TODAY IN MARYLAND

CH Rivergrove Trump This

Victor Clemente had the final ring at today’s Chesapeake Kennel Club Of Maryland event. His remaining seven were the Weimaraner, CH Northwoods Send The Money Honey, the American Foxhound, CH Kiarry’s Walk This Way, the Great Pyrenees, CH Rivergrove Trump This, the American Staffordshire Terrier, CH Wonderlands heavily Armed Agitator, the Papillion, CH Zelicaon Butch Cassidy At Draco, the Standard Poodle, CH Dassin Hillwood De-Lovely, and the German Shepherd Dpg, CH Kridler Nutmeg V Signature.

His BIS was Trump, the Pyrenees. DOG2WATCH Trump, the Country’s number one Pyrenees, now has eleven Bests this year.

IT'S A RACE

From Tallmadge OH we hear that the Whippet, CH Sporting Field’s Bahama Sands, has taken the top prize at today’s Agathon Kennel Club show.

CH Sporting Field’s Bahama Sands

Tawny was accompanied in Jon Cole’s final by the English Springer Spaniel, CH Wil-Orion's Twenty Twenty, the Rottweiler, Loral’s Number One Casesar, the Wire Fox Terrier, CH Tamedale’s Orinoco, the Yorkshire Terrier, CH Stratfor’s Dimond Jim, the Standard Poodle, CHDawin Spitfire, and the Border Collie, CH Sportingfields Reflection O Borderframe.

There has been a fierce fight this year for the number one Whippet ranking. Tawny has strung together four BIS wins this month to capture that distinction for now. It’s appropriate that there be a photo finish in this breed, don’t you think.

GWP IN NAPLES

Our first Saturday show is the Greater Naples Dog Club held in that pristine Florida town. Best In Show was the domain of Robert Lawson.

CH Star K’s Mile Hi Valentine
(Photo by Winnersdog Photography)

His super seven were the German Wirehaired Pointer, CH Star K’s Mile Hi Valentine, the Pharaoh Hound, CH Siprah’s No Remorse JC, the Doberman Pinscher, CH Sun Style’s Sensation, the Skye Terrier, CH Cragsmoor Buddy Goodman, the Havanese, CH Harbor’s It Had To Be Me, the Standard Poodle, CH Chrystal's Totally Chromed Out , and the Shetland Sheepdog, CH Sunburst One Cool Dude.

It was the second BIS this month for the country’s number four Sporting Dog, the GWP, Tina. We have that as number five this year. Nothing like a little momentum going into the end of the year.

BACK2BACK FOR CJ

We awake this morning to news that the Doberman Pinscher, CH Allure Blazing Star Alisaton, has posted back to back BIS wins in West Springfield MA. We’ve reported on the first on Thursday. The second came at yesterday’s South Windsor Kennel Club show.

CH Allure Blazing Star Alisaton &
Handler Carissa DeMilta Shimpeno

Doris Elaine Werdermann also saw the Labrador Retriever, CH Casbar’s Hart To Hart, the Irish Wolfhound, CH Dunmyrica Speaker Of Eagle, the Sealyham Terrier, CH Efbe’s Merci Pour Le Poivre, the Toy Poodle, CH Smash Jp Moon Walk, a Standard Poodle from the classes, Brigton Enchanted, and the Bearded Collie, CH Tolkien Raintree Mister Baggins.

CJ and handler Carissa DeMilta Shimpeno are on a roll going into next month’s AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. We’ll be there to give you the most timely reports possible.

TGIF MARYLAND!

Our TGIF report comes from West Friendship MD and the Northeastern Maryland Kennel Club.

CH Lambluv’s Daydream Believer

Sue Goldberg’s seven were the German Shorthaired Pointer, CH Shomberg’s One Hot Ticket Deppe-Haus, the Greyhound, CH Grand Cru Erasmus, the Doberman Pinscher, CH Mi-Ti’s Three Cheers, the Scottish Terrier, CH Blueberry’s Sure You Jest, the Pekingese, CH Lin-Lee’s For The Good Times, the Standard Poodle, CH Hillwood Dassin De-Lovely, and the Old English Sheepdog, CH Lambluv’s Daydream Believer.

