The Kennel Club International Agility Festival wrapped up four action-packed days of world-class agility on Sunday 10 August 2025, held once again at Rutland Showground in Oakham. The festival brought together thousands of dogs and their handlers from across the UK and around the world, competing in more than 250 classes.
Supported by Skinner’s, the festival celebrated agility in all its forms, with dogs of all breeds, sizes and backgrounds taking part across four height categories. Across 18 competition rings, dogs showcased their speed and training across challenging courses featuring hurdles, poles, tunnels and more.
Competition was tough, and some lucky dogs and their handlers have secured places at prestigious upcoming events, including the agility events at the London International Horse show in December, with others heading to the world’s greatest dog show, Crufts, in March 2026.
Ben Skinner, of Skinner’s, said: “A huge congratulations to all the winners and participants at this year’s Kennel Club International Agility Festival. Watching these incredible dogs and their dedicated owners is always a privilege, and we are proud the support this impressive event.
“The skill and commitment on display is truly remarkable. Everyone who took part should feel proud of their accomplishments.”
Helen Kerfoot, Chief Canine Officer at The Kennel Club, said: “Congratulations to all our winners! The talent, energy and sportsmanship shown throughout the festival has been outstanding, and we look forward to seeing many of these competitors again at Crufts and the London International Horse Show.
“Well done to all dogs and handlers for their brilliant performances over the past four days.”
Finals were held for a number of prestigious agility competitions, and the placings in each of the main competitions at the festival were as follows:
Kennel Club Championship Finals (with first place in each height category qualifying for Crufts)
Large Kennel Club Championship Final
- 1st – Alan Bray and Ticket (Ag Ch Devongem Blade Runner At Upanovatigers)
- 2nd – David Munnings and Legacy (Ag Ch Comebyanaway Wot A Legacy)
- 3rd – Mike Bendell and Falcon (Ag Ch Lookylooky Blue Falcon)
Intermediate Kennel Club Championship Final
- 1st – Jessica Sansome and Jinx (Jess Has Been Jinxed)
- 2nd – Michelle Waugh and Otto (Ag Ch Manicjax Summer Dreams)
- 3rd – Lisa Duggan and Pip (Nedlo Girl Goes North)
Medium Kennel Club Championship Final
- 1st – Laura Chapman and Endeavour (Ag Ch Leebeardream Come True)
- 2nd – Jamie Wright and Dexter (Dream On Dexter AW(D))
- 3rd – Liz Naylor and Echo (Breckmarsh Repeat After Me At Hornspike)
Small Kennel Club Championship Final
- 1st – Louise Godwin and Drift (Ag Ch The Fate Of The Furious At Vamonalou)
- 2nd – Martin Reid and Selfie (Ag Ch Get It With Eager To Work)
- 3rd – Liz Naylor and Skye (Ag Ch Devongem Bright Skye At Hornspike)
Kennel Club Starters Cup Final
Large Kennel Club Starters Cup Final
- 1st – Anne Coogan and Remi (Jedize Addicted To Love)
- 2nd – Emma Clithero and Smudge (Shadow Sprinter)
- 3rd – Nic Jones and Detail (Denwyn Detail At Flickflack
Intermediate Kennel Club Starters Cup Final
- 1st – Lucy Toyne and Nora (Leebeardream She's So Sweet)
- 2nd – Katie Riley and Ada (Mystique Meg)
- 3rd – Jan Sage and Rieki (Schindow Move It Mischief For Somerzest)
Medium Kennel Club Starters Cup Final
- 1st – Kerry Munnings and Rummy (Frason Play Your Cards Right)
- 2nd – Lian Knight and Sabi (Licosateria Wasabi Nut)
- 3rd – Karen Rock and Rhu (Ginspring Spritz In The Mix)
