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...]

The hills and countryside awaited exhibitors for the journey to scenic Malvern for the Three Counties Show. The morning was dry, but oh so cold which chilled you to the bones. Everyone waited in anticipation for the sun get out of bed which it eventually did in the afternoon. As always the trade stands were aplenty, for folk to browse and collect what was needed for the four … [Read more...]

Southern Counties had a foreign flavour with a judge from Italy, Mr Francesco Cochetti judging the breed, Dr Goran Bodegard from Sweden judging the Toy Group, from the USA Mr Ron Menaker judging the Toy Puppy Group and BPIS and finally for the Veteran Group Paula Heikkinen-Lehkonen from Finland. We did return back to the UK for BIS with Mr Keith Nathan and BVIS Jill Peak. I … [Read more...]

So, lets kick start the Championship news with a double showing weekend in Scotland. The first of these shows was at SKC where I am sure there was a friendly welcome as you went through the doors to your respective rings. Here the judge for SKC’s first show of the year was Sean Carroll (Denemore). He found his principal winners to be: BCC / BOB Jean & Roger Banfield and … [Read more...]

So here we are at the Birmingham National at Stafford. One of my favourite shows as the committee always put 100% into making it a day for the exhibitor and this show was no exception. Papillons were judged in the Prestwood Centre away from the humdrum noise of the main hall. The other bonus was that the sun was beaming through the windows making it a very pleasant day indeed; … [Read more...]

To give you a little heads up of the forthcoming shows for the The Papillon (Butterfly Dog) Club. The clubs Open Show on 17th Nov 18, will be held at St Mary’s Hall, Solihull. The judge will be Mr Doug Johnston (Dourhu). Doug’s late wife Ruth would have been so proud of this day. Next years Championship show is on the 20th April 19 at the KC Building Mr David Guy (Donzeta) … [Read more...]