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Crufts live obedience on Facebook   (puppies) 12/1/2019 4:59:17

We're super excited to announce that for the very first time, you will be able to watch the Obedience ring LIVE from all 4 days of Crufts 2019 via our new Obedience Facebook group! 🐶😃

You can join our group / watch the LIVE stream here: Obedience, Obreedience, Rally & Heelwork to Music news by @TheKennelClubUK

Obedience Leagues - www.obedienceleagues.com  (Whyso) 11/12/2018 16:8:53

www.obedienceleagues.com ... Join the fun .. Join the Obedience Leagues
put it in your diary to join in January!!!
The Obedience Leagues are getting all so exciting now .. just one open show left (Newton Heath on 30/12) so will placings change much?
Don't forget 2018 members can only enter results up to and including 31st December - after that the Leagues will close for awards to be sorted. Ensure all your 2018 results are entered - good luck to all League members.

Visit the website HELP page to read about how the Leagues Work .. there is a video on there too explaining it all.

You join the leagues .. basic membership includes any class you work and area leagues ... you can also join (at additional cost any of the leagues shown below)

You enter your own show results and the site does all the rest .. allocating points and putting your results in all leagues you enter automatically.

Special Leagues you can join which are great for 'other breeds' etc are:
>> ABC League - Anything but not a collie or collie cross
>> Border Collie League
>> Crossbreed League
>> Gundog League
>> Hound & Lurcher League
>> Rescue League
>> Spaniel League
>> Terrier League
>> Toy & Small Dog League
>> Working Sheepdog League
>> Young Handler League

Everyone will receive at least a certificate showing your placing in the leagues .. a large percentage will receive certificates, rosettes and medals.
League Members can also claim 'Winning Out' Certificates.

See the website for all details .. the help page for all info .. photo page to see what others have won over the years.

Click on the Black & gold Leagues Logo that is on this site.

Join the fun .. Join the Obedience Leagues

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newbury & District DTS, Open, 9th June 2019. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Rita Evans at home on Saturday 16th February, with her beloved Walter by her side. Rita was a very talented dog trainer, competing very successfully in Obedience for many years before switching to Working Trials where she was equally successful. Rita loved her dogs but it was German Shepherds that captured her heart. Her special favourite was Rudi, her all black boy who was an exceptional dog who also produced some lovely offspring. Rita’s funeral will be a private family affair, in accordance with her wishes. Rest In Peace my special friend. Sandra White

REEDYFORD DTC Show
2nd March 2019
Change of judge and class start time.
We only have 1 'B' class due to lack of entries but or 2nd 'B' judge Mr Ray Wakelin has agreed to judge Pre - Beginners for us due to higher entries in what was a combined ring with Beginners and in recent years only needing 1 judge for both classes.
Pre - Beginners and Beginners both classes will now start at 9.30am and NOT as it states on our schedule
Kym

Well, after losing our beloved Chokki in October last year, then my Mum who died in January, literally 3 months to the day after loosing Chokki,our rescue from Valgrays now beginning the process of wanting to give our hearts to a new rescue dog. However, the process you have to go through, had a flying flag colours with two rescues but can understand the questions but it can be rather intrusive so through this am beginning to understand why people do go out and BUY a dog, when there are loving homes like ours, and the rescue people want more details - worse than the HMRC.
Hey ho
Chris

Ob Ch Forever Magic It’s a Gift
10/6/06-2/2/19
We are devastated to announce that our beloved Ginty has died after a short battle with prostate cancer.
Such a special boy our hearts are broken RIP lad.
Steve and Philomena Barnes

I've just uploaded the schedule for Great Baddow DT, Open, 1st September 2019. Thanks to Jackie Jackson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Cheshire DTA, 22nd (Championship) & 23rd (Open) June 2019. Thanks to Lisa Stock.

I've just uploaded schedule for Stanhope Agricultural Society, Open, 14th September 2019. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

Culverstone Show this coming Sunday. We are starting to get a touch desperate for some kind person to come forward & offer to judge Novice for us as our judge has been taken ill. There must be someone out there that either missed or forgot to enter who could help us out please. Jo

I've just uploaded the schedule for Elm Park DTC, Championship, 5th October 2019. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Surrey DTS, Championship, 16th June 2019. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Basingstoke & District DTC, Open, 1st June 2019. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Warlingham DTC, Open, 18th May 2019. Thanks to Allison Burrows.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the BCOS Grand Prix. Thanks to June Le Fevre.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Billingshurst DTC, Open, 22nd June 2019. Thanks to Eunice Pearson.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the North West Kent Capped Open Show. Thanks to Eileen Restell.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Carmarthen CS. Thanks to Bryan Luckock.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Nuneaton DTC, Open, 8th June 2019. Thanks to Julia Bodsworth.

