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 Ch. Sol Y Sombra Peppemint Crisp of Cottoncove |
 Ch. Swordstone Faolan |
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 Between the Durban July and the Namibian shows, July is traditionally a month for Group Shows and Specialties. Please visit the Results pages via the Show Guide for more details. |
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| Piet Olivier (Glenroy Labrador Retrievers & Dachshunds) fell ill with the incapacitating Guillain-Barré Syndrome. With increasing paralysis, Pietie had to spend several months in hospital and a nursing home. Recovery has been slow but it was wonderful seeing him visiting the October shows. |
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| OBITUARIES - Victor Hartley, loving husband of Mattie (Yeltrah Dachshunds), passed away after a long illness on 11 July. - Overseas, Terry Thorn (Tahawi Salukis) in the UK passed away on 16 July after a long battle with cancer. Husband of Zena Thorn-Andrews, Terry was the only judge in the UK qualified to award CCs in all breeds. - After falling ill in June and needing surgery on her spine, Yvonne du Preez (90) (Roodedraai Ridgebacks) never really fully recovered and yearned for easy mobility. She passed away peacefully on 21 July. - Ken Downham (Rhodesian Ridgebacks) passed away after a short illness. Sadly missed by Ann. - Sandra Lees (Sakkarra Ibizan Hounds succumbed to a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Frank. - Derek Brown - well known in field trials and partner to Dale Fabian, breeding Bardale Labradors, passed away on 22 July after a long illness. - In Australia, Erica Thomas-Howe (Marechal Poodles), sister of Edwina Thomas, passed away after a short, but devastating illness on 22 July. |
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AUGUST 2008 |
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 Ch. Golden Bear at Montala |
 Ch. Kimekai Son of Samuri |
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And then it was time for Goldfields, which hosts the annual Dog of the Year Competition for dogs and bitches with the most number of Best of Breed awards gained during the previous year. A panel of four judges selected the following winners:
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 Ch. Swordstone Faolan |
 Ch. Mipret Duuk Second of Vongershan |
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 KUSA Nat Dog '08 Ch. Agha Djari's Question of Honour at Accolades |
 Ch. Gladwen Black Magic |
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| OBITUARIES - Doug Pontus (Troypon Bulldogs) passed away suddenly. Doug was no longer active in dog activities, but co-breeder of top dogs in earlier years. - Family and friends were shocked at the sudden passing of Dennis Ryke - father of Astrid (Kilkenny Staffords) on 11 August after a short, incorrectly-diagnosed illness. - Clive Murray (Rottweilers), founder of Queenstown & Districts KC, passed away peacefully on 17 August, survived by his wife, Fay. |
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SEPTEMBER 2008 |
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KUSA Nat Dog '08 Ch. Agha Djari's Question of Honour at Accolades |
 Ch. Escada Empire Von Cobra at Donnehaus |
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| On the KUSA administration front, Fedco's proposal to
amend to the KUSA Constitution to reduce the DOGSPC representation on Fedco from two to one (a measure to allow proportional representation in an area that comprises 40% of affiliated clubs, shows and potential income in South Africa) created an unprecedented outcry. Are the peasants are revolting????? A successful petition was launched to overturn this ruling, leading to the Constitution maintaining the status quo. |
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| Mr Greg Eva's term of KUSA Presidency was due to expire at the end of 2008 and he indicated his willingness to stand for a further four-year term of office. Unexpectedly, a challenger came to light in the form of David Thompson. And thus began a Presidential Campaign to emulate, although with not quite the same grandeur, the USA Presidentital Campaign. The KUSA membership was treated to websites, roadshows, private campaigning, forums, interviews, slogans, buttons, emails, songs and a vibe the likes of which has not been seen in this organisation! Needless to say, supporters allowed emotions to boil over at times. With a majority of nine club votes, Greg Eva was re-elected to President of KUSA. |
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| The German Shepherd Dog Club Western Cape qualified to hold championship shows at a successful qualifying show on 7 September and, on 20 September, the Rhodesian
Ridgeback Club of Free State held a qualifying show in Bloemfontein. |
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Ch. Golden Bear at Montala |
 Ch. Jalus High Flyer |
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| OBITUARIES - The dog fraternity was shocked to learn of the sudden passing of Mike Hauptfleisch, husband and father of Audrey, Kurt and Kirsty - well-known personalities in the dog world. |
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| OCTOBER 2008 |
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KUSA Nat Dog '08 Ch. Agha Djari's Question of Honour at Accolades |
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The Spring Weekend, hosted by TKC and SALKA, also incorporates the invitational competitions, Supreme Dog of the Year (for all Best in Show winners of the year) and Junior Dog of the Year (for dogs and bitches earning the most number of Best Puppy certificates during the year):
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 Ch. Libra Dare To Dream |
 Satinboreas Sign of the Times |
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 Ch. & Ch. (Can) Durrer's Classical Masterpiece |
Ch. Golden Bear at Montala |
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 KUSA Nat Dog '07 Ch. Marechal Positive Accent |
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| Cheryl Deavall (Foxfire Siberians) and Adrian Battey (Tablebay Newfoundlands) tied the knot in a quiet marriage ceremony on 18 October, then came down to the Cape shows for.... what else... a doggy honeymoon. |
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Ch. & Ch. (Can) Durrer's Classical Masterpiece |
Ch. Kimekai Son of Samuri |
