Change of judge: Tibor Havelka will judge instead of Bo Skalin
Friday 23.10.2026 – Ring No.4A will be judging in Ring No.14 on Halle D
Saturday 24.10.2026 –Ring No. 4A will be judged in Ring No. 15 in Hall D
Sunday 25.10.2026 – Ring No. 7 will be judged in Ring No. 12 in Hall B2.
Boston Terrier – Gröschl Ferenc, HU
Junior handling – Macháleková Vladimíra, SK
Instead of Ionescu Augustín /RO, it will be judging Havelka Tibor/SK.
The judges of the World Special Show of Slovak National Breeds are marked in green.
I grew up in a hunting family, where dogs always had a stable place. My father and grandfather gave me a warm relationship with dogs and nature from a young age. I´ve been involved with the training of hunting dogs since I was a child.
I´ve been involved in training hunting dogs since I was a child. I showed my first dog at the autumn trials when I was 14.
The flushing dogs were my first. I also showed breeds such as the Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound, the Slovakian Hound and several breeds of pointers at the hunting suitability trials. I fell in love with the German Shorthaired Pointer. A beautiful, intelligent, energetic, and devoted breed. I´ve been a member of the NKS Breeders' Club since 2003. In 2008 I became a member of the club's committee, where I´ve been the secretary since then.
I'm actively involved in cynology, both in the club and in the Nitra district, where I'm the chairman of the cynological commissions at the SPZ and OPK.
I co-organized several exams, as well as important national and international competitions for pointers. In 2009, I became a judge for the autumn exams for the pointers, and in 2010 I became also an all-round judge for pointers. The dream of having my breeding started to come true in 2013 when I bred my first litter of German Shorthaired Pointers under my FCI kennel "z Banásovho dvora".
My goal is to breed healthy and mentally strong dogs with a strong will to work.
Of course, also dogs that are as close as possible to the breed standard. My greatest breeding success is the stud dog “Cvik z Banásovho”, who became the winner of the “Karel Podhajský Memorial” in 2019 and also the best NKS for that year.
I m a judge for the exterior since 2024, for the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
I´ve been involved in training hunting dogs since I was a child. I showed my first dog at the autumn trials when I was 14.
The flushing dogs were my first. I also showed breeds such as the Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound, the Slovakian Hound and several breeds of pointers at the hunting suitability trials. I fell in love with the German Shorthaired Pointer. A beautiful, intelligent, energetic, and devoted breed. I´ve been a member of the NKS Breeders' Club since 2003. In 2008 I became a member of the club's committee, where I´ve been the secretary since then.
I'm actively involved in cynology, both in the club and in the Nitra district, where I'm the chairman of the cynological commissions at the SPZ and OPK.
I co-organized several exams, as well as important national and international competitions for pointers. In 2009, I became a judge for the autumn exams for the pointers, and in 2010 I became also an all-round judge for pointers. The dream of having my breeding started to come true in 2013 when I bred my first litter of German Shorthaired Pointers under my FCI kennel "z Banásovho dvora".
My goal is to breed healthy and mentally strong dogs with a strong will to work.
Of course, also dogs that are as close as possible to the breed standard. My greatest breeding success is the stud dog “Cvik z Banásovho”, who became the winner of the “Karel Podhajský Memorial” in 2019 and also the best NKS for that year.
I m a judge for the exterior since 2024, for the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
I consider the turn of 2007 and 2008 to mark the beginning of my journey in the dog world, as that was when I started actively participating in Junior Handling competitions. The world of dog shows and cynology captivated me to such an extent that it became my lifestyle and an integral part of who I am. I had the honor of representing Slovakia in Junior Handling at numerous prestigious international events—such as Cruft´s, the World Dog Show, and the European Dog Show —achieving success on two of those occasions.
Since 2018, I have served as an SKJ judge for Junior Handling; I am currently a member of the Youth and Junior Handling Commission of the ÚKK (Únia kynologických klubov) and a trainer for the Slovak Junior Handling Club.
I am an active breeder and handler of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (since 2010) and Whippets (since 2017). Many international champions have been produced under my kennel name, MAGIC NOBLESSE, and I have the privilege of being the breeder, owner, and handler of dogs holding titles such as World Winner, Junior World Winner, European Winner, and Junior European Winner.
Since 2018, I have served as an SKJ judge for Junior Handling; I am currently a member of the Youth and Junior Handling Commission of the ÚKK (Únia kynologických klubov) and a trainer for the Slovak Junior Handling Club.
I am an active breeder and handler of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels (since 2010) and Whippets (since 2017). Many international champions have been produced under my kennel name, MAGIC NOBLESSE, and I have the privilege of being the breeder, owner, and handler of dogs holding titles such as World Winner, Junior World Winner, European Winner, and Junior European Winner.
I was born in 1968 and have lived with and loved dogs all my life including Poodle, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Great Dane, Dachshund, English Cocker Spaniel, Coton de Tuléar, and Whippet.
I have been chairman of the Danish Great Dane Club and member of the Danish Kennel Club's Show Committee. Further, I have been vice president of the Danish Kennel Club and chairman of the Judge Committee and the Committee for National Breeds in the Danish Kennel Club.
I was authorised as FCI judge for my first breed Great Dane in 2002 and has been FCI All Breed Judge since 2019. I have judged in 37 countries in Europe, Asia, and Australia including European, Asian, and World Dog Shows.
I have been interested in animal breeding and breeding dogs since I was a child. However, I got my first dog with a pedigree in 1979, when I got a job at the cynology department of the Slovak Hunting Association. I was looking for a breed that is neither large nor small, a sporty type, a good family dog, and also a good working dog. The choice fell on the Irish terrier breed, which is still in my heart.
In 1981, I raised my first litter in my FCI kennel “Tavari”. Later, I also raised a few litters of miniature long-haired Dachshunds. Several international, national, and club champions have come from my kennel, and they were also successful in breeding. I always paid attention not only to the typical exterior but also to the health of the dogs, balanced temperament, and good aptitude for hunting use. I breed Irish terriers until today. I also deal with hunting cynology and I am also an FCI judge for the performance of hunting dogs.
I am an international judge for the exterior of FCI III, IV groups and for our national breeds the Slovakian Hound, the Slovakian Cuvach, and the Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer. I worked for 30 years in the committee of the Slovak Terrier and Fox Terrier Breeders' Club. I was engaged in education and publishing activities, especially concerning terriers. I´ve published several articles about the Irish Terrier in cynology and hunting magazines. In professional cynology, I worked for 41 years on the studbook of the Slovak Hunting association. I was honored with several awards for my many years of work in Slovak cynology. The Slovak Cynology Union awarded me a silver medal for the development of Slovak cynology. The Slovak Hunting Association awarded me the “Golden Chamois” for many years of work in the field of hunting cynology.
In 1981, I raised my first litter in my FCI kennel “Tavari”. Later, I also raised a few litters of miniature long-haired Dachshunds. Several international, national, and club champions have come from my kennel, and they were also successful in breeding. I always paid attention not only to the typical exterior but also to the health of the dogs, balanced temperament, and good aptitude for hunting use. I breed Irish terriers until today. I also deal with hunting cynology and I am also an FCI judge for the performance of hunting dogs.
I am an international judge for the exterior of FCI III, IV groups and for our national breeds the Slovakian Hound, the Slovakian Cuvach, and the Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer. I worked for 30 years in the committee of the Slovak Terrier and Fox Terrier Breeders' Club. I was engaged in education and publishing activities, especially concerning terriers. I´ve published several articles about the Irish Terrier in cynology and hunting magazines. In professional cynology, I worked for 41 years on the studbook of the Slovak Hunting association. I was honored with several awards for my many years of work in Slovak cynology. The Slovak Cynology Union awarded me a silver medal for the development of Slovak cynology. The Slovak Hunting Association awarded me the “Golden Chamois” for many years of work in the field of hunting cynology.
