NEWS

AUGUST 24, 2008 - BEN WINS A GROUP 2 TO FINISH
After going Reserve Winners Dog at the BCCC National Specialty, Ben, (Classical's Gentle Ben) finished his championship today by taking a Group 2nd at the Markham Kennel Club show. Congratulations to Ben and his owners, Rita & Jim Whale on their success with this handsome young dog.

AUGUST 19-21, 2008 - THE BCCC NATIONAL SPECIALTY
We are thrilled and honoured to have Denzel chosen as Best In Specialty at the Canadian National Specialty under English breeder judge Margaret Harken of Claudalla Bearded Collies. Denzel's daughter, Judy (Ch. Kaboodle's Judge Judy N D'Skys) went Best of Opposite Sex, his son, Mickey, won Award of Merit #2 and another son won Best Puppy In Specialty. We are also very pleased to have Ben win Reserve Winners Dog at 13 months of age, his sister Sadie win 1st in her class in the Puppy Sweepstakes (she was not shown in the breed) and another Denzel son, Joey, earned his first two legs in Rally Novice and tied for first place. Congratulations to all of the owners on a very successful Specialty, we are very proud of all of you.

AUGUST 14, 2008 - MICKEY DOES CANADA
Mickey (Multi Ch. Classical's King Of Magic) left Canada to go and live with Charles Namey & Janet Atkins in Florida as an 8 week old puppy. He arrived back in Canada on Thursday, August 7th at 20 months of age and exactely one week later he earned his Canadian Championship, winning five Best of Breeds over Specials and four Group Placements including back to back Group 1st. Congratulations to his wonderful owners, Charles & Janet for making the long trip to Canada and for their love and dedication to this outstanding young dog. Mickey is now a Group Winner in 3 countries. Pictured below are photos of Mickey's group placements, his Group 1st photos will be added as soon as they are arrive.

JULY 4 - 6, 2008 - BEN PICKS UP 3 MORE POINTS
Ben  and his mom, Rita Whale attended the Kawartha Kennel Club shows this weekend and did well. Ben took Best of Breed the first and second day and Best of Winners and Best of Opposite Sex on the third day, for a total of 3 more points, so he is already half way to his championship. Ben is such a happy go lucky boy that he can be a bit of a handful in the ring, but he was expertly handled by his very patient mom, Rita Whale. Congratulations Rita & Jim.

JULY 1 & 2, 2008 - SADIE WINS AGAIN
Sadie's last shows as a puppy resulted in her winning Best of Breed both days at the Bobcaygeon Shows as well as Best Puppy In Breed of course. She also won Best Puppy In Group on the first day and a Group 3rd the second day. Sadie really enjoys being in the ring and is a joy to show, she is such a good girl. Congratulations Gail.

JUNE 14, 2008 - BEN WINS HIS FIRST POINTS
Ben (Classical's Gentle Ben) is Sadie's sister, out of Louie (Ch. Brigadoon Daybar Believe It Or Not) and Danielle (Can.Am.Ch. Classical Wonder Woman). Today at the Ontario County Kennel Club in Orono, Ontario he earned his first points by going Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex and Best Puppy In Breed. Congratulations to Ben's owners, Jim & Rita Whale. He is owner handled by hihs mom, Rita.

MAY 31, 2008 - SADIE FINISHES HER CHAMPIONSHIP
Sadie finished her championship today at the Aurora Kennel Club show in Markham by winning another Best of Breed and Best Puppy In Breed. Congratulations Gail.

APRIL 25-27, 2008 - SADIE & VIOLET WIN AT VICTORIA CO SHOW
Her first weekend in the ring, Sadie (Classical Believe in Wonders) out of  Louie (Ch. Brigadoon Daybar Believe It Or Not) and Danielle (Can.Am.Ch. Classical Wonder Woman) not only won three Best of Breeds, but went on to win a Group 3rd, Group 4th and two Best Puppy In Groups for a total of 9 points towards her championship. Congratulations to Sadie's co-owner Gail Laughlin.

