CANINE FREESTYLE GB AUTUMN NEWSLETTER

2012

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Editor: Lesley Neville,

Canine Freestyle GB, PO BOX 7680, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 9BX

Email lesley@dneville.fsworld.co.uk

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Advanced HTM 1st Lucy Heath with Stillmoor Winter Sun

Advanced HTM 2nd Sarah Reed with Beckim One Riva

Diva

Advanced HTM 3rd Ann DeRizzio with Stillmoor Showstopper

Novice HTM part 1 1st Barry Bray

with Brambledale Balmy

Breeze

Novice HTM part 1 2nd Margret Christie

with Choxxstart Sweet Fergus

Novice HTM part 1 3rd Sheila Kendrick

with Tithelea Last

Crusade

Advanced HTM 4th Sue Betteridge

With Glenalpine Katie

Novice HTM part 1 4th Michelle

Hubbard With

Mr Hudson

Novice HTM part 2 1st Kath Hardman

with Stillmoor Extra

Special

Novice HTM part 2 2nd Mark Collins

with Lady Blaze of Snowdonia

Novice HTM part 2 3rd Carol Scott with

Tanyo's Dancing Butterfly

Novice HTM part 2 4th Paula Ackary

with Stillmoor Flash Of

Light

Starters HTM 1st Sarah Smith

with Forever Just Fen

Starters HTM 2nd Naomi Evans with That'll Do Pig

Starters HTM 3rd Betty Keepax with

Danehaven Ellice

Starters HTM 4th Heather Butler

with Ellemilia Masterpiece

Intermediate HTM 1st Kay Laurence with

Genabacab Light Merlot

Intermediate HTM 2nd Angela Briggs with

Wandering Coast To Coast

Intermediate HTM 3rd Mindy Kerr with

Mister Silver Shadow

Intermediate HTM 4th Kay Dunn

with Cost A Pretty Pen Pen

CANINE FREESTYLE GB SEPTEMBER SHOW HELD AT TOMLINSON’S BOARDING KENNELS AND CANINE CENTRE.

8th and 9th SEPTEMBER 2012

Front cover Heelwork To Music, back cover Freestyle

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FORTHCOMING EVENTS

2012

More details on www.caninefreestylegb.com/forth.htm

10th November Aberystwyth Dog Training Club HTM Competition with full classes.

17th November Starting Out With Richard Curtis Islip Village Hall, 2 Old Farm Lane, Islip, Kettering, Northants

NN14 3JS.

18th November UK HTM Winter League Fennis Field Farm, Little Lawford Lane, Kings Newnham,

Rugby, CV23 0JJ

24th November PNM Andover Details to follow

2013 6th January SUSANNE JAFFA Training Day

Hounsdon Comm Centre, Jacobs Gutter Lane, TOTTON, SO40 9BG contact Jan Debnam for more details: email

training@dogkind.co.uk

19th January UK HTM Winter League Fennis Field Farm, Little Lawford Lane, Kings Newnham,

Rugby, CV23 0JJ Closing Date 20th December 2012

26th January Rugby DTC including Crufts Semi Finals

9th February Nicci Hindson H T M Training Show At Tomlinson’s Canine Centre, Ratby Lane, Markfield, Leics

LE67 9RJ ENTRIES CLOSED AS THIS SHOW IS FULL

24th February UK HTM Winter League Fennis Field Farm, Little Lawford Lane, Kings Newnham,

Rugby, CV23 0JJ Closing Date 24th January

2nd March Findon Downs, Walberton Village Hall, BN18 0PQ

7th - 10th March Crufts

17th March Training Show at Tomlinson’s, Leicester.

Schedule and Booking Form available !

24th March 2013 UK HTM Winter League Fennis Field Farm, Little Lawford Lane, Kings Newnham,

Rugby, CV23 0JJ Closing Date 21st February 2013

12th, 13th and 14th April International Judges Conference Denmark, Everyone welcome

27th & 28th April Heather Smith Workshops Islip Village Hall, High Street, Islip, Northants NN14 3JS

Contact Annette Leslie - email Annette.l1@btinternet.com

11th & 12th May 2013 Canine Freestyle GB at Tomlinson’s, Markfield, Leicestershire

26th & 27th May Fylde K9 Dancers, Barnard Castle Show, 2 day show. The 26th will be the Qualifier, full compliment of

classes.

6th & 7th July Ynys Mon DTC, Anglesey

10th & 11th August 2013 Fylde K9 Dancers, Blackpool will be a 2 day Show The 10th will be the Qualifier, full

compliment of classes

7th & 8th September Canine Freestyle GB at Tomlinson’s, Markfield, Leicestershire

2014 10th & 11th May Canine Freestyle GB at Tomlinson’s, Markfield, Leicestershire

25th & 26th May Fylde K9 Dancers, Barnard Castle Show, 2 day show. The 25th will be the Qualifier, full compliment of

classes.

9th & 10th August Fylde K9 Dancers, Blackpool Show, will be a 2 day Show. The 9th will be the Qualifier, full

compliment of classes

13th & 14th September Canine Freestyle GB at Tomlinson’s, Markfield, Leicestershire

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Canine Freestyle GB Show Held at Tomlinson’s, Markfield, Leicestershire

Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th September 2012

SATURDAY

CLASS 1 Starters Heelwork To Music

Lead Judge Paul Ballard, Sandra Hallam, Louise Ballard

Class report by Judy Mays

1st Sarah Smith with Forever Just Fen, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (04/11/09), performing to "You Give A Little Love" by Paul

Williams/Cast of Bugsy Malone.

Sarah was wearing a black suit, white tie and hat to match her dog’s colour. This little dog thoroughly enjoyed herself and the

attention was great.

2nd Naomi Evans with That'll Do Pig, a Working Sheepdog Dog (31/01/08), performing to "Firework" by Katy Perry.

Naomi was very colourfully dressed and the dog tried hard to do everything right especially at the faster pace.

3rd Betty Keepax with Danehaven Ellice, a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bitch (29/08/08), performing to "Glad You

Came" by The Wanted.

After going to visit the audience this little dog settled in well to the music and watched mum beautifully.

4th Heather Butler with Ellemilia Masterpiece, a Cocker Spaniel Bitch (12/08/09), performing to "Bad Romance" by Lady

Gaga.

Heather was also in black to match her dog. This little dog trotted through the routine with a happy face and tail wagging.

5th Karen Bartaby with The Sorcerer FS N Ex, a Working Sheepdog Dog (09/05/06), performing to "It Had Better Be Tonight"

by Michael Buble.

Karen’s dog enjoyed himself the whole time in the ring, a little vocally but his performance was very good.

6th Jenny Knudson with Kelgrove Man In Blue, a Shetland Sheepdog Dog (11/05/11), performing to "All Kinds Of Everything"

by Dana.

Jenny had lovely sparkling top - little dog was sparkling too. After a slow start he settled into the routine. Finished on her arm.

7th Chris Sherwood with Glenalbert Morse at Belgarath FS St Ex, a Border Collie Dog (03/04/10), performing to "Desert

Rose" by Sting.

Chris’s outfit was a stunning lilac two piece. This dog was simply stunning with only little lapses of concentration when he wanted

to do his own thing.

8th Dorothy Matthews with Kenmilleven Galahad, a Miniature Schnauzer Dog (21/05/07), performing to "It Must Be Love" by

Don Williams.

This little dog really loves him mum - his tail never stopped and the likeness of dog and handler was picture.

Also worked;

Amanda Jinks with Nell Gwynne of Seefeld, a Boxer Bitch (25/06/02), performing to "The Hollin Bus" by Bobby Crowe and his

Band.

Amanda’s routine started with a skip and the dog was skipping too. A nice happy piece of music and a happy dog as well.

Amanda Jinks with Sulez Soul Man At Stangard, a Boxer Dog (09/08/05), performing to "One - A Chorus Line" by Original

Broadway Cast.

After a bit of a sticky start this dog got into the spirit of the day and did Amanda proud.

Carole Turton with Luclil Worth The Wait, a Cocker Spaniel Dog (25/02/10), performing to "Wouldn't It Be Nice" by Beach

Boys.

After doing his own start to this routine the little dog settled and worked well for his mum finishing with a bow.

Trained;

Penny Hudson with It's Just Happy Harry, a West Highland White Terrier Dog (01/02/05), performing to "On My Radio" by The

Woolpackers.

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Dressed in checked shirt and cowboy hat Penny worked very hard to keep this little dog moving in the right direction and his tail

never stopped wagging. Penny decided to turn the routine into a training round.

Jenny Knudson with Lucy Lollipop, a Crossbreed Bitch (10/03/05), performing to "Wallace & Grommit Theme Tune" by New

World Ensemble.

To keep this dog motivated Jenny turned the routine into a training round.

Aldyth Kitchin with Leithbreac Will O' The Wisp FS St Ex, a Border Collie Dog (02/05/06), performing to "Angel Of The

Morning" by Northern Lights Orch.

This stunning looking dog wanted to do everything at fast speed. Aldyth decided to turn the routine into a training round.

CLASS 2 Crufts Semi Final Qualifier Advanced Heelwork To Music

Rosettes 1st – 6th Sponsored by Oscars

Trophy & Rosettes 7th & 8th Sponsored in Memory of Tipp Hardman

Lead Judge Karen Sykes, Linda Glover, Michelle Hubbard

Class report by Gill Crawford

When I found out that my job on the Saturday was to do the show report for the Advanced Heelwork To Music my heart missed a

beat.

The only reports I have ever been involved in are the ones that were sent home from school when I was naughty.

Seriously though I was quite worried that I would get it wrong but when I sat at the table there in front of me was a nice set of

guide lines.

So here goes.

1st Lucy Heath with Stillmoor Winter Sun, a Border Collie Bitch (09/02/08), performing to "I've Had The Time Of My Life" by

Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes.

This was a very attentitive little red merle collie. Such a happy little dog whose tail wagged throughout the whole of the

performance. Although there was some barking, the dog soon settled with both dog and handler using up the whole of the ring

and then finishing the routine with the dog leaping on to Lucy’s back, her little tail still wagging and a big smile from Lucy.

