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 "MILES"....WHERE ARE YOU?...we are looking for you!

'Miles' is a 15 year old Cavalier who went missing in the Sandhill area of Rawmarsh, near Rotherham. South Yorkshire on 3rd February 2015 around lunch time. If anyone knows anything, or sees him please get in touch with Lisa 07540 626496.   He is out there somewhere.....let's get him found and home.

So sorry to learn that Mick Compston,husband of Caroline Gillies Compston (McGoogans) passed away in November. It was a difficult time for the family as they also said goodbye to Caroline's sister in December. Many will have met Mick when they lived in the South of England and their circle of Cavalier friends increased when they moved to the Scottish Borders several years ago. Caroline writes that Mick had been ill and confined to the house for the last couple of years. Our thoughts go out to Caroline and the family.

CHERRY ON THE TOP

Leskarpru Thisbe Cherryowned by Jane Timbers fromCarlisle has gained his Junior Warrant and Kennel Club Stud Book number. He is 17 months old by Maibee Picture Perfect out of Leskarpru Selene Cherry and bred by Karen and Les Cumberledge  

HOW "ART" THOU?

.....some of the work of George W Horlor (1849-1891) who was an English animal and sporting painter from Cheltenham. He specialised in painting animals and sporting subjects.

MANY HAPPY RETURNS, MARGARET

Margaret Workman (Costara)from Edinburgh celebrates her 93rd Birthday on 5th February 2015.This recent photo shows her with her beloved Ruby girl "Saffy". We hope  you have a wonderful day Margaret, surrounded by your family.

The Northern CKCS Club held an Open show near Leeds on 25th January 2015. The judge was Sue Mangham (Charnavale) with Louise Greenhalgh doing the Special Awards Classes. 42 exhibitors had entered 81 dogs making an entry of 130.
It was a great day out. The Committee work hard to make it enjoyable and I think it pays off. Super dogs, cheery people, sporting behaviour, adept judges and last but not least wonderful home made food!
BEST DOG/BEST IN SHOW...Carolus Don Ricco. JW SHCM
BEST BITCH'BEST OPPOSITE...Byermoor Princess.
RESERVE BEST DOG/RESERVE BEST IN SHOW.....Rabymar Super Ted. JW
RESERVE BEST BITCH....Bonitos Companeros Crystal at Craigowl. JW

BEST PUPPY.....Ellemich Infusion
BEST VETERAN....Peakdowns Penny Lane

  On Sunday 25^th January 2015, the CKCS Club of Tasmaniaheld their Specialty. Judging the entry of 54 was breed specialist Jeanie Montford (Elvenhome) over from New South Wales. Best in Show went to Lyn  Costello's Winaway Comic Genius, son of Ch Cobbets Cockney Rebel (Imp UK) and NZ/A Gr Ch Winaway Political Genius. Lynn on left of picture with her Blenheim boy and judge Jeanie.

BE IN THE GOOD BOOKS

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cavalier-Charles-Spaniel-Happy-Healthy/dp/0471748234

 DOUGES GALLERY

Judy Gates was born with a rare gift that allows her to capture the personalities and beauty of dogs, cats and other creatures with a paintbrush to create exquisite works of affordable art that are destined to become family heirlooms.

The East Providence, Rhode Island resident has also gained a notable reputation as a breeder of quality Cavaliers, some of which reside in South Coast homes, where they have brought much joy and happiness to their human families.

