On Saturday, July 11, 2026, Smooth and Wirehaired Vizslas gathered at the Saanich Fairgrounds in British Columbia for the Vizsla Canada National Specialty. With Fabricio Pastor judging conformation and Candice Jensen judging Juvenile and Veteran Sweepstakes, the day brought together promising puppies, accomplished veterans, proven field dogs, breeders, exhibitors and friends from across the Vizsla …
What a wonderful day celebrating Canada’s National Specialty for Smooth and Wirehaired Vizslas July 11th, 2026. Our sincere thanks go to Judge Fabricio Pastor, Sweepstakes Judge Candice Jensen, our exhibitors, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who travelled from near and far to make this year’s National Specialty such a success. Congratulations to every …
A National Specialty is one of the most important annual events hosted by a national breed club. For Vizsla Canada, it is our premier conformation event celebrating both Smooth and Wirehaired Vizslas and the people who love, breed, train, handle, and live with them.
While a National Specialty includes formal judging in the show ring, it is much more than a dog show. It is a national gathering point for the Vizsla community — a place to celebrate our breeds, connect across regions, learn from one another, honour member achievements, and strengthen the future of Smooth and Wirehaired Vizslas in Canada.
2018 National Specialty Results The 2018 National Specialty was held July 21, 2018, at Hazelmere Campground, Surrey, BC, in conjunction with The Sporting Dog Spectacular Group 1 Specialties hosted by Sporting Dog BC. Congratulations to all the exhibitors on a successful event!
