2023 Show Information
How to Enter
You can enter your dog/s in the show On-line or by Postal Entry.
Postal Entries
To enter by post, please download the entry form below and return to Fosse Data Systems by the closing date: Thursday 17 August 2023
Postal Entries
To enter by post, please download the entry form below and return to Fosse Data Systems by the closing date: Thursday 17 August 2023
For further enquires prior to entry please contact the secretary
Jackie Stubbs (Secretary)
198 Ballysillan Road
Belfast
BT14 7QS
Tel: 02890229127
Jackie Stubbs (Secretary)
198 Ballysillan Road
Belfast
BT14 7QS
Tel: 02890229127
On-line Entries
Online entries may be made on Fosse Data Systems
The deadline for online entries is: Thursday 24 August 2023
For enquiries regarding online entries, please contact
email: info@fossedata.co.uk TeL: +44 (0)1788 860960
Online entries may be made on Fosse Data Systems
The deadline for online entries is: Thursday 24 August 2023
For enquiries regarding online entries, please contact
email: info@fossedata.co.uk TeL: +44 (0)1788 860960
How to Find Us
The show is being held at Eikon Exhibition Centre, Balmoral Park, Sprucefield, Halftown Road, Lisburn, BT27 5RF
Futher information on getting to the show is available on the Directions Page.
Futher information on getting to the show is available on the Directions Page.
Change of Judge
Information about change of judge is published below:
Flat Coated Retrievers will be judged by Henric Fryckstrand, not as printed in the schedule
Old English Sheepdogs and Pyrenean Mountain Dogs will now be judged by Sally Duffin
Komondor will now be judged by Ernie Paterson
Flat Coated Retrievers will be judged by Henric Fryckstrand, not as printed in the schedule
Old English Sheepdogs and Pyrenean Mountain Dogs will now be judged by Sally Duffin
Komondor will now be judged by Ernie Paterson
Judges List 2019
Summary of Entries 2023
(opens as a pdf document)
(opens as a pdf document)
Summary of Entries 2023
Order of Judging
Order of Judging
Exhibitor Passes/Ring Numbers
Your exhibitor pass will be available through your on-line account. Exhibitors will receive e-mail notification when passes are ready approximately two weeks before the show. Your ring number(s) will be included as part of your pass and you must print this out and take it with you to the show for use in the ring.
Exhibitors making postal entries will receive their Exhibitors Passes by Post in the usual way.
All enquiries regarding your passes should be directed to the show printers, Fosse Data Systems
Ltd: Tel: 01788 860960 / E-mail: info@fossedata.co.uk
N.B. The Society will not accept electronic passes displayed on mobile telephones as exhibitor passes, therefore you MUST print out your pass and bring it with you on the day of the show in order to gain entry to the showground.
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO BENCHING AT THIS SHOW
Exhibitors making postal entries will receive their Exhibitors Passes by Post in the usual way.
All enquiries regarding your passes should be directed to the show printers, Fosse Data Systems
Ltd: Tel: 01788 860960 / E-mail: info@fossedata.co.uk
N.B. The Society will not accept electronic passes displayed on mobile telephones as exhibitor passes, therefore you MUST print out your pass and bring it with you on the day of the show in order to gain entry to the showground.
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO BENCHING AT THIS SHOW
Parking & Entrance Fees
Exhibitors car park pre-paid with entries £5 per car per day
Exhibitors Car Park on day of show £10 per car per day
General Public attending on the day - £10 per vehicle
NB: No euros will be taken on the day.
Exhibitors displaying a Disabled Parking Pass MUST attach a photocopy of their official disabled badge to their entry form.
Disabled car parking is NOT free of charge, so please include the appropriate car parking fee. Exhibitors entering online MUST send the photocopy of their official disabled badge to Fosse Data Systems, clearly stating Belfast DSS and quoting their online entry form reference number.
Exhibitors Car Park on day of show £10 per car per day
General Public attending on the day - £10 per vehicle
NB: No euros will be taken on the day.
Exhibitors displaying a Disabled Parking Pass MUST attach a photocopy of their official disabled badge to their entry form.
Disabled car parking is NOT free of charge, so please include the appropriate car parking fee. Exhibitors entering online MUST send the photocopy of their official disabled badge to Fosse Data Systems, clearly stating Belfast DSS and quoting their online entry form reference number.
