Here we showcase the Top Dogs in Ireland.
Our Top Dogs Table is based on IKC All Breed Championship show group placings thoughout the year (1st Jan - 31st Dec) and can be viewed for all breeds or individual groups.
Our tables are dynamic, being updated as the results of each show are added to the site.
The Belcando/Show Dogs Ireland Breeder of The Year competition is again based on IKC All Breed Championship show group placings thoughout the calendar year.
The Points system for our Top Dog Tables is as follows:
For 2007 our points system has been revised. This system will accomodate the change to FCI groups in June.
Points will be awarded for Group wins based on the number of scheduled breeds with entries at the show (as per the catalogue). Any Variety will counts a 1 breed.
Group points are awarded as follows:
| Group 1 |
Number of Breeds represented |
| Group 2 |
Group 1 points less 1 |
| Group 3 |
Group 1 points less 2 |
| Group 4 |
Group 1 points less 3 |
The point system now takes into account Best in Show to 4th Best in Show with additional points awarded as follows:
| Best in Show |
40 points |
| reserve Best in Show |
30 points |
| Third Best in Show |
20 points |
| Fourth Best in Show |
10 points |
Example. For a Group with 21 breeds scheduled.
If all breeds scheduled are respresented the Group winner will receive 21 points.
If 2 scheduled breeds have received no entries the Group winner will receive 19 points (21 - 2)
If you view our Top dog Tables prior to 2007 our points system was as follows:
| Group 1 |
20 points |
| Group 2 |
15 points |
| Group 3 |
10 points |
| Group 4 |
5 points |
| Best In Show |
5 points - in addition to Group 1 points |
| Reserve BIS |
2 points - in addition to Group 1 points |
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