Eye For A Dog Assessment 02 October 2026 (Afternoon)

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Please note this product is for the afternoon session on 2 October 2026 

Taking place on 2 October 2026 in the afternoon at the Royal Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh Park CV8 2LZ.

A key component of the Judges Education Programme (JEP) is the Eye For A Dog Assessment which is mandatory for new Level 5 Group and Level 6 Best in show judges. The assessment is also available for judges who have achieved Level 4 (CC) status in at least one breed.  

Book your place today for the morning session 

Programme of events/further information
  • This product is for the afternoon session on 02 October 2026 

  • Candidates who have previously been unsuccessful in passing this assessment are eligible to attend 

  • The purpose of the assessment is to assess the candidate’s ability to recognise breeds and the key points of construction and movement in a non-breed specific way from a selection of seven dogs across all groups with various sizes and coat types. In addition, the candidate’s approach and professionalism in physically assessing the dogs will be observed.

  • The RKC will send final details to candidates shortly before the assessment via email. 

  • For queries relating to eligibility please contact us

Terms and conditions
  • The decision of the Assessors and Observer is final.  

  • Candidates will not be advised of their result on the day. Results will be provided as soon as practicably possible following the assessment.  

  • Pass marks will not be provided, only a notification as to whether the candidate has passed or failed the assessment. 

  • There is no right of appeal for the decision made by the Assessors and Observer.  

Feedback will be provided for unsuccessful candidates. This will be drawn from the scores and comments made the Assessors and Observer.  

Refund policy
  • There shall be no refunds for candidates who book and pay for a place but who are then unable to attend the assessment.