Eleven years after Milan
With approximately 14.000 registrations reached, the first closing of the World Dog Show 2026, the most important dog event of the year, will be held at Bologna Fiere from June 3rd to 7th. The number of registrations for the various events at the first closing is similar to 2015, when the Italian dog world last hosted the World Dog Show, a resounding success. The goal of repeating the 2015 numbers and experience is therefore more than just a dream.
The response of Italian dog breeding
The organizing team is working diligently to offer adequate services to those attending, and, as always, the Italian dog breeding community is responding in the best possible way. On behalf of the Board of Directors, our first thanks go to the foreign Kennel Clubs, Specialized Associations, and Canine Groups who, in their various fields, are promoting the event. The passion of each individual breeder is doing the rest.
A great opportunity
Given the number of dogs that will be entered and the prestige of the 230 expert judges invited, it will certainly be a show of the highest technical standard, but not only that. The World Dog Show 2026 will represent a great opportunity for every breeder to exchange ideas and strengthen their expertise, thanks to the dogs present, the result of the finest selection, the attention to animal welfare as a non-negotiable value, and the presence of the best retailers presenting their finest products and services for the pet industry. The second closing date is scheduled for March 2nd. You will find all the necessary information on the dedicated communication channels. (Source: ENCI – President Dino Muto)






































