It is fun to watch dog shows, but much more fun is getting your pet to be part of the show. You get to meet other dog lovers especially those who own the same breed of dogs as yours. You learn a lot from each other. The thrill of competition is added to the joy of seeing beauty in the participants. Dog shows are also fun for the pets. Events could include games and booths selling dog food and accessories.

There are different kinds of dog shows. Conformation shows are only one kind. Dog show conformation involves the evaluation of purebred dogs on how well they conform to breed standards. These refer mostly to externally observable qualities such as appearance, movement and temperament. Rules regulating the show vary according to the kennel club or breed club sponsoring the show.