Meet Dr. Francisco Martinez Coloma: 2026 MCKC Breed Judge

What is the best part about judging at Montgomery? How many times have you judged this show? How many years have you been attending as an exhibitor? As a spectator?

Dr. Francisco Martinez Coloma: As a Scottish Terrier breeder and Terrier Judge, Montgomery is the best show in the world to show and judge terriers. This year, 2026, was my first time judging a very nice entry of 87 Scotties of top quality. Twenty-three years ago, our famous dog Picasso won AOM in a very big entry.

I have only attended Montgomery as a judge this year, but my wife and I have always had Montgomery in our minds.

How does this year’s entry compare with previous Breed assignments? Can you provide specific examples to support your thoughts on the breed(s) you judged this year?

Dr. Francisco Martinez Coloma: This year was a fantastic entry in comparation to last year, but as everyone knows, the situation of the dog world is a little complicated around the world.

Scotties in the US are now having a very nice moment. As a European judge, I would like to say that my winners can win around the world for their top quality.

If you could encourage breeders, exhibitors, and judges in other Groups to visit Montgomery, how would you entice them to join everyone at “The Greatest Terrier Show on Earth?”

Dr. Francisco Martinez Coloma: This year was my first time visiting Montgomery and judging, of course, but we would like to come more often because it is a perfect show, very well organized, with such a sporting atmosphere, and when you can see the best terriers in the world, you certainly won’t leave disappointed.