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4th International English Springer
Spaniel Symposium
15-16 July 2006, Scotterthorpe, Nth Lincolnshire, UK
2 all breed Championship Shows same
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DR. JEFF SAMPSON, (The Kennel
Club,UK, Genetic Co-ordinator), England
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MARIE MERCHANT, (Clanach),
Australia
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FRANK W. BJERKLUND, (Westaway),
Norway
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HENRIETTE SCHMIDT, (Hillcrest),
United States
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CAROLYN MUIRHEAD, (Shipden),
England
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CHRISTINA DANIELS, (Mistily's),
Sweden
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Prof. Dr. PETER G.C. BEDFORD, (Ophthalmogist),
England
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GILL AVERIS, BVMS,MRCVS (AI-specialist),
England
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MODERATOR:
DAVID SHIELDS, England |
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SATURDAY 15th |
| PROGRAM &
TIMETABLE FOR SYMPOSIUM DAY 1 |
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| 9am for
9.30 start |
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9am |
Coffee/tea/cold
drink ~ registration |
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9.30am |
David Swank introduces the
panellists and the moderator. Panellists in turn
give a brief resume of their involvement in the
breed appx 5 min. each |
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09.55
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Panellists each give a short
illustrated overview of the breed in their
respective countries (PowerPoint presentation -
optional) appx 8 mins each |
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10.35 am |
Question
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10.50 |
Gill Averis talk
of Artificial Insemination |
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11.20 pm |
Questions and answers |
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11.35 pm |
Jeff Sampson talk on genetics |
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12.15 pm |
Questions and
answers |
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12.30 pm |
LUNCH
- Hog Roast |
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1.30 pm |
Marie Merchant to explaine the
differences between the Origin/FCI standard and the
AKC standard |
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1.50 pm |
The Standard of the ESS. Each
panellist in turn interprets the standard with
supporting info and examples (powerpoint
presentation) appx 10 min. each |
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2.40 pm |
Questions and answers |
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3.00
pm |
Coffee/tea/cold
drink |
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3.15 pm |
Roll of the ESS in the field
Colin/Carolyn Muirhead |
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3.45
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Peter Bedfords presentation |
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4.15 pm |
Questions and answers |
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4.30 pm |
Moderator to sum up |
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4.40 pm |
Close David Swank |
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4.50 pm |
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SUNDAY 16th |
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PROGRAM & TIMETABLE FOR
SYMPOSIUM DAY 2 |
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10am start |
Marquee and centre ring |
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10am |
Lecture and
demonstration of judging protocols in
Scandinavia by representatives from Sweden and
Norway |
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12 mid-day |
Parade of Champions with
full history and commentary |
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12.30 pm |
Lunch |
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1 pm |
Lecture and
demonstration of judging protocols and an
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explanation of the
various class definitions in the UK |
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3:00 pm |
Open question time for panellist. Each
panellistmemeber |
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will be available to answervquestions from
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any subject relating to the English Springer
Spaniel |
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(in marquee) |
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3.40 pm |
Jan Fennell (The Dog Listener) to give a talk
with Q&A |
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Canine Communication |
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Agility
equipment will be available for use throughout
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Prof Peter Bedford will
be running an eye testing session |
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5 pm close |
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Vet. Gill Averis
Dr Jeff Sampson
Marie Merchant
Prof Peter Bedford
The whole amount raised at the
Southern English Springer Spaniel Society's
stand at the Symposium was donated to
The English Springer Spaniel Rescue.
Champion parade
 
UK Sh.Ch.Trimere Trading Places with
Sheldams & UK Sh.Ch.Trimere Total Devotion to
Dexbenella
 
