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***BGV Club Shows 21st March 2026 information*** We have been contacted by the RKC regarding the parking at the Stoneleigh venue. Cars not parked in the correct designated areas will be asked to move. Please be considerate when parking in the exhibitors car park to maximise capacity. There is a map of the parking areas in the pictures.The venue will be open from 08.00 and there will be strictly no entry before this time.No chalk or white powder products are to be used in the venue. The order of judging and layout of the show are in the pictures.Please bring cash or have the facility to complete a bank transfer for food, refreshments and raffle tickets.Donations of raffle prizes always welcome.Have fun and good luck.Sample text.
BGV Club Shows 2026 Joint Open and Championship Show, Saturday 21st March Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh Summary of entries; GBGV; 22 (9 Dogs 13 Bitches)Judge Hilary Male (Malenbrook)PBGV: 46 (23 Dogs 23 Bitches)Judge Robert Dunlop (Habiba) BGV Club Championship Show 21st March summary of entries;StakesGBGV; 11PBGV; 14Judge Maisie Allenby (Rangali) Breed JudgingGBGV; 21 (9 Dogs 12 Bitches)Judge John Thirlwell (Ferndel)PBGV; 50 (27 Dogs 23 Bitches)Judge Heidi Allenby (Rangali) Junior Handling 6-11 Years; 112-16 Years; 2Judge PAM ALDOUS-TOWN (SWEETDEAN)
I am deeply saddened to report the recent passing of our BGV Club Vice Chairman, Peter Marks. For many years Peter has been dedicated to the Club and devoted to the breeds we represent. He was a true gentleman with great knowledge, compassion and integrity. Always dependable to offer an honest, ethical and impartial opinion in the most challenging situations. Our thoughts and most sincere sympathy are with Val, family and friends. His loss will be felt immensely by the Committee and everyone who knew him. He will be dearly missed. **Livestream information for Peter's funeral** https://watch.obitus.com/login Username; nezi1285Password; 258742Michael MacLaren BGV Club Chairman
Peter's funeral service will be held at South Oxfordshire Crematorium, Garford, OX13 5PA on Tuesday 20th January at 10:00am. The family invite anyone who knew Peter to attend and they hope you can join them after the service to share stories and happy memories of his colourful life and character.Edward Carter Funeral Directors MARKS - Richard "Peter"Peacefully on 4th January 2026, aged 86 years. Much loved partner of Valerie, dearly loved dad of Jacqui, Sian and Andy. A loved 'grampy Pete' of Curtis and Ryan and a beloved brother and uncle. Funeral Service at South Oxfordshire Crematorium on Tuesday 20th January at 10:00am. Flowers, or donations if desired for memorial trees and/or the Royal British Legion. Donations can be sent c/o Edward Carter Funeral Directors, 107 South Avenue, Abingdon, OX14 1QS. Enquiries to 01235 528293
NOTICE OF AGM Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Basset Griffon Vendéen Club To be held at Haughton Village Hall, Newport Road, Haughton, ST18 9HB *** 11am, Saturday 18th April 2026 *** Refreshments will be available ELECTION OF TREASURER AND COMMITTEE Treasurer: Mr C Makey is retiring under Rule 4(ii) and offers himself for re-election. He needs neither proposing nor seconding.Committee: Committee members retiring under Rule 4(i) and offering themselves for re-election are Mrs Lizzie Cadmore, Mrs Claire Gilluley, Ms Kathryn Moulding, Mrs Joan Robertson. They need neither proposing nor seconding. There is one additional vacancy following the passing of Mr. Peter Marks.Nominations: Nominations for Treasurer and Committee should be proposed, seconded and signed by fully paid up members of the Club, all of three years standing (Rule 5(i)). Each nomination should include the nominee’s written consent and signature, together with a brief resumé of relevant experience. These must be received by the Secretary by post (NOT e-mailed) by 14th March 2026. If there are more nominations than vacancies, an electronic ballot of members (postal if no email) will be held and the results declared at the Annual General Meeting. AGENDA ITEMS Items for the agenda should be proposed and seconded and must be submitted by post reaching the Secretary by 21st March 2026 at the latest.The Agenda will be available from the Secretary, upon request from 4th April 2026. IMPORTANT REMINDER: IF 2026 SUBSCRIPTIONS WERE NOT PAID BY 31 JANUARY THERE WILL BE NO ENTITLEMENT TO VOTE
