December 2015
At Cloghran Bubba wins open Dog with BOB
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Tassu and Tom worked hard for Irish Therapy dogs over the month , were successful is collecting much money for the charity to help them .Of course Tassu is always a huge hit with the public and attracts crowds wherever he is .
At the final show of the year , Bubba took Green star dog and R BOB , with Sully taking res GS .Sully was top winning Male Leo .
We hope for puppies for 2016 , we plan to use our gorgeous Tassu .Really looking forward to some Tassu-bergers in due course !
We finished 2015 as Top Breeder for the third year in a row . We look forward to 2016 with much pride and happiness .
November 2015
At Cloghran , we took 3 Leos to show , and under Judge Mrs L Connolly ,. Tassu took Green star Male with excellent and then BOB ! Asha took Green star bitch and Res BOB and Zeta got excellent in Open bitch . Thanks for all the lovely comments from the judge and others .They enjoyed their day . The following day Tassu went to the Pet Expo and worked with the Irish Therapy dogs stand with Tom . A very tiring weekend but so much fun also .
In the UK , we were delighted that in the Leonberger Club of GB show , Bubba at just two took 3rd place out of 13 in Limit class and Sully and Delboy took 3rd and 4th in a large open class under the Finnish judge Mrs Elina Haapaniemi .
At Munster show , Bubba wins BOB Leonberger and takes Res in Group 2 !\
October 2015
At Bullbreeds Sully takes Green star and BOB and then he takes Group 4 ! Judge was Mr W. Mrowiec from Poland . Bubba takes the Res Green star .
September 2015
At Bangor ch show in Belfast , “Bubba” Leokings centre Stage Jun Ch won Intermediate male Class with Exc grade and Res Green,
“Sully” Ir Ch Leokings Lionheart Jun Ch won Champion male Class with Exc Grade Green Star dog and Best of Breed under Judge Mrs M Courtney Reid from Australia, Sully went into group to be shortlisted to top 8 and was then pulled for Group 4 !!!!!! The judge was Mrs I Huber from Germany
August 2015
On the 4th Prada had her 4th Birthday .
The 15th August was the Leo club show with 20 Leos entered , many from the UK and it was so nice to see old friends again .
We were delighted that Bubba took Intermediate class with excellent grade , Sully won the Open class with Exc grade and Delboy returning to the ring took the Champion class ! So for the dog challenge, Dick Baars from the Netherlands awarded Sully ( Leokings Lionheart ) Green star dog with Bubba the Res Challenge ! I had the great pleasure to handle Bubba . Well done to Mandy for her training and presentation of these Leos .
Clonmell Ch show Sully again took Best dog and Green star .
Ria ( from Prada and Delboy ) took 1st in Working Group and then Res Champion at Swinford show . Huge congrats to her owners .
July 2015
At Bray ch show , Bubba took Res Green star under Frode Jevne from Norway .
We have concentrated more this year on our Therapy work with our Leos , and so we took Tassu and Zorro along to Longford Agricultural show , where they delighted crowds and Tassu pulled his cart around to collect for Irish Therapy dogs . They were both real stars and together with the girls have bought so much pleasure and help to the kids they work with .We entered Tassu in the Dog show where he won 2nd in working dog and was shortlisted for BIS .
At IKLA Sully takes Green star dog and BOB and Bubba the res Green star under Mr Prior
At Sligo Ch show Sully took Green star dog , Bubba res GS and Tassu got an excellent grade in Open class . He went so well for me despite the torrential downpours .
The following day , under blue skies we had our Annual Puppy Party and what a great day as 18 Leos from all over the country joined us , along with a Bernese and a Bulldog ! They certainly attracted a lot of attention as only Leos can ! Thank you everyone who made the journey and helped make the day so special .
Friday July 24th was a very hard day for us as our dear Carys had to be given rest . During the evening and overnight she had developed a blood clot which took the use of her legs and paralysed her . She was almost 9 and has given us and so many others so much . We are very grateful to have her daughter Asha and Grandaughter Zeta .We miss her so much , she was the most caring and sweet happy girl , who loved life and all she met .
At IKC show July 25th Sully again takes Green star dog and BOB with Bubba taking the res GS !
June 2015
At Swords Ch show under top judge June Wall , Sully won Green star dog and BOB and Bubba the res Green star . At the BSD club Group show under Australian judge Sue Bownds , Sully took another Green star , with Bubba gaining Excellent Grade in Intermediate Class .At Kilkenny show , Sully took Res Green star , and the next day he won BOB under Judge Mr Kennedy .
