THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN ....part 3

SOME CAVALIERS, SOME CAVALIER PEOPLE AND SOME CAVALIER PEOPLE WITH SOME CAVALIERS....***

Barbara Maddy and Val Hamill

Louise Callaghan

a lotta wholecolours...

Ruta Towse and her Best Puppy Dog

Sue Smith, B and John Tranter

...at lunchtime 42 Champions paraded for all to admire..

Norma and Aum...still standing and smiling after a super show.

Some deserving a special mention...

from the oldest VETERAN exhibited...Ch Winnie of Pascavale soon to be reaching her 14th Birthday.

to BEST PUPPY IN SHOW aged 11 months

BEST VETERAN IN SHOW...in her 9th year

BEST DOG challenges BEST BITCH

THE FINAL LINE UP

Lorraine Gillhespy, Bitch CC, Dog CC/BIS, Kirstie McMurray, Best Puppy in Show

 THE NEEDLEWORK PICTURE..one of the trophies for Best in Show

 THAT GRIN SAYS IT ALL.....BEST IN SHOW

....we leave it to RUTATOWSE to close this Cavalier Club Special Chatterbox...it had been a fabulous show....fab dogs and fab company. Lets do it again!

"SEE YOU ALL NEXT YEAR. SAME TIME, SAME PLACE. CHEERS"

THOSE WHO PARADED AND PARTIED AT CRUFTS 2014...

With the Cavalier Club show now behind us it was time to regroup and head off for Crufts 2014 at the National Exhibition Centre near Birmingham. Cavalier Bitches started at 8.30 am with Annette Jones (Timsar)judging, and Dogs half an hour later with Anne Reddaway (Homaranne). Traffic can be a nightmare getting into this event if you leave it too late, so living in the North meant a very early start. Up at 2am and precious little sleep the night before! But once inside the hall, the magic that is Crufts takes over and the tiredness slips away and the adrenalin kicks in. Crufts is a show where you cannot walk far without meeting someone you know. Here are some photos of some of the people I bumped into! So many pictures, this is just the beginning!  Please let me know if you recognise anyone without a name....

Norma, Sandra Moger, Carol Jenkins, Diana Koster

David Moger having breakfast

Bill McFadden, Cesar Cortes, Kevan Berry, Brian Rix, Maryann Hogan

??? Paula Stark

I recognise Barbara Hilditch and Sue Robinson...?????

 Rob Sansom

Patrick Dewaele and Wendy Lhote

Lucy Koster...penny for your thoughts Lucy!

manning the Club stall...Veronica Hull

?? ?? Diane Searle ??

Michaela and Marcela Hroncova from Czech Rep with Norma

Carol McKenzie and Graham Murray

Norma and Gordon

Richard and Karen Bryant with Steve and Debbie Coole

what tickled your fancy, Becky Wileman??
 

Alan Hall, Carmen Spears and Michael Forte

Sheila Harbron

VIP Sue Leach and Klaus Vorderstrasse

omg     V    oh no  

dapper Dennis Homes

Steve/Debbie Coole,  ??  Anne Fitzpatrick

Max Spears, Gordon Inglis, Marco, Isabella, Elisabetta and Alessandro Bindelli, Ferrari, Bill Moffat, Martina Ferrari

Alison Walker

Kelly and Richard Lee

John "Homerbrent" Coaker and Gordon

someone we don't see so much of these days...Sheila "Salador" Smith

....and there's more!

CAVALIERS AT CRUFTS CONTINUES....

BITCH CC WINNER and BEST OF BREED

Michael Levy (Pascavale), BOB and judge Annette Jones (Timsar)

Gillian Greenall and winner of DOG CC

DOG CC

Norma Inglis and BEST PUPPY IN BREED

BEST PUPPY

Bitch CC/BOB, Judge, Dog CC, Judge, Best Puppy
 

 and here are some posing out of the ring....

 Gordon Inglis and Annukka Paloheimo

Ray Waddington and Mike Hughes

Virginia Barwell, Hilda Brewer ??

Bill McFadden and Jo Anne Mittelman

??    ??    ??

Sue Richmond

Lesley Kilcoyne  ??  ??

Ming Li

Ruta Towse still sporting  Ryanair colours...

Elaine Berwick

Silly Billy Moffat with Charlie judge Brian Rix with Caroline Gurtner

Sue Brooks has the right idea. Crufts is hard on the poor feet.


??   ??

Amelia, grand daughter of Anne Blackburn, doing a great job to place 2nd in Mid Limit

?? ?? ??

Julie Carmichael


Margaret Newton and Ann Stocks

Melissa Phillips...our very successful YKC ambassador

coming up next

with the judging over...it was time to relax.... whether to celebrate
or drown the sorrows!

watch this space....

After the close of judging we celebrated with Champagne, cheese and nibbles provided by Fabienne and Dom Auquiert (breeders of new Ch Gamble des Contemplations) and Guillaume Tytgat and Aurelien Charlet who had travelled from France. It had been a great day and a perfect ending where we could relax with friends and have a laugh. These Champagne receptions are becoming a habit that no one minds! Santé 

Eventually we were all singing Frere Jacques, Au Clair de la Lune and even the Singing Nun version of Dominique...

Domenico Martelotta and Guillaume Tytget

Annette Jones, Veronica Hull, Ginger Harrison, Mark Smith

Cesar Cortes, Sheila Hindle, Brian Rix


Rick Aldous

 Marie Hemelot, Jean Claud Metans and ??

Joy McInnes and her hubby and Sandra Moger

Laura Davies and Aurelien Charlet

Fabienne Auquiert, Patrice and Alix Jauffret, Sheena Maclaine, Michael Levy

Bill Moffat's daughter Melanie

Kluas Vorderstrasse, Norma and Cesar Cortes

 Aum, Dom and Fabienne Auquiert, Mark Sedgwick and Michael Levy

me and Mrs Jones....(aplogies to Annette for dismantling her sign!)

Fabienne, Norma, Guillaume, Aurelien, Rob Sansom

Rob, don't let go those braces.....or ouch!!

Norma and Domenico




Mark Sedgwick and Rosemary Eustace......byebye Crufts 2014....

roll on 2015!

After the hectic week of the Club show and Crufts, it is pretty much business as usual as Chatterbox gets back to normal...please continue to send your Cavalier connected items.... 

So sorry to report that Barbara Stanley famous for her successful Astraddle Cavaliers, passed away last week. She made up 5 UK Champions amongst whom were Astraddle Fame n Fortune, Astraddle Innue n Does, Astraddle Edinglen Caravino. Well respected as a breeder and Championship show judge she was known for her straight talking and frankness. She willingly gave her honest opinions and was always willing to help novices and share her vast experience. Characters in the breed, like Barbara, are always sorely missed. The Funeral will take place on Monday 31st March at 1.30pm at Stafford Crematorium, close to Stafford Agricultural Showground.

Our condolences to Barbara's close friends and family.

Elaine Dempster sends greetings from Michigan, USA where in parts of the state they have had over 3 metres of snow. Spring hasn't sprung yet! Here's one of Elaine's dogs, 'Crissy', modelling her new earrings. 

 HOW "ART" THOU?

A  Tricolour micromosaic brooch.....mid 19^th century

 circa 1860 

TOY SPANIEL EXHIBITION....

Tina and Dennis Homes (Leogem) have been doing a lot of work in helping Dr Andreas Schemel organise the Toy Spaniel Art Exhibition

BEST TOY BREED BOOTH AT CRUFTS 

Every year in March, the Midland Cavalier Clubhave the honour of representing the breed on the Discover Dogs stand at Crufts. The splendid art work is by Eleanor Mancey and the event is organised by Mary Rees and manned by willing members of the Midland Club. It is a fantastic opportunity to show the general public and potential cavalier owners how loving, gentle and beautiful our breed is and gives them the chance to get close to the dogs and ask any questions they may have. Loads of people put so much effort into this worthy cause and it is fabulous that they heaped a smashing reward

Damian Lewis stopped by the booth and lucky Elaine Howard was able to get up close and personal. Damian plays Marine Nicolas Brody in the TV series "Homeland".Well done to the Midland Club

 POPPY TAKES THE PLUNGE

Lyme Regis Coastguards have urged dog walkers to keep their pets on leads when walking near cliff edges. The warning comes after the team were called to rescue a Cavalier that had plunged 50 metres off a cliff at Cains Folly in Charmouth. West Dorset. "Poppy" was being walked by its owner who was visiting the area on holiday when it ran off chasing a rabbit and fell off the cliff into a steep gulley below. Following the fall, the owner called the coastguards to rescue the dog, which involved abseiling down the cliff face to collect the dog and the owner’s actions have been praised by the coastguard, as they also urged members of the public not to try and rescue the dogs themselves.

“In this case, the owner kept very calm and did the right thing in calling the coastguards rather than trying to rescue his dog himself. We urge all dog walkers to keep dogs on the leads at all times.We want them to enjoy our beautiful countryside but we want them to keep them and their dogs safe. If there is an accident and the dog does fall, they should stand back, call the coastguard and don’t try and rescue the dog themselves.”

"Poppy" escaped the fall with only minor cuts.

 Fabienne and Dominque Auquiert from Toulouse have won 2013 Top Cavalier Breeders in France....well done

 SOME WINNERS At WESTMINSTER, PROGRESSIVE AND MEADOWLANDS SHOWS....new york city

SELECT DOGat Westminster was BISS Gr Ch FLEET STREET BET ME AT ROSEBRIAR. "Gambler" is owned by Wendy Stang from Oregon  shown by Burk Hughes and bred by Hank & Carol Williams.

