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- Czech Republic19
- Martin Manák
- Milan Krinke
- Zdenka Jílková
- Lenka Metelková
- Lenka Folget Klímová
- Karel Frank
- Hana Pisarčíková
- Milan Plundra
- Veronika Frolíková
- Lenka Frnčová
- Ladislav Frnčo
- Antonín Karban
- Miroslav Roškota
- Lenka Fairaislová
- Martina Kučerová
- Iveta Dosedělová
- Jakub Kadlec
- Miroslav Václavík
- Jiří Suchý
- Poland4
- Grzegorz Wolski
- Marek Czerniakowski
- Piotr Król
- Aneta Dopierala Sobkowska
- Italy3
- Paolo Tartaro
- Maria Grazia Miglietta
- Alessandro Zeppi
- Slovakia3
- Sergej Vanzha
- Martina Ellerová
- Emília Múdra
- Germany2
- Sweden2
- Sonny Ström
- Mikael Nilsson
- Argentina1
- Belgium1
- Louis Dehaes
- Brazil1
- Gabriel Valdez
- Finland1
- Hannele Jokisilta
- Hungary1
- Iceland1
- Lithuania1
- Mexico1
- Portugal1
- Serbia1
- Spain1
- Mateo Noel Garrigos
- Switzerland1
- Ukraine1
- Nataliia Dediuk
- United Kingdom1
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65Bouvier des Ardennes
FCI 1Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
FCI 1Australian Kelpie
FCI 1Australian Cattle Dog
FCI 1Australian Shepherd
FCI 1Bearded Collie
FCI 1Beauce Sheepdog
FCI 1Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael)
FCI 1Belgian Shepherd Dog (Laekenois)
FCI 1Belgian Shepherd Dog (Malinois)
FCI 1Belgian Shepherd Dog (Tervueren)
FCI 1Bergamasco Shepherd Dog
FCI 1White Swiss Shepherd Dog
FCI 1Old English Sheepdog
FCI 1Border Collie
FCI 1Briard - černý
FCI 1Briard - plavý a šedý
FCI 1Portuguese Sheepdog
FCI 1Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
FCI 1Bouvier des Flandres
FCI 1Dutch Schapendoes
FCI 1Dutch Shepherd Long Haired
FCI 1Holandský ovčák - hrubosrstý
FCI 1Dutch Shepherd Short Haired
FCI 1Bohemian Shepherd Dog
FCI 1Croatian Shepherd Dog
FCI 1South Russian Shepherd Dog
FCI 1Gos d Atura Catala - Long-haired
FCI 1Collie Rough
FCI 1Collie Smooth
FCI 1Komondor
FCI 1Kuvasz
FCI 1Lancashire Heeler
FCI 1Perro De Pastor Mallorquin - Long-haired
FCI 1Perro De Pastor Mallorquin - Short-haired
FCI 1Abruzzes and Maremma Shepherd Dog
FCI 1Miniature American Shepherd
FCI 1Mudi - White
FCI 1Mudi - Blue Merle
FCI 1Mudi - Black
FCI 1Mudi - fawn
FCI 1Mudi - Brown
FCI 1Mudi - Grey
FCI 1German Shepherd Dog, long and harsh outer coat
FCI 1German Shepherd, Double Coat
FCI 1Picardy Sheepdog
FCI 1Polish Tatra Shepherd
FCI 1Polish Lowland Sheepdog
FCI 1Puli - White
FCI 1Puli - černý
FCI 1Puli - other colours
FCI 1Pumi - white
FCI 1Pumi - black
FCI 1Pumi - fawn
FCI 1Pumi - Grey
FCI 1Long-haired Pyrenean Sheepdog
FCI 1Pyrenean Sheepdog - Smooth Faced
FCI 1Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Dog
FCI 1Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog
FCI 1Saarloos Wolfhond
FCI 1Shetland Sheepdog
FCI 1Slovakian Chuvach
FCI 1Schipperke
FCI 1Welsh Corgi (Cardigan)
FCI 1Welsh Corgi (Pembroke)
FCI 1FCI 2 — Pinschers, schnauzers, molossoid and Swiss mountain dogs
74Atlas Mountain Dog (Aidi)
FCI 2Bulldog
FCI 2Mastiff
FCI 2Appenzell Cattle Dog
FCI 2Dogo Argentino
FCI 2Bernese Mountain Dog
FCI 2Dogue de Bordeaux
FCI 2Fila Brasileiro
FCI 2Brazilian Campeiro Bulldog
FCI 2Bullmastiff
FCI 2Castro Laboreiro Dog
FCI 2Cimarrón Uruguayo
FCI 2Broholmer
FCI 2Danish-Swedish Farmdog
FCI 2Dobrman - černý s pálením
FCI 2Dobrman - hnědý s pálením
FCI 2Entlebuch Cattle Dog
FCI 2Estrela Mountain Dog Long Haired
FCI 2Estrela Mountain Dog Smooth Haired
FCI 2Dutch Smoushond
FCI 2Hovawart černý, černý s pálením, plavý
FCI 2Saint Miguel Cattle Dog
FCI 2Italian Cane Corso
FCI 2Presa Canario
FCI 2Kangal Shepherd Dog
FCI 2Caucasian Shepherd Dog
FCI 2Miniature Schnauzer, white
FCI 2Miniature Schnauzer, black and silver
FCI 2Miniature Schnauzer, black
FCI 2Miniature Schnauzer, pepper and salt
FCI 2Schnauzer, Black
FCI 2Schnauzer, Pepper and Salt
FCI 2Schnauzer, Giant, Black & Silver
FCI 2Schnauzer, Giant, Black
FCI 2Schnauzer, Giant, Pepper and Salt
FCI 2Continental Bulldog
FCI 2Karst Shepherd Dog
FCI 2Landseer (European Continental Type)
FCI 2Leonberger
FCI 2Majorca Mastiff
FCI 2Neapolitan Mastiff
FCI 2Great Dane, Black
FCI 2Německá doga - černobíle skvrnitá
FCI 2Německá doga - černošedě skvrnitá
FCI 2Great Dane, Blue
FCI 2Great Dane, Brindle
FCI 2Great Dane, Fawn
FCI 2Německý boxer - zlatý
FCI 2Německý boxer - žíhaný
FCI 2Německý pinč - černý s pálením
FCI 2Německý pinč - červenohnědý
FCI 2Newfoundland
FCI 2Affenpinscher
FCI 2Pyrenean Mountain Dog
FCI 2Pyrenean Mastiff
FCI 2Rafeiro of Alentejo
FCI 2Austrian Pinscher
FCI 2Rottweiler
FCI 2Romanian Raven Shepherd Dog
FCI 2Romanian Bucovina Shepherd
FCI 2Russian Black Terrier
FCI 2Shar Pei
FCI 2Central Asia Shepherd Dog
FCI 2Svatobernardský pes - dlouhosrstý
FCI 2Svatobernardský pes - krátkosrstý
FCI 2Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog - Sharplanina
FCI 2Spanish Mastiff
FCI 2Tibetan Mastiff
FCI 2Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog
FCI 2Tosa
FCI 2Transmontano Mastiff
FCI 2Trpasličí pinč - černý s pálením
FCI 2Trpasličí pinč - červenohnědý
FCI 2Great Swiss Mountain Dog
FCI 2FCI 3 — Terriers
36Airedale Terrier
FCI 3American Staffordshire Terrier
FCI 3Andalusian Terrier, Sherry Terrier
FCI 3English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan)
FCI 3Australian Silky Terrier
