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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, […]","https://www.taurokennel.com/lithuanian-triumph-at-the-worlds-largest-dog-show-bichons-take-gold/","Tauro Kennel","2026-07-07T10:13:36+00:00","2026-07-07T10:17:48+00:00",[28],{"width":29,"height":30,"url":9,"type":31},"3585","2561","image/jpeg","misoko","summary_large_image",{"Written by":32,"Est. reading time":35},"2 minutes",{"@context":37,"@graph":38},"https://schema.org",[39,53,66,68,78,83],{"@type":40,"@id":41,"isPartOf":42,"author":43,"headline":45,"datePublished":25,"dateModified":26,"mainEntityOfPage":46,"wordCount":47,"image":48,"thumbnailUrl":9,"articleSection":50,"inLanguage":52},"Article","https://www.taurokennel.com/lithuanian-triumph-at-the-worlds-largest-dog-show-bichons-take-gold/#article",{"@id":23},{"name":32,"@id":44},"https://www.taurokennel.com/#/schema/person/745b55a238edfe00750b9ed5e0a58dea","Lithuanian Triumph at the World’s Largest Dog Show: Bichons Take Gold",{"@id":23},"472",{"@id":49},"https://www.taurokennel.com/lithuanian-triumph-at-the-worlds-largest-dog-show-bichons-take-gold/#primaryimage",[51],"Press","en-US",{"@type":54,"@id":23,"url":23,"name":13,"isPartOf":55,"primaryImageOfPage":57,"image":58,"thumbnailUrl":9,"datePublished":25,"dateModified":26,"author":59,"breadcrumb":60,"inLanguage":52,"potentialAction":62},"WebPage",{"@id":56},"https://www.taurokennel.com/#website",{"@id":49},{"@id":49},{"@id":44},{"@id":61},"https://www.taurokennel.com/lithuanian-triumph-at-the-worlds-largest-dog-show-bichons-take-gold/#breadcrumb",[63],{"@type":64,"target":65},"ReadAction",[23],{"@type":67,"inLanguage":52,"@id":49,"url":9,"contentUrl":9,"width":29,"height":30,"caption":11},"ImageObject",{"@type":69,"@id":61,"itemListElement":70},"BreadcrumbList",[71,76],{"@type":72,"position":73,"name":74,"item":75},"ListItem","1","Home","https://taurokennel.netlify.app/",{"@type":72,"position":77,"name":45},"2",{"@type":79,"@id":56,"url":80,"name":81,"description":82,"inLanguage":52},"WebSite","https://www.taurokennel.com/","Tauro Kennel.","Care you can see, feel, and love.",{"@type":84,"@id":44,"name":32,"sameAs":85,"url":87},"Person",[86],"https://www.taurokennel.com","https://www.taurokennel.com/author/misoko/",[89,91],{"url":23,"code":90,"locale":90,"default":4},"en",{"url":92,"code":93,"locale":93,"default":94},"https://www.taurokennel.com/lt/lietuvos-triumfas-didziausioje-pasaulyje-sunu-parodoje-auksa-laimejo-bisonai/","lt",false,"/lithuanian-triumph-at-the-worlds-largest-dog-show-bichons-take-gold/","\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The \u003Cstrong>World Dog Show in Amsterdam\u003C/strong> attracted more than \u003Cstrong>33,500 dogs from 74 countries\u003C/strong>, making it the largest dog show in the world.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Among this record-breaking number of competitors, Lithuania proudly stood out. \u003Cstrong>Tauro Kennel\u003C/strong> achieved outstanding success with both its \u003Cstrong>Maltese\u003C/strong> and \u003Cstrong>Bichon Frisé\u003C/strong>, earning \u003Cstrong>two World Winner and two World Vice Winner titles\u003C/strong>, while the kennel itself was ranked among the \u003Cstrong>Top 6 Kennels in the World\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">“We have participated in many international dog shows over the years and have received numerous awards, but this year was especially meaningful—not only for us, but also for Lithuania. The Amsterdam World Dog Show broke every previous participation record, making it the largest event of its kind. Standing out among the world’s best breeders was an incredible challenge. The competition was exceptionally strong, so we are truly proud of these achievements and of representing Lithuania on the international stage.”\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">— \u003Cstrong>Janita Januškauskaitė-Plungė\u003C/strong>, Founder of Tauro Kennel\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">More than \u003Cstrong>200 international judges\u003C/strong> evaluated thousands of carefully prepared dogs throughout the event.