Closing Date reminder Postal entries close: Monday, 7th March 2022 (Postmark) On-line entries can be made up until midnight on Sunday, 13th March 2022 at https://www.fossedata.co.uk/shows/Flatcoated-Retriever-Society-April-2022.aspx Link to Schedule: https://www.flatcoated-retriever-society.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/FCRS_APR_22_Schedule-PROOF1-2.pdf Other Information: Patella Testing will also be available please contact Liz Branscome for further details. Tel: 01525 405884 or email: [email protected] Have a go Handling – Free for those just starting, who want to have some practice either with your own dog, or using someone elses, coached by an experienced handler Lauren Broome. Extra classes for Brace and Progeny. Awesome prizes for the Junior handlers Looking forward to seeing everyone ….
News and Articles
Field Trials 2022 update
Monday 14th November 2022 FCRS (breed only) Open field Trial, venue Ampton Estate, judges tbc Novice Field Trial, venue Avon Tyrrell Estate, November/ December, date and judges tbc…
Introduction to Field Trials
Please see link below for further information: https://www.flatcoated-retriever-society.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Field-Trial-training-Days-for-new-handlers-version-3-2022.pdf…
Rescue, Rehoming and Welfare Scheme
‘The General Committee have co-opted Jan Egginton to take on the position of Coordinator of the Society’s Rescue, Rehoming and Welfare Scheme. This is effective immediately however Inger Alexandersson, chairperson of the Scheme, will continue to cover the role temporarily until a handover is effected. The vacant Area Representative positions have also been filled by the following people; Scotland Senga Thorpe, Central England Helen Smith, and North Wales Jan Egginton. Alayne Wells, the current representative for Southern Ireland will also cover Northern Ireland temporarily. All contact details can be found in the Rescue section of the Society web site’….
Patellar Luxation Screening Session to be held at FCRS Champ Show 3rd April 2022
See link below for further details:…
FCRS Rescue, Rehoming and Welfare Scheme
With effect from 6th February 2022 Jenny Morgan is standing down from the position of National Coordinator of the FCRS Rescue, Rehoming and Welfare Scheme, and as Area Representative for North Wales. The position will be covered temporarily by the Chairperson of the Sub Committee Inger Alexanderson, tel: 02084606055, mobile: 07944 772930, email: [email protected]. All other Area Representatives remain the same….
FCRS Championship Show 03/04/2022
Entries are now open with the inclusion this year of the Champion, Brace and Progeny Classes. Judges : Dogs Miss Sandra Stevenson (Steelriver) Bitches : Mrs Viv Bowen (Clandrift) Referee, junior Handling, brace and Progeny classes; Mrs Pam Lynott (Avening) We are now accepting both Online and paper entries. Please go to the event link below to download your schedule and entry form if using paper entries or contact Louise Jones the show secretary to request a schedule to be sent to you by post. Closing date for entries Postal Entries Monday 7th March 2022(postmark) On-line Entries 13th March 2022 – please go to www.fossedata.co.uk Looking…
Could you offer a Temporary Foster Home to a Flatcoated Retriever?
For anyone who thinks they may be able to offer a temporary foster home to a Flatcoated Retriever, please contact the Rescue Schemes Chair Person Inger Alexanderson (details can be found on the contacts page) and with your permission we will keep your details on file for any future cases where a temporary home is required….