Judy, who attended the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, purchased her first purebred dog, a Great Pyrenees, in 1968 when her former husband was deployed in Vietnam.“I didn’t grow up with purebred dogs,” she begins, adding that one of her childhood pals was a collie-chow mix named Lady. The faithful family companion roused the artist’s great interest in Man’s Best Friend and opened the door to a new world filled with fun and adventure, many wonderful friendships, and a multitude of colorful ribbons and rosettes.The respected dog fancier recalls that she was introduced to the Great Pyrenees as a child when one of these large white working dogs visited her backyard one day and spent a few hours lounging on the lawn. Her father explained that the breed was employed by shepherds to guard flocks in the mountains that form a natural border between France and Spain. Judy never forgot that impressive dog, and searched for a puppy once her then-husband gave her the okay to purchase a canine to serve as a companion while was away serving in the military.“I didn’t like the first dog show I went to, but a year later I had a show dog,” she remembers, adding that she campaigned four of the massive dogs to their championships with the help of professional handlers.The dog fancier’s focus changed to the Cavalier in the early 80s, which resulted in the development of a limited breeding program. Now age 70, she exhibits mostly at Cavalier specialty shows and has owned 10 champions of this charming toy breed that was developed in England, where these friendly canines have served as beloved family companions for centuries.“Ideally, the Cavalier is a very loving, sweet-tempered dog that accepts everyone,” the respected breeder observes. “They always love their owner best, but they love everyone else second best.”. In 1981, Judy combined her passions for art and animals and created Dogues Gallery Original Artworks, where she sells hand painted pillows, slates, keepsake boxes, Christmas ornaments and other products. She paints both purebred and mixed-breed dogs, as well as cats.The unique collectibles are often offered as prizes at specialty dog shows and are treasured by exhibitors and dog and cat fanciers across the globe. One of her favorite pastimes is to stroll along area beaches in search of paperweight-sized rocks weathered by ocean waves. The artist paints each beach stone to resemble a puppy and is inspired by the shape of the rock to depict the animal either in a sleeping or alert pose.For more information about Dogues Gallery Original Artworks, visit the studio on Facebook or e-mail: jgates8@cox.net

Bereaveddog owner Aprilanne Bonar is on a mission in New Zealand to raise awareness about a poisonous type of berry that killed her much loved Cavalier, Malo. The karaka tree, aka New Zealand Laurel, is now in season (January to April) and its fruit contains strong toxic levels. Malo became unwell on January 23 and began vomiting and having fits and died less than two days later. The berries are a major food source for wood pigeons but the fresh kernels inside them contain the alkaloid karakin which is highly toxic to other animals. Signs of karaka poisoning include weakness, back leg paralysis and convulsions that can lead to death. Symptoms can often be delayed by 24 to 48 hours.

New Zealand Veterinary Association head of veterinary services Callum Irvine said karaka trees are endemic and widely spread across New Zealand. The berries' level of toxicity varies depending on the maturity of the tree and the climate. Berries from the previous year can remain just as toxic," he said. Unfortunately there is no antidote.

The Humberside Cavalier Club held their  2015 Open show on 1st February at Bircotes, near Doncaster in Yorkshire. Judge was John Hubbard (Popolulu)doing the main classes and Ann-Marie Cullen (Chlojade) judged the three Special Awards Classes (in memory of Jean and John Grant). There was a super entry of 119 overall. Enjoy some pictures from the show plenty to celebrate....Roxanne Hobbs and Phillipa Biddle had recently gained first time Junior Warrants with their dogs, Lesley Kilcoyne was thrilled to get a surprise cake and cards for her special 60th birthday and Sue Leech also had her birthday on the day (age witheld to protect the innocent!) . Even if you had nothing to celebrate you could join in and partake of the cake, wine, bubbles generously shared.
Winning in the ring were:_
BEST DOG/BEST IN SHOW ...BEAUDALE GEORGIE PORGY
BEST BITCH, BEST OPPOSITE/ RESERVE BEST IN SHOW...BONITOS COMPANEROS MOULIN ROUGE AT CRAIGOWL
BEST PUPPY...LEWHARLE IZZADORABLE FOR LYNMILY
BEST VETERAN/RESERVE BEST BITCH....WYNNCLIFF LADY KARLY OF BEACONSFYLDE
RESERVE BEST DOG....GARLOUCHI JUST MAGIC OF CHARNAVALE
RESERVE BEST PUPPY.....BELLFLOWS THE GENTLEMAN

Judge John Hubbard

Judge Ann Marie Cullen

BEST DOG/BEST IN SHOW

BEST BITCH/RESERVE BEST IN SHOW

RESERVE BEST DOG

RESERVE BEST BITCH/BEST VETERAN

(in arms) BEST PUPPY IN SHOW

and some of my favourite lighter moments at the show....

Jill Sheard and her Marigolds!

Phillipa Biddle, Roxanne Hobbs and their JW winners

young Maggie who had a great day winning in the ring, raffle and tombola...

party time

most beautiful birthday cake

lean on me! Louise Callaghan and Barbara Maddy

giggles galore..Sheila Hindle and Lynn Crane

hic!



and finally, spotted at the show...this wonderful "book art" gifted to Lesley Kilcoyne (Granasil) on her birthday...take a look on Facebook  BOOK ART WITH LOVE. Smashing gifts for any occasion....

5th FEBRUARY 2015