....16th March 2014

DIANE FRY...LEGENDARY BREEDER OF CAVALIERS, KING CHARLES AND JAPANESE CHINS

Diane Fry (AMANTRA) one of the greats in our breed passed away yesterday morning , 24th March 2014. Truly a sad day for not only Di's family but for the whole of the Cavalier Community worldwide. Our condolences on this dark day to all her family but especially to Pepe, and her daughters Tracy, Amanda and Marianna and the grand children of whom she was so obviously proud. There will be many, many tributes from across the globe in the weeks ahead and I am happy to display these here on ChatterBox www.cavaliers.co.uk If anyone feels they would like to express their feelings and pay respect, please email your message to me ncraigowl@btinternet.com  or private message me, Norma Inglis, on Facebook, and these can be displayed. Many may not have known Diane personally but the Amantra affix appears for generations in so many pedigrees and continues to have success today not only in Cavaliers but also in King Charles and Japanese Chins where Diane and Tracy showed time and time again their expertise as breeders and exhibitors. Anyone with a love of Cavaliers has reason to feel this loss and we owe her our gratitude for her ability to breed such beautiful dogs, sound both in mind and body. In time, hopefully her family may get comfort from these tributes and appreciate all our sentiments.

Sometimes a few words of condolences doesn't always cover the depth of association and feelings involved, and a more detailed tribute is merited. There are many who may want to post a longer, more personal piece about their individual involvement with Diane and the Amantras and these are welcomed. Di's own contribution to the breed assisted so many on their own journey in Cavaliers and if anyone would like to either acknowledge this or say a bit more, please feel free to do so and I will display it here.

ONE OF OUR FINEST....

and the tributes are flooding in...please keep checking back....

 UK

Condolences to Di Fry's family and friends. One of the great and consistent breeders in the history of Cavaliers. A loss for us all. Sue Brooks

Rip. Diane ... A beautiful soul Emma Nishigaki 

Di Fry was not only a top breeder of CKCS, Charlie's, and Chins, which she bred many champions in these three breeds, she was a very helpful lady who gave her time to help others new to the breeds. All the years of knowing her I can honestly say I never saw her without her makeup on, her hair done and always dressed immaculately. You will be sadly missed in the world of dogs and dog showing. RIP beautiful lady....Di   Pauline Roberts

A true Lady, friend, mentor, who was always there to advise, feed and water, help and love. I will miss her wit and dedication to all breeds and will neved be able to replace the knowledge she willingly shared. Passed but will certainly never be forgotten.Sue Leach

Such a lovely lady my deepest sympathy to her family.Ellen Renaud

What a lovely lady she was, definitely a legend in the Cavalier world, then later in Charlies and Chins, she was a very elegant lady and always well turned out! As were her dogs. She will be sadly missed. R.I.P. Di, a very special lady! Janet Walsh Xxx

Very sad to hear this news  Catherine Easy x

 A very beautiful lady always so well turned out, never a hair out of place, deepest sympathies to her family. Jacqueline Young

 Lovely person, always a nice word to share, some superb specimens of her breeds along with her glamour was always a joy to watch. Thoughts to all family friends and loved one R.I.P. another all time great. Karlynne Sellstrome

Thinking of all the family at this sad time, our thoughts are with you all, sending lots of love to you xxx Embeth CKCS

Condolences to her family at this sad time, June Hazeltine

Dear Tracy, we are so sorry to read the devastating news about your lovely mum passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time. Hazel and Eddie xx

Tracy we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your lovely mum.. Our thoughts are with you and all your family..love Michelle  and Tanya x

So sorry to hear the awful news...Thinking of you all x Lisa Gamble

A beautiful lady, always so glamourous, taken too soon. I will always remember you with your beautiful smile and sense of humour, and willingness to freely help others. Sleep well dearest Di, we will miss you.Linda (Flynn) xx

Thinking of you and your family Tracy xxx Jo Lewis

The Dog Show World will be a sadder place without You Di! But.....we all have so many lovely and happy Memories of you which will stay with us Forever! I know how proud you were of your Beautiful Family and now we are all thinking of them with Love and Affection! Xxxx Rosemary Eustace

Rest in peace Di, a true lady who will be greatly missed, my sincere thoughts are with your lovely family at this very sad time.Dorothy Bailey

So sorry to hear the sad news this afternoon. The Dog World has lost yet another talented breeder, much too early. Di has left a legacy in all three breeds she was involved with and will be remembered for years to come, not only because of this but more importantly through her wonderful family who I am sure will continue as she would have wished. Proud to have known her, pleased I was able to speak with her from the ring at Crufts where she looked elegant as ever, studying her beloved King Charles from the ringside. To Tracy and all the family our thoughts are with you, Pauline & Ian xx

So sorry to hear the news of Di's passing. The dog world has lost another true great. RIP free from pain Di.Alison Walker

A lovely stunning lady whom we'll all miss. I had such respect for one of our breeds greatests. Our heart goes out to Di's family at this unbearable time. RIP Michael Levy

My condolences to Tracy and the rest of the family, she was a lovely lady! R.I.P. Sue Greensmith

A lovely and courageous lady, my deepest sympathies. Mary Cunningham

 A very sad day indeed sincere condolences to all the family, know how many people loved her. X Rhonda Banks

You will so sadly missed a truly GREAT lady, beautiful in looks and spirit always willing to share her knowledge and wisdom with anyone who asked. She gave me my own personal hands on seminar two years ago when I went to use one of her Cavaliers at stud as I was judging King Charles and Jap Chins later in the year. Gone yes, but never forgotten. Bridgette Evans

A very sad loss to the Dog World and even more to her loving family. A true lady and talented breeder.Sandra Ireland

 Sad news indeed, although peace at last, free from such a disabilitating disease. My thoughts are with Pepe, Amanda, Tracy, Marianna and the family on their loss. I always found Di very pleasant and warm and really enjoyed the welcome and hospitality in her home. RIP now Di x Ellie Mordecai

Very sad Mark Gilbert

Deepest heartfelt condolences to the entire family circle; Di was to have judged our Champ Show in May this year. Janet Patrick

So sad to hear of Di passing ,such a lovely lady ,a great breeder of not just cavaliers ,but fab King Charles and chins ,always had the time of day to chat ,such a glam lady always looked stunning ,loved her family , she will be so missed in the cavalier world ,kept her charm and dignity to the end . RIP Di  Mark Sedgwick

My condolences to Tracy and all the family .A very gracious lady .Cath Deddis

So very sad x Barbara Hilditch

A very sad day. Di was a beautiful lady and bred beautiful dogs. She was a legend, she is a legend and she will always remain a legend. Sadly missed but will never be forgotten. Paula Higgins Xxx

 Such very sad news, the passing of a lovely lady, always there to offer help and new owners. Our first Cavalier (Scrumpy) was sired by an Amantra dog (Dicky Mint). Condolences to Tracy and the rest of the family. Tony & Alice Scanlon and the Brantwoods

Such a great loss to the dog world. my condolences to all her family and friends. Sheila Wilkinson

Thinking of you and your family Tracy, please accept our heartfelt condolences, xxx Andrew & Catherine Rhodes

With our sincere condolences to Di's family and our grateful thanks. RIP, Peter and Lawrence (Petlaw) living in Thailand

SOUTHERN IRELAND

So sorry to hear of the passing of Di this morning, a great lady & always so lovely to be in her company. A great breeder of Cavaliers, Charlies & Chins and wherever the breeds are discussed the 'Amantra' affix is always mentioned. My sincere condolences to her family at this most trying of times. Evan Ryan

CANADA

Our deepest condolences to Di's family. We were shocked to read of her passing. Oh what she has done with her life and so sad to think that her story is over. The Amantra name will live on in pedigrees for many many generations. Her contribution to the world of Cavaliers and Chins was a brilliant light for many who followed and chose to use her dogs. The name Amantra and Di Fry will always and forever be tied.Leah Swatko and Elaine Mitchell

 So sad. Sherry Daigle

I never had the opportunity of meeting Di Fry in person, but her contribution to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is immense.  There are many a pedigree based on the strong and beautiful foundation of Amantra.  A huge loss to the Cavalier, King Charles and Japanese Chin Fanciers of the world.  My sincere condolences to her family.Bonnie Sands

USA

I did not know Di, but her contribution to the Cavalier world was renowned. The dog community will miss her greatly Sheryl Skidmore 

Norma, your tribute was lovely and expressed the feelings of so many of us. I am so very sorry. Phyllis Lasser

RIP..........you truly left your mark in our breed.
So many noteworthy Amantra dogs in the pedigrees of our early Cavaliers. Jo Anne Mittelman

Such a talented breeder... and always looking glamorous. RIP Di. Alan Reznik

So sad another wonderful lady breeder will be missed.Lauren Nikaci

She was indeed a lovely woman and will be missed.Mary Ellen Arthur

She had a great sense of humor too and as you can tell was a beautiful woman Gwendolyne Wells

What a lovely, gracious lady she was, she will be sorely missed.Linda Kornhi

So sorry to hear of her passing.Judy Bruer-Cooper

So sorry to hear about this. David Kirkland

 What vibrant woman, such sadness Kimberly Hess

So sorry to hear of Di's passing . I visited her kennel just once many years ago. RIP Di. Anne Eckersley

Such a terribly sad day to read of the loss of Di Fry of the great English kennel, Amantra. Di was an extremely talented breeder, a lady for whom I had great admiration, respect and fondness. Roy and I send much sympathy to her family. Barbara Garnett Wilson

I'm so sorry to hear of Di's passing. My condolences to Di's husband, Tracy, and the rest of Di's family. Another great one gone.Lana Adair

