Winter 2011
- The Bedlington Terrier's Vocation by Richard Reynolds
"Friday nights will often find him in the alleys of New York City hunting wild rats with teriers of all breeds and sizes" - The Lost Angels Program is introduced by the BTCA Historical Committee
- Even Your Couch Potato Can Be an Agility Prospect
Guidelines for getting starting with your Bedlington in agility - Bedlingtons Love to Chase Lure Coursing in Great Britain and the United States
- Bedlington Terrier Icon of Distinction Welcomes World Class Dog Travelers Aboard the S.S. America in 1940 complete with many images from the past
Fall 2011
- BTCA Floating Specialty 2011
Read the results and view the beautiful photographs of a great weekend in Long Beach, California - The Bedlington Terrier Club of Greater Denver
Lots of photographs of a great specialty weekend with results from the specialty show - Master Earthdog Title
Learn about BTCA Karen Miller's dog Savanna and how she earned her Master Earth Dog title - 2011 World Dog Show
BTCA member Linda Freeman takes us along on her trip to Paris, France, for the 2011 World Dog Shoe
Summer 2011
- Lure Coursing 101 Learn about the sport of lure coursing and the new AKC titles from BTCA member Pat Mills
- BTCA National Specialty Judges Critique Read judge Jackie Fogel's comments about the entry of dogs she judged during our 2011 Nations Specialty in Louisville, Kentucky
- Needle Felting by Gerry of Gourmet Felted Learn about the art of needle felting through the eyes of artist Gerry Santos
- BTCA National Specialty 2011 View photographs of the national specialty in Louisville, Kentucky, in March 2011
Spring 2011
- Last Call for Participants Copper Toxicosis gene discovery research project in partnership with the Canine Health Foundation
- All Aboard for the 2011 BTCA Floating Specialty Schedule for the 2011 floating specialty weekend in Long Beach, California, hosted by the Bedlington Terrier Club of the West
- Bedlington Terrier Club of America Annual Awards Congratulations to all the winners.
Winter 2010
- 2010 BTCA National Specialty Critique by Judge Christine Erickson. Read Christine's comments about our entry as a whole and her thoughts on the winning dogs she chose.
- Bedlington Terrier Club of Greater
Denver Specialty Show
Highlights, winners, and candid photos
- Lambs Find Forever Homes
Special Bedlington Terrier rescue stories with happy endings
- Earning a UDX Title
The road to this coveted obedience title
Fall 2010
- Like Mother Like Son? Another Bedlington First in Performance
- AKC announces the First Grand Champion Bedlington Terrier! Find out how your Champion can become a Grand Champion.
- Lambs Find Forever Homes. Read about six Bedlingtons who found their "Forever Homes" and how they are doing today.
- Does Your Dog Smell? Tracking 101 by Pat Mills. An introduction to AKC Tracking events.
Summer 2010
- Seminars! Parties! Grooming! Showing! The results and photos of the 2010 National Floating Specialty, Louisville, KY are in this issue!
- A Special Circumstance written by Isabel Ganz. A touching article about members helping members during a time of need.
- BTCA Junior, Morgan Miller, writes about her experiences at the 2010 Westminster Kennel Club Junior Sportsmanship competition. Morgan qualified with her Bedlington Terrier, Roadie.
- The Arizona Bedlington Convention meets once again. What's that you ask? Find out on page 22.
- The Bedlington Terrier Agility/Obedience Entries at the BTCA National Floating Specialty have taken over the centerfold of Tassels & Tales!
- Winston was rescued by BTCA-HEART. Read his story and find out how he is doing today.
- The AKC Outstanding Sportsmanship Award goes to... find out on page 47!
Spring 2010
- Top 2009 Bedlington Terrier Dog and Top 2009 Bedlington Terrier Bitch share the cover of Tassels & Tales!
- Results for the 2009 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship and photos accompany features on Marcia St. Lifer, for whom the show was dedicated, and Martha McVay, honored guest.
- Top 2009 BTCA Annual Award Winners Announced!
- Dogs On The Run features Top 2009 Bedlingtons for Earthdog, Rally, Obedience, and Agility.
- It's been a cold winter for many of our members and their Bedlingtons. See how some survived and who sent warm wishes of Valentines Day love in the BackYard Champions Pet Pages!
- Henri, Gabriel, and Ely...read about three very special Bedlingtons who were given a second chance and forever homes.
- Tales From The Past features an article from "The Dog World Annual", est. 1937.
Winter 2009
- The Top 5 Bedlington Terriers head to Long Beach, CA for the 4th Annual AKC Invitational Agility Championship. Find out who made the Top 5 and what advice they have for those starting out in Agility competition.
- Halloween and Holidays!Check out the BackYard Champions Pet Pages!
- Meet The Breeds event in New York City BTCA Public Education Chairperson, Karen Weldon, shares her experiences at the first AKC event.
- LuLu is a special rescue Bedlington. Read about the new life she shares with her rescue owner, Etta.
- Let's Learn About Bedlingtons at the Louisville seminars. Details of the seminars offered during the 2010 National Floating Specialty in Louisville, KY will surely get you excited about coming to the shows!
