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City of Birmingham chances to learn
We will be hosting seminars during the show for those that wish to progress their judging careers. The trainer for the seminars will be Mrs Christina Chapman, Royal Kennel Club Accredited Trainer. A well regarded and experienced judge and popular trainer.
The seminars available will be Conformation & Movement, Points of a Dog and an introduction and understanding of the requirements of the “Eye For A Dog” assessment carried out by the Royal Kennel Club, together with Critique writing and Stewarding seminars.
Thursday 28th August 2025
Stewarding Seminar 13.30 – 15.30
Points of a Dog (Time to be arranged on the day)
Friday 29th August 2025
Critique Writing Seminar 13.30 – 15.30
Points of a Dog (Time to be arranged on the day)
Saturday 30th August 2025
Conformation and Movement 9.00 – 13.00
”Have A Go Show” 14.00 onwards
Sunday 31st August 2025
Conformation and Movement 9.00 – 13.00
Understanding “Eye For A Dog” 14.00 – 15.00
Points of a Dog (Times to be arranged on the day)
The cost of the seminars will be:
Conformation & Movement £25.00
Stewarding Seminar £25.00
Points of A Dog £25.00
Points of A Dog £15.00
Understanding Eye For A Dog £10.00
Bookings to be made directly with Mrs Christina Chapman
christinachapman.bukris@gmail.com
Bookings and full details will be confirmed following payment
Best in Show & Best Puppy in Show 2025
Introducing our judge for this years BEST IN SHOW & BEST PUPPY IN SHOW.
Mr Paul Wilkinson
Paul has been involved in Pedigree Dogs, for all of his life. Following in his Father’s footsteps, Paul is a Stafford Man, but has a very keen interest in many breeds and besides awarding CC’s to every breed in the Terrier Group, he is approved for Whippets and French Bulldogs. He has judged the Terrier Group on 16 occasions including Crufts.
In 1995 Paul handled the Reserve Best In Show Winner, the same year he won Challenge Certificates in Seven Breeds at the same show, a remarkable record.
Paul started his judging career at local Sanction and Limit shows around the Midlands in the 1970’s, learning his trade on some top class youngsters, which in those days was the training ground for dogs and judges alike.
Progressing to Championship Shows, Paul has judged in 40 different countries across the world, regarded as one of the countries most knowledgeable judges. Paul is always willing to learn and share his knowledge, and can be seen on most weekends at shows around the Midlands and afar.
A local Lad, with a worldwide reputation, we are honoured to have Paul Wilkinson as our Best In Show Judge for 2025.
WIN A TRIP TO NEW YORK
City of Birmingham is proud to offer the chance to attend the famous ‘WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW’ in 2026 where they will be celebrating their 150th anniversary show.
Raffle tickets will only be available with entries to the show or on each of our 4 show days.
It is £5 for a ticket (no limit to the amount you purchase) you have to be in it to win it 
The winner will be drawn just before Best in Show is judged.
Profits are to be donated to the Birmingham Dogs Trust.
