On the morning of Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the activities of the National Dog Exhibition in its twelfth edition were launched, under the supervision of the Institute of Veterinary Sciences at the University of Blida 1, and organized by the Institute’s Scientific Club “Ibn Al-Baytar”, within the framework of a distinguished scientific, educational and competitive event that combines the academic and applied dimensions in the field of veterinary medicine.
The opening ceremony of this event was overseen by the Vice-Rector of the University in charge of Development and Foresight, Dr. Ait Saadi Mohamed Hussein, representing the Director of the University, who emphasized in his opening speech the strategic importance of the veterinary medicine sector and its pivotal role in maintaining animal health and ensuring health safety. The Director of the Institute, Dr. Adel Jalal, also commended such scientific initiatives that would enhance the practical training of students and link theoretical knowledge with field practice.
The opening ceremony took place in the presence of the family of the Institute of Veterinary Sciences, along with representatives of the Civil Protection services, and all stakeholders, in a distinguished scientific and organizational atmosphere.
The first day featured a rich scientific program, including scientific sessions that included two specialized lectures on the latest developments in veterinary practice, in addition to organizing an applied workshop on artificial insemination and castration techniques, which allowed students the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and refine their applied skills under the supervision of specialists.
The second day of this event will be dedicated to the practical and competitive aspects, through organizing field activities in a competitive and organized atmosphere, reflecting the integration of the scientific and field aspects of this event.
This initiative falls within the efforts aimed at supporting scientific activities accompanying university education, establishing a culture of initiative among students, and opening up areas for interaction and exchange of experiences between the various actors in the veterinary medicine sector.
The National Dog Show, in its twelfth edition, reaffirms its status as a prominent annual event that combines academic training with practical application, and reflects the University of Blida 1’s commitment to promoting the quality of training and openness to the requirements of the field.