I have been interested in animal breeding and breeding dogs since I was a child. However, I got my first dog with a pedigree in 1979, when I got a job at the cynology department of the Slovak Hunting Association. I was looking for a breed that is neither large nor small, a sporty type, a good family dog, and also a good working dog. The choice fell on the Irish terrier breed, which is still in my heart.
In 1981, I raised my first litter in my FCI kennel “Tavari”. Later, I also raised a few litters of miniature long-haired Dachshunds. Several international, national, and club champions have come from my kennel, and they were also successful in breeding. I always paid attention not only to the typical exterior but also to the health of the dogs, balanced temperament, and good aptitude for hunting use. I breed Irish terriers until today. I also deal with hunting cynology and I am also an FCI judge for the performance of hunting dogs.
I am an international judge for the exterior of FCI III, IV groups and for our national breeds the Slovakian Hound, the Slovakian Cuvach, and the Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer. I worked for 30 years in the committee of the Slovak Terrier and Fox Terrier Breeders' Club. I was engaged in education and publishing activities, especially concerning terriers. I´ve published several articles about the Irish Terrier in cynology and hunting magazines. In professional cynology, I worked for 41 years on the studbook of the Slovak Hunting association. I was honored with several awards for my many years of work in Slovak cynology. The Slovak Cynology Union awarded me a silver medal for the development of Slovak cynology. The Slovak Hunting Association awarded me the “Golden Chamois” for many years of work in the field of hunting cynology.
In 1981, I raised my first litter in my FCI kennel “Tavari”. Later, I also raised a few litters of miniature long-haired Dachshunds. Several international, national, and club champions have come from my kennel, and they were also successful in breeding. I always paid attention not only to the typical exterior but also to the health of the dogs, balanced temperament, and good aptitude for hunting use. I breed Irish terriers until today. I also deal with hunting cynology and I am also an FCI judge for the performance of hunting dogs.
I am an international judge for the exterior of FCI III, IV groups and for our national breeds the Slovakian Hound, the Slovakian Cuvach, and the Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer. I worked for 30 years in the committee of the Slovak Terrier and Fox Terrier Breeders' Club. I was engaged in education and publishing activities, especially concerning terriers. I´ve published several articles about the Irish Terrier in cynology and hunting magazines. In professional cynology, I worked for 41 years on the studbook of the Slovak Hunting association. I was honored with several awards for my many years of work in Slovak cynology. The Slovak Cynology Union awarded me a silver medal for the development of Slovak cynology. The Slovak Hunting Association awarded me the “Golden Chamois” for many years of work in the field of hunting cynology.
I was born into a family of dog enthusiasts; my father was a hunter and my mother a veterinary technician. Dogs have always been an integral part of our family. We started out breeding Yorkshire Terriers and German Shorthaired Pointers. Our kennel, of which I am a co-owner, is named "Family Song’s." I began showing dogs in 2000 and continue to do so today. I have achieved several titles—including European Junior Winner and European Veteran Winner—and even reached the pinnacle of success by winning the World Winner title at a show in Paris. Currently, I breed Chinese Crested Dogs. In addition to the Chinese Cresteds, I have a Miniature Bull Terrier named Zuza at home. I have always admired the work of judges in the ring, so I decided to take the necessary exams to become a judge myself. I am currently an international judge for breeds in FCI Groups 9 and 3, as well as for breeds not recognized by the FCI.
I have been involved in the world of dogs since 2006, when—while on maternity leave—I decided I wanted to own a show dog. I chose the breed I had long dreamed of: the Irish Wolfhound. However, my initial foray into sighthounds was quickly followed by a shift to Poodles. I bought my first Poodle for my daughter to compete in "Child and Dog" events, but that dog made such an impression on me that all my subsequent litters were Poodles. Today, I own, breed, and show exclusively Medium Poodles.
In 2024, I was appointed as a national judge for the Poodle breed. I currently serve as the Chief Breed Advisor and the Breed Advisor for Medium Poodles within the Slovak Poodle Club.
Since joining the MEOESz at the age of 13, I have dedicated my life to the canine world. As an enthusiastic student of the “Sashegyi dog school”, I found my second family there.
As a member of the OMSE, I participated in the dog shows and trained my dogs for the working IPO exams and IPO II level.
In addition to my first two mixed breeds, I also worked with the Doberman, Mastino Neapolitano, and Briard.
The world of shows has also played a significant role in my life, as I have showcased several of my exceptional bloodline dogs with remarkable results.
During my work as a handler in the show world, I gained big experience and improved my skills. Today, I hold the position of Golden Level Master Breeder in my breed (French Bulldog), and I am the owner of the “Little Pixie Face Kennel”.
One of the most life-changing decisions I made was applying for the MEOE judging course in 2000, and I successfully completed Dr. Tamás Jakkel's first judging training.
I passed the exams and was added to the judging list in 2002.
I am deeply grateful to my colleagues who have supported me throughout my journey, and I am now approved to judge the FCI I, II, III, IV, IX, and X groups, as well as the Best In Show competition.
Over the past several decades, I´ve judged at many national, international, and club shows in Hungary and internationally.
I´ve been a part of MEOESz's daily activities, as the president of one of the largest breed clubs and managing matters related to our members as the head of the Hungarian Toy Molosser Dog Association.
In 2023, the general assembly of MEOESz recognized my contributions and elected me to its Board.
My main goal is to help people all over the country to understand the dog world, reach success, and feel happy about what they achieve. I truly wish everyone who chooses this wonderful hobby many good experiences and successes with their dogs.
As a member of the OMSE, I participated in the dog shows and trained my dogs for the working IPO exams and IPO II level.
In addition to my first two mixed breeds, I also worked with the Doberman, Mastino Neapolitano, and Briard.
The world of shows has also played a significant role in my life, as I have showcased several of my exceptional bloodline dogs with remarkable results.
During my work as a handler in the show world, I gained big experience and improved my skills. Today, I hold the position of Golden Level Master Breeder in my breed (French Bulldog), and I am the owner of the “Little Pixie Face Kennel”.
One of the most life-changing decisions I made was applying for the MEOE judging course in 2000, and I successfully completed Dr. Tamás Jakkel's first judging training.
I passed the exams and was added to the judging list in 2002.
I am deeply grateful to my colleagues who have supported me throughout my journey, and I am now approved to judge the FCI I, II, III, IV, IX, and X groups, as well as the Best In Show competition.
Over the past several decades, I´ve judged at many national, international, and club shows in Hungary and internationally.
I´ve been a part of MEOESz's daily activities, as the president of one of the largest breed clubs and managing matters related to our members as the head of the Hungarian Toy Molosser Dog Association.
In 2023, the general assembly of MEOESz recognized my contributions and elected me to its Board.
My main goal is to help people all over the country to understand the dog world, reach success, and feel happy about what they achieve. I truly wish everyone who chooses this wonderful hobby many good experiences and successes with their dogs.
I'm an active Collie and Samoyed breeder. I´ve been breeding for 47 years and I bred 2 Junior European winners, 1 reserve European winner, and many international champions Collies in my kennel. It was a great success in 2008 when my own bred young Collie male won Res.CC title in Birmingham at the Crufts Show.
My kennel is registered as “Kőakói Collies”. Later I established the “North’s Star“ Samoyed kennel in 1987. I bred 5 multi champions and many international champion Samoyeds in my kennel.
