| International Certificate | CACIB (FCI) |
|---|---|
| Countries in Calendar | 90+ non-RU member countries |
| Minimum Age for CACIB | 15 months (Intermediate/Open/Working/Champion) |
| Title | C.I.B. / C.I.E. |
International CACIB Dog Shows: Rules, Classes, and Country Schedules
Every year, national kennel clubs affiliated with the FCI host thousands of international CACIB dog shows across Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa. Understanding official show schedules and CACIB requirements helps exhibitors plan cross-border entries.
Eligible Classes at an FCI CACIB Exhibition
At FCI-sanctioned international shows, only dogs entered in the Intermediate (15–24 months), Open (15+ months), Working (15+ months with working certificate), or Champion (15+ months with confirmed national/international title) classes can compete for the CACIB. Junior (9–18 months) and Veteran (8+ years) classes compete for CACIB-Junior and CACIB-Veteran respectively.
Requirements for C.I.B. (International Beauty Champion)
For breeds without a compulsory working trial, a dog must earn four CACIBs in at least three different countries under at least three different FCI judges, with a minimum interval of one year and one day between the first and last CACIB.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I check upcoming and past FCI shows by country?
Use the Porodoteka International Show Calendar (/en/shows/) and Country Hubs (/en/countries/), which index official FCI city and date schedules and link directly to the host country's national kennel club.
Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.