We took both Prada and Tassu for their eye testing and both have healthy eyes , and certificates have been sent to Database .
May 2015
At South Tipperary ch show Sully took Res Green star, and Res GS and Res Cacib at Fermoy Int .At Newtownards Ch show Sully takes another Green star . At Hibernian Ch show , Bubba takes the res Green star .
We are delighted to have both Prada and Zeta take their official Irish Therapy dog test in Sligo , and pass for working with special needs children .
A very busy month for us preparing Orlagh and doing the required veterinary blood tests and paperwork for her export to Australia .She travelled very well and will soon be with her new owner Lyndsay ( Adlihtam Leonbergers )
At Munster Ch show under Judge Mrs Walsh , we were delighted that Bubba ( Leokings Centre Stage ) wins Green star dog and his mate Sully (L Lionheart ) takes Res Green Star dog . At Cork show under Judge Mrs Doyle Sully takes another Green star with BOB and Bubba Res Green star ! A great weekend
April 2015
At the Combined Canine International show in Dublin , Sully wins Green star dog , CACIB and also BOB under Mrs Mulcahy . Bubba ( Leokings Centre Stage ) wins the Res GS . Res CACIB ! At the National show the following day , Sully again wins Green star dog and becomes Champion . Bubba takes the Res Green star dog under Mr T Mc Vea .At Banbridge Ch show , Sully takes Res Green star and follows it the next day at Portadown winning Green star dog again .
March 2015
We go to Crufts to support Mandy Moore showing Delboy and Sully . Really delighted and over the moon to say that Sully ( Leokings Lionheart Jnr Ch ) wins the Limit class of 10 at just turned 2 years old and Delboy ( Ch and Int Ch Leokings Premiere Attraction Jnr Ch ) wins second in the Open class with entries of 14 Leos , many of whom are champions .Delboy was then called back into challenge but Sully won over his kennel mate , taking the Res Challenge certificate . Thank you to Judge Mr A Wight for his placings of both boys and his wonderful critiques of them both .
LD (10,1) 1 RCC, Moore’s Leokings Lionheart, what a charmer! Medium sized, super weight of bone & bags of substance throughout. His head is a delight, gorgeous expression from such lovely eyes & well placed ears. Powerful neck has length & he carries it so well. Not overdone in spring of rib, but he has such a good length of leg which totally balances the ribbing, the back is tight & straight with the croup well moulded & his tail has length. He really does motor as he circles the ring in such an athletic style with attitude to burn. Delighted to give him the RCC against some sterling opposition;
2 Moore’s Ir Ch Leokings Premiere Attraction, another top class example of the breed & he too would be worthy of a UK title. He is a lovely size, good wither definition, excellent fore assembly with strong bone, tight feet & his pasterns are so firm. His back is strong & level, he is well blessed with second thigh width, straight hocks & good feet. Ultra sound in action he can win lots when he is in better coat. Lost the RCC to his kennelmate on sheer Leo quality in head & expression. At this level one has to nit pick;
This was such and up and down weekend , as we heard the sad news of Ossie from our first litter and Mandys first Leo , who passed away after an emergency operation for a stomach torsion . He was a real ambassador for the breed and will be fondly remembered by all who were priviledged to meet him . Always in our hearts and memories . RIP sweet Ossie xx
With the girls in season , we werent able to show Asha , but were delighted that Bubba took the Celtic Junior Winner 2015 title and Sully the Res CC under Judge Mr V OBrien . This means that Delboy , Sully and Bubba are already qualified for Crufts 2016 !
Feb 2015
Jan 2015
December 2014
Finally we receive Ashas health tests . Hips are an excellent UK BVA 4 / 2 and Elbows 0 / 1 , and copies are sent to Worldwide Database . We plan a very exciting litter from Asha in 2015 .
November 2014
At Cloghran ch show , the Judge was Mr D Bryne and he awarded Green star and BOB to Delboy with Sully taking res GS , and his sister Asha taking Res GS bitch .Then we were delighted to hear that Delboy was given Res in Group 2 under Judge Mrs P Leonard .
October 2014
The International shows ,
Day 1 , Bubba took another Ex grade and Sully RGS and Delboy Ex and 2nd Ch Class .