As I opened my chatterbox this week to keep up with current events from
around the world, I was in total shock when I read about the  passing of Di
Fry from  Amantra Kennels. Even though I no longer breed cavaliers they will always be part of our family and I will never forget the wonderful years I had breeding and showing cavaliers and learning from the best cavalier breeders in the UK. My first trip to the UK was met with wonderful hospitality from Di Fry and daughter, Tracy of Amantra Kennels where they welcomed me into their home for 5 days and nights of my trip . What a wonderful time I had with such a beautiful family and the first of many more trips to England. My condolences go out to Tracy and her family at this sad time. RIP beautiful lady........ Cheryl Lorditch  

How sad to hear of her passing. I was thinking a few months ago that at least the breed still has Diane Fry, who was renowned for her Cavaliers back in the 1980s (and to the present day). She looked so lovely in recent photos, this is unbelievable. Sally Minetree

 So sorry to hear this, sad news. I always admired Di Fry and her beautiful Amantras. It is a befitting blessing that she passed to the other side peacefully in her sleep. May God be with her family and friends and help them through this time of sorrow.Susan Van Luchene

Very sad new indeed Alison Matos

God bless MaryKate Moulton

Such a loss. Know you will be missed.Linda McCarver

Just looking through the 1987 UK Cavalier yearbook. My eye stopped on a beautiful Amantra dog named Nice One Cyril. I know there are many others. What a fantastic breeder and judge. Her lines permeate the pedigrees of many good dogs today. A big loss for the Cavalier community! Dorothy Fry

So sad. Such a beautiful and talented women. She was one of the "greats". Francine DiTommaso Hellman

So sorry to hear this. My daughters visited her and her wonderful dogs in 80's . I met her when she judged National. She looked so good, beautiful and young and appeared happy and healthy. Sad. Bless her and her family of dogs. Marlene Anderson

ITALY

This wonderful breed is reared with love and passion for special and tenacious women. Amantra will remain in the memory of all because it is part of us, the breeding history of this breed. A special memory from Italy and an emotional farewell to Mrs. Diane Fry who is now back with him his knight on the bridge of the rainbow, happy to have her back with them forever. So as to remain always in us his sweet memory...Amy Breeze

R.I.P Di...you will be greatly missed !! Gaynor Davis xxxx

I'm so sorry RIP Diane   Simona Belloni

AUSTRALIA

Sad to see this message on the passing of Di...my first Cavaliers in the UK came from the Amantra kennels....another lovely lady lost Di Wyness

Very sad news indeed, Di always looked lovely even when she was so unwell.  Condolences to Tracy, Marianna and her family.Diana Felton

NEW ZEALAND

I am so sad to hear this news about Diane ... she stayed, along with her husband, with Ian and I in 1991 and we still had the lovely Amantra Kings Rhapsody who was 13 at the time, whom she was delighted to see again.Then I watched her judge at Blenheim with Jeanie ... she looked as young and beautiful as ever ... Molly, Sheelagh & now Diane .. how life has changed in such a short period of time. Diane was one of those clever and dedicated breeders from the 70's & 80's whose contribution to Cavaliers, King Charles & Japanese Chins is incalculable.My very sincere condolences to her husband, Tracy & family and her friends. Anne Dobie

A beautiful lady who I was fortunate to meet deepest sympathy to the family. Janet Collie

Deepest sympathy Tracy and your family on the loss of your dearly loved Mother Dianne Tyssen

Very sad to hear met this lady only on a couple of occasions and she was simply lovely. My thoughts are with her family and close friends. Kaye Finlayson

So sad, a great woman, a great breeder - her legacy lives on in the blood lines of cavaliers throughout the world, Lisa Manettas Zachary

 SWEDEN

So sad for the loss....Hazelcoat's Cavaliers

FRANCE

A great lady left the world of ckc, charly and chin..Roger Madec

GERMANY

 

 

 Very sad news Cavalierozekydom Ozekydom

A SAD TIME....HAPPY MEMORIES AND GRATEFUL THANKS.....new tributes will be added as they come in....

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing, peacefully in her sleep, of Di Fry on Monday last, writes Andrew Brace. Thus we have lost another of the truly great breeders.I had known Di for more than forty years since she first established her Amantra kennel, named as a tribute to her two older daughters Amanda and Tracy, when we were young exhibitors on the Toy circuit in Wales and the West. Di’s kennel was first successful in Cavaliers and later King Charles and Japanese Chins. She was an instinctively gifted breeder, being smart enough to build her lines on the best available foundation stock, and always being mindful of the need to combine breed type with soundness. As one would expect of someone who was herself the height of chic and glamour, the Amantra dogs were always put into the ring in immaculate condition, perfectly presented and handled. She produced many Champions in all three breeds and was one of those rare and giving breeders who was prepared to let top quality stock go to other exhibitors when she was certain of their enthusiasm and commitment.
I vividly recall my first Championship show appointment at Southern Counties when I awarded a first CC to the beautiful tricolour bitch, Amantra Bohemian Image, a daughter of Ch Bohemian Rhapsody. She went on to win many more and it is hard to believe that this was actually 33 years ago. Di was a people-person. She was very family orientated and made friends easily. A gracious and generous host, there were many jolly parties held at Banwell where Di was totally unflappable and enjoyed entertaining her many friends. Furthermore as time went on and Amantra had become one of the leading kennels in her breeds, Di was always happy to share her knowledge with new or young enthusiasts and since her passing many have referred to her as being their mentor. Naturally bubbly and effervescent in personality, Di was always fun to be around and had a wicked sense of humour. Furthermore, whatever the circumstances she was never less than immaculately groomed and tastefully dressed. I recall many years ago driving together with Di when my car broke down. We had to wait some two hours for assistance and I swear all that time was spent with Di carefully back-combing her hair and checking her makeup! When she had the honour of judging BIS at the UK Toydog show last year friends were concerned that she appeared to be unwell and soon after it became known that she had been diagnosed with the debilitating and incurable motor neurone disease which came as a huge shock to all who loved her. With typical Di determination, she insisted on continuing to come to dog shows and even though wheelchair-bound she was still the same glamorous Di. Even when she had lost the power of speech, she continued to chat with friends via a pen and notepad; her courage was both humbling and inspiring. With the advent of FACEBOOK Di was able to communicate with her many friends around the world and she enjoyed being able to do so. Many appreciated the fact that they could stay in touch with someone they both liked and respected.  Di will be missed dreadfully and we can only imagine the hurt being felt by her devoted husband Pepe, her daughters Mandy, Tracy and Marianna and her ten grandchildren. We send them all our deepest condolences...ANDREW BRACE

To my Second Mother, I will miss you so much, your help and support was always unconditional. To my second family, my love goes out to you all at this very sad time, I am here if you need me at any time of day or night I will be there like a shot. Mea Kendall

"Today when I heard the saddest possible news, I couldn’t help reflecting on the change Di Fry made to my life over 30 years ago. My search for another show quality Cavalier to join our young family and established show girl, began in 1978, but first I had to find the right breeder and that search eventually brought me to the door of Di Fry. I had watched and admired the Amantra Cavaliers for a couple of years, and then ‘once approved’ I patiently sat on Di’s waiting list until she had the right puppy for me. I’ve always been grateful for the trust Di put in me, and the quality this clever breeder graciously shared with me, a mere novice exhibitor. 34 years later, every Cavalier in my home goes back to my beloved, “Amantra Boogie Wonderland of Telvara JW,’ who proved to be a fun girl to show, and more importantly a wonderful foundation for my bloodline. My admiration for Di has strengthened even more over the years, not only for her huge achievements in several breeds, and her expertise as an international judge, but also for the radiant touch of glamour she brought to our hobby, with never a hair out of place and the smartest outfits adorning her petite frame. Di’s style, sense of humour, and lovely smile will be so missed by so many....her bravery throughout this tragic time of illness has been simply awe inspiring, and to Pepe, Tracy, Amanda and  Marianna and all the family who Di clearly adored, I offer my sincere condolences on your painful and untimely loss. RIP Di..... you were one of a kind, and I will miss you." VERONICA HULL (TELVARA UK)

This is indeed very sad news. We spoke briefly to her at Manchester and at the Cavalier Club show but she was unable to talk and just smiled and gestured. Yet even in such a poor state of health she still looked smart with her hair neatly styled. If there is one word that summed up Di it was the word ELEGANT. She was always immaculately dressed whether judging or showing and her strong sense of style also applied to her dogs as they were always groomed and presented to perfection. She was the judge at the second show that we ever entered; the Eastern Counties CKCS open show in September 1980. Her top winning dogs at that time were Ch Amantra Anchors Away, Ch Amantra Bohemian Rhapsody, Ch Amantra Bohemian Image and Ch Amantra Roxy Music. We were so in awe of her line. Over the years she has bred some outstanding dogs in Cavaliers, Charlies and Chins. A lovely lady who will be sorely missed. Our thoughts go out to her family. DENNIS & TINA HOMES  (LEOGEM UK)

So very sad to hear that Di has left us . Her bravery during the last , so very difficult , months have touched us all. Her loving daughters and friends helped her to keep her flag flying , to look as good as she always did , to show real pleasure when she saw her old friends .we had lunch with Di and Tracy on her Best in Show appointment at UKTOY and we thought we would see her for many years to come , in spite of that severe illness .
After 40 years of friendship , her daughters know how we feel for them . They will comfort each other , and Dis adored grandchildren ........and of course , her handsome Pepe. DI and CARL JOHNSON send loving respects to you all . In sadness xx

Such sad news, I have known Di and Tracy for 40+ years and Di has always looked the same, beautiful, immaculate and with a smile on her face and a hello to everyone. Her beautiful kennel of dogs, with champions in every breed show what a successful breeder she was. A big hug to you as well Mea, I know you have been there for the girls beyond the call of duty. To Tracy and all her family my sincere condolences x Elaine Berwick

I am so sorry to hear of this great loss to the Cavalier world. Di was such a marvelous person and certainly left her imprint on pretty much all Cavaliers today.  My mother, the late Olive Darbyshire of Mingchen Cavaliers first imported to Canada, Amantra Pinball Wizard back in the 70's.  This wonderful dog was the foundation of our start to the Cavalier.  We were very fortunate to have imported several Amantra dogs since; the last being in 1990 Amantra Disco To Go.  I give Amantra and Di Fry the credit for our success with Cavaliers then and still to this day. My condolences go to the Fry family.Louise Pearce

 I first met Di at the West of England Open Show in 1972. At the time, she was the Secretary and made me feel very welcome. We have remained friends ever since. She was a talented breeder and, over the years, bred some lovely Cavaliers.  She will be greatly missed. Condolences to her family, they will miss her dreadfully. Judy Wright.