FCI 3Australian Terrier
FCI 3Bedlington Terrier
FCI 3Border Terrier
FCI 3Brazilian Terrier
FCI 3Bull Terrier
FCI 3Cairn Terrier
FCI 3Czech Terrier
FCI 3Dandie Dinmont Terrier
FCI 3Fox Terrier (Wire)
FCI 3Fox Terrier (Smooth)
FCI 3Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier
FCI 3Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
FCI 3Irish Terrier
FCI 3Jack Russell Terrier
FCI 3Japanese Terrier
FCI 3Kerry Blue Terrier
FCI 3Lakeland Terrier
FCI 3Manchester Terrier
FCI 3Miniature Bull Terrier
FCI 3German Hunting Terrier
FCI 3Norfolk Terrier
FCI 3Norwich Terrier
FCI 3Parson Russell Terrier
FCI 3Sealyham Terrier
FCI 3Scottish Terrier
FCI 3Skye Terrier
FCI 3Staffordshire Bull Terrier
FCI 3Valencian Terrier
FCI 3Welsh Terrier
FCI 3West Highland White Terrier
FCI 3Yorkshire Terrier
FCI 3FCI 4 — Dachshunds
9Dachshund, Rabbit, Long-haired
FCI 4Dachshund, Rabbit, Wire-haired
FCI 4Rabbit Dachshund, Smooth-haired
FCI 4Dachshund, Standard, Long-haired
FCI 4Standard Dachshund, Wire-haired
FCI 4Standard Dachshund, Smooth-haired
FCI 4Dachshund, Miniature, Long-haired
FCI 4Miniature Dachshund, Wire-haired
FCI 4Dachshund, Miniature, Smooth-haired
FCI 4FCI 5 — Spitz and primitive types
67Akita
FCI 5Alaskan Malamute
FCI 5American Akita
FCI 5Basenji
FCI 5Eurasian
FCI 5Pharaoh Hound
FCI 5Finnish Spitz
FCI 5Greenland Dog
FCI 5Hokkaido
FCI 5Chow chow - black and blue
FCI 5Chow-chow red and other
FCI 5Ibizan Podenco
FCI 5Icelandic Sheepdog
FCI 5Italian Volpino
FCI 5Yakutian Laika
FCI 5Japanese Spitz
FCI 5Kai
FCI 5Canaan Dog
FCI 5Canadian Eskimo Dog
FCI 5Canarian Warren Hound
FCI 5Karelian Bear Dog
FCI 5Kintamani-Bali Dog
FCI 5Kishu
FCI 5Korea Jindo Dog
FCI 5Finnish Lapponian Dog
FCI 5Lapponian Herder
FCI 5Mexický naháč - malý
FCI 5Xoloitzcuintle, Standard
FCI 5Mexický naháč - střední
FCI 5Německý špic malý - bílý
FCI 5Miniature Spitz (Kleinspitz), black and brown
FCI 5Miniature Spitz (Kleinspitz), other colours
FCI 5Německý špic střední - bílý
FCI 5Medium Size Spitz (Mittelspitz), black and brown
FCI 5Německý špic střední - ostatní barvy
FCI 5Pomeranian
FCI 5Německý špic velký - bílý
FCI 5Giant Spitz (Grosspitz), black and brown
FCI 5Keeshond (Wolfspitz)
FCI 5Norrbottenspitz
FCI 5Norwegian Buhund
FCI 5Norwegian Elkhound Black
FCI 5Norwegian Elkhound Grey
FCI 5Norwegian Lundehund
FCI 5Peruánský naháč - malý
FCI 5Peruvian Hairless Dog, Medium
FCI 5Peruánský naháč - velký
FCI 5Podengo Portugues - Miniature long- and wire-haired
FCI 5Podengo Portugues - Miniature Smooth- and short-haired
FCI 5Podengo Portugues - Medium Smooth- and short-haired
FCI 5Portugalský podengo - střední hrubosrstý
FCI 5Podengo Portugues - Large Smooth- and short-haired
FCI 5Portugalský podengo - velký hrubosrstý
FCI 5Russian-European Laika
FCI 5Samoyed
FCI 5Shiba
FCI 5Shikoku
FCI 5Siberian Husky
FCI 5Cirneco dell'Etna
FCI 5Swedish Lapphund
FCI 5Jämthund
FCI 5Swedish Vallhund
FCI 5Taiwan Dog
FCI 5Thai Bangkaew Dog
FCI 5Thai Ridgeback Dog
FCI 5East Siberian Laika
FCI 5West Siberian Laika
FCI 5FCI 6 — Scent hounds and related breeds
80Alpine Dachsbracke
FCI 6American Foxhound
FCI 6Medium-Sized Anglo-French Hound
FCI 6Ariegeois
FCI 6Norman Artesien Basset
FCI 6Artois Hound
FCI 6Basset Hound
FCI 6Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
FCI 6Beagle
FCI 6Beagle Harrier
FCI 6Billy
FCI 6Black and Tan Coonhound
FCI 6Bloodhound
FCI 6Bosnian Broken-Haired Hound - called Barak
FCI 6Montenegrin Mountain Hound
FCI 6Dalmatian
FCI 6Drever
FCI 6Norwegian Hound
FCI 6Estonian Hound
FCI 6Finnish Hound
FCI 6English Foxhound
FCI 6French White & Black Hound
FCI 6French White and Orange Hound
FCI 6French Tricolour Hound
FCI 6Halden Hound
FCI 6Hamiltonstövare
FCI 6Hanoverian Scent Hound
FCI 6Harrier
FCI 6Blue Gascony Griffon
FCI 6Hygen Hound
FCI 6Istrian Wire-Haired Hound
FCI 6Istrian Short-Haired Hound
FCI 6Italian Rough-Haired Segugio
FCI 6Italian Short-Haired Segugio
FCI 6Malý gaskoňsko-saintgeoisský honič
FCI 6Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
FCI 6Small Blue Gascony
FCI 6Segugio Maremmano
FCI 6Blue Gascony Basset
FCI 6German Hound
FCI 6Griffon Nivernais
FCI 6Otterhound
FCI 6Basset Fauve de Bretagne
FCI 6Fawn Brittany Griffon
FCI 6Poitevin
FCI 6Polish Hunting Dog
FCI 6Polish Hound
FCI 6Porcelaine
FCI 6Posavatz Hound
FCI 6Austrian Black and Tan Hound
FCI 6Rhodesian Ridgeback
FCI 6Hellenic Hound
FCI 6Sabueso Fino Colombiano
FCI 6Hungarian Hound - Transylvanian Scent Hound
FCI 6Schillerstövare
FCI 6Slovakian Hound
FCI 6Smålandsstövare
FCI 6Serbian Hound
FCI 6Serbian Tricolour Hound
FCI 6Spanish Hound
FCI 6Coarse-Haired Styrian Hound
FCI 6Bernese Hound
FCI 6Jura Hound
FCI 6Lucerne Hound
FCI 6Schwyz Hound
FCI 6Small Bernese Hound
FCI 6Small Jura Hound
FCI 6Small Lucerne Hound
FCI 6Small Schwyz Hound
FCI 6Tatra Hound
FCI 6Tyrolean Hound
FCI 6Great Anglo-French White and Black Hound
FCI 6Great Anglo-French White & Orange Hound
FCI 6Great Anglo-French Tricolour Hound
FCI 6Velký gaskoňsko-saintongeoisský honič
FCI 6Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen
FCI 6Great Gascony Blue
FCI 6Grand Griffon Vendeen
FCI 6Briquet Griffon Vendeen
FCI 6Westphalian Dachsbracke
FCI 6FCI 7 — Pointing dogs
40English Setter
FCI 7Ariege Pointing Dog
FCI 7Auvergne Pointer
FCI 7Bourbonnais Pointing Dog
