Obedience Members Forum

Newbury Open Show 12 June   (puppies) 14/5/2022 12:55:43

To All our entrants at Newbury's Open Show on 12th June 2022

Please note the following changes of judge and all the following information

Unfortunately Carol Bath has had to withdraw from C Dog due to ill health, so Steve Wiltshire has kindly agreed to move from Novice Dog 1 to C Dog. Thank you Steve. Bill Pykett will now be judging Novice Dog 1 from A Bitch 1. Thank you Bill And Jane Martin will now be judging A Bitch 1. Thank you Jane. Indeed Thank all of you very much. We send Best Wishes to Carol for a speedy recovery and Get Well soon.

And here endeth the changes – I hope.

So now onto the Information part of this email.

This is to be our last show at Chieveley Recreational Ground!! Yes, I know. It is a beautiful venue where we have been since 1962 started by the Haydocks. But the new hall committee have placed some devastating restrictions on us this year and cancelled our booking for next year!!! So we are continuing with this year's show hoping it will a be as huge a success as it has been over these last 60 years. We want to finish as we always have with our with our heads held high and knowing ours has been one of the best shows on the Obedience calender – ever.

Thank you so much to all those judges, stewards, scoreboards, club members and also to everyone who has helped or contributed in any way to make all 60 years of Newbury DDTS presence at Chieveley Village Hall such a hugely successful and well known club - especially for the banquet that was always provided there for lunch.

Then last, but not in any way least, Special and deeper Thanks must go to the heart and soul of Newbury Club the phenomenal couple known as Roy and Joan Hammersley. They kept it a happy healthy and prosperous dog club specializing in holding a superb Open Obedience Show.

Roy has always insisted on a 3 course supreme lunch served on a flower covered table with wine at the which was the envy of all and which has been talked about 'world wide'. This has always meant that obtaining judges was never a difficult task. The flower covered tables with wine at the ready.

So please everyone, have a brilliant day, do well, and go home happy.

Doreen Davies

Introductory, Pre-Beginner & Beginner competitors  (shydedogs@aol.com) 28/1/2022 4:36:33

Do you compete in either the Introductory, Pre-Beginner or Beginner Classes? We need to hear from you – some of the areas of the Obedience Liaison Council have set up separate Facebook Group for competitors in those classes only so that you can air your views/ask questions. Details are below, please request to join the relevant group for the county you live in (if you are unsure, please shout out) –

Midlands
Counties –
Buckinghamshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Rutland, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands, Worcestershire

Area Reps –
Dawn Cox
Sheilagh Hyde
Nigel Slater

Group link –
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1072819853559213

North West
Counties –
Cheshire, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Greater Manchester, Isle of Man, Lancashire, Merseyside

Area Reps –
Kathy Russell
Ray Wakelin

Group link –
https://www.facebook.com/groups/236546575201964

South East/East Anglia
Counties –
Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Greater London, Hertfordshire, Kent, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex

Area Reps –
Fran Godfrey
June le Fevre
Alison Shaw

Group link –
https://www.facebook.com/groups/3064777213767021

South /South West
Counties-
Bristol, Berkshire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Somerset, Wiltshire

Area Reps –
David Moxon
Lilian Turner

Group link –
https://www.facebook.com/groups/521960072356536

Wales

Area Reps –
Jon Farr
Nerys Thomas

Group Link –
https://www.facebook.com/groups/941007899869003

We need an A judge for South Cotswold this Saturday, due to injury. Any offers?

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Petersfield & District DTS. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for West Suffolk DTS. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

We are in need of a steward for our PreBeginner class please - 27 in the class


Also, is anyone attending the show that could act as our official First Aider, please? Happy to provide catering for you for the day as a thank you!

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Plymouth to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Hi,hubby is hoping to pick up his 1st motorhome tomorrow but is having trouble insuring it.We are keeping our car but apparently his 9 years no claims doesn't count with this new insurance.Do we have to use a special insurance company? If so can I have suggestions please ? Thanks

Cheshire 2-Day Championship Show

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to change our two CC Judges (Tony Lewis CC Dog Saturday) and Jess Lewis (CC Dog Sunday) and subject to K.C. approval have appointed:

Pandy Hannah (CC Dog Saturday)
Carole Patrick (CC Dog Sunday)

Cheshire Dog Training Association would like to wish Tony and Jess a speedy recovery.

