Total Dog Invitational

November 13-15, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky!

A major event, by invitation only, just for Total Dogs!

To enter, all dogs MUST qualify prior to the event.

• This exciting event is the pinnacle of the UKC Total Dog program and "Dogs That Do More™" by showcasing the versatility of purebred dogs. Altered dogs are eligible.
• The UKC Total Dog Invitational event is the most distinguished event for Total Dogs, giving those hardworking dogs and owners the chance to compete for a grand prize of $10,000.
• Dogs must be qualified by September 1, 2025

The three-day event will offer performance and conformation. Dogs will earn performance points based on their qualifying scores. The event will conclude on Saturday with conformation and a formal awards dinner. Dogs that have qualified in at least one performance event will compete in a randomly selected conformation group where they will earn conformation points. Performance and conformation points will be calculated, and the top ten dogs will be announced at the evenings banquet.

Important TDI Documents

2024 Total Dog Invitational Judging Program (PDF)
2024 TDI Premium List (PDF)
2024 Official Total Dog Invitational Rules (PDF)
2025 Club RQE application (PDF)

RQE's

Additional Event Info

What is a UKC Total Dog?
A UKC Total Dog displays equal parts temperament, function, and structure.

The UKC Total Dog philosophy places an emphasis on dogs who shine in multiple disciplines. A sound, well-bred, well-adjusted dog can easily transition from the show ring to a performance event. They have the looks to excel as a proper specimen of their breed, while also having the brains and ability to perform athletically in a variety of sporting events.

How Do I Qualify My Dog?
All dogs must be pre-qualified by earning a Total Dog award at a Regional Qualifying Event (RQE) held between November 1, 2024 and September 1, 2025. UKC Classics are considered RQEs. UKC clubs that are planning an event featuring conformation plus a performance event may apply to be considered an RQE.

Can My Club Host an RQE?
Clubs must submit an RQE application by the deadline to hold an RQE. Email completed applications to allbreedsports@ukcdogs.com or mail to the UKC office (ATTN: All-Breed Sports).

Event Committee

Superintendents: UKC | Email UKC

Eligibility Disclaimer

The contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law. The UKC reserves the right to reject entries from countries, states and jurisdictions where such sweepstakes are prohibited or restricted.

The UKC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to refuse, disqualify or withdraw any entry at any time. The UKC will not be responsible for any injury, damage or loss of any kind arising out of your participation in the UKC Total Dog Challenge. YOU AGREE TO RELEASE, DISCHARGE, AND HOLD HARMLESS UKC, ITS AFFILIATES, SUBSIDIARIES, EMPLOYEES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS AGENTS AND ASSIGNS FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LOSSES, INJURIES, OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM PARTICIPATION IN THE UKC TOTAL DOG CHALLENGE. Except where prohibited by law, by accepting a prize, winner grants UKC a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use winner and his/her dogs name, photograph, voice and/or likeness without further authorization, compensation, or renumeration of any kind for promotion and other publicity purposes in any and all media now or hereafter known throughout the world.

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