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New website is now LIVE  (obedienceuk) 07/01/2025 12:01

Yes, you are here on the new website, no matter how you got here, ALL links now point to the NEW website.

For those that see the Username: Guest above and expected to see your own username, then you need a new password.

Either use Messenger to message me (Les Perry) or email me (obedienceuk@gmail.com).

New WINNERS Database  (obedienceuk) 20/01/2025 09:01

I've been asked to have a database of WINNERS on the site.

This would be a huge task to integrate within the site, but I have customised a freely available 'package' sourced from DaDaBIK and hosted on my own server.

It's accessible from the SHOW REPORTS menu as item 'WINNERS Database'.

The public access is using username 'info' and password 'info'.

What I intend is to supply Show Secretaries with their own usernames & password which will allow them to enter their show's winners.

Comments please.

MOST COMMON PROBLEM  (obedienceuk) 05/01/2025 12:01

It appears that the most common problem is that the link in the email you receive to choose your password does not work.
When you request a link email by the Forgot link it generates a new email to you with a new link. Each time you request the link the old link becomes invalid for your email address.

So it’s important you are clicking the link in the latest email.

I suggest you wait a while then do the request once (only once) and wait for THAT email.

Join us on our new facebook group  (ObedienceUK) 28/07/2023 05:07

Our facebook group has now changed name to ObedienceUK.net so just click the Facebook icon on here (above on right) and JOIN.

If you are still on the original ObedienceUK group you are in the WRONG group.

I've just uploaded the schedule for BAGSD Birmingham South (Cosely), Open, 30th March 2025. Thanks to Bryan Luckock.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Down District DTC, Open, 26th April 2025. Thanks to Miriam de Groot .

I've just uploaded the schedule for Phoenix ODC, Open, 27th April 2025. Thanks to Joanne Woodhead.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Sheffield GSD Society, Open, 13th April 2025. Thanks to Sue Bean.

Can someone point me towards previous years Crufts score sheets please.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Eastleigh to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Plantation Park Weekend, 3 x Open, 25th,25th & 26th May 2025. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Loughborough DTC, 17th (Open) & 18th (Championship) May 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Rugby DTC, Championship, 4th May 2025. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

On Behalf of the remaining club and Committee members of Plymouth DTC

I regret to announce that following the sad and sudden passing of Rita Goodfellow, the remaining committee and members of Plymouth DTC have made the difficult decision to cancel all future obedience shows. It has not been easy to do so, and the many offers of help were appreciated but it is not viable for a number of reasons.
The support given by everyone to help, judge and generally support the shows over the years has been tremendous but it is now time to call it a day.
If you had agreed to judge at any of the future shows please can you contact me to let me know. The Committee are in the process of getting all the clubs paperwork from Rita’s family and will be in contact with judges etc in due course.
Please also direct any questions to me at this time.
Sue Garner.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Carmarthen Canine Society, 18th (Championship), 19th (Open), 20th (Championship) April 2025. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for the Eastleigh 2 x C Capped Show. Thank to Rebecca Coleman.

I am looking for volunteers to fill the last three positions pretty please. I need one A judge, one B judge and one C judge. If camping it is free for yourself and steward Friday, Saturday and Sunday night, plus a bottle of wine and expenses. We are having mixed classes this year and once I have judges the schedule can go out.

I've just uploaded the Class Draw Lists for the British Competitive Obedience Society (19th January). Thanks to June Le Fevre.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Culverstone DTC, 19th (Open) & 20th (Championship) July 2025. Thanks to Jo Newman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Leven & District DTC, Open, 12th April 2025. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for West Suffolk DTS, 2 x Open, 7th & 8th June 2025. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lanarkshire Canine Training Association, Championship, 27th April 2025. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

Love the look of the new site, however, not at all keen on using American date format (year, month day) think this may be quite confusing for some of our older members ... of which I am one!

It's been suggested that, as we have the Post Code against the Show's, that we can link to Google Maps. So I've done this today. Click the Post Code and it should open Google Maps.

HELP PLEASE!!

I am helping Kelly out looking for some Judges for the Coventry shows which is the Friday 11th and Saturday 12th July.

I am looking for:

Friday
1 x B Judge
2 x C Judges

Saturday
1 x B Judge
1 x C Judge

Free camping for Judges and Stewards and the most fabulous lunch.

Looking forward to receiving hundreds of offers

Tammy

I've just uploaded the running order (and full class lists) for the Wirral Alsatian Training Society Capped Open Show. Thanks to Anne Westover.