2nd Sarah Reed with Beckim One Riva Diva, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (04/11/09), performing to "If My Friends Could See

Me Now" by Jacqueline Dankworth National Symphony Orchestra.

Sarah started with a cheeky little hat lift to the judges before moving off around the ring. Her little dog was not put off at all by

Sarah lifting, rolling and moving the hat around her body. A happy dog with her tail wagging throughout the routine, and moved

with ease. A lovely attentive dog with consistent big smiles from Sarah and a great performance.

3rd Ann DeRizzio with Stillmoor Showstopper HTM A Ex FS A Ex, a Border Collie Dog (19/06/05), performing to "42nd

Street" by John Lesko.

Ann and her big boy started off with some very slow controlled moves building up to an energetic bouncy routine. Both dog and

handler moved across the whole of the ring showcasing Ann’s sparkling choice of outfit and stylish dog. A lovely routine

demonstrating control and energy.

4th Sue Betteridge with Glenalpine Katie HTM I EX FS A Ex, a Border Collie Bitch (10/07/07), performing to "She Wears Red

Feathers" by Guy Mitchell.

Sue never ceases to amaze us and that’s before she even starts the routine. Sue certainly looked the part for this routine wearing

a very colourful grass skirt, bright red leggings and a red feather boa. The look was finished off with a red flower in her hair.

Sue made good use of the ring, her little dog trotting happily whichever position she was in, even when she occasionally ruffled

herself in the grass skirt she maintained position. Sue had a consistent elated expression which made us smile throughout the

routine.

5th Pauline Goddard with Mist of Snowdon, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (02/08/05), performing to "There Is Nothing Like A

Dame" by Ken Darby Male Chorus.

Dressed in a sailor inspired outfit was Pauline Goddard with her little collie bitch Mist of Snowden. Pauline varied the tempo of the

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heelwork well using different changes of the music to produce a varied performance. This little dog came up on to its back legs in

a lovely bouncy part of the routine and she finished looking up at Pauline as if she were asking for more. A really nice routine.

6th HelenTaylor with Stillmoor Silk N Satin FS N Ex HTM I Ex, a Border Collie Bitch (23/10/09), performing to "Goose Steps

High/The Aristocats" by George Burns/Maurice Chevalier.

Helen and her lovely little dog worked well to this quirky music. The little collie remained extremely attentive throughout with both

dog and handler concentrating hard all the way to the end. This was a really lovely routine and Helen used the whole of the ring

to showcase this dog’s happy energetic style.

7th Kay Laurence with Stillmoor Likely Lad, a Border Collie Dog (21/01/05), performing to "Danzon No 2" by Simon Bolivar

Youth Orchestra.

Kay chose an elegant piece of music which suited her stunning collie. The dog showed fantastic attitude throughout, with both

dog and handler moving beautifully to the music. The incorporation of a large red flag flowing gently around the ring never once

distracted the dog. A lovely idea and performance.

8th Anne Shuker with Splish Splash HTM A Ex FS I Ex, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (01/01/08), performing to "Electricity" by

O.M.D..

Anne wore a smart grey jacket and black trousers which almost seemed to match her little dogs colours. This team both started

on the floor moving slowly as the music, Electricity, began. They then stepped into a nice bouncy rhythm with some interesting

transitions. The routine was finished as it started with both dog and handler on the floor.

Also worked;

Mark Collins with Stillmoor Lapis Cloudberry, a Border Collie Bitch (01/05/06), performing to "Gimme Gimme Gimme" by

Abba.

Mark Collins with Stillmoor Lapis Cloudberry came in the ring looking very smart and launched straight in to the Abba classic

Gimme, Gimme, Gimme. They covered the ring really well, seeming to prefer the more upbeat sections of the music. Mark was

lovely with his dog consistently motivating her which resulted in a lovely routine which they both appeared to enjoy thoroughly.

Mary Muxworthy with Gwynion Solo, a Border Collie Dog (21/05/08), performing to "In The Country/Hitchin A Ride" by Cliff

Richard/Vanity Fair.

Mary launched straight into her routine with her tri colour collie. This little dog has a lovely high stepping action which looked very

stylish. He was quite vocal but the lovely positions and smooth transitions made for energetic viewing. Mary’s little man never

took his eyes off her and this bouncy dog showed off to a great upbeat routine.

Chris de Jong with Jackie's Jessie, a Crossbreed Bitch (03/01/00), performing to "The Trembler" by Duane Eddy.

This little dog got a huge round applause as it was announced that she would be retiring after this performance. Her tail never

stopped wagging and she threw in a few cheeky barks to let everyone know that this was her last competitive performance. There

were lovely elements of changing the tempo and a big bow for a brilliant final appearance in the ring. We all enjoyed a piece of

retirement cake too so thank you. I hope my dog is this happy when she retires.

Diane Jones with Kenmilfore Aniseed, a Standard Poodle Dog (10/09/04), performing to "Papa Louis" by Brotherhood Of

Man.

Diane wore a vibrant purple jacket and black sparkly trousers, the outfit complimenting her smart standard poodle in his matching

bandana. When this dog high steps, he owns the ring, he has a fantastic presence. He was very keen to get to the drum and tap

it almost knocking it off its stand. The very jolly music suited this lovely bouncy dog and was a lovely performance.

Jill Davis with River at Glidersway FS A Ex HTM A Ex, a Working Sheepdog Dog (22/08/03), performing to "Easy Winners" by

Stewart & Bradley James.

Entering the ring in a wonderful outfit consisting of a top adorned with musical notes and music themed paw print trousers, Jill

started the routine by showing off her dog’s high stepping movement. The music really suited the dog’s style with his feet at times

perfectly in time with the music. A fantastic, jolly upbeat routine with an extremely happy dog.

Pat Parsons with Stillmoor Cinder Rose, a Border Collie Bitch (01/05/06), performing to "Rock Medley" by Various.

Although this dog seemed a little distracted at times, Pat worked hard to successfully get her attention and produced some nice

work. Pat had lots of energy and together with her little dog moved well around the ring performing a lovely routine.

Lesley Neville with Red Hot Hamish at Choxxstart HTM I Ex, a Bearded Collie Dog (24/05/07), performing to "A Night Like

This" by Caro Emerald.

A very smart pair entering the ring, immediately using the whole of the ring to their advantage showing off this wonderful dog who

seems to smile when he is performing. A few sneaky barks didn’t distract from the “wow “factor and this lovely pair looked like

they genuinely enjoyed the whole of the routine.

Jackie de Jong with Jackie's Indi FS I Ex HTM I Ex, a Border Collie Dog (31/01/08), performing to "Smoke On The Water" by

Deep Purple.

A very controlled start with an interesting move of the dog moving across Jackie’s front while Jackie moved forward. Jackie chose

a rock classic for her routine and her pace and style suited this. The dog had a lovely puppy like attitude and Jackie smiled

throughout the routine at her little boy’s antics.

Trained;

Cathy Bates with Rusnsol Ruby, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (18/04/06), performing to "Babe" by Take That.

Cathy chose to do a training round. She worked hard to keep this little dog calm during her performance using a short leash to get

the dog into certain positions. The music suited this dog and Cathy was able to get some lovely positions while keeping the dog’s

attention on her.

Christina Oxtoby with Legacy's Eze Ezekiel, a Border Collie Dog (15/07/06), performing to "Another Way To Die" by Jack

White and Alicia Keys.

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An interesting and dramatic choice of music, Christina used lots of encouragement and play which resulted in some lovely work

from her dog. He seemed a little cheeky today which was why Christina changed the performance to a training round and once

he settled he did some really smart moves. And the finish made him look like butter wouldn’t melt in his mouth.

Mary Muxworthy with Collywobble Celtic Harry, a Working Sheepdog Dog (01/06/02), performing to "Cheek To Cheek" by

London Musicians Orchestra.

Mary’s training round had everyone laughing as Harry tried to sneak the toy out of the back of Mary’s trousers, the funny thing

was that Mary didn’t even notice at first. Harry’s lovely stylish action was rewarded by Mary at appropriate times when he wasn’t

helping himself and I have no doubt that Mary and the lovely Harry entertained everyone.

So, there we have it, my first attempt at show reporting. Thank you to my lovely daughter Abby as without her writing things down

for me I would have probably ended up with a load of scrawl that I couldn’t decipher. I forgot my glasses.

I think my only regret is that I didn’t ask the handlers for the pet name of their dogs which makes it seem a bit impersonal,

apologies for that.

CLASS 3 Intermediate Heelwork To Music

Lead Judge Helen Taylor, Jackie de Jong, Nicci Hindson

Class report by Mary Muxworthy

1st Kay Laurence with Genabacab Light Merlot, a Working Sheepdog Dog (06/12/08), performing to "Game Of Thrones" by

London Music Works.

Kay effectively used her ‘sword‘ prop to emphasise the dramatic mood of this music. Kay and Time showed us fabulous, accurate

heelwork in all paces and directions. This was an enthralling performance.

2nd Angela Briggs with Wandering Coast To Coast FS I Ex HTM N, a Working Sheepdog Dog (07/07/06), performing to "He

Lives In You" by Tina Turner.

Drift is a super big short haired collie. He worked really hard in this routine, showing a lovely trot in his forward movement. The

routine contained a good variety of heelwork positions and some nice slow pace and lateral work. What a lovely honest dog who

gave his best in everything he did.

3rd Mindy Kerr with Mister Silver Shadow, a German Shepherd Dog (25/01/07), performing to "5 Letras" by Alexis and Fido.

Although it was really hot in the hall by the time this class began it did not affect the effort this dog made, trying his hardest all the

way through the routine with Mindy. The relationship between the two was evident, shown through Mindy’s empathetic handling

of such a big dog, while he worked attentively displaying accurate heelwork positions and moving in time to the music. This was a

young and modern piece of music which really suited the pair.

4th Kay Dunn with Cost A Pretty Pen Pen, a Cocker Spaniel Bitch (25/05/09), performing to "Trust In Me" by Selina Gomez.

There was a lovely start to this routine with Penny looking very cute in her opening pose. The evocative music, clever

choreography and enthusiastic work from this very appealing young dog combine to make this a super performance.

