GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB OF WALES TRAINING CLUB ACHIEVEMENTS 2007
Kennel Club Good Citizens Awards
6th October 2007 at Penyrheol Community Centre
In previous years these awards have been held on a training club night. This year the Puppy Foundation and Bronze Good Citizen Awards were held on a Saturday, to give the participants the time and space to concentrate on the exercises which would hopefully take them through the awards, and on to the next stages. The day went well with five entries on the Puppy Foundation, and three on the Bronze. Carol Miles is the trainer, but unfortunately was unable to attend due to ill health, although she is now recovering and back at class. Gwyneth Evans judged the awards, with Frankie Prosser as the steward seeing the puppies and young dogs through their paces.
The day however, did not go as planned! Unfortunately one of the puppies Blake was injured and unable to attend, but I am pleased to tell you that he is recovering well and Angela is back at training with him, but Blake will be taking it easy for a little while! The remaining four puppies did well, that they went on to complete the Bronze award on the same day. They joined three other young dogs to take their Bronze and again all participants did extremely well, although one or two wanted a little coaxing before they would show the judge how good they can be! It will take a little while for them to reach the requirements of the Silver Award as they are still very young, but they are all well on the way! The next event in the New Year will be the Silver and Gold Awards. Watch the notice board for dates.
PUPPY FOUNDATION: Alan Thomas and Billy. Gayna Hodges and Tilly. Maura Williams and Emma. Sue Taylor and Misty.
BRONZE AWARD: Alan Thomas and Billy. Carol Lewis and Freya. Debra Bird and Alfie. Gayna Hodges and Tilly. Maura Williams and Emma. Richard Mackin and Poppy. Sue Taylor and Misty
WELL DONE TO ALL OF YOU, AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU WHEN YOU TAKE YOUR 'GOOD CITIZEN SILVER AWARDS'!
The Kennel Club Good Citizen Award
Puppy Foundation - 30 January 2007 Judge - Gwyneth Evans
Richard Mackin & Poppy
Gavin James & Lilly
Carol Lewis & Freya
Natasha Rudge & Tobi
Sue Hunter & Charlie
Bronze - 30 January 2007 Judge - Gwyneth Evans
Rob Bleach & Ellie
Mike Harris & Megan
Caroline Pitt & Polar
Bill Molton & Barcus
Sherry Tirrell & Bubbles
Natasha Rudge & Taffy
Silver - 13 February 2007 Judge - Ian Selleck
Martin Chick & Zac
Julian Pottage & Elsa
Richard Moss & Tess
Lara Coulstock & Tilly
Gold - 27 February 2007 Judge - Ray Johnson
Julian Pottage & Elsa
Lara Coulstock & Tilly
A big thank you to all the judges and their stewards, and well done to all those who passed their Good Citizen's Awards.
Royvon Training School - Exemption Dog Show - 12 May 2007
This was an extremely good day for all who attended - especially those from the GRCW training club....Gwyneth, we didn't let you down!! The aim of the day was to raise money for nominated charities. Aside from the obedience and show rings, Royvon arranged a special novelty class judged by the designer Julian MacDonald. Bouncy castles for the children, craft stalls and for those eager to learn, grooming and behavioural talks were available. Despite the rain, several members from the training club attended and I think they will agree it was a fun day!! Thank you Gwyneth & Royvon and all those who supported.
Beginners Obedience Judge: Jackie Kelly
1st - Debra Bird & Peggy
2nd - Carol Lewis & Freya
3rd - Carol Lewis & Milly
4th - Sarah Lewis & Molly
5th - Chris Bird & Alfie
Tryers Obedience Judge: Gwyneth Evans
4th - Elizabeth Silvester & Honey
Advanced Obedience Judge: Terry Dowman
2nd - Lara Coulstock & Molly
3rd - Debra Bird & Peggy
Breed Best pedigree 6-12 months Judge: John Prosser
4th - Saffron Williams & Dylan
Sporting
1st - Lara Coulstock & Molly
Open
1st - Lara Coulstock & Molly
2nd - Sarah Lewis & Molly
Best in Show - Lara Coulstock & Molly (cup winner)
Best Junior Dog Handler: 10 - 15 Years
1st - Sarah Lewis
4th - Saffron Williams
Overall Best Junior Dog Handler - Head to Head: Under 10yrs v 10-15 yrs - Sarah Lewis (cup winner)
Novelty classes Judge: Julian MacDonald
Handsomest Rescue
2nd - Chris Bird & Alfie
3rd - Elizabeth Silvester & Buzby
Best Cross Breed
2nd - Elizabeth Silvester & Buzby
Waggiest Tail
2nd - Elizabeth Silvester and Buzby
3rd - Rob Bleach & Ellie
Prettiest Bitch
2nd - Teresa Silvester & Honey
Training Classes are held every Tuesday Evening
at Penyrheol Community Centre, Caerphilly.
Classes start at 7.00pm with Puppy Socialising
followed by Ringcraft, Pet Obedience and Competition Obedience
Easter Parade March 2007
The GRCW verses the TRCW - Winner 2005 - Labrador -
Harvey Major's Tabatha's Chivalry Over Linjor