Judging

Beryl and Fred both began their judging careers in 1975, first judging Golden Retrievers and then progressing to all Gundogs. Beryl has since attained All Breeds status and is eligible to judge All Breeds worldwide.

Both have judged Golden Retriever Specialty Shows — indeed an honour — and Beryl has judged the Contest of Champions in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and the North Island of New Zealand. Their judging assignments are far too many to list; between them they have judged in every State of Australia on numerous occasions.

Internationally

Abroad, the pair have officiated on both islands of New Zealand and in the Philippines, Japan and Korea, with Beryl also judging in Indonesia. More recently, both had judging assignments in Finland and Spain, Beryl having the honour of judging Best in Show — a wonderful experience.

Apart from judging Gundogs in conformation, Fred also judges the Gundog Working Test. Over many years, both Fred and Beryl were closely involved with the Judges Training Scheme, with Beryl holding the position of Chairperson for several years.

Notable appointments

• Jan 2010Best in Show at the Canine Fund Raising Show, W.A. — Grand Ch Arji Almost Criminal.
• Feb 2010Best in Show at the Oberon Show — Aust Grand Ch Yorkpark Virtual World.
• Dec 2009Beryl judging Best in Show at the Japan Dog Festival, FCI International Dog Show — Int Ch Montesol JP’s Sleeping Beauty, Giant Schnauzer.
• May 2009Beryl judging the Golden Retriever Club Championship Show — Best Exhibit in Show, Ch Dobro Eternal Flame (AI).