I've just uploaded the schedule for South Cotswold DTC, Open, 11th May 2019. Thanks to Mary Siddall.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Winchester City DTC, Championship, 14th July 2019. Thanks to Sue Garner.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Leven & District DTOC, Open, 20th April 2019. Thanks to Andrew Kousourou.

I've just uploaded the schedule for South Eastern DTS, Open, 23rd June 2019. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Anglian Acorns Obedience Group, 2 x Open, 12th & 13th October 2019. Thanks to Jacky Roddick.

I've just uploaded Richard Moss's pictures from Forest Oaks Farm to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Alison Thomson's picture from Lune Valley to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Please note that Class 3 - 'A' Dog & Bitch - is now full.

Teresa Paterson

Please note that Class 2 (Novice Dog & Bitch) is now full.
Hopefully, there will be a few entries from Beginner handlers!!
There are spaces available in Class 'A' and Class 'B'. Teresa Paterson

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Culverstone. Thanks to Joanna Newman.

OK .... I've started the Crufts 2019 page !!!! (Is it too early?)

I've put the ticket qualifiers, and the judges I know into the page. Plus I've left the managers and assistant managers as they were last year.

If anyone can spot any errors or any changes I should make please let me know.

Then it's up to you to let me have teams members as they are known (please note that I need full kc dogs name and breed please), and any photos. To obedienceuk@gmail.com

Thanks!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Redcar & District DTC, Championship, 28th July 2019. Thanks to Karen Davies.

It’s with regret that we have to announce that Dennis passed away peacefully last night .
The family will announce funeral arrangements in due course.
Starting in Obedience in 1949 and completed his last competetive “C” round in 2014 where he did fast pace that would have put to shame handlers half his age!
He was a very proud founder member and life long supporter of Lichfield & District Dog Training Society starting as trainer,committee member,chairman and president.
He achieved everything in this sport from owning and training 3 Obedience Champions and serving on numerous Kennel Club Committees and remained a member to this day.
Our thoughts are with the family
On a personal note we have lost a true and loyal family friend.
Lyn & Mick Tozer

I've just uploaded the schedule for Spalding & District DTC, Open, 14th July 2019. Thanks to Debbie Back.

Re Newton Heath Show 6/7 July. I now have a C judge for the Saturday. Thanks to Heather Grey for offering to swap from Novice. So, I now need a Novice & a C judge for the Sunday. Any offers please either message me or email mograham51@btinternet.com.

2 C judges needed, one each day.

Hi I was just checking to see if anyone has any seat tickets spare for obedience championship day on Saturday .

If you have could you please call me Anne Sanderson 07752411009

Thank you

I've just uploaded the schedule for Aylesbury CTS, Open, 27th April 2019. Thanks to Helen Frost.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for The GSD (Alsatian) Club of the UK. Thanks to Stephanie Evans.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Forest Oaks (Glos) CS. Thanks to Michelle Dodson.

I really do need your help. I'm still looking for 3 C judges for our ticket show on Saturday 3rd August.........2 dog and 1 bitch judge. If I don't get the judges we wont be holding a show so come on people please help us. You will be well looked after with 3 days free camping.
Many thanks Annette Dowd

I've just uploaded the schedule for Chalfield DTC, Open 16th June 2019. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Exeter DTC, 25th (Championship) & 26th (Open) May 2019. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for North West Kent, 27th (Championship) & 28th (Open) July 2019. Thanks to Eileen Restell.

The draw for the Crufts Obedience Championships was made this morning. All competitors will be notified by email later today.
As in previous years I would request that you refrain from discussing anything other than your own draw on social media so that everyone can learn their draw in the same way.
I will be releasing the full draw to Les and DTW at the end of the week.
Good luck.
Richard Kebble

Entries close 31 Jan - just a few spaces left in Beginners - WYD or Post

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Southern BCC Capped Open Show, 14th April 2019.Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lisburn & District DTC, Open, 23rd March 2019. Thanks to Anne Hamill.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Scottish Kennel Club, Championship, 18th May 2019. Thanks to Andrew Kousourou.

With the demise of Cippenham, will there be a Bracknell Show this year?