It was the Bobtail, Winston, picking up his eleventh all breed BIS this year. Winston is the nation’s number one OES and the number five Herding Dog. Congratulations to breeders Ronald Szekeres & Kathleen McBride, owner Kay Richardson & owner/handler Jere Marder.

THURSDAY IN MA & MD

We had two shows today, both on the east coast. The first was in West Springfield MA, brought to us by the Holyoke Kennel Club.

CH Allure Blazing Star Alisaton

Alberto Berrios’ lineup included six of the top twenty five dogs, the Labrador Retriever, CH Casbar’s Hart To Hart, the Irish Wolfhound, CH Dun Myrica Speaker Of Eagle, the Doberman Pinscher, CH Allure Blazing Star Alisaton, the Sealyham Terrier, CH Efbe’s Merci Pour Le Poivre, the Toy Poodle, CH Smash Jp Moon Walk, the Bulldog, CH Kepley’s Showbiz Razzle Dazzle, and the Bearded Collie, CH Tolkien Raintree Mister Baggins. His BIS was the highest ranked of these, the nation’s number two dog all breeds, the Doberman, CJ.

CH Torquay Midnight Confession

Down in West Friendship MD, it was the National Capital Kennel Club with Barbara Keenan calling the Best In Show. Her final seven were the Flat Coated Retriever, CH Starworkers Dealers Choice JH OA OAJ, the 15” Beagle, CH Torquay Midnight Confession, the Doberman Pinscher, CH Mi-Ti’s Three Cheers, the Smooth Fox Terrier, CH Harewood White Diamond, the Pomeranian, CH Velocity’s Shake Ur Bon Bon, the Chow Chow, CH Liontamer Call 1-800-Hotstuff, and the German Shepherd Dog, CH Kridler's Nutmeg V. Signature.

Getting whatever she wants was Lola, the Beagle. This girl has been winning so much lately we have lost count, but we believe that’s number eleven for her.

THREE NEW AKC BREEDS

The following is a reprint of an AKC press release:

AKC WELCOMES BLUETICK COONHOUND, BOYKIN SPANIEL AND REDBONE COONHOUND

New York, NY – The American Kennel Club® is pleased to welcome the Bluetick Coonhound, Boykin Spaniel and Redbone Coonhound as the 162nd, 163rd, and the 164th AKC® registered breeds. The Boykin Spaniel will join the Sporting Group while both the Bluetick Coonhound and Redbone Coonhound will join the Hound Group. The new breeds will be eligible for full AKC registration and competition in their respective groups at conformation shows held on and after December 30, 2009.

“We are happy that Boykin Spaniel, Bluetick Coonhound and Redbone Coonhound will be joining the ranks of fully-recognized AKC breeds,” said Mari-Beth O’Neill, AVP of Customer Service. “Although these breeds have been classified in two different groups, all three possess energetic natures and are still very actively used by hunters as working dogs today. After their long histories of development within the United States, we look forward to finally seeing these three breeds eligible to compete for AKC Conformation championships, as they have already been actively competing in AKC Companion Events and Performance Events.”

Bluetick Coonhound

Like many coonhounds, the Bluetick Coonhound gets its name from a coat pattern, which is dark blue in color and covered in a ticking or mottled pattern. Working ability is very important to owners who prize the sturdy and athletic Bluetick for its skill in trailing and treeing raccoons and other small animals. The breed has origins in the English Coonhound, which was a fast working dog that excelled at following fresh game trails. In 1945, Bluetick breeders broke away to form their own slower-working dog that could pick up older scent trails. Blueticks are known for having the typical coonhound “bawling” bark. This steady and determined breed can stay on the most intricate of tracks, making it a prized companion for active sporting families.

