32 OUR June 20 2008 www.ourdogs.co.uk Welcome to World Show 2008! The largest dog event ever in the world , Sweden, 3rd–6th of July A MESSAGE FROM THE SKC e have the great pleasure to announce that there will be over 23,000 dogs in total, including the dogs in the dog shows, obedience, junior handling and freestyle competitions. With a total entry of 20 661 for the World and 14 802 dogs for the Breed Club Circuit WShows, it will be “The largest dog event ever in the world” with more than 35,000 entries in the same week. 342 breeds or breed-varieties, from 56 countries, will come from all continents in the world, Africa and Antarctica excluded. 140 judges from 27 countries are invited. We are also happy to announce that we have 130 trade stands from 19 countries. Breed-judging starts all 4 days at 8.30 am. TIMETABLE Junior Handling, International Sunday Wednesday first heat Obedience, competition 6th July 2nd of July International Freestyle Group 5, 6, 8 16.00 Press conference competition Saturday Junior Handling 16.30 Official opening 5th July International Finals of world dog show Friday Group 3, 7, 10 International Obedience venue at Stockholm 4th July Junior Handling, International Finals International Fair. Group 1, 9 third heat International Freestyle Junior Handling, International Obedience, Finals

G Swedish Judge Ms Ingela Nilsson pictured with Vince Hogan of OUR Thursday second heat competitions Best in Show Judging. DOGS and Mr Kenneth Edh (right) who has the final choice in the big See also ring at the WDS…he is the BIS Judge. We can’t wait Kenneth! OUR 3rd July International Freestyle, International Freestyle, DOGS played its part in promoting the Swedish World Show around Group 2, 4 competition competitions www.worlddogshow2008.se the world of dogs…this photo was taken in Dublin in 2007. INT/SVK/CZ/POL CH KING OF HELLULAND THE DEEP BLUE AT CHATEAUNEWF (imp) STOP PRESS!!! CC & BOB AT THREE COUNTIES "NEO" has returned home to the UK after winning 4 titles and the following awards: BIS TRENCIN, BIS OSTRAVA, BIS TULLN, RBIS ZAGREB, BIS FED CUP, 17 CACIBS, 31 CACS 8 GROUPS

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Short facts about World Dog Show 2008 G World Dog Show 2008 is Handling is also arranged during the World Canine Organisation. It arranged by Svenska World Dog Show. Competitors, includes 84 members and contract Kennelklubben (The Swedish aged 10–17 years, from about 20 partners (one member per country). ). It is the first time the countries will compete. show has taken place in Sweden. G Competitions in freestyle (HTM) G World Dog Show has been Svenska Kennelkubben could not will take place daily in the final ring. arranged every year since the apply for the show until recently due Freestyle means that the handler 1970’s. to the strict rules for quarantine together with the dog performs a previously enforced in Sweden. choreographed obedience program G When taking place in Europe, to music. World Dog Show is normally G World Dog Show 2008 will be attended by about 15,000 – 20,000 held at the Stockholm International G 118 judges from all around the dogs from about 50 countries Fairs in Älvsjö the 3rd–6th of July. world will judge at World Dog Show worldwide at a single show. in Stockholm. Counting also the G 82 breed clubs will arrange their judges at the breed clubs shows own international shows in a so there will be 276 judges in called circuit in the vicinity of Stockholm that week. Stockholm during the week. Most shows will be at Almare-Stäket G Main sponsors are Agria Pet north of Stockholm. Insurance and Purina Proplan.

G The World in G World Dog Show 2008 has a Obedience will be held the 4th–6th budget of around 20 million SEK (2 of July At Stockholm International million euro). Fairs. The 75 best obedience dogs and their handlers will compete for G World Dog Show is an annual the World Winner Obedience. dog show arranged under the aegis of Federation Cynologique G World Championships in Junior Internationale (FCI), which is the

