DockDogs

🐾 WHAT’S YOUR WHY? 🐾

We’ve debated the disciplines. We’ve talked about the jumps, the speed, the heights and the head-to-head battles.

But at the end of the day… DockDogs® is about so much more than what happens on the dock.

So now we want to know:

WHAT’S YOUR WHY?

Why do you love DockDogs?
Why do you keep coming back?
What does this sport mean to you and your dog? ❤️

Is it…

🐶 Watching your dog do something they absolutely LOVE?
🏆 Chasing that next personal best?
🤝 The friendships you’ve made along the way?
😂 The crazy memories you’ve collected?
🚙 Traveling to events and seeing new places?
💦 The adrenaline of competition?
🐾 Finding a community that just gets you and your dog?

Or maybe DockDogs® came into your life when you needed it most — and somewhere along the way, it became so much more than a sport.

Whatever your why is, we want to hear it.

👇 Drop your DockDogs® WHY in the comments. Tell us the story, share the memory, tag the people who are part of it, or post a photo that captures what DockDogs means to you.

Because there are a million reasons to love this sport…

What’s YOURS? ❤️🐾💦

🚨 2026 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP MERCH IS LIVE! 🚨 It’s time to gear up for the 2026 DockDogs® World Championship! 🏆

✨ Exclusive Worlds designs, customization options for your name, team name or discipline, plus NEW kids’ sizes for Youth Handlers and our littlest DockDogs fans!

📦 ORDER NOW & PICK IT UP AT WORLDS! Your merch will be waiting for you at the Alliant Energy Center when you arrive.
🏠 Can’t make it to Worlds? No worries! We can ship your order straight to your door so you can still rep Worlds from home.
⏰ The ordering window is open through mid-October, but once the presale closes, these designs are GONE!

👉 Order yours today: tinyurl.com/2026DDWCStore

Mandalorian Captures Photography 📸 was on site for the Sheboygan County Fair over the weekend capturing all of the action! Teams came from all over Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and beyond and rocked the dock for the crowds to enjoy! 🤩

Were you there?! We want to see your favorite moments! Share your photos in the comments and upload your videos to the drive!🎥 tinyurl.com/DDVideos2026

🌟 DockDogs® Affiliate Spotlight 🌟

Behind every great DockDogs® community is a dedicated Affiliate Club helping dogs and handlers grow, train, and have fun together. Our affiliates are the heartbeat of the sport, providing opportunities for newcomers to discover dock diving and experienced teams to sharpen their skills year-round.

Today, we're excited to shine the spotlight on Kentucky DockDogs, based in Danville, Kentucky! 🐾💦

Kentucky DockDogs is all about bringing people and their four-legged best friends together to experience the excitement of dock diving. Throughout the season, the club holds regular practices for both members and newcomers, creating a welcoming environment where teams can learn the sport, build confidence, improve their skills, and have a whole lot of fun along the way.

Never tried dock diving before? That's exactly why their practices are such a great place to start! The Kentucky DockDogs community loves welcoming new humans and canines to the sport and helping them take those first steps—or leaps—off the dock. For experienced teams, practices provide a great opportunity to keep working toward that next personal best while spending time with fellow competitors.

The club also hosts DockDogs® events throughout the season, bringing their community together for competition, celebration, plenty of splashes, and the kind of camaraderie that makes this sport so special.

Whether you're brand new to dock diving or already hooked, Kentucky DockDogs is ready to welcome you and your pup into the family!

🐾💦 Want to learn more about Kentucky DockDogs ? Visit their page, connect with the club, and follow along to see what's happening on the dock in Danville!

Come join the fun, meet some great people, and let your dog make a splash! 🌊🐕

Who was making a splash 💦 with us during DockDogs® at the Labor Day Dog Day Event at Wisp Resort over the weekend?! The crowds were loving the action, and I think it's safe to say the dogs were too! 🤩

Were you there?! We want to see your favorite moments! Share your photos in the comments and upload your videos to the drive!
🎥🐶 tinyurl.com/DDVideos2026

🌊 NEBRASKA — WE’RE COMING BACK TO PONCA! 🌊

DockDogs® is headed back to the 21st Annual Missouri River Outdoor Expo on September 19–20, and we’re ready to make a splash! 🐾

Whether you’ve got a seasoned pro or a pup who’s never competed before, everyone is welcome! No experience necessary — just a dog over 6 months old who’s ready to jump, splash, and have some fun. Kids ages 7+ can even compete alongside their canine teammates!

📣 TELL A FRIEND. GRAB YOUR PUP. PRE-REGISTER TODAY!
📲 dockdogs.com/event/21st-annual-missouri-river-outdoor-expo

Don’t wait until you get to the Expo — secure your spot and get ready for an awesome weekend in Ponca!