Monaco
Complete FCI championship guide — all SCM title tracks and conditions verified from official regulations.
Monaco's championship system is administered by the Société Canine de Monaco (SCM), the sole FCI-recognized national kennel club for Monaco. Monaco is unique because it typically hosts only one highly prestigious International Dog Show per year (L'Exposition Canine Internationale de Monaco). Because of this, earning an Adult Monaco Championship is a rare and highly sought-after achievement, requiring exhibitors to return across multiple years. Always confirm current conditions directly with the organizers before applying.
Standard Championship Track
The core titles — Junior, Adult, and Veteran
| Requirement | 1× Excellent 1 (1st place) in the Junior Class |
| Show Type | Must be won at the Monaco International Dog Show |
| Age | 9–18 months (Junior class) |
| Time Limit | None |
| Certificate | 2× CAC (from Intermediate, Open, or Working class) |
| Judges | Minimum 2 different judges |
| Time Limit | Must be won in two different calendar years (e.g., 2024 and 2025). |
| Requirement | 1× Excellent 1 (1st place) in the Veteran Class |
| Show Type | Must be won at the Monaco International Dog Show |
| Age | Minimum 8 years (96 months) |
| Time Limit | None |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many CAC are needed for the Monaco Beauty Champion? +
2 CAC certificates are required for the Champion of Monaco title. They must be awarded by 2 different judges. Crucially, these 2 CACs must be won in two different calendar years (e.g., 2024 and 2025).
Does Monaco offer a fast-track championship? +
No. Monaco does not offer a fast-track option for foreign champions. Because they only host one show per year, they require exhibitors to return the following year to complete the adult championship.
What are the requirements for the Monaco Junior Champion? +
To become a Junior Champion of Monaco, a dog only needs 1x Excellent 1 (1st place) in the Junior Class at the Monaco International Dog Show.
What are the requirements for the Monaco Veteran Champion? +
To become a Veteran Champion of Monaco, a dog only needs 1x Excellent 1 (1st place) in the Veteran Class at the Monaco International Dog Show.
Where can I find upcoming shows in Monaco? +
Monaco typically hosts only one International Dog Show per year (L'Exposition Canine Internationale de Monaco). You can find the entry portal on the DOGMASH Dog Show Map.
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