I've just uploaded the schedule for the BAGSD Northern Branches, Open, 28th April 2019. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Sheffield GSD Society, Open, 14th April 2019. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I am wanting to get the Schedule out for the above show which is a double weekend with Billingshurst, held at Horsham on June, 23rd. I still require a Judge for the Novice Bitch class and hopefully following this post some kind person will offer? You will be well looked after with a lovely breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea with home made cakes!


Many thanks,

Sheila Legg-Smith (01372 842871)

Sadly, Joan White passed away last week.

Her funeral will be held on Monday, 4th February at 12 noon at Bramcote Crematorium small chapel

I've just uploaded the running orders for Lune Valley. Thanks to Lesley Alsop.

Help name man / Warning be aware of this man
Southwater Country Park, Horsham, Sussex - Friday 11/01/19 am
A woman with a GSD and a man with a Jack Russell walking in the Southwater Country Park area, both dogs off leads, they scrapped but neither of the owners were in sight to see which dog started it. The man threw himself on the GSD and punched and kicked it violently, the GSD let go of the Jack Russell and the JR walked off. I can see the JR owner being very concerned about GSD -v- JR. Woman with GSD has obviously been asking/screaming at man to leave GSD alone, in one of the attacks on the GSD the man throws a hand either to possibly hit GSD again or fight off the woman, hit the woman and sent her flying backwards, the man continued to punch the GSD, man had hold of GSDs collar, this violent attack continued even after the two dogs had parted. Man, eventually gets up off GSD, JR is near but not near, man then goes in on GSD again violently, eventually lets GSD go. Woman is in shock about this behaviour, she has GSD standing on lead next to her, man walks off, woman says “don’t you ever attack my dog again”, man walk back straight into her face and says “What you gonna do about it”. Man walked away again and came back saying “here’s something to get on with” and kicks the GSD in the abdomen very very hard, dog is in severe pain and crying/yelping. In amongst all this JR man insists on owners name he uses phone and advises this is a police matter. GSD woman in too much shock to think about asking his name, too concerned about GSD welfare. GSD woman has phoned the Police and the RSPCA they will prosecute if we can find out who this violent JR man is. Please help!

GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG
CLUB OF WALES

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

To be held at

Whitchurch Rugby Club
Samuels Crescent, Cardiff

On Monday 18th February 2019
Commencing 8:00pm

Items for the Agenda
must be made in writing
to the Hon. Secretary and received by
Friday, 1st February 2019


Mrs S Evans
64 Severn Grove
Pontcanna
Cardiff
CF11 9EP
Tel: 029 2021 9253
Email: sue.gsdclubwales@sky.com

This Saturday the 19th January it’s the Heelwork to Music Crufts Semi Finals show at the Sports Connexion its near Rugby & Coventry, CV8 3FL.
All the top handlers will be performing and there will be a bar & café open.

I still need 2 C judges for 6th/7th July. One each day. Any offers please?

I've just uploaded the schedule for Waldridge Fell DTS, 25th (Open), 26th (Championship) & 27th (Open) May 2019. Thanks to Jenny Clarke.

Thank you to everyone who has offered to step in to judge or steward at our show in July. I am completely overwhelmed at the kindness people have shown, and want to let you all know how much I appreciate it. The good news is we’re back on course and I will be contacting you all over the weekend to clarify classes etc. Obedience folk are the best.

MR. DENNIS ASHLEY
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
The funeral will take place at 1.00pm on MONDAY 28th JANUARY 2019
at STREETLEY CREMATORIUM,LITTLE HARDWICK ROAD, ALDRIDGE WS9 0SG
NO FLOWERS
DONATIONS TO: RAINBOW HOSPICE,St GILES HOSPICE.
The family have requested a dress code of BRIGHT COLOURS PLEASE
Everyone is welcome afterwards at :
VESEYANS RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB
LITTLE HARDWICK ROAD ALDRIDGE WS9 0SG
Would anyone considering attending the funeral please send me (Mick Tozer) an email or text message (including your name please) in order to assist the family with the catering detail.
Email: mick.tozer@talktalk.net
Mobile: 07910 224 861
On behalf of the Ashley family
Thank you all in advance
Mick Tozer.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Prestwick & District DTC, 15th (Championship) & 16th (Open) June 2019. Thanks to Steve Rutter.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Isle of Man Dog Club, 2 x Open, 15th & 16th June 2019. Thanks to Sue Biggerstaff.

Important information regarding Solihull Open and Championship Show.

Due to a situation that has been out of my control, Solihull DTC have had to change the date of the weekend show.
The New dates are Saturday 6th July Open Obedience and Sunday 7th July Championship. (This is the second date change in as many days).

