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New eShop  (ObedienceUK) 18/4/2018 15:19:4

I've changed the software that runs the eShop, so I believe you will find it much simpler to use. There is a FAQS (Frequently Asked Questions) link but I'll add more answers to questions if anyone finds a question that needs answering.

Cost of advertising is £2 by Paypal (or £3 by cheque) for a 30 day listing.

Adding pictures is a lot simpler in the new shop, and if you create an account you can manage (edit and delete) your ads. (Details in FAQS)

I've just uploaded the running orders for Wigton. Thanks to Anne Westover.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Kilmarnock. Thanks to Andrew Kousourou.

I posted a message yesterday for help with an 'A' Steward. I have already got a steward for Beginner, which was needed, which she would be willing to do the 'A'. Therefore, if you could help with Beginner Steward I can swap. Email me if you can help jackie614@btinternet.com
Jackie

Competitive Training Day with Sandy. See courses Sandy

Unfortunately our judge, judging 'A' Bitch now needs a steward, if you can help please contact me, Jackie, email jackie614@btinternet.com and I will put you in touch.
Thank You if you can help us.
Jackie

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Cheltenham. Thanks to Babs Sharp.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Lisburn. Thanks to Anne Hamill.

unclaimed rosettes for: Madge Thompson, Susie Duke, Maggie Moran, and Mrs S Walsham.

left at shows: round titbit pot, white lid with 4 clips around it.
Circular woven black/white tuggy.
Long purple stretchy tuggy with 6inch fuffy end.

These will be taken to Ditton and Worcester shows.

If anyone has missed Thurrock closing, don’t worry about making a panic stricken phone call, either put in post ASAP (first class!) or I’m happy to accept entries at Ditton 👍

Will anyone steward an A for me at Lichfield on the Saturday, please?
Also I just need one more B judge for Newton Heath Show 30th December at Myerscough then I can get schedules out.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Wakefield. Thanks to Annette Benoist.

Kathy Hood has kindly allowed me to have a training ring at Birmingham this year, so I hope to see all of the people that know me and those that do not in the ring and all my members of the stay breakers club!!
As some of you know that my wife Rosemary suffers from Dementia she knits for charity as knitting helps with the brain, if anybody could donate wool to help her I would be most grateful.
Hope to see you at the show.
Regards Alan Chapman

Please can anyone tell me where I can purchase the obedience 2019 diary from please

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

I've just uploaded the running orders for East Kilbride. Thanks to Anne Marie Parker.

Can any club use some old trophies, maybe to re-badge for a pet dog show or club match?

Will the top handler who is spreading unfounded rumours about my line please note. I have never bred from any fitting bitches, used any fitting stud dogs or produced any fitting puppies, ever!

Congratulations to Dot Watts and Zyco

Does anyone know anything about Paulden BCs, good or bad. Have a friend who is going to look at some puppies and she’s trying to find out about them first hand.

Final reminder 😊 Thurrock entries close tomorrow

Well done to Jodi Lunn and Longhalves Fast n Furious Ob Ch subject to KC

Dog Ticket : Mo Edser & OB CH FOREVER MY MIRACLE
Bitch Ticket : Helen Murray Ryan & SIXELA UNO'S DIVA

Once again Culverstone Dog Training Club are hosting a Ring Stewards Training Day on Saturday 13 October 2018.Limited to 15 this will give attendees the opportunity to act as a ring steward with plenty of time for practice and questions. For further details please e-mail jonewman@btinternet.com

Friends of ours lost their Springer Spaniel last year and are now looking for a Springer puppy from from working lines can anyone recommend any reputable breeders please. They are aware that this breed needs lots of excerise as have owned Springers in the past. TIA

I've just uploaded the running orders for York City. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders for The Bath ATC. Thanks to Steve Wiltshire.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Lichfield. Thanks to Stephanie Evans.

Just we reminder , Knightswood Champ entries close today

Reports posted for Aberdeen, beginners and C

At our Open show on Saturday, Novice Bitch will now be judged by Janet Plant, and not Lyn May.

Change of judge for Cheltenham dog show novice dog part 2 will now be judged by John Farr and not Pete Lawrence

Reminder - Thurrock entries close next Monday, 13th August

Hi, does anyone know where I can find a schedule for these two shows in October. Thanks, Hilary

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Worcester. Thanks to Stephanie Evans.

