• Sick Kids Test Showbag with a Helping Paw from DOGS NSW.
• All Ears - New study reveals Dogs’ remarkable ability to listen to human speech.
• Win a ‘Furlore Cuddler Dog Bed’ Competition
• Puppy Competition
7 Neuter of the Year
• Winner of the 2024 Neuter Dog of the Year.
10 1st Annual Field Spaniel Club of NSW Championship Sho w
• Coverage of the Club’s Inaugural Championship Show held on 18 April 2025.
A Gordon Setter is an active dog and owners should be prepared to devote time to providing suitable exercise, such as walks, with access to an off-lead area where it can run freely. The breed is very intelligent and responds well to training. The Gordon Setter is patient, loyal and wellknown for its attachment to family.
19 Feature: How to Socialise your Dog
• Article by bestbullysticks.com
2025 Breed Spotlight Breeds 24 Feature: Designer breeds top the list of dog insurance claims
• Article based on findings from Petsy Insurance.
Left: Photo by Linda Westron. Owner: Jean Collins-Pitman ~ Amscot Gordon Setters.
Chairman's REPORT
Dear Members,
The National Obedience, Rally and Trick Trials event held at our Orchard Hills grounds was a great success. The day started off with great weather, an opening with Kate Parry-Rice singing our National Anthem, to the many competitors - a total of 737 entries for both days. Congratulations to the Obedience, Tracking & Performance Disciplines Committee for staging such a wonderful event.
With the changing times and our acknowledgement that there are so many aspects of companionship we can share with our dogs in the many and varied sports, along with our traditional conformation shows, it was great to see so many rings filled with sports from Obedience to Trick Dogs.
Members have been more vigilant in observing their local council notices and are becoming aware of some councils’ approach or changing attitudes to the keeping of animals. It is important for members to take note of any changes that a local council may be considering to adopt in their keeping of animals policies which can become more restrictive having consequences that will further restrict the breeding and owning of pets.
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW invited DOGS NSW to provide purebred puppies to the Childrens Hospitals Westmead and Randwick. It was a great opportunity to showcase some lovely purebred puppies to the sick children and a very generous gesture from two of our DOGS NSW members, Sue McFadden and Marilyn Parker.
The promotion of our Dogs On Show event, scheduled for 14 June 2025, is well under way and we encourage as many clubs as possible to attend this great day.
Kind Regards
Lyn Brand
DOGS NSW President
Her Excellency The Honourable Margaret Beazley AO KC, Governor of New South Wales
The Field Spaniel Club of NSW celebrated their very 1st Annual Championship Show on Good Friday, 18 April 2025. With Judge Jouka Leiviska from Finland, a festive atmosphere, and a well organised show, the event was a great success. Coverage of this inaugural event commences on page 10.
Every year, prior to the Royal Easter Show, The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW invite some very special guests to help find the best Show Bag. Over forty children from The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick and the Starlight Children’s Foundation became official Showbag Experts for the 2025 Royal Easter Show. DOGS NSW is very honoured to have participated in this event for the past few years by bringing along puppies for children and adults to pat and cuddle. Coverage of this year’s event appears on page 8.
Socialisation of your canine companion is so important for the health and welfare of your dog, but also makes life so much easier for owners, particularly when venturing out to the vet, going for walks and general contact with other dogs and people. Socialisation should preferably commence at any early age, however the article, which appears on page 19, discusses all aspects of socialisation, even as adult or rehomed dogs.
The spotlight feature breed this month is the Gordon Setter; an intensely loyal breed that thrives in an attentive, loving environment, making a good family dog. Puppies and adult dogs can be quite boisterous, and although they are patient by nature, may not be suitable for households with very young children. Gordons are sensitive and empathic, eager to learn, and need firm but gentle handling. Early socialisation and obedience training are important. The breed is one of the slowest to mature, not hitting prime until three years of age or more. Gordon Setters were bred to run, and require 60 to 80 minutes of vigorous exercise daily. The feature commences on page 16.
April’s Competition to win a copy of ‘The Dog Owner’s Manual’ by Dr Karen Hedberg was won by Kirsty Meikle, Tamara Hargraves, Noelene Black and Raine M Sloss. Congratulations to all winners!
If you think you have been a continuous member with DOGS NSW for 25 years or more, or would just like to check on your membership’s longevity please call DOGS NSW® on 9834 3022 or email: info@dogsnsw.org.au
For those members who have reached their 60, 50 and 25 year membership status, we would like to acknowledge these members and thank them for their continuing support of our organisation with a badge and certificate. Please note the recent recipients below.
60 Year members
• 1955 Mrs Maree Dodds
25
Year members
• 1975 Mr & Mrs Graham & Carol Moeser
• 1985 Mrs Samantha Lawler
• 1996 Mr & Mrs Marcus & Tiane Blaik
New Products
- Facemasks, tote bags, Aprons, stone slabs, medallions, and much more
Satin Show Ribbons and Sublimation Products for all occasions
Grand CH. Boxcrest Courage Under Fire Multiple Best In Show Winner He does it Again!
DOGS NSW NEUTER OF THE YEAR 2022 & 2024
Owner: Yvonne Green
DOGS NSW Member: 2100024482
Breeder: Rebecca Pandelis
Photo (left): Noeleen Marmont Photography
Sick Kids Test Showbags with a Helping Paw from DOGS NSW
In March of this year, the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW invited over forty children from The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick and the Starlight Children’s Foundation to become official Showbag Experts for the 2025 Royal Easter Show. Their task is to have fun and help find the best showbag for Sydney Royal Showgoers.
For these seriously ill children, it is a welcome distraction with balloons, tricksters, face-painting, fairies, ponies, alpacas and puppies to pat.
DOGS NSW is very honoured to have participated in this event for the past few years by bringing along puppies for children and adults to pat and cuddle.
This year, Marilyn Parker and I took three 8-week-old Labrador Retriever puppies bred by Guy Spagnolo. They were a huge hit and just loved every bit of attention. After all, who can resist a Labrador puppy?
At 11.00am, with much excitement, the children attended the showbag reveal. By midday, their job was done and all came out with many showbags and massive smiles. After giving the puppies a final pat, they headed out for lunch and drinks.
It made us enormously proud to be DOGS NSW members and breeders and one of the most heart-warming experiences to see how much joy this day gives these wonderful children.
WORDS: Sue McFadden
The 1st Annual Field Spaniel Club of NSW Show
The Field Spaniel Club of NSW (FSCNSW) is Australia’s first Field Spaniel Club and, on Good Friday, hosted our first Annual Championship Show, smashing a record in the process. We were delighted to have Jouko Leiviskä from Finland as our judge for our 1st Annual Field Spaniel Club of NSW Championship Show. Jouko has judged in almost all European countries, including England and Ireland, plus regularly in Australia.
In honour of Diane Seymour, who introduced the first Field Spaniel to Australia, we created the Diane Seymour Perpetual Trophy. Diane re-introduced the Field Spaniel into Australia in 1989 after falling in love with the breed on one of her trips back to the UK. With the help of Peggy Grayson, Diane imported two Fields, a male and a female, CH. Oldholbans Knight At Arms and CH. Solotown Solitaire. These were to be the first sire and dam of Field Spaniels in Australia.
We were lucky enough to have Diane’s daughter, Diane, at our show to present the Best in Show Perpetual Trophy and Runner up in Show Shields to the winners.
See image left: (from left to right) ~ Best In Show Winner
Jo Reimer, Judge Jouka Leiviska and Diane Seymour presenting the Best In Show Perpetual Trophy.
A very special thank you to our generous anonymous donor for sponsoring this magnificent Trophy.
We had over 20 sponsors for our prizes, from individuals and iconic Australian pet brands, with each class winner receiving a prize pack valued at over $350. Our cash prizes were donated by Birdrise Field Spaniels (SA), Daintyfield Field Spaniels (NSW) and beautiful rosettes and sashes by Shevington Field Spaniels (SA).
Held at DOGS NSW grounds, the show garnered 42 entries from exhibitors from all around Australia, a record number of Field Spaniels at a show in Australia.
Congratulations to all our exhibitors and winners of our show; it was a truly special day.
Jo Reimer, who is the owner of our Best in Show, said:
“It is such a privilege to have been awarded Best in Show at the Inaugural Championship Show with my amazing Cilla and to be awarded The Diane Seymour Memorial Trophy. Diane was an early mentor of mine and was instrumental in importing quality Field Spaniels into Australia back in the 1980/90’s. I am personally very thankful to Diane for her foresight and commitment to delivering quality in the breed to this country, as I would not have my amazing dogs without her and her partners in Fields, Yvonne and Robert Lauder.”
“I would also like to recognise and congratulate the club as being the first Field Spaniel Club in Australia. The committee, of whom most are relatively new to the dog world, have done an amazing job of not only pulling together the Club itself, but putting on a world class show and securing quality sponsors from breeders and dog product producers across Australia, all in their first year! They should all be proud of their achievements.”
Image Left: A small section of the Trophy table with Best in Show Perpetual Trophy and Runner-Up in Show Shields.
GENERAL SPECIALS
Judge: Mr Jouko Leiviska (FIN)
Best In Show (pictured left)
CH. BIRDRISE THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL
Owner: Jo Reimer
Runner -Up In Show (below left)
CH. FAYEMOR ONE FINE DAY
Owner: J Morrison
Neuter In Show (below right)
CH. NEUT. GRAND CH. DAWNUS BEAR
FORCE ONE SWA FMX. ET. WPD.