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

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Warlingham DTC. Thanks to Vanessa Sultana.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Wakefield DTC, 2 x Championship, 27th & 28th August 2022. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Wessex Border Collie Club. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

Looking for a C steward for Jane Sutherland Sunday 21st May at Loughborough. Free camping Friday, Saturday and Sunday if required and will be looked after all day. Can’t promise brilliant weather but doing my very best!! Ruth

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

Jenny Harknett is kindly replacing our pre-beginner judge and Mo Shamsolmaali is judging part 2 A bitch.
Mo needs a steward so if anyone can volunteer that would be great.
My phone number is 01304 361700 email: carol.curtis1@btinternet.com

Thanks

Hi, can anyone steward an 'A' class for me at any of the following shows please?

Billingshurst 25/6
Witham 30/7
Ditton 20/8

Would really appreciate it.

Many thanks

Wendy

Just a quick thank you to everyone at the show yesterday. Will be doing a proper thank you & report later.
Ground was left spotless unlike so many events held here & I know the ground staff will be happy as they have racing tomorrow.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Micheldever Obedience Training Club, 2 x Open, 10th & 11th September 2022. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Louth and District DTC. Thanks to Carol Mortimer.

I've just uploaded Charlotte Mullen's pictures from Burnbank Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Well after nearly 2 years we are back and it was hard work but it was so nice to see you all and the weather made it a pleasant day.
Can I thank all the people who have given up the time to judge and steward at the show as with out you doing that the show would not go ahead.
Thank you to my friends and some committee who are in their 80's for the help in setting up and taking down on Monday.
Bryan for doing chief stewarding and to anyone I have forgotten thank you.
Finally the competitors I hope you all had a good day , thank you for entering and congratulations to the winners.
I went back to the venue on Tuesday to check the site and I would like to say a big thank you as everyone had cleaned up after themselves and I had no litter or poo bags to collect .

thank you again ,hope you all enjoyed and see you again next year

Jacki

Congratulations to Kathy Russell and Kafna

Congratulations to Moe Edser on winning the dog cc today

Who do I contact re Petersfield show as I have qualified out of a class. There is no name on the schedule.

Is there anyone willing to Steward a C for me at Sherborne on 19th June please.
My Steward is unwell and waiting for an operation so will be out of action during this time.
I don`t mind giving up my day to Judge, its something i have done for over 35 years but its now coming to the point when i shall stop Judging.
Come on people, this Sport is slowly sinking.
Thank You
Brian Reed

Sadly the Scout Group who were taking over competitor catering don't have enough helpers to do so. The pandemic has drastically reduced member and leader numbers.
Instead we will have L&B Catering on site.

Saturday 28th May - Novice Dog part 1 will now be judged by Gail Foreman
Sunday 29th May - B Dog & Bitch part 2 will now be judged by Sue Aldridge

Paul Cousins

I've just uploaded the running orders(and full class lists) for South Cotswold DTC. Thanks to Mary Siddall.

How do I find the class running orders please, can only find Pre Beginner

The judge for Class C Bitch will now be Hilary Holley
Carol Bath is undergoing treatment for a back problem and we wish her well.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for The Scottish Kennel Club. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

Can’t find on KC site. Is a full circle allowed in novice or half circle ?

CHESVALE DOG TRAINING CLUB
OPEN SHOW SUNDAY 1st MAY 2022


After having missed two May shows due to covid it was a surprise we could remember all we had to do! However, the Chesvale Team worked like a well-oiled, if not slightly creakier, machine.

We were extremely lucky to have YuMove sponsor our show again this year. They were extremely generous in not only sponsoring the rosettes, prize cards and trophies for this show but also for our August show. They also provided the most fantastic gifts of their products for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd placings in every class. Everyone arriving at the show was also given a ‘Chesvale 30’ discount voucher code to get 30% off their orders. This discount is ongoing to use whenever required. We cannot thank them enough for their support and I am sure the recipients were impressed with their generosity.

From arriving on Saturday afternoon, armed with grass blowers and mowers to ensure all the rings were clear of any lose grass clippings, setting up the rings and turning up early on Sunday morning to assist with ‘tent erection’ and generally working like little beavers all day to make such a wonderful day for everyone. Not only our members but also husbands mucked in with whatever needed doing. The ladies in the kitchen, Gail, Pauline, Lynne and Stephanie, yet again supplied a fantastic spread for the judges and helpers at lunchtime and the second team, Jo and Sally, came in to serve the afternoon teas and lovely homemade cakes.

