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.