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20th April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

South Eastern Toy OPEN Show April 2025

As this show is reasonably near and I had confidence in our judge Peter Young, I went along with Harry.

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18th April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Rosie on Her 11th Birthday

Rosie is doing well at 11-years-old and she is a pleasure to have about says owners Juliet & Hannah Woods

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16th April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

THE COST OF CHOCOLATE: DOG OWNERS URGED TO BE VIGILANT

As owner from Kent warns of the dangers of chocolate, after emotional and costly Easter for her two dogs, Rolo

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MEMBERS STORIES
10th April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER’S STORY – Chrisi Burns

I am the very proud mum of Loki, who is 6 years old. He is just so very adorable and

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4th April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Pet Cafe Trip for Alfie’s 11th Birthday

Alfie has enjoyed his birthday treat today a visit to the pet cafe at the garden center. 11 years ago

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4th April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Seraphina is 11-years Old

Happy Birthday to our very special girl Seraphina who is 11 years old today Seraphina is mother and grandmother to

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3rd April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

New Hair Cut For Baby Bear’s 11th Birthday

Happy 11th birthday to dear Baby Bear – she is sporting her new puppy hair cut too (the first time

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31st March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

News From Our American Member

Congratulations to Ikuko Hisaka of Elfin Bolognese who is the first Bolognese breeder to receive a Breeder of Merit Certificate

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MEMBERS STORIESPostsTrain your dog
31st March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Turning my Dogs Urban

When I was growing up my mum bred cavaliers and she was always adamant that puppies should only go to

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NEWSPosts
28th March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Challenge Certificates for Bolognese, by Chris Thatcher

You may have recently noticed a post on the website about three breeds being given Championship status. One of these

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25th March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Surrey MEET UP Sunday 8th June 2025

We are pleased to announce a MEET UP near Reigate in Surrey on Sunday the 8th of June 2024. We

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19th March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Elmo Looks Great at 14!

Elmo is 14 today!!! Happy Birthday Elmo! Amanda Lawson

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19th March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Jane wins Best of Breed at 9-months in the US

Last weekend, we had a very fun time at the AKC show, hosted by the Silver Falls Kennel Club. On

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19th March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HEALTH MATTERS – Small Tumour

At the end of 2023 I took my Bolognese Emi to our veterinary clinic. We tend to see different vets

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10th March 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Sunny Day for Bella’s 12th Birthday

Our first Bolognese, Bella, is 12 years old today. She is well behaved, beautiful and normally very chilled out but

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28th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

A Pawsome Celebration

Happy 3rd Birthday to our Adorable Twin Bolognese puppies. Today marks a very special day in our household – our

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27th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THREE BREEDS GIVEN CHAMPIONSHIP STATUS – THE BOLOGNESE, COTON DE TULEAR AND JAPANESE AKITA INU

At its meeting on 11th November 2024, The Kennel Club Board agreed to allocate championship status to three breeds from 2026

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27th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Travelling with Your Dog, by Chris Thatcher

The heading had me thinking about whether there are any rules and regulations regarding travelling with your dog. Most of

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19th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Meko Enjoys His 4th Birthday

Meko turned four years old today, where have all those years gone. Meko enjoyed a relaxing day in the sunshine

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18th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Ziti is 4-years Old

Ziti arrived 4 years ago and  has been the perfect companion. He is such a good boy. He loves to

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12th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Luca’s New Birthday Toy

Today is Luca’s birthday, he is now seven years old! This is his new birthday toy which he likes very

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11th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

PRODUCT REVIEW – Virbac ENZYMATIC TOOTHPASTE

I recently had my 6-year old Bolognese teeth cleaned at the vets at great expense. So I decided to brush

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11th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: How do I Find a Bolognese Puppy?

ANSWER: The Bolognese Dog Club UK is often asked this question. So, how do I find a Bolognese puppy? As

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11th February 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: What documentation should I expect to see when buying a Bolognese puppy from a reputable breeder?

ANSWER: Part of being a reputable breeder is carrying out certain health checks and providing documentation in relation to the

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15th January 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Archie & Marco’s Trip to Belgium

In Feb 2020 we decided we were taking Archie & Marco to Belgium as this country is close to our

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10th January 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Kali Poses for Her 4th Birthday Picture

Happy 4th birthday to Kali and also to her siblings. Chris Thatcher

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10th January 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 4th Birthday to Luna

Happy 4th Birthday to your gorgeous little fur baby, Luna. Hope you enjoy all of your presents and have a

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MEMBER PROFILESPosts
9th January 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

How I became involved with Bolognese, by Melanie Thomas

I had worked with dogs for many years, first as a kennel maid in quarantine kennels and then as a

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27th December 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Mini on Her 8th Birthday

Minnie enjoying her 8th Birthday wondering when she is getting her cake and how to stop me eating it all

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21st December 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

2025 Bolognese Calendar For Sale

We are proud to post images of each page of our 2025 calendar. We have tried to include a picture

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20th December 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Mia is Active on Her 14th Birthday

Our beautiful Mia is 14 years old today Our first Bolognese and Matriarch to our 5 generations of show dogs.

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20th December 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Lily Reaches 14-years Old

Lily is 14-years old on the 20th December and she is doing really well, she loves people and food and

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18th December 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Tito & Maddy’s 2nd Birthday pictures

Happy Birthday to our two young rascals Tito and Maddie who are 2 years old today. They are so full

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18th December 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Orla Turns 2-Years old

Happy 2nd birthday to Orla Kirsty Ellis

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8th December 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Gianna Enjoys Her 13th Birthday

Gianna really enjoyed her 13th Birthday despite the terrible weather. She always loves Birthday Cake and gets very excited when

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14th October 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 2nd Birthday to Holly

Holly was 2 years old on the 12th of October, she had lots of special treats which she shared with

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24th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

PRODUCT REVIEW- Plush Puppy OMG Grooming Spray and Wonder Wash, by Mark Whateley

We have the pleasure of sharing our lives with 7 wonderful Bolognese, all of whom we have shown, except for

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24th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HEALTH MATTERS – Diabetes in Dogs, by Melanie Thomas

Diabetes prevents dogs from controlling their blood sugar levels. Just like us, occasionally dogs develop Diabetes. If left untreated, Diabetes

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24th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Pedicure Tips, by Chris Thatcher

A most uninspiring subject but an equally important one because if the care of the foot is not maintained your

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24th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Stay Safe in Autumn

Sunny Autumn walks can be really nice, especially on a dry sunny day. However there are dangers for your dog

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23rd September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SHOW NEWS – Summer 2024

compiled by Melanie Thomas I’ve compiled a report covering lots of shows that happened through the summer. I managed to

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Look after your dog
15th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: How Can I Keep my Bolognese Teeth Clean?

QUESTION: How Can I Keep my Bolognese Teeth Clean? ANSWER: Small breeds tend to be prone to gum disease and a

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15th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HEALTH MATTERS – Anal Glands, by Vikki Marshall RVN APHC

All dogs have these glands (often known as anal sacs) they are situated near to the anal opening.  These glands

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15th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: How do I go about breeding with my female Bolognese

  So, you have decided you would like to have a litter from your female Bolognese. Firstly, you must ask

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10th September 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

My Day Out at RICHMOND Dog Show 2024

Richmond Championship Dog Show 8th September 2024 by Melanie Thomas I hope you enjoy the pictures of some of the

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31st August 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Loki Enjoys His 6th Birthday

Chrisi Burns sent us this adorable picture of her dear little Loki on his 6th Birthday. She says he is

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21st August 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Harry is 6 Years Old

It’s my lovely Harry’s birthday on the 19th of August, he will be 6. He’s such a character, makes me

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21st August 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Amy is 6-years old

Happy 6th Birthday Amy. Amy is such a sweet, intelligent girl and an excellent mother to Dino and Bonnie. Mark &

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Look after your dogPostsTop tips
7th August 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

HEALTH MATTERS – Grass Seeds

During hot summery conditions grasses and plants start to dry out and their barbed seeds begin to scatter. These can

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19th July 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Dino is 1 Year Old

Dino has spent his first birthday running around the garden, playing with his toys, barking at passers by and sharing

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17th July 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Truffles Turns 4 Years Old

On 11 July, Truffles turned four! I can’t quite believe it’s been four years since I got him!  We had

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16th July 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

My Day Out at WINDSOR DOG SHOW 2024

Windsor Dog Show 30th June 2024 by Melanie Thomas Windsor was perfect weather for a dog show and we were

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16th July 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Greenwich Park July 2024 MEET UP

by Melanie Thomas Normally at 11am, there is lots of parking in Greenwich Park. However when I arrived I was

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2nd July 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HEALTH MATTERS Ringworm (dermatophytosis)

by Melanie Thomas Ringworm is a fungal infection caused by a micro-organism called dermatophytosis. The condition causes crusty lesions on

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23rd June 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Greenwich Park MEET UP 14th July 2024

We can announce our LONDON Bolognese MEET UP on the 14th of July 2024. Obviously it’s weather dependent, so if

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23rd June 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

ANIMALS AND BEREAVEMENT, by Bette Hopkins

My late partner, Hugh, died a little over a year ago totally without warning. One moment it seemed he was

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6th June 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lots of Fun at Reigate MEET UP

We met on the 2nd of June at The Crown in Leigh near Reigate which is a lovely spot and

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25th May 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bella’s 3rd Birthday

Bella jumping for joy on her 3rd Birthday John Twaites

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23rd May 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Benji is 3 Today

Happy 3rd Birthday to this cheeky funny crazy boy Benji. Light of my life Suzanne O’Shea

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20th May 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Enzo in Scotland for his 3rd Birthday

Enzo spent his 3rd birthday at a double championship show (SKC) yesterday. He got Reserve Best Dog in one show

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9th May 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Day for Joe’s 16th Birthday

  Joe is 16 today, he has made it after being so poorly these last few weeks.He is so much

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9th May 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

QUESTION: What changes will I see in my older Bolognese

QUESTION: What changes will I see in my older Bolognese? ANSWER: Not all dogs show signs of aging at the

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21st April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HEALTH MATTERS – Arthritis

Your dog’s mobility is important and should be monitored, particularly as they age. If you look for the signs of

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21st April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

What’s in my Grooming Bag? by Melanie Thomas

I have been grooming Bolognese of all ages for well over 15-years, I have bred 7 litters and raised 5

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16th April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Tiger is Now 12

My dear Tiger is now 12. She has always been my angel & is never far from my side. As

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CompetitionsPosts
10th April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CAPTION COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCED

The winners for the Caption Competition (bear picture) are Jennie Hegarty ‘When I said “lean on me” I didn’t think

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10th April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Rosie’s 10th Birthday

It is Rosie’s 10th birthday. It seems unbelievable that we have had her so long, but honestly we can’t imagine

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4th April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Alfie Enjoys His 10th Birthday

Alfie had a busy day walk in the water park and then a trip to Planters Garden Centre Celebrating his

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4th April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 10th Birthday Baby Bear

Happy 10th Birthday Baby Bear – still as cheeky & bonkers as when a puppy. Sending lots of love to

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4th April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy Birthday Seraphina

Seraphina is 10 years old today Wherever did that decade go? Our very first litter and the puppy we chose

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4th April 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: How do you keep Bolognese dogs so white?

QUESTION: How do you keep Bolognese dogs so white? ANSWER: I’m sure many Bolognese owners have heard this question many times

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27th March 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy’s 9th Birthday

Happy 9th Birthday to my beautiful little “ HAPPY “ I love you so much – you are so cute

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16th March 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Elmo is 13 today

Elmo is 13 today!!!!! A day I didn’t think would come as he was diagnosed with heart failure last September….