Boykin Spaniel

The official State Dog of South Carolina, the Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized, all-around hunting dog with a cheerful, energetic personality. The breed was developed in South Carolina in the early 1900s by Mr. L. Whitaker Boykin. Originally used to hunt wild turkeys, Boykins now typically work with ducks and other waterfowl. With a rich, chocolate-brown coat and charm to spare, the breed thrives on human companionship and enjoys children and other dogs. The Boykin has the stamina to stay by its owner’s side during a full day of work, so it fits in best with an active family.

Redbone Coonhound

Known for its flashy red coat, the Redbone Coonhound is a versatile worker and possesses the ability to hunt and swim over a variety of terrain while still maintaining its speed and agility. The breed is even-tempered and trainable in the home, and wants to please its owner. The Redbone dates back to red foxhounds brought over by Scottish immigrants in the late 1700s and red foxhounds imported from Ireland before the Civil War. Redbones possess a natural treeing instinct and will track game ranging from raccoons to cougars.

The next breeds in line for full recognition by AKC are the Icelandic Sheepdog, Cane Corso and Leonberger. The three will be eligible for AKC registration on June 1, 2010 and for competition in the Herding and Working Groups on June 30, 2010.

IT'S A BIG COUNTRY

We find that many of the folks in the US are woefully ignorant of how big this country is. When we asked why anyone would want to put casinos in Atlantic City NJ, we were told that one third of the American population lives within a tank of gas of Atlantic City. It holds true for dog shows too. If you live in New Jersey it is possible to hit 100 shows a year and never drive much over two hours.

I-5, A Painting by Cole Case

However, if you live in Northern California, as we did for over twenty years, you will find yourself spending a lot of time on I-5, the artery that runs from Mexico to Canda through the Golden State, Oregon, and Washington. This week we have a quartet of shows midway along that route. The first two day, Friday & Saturday, will be in Turlock CA, courtesy of the Golden Valley Kennel Club. Sunday & Monday west coast dog fanciers will pack up and drive up I-5 45 miles to Stockton CA for the San Joaquin Kennel Club’s Saturday/Sunday shows. These four shows will be the only option for those living in the Pacific & Rocky Mountain time zones.

Minneapolis Winterscape

That is unless you want to drive 2,000 mile to Belton TX for the Cen-Tex Kennel Club’s two shows or to suburban Shakopee MN for the Minneapolis Kennel Club’s weekend shows. Once you cross the Mississippi River, your choices start to improve. Invade the Windy City for the Lakeshore Kennel Club’s two shows in Chicago Heights IL or go 350 miles further east to the Clevelancd suburb of Tallmadge OH for a weekend with the Agathon Kennel Club. Southerners can spend a leisurely three days, Friday through Sunday, with the Anniston, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery Kennel Clubs in Montgomery AL.

Naples Florida Beach

After that, it’s all Eastern Standard Time. You can choose two days in the Gulf paradise of Naples Fl with the Greater Naples Dog Club, four days in West Friendship MD in the company of the National Capital, Northeastern Maryland, Upper Marlboro Kennel Clubs, & Chesapeake Kennel Club Of Maryland, or four days in West Springfield MA sponsored by the Holyoke, South Windsor, Windham County, and Springfield Kennel Clubs.

Whether you drive 700, 70, or 7 miles, enjoy a weekend with the beautiful dogs and friendly people at an AkC dog show.

MONDAY IN TUCSON

CH Bugaboo’s Georgie Girl

We still owe you the names of the finalists from Yesterday’s Greater Sierra Vista Kennel Club in Tucson AZ. The BIS winner (and new DOG2WATCH), the Smooth Fox Terrier, CH Slyfox Sneaks A Peek, was in the company of the Irish Setter, CH Greengate Buzz Lightyear, the Afghan Hound, CH Thaon’s Mowgli,, the Boxer, CH Duba Dae’s Who’s Your Daddy, the Chihuahua, CH Ayrwen Star Kissed Delight, the Chinese Shar-Pei, CH Guthries How Sweet It Is, and the Old English Sheepdog, CH Bugaboo’s Georgie Girl.

