Yesterday I visited day one of the Belfast Champion Dog Show. It was my first experience of a dog show beyond sometimes watching Crufts on television. I went with my aunt and her sister, and we all really enjoyed it. The first thing we came across was an agility competition in full swing.
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A couple of rocket Collies!
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But there was plenty more to see - two buildings were the setting for many, many show dog classes. When we first went inside, we came across what should probably be called a flock of Bedlington Terriers.
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Further on, we saw the Golden Retrievers.
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A lovely Norwegian Elkhound.
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A Rhodesian Ridgeback
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The Dachshunds were also in attendance.
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A lady and her Manchester Terrier.
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A Rough Collie.
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Outside, the agility competition was still ongoing. Plenty of thrills and spills!
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No visit to my aunt's would be complete without taking a photo or two of Cousin Holly.
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Best in show in our hearts.
Wonderful, Ruth. Brilliant photos and a great account of our day
ReplyDeleteA wonderful set of pictures! The capture of the agility competitors over the jump especially skilful.
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