10 December 2006
Today we went to Newton Aycliffe Canine Society Open Show, once again Zac was awarded Best of Breed and followed this with 2nd in the Working Group
07 November 2006
Today we went to the Working and Pastoral Breeds of Scotland Championship Show under breed specialist Mrs Del Richards (Sheridel), Zac won his Special Yearling Class and was closely considered for the higher awards by the judge. Our thanks to Del for her positive comments about Zac.
09 October 2006
Zac now leaves his Junior classes in style, after a tremendous puppy career his has continued to do well in Junior and look forward to the future with this exciting youngster. Now a (double) Junior Warrant winner, Show Certificate of Merit Winner, JW Semi Finalist, and with 12 'In Show' awards behind him we are extremely proud of this youngster !
08 October 2006
Today we went to the Newfoundland Club Championship Show where Zac was awarded 2nd in a huge Junior Dog Class under judge Terry Thorn
02 October 2006
Today we went to Driffield Championship Show and won Junior Dog again with Zac. We were delighted with this as the judge, Mr G Rual gave him serious consideration for both the CC and RCC, unfortunately giving it to maturity on the day. Our thanks to Mr Rual for his extremely positive comments about Zac following his judging.
30 September 2006
Today we crossed the water over to Belfast Championship Show and were delighted with yet another class win for Zac - winning Junior Dog. Cooper also had a weekend away and was awarded a very well deserved 3rd place in a star studded Open Dog class. The judge was Brenda Banbury. My thanks to his expert handler Jade James for doing such a fantastic job with him. To end the day off Zac was awarded another 2nd place in a huge Junior Stakes class (judge Mr M Sanders) beaten only by the overall qualifier for the finals (and also a Champion !)
25 September 2006
Today we went to Nidderdale Canine Society Open Show and what a day we had ! Zac won Special Yearling and added another Best of Breed to his ever growing list - the judge for the breed was Vincent T Grosso from the USA. As this show is not judged on the group system we had quite a wait for Best in Show (in the rain !) but it was worth it. From a start studded line up (probably one of the best I have ever been in), Zac was awarded Best in Show - this time under judge Gustafaan Van Den Bosch from Belgium. To end a lovely day off Zac also qualified for the prestigious Junior Warrant Semi Finals to be held at Earls Court in November - the qualifying judge for this was Andrew Clark (Anshee).
We are extremely proud to have qualified for this event as we only had one show in the North East to qualify at (compared to 8+ in the South !), Zac was won of the youngest competitors at his heat. Only Junior Warrant winners are allowed to compete in the class, which has a restricted entry of 64 per show. 5 Qualifiers are selected to go to the Semi-Finals in Earls Court and from there 6 qualify for the Final at Crufts.
24 September 2006
Today we went to Worksop Canine Society - under judge Mr A Winger. Zac won Newfoundland Junior and was then awarded Best of Breed. He was shortlisted down to the last 8 for Best in Show under judge Mr A Winfrow
16 September 2006
Today we went to our local Championship Show - Darlington. Zac won another Junior Class, this time under judge Stuart Mallard. To end the day he also won 3rd in another huge Junior Stakes under judge Mr H Van den Berg
03 September 2006
Today we went to Woolsingham Canine Society Open show, once again Zac was awarded Best of Breed and also Group 4. The judge was Mr Mike Gilchrist
02 September 2006
Today we went to City of Birmingham Championship Show under judge Ann Arch - she awarded Zac 3rd in Junior dog, to end the day Zac was awarded 2nd in a huge Pet Plan Junior Stakes class under judge Brenda Banbury
27 August 2006
Today we went to SKC Championship show, once again, a successful day, Zac was awarded 2nd in Junior then went on to win the Special Yearling class. Today's judge was Mrs Delia Sarson (Swanpool).
03 August 2006
Today we received our certificate from the Kennel Club to confirm that Zac has been awarded his Junior Warrant and also his Stud Book Number. After careful consideration we have decided that we should let others have a chance at the Open shows and Zac will be campaigned only at selective Open Shows and we will concentrate on Championship Shows alone. We are justifiably proud of the success this youngster has achieved to date - especially as he is only 15 months old - and are proud to say that in his 9 months of being shown he has achieved more in this short time than what quite a few established exhibitors have achieved in a life time ! Records speak for themselves don't they !