The judges were again brilliant this year with all but one of them suppling their own ring steward so only had to find a couple of people who could do sums and colouring in for the scoreboards. I can’t tell you how much help it is not to have to find loads of ring stewards!

With no stay ring to accommodate we altered our layout this year which allowed for a much larger car parking area and leaving plenty of room for the dogs to have a run around.

The two training rings were manned by Donna Bastin and Sue Monk with Chrissie Skelly and Hazell Williamson running the list of people waiting to have a go. They worked so hard all-day helping people practice and raised £140.00 which will be donated to The Red Cross Ukraine Appeal. I know everyone appreciates the opportunity to train in a show environment under two experienced handlers, so many thanks go to the team for their time and support.

The tombola as run by the Mc Shane family! The tombola made a fantastic £110.00 and this will also go to the Red Cross Ukraine Appeal

I can’t thank all our members individually in this post as there were over 30 of them! However, I must mention Clare Williams, our Show Secretary, without whom the show could not operate. The rest of our members know how grateful I am for their help and support.

Finally, to all the competitors who attended - we hope you had an enjoyable day and thank you for all the lovely comments and expressions of thanks for putting on a show. A little thanks goes a long way.

Our next show is on Sunday 28th August, pre-beginner, beginner and novice only, so look out for the schedule which will be available shortly. Also put next year’s May show date in your diary, Sunday 7th May 2023.

CAROL SPENCER
Show Manager

Just to let you know I have contacted Kennel Club regarding starting C and ticket classes at 8.30am and they have agreed these can be put back to a nine O clock start along with all the other classes so hopefully everyone will be happy now. If you know anyone who isn't on the forum or facebook can you let them know please.
Ruth

I've just uploaded the schedule for Halstead D.O.C, Championship, 31st July 2022. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Report added to OB UK reports page.

Hi. Just a few days until Burnbank Dog Training Club holds it`s
50th Obedience Championship Show on Saturday 7th May 2022.
Remember to bring your own Ring Number Card.
See you on Saturday.
Burnbank Dog Training Club

Congratulations to Mary Ray and Frankie

Congratulations  to Kathy Russell and Kervi on winning the ticket

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Rugby Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Middlesbrough & District DTA, Open, 23rd July 2022. Thanks to Nicky Walker.

Congratulations to Phil Barnes

Congratulations to Jenny Gould and Tao on their dog ticket win

I've just uploaded the schedule for BCOS Emneth, 2nd June 2022. Thanks to Victoria Main.

Hi all,
As part of the Kennel Club Activities Health & Welfare Group I have offered to put out a simple survey to assess the prevalence of canine obesity in dogs competing, retired from or training for Competitive Obedience.

To start this process you will need to view this link https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Body-Condition-Score-Dog.pdf, then feel/palpate your dogs ribs, plus look at them to see how they compare to the examples given in the above link.

Then simply click the link below and complete one form for each dog that you own. The survey is completely anonymous so please be as honest and realistic as possible - yes we all love our dogs, but have a good feel of the coverage of the ribs and score your dog accordingly - https://forms.gle/D8xKq95ievAhWgr77

Thank you for your time :-)

Dear Oxhey ‘22 Competitors,
Due to latest advice, we are requesting everyone who entered with a cheque payment, please write a new cheque for the same amount. We will then return or destroy the old cheque.

Judy Swan, (assisted by Bernadette Thornton and Viv Brotherson) will be collecting the new cheques at Chesvale show on Sunday 1st May.

I will be at both Rugby and Leicester shows on Sunday and Monday.
Sandra Cobbold will be at St Edwards show on Sunday 8th of May.

New cheques need to be made out to “BAGSD Oxhey” please. We are also happy to accept cash if it is for the correct amount.

Anyone who isn’t at any of these shows, please can you post a cheque to me - same address as on Oxhey Schedule - 2, Merrow Drive, Warners End, Hemel Hempstead, Herts. HP1 2LZ.

We’ll be contacting anyone else who needs to reissue a new cheque to Oxhey once these shows are over. Hopefully most of the people involved will now be aware of our plight.

Once again, I’d like to apologise for all this and for the inconvenience caused.
It’s just been beyond our control.
Thanks to everyone for their help and understanding in this matter.
Wendy Birch
BAGSD Oxhey Show Secretary x

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

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

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Isle of Man Dog Club, 2 x Open, 18th & 19th June 2022. Thanks to Mrs S Raine.