FCI 7Epagneul Breton - White-orange
FCI 7Epagneul Breton - Other colours
FCI 7Burgos Pointing Dog
FCI 7Bohemian Wire-Haired Pointing Griffon
FCI 7Old Danish Pointing Dog
FCI 7Pont-Audemer Spaniel
FCI 7Drentsche Partridge Dog
FCI 7French Spaniel
FCI 7French Pointing Dog - Gascogne Type
FCI 7French Pointing Dog - Pyrenean Type
FCI 7Stabijhoun
FCI 7Gordon Setter
FCI 7Irish Red and White Setter
FCI 7Irish Red Setter
FCI 7Bracco Italiano - Chestnut roan
FCI 7Italský ohař - oranžový bělouš
FCI 7Spinone italiano - white-orange
FCI 7Italský spinone - hnědý bělouš
FCI 7Wire-Haired Pointing Griffon Korthals
FCI 7Hungarian Wire-Haired Pointer
FCI 7Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla)
FCI 7Kleiner Münsterländer
FCI 7Blue Picardy Spaniel
FCI 7Deutsch Langhaar
FCI 7German Wirehaired Pointer
FCI 7German Shorthaired Pointing Dog
FCI 7Deutsch Stichelhaar
FCI 7Picardy Spaniel
FCI 7English Pointer
FCI 7Portuguese Pointing Dog
FCI 7Pudelpointer
FCI 7Saint Germain Pointer
FCI 7Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer
FCI 7Large Munsterlander
FCI 7Výmarský ohař - dlouhosrstý
FCI 7Výmarský ohař - krátkosrstý
FCI 7FCI 8 — Retrievers, flushing dogs and water dogs
26American Cocker Spaniel Black and Black&Tan
FCI 8American Cocker Spaniel other unicolour
FCI 8American Cocker Spaniel particolour
FCI 8American Water Spaniel
FCI 8English Cocker Spaniel Black and Black&Tan
FCI 8English Cocker Spaniel other unicolour
FCI 8English Cocker Spaniel other colours
FCI 8English Springer Spaniel
FCI 8French Water Dog
FCI 8Clumber Spaniel
FCI 8Curly Coated Retriever
FCI 8Field Spaniel
FCI 8Flat Coated Retriever
FCI 8Chesapeake Bay Retriever
FCI 8Irish Water Spaniel
FCI 8Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
FCI 8Labrador Retriever
FCI 8Romagna Water Dog
FCI 8German Spaniel
FCI 8Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
FCI 8Portuguese Water Dog
FCI 8Sussex Spaniel
FCI 8Spanish Water Dog
FCI 8Welsh Springer Spaniel
FCI 8Wetterhoun
FCI 8Golden Retriever
FCI 8FCI 9 — Companion and toy dogs
61Griffon Belge
FCI 9Bichon Frise
FCI 9Bolognese
FCI 9Boston Terrier
FCI 9Petit Brabançon
FCI 9Griffon Bruxellois
FCI 9Coton de Tulear
FCI 9Chinese crested dog - hairless
FCI 9Chinese crested dog - powder puff
FCI 9Čivava - dlouhosrstá
FCI 9Čivava - krátkosrstá
FCI 9French Bulldog
FCI 9Havanese
FCI 9Japanese Chin
FCI 9Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - blenheim
FCI 9Kavalír king charles španěl - černý s pálením
FCI 9Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - ruby
FCI 9Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - tricolor
FCI 9King Charles Spaniel
FCI 9Kromfohrländer
FCI 9Lhasa Apso
FCI 9Little Lion Dog
FCI 9Maltese
FCI 9Malý kontinentální španěl - Papillon do 2,5kg
FCI 9Malý kontinentální španěl - Papillon nad 2,5kg
FCI 9Malý kontinentální španěl - Phaléne do 2,5kg
FCI 9Malý kontinentální španěl - Phaléne nad 2,5kg
FCI 9Pug - fawn/silver/apricot
FCI 9Pug - black
FCI 9Pekingese
FCI 9Pražský krysařík - černý s pálením
FCI 9Pražský krysařík - ostatní barvy
FCI 9Pudl střední - bílý
FCI 9Pudl střední - černý
FCI 9Pudl střední - hnědý
FCI 9Pudl střední - ostatní barvy
FCI 9Pudl střední - stříbrný
FCI 9Pudl střední plavá-červená
FCI 9Pudl toy - bílý
FCI 9Pudl toy - černý
FCI 9Pudl toy - hnědý
FCI 9Pudl toy - ostatní barvy
FCI 9Pudl toy - plavá-červená
FCI 9Pudl toy - stříbrný
FCI 9Pudl trpasličí - bílý
FCI 9Pudl trpasličí - černý
FCI 9Pudl trpasličí - hnědý
FCI 9Pudl trpasličí - ostatní barvy
FCI 9Pudl trpasličí - stříbrný
FCI 9Pudl trpasličí plavá-červená
FCI 9Pudl velký - bílý
FCI 9Pudl velký - černý
FCI 9Pudl velký - hnědý
FCI 9Pudl velký - ostatní barvy
FCI 9Pudl velký - stříbrný
FCI 9Pudl velký plavá-červená
FCI 9Russkiy Toy - long haired
FCI 9Russkiy Toy - smooth
FCI 9Shih Tzu
FCI 9Tibetan Spaniel
FCI 9Tibetan Terrier
FCI 9FCI 10 — Sighthounds
15Afghan Hound
FCI 10Greyhound
FCI 10Azawakh
FCI 10Borzoi - Russian Hunting Sighthound
FCI 10Deerhound
FCI 10Irish Wolfhound
FCI 10Italian Sighthound
FCI 10Kazakh Tazy
FCI 10Hungarian Greyhound
FCI 10Polish Greyhound
FCI 10Saluki - Short-haired
FCI 10Saluki - Fringed
FCI 10Sloughi
FCI 10Spanish Greyhound
FCI 10Whippet
FCI 10NON-FCI
22American Hairless Terrier
NON-FCIAmerican Bulldog
NON-FCIBiewer Terrier
NON-FCIBoerboel
NON-FCICzech Mountain Dog
NON-FCICzech Spotted Dog
NON-FCIIllyrian Shepherd
NON-FCISilken Windsprite
NON-FCIChongqing Dog
NON-FCIChortaja borzaja
NON-FCILouisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog
NON-FCISmall Međimurje Dog
NON-FCIMarkiesje
NON-FCIMoscow Watch Dog
NON-FCIOdis
NON-FCIPatterdale Terrier
NON-FCIPlott Hound
NON-FCIPolish Hunting Spaniel
NON-FCIRedbone Coonhound
NON-FCIRussian Coloured Bichon
NON-FCIToy Fox Terrier
NON-FCIEast European Shepherd
NON-FCI
Aneta Dopierała
Poland
Breeds and varieties: 32
Biography
Dogs have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, shaping both my personal journey and professional career. What began as a childhood passion evolved into a lifelong dedication — leading me from professional grooming and a degree in Animal Science (Zootechnics) to the prestigious role of an international cynological judge. Today, judging in the ring is the perfect culmination of this lifelong path.
