SNC WATER TESTS SECTIONS A & B

Congratulations to:

Pallot's Bosighey Brown Eyes "Yogi"
Pallot's Vodahond Black Man Ray "Rocky"
Taylor's Mollynewf Lani Winona "Lani"
Taylor's Mollynewf Huritt Ashkii "Ashkii"
Dutot's "Apollo"
Lea of the Whispering Willow "Phoebe"
Germain's Nahkolam Sea Breeze "Ted" (Leonberger)

"We would like to thank the Jersey Big Dog Club for hosting this test, and for making us feel so welcome; and the Southern Newfoundland Club for inviting us to judge at the first water test to be held in Jersey.

The venue was superb, despite the wind, and the day was extremely well run by David and his team.

11 dogs were entered into level A, and considering the short time they have been training in water work, all did very well. We had 7 passes on the day, the 4 that didn't make the grade I'm sure will, with a little more work and perseverance, pass the next time they enter.

Our thanks also to the stewards for doing a sterling job, while passing on their knowledge and wisdom to the members of the Jersey Big Dog Club, who were eager to learn as much as possible about both working their dogs and stewarding at test events."

Kay Burridge & Clive Haylock

"What an honour to judge at Jersey's first water test. The lake was of good quality water, good access and adjacent parking for dogs and vans. The weather on the day was a strong south/west wind pushing boats and handlers away from shore.

We had 4 entries, but sadly no passes, with 3 completing all exercises well, but the controlled swim being the stumbling block. All dogs and handlers worked well and a good distance from shore line, with the strong cold wind. Dogs and handlers were enthusiastic and worked each element well, for such a new club, I was proud to be involved.

Many thanks to all stewards and helpers on the day and well done to David on his first test. Well done Jersey Big Dog Club."

Peter Webber & Clive Haylock