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CACIB Prishtina 2019

06.10.2019. 16:10:12

CACIB & CAC Prishtina - international dog shows 2019 will be held on November 25th and 26st in Qendra e Panaireve - Prishtina. REQUIREMENTS All dogs with pedigree issued by their Kennel club recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) could be exhibited at these dog shows. Aggressive dogs must wear a muzzle. The owner takes the responsibility for all damages caused by the dog. LOCATION and the adress of the Shows: Qendra e Panaireve, Shkabaj, Prishtinë CUPS AND AWARDS Best of breed (BOB), will take a rosette, no matter the number of dogs registered of that breed. First, second and thir...

The Papillon

06.10.2019. 15:28:44

The Papillon is a small-sized dog breed that originated in 17th century France. It is one of the oldest toy breeds. The Papillon is a descendant of the Continental Toy Spaniel. Papillons were originally bred for royal court Europe and for ladies of noble homes. Papillons can be seen sitting in laps, in portraits of queens and princesses painted by Europe’s most renowned artists. Van Dyke, Rembrandt, Rubens, and many others portrayed them in various artworks. FUN FACT: The Papillon was admired by Marie Antoinette, Queen of France. The Papillon’s name comes from the French word for butterfly, which is a r...

The Borzoi

05.10.2019. 12:00:54

The Borzoi or “Russian Wolfhound” is a large dog breed with history that dates back to 17th century. The Borzoi is believed to have been developed from an early Russian bearhound, the Owtchar, a tall sheepdog, mixed with other sighthounds. The first Borzoi was described in a book dealing with Borzoi hunting rules in the early 1600s. The first standard for the breed was written in Russia, in 1650. The Borzoi was originally bred for hunting wolves, foxes, and hares in open terrain and was the dog of Russian aristocrats. Sadly, this association with the aristocracy got many of them killed after the Russian...

World Animal Day

04.10.2019. 17:43:22

Happy World Animal Day dog lovers! World Animal Day is a social movement recognized worldwide. Every year on October 4th the whole world is raising awareness around general issues affecting animals. World Animal Day is celebrated on October 4th because the same day is Saint Francis of Assisi feast day, who was an environmentalist and animal protector, known for vegetarianism and the love he had for animals. World Animal Day is dedicated to improving the status and welfare standards of animals around the globe. On this day we draw attention to animal issues and we remind people how important it is the...

Fear of Thunder in Dogs

30.09.2019. 21:15:22

Astraphobia or „thunder phobia“ is, as its name suggests, an abnormal fear of thunder and lightning that is common in dogs. Although veterinarians aren't certain about what triggers this fear, many of them suspect that dogs are set off by some combination of loud sounds, wind, thunder, lightning, shaking of the ground as the thunder hits, static electricity, and barometric pressure changes that are happening in the air before and during the storm. Fear of Thunder in Dogs - symptoms According to one study, about one third of all dog population is scared of thunderstorm that can upset a lot of them to the...

The Presa Canario

29.09.2019. 15:50:23

The Presa Canario (Perro de Presa Canario) is relatively rare, large-sized, robust and well-proportioned dog that is part of the Molosser family. Fully grown Presa Canario can reach the height of 26 inches (66 cm) and can weight over 110 lbs (50 kg). The Presa Canario - history These dogs were first bred in the Canary Islands (a group of seven islands belonging to Spain) in the 1800s. Some believe that some mastiffs-type dogs were brought to the Canary Islands by the Spanish Conquistadors in 15th century and caused the development of the Presa Canario dog we know today. The Presa Canario is a result of...

World Dog Show 2020 - Madrid

28.09.2019. 22:45:23

The World Dog Show is a four-to-six-day-long international dog show held annually since 1971. It is one of the largest and the most important dog shows in the world that includes agility, obedience, junior handler, conformation, and other events and demonstrations. The honor of being a host of the World Dog Show 2020 was given to Spanish Royal Canine Society (RSCE). Spanish Royal Canine Society is one of the oldest National Canine Organizations in the world which main goal is to conserve and improve the dog breeds in Spain, with a special interest in the Spanish autochthonous breeds. The World Dog Show...

Euro Dog Show 2020 - Slovenia

28.09.2019. 17:26:11

European Dog Show is an annual event held each year in a different country. Last European Dog Show was held in Wels, Austria, from 14th to 16th June 2019. After Austria, Cynological Association of Slovenia was chosen to organize European Dog Show 2020, so the European Dog Show will be held in a Slovenian town Celje from 8th to 10th October 2020. A large number of exhibitors and visitors are expected at this show. As usual, only purebred dogs are allowed to enter the European Dog Show. Non-purebreds and designer dogs cannot compete in European Dog Show. There are three main types of dog shows: all-breed...

The Manchester Terrier

18.09.2019. 19:14:00

The Manchester Terrier is lively, high-spirited and active dog breed that originated in Manchester, England. The history of this breed goes back to 16th century when these dogs are first mentioned in books. These terriers are considered the oldest of all identifiable terrier breeds. The Manchester Terrier was bred for the common man's sports od rat killing and rabbit hunting. FUN FACT: The Manchester Terrier named Billy was famous for his rat killing abilities. Reportedly, Billy lived in 1820s and is still remembered for having killed 100 rats in only 12 minutes. The Manchester Terrier - standard The Ma...

CACIB Slovenian Derby Winner 2019

11.09.2019. 17:17:00

CACIB Slovenian Derby Winner show 2019. is to be held on October 18th,19th and 20th on the Celje Fair, Dečkova cesta 1 in Celje, Slovenia. It is organised by the Slovenian Kennel Club and here are all the necessary information you need to know about the upcoming show. Special Show for Spaniels and Flushing dogs (19.10.) and Special Show for FCI 6 withouth Rodesian Ridgeback (20.10) are organised within the CACIB Show – so only entry/payment for CACIB is necessary. Special Shows for FCI 1 withouth German shepherd and FCI 4 & German hunting terrier are organised on 19.10.2019 after the CACIB show by the C...

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