Violet (Classical Little Miss Show Off) went Winners Bitch for a 3 point win on Friday, Best of Breed on both Saturday & Sunday for 4 point wins each day to finish her championship out of the Bred-By-Exhibitor class. Violet is our first home-bred Havanese champion and we are very proud of her. She may be plain in markings but she makes up for it in her attitude, movement and showmanship, she is our Little Miss Show Off.

APRIL 26-27, 2008 - MICKEY WINS 2 MORE GROUP PLACEMENTS
Mickey had fun in Vero Beach, FL this weekend where he won a Group 3rd and a Group 4th. Congratulations to owners Charles Namey and Janet Atkins. Way to go Mickey.

APRIL 18-20, 2008 - NCBCC SPECIALTY WEEKEND
Denzel was awarded  #1 Award of Merit at the National Capital Bearded Collie Club Specialty in Timonium, Maryland under English breeder judge Sue Carter. His daughter Judy won Reserve Winners Bitch and his granddaughter, Lexi, our young Harrison daughter won Best of Winners on Saturday & Sunday to earn both her majors on her first trip to the US. Congratulations also to Denzel's son, Howard, on winning Best Puppy In Sweeps at the Specialty.

APRIL 19-20, 2008 - CHEERS WINS BOS OVER 4 SPECIALS
Congratulations to Cheers and his co-owner & handler, Cyndie Reinheimer on winning Best of Opposite Sex on Saturday over four Champions for two points. Cheers went Best of Winners on Sunday for another point.

MARCH 16, 2008 - WOW - MICKEY WINS HIS 1st BEST IN SHOW
We are thrilled that not only did Mickey repeat his Group 1st win from yesterday, but today he won BEST IN SHOW at the  Bahamas Kennel Club Show in Nassau, Bahamas owner handled by Janet Atkins. At only 16 months of age, this is Mickey's 1st BIS and we are pleased that he also earned his Bahamas Championship today as well. Congratulations Janet on handling this handsome boy to such a great honour and to Charles for his devotion to Mickey and for pursuing the dream.

MARCH 15, 2008 - MICKEY WINS A GROUP 1st IN THE BAHAMAS
Mickey, (Ch. Classical's King of Magic) won a Group 1st today at the Bahamas Kennel Club Show in Nassau, Bahamas owner handled by Janet Atkins. Congratulations to his owners Charles Namey & Janet Atkins.

JANUARY 26, 2008 - MICKEY WINS A GROUP 3RD
Mickey, (Ch. Classical's King of Magic) won a Group 3rd today at the Greater Gainesville Dog Fanciers Association show in Ocala, Florida. Congratulations to his owners Charles Namey & Janet Atkins.

JANUARY 12, 2008 - CHEERS WINS BOB OVER SPECIALS AT HIS 1ST SHOW
Cheers (Classical Cheers to Wyndmist) is pictured taking Best of Breed over Specials at the Winnegamie Dog Club Show, at his first show, earning his first points towards his American championship and he is only 7 months of age. The following day Cheers went Best of Winners. Cheers is out of Rosie and Henry and is co-owned and was handled by Cyndie Reinheimer of Theresa, WI. Congratulations Cyndie on this very exciting start to Cheers show career, he is a super puppy.

DECEMBER 15, 2007 - WOW - MICKEY WON A GROUP 1ST
At his first weekend out as a Special and only 12 months of age, Mickey won a Group 1st at the Central Florida Kennel Club Show in Orlando, FL. Huge congratulations to Mickey (Ch. Classical's King Of Magic) and his owners Janet Atkins & Charles Namey on this super win.

DECEMBER 1, 2007 - LEXI WINS AT THE BCCC BOOSTER
Our baby Champion, Lexi (Ch. Classical Alexis On Fire) won Best of Opposite Sex & Best Puppy at the Brantford Kennel Club BCCC Booster show under judge Leslie Rogers. She also won Best Puppy In Group.

