Yes thanks, he did.

Yesterday’s blog reminded a couple of people about Frodo (the Glen of Imaal Terrier in rescue). Frodo was placed with somebody who already has a Glen and his name is now Finley. Things are looking great so thanks for asking.

…but where from?

Over the past few weeks many in the Glen of Imaal Terrier world have been horrified at the extensive online advertising of a Glen crossbred litter. There have been many questions about it but one of the main ones has been “but where has the Glen come from?”

It’s an easy question to answer. The breed has grown far more than anybody really comprehends. In the UK and Ireland there is quite a Glen community not really known to the larger pedigree orientated world. It’s rather amusing, when reading one “selling” site, to see Glens described as very rare when there are more than a page of adverts all offering the breed. Admittedly when looking at the photographs it appears that some may be Glens only in the seller’s imagination but it won’t matter to the bulk of any perspective buyers…they’ll have a Glen.

Just an as example Glen Services have been involved with three Glen rehomes in the past month. Two of the three were shipped over from Ireland in a supposed “save the pound dogs” rescue. Truly remarkable that, if they were pound dogs, there was somebody connected to the organisation that could identify the breed and before you ask it….yes they were Glens. Services, when notified by a concerned person, offered any assistance but was told there was no need and they would be easily sold-apologies for using that word as sold is never mentioned by the organisation that had them-and they since have been. Are you thinking non-spayed bitches? Buy a lottery ticket at the next draw as your psychic ability is obviously working overtime.

The thing though is, was the Glen crossbreed litter genuine? There were remarkably similar photographs used on different adverts for different “breeds” and the header had a “d” in the title; it was genuinely not realised by more than one person that “doodles” is something put into many internet search engines now. Putting the name of a recognised breed into crossbred mutts isn’t new but the idea, in the UK at least, of including a Glen is. This though has been around for quite a while in America

If you ever feel life is passing you by…..

……don’t read this for a few months.

Bath Championship Show schedule is already up on Higham Press. Terrier Day is the 23rd May 2014 and Glen of Imaal Terriers are to be judged by Tom Johnson.

And still we keep showing!

Late October but Glen of Imaal Terrier folk are still out and about. At the two weekend shows at the Delaware Ohio Kennel Club GCH Daulton’s Emerald Green was BOB on both days. In Finland Lahti Gleann Una Noonan was BOB with Rosears Humpty Dumpty BOS. Midland Counties saw Brockland Brayhead Lad get the nod for BOB with Romainville Jean Genie BOS.

Not the usual photo but an action shot of the Best Puppy (Romainville Call Me Ace) at Midland Counties.

 

and following on from….

The 26th September “Cat Amongst The Pigeons” certainly caused interest but some said it was a bit “assuming” that everybody reading was up at a certain understanding and, if new to Glen of Imaal Terriers, or dogs in general you wouldn’t really know what it was on about. Of course we appreciate everybody has to start somewhere so this is a good beginning.

2014 Glen of Imaal Terrier calendar

The Glen of Imaal Terrier Club of America celebrates health for its 2014 calendar and for the cover shot they dug through the archives back to the 1999 Specialty. A year the EFG was there on a “Factfinder” so do you recognise anybody?

All the dogs featured on the inside of the calendar are Glens whose owners have followed the recommended health testing protocols for the breed and there are some lovely photographs.

If you fancy it for 2014-or as a present for somebody-it’s easy to obtain.

In case you haven’t noticed…..

The Glen of Imaal Terrier Enthusiasts & Fanciers Club has a new website. It’s obviously a work in progress with things to be added once ratification happens at the AGM. Do note that the full criteria for the judges list is on there along with a downloadable application form (which can be sent electronically) so there is no excuse if you want/think you should be included!

This is the first site the EFG have had that is optimised for mobile viewing etc. (initial feedback gives it high satisfaction ratings) but we need to know if it doesn’t work for your operating system.

Just what size are we?

Sooner or later Glen of Imaal Terrier people always get round to discussing the size of their animals; its our national sport. Thing is though how big are we as a group? As a country? As a continent? Worldwide? There’s a quick survey being done online so why not fill it in?

South Wales Kennel Association critique

GLEN OF IMAAL TERRIERS

My first time of giving tickets, a daunting prospect when one competes with others on a regular basis.  The thoughts that one has to make comments on the dogs you see many times over the years. However, thanks has to go to South Wales Kennel Association for giving me the opportunity and to the exhibitors for the entries.

Firstly a pleasing line up; hands on reveals things you cannot see from the ringside. The dogs on the whole were okay. Mouths much improved.  Where is the condition going? We know road walking is not always easy but whilst some have great strength on the back end the fronts need more attention – some power needs to come through. We need to watch our breeding, look at what is out there and think, too long, too low, taller?, The dogs  varying but on the whole proved again each one had its good points. The bitches had a good line up, many will be of breed able age soon. Look around before you decide. We need better heads, Tails, again watch what is being produced, this will run for a while as we have not got that overall view yet finalised on what tails should be. They differ quite a lot and it seemed best to overlook those present, though on balance most were alright. We just need to monitor in our minds what we want.  I have lived with tails for longer than most and accept them but there is still a preference, but that is another subject.