UK Sh.Ch.Trimere Tiramisu & UK
Sh.Ch.Trimere Time And Again
 
UK Sh.Ch.Sheledams The Gamesmaster at
Dexbenella & UK Sh.Ch.Sheledams Arabesque
 
UK Sh.Ch.Mompesson Royal Destiny &
UK.Sh.Ch.Mompesson Royal Edition
 
UK Sh.Ch.Mompesson True Story &
UK Sh.Ch.Aurorsky Gemini at Trimere
 
UK Sh.Ch.Mompesson Secret Whispers &
UK Sh.Ch.Roqfolly Indigo Moods
Committee: Mrs Frances
Jackson
Miss Jan Fennell
Ms Trudy Topliss
Mr Robert Mitchell
Mr Colin Muirhead
Mrs Caroline Muirhead
Ms Margaret Scanlan
Mr Ray Smith
Mrs Ann Corbett
Ms Linda Holmgren (webdesign)
The official website of 4th International
English Springer Spaniel Symposium
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The 4th Symposium
REBECCA AND SUE WIMPEY , England
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The 4th International English Springer Spaniel
Symposium held at Scotterthorpe, Lincolnshire proved
to be an enormous success from the very beginning.
This two day event was blessed with glorious sunshine
and wonderful company. On Saturday morning everyone
gathered bright and early for the start of the
Symposium, for what was to be a very interesting day
ahead. The sun already blazing hot, welcome cups of
tea and coffee were readily served and all were soon
chatting and enjoying themselves. David Swank opened
the Symposium with a friendly introduction, and each
of the panellists provided a resume of their
involvement in the breed; the day was already off to
good start.
The morning was filled with two very fascinating
presentations. The first expert Gill Averis gave a
brilliant talk on Artificial Insemination, and the
pros and cons of the technique. Afterwards, Jeff
Sampson provided a marvellous lecture on his life-long
interest of canine genetics. These talks were a must
for both English Springer Spaniel breeders and dog
lovers alike.
At half twelve the Symposium broke for lunch, and
everyone tucked to a scrumptious hog roast. Lunch time
provided the opportunity for the people to get to know
one another and to take a refreshing drink. When lunch
time was over everyone retreated to the welcome shade
of the marquee in anticipation of more discussion.
Marie Merchant gave a very professional
presentation where she compared and contrasted the UK
and US breed standards, and afterwards the panellists
provided individual accounts of the ESS breed standard.
Each talk was varied and concise and complemented the
main discussion by Marie. Carolyn Muirhead then gave a
fascinating insight into the role of the ESS in the
field, which provided a reminder as to the original
purpose of the breed, and was excellent for anybody
who was interested in this aspect. The final
presentation of the day was provided by the expert
Peter Bedford concerning the subject of eye conditions.
This was found to be an extremely essential and
interesting talk, which increased my awareness of the
necessity for eye testing (especially for glaucoma) in
our breed. Overall the discussions during the first
day must have been both interesting and entertaining
for all experienced ESS enthusiasts and any newcomers
to the breed. It had been a lovely day, thoroughly
enjoyable and extremely worthwhile. Everyone was
looking forward to socialising and a good dance.
Saturday evening was spent at the White Swan Hotel
in Scotter for a buffet and disco. The light buffet
was just what was required after such a hot day, the
food was good, and dessert was particularly delicious.
Our symposium crowd were in good spirits and danced
all night long. New friends were made and old friends
had the opportunity to catch up with one another. It
was a very memorable evening indeed!
The second day started a little later than the
first, which was probably welcomed by most in
consideration of Saturday night's festivities. Sunday
proved to be even hotter than the Saturday, it was
another beautiful day and not a cloud was to be seen.
It was lovely to be in the fresh air in such a
beautiful part the world surrounded by merry dogs and
happy people. Sunday morning got off to another good
start, this time in the open air, where we were
provided with an interesting demonstration of the
judging protocols in Scandinavian countries. This
particular event was informative and good fun for all
participants. I am not sure who enjoyed themselves the
most, the owners or the dogs!
Then came the Parade of Champions which proved to
be one of highlights of the weekend. The rock band
Queen's "We are the champions" belted out from the
music system as the first of fourteen champions made
their way around the show ring and stood for
photographs. All the champions were impeccably turned
out and looked beautiful in the glowing sun. There was
even a heroic and valiant performance by one of the
champions with his poorly foot, who played to the
gallery even more after sufficient "ahhs" were
provided by the crowd! At the end of the parade all
the Champions gathered together for a final photo
shoot. It was a wonderful treat to see all the
beautiful dogs in a line up.
After lunch everyone gathered in the marquee where
our panel of experts were available to answer any
questions about the ESS. This provided the
participants with a good opportunity to ask any
questions that they had gathered during the weekend.
Then a light hearted dog quiz ensued, yet again,
everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. To round the
weekend off, Jan Fennell "The Dog Listener" gave a
marvellous talk about canine communication, and her
question and answers session was equally as
interesting. During the day there was also the
opportunity for any dogs to undergo an eye test by
Prof. Peter Bedford, who had given his discussion the
previous day.
The 4th International ESS Symposium was a great
opportunity which we would not have missed for the
World. We have been able to take home with us lots of
new knowledge and also lovely memories beside. The
hospitality provided by Glen Miller and Jan Fennell
was wonderful. Thank you to all of you whose hard work
has made our symposium weekend such a memorable and
worthwhile event.
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The 4th Symposium
DAVID SHIELDS, England
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"Over the weekend of July 15th and 16th,the
4thInternational English Springer Spaniel Symposium was
held in Lincolnshire. The event was blessed with two
days of glorious weather,infact at times it was to hot
for the participants, which could have been the excuse
for the steady supply of cold beers and lagers enjoyed
by many who were staying for the two days!
A strong International Panel, from
Australia,America,Sweden,Norway and the UK proceeded
over the event, with myself as the Moderator. The first
day started with each of the panellists giving a short
illustrated overview of the breed in their respective
countries. There then followed three excellent
presentations during the day from Gil Simpson on
artificial insemination, Jeff Sampson on genetics and
Peter Bedford on eye conditions. Each of these generated
lively questions and discussions. The panellists also
took it turn to go through their own interpretation of
the breed standard and Marie Merchant from Australia
presented on the differences between the UK/FCI standard
and the AKC standard. By the end of Marie’s presentation
it was agreed there was maybe not quite the differences
between the two standards as many thought, but was more
down to the fashions and the exaggerations our American
cousins are looking for in the breed. The official part
of the first day finished with Carolyn Muirheads giving
a presentation on the role of the ESS in the field. It
was then time for everyone to freshen up before the
evenings entertainment.
The second day started with a few sore heads from the
previous nights festivities, but these were soon
forgotten as the days programme got going. The first
event on the Sunday was a demonstration on the judging
system in Sweden and Norway, which those from the UK who
had never judged or visited shows in those countries
found most enlightening. The morning session ended with
a parade of 14 ESS champions, ending up with them all in
the ring together for a very informal photograph!!
After lunch a light hearted quiz kept everyone amused,
and a big thanks must go to the Springer world’s own
"Magnus Magnusson",Colin Corbett for organising this.
Proceedings ended with an open question and answer
session and a superb talk by Jan Fennel, the "Dog
Listener".
Apart from those from the UK who attended the two
days, there were visitors also from
America,Sweden,Finland,Norway,France and Wales!! All I
can say to you that could not make it, you don’t know
what you missed!
Last but not least a big thank you must go to the
organising committee and to Glen Miller and Jan Fennel
for opening their home to host the event."
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