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Showing in Spain and Portugal: what to know
The answer
Two FCI countries, shows all year round and a climate that changes how you prepare.
Who runs the shows
In Spain, the Real Sociedad Canina de España (RSCE); in Portugal, the Clube Português de Canicultura (CPC). Both are FCI members: international shows award the CACIB, and the national certificate is called the CAC.
On the day
Heat comes first: in summer many shows judge early in the morning or in the evening. Bring water, shade and a cooling mat.
The EU pet passport is enough when travelling from another EU country, with a microchip and a valid rabies vaccination.
Rules change: always check the current conditions on the national kennel club's and the organiser's websites before entering.