On Sunday 15^th May, for the second year running, the SOUTHERN GSD GROUP, affiliated to the GSD League of Great Britain, and a founder member of the GSDL/WUSV British Regional  Group, will be having a PUPPY JUNIOR EVENT, held under WUSV rules.  For full aims and objectives of the BRG go to our page on the www.gsdleague.co.uk

The event will be held at CARAKRIS KENNELS, 22, Sparrowhall Cottage, Leighton Road, Edlesborough, Bucks LU6 2ES, by kind permission of Brian & Carol McMurray

The PUPPY JUNIOR breed classes are for baby puppies from 4 months old up to 18 months old, with classes for both Standard coats and Long coats. 

It’s an ideal opportunity for training your babies for the ring – you will be given every encouragement to learn how to show your puppy WUSV style.  With dedicated double handling areas we ensure that our spectators and competitors alike are protected.  Don’t worry about not having a handler – there will be plenty of people only too willing to help you.  Judged by Craig Rice, GSD League Council member and handler of several dogs at the German Sieger 2010, Craig will be keen to help and advise as well as judge the babies. Oh, and all breed entrants will receive a commemorative medal together with a personalized grading card.

 There are Junior Handling classes for the Human Juniors too! (GSDs in these classes are not age restricted)  Judged by Linda Barclay of the Korzwin Kennels with  loads of prizes from our primary sponsors, Arden Grange

To ensure that the event demonstrates as fully as possible the capabilities of the GSD,  we will also have an opportunity for you to learn about Schutzhund and practice with Steve Havers of  Havers Dog Training free of charge.

You can earn your  Good Citizen Bronze award here too, with Steve Byfield of the GSD League judging.

And you can also get your GSD Breed Surveyed (must be over 18 months) under  the Breed Council scheme – ideal for those planning to enter the Adult Classes at the upcoming Regional Shows and the British Sieger.  Our surveyor this year is the well respected Terry Hannan of Jonimay kennels.

Mo Lakin (Mascani GSDs) will be available to microchip your dog – doesn’t have to be entered – for the very special price of £10

There will be home made cakes and other refreshments available at reasonable prices, with a lunch time barbecue.  You can support the initiative through this and the super Tombolas & Raffles that will be taking place.  We would also welcome class sponsors and trade stands.  Charity or Welfare stands are very welcome free of charge. 

In short, a cornucopia of German Shepherd activities for those who enjoy their dogs.  Last year this innovative event attracted an entry of 100 German Shepherds and was deemed to be one of the most enjoyable shows of the year.  We would like to welcome many more this year to help us bring the fun back into showing your GSD.  Spectators – human and canine – are welcome as long as your dog is healthy and has been vaccinated.  Parking and admission is free. 

If you want to know more you can contact Alyson Reilly 07711 195318 alysonr06@aol.com, or Carol Eastwood 01483 487296  antilligsd@aol.com

Schedules and entry forms can also be downloaded from:-  www.gsdleague.co.uk,  www.lararth.co.uk   & www.jaquenetta.com   Closing date for entries is 2^nd May.

If any publication wants photos of last year’s event, please contact Carol Eastwood for proofs.