Owner: S Betts
Julie Morrison who is the owner of our Runner Up Best In Show said:
“To be awarded RUBIS from a record number of quality Field Spaniels was unexpected and an absolute thrill. It was an honour to receive the Diane Seymour RUBIS Perpetual Trophy. It was also my pleasure to sponsor the Veterans Parade and watch these beautiful oldies strut their stuff. Thank you to everyone involved for making this day so special.”
Julie Morrison of Fayemor Field Spaniels kindly sponsored our Veteran’s Parade, which was for all those Field Spaniels who are 7 years of age or older, and consisted of a lap of honour around the show ring as their titles were read out. Every veteran received a Medallion for being in the very first Field Spaniel Club of NSW Veterans Parade.
Our show also featured a Bake Stand, Club Merchandise area for members to try on samples and our highlypopular raffle drum for extra ticket sales.
We had wonderful prizes including tropical holidays, a boat day on Sydney Harbour and more.
The Raffle, Merchandise and Bake Stand helped raise over $3,000 for the club to help set up our club for success.
Our binded catalogue included features about the origins of our Perpetual Trophy, Field Spaniels in Dog Sports, Breeder advertisements and more. It’s now a keepsake for the future to help commemorate the show.
Roslyn Thomas from the Poodle Club of NSW was also in attendance and said “I have attended many shows, over about a fifty-year period. On Friday I attended the Field Spaniel Show, which was, without a doubt, one of the nicest shows I have ever attended. It was well run and the atmosphere amongst the exhibitors was great. It was wonderful to see about forty Field Spaniels all in one place, a sight which has never occurred before. What an educational experience for the onlookers and also the exhibitors. Congratulations, may this be the beginning of many events in the future conducted by this new club.”
Thank you to Stephen Oliver, our Steward for our 1st Annual Field Spaniel Club of NSW Championship Show for giving Jouko and our exhibitors a warm welcome. A very special thank you to Roslyn Thomas and the Poodle Club of NSW for bringing Jouko to Australia and supporting our new Club.
Thank you Dana Russo for capturing beautiful shots at our show.
The Club was created for Field Spaniel owners, breeders and enthusiasts throughout Australia. Our aim is to preserve and promote this rare breed, through a range of activities for breeders and owners alike, including championship shows, fun and information days for pet owners (and would-be owners) and a range of performance events including Scent Work, Sprint DogTM and other sports incorporating all breeds.
As we look forward, we have plenty of other activities lined up for the club and greater DOGS NSW community ranging from Introduction to Scent Work Workshops through to our Scent Work trial in August. We are passionate about promoting our rare breed and also paving the way for the next generation of Field Spaniels and their owners.
Words: Kath Purkis
Images: Dana Russo Photography
Images:
Page 12 (Top):’Fly’ CH. NEUT. GRAND CH. DAWNUS BEAR FORCE ONE SWA FMX. ET. WPD.; Bottom: Best Breeders Team: Jo Reimer ~ C.I.B. CH. FIELDSPAN PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS.
Page 13 (left): After Show Shots with Dana Russo - K Purkis, S Betters & J Morrison.
Middle (left): Rosettes and prizes.
Middle (right):A small part of the amazing prize and trophy table.
Bottom: Exhibitors on the day.
All Ears
New Study Reveals Dogs’ Remarkable Ability to Listen to Human Speech
A new study conducted by animal behaviour and mammalian cognition experts at the Universities of Lincoln and Sussex, and Jean Monnet University, reveals that dogs may be far better at understanding human speech than previously understood. The group’s research paper, Domestic dogs (Canis familiaris) recognise meaningful content in monotonous streams of read speech), explains that dogs actually ‘listen in’ when we are speaking, even if the speech is not directed at them. According to the findings, dogs possess the neurological capacity to passively sift through information and commands relevant to them when humans are talking.
Humans and dogs have lived symbiotically for over 14,000 years, yet despite our mutualistic bond, there remains a poor understanding of whether dogs do understand what we say. The group investigated whether dogs can spontaneously identify meaningful content in a stream of irrelevant speech that is spoken in a monotone voice.
A mixed group of dogs from a variety of breeds were recruited for the exercise and were each exposed to a stream of speech which contained both relevant commands and irrelevant information, all spoken in a flat tone. Surprisingly, the dogs consistently responded to the commands, demonstrating their ability to extract meaningful verbal content from what was spoken.
Typically, when addressing our canine companions, we deliver commands in isolation with exaggerated intonationknown as dog-directed speech (DDS), which provide vocal cues to the animal to pay attention. This DDS closely resembles the “baby talk”, or infant-directed speech, used with young children.
The implications of these findings have an expansive reach in the field of human-animal interactions and highlight that dogs are equipped with the neural architecture to support speech recognition, that could be advantageous when training service dogs.
Dr Holly Root-Gutteridge, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Lincoln, commented: “Dogs understand that we say their name to get their attention, and this is almost always paired with a happy ‘baby talk’ speech register because dogs prefer it. We wanted to see if dogs were only responding to this happy voice or if they could recognise their name, even when it was buried in a sentence and delivered in a flat voice.
“We found that dogs could absolutely find their name when presented in a monotone way and buried in stream of irrelevant speech - a prerequisite for comprehending language - and shows how good they are at listening to us. We also discovered that they gave those familiar words about the same degree of attention as the meaningless words spoken in the DDS ‘happy voice’, but less than if we paired up their name and the DDS voice.
“So, this means that they’re listening to us all the time and can pick out their name, but they will pay more attention if you give them both cues. So, “Sheba, come on then” gets more attention from her if you sound eager to see her.”
Project leader, Professor David Reby at the University of Saint Etienne and Visiting Professor at the University of Sussex where the research was initiated, said: “We show that dogs can recognise speech information relevant to them in the absence of the usual prosody we use when we address them.
“The fact that basic verbal information can be perceived by a species that does not speak either indicates that human speech exploits perceptual abilities present in other mammals, or that dogs have a special ear for human speech as a consequence of domestication.”
The research was funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Research Sciences Council.
The paper is available to read online: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10071-025-01948-z The study is published in the Journal of Comparative Psychology: and is available to read online at: https://psycnet.apa.org/doi/10.1037/com0000390
Board of Directors Nominations
Members are advised that the notice regarding the TIMETABLE – NOMINATIONS FOR ELECTIONS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2025 will appear in the July edition of the Gazette.
At
2025
General Meeting of RNSWCC Ltd, five (5) members of the Board of Directors will retire by rotation in accordance with the Constitution of RNSWCC Ltd. Nominations will be called to fill these vacancies, which are all from the Metropolitan Region.
Details regarding eligibility, nomination requirements, and the election process will be published in full in the next Gazette (July). Members interested in nominating are encouraged to review the notice carefully and adhere to the outlined procedures and deadlines.
Please ensure that you read the July Gazette, the Weekly Woof e-newsletter and DOGS NSW website, for comprehensive information.
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BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG CLUB OF NS W
CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW
THE BILL SPILSTEAD COMPLEX FOR CANINE AFFAIRS, 44 LUDDENHAM RD, ORCHARD HILLS
SUNDAY 17 AUGUST 2025
Classes to be judged: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 & 18 (dogs & bitches). Veterans over 7 years (winners of class 12 & 12a can be in Challenge line up)
Entries to: Cataloguer, PO Box 3122, Dural 2158
Extreme Weather Ph & Ph: 0408 420 945
Cheques made payable to: Bernese Mountain Dog Club of NSW
JUDGE
Mrs L Salina-Toma (Switzerland)
Judging Commences & Order of Judging: At completion of Bernese Mountain Dog Judging at Ladies Kennel Club of NSW Show. Commencing with Parade of Veterans but not before 10am
DOGS NSW Representative: Mrs G Marsh
Entry Fees: Members $20.00, Non Members $25.00, All Baby Puppy $10.00
Entries to: Mrs S Ibbott-Cordi, 3 Bevans Road, Galston 2159 Ph & Extreme Weather Ph: 0419 695 206 Cheques made payable to: DOGS NSW
JUDGE
Ms K Molloy (NSW)
Order of Judging: As per catalogue
Judging Commences: Immediately following vetting
DOGS NSW Representative: Mrs L Mansfield
Vetting Time: 7.00am followed by Obedience & Gaiting. Gates will be locked at 7.00am - no late admittance
Vetting Officer: Dr Jennifer Green BVSc
Entry Fees: $60.00
Catalogues: Included with entry
Refreshments: Light refreshments available Camping: Book through DOGS NSW website
• Dogs height at shoulder MUST be supplied with entry.
• Bitches in oestrum are not permitted on the grounds, bitches in whelp cannot compete.
• Open to all breeds: Main, Limited, Sporting and Associate Registers.
• Age Limitation: The test is open to dogs who have attained their second birthday on or before 10 August 2025 but who have not turned eight as at 10 August 2025.
• Pre-requisite: A veterinarian certificate, issued within 14 days immediately prior to 10 August 2025, must be submitted on the day for each dog. It shall cover such things as general fitness, temperature, standing heart rate, conditions of pads and muscle tone of dog (for bitches the certificate is also to state that the bitch is not in whelp).
• The handler must be at least twelve (12) years old at 10 August 2025
• Helmets MUST be worn if riding a bicycle.
• Dogs will not be permitted to have their temperature lowered artificially, unless directed by a Veterinarian, and that dog will then be disqualified.
