Crufts 2012, Spanish Water Dog News... sorry bit late but I am still tired from Crufts..

Before this year, Crufts was just to see Spanish Water Dogs. But from this year, I do not have time to see dogs in rings. But a little bird told me that Spanish Water Dog from Spain won on of the International Championship for Agility in Jumping. Well Done, David and Fran!

IAF British Open Agility at Crufts 8 March, Crufts 2012 

British Open jumping WINNERS: MEDIUM

1 David Molina Gimeno & Fran I De Can Ajirad 

And, here David and Fran is in Action !!!

I always wanted to do Agility with my Boris, and he is very fast and clever - just I was not good enough to keep up with it... sorry Boris. Mummy is limiting your ability.

I got tons of good news from Crufts - so keep you updated.

Perro de Agua Espanol, Concurso de pastoreo 2010 - Goat Herding Trial in Spain

On 17th October 2010, the Annual Goat Herding Trial in South Spain was held in a place called Algar. (Concurso de Pastoreo del Perro de Agua Español)

MD10 has been always sponsoring this event, being Spanish and Andalusian.


The Shampoo for Spanish Water Dog? Yes, "MD10, Texture Volume". For people who likes Coarse coat, MD10 dog grooming shampoo brought out a brand new shampoo called "Texture Herbal". Instead of Water, they use "Herbal Infusion", herbs like Rosemary. The shampoo smells gorgeous indeed. I am sure this is good for my dog and for me as aromatherapy.....

Algar is one my favourite spot in the world. Beautiful views surrounded by mountains and lakes. The sunset is breath taking....The animals who live on the farm are lucky.

This working trial was started to keep the working ability of el Perro de Auga Español (Spanish Water Dog), which is rapidly loosing in modern life styles. Spanish Water Dog can adopt in many living environment like living in town, however, their intelligence, strength will shine especially when they are working. The herding is one of common usage of this breed in south Spain since long time ago.

As I wrote in my previous blog, they just watch other experienced dog does, then copy it straight away. They are natural learner in many ways.... good or bad.

This year, they had 28 entries with a lot of new comers, which I believe it is wonderful. It is important to keep this interesting ability for the next generation, as a part of culture in this country, which they can be proud of.

Herding test is not just chasing Goat as you think - it is the obedience level of the handler, also not harming goats - these elements are strictly considered.

Dog has to know when and which direction he has to chase. Therefore, the ultimate obedience is the most important elements. Dog also has to be calm and should not be scared of goats too.

Young Christina and her dog joined this event at the very first time, and they did wonderfully and won a prize !!!

Well Done Christina - we will see again next year!

Shall I bring my Boris next year?

Have a break, have a Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Español)

After attending at the World Dog Show and followed by Champion show of Standard Poodle, I am rather exhausted. I still have a lots of video for MD10 to edit on the website and for the trade fair.

I have not had much chance to take proper photographs with my beloved camera neither.

Life is so short, so we have to enjoy it.

Anyway, My Spanish Water Dog gives me smile and happiness time to time, and I wanted to show you what these dogs can do quite easily. My dog Boris used to climb the ladder too, not good as this Candy.

They are not only for the pretty face !!!

Yes, I have to say again, For Curly coat like Spanish Water Dog, MD10 Texture shampoo is ideal indeed.

Spanish Water Dog - El Perro de Agua Español

Boris at the top of the world. He is multilingual.

The reason we choose Spanish Water Dog for our pet was "They don't shed coat", and "They are very clever breed".

They are fun, eager to work (Boris loves the clapping applause "Bravo!" and do anything to get this), very robust and very good companion. If he could go out to work and do shopping on his own, I think he is better than my partner.

The most suitable MD10 Professional Dog Grooming Shampoo for Spanish Water Dog is, "Texture Shampoo" followed by "Texture / Volume Conditioner". 

What I found the best for my Spanish Water Dog is, after washed the dog with using the MD10 Texture shampoo, apply MD10 Texture Volume conditioner as directed, and Very Lightly Rinse off the conditioner.

It makes the corded coat really bouncy, curly, yet very light and keep the original texture without being heavy at all.

 

There are so many way to use and perfecting MD10 Professional Dog Grooming Shampoo products depending on your dogs coat. 

What I found was, even a same breed, the coat can be very different from each dog. So if you are not 100% sure of the results, I recommend to do slightly different from the original way. If you need any help, DO let me know.

By the way, the following video is just part of what Spanish Water Dogs can do.