A Cocker Spaniel dog with a bow tie sitting on a grooming table at a pet grooming event.

✦ Early Bird: $80 — Entries Open NOW

The Pup Cup
Dog Grooming
Competition

🗓 10–12 July 2026

📍 Coffs Harbour Exhibition Hall, NSW

Celebrating the artistry and skill of professional dog groomers from all backgrounds and experience levels.

ENTER THE PUP CUP

3 DAYS

Of Competition

8+ CLASSES

Of Grooming Styles

4 LEVELS

Of Experience

BEST IN SHOW

Grand Final Award

A woman grooming a small brown poodle on a grooming table at a pet grooming event or salon, with a grooming poster in the background displaying pet care products.

Where Craft Meets
Competition

The Pup Cup Dog Grooming Competition aims to celebrate the artistry and skill of professional dog groomers from all different backgrounds and experience levels.

This event provides a platform for networking amongst canine based businesses, dog lovers, dog show exhibitors and pet stylists to showcase their talents, exchange techniques, and gain inspiration from peers and industry experts.

⏰ LIMITED TIME OFFER

Early Bird Pricing

Save on entry fees — Early Bird rate available until June 1, 2026

$80

Early Bird Price

$90

After June 1st

Competition Highlights

2026 Official Pup Cup Merch

With every hoodie purchased, $5 will be donated to The Australian Grooming Team, The Quokka’s!

Official Pup Cup 2026 Hoodie - Adult
$85.00

This hoodie features a regular fit and a mid-weight feel, crafted from a blend of 80% cotton and 20% polyester anti-pill fleece. It includes a snug hood, ribbed cuffs, large front pocket and a tear-out label for enhanced comfort and style. The printed year, placed above our hearts, symbolizes the growth and unity within the dog community, reminding us of the love we share for the art, health, wellbeing, comfort, and passion that defines dog grooming. A prominent logo featuring our mascot, Minty the Westie, is displayed on the back.

With every hoodie purchased, $5 will be donated to The Australian Grooming Team, The Quokka’s!

Woohoo! What better way to kick off a delightful winter event than wearing our Pup Cup Hoodie!

Pre-orders can either be shipped for an additional fee or picked up at The Pup Cup Event.

Shipping $15+ Australia Wide.

Available Colours: Black, Blush & Cream.

Care Instructions

  • Machine wash cold with similar colours.

  • Do not bleach.

  • Do not tumble dry.

  • Do not dry clean.

  • Do not iron.

  • Line dry in the shade.

Made in China.

Please note the colour black can be susceptible to fading/colouration variance. Also, particular sunblocks or deodorants mixed with high levels of sun exposure/body sweat can cause bleaching any of the dyes in these colours - please consider when ordering.

Official Pup Cup 2026 Hoodie - Youth
$65.00

This hoodie features a regular fit and a mid-weight feel, crafted from a blend of 80% cotton and 20% polyester anti-pill fleece. It includes a snug hood, ribbed cuffs, large front pocket and a tear-out label for enhanced comfort and style. The printed year, placed above our hearts, symbolizes the growth and unity within the dog community, reminding us of the love we share for the art, health, wellbeing, comfort, and passion that defines dog grooming. A prominent logo featuring our mascot, Minty the Westie, is displayed on the back.

With every hoodie purchased, $5 will be donated to The Australian Grooming Team, The Quokka’s!

Woohoo! What better way to kick off a delightful winter event than wearing our Pup Cup Hoodie!

Pre-orders can either be shipped for an additional fee or picked up at The Pup Cup Event.

Shipping $15+ Australia Wide.

Available Colours: Black, Blush & Cream.

Care Instructions

  • Machine wash cold with similar colours.

  • Do not bleach.

  • Do not tumble dry.

  • Do not dry clean.

  • Do not iron.

  • Line dry in the shade.

Made in China.

Please note the colour black can be susceptible to fading/colouration variance. Also, particular sunblocks or deodorants mixed with high levels of sun exposure/body sweat can cause bleaching any of the dyes in these colours - please consider when ordering.

Official Pup Cup 2026 Hoodie - Kids
$65.00

This hoodie features a regular fit and a mid-weight feel, crafted from a blend of 80% cotton and 20% polyester anti-pill fleece. It includes a snug hood, ribbed cuffs, large front pocket and a tear-out label for enhanced comfort and style. The printed year, placed above our hearts, symbolizes the growth and unity within the dog community, reminding us of the love we share for the art, health, wellbeing, comfort, and passion that defines dog grooming. A prominent logo featuring our mascot, Minty the Westie, is displayed on the back.

With every hoodie purchased, $5 will be donated to The Australian Grooming Team, The Quokka’s!

Woohoo! What better way to kick off a delightful winter event than wearing our Pup Cup Hoodie!

Pre-orders can either be shipped for an additional fee or picked up at The Pup Cup Event.

Shipping $15+ Australia Wide.

Available Colours: Black, Blush & Cream.

Care Instructions

  • Machine wash cold with similar colours.

  • Do not bleach.

  • Do not tumble dry.

  • Do not dry clean.

  • Do not iron.

  • Line dry in the shade.

Made in China.

Please note the colour black can be susceptible to fading/colouration variance. Also, particular sunblocks or deodorants mixed with high levels of sun exposure/body sweat can cause bleaching any of the dyes in these colours - please consider when ordering.

Your Questions, Answered

  • The Pup Cup is a 3-day event taking place from 10–12 July 2026 at the Coffs Harbour Exhibition Hall, NSW. View the full Schedule for more details.

  • The competition welcomes professional dog groomers from all backgrounds and experience levels, from Beginner to Masters Class. Check the Levels page to find where you fit.

  • The Early Bird entry fee is $80, available until June 1, 2026. After June 1st, the standard entry fee is $90. You can purchase your ticket on the Enter Here page.

  • Entries open on April 6, 2026, at 8:00 AM. Sessions are capped at 20 entries, so it is recommended to secure your spot early via the Enter Here page.

  • Best in Show is the grand final award where group winners from the Purebred Scissor, Gundog, Hand Strip, and Poodle classes compete for the ultimate prize. Read more about the awards on the Prizes page.

  • Yes, for every official 2026 Pup Cup hoodie purchased from our Shop, $5 will be donated to The Australian Grooming Team, The Quokka’s.

If you still have more questions, please contact us and we will get back to you as soon as we can

Ready to Compete?

Entries open April 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM. Sessions are capped at 20 entries — secure your spot early.