Meet the standout pups who came to Portland for the Northwest’s largest dog show

Published on: 01/17/2026

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The Dogs could compete in obedience, rally and agility runs. The Rose City Classic Dog Show is happening in Portland Jan. 15-18. The event offers different competitions and showcases based on breed, skill, age and more. Many handlers dressed up in formal wear for their showcases. “It’s the best thing I get to do in my life,” says Ina Dunlap about training her pugs to become therapy dogs. Taking over a large part of the Expo Center, one of the rooms was dedicated to dog bathing and grooming. The event is family-friendly and offered children's activities. The Rose City Classic Dog Show is happening in Portland Jan. 15-18. The event offers different competitions and showcases based on breed, skill, age and more. Handlers prepare to show their dogs on Saturday, Jan. 17. Children pose in matching sweatshirts with a photo of their competing dog on them. Savvy the Xoloitzcuintli wears a sombrero. Xoloitzcuintin are Mexican hairless dogs that have been historically cherished in ancient Mexico. Handlers pose their dog for a professional photo after showing them. The The Rose City Classic Dog Show is happening in Portland Jan. 15-18. The event offers different competitions and showcases based on breed, skill, age and more. The The New and used traditional dog show suits were for sale. Taking over a large part of the Expo Center, one of the rooms was dedicated to dog bathing and grooming. Many handlers dressed up in formal wear for their showcases. Dogs could compete in obedience, rally and agility runs. The dog show was open to the public, drawing a number of spectators. The Rose City Classic Dog Show is happening in Portland Jan. 15-18. The event offers different competitions and showcases based on breed, skill, age and more. Many handlers dressed up in formal wear for their showcases. A boy poses for a photo with his St. Bernard at the Rose City Classic Dog Show on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Bob the pug poses for a photo. The event also had a variety of vendors selling mostly dog-related items. This shop offered pet portraiture. Many handlers dressed up in formal wear for their showcases. “It’s the best thing I get to do in my life,” says Ina Dunlap about training her pugs to become therapy dogs. Kids' artwork of dogs was displayed at the entrance. The Rose City Classic Dog Show is happening in Portland Jan. 15-18. The event offers different competitions and showcases based on breed, skill, age and more.