Day 2 Bubba took his last Junior class with Exc and has now attained the irish Junior Champ title , but highlight of the day was Delboy who won his last CACIB and Green star and BOB under highly respected judge Mr Asnaghi ( It ) What a day to remember with father and son winning titles . Delboy FCI International Ch and Bubba Junior Champ ! Also our lovely Asha received Exc and the Res GS and R CACIB !
Orlagh had her rabies vaccination , and will have the rabies titre test in a months time . Then it is another 180 days until she is allowed into Australia .
September 2014
At Belfast Ch show under German Leonberger Specialist Judge Willie Gullix , we were all delighted that Sully was awarded Ex Green star and also BOB and Delboy also Exc and the Res GS .Sully was also 5th in Group 2 .
At Carlow Ch show under Mr O Vondrous , Bubba got Ex 1 in Junior Clas , Sully Res GS , Delboy 2nd Ch class Exc , but the highlight was Asha being awarded Green Star Bitch with Zeta taking the RGS !
The puppies all headed off to their new families , and have settled in very well indeed .Orlagh is staying here with us until she is old enough to travel out to Australia to her new owner Lyndsay http://www.adlihtamleonbergers.com/ . Very excited also by the news that Lyndsays Lily ( Leokings Picture Perfect ) is a proud mum to 9 lovely Leo babies .
Asha had her health testing done , and eyes are clear for all , and Hips and Elbows are looking very good , we await scoring from the BVA .
August 2014
We had to miss some shows due to the puppies , but very happy that at Monkstown Ch show , Bubba took another Junior win with Exc grade and Sully another Res Green Star .
Also we have the good news that Leokings Oslo , Leokings Premiere Attraction , are clear for LPN2 polyneuropathy .We are very relieved that all our Leos are clear for LPN2 Polyneuropathy , as well as the LPN1 gene .
The Leo club of Ireland show , Asha got 1st and Ex in Int class , Tassu got 2nd in Junior dog .At Clonmel Ch Show Delboy coming back out took Green Star dog , and BOB , with Sully R GS dog under Judge Mr Harbin .Sully also took RGS at Limerick and Tralee .
July 2014
June 2014
May 2014
April 2014
March 2014
January 2014
We plan a litter with Prada and Yogi . Furthur details on this on planned litter page . If you wish to be considered for a puppy from this litter , please contact us .
December 2013
November 2013
October 2013
September 2013
More photos of dad to be Delboy can be seen on Mandys website .www.hillhavenleonbergers.net
Carlow Ch show . Delboy took Green star and BOB and Sully another Res Green star !!
August 2013
July 2013
June 2013
Leokings is the top Leonberger Breeder in the Top Breeder Competition 2013, run by Our Dogs Ireland/Gain.
At Kilkenny Ch show Sully took best baby puppy and Delboy took Green star and BOB. The next day at Deise Ch show Delboy again took Green star and Sully was best baby puppy in show under Cathy Delmar.
April 2013
March 2013
At the Combined Int Show , Delboy took Green star and CACIB followed by Best of breed .
January 2013
Zorros official confirmation came through , he is now an International Champion and Delboy receive his Champion certicate .He was top male Leo in Ireland for 2012 .
Prada, Delboy and his sister Lily all have clear and healthy eyes. We received news from FCI that Zorro is now an International Champion. Puppies hoped for in 2013.
December 2012
September 2012
Tully , Zorro and Skye along with Romeo did a collection at our local Maxi Zoo for Irish Therapy dogs . It was great to see so many people supporting this wonderful charity which brings so much joy to many .
At Carlow Ch show , Yogi took the Green star with Delboy the Res GS .
At the INT ch show in Dublin , Zorro after a very long time out of the ring , and at 6 years old , took the Green star male and BOB along with the CACIB from Judge Mr Miroslav Zadar ( SLO ) .Delboy took the res Green star and Prada in Junior bitch got Excellent and took Green star bitch and RBOB .
The following day at the national show , our Prada again took Green star and RBOB , and Delboy Res GS dog !!
August 2012
Monkstown Ch show . Prada wins Junior bitch with excellent grade .Judge was Mr Jeff Luscott ( UK ) She now has attained her Junior Championship , in 5 straight shows , also picking up 2 green stars and a reserve GS as well !
Delboy wins another Green star and BOB , getting a fabulous critique from Mr Luscott , and Yogi also awarded Excellent and takes Res GS .