FUNERAL DETAILS
Di’s funeral will be held at St Andrews Church, Banwell, North Somerset BS29 6EA on Friday 4th April at 10.30 am.Followed by a burial (family only). Family flowers only, donations to MND.

All are then invited back to Tarantella’s Restaurant 29-31 St James St, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1ST (Phone: 01934 620701).

Please note that Banwell is a small village and it is recommended that you do not attempt to park at the Church. There is free parking in the Village car park on the main road (5 mins walk to church.) Also at Banwell Football Club, Riverside, Banwell. (5 mins walk) BS29 6EE. which is just past the church.

Tracy would appreciate an idea of numbers for catering so could anyone attending please let Pat Milton know on email milton934@btinternet.com

HOW "ART" THOU?

Rarely seen....English mid 19^th century approximately 7 x 7 ½ inches high

 "The Wishing Pool"  etching by the great English canine artist Herbert Thomas Dicksee RE, (1862 – 1942)  published  in 1904. It is approximately 18 x 26 inches. Dicksee was a dog lover often seen walking his Bloodhound. The Dandie Dinmont and Pugs in his etching were family dogs, as was the favourite Bull Terrier. The black French Bulldog, ’Shaver’, featured in his etchings was the only dog Dicksee ever entered for a dog show. At one show at Olympia, Dicksee walked the dog from Hampstead to the show venue to try to get weight off him before he went in the ring!

"Groupe Lévrier Et King Charles" by Pierre-Jules Mêne (1810-1879) . First cast after 1846, it is approximately 6 ¼ x 9 ¾ inches high.

 TOPS WITH TRACEY

Tracey Parsons (Emberlace)judged the Midland Cavalier Limited show on 22nd March 2014

(l-r) Best in Show - Carolus Don Ricco, Best Opposite - Lorankas Make a Wish with Embeth, Best Puppy - Daraste Now or Never, Best Veteran - Corbieanne Misty Storm.

Eleanor Mancey (r) being recognised by Mary Rees, Secretary of the Midland Club for all her hard work in achieving Best Toy dog Booth atCrufts 2014

MAY THE LUCK OF THE IRISH BE WITH YOU

 Tobey(Ch Craigowl Ryton X Sherah’s Miss Diora) a puppy bred by Joyce Crommettwho lives in Massachusetts, was featured on the cover of the local Pet Gazette for St Patrick’s Day.

A National Specialty Event is not just a dog show, it is an annual gathering of those interested in sustaining and improving the breed, addressing its health concerns, and keeping up-to-date on that latest information pertaining to the breed. The event  includes a health clinic, judge & health education seminars, social events, a Charitable Trust Banquet & Auction, Futurity and Sweeps, four days of Conformation competition, and  Rally, Obedience & Agility trials!  If you love this, you'll want to be a part of the ACKCSC National Specialty Event....April 21-24, 2014

This year's show will celebrate the past, present, and future of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Great judges, informative seminars, and many social events! Please save the dates  and plan to join us as we celebrate our Club's 20th Anniversary in 2014!

 

the founding 12 members from 1994.

Please save the dates  and plan to join us as we celebrate our Club's 20th Anniversary in 2014!

Please join me in sending hugs and best wishes to David "Gayhalo" Moger who is in hospital in Birmingham just now undergoing surgery. Hopefully, it will be a speedy journey to good health, David, we want you back amongst us real soon.

SOUTH PAWS

A couple of good reasons to attend the Southern Cavalier Club Ch show at Woking is that chocolate Easter eggs are on offer to all prize winners and you can win some tidy money in the Grand National (Horse race)

sweepstake organised by Mark Sedgwick!  Putting these added attractions aside, 193 Cavaliers gathered for the assessment by this year's judges Rob Dix (Beewye) doing dogs and Tony Allcock MBE(Sleepyhollow) doing bitches. Here are some photos of the day. ps I won £5 for my horse coming 4th in the race and Sally won an Easter egg!

Best Puppy, Best Dog/Best in Show, Best Bitch, Best Veteran

Whiteman and Wileman  aka  Jenny and Becky!

 Judge Tony Allcock MBE going over one of his entry

??   ??   Catherine and Andrew Rhodes

Sue Mangham and Maysel Vincent

Diane Searle ??

Laura Davies

 Marion Pipkin

Mitzi Morrison

John and Ann Hall

Stephen Goodwin and Sue Robinson

Brian, Steve Watts, Mary Forrester, Jane Cornelius

Michelle Chapman and Tanya Ireland

  and there was a celebration...

Helen Long (Arroline) was celebrating her 21st Birthday

 and suddenly the day got a whole lot better!

 Helen and her Mum Lorraine who made the yummy cupcakes

pictures of Helen on some of the cakes

 Ted Rogerson

Aum, Gordon Inglis, Rosemary Eustace,Mark Sedgwick, Helen, Michael Levy, Carol Jenkins, Jenny Wightman, Lorraine Long

Carol Jenkins, Michael Levy, Norma Inglis

Liz Latteck and Mikey

Michael Levy and Joyce Boardman
 

just have time to finish this tripe stick before the judge comes around again!

Anita Godwin, Liz King Smith and Aum

Girl power...

Best boy

The oldest Veteran, winning the £20 generously given by Jane Naylor (Du Nid Du Faisan) on behalf of the Cavalier Chat Forum, was Hilary Bartlett's Korolevsky Anna Akhmatovawho was 11 years old on 15th March 2014

 RIP RICK BEAUCHAMP

Well known American judge Richard (Rick) Beauchamp passed away a few days ago at his home.  Rick was a Charter Member of the American CKCS Club and co-owned several Cavaliers in the 1990’s.  As well as a judge held in high esteem, he was a writer and a big fan of our breed. I had the pleasure of judging with him in 2006 at the National /Cavaliers of Greater Atlanta Regional Specialty and enjoyed corresponding with him afterwards. He will be missed.

TOYDOG TRIUMPHFOR CAVALIERS

Aranel Colbywho won his 2nd CC at UKTOYDOG SHOW and went Best of Breed under N Inglis and M Shinnick also did well in Best in Show under judge Ann Ingram, when he took 4th place in hot competition.......

 and the evergreen Best VeteranCh Byermoor Queens Maid JWdid our breed proud too by gaining 3rd place in the Best in Show Veterans under Michael Quinney

 
and just before I go...

ANY SMALL CHANGE?

Described as "A Baroque Sculpture of a King Charles Spaniel". This can be yours for $160,000.00!

8th APRIL 2014

 FIRST AND FOREMOST

UKTOYDOG SHOW was a huge occasion for Elaine Williams (Sancana)who lives in Mid Glamorgan in Wales. Although she has owned Cavaliers for over 40 years and been involved in showing for 20 years, this was her first ever CC award. Congratulations, Elaine....onwards and upwards!

THE COMPETITION WAS KEEN

Sandra Moger (Charnell) travelled to Williamsburg, Virginia, USA to judge the 2014 PUPPY OF THE YEAR for the CKCS Club USA. The ultimate winner was Ch Kean Ultraviolet JW bred by Liz Keane from New Hampshire. Her Sire is Ch Chantismere Chandos of Valentyne and Dam is Castlekeep Paloma Olympia. Nice win Liz...

HOW "ART" THOU?

 with the HAMSHERE GALLERY

Early 20^th century dry-point etching (19 ½ x 25 ½ inches) by Richard Müller  (German, 1874-1954)

 
Rare and unusual needlework box / footstool (approximately 16 inches cubed), with 19^th needlepoint

 

Although only 17 years old, Melissa Phillips has achieved so much for one so young. Her Junior Handling skills have seen her compete and gain success time after time. For example she took Runner Up Junior Handler of the Year 2013 in the whole of the UK under judge Helena Hutchings and this year she was crowned Welsh Junior Handlerof the Year by judge Marina Scott. We are fortunate indeed to have such talent in our Cavalier midst.

winning Semi finals 2013 under Kirsty Miller

Marina Scott said

Melissa Phillips aged 17, a handler in her prime and so deserved this title. I still don’t think I have ever come across such a naturally happy handler who enjoys it so much without having to grin from cheek-to-cheek.  Cavaliers are not flashy breeds to handle but she MAKES it flashy without saying ‘look at me’. Its difficult to put my finger on exactly what makes her handling so good but I think it’s the overall calm, kind nature and excellent rapport she has with her dog plus carrying out patterns with ease and in the correct manner. Many congratulations on your second Welsh handling title. A pleasure to judge.

