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21st September 2012 ® £2.20 The real dog paper for real dog people IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE Darlington Championship Show ALSO INSIDE Top Breeder tables OD2, pages 3-10 Pages 14-15 News . . . . .3, 4, 6, 7, 10 & 11 In the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Five Minutes With . . . . . .5 Letters to the Editor . . . . .8 Sez Les . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Juliette Cunliffe . . . . . . .12 Letting Off Steam . . . . . .5 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Regional news . . . . . . . . .12 Speakers’ Corner . . . . . . .6 Killick’s Column . . . . . . . .9 Eurodogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Barking Up the And Another Thing! . . . . .9 Breed notes . . . . . . . . . . .18 Right Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Newsround . . . . . . . . . . .10 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Friday Essay . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Everest Bites back . . . . . .10 SHOW INDEX . . . . .p2 OD2 Advisory Council issues ‘Standard for Breeding Dogs’ WO WEEKS ago we covered the advice being given to puppy buyers by the Advisory Council on the Welfare Issues of Dog Breeding. At that stage we expressed the view that some of the recommendations were a bit ‘over the top’. T 9 770955 946166 ISSN 0955-9469 38 > This week we look at the Council’s much heralded ‘Standard for Breeding Dogs’. It attempts to set out formal recommendations for the minimum standards which they say should be met to provide good health and welfare for all dogs involved in breeding. This ‘Standard’ has been sent with the Council’s stamp of approval to Defra civil servants, MPs and Ministers. It therefore cannot simply be dismissed by dog breeders as something to completely ignore. In what some people would regard is an extremely arrogant statement the Council says “The Advisory Council does not consider any other current standard published in the UK to be comprehensive enough to fully protect the welfare of both breeding stock and their puppies.” That, for most people who are actually involved in responsible dog breeding, would probably be regarded as a matter for debate! It has to be said that most of the requirements are perfectly sensible and would be accepted as such by almost every responsible breeder.There are however, as well as some of the very odd requirements and recommendations to puppy buyers outlined in OUR DOGS two weeks ago, a number of issues on which true, experienced and practical dog breeders would take very strong exception with the Advisory Council. The Standard is divided into two sections. The first section outlines absolute requirements and uses the word ‘must’ throughout. The second section details recommendations and uses the word ‘should’ Only one caesar and no ‘line breeding’ Another issue which may upset some breeders is that the Advisory Council demands that “bitches that have had a caesarean section may not be bred from again unless a veterinary surgeon certifies that malpresentation of a puppy was the sole reason for the surgery.” Presently the KC allows puppies born from a second litter by caesarean section from a bitch to be registered. In addition the Advisory Council states as a must: “Bitches may only be mated to a dog when the Coefficient of Inbreeding (COI) of the resulting puppies as measured from a five generation pedigree would be lower than 12.5%.” This, if ever accepted, ■ cont on page 4 AFTERGLOW MINI COOPER 1 CC and 3 RCCs 3 BOS in Breeds Owned by Michael Gadsby and Jason Lynn Age for breeding One of the most controversial requirements that the Council has outlined is that: “All dogs and bitches must be at least two years old before they are used for breeding”. It is easy to see that this might be sensible for breeds that mature late or for breeds with a specific problem or condition that cannot be identified until the breed is two years old or more. But for many people this requirement will be regarded as simply ‘for the birds’ and will put the Advisory Council on a collision course with the average responsible enthusiasts of many breeds – especially those of early maturing breeds. Many perfectly responsible people believe that it makes far more sense to breed from young and healthy bitches at the age of say eighteen months than to breed from them when they are older, at say the age of five or six. would effectively ban half brother to half sister matings and grandparent to grandchild matings. Some breeders might find that acceptable. But 12.5% would also ban a large number of other less obviously closely bred matings which would be regarded simply as sensible ‘line breeding’ by many serious dog breeders. AFTERGLOW AIRY FAIRY 2 CCs and 1 RCC Best Bitch ACSCGB Owned by Karen, Jason Lynn and Gilda Rix Both handled by Karen Wheeliker Tel: 07403 275959 BIS at Darlington was Lamberts, Hughes and Murray’s Bouvier Des Flandre, Ch I'm Special Inessence Movado At Kanix (imp), pictured from left to right with judge Liz Cartledge, Fiona Lambert and handler David Killilea. Full story and more photographs from Darlington in Our Dogs 2 Photo Llovall Design 3 OD2 September 21st 2012 Special win for Movado helped the timing of the show and even with puppy groups and veteran groups judged in the big ring as well as the groups themselves, the show managed to finish in good time on all three of the days Backing onto the admin block is the traditional judge’s lounge, nicely appointed and with some very up market executive loos at the back, all flashing lights, music and flat screen TVs to entertain you whilst enjoying your comfort break. Very high class! HE SUN shines on the righteous, we are told, and for nearly three days that’s exactly what happened at this popular and well organised event held at the delightful venue of Newby Hall near Ripon. T It was only around about 4 o’clock on Sunday when the rain clouds gathered and the heavens opened, of course they did, the trade stand holders were just beginning to pack everything away and what right do they have to do that in dry weather! Thankfully the main arena was an excellent well lit haven in the large tent out front of the admin offices belonging to Secretary David Guy and his hard-working team, and so the groups and many stakes finals could be judged in comfort whilst the rain came down – and didn’t it just come down at that stage. The honour of judging the main event, best in show, fell to the UK’s resident Swede, Liz Cartledge, who had enjoyed a busy few days judging some of the groups as well. After putting everyone through their paces she eventually strode over to the Bouvier Des Flandre, Ch I'm Special Inessence Movado At Kanix, owned by Fiona Lambert & Hughes and handled by that man about dog shows, Dave Killilea, whilst Reserve Best in Show went to the Norwich Terrier, Ch Ragus Merry Gentleman, owned by Lesley Crawley & Matthew Oddie, who are in a rich vein of form on the summer circuit of shows having just won the top spot at Richmond. That was not the end of the judging, however, as the press photographers had to hold their horses for two more decisions. Best Puppy in Show was awarded to the Cocker Spaniel, Jayzander Maid By Request, owned by Mrs. Wilding Report by Vince Hogan Photographs by Ida Bouwhuis and Best Veteran in Show was the Labrador Retriever, Sh Ch Am & Can Ch Salty Dog Of Tampa Bay, owned by Mrs Hess. The puppy groups had been gone over by replacement judge Valerie Foss, except for gundogs where Moray Armstrong stood in because Mrs Foss had been judging a gundog breed that day. The veteran groups were judged by Jack Watson who was in the past a very successful breeder and exhibitor of Fox, Cairn and Sealyham terriers. Very obedient ● The Best in Show line up: The Bouvier Des Flandres, Ch I'm Special Inessence Movado At Kanix (imp), owned by Lambert, Hughes and Murray. Pictured from left to right: Margaret Masterman for sponsors Royal Canin, judge Liz Cartledge, Mr Richard Compton, owner of Newby Hall, Chairman Sarah Allsop, handler David Killilea, Darlington Secretary David Guy, co owner Fiona Lambert and Our Dogs Vince Hogan (Media Partner) presenting the extra rosette and the £100 donated by Simpsons Premium Foods Swedish import Liz Cartledge must have felt at home with two fellow country folk judging at Darlington. As the UK’s resident Swedish import Liz is a popular judge who knows her own mind. She was joined at the show by the delightful Hans Almgren and well known Moa Persson both from Sweden, and they both had a good stint