Driffield Championship Show endured for the first few days the worst of weathers. Rain and high winds forced many trade stands to pack up their battered and beaten stands and head back home for repairs. So much effort is putting a championship show together whether it is the Driffield committee who always put in a 100% commitment and beyond. Also the trade stands, setting up is … [Read more...]

Sorry for the blip in the breed notes, unfortunately my computer was rushed into intensive care and has been in a very poorly condition. Glad to say after much nurturing it has now been revived and hopefully is on the straight and narrow. So a flurry of Championship shows to catch up on, the first being City of Birmingham where exhibitors saw Rosalie Brady take the helm for … [Read more...]

Apologies for no breed notes last week but I was attending my daughter’s wedding in Kent, so you could say I was slightly busy having a perfect day watching Tanya and Rob tying the knot as Mr & Mrs Compton. So, it was a journey to Builth Wells for Welsh Kennel Club Championship Show. Always a scenic journey from whatever direction the starting point of departure may be. A … [Read more...]

This time of year with the flurry of shows in a concentrated bunch, an exhibitor spends more time going up and down motorways. The sensible ones, if you are lucky enough to own one, take the caravan or motor home and link the days in between as a holiday. For some exhibitors residing at either end of the country it can be exhausting. So well done on just surviving, I award you … [Read more...]

This time of year with the flurry of shows in a concentrated bunch, an exhibitor spends more time going up and down motorways. The sensible ones, if you are lucky enough to own one, take the caravan or motor home and link the days in between as a holiday. For some exhibitors residing at either end of the country it can be exhausting. So well done on just surviving, I award you … [Read more...]

It is with great sadness that we have recently lost one of our most respected exhibitors and breeders. Over the years Jimmy Simpson of the Penang affix gave so much to the dog world both in Pekinese and of course Papillons. His dedication to Northern & Eastern Counties Papillon Club over the years has to be applauded. I believe at the recent N&ECPC Championship show the … [Read more...]

It is with great sadness that I bring the news of Jimmy Simpson’s (Penang) passing. Jimmy and his lovely wife Dorothy were the life and blood of Northern & Eastern Counties Papillon Club and steered the club from the conception playing a huge part in making the club the success it is today. Jimmy and his successful kennel Penang for Papillon’s and Peke’s were a force to be … [Read more...]

A flurry of open shows to report, Papillon exhibitors having successful results, flying the Pap flag high for the breed. At Yeovil DCA the show saw Raewyn O’Brien judging the breed and Doreen Dowsett for the TGP. Dee Olaf had a lovely day with her youngster Tarnock Romeo Romeo taking BPIB and TPGP1 and also RBOB with Tarnock Rock N Roll Rene. Sue Morrell also saw success taking … [Read more...]

The glorious weather continues, isn’t it just unbelievable and I am for one, making sure it is fully enjoyed whilst Mr Sunshine is lodging here in the UK. The agricultural shows over the last few years have really suffered with some dreadful weather, but not so this year, so let’s make hay whilst the sun shines. Goosnargh & Longridge Agricultural Society Open Show had … [Read more...]

Well, I know we all wanted some sunshine on our backs, but the last few weeks have been extraordinary beyond belief. So most of you I am sure have been equipped with cool mats, iced water, fans and sun umbrellas on your, I must have list, for the dog shows. It certainly makes a change from wellies and fleeces. Thank goodness for air con in the cars as this makes the journey … [Read more...]

Windsor Championship Show, unquestionable with Windsor Castle, the best back drop you could ever wish for. Those that make a week of a restful break in their caravans or motor homes there is so much to do each day. A leisurely boat trip with no doubt something called a glass perched between fingers, add to this the perfect sunshine and you have heaven in a bucket load. Windsor … [Read more...]

So, bucket and spades at the ready as many exhibitors were on their jollies to Blackpool Championship Show. A lot of exhibitors take their caravans or motor homes for a relaxing week leading up to show days. Blackpool committee take great pride in making things right for the exhibitors and the grounds looked lovely. Glenn went on Toy Day with Imogen our little fluff ball … [Read more...]