5th Helen Dennis with Goddess Spring of Jucando, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (17/01/09), performing to "Don't Stop Me Now"

by Queen.

Helen looked very smart wearing a sparkly waistcoat as part of her costume. Maia worked really well to this fast moving, upbeat

piece of music, showing good, accurate lateral work across the front. Helen had choreographed some lovely interpretation in this

routine. It was a very nice round.

6th Louise Ince with Try Me Jodi, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (19/04/06), performing to "Rich Girl" by Gwen Steffani.

This lovely tri coloured bitch showed what a keen, eager dog she is trying so hard to get her work right. Louise gave a confident

performance, showing her dog off by walking straight towards and backwards from the judges. This was a lovely routine to watch.

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7th Jan Debnam with Chesepi Indian Valley HTM N Ex, a Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bitch (04/05/06), performing to "Moi Je

Jeu" by Puppini Sisters.

This was a super combination of Maia a lovely happy dog and Jan a very graceful performer. Using this jolly upbeat music Jan

made good use of the ring showing nice forward and lateral movement while displaying lovely intricate footwork.

8th Kristine Hodgson with Detania Devine Charm HTM N Ex FS I Ex, a Border Collie Dog (22/01/07), performing to

"Capone" by Ronan Hardiman.

This was a fabulous showy piece of music with Kris and Logan moving round the ring with style. Although working at a fast pace,

Logan kept going throughout the routine, was very attentive and tried his hardest.

Also worked;

Kristine Hodgson with The Sorcerer’s Secret HTM N Ex, a Working Sheepdog Dog (05/12/09), performing to "Words" by

Boyzone.

Kris combined this lovely emotive piece of music with her calm, positive handling to produce a super performance with this lovely

enthusiastic dog who worked well, trying his hardest throughout the routine. What a lovely dog.

Erica Hyde with Delark Laurelin Quickstep, a Belgian Shepherd Dog Tervueren Bitch (17/08/05), performing to "Fields Of

Gold" by Hank Marvin & Sting.

The scene was set for this routine by a series of ‘barley stooks’ placed at intervals in the ring. They made lovely props for Erica

and Erian to work round, while also adding variety and interest to the routine.

Linda Glover with Echo Delta Catch Me If You Can, a Working Sheepdog Dog (01/04/07), performing to "Joy" by The Ventures.

This is a fast moving piece of music which suited the pace for Linda and Echo in their routine where we saw good heelwork

positions and movement. Well done both of you.

Trained;

Andrea Rogers with Alvins Pride, a Crossbreed Dog (22/01/03), performing to "Gimme Gimme Gimme (A Man After Midnight)"

by Abba.

This was a training round. This super dog worked really well. Together Andrea and Paddy demonstrated a variety of heelwork

positions while Paddy gave Andrea fabulous attention and showed us his stylish high stepping trot. He eagerly chased his ball

when Andrea rewarded him and really enjoyed the round.

Roger Reed with Genabacab Quintilla HTM N Ex, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (18/02/02), performing to "Forever In Blue Jeans"

by Royal Philharmonic Orch.

A banging door put Tilly off just before going in the ring, so Roger very sensibly played tuggy with her to settle her down and enjoy

her time in the ring. When she was more settled Roger began working with her and she showed off her high stepping trot. Well

done.

Christina Oxtoby with Legacy's Ruach, a Great Dane Dog (04/04/07), performing to "Sway" by The Pussy Cat Dolls

Christina turned this into a training round as the heat was obviously affecting Ru. His ball cheered him up and it was great to see

such lovely work and enthusiasm from a large dog on such a hot day.

Alisanne Buck with Darkly Dreaming Dexter, a Crossbreed Dog (28/02/08), performing to "The Side Step" by Charles Durning.

This was a training round with this very handsome tri coloured dog. Dexter worked really well with a super happy expression and

waggy tail throughout. During the round, Ali showed us some very nice backwards ‘behind’ work .

Diane Jones with Tawnabawn Astrantia, a Standard Poodle Bitch (23/09/08), performing to "Pick Of the Pops (At The Sign Of

The Swinging Cymbal)" by Brian Fahey/BBC Worldwide Music.

This was a super training round. We saw a very novel start to this routine with both Diane and Saffron playing the cymbal as

indicated by the subtitle – (At The Sign Of The Swinging Cymbal). After this we were treated to lovely heelwork and a good

variety of heelwork positions.

Jan Debnam with Calandrella Algoma HTM N Ex, a Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bitch (10/11/09), performing to "In The Army

Now" by Status Quo.

Jan set the scene for this training round with her ‘camouflage’ Army outfit. There was some very nice work in this routine and the

dog was well motivated by Jan’s use of the tennis ball as a reward. We saw a fabulous backwards creep and some lovely paw

work to finish the routine.

Mo Aegerter with Breeze at Ruffwood, a Crossbreed Bitch (01/06/05), performing to "Pack Up" by Eliza Dolittle.

This happy go lucky music suited this pair for their routine, which contained heelwork in various well maintained positions, some

lovely circling and backing and an ‘aaah’ moment where Breeze puts her paws up on Mo’s chair ( looking very cute ). Breeze

worked willingly throughout the routine.

Karen Sykes with Our Irish Second Chance HTM N Ex FS I Ex, a Crossbreed Bitch (01/04/09), performing to "I Was Born To

Love You" by Freddie Mercury.

Erin worked happily to this fast moving piece of music throughout this training round with Karen effectively using a toy as a reward

for her enthusiastic work.

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CLASS 4.1 Novice Heelwork To Music Part One

Lead Judge Lesley Neville, Karen Sykes, Ann DeRizzio

Class Report by Jill Davis

1st Barry Bray with Brambledale Balmy Breeze, a Bearded Collie Bitch (23/04/10), performing to "Native New Yorker" by

Odyssey.

Worked last but certainly not least as they won the class, that most elegantly turned out Barry wearing cream t-shirt and slacks

and beautifully polished brown brogues. Breeze did some lovely trotting alongside Barry’s swaggering walk as well as some great

freestyle moves – looking left and right, up on his shoulders, going around him on her hind legs (I call that move up round but

others may have a different term).

2nd Margret Christie with Choxxstart Sweet Fergus, a Bearded Collie Dog (10/04/09), performing to "Eye Level" by Tony Park

Orchestra.

Fergus is a tall Working Beardie who worked closely, accurately and quietly with Margaret and they were rewarded with 2nd place.

3rd Sheila Kendrick with Tithelea Last Crusade HTM St Ex, FS St, a Border Collie Dog (02/02/09), performing to "Bad Things"

by Jace Everett.

Sheila certainly also dressed for the part with a western-style purple shirt with white fringing, cowboy hat, blue jeans and boots.

Indy started out a little distracted occasionally at the start of the routine but then did some lovely close heelwork and got more

attentive as she went along. There was a lovely ending where Indy lies down between Sheila’s feet and she raises her hat.

4th Michelle Hubbard with Mr Hudson, a German Shepherd Dog (18/10/09), performing to "Best Years Of Our Life" by Modern

Romance.

This was Hudson’s first time in the ring and boy did he do well. He is such a beautiful looking German shepherd and Michelle has

sensibly patiently taken her time socialising what was once a very nervous dog but now is no more! When he became a little

distracted Michelle reassured him with the use of her hands and the occasional pat.

5th Caroline Garrett with Midnight Moonshine, a Whippet Bitch (30/08/08), performing to "Sing" by Gary Barlow & The

Commonwealth Band.

Rose is a very beautiful and elegant whippet who works accurately and daintily. Caroline brings out the best of her with her gentle

and quiet handling and they also complemented each other in appearance with the dark grey and white of Rose being matched by

Caroline’s white blouse and dark trousers.

6th Dylan Smith with Corridhu Chase, a Border Collie Dog (19/10/08), performing to "Singing In The Rain" by Mint Royale.

What can one say about Dylan but that he is the smartest dressed young man on the HTM circuit wearing his grey trousers and

waistcoat he looked every inch the gentleman. I am not sure how old Dylan is but he is one of our most successful juniors and

handles his dog with maturity beyond his years. It was a lively routine where Chase worked closely and accurately apart from one

brief moment where he went to take a peek at Grandad filming but Dylan kept his cool and soon had Chase back on track jumping

over a red, white and blue umbrella and of course he did his trademark cartwheel. Well done on coming 6th in the class.

7th Iris Maxfield with Just Call Me Rolo, a Working Sheepdog Dog (19/08/09), performing to "La Tortura" by Shakira.

Iris’s rhythm to the music is a joy to watch and although Rolo looked a little warm and sometimes distracted on this very hot

afternoon Iris re-focussed him with plenty of hand and voice encouragement.

Trained;

Louise Ballard with Kasamdiamond Truly Forever, a Border Collie Bitch (05/02/07), performing to "September" by Earth Wind

and Fire.

Another beautifully colour co-ordinated team with Louise’s grey and white top matching the dog’s blue merle coat. Unfortunately

she too was a little distracted so Louise sensibly elected to turn it into a training round and help her along. She did some beautiful

reversing behind Louise.

Sheila Waller with Misty Scisum, a GSD Bitch (06/12/04), performing to "Fire" by The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown.

Misty is a beautiful white German shepherd and looked very good against Sheila’s wonderful costume of a red and orange top that

looked like flames as they were performing to “Fire” and red trousers. Sheila elected to do a training round and although Misty

was a little distracted at times, she always looked happy – encouraged no doubt by Sheila’s lovely smile and by the end of the

routine they were both “on fire”.

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Gill Crawford with Matilda Muddle Mutt, a Crossbreed Bitch (24/04/10), performing to "Go Home" by Eliza Doolittle.

Tilly is a beautiful black curly coated bitch with two white front paws and chest and not a muddle mutt at all! They did a training

round and Tilly did some beautiful trotting and they had some fun together with a tuggy.

Nicci Hindson with Ravestar Scarlet Dancer, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (26/06/11), performing to "That Man" by Caro

Emerald.

As Nala is still young Nicci elected to do a training round with her and we were delighted to observe her beautiful trotting and

elegant sidestepping exactly in time to the music which suits her so perfectly. She is such a slender bitch who moves very

elegantly and is very attentive to Nicci throughout the whole routine.