Congratulations to them all!

NEW DOG2WATCH

CH Slyfox Sneaks A Peek

We’ve been told that the Smooth Fox Terrier, CH Slyfox Sneaks A Peek, picked up the BIS at today’s Greater Sierra Vista Kennel Club closer in Tucson AZ. Adam and handler Edward Boyes took three of the four top prizes in Tucson. We don’t think we are alone in saying, this is a DOG2WATCH.

PASO ROBLES PAIR

As we told you yesterday, the very stylish pair, Bergit Kabel and the West Highland White Terrier, CH Arbroath’s Rosewood Rise N Shine, walked away with the all the heavy silver at this weekend’s two San Luis Obispo Kennel Club shows in Paso Robles CA.

CH Windrift's Dance To The Music

Dr John Reeve-Newson’s remaining six on Saturday were the German Shorthaired Pointer, CH Robin Crest Charismatic JH, the Whippet, Charlamar Sashays In White Linen, the Great Pyrenees, CH Honor's Promise Of Glory, the Havanese, CH Bellatak My Funny Valentine, the Keeshond, CH Windrift's Dance To The Music, and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, CH Segni At Coventry.

CH Smokycity Silhouette Dbl Ur Pleasure

Sunday, Geordie & Bergit were joined in Dr Richard meen’s ring by the Weimaraner, CH Smokycity Silhouette Dbl Ur Pleasure, the Whippet, CH Arwen’s MainEvent At Summit, the Doberman Pinscher, Tevor’s Hollywood Walk Of Fame, the Chinese Crested, CH Pahlavi Peepin Tom, and the abovementioned Keeshond & Corgi.

Check back with us later for today’s results form Tucson.

AFGHAN BIS AT WHIDBEY ISLAND

Now, we have some west coast dogs to tell you about. Up in Monroe WA the Whidbey Island Kennel Club gave us a pair of shows. We told you about one. Here’s what happened yesterday.

CH Polo's Aviator

BIS judge Steven Gladstone was greeted by the Flat-Coated Retriever, CH Blacklace Magic Mocha Sapphire, the Afghan Hound, CH Polo's The Avaitor, the Siberian Husky, CH Topaz Enjoy The Ride, the Scottish Terrier, CH McVan's Trip The Light Fantastic, the Pomeranian, CH Finchs You're So Special NBLK, the Standard Poodle, CH Lakeridge Brighton Summer In The Hamptons, and the Border Collie, CH Majestic Whole Town Talking.

His Best was the Afghan, Ace. It’s the first all breed BIS this year for Ace. Congratulations to breeder/owner Lorianne Amadeo. Does anyone else remember the days when we routinely had 100 plus Afghan entries?

PEKINGESE BACK2BACK

OF TULLYBLOOMOur next stop is Houston TX where the Pekingese, CH Franshaw’s Hear Me Roar, bested the boys and big dogs with back to back BIS.

CH Franshaw Hear Me Roar

The first came on Saturday under the watchful eye of Michele Billings and beside the Golden Retriever, CH Nautilus Ripley's Coyote Ugly, the Basenji, CH Ab-Rafiki The Icon Of Cool, the Boxer, CH Bravo N Sunset Stealing Time, the Border Terrier, CH Devon Lady Simper Fi, the French Bulldog, CH Raindrops Justus Life's A Game, and the German Shepherd Dog, CH Shoal Creek's Sangria V Barick.

Sunday’s win was courtesy of Robert Stein and in the company of the abovementioned Golden, Basenji, Boxer and the West Highland White Terrier, CH Ashscot's Secret Of Tullybloom, the Lhasa Apso, CH Rushmar's Charmer, & the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, CH Heart Of Gold Power Play.

That’s twelve all breed BIS for the nation’s number five Toy Dog.

