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About the Top 20
The Top 20 is a prestigious, invitational competition held during a breed’s annual National Specialty, showcasing the top 20 conformation dogs from the previous year. It honors top breeders, owners, and handlers while offering an educational opportunity to evaluate top-tier dogs against the breed standard.
2026 Top 20
The 2026 IHCUS Top 20 will be judged on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, with the showcase the same evening. Visit the specialty schedule for full timing.
Questions about Top 20 invitations or sponsorship: email secretary@ihcus.org.