Pauline Goddard with Brookside Jazz of Valgray, a Crossbreed Bitch (01/02/09), performing to "Summer Holiday" by Cliff

Richard.

Jazz worked very attentively to Pauline who rewarded her by having her toy thrown into the ring and thereby turned it into a

training round.

Class 4.2 Novice Heelwork To Music Part Two

Lead Judge Jackie de Jong, Diane Jones, Sheila Waller

Class report by Christine Sherwood

1st Kath Hardman with Stillmoor Extra Special, a Border Collie Dog (03/03/11), performing to "Octave Stomp" by Richie Loidl.

Some really lovely positions and concentration from this young man, really happy in his work showing lovely teamwork. Denby

really wanted to please his mum today, a very nice routine.

2nd Mark Collins with Lady Blaze of Snowdonia, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (31/03/11), performing to "Better The Devil You

Know" by Kylie Minogue.

Very good attention, nice jaunty little mover who did some really nice work. A sweet, tender moment in the routine was very nice.

3rd Carol Scott with Tanyo's Dancing Butterfly HTM ST EX / FS ST EX, a Papillon Dog (14/08/05), performing to "Let Your

Love Flow" by Bellemy Brothers.

What a sweet little dog, good attention, good positions for a small dog who stuck to Mum and really enjoyed himself.

4th Paula Ackary with Stillmoor Flash Of Light, a Border Collie Dog (09/02/08), performing to "Standing On The Top" by Rick

James & The Temptations.

Good attention with plenty of tail wagging really happy to work, lovely high move, steady routine, nice teamwork.

5th Margret Christie with Just William Wallace, a Bearded Collie Dog (07/06/04), performing to "Poisoning Pigeons In The

Park" by Tom Lehrer.

A very different choice of music, this team really brought some bright cheer to the routine and caused quite a laugh. Wallace

worked really well with good attention and neat, crisp moves. A very nice routine well put together.

6th Erica Hyde with Laurelin Andante, a Belgian Shepherd Dog Tervueren Bitch (22/05/09), performing to "Something Gotten

Hold of My Heart" by Gene Pitney.

Erica managed to continue her routine even though her music broke down. Dante did some lovely work staying with his Mum. A

very nice routine.

Trained;

Dawn Smith with Meg Of Dalebrook, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (01/04/04), performing to "Love Really Hurts Without You" by

Billy Ocean.

Dawn decided to do a training round today, her dog worked well with this encouragement.

Carol Mortimer with Spawood Easy Rider, a German Spitz (Mittel) Dog (15/10/08), performing to "We Found Love" by Rihanna.

Carol trained as perhaps the heat had got to this little bundle of hair! He worked well for his toy.

Judy Mays with Moonlight Magic of Caramay, a Crossbreed Bitch (16/07/10), performing to "Just Walking In The Rain" by

Johnny Ray.

This was a training round, poor Jess was feeling the heat but did try once in the ring.

Louise Leverton with Stillmoor Dancing Rosey, a Border Collie Bitch (04/04/10), performing to "Gold For Ever" by Example.

A good training round from Louise to help her dog today.

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SUNDAY

CLASS 5 Starters Freestyle

Lead Judge Louise Ballard, Paul Ballard, Sheila Waller

Class Report by Ann Shuker

1st Kerstin Kerr with Ritterburg American Dream, a Wire Haired Dachshund - Standard Bitch (24/09/08), performing to "All

Shook Up!" by Elvis Presley.

A lovely little whiskery dachshund; Kerstin (wearing a shook up t-shirt) started with steps left and right whilst her dog wagged her

tail to the beat. A bouncy lively move round the room followed by rolls, weaves, she finished with a both paws on Kerstin’s arm.

Such a happy little dog that wagged her tail throughout.

2nd Kerstin Kerr with Ritterburg Oregano (TAF), a Wire Haired Dachshund - Standard Dog (15/05/06), performing to "Do It

Again!" by Beach Boys.

Kerstin’s props were a surf board, beach towel and she was dressed for the beach. Her Dachshund couldn’t wait to start; running

up to the beach towel. From lying down they made some nice moves to stand then he pulled the surfboard over. Some good

moves on the board followed looking like both were balancing on one then another leg to surf. Her dog looked as if he was having

a great time and ended on the board with his paw wrapped over the cord.

3rd Sarah Smith with Forever Just Fen, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (04/11/09), performing to "Puppet On A String" by Sandie

Shaw.

Sarah was dressed smartly in a black suit with a bow tie complementing her tri coloured dog. They started with Fen lying down

whilst Sarah walked round her. Fen then walked with Sarah putting in some twists, weaves, she sat, offered a paw and hid her

face, walked between and round with her tail carried high and happy throughout ending in a down.

4th Wendy Lee with Myndoc Cotton N'Lace, a Shetland Sheepdog Bitch (31/05/08), performing to "In The Night Garden" by

Ceebies. Wendy’s prop was a blanket. Her lovely little Sheltie weaved to the clock chimes then lay down to sleep. Followed by

twists, reverse round Wendy a walk back and bow. A lovely end with her dog taking hold of the blanket and rolling over so she

was wrapped in it.

5th Margret Christie with Choxxstart Sweet Fergus, a Bearded Collie Dog (10/04/09), performing to "I Couldn't Live Without

Your Love" by Petula Clarke.

Margret was dressed in taupe. Fergus started with very neat reverse weaves followed by through her leg and ‘both’ he looked

very happy in ‘between’ with his tail wagging behind Margret. Uppies turning and reverse weaves led to a happy finish

6th Elaine Jubb with Standrise Girl, an English Springer Spaniel Bitch (25/06/07), performing to "I Think We're Alone Now" by

Tiffany.

Another lovely Springer, this time black and white. Started with his paws on Elaine’s knee, hid his face and crossed his paws

before trotting round the ring. Elaine was dressed also in black and white. He went on to twirl his way round the ring before being

shown a prize in a ‘secret’ box.

7th Naomi Evans with That'll Do Pig, a Working Sheepdog Dog (31/01/08), performing to "Round Up" by Babe Sound Track.

Naomi was dressed as a farmer and had a sheep pen and toy sheep as props. Shaun the sheep eat your heart out. They started

lying down together then ‘woke up’ with some nice moves. Her dog did some lovely twists before fetching a sheep and dropping it

in the pen, some weaves followed then he fetched the other sheep and dropped it in the pen – an unconventional method of

herding.

8th Amanda Jinks with Nell Gwynne of Seefeld, a Boxer Bitch (25/06/02), performing to "Jump" by The Pointer Sisters.

Amanda was dressed in black with a lovely jacket covered in silver sparkles. Nell started in a sit but as soon as the music started,

enthusiastically followed Amanda’s cane round the ring. She jumped right on cue in the music. The jumps were definitely her

favourite part.

Also worked;

Bev Boughton with Dobby Dances With Socks, an English Springer Spaniel Dog (17/01/02), performing to "Stuck In The

Middle With You" by Stealer's Wheel.

Lovely liver and white Springer who started with some weaves, did a touch and tap and trotted round Bev. Bev was dressed in

black trousers and t-shirt.

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Betty Keepax with Danehaven Ellice, a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bitch (29/08/08), performing to "Pack Up" by Eliza

Doolittle.

Betty had a rucksack in the ring adorned with English and a Union Jack. Ellice trotted happily round the ring, weaved before

running round the rucksack. She continued with some reverse weaves. And off round the rucksack again.

Dorothy Matthews with Kenmilleven Galahad, a Miniature Schnauzer Dog (21/05/07), performing to "You Were Made For Me"

by Freddy and the Dreamers.

A bucket full of bright flowers was Dorothy’s prop. Dorothy’s clothing complemented the colour of her dog. He started with a walk

back reversed through Dorothy’s legs and continued with an enthusiastic reverse round her at some speed. He made a figure of

eight through Dorothy’s legs and round the flowers. And ended with flower.

Jennie Fairweather with Ock I The Noo, a Cairn Terrier Dog (19/12/06), performing to "Victory" by Bond.

Jennie started with Mischief in a basket where he shook paws, then bounced happily round the ring. He did feel the need to keep

going to check everyone was watching him. He jumped in and out of his basket put both his paws on Jennie’s cane and ended in

his basket with his paws on the cane again.

Linda Webster with Isabella Gal (NAF), a Border Collie Bitch (15/10/09), performing to "Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps" by Doris

Day.

Linda’s black and white dress complemented her dog’s colouring. They started with heelwork turning her dog bounced through

some lively twists on the main refrain of ‘perhaps perhaps perhaps’ he walked back shook paws rolled over crossed paws in time

to Linda’s legs. Wide weaves and a kiss followed and ended with him looking straight to Linda. A happy dog.

Margret Christie with Just William Wallace, a Bearded Collie Dog (07/06/04), performing to "Get Me To The Church On Time"

by Stanley Holloway.

Margret carried a walking stick and started with Wallace walking round her then weaving her legs, Wallace kissed her on cue in

the music; he twisted, worked between and walked behind Margret with his paws on her back. He ended with a jump over the

cane coat flying in true Beardie style.

Amanda Jinks with Sulez Soul Man At Stangard, a Boxer Dog (09/08/05), performing to "Hillbilly Rock, Hillbilly Roll" by The

Woolpackers.

Amanda’s props were a huge bottle of moonshine and a rocking chair. Amanda wore a very bright red cowboy hat. They started

with her dog following her hat to the moonshine which he walked round. He put his paws on the rocking chair and happily trotted

round the hall. Followed by jumping over her hat and some heelwork turns. They ended with him in a down position between

Amanda’s legs.

Meryll Haigh with Trevellis Pure Heaven (TAF), a Border Collie Bitch (23/02/07), performing to "Chim Chim Cheree" by Dick

Van Dyke.

Meryl was dressed in a black waistcoat and light shirt wearing a flat cap. They started with a twist and reverse round Meryl Her

dog walked back, spun and bowed. He shook paws at the cue in the music. He loved Meryl; wagging his tail at her each time he

looked at her and ended with a paw shake.

Carole Turton with Blue Boy of Willingham, a Cocker Spaniel Dog (22/05/05), performing to "You Can Do Magic" by Libby and

the Family Cooking.

