On 21 January 2023, at the PZHGP seat located in Orzesze, Prof. dr hab. Piotr Szeleszczuk from the Department of Pathology and Veterinary Diagnostics, Institute of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, was awarded the golden badge at the request of Krzysztof Kawaler, President of the PZHGP. It is the highest decoration that can be received by a person who is not a member of this organization. The Polish National Racing Pigeon Association [PZHGP] was established over a hundred years ago, with over 43,000 members, and is also a member of the International Colombophile Federation (FCI) itself. Polish racing pigeons enjoy great recognition all over the world, and our country is a leader in breeding these exceptional birds. Professor Szeleszczuk was awarded for over 40 years of cooperation with the community.