AKC Conformation · Mexico City, Mexico
FCM Universal Championship
November 12–15, 2026 — the first AKC-licensed shows ever held in Mexico: four all-breed shows, 20 concurrent specialties, and an FCM special-attraction show each day at Expo Santa Fe
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The FCM Universal Championship is the first AKC-licensed dog show weekend ever held in Mexico: four days of all-breed shows hosted by the Federación Canófila Mexicana (FCM) at Expo Santa Fe in Mexico City, with an FCM special-attraction show each day for Foundation Stock Service, Miscellaneous, and non-AKC-recognized breeds judged to FCI standards.
- Dates
- November 12–15, 2026 (Thursday–Sunday)
- Venue
- Expo Santa Fe, Mexico City
- Host club
- Federación Canófila Mexicana
- Format
- All-Breed (unbenched) + FCM special-attraction show daily
- Entries
- Open — close Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at noon Central (deadline extended from October 14)
- Show hours
- 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily
More about this show
Verified October 25, 2026 · Dates, venue, closing date, fees, and specialties verified via the official Onofrio premium list; event details via the AKC FCM Universal Championship page.
- Points
- Division 12 point schedule
- Filming
- Groups and Best in Show on Saturday filmed for AKC.tv
- Site opens
- Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.; dogs must be removed 3 hours after Best in Show on Sunday
Entries close October 28
Entry fees are per dog, per show.
- Superintendent
- Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C.
- Entry fee
- $60 per dog, per show
- Junior Showmanship
- Free
- Entries close
- Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at noon Central (or when the numerical limit is reached)
- Enter
- Registration closed (select FCM Universal Championship)
- Entry limits
- 20 breeds are limited to 100 entries at the concurrent specialty and at the all-breed show on the day of the specialty: Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Cocker Spaniels, Afghan Hounds, Beagles, Boxers, Cane Corsos, Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers, Siberian Huskies, American Staffordshire Terriers, Bull Terriers, Miniature Schnauzers, Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, Yorkshire Terriers, Bulldogs, French Bulldogs, Xoloitzcuintli, and Australian Shepherds
Judging program (ring times) not yet published as of October 25, 2026 — check back closer to the show.
Champion of Champions: the weekend also includes the 2026 FCM Champion of Champions Tournament. Direct entries for that tournament go through akc.fcm.mx before the closing date.
| Day | Show |
|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 12 | Federación Canófila Mexicana — AKC-licensed all-breed show (AKC event no. 2026787301) · FCM special-attraction show (FSS, Miscellaneous, and non-AKC-recognized breeds, judged to FCI standards) · AKC Junior Showmanship · Concurrent specialties: Boxer, Cane Corso, Bull Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, Yorkshire Terrier |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Federación Canófila Mexicana — AKC-licensed all-breed show (AKC event no. 2026787302) · FCM special-attraction show · AKC Junior Showmanship · Concurrent specialties: Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, Siberian Husky, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bulldog |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Federación Canófila Mexicana — AKC-licensed all-breed show (AKC event no. 2026787303) · FCM special-attraction show · AKC Junior Showmanship · Concurrent specialties: Labrador Retriever, Afghan Hound, Doberman Pinscher, Chihuahua, Xoloitzcuintle · Groups and Best in Show filmed for AKC.tv |
| Sun, Nov 15 | Federación Canófila Mexicana — AKC-licensed all-breed show (AKC event no. 2026787304) · FCM special-attraction show · AKC Junior Showmanship · Concurrent specialties: Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, Pomeranian, French Bulldog, Australian Shepherd |
Show hours 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. The show site opens to exhibitors Wednesday, November 11 at 9:00 a.m.; dogs must be removed 3 hours after Best in Show on Sunday.
Twenty concurrent specialties run alongside the all-breed shows — five each day — all listed in the official premium list. Each concurrent specialty club offers a rosette for Best of Breed.
Thursday, November 12
- Boxer — Mr Hal T Biermann (event no. 2026790901)
- Cane Corso — Ms Denise Flaim (event no. 2026791701)
- Bull Terrier — Patricia M Cruz (event no. 2026791601)
- Miniature Schnauzer — Mr David J Kirkland (event no. 2026791801)
- Yorkshire Terrier — David Fitzpatrick (event no. 2026791901)
Friday, November 13
- Cocker Spaniel — Mr Douglas A Johnson (event no. 2026792001)
- Beagle — Mr Edmund Dziuk (event no. 2026792801)
- Siberian Husky — Ms Pamela S Lambie (event no. 2026793001)
- American Staffordshire Terrier — Dr Valeria Rickard (event no. 2026792301)
- Bulldog — Mr Robin L Stansell (event no. 2026791101)
Saturday, November 14
- Labrador Retriever — Michael H Faulkner (event no. 2026791301)
- Afghan Hound — Dennis B Sprung (event no. 2026791001)
- Doberman Pinscher — Mrs Victoria Seiler-Cushman (event no. 2026792901)
- Chihuahua — Mr Harold ‘Red’ Tatro III (event no. 2026791201)
- Xoloitzcuintle — Jason Hoke (event no. 2026791401)
Sunday, November 15
- Golden Retriever — Dr Donald Sturz Jr (event no. 2026792601)
- Rottweiler — Ms Dawn Hitchcock (event no. 2026792701)
- Pomeranian — Mrs Angela Pickett (event no. 2026792501)
- French Bulldog — Mr George Milutinovich (event no. 2026792401)
- Australian Shepherd — Dr Thomas M Davies (event no. 2026791501)
Find the venue
The venue
Expo Santa Fe
Av. Santa Fe 270, Alvaro Obregon 01210
Mexico City, CDMX
Indoors. Show hours 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Show site available to exhibitors Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.; dogs must be removed 3 hours after Best in Show on Sunday, November 15.
