Archive for December, 2006
Central Highlands KC Show
Lancefield, December 29th
Judge: Mr V Malloy
“BEST MINOR PUPPY IN GROUP” - Bellendene Rosetta ‘Rosie’
“1st Minor Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Del Solo Mio ‘Solo’
“1st Junior Dog” - Baronrath Mahogany Rust ‘Rusty’
“1st Intermediate Dog” & Res DCC - Ch Ibiza Callas Soprano ‘Strider’
“1st Minor Puppy Bitch” & “Minor Pup in Group” - Bellendene Rosetta ‘Rosie’
Great weather at this large four-show weekend, with our judge Mr Vern Malloy being the new Head of the Aspiring Judges Training Program with the VCA.
We only showed four exhibits at this afternoon show, but did quite well with all of them, especially ‘Rosie’. Jan King’s stunning Saluki won “BIG” (and went on to win it’s first “BIS” under Mrs B Pontin!!) with Robyn’s gorgeous PVGV taking R/UIG.
December 29th, 2006
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The darling face of our new baby ‘Bubbles’ Valdassa Mdme Allbabble, co-owned and bred by Gian Zovi
December 22nd, 2006
Yarra Valley KC
KCC Park, Cranbourne
Judge: Mrs M Merchant (SA)
“1st Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Kaminia Hoodwinker ‘Julio’
“2nd Intermediate Dog” - Baronrath Mahogany Rust ‘Rusty’
“1st Aust Bred Dog” - Ibiza Callas Soprano ‘Strider’
“1st Puppy Bitch” & “Puppy of Breed” - Bellendene Rosetta ‘Rosie’
“4th Intermediate Bitch” - Ibiza Viva La Vida ‘Elvira’
Great weather was enjoyed by all at this large show with a big Hound entry (being a Hound Club point score show). Father Christmas arrived on a sled being pulled by Samoyeds and both the adults & kids enjoyed it as they do each year.
‘Rusty’ was used in Junior handlers and his handler was placed 3rd in a large and very compeditive class. ‘Vader’, ‘Renaldo’ and ‘Freda’ were not entered as they are all on holidays!
Best In Hound Group was Robyn Wallis’ stunning PVGV and Runner-Up was the Afghan (same winner from Sydney last weekend!).
December 16th, 2006
Ladies Kennel Association of NSW
Castle Hill Showgrounds, Sydney
Judge: Mr Allan Hunt
“1st Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Kaminia Hoodwinker ‘Julio’
“1st Intermediate Dog” & “Dog CC” - Baronrath Mahogany Rust ‘Rusty’
“1st Aust Bred Dog” & “Res DCC” - Ch Ibiza Callas Soprano ‘Strider’
“1st Puppy Bitch” - Bellendene Rosetta ‘Rosie’
“2nd Junior Bitch” - Ibiza Jasons Aphrodite ‘Freda’
“1st Intermediate Bitch” & “Best of Breed” - Ibiza Viva La Vida ‘Elvira’
Mr Hunt is a local NSW Sighthound specialist judge, being a leading breeder of Basenjis for over 35 years.
We had another wonderful day with the Beasleighs (of Bellendene whippets) in Sydney, especially after our co-owned pup ‘Rosie’ came 3rd in the “Puppy Sweepstakes” with an entry of over 20 quality pups!
We placed 1st with all our boys AGAIN, including 5 class wins in total (’Vader’ wasn’t entered this time..) Our solid black ‘Elvira’ won Bitch CC and went on to beat our ‘Rusty’ for “Best of Breed” !!
Many thanks to wonder girl Veronica who handled ‘Rusty’ in class and through to “Dog Challenge Certificate”. The Afghan won “BIG” and the Standard Smooth Dachie was R/Up.
It was a sunny day which got quite humid so we were glad to get home for a wonderful BBQ in the afternoon. The dogs certainly appreciated the air conditioning!!
December 10th, 2006
St George District KC Show
Erskine Park, Sydney
Judge: Mrs Danielle Dryburgh
“2nd Baby Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Del Solo Mio ‘Solo’
“1st Minor Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Lemnos Mavrokefalo ‘Vader’
“1st Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Kaminia Hoodwinker ‘Julio’
“1st Intermediate Dog” - Baronrath Mahogany Rust ‘Rusty’
“1st Aust Bred Dog” & “DCC” - Ibiza Callas Soprano ‘Strider’
“2nd Minor Puppy Bitch” - Bellendene Rosetta ‘Rosie’
“1st Puppy Bitch” - Ibiza Jasons Aphrodite ‘Freda’
“2nd Intermediate Bitch” - Ibiza Viva La Vida ‘Elvira’
All of us enjoyed a wonderful early Christmas with the Beasleighs (Bellendene whippets) in Sydney. Having planned this a while ago, we thought we would attend the shows that happened to be on up there, and glad we did!