Your next Regional OLC meeting will be on 11th January 2025 from 1.30pm to 2.30pm, at Solihull Lodge Community Centre, Grafton Road, B90 1NJ

https://maps.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x4870b936ebc42bf1:0x3ae022e3a15e8dde?entry=s&sa=X&ved=1t:8290&hl=en-gb&ictx=111

If anyone is interested I have 60 tablets 5mg Fortekor Tablets for dogs - going free.
They were for my older collie who had kidney failure.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the GSD Club of Wales, Open, 6th April 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Sherborne Vale DTC, Open, 13th April 2025. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

OK, I'm going to switch OFF the old site on Monday. PLEASE get your passwords for the new site NOW via the FORGOT link on obedienceuk.name

I've just uploaded the schedule for BCOS, 19th January 2025. Thanks to Anita Neal.

I've been working on this new format for the main ObedienceUK website (replacement ObedienceUK.net), and it's finally ready for you to view it. The web address is currently ObedienceUK.name (to distinguish it from the live site ObedienceUK.net) and you are all initially GUESTS to the site. The site is probably 99% up-to-date with memberships transferred from this site, but you need to follow the FORGOT link to retrieve your password by entering your email address (if your email address on the original site is wrong then you'll need to contact me to correct it obedienceuk@gmail.com).

https://obedienceuk.name

Let me know your thoughts here. Give me a chance to respond.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Scottish Kennel Club, Championship, 5th April 2025. Thanks to Franny Herron.

I've just uploaded the full class running orders for the Downlands Obedience Group. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the North East Border Collie Club, Open, 6th April 2025. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Preston & Fylde GSD Club, 2 x Open, 21st & 22nd June 2025. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

I've just uploaded the running order (and full class lists) for Lisburn & District DTC. Thanks to Daisy Mulcahy.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Diss & Harleston DTC, 4 x Open, 18th, 19th, 20th & 21st April 2025. Thanks to Suzanne Walker.

Sad News – Bryan Oram
I am sad to report the passing of Bryan Oram. For many years Bryan, with his various dogs was a keen competitor at obedience shows and an active supporter of the sport.
Together with his wife Sylvia they were the stalwarts in the running of the Leicester Dog Training Club. Bryan was also the organiser of the very popular annual obedience show run by the club.
Bryan will be sadly missed by his many friends
We send our condolences to his wife Sylvia and family.
Rest in peace old friend.......
Roger Gunby, on behalf of his friends
The family of Bryan are trying to find a loving home for his remaining dog Mirk, a 10 year old Border Collie, whom Bryan worked in obedience until he retired from the sport. If anyone is interested in giving Mirk a loving home, please message me and I will put you in touch with his daughter.
Funeral Arrangements : For those wishing to attend the funeral.
The funeral will be held on Wednesday, 18th December at Great Glen Crematorium, 9 London Road, Great Glen, Leicester, LE8 9DJ at 1.30pm, followed by a wake at The Royal British Legion, 4A Wigston Road, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5QA. Family Flowers and any donations to Freedom of Spirit Trust for Border Collies.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Bangor (Co Down) & District DTC, Open, 22nd February 2025. Thanks to Ashleigh McKittrick.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Solihull to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for a BCOS - Grand Prix Qualifying Show, on 29th December 2024. Thanks to Anita Neal.

Hi all we at Leven & District Dog Training Club are looking for a Pre Beginner/Beginner judge for our Open Obedience show on 12th April 2025. If there is anyone out there who can do this for us, we would be much obliged, any expenses involved will be covered. please pm me Sam Perkins by PM or Email (prinske1947sre@yahoo.com. Many Thanks.

After some really tough decisions and juggling the breeds around, Lyn, Mavis and myself have great pleasure in announcing the Team Purple for Crufts 2025.
Beginners Heather Mills and Westoning Imperial Twix WS
Beg Res Christine Charlton Jozarerdalau Nellie GSD
Novice Susie Wheeler Malaridge Wannabe A Popstar WS
Carole Hanney Stockyard Mity Black Kiowa Aus sh.
Class A Emma Smith Evaluc Dream Maker WS
Sarah Squires Staverton Wesley GR
Class B Annette Dowd Corneroak Golden Nyx GR
Class C Tracy Ansell Chalkwell Worth a Shot Standard Poodle
Welcome to you all and many congratulations.
Thank you to everyone for your applications, every single one of you did yourselves proud, better luck next year.
Lou, Lyn and Mavis.

I am sorry to inform everyone that today we lost a very special lady, Rita Goodfellow, Her son rang me this morning to say Rita passed away peacefully today. I am as shocked as you all are.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Eastleigh & District DTC, Capped Open, 2 x Class C, on 9th February 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the full running orders for Solihull DTC 2 x C & 1 x Beginner. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the Class Lists for the November BCOS 2015 Qualifier Shows. Thanks June Le Fevre.