Docked Dogs
Only undocked dogs and to comply with Northern Ireland legislation dogs docked prior to 1st January 2013 are permitted to enter the show.
Unentered Dogs
There is NO PROVISION FOR UNENTERED DOGS at this Show.
Dogs can be entered Not For Competition (NFC) using the entry form if KC Registered.
NO SPECTATOR DOGS ARE PERMITTED AT THIS SHOW
Dogs can be entered Not For Competition (NFC) using the entry form if KC Registered.
NO SPECTATOR DOGS ARE PERMITTED AT THIS SHOW
Dogs in vehicles, remedial action will be taken by show officials in the event of dogs being found in a distressed condition in motor vehicles or caravans.
WARNING: IF YOUR DOG IS FOUND TO BE AT RISK FORCIBLE ENTRY TO YOUR VEHICLE MAY BE NECESSARY WITHOUT LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED.
WARNING: IF YOUR DOG IS FOUND TO BE AT RISK FORCIBLE ENTRY TO YOUR VEHICLE MAY BE NECESSARY WITHOUT LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED.
Photography & Filming
The Show Management would like to bring the regulation on photography and filming to the attention of exhibitors, trade stands, press and visitors.
It is a condition of all those attending the event that no filming or other form of recording may be taken or made at the venue without express written permission of the Belfast Dog Show Society.
The taking of photographs in the show venue for sale or reward is strictly prohibited except with the written permission of the Belfast Dog Show Society, please contact the Secretary (email)
Press accredited photographers are provided with permission to take photographs ONLY for use in newspapers, magazines and internet sites - this is for news purposes only!
There is no objection to the general public taking photographs of general views of the show, provided that these are for private use.
Specific dogs may be photographed only with the approval of the exhibitor. No photography or filming is permitted in breed judging rings whilst judging is actually taking place. However, judges may allow it to happen at the end of classes or after the Challenge Certificate is awarded. Filming and flash photography is allowed from outside the rings at all times unless the operation of the camera is actually affecting exhibits. However, if a powerful flash unit is used or it is clear that exhibits are being affected, a ring steward or the judge is empowered to stop the person concerned.
It is a condition of all those attending the event that no filming or other form of recording may be taken or made at the venue without express written permission of the Belfast Dog Show Society.
The taking of photographs in the show venue for sale or reward is strictly prohibited except with the written permission of the Belfast Dog Show Society, please contact the Secretary (email)
Press accredited photographers are provided with permission to take photographs ONLY for use in newspapers, magazines and internet sites - this is for news purposes only!
There is no objection to the general public taking photographs of general views of the show, provided that these are for private use.
Specific dogs may be photographed only with the approval of the exhibitor. No photography or filming is permitted in breed judging rings whilst judging is actually taking place. However, judges may allow it to happen at the end of classes or after the Challenge Certificate is awarded. Filming and flash photography is allowed from outside the rings at all times unless the operation of the camera is actually affecting exhibits. However, if a powerful flash unit is used or it is clear that exhibits are being affected, a ring steward or the judge is empowered to stop the person concerned.
Refreshments
Catering facilities are available at the venue from 7am, Breakfast to Afternoon Tea - Snack and coffee bars open all day.
Crufts 2024 Qualification
Belfast Dog Show Society has scheduled sufficient classes per breed to meet the Crufts 2023 qualification requirement in listed breeds.
Detailed entry qualifications.
Detailed entry qualifications.
Where to Stay
There is a wide range of accommodation available near the venue, early booking is advisable .
A comprehensive list of hotels, B&Bs and self catering accommodation can be found on the Where to Stay Page.
A comprehensive list of hotels, B&Bs and self catering accommodation can be found on the Where to Stay Page.
Caravans/Motorhomes
Caravans and Motorhomes can be parked at Balmoral Park at a cost of £30 for one or two nights pre-paid with entries for one or two nights (Friday and Saturday ONLY)
[Toilets available] (£35.00 on the day if space is available).
[Toilets available] (£35.00 on the day if space is available).
Trade Stands
Join us at Ireland’s largest dog show!
All rings and trade stands are under the one roof of our excellent Eikon Centre venue.
Anyone wishing to avail of Stand Space at our forthcoming Championship show must complete an application form.
All rings and trade stands are under the one roof of our excellent Eikon Centre venue.
Anyone wishing to avail of Stand Space at our forthcoming Championship show must complete an application form.