29th July 2006
Today we went to Alnwick Canine Society and once again Zac won both of his classes, went Best of Breed and also won the Working group - the judge for today was Linda Peirson (Kiltondale)
24th July 2006
Today we had a truly memorable day at Leeds Championship Show. After winning a very good Junior Dog class, Zac was awarded the RCC ! This was from breed specialist - judge breed specialist David Butcher. Our utmost thanks to both the judge and the other exhibitors for the many congratulations. To end the day Zac was also awarded 1st place in the Pet Plan Junior Stakes and came runner up in the dogs. Many thanks to the judge Mrs S Sadler.
22nd July 2006
Today we went to Cleveland County Show under judge Mrs Barker (Rikov). Zak once again won Best of Breed and was short-listed to the last 8 for Best In Show. This win today gives him his final points for his Junior Warrant and therefore gives him his stood book number and makes him Crufts Qualified for Life. Zac will now been officially titled Mayoss Duesenberg at Mobox JW (ShCM)
17th July 2006
Today we went to Durham County Canine Society where Cooper was declared Best of Breed and 2nd in the Working Group. Today's judge was Mrs Fitzgibbon
16th July 2006
Today we went to Harrogate Canine Society, Zac won both of his breed classes and also Best of Breed under judge Mrs Pauline Clough. As this show was not judged on the group system, judge Liz Cartledge shortlisted him down many times and he eventually ended up as BEST IN SHOW.
9th July 2006
Today we made the very long trip down to South Wales KA Championship Show under breed specialist - judge Mrs N Taylor. Zac won Junior dog and gained a very respectable 2nd in Graduate - despite being by far the youngest in the class and beaten only by the RCC winner. Cooper also had a day out and out of a star studded class of 14, all of which were either Champions, CC &/or RCC winners he was awarded 4th place.
1st July 2006
Today we went to Eston & Barnaby Canine Society, after winning Newfoundland Open, Zac was then declared Best of Bred and Best in Group under judge Mr BM Webb (Mauraine), following this he was declared Reserve BEST IN SHOW under Mrs L Webb (Mauraine). This is Zac's 10th 'In Show' award and he is still, not even 15 months old !!
The judge said.... "made an immediate impact when he entered the ring displaying balance and strength with a wonderful gentle temperament. Super broad massive head and square muzzle. Good eyes, ears and mouth. Strong net set on well on shoulders, straight forelegs on massive bone, broad back with level topline, strong sound hindquarters, good tail position. Moved very well with free gaiting, very impressive" (Mrs L Webb)
25th June 2006.
Two shows in a week this week, first of all we went down to Cheshire County Show under Robin Newhouse where Zac came home with 3 firsts, the same week at Blackpool Championship Show he was awarded 3rd in a very good junior class under judge Marion Spavin. To end the day he won 2nd in a very large Junior Stakes class under Liz Stannard.
11th June 2006
Today we went to North East England Working & Pastoral Breeds Open Show. Zac won three classes, was declared Best Dog and Best of Breed under judge Mr Albert Wight. He then continued to shine (Despite the terrible heat) to be declared Best In Group under judge Mr Barry Hewart, and finally ended the day as BEST IN SHOW under Mr Albert Wight. We are quite honored to be in receipt of such an award from such a highly acclaimed judge - our sincerest thanks for thinking so highly of him.
The judge said..."Presented a lovely picture that caught the eye. Correct overall shape. Lovely head and expression. Had the correct angulation to front and rear. Terrific coat and omved with ease and reach" (Group judge Mr B Hewart)
The judge said... "I awarded BIS to a very smart Newfoundland, very promising black male with a super head, eyes and expression, really good neck, excelling in ribcage, loin and backline and he had terrific bone, legs and feet. Immaculately presented - he never put a foot wrong" (Breed and BIS judge Mr A Wight)
10th June 2006
Today we went to Darlington Canine Society Open Show. Zac was again declared Best of Breed and ended the day as working Group 2nd. The judge for today was Mrs K Howarth
29th May 2006
Today we went to Northumberland County Canine Society and ended what we can only describe as a wonderful weekend ! Not only did Zac win Best of Breed, he was also Best In Group and once again RESERVE BEST IN SHOW. The judge for today was Mr D McGarry. 2 days in a row - we are very proud of him !
