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Dickens (Torfheide Bumble)

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We are very sad to tell you that Dickens passed away on 23 March 2022. Dickens was 9 years old and much loved by his humans, Sheila and Mark.

Dickens loved playing ball, going for walks and taking trips with Sheila and Mark in the car. He achieved Bronze, Silver and Gold Citizens awards and even tried his paw at Flyball at which he became a competent team member, despite not being a natural ball retriever. He enjoyed scent work and man trailing and has the proud honour of being the first Entlebucher to be placed at Crufts, taking second place in the very first class for Import Working Dogs.

Dickens was very loved within the Club and will be very much missed by all those who knew him. We send our love to Sheila and Mark at this difficult time.

Hendrix (Aukisson Swisstricolour)

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It is with great sadness that we have to let you know that Hendrix passed away on 1 December. Taken far too soon, Hendrix was much loved by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. We’d like to share Adrian’s words with you. .

“We’re both absolutely broken to be saying this but unfortunately we had to say goodbye to Hendrix yesterday morning. Everything happened very quickly with him falling ill on Monday and suddenly on Wednesday morning we discovered he had advanced cancer on his liver and spleen with nothing that could be done for him. He had fallen so ill so quickly that all we could do was comfort him one last time. Needless to say we are taking this very hard, he was a complete part of our lives and we know that everyone who got to know him will understand the loss. We know he was loved by so many of you also and that you, like us, are missing him.”

We send our love to Adrian and Katherine at this very difficult time.

CaicosRoos C litter has arrived!

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We are delighted to announce the safe arrival of CaicosRoos C litter yesterday – two little boys, Charlie Chaplin and Capella, and three little girls, Cup Cake, Coralie and Camille. Mum and puppies are all doing well. Congratulations to the proud parents, Babeli CaicosRoos and Ron (John Snow d’Isolagerre)!

A special delivery!

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A couple of months ago, Sybil (Eroica vom Rickental) took a short holiday in Cornwall, where she had a bit of a holiday romance with the handsome Leo (Torfheide D’Artagnan)! Today, Sybil gave birth to a beautiful little girl puppy and we’d like to congratulate the proud parents on her safe arrival. Pup is from Skyeannroos kennel and is yet to be named, but we think you’ll all agree that she is absolutely gorgeous!

Orson from Balihara Ranch

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It is always very sad when we hear of one of our dogs passing over the rainbow bridge and this year in particular, we’ve already said goodbye to too many of our Entlebucher friends! We are therefore very sorry to have to tell you that Orson from Balihara, one of our founding dogs, passed away yesterday at age 13. Born on 4th April 2007, Orson was the proud uncle and chief puppy sitter to Queenie’s litters. Orson was a truly gentle, though timid, much loved dog and our thoughts are with Kristina and Ed at this difficult time.

The patter of tiny paws …

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We’re please to let you know that the Club has had two matings recently. Sybil and Leo had a romantic encounter in Cornwall a few weeks ago, and Izzy and Bandet (pictured below) got together in the South East over the weekend. Everything seemed to go well for both couples, so we are keeping our fingers crossed for the patter of tiny paws in mid November and again in early December. Further pupdates to follow!

Buddy’s (Alfie Bangwood) achievements recognised by the Kennel Club

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We are pleased to announce that Buddy has qualified for the Kennel Club’s Show Certificate of Excellence. This is awarded to dogs who have achieved over 50 points in General and Group Open shows. It’s an amazing achievement for a dog in an import category and deserved recognition of all the hard word Buddy and his owners, Sian and Darren Baynton, have put in. Congratulations – we’re very proud of you all!

Arnie (Arnold from Torfheide)

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It is with a very heavy heart that I bring you the news that Arnie died on 5 August. Arnie was Shadow’s first born pup, the first ever Torfheide pup. He was named after the vet in Switzerland who saved the day when Shadow’s chip failed after she mated. Arnie’s family are devastated. He had surgery for a torn cruciate yesterday and came through it fine, but then this morning while still at the vet had a heart attack after a short walk. Sadly CPR was unsuccessful. Our love to Ceri Eagling and all the Eagling family at this very difficult time

Puppies!

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We are very pleased to announce that yesterday (27 April), Lia (Ophelia Vom Gspan) gave birth to five beautiful, healthy Entlebuchers. The three boys, Bach, Brahms and Bartok and two girls, Berlioz and Bliss are all doing well, as is Mum. Congratulations to the proud parents, Lia and Tsjerno and also to Lia’s humans, Vanessa and Steve.