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Mr. K. Carty
Mrs H. Barber Mr J
Hargreaves
Mr A Robinson
MINOR BREEDS WORKING TEST 2006
The Minor Breeds Working Test 2006
was held at Leighton Estate, Leighton Shropshire on
Sunday 2nd April 2006 by kind permission of Mr. M W
Corrie. The event was sponsored by James Wellbeloved
[Crown Pet Foods] and AG Mobility Ltd and this year
hosted by the Curly Coated Retriever Club.
This working test is an annual event
to further the working of minor gundog breeds and is
also intended to provide the opportunity of meeting and
talking with the owners of the less recognized working
gundog breeds, and of course to have a good day out. The
test is held under KC Rules & Regulations.
The event was well supported with
teams of four dogs from the Chesapeake Bay Retrievers,
Curly Coated Retrievers, Flat Coated Retrievers, the
Irish Water Spaniels and also for the first time the
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers.
The Judges, Mr. TR Dukes and Miss F
Stevens set some challenging tests:-The first was a
split seen retrieve with one dummy in cover and the
other in open ground.
We then had a blind where the dogs
had to run out then turn right over a stream and up a
bank with the dogs out of site. The dummy was on the top
bank and this test showed the judges which dogs best
took directions. The next was a seen water retrieve down
a path through a gate and the dummy had to be retrieved
from the lake.
The last test was a seen retrieve
with a jump over a fence with a bank on one side.
Contestants were working in pairs enabling the judges to
test the steadiness of the waiting dog.
The final scores were close, but
congratulations to the Flat Coated Retrievers who came
first with a margin of 9 points; second, with 6 points
behind, were the Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and third were
the Curly Coated Retrievers trailing by just ONE point
behind the Chesapeake's (how sad is that!). The Irish
Water Spaniels hot on our heels coming 4th and last but
not least were the Duck Tollers.
It was agreed by all that it had been
a good, happy day, due in no small part to Anthony and
Elaine Robinson. We thank them for the tireless effort
and considerable thought which had gone into organizing
this event. We must also thank the Curly Coated
Retriever Club for their financial support and of course
the Curly helpers who turned up on the day.
James A. Hargreaves
Reading
from left to right:
Cimramin
Capricious for Springcurl, Khanastra Miles High
over Blanshard, Cobrizo China Beach, Darelyn
Lillie Langtree at Haregrove.
Photo Mr
David Tomlinson
THE
KENNEL CLUB SHOW GUNDOG WORKING CERTIFICATE IMPORTANT
ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE NOTES
Regulation J(A)1.e.
HISTORY
In the early history of the Show World
all Gundog Champions were required to pass a working
qualification. By the 1950s, with the increased
popularity of shows, the numbers of potential Champions
on the bench were growing and the opportunity and/or
necessity to gain a working qualification at Field
Trials was declining. Therefore, the title of Show
Champion came into being, but to achieve Full Champion
status the dog still needed to qualify at a Field Trial
either with an award, COM or by passing the Show Gundog
Working Certificate.
AIM
To provide credible proof of the natural working ability
of a KC registered Gundog that has already proved it
meets the KC Breed Standard by a qualification in the
show ring.
PREPARATION
Whilst the Judges on the day are looking
for natural working ability, for retrieving breeds it is
expected that your dog has had experience of handling
freshly shot game, will retrieve from water, and is not
afraid of gunfire. It is also important that your dog is
under sufficient control to undertake the test once the
lead is removed.
ETIQUETTE AND CONDUCT
There is an established code of conduct
expected at Field Trials and this applies equally to
Show Gundog Working Certificate Days. Participants
should be aware that it is a privilege, and not a right,
to be present and to take part, and shall not
openly impugn the decision of the Judge or Judges or
criticize the host, ground or guns.
All
Judges, Stewards and other helpers, entrants, supporters
and spectators must be courteous to and co-operative
with the host and the Steward of the Beat, (who will
usually be the Gamekeeper), and should fall in willingly
with their arrangements to achieve the best result
possible in an atmosphere of friendliness and
confidence.
It is
expected that those attending these events will dress
appropriately. While there are no specific dress
requirements, it is suggested that clothing worn should
be suitable for the shooting field, warm, waterproof and
unobtrusive. Brightly coloured clothing should be
avoided.
The
production of game to the guns is not assisted by noise,
and those present should conduct themselves quietly and
ensure that no unnecessary disturbance is created which
might disturb game.
QUALIFICATION
Before entering for this Certificate
always refer to Kennel Club Regulations J(A)1.e.(1) &
(2) to ensure that your dog has the correct
qualification and decide which method of achievement
would be most suited to you and your dog. This
Regulation states:
"A
Gundog which has won one or more Challenge Certificates
at Shows or, may be entered for a SGWC at a Field Trial
Meeting for its sub-group. HPR's, Spaniels and
Retrievers may also participate in a Show Gundog Working
Day for the sub-group, licensed by the Kennel Club, with
a minimum of two Judges
officiating, of which at least one must
be an "A" Panel Judge.
(As special
dispensation
to the
current Regulation the General Committee of the
Kennel Club has agreed that a Gundog which has
won one or more first prizes in a class for its
breed at a Championship Show may be
entered at a Show Gundog Working Day")
Photo Mr
David Tomlinson
HOW TO ENTER
AT A FIELD TRIAL
The permission of the Society holding the
Trial must be obtained and the dog must be entered on
the entry form of the meeting. The fee charged by the
Society should be the same as that for the dogs entering
the Trial.
