Poland / Polska
Complete FCI championship guide — all ZKwP title tracks and conditions verified from official regulations.
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.
Standard Championship Track
The core titles — Puppy, Junior, Adult, Grand, and Veteran
| Certificate | 3× Best Minor Puppy and/or Best Puppy |
| Show Quota | At least 1× from an International, Club, or Specialty show |
| Judges | Minimum 3 different judges |
| Age | 4–9 months (Minor Puppy and Puppy classes) |
| Time Limit | None |
| Certificate | 3× Youth Winner (Zwycięzca Młodzieży / JCAC) |
| Show Quota | At least 1× from an International, Club, or Specialty show |
| Judges | Minimum 3 different judges |
| Age | 9–18 months (Junior class) |
| Time Limit | None specified — all must be won within Junior class age limits |
| Certificate | 3× CWC (CAC) from Intermediate, Open, Working, or Champion class |
| Show Quota | At least 1× CWC from an International, Club, or Specialty show |
| Judges | Minimum 3 different judges |
| Time Limit | Minimum 6 months between the first and last CWC (e.g., 1.01 to 1.07) |
| Age | Minimum 15 months |
| Certificate | 3× CWC in Champion Class |
| Show Quota | Must be won at International, Champion, or World Polish Breeds shows in Poland |
| Judges | Minimum 3 different judges |
| Time Limit | None |
| Certificate | 3× Veteran Winner (Zwycięzca Weteran) |
| Show Quota | At least 1× from an International, Club, or Specialty show |
| Judges | Minimum 3 different judges |
| Age | Minimum 8 years (96 months) |
| Time Limit | None |
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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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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