TICKET: Circuit-Show venues 12 locations: Adult, single day – 140 SEK (€15) ALMARE-STÄKET/KUNGSÄNGEN (60 breed Clubs), FLOTTSBRO 4 days-ticket – 450 SEK (€50) SweCamp (july 5 bergs o herdehundar), Hågelbyparken/TUMBA, Härjarö KENNEL CLUB IN SWEDEN Children 7-15 – 100 SEK (€10) (July 5, Shih-tzu Club, Tibetan breeds Club), is delighted to be attending the World Dog Show Children under 10 – FREE Herrgård/GRILLBY/HÄRJARÖ (July 1-2, Club), in Stockholm this July. Our team will have a stand at the show and Family, (=2 adults and children 7-15 yrs) 450 SEK (€50) KLACKBERGSGÅRDEN (July 4, Club), Lida will be promoting both the Kennel Club and show. We will Group, with 10 and more – 120 SEK/PERSON (€15) Friluftsgård/TULLINGE (July 5, Bearded Club and Icelandic also be on hand to answer any questions that visitors may have, from Entry-tickets can be pre ordered at www.worlddogshow2008.se/wds/ Sheepdog Club), TENSTA (July 5, Hollandsee Herdehunden Club), Sätra showing your dog, to registering your new , we will be there to keep you up to date with the latest information direct from the Brunn (Scenthounds), SÖDERTÄLJE (July 4, Club), Kennel Club. BREED CLUB CIRCUIT-SHOWS TULLGARN (July3-4, Clubs for dogs of Group 7), ULRIKSDAL (July 4, Club), VILSTA FRILUFTSOMRÅDE (July 3, 82 breed clubs have their show-venue at 12 different locations, not too far Cairnterrier Club, July 5 Club), ÅRSTA (July 4-5, off from Stockholm. The Swedish Kennel Club have arranged with one Club). shuttlebus, mornings and afternoons, a transport for dogs and exhibitors to / return one of the venues only. This will be between the World Dog Show Our Dogs venue at STOCKHOLMSMÄSSAN to the Circuit-venue at Information on what breed club are at what location can be ALMARESTÄKET / KUNGSÄNGEN. found on the web site www.worlddogshow2008.se/wds Hall A, Stand 07 www.ourdogs.co.uk OUR DOGS June 20 2008 35 36 OUR DOGS June 20 2008 www.ourdogs.co.uk

