What happens after you enter?

Don’t worry: the payment receipt, the invitation and the practical information don’t necessarily arrive together. Here are the next steps.

This guide covers shows in France. The administrative process described here is that of SCC Expo (the French kennel club’s show platform); on another platform, follow the organiser’s instructions.

1. You receive your payment receipt

On SCC Expo, your dog is entered once the payment is validated. A receipt is then sent to you by email.

Save it with the show documents and re-read your entry: right dog, right date, right class.

If you can’t find the receipt you were expecting, check your spam folder and look in your account. If in doubt, contact support before paying again.

Your first landmark: the receipt arrives after a successful payment; the invitation may come much later.

2. You check the details that were recorded

An error in the class or variety can go unnoticed while you’re typing. Take a few minutes to compare the summary with the dog’s papers.

For a change of class at the same fee, the Centrale Canine gives the following route on SCC Expo: “My account” → “Completed entries” → “Modify”. Other changes may require contacting the service.

This technical option must respect the applicable deadlines. At an FCI international show, changing class after closing is prohibited, except for an administrative error by the organiser.

3. You wait for the invitation

On SCC Expo, the invitation is sent after entries close, a few days before the event. You can also find it under “My account”, then “Completed entries”.

Example: you enter your dog several weeks ahead and receive the receipt immediately. Not having the invitation yet the next day is therefore normal.

If, however, the show is getting close and you can’t find anything in your emails or your account, contact the service or the organiser.

4. You look at the practical information

As the event approaches, check the instructions published on its official page or sent with your documents:

• the exact address and exhibitor access;
• the day your breed is shown;
• the announced times and ring information;
• the documents to present;
• how to collect your number.

The opening time is not necessarily when your dog goes in the ring. Plan your arrival according to the event’s instructions, allowing the time you need to get in, settle down and help your companion relax.

5. You prepare your dog and your bag

MyDogShow tip: Get your dog used to walking on a lead and to having his teeth examined and his body felt. Use the waiting time to work on these things gradually and calmly.

MyDogShow tip: For setting off, bring in particular:

• lead, collar, water and bowl;
• treats suited to your dog;
• health record, proof of identification and birth certificate or pedigree;
• your ring number, depending on how it is handed out.

Also bring what you need to settle in while you wait.

6. On the day, you get your bearings

On arrival, follow the reception instructions, find your ring and, if necessary, check your ring time with the team on site.

Give your dog time to discover the surroundings. A short walk, some water and a quiet place to wait will help you start the day calmly.

Beginner — three tips

1. Keep the receipt as soon as you get it. You’ll find it easily if you need to contact support.
2. Don’t mix up the receipt and the invitation. They are sent at two different stages.
3. Pack the bag the day before. The morning will be easier for you and your dog.

Intermediate — three tips

1. Check the summary quickly. Report an error as soon as you find it.
2. Save the documents offline. You’ll be able to read them without a connection.
3. Plan your arrival with a margin. Think about parking, the entrance and settling in.

Advanced — three tips

1. Track each entry separately. With several dogs or several days, check each class and each document.
2. Check the latest instructions before leaving. Your plans must take updated information into account.
3. Prepare a file for the person showing the dog. Give them the documents, the times and any useful information.

Sources

• Société Centrale Canine: receipt and invitation after paying the entry (in French)
• Société Centrale Canine: how to change an entry (in French)
• FCI: Regulations for FCI Dog Shows (PDF)