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Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Black Majesty Some Say owned and bred by Iva Raič from Croatia, has been chosen as the Best in Show dog at the World Dog Show 2025 in Helsinki. The Winner was selected by judge Harri Lehkonen.

The Finnish Kennel Clubs’ Dog Fair Finland at the Helsinki Exhibition and Convention Centre on 6–7 December, you can get to know different dog breeds and hobbies with dogs, watch dog shows and, among other things, the awarding of hero and service dogs.

People's Christmas includes a variety of treats, flowers and decorations that can be dangerous for dogs. However, for dogs, spending time together is the most important thing during the Christmas holidays. We want to remind every dog owner to spend a safe Christmas with their dog. 

On 1 September, Pirjo Onza, MBA in Entrepreneurship and Business Competence, will start working as Executive Director of the Finnish Kennel Club, Finland’s largest expert organisation on canine matters.

More than 15,000 dogs were seen in Messukeskus, Expo and Convention Centre Helsinki over the weekend in dog shows, breed presentations, and presentations on different dog sports. Koiramessut – Dog Fair Finland offered lots of programme for the whole family. Government Working Dogs of the Year and Hero Dogs were awarded at the fair, as per tradition.

For many, Christmas means time together with family and dogs. Dogs enjoy spending time together with you but do not long for Christmas treats or presents. Dogs may however be interested in tempting treats and ornaments that have appeared in the house. By observing a few important things, you can ensure a relaxed and safe Christmas for both your dog and the whole family.

Helsinki hosted the third meeting of eight European Kennel Clubs on 6th–7th September. The agenda of the meeting was about the current situation of the kennel clubs, the impact of animal welfare legislation in the participating countries, and co-operation in promoting health and welfare of dogs.  

Dog Fair Finland had altogether 37,000 visitors over the weekend. The event was a success and the highlight of the year for several dog enthusiasts. Finnish Spitz Loukkaharjun Aito Lempi was appointed as Best in Show at Voittaja Winner 2018 – e Finnish Winner show – held on Sunday. The dog is owned by Päivi Silomäki and Toivo and Anni Lielahti. The Best in Show dog at this international show was chosen by Leni Finne, Finland.

The FCI European Dog Show 2018 was held on 11th–14th October in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. More than 15,000 dogs from all over Europe, including several Finnish dogs, took part in the four-day event.