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15th March 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Crufts 2024 REPORT

Compiled by Melanie Thomas This year we were showing on Thursday the first day of Crufts, not too early and

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13th March 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

DOG PROFILE – Donocielo Michelangelo

Donocielo Michelangelo, fondly known as Meko was born on the 19th February 2021 from Donocielo Seraphina and Multi Ch Lafford

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13th March 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

GOLDEN OLDIES – Gianna Irvine

Gianna has just celebrated her 12th Birthday on 7th December 2023. I feel truly blessed to have her in my

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11th March 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bella Enjoys her 11th Birthday

Our beautiful Bella turned 11 today. She had a lie in followed by playtime with her first ever, and by

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26th February 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SHOW REPORT Late 2023/early 2024

compiled by Melanie Thomas I hope you enjoy seeing pictures from recent shows and hearing about peoples’ days and achievements

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25th February 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HOT PUPPIES ROCK Why not

Hard core, trendy and certainly rebellious – that’s what Antoinette Olivia Taylor, the proud mummy of a twin brother and

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20th February 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Ziti The Italian Bolognese Turns 3

Three years ago Ziti arrived in new Jersey and we celebrated this momentous event with two parties! Ziti is lucky

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11th January 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Luna’s 3rd Birthday

Happy 3rd Birthday to our gorgeous little Luna. She had lots of new toys to play with. We all love

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1st January 2024 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Finding a Bolo Means Finding Love, by Vikki Miragoliotta

A Life of Happy Times With Dogs…. and Some Sad Ones I have had dogs as pets most of my

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15th December 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

GOLDEN OLDIES – Bella Whateley

Bella (Aemilia’s Christiana at Arkadian) was born 9th March 2013. She had 2 sisters and 2 brothers. As the smallest,

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14th December 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

GOLDEN OLDIES – Hector Ledger

Hector, Tumbril Truman, was 10 years old in October. He is usually a noisy, full of fun little chap but

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13th December 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

GOLDEN OLDIES – Lily Thomas

Lily lives in Hastings with her son Harry. We live on a holiday park with a garden and Lily &

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13th December 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

GOLDEN OLDIES – Mia Mulligan

Mia is a one in a million, she will be 13 yrs old on 20th of December and over the

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30th November 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CHRISTMAS DRAW

We have some Bolognese related gifts to give away in a FREE Christmas Draw. We have 4 Plaques, 3 mugs

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21st November 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bijou Looking Pretty on Her Birthday

Happy Sixth Birthday to my darling Bijou and all of her siblings. You are a joy in my life! Bette

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15th November 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Dino’s 4th Birthday

In January 2022 we went to meet a little fella who needed a new forever home. The first thing he

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3rd November 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Cassie’s Crufts Journey, by Becky Mulligan

Our journey to Crufts 23 started on the Saturday as we travelled up to the hotel in Birmingham. Surprising the

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MEMBER PROFILESPostsPro Club Membership
21st October 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER PROFILE – Carol & Dennis Mulligan (Donocielo)

The idea of us introducing a dog into our family, considering at the time we had 2 relatively young cats,

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13th October 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Hollie’s 1st Birthday

Holly had a lovely Birthday today despite being stuck in by the weather. She loves playing with the puppies and

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NEWSPosts
13th October 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Dog Club 7-year History

SUMMER 2015 – The Beginning In the summer of 2015 I realized that owners and lovers of the Bolognese breed

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6th September 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Beach Bolognese MEET UP – Report

Last years MEET UP at Sand Bay, near Weston Super Mare was a success so we decided to go for

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7th August 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Dino’s Happy Birthday Day

Hi guys, so I turned 3 this week and Mammy was so excited all week. She kept calling me the

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NEWSPosts
2nd August 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Alba Gets Her Good Citizen Dog Bronze Competence

Alba (Lyckalotte Elegante Athena) has been contemplating taking her Good Citizen Bronze Competence for a while now and no one

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30th July 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Introducing Kenzi

Hello my name is Kenzi (Lagspring Anthurium). I am a Bichon Bolognese. I was born on 19th October 2021. My

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MEET UPSPosts
11th July 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Great Day for LONDON 2023 MEET UP

  Report by Jennie Hegarty Sunday was warm and sunny with a gentle breeze, the ideal weather for a Bolognese

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30th June 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Windsor Dog Show 2023

We gathered for Windsor Championship Show on the 29th June in the Home Park Windsor right by the side of

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19th June 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Randulph’s 13th Birthday Cake

Ranulph has had a difficult year health wise, but he is still here for his 13th birthday. He is full

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18th June 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Critique Three Counties Championship Dog Show 2023

Three Counties Championship Dog Show 2023 Bolognese JD (1,0) Lovell & Thatcher’s Devonia’s Anzio. 17 mth old who has lots Read more
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15th May 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Midlands Meet up 14th May 2023

After a week of awful weather and wondering whether the MEET UP would go ahead, it was decided on Friday

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7th May 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Joe is 15 Today!

Hi Folks just enjoying my walk round the water Park celebrating my 15th Birthday will need a sleep after this

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15th April 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

ALL ABOUT US – Bear & Tiger Taylor

Bear Hello I’m Bear. I am a 9 year old puppy with endless energy from Donocielo Bolognese. My mum is

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6th April 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SPOT LIGHT – Strophair Joesepie (JOE)

SIRE Quirino with Devonia DAM Chazard Fontina Date of Birth 7th May 2008 Brother to Luigi I bred Joe and

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6th April 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SPOT LIGHT – Donocielo Seraphina

On 2 April 2014 we had our first litter of puppies. The proud parents were Mia (Belstown Mistletoe Nellie) and

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6th April 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SPOT LIGHT – DEVONIA’S ALTIVITA ‘Morse’

On a very cold but crisp New Year’s Eve back in 2007 I had the pleasure of spending New Year’s

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6th April 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SPOT LIGHT – Multi Ch Bolognese Star Audrey at Havanese Stars

by Virginia Dowty Audrey was bred in Switzerland, her sire was Multi Ch Lenny Valasske Hory (who I co-owned with

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4th April 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Seraphina is 9 Years Young

Happy Birthday Seraphina, 9 years young. She had a lovely walk on Shanklin Beach in the sunshine. Then home to

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NEWSPosts
4th April 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THE KENNEL CLUB RECEIVES ROYAL PREFIX ON ITS 150TH ANNIVERSARY

The Kennel Club is delighted to announce that it has been granted a Royal Prefix to mark the 150th anniversary of

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19th March 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Picture of Elmo on his 12th Birthday

Nice to see Elmo looking so well on his 12th Birthday 🙂 Amanda said, “Elmo is most definitely an elderly

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18th March 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBERS STORY – Paul Irvine

I initially brought these two beautiful girls home on 30th of April 2017 and they immediately made themselves at home

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10th March 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Snow for Bella’s 10th Birthday

Happy 10th Birthday to our beautiful Bella. In previous years she has celebrated her birthdays on the Bolognese stand at

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MerchandisingPosts
9th March 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Gorgeous Bolognese Canvas Bags for Sale

We are pleased to offer a totally unique Bolognese Canvas Bag for sale. The bags are 15 x 17 inches,

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1st March 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Amy Lovell

Welcoming a Bolognese into my life and the start of an exciting journey together. For many years I have admired

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27th February 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

ALL ABOUT ME – Bella Whateley

Bella (Aemilia’s Christiana at Arkadian) was born on the 9th March 2013. Her mother is Aemilia’s Bonnie Bea and her

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21st February 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER PROFILE – Mark & Diane Whateley

Diane has been around dogs for most of her life, while Mark got his first dog as a young adult

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19th February 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Luca’s Birthday Picture

Here is Luca on his 5th birthday with is new toy, an owl. He had a little birthday cake and

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17th February 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

TRAINING YOUR BOLOGNESE FOR THE SHOW RING FOR THE NOVICE OR FIRST TIMER

A short article on training your Bolognese for the show ring by Chris Thatcher OK, so you have decided you

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3rd February 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

I Love Bolognese Glasses Case

We are pleased be able to supply, the I Love Bolognese Glasses Case. These adorable cases are made from a

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3rd February 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Bolognese Poo Bag Dispensers Available

We have available a really cute new product through The Bolognese Dog Club. The Bolognese Poo Bag Dispenser is available

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3rd February 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Key Rings & Lobster Clip Charms

We are now able to offer a couple of cute new products designed especially for lovers of Bolognese dogs. Made

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29th January 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: Should I Choose a Male or Female Bolognese?

ANSWER: As an occasional breeder of Bolognese, I am often asked when I have a litter of puppies what sex is

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12th January 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

GASTRONINTESTINAL UPSETS, by Vikki Marshall RVN APHC

There are many things that can cause a gastrointestinal upset in our dogs. These range from eating something that upsets

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12th January 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Doggy Depression, by Melanie Thomas

Yes, dogs suffer from a type of depression and like us this could be caused by a change of routine

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2nd January 2023 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY BIRTHDAYS to Rupert & Daisy

It’s my little Rupert’s 14th birthday today and Daisy’s 11th (or thereabouts ) New coats , toys, dog cupcakes for

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27th December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Christmas Birthday for Mini

My Beautiful Minnie was 6 years old on Boxing Day. She has had such a fun few days she didn’t

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23rd December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SHOW REPORT LKA 2022, by Chris Thatcher

The last Championship show of the year is always Ladies Kennel Association. The show has always been held at the

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23rd December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

JUDGES CRITIQUE – Birmingham & District Toy Dog (member only post)

BIRMINGHAM AND DISTRICT TOY DOG SOCIETY 17/12/2023 BOLOGNESE PUPPY 1 ENTRY (1 ABSENT) JUNIOR NO ENTRIES POST GRADUATE  2 ENTRIES Read more
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21st December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Lily Turns 12

My Lily Loo Loo is 12 years old today, took this picture just now, she’s really well and happy, always

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21st December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lady Mia 12 Years Old Today

Happy Birthday to our very special lady Mia who is 12 years old today. Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Great

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16th December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Nancy Enjoys Her 2nd Birthday

Nancy was 2 years old on 9th December she had a lovely birthday with lots of special cards and presents.

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12th December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Gianna is 11-years old

Gianna’s 11th Birthday today Had a lot of fun in the park so many squirrels more than 20 I chased

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12th December 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Max & Cara 7-years Birthday

Max and Cara have spent most of their 7th birthday chilling out after competing at LKA dog show in Birmingham

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19th November 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

PRODUCT REVIEW – Moorland Rider Petwear Wash Bag

Fizz and Fabio are my 2 Bolognese both get dirty on a regular basis as does their bedding.  We also

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8th November 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Harvey & Emi Had a Blast in Devon, by Sophia Sood Aged 9

Meet the Sood family….👨daddy,👩mummy,🐻‍❄️Harvey,🐻‍❄️Emi and 👧me, Sophia. Today was a very adventurous day. We were in the car and we

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8th November 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Truffles on His Travels

This year we went on holiday to Archerfield Estate, which is very handy for the beautiful beaches at Gullane and

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8th November 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

What a Trip for Ziti

With his characteristic aplomb, Ziti took his first international trip to Niagara Falls, USA and Canada and the City of

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8th November 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Truffles & Paula Visit The Isle Of Harris

At just under a year old, Truffles and Mummy went on holiday to The Isle Of Harris, which has been

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8th November 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Tiger & Bear Road Trip 2022

Mark & Debbie Taylor visit Cornwall with their Bolognese Bear & Tiger, this is their charming and rather amusing story…

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4th November 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Teddys 10th Birthday

Teddy has had a fabulous 10th Birthday shared with his little sister Petal & Cousin Nancy. They had a breakfast

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27th October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Dino’s 2nd Birthday

Hi everybody ! It was my birthday on the 5th August but my family were in Spain, so we didn’t

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15th October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Enzo on His 2nd Birthday

What a handsome boy posing for his Birthday Picture owned by Vicky Anderson from Guildford in Surrey  

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15th October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Alba on Her 2nd Birthday

Our beautiful Alba on her Second Birthday. She is such a fun dog person and makes us laugh every day

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14th October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Izzie’s Medical Story

About 4-weeks ago our Bolognese Izzie wasn’t well, she had a lump forming under her top left nipple and a

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11th October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CRUFTS 2023

The Kennel Club is excited to announce that Crufts will be taking place on the 9 – 12 March 2023

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8th October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Hector on His 9th Birthday

Happy birthday Hector Owner Mary said, “Hector, our extremely vocal little man thinks he’s a St Bernard at times. Hector

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6th October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

ALABAMA ROT (CRGV) – What’s it all About?

