Around 5,000 dogs representing 180 breeds will pass through Palexpo between 2 and 4 October 2026. That scale defines the pace of the Exposition Canine Internationale de Genève 2026 and the type of contacts it attracts.
Dates and location at Palexpo
The exhibition will open its doors from Friday 2 to Sunday 4 October 2026 at Palexpo, Halle 5, Route François-Peyrot 30, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex. The announced opening hours are Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. The organization is carried out by the Société Vaudoise de Cynologie and the fair contact at Palexpo is listed as Laurent Pichard.
Figures and format of the exhibition
The 2026 edition will bring together around 5,000 dogs and 180 breeds, evaluated by an international jury. In addition to the official competitions, the event includes a commercial area where brands and distributors present health, nutrition and daily care products for dogs. It is a mix of canine competition and a marketplace space aimed at the public and professionals in the sector.
Profile of exhibitors and audience
The show concentrates suppliers of nutrition and animal health, manufacturers of accessories and services related to responsible ownership. The audience combines pet owners, breeders and enthusiasts, which makes the fair a place where B2B and B2C brands meet. For companies interested in visibility, the presence of breeders and an international jury facilitates encounters with technical buyers and prescribers.
How to prepare B2B prospecting in Geneva
Arrive with clear objectives. Define which segments of your catalogue fit breeders, specialized shops and animal health distributors. Bring selected samples that can be evaluated in a few minutes and technical material about certifications and composition. Plan meetings in advance using the organizer’s contact if you need exhibition space or appointments with canine clubs.
At the fair it is advisable to prioritize practical demonstrations and technical arguments about safety and animal welfare. Breeders value detailed technical datasheets and veterinary references; distributors look for supply conditions and margins.
Practical information for professional visitors
Entries to competitions are managed with the Société Vaudoise de Cynologie through www.chiens-expo.ch. For inquiries about participation as an exhibitor or services at Palexpo you can contact by email at expocanine@palexpo.ch or by phone at 022 761 10 54. The location in Halle 5 facilitates setup logistics and access from Geneva Airport.
Closing and recommendation
If you work in canine health and wellbeing, this edition offers a concentrated agenda of technical contacts and visibility before breeders and brands. Check schedules and admission requirements and organize samples and technical documentation in advance. More details about the Exposition Canine Internationale de Genève 2026 and participation conditions are on the official website http://www.palexpo.ch/evenement/lexposition-canine-internationale