At the Munster Circuit , of which the Navan and Irish club show was first , Delboy won his junior class to take the best Junior male with excellent grade . He continued to do well during the week and gained another 1st and a Res green star under Judge Mrs E Borg ( Swe ) at Limerick .
Since 7th April 2012 Delboys wins include 1st puppy, reserve best puppy all breeds in INT show, May International show 1st puppy 3rd best in group, 9 Green Stars, 3 Reserve GS, 6 BOB , 2 Reserve BOB, Junior Champion, and excellent grade at all shows .
July 2012
Kilkenny Ch show Delboy won Green star dog and BOB under Mrs N Abela ( Aus )
Deise Ch show Delboy won Green star dog and gained his Junior Championship !
At just turned 10 months Delboy has 6 green stars and a Group 2 win , 3rd place in group 2 and a res BIS puppy .Keep up the good work Mandy , you make a great team !
Delboy is our 5th home bred Junior Champion !
News from the US is that Rhetts Ch Leokings Take a chance on me ) sons are doing very well . Leos by the Sea Lucifer. is a grand champion, number 3 right now in breed points in the USA in leonbergers, Leos by the Sea Lollapalooza (Levi ) is a Champion, halfway through his grand championship and doing very well. Congratulations !
At IKLA Ch show , Yogi took Green star dog with Delboy taking Res GS . Thank you to Judge Mr M Webb .
Delboy is LPN1 N/N Clear .
Tullys son , LeosByTheSea HRH Rex is LPN1 N/N Clear
At Sligo Ch Show , Prada returned to the ring after her season , to take Exc Grade and another point for her junior Championship and then the Green Star and RBOB .
Delboy took GS dog and BOB and Yogi Res green star dog .
Skye and Yogi will be bred at her next season .
Both of them are LPN1 Clear of the Polyneuropathy gene . Although we are permitted to use D/N ( at risk ) dogs to N/N , we feel more happy now to continue to breed only with clear dogs N/N .
Dundalk show , Yogi takes Res Green star and Prada another Excellent Grade in her Junior Class . Delboy wins his 8th green star .
June .
Delboy took another 2 green stars along with BOB at Cork and Munster all Breed Ch show !
Yogis LPN1 test results came back clear of the gene for severe early onset Polyneuropathy . All health results of both Yogi and Skye have been really excellent and we look forward to having a lovely litter from these lovely Leos in due course . Full details and results are on the planned litters page and Health results are forwarded to the Leonberger Database .
Yogi took Green star and BOB at Swords Ch show under Mr F Bonet Quills ( Sp ) Prada won her Junior class and went on to take the bitch Green star and Res BOB ! The following day she also won her Junior Class at the BSD club of Ireland and so qualified for Crufts 2013 and R GS . Delboy took the dog Green star and also qualified for Crufts . This is the only show in the whole of Ireland for Leos to qualify for Crufts , so we were very happy .
May 2012
Our annual puppy party was blessed by perfect weather . We want to thank everyone who came along with their leos and other dogs , especially those who travelled many hours to make it .It was really lovely to see the adults and many youngsters of different ages all having a super time together , and enjoying a cooling swim on one of the few hot days this summer !
Zorro had his 6th birthday and continues in excellent health . A new pic of him is on his page .
April 2012
At the first big International show of the year with a total of 1700 dogs and a judge from Croatia , Yogi did well but the star of the show was our home bred puppy Delboy , who won best puppy in breed , then went on to challenge against all the puppies in show , and to our absolute amazement and delight took the Reserve best puppy in Show !!! What does the future hold for this 7 month old star ? Our grateful thanks go to his owner Mandy and her care and preparation for the show and also Donal for his handling in the big group ring .Delboy will have his own page soon !
March 2012
At the St Patricks day Ch show , our youngsters did very well .Delboy and Prada both Very promising in their puppy classes, and Yogi took the Celtic Junior winner 2012 with Excellent grade and Best Junior in breed and also the res Green star !
Zorro had a little lump taken off his flank and some x rays of his shoulder due to a limp . Happily no problem and he has tendonitis and is on anti-inflammatory for a month . After a few days of being sore , he is feeling much better and now the problem will be to keep him quiet !
Skye and Yogi have clear and healthy eyes .
Feb 2012
The Cocker Spaniel All breed Open show and it was great to watch Delboy , on his first time out in the ring ! Prada was excellent and went really well , and Yogi took BOB .All got highest grades , so a great start for the pups .