of breed judging…including of course, Swedish Vallhunds for Moa! On the OUR DOGS stand you see Emily Mitchell’s Standard Longhaired Dachshund, Ch Bronia Lotario JW won his 17th CC with Best of Breed and Group 3, and Andrew Gullicks’ Norfolk Terrier, Ch Jaeva Made in Gold won his 10th CC with Best of Breed at the age of 18 months old, judged by Terrier specialist Mrs Sue McCourt. Jason Lynn & Stone’s Standard Poodle Afterglow I Should Coco with Tolpi won her 3rd CC with Best of Breed, she is the first Champion offspring of (Ch Del Zarzoso Salvame from Afterglow), last year’s Top Utility in the UK and Number 3 all breeds. Mum-to-be Amy English had a great day with her Schnauzer puppy, Vesper Saltus Ze Zahrabske at Nujax winning his second Best Puppy in Breed and shortlisted in the Utility Puppy Group. Charlotte Page and family are having a great run at the moment with their team of Dalmatians, at the show her youngster, Winflash Elle’s Belle’s won 1st Junior Bitch and Reserve Bitch CC, her kennel mate Winflash Born to Be Wild won Limit Bitch also on the day. Charles Lewis Crooks won Best of Breed with his Standard Wirehaired Dachshund Barmaud Rufus won 1st in Open Dog, Best Dog and Best of Breed under Mrs P Rhodes. Claire Millward’s recently crowned UK Champion Greyhound Windspiel Northern Steel for Alouann won Best Dog and Best of Breed at the show and was shortlisted in the Hound Group. Amanda Ellis made a new Champion in Brittanys at the show with her male Eastonite Bacchus, judged by Mrs M B Reeves, Amanda also had a great day in Pugs winning the RDCC with Regencylodge Hebe Eastonite under Swedish judge Mrs H Almgren. Meanwhile in Pugs, Louise Brooks Lowe’s Ch Pugalicious Provocateur JW won his 10th CC & 9th Best of Breed and Clodagh Fallon travelled from Ireland to the show with her female Clodana Serenity Belle and won a 2nd CC in Pugs. In Akitas, Patsy Hollings judged and awarded an 8th CC and Best of Breed to Jenny Killilea and Arlene Clure’s Ch Redwitch Back for Good, who has won Back to Back Best of Breeds in just seven days handled by Dave Killilea who had a great weekend winning Best in Show with Lambert and Hughes Bouvier Des Flandres I’m Special Inessence Movado At Kanix, back to the Akitas and the Redwitch success did not stop there, Jenny Killilea and Arlene Clure’s Ch Redwitch Perfect Ten won the Reserve Bitch CC and Reserve CC winners stakes overall on the day, and their youngster, Redwitch Born This Way took the Reserve Dog CC and Best Puppy in Breed followed by Puppy Group 4. He is the winner of multiple CCs and still in Puppy and is already an all breeds group winning Akita, all this at 9 months old. Winning the Bitch CC in Akitas was June Forman’s Kitsune Don't Push It Calicelesti, a first CC for this female. A great weekend for the two famous Dunhill ladies at Darlington, starting on Day 1 and Michaella Dunhill-Hall’s Papillon, co-owned with breeder Jo Davidson Poston, Spinillons Spark In The Dark won Best Puppy in Breed under Frank Kane, and later on Liz Dunhill won Bitch CC with her leading Top Shiba Ch Vormund Fashion Baby, Reserve Dog CC, Best Puppy in Breed and Utility Puppy Group 1 with Vormund Johnny Depp. In Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, Fantasa Blonde Neville wins his 2nd CC and Best of Breed under Paul Wilkinson, handled by Michaella Dunhill-Hall. Finally in Rottweilers, Michaella’s top winning Rottweiler, Ch Fantasa Smirnoff Ice won her 17th CC, 16 with Best of Breed and Group 4 and is the current leading top Working Breed for 2012. A fantastic weekend for team Fantasa and Vormund. Liz Dunhill’s Rottweiler breed record holder, Ch UK NZ Ch Aus Ch Rolex Rumour Has It By Fantasa, produced the Dog CC winner at the show in Mandy McClure’s Mankell Russian Roulette, his 2nd CC on the day, a great win for Mandy and her partner Paul Routledge. a lot of schedules going out for forthcoming shows and you also hear comments about which judge someone will exhibit under, so to bring in new faces or a sprinkling of knowledgeable and experienced overseas judges can help freshen up entries nowadays. Chairman Sarah Allsopp confirmed to me that Darlington was in fact up...not a lot…but up on dogs which has to be good news nowadays. The show boasted a total entry of 7181 dogs despite only having about ninety breeds with CCs. The show makes a feature of its non-CC breeds and this year scheduled at total of nearly a hundred breeds without tickets. Darlington show encourages these breeds with no CCs by holding special stakes classes each day for Reserve Best of Sex in these breeds and with entries taken on the day. These classes were this year sponsored by Eukanuba and were very well supported. The same system operates for Reserve CC winners with nearly £100 of prize money each day and even that competition was sponsored – this time by the Society’s accountants Mitchells Grievson. Amongst the visitors to the show we cannot forget the local boy now resident in Spain, that’s David Mchale back from Spain judging his favourite breed, Bulldogs and then visiting family in the North East…but not taking part in the Great North Run which was organised on the same weekend as Darlington! Also in from Spain, Sylvia Burditt going over the Beardies before heading back to the sun. The show has moved on a long way since the days when it was virtually the last of the one day Championship shows with its plethora of stakes classes. Then it was held at South Park in the town centre of Darlington where it gained popularity with the locals, but not for all the right reasons. Now we are treated to a trip into the North Yorkshire countryside where the grounds of Newby Hall are opened up with kind permission of Mr. Mrs. Richard Compton. Richard is a charming host and he informed me that the hall had been in the family since 1720 and the lineage dated back to round about 1690; the land used by the society is grazed by sheep for much of the year but the BIS area had been roped off and given special treatment to achieve the more even surface and closer cut that looked so well in the main arena, which also housed it own collecting ring. Well done Stakes There can be few societies that boast so many (sponsored) stakes classes offering not only rosettes, but that rare thing in dog showing nowadays….prize money! PA Announcer Terry Pearson was kept busy announcing everything from the Kennel Club Breeder Stakes to the Newby Stakes and even the Classic Chambers Open Stakes! (That’s the people who supplied the loos if you are not in the know!) It certainly gives dog folk more opportunities to compete at an event, a good thing especially if you have to travel a long way and much better to get more out of the day rather than disappearing straight after your class. David Guy and his erstwhile Assistant Stuart Plane listed the many stakes classes for me but then hit me with the key figure, £3,500 in prize money. Just what Mr. Killick was asking for in his column last week. The Society also tries to take care of the newcomers to our game and for this they must be given great credit. As Newby is open to the public, there is every likelihood that visitors will make their way to the dog show, especially as a courtesy bus was in operation in the grounds. Once there it can be a bit of a mystery so each day, Christina Chapman one of the Societies helpers, hosts a meet and greet meeting for anyone who wants to find out more about the show scene. OUR DOGS also helped out by producing a handy booklet entitled ‘Showing your dog’ in association with Darlington. The great news this year was that at least three of last year’s ‘newbies’ actually attended this year as fully fledged exhibitors! Maybe only small steps, but positive ones at that. The paper was also pleased to assist the Society in the ongoing production of archive material this year featured on two attractive pull up banners in the open plan organizers office. Terry Pearson and Sarah Allsopp had been the driving force on this project, raiding first the OUR DOGS archives and then local libraries…watch out for more on this in 2013! The office area is an airy open area which contains the Secretaries desk, Treasurer, PA corner, Enquiries, the Kennel Club information desk and area for Breeders Stakes entries…..just off this is mission control of the stewards’ office, meticulously ticking off ring progress throughout the day. This attention to detail undoubtedly For the first time ever, obedience classes were held on the other side of the main driveway and this attracted an additional 300 dogs to the show. It was good to see some of the obedience people shopping in