| Date |
News & Updates |
| 01 January 2010 |
Wow, what a year 2009 was! Memorable in so many ways for so many fantastic reasons. It was the year of dreams being realised!!!!
The year started off in the most unexpected but most fantastic way, the stuff of dreams - Mina was BOB at Crufts!!!
This was swiftly followed barely three weeks later by Mina creating breed history in Ireland by becoming the first Bolognese to win Group 9 in Ireland.
Many shows during the following months saw Mina gathering many BOB's in Ireland and also a BOB in the UK.
In June we went to the European Dog Show in Dublin where Mina became European Winner 2009.
In July Mina was shortlisted to the final 12 in the group at Sligo Ch show and also shortlisted to the final 6 in the group the following week at Dundalk Ch show.
In September we went to Luxembourg Int Show where Mina was BOB, becoming Luxembourg Ch, International Ch and she was also placed 3rd in Group 9!
Just less than a month later we travelled to Bratislava to two shows - the National CAC show and also the main event - the WDS, where a record number of 59 beautiful Bolognese were entered from many countries across Europe and also the US. Mina came home as World Winner 2009 and also Slovakian Ch!
At the end of November we travelled to Amsterdam to the Amsterdam Winners Show where Mina was BOB, becoming Amsterdam Winner 2009 and she also gained the final point needed to become NL Ch!!!
One year - Crufts BOB, World Winner, European Winner, NL / LUX / SLK / INT* CH, Group 9 Winner - WHAT A YEAR!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks to my friends for being there during this year, for being so supportive and sharing in my absolute joy (and many, many happy tears!!). |
| 28 December 2009 |
Dublin Dog Show Soc Ch Show, Ireland
Mina was GSB & BOB under judge Mr H Tonks (IRE) |
| 14 November 2009 |
Cloghran Ch Show, Ireland
Mina was GSB & BOB under judge Mrs M. Miles (IRE). |
| 26 October 2009 |
Bull Breeds Ch Show, Ireland
Mina was GSB & BOB under judge Mrs C. Alford (IRE) |
| 11 October 2009 |
World Dog Show, Bratislava, Slovakia
Going by the press info it was the biggest World Show in FCI history! Bolognese had a fantastic entry of 59 with Bolognese from many countries and for the first time ever the breed had two judges; Otakar Vondrous (CZ) doing bitches and Cristian Stefanescu (RO) doing dogs and BOB. What a trip it was!!!!!!
Mina was 1st in a large, strong Champion Bitch class, gaining the CAC. She was then awarded the CACIB - becoming the Bolognese female World Winner 2009!!! She then went onto go RBOB. BOB was a very nice male from Hungary - Predatino Aldo. As this was Mina's second CAC in Slovakia (the first won the previous day at the CAC show), she also became Slovakian Ch!
It was a long drive there and back however, it was well worth the long trip of 4175 kms!! World Winner 2009 and Slovakian Ch!!! The scenery driving through some of the countries was fantastic and what can I say about the German autobahns and the 'suggested' speed of 130kms!!!!. To read Mina's diary of the trip, please see the link in the 'News & Results' tab. |
| 10 October 2009 |
Bratislava, Slovakia
We left Ireland very, very early Wednesday morning, 7th Oct and travelled through the UK, The Netherlands, Germany, Austria and then into Slovakia, arriving in the early hours of Saturday morning, 10th Oct. A long drive! Mina was groomed extremely fast and after accidently falling asleep (no alarm set!!!), we got to the show just in time! Judge was Urek Tatjana (SLO) and she placed Mina 1st in Ch bitch, CAC and BOB. 7 Bolognese entered today. The show was held outdoors, in Bratislava racecourse. The weather was horrible - rain! Not very nice with long grass and long coated white dogs! Thankfully the tent travelled from Ireland with us. It was great to see Italian and UK Bolognese friends there. Our hotel was located just outside the city, beside the river Danube in a nature reserve. Beautiful scenery and ideal walks!! |
| 19 Sept 2009 |
Carlow Ch Show, Ireland
Judge Mr M Leonard (IRE) placed Mina 1st in Ch bitch, GSB & BOB! This is always a lovely show - nice venue and company. The last show of the summer outdoor and weather is usually lovely. This year was no exception! |
| 05 September 2009 |
Luxembourg Int Show.