Midland Team Try Outs Crufts 2025
Thank you all for your team applications and for supporting Team Purple. The try out day is to be held on Saturday 23rd November 2024, (this isn’t a competition but will enable us to see you and your dog work in a competitive environment) at:
Tomlinsons Canine Centre,
Upper Grange Farm,
Ratby Lane, Markfield. LE67 9RJ.
Directions: From M1 J.22. Take A50 towards Leicester. At 1st roundabout turn right towards Ratby. We are situated about ½ mile from the first roundabout on the right and just before a right hand bend.
Arrival Time: 9-30am for 10-00am start. (Please note that NOBODY, EXCEPT ORGANISERS, WILL BE ADMITTED BEFORE 9-30am, gates will be shut and queuing on road outside is dangerous . We also need time to set up)
We will be starting with novice. Followed by beginners.
There will be a full running order so please check when you arrive.
Spectators are welcome to bring their dogs but unfortunately they will not be allowed to train in the hall and please be mindful of people preparing their dog to work as space is limited.
Catering is available eg: Bacon, eggs, burgers, chips, cakes, tea and coffee .
We are very fortunate to secure this centrally located venue so please take note of the following:
NO DOGS OFF LEAD as this is a working kennels and kennel dogs are being exercised.
You may walk your dogs on lead around the grassed tracks around the paddocks. Beyond the paddock is a public footpath across fields which could be muddy.
Please take a towel to clean your dog off before bringing into the training hall.
If anyone has barking dogs please park behind the building to keep peace with the locals.
Please clean up after your dogs, there are plenty of waste bins available.
Although you are under no obligation to stay on after your work out, this is a team event and as such we would really appreciate that you stay on to support the rest of the applicants.
Looking forward to seeing you all on the big day, don’t forget to bring some pocket money to spend on the tombola which is going to be fabulous with loads of lovely prizes that people have generously donated. Above all, please enjoy the day.
Lou, Lyn and Mavis.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Scottish Border Collie Club, Open, 26th April 2025. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Downlands Obedience Group on 8th December. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Solihull to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Newton Heath 2 x Class B. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lisburn & District DTC, Open, 7th December 2024. Thanks to Daisy Mulcahy.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Eastleigh Winter Series 2 x B. 19th January 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Elmrock Capped Open Show, 12th January 2025. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Wigton DTC. Thanks to Anne Westover.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the Eastleigh 2 x Class A Capped Show. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Burnbank DTC, Championship, 3rd May 2025. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Solihull to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath Capped Open Show, 2 x Class C only. 29th March 2025. Thanks to Lorraine Murphy.

I've just uploaded the schedule for BCOS - Grand Prix Final 2024 + GPQ Show for 2025. 23rd & 24th November 2024. Thanks to Anita Neal.

I've just uploaded the full running orders for the Ditton Capped Show. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I started in Obedience back in the early 80’s and won my first Beginners in July 1985 and progressed with my two dogs through Beginners, Novice and A and got a couple of places in B until the early 90’s when I changed job and could no longer compete.
In those days we would not have dreamed of doing training rounds, nor did we have dogs that had to be so precise with robotic heelwork as to not lose lots of points.
Over the years we have taken on a number of older rescue dogs and so Obedience was not really for us.
Coming back into the sport in 2022, I was appalled to see that the standard in the lower classes is so much lower than we were expected to perform back in the 80’s with less exercises in each class and with such a high number of training rounds in most classes.
Charlie Wyant used to say “you compete at the shows and train your dog at home”
Prior to being diagnosed with cancer in 2016 I was working Nov /A with a rescue from Battersea who had been running wild for some time up country and whowas carrying a lot of “baggage” from his past and I was also training a young collie puppy.
I really did struggle with the rescue dog in the ring as he had some major “trust” issues to overcome with strange people being around him. At club he was very good and very calm but at shows (and we did not do that many that year) he was very insecure.
I would always try to ask the judge before I start the round “if I need to turn it into a training round may I do so”?.
In this way it was my intention to compete in the class and would do the stays and often the scent exercise even if the ring exercises were hopeless. Every step forward we made even only a small one was a major achievement for us both which made me very pleased and gave my dog a little bit more confidence.
Eventually he qualified as a Cynophobia assistance dog which pleased me immensely as he had to overcome a lot of his problem issues.
In my opinion training rounds should only be used as a last resort.
How can you judge your improvements if you don’t see the scores coming down?
I am sad when I see the number of training rounds that now go on at shows. Firstly if those wanting to do training rounds didn’t enter the classes , the numbers of classes and judges needed would be reduced. If clubs had a manned training ring (with a judge) at their show where handlers paid a similar fee for the training ring as the class entry fee, clubs would not lose their income . If the dogs were entered NFC they could attend the show as normal and use the training ring
Mike Moloney

I've just uploaded the full running orders for Eastleigh 2 x Novice. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the full running orders for Solihull DTC 2 x A. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the Culverstone November Capped Show. Thanks to Jo Newman.

