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Hoogstraten 2009 Houston of the Trav'lin Star Best youth dog. and also best youth dog of the show

Hoogstraten 2009

Houston of the Trav'lin Star Best youth dog. and also best youth dog of the show Continue

Added by Rieky van Hal on February 23, 2009 at 4:18am — 11 Comments

HEATON of McBirdy 1° en classe puppy exposition HOOGSTRATEN

Heaton of McBirdy est à nouveau 1° TRES PROMETTEUR en classe PUPPY à l'exposition de HOOGSTRATEN .

La juge Madame SIGRID JAMER ( AT) l'a apprécié tant sur la présentation statique que dans l'élégance de sa course .

Heaton aime de plus en plus se présenter sur les rings d'exposition ; il s'y sent parfaitement à l'aise .

cette première place lui a permis de se retrouver au ring d'honneur où il a pu se… Continue

Added by Annie Cheron on February 22, 2009 at 3:33pm — 8 Comments

Dog of the yearshow 2008

Today was the Dog of the Yearshow , this show is a special show only for group winners and the numbers 2 and 3 in the group , you get a special invitation for this show , Pelle was entered and Junior , Kim's lovely young gordon boy. They compete against all the other breeds from the group 7 to be Best Gundog and the best will go for BIS , the best dog of 2008

Pelle won this group 3 times!

This year… Continue

Added by yvonne on February 22, 2009 at 9:34am — 23 Comments

Laihia group speciality (Finland)

We had such a nice day in Western Finland, small town called Laihia. There was a group speciality for all gundogs, hounds and spitzes and my Redword Diamonds R' Blue "Bobby" went to BOB and finally BOG 3 right after Mult Ch American Cockerspaniel and Mult Ch Golden Retriver. Irish Red Setters were judged by Mr Paavo Mattila. BOS was Most Maroon's Pepnelope Cruz. Also my "Armas", Redword Be A Friend did well, he was placed 4th best male handled by Minna Viertola (Fansett). Thank you Minna!… Continue

Added by Redword on February 22, 2009 at 3:30am — 8 Comments

My Homepage

Because of several foreign visitors, I try to offer my Homepage in english language. Maybe there are some mistakes in translation but I hope it is a little bit understandable. If you find some mistakes or misunderstandings please tell me. Not all articles are translated yet - please excuse me - I try to go on with translation step by step. So you are welcome on:…

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Added by Michaela on February 20, 2009 at 8:34am — 8 Comments

The New home Adiction of our Porto Rio Gang "Windy" Upon the Wind and the Waves do Porto Rio

First presentation of "Windy" with 3 months and 5 days

Since he was born (from the waterboys songs litter theme) ,he shows its Special.

Surprises everyday with his gentle and alive caracter and also beautifull shape.

"Windy" was born on the 13 November 2008 and is son of Ch.Glen Scottia do Porto Rio X Ch.Glenmorangie do Porto Rio

We want to believe Windy will be come a wonderfull embassador of the breed.

Be welcome to… Continue

Added by Pedro Completo PortoRioSetter on February 20, 2009 at 5:50am — 6 Comments

Celebrating a Setter Centennial 3: Stepping into Setterparadise

After Rex (1) came Astrid (Lady) paid for by delivering newspapers. Chasing Lady’s family meant meeting O’Cuchulains, descendants of Hartsbournes (2) stamping Dutch setter history. Reports and pictures made as thirteen years old kid show this was like stepping into setter paradise. Celebrating a Setter Centennial is sharing thrills, enjoy setters of the sixties! Especially Shandon, my favorite. If you want more… Continue

Added by Henk ten Klooster on February 19, 2009 at 4:30pm — 6 Comments

Clever Sett Show Queen " Moa " 4 months old

Some new pictures of our little girl Moa . Kisses to her father .…

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Added by Sari Lahtinen on February 19, 2009 at 9:00am — 8 Comments

Club show in Estonia

15.02.2009.We had our traditional winter clubs show.
My photos
http://public.fotki.com/piret175/clubshow-2009/
Also full results and photos at our club website
http://www.setter.ee/et/syndmused/naitused/tulemused_Clubshow_veeb2009

Added by Piret on February 19, 2009 at 8:11am — 5 Comments

New generation of Red Jokers

Our ICH Aischa Red Joker has given birth to 12 beautiful puppies, there are 9 girls and 3 boys.

