2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005
2009 was our 25th year showing Toy Manchesters and, though we ourselves took most of the year off, we are very happy that several of the dogs we bred or own continued to excel in so many different areas. With eight dogs earning new titles in conformation, agility, flyball, tracking and even a Canine Good Neighbour certificate, we are proud of the versatility of our breed and the dedication of our owners, co-owners and friends.
With the conclusion of our 25th year comes some reflection and pride in what a small breeding program can accomplish Looking back, here are a few TMT accomplishments we are proud of:
More than 50 Canadian and American Champions plus 8 TMTs with Performance Titles in Obedience, Flyball, Agility or Rally
2 Canadian and 5 U.S. National Specialty Best of Breeds
31 Best in Shows on 8 different dogs in Canada and the U.S.
21 Best Puppy in Shows on 13 different dogs in Canada
Over 500 Canadian Group placements, including more than 225 Group Firsts
Our love for this breed is about more than wins or statistics, however. We are the most proud of those of our dogs and puppies who have provided their owners with joy as wonderful pets. We hope that 25 years from now we might be remembered (if at all) for our commitment to improving the breed through our work on health studies and education as well as our helping to establish and support a strong Canadian breed club.
In 2010, we are looking forward to another very quiet show season as we continue to focus our energy on breed-related projects while enjoying our dogs and our busy family-life. We wish all TMT breeders and owners great success both in and out of the ring. Here's hoping that 2010 proves to be as successful a year for our entire breed as 2009 was.
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Macy had another great year, beginning with Joy and joining Amanda in NS in September. During 2009 she earned many wins on both coasts, including an All-Breed Best In Show, Best in Toy Specialty, multiple Reserve BIS wins and 50 group placements (including 18 Group 1sts). Macy is looking forward to finishing her US title in 2010 and, hopefully, will find herself a boyfriend this year as well. |
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Pixie finished her Canadian Championship with an All-Breed Best In Show from the classes and went on to gather several nice Group wins and placements over the following two months before stepping aside to let big half-sister Macy take the spotlight. Pixie is currently training for Obedience and Agility! |
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Indy completed his CGN title in July with Wendy, making him the first Grand Champion TMT in Canada. Requirements for a GCh in this country include a Best in Show or National Specialty, 3 Group 1sts, 100 Grand Champion points, and a title from any CKC event aside from conformation. Then in September, he went on to complete an Agility title with Cindy MacKeen at age 7! Many thanks to Cindy for all her work in training Indy over the past year -- we are very proud!
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Can't Eat Just One, TDBreeders: Wendy & Amanda Kelly Owners: Ruth Latham & Jeff MacAulay This Fall, Freya became the first Toy Manchester Terrier in North America to earn a Tracking Dog title. She and Ruth are now working on advanced titles, including urban tracking. |
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In 2009, T-Rex earned his Flyball Master title (5,000 points) as well as his Agility Dog of Canada and Starters Games Dog of Canada titles. He is the third highest pointed Toy Manchester in NAFA (North American Flyball Assocation) history. |
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Fwaggles Mixed Blessing Hillary has 14 points towards her American Championship, including both majors. |
Keepsake Fwaggle Just My Style Mia has 9 points towards her Canadian championship. |
Peyton has 10 points towards her American Championship, including one major. |
Absolut Breakfast At Fwaggle Tiffany has 4 points toward her Canadian Championship after only one day in the show ring. |
BIS Ch. Fwaggles Black Orchid
