DogShowEntry.ie
Online entry portal for Irish Kennel Club (IKC) affiliated dog shows in Ireland — covering championship shows, open shows, and breed club events with Ireland's distinctive Green Stars title system.
DogShowEntry.ie is the online entry portal used for Irish Kennel Club (IKC) affiliated dog shows in Ireland. The IKC is Ireland's national kennel club and the governing body for pedigree dog registration and showing in the Republic of Ireland — separate from the UK Kennel Club which governs shows in Northern Ireland and Great Britain (where Higham Press, Fosse Data, and Have A Dog Day operate). Ireland has a rich tradition with its own native breeds — the Irish Wolfhound, Irish Red and White Setter, Irish Water Spaniel, Irish Terrier, Kerry Blue Terrier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Glen of Imaal Terrier among them.
Platform Functions
What DogShowEntry.ie provides for exhibitors
| Online Entry Submission | Browse upcoming IKC-affiliated shows, select your dog and the correct class, and submit entries online. The system handles payment and sends electronic entry confirmation. |
| Show Calendar | A calendar of IKC-affiliated shows across Ireland — championship shows, open shows, limited shows, and breed club specialties — allowing exhibitors to plan their Irish campaign schedule. |
| Judge Details | Show listings include the appointed judges per breed or group, enabling exhibitors to research the panel before committing to a show. |
| Breed Club Events | Irish breed clubs organize their own specialty shows and club events, many of which use DogShowEntry.ie as their entry platform — making it the go-to resource for Ireland's specialist breed community. |
Ireland's Unique Green Stars System
How Irish championship titles work
| Green Stars | The IKC's equivalent of the UK Challenge Certificate is the Green Star (GS). Green Stars are awarded at IKC championship shows — a specified number under different judges are required to qualify for the Irish Champion title. |
| Irish Champion Title | To become an Irish Show Champion, a dog must win the required number of Green Stars under different judges at IKC championship shows, including at least one major Green Star (awarded when the entry exceeds a breed-specific minimum). |
| Separate from UK | The Irish Champion title is entirely separate from the UK Show Champion title. Dogs can hold both, but UK Challenge Certificates do not count toward Irish Green Stars and vice versa. |
Visit DogShowEntry.ie
Access the portal to browse IKC-affiliated dog shows in Ireland and submit entries online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is DogShowEntry.ie? +
DogShowEntry.ie is an online entry portal for dog shows affiliated with the Irish Kennel Club (IKC) in Ireland, allowing exhibitors to submit entries for championship shows, open shows, and breed club events.
Can exhibitors from other countries enter Irish shows? +
Yes. Dogs registered with FCI member clubs or recognized kennel clubs (such as the UK Kennel Club) can generally enter IKC-affiliated shows. Check the individual show's schedule for specific requirements.
How does the Irish show system differ from the UK? +
Ireland has its own national kennel club (IKC) and Green Stars title system, separate from the UK Kennel Club's Challenge Certificate system. Dogs compete for Green Stars toward the Irish Champion title — UK CCs do not count in Ireland and vice versa.
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