A Historic Achievement: Two Years in a Row – #1 Pomeranian Breeder in the USA

For the second consecutive year, Janita Janušauskaitė-Plungė, founder of Tauro Kennel JP, has been honored as the #1 Pomeranian Breeder in America at the prestigious American Pomeranian Club Awards 2025. 🇺🇸

This remarkable achievement once again places Lithuania and Europe at the very top of the global Pomeranian world.

A Recognition Built on 30+ Years of Dedication

At the awards ceremony, Janita shared:

“This recognition means much more than a result.
It represents responsibility, honor, and over 30 years of dedication to the Pomeranian breed.
I have never worked only for champions or for beautiful winners on podiums — I simply love the breed deeply, study it, and strive to improve it.”

Her vision has always been clear — to breed healthy, modern Pomeranians of the highest quality, while preserving the classical type, elegance, and harmony of the breed.

Today, Tauro Kennel JP holds one of the strongest Pomeranian gene pools in the world, built through decades of careful selection, responsibility, and passion.

🏆 Back-to-Back Champions from Tauro Kennel JP

For two years in a row, the #1 Pomeranian in the USA has come from Tauro Kennel JP:

2024 – #1 Tauro Burgundia

2025 – #1 Tauro Da Vinci

This year at the American Pomeranian Club National Gala Dinner, where the Top 20 Pomeranians of the year are celebrated, Tauro dogs once again stood among the elite:

🏆 Tauro Da Vinci – #1 Pomeranian in America
🏅 Tauro Zanzibar – #13 Pomeranian

Adding to this incredible success,
💠 Tauro Da Vinci was also awarded Judges’ Choice Winner, making the evening even more unforgettable.

🌍 Lithuania at the Top of the World

This achievement is especially emotional — seeing dogs bred in Lithuania 🇱🇹 and Europe 🇪🇺 competing and winning at the highest level in America 🇺🇸.

“I am incredibly proud that the #1 Pomeranian Breeder in America — for the second year in a row — lives in Lithuania and proves this title through real work and results.”

⭐ Tauro Da Vinci – #1 Pomeranian in America 2025

The highlight of the year is undeniable:
💠 Tauro Da Vinci has officially become the #1 Pomeranian in America (Breed) for 2025.

This is more than a victory — it is a historic moment where the American and Lithuanian flags stand together.

During the year, Da Vinci achieved extraordinary results:
🏆 138 Best of Breed (BOB)
🏆 25 Group 1 wins
🏆 31 Group 2 placements
🏆 28 Group 3 placements
🏆 15 Group 4 placements
🏆 Multiple Specialty Best in Show wins
🏆 Best in Show winner

He collected an impressive 1469 points, becoming the absolute leader among all Pomeranians in the USA.

At the 2026 American Pomeranian Club National, Da Vinci was also awarded the prestigious Awards of Merit, confirming his outstanding quality and consistency.

🤝 Teamwork Behind the Success

Behind these achievements stands not only exceptional breeding, but also dedicated teamwork.

Throughout the year, handler Stephanie Henschel presented Da Vinci at shows across America almost every weekend, contributing significantly to his success.

❤️ A Moment of Pride

For Tauro Kennel JP, this is more than recognition — it is a deeply emotional milestone.

“Today, I simply want to say THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart.”

This is a story of passion, dedication, and excellence — and proof that world-class success can be built in Lithuania and recognized across the globe.