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South of England Papillon Club held their Open Show and it was a family affair for the judges. Mrs Shirley Colyer (Shirando) took on the task of judging the junior handlers awarding Tiara Munn the winner of the 6 – 11 yrs. Tiara is the granddaughter of Pat Munn (Ringlands) and I guess Pat was…
Leading up to WELKS the weather had been glorious, were you hoping like me after hearing the weekend weather forecast of rain showers that they had got it completely wrong. Malvern is not the best of places when rain descends upon the terrain, well the wish was granted. Early on arrival yes it was windy…
All wheels heading in the direction of the Kennel Club Buildings at Stoneleigh for The Papillon (Butterfly Dog) Clubs Championship Show. This venue is always a bright, airy with two huge rings and loads of walking and grooming spaces available. Lots to see as there were plenty of stalls around the perimeter of the hall….
Open show reports this week as it has been a quiet week for news. Firstly at Ruthin Canine Society Nadia Angharad Al-Bazi was home from university and spent the day with her mum enjoying the hobby she loves. It was to be a super day for them both with their new nine month old youngster…
South Wales Papillon Club held their Open Show and I believe enjoyed lovely weather. Sorry I have tried to find out details of the goings on at the show but unfortunately no details have been forthcoming except for the principal winners. Breed Specialist Mrs Benita Bartlett (Brontigaer) was judging our lovely breed and she found…
UK Toydog is a show which I think is on everyone’s list of favourite shows during the calendar year. The committee work in unison together each year to create something quite special. There is such a lovely atmosphere at this show, with lots of smiles from the exhibitors meeting and greeting. The breed rings are…
Sue Morrell and Thesbina Teague had a brilliant day at The South Western Toy Dog Society Show starting their youngsters show career off with a bang. Temelora Let It Be Magic won BPIB under Kirsty Wells and then continued on with the winning day by being awarded RBPIS under Lee Cox. His sire T Just…
So another Crufts has been and gone a bit like Christmas over in a flash. According to a Kennel Club spokesman it brings brilliant news that for the first two days the gate attendance was up 20.000. That is the sort of news we like to hear exhibitors and families out to enjoy a four…
Crufts is here, drum roll let the show commence. Whether you are reading these notes at home and getting ready for some Sunday fun or perhaps sitting on the benching at the ringside waiting for your class. I wish everyone a brilliant day, just soak in the atmosphere and enjoy every minute. I am currently…
Short and sweet this week as there is not of news lot to report. However on a happy note I am pleased to say that news has come through of the lovely Anna McKnight of the so very well respected Daneview affix. Anna had been under the weather recently but after a course of antibiotics…
Susie and Margaret Orchard had a super day at Duchy Canine Society Limited Show under Colin Wills. Kissable De Costalina at Panspayon ShCM (Imp Bel) was awarded TGP3 and their youngster Panspayon Be My Angel finished the day off nicely taking TPGP2. Very well done both of you. Brian Lees secretary of the Papillon (Butterfly)…
We’re on a roll to Crufts. It always seems Crufts is that much closer when Manchester Champ show has arrived. Maybe that’s because there are no championship shows for Papillons during February so when leaving for home you are saying to everyone see you at Crufts. Certainly 2015 is chugging along at a fast rate…