The 2026 WDSF World Championship in Slovenia brought together Dutch Shepherd enthusiasts, handlers and their dogs for an international celebration of working ability, dedication and sporting excellence.

Competitors representing different countries came together to demonstrate the remarkable versatility of the Dutch Shepherd across several working and sporting disciplines.

For the Dutch Shepherd community, this championship was more than a competition. It was an opportunity to showcase the breed's abilities, strengthen international friendships and celebrate the partnership between dogs and their handlers.