The judge said.. "Attractive young Newfoundland. Good head and expression. Correct shoulder and rib, good legs and feet. Well balanced and a very sound mover" (BIS judge Mr D McGarry
28th May 2006
Today we went to Edwinstowe Canine Society and had another wonderful day with Zac. Not only did he win all 3 of his breed classes, he also took Best of Breed and Best in Group under judge Mr F Whitfield - he ended the day as RESERVE BEST IN SHOW - this under world famous judge Mr R Baliss (Vantonia). Our sincere thanks to both judges. This win has now given Zac his final points (and a few more !) to his Show Certificate of Merit.
The judge said.. "Big impressive young dog, black, massive head, well boned, webbed feet, very well coated and immaculately presented, moved freely and fully deserved his BOB and later RBIS" (Breed and Group judge Mr F Whitfield)
22nd May 2006
Today we went to SKC Championship Show - Zac won a very respectable 3rd under Jeff Luscott.
14th May 2006
Today we went to Birmingham National Championship Show under judge Mr John McManus. Zac won a very credible 2nd from an entry of 11 (and being one of the younger members of the class), whilst Cooper won a very good 3rd place (14 entries) in open dog.
06 May 2006
Today we went to Seaham CS under judge Mr J Purnell - and today Mobox came back with 2 Best of Breeds - one with Zac and the second with Cameron. Well done Claire on doing such a fantastic job !
23rd April 2006
Today we attended Sunderland Canine Society Open Show and once again Zac was declared Best of Breed, this time under replacement judge Mr Martin Philips (Jaeva). We represented the breed in the group under Zac & Coopers breeder John Burrows (Mayoss) although this was under strict understanding from ourselves and John that in no way was Zac competing for any award.
9th April 2006
Today Zac ended his puppy career in fabulous style. Today at Consett CS he was once again the breeds Best of Breed and Best Puppy in Breed winner, he continued with the Working Puppy Group and ended the day as BEST PUPPY IN SHOW. Our sincere thanks to Mr M Theaker (Huskidoo) breed & group and Mrs M Thompson (Kitadoo) BPIS, for ending Zac's puppy career in style. We are justifiably proud of our babies success and proud that he has won Best Puppy In Show 2 days in a row. Our utmost thanks to the committee from the show for their welcomed support.
The judge said.. "Beautiful double coat of coarse texture. Noble appearance and massive bone throughout. Straight forelegs and elbows tight to chest. Body well ribbed. Broad loins and strong rear quarters for a baby Lovely rolling wait with free action" (BPIS judge Mrs M Thompson)
8th April 2006
Today we went to Penrith Canine Society under judge Mr F Whitfield. Zac had a wonderful day winning Best of Breed, Best Puppy in Breed, was shortlisted to the last 4 for Best in Show and once again won BEST PUPPY IN SHOW.
The judge said.. "Almost 12 months, grand head, dark eyes, good mouth, well angulated, excellent coat and tail, moved with drive. BPIS"
2nd April 2006
Today we went to Birtley Canine Society under judge Mr B Croft. Zac went Best of Breed, Best Puppy in Breed, 2nd in the Working Group and 2nd in the Working Puppy Group.
The judge said: ... A puppy of great promise. Lovely quality, massive head, excellent eye, bite and pigment. Strong neck, good shoulders, excellent bone and feet, deep chest, strong topline, big quarters. In excellent jacket and condition, free easy action, looked so good in profile such an eye catching outline. Superbly handled.
1st April 2006
Today we went to the Northern Newfoundland Club Championship Show. Zac won a very respectable 2nd behind his breeder with his litter brother. Today's judge was Mrs Anne Springthore (Millthorpe)
19th March 2006
Following on from our fantastic success at Crufts, Zac has continued his wining way. Today we went to Newton Aycliffe Canine Society and he won Best of Breed, Best Puppy in Breed, 2nd in the Working Group and Best Puppy in Group under highly respected judge Mrs Liz Dunhill (Vormund / Fantasa). To end the day in style he also went BEST PUPPY IN SHOW under gundog judge Mr C Bexton. Our utmost thanks to both judges and to fellow exhibitors who joined us for cake at the show to celebrate Zac's wonderful achievements.