• Gates will be locked at 7.00am and will not be re-opened until after the conclusion of the test. NO access to grounds until the test is concluded.
• Handlers may jog the distance, ride a push bicycle or tricycle or one powered by battery, provided the required speed is maintained. USE OF ANY OTHER MOTORISED MECHANICAL VEHICLE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED The handler when riding must wear enclosed shoes and a helmet.
• Non competing dogs must be secured in a vehicle, dog trailer or crate while gaiting and obedience is being conducted
• Non competing dogs MUST NOT cause a distraction to competing dogs.
PRIZES -
All Qualifiers: Sash
Entries Close: 17 August 2025
NSW STATE RETRIEVING CHAMPIONSHIP
HOSTED BY THE DOGS NSW RAFT COMMITTEE
HARTLEY NSW
SATURDAY 6 & SUNDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2025
Entries to: Show Manager or paper to Mrs A Menil, 15 Kirkloch Close, Wallsend 2287 Ph & Extreme Weather Ph: 0400 337 976 (Sandra Hodges)
Cheques made payable to: DOGS NSW Retrieving Trial Championship
JUDGES
Mr R Cooper (NSW) and Mr R Jackson (QLD)
Order of Judging: As per draw, start order as per catalogue
Judging Commences: 8.00am
DOGS NSW Representative: Member of the DOGS NSW RAFT Committee
Vetting Time: 7.15am - 7.45am Vetting Officer: Member of Committee
Entry Fees: $60.00 per dog Catalogues: Included with entry
Bitches in oestrum not permitted within the vicinity of the trial grounds
• A variety of game within rules will be used
• Entry eligibility must be met as per Dogs Australia rules & proof must be provided on request
• Draw will take place at 5.00pm on Friday 5 September 2025, venue tbc.
• All competing dogs & bitches must be vetted each day of trial
• All competitors required to show their firearms licence/permit at vetting
• All dogs and their handlers that finish the Championship are expected to remain on the grounds until ALL judging is completed, and are expected to stay at the trial campsite for the prize-giving presentation and photographs. This is essential to retain future sponsorship
PRIZES: 1st - 5th Places: Cash, Trophy & Sash
MUDGEE & DISTRICT KENNEL & OBEDIENCE CLUB INC
TWO OBEDIENCE & RALLY TRIALS &
3 CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOWS ON THE SAME GROUNDS VICTORIA PARK, GREVILLEA ST, GULGONG
SATURDAY 9 & SUNDAY 10 AUGUST 2025
Classes to be Judged: CCD, CD, CDX, UD, UDX, RN, RA, RE, RM
Entries to: Natasha Ackland, 409 Snakes Creek Rd, Wilbetree, 2850 Ph & Extreme Weather Ph: 0438 059 434 Cheques made payable to: Mudgee & District Kennel & Obedience Club Inc
JUDGES
Mrs J Van Der Vegt (NSW) Sat UDX, UD, Sun CCD, RM
Mr R Probert (NSW) Sat CDX, CD, Sun RE, RA, RN
Mr C Giles (ACT) Sat CCD, RM, Sun UD, UDX
Ms D Anderson (NSW) Sat RE, RA, RN, Sun CD, CDX
Judging Commences: Obed 9.00am, Rally not before 10.00am
Order of Judging: As per schedule
DOGS NSW Representative: Mr B Gilhooley
Entry Fees: Members $12.00, Non Members $14.00
Catalogues: $5.00 for both days
The Club reserves the right to alter or amend judging arrangements if numbers entered so require
PRIZES:
1st, 2nd & 3rd: Cash & Sash, donated goods
Entries Close: 17 August 2025
NATIONAL RETRIEVING TRIAL
HOSTED BY THE DOGS NSW RAFT COMMITTEE HARTLEY NSW FRIDAY 12, SATURDAY 13 & SUNDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2025
Entries to: Show Manager or paper to Mrs A Menil, 15 Kirkloch Close, Wallsend 228 Ph & Extreme Weather Ph: 0425 302 969 (Sandra Hodges)
Cheques made payable to: DOGS NSW Retrieving Trial Championship
JUDGES
Mr A Turner (QLD) and Mr E Colasimone (QLD)
Order of Judging: As per draw, start order as per catalogue
Judging Commences: 8.00am
DOGS NSW Representative: Member of the DOGS NSW RAFT Committee
Vetting Time:7.15am - 7.45am Vetting Officer: Member of Committee
Entry Fees: $60.00 per dog Catalogues: Included with entry
Bitches in oestrum not permitted within the vicinity of the trial grounds
• A variety of game within rules will be used
• Entry eligibility must be met as per Dogs Australia rules & proof must be provided on request
• Draw will take place at 5.00pm on Friday 5 September 2025, venue tbc.
• All competing dogs & bitches must be vetted each day of trial
• All competitors required to show their firearms licence/permit at vetting
• All dogs and their handlers that finish the trial are expected to remain on the grounds until ALL judging is completed, and are expected to stay at the trial campsite for the prize-giving presentation and photographs. This is essential to retain future sponsorship
PRIZES: 1st - 5th Places: Cash, Trophy & Sash
Entries Close: 4 July 2025
IVES SHOWGROUND, MONA VALE RD, ST IVES
SUNDAY 13 (AM/PM) JULY 2025
Classes to be judged: Rally Novice, Rally Advanced, Rally Excellent, Rally Masters
Entries to: Mrs M Ramsay, PO Box 426, Turramurra 2074
Ph & Extreme Weather Ph: 0438 768 031
Cheques made payable to: Northern Suburbs Dog Training Club Inc JUDGES
Trial 1
Ms P Ohm (NSW) Rally Novice
Miss V Etherington OAM (NSW) Rally Advanced
Mr R Probert (NSW) Rally Excellent
Mrs V Craig (NSW) Rally Masters
Trial 2
Mr P Connoley (NSW) Rally Novice
Mrs S Hutchins (NSW) Rally Advanced
Mr C Giles (ACT) Rally Excellent
Mrs T Geary (NSW) Rally Masters
Order of Judging: As per Catalogue
Judging Commences: AM Trial 9.00am, PM Trial not before 12.00pm
DOGS NSW Representative: Mrs B Monteith
Check in Time: AM Trial 8.15-8.45am, PM Trial 11.00 - 11.30am (if not presented earlier)
Entry Fees: $15.00
Catalogues: Available online 4 days prior to trial at www.nsdogtraining.org.au
No formal vetting will be conducted
The Club reserves the right to vet any dog on the grounds.
Bitches in oestrum are not permitted on the grounds
Please include email address, dog titles and dog jump height on entry form
Obed Winner of Winners: $50 Cash & Sash, donated goods
Late entries will not be accepted. Entries may close if maximum number reached
NSDTC reserves the right to appoint additional or substitute judges
PRIZES - 1st: Ribbon & prize, 2nd, 3rd: Ribbon
Entries Close: 29 July 2025
NORTHERN SUBURBS DOG TRAINING CLUB INC
DOUBLE TRICK DOG TEST
ST IVES SHOWGROUND, MONA VALE RD, ST IVES
SUNDAY 17 (AM/PM) AUGUST 2025
Classes to be judged: Starter, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced
Entries to: Cataloguer, PO Box 426, Turramurra 2074
Ph & Extreme Weather Ph: 0423 181 141
Cheques made payable to: Northern Suburbs Dog Training Club Inc
JUDGES
Mrs C Jensen (NSW) AM Starter, PM Advanced
Miss J Stewart (NSW) AM Novice, PM Intermediate
Miss V Etherington OAM (NSW) AM Intermediate, PM Novice
Mrs C Diebler (NSW) AM Advanced, PM Starter
Order of Judging: As per Catalogue
Judging Commences: AM Trial 9.00am, PM Trial not before 11.00am.
DOGS NSW Representative: Mr B Watters
Check in Time: 8.30am. Please hand your completed list of tricks in at check-in.
Entry Fees: $15.00
Catalogues: Available online prior to trial at www.nsdogtraining.org.au
Entries open 12 June 2025 at 9.00am
Ring size 12m x 12m
All exhibitor cards to be collected on the day.
No formal vetting but the Club reserves the right to vet any dog on the grounds.
NSDTC reserves the right to appoint additional or substitute judges without notice if necessary.
