Dogs-Heroes of Ukraine celebration
Kyiv, Ukraine – 20th December, 2025 – written by: Karl Donvil The purpose of my visit to Kiev was the “Dogs-Heroes of Ukraine” celebration. In […]
Grzegorz Gebik, Poland
WDPA NEWSROOM
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Newsletter | December 2025
Dear WDPA Members, As we reach the end of another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come together in 2025. […]
WDPA AWARDS 2025
**FOR RELEASE AFTER AUGUST 10th 2025** World Dog Press Association (WDPA) Announces Results of the Eighth Professional Dog Photo Competition August 10th, 2025 – The […]
World Dog Show 2025 – Photo Galleries
Explore the World Dog Show 2025 Through the Eyes of Top Dog Photographers We’re thrilled to present a collection of stunning image galleries from the […]
In Memoriam: Niels Donvil
Dear WDPA Members, It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Niels Donvil, the eldest son of Karl Donvil, […]
PRESS CONFLICT EUROPEAN DOG SHOW 2024 in SLOVENIA
Belgium, September 7th 2024 Open Letter to Mr. Hari Arčon, President of the Slovenian Kennel Club Regarding Photography Regulations at the FCI European Dog Show […]
WDPA AWARDS 2024
**FOR RELEASE AFTER APRIL 28th 2024** World Dog Press Association (WDPA) Announces Results of the Seventh Professional Dog Photo Competition April 28th, 2024 – The […]
Election Results
The new board for the term 2024 until 2028 has been elected. Congratulations to the newly elected board. I’m looking forward to working with the […]
FeHoVa Winter Dog Shows
Report & Photos by: ProDog Photography February 8th until 11th, Budapest, Hungary Three CACIB shows organized by the Hungarian Kynologie Club, Specialty Show for Hungarian […]
Newsletter 01/24
WDPA Newsletter, Januari 2024. Dear friends, another year started and that means you are welcome to renew your membership. It was agreed by the board to […]
WDPA AWARDS 2023
**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** World Dog Press Association (WDPA) Announces Results of the Sixth Professional Dog Photo Competition August 27, 2023 – The World Dog Press […]
WDPA PHOTO Competition
The WDPA proudly celebrates 25 years and invites you to take part in our 9th Professional Dog Photography Competition.
This year introduces updated rules and a renewed focus on authenticity, including a dedicated Documentary category highlighting real, unfiltered moments from the world of dogs.
Join us at the World Dog Show in Bologna, Italy, where the winning images will be exhibited and celebrated.
A panel of three international experts will evaluate all entries. The highest-scoring images in each category will be exhibited at the World Dog Show and featured in our official gallery.
✨ New for 2026
- Introduction of a Documentary category with strict authenticity standards
- Updated rules ensuring fairness, originality and animal welfare
- Significantly increased prize pool, made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors
Entry deadline is May 1st, 2026. Only members, with valid 2026 membership, may enter the competition.
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MEMBERSHIP CHECK POINT
This system allows anyone to verify the authenticity of a membership number. This enhancement significantly bolsters the security of our press cards and increases their acceptance by organizations worldwide.
Event organizers can use the membership checker to verify your status as a WDPA member, establishing your credibility and facilitating the accreditation process.
We believe that this new approval system will greatly contribute to maintaining the integrity of our membership and further elevate our standing within the global dog press community.
World Dog Press Association
The WDPA has over 200 active members from more than 80 countries, including as good as all European countries.
The World Dog Press Association unites professional dog related content creators (journalists, editors and photographers) worldwide.
We share important and vital information for the everyday work of our members. We cooperate with show & event organizers to achieve a win-win situation for everyone.
If you are a content creator related to the dog world, join us today!
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