NEW NUMBER ONE BICHON?

Among the many foursomes this week was the one in Chickasa OK. You have the results from days one & two. Here’s three & four.

CH Stringers Somethings Gotta Give

As we told you, it was the Norwich Terrier, CH Skyscots Poker Chip, who caught the eye of Peggy Lloyd at the Town and Country Kennel Club’s day one show. Also on hand were the Labrador Retriever, CH Ridge Views Magician, the Bloodhound, CH Heathers A Little Night Magic, the Standard Schnauzer, CH Korpprets Cheaper By The Dz, the Yorkshire Terrier, CH Stringers Somethings Gotta Give, the Bichon Frise, CH Risgae Miabella Sweet Georgia, the Rough Collie, CH Gentrys Braveheart.

CH Risgae Miabella Sweet Georgia

Sunday, Dr Sophia Kaluzniacki saw the same Norwich, Bichon, & Collie and the Irish Setter, CH Kenmoras Eyema Stinker, the Basset Hound, CH Topsfield-Sanchu American Express, the Rottweiler, CH Barstes Heard It On The Ten , and the Brussels Griffon, CH Raja Got An Xtra Boost At Norbest. BIS went to the Bichon, Georgia. We can’t say for certain that Georgia is the number one Bichon, but this win puts her very close.

TAKE TWO IN LINCOLN NE

CH Abbedale Take Two At Taliesen
(Photo by Derek Glas)

The Council Bluffs Kennel Club gave us two shows in Lincoln NE this weekend, We did tell you that the Pug, CH Norkus Risky Business was Robert Sharp’s BIS pick. His options included the English Springer Spaniel, CH Tagalong N Shamrock Irish Eyes, the Whippet, CH Starlines Chanel, the Alaskan Malamute, CH Sno Klassic Play The Game, the Norwich Terrier, CH Abbedale Take Two At Taliesen, the French Bulldog, CH Devines La Confidential, the Bouvier des Flandres, CH Legacys Zane Grey.

CH Sno Klassic Play The Game

Sunday the judging book was passed to Doris Werdermann who saw Saturday finalists, the Malamute, the Norwich, the Pug, & the Frenchie, and the Black Cocker Spaniel, CH EXL’s Leather N Lace, the American Foxhound, CH Kiarry’s Foolish Pride, and the Smooth Collie, CH Sunnland’s Grand Entrance.HICs. Her BIS was the nation’s number four Working Dog, the Malamute, Player. We have this as his tenth all breed Best this year.

COLUMBUS OHIO RESULTS

There were four shows in Columbus OH this week and while we did give you Thursday’s and Friday’s results here’s the rest of the story.

CH Adili's American Idol

Saturday the Lima Kennel Club asked George E Marquis to pick a BIS and presented him with the German Wirehaired Pointer, CH Ripsnorter's Mt. View Lookout, the Rhodesian Ridgeback, CH Adili's American Idol, the Siberian Husky, CH Kontoki's A Bend In The Road, Friday’s BIS winner, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier, CH King's Mtn Minnie Mouse, the Long Coat Chihuahua, CH Saiyai's Thai Little Florist, the Dalmatian, CH Bret D's Sergeant Major, and the German Shepherd Dog, CH Kaleef Caterina V Kenlyn.

His BIS was the Rhodesian Ridgeback, Spirit. There are more Ridgebacks in the top twenty Hounds than any other breed. At your next dog show drop by their ring and see one of these magnificent animals. Spirit was bred by Tammy Lynch, Nadine Vaccarino, P Lia & Karen Lafleur, is owned by Tammy, Karen, & Kiki Courtelis, and handled by Frank Murphy.

CH King's Mtn Minnie Mouse

Sunday, it was Ruth Zimmerman in for the Central Ohio Kennel Club. Her seven included Saturday finalists, the GWP, the Siberian, the Dandie, and Shepherd, with the Greyhound, CH Gala Elfin Dance, the Shih Tzu, CH Xeralane's Face The Music, the Standard Poodle, CH Jasset's Satisfaction. It was another Terrier BIS with the Dandie, Minnie, picking up her second BIS of the weekend.

