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What a fantastic way to end the Year!!! Dolly gains her Junior Warrant at 14 months old (Subject to KC Confirmation) 28/12/09 A fantastic day was had at the Ashbourne & District Canine Society's Open Show. Dolly won the junior, graduate, post graduate and open classes in good company under breed judge Kate Siviter (Trentshome). This resulted in her gaining more than enough points to gain her Junior Warrant Title. Which for those who don't know what this means; this enters her in the KC Stud book and qualifies her to compete at Crufts for life. We can also add the title JW to the end of her show name. We are over the moon and would like to thank all judges who have appreciated her qualities and fellow exhibitors and friends for your support and good wishes. A special thanks to Dolly's breeders - Sue & Annie Kettle too for allowing us to have our beautiful girl, she certainly has fulfilled her early promise!
We wish you all a Happy New Year!
Dolly wet and muddy after a game with her ball at the Ashbourne Show after winning Best of Breed. 27/12/09 Today we went to Stourbridge & District Open Show where Dolly won 2 classes under breed judge Paula Witham (Arrifana).
Merry Christmas to all our family, friends and Keladity Owners x
Thank you for all the lovely Christmas cards received from Keladity owners, they really are a joy to receive and it's heart warming to hear how our dogs are getting along. Here is a photo we received from John & Hazel when we visited them and Ginny in the summer.
20/12/2009 A trip down to the Colchester Canine Open Show today, proved fruitful with Dolly winning 2 classes and Reserve Best of Breed under judge Fiona Robertson. A few more Junior Warrant Points obtained - nearly there Dolly !!! 19/12/2009 Today me and a friend took the dogs to the Lincoln Canine Society's Open Show. Dolly won 4 classes and Best of Breed under Breed Judge Bea Robertson (Kastrian). Fun in the snow!
12/12/2009 We went to LKA - Ladies Kennel Association at the NEC, the last Championship show of the year. Dolly was placed 4th in Special Yearling under Breed Specialist Mark Boswell (Marquell). Here is a photo of our beautiful Dolly...
Recently I have come across some pet cocker spaniels whose coats have been in a terrible state, thick matted coats and ears which clearly have not been trimmed for some time. It is very sad to see because it must be restrictive and uncomfortable for them. Cocker Spaniels usually need their coats trimmed or clipped every 8 -12 weeks by a professional dog groomer who will bath, dry and trim/clip your cocker spaniel for you. Usually it costs between £20-£30 a time and this should be something you should have budgeted for before buying a cocker spaniel. Not only is it uncomfortable for the dogs but it is asking for ear trouble leaving lots of over-grown hair around the opening of the ear and other health issues associated with poor coat condition. So please ensure your cocker gets a good daily brush -not just on the top of the coat but down to the skin, ears & armpits can be the worse areas plus a regular trip to the groomers! 05/12/2009 Today The London Cocker Spaniel Society held their annual Championship Show. I went along with two friends and we had a great day catching up with friends, lots of laughs and good food! Dolly won 2 x 2nd's and a 3rd under breed specialist Joan Glennerster (Glenntree). Here are some photos...
We also had some fantastic news today as we received Dolly's hip score which is 6 / 7 giving a total of 13 which is below the Breed Mean Score.
29/11/2009 We had a lovely day at the North Mids & Eastern Counties Cocker Spaniel Clubs Open Show. There was a good atmosphere and the lunch put on for the exhibitors was lovely. Dolly did well and finished up wining 3x 1st 1x 2nd & 1x 3rd under Breed judge Kim Gain (Molkara). 28/11/2009 Dolly had a good day today at The West Torrington & District Canine Club's Open Show. She won 3 classes and Best of Breed under Mrs G Dale (Aubanjon). 22/11/2009 Oh dear, what a very disappointing day for our Dolly! We went to Leicester Gundog Open show today and Dolly was UNPLACED! Judge for the cockers was Dachshund breeder Mrs W Minshull (Sidelock). Our little star has done so well this year under some of the most respected breed judges at Championship show level and we have been given much positive encourangement. We didn't expect to win the class but were very surprised at her dismisal!! Nethertheless I was proud of of my little girl who as always showed her socks off and gave me her all. 3 hours drive there and 3 hours drive back - a day wasted but hey you have to grin and bear it as that's dog showing, you just have to take it on the chin! .... Onwards and upwards to the next one! 15/11/2009 Me and a friend went to the Coventry Cocker Spaniel Clubs Championship show today, Dolly was placed 4th in her class under Breed judge Derek Shapland (Deracor). I was thrilled for my friend Sam who gained her Stud Book Number with her blue boy Toby. Well done Tobes! 14/11/2009 Today we went to Huntingdonshire Canine Society Open Show under breed judge Heather Chaplin (Ginger Paws). We were thrilled that Dolly won 3 classes and her first Best of Breed. 03/11/2009 Today I judged 5 classes of cocker spaniels at the Romsey and District Canine Sociey's Open Show in Southampton. I had some good dogs to assess and found my Best of Breed in a smart black dog 'Sunnersett Moonlighting', Best Opposite Sex was a beautifully headed bitch 'Asquannes Go-Likely at Beechtops' and Best Puppy was a very promising orange bitch 'Rosie's Ramblin Rose'. Thank you for a lovely day. 31/10/2009 A busy weekend for The Solid Colours Cocker Spaniel Association as we held our 2nd Championship Show in Milton Keynes today. The show went really well, I organised the raffle along with Ellen which went down well with our Halloween theme! I'm really proud to be part of the team; a great bunch of people who know how to get things done but with much joviality along the way!! Here are some photos....