Carole was wearing a very sparkly waist coat and a pendant with a picture of her lovely black and white cocker on it. She carried

a cane. They started in a sit her dog reversed between her legs then reversed round Carole. He weaved between her legs, side

stepped, and I think he wanted to be a Springer as he kept dancing on his hind legs.

Trained;

Penny Hudson with It's Just Happy Harry, a West Highland White Terrier Dog (01/02/05), performing to "The Wanderer" by

Status Quo.

Penny did a training round. Penny wore a pink sparkly top and Harry lived up to his name being very happy. The music suited

Harry who in between chasing Penny went for a wander round!

CLASS 6 Crufts Semi Final Qualifier Advanced Freestyle

Rosettes 1st – 6th Sponsored by Oscars Trophy & Rosettes 7th & 8th Sponsored in Memory of Ginnie Hardman

Lead Judge Annette Lowe, Helen Taylor, Linda Glover

Class report by Mary Muxworthy

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1st Sue Betteridge with Glenalpine Katie HTM I EX FS A Ex, a Border Collie Bitch (10/07/07), performing to "Hans Christiaan

Anderson Medley" by Danny Kaye.

We were all eagerly anticipating how Sue was going to use the ‘pond, water lilies, tunnel and reeds’ which she set out

meticulously before the start of her performance with Katie. We were not disappointed as her very cute ugly duckling combined

humour with pathos and entertainment! Aaaaah Sue, what a lovely story - and you left us all with that ‘feel good factor’ - Fab.

2nd Anne Shuker with Splish Splash HTM A Ex FS I Ex, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (01/01/08), performing to "Food Glorious

Food/Oliver Mix" by Cast of Oliver.

This was a lovely happy well choreographed performance from this pair. The routine is full of drama and theatre, as when Splash

sits behind Ann and begs for some food with the bowl in her mouth! Ann has been very clever with her choreography and the

routine is full of clever ideas - every time I watch it I like it even more!

3rd Angela Briggs with Wandering Coast To Coast FS I Ex HTM N, a Working Sheepdog Dog (07/07/06), performing to

"Ghost Busters" by Ray Parker Jnr.

This performance began with lovely props and a super start! There were many humorous moments during the routine as when

Drift was shaking legs and paws in ‘fright’. There was some very nice directional and paw work using Angela’s ‘ghost gun’ Drift

only had eyes for Angela giving her super attention throughout their routine responding beautifully to her calm, clear handling.

Angela even ‘busted’ an imaginary ghost for us! What a fab dog. Well done.

4th Mindy Kerr with Dashing Dray, a Crossbreed Dog (02/02/07), performing to "Dela" by Johnny Clegg and Savuka.

The relationship between Mindy and her little fella shone through this performance, with Dray working his paws off for Mindy to

this upbeat music track. We all loved the point where he shook his head in time to the music! The pleasure and joy on his

performance was evident. Well done Mindy and Dray, it was a pleasure to watch you!

5th Val Perkins with Leonardo Da Capriole, a Crossbreed Dog (21/10/04), performing to "One Night In Bangkok" by Karaoke

Planet.

Val set the scene for us with her costume, an ‘Eastern style’ parasol and giant pleated fan. Val’s choreography suited Leon

completely, while her expert handling showed Leon off to his full potential as he worked with accuracy, enthusiasm and attitude.

This was a very entertaining routine to watch, full of humour and entertainment.

6th Jackie de Jong with Jackie's Indi FS I Ex HTM I Ex, a Border Collie Dog (31/01/08), performing to "One Night In Bangkok"

by Murray Head.

The dramatic opening bars of this music set the scene for this lovely routine. Indi worked really well, going away and round the

chess pieces with accuracy and attitude, responding to Jackie’s calm, quiet handling. Well done Jackie and Indi.

7th Louise Ince with Try Me Jodi, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (19/04/06), performing to "Frankie" by Sister Sledge.

Before entering the ring Jodi was spooked by a loud noise outside. Louise’s sympathetic handling at the beginning of the routine

helped Jodi get accustomed to the ring and settle into the routine, gently encouraging her all the while. This was a well

choreographed routine with the links between the moves working well with the flow.

8th Kristine Hodgson with Detania Devine Charm HTM N Ex FS I Ex, a Border Collie Dog (22/01/07), performing to "Hill Billy

Rock" by The Woolpackers.

Yeee Hah! Kris and Logan gave us a fabulous hillbilly dancing display to this lively, fast moving up beat music! What a great time

they had in the ring! Well done.

Also worked;

Christina Oxtoby with Legacy's Eze Ezekiel, a Border Collie Dog (15/07/06), performing to "Run Away Baby" by Bruno Mars.

There was a huge amount of choreography and some very unusual moves worked in this routine, incorporating reverses back

through legs and round and lots of backwards moves used to good effect. Christina also included some very unusual poses.

Lucy Heath with Stillmoor Winter Sun, a Border Collie Bitch (09/02/08), performing to "That Man" by Caro Emerald.

This was a stunning performance by this attractive pair. Lucy and Indie move round the ring with style, combining athleticism with

grace and purpose. Indie works happily in the ring, demonstrating Lucy’s motivational training through some super behaviours

and very unusual moves. Well done, it was a pleasure to watch.

Trained;

Cathy Bates with Rusnsol Ruby, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (18/04/06), performing to "The Macarena" by Los DelRio.

This was an impressive start to the class by Cathy and Stella, with the pair demonstrating the distance work which we have seen

them produce so effectively during previous performances. Stella worked happily responding well to Cathy’s sympathetic handling

and verbal cues. As requested there was no clapping at the end of the routine to demonstrate our appreciation, while Cathy

returned to and patted and reassured Stella.

Karen Sykes with Our Irish Second Chance HTM N Ex FS I Ex, a Crossbreed Bitch (01/04/09), performing to "Queenie's

Polka" by The Andrew Sisters.

Erin was full of life and ready to work; she completely enjoyed this training round with lots of jumps and high rewards from Karen.

This was a super training round.

Helen Dennis with Goddess Spring of Jucando , a Working Sheepdog Bitch (17/01/09), performing to "Friend Like Me/One

Jump Ahead" by Cast of Aladdin.

After a sticky start Helen wisely turned this into a training round with Miai for this fast moving action packed performance which

was very enjoyable to watch.

Jill Davis with River at Glidersway FS A Ex HTM A Ex, a Working Sheepdog Dog (22/08/03), performing to "Happy Feet" by

The Muppets.

Jill used this as a training round with River and was overjoyed when he responded happily to the ball being thrown for him in the

ring, playing confidently with Jill who used the ball to good effect frequently rewarding River for his lovely work.

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CLASS 7 Intermediate Freestyle

Lead Judge Annette Lowe, Jackie de Jong, Nicci Hindson

Class report by Annette Leslie

1st Val Perkins with Conor Cruise Control, a Crossbreed Dog (2010), performing to "Paddy McGinty's Goat" by Val Doonican.

As the props came into the ring prior to the round I was getting excited to see what a handler and dog could really do with a

washing line, bloomers, paraffin and a milking stool! Loved the back leg pose on the stool to depict the goat milking

2nd Jackie Clarke with Happy Go Lucky Lily FS N Ex, a Crossbreed Bitch (04/07/07), performing to "Say You'll Be Mine" by

Steps.

Some great props and moves in this routine, I loved the Lonely Hearts Rescue sign – a tribute me thinks to Dogs Trust.

3rd Alisanne Buck with Darkly Dreaming Dexter, a Crossbreed Dog (28/02/08), performing to "The Equestrian Statue/Cool

Britannia" by Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band.

Dexter performed the equestrian or should I type canine statue brilliantly on the plinth, this routine was a great interpretation of the

music and good use of the mop and bucket!

4th Caz Hore-Ruthven with Waggerland Master Baggins, a Working Sheepdog Dog (01/10/06), performing to "Money Money"

by Liza Minelli & Joel Grey.

Caz was costumed up as Liza Minelli and took to the role well with appropriate movement and style, loved the move where the

dog chased the handler around the chair – great speed.

5th Carol Scott with Tanyo's Dancing Butterfly HTM ST Ex / FS ST Ex., a Papillon Dog (14/08/05), performing to "Happy

Talk" by Various Artists.

The garden and tree prop created a great backdrop to this routine, a highlight was the Papillon walking so well on his mum’s

shoes illustrating his happy feet

6th Helen Taylor with Stillmoor Silk N Satin FS N Ex HTM I Ex, a Border Collie Bitch (23/10/09), performing to "The Little

Engine That Could/The Polar Express" by Burl Ives/Tom Hanks.

Lovely routine, the fabulous polar express train prop was used to great effect as the dog smartly embarked on the train when

cued.

7th Pauline Graystock with Powdermill Ace Touch, a Papillon Dog (11/04/03), performing to "Butterfly" by Unknown.

Pauline Graystock – Lovely to see Pauline and Ace working so well together, this Papillon loves his mum – fabulous rollovers and

very creative use of working from the chair.

8th Vicki Price with Diva Faithful, a Crossbreed Bitch (2005), performing to "Razzle Dazzle" by Shirley Bassey.

Sparkling costume top, collar and matching drape over stool made for a professional presentation and image in the ring, nice work

with the cane.

Also worked;

Iris Maxfield with Just Call Me Rolo, a Working Sheepdog Dog (19/08/09), performing to "Bailimos" by Enrique Iglesias.

Enrique Inglesias would have been proud of the Latin influence in both the costume and dance steps – a lovely interpretation of

the music

Alison Davidson with Myriehue Sundance HTM N Ex FS N Ex, a Shetland Sheepdog Dog (13/01/06), performing to "When

The Going Gets Tough" by Billy Ocean.

Sunny’s attention was strong and his work on his hind legs, whilst short – is extremely powerful and creates a great shape, also

loved the jumping.

Karen Bartaby with The Sorcerer FS N Ex, a Working Sheepdog Dog (09/05/06), performing to "Pink Elephants" by Disney

Orchestra.

Another competitor prepared to perform for her art in a great bag lady of the street type costume – a great move where the dog

takes the bottle from her pocket.