Now I'm currently licensed to judge : Group 1 (excluding GS ), Group 2 (Pinschers and Schnauzers ), Group 3, Group 4, Group 8, Group 9 and JH.
When judging, while strict adherence to the breed standard is paramount, I place particular emphasis on movement, temperament, and overall presentation. With my background in professional grooming, I deeply appreciate a well-prepared coat and flawless presentation in the ring.
Judging at dog shows is my greatest passion. I view every assignment as a valuable experience that beautifully combines the joy of working with dogs with the opportunity to meet fellow enthusiasts from around the world. My absolute favorite classes to judge are Puppies and Veterans — it is always incredibly moving to see dogs just beginning their show journey, as well as the seasoned veterans gracefully concluding theirs.
To put it simply: I love dogs and I enjoy people, which makes every judging appointment a pure pleasure. I am always open to new judging invitations and look forward to participating in dog shows worldwide.
I am especially looking forward to judging in beautiful Prague, which is one of my absolute favorite city -:)
Assigned breeds
Dainora Sudeikiene
Lithuania
Breeds and varieties: 61
Biography
Since childhood, there were dogs at home, mixed breeds, but beloved. There weren’t many shows, but I always attended them and always wanted to have a show dog. While still at school, I saw a black Great Dane and realized that this was my dog. I bought my first Great Dane from Russia in 1979. My kennel “Armada” was registered in 1995. Since 1997, I have been a Great Dane judge. I have judged at shows in almost all European countries. I fulfilled my dreams – I judged Great Danes in the breed’s homeland in Germany, at the World Dog Show, EuDDC, and in 2025 I became a judge of all breeds. I have been loyal to the Great Dane breed for over 40 years. Judging many breeds helps me understand my beloved breed even better, which will remain with me forever.
Assigned breeds
Dana Marcela Garcia Tice
Mexico
Breeds and varieties: 17
Biography
With over 40 years of experience in the show ring, I began as a junior handler and later exhibited my father's Alaskan Malamutes. I won my first Best in Show at age 17 and have owned and exhibited multiple Mexican and International Champion Alaskan Malamutes and Dachshunds, earning Best of Group and Dog of the Year titles in Mexico. I also showed Standard Smooth-Haired Dachshunds, taking first place in Group 4 for ten consecutive years. I have 10 years of experience as a judge, officiating at various clubs in my home country and abroad—including in Canada, the United States, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Australia, Japan, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Colombia, and Honduras. I have judged the Canadian National Chow Chow Specialty and a Shiba Inu specialty show.
Assigned breeds
Darko Spasić
Serbia
Breeds and varieties: 37
Biography
I was born in 2000 in Serbia, into a family that was very animal-oriented. I grew up surrounded by dogs since childhood and my first show dogs were Cocker Spaniels. In 2013 my family bought their first poodle, and it’s all history since then. In 2015 I bred my first litter of poodles and had to wait until I was 18 to register my own kennel. Aristo Line Kennel was registered in 2018 and despite very limited breeding I have bred over a dozen champions on 3 continents. I breed silver dwarf/medium and black medium poodles. Dogs have become a very important part of my life – they are more than just a hobby for me.
In 2020 I successfully passed my first exams to become national judge, and currently I am international judge for FCI group VIII and IX.
Assigned breeds
Frank Kane
United Kingdom
Breeds and varieties: 18
Biography
Bred Cocker Spaniels, American Cocker Spaniels, Sealyham terriers, starting as a schoolboy.He first judged at a championship show in 1974 and is approved to judge all breeds and Best in Show in the UK. He judged Best in Show at Crufts in 2012 and has judged in many countries.For many years he was chairman of the Breed Standard committee for the Kennel Club and chairman of the Dog Health Committee..He is a journalist for the dog press and a television commentator at Crufts.His book "judging the Gundog Breeds" has been a best seller and is used in many countries for training gundog judges
Assigned breeds
Gerardo Alejandro Paolucci
Argentina
Breeds and varieties: 36
Biography
Professional Profile
FCA and FCI All-Rounder Judge (Class 2004) and AKC-approved Foreign All-Breeds Judge (License: 46499). Bringing over 50 years of uninterrupted experience in the canine world as a breeder, exhibitor, handler, and groomer, with over 280 championships attained. Extensive leadership background within the Federación Cinológica Argentina (FCA), including 7 years as President of the FCA Judges' Board and FCI Judge's Commission Vice President (2023). Proven expertise in animal welfare and responsible pet ownership programs. A recognized international mentor and lecturer in cynology and grooming.
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Key Professional Experience & Achievements
• Vice President, FCI Judge's Commission (2023 –2024)
• President, FCA Judges' Board (2015 – 2022)
o Updated and edited the "Cynological Manual" (2018) and the "General Cynology Course" (CN1), developing new chapters and an online format that expanded its reach nationally and internationally.
o Served as a member of the examining committee for prospective FCA judges.
• Animal Welfare Consultant and CEO, Responsible Pet Ownership Programs (National Government, 2013 – 2018)
• FCA & FCI All-Rounder Judge (Since 2004)
o AKC-approved Foreign All-Breeds Judge for all groups and BIS (License: 46499).
o Has judged across all continents, including prestigious events such as:
European Dog Show, Paris, France 2022 (Dogo Argentino, Giant Schnauzers, American Cocker).
World Dog Show, São Paulo, Brazil (Miniature Schnauzers: Salt & Pepper, Black, Black & Silver, White – elected by breeders' vote).
World Dog Show, Geneva, Switzerland 2023 (Miniature Schnauzers Black & Silver); Royal Melbourne 2023; Philippines Circuit Show 2024.
Judged the "1st FCI World Dog Grooming Contest", Brazil 2022.
Judged the “1st FCI Las americas y el Caribe Groming Contest, 2025
His original biography listed a planned judging appointment at the World Dog Show 2024 in Zagreb, Croatia.
o Specialist Judge for Sporting breeds (Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, all Setters), Afghans, Schnauzers (Miniature, Standard & Giant), Bearded Collies, OES, Neapolitan Mastiff, Rottweilers, and Chihuahuas.
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o FCI & FCA International Grooming Judge.
