Doping

The doping rules in the DKK are regulated by Danish legislation through the Animal Welfare Act and the DKK’s General Regulations for Exhibitions and Trials in Denmark.

It is therefore prohibited to present a dog for a trial or assessment if it is sick or injured. This prohibition applies regardless of whether the dog is receiving treatment that alleviates the condition and/or shortens the illness period or is not undergoing treatment at all.

It is the owner's and handler's responsibility to ensure that the dog is physically and mentally fit to participate in the given event.

Illegal Medication and Doping

The Danish doping list constitutes the list of drugs that lead to bans or quarantine in Denmark.

It is not permitted to enter or present a dog that has received treatment with these substances or other drugs within the defined withdrawal periods. This applies regardless of whether the substance was administered to enhance performance or as part of a medical treatment.

Participation within the withdrawal period is not allowed, and the period is counted from the last treatment/administration.

Withdrawal periods are minimum timeframes, and the breakdown time in the body can vary individually. Detection of the substance is considered a positive doping test, even if the withdrawal period has passed.

Vaccines, Deworming, Tick, and Flea Treatments

Regarding vaccines, reference is made to the DKK's general vaccination rules.

There is no withdrawal period for antiparasitic treatments such as deworming or protective treatment against fleas and ticks.

The Danish doping list February 2025

The exemption is granted for a specific competition discipline, as the level of strain varies significantly. You may apply for an exemption for multiple disciplines in the same application.

In some cases, the exemption may be conditional upon a breeding ban being imposed on the dog. This is because certain treatments may mask conditions that are considered hereditary. Please note that in such cases, the breeding ban applies for the dog's entire life.

Each application will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the DKK’s veterinarian, potentially involving the DKK’s Health Committee and/or external advisors.

It is possible to apply for an exemption for dogs that have undergone surgery.

Applications for exemption can be submitted by contacting the DKK’s health department at sundhed@dkk.dk, which will then send a form for the application. The DKK charges a fee of DKK 450 for processing an exemption application.

Exemptions issued before March 1, 2025, are no longer valid and must be reapplied for in accordance with the new rules.

Foreign exemptions

The DKK does not accept exemptions granted by the NKK, SKK, FKK, or other kennel clubs.

To participate in Danish events, you must apply for and have received an exemption from the DKK.

Please note that doping regulations may differ in other countries, as may the rules for exemptions.

It is the participant’s responsibility to familiarize themselves with the applicable rules.

Chemical Castration

A chemically castrated dog may participate in events, provided that the regulations explicitly state that surgically castrated male dogs are allowed to participate.

An exemption for chemical castration will result in a lifelong breeding ban.

Please note that a male dog at a show must have normal testicles – this will not be the case for a chemically castrated male dog, which is why it may not be exhibited.

Reasoning: Chemical castration typically alters the dog's behavior (reducing aggression and lack of concentration), affecting a true assessment of the dog’s temperament and behavior. Results achieved with a chemically castrated dog may therefore obscure hereditary behavior—hence the lifelong breeding ban.

Chronic Treatment for Arthritis/Spondylosis/Hip Dysplasia (HD)

If the dog is completely symptom-free and non-lame while on treatment such as Librela, Onsior, Rimadyl,

No exemption can be granted.

Reasoning: If a dog is treated with painkillers for a chronic injury/condition, the injury may worsen if the dog is medicated simply to participate in an event.