NOVEMBER 18, 2007 - MICKEY WINS A 5 POINT MAJOR TO FINISH
Congratulations to Mickey (Ch. Classical's King Of Magic) and owners Janet Atkins & Charles Namey on completing his American championship today with a 5 point major at the Greater Ocala Dog Show in Ocala, Florida. We had a wonderful day celebrating Mickey's 1st birthday, thank you to all of Mickey's friends for your support, friendship and lovely presents. Mickey also won Best of Winners & Best of Opposite the day before for 2 points.

NOVEMBER 17, 2007 - ROSIE'S BIG WIN
Rosie won Best of Breed today from the classes over 5 Specials for a 5 point major at the Mid-Florida Havanese Club sponsored show held at the Greater Ocala Dog Show in Ocala, Florida.

NOVEMBER 9, 2007 - LEXI EARNS HER CHAMPIONSHIP
Our baby star, Lexi, finished her championship today at the Georgina Kennel Club show, at 8 months of age. Along the way she earned several Best of Breeds, Best Puppy In Group wins and group placements. 

OCTOBER 6-8, 2007 - LEXI WINS IN TROUT CREEK
Already pointed at her first shows, Lexi went to Trout Creek to earn more points at the Nippissing Kennel Club shows by winning Best of Breeds, multiple Group placements and Best Puppy In Group wins. She is well on her way to her championship.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2007 - REGGIE EARNS HIS CHAMPIONSHIP
Reggie (Classical's Wonder Boy) took Best of Winners today to finish his championship undefeated in the classes. Along the way he also won 4 Best Puppy In Groups, a Best Puppy In Show and a Group Placement. Special thanks to Reggie's new owners, the Crump family, for allowing us to show Reggie and for providing such a wonderful loving home for him.

THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
The girls are enjoying the last days of summer, lounging around in the pool and doing a little surfing. From left to right is Rosie showing how it is done, Betty relaxing as surfing is just too much work and not enough treats and little Violet taking her first lesson.

AUGUST 25, 2007 - LEXY WINS ANOTHER BEST IN MATCH
At 5 months of age, while waiting for her turn in the showring, Lexy is enjoying being out and about. Today she went to her 2nd all-breed match and once again she was awarded Best In Match.

AUGUST 23, 2007 - REGGIE WINS BEST PUPPY IN SHOW
Reggie won Best of Breed today to earn another point towards his championship and also went on to win Best Puppy In Group and Best Puppy In Show at the Markham Kennel Club show. Congratulations to his new owners, the Crump family.

AUGUST 12, 2007 - MICKEY EARNS HIS 1ST MAJOR
Mickey continues his winning way and went Winners Dog & Best of Winners today for his major at the Carolina Kennel Club show in Greensboro, NC. Congratulations to Mickey's owners and handlers, Janet Atkins & Charles Namey.

JULY 21, 2007 - MICKEY WINS 2 RESERVE BEST IN SHOWS
Mickey, Classical's King of Magic, out of Denzel & Danielle went to the United Kennel Club shows in Lakeland, FL and came away with multiple Group wins & placements as well as two Reserve all-breed Best In Show wins. Mickey is only 8 months of age. Congratulations to his owners Janet & Charles.

JULY 8, 2007 - COCOA EARNS HER AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP
Congratulations to Cocoa (Ch. Classical's Round of Applause) and owners Steve Blau & Rosemary Schroder on completing her American championship today with a 3 point major at the Naugatuck Valley Kennel Club show in West Springfield, Massachustts. Cocoa is out of Denzel & Danielle and littermate to Joey, Pearl & Angelina.

JULY 4, 6-8, 2007 - REGGIE MAKES HIS SHOW DEBUT
In Reggie's first shows, at 7 months of age, he earned 3 Best of Breeds, 3 Best Puppy In Groups, a Group 3rd and earned 7 points towards his championship. Reggie is Classical's Wonder Boy, out of Denzel & Danielle.

JULY 6, 2007 - LEXY WINS BEST IN MATCH
Our baby, Lexy, Classical's Alexis On Fire, out of Harrison & Judy, made her show debut today at the Kawartha Kennel Club all-breed match. Just one day shy of 4 months of age, Lexy wowed the judges and went on to win Best In Match & Best Puppy In Match.

