Find current dog show formats, education events, breeder forums, handler workshops, and health screening days hosted by EKF.
Find current dog show formats, education events, breeder forums, handler workshops, and health screening days hosted by EKF.
What this page helps you do
This page translates federation policy into practical action. Use it to plan events, dog shows, seminars, clinics, prepare your records, and keep decisions focused on the dog in front of you rather than on trends or shortcuts.
For breeders
Confirm expectations before a decision becomes urgent. Keep health notes, temperament observations, and buyer education together so every puppy has a clear paper trail.
For clubs
Use the same language across seminars, entry forms, steward briefings, and member guidance. Consistency helps visitors trust the process.
For owners
Look for clear welfare priorities, written routines, and honest communication. A good program is easy to explain because it is built carefully.
Practical checklist
Keep current records dated within the last year wherever possible.
Review health, temperament, and daily care before making breeding or show plans.
Use plain language when explaining expectations to new puppy families.
Build rest, recovery, and safe social contact into every training plan.
Link decisions back to written standards instead of personal preference alone.