Patricia Jones and Longwaves Cloudy Sky - congratulations

Congratulations to Kat Farrants and Solarwind Star Sapphire

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Ditton. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

JUDGES REPORT POSTED

Congratulations to Heather Grey and Ob Ch Be My Miracle

Sharon Dunstan & Ob Ch Murellas Just Jasper

Hatchford Brook Bitch Ticket Winner
Lyn Tozer & Tizzy

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Chesvale. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

Rhia McGovern & Ob Ch Beckim Surprise Surprise

I am at Lune valley if anyone wants to give me their Knightswood ticket entries

Urgent
SOS. Hatchford Brook desperately need C stewards both Saturday and Sunday this weekend.
If you can help please call Annette 07989 053916.

I posted a note earlier during the week asking for clubs whom I have judged for to confirm my judging appointment over the past 6 years sadly only 1 club responded to my request. you all seem quick enough to come to me when you need help so shame on you. thank you OBUK for some of the information you provided.
brian reed

I am afraid we have just heard that Chris King has lost her battle with motor neurone the last message I had from her was wishing me luckj judging my first ticket I sent her a long message last week asking how she was and Woody and telling her about the ticket.She was so brave doing lots for our show in June we will miss you Chris x

Lichfield and District Dog Training Society – Obedience Show 2018

List of changes to named judges:

Saturday 1st September
Class 3 (Novice Dog) – Loryn Oliver will replace Stuart Kimblin
Class 8 (B Bitch) – Gwynneth Williams will replace Lesley Hardie
Class 8 (B Bitch) – Peter Height will replace Loryn Oliver

Sunday 2nd September
Class 17 (A Dog) – Helen Munks will replace Lynette Yates
Class 18 (A Bitch) – Graham Wellings will replace Paul Spencer


Thank you to all who have stepped in to judge (and steward!) and we wish those who are unable to judge due to ill health, a speedy recovery.

There was a rumour going around a couple of weeks ago that East Grinstead was cancelling their show this year.
I was over at the club last night and this is NOT the case. East Grinstead show at Ardingly IS ON.
Please support this show and send in your entries.

BEGINNERS - Saturday just posted.

Just a reminder entries close tomorrow (Postmarked). Should anyone wish to give me entries directly,I will be at Hatchford Brook at the weekend.
Kathy Hood

I've just uploaded the schedule for East Grinstead & District DTC, Championship, 20th October 2018. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Nth West Kent report 22nd July added for A dog part 2 not part 1 as stated.

Sorry senior moment.

Judy Weight

Cheshire DTA. B part 1 report posted

Lune Valley DTC show contact -
as from Wednesday 1st August for the duration of the show contact details are
Lesley - 07469 398032 or
Alison - 07780 682934

Lune Valley DTC change of Judge.
due to unforeseen circumstances class C part 2 on Sunday will now be judged by Dave Banks.
Many thanks to Dave for agreeing to step in at such short notice.

Lune Valley DTC change of Judge.
due to unforeseen circumstances class C part 2 on Sunday will now be judged by Dave Banks.
Many thanks to Dave for agreeing to step in at such short notice.

Huge thanks and our eternal gratitude to Susie Duke who has given up her day to judge C bitch part 2.

We just need a steward for Susie now - form an orderly queue please 😂

Fingers and toes crossed for an offer.

Change of Judge

Unfortunately, Kim Ford cannot judge pre-beginners for us, we wish her a speedy recovery.
Dorothy Cullum has kindly stepped in to judge instead.
We are looking for a kind person to steward pre-beginners for Dorothy.
Only 10 in the class.

Brian Reed here. As many of you will know, I have been refused permission by the KC to Judge Tickets until I can prove to them that I am fully qualified to do so. I have Judged Tickets in the past but that was longer than 5 years ago so they require me to provide proof that I am up to date with Judging as in am I still judging. I don't think that they keep records. I have been judging around 11 shows each year for the past 30 years and during the last 5 years not having a dog to work I have judged more than that. This year alone I have judged 3 Cs an A and have more to do. I have decided that I would like to Judge Tickets so can any club members who remember me judging for them over the past 6 years please email me at brianreed.dog@gmail.com Perhaps somebody at the KC will pick up on this.
thank you
Brian Reed

I've just uploaded Richard Nicholls' pictures from Halstead to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Chris Parkin's pictures from Newton Heath to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Congratulations to Mark Herritts (Dog) and Caroline Eley (Bitch)

Report posted.

Pauline Hill

Does anyone have any recommendations for a van that will fit 4 cages for border collies. Preferably with 3 seats in front or still having the back seats. Desperately need something soon but struggling. can't have anything too big so to be honest the smaller and more economical the better

cheers
Andrea

Totally new to obedience, have taken part in rally got through level 1
My dog is registered on the activities register do I need to register somewhere else to take part in obedience?