The Raffle Table
Judging
The final winners
24/10/2009 This weekend I accompanied Jean Gilmour (Chavez) to Finland where she was judging the cocker spaniels. We had a fantastic time and were well looked after. I am very grateful to Jean for giving me the opportunity to see and experience the cockers and showing scene overseas. Here is a photo of Jean with her main winners:-
BOB - C.I.B FIN& EE CH Fenbrook Ain't No Other BOS - C.I.B NORD&FIN&EE&SE(N)&DK CH BALTW-06 A One's Theodora
18/10/2009 Another busy weekend. Tinker left for pastures new today, she has joined Mike & Leslie who live only a few villages away which means we will be seeing lots of her, which is perfect. Thank you both for giving our girlie a fabulous home. It's never easy letting dogs go and we are very strict and particular about where they go to, we do however get lots of pleasure about hearing how they are doing and the joy they bring to other peoples lives. On Saturday me and a friend did the long drive (4hrs 20 mins!) to the West of England Cocker Spaniel Clubs Championship show near Bristol. It was worth the journey as Dolly was placed 1st in Maiden & 2nd in Special Beginners by Breed specialist Sarah Amos-Jones (Cassom) and we had a lovely day catching up with cocker folk. 11/10/2009 It was Dolly's last show in Puppy today (Can't believe she is almost a year old!!!) and she ended it on form! Winning Best Puppy in Breed and was also short listed for Best in Show at the East Anglian Gundog Open Show. Breed judge was Tina Beswick (Cachel). 02-03-04/10/2009 We had a fantastic few days away showing Dolly. First show was Driffield Championship Show where Dolce was placed 4th in the Puppy Class under Breed Judge Dawn Young (Canyon). The second show was the Yorkshire Cocker Spaniel Club Open Show and we were thrilled that Dolly won two classes and was awarded Best Puppy in Show under breed judge Mike Wildman. See photo below...
Sunday saw us showing closer to home at the East Anglian Cocker Spaniel Open Show were Dolly was placed 1st and 2nd under judge Coral Morris (Riondel). 27/09/2009 Dolly had another lovely win today at the Gt Yarmouth & District Canine Society's Open Show, winning Best Puppy and Gundog Puppy Group 2 under springer spaniel breeder Ann Corbett (Trimere). 12-13/09/2009 We had a good weekend away with Dolly. On Saturday we went to the Lancashire Cocker Spaniel Clubs Championship Show, sadly Dolly was unplaced by judge Tom Graham (Nyrilam) a welsh springer/sussex spaniel breeder. Thank you to all those really sweet people that came over and complimented us on Dolce she really is turning into a beautiful young bitch. On Sunday we headed down to Richmond Championship Show where we were very pleased Dolce was awarded Reserve in a very strong puppy class under the well respected breed specialist, Patricia Bentley ( Canigou). Here are a few photos:-
31/08/2009 We had a lovely day at the Suffolk Kennel Associations Open Show with our niece and the dogs. Dolce did us proud winning the Breed Puppy Class, Best Puppy in Breed and Puppy Group 3.
Click on this link to see a video of Dolly Showing:- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64_WHuKpd18
Dolly has now had her first heat and is developing and maturing well, now I have removed some of her puppy fluff we can now see the beautiful girl underneath!
