While the American Kennel Club (AKC) conformation championship is most important title for an American dog there are other organizations that offer conformation championships. For example, one such CH title that is popular for many Americans is the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) Championship. Another popular championship is the International Champion title offered by the International All Breed Canine Association (IABCA).The process for achieving a IntlCH title from IABCA requires that a dog compete with other dogs of the same breed and is judged against the standard for the breed. An IABCA IntCH title is achieved after receiving 3 Award Certificates at International Dog Shows. These certificates are awarded by 3 different judges with at least 2 of the judges licensed in different countries. More than one dog can receive Award Certificates in a show. However, only one dog is awarded Best of Breed and the right to go on to compete in the appropriate group.

Kuyu showed at the 2013 Southland Autum Sieger on Sept 28 and 29, 2013. Handled for the first time by his owner Linda D’Antonio he earned 4 consecutive Best of Breed wins. On Septmber 29th, under judge Mike Loller he earned his IABCA International Championship and a very competitive group 2 in the Hound Group. It was a fantastic, magical weekend for Linda and Kuyu.