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DOG-SHOW 2011:Unfortunately, due to various complications and unforseen circumstances, will not be held this year. Sorry for any disappointment, but maybe in the future....never say never!DOG-SHOW 2010Gentle breeze? Check. Brilliant blue skies? Check. Charity stalls, refreshments; a multitude of dogs, kids, friends, relatives, deck-chairs, picnics, record number of entries? Check. In short, all the ingredients for a perfect 23rd Dogshow, this year in aid of Northern German Shepherd Welfare, a worthy cause for whom £500 was raised. SEE BELOW FOR PHOTOS AND CLASS-WINNERS.
Everyone and their dog seemed to have a great time, and that's what it's all about! Below: happy crowds relaxing in the sun.
Such was the volume of entries that the show started half-an-hour later than planned. Many thanks to everyone for waiting. Below: Ginny Oates and Sarah Eaton, besieged by entrants; some of the Charity stalls.
Deputy Mayor, Councillor Carl Milson, who opened the proceedings, proved extremely versatile; not only judging and presenting prizes, but also announcing louder than the ailing PA system....Hornsea's first Town Crier, maybe? Below: Making himself heard! Mayor's Choice: with Katherine Whincup and Mollie.
There was hot competition for the Pedigree classes, with an unprecedented number of gorgeous entrants. Below: Best puppy, Best Pedigree/Sporting, BIS contenders, Best non-sporting/Best in Show.
Following a parade of happily re-homed German Shepherds (thus proving that any dog of any breed, whatever its size or reputation, can, with kind and consistent handling, make an excellent pet) the bond between Man and Dog was ably demonstrated by Carol and Frosty, of Canine Partners, Frosty, who is trained to aid disabled people, can remove items of clothing, fill and empty a washing-machine or washing-basket, as well as fetch things from cupboards ( but always in his own inimitable way!) For further details: http://www.caninepartners.co.uk/
Below: a small selection of the many gorgeous dogs who paid us a visit: Jace, Toby, Mia, Mrs. Bulldog, Lily, and a bizarre crossbreed who muscled in on the sausage-race.
Before the Novelty classes commenced, there was plenty more going on. Jill had everyone guessing the weight of Sally, whilst poor Jude was getting drenched in a good cause!
The second half of the show, Judged by Ian Goldthorpe and stewarded by Angie Brown, comprised fun and novelty classes. Below: Rescued dogs: (just look at Reserve Louis, the 3-legged Lurcher with Attitude and a pub to defend!): Bod, the glamorous crossbreed, Best Veteran George, and Ann Toogood's Brace, inc. 15-year-old Heidi!
And so on to the Best Young Handlers, always a popular class, and one to be encouraged in the next generation of responsible dog-owners. The standard achieved is always outstanding, especially amongst the younger age-group, and the coveted trophies extremely well-deserved. Special thanks to Elaine Wood, who judged the 7-11-year-olds, and to Lynda Downie, the 11-15-year-olds judge. Below: winners Tom Akehurst with Benson, and Eleri Pollard with Binnie.
LIST OF OVERALL WINNERS: (First names are those of dogs!) Best Puppy: Sebastian Colby (Reserve): Daddy Le-Pine Best sporting: Pip Benson/ Best Pedigree: Pip Benson Best non-sporting: Ronnie Akester Best in Show: Ronnie Akester (Reserve:) Seb Colby Mayor's Choice: Mollie Whincup Best Rescued:Conner Brown Best Crossbreed: Rosie Grimwood Best Veteran: George Frost Best Brace: Ziggy & Sam Hampshire Young Handler Under 11 years: Tom Akehurst, with Benson Young Handler over 11 years: Eleri Pollard, with Binnie Waggiest tail: Sammy Brown Dog most like its owner: Ziggy Hampshire Best biscuit-catcher: Bonnie Pollard Proceedings concluded with the traditional hilarious sausage-race, in which the winner is the dog that doesn't eat the sausage!! Many thanks to all who attended, all who gave their time, and those who sponsored and supported us. And finally, below, some memories of a very happy day. The smiles on the faces of the Shepherd Welfare team sum it up: the annual show's always fun, but its primary aim is to raise money for dogs in need, because sadly, not all dogs are as loved and well-adjusted as our own. We hope our small contribution will help the less fortunate achieve the happy lives they deserve.
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