• Breeder, Exhibitor, Handler / Groomer (With over 50 years of experience, achieving over 280 championships).
o Miniature Schnauzer Breeder ("B.I.S."):
10 times #1 Schnauzer of the Year (all breeds & varieties) SCH.C Arg.
6 times Challenger Cup Winner Best Schnauzer (all breeds and varieties).
20 times #1 Miniature Schnauzer Salt & Pepper across all systems.
5 years #1 Miniature Schnauzer Black across all systems.
2005 World Dog Show BOS.
2018 BOB & 1 Award of Merit Westminster Kennel Club with his own bred dogs, GrCh BIS SP NAZARETH and GrCh BIS SP MALIK.
Judge for all Schnauzer breeds since 1993.
o Old English Sheepdog Breeder & Handler:
Top Dog ALL BREEDS 4 times in 2 countries with different dogs.
Achieved WDS Group One and placements.
Multiple World Winner champions with different dogs.
Over 20 champions, including American Champions and Group 1st winners in the USA.
o Cairn Terrier Breeder:
Top Dog All Breeds 2015 with over 40 BIS (Best in Show) in various countries.
World Dog Show Jr BOB.
Finished an American Champion in 2024.
Judged Cairns at WDS Geneva and Specialty shows in Canada.
o Irish Setter Breeder:
Top Breeder for 10 years in his first breed, with numerous Champions and Top-winning dogs (World Champions, Am Ch, etc.).
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Education & Training
• Group Judge Seminars (FCA and FCI): Approved according to regulations.
• General Cynology Seminars (FCA): Active lecturer on numerous occasions.
• Key International Seminars (e.g., AKC Advanced Institute, Breed Study Forums): Participation in events on Old English Sheepdog, Herding Breeds, Sporting Breeds, Dachshund, Portuguese Water Dog, Newfoundland, Bullmastiff, Doberman, Akita, Komondor, Alaskan Malamute, Brittany, Spinone Italiano, Vizsla, Pug, American Eskimo, Finnish Spitz, and others, including AKC webinars during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Lecturing & Mentorship
• National and International Congresses & Seminars:
o SICALAM Congress 2002 (Uruguay), 2003 (Argentina), Honduras 2018.
o WORLD JUDGES CONGRESS ACAPULCO MEXICO 2018.
o JUDGES CONGRESS BRASIL 2020 (Online).
o Numerous Webinars during the pandemic.
o “Grooming topics at conformation shows” at the World Dog Judges Congress, Brazil 2022.
• Courses & Workshops:
o Updated the "Cynological Manual" (2018) and developed the "General Cynology Course" (CN1) with 16 online units.
o Seminars for prospective judges at the FCA and the Setter Club Argentino.
o Seminars on Schnauzer breed type and movement.
o Seminars on show grooming and grooming competitions (Giant Schnauzer Show Grooming).
o Lectures at universities (e.g., "Hunting Dogs" at the Veterinary University, "How to Judge a Dog in a Show" at the Veterinary University).
o Seminars on commercial and high-performance grooming.
o Cynology Course Argenitna, Peru, Uruguay, Chile, etc
o New Judges course and mentoring, for many breeds at Argentina and foreing
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Additional Information
• Successfully represented Argentina globally, achieving the first Best In Group in the USA.
• His dogs achieved the TOP DOG All Breeds ranking five times in Argentina and other countries, winning BIS even in the USA.
• Currently active as a Miniature Schnauzer and Cairn Terrier breeder, with his dogs ranked #1 in Argentina.
• Top Terrier Breeder 2024
• Attended and judged at shows in Finland, Sweden, USA, Canada, Brazil, Switzerland, Russia, Honduras, Colombia, Cuba, Venezuela, Mexico, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, India, Australia, New Zealand, Tasmania, South Africa, Bolivia, China, El Salvador, Panama, Paraguay,Estonia etc.
• "I consider myself a true dog person and have dedicated my entire life to the dog world with 54 years of continuous activity."
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Grzegorz Wolski
Poland
Breeds and varieties: 59
Biography
My name is Grzegorz Wolski, and since 2004 I have been breeding Chow Chows under the kennel name Shi-Kin FCI. Dogs have been my passion since childhood, and cynology has been an inseparable part of my life for over two decades.
Since the beginning of my journey in cynology, I have been particularly connected with FCI Group V, which remains the main focus of my breeding and judging interests.
I have been actively involved in the Koszalin Branch of the Polish Kennel Club (ZKwP) for 22 years, and since 2017 I have served as Chairman of the Branch Board. In this role, I am committed to the development of the organization and the preparation of national and international dog shows. I am also a member of the Main Board of the Polish Kennel Club (ZKwP).
I am qualified as an FCI International Dog Show Judge, authorized to judge breeds in FCI Groups V and X, as well as breeds not recognized by the FCI.
My fascination with the Chow Chow breed has also been reflected in my co-authorship of the book “100 Years of Chow Chows in Poland”, dedicated to the history and development of this breed in our country.
In my cynological activities, I strive to combine my breeding and judging experience with a commitment to the development of Polish cynology, continuously guided by my passion for purebred dogs.
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Hana Pisarčíková
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 2
Biography
Belgian Shepherd Dogs have been part of my life since 1990, and I have also been breeding them since 1992. I currently have four at home and co-own several others. In my breeding, I emphasise functional conformation, excellent movement and health, as well as temperaments that are suited to work while also being sociable. Dogs I have bred live in dozens of countries on four continents, including Belgium and France, and win the highest titles at shows and working competitions.
I have been a Belgian Shepherd Dog judge for more than 20 years. Australian Shepherds and Schipperkes were added to my judging breeds soon after I began. I am currently approved to judge six breeds and am training to become a group judge.
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Herdis Hallmarsdottir
Iceland
Breeds and varieties: 56
Biography
Born in Iceland, dogs and horses have always been a part of my life. My father was a horse conformation judge, and you can say that I was brought up beside him when he was judging. As well as following the family tradition of riding and breeding horses, I was the caretaker of our dogs. And there I found
my true-life passion.
I got my first Australian shepherd in 2008 and since then I have been a breeder of Australian Shepherds and Shetland sheepdogs. I am the former president of the Icelandic Kennel Club. Former chairman of the Club's Disciplinary Committee & have served on various committees. Currently on the Judges Education Committee and Legal committee. I served one term on the FCI Europe Section board, where I sought to contribute to efforts countering false information, deliberately spread that pure-bred dogs are unhealthy and that certain breeds should be banned purported animal protection ground. As a dog lover, I feel a responsibility to challenge this wrongdoing and to promote pedigree dogs under the virtue of health and welfare. Awarded the gold pin of the DKK in 2021 and honorary membership of the IKC in 2022.
I became a judge in 2014. I am now a Group 1 and Group 8 judge, and I am a candidate to become a Group 3 judge. In addition, I judge various breeds in Groups 2, 5 and 9.
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Iveta Dosedělová
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 5
Biography
Iveta Dosedělová
I have loved dogs since early childhood, and the Pekingese was always my dream breed. My dream came true when I was 13 and finally got the puppy I had longed for — a black Pekingese bitch. Over time, I gained knowledge and experience, began breeding and became actively involved in organising all-breed dog shows (from 1983), as well as in the Pekingese breed club, both as a committee member and as a regional breeding adviser. I am a member of the Pekingese breed club, the Sovereign Pekingese Association, in Great Britain.