the trade stands as well as the good sprinkling of general public. You get the feeling that this is only the beginning of the improvements and ideas coming from this progressive society. They have now bedded into the grounds and although heavy rain on the Wednesday made for some late adjustments it all seemed to work well; whether this is the final layout we will wait and see after the committee has its debriefing meeting to assess this years event. Good to hear that President Alan Mather is better after feeling unwell half way through the show. Well done the Rottie people who all supported a sponsored silence on day 2, and also to Liz Dunhill presenting a cheque to Rottweiller rescue after her hard work at Blackpool towing cars off the muddy car park where she received a number of donations. A good formula It’s events like Darlington that remind us what a pleasure it is to go to a well run dog show. After all that is why most of us go to dog shows – to enjoy ourselves. Of course the good weather experienced by Darlington makes a huge positive difference. But shows like this one with plenty of good organisation, lots of space, good layout, goodsized rings and tight and slick timing are on course to succeed. Perhaps the most important requirement however for anyshow of this size is for a Committee and leadership that cares for its customers - the exhibitors and trade stand holders. Darlington seems to have that in abundance and that must be a good formula for the future. ● Reserve BIS went to Lesley Crawley & Matthew Oddie’s Norwich Terrier, Ch Ragus Merry Gentleman. Pictured (l-r) are Ernie Paterson (Treasurer), BIS judge Liz Cartledge, Lesley and Matthew, Margaret Masterman representing sponsors Royal Canin and Stuart Plane (Assistant Secretary) OD2 September 21st 2012 4 Hound group THE HOUNDS were the first Group to kick off the proceedings, and I was very happy with the overall quality. The group was complete except for the Wire and Min Wire Dachshunds, and my shortlist comprised the PBGV, Beagle, Longhaired and Smooth Dachshunds, Greyhound, Hamiltonstovare, Irish Wolfhound, Elkhound and Whippet. Three bitches and six dogs. They went round the large BIS ring together in size and speed order and I then moved them once up and down individually. Still happy, willing and full of energy was the PBGV, Ch Soletrader Peek A Boo, owned by Sara Robertson and Mrs Doherty, and handled by husband Gavin. I judged her in the breed very recently at City of Birmingham, and I have also placed her second in the Group at Midland Counties. This was her day - she couldn’t stand or move wrongly. The ultimate showgirl, she would, I am sure, go forever - in fact she moved up a gear and got better the longer the judging went on!! Feminine and well balanced, shown in marvellous condition, firm and fit. A young Irish Wolfhound, Goodson’s Moralach The Gambling Man JW, followed her into second place. Lovely shape and outline, covering plenty of ground, moving with a long, easy stride. Splendid bone and depth of body, well muscled, good coat texture. At only 16 months, this handsome, calm youngster impressed me very much - with a little more maturity he will be even better. Third went to Emily Mitchell’s lovely Longhaired Dachshund, Ch Bronia Lothario JW, whom I had previously given a Hound Group. Clean silhouette, good keel, quality head, well coated and conditioned. Just lost out on the last up and down when he didn’t keep quite focused. The veteran Elkhound, Middleton’s Ch Kestos I Spy At Graythor JW ShCM, now 9 years old, is quite remarkable for his age, and a real laster. Still enjoys his showing, kept in impeccable condition with his fit, strong body, certainly bright eyed and bushy tailed. Liz Cartledge ■ Terrier group THE TERRIER Group was 25 strong with just the Bull Terrier BOB absent, hotly contested and most enjoyable to judge. I restricted my cut to eight but could easily have kept in two or three more for further consideration. All trying for a place in the final four were the Border Terrier, SFT, Sealyham, Skye, Irish, WFT, Kerry Blue and Norwich. Five dogs and three bitches. All good performers, showing and moving with plenty of Terrier spirit and animation. Stepping out in front was Crawley & Oddie’s Ch Ragus Merry Gentleman, as good a Norwich as I have ever judged. The Ragus kennel has produced so many top class Norwich Terriers over the years, including BIS winners, and Lesley should be very proud of her achievements in this numerically small breed. Gentleman, as well as being a typy Norwich of good size and balance, he also has a superb temperament for the show ring, as keen at the end as at the beginning. On the day his jacket was good, his eyes sparkling with anticipation and his movement absolutely true. He could not be denied the top spot in this form. I have always had a soft spot for a game and high spirited Kerry, and Ramsay’s Torums Calico Jack was certainly full of bounce with that dare devil attitude, ready for anything. He took a bit of settling down on the move but once Ron got him into stride, he took off with plenty of power from his big quarters. Masculine head and expression, keen, in hard condition, lovely coat, colour just turning and used his neck to best advantage. He slotted comfortably into second place. Third went to Leung and Almeida’s Ch Travella Staer Craft, WFT bitch handled by Richard Allen. Real little aristocrat, presented to the last hair and in great form. Quality head, expressive eyes, tail on top, shortest of backs, totally feminine and so confident. Not far behind was Barker and Averis’ Irish bitch, Ch Fleet St Fire And Ice, completing a very superior quartet. Racy and very typy, she too showed with composure, lovely head and eye and well presented. Liz Cartledge ■ Utility group COMPLETING THE first day’s judging with the Utility Group, it was obvious that some had waited a bit too long and were less on the ball. However, nine made it to the second round, the Akita, Std Poodle, Schnauzer, Shar Pei, Bulldog, Lhasa Apso, Tibetan Terrier, Min Poodle and Dalmatian. More girls than boys here (five bitches and four dogs). The Dalmatian, Alexander’s Ch Offordale Chevalier, was in superb condition, hard and fit with wonderful muscletone and for me was a clear winner. Effortless mover and very sound, clean neckline, well carried tail, good bone and feet, typical head, very smart and interested. Holmes-Leak’s Ch Michandy Great Expectation By Navarre, a black Min Poodle, was my runner-up. Lovely bitch to go over, gorgeous head and eye, bright showgirl, moved well both ways, tight feet, good coat texture, well handled. Hot on her heels was Green’s Tibetan Terrier, Ch Verony French Charm, who finished third. Good honest bitch with no exaggerations, very good head, serious expression, best of coats, well conditioned and topline held on the move. Making up this foursome was Tumppila’s Multi Int Am UK Ch Chic Chiox Ta Sen Knockout, a Lhasa Apso dog with lots of self esteem, jaunty mover, plenty of coat, masculine head, well handled, showed well but not quite as concentrated at the TT at the end. Liz Cartledge ■ Working Group DAY TWO, and a glorious, hot and sunny day. Numericaly this was the smallest Group of the show, and my selection here was, the Alaskan Malamute, Bouvier, Boxer, Leonberger, Neapolitan Mastiff, Rottweiler, St Bernard and Siberian Husky. Sexes evenly split with four dogs and four bitches. I did like the BOB Newfoundland bitch, but she was not moving quite Best in Show THIS WAS my first visit to Darlington Ch Show since the Sam Pascoe days as Secretary, and also my first viewing of the venue at Newby Hall. What a great setting for a dog show, lovely scenic countryside, a well planned layout but most of all I noticed and felt the warm and friendly northern atmosphere. Talking to other judges during my three days there, this show is fast becoming a real favourite and we were made to feel most welcome from start to finish. The Committee, led by Chairman Sarah Allsopp; David Guy, the youngest Championship Show Secretary in the country, has a downto-earth approach, plenty of new ideas and has already made an impact and big difference to this society. I don’t know all the Committee Members, but they all seemed to be working efficiently behind the scenes, and easy to spot in their jade blazers. I felt very honoured to be asked to judge five Groups and BIS and thoroughly enjoyed my time in the north east with good friends old and new. The final line-up, I thought, looked most impressive, including the two Group winners from the last day, the Pointer bitch, Siddle’s Sh Ch Wilchrimone