News JANUARY 2012 Happy New Year On August 25th, 2012 the first Canadian National Specialty for the Barbet will take place in Long Sault, Ontario. A “National” is a celebration for the breed. It is an acknowledgment that a breed has come of age to bring enough high quality dogs emblematic of the standard to hold a gathering worthy of a National Specialty. There will be lots of events to demonstrate the versatility of the Barbet on this weekend. A perfect venue to meet and greet the breed. The logo below will take you to a website set-up specifically for this event. Check back often for news updates.
TreeBeard Barbets is planning a litter of puppies this spring. August will be bred to Neigenuveaux's ET dit Elliot. Elliot (known as Mr. Jones) is a lovely boy and a Canadian Champion with an impressive pedigree. Thank you Florence. Stayed tuned for more news on this front. Below is a picture of “Mr. Jones”.
Darwin was the number one Barbet in Canada in 2011. The third year in a row for this recognition. And last year brought with it that incredible achievement of a Best in Show, and a Grand Championship. He now gets to retire from the show ring (except of course for special occasions like the National Specialty in August). Here are three lovely pictures of Darwin in the show ring last summer. Thank you so much to Colina Edwards for capturing this moment and allowing me to post these pictures on my website. Great photos.
And last but not least I am looking forward to presenting Hazel in the ring in 2012.
DECEMBER 2011 December was a quiet month for us, reserved for time to play, to enjoy the company of family and friends, and of course eating more than we normally do. Below is a picture of Hazel looking festive sitting in a sleigh.
NOVEMBER 2011 A month of firsts. FIRST TREEBEARD CHAMPIONS Denise Bigeault and I both attended the United show in the Montreal Olympic Stadium on the first weekend of November. There were eight Barbets entered for this show, so a great turnout, and a fun weekend as always when you can enjoy the company of fellow Barbet owners. On the Sunday both TreeBeard's Gandalf (called Chopin), and TreeBeard's Galapagos Girl (Hazel) became CKC Champions. At nine months of age and in just a few shows for each puppy I am thrilled at this achievement for my first TreeBeard litter. Thank you Denise for taking such great care of our boy, and presenting, and promoting the breed. And thank you to Judge Larry Kereluke.
Denise and TreeBeard's Gandalf (Chopin)
Me and TreeBeard's Galapagos Girl (Hazel) SHOW OF SHOWS The weekend of November 18, 19, 20 we attended a show a little closer to home. The Ottawa Kennel Club show in Kemptville. Both Hazel and Darwin were at this show and Denise came with Chopin and Francoise with Bosch, a Barbet from Florence Erwin.
OCTOBER 2011 Club Barbet Canada held their Annual General Meeting on Saturday October 1st. A great turnout of both people and Barbets. Thank you to Anne-Isabelle Maassen for hosting this event at her lovely property in St-Antoine-Abbe, Quebec. The National club had a number of events for the breed in 2011, and 2012 is looking like an even more exciting year. For more information about this event and the club visit: www.barbetclub.ca Darwin and I went to one show this month in Trout Creek on Sunday October 9th and Monday the 10th. Thank you very much to Bud Haverstock for the Group 2 placement. 
SEPTEMBER 2011 On Friday September 2nd Club Barbet Canada held our second Sanction Match at the Cornwall show. A Sanction Match is conducted in the same manner as a regular show, however no points are awarded towards a CKC title. They are a wonderful opportunity for young dogs to get practice in a show environment. Our judges for this event were Joe Panaro and Linda Thompson, thank you both. The next day, Saturday September 3rd there was a booster for the Barbet. We had a wonderful turnout for the breed on all four-days (Friday September 2nd through to Monday September 5th), with twelve Barbets showing on the Saturday for the clubs second booster. And each day a Barbet was given a group placement. Here is a picture of the lineup in the ring for the Booster on the Saturday. We could not have had a more enthusiastic judge for this event. Thank you Mr. Fehler.
The Cornwall show was the second weekend out for Hazel. She was the Best Puppy in Breed each day and Best Puppy in the Sporting Group on the Friday and Saturday. Thank you to Judges David Eadie and Rick Fehler. Hazel and me on the up and down.
There were also a number of Barbet owners and dogs that attended the Saturday show to watch, support us, and socialize. I took advantage of this opportunity to get a picture of three Darwin sons, one from each of the three litters he has sired. From left to right are Isabelle with Darius, Francois with Bausch, and Denise with Chopin.
Anne and Ben brought Monty to the Cornwall show to watch. Lucky Monty was able to go for a swim to cool down on this hot day.
Hazel also went to the Oakville show on the September 9th and 10th. Thank you to Judge Alan Brown for her fifth Best Puppy in Group.
I had the pleasure of spending a few days with Denise and Francois for the Chomeday show in Terrebonne Quebec. This was the first show for both Denise and Chopin (TreeBeard's Gandalf). They both looked fabulous in the ring. Below is a picture of Denise and Chopin with his first ribbons.