After winning Welsh Handler of the Year, Melissa was interviewed by 

Age, town and county where you live.I am 17 years old from Pontypridd, South Wales.

 Name of dog (pet and KC reg name), breed, and owner's name (any co-owners too)The dog that I handled was a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel called Maddie which we bred ourselves and her show name is Tillymist Sheez Innocence JW. She was our first show dog that we bred ourselves and has done us very proud in the ring. She is owned by myself and my mum Jayne.

 What sort of success have you had with this dog in breed?Maddie has done really well in the ring where she gained her Junior Warrant and Stud Book Number at the age of 16 months (our first JW too!) She qualified for Cavalier Puppy of the Year 2012 and Welsh Junior of the Year 2012 whilst still a puppy and we competed in the YKC Stakes Final at Crufts and took 3rd place against toy breeds older than herself! After a long break out of the show ring she came with us to do the Munster Circuit in Ireland and surprised us all by taking the Reserve Green Star at Tralee and was graded excellent at all 4 shows.   

 Do you own any other dogs and tell us about them? I own 6 other cavaliers and a Kooikerhondje.  Lilly is our very first cavalier who started the showing bug when we went to companion shows and she will be 10 years old, she was followed by Missee who is 8 and a half years old and is our foundation bitch to the Tillymist line. We have another stay at home cavalier called Lexii who is 4 years old and then we come to our second generation of Tillymist cavaliers who are Maddie (3 years) and her younger siblings Eevie, Frankie and Harry (all aged 20 months). In Cavaliers, Frankie and Eevie were both halfway to their Irish Junior champion title and are both qualified for Crufts and Welsh Junior of the Year 2014, Eevie also qualified for Cavalier Puppy of the Year 2013. Our veteran Missee has won four BVIS including two of these at club shows and also has her stud book number. Her granddaughter Maddie also has her stud book number and JW as well as being qualified for Cavalier Puppy of the Year 2013. Buddie my Kooikerhondje (Ir.CH Crunchcroft Mastermind). Last August, I made up my first champion being Buddie whilst on the Munster Circuit which was amazing especially since he is one of only 3 champions in the UK of his breed. He has exceeded all that I could have hoped for and has even allowed me to venture into the group at Windsor. He also qualified for Welsh Junior of the Year, Welsh Top Puppy and Welsh Top Dog where he was runner up in his category to the eventual winner and will also be competing in South Wales Open Show Dog of the Year in March this year,

What training clubs do you belong to?Unfortunately I do not belong to any training clubs due to both my parents working nights, however I occasionally go to Treharris Ring Craft if they aren’t working.

 How long have you been showing dogs and how did you get into it?I have been showing Cavaliers for 9 years and my Kooikerhondje for 3 years. I begun by showing my Cavalier Lilly in small companion shows where we did quite well in the novelty section! My parents and I were at a local leisure centre where we popped into a Cavalier club show. We were just watching when I was asked to stand a dog for someone who had to handle a bitch in the other ring, from there on we bought our first tri colour, Missee and we haven't stopped showing since! Missee is from the lady who asked me to stand the dog for her so I am really grateful for asking me to show for her.

 Are you at college/uni/gap year and explain what you are currently up to?I am currently in Year 12 studying for my AS levels. The subjects I have taken are Biology, Chemistry, and English (Literature/Language).

This is the second year you've one, when was the first and who was the judge? What was that like?I cannot believe that I have won the title for a second year, I was ready to hand over my title however to win it again is fantastic! My first time winning was last year with Maddie under well known handler Sarah Gibbons.  I was completely shocked when I won the 12-16 category as I haven’t been in the handling ring since November!

What has been your most memorable moment in your dog showing career so far? My most memorable moment has got to be winning Runner Up Handler of the Year 2013 at Earls Court in November handling Harry who at the time was 16 months old and hadn’t been in the ring since he was 6 months old - it was a dream come true. Other special moments include winning the Welsh Handler of the Year in 2013 and 2014 and the Semi Finals in 2008, 2012 and 2013. In the breed ring I have to say that campaigning Buddie to his Irish Champion title was amazing especially with all the problems he has overcome in the ring.

What would you like to achieve in the world of showing dogs?I have achieved so much these past few years so anything on top of these successes would be a bonus but I would love the opportunity to handle for a kennel abroad preferably a Cavalier kennel!  

Who has inspired you along the way?There is not one particular person but there have been a few good friends who have helped me along the way with advice and constant prompting to push me on further – these people would know who they are and for that I am forever grateful to them.

 What advice have you got to other juniors who perhaps are just starting out in the world of dogs?My main advice would be to get a strong bond with your dog it works wonders in the ring if you and your dog are both enjoying yourselves and have a natural rapport with each other. Remember to enjoy what you are doing and be polite and courteous towards both judges and other handlers. Enjoy your junior handling years as before you know it you are too old to compete so never give up!

Melissa sends many thanks to everyone who has supported her and allowed her to handle their dogs.

The Northern Club held it's AGM on Sunday 6th April at Pool in Yorkshire. This was followed by a scrumptious 3 course lunch, Roast Beef or Chicken  and trimmings and then Apple Crumble, Trifle and more, provided by Christine McFarlane and her crew. In the afternoon a Supermatch took place between the Cavaliers belonging to members who had qualified and at the last minute the mystery secret judge was revealed ....Sandra Mowatt (Asmena). It was a great day out and proved that the social and the competition side of showing can be fun.

Malcolm and Karen Sandlan

Chris Knight and Maureen Richardson

Pam Dawber, Angela Price, Val Hamill

Angela Price, Jill Sheard, Audrey Townsend

Brian Townsend

 Lorraine Sigsworth

John and Barbara Tranter with Allan Beattie and Ellen Loynd

 Joyce Hurst and Ellen Renaud

Allan Beattie and Christine Bell

 Norma, Ted Rogerson, Sue Leach and Maureen Scott

After manning the Club Stall valiantly for several years, Karen was passing it over and received a lovley floral gift for all her sterling work.

2013 Points Trophies

Chairman Lorraine Gillhespy presenting to the winners

 Diane Whitfield....Wholecolour Trophy

 Susan Wake ...Veteran Trophy

Alison Walker ....Top Dog

SUPERMATCH

a thank you to the judge

Malcolm Spark....capable ring steward

Paul Renaud


 

 Cherrill Deans

A couple of Carolus

and the final three

  

Rabymar Super Ted

  

Toscam McKayla

 Lochbuie Evettte at Peakdowns

and the ultimate winner of THE SUPERMATCH...Lochbuie Evette at Peakdowns






9TH APRIL 2014.....
East is East and West is West...next show is

HOW "ART" THOU?

 18^th Century French engraving of Madame Pompadour’s Spaniel. 10 ¼ x 11 ¾ inches.

   SOUTHERN CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL CLUB

WELCOME YOU TO A FUN DAY AND BARBEQUE

 SUNDAY MAY 25^TH 2014

 WORPLESDEN MEMORIAL HALPerry Hill, Worplesdon, Guildford. GU3

 JUDGING WILL START AT 12 NOON ...ENTRIES TAKEN IN THE RING....ALL BREEDS WELCOME

        ORDER OF JUDGING

1.      BABY PUPPY – UNDER 6 MONTHS

2.      PUPPIES - UP TO 12 MONTH

3.      OPEN – OVER 12 MONTHS

4.      PARADE OF RESCUE DOGS

5.      PRETTIEST BITCH

6.      MOST HANDSOME DOG

7.      THE SCHMAKO RACE (heats and final)

8.      VETERAN

9.      FANCY DRESS

10.    THE DOG THE JUDGE WOULD LIKE TO TAKE HOME

All are welcome and thank you for coming to support us. We hope you will all enjoy the day. The proceeds from the stalls will all go to Rescue and Welfare . The BBQ lunch is prepared and cooked by The Southern Committee. Proceeds from the Barbeque & Games will go to The Southern Health Fund.

HAPPY EASTER

Cavalier on a Goose Egg by Lynnelily USA....Google her work on www.ebsqart.com

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EAST ANGLIA

Linda Goodgame (Glynco) and Mark Smith (Aranel) judged at the Eastern Counties Cavalier show on 12th April at St Ives. Here are some candid photos from the day.....more Chocolate Easter eggs available at this show. thanks to Laura (Davies) for a couple of pilfered pics!

Lorraine Crozier, Dutch visitor Ria Kavelaars and a little friend

Judge Mark Smith

Veronica Hull and Doris Irvine age 95

Ring stewards Wendy Taylor and Tina Homes

  

Heart man..Clive Elwood MA VetMB, PhD CertSAC MRCVS DipACVIM DipECVIM-CA

Noah Tarabad....the look of concentration

time for a snooze

Shelley Betts

Klaus Vorderstrasse and Gordon Inglis

Elaine Burton., June Hazeltine, Becky Jamarillo

Dennis Homes and Lucy Koster

 You're not in Kansas anymore Alison.......!

 Alison Cracknell

Cheers! Sian Watts and Anne Hedger

Essex/Suffolk girls... Tanya, Michelle and Jenny

Andy Vella an Pam Lewis

Tom Boardman

Zippy travels in style

Blue is the colour...for Rob Sansom, Rick Aldous and Cesar Cortes

Sue Dawber and Carol Jenkins

Beth Rees

Linda Goodgame - Judge and Marisa Colavecchia-Fish

Diane Whitfield and Gordon Inglis

 

Anne Blackburn

Andy Vella....clearing up

 Doris enjoying her day out

Cesar takes time for a late lunch

The oldest Cavalier shown...11 year old Merrydon Black Petal. Owned by Shelley Betts who won £20 given by Liz Latteck

Gordon and Michael cut the cake

The cats who got the cream....Diane Searle and Norma

A NICKEL FOR YOUR THOUGHTS?