24/08/2009 We received this photo from Nicola Bennet, of sweet little Gertie and her best mate Flo enjoying themselves on the beach - thanks Nic x
21/08/2009 We had visitors today. Peter and Vanessa brought the handsome Tarka (Tinker's litter brother) to see us. It was lovely to see him again and looking so well, very fit and in beautiful condition, he really is a credit to them. Here is a few photo of the little man.
16/08/2009 Today I took Dolce to The Home Counties Cocker Spaniel Club Open Show. Judge for the day was Miss D Richie (Gwendariff). Dolce was placed 3rd in a strong puppy class. We had a very good day with a lovely lunch and good company. 08/08/2009 Fantastic News! Dolce's grandfather - Lujesa Ecstasy was made up to a Show Champion today at the Bournemouth Championship Show. Many congratulations to his breeders Sue & Annie Kettle. 19/07/2009 We had a brilliant weekend out at shows. On Saturday we went to Tamworth & District Canine Societies Open Show where Dolce was declared Best Puppy in Breed under Breed judge Paula Witham (Arrifana). We then headed on up to Malvern to the Cocker Spaniel Club Championship Show where Dolce was placed 3rd in the puppy class. Cocker Club is our favorite show, the ringside was packed with crowds as usual, with a great atmosphere. There were lots beautiful cockers to watch and it was great to catch up with friends. Here are a few photos...
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11/07/2009 A good day was had at the East of England Championship Show today, Dolce was placed 2nd in the Minor Puppy Bitch Class under breed specialist Barbara Ward (Wensum). |
27/06/2009 Today we took Tinker and Dolce to the Cockers Online Walk at Orwell Country Park. The dogs had a great time and really enjoyed getting as wet and dirty as possible!
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We had a lovely day at the Newmarket and District Open Show. The weather was glorious and it was interesting to watch the obedience competitions that were taking place. Our friends Viv & Val who run our local training club were competing with their collies. I am just fascinated by what they have achieved with their dogs they truly are dedicated and the dogs love it! Dolce was placed 2nd in the Cocker Spaniel puppy class. Here are a few photos.
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13/06/2009 A good day out showing with friends today at the South West Essex Canine Associations Open Show. Our Dolce won the puppy class and went on to win Best Puppy in breed under breed Judge Gwen Barber (Mayay) |
07/06/2009 Thanks to Glynn & Pricilla for sending us this photo of the lovely Louie. Louie is lucky to be taken all over the country in their caravan and will soon be spending several months on his holidays in France. Thanks for taking great care of him x
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24/05/09 Dolce's first general open show and she did us proud winning the puppy class and Best Puppy in Breed at Edwinstowe & District Canine Society's Open Show under judge Mr David Howarth (Arkview) |
17/05/2009 We had a great time up in Scotland for a few days with Dolce. The weather wasn't great and was very cold but we stayed in a lovely farmhouse B&B and enjoyed the break. On Friday we attended the Scottish Kennel Clubs Championship Show where Dolce was awarded 3rd place in the Minor Puppy Bitch Class. |
09/05/2009 A busy few days out showing, Friday me and Dolce went to The National Dog Show in Stafford. Dolce was awarded VHC in a strong minor puppy class under John Gillespie (Lochranza). Saturday saw us in Northampton at The Solid Colours Cocker Spaniel Associations Open Show. Dolce was 2nd in Minor Puppy Bitch and was also declared Best Black & Tan in Show under Carol Share-Jones (Sharemead). This was Dolce's first experience of staying away from home and she was completely unfazed, taking everything in her stride and as always she showed her socks off for me - you can't ask more than that! Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to come and admire Dolce she really loves the attention and we are very proud of her |
04/05/2009 On Bank Holiday Monday I judged cocker spaniels at Banbury & District Canine Associations Open Show in Coventry. I had an good entry of 28 and although there were a few abseentees I had some lovely cockers to assess. Best of Breed was a very sweet black bitch Lujesa Daniella at Weyhill, RBOB was a super liver roan Lawnswae Ribbon and Best Puppy was a lovely black pup Quintavia Rock N Rose. Many thanks for a great day. On the way home we called in to see Jazzy who lives with Jenny & Jim. It was lovely to see her and have a cuddle here are some photos I took of Jazzy & Adam...