Shooting Dog Certificate held on 27th January 2022
Shooting Dog Certificate held on 27th January 2022 at New Farm Shoot, South Warnborough, Odiham, Hampshire , by kind permission of Messrs Richard and Tom Porter and their head keeper Robbie Martinon Assessors Jane Manley and Chris Rose (B 1908) ‘A’ Certificate Casblaidd Chase Me Charlie DOB 23.03.19 Dog Owner/ Breeder/ Handler Jo Hewison Tunnlewood Phantom x Casblaidd Tea Leaf ‘B’ Certificate Rythedean Rhuma at Bumblyn DOB 05.06.19 Bitch Owner/Handler Lynette Irwin Breeder Mr & Mrs V Handley (Casblaidd Quaker x Bumblyn Wigeon) ‘B’ Certificate Atherbram Jacob DOB 18.02.17 Owner/ Handler Sharon Tamblyn Breeder Mrs Hughes ( Peranki Treyarnam x Haidee De La Chasse Des Ballastieres)…
Working Results Booklet 2021/22
“As in previous years, I would like to compile a booklet with working results from the 2021/22 season. Please complete the form in the link below and either email to myself or print and post to reach me by 7th February.” Helen Ford FT Sec…
FCRS Annual General Meeting 2022 – Officer and Committee Positions
FCRS Annual General Meeting 2022Sunday 27th March 2022 at Grounds Farm, Wishaw B76 9PQ at 11.00 a.m. Anyone can stand for a position on the FCRS committee when they have been a member of the Society for 3 years. OFFICER POSITIONS The Hon. Secretary, Mrs Jenny Bird , is not standing for re-election. The Working Test Secretary, Mr Graham Clelland, is not standing for re-election. All Officers are re-elected annually at the AGM. For any member wishing to stand for an Officer position the following should be sent to the Hon. Secretary by 31st January 2022.A letter of proposal of…
Yearbook and Newsletter Editor Positions
Jane Jones and Sarah Egginton are stepping down from their role of the Yearbook and Newsletter Editor respectively. Compiling these two Society publications is both varied and interesting and involves collating information provided by the sub committees on the activities carried out by our members during the year, and also sourcing articles of interest. If any member is interested in taking on either of these positions and would like further information please contact Jane on 01530 834318, email [email protected] or Sarah on 07920554677, email [email protected] by 31st January 2022….
Flatcoated Retriever Society 2022 Calendar
The Flatcoated Retriever Society 2022 Calendar is now available to purchase. All profits from the sale of the calendar will go to Alabama Rot Research Fund and Alzheimer’s Research UK.We hope you will support these two worthwhile Charities generously. Available to order from: Mrs Roz Bellamy Kennel Wood Bungalow, Rufford Park,Nr. Newark Nottinghamshire NG22 9HA e-mail: [email protected] Just £10.00 each for delivery in the UK or €15.00 each in Europe. For delivery elsewhere in the world, or for orders of 5 or more calendars, please contact Roz Bellamy for a price….
Flatcoated Retriever Society 75th Anniversary – save the date!
Weekend event to be held 2nd – 4th of June 2023, details to be confirmed in the New Year….
FCRS Open Field Trial 13th Dec 2021
The Flatcoated Retriever Society held their Open (Breed only) Field Trial at Ampton, Bury St Edmunds on Monday 13th December 2021 by kind permission of the Turner Family, Mr Peter Rushbrook and Alan Hammond. Judges were Mr Phil Allen (A3), Mr Jim Gale (A44) , Mr Richard Beckerleg (A2812) and Mr Craig Horwill (B2589). Many thanks to Andy and Jenny Campbell for providing the guns who shot well and kept the trial moving, Skinners Field & Trial for their sponsorship.. Thank you to David Garman and Andrew Wilson for presenting the birds for the guns. Andrew Wilson was the society’s…
Important Message for our European Members for 2022 Regarding Payments
Please note that Barclays Bank has decided to close down the Society’s “Euro Account” which has been used by our Members in Euro currency countries for making subscription payments in Euros Please note that in future, all payments must be in Pounds Sterling (GBP) and paid into our FCRS Subscription Account No: 20040592 Sort Code: 20 20 65 using the following IBAN (International Bank Account Number): GB27 BUKB 2020 6520 0405 92 SWIFTBIC: BUKBGB22 It is important that your name and initials are clearly stated on the transaction This is a revision to the details on the SUBSCRIPTIONS page (No….