I bred my first litter in 1984. Since then, nearly 50 Pekingese litters have been born at my Čínský démant kennel, spanning 9 generations of my own breeding. They have produced dozens of FCI International Champions, national champions of many European countries, and dogs holding World Winner and European Winner titles, from puppies and juniors through adults to veterans. The dogs have also won many other prestigious awards, including awards at the legendary Crufts show, and BIS, JBIS and VBIS at FCI all-breed shows.
In 1997, I became a Pekingese judge, later also qualifying for Japanese Chins, Griffon Belge, Griffon Bruxellois and Petit Brabançon.
In breeding and in the show ring, I emphasise health, correct construction, typical movement and good temperament.
My aim and wish is for cynology and pedigree dog breeding to continue to be viewed positively, to retain support and have a good future, and for me to be able to continue enjoying everything connected with dogs for a long time to come, and perhaps contribute to it as well.
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Jakub Kadlec
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 10
Biography
I was born in South Moravia, and my first pedigree dog, a black Petit Brabançon bitch named CIB Prima z Kompas Rose, was a gift from my parents. She came from the last litter bred by František Pěnička, the founder of modern breeding of this breed in our country. I have remained loyal to this breed ever since.
Since 1998, I have been a member of the Czech Griffons and Petit Brabançons Club (Klub chovatelů grifonků a brabantíků), where I initially served as a breeding advisor and have now held the role of show secretary for nearly two decades. In parallel, my hobby has become my profession, as I currently work for the Czech Kennel Club at the Stud Book department.
In 2010, I passed the examination to become a judge for Petit Brabançon, Griffon Belge and Griffon Bruxellois. I now judge several breeds within FCI Group IX, all of FCI Group X, as well as Junior Handling.
I have judged in Austria, Norway, Russia, Ukraine and the United Kingdom. I also had the honor of judging at the World Dog Show (2021) and European Dog Show (2025) in Brno. I am the only Czech breed specialist judge authorized to award CCs in the United Kingdom, where I had the privilege of judging the Championship Show of The Griffon Bruxellois of Scotland in 2022.
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János Ferencné Balázsovits
Hungary
Breeds and varieties: 35
Biography
I am in cynology since childhood. The first pure breed dog, rough collie I received from my parents at the age of 11 . Straightaway I got carried away dog training and shows. I became a member of regional club of dog lovers and from the age of 16 I was assistant instructor in the dog training school, later dog trainer and judge. In 1982 I finished Veterinary institute in Troick (Soviet Union) and got diploma of veterinary surgeon.
Since 1989 due to marriage I moved from Russia to Hungary . From this time I with my husband breed collie and sometime shelties in Hungary under prefix Nyitramenti . From the mid-90s to today's day collie with our prefix are in the top of World and European shows. We have 4 World winners , 11 European Winners , as well same more than 20 junior and veteran titles on the European and World dog shows . One our rough collie became first European bred rough, which was awarded ResCC title on the the Crufts.
My judge career started at the age of 21 years. At first in the DOSAAF system in the USSR , then in Hungary I was re-certified as the FCI judge. I judged many national , international and specialized dog shows in most countries of Europe and in Russia. In 2008 , 2013 I judged rough and smooth collies on the European and World dog shows in Budapest . In 2021, at the European Dog Show, also in Budapest, I judged the Smooth collies, Beauce Sheep dog, Bouvier des Flandres and Welsh Corgi Pembroke.
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Jiří Suchý
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 2
Biography
I joined a cynological organisation in 1971. A little later, I established my kennel, “Jisuko.” I have bred a large number of national and international champions. I give preference to healthy Boxers with beautiful conformation and excellent temperaments. I have been awarded the Gold Badge of Boxerklub ČR for successful breeding and the Gold Plaque of ČKS for services to the development of cynology. I successfully exhibit dogs I have bred in various European countries. So far, I have passed 48 national, international and specialised working tests. I also judge breeding suitability tests (ZTP), breed surveys (Körung) and endurance tests (AD). I have been a breeding adviser for many years. Since 1993, I have been a conformation judge for the Boxer breed and a member of the club's main committee. Since 1995, I have been chairman of the judges' panel of Boxerklub ČR. I have judged prestigious shows in various European countries. I have judged the ATIBOX World Boxer Show three times, and the C.E.B.S. Central European Boxer Show several times.
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João Vasco Poças
Portugal
Breeds and varieties: 31
Biography
Cynological Background
I began my journey in the canine world at the age of 15 as a handler of a Great Dane, and in that same year I acquired my first show dog, a brindle male Boxer. From that moment, the Boxer breed became a central focus of my cynological career. Over the years, I have developed extensive expertise in the breed, serving as President of the Boxer Club and founding additional breed clubs. I have also had the honour of judging the ATIBOX World Boxer Championship on three occasions.
One year after starting in the sport, I acquired my first Pyrenean Mountain Dog in France, followed by a female the next year, with whom I bred my first litter — and since then I have remained continuously active as a breeder. Today, I also breed Dobermanns and have produced around thirty litters with excellent results at both national and international dog shows.
I have been an international judge since 1996, and this year I proudly celebrate 30 years of judging. I am currently authorized to judge FCI Groups 2, 8, and 10, as well as several breeds from Group 9. I am also a judges’ trainer for several Group 2 breeds, have lectured on numerous occasions, and have been actively involved in the education and training of new judges.
I have judged in approximately 40 countries — including nearly all European nations, as well as the United States and Australia. Among my major appointments are four World Dog Shows (Porto, Helsinki, Paris, and Amsterdam) and several European Dog Shows (Brussels, Kiev, Celje, Stockholm).
Throughout my career, I have remained deeply committed to cynology through leadership roles, education, judging, and breed development initiatives.
João Vasco Poças
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Karel Frank
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 16
Biography
I was born in 1973 and have been involved in cynology since I was 14. At 17 I got my first Rottweiler, and I have worked intensively with this breed ever since. In addition to Rottweilers, I have owned, trained and used German Hunting Terriers, Dachshunds, German Shorthaired Pointers, Cesky Fouseks and Weimaraners for hunting. I have also owned Caucasian Shepherd Dogs, German Boxers and Moscow Watchdogs.
Since 2005 I have held the registered kennel name Terezský dvůr, where I breed only Rottweilers. I show them around the world, especially in Germany, their country of origin, and at other prestigious shows. I have won the Europasieger ADRK, Bundessieger ADRK and Auslandsieger ADRK titles several times, as well as other titles at breed-club events.
In breeding, my priorities are the dogs’ health, conformation in accordance with the standard and the breed’s characteristic temperament.
I qualified as a judge in 2019. I am now an international judge for Groups II, VII, VIII and V and for the American Bulldog, Boerboel, Brazilian Bulldog, Chihuahua, Catahoula Leopard Dog, Moscow Watchdog, French Bulldog and Prague Ratter. I have had the honour of judging at prestigious events across Europe.
For many years I served as a breeding adviser for RKČR; I am now its chairman. In 2023 I became a member of the presidium of ČMKU.