Ice Maiden JW and Griffon dog, Ch Beauview Royal Male, sent forward by Frank Kane and Stephen Beardwell. Ice Maiden looked wonderful in profile movement, full of class and quality and was handled to perfection by Amelia Siddle. I judged her in the Puppy Stakes at Blackpool last year and was very taken with her then - delighted to see that she got her title and is now also a Group winner. I have long admired the smooth b/t Griffon from the ringside, his attitude is what we would all want in a show dog! Defiant and full of confidents, he looked like a ‘mini Rottweiler’, eyes full of expression, standing his ground and trotting his stuff like any of the big guys. It had to be a special performance on the final run to decide my winner and runner-up. Ultimately the Bouvier came out tops. Sound and workmanlike, he really looked the business in the hands of handler supremo, Dave Killilea, powering round the ring in perfect harmony. I have never seen this Bouvier look better than he did today - body, coat and conditioning perfection. Not to be outdone was the gorgeous Norwich Terrier, in high spirits going round the ring in great style. It gave me enormous pleasure to award him RBIS. In my view these two are great ambassadors for their respective breeds. They both had to work hard to edge in front of five other worthy Group winners. Thank you Darlington for a great show. Liz Cartledge ■ Best Puppy In Show THE PUPPY Groups had been judged by Mrs Valerie Foss and Moray Armstrong, but I had the pleasure of selecting the overall winner and reserve. All seven pups, bar one, were clearly still enjoying their big moment. The young Cocker Spaniel bitch, Wilding’s Jayzander Maid By Request, was a real gem and I loved everything about her, superb outline and proportions, lovely head, eyes and expression, sturdy body, good bone, moved and showed nicely with a merry tail. She was my winner, followed by the cheeky Norfolk Terrier, Phillips’ Blakens Xpress Yourself. Really promising dog puppy with good head, super body and coat texture, confident and positive on the move. Liz Cartledge ■ true in front today so had to be left out of the equation. I watched my eight go again and had no hesitation in giving Lambert, Murray & Hughes’ Bouvier, Ch I’m Special Inessence Movado At Kanix (Imp) the Group. Quite outstanding and when he is in the right mood he is impossible to ignore. Such a marvellous mover, absolutely in step with his handler, Dave Killilea. Real athlete, great body and quarters, correct topline, well fitting coat, all male in head and attitude with that touch of arrogance. Not easy to follow that - well, the Leonberger, Niall & Rothery’s Ch Devenheath Court Jester JW ShCM did! Handsome fellow I have judged and liked before. Now in his prime, well constructed and another who has that air of superiority that stallion dogs have. Strong body, well presented coat, calm, intelligent expression, moved well. Third place I gave to Rees’ Wintermelody Miss Dynamite At Amical (Imp). A most appealing young Siberian Husky bitch, hard and fit with well muscled quarters, good neck and topline, at one with her handler on the move. Sensible showgirl with feminine expression. Michaella Dunhill-Hall piloted her Rottweiler bitch, Ch Fantasa Smirnoff Ice into fourth position. Well proportioned, eager and willing showgirl with plenty of drive in movement, shown in hard condition, most ably handled to look her best. Liz Cartledge ■ Pastoral group THERE could have been 28 BOB winners present, but in the event, the Anatolian Shepherd, Groenendael, Malinois, Komondor, Maremma and Cardigan Corgi were missing. I am not at all complaining - the 22 breed representatives I had gave me plenty to think about. I had seven who survived to a second round, the Australian Shepherd, Briard, Hungarian Puli, OES, Pyrenean, Samoyed and Swedish Vallhund (four bitches, three dogs). I then felt it almost became a ‘two horse race’ between the Samoyed and Australian Shepherd, and they ended up in that order. It is hard to believe that the Samoyed, Bobrowski’s Ch Vandreen Imperial Hermioni By Berezniki JW ShCM, is 7 years old. She looks as fresh and eager as any youngster, beautiful smiling face, clearly loves the show ring. She never carries a really full coat but has the most lovely silhouette, strong body, well set and carried tail, sound and happy. The young Aussie bitch, Allan & Harlow’s Ch Allmark Fifth Avenue JW, gave it her best shot, vivacious and responsive showgirl who impressed on the move and feminine in every way, well proportioned. Obviously has time on her side, great style and potential. The Puli, Grover’s Ch Rockisland Crest Of A Knave For Cordemops, secured third place. I was amazed to find he is 10 years old! Steady lad with correct brisk movement, firm body, good topline, well corded and conditioned. Did not look half his age. It was a battle between little and large for 4th position - Swedish Vallhund bitch, Ch Starvon Rumour Has It; or Pyrenean, Bayliss’ Ch Shiresoak Wizards Legend. In the end I gave it to the PMD, with his beautiful head, great bone, lovely coat and presentation, but the Vallhund was certainly not disgraced in this quality company. Liz Cartledge ■ Gundog group IT WAS a pleasure to judge the gundog group at my local show where the warm Northern hospitality and the beautiful setting of Newby Hall parklands provide an excellent atmosphere and it was good to see so many waiting to watch the group and BIS. I kept my shortlist to eight dogs and apart from these I like also the Vizsla bitch, full of quality and sound, just a little flat on the move and the Weimaraner who is an excellent mover but lacked body on the day; the Chesapeake also impressed for his type, substance and coat. The shortlisted dogs were the young GSP of true breed type and excellent movement. With a little more maturity of body he will go even further. The Golden Retriever was lovely to go over but then sadly threw in the towel on the move. The Flatcoat has excellent type in his raciness of outline but his front action let him down later. The Welsh Springer bitch looked and moved well, she is just a touch long for my idea of balance. The black and tan cocker was going to be in the placings until the last circuit when she flagged a little, a black and tan of true cocker type with excellent rib and free from exaggeration presented as always in superb condition. So that left my final four; In fourth place the Irish Water Spaniel Carruthers & McDaniel’s Sh Ch Am Ch Whistlestop's Elements Of Magic, much improved since I judged him at an early show in his career in the UK. He has come on in rib and chest, has an excellent coat and when he settles has a good stride. He was in a very ebullient mood and not helping his handler In third place the American cocker Crummey & Lynn’s Afterglow Pearl's A Singer, a lovely young bitch full of breed type and excellent movement, she has developed well since she won her first BOB under me and with a few more months of maturity will go further In second spot the Labrador Hess’s Sh Ch Am & Can Ch Salty Dog Of Tampa Bay, full of quality and type and very sound and accurate on the move. At the end of a long day his topline was just not as firm as usual but he was the one to press the winner today. And for me the outstanding winner of the group on the day was the Pointer bitch Siddle’s Sh Ch Wilchrimane Ice Maiden JW whose profile movement and style of going was beautiful to see. Her body is all curves and she is very well put together with correct oval bone and feet and good tail and action. She really enjoyed the big ring and put on a great performance here. Frank Kane ■ Toy group IT WAS a great privilege to judge such a strong Toy group at this well organised and congenial show. I felt all those that I short-listed, and a couple that I did not, had a strong case to take the top spot. My short listed group were the Bichon, the Smooth Coat Chihuahua Amarose Tink Attitude JW, the Griffon, the Jap Chin Pochinka Polka Dot Dekobras, the King Charles, the Maltese Ch Benatone Gold Boots, the Papillon, the Peke Ch Yakee Ooh Aah Cantona and the Pug Ch Pugalicious Provocateur JW My final choice for the group was the outstanding black and tan Griffon Brabançon Ch Beauview Brave As A Blizzard, with his wonderfully compact outline, striking carriage and large open featured expressive head. He moved with a balanced, accurate driving action and showed his stunning outline moving and standing right to the end, which just edged him to the front of the queue. In 2nd spot the young Bichon Pamplona Brings It On with his lovely expressive head and