THE KENNEL.

Otago Witness, Issue 3556, 9 May 1922, Page 43

THE KENNEL.

By

Terror.

Fanoiesrs and breeders of dogs are cordially InSited to contribute to this column. “Terror” will endeavour to make this department as interesting and up-to-date as possible, but in order to do thi# he must have the co-operation of his readers, hence he trusts this invitation will be cheerfully responded to. —Mr J. B. White has disposed of an Irish terrier dog puppy by Red Start ex ch Red Riot to Mr James Fraser, of Dunedin. —This fancier has also mated his young Irish terrier bitch by Farndon Bandit ex ch Red Riot to Mr R. T. Hodgson’s Gonnagher Athenry. —Mr G. Bundy, Ashburton, sent down an Irish terrier bitch, Lady Maple, to Mr W. Henderson’s Farndon Bandit. —Mr R. T. Hodgson’s Connagher Clonburn was last week also mated to Farndon Bandit. —Mr J. B. Williams’ white poodle' has whelped five puppies, and all appear to be doing well. —Last week Mr Fuldseth left for his new home (Christchurch), to take charge of the Sydenham branch of the B. of N.Z., taking with him his smooth fox terrier dog Octave Bay, by Octavius (imp). —Mr F. Alexander has again mated his nice chocolate Pomeranian hitch to a Sydney dog now in Dunedin. —The Westminister Kennel Club’s. New York, show for dogs totalled 646 classes, and 2722 entries from 1803 dogs. Eight hundred and eighty-nine special prizes were provided. —The steps taken by the American Kennel Club in revoking the judge’s licence issued to dealers has culminated in action being brought in the law courts by one well-known dog judge, asking for a prohibition order against the club. Much interest has been aroused, and the Court’s final decision is eagerly awaited. —Mr Clement S. Turner winds up an article in ‘‘Our Dogs” (Australia), headed “Melbourne’s Oracle jagain” (referring to Hotspur’s Criticism of Mr Crabtree), with the remark: “It is notorious that no Victorian judge has a good opinion of another, and one cannot wonder that one who “towers” should get the pack on him. They are only mosquito bites, which a rub rubs out.”. —An exhibitor who is open to conviction, and who is a real sport will accept th© opinion of the man who “dons the ermine,” under whom he has placed his exhibit, as more likely to be correct than his own, since it is a more disinterested and presumably competent judgment. Whatever a dog may be at home, or before going into the ring, matters not. It is what he looks like at the crucial moment when the judge’s optic is on him that seals his fate and “relative” value.—Sporting Life. —The first thing necessary for success in the show ring is, of course, to own a good dog, the next to have the animal in good health and condition, and then to show it to the very best advantage. Even if the dog is entered for a show it is not advisable to show him if he is a bit “off” condition. Often a really topnotch dog has gone down and lost, a hardlygained reputation because ho was not shown in the “pink.” I n these times of keen competition there is nothing to give away on the count of condition, and it is prudent to miss the credit of a possible blue or purple rather than run any risk—Snort.ilie Life. SHEEP DOC TRIALS. Wanaka —May 17, 18, and 19. Albury—May 17 and 18. STRATII-TAIERI COLLIE DOG TRIALS. The Strath-Taieri Collie Club held its six teenth annual trials in a field lent by Mr Alex. M'Kmnon. The weather on the first day was nothing less than perfect, but the second day experienced a very high wind. The president and committee had all arrangements well in hand, and credit is.due°to them tor the successful way in which the trials were conducted. The Hon. R. Scott, of Kyeburn, officiated as judge, and gave every satisfaction. At the conclusion, 1 he judge complimented the competitors cm fie splendid class of dogs competing. The entries were very good, and splendid work was" done, especially by the dogs in the openhead. In the evening a well-attended social dance was held in the large A. and P. Hal!, when Fuller’s orchestra supplied an excellent programme of suitable music. Following are the results: OPEN HUNTAWAY. Fourteen entries—J. Stewart’s ltoy, 43 points, 1; B. Thompson’s Fly, 41, 2; D. Heffeman’s Sharp, 40, 3; D. Wilfiainson’e Bruce, 39, 4. DRIVING AND YARDING- Twenty-' six entries—J. Docherty’s Pip, 29 points, 1;

A. Matheson, jun., Joe, 27 2: R. Anderson’s Wiry, 26, 3; D. Heffiernan’s Help, 24, 4. MAIDEN' HEAD. Fifteen entries—E. J. Docherty’s Pip, 35 points, 1; J. Stewart’s Flo, 32 2; A. J. Guild’s Loss, 31, 3; J. Stewart’s Roy, 30, 4. OPEN lIBAD. Eighteen entries—R. Anderson’s Wiry, 45 points, 1- F, Mac Roe’s Speed, 42, 2; A. Matheson’e, jun., Joe, 41, 3D. Heffeman’s Help, 40, 4. ’ Special prizes were donated, and won as follows: —Tradesmen’s Cup: J. Stewart, 252 points. Clnb Cup: D. Heffeman, 98 points. Mr A. Matheson’s one guinea, for dog taking best care of cheep, was won by D. Williamson.. Mr C. Patterson, jnn.’s one guinea for dogs scoring the most points in classes 2 and 4 was won by R. Anderson! Mr D. Macßae’s guinea for maiden dog gaining most points was won by D. Williamson.