Banbridge dog and trainer qualify for next ‘Crufts’ show

A BANBRIDGE dog and her owner are celebrating their success at the world-renowned Kennel Club International Agility Festival.

Ellie Campbell, a 16-year-old from Banbridge and her three-year-old Poodle cross, Fern, took first place in the Small Kennel Club Novice Cup Semi-Finals on Saturday (12 August), qualifying the pair to compete at the world’s greatest dog show, Crufts, in March 2024 against five other competing pairs.

Thrilled owner, Ellie, who has been competing in agility for nearly two years, said of their achievement: “Fern has been the best first agility dog I could ever ask for.

“Winning the Novice Cup Semi-final is a dream come true and I can't wait to compete with her in the main arena at Crufts as I think she will love the crowd watching her do what she loves most."

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