IMPORTANT
Wirral Alsatian Training Society Capped Obedience Show 25/01/2025 Class C Cap 90)
Please note we now have 2 Cs at the above show, thanks to Jackie B Ashmore. Look forward to receiving your entries. (all agreed with the Kennel club)
Cheers
Nicki Moss
Wirral ATS

Many thanks to all the lovely people who judged at the show last Sunday the weather was awful although I had ordered good weather the memo obviously went missing. Thanks also to all the lovely competitors who managed to still smile through out the wind and rain. Any way that show is done but I am looking to get judges for 13th April 2025 still needing intro prebbies beginner and novice. For 19th October 2025 looking for intro prebbies A B C and if we put it on again as trying for the first time in April ABC. If you can help with any judging please email me wild.lc50@gmail.com

Report added and also on both Obedience Facebook pages with picture.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Solihull to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Report posted

Results for Pre Beginner and Beginner classes on Saturday now in Reports.
Eunice

I've just uploaded the schedule for Wirral Alsatian Training Society, Capped Open, 25th January 2025. Thanks to Nicki Fildes-Moss.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Solihull Winter Capped Show (2 x Novice). Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for KCGCDTS Special Pre-Beginner Obedience Stakes and Beginners. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running order (and full class lists) for Sheffield GSD Society. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders for Solihull Winter Capped Show (2 x Class B). Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

At last we can breathe a big sigh of relief now that our first show at our lovely new venue was a success. The weekend started with a slight hiccup, the camping ground was too wet for the big motorhomes so we had to throw the ring plan out of the window and start again. The Elm Park team worked extremely hard and soon had it sorted. Thanks to all the campers for parking as requested with no moans or complaints. The final ring plan ended up a little more cosy than we originally planned but apart from that I think it went very well. I am sure over the next few years we will be tweaking things to make it better for everyone.

First of all a big thank you to Beechwood for allowing us to hold our show at their lovely venue and for being such a great bunch of people to deal with. A big thank you to the Elm Park members who worked tirelessly Friday, Saturday and Sunday to make the show a success, well done guys. Also thanks as usual to John and Kath Westell and Sue Starr for helping out. To Lyn, Steve Parmiter, Les Willis, Mick and Lyn Johnson who aren't members but always lend a hand.

Thanks to Paula Kenny and Sandra Barnes who stepped in at the last minute to replace two judges who had to step down. Also thanks to Richard Kebble for being our Chief Steward.

Thank you to all our judges and stewards who gave up their day. To run this weekend we usually need around 70 plus judges/stewards. Without these lovely people there would not be an Elm Park weekend.

Congratulations to our ticket winners, Saturday - Trish Jones with ObCh Longwaves Cloudy Sky for winning the dog ticket and Victoria Cook with Lupitoonz Dance Monkey for winning the girls ticket and this was Victoria's first ticket ever - fabulous.
Sunday - Lorna Hilton with ObCh Zanyway Great Expectations for winning the dog ticket and Mary Ray with ObCh Sarkam Sings the Blues for winning the girls ticket.

Also congratulations to all the winners of the other classes.

So our first show at the new venue came to a close. The weather was fairly kind to us just a bit of drizzle on Sunday. We felt it was a great atmosphere and the Elm Park team hope everyone enjoyed the weekend with the show at the new venue. Those of us from Elm Park that camped finished off with a lovely meal at The Taz on Sunday evening - yum, yum.

See You all next year, when we can do it all again.

Julie

For those of you who remember Gail Waddington, I'm sad to say that after a long illness she passed away yesterday. Gail had much success with her dogs especially her wonderful Jack who she will now be reunited with. I will post funeral details when they are available.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the Plymouth DTC Weekend to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Sam Nicol's pictures from the Welsh Dragon Dog Club Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Hello, I want to do some obedience competitions with my dog. Just wondering what the rules are for carrying treats/toys in the ring?

Are these lower levels allowed to praise the dog mid comp? I have not competed for 20 odd years!

Thank you!

