We were fortunate to have Parklands for our venue. There was plenty of shade and only two tests were in the open. A good day was had by all. The contestants were nurtured by the judges, who really went out of their way to help the novice handlers with their dogs. The handlers were appreciative of the guidance they were given after each test and the veterans enjoyed themselves as they progressed around the tests together. The judges decided to award joint positions to second and third because they felt that the veterans had done enough in the heat. We also had a young handler competing. It is good to know that there is young blood coming through the ranks. Congratulations to the winners of both classes.
The judges were Graham Roberts, Rosemary Ryder and Robert Worrall
ND/NH
!st and the Foxhanger Trophy – Endacott Serin Mavise Stokes
2nd – Tawnyway Black Jack, Jamie Barrell
3rd – Avonstream Ator, Nikki Urquhart
4th – Pointhill Caramel Souffle, Mrs M Copp
COM – Hyppolytus Herald, K. Impey
COM – Ardyle Cotillion, Ms P A Adams
Special – Tumulus Timothy, Jack Godfrey
Veteran
!st and the Thames Trophy – Turnerbrook Oak Sophie Mills
2nd – Auro Rimu, Roy Wort and Baveybuilt Tiffontoo, Jean Baveystock
3rd – Gospelash Victor, Ray Hardie and Holway Phantom of Tarinomagh, Toni Sanders
The full results can be seen here
Photographs taken by Patricia Bland can be seen here