ALABAMA ROT (CRGV) CUTANEOUS AND RENAL GLOMERULAR VASCULOPATHY The disease known as Alabama Rot first appeared in the late 1980’s

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3rd October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Chico – 3/5/2006 – 6/09/2022

by Lewis Morley The year is 2006, the UK is firmly under the reign of the incredible late Queen Elizabeth

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3rd October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Rory’s 6th Birthday

Little Rory is spoilt for his 6th birthday. Rory looks very happy with his cake. Thanks to  Laura & Michael

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1st October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: Do they need much grooming?

The No. 1 QUESTION people ask if they are interested in the Bolognese QUESTION: Do they need much grooming? ANSWER:

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1st October 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely September Day for Midlands MEET UP

We held the postponed Midlands MEET UP at The Fleur De Lys near Henley-in-Arden on Sunday the 25th of September 2022.

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22nd September 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Capri S Cafaro

My name is Capri Cafaro and I am the proud pup mom to Marshmallow, a 6 month old Bolognese boy.

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21st September 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Tracy Rock

Well, it all started when my son left home back in July 2017. Our House suddenly seemed empty and quiet

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11th September 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN

The Kennel Club joins the millions of mourners from around the world in the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth

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6th September 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW Seaside Venue for Somerset MEET UP

  Sunday 4th September was the day of the Somerset MEET UP of The Bolognese Dog Club UK. Torrential rain

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30th August 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Birthday for Loki

Little Loki is 4 years old today. He’s had a grand day. He got a new bed, collar and harness.

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20th August 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Amy’s 4th Birthday Picture

Sweet little Amy celebrated her 4th birthday at the Welsh Kennel Club showground in Builth, Wales on the 19th of

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16th August 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

13th Birthday for Lovely Angel

Today Angel is 13!!! (A bittersweet day as Tilly my other Bolognese would have been 14!) Angel will be treated

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12th July 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Truffles Birthday Party at Grannys

Truffles turns two, he celebrated with pupcakes, presents and making a new friend at the park, well I say friend

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7th July 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

TOP TIP – Paw Licking

During hot summery conditions grasses and plants start to dry out and their barbed seeds begin to scatter. These can

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7th July 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

TOP TIP – Think Tick

Ticks are more active in the UK between March and October, so this is the time to be vigilant… What

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24th June 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Action Packed MEET UP in Surrey

On the 19th June a group of Bolognese owners met in a lovely village near Reigate in Surrey called Leigh.

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20th June 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Ranulph’s 12th Birthday

Ranulph at 12 still plays like a puppy when he wants to, taps me or twirls around if he wants

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12th June 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – Chippenham & District Open Show 3rd April 2022

Bolognese Puppy 1st Thatcher, B T & C. Kobanyal Phelyhes Odin with Devonia (Imp Hun) NAF TAF. BP A lovely

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11th June 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Ginger – Alisa od Ceske Lipy – 07-11-2006 – 09-06-2022

Sweet beautiful Ginger – Alisa od Ceske Lipy 07-11-2006 – 09-06-2022 She passed away peacefully at 15,5 years of age.

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31st May 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lui is 4-years old Today

My name is Lui and I am 4 today! I am spending my birthday enjoying cuddles, and treats, and my

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24th May 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Great Time in Greenwich Park

It was fabulous to see so many old faces and some lovely new ones on Sunday 22nd May in Greenwich

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23rd May 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

First Birthday for Beautiful Benji

Happy 1st birthday to this beautiful happy little soul. He’s an absolutely joy to have in our lives. On his

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19th May 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 8th Birthday Petal

Happy 8th Birthday Petal Can’t believe our little Ray of sunshine is celebrating her 8th Birthday. Petal is such a

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18th May 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY Enzo

Happy 1st Birthday to our little star, Enzo (Lyckalotte Enzo Ferrari at Arkadian). He settled into our Arkadian family so

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4th May 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Georgie’s Pets at Home Haul

Conor McNaughton won 3rd prize in our Christmas FREE Raffle and we send a £10 Pets at Home Voucher to

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3rd May 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Chico’s 16th Birthday!

Well today, Tuesday 3rd May 2022 marks a very special day in the Morley family as our amazing little darling

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26th April 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bengi Hewitson’s 12th Birthday Picture

Shirley Hewitson contacted us saying, “Our Bengi is 12 years old today. He has been outside today laying in the

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5th April 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Seraphina Turns 8-years old

Seraphina celebrated her 8th Birthday on Sunday. She enjoyed her day with a lovely stroll along the beach and lunch

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3rd April 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Snuggle on Sofa for Birthday Girl Bear

This is a picture of our Baby Bear (far right) with fluff friend Bess & big sis Tiger. Bear is

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3rd April 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Alfie’s 8th Birthday

Alfie as been enjoying his birthday. He started the day with a long walk in the water park and enjoyed

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3rd April 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique British Bolognese Club OPEN SHOW 26th March 2022

I would like to thank the committee for giving me the opportunity to judge this prestige show. Last time I Read more
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2nd April 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Easter Pupcakes Recipe

This recipe makes 14 pupcakes. If you have a small dog, you may want to halve the ingredients and then

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31st March 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Alfie Hangs Up His Show Lead Aged 8

We have seen Joy Hough’s boy Alfie at shows for many years now (and his brother Joe before that) and

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31st March 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Fizz Crufts Day as Therapy Dog

Thursday 10th of March Fizz and I boarded the bus from the car Park to the NEC Halls both dressed

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24th March 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Christina Richmond

All about Enzo We are a newly retired couple. Hence, we feel that now is the right time to look

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24th March 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

This is my Reckoning, my Rock Bottom

by Antoinette Olivia TAYLOR In July 2020 I finally decided to take the plunge and search for a new four-legged

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17th March 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Crufts Report 2022 – Bolognese Shortlisted in Toy Group

Compiled by Melanie Thomas Even though Bolognese numbers were low for 2022 Crufts compared to previous years, our breed did

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2nd March 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

REMEMBRANCE – Tino Burns 24/07/2006 – 14/02/2022

My dear little Tino – I cannot put into words how I feel about the loss of my boy. Tino

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20th February 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SPOT LIGHT – Kaylo Van Het Balgzand

Kaylo Van Het Balgzand is lovingly known as ‘Our Lucie May’. Lucie came to us at just over 6 months

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29th January 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique LKA 2021(members only post)

BOLOGNESE It is always fascinating to see how a breed like Bolognese have developed between judging appointments. With a limited

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20th January 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HOW TO Look after your dog

CLICK HERE to read Q&A’s and other health information especially prepared with Bolognese Dogs in mind.

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20th January 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

History of CRUFTS

Crufts is one of the largest dog events in the world. No longer purely a dog show, Crufts celebrates every

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18th January 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Fizz The Therapy Bolognese

Fizz has started her journey as a therapy dog. Our first assignment was an unusual one – meeting greeting and

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6th January 2022 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Rupert & Daisy’s Birthday Treats

Birthday dogs Rupert is a teenager at 13 years old and Daisy is 10 years old (approx) today Celebrating with

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22nd December 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Mia’s Birthday Cake

Mia was our first bolognese girl who came from Melanie Thomas (Belstown Bolognese). She is our “little lady” with a

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22nd December 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lily’s 11th Birthday

Lily was 11 years old this week, she went to meet a friend in Shoreham-on-Sea and had a lovely walk

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14th December 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

First Birthday For Nancy

Nancy had a lovely Birthday on the 9th of December with us all. She had a lovely birthday walk and

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24th November 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Archie & Marco’s 3rd Birthday

Archie and Marco will be 3 years old on 26/11/2021. They are still best buddies. Marco is the manic one

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3rd November 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Truffles Heenan’s All About Me

I have now had 6-months to get to know by Bolognese Truffles. I picked up my darling boy on 5

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3rd November 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Trixie Blair’s All About Me

This is Slovkyn Fiona Trixie (Trixie). How she is 3 yrs old already I do not know! Time has flown.

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3rd November 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Boswell Haig’s All About Me

Boswell was born 9th March 2013 his birth mum is Bonny owned by Fay Walker, his kennel club name is

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24th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

WHERE HAVE ALL THE (SHOW) BOLLIES GONE? by Bette Hopkins

When Virginia Ann Dowty sadly died last January, the number of  Bolognese being shown at championship shows reduced dramatically. Virginia

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15th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Observations of the Bolognese breed, by Jennie Hegarty

Jennie Hegarty from Leatherhead in Surrey has told us what she has learned about Bolognese and in particular Fizz who

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15th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

QUESTION: Are Bolognese Hypoallergenic Dogs?

Question: Are Bolognese Hypoallergenic Dogs? Answer: Allergies to pets are not uncommon. Such allergies can cause respiratory symptoms and asthma

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15th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HEALTH MATTERS – Dental Care, by Vikki Marshall RVN APHC

Dental disease in dogs is one of the most common conditions which vets have to deal with today. With a

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15th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

The Road to Bologna, by Bella, Cara, Amy & Max Whateley

Here is the story of Mark & Diane Whateley’s summer 2019 trip to Bologna with their 4 Bolognese! We set

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15th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

PRODUCT REVIEW – Emmi-pet, ultrasonic toothbrush

Emmi-pet, Ultrasonic Toothbrush By Chris Thatcher I am always a little sceptical when it comes to gadgets although I have

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15th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Can Anybody Show Their Dog?

by Jane Towers It is a question I asked myself many years ago. I was fascinated with the world of

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14th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Enzo & Clara’s First Birthday

Enzo & sister Clara got together at the weekend to celebrate their first birthday Vicky Anderson, Guildford, Surrey Julian Morgenstern

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9th October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW MEMBER STORY – Vicky Carpenter

It was love at first sight. Deana, the breeder, was carrying a little bundle of white fluff out of her

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2nd October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW MEMBER STORY – John Twaites

This is Bella our new family dog. We have always had pets but lost our two cats a few years

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2nd October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Luigi-My Beauty or Beast

I really grew to love the distinctly long uncut and ruffled fur of the Bolognese. I often prided myself on

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2nd October 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Doggie Cake for Rorydog’s 5th Birthday

Happy 5th Birthday Rorydog. The birthday boy certainly enjoyed his doggie cake, especially hunting out the crumbs from his new

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28th September 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

NEW MEMBER STORY – Marilyn Moore

I have had Bolo’s for 17 years. My first – Boysie was named by his breeder, Liz Stannard. We absolutely

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27th September 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

NEW MEMBER STORY – Lorraine Legg

I have 2 Samoyeds aged 6 and 12 who I adore but I decided that I wanted a smaller dog

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22nd September 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Dino’s First Birthday

Hi everyone I’m Dino and I have just just had by first birthday. I had the best day. My family were

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19th September 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Vinny Has a Day Out

Vinny was at his first champ show yesterday at 12 months – don’t think he was impressed but we will

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7th September 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

5th MEET UP in Somerset

This year with the lack of shows going ahead we took the opportunity of holding our Somerset meet up a

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1st September 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

5th September for South West MEET UP Lovely Tea Rooms

The club are pleased to announce its fifth Bolognese Social MEET UP at Wharf Side Tea Rooms on Sunday the

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1st September 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Rough & Tumble on Loki’s Birthday

My dear little Loki was 3 years old yesterday. He got lots of presents and really enjoys playing with his

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20th August 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY 3rd BIRTHDAY Amy

Happy 3rd birthday to our beautiful little princess, Amy. She has such a feminine and expressive face and gets prettier

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13th August 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY BIRTHDAYS

Wishing my Tilly a Happy 13th & Angel 12th Birthday! They’ve had the Pawfect day, sleeping in the morning ready

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12th August 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

AMOR VON DER MARCHENWIESE 13 YEARS OLD TODAY!