One of our Novice judges is looking for a steward due to her original steward is poorly. It Novice 3 with an entry 46 breakfast lunch and reasonable expenses will be offered. If anyone can help please contact me Linda Wild 07885 545042 or Carol Boulton on messenger

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath DTC Capped Show (2xB) on 16th November 2024. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

I've just uploaded the running order (and full class lists) for Newton Heath DTC Capped Show. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the Downlands Obedience Group. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

Just to advise that as the introductory & prebeginner class entries have been so high we have had to split intro and prebbies this also means that prebbies will start at the same time as the other classes rather than after intro finishes. Intro judge will be Dawn Cox, Prebeginner Liz Biship
Novice 1 will now be judged by David Wassell

Please note we have again been let down at last minute with the food van, so sorry no on site food. We are happy to make hot & cold drinks for a donation to our charity.
On Saturday pre-beginners and Beginners will now be judged by Mrs Eunice Pearson
On Sunday Pre-beginners will be judged by Mrs Wendy Callachan, and will commence at 9.30
KCGCPre- Beginner stakes & beginners will be Judged by Mrs Pat Thompson.
Please note beginners will commence approx 2pm

On a cheery note Lee Moor will be having a meal deal on Friday plus Bingo.
So come along and have fun with the villagers.see you all at the weekend of Pkymoth show.
Rita

I've just uploaded Richard Moss's pictures from the GSD Club of Wales Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Wirral ATS Winter show 25/1/2025.
Any one willing to do a C for us at the above show. Venue is Kelsall Equestrian centre. Great working surface. Please contact me on messenger or 07754 679684.

Pretty please.

Cheers

Nicki Moss

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lisburn & District DTC, KCGCDS Special Pre-Beginner Stakes Heat Only. Thanks to Daisy Mulcahy.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the BCOS Bitesize Show. Thanks to Zoe Gilbert.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Midlands Border Collie Club. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders for the Aberdeen Canine Training Society. Thanks to Alison Robertson.

GSD Club of Wales Championship Show - 29th Sept 2024 - Monmouthshire Showground

We have a change of judge for our Pre-Beginner and Beginner classes. Carla Parker will now judge these classes replacing Jen Wyatt.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Plymouth DTC. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's picture from Birmingham & District GSDA Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Elm Park. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Welsh Dragon Dog Club. Thanks to Pat Werner.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Eastleigh & District DTC Winter Series, Capped Open, 2 x Class A, 24th November 2024. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Birmingham & District GSDA Championship Show (Sunday) to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Birmingham & District GSDA Championship Show (Saturday) to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Broughton & Brigg Dog Training Group. Thanks to Sue Bean.

POLITE NOTICE
Campers please do not arrive before 11am (this is earlier than most shows). The helpers will need time to set up their units before they start work accepting the campers at 11am.
No-one will be allowed to park up their caravan before that time.
Kathy Hood

I've just uploaded the Running Orders (and full class lists) for the GSD Club of Wales. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the fourth Solihull Winter Series Show (2 x Class C & 1 x Beginner), Capped Open, 30th November 2024.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the third Solihull Winter Series Show (2 x Class A), Capped Open, 9th November 2024.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the second Solihull Winter Series Show (2 x Novice), Capped Open, 2nd November 2024.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the first Solihull Winter Series Show (2 x Class B), Capped Open, 19th October 2024.

Show report for East Kilbride Champ show posted on ObUk

Kit Clow

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Ditton DTC, Capped Open, 17th November 2024. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Lisburn DTC. Thanks to Daisy Mulcahy.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Second Winter Series Show (2 x Novice), Capped Open, 11th November 2024. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

Wirral Alsatian Training society Open Obedience show 6th July 2025.

Hi All
A vacancy has occurred for a B judge on the above date at Wirral. Any volunteers? Please contact me if you wish to volunteer. You can message me/or text me on 07754 679684.

Cheers

Nicki
Wirral ATS
Show secretary
08/09/2024

I've just uploaded Brian McGovern's pictures from Evolution Obedience Group Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Just to confirm change of Novice part 1 judge, this class will now be judged by David Wassell, many thanks to David for agreeing to judge this class for us

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the British Association of German Shepherd Dogs. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've decided to stop posting my notifications to X (formerly known as Twitter).

I've just uploaded the schedule for the first Winter Series Show (1 x Beginner & 1 x KCDCGS Special Pre-Beginner), Capped Open, 3rd November 2024. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Micheldever Obedience Training Club. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Evolution Obedience Group. Thanks to Victoria Cook.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Birmingham & District GSD Association. Thanks to Bryan Luckock.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Down Disctrict DTC. Thanks to Miriam de Groot.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Cornwall Dog Training Club. Thanks to Sue Mills.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Liskeard & District Canine Society. Thanks to Kay Allen.