I've just uploaded the running orders for Danesford. Thanks to Sue Bean.

Just a reminder that we have re arranged our tickets from April to 23.9.18, running consequetivly with BAGSD . Entries close 5.8.18 . We have only received a few entries so far , so hopefully a great deal more will arrive soon.

Also polite notice , we have received a few entries with post dated cheques . Some even dated to the day of the show . Please do not post date your cheque as they require cashed prior to the show to allow us to run the show

We have taken a chance in re arranging these tickets , so hopefully it will all work out

Pamela Lochrie

Is anybody going to witham show who could scoreboard a novice class for me please?



LynJohnson

Silly query possibly, but if when the running orders are published and it only shows the first 10 dogs, and not all entries to that class, how does one know if ones entry has been received.

I do mine by post, so should I now get a certificate of posting? and if I do and my entry has got lost in the post will I be eligible to compete by paying my entry fee again once I turn up at the show.

I assume that if I turn up at a show assuming my form has been received (but hasn't) and I haven't got a certificate of posting then I assume I am unable to enter the show as I have no proof it has been sent.

Thanks

Charity Fun Class Sat 7th July & Class A 8th July reports now added

What time can we get on with Caravans please for Halstead.

Due to the number of entries in pre-beginners and beginners at Hatchford Brook on Saturday, both classes are being judged by Rita Goodfellow. Beginners will start on completion of the Pre-beginners class.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Paignton & District Fanciers Association. Thanks to Robin Gretenkort.

Unfortunately Richard Blinch, due to an operation cannot now judge Pre-Beginner for us.

Anyone who can help us out, it would be appreciated, please email jackie614@btinternet.com or phone 01245 473213

NWKent Champ and Open shows

Well we have had some scorchers in the past but I think that the weekend exceeded anything that we have had before but somehow we got through it without a hitch.
Our thank yous will be like the Oscars as there are so many people that we just can’t do without, from set up to break down and the days in between.
During the week of the show we discovered that we had less room available for campers due to the rugby club having recently being upgraded to a higher league which meant that no vehicles were allowed on the second pitch. Without Teresa Patterson, Gaynor Taylor, Linda Plows, Thelma Alexander, Malcolm Hanlon & Sean McCarthy we could never have managed to organise everyone so massive thanks to them all and hopefully you will do it again next year – Teresa told me that everyone had complied with their orders with good grace – other than the man who drove over the pitch to exit because he felt the ‘rules’ did not apply to him, nor would he stop when Teresa tried to flag him down, we have your registration number, we will work out who you are and will refuse entries next year – that ‘rule’ was in force to ensure that we keep this venue.
We thank all our competitors for coping with the parking situation, it seems complicated on paper but with our team of parkers at both sides everyone was safely gathered in without giving anyone grief, I did suggest that Serena’s husband wear his full battle dress and gun - lol
We had our own boy band – bromance going on there – lol, Stuart Calway, Jason Hibberd, Roy Williams, Peter Gregory, all commandeered from club, only 2 compete but all 4 are now expert at putting up the rings and having you there at the close of play to shift, load, unload and stack in the container is priceless-I hope that you enjoyed yours beers guys.
Thanks as per usual to our CSS Rod White – every year he requests cool conditions, but we only get them with rain! Only one bit of bother for you and I am glad that we did manage to muster up stay stewards for you once everyone knew where you were in your outpost 😊 Shame on those that were asked but couldn’t give a valid reason why they could/would not do at least one set when Georgie went round with the book in the morning, thank you to those that did help.
CS Sandra Cobbold, with you on board our ship sails smoothly, thank you so much and same place next year please.
Thank you to our judges & stewards, this year was a little testing as we lost a couple as soon as the schedule was issued, don’t ask ☹ Then we had the accident prone ladies – 3 who are hopefully on the mend. And one who had no transport! So huge thank you to those judges who agreed to step in and save the days. It is sad that this year we were without two stalwarts of shows in the SE, Barry Fitter & John Rogers, both poorly but hopefully better health is on its way to you both, I can’t remember a time when you were not at one of our shows. We missed you.
Well done to our ticket winners, both travelling from afar to take the prize: Guus Scholten & Dominique Guenther – good luck at Crufts. Thank you to Pat Burford, I hope that you enjoyed your first ticket appointment and to Jenny Gould for taking over from John Taylor who sadly had to withdraw from judging.
Our own team, from admin to poo sack collector, you all worked tirelessly from Friday to Sunday but we all had some laughs, no tears – hooray – and so we were rewarded with a sack load of rosettes between us including 5 first places – interesting that and note worthy to those who think that putting something back to shows interferes with winning – it doesn’t, that’s a fact.
We are grateful to the rugby club for allowing us to hold the show, they have recently been upgraded in their league hence the number 2 pitch not allowing vehicles on it. I am pleased to say that catering was much improved this year and received no grumbles about this.
Thank you Kirsty Stuart for manning the training ring for a while on Sunday, I think that it was way to hot for many customers this year. Jenny Harknet’s Charity fun class raised £90 for African Wild Dogs, again and our tombola raised £185 which we have shared with German Shepherd Elite Rescue and The Border Collie Spot.

