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¡á GYEONGGI KKF CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOW
Event date 2026-07-26 Participation application date 2026-06-29 ~ 2026-07-14
Place SUWONMESSE Hall 1 (37, 134 beon-gil, Sehwa-ro, Gwonseon-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea)
Bloodline closing date 2026-07-06 Final closing date 2026-07-14


Show Details

Name of the Show 2026 KOREA GRANDPRIX DOG SHOW
Date 2026-07-26 (Sunday)
Location SUWONMESSE Hall 1 (37, 134 beon-gil, Sehwa-ro, Gwonseon-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea)
Organizer
Sponsor

Judges

Mr. Sean Delmar
Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche
Mr. Julio Ronco
Mr. Raymond Yurick
Ms. Valeria Rickard
Mr. Ed Fojtik
Mr. Ashley Reid
Mr. Ming Kok Chua
Mr. Min Woo Seol

Remark

 

¡Ø Please be advised that the schedule is subject to change depending on the circumstances.

¡Ú Requirements for entering KKF dog shows ¡Ú

 - Dogs registered with the Korea Kennel Federation (KKF) or with an FCI-affiliated organization (Must be at least 3 months and 1 day old).
 - Only dogs that have received a rabies vaccination within the past year are eligible to participate.
 - From the Junior Class and above, the dog's microchip number must be recorded on the pedigree certificate to be eligible.
 - Dogs with aggressive behavior, dogs in heat, long-haired breeds that have been clipped in a way not conforming to the breed standard, or dogs with contagious diseases or skin problems are restricted from participating.

Dog show class classification

MINOR PUPPY 2026-01-26 ~ 2026-04-25 ( 3 months 1 day ~ 6 months )
PUPPY 2025-10-26 ~ 2026-01-25 ( 6 months 1 day ~ 9 months )
JUNIOR 2025-04-26 ~ 2025-10-25 ( 9 months 1 day ~ 15 months )
INTER 2024-07-26 ~ 2025-04-25 ( 15 months 1 day ~ 24 months )
OPEN 2024-07-25 ~ ( 24 months 1 day or older )
CHAMPION Dogs with Champion Title
VETERAN 2018-07-26 ~ (8 years or older )

Dog show deadline and entry fee information

* Important Dates for Dog Show Entry* *
Pedigree Application Last day of the discount period Last day for entry Refund information
07/06(Monday) 07/07(Tuesday) 07/14(Tuesday) 07/21(Tuesday)
Refund after deducting 20% of the entry fee
07/22(Wednesday)
No refunds

¡Ø After the pedigree application deadline (Including pedigree and microchip registration), applications will not be accepted.
¡Ø If you make an entry application after the final deadline, a penalty of 10,000 won per dog will be charged.
¡Ø If you are a paid member of the Korea Kennel Federation(KKF), you are eligible to apply for a discount on entry fee.
¡Ø Discounts are applied to applications and payments submitted before the last day of the discount period

* 30% discount when entering 4~9 dog shows per a dog *
Division Minor Puppy Puppy Regular
KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others
30% discount
07/07(Tuesday)
When applying for 4~9 show
KRW 35,000 KRW 35,000 KRW 35,000 KRW 42,000 KRW 42,000 KRW 49,000
* 10% discount when entering 3 dog shows per a dog *
Division Minor Puppy Puppy Regular
KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others
10% discount
07/07(Tuesday)
When applying for 3 show
KRW 45,000 KRW 45,000 KRW 45,000 KRW 54,000 KRW 54,000 KRW 63,000
* 10% discount when entering 2 dog shows per a dog *
Division Minor Puppy Puppy Regular
KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others
10% discount
07/07(Tuesday)
When applying for 2 show
KRW 45,000 KRW 45,000 KRW 45,000 KRW 54,000 KRW 54,000 KRW 63,000
* 10% discount when entering 1 dog shows per a dog *
Division Minor Puppy Puppy Regular
KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others
10% discount
07/07(Tuesday)
When applying for 1 show
KRW 45,000 KRW 45,000 KRW 45,000 KRW 54,000 KRW 54,000 KRW 63,000
* Dog show entry fee information *
Division Minor Puppy Puppy Regular
KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others KKF FCI and others
Entry Fee

KRW 50,000 KRW 50,000 KRW 50,000 KRW 60,000 KRW 60,000 KRW 70,000

Payment Bank account and refund information

 Shinhan Bank 140-005-427759  Account Holder: Korea Kennel Federation
 ¡Ø If deposited to a different account, confirmation may be delayed.