I’m still a newbie compared to some but I attend lots of shows to get experience with my dog. The more shows I attend the more confused I get regarding the Judge’s marking. Some Judges go to the quarter point, others seem to deduct many marks for something another Judge has deducted a point for. When a dog runs amok in or out of the ring or has to be reminded and cajoled, this seems fairly obvious. However at a show I was competing at recently, in my class there were quite a few who made hand contact with their dog and several who had a taught lead during the heel exercises. On what I’ve read both of these are marked quite significantly but weren’t necessarily reflected on the mark sheet. During my class my dog sat for a recall and as I left her, she briefly scratched and then resumed a sit immediately. The recall was thereafter good. Came directly, sat in front perfectly straight and a good finish. The deduction seemed quite significant. Therein lies the mystery for me. When a Judge qualifies, do they receive an indication of what is deemed a major fault, down to what is deemed minor. Is Judging more objective or subjective? What can someone who is fairly new to the sport do to understand the marking?

CHESVALE DTC
OPEN SHOW 25TH AUGUST 2024
SHOW MANAGER’S REPORT

What a brilliant day.

After setting up in rain and wind, the weather gods were kind for show day with warm sunshine – perfect for humans and dogs. With only 5 rings (1 pre-beginner, 1 beginner and 3 novice) plus 2 training rings, we were able to have plenty of room for parking and exercising dogs.

There are always so many people involved in running a show and it is important that their efforts are noted, and they receive the praise they deserve.

Firstly, Clare Williams our club Honorary Secretary and show secretary. Without Clare the show could not take place as she does so much during the year up to the two shows we put on and then working like a trojan all day. So, a big thank you to her!

Team Chesvale is the best. From setting up on Saturday, arriving early Sunday morning to finish off making the showground perfect, managing the car parking and putting up tents. They do all of this with a smile on their face (possibly a grimace in some cases as we’re not as young as we were). Then after a long two days, they happily dismantled everything and stored it away. What a team! Jim Nokes, Norman Partridge, John Pepper, Keith Saunders, Alan Dyas, Steve Weston, Jane Byard, Paul Spencer.

Catering at Chesvale’s shows is renowned for being superb and this year did not disappoint. Fabulous food at lunch and then the most amazing cakes and cream teas for the afternoon. The catering team for lunch is Gail Nokes, Lynne Weston, Pauline Finn, Julia Yerrell and Stephanie Mayne. Afternoon teas were manned by Jo Dyas, Sally Partridge and Sharon Smith. Debs our competitor caterer also received glowing reports for the quality and cost of her food and drinks.

Wonderful Laura Wiley manned the training ring again and was busy all day! We supplied several chairs for those waiting to get Laura’s help and they were full all day. I know that the handlers were extremely grateful for Laura’s fantastic attitude and help. We also had a self-help ring which was also well used throughout the day. Thank you to Sheila Rodger for organising the waiting masses and taking the money. They took an amazing £126.00 for K9 Heroes which is our chosen charity for the show this year.

The tombola stall was well attended as usual and thanks to maggie Petit for manning the stall, taking £95.00 which will also go to K9 Heroes.

We had a surprise visit from members of the Gaddesdon branch of the Riding for the Disabled charity. They came to personally thank Chesvale for the donation of £1,000.00 we recently sent to them. A wonderful charity that really needs support for the great work they do.

My thanks must also go to the judges and their stewards. Sue Chambers who came to our rescue when Vanessa Sultana was unable to fulfil the appointment to judge pre-beginners (hope you’re better soon Vanessa). Carey Holah (beginners), Chris Milner, William Forest and Liz Jakeman (novice). Shows cannot run without committed judges who are prepared to give up their time, thank you for your time and your support of Chesvale DTC.

Finally, thank you to all the competitors and we hope you had a lovely day with us. See you at our next show on 4th May 2025 (pre-beg to B) and our show on 24th August 2025 (pre-beg – novice)

Carol Spencer

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Worcester to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedules for the Downlands Obedience Group Winter Shows, 4 x Capped Open, 20th October 2024, 8th December 2024, 25th January 2025, and 2nd March 2025. Thanks to Rhia Mulrenan.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the Cheltenham Championship & Open Shows to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Reports posted

A Dog Part 2 will now be judged by Hazel Daglish.