It proved to be a fantastic trip! Mina was CACL, CACIB & BOB under judge Mr Hans van den Berg (NL). This made her International Ch and also Luxembourg Ch!! To finish off a memorable day, Mina was placed 3rd in group 9 under Mr Van Den Berg (Thank you!!!). Wow!!! It was a nice drive through the UK, France and Belgium, the roads were good. Especially so as it was my first time driving in Europe and on the left hand side of the road. So nice to drive on a four lane motorway, sun shining and radio on!! |
| 22 August 2009 |
Fourth show of the Munster Circuit - Tralee. Everyone is very tired by this stage, it's been a long week! Bolognese judge today was Mr C. Beattie (IRE), who put up Mina to 1st in Ch bitch, GSB & BOB. |
| 18 August 2009 |
Second show of the Munster Circuit - Killarney. It was a very early start on the road to ensure we got a good place to set up at the show. It had rained, so the ground was a 'bit' wet. Tent up and we were ready for the day. In the end the tent proved invaluable!! Mina was again 1st in Ch bitch, GSB & BOB. Judge today was Mr H Vella (Malta). |
| 16 August 2009 |
The Munster Circuit, Ireland
First show of the infamous Munster Circuit and the marathon week - Clonmel. A bit of a windy day but dry at least!! Mina was 1st in Ch bitch, GSB & BOB, judge was Mr Guy Jeavons (CAN) who had some nice comments about Mina. |
| 25 July 2009 |
Dundalk Ch Show, Ireland
Mina was BOB under judge Mr. M Drennan (Ire) and then went onto be shortlisted to the final 6 in group 9 under group judge Mr Andrew Brace (UK). This is the second show where Mina was shortlisted in the group - Sligo last week also!!!!!! It was a beautiful day - nice venue, fantastic weather and good company. |
| 18 July 2009 |
Sligo Ch Show, Ireland
Mina is 1st in Ch bitch, GSB & BOB, judge Mrs P Leonard (IRE). She then went on to be shortlisted in the group under judge Mr Svein Helgesen (NO), who had fantastic comments about her afterwards!!! Even though dark clouds were overhead us all day, we were lucky to escape the rain until nearly all the breeds were done. |
| 11 July 2009 |
All Ireland Toy Dog Club Grp 9 Ch Show, Ireland
On a very wet and miserable day we were lucky to have the show indoors. Mina was GSB & BOB under judge Mrs. K Cahill (IRE). |
| 28 June 2009 |
Deise Ch Show, Ireland
Day two and the weather was bad - rain! It was like a different country. Mina was 1st in Ch bitch, GSB & BOB under judge Mrs J Newman (IRE). |
| 27 June 2009 |
Kilkenny Ch Show, Ireland.
Another weekend of double shows! In glorious weather Mina was 1st in Ch bitch, GSB & BOB under judge Ms E Neally (IRE). After the show we drove down to the show venue for the next day and camped on the grounds. With lots of people there for the night in their caravans, motorhomes and tents it was great craic! |
| 20 June 2009 |
Swords Int Ch Show, Ireland
Under judge De Wilde (BE), Mina was 1st in Ch bitch, GSB, CACIB & BOB. This is her 6th CACIB and it is still not a year and a day since her first so still unable to claim her Int title!! |
| 13 June 2009 |
Munster Canine Ch Show, Ireland
Mina is 1st in Ch class, GSB & BOB under judge Ms J Quinlan (IRE). We definatley need more weather like we had today!! |
| 06 June 2009 |
Southern Counties Ch Show (UK)
Mina is 1st in OB, BB & BOB under judge Mr J Juslin (FI). There were many nice Bolognese there and it was great to catch up with friends! We were lucky to get there as the car developed a 'slight' problem a few days before we were due to leave. Thankfully we got a lift with friends! |
| 01 June 2009 |
European Dog Show, Ireland
Mina is 1st in Ch class, GSB, CACIB, European Winner 2009 & RBOB. Judge was Mrs Y Nagler (IS). Mina is now European Winner 2009!!!!!!!! |
| 23 May 2009 |
Irish Toy Dog Group 9 Ch Show, Ireland
Mina is 1st in Ch class, GSB & BOB. Judge was Mr P Condo (IT). |
| 16 May 2009 |
Hibernian Ch Show, Ireland
Mina is 1st in Ch class, GSB & BOB. Judge was Mr M. Baskaran (PT). He had fantastic comments about her, especially her head! |
| 03 May 2009 |
Fermoy Int Ch Show, Ireland
Day two of the Mini Circuit. Mina was GSB, CACIB and BOB, judge Mrs. M. Supronowicz (POL). Minas 4th CACIB!!! However, it isn't 1 year and a day since her 1st so she cannot become INT ch yet! |
| 02 May 2009 |
South Tipperary Ch show, Ireland
First day of the Mini Circuit and Mina was GSB and BOB under judge Mr P McDevitt (NI). |
| 18 April 2009 |
Cork & District Ch Show, Ireland
Mina is 1st in Ch class, GSB and BOB under judge Mrs C Muldoon (IRL). |
| 11 April 2009 |
Combined Canine Club Int Ch Show, Ireland
Under judge Ms.C. Bottussi Jocquel (Fr), Mina was GSB, CACIB & BOB. After the judging she had many nice comments about Mina. |
| 29 March 2009 |
Newtownards Ch Show, Ireland
Mina created breed history in Ireland and the British Isles by becoming the first Bolognese to win Group 9 !!!!!!!!! She was GS & BOB under breed judge Dr Marleen Collins, who also judged the group. What an absolute rollercoaster March has been! |
17 March 2009
St Patricks Day |
Celtic Winners Show, Ireland
Under judge Mrs C Rooney (Ire), Mina was Green Star & CACIB bitch and BOB! She is now Celtic Winner 2009! |
| 6 March 2009 |
Crufts, UK
Mina was Best Bitch and BOB at Crufts under judge Mr Richard Haynes (UK)!!!!!!! I am so delighted and going around grinning like a deranged chesire cat! She did all I could have asked of her and I am so, so proud of her. There was no slowing her down in the ring, storming around it! There were 38 entries in Bolognese, with dogs from Ireland, the UK, Italy and Sweden. It was a very long day, with Bolognese scheduled as usual last in the ring. However, it was an ideal opportunity to catch up with everyone. Unfortunatley, our benching was situated a very long way from our ring, nearly opposite ends of the hall. Once the Havanese judging was almost over, we all moved to the empty benches beside the ring. There was no way we were going to leave our things or dogs unattended at the opposite end of the hall, especially considering the email alert that went out a few days before hand of 'people' going to target Crufts and let dogs free. There was a good atmosphere around the ring and a good entry in all classes. The breed results can be found on the Fosse Data site and the judge's critique can be found on the dog.biz site. Many thanks to judge Mr Richard Haynes for making it a truely wonderful day! |
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