strong pigment, proud carriage and balanced proportions. His effortless action on the move, silky coat and immaculate presentation made him a very strong contender. In 3rd was the Papillon Ch Denemore Story's Echo At Tussalud, I found her delightfully refined whilst well made throughout, well animated, tremendously accurate light in action on the move, with beautiful large ears and expressive eyes. And in 4th the King Charles Ch Maibee Theo, with his lovely domed, expressive open featured head, his well proportioned, strongly made body and relaxed elegant profile on the move. Stephen Bardwell ■ 5 OD2 September 21st 2012 ● Winner of the Hound group under judge Liz Cartledge was the Petit Bassett Griffon Vendeen, Ch Soletrader Peek A Boo, owned by Sarah Robertson, and Wendy Doherty, handled by Gavin Robertson. Also pictured is Joan Corner representing the committee and Anthony Bongiovanni for sponsor Royal Canin Photo’s by Llovall Design ● Working group 2: Leonberger, Ch Davenheath Court Jester JW ShCM, owned by Mr and Mrs Niall and Mr and Mrs Rothery, pictured with judge Liz Cartledge ● Working Group 3: Siberian Husky Wintermelody Miss Dynamite At Amical (imp) ShCM, owned by Mr Anthony Rees and handled by Caroline Friend ● Hound group 4: Middleton’s Norwegian Elkhound, Ch Ir Ch Kestos I Spy At Graythor JW ShCM. He also won the Veteran Hound group and is pictured here with the judge of the Veteran group Jack Watson and Anthony Bongiovanni representing Royal Canin ● Darlington secretary David Guy pictured with Assistant Secretary Stuart Plane in the administration area at Darlington ● Hound group 3: Longhaired Dachshund, Ch Bronia Lotario JW, owned by Miss Mitchell ● Peter Broadbent, a study in concentration going over his entry of 73 Rhodesian Ridgebacks for more photo’s go to www.ourdogs.co.uk ● Working group 4: Michaela Dunhill Hall’s Rottweiler Ch Fantasa Smirnoff Ice. Looking very smart Michaela The class of 2012! The smart and sartorial Darlington Committee pictured in the new open plan area which housed all aspects of the show administration, pictured with the welcome signs in association with Our Dogs ● Hound group 2: Goodson’s Irish Wolfhound, Moralach The Gambling Man, pictured with judge Liz Cartledge ● Winner of the Petplan Junior Stakes on day 1: Lucy Dixon with Miniature Schnauzer, Andix Put A Spin On It, pictured with the judge Mr Paul Harding, Jill Peak and Paul Badd of Petplan Rottweiler Rescue ● Kin Sillito Beale judging Toy Poodles at Darlington ● Liz Dunhill and daughter Michaela Dunhill Hall did a sterling job at Blackpool towing people off the muddy showground and money offered by grateful car owners was to be donated to Rottweiler rescue. Here is Liz, seen with many Rottweiler exhibitors and the cheque for Rottweiler rescue being presented at the OUR DOGS stand at Darlington. Liz raised £100 and this has been added to the money raised on a Facebook Auction Site for Rottweiler Welfare organised by Esther Lucas and Angie Dean. This has raised over £4000 to date and we believe more will be raised by the sponsored silence at Darlington…see photo page 2 in this weeks main paper. OD2 September 21st 2012 6 HOUND GROUP AFGHAN HOUND: Mrs S Marshall. Noble & Wilcox’s Int Ch Destiny Du Jegdalek Avec Bichoux JW (Imp) D*; Noble & Wilcox’s Fanfan Du Menuel Galopin Avec Bichoux B. BASENJI: Mrs D Hardy. Gaskell’s Memetuka Jabali ShCM D; Drummond’s Ch Kissangani Dream Maker At Djoser ShCM B*. BASSET FAUVE DE BRETAGNE: R Tebutt.Thornton’s Mochras Melchior D*;Turton’s Shiroblam Risk Worth Taking B. BASSET GRIFFON VENDEEN (GRAND): Mrs H Allenby. Milton’s Ch & Ir ChWilmit Domino ShCM D; Makey’s Ir Ch Debucher Harmonie Ir J Ch B*. BASSET GRIFFON VENDEEN (PETIT): Ms Moa Persson (Sweden). Scott’s Overbecks Cheddar George D; Robertson & Doherty’s Ch Soletrader Peek A Boo B*. BASSET HOUND: Mrs S Johnson. Cudlip’s Harvidene Breakaway D; Mease’s Grand Ch Bobac Facination (Imp) B*. BEAGLE: P Higgins. Foster & Jones’ Ch & Aust Gr Ch Orobay Graceful Triumph (Imp) D*; Havard & Havard’s Annavah Ginger B. BLOODHOUND: C Wells. Cudlip’s Ch Anluan Cailean At Thunderbush D; Sutcliffe’s Sanft Daylight B*. BORZOI: E McKenzie. Cooper’s Yadasar Je Ne Sais Quoi D*; Real’s Zomahli Nakora Korsarina B. DACHSHUND (LONGHAIRED): F Kane. Mitchell’s Ch Bronia Lotario JW D*; McNaughton’s Cedavoch Sorceress B. DACHSHUND (MINIATURE LONGHAIRED): S Parsons. Holden’s Ch Sengepabu Saint Valentine D*; Mourton’s Dinkidudlor Isha Aur Og At Eldmour B. DACHSHUND (SMOOTH-HAIRED): Mrs P Rhodes. Hunt’s Ch Cwmdarhian Hogan's Hero At Carpaccio JW D*; McNaughton’s Diana De Fermincan (Imp) B. DACHSHUND (MINIATURE SMOOTH-HAIRED): Mrs P Rhodes. Shutt’s Donnadoon Le Mousquetaire D; Hunt’s Cwmdarhian Back To Alabama A Carpaccio JW B*. DACHSHUND (WIREHAIRED): Mrs P Rhodes. Lewis-Crooks’ Barmaud Rufus (Imp) D*; Bates & Maes-Jones’ Ch Derochaise Black Orchid B. DACHSHUND (MINIATURE WIREHAIRED): Mrs P Rhodes. Kugow & Holt’s Waldmeister Johnson JW D*; Kugow & Holt’s Waldmeister Hattie B. DEERHOUND: Mrs E Hamilton. Phillips’ All Guns Blazing For Ladygrove D*; Morton & Morgan’s Cothertone Duchenne B. FINNISH SPITZ: Mrs B Banbury. Greaves & Croxford’s Ch & Ir Ch Kunniakas Look No Further For Whittimer D*. FOXHOUND: J Horswell. Griffiths’ Dazzleby Dick Dastardly D; Griffiths’ Dazzleby Dandelion B*. GREYHOUND: Mrs S Arnold. Millward’s Windspiel Northern Steel for Alouann D*; Bouch’s Ch Mistweave Maisie May ShCM B. HAMILTONSTOVARE: Mrs J Peak. Briant & Easterbrook’s Sufayre Into The Groove D; Leigh’s Flixtonia Rose Of England B*. IBIZAN HOUND: Dr R James. Egan’s Snowlief Roll The Bones D; Marston-Pollock & Whalley’s Falconcrag Marchesa B*. IRISH WOLFHOUND: Mrs J Peak. Goodson’s Moralach the Gambling Man JW D*;Amoo’s Ch Seplecur Berthia B. NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND: M Armstrong. Middleton’s Ch Ir Ch Kestos I Spy At Graythor JW ShCM D*; Greaves & Croxford’s Ir Ch Ennafort The One And Only B. PHARAOH HOUND: J Horswell. Carella’s AKC Can Ch Xo's Invincible D; Fletcher & Merryweather’s Islephar Strike A Pose At Ynchreenoo B*. PORTUGUESE PODENGO (WARREN HOUND): Mrs G J Lilley. Brooks & Brundle’s Brundledean Cascata D*; Brundle & Dean’s Brundledean Bonina B. RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK: P Broadbent. Lynn’s Jockular Lord Leonti AtTsjakka (Imp Ned) D; Spratling’s Ballyriver Miss Miller Under Unzezi B*. SALUKI: Mrs J Pyatt. Bloomfield’s Glenoak Jabari JW Sh.CM D*; Rawson’s Mumtaz Monsoon B. SLOUGHI: Mrs B Banbury. Bamford’s Djalal-Mansour At Doocloone D'al-mahdi D; Hudson’s It Ch Doubabah Essai Farida Of Love Arab Beauty At B B*. WHIPPET: Mrs I Potts. Poole’s Demerlay Regal Renown At Brockfield JW D; Head’s Demerlay Regency Romance JW B*. TERRIER GROUP AIREDALE TERRIER: I Hardman. Peel’s Saredon Sniper at Esanar ShCM D;Averis’ Katherinas Land Scilian Cherry Of Saredon B*. AUSTRALIAN TERRIER: Miss V Cox. Skelton’s Millvalley Scotch Mist D*; Stoddart’s Millvalley Prima Donna B. BEDLINGTON TERRIER: M King. Kiernan & Liu’s Bisbee Ikatcher At Kierlander D; Hurley’s Fralex Culibre Pharos B*. BORDERTERRIER: D Hunt. Bailey’s Ch Grindelvald In Full Cry JW D;Wildey’s Ch Bramblebrae Violet At Shiftyfox JW B*. BULL TERRIER: G A Hughes. Lamonby’s Emred Devils Spy D*; Fletcher’s Napier Mary Jane B. BULL TERRIER (MINIATURE): J Finney. Bennett & Pickering’s Quayardson Sir Alfred D*; Plumley & Workman’s Nabulltique Holy Moley B. CAIRN TERRIER: M Phillips. Braybrook’s Ch Cloverbrook Codebreaker D*; Shaw’s Honeyhall Hi 'N' Dry B. CESKY TERRIER: Miss V Cox. Brown’s Lastarean Dufek ShCM D; Tobijanski’s Janski Celtic Ceska B*. DANDIE DINMONT TERRIER: M Armstrong. King’s Ch Vistca Vian Of Hendell D*; Kinsey-Morgan’s Inzievar Gold Effect B. FOX TERRIER (SMOOTH): Mrs S McCourt. Thornton & Bebbington’s Glendraterra Humfri Bogart D*; Brookes’ Zetamaz Leather And Lace B. FOX TERRIER (WIRE): Mrs S McCourt. Leung & Almeida’s Ch Travella Star Craft B*. GLEN OF IMAAL TERRIER: P Wilkinson. Garner’s Johnny Be Good At Romainville D*;Whitehouse & McBrine’s Romainville Kyla B. IRISH TERRIER: Mrs L Hardman. Jackson’s Montelle Vision In Red JW D; Barker & Averis’ Ch Fleet St Fire And Ice B*. KERRY BLUE TERRIER: J Finney. Ramsay’s Torum's Calico Jack D*; Muat’s Montaltos Well Ya Don't Say B. LAKELANDTERRIER: M Armstrong. Johnston’s Ch Louieville Red Prince D; Johnston’s Oregill In The Buff B*. MANCHESTER TERRIER: Mrs C Akrigg. Norris & Norris’ Ch Brookstream Louis De Blue D; Oxley & Oxley’s Ch Digelsa De Ja Vu JW ShCM B*. NORFOLK TERRIER: Mrs S McCourt. Phillips, Gullick & Wilding’s Ch Jaeva Made In Gold D*; Jenkins’ Kinsridge Top Score B. NORWICH TERRIER: