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Kenneth Hekman 6/12/22 Kenneth Hekman 6/12/22

Annual STCNE Sweepstakes and Specialty. June 3, 2022

Galleries

Sweepstakes

Parade of Rescues

Parade of Veterans

Highlights of regular classes (click an image to enlarge and scroll)

All American Picnic

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Annual STCNE all breed Agility trials

An all breed agility trial, organized by STCNE was conducted in the Northford Connecticut Field house April 23 - 24th. The events was a great success and allowed participants and audience an opportunity to view the different breeds at work.

Besides differences in size and other physical characteristics we were able to study the difference in approach from the “serious working dogs” like Boxers, Dobermans and a Rottweiler to the playful smaller dogs from the toy group. Herding dogs were very prominent participants displaying extreme focus on the task ahead coupled with great energy and explosive speed.

Some of the dogs appeared aware of the need to look good and were groomed to perfection while running the course with grace and speed.

What about Scotties? They performed well even their occasional displays of independence.

Here are some pictures:

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Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Luncheon

The annual STCNE Corned Beef and cabbage dinner was celebrated at the Public House in Sturbridge Massachusetts 3/13/2022.
The hall as well as many members were decorated in Irish Green for the occasion. Attendees had the opportunity to eat great food and visit sales tables as well as participate in an auction with proceeds benefiting the STCNE. The highlight of this gathering was a talk by George Wright who talked about his engagement in the Scottie community and current trends as well as important aspects of Scottish Terrier ownership.

George Wright who is well known in the Scottish terrier community as a knowledgeable advocate for the breed, has spent his career in the show ring exhibiting, and as an AKC judge, He is a breeder and groomer of terriers. His distinctive Scottish accent added gravitas to his discussion of our Scottish terrier breed.

Here are some of the pictures from the event, Clicking a picture will enlarge it.

Kenneth Hekman 11/12/21 Kenneth Hekman 11/12/21

ANNUAL AWARD BANQUET AND MEMBERSHIP MEETING

The Scottish Terrier Club of New England (STCNE) fall banquet was held at the Public House Inn in Sturbridge Massachusetts on November 7th. The event was well attended by new and old members who were able to enjoy fellowship and celebrate the success of many club members who were victorious in the show ring and other competitions involving our Scotties. Awards were handed out for special achievements.

Attendees were also able to complement their Scottie memorabilia collections either by winning one of several raffles, submitting winning action bids or stopping by the sales tables.

Many scotties were able to talk their owners in to getting pictures with Santa. Several of the Scotties also included their owners in the pictures which will be e-mailed to the dog owners such that they can be printed or included in Facebook posts or otherwise shared with friends and family.

The STCNE President Barbara Ljunggren also informed members about upcoming activities, shared opportunities for further involvement in club activities as well as letting attendees know about the passing of members during the past year.

This successful event was made possible by the many hardworking volunteers who spent hours preparing and working at this event. Thanks to all!

*Members being bagpiped into the meeting. What a beautiful day.*

Here is a group picture of all the wonderful participants in Rescue.

Award winners

A solemn moment

Our Presiden asks for a moment of silence in remembrance of those we lost this year.

Scotties meet with Santa and his elf.

Thank you Linda for the beautiful handmade raffle item.

Kenneth Hekman 11/3/21 Kenneth Hekman 11/3/21

EARTHDOG TRIALS Harwinton CT October 17

On October 17th John and Lucy McNabney hosted the Scottish Terrier Club of New England Inc. 2021 Earthdog Event. The event was well attended with over 60 guests and a variety of terriers. Thank you to all who joined us on this beautiful fall day and supported our Earthdog.
Barbara Ljunggren, President STCNE,inc.