It doesn’t seem like 13 years ago since we went to Germany to collect Amor. He was a darling then

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10th August 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

KENNEL CLUB INTRODUCES PHASED AND TRANSPARENT SYSTEM FOR ELEVATING ‘RARE’ BREEDS TO CHAMPIONSHIP STATUS

The Kennel Club Board has agreed that a phased and transparent system be introduced for the elevating of some ‘rare’

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26th July 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Dear Tino’s 15th Birthday

Tino is a very dear, sweet little boy and I’m so proud of him having reached the grand age of

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16th July 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Good Turn Out for Kent MEET UP

We met at a new venue The White Hart pub on Sunday the 11th of July for a Bolognese get

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27th June 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Dog Shows Are back!

Southern Counties at Newbury Showground was the first Championship Dog Show to return, albeit under COVID restrictions. Bolognese were scheduled

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27th June 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

How I became involved with the Bolognese Breed, by Chris Thatcher

I have had dogs for most of my life. My parents had a Manchester Terrier cross when I was two

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24th June 2021 Jane Towers (renewal Jan 2023)

TOP TIP – tear staining

Happy Tears Tear Staining Treatment Kit (can also be used on beard staining) Anyone who owns a Bolognese or a

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22nd June 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

A Break in The Weather For Chiswick MEET UP

We had so much rain leading up to the Chiswick House & Gardens MEET UP on the 20th June 2021,

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17th June 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Pandemic dog-napping, by Antoinette Olivia Taylor

You don’t see many of that type of dogs around here!  What is its breed? I have never seen that

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15th June 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

DOG OWNERS WARNED ABOUT WARM WEATHER DANGERS AS THOUSANDS SET TO ENJOY UK STAYCATION

With warm temperatures and sunshine set to sweep the UK today (2 June), The Kennel Club is issuing a new

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6th June 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

The Sun Shone For Bolognese Stratford Canal MEET UP

We were so lucky on May 30th for the first Bolognese MEET UP in a long time as the weather

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4th June 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Registered Therapy Dog Bolognese Fizz

I thought I would share with you my Bolognese Fizz’s achievement in being accept as volunteer dog no 1001 for

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20th May 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEET UP 20th June 2021 Chiswick House West London

We are returning to West London and the lovely Chiswick House and Gardens on Burlington Lane, Chiswick, London W4 2RP

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18th May 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Petal on Her 7th Birthday

Our baby girl celebrates her 7th Birthday.  Petal has had a lovely day being totally spoilt, she’s had a nice

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7th May 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

13-years Old And Still a Show Boy

Luigi Hopkins celebrated his thirteenth birthday on May 7th. Much loved and adored by all and still competing at dog

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5th May 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Crufts 2022 update – qualifications and groups

Following the news of the cancellation of Crufts 2021, meetings have been taking place regarding the impact of the pandemic

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26th March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CRUFTS 2021

It is with deep regret that The Kennel Club has decided to cancel Crufts 2021, which was due to take

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9th March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Lie-in For Bella’s Birthday

Bella celebrated her 8th birthday with a lie-in this morning, in fact she didn’t want to get up at all!

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2nd March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese & Us

We are Paul and Jacqueline Fuller. We have owned dogs since 1995, a German shorthaired pointer cross named Smeagol. At

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2nd March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

TOP TIP teeth brushing

For some times now, I have been using a Brush-Baby BabySonic Electric Toothbrush every other evening on my dogs’ teeth. I

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2nd March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Unravelling The Mysteries of Grooming

We asked Jane Towers, if she would share the secrets of her grooming box! What are your top 4 grooming

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2nd March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Cindy Costello

Hi my Bolo friends, Most of you will already know me from this amazing Bolo Dog Club, Bolo meet ups

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2nd March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

PRODUCT REVIEW Inconti-Pet (Washable Training Pad)

How did you hear of this product? I was expecting a litter of puppies and thinking about how many disposable

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2nd March 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Debbie Taylor

Tiger-Lily and ‘Baby’ Bear Taylor Tiger-Lily is now 8 years old (bitch – Aemilia La Dotta Laura – mum Dolly,

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20th February 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW MEMBERS – Jenny & Alice Hogg

Jenny joined The Bolognese Dog Club in February 2021, she has 2 Bolognese Bilbo & Luna. Jenny told us, “Bilbo

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16th February 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Just Little Anne

Karen send this lovely picture of her Bolognese girl Anne, saying, “She is a joyous happy little girl, always loves

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14th February 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

3 Years Old Already

Here is Luca on the big sofa where he loves sitting, watching birds in the garden and cars down on

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4th February 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

WHO WILL LET THE DOGS OUT?

ONE IN TEN PANDEMIC PUPPY OWNERS WORRY ABOUT BEING ABLE TO CARE FOR THEIR DOG AFTER LOCKDOWN One in ten

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29th January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THE KENNEL CLUB WELCOMES NEW TENANCY AGREEMENT ENDING ‘UNFAIR’ BLANKET BAN ON PETS

THE KENNEL CLUB WELCOMES NEW TENANCY AGREEMENT ENDING ‘UNFAIR’ BLANKET BAN ON PETS Long-term vision deemed crucial to protect pandemic

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28th January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Saying Goodbye to Paolo and Welcoming Dino, by Tara Kelly

2020 – Saying Goodbye to Paolo and Welcoming Dino. My name is Tara Kelly and I live in Dublin, Ireland.

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26th January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

A new love, by Antoinette Taylor

It took over two and a half years to finally let go of the sad memory of my handsome Bichon

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22nd January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW MEMBER – Christine Braunton & Lottie

Kennel Club Registered Name: Phendelle Free and Easy Our name for her: Lottie Dob 7/ 9 /2015 Lottie My partner

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21st January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW MEMBER – Sue Leach & Vinny

I have had dogs all my life but came to showing only about 25 years ago with my cavaliers.  I

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14th January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Price List

Here is the current price list for Club Merchandising

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8th January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER PROFILE – Virginia Dowty

This is the 4th in our MEMBER PROFILE series. We asked Virginia Dowty to tell us her story. What is

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7th January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

QUESTION: What health checks are required for Bolognese?

ANSWER: We are pleased to say that the Bolognese is a healthy little dog and directories don’t list hereditary diseases

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2nd January 2021 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Luca and his Bunny Toy

This photo shows my Bolognese Luca and his once favourite toy as it once looked. I bought Luca this rabbit

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26th November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

SPOT LIGHT – Amor von der Marchenwiese

Amor von der Marchenwiese bred by Baerbel Fricke from the Marchenwiese Kennel Amor is now 13 years old and he

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24th November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CRUFTS CHANGES

Following the announcement that Crufts 2021 will take place next year on the new dates of 15 – 18 July

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23rd November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bijou’s 3rd Birthday

Bette Hopkins wishes, “a very Happy Birthday to our darling, Bijou – three years old today!” We are told that

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22nd November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Pippa’s 3rd Birthday

Pippa (sitting on the left) & sister Mitzi are seen here on Pippa’s 3rd birthday. Pippa is a real character

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22nd November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Archie & Marcos Celebrate Their 2nd Birthday

Here is a picture of the boys Archie & Marcos for their 2nd birthday on the 26th of November 2020.

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18th November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CRUFTS TO GO AHEAD, NEW DATE ANNOUNCED

The Kennel Club has announced today that Crufts 2021 will take place next year on the new dates of 15

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8th November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 8th Birthday to Dino & Doogle

Happy 8th Birthday to Dino & Doogle. His owner mary Easton said, “I love these boys, thank you to our

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2nd November 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Teddy Bear Spoilt on his Birthday

Teddy Bear is 8 today. He’s the most loving little boy. In the 8 years he’s shared his life with

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10th October 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Lucy 7-years Today

From day one Lucy made it known to me that she was staying with me and would be my companion.

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8th October 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

October Newsletter is Out

Members, your October Newsletter has been sent to your email address. If you have changed your email address please let Read more
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30th September 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

London MEET UP Just Managed to go Ahead

We managed to fit in just the one Bolognese MEET UP before further Coronavirus restrictions came in to force the

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21st September 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Birthday Celebrations for Princess

Princess Angel was 6-years old on 16th September. She had a lovely day celebrating with her cousins Teddy and Petal.

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16th September 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Peggy 6-years old today

Peggy, aka Moorhey Silken Rose is 6 today. She is one of 4 girls born to Aimee (Shirley) and Joesepie

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9th September 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

POSTPONED South West MEET UP 20th September Lovely Tea Rooms

**sorry we have had to postpone this event due to new Corona Virus restrictions** The club are pleased to announce

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30th August 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Loki is 2-Years Old Today

Loki was thoroughly spoilt today on his 2nd birthday. He enjoyed playing with his new teddy that I bought him

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19th August 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Homemade Card for Harvey

Harvey lives in Hertfordshire and is pictured here on his 2nd birthday with Sophia, who made this lovely Birthday Card

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19th August 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy Second Birthday to Amy

Amy lives with Mark & Diane Whateley in Birmingham. She enjoyed her 2nd birthday with her Bolognese family Max, Cara

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7th August 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

August 2020 Newsletter

Hello to all members, hope you are well. It's such a shame that we have not been able to get Read more
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21st July 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Aniko Sood

We became Bolognese owners just under two years ago. If I think about it, it seems much longer than just

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20th July 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Caroline Moore

I was pleased to be invited to write a Member’s Profile for the Bolognese Dog Club and hope our story

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NEWSPosts
17th June 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

WARNING AS SCAMMERS CASH IN ON IMPULSIVE PANDEMIC PUPPY BUYING

According to research from the Kennel Club, one in four puppy buyers spend less than two hours to decide on

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5th June 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique Manchester Dog Show 2020

A numerically modest entry, but more than made up by the top quality of the majority of the Bolognese shown. Read more
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23rd May 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Birthday Fun in The Garden

Cassie and Ceasario Mulligan had a really great party in their garden on the Isle of Wight with their other

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19th May 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Cake for Petal’s 6th Birthday

‘Moorhey Buttercup’ know to her Family & Bolo Friends as Princess Petal is 6 Today Our sweet baby girl has had

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13th May 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Spring 2020 Newsletter (MEMBERS ONLY)

When we sent our last newsletter, we had been so busy with Christmas merchandising, Secret Santa, looking forward to Crufts Read more
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7th May 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 12th Birthday to Luigi

Bette Hopkins wishes a very Happy Birthday to her darling Luigi, who is twelve today! Licks and kisses to brother

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6th May 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBERS QUIZ £30 Pets at Home VOUCHERS up for Grabs!

COMPETITION RULES Please send the answers to these 6 questions to info@bolognesedogclubuk.co.uk. All answers can be found from reading this

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6th May 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

KENNEL CLUB ONLINE DOG SHOW BRINGS PAW-SITIVITY TO LOCKDOWN AND ATTRACTS MORE THAN 39,000 ENTRIES

‘Cyber Crufts’ finished on Sunday as it crowned its 26th and final champion The Kennel Club online dog show, launched

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26th April 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Special Sausages for Bengi’s 10th Birthday

Happy Birthday to Shirley Hewitson’s boy Bengi, seen here relaxing on a swing chair in the garden. Shirley said, “he

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15th April 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Tiger

Tiger Taylor is 8 years old today, her mum Debbie says, “Happy Birthday to our darling Tiger, she is my

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5th April 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Caroline Cockwell

Whether or not to get a dog is a very important decision. But when you are thinking of introducing a

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9th March 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Crufts 2020 Show Report

by Melanie Thomas Bolognese day at Crufts was Thursday the 5th March 2020. We were unsure as to whether Crufts

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16th February 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES WAY FORWARD FOR JUDGES COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK

The Kennel Club Board is delighted to announce, following consideration of the recommendations put forward by the Independent Review Panel

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19th January 2020 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

My Bolognese Story by Muriel Grenfell-Hill

Although I have now had two Bolognese dogs, our first dog was a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel named Rufus. He

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13th January 2020 Sue Blair (renewal Jan 2022)

Trixie After Her Pamper Session

I live in Tyne & Wear with my Bolognese Trixie. She has just come back from The Dog House groomers

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27th December 2019 Noel Sweeney (renewal Jan 2019)

Every Dog deserves a Day in Court, by Noel Sweeney

The most basic and vital human right is the right to life. Allied to that is the fact that if

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27th December 2019 Noel Sweeney (renewal Jan 2019)

The Lady Who Hated Dogs, by Noel Sweeney

No Pets Allowed was the sign above the porch that made Mavis Davis particularly proud. Mavis Davis was the kind

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19th December 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY CHRISTMAS

The Moorhey Babies Teddy & Petal would like to wish all their Bolo friends & family a very Merry Christmas

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7th December 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 8th Birthday to Gianna

Happy 8th Birthday to my beautiful girl Gianna she has had a lovely day chasing Squirrels and Birds in the

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7th December 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bijou Achieves Good Citizen Dog Silver Competence

Bijou was very clever to get her Good Citizen Dog Silver Competence at her first try. Gold may be a

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5th December 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THE KENNEL CLUB LAUNCHES NEW ‘VOICE FOR DOGS’ MANIFESTO AHEAD OF GENERAL ELECTION

The nine-point plan outlines recommended government measures across all aspects of dog welfare Ahead of the General Election on December

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30th November 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Alfie’s Agility Success!