Elaine Mitchell and Barbara Magera are thrilled with their dogs' latest success....CKC,USA Gr Ch, CKCSC-USA Ch, Melrose Gold For Bonitos Companeros just finished his Canadian championship with 4 group 1sts and an All Breed BEST IN SHOW.  To their knowledge, "Nicholas" is the first Ruby to go BIS in Canada. Bonitos Companeros Eldorado also did well winning a Best Puppy in Group. Grateful thanks to BIS judge Guy Jeavons and Group judges Guy Jeavons, Mark Houston-McMillan, Elaine Whitney and Robert Whitney.

WHAT'S IT FOR?

We have had one of these for ages and never really knew for certain what it was...now I know

it was used to store dry tobacco...

SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES

NEW BOOK LAUNCH

Lesley at the launch

Cavalier owner Lesley Fraser lives in Edinburgh and has three Cavaliers that she shows. Cavalier Chronicles was launched at the National Library of Scotland. It’s her first book and deeply involved is Rufus, the Ruby. A book signing will take place at Pets at Home, Straiton Retail Park, on April 26. If you are not too far away why not go along and meet Lesly and her three Cavaliers.

some Cavalier supporters at the launch ..Lindsey Gow, Sarah Perry, Carol McKenzie, Estelle Dodds.

Join Rufus (Costara Rufus) and mistress, Lesley Fraser on their journey towards Crufts. Share their adventures as Rufus tells how he has trained her to perfection and of the fun he has with his brother Reuben (Costara Ruadh at Lyncraeg). "A delightful read about dog showing - from the dog's point of view!"

available on Amazon

THE BEST IN THE WEST

Photo of Mary Cunningham's (Verheyen) winners at the West of England Cavalier Open Show.

(l-r)Best Veteran - Carleeto Dixie Belle ShCM  Best in Show -Jordanic Milana, Best Opposite -Garlouchi Just Magic of Charnavale,Reserve Best in Show - Sorata Barley Wine SancanaJW, Best Puppy- Lisgarth Stereophonic

Everyone will be pleased to know that David Moger has left hospital and is now recuperating after his surgery and doing well. Good to know, David

..taking a busman's holiday starting early tomorrow...off to France to watch the French Cavalier Club show in Orleans...with over 400 Cavaliers entered it will be interesting to compare the French and UK Cavaliers......AU REVOIR!

18th APRIL 2014

 THEY LIGHT UP OUR LIVES

 Svena Nite Lite also known as 'Sophie' ....

 and this is her litter brother 'Robbie' ....Svena Dee Lite. 

These siblings celebrated their 15th birthday on 4th May 2014. Bred by Bridgette Evans. Sire - Picardy's Corbin and Dam-Svena High Lite.

TO THE EVERGREENS...A DOUBLE TOAST ...CHEERS TO SIBLING RIVALRY!

 IT'S A FIRST!

The American Cavalier Clubheld their National Specialty in Harrisburg PA. USA between 21-24 April 2014. A record number of 398 dogs attended making an entry of 559 plus 45 in Rally and 72 in Agility!

Judge Jeanie Montford's final choice for BEST IN SHOW was....

BISS AKC & CKCSC,USA CH Mileslip Licorice JWBred & Owned by Sheryl & Ash Skidmore. Seen here with Judge Jeanie and ACKCSC President, Patty Kanan. This is the first Wholecolour to win the ACKCSC National.  Way to go Sheryl!

RUBY, RUBY, RUBY, RUBY

Graham Kirkwood's ruby, Sorata I Am What I Am at Grajenco recently won the Toy Group at Ladies Kennel Association of Scotland. This was Scotland's first "double" Open Show when both LKA of Scotland and Falkirk Canine Society held their shows together at the same venue. The Clubs had entries of over 800 dogs each. "Ferret"also gained her final points for her Show Certificate of Merit (subject to KC confirmation). Nice one, Graham....

PRETTY THINGS

Artist Anton Bunches from the Moscow area does some fabulous art work on a pendant of shells.

THE GREAT GATSBY

The Cavalier and King Charles Spaniel French National Specialtywas held in Orleans on 20th April 2014.

The Cavalier judges were 

Wendy Lhote from France (wholecolour bitches)

Chantal Tranchant from France (wholecolour dogs)

Bertrand Dumont from France (tricolour bitches)

Marco Marabotto from Italy  (tricolour dogs)

Stephen Goodwin from UK (blenheim dogs)

Ted Eubank from USA (blenheim bitches)

Best in Show was Ch Great Gatsby des Contemplations owned and shown by Martine Tardivel and bred by Fabienne and Dominique Auquiert from Toulouse

The Northern Ireland Cavalier Club held it's Championship show at Ballyclare, a small town in Co Antrim, on 3rd May 2014. Dave Smith (Davanel)from Larbert in Scotland replaced the original judge Diane Fry (Amantra) who sadly died at the end of March 2014. It was also touching to see the late Geoffrey Porter's sister, Audrey there at this the first Club show since he passed away. A minute's silence was held in their memory as a sign of the esteem in which both were held. Geoffrey was a past Chairman, Secretary and long time Committee member and a Memorial Rose bowl in his name was presented by the Club for Best in Show.

Ballyclare

VENUE.....

Carol MacKenzie and Graham Kirkwood in the car waiting for show to open..

Barbara Hilditch

from over the water, Graham, Carol and Graham Murray

Kenny Stevenson

Ted Rogerson and Andy Vella

Kitty Conlon ...jigging??

Janet Patrick and Elspeth Glen

Ellen Renaud and Norma

Graham Kirkwood...loving the Black Watch Tartan waistcoat

Outgoing secretary Kay Finlay who has done sterling work for many years, receiving a thank you gift from Chairman Robert Lamont

some lovely oldies who popped in....sisters aged 10 and half

Ellen Renaud and Freddie

Iris Souter, Katie Sloan, Robert Lamont, Miyuki Kotani

Ted Rogerson and Miyuki Kotani

new Secretary Stephen Lyttle and the Ring Steward

Roberta Cooke and Cath Deddis manning the Rescue stall

Kitty Conlon, Heather Lamont and Geoffrey's sister Audrey

Paul Carpenter....have you lost someone?

Ellen Renaud, Linda Halbert and Anne Gibb Stuart

Andy Vella and Sheena MacLaine

Audrey and the GEOFFREY PORTER Memorial Rose Bowl

dog challenge

dog challenge

Bitch CC/Reserve Best in Show, Audrey, Dave Smith Judge , Dog CC/Best in Show

Agherton All That Jazz at Drumachose who won £20 for oldest Cavalier exhibited. Born 16th December 2001 bred by Stephen Lyttle and owned by Janet Patrick. The award, donated by Elspeth Glen, was made on behalf of the Cavalier Chat Forum

Best Puppy Bitch, Best Bitch, Reserve Best Bitch

Winner of Best Veteran in Show

Bitch CC winner....and new Champion

the apres show saw several exhibitors and committee members eat dinner at Barnaby's Restaurant.

 Sue and Colin Mangham, Ellen Renaud

 Robert Lamont, Sheena Maclaine, Dave Smith, Janet Patrick

Ivan Thompson, Barbara Hilditch, Elspeth Glen, Michael O'Shaunessy

Andy Vella, Norma, Heather Lamont

Janet Patrick, Sue Robinson, Kay Finlay

...all too soon it was time to leave the Emerald Isle and head home on the Ferry to Cairnryan

Sue Mangham and Ellen Renaud

Sue and Norma

Ellen Renaud and Colin Mangham

back on Scottish soil

see you next year, Ireland!

6th May 2014

NEEDLE FELTED CAVALIERS

I travelled to Stavanger in Norway on 9th May 2014 to judge Cavaliers and Toy breeds at the Norwegian Papillon and Phalene Club/Sor-Rogaland Brukshund Klubb.My appointed breeds were judged indoors which was lucky, considering some of the breeds outside endured heavy rain. The panel included judges from Latvia, Spain, Belgium, Portugal, Serbia, Croatia and Rumania. Here are some photos from inside the show and of the lovely countryside.

 Such natural beauty.

  Basking lambs

Left over from the Ice age

Linda and Isobel, my capable ring stewards

BEST OF BREED....Unni Olsen with new Nordic Champion MILETREE MELCHIOR....he also took 3rd in Group

BEST OPPOSITE....LIJESKOGENS JAMAICA PLUM with owner Anita Meling

"Jamaica Plum"

Best Puppyand PUPPY GROUP 3.....MAGIC CHARM'S FELICIANO

Best Junior and RCC Bitch...MASTER FAMOUS TIARA

RCC Dog....MASTER FAMOUS TYSON

Best Veteran Bitch...Ch Magic Charm's Juliet and Best Veteran Dog ...Ch Magic Charm's Tea Bag

 BEST PUPPY IN SHOW

THE WINDY CITY

Eddie Edwards (Delhaze)thoroughly enjoyed his judging at the Cavaliers of the Midwest Chicagoshow

Best In Show - Ch. Melrose Gold For Bonitos Companeros JW

 Reserve Best In Show -  Ch. Kean Ultraviolet JW

Reserve Winners Dog - Ch. Turretbank Magic Spell

Reserve Winners Bitch -  Brookhaven In The Garden JW

 DR WHO'S K9

 Jon Pertwee, a former Dr Who, with his Cavalier in 1979

DAVID DOES DOUBLE DOWN UNDER

When Cindy Huggins “Courtlore”  from the USA judged at the CKCSC of South Australia show, she ended up with father and daughter for top awards. Seen here with delighted owner David McCullough (Caribelle)

BEST IN SHOW....Ch Miletree Eclipse (Imp UK)

 BEST BITCH and RUNNER UP BEST IN SHOW ...Ch Caribelle Fairy Tale

  The photo competition for the 2015 Humberside Rescue calendar will be held as usual at their Championship show. The Annual Calendar that is put together by Lesley Kilcoyne, is very popular and eagerly awaited. The calendar is made up of the winning Cavalier photos submitted into a competition by members and all will be on display at the Humberside show on 8th June.  Anyone wishing to enter can post their photographs to Lesley Kilcoyne. 26 Murham Ave, Goole. East Yorkhire DN14 6PB or bring them along to the show.The price remains the same at 50p per photograph, so it is certainly worth having a go to help this cause.

