The prestigious Junior Handler of the Year Final will take place at London’s leading dog event, Discover Dogs 2008, this weekend for the first time.
The final will bring together 14 of the best young dog handlers from around the UK, aged from 6 to 16, who must demonstrate their dog handling ability and rapport with not only their own, but an unfamiliar dog as well.
The exciting competition is supported by Agria Pet Insurance - providers of pet healthcare insurance services on behalf of the Kennel Club - who are proud to support a competition that encourages the young, aspiring dog enthusiasts of the future.
The final will commence at 9.45am on Sunday 9th November at Discover Dogs at Earls Court in London.
The 14 Finalists are:
- Charlotte Dalgamo - 6-11 Hound
- Fiona Mycroft 12-16 Hound
- Melissa Phillips 6-11 Toy
- Shannon Roberts 12-16 Toy
- Antonia Leech 6-11 Pastoral
- Page Allen 12-16 Pastoral
- Connor Perks 6-11 Working
- Holliie Kavanagh 12-16 Working
- Libby Jones 6-11 Terriers
- Jenni Tobijanski 12-16 Terriers
- Heather Brawn 6-11 Gundogs
- Amy Balch 12-16 Gundogs
- Arron Williams 6-11 Utility
- Bethan Williams 12-16 Utility
WHAT: UK Junior Handler of the Year
WHEN: Sunday 9th November, 12.40pm (Following Junior Handling Final)
WHERE: Discover Dogs 2008, Main Ring, Earls Court 2, London
