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3-Way Match 
 
The 3-Way Match takes place every year between Plymouth, Goonhavern and Exeter dog training clubs.
 
This year's event took place on Sunday 27th February.  The competition was hosted by Exeter DTC and the venue at the Scout Hut, Plympton was organised by Plymouth DTC who also provided a splendid buffet lunch which was enjoyed by those attending.

 

The Exeter DTC team comprised of three members of the Advanced Class from Exeter, four trainers and two members of the club who regularly compete at Open obedience shows. These were:

  • Astrid Williams and Sweet Dream Girl
  • Mark Williams and Dromnagus Naked Shame
  • David Johnson and Tim
  • Margaret Edwards (trainer at Woodbury) and Star of Tynings
  • Angela Kingshott (trainer at Exeter) and Hassavant Clarisa
  • Ailsa Westlake and Ivyburn Graceful Princess
  • Chris Fifield (trainer at Exeter & Woodbury) and Dunnslayne Brae and Arlils Libertaine
  • Jackie Bradford and Pix Von Brook Ruby Tuesday
  • Paul Cousins (trainer at Exeter) and Moortime Forest Fern

 

The format for the competition comprised of four classes of obedience with a minimum of two dogs in each class from each of the teams. Each team had a further two dogs which could be entered into any of the classes. As a result there was a minimum of six dogs in each class with a possible maximum of 12 dogs. This format ensured that the team places were not known until the last class had been worked.

Points were awarded, 12 points for first place , 11 for second,  down to one point for 12th place.

After a draw Plymouth DTC were the first to work, followed by Goonhavern CTC and then Exeter DTC. 

Each of the clubs took the opportunity to give ‘pet handlers’ a taste of competition as well as providing pre season ring experience for the more experienced handlers.

The Judge for the day was Jenny Butters who was assisted by Symone as Ring Steward and Margaret Warren as Table Steward.

The final team placings were as follows: 

  1. Exeter DTC
  2. Plymouth DTC
  3. Goonhavern CTC

Click here to see a full breakdown of the scores.

Thanks to Paul Cousins for preparing this report.

If you are interested in competitive obedience or thinking of getting involved the 3-Way Match is an excellent introduction.  It is a great way to see how classes work and what is required of the handler and dog in a friendly environment.  We won't pretend that we're not competitive, but at the end of the day it is just a bit of fun and friendly rivalry!  If you would like to take part please speak to your trainer.

See our Annual Open Show page for more information about competitive obedience.

 

PS - It used to be a 5-way match but these days clubs find it hard to get a team together.  If anyone from other dog training clubs in Devon or Cornwall is reading this and thinks they might be able to get a team together, please contact us - it could be a 4-way, 5-way of even a 6-way match!

updated on 13 March 2011