The Canine Stars
Stunt Dog Show
From Rescues to Rockstars
Saturday, May 30, 2026 · 2:00 PM
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North America's Premier Stunt Dog Show
The Canine Stars brings 15 of the most talented rescued dogs on the planet to the LECOM Event Center stage for a 90-minute show that will have you laughing, cheering, and on your feet. Founded in 2012 by professional dog sport veterans Keri Caraher and Ethan Wilhelm, this touring production has sold out performing arts centers across North America — and now it's coming to Elmira.
Every dog in the cast was adopted from a shelter, rescue group, or humane society. Their stories are woven into the show — a powerful reminder that the most extraordinary athletes can come from the most unlikely beginnings.
“Genius!”
— Simon Cowell
America's Got Talent
“The best animal act I have ever seen on this show, by far!”
— Howie Mandel
America's Got Talent
What to Expect
Frisbee Freestyle
Jaw-dropping disc routines with aerial catches and flips
Dock Diving — On Stage
The exclusive Ball Pit Pool lets the dogs dive without water — seen on AGT's FINALE
Agility Racing
Watch dogs fly through obstacle courses at full speed
Canine Freestyle Dancing
Choreographed routines set to music that will have you on your feet
Post-Show Meet & Greet
Get up close, pet the dogs, and take photos with the cast after the show
All-Rescue Cast
Every single performer was adopted from a shelter — from rescue to rockstar
The Show
Watch the Show
The Mission
From Rescues to Rockstars
Nearly every performing dog was adopted from a shelter across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Netherlands, or South Korea. Every ticket sold carries the message that rescue dogs — given love, training, and a chance — can do extraordinary things. Come meet them after the show.
Event Details
🐾 Post-Show Meet & Greet
Stay after the show to meet the dogs, take photos, and get up close with the cast.