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26/04/2009 Today we went to the West of England Ladies Kennel Society Championship Show in Malvern, Worcestershire. Dolce thoroughly enjoyed herself and gained a reserve place in the Minor Puppy Bitch Class. There are some up to date photos of her taken at the show on her page & Photo Gallery 2 courtesy of Graham Turner (Jalanuki) Thanks Graham :-)
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24/04/2009 Today we received some photos from two Keladity owners. First up is a lovely photo of Jazzy, posing in her garden. We shall shortly be paying Jazzy a visit and can't wait to see to her again! .
Below is a lovely photo of Bliss out on her walk, who is Jazzy's beautiful daughter. Many thanks to Nathalie & family ......
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Wow! What a start! We had a fantastic day at The East Anglian Cocker Spaniel Society Breed Championship Show. On her first outing at just 6 months old our Dolce (SH CH Lochranza for Your Eyes Only X SH CH Lujesa Dolce Piselli JW) Won a well filled quality Minor Puppy Bitch Class & Best Minor Puppy Bitch in Show. Many thanks to Mrs Shinkfield (Notrella) for appreciating Dolce, she really did do us proud and showed her little socks off. Many thanks to friends and fellow exhibitors for all your kind comments and congratulations and of course special thanks to Sue & Annie Kettle at Lujesa for allowing Dolce to join our small kennel. Here she is at home after the show with her winnings..
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22/03/2009 More seminars this weekend.... On Saturday I attended a grooming seminar organised by the East Anglian Cocker Spaniel Club. Michael Parkinson (Dillonpark) gave an indepth grooming demonstration which was really interesting and then we all had a go on our own dogs. Tinker now has beautifully trimmed feet! Today I went to a talk in Cambridge about Hip Dysplasia in dogs given by vet Helen Papworth MA VetMB MRCVS and the Canine Herpes Virus by Caroline Conacher from Meriel. |
Today I attended another excellent seminar/educational day organised by the Southern English Springer Spaniel Society in aid of the Cambridge University research project into Canine Hepatitis. The Seminar was aptly called 'Sex on Sunday' and started with a practical morning talk hosted by Lynne Hennessey of the Ritzilyn Golden Retrievers who has over 40 years experience in stud work. Lynne's light hearted presentation included video clips, practical tips inc mental and physical preparation of the stud dog and the considerate and effective handling of stud dogs and visiting bitches. The afternoon session was hosted by Keith Shea (Fit & Fertile Ltd) who gave a more scientific presentation of the biology of Canine Reproduction, Freezing semen for future generations and Artifical Insemination. It was a very informative day and i'm sure will be of great benefit to us when we decide to keep stud dogs. |
It was lovely to receive an e-mail and photos today from the Browning Family with an update about Tarka. 'He is doing great, and is well behaved, most of the time. Only a tiny incident with a small fruit cake that vanished the week before christmas!! Cling film, ribbon and paper left as evidence on the floor!! As you can see, he still LOVES his ball... carries it around all the time.'
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23/01/2009 It's a very sad day today for our family as my parents oldest cocker spaniel Pepsi (our Ebony's Granny) had to be put to sleep to prevent further suffering. Pepsi was 13 years old and had lived a very healthy and happy life until recently. Rest in Peace Peps we will miss you xxx
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18/01/2009 Today I attended a seminar as an observer 'Learning the Language of the Dog' held by one of the local training clubs I go to and hosted by Sarah Jenkins from Groveshill Dog Whisperers. It was an interesting day and certainly was very thought provoking. Some members took along their dogs that they were having problems with and it was interesting to see how Sarah advised them to deal with their behavioural problems. I am looking forward to catching up with them in a few weeks to see how they are getting on. |
We wish you all health, wealth & happiness in the New Year! Introducing, Dolce a new addition to the Keladity Kennel.
Lujesa Dolce Fiore (SH CH Lujesa Dolce Piselli x SH CH Lochranza For Your Eyes Only) Many thanks to Sue & Annie Kettle at Lujesa Cocker Spaniels |
My mum recently found some photos up...here are a few to give you a giggle....
This was my first dog! She was called Tolly and she came everywhere with me. She kind of looked like a cocker but was a definate mismarked!
Here is a photo of the many mini dog shows we had in our back yard. How corrupt my mum and my nextdoor neighbour were the judges!!! Here are a few of me showing Rosie, one of my parents cockers in 2000...
Finally to finish some horsey photos...
Betty - Pantaur Braken
Danny Boy
The only photo I have of Milly - Military Bay the lovely thoroughbred I was lucky enough to be able to care for and ride.
The great Zalgoletta my great grandads prized arabian.
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