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1933 Application Registration of Title
Received by the Kennel Club 2nd December 1933Reasons for
application for registration and adopting the proposed title :
“The try and again made the Collie one of the popularBritish
breeds. The Association to be a club with membersdrawn from the
British Isles, but the members of thecommittee, other than the
President to be elected frommembers living within 100 miles of
London and to fosterinterest in the breed by guaranteeing classes
for them indistricts where there are members”.
1938 Charles Crufts dies
1938 Charles Crufts dies
1939 Outbreak of World World II
Collie Association inactive during this period
1936Crufts Golden Jubilee
10,650 entries – 80 breeds
1936Crufts Golden Jubilee
10,650 entries – 80 breeds
1934Registration of Title granted in JanuaryMrs N George -
Secretary
1934Registration of Title granted in JanuaryMrs N George -
Secretary
MRS M. I. (ZOË) RHYS[HUGHLEY]
MRS M. I. (ZOË) RHYS[HUGHLEY]
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sells rights for the Crufts show to Kennel Club
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Championship Shows returned after the war, but confirmed to
breed club events. Only four sets of challenge certificates
available. Collie Association allocated two sets for 1946 and
47Shows were stages at The Corn Exchange, Leeds and Holy Trinity
Church Hall, Gt Portland St. London
1946First championship showLondon Scottish Drill Hall,
LondonJudge Mr Leo Wilson
1947Collie Association applied for change of name to
“Collie Association of Great Britain”. Not granted by Kennel
Club
1948 & 49Challenge Certificates
Allocated only to general championship shows
Kennel Club stage Crufts at Olympia
Clare Molony - President
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Margaret Osborne - Secretary
1950Kennel Club allocated one of two sets of Challenge
Certificates available to breed club, to the Collie
Association.Shows were alternated between venues in the North and
South of England, including Nottingham, Derby, Beckenham and
London
1950Kennel Club allocated one of two sets of Challenge
Certificates available to breed club, to the Collie
Association.Shows were alternated between venues in the North and
South of England, including Nottingham, Derby, Beckenham and
London
1952Collie Association published HandbookOnly a few copies are
left in existence. Emphasis on breeder/exhibitor education.
Newsletter launched “The Collie Quarterly”
1957“The Collie Fault Finder” published – intended to assist
novice owners understand correct Collie type. Funded by a
sweepstake that raised £80.
1959Collie AssociationSilver Jubilee Show
1950Kennel Club published first Breed Standards. The Collie Club
published first breed standards in 1911.
1955Crufts Entries Breaks World Record 13,211 entries
1955Smooth Collie Club of GBFormed
1955Smooth Collie Club of GBFormed
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1961
President Miss C Molony
Chairman Mr Allsop
Secretary Miss M Osborne
Treasurer Ms R Diprose
Vice President Miss P Grey
Committee
Mrs M Franklin Mrs A Speding
Mr Lakeman Ms J Hill
Miss Moorhouse
1962Joint Open Show with English Shetland Sheepdog Club (ESSC),
in London. Most open shows were benched at this time.This
arrangement lasted until 1964 until the increase in entries made
the arrangement impracticable.
1962Joint Open Show with English Shetland Sheepdog Club (ESSC),
in London. Most open shows were benched at this time.This
arrangement lasted until 1964 until the increase in entries made
the arrangement impracticable.
1965Smooth Collie classification dropped.1979 References to
Smooth Collies deleted from club’s rules.
1969Diplomas and Rosettes introduced for clubs appointing judges
from the Collie Association’s Judges List.
1964Kennel Club formed a strong association with the British
Veterinary Association (BVA)1965Eye Scheme introduced for PRA
1969Rough Collie Breed Standard amended to include colour
clauses
1968For the first time two judges appointed for Championship
Showsdue to the increase in entries.Shows staged in London,
Nottingham, Beckenham, Derby and Barnet
1968South West section formed and became the second Open Show.
Mrs A Spedingwas appointed as Secretary. 1969South East Section
proposed and disbanded.