Jan 2012
Prada arrives and has slotted into our pack so well and is such a happy and sweet girl . Our grateful thanks to Wilma for caring for her and bringing her over to UK . We are looking forward to getting to know her and having fun with her
December 2011
November 2011
Our big lion king Tully had his 7th birthday and remains in great health . He loves his work of visiting special needs kids and adults and is a huge hit with all he meets .
Lily flew off to Melbourne and has arrived safely and in great form . She will now spend 30 days at Spotswood quarantine before she can join the family and other leos .We wish her all the best for the future .
October 2011
All the puppies have gone to family homes and Lily one of the two girls will be travelling next month to Australia. Lily is our 6th export and she has been eagerly awaited for three years! A very exciting time for her owners, Lyndsay, Graham and their other Leos.
We are so thrilled to welcome Yogi to Ireland finally the long wait is over!! He has settled in so well and is a very chilled and happy boy. He has adapted well to life in a new pack, in a new country, in a new language.
We have also been so lucky to have a truly gorgeous new girl ‘Prada’ coming to us in January. Heartfelt thanks to Dagmara for our beautiful ‘yellow’ baby Enjoy First Class Ginger Heaven. A spectacular litter from great parents.
September 2011
Leonberg is the biggest Leonberger show and this year over 300 Leos from many countries competed we were overjoyed that our Yogi won the puppy class (12 entries) but then went on to win against the junior/youth male class winner (26 entries) to take club Jugendseiger 2011!!! He was assessed by several top Leo specialist judges, so big thanks to Rahel for handling him for us.
August 2011
Carys has her pups 5 big healthy boys and 2 super girls. All are thriving and Carys is a super mum.
June 2011
Carys was mated to the handsome Ossie (Leokings Oslo). We follow the Leonberger Union advice on testing breeding dogs for LPN1. Since the DNA test was announced on the 1st of July 2010 all our matings have been N/N to N/N, so all our pups are clear also. By following their advice and breeding only N/N to N/N or D/N to N/N no early onset of LPN affected puppies are born. All our litter details and our dogs results are submitted to the Independent Leonberger Database.
May 2011
We had our puppy party. We had a good time, despite poor wather. We would like to thank everyone that came. It was great to catch up ad see the Leos again.
March 2011
Some highlights from this month going to Crufts was amazing, so much to see and such wonderful Leonbergers. We were absolutely delighted that Brad was in the cards in his class under top judge Frank Kane. Well done to his happy owners Donal and Ber.
Also we were thrilled to have the opportunity to meet Bugsy – father of our Yogi who was one of the most handsome and laid back males we have met. He lives in the Czech republic with his family.
Also very exciting was our chance to visit Germany. We have been looking for many months for a new boy and we decided to go to the country of origin of the Leonberger and to a long time respected breeder and highly successful kennel of Lowengarten for our Yogi. Many grateful thanks go to Rahel for our lovely boy. Yogi Bear will have his own page very soon.
Jan – Feb 2011
A great start to the new year congratulations to Lindsay on attaining a championship with Grace in Australia (Zorro’s daughter). This is Zorro’s 4th champion offspring.
At the first show of 2011 and his very first show Shasta (Issa x Zorro) gets 1st excellent in Junior class, Tara wins her Junior class and gets reserve Green star and Brad takes the Ch class and Green star dog.
Brad and Tara pass their health tests successfully.
December 2010
What a fabulous end to the year! At our last show, Dublin Dog Show Brad makes Irish Champion taking in Green Star and BOB. His Sister Tara gains her Junior Ch. taking Green Star Bitch. We also hear that Zorros son Adlitham Hunt for Red October made Australia Champion.
October /November 2010
Puppies start to head off to their new families and we are delighted to have such wonderful families again.Out of this litter 3 again have gone to prior Leo owners , again proving that one Leo is never enough !!
We are happy that our home bred leos are doing so well for their owners , both as therapy dogs and in the show ring .We want to congratulate Mary with Rhett ( Leokings take a Chance on me ) on making AKC Champion in just 3 months ! Also Zorros youngsters in Australia , Ramius and Grace , both nearing their Championships .
Nearer to home Venus winning BOB at Belfast , our own Tara gaining her first Green star , and brother Brad getting shortlisted to last 8 in the Junior Champion of Champions !!
