AV Retriever Working Test - Puppy, Novice and Open on 8 September 2024
The Isle of Wight Gundog Club held their last test of the season on 8th September in the stunning grounds at Barton Manor, courtesy of Mr and Mrs Haig-Thomas.
Five tests were set by Gill Cavaciuti, Tim Pressey and Mike Cass.
We are very grateful to our judges foe the day, Chris Marshall, Neil Varney, Mike Crutchley, Terry Souter and David Breach.
Huge thanks are also owed to the fabulous team of dummy throwers, stewards and helpers.
Weatherwise the day was good in parts! Starting dry, but changing to thunder storm and torrential rain but finishing on a drier and brighter note. Scenting conditions were challenging for the dogs.
There were five tests set:
Test 1, walk up - Chris Marshall
Test 2, blind - Neil Varney
Test 3, distraction - Terry Souter
Test 4, water - David Breach
Test 5, blind - Mike Crutchley
Puppy Results
1st and winner of the Darcy B Trophy, Anningtonbay Loyal, Cynthia Thackwell
2nd, Leadburn Faye, Robert Lovegrove
Novice Results
1st and winner of the Cridmore Shoot Silver Salver, Ajelens Holly of Riverlilly, Abbie Reid 2nd, Troddenmills Kriss Cross, Andrew Steggles
3rd, Handhamhouse Pineau, Paul Dunningham
4th, Troddenmills Kamikaze at Sunshimmer, Jennie Knight
COM, Westerkames Buzz, Peter Owen
Highest placed IW dog in Novice, Elmertown Jasmine Tea, Sheila Lovegrove
Open Results
1st and winner of the IWGDC Scroll, Holmside Grouse at Sunshimmer, Jennie Knight
2nd, Lyebreach Golden Eagle of Riverlilly, Abbie Reid
3rd, Troddenmills Filthy Blonde, Elizabeth Bridger
COM, Esme Echo, Lee Dunn
COM, Welige Lady Sybil of Wight, Ian Hamilton
Keepers Choice on the day, Brighstone Spicy Dorito, Wendy Perera.
Thank you to all competitors who support the club. We hope you enjoyed the day and look forward to seeing you in 2025.