Report posted..

I've just uploaded the running orders (and show information) for BCOS Bitesize. Thanks to Zoe Gilbert.

Class A part 2 report added

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

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Northern Branches BAGSD. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Sherborne Vale to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded my pictures from BAGSD Birmingham South (at Coseley) to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from BAGSD Oxhey to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Congratulations to Jenny Gould - dog cc - and Mary Ray - bitch cc

On reading my report, I noticed that I had, embarrassingly, omitted the paragraph where I thanked my team.
"Many thanks to Clive King for his excellent stewarding (I wouldn't be surprised if you got more requests to steward), Sue King for scribing which certainly made my job much easier, June Slade on the scoreboard, and Carol Wiltshire for scoreboarding and acting as decoy scent (glad that not one dog selected the decoy). Thanks guys, you made the day so enjoyable with your company"

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

Cheshire Dog Training Association 2-day Championship Show 25 & 26th June.

It has come to my attention that some people have been trying to book camping at our show through WYD but it has been showing as full - I have sorted this with Simon and would now advise there are still some camping spaces available .

Lisa
Secretary- CDTA

I've just uploaded the schedule for St Mary's DTS, 11th (Open) & 12th (Championship) June 2022. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for South Eastern Dog Training Society, Open, 26th June 2022. Thanks Teresa Paterson.

Jacky Harvey is now unable to judge Novice Pt.2, which will now be judged by Rita Goodfellow.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the Carmarthen Championship Shows to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

We have very low numbers, especially in Novice classes and above. If you haven’t already, enter before close on Wednesday!

Leicestershire GSD Camping Information

We have enquired with the show venue and they are happy for people to come up and camp on Saturday 30th April, However, you will need to park in the bottom field as there are rugby matches on the Sunday. They have also advised they will not be liable or responsible for any issues.

If you wish to do this could you please let me know.

PLEASE

Congratulations to Moe Edser

Congratulations again to Kathy & Kafna

Many congratulations  to Herbie Watson and Ziggy on winning the dog ticket

Many congratulations  to Herbie Watson and Ziggy on winning the dog ticket

I have just heard that my steward has been taken ill and may not therefore be able to steward C Dog for me at the Rugby show on 1st May 2022 or to steward Novice for me at Leics. GSD show on the following day, 2nd May 2022.
In case she is not able to steward for me on either of these days, is there some kind soul(s) out there who will help out an old man in his hour of need.
Roger Gunby

Congratulations to Kathy Russell and Kervi on winning the bitch ticket

The judge for Novice bitch part 1 will now be Pat Thompson

I've just uploaded the schedule for Prestwick & District DTC, 18th (Championship) & 19th (Open) June 2022. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Billingshurst DTC, Open, 25th June 2022. Thanks Eunice Pearson.

Many congratulations Kathy Russell and Kafna on winning the bitch ticket

Congratulations to Carolyn Heath

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Lanarkshire Canine Training Association. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

The online booking dit not work.
(With your dog book online)

Closing date is 21 April - don’t miss it!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Burnbank. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

Burnbank Dog Training Club would like to say Thank You to Derek Orr and Helen Rajska who very kindly said YES to be our Judges at the last moment. Derek for our Class B Judge and Helen for our Pre-Beginners and Beginners Judge Our Thanks to you and to all the Judges, Stewards and Helpers who assisted in making our 50th Obedience Championship Show something to look forward to on Saturday 7th May 2022.
Thank You Again.

Knightswood Championship show 17th April

We have managed to get the golf club cafe to do the catering . It is right on the venue, next to the hard base car park. They have seating for about 40 people

They will open 8.30 till 4pm

They are selling a reduced menu due to the numbers at the show . So they will have

Hot Rolls :- Sausage Bacon ect and scrambled egg ( no fried eggs) from 8.30

After 12 they will also have

Soup and crusty roll
Soup and sandwich combo
Sandwiches / Rolls
Toasties

They will also have the usual tea coffee , cans of juice , cakes and biscuits ect . They have a bar 🤣😂 but not sure when it opens

I've just uploaded further schedule for the Downlands Obedience Group, Capped Open, 11th December 2022. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Downlands Obedience Group, Capped Open, 30th October 2022. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lisburn & District DTC, 4th (Championship) & 5th (Open) June 2022. Thanks to Kate McCartney.

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

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