We hope to see many of you again: 27th & 28th July 19

I've just uploaded the schedule for Down District DTC, Open, 8th September 2018. Thanks to Jill Davis.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Culverstone DTC, Capped Open, 25th November 2018. Thanks to Jo Newman.

I have some very sad news that our lovely chairman, Phil Knight has sadly passed away today. It was not expected and everyone on the Club Committee are devastated as will our Members tomorrow night.

Do not have any details yet of the funeral, but will post this. If you need to contact me you can email me jackie614@btinternet.com.
Jackie

Can be collected from me at Halstead, C Dog or Ditton, A Dog (I think).

Lesley Taylor 5th A Dog Pt 2 & Fun class 5th
Jacqueline Willis 6th A Dog Pt2 Open show & 6th Place A Dog Pt 1 Champ show
Marion Cooper 2nd Fun Class – Higher level
Imogen Woodman 2nd Fun Class – Higher level – will give this one to Bill Larkin
Margaret Young 3rd Fun Class – Lower level
Myra McCarthy 6th Fun Class – Lower level

I've just uploaded Richard Nicholls' pictures from North West Kent (Open) to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Alan Brierley's pictures from North West Kent (Open) to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I have emailed Club Members, where I know an email address, giving you the nominations for election to the Obedience Liaison Council - please reply as soon as possible with up to 3 nominations. If you are a Club Member who currently competes in obedience and I have not emailed you please contact me - sheilagh.hyde@ntlworld.com

I have posted the reports for the Basic and Novice classes

I've just uploaded the running orders for Royal Manx Agricultural Society. Thanks to Sue Biggerstaff.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Halstead. Thanks to Tanya Symonds.

congratulations to Mary Ray for doing the double and winning both Dog and Bitch Tickets

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Woburn. Thanks to Stephanie Evans.

I've just uploaded Alan Brierley's pictures from North West Kent to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded David Kirkby's pictures from South West Competitive Obedience Group Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Congratulations to Guus Scholten - Dog - & Domi Geunther (Ficek) - Bitch

A wonderful Surprise happened to me at Carmarthen Show recently.

I’m a small part of the army of volunteers who all enjoy nothing more than organising and co-ordinating fur filled weekends at Obedience Shows across the land.

We happily while away our time organising caterers, vendors, car/caravan parking, collating show applications, balancing the fees, cajoling potential judges, judging and ring stewarding our selves, booking venues and checking local bye laws, encouraging Ring and scoreboard stewards and so so much more and all with a smile!!!!!!!!!!!

The ultimate aim we all know, is to perpetuate canine ‘utopia’ where our dogs can demonstrate their abilities and hope their ‘handlers’ can actually handle the pressure without a wrong turn, miss throw, trip up or howler of howlers work the wrong class or miss the running order.

What fun we all have, knowing what it takes to keep our beautiful amateur ‘sport’ bounding along and ever growing to reaching more competitors and their handlers.

‘Utopia’ Where everything is perfect.

Carmarthen. Where I had a personal ‘moment’
In front of my friends and peers who, to my utter delight, presented me with a Heart of Gold award in recognition of my contribution to Obedience.
I was speechless and unable to share my gratitude and pleasure to everyone, other than a cheessey grin and spluttered words of inadequate thanks.

My appreciation for this award is limitless and sincere. Everyone that contributes in anyway will appreciate the fun and anguish in setting up and the relief at the smoothness of the numerous shows we all support.

I realise how lucky I am to be recognised for my effort. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone involved in this enormously pleasant surprise.

I’m still trying to conjure the words to describe my Joy!!

Which is funny really, as I’m normally at the front of the queue, when it comes to speaking my mind.................