There are now a total of 6 Leokings dogs working as Therapy dogs , one of which is our very dear Romeo the papillon .He is proving a great hit with all he meets .
September 2010
A busy month for us as Skyes puppies were born 11th August , 9 healthy and big puppies and Skye proved to be an excellent mum with plenty of milk .
August 2010
July 2010
Issa is 6 years old on the 17th of July. She is still as active as ever and giving us as many kisses as ever!
Rhett (US) wins best of breed at AKC Leonberger show.
ILKA Venus gets junior bitch and Brad green star dog.
June 2010
Issa’s pups go off to the new homes and are all happily settled in.
Brice flies off to the USA to live with Rex, one of Tully’s sons.
Brad wins first A.V junior and then goes best group 2 at Cork.
May 2010
Zorro has his fourth birthday, Brad goes best of breed and gets short listed in group 2 in Wicklow.
April 2010
Zorro gained CACIB and Green star under Swedish Judge Mr. T Brystrom and his puppies Tara and Brad both got very promising with Brad going best puppy in breed.
March 2010
St. Patricks day show was wonderful. Zorro gained another excellent reserve green star and Venus excellent in Junior bitch. This is the fifth year in a row that one of Leokings leos have received the Celtic Winner award! Sophie despite being her first ever show gained a very good.
Brad (Leokings Stare and Whisper) started his show career gaining 1st any variety puppy group 2 at Sligo.
We had our puppy party and we are delighted that a total of 13 Leos enjoyed the walk at Lough Key Forest Park and then joined in fun, games and treats back home. A great time was had by all and the puppies are doing so well and we thank all our owners for taking such great care of them.
February 2010
Issa/Zorro mated, puppies due mid-April. Carys and Oslo both have clear eye tests.
December 2009
A great year for Leokings Leonbergers. Although we did very few shows Skye qualified for Crufts 2010, became a Junior Champion and European Junior Winner and Celtic Junior Winner. She gained 2 RG’s and a reserve CACIB. We had two stunning litters of puppies and look forward to exciting developments in 2010 with new puppies out in the ring!
November 2009
Saffy gave birth to 9 puppies 6 boys and 3 females. They are doing very well and Saffy is a wonderful mother.
Issa, Skye and Zorro receive new clear eye test results
October 2009
Venus continues to do well in the UK shows , qualifying for Crufts at both Driffield and South Wales . The ‘Little Rascals litter ‘ are doing really well .A quiet and calm litter . We are delighted with the gorgeous type and pretty heads and full coats that these are developing . It will be interesting to watch them develop into the future .
We are delighted to announce that there will be Zorro puppies in Australia ! Ch Perfectly Precious By Leonz ( Saffy ) was sucessfully inseminated (TCI) by frozen semen and has been scanned and is expecting . This is a first for a successful insemination for Leonbergers in Australia , and we are very pleased to be able to help our Leo friends by expanding the gene pool in Australia .Seewww.adlihtam.com
September 2009
Venus starts her show career , and recieves a V promising award .Carys is so huge , and gives birth to 15 puppies , in a natural birth lasting 22 hours .2 were stillborn , I tiny girl faded . This litter will carry the theme of the ‘Little Rascals’
Skye has her assessment with Irish Therapy dogs and passes with flying colours . She now visits a local nursing home , caring for Alzeimers sufferers . Her intuition , understanding and calm patience is wonderful to watch and a testament to the wonderful temperaments that her parents have passed on to her.
August 2009
Dun Laoghaire Show Zorro R CACIB EX and RGS .An excellent result considering he was sooo thin after our three girls being in heat !
We said goodbye to Piper and Gudrun and family who left Ireland to fly to Canada and are happily enjoying life out there in the canadian wilderness ! Piper is learning that deer run a lot faster than cows !
We had our puppy party and had 11 leos and other breeds enjoying themselves together
July 2009
Carys is now ins season and will be mated to Zorro.
At EGM to elect new committee members Tom has been elected as new President of the Leonberger Club of Ireland. Tom would like to thank everyone for their support and votes and is determined to work hard to help the members and Leos here in Ireland in to the future.
May 2009
Skye wins Junior Bitch and R. Green Star at Euro Winners show + Zorro 1st in Ch. Dog.
Northeast Dirty Hary wins his 7th Green Star and becomes a Champion.