Coats varied a great deal, stripping for some brought the subject of, this show, Xmas show, they were all tidy and whether been stripped and new coat showing through or coat in excellent condition they were clean and a pleasure to go over, thank you.

 

Puppy Dog/Junior Dog No entries

PGD (1)  1^st: Pajantick Star Trooper, everything to like about this 17month youngster. Head of width and good muzzle, excellent bite, dark eye of kind expression. Depth of rib, bend of stifle and sufficient muscle tone .Has a lot of promise when matures out, still young yet. Moved slightly close behind but much improved on the challenge with better drive. Having a lively presence, enjoying his day so earning him RCC.

LD (1)1^st Romainville Billy Wizz, Overall conformation good with adequate angulation, well ribbed. Nice dark eye, mouth sufficient, good ear carriage. Moved well both ways with drive. Decent coat with texture. He has much to give.

OD (3) 1 abs. 1st Romainville Typhoon. Nearly 6yrs old and proving Glens do improve with age. Now coming into his best with good hard coat condition and texture. Overall body carrying strength and muscle, moving well both out and back. Head of strength, good back skull and keen eye. Nice turn of stifle, good second thigh, deserved DCC. He just now needs to get that enthusiasm to take him further, he could learn a lot from the following dog.

2^nd Ch Johnny Be Good at Romainville. So much to like about this Glen and so much showmanship for the breed. Presented in excellent coat, balanced, top condition, excellent in profile, beautiful nature and quite a promoter for the glens. However, standing today against a dog of quality just lost out in head. He will still capture many hearts. His young handler brought the showmanship out in presentation and movement, so well done, keep it up.

VD(1) 1st Ch/Int Ch Brockland Brayhead Lad. Admired this dog for a long time. Again lots to like, well balanced, good coat. General muscle tone very good, depth of rib and well rear muscles. Just starting to show his years against his younger rivals. Another glen who has represented the breed so well & can still give a good account of himself. We need the older dogs in the ring, they give a lot to the breed and deserve their place in the honours. Still giving many younger Glens a run for their money.

PB (1)1st Romainville Rock on Ruby. 11months and stood alone. Did enough to take BP but for me longer in body and already looking rangy in height. However, coat in condition, presented well. Needs time now for head to come on. Good angulation, well bodied, moved well though slightly haywire at times.

JB(1)1st Ellerton Dusky Beauty. Ratio of body and length good. Good solid head with great expression and good teeth and jaw. Ears need to settle. Eyes dark giving a keen expression. Did not settle too well on the move but when she did, she moved with positive drive. Coat not at the best and obviously took points away. She could follow in her father’s footsteps has that promise.

PGB(2) 1st Romainville Moira. Excellent coat type, good mouth. Front perhaps fine of bone, needing more muscle. Slightly straight in back end. Good depth of chest, sufficient head and good eye. Again a bitch that is improving with age and maturity.

LB(2) 1^st Bregorrey Madam Defiance. Real harsh coat in top condition, good topline. Movement excellent with drive and purpose and has that air of presence. Head, muzzle, eyes, good and very feminine expression. Hands on giving that feel of good hard solid muscle tone throughout. Smaller bitch with excellent type and lots to offer. A bright future. Happy to award BCC and BOB.

2^nd Romainville Ellie. Beaten on coat by one though still a good coat of quality coming through. Moving okay with plenty of drive. Head good, nice dark eye, good dentition, and excellent muscle. Went on to win challenge for RCC, a very close decision here in a very good line up of bitches.

OB (4) 2 abs. 1st Bregorrey Lady Belleisle.  Lovely head and expression, great coat. Front movement better and flowed round the ring. Very flashy bitch which carries a lot of Glens through but lacks that overall hard tone and muscle at the present time. Needs to mature and gain the substance of her sister. They will change places often.

2^nd Romainville Aoife at Pajantick.  Lost to No1 on movement. Coat excellent, adequate head with kind eye expression.. Conformation good with rise over loin and well balanced hindquarters. Again another quality bitch and so on another day.

Jean Rogers.

(Judge)

 

 

Glen of Imaal Terrier in Rescue.

This is a three year old male (castrated) Glen of Imaal Terrier looking for a new home. His ex-owner is older and cannot handle him. Nothing is yet really known of any likes or dislikes. No health testing has been done.

Obviously an experienced owner would be ideal so has anybody been secretly fancying a dog to keep their bitch company or an older dog because they don’t want a puppy? email Liz malsville@rbt-int.com