
13/04/2025
The Last Day in Brno: A Farewell to the European Dog Show
As the sun set on the final day of the European Dog Show in Brno, the air was filled with more than just the sounds of applause and the rustle of eager paws — it was filled with emotion, pride, and the quiet echo of dreams come true.
For days, the halls of the Brno Exhibition Centre had pulsed with life. The energy of handlers, judges, breeders, and dogs from all corners of Europe was infectious. Every ring told a different story — of effort, excellence, and unbreakable bonds. But on this last day, something shifted. The excitement was still there, but beneath it lay a softness. A collective understanding that this chapter was closing.
The final ceremony was a celebration, but also a farewell — the kind that stays with you long after the lights dim. Under the brilliant spotlights of the main ring, the best of the best stepped forward. Their movements were graceful, focused, and proud — not just performances, but proof of years of dedication. Each wag, each glance between dog and handler, felt like a quiet thank you.
There was silence just before the big announcements. And then, joy. The crowd erupted. Embraces, happy tears, and raised arms greeted the winners. But beyond the trophies and the titles, there was something more moving: the sense of community. In that final moment, competitors became companions. Strangers clapped for strangers. Everyone understood how much it had taken to get there.
Outside the ring, people lingered longer than usual — reluctant to leave, trying to soak in every last second. Dogs rested with their heads on their handlers’ feet, tired but content. Cameras flashed one last time. Friends took final photos. Promises were made: See you next year. Let’s keep in touch.
The European Dog Show in Brno was not just an event. It was a reminder of how much love, effort, and spirit lives in this world of dogs. And as the doors finally closed, the silence left behind wasn’t empty — it was full of memories.
Until next time.
The winner of the BIS @ EDS BRNO- ZAIDA BINT MUTI VON HAUSSMAN, breeder Ramon Podesta (Chile) , owner & handled by W***y Santiago