A magnificent event for theworld’s Top Dogs ukanuba, the global premium dog food company, has announced the launch of the Eukanuba World Challenge 2008. This follows the success of the hEighly acclaimed 2007 inaugural event, where one Top Dog from each of the 40 participating countries was invited to represent their country and compete for the title Eukanuba World Challenge Champion 2007. This year Eukanuba has invited 14th December 2008. “The an additional 12 countries to Eukanuba World Challenge shines participate by selecting their Top the spotlight on the world’s top dogs Dog to represent them at the in a very unique way, and perhaps Eukanuba World Challenge 2008. even brings the international dog This results in a total of 52 Top fancy closer together,” notes AKC Dogs competing, one from each of Chairman Ron Menaker. the participating countries. All those “The American Kennel Club is invited will compete for the proud to host this prestigious event prestigious Eukanuba World at the AKC/Eukanuba National Davis Merriam, Ron Menaker, Challenge 2008 Champion title, Championship. We can think of no AKC Vice Chairman Chairman of AKC which is awarded to the ultimate better podium from which to winner along with the prize money celebrate quality in dogs and and Dr Juan Louis Staufir. Laurent, Eukanuba will be hosting a panel of $10,000. The event will once recognise excellence without who has bred more than 250 discussion and a World Challenge again be hosted at the borders.” It should be noted that the Champions across three breeds in 2008 presentation at the World Dog AKC/Eukanuba National AKC/Eukanuba National over 30 years, speaks very fondly of Show in Sweden. All members of Championship in Long Beach, Championship is an entirely his time spent at the Eukanuba the press who are interested in California, USA on the 13th and separate competition from the World Challenge and was ecstatic attending should email Lorna Eukanuba World Challenge and when Vamos won. “I will go down Hastings on [email protected] different rules will apply. Eukanuba in the history books as being the or Zbyszek Kalenik at World Challenge representatives of the very first winner. [email protected]. may however, if they are an AKC What an honour to represent my recognised breed, compete in the regular breed class and the Bred- country, Switzerland, and to win the By-Exhibitor competition. very first Eukanuba World Eukanuba is working in co- Challenge. Hughes deserves credit operation with the FCI, the AKC too. He is a very talented handler and national Kennel Clubs from and groomer. We make a great team. around the world to create this The show was exceptionally well exciting opportunity for organised, a credit to the American breeders/owners/handlers and their Kennel Club and Eukanuba. We had Top Dogs. The national Kennel a fantastic time; all the Eukanuba Club from each participating people who looked after us were fun country will be responsible for the and very friendly.” selection process, or in a few cases The 2008 Eukanuba World according to clear rules allowing for Challenge event will be even more an independent selection of the Top impressive and spectacular this Dog. The eligibility criteria can be Hans Mueller, President of the FCI year. Fifty-two Top Dogs will be either a Best in Show win at a representing their country, courtesy designated show or based on a the World Dog Show in Sweden, breed judge, Mr Hans Muller. He of Eukanuba. They will all be ranking points system. The 52 adjudicated by the Hon David will then select the ultimate winner, escorted into the large, elegantly countries will be divided into four Merriam, AKC Vice-Chairman, to awarding the title Eukanuba World carpeted ring accompanied by flag sections, predicated on the decipher which of the countries Challenge Champion 2008 along bearers carrying their country’s flag. geographical region; the European from Europe and Africa will go into with a beautifully engraved trophy Any breeders or owners who and South Africa section, which will section 1 or into section 2. Each and prize money of $10,000, a would like to know more about the be sub-divided into Europe and country’s nominated dog will be runner-up will be awarded $3,000 qualifying criteria and the Africa; section 1 and Europe and representing their country in the and a first runner up $2,000. The opportunity to represent their Africa; section 2: the Asia and relevant section. There will be four national Kennel Club of the ultimate country for the Eukanuba World Oceania section and the Americas world renowned judges: Edd Bivin winner will be presented with a Challenge 2008 can visit Karl Reisinger, from the USA judging the Europe Vice President FCI section. There will be a draw held at recognition prize of $5,000. www.eukanubaworldchallenge.com. Rafael De Santiago and Africa section 1; Rafael De The Eukanuba World Challenge Santiago from Puerto Rico for final will be taped and televised by Europe and Africa section 2; Ellis Animal Planet, as it was at last Hulme from the UK for the Asia and Oceania section and Paolo Dondino year’s inaugural event when we from Italy for the Americas section. witnessed American 4th Curly Last year there were three Multi Ch Very Vigie Vamos A La sections; one dog was selected from Playa, representing Switzerland, each section to go forward to the scoop up the Eukanuba World final. At this year’s event each Challenge Champion 2007 title World section will be judged along with the $10,000 prize money. We supply independently and three winners The officiating judge was the from each section will be selected to notable FCI Vice President, Karl dogs shows go on to the final Challenge. The Reisinger, who commented: “It was excitement and anticipation will be an honour for me to judge dogs at Congress and events intensified for spectators, breeders, such a top level and I was deeply owners and exhibitors alike as the impressed with the excellent quality At The Harris Centre, Walford all over the 12 dogs go through to the final to of all the representatives”. His compete for the coveted title and ultimate winner Vamos, handled to Campus, Baschurch, Shrewsbury world prize money. These 12 finalists will his victorious win by Hughes be presented in the Best In Show Schuh, was bred by Laurent Pichard 30 July - 5 August 2010 ring to the FCI President and all and is co-owned by Joelle Doucet The Curly Coated Retriever Club is proud to be hosting New Countries invited to participate “The 4th Curly Coated Retriever World Congress”, developments in the UK during 31/07/2010 - 06/08/2010. in the 2008 event www.curlycoatedretrieverclub.co.uk/wcs include new (* denotes new countries) ribbon, woven edged Europe and Netherlands United Kingdom *Philippines A big thank you to our sponsors so far: South Africa Norway *Bulgaria *Taiwan Austria polyester, sashes, and Poland *Cyprus The Americas  Our Dogs (main event sponsors) Belgium Portugal *Estoni special printing on tails Croatia Argentina Romania *Luxembourg  Royal Canin (Champ Showsponsors) Czech Republic Brazil Russia *Turkey Denmark Canada Serbia Asia and Oceani  Eukanuba Finland Chile For further information Slovakia, Australia France Mexico Slovenia India Further details from: and quotations, Germany Puerto Rico Greece South Africa Japan USA Anne Russell (Secretary) please contact us at Hungary Spain South Korea www.birdbrook.co.uk/ Ireland Sweden Thailand *Colombia 0161 865 6337 Israel Switzerland *China *Uruguay [email protected] Italy Ukraine *New Zealand *Venezuela www.ourdogs.co.uk OUR DOGS June 20 2008 37 38 OUR DOGS June 20 2008 www.ourdogs.co.uk

