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The Kennel Club of Jersey
Autumn 2019 Newsletter
Show stopper!
… for the betterment of dogs . . . since 1888
Patrons: The Bailiff of Jersey Sir William Bailhache
andThe Lieutenant Governor
Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton GCB, BSc, FRAeS
Golden Retrievers - Mardargold Cuba Libra (Monty) owned by Maggie Pienkowski
Limit (6) This class was the highlight of the show as one of the canine players gave a masterclass in humour. Had this been filmed it could have been used on TV. The “culprit” literally brought judging in BOTH rings to a standstill. On 3 occasions when asked to move he strode out with real energy then suddenly dropped like a stone on his side and refused to move. It was as though he had been shot! Then he got up, wagged his tail and did the same on the way back. So for fun I sent him out again; he repeated the act and it got the raucous encore I hoped for! The crowd just loved him!
Reproduced by kind permission of Mr Albert Wight (Judge)
www.kennelclubjersey.com
Forthcoming EventsAgility for Jersey will hold a two-day agility show on October 19th & 20th. Venue TBC
Jersey Dog Training Association will hold their obedience show on November 2nd & 3rd at Mailliards.
Jersey Dog Handlers Companion Show, at the Arena, Royal Jersey Showground on Sunday, November 10th - see back page for more details.
29th September training Jenny Sharrock6th October training Claire White20th October training Robyn Boschat followed by Match Judge TBA3rd November training Carol Smithers17th November training Rachel Le Masurier followed by Match Judge Ian Hutchinson
8th December Christmas Match at RJAHS Trinity entries 9.30am Judge Ally Battrick
Fancy dress class will be judged by Anna Bryant from Ransoms (there will be a prize)Match will be followed by a Christmas lunch - venue to be announced
Currently the answer is “Yes”. But the process may change if the UK leaves the EU without a deal on 31 October 2019.
You should speak to your vet at least four months before your travel date to get the latest advice.
You might need to take the following steps before travel:
H Make sure your dog is microchipped.
H Make sure your dog’s rabies vaccination is up to up to date.
H Allow at least 30 days after your dog’s latest rabies vaccination (whether it is a booster or an initial vaccination) before returning to a vet for a blood test to check the vaccine has worked .
H Wait three calendar months after a successful blood test before returning to your vet no more than 10 days before travel for an animal health certificate.
If your dog’s vaccinations are kept up to date you shouldn’t need to repeat the blood test each journey
Dogs travelling from the UK and Channel Islands to EU listed tapeworm-free countries (Finland, Republic of Ireland and Malta) must be treated for tapeworm 24 to 120 hours (1 to 5 days) before arriving in one of those countries.
Find the latest advice on travelling with your dog after Brexit by visiting GOV.UK and ‘Pet Travel’.
Can I take my dog to the EU after Brexit?
Editorial
I must admit I wasn’t expecting to be thrust into this job when I was “promoted” to be the Club’s Media Officer. I realise that I have a hard act to follow, especially after the excellent Newsletters which my forerunners have been producing over the years. But I’ll do my best.
In this issue I have introduced a Junior Members’ page, with the first two of a number of articles being published in this issue; others will appear in other issues. Well done the juniors! I really do hope more of our senior members will follow suit and submit articles and other contributions (and photos) for publication in future issues.
At the last AGM I raised some members’ concerns that they would like greater transparency about the selection of show judges, as well as a greater variety or personages. Since then I have gathered and consolidated the views of experienced committee members, and I have included a section in this Newsletter on the Criteria for Selecting Show Judges, which I hope will clarify the situation.
Do please let me know whether there is anything you would like to see in future editions, and in the meantime I hope you like the selection I have included in this one.
Stephen Lawson [email protected]
Juniors’ PageHannah Gell; my dog handling story so far…….
“How did I get into dog handling? That’s easy, blame Claire White, blame her, in a super fantastic way!
“We got our first family dog, Chester, from Claire’s first litter of Granrose puppies and have been in “Cocker Heaven” ever since. Last year I was super lucky to have my own dog from another of Claire’s litters, in actual fact, Chester’s sister Bluebell was the mummy. “So this is where my real journey began, “Granrose Shimmering Blue” aka Bailey, was born on 11th October 2018 and my life has never been the same since!
“When Bailey was old enough, we attended show training classes and have had a few placings at Matches. My first real show was in June and I was delighted to be placed 2nd in the Junior Dog Handlers Class and 2nd in the Breed Class. (pictured here.)*
My Junior History by Ciara Evans age 11
“I’ve always had a liking for dogs, and I’ve loved watching Crufts and agility shows. In 2016 there came a time when my parents and I wanted to have a dog ourselves. Constantly researching different breeds we met Claire White, who was the absolute right person to go to. Claire particularly shows and breeds Cocker Spaniels. Unfortunately, the timing wasn’t right tor my family to get a puppy from Petal, but Claire referred us to some lovely ethical breeders.
