Experience the premier canine competition at the official Mississippi Valley Kennel Club Conformation and Specialty Show in Gray Summit, Missouri! Held on May 31, 2026, this prestigious show brings together the region’s finest purebred Labrador Retrievers to compete for top honors under an esteemed panel of judges. Competitors and spectators can look forward to a showcase of breed standard excellence and wonderful camaraderie among breeders, handlers, and Labrador lovers.
🌟 Key Competitor Information
• Location: Event No: 2026162802, Purina Farms, 300 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO
• Event Dates: May 31, 2026 to June 01, 2026
• Entry Closing Date: Wednesday – May 13, 2026
• Time Zone: CENTRAL
• Entry Pricing: $32.00
• Eligibility: Open to all AKC registered purebred Labrador Retrievers.
📝 Event Overview
• Preparation: Carefully review the official Premium List and breed schedules for ring times, assignments, and specific entry details.
• Venue Regulations: Dogs must be kept on short leashes (no retractable leads allowed) or crated at all times when not actively competing. Clean up after your dog immediately.
• Competitor Comfort: Please bring your own grooming tables, pop-up tents/shades, crates, folding lawn chairs, and fresh water for your dogs.
• Spectators Welcome: Spectators are highly encouraged to attend and witness magnificent canine athletes. Please follow ring etiquettes and ask handlers before approaching dogs.
🔗 Quick Competitor Resources
🏢 Superintendent: Managed by Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent (info@foytrentdogshows.com | (573) 687-2101). Visit their portal for online entries.
🌐 AKC Event Details: View breed counts, schedule configurations, and coordinates on the official Dual-Purpose Labrador Event Organization.
🏆 Judging Panel
🐾 Mr. Desmond J Murphy New (York USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Linda Robey (Missouri USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Thomas L Kirstein (Tennessee USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Lesley A Brabyn (California USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Steve Hayden (Illinois USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 John P Wade (Nevada USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Patricia V Trotter (California USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Joseph R Vernuccio (Connecticut USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Jason Hoke (Wisconsin USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Ms. Tammie Sommerson-Wilcox (Washington USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Richard Todd Jackson (Maryland USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mr. Vincent J Savioli South (Dakota USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Mrs. Debbie L Melgreen (Illinois USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Sharon Walls (Nevada USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Carolyn Taylor (Illinois USA) — View Official AKC Profile
🐾 Gregg G Kantak (Maryland USA) — View Official AKC Profile
