Not all of my breed notes are always published. For those who know me know I speak my mind, I do not suffer idiots gladly and I will not be dominated by tribes or packs or anyone else who does not see life on the straight and narrow. This is no excuse for my not including the RBCC at Manchester this year, how I missed it out I do not know, but it is nice to know that nobody is perfect! With many apologies to the owners for this oversight, RBCC Middleton and Mayhew’s Lux CH, Bel CH Arnac Bay Jellicoe JW.
There is always much excitement on Keeper’s Day where all of the workers get their chance to stand on a peg and shoot. On some shoots a day like this could cost you thousands, but is given happily to everyone for all their hard work throughout the season. As I rolled up into the yard the first thing I noticed is gone were the ripped, grubby and tattered clothing. Looking smart in tweed suits, check shirts and silk ties, they all looked as smart as any gun on any shoot day. It has been a great season on the shoots I pick up on, I have enjoyed introducing novice people to the sport, more often than not with minority breeds. It has been so nice to see a Curly, a Clumber, a Flat and of course the Chesapeakes. Towards the end of the season I was fast running out of dogs with three bitches in season, one youngster not yet started and one with a ripped nail. Thankfully I could borrow a Cocker, a darling little bitch who is an excellent worker and obedient to whoever was handling her. Together with Mr Happy (Bob) and Wiggly who was on her first full season under the gun. She made me proud as almost all her retrieves were on strong runners. And so another season comes to an end, game bags emptied and equipment washed and put away. We have a month’s break before it’s a leap into the show season and training days. Please let me know your hunting stories.
Pontypool & District Canine Society are holding an eye testing day on Sunday 24th May. The venue will be Victoria Village Hall, Cwmavon Road, Abersychan, Pontypool NP4 8PL. Litter screening is also available, plus non KC registered dogs are also able to be tested. The vet is Claudia Hartley, BVSc CertVOphthal DipECVO FRCVS. To book a space or for more information please email pontypoolcaninesociety@gmail.com
At Border Counties Gundog Club Open Show Emily Evans, who handles for Joy Middleton, Christine Mayhew and James Newton, judged three classes sponsored by The CBRC who kindly offered £10 for BOB and £5 for BPIB. 5 entries, 2 absent. BOB & BV Rigby’s SH CH Chesepi Waco.
Gundog Breed Association of Scotland held their Annual Gala evening in Sterling last week. Invited to compete were those who had qualified throughout the year – Top Puppy, Top Adult and Top Veteran. The judge Mr Peter Pavey found his top dogs in two Flatcoats and a Cocker. Competing for Best Veteran was CBRC Treasurer Lorna Murray with Takoda Nathan, at almost 9 years old Nathan won the RCC & BV at Blackpool last year. Lorna said it was a lovely event and well supported, she was very pleased that Nathan came 7th in good company. Coming home with a lovely tartan rosette and enjoyable memories.
The CLA Game Fair 24th – 26th July is again being held at Ragley Hall. The Working Minority Retriever Club are again organising teams of 4 dogs, including a reserve, to compete in a working test on Sunday the 26th. With a chance to qualify and compete one must be a member of the WMRC – join now!
Well done to Kay Comoccio with her puppy dog Tideflight Harvest Moon passing the Good Citizen Silver award at 10 months old. Bred by Jason and Julie Hayes.
Janet Morris
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penrosechesapeakes@gmail.co