Romanian shepherd dogs — the guardian angels of the Carpathian flocks
An essay by Cosmin Neagu on the five Romanian shepherd dog breeds — their heritage, their spirit, and the duty to keep them authentic.
National cynological association
WDF member We don't build champions. We build a part of what makes their existence possible.
The Royal Federal Canine Club brings together breeders, judges and specialists from every branch of cynology, dedicated to maintaining high standards in the breeding, selection and evaluation of purebred dogs.
CFC Royal
About the Royal Federal Canine Club
We offer breeders and owners of purebred dogs national and international representation, support in obtaining pedigree certificates, dog shows, seminars and a welcoming community in which to share your passion for dogs. We believe in dialogue, experience and projects that leave something behind.
Events calendar
The dog shows and cynological events organised under the aegis of the Royal Federal Canine Club, across the country and under international World Dog Federation patronage.
Latest news
A word at the start of the journey
A message from the President of the Royal Federal Canine Club, at the opening of the journey.
A word on judging and honour
A word from the President of the Panel of Judges on the role of the judge and the ethics without which judging does not exist.
Become a member
Join the Royal Federal Canine Club community: access to shows, kennel registration, support for breeders and institutional recognition.
Member associations & clubs
The Royal Federal Canine Club works together with cynological associations and clubs from across the country that share the same standards and values. Together we are building a strong national network, in support of breeders and purebred dogs.
View member associationsBreed standards
Here you will find the standards of the Romanian native shepherd breeds, as well as the standards of the other breeds recognised by the World Dog Federation.
View standardsCanine education
Training for judges, breeders and enthusiasts.
Centre for Cynological Competencies
Training judges, ring stewards, organisers and presenters.
Courses & webinars
Sessions on standards, breeding and care.
Judges Training — 2026 Series
The training syllabus and the Judging School course platform.
CFC–Royal in numbers
- 167
- Active members
- 20+
- Shows organised
- 23
- Registered kennels
- 10
- Licensed judges
Multimedia gallery
Images and moments from shows and events.
Posters of the first 2026 dog shows. Photo galleries to follow.
Newsletter
National cynological association
