Dive Right in With the North America Diving Dogs National Championship

Premiering on AKC.tv and YouTube Live 10/22 through 10/24

NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHAT: The North America Diving Dogs National Championship is coming to you LIVE! The North America Diving Dogs premier event, this championship showcases some of the best diving dog competitors from across the country. The event is taking place October 22^nd through October 24^th at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Missouri. Highlights of the livestream include:

Distance Jump
This is the classic dock diving event where dogs compete to see how far they can jump from the dock into the pool. A test of speed, strength, and agility – see dogs leap great distances to retrieve their favorite toy!

Air Retrieve
In this event, dogs showcase their vertical jumping ability by leaping off the dock to snatch a bumper suspended over the water at varying distances. An exciting display of athleticism and precision, the dogs try to grab the bumper at the highest point possible!

Hydro Dash
A fast-paced race where dogs retrieve a toy from the 37’ mark in the quickest time possible! A thrilling and action-packed event that showcases the canine competitors’ speed and agility.

Junior Handler Championship
Junior handlers compete in Distance Jump for an opportunity to win big!

WHEN:

October 22^nd through October 24^th. Livestream starts at 8am CT each day.

WHERE TO WATCH:

Five simultaneous livestreams, one for each pool! Tune in on AKC.tv and YouTube Live.

CONTACT:

Kalila Sample
Associate PR Manager
kalila.sample@akc.org

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Streaming times for the North America Diving Dogs Championship