Small Kennel Club Starters Cup Final
- 1st – Elise Finney and Rogue (Limitless Love At Dreamrose)
- 2nd – Claire Brownlee and Mabel (Passion Star Mabellini)
- 3rd – Corinne Phillips and Trixie (Our Miss Troublesome Trix)
Kennel Club International Final
Large Kennel Club International Final
- 1st – Dani Lehrer and Topo (Checkmate Defying Gravity)
- 2nd – Dani Lehrer amd Tippi (Tippi Tippi)
- 3rd – Craig Ritchie and Clyde (Darleyfalls Winter Sky)
Intermediate Kennel Club Final
- 1st – Laura Murphy and Indy (The Honey Badger)
- 2nd – Manuel Pasadas Gallardo and Bizum (Bizum De Bruccan)
- 3rd – Dani Lehrer and Leni (Leni Leni)
Medium Kennel Club International Final
- 1st – Elena Alberich Rodriguez and Lilypop (Lily Pyrshep)
- 2nd – Diana Cozar and Blitz (Shine Bright Blitz)
- 3rd – Sharon Broeders and Dash (Indigo Blue From Marmorea's Shelter)
Small Kennel Club International Final
- 1st – Marta Campoy Ortiz and Samba (Samba De Bruccan)
- 2nd – Neus Baró Goñi and Patum Blue Du Roc De La Bevera (Patum Blue Du Roc De La Bevera)
The following dogs and handlers also competed in the Kennel Club Agility Stakes Quarter and Semi-Finals, and qualified in their respective heights for the Semi-Finals and Final, which will take place at the London International Horse Show in December.
Large Kennel Club Agility Stakes Quarter-Final
Shannon Springford and Banter; David Munnings and Legacy; Caroline Hendy and Rudi; Alan Bray and Ticket; Sarah Young and Delicious; Shelley Woodward and Jiffy; Tunde Bell and Gertie; Harriet Harding and Pi; Lindsay Bentley and Cruz; Zachary Spilsbury and Bob; Jen Slade and Brokkoli; Dalton Meredith and Crush; Max Glover and Sushi; Alan Short and Bomb; Martin Reid and Snooze; Jessica Clarehugh and Dora; Annette Parker and Sage; Connie Sellers-Lane and Zico; Lindsey Lightowler and Havok; and Jane Powell and Noddy.
Intermediate Kennel Club Agility Stakes Quarter-Final
Kirsty Armitstead and Cuba; Michelle Waugh and Otto; Stephanie Best and Believe; Kayleigh Hewitt and Cosmo; Lisa Duggan and Pip; Sara Bacon and Trend; Greg Derrett and Vice; Toni Smith and Febe; Lindsey Spring and Bambam; Chloe Machon and Replay; Alan Short and By; Karen Marriott and Trio; Iain Patz and Streak; Michele Britton and Maia; Alan Wildman and Zyng; Kate Howlett and Macey Boy; Helen Smith and Phoenix; Sean Disney and Ellie; Jane Drinnan-Payne and Clay; and Brian McDougall and Wispa.
Medium Kennel Club Agility Stakes Semi-Final
Laura Chapman and Endeavour; Amy Langman and Ollie; Jo Gleed and Topic; Lindsey Lightowler and Wanda; Babs Foster and Mach; Lily Woodford and Sparrow; Liz Carpenter and Winnie; Natasha Wise and Toto; Lucy Wheelwright and Mouse; and Rachel Ward and Fiametta.
Small Kennel Club Agility Stakes Semi-Final
Louise Godwin and Drift; Martin Reid and Selfie; Dawn Weaver and Chipmunk; Sander Tit and Fanny; Les Pearce and Fire; Rachel Ward and Pecan; Sarah Paterson and Super; Helen Roberts and Arty; Martin Tait and Tatty; and Lauren Langman and Venture.
Large ABC Kennel Club Agility Stakes Semi-Final
Connie Sellers-Lane and Remi; Harriet Harding and Mac; Chloe Pattie and Ziggy; Lynne Gittins and Red Dog; and Alisa Atkins and Ace.
Intermediate ABC Kennel Club Agility Stakes Semi-Final
Jenna Simmonds and Bee; Jo Nash and Lulu; Aimee Kerton and Kefira; Vicky Coxon and Rogue; and Kesia Guillery and Koro.
For more information on The Kennel Club International Agility Festival, please visit thekennelclub.org.uk/IAF
Find the full list of results at agilityplaza.com/results