SAN ANTONIO DOG SHOWS & AGILITY TRIALS
July 9 - 13This year's 5 summer shows held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center were as exciting as any dog shows across the nation. The three kennel clubs: Comal County, Austin & Bexar County worked together to offer the dog lover plenty to see and do.
Heather snapped this picture of Sunday's Non-sporting group winners.
Everyone wants to see their favorite breed up close. Our local Sheltie club, The Alamo Area Sheltie Club, set up a special area near the conformation rings where we showed off our special Shelties. Folks young, old and in between enjoyed meeting and learning about the wonders of this fascinating breed.
Sheltie lovers: Joy Bass, Heather Gomez, Allana & Dan Hemenway and Tomas brought out Shelties for visitors to pet and admire.
This young visitor can't resist feeling Corrie's soft fur.
This visitor talks with Heather reminiscing about a Sheltie she once owned.
Lisa Vanvleet is proud of her daughters who are making their mark in the Junior Showmanship competition with Dreamer kids.
Danielle, who is 12, is shown here with U-UD Classic's William The Worthy, UDX, RN.
Rose is 10 and tries hard to be patient as she awaits her turn in the juniors ring with U-Ch Classic's Silver N' Snow.
Good luck to these fine young ladies!
 Classic's The Entertainer, CDX MX, MXJ, OF |
Mary Campbell is excited with her tri boy, Classic's The Entertainer, who has earned a new obedience title of Companion Dog Excellent. |
In the agility competition we are especially proud of Dianne Slaughter and little Carman (Classic's Charming Carman, MX, MXJ) who qualified 6 out of 8 runs and are closing in on the Agility Championship. Always a crowd pleasing team, Craig Staffan and Oliver (MACH2 Classic's Oliver IZA Riot) had excellent performances to add their long list of accomplishments.
Our Jenna (Classic's Jentle Jenna) isn't lonely without her littermates. Though resting here, she is always finding something interesting to participate in. Julie (Classic's Justa Lil Jingersnap) is learning her good manners from Sandy and Craig Staffan.
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The Kelly Family in Bulverde sends us word that "Kyleigh" (Classic's Hightime Harmony) herds and protects their flock of pigeons. She's smart enough though, to stay out of the hot sun when the temperature soars. Kyleigh now has a new little friend to keep her company. "Jake" (Classic's Jaunty Jino) is one of Sindy's kids."
"Prima" and "Evita" are lucky girls living the pampered life with Carol Lynne Brown. Thank you Carol Lynne for sharing this beautiful photograph of Classic's The Prima Dona, C.D. and Classic's The Enchantress.
We wish each of these Sheltie lovers much success and many happy times with their little companions in the trials to come.
HEATHER HEADS OFF TO COLLEGE NEXT MONTH
She was just 7 years old when she picked Rosie from a litter by Freddy. They both enjoyed practicing and competing in agility and obedience. Heather will miss her little Rosie who is now 11 years old.
MACH 4 ChanceMACH 4 APD Fanfare Keeper of the Fate, XF, PT On June 28, 2008, Chance earned the Master Agility Champion 4 title in Monroe, LA. Chance is a Dreamer son proudly trained and exhibited by Suzi Nelson of Frisco, Tx and bred by Sandy Staffan.
GOODBYE DEAR DREAMER
Ch. Classic's Dappled Dreamer, UD, OA, OAJ
4-7-95 ------ 5-27-08
Our fun-loving, always cheerful and very beautiful blue boy left us May 27th. There will never be another Dreamer, but we are so thankful to have his daughters, Corrie andTrinket, and his granddaughter, Sindy and his darling great grandkids.
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QUERETARO, MEXICO
April 17-20For A Change of Scenery Tomas & Alane judged 4 hot dog shows in Queretaro, Mexico April 17-20. These all-breed events were sponsored by Santiago de Queretaro Klub Canofila. Along with the usual AKC breeds we judged various "rare" breeds such as the Mexican Xoloitzcuintle.
Marjorie Martorella of New Jersey, Isidro Castro and Gerardo Herdia of Mexico City completed the judging panel. Queretaro, situated in the center of Mexico, is a fascinating city with endless historic sites, ancient churches and colorful works of art. The shows were held on the grounds of the Hacienda Jurica resort hotel. Though the weather was unusually hot, handlers were careful to ensure their dogs' comfort by providing shade, fans and cool water. We were impressed with the high quality of the dogs as well as the good sportmanship of the exhibitors. The show officials, George Becker, Juan Manuel Mendoza Pereznares and ring stewards-Maritza & Chuy were extremely attentive and kept the judging on schedule.
Special thanks to everyone responsible for the success of these Queretaro dog shows.
TOMAS SELECTED THIS LABRADOR AS BEST OF BREED
TOMAS SELECTED THIS FINE SCOTTISH TERRIER AS THE BEST OF THE BEST IN SHOW WINNERS
ALANE CHOSE THIS BEAUTIFUL IRISH SETTER FOR BEST IN SHOW ON SUNDAY
PROFESSIONAL HANDLERS DOMINATE THE SHOWS WITH THE MAJORITY OF THEM MALE
Beautiful detail on the MonumentTHIS OLD MONUMENT IS A REFRESHING STOPOVER IN THE CENTER OF TOWN
THE OLD MISSION CHURCH IS JUST OUTSIDE THE HACIENDA JURICA HOTEL GROUNDS
THIS MEXICAN ARTWORK IS BOLDLY DISPLAYED AT THE LEON AIRPORT
SHELTIES MADE A GOOD SHOWING AT THE HIGHLAND GAMES AND CELTIC FESTIVAL IN HELOTES THIS APRIL
Showing off their Shelties' Celtic Heritage in the Parade of Scottish Dogs were Sue Adolph and her two pretty black girls, Sandy and Craig Staffan and their 3 agility talented buddies, Miriam & Stephen Inglehart and their two favorite furry friends and Alane with the senior sable citizens, Freddy and Rosie.
Freddy and Rosie aren't too fond of the bagpipes so this fine Scotchman agreed to simply hold the instrument for us to admire.
Laura Galbo has announced the retirement of "Diamond" (Classic's Diamond Dreams, CDX, MX, AJX, UKC-CD). Diamond, who is almost 13, completed her (RN) Novice Rally title at the Staten Island Ob Trial with a fine score of 97. Laura and Diamond are a great team. Thank you Laura for giving Diamond your love and devotion and the opportunities to show off her talents.
Shelties and their proud owners gather in the San Antonio Area each year to compete for awards in conformation, obedience and rally. These special Sheltie shows draw entries from near and far. While it is the dream of each participant to take home a big win, simply competing is an exciting adventure. Six very knowledgeable judges worked through the varied classes this Feb 9th & 10th.
Beth Weaver was very pleased winning the title on her blue girl, "Wiggles" (Classic's Watchme Wiggle). Our two girls did extremely well. A perfect score is 100. "Trinket" (Ch. Classic's Uptown Gal, CD, NA, NAJ) scored 98. Little "Corrie" (Classic's The Chorus Girl) scored a nice 97.
Congratulations to Paula Johns and Greg Lee who tied the knot on May 24, 2008 in Minneapolis, MN. We send our best wishes for a long and happy union.
Starting off the New Year with agility success is the little blue Classic's Artic Angel, CDX, NAJ. Alesa Ryals reports a good weekend in Gulfport, Mississppi where Angel earned her Open Jumpers Title. |  Classic's Arctic Angel, CDX, NAJ |
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