Dogs From The Past

Sprucewood Briar  (Labrador Retriever)

Born in 1977 Gelert was Kath’s first purebred dog.  A yellow of most interesting pedigree.  His father was a gamekeepers dog with many of the famous old kennels behind him.  His mother was from show stock and again many of the well respected affix’s there.

This was the dog to start Kath’s interest in the gundog breeds, their pedigrees and their abilities.

Johndy Creme Velvet  (Labrador Retriever)

This yellow bitch was the start of Wendy’s 20 years in the show ring. (her interest in the breed began with a Labrador cross) 

Velvet was a yellow of the most loving, biddable temperament.  Put to Lugsmill Barrister of Linjor produced a very nice litter.  Four of these puppies went as Guide Dogs and were a great success.

Brackenlea Tess  (Golden Retriever)

Kath’s second dog was bought as a family pet but soon became her first show dog.  Tess  was a fabulous family dog and was shown for a while as a yearling.  We gained a VHC at a Golden Retriever Club Championship show and, among other placings, a Best of Breed at an Open Show in Neath.  Unfortunately, as Kath became more interested in the world of show dogs Tess didn’t!!

Nantddu Diamond for Bryncae (Field Spaniel)

Tia came to Bryncae in 1993 and was our first Field Spaniel.  She was eagerly awaited by Kath's daughter Katie, for Junior Handling competition (that is another story entirely). Tia was an education. Similar to retrievers in their nature but we soon learned that Field Spaniels think!!  Tia enjoyed a good show career and gained a RCC (at Crufts).

Linjor Liebchen of Eddytion  (Labrador Retriever)

A 2^nd litter from Velvet was not to be so Wendy bought in this black bitch from Linda Major’s successful kennel – Suede.  Shown lightly as a youngster but just did not enjoy it.  Kept by Wendy as a loving pet.