  Refund Policy
- Entry cancellations are only accepted via email. (Phone cancellations are not accepted)
  - Full refund if requested before the final deadline. (No carry-over allowed)
  - If requested after the final deadline: 20% will be deducted from the total amount before refund. (No carry-over allowed)
    (Refund requests can only be made up to 3 days before the event. After that, no refund will be provided.)

Judges

Mr. Sean Delmar
(Ireland)

FCI/IKC All Breed Judge

Former IKC President

Delegate of FCI Europe Section Committee

Mr. Sean Delmar has bred Terriers under the 'Shillelagh', one of Ireland¡¯s most renowned kennels, having bred numerous top-ranking dogs. He is particularly celebrated for his success with native Irish breeds, including the Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, the Irish Terrier, and the Kerry Blue Terrier.

He has officiated at many of the world¡¯s most prestigious canine events, including the FCI World Dog Show, FCI Section Shows, Crufts, and the Eukanuba World Challenge. His extensive and distinguished judging career has taken him to over 50 countries across the globe.

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche
(Finland)

FCI/FI All Breed Judge

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche is from Finland with over 30 years of experience and a specialized breeder of Maltese, Poodles, and Yorkshire Terriers. Under the kennel 'Supers Supers' and 'My Supers', he has bred more than 200 World, European, International, and National Champions. Dogs he has bred have achieved the prestigious honor of winning multiple Best in Show (BIS) and Best of Group (BOG) titles at world-class stages, including the World Dog Show and various international dog show.

Since 2011, he has expanded his expertise to Pomeranians, earning numerous prestigious titles including All-Breed Top Dog. With 35 years of experience as a professional groomer, breeder, and handler, he has dedicated his life to dogs. Currently, he is recognized for his profound expertise, serving as a judge at major dog shows around the world.

Mr. Julio Ronco
(Panama)

FCI/PBKC All Breed Judge

PBKC President

Mr. Julio Ronco¡¯s first dog was a Hungarian Vizsla, but the breed that first captivated him was the German Shepherd. In 1991, he participated in his first dog show with a female Boxer. He went on to register his first Boxer litters and bred his first champion in 1996 under his kennel, 'afijo.'

In 1996, He started working as a ring steward (Secretario de pista) for dog shows organized by the Panama Kennel Club. In 2000, he began his national judge¡¯s training and judged his first breeds in 2001.

In December 2004, he judged his first show in Panama. In December 2005, he officially qualified as a National All Breed. Since starting his international judging career in April 2007, he has extensive experience judging in many countries, including Costa Rica, Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, El Salvador, Colombia, Mexico, Cuba, Guatemala, Ecuador, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Uruguay, the Philippines, Chile, Argentina, and Australia.

Mr. Raymond Yurick
(Canada)

CKC All Breed Judge

Mr. Raymond Yurick began his journey in the dog world as a junior handler, primarily showing Afghan Hounds and Whippets. His passion for the Hound group began forty years ago when he has his first personal dog, an Afghan Hound.

After graduating from high school, he continued a career as a professional handler, starting as an assistant to top handlers in Canada. As an All Breed Handler, he has had the honor of winning numerous Best in Shows (BIS) and National Specialties throughout Canada and the United States.

Throughout his career, he has owned and co-bred many breeds, including Afghan Hounds, Pointers, West Highland White Terriers, Australian Terriers, Wire Fox Terriers, Bichon Frises, Toy and Miniature Poodles, and Bouviers des Flandres. He is particularly well-known for breeding Whippets under the kennel 'Brushwood' and 'Bretica'. He has bred numerous AWC and NWCC National Specialty winners, Canadian and American BIS winners, and numerous champions.

In addition to his successful handling career, he has spent the last 12 years as a judge, boasting an extensive judging history across Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Australia.

Ms. Valeria Rickard
(United States)

AKC Group Judge

Best In Show

Ms. Valeria Rickard bred her first litter of Airedale Terriers sired by a dog of her own breeding. Prior to her work with Airedales, she bred Welsh Terriers, producing numerous champions. Her lifelong passion for purebred dogs, combined with her extensive medical knowledge, to becoming an AKC judge.

In addition to her judging career, Ms. Valeria Rickard has co-authored two veterinary textbooks and frequently conducts seminars and presentations on dog breeding and related canine topics. She is also a regular contributor to various magazines and newsletters, including 'Terrier Type'.