I´ve been an International FCI judge since 1981 and currently, I'm an FCI all-round judge.
I judged in almost 50 countries, in Europe, Asia, South America, South Africa, and Australia. Some traditional or „big shows” for example can be interesting where I was judging: Lisbon Centenary Show, Milano, Moscow Eurasia Show, St.Petersburg „White Nights” Show, Helsinki Winner Show, Welsh Kennel Club Championship Show, Contest of Champions Ancona, Contest of Champions London. I judged also on many European and World Dog Shows, for example, EDS Budapest 1993, EDS Genova 1998, EDS Tulln 2005, EDS Zagreb 2007, EDS Budapest 2008, EDS Geneva 2013, EDS Warsaw 2018, EDS Budapest 2021, EDS Celje 2024, WDS Budapest 1996, WDS Poznan 2006, WDS Bratislava 2008, WDS Paris 2011, WDS Budapest 2013, WDS Leipzig 2017, WDS Geneva 2023, WDS Zagreb 2024.
I judged Best in Show in 45 different countries. I speak English, German, and Russian language.
I´ve been the president of the Collie, Sheltie, and Corgi Club in Hungary since 1987 and a member of the Board of Judges of the Hungarian Kennel Club since 1989.
I´ve been the president of the Collie, Sheltie, and Corgi Club in Hungary since 1987 and a member of the Board of Judges of the Hungarian Kennel Club since 1989.
I have been an FCI judge for 46 years and in this time I am already an all-round judge. I´m member of the Presidium of the ÚKK, and chairman of the ORION cynology club, which organizes dog shows every year. I m also a chairman of the Pincher Club of Slovakia.
I had the honor to judge many shows abroad and at home. I was working in many positions for many years in several breeding clubs. My kennel name is Steppe Farm.
I had the honor to judge many shows abroad and at home. I was working in many positions for many years in several breeding clubs. My kennel name is Steppe Farm.
Dogs have been a part of my life since birth. Together with my mother—an international judge—I breed Russian Black Terriers and Bouviers des Flandres under the registered kennel name "Čierny sen."
I got my first dog of my own—a Kerry Blue Terrier—at the age of eight. With him, I began competing in Junior Handling, eventually placing third at the European Dog Show in Bratislava. I have bred and own multiple International Champions, Champions, a Junior World Winners, and a European Veteran Winner.
Since 2018, I have served as a judge for Junior Handling and the Russian Black Terrier breed, as well as a group judge for FCI Group 7 and NON-FCI breeds.
I am a member of the Youth and Junior Handling Commission of the ÚKK (Únia kynologických klubov) and a member of the coaching staff at the Junior Handling Club Slovakia.
I got my first dog of my own—a Kerry Blue Terrier—at the age of eight. With him, I began competing in Junior Handling, eventually placing third at the European Dog Show in Bratislava. I have bred and own multiple International Champions, Champions, a Junior World Winners, and a European Veteran Winner.
Since 2018, I have served as a judge for Junior Handling and the Russian Black Terrier breed, as well as a group judge for FCI Group 7 and NON-FCI breeds.
I am a member of the Youth and Junior Handling Commission of the ÚKK (Únia kynologických klubov) and a member of the coaching staff at the Junior Handling Club Slovakia.
My father, an active hunter and breeder of Bohemian Wire-Haired Pointing Griffons (Český fousek) and German Shorthaired Pointing Dogs initiated me into the cynology. My first dog was a Bohemian Wire-Haired Pointing Griffon – named Daro. I was attracted by service cynology and German Shepherds. For several years, I was engaged in service cynology.
In 1992, I bought my first female of Russian Black Terrier. That's where it all started. This breed stole my heart. I´ve been the chairman of the Russian Black Terrier club since 1997. Since 2021, the Bouvier Flemish breed has been added to our dog family.
In breeding, I try to ensure that beauty meets health. Puppies from our FCI kennel, "ČIERNY SEN", are in different corners of the world, and they make me happy with their new owners. Many of them also become our family friends. I look at the dog shows from the point of view of an exhibitor, breeder, and judge.
I am an international FCI judge for group VIII. And NON-FCI breeds, and some breeds from the FCI group I., II., and IX.
Dogs have always been part of Gerard’s life and as from 1976 especially Afghan Hounds. He was co-owner breeder Afghan Hounds with the prefix “El Harakat” from 1993 till 2015. Afghan Hounds from “El Harakat” where all over the world like France, USA, Germany, Switzerland, Israel, Denmark etc. His dogs had many (International & national) championships and Titles. Gerard was also long-time owner from French Bulldogs and Dachshunds.
Becoming more and more interested in dogs, Gerard started to his cynological study in 1990 and in 1995 he did his first breed exam for the Afghan Hound. Ten years later he is group judge of his favorite FCI group 10. At this moment he is also judge of FCI group 1, 5, 9 and some breeds of FCI group 2, 3, 7 and 8. Gerard judged in about 65 countries, almost all European countries, and in Africa, Asia, Australia and North & South America at national and international Dog shows (including about 12 FCI section shows and 14 FCI World Dog Shows) Champion of Champion shows, many breed specialties and title shows.
Gerard is already long time active in different cynological activities, like in the past 14 years president of the Dutch Kennel Club (2004-2017), 18 years president of the Dutch Afghan Hound Club (NVOW), 5 years president from the Dutch Sight Hound FCI group 10, 6 years member of the dispute committee of the Dutch Kennel Club, Many lectures given about breeds and cynological matters (National & International).
On till now he is still active: since 2005 as president from The FCI Euro Sighthound Show, since 2011 as vice-president of the FCI, since 2020 as chairman of the regional club “Noorder Kynologen Club”, since 2020 as president FCI International Martini Dog Show (MDS). In the past he organized international dog shows and breed specialities in German and Netherlands. Mostly Sight hound specialities and international FCI shows, but he was also the president from the FCI Euro Dog Show 2011 and the biggest dog event in the world, with 35000 dogs in connection with FCI World Dog Show 2018 in Amsterdam.
On till now he is still active: since 2005 as president from The FCI Euro Sighthound Show, since 2011 as vice-president of the FCI, since 2020 as chairman of the regional club “Noorder Kynologen Club”, since 2020 as president FCI International Martini Dog Show (MDS). In the past he organized international dog shows and breed specialities in German and Netherlands. Mostly Sight hound specialities and international FCI shows, but he was also the president from the FCI Euro Dog Show 2011 and the biggest dog event in the world, with 35000 dogs in connection with FCI World Dog Show 2018 in Amsterdam.
Tatjana got her first dog, an English Cocker Spaniel, at the age of 14. She bought her first Shih Tzu in 1989.This female was the foundation female of her Potala Dalaj Lama kennel. She was a successful breeder of Shih Tzu, several champions coming from her kennel. After Shih Tzu she was also involved with Little Lion Dog (Löwchens) and since 2001 has been a breeder of French Bulldogs. Several national and international champions came from the kennel.
During her study at the Law University, she was active in the work of the local kennel club in Trbovlje, Slovenia. For the regional Club in Trbovlje she organized the first national CAC show in 1993 and was the Show manager till 2015. She was also the Show manager for other Slovenian International shows.
Tatjana was board member of the Slovenian Kennel Club, president of the Breeding Committee for Toy breeds and member of the FCI Judges Committees. Tatjana became an international judge in 1997 and sins 2023 she is FCI All Breed judge and Junior Handling judge as well. Due to Tatjana’s move from Slovenia to the Netherlands at the end of 2024, she is now a Dutch judge. She has judged at the International and National shows (including FCI World Dog Shows and FCI Sections shows), as well as at the Champion of Champion shows and many breed specialties and title shows on all continents and in almost all European countries.
