HFC 2026 National & Regional Specialty Shows

Welcome

The Havanese Fanciers of Canada are thrilled to announce that our National Specialty is returning to Alberta for the first time since 2007! The committee is excited to welcome exhibitors, breeders, and friends of the breed to Red Deer, Alberta for three days of specialty events, social gatherings, and celebration of our wonderful Havanese.

Schedule of Events

Friday, April 3, 2026

Regional Specialty, Judge Dana Cline (USA)

Saturday, April 4, 2026

National Specialty, Judge Juan Miranda Saucedo (Mexico)

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Havanese Sweeps, Trudy Taphorn (Alberta)

Sunday, April 5, 2026

HFC Booster, Judge Ricardo Saldana (Mexico)

(All judges and dates are pending final approval by the host club.)

Location: Red Deer & District Kennel Club Show, Westerner Park, Red Deer, Alberta
Dates: April 3-5, 2026

Travel Information:

Edmonton International Airport (YEG) – approx. 1 hr 20 min drive to Red Deer

Calgary International Airport (YYC) – approx. 1 hr 30 min drive to Red Deer

Special Events

Friday, April 3: Meet & Greet – an opportunity for exhibitors and friends to gather and connect.

Saturday, April 4: Dinner following the All-Breed Best in Show. Location TBA

Fundraising & Sponsorship

Sponsorship opportunities available for trophies, prizes, and classes.

Silent Auction Table – donations welcome!
For sponsorship details, please contact the Specialty Committee.

Exhibitor Information

Host Hotel Block: Red Deer Resort & Casino – limited block of rooms reserved for exhibitors.

Pet-Friendly Hotels Nearby: A list of additional accommodations close to Westerner Park will be provided.

Benching & Grooming

Reserved Benching: Available for purchase (advance booking recommended).

Power: Electrical hookups in the benching area can be purchased.

Wash Stations: Convenient wash/grooming stations available on site.

Entries

Online entries available through: DogShow.ca

Premium list and judging schedule will be posted once available.

Save The Date

Mark your calendars for April 3–5, 2026 in Red Deer, Alberta!
Join the Havanese Fanciers of Canada for three days of specialty events, social gatherings, and celebration of our breed.

National Specialty

National Specialty

Honoring a breeder whose dedication helped shape and strengthen the Havanese breed, both in quality and in health. Her remarkable dog, AN/AMER/MEX BIS BISS CH Sonrisas Tiny Thomas CGN, made history as the first Havanese to win Best in Show in Canada on October 31, 2004, and the first to earn multiple Bests in Show. In 2005, Tiny added another milestone as the Specialty winner of the very first Canadian Havanese Specialty. His legacy lives on through generations of beautiful, healthy dogs that continue to reflect her vision and commitment to excellence.