National Purebred Dog Zootechnical Evaluations (Borgo d'Ale National Dog Show)

A day dedicated to purebred dogs in the Vercelli region

Every spring, the town of Borgo d'Ale, a small center in the Province of Vercelli, Piedmont, becomes the reference point for North-West cynology for a day. The National Purebred Dog Zootechnical Evaluations, organized by the Gruppo Cinofilo Vercellese in collaboration with the local municipality, attract around 700 dogs from all over Italy and abroad to the Exhibition Center, accompanied by breeders, exhibitors, and enthusiasts.

What are zootechnical evaluations?

This is an official event recognized by MASAF (Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry) through ENCI - the Italian National Cynology Association, of which the Gruppo Cinofilo Vercellese is a local delegation. Throughout the day, a jury of international experts evaluates dogs of breeds recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), awarding scores and qualifications valid for the dogs' show careers. Veterinarians from ENCI Servizi are also on-site for examinations and genetic disease testing, ensuring the health and proper selection of the breeds.

More than just a competition

The event is not reserved for industry professionals: the public can enter for free and approach the world of cynology in a fun and educational way. In the afternoon, the Junior Handler Competition takes place, dedicated to young handlers divided into two age groups, alongside a cultural show focused on the proper coexistence between humans and animals, dog welfare, and safety best practices. The day concludes with the awards ceremony in the evocative Ring of Honor.

A well-established event

Born in 2023, the Borgo d'Ale event has grown edition after edition to become one of the most anticipated cynological appointments in Eastern Piedmont. The setting of the Exhibition Center, on Viale dei Gracchi, offers ample indoor and outdoor space for rings, exhibitors, and pet industry operators. For dog lovers and families, it is the ideal opportunity to discover dozens of different breeds, talk to expert breeders, and spend a Sunday celebrating our four-legged friends.