These are some pictures of Bolognese Alfie (owned by Joy & Norman Hough) having fun at his Smart Paws Agility

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14th November 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THE INTERVIEW – Francesco Cochetti ITALY

THE INTERVIEW – Francesco Cochetti ITALY The first interview in our THE INTERVIEW series is with a man who needs little

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14th November 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THE INTERVIEW – How Hannah Woods Trained Rosie The Agility Bolognese

Hannah Woods is just 13-years old and she has trained her Bolognese girl Rosie to an amazing standard in a

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9th October 2019 Mary Ledger (renewal Jan 2026)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Hector 6-year Old

Hector has just celebrated his 6th birthday. He went walk about in Foston on the Wolds when I visited baby

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5th October 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Animal exhibit regulations in Wales

Kennel Club urges exhibitors to have their say on animal exhibit regulations in Wales The Kennel Club is urging dog

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5th October 2019 Kirsty Ellis - SCOTLAND (renewal Jan 2026)

Megan is 15 Years Old and Looking FAB!

Wishing my precious little girl a very happy 15th birthday. Beautiful on the inside and out. Thanks to Gina Taylor

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2nd October 2019 Ikuko Hisaka USA (renewal due Jan 2026)

My Lovely Girl Carina

Hello, my name is Ikuko Hisaka. I live in Portland Oregon USA and am a member of your club. This

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2nd October 2019 Shirley Hewitson (renewal Jan 2024)

Penny’s 3rd Birthday Picture

Our darling Penny turned 3-years old on the 1st of October. She is seen here on her birthday in her

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25th September 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique City of Birmingham Championship Show – Frank Kane

Thank you for a very interesting entry, a mixture of sizes. Pigmentation was disappointing in some otherwise good exhibits and Read more
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25th September 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique LEEDS Championship Show – Espen Engh, Norway

I was disappointed with the entry today. The last time I judged I wrote that the breed is ready for Read more
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25th September 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 25/09/2019

The Summer is over and the evenings are drawing in, the outdoor shows are finished for another year. As I

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22nd September 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Rain Held off for Somerset MEET UP 22nd September 2019

Sunday 22nd September saw the ‘Somerset Meet up’ of our Club. The weather forecast had been a yellow weather warning

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9th September 2019 Chrisi Burns (renewal Jan 2026)

Loki’s New Bed

This is Loki on his 1st birthday on the 30th August in his new bed. He had a good rough

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4th September 2019 Mark & Diane Whateley JOINT (renewal Jan 2026)

Dogs on Tour

This picture was taken this summer (2019) on our trip rounds Europe. Mark is standing inside a WW1 trench with

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31st August 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

JCF SURVEY AT RICHMOND AND DARLINGTON SHOWS

Exhibitors and judges attending Richmond and Darlington championship shows will have the opportunity to have their say on the Judges

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NEWSPosts
26th August 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THE BIG PUPPY SCAM

ONE IN THREE INADVERTENTLY BUY FROM PUPPY FARMS ON IMPULSE New research shows consequences of impulsive UK puppy buying habits

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23rd August 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – East of England 2019

MEMBERS ONLY Bd Dowty’s Int/Ir/Gib/Lux/Dutch Ch Little White Wonder Othello Matteo ShCM. Rbd Dowty & Davidson’s Ir Ch Lafford Hero Read more
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19th August 2019 Mark & Diane Whateley JOINT (renewal Jan 2026)

Beautiful Little Amy

Happy 1st Birthday to our beautiful little girl Amy. She loves people and getting a fuss from everyone. Diane &

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19th August 2019 Aniko & Chandril Sood JOINT MEMBERS (renewal Jan 2026)

Our Lovely Harvey’s 1st birthday

Harvey Sood has been sunbathing this afternoon with a long nap. This is the picture of that exact moment. Here

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19th August 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Harry’s First Birthday

Harry Thomas 1st birthday picture. He has spent the day with his mum and his grandmother at home in Bognor

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13th August 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy Group of Bolognese

Happy picture taken at Bournemouth Show 2019 of (left to right) Gonni, Guido, Harry, Freya and 2 visiting puppies Echo

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13th August 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Welcome to NEW Member Maria & Bolognese Rubino

My dog’s official name is Rubino but I have always called him Lui. So he answers when addressed as Lui.

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12th August 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

4-year Anniversary for Our Club

We are so pleased to report that we have now past the 4-year anniversary of starting the Bolognese Dog Club

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22nd July 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Cindy Costello

My name is Cindy Costello I am truly blessed to own two beautiful Bolognese doggies, a little boy called Teddy

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10th July 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 10/07/2019

In this report, you will find news on Bath, Three Counties, Border Union, Blackpool, Windsor & East of England Championship

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10th July 2019 Virginia Dowty, IOM PRO MEMBER (renewal Jan 2021)

Showing in Ireland, by Virginia Dowty

I was asked by the club to explain about showing dogs in Ireland. In Ireland the show scene is quite

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9th July 2019 Virginia Dowty, IOM PRO MEMBER (renewal Jan 2021)

Only Mad Dogs and English Men

Our road trip to Hungary & Austria, by Virginia Dowty As they say, ‘Only mad dogs and English Men go

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5th July 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique Bath Championship Show 2019

MEMBERS ONLY (login to view) BATH - 2019 BOLOGNESE I have judged Bolognese under the FCI rules for many years, Read more
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2nd July 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

JUDGES COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK REVIEW UPDATE

Further to the recent announcement that the planned implementation of the Judges Competency Framework (JCF) has been placed on hold

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25th June 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – Three Counties Championship Show 2019

THREE COUNTIES - 2019 BOLOGNESE PD (2, 1) 1 Thomas’ Belstown Harry The Potter. Nicely shaped dog, lovely dark eyes Read more
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24th June 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Rosa is 5-years old Today

Happy birthday to this young lady who is 5 years old today 24th June. Devonia’s Red Hot Summer (Rosa) so

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18th June 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique WELKS

MEMBERS ONLY, LOG IN TO VIEW THIS POST Welks critique. PD (1) 1 Thomas’ Belstown Harry The Potter. Very good Read more
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18th June 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CAPTION COMPETITION – WINNER ANNOUNCED

OUR Winner is Muriel Grenfell-Hill from Shropshire with her entry ‘Are you sure you washed your face?’ Muriel, well done

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14th June 2019 Bette Hopkins (renewal Jan 2026)

Bronze Good Citizen Award for Bijou

So very proud of our little Bijou who gained her Good Citizen Dog Bronze Award on her first attempt! It

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8th June 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

17 Bolognese for London MEET UP

We chose a new venue in West London for our Bolognese MEET UP on the 2nd of June 2019. We

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20th May 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

22 Bolognese for Canal MEET UP

We had our biggest group of Bolognese so far at the club MEET UP on Sunday 19th of May 2019.

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10th May 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 06/04/2019

It has been an exciting time over the last few weeks as we enjoyed Crufts on the 10th of March

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6th May 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Bolognese Walk Round Southsea

There is so much to the area of Portsmouth called Southsea and a few Bolognese met up there on Sunday

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22nd April 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bronze Good Citizen’s Award For Reggie

To win the Kennel Club Bronze Good Citizen’s Award Reggie was taught to stay for a minute and down on

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17th April 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Puppy Foundation Award for Bolognese Puppy Fizz

Young Bolognese Fizz has now achieved her Puppy Foundation Award. She is back to classes again and hoping will advance

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11th April 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique UK Toy Championship Show 2019 (login to view)

I was very honoured to be invited to the World renowned United Kingdom Toy Dog Society to judge Pug females Read more
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9th April 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique CRUFTS 2019 (login to view)

Well I was as surprised as you probably were to be granted this last minute honour and record my gratitude Read more
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7th April 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Successful North West MEET UP

Our North West meet up took place on Sunday 7th April 2019 at the Botanical Gardens in Southport. We were joined

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26th March 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Rika Mienes

It is with regret that we have to inform the members that we have unfortunately lost one of our founder

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25th March 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

What a Fabulous Day

We were kindly invited to join in with the Coton de Tulear walk in Cassiobury Park in Watford on Sunday

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1st March 2019 Chrisi Burns (renewal Jan 2026)

New Bolognese Boy Called Loki

I now have another gorgeous Bolognese boy as well as Tino. His name is Loki and he is a delight.

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1st March 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – Sutton Coldfield & District Canine Association

Judges Critique – Sutton Coldfield & District Canine Association Open Show Saturday 23rd February 2019. BOLOGNESE.   I would like to

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25th February 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Social Day at Sutton Coldfield SHOW

On Saturday 23rd February Bolognese had a lovely get together in the sun at Sutton Coldfield & Dist OPEN SHOW

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7th February 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER STORY – Jennie Hegarty

This is my 10 Months of being a Bolognese parent! In February I picked up Fizz from Jane her breeder

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4th February 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CRUFTS 2019 – THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS DOG SHOW SET TO BE BETTER THAN EVER

Crufts will welcome around 27,000 dogs this year, taking part in a wide variety of competitions and displays over the

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1st February 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique WINDSOR 2018

MEMBER ONLY POST I enjoyed the entry - Puppy bitch and Open bitch were the best classes of the day Read more
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28th January 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique LKA 2018 (members only post)

It was a great pleasure to be invited to judge my own breed of 22 years, the Bolognese, many thanks Read more
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27th January 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Researching The Breed

If you want to find out more about the Bolognese we would suggest that you click on the following links QUESTION:

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22nd January 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – Manchester Dog Show CH Show

MEMBER ONLY POST BEST OF BREED : 2624 DOWTY Ms V Multi Ch Little White Wonder Othello Matteo CW16 C Read more
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12th January 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Daisy’s Story….one year on by Judith Pearson

I first saw Daisy on a lost dog kennel website page on Facebook as Chris Thatcher had shared the post

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12th January 2019 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

We Have an Artist in Our Club

Welcome to NEW club members Janet & Peter Hargood from Exeter in Devon, who have just joined the Bolognese Dog

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24th December 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 24/12/2018

Since the last News Roundup we have had Bolognese classes at Midland Counties & LKA championship shows, we have also

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23rd December 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Judges Critique – British Bolognese Club OPEN SHOW

MEMBER ONLY POST British Bolognese Club 31.8.18 I was thrilled to be invited to judge our club show. I had Read more
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20th December 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Have a Go Dog Shows

Have you ever watched Crufts and wished you could take part? Here is your chance ! Training days across the

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17th December 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bette Wins Kezang Art Bolognese Swarovski Crystal Brooch

We made our Christmas Draw at The LKA dog show at the NEC on 15th December. Bolognese judge Daphne Watson

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6th December 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

THE KENNEL CLUB ISSUES ALABAMA ROT WARNING TO DOG OWNERS

The Kennel Club is warning dog owners to be vigilant as the peak season for the Alabama rot disease sets

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16th November 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Pets at Home Vouchers added to Kezang Crystal Art Brooch Xmas Raffle

We can now announce that our Xmas raffle for the Kezang Art Bolognese Swarovski Crystal Brooch has 2nd and third prizes too. We

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12th November 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Welcome to 3 NEW MEMBERS

We are welcoming 3 NEW club members, who have all recently taken their new Bolognese puppy home. Welcome to Rebecca

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10th November 2018 Mary Easton (renewal Jan 2026)

Birthday Gifts for Dino and Doogle

Happy 6th birthday my 2 Bolognese Dino & Doogle. I got them these soft crates for using in our caravan

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1st November 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

ENTRIES OPEN FOR CRUFTS 2019

Online and postal entries for Crufts 2019 are now open. The show takes place from 7th-10th March 2019 at the NEC,

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30th October 2018 Virginia Dowty, IOM PRO MEMBER (renewal Jan 2021)

Audrey Checking out the Competition!