The judge (Mr C Bexton) said:... What a stunning puppy, I just loved the size and shape of this masculine dog, good depth and width of head and balanced muzzle, superb eye and expression, good ear set to complete the picture, very good reach of neck, with good arch, correct topline and tailset, strong bone, excellent spring of rib, shown and presented in beautiful coat. Moved so very well covering the ground with a significant free striding gait, looked a joy in profile. What a future this young male must have.
9th March 2006
Today we went to Crufts Dog Show - the largest dog show in the World ! Zak won a lovely Special Puppy Class and was declared . This win has also qualified him for the AKC / Eukanuba National Championships in California, USA for 2006 & 2007. We are absolutely delighted with this win and thank judge Mrs S Garner for this award.
4th March 2006
Today we went to South West Durham Canine Society under judge Mr Thomas (Richjoy), Zac went Best of Breed, Best Puppy In Breed, 4th in the Working Group and 1st in the Working Puppy Group.
The judge said.. "Still only a babe. Jet black and presented well. Very promising dog. Good head, lovely bone. Good topline"
26th February 2006
Today we went to Easington & Peterlee CS - Cooper joined us for a day out and came home with Best of Breed and once again won the Working Group. Not to be outdone, Zac came home with Best Puppy in Breed and also 2nd in the Working Puppy Group. Today's judges were Mrs P Parkes (breed) and Mrs S Searle (group)
The judges said (Mrs Parkes): ... Well developed dog of good size and type. Well balanced with good bone. Good head with gentle expression. Strong neck well set on. Broad level back and well coated tail. Strong muscular quarters with correct webbed feet. Coat coarse and dense. [Cooper]
Mrs Searle said.... Lovely size dog with good head, bone, well off for substance, shown in excellent coat and body condition, moved steadily and very soundly. [Cooper]
and also... Lovely headed puppy, well grown, good bone, again shown in immaculate condition, moved really well - one to watch [Zac]
19th February 2006
Today we went to Jarrow & Hebburn Canine Society - todays judge was Jean Bloomfield - Zac won Best Puppy in Breed, Reserve Best of Breed and 4th in the Working puppy Group.
12th February 2006
Today we went to Whitley Bay Canine Society - Zac once again did us very proud. He went Best Puppy in Breed, Best Puppy in Group then ended the day at Reserve Best Puppy in Show. Well done to our up and coming star !!
28th January 2006
Today we went to the Northern Dog Society show - Cooper went Best of Breed and 2nd in the Working Group, while Zac went Best Puppy in Breed and again won the working puppy group. Todays judge was Mrs Irene McManus.
21st January 2006
Today we went to Manchester Championship Dog Show under breed judge Mr Warwick Winston (Highfoo) - Zac again qualified for Crufts 2006 with 2nd place in Puppy Dog from an entry of 11.
18th January 2006
Today we went to Houghton Le Spring Canine Society - Zac won Best of Breed, Best Puppy in Breed, Working Group 4 and once again the Working Puppy Group. Todays judge was Mrs M Glover Guest (Doonledge).
The judge said... only 9 months but won on his sounder movement, well boned youngster, lovely head and expression, nice deep chest and gave the desired appearance of a powerful animal, should have a bright future.
8th January 2006
Today we went to Billingham Synthonia Canine Show - Cooper went Best of Breed and Working Group 3rd under judge Mrs Sue Pollock-Yule. Zac won Best Puppy in Breed, Best Puppy in Group then ended the day as BEST PUPPY IN SHOW !! the judge was Mr D Bell.
The judge said:.. One who always looks good, well handled and put down in immaculate condition. Mature dog of presence and in excellent coat. Good front, topline and quarters, nice free and easy mover. [Cooper]
and also.... Lovely 8 month old puppy dog, Excellent head and eye, very good forehand, well laid shoulders, broad croup and strong quarters, moved freely. Made him BPIG and pleased to see him go BPIS [Zac]
28th December 2005
Today we went to Spennymoor and District Canine Society - Zac won Best of Breed, Best Puppy In Breed, 2nd in the Working Group then 2nd in the Working Puppy Group. Todays judge was Mrs M Gatheral (Of Herds)
18th December 2005
Today we went to Sunderland Canine Society Show - Cooper went one better than last week with Best of Breed and Best in Group under Miss Jane Donaldson then topped the day with another BEST IN SHOW !! This time under gundog/terrier judge Mr Robert Harrison.
