Carlow Charity Dog Show and Raceday ( Stephanie O Connors Show) Sunday 7thApril 19
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By appleblossom
Please note the IWTF Show advertised for this Sunday 10th August at Slane was cancelled a month ago , but will be back again in 2026. Margaret McStay -
By appleblossom
The Burren Charity Working Dog Show and Raceday Saturday 26th July 25 From the Pen of Margaret Mc Stay As the clock on the wall jingled out its usual dulcet tones on Saturday morning, it signalled the start of a new day for us and another great sporting event on our country sports calendar. With Mrs Sat Nav being our guiding light along the way, and the beautiful Mourne Mountains following us enroute, very soon The Burren came into view and the dog show venue for the day. And what a venue that was. It was evident the amount of hard work the Burren Team had put into this show ground. It was in tiptop condition with six toilets on site, rings well spaced out and a superb racetrack with a very steep hill. And what a tester for our dogs this track was. With the sun shining down all day in abundance and a very large gathering of canine folk from North and South of the border, the atmosphere was electric. I can honestly say this was the biggest show I have been at this year and all for a great charity. As the day progressed I took a stroll around the many stands dotted around the field. I stopped of at Mick Mc Cormacks stand. Mick and Lorna are always so welcoming and have a stand full of everything for the hunting fraternity. Next door was flight & bite Outdoor Clothing & Footwear. I had a great we chat with owner Richard Caddell. Richard and I go back a very long time from our times at The Great Games Fairs of Ireland at Shanes Castle. I think most of our outdoor gear for dog shows were bought of this man over the years. You would not go hungry at this show. Burgers/Drinks/ Snacks/Teas and coffee were all available on site. The children had a field day with a child handling class. Every child got a medal and a bag full of goodies. With their barking and crooning canine friends by their sides, these little people were in their happy place and full of winning spirit As the day progressed into evening, it was raffle time and then the excitement began. It is unbelievable the buzz of excitement the raffle generates to the people around the ring. There were some great items in the raffle, and some very happy campers going home with great prizes The Racing started at approximately 12 noon followed by Showing. Here are the Racing and Showing Results: ***Racing Results*** Pups Kieran with Jimmy Kirsty with Sika Whippet James Mullen with Junior James Mullen with Toby Under 21s Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Bill Rose Mc Coy with Arlo Under 22s Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Venus Rose Mc Coy with Texas Under 23 elite Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Lady Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Cody Under 23s traditional lurcher Mj with Lila Under 24 smooth Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Jack Rose Mc Coy with Prada Under 24 hairy Harry Roche with Sula Joyce Scott with Susan Master McGrath Jake with Storm Joyce Scott with Guss Mick the Miller Jed Donagh with Chaz Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Sugar Light bull Yapper Hayes with Lady Leigh Thompson with Roxy Heavy bull Joyce Scott with Mable Leigh Thompson with King Terrier Matthew Wisdom with Rocco Elaine with Ruby Greyhounds Barry Holland with Hunter ***Showing Results*** Overall Champion Pup Clodagh Gentle with Dash Overall Champion Whippet James Mullen with Toby Overall Champion Lurcher Shane Burns with Buster Overall Champion Terrier Marty Mc Donald with Rebel Overall Champion Strong Dog Chris Mc Court with Sandy Overall Champion Hound Iveaghs Grapevine Overall Champion and Best in Show Marty Mc Donald with Rebel Overall Champion Reserve Chris Mc Court with Sandy Congratulations to all above winners and well done. And Finally, may I take this opportunity to thank the judges on the day, for doing a wonderful job.The Judging was delivered with accuracy and integrity, and a job was well done by all. A special word of thanks to these legends in the Doggie world yes The Mc Grath Dog Racing Club Carlow. Again this year Biddy, you and the boys, and you as a team excelled yourselves in everything you done on the day for the Burren Working Dog Charity Show and Club and many thanks for that. You have been so helpful to so many clubs North and South of the border over the years and long may it last. Finally, Finally this top show would not of been possible without this now well experienced and brilliant show organiser. Yes, I would like to thank the coordinator of this spectacular charity event Stephen Mc Nally and his family, Dad Louis, mother Margaret, brothers Martin and Noel, sister Theresa, Philip Mackin, and a most willing, helpful and friendly back up team and helpers for another top charity show and race day. A light went out in the Mc Nally household, when Stephen and his family lost a son and a beloved brother to cancer. This is total heart break for any family, but Stephens reason and inspiration behind the Burren Charity Working Dog Shows is to keep the memory of his brother alive through giving back to the charities, through his dog shows to the people who helped the family in their hour of need. This years chosen charity “Daisy Lodge Cancer Fund For Children “ is a charity that makes a real difference in the lives of families affected by cancer. Their mission is to empower and connect families, giving them the support they need to cope with the emotional and practical challenges of a cancer diagnosis. They also stand beside bereaved families, offering care and guidance to those grieving the loss of a child or parent. This is where your gate, racing, ring and raffle contribution to The Burren Charity Working Dog Show will go to, and what a very worthy cause. For that we truly thank you for your contribution. Thanks to Stephen and the Burren Team for a most enjoyable day, for the kindness you have shown to John and myself on the day. A brilliant venue and a brilliant day full of lovely memories, and I am already looking forward to more of the same god willing in 2026. To we meet again God Bless. Margaret Mc Stay -
By appleblossom
The Keep er Lit Dog Show and Raceday Sunday 20th July 2025
Doagh Equestrian is situated on the beautiful Antrim coast in the village of Doagh, Co Antrim. This was a new venue for the “Keep er Lit” Dog show and Race day and the ideal spot for last Sundays Show.