“We then got a cheeky chappie from Birmingham. My Mum wanted to ensure the puppy would be well trained and joined Top Dogs training and then also joined Junior Handlers for the Good citizen scheme. That’s where I was encouraged to practise junior handling first with Maddie and Taylor Betts and with Primrose. From there Claire introduced me to Jenny and Stephen Lawson who have let me train with lovely Dixie. They have been very supportive of me and have always gone out of their way to bring Dixie to training for me. I have also had great support from Clare Power who has also let me practice with her Shi Tsu, Ruby. It’s great to be exposed to different dogs.
“I also love the support I get from all the trainers, and encouragement from the other junior handlers. It’s such a great club and I love being part of it.”
Since writing this article Ciara and Dixie won Junior Handler (age group 6 to 11) at the August Championship Show.at August Championship Show
Congratulationsto Pamela Mottershaw and Fiona Officer
IR CH ULMARRA NAA gained his Stud Book number from Open Dog in his first ever UK show
at Paignton Championship Show
My thanks to Bob Michel for this
expressive photo!
I’m sure it ‘rings a bell’ with many
members!
Photo of the Month
Best Puppy in August Championship Show: Sue Curwood with Japanese Chin, Yama Nishikori
AUGUST CHAMPIONSHIP SHOWThe Best in Show went to a superb Alaskan Malamute by the name of Dreamwolves J’adore at Orsamals Pd’h (aka Orla) owned by Nicola Brouard from Guernsey - a very popular win. Peter Walker’s Lhasa Apso named Multi/Jsy/Ch Petwalk Irrisistable took Reserve Best in Show. Other major winners:
Best Puppy in Show: Sue Curwood’s Japanese Chin, Yama Nishikori (pictured opposite)
Best Junior in Show: S & J Lawson’s Whippet, Oakland City des Plaines des Bruyeres at Kipipiriking
Best Veteran in Show: Christine Marett’s Cesky Terrier, Jsy/Ch Lastarean Grace & Favour for Gayteckels Pd’h
Gundog Group winner: Spanish Water Dog – V P D & Miss J Trebert’s Valentisimo’s Ballesteros
Hound Group winner: Whippet – Stephen & Jennifer Lawson’s Oakland City des Plaines des Bruyeres at Kipipiriking
Pastroral Group winner: Shetland sheepdog – C Allo Allen’s Milesend Summer Breeze for Ribans
Terrier Group winner: Irish Terrier – P & A Kucza’s Pol/Int Ch Brazan Amber Pageant
Toy Group winner: Pomeranian – J Schofield’s Spanapoms Russian Gold at Rudoli
Utility Group winner: Lhasa Apso - Peter Walker’s Multi/Jsy/Ch Petwalk Irrisistable
Working Group winner: Alaskan Malamute - Nicola Brouard’s Dreamwolves J’adore at Orsamals Pd’h
Confused? Some ‘Show Jargon’ Demystified - hopefully!
Many Members and other spectators at dog shows might find themselves wondering exactly how the judges choose the winners of the various classes, breeds and groups. There are many terms and standards and acronyms which trip easily off the tongues of judges, “show dog” owners, handlers and announcers, but which baffle and bemuse the laymen or those simply “not in the know”. Hopefully the following will help make some sense of what is often heard at dog shows and other gatherings of dog exhibitors.
) Breed standard includes several areas of the dog’s appearance which are dictated by the Kennel Club for show dogs. The breed standard includes characteristics which allow the breed to perform the function for which it was bred, and outlines the structure, form, movement, coat, and temperament of the breed.
) Type is the characteristic qualities distinguishing a breed. Dogs of a specific breed which are the wrong colour, have any irregularities or are too large or small for the breed standard will not (or should not) be competing. Those dogs which have shown that they fit the breed standard will be further evaluated to find the best example of the breed in the particular show.
) Conformation is the form, structure, shape, and arrangement of the parts of a dog, as they relate and conform to the written standard laid down for the breed.
) Stacking is how the dog stands naturally and when placed in position. This is something that the handler or trainer will teach the dog. Stacking helps the judges to see all areas of the dog’s structure to evaluate against the breed standard and to allow the judges to feel the dog’s bone structure and muscles. The breed standard stacking position differs from breed to breed. Whilst evaluating the stack, judges and announcers might talk about angulations, soundness and pedigree:-
Angulation refers to the angles created by bones meeting at their joints. Soundness refers to the mental and physical well-being of the animal. The pedigree is a written record of a dog’s family tree over three or more generations.