JUNE 15, 2007 - TRUMAN WINS THE CHICAGOLAND BEARDED COLLIE CLUB SPECIALTY
We were thrilled to hear that Truman, Ch. Classical's Truly Irresistible won Best In Specialty at the CBCC Specialty, owner handled by Cheryl Fehre. Truman is a very handsome Harrison son and we are very proud of him, congratulations Cheryl & Dennis.

JUNE 9 & 10, 2007 - MICKEY EARNS HIS FIRST TITLES
Mickey, Classical's King of Magic, out of Denzel & Danielle went to his first shows and earned his IABCA International and National Puppy Championship at 6 months of age. Mickey is owned and handled by Janet Atkins & Charles Namey.

APRIL 15, 2007 - HARRISON EARNS HIS CGN
Two weeks short of his 14th birthday, Harrison earned his CKC Canine Good Neighbour title, almost 11 years after earning his AKC Canine Good Citizen. This title also earned him his Grand Championship.

NOVEMBER 10-12, 2006 - JUDY WINS BEST OF BREED ALL 3 DAYS
Judy, Denzel's daughter, Kaboodle's Judge Judy N D'Skys, came with her mom, Kit, for the weekend and attended the Georgina Kennel Club Shows. Judy picked up 7 more points towards her Canadian Championship by winning Best of Breed all three days and also placing in the Group. Judy needs only 1 more point to finish in Canada. Judy is now co-owned with Kit Hill and will be residing at Classical.

AUGUST 24, 2006 - HARRISON WINS #1 SELECT AT THE NATIONAL
Harrison does it again, at 13 years of age he moved his way into #1 Select at the Canadian National under English Breeder Judge Althea Richardson. It is hard to believe that he is 13 years old as he certainly doesn't look or act it.

JULY 7, 2006 - DENZEL WINS THE GLBCC SPECIALTY
 We had a wonderful day at the Great Lakes Bearded Collie Club Specialty in Troy, Michigan. Under English Breeder Judge Janet Woods, Denzel triumphed to win his 2nd Specialty BOB win with his daughter, Judy (Kaboodle's Judy Judge N D'Skys) winning Winners Bitch & Best of Winners, his daughter (Meadow's Nothing Like A Miracle) winning Reserve Winners Bitch and another daughter, Delilah (Ch. Meadows' Nothing So Delightful) winning Best of Opposite Sex.

JULY 2 & 3, 2006 - PEARL WINS A BPIS
 After quickly earning her Championship, Pearl's first weekend as a Special resulted in a Group 4th, Group 2nd and a BEST PUPPY IN SHOW!!

JUNE 27, 2006 - PEARL FINISHED HER CHAMPIONSHIP WITH A GROUP 1ST
 At the Bobcaygeon Kennel Club show today, Pearl not only finished her championship, but she won a Group 1st and Best Puppy In Group.  What a super way to finish!!

 

JUNE 17, 2006 - LOUIE WINS THE NATIONAL SPECIALTY IN FINLAND
 Congratulations to Louie, (Fin.Ch.Classical Image of Balimor) on winning the National Specialty today in Finland under English breeder judge Wendy Hines. Louie is out of Harrison & Charlotte and this is the 2nd time he has won the National Specialty in Finland. Congratulations to his owner Johanna Korpijaakko.

JUNE 10-11, 2006 - PEARL WINS ANOTHER BOB AND A GROUP 3RD
 At the Ontario County Kennel Shows, our lovely girl Pearl earned 5 more point towards her championship and on Sunday, she took Best of Breed over a Special and went on to win a Group 3rd.  

MAY 28, 2006 - HARRISON WINS THE GROUP AT 13 YEARS OF AGE
 Harrison came out to play today at the Aurora Kennel Club show where he won Best of Breed under the aspiring new judge, Steve Dainard and went on to win the Group under Terry Carter. At 13 years of age, this outstanding dog still has what it takes to compete with the best.

