Eastern Slopes Spaniel Association

ESSA HUNT TESTS

 

We had our hunt test today and although the attendance was down from last year, a great time was had by all.  Thanks go out to The Hillman’s and the Wild Rose Hunting Retriever Club for the use of their lands.  We had a very enjoyable day with dogs entered at all levels.  Thanks to the judges; Hardy Roch, Steve Harper, Nancy Holland and Wayne Brennen.  Thanks to the guns; Wayne Brennen, Ron Hillman, Steve Harper and Tim Bashforth.  Thanks to Boyd McIntyre and Steve Harper for planting.

 

Hunt tests are a great way to spend a day with your dog in a non-competitive  environment.  Although we only got support and entries from ESSA members, it is a way that we can offer an activity for those who do not field trial.  Hopefully we will get a larger entry next year.

 

The following dogs earned qualifying scores:

 

Working                Nyala                   Wayne Brennen handling

Willow                 Tim Bashforth handling

  

Junior                    Scotty                   Steve Harper handling

Sage                     Tim Bashforth handling

Willow                 Tim Bashforth handling

 

This was Hardy’s first exposure to judging a CKC event and he did a great job.  Thanks again to everyone who came out