AUGUST 2011 TREEBEARD PUPPIES HIT THE SHOW RING TreeBeard's Galileo (Oreo) was the first puppy to begin what I'm sure will be a fine show career. Heath, Helen, and Oreo went to two shows this month. Jumping right in when Oreo was 6 months and 2 days with the show in Edmonton on August 4th. Wish I could have been there to see it. I'm told Oreo had lots of fun which is very important and I have no doubt he looked fabulous. Next show up for Oreo was in Cranbrook, BC on August 27 and 28. TreeBeard's Galapagos Girl made her show debut in Brockville at the TIKO show on August 19th. Her first show she went Best Puppy in Group on the Friday and on the Sunday. Thank you so much to Judges Janet Lobb and Michael Lanctot.
Darwin had a great weekend in Beauce with Linda on August 6th and 7th. There were two shows on each of these days. Both Monty (TreeBeard's GoldenEye) and Raven (TreeBeard's Gilgamesh) have begun agility classes. Having successfully completed two sessions of puppy obedience classes. It sounds as if these boys are going to love this activity.
JULY 2011 BEST IN SHOW – DARWIN MAKES BARBET HISTORY This month could not have gotten off to a better start.
A huge THANK YOU to Judge Thomas Burke for this recognition. AND of course to Linda Thompson for presenting Darwin so beautifully as she always has, and for keeping Darwin as comfortable as possible with the exceptional heat wave we were experiencing. Fans, lots of ice, and cooling blankets were always at the ready. It was a fantastic weekend at Kars followed by a Group win at Lombardy on the Monday. THANK YOU
JUNE 2011 On June 4th and 5th I attended the Myra Savant-Harris seminar in Ottawa titled “Canine Reproduction and Whelping Techniques Plus Puppy Intensive Care”. This 2-day seminar provided invaluable information on everything from A.I. to tube feeding. Details on caring for the Dam every step of the way and techniques to help ensure the delivery of healthy puppies. I would recommend this seminar to any breeder. As a bonus Myra is a very funny lady.
Darwin went to one show this month, in Trois-Rivieres on June 24, 25 ,and 26th. On the Saturday there was a booster for the Barbet, with a great entry of 16. Judge Lucie Paradis was the judge for this booster. Darwin was best of breed on all three days with a Group 2 placement on the Sunday. Thank to Linda Thompson for showing Darwin so well for this show, and to Judge Ann Ingram from Cork Ireland for the Group placement. On the Saturday evening was the annual Royal Canin Classic. This is an event where a dog is eligible if they have had either a Group 1 placement or a Best in Show in the province of Quebec in the previous 12 months. I handled Darwin in this event where he was given a Group 2 placement by the panel of judges. Here is a picture from that evening.
MAY 2011 Darwin and I attended two shows this month. Arnprior the first weekend of the Month and Richmond on the last weekend of the month. A warm thank you to:
At the Richmond show there was a sanction match on the Friday after Best in Show. I entered Hazel into the 3-6 month category. A sanction match is great practice for a young dog. It follows the same procedure as a regular show but there are no points given. Hazel was the Best in the Sporting Group and the Best Puppy in the Sporting Group. There was not a large turn out given the wet cold weather but we are enjoying the moment anyway.
We had a visit from Monty (TreeBeard's GoldenEye) this month. Hazel chased her brother Monty around the kitchen table until they tuckered themselves out and required a couple of bowls of water. Anne and Ben please stop by anytime with Monty. Here is a couple of pictures of Hazel and Monty.
And some more pictures of Hazel and Darwin   APRIL 2011 Lots of one-on-one time with Hazel this month. She is a happy puppy who loves to follow her dad around and pull on his beard if given the chance. Darwin just lies there and takes it, what a gentle boy. August on the other hand continues to monitor Hazel's behavior and to make sure her daughter has good manners. Ethan our poodle turned nine-years old this month. Still acts like a puppy. Thank you for all the emails, phone calls and pictures from new puppy families. Great to hear how well they are all doing in puppy obedience classes, and getting the opportunity to swim too. I couldn't ask for better homes. Darwin and I went to our first show for 2011, the Victoria County show in Lindsay Ontario the last weekend of April. Thank you to Judge Mr. Robert Whitney for the Group 4 placement.
MARCH 2011 This month was truly delightful. Watching this litter grow and witnessing what seemed like daily achievements was pure entertainment. New families came for weekly visits during the month of March. This is a nice way to watch the puppies grow and most importantly to socialize the puppies. All puppies were exposed to the five Early Stimulation steps from day 3 to day 18. Visit Neurological Stimulation for Puppies | Puppies and Dogs Info TV Registered names for this litter are (in birth order): For pictures of the puppies and their new families see the PUPPY page. I want to also thank each of these new Barbet owners. I could not have asked for better homes for these puppies. I am keeping Galapagos Girl, named in honor of her dad Darwin. Darwin (the real one not my boy) developed his theory of evolution in the Galapagos. Her call name is Hazel. Here is a picture of me and my new girl.
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FEBRUARY 2011 THEY'RE HERE!! All puppies were healthy weights and are doing well. As is mom. Puppies will be registered with names beginning with the letter “G”. This follows the tradition in France where a letter is chosen for each year. 2011 is “G”. Here is a picture of the new family on day 1 – February 2, 2011
Check the puppy page for regular updates of the gang.
