FAQ

Why should I come to the show?

To be entertained
The Reliant Park World Series of Dog Shows is one of the best entertainment values around. For only a few dollars, you can spend an entire day admiring thousands of beautiful dogs, shopping the vendor booths and enjoying such action-packed events as Obedience, Flyball, Agility, Frisbee dogs, Canine Musical Freestyle and more.

To be educated
Everything you want to know about buying, training and caring for your dog is presented under one roof. You can also talk face-to-face with experts on any dog-related topic and learn about more than 80 different breeds at Meet the Breed.

To see top competitors
Many of the top-winning show dogs in the country representing every breed recognized by the American Kennel Club will attend the Reliant Park World Series of Dog Shows. Here’s your chance to see rare breeds and extraordinarily well-trained performance dogs.

When should I come?

Thursday is an all-specialty show, meaning only Conformation for certain breeds is held. However, Friday, Saturday and Sunday all offer a full venue of activities and events, so choose the day that is most convenient for you. You may also purchase multi-day passes at a discount from Ticketmaster.

Where should I park?

Park in the North Fannin Lot (Orange), which you can reach from Fannin via the Holly Hall entrance. The parking fee is $8 per day. To avoid this expense, we encourage you to ride Metro Rail and get off at Holly Hall stop to reach Reliant Center.

May I bring my dog?

The competitions are only for dogs that have been pre-entered.  If you are coming to receive an ILP certificate, you must bring the dog.  You may also bring your dog for special fittings of canine sportswear or collars.  We do not offer any "social" activities for family pets so do not expect to find the equivalent of a dog park.  If you do bring your pet, we ask that he be at least 6 months old; have all of the the proper vaccinations; and be under control at all times. You are responsible for cleaning up after your dog.

Can I buy a puppy at the show?

The competitions at our show are only for dogs that have been pre-entered.  If you are coming to receive a PAL evaluation, you must bring your dog. You may also bring your dog for special fittings of canine sportswear or collars.  We do not offer any "social" activities for family pets so please do not expect to find the equivalent of a dog park.  If you do bring your pet, please remember that many of the entered dogs have been exposed to many other dogs at shows around the country before arriving here. For your dog’s safe health, he should be at least 6 months old and have all of the proper vaccinations.  He must be under control at all times.  For good animal husbandry reasons, “community” water bowls are not provided.  If you bring your family pet, please bring your own water bowl or cup and be prepared to clean up after your dog.  Flexible leads are not allowed.

Are wheel chair and scooter rentals available?

A limited number of these will be available at the nurse's station in the Hall C foyer. Reservations are not accepted.