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Ladislav Frnčo
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 10
Biography
I have been involved with dogs since childhood, first training working breeds and later hunting dogs as well. For many years, I bred working-line German Shepherd Dogs. My kennel name, Z Atarova dvora, honours my most successful German Shepherd, and many dogs I have bred around the world bear this name. Over time, I also became involved in hunting and breeding Jack Russell Terriers and Small Munsterlanders. These days, I devote more of my time to judging. I am an international conformation judge for FCI Groups I, III, IV and V, and also an international judge of hunting tests. I have a Jack Russell Terrier and a Small Munsterlander, and I spend all my free time outdoors with them.
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Lenka Fairaislová
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 11
Biography
My first dog was a Miniature Schnauzer, and from around the age of twelve I was mainly involved with Schnauzers. I worked as a scribe at breeding assessments and dog shows, and later as a breeding advisor. When I reached adulthood, Dachshunds entered my life, and I have remained devoted to them ever since. In addition to Dachshunds, I also judge FCI Groups II and VI. I have judged in many European countries. I have written two books about Dachshunds and occasionally contribute to canine magazines.
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Lenka Folget Klímová
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 5
Biography
Dogs have been part of my life since early childhood. My first pedigree dog of my own was a Briard, followed by a Skye Terrier and, after two years of experience abroad at a kennel breeding Bearded Collies and Old English Sheepdogs, a Bearded Collie.
In 1995, I established my KIAORA kennel. I bred my first Skye Terrier litter in 1997 and my first Bearded Collie litter in 2003. I have successfully shown my dogs in most European countries. I have bred dozens of champions of both breeds. Many are international champions and multiple champions in various countries, including their country of origin, Great Britain.
I have been a judge since 2012, initially for Bearded Collies and now for the whole of FCI Group 1. I am continuing my education in FCI Group 3, the terriers.
The Royal Kennel Club in Great Britain has granted me A1 breed specialist judge status for Bearded Collies, with permission to award Challenge Certificates.
Outside the Czech Republic, I have judged in several European countries — Finland, Norway, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands and the breed’s country of origin, Great Britain — as well as at a specialty show in Canada and in Israel.
For more than fifteen years, I have been chairwoman of the Czech Bearded Collie breeders’ club, Klub chovatelů bearded collií z.s.
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Lenka Frnčová
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 52
Biography
I have been breeding and training hunting dogs since I was 21. My first breed was the Slovakian Hound, soon followed by the Beagle, which has remained part of my life ever since. Pomeranians were also my companions for many years. My kennel is called WEINLINIE, formerly Blýskavica, after a gamekeeper's lodge in the Javorie mountains in Slovakia, where I lived for eleven years. My breeding focuses on quality conformation, and I give preference exclusively to healthy dogs in my breeding programme. I am a founding member of the Beagle Club of the Czech Republic. These days, I devote more time to conformation judging and have judged in 24 countries worldwide. On 24 June 2025, the ČMKU appointed me an all-breed judge. I also judge hunting dogs' working performance and take part in hunting. My husband Ladislav and I currently have a small pack of Beagles, Jack Russell Terriers and a Small Munsterlander, to whom we devote all our free time.
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Maria Grazia Miglietta
Italy
Breeds and varieties: 59
Biography
She has been a judge since 2001. She judges Groups 4, 5 and 10, some breeds in Group 8, as well as the Neapolitan Mastiff, Cane Corso and Italian Mountain Dog. She breeds Siberian Huskies. She was a member of the Italian club for northern breeds and president of its Siberian Husky section (SESHI) and Akita section (SAKI). After organising the JKC European meeting for Japanese breeds in 2012, she was elected to the committee of WUAC (World Union of Akita Clubs). She developed a canine education programme for children called “Di te mi fido”. She has written articles about northern breeds and prepared presentations for judges’ education.
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Martin Manák
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 3
Biography
Dogs have been part of my life since early childhood, although no one in my family was actively involved in the dog world. My parents always supported my interest, and together we attended many shows in Slovakia, where I come from.
Through these experiences, I formed many valuable friendships with experienced breeders of various breeds, especially Swiss Mountain Dogs. These breeds gradually became my greatest canine passion.
At eighteen, I acquired my first Swiss Mountain Dog, an Appenzeller. With him, I gained my first show experience, including both significant successes and valuable lessons from setbacks. Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs later joined our pack, and I continue to be deeply involved in breeding them today.
A major milestone came in 2016, when the first litter of Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs was born in our kennel. Since then, I have worked systematically on breeding and further developing this breed. Over the years, I have imported several dogs for my breeding programme from various European countries and the United States.
In 2023, I successfully passed the examination to become a conformation judge for the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Since then, I have had the honour of judging numerous club and specialty shows, breeding assessments, and national and international shows in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
I continually expand my expertise through further education. As a result, I am now authorised to judge a number of breeds in FCI Group II.
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Martina Kučerová
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 81
Biography
Since childhood, I have loved all animals, especially horses and dogs. I was fortunate enough to get my first dog as an adult, in 1991. It was a Great Dane, who marked the beginning of my involvement in the dog world and led to the establishment of my kennel, Dolanský dvůr. This launched my showing and breeding career. In the following years, I also acquired Shar Pei. With my dogs, I attended many shows in the Czech Republic and abroad and met many lovely people.
I am a long-standing member of the Czech Great Dane Club, where I also served on the audit committee.
I became a judge for Great Danes in 2010 and have gradually extended my qualifications to other breeds. I am currently a judge for FCI Groups II, VI and X.
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Michael Wirth
Germany
Breeds and varieties: 8
Biography
Dogs have been part of my life since my earliest years. As a young man, I became passionate about sled dog sports and competed successfully with Siberian Huskies. Since 1999, I have held the FCI-protected kennel name “of Dirty Booties”. Under this name, my wife Lorraine and I now breed Rough Collies and, more recently, Welsh Corgi Pembrokes. British herding breeds are our great love.
I am delighted to have the opportunity to judge in Prague and look forward to meeting friendly exhibitors and seeing beautiful dogs.
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Miroslav Václavík
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 16
Biography
Miroslav Václavík
My beginnings in cynology date back to the mid-1970s with Great Danes.
I have bred more than sixty litters, mainly Great Danes, but also English Bulldogs and Chow Chows.
I gradually became a judge and, in 2006, was appointed an all-breeds judge.
I judge at all types of shows, both in the Czech Republic and abroad. I have had the honour of judging at several World and European Dog Shows.
I have been chairman of the Great Dane breeders’ club for twenty-two years. Since 2007, I have been vice-chairman of ČMKU and chairman of its judges’ board.
I no longer breed dogs, but still devote most of my free time to cynology. Motorcycling is another way for me to relax.
My motto is: “May cynology remain simply a hobby for everyone.”
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Nico Kersten
Germany
Breeds and varieties: 56
Biography
My name is Nico Kersten.
I grew up with German Shepherds and Dachshunds, as my parents have been breeding these beautiful breeds for over 50 years. I have trained and exhibited our dogs myself with great success.
Due to my passion for dogs, I began my training as a specialist judge in 2010 and have been a VDH judge since 2012.