Rita

Now all entries are in we need to split both C dog and C bitch classes. We are looking for judges for part 2 of these classes. We can promise you a lovely day out in the Worcestershire countryside and our eternal thanks.
Please email me louise2arnie@yahoo.com, Facebook message or text 07766 636711.

Keeping everything crossed for offers
Louise (Secretary)

NWKent Camping info

A late change to the amount of space available for camping means that its going to be a bit of a squeeze so please expect to be parked as directed. Please keep gardens to the absolute minimum. If everyone complies we will get you all in.
The option of staying an extra night is still available – please book at the club house.

NWKent – desperately seeking a steward for Novice Dog on Saturday – Val Dickeson has kindly stepped in to cover but needs help so that she can actually judge the class. Can someone help please?

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Ramsden Bellhouse. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

OPEN SHOW (Saturday) Pre-Beginner will now also be judged by Jean Payne.
KCGC Special Pre Beginner Stakes will now start at 1pm. Please book in by 12pm.
'A' Bitch Pt 1 will now be judged by Ian Appleton.

CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW (Sunday) Pre-Beginner will now also be judged by Rob Summerfield, followed by Beginner D/B starting after 11am.
'B' Dog will be judged by Annette Dowd.

Our show dates for 2019 are 20/21st July as we have had to swap with Redcar

NWKent – Change of judge, Champ Day – Alison Lui has had to withdraw from judging Nov Dog Pt 1. Val Dickeson has kindly agreed judge this class. Many thanks to Val.

Just a quick reminder, Wakefield Dog Show entries close today. You can enter on line WYD until midnight tonight.
Any problems please contact us.
Thanks

Change of show dates for 2019 As you have seen unfortunately Cheshire have had to change their dates for their show and have been given our dates after a lot of phone calls we have come this arrangement they will be having our weekend in june and will be staying on that date next year will be 22nd and 23rd of june Preston and Fylde will be on 29th and 30 of june and Newton heath will be on the 6th and 7th at our venue at littlebrough I will be in touch with judges who signed to see if they can still judge on our new dates thanks peter.

Unfortunately, the venue for our Show in 2019 is now unavailable to us. In consultation with Peter (Height) of Preston & Fylde GSD Club, and with his kind permission, we are now holding our 2019 Shows on the following dates:
Saturday 22nd June - Championship Show
Sunday 23rd June - Open Show
The Committee of Cheshire Dog Training Association would like to thank Peter for his kind gesture.
The venue will still be the same at Lever Sports Fields, Bromborough.
Lisa Stock
Show Secretary - C.D.T.A.

I've just uploaded Richard Nicholls pictures from Spalding to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Lin Bagley's pictures from Andover & District Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Another Show over and it can be described in many words but the one that springs to mind is - HOT. Luckily our venue is lined with big, aged trees so there was plenty of room to park in the shade.

Thanks must go to Val and our very small committee for rallying around and doing the catering for Judges & Helpers; another success and the sausage pie went down a storm! We had a slight hitch with the competitor catering when we found out (at 9.30) that they couldn't supply any drinks..... In true 'Spalding style' and thanks to a mercy dash to the co-op for emergency supplies of tea, coffee, water etc I think everyone kept hydrated.

Thanks to the Judges, Stewards and score-boarders for gently roasting in the rings - much appreciated by all :)

Vince did a sterling job as Chief Stay Steward, thanks to all that volunteered for a class, especially his two full time helpers of Alison and Beath (a remarkable lady who we could all learn from).

Thanks to the ring erectors on Sunday Morning, done in record time with just 5 of us.

One small gripe, it is not nice to let your dogs pee up the poo bags or posts; ring posts included (!?!) someone has to pick them up and put them away.

Congratulations to two members of Dot's pet class, Karen and Kayleigh for getting placed in Prebeginners; to Ted for his place in B and to Dot herself for winning her last A with Keepa.

Lastly, many thanks to the competitors for all the lovely comments both on the day and through social media. They are much appreciated.

Left at the show, 1 pair of sunglasses and 1 dumbbell

Next year's date is Sunday 21st July. If you feel like offering to Judge for us, please let me know.

Debbie Back
S&DDTC

Show Secretary Report added

As many of you are aware, our Treasurer has stolen monies in excess of £18,000 from our club. We are therefore asking if anyone would kindly sponsor rosettes for a ring at our show. We would be extremely grateful to anyone or club who wishes to do so. Please e mail me appleton.julie@btinternet.com

Many thanks

Julie Appleton

If you missed the closing date for Worcester show don't panic!
I'm still accepting entries as long as I receive them by Thursday (19th July).