Mrs S McCourt. Crawley & Oddie’s Ch Ragus Merry Gentleman D*; Stevenson’s Ragus Coming Up Next At Brickin B. PARSON RUSSELL TERRIER: Mrs M Hooley. Baker & Swift’s Spellbert Captain Jack D*;Towler’s Andralok Dazzler B. SCOTTISH TERRIER: M Phillips. Coley’s Kingsview Just Stewart D*; Dixon’s Barnwin Morning Bliss At Chatterdale B. SEALYHAM TERRIER: P Davies. Scott’s Saore Little Cream Soda (Imp) D*;Tobijanski & Tobijanski’s Zippor Break A Leg B. SKYETERRIER: Mrs J Peak. Breeze’s Ch SalenaThe Special One D*; Woodhead’s Knowlespring Mistletoe B. SOFT COATED WHEATEN TERRIER: P Wilkinson. Dunhill Hall’s Fantasa Blonde Neville D*; Hammond & Evans’ Calvenace Toppa Totty (ai) B. STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER: P Harkin. Lister & Callaghan’s Mafia Don At Listcall D; Frankland’s Aldwych Tiger Lily B*. WELSH TERRIER: P Davies. Spragg’s Westpenn Merry Go Round B*. WEST HIGHLAND WHITE TERRIER: R Donachie. Edmondson’s Ch Pepabby Prank D; Smith’s Ch Faymar Fine Romance B*. UTILITY GROUP AKITA: Mrs P Hollings. Killilea & Clure’s Ch Redwitch Back For Good D*;Watson & Forman’s Kitsune Don't Push It Calicelesti B. BOSTON TERRIER: Mrs E Stannard. Lownsbrough’s Wildax Tobais JW D*; Kennedy’s Lisvarna Sugar Babe For Antrix B. BULLDOG: D McHale. Owen’s Tryfan Copper Dream D*; Wain’s Black Hope Brenda for Bondabull (Imp) B. CANAAN DOG: Mrs G J Lilley. Minto’s Anacan Issachar D; Minto’s Anacan Morning Glory B*. CHOW CHOW: Mrs A Robinson. Elyutina’s Rus Fin Est Ch Lat Lit Simauta Dess Logris D; Evans’ Simcha Chucuito JW B*. DALMATIAN: M C Freeman. Alexander’s Ch Offordale Chevalier D*; Kembrey’s Dalmark the Super Sleuth JW B. FRENCH BULLDOG: Miss AWildman. Corish & Coad’s Kingfriend Mr Jack Daniels D; Howarth’s Gizyjo Gizys Angel B*. GERMAN SPITZ (KLEIN): T Ball. Highmoor’s Ch Printzagems Verve D; Pearce & Francis’ Ch Radajasa Agent Cher Bertfiz Of Longsdale B*. GERMAN SPITZ (MITTEL): Mr T Ball. Pooley’s Wyndlee Short N' Sweet D*; Pooley’s Spellcast Talking Secrets With Azkaban B. JAPANESE AKITA INU: Mrs P Hollings. Fowkes’ Tsoyu Baku-go Kyoshi D*; Bateman-Hall’s Noshiro Foxy Lady B. JAPANESE SHIBA INU: H Almgren (Sweden). Bryan’s Hoshi No Shunkou Go Nankaiseisou NAF TAF (Imp) D*; Dunhill’s Ch Vormund Fashion Baby B. JAPANESE SPITZ: Miss K Crowe. Maslowski’s Ch Houndbrae Prince Charming D*. KEESHOND: M Cocozza. Miles & Cullen’s Ch & Am Ch Kemonts Skyline's Game Boy (Imp) D; Sharp-Bale’s Neradmik Miss Holly Berry B*. LHASA APSO: Mrs V Williams-Wegmann. Tumppila’s Multi Int Am UK Ch Chic Chiox Ta Sen Knockout D*; Horne’s Chanceinn's Wizza Dora JW ShCM B. MINIATURE SCHNAUZER: R H Gregory. Atkinson’s Starbound Spellbinder D*; Burns’ Rocksville Pandora B. POODLE (STANDARD): H Almgren (Sweden). Elrick’s Ch Pitfour Hot Chilli Piper D; Lynn & Stone’s Afterglow I Should Coco for Tolpi JW B*. POODLE (MINIATURE): Dr R James. Batey’s Texarkana One Direction D; Holmes-Leak’s Ch Michandy Great Expectation By Navarre JW ShCM B. POODLE (TOY): Mrs K Sillito-Beale. Catterall & Davies’ Dechine Toast Of The Town D*; Howard & Lynn’s Grayco Ooh La La B. SCHIPPERKE: T Ball. Morley’s Ch & Am Ch Chatelet Aradet Rugby (Imp) ShCM D*;Whales’ Ch Qwontox Quidnunc By Roshaana B. SCHNAUZER: Mrs J P Callow. Brooks & Blazek’s Ch Tamberg Chayote Kid D; Bawden & Brown’s Ch Khanate Million Dollar Baby ShCM B*. SHAR PEI: Mrs M Purnell-Carpenter. Sutherland’s Ch Witchgait SoundsTerrific D; Morris’ ChWitchgait FaceThe FutureWith Ashowai JW ShCM B*. SHIH TZU: Ms Moa Persson (Sweden). Cooke’s Thaisu Morning Glory D*; Cooke’s Ch Thaisu She Rocks B. TIBETAN SPANIEL: T Ball. Prouve & Hughes’ Ch / Ir Ch Avigdor Jarko D*; Sullivan’s Oldcharm Could It Be Magic B. TIBETAN TERRIER: Mrs C L Johnson. Cross & Cross’ Silgarhi Fergus D; Green’s Ch Verony French Charm B*. AV IMPORTED REGISTER BREEDS (HOUND/TERRIER/UTILITY): M Gilchrist. Morris’ World Ch Anharbn White Tiger D; Morris’ Anharbn's Clementine B*. HEADS & TAILS MINOR PUPPY STAKES: Mrs M Wildman. Lownsbrough’s Sonhador Truly Scrumptious B*. PRO PLAN/DOG WORLD PUP OF THE YEAR COMPETITION: J Watson. Newton’s Layways Royal Mosaic Of Nevedith D*; Spragg’s Westpenn Merry Go Round B. NORTHERN EVENT STUCTURES YEARLING STAKES: Mrs G J Lilley. Smith’s Javidel May Just Have Too D*; Cherry’s Lynces Diamonds And Pearls JW ShCM B. CLASSIC CHAMBERS OPEN STAKES: Mrs M Wildman. Wright & Burke’s Satrebor Cougar B*. NEWBY SPECIAL BEGINNERS STAKES: Mrs G J Lilley. McEwan’s Maudaxi Tycoon Ginger From Marunnel D*; Bonner’s Caprilli's In The Mood B. WORKING GROUP ALASKAN MALAMUTE: F Kane. Innes’ Pol Ch Monikoona Appalachian Rock Of Icycool D*; Druce’s Koromandel Glamorous Indie B. BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG: Mrs S Garner. Wakeland’s Collansues Buildin Bridges At Bramikdel JW D*; Goodyear’s Harvestbank Chantilly Lace JW ShCM B. BOUVIER DES FLANDRES: Mrs B Banbury. Lambert, Hughes & Murray’s Ch I'm Special Inessence Movado At Kanix (Imp) D*; Jones & Jones’ Nikolaev Amarande At Abbiville B. BOXER: Mrs P Borrelli. Pynegar’s Son Of A Gun At Berwynfa JW D*; Pynegar’s Berwynfa Bang Tidy JW B. BULLMASTIFF: Mrs M Harding. Alderson’s Aralders Eldorado ShCM JW D; Roberts & Joyce’s Int Ch Lux Ch Malta Ch Joybull Limited Edition B*. CANADIAN ESKIMO DOG: Dr R James. Bailey’s Napu Of Northwinds At Akna D*; Bailey’s Shepherdsway Snow Showers Over Akna B. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE BEST OF BREED WINNERS! 7 DOBERMANN: H Almgren (Sweden). Thorn’s Grafmax Louis Armstrong D; Ingram’s Tronjheim Belladonna From Jojavik JW ShCM B*. DOGUE DE BORDEAUX: Mr J Horswell. Curran & Stewart’s Willsanburg's Infiltrator By Jerivindi ShCM D; Nattriss, Burnikell & Swainston’s Emberez Tyrannus Valentine At Soultime B*. GERMAN PINSCHER: R Gregory. Ranson & Pearce’s Aritaur Gunga Din D*; Holliday’s Inxs Taken As Red B. GIANT SCHNAUZER: J Horswell. Parker’s Ch Draxpark Big Shot D*; Sullivan’s Ch Jafrak Rythm And Blues B. GREAT DANE: Mrs S A Lewis. Morgan-Evans’ Ch Vanmore Sound Investment JW;Young’s Tawnybrae Three Against One At Iluvadane B*. GREENLAND DOG: J Horswell.Winterton & Singh’s Jester Sledog Av Tasermiut (Imp) D; Winterton & Singh’s Arabica Av Tasermiut At Sledog (Imp) B*. HOVAWART: Mrs B Banbury. Stockton’s Berkenbos Chinook D; White & Whitmore’s Tyehelva Super Summer Of Driftingsky B*. LEONBERGER: Mrs J King. Niall & Rothery’s Ch Davenheath Court Jester JW ShCM D*; Brailsford’s Stormchaser Fallon JW B. MASTIFF: Dr R James.Wilkes & Williams’ Cwmtysswg Gallant Hero D*; Chidwick’s Cedwalla Matilda B. NEAPOLITAN MASTIFF: H Almgren (Sweden). Lees’ Vallino Lemmy D; Slater & Mafi’s Nukualofa's Viola B. NEWFOUNDLAND: S Hall. Dickson & McCarthy’s Priorscove Ebony Eclipse ShCM D; Dobbin’s Eng Ir Ch Brooklynbears Picasso B*. PORTUGUESE WATER DOG: Mrs A Pedder. Johns & Dearing’s Ch Gemson Orpheus At Proform D*; Reddin & Bussell’s Ch Rarjo She's The One B. ROTTWEILER: P Bailey. McClure’s Mankell Russian Roulette D; Dunhill Hall’s Ch Fantasa Smirnoff Ice B*. RUSSIAN BLACK TERRIER: Dr R James. Huxley’s Robroyd I Lykalove D*; Perks’ Dromnagus Red Oktoba B. ST. BERNARD: H Almgren (Sweden). Moore’s Eng Helmscrest Days Of Glory D; Grainger & Nagrecha’s Chandlimore SparksWill Fly Over Samhaven B. SIBERIAN HUSKY: R Cross. Stoutt’s Esquimaux Prince Of Fallon JW ShCM D; Rees’ Wintermelody Miss Dynamite At Amical (Imp) ShCM B*. TIBETAN MASTIFF: Mrs G J Lilley. Gardiner’s Int Ch Lux Ch Chodak-druk Du Domaine De Toundra Of D D*; Lowe’s Baheera Maha-ratha (Imp) B. PASTORAL GROUP ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD DOG: Mrs B Banbury.Yates & Field’s Asalet Comar D*;Yates & Field’s Asalet Bal B. AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG: P Harding. Colton, Tune & Bonser’s Yippie Ki Yay For Rottalma D*. AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD: G Duffield. Fletcher & Dowson’s Ozzypool Spirit Dancer JW ShCM D; Allan & Harlow’s Ch Allmark Fifth Avenue JW B*. BEARDED COLLIE: Mrs S Burditt. Barley’s Lochbarra Moonwalker D*; Sale & Lewis’ Potterdale Star Potential B. BELGIAN SHEPHERD DOG (GROENENDAEL): Bob Rushton. Hall’s Ailort Inspyre D*; Ralston & Ross’ Jetaime Essence De Parfait B. BELGIAN SHEPHERD DOG (MALINOIS): Bob Rushton. Hulbert’s Belsharose Colorado D; Brett’s Goldmali Fabulous B*. BELGIAN SHEPHERD DOG (TERVUEREN): Mrs D Stansbury. Burke’s Ch Domburg Check Me Out At Tintigny D; Thornley’s Domburg Don't Stop Loving (al4) B*. BORDER COLLIE: H Jones. Large & Kinton’s Wizaland Well Connected D;Wilkinson’s Altricia Promises Promises JW B*. BRIARD: Mrs J Peak. Bithell’s Gilcoru Touraine D'brie Of Bourntwyn D; Ledsham’s Ch Touslefell Follow The Dream B*. COLLIE (ROUGH): I