Championship Points



Most Dogs in competition at conformation shows are competing for points
toward their championship.  It takes fifteen points, including two major
(wins of three, four or five points) under at least three different
judges to become an AKC "Champion of Record."  This is
indicated by "Ch." before the dog's name.



At one show, a dog can earn from one to five points toward a champion title,
depending on the number of males or females actually in competition for
the breed.  (Male dogs are often referred to as dogs, while female
dogs are referred to as bitches.)



Once the dog is a champion, it can compete for Best of Breed
without having to win in the other classes.



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