1966Rough Collie Breed Council formed1967 First annual report of
RCBC by Alan Jefferies (Jefsfire). Miss C Molony, Chairman.
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1971
President Miss C Molony
Secretary Mrs A Speding
Treasurer Mr D Clarke
Committee
Mrs Zabawa Mrs B Eglin
Mr Layzell Mrs P House
Mrs M Franklin Mrs P Mildon
Mr G Mildon Mrs M Stephens
Parvo Virus outbreak
1974Rough Collie Champions Pedigrees 1970-74Published. Updated
on an annual basis togetherwith “Show Results”, detailing names of
doges placed 1st to 3rd, together with details of judges and
owners.
1974Rough and Smooth CollieMixed breeding now not acceptable
1975Car Stickers introduced togetherWith new club
badge1977Membership cards introduced
1977Int Ch Lochinvar of Ladypark andShiel Brood Bitch Award
Schemes introduced for members
Mrs Margaret Franklin (Pattingham)Joined CA committee
during1960s, Chairman from 1974-19901976 acting President, 1982
President1999 Patron.
Ch Show venues included Derby,Kettering, Slough, Kingston Upon
Thames and Edmonton
Mr Geoff Mildon (Geoffdon)1968 Joined CA committee,
1969 RCBC Delegate1991 Chairman
1979 Crufts move to Earls Court, London
1971SW Section very active during the first Part of the 70’s,
staging open shows in conjunction with Salisbury & South
Wilts.1976SW Section closed as there was no one totake over the
organisation.
1971CEA testing introduced. During 1972 CA held lecturers on CEA
and PRA
Mrs Pat Mildon (Geoffdon)1971 Joined CA committee,
RCBC DelegateChairman
1970Collie Association's Obedience Sectionvery active during the
early part his period, but was eventually wound up in 1974
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1982
President Mrs M Franklin
Secretary Mrs A Speding
Treasurer Mrs S Gillard
Committee
Mrs T Clarke Mrs C Cross
Mr F Thomas Mr J Field
Mrs K Nelson Mr D Clarke
Mrs V Hickson Mr C Waghorn
Mrs P Mildon Mr G Mildon
1985Collie Rescue (Rough & Smooth) set up by Joyce Campton,
Joan House, Chris Slater, Earnest & Beryl Clarke, Jimmy Taitand
Dave Crapper amongst others.1990 - Registered as a Charity
1985Collie Rescue (Rough & Smooth) set up by Joyce Campton,
Joan House, Chris Slater, Earnest & Beryl Clarke, Jimmy Taitand
Dave Crapper amongst others.1990 - Registered as a Charity
1985Kennel Club establishes Young Kennel Club catering for
exhibitors between ages of 6 & 24
Kennel Club Charitable Trust founded, donating to projects such
as canine rescue, dogs for disabled and supports research into
canine diseases
1982Crufts increases to three days1987Crufts increases to four
days
1982Crufts increases to three days1987Crufts increases to four
days
1985Kennel Club unify Breed Standards to align with those across
the World.
1982Limit Show droppedSupported show with Christchurch & New
Forest Canine
198450th Anniversary Show Special Dinner with Mr Andrew Brace as
guest speaker at the Ladbroke Mercury HotelChampionship Show
entries 340 dogs making 634 entries
198450th Anniversary Show Special Dinner with Mr Andrew Brace as
guest speaker at the Ladbroke Mercury HotelChampionship Show
entries 340 dogs making 634 entries
1985RJ Davies Legacy was launched as an Annual Awards for
presentation to members making up a Champion during the current
show year. Still continued today and well received
During this era, all of the Collie AssociationChampionship Shows
were stage at the Watford Leisure Centre.