Entwistle. Edwards’ Elshajo Armani Moon D*; Hassock’s Camanna Causing Commotion B. COLLIE (SMOOTH): Mrs J Peak. Lister’s Ch Eridor Im Mr Blu At Newarp (Imp) Aus D; Lister’s Manordeifi Miss Daisy At Newarp B*. ESTRELA MOUNTAIN DOG: Mrs M Purnell-Carpenter. Bermingham & Kendrick’s Asterel Sabugeiro of Bamcwt EJW'11 D*; GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTER: Miss D Smille. Drysdale’s Barleyarch Farthing At Drysika JW D*; Harris’ Sh Ch Barleyarch Polkadot JW B. GERMAN WIREHAIRED POINTER: Mrs S Marshall. Pinkerton & Pinkerton’s Sh Ch Trollangens Runar At Bareve (Imp) D*; Pinkerton & Pinkerton’s Ch Bareve Blaauboskom JW B. GORDON SETTER: R Mosedale. Bull’s Lourdace The Negotiater D; Jaconelli & Sandiford’s Hernwood Indi Girl At Togipoto B*. HUNGARIAN VIZSLA: Mrs J Hesford. Layton & Howard’s Layways Strathross D; Mills’ Carwci's Phoenix B*. HUNGARIAN WIREHAIRED VIZSLA: Mrs K Newman-Jones. Whiting’s Zoldmali Vadasz At Cragvallie (Imp) D; Cairns’ Ir Ch Incahoots At Galicar B*. IRISH RED & WHITE SETTER: Mrs V Harley. Jarvis’ Sh Ch Lowdon Quest For Fame D; Webb’s Sh Ch Shannonlee The Skylark JW B*. IRISH SETTER: M Howes. Harvey’s Jubliana Murphy Midnight Star ShCM D;Weller’s Suteresett Wispa At Juldeane JW ShCM B*. ITALIAN SPINONE: Mrs Sonia Ann Grieff. Bowcott’s Sh Ch Calvenace Ted Baker At Dalvenza D*; Dixon’s Bannonbrig Atomic Kitten B. KOOIKERHONDJE: Mrs J Miller.Whybrow’s Unosta Kaspar ShCM D;Whybrow’s Unosta Trixie B*. LARGE MUNSTERLANDER: J Horswell. Ogle’s Raycris Quest For Fame D; Hargreaves’ Sh Ch Ghyllbeck Angelique B*. POINTER: C Woodward. Evans & Pavey’s Joneva Diamond In The Rough JW D; Siddle’s Sh Ch Wilchrimane Ice Maiden JW B*. RETRIEVER (CHESAPEAKE BAY): D Foulds. Griffin-Woods’ Migwell Cardinal River D*; Crewe’s Chesepi Neah Bay B. RETRIEVER (CURLY COATED): M Jaques. James’ Sun Devil Samba In Bohemia (Imp) D*; Cooper’s Sh Ch Ir Sh Ch Malanis Ripple B. RETRIEVER (FLAT COATED): Mrs V Foss. Anderson’s Sh Ch Ballyriver Blake D*; Johnson’s Downstream Poetic Licence JW B. RETRIEVER (GOLDEN): Mrs J Naylor. Hennessy’s Thornywait Mcshay At Ritzilyn JW D*;Wight & Grimmett’s Haydene In Love With Tafuta ShCM B. RETRIEVER (LABRADOR): Ms Moa Persson (Sweden). Hess’ Sh Ch Am & Can Ch Salty Dog Of Tampa Bay D*; Williams & Craig’s Foulby The Duchess B. RETRIEVER (NOVA SCOTIA DUCK TOLLING): Mrs J Miller. Harding & Whitehill’s Trevargh The Entertainer At Brizewood D*; Widdowson’s Corlitgold Tokala B. SPANIEL (AMERICAN COCKER): Mrs L Reed. Steel & Jefferson’s Sharnamber Carrick ShCM D; Crummey & Lynn’s Afterglow Pearl's A Singer B*. SPANIEL (CLUMBER): Mrs R Martin. Howarth’s Arkview The Thinker D; Pickering’s Greencourt Wish In The Mist B*. SPANIEL (COCKER): F Whyte. Ulleby’s Rainstorm's Latest News D; Bentley’s Sh Ch Canigou Secon Tan Rose B*. SPANIEL (ENGLISH SPRINGER): K Simpson. Jackson’s Sh Ch Mompesson Cavendish D; Corbett’s Trimere Tantrums And Tiaras B*. SPANIEL (FIELD): R Mosedale. Holgate’s Nadavin Rothesey JW D; Taylor’s Nadavin Quintessa At Tayowen B*. SPANIEL (IRISH WATER): Mrs P Butler-Holly. Carruthers & McDaniel’s Sh Ch Am Ch Whistlestop's Elements Of Magic D*; Bannister’s Sh Ch Malanis Cara ShCM B. SPANIEL (SUSSEX): L S A Cox. Graham’s Belcam Over To You At Nyliram D*; Hughes’ Jubilwell Freya At Ivcar B. SPANIEL (WELSH SPRINGER): C Atkinson. Thirlwell’s Sh Ch Ferndel Aeron Magregor D; Frost’s Sh Ch Bushwacker Atomic Kitten B*. SPANISH WATER DOG: Mrs J Miller. Berry’s Hollutrix Montez BRACCO ITALIANO: Mrs B Abbishaw. Bell’s Millpoint Double D*; Berry’s Hollutrix Rio Grande B. Trouble At Owlspoint ShCM D; Bowley’s Gunsyn Pomata B. WEIMARANER: Ms A Gates. Dyer & Dyer’s Sh Ch Sharnphilly BRITTANY: Mrs M B Reeves. Ellis’ Eastonite Bacchus D*; Lockie & Awesome JW D*; Haseley & Howarth’s Gunalt Sheerspark For Major’s Ch Tournesol Duet B. Indeski JW B. ENGLISH SETTER: Mrs B Hacking. Croft’s Fencefoot Fond Memory JW D; Littlechild’s Sh Ch Ravensett Blondie JW B*. GERMAN LONGHAIRED POINTER: Mrs J Miller. Moss & AFFENPINSCHER: A Stewart. Todhunter’s Ch Pennington Prince Wilks’ Arany’s Falco D*; Moss & Wilks’ Nancy V Auwelt Mit Arany B. Michael D; Mumby’s Carmichan Star Performer B*. Bermingham & Kendrick’s Haia Da Casa De Loas Em Bamcwt (Imp) B. FINNISH LAPPHUND: Mrs D Stansbury. Short’s Glenchess Ilolas D*; Head’s Ir Ch Millermead Nordic Breeze ShCM B. GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG: Mrs H Corkin. Taylor’s Netsrik Gonna Cos Havoc D; Simpson’s Zericks Adrianna B. HUNGARIAN PULI: Mrs D Stansbury. Grover’s Ch Rockisland Crest Of A Knave For Cordemops ShCM D; Fulton’s Cordante Black Masquerade B. KOMONDOR: R H Gregory. Branch’s Jabenezer Zolltan D*; Sear & Quill’s Aghata De La Combe Parisette Tourmentine B. LANCASHIRE HEELER: Mrs S Pollock-Yule. Simpson’s Ch Simonsville Hurley ShCM D*; Whiteman & Forbes’ Rosepip Neteret Eset B. MAREMMA SHEEPDOG: Mrs B Banbury. Atkins’ Ch Selvaspina Desiderata At Silvermere B*. NORWEGIAN BUHUND: Ms Moa Persson (Sweden). Pentland’s Svartkonge Av Sturtmoor (Imp Nor) D; Stirling, Pentland, Cale & Norman’s Ch Arnscroft Kiss And Tell Di For Sturtmoor B*. OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG: Mrs P Chadwick. Gould’s Kerjalee Hot Toddy At Sutranzo ShCM D*; Barnes’ Macopa Destinys Child B. POLISH LOWLAND SHEEPDOG: Mrs K McHale. Bowskill’s Mybeards Spirit Of Lynmar D*; Lindley’s Millthorpe Princess Regal To Lindgreave B. PYRENEAN MOUNTAIN DOG: Mrs P Chadwick. Bayliss’ Ch ShiresoakWizards Legend JW D*; Sang’s Ch Kalkasi Destiny's Spirit At Mizeka ShCM B. PYRENEAN SHEEPDOG (LONGHAIRED): Mrs P Chadwick. Milne’s Swed Ch Norw Ch Hob-nob's Soleil Of Jentilima (Imp) D*; Robson’s Ivydale Nightjar ShCM B. SAMOYED: Ms C Craig. Brandenberg’s Taronakits Kit An Kaboodle D; Bobrowski’s Ch Vandreem Imperial Hermioni By Berezniki JW ShCM B*. SHETLAND SHEEPDOG: K Goodwin. Stafford’s Ch Rannerdale Bugsy Malone D; Miles’ Ch Milesend Milkshake B*. SWEDISH VALLHUND: Ms Moa Persson (Sweden). Paterson’s Ch Ir Ch Polipetl Leif Of Eriksfjord ShCM D;West’s Ch Starvon Roumour Has It B*. WELSH CORGI (CARDIGAN): P Harding. Finney’s Kerman Will I Am At Kuanza D*; Snedden’s Gowerston Just Jenny With Arangath ShCM B. WELSH CORGI (PEMBROKE): S Parsons. Maddox’s Ch Salvenik Star Made JW D; Miller & Haslam’s Ch Craigycor Irish Luck At Meitza ShCM B*. AV RARE BREEDS (WORKING & PASTORAL): M Gilchrist. Cowley’s Pusztaalom Aniko Vedo D; Sear & Quill’s Aghata De La Combe Parisette Tourmentine B*. AV IMPORTED REGISTER BREEDS (WORKING & PASTORAL): Mr M Gilchrist. Bailey & Tickle’s Alpencrest Donatus D; Fieldsend’s Mei D'espinvesa To Starwell (Imp) B*. HEADS & TAILS MINOR PUPPY STAKES: Mrs M Wildman. Cairns’ Dronski's Adele B*. PRO PLAN/DOG WORLD PUP OF THE YEAR COMPETITION: J Watson. Johnson’s Nikara Iced Diamond D*; Cawthera’s Nikara Diamond Tiara for Lireva B. CLASSIC CHAMBERS OPEN STAKES: Mrs M Wildman. Harrison & Harrison’s Ch Hisnhers Diamond Geezer At Anfranjo JW ShCM D*. NEWBY SPECIAL BEGINNERS STAKES: Mrs G J Lilley. Farndale’s Meadowbears True Blue ShCM D*; Shorer-Wheeler’s Koromandel Somebody Told Me JW B. GUNDOG GROUP TOY GROUP OD2 September 21st 2012 AUSTRALIAN SILKY TERRIER: Mrs E Spavin-Harrison.Welch’s Red Angel At Limartine D*;Welch’s Limartine Me A Red B. BICHON FRISE: Mrs B Dickinson. Coad’s Pamplona Brings It On D*; Moss’ Ashmair Bring It On Mamose (IKC) B. BOLOGNESE: A Stewart. Watson’s Ir Ch Buoncasa Bruichladdich D*; Franklin’s Starexpress Fantastica B. CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL: Ms L King-Smith. Waters’ Ch Maibee Make Believe D*; Hegarty’s Chantismere Claddagh B. CHIHUAHUA (LONGCOAT): Mrs B Taylor. Hargreaves & Hargreaves’ Tampico Hot 'N' Delicious D;Thorpe’s Ashaka Striptease B*. CHIHUAHUA (SMOOTH COAT): Mrs P J Tranter. O’Neill’s Chirolin Hudson Bay D; Jacks’ Amarose Tink Attitude JW B*. CHINESE CRESTED DOG: Mrs J Peak. Crow’s Mongoshi Gate Crasher (Imp) D*; Condren & Bryson’s Doucai's Tasteful Tart At Myglee B. COTON DE TULEAR: Mrs E Spavin-Harrison. Gill’s Cotonkiss Rockafella D*; Gill’s Fr Ch Cotonkiss Juicy Couture B. ENGLISH TOY TERRIER (BLACK & TAN): Mrs S Terry. Wild’s Ch Shanedale Rumour Has It D*; Gourley & Leonard’s Witchstone Count To Free B. GRIFFON BRUXELLOIS: Mrs G J Lilley. Murray’s Ch Beauview Brave As A Blizzard D*; Donnellan’s Beauview Girls Night Out B. HAVANESE: Mrs A Lakin. Stevenson & Stevenson’s Sheneva's Homeward Bound At Jeminai D*;Ashwood’s Larwinsca Calamity Jane at Silviesol B. ITALIAN GREYHOUND: Mrs B Banbury. Hodges & Hodges’ Ch Dalinset Sarastro D*; Lister’s Ch Florita Tipitina B. JAPANESE CHIN: Ms J Thomas. Rose’s Fralee Namakiki At Rossyn D; Jolley’s Pochinka Polka Dot Dekobras