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Poland / Polska

Complete FCI championship guide — all ZKwP title tracks and conditions verified from official regulations.

FCI Member ZKwP 5 Title Tracks Last verified: June 2025
3
CWC for Adult CH
6
Months min. period
3
JCWC for Junior CH
1+
Int/Spec show quota
5
Total title tracks
Yes
Fast-track available

Poland's championship system is administered by the Związek Kynologiczny w Polsce (ZKwP), the sole FCI-recognized national kennel club for Poland. In Poland, the national championship certificate is called CWC (Certyfikat na Wystawowego Championa), which is the exact equivalent of the international CAC. All shows must be organized under ZKwP patronage and held on Polish territory for certificates to count. Always confirm current conditions directly with zkwp.pl before applying.

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Standard Championship Track

The core titles — Puppy, Junior, Adult, Grand, and Veteran

Polish Puppy Champion
Champion Polski Szczeniąt
Puppy CH PL
Certificate3× Best Minor Puppy and/or Best Puppy
Show QuotaAt least 1× from an International, Club, or Specialty show
JudgesMinimum 3 different judges
Age4–9 months (Minor Puppy and Puppy classes)
Time LimitNone
📌 The diploma is issued ONLY in printed version. The statutory fee is 100 PLN.
Polish Junior Champion
Champion Polski Młodzieży
JCH PL
Certificate3× Youth Winner (Zwycięzca Młodzieży / JCAC)
Show QuotaAt least 1× from an International, Club, or Specialty show
JudgesMinimum 3 different judges
Age9–18 months (Junior class)
Time LimitNone specified — all must be won within Junior class age limits
Polish Champion
Champion Polski
CH PL
Certificate3× CWC (CAC) from Intermediate, Open, Working, or Champion class
Show QuotaAt least 1× CWC from an International, Club, or Specialty show
JudgesMinimum 3 different judges
Time LimitMinimum 6 months between the first and last CWC (e.g., 1.01 to 1.07)
AgeMinimum 15 months
📌 FAST TRACK (Mutual Recognition): Dogs registered in and holding a Champion title from Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Ukraine, Georgia, or Moldova only need 1× CWC obtained at an International show in Poland to become a Polish Champion.
Polish Grand Champion
Grand Champion Polski
GCH PL
Prerequisite: Dog must already hold the confirmed Polish Champion (CH PL) title.
Certificate3× CWC in Champion Class
Show QuotaMust be won at International, Champion, or World Polish Breeds shows in Poland
JudgesMinimum 3 different judges
Time LimitNone
📌 Only results achieved AFTER the date of issue of the CH PL certificate count towards the GCH PL! The diploma is issued ONLY in printed version.
Polish Veteran Champion
Champion Polski Weteranów
VCH PL
Certificate3× Veteran Winner (Zwycięzca Weteran)
Show QuotaAt least 1× from an International, Club, or Specialty show
JudgesMinimum 3 different judges
AgeMinimum 8 years (96 months)
Time LimitNone
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Find Shows in Poland

Use the DOGMASH Dog Show Map to find online entry portals for International and National shows in Poland. Never miss a registration deadline.

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Polish Canine Organizations & Schools

Direct access to verified Polish authorities and education

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Polish Club Directory

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Polish Education

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CWC in Poland? +

In Poland, the national championship certificate is called CWC (Certyfikat na Wystawowego Championa), which is the exact equivalent of the international CAC. It is awarded to the best dog and bitch in the intermediate, open, working, and champion classes.

How many CWC are needed for the Polish Champion title? +

3 CWC certificates are required for the Polish Champion title. They must be awarded by 3 different judges, and at least one CWC must be obtained at an International, Club, or Specialty show. There must be a minimum of 6 months between the first and last CWC.

Does Poland have fast-track championship agreements? +

Yes. ZKwP has mutual recognition agreements with Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova. Dogs registered in these countries that already hold their national champion title only need 1 CWC obtained at an International show in Poland to become a Polish Champion.

What are the requirements for the Polish Grand Champion? +

To become a Polish Grand Champion, the dog must already be a confirmed Polish Champion. After that, it must obtain 3 CWC certificates in the Champion Class at International or Champion shows in Poland, under 3 different judges. There is no time limit between these certificates.

How do I apply for a Polish Championship? +

Applications for Polish Championships are submitted online through the official ZKwP portal at www.e-zkwp.pl. You must upload scans of the required certificates, the dog's pedigree, and pay the statutory fee.

Where can I find upcoming shows in Poland? +

The official entry system for Poland is Wystawy.NET. The DOGMASH Dog Show Map provides direct links to online entry portals for shows in Poland and across Europe.

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