MAY 27-28, 2006 - PEARL WINS BOB AND HER 1ST POINTS
 At the Aurora Kennel Club shows, Angie & Joey's litter sister, Pearl (Classical Precious Pearl) went Best of Breed over a Special on Saturday for her first two points and Best of Winners & Best Opposite Sex for another two points on Sunday.

MAY 22, 2006 - ANGELINA IS A NEW CHAMPION
 At the Kitchener Kennel Club show, Angie went Best of Winners to finish her championship and topped it off with another Best Puppy In Group. Denzel's son, Kenny, went Winners Dog and Best of Opposite Sex over a Special at the same show.

MAY 13, 2006 - ANGELINA WINS ANOTHER BPIS
At Forest City Kennel Club show, our beautiful Angelina won another BEST PUPPY IN SHOW today!!

APRIL 28-30, 2006 - JOEY WINS A BPIS & EARNED HIS CHAMPIONSHIP
Joey had a fabulous weekend, winning BOB over a Special all three days and going on to win a Group 2nd & 3rd, three Best Puppy In Group's and a BEST PUPPY IN SHOW to finish his Canadian Championship in 5 shows - 5 wins - all by 8 months of age. Way to go Joe.

APRIL 21, 2006 - DENZEL WINS THE NIBCO SPECIALTY
We had a wonderful day at the National Capital Bearded Collie Club Specialty show in Baltimore, Maryland. Denzel won Best In Specialty under English Breeder Judge Tami Nunley (Benriga) and his kids also did well, including Joey, Angelina, Kenny & Judy all winning 1st in their classes in both the Specialty and the Puppy Sweepstakes and his son, Wendell, won Award of Merit #2. Congratulations also to Denzel's daughter, Willow, who finished her championship on the same weekend at the Baltimore shows.

APRIL 7 & 9, 2006 - ANGELINA WINS HER 1ST BPIS
On Friday, Angelina won BOB over a Special and went on to win BPIG & a Group 4th and on Sunday she won BOB, BPIG, Group 3rd and a BEST PUPPY IN SHOW. She also earned 6 more points towards her championship.

MARCH 3-5, 2006 - JOEY & ANGELINA MAKE THEIR SHOW DEBUT
At 6 months and 1 week of age, Joey & Angelina took turns at being shown at the Orangeville Kennel Club shows. Joey (Classical Smokin’ Joe T.K.O) made his first appearance in the ring on Friday and earned his first 2 points and a Best Puppy In Group. Saturday was Angie's (Classical’s Wonderful Won) turn to make her show debut and she went Best of Winners for her first points. Joey came back on Sunday to earn 2 more points. This was Betty's show debut as well, our cream & white Havanese princess earned two 3 point majors by going Best of Winners on Friday & Sunday.

FEBRUARY 26, 2006 - DENZEL EARNS HIS NA
Denzel earned his first leg towards his Novice Agility title at the BCCA National Specialty in October and today in passed his third trial to earn his NA.

DECEMBER 11, 2005 - DENZEL EARNS HIS RA
After earning his first leg towards his Rally Novice title at the BCCA National Specialty in October, Denzel gathered two more legs at the Winston-Salem Shows this past weekend to earn his Rally Novice Title in three tries.

DECEMBER 10, 2005 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY KATELYNN
Our gorgeous old dolly, Katelynn, turned 16 years old today and we celebrated with a Birthday Party with many of her friends and relatives joining in the celebration, including her litter brother Kelsey.

AUGUST 23, 2005 - DANIELLE'S BABIES HAVE ARRIVED
Danni delivered 6 beautiful puppies today, 1 brown male, 4 brown females and 1 black female. Mom and babies are doing really well, click here to see photos of the new babies.

JULY 27, 2005 - DANIELLE IS IN WHELP
We are very excited to announce that Danielle, Can.Am.Ch. Classical Wonder Woman (Can.Am.Ch. Shilstone Charlie Charcoal ex Can.Am.Ch. Classical American Woman) is in whelp to Denzel, Can.Am.Ch. Pattishawl Causin Applause, with puppies due around the end of August. This will be the first litter bred at Classical in over 5 years and will also be Danielle's first litter.