As a result of this we have lost quite a few judges due to them having other commitments. Thank you sincerely to those who are still able to judge and thank you to those who have offered to step in. Can I ask those judges who have not yet replied to email me asap.

Unfortunately Debbie Back is no longer able to judge Championship C Dog, and so we are on the look out for a replacement judge.

We also need several judges for both days. If you can please help I would be grateful.

From a very stressed Show Secretary.
Jen

Please can anyone help me get in contact with Carol. I want to donate to the little dog's operation. Thank you Dee Steadman

JUDGES TRAINING & SEMINARS
KC Obedience Regulations & Judging Procedure Seminar and Examination
Saturday March 2nd 2019
&
KC Obedience Course Design & Practice of Judging Seminar
Sunday March 3rd 2019

Do you compete in obedience?
Would you like to know the judges perspective?
Are you feeling confident and want to support your sport by judging others?
Are you an existing judge wanting to refresh your knowledge?
Presented by Bryan Luckock
KC Accredited Trainer

One day £15 or both days for £25 per person
WHERE
Willoughby House, Whitepits Lane,
Alvechurch, West Midlands B48 7HR

Start time each day 9.45 for 10am until about 5pm
(Tea & Coffee provided)

All you need to bring is your lunch, pen and paper.
If you want to bring a dog on the Sunday you are welcome and we can use you and the dog to practice judging with.

Course notes and handouts will be provided

Further details from Lynn Luckock 01283 813752
Application with Fee to 45 Park Lane, Tutbury, Staffs DE13 9JQ
Chq made payable to L M Luckock

Does anyone no if the Anglesey obedience show is on this year?

I've just uploaded the schedule for Rugby DTC, Championship, 5th May 2019. Thanks to Stephanie Evans.

Ramsden Bellhouse DTC

It is with much regret that we have to announce the cancellation of our obedience show on Saturday 8th June 2019.

Unfortunately, our lovely venue has been sold and we are unable to find a suitable site in our area which would meet our requirements.

We are all very disappointed that we can no longer hold this show but would like to thank all the judges and competitors for their support over the years.

Best wishes

Fiona Mears
Show Secretary

I've just uploaded the schedule for BAGSD Birmingham South, Open, 7th April 2019. Thanks to Tony Morris.

Can anyone help - judge stewards etc. Good to see a breed show wanting to put on obedience classes

Wishing you all a Very Happy New Year.
Southern Border Collie Club
At this years Championship Show on the 14th April 2019 we have decided to hold 4 classes of open capped Obedience, which will be at the back of the hall this depends on the offers of help and if I can get Judges, stewards, scribes, stay steward and chief steward. Classes will be Beginners, Novice, A and B.
We have the licence and Teresa Paterson has kindly offered to do the schedule, running orders etc.
So to this end I am asking for help.
Also please bare in mind that this is a hard standing area with no cover. There will be no parking in this area for exhibitors.
If this go's well we may then consider something more
If you can help know anyone that will help in any way please either pm me or e-mail angier.bilyara@gmail.com
Happy to answer any question's.
We will have 2 schedule's one for the obedience and one for the Champ show but you can enter both

Venue address:–
The Agricultural Hall, Lockmeadow Market, Barker Road, Maidstone Kent ME16 8LW

Karen angler

Pre Beginner AND Beginner show reports posted.
Thanks to all competitors who entered.
Dave Banks

JUDGING SEMINAR DAYS

Saturday 19th January - "KC Regs and Judging Procedure Seminar & Exam."
Saturday 2nd or Sunday 3rd February - "Test Design & Practice of Judging."

Venue:
Knowl Hill Village Hall,
(Thames DTC Hall)
The Terrace,
Bath Road,
Maidenhead.
RG10 9XB

All three days commence at 9.30 for 10.00 start, finish approx 4.00pm
Led by Richard Kebble - Kennel Club Accredited Judges Trainer

Day 1 : KENNEL CLUB REGULATIONS AND JUDGING PROCEDURE SEMINAR & EXAMINATION – Saturday 19th January 2019
This seminar is open to everyone interested in competitive obedience, whether an experienced judge, or to those who just wish to have a greater understanding of the rules and regulations and may wish to qualify to judge.
The seminar covers all ‘G’ Regulations relevant to judging, Judges Code of Conduct, best practice and planning and preparation for a judging appointment. The seminar will be followed by a 40 minute, 40 question multiple choice test. Numbers are not limited on these days.

