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Saturday 27th February 2010
The coffee morning held in the Church Hall, Market Street, Okehampton raised a total of £270.00. Thank you to everyone who supported this event - your support is very much appreciated.
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"Bric-a-brac tables" |
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"Tombola and Book Stall tables" |
George, the young German Shepherd Dog who is in need of special, costly eye treatment and care, was our guest of honour. He was pleased to meet everyone and his tail never stopped wagging.
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"George welcoming visitors to the coffee morning" |
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"George with friends outside the Church Hall" |
Saturday 19th December 2009
The Coffee Morning at North Tawton Town Hall raised a total of £158.00. Thank you to everyone who supported this event which is very much appreciated.
Saturday 31st October 2009
We had a stand at the GSD Club of Devon Show at Hennock, manned by Jean and Pat, and we raised £80.80. Thank you to everyone for your generosity.
Saturday 24th October 2009
Thank you to Peter and Deborah Goldsworthy who held a Bring and Buy at their home and raised just over £300.00.
23rd August 2009
The Devon GSD Rescue held a Companion and Family Dog Show on
Sunday 23rd August 2009 at Cholwell Equestrian Centre, Lewdown. The
judge was Stephen Gazzard.
Photographs of the winners of the 14 classes are below. Thank you
to everyone who supported this event.
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Rafe (Leah Puleston) AV PUPPY (6-12 Months) |
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Beauty (Loretta Haines) AV NON SPORTING AND RESERVE BEST IN SHOW |
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Stella (Denise Southcott) HIGHEST PLACE GSD (In AV NON SPORTING) |
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Sophie (Doreen Cook) AV SPORTING AND BEST IN SHOW |
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Whisky (Fran Bowman) AV OPEN |
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Splash (Richard Stephens) BEST VETERAN (7 years +) |
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Millie (Helen Fuller) BEST CROSSBREED AND FAMILY BEST IN SHOW |
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Beauty (Loretta Haines) BEST SHORT COAT |
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Millie (Helen Fuller) BEST LONG COAT AND FAMILY BEST IN SHOW |
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Dora (Paige Eden) JUNIOR HANDLER (7-15 years) |
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Laser (Nigel Stevens) MOST APPEALING EYES |
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Bear (Angela Fuller) HANDSOME DOG |
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Millie (Helen Fuller) PRETTIEST BITCH AND FAMILY BEST IN SHOW |
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Zara (Paige Eden) BEST RESCUE/REHOMED |
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Millie (Helen Fuller) DOG THE JUDGE WOULD LIKE TO TAKE HOME AND FAMILY BEST IN SHOW |
16th August 2009
The Devon GSD Rescue held a Family Dog Show on Sunday 16th August
2009 at the Classic Motor Show, Old Forde House, Newton Abbot. The
judge was Michele Brusey.
Photographs of the winners of the 12 classes are below. Thank you
to everyone who supported this event.
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Harvey (Gary Wills) BEST PUPPY |
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Flo (Mrs Cortier) BEST PEDIGREE |
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Sapphire (Kirsty) BEST CROSSBREED |
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Star (Sarah) BEST CONDITION |
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Jimmy (Paul Howard) HANDSOME DOG AND RESERVE BEST IN SHOW |
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Rosie (Rebecca) PRETTIEST BITCH AND BEST IN SHOW |
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Minnie (Stephanie) BEST VETERAN |
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Sid (Rona) BEST RESCUE/REHOMED |
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Taylor (Eve) MOST APPEALING EYES |
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Grace (Gena) CUDDLIEST DOG |
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Bubbles (Kyle) BEST MOVEMENT |
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Jimmy (Paul Howard) DOG THE JUDGE WOULD LIKE TO TAKE HOME AND RESERVE BEST IN SHOW |
12th July 2009
Garden Party
A big ‘Thank You’ to Pat and Denys for having the party at their
farm, it was really appreciated and everyone seemed to enjoy
themselves in the beautiful countryside. Pat had been busy cooking
and everyone tucked in to the lovely tea provided – luckily the
guests had worked up an appetite by partaking in a walk on the
farm. The weather was on our side this time by not raining until we
were going home!
28th June 2009
Donkey Derby
After a long spell of dry weather Sunday the 28th started with a few
drops of rain and, luckily, only a couple of light showers. The two
stalls were fairly busy and the ‘Tombola’ and ‘Hook the Ducks’ made
£76.50 – thank you to all those who helped. It was a good day with
the Donkey Races, Dog Agility display, Dog Show and a demonstration
by the National Champion on his mountain bike. A good day was had
by all the families who attended.
6th June 2009
GSD Club of Devon Open Show
At the start of the show the weather wasn’t too bad so the gazebo
and stall were set up. It was really cold and, before long, the
weather got worse and worse. Finally the gazebo started leaking so
we had to call it a day and pack up early to save the goods;
unfortunately the day was a ‘wash out’!! We were all really glad
to get home as we were soaked to the skin – hope the weather is
kinder on future dates!
17th May 2009
Charity Walk at Finglebridge
Eighteen members with 12 dogs braved the heavy rain by turning up at Finglebridge at 2pm on Sunday.
As we gathered awaiting to set off at 2.30pm. the dogs summed each other up as only GSDs can while their owners sought shelter wherever they could. Then as the skies cleared everyone started off in fine and warm weather.
The walk was 2 miles each way either side of the river. The lucky ones were able to enjoy lovely views while a few, notably our Chairman, found themselves more intent upon preventing themselves being taken around either via the river or at a pace that would have impressed Paula Radcliffe. However without exception, the dogs behaved very well with one another and there were no problems when meeting other walkers with or without other dogs.