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The competition included \u003Cstrong>81 Maltese\u003C/strong> and \u003Cstrong>79 Bichon Frisés\u003C/strong>, with Tauro Kennel achieving remarkable results:\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-47692 alignright\" src=\"https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i7119-727x1024.jpg\" alt=\"tauro kennel bichon frise and maltese\" width=\"455\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i7119-727x1024.jpg 727w, https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i7119-426x600.jpg 426w, https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i7119-768x1082.jpg 768w, https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i7119-1090x1536.jpg 1090w, https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/d44i7119-1453x2048.jpg 1453w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px\" />World Dog Show Results\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">\u003Cstrong>Bichon Frisé\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul data-spread=\"false\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Tauro Misoko\u003C/strong> – \u003Cstrong>World Winner\u003C/strong>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Tauro Sakko\u003C/strong> – \u003Cstrong>World Vice Winner\u003C/strong>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">\u003Cstrong>Maltese\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul data-spread=\"false\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Tauro Burė\u003C/strong> – \u003Cstrong>World Junior Winner\u003C/strong>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Tauro Thunder\u003C/strong> – \u003Cstrong>World Vice Winner\u003C/strong>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Tauro Kennel’s Bichon Frisés had already established an impressive reputation before Amsterdam, consistently earning top awards at major international events. This success continued at the World Dog Show, further strengthening the kennel’s international standing.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The kennel itself also received outstanding recognition, finishing \u003Cstrong>6th among 149 competing kennels\u003C/strong> from around the world.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">“People often ask me how to raise a champion. Of course, proper nutrition, grooming, training, and conditioning are all important. But above everything else, I believe in building a genuine relationship with the dog. Every dog must feel loved, respected, and confident. Our World Winner, Tauro Misoko, stood out from a very young age. He always looked into my eyes, watched my reactions, and wanted to work together with me. That connection between dog and handler is something judges can often see.”\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">— \u003Cstrong>Janita Januškauskaitė-Plungė\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The World Dog Show is not only a competition but also a test of endurance. Exhibitors and dogs must maintain their focus throughout long days, often moving quickly between rings located as far as \u003Cstrong>1.5 kilometers apart\u003C/strong>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>The Amsterdam event is also renowned for its exceptionally high animal welfare standards. Dedicated welfare teams monitored every participant to ensure each dog had access to fresh food and water, adequate rest, and proper care. One of the strictest rules prohibited leaving dogs unattended in vehicles during warm weather. Any welfare violation resulted in immediate disqualification, reflecting the organizers’ commitment to protecting the health and well-being of every dog participating in the event.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.lrytas.lt/augintinis/pamatyk/2018/08/20/news/didziausioje-sunu-parodoje-pasaulyje-lietuviu-triumfas-grazuoliai-bisonai-skyne-auksa-7315325\">Link to original article\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",null,"2026-07-07",[100,109,118],{"id":101,"title":102,"url":103,"image":104,"date":98,"category":51,"excerpt":108},47704,"Lithuanian Dogs Triumph at International Dog Shows Around the World","/lithuanian-dogs-triumph-at-international-dog-shows-around-the-world/",{"src":105,"ratio":106,"alt":107},"https://taurokennel.kika.lt/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/b69i2737-3840x2743.jpg",0.7143229166666667,"tauro kennel team at dog show","Latvia, Estonia, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Ukraine, Malaysia, the Philippines, and many more countries—these are just some of the places where Tauro Kennel has proudly represented Lithuania, earning the highest awards with its Maltese, Bichon Frisés, and Pomeranians. Throughout the year, Tauro Kennel successfully competed at numerous international dog shows, European Dog Shows, and […]",{"id":110,"title":111,"url":112,"image":113,"date":98,"category":51,"excerpt":117},47684,"Meet the Bichons Recognized as the Best in the World","/meet-the-bichons-recognized-as-the-best-in-the-world/",{"src":114,"ratio":115,"alt":116},"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":119,"title":120,"url":121,"image":122,"date":98,"category":51,"excerpt":126},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":123,"ratio":124,"alt":125},"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 […]",1784639029010]