Show Manager: Dr. Doris Milkert 2418 entrees

Judges: WORDS &PICTURES Best of Day Junior BY ROBERTO NEUMÜNSTER 31 MAY & 1 JUNE 2008 Peter Machetanz, Germany Best of Day Petru Muntean, Romania Best in Show Junior Paula heikkinen Lehkonen, Finland Best in Show Cristian Stefanesco, Romania

G Gruppe VII : Petru Muntean, Ro, Irish Red , BIS 2, Brilliant Bronze Siofra Little Elf, Z: Tommy Berglund, B: Jenny Karlsson, SE

G Gruppe V : Cristian Stefanesco, RO, American , Best in Show Junior & Best in Show, Torazo's With or Without You, Z: G. Lynch, B: M. & L.L Huls, NL

G Gruppe I : Peter Machetanz, Dog, Thornapple Aftershock, )Z: Ellen Brandenburg & Amy Garrison, B: Bitta Wöhliche, DK G Gruppe VIII : Andrzej Stepinski, PL, Golden Retriever, Ch.Martha of the Hellacious Acres, Z: M.W.M.van Maren, B: H.B. and M.W.M.van Maren, NL

G Gruppe IX : George Koustoupolos, Greece, , Oriental Jokes Best of Bestt For Solinos, Z: Eva Vincent-Schmidt, B: Manuela Hendel, DE

G Gruppe II : Dr. Wilfried Peper, Shar-Pei, Multi Ch. So-Fi's Choice To have More fun Z: E. Minne, B: E. Minne, NL

G Gruppe IV : Claudia Kleister, Standardteckel Rauhhaar , Bellomis Escada Danish Collection, Z: Susanne Segersten, B: Hanne Andersen, DK

G Gruppe III : Dr. Wilfried Peper, American Staffordshire , Dkch Luch Sech DK Staff's Go Rio GoZ: Tonny Bergstrom, B: Olaf G Gruppe VI : Josef Pohling, , Ob-L-Di's Fabled Etienne Navarre, G Gruppe X : Paula Leikkinen Lehkonen, Fin, , Verhorevoort, NL Z: Morten Johansson, B: Pia Ahlén & Knud H., Pedersen, DK Rabbitville Dian Z: Tina Otto, B: Erling Birk, DK www.ourdogs.co.uk OUR DOGS June 20 2008 39 40 OUR DOGS June 20 2008 www.ourdogs.co.uk

