Dog Competition Shopping List
A dog competition needs more than jumps and a start line. You need a clearly marked course, judging equipment, participant numbers, shade, seating, power and enough water and waste stations for the full event day. Plan the shopping around your course layout and expected number of dogs, then add supplies for registration, scoring and prize-giving. Check vaccination records before the event and keep weather protection and first-aid arrangements on your final checklist.
What to bring
Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.
Furniture
- Party tentsqty 3
- Tablesqty 8
- Chairsqty 60
- Jury folding chairsqty 6
- Beer tablesqty 6
Sports equipment
- Crowd control barriersqty 24
- Agility jumpsqty 8
- Slalom polesqty 12
- Agility tunnelqty 2
- Dog ramp
- Competition hoopsqty 2
- Marker conesqty 30
- Start and finish matsqty 2
- Water tubsqty 12
- Dog crateqty 4
- Line anglesqty 20
- Dog waste bag holdersqty 6
- Bib numbersqty 80
- Scoreboardsqty 4
- Stopwatchesqty 4
- Measuring tapesqty 2
- Whistlesqty 4
- Prizesqty 12
- Medalsqty 30
- Rosettesqty 30
Equipment
- Laptopqty 2
- Printer
- Extension cordsqty 4
- Power stripsqty 6
- Portable speakersqty 2
- Microphone
- Megaphone
- Power banksqty 4
- Charging cablesqty 6
Tableware
- Reusable cupsqty 100
- Platesqty 80
- Cutlery setsqty 80
- Coffee cupsqty 50
Kitchen
- Coffee makerqty 2
- Kettlesqty 2
- Coolersqty 4
- Thermos flasksqty 4
- Pitcherqty 4
- Serving plattersqty 12
- Serving tongsqty 8
- Cutting boardsqty 3
- Bread knivesqty 3
- Ice packsqty 20
Decorations
- Competition flagsqty 12
- Directional signsqty 12
- Welcome sign
- Directional signsqty 8
Lighting
- LED lampsqty 8
- String lightsqty 6
Cleaning
- Waste binsqty 10
- Broomsqty 4
- Eye-catchersqty 2
- Trash bag holdersqty 6
- Mop setsqty 2
- Bucketsqty 4
Catering
- Groceries
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 3 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Coffee creamer - 2 packs
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 12 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Nut mix - 4 bags
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Bananas - 6 kilos
- Apples - 6 kilos
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Sandwiches - 80 pieces
- Vegetarian sandwiches - 20 pieces
- Gluten-free rolls - 8 pieces
- Butter - 2 tubs
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper straws - 150 pieces
- Ice cubes - 10 bags
- Dog food - 5 kilos
- Dog treats - 10 bags
- Dog poop bags - 2000 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Hand soap - 6 dispensers
- Hand sanitizer - 6 bottles
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Cleaning cloths - 20 pieces
- Paper towels - 8 packs
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Cooler bags - 4 rolls
- Bandages - 4 boxes
- Disposable gloves - 4 boxes
Tips
- Provide at least one water tub for every 10 to 15 dogs, with extra tubs near the waiting area and course entrance. Refill them throughout the day rather than relying on one central station.
- Use one bib number per registered dog, plus 5 to 10 spare numbers for replacements or late changes. Print the starting lists before arrival and keep a copy with registration and the judges.
- Prepare one stopwatch and one whistle for each active judge or course official, plus a spare stopwatch. Have measuring tapes available for course setup and checking jump or lane positions.
- Plan one dog waste bag holder for every 20 to 25 dogs, placed along the entrance, waiting area and exit route. Bring enough replacement bags for the entire event, not just the opening session.
- Set up power before the first competitors arrive: use extension cords and power strips for the laptop, printer and speakers, and test the full setup at least 60 minutes before registration opens.
Frequently asked questions
- How many water tubs do I need for a dog competition?
- Plan one water tub for every 10 to 15 dogs, with at least two tubs for a small event. Add separate tubs near the course and waiting area, and refill them several times during the day.
- How many dog waste bags should I buy for a competition?
- Allow at least 8 to 10 bags per dog for a full-day competition, then add a 20% reserve. For 50 dogs, that means 400 to 500 bags before the event starts.
- What judging equipment is needed for a dog competition?
- Prepare one stopwatch and whistle per active judge or course official, plus one spare of each. You should also have measuring tapes, scoreboards, printed starting lists and a laptop or printer for results.
- When should I set up the dog competition equipment?
- Finish the course, barriers, tables, seating, water stations and power setup at least 60 minutes before registration opens. Test the printer, speakers and stopwatches before the first dog is called.
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