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Training;

Andrea Rogers with Alvins Pride, a Crossbreed Dog (22/01/03), performing to "There's No Business Like Show Business/Who

Wants To Be A Millionaire" by Various Artistes.

Andrea showed great competitive spirit by managing to wear the whole suit ensemble in the heat! A great prop used to depict the

country estate.

Sandra Hallam with Tashmit Freeserve at Oldberne FS N Ex, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog (25/10/04), performing to

"The Artist Medley" by Ludwig Bource.

Fabulous costume and great props depicting the Oscar and podium, wisely when Sandra’s dog became a little worried she quickly

changed into training mode keeping him a very happy lad with his mum.

Paul Ballard with Indiana Joy of April, a Border Collie Dog (12/10/09), performing to "Uptown Girl" by Billy Joel.

Paul’s work commitments have kept him very busy during the Olympics and he chose to work a training round rather than

pressure the dog when he hasn’t had the time to train – well done for putting the dog first.

Michelle Hubbard with Stormus Tan HTM N Ex FS N Ex, a Working Sheepdog Dog (04/04/06), performing to "Phantom Of

The Opera" by Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Sadly the Phantom mask appeared to upset the dog so it was removed and a training round was performed, I loved the start and

finish pose of this dog, very dramatic.

CLASS 8 Novice Freestyle

Lead Judge Jackie Clarke, Michelle Hubbard, Linda Glover

Class Sponsored in Memory of Robbie Neville

Class report by Nicci Hindson

1st Chris Sherwood with Glenalbert Morse at Belgarath FS St Ex, a Border Collie Dog (03/04/10), performing to "Hawaii Five-

O" by All Stars Orchestra.

Two interesting and very well made props- a surf board and a ‘jail’ set the scene for this fast paced, lively routine. The dog made

good use of the ring with some big circles in both directions and finished by putting himself in jail.

2nd Lucy Heath with Tachnamadra Tartan Embers, a Shetland Sheepdog Dog (27/08/06), performing to "Crazy Little Thing

Called Love" by Michael Buble.

A lovely little dog who enjoyed every minute of his time in the ring. He performed some lovely reversing moves as well as some

big jumps and a cute ‘piggy back’ move in time with the music. He finished with a jump into Lucy’s arms.

3rd Rose Jenkins with Avaclier Sam FS St Ex, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog (29/02/08), performing to "The Sorcerer's

Apprentice" by Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra.

This little dog looked adorable with his gold ruff around his neck. He performed some very clever moves including a hop around in

a circle and some well timed jumps. He particularly enjoyed reversing at top speed across the ring.

4th Roger Reed with Genabacab Quintilla HTM N Ex, a Working Sheepdog Bitch (18/02/02), performing to "When I'm 64" by

Barbara Dickson.

This routine brought a smile to everyone’s face! Roger ‘acted’ the role of an old man very convincingly throughout the routine and

Tilly performed moves using his walking stick and chair as props. The music suited the pair and the routine was highly

entertaining.

5th Andrea Champ with Sunshine In Happy Valley, a Crossbreed Dog (12/01/04), performing to "September In The Rain" by

Rod Stewart.

A very sweet little dog- attentive and keen throughout. He has a beautiful trotting action and enjoyed circling the umbrella. He

finished sat on Andrea’s knee under the umbrella.

6th Bev Williamson with Star Light Girl HTM St Ex, a Labrador Bitch (08/10/04), performing to "Stuck In The Middle With You"

by Louise.

A very happy girl. She performed a very cute move where she hid her face and made good use of the pink sparkly hoop which

was used as a prop.

7th Barbara Herd with Bramble's Lady Mary, a Labrador Retriever Bitch (24/03/02), performing to "Beyond The Sea" by

Robbie Williams.

Another happy, waggy Labrador- she bounded into the ring with enthusiasm. She clearly enjoys her backwards moves and she

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finished with her feet up on Barbara’s knee.

Trained;

Gill Crawford with Matilda Muddle Mutt, a Crossbreed Bitch (24/04/10), performing to "Flintstones Classical Underscore" by

Hannah Barbera.

The pair were accompanied in the ring my a large inflatable dinosaur! The routine-was performed to the Flintstones, suited the

pair well and I look forward to seeing it in full.

Christina Oxtoby with Legacy's Ruach, a Great Dane Dog (04/04/07), performing to "Mercy" by Duffy.

This huge dog moves so gracefully he appears to glide across the ring, and he looks very impressive when he stands on his hind

legs. He gathered up lots of speed when circling his prop and had great fun galloping around the ring.

Mary Muxworthy with Gwynion Solo, a Border Collie Dog (21/05/08), performing to "Easy Winners Piano Rag" by Stewart and

Bradley James.

A stunning boy, he is a very keen and flashy worker. He performed some very fast circling of the cane.

Sheila Waller with Misty Scisum, a GSD Bitch (06/12/04), performing to "Chain Of Fools" by Aretha Franklin.

It was lovely to watch this dogs confidence grow throughout her time in the ring. She enjoyed circling her cane.

Kath Hardman with Stillmoor Extra Special, a Border Collie Dog (03/03/11), performing to "You Give A Little Love" by Cast of

Bugsy Malone.

A stunning youngster with lots of enthusiasm. This was a lovely training round with lots of well timed rewards and lots of play in

the ring. He looked fabulous when stood up with his paws on Kath’s back, vey tall and proud.

Iris Maxfield with Spot The Smot, a Crossbreed Dog (01/11/05), performing to "Reach" by S Club 7.

Very sweet little dog who enjoyed his backwards weaves and stood up on his hind legs and ‘reached for the stars’ in keeping with

the music.

Sue Barlow with Morning Star At Jucando, a Working Sheepdog Dog (17/01/09), performing to "Rawhide" by Blues Brothers.

A very happy, keen dog. He performed some very fast spins and go rounds. The routine ended with him up on Sue’s back.

Lesley Neville with Red Hot Hamish at Choxxstart HTM I Ex, a Bearded Collie Dog (24/05/07), performing to "The Night They

Invented Champagne" by Gary Wilmot.

Beautifully choreographed routine including lovely jumps over Lesley’s back with all that Beardie coat flying everywhere. Hamish

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Ford.

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sweet. Another lovely training round.

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Heelwork To Music In Finland By Lesley Neville

In early December last year Lesley, received an invitation from Henna Meriharju to go to Finland to teach Heelwork To Music.

Kath and Karen had been to the group two years previously (see http://toplodge.blogspot.co.uk/2010/08/training-in-finland.html

2010) and although Freestyle had been popular there for some years, Heelwork was almost unknown so they introduced the

Heelwork Section to the handlers on their course so it would be very interesting to see how this division of the sport was

developing now.

Lesley invited Jackie de Jong to accompany her on this trip and she happily agreed. The months soon passed and it was time to

leave for Finland

Thursday 16th August; an early start with a cup of tea at 4 30am! Chris and Jackie de Jong arrived at Lesley’s home at 5 30 am

as Chris had kindly offered to drive the two to Manchester Airport for the flight to Helsinki. All went very smoothly including the

transfer from Helsinki Airport to Turku Airport where they were met by Henna. A short drive took them to Vahto and the lovely

converted barn which was to be their home for the next few days.

A chance to freshen up and then a short walk to Henna’s

house for dinner where they met the rest of her family and of

course her two dogs, Madde, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and

Takku, Cross breed of unknown origins!

After an evening spent chatting, mostly about dogs, and

getting to know one another, the two retired to bed, tired but

looking forward to the following day.

Friday 17th August; Henna drove Lesley and Jackie to the

town of Turku and with another friend, Johanna, they spent

most of the day exploring the town plus a little shopping.

The market was fascinating with a wonderful array of berries

on the stalls. Henna explained that this was the season for

berry picking in Finland (the two had already tasted her

scrumptious blueberry pie the night before) and they learned

about “Cloudberries” which were tricky to harvest as they

grew in the swamp areas of the forests! Despite the name

they are a bright orange in colour and look like an orange

raspberry!

Lunch was enjoyed on board a boat on the river which runs through the town, a floating restaurant, and then it was time to return

home for a short rest before setting out again at 6 30pm.

As people have to travel great distances in Finland simply to

meet for training weekends, most of the handlers had arrived

on the Friday evening so Henna had arranged for Lesley and

Jackie to meet them and to help them gain some idea of

everyone’s abilities. Each handler had the opportunity to

perform their routines and receive feedback from Lesley and

Jackie.

The plan was to spend a couple of hours doing this.

Four and a half hours later........!

Everyone was having so much fun and appreciating the

feedback. One thing Lesley and Jackie learned that night

was that the Finnish HTM people were very modest about

their abilities. They described themselves as very

inexperienced but in reality they are extremely talented,

caring and lovely people!

Everyone laughed and joked together, Lesley and Jackie

were suggesting ideas, trying new moves and thoroughly

enjoying themselves watching each dog and handler team

working.

Eventually, Lesley and Jackie retired for the evening, again much later than originally planned, but looking forward to working with

these handlers again the following day.

Saturday 18th August; Day One of the Training Seminar.

All dogs and handlers arrived at the venue ready to start work at 9am. All except one that is, as one of the dogs who had

performed beautifully the previous evening had had an accident during the night by, for some unknown reason, getting out of the

The converted barn, very cosy

The river runs through the centre of Turku

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performed beautifully the previous evening had had an accident during the night by, for some unknown reason, getting out of the

window where they were staying onto the roof of the building, and then falling off the roof! Fortunately the dog was not badly

injured, a few cuts to the back feet, but a trip to

the vet and a couple of stitches were needed.

Lesley leads the dance session to warm up the handlers

New moves are learned

Even for the smallest members of the group

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The rest of the participants spent a very enjoyable day working on moves with their dogs. Again Lesley and Jackie were struck by

how keen and friendly everyone was. All seemed to enjoy the tasks they were given and were very eager to learn more.

The day finished at 5 30 pm, then most of the group went back to Henna’s house for a super barbecue and lots more discussion

about dogs, competitions and training.

It was also very nice to see the intrepid roof climbing dog had now re joined the group looking fine and sporting two pretty pink

bandages on both hind paws, but otherwise unscathed. As the evening grew darker the party moved indoors to sample a lovely

cake that Henna had made for the occasion.

