2024

NEWS

CBR Newsletter

Issue: 12/04/2024

I was terribly saddened to hear of the passing of Mark, husband of Caroline Griffin-Woods. Together for almost 30 years it was Mark who came up with the kennel name of Migwell. Caroline had thought of three choices but could not think of a fourth, for reasons only known to the KC they …

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The saddest thing about owning dogs is when we have to say goodbye, although they never really leave us. Living to a ripe old age they are no longer just a dog but are our trusted friends. Over the years they have given their all to be our companions and workmates. Many bring awards in …

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Well done The Kennel Club, what an amazing Crufts Dog Show. Four days packed full of dogs, dogs and more dogs. The were so many activities, displays, demonstrations, things to do, see and buy. The main ring had activities or showing from 8:00am to gone 8:00pm every day. On top of the was the actual …

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I think it is about time the government took a good look at veterinary pricing, with almost a half of veterinary practices owned by the same company, they seem to be able to pluck figures out of then air. I remember when Pet Passports first came into being the rabies vaccination was £20 and the …

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Arriving on time to replace my 2023 BASC gundog members’ card was my new BASC gundog members’ card. I could not imagine working my dogs without being a member, it’s not expensive and covers a wide variety of issues that may crop up in the shooting field, plus a BASC magazine with masses of information …

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January has always been a hectic month for working dogs, with extra days fitting into an already pretty full diary, especially keeper’s days, tenant farmer days and young boys’ days. Personally, I cannot believe I made it up to Manchester, picking up on the Friday and Saturday then out again on the Monday. The dogs, …

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Power of Paws Dog Show

Sunday 5th May 10.00 a.m.- 4.00 p.m.
A day dedicated to Dogs, with a 6 class dog show plus ‘Best in Show’, dog agility and dog displays.
Also dog based stalls, craft stalls and exhibits, food vendors, children’s rides and activities and more…
Adult £9.00, Concessions £8, Children (5-15) £5.00 Children Under 5 Free. (includes …

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CBR Newsletter

Lead for Top Dog throughout 2023 was Arnac Bay Huron At Bergelle, but pipped at the post when Arnac Bay Hebe won BOB & BCC at LKA under judge Tracey Butler BS. This was Tracey’s third time of awarding CCs – in 2017 at Driffield BCC & BOB Anac Bay Flax and in 2019 Darlington …

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CBR Newsletter

Entries in 2023 on average dropped from the mid 30s to the mid 20s, except for Crufts and The Club Show, which have always drawn the two best entries; with absentees some were even less than 20. The inlation affecting the mortgage rate, fuel, food and other amenities it has made many people think twice …

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NEWS

CBR Newsletter

Issue: 12/04/2024

I was terribly saddened to hear of the passing of Mark, husband of Caroline Griffin-Woods. Together for almost 30 years it was Mark who came up with the kennel name of Migwell. Caroline had thought of three choices but could not think of a fourth, for reasons only known to the KC they …

Read More »

CBR Newsletter

The saddest thing about owning dogs is when we have to say goodbye, although they never really leave us. Living to a ripe old age they are no longer just a dog but are our trusted friends. Over the years they have given their all to be our companions and workmates. Many bring awards in …

Read More »

CBR Newsletter

Well done The Kennel Club, what an amazing Crufts Dog Show. Four days packed full of dogs, dogs and more dogs. The were so many activities, displays, demonstrations, things to do, see and buy. The main ring had activities or showing from 8:00am to gone 8:00pm every day. On top of the was the actual …

Read More »

CBR Newsletter

I think it is about time the government took a good look at veterinary pricing, with almost a half of veterinary practices owned by the same company, they seem to be able to pluck figures out of then air. I remember when Pet Passports first came into being the rabies vaccination was £20 and the …

Read More »

CBR Newsletter

Arriving on time to replace my 2023 BASC gundog members’ card was my new BASC gundog members’ card. I could not imagine working my dogs without being a member, it’s not expensive and covers a wide variety of issues that may crop up in the shooting field, plus a BASC magazine with masses of information …

Read More »

CBR Newsletter

January has always been a hectic month for working dogs, with extra days fitting into an already pretty full diary, especially keeper’s days, tenant farmer days and young boys’ days. Personally, I cannot believe I made it up to Manchester, picking up on the Friday and Saturday then out again on the Monday. The dogs, …

Read More »

Power of Paws Dog Show

Sunday 5th May 10.00 a.m.- 4.00 p.m.
A day dedicated to Dogs, with a 6 class dog show plus ‘Best in Show’, dog agility and dog displays.
Also dog based stalls, craft stalls and exhibits, food vendors, children’s rides and activities and more…
Adult £9.00, Concessions £8, Children (5-15) £5.00 Children Under 5 Free. (includes …

Read More »

CBR Newsletter

Lead for Top Dog throughout 2023 was Arnac Bay Huron At Bergelle, but pipped at the post when Arnac Bay Hebe won BOB & BCC at LKA under judge Tracey Butler BS. This was Tracey’s third time of awarding CCs – in 2017 at Driffield BCC & BOB Anac Bay Flax and in 2019 Darlington …

Read More »

CBR Newsletter

Entries in 2023 on average dropped from the mid 30s to the mid 20s, except for Crufts and The Club Show, which have always drawn the two best entries; with absentees some were even less than 20. The inlation affecting the mortgage rate, fuel, food and other amenities it has made many people think twice …

Read More »

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