Breed Notes compiled by Lizzie Cadmore 11/3/26 PBGV Fresh from her trip to Westminster in New York where she won the breed, Am & Cro Ch Black Majesty Some Say (Orsay des Terres du Templier x Black Majesty New York), owned by Iva Raic, certainly made her mark in PBGV history by becoming one of, if not the most successful dog, in our breed. Last year she took the top spot at the World Dog Show, and this year she’s added Reserve Best in Show at Crufts to her impressive record. Winning the BCC & BOB under breed judge Jeff Horswell, she then topped the group under Phil Freer later that evening, who had judged her last summer at the World Dog Show, giving her the breed win there. On Sunday evening she returned to the green carpet to take the RBIS spot under FCI president Tamas Jakkel and once again showed the world how fun and amazing our breed is. A big congratulations to Iva and her team who are constantly by her side. Continuing Crufts breed results now and it certainly was an international day. The DCC from Jeff Horswell went to Int Ch Aldia Dik Dejl Dk/Ir/UK Ch Soletrader Pat on the Back х Switherland Aldia Crystal), owned by Vasif Agaev, with the RDCC going to the Icelandic male Made U Look Big Apple Bonanza (Ice Ch Soletrader Times Square x Black Majesty New York), owned by Karen Ösp Guðbjartsdóttir. The RBCC was bred and co-owned in the Netherlands, but has recently spent time in the UK, and this went to Anouk Huikeshoven & Heidi Allenby’s Jour Apres Jour Twice As Nice (Aust Sup Ch & UK Ch Dance Monkey v Tum-Tums Vriendjes x Erylan Feronia Dans La Faune). Best Veteran was Switherland Aldia Crystal (Ch Soletrader Magic Mike x Pol Ch & Ch Irma Podkoldernik Jadowity), also owned by Vasif Agaev, with Best Puppy going to Soletrader Sybil Fawlty (Ch Soletrader Happy As Larry x Ch Soletrader Cotton Candy), owned by Lizzie Cadmore. A big thank you to all of those who volunteered their time for the Discover Dogs stand over the show. I’m sure after Fridays result it was rather busy over the weekend with potential puppy people asking the right questions. Some overseas results as usual. In Lithuania at their International show, After Me In The Spotlight (Taglines Grab A Summer Classic x Fin Ch After Me Check This Out), owned by Kristina Bergstrom & Oona Sukander, came away with a group win and another title to add to his name. In Australia at the Lake Macquarie ABKC in NSW, Ch Tumtums Starry Night (Aust Sup Ch & UK Ch Dance Monkey v Tum-Tums Vriendjes x Penny Lane v Tum-Tums Vriendjes), owned by Kristina Bardsley, was Runner Up in Group on Saturday. In Queensland at the Ipswich KC, Amanda Cooney & Caryn West’s Aust Ch Bondestin Front Page News (Aust Ch Bonhaven Northern Angel x Bondestin So Wat Ima Rockstar), was Australian Bred in Group. In Texas, USA, at the San Antonio KC, GCh Trio's Bridgerton at Rosewood (GChS Soletrader Dean Martin x GChS Mirepoix’s Dubble Bubble), owned by Tiffany Cannon and Clint & Karen Livingston, was Group 2 on Sunday. In Wilmington, Ohio, Ch Stellar With Love, From California (Ch Mirepoix's Eton Mess Pudding x Ch M&M Stellar You're So Vain), owned by Anna Gracie & Janice Hayes, was Group 4 on Saturday. GBGV As promised a Crufts round up just for the Grands! Linda Mackenzie was the judge this year and she found her Best of Breed in her BCC winner, Anita Roberts’ Tarmachan D'ora Ligure (Ch Macaroni v Tum-Tums Vriendjes of Tarmachan (Imp Nld) x Ch Tarmachan Ice Diamond), handled by Claire Cooper. The RBCC went to the Best Puppy, Tiara Dusza Lesna At Arapelo (Imp Pol) (Boschendal De Bucamie x Pol Ch Princess Previa Z Chybowego Gniazda), owned by Karen Bayliss. DCC, giving him his title was Jayanel Alfabeti Spageti (Ch Macaroni v Tum-Tums Vriendjes of Tarmachan (Imp Nld) x Ch Jayanel Peppermint Patty), owned by Katherine Collier, also handled by Claire Cooper, with the RDCC going to Tarmachan Mac Talla (Ch Macaroni v Tum-Tums Vriendjes of Tarmachan (Imp Nld) x Ch Tarmachan Miss Impatiens), owned by Fiona Buchanan and Michael MacLaren. Colin & Ann Makey’s Multi Ch Gairside Good Lord (Can Can v Tum-Tums Vriendjes Debucher x Ch Gairside Sans Souci) was Best Veteran. For full class results for Petits and Grands please follow this link: https://www.fossedata.co.uk/show-results/crufts/2026.aspx A big congratulations to all of those in the placings and off we go to the BGV Club show next weekend!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION THE BGV CLUB HAVE A NEW MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Membership Secretary: Mrs Fiona Morris, Hermitage, Mount Pleasant, DUNS, Berwickshire, TD11 3HU Tel: 07971 406817 Email: bgvmembershipsecretary@gmail.com Membership Renewals As the renewal period is now upon us, this is a gentle reminder that annual subscriptions are due by 31st January 2025. Renewing by this date ensures you retain your voting rights, as we want to ensure your voice is heard! For members submitting renewal fees by post, please forward all cheques to Fiona at the address listed above. For those renewing via online banking, the Club’s details are as follows: Account Name: Basset Griffon Vendéen ClubSort Code: 40-39-07Account Number: 11573128Bank: HSBC Please quote reference: “your name + MEMBERSHIP” e.g. J Smith MEMBERSHIP For ease of annual renewal, please consider setting up a Standing Order.
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