MORE THAN A COAT. MORE THAN A TREND.
About America’s Best Doodle
America’s Best Doodle is creating a national stage built specifically for the dogs people live with, love, train, groom, travel with, and proudly call family.
Why We Exist
Doodles have never lacked attention. What they have lacked is a national stage built specifically for them.
This is a new kind of show shaped around the whole dog and the bond shared with the person beside them.
THE IDEA
A Show Built Around The Dogs People Actually Know
The idea behind America’s Best Doodle began with a simple belief: these dogs deserve a stage that understands why families love them.
Appearance matters, but it is only part of the story. The way a dog carries itself, responds to the world, communicates with its handler, and connects with the people around it tells us much more.
Traditional dog shows have their own history and purpose. America’s Best Doodle is building something different, an experience created around Doodles, their families, and the remarkable variety found throughout the Doodle world.
A DIFFERENT KIND OF STAGE
“The Coat Gets Attention. The Relationship Wins The Room.”
America’s Best Doodle celebrates more than looks. We recognize the whole dog and the connection shared with the person at the other end of the leash.
WHAT GUIDES US
Five Ideas At The Center Of The Vision
01
Structure
How the dog is built, moves, and carries itself.
02
Behavior
How the dog responds, recovers, and moves through the world.
03
Presentation
The care, preparation, and pride brought into the experience.
04
Personality
The individuality and presence that make each Doodle unforgettable.
05
Partnership
The communication, trust, and connection between dog and handler.
These ideas guide the vision while the official competition format, categories, and judging standards are being finalized.
A Community, Not A Marketplace
America’s Best Doodle is not a breeder or puppy marketplace. We are building the directory, the stage, and the culture around these dogs.
We’re the Doods.
Who We’re Building It For
Doodle Families
People who know these dogs as companions and family members
Future Competitors
Handlers who want to prepare for a thoughtful, well-run event
Dog Professionals
Trainers, groomers, judges, veterinarians, and educators
Partners And Supporters
Sponsors, vendors, volunteers, media, and organizations ready to help build something meaningful
THE FIRST CHAPTER
The First Competition Is Planned For 2027
The vision is moving forward, but the date, location, official categories, judging standards, and entry requirements have not been finalized. Those details will be announced only when they are ready.
Right now, the work is about building the foundation, growing the directory, starting the right conversations, and bringing together the people who want to help America’s Best Doodle take the stage.
Explore The Doodle Family Tree
Meet the Doodles and the distinct parent breeds behind them. The directory is the living foundation of America’s Best Doodle.