Added by Martin Houda on February 19, 2009 at 2:19am — 6 Comments

Westminster

I was fortunate enough to have attended Westminster Show held at the incredible Madison Square Gardens Feb 9/10 . I also attended most of the Gundog Specialty shows which are held in the few days leading up to Westminster.These were held just outside of New York in Secaucus, New Jersey.

"Alex" (who now has over 10 World Titles ) CH Pendoric Perfect Thyming was the only dog we bred to be shown at Westminster being the main reason I went to the… Continue

Added by Anne-Marie Hearn on February 18, 2009 at 7:51pm — 4 Comments

HEUREUX ANNIVERSAIRE A NOTRE SENIOR DE 8 ANS

HEUREUX ANNIVERSAIRE A NOTRE SENIOR DE 8 ANS Continue

Added by Annie Cheron on February 18, 2009 at 8:19am — 9 Comments

Fun in the snow!

We don't have much snow, but on Sunday we got a little more anyway. The dogs enjoyed playing when the snow fall. Don't worry, there's no living animals hurt, only a rubber duck :-)

More pictures can be seen in my photoalbum!

The dogs are Irish… Continue

Added by Kickie Boman on February 17, 2009 at 1:46pm — 6 Comments

We have some winter...

The coldest part this winter is now. It´s almost everyday the temperature is about -25 to -30 C in the morning. We started a small business in noveber and we are on the roads a lot. We have seen some reindeers and lots of snow. Our first litter is 1 year on februari 27:th and they are som nice.We have lots of fun when we meet our youngsters and their familys. We have a really nice and warm relationships and we have some plans for the spring and… Continue

Added by Ulla Carnemyr (Oinas) on February 17, 2009 at 7:19am — 9 Comments

Queenstone Mister Perfect became the title of Rheinland Jugendsieger 2009 last sunday 15-02-2009 in Rheinberg Germany.

Added by Brigitte Goossens on February 17, 2009 at 5:04am — 5 Comments

Porto Rio Setter: Best Champion of Portugal and Reserve of Best Veteran of Portugal 2008

Last weekend(14 02 2009) we had a a very important show.Was the Final of the Annual competition 'Champion of Champions' to decide the best (all breeds)Champion of Portugal 2008. And its was great for us and our dogs.

Happened in Lisbon on a luxury atmosphere of the 5 stars Ritz Four Seasons Hotel.

The judge was Mr.Norman Deschuymere,an all round judge from Belgium.

The event was promoted… Continue

Added by Pedro Completo PortoRioSetter on February 17, 2009 at 4:00am — 18 Comments

Crufts or Scotland??? cont'd...

All right, Ursula, this is THE hare that was responsible for Glen almost winning the award for 'best hare course' of the week! Some people had been praising Glen for his obedience and excellent bonding. Little did they know...

One clear morning Glen stumbled across this furry beast... and took off, chasing the hare across an enormous stubble field towards a team of pointers who were happily quartering in the far field under perfect control… Continue

Added by Susan Stone on February 17, 2009 at 3:00am — 32 Comments

Today we celebrate Lomsjöns Fancy Lady, 10 years old!

We love you Fannie!!!

Added by Sara Åkerström on February 16, 2009 at 11:21am — 11 Comments

Introducing Bunia :)

"Bunia" official: Vexillum VIOLET HEATH is sweet young lady who is staying with her mom Pysia and breeder Magdalena Berdecka - Vexillum kennel.

Good luck Magda and Bunia! :)