Christmas Cup 4x CACIB 2026

The NITRADOG Christmas Cup on 20 December 2026 is an official qualifying show for Crufts 2027.

For breeds recognised by the Royal Kennel Club, qualification for Crufts 2027 is awarded to the winners of Junior Dog and Junior Bitch, and to Best Dog and Best Bitch, in accordance with the qualification rules of the Royal Kennel Club.

No qualification cards will be issued. SKJ will send the list of dogs that have qualified for Crufts directly to the Royal Kennel Club.

Crufts 2027 will take place from 4 to 7 March 2027 at the NEC Birmingham, United Kingdom.

Please note that in order to exhibit a dog in the United Kingdom, the dog must be registered with the Royal Kennel Club, or the exhibitor must apply to the Royal Kennel Club for an ATC number (Authority to Compete) before entering the dog for the show.

Only breeds recognised by the Royal Kennel Club may be entered at dog shows in the United Kingdom.

More information: www.crufts.org.uk

• CAJC SR
  Certificate for the Junior Champion title of Slovakia may be awarded to dogs and bitches graded as Excellent 1st in junior class.
• CAC SR
  Certificate for the Champion of Slovakia may be awarded to dogs and bitches graded Excellent 1st in intermediate, open, working or champion class.
• Reserve CAC
  May be awarded to dogs and bitches graded as Excellent 2nd in intermediate, open, working or champion class.
• FCI CACIB
  The qualifying certificate for the International Championship. Dogs and bitches of the FCI recognized breeds that was awarded with Excellent 1 in intermediate, open, working and champion class compete for the FCI CACIB. The FCI CACIB is not automatically and compulsorily linked to the Excellent 1.
• FCI Reserve CACIB
  can be awarded to the second best dog/bitch from those with the Excellent 1 or Excellent 2 from the class where the winner has also received the FCI CACIB. It is not compulsory to award the FCI Reserve CACIB.
• FCI CACIB JUNIOR
  The qualifying certificate for the International Junior Beauty Champion title. Dogs and bitches of FCI-recognized breeds graded Excellent 1st in Junior Class compete for FCI CACIB JUNIOR.
• FCI CACIB VETERAN
  The qualifying certificate for the International Veteran Championship. Dogs and bitches of the FCI recognized breeds that received an Excellent 1 in veteran class compete for the FCI CACIB VETERAN.
• BOJ – Best Junior in Breed
  Awarded to the best male or female, that was honoured with CAJC title.
• BOV – Best of Veteran in Breed
  Awarded to dog or the bitch from veteran class.
• BOB – Best of Breed
  It can be awarded to one of the following individuals who have obtained FCI-CACIB-J, FCI CACIB, FCI-CACIB-V.
• BOS
  Best of Opposite sex.

Special titles

• NITRADOG PUPPY WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x VP1 in minor puppy or puppy class at any NITRADOG show.
• NITRADOG JUNIOR WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x CAJC at any NITRADOG show.
• NITRADOG JUNIOR SUPER WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x CACIB-JUNIOR at any NITRADOG show.
• NITRADOG WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x CAC at any NITRADOG show.
• NITRADOG SUPER WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x CACIB at any NITRADOG show.
• NITRADOG HONORARY WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x Excellent 1 in Honour class at any NITRADOG show.
• NITRADOG VETERAN WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x Excellent 1 in Veteran class at any NITRADOG show.
• NITRADOG VETERAN SUPER WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that receive 3x CACIB-VETERAN at any NITRADOG show.

The first show where certificates are counted is NITRADOG St.Nicolaus Cup 07.12.2023.

• MyDOGSHOW SK PUPPY WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG a DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x VP in the minor puppy or puppy class.
• MyDOGSHOW SK JUNIOR WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG a DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x CAJC.
• MyDOGSHOW SK JUNIOR SUPER WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG a DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x CACIB-JUNIOR.
• MyDOGSHOW SK WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG a DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x CAC.
• MyDOGSHOW SK SUPER WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG a DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x CACIB.
• MyDOGSHOW SK VETERAN WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG and DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x Exc1 in veteran class.
• MyDOGSHOW SK VETERAN SUPER WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG and DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x CACIB-VETERAN.
• MyDOGSHOW SK HONORARY WINNER
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG and DOGFESTIVAL receive at least 1x Exc1 in honour class.

The first show where certificates are counted is NITRADOG 07.12.2023

• SLOVAKIA TRIPLE CROWN WINNER 2026
  The title is awarded to dogs and bitches that on each of the shows NITRADOG, NOVOHRADDOG and DOGFESTIVAL in 2026 receive at least 1x BOB.

