Time to start planning for the 2026 ECSCA National Specialty! Most events will be held at Purina Farms,
just outside of St. Louis, MO. We will have more details throughout the year. Please watch our Facebook
page and look for club emails for updates. Look for the Facebook page by searching for “ECSCA 2026
National Specialty Saint Louis”
2026 National Specialty Contacts:
Show Chairperson – Cindy Anderson.
Co-Chairs - Joyce Winkels & Michele Johnson
**Volunteers are needed to make our event successful.**
Quick Links:
Judging Program:
Premium Lists:
** Note- All event entries close on April 8th, 2026 - Pay attention to the closing time for each event because times may vary.
- Conformation, Obedience & Rally:
- Tracking:
- Agility:
- Scent Work: (Note- ECS entries are given first priority until Friday, March 13, 2026, after which all other entries will be taken in the order received).
- Barn Hunt Entries: www.secreterrier.com
- WD or Hunt Tests (Huntsecretary)
Preliminary Schedule (Subject to change)
Tentative Schedule as of December 1, 2025 – all events at Purina Farms unless otherwise noted:
May 1 | Friday | No Events. |
May 2/3 | Saturday/Sunday | Working Dog Test (Rustic Farm, Tebbetts, MO) Hunt Test (Rustic Farm) – judges: Tom Pullian, Cathy Pullian |
May 4 | Monday | Tracking Test (Sullivan, MO) – judges: Connie Austin, Ulysses S James Grooming Set-up Welcome Reception |
May 5 | Tuesday | Regional Specialty – judge: Doug Johnson Agility – judge: Michael Teh Barn Hunt Birding Instinct Testing Health Seminar and Health Clinics Boutique, Raffle |
May 6 | Wednesday | Sweepstakes – judge: Sally Rosenthal Veteran Sweepstakes Agility – judge: Michael Teh Scentwork – judges: Virginia Huxley, Natalie McManus CGC, Trick Dog Evaluation Breed Education Seminar Boutique, Raffle Evening Social Event – Bingo with a Bark |
May 7 | Thursday | Regular Dog & Bitch Classes – judge: Sue Dwelly Non-Regular Dog & Bitch Classes. Obedience, Rally – judge: Leslye Pinnell 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Boutique, Raffle Awards Banquet and Live Auction |
May 8 | Friday | Juniors, PeeWees – judge: Marissa Shepherd Parade of Title Holders Pee Wee, Junior Showmanship National Performance Challenge Awards Best of Breed – judge: Sue Dwelly |
HOST HOTEL:
Holiday Inn St. Louis West at Six Flags (10 miles from Purina Event Center)
4901 Six Flags Road
Eureka, MO 63205
Reservations: 636-938-6661
Block rate will be available for a limited number of rooms until April 4, 2026.
-Rate: $132.95 plus taxes or $189.95 plus taxes for a family room
There is a $35 one-time non-refundable fee for all rooms booked through the block. A maximum of 4 dogs per room.
Approximately one month prior, a $100 deposit per room will be collected to be credited towards the balance of the stay; if reservation is cancelled less than 2 weeks prior to arrival, the deposit is non-refundable.
Purina Farms has facilities for RVs – more information below.
Purina Farms Overnight Camping Reservations & Request Form (at the bottom of this page)
Thank you for requesting an overnight camping space in one of the Purina Farms designated RV lots. Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis and are assigned based on length of equipment (rig) and space availability. If confirmed, you will receive an emailed confirmation and a payment link so you can pay at your convenience. Our RV Engagement Specialist will respond back to your reservation request within 5–7 business days to let you know whether your reservation is confirmed. Full payment must be received before the space can be finalized.
Purina Farms offers 2 different RV lots on property. The Full Service Purina Event Center RV lot offers 30 and 50 amp electric, water and sewer. The Electric Only Main Show Field RV lot offers 30 and 50 amp electric.
The nightly charge is $50/night (Row A), $45/night (Row B) and $40/night (Rows C & D) in the Full Service Purina Event Center Lot* and $25/night in the Electric Only Main Show Field RV Lot. Full payment by credit card must be received before the space can be finalized. There is no guarantee of site assignment.
Any RVs bigger than 50’ must reserve a spot in the full-service Purina Event Center lot. Max size of RV on property is 55’. Tow vehicles are not factored into the length of the spaces as they must be unhooked.
Spaces are refundable if cancelled more than 3 days out from the arrival date listed on the reservation confirmation. Otherwise, no refunds will be given. Spaces are non-transferable.
Please note that RV reservations are only accepted for those entered (or those who have dogs/cats entered) in an event that has contracted space, which includes the overnight camping lots.
The Purina Farms RV lots are only open to vehicles specifically designed with overnight sleeping accommodations including motorhomes, fifth wheels and travel trailers.
Quiet time in the RV area is from 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
If you have an RV rental, you must ensure that the RV is dropped off and picked up in accordance with your reservation dates and times. Plan accordingly with the supplier.
Contact us at rvparking@purina.nestle.com or (866) 979-2488 with any questions about overnight camping in the Purina Farms RV lots.
In case of emergency while on-site at Purina Farms, please call Site Security at 314-982-2222 or 911 and then Site Security depending on the nature of the emergency. For non-emergencies, contact Site Security at 636-221-1428. A blue light call box is located near the South doors of the Purina Event Center if needed.
Any false or inaccurate information provided when booking a reservation will result in the reservation being null and void with no refunds given.
Helpful Links
RV Lot Reservations for 2026 ECSCA National Specialty
Reservations are now available for the RV lot at Purina Farms.
Click HERE if you want to complete an online reservation form.
Please note that all RV reservations for the Purina Farms lots are managed by the Purina Farms RV Engagement Specialist. This page will give you the information you need to secure a spot for your RV during the show. A careful reading should answer most questions, but you can reach out with any other questions regarding lot reservations to rvparking@purina.nestle.com.
Reservation Process
All reservations must be made through Purina Farms by:
- Completing the reservation form to rvparking@purina.nestle.com, or
- Printing it and mailing it to:
Purina Farms, Attn: RV Engagement Specialist
300 Checkerboard Loop
Gray Summit, MO 63039
Please call (866) 979-2488 with any overnight camping questions.
Service Center Access
The Service Center will be open 24/7 with restroom and shower facilities, except during the Scent Work Trial on Wednesday, May 6. This building is located on the side of the Full Service Event Center RV lot.
Nightly Rates
- Row A – $50/night
- Row B – $45/night
- Rows C and D – $40/night
- Electric Only Main Show Field RV Lot – $25/night
RV Rentals
Since the show is ending on a Friday/weekend, any exhibitors renting RVs must ensure the RVs will be picked up according to the reservation dates and times. MidMo and Country Camper (listed below) do deliver and pick up on weekends. Many rentals through RV Share and Outdoorsy offer weekend delivery/pickup also.
MidMo Campers
Phone: (636) 357-1702
Country Camper Rentals
Phone: (618) 660-8429
There are also two online companies that individuals can rent RVs through. They also offer delivery and set up:
- RV Share – www.rvshare.com
- Outdoorsy – www.outdoorsy.com