Sunday 19th August Day Two of the Training Seminar.

The morning was spent with the handlers working on

more moves, improving the movement of the dog and a

few games designed to make them think about the sport

from the perspective of the dog. This caused great

hilarity as the pictures show.

A super picnic Cake indoors as the evening grew cooler

So what is the move you want me to do?

By Jove she’s got it

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The dogs seemed to see the funny side too! (Ho Ho Woof Woof)

After lunch each handler had two opportunities to work on a part of their routine with everyone helping and suggesting ideas. This

was being enjoyed so much that eventually the group were in danger of upsetting the owner of the hall as they had over run the

time by one hour and had to be reminded that it was time to leave!

So, final photos were taken,

Thank you speeches were made, gifts exchanged and then back to Henna’s house for a meal and, yes, Lesley and Jackie did get

to taste some cloudberries as part of a delicious desert before falling into bed, tired but happy with how the day had gone.

Monday 20th August;

Lesley and Jackie had a bit of a lie in as there was no need to get up until 8.30am as they were going sailing with Henna, her

mother, Helena and husband, Calle. It was a short drive to Naantali Sailing Club Marina where they were greeted by Helena and

Calle and welcomed aboard. What a wonderful way to see the islands, 70,000 around the coast of Finland, but they were heading

for only one of them.

After about an hour’s sailing they arrived at the island – what a paradise as they were the only people there. A short exploration of

the cabin, sauna (obligatory to the Finnish way of life) and the forest toilets (only one scoop of wood shavings per use needed)

and they started to prepare for lunch.

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Lesley and Jackie were handed 6m long fishing poles, baited with a worm, and instructed on how to fish for their dinner! “Just wait

for the pull on the line”!

In just a few minutes Lesley felt the pull on her line and caught her first fish!

(Look by the side of Lesley’s jacket pocket for the one that did not get away!)

It was obvious that it was not going to feed five people, but fortunately Helena and

Calle had played safe and brought some fresh fish with them and soon there were

suitable sizzling sounds from the barbecue.

The beautiful sailing boat at the Island The Sauna

The forest toilet Washing facilities

A picnic in paradise!

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All too soon it was time to leave the island. As the wind was now against them it would have taken three hours to sail their way

home so the engine was started for the return journey.

After saying their thanks, Lesley, Jackie and Henna

had a walk around the old town of Naantali.

The town is very pretty and very old, and it was

lovely just wandering through the streets looking at

the ornate wooden buildings.

Every evening at 8pm the church doors open and a

man plays a hauntingly beautiful tune on a trumpet

as an “all’s well” to the town.

A lovely end to a lovely day, one to remember.

Tuesday 21st August;

The last day, a walk in the forest with Henna and her dogs, then off to the airport for the journey home.

Thank you “Finland” for the invitation – Lesley and Jackie had a lovely time and hope to return someday.

The wooden houses of Naantali

Lesley, Henna and Jackie

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Getting To Know You More profiles from our members. Please send your profiles with photos if possible to

lesley@dneville.fsworld.co.uk

Mary Ann Nester

I came to England from New York in the early seventies and never went back. I

like to think that being American explains some of my quirky behaviours but I do

realize that nationality alone will never excuse it!

I grew up with dogs, lots of them. My parents had “bird” dogs used for duck

hunting and I can never decide who I take after the most – my father who wanted

them to stay in the kennels when not working or my mother who snuck them into

the house during the day while he was out.

After many dogs - various cross-breeds, boxers, pugs, Goldies, lurchers, Border

Collies and German Shepherds – I have pledged allegiance to the Miniature

Poodle. I don’t know why I love this breed so much. They are natural yappers

and I can’t do a thing with their hair - but they always manage to get me to smile!

Poodle Power!!!

I received my first competitive training in obedience with the Delaneys at the Collar and Lead Club in Hampshire. It was a great

club, very much ahead of its time, and provided fantastic foundations for any dog sport. I’ve tried flyball (ball loader at Crufts) and

then moved on to agility which became my passion! The poodles were finalist at Crufts and Olympia many times and represented

Great Britain at the FCI World Agility Championships in Portugal 2001, Germany 2002 and France 2003.

My first dance partner was Tam, a very stylish border collie, and we had a great time performing at local fundraisers. Our show

stopper move had me executing a cartwheel over him (I was younger and thinner then). I wish there had been HTM shows when

he was alive. I started competing in Freestyle with Jed, a black miniature poodle. Thanks to lots of coaching from Carol Wallace,

Jed took me into Intermediate.

Twizzle, my miniature parti poodle, came next and also made it into Intermediate. He has

demonstrated his dancing skills as a member of the Dog Activities Team at Crufts as well as

while partnering Matthew Hoggard (the Mystery Guest) in “A Question of Sport”. And yes, he is

the parti poodle in the Vanish and Airwick adverts. Tico, my competing border collie, is trying

hard to catch them up! It is not easy being a collie in a house full of poodles.

As a lover of poodles, it would have been practical to train as a dog groomer. Instead I did a

degree in Linguistics and Language Pathology and started my working career at The Royal

National Institute for Deaf. When that contract ended, I took up my studies again and did a post-

graduate diploma in Library and Information Science. If you ever need someone to go “SHHH!”

just ask me. I’ve also taught keep-fit and gymnastics at leisure centres, worked on fruit farms,

and ran a Volunteer Bureau. My last proper job was as a Clinic Administrator at an out-of-hours

emergency veterinary service and I combined this with writing dog training books.

I am now retired and living in Devon so I hope to grow fat on cream teas and brush the poodles’

hair into submission every now and again. And train the collie!

Jed dancing to “Kiss”

Twizzle in a hat

Only one reply to “Getting To Know You” for this edition, so I must guess that you are all busy getting ready for Christmas!

Please try to send a profile for the Newsletter, other members do find them interesting, as do I.

Also:

Thinking caps on!

Down Memory Lane” - a theme for members to send in an “old” picture and article about it. We all have our memories so why not

share them?

There once was a young/ old / collie/ poodle/ dog called..........? it is not too late to send some in!

Member profiles, “What’s In a Name” and anything else which you think would interest our readers!

“Loved And Lost”, tributes to our lovely dogs who are no longer with us.

Please send them in to

lesley@dneville.fsworld.co.uk

Thank you Ed.

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The Open European Championships 2012

By Kath Hardman

It was late 2011 when I received an invitation to be one of the three judges at the 2012 Open European Championship in Prague,

The Czech Republic. I was very honoured to be invited and happy to accept.

The Kennel Club (GB) had decided to support a Team GB for the World Show in Austria held in May and unfortunately as there

was only one application received there would be no Team GB in the World Championship 2012 and by then it was too late to try

and gather interest for the OEC 2012. But it was good that I could show support from GB by judging the competition.

I was also invited to hold a seminar on the Monday following the weekend judging which I agreed to do as they found direct flights

to Prague which meant the workshop was feasible. However, in August still no flight arrangements booked and on contacting the

organisers they said it was a flight from Birmingham which wasn’t showing as available as yet but they would keep checking. It

was only when I heard on the radio that BMI Baby was closing down mid September that I realised they were intending me flying

with a now bankrupt airline.

I contacted them immediately and between us we tried to get similar flights but there were none available so I then had to fly

Birmingham – Frankfurt – Prague and return via Munch. All this extra time flying – or rather time waiting in airports for the next

plane - meant there was no option but to cancel the training day.

From then on all the other arrangements fell into place – the rules made available – and a hotel booked too!!

The rules for the OEC are slightly different to GB – no movement over 2 metres away from the handler in HTM and the three

scoring criteria also differed with different aspects in differing sections! So the next task was to practice judging with these rules.

The day before the Championships, I left home at 4:15am on my lonely trip! My route was all planned and I had Sat Nav however,

my first obstacle was that my main route to the airport, the M42, was signed as closed. Since there was no-one I could ring to

check I would be OK at that time of the day, I had to decide to go via the M69 which meant battle with Sat Nav for 30 minutes

trying to turn me around!!!

I arrived just 10 minutes later than planned and still well in time for the first flight. The travel went remarkably well and no rushing

through airports looking for the gateways with minutes to spare. This was a truly relaxing journey and with time to revise my notes

on the rules once more!

The main organiser Barbora was waiting for me at the airport and she took me on the 30 minute drive to the Hotel arriving there at

4:00pm. Thankfully she supplied me with cake and a bottle of milk so I could make myself the much needed cup of tea! There

would be a Welcome Dinner at the Hotel that evening with all the competitors and the judges attending which would start at

7:00pm – gosh the clocks had moved forward one hour but it had been a very long day already after a very short night’s sleep! So

after a cup of tea, a piece of cake and a “power nap” and I was ready for the evening.

It was a great atmosphere as the teams met in the dining room exchanging their Good Luck gifts and cards. A lovely buffet dinner

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was followed by the draw for the two days competition. Saturday would be HTM Day – everyone to compete and the top three

competitor scores from each country’s team would be totalled for the Team Championship. There were 30 entries. The draw

started and unfortunately it was decided that I would be the one to call out running order and name. What with Russia, Slovakia,

Azerbaijan etc. entered you can probably imagine some of the names!! Well I made the best attempts I could and it actually lifted

the atmosphere which had soon become quite serious at this point!

I was then faced with the draw for the Sunday Freestyle Class – 47 more names to be drawn and called out!!

Saturday – I was the only person in breakfast at 7:00am because there was practice time available at the competition hall so

everyone was taking full advantage of this. The venue was a 5 minute walk from the hotel – perfect! At 7:30am I was at the

venue – checking the paperwork which had been provided and ready for the day to start. The venue was a sports hall – huge!!!

The ring was a carpeted area of 20m x 15m with a small block wood boundary.

My fellow judges Carmen Mayer from Germany and Andrea (Head Judge) from CZ arrived and we were ready for the Opening

Ceremony on time at 8:00am. Each Team covered a circuit of the arena following their national flag bearers. It was very

spectacular and colourful.

And now it was time to start the competition – 30 routines of Heelwork To Music and I was very impressed at the high standard

these countries have reached in quite a short period for some had only recently “discovered” this division in their countries. The

music was very varied, and a lovely variety of breeds of dogs made for a very entertaining morning.