LOOKING FORWARD TO A SUMMER IN SPLIT managed to inspire the people of beautiful football field (FC accommodations. Besides, most Split to achieve whatever goal they "Dalmatinac"), which — illuminated foreign exhibitors come to shows ORDS BY were intent on. And, traditionally, the from all sides — will only enhance with their caravans. We were faced W worse the odds are, the greater the the mood. The rings will be large and with a similar dilemma with the NTE UČIN dišpet is. well lit (we promise!), and there will organisation of the European dog A L Organising the dog shows has be more than enough electric sockets show in Zagreb last year, but, in the Regarding the judges — the list become a tradition in Split. Some of and fresh water sources (for both end, nobody had to sleep under the has one well–known Croatian the shows were better, some were dogs and humans). Food will be open sky (unless it was by personal all–rounder, as well as four young not as good, but the desire for available for everyone who might choice). Croatian judges. These four will improvement was always present. decide to celebrate with (or drown The temperatures will be high, each get a day of judging, and three After last year's struggle with rainy their sorrows in) gastronomic though, so you will have to take of them will be judging breeds they weather as well as with a relatively delicacies. There will be enough extra care of your dogs. If at all recently got their judging licences small number of entries (although (free) parking space for everyone. possible, travel during night. The for. Then we have the seven foreign Split dog shows were never about Each evening will have a different temperatures at the show will be judges who need no introduction, number of entries), there was a need musical theme playing from the bearable, since the judging won't five of which have never before for improving the overall quality of many speakers on the field. begin until 20:00 hours. During the judged in Croatia! Everybody in the the dog shows, so that Split would be The dogs can spend the daytime day, spend your time in the shade, or dog world knows about them, as able to regain the high reputation it hours resting in air–conditioned — even better — in air–conditioned they have judged at the most held before. The idea (and whether it rooms (all great models require their areas, and drink a lot of water. prestigious shows in the world. If was a good or bad idea remains to be beauty sleep), while their owners Leaving your dog in the parked car, you want to know more about them, seen) fell on fertile ground. A group engage in one of many possible even for a minute, is unacceptable! you can find their biographies on the of about two dozen young people activities. We suggest getting up late We expect the shows to be over at Club site. (age 28, on average) took it "line, in the morning, having coffee and about 1:30 in the morning, and at On Sunday morning, there will be hook, and sinker" and decided to breakfast, going to one of the that time most of the beaches in Split a Super B.I.S. A single dog will get give it a try. The young Club beaches for a morning of swimming (and several are no more that 10 to go home as the absolute winner of president received a great support in and/or sunbathing, followed by a minutes walking distance from the all four night shows! Don't you want favour of the project from the good Dalmatian supper, then another show grounds) are empty, so feel to know who that champion will be? members of the Club, as well as from round of swimming/sunbathing. By free to do a bit of night swimming wish I knew what fool came up with the idea of four the Croatian Kennel Club and its then, it'll already be time to head to with your dog. summer night dog shows in the middle of summer, president, Mr Damir Skok. The end the dog show. Doesn't sound too bad, The entry form can be downloaded and in Split, to boot. Well, I know the answer to that result — Klub sportskih pasa "Split" right? from almost any dog–related site in What You one, but - on account of how you can probably guess for (Sporting dogs' club "Split") will If you decide to spend a few more the world. Our Club web–site has all I organise, for the first time ever in days in Split, be sure to visit the Split the necessary information listed. It yourselves - I'm not telling! Europe, four summer night dog Summer Festival — a real treat for has had more than 1,500 hits from 45 Have to Do a more ideal place than Split to host shows! all ballet, opera, and theatre lovers different countries in a single month. such an event in this geographic out there. The Diocletian's palace is, We're receiving information requests Look for the entry form, or go to the www.ksp- How it all area. of course, a story unto itself. In order and entries from all over the world, to get the proper feel of Split, you'll and most are congratulating us on this split.com/dogshow2008/main.php to The Plan have to have an espresso on the wonderful idea. We're in for a lot of find everything about the show. After Began newly rebuilt riva (waterfront). work, it seems! And we're looking that, go see your boss and ask for a A long time ago, a project named Two national and two Accommodations won't probably forward to it, of course. few days off work (23rd to 28th July "4 summer shows" was launched in Why Split? international dog shows in four days, be easy to find, but we're not talking In the end, the always relevant bit will do). Fill out the entry form, take Sweden. It was, at the time, the or rather — nights present the ideal mission impossible here. The people of information — judges and prices. care of the entry fees, photocopy single greatest project in the history Split is a city with a rich tradition opportunity for everybody who in Club will be there to help you find Our special offer, "enter four, pay your dog's pedigree and fax it all of the Swedish Kennel Club. The in dog shows. The city has seen a lot hasn't yet decided where to spend accommodations, and — we promise three" met with great success. The together at our fax number (+385 sheer amount of entries surprised of activity in the past decade, both their holidays with their pets. — they won't stop until the last entry deadline is 20th of June, so you (0)21 384 758). Get in contact with even the organisers, and the media dog–related and otherwise. But one "Pedigree" as the general sponsor is exhibitor is safely settled. Of course, still have time to enter (if you haven't our tourist agency and find the attention the event received was thing remains the trademark of all a guarantee for rich and plentiful those that make their reservations already)! We have taken extra care accommodations for your stay. Don't unheard of. events — that rarely seen enthusiasm awards, further complemented by early will get greater choice and when determining the prices for forget to pack your bags. The Considering that event and all the combined with the famous Split Club's gifts and awards that will lower prices. Most hotels in Split babies, , veterans, couples, Sporting dogs club "Split" promises excitement that surrounded it, one "dišpet" (DISH–pet; spite, pleasantly surprise everyone. aren't open to dogs, but there are groups, junior handlers and Croatian you an unforgettable experience! can't help but wonder whether there's stubbornness), which always The show is to be held on the more than enough private national breeds. Welcome! www.ourdogs.co.uk OUR DOGS June 20 2008 41 42 OUR DOGS June 20 2008 www.ourdogs.co.uk

