ASCUK FUN DAY (1) (SOUTH)
SATURDAY 6th JUNE 2008
*****Click here for details of the Northern Training and Fun Weekend being held on 29th/30th August*****
Well, what a fantastic turnout !! Over 50 people came with Aussies and we also welcomed people with an interest in Aussies who had other breeds also. From show dogs to working dogs, pet dogs to rescue dogs, everyone enjoyed the day and took part in a range of planned activities. Although the weather wasn't particularly fantastic, the venue was lovely, with a kitchen and large field to accommodate everyone. Our thanks to Chris Smith, Lorraine and Barry Rohland, Brian Goodyear and Andy Gibbons for their expert tuition, support and 'judging' throughout the day. Thanks must also go to Lyn & Mike Dennis and Sue Gibbons who did a fantastic job in the kitchen making sure everyone was fed and watered throughout the day.
All photos by Wally Holligan ©
Flyball was a popular activity that appealed to dogs (and owners) of all ages.
River and his owner Debbie Spooner on their way down to the flyball box Chris Smith's wife and their Aussie x BC Joyce and her new Aussie puppy Bailey
Agility was also popular with old and young dogs alike. Expert guidance was given by Lorraine and Barry Rohland.
Mulder showing he still 'has it' at 9 years old Labrador Echo with owner Lynne Andy Gibbands and the ever enthusiastic Stella An experienced red tri Aussie in full flight
Obedience tuition was given by Chris Smith and he catered for all levels of competence.
Chris with a red tri Aussie puppy Rossco the Sheltie doing perfect heelwork Lorraine and George getting motivated Dash and daughters Sapphire and Eden demonstrating a 'sit stay'
The Grooming Demo with Sarah Green and the ever obliging Mulder proved popular as always !!
There was a good turnout for the MDR1 and HSF4 Hereditary Cataract Testing.
Model dog having his MDR1 done, was Flynn !! Nothing to it, all done !!!
The Fun Classes were judged by the ever popular Andy Gibbands who was offered bribe after bribe for a 1st place rosette !! Ever honest Andy judged fairly and the Fun Classes produced many tears of laughter !!! Winners below....
Class1 - Best Puppy Class 2 - Handsome Dog Class 3 - Best Sausage Catcher
Keith Wilson and Skye Joyce MacFarlane and Rhen Lynne Cousins and Spirit
Class 4 - Prettiest Bitch Class 5 - Appealing Eyes Class 6 - Best Rehome/Rescue
Lynne Robinson and a 'grinning' Echo Debbie Spooner with River Linda MacFarlane's rescue dog Ash
Class 7 - Best Six Legs Class 8 - Waggiest Tail/Bum Class 9 - Dog the Judge would like to take home
Keith Wilson and Tom Tom causing uproar !!! Tracy Martin and Merlin Lynne Robinson and 10 week old Spinner aawwww....
Fastest Recall was won by Kim Wright's
Class 10 - Best Condition Class 11 - Fancy Dress Whippet Annie ! She ran it in 3.1 secs.
Dash Dog with his favourite Auntie Lydia !!! Linda MacFarlane with Ash and Zoe as 'The Lady and the Tramp' Kim Wright and Whippet Annie
The Egg and Spoon Race turned into a fiasco with eggs dropping and dogs tripping people up. It made for one of the funniest events of the day !!
We also had Kennel Club Good Citizen Testing and our thanks go to Brian Goodyear for judging this.
Fun pictures taken throughout the day below.....
Mike (aka Marco Pierre Dennis) and Lyn Dennis and Sue Gibbons kept everybody fed and watered all day. Alison directing Flynn to turn left left left !!!
Jack enjoying his day out with 'Mum' Linda Bailey says 'I know the ball is in there somewhere' Andy taking his judging 'very seriously'
Louise and Fancy trying to compete with husband Keith !! Wally has 'double trouble' Gabby and Scarlett Flynn says 'I must not chew this egg.......
We hope that everyone enjoyed the day. The committee that attended certainly did !! Thank you to everyone who gave their time and tuition to make the day a success, we couldn't do it without you !!