Competition Overview
The Sushi Hub Canine Competition at Ekka is a highly anticipated event with more than 2,000 annual entries. Dogs from a diverse range of breeds compete in different categories like "Toys", "Working Dogs", and "Terriers", as well as showcasing their skills in Rally, Dances with Dogs, Agility, and Jumping.
Supported by Plush Puppy, this prestigious competition highlights the versatility of dogs in various disciplines. With sponsors contributing to its success, the event provides a platform for participants to showcase their dogs abilities.
The upcoming Canine Competition will feature an exclusive Royal Show that will run all week and a daily captivating Specialty Show, hosted simultaneously in two distinguished rings. Get ready for an exceptional showcase of canine excellence at Ekka24!
The Group allocation dates for 2024 are as follows:
- Saturday, August 10 - Group 7 - Non-Sporting
- Sunday, August 11 - Group 4 - Hounds
- Monday, August 12 - Group 6 - Utility
- Tuesday, August 13 - Group 2 - Terriers
- Wednesday, August 14 - Group 1 - Toys
- Thursday, August 15 - Group 3 - Gundogs
- Friday, August 16 - Group 5 - Working Dogs
The judging schedule is as follows:
Saturday 10th August (Group 7)
Royal Show Judges: Cindy Vogels (USA) & John Walsh (Ireland)
Specialty Show Judges: John Walsh (Ireland) & Rita Sayara (Brazil)
Obedience: Laura Schimke (Queensland)
Sunday 11th August (Group 4)
Royal Show Judges: Tamas Jakkel (Hungary), Antonio Oliveira (Brazil)
Specialty Show Judges: Rita Sayara (Brazil), Julian Barney (UK)
Monday 12th August (Group 6)
Royal Show Judge: Rita Sayara (Brazil)
Specialty Show Judges: Antonio Oliveira (Brazil) & Tamas Jakkel (Hungary)
Agility & Jumping: Naomi Shaw (Queensland)
Tuesday 13th August (Group 2)
Royal Show Judge: Julian Barney (UK) & John Walsh (Ireland)
Specialty Show Judges: Cindy Vogels (USA) & Tamas Jakkel (Hungary)
Wednesday 14th August (Group 1)
Royal Show Judges: Cindy Vogels (USA) & John Walsh (Ireland)
Specialty Show Judges: John Walsh (Ireland) & Antonio Oliveira (Brazil)
Scent Work: Stephanie Yoon (Queensland) and Tara Devonport (Queensland)
Thursday 15th August (Group 3)
Royal Show Judges: Antonio Oliveira (Brazil) & Tamas Jakkel (Hungary)
Specialty Show Judges: Tamas Jakkel (Hungary) & John Walsh (Ireland)
Friday 16th August (Group 5)
Royal Show Judges: Cindy Vogels (USA) & John Walsh (Ireland)
Specialty Show Judges: Tamas Jakkel (Hungary) & Rita Sayara (Brazil)
Saturday 19th August
Plush Puppy Sweepstakes: Shellie Marshall
Junior Handlers: TBC
Best Owner Breeder Handler in Show: John Walsh (Ireland)
Neuter in Show: Tamas Jakkel (Hungary)
Baby Puppy in Show: Antonio Oliveira (Brazil)
Puppy in Show: Cindy Vogels (USA)
Best in Show: Tamas Jakkel (Hungary)
Sunday 20th August
Rally: Des Strong (Queensland)
Dances With Dogs: Maxine Robertson (Queensland), Angela Burke (Queensland) and Coral Pethers (Queensland)
Trick Dog Test: Daphne Sellwood (Queensland)