JUNE 28, 2005 - ROSIE - CHIC# 22228
We are pleased to announce that our Havanese, Rosie, Ch. Wincroft's Little Dust Bunny, has been issued a CHIC #. She has received OFA Certificates for Hips, Luxating Patella's, BAER and CERF to earn her CHIC.

JUNE 18, 2005 - HARRISON WINS AT CBCC SPECIALTY
At 12 years of age, Harrison, (MBIS, MBISS, Can.Am.Ch. Classical Image Of A Legend), couldn't wait to get back in the ring. Thank you judge Pat Hastings for awarding Harrison Best Veteran and Best of Opposite Sex at the CBCC Specialty.

JUNE 10, 2005 - HARRISON'S SON WINS NWBCCPS SPECIALTY
Congratulations to Luke, (Ch. Ragtyme's Mister Cool), owned and bred by Lynn & Vince Zagarella on winning the NWBCC Specialty under English Breeder judge Janet Lewis (Potterdale) and also winning BOB the following day at the supported entry show under English Breeder judge Mike Lewis.

MAY 20, 2005 - TYLER'S DAUGHTER WINS AT BCCA REGIONAL SPECIALTY
Congratulations to Niki, (Chantilly's Frozen In Tyme HT), owned by Kathy Pavlich, out of Tyler, BIS, BISS, Can.Am.Ch Algobrae Sterling Silver ex Ch Chantilly's Virginia Woof OA OAJ PT. Niki won Winners Bitch and Select #2 under English Breeder judge Ann Wilding (Bendale). Niki was bred by Kathy Pavlich and Beth Tilson using frozen semen collected from Tyler over 20 years ago.

APRIL 22, 2005 - DENZEL'S DAUGHTER WINS AT NCBCC SPECIALTY
Congratulations to Delilah and her owners Claudia McNulty and Carolyn Hoffman on winning Best of Winners & Best of Opposite Sex at the NCBCC Specialty under English Breeder judge Rosemary Haywood to finish her American Championship. Also congratulations to two of Denzel's daughters, Peaches (Kiltie's Peach Parfait) & Willow ( Kiltie's Paint Your Wagon) on winning 1st & 2nd in the 9-12 months puppy bitch class.

MARCH 29, 2005 - DENZEL - CHIC # 20967
We are pleased to announce that Denzel has been issued a CHIC #. As well as having the required OFA Certifications for Hips, Thyroid & CERF, he also has OFA Certification for Elbows and Luxating Patellas.

MARCH 27, 2005 - DENZEL'S DAUGHTER DELIAH WINS THE GROUP
Congratulations to Delilah, (Am.Ch. Meadow's Nothing So Delightful), and her owners Claudia McNulty and Carolyn Hoffman on winning a Group 1st from the classes in Canada today. She took a 4 point win yesterday, so she is well on her way to her Canadian Championship.

MARCH 26, 2005 - HENRY IS A NEW CHAMPION
Henry, (Kamelott's Classical Prince), our black & white parti Havanese, finished his American championship today by winning Winners Dog & Best of Winners for a 5 point major.

MARCH 22, 2005 - COWBOY & HENRY WIN IN RALEIGH, NC
Henry's first time back in the ring after finishing his Canadian Championship at 8 months of age in August 2004, he wins WD & BOW for another 3 point major in the US.
Congratulations to Denzel's son, Cowboy, (Kaboodle's Classical Cowboy), on finishing his American Championship today going WD & BOW. Congratulations to his breeder/owner Kit Hill.

MARCH 13, 2005 - DENZEL'S DAUGHTER WIN AT CRUFTS
Congratulations to Denzel's beautiful daughter, ALVA, (Curiosity Watch My Fly) on winning 1st in the Special Junior Bitch Class at Crufts at just 12 months of age. ALVA was bred by Kristina Heinonen & Pia Saares of Finland. ALVA's mom was Intl. & Fin.Ch.Memorylane I've Got Rhythm. Congratulations to all!!!