Thanks
Louise (secretary)

NWKent 21 & 22 July
Stays – this year we will have the stay book in the tent at the stay ring, we hope that plenty of you will pop along and put your name down to steward a set or two. The reward is that Rod White has agreed that 2 training sets can be carried out at the end of the class stays – about 3.30 pm on Saturday – Intro to Novice and then A to C – no charge.

Training Ring – this will be on the club side of the venue. So far 2 offers to man this, thank you Kathy Woodgreaves and Kirsty Stuart anyone else that would like to lend a hand will be welcome. £2 a go which will go to the Fun Class charity.

Fun Class – on Sunday – pay on the day at the ring, £4 per entry, £2 for 16 and under, dogs must be entered at the show. £25 to the overall winner and rosettes for Intro – Novice and A – C with the winners of each group running off for the main prize. Goody bag for the best YKC member. Full details at the ring on Sunday. Charity is The David Shepherd Wildlife Fund, specifically for the Painted Dogs campaign, Judge, Jenny Harknett’s choice. 30 places available up to Novice and 20 A – C.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Coventry to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

PRESTON and FYLDE C PT.1 REPORT JUST ADDED

I've just uploaded the running orders for Newton Heath. Thanks to Annette Benoist.

I ALONG WITH 19 OTHERS HAVE HAD A FANTASTIC WEEK TRAINING WITH SYLVIA AT THE HORSHAM RUGBY CLUB ALONG WITH CAMPING.

WHAT A WEEK !!!!!! THIS WAS SYLVIA AT HER VERY BEST, HER ENERGY AND DRIVE WAS THAT OF A 24 YEAR OLD.

MOST IMPORTANTLY SHE SPENT HER TIME WITH EACH AND EVERY ONE OF US, AND ATTENDED TO AND SORTED OUT WHAT WAS IMPORTANT TO US AND OUR DOG’S IN GETTING IT RIGHT. WHAT WAS EQUALLY ADMIRABLE IS THAT SYLVIA NEVER RESTRICTED HER TIME WHILST SHE WAS TRAINING US INDIVIDUALLY (NO CLOCK SETTING WITH SYLVIA).

A BIG THANK YOU TO THERESA PATTERSON FOR YOUR KINDNESS AND ORGAINISATION SKILLS, AND ALSO TO VANDA FITTER FOR HER SUPPORT AND BEING THEIR FOR US ALL.

THURSDAY NIGHT WAS A SUPERB EVENING HOSTED BY SYLVIA AND I CAN ONLY COMPLIMENT HER ON THE WONDERFUL SELECTION OF FOOD AND ESPECIALLY AN OPEN BAR.

I KNOW ALL OF US HAVE RE-BOOKED FOR NEXT YEAR WHICH SAYS IT ALL AND IF YOU HAVE NOT BOY YOU HAVE MISSED THE MAGIC MRS BISHOP WHO IS LIKE A FINE WINE ONLY
GETTING BETTER WITH AGE!

MY DEAREST THANKS FROM US ALL AND JIMMEE!

JANET OLIVER
CORIECOLLIES

as above

Just a quick reminder that entries for Worcester show close this Saturday, 14th (postmarked).
I will be at Coventry show and am happy to accept entries there.

Thanks
Louise (secretary)

Some of you may be aware that Gerard Paisley is retiring from his post as commentator in Hall 5 at Crufts, and 2019 will be his final year.
Jane Prince has worked with Gerard for a couple of years, at Crufts 2018 she joined him both on Rally day and the Inter-Regional Obedience on Friday. I am very pleased to announce that Jane has agreed to continue with both competitions and will again be supporting Gerard in 2019 and taking over from 2020 onwards.
I am also delighted to announce that Sue Slater has agreed to take over the role for Championship Days. Sue will work alongside Gerard next year and will be going solo in 2020.
I am sure that everyone will join me in thanking Gerard for all he has done since taking over the commentary all those years ago, and also in wishing Jane and Sue the very best for their new roles.

Thank you to Richard Nicholls who is taking photos and donating proceeds to Elm Park. Please keep him busy.

Thanks

Julie Appleton

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Hatchford Brook. Thanks to Stephanie Evans.

I would just like to say on behalf of the Elm Park Dog Training Club a huge thank you for all the donations for our show. The response has been absolutely amazing from both clubs and individuals. This has made a big difference to running our show.

Again many thanks to everybody who has donated.