We placed 1st with all our CC qualifying boys, including 5 class wins in total (’Renaldo’ stayed home in Melbourne with his new daddies!). Was amazing to have ALL of our older boys qualify for the Dog Challenge line-up!! It looked like those wonderfull Breeder Groups you see in the overseas shows. Thanks to Yvonne, David and his friend who jumped-in to help out.
Our ‘Strider’ Ibiza Callas Soprano (co-owned with Allen Anderson) won the Dog Challenge Certificate and has now gained his AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION title. Our very first Whippet Champ!! Well done ‘Strider’!
A sunny day made for a great show and it was nice to spend time with Sydney friends.
The Standard Wire Dachie won “Best In Group” and the Afghan was R/Up.
December 9th, 2006
Why own a whippet? There’s a danger you know
you can’t own just one, for the craving will grow
There’s no doubt they’re addictive, wherein lies the danger
While living with lots, you’ll grow poorer and stranger
One dog is no trouble and two are so funny
The third one is easy, the fourth one’s a honey
The fifth is delightful, the sixth one’s a breeze
You find you can live with a houseful, with ease
So how ’bout another? Would you really dare?
They’re really quite easy, but, Oh Lord, more hair!
With dogs on the sofa and dogs on the bed
and crates in the kitchen, it’s no bother, you’ve said
They’re really no trouble, their manners are great
What’s just one more dog and one more crate?
The sofa is hairy, the windows are crusty
The floor is all footprints, the furniture’s dusty
The housekeeping suffers, but what do you care?
Who minds a few nose prints and a little more hair?
So let’s get that puppy, you can always find room
And a little more time for the dust cloth and broom
There’s hardly a limit to the dogs you can add
The thought of a cutback sure makes you feel bad
Each whippet is so special, so sweet, so funny
The food bill grows larger, you owe the vet money
Your kids never visit, few friends come to stay
Except other dog folk who live the same way
Your lawn has now died, and your shrubs are dead too
But your weekends are busy, ’cause you’re off with your crew
There’s dog food and vitamins, training and shots
And entries and travel and motels which cost lots
Is it worth it you wonder? Are you caught in a trap?
Then that puppy comes up and climbs into your lap
Her look says you’re special and you know that you will
keep all the critters, in spite of the bill
Some just for show and some just to race
some just for loving, they all fill a need, they all have a place
But winter’s a hassle, the whippets hate it too
But they must have their walks, though they’re numb and you’re blue
Late evening is awful, you scream and you shout
at the dogs on the sofa, who refuse to go out
The dogs and the competition, the travel, the thrills
The work and the worry, the pressure and the bills
The whole thing seems worth it, the dogs are your life
They’re charming and funny and offset the strife
Your lifestyle has changed. Things just won’t be the same
Yes, those dogs are addictive and so’s the dog game
Author - ANON
December 6th, 2006
Kilmore Agricultural Show
Kilmore Racecourse
Judge: Mr Robert Bell
“2nd Minor Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Lemnos Mavrokefalo ‘Vader’
“1st Puppy Dog” - Ibiza Kaminia Hoodwinker ‘Julio’
“1st Junior Dog” - Baronrath Mahogany Rust ‘Rusty’
“1st Intermediate Dog” - Ibiza Callas Soprano ‘Strider’
“1st Puppy Bitch” & “Puppy of Breed” - Bellendene Rosetta ‘Rosie’
“2nd Junior Bitch” - Ibiza Jasons Aphrodite ‘Freda’
“2nd Intermediate Bitch” - Ibiza Viva La Vida ‘Elvira’
‘Rosie’ won “Best Puppy of Breed” and we placed with 7 entries including 3 class wins (not sure what ‘Solo’ placed.. but he did NOT win his class). ‘Lou-Lou’ & ‘Renaldo’ had a weekend off and won’t be shown for a while, enjoying time with new owners.
A quick show meant we were home by lunch-time to enjoy a warm, sunny day.
December 2nd, 2006
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