For further enquires please contact our Trade Stand Manager, Robert Matthew email
Sponsor Opportunities
Belfast Dog Show Society has announced a new sponsorship promotion opportunity for members, exhibitors and companies starting from £25 (see Prospectus).
Would you like to sponsor your Breed / Group or the Stakes classes at our forthcoming championship show being held at the Eikon Centre, Balmoral Park on Saturday (Terrier/Hound/Gundog) 23rd & Sunday (Utility/Toy/Working/Pastoral) 24th September 2022.
Futher details are available by contacting the Secretary, Mr Jackie Stubbs email: belfastdss@hotmail.com Tel: Tel: 028 90229127 Mob: 07729638907
Would you like to sponsor your Breed / Group or the Stakes classes at our forthcoming championship show being held at the Eikon Centre, Balmoral Park on Saturday (Terrier/Hound/Gundog) 23rd & Sunday (Utility/Toy/Working/Pastoral) 24th September 2022.
Futher details are available by contacting the Secretary, Mr Jackie Stubbs email: belfastdss@hotmail.com Tel: Tel: 028 90229127 Mob: 07729638907
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Happy Dog UK website
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Dog Perfect website
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Peter Thomas Photography website
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Don't Forget The Dog website
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Barkin Bistro website
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Images In Wood website
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Feedwell Dog Food website
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Bluegrass Dog & Horse Food website
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Panagenics UK website
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Gain Pet Nutrition website
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Awardboard Rosettes & Trophies website
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Botanica International Ltd website
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Holistic Pet Products website
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Panbride Pets website
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Candy Tuft Crafts website
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Rabart Canine website
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Pets As Therapy website
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Just Simply Dogs website
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PetGreets.Com website
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All-Petz website
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Avondale Textiles Ltd. (Pet Luxury) website
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Happy Dog UK website
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Dog Perfect website
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Peter Thomas Photography website
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Don't Forget The Dog website
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Barkin Bistro website
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Images In Wood website
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Feedwell Dog Food website
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Bluegrass Dog & Horse Food website
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Panagenics UK website
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Gain Pet Nutrition website
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Awardboard Rosettes & Trophies website
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Botanica International Ltd website
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Holistic Pet Products website
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Panbride Pets website
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Candy Tuft Crafts website
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Rabart Canine website
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Pets As Therapy website
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Just Simply Dogs website
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PetGreets.Com website
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All-Petz website
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Avondale Textiles Ltd.
(Pet Luxury) website
Puppy Pens
Please note: Puppy Pens are NOT permitted in any halls during the show days.
Covid-19
If a competitor, or anyone in their household, has Covid-19 related symptoms or has tested positive for Covid-19 they must isolate in line with Government advice. The competitor must not attend the event.
Identification of Dogs
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING IDENTIFICATION OF DOGS
It is a Kennel Club requirement that exhibitors display the exhibit/bench number on their crate, cage or container at all times. This is particularly important when cages etc. are not on benches, and at unbenched shows.
Each exhibitor is responsible for providing their own crate or cage identification and should note that the original exhibit/bench number card, as provided by the show society, must not be used for this purpose. It is important to be able to contact exhibitors and identify dogs where a dog may be in distress or where the crate might be blocking a gangway.
PLEASE REMEMBER: THE SECURITY OF YOUR DOGS IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO BENCHING AT THIS SHOW
It is a Kennel Club requirement that exhibitors display the exhibit/bench number on their crate, cage or container at all times. This is particularly important when cages etc. are not on benches, and at unbenched shows.
Each exhibitor is responsible for providing their own crate or cage identification and should note that the original exhibit/bench number card, as provided by the show society, must not be used for this purpose. It is important to be able to contact exhibitors and identify dogs where a dog may be in distress or where the crate might be blocking a gangway.
PLEASE REMEMBER: THE SECURITY OF YOUR DOGS IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO BENCHING AT THIS SHOW
Press Trade Stands
All rings and trade stands are under the one roof of our excellent Eikon Centre venue.
Anyone wishing to avail of Press Stand Space at our forthcoming Championship show must complete an application form.
Anyone wishing to avail of Press Stand Space at our forthcoming Championship show must complete an application form.
For further enquires please contact the Secretary, Mr Jackie Stubbs email: belfastdss@hotmail.com Tel: Tel: 028 90229127
Mob: 07729638907
Mob: 07729638907