Kennel Club CharitableTrust Launched
Kennel Club CharitableTrust Launched
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1992
President Mrs M Franklin
Secretary Mrs C Smedley
Treasurer Mrs S Gillard
Chairman Mr G Mildon
Committee
Mrs A Speding Mr D Field
Mr K Johnson Mrs F Marlow
Mrs C Morgan Mrs E Oliver
Mrs K Nelson Mr G Mildon
Mrs V Hickson Mrs P Mildon
199460th Anniversary Show
1991Kennel Club / BVA SchemesCEA – PRA - HD
1992Anti Dog Lobby Collie Association actively participated in
promoting the positive aspect of dog ownership in general, not just
collies ,via education in schools
Kennel Club launched Good Citizen Dog Scheme
1992Collie Association first staged its Championship Show at the
Sports Connexion, Ryton-on Dunsmore, Coventry. This venue has
proved to be a success, as it is well placed in the Midlands and
accessible to most exhibitors.
1988Mrs Eleanor Oliver (Amberglen)Joined the Collie Association
CommitteeEleanor is currently the longest serving member having
completed 21 years.Eleanor is the excellent “WELCOME” to all of the
Collie Association’s shows.
1988Mrs Eleanor Oliver (Amberglen)Joined the Collie Association
CommitteeEleanor is currently the longest serving member having
completed 21 years.Eleanor is the excellent “WELCOME” to all of the
Collie Association’s shows.
1990Kennel Club Rough Collie standard updated which identified
three main colours of the breed.
1991Crufts moved to NEC, BirminghamFeatured in Guinness Book of
RecordsWorld largest dog show with 22,973 entries (Conformation);
28,000 overall with 160,000 visitors.
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2000
Patron Mrs M Franklin
President Mrs A Speding
Secretary Mrs C Smedley
Treasurer Mr M Morgan
Chairman Mr G Mildon
Committee
Mrs A Speding Mr T Hayward
Mrs A Hollywood Mrs E Oliver
Mr M Morgan Mr G Mildon
Mrs J Round Mrs P Mildon
2002Jasand Medals introduced in memory of Mrs J Round, awarded
annually.Introduction of new club logo – designed by Mr David
RoundRoll of Honour launched celebrating accomplishments of members
during current show year
200470th Anniversary Show
200975th Anniversary Show
2006Kennel Club agreed to Challenge Certification rotation
between Rough Collie Breed clubs. Ayrshire Collie were the first to
rotate in 2007, with British Collie in 2008. East AnglianCollie
kindly agreed to switch to 2009 to enable the Collie Association to
celebrate its 75th Anniversary year. The Collie Association are due
to rotate in 2010
2008Rough Collie Breed Council’s website launched, designed by
Dareen Bridge who had been appointed Breed Archivist in 2005
2004Kennel Club created education programme at Animal Health
Trust to aid education for breeders and owners on genetic health of
dogs.2008Accredited Breeder Scheme launched.Kennel Club acquires
Stoneleigh
1993 Joined Collie Association Committee2003Appointed as Health
Coordinator
2008BBC Programme sparked controversy around pedigree dogs.
2009After consultation with breed clubs and breed councils, Kennel
Club amend Breed Standards to emphasise “Fit for Function, Fit for
Life”
2000Show Diary introducedNew Rules and Code of Ethics
publishedChampion Cards stopped due to information being readily
available from the internet and breed handbooks British Collie and
International Collie
2004Launch of Collie Association's website
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2009
President Mrs S
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Secretary Mrs J Underdown
Treasurer Mrs F Kaye
Chairman Mr D Round
Committee
Mrs M Farnes Mr T Hayward
Mr G Duffield Mrs E Oliver
Mrs A Hollywood Mrs E Kitchen
Mr J Congdon Mr V Salt
Mrs V Geddes Mr D Round
“To try and again make the Collie one of the popular British
breeds”
Objectives of the Collie Association
•Promote the breeding and exhibiting of pedigree Rough
Collies
•Giving help and encouragement to novice and hobby breeders
•To do all possible to further the progress and health of the
Rough Collie as a whole
Mrs S Wigglesworth (Sandiacre)1975 – First joined CA
Committee2008 – President
