Crufts Dog Show is an annual event that showcases the best of the best in the world of dog breeding and training. This highly anticipated event brings together the top dogs from around the globe to compete for various titles and awards. If you’re a dog lover, then you won’t want to miss this exciting event! In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about the Crufts Dog Show 2023.
When is the Crufts Dog Show 2023?
The Crufts Dog Show 2023 will be held from Thursday, March 9th to Sunday, March 12th, 2023.
What is the schedule for the Crufts Dog Show 2023?
The schedule for the Crufts Dog Show 2023 has been released. However, we can expect to see a variety of events and competitions, including agility trials, obedience trials, flyball, and the coveted Best in Show competition.
The full event schedule is here:
Thursday – Gundog
| Time (UK) | Event |
| 8.15 am | Agility – Crufts Novice Cup Final (Jumping) |
| 9.25 am | Agility – Championships – Intermediate/Large (Jumping) |
| 10.30 am | East Anglian Staffordshire Bull Terrier Display Team |
| 11:00 am | Freestyle HTM Competition |
| 12:20 pm | Break |
| 12:55 pm | Agility – Crufts Novice Cup Final (Agility) |
| 1:50 pm | Agility – Championships – Intermediate/Large (Agility) |
| 3.10 pm | Flyball Competition – Last 16 |
| 3:50 pm | Freestyle Heelwork to Music Competition Winner |
| 3.55 pm | West Midlands Police Display |
| 4.20 pm | Break |
| 5 pm | Agility – Championships – Intermediate/Large Final |
| 5 pm | Junior Warrant Competition Final |
| 6 pm | Breeders Competition Final |
| 6.25 pm | Gundog Display |
| 6.45 pm | Gamekeepers Competition Final |
| 7 pm | The Kennel Club 150th anniversary celebration stakes (presentation of painting to 2022 BIS winner) |
| 7.20 pm | Group Judging (Gundog) and Presentation |
| 8.10 pm | Programme ends |
Friday – Working and Pastoral
| Time (UK) | Event |
| 8.30 am – 10.00 am | Joe Cartledge Memorial International Junior Handling Competition |
| 10.20 am – 11.05 am | Agility – Crufts Medium ABC and Intermediate/Large Novice ABC Final (Jumping) |
| 11.00 am – 11.55 am | Agility – Crufts Singles Heat – S/M/I/L (Jumping) |
| 11.55 am | Heelwork to Music Competition |
| 1.10 pm | Break |
| 1.30 pm | Agility – Crufts Singles Heat – S/M/I/L (Agility) |
| 2.25 pm | Agility – Crufts Medium ABC and Intermediate/Large Novice ABC Final (Agility) |
| 3.15 pm | Flyball Competition – Last 16 4 pm Heelwork to Music Competition Winner |
| 4.05 pm | West Midlands Police Dog Display 4.30 pm Programme Ends |
| 5.10 pm | Agility – Crufts Singles Final. Small, Medium, Intermediate, and Large (Agility) |
| 5.55 pm | Vulnerable Breed Competition Final |
| 6.20 pm | Joe Cartledge Memorial International Junior Handling Final Judging |
| 6.40 pm | Group Judging (Working) and Presentation |
| 7.35 pm | Group Judging (Pastoral) and Presentation |
| 8.25 pm | Programme ends |
Saturday – Terrier and Hound
| Time (UK) | Event |
| 8.15 am | Crufts – International Invitation – Large (Jumping) |
| 9 am | Scruffts Semi-Finals 10 am Good Citizen Dog Scheme |
| 10.30 am | Medical Detection Dogs Display 11 am Southern Golden Retriever Display Team |
| 11.20 am | West Midlands Police Display |
| 11.50 am | Heelwork to Music – Freestyle International Competition |
| 1.15 pm | Break |
| 1.40 pm | Display tbc |
| 2.10 pm | Agility – International Invitation – Large (Agility) |
| 3.10 pm | YKC ADOY Finals |
| 3.55 pm | Flyball Competition Young Kennel Club Flyball Finals, followed by the Quarter Finals |
| 4.35 pm | Break |
| 5.05 pm | Agility – International Invitation – Large – Agility Finals |
| 5.45 pm | Scruffts Final |
| 6.10 pm | Heelwork to Music – Freestyle International Winner |
| 6.15 pm | Obedience Champion (Bitch) and Reserve (Bitch) Display |
| 6.30 pm | Group Judging (Terrier) and Presentation |
| 7.20 pm | Group Judging (Hound) and Presentation |
| 8.10 pm | Programme Ends |
Sunday – Utility and Toy
| Time (UK) | Event |
| 8.45 am | Agility – Championships – Small/Medium (Jumping) |
| 9.50 am | Rescue Dog Agility |
| 10.10 am | Good Citizen Dog Scheme Display |
| 10.40 am | Heelwork to Music |
| 10.45 am | Dog Activities Display |
| 11.15 am | Southern Golden Retriever Display Team |
| 11.35 am | Break |
| 12 pm | Agility Championships – Small/Medium (Agility) |
| 1.05 pm | Medical Detection Dogs Display |
| 1.50 pm | Programme ends, and Arena is to be cleared |
| 3 pm | Doors open to ticket holders |
| 4.15 pm | Augusta Hebbert, soprano |
| 4.30 pm | Agility – Championship – S/M – Final |
| 5.15 pm | Flyball Semi-Finals followed by the Finals |
| 5.40 pm | Kennel Club Hero Dog Final |
| 5.50 pm | YKC Stakes Final and Presentation |
| 6 pm | Group Judging (Utility) and Presentation |
| 6.50 pm | Group Judging (Toy) and Presentation |
| 7.50 pm | Augusta Hebbert, soprano |
| 8 pm | West Midlands Police |
| 8.20 pm | Presentation of the Police Dog Team Operational and Humanitarian Action of the Year Award |
| 8.20 pm | Augusta Hebbert, soprano |
| 8.30 pm | Best in Show and Presentation |
| 9 pm | Programme Ends |
How can I watch the Crufts Dog Show 2023?
The Crufts Dog Show 2023 will be broadcasted on television, with the exact TV channel still to be confirmed. In previous years, the event has been broadcasted on channels such as Channel 4 and More4 in the UK, as well as Animal Planet in the US. It’s important to check your local listings closer to the event date to ensure you don’t miss any of the action.
If you can’t watch the event on television, don’t worry! You can also follow the event online through various social media channels, such as Twitter and Facebook, as well as on the official Crufts website.
How can I get tickets for the Crufts Dog Show 2023?
Tickets for the Crufts Dog Show 2023 will go on sale closer to the event date. You can purchase tickets online through the official Crufts website, or in person at the venue on the day of the event. It’s important to purchase your tickets early, as they tend to sell out quickly.
In conclusion, the Crufts Dog Show 2023 is set to be an exciting event for dog lovers around the world. With a variety of competitions and events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re watching on television or attending in person, be sure to tune in to see some of the world’s best dogs in action.
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