Walkies! New term is looming for Bognor dogs

The opening sessions on Thursday and Friday (September 5 and 5) will cater for all levels of experience and age of dogs. Courses range from puppy and pre-beginner to advanced level. They provide instruction to owners and dogs on basic obedience and dog-control techniques. Training classes are held at Felpham Memorial Village Hall and run for ten weeks. They start from 6.30pm. The exact times depend on the class being attended. Training lasts for about an hour '“ 30 minutes for puppies '“ during which time dogs and owners take part in practical exercises and can make new friends. More information is available at the website or from Pam on 01243 827962, Hilary on 01243 860083 or Maureen on 01243 825475. These are the results of the last end-of-term tests: Thursday - Pre-beginners: 1 - Ann Whitney, Wilf (bearded collie), pass; 2 - Debbie Waters, Bella (Jack Russell), pass. Not for competition: Ruth Dukes, Star (golden retriever), pass; Nick Bradley, Oscar (border collie), pass; Katie Hunting, Oliver (German pointer), pass; Diane Greig, Dexter (whippet), pass. Novice: 1 - Sue Davies, Lily (border collie), pass; 2 - Nicole Nagel, Bruno (cross breed), pass; 3 - Sue Pitman, Connie (German short-haired pointer), pass; 4 - Nicole Nagel, Fritzbee (cross breed). Friday - Pre-beginners: 1 - Hayley Climpson, Star (labrador), pass; 2 - Cindy Heppell, Charlie (Staffordshire terrier), pass; 3 - Larry Tye, Boysey (German shepherd dog), pass; 4 - Kirsty Alder, Scooby (cross breed); 5 - Roy Morris, Ashley (cocker spaniel). Beginners: 1 - Judy Barnett, Taryn (husky), pass; 2 - Ashley Carter, Tom (border collie), pass; 3 - Linda Farr, Toddy (border collie), pass; 4 - Wendy Ewer, Maggie-May (cross breed). A Class: 1 - Veronica Migliorini, Bronte (labrador); 2 - Pam Thompson, Katie (flat coated retriever); 3 - Sue Weller, Teasel (cross breed); 4 - David Oliver, Hattie (flat coated retriever). Trophies Best retrieve: Linda Farr, Toddy (border collie). Gundog heelwork, not A class: Sue Pitt, Connie (German s/h pointer). Tobias Trophy: Sue Davies, Lily (border collie). Shepperton Trophy: Nicole Nagel, Bruno (cross breed). Bill Sayers Poppy Trophy: Nicole Nagel, Bruno. Tyson Trophy: Valerie Blissett, Kiyo (Japanese malamute). Best terrier: Debbie Waters, Bella (Jack Russell). Best veteran: Sally-Ann Gilpin, Lucky (cross breed). Bronze good citizen tests at summer companion dog show: Janet Baldwin, Mollie (rottweiler); Chrissie Cheshire, Fergal (border collie); Linda Farr, Toddy (border collie); Caroline Harvey, Stanley (shih-tzu); Katie Hunting, Oliver (German pointer); Joyce Gibson, Scoobie (Sheltand sheepdog); Jo Rogerson, Sassy (German shepherd dog); Wendy Ewer, Maggie-May (cross breed); Valerie Blisset, Kiyo (Alaskan malamute); Nick Bradley, Oscar (border collie). Non-club members: Sam White, Laccie (cocker spaniel); Hayley Climpson, Star (labrador); Pam Casado, Aussie (border collie). Judged by Carolyn Menteith, of Your Dog magazine. What do you think? Click here to send a letter or leave a comment below. Click here to go back to Chichester news Click here to go back to Bognor Regis news Click here to go back to Midhurst and Petworth news To tell us where in the world you are reading this story click on the link below to add yourself to our readers' map. MAP.