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 ...AND THERE'S MORE.....

from the ACKCSC National

Ch. San-di's Holly By Galli, who was BEST OPPOSITE SEX (bred, owned and handled by Sandy Harrison

"Holly"

Judge David Frei seen here with his PUPPY SWEEPS WINNERNordic Hills Stormy Weather(10 months old)bred and owned by Kim and Jason Maret. “Etta” is a daughter of the National Best in Show winner CH Mileslip Licorice

 19th MAY 2014

 DOGS DINNER

Catherine and Andrew Rhodes' blenheim boy, Calonlan Will I Am has turned star of the small silver screen....he appears in the Sky Movies 2014 ident.
A take on Disney's Lady and the Tramp.

 
 Dennis and Tina Homes (Leogem) had a difficult start to their trip to Czech Republic where they judged at the two day show hosted by the Cavalier Klub Chec, Moravy a Slezska in Kutna Hora.

Dennis writes "We were judging Saturday and Sunday but booked our flight for Thursday evening so as to spend the Friday looking around the historic town of Kutna Hora. We only live a little over 30 minutes drive from Stansted, just three turn offs along the M11 from our home. So as to miss the evening rush hour we decided to leave home mid afternoon and arrive at Stansted really early and then have dinner in one of the airport restaurants. However shortly before we got on to the motorway there was an horrendous crash involving several cars and a horsebox. One of the cars caught fire and sadly two people were killed. The police closed the motorway and we were stuck there for several hours thus missing our flight. We managed to book another flight for the following day and did not arrive at our hotel in the Czech Republic until nearly 11 pm on the Friday evening and were due to commence judging the following morning at 9.15 am. Despite all the anguish we had a marvellous time judging the shows and the committee and fellow exhibitors were very friendly and we were shown great hospitality. I’ve attached some photographs"

BEST IN SHOW on the first day was a ruby dog Ian Daniel Minowara owned by Milan Jecny and bred by Radek Smejkal.

BEST IN SHOW on the second day was a blenheim bitch Nina Sunrise du Château Noblesse owned and bred by Tanja Schumann.

 

Jeanie Montford (Elvenhome) and Karen Paul (Leisureview) from Australia were on a Grand Tour in April and May which included the USA, UK and Sweden where on the 3rd May they judged Cavaliers at the Swedish Cavalier Club Show held in Eskilstuna. Here are some photos, from the show and the awards dinner, courtesy of Anna Kihlgren Ackenas,

  

 

 

 

 

INTERMEDIATE DOG....Charmdroppens Bow Bells

 

 

 BREEDER CLASS (PUPPIES)



Birgitta Persson


 Karen Paul


Lena Svelling Ekdahl

 Eva Zachrisson

 Eva Sundqvist and Kari Holmberg

...and after the show was dinner and dancing.....( to ABBA I wonder?)

 2013 Rosettes and Auction items

Karen, Jeanie and Jonathan McLellan share a glass of wine

The outgoing Chairman Kjell Hallgren (below right) presented the Annual Awards to.....

BEST STUD....Clopsville Baileysowned by Peter and Per (Vouges Cavaliers)

BEST B/T 2013 Ch. Amaibels Bobby won by Birgitta Persson

 Ch. Gentleline´s Cosmetic won BEST BITCH for Gun-Britt Kvart

Anna Kihlgren Ackenas winning BEST TRICOLOUR with My Exotic World Rhapsody In Black

Kari Sundqvist with her rosette for BEST VETERAN MALE....Ch. Longboys Ruby Rooster

BREEDERS OF THE YEAR 2013 .... "GENTLELINE'S"   Madelene MacLennan, Kjell Hallgren (former chairman), Jonathan MacLennan, Peter Fugelstad (the new chairman of Swedish CKCSC).

 TOP WINNING RUBY 2013  C.I.B FI CH FI V-12 KBH V-09 NORD UCH NORD V-10 SE V-09 Campanards Dream Rose Her breeder/owner Annika Renberg writes "Since we just had puppies, we did not get to the Cavalier Specialty show in Eskilstuna, but we got "Skrållans" rosette for 2013. She is now 7 years old and we have her first grandchilden here.  We are so proud of her.

a great night wining and dancing....and Kjell and Gun-Britt show us their moves on the dance floor!

THAT'S 'WHO' IT WAS!

The Cavalier who was with "Dr Who" star Jon Pertwee in last week's Chatterbox was bred by Bryan and Marilyn Claydon (Brymarden). Bryan writes " We were pleasantly surprised to see Jon Pertwee with his Cavalier 'Digby' on your Chatterbox. We bred 'Digby' and he could be seen from time to time on TV and in the National press. Barbara Palfree of the Blagreaves Cavaliers had put Jon on to us, knowing we had a litter. When Jon phoned he asked if we recognised his voice to which Marilyn replied "yes, its Doctor Who!" Jon was performing at Richmond, Yorkshire at the time and asked us if we could deliver the puppy to him. We had a lovely day, having lunch at his home and later going to see him in the show. Happy memories.

Bruno Castro from Monte Santa Maria Cavaliers in Portugal had a special day at the 86th Spanish Mandatory Point Show in Madrid, making up two new Spanish Champions and qualified them for Crufts 2015. He also had the honour of meeting Spanish Royalty 

 Gayhalo Roulette was BEST OF BREED

 Queen Sofia of Spain with Bruno and Bonitos Companeros Ete Petetewho was BEST OPPOSITE SEX

TREAT YOURSELF!

 18k gold plated Cavalier Cuff, available at Nieman Marcus. Also available in Gold

The Cavalier Club of NSW held their Championship Specialty show in Sydney on Easter Sunday.

Mathew Morse & Will Henderson were very proud that 2 of their homebred Black and Tan's, 18 month old boy Ch Matmor Thriller and 4 year old girl Ch Matmor La Boheme took out Best In Showand Runner Up Best In Showunder Kristy Lewis - Toy Specialist (Sailoz Papillons)

 

.......coming up SCOTTISHSHINDIG at HADDINGTON

3rd June 2014

BONNIE SCOTLAND ...part 1

The Scottish Cavalier Club held it's Summer Open show at Haddington in East Lothian and this year the judge was Jeff Hindle (Ellisiana) from Darlington. Around midday, we were entertained by strains of the bagpipes coming from just outside the Corn Exchange where the show was held. It was the start of a parade by the Haddington Pipe Band. Inside the hall it was just as entertaining with fab food, great chat and very generous minded exhibitors who clapped enthusiastically for all of Jeff's winners. A lovely show with a good atmosphere and refreshing sportsmanship.

enjoy being there through these photos from Norma and Frank Ballantine

 the main man....Judge Jeff Hindle

 Hon President Marie McFarlane with son Callum and daughter Kirstie

Shug Baillie 

Jeff with Ella Drennan

Iris Soutar

Eileen Gaskell...Hon Treasurer

Linda Bibby, Lindsay Gow, Dave Smith

John Gaskell


 Chairman - Dick Morrison

Janice Spark, Liz Smith (Hon Secretary) John Gaskell

Gladys Baillie...(Website and Puppy Register)

Pat Morris MRCVS

Elizabeth Cochrane, Frank BallantIne, Sheila Hindle, Carol McKenzie (Year Book Editor)  Brenda Turnbull

double trouble...Brian Cochrane (Show Manager) and Shug Baillie

Dave Smith selling Callum some winning raffle tickets!

Ted Rogerson

10 year old Angus still loves his toys

Lindsay Gow and Sarah Perry

Frank and Jean Ballantine

 tea for two...Joyce and Alan Beattie

Dick Morrison, Mr and Mrs Carling, Liz McInally

Katie Sloan

E Runciman  ??   Nancy Anderson

did you hear the one about.....

.....they obviously did

Norma and Allan Beattie

Sheila Hindle

Sue Levitt


..don't go away.....Jeff's winners coming next...

BONNIE SCOTLAND..... part 2

some of the winning cavaliers and their owners at the show... 

Mia who won the handling class with Willowheart' little Louie

 Winner of Open Bitch...Lochbuie Teazle at Lyncraeg

Open Dog winner....Sharvo Grand Parade

Merryoth Maeve...winner of the Vintage over 10 class

Lyncraeg Dream Angus...Veteran Dog winner

Selkies Heavenly Prince of Fyrnrose...Limit dog

Maibee Garibaldi...Post Grad dog

Tanglewood Lord of the Ring..Junior dog

 Turrertbank The Magician....Puppy dog winner

 Turretbank Silver Salver...Minor Puppy Dog class winner

there were 9 entered  in the special Vintage class ..ages ranging from 10 to 14 years..it was good to see

 MAIN WINNERS...