Julie Appleton

North West Kent DTC
Champ & Open shows
Car Parking arrangements for 21 & 22 July
Please note that the main entrance to the rugby club is for judging teams & known helpers on the day. Disabled parking is for Blue Badge holders only – please note that bitch classes will be in Ferryfield, see below, disabled spaces will be near to those rings, dog classes will be on the rugby club side as will Intro – Beginner classes, KC Special and YKC. Also pre booked campers.
Competitors may enter via the main entrance if they are prepared to park on the rugby club car park – there are plenty of spaces and there is CCTV for security.
Competitor parking – do not turn in to the venue entrance, continue to the end of the road and turn right in to Station Road, car parking is 30 yards on to the right – Ferryfield Recreation Ground. The gates will be open at 7.30. Please follow the steward’s instructions, any car that is moved to the shade of the trees (sorry but this area is out of bounds by the Parish Council) will be directed back to the original place, if this is challenged you will be asked to leave the show and further entries will be refused. Please note that there is a height barrier to Ferryfield, any over height vans are to go the entrance in Hall Road and park in the camping area where direceted or on the hard standing. No towed caravans in the park.
It is not advisable to leave tents up overnight and there is no camping in Ferryfields.
The park gates will be locked at 7.30 – there will be a security guard on duty from 8.00 to 5.30 after which time the inner gate will be locked and the key obtained from the Show Secretary’s tent.

North West Kent DTC Champ and Open Shows 21 & 22 July 18
Use POST CODE ME20 7QZ (post code on schedule is for Junction 5 of M20) Or Hall Road, Aylesford

Camping arrangements from Friday 20th July; Please do not turn up if you have not booked a camping space as we have a huge camping list to accommodate, do not take a chance and arrive with your caravan as you will be turned away – all campers will be checked against our list on entry. Not on the list – no entry.

Do not arrive at the venue before 3:00 PM on Friday unless you are part of the set up party and we are expecting you.

Please expect to be directed to a parking place by the caravan parking stewards. If you wish to park with a friend please arrange to arrive together – there is a parking area in front of the club house but please do not hinder other businesses that are on the same site. There must be a clear access for emergency vehicles between rows of parked caravans/tents.

All caravans must have a fire extinguisher and fire blanket
If you plan to have a BBQ it must be clear of the ground, i.e., no hot trays in direct contact with the gound.
Showers are available in the club house.

There will be a waste receptor unit for caravan toilet waste in the car park to the front of the venue near the containers and skip. Anyone attempting to empty caravan waste in the toilets or Portaloos will have future entries refused.

Please do not put dog waste in bags destined for the skip, use the black bin bags for dog waste, yellow for general waste.

Please consider fellow campers with regard to noise levels, be it generators or barking dogs.

The rugby club bar will be open each evening from 6 pm. A fish & chip supper will be available on Friday. The rugby club will have a barbeque on Saturday night – these are famous in the area! Please pre pay at the bar as availability may be limited.
In addition to the clubhouse catering there is a new seafood bar, Chummies, on site which also sells drinks.
Competitor breakfast & lunch catering will be from the BBQ Hut – open from 8.00 am until 10 am – then 11 – 3.00 pm. There will also be lunchtime food, such as a cone of chips & ice creams, from the bar.
Only alcohol purchased at the bar may be consumed whilst at the venue – this is due to the club’s licencing arrangement – so put your wine in water bottles 😊

Carmarthen Champ Show NoviceD/B & Liskeard Novice Dog

I've just uploaded the schedule for Southern GSD DC, Open, 30th September 2018. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Report added for Novice Bitch.
Liskeard show.

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

I've just uploaded Lin Bagley's pictures from Winchester City Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Lin Bagley's pictures from St Edward's Open Capped Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders for Witham. Thanks to Sean Taylor.

The schedule and ticket latest info isnt the same as to who is judging which champ class ?

I've just uploaded Marie Patchell's pictures from South Eastern to Out & About. Enjoy!