Results of SDC at Avon Tyrrell Estate
Results of the Shooting Dog Certificate assessment held at Avon Tyrrell Estate by kind permission of Lord Manners Assessors were Dave England B2946 and Helen Ford NP3945 SDC ‘A’ Certificate Brickley Blossom at Lenyam Bitch DOB 30.4.17 Houndswood Cedar at Tunnelwood x Pride of the Morning O/H: Keith Manley Breeder: Peck SDC ‘B’ Certificate Trephilip River Puzzle Dog DOB 25.05.16 Mahinder Dudley x Trephilip River Alchemist O/H/B Nicky Wellfair…
Wiltshire AV Novice Retriever Field Trial
Wiltshire AV Novice Retriever Field Trial held on 9thDecember 2021 at Great Durnford Judges : Mr N Coates A2223, Mr M Jones B3780, Mr J Mayhew B3701 and Mrs J Mann NP3433 3rd Percuil Dasher, Dog, DOB 01.1.16 Ravensrough Oswald of Percuil x Percuil Nuvolari Tazio O/H/B Helen Ford…
FCRS COTSWOLD AREA NOVICE DOG/NOVICE HANDLER TRAINING
For people new to gundog training and working tests. The aim is to provide progressive training over 3 sessions and a mock working test (optional) may be added. Dogs should be at least 12 months of age and have a basic level of obedience with recall and sit/stay as a minimum. Dates: 9 April, 30 April and 21 May A number of venues may be used but all will be in the Alcester, Warwickshire/Evesham, Worcestershire area. Trainers: Rachel Birch, Graham Clelland and A N Other. Limited to 12 handlers, preference will be given to those booking all 3 days.Cost will be £10 per…
FCRS Annual General Meeting Sunday 27th March 2022
Sunday 27th March 2022 at Grounds Farm, Wishaw B76 9PQ at 11.00 a.m. Anyone can stand for a position on the FCRS committee when they have been a member of the Society for 3 years. OFFICER POSITIONS The Hon. Secretary, Mrs Jenny Bird , is not standing for re-election. The Working Test Secretary, Mr Graham Clelland, is not standing for re-election. All Officers are re-elected annually at the AGM. For any member wishing to stand for an Officer position the following should be sent to the Hon. Secretary by 31st January 2022.A letter of proposal of the nominee, a letter…
Cyraine Dugdale
We are very sad to be informed that Cyraine Dugdale passed away peacefully in her sleep on 29th November 2021. A lovely lady, judge and breeder who was respected worldwide, Cyraine enjoyed both working and showing her dogs under the Casuarina affix. Anyone wishing to send the family a condolence card it should be sent to her son, Luke. Luke Dugdale The Old Vicarage Vicarage Hill Loxwood West Sussex. RH14 0RQ. On behalf of the FCRS we send our condolences to Cyraine’s family and friends.Further details to follow….
Yorkshire Golden Retriever Club AV Novice Working Test, 21st November 2021
The Yorkshire Golden Retriever Club held an AV Novice working test at Home Farm, Tong, Bradford on 21st November. The judges were Colin Tasker, Kelly Rogers-Davison and Robert Tomlinson. There were 31 entries and awarded 4th was Casblaidd Island in the Sky, owned by Caroline Hewison. Congratulations Caroline and Aros….
Sue Harrison
The Flatcoated Retriever Society are sad to hear of the recent passing of Sue Harrison who along with her husband Reg, bred and in the past showed their dogs under the Sumaha affix. We will update this post when we know further details. We send our condolences to Sue’s family and friends, especially to Reg, who wanted to let their Flatcoat friends know the sad news….
Flatcoated Retriever Society New Website 2021
We have officially launched our new website and hope that members, owners and would be owners alike find it easy to navigate whilst keeping much of the historical content. This provides a new up to date framework and software which was much needed, this is very much work in progress, and we are looking to add new articles and content as we get to grips with learning how to work it, so please bear with us! We look forward to receiving any feedback and ideas for the future. The website administrator is Sarah Egginton, however we have a team who…
General Committee Meeting 17/10/21 Update
The General Committee met for their first face to face meeting since February 2020. Three new members were welcomed on to the Committee, Steve Ashby, Jenny Campbell and Kelly Holland. Vacant Committee positions were discussed, Heather Harley has taken over as the administrator of the 250 Club and Charlotte Wear is taking over responsibility for the running of the Society shop. Both Jane Jones and Sarah Egginton have said that they would like to give up the editorship of the Yearbook and Newsletter respectively after this year. As there were very few events and results to report on for 2020…