Some members of the club have asked if we could hold demonstrations of how to groom our precious Goldens and help them look their best – and we’re going to do it!
This Saturday, at the agility trial, we’re holding a general club meeting at 1 p.m. and after that, MFGRC vice-president Ann Rowe will give a demonstration on grooming ears.
At the next general meeting on Nov. 19 at the Ocala show, MFGRC board member Anney Doucette will give a demonstration on grooming feet.
The demonstrations will be very informal and please feel free to watch and ask questions.
OCALA MEETING NOTE
We’re going to make the meeting in Ocala extra special and fun with a pot luck lunch – we’ll send more information out about it later but please mark your calendars and try to make it to the meeting. It’ll be a great opportunity to socialize and get to know your fellow club members as we all share our love of Goldens.
The Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club is hosting an AKC All Breed Agility Trial this weekend (October 21, 22, & 23) at the Grand Oaks Resort in Weirsdale, Florida. This is the second time we have held an event at this beautiful location offering a great opportunity for members to come out, watch the dogs perform, help and see the beautiful setting of the Grand Oaks Re-sort. Nestled amongst majestic tall oaks and green pastures you can hear and see the rhythm of horse beats in perfect sync or perhaps even see a grand four-in-hand horse and carriage skim by. Either way it is worth the drive to see this beautiful Florida gem. There is a great Bistro on site and carriage rides are available (reservations required). Our club will be conducting a general meeting at the agility trial site on Saturday at 1pm as well. The trial is being held under cover in a large packed dirt arena with plenty of shade and things to see. So why not spend some time to come help the club and see the beautiful sites at the Grand Oaks. Below is the address to the Grand Oaks Resort.
Thank you!
The Grand Oaks Resort
3525 Griffin Ave
Lady Lake, Fl. 32159
352-750-5500
The Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club will hold an Agility Fun Day and general meeting on Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Best Paw Forward training center in Osteen, Fla.
The event will give members and their Goldens the opportunity to try the sport of Agility in a fun, no-pressure atmosphere. P.J. Lacette, one of the founders of the MFGRC and a lifetime member, will host the event and provide training.
Agility training will be from 9-11 a.m. followed by lunch and a club meeting. (Members should bring their own lunch).
So that organizers can properly prepare for the day, it is asked that members planning to attend please RSVP to MFGRC club secretary Andy Hall at andyhall58@hotmail.com with how many people and how many dogs.
Osteen is located in southwest Volusia County between Sanford and Port Orange. It’s an easy drive for members in the Orlando area as well as those in the Space Coast and Mt. Dora/Sorrento areas.
P.J. strongly recommends that club members print out the directions to her facility and follow the directions very closely rather than relying on their GPS devices. Here is a link to the directions:
Our next event will be a Fun Field Day and General Meeting this Sunday May 15th at 9am.
Even if you’re not currently running your dogs in hunt tests or field trials, it’s a great opportunity to experience our goldens enjoying their natural instincts. Come join us for a day of golden fun and human camaraderie!
The Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club held its annual “Fun Match” on Saturday, March 19, at the home of Ann Rowe in Sorrento, Florida, with Rally, Obedience and Conformation competition.
Rally
Rally Novice qualifiers in MFGRC Fun Match held March 19 in Sorrento, Fla., were first place Deborah Dean (right) and her Australian Cattle Dog Timber Iselin and second place Barbara Anderson (left) and her Golden
Retriever Emma (Magik Circle of Life). Ellen Bartkus, who judged Rally, is with all in the photos.
Deborah Dean (right) and her Australian Cattle Dog Timber Iselin and second place Barbara Anderson (left) and her Golden Retriever Emma (Magik Circle of Life). Judge Ellen Barktus (center).
Rally Advanced was won by Ann Rowe with her Golden Retriever Mogul (CH Magik’s Ice on the Slopes).
Ann Rowe with her Golden Retriever Mogul (CH Magik’s Ice on the Slopes). Judge Ellen Barktus (right).
Rally Excellent was won by Michele Throm with her Golden Retriever Bella (Magik’s Emerald Belle Of The Ball)
Michele Throm with her Golden Retriever Bella (Magik’s Emerald Belle Of The Ball). Judge Ellen Barktus (right).
Conformation (Golden Retrievers only)
Dogs
3-6 months: Magik’s Gary Player (owner Ann Rowe)
6-9 months: Jazzie’s Magik’s Hook ‘em Horns (owner Ann Rowe)
9-12 months: Lakewood James
12-19 months: Magik’s Frozen Snowman (owner Ann Rowe)
BEST PUPPY: Jazzie’s Magik’s Hook ‘em Horns JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP: Lakewood James Adult Dog: Magik Top of the Cosmic Mountain (owner Barbara Hall)
Bitches
3-6 months: Magik’s Dance Party (owner Ann Rowe)
6-9 months: Deauquest the Dance (owner Dee Thibodeaux)
9-12 months: Magik’s One of A Kind (owner Ann Rowe)
12-18 months: Jazzie’s Where Everyone Knows Your Name (owner Rosa Blair)
Adult Bitches: Mischief Divine Emerald (owner Camille Doehring) Veterans: Mischief Law and Order (owner Camille Doehring)
BEST IN MATCH: Mischief Divine Emerald (owner Camille Doehring)