Tatjana was board member of the Slovenian Kennel Club, president of the Breeding Committee for Toy breeds and member of the FCI Judges Committees. Tatjana became an international judge in 1997 and sins 2023 she is FCI All Breed judge and Junior Handling judge as well. Due to Tatjana’s move from Slovenia to the Netherlands at the end of 2024, she is now a Dutch judge. She has judged at the International and National shows (including FCI World Dog Shows and FCI Sections shows), as well as at the Champion of Champion shows and many breed specialties and title shows on all continents and in almost all European countries.
Cynology has been my passion since childhood. I´ve got my first purebred dog in 1972. It was a German shorthaired pointing dog. From the beginning, I focused mainly on the training of pointers.
At various types of trials, I´ve shown several different breeds of pointers, especially German short-haired Pointing dogs, German wire-haired Pointing dogs, and Slovak wirehaired Pointers, as well as Dachshunds. In the late 1970s, I became a judge for the autumn pointers trials. Currently, I am a judge for the performance of hunting breeds of dogs - a judge for all-round exams of pointers, and all surface tests of small breeds and hounds.
In the early 1980s, I was involved in the preparation of the recognition of our national breed, the Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer. In the years 1982 to 1983, I worked on the materials presented in 1983 at the General Assembly of the FCI for the recognition of the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer. In the years 1984 to 1987, I was a breeding advisor for Slovak Wirehaired Pointers breeders.
In 1980, I became an advisor for the breeding of German shorthaired Pointing dogs for Slovakia within the Czechoslovak club of this breed. In 1993, I was a founding member of the German Shorthaired Pointing dogs Breeders' Club in Slovakia, and I´ve been the club's chairman since its foundation.
Since 1974, I had the FCI kennel "Hartmany", which produced several excellent working dogs, among them Avar Hartmany - Winner MKP 1978 and Winner of MSS 1980. Later, my FCI kennel name was changed and currently, my FCI kennel is "z Dubovských luhov". I bred several litters of German short-haired and also wire-haired Pointing dogs. I became an exterior judge at the end of the 1970s. I started with the German Short-haired Pointing dog breed, and later with the whole VII FCI group. I´m currently a judge for IV, VI, VII, and VIII FCI groups. I judged at several European and World dog shows.
From 1978 I was a member of the Cynology Commission of the Slovak Hunting Association and after 1990 a member of the chairmanship of the Cynology Council of the Slovak Hunting Association. In 1993, I participated in the negotiations for the establishment of the SKJ and was a member of the SKJ Presidium for several election periods. Since 2012, I´ve been the chairman of the cynology board of the Slovak Hunting Association and the president of the SKJ.
At various types of trials, I´ve shown several different breeds of pointers, especially German short-haired Pointing dogs, German wire-haired Pointing dogs, and Slovak wirehaired Pointers, as well as Dachshunds. In the late 1970s, I became a judge for the autumn pointers trials. Currently, I am a judge for the performance of hunting breeds of dogs - a judge for all-round exams of pointers, and all surface tests of small breeds and hounds.
In the early 1980s, I was involved in the preparation of the recognition of our national breed, the Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer. In the years 1982 to 1983, I worked on the materials presented in 1983 at the General Assembly of the FCI for the recognition of the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer. In the years 1984 to 1987, I was a breeding advisor for Slovak Wirehaired Pointers breeders.
In 1980, I became an advisor for the breeding of German shorthaired Pointing dogs for Slovakia within the Czechoslovak club of this breed. In 1993, I was a founding member of the German Shorthaired Pointing dogs Breeders' Club in Slovakia, and I´ve been the club's chairman since its foundation.
Since 1974, I had the FCI kennel "Hartmany", which produced several excellent working dogs, among them Avar Hartmany - Winner MKP 1978 and Winner of MSS 1980. Later, my FCI kennel name was changed and currently, my FCI kennel is "z Dubovských luhov". I bred several litters of German short-haired and also wire-haired Pointing dogs. I became an exterior judge at the end of the 1970s. I started with the German Short-haired Pointing dog breed, and later with the whole VII FCI group. I´m currently a judge for IV, VI, VII, and VIII FCI groups. I judged at several European and World dog shows.
From 1978 I was a member of the Cynology Commission of the Slovak Hunting Association and after 1990 a member of the chairmanship of the Cynology Council of the Slovak Hunting Association. In 1993, I participated in the negotiations for the establishment of the SKJ and was a member of the SKJ Presidium for several election periods. Since 2012, I´ve been the chairman of the cynology board of the Slovak Hunting Association and the president of the SKJ.
My connection to the world of dogs began in childhood, thanks to the Rough Collies that were part of our family for many years. Since 2001, I have dedicated myself to the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed, which has become my lifelong passion. I registered the LUANDA kennel in 2004, and the first litter was born in 2008. Puppies from that initial litter went to various countries around the world and went on to win significant awards at prestigious shows in Europe and overseas.
I have bred over 30 International Champions, numerous Group winners, multiple BIS, JBIS, and BISS winners, as well as "Dog of the Year" titleholders in various countries. Dogs from my breeding program have also become champions in North and South America (including Canada) and Russia. My most notable achievements include titles such as Cruft´s Winner, World Winner, 2× Junior World Winner, European Winner, 2× European Junior Winner, and repeated victories at specialty club shows.
I have been an FCI judge since 2018. I have officiated at international, club, and specialty shows in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Austria, France, Croatia, and Hungary. Significant judging assignments include the World Rhodesian Ridgeback Specialty Show in Brno (2021) and the Croatian Club Specialty Show held in conjunction with the World Dog Show in Zagreb (2024). I am currently licensed to judge several breeds within FCI Group 6 and continue to expand my judging qualifications.
I served for many years as the Chief Breeding Advisor for the Slovak Ridgeback Club (SKCHR). I have been a member of the SKCHR Breeding Council and an official litter inspector since the Council's inception. Together with RNDr. Ingeborg Režuchová, PhD., I designed and coordinated the development of the ELBREED electronic breeding system, which has streamlined breeding-related administration for SKCHR members since 2020.
I am actively involved in publishing, focusing on the health, conformation, history, and breeding of Rhodesian Ridgebacks. I organize and conduct breeding seminars and also teach show ring etiquette and handling techniques.
I have received awards from the SKCHR for my contributions to breeding and the cynological community, and in 2023, I was awarded the SKJ Silver Medal for the advancement of Slovak cynology.
When judging, I place great emphasis on breed type, overall balance, functional structure, correct movement, and temperament. I believe that a dog show should be more than just a competition; it should be a pleasant gathering of people united by a shared passion for cynology.
I have bred over 30 International Champions, numerous Group winners, multiple BIS, JBIS, and BISS winners, as well as "Dog of the Year" titleholders in various countries. Dogs from my breeding program have also become champions in North and South America (including Canada) and Russia. My most notable achievements include titles such as Cruft´s Winner, World Winner, 2× Junior World Winner, European Winner, 2× European Junior Winner, and repeated victories at specialty club shows.
I have been an FCI judge since 2018. I have officiated at international, club, and specialty shows in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Austria, France, Croatia, and Hungary. Significant judging assignments include the World Rhodesian Ridgeback Specialty Show in Brno (2021) and the Croatian Club Specialty Show held in conjunction with the World Dog Show in Zagreb (2024). I am currently licensed to judge several breeds within FCI Group 6 and continue to expand my judging qualifications.
