NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND FORUM

Many thanks Ness for taking the time to type all the postings -- much appreciated!

Thank you for all your hard work in typing those out Vanessa- MUCH appreciated

Well done to all winners yesterday, many congrats to Debs & Helen, a day to remember.

what a shock yesturday when i dropped in to the show i have to wonder how many of the dogs had sore paws after running and sometimes slidding a little on the gravel plus the ring looked to be on the small side i did not know they had started to measure the heights of elkhounds in the uk so that to was a shock because when i saw the judge pick the pole up then adjust it slightly that had me really puzzled and the numbers entered was so low i know alot of shows are suffering at the moment and have been for the last few years but the club show always seemed to be well represented hopefully things will pick up on a different note was those two puppies that were playing great a lovely sight that i could watch all day

Many thanks Ness. I've not had a chance to digest the results yet myself! We are on board the ferry at Harwich awaiting departure for Holland and will arrive early tomorrow morning.

I had a wonderful, memorable day yesterday. We were so lucky to be outside in the warm Spring sunshine, so much better than inside the hall. People and dogs could choose to be in the sun or shade - perfect. My gift from the Club was 2 beautifully etched and engaged glasses as a permanent reminder of the day.

I shall post my report very soon both in the press and on this forum. Thanks to everyone who entered their lovely dogs under me.

SORRY - I PINCHED MICHAEL'S IPAD AND SO THE AUTHOR SHOULD BE K9KRACKERS!

Having seen photos (I wasn't there) the ring size and surface looked absolutely fine to me. As to measuring heights, any judge may measure if they wish. It's usually only used when the judge sees a dog they really like but thinks it may be over or under sized. It's not common practice but there's no rule against it. I suspect however that as it is usually never done it could freak out some dogs. A recent Swedish judge had a measure with him but I didn't see him use it.

Wendy I think you mean engraved glasses not engaged LOL!

The ring was larger than we have had for many years. It gave every dog and exhibitor the chance to fully show the flow and ease of movement of their dog. As for the surface I agree with Barbara the breed is use to all terrains and this surface was no worse than a walk down some town streets these days. It was checked throughly before the the start by several people and where needed swept quite professionally by Robert Gilbert (he looked quite at home with a brush in his hand). The weather seemed to lift everyone's spirits and being one of the first chances for some of the members to meet since last year, many friendships were renewed and new ones made. It was great that several folk turned up just to celebrate the day even if they could not bring or show their own dogs. Wendyvery pleased that you were happy with your gift and as you warm yourselves with a wee dram you will be reminded of an alround good day.

Well Done to all the winners, sounds like a great day. Thanks for posting these results Ness, and also for the NEAS results.

Must say, we thoroughly enjoyed showing outside for a change, weather was lovely, ring was adequate and I am sure the dogs appreciated being outside too as there was very little barking and they seemed so much happier. Would also like to thank those members who so kindly bought a few bits of jewellery as I managed to send Albert £150 for the rescue (was sorry not to be able to tempt Wendy as usual but as she was the judge thought better not - let me know when I am going to see you next Wendy you don't escape that easily!). Well done to all the winners.