Mother and puppies are thriving, we will watch their growth with avid fascination, and look forward to getting to know their little characters. Follow this blog to watch their progress and see photo updates.
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Friday, 16 March 2012
Puppies have arrived !
The maternity unit at Harlistream is in full swing with the arrival of Jive's puppies. On the 12th March Jive gave birth to 9 healthy puppies, 6 bitches and 3 dogs. They are by INTCH SU(u)CH NUCH Black Mica's That's Enough, we are very proud to have the first litter in the UK to be sired by a Black Mica's dog, and were also the first kennel in the UK to travel abroad to have a natural mating with a stud dog in Sweden.
Mother and puppies are thriving, we will watch their growth with avid fascination, and look forward to getting to know their little characters. Follow this blog to watch their progress and see photo updates.
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Mother and puppies are thriving, we will watch their growth with avid fascination, and look forward to getting to know their little characters. Follow this blog to watch their progress and see photo updates.
Saturday, 10 March 2012
Crufts 2012
Another year, another Crufts, this year we were not able to attend with our team, as Madison was not fit enough, and Jive is about to have her puppies. So we went with the Oaksenriver team consisting of Rimac and Atico, son and daughter of our Madison. The judges this year were Ann Youens (dogs) and Sue Kearton (bitches).
Mac was handled by myself in Yearling Dog, and Atty was in Yearling Bitch, both showed superbly, however today was not their day. They both performed wonderfully, but need a little more time to mature. Atty in particular enjoyed her outing at her very first Crufts !
Our bench mates Team Pinebank had a successful day, Riley (Pinebank Bossanova) was placed 5th in a very large and strong Veteran class. A fabulous win for Riley, however he was more impressed I think with his celebratory stuffed toy bought for him !
The humans also had a lovely day, with much shopping done (lots of things for the impending litter) throughout the 5 halls at Crufts. So now the new show year has commenced, the qualification process for Crufts 2013 begins afresh, wish us luck ! Also very good luck to all our friends on a successful 2012 season.
Mac was handled by myself in Yearling Dog, and Atty was in Yearling Bitch, both showed superbly, however today was not their day. They both performed wonderfully, but need a little more time to mature. Atty in particular enjoyed her outing at her very first Crufts !
Atty at Crufts
Our bench mates Team Pinebank had a successful day, Riley (Pinebank Bossanova) was placed 5th in a very large and strong Veteran class. A fabulous win for Riley, however he was more impressed I think with his celebratory stuffed toy bought for him !
The humans also had a lovely day, with much shopping done (lots of things for the impending litter) throughout the 5 halls at Crufts. So now the new show year has commenced, the qualification process for Crufts 2013 begins afresh, wish us luck ! Also very good luck to all our friends on a successful 2012 season.
Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Exciting Litter News !
There is great excitement here at Harlistream. Today Jive (Clandrift Dirty Dancing at Harlistream) was confirmed in whelp, with puppies due in March 2012. The sire is a beautiful dog whom we fell in love with last year, he is Linda Edberg's INTCH SU(u)CH NUCH Black Mica's That's Enough. Sune is a beautiful boy with the sweetest nature, we cannot wait for the puppies, and fingers crossed all continues well. Bookings are now being taken, so feel free to email me at rcdavies84@gmail.com to be considered for a puppy.
Sunday, 8 January 2012
Sunday, 11 December 2011
A wonderful end to the 2011 show season
We have had two shows recently. Firstly we attended the 1st Southern Flatcoated Retriever Club Open Show in Hampshire. This was such a lovely Christmas show, with a very purple christmas tree and ribbons (thanks to Gemma Jacobs !) Such a relaxed atmosphere, and a very enjoyable day. Judge was Sharon Pinkerton of Bareve GWP fame. We were thrilled that Jive took the Post Graduate Bitch class, congratulations to all the winners.
Secondly this weekend we attended LKA Championship show, the last Ch show of the year, with judge Ann Kilminster (Withybed). She had a fantastic entry of 160 making 180 entries. I was very proud of Madison's son Oaksenriver Rimac who won the Junior Dog class, we are very proud of Mac ! (or Mini Moo as he is sometimes known !) Jive then went into the Post Graduate Bitch class, which was the largest class for the breed on the day, and she made the cut, but then went unplaced. We had a lovely day, with some friends doing very well, in particular Kelly Holland and Alex Webster who's bitch Sivan won the CC and BOB. Congratulations to all the winners at LKA, have a fabulous Christmas and a very Happy New Year !!!
Secondly this weekend we attended LKA Championship show, the last Ch show of the year, with judge Ann Kilminster (Withybed). She had a fantastic entry of 160 making 180 entries. I was very proud of Madison's son Oaksenriver Rimac who won the Junior Dog class, we are very proud of Mac ! (or Mini Moo as he is sometimes known !) Jive then went into the Post Graduate Bitch class, which was the largest class for the breed on the day, and she made the cut, but then went unplaced. We had a lovely day, with some friends doing very well, in particular Kelly Holland and Alex Webster who's bitch Sivan won the CC and BOB. Congratulations to all the winners at LKA, have a fabulous Christmas and a very Happy New Year !!!