END OF AN ERA

For the Leather Stocking Cluster in upstat4e New York, it literally was the end of an era. After 40 years in the business dog show superintendent Eileen McNulty has retired. Sunday’s Del-Otse-Nango Kennel Club show in Syracuse NY was the last event produced by the east coast institution.

CH Sporting Field`s Bahama Sands

The Whippet, CH Sporting Field`s Bahama Sands, ran her all breed BIS total to ten winning both Friday’s North Country’s Kennel Club show and Saturday’s Chenango Valley Kennel Club event. On Friday, Tawny was accompanied in Richard Beauchamp’s final by the Flat-Coated Retriever, CH Light-Foot`s Sugar On Snow, the Bernese Mountain Dog, CH Trevi`s Lonestar, the Irish Terrier, CH Fleet St Fenway Fan, the Brussels Griffon, CH Jo-Li`s I`m A Tease, the Dalmatian, CH Bret D Gabriel`s Lost Art, and the Puli, CH Cordmaker Foeld Of Dreams.

Saturday Roberta Davies saw Tawny with the Irish Setter, CH Shadagee Caught Red-Handed, the Great Pyrenees, CH Rivergroves Trump This, Friday’s Irish Terrier, Finn, the Pekingese, CH Linn-Lee`s For The Good Times, the Schipperke, CH De Lamer Point Break, and the aforementioned Puli, Conrad.

CH Cordmaker Field Of Dreams

Sunday, everybody was back except the Setter and the Pyrenees to see Jacqueline Stacy. The two newcomers were the Golden Retriever, CH Tempo`s U`ve Got What Get`s Me and the Rottweiler, CH Ecko Ridges American Justice Vvonwilhelms. Her BIS was the nation’s number three dog, the Puli, Conrad. It was his second BIS of the weekend.

AFGHAN IN NORTH CAROLINA

We had one of the most exciting weekends this year and although we had quite a bit of same day coverage, we do have some catch up to do.

CH Genesis Silverado

First from yesterday’s Fayetteville Kennel Club in Concord NC, we hear that Ken Buxton’s final seven were the English Setter, CH Honeygait Wilsonlake On The Rocks, the Afghan Hound, CH Genesis Silverado, the Bernese Mountain Dog, CH Alpenspirit's Lion King, the Lakeland Terrier, CH Hi-Kel Terrydale Soldier Of Fortune, the Pug, CH Riversong's Broadway Joe, the Bichon Frise, CH Saks Hamelot Little Drummer Boy, and the German Shepherd Dog, CH Kridler's Nutmeg V Signature.

It was BIS number five for the country’s number one Afghan, Dylan. Congratulations to breeders Lou Guerrero, Hank Nave & L Schanzle, owners John Shaw, and handler Marcelo Veras.

TUCSON FINALISTS

CH Thaon’s Mowgli

Here’s the rest of Eugene Blake’s finalists from today’s Greater Sierra Vista Kennel Club In Tucson AZ. They were the Afghan Hound, CH Thaon’s Mowgli,, the Boxer, CH Duba Dae’s Who’s Your Daddy, the Lakeland Tarrier, CH Saredon For Your Eyes Only, the Affenpinscher, CH Tamarin Tug, the Bichon Frise, CH PaRay Rime Time, and the Bouvier des Flandres, CH Tiwa Josh De LA Salsa to be named later.

FOURTEEN TERRIER BIS

CH Skyscots Poker Chip

We have some BIS reports for you. In Chickasha OK, it was the Norwich Terrier, CH Skyscots Poker Chip getting Best In Show number ten at Saturday's Town and Country Kennel Club show.