Alan Leitch handling BEST IN SHOW ....SELKIES HEAVENLY PRINCE AT FYRNROSE

BONITOS COMPANEROS CRYSTAL.....BEST BITCH/BEST OPPOSITE

TURRETBANK TOUCH OF GOLD.....RESERVE BEST DOG/RBEST IN SHOW

SHARVO DUCHESS OF ATHOLL...RESERVE BEST BITCH

 BEST PUPPY....RABYMAR SO BEWITCHED

BEST VETERAN IN SHOW...MERRYOTH MAEVE

 Best Veteran Bitch, Best Bitch, Reserve Best Bitch

Reserve Best Dog and Best Dog


Best in Show and Best Puppy in Show

   
...and the day wasn't over as Gladys and Shug Baillie opened up their home after the show....

Liz Smith, Brian Cochrane, Dick Morrison

Carol McKenzie, Eileen Gaskell

Jeff Hindle, Estelle Dodds

Sheila Hindle, Elizabeth Cochrane

Brian Cochrane and Tricky Dicky Morrison

Sheila Hindle, Norma and Dave Smith

Eileen Gaskell and Alan Leitch

Dave Smith....anyone offer a caption???

  
Liz McInally and John Gaskell

......haste ye back....






4TH JUNE 2014

The Humberside Cavalier Club is the youngest of the UK Cavalier Clubs and covers Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Humberside, Derbyshire and North Nottinghamshire. It's Champ show was held on 8th June 2014 at Newark and Notts Showground

and attracted 212 Cavaliers for judges Jill Sheard (Almondene) and Andrea Sedgbeer (Russmic)who were judging for the first time at this level. Steve's pictures of the class winners at most shows are as always on the show photos section of www.cavaliers.co.uk

This is a popular show as it is easy to get to and all the other amenities such as close parking, good lighting etc make it most attractive. It was a warm sunny day and the feel good factor was evident. The picnics and champagne bash helped, I am sure. Linda Flynn and the Humberside crew work really hard to make sure this show continues to be one of the most enjoyable in the Cavalier show calendar. Here are some fun pics of some of the exhibitors and dogs, courtesy of yours truly and Gunter Clerx from Belgium.

Diane Searle

from Sweden...Per Wallentin, Kari Sundqvist, Peter Gustafsson with Jean Salisbury

Cesar Cortes, Uno and Rosemary Eustace

Aum and Melissa Phillips

Lucy Koster and Marilyn Pipkin

 Barbara Maddy and Wilma

Sue Brooks and Marian Mynott

Gordon and Lisa Murray Banthorpe

from Belgium...Nathalie Vandenreyt and Gunter Clerx

Ted Rogerson

Janet Waller and Elaine Williams

Ruth Mochrie, Tina Homes and Steven Goodwin

 Diana Maclaine and ??

 Ruta Towse and Norma

 

Sue Smith and Ted


Catherine Rhodes and Wiiliam

Chairman/Show Manager/Tombola Attendant Extraordinaire!.... David Crossley and Rosemary Eustace

Peter Gustafsson, Norma and Hon Secretary, Linda Flynn

Melissa Evans...penny for them Melissa??

Sheila Wilkinson and Bruce

Marissa Colavecchia and friends

 revellers...the usual suspects!

Sue Sutcliffe
 

 Nathalie Vandenreyt and Norma

Ruta looking wicked!
 

 Ted Rogerson, Norma and Jean Salisbury

Jeff Hindle and Gordon Banthorpe

Tina Homes, Norma, Barbara Maddy and Cesar Cortes

 Ernie Tweddell, ??  Roxanne Hobbs, ??

hardworking secretary Linda Flynn

 Diane Searle and her 4 year old grandaughter Lillie

Booze buddies...Rosemary Eustace, Norma, Peter Gustafsson and Ruta Towse

 Nathalie Vandenreyt and Marissa Colavecchia and ??

Sarah Rees, Janet Waller, Jeanie Boyd, Sylvia Lymer

 Sue Robinson, Ann Stocks and Nathalie Vandenreyt

shhhh....Jeff Hindle  (he will kill me!) and Steve Mynott

Norma Bloice ??  Sue's daughter,  Sue and Colin Mangham

Chris Knight, Cherrill Deans with Lesley Kilcoyne and Diane Whitfield in background....our capable ring stewards

Norma Bloice and Anne Bayliss



.....winning the oldest Veteran shown in the day was Rippleoak River Dancer, bred by M Gumm and owned by Marilyn and Brian Claydon(Brymarden).Born on 11th December 2001 she will be 13 later this year. Rachel Surman kindly donated £20 on behalf of the Cavalier Chat Forum.



15th JUNE 2014

..next...BORDER UNION SHOW in the Scottish Borders, Down Under, Belgium and lots more including Rally Obedience with Cavaliers...dont go away!

HOW "ART" THOU?

mid 19^th century oil of Black and Tan Cavalier mother and puppy

BORDER UNION....bordering on perfection

Border Union All Breeds Championship show has the prettiest of settings....the Scottish border town of Kelso which is situated on the banks of the River Tweed at its junction with the Teviot.  Kelso is ideal for exploring the Borders, the Berwickshire Coast and North Northumberland. Described by Sir Walter Scott as 'The most beautiful if not the most romantic village in Scotland'. With a population of just over 6,000, it is protected to the north by the Lammermuir Hills and the Cheviots to the south and lies in one of the most fertile valleys in the country. Being within ten miles of the English border, past history dealt the town a very hard time during the Border Wars of the thirteenth to sixteenth centuries. Cavalier owners Kirstie McMurray (Assistant Chief Steward) and her mum Marie McFarlane (Vice President) have long connections with this show and together with the rest of the Committee do a great job keeping all the exhibitors, judges and spectators happy. Mandy Attwood (Clentview)judged dogs and bitches (all CC/RCC and class results on Steve's section of the site) and a new Champion was crowned, who did us proud in the Toy Group by being Runner Up. . Here are some Cavalier people having a good time.....

Dave Smith, Gordon Inglis, Lindsey Gow, Sarah Perry, Norma Bloice

Donny from Orkney...looking a bit like Robert de Nero

Alan Beattie

Ellen Renaud and Diane Whitfield

Norma and Gordon

Jenny Wightman, Chris Knight, Tanya Ireland, Michael Levy, Carol McKenzie

Carol White, Wendy Parker, Sue Mangham

Karen Cumberledge and hubby

all too much for Paul Renaud!

Chris Knight, Cherrill Deans, Lesley Kilcoyne, Roxanne Hobbs

Brian Claydon

Ian Gibb-Stuart and Karen Bacon

Ring Stewards

Christine Groundwater travelled all the way from Kirkwall in Orkney Islands

Marilyn Claydon, Lindsey Gow and Sarah Perry

Karen Bacon and a friend lounging in sun

Carol Jenkins, Louise Callaghan, Gordon Inglis, Jill Allitt

Dave "strike a pose" Smith

Mary and Mike Hughes

Ellen and her golden girl

Estelle Dodds and Jenny Wightman

Judge Mandy Attwood and Christine Bell

Lorraine Hughes and Sarah?

HER NAME IS LOLA...SHE IS A SHOWGIRL...

David McCullough and “Lola” aka Ch Caribelle Fairy Tale who went BEST IN SHOW at The Toy Dog Club of Victoria. Seen here with Rose Massey (Burleeds) who judged the breed and Sue Shrigley (Ghostwind) who did BIS.

HEART OF GOLD

This Cavalier charm hand made by Julian Esquivel and Ted Fees in Houston is detailed and 3-dimensional. Offered in genuine two tone 14k gold vermeil, guaranteed not to tarnish. It is also available in rose gold and white gold vermeil. Genuine stone eye accents are also available. It measures 1 inch wide x 1 inch high and is individually hand made when order isplaced. Also available in solid14k yellow and white gold......some more in the collection...

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 DUNEDIN DOWN UNDER

Two smashing Rubies from the 1980s

KINDRUM CARDINAL RED

CH SORATA FISSICAL

 

TALKING DOGS

Barbara Taylor and her Taybar Gang live on the Isle of Wight and have been competing in the

 Launched in 2010, Talking Dogs Rally® is the largest, most popular canine rally organisation in the UK. Based on Rally-Obedience, created by Charles Kramer in USA in 2000, this UK version brings fun, practical challenges to pet dogs and their owners. Starting with 200 points, and aiming to lose as few points as they can, teams perform user-friendly obedience-style exercises (stations) set out in a numbered course. TD Rally® is fun for all, welcoming handlers of all ages and abilities, and dogs both mongrel and pedigree. Uniquely, TD Rally® encourages teams to compete against their own previous scores rather than just against each other. With 93 different exercises, four levels of difficulty, eight different classes and an infinite combination of stations, Talking Dogs Rally® will keep you and your dog busy for years to come.

Jens and Dorte Elkjaerfrom Denmark writes:-

The Belgian Toy Club "PejaToySpa" held their clubshow on 1st of June where Peter Towse (Miletree) was invited to judge the breed (with exception of the baby and puppy classes which were judged by Mrs. P. H. Runderkamp). There were not only cavaliers entered but other toy breeds who had also organised club shows. It was a lovely day, with the most beautiful weather as summer really had hit Bonheiden in Belgium, the village in which the show was held. 

Preparations for the Toy Spaniel Art Exhibition at the Kennel Clubare going well writes Dennis Homes....

THE HAIR OF THE DOG


Cornelia Wendler-Igelhaut from Germany prepares a Cavalier prior to judging in the 3rd National and International Dog Grooming Championships held on June 14, 2014 in Erfurt, Germany. The event has drawn 32 competitors, with 52 dogs, from 5 countries and is taking place as part of the annual Erfurt dog breeders' show.




A member of the jury judges a Cavalier

JUDGE CHANGE

CORRECTION....