Over 500 dogs were registered for the CACIB Jagodina dog show! We brought Krom to break the prejudice that the dog with white markings on chest and paws hardly makes it to the podium because it is not a “pure Sarplaninac”.
His strong build, deep chest, and dominant demeanor inside and outside the ring earned him the CACIB and BOB titles.
These results led him to the Best In Show (BIS) for domestic breeds, where he took 3rd place.
Our young female Dina won CAJC, while Kelly didn’t get a passing grade – more on that below.
List of FCI Judges
Judges | FCI Group |
|---|---|
Ljiljana Pavlović | I |
Kasum Mikšić Bjanaka (rottweiler) | II |
Polina Simić | II |
Žaklina Stojmenov (doberman-boxer) | II |
Škipić Vesna | II |
Tijana Konrad | II |
Marija Tcaneva | III |
Marija Kalčić | III, IV |
Nikolina Davidovska | V |
Sanja Bognić Momčilović | VI |
Nataša Davidović | VII |
Sanja Vreteničić | VIII |
Marija Lukić | IX, X |
What Did the Judge Look For in Our Dogs?
Our dogs were judged by Polina Simic, an international FCI judge. She breeds Caucasian Shepherds, which is a huge plus since these two breeds are very similar but have specific differences.
We honestly didn’t expect the judging to be so strict – she checked every little detail.
But it makes sense. A judge expects a lot more from an experienced breeder than from a pet owner.
Krom – White Markings on Chest and Paws
The judge knows well what the breed standard says: “Pigmented dogs may show tiny white markings at the chest and toes, but they are undesirable.”
The word “undesirable” would only matter during the ranking if Krom had faced an iron (or dark) gray dog with a much better constitution and ring presence – but in Jagodina, that wasn’t the case.
Krom got a lot of praise, though the judge had two minor criticisms: narrow rear stance and a coat that wasn’t at the level expected for a CACIB dog show.
Dina – Great Potential
Dina won over the judge with temperament and ring presence. The judging was a bit more lenient here since she was competing as a young female.
Unfortunately, we didn’t do our homework as breeders – Dina lacked proper ring training, which is clear in the video below.
She deservedly won the CAJC title because she is more than good in type and anatomy, but if there had been competition in the class, things might have gone differently.
Why Kelly Failed to Get a Positive Grade?
Kelly failed to get a positive grade because of one visible fault known as “depigmentation of visible mucous membranes,” which you can see in the photo below.
This refers to the front part of the lower lip.
Some might say “this is not a serious problem” and that a female should at least get a passing grade, but the breed standard is clear on this matter!
We have no complaints, but this judge’s decision ruined our plans for the Best in Show, as we were unable to register the breeder group.
What Happened After the Dog Show?
We left Krom in the car trailer after the dog show while a friend kept an eye over him.
A man approached to pet the dog. My friend warned him off, saying that Krom was not the dog to play with strangers.
The passerby ignored the warning, claiming that “dogs love him,” and reached over the open top of the trailer.
Krom bit him instantly!
Never approach an unknown dog to pet it without asking the owner for permission. Many “experts” claim a real Sarplaninac won’t attack anyone outside his yard. They are wrong.
When you give this dog something to guard, like the car trailer in this case, he will defend it at all costs.
About the Event
Kennel Club “Jagodina” organized this international dog show on March 26, 2011.
Established in 1964, the club currently has about 900 members and has hosted over 20,000 exhibitors throughout its history.
The club provided all the prizes, handing out trophies, medals, and diplomas to the winners.
Have you ever had problems with some people trying to pet your guard dog without asking for permission? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.