JANUARY 2011 They did it again. Best Dog in Canada results show Darwin as the #1 Barbet in Canada for 2010, and August is the #2 Barbet for 2010. We anxiously await the arrival of the puppies in early February.
DECEMBER 2010 No shows for us this month. It was time for play, baking cookies, and visiting with family and friends. However there is some very big news to share. August was bred to Darwin early in the month. A visit to my vet for an ultrasound on December 28th confirmed the pregnancy. Puppies are expected about February 4th. Here are two pictures of August and Darwin appropriate for the season. Happy New Year everyone
NOVEMBER 2010 Darwin and I attended two shows this month. The United Kennel Club show in Montreal was the first of these at the beginning of the month. This show is always a busy one with lots of other activities besides confirmation going on, such as fly ball, and a pet show. It is held in the Olympic Stadium and despite the size of this arena it is packed with spectators who love to come and watch these events. My grooming table was set up by the fly ball area. I think Darwin would have loved to have a go at this. The show in Kemptville took place on November 19, 20 and 21. Florence Erwin came up with two puppies that had just turned six-months, Murdoch and Francesca Stephanie brought her six-month old puppy Sophie. And Michel Raymond the breeder of Darwin joined us to help show Murdoch on the Friday and Saturday. Jeremy, my husband showed Francesca on the Sunday. Always enjoyable to spend time with Barbet people and a delight to see new puppies in the ring. Here are two pictures from the Kemptville show.
Me with Darwin and Michel with Murdoch in the ring. And having fun at the grooming tables. OCTOBER 2010 We attended one show this month. The Nipissing Kennel Club show in Trout Creek. Darwin got two group placements. The rest of October the dogs have had lots of time just to be dogs. I think that August (a.ka. My Little Ever Ready Bunny) could run all day. SEPTEMBER 2010 AUGUST & DARWIN BECOME INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONS Both August and Darwin obtained their International UCI Championship titles on September 12th. We attended the International All Breed Canine Association of America (IABCA) show on September 11 and 12. Pictures of this achievement turned out better than I expected as it was a very windy and rainy day. Rainy days never bother these water dogs.
A little information about the IABCA. They began about seventeen years ago with the intent of making an International “UCI” Championship Title available to North Americans without exposing dogs to the danger and inconvenience of International travel. To accomplish this, an association was formed with an International Association of dog clubs headquartered in Germany, the Union Cynologie International (UCI). The UCI has been in existence for over 30 years. There are many countries throughout Europe, North America, and the Far East represented, making it a truly International Organization. The show in September was the only one in Canada for 2010. These shows are European in style. Each judge provides a written critique for each dog for each show. I am very pleased with the four critiques I have for both Darwin and August. CHOMEDEY SHOW
VISIT TO DENYSE'S TO SEE THE PUPPIES. Here is a picture from the visit, the three of us with some of the puppies and Darwin.
Also have to share this picture of Darius at six weeks, practicing his stack for the show ring. Look out daddy Darwin.
You can see more pictures on Denyse's website, www.barbetbleuzorange.com NATIONAL CLUB FOR THE BARBET At last Canada has a National Club for the Barbet. On September 2, 2010 the Canadian Kennel Club officially confirmed National accreditation for Club Barbet Canada. This document is of essential importance for the future of the Barbet in Canada. The Board of Directors and the members have worked very hard over the last two years for this and have now seen the fruits of their labour. I am proud to be the Director for Ontario for the Club and promise to do my best to support the Club, its members and most importantly the Barbet. For more information about the club visit www.barbetclub.ca. The Clubs annual general meeting took place on Saturday September 25th in OKA. This was a full day event for the meeting and of course socializing. It is always nice to see so many Barbets together. Earlier this year the Barbet was recognized by the CKC to be able to compete in the working certificate test beginning January 2011. A demonstration of the working certificate was given by Claude Rochon at this annual meeting. It was very impressive to witness the relationship between Claude and his exceptional Labrador. There is a member of the Club Barbet Canada, Mr. Jacques Cyr who has been doing this with his Barbet, the lovely Bibiche for some time. Mr Cyr would have loved to have shown us this demonstration himself with a Barbet but was unable to attend the meeting. Hopefully another time.
AUGUST 2010 “August” shines in August Here are a couple of pictures from the TIKO show.
Darwin got his CGN (Canadian Good Neighbour) title in August. There are 12 exercises the dog is evaluated for. It is an assessment of the handler and dog's relationship together with the handler's ability to control the dog. The testing took place in a park next to a skateboard area where a dozen kids were having fun. I think Darwin would have liked to have joined them but was such a good boy and focused on the task at hand. Just have to share with you a picture of the Callas x Darwin puppies born on July 31st . Seven little chestnut darlings. This is them at two weeks.
JULY 2010 WHAT A FANTASTIC MONTH
Here are two pictures of August. One running, boy she is fast. The series of pictures that I have of this is interesting to click through to witness her lovely form in motion. The other picture is her looking pretty.
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