In Memory of Csilla Juhasz

I met Csilla a long time ago, in the early years of my passion for Irish Wolfhounds. Although we lived a long way apart, we would meet at dog shows, usually at the most important events. Right from the start, a sincere mutual respect and friendship developed between us. We shared breeding philosophies, and indeed we did cross our bloodlines. The ‘I’ and ‘L’ litters from Glor na Gael produced dogs of exceptional quality and great longevity. Lady Rose lived to the age of 13 years and 4 months. The finest result of a breeder’s dedicated work. For my part, I had the honor of having Glor na Gael Victoria with me, who was also a fine example of longevity. Csilla devoted a great deal to our beloved breed, which undoubtedly benefited from her passion and her work. Although her English was not excellent – and so there were occasionally some communication issues – she enthusiastically accepted her appointment to the FIWC board. She was immediately faced with the thankless task of organizing the 2024 Congress, two years ahead of schedule, due to the Netherlands’ inability to respect the original date. She had little time to prepare for it, and in the meantime her illness set in. She would have been perfectly entitled to decline the commitment and spend her time and energy to her own recovery! Instead, she chose to honor her promises, organizing an impeccable event in Godöllo, that will remain memorable. Despite the chemotherapy treatments she was undergoing at the time, she managed to be there, to welcome the enthusiasts, to coordinate the work and to oversee the outcome. I have often wondered where that woman found the strength and courage! As the days of the event unfolded, she was helped by a group of friends, who were also delightful people and determined to make the event a success. I am certain that their motivation stemmed from their love and respect for Csilla. On a personal level, those were memorable days for me, and I am delighted that her Victoria’s son, entered as a veteran, was able to win Best Dog on that occasion. Her precious bloodlines!

We haven’t had the chance to meet since then. In the first few months that followed, we stayed in touch regarding our roles within the FIWC. At a certain point, she stopped replying to my emails, and I immediately guessed the reason. Recently, at the WDS 2026, I asked Tamás Jakkel for news, already knowing that I didn’t want to hear the answer. Today, the news of her passing.

On behalf of the FIWC board, but I believe also on behalf of all lovers of the breed, I offer my

sincere condolences to her family. Csilla was a wonderful person, a brilliant breeder and a tirelessworker, devoted to the Irish Wolfhound breed, of which she wrote a chapter in its history.

Rest in peace, Csilla.

Marcello Poli