From early morning, cars and trailers arrived from North and South of the border. Some people came as far away as Limerick and Drogheda with families and dogs in tow. Our good canine folk love a good dog show in the summer and a chat with like minded people. They certainly were not disappointed at the Keep er Lit show.
As the show progressed, so did the banter and the craic. The rings were well spaced out with a good long race track. Paul Boyd was there with his country sports stand, with everything needed in the hunting fraternity.
Some very tasty burgers were available on site and an Equestrian shop with great discounts on offer on the day. I had to take control of my retail therapy when I got into that shop, as I was like a child in a toy shop with to much to choose from.
The weather was glorious all day and at times to warm. As usual the raffle generated a great buzz around the field with some great prizes on offer.
The show started with the racing first at approximately 12.30
Here are the Racing and Showing Results
Racing Results from the Pen of Biddy Mc Grath
Whippets
Fred Gentle with Clive
Fred Gentle with Susie
Under 21s
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Bill
Rose Mc Coy with Arlo
Under 22s
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Ruby
Rose Mc Coy with Texas
Under 23s
Kirby-Jane Mc Kibben with Shiba
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Cody
Under 24 smooth
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Jack
Rose Mc Coy with Prada
Under 24 Hairy
Jed Donagh with Tess
Matthew with Rebel
Bullcross Light
Yapper Hayes with Lady
Joyce Scott with Axle
Bullcross Heavy
Joyce Scott with Mable
Matthew with Willow
Pups
Lewis Lyons with Rex
Gadgie with Sport
Greyhound
Barry Holland with Hunter
Katelyn Mc Kenzie with Luna
Mick the Miller
Jed Donagh with Chance
Lynzi Gardiner Magill with Sugar
Master Mc Grath Qualifer
Paul Owens with King
Jack Townsend with Xara
Showing Results from the Pen of Leigh Thompson
Overall Champion Lurcher
Ged Donagh with Shea
Reserve
Lisa Beggs with Rossa
Overall Champion Whippet
Karla Wilson with Junior
Reserve
John Shaw with Blue
Overall Champion Terrier
Kenny Hamilton with Ned
Reserve
Ged Donagh with Pip.
Overall Champion Pet
Jackie with Frost
Reserve
Michelle Wendt with Harry
Overall Strong Dog Champion
Franky Corrigan with Prada
Reserve
Graham Ryan with Winnie
Overall Show Champion and Best in Show
Ged Donagh with Shea
Reserve Overall Show Champion
Franky Corrigan with Prada
Overall Puppy Champion
Graham Ryan with Celt
Congratulations to all above winners.
And Finally, may I take this opportunity to thank the judges and their ring stewards on the day,on behalf of the Keep er Lit Team for a job well done.
Strong Dog Judge : Gareth Barnett
Lurcher Judge : Gerard Melaugh
Whippet Judge : Colin Maguire
Terrier Judge : Martin Breen
Pets Judge : Gail Ross
Judging is not an easy job, but you were consistent and fair, and very successful with the end product.
The racing was carried out as usual to perfection by The Mc Grath Racing Club Carlow. These people have many years experience in the Canine world both in showing and racing and their input helps to alleviate the pressure on the show organizer on the day. A job well done Biddy and team.
Some lovely photographs were taken on the day by various people, and no doubt these will be up on the site shortly.
And Finally, Finally, they say behind every good man is a good woman and Leigh Thompson along with Paddy Gibson, you both definitely fitted into that category. Your show was run with impeccable organisation. It was evident on the day a lot of hard work and sleepless nights was put into this now annual Show. Leigh and Paddy you pulled out all the stops on the day and produced a top class show in a top class venue. Well done and a credit to you both.
I am Looking forward to more of the same in 2026. Thank you for the memories.To we meet again God Bless.
Margaret Mc Stay
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By appleblossom
FROM THE PEN OF MARGARET MC STAY ****RIGHT FOLKS UPWARDS AND ONWARDS.**** ANOTHER TOP SHOW THIS WEEKEND. ALL ROADS LEAD TO THE BURREN DOG SHOW AND RACEDAY THIS SATURDAY 26th JULY 2025. FOLKS THIS SHOW IS A CHARITY SHOW IN AID OF DAISY LODGE CANCER FUND FOR CHILDREN AND ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE DAY GOES TO THIS SPECIAL CHARITY. ****REMEMBER EVERY PENNY YOU CONTRIBUTE TO THIS VERY SPECIAL SHOW AND CAUSE ON THE DAY , HELPS MAKE SOME LITTLE ONE SOMEWHERE VERY COMFORTABLE IN THEIR HOUR OF NEED.**** HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE FOR YOUR SAT NAVS: Greenan Road Newry BT34 2PT Margaret Mc Stay -
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