My Bolognese Audrey seen here reading a show catalogue whilst waiting to go in the ring, checking out the competition!

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30th October 2018 Avril Lippett (renewal Jan 2023)

I’m a New member

Hello, I am a new member of the club and would like to introduce my two Bolognese dogs, Mitzi is

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25th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Charming Halloween Picture

Carol Lees sent us this lovely seasonal picture of Bolognese Lafford Shirley Temple

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23rd October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

OH, WHAT A GLORIOUS DAY

The  meetup planned for September unfortunately had to be cancelled due to Hurricane Callum and was re-arranged for Sunday 21st

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15th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Success for Ruby & Max

Club members Diane and Mark Whateley’s granddaughter Ruby Fletcher did them proud in her first serious Junior Handling competition. At

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9th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

DON’T LET YOUR DOGS GO OFF WITH A BANG

The Kennel Club is warning pet owners to be extra vigilant this year on fireworks night following statistics that show

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8th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Beautiful Megan Ellis Turns 14-years Old

Happy Birthday to Megan who turned 14 on October 5th. She is such a special little lady and is loved

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6th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Southport Postponed

We are postponing tomorrows Bolognese MEET UP at The Botanic Gardens Southport, BUT we will arrange another date in a

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5th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Please Send Images for Bolognese Calendar

We are pleased to announce that we are going to have a Bolognese Dog Club UK calendar printed for the

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4th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Happy 4th birthday “Baby” Bear

Lovely picture of Bear Taylor (on right of picture) on her 4th Birthday with Tiger-Lily by her side. 2 Bolognese

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4th October 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Benson is 3-years old today!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Benson Wicks, 3-years old today. Benson lives in Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire and he is loved very much

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20th September 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Judges Critique – City of Birmingham Championship Show 2018

I always enjoy judging your breed. Today was no exception, but I was a little dismayed that when the standard

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9th September 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 09/09/2018

compiled by Melanie Thomas (main picture by Dennis Mulligan of the Toy Group at Richmond Championship Show 2018)  Hope that

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4th September 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Changes to Breeding Regulations in England

As of October 2018 new breeding regulations are being introduced in England by Defra and the Kennel Club is providing

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31st August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Judges Critique – Bournemouth CA Championship show

Bolognese Rain forced the use of the indoor ring which was OK for size but unfortunately the grass should have

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25th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Maja Fell in Love With The Bolognese Breed

Jane Towers recently stayed in an Airbnb in Laren which is 25 mins South East of Amsterdam. The lovely lady Maja was hospitable and

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24th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 16/08/2018

(main picture by Dennis Mulligan of Lorena Elli’s daughter Martina with some lovely Bolognese)  compiled by Melanie Thomas There have

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21st August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Three Generations Together in Holland

Karen Golden had a wonderful time in Holland recently. She stayed with her friends Carolien and Rudd Jongejans. But what

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20th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

3 Year Anniversary for Bolognese Dog Club UK

We are pleased to report that we have passed our 3-year anniversary. We started the club with a vision of

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20th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Lily 4-months

Lily 4-months lives in Bognor with her mum and sister. Loves cuddles and tickles, hates the rain!

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20th August 2018 Kathleen Holliday (renewal Jan 2026)

Great Friends

My puppy Bolognese Reggie and my youngest grandson Dilan are great companions and friends. Kathleen Holliday

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20th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Bundle of Fun

Bolognese puppies 8-weeks old

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20th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

8-week Old Puppies

3 boy Bolognese puppies 8-weeks old, cute overload.

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16th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

WORLD SHOW Report, by Virginia Dowty

The Bolognese Brits had a great week in Amsterdam at the 3 shows. Benelux, Speciality and World Show. There was

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15th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Mamma Mia Chills in Amsterdam

Mia Mulligan took the trip to Amsterdam for The World Show and kept an eye on all events! Mia is

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12th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Ruby & Max Win Junior Handling Competition

Club members Mark & Diane Whateley from Birmingham went to Chertsey Agricultural Show on the 11th of August and entered all

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11th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Judges Critique for Paignton & Dist Championship Show 2018

Bolognese. SBD/B 1. 1st Hegarty. Enjanicka Toscana Amore Mio. Delightful baby of 8 mo, extrovert and full of mischief. Good

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10th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Kimberley 3-months old

Kimberley lives in West Sussex with her mum and her auntie. She likes to suck bed socks and peoples hair!

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7th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Bolognese on Tour

Club member Denise Turner took this picture of Peggy (aka Moorhey Silken Rose) in Normandy whilst the family are caravanning

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5th August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Hello From Buddy in Jersey

This is Buddy, he belongs to club member Margot Le Guyader and they live in Jersey in The Channel Islands.

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3rd August 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Trixie Passes Bronze Good Citizen Test

What a lovely picture of little Trixie who is owned by Sue Blair from Tyne & Wear. Sue is pleased

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3rd July 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Happy 10th Birthday to Candy Floss

Figgarony Andomache at Belstown, better known as Candy is 10-years old in the 4th of July 2018. She was pick

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3rd July 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Hot Day in London for MEET UP

It was a hot day on the 24th of June for the Greenwich Park MEET UP, but since then the

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25th June 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Jennie Hegarty’s first Bolognese MEET UP

My first ever meet up – and I loved it! I want to thank Paul and Melanie for sourcing the

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14th June 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese on Location

3 year old Pixie usually lives in Leeds with Dianne & Stuart Morris, but is currently on holiday in Honfleur, France!

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14th June 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 14/6/2018

compiled by Melanie Thomas In this News Roundup we can report on Bath & Three Counties Championship shows and pass

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10th June 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Judges Critique – Three Counties – Nick Gourley

Three Counties – June 9th, 2018. Bolognese I was very impressed with the number of dogs in this entry which

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31st May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

HAPPY 4th Birthday to Bolognese Fabio

Carol Martin’s Bolognese Fabio is 4-years old today, looks like he is taking it easy on his birthday!

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28th May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Kaylo Van Het Balgzand is BIS at Spire Toy Dog

What a brilliant result for Bolognese and for club member Karen Golden with her girl Kaylo. Kaylo Van Het Balgzand

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22nd May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

KENNEL CLUB RESPONSE TO WESTMINSTER DEBATE ON THIRD PARTY PUPPY SALES

Following an announcement by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) that there will be another consultation on

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21st May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Beautiful Setting for Latest MEET UP

Bolognese met in Bourton on the Water in The Cotswolds on Sunday the 20th of May. The pub we met

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17th May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Family Celebrate Petal’s 4th Birthday

Happy 4th birthday to Petal Costello. Her owner Cindy says, “you are a little Angel sent from heaven, the sweetest

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15th May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEET UP 20th May in The Cotswolds

We are pleased and excited to have arranged the first Bolognese MEET UP for 2018 in the beautiful Cotswolds. Everybody

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14th May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Judges Critique – Birmingham National Championship Show 10th May 2018

My fifth time judging the breed at this level, and I think the quality improves every time. Temperaments were wonderful

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8th May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Swarovski Crystal Bolognese Brooch Raffle

Last chance to buy raffle tickets – members only Chris Thatcher has very kindly donated a gorgeous Kezang Art Bolognese

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4th May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Max Guards His Prize

A PRIZE arrived at the Whateley’s house and Bolognese MAX decided to guard it to keep it from his sisters!

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2nd May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Spot Prize Arrives

Cassie Mulligan says “thank you very much for the lovely spot prize”.

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2nd May 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

KENNEL CLUB LAUNCHES NEW JUDGES’ CRITIQUES WEBSITE

The Kennel Club has announced the launch of a new Judges’ Critiques website kcjudgescritiques.org.uk. This free website has been developed

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30th April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Crufts 2018 Report of the Day

We had an entry of 56 dogs for Crufts 2018 under judge Jeff Horswell. Our judge had 98 Japanese Shiba

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25th April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

8-Years Old Today!

Happy 8th birthday to INT. CHAMPION PREDATINO BENGI owned and loved by Shirley Hewitson  

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23rd April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Peggy Loved Her Prize

Denise Turner sent us a message thanking the club for her prize for the recent Caption Competition. Here is an

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19th April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Peter is 17-years old!

Club member Lin Littlehales said of her Bolognese Peter who is 17-years old today, “happy 17th Birthday Peter, you still

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14th April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dear Tiger

Mark & Debbie Taylor’s dog Tiger is 6-years old today! He looks very happy in his birthday picture…

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12th April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Denise Turner WINS Caption Competition

Thanks everybody for your entries to the latest Caption Competition. We have chosen one outright winner with the caption ‘If

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8th April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique UK Toydog

UK Toy Society Championship show. Stafford 31 March 2018' Bolognese, judge Peter Young I thought that the breed had improved Read more
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2nd April 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Otti is 3rd Best in Show at TOP Championship Show

Great results for Bolognese as Int, Ir, Dutch Gib Ch Little White Wonder Othello Matteo ShCM CW17/18 known as Otti

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18th March 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique CRUFTS 2018 – Jeff Horswell

CRUFTS. Bolognese Not the easiest entry to judge. I was looking for a square, white d. Most had correct coats Read more
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6th March 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

KENNEL CLUB ACADEMY ADDS NEW CRITIQUE WRITING COURSE FOR DOG SHOW JUDGES

The Kennel Club has added a new course outlining the principles of critique writing to its online education resource, the

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1st March 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

KENNEL CLUB CREATES DOG SHOWING GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS

The Kennel Club has created a guide for people starting out in dog showing, which aims to encourage newcomers and

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28th February 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Daisy’s Progress

by Jude Pearson CLICK HERE to read the first part of Daisy’s story PART TWO – Daisy’s Progress Daisy went

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27th February 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 28/2/2018

compiled by Melanie Thomas The plan was to wait until after Crufts for a BOLOGNESE News Roundup, but so many

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24th February 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judge’s Critique Manchester Championship Show 2018

Manchester Championship Show 2018 Bolognese Judge: Mrs G Franklin My thanks to the Manchester Champ Show Committee for the invitation Read more
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6th February 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CRUFTS 2018 – THE WORLD’S GREATEST DOG SHOW SET TO BE EVEN MORE INTERNATIONAL

With more dogs from overseas set to descend on Birmingham next month than ever before, the world’s greatest dog show

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6th February 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Please Send in Your GALLERY Pictures

We have started a NEW area on the website for GALLERY pictures. If you are a club members, you are

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4th February 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Pixie Morris

Thankyou Diane Morris for sending us this lovely picture of her little Bolognese Pixie, who she has had for 1-year.