PRIZES -
1st, 2nd, 3rd: Cash & Sash, All Qualifiers: Ribbon
Entries Close: 1 August 2025
PORT MACQUARIE DOG CLUB INC
AGILITY, JUMPING & GAMES TRIALS
CHARLIE WATT RESERVE, PEMBROOKE RD, TELEGRAPH POINT
SATURDAY 9 & SUNDAY 10 AUGUST 2025
Classes to be judged: AD, ADX, ADM, ADO, JD, JDX, JDM, JDO, GD, GDX, GDM
Entries to: Trial Secretary, PO Box 609, Port Macquarie 2444
Extreme Weather Ph: 0412 373 231
Cheques made payable to: Port Macquarie Dog Club Inc
Dishonoured cheques will incur a fee of $10.00
JUDGES
Mrs R Jones (NSW) Sat AM JD, JDX, JDM, Sat PM GDM GDX, GDM
Mrs A Parris (NSW) Sat AM AD, ADX, ADM, Sat PM JD, JDX, JDM, Sun AD, ADX, ADM, ADO
Miss J Taylor (NSW) Sun JD, JDX, JDM, JDO
Order of Judging: As per Catalogue
Judging Commences: 8.00am both days
DOGS NSW Representatives: Dr S Glavac
Entry Fees: $11.00
Catalogues: Will be available online
Camping: Limited camping at grounds - must be booked prior to event by email pmq.dogclub@outlook.com
Other Accommdation: Stoney Park - (02) 6585 0080, Rollands Plains Reserve (02) 6585 8090
Bitches in Oestrum may not be trialled
PRIZES:-
All Classes 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Trophy (Cash) & Sash, Qualifying & Title: Sash
WERRIWA ALL BREEDS DOG TRAINING CLUB INC
ALL BREEDS OBEDIENCE TRIAL
FREEMAN OVAL, OFF WILLIAMSON CRES, WARWICK FARM
SATURDAY 16 AUGUST 2025
Classes to be judged: CCD, Novice, Open, UD, UDX
Entries to: Werriwa Dog Training Club, 6 Wynyard Ave, Bass Hill 2197
Ph & Extreme Weather Ph: 0419 412 498
Cheques made payable to:
Werriwa All Breeds Dog Training Club Inc
Direct Deposit: St George, BSB: 112879, Acc No: 421770468
JUDGES
Mrs C Crouch OAM (NSW) CCD
Mrs S Hutchins (NSW) Novice
Mr R Probert (NSW) Open
Mrs M Fazekas (NSW) UD
Miss V Etherington (NSW) UDX
Order of Judging: As per schedule
Judging Commences: 9.00am
DOGS NSW Representative: Mrs L Dibbin
Entry Fees: $13.00 per entry
Catalogues: $5.00 or available online
There will be no formal vetting
Bitches in oestrum may not be trialled
PRIZES
CCD & Novice 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Trophy & Sash
Open, UD, UDX 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Cash & Sash
Championships & Titles Awarded - February 2025
CHAMPIONSHIPS: TOYS
Affenpinscher
CH. DESPACITO ALLURE SENSUELLE (IMP POL) PKRII-154529 (M) 13/01/2021 FULL METAL JACKET
V.TANI KAZARI NHSB3078620 : POL. CH. FAIRY
FLORA V. TANI KAZARI NHSB3012226 - Mr R Clark
CH. KNIGHTBRIDGE HELLO POSSUMS 2100600719 (F) 09/03/2023 CH. DESPACITO ALLURE SENSUELLE (IMP POL) PKRII-154529 : SUP.CH. DOM. FAIRY FAUNA V. TANI KAZARI (IMP NLD) NHSB3012227Mr R Clark
CH. CASMIFF ANNIE 2100610526 (F) 03/12/2023 CH. CASMIFF KAJEN PHANTASY 2100416825 : CASMIFF LITTLE SAMMI 2100532677 - Mrs L D Sheens
CH. SOYEUX JEY 2100614371 (M) 23/03/2024 EE. JR CH. LTU. CH. LTU. JR CH. SUNN DE LION WILLIAM (IMP LTU) RKF5658714 : DOM. SOYEUX PETTICOATS N LACE 2100509435 - Mrs C Goodman
CH. SOYEUX SHIMMER N SHINE 2100614372 (F) 23/03/2024 EE. JR CH. LTU. CH. LTU. JR CH. SUNN DE LION WILLIAM (IMP LTU) RKF5658714 : DOM. SOYEUX PETTICOATS N LACE 2100509435 - Mrs C Goodman
Miniature Pinscher
CH. BLACKGRANITE ROXY MONTEVERDI 2100588950 (F) 11/07/2022 SURANA EXCLUSIVE DESIGN 2100520345 : ALLOBEK GOOD TO BE ME 6100117154 - Mrs B Caffyn
Pekingese
CH. ATHALOW CHERRY PIE 2100604272 (M) 21/06/2023 CH. YAKEE A NUGGET OF PLATINUM (IMP UK) AT00297201 : CH. ATHALOW IN RUBY RED PUMPS 2100519108 - Mr B & Mrs J Payne
Pomeranian
CH. ALTANIA SWEET MOSCATO 5100139384 (F) 04/06/2023 CH. SUP.CH. POMQUEST LEST WE FORGET 4100307263 : ALTANIA CHIANTI GARNACHA 5100123557 - Miss R Walsh & Mr B Abraham
CH. POSMO FLAMING HOT STAR 2100570123 (F) 29/07/2021 CH. SUP.CH. POMQUEST LEST WE FORGET 4100307263 : CH. POSMO IM A LITTLE STAR 2100483409 - Mrs S L Wilkinson
Pug
CH. C.I.B. KABOVA ALMOST FAMOUS 2100539276 (F) 29/03/2020 CH. KABOVA YOURS TRULY 2100486008 : CH. KABOVA MOVIN ON UP 2100505555 - Ms J M
Whitney
CH. KABOVA JOY RIDE 2100613910 (F) 05/02/2024
CH. KABOVA FULL THROTTLE 2100411614 : SUP. CH. KABOVA BRIGHT LIGHTS 2100474540 - Ms J M
Whitney
C.I.B. SUP.CH. KABOVA COURAGE UNDA FIRE 2100555525 (M) 03/12/2020 C.I.B. SUP.CH. KABOVA CROWDED HOUSE 2100473021 : KABOVA FIRESTARTER 2100477089 - Ms J M Whitney
CH. KABOVA KISSED BY A ROSE 2100615548 (M) 09/04/2024 OBSIDION SUPERNOVA 5100137956 : CH. KABOVA BRIGHT EYES 2100581503 - Ms J M
CH. KANGALA GLAMOROUS (AI) 2100574397 (S) 09/11/2021 CH. KANGALA WITHOUT A TRACE 2100288910-SEM : CH. NEUT. CH. KANGALA TAR BABY 2100529897 - Ms N Clark
CH. NEUT. CH. KANGALA TAR BABY 2100529897 (S) 16/12/2019 CH. PUGINI TAR BABY (IMP UK) AC00390301 : CH. KANGALA YUNO 2100437106Miss S & Miss A Hannan
Yorkshire Terrier
CH. VROSE NICE DAY 2100615817 (F) 27/03/2024
CH. SMIDGIT GET DRUNK N GO WILD 2100544309 : JAZZUKI HARPER 3100388089 - Ms S Knowles
TERRIERS
Bedlington Terrier
CH. L’END SHOW MY STAR IS BORN (IMP RUS) RKF5916968 (F) 03/08/2019 CZE. CH. ITL. CH. LTU. CH. RU. JR CH. RUS. CH. LÉND SHOW METTI SURPRISE AT GLARE RKF3857869 : FIORALAINN RUSSIAN MELODY 2100469753 - Mrs E Clarke
CH. L’END SHOW MAUI (IMP RUS) RKF6796850 (M) 06/06/2023 EE. CH. RUS. CH. L’END SHOW MASTERPEICE FOR ALL TIMES RKF5916962 : RKF. CH. RU. JR CH. RUS. CH. L’END SHOW MICHELLE MEILLEUR AMI RKF5079231 - Mrs E Clarke
CH. BRECKLAND ITS A KIND OF MAGIC 2100590218 (F) 14/06/2022 CH. PIPERDENE PURPLE RAIN 7100036271 : CH. BRECKLAND STICKY FINGERS 2100424234 - Mr G B & Mrs E Wells
CH. FIORALAINN BORN OF FIRE (AI) 2100597442 (F) 19/12/2022 L’END SHOW MALVIN RKF3952638SEM : CH. FIORALAINN TASTE OF DIAMONDS 2100542589 - Mrs E Clarke
SUP.CH. KAEVA KING OF HEARTS TK.S. (IMP NZL) 04634-2022 (M) 06/04/2022 KAEVA DRUM ROLL 08083-2021 : KAEVA ONE ROMANCE AT A TIME 04945-2019 - Miss A Tombling
Skye Terrier
CH. NEUT. CH. GRAWEN SIMPLY THE BEST 2100512445 (S) 27/12/2018 SUP.CH. ASHJAY MONSTERS INC 2100317517 : CH. ASHJAY DEVINE DIANNA 2100441125 - Ms K E Hales
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
CH. NEUT. CH. SOUTHSTOCK MILLION DOLLAR BABY 2100545468 (S) 29/06/2020 STRUTASTAFF APPLE PIE AN CREAM 2100468615 : CH. NEUT. CH. SOUTHSTOCK SHES GOT THE LOOK 2100464297Ms C L Rea
CH. SOUTHSTOCK THE HIT PIT 2100613100 (M) 26/01/2024 TREASACH EXPRESSO CREMA 2100515170 : CH. NEUT. CH. SOUTHSTOCK MILLION DOLLAR BABY 2100545468 - Ms C L Rea
