We spent the weekend in Karlsruhe for Baxter's first round of shows in the more "adult" classes. In addition, Freddie came along to receive an adult rating (his only other shows were at 15 months in Jugend class). We wanted to get Fred a rating in a Katalog show since Simon would like to try and put a Gebrauchssieger title on him eventually and a rating of at least SG/sehr gut is required. The exhibition hall in Karlsruhe was large and bright and airy, though a bit cold today, and it was nice to see old show friends. Overall, it was a very successful trip. Both boys received an Excellent 1 rating and VDH-CAC on Saturday in their respective classes (intermediate and working) and we were elated. This means that Baxter has "started" his German VDH championship (he needs 5 VDH-CACs) and the minimum amount of time to the title is in 1 year. Freddie was a complete shock as he is not a show dog, as I have mentioned in the past. What we didn't know is that the judge on Saturday has a soft spot for brown wires. :)
All in all, a nice weekend.
Sounds like you guys had a blast over in Germany! But please... please... post some photos of the doggies! :)
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Tootsie
Hi Tootsie! I know my posts have been lacking pictures lately! Sorry about that. I promise that there are more photos coming from our recent Italian adventure. :) Thanks for reading about my boys!
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