Dogs or bitches that show aggression, dogs whose testicles have not descended, dogs who do not correspond to their breed standard, or dogs with incorrect coat colour, faulty jaws or teeth or other characteristic that could threaten their future health will be graded Disqualified. This grading also applies where a judge suspects a dog has undergone treatment to fix or improve a feature. Dogs or bitches that do not allow themselves to be examined, or who will not walk around the ring will be graded Cannot Be Judged. Sufficient dogs or bitches correspond adequately to their breed characteristics but their physical condition may have room for improvement. Very Good is awarded to dogs or bitches that show class, while Good is given to those with the main characteristics and features of its breed but with some faults also. These dogs or bitches may have minor imperfections but they are overlooked when other features are of superior quality and the dog is considered high class. The Excellent grade is awarded to dogs or bitches that show the characteristics of its breed, are very well presented, have a well-balanced temperament, excellent structure and excellent posture and move well around the ring. They are then graded by the judge as Excellent, Very Good, Good, Sufficient, Cannot Be Judged or Disqualified.

When grading dogs and bitches in each class, judges will check their movement as they walk around the ring and also examine their teeth, structure and posture. Entry into only one breed class is allowed for each dog or bitch. Veteran (dogs over eight years of age).Ī veteran dog that is also a champion may enter either the Veteran or Champion class, but not both.Champion (dogs who have gained a Champion title under IKC rules or those of another recognised kennel authority).Intermediate (dogs aged between 15 and 24 months).Junior (dogs aged between nine and 18 months).Puppy (dogs aged between six and twelve months).Baby Puppy (dogs aged between four and six months) – dogs from this class can only be shown at Breed Club shows.There are ten FCI groups for a variety of different breeds and the class divisions are:

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