Tenterfield Terrier
CH. JAKSONHILLS SMALL TALK 2100609493 (F) 09/11/2023 CH. NUDIMAH MYSTICAL MAVERICK 4100273663 : CH. SKALAWAG ANGEL IN DISGUISE 3100430137 - Ms D Heath
CH. KREELAPARK LIL PANDA 2100605575 (F) 12/07/2023 YARRAVIEW HANK BLUE 2100590945 : WIMBALLAH LIL VELVET STOCKINGS 2100552264Ms T Morrison
GUNDOGS
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
CH. A2O Ch C.I.B. KABOVA WOLF OF WALLSTREET 2100593144 (M) 14/09/2022 C.I.B. SUP.CH. KABOVA THE WOLF AMONG US 2100445752 : GRAND. CH. C.I.B. KABOVA TRU CALLING 2100482448 - Ms J M Whitney
CH. A2O Ch C.I.B. KABOVA INTO THE WOODS 2100593145 (F) 14/09/2022 C.I.B. SUP.CH. KABOVA THE WOLF AMONG US 2100445752 : GRAND. CH. C.I.B. KABOVA TRU CALLING 2100482448 - Ms J M Whitney
Clumber Spaniel
C.I.B. SUP.CH. SHOWFIELD SNOW KING (AI) 2100518752 (M) 21/04/2019 NZ. CH. CH. BAYPARQUE FILIUS FLITWICK (IMP NZL) 02349-2012 : GRAND. CH. DOM. SHOWFIELD SNOW ANGEL 2100405575Mrs S & Miss S Strang
Cocker Spaniel (American)
CH. JETTZ INDELIBLE INK 2100611376 (M) 05/01/2024
CH. HIGHGATTE IMA BELIEVER 3100281410 : JETTZ PRETTY IN INK 2100527460 - Mrs V Masterfield & Ms E Murphy
CH. JETTZ AUTHENTINK 2100611378 (F) 05/01/2024
CH. HIGHGATTE IMA BELIEVER 3100281410 : JETTZ PRETTY IN INK 2100527460 - Mrs V M Masterfield
English Setter
CH. ZENSU JET PILOT 5100141509 (M) 23/11/2023
CH. FAIRRAY HIT THE ROAD (IMP ITA) ROI16/145579
: CH. HUN. JR CH. EXPENSIVE STONE AMETYST AT ZENSU (IMP HUN) MET.AS.6527/19 - Mrs M J Cross
English Springer Spaniel
CH. CUDGERA CROCODILE ROCK 2100596499 (M) 10/12/2022 SUP.CH. KINSHERAN JON SNOW 3100362573 : CH. SPRINGDAX KITTY KATY 5100108281 - Mr R & Mrs Y Lauder
Championships & Titles Awarded - February 2025
CH. CUDGERA NIKITA 2100596503 (F) 10/12/2022
SUP.CH. KINSHERAN JON SNOW 3100362573 : CH. SPRINGDAX KITTY KATY 5100108281 - Miss S Barratt
Field Spaniel
CH. NEUT. GRAND CH. DAWNUS BEAR FORCE ONE SWA FMX. ET. WPD. 2100488152 (S) 13/12/2017 CH. FIELDSPAN INA CLASS OF HIS OWN 2100390919 : CH. NEUT. GRAND CH. DOM. DAWNUS ALWAYS DARE TO DREAM SWN ET. WPD. 2100398535 - Miss S Betts
German Shorthaired Pointer
SUP.CH. ELLASTEIN SHES A KILLER QUEEN 2100526909 (F) 23/08/2019 CH. HEIDERST STEP OUT WITH STYLE RN. 5100100155 : CH. EDELHOF LIVIN LA VIDA 4100250118 - Mrs J M Roberts
Golden Retriever
CH. NARAGOLD THE WITCHER (AI) 2100598713 (M) 29/01/2023 DAN. CH. NETH. CH. NLD. CH. DUTCH CONSOLIDATION SPY VS SPY NHSB3061657-SEM : CH. NARAGOLD ATHENA 2100501395 - Ms E Clark
CH. NARAGOLD ANGELIS DOMINI 2100550063 (F) 21/09/2020 HUN. JR CH. CH. BONETT BRIDE MERCHANT TRAVELER (IMP HUN) MET296/17 : NARAGOLD MADONNA 2100386203 - Ms E Clark
Italian Spinone
CH. PIEDIMONTE FUOCO DEL RUSCELLA (AI) 3100459710 (F) 03/11/2022 MONTECANI TRUE COLOURS (IMP UK) AV00744207-SEM : CH. PIEDIMONTE LUCILLA 3100368555 - Mr A G Paterson
Labrador Retriever
CH. LACOTE MAKERS MARK (AI) 2100599252 (M) 16/03/2023 BELOTTO BELLA MARE PKRVIII-37477SEM : LACOTE AUNTY ALICE 2100555047 - Mr S & Mrs D O’Donnell & Mr R Attard
CH. TAPUA DARK SIDE OF THE MOON 2100605578 (M) 02/08/2023 CEDERSANDS DEVINE CHOC MILO 2100477273 : CH. TAPUA DREAM BIG 2100498069Miss D C Howell Beagle
HOUNDS
CH. CEUGANT A ROSIE NEW YEAR 2100612680 (F) 01/01/2024 CH. FANTA’S BRAND TALK IT OUT AT LUNARS (IMP POL) RKF6370251 : CEUGANT CLASSIC ROSE 2100575321 - Mr J Boys
Dachshund (Miniature Long Haired)
CH. RHONE ARMED N DANGEROUS (AI) 2100607923 (M) 25/08/2023 SUP.CH. BRIALA FRANK N FEARLESS 9100007019-SEM : CH. SHASDIN ROYAL RUCRAZY EYES 4100338902 - Mrs R Privett
Dachshund (Smooth Haired)
CH. NICHOLYEV COMIN IN HOT 2100610533 (M) 22/11/2023 NICHOLYEV IS REMINISCING 2100507193 : CH. DOM. NICHOLYEV EXPELLIARMUS 2100510412 - Mrs S Kelly & Mr J Bower
Irish Wolfhound
CH. ORNUMFLOW EASY RYDER 2100523429 (M) 02/07/2019 CH. IRISHROCK ASTON MARTIN 4100251411 : ORNUMFLOW ZARAZELADY 2100438780 - Mr G & Mrs A Barrios
CH. TIROWEN AURORA 5100140552 (F) 11/08/2023
CH. TIROWEN AMBROSIUS 5100041773 : CH. TIROWEN GRACE OMALLEY 5100121781 - Mrs R L Moss
Whippet
CH. JONZ LOVE IN THE DARK 2100611038 (F) 01/10/2023 CH. SOUTHPOINT KEANU (IMP PRT) LOP595371 : REDCOMET LOVE ACTUALLY (IMP KOR) WH-22-0000494-ROK - Mr J Palmer & Mr B Threadgold-Wallace
DU. CH. NEU(LC) WARLEY ALLEZ 2100567396 (S) 06/07/2021 FUDETA DRUNK ON LOVE 2100522718 : WARLEY WHOZE EX IS NEXT 2100460149 - Miss S Walsh
WORKING DOGS
Australian Shepherd
CH. MAISILVA PATH BETWEEN WORLDS TK.S. SWE SWC 2100548575 (F) 06/09/2020 SUP.CH. AOLANI’S MAISILVA SONIC BOOM RN. SWA (IMP USA) DN37222602 : CH. AOLANI MAISILVA FIREFLY SWV SWC TK.N. SWX SWI SWM (IMP USA) DN52271402 - Ms D Puttock
Border Collie
NEUT. CH. GRAND. CH. BORDALACE DIAMOND INTH RUFF 2100439302 (S) 06/10/2015 CH. KELLAGEM SHOW ME THE MONEY 2100365678 : CH. BORDALACE NTHSKY WITH DIAMONDS 2100365100 - Miss A J Cowin
A2O Ch GRAND. CH. CLIFFGLYNN BLUESTARS R HOTTEST 2100592947 (F) 12/09/2022 SUP.CH. CATHKIN R U READY FOR THIS 2100374066 : CH. DOM. CLIFFGLYNN A KISS TO REMEMBER 2100466286 - Ms D Stephenson
Finnish Lapphund
A2O Ch C.I.B. SUP.CH. SNOFYRE OMG OH WHAT KAOS JC. 2100520595 (M) 21/06/2019 CH. SNOFYRE CAUZIN KAOS 2100402923 : THELDAROY QUITE THE STUNNER 4100297994 - Ms C Fitzgerald
CH. WATERSEDGE GOLD DUST 2100614173 (F) 17/02/2024 CH. WATERSEDGE WRITTEN IN STONE 2100468707 : WATERSEDGE REWRITTEN IN HONEY 2100565331 - Ms M Waters
Old English Sheepdog
GRAND. CH. WOOLEBULL UP HOLDING THE LAW CCD. CD. TK.S. RE. 2100503877 (M) 09/08/2018 CH. HARTWYN PAGEANTS HERO ON ICE RN. 2100422354 : CH. WOOLEBULL ROYAL REMINISCENCE CCD. RN. 2100363474 - Ms M Greguric Puli
CH. BEAUIDEAL BELOW ZERO (AI) 2100609755 (M) 27/11/2023 SHELTEAM MR BLUE SMASHING BOY SE23525/2019-SEM : CH. BEAUIDEAL LOVE IN THE DARK 2100574309 - Ms J L Docksey
Boxer
CH. OKLAHS DIOR MISS DIOR 2100547012 (F) 23/08/2020 OARTUMN WINDFALL 4100246544 : CH. DENES PEARL JAM 4100250640 - Mrs K Kennedy Bullmastiff
NZ. CH. A2O Ch C.I.B. SUP.CH. GAMEGUARD WICKED WAYS 2100514697 (M) 13/02/2019 CH. C.I.B. GAMEGUARD POWER OF ONE 2100468346 : NZ. CH. CH. BROOKPARK YUKON REFLECTION (IMP NZL) 03738-2016 - Mrs R Dalglish
Dobermann
CH. FIREAX WHISPER DIRTY TO ME 2100609465 (M) 17/11/2023 ARAGON SAV SAN (IMP LVA) LV-35467/15 : FIREAX PARTY WHISPERS 2100523792 - Mr D West & Miss E Pieton