PP weekend show report for 'A' Dog / Bitch Part 2 posted to OBUK

Kit Clow

Thank you
Well it was certainly hot! We must say a huge thank you to all judges, stewards, club members and helpers who worked to make the show run so smoothly. A number of competitors elected not to attend but those who did hopefully had an enjoyable day. We did our best to ensure the dogs were kept as comfortable as possible, making as much use of the shade as we could. Especially for stays.
We must make a special mention to all those club members who are there at 6am to set up rings etc, all by 7.30! How would we manage without you.
Judges were sensible and set a test to cope with the heat and stay times were adjusted accordingly.
Congratulations to all class winners, and good luck at Crufts to ticket Winners Mary Ray and Bronwen Bartley.
Hopefully everyone had an uneventful journey home and we look forward to see you next year on Sunday 14 July.
WCDTC Committee

Bron Bartley and Tallis won dog ticket.
Mary Ray & Lyric won bitch ticket

NWKent DTC Champ & Open shows change of judges:

Pre Beginner D&B on Saturday will now be judged by Julie Daly a replacement for Kim Ford who has a broken wrist so a little difficult to hold clipboard and pen!
B Dog Part 2 – Melinda Partner is replaced by Juliette Bloomfield as Min is now judging YKC on Sunday
Beginner D&B on Sunday – Allison Barrell has kindly agreed to judge in place of Donna Bastin – we really hope that Donna is back on both feet soon, she has suffered enough!
YKC classes – Jane Wood has broken bones in her foot ☹ but Min Partner kindly offered to swap from judging on Saturday to this class – much appreciated Min.
We hope that our walking wounded are all on the road to recovery and thank those that have stepped to cover, including stewards, and have saved us a great deal of stress.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for North West Kent. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Thank you for the lovely show write up for Mazz .. Whyso Amazzin. Your round was fabulous to work and thanks to you and your team.

Shirley

I have just been informed that some of my post may have been intercepted at the end of June. If you have sent postal entries at that time and your name is not listed below please contact me on 07714159712. Kathy Hood
Entries received as of 7/7/2018
Beale, J. Berry, Crowe, Carter, A.Davis, Earp, K. Green, Grindley, Hewitson, Loughrey,T. Morris, Ridgers, Y. Roberts, M. Scott, Shepherd, Turner, Walker, D.Williams, B. Young

C DOG AND BITCH REPORT POSTED.
JANET OLIVER

I've just uploaded the schedule for Norfolk Broads, Open, 16th September 2018. Thanks to Pat Jordan.

Is anyone else finding the lack of a catalogue means you are losing track of who is who and has which dog. My interest is waning in obedience due to lack of information. A possible solution would be if the full running orders could be published in the format of Winchester and Andover. These give you the classes the dog is drawn in, but also the name of the owner and the breed of the dog. I can then print and take to the show where if I see a nice dog or super round I can look up who it is! It also helps the judge, anything to assist them must be good. What do you think?
Angela

Hi everyone Michelle Newman has very kindly agreed to judge 'C' for us at Witham dog show 2018 due to Barry fitter unable to judge but now we are looking for a Novice judge can any one help please !!!! Thank you in advance

I've just uploaded the running orders for Govan. Thanks to Andrew Kousourou.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Derby & District DTC. Thanks to Bryan Luckock.

NWKent 22 & 23 July if you would like an extra nights camping on Sunday, departing Monday please pm me or email troykai1@msn.com. £5 payable directly to the rugby club but must be pre arranged.

WCDTC Sunday 8thJuly – We look forward to welcoming judges, officials, and competitors this Sunday to our usual venue at Botley. Please may I remind you there is strictly no overnight camping on the venue. Also, on the day, no caravans please or other towed vehicles. We unfortunately cannot allow these on the venue. Camper vans are welcome but parking will not allow for gardens. If you wish to be parked next to friends, please try to arrive with them before entering the venue. Usual signposting will ask you to put your hazard lights on if you have a tent for the rear of your car. Our parking team do an excellent job, and this enables us to get the most out of our venue, including a good exercise area for all dogs. The weather is forecast to be sunny so please help us, so that everyone will have an enjoyable day.
Thanks.

David Moxon
Chairman and Show Manager
Winchester City Dog Training Club

I've just uploaded the running order for the South West Competitive Obedience Group. Thanks to Kay Allen.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Spalding. Thanks to Debbie Back.

as above

I've just uploaded the running orders for the Somerset Obedience Society. Thanks to Bryan Luckock.

I've just uploaded Stephen Shepherd's pictures from Preston & Fylde GSD to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lisburn & District DTC, 18th (Open) & 19th (Championship) August 2018. Thanks to Anne Hamill.

Show Secretary's Report added to Reports

CHANGE OF JUDGE TEST A JIM WATSON NOT S.ROSS
Helen Rajska.
Show Sec.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Okehampton. Thanks to Caz Turner.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Aberdeen. Thanks to Alison Robertson.

Class 8 Special Training Round. Thank you to all that have entered this class. This is a capped class & is now full - no more entries will be accepted. Thank you.

Congratulations Mary Ray and Lyric