The Westminster Kennel Club is celebrating 150 years of its iconic dog show in 2026

Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, including TV schedule, dates and more.

A crowd is waiting to see you run a labyrinthine obstacle course you have never done before. You have to complete it with enough focus to avoid wrong turns, enough precision to ensure your foot touches certain spots and enough speed to beat dozens of rivals.

It’s the second longest running sporting event in the U.S. after the Kentucky Derby.

First Place winners Iron Man the All American Dog, Gabby the Papillon, Nimble the All American Dog, Prove-It the Border Collie, and Gerard the Poodle pose during the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Masters Agility Championship Finals the at the Jacob K.

Here's how to watch the 2026 Westminster Dog Show for free, including TV channel and streaming options for the annual canine competition.

Agility and obedience sports are all about communication. The best dogs with these traits move in sync with their handlers by reading signals, reacting fast, and staying focused under pressure. These events test physical ability, patience, memory, and ...