German Pinscher
CH. KAITLER BURN UP DA DANCE FLOOR 2100608776 (M) 18/11/2023 CH. KAITLER DISCO INFERNO RN. 2100562697 : KAITLER CHA CHA WITH DAVEREN 2100532749 - Miss K Hunter & Ms M Beyer & Miss C Manton Schnauzer
CH. YAKIR BLACK GRAND CALVERA (IMP CZE) CMKU/KS/10247/22 (M) 19/03/2022 CZE. CH. DK. CH. FIT TO FIGHT GRAND CALVERA CMKU/KS/9491/19 : ICE CUBE BLACK GRAND CALVERA CMKU/ KS/9589/19/22 - Mrs J Roso Schnauzer (Miniature)
CH. EBSHINE WAKE UP LITTLE SUSIE 2100599168 (F) 29/01/2023 CH. ALCLAY MEETS EBSHYNE 2100565662 : EBSHINE MISS CONGENIALITY 2100522993 - Ms G Boyd
CH. NEUT. CH. HEISSPUR CHOO GIVE ME FEVER TK.S. 2100571401 (S) 20/08/2021 LOUGHROBN SLIDING DOORS 5100101221 : HEISSPUR EVITA 2100434299 - Mrs L & Miss B Kolodziej Shiba Inu
CH. KORTMAR SHAKEYOURGROOVETHING 2100616398 (M) 16/05/2024 CH. JUNKEN NO RYUUTO GO KYUUSHUU JUNKENKAI (IMP JPN) JKCNP/H30-13443 : CH. KORTMAR
STELLAGOTHERGROOVEBACK 2100516480 - Mrs L M Browning
Boston Terrier
CH. STRONGSTORM PRETTY LITTLE LIAR 2100609962 (F) 12/11/2023 GRAND. CH. STRONGSTORM LOCKED N LOADED 2100575455 : CH. STRONGSTORM TRUE ROMANCE 2100580688 - Mr L & Mrs K Kavanagh
British Bulldog
CH. EMBLLEM DRESSED TO IMPRESS (AI) 2100605225 (F) 17/07/2023 THE CROWN OF THE BULLDOG CARTE D’OR LOE2551946-SEM : LLEMMEGS SHES GOT THE LOOK 2100533548 - Mr J & Mr R Gemmell
French Bulldog
CH. NEUT. GRAND CH. MAISONDEAMI PIAFS PETITE HOMME CCD. 2100530798 (N) 04/11/2019 CH. BOROCCABULL TOMMY HILFIGER 2100467797 : MAPLEWOOD ELLIE MAE 2100448072 - Ms K Stuart
CH. TAUREAU PIERRENOIR 2100587844 (M) 12/06/2022 CH. ARIHARA ACE OF SPADES 4100280277 : CH. MOONGLADE LA CAN CAN 4100312813 - Mr R Wilson
Great Dane
CH. PIRITANA SUNSET AND FIREFLIES (AI) 2100595938 (F) 31/10/2022 AM. CH. AM. GR CH. SL. CREEK HOUSE TOP HAT N TAIL WS52978805-SEM : CH. HELOROY FIRE OF THE GALAXY 4100338023Mrs E Macann
Japanese Spitz
CH. DAESDAEMAR SOVEREIGN 2100600567 (M) 25/03/2023 SUP.CH. SOM. DAESDAEMAR REWRITE THE STARS 2100488887 : DAESDAEMAR ONE PERFECT DAY 2100576837 - Mrs S J Lawler
Lhasa Apso
CH. ZALAND EXPERIENCE AMAZING 2100616470 (F) 27/04/2024 LTU. JR CH. C.I.B. A2O Ch SUP.CH. TAI FANZA QUICKSILVER (IMP LTU) LSVKLHA0184/21 : CH. ELSHAMARA WORKIN TOGETHER AT ZALAND 3100449670 - Miss B Beves & Miss N Estatheo
Championships & Titles Awarded - February 2025
Poodle (Miniature)
CH. COIFICO PEARL PRINCESS 2100613637 (F) 14/01/2024 CH. COIFICO MAGIC HAPPENS 2100536266 : COIFICO PRINCESS OF POP 2100537129 - Mrs D Johnston & Ms S Lim
Schipperke
CH. MONTERREZ TOTALLY TERRIFIC AT SUNFIRE 2100594479 (F) 09/11/2022 AM. GR CH. CH. A2O Ch C.I.B. SUP.CH. RIVENDEL’S FORGED IN FIRE (IMP USA) NP49110203 : CH. EBONYSTAR SPINDRIFT UNFORGETTABLE (IMP USA) NP53309702 - Mr G Cruse
Tibetan Terrier
CH. GENGALA TRADEMARK 2100618602 (M) 30/05/2024 SUP.CH. GENGALA CAUGHT RED HANDED 2100588175 : CH. GENGALA BRING ITTON 2100588472 - Miss L Hickie & Mr R & Mrs Y Barter
Xoloitzcuintle (Standard)
CH. AMASA SWEET AS BRO (AI) 2100618184 (F) 23/06/2024 FR. JCH. SK. JR CH. CH. GRAND. CH. A2O Ch SUP.CH. BELMONT KITLALI DE CITLALICUE TK.S. RN. ET. (IMP CZE) CMKU/MEN/219/21-SEM : CH. FOLKVAR ALFENIQUE 4100363243 - Miss S Packer
CH. AMASA CRACKERJACK RED RANGER (AI) 2100618191 (M) 23/06/2024 FR. JCH. SK. JR CH. CH. GRAND. CH. A2O Ch SUP.CH. BELMONT KITLALI DE CITLALICUE TK.S. RN. ET. (IMP CZE) CMKU/ MEN/219/21-SEM : CH. FOLKVAR ALFENIQUE 4100363243 - Ms S Harris
AWARDS:
TOYS
Papillon
FORSVAR NATURAL LEADER TK.S. 2100548072 (M) 24/09/2020 PENBRYN PETER PUMPKIN EATER 7100043626 : FORSVAR EXPRESSO KISSES CCD. CD. 2100520448 - Ms K Jeffery
TERRIERS
Staffordshire Bull Terrier MUSTABOOBLUE LUNAA CCD. RAE. TK.N. SWN 4100328401 (S) 03/10/2019 FRASERPAWS NUGGET 4100213960 : YOUNGBLU SHYLA 2100438415 - Miss L Pinnuck
GUNDOGS
Brittany
AM. CH. SUP.CH. GRANMARS DIAMOND DOWN UNDER SWN SWA (IMP USA) SS29986811 (M) 01/11/2021 AM. CH. GRANMARS NO PRESSURE NO DIAMONDS SR93768107 : AM. CH. BIG OAKS OZARK DIAMOND OF GRANMAR SS06557901 - Mrs S Ibbott-Cordi & Mr T Foley
Cocker Spaniel
BOLWARRA KENNY WILLIAMS RN. SWN 2100440635 (M) 29/10/2015 CH. BELLEBRIAR NEW TIME 2100328453 : CH. BOLWARRA MONKEY FACE 2100358305 - Ms K Williams
ROYONI RUELLE THE TIME CCD. TK.S. RA. SWN 2100571567 (F) 05/07/2021 ROYONI RIGHT ABOUT TIME 2100518154 : ROYONI ALL EYES ON ME 2100483552 - Ms C Ruelle
WATERSMEET MIDNIGHT SNACK TK.S. RN. 2100589218 (M) 28/06/2022 DUTCH. JR.CH. EUR. JR.CH. GER. JR CH. NLD. CH. INCANTO SCHONEZ (IMP NLD) CLP/AC/38163 : WATERSMEET GUILTY AS CHARGED 2100508793 - Mrs A Lewis
German Shorthaired Pointer FENRIK DOUBLE DARE CCD. CDX. RE. QND. NRD. RRD. ORA. 2100426495 (M) 27/03/2015 FENRIK OBSCURED BY CLOUDS 2100362043 : PACE VON DER MADLAGE ADO. ADM 2. JDO. JDM 2. SPDM. SDM. GDM. (IMP DEU) 0875/09 - Ms J Duncan German Wirehaired Pointer CH. HOTWYR HELL ON HEELS (AI) N.SPRD 2100592107 (F) 25/08/2022 CH. HOTWYR SYMPATHY FOR THE DEVIL 2100479705 : CH. HOTWYR IM FAB BOO LUSH 2100495640 - Ms R Bank & Ms F Ellis
KENZANNE CREME BRULEE CCD. CD. RA. RE. TK.N. 2100490985 (F) 20/01/2018 GOLDBRIOR GOD OF THE SKY 2100437840 : KENZANNE LIVING DOLL
RN. QND. NRA. 2100337281 - Mrs C L Ritchie
WYNWHISPER RUNNING WITH WOLVES NRA. 2100547660 (F) 05/09/2020 SUP.CH. PIARKI WINSTONS GOLDEN TICKET 2100423659 : WYNWHISPER CAUSING A COMMOTION 2100424862 - Miss N Kostic
Labrador Retriever
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
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Weimaraner
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HOUNDS
Afghan Hound
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Basenji
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Beagle
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Border Collie
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Titles Awarded Litters Registered - February 2025
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White Swiss Shepherd Dog
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Boxer
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Shiba Inu
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Keeshond
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R.CH. MISSMAISIE CDX. RM. RAE3. SWN TK.A. FS.S.