I served for many years as the Chief Breeding Advisor for the Slovak Ridgeback Club (SKCHR). I have been a member of the SKCHR Breeding Council and an official litter inspector since the Council's inception. Together with RNDr. Ingeborg Režuchová, PhD., I designed and coordinated the development of the ELBREED electronic breeding system, which has streamlined breeding-related administration for SKCHR members since 2020.
I am actively involved in publishing, focusing on the health, conformation, history, and breeding of Rhodesian Ridgebacks. I organize and conduct breeding seminars and also teach show ring etiquette and handling techniques.
I have received awards from the SKCHR for my contributions to breeding and the cynological community, and in 2023, I was awarded the SKJ Silver Medal for the advancement of Slovak cynology.
When judging, I place great emphasis on breed type, overall balance, functional structure, correct movement, and temperament. I believe that a dog show should be more than just a competition; it should be a pleasant gathering of people united by a shared passion for cynology.
My life in cynology started with me growing up and learning alongside my father and a number of dog enthusiasts from southwestern Slovakia, many of whom specialized in pointing breeds. I remain grateful for the knowledge and guidance they shared with me. Their mentorship provided me with a strong foundation in dog training, breeding and helped shape my lifelong passion for cynology.
As a graduate of a forestry school, I have always had a close connection to hunting breeds and have primarily been involved in working trials for hunting dogs. My main passion lies with Pointers and Setter breeds, although I have also worked with many other hunting breeds across various FCI groups. I bred my first litter of Pointers in 1994.
I have been a full member of the Slovak Hunting Association since 1989. In 1990, I was one of the founding members of the Slovak Pointer and Setter Club, and I have served on its committee in various roles from its establishment to the present day. I began judging working ability in hunting breeds in 1999, and later also conformation judging in 2004. I am currently an FCI working trial judge for all types of working tests for hunting dog breeds, and a conformation judge for breeds in FCI Groups 4, 6, 7, and 8.
As a graduate of a forestry school, I have always had a close connection to hunting breeds and have primarily been involved in working trials for hunting dogs. My main passion lies with Pointers and Setter breeds, although I have also worked with many other hunting breeds across various FCI groups. I bred my first litter of Pointers in 1994.
I have been a full member of the Slovak Hunting Association since 1989. In 1990, I was one of the founding members of the Slovak Pointer and Setter Club, and I have served on its committee in various roles from its establishment to the present day. I began judging working ability in hunting breeds in 1999, and later also conformation judging in 2004. I am currently an FCI working trial judge for all types of working tests for hunting dog breeds, and a conformation judge for breeds in FCI Groups 4, 6, 7, and 8.
I have loved cynology since childhood.
In 1980 I got my first breed, a Great Dane. Since then I´ve been breeding Great Danes under my FCI kennel “Cevelob”. I´ve bred many dogs with C.I.B. titles. In 1991 I also started breeding the Welsh Corgi Pembroke breed. I have been a judge for the exterior of Great Danes since 1992. After a few years, I began to expand my approvals to FCI Group I. In 2013, I was appointed as a group judge.
I judged in more than 20 European countries at all types of shows, including the World and European shows.
For more than 20 years, I´ve been working in the organization of the Czech cynology - ČMKU.
In 1980 I got my first breed, a Great Dane. Since then I´ve been breeding Great Danes under my FCI kennel “Cevelob”. I´ve bred many dogs with C.I.B. titles. In 1991 I also started breeding the Welsh Corgi Pembroke breed. I have been a judge for the exterior of Great Danes since 1992. After a few years, I began to expand my approvals to FCI Group I. In 2013, I was appointed as a group judge.
I judged in more than 20 European countries at all types of shows, including the World and European shows.
For more than 20 years, I´ve been working in the organization of the Czech cynology - ČMKU.
Cynology became a part of my life since my childhood thanks to my grandparents. Also there I've got my first dog - Jagdterrier. From 1982 I owned and also showed German Shepherds and Dobermans as my first breeds. It didn't take a long time and my passion and big love went definitely to bull-type terriers, especially American Staffordshire terriers and Bullterriers.
In 1987 I established my kennel, De Mandraka, which is registered as the completely first American Staffordshire kennel in ex-Yugoslavia and also one of the firsts in Europe. Also, the two first imported American Staffordshire terrier females to Czechoslovakia were from my kennel. In the early age of this breed in our area were dogs from my kennel all over Europe helping improve the breed.
Since 2008 I started to breed Boston terriers also. I bred many international champions, national champions, club, and specialty winners, also world and European winners as well.
I became a judge in 1991, actually, I m an all-around FCI judge. In 90ties I was president of the first American Staffordshire terrier and Bullterrier Kennel Club in Serbia. For many years I was a member of the presidium in the Serbian Kennel Club. Nowadays I´m the president of the KD Vojvodina cynology club, which organizes international, national, club, and specialty shows every year.
I´ve been involved in cynology since 1972.
I have bred various breeds of dogs. My first purebred dog was the Miniature Pinscher.
I bred Schnauzers for more than 20 years. Currently, I own Mudi and Central Asian Shepherd breeds.
I'm an international all-round judge. I judged various shows, including European and World dog shows in many countries.
I'm active in cynology in several positions, such as the chairman of the breeders' club and as a member of the board of the cynological board of the Slovak Hunting Association.
I have bred various breeds of dogs. My first purebred dog was the Miniature Pinscher.
I bred Schnauzers for more than 20 years. Currently, I own Mudi and Central Asian Shepherd breeds.
I'm an international all-round judge. I judged various shows, including European and World dog shows in many countries.
I'm active in cynology in several positions, such as the chairman of the breeders' club and as a member of the board of the cynological board of the Slovak Hunting Association.
I have been involved with dogs since childhood, my first dogs were a German Shepherd and a Cocker Spaniel. I have been actively involved in dog breeding since 1990, when I started with the Neapolitan Mastiff and Pug. My husband and I founded the “Jo-Me-Lich” kennel under the SKZ in 1992, where winners and champions of the Pug breed are still bred.
In 2005, I founded my own kennel “Illimon”, where I still breed the Bulldog breed. Our offspring have reached the whole world, where they have achieved the champion title many times.
In addition, I am actively involved in club activities. For a long time, I was a breeding advisor for the Pug and Bulldog breeds. Currently, I am the president of the Bulldog and Pug Club, the Slovakia Moloss Club, the Miniature American Shepherd and the Australian Shepherd.
I am an international judge for judging dog conformation. In the future, I want to continue to focus on cynology, as my job is also my hobby.
I was born in 1977 in Vlčany. I grew up in a dog-loving family and I have been working with dogs since my childhood. I participated with my first dog on exams when I was 10 years old. I'm a breeder of English Setters and Hungarian short-haired pointer (Vizsla).
In 2005, I became a FCI judge for exterior of dogs and hunting trials. I‘ve raised many excellent dogs and my dogs went to different corners of the world. I‘m currently an international judge for the VII FCI group and an international judge for all pointing dogs' exams. I am very honored that I can expand my activity and my knowledge under patronage of Slovak Kennel Club.
I have dedicated my life to dogs. My mother began breeding Dachshunds in 1993, so the Dachshund was the first breed I owned and showed; it was with this breed that I first got involved in Junior Handling.
Over the years, I qualified twice to represent Slovakia at Cruft´s and several times at World and European dog shows. I competed until I was 18 years. Alongside the competitions, I began professional dog showing—a pursuit I continue to this day.
A few years ago, my Bichon "Whiskey" joined my Dachshunds; I chose him after having competed with his mother in Junior Handling.
Beyond the experience of showing various breeds according to their specific standards, the competition taught me a great deal about cynology, brought me many friends, and, above all, deepened my love for dogs. I hope that other young handlers will gain similar positive experiences and find as much enjoyment and fulfillment in it as I have.