Thanks for stepping in Hazel - much appreciated 😊

Louise

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Cheltenham & District Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Change of judge for Chesvale show on 25th August 2024

Sue Chambers has kindly agreed to replace Vanessa Sultana as Pre-Beginner judge. Thank you also to Chrissie for agreeing to steward and Rachel for scoreboarding.

Get well soon Vanessa.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Great Baddow DTC. Thanks to Jackie Jackson.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Stanhope Agricultural Society. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Louth and District Dog Club. Thanks to Carol Mortimer.

Report for A Dog part 1 now in 'Reports'
Some lovely people were taking photos of the lineups - I'd love to see this one if possible. Thanks

Eunice

I've just uploaded Richard Moss's pictures from the Welsh KC Championship show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

Members can now add a picture (only 1 per report) against their show reports.

You can only add it to your own reports whilst they are still on the NEW REPORTS list on the ObUK.net website.

When you create your report it will be saved with your username (so only applicable to members who are 'logged in' when they create their report).

Having created your report it will appear on the New Reports list and there will be a camera icon against it.

Click the camera icon to upload your picture. The limit on the size of your picture is 1,500 bytes (so slightly below 1.5MB).

IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS LET ME KNOW.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for East Kilbride DTC. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Kilmarnock DTC. Thanks to Janice Mearns.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Aberdeen Canine Training Society, Capped Open, 29th September 2024. Thanks to Alison Robertson.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Wakefield DTC. Thanks to Sue Bean.

Report posted here and on Facebook. Picture on Facebook

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lisburn & District DTC, Open, 14th September 2024. Thanks to Daisy Mulcahy.

Beginners will commence once the judging of Pre-beginners is completed.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Worcester DTC. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Hi don't know if anyone can help but was at
Bath show yesterday 11th 08 and l have lost my phone and was wondering if anyone has found if would be very grateful if it's been found if you can let me l have reported as lost

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Bath Alsatian TC Open Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Woburn & District DTC Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Chesvale DTC. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Cheltenham & District D.T.C. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

Solihull 8th Aug Pre beginner and Beginner posted

The Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Training Scheme Special Pre-Beginner Obedience Stakes – Crufts 2025 qualifiers (up to 31.07.24)

Thank you to everyone who has supported the heats. Congratulations to all the qualifiers to date.



KCGCDTS SPBOS Grand Final

List of qualifying teams up to 31.07.24 (in qualifying order)

Megan Hyndman & Twinan That’s Exactly Right -Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Jodie Parry & Susie Que of Valgrays - Crossbreed

Beatrice Rolf & Fressinghill Spitfire -Cocker Spaniel

Goldie Chandler & Wispa's magic Minstrel -Cocker Spaniel

Kelly Harris & Illori Camiyah -Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Janet Wilson & My Belladonna -Australian Kelpie

Jenny Howe & Howz that Axel -Chihuahua

Laura Lloyd & Iceni Queen -Crossbreed

Gayl Sadler & Somanic It's Now or Never -Standard Poodle

Lisa Sergiew & Izzabella Tinkerbell -Shetland Sheepdog

Francessca Grimshaw & Miss Wizzabelle Wisp - Border Collie

Sarah Kelly & Ankercanis Gruffalo - Belgian Shepherd (Malinois)

Anika Mckenzie & Hawkenhurst Road to Morrocco - Labrador

Diane Bruce & Johnasta Jus Chalkie Among Launatzarben -Papillion

Jo Town & Eanie Meanie My Boy Mo -Miniature Poodle

Nick Burchell & Oryxes Kissing The Waves On Tivalake (Imp Can) -Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Ruth Braithwaite & Martha Mendips - WSD

Michelle Bean & Lightning Lex - WSD

Katy Green & Messano Mister Ed - Golden Retriever



KCGCDTS SPBOS Final for YKC Members

List of qualifying teams up to 31.07.24 (in alphabetical order)

Leela Craig-Thompson & Traethdu Thebe -Cocker Spaniel

Lilah Dunlop & Peggy Power - Crossbreed

Katy Green & Messano Mister Ed - Golden Retriever

Francessca Grimshaw & Miss Wizzabelle Wisp -Border Collie

Kiera Leslie & Stripehead Impact -Wirehaired Visla

Bonnie Lloyd & Bonnie's Biscuit - Cocker Spaniel

Kelsey McHenry & Night Flight -Border Collie

Anika Mckenzie & Hawkenhurst Road to Morrocco -Labrador

Reuben Parrish & Epsilon Clara Stelo -Crossbreed

Reuben Parrish & Proserpina Yamari -Border Collie

Beatrice Rolf & Fressinghill Spitfire -Cocker Spaniel

Beatrice Rolf & Pippilotta Starflight -Crossbreed

Chloe Sissons & Simbella The Great - Labrador

The Grand Final will take place at Crufts on Saturday 8th March 2025 and the Final for YKC members on Sunday 9th March 2025. Both finals will be held in the GCDTS ring Hall 3, NEC, Birmingham, West Midlands.

