Heidi (Amaryllis Tytoalba)

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It is with great sadness that we have to let you know that yesterday Heidi crossed the rainbow bridge. As many of you will know, Heidi was born with Ectopic Ureter, a condition which is life limiting and most puppies born with that condition die at birth or before the age of three. Heidi amazed us all and reached the grand age of six. Despite her health issues, Heidi was an incredibly happy dog with a beautiful character and all those who had the pleasure of knowing her, loved her very much.

Heidi spent most of her six years with her adopted humans, Sarah and Amber, and step-sisters Bella and Babeli. She also spent many happy holidays with Chris and Jeff, and their Entlebucher, Ruby.

I leave the final words of this tribute to Sarah.

“We made her a flower collar and she crossed the rainbow bridge looking like a queen with dog roses, lavender, red roses, buttercup, daisy and willow around her neck, she looked beautiful. Everyone who sees her body will know that she was very very loved.  

She had a great day of ‘favourites’ … she went to the river, got a brand new tennis ball which is with her and she had sausage rolls for tea!”

Our thoughts are with Sarah, Jeff and Chris at this difficult time.

Rest in peace Heidi Roo.

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!

Why not take part in our online Christmas Quiz?

Fundraising

After the success of our first ever Zoom Quiz in August, we’re holding our Christmas Quiz on Tuesday 8 December at 8.00pm. All are welcome, whether members of the Club or not, and all proceeds will go to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog Club Rescue Fund. If you’ve not done an online quiz before, why not give it a go – there will be questions for everyone, including picture rounds and a 50/50 round. We look forward to seeing you there!

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!

Addie (Adrienne from Torfheide)

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We are very sad to bring you news that Addie passed away on 21 September, after a short illness. Addie was one of Shadow’s first litter, and much loved companion of Kathryn Sosville. Addie loved playing ball and is pictured below taking a well earned breather after a game. She will be reunited with her brother, Arnie, who crossed the rainbow bridge himself a short time ago. We send our love to Kathryn at this very difficult time.

And our first ever Zoom Quiz champions are…

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Sian Baynton and her mum!

On 18th August we held our first ever Zoom Quiz to raise funds for the Rescue Fund. Eight teams entered and Sian and her mum were worthy winners of a close contest, just one point ahead of Ros Kind and Chris Platt! Apparently it’s important to know your dog breeds from your chicken breeds!

We’d like to thank everyone who entered the quiz and also those who donated – your contributions raised £355 for the rescue fund, which is very much appreciated. Also, thank you to our quiz master for the evening, Lucy Lewis, who did a sterling job!

Look out for details of our Christmas Quiz!