Mr. Ed Fojtik
(United States)

AKC Group Judge

Best In Show

Mr. Ed Fojtik has been surrounded by Giant Schnauzers his entire life, as his parents began breeding them under the kennel 'Tanglewood' in 1969. He has bred numerous over 50 champions, including six All-Breed Best in Show (BIS) winners and World Champions. Since he began his journey at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 2001, he has consistently achieved outstanding results at numerous shows over the years.

Currently, he serves as the President of the Dubuque Kennel Club. He is a highly active judge both in the United States and internationally, with a distinguished judging history that includes officiating at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, one of the three most prestigious dog shows in the world.

Mr. Ashley Reid
(Australia)

FCI/ANKC All Breed Judge

Mr. Ashley Reid entered the world of purebred dogs in 1976, starting his career exhibiting Old English Sheepdogs and Collies. Under the kennel 'Aryed', he has bred Best in Show winners and champions across 20 different breeds. His Tibetan Terrier holds the record for winning the most Best in Shows in Australia and New Zealand over the past decade.

In his judging career, he had the honor of officiating Tibetan Terriers at the 2008 World Dog Show in Switzerland. He boasts an extensive judging history, having presided over numerous breed specialty shows and prestigious dog shows around the world.

Mr. Ming Kok Chua
(Singapore)

FCI/SKC All Breed Judge

SKC President

Mr. Chua Ming Kok entered the dog world in 1990 and has since bred and owned numerous champions across a wide variety of breeds, including German Shepherd Dogs, Welsh Corgis, Shetland Sheepdogs, Irish Setters, English Springer Spaniels, Golden Retrievers, English Bulldogs, Papillons, Toy Poodles, Kerry Blue Terriers, Welsh Terriers, West Highland White Terriers, Miniature Schnauzers, and Miniature Long-haired Dachshunds.

Over the past 20 years, he has lived in Germany, Australia, and the United States, dedicating himself to becoming an international judge and canine expert. These global experiences have led him to his current role as the President of the Singapore Kennel Club, where he is actively working toward the development of the canine community in Singapore. Since beginning his judging career in the United Kingdom in 2005, he has extensive experience judging in many countries, including New Zealand, China, Australia, Japan, Brazil, Finland, and the United States.

Mr. Min Woo Seol
(Korea, Republic of)

FCI/KKF All Breed Judge

FCI/KKF Grooming Judge

Chairman of KKF International Grooming Committee for Technology and Standards

Mr. Min Woo Seol is an international judge representing South Korea, holding titles as both an FCI All Breed Dog Show and an FCI International Grooming. He previously served as an advisor to the International Grooming Committee for Technical Standards (IGCTS) and currently chairs the KKF International Grooming Committee for Technology and Standards, where he contributes to the development of the global canine industry and international judging standards.

Since 1992, he has dedicated himself to breeding and handling various breeds, including Poodles, Bichon Frise, Schnauzers, and Rottweilers, and has bred numerous champions. Under his kennel, 'White Moon Magics', he has achieved world-class breeding success with Toy, Miniature, and Medium Poodles, with his dogs earning prestigious No. 1 rankings across these varieties.

After becoming a Group Judge, he has judged at dog shows and grooming competitions in South Korea, Australia, Russia, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Mongolia, Indonesia, Taiwan, India, Peru, and Brazil. Furthermore, he participated in the production of the official FCI Grooming Manual and was the first Korean lecturer to conduct international grooming seminars in countries such as Russia, Australia, India, Brazil, Malaysia, and Peru, promoting the excellence of Korean grooming techniques worldwide. His distinguished career includes judging at the 1st FCI World Grooming Championship, the JKC Tokyo Headquarters Grooming Competition, and various FCI International Grooming Competitions. His international reputation was further solidified by his official invitation as the first-ever Korean judge for the FCI World Dog Show Mexico 2028. Based on his vast international experience and deep breed knowledge, Min-Woo Seol is highly trusted by breeders and handlers worldwide for his judging philosophy, which emphasizes objective and accurate evaluation while balancing both the functionality and beauty of the breed.