Romanian Judge at the Japanese National Club specialty - the 20th of April 2008

he Japanese Airedale Terrier Club has two major Locally, the best Japanese breeders Rockridge Black Shadow (CC dog at the after-show picnic. events during the year, the Spring and the Autumn WRITES are Wilderness kennels (Shino & and BIS). (Check the Japanese Club's specialty shows. Over the years , the Japanese AVINIA TEER Takemi Sugimoto, also president of Now, about the atmosphere at the official website at: L S the club) and Rockridge (of Tetsuya show, I think nothing can compare to Airedale fanciers have only invited English or Australian http://www.airedale- meant first generation born in Japan Iwahashi). They have shown the the surroundings of one beautiful dog .jp/eventnews/2008_spring_s from two English parents), or a "Best nicest and best groomed Airedales. judges, some of the most reputable and famous show not far from Nagoya city, with how/index.htm ) T Import" class ( which was kind of Let me highlight some of the best: excellent dogs, with the background breeders/judges (Leslie Lee, Susan & Tom Huxley, Keith redundant). Stargus Devil King, best dog in of cherry blossoms ("Sakura", as Lovell, etc.). I believe it was for the first time they had a Actually, the competition was Import class, Jaideld The Swords Japanese call it). It was the best Lavinia Steer, International Judge European judge, to be more specific, a Romanian. between big names like Stargus, Man (res CC dog), Wilderness Sweet season Japan had to offer, with lovely www.happytails.ro Robroyd, Saredon, Jaideld, aso. Heart (CC bitch and BOS), scenery, nice company and great food www.draculadogshow.eu I It is interesting to note that Japanese are very keen on importing their stock from the country of origin of the breed only! So, although I've never been to UK before, judging the Japanese Airedale Club seemed like judging an English exclusive show. If I'll ever judge an English specialty, I can promiss you I'll experience a deja-vu! Even if Japan is a member of the FCI, the classes at the club show are organised as in the KC. They also have a "Bred by exhibitor" class (which in this case

G Best of Breed

G Best Import Dog

G Best Opposite Sex www.ourdogs.co.uk OUR DOGS June 20 2008 43 44 OUR DOGS June 20 2008 www.ourdogs.co.uk

UK exhibitors fly the flag in Lyon T IS a few years now since our late correspondent Harry Baxter would phone in or hot-foot in back from and the French National show when it was a regular Ifixture at the capital's Longchamp racecourse. WRITES BILL MOORES Eight years ago it kept its slot in the calendar but moved indoors and in 2002 the Le Bourget venue in Paris hosted the European show attracting over 12,000 dogs over three days. It Photo by William Moores was France's biggest ever show. G The final 12 group winners take to the Ring d'Honneur In those pre-Pet Passport days the chance to hop over the channel was Photo by William Moores not an option. G On hand at the show to answer questions about Crufts qualification were Now the Eurexpo venue in Lyon has Sue Sampson and James Skinner from the Kennel Club. Here James explains become a popular spot for the event the requirements to two successful Field Spaniel exhibitors situated almost at the heart of France and close to the airport. The show this year, the 130th, attracted entries from 7750 dogs. As our photos show there was a fair Photo by dusting of UK exhibitors at this year's William Moores event which coincided with a 'free' G weekend in the general championship A great day for show calendar. the Irish. IKC SCC President M Gerard Arthus and president Mr Sean his show committee now have a eye Delmar with his to Paris for next year's show which BOB Irish Terrier moves to a new venue at Portes de d M & Mme Versailles, south of the city. The same Guerin's Ch venue has been reserved for the show O'Nut Glen Tickety-Boo in 2011 when France hosts the World Photo by William Moores Show, the FCI celebrates its G Tres elegant! The BOB centenary and France celebrates the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Shades of 250th anniversary of the foundation Blues After Dark Arrogancy with of a school of veterinary medicine. owner Mme Florence Lalliard