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4th February 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

International Pedigree Database

this article was first published in Bolognese Dog Club UK 2017 NEWS ROUND by Jessica Van Driel An international pedigree Read more
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30th January 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 30/01/2018

compiled by Melanie Thomas We are pleased to be able to report on Manchester Championship show where we had Bolognese

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29th January 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Our Dogs Competitions 2017 RESULTS

The awards and winners for the Our Dogs competitions 2017 have now been confirmed as follows and  they will be

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29th January 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

KENNEL CLUB ASKS EACH BREED TO APPOINT BREED EDUCATION COORDINATOR

Vital administrative role which will receive full advice and support from dedicated Kennel Club staff The Kennel Club has written

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29th January 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

JUDGES CRITIQUE Lichfield Canine Society 2018

This picture is Enjankicka Midnight Blue Best of Breed  OPEN SHOW 27th January 2018 I would like to thank the Read more
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22nd January 2018 Judith Pearson (renewal Jan 2026)

Daisy’s Story

I first saw Daisy on Chris Thatcher’s Facebook page as she had shared Whitehouse Kennels page of an abandoned Bolognese

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8th January 2018 Deana Mee (renewal Jan 2026)

New Friends

Pandora & Athena meeting Loki my daughter’s dog for the first time 

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8th January 2018 Deana Mee (renewal Jan 2026)

Happy Memories

The girls on Xmas morning

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8th January 2018 Deana Mee (renewal Jan 2026)

Reunion

A trip to see Hudson kisses with Candy and Lily as well

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8th January 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

International Pedigree Database

by Jessica Van Driel An international pedigree database has been a dream of mine for many years. When I just Read more
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8th January 2018 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Report Bolognese from World Show Leipzig 2017

by Virginia Dowty There were 2 shows with Bolognese at the WS venue. Firstly the German Winner’s show on the Wednesday Read more
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21st December 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Teddy & Petal Moorhay Babies

Teddy & Petal the Moorhay babies say Merry Christmas Cindy Costello

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14th December 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique LKA 2017

It was a great pleasure to judge my favourite breed at LKA. The standard of presentation overall was very good, Read more
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29th November 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW Club Member From Portland Oregon

We are pleased to welcome Ikuko Hisaka as a member of The Bolognese Dog Club UK. Ikuko breeds are shows Bolognese in

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15th November 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOB at The World Show 10th November 2017

WORLD DOG SHOW 2017 LIPSIA – Ares Di Chiesanova ( Clementina Di Chiesanova X Aquavit Hotblooded) Champion Class 1 Ecc-CACIB

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13th November 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 14/11/17

compiled by Melanie Thomas The Crufts Schedule is now out, entries close 22nd January 2018, through www.fossedata.co.uk. Jeff Horswell Crufts

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1st November 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Caroline Cockwell Joins Bolognese Dog Club Committee

We are welcoming Caroline Cockwell to our club committee. Caroline is new to the Bolognese breed having bought her boy

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31st October 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – Midland Counties 2017

Midland Counties Champ Show – 28th October 2017 Bolognese Thank you to the exhibitors for a lovely entry of quality Read more
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24th October 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Windy Day for Somerset MEET UP!

Sadly we had a few cancellations for Sundays MEET UP in Weston-super Mare. The hurricane the day before didn’t help.

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18th October 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Gianna Irvine

Gianna looking so beautiful she is such a special girl from Paul Irvine, club member from London

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18th October 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Great Weather for Bolognese MEET UP in Southport

The Bolognese walk in Southport Botanic Gardens on Sunday the 15th of October was a phenomenal success. We were having

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13th October 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

REMEMBRANCE – Khushbir Irvine 13/10/2003 – 01/04/2017

I had never heard of Bolognese dogs until I bought a book listing all the different dog breeds. As I

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10th October 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Kennel Club Unveils Open Show Reforms

10th October 2017 – 5:00 PM In the biggest shake-up to the open show scene for more than a generation,

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10th October 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Pleased to Announce North West BOLOGNESE Meetup

With the help of Jacky Johnson, we are now able to announce a Bolognese MEET UP on the 15th of

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27th September 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 27/9/17

compiled by Melanie Thomas Entries close for Hitchin & District Canine Society OPEN SHOW on the 28th September at www.fossedata.co.uk, we

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26th September 2017 Jessica Manders from The Netherlands (renewal Jan 2026)

A Vacation Break

Hello from the Netherlands

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14th September 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

REMEMBRANCE – Spaggy Thomas 2002 – 2012

This is a picture of our first Bolognese ‘Spaggy’ taken with my daughter in 2002. His Kennel Name was Chazard

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14th September 2017 Cindy Costello (renewal Jan 2023)

My Dogs in Their Club Bandana

My Babies are loving their holidays in The Cotswolds & modelling their new Bolognese Dog Club UK Bandanas. Moorhey Leonardo

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14th September 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

JUDGES CRITIQUE – WKC Aug 18th 2017

PD (3,1) 1 & BP & Res BD Dowty, Begg & Davidson's Lafford Hero, certainly square and compact in outline. Read more
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14th September 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

JUDGES CRITIQUE – Leeds City & Dist CA 23rd July 2017

Thank you to the Committee for inviting me to judge and to the exhibitors for the generous entry in terms Read more
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7th September 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 8/9/17

compiled by Melanie Thomas Over in Wales at Welsh Kennel Club show on the 18th of August top honours went

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31st August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BIRTHDAY WISHES

Happy Birthday Mr Wiggle, 3 today. Owned and loved by club member Rika Lane.

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29th August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Dog Club Dog Bandana For Sale

We are thrilled to be able to offer you our VERY OWN lovely Bolognese Dog Club UK Dog Bandana for

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23rd August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

New Club Member from Australia!

Our 104th Bolognese Dog Club UK member is Alanna Bell from Belmont, New South Wales AUSTRALIA! Alanna said, “We do

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18th August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Judges Critique – Paignton & District CH Show

Bolognese PD/B (3,1) 1. Dowty, Begg & Davidson’s Lafford Hero. 2 promising youngsters challenged here with the winner being this Read more
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17th August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 18/8/17

compiled by Melanie Thomas A group of loyal exhibitors made the journey to Devon for Paignton & District CH show

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7th August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 7/8/17

Leeds was a good show for the breed, with reasonable numbers. Our judge Mr Derfel Owen from London gives CC’s in

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7th August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critque – Windsor CH Show 2017

BOLOGNESE WINDSOR I want to thank Windsor Championship Dog Show for inviting me to judge Bolognese at their truly lovely Read more
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7th August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Hotham Park Picnic

A few of us got together on the 30th July in the lovely Hotham Park. Club members Norma Hemmings (with

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4th August 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Proud to be Donating to Good Causes

The Bolognese Dog Club UK raised £190.66 in May this year at its all breed Companion Show for PETS As

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22nd July 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Candy & Rita

Lovely how dogs can lift people’s’ spirits. Rita is not able to have a dog of her own anymore, but

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20th July 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Luigi is Best Dog at 9-years Old

New club member Bette Hopkins was over the moon when her 9-year old took top honours at East of England

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16th July 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BRITS SPEND MORE TIME POSTING PICTURES OF THEIR DOGS ONLINE THAN THEY DO EXERCISING THEM

Almost half of British adults (47 per cent) spend up to an hour a day taking photos of their dog,

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12th July 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

It’s Official 100 PAID MEMBERS!

Glyn & Mark Furnival-Jones have taken home their new Bolognese puppy Kyffin this week and joined The Bolognese Dog Club UK

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6th July 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Teddy and Princess Petal Enjoy The Summer

Teddy and Princess Petal look chilled on their new sun loungers. TecTake Lovely Pet Bed, £19.99 from Amazon!

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6th July 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

£190.66 Donated to PAT Dogs

We are really pleased to announce that we have been able to send a cheque to our nominated charity PETS As

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23rd June 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Sad Day – DOG WORLD Newspaper in Administration

MESSAGE FROM DOG WORLD Most people are aware that trading conditions in recent years in business generally have been difficult

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22nd June 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

THE KENNEL CLUB ENCOURAGES EMPLOYERS TO BE DOG FRIENDLY

Stroking a dog is proven to elevate the production of ‘happy hormones’ 90% of employers noticed an improvement in the

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21st June 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOLOGNESE News Roundup 21/6/17

We are launching a new regular feature bringing you news related to world of the Bolognese breed. We will be covering

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18th June 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Selection of Bolognese in LONDON Today

We knew the weather was going to be very hot today, so we slightly changed our plans to keep the

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18th June 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

WE HAVE A WINNER

The winning picture for our recent Personalised Photo Box Frame Competition is of Paul Irvine’s late Bolognese Khushbir. The winner was

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15th June 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – Bath CH Show – ROGER THOMAS

PD (4,2a) 1 Towers’ Enjanicka Midnight Blue, classy youngster & one for the future. Well made, nice for size & shape Read more
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30th May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Summer is Here!

Karen Golden with her 3 Bolognese Dolly Daisy, Annie Angelica and Lucie enjoying the start of summer.

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17th May 2017 Cindy Costello (renewal Jan 2023)

Petal’s Special Day

Happy Birthday to our little princess Petal, 3-years old today.

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16th May 2017 Mary Easton (renewal Jan 2026)

Doogle and Dino

We won the runner up prize for the Caption Competition, our prize came and Doogle & Dino love their new toys!

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9th May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SPOT PRIZES Awarded for Members’ Profiles

As promised, we are awarding a few SPOT PRIZES for members who have loaded pictures and text in their profile

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8th May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – BIRMINGHAM NAT CH SHOW, 04/05/17

Judge: Andrew Brace I really enjoyed this entry & was delighted to see how the breed is progressing with some Read more
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8th May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – WELKS CH SHOW, 28/04/17

Judge R Dunlop PD (2,1a) 1 Towers’ Enjanicka Midnight Blue, 7 months old really liked his size shape & overall balance, Read more
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3rd May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Profile – Andrew Brace

ANDREW BRACE’s first pedigree dog was the Boxer, which was a gift from his parents for passing his Grammar School

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3rd May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

OXFORD MEET UP – How did it go?

11 bolognese and 15 people met in The Trout Inn in near OXFORD on Sunday 23rd May. The pub was

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3rd May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Dog Club UK 2nd Companion Show 21st May 2017

Here is the schedule for our 2nd Companion Show to be held under licence from The Kennel Club. The show

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1st May 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

CHANGES TO THE WAY JUDGES ARE EDUCATED, APPROVED AND LISTED

KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO THE WAY JUDGES ARE EDUCATED, APPROVED AND LISTED Quality learning based upon competency The Kennel

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29th April 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lulu & Hector

Jane Towers with Lulu & her son Hector at WELKS 2017

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28th April 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CAPTION COMPETITION

Louis is 11 years-old this year. Louis owners in Suffolk kindly said we could use his picture for our COMPETITION.

