English Golden Retrievers In France

Local show this week – so no long car rides for us all – Great! Different show – different judge and where Lace last week at the French Crufts won her class – this week the judge gave her a 2nd excellent, but she enjoyed herself and that’s the important thing.

The Laird did what he normally does and won a 1st Excellent. I’m really proud of him – he’s going to have the girls fighting over him when his hip score is back! He’s already had a number of enquires for stud I’m pleased to say.

This week I also took Rowan and Grace with me. Rowan scored an Excellent – I’m very happy with that as she could do with a little more coat. Grace – looking lovely in her ballgown pleased the judge; who said she is in perfect physical condition, giving her a 2nd Excellent – not bad for a 12 year old!!

Finally the day had arrived – Champoinnat de France – France’s Crufts. This year it was held in Paris, so i expected a few traffic issues! With only 5 minutes to spare we arrived. With no time to even brush her coat Lace and I entered the ring. It didn’t matter to Lace – she performed – winning her class! WONDERFUL!!

With a little time to gather our thoughts it was then The Laird’s turn. He wasn’t going to miss out and came second in his class! This was turning out to be a special day!

Next up it was Rowan’s turn and she rounded of the day with receiving an ‘Excellent’ grading!

It was a long way to go but was it worth it?

You bet it was!!