I am now a specialist judge for over 30 breeds in various FCI groups and a group judge for the entire FCI Groups 1 and 4.
Since then, I have judged in many countries, including Australia, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Czechia, Poland, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Italy, Belgium and the Netherlands.
I am very much looking forward to judging at the CACIB show in Prague on 4–6 December 2026 and wish all participants a great event.
Kind regards,
Nico Kersten
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Nicole Kubli
Switzerland
Breeds and varieties: 45
Biography
Born into a Dachshund and English Pointer family, I have been showing dogs at exhibitions and participating in hunting tests since childhood. Since 1985, I have been judging both conformation shows and hunting tests.
It has been a great pleasure and privilege to judge dogs throughout Europe over the past 30 years. I have also had the great honour of judging at three World Dog Shows.
In addition to my long-standing experience with Dachshunds in Group 4, I have also had the opportunity to judge Pointing Dogs in Group 7. This has given me the opportunity to broaden my experience and deepen my appreciation of these versatile hunting breeds.
It is a great honour for me to judge at a dog show in Prague. I am looking forward to contributing to this important event and to meeting exhibitors, breeders and fellow judges.
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Paolo Tartaro
Italy
Breeds and varieties: 16
Biography
CV Paolo Tartaro
He was born and lives in Rome.
Breeder member of the E.N.C.I (Italian Kennel Club), at present he breeds Chihuahuas, Japan Chin, Griffon Belge and Bruxellois & with the "Di Rio Galeria" kennel name.
Land surveyor, specialized in the livestock branch, his "canine" journey starts in 1988 breeding Yorkshire Terriers; in the following years he expands his breeding experience with one of our Italian breeds: the Maltese and even Russian Toy and Griffon Bruxellois.
He has been breeding Chihuahuas since 1995.
He has bred World Champions, European Champions, International Champions and dogs bred by him have titled in many European and overseas countries. From 2001, he is a founding member of the Kennel Club Colosseo (Roman canine association in charge of the international dog show in Rome).
He is a member of the C.C.C. (Club Cani Compagnia, the E.N.C.I. approved club for group IX which includes breeds from both Toy and Utility/Non Sporting groups) since 2008 as well as being a member of the Breeding Technical Committee, since 2008 he has been Vice President of the Italian Yorkshire Terrier Society ( SIAYT) he's also been a member of the E.N.C.I.'s Breeding Committee and E.N.C.I. & Italian Breeds Committee ENCI.
He is the author of books about the chihuahua breed, as well as author of technical articles about Chihuahuas, Russian Toys and Griffons written for their breed clubs, for the Italian Kennel Club and for specialized breed magazines.
E.N.C.I. Expert Judge from 2012, ENCI Judging Coach for several breeds: Chihuahua, Yorkshire Terrier, Belgian Griffon, Griffon Bruxellois and Petit Brabancon.
He has judged in: Word Winner, Italy, Iceland, Sweden, Finland, Norway, France, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia Republic, Serbia, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Romania, Russia, Ukraine, Latvia, Lithuania, Belarus, Montenegro, Argentine, Brazil & Australia.
F.C.I. International Judge Dogs Shows
• FCI Group 1: German Shepherd Dog, Australian Shepherd, Australian Cattle Dog, Collie
(Rough), Shetland Sheepdog Bearded Collie, Border Collie, Old English Sheepdog,
Welsh Corgi Cardigan, Welsh Corgi Pembroke, Briard, Bouvier des Flandres
White Swiss Shepherd Dog, Belgian Shepherd Dog, sheep Dog Beauce,
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog , Maremma Sheep Dog & Bergamasco Shepherd Dog.
• F.C.I. - Group 2 : Dobermann, Riesenschnauzer, Schnauzer , Zwergschnauzer & Zwergpinscher.
• FCI Group 3 : Yorkshire Terrier
• F.C.I Group 4: All Breeds
• FCI Group 5 : All Breeds
• F.C.I. Group 9: All Breeds
FCI MAIN RING: Best in Show Juniores ( 6 -9 months) - Best in Show Young, ( 9- 18 months) - Best Veterans - Best Couples - Best breeders group - Best of groups : 4 - 5 - 9.
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Sonny Ström
Sweden
Breeds and varieties: 64
Biography
My name is Sonny Ström, I am 69 year and retired from work since a couple of years. I was brougt up with German Shepherd and Dachshund as young, that made me very interested in dogs. Eventually I became older and had my first own dog, a Belgian Shepherd, when I was around 22-23 year. Dogs took me into working, show, breeding, club work in boards, committees and eventually into judging at inofficiell shows. Some years later I applied and was approved to the judge education, I was authorized at my first breed (Belgian Shepherds) in August 1997. Thrue the years I have been educated myself on new breeds and groups, so today group allrounder for group 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 also most breeds in group 7, several breeds in group 3, 9, 10 and some ongoing education on breeds in group 8. Judging have taken me around the worl, almost all of Europe, USA and Australia, actually been several times in Czech Republic, first time back in 20. I'm also very interested in dog mentality and are mental judge for three different kind of mental tests in Sweden, MH, MT and BPH, the first MH for younger dogs, MT it´s for older dogs up to 4 year and BPH also for fairly young dogs.
I hope to have a really great stay and days in Czech Republic.
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Veronika Frolíková
Czech Republic
Breeds and varieties: 14
Biography
Please allow me to introduce myself briefly. I was born with a love of animals. I have been involved in horse riding since childhood, and horses remain part of my life today. Our family always had a dog. When I reached adulthood, I acquired my first dog of my own, an Afghan Hound bitch, followed by a Whippet.
Sighthounds became my passion. I admire their elegance, speed and temperament. Over the years, we have had several sighthound breeds at home — Afghan Hounds, Whippets and Borzois — as well as Chinese Crested Dogs and Akita Inus.
I have held the FCI kennel name “Lásky dar” since 1995. I have bred Whippets for more than thirty years and, to date, have bred twenty litters. I have also bred several Chinese Crested litters. Many males and females from my breeding have been successful in coursing and the show ring and have contributed to breeding in the Czech Republic.
I have been involved in cynology since 1992. During this time, I have held various committee roles in several breed clubs. I currently serve as a breeding adviser for Whippets and Greyhounds in Klub chovatelů chrtů anglických dostihových plemen, the Czech club for English racing sighthound breeds.
In 2005, I passed the examinations to become a racing and coursing judge, and subsequently became a conformation judge. I am currently authorised to judge Group X, the sighthounds, and am gradually extending my qualifications to further breeds in Group V, the Spitz and primitive types.
I enjoy assessing dogs in movement. I have developed an eye for movement not only in dogs but also in horses. When moving, a dog reveals its true qualities: not only its anatomy and structure, but also its health and fitness.
I completed university studies specialising in the breeding of dogs, horses and exotic animals. I also have experience in the veterinary field as a veterinary assistant.
As a judge, I attend canine events in the Czech Republic and abroad and regularly assess dogs at breeding evaluations. I also regularly attend canine events at home and abroad with my own dogs, which allows me to observe and follow developments in breeding.
Thank you for your attention.
Ing. Veronika Frolíková