Held in conjunction with the City of Birmingham Championship Show at Stoneleigh Park near Coventry, The Spanish Water Dog Club Open Show took place on Sunday 1st September 2019. Sponsored by Royal Canin, a total of 45 dogs made up the 50 entries within the main show. Additional classes were also held for Junior Handling, whereby the entrants were judged not on the dog, but on the capabilites of the handler in presenting the dog in the ring.
The open show also incorporated three extra Special Award Classes. These classes are specifically put on by the club, with the permission of the Kennel Club, in an endeavour to assist prospective judges to progress up the Judges List. It allows judges, newly qualified or seeking additional experience, the opportunity to examine and judge the Spanish Water Dog breed by gaining a captive audience of owners of the breed who are present at the show.
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Best in Show was won by the Best Bitch and winner of the Post Graduate Bitch class, Sierrasalva's Regalo
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Reserve Best in Show and best dog was won by Sh Ch Casper De Agua Salada
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Best Puppy in show was taken by the Puppy Bitch winner Oh You Are Magic vom Hause Kristo of Goldfly (Imp)
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Best Vetran in Show was awarded to Valentismo's Olli Dante from the Vetran Dog Class
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Scroll down for details of the results from all the classes and the show photo gallery.
Held in conjunction with the City of Birmingham Championship Show at Stoneleigh Park near Coventry, The Spanish Water Dog Club Open Show took place on Sunday 1st September 2019. Sponsored by Royal Canin, a total of 45 dogs made up the 50 entries within the main show. Additional classes were also held for Junior Handling, whereby the entrants were judged not on the dog, but on the capabilites of the handler in presenting the dog in the ring.
The open show also incorporated three extra Special Award Classes. These classes are specifically put on by the club, with the permission of the Kennel Club, in an endeavour to assist prospective judges to progress up the Judges List. It allows judges, newly qualified or seeking additional experience, the opportunity to examine and judge the Spanish Water Dog breed by gaining a captive audience of owners of the breed who are present at the show.
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Best in Show was won by the Best Bitch and winner of the Post Graduate Bitch class, Sierrasalva's Regalo
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Reserve Best in Show and best dog was won by Sh Ch Casper De Agua Salada
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Best Puppy in show was taken by the Puppy Bitch winner Oh You Are Magic vom Hause Kristo of Goldfly (Imp)
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Best Vetran in Show was awarded to Valentismo's Olli Dante from the Vetran Dog Class
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Scroll down for details of the results from all the classes and the show photo gallery.
Puppy Buyers' Guide
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The following questions and information are just some of the things to think about when you are considering getting a Spanish Water Dog Puppy.
Please be prepared to do you research around the breed. As well as you taking the time to find a breeder, a breeder will want to be sure that the home they are sending their puppy to will provide it a lifetime of happiness, love and support. Any reputable and respected breeder will care more about the ongoing health and welfare of their dogs once they have left their mother, than simply seeking a quick sale.
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SWDC Puppy Buyers Guide
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Visit breeders at home to see the dogs in their home environment.
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Ask to see all relevant health test documents for both parents of the puppies – (currently- Hipscore, prcdPRA-DNA, Glaucoma, Annual Eye Test).
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Prepare a list of questions to ask the breeders you visit.
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Will the puppy be Kennel Club registered?
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Ask to see a copy of the puppy contract before purchase.
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Always see Mum with her puppies.
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If you wish to see Dad, ask if this would be possible.
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Ask what the contents of your puppy pack will contain…ideally this should include:
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A diet sheet,
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Details/advice on worming and flea treatment.
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Any vaccinations given.
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Microchip details,
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KC Registration Document,
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Copies of health test results of both parents,
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Puppy contract,
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Advice for puppy owners document,
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Puppy’s pedigree.
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A small bag of food that the puppy is currently being fed.
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Any endorsements on the puppy’s Kennel Club Registration document should be fully explained to you.
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Ask what food the puppies will/are being fed and why.
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Where will the puppies be raised?
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What, if any, socialisation will be done with the puppies before they leave for their new homes?
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Will Mum have access to the puppies right up until they leave for their new homes?
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Do Mum and her puppies appear to be in good health? Will the puppies be vet checked before they leave the breeder?
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“The Spanish Water Dog Book” by Wanda Sooby & Di Williamson is great and authoritative source of information and is often recommended by breeders, and is full of valuable information about the background of the breed, their temperament, training advice and much more. The book can be purchased here.
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Will the breeder be available as a point of contact to offer advice and support throughout dog’s life?
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Be prepared to answer questions regarding how the puppy will be cared for.
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There is a BLOG about #bepuppywise in August 2020 - you can access it here: https://www.spanishwaterdogclub.co.uk/post/bepuppywise
Download: SWDC Puppy Buyers Guide
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