FIRST TIMER BACKSBACK BIS

Sioux Falls SD is a bit off the beaten path for most exhibitors, but those that did make to the Sioux Empire Kennel Club’s three shows this past weekend were rewarded with a first timer’s back2back BIS performance.  The Boxer, CH Nantess Caleno Numero Uno, would capture both Friday’s and Saturday’s BIS.

GCH CH Kingsview Just Ebony

Judge Vincent Grosso had the final ring on Friday and would choose Uno out of a field that included the he Clumber Spaniel, GCH CH Nexus Eclipse, the Greyhound, CH Lorricbrook Royal Picture, his Reserve pick the Scottish Terrier, GCH CH Kingsview Just Ebony, the Pomeranian, GCH CH CR Chase What Matters, the Dalmatian, GCH CH Folklore Celtic Crossfire Trail, and the Bouvier des Flandres, CH Margaux It Takes Two to Tango.

GCH CH Nexus Eclipse

Judge Paula Hartinger would consider the same Clumber, Boxer, Scottie, Pomeranian, the Rhodesian Ridgeback, GCH CH Courage Hilltop U Don't Mess With Zohan Of Afrikka, the Miniature Poodle, GCH CH Dimarko Endurance, and the Shetland Sheepdog, GCH CH Grandgable the Frat Boy, before choosing Uno for her BIS and the Clumber, Eli.

The wins were the first BIS in three final attempts this year for Uno and breeder/owner/handler Tessie Savage.  Congratulations to Tessie, co-breeders/owners Nancy Savage and owners Guido & Sue Tafur.  We hope to have a photo for your soon.

GCH CH Fist Face a Penny for Your Thought

Eli, the Clumber would return to the BIS ring on Sunday to collect the BIS from judge Judy Webb.  Joining them were the Whippet, CH Northwind’s Decisive Moment, the above named Boxer, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, GCH CH Cumhill’s Hellraiser, her RBIS, the Brussels Griffon, GCH CH Fist Face a Penny for Your Thought, the previously seen Dalmatian, and the returning Sheltie.  It was Eli’s second BIS in 14 trips to the final ring this year.