Over the years, I qualified twice to represent Slovakia at Cruft´s and several times at World and European dog shows. I competed until I was 18 years. Alongside the competitions, I began professional dog showing—a pursuit I continue to this day.
A few years ago, my Bichon "Whiskey" joined my Dachshunds; I chose him after having competed with his mother in Junior Handling.
Beyond the experience of showing various breeds according to their specific standards, the competition taught me a great deal about cynology, brought me many friends, and, above all, deepened my love for dogs. I hope that other young handlers will gain similar positive experiences and find as much enjoyment and fulfillment in it as I have.
As an FCI international all-round judge, I was honored to judge multiple times at the World and European Dog Shows. My love for dogs also affected my decision to become a veterinary doctor. I've had fantastic dogs by my side all my life, and they've always been my best friends. I experienced unforgettable moments of joy and happiness with them.
Beginnings of my FCI kennel, "z Tomky," were connected with my favorite breed, the Boxers. My big dream became a reality in the late 80s, and finally, the beautiful breed of Dobermann proudly walked by my side. We bred many international champions and champions of different countries. But for me, the most important and beautiful feeling is that puppies from us are making happy and better lives of many people.
Currently, I am a member of the Presidium of the Slovak Kennel Club, the chairman of the board of judges in SKJ, the vice-president of the Union of Kennel Clubs, a delegate of the SKJ in the FCI judges commission, and the president of the Slovak Dobermann Club.
Dogs have been a constant presence in my life since I was four years old, when my grandfather—a hunter—let me pick out a Fox Terrier puppy named “Brok”. However, it took another thirty years before I had the opportunity to try my hand at the show ring. My participation in dog shows shifted from occasional to regular in 2008, thanks to a Leonberger from the German kennel “vom Jerichower Land”. Over the course of his five-year show career, he not only earned the title of International Champion but also met the requirements for over a dozen other championships across Europe—including the German title—and secured victories at prestigious club shows, including the main club show in Leonberg. His career continued in the USA, where he achieved an AKC championship and successfully passed the Therapy Dog International certification. He was used for breeding in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Italy, and the USA; his offspring are now following in his footsteps in show rings and breeding programs across Europe, the USA, Russia, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. His companion in life and on his travels was “Ginnie Ennson Bohemia”, a dog imported from the Czech Republic who was also exceptionally successful in the show ring. My kennel, Lionsace—established in 2010—bears the word "Lion" in its name precisely because of him. It was his exceptional qualities—regarding both his physical conformation and his temperament—that led me onto the path of breeding and into a life shared not only with pedigree dogs but also with members of our "dog family" from all over the world.
Since 2015, I have been dedicated to breeding Pembroke Welsh Corgis—a breed small in stature but possessing a lion's heart and a royal history. I imported the foundation female of my kennel from the Kinberger's kennel in the Czech Republic, and later added imports from Russia. Currently, our pack spans four generations of the maternal line, with a fifth expected to join soon. I have bred 13 litters; I was the first breeder in Slovakia to breed exclusively from dogs that were fully health-tested and had passed herding aptitude tests. Dogs I have bred have earned multiple championships in their respective countries, including International Champion titles—and have successfully contributed to breeding programs. For several years, we were represented in the National Junior Handling Final by Lionsace Country Club Caddy; as the only representative of his breed in the competition, he consistently achieved podium placements. Beyond health, my breeding program prioritizes balanced temperaments—a factor of increasing importance as the breed's popularity grows. Regarding conformation, I strive to preserve the breed's characteristic head type, rich red coat color, and the gene for a short tail.
Since 2015, I have been dedicated to breeding Pembroke Welsh Corgis—a breed small in stature but possessing a lion's heart and a royal history. I imported the foundation female of my kennel from the Kinberger's kennel in the Czech Republic, and later added imports from Russia. Currently, our pack spans four generations of the maternal line, with a fifth expected to join soon. I have bred 13 litters; I was the first breeder in Slovakia to breed exclusively from dogs that were fully health-tested and had passed herding aptitude tests. Dogs I have bred have earned multiple championships in their respective countries, including International Champion titles—and have successfully contributed to breeding programs. For several years, we were represented in the National Junior Handling Final by Lionsace Country Club Caddy; as the only representative of his breed in the competition, he consistently achieved podium placements. Beyond health, my breeding program prioritizes balanced temperaments—a factor of increasing importance as the breed's popularity grows. Regarding conformation, I strive to preserve the breed's characteristic head type, rich red coat color, and the gene for a short tail.
I come from a breeding family. In 1968 my father, Ing. František Seman, founded our family kennel “zo Sengetova”. In 1996 I took over the kennel. From the beginning until today we have been breeding Fox Terrier wire and since 1997 Cairn Terriers also.
I personally presented the first Fox Terrier wire at the Regional Hunting Breeds show in Bratislava in 1968. 1968. From then until now I have prepared practically all the dogs that were used in our breeding for shows and exams. Throughout our breeding, we have bred and are still breeding Fox Terrier wire on our own bred females. Currently we are breeding on an uninterrupted line of 12th – 13th generation Fox Terrier females, which come from our first mating. 12. In our breeding of both breeds, we prefer breeding for the biological functionality of our females and all offspring, by which we mean that the puppies are conceived after natural mating, are born naturally, the dogs are able to respond positively to external stimuli, are constitutionally strong, healthy, do not cause their owners unnecessary expenses for a veterinarian and are able to continue to reproduce naturally. As breeders, we have been blessed to have bred 11 International Beauty Champions and almost thirty National Beauty Champions since 1996.
I have been a judge for exterior dogs judging since 1998. 1998. I am a specialist in FCI Group III – Terriers, which I have judged in many European countries and at top-level shows. I see judging as a service to the breed. I try to comprehensively assess each dog so that the exhibitor gets information about my view of his dog. Breeding and working with animals are a journey of trial and error, and we are constantly expanding our knowledge and experience.
Breeding is hobby for most of us. It should enrich us personally and professionally and should bring us joy. Based on my experience, I can say that each of our lives is unique and we should live it in a way that we are not too ashamed when looking back.
I have got my first dog – white medium size poodle - in 1990, after many years begging my parents to buy me a dog. Since then I have been crazy about dogs, dogshows, training dogs etc. I became judge in 2002 and my first breed was poodles (of course).
At the moment I have rights to judge all breeds in groups 3,4,5,6,7 8,9, 10 and few breeds from group 1.
My first litter under prefix CEN CLARENCE’S was born 1994, it was litter of white medium size poodles.
I have owned all sizes of poodles, but I breed miniature and medium poodles in black & brown colour.
Besides poodles I also have had löwchens, co-owned afghans and irish red setters.
I have owned & bred many Dog of the year & Junior of the Year & veteran of the year winners in Estonia. I have bred many international & countless national champions during years.
As breeder my biggest achievement have been winning Reserve-Best in show breeder at World Dog show in Helsinki last year.
I have been judging in most of European countries, also in Australia. I have been houred to judge World Dog Show in Budapest 2014, Switzerland in 2024 , European Winner show 2016 in Brussels and Denmark 2023.
I have been president and vice-president of Estonian Poodle club and president od Estonian Show Judges Committee.
As many other judges I look for the breed-type, harmony , movement and typical breed temperament when I judge.
At the moment I have rights to judge all breeds in groups 3,4,5,6,7 8,9, 10 and few breeds from group 1.
My first litter under prefix CEN CLARENCE’S was born 1994, it was litter of white medium size poodles.
I have owned all sizes of poodles, but I breed miniature and medium poodles in black & brown colour.