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Bichon Frise
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Havanese
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GUNDOGS
Golden Retriever
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Great Dane
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Gordon Setter
History
The Gordon Setter derives its name from the fourth Duke of Gordon (1743–1827) who established a kennel of setters at Gordon Castle in Scotland. They were bred to find grouse on the rugged, heather-covered moors of the Highlands.
The breed was first recorded in Australia in 1865.
Characteristics
The Gordon Setter’s classic function requires it to quarter the ground searching for game birds by catching their scent above grasses and low-growing bushes, such as heather. The breed is then required to point or set to indicate the bird’s location to its handler and remain in that position as its handler approaches and the bird rises.
In some countries, the Gordon Setter is used as a utility Gundog and, as such, is required to find and retrieve other game as well. In Australia today, it is a multi-purpose dog, being a willing obedience dog and a devoted and loyal guardian.
Temperament
A Gordon Setter is an active dog and owners should be prepared to devote time to providing suitable exercise, such as walks, with access to an off-lead area where it can run freely.
The breed is an intelligent animal and responds very well to training, which ideally should be started early on in your dog’s life. It also makes a very good house dog and is patient, loyal and well-known for its attachment to its family.
Appearance
The breed standard describes the breed as a ‘stylish dog, with galloping lines’. It is approximately 62–66cm in height and the male weighs around 29.5kg, with the female usually smaller at 25.5kg. The most striking aspect of its appearance is its black and tan coat, which is moderate in length with fringing on the ears, belly and tail.
Images: Page 16 (top): Source unknown; (bottom): Photo by Linda Westron. Owner: Jean Collins-Pitman – Amscot Gordon Setters; Page 17 (top): Shutterstock image; (bottom): Submitted by Rebecca Finlaison - Wendy Mitchell Photography.
SPOTLIGHT
Health
Breeders of the Gordon Setter have been very diligent in monitoring their dogs for Hip and Elbow Dysplasia and, as a result, the incidence of these problems is low.
Another health issue that has appeared in the past few years is Late-Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (LOPRA), where affected dogs will slowly go blind from the age of about 9 to 10 years. Most breeders use DNA testing to screen any dogs they use, and it is hoped that this problem will be minimised or disappear in a few generations. The Gordon Setter generally lives 12–14 years.
Maintenance
Good feeding and grooming will keep your Gordon Setter looking its best. The coat should be regularly brushed and any knots in the longer parts removed. Eyes and ears should be checked and cleaned, and feathering between the toes should be trimmed to avoid painful knots forming. The breed should of course be kept flea and tick free. The Gordon Setter Club of NSW provides field days where correct grooming techniques are demonstrated.
Suitability
The Gordon Setter makes a great dog for an active person or family. It is loyal and trustworthy and thrives when involved in family life. The breed is intelligent, willing to please, cooperative, and as a result, has been very successful at Obedience work. Many have also competed successfully in Agility, Tracking, Jumping and Flyball as well as in the show ring.
The Gordon Setter is generally very good with children and can run and play well with dogs of other breeds.
For further information please contact the Gordon Setter Club of NSW Inc Words: Christine Rethers
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How to Socialis e your Dog
Did you know that socialisation helps reduce stress and anxiety in your dog? It also makes many other facets of their and your life easy, from vet visits to bonding, to their overall health. That’s why it’s important you regularly introduce your dog to other dogs and people from an early age, giving them time to play and interact.
But how’s the best way to introduce your dog to new friends? While you can help your dog de-stress and reward good behaviour after the fact with a dog treat, there’s more to it than just giving your dog positive reinforcement afterwards. Here’s how you should approach socialisation with puppies, adolescent dogs, seniors and rescue dogs:
Socialising Your Puppy
When it comes to raising a puppy, it can feel like a full-time job. You’re being woken up multiple times every night, they don’t do well being left alone, and they’re fearful of new things, dogs and strangers. But it makes sense. Much of the world doesn’t make sense to your puppy. They’re like a baby, and they need guidance while moving through their new world.
The learning window for your dog needs to be addressed during their early life — from about one month of age to five months. Yet how do you properly train them during this time, helping them learn the ropes so they can socialise with ease?
Feeding Time
A simple way to work with your puppy on comfort around others is to see how they react while they’re eating. A major issue for dogs is resource guarding - instances where your dog will either steal from others, or become incredibly defensive of the things that are theirs.
A simple way to work on this is to regularly approach them while they’re eating (or playing with a new toy). For instance, if they’re at their feeding bowl, walk up behind them as they eat and lightly pet them on the butt. Similarly, if they’re chewing on a dog bone, try and reach out and take it from them, for a moment. If they react aggressively, act as if they hurt you. It might sound cruel, but it’s a simple way to show them that they shouldn’t hurt those who are nice to them - that they shouldn’t bite the hand that feeds.
White Noise & more
Noise can be harmful to a puppy. It won’t harm their hearing, but it’s going to perturb them, causing discomfort that could lead to barking and reactivity. So take the time to get them used to the various things in your home and elsewhere. This includes the sound of music, your car, bicycles, skateboards, vacuum cleaners, washing machines, fans, and more.
H aving Time Alone
Another key issue that extends to socialisation is ensuring your dog is okay being alone. The truth is that your dog is going to be alone throughout the day, particularly while you work. If your dog is not okay with it, they’re going to
Having Time Alone
get antsy, stressed, anxious and upset. This can all lead to the emergence of bad behaviours, such as acting out aggressively to other small slights. One of the simple ways to work on this is to work at crate training.
Crate training can be tough, especially with a puppy, but with patience it can make a big difference in your dog’s life
Socialising YOUR PUPP Y
Approach them while they’re eating
Get them used to the various sounds
Ensure your dog is okay being alone
Be sure to keep aggresssion at bay
Get them used to being touched
A good idea is to slowly get them used to their crate. It might not sound like much, but it’s a simple way to teach them their crate is a safe space, not a place of discomfort. That time alone can, soon enough, become a place of comfort that will lead to better interactions with new people and dogs
Keep Aggression at Bay
Similar to the issue of resource guarding, your dog might naturally be inclined to be aggressive to others, especially if they take them by surprise or invade their personal space. Help curtail this as soon as possible by working on positive reinforcement (and reminders). They act aggressively towards you? Act as if they hurt you. They snarl at another dog while out on a walk? Remove them from the situation until they calm down. Finally, start rewarding them when they act well. It will teach them there’s a benefit to being calm around others. This is especially important once they start teething.
Handle them Regularly
You need to get them used to being touched and groomed by others, whether they be dogs or people. Throughout the day, take time to pet their head, ears, belly, paws, and back. These are minor ways to get them used to being touched. Eventually, they’ll begin growing accustomed to it and will start welcoming it, seeing it as a sign of both comfort and love
Socialising
ADULT DOGS
Watch when you introduce your dog to others
Create social time for your dog
Remember it takes time and patience
Get your dog outside on a regular basis
Have friends come over with their dogs
Socialisation & your Adult Dog
Socialising an adolescent and adult dog is all about creating routines. Dogs do best when they have a routine to work from, as it provides them with a means to understand their dayto-day life.
What does this involve? It’s a mixture of keeping them puppy-like and playful and giving them a routine they can understand, as well as regularly rewarding them for good behaviour, like handing them tricks.
Watching their Playtime
One of the best things you can do is just introduce your dogs to other people and dogs, watching their behaviour the entire time the interaction takes place. You’ll want to make sure they’re comfortable and aren’t showing signs of aggression. However, if they are showing aggression, don’t worry.
That and barking are natural signs of discomfort in dogs. It doesn’t mean they want to cause harm, they just are unsure about what’s happening and want to keep themselves safe.
If you’re worried about those around you, remove your dog from the situation until they calm down and then try again. It requires patience, but it’s a worthwhile way to teach your dog.
Creating Social Time
Along with watching them while they play, you also need to create social time for your dog. This could be setting up a doggy playdate with a friend’s or neighbour’s dog or bringing your dog to the dog park. This time is for you and your dog to hang out with some other people. It’s also a great time to let your dog socialise and watch their behaviour as they play. If they ever seem stressed or are getting a little snippy with other dogs, calmly call their name and take some time away from the pack to calm down.
Senior Dogs Still Like to Have Fun
They may say an old dog can’t learn new tricks, but they can. It just takes time and patience. So don’t feel overwhelmed if your dog ever seems uneasy or annoyed while trying to get them to meet new people and dogs. With some consideration, your senior dog can gradually get used to having fun with new people and dogs.
Frequent Walks Work
First off, make sure to get your dog outside on a regular basis. Similar to seniors and isolation, senior dogs that don’t socialise enough can gradually get serious behavioural and health issues. They need mental stimulation as much as physical exercise.
Best of all, by taking them outside on walks, they’re getting a mix of physical and mental activity. They’ll also be able to say hello to passing dogs, people and outdoor animals.
Get to the Dog Park
Similarly, if your dog is up for it, it’s a good idea to take them to the dog park. While they won’t be able to play as gleefully as the other dogs around, especially the puppies, they’re more than likely going to show signs of their age.
But if they still don’t seem comfortable with that many dogs, slowly work up to it, which leads into your final means of senior socialisation.
Have Friends Over
Make sure to have friends come over too, along with their dogs, if they have them. It will get your dog used to having other people within their personal space. If they’re not used to it, they’re likely to get defensive. By regularly having others over to your place, you’ll get your dog used to seeing new faces, especially in a place they consider to be their safety zone. That can help towards softening their reactions outside of the house too, as they’ll be more comfortable having other dogs and people approach them.
