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DOGS NSW 2021 Junior Handler State Finals
from January 2022
by dogsnsw
JUNIORS
2021 DOGS NSW Junior Handler State Final
WORDS: Belinda Beves, Convenor Junior Handler Working Party (JHWP)
Well what a year this has been! After seven attempts the Junior Handler Working Party (JHWP) finally succeeded in making this dream come true on Saturday, 13 November 2021.
With a total entry of 20 wonderful junior handlers our respected judge, Mr John Sheppard, carefully chose his winners in each age group. These talented young handlers then competed for the overall Champion title.
The JHWP and exhibitors were extremely challenged by the weather gods on the day, however, after consideration for the trophies and ribbons, photos and the official presentation were made in the courtyard.
The JHWP would like to sincerely thank all the sponsors that helped make our trophy table one of the best and also to the owners of the swap dogs used. Without your support this event would not eventuate.
Barbara Killworth had the honour of photographing all the children, so we ask that you support her kindness by purchasing her photographs. We were also permitted to use Dana Photos’ spectacular backdrop for the photos. You have to admit the colours brought out the beauty in every photograph.
The JHWP sincerely thank Tom Mangan, Angus McIlrath and the committee of the North Of The Harbour, for the kindness and support you gave to us on the day. It was challenging, however, we all worked so well together. It was particularly pleasing to see the exhibitors of North of the Harbour Show, friends, family and the general public in attendance, support the future of our hobby.
The JHWP are now focusing on our DOGS NSW 2022 State Final and hope more children become involved to ensure our hobby continues.
Winners 13 to under 19 years
Overall Champion and DOGS NSW Junior Handler State Final Winner for 2021 is Tanara Craig
(pictured above) with a Standard Long Haired Dachshund. Her swap dog was a Dobermann.
Runner Up to the DOGS NSW State Final Winner is
Aimee Meagher (top right) with a Border Collie. Her swap dog was a Pointer.
1st place: Ava Knight (pictured above) with a Miniature Smooth Dachshund. Her swap dog was a Siberian Husky.
2nd Place: Jordan Long (pictured top right) with a Yakutian Laika. His swap dog was a Siberian Husky.
3rd Place: Eva Tulk (pictured right) with an Australian Terrier. Her swap dog was an Australian Shepherd.
Images: Cabal Canine Candids
Winners 7 to under 10 years
1st place: Alexis Haynes (pictured above) with swap dog Schipperke. Her other dog was a German Short Haired Pointer.
2nd Place: Lucinda Martinello (pictured middle right) with a substitute Australian Terrier. Lucinda showed with a Scottish Terrier and a swap dog Pug.
3rd Place: Olivia Moorby (pictured bottom right) with a Whippet. Her swap dog was a Cocker Spaniel.