B*. KING CHARLES SPANIEL: Miss C L M Gatheral. Moffatt & Robins’ Ch Maibee Theo D*; Robinson’s Baldragon All About Me JW B. LOWCHEN (LITTLE LION DOG): Mrs M Boulcott. Pascoe’s Broevans Mark Of The Hero D;Taylor’s Ballarat Amarula ShCM B. MALTESE: Ms J Hutchinson. Jackson & Jackson’s Ch Benatone Gold Boots D*; Eades & Eades’ Sedae Gold Desire B. MINIATURE PINSCHER: Mrs J Sparrow. McLean’s Kuri Kuri With Kilmuir D*; Bisland’s Ch Kriegar Ooh La La B. PAPILLON: F Kane.Whitehill’s Amicae Star Gazer For Temelora D; Stewart & Stewart-Knight’s Ch Denemore Story's Echo At Tussalud B*. PEKINGESE: S Parsons. Martin’s Ch Yakee Ooh Aah Cantona D*; Shaw, Francis & Mee’s Pekehuis Applause B. POMERANIAN: Miss V Cox. Cawthera’s Lireva's Short Sir Kit D*; Cawthera’s Ch Lireva's the House Mouse B. PUG: H Almgren (Sweden). Brooks Lowe’s Ch Pugalicious Provocateur JW D*; Fallon’s Ir Ch Clodana Serenitybelle Jun Ch CW11 CJW11 AnCh B. YORKSHIRE TERRIER: Mrs G J Lilley. Pipe’s Brevorda Magical Delight D;Wiegand’s Frasermar Mystic Love At Andelalie NAF B*. AV RARE BREEDS (GUNDOG & TOY): M Gilchrist. Bell’s Millpoint Double Trouble At Owlspoint ShCM D; Pearse’s Arany's Elfie B. AV IMPORTED REGISTER BREEDS (GUNDOG & TOY): M Gilchrist. Nelson’s Gaesten Zippy Zingo D*. HEADS & TAILS MINOR PUPPY STAKES: Mrs M Wildman. Allan’s Allanabru Saucy Savours B*. PRO PLAN/DOG WORLD PUP OF THE YEAR COMPETITION: J Watson. Robson’s Robricci E Type Jack D*;Welthy’s Yankuku Choc And Roll B. CLASSIC CHAMBERS OPEN STAKES: Mrs M Wildman. Ward’s Mischtikals Garden Of Eve B*. NEWBY SPECIAL BEGINNERS STAKES: Mrs G J Lilley. Quinn’s Dekobras Bring Me Sunshine D; Curtis’ Ballyriver Fern B*. Results courtesy of Higham Press TO ORDER PRINTS PLEASE CONTACT THE PHOTOGRAPHER Ida Bouhwuis [email protected] OD2 September 21st 2012 8 ● Utility Group winner was the Dalmatian, Ch Offordale Chevalier, owned by Mrs Alexander, with Anthony Bongiovanni representing sponsor Royal Canin, judge Liz Cartledge and Gillian Morley representing the Committee. ● Terrier Group winner was the Norwich Terrier, Ch Ragus Merry Gentleman, owned by Lesley Crawley and Matthew Oddie, pictured with judge Liz Cartledge, Barbara Banyard representing Royal Canin, and Show Manager, Robert Harrison. ● Terrier Group 2, the Kerry Blue Terrier, Torum’s Calico Jack, owned by Ron Ramsay, seen here with judge Liz Cartledge. ● Utility Group 2, the Minature Poodle, Ch Michandy Great Expectation By Navarre JW ShCM, owned by Mrs HolmesLeak, with judge Liz Cartledge. ● Utility Group 3 was the Tibetan Terrier, Ch Verony French Charm, owners Mr & Mrs Green. ● Utility Group 4 was the Lhasa Apso, Multi Int Am UK Ch Chic Chiox Ta Sen Knockout, owner Mrs Tumppila. Handled by Michaela Hall. ● Terrier Group 3, the Wire Fox Terrier, Ch Travella Star Craft, owned by Mr Frankie Leung and Mr Almeida, handled by Richard Allen. Photo’s by Llovall Design for more photos go to www.ourdogs.co.uk ● Terrier Group 4 was the Irish Terrier, Ch Fleet St Fire And Ice, owned by Mr & Mrs Tony Barker and John Averis, with John handling. ● Posing during a quiet moment, Chief Steward Laurel McBeth and Assistant Chief Steward Cath Moffat. ● At Darlington there was the opportunity to try for the Good Citizen Bronze award and Paul Tennant is here presenting Tracey Boyles and Cell with their certificate. ● Would you buy a used car off this man? Ernie Patterson is actually a JP as well as Treasurer of Darlington, so he is trustworthy! ● Joan Corner taking the entries for the Kennel Club breeders competition sponsored by Agria in association with OUR DOGS. ● Helping exhibitors with enquiries were Anne Defaye and Denise Sharples pictured in front of the Darlington archive banner. ● Tim Ball judging German Spitz. 9 OD2 September 21st 2012 ● Group 3: Hungarian Puli, Ch Rockisland Crest Of A knave For Cordemops ShCM, owned by Miss Grover ● Winner of the Gundog group: Siddle’s Pointer, Sh Ch Wilchrimane Ice Maiden JW, pictured with judge Frank Kane, Barbara Banyard for Royal Canin and Terry Pearson, Vice Chairman representing the committee ● Group 4: Pyrenean Mountain Dog Ch Shireoaks Wizard Legend JW, owned by Miss Bayliss Pastoral group 2: Australian Shepherd, Ch Allmark Fifth Avenue JW owners Allan and Harlow, handled by Angie Allen pictured with judge Liz Cartledge ● Gundog group 4: Irish Water Spaniel, Sh Ch Am Ch Whistlestop’s Elements Of Magic, owned by Judith Carrutthers and Colleen McDaniel ● Winner of the Pastoral group: Samoyed Ch Vandreem Imperial Hermioni By Berezniki JW ShCM, owned by Lisa Bobrowski, pictured with judge Liz Cartledge, committee member Cath Moffat and Anthony Bongiovanni of Royal Canin ● Gundog group 2: Labrador Retriever, Sh Ch Am and Can Ch Salty Dog Of Tampa Bay, owned by Mrs Hess, pictured with judge Frank Kane Free online access with every Our Dogs direct debit subscription ● Gundog group 3: American Cocker Spaniel, Afterglow Pearl’s A Singer, owned by Miss Susan Crummey and Jason Lynn, handled by Susan Photo’s by Llovall Design for more photo’s go to www.ourdogs.co.uk ● A party was held by Mr and Mrs Dimmock to celebrate the gaining of the 3rd CC at Welsh Kennel Club of Ch Sheltiesham Mine’s A Dream For Fernhill. Breeder Penny Forster-Cooper is opening the champagne! Darlington Chairman Sarah Allsopp and Vice Chairman Terry Pearson have developed the Darlington Archive together with Our Dogs. This year saw the arrival of the first two special pull-ups. Watch this space in 2013 ● One of the overseas judges from Scandanavia was Mr Hans Almgren from Sweden The winner of the Eukanuba Champion Stakes under Ronnie Irving was Brady’s Shetland Sheepdog, Ch Francehill Two Tone. Also pictured representing Eukanuba was Erica Greenwood. Full reports from the champion stakes appear in Our Dogs 2. ● Already thinking about 2013, Manchester show is just around the corner! The Our Dogs stand was a focal point for exhibitors collecting their schedules and Secretary Paul Harding (centre) is pictured with Vince Hogan of Our Dogs and John Finney (Assistant Show Manager of Manchester Championship show) See the Our Dogs stand at Driffield OD2 September 21st 2012 10 Darlington * Best Bitch/ Opposite Sex was the Japanese Akita Inu, Noshiro Foxy Lady. She also won Best of Breed at City of Birmingham Championship Show. Owned by Ms Bateman-Hall ● Group 4: King Charles Spaniel Ch Maibee Theo, owners Mr Moffatt and Mrs Robins ● The latest fashion in bibs was modelled at Darlington 2012 ● Group 3: Papillon Ch Denemore Story’s Echo At Tussalud, owned by Mrs Stewart and Miss StewardKnight seen with judge Stephen Bardwell. ● Debbie Mitchell, Kathy Kilcran and Christine McFarlan were looking after the judges’ well being in judges’ reception. Nice tea and biscuits girls! ● Topping the Toy group was the Griffon Bruxellois, Ch Beauview Brave As A Blizzard, owner Mrs Murray, judge Stephen Bardwell, secretary of Darlington David Guy and Margaret Masterman representing the sponsor Royal Canin. ● Felicity Allen pictured with one of the twins…not in the junior handling class! This is Henry, who we might have mistaken at City of Birmingham….obviously a man did that caption! Nice to see mother and baby flourishing. ● Senior gate steward Joan Goldin and Robert Burns (or is it General Custer?) at Gate 2 ● The Purina team at Darlington: Nicki Griffiths, Lee Cox and Ian McAlpine ● Assistant show managers Mason Thorne and Mark Walshaw and show manager Robert Harrison. Looking good guys! ● Judge Moa Persson from Sweden pictured with her Swedish Vallhund Best of Breed, Ch Starvon Roumour Has It, owners Mr and Mrs West and Best Puppy Yosemite Swift River At Starvon also owned by Mr and Mrs West ● Winning the Petplan Junior Stakes on day 2 was Boxer, Susancar Anna Compliss, owners Susan and Sandra Carter, pictured with judge Paul Harding, Jill Peak and Paul Badd for Petplan ● Junior Petplan Stakes winner on Day 3 with Paul Harding (judge), Jill Peak representing Petplan and Sarah Jackson ● Anthony Bongiovanni of Royal Canin shaking Steve of Highams warmly by the throat! No reason for this other than to make sure we got Steve in for the fourth week running! Book your advert for Our Dogs Annual 2013 now! ● The Our Dogs showgirls pictured at Darlington sporting their new ‘BigPaw’ embroidered jackets. No they are not sisters, that’s Brooke (left) and Mum Thelma on the right. Making up the threesome is George the Cardigan Corgi. ● Leonberger Tug of War with Joan and Kerry Rushby at Darlington. Don’t ask what they are chewing over! ● Group 2: Bichon Frise Pamplona Brings It On, owned by Michael Coad, handled by Geoff Corish pictured with judge Mr Stephen Bardwell.