About The Show
The Houston World Series of Dog Shows takes place in Houston's state-of-the-art NRG Center. It is a cluster show, meaning it is actually several separate shows, held over consecutive days. Beginning Wednesday, visitors can catch the more than 30 independent breed specialty competitions, as well as the Houston Hound, Working Dog and All-Terrier shows -- don't miss the chance to chat with owners/handlers as they prepare their show dogs in the Crating and Grooming area. Thursday offers an all-specialty group of shows with only Conformation (Breed Judging) competitions that end with a "Best in Show" award. Friday, Saturday and Sunday each culminate with a "Best of Show" winner, chosen from finalists among the seven variety groups with more than 150 different breeds represented. The four "Best in Show" winners may or may not be the same dog.

Our mission is to enhance the public's knowledge about purebred dogs. We offer the popular Meet the Breeds event where the public can get hands-on experience with more than 110 breeds and discuss their advantages and disadvantages with breed experts. Check Schedule of Events for a complete listing of times and events.

Show History
Formerly known as the Reliant Park World Series of Dog Shows, the Houston World Series of Dog Shows is sanctioned by the American Kennel Club and supervised by Onofrio Dog Shows. During five days, the shows attract more than 40,000 spectators and participants and 14,000 entries. Wednesday's specialty breed show is sponsored by Bluebonnet Boxer Club Inc., Houston All-Terrier Club, Houston Area Hound Association, Houston Combined Specialty Association and Houston Working Dog Club. The Houston Kennel Club sponsors Thursday and Friday shows, Beaumont Kennel Club sponsors Saturday and Galveston County Kennel Club sponsors Sunday. The series' main sponsor is Purina® Dog Food, makers of Purina Pro-Plan® dog food.