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Preparing dogs for international competition requires not only physical conditioning but also tremendous mental focus—from both the dog and the handler.”\u003Cbr />\n— Janita Januškauskaitė-Plungė\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Competing internationally is physically and emotionally demanding. During major events, exhibitors often participate in multiple shows over just a few days while presenting different breeds.\u003Cbr />\nOne of the most memorable experiences of the year was competing in the Philippines, where the Tauro Kennel team completed a true marathon—12 international dog shows in just four days.\u003Cbr />\nEach day began at 8:00 in the morning and often continued until midnight, requiring careful planning, endurance, and teamwork.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>“Becoming the very best is never the work of a single show or even a single year. In my experience, it is often the result of decades of careful breeding, selection, and dedication. When you win a World Winner or European Winner title and walk into the main ring representing Lithuania, the feeling is impossible to describe. I always cry. They are tears of joy, pride, and gratitude.”\u003Cbr />\n— Janita Januškauskaitė-Plungė\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>International competitions also bring unexpected challenges. Every country has its own regulations, paperwork, and exhibition procedures.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>In some countries, exhibitors must carefully verify that every championship diploma is completed correctly. In others, especially outside Europe, completely different rules require careful preparation long before arrival.\u003Cbr />\nOne unforgettable experience occurred while traveling to the Philippines.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The team had purchased airline tickets for both themselves and their dogs, reserved cabin spaces, and prepared every required document. However, during a connection in Germany, they discovered that the airline operating the next flight to Singapore did not transport dogs at all.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Despite having confirmed reservations and valid documentation, they were forced to return to Lithuania and completely reorganize the journey through different countries using airlines that accepted animals.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>“It was incredibly stressful. We had done everything correctly, but airline policies are different everywhere. International showing isn’t only about presenting dogs—it also means solving unexpected problems under pressure.”\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Today, Tauro Kennel continues to represent Lithuania at the world’s most prestigious dog shows, demonstrating that a small country can successfully compete with the largest and most established kennels across the globe.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.lrytas.lt/augintinis/prieziura/2026/07/07/news/marijampoleje-duris-atvere-gyvunu-augintiniu-kapines-laidojimo-vietos-nemokamai-43069057\">Read original article\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",null,"2026-07-07",[103,112,121],{"id":104,"title":105,"url":106,"image":107,"date":101,"category":52,"excerpt":111},47689,"Lithuanian Triumph at the World’s Largest Dog Show: Bichons Take Gold","/lithuanian-triumph-at-the-worlds-largest-dog-show-bichons-take-gold/",{"src":108,"ratio":109,"alt":110},"https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i7850.jpg",0.7143654114365412,"tauro kennel team at world dog show 2018","The World Dog Show in Amsterdam attracted more than 33,500 dogs from 74 countries, making it the largest dog show in the world. Among this record-breaking number of competitors, Lithuania proudly stood out. Tauro Kennel achieved outstanding success with both its Maltese and Bichon Frisé, earning two World Winner and two World Vice Winner titles, […]",{"id":113,"title":114,"url":115,"image":116,"date":101,"category":52,"excerpt":120},47684,"Meet the Bichons Recognized as the Best in the World","/meet-the-bichons-recognized-as-the-best-in-the-world/",{"src":117,"ratio":118,"alt":119},"https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/113417921-2ae8133a-48ac-4e15-9692-0df5ba6a9ed7.jpg",0.6666666666666666,"gyvunu manija","Few people walking the streets of Lithuania would guess that two white, curly-coated Bichons with cloud-like coats are true stars of the international dog show world. Yet at prestigious dog shows around the globe, enthusiasts regularly approach Tauro Kennel breeder Janita Januškauskaitė-Plungė to take photos with these remarkable dogs. Meet Tauro Misoko and Tauro Sako—two […]",{"id":122,"title":123,"url":124,"image":125,"date":101,"category":52,"excerpt":129},47674,"Lithuanian Triumph at the European Dog Show: Three European Champion Titles for Tauro Kennel Bichons","/lithuanian-triumph-at-the-european-dog-show-three-european-champion-titles-for-tauro-kennel-bichons/",{"src":126,"ratio":127,"alt":128},"https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i1828.jpg",0.7140812821980538,"tauro kennel team European dog show 2018","Tauro Kennel proudly represented Lithuania at the prestigious European Dog Show held in Poland, achieving outstanding international success. Competing against more than 30,000 dogs from across Europe, the kennel presented 15 Maltese and Bichon Frise dogs and returned home with an impressive six major titles—including three European Champion titles and three European Vice-Champion titles. Among […]",1784639028855]