Photo by William Moores G Competing and winning with the best. Amanda McLaren's Tervueren b Ch Corsini was CAC & CACIB with Groenendael b Robinson & Photo by Goode's Xanova Femme Noire CAC & CACIB handled by Yvette McDonald. William 'Two of the three BSD BOB winners were from the UK', announced the judge Moores to a packed ringside G Winner of the Intermediate Photo by Dog Class in William Moores Cockers under G Linda In the 'House of Robinson was Dogs' area President Girard's Baloo of the E'pagneul de Vaccares Breton Club de handled by Francais M Geraldine Christian Gunther Jacquier was on hand to meet and greet visitors. On the second day he judged the breed. On June 7th 1908 - exactly 100 years to the day - the breed's French standard was agreed. Now the Photo by breed has its own William Photo by William Moores Moores museum in Callac, G Best in show at the French National CAC/CACIB show held at Eurexpo, which has Lyon was the d Ch Wirlwinds High Hopes owned by Mme G All the way become a 'must see' Nanta Tansacha of Dampsmesnil pictured here with BIS judge Guido from West for all breed Vandoni of Italy Yorkshire the enthusiasts BOB was Helen Johnston & Mark Foster's b Tiawnee For Get Me Not with judge Mme Helene Denis

Photo by William Moores G BOB in Hungarian Pulis was Avril Lacey & 'Stan' Szyczewski's d Ch Weetoneon Mr Xaus. Avril and 'Stan' now live in Bressuire, France

Photo by William Moores Photo by William Moores G UK ex-pat Norma Knox from Spain with d BOB Ch Llessort Lukas GOn the second day the parade in the main ring was a great attraction. which became an international champion on the day Here a team of Poitevin prepare to enter the ring www.ourdogs.co.uk OUR DOGS June 20 2008 45 CUIDADO (est 1976) and Pumis GREECE: GREECE: 5 BJIB 6 CAC 3 CACIB ITALY: 9 BOB 1 BJIB 1 BPIS 2 BOG HUNGARY: V4 ITALY: Intermediate 1 CAC class CACIB BOB

HUNGARY: Pumi Club Specialty V1 CAC Open Class

NAPOS JULIA (‘Angel’) GR CH BLUE GRASS UNDIS D O B 12 04 07 For correct ULTRAVOX (‘Golly’) Breeder: Eila Metsavainio (Finland) type and D O B 19 09 06 Breeder Ingrid Johnnson (Sweden) temperament HD-A; PRA/Patellae tested: clear Read about the wonderful Pumi breed on my website: www.cuidado-rottweilers.gr KATE PINCHES, Breeder/International Rottweiler Tel/Fax: 0030 22940 88809 judge, Xasion 7, Neapoli, Spata 19004, GREECE Email: [email protected]

Photo by William Moores G BOB in was Sue Dunger's b Sulyka Mamamia. The previous weekend Sue had gone BOB at Le Touquet show

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hen thinking of Top winning amassing an amazing 17 CACIBS and 31 Certificates as well as International Newfoundlands, Int / sk / pol/ eight Group wins and numerous placings. A week after returning to the UK in 2008, Neo won the Dog cz. Ch King of Helluland The Deep Blue CC and BOB at Three Counties. Wat Chateaunewf known as "Neo" must come to The King of Helluland kennel have produced Champions in mind for the sheer number of wins. At only three many countries, as well as multiple International Champions. The years old and campaigned abroad in the last quality of the Dogs they breed is second to none and Newfoundlands they have bred are notorious for wins such as twelve months he has won 3 x BIS 1 x RBIS, BIS2 World Show 2006, BIS European Winners Show, Winners ending 2007 as Slovakia's Top Newfoundland. of The Danish Gold Cup, The Italian Gold Cup, The Federation Cup, BOB and Group 2 at Crufts 2006 & 2008, BIS The Dracula He was bred by Sonia and Vlado Krockovci at the King of Show, BIS The NCA Speciality, RBIS at the Champion of Helluland kennel in Slovakia and imported at 12 months into the Champions contest in Hungary where of course the very well UK, with his litter sister by the Chateaunewf Kennel in Essex known Bela Siklosi owns a number of King of Helluland bred of Sharon Ashdown, Doug Bedford and Sue Waller. dogs including Multi Int CH. Skippers Emperior King of Helluland, aka "Carlos", this years Crufts Working Group 2 As a young dog he won the RCC at LKA before starting his Winner. International Campaign aged two. When writing his Crufts critique for "Carlos" Stuart Mallard In the year he was abroad, he went BIS in Trencin, Slovakia. wrote "front action possibly one of the best I have witnessed in BIS in Tulln, Austria. this Breed" an accolade The King of Helluland kennel are very BIS in Ostrava, Czech Republic and RBIS in Zagreb, Croatia, proud of. www.ourdogs.co.uk OUR DOGS June 23 2006 51