Category Archives: dog show

Cisca in the Netherlands is a Barbet Champion!

Posted on June 7, 2011 by stacy able

Congratulations to Alex and Greet of Holland who are wonderful breeders in Europe. Their puppy/offspring Cisca became a Dutch Champion at the Oss-Holland. What a wonderful honor!

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Au Natural Barbet Coat: Various Countries Grooming Etiquette

Posted on March 18, 2011 by stacy able

Grooming a Barbet in general can be a tricky feat. It gets even hairier when you start prepping for confirmation dog shows.  Being there are so few Barbet worldwide a standard of grooming isn’t set yet so if you are … Continue reading →

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Purina National in Toronto Canada– 12 Barbet in attendance!

Posted on March 16, 2011 by stacy able

This past weekend in Toronto, Canada was a large showing of Barbet at the prestigious Purina National Dog Show. Unfortunately with a husband who was off saving the world in Guatemala, I couldn’t cart all 6 dogs (and one Barbet … Continue reading →

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Elora Gorge Show Dec. 27 Barbet Breed Judging Video

Posted on March 11, 2011 by stacy able

Not sure if I posted this yet so if so disregard. In December there were 9 Barbet present at the Elora Gorge dog show in Canada. To see this many Barbet in one ring is wonderful! On the below video … Continue reading →

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Manon is a Champion

Posted on March 4, 2011 by stacy able

Beautiful Italian Manon, the daughter of Veltliner and Lucrezia, was awarded the title of International Champion of Beauty. This is a prestigious title, as to get it, you must have obtained the BCE (hunting test) first or second category. Few … Continue reading →

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2011 westminister in a dogs eye view

Posted on February 16, 2011 by stacy able

Check out this link:http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2011/02/best_of_the_best_135th_westmin.html it shows some incredible photography often from a dogs point of view. I will dream about one day being a photographer there (or even having a Barbet there!) Thanks to my good Clemson pal Zach for … Continue reading →

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How to stack an adult dog for dog shows

Posted on February 16, 2011 by stacy able

Sorry about the recent dog show how-to obsession, but once I see something I want go a wee bit overboard in research and learning. It is amazing what the internet can teach you! On you tube there is another great … Continue reading →

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My Barbet Twin: The Friendly Barbet Frankie + Stacy

Posted on January 19, 2011 by stacy able

While up in Canada for the Elora Gorge Dog show, I had the pleasure of getting to visit The Friendly Barbet central. While I met Frankie at the dog show, I really was able to sit down and visit with … Continue reading →

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Barbet in Italy: Manon is a Champion

Posted on January 18, 2011 by stacy able

Gorgeous Manon, whom I met while visiting in Ezia in November 2009 is a Champion! She’s a beautiful Barbet girl with a rich brown color coat. I’m so happy and proud for Ezia and Manon! A huge congratulations from us … Continue reading →

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How to stack a 8 week old puppy

Posted on January 5, 2011 by stacy able

To be honest, I’m much more comfortable behind a camera as I love my photos and dogs to get attention but not me personally. However, to promote the beautiful Barbet dog shows and conformation are imperative. I have only shown … Continue reading →

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