- Homecooking Your Way To Health - Dusty's Story. BTCA member, Randi Neill, shares her success story and how homecooking made Dusty a healthier Bedlington
Fall 2009
- Regional Specialties: The Bedlington Terrier Club of Greater Chicago Regional Specialty, the Bedlington Terrier Club of the West Regional Specialty, and the BTCA National Floating Specialty took place in June and July. Check out all the action!
- Looking for some grooming products? Linda Freeman has some recommendations.
- Two Bedlingtons and their owners participate at TOPS. Read about their recent accomplishments in the Dogs On The Run column by Jeri Bernard.
- Meet Jon, 2009 AKC ACE Award Nominee. Read about Jon and his owner, Jennifer Eaton, and what makes this team so special.
- Rescued Bedlingtons! Acting HEART Rescue Coordinator, Linda Clarkson, shares success stories on recent rescued Bedlingtons and how they found their forever homes.
Summer 2009
- National Specialty Louisville See the winners and other photos and read Judge Marjorie Hanson's critique.
- You Gotta Love Those Bedlingtons! Find out how a bedlington brought a father and daughter together after 40 years apart.
- Meet Quincey the first UKC Bedlington All-Star!
- The BTCA History Committee needs your help!
Help identify photos, articles, and pieces of Bedlington history from scrapbooks given to the BTCA History Committee. - What's in a name? Read why it is important to include suffix titles earned in AKC Performance and Companion Events when reporting a dog's name and who is leading the charge!
Spring 2009
- 2009 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship Show Enjoy seeing photos of the competition and read the results of the judging
- Finding a Forever Home Read the story of two Bedlington rescues as told by former BTCA rescue chair Judy Schaumburg
- Home Cooking for Dusty Read BTCA member Randi Neal's experiences of home cooking for her Bedlington Dusty
- AKC/Eukanuba Honored Guest Read about a special Bedlington fancier who was an honored guest at the 2009 Eukanuba competition
Winter 2008
- Give Thanks to Bedlingtons and for a great National Floating Specialty Show 2008 in Columbus, Ohio! See the photos from around the ring and the advertisments fromthe winners!
- Top 5 Agility Bedlingtons participate in the 3rd Annual AKC Agility Invitational. Read about the Top 5 and their owners
- At Long Last A Bedlington! New BTCA member, Margot Einstein, shares her touching story of fially getting a Bedlington after wanting one for 50 years!
- Meet Quincy, a very Versatile Bedlington!! Who knew one little dog could accomplish so much?
- The BTCA History Committee needs your help! See how you can contribute and preserve the history of our breed
Fall 2008
- What have our Bedlingtons been up to lately? Enjoying the summer, of course! Check out the fun photos in the BackYard Champions Pet Pages.
- Around the World with BTCA Members! Several BTCA members participated in the World Dog Show in Stockholm, Sweden. Read about the show and their experiences and see photos taken during the competition. Written by Linda Freeman.
And after a trip to Sweden, it is on to England with Mary Lou Stumpff who shares her experiences of importing an English bred Bedlington and exporting her own American bred Bedlington with English Bedlington breeder, Billie Fisher.
If you missed the latest AKC Gazette article, you will find it on page 35. The title, Our Imports - Impact and Influences, discusses the importance of importing Bedlingtons from all over the world with several BTCA breeders and the influence it had on their breeding program. Written by AKC Gazette Columnist, Lucy Heyman. - Performance Bedlingtons take over the cover of Tassels & Tales! Find out what some of our great Performance Bedlingtons and their owners have been up to this past year.
- Bedlington Movement & Structure Springy movement is unique to the Bedlington Terrier - understanding structure lends to understanding how our dogs get their spring.
Summer 2008
- New Performance Title Protocols Find out about the new Performace Title Protocols for 2008 and don't miss your chance at a well deserved award.
- Where DO our dogs originate from? Shirley Davies from Scotland, UK shares her ideas and photographs.
- This Story Needs Sharing... Read about a very determined bedlington named Luna and her devoted owners, Chris and Graham Brew.
- Judges Critique from Louisville If you missed going to Louisville for the 2008 BTCA National Specialty, you can read the Judges Critique, peruse the 2007 Annual Award Winners, and enjoy the numerous photos of BTCA members and their dogs
- Bedlington Movement & Structure Springy movement is unique to the Bedlington Terrier - understanding structure lends to understanding how our dogs get their spring.
Spring 2008
- Welcome New Board Members Diane Pearson and Pat Mills take office in March. Find out what they hope to bring to the BTCA.
- Who's Wishing Who A Happy Birthday?!
- A ond Farewell To Junior Showmanship BTCA member Gaby Gilbeau reminisces on her years in Junior Showmanship and encourages others to get involved.
- Remembering BTCA Member Janet Meyer The legacy of BTCA member Janet Meyer and Tenaj Bedlingtons is remembered by friend Vicki Petris.
- Do You Love Your Dog More Than Your Breed? Dess June's poignant article on the consequences of breeding dogs to suit the whims of judges results in no one truly winning.
In Every Issue
- Health and Wellness Column
- Backyard Champions A photo page of our lovely, funny dogs
- Bedlington Terrier Column Reprinted from the AKC Gazette
- Dogs on the Run - Agility Corner
- Junior Showmanship Column
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