Besides poodles I also have had löwchens, co-owned afghans and irish red setters.
I have owned & bred many Dog of the year & Junior of the Year & veteran of the year winners in Estonia. I have bred many international & countless national champions during years.
As breeder my biggest achievement have been winning Reserve-Best in show breeder at World Dog show in Helsinki last year.
I have been judging in most of European countries, also in Australia. I have been houred to judge World Dog Show in Budapest 2014, Switzerland in 2024 , European Winner show 2016 in Brussels and Denmark 2023.
I have been president and vice-president of Estonian Poodle club and president od Estonian Show Judges Committee.
As many other judges I look for the breed-type, harmony , movement and typical breed temperament when I judge.
Since 1977 Bo Skalin has owned the Giant Schnauzers and since 1984 also the Miniature Schnauzers. On the beginning he was mainly interested and involved in the working trials and shows, but in 1985 the first litter has born under prefix “Hassan Hill's” and during 20 years there were bred over 50 Champions Giant and Miniature Schnauzers, gained over 100 titles around the world. For the successful breeding the kennel was awarded by the special plaque from the Swedish Schnauzer-Pinscher Club and by the Hamilton plaque from the Swedish Kennel Club (SKK).
Today together with his wife he is breeding Miniature Schnauzers, Rough Collies, Shetland Sheepdogs and Chihuahua under “Skabona” prefix.
In 1995 Bo got his judge's license and was specialized on Schnauzers and Pinschers. Over the years of education and judging he finally was confirmed as the All-Breeds judge in Finland in 2011. He has been judging on the all continents at all level of shows including the European and World Dog shows.
He is the member of the board of the Swedish Kennel Club and the President of the SKK Judges Committee.
Today together with his wife he is breeding Miniature Schnauzers, Rough Collies, Shetland Sheepdogs and Chihuahua under “Skabona” prefix.
In 1995 Bo got his judge's license and was specialized on Schnauzers and Pinschers. Over the years of education and judging he finally was confirmed as the All-Breeds judge in Finland in 2011. He has been judging on the all continents at all level of shows including the European and World Dog shows.
He is the member of the board of the Swedish Kennel Club and the President of the SKK Judges Committee.
I came to the world of cynology relatively late, as the first dog in our family was allowed only when I was 17 years old. It was a Cavalier and was one of the first representatives of the breed in Slovakia. However, he had a uncorrect bite, so he was disqualified from shows and breeding. But he made Cavaliers my lifelong love and companions for life. The first litter was born 13 years later, in 1998. We have bred several champions and international champions.
As a child, I grew up with German Shepherds at my grandparents' house and when the time was right, we decided to get a larger dog like the Cavaliers to our household. The choice fell on the Czech national breed - the Bohemian Shepherd dog and it turned out to be a very correct and happy decision. The Bohemian Shepherd Dog and Cavaliers created a wonderful community at our home.
I successfully passed the judge exams in 2005 and in 2006 I judged two breeds at my first show – Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and King Charles Spaniel. I expanded my approvals for other breeds from FCI Group IX. In addition to Slovakia, I have judged in the Czech Republic, Denmark, Poland, Finland, and Great Britain. I'm also involved in club activities, in the Slovak Cavalier and King Charles Spaniel Club I'm the president, a long-time breeding advisor, and organizer of the club shows.
I successfully passed the judge exams in 2005 and in 2006 I judged two breeds at my first show – Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and King Charles Spaniel. I expanded my approvals for other breeds from FCI Group IX. In addition to Slovakia, I have judged in the Czech Republic, Denmark, Poland, Finland, and Great Britain. I'm also involved in club activities, in the Slovak Cavalier and King Charles Spaniel Club I'm the president, a long-time breeding advisor, and organizer of the club shows.
I was born into a breeder family. I gradually moved from a breeder and international judge of rabbits, breeder and judge of Noble Guinea Pigs to dog breeder and judge.
My first breed was a Caucasian Shepherd and later a Central Asian Shepherd. I breed under the FCI kennel „Kazbegi“, which is the successor of my father's kennel „Elbrus Chán“.
Together with my family, we have raised many beautiful dogs, that have made a name for themselves in breeding and on shows at home and abroad.
As an international judge, I judged at many domestic and foreign clubs and international shows. I m currently the chairman of the Slovak Club of Russian Breeds. My profession is a veterinarian. After completing my studies at the UVLF in Košice, I worked for 9 years as a university teacher, and veterinarian, and currently I work in veterinary distribution.
I represent Slovakia in the Commission for Animal Health and Protection in the European Breeders' Union. When I judge the exterior of the dogs, I pay attention to the balance between the functional exterior, health, movement, and temperament of the dogs. I m a judge for II. FCI group and for NON-FCI breeds and I am still learning for breeds from VII. FCI group.
Thank you that I can also be part of the team of judges at this international dog show.
I began working in cynology during my secondary school years, focusing on German Shepherds, Dobermans, and Alaskan Malamutes. After completing my studies, I acquired my first Rottweiler, with whom my systematic involvement in dog shows and performance training truly began.
In 1998, I founded the BUSAN MAR-ŠI kennel, which remains active to this day. In 2001, I also started breeding Bullmastiffs; with my first Bullmastiff I not only achieved show results but also completed certification as an assistance and canistherapy dog. I actively practiced canistherapy for several years, working with physically and mentally disabled children, children in a semi-conscious state, and children with autism spectrum disorders. My professional experience in this field was published in Slovak cynological periodicals and is still used as study material at secondary schools and universities.
I am the author of several publications on the Rottweiler and Bullmastiff breeds, as well as articles dedicated to the history of dog breeds and molossoid dogs. My expert texts have been published in renowned periodicals, including Kynologická revue, Náš pes, Pes a mačka, Život so psom, and others. I have served as Secretary of the Moloss Club of Slovakia and as Breeding Advisor for the Bullmastiff breed. In 2015, I co-founded the Bullmastiff Club of Slovakia, o.z., where I currently serve as President. I am also Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the RTW Club of Slovakia and a Committee Member of the Slovak Club of Nordic and Japanese Dog Breeds, where I act as Breeding Advisor for all Japanese breeds. Since 2019, I have been a Judge for Sled Dog Performance Tests (Level 2) and a member of the Sled Dog Committee. For my long-standing contribution to Slovak cynology, I received the Bronze Medal of the Slovak Kennel Union (2018) and the Silver Medal (2023). I also serve as a member of the Presidency of the Union of Cynological Clubs.
I currently own two Rottweilers and three Bullmastiffs.
I became a judge in 2014. I am licensed to judge all breeds of FCI Group I, II and V, all FCI non-recognized breeds, and I am an International Best in Show Judge. I have judged at numerous international, national, and club shows in Serbia, Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Ireland, Russia, Montenegro, and Slovakia. My special focus is on the Rottweiler and molossoid breeds.
In 2021, I judged the Rottweiler at the World Dog Show in Brno, and in 2025 the English Mastiff and Bullmastiff at the European Dog Show.
It was a great honor for me to accept the invitation to judge at the Victory Show – Champion of Champions 2025, as well as at the National Dog Show and two International Dog Shows in Bratislava.
In 1998, I founded the BUSAN MAR-ŠI kennel, which remains active to this day. In 2001, I also started breeding Bullmastiffs; with my first Bullmastiff I not only achieved show results but also completed certification as an assistance and canistherapy dog. I actively practiced canistherapy for several years, working with physically and mentally disabled children, children in a semi-conscious state, and children with autism spectrum disorders. My professional experience in this field was published in Slovak cynological periodicals and is still used as study material at secondary schools and universities.
