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By having your dog vaccinated, you can protect it from dangerous infectious diseases. A dog that participates in different canine events must be accompanied by a vaccination certificate, where the dog’s identification marking as well as the expiry date of vaccinations is recorded.  In dog shows and trials in Finland, the Finnish Kennel Club’s Omakoira mobile application also serves as an official vaccination certificate.

A registration certificate is proof of your dog’s origin. All dogs living in Finland may be registered to the Finnish Kennel Club. Responsible breeders who have signed our Breeder’s Commitment Declaration register their litters.

The term puppy mill refers to a dog breeder who produces lots of pups in unsavoury conditions and on the cheap. Instead of taking care of the dogs’ needs or well-being, this kind of breeder is motivated by earning money by selling the puppies.

The Finnish Lapponian Dog shares its roots with the Lapponian Herder and the Swedish Lapphund. It is descended from the long-haired reindeer herding dogs that are common in the fell regions of Lapland and is nowadays a popular companion dog.

The Finnish Canine Museum collects, preserves and exhibits images, items and materials related to Finnish native dog breeds and canine culture all the way from the late 19th century onwards. The Finnish Canine Museum’s collections are based on the items donated to and purchased by the Finnish Kennel Club. As of 2018, the Finnish Canine Museum continues its operations under the Finnish Kennel Foundation.

The purpose of hunting trials for hounds is to find out the hunting abilities of dogs for breeding, developing enthusiasts and their cooperation as well as offering opportunities for the dogs to compete.

The Karelian Bear Dog is an old breed from the forested areas of Karelia. It is a traditional big-game hunting dog that is nowadays used by hunters to corner elk and bears.