Dwtc Show Sunday 29th July 12 At Feaghbridge Dog Track Coalisland Co T

[Margaret Mc Stay]

Feaghbridge Dog Track, is situated on the outskirts of Coalisland Co Tyrone, and lies on the shores of Lough Neagh This dog track is purpose built, and is primarily designed to be the ultimate test for the racing dog, whilst at the same time offering one of the safest tracks in the country for dogs to run on. Many champion racers over the years started their training at Feaghbridge, and went on to win their place in the history of the Canine world.. This was the venue on Sunday for the annual DWTC dog show .

The show started at approximately 12.30 noon with the racing first on the list. Although the rain poured down and very heavy at times in the afternoon, it did not dampen the spirits of the loyal canine followers. There was a large attendance at the show and ringside parking was provided. Showing started at 1.30pm. Here are some random results.

Childrens handling class.

Yesterday, every child was a winner. It was nice to see so many children in the ring, and was evident that this was not just a dog show, but a family dog show also. There were plenty of great up and coming dog handlers in the ring . It made little Poppy Mc Vittys day just to be in that ring with her dog, I immediately new this class was definately a winner, when I saw the smiles on her mother Terrys face, her grandmother Mandy Mc Vitty, and her grandfather Terence Metcalfe. Young Man, Liam Toner was also there, with one arm still in plaster, and the other arm just out of plaster. What a likeable child and a little chatterbox. Liam definitely enjoyed himself at the show yesterday. Keep the interest up Liam and get well soon. Kieran Neeson ( junior) was in their too with his new Whippet. What a beautiful Whippet and one proud wee man. I also saw Finbarr Leonard and Ethan Barry and Ethans sister, what lovely children. Daddy Leonard and Daddy Barry watch out. In another couple of years you will have some competition here with these three young people. Before the children left the ring Tom Barry presented each child with a goddie bag and a big bag of sweets. Tom is a gentle giant with a heart of gold, well done Tom. You made so many wee people happy on Sunday. What a lovely gesture. I am sure it was early to bed for all on Sunday night.

*Racing*

Lurcher Racing

Under 21

1/ Deidre Mc Coy with Paris

2/ Finbarr Leonard with Sally

Under 23

1/ Steven Dummigan

2/ Robert Mc Donald

Over 23

1/ Michelle Rafferty with Shila

2/ Michelle Rafferty with Xena

Terrier Racing

1/ Sharon Reid

2/ Michael Lynch

Whippet Racing

1/ Bolt with Gavin Wright/Ryan Wright

2/ Blue with Mickey Quinn/Michael Quinn

Greyhounds

Trigger with Charlene Rafferty

*Well done to all who took part, and congratulations*

*Showing*

Whippets

Whippet Pups

1/ Janet Duke

2/ John Mc Stay

3/ Kieran Sarsfield

Whippet Dogs

1/ Joe Leonard

2/ John Mc Stay

3/ Janet Duke

Whippet Bitches

1/ Kieran Neeson

2/ Michelle Rafferty

3/ Paul Reynolds

Working Whippets

1/ Earl Gardiner

2/ Mickey Quinn

3/ Kieran Neeson

Whippet Pairs

1/ John Shaw

2/ Paul Reynolds

3/ John Mc Stay

Vetern Whippet

1/ John Mc Stay

2/ Janet Duke

*Overall Whippet Champion*

Joe Leonard

Reserve

Kieran Neeson

*Congratulations to Joe and Kieran and well done. *

Terriers

Terrier Pup

1/ Stephen Heslip with Briss

Russell

1/ John Heaslip with Sam

Working Terrier

Peter Morgan with Chief

Lakeland

1/ Ian Heslip with Rossie

Patterdale

1/ Ian Heslip with Reilly

Border

1/ Janet Duke with Milo

Crossbreed

1/ Stephen Heslip with PIP

*Overall Champion Terrier *

Ian Heslip with Rossie

Reserve

John Heslip with Sam

*Congratulations to Ian and John and well done*

Lurchers

Lurcher Pups

1/ Mickey Quinn with Lady

Rough Under 23

?

Rough Over 23

1/ P Neeson with George

Smooth Under 23

1/ Fiona Devlin with Diva

Smooth Over 23

1/ J Kearney

Collie Class

1/ Stephen Dummigan

2/ Glen Doherty

3/ Darren Connolly

Bull Breed

1/ Neill Cunningham

2/ Roy Nixon

3/ Graham Smyth

Hare Dog

1/ Fiona Devlin with Maverick

2/ Allanah Harpur with Rennee

3/ David Park with Lucky

Fox Dog

1/ Thomas Turley

2/ ?

3/ Peter Morgan

Lamping Lurcher

1/ Dale Witson

2/ Stephen Dummigan

3/ Chrissy Loughran

Vetern Lurcher

1/ Adam Turley

2/ Thomas Turley

3/ Peter Morgan

*Overall Champion Lurcher *

Thomas Turley

Reserve

Neill Cunningham

*Congratulations and well done Thomas and Neill *

Greyhounds

Dale Wilson

Harrier Hound Bitch unentered

1/ Joe Lavery

Harrier Dogs

1/ Paul Reid

2/ Paul Reid

Unentered Hound

Stefan Mitchell

*Overall Champion Hound*

Stefan Mitchell

Reserve

Joe Lavery

*Congratulations to Stefan and Joe, and well done.*

Strong Dogs

Pups

Megan Stewart

Staff Dog/ Bitch

1/ Brian Cunningham

2/ Stewart Moore

English Bull Terrier

1/ Kristian Mc Vitty ( Shown by Terence Metcalfe)

Beagle

2/ Steven Brooks

*Overall Champion *

Kristian Mc Vitty ( Shown by Terence Metcalfe )

Reserve

Brian Cunningham

*Congratulations to Kristian, Terence and Brian. Well done to all *

*OVERALL BEST IN SHOW*

JOE LEONARD

RESERVE

KRISTIAN MC VITTY (SHOWN BY TERENCE METCALFE )

*A BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO JOE, KRISTIAN AND TERENCE. VERY WORTHY WINNERS.*

Hope I have got all these right. Hard to remember everything

And Finally may I take this opportunity to thank Leanne and Tom Barry, the DWTC and their brilliant committee and band of helpers for a most enjoyable day. Thank you for the lovely presentation of wine to myself, and Bluebell, it was very kind and thoughtful. It was much appreciated. Despite the heavy rain at times, you all worked through it and ran the show with impeccable effiency and made this show a big success. Thanks to the judges on the day, and to Bluebell and Billy Harpur for the photographs. Looking forward to seeing them shortly. Billy, thank you so much for the very large piece of wild salmon you gave me on Sunday. We had it for the tea last night, and it was just so lovely and tasty. You are so thoughtful, and this was much appreciated. We should not forget all the people and families that came to the show, and to all the winners, and to all the people who did not win, many thanks for making the day so successful and enjoyable. See you all again next year at the same venue God willing.