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26th April 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Developments for PRA Testing in Bolognese

There is some good news on the DNA testing of Bolognese for PRA. A message has been put out to

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25th April 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Second Dog Show for NEW Bolognese Club

The Bolognese Dog Club UK is having its 2nd COMPANION SHOW on the 21st May 2017. The club show is

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19th April 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Redditch & District CS OPEN SHOW May 20th

Heather Blakeway will be judging 4 classes of Bolognese and 3 classes of Coton De Tulear at Redditch & District OPEN

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11th April 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BREEDER RECOMMENDATION

Recently we received 4 new memberships from Breeder Recommendation. When you sell your litter, why not sign up your new

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10th April 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

KENNEL CLUB AND FCI SIGN NEW AGREEMENT ON THE MUTUAL RECOGNITION OF JUDGES

The Kennel Club and the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) have reached a new agreement on the mutual recognition of judges,

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26th March 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Fun in The Sun

Brilliant weather for March. This picture was taken today of Ceasario Mulligan who lives in Morden in Surrey, what a

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22nd March 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Crufts 2017 – JUDGES CRITIQUE – Carolyn Roe

BOLOGNESE   Judge  CAROLYN ROE I would like to thank exhibitors for the wonderful entry I had to judge, I found Read more
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14th March 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

SHOW REPORT Crufts 2017

We have been gathering feedback over the last few days since Crufts and have compiled a report for those who

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12th March 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Karen & Shirley on Discover Dogs Stand Crufts 2017

Club members Karen Golden, Shirley Hewitson and Cindy Costello reported a great day on the Discover Dogs Stand at Crufts

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19th February 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Bolognese Wins Puppy Toy Group

Young Devonia’s Siena went through AVNSC to win Best Puppy Toy at Ilfracombe & District Canine Society Open Show 18th

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15th February 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER PROFILE – Sue Johnson

Sue Johnson is a JOINT PRO member with her daughter in law Jacky. Sue lives in Bootle, Merseyside. We asked

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12th February 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

KENNEL CLUB SUPPORTS INTERNATIONAL GENETIC TESTING INITIATIVE

The International Partnership for Dogs (IPFD), of which the Kennel Club is a founding partner, has announced an initiative called

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5th February 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

CRITIQUE – LICHFIELD CS OPEN SHOW 28 January 2017

LICHFIELD CANINE SOCIETY OPEN SHOW 28 January 2017 Judges Critique BOLOGNESE –  I would like to thank the Committee for

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30th January 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

MEMBER PROFILE Kathleen Holliday

Kathleen Holliday is now in her second year of being a Pro-club Member. We thought it would be great for members to

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29th January 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Chichester CS OPEN SHOW January 2017

There was a small gathering of Bolognese at Chichester CS OPEN SHOW today. Bolognese were represented in AVNSC Toy, AV

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28th January 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Welcome New Members January 2017

We would like to welcome 7 new members to the club this year. Ian & Mary Poulter are JOINT Pro-members

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27th January 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judge’s Critique – MANCHESTER CH SHOW 19th January 2017

PD (1) 1 Johnson’s Biancopale Shooting Star, ideal size, well balanced, flat skull, large round eye, level topline, well carried Read more
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18th January 2017 Ian and Mary Poulter JOINT MEMBERS (renewal Jan 2026)

My Dogs

We are seldom parted from our beloved little white clouds namely Whisper, aged almost 12, her daughter, Bettina, aged 10

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12th January 2017 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Find a Dog Show

Do you love competing with your dog and want to take part in more competitions? Or have you never done

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15th December 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Welcome to 13 NEW Members

We are pleased to welcome 13 new members to The Bolognese Dog Club UK, taking the membership up to 88 paid

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15th December 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

S WALES CH SHOW, 07/10/16 – Bolognese DOGS

DOGS – Deepest thanks to those who appointed me as judge for this event & to everyone who entered under Read more
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2nd December 2016 Cindy Costello (renewal Jan 2023)

Teddy & Petal’s Christmas Picture

HAPPY CHRISTMAS from Cindy Costello, Teddy & Petal

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2nd December 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

NEW SERVICE LAUNCHED TO HELP DOG LOVERS FIND SHOWS AND EVENTS NEAR THEM

The Kennel Club has launched a new online service that will enable dog lovers to find a range of shows

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24th November 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – South Wales CH Show Oct 2016 BITCHES

BITCHES – J (3) 1 Davidson’s Clarchien Hanky Pankey at Sharlarna, a very pretty, feminine, 8 month old, who gave Read more
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24th November 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – Midland Counties 2016

I would like to thank the society for inviting me to judge this lovely breed & a big thank you Read more
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14th November 2016 Virginia Dowty, IOM PRO MEMBER (renewal Jan 2021)

SHOW REPORT Bleiswijk HOLLAND

By Virginia Dowty Bleiswijk Int Ch 2 day show is one of the main shows in the Dutch calendar. 4 Read more
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4th November 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Brothers Doogle & Dino

Happy 4th Birthday to the gorgeous woofers Doogle & Dino owned by Mary Easton from Scotland. Mary said, “Thank you Elizabeth Lovie for

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3rd November 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

RICHMOND CH SHOW – Judge’s Critique

V (2) 1 Dowty’s Multi Ch Bolognese Star Audrey at Havanese Stars, nice head, excellent front & quarters, nice square Read more
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3rd November 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – City of Birmingham 2016

CITY OF BIRMINGHAM CH SHOW, 02/09/16 - VD (2) Two handsome 8 years brothers. 1 Hopkins’ Strophair Luigi, a credit Read more
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3rd November 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lovely Bright Day for Bolognese MEET UP

The MEET UP at Wharf Side Tea Rooms on Sunday was a success, 10 Bolognese came along of all ages, sizes

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3rd November 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Teddy’s 4th Birthday Cake

Happy 4th Birthday to Moorhey Leonardo known to his friends as ‘Teddy Bear’. Cindy Costello, his owner said, “we love

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25th October 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Monty & Ellie

Monty Bear, owned by Janet Frodsham, met Ellie Thomas again after 5 1/2 years, he seamed to still love her!

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13th October 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Lucca’s First Show

Club member Caroline Cockwell took her puppy (just 6-months) to his first show in Wales. She was amazed and thrilled to

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5th October 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Megan is 13-years Old Today!

Happy 13th birthday Megan. Her owner Kirsty Ellis said, “I can’t believe she is 13 today. She is an absolute

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26th September 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

New Comer Isabella

Isabella Mackrell qualifies for YKC (Young Kennel Club) final at Crufts 2017 in the YKC Stakes at Belfast Dog Show, aged

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22nd September 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critque Darlington CH Show 2016

Bolognese V (1) 1 Dowty’s Multi Ch Bolognese Star Audrey at Havanese Stars, 10 year old bitch, nice type, good Read more
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20th September 2016 Noel Sweeney (renewal Jan 2019)

Barking Dogs Seldom Bite, by Noel Sweeney LL.B Dip. Crim. I M.A.

By Noel Sweeney LL.B Dip. Crim. I M.A. www.noelsweeney.co.uk I have been a practising barrister for over twenty years. The

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15th September 2016 Kirsty Ellis - SCOTLAND (renewal Jan 2026)

Megan and Bailey

Megan and Bailey are looking a bit too comfy on my bed!

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15th September 2016 Virginia Dowty, IOM PRO MEMBER (renewal Jan 2021)

The European Dog Show Brussels, by Virginia Dowty

Four of us, Kathy Begg, Adam Davidson, Daphne Watson and Virginia Dowty travelled to Brussels to the European Dog Show which

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13th September 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Three Italian Beauties

Sian Kaye Lewis is from Cardiff, but now lives in Rome. She shows and breeds Bolognese and is also a

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7th September 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique WKC CH SHOW 19/08/16

Delighted to handle these little dogs & to find so much camaraderie among the exhibitors. Pity some choose to brush Read more
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1st September 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Winners at Euro Show in Brussels

BOLOGNESE EDS 2016 – Brussels, Belgium Bounien Jewel In The Rough BOB Meandi’s Streaking Saxon BOS Judge: Igor Vyguzov

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30th August 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Extra Benefits for Club Members

As our club merchandise list is growing, we have decided to offer members discounts for their loyalty. There is now a 10%

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30th August 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Fun & Frolics in Hotham Park

The first Bolognese Picnic took place on Sunday 31st July in the lovely Hotham Park. The weather was perfect. Nine

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16th August 2016 Caroline Moore (renewal Jan 2025)

Millie and Macy

I have been asked to let members know how Millie & Macy are getting on. I re-homed the Bolognese girls, who

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5th August 2016 Jane Towers (renewal Jan 2023)

Bolognese Car Stickers

I have found these great Bolognese car stickers and thought that club members would like to know about them. The company

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5th August 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

5-year old Pixie is Looking for a Loving Home

Pixie is a girl Bolognese and her owners are relocating abroad and sadly it is not possible for her to join them.

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25th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Five New Club Members

In the last few weeks, we have joined up 5 new Bolognese lovers. Diane Johnson is from Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire in Scotland

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25th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Load up Your Profile

Every member of The Bolognese Dog Club UK has their own profile in the MEMBERS AREA. In the profiles you

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19th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BEST PROFILE AWARD

Reviewing all the Member profiles, we are happy to award a ‘Spot Prize’ to Carol & Dennis Mulligan for the best pictures

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13th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique Three Counties CH Show

Bolognese It was a great pleasure to judge my own breed of 20 years now at Three Counties Ch Show, Read more
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13th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – East of England CH Show

Bolognese A long wait for you guys, thank you for your patience, I find this breed delightful, a member of Read more
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10th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Winners of Caption Competition

WINNERS ANNOUNCED PRIZES SENT! The winners of the last Caption Competition are The joint winners WINNER: Tracey & Megan Richardson

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10th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Hand Crafted Wooden Bolognese Gifts

Especially for YOU We are so pleased to be able to offer you a unique selection of hand-crafted wooden items

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10th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Club Rules & Code of Ethics

The Bolognese Dog Club UK Rules & Code of Ethics are published in the ABOUT US area of this site. They are

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6th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique BLACKPOOL CH SHOW, 24/06/16

PD (0). JD (3,2a) 1 Johnson’s Absuron Imperiale Mars, good size & shape, good coat & topline, nicely constructed front Read more
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4th July 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Glenys Haig Joins Bolognese Dog Club Committee

We are pleased to announce that Glenys Haig is joining the Bolognese Dog Club UK committee. Glenys has been very

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25th June 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Showing Tips

Keeping a Bolognese Face Seen in The Ring Reading in Viginia Dowty’s recent critique about keeping your dog’s hair off

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13th June 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

BOOK REVIEW

Bolognese Dog Club member Noel Sweeney’s book Dogs of Law reviewed a positive review from The British Police and Services Canine

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6th June 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Hand Crafted Wooden Bolognese Coasters

Coasters just £2.50 each (plus P&P at cost) We are pleased to be able to offer you a unique selection

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6th June 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Ellie Thomas Joins Committee

The Bolognese Dog Club UK has a new committee member, Ellie Thomas. Ellie has been brought up with one breed

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30th May 2016 Tina Vadaneaux (renewal Jan 2026)

Minty

Minty our 2-year old Bolognese girl, says hello from London Tina Vadaneaux

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29th May 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique REDDITCH Open Show, 14th May 2016

D L WHINCUP BOLOGNESE – PG (2) 1 RBOB, Hough’s Donoceielo Alessandro at Strophair, 2 year old male, good dark Read more
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29th May 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Judges Critique – BIRMINGHAM NAT CH SHOW 5th May 2016

Peter Jolley PD (6) 1 Mulligan’s Donocielo Ceasario, 11 months, very correct in outline, good mouth, dark eyes, looks very Read more
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25th May 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Show Report 21st May Chieveley

Chairman’s Report We only had an hour to set up the show as we couldn’t get the key until 9am.

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15th May 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Hello from Finland

Maria Molander (Kennel Sismix) has kindly allowed us to share an image of her beautiful Bolognese. Maria lives in Oulu

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15th May 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Answers to Common Questions about Bolognese

In our endeavour to educate people about the Bolognese, we have answered 5 common questions to supply readers with an insight to the

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2nd May 2016 Shirley Hewitson (renewal Jan 2024)

Tasty Treats for Little Treasures

Liver Sausage Biscuits (for dogs) makes about 40-biscuits 100g coarse rolled oats 100g fine rolled oats 150g cottage cheese 100g

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2nd May 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

FCI Standard BOLOGNESE valid from 01/01/2016

FEDERATION CYNOLOGIQUE INTERNATIONALE (AISBL) SECRETARIAT GENERAL: 13, Place Albert 1er B – 6530 Thuin (Belgique) VALID FROM 01/01/2016 17.12.2015/EN FCI-Standard

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29th April 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

First Dog Show for NEW Dog Club

PRESS RELEASE First Dog Show for NEW Dog Club The Bolognese Dog Club UK is having its first EVENT on

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8th April 2016 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Crufts 2016 Critique – ESPEN ENGH

Bolognese An impressive entry of Bolognese, both numerically & for quality. This is a breed I very much enjoy judging. Read more
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29th March 2016 Jitka Gazarek Riesova, Czech Republic (renewal Jan 2026)

Catti’s Puppies Enjoy The Sunshine

Jitka Gazarek Riesova, Czech Republic Hello from The Czech Republic

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4th May 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson/Editor

Chilled MEET UP in Worcester Country Park

I went to the Midlands MEET UP as I was in the Midlands for a few days and I thoroughly

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23rd April 2025 Melanie Thomas, Chairperson

Harry’s Hopping Story

by Melanie Thomas My Bolognese Harry is now 6-years old. I bred him as a show dog, he was pick

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