Pups are all thriving and looking wonderful at 8 weeks they start to go to their new homes. Oscar to Canada and Rhett to the USA.
It is with great regret that I found it necessary to step aside from my position as president of the LCI. Due to severe lack of time because of personal and family health issues along with caring for our wonderful leos and their puppies. I want to thank all the people who have expressed their thanks and appreciation for the work I have done for the Leo club here. I will continue to offer help and support to anyone who needs it and I look forward to continuing friendships with breeders and owners near and far.
April 2009
Skye becomes an IKC Junior Champion
March 2009
Issa gives birth to 6 beautiful puppies. All are healthy and look very promising. This is the ‘ABBA’ litter.
Skyes health tests came back excellent. Clear eye test for Carys too.
February 2009
Issa scanned and expecting puppies.
Skye gets her health test done, x rays look excellent and eyes clear.
Sad news 🙁 Bobby our Maltese had a severe stroke and had to be put to sleep. He leaves a huge gap in our lives. He had a super life and was almost 13. We miss him a lot.
January 2009
Issa mated with Zorro.
December 2008
Show News for this year:
3 New Champions
Between them our Leos won 10 green stars, 7 reserve green stars, 3 best of breed, 3 CACIB, 4 Reserve CACIB.
Issa and Zorro both had clear eye tests so she will be bred when she is ready. This is a very exciting mating with a low level of inbreeding 10 gens – 5.47% 36 gens – 26.45%. We expect their puppies to have beautiful heads with excellent black masks and dark eyes. They should also inherit their parents wonderful characters and be loving and playful, outgoing and cheeky!!!
November 2008
Carys wins her final green star and is now a champion. Great news from the USA Tully’s puppies have been born to the beautiful Georgia (Leosbythesea coral) 4 girls and 5 boys! All healthy and thriving. Pics to follow
October 2008
Both Carys and Zorro passed their character assessments done by Jenny Hickey.
September 2008
We attended the Leonberg show in Germany it was very exciting to meet up with our many friends from both the UK and Europe and to see so many wonderful Leonbergers. Unfortunately our camera decided to play up and we were not able to take many pics, but never mind, it will live on in our minds and memories for years to come.
August 2008
Tully wins open dog and his 9th green star in Navan Ch. Show. He is now qualified as a champion. (Subject to IKC verification).
So far our dogs this year have won a total of 9 green stars, 5 reserve green stars, 5 best of breed, 3 CACIBs and 4 reserve CACIBS. Well done to them and not forgetting Skye with a v. promising puppy!.
July 2008
Zorro wins his last green star at Bray Ch. Show and is now a Champion.
Tully wins green star dog and BOB at Sligo Ch. Show
June 2008
Zorro wins his second CACIB and Carys her first CACIB.
May 2008
Zorro wins another green star and qualifies for Crufts!
Carys health results have come back very good.
April 2008
Zorro, Carys and Skye get kennel cough despite being vaccinated!
March 2008
Carys has her health tests eyes great, now we wait for hips/elbows scores.
Tully becomes Celtic Winner 2008 he is already Celtic Winner 2007. Carys becomes Celtic Winner 2008 Bitch!
Zorro wins his first CACIB at combined canine club.
February 2008
All of the puppies have now gone to new homes we miss them terribly! But at least we have Skye to keep!
December 2007
Zorro finished the year in style for us gaining first in intermediate dog and taking the green star and best of breed under Judge Wall.
This brings the Leokings team total to an amazing 20 green stars many with Best of Breed!
Leokings welcomes the arrival of 6 beautiful puppies! Click here for more details! This is the ‘Destination’ litter.
November 2007
So far this year , Leokings leonbergers showing their 4 Leos have achieved 11 green stars with 6 BOB , under judges from home and abroad.
June 2007
The first meeting of the soon to be formed Leonberger Club of Ireland took place!!!! Thanks to everyone who attended and will be a part of this exciting new venture for Irelands Leonbergers owners and breeders. We appreciate all your dedication and hard work. A new club website will be up and running shortly we hope also to have a database of all Leonbergers in Ireland along with health tests when done.
April 2007
Issa was mated to Tulloch scan was 18th of April unfortunately Issa remained empty this time.
Our very first Leonberger spring social was held march 31st 2007 at lough key forest park. The weather was fantastic and all Leos and friends and owners enjoyed themselves immensely. A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event so special and our great photographer Ken for such great shots of it! It is hoped to run this again early Autumn.