Zac showed his socks off for Best Puppy In Breed then 2nd in the Working Puppy Group, we also took Cameron for a day out and he too came home with Best of Breed.
The judge said... complete scissor bit, correct clean cut square head with well set eyes, good neck set on well laid shoulders good depth of chest and well sprung ribs, good topline and underline, well angulated front and rear, well muscled, correct coat and undercoat, really well presented, moves freely with drive. G1 pleased to see him go Best In Show [Cooper]
and also.. 3 years, lively character with correct bite and jaw line well balanced head with good dark eyes with lively expression, strong clean cut neck, good shoulders, good chest of correct depth. correct square body with correct topline, well angulated, correct muscle tone throughout, strong powerful movement with good drive [Cameron]
11th December 2005
Today we went to Newton Aycliffe Canine Society Open Show - Cooper stole the show with Best of Breed and the Working Group under judge Mr D Roe (Sunshoo), Zac, not be outdone, was again Best Puppy in Breed and 3rd in the Working Puppy Group - he also went Reserve Best Minor Puppy In Show.
9th December 2005
Today we went to LKA Championship show under breed judge Lucy Stephenson (Culnor), Zac came home with 2nd place in Minor Puppy Dog and was also short-listed to the final 9 out of an entry of 72 dogs in the Purina Pro Plan Puppy Stakes under David Guy
27th November 2005
Today we went to Prudhoe & District Canine Society - Cooper won Best of Breed and 2nd in the Working Group, Zak won Best Puppy In Breed and 4th in the Working Puppy Group - Todays judge was Mr David Robbins (Chenting)
The judge said:... Soft expression, good eye and bite, excellent rib and body, in full bloom, moved with drive, super confirmation
20th November 2005
Today, Zak went to Cleveland Dog Show - he came home with 1st AVWNSC Puppy, Best NSC, Best NSC Puppy, Working Group 4th and 2nd in the Working Puppy Group - The judge today was Mrs Lorraine Webb (Mauraine)
The judge said... 6 months Newfoundland male, lovely exhibit, full of quality and type, very appealing and so steady for one so young, one I will think will have a very bright future. Beautiful head and expression, excellent bone and sound confirmation, in very good coat, when asked to moved went around the ring as if he had done it every day, a very nice baby indeed.
19th November 2005
Today Zak went to Ashington & District Canine Society Open Show - he won Best of Breed, Best Puppy in Breed and 2nd in the Working Puppy Group, todays judge was Mr Graham Cruze (Monterez)
6th November 2005
Today we went to the Working & Pastoral Breeds of Scotland Championship Show - Zak came home with 2nd in Puppy Dog (there was no minor puppy class), this was under breed judge Miss V Chadwick. We stayed for the puppy stakes and came home with First Prize !! The judge for the stakes was Mr Robin Newhouse (Annecy), another excellent performance by our little star !!
The judge (breed) said... at 6 months most promising, good tight dark eye, head developing nicely
23rd October 2005
Today we went to Chester-Le-Street Canine Society Open show, Cooper went Best of Breed and 3rd in the Working Group. Zak, showed his socks off, winning Reserve Best of Breed, Best Puppy In Breed and 1st in the Working Puppy Group ! Another excellent performance all round. Todays judges were Miss Jennifer Caden (breed) and Mrs K Bird (Group)
The judge said... most impressive male in good coat, good large head, well shaped eyes, good bone, moved with correct gait
13th October 2005
Today we went to Driffield Championship Show and Zak won 2nd in Puppy Dog - and qualified for Crufts on his first attempt - he made a very good debut and we are very proud of him. Cooper was 5th in Open Dog. The judge for today was Mary Pitcher
9th October 2005
Today we had both Cooper and Zak at Whitley Bay Canine Society Open Show - Cooper won 1st in Newfoundland Open, Best of Breed, 1st in Working Group and Best In Show, from Championship Show Judge Mr M Casling (Meranne). At the same show Zak was 2nd behind Cooper, Best Puppy In Breed and 4th Working Puppy Group. We are so very proud of both boys - Cooper for once again stealing the show and Zak for making a very successful debut !
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