The first show where certificates are counted is NITRADOG 30.01.2026

JUNIOR HANDLING
competition for junior handlers and their dogs. I. category for juniors from 9 to 13 years, II. category for juniors from 14 to 17 years. The first three best cooperated couples are placed. More info: www.juniorhandling.sk , entry registration: www.clubdogshow.sk

In 2026 the Junior handling club Slovakia is holding a year-long scoring competition for junior handlers from abroad – TOP OUTLANDER JUNIOR HANDLER 2026 ! Points will also be counted from the Junior handling competitions held at our 4 shows Nitradog Christmas Cup. Registration: www.clubdogshow.sk More info:http://www.juniorhandling.sk/top-outlander/

GRAND PRIX NATIONAL BREEDS
Final competition for dogs of Slovak national breeds: Slovenský čuvač, Slovenský kopov, Slovenský hrubosrstý stavač, Československý vlčiak and Tatranský durič who won BOB.

BEST COUPLE
An owner (100% same owners on both dogs) can enter his dog and bitch of the same breed and variety, that have been judged at this show. FCI non-recognized breeds are not able to take part in this competition.

BEST BREEDER´S GROUP
A breeder can enter his breeder´s group of at least 3 dogs or bitches of the same breed, color and size, which have been judged at this show. The dogs don´t have to be owned by the breeder, but they must come from the same kennel from at least two different litters, from at least two different dams or sires. A dog / bitch can only be entered to one breeder´s group. Exhibitors are obliged to let their dogs compete in this competition when asked by the breeder. FCI non-recognized breeds are not able to take part in this competition.

BEST DOG IN THE BREEDER’S PROPERTY
A breeder may enter one dog, regardless of age or sex, from his breeding, exclusively in his ownership (not in co-ownership) and must show it in the competition himself. It is not possible to replace the exhibitor with a family member or handler. Dogs that were entered for the dog show on a given day may enter the competition. FCI non recognized breeds cannot be entered into the competition. More info here.

JUNIOR WINNER OF IDS (BEST JUNIOR IN SHOW)
This title will be awarded to the best dog of the 10 FCI group winners. 3 places are awarded.

BEST IN SHOW (BIS)
This title will be awarded to the best dog of the 10 group winners. 3 places are awarded.

JUNIOR BEST IN GROUP (JUNIOR BIG)
Dogs awarded with BOJ title are entering this competition by their respective FCI group. 3 places are awarded.

BEST IN GROUP (BIG)
A dog or bitch that was awarded the BOB title enters this competition by its respective FCI group. 3 places are awarded.

BEST MINOR PUPPY
Dogs and bitches awarded with „very promising 1“ in the minor puppy class enter this competition.

BEST PUPPY
Competition for male and female puppies, all those awarded with „very promising 1“ in the puppy class.

BEST VETERAN
Dogs and bitches awarded with BOB VETERAN (BOV) in veteran class enter this competition.

HONOUR CLASS BEST IN SHOW
Dogs and bitches awarded with „excellent 1“ in honour class enter this competition.

WORKING CLASS BEST IN SHOW
Dogs and bitches awarded with „excellent 1, CAC“ in working class enter this competition.

BEST YOUNG DOG OF FCI NON-RECOGNISED BREEDS
Dogs of FCI non-recognised breeds awarded BOJ compete in this competition.

BEST DOG OF FCI NON-RECOGNISED BREEDS
Dogs of FCI non-recognised breeds awarded BOB compete in this competition.

Every dog must be accompanied by a pet passport or vaccination certificate.

We kindly recommend vaccination against kennel cough.

• Dogs must be permanently identified by a transponder (microchip) and their identification details must be registered in the Central Register of Companion Animals in accordance with the applicable legislation.
• Please follow the instructions of the organisers and veterinarians.
• Before leaving for the show, make sure you have your dog’s pet passport or vaccination certificate with you and that all required vaccinations are valid.
• We recommend checking that your dog’s microchip can be read correctly before travelling to the show. This can help avoid unnecessary complications.
• Before approaching the veterinary checkpoint, please have your dog’s pet passport ready to avoid unnecessary delays.

Dogs of FCI non-recognised breeds with a valid registration in a studbook of an FCI member country may also participate in the shows.

The following competitions are organised for FCI non-recognised breeds:

• Best Young Dog of FCI Non-Recognised Breeds – for dogs awarded BOJ
• Best Dog of FCI Non-Recognised Breeds – for dogs awarded BOB

FCI non-recognised breeds are not eligible for FCI CACIB.

FCI non-recognised breeds CANNOT participate in the following final competitions:

• Best Couple
• Best Breeder’s Group
• Best Breeder-Owned Dog
• Best Minor Puppy
• Best Puppy
• Best Veteran
• Best of Honour Class

Commercial Terms

Rental fee: €15/day/m²
Registration fee: €40

The registration fee includes one vehicle entry to the showground during the show. Each additional vehicle is charged €40 for all show days.

Bookings are accepted until 10 December 2026.

If you require an electricity connection, this must be specified in your booking. The price of the electricity connection is stated in the order form.

Commercial stand space may only be booked for all four show days.

The minimum stand size that can be booked is 2 × 2 m.

If a larger stand is set up than the size ordered and paid for, an additional charge equal to 100% of the applicable fee will be imposed.

The number and placement of commercial stands will be determined individually after the order form has been submitted. Accepted applicants will subsequently receive an invoice.

Order

Download and fill in the *.xls ORDER FORM and send it by e-mail to: tradestand@dogshow.sk