Day 2 and Day 3: TEST DESIGN AND PRACTICE OF JUDGING – Saturday 2nd or Sunday 3rd February 2019
Two separate days covering the same subject matter have been organised as numbers are strictly limited to 12 in each seminar.
This seminar is for anyone who wishes to gain further understanding of and get hands on practical experience in planning, test design and judging of obedience tests.
The seminar is open to everyone who has attended the Rules and Regulations Seminar and passed the multiple-choice exam. Previously qualified judges exempt from the Rules and Regulations seminar are also eligible to attend.
The seminar covers key ‘G’ Regulations relevant to judging, the planning, preparation, design of and then judging a Novice and Class B test.
Places are limited to 12 on both these days.

Fee: £19.00 per seminar. Fee includes the seminar delegate’s pack.
Tea, coffee etc are also included on all days. You will need to bring a packed lunch.

* To book yourself onto Day 1 and then either Day 2 or Day 3, please reply to this email, stating if you want to attend both seminars and sending your home phone number and mobile phone number so I can contact you easily.

* Please tell me whether you would prefer Day 2 or Day 3 for the Test Design (if there's not enough interest to run two days, it will just be the Saturday 2nd February. There are only 12 places available on the Test Design courses so this is why I have booked two. However obviously won't run two if there aren't enough applicants to pay for the hall and expenses)

* Once I have confirmation that you would like to book a place on the seminar days, I will send you details of how to pay.

* I will also send a question form that needs to be completed and emailed back to Richard Kebble.


Priority will be given to those people who have already sent me a private message or email indicating their interest.

Please let people at your dog clubs and training groups know about these seminars, particularly those who are not on Facebook and don’t use the internet much.

Please get in touch if you have any questions.

Thank you


Wendy Birch.
Email: wendyanddella@gmail.com
Call: 078119 11741 or text me.

Has anybody got a phone number to pre book your car parking for crufts thanks Lyn Johnson

I've just uploaded the schedule for Preston & Fylde GSD Club, 2 x Open, 29th & 30th June 2019. Thanks to Jan Tootall.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Reedyford DTC, Open, 2nd March 2019. Thanks to Steve Rutter.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Leicestershire GSD, Championship, 6th May 2019. Thanks to Jacki Snook.

Sunday Ring Training Venues 2019.



From Sunday 10th February onwards:

The Venue for the training is:

Taro Leisure Centre. (Opposite side to show bit, behind Council Building)

Penns Place. Petersfield. Hampshire. GU31 4EX (Enter Penns Place Car Park, drive straight for about 150 metres then turn right just in front of house, follow road round toward council offices to park where you will see us all).



Held on the following Sundays shown below from 10.30am till 1pm ish. (If you have the ring posts/rope on a particular week please try to arrive as close to 10am as possible).

There will be 3 or 4 rings set up. Training will not be held if weather is bad. No Instruction (unless requested), just do your own thing but EVERYONE should be prepared to take a turn (10 minutes) stewarding or being in ring acting as a judge to create ring authenticity. This is brilliant training to get your dog ready for the show season and what’s more…...It’s COMPLETELY FREE!!! So what you waiting for? Come along! People at all stages and levels of competition from Companion show level to ticket are welcome and will benefit.

We each take a turn of taking the ring ropes home one week and bringing it the next, it doesn’t take hardly any room.

Everyone and anyone is welcome so please tell others and feel free to forward this on. This needs to be supported more folks otherwise it defeats the object so I am saying to you all ….. Use it or lose it!!!

Some of us go to local pub for lunch and a natter after training, please join us if you wish.



Every Sunday Starting Sunday 10th February Through to End of April and Possibly a few more Sundays After, T.B.C. SEE YOU THERE!!!

Russell Becque

Binnie Iggulden's funeral arrangements are as follows:-
Tuesday 8th January 2019 at 12.40pm at Yeovil Crematorium, Bunford Lane, Yeovil, BA20 2EJ.
Followed by a light buffet at The Bird in Hand Henstridge BA8 0QD all welcome.
No flowers but any donations welcome for cancer research to be sent to the Co Op funeral directors Gillingham Dorset.
Re-posted on behalf of Steve Iggulden and Tina (daughter-in-law)

I've just uploaded the schedule for the BCOS Grand Prix Obedience Show, Unaffiliated, 23rd & 24th February 2019. Thanks to Anita Neal.

Willowgarth Bobbee Dazzler 01/07/06 - 17/12/18 (Sheltie)

Bobbee was such a sweet gentle boy, taken suddenly, Sweet dreams run free sweetpea.

Lesley & Peter Lubbbi