Société Vaudoise de Cynologie
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GENEVA DOG SHOW

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Regulations

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR EXHIBITORS, JUDGES AND STAFF AT A DOG SHOW

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR EXHIBITORS, JUDGES AND STAFF AT A DOG SHOWDownload

SPECIFIC REGULATIONS FROM THE CANTON OF GENEVA (MUZZLE) UNDER THE DOGS ACT (RCHIENS) REGULATIONS

Dogs required to wear a muzzle must wear a basket type muzzle.

Listed dogs are ONLY accepted with a muzzle in publics areas:

American staffordshire terrier; Cane corso; Dogue argentin; Fila brasileiro; Mastiff; Matin espagnol; Matin napolitain; Presa canario; Rottweiler; Tosa; Dogue de Bordeaux; Bullmastiff; Thaï Ridgeback Dog

For the listed dogs, the leash and the muzzle are obligatory as soon as they leave the detention enclosures or show rings and assimilated as “domiciles”, in addition to the place of residence of the holders during their stay in Geneva (chamber of hotel, mobile home, etc.).

Anyone who does not follow these guidelines will be banned from entering the exhibition.
* This is an official communication from the Cantonal Veterinarian which we reproduce accordingly. The regulation is not new, but already active for over 10 years as at the European Dog Show in 2013 and at the annual show in Geneva (Geneva Shows).

CROPPED/DOCKED DOGS

It is forbidden to exhibit dogs with docked ears and/or tail. Docked dogs are not allowed to participate in shows. This applies regardless of whether the dogs have been illegally docked and imported or legally imported as emigration goods. The exhibition ban also applies to foreign owners who wish to exhibit their docked dogs in Switzerland. This is an official regulation of the Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (www.blv.ch)

CHOKE COLLARS/LEASHES

It is not allowed to use a pull or choke collar/leash at any show, inside or outside the ring.

GROOMING

At all shows, grooming of dogs beyond combing and brushing, using any aids, is prohibited. The same applies to holding a dog on a so-called gallow. Wrapping or braiding of hair is prohibited at the show. Each exhibitor will receive a confirmation of acceptance on which this regulation will be clearly emphasized in 3 languages (German, French, English).

The observance of these regulations will be controlled. In case of non-compliance with these provisions, the inspectors are authorized to draw the attention of the exhibitors to prohibit the manipulations already mentioned, or you will be instructed to leave the exhibition.

ADMISSION TO A DOG SHOW

Studbook/pedigree book
Only dogs that are registered in a FCI recognized studbook/pedigree book are admitted to dog shows.

Dogs of owners residing in Switzerland
Dogs whose owners are domiciled in Switzerland must be registered at the time of entry in an FCI-recognized studbook. However, the homologation of the title “Swiss Youth Beauty Champion”, “Swiss Beauty Champion” and “Swiss Veteran Beauty Champion” will only be given to dogs registered in the Swiss Stud Book (SHSB). In any case, the legal owner is considered to be the exhibitor.

Owner
The legal owner(s) of the dog must be listed on the entry form.

VACCINATIONS

The dog need a valid rabies vaccination in the official pet passport.


EXCLUDED DOGS

Excluded from participation in shows are:

  • Dogs that are not registered in a FCI-recognized studbook/ pedigree book or its register
  • Dogs owned by persons who have been excluded from the SKG or against whom the SKG or the FCI has imposed a show ban
  • Sick and suspected sick dogs, unilaterally or bilaterally cryptorchid or neutered males, and heavily pregnant or whelping bitches. In case of doubt, the decision on their admission is up to the veterinary inspection body designated and appointed by the AL.
  • Dogs with docked ears and/or tail.