AT A SHOW GUNDOG WORKING DAY
These are organized by a number of registered societies
in the UK and are run entirely for the purpose of Show
Gundogs to achieve the SGWC. In recent years the number
of these days has gradually increased along with
training days aimed particularly at this Certificate.
Any
Kennel Club registered Society authorized to hold Field
Trials may apply for permission to run a Show Gundog
Working Day. A 'Secretaries Checklist for running a Show
Gundog Working Day is available free of charge from the
KC Field Trial Department.
Clubs
presently organizing Show Gundog Working Days:
Brittany
Club of Great Britain
Eastern
Counties Golden Retriever Club
Flat Coated
Retriever Society
German
Wirehaired Pointer Club
Golden
Retriever Club
Hungarian
Vizla Club
Kent, Surrey
&Sussex Labrador Retriever Club
Labrador
Retriever Club
Midland
English Springer Spaniel Society
Utility
Gundog Society
These
days may not be held every year, as they are dependent
upon demand and availability of grounds
METHOD OF
ACHIEVEMENT
The granting of a Show Gundog Working
Certificate will be at the discretion of the Judges at
the meeting, and two Judges, one of whom must be an "A"
Panel Judge, must sign the Certificate. Before doing so
they must be satisfied that the dog has fulfilled the
following requirements:-
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The dog has been tested in line.
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The dog has shown that it is not
gun-shy.
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For a Retriever, that it hunted for,
and found, dead or wounded game, faced cover, and
retrieved tenderly.
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For a Spaniel, that it hunted, faced
cover, produced game and retrieved tenderly.
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For a Pointer or Setter, that it
hunted and pointed game.
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For a Hunt, Point and Retrieve Breed,
that it hunted, pointed game, and retrieved
tenderly.
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For all retrieving breeds, that the
dog entered water freely, swam and retrieved (If a
natural retrieve from water is not possible, then a
dummy may be used. If suitable water is not
available the dog is permitted to undertake a
special water test on a separate date at a separate
location recognized by the issue of a Certificate,
to be signed by two Field Trial Panel Judges one of
whom must be on the "A" Panel.
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The dog has not whined or barked in
line. (Subject to the Breed Standard)
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The dog has been under reasonable
control. (Absolute steadiness is not essential)
JUDGES
However you decide to attain the
Certificate, at a Field Trial or a Show Gundog Working
Day, there will always be two Judges assessing the work
of your dog at least one of whom will be on the "A"
Panel.
If a dog
passes the test to the satisfaction of these Judges a
Certificate will be issued on the day, signed by the
Judges and the secretary of the society. This will be
sent to the Kennel Club to be recorded for inclusion in
the Kennel Club Stud Book for that year and the
Certificate will be returned to the owner of the dog.
(If the
water
element has not been undertaken please note the
following paragraph on the "Water Test" in which case
the certificate will be held by the Kennel Club until
completion of the water element).
The
production of game to the guns is not assisted by noise,
and those present should conduct themselves quietly and
ensure that no unnecessary disturbance is created which
might disturb game.
WATER TEST
If suitable water is not available for
the retrieving breeds at a Field Trial or Show Gundog
Working Day, Show Gundogs will be permitted to undertake
a Special Water Test on a separate date and at a
separate location. This will be recognized by the issue
of a separate Water Certificate, to be signed by two
Field Trial Panel Judges, one of whom must be on the "A"
Panel and sent to the Kennel Club to be recorded in
order that the dog can be given its complete Show Gundog
Working Certificate.
IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE NOTES
Whilst the Judges on the day are looking for natural
working ability, for retrieving breeds it is expected
that your dog has had experience of freshly shot game
and to particularly note that:
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Dogs which make a noise will not pass
the certificate (subject to the Breed Standard)
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Although absolute steadiness is not
essential a reasonable amount of control is expected
at the discretion of the Judges
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The term "Champion" [Full Champion]
must not be confused with the term "Dual Champion".
A Dual Champion is a dog that has become a Champion
in the show ring and a Field Trial Champion, which
in recent years has become quite a rare occurrence.
However,
the acquisition of the Show Gundog Working Certificate
does indicate that a qualified dog has retained its
working ability with prestigious recognition in the
Kennel Club Stud Book.
For
further help and information on these Certificates and
Gundog training opportunities please contact Hilary
Gould in the Kennel Club Field Trial Department:
020 7518 1059 Fax:1046
hgould@the-kennel-club.ora.uk
fieldtrials@the-kennel-club.ora.uk
Photo Mr
David Tomlinson
The
following dogs have passed the Show Gundog Working
Certificate. (Since 1996)
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Ch
Gladrags Jackaranda
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Ch Darelyn
Double Dutch
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Ch
Gladrags Keepmeinmind
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Ch
Caballus Grand Slam
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Ch
Caballus Kingfisher
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Ch Swe Ch
Springcurl Peace of Mind JW
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Gamesmere
Royal Escort
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Cimramin
Capricious for Springcurl
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Aspenwood
Carbon Copy at Roughyeds
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Int Ch,
Fin Ch, Swe Ch, Nor Ch, Ir Ch Springcurl Agneta
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Caballus
Waterman
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