For further information about the heats please email gcds@thekennelclub.org.uk

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Ditton Dog Training. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Lisburn & District DTC. Thanks to Daisy Mulcahy.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for North East Obedience. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded my pictures from the Solihull DTC Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders for Bath Alsatian TC. Thanks to Steve Wiltshire.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Paignton to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded my pictures from Hatchford Brook Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from the Paignton Championship Show to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for Culverstone DTC, Capped Open, 10th November 2024. Thanks to Jo Newman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Yorkshire Dog Club. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Ramsey DTC. Thanks to Voirrey Horne.

Please remember to send your entry form and SAE to Moira after you have paid your entry fee on the Stanhope website.

Unfortunately Madge Thompson is unable to judge on Friday, so Dog CC will now be judges but Sue Garner

REMINDER: Entries close 7th August.

REMINDER: Entries close 6th August.

STANHOPE SHOW
Entries close 10th August
Please follow instructions shown on the schedule for how to pay. If you need to enter more than one class click on the arrows in the box next to the "Add to basket" box. You cannot select the class you want to enter BUT Moira will know once she gets your entry for. Send your entry form and SAE to Moira Jobling for your passes.

I've just uploaded Chris Parkin's pictures from the Middlesbrough & Redcar Weekend to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the schedule for the British Competitive Obedience Society, GP Qualifier, 5th October 2024. Thanks to Zoe Gilbert.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for the Royal Manx Agricultural Show. Thanks to Tracey Dawn Watt.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Lisburn & District DTC, Open, 10th August 2024. Thanks to Daisy Mulcahy.

Report now posted. Also on Facebook. Pictures are already on Facebook, posted by Culverstone club

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Danesford Obedience DTC. Thanks to Sue Bean.

Report posted - picture on Facebook

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Halstead DOC. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Woburn & District DTC. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Wigton DTC, Open, 16th November 2024. Thanks to Pat Wilson.

I've just uploaded the schedule for the Down District Dog Training Club, Open, 8th September 2024. Thanks to Miriam de Groot.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Midlands Border Collie Club, Capped Open, 6th October 2024. Thanks to Sue Bean.

Carol Bath is unable to judge on the Friday at Paignton, Di Fairfield has kindly stepped in to judge the class , A part 2.

Sue Garner

Change of judge for the above show 11th August Due to illness C will now be judges by Pat Werner Huge thanks to Pat and all best wishes to Andy

Midlands OLC members
Following my previous post, we gained a few more votes and comments on the proposals and discussion item coming up at the next OLC meeting on the Midlands Obedience Liaison Council fb page (thank you for those), but no more on the Midlands Obedience Liaison Council Group -Introductory to Beginner Handlers - in fact that has only managed one comment on one item. We can only represent your opinions if you let us know what they are.
The next OLC meeting is this coming Thursday (25th), so not much time left to register your opinions.
If you are not comfortable commenting/voting via fb, you can always pm Sheilagh Hyde Bev Smith or myself, or email us.

I will be taking the following rosettes to Hatchford Brook and Solihull shows, if they are not collected they will be disposed.
Carol Johnson 6th place
Angela Einon 6th place
Joan Kent 6th place
Linda Hewitson 6th place
Stephen Denton 5th place.

Ruth

I've just uploaded the schedules foe Sheffield GSD, Open & Obreedience, 20th October 2024. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the schedule for Newton Heath DTC, Open, 30th December 2024. Thanks to Julie Donohue.

Steward Required by Graham Wellings at Redcar DTC
Sunday 28th July for a Class C please contact either Jacki Muir or use Eileen's Messenger. Breakfast, Lunch and Camping provided.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists), plan Show Information document, for the West of England Border Collie Club. Thanks to Sue Bean.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for North West Kent DTC. Thanks to Teresa Paterson.

Thank you to those in the Midlands who have already voted and commented on the 2 proposals and discussion item, in readiness for the OLC meeting next week. In the great scheme of things, a very small proportion have registered their thoughts.
Remember, we can only represent the opinions of those who voice them.

I've just uploaded Jason Bath's pictures from Winchester to Out & About / flicker. Enjoy!

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Solihull DTC. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded the running orders (and full class lists) for Hatchford Brook DTC. Thanks to Rebecca Coleman.

I've just uploaded my pictures from Coventry 2 to Out & About / flickr. Enjoy!