Wednesday, 16 November 2011
A weekend in bonny Scotland
Myself and Jive have just got back from a fabulous weekend in East Lothian, Scotland. My travelling companion was Suzi Tagg with Lilly and Lowry we made the very long journey up to Scotland for the Gundog Breeds Association of Scotland Championship Show. We arrived on the Friday to stay in what words can only describe as a stately home intact with a bridal suite and cot ! We were staying with Hayley Tomlinson (and 3 Rainesgifts), Gemma Jacobs & Sue Knight (with 2 Gemswin's), Roz Townsend (1 Woodfinch), Jo & Sarah (with 2 Gemswin's & a Blonde !) and Jenny Campbell. 9 people, 12 dogs ... hilarity was sure to ensue! The house was amazing, and simply huge, with a lovely walled garden for the dogs to have a dash around in.
On the Saturday we went to the Royal Highland Showground for the dog show with our judge being Mr Hughes. Suzi Tagg did incredibly well with Mr Lowry (Swantonwood Lowry of Wrensmead JW) he took two classes. Jo was awarded a 2nd in Puppy dog with Gemswin Nites in White Satin .. well done Nev ! Gemma then won Post Graduate Dog, the DCC and Best of Breed with the brown job ... Gemswin Son of a Preacher Man JW. After that we didn't think the day could get better, however Roz's beautiful Denver daughter Woodfinch Lorelei won Minor Puppy bitch handled by Kelly Holland, myself and Jive gained a 5th in Post Graduate, and then Hayley won Limit Bitch with Rainesgift Clemence and Open Bitch with Rainesgift Fleur de Luna JW. The bad child Clem then won the BCC, her second !!!! We stayed to watch Gemma and Woody go round for Best In Show, Kelly and Flatcharm Wild Thing go round in Best Puppy In Show, and finally Ann Kilminster with SH CH Withybed Blue Jeans compete for Best Veteran In Show, Ann and Blazer eventually won Reserve Best Veteran In Show !!! A fabulous win for the ever so lovely Blazer ! When we got back to the house, many bottles of wine and Cava were opened to celebrate all our wonderful wins from the day, and to toast the blonde birds (Ruin the Goldie) for gaining an RCC and Junior Warrant earlier in the month.
The next morning we were up with the larks to get everything packed and ready so we could head off to Yellowcraig beach. The beach was fantastic, the 12 dogs had a brilliant time flying through the surf, wrestling over discarded seaweed and digging holes which much to their annoyance filled with water. It was the end to a brilliant weekend, and a long journey home. Thank you everyone for making it such a wonderful weekend, and to Woody and Clem the stars of the show !!!
On the Saturday we went to the Royal Highland Showground for the dog show with our judge being Mr Hughes. Suzi Tagg did incredibly well with Mr Lowry (Swantonwood Lowry of Wrensmead JW) he took two classes. Jo was awarded a 2nd in Puppy dog with Gemswin Nites in White Satin .. well done Nev ! Gemma then won Post Graduate Dog, the DCC and Best of Breed with the brown job ... Gemswin Son of a Preacher Man JW. After that we didn't think the day could get better, however Roz's beautiful Denver daughter Woodfinch Lorelei won Minor Puppy bitch handled by Kelly Holland, myself and Jive gained a 5th in Post Graduate, and then Hayley won Limit Bitch with Rainesgift Clemence and Open Bitch with Rainesgift Fleur de Luna JW. The bad child Clem then won the BCC, her second !!!! We stayed to watch Gemma and Woody go round for Best In Show, Kelly and Flatcharm Wild Thing go round in Best Puppy In Show, and finally Ann Kilminster with SH CH Withybed Blue Jeans compete for Best Veteran In Show, Ann and Blazer eventually won Reserve Best Veteran In Show !!! A fabulous win for the ever so lovely Blazer ! When we got back to the house, many bottles of wine and Cava were opened to celebrate all our wonderful wins from the day, and to toast the blonde birds (Ruin the Goldie) for gaining an RCC and Junior Warrant earlier in the month.
Remus and Jive attempt to fly !
The next morning we were up with the larks to get everything packed and ready so we could head off to Yellowcraig beach. The beach was fantastic, the 12 dogs had a brilliant time flying through the surf, wrestling over discarded seaweed and digging holes which much to their annoyance filled with water. It was the end to a brilliant weekend, and a long journey home. Thank you everyone for making it such a wonderful weekend, and to Woody and Clem the stars of the show !!!
A gaggle of Flatcoats
My princess got wet !!
Saturday, 29 October 2011
Star Report
We are very proud of Madison's fantastic Best Veteran In Show win at the recent Flatcoat Society Open Show, and were over joyed with his show report from judge Mrs Gill Davis which was published in one of the dog papers this week.
"Withybed New Yorker at Harlistrea, 8 years, black masculine well made head with good eye and expression. Correct head carriage, good neck and forehand angulation, legs and feet. Pleasing ribcage and loin. Well turned hindquarters. Moved well with purpose. Scored in outline both standing and on the move. A credit to owner and handler. Presented in fit good condition. Best Veteran Dog & Best Veteran In Show "
"Withybed New Yorker at Harlistrea, 8 years, black masculine well made head with good eye and expression. Correct head carriage, good neck and forehand angulation, legs and feet. Pleasing ribcage and loin. Well turned hindquarters. Moved well with purpose. Scored in outline both standing and on the move. A credit to owner and handler. Presented in fit good condition. Best Veteran Dog & Best Veteran In Show "
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