CH Toasty’s Treasure Island

In Tucson AZ , Sunday’s BIS at the Greater Sierra Vista Kennel Club went to the Country’s number one Sporting Dog, the Golden Retriever, CH Toasty’s Treasure Island. We hear that the West Highland White Terrier, CH Arbroath’s Rosewood Rise N Shine, has taken the top prize both days at the San Luis Obispo Kennel Club shows in Paso Robles CA.

CH Arbroath’s Rosewood Rise N Shine
(Photo by Carol Beuchat)

Now, we think that’s four to the Scottie, three to two different Smooth Fox, two for the Westie, two to two different Norwich, and one each for the Lakeland, Kerry and Dandie. Pretty good week so far for the Terriers.

AKITA IN OREGON

Roger Hartinger closed the weekend in Roseburg OR, taking the last ring at the day two show of the Rogue Valley Kennel Club.

CH Mojo’s Rock’n Your World

He made his choice from the Britanny, CH RJ’s Sierra Edition, Thursday’s BIS winner, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, CH Soletrader Donald Duck, the Akita, CH Mojo’s Rock’n Your World, yesterday’s BIS winner, the Kerry Blue Terrier, CH Perris Blu Paris, the Silky Terrier, CH Barb-B‘s Tawnymist Tobias, the French Bulldog, CH Highwood’s Big Shot, the German Shepherd Dog, CH Von Hamm Bedkar I Know Nothing.

Today was another top prize for the country’s top Akita, Coupe. We have this as his twelfth of the year.

GSP TOPS IN OCALA

The Great Ocala (FL) Dog Club held their second show of the weekend today with Robert Naun overseeing the final ring.

CH Fieldfines Back In Action JH

His seven were the German Shorthaired Pointer, CH Fieldfines Back In Action JH, CH Sun Style’s Sensaton, yesterday’s BIS winner, the Norwich Terrier, CH Maystar’s Coast To Coast, the Italian Greyhound, CH Bo-Bett Open Button, the Chow Chow, CH Kelin’s There Can Only Be One, and the Border Collie, CH Sportinfields Pieta.

Today’s Best In Show went to the GSP, Ace, the 2009 GSPCA National Specialty winner. It’s the first all breed BIS in the last two years for the five year old. Ace was bred by Don & Claudia Orlandi & Bill Simberlund & Dot Vooris-Simberlund, who co-own Ace with Mac Macaluso and their daughter, Dorothea Vooris-Hand.

4 FOR 4 IN PHILLY

The benches are now all empty in Philadelphia and everyone is packed up and one their way home. The weekend ended as it began, with the nation’s number one dog, the Scottish Terrier, CH Roundtown Mercedes Of Maryscot, going BIS.

CH Roundtown Mercedes Of Maryscot

Before following the example of her three predecessors, Betty Regina Leininger considered the Labrador Retrieve, CH Casbar’s Hart To Hart, the 15” Beagle, CH Torquay’s Midnight Confession, the Doberman Pinscher, CH Allure Blazing Star Alisaton, the Miniature Pinscher, CH Kimro’s Soldier Boy, the Keeshond, CH Quest Stand By Me, and the Border Collie, CH Bon-Clyde’s Take One.

We hear that a fabulous time was had by all who attended. If you are anywhere near the City of Brotherly Love this time next year, put this cluster on your calendar.

TUCSON FINALISTS

We now have the names of most of the remaining finalists from yesterday's Tucson (AZ) Kennel Club.

CH Elan’s Command Decision Reimroc

In addition to his BIS winner, the Smooth Fox Terrier, CH Slyfox Sneaks A Peek, Linda More saw the Golden Retriever, CH Toasty’s Treasure Island, the Afghan hound, CH Thaon’s Mowgli, the winner of last month's Great Dane Club of America national Specialty, CH Elan’s Command Decision Reimroc, the Smooth Chihuahua, CH Ayrwen Star Kissed Delight, the Chinese Shar-pei, CH Guthries How Sweet It Is, and the Old English Sheepdog, CH Bugaboo’s Georgie Girl.

Congratulations to them all.