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Camlough,is a picturesque village in South Armagh, overshadowed by Camlough mountain and Slieve Gullion. This magnificent scenery is mirrored by the famous Camlough lake, which is 2 miles long, and nestles between these two famous mountains. Camlough, is situated on the periphery of the "Ring of Gullion" and is an area of outstanding natural beauty and rich green countryside. The village has become very popular with visitors in the summertime, who find a warm welcome in the village, and especially at the annual Feile and Dog show, which has now become one of the highlights of the year in the town.

 

Last Saturday the 4th of August was that day,the day of the annual dog show in Camlough. From early morning, family men,women,children,dogs and trailers in tow, began arriving at the venue in the village. The sun shone all day, and the wee people played to their hearts content in full view of their parents and charges. As well as the dog show, there was a wide variety of entertainment both for Adults and children to see and partake in.

 

As I strolled around the field,I stopped off at Pets Corner.It was a real treat to see the little happy faces of the children,as there eyes could not beleive what they were seeing . There was Donkeys/Alpacas/Shetland Ponies/Pigs/Rabbits/Snakes/A Goat/Soay Sheep/Hens and Geese. What a menagery of animals and pets. There was also Pony Rides. Further up the field Bouncy Castles were in place, absolutely wonderful and well supervised. Some tired children and adults on Satuday night.

 

Here are some Random Results from Sturday.

 

 

Racing Results

 

Terrier Racing

 

Young Man

 

Lurcher Racing

 

Lurcher Pup Race

 

1/ Charlene Rafferty with Fizz

 

2/ Michelle Rafferty with Zena

 

 

Under 21s

 

1/ Deidre Mc Coy with Paris

2/ Fiona Devlin with Angel

 

Over 23s

 

1/ John Humphries with Rebel

2/ Fiona Devlin with Maverick

 

Under 23s

 

1/ Nigel Greer with Sunshine

2/ Rose Mc Coy with Luna

 

Whippet Racing

 

1/ Patsy and Deidre Mc Coy with RIO

 

Greyhounds

 

Tom Barry with Jack

 

Hurdle Final

 

1/ Steven Dummigan

2/ Deidre Mc Coy

 

Whippet Pups

 

Sophie Harpur

 

Whippet Hurdles

 

1/ Bolt with Gavin Wright

2/ Kieran Neeson with Jess

 

Congratulations to all the winners.

 

Showing

 

Pet Class

 

Clodagh Dunbar

Katie Hatton

 

A Big congratulations Clodagh and Katie and all the other wee people who took part.

 

Whippets

 

Whippet Puppy Dog or Bitch

 

John Mc Stay with Patch

 

Whippet Bitch

 

1/Jason Dunwoody

2/ Kieran Neeson Junior

3/ Allanah Harpur

 

Whippet Dog

 

1/ Rose Mc Coy with Rio

2/ John Shaw

3/ Gary Kane

 

Working Whippet Bitch

 

1/ Jason Dunwoody

 

Working Whippet Dog

 

1/ Glen Doherty

2/ Gary Kane

 

Vetern Whippet

 

John Mc Stay

 

Whippet Pairs

 

1/ John Mc Stay

2/ Allanah Harpur

 

Overall Whippet Champion

 

Jason Dunwoody

 

Reserve Champion

Rose Mc Coy

 

Congratulations to Jason and Rose and to all above winners. Well done.

 

Terriers

 

Dog Pup

 

John Heslip

 

Bitch Pup

 

John Heslip

 

Russell Dog

 

John Heslip

 

Fell Lakeland Dog

 

John Heslip

 

Fell Lakeland Bitch

 

Peter Morgan

 

Patterdale Dog

 

John Heslip

 

Patterdale Bitch

 

Ian Heslip

 

Border Class

 

Tracy Gill

 

Crossbreed

 

Liam Black

 

Working Class

 

Peter Morgan

 

Overall Terrier Champion

 

John Heslip

 

Reserve

 

John Heslip

 

Congratulations John, well done.

 

Lurchers

 

Puppy

1/ Charlene Rafferty

 

Over 23 Rough

1/ Glen Doherty

 

Over 23 Smooth

1/ John Humphries

 

Whippet Cross

1/ Lisa Dummigan

 

Under23 Rough

1/ Chontelle Mc Meekin

 

Under 23 Smooth

1/ Fiona Devlin

 

Terrier Bull Cross

1/ Michael Smith

 

Hare Dog

1/ Chris Hallissey

 

Lamping Class

1/ Fiona Devlin

 

Collie Cross

1/ William Hill

 

Vetern Lurcher

 

1/ Curtis Hallissey

2/ Rose Mc Coy

3/ Arlene Mc Clurkin

 

Overall Lurcher Champion

 

Michael ( Mickey) Smith

 

Reserve Champion

 

William Hill

 

A Big Congratulation to Michael and William and well done.

 

Greyhounds

 

1/ Morgan Barry

2/ Ethan Barry

 

A Big congratulations to Morgan and Ethan. Daddy Tom and Mammy Leanne will be very proud of you both.

 

Overall Puppy Champion went to:

 

Charlene Rafferty with Nina.

 

Congratulations and well done Charlene.

 

 

*Overall Best in Show went to :

Michael Smith*

 

Jason Dunwoody and John Heslip were runner ups.

 

A Big congratulations to all, and well done Michael.

 

 

And Finally, may I take this opportunity to thank Pearse O Hagan, his lovely wife, and his brilliant team of helpers for a most enjoyable day and a brilliant show. Thanks to all the judges and stewarts who carried out their duties with effiency and sincerity. Not an easy job, well done to you all. Bluebell, Deidre Mc Coy was there to take the photographs, and I cannot wait to see them. Thanks for that "Bluebell " Again Pearse thank you for a great day, and look forward to doing it all again next year Please God.

 

 

Margaret Mc Stay

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Yes Liam (Young Man ), definately will be at Birr. Just cannot wait. Always a great weekend. Really was glad to see you enjoying yourself on Sunday, and I am sure you enjoyed out with Jed yesterday. You were a great help at the racing,and a joy to be around. You are a credit to your parents and keep up the interest. We all look out for you, and keep you safe at the shows. Mind that arm, and we will see you shortly.

 

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