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 Ch Strathaven Ms Neala to You |
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| Yvonne Meintjes and Edwina Thomas left South African shores to set up a new home in Australia. Their dogs had already been sent to temporary homes in Scandinavia to serve their quarantine period (and to gain a few Scandinavian championships) and will be sent on later to settle 'down under'. |
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| OBITUARIES - Anneline Niewoudt sadly lost her mother, Daphne Nel on 5 October. - Donne Lucas' father was tragically killed in a car accident caused by a negligent SAPS driver. Her mother was also seriously injured in the accident. - Colleen Roper (Old English Sheepdogs), an active worker and supporter of Durban & Dist KC, passed away on 6 October. - Louise and family lost husband and father, Desmond Arnesen (White Swiss Shepherd Dogs) on 10 October. - Vanessa and Melanie Nicolau lost their father on 13 October after a short illness. - Ian Meyers - long time association with Hill's Rosettes, Dobermanns and Obedience - passed away on 15 October. Sadly missed by Dorothy. - Shanti Rogers (Cocker Spaniels) passed away suddenly on 24 October. |
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| NOVEMBER 2008 |
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| Tail docking remained a hot issue throughout the year together with fears and accusations of the practice being chased underground. The decision of the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) to prohibit practicing veterinarians from docking tails from 1 June received wide publicity and the impression was created that the rule was a fait accompli. However, "A thorough search of the government gazettes since the 2nd June, 2006 resolution taken by the SAVC to declare tail docking an unethical procedure for veterinarians has revealed no Ministerial notice confirming the approval of this resolution and the KUSA's legal advice confirms that Ministerial approval is required in terms of Section 30 of the Veterinary and Para-veterinary Professionals Act, 1982.
KUSA's point of view is that humane veterinary procedures must remain available to all dog owners at all times for any treatment the owner or breeder deems necessary and the KUSA supports the right of choice for the individual, be it breeder, dog owner or practicing veterinarian." (KUSA Statement - November 2008) |
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| With the championship show season at an end, the year began to wind down with a series of provincial invitational competitions and special shows. Two highly successful and enjoyable qualifying shows were held in November: the Junior KC (organised almost exclusively by the junior dog fraternity) on 2 November, and the Grand Central Utility Breeds Club on the 8th. |
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In the Cape, the Western Cape Top Dog Invitational was held as an evening event followed by a sumptious dinner and copious bottles of Cape wine! Judged by Ms C. Immelman (SA), the winners were:
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 KUSA Nat Pup '06 Ch. Denova Get Over It |
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The DOGS PC Best of the Best Challenge, in Gauteng, was judged by two Yugoslavian judges, Mr N. Jovanovic and Mr M. Urosevic.
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 Ch. Illoren Hell of a Night |
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DECEMBER 2008 |
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 KUSA Nat Dog '08 Ch. Agha Djari's Question of Honour at Accolades |
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| The winner of the Eukanuba / FCI World Challenge 2008 was a German Saluki bitch owned by Hintzenberg-Freisleben, Ch. Dakira Sawahin. |
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| The Christmas Charity Show has become an institution at Christmastime in Gauteng. Organised by Carol and Joe Field, the event has grown from humble beginnings to an immensely popular event that raises huge amounts of money for charity. Aside from breed class judging that is somewhat different from the norm, a popular highlight is the fancy dress competition, usually judged by a local celebrity. |
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After a couple of weeks of daily voting, the fiercely-contested winners of the SHOWDOGS Shows of 2008 were announced:
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Amidst much speculation and anticipation, the winners of the Eukanuba / SHOWDOGS Puppy Points System were announced following the usual count-down from Top 100 down to Top 10.
Congratulations! |
 Bukavi Huye |
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With adult dogs and puppies receiving due recognition in respective points systems, SHOWDOGS felt that veterans were being sidelined, so the Hills / SHOWDOGS Veteran Points System was launched. It is hoped that this may encourage exhibitors to enter their veterans and that clubs will offer a Veteran Stake at their shows. Following a similar set of rules to the Puppy Points, the count-down led to the announcement of the winners.
Congratulations! |
 Ch. LeMeulleur Even Money at Dotcom |
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| The dog community lost way too many well-loved people again this year. They were all important in their particular ways and they all played a vital role in the nurturing of our sport and interest. Their passion for dogs made them special people and their expertise will be missed by many. SHOWDOGS expresses warmest condolences to the friends and family of all these wonderful people with the wish that the good memories will soon replace the pain of losing a loved one. We shall remember them..... |
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| RAINBOW BRIDGE - In the second semester, owners had to say farewell to these companions: |
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 Tundra Sabere of Snowdrift (van der Merwe) |
 Ch. Thundering Thor (Rebelo / Africa) |
 Ch. Waydack I'm a Winna (Jenkins) |
 Ch Birchdale Travellingman at Denova CGC (Brookes) |
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 Ch. Fleetwind Persian Image (McFarlane / Stadler) |
 Leroy (Tennant) |
 Jentay Beat My Drum (Swart) |
 Ch. Montala Beaumonts Dream of Genelto (Smith) |
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Forward to 2009! |
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