Judge assignment

*The BIS judges for each class can be found in the table below.*

07/24(Fri) Gyeonggi Gwonseon FCI & FCI A2O & KKF Dog Show

 Breed Standard Group

 FCI Dog Show

Judge

 FCI A2O Dog Show

Judge

 KKF Dog Show

Judge

 Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)

Mr. Raymond Yurick

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid Breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 3: Terriers

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 4: Dachshunds

Mr. Chua Ming Kok

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types

Mr. Julio Ronco

Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 Group 6: Scenthounds and Related Breeds

Mr. Julio Ronco

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 7: Pointing Dogs

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs

Mr. Chua Ming Kok

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Julio Ronco

 Group 9: Companion and Toy Dogs

Mr. Sean Delmar

Mr. Ashley Reid

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 10: Sighthounds

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

 Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 M.P. BIS

Mr. Julio Ronco 

Mr. Min Woo Seol

Ms. Valeria Rickard

 P. BIS

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche 

Mr. Ashley Reid 

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 J. BIS

Mr. Sean Delmar 

Mr. Chua Ming Kok 

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 BIS

Mr. Julio Ronco

Min Woo Seol

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 

07/25 (Sat) Suwon FCI & FCI A2O & KKF Dog Show


Breed Standard Group

 FCI Dog Show

Judge

 FCI A2O Dog Show

Judge

 KKF Dog Show

Judge

 Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)

Mr. Julio Ronco

 Mr. Ashley Reid 

 Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid Breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs

Mr. Julio Ronco

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Group 3: Terriers

Mr. Julio Ronco

 Mr. Chua Ming Kok 

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 Group 4: Dachshunds

Mr. Julio Ronco

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types

Mr. Sean Delmar 

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 6: Scenthounds and Related Breeds

Mr. Chua Ming Kok

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 Group 7: Pointing Dogs

Mr. Julio Ronco

Mr. Ashley Reid

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs

Mr. Sean Delmar

Mr. Raymond Yurick

Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 9: Companion and Toy Dogs

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

Mr. Min Woo Seol

Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 10: Sighthounds

Mr. Julio Ronco

Mr. Ashley Reid

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 M.P. BIS

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

Mr. Ashley Reid

Mr. Raymond Yurick

 P. BIS

Mr. Sean Delmar

Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 J. BIS

Mr. Julio Ronco

Mr. Min Woo Seol

Mr. Ed Fojtik

 BIS

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

  

07/26 (Sun) Gyeonggi FCI & FCI A2O & KKF Dog Show


Breed Standard Group

 FCI Dog Show

Judge

 FCI A2O Dog Show

Judge

 KKF Dog Show

Judge

 Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)

 Mr. Sean Delmar

Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche 

Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid Breeds, Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs

 Mr. Sean Delmar

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 3: Terriers

 Mr. Sean Delmar

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 4: Dachshunds

 Mr. Sean Delmar

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types

 Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 6: Scenthounds and Related Breeds

 Mr. Sean Delmar

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 7: Pointing Dogs

 Mr. Sean Delmar

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs

 Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 Group 9: Companion and Toy Dogs

 Mr. Julio Ronco

 Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 Group 10: Sighthounds

 Mr. Sean Delmar

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 M.P. BIS

 Mr. Sean Delmar

 Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

 P. BIS

 Mr. Julio Ronco

Mr. Min Woo Seol

 Mr. Raymond Yurick

 J. BIS

 Mr. Laurent Lauri Heinesche

 Mr. Ashley Reid

 Ms. Valeria Rickard

 BIS

 Mr. Sean Delmar

 Mr. Chua Ming Kok

 Mr. Ed Fojtik

Dog Show Booth Application Information

Category Online Application Phone Application
Application Start Date From 9:00 AM, Tuesday, June 26 From 9:00 AM, Wednesday, June 27
How to Apply Apply via booth application page Call 02-2278-0661
Only phone applications accepted

¡Ø Each person may apply for up to two booths (based on 3m x 3m per booth).
¡Ø Applications may close early if fully booked.
¡Ø Booth cancellations must be requested via email only. (Phone cancellations not accepted)
¡Ø If canceled after the final deadline for the dog show, a 10% cancellation fee will be charged.
If the cancellation fee is not paid, you will not be eligible to apply for booths at future dog shows.
(Cancellations and refunds are only available up to 3 days before the event.)

Other precautions

- The event will proceed as scheduled even in case of rain.
- Items to bring: tissue, garbage bag, power strip
- The above schedule may change depending on the organizer.

Venue Location

Addr : SUWONMESSE Hall 1 (37, 134 beon-gil, Sehwa-ro, Gwonseon-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea)