Why Should I Enter?

The Melbourne Royal All Breeds Championship Show takes place at the Melbourne Royal Show each year. With over 3,000 entries showcasing 200 breeds, it is one of Australia’s leading dog shows.

The prestigious competition includes the Best in Show Awards for Conformation and the Action Dog Program featuring the Highest in Trial Awards for Obedience, Agility & Jumping.

With one of the largest prize-pools offered in Australian dog competitions, exhibitors are given the opportunity to compete for major awards and have their dogs assessed by some of the most accomplished international judges and local experts.

Exhibitor Benefits

Benefits available to exhibitors at the Melbourne Royal All Breeds Championship Show are:

  • Take a break from the visiting public with the closure of the benching pavilion (Pavilion 19) during lunchtime.
  • Improved dog toileting and exercise area with the inclusion of increased hay bales and the addition of artificial turf in the concreted exercise area.
  • Have your dogs assessed by some of the most accomplished international judges.
  • Share in one of Australia’s largest prize pools.
  • Showcase your breed to hundreds of thousands of visitors at the Show.
  • Receive one complimentary admission ticket to the Melbourne Royal Show per exhibit - for each day the exhibit participates at the Melbourne Royal All Breeds Championship Show (subject to availability).
  • View ringside action from your bench via convenient screens throughout the benching pavilion.
  • Receive a free PDF copy of the competition catalogue.
  • Receive a digital e-certificate for all class placings right to your inbox for a memento.