EDITORIAL 2011 DECEMBER CLUMBERS by Jan Irving

Welcome A full and fun packed issue, although I have been sadly let down by big promises, there are no interviews this time – I can’t keep readers waiting any longer. I am not sure if everyone is really that busy, or if they find the questions just too ‘in depth’, if the latter, hmmm, perhaps … read more …


CLUMBER HISTORY by Bryant Freeman PhD

When the American Kennel Club was founded in 1884, only nine breeds were recognized: four Spaniels (Cocker, Clumber, Sussex, Irish Water Spaniel), three Setters (Irish, English, Gordon), the Pointer and the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. (Those were the simple, good old days!). Thus undisputedly the Clumber is one of the nine oldest breeds recognized … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


CLUMBERS – HOW THEY GROW! by Jan Irving

End of year project, for us all! I was looking at pups the other day, and then flipped back through some of my archival pics, and thought, hey, about time we all got together and did a ‘then’ and ‘now’ photo line up, just so we can see how much (actually how little) Clumbers change … read more …


2011 INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM – report by Roe Froman, DVM by Roe Froman, DVM

I had the great pleasure of attending the International Clumber Spaniel Symposium hosted by the Swedish club this year, in conjunction with their club shows. I was delighted to be invited to speak about how Clumber fanciers worldwide can work together to keep improving the health of this breed we all love so … read more …


2011 INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM & EVENTS – report by Jackie Crawford by Jackie Crawford

We had planned to come over to Sweden for over a year, for the Seminar, attend the shows and then to bring Rut, (Spindel’s Garden Party at Minglas) back to the UK. With five people and four dogs it was going to be a holiday spread out over two weeks – with 10 days … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


2011 INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM by Lotta Olsson

After years of planning it was finally time for the international seminar and the two exhibitions.�The Thursday afternoon was full of expectations with Clumber enthusiasts from around the world gather for the ninth international Clumber seminar and the two shows. The view overlooking lake V�ttern from the high-situated hotel V�tterleden which also is … read more …


2011 SWEDISH SHOWS AND EVENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM by Lotta Olsson

We held the Symposium first, see separate report. Friday night offered a barbeque, Obedience Championship and Coco�s Retrieving Cup and we almost made it without any rain! The sudden weather shifts in this region, we would really get to experience over the weekend … The obedience championship had a record number … read more …


COMPUTERIZING YOUR PEDIGREE INFORMATION by John Woodlief

Review of the pedigree program �Breeding Master� … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


RARE GEM

Limited edition of one per breed, only one Clumber will ever be made in this design, … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


AROUND the WORLD of CLUMBERS by extra snippets of Clumber news

Spice Twice Bors De Ganis was Best of Breed and Best in Show 2 (Reserve Best in Show) at the Finnish Spaniel Club in 2011! He also completed his Finnish championship title with the breed win. Judge was Kathy Gorman (UK) … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


CLUMBERED – POSTAGE STAMPS by Jan Irving

My parents, in seeking a hobby for their daughter, thought postage stamps would be a good one. It didn’t take me long to realize how many postage stamps there were, or the variety that could be sought when printing mistakes and the like were taken … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


A DOG TO REMEMBER by June Greig ill by Gina Duffy by Jan Irving

This title is for those that have lost a canine friend. We have all lost great dogs and pined for them, this title may help many to rekindle the great personalities we are grieving for. … read more …


DIVERSITY AND THE PUREBRED DOG (The Poodle and the Chocolate Cake) by John Armstrong

genetics and breeding can be complex subjects because there is a lot of information to take on board and consequent decisions and balancing of risks to assess. Many newcomers (some old hands too) find it a bit overwhelming so I have decide to run this excellent series by the late Dr John Armstrong – you … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


SUBSCRIBERS SPECIALS

From time to time I am pleased to be able to offer subscribers a discount on our books. We now have two titles available at a discount for our subscribers, and more will appear down the track. … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


FIDO POWERS PAST NUMBER 50 by company press release

FIDO Friendly�magazine,�leading dog travel experts since 2001, is ready to launch its celebratory 50th�golden issue. Golden Girl and animal lover, Betty White, graces our cover in the name of dog. � As part of our anniversary festivities, we are launching the first in a series of giveaways featuring rescue dogs to subscribers. Our inaugural photo … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


THE 5CS THAT MAKE EACH AND EVERY DOG – THE HIND FOOT by Barbara Irving BVSc
Part of a long series of comprehensive articles Barbara Irving has successfully bred dogs for over 50 years. This experience and her knowledge as a Veterinary Surgeon are combined here to give an informative view of the dog. Dr Irving is the author of THE PUPPY BOOK, DOG BREEDING ITS REALITY & PRACTICALITY, and … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


CLUMBER SCRAPBOOK : BOOK ONE, CHAPTER THREE by Jan Irving

Ok, this time three finds from the local dog library, I do have a bit of an advantage there in that I volunteer with them, but if you ever get a chance to drop in your own local library or dog library and find some fabulous archival material see … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


BREEDING

Quotes and information about breeding … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


SHOWING

Great tips and ideas on how to improve your handling/showing techniques … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing


TRAINING

Quotes and information about training … subscribers only … or click here to find out about subscribing