I am the author of several publications on the Rottweiler and Bullmastiff breeds, as well as articles dedicated to the history of dog breeds and molossoid dogs. My expert texts have been published in renowned periodicals, including Kynologická revue, Náš pes, Pes a mačka, Život so psom, and others. I have served as Secretary of the Moloss Club of Slovakia and as Breeding Advisor for the Bullmastiff breed. In 2015, I co-founded the Bullmastiff Club of Slovakia, o.z., where I currently serve as President. I am also Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the RTW Club of Slovakia and a Committee Member of the Slovak Club of Nordic and Japanese Dog Breeds, where I act as Breeding Advisor for all Japanese breeds. Since 2019, I have been a Judge for Sled Dog Performance Tests (Level 2) and a member of the Sled Dog Committee. For my long-standing contribution to Slovak cynology, I received the Bronze Medal of the Slovak Kennel Union (2018) and the Silver Medal (2023). I also serve as a member of the Presidency of the Union of Cynological Clubs.
I currently own two Rottweilers and three Bullmastiffs.
I became a judge in 2014. I am licensed to judge all breeds of FCI Group I, II and V, all FCI non-recognized breeds, and I am an International Best in Show Judge. I have judged at numerous international, national, and club shows in Serbia, Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Ireland, Russia, Montenegro, and Slovakia. My special focus is on the Rottweiler and molossoid breeds.
In 2021, I judged the Rottweiler at the World Dog Show in Brno, and in 2025 the English Mastiff and Bullmastiff at the European Dog Show.
It was a great honor for me to accept the invitation to judge at the Victory Show – Champion of Champions 2025, as well as at the National Dog Show and two International Dog Shows in Bratislava.
My first dog, back in my childhood, was a German Shepherd dog named Buck; later, in 1992, I fell in love at first sight with the Bernese Mountain Dog breed, and a dog named "TAMI z Gandlyho dvora" became a member of our family that same year. He was later joined by a female, "BORKA z Gemerskej Polomy," followed in 1995 by an Appenzeller female, "ANNIKA vom Scheibegghof," and an Entlebucher female, "GINA von Garstnaeck"; the final breed addition came in 1998 with a Great Swiss Mountain Dog female, "BRENNY Rodyry."
The first litter of Bernese Mountain Dogs was born in my kennel in 1999. Throughout my breeding career, I have imported several outstanding dogs from the USA, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Austria, Russia, and Norway, and puppies from my kennel now live all over the world; I hope they have made a positive contribution to the breeding and development of these amazing breeds in their new homes. It has been deeply gratifying for me as a breeder to see dogs I bred achieve not only numerous national and international championships but also top-tier titles such as European Junior Winner, European Winner, World Junior Winner, World Winner, Crufts Winner, and Best of Breed (BOB).
In my private life, I work as a court-appointed expert in the field of agriculture.
I wish all exhibitors a wonderful time at the show.
The first litter of Bernese Mountain Dogs was born in my kennel in 1999. Throughout my breeding career, I have imported several outstanding dogs from the USA, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Austria, Russia, and Norway, and puppies from my kennel now live all over the world; I hope they have made a positive contribution to the breeding and development of these amazing breeds in their new homes. It has been deeply gratifying for me as a breeder to see dogs I bred achieve not only numerous national and international championships but also top-tier titles such as European Junior Winner, European Winner, World Junior Winner, World Winner, Crufts Winner, and Best of Breed (BOB).
In my private life, I work as a court-appointed expert in the field of agriculture.
I wish all exhibitors a wonderful time at the show.
Dogs have accompanied me and my family since childhood. 30 years ago I started breeding German Spitz - Pomeranian, my dogs can be found under the name "Rytířská tvrz”. Our dogs are champions of many countries.
During my career as a judge, I judged club, special, national and international shows in many countries. For my many years of activity for the German Spitz breed, I received the highest award - "Vereinsnadel in Gold" from the German Spitz Club ("Vereins fur Deutsche Spitze").
I became a judge in 2009, now I judge FCI groups I, V, VIII, X, the Junior Handlig competition and all kinds of final competitions.
My family always had dogs, but not always with a pedigree. In 1978, I bought my first dog with a pedigree, an Afghan Hound female, "AIDU Zlatý šíp", with which I started participating at shows. I also met my husband at the show, who also had Afghan Hounds, and he already had an FCI-registered kennel, "GANDAMAK." Since 1980, my husband Vlastislav and I have been breeding Afghan Hounds until today, and we have bred many successful dogs of this breed. Our breedings are still successful at shows, where they won many high awards and titles, such as World and European winners. We´ve bred many international and national champions. Our dogs are also active in coursing, winning the highest awards.
We also bred Deerhounds for a very short time. In 1980, we brought the first Deerhound female. At the moment, we also have Whippets, but I remained loyal to Greyhounds.
I´ve been an international FCI judge for Greyhounds since 1986. I´m an international judge for FCI groups VII., IX., X., and some breeds from the FCI groups I., V., and VI., unrecognized breeds, and for Junior Handling. I judged many international and club shows in almost all European countries, Australia, and South Africa. I was also honored to judge at the World and European Dog Show.
Since 1989, I´ve been active as a committee member of the Slovak Greyhound Club. The time spent with our Greyhounds is beautiful.
We also bred Deerhounds for a very short time. In 1980, we brought the first Deerhound female. At the moment, we also have Whippets, but I remained loyal to Greyhounds.
I´ve been an international FCI judge for Greyhounds since 1986. I´m an international judge for FCI groups VII., IX., X., and some breeds from the FCI groups I., V., and VI., unrecognized breeds, and for Junior Handling. I judged many international and club shows in almost all European countries, Australia, and South Africa. I was also honored to judge at the World and European Dog Show.
Since 1989, I´ve been active as a committee member of the Slovak Greyhound Club. The time spent with our Greyhounds is beautiful.
He works as a general and vascular surgeon and has served as a court-appointed expert since 2004. He has bred Yorkshire Terriers since 1990 and Basset Hounds since 1994 under the kennel name "Three Colour Beauty." Since 2008, he has served as the chairman of the Basset Club, organizing club shows and blood-tracking trials for hounds. He is a judge for the entire FCI Group VI and for breeds not recognized by the FCI; he became an international judge in 2017.
My very first steps in cynology began when I was fifteen years old, when I imported my first pedigree dog – Schnauzer female pepper and salt in 1980 and began to participate in exhibitions as well as in obedience training. Subsequently, my cynological stage began in full speed and I managed to breed several nationally and internationally successful individuals in shows as well as in obedience, where I also added individuals of the breed Schnauzer standard-sized - pepper and salt. I also took part in the structures of the Schnauzer´s Breeders' Club as a breeding advisor for about 15 years. Later I became the chairman of the Breeders' Club of the Bouvier des Flanders, in which I work until now. My judging career began in 1991, since then I have been acting as an international judge for the breeds Schnauzers, Dobermann, Chihuahua, Bohemian Shepher dog, Prague Ratter as well as the FCI not recognized breeds and Junior Handling.
I have been dedicated to the world of cynology since childhood. I have been a breeder of Dobermann since 2010, having previously bred Siberian Huskies for a period of four years. My focus remains on maintaining and improving the quality of the Dobermann breed. In addition to breeding, I am an FCI International Judge, qualified to judge multiple groups at international and specialty shows. My work has taken me to numerous countries, where I’ve had the privilege of sharing my expertise with dog enthusiasts worldwide. I am fluent in English, Albanian, Serbian, and Macedonian, which allows me to communicate effectively in diverse environments. When I am not judging or working with dogs, I dedicate my time to my family and my other great passion—football.
