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.

About

To earn a Total Dog award at a UKC show, a dog must place in a performance and conformation in the same day or weekend. The combined ability to compete in multiple disciplines is a testament to training, breeding, and time spent. Historically, UKC Classics and UKC Premier offer the largest Total Dog competitions. Building on the importance of recognizing the well-rounded dog, the UKC Total Dog Invitational is an entire event dedicated solely to Total Dogs. The pre-qualification requirements encourage competition and training in the year leading up to the TDI, and the points-based placements at the TDI ask for precision and teamwork between dog and handler throughout the weekend. A $10,000 payout awaits the first place team!

Important TDI Documents

2025 TDI Premium List (PDF)

2026 TDI RQE Application (PDF)

2025 TDI Judging Program (PDF) - posted 10/21/25

RQE's


Host Club	Location	Dates	Sports Offered
Host Club UKC Eastern Classic	Location Lebanon, PA	Dates October 31 - November 2, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Precision Coursing, Precision Coursing DASH, Weight Pull, Nosework
Host Club UKC Midwest Classic	Location Richmond, IN	Dates February 28 - March 2, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Nosework, Obedience, Rally Obedience
Host Club The Carolina Dog Society	Location Aiken, SC	Dates April 25-27, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Precision Coursing, Rally Obedience
Host Club MN Spring Cluster	Location Hutchinson, MN	Dates May 3-4, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Obedience, Nosework, Weight Pull, Precision Coursing
Host Club UKC Southern Classic	Location Batesville, MS	Dates May 2-4, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Rally Obedience, Nosework, Precision Coursing
Host Club American Pit Bull Terrier Club of New England	Location Somers, CT	Dates May 24-25, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Weight Pull
Host Club Mid-Atlantic Labrador Club and Tarheel Canine Club	Location Chapel Hill, NC	Dates May 23-25, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Rally Obedience, Dock Jumping
Host Club Central Wisconsin Kennel Club	Location Amhurst, WI	Dates June 6-8, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Nosework, Precision Coursing, Rally Obedience
Host Club UKC Premier Nationals	Location Kalamazoo, MI	Dates June 12-15, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Agility, Lure Coursing, Obedience, Rally Obedience, Weight Pull, Precision Coursing, Nosework, Dock Jumping
Host Club All American Bull Dog Club	Location Shipshewana, IN	Dates July 10-13, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Rally Obedience, Nosework, Weight Pull, Precision Coursing
Host Club UKC Western Classic	Location Longview, WA	Dates August 1-3, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Obedience, Rally Obedience, Agility, Weight Pull, Precision Coursing
Host Club Middle Georgia Kennel Club	Location Perry, GA	Dates August 29 - September 1, 2025	Sports Offered Conformation, Rally Obedience, Weight Pull
Host Club

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.