The return journey involved some tricky steep steps and narrow ledges. It also seemed more hilly but everyone returned safely and triumphantly to the pub where refreshments were eagerly sought. Because of the heavy rain the walk was quite muddy in parts and several dogs were given a swim to clean up. As usual those dogs chose to shake in their cars.
It was a successful day, particularly as some of those involved with re-homing dogs met again for the first time the dogs and their new keepers. It will take a while for the final sum to be assessed but at the time of this note about £400 is known to have been pledged.
Our thanks to all who took part and for their help in funding the rescue and re-homing of these fine dogs.
May 3rd 2009
There were plenty of stalls and attractions at the Rotary May Fayre.
The Rescue ran a Dog Show and a Parade of some of our Re-homed dogs. We also had three stalls. The weather was kind to us and there were plenty of people enjoying the day. Many thanks go to all the helpers, members and fosterers who made the effort to come and support the event. The stalls did well and there were seventy two dogs entered in the show, so thanks to the Judge and Steward for their hard work. The Parade of our Rescue Dogs was well attended, some bringing their owners from as far away as Cornwall and Somerset. The dogs all behaved well in the ring so well done, thank you for coming.
We hope you enjoyed the day.
April 18th 2009
Coffee Morning in the Town Hall, North Tawton EX20 2EN.
Raffle, Various Stalls, Hand Crafted cards.
Our thanks to those who attended and supported us from North Tawton and surrounding areas.
December 7th 2008
Our Christmas party was a great success, and we thank everyone who helped on the day, but more importantly those who supported us by attending or sending a donation. It was lovely to see so many of our members, especially those who were just names and number before and to meet up again with some of the dogs that have been re-homed through the rescue.
November 29th 2008
A big thank you to Deborah and Peter for their second fund raising event a Christmas Bring and Buy where they raised in excess of £250.00 without support like this we could not continue to help so many dogs.
November 25th 2008
Our thanks go to Eleanor Warren for a very interesting evening telling us all about clicker training methods and to those who came along and supported us.
October 25th 2008
Charity had a stall at the GSD Club of Devon's Open Breed and Obedience Show at Hennock. The weather was cold but dry and it was enjoyable being able to watch some of the obedience. It was a good day raising over £50.00
October 18th 2008
We had our Coffee morning in the Church Hall Okehampton, also being Carnival Day there were a lot of other events being held but on the whole it was a successful morning. Many thanks to all those who helped as many hands make light work. It was good to meet up again with some of our members who had travelled a considerable distance to support us.
October 18th 2008 Fund Run
Mrs. Bishop of Candy Farm Liverton held a Coffee Morning and 6 mile Fun Walk or Ride. It was a lovely day and twenty nine people took part raising over £400 in sponsorship between them. Our thanks go to Mrs. Bishop for organising the event and to all the people who took part.
October 11th 2008
The Charities stall at the Bridestowe Cats Protection League Table Top Event, managed to sell some Bric ‘a’ Brac and also some lovely handmade Cards.
October 4th/5th 2008
The Classic Motor Show on the first weekend in October with our own Dog show and Agility alongside the main ring on the 5th was nearly another non event, but then ended up as an enjoyable afternoon. The Classic Car event was cancelled at midday on the 5th but by then about twelve dogs had appeared so with the Judge being keen to carry on it was decided to hold the Dog Show. Everyone seemed to enjoy it and the weather stayed fine. Ian & Pat put out some of the agility equipment for them to further occupy the dogs so everyone was happy. The Best in show was awarded to Rachel Mayle with Trixie a lovely cross-breed. Many thanks to Debbie, Jean, Pat, Phil & Sue, Pat & Ian and specials thanks to Laurie for Judging.
September 7th 2008 Family Dog Show.
This was held at the Tractor Rally at Rixey Park Kingsteignton. It was touch and go whether it could take place due to the very wet weather, but the organisers decided to carry on and the tractors were busy pulling cars and vans in and out. Luckily Sunday was good weather and the ground dried out well. A lot of people were probably put off by the previous weather but the Dog Show was fairly well supported. We also ran a Tombola managing to make even more funds. A big thank you to Roger and Natalie who not only judged and stewarded but also donated several special awards. Thanks also go to Phil, Sue, Becky, Debbie, Jean and Tom for their help on the day.
It was good PR for the Charity and The Best in Show was a Douge De Bordeaux from Dawlish.
Our next Dog Show is with the Classic Motor Show at Ashburton on October 5th
August 10th 2008
It was an enjoyable day because the atmosphere at this country fair is lovely. Unfortunately the weather did not help, being very showery, but the Fishing Ducks' were popular as was the Tombola and we were pleased to raise a few pence over £150 00. There was also an interest in the Charity
July 20th 2008 Dog Show (follow up)
The Dog Show was a great success, weather was lovely and we had so much support. The two rings were under cover and were ideally cool for the dogs and the two fun events had the sunshine so it was pleasant for them as well. Thanks to the helpers who were there from 9:30am, until 6:00pm and thanks also to the Sponsors and the competitors the Judges and the Stewards and hope they all enjoyed their day.
Our next show is the Family Dog Show in conjunction with The Classic Motor Show on August 17th 2008 (details can be found on our events page). We hope to see as many of you there as possible to support our poor homeless German Shepherd Dogs in need of good homes.
July 6th 2008 Donkey Derby
The weather was kind to us until the afternoon when it poured down. A good day was had with the Tombola, Hook the Duck and the Hand crafted cards with a total of £138.00 being raised so a big thanks to all who helped. It was nice to see Khan and Sampson two of our re-homed dogs again with Khan winning 3rd in the best rescue at the dog show.