Socialising Rescue Dogs
Lastly, what do you do when socialising a rescue dog? One of the biggest problems while working on socialisation with a rescue dog is that they already have too many things they’re trying to get used to. This ranges from new sounds, climbing stairs, walking on a leash, hearing and seeing cyclists, and more; especially if they were never raised in a home and are only accustomed to living in the wild.
What you’re most likely going to see is behaviour indicative of discomfort and fear:
• Flattened ears
• Constant bodily licking
• Regular yawning
• Darting and hiding
• Whining
• A tucked tail
• And much more
You need to take your time. Don’t rush your dog into situations where it’s clear they’re uncomfortable. If they’re showing signs of discomfort, let up and give them space. You want to make sure they’re comfortable with whatever it is you want them to do, rather than simply trying to force them into it. While a little pushing can be useful in uncomfortable situations, you should always try to take your time, never pushing them too hard.
Negative Experiences have their Impact
In addition to added fear and stress, your rescue dog might also show signs of aggression when interacting with new people and dogs. It’s not a sign that they’re naturally aggressive. It’s just a sign that they’ve been abused in the past, whether in a home or in the wild, and that they’re putting up a very strict guard. Signs to look for include:
• Lunging on leash
• Snarling and growling at others
• Grimacing at dogs walking nearby
• Excessive barking
Socialising RESCUE DOGS
Don’t rush your dog into uncomfortable situations
Keep socialisation encounters brief
Following every encounter, reward your dog
Slowly increase the amount of their exposure Consider seeking out professional help
If they’re showing the above signs, you should move far slower than if they’re showing apprehension. The problem with aggressive behaviour is that it can cause fear in other people and dogs. It could even lead to them getting bit, as well. Take your time and, most of all, consider seeking out professional help. A professional trainer will be able to work one-on-one with you and your dog, as well as in groups with other dogs and owners, to gradually take care of their behavioural issues.
Socialising your Rescue effectively
Some simple tips to keep in mind, when it comes to socialising your dog, include:
• Keeping socialisation encounters brief, so your dog doesn’t feel overwhelmed. Introduce them to another dog, let them sniff one another, give them positive reinforcement, and then move on.
• Similarly, always keep your interactions positive. Following every encounter, reward your dog, whether it be with praise or a treat. This gradually teaches them that they’re doing something good by interacting positively with another dog or person.
• Work your way up to bigger fish. Not literally, but start your dog off with small, low-stress interactions and move up to larger encounters. For instance, don’t start them off at the dog park. Instead, try to have one-on-one greetings with other dogs and people. This will be less overwhelming for them. Once they start getting used to that, you can begin increasing the amount of their exposure.
Wondering how to socialise your dog?
It all takes time. Don’t rush it! Take it one step at a time. With preparation and patience, you can effectively socialise your dog until they become comfortable meeting new people and dogs.
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Designer breeds top the list of dog insurance claims for common illnesses and disorders
If you think designer dogs are healthier, then you may want to think again. New claims data from Petsy reveals that popular designer dog breeds are topping the list for claims, outpacing many purebreds. With many marketed as low-shed and hypoallergenic, these ‘high-end hybrids’ may be trendy, but they’re also triggering some of the most common (and costly) health problems in Aussie households. Read more below.
Our loved pooches may be our best friends but, just like us, they can be susceptible to a range of health issues that can impact their quality of life. Now, new data based on pet insurance claims has revealed the most claimed conditions affecting household dogs, helping pet owners spot potential problems early.
Petsy, one of Australia’s leading pet insurance providers, has released its own claims data, identifying the top nine most common dog illnesses and disorders, the breeds with the highest number of claims for each condition, and the average age of the canine when the claim is made.
Petsy found that the top three most claimed illnesses are frequently seen among designer breeds. For instance, the number one condition: gastro-intestinal and digestive system disorders – is among Cockapoos (a Cocker Spaniel-Poodle cross breed), impacting them at the average age of 2.4 years.
Skin disorders are especially common among Tamaruke Miniatures (a cross-breed Labrador or Poodle with smaller breeds like Miniature Poodle, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Dachshund), affecting them at an average age of 2.6 years. This designer mix is often marketed as having a non-shedding, hypo-allergenic coat, however the ‘Poodle’ in these breeds, and their dense curly non-shed coats, may make them more susceptible to skin irritations and sensitivities. (1)
Sheepadoodles (Old English Sheepdog-Poodle crosses) top Petsy’s list for ear disorders, typically experiencing issues around 2.2 years. Their floppy ears create closed, warm and humid ear canals that can encourage bacterial and yeast infections.
Fourth on the list are leg, hip, and shoulder disorders, which are most often seen in Australian Cattle Dogs and Blue Heeler crosses in Petsy’s data, with cases emerging at an average age of 3.2 years. It’s no wonder, with these working breeds requiring lots of physical exercise, putting them at risk of joint wear and tear.
Pure breeds start making an appearance halfway down the list of most claimed illnesses and disorders. Eye disorders are most claimed in British (English) Bulldogs, at an average 3.1 years of age. With their flat facial structure, this breed often suffers from inward-turning eyelids, cherry eye (2) and dry eye, which can cause irritation and vision problems.
Paw injuries appear most frequently for White Swiss Shepherd Dogs, at an average 2.9 years. This powerful, medium to large breed of dog has an active lifestyle, which may contribute to paw-pad injuries such as embedded grass seeds, torn nails and cysts.
Tumours, warts, cysts, growths and abscesses rank highest among Saint Bernards, leading to insurance claims when the dog is, on average, 4.6 years – the oldest average age in Petsy’s list. This is likely due to their large size and predisposition to bone cancer and lymphoma (3). Their heavy skin folds may contribute to the formation of cysts and abscesses.
Respiratory system disorders are seen more in Pomeranians, usually surfacing at 2.8 years. Toy breeds with short muzzles can be prone to tracheal (windpipe) collapse that can cause coughing and wheezing (4).
Rounding out the list are urinary system disorders, with Hungarian Vizslas the most frequently affected, appearing at an average of 2.4 years of age. This breed has a predisposition to bladder and kidney issues such as urinary stones and urinary tract infections.
Monica Limanto, Founder of Petsy, says: “We Australians love our pets as part of family. Of the two-thirds of households that own a pet, half own a dog (5), and 14 per cent of household spending goes towards vet services (6).
“Before choosing a designer, cross or pure breed, you should know how to care for it, and it’s important to understand the potential health issues the breed could encounter. Some breeds are more at risk of common illnesses or disorders, so regular vet check-ups for preventative care and to detect any early symptoms are essential to ensure they live long, high-quality lives.
“Owners can easily take proactive steps to manage their dog’s health and wellbeing. Medical treatments for chronic illnesses and disorders can be costly, which is why it is important to take out pet insurance before any health issues arise, so that owners don’t have to worry about unexpected vet bills.”
Monica shares her 7 tips for looking after your dog:
1. Regular vet check-ups
Take your dog to the vet at least once a year to check for any emerging diseases, parasites and to ensure they are up to date on their vaccines, worming and preventative care. Puppies, older dogs and those with chronic health issues might require more regular visits.
2. Wash and groom your dog every 6-12 weeks
Depending on the breed, your dog will benefit from a DIY or professional clean and groom every 6-12 weeks to keep its skin and fur healthy, reduce shedding and matting to prevent possible skin infections. It’s a good idea to brush long-haired dogs a few times a week.
3. Ensure your dog exercises every day
Exercise, such as regular walks and play sessions, prevents obesity and is important for a dog’s heart health. However, different breeds require different levels of exercise. When choosing a breed, make sure you’re aware of how much exercise it will need. While small breeds, such as a Dachshund, only require 30-60 minutes of low intensity exercise per day 7, a high-energy breed such as a Border Collie or Afghan Hound needs at least 2 hours of exercise a day.
4. Maintain a Healthy Diet
Dogs require a healthy and balanced diet with high-protein sources to support the growth and maintenance of their muscles and organs. Make sure that all their necessary vitamins and minerals are included in their daily meals. One to two meals a day is adequate for adult dogs, while puppies usually need three to four meals.
5. Know what isn’t good for your dog
Most owners know chocolate is toxic to dogs, but did you know they also can’t have macadamia nuts, grapes, raisins, onions and garlic? Make sure all dangerous foods are out of reach to keep your dog healthy. This includes cooked bones, which can splinter and cause internal injuries.
6. Monitor any unusual behaviour
Dogs tend to know when something is wrong. If they start sleeping more, lose their appetite, stop drinking water or have excessive thirst, start vomiting, or have diarrhoea, organise a visit to the vet as soon as possible.
7. Take out pet insurance early
Having insurance for your dog early in its life helps to cover unexpected illnesses or accidents, giving you peace of mind and helping you afford necessary medical treatment. Make sure to review the policy details, including any exclusions or waiting periods, so you’re well-prepared for future vet expenses.
The top 9 dog illnesses and disorders, breeds and average
age – by Petsy:
Illness or disorder (ranking)
with highest number of claims Average age
The table above highlights recent pet insurance claims data from Petsy Pet Insurance, showing the most common conditions and the breeds with the highest number of claims for each.
This snapshot reflects current trends over a recent claims period and may vary year to year. It is not intended to suggest that these breeds are inherently more prone to illness, but rather to provide insight based on recent data. Breed-specific health risks can depend on many factors, including genetics, lifestyle and environment.
Disclaimer: This is for general information only and does not constitute veterinary or financial advice. Pet owners should consult a veterinarian for health concerns and review policy documents for coverage details
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