) Showing the bite: The bite is the alignment of the top and bottom teeth. Judges check this to compare to the breed standard and in the examination of bone structure. Some dog breeds have a slight under bite, but the best guide is that the teeth should fit together like scissors. Dogs with a bad bite do not fit the breed standard and are typically not bred for showing.
) Movement down and back. Watching the dog move down and back in front of judges allows them to evaluate the fit and function of the dog. Stacking is an up close examination, whilst movement down and back is a chance to see all the parts of the dog working together. Movement down and back is judged on the gait of the dog, heeling, and relation to the location of the handler whilst proceeding.
) Challenge Certificate - commonly abbreviated to “CC” or sometimes known as the “ticket”. This is a certificate which the judge signs stating that in his or her opinion a dog is worthy of becoming a Show Champion. These certificates are awarded by The Kennel Club in the UK as well as authorised Clubs - such as the KCJ. A dog will need three of these awards, “given” by different judges before he/she becomes a Champion. A judge has the right to withhold the CC if he or she does not think any dog entered in any class is worthy of being a Champion.
) A Stud Book number is achieved when either a dog wins a Stud Book qualifying award at a Championship show or a dog obtains a Junior Warrant. It also qualifies a dog for Crufts for life. The ‘Stud Book’ itself is an annual publication by the Kennel Club in UK which is the “bible” of all those in the dog showing world. Within its pages are listed all championship shows from the previous year and the dogs which have achieved top honours at these shows. Stud book numbers have always been a measure of the worth of a dog, because it is assumed that only good dogs make it into the Stud Book.
Although the final decision on the appointment of any judge must rest with the whole Committee, the Committee welcomes valid suggestions and recommendations from members for the appointment of judges who have not judged in Jersey or Guernsey within 4 years prior to a proposed appointment by the Kennel Club of Jersey.
The basic criteria is that any potential judge should be one who is qualified to give or award Challenge Certificates in at least three Groups (as determined by the Kennel Club in UK). The Committee will also consider the position if a proposed judge gives CCs only in one breed per Group.
Criteria for Selecting Judges for KCJ Shows
Members have also made it clear that Judges who concentrate only on the lower end of the lead and not who is holding the other end are to be preferred. Also, those persons who have the reputation for being so-called “facey” Judges are to be avoided.
The Committee undertakes to appoint future judges in a spirit of transparency.
Bearing in mind the criteria outlined herein and the information required (name, qualifications, website address, etc), please address any recommendations for judges in writing to either the Show Secretary or to the Hon Secretary, by email or post, stating your own name.
Something to pass on to potential new judges: an extract from the critique on the June Show by judge Mr Albert Wight:
“It is always a pleasure to return to this stunning island where the officials continually manage to indulge one in an atmosphere of happiness and good sportsmanship, as well as producing some top quality exhibits.
The previous day the weather had been unkind so we were using a marquee which was fine other than that the very strong gusting winds made the internal noise a bit loud and upsetting for a few of the exhibits.
Post judging we enjoyed a superb evening at the Greenhill restaurant, witty speeches kept to a minimum and the Company was so good. And the repast was 5 star!! The atmosphere and friendship is wonderful, and if you are ever invited to judge here, accept by return post!! It is that good”
Maybe dogs should judge judges!
DOUBLE SHOW ‘TOPPER’
Very many congratulations to Christine and Mick Marett for their phenomenal BIS and BVS successes at the Guernsey Autumn Open Show on Sunday, 1 September. Very well deserved and popular wins - well done to them both and to their BIS handler, Yakira Michel!
Ivan was Best in Show handled by Yakira Michel, he is a 5 yr old, male Cesky Terrier, Kennel name Idefix Day Break at Gayteckels.
Didi was Best Veteran in Show handled by Mick, he is a 10 yr old male Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, Kennel name Limier Didier at Gayteckels, Pd’H.
Grace our Cesky Terrier was Reserve Best Veteran in Show handled by Christine, she is 9yrs old bitch Kennel name Jsy Ch Lastarean Grace and Favour for Gayteckels, Pd’H
Raffle PrizesDonations of quality items for our Show and Match raffles will always be greatly appreciated. The special and new-style custom designed KCJ raffle tickets seem to have met with approval and sell well.
Many thanks to the Committee of the Guernsey Kennel Club for putting back the start of their Show to allow the Jersey contingent to arrive - having been delayed by ferry cancellation - and to compete.