Dog-friendly lodging
- The Paragon Hotel Mexico City Santa Fe by Accor — Juan Salvador Agraz 97, Santa Fe, Contadero, Cuajimalpa de Morelos, 05348, Ciudad de México. Official host hotel — all reservations must use code FCM UNIVERSAL CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOWS 2026. Reservations: +52 55 1105 0170. Call ahead to confirm pet policy.
Always confirm the pet policy when booking.
Parking
Expo Santa Fe parking is independent of FCM and not operated by it. Prepaid exhibitor rate $150 MXN if purchased before the deadline; hourly rates about $50–$300 MXN (maximum $300/day); the DRIVE app is recommended for faster payment; a free shuttle runs from an alternate lot; 15-minute grace period to exit after payment.
Venue guide — shared by every show at this location. Last verified 2026-10-25. Per-show details for this weekend (RV, admission, grooming) are below.
Traveling with dogs: effective August 3, 2026, Mexico requires New World Screwworm inspection documents for pet dogs, plus a health certificate from a USDA-accredited veterinarian, SENASICA inspection at the border or airport, a current rabies certificate, proof of ownership, and internal and external deworming within the previous six months. Requirements can change before the show — review the latest travel guidance on the AKC FCM Universal Championship page before traveling.
Parking: Expo Santa Fe parking is independent of FCM. A prepaid exhibitor rate of $150 MXN is available if purchased before the deadline; hourly rates run about $50–$300 MXN (maximum $300/day); the DRIVE app is recommended for faster payment; a free shuttle runs from an alternate lot; you have a 15-minute grace period to exit after payment.
On site: FCM Veterinarian Hospital provides basic veterinary services during the exhibitions (health certificates and routine exams; no major interventions or surgeries). An AED is located at the main entrance. Emergency contact: 011 (52) 555-513-0455. Reserved grooming: email [email protected] — free areas are first-come, first-served; paid 3 × 3 m spaces are $500 after free spaces fill.
Answers to the questions exhibitors ask most about this historic first weekend in Mexico City.
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Save to my free accountWhen do entries close for the FCM Universal Championship 2026?
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at noon Central via Onofrio Dog Shows. The deadline was extended from October 14, and entries also close early if the numerical limit is reached.
Do wins at the FCM Universal Championship count toward AKC titles?
Yes. Dogs entered in the AKC-licensed shows earn points toward AKC Championships and Grand Championships, calculated on the Division 12 point schedule. Dogs may enter under a foreign registration number, but results are officially recognized by AKC only for AKC-registered dogs; AKC offers discounted foreign registration ($50 with code FORREG50).
What documents do dogs need to travel to Mexico for the show?
Effective August 3, 2026, Mexico requires New World Screwworm inspection documents for pet dogs, plus a health certificate from a USDA-accredited veterinarian, SENASICA inspection at the border or airport, a current rabies certificate, proof of ownership, and internal and external deworming within the previous six months. Requirements can change before the show — review the latest guidance on the AKC event page before traveling.
Is the judging program published for the FCM Universal Championship?
Not yet, as of October 25, 2026. Ring times are not on this page yet — check back closer to the show.
What is the FCM special-attraction show?
Each day, FCM hosts a special-attraction show for Foundation Stock Service (FSS), Miscellaneous, and non-AKC-recognized breeds, judged to FCI standards. That is the “Universal” in the name: every recognized breed in the world can compete.
What is the Champion of Champions Tournament at the FCM Universal Championship?
A tournament for champion dogs held during the weekend. Dogs holding an AKC, FCM, or FCI-affiliate championship may enter directly, and Best of Breed winners from Thursday through Saturday also qualify. Direct entries for the tournament go through akc.fcm.mx before the closing date.
Where do I stay for the FCM Universal Championship?
The official host hotel is The Paragon Hotel Mexico City Santa Fe by Accor, Juan Salvador Agraz 97, Santa Fe, Contadero, Cuajimalpa de Morelos, 05348, Ciudad de México. All reservations must use code FCM UNIVERSAL CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOWS 2026. Reservations: +52 55 1105 0170.
- OfficialOnofrio premium list — FCM Universal Championship (PDF)
- OfficialAKC FCM Universal Championship event page
- SourceAKC Event Search (specialty event records, verified October 25, 2026)