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The Team scores were calculated and Russia were declared the worthy winners, Denmark in second place, with Belgium in third

place.

After lunch the top ten individuals were then asked to perform their routines once more. The score of this second round would be

added to the morning’s score and the winner of the Individual Open European Championship would then be announced.

The top ten routines were very good and the placing almost remained the same as in the team competition due to the repeat

performances being of the same quality as the first rounds.

The Individual Scores were calculated and in 1st Place Anja Christiansen with Fćhunden´s Queeny Las (BC) - Denmark, in 2nd

Place Polina I´llina with Shteffi (BSD – Terv) – Russia and in 3rd Place Galina Chogovadze with Sun Light Spot (BC) – Russia.

These three routines thoroughly deserved these placings – very imaginative and very precise work from them all.

The full results are available here http://oec2012.wordpress.com/

After the competition was closed for the day, I returned to the hotel for a well earned break and time to relax and prepare for the

Meeting of the OEC Participants. I had offered to write the minutes of the meeting as thankfully English was the universal

language. The meeting was very busy with representatives from each country.

There was a request for more HTM Positions – there are already 10 available for use – GB’s eight positions plus between the legs

facing either direction. Another 8 positions were proposed “Dog at compass points around the handler – facing and reversed. But

this proposal was defeated as it was felt that there was sufficient option for variety already and including these positions would

start restricting moves allowed in Freestyle.

It was confirmed that the OEC 2013 will be held in The Netherlands but venue and dates still not available.

There were several offers to host the OEC for future years as follows:

2014 Germany, 2015 Azerbaijan and 2016 Sweden.

The competition is growing in popularity and entries were already higher this year – even without a Team GB!

A full report of the minutes is available here:

http://eurohtm.wordpress.com/2012/10/07/minutes-oec-meeting-2012/

After the meeting, several stayed for further socialising but I made my way back to my room – it was to be a long day’s judging on

Sunday and I needed to be alert!!

Sunday;

Sunday started a little later in the morning as no ceremonies necessary! There were 47 entries into the Freestyle division and

once again, we were not disappointed by the standard and innovation demonstrated by the competitors. The Team results were

as follows: In 1st Place The Czech Republic, in 2nd Place Russia and in 3rd place Belgium.

After a break for lunch the judges were gathered back to their places to judge the top ten placed routines to find the Individual

Freestyle Winner. I was hoping that the standard of work would remain as it had been in the morning and as they had shown in

the HTM Finals, however – it was a long day not just for the handlers but also their dogs and some didn’t quite maintain their

previous level of work. But I was quite happy with the placings of the top three.

HTM Team places HTM Individual places

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In 1st Place Yvonne Belin with Alice (BC) - Switzerland, 2nd Galina Chogovadze with Moja Nadezhda Rolly Royce (BC) - Russia

and in 3rd Place Elke Boxoen with Puma (BC) - Belgium.

So after judging 57 routines my job was now completed. I was pleased with how my judging had gone throughout the two days

and my “winners” were in the top three of each section. The closing ceremony followed and after giving a “judge’s” speech I could

return to the hotel once again.

My final evening was spent back at the venue in the restaurant where several teams were enjoying their celebrations. Thanks to

Emmy and Helle (Denmark), Bob (GB!) and Steve and Corinne (France) for letting me join them.

The OEC is a very special experience – great camaraderie and fabulous atmosphere. I do hope that a Team GB will be able to

attend in future years, it really is something very special to be competing against and yet with all these different countries.

Kath Hardman

Below are a few links to routines that have been made available : http://eurohtm.wordpress.com/2012/10/08/more-videos-from-

the-oec/

http://eurohtm.wordpress.com/2012/10/06/oec-2012-performances-2/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuUps5oYUQc&list=ULJuUps5oYUQc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-n6Nzg7Gbk&feature=share

A full DVD of the event is available here (P&P included)

http://oec2012.wordpress.com/2012/09/14/photo-and-video-dvds-from-the-oec/

Freestyle Team Places (Unfortunately Kath has no photo of the Individual places)

Welcome to the new puppies!

Letters To The Editor The Editor is always happy to consider letters for publication but reserves the right to edit those as required.

From Jackie and Chris de Jong

Introducing the latest addition to

our household - ZIVA

She is pictured at 13 weeks old and is related to Indi (yes, I am a

gluten for punishment!)

Even after taking ‘puppy police’ x

2 with me (Kath and Lesley) I still

fell for another BC, but who

couldn’t fall in love with such a

cute face!

From Cathy Bates

Welcome to Sybil, just 7 weeks old when this picture was taken.

So cute!

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Scotland

Fife

Fife Animals DTC hold 2 HTM classes each week,

on Monday and Tuesday evenings at Leslie in Fife

We also organise HTM training courses and

fun shows throughout the year

For more details please phone Anne 01592 620300

Worcestershire

Club Westglen now meet at Clent Village Hall, Church Avenue

Clent, Nr Stourbridge, Worcestershire, DY9 9QT Phone 01384 637085

Every Wednesday night from 7:30pm

Holme-upon-Spalding Moor Classes (which are a mix of self-help together with some tuition from me but I am training my own dog during the

evening) are held on a Tuesday evening between 8 pm. and 9.30 p.m. at Holme-upon-Spalding Moor.

We work on routines which we then use for demonstrations at local animal charity events and occasional agricultural shows.

Holme-upon-Spalding Moor is in East Yorkshire, midway between York and Hull and 15 minutes away from Junction 37 on the M62. I am afraid that none of the members compete

but we do have fun! Further details on 01430 860472 Lesley Bugler

Gloucestershire Cotswold Heelwork To Music

Thursday evenings 7 - 8 p.m. £5 per session. Winter: Slimbridge Village Hall

Summer: 70 Draycott, Cam Both venues have matted flooring and wheelchair access

and in summer there is additional training on grass. Training for fun or competition -

no previous knowledge required. Contact Jill Davis on 01453 542312 or Carole Dodson on 01594840322

Crufts HTM Finalists in 2007, 08, 09, 10, 11 & 12

West Yorkshire Free-Paws are running small, friendly classes, 2 nights a week for beginners onwards. The floor is matted and has

wheelchair access. For further details: Karen Bartaby 01274 879353 or

Angela Briggs 01274 673980

email:free-paws@talktalk.net

County Durham Northern Mutt’s “N” Music

HTM/Freestyle weekly classes Contact Sue Leyland for full details.

Tel 01388 663222 Email sueleyland@tiscali.co.uk

Essex

Essex Paws DTC

Small friendly group training on a Tuesday evening in

East Hanningfield.

For further details contact Louise on 01268 771255 or

louisejballard@yahoo.co.uk

South East

Canine Performers hold regular training classes throughout

the South East including Ashdon, Chiddingstone Causeway,

Longfield, Northiam and Upchurch.

For further information on any of the classes please contact

Louise Ince on 01322 668955 or e mail

louise@canineperformers.co.uk

Anglesey Small active HTM group meets Monday evenings and some

Wednesday afternoons. Details from Margaret Booth –Tel: 01407 720057

Lancashire/Merseyside/Greater Manchester

HTM/Freestyle 1st and 3rd Wednesday in the month (also occasional 5th Wednesday)

Held at: Chain Lane Community Centre, Chain Lane, St Helens,

WA11 9HB 8pm – 10pm

Positive Reinforcement training for fun and competition Progress Awards held regularly

Contact Lynda Edmondson 07974 797217 dogfriendlytraining@blueyonder.co.uk

Wiltshire Alimagic K9 Services, Monthly HTM & Freestyle workshops at Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire. All classes are limited to 10

handlers and places must be booked in advance. No previous training or knowledge of HTM is required and are suited to people working Starters and Novice or just for fun.

For more information and workshop times and dates please

visit www.alimagick9services.co.uk

Swindon

"Swindon Dog Dancing School", a recently formed small club.

Meet at St. Andrew's Church Hall, Raleigh Avenue. The floor

is matted and has wheelchair access. Courses with tuition for

beginners and self-help workshops for competing handlers,

Tuesday afternoons and Friday evenings.

For further details phone 01793 349172

email angela.richens@ntlworld.com

Are you involved in a Training Group not listed?

Please send your details to be placed in the next Newsletter.

If any of the above training sessions are no longer running, please let us know so we can keep this list up to date

Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire

K9 Training with Jackie de Jong Specialising in Heelwork to Music and Freestyle

Pet Training and Behavioural Issues One to One Sessions

Fully Insured Contact Jackie on 01773 713328

07980 555354 Jackie@K9training.me.uk

Let’s Get Together—Training Groups

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Starters Freestyle 1st Kerstin Kerr

with Ritterburg American Dream

Starters Freestyle 2nd Kerstin Kerr

with Ritterburg Oregano

Starters Freestyle 3rd Sarah Smith

with Forever Just Fen

Starters Freestyle 4th Wendy Lee

with Myndoc Cotton N'Lace

Intermediate FS 3rd Alisanne Buck

with Darkly Dreaming Dexter

Intermediate FS 4th Caz Hore-Ruthven

with Waggerland Master Baggins

Intermediate FS 2nd Jackie Clarke with Happy Go

Lucky Lily

Intermediate FS 1st Val Perkins

with Conor Cruise Control

Novice FS 1st Chris Sherwood

with Glenalbert Morse at Belgarath

Novice FS 2nd Lucy Heath with Tachnamadra Tartan

Embers

Novice FS 3rd Rose Jenkins with Avaclier Sam

Novice FS 4th Roger Reed

with Genabacab Quintilla

Advanced FS 1st Sue Betteridge with

Glenalpine Katie

Advanced FS 2nd Anne Shuker

with Splish Splash

Advanced FS 3rd Angela Briggs

with Wandering Coast To Coast

Advanced FS 4th Mindy Kerr

with Dashing Dray

Above

The Highest Scoring Crossbreed Trophy

The Jacobean Jaunter

Trophy (In Memory Of Jacob Tuck)

Awarded to Val Perkins

with Conor Cruise Control

Above

The Peggie Allen Memorial Trophy

The Popular Choice

Awarded to

Jackie de Jong