World Dog Show 2007: Going back to my roots

Picture taken from: http://www.dogo.ru/
Results taken from the official website of the World Dog Show Mexico 2007
Argentina’s top-ranking Dogo for 2006 "Toba I von Grossermund" owned by Ariel Muñiz from Cordoba, Argentina is this year’s World Winner. In a competition of a total of 27 Dogos at the World Dog Show held in Mexico on Sunday May 27th, Toba was announced Best of Breed by judge Kari Jarvinen. Toba is the first world winning Dogo bred in the region of Cordoba, the homeland of the breed. He was also the Best of Breed under judge Hans Mueller from Switzerland at the parallel show which took place at the same area on May 24th. At the other parallel show held on May 25th under the judge Carlos Navarro from Mexico, the winner "Toto Bravoure Blanche" came out of the junior class. At the Latin American and Caribe Championship, held on May 26th, the winner judged by mrs. Carla Molinari from Portugal was "Azahar de Argentum". The Best in Show at the World Dog Show went to the Miniature Poodle "Smash JP Talkabout" owned by Mamoro Oyama from Japan.
The results:
May 24 (CACIB Show):
Best Puppy in Breed: Not yet announced by the Federacion Canofila Mexicana
Best Junior in Breed: Criollo de Argentum
Best of Breed: Toba I von Grossermund
Best Puppy in Group II: Arusha HH (English Bulldog)
Best Junior in Group II: De Lex Luthor Flash Dance (Dobermann)
Best in Group II: Tamarin Tug (Affenpinscher)
Best in Show: Stagedoor Rock (English Setter)
May 25 (CACIB Show):
Best Puppy in Breed: Not yet announced by the Federacion Canofila Mexicana
Best Junior in Breed: Toto Bravoure Blanche
Best Adult in Breed (CACIB): Indio del Angel O' Demonio
Best of Breed: Toto Bravoure Blanche
Best Puppy in Group II: Fertnes Vant Stockerybos (Berner Sennenhund)
Best Junior in Group II: De Lex Luthor Flash Dance (Dobermann)
Best in Group II: Guapa do Gaudilho (Fila Brasileiro)
Best In Show: Khafka's Exotic Spices (Afghan Hound)
May 26 (Latin America and Caribe Dog Show - CACIB Show):
Best Puppy in Breed: Not yet announced by the Federacion Canofila Mexicana
Best Junior in Breed: Criollo de Argentum
Best of Breed: Azahar de Argentum
Best Puppy in Group II: Hans Peter (Zwergschnauzer)
Best Junior in Group II: De Lex Luthor Flash Dance (Dobermann)
Best in Group II: Tamarin Tug (Affenpinscher)
Best In Show: Samy Martinez (Alaskan Malamute)
May 27 (World Dog Show - CACIB Show):
Best Puppy in Breed: Not announced by the Federacion Canofila Mexicana
Best Junior in Breed and Junior World Winner: Toto Bravoure Blanche
Best of Breed and World Winner: Toba I von Grossermund
World Winner Opposite Sex: Aruen do Bravura del Ayar
Best Puppy in Group II: Devotion Mia (Rottweiler)
Best Junior in Group II: De Lex Luthor Flash Dance (Dobermann)
Best in Group II: Draco Malfoy (English Bulldog)
Best In Show: Smash JP Talkabout (Miniature Poodle)
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Dog control laws and pit bulls

as published at the website of BBC News http://news.bbc.co.uk/ in January 3rd 2007. Picture taken from BBC News.

After a dog found to have been a type of pit bull terrier mauled a five-year-old girl to death in Merseyside, the issue of how to deal with potentially dangerous dogs is once again in the spotlight.

Which Laws cover dog control in the U.K.:

The government has taken several steps to try to crack down on those who breed and trade dangerous dogs, as well as those who own them. The Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 is the most prominent of the various laws that cover dog ownership in the UK. The act bans the breeding and sale or exchange of four kinds of dog - pit bull terriers, Japanese Tosas, the Dogo Argentinos, and the Fila Brasileiros. Cross-breeds of those dogs are covered by the law. Any other dogs "appearing... to be bred for fighting or to have the characteristics of a type bred for that purpose" are also banned. Under the act, a dog classed as being "dangerously out of control in a public place" can be destroyed. The owner can be fined and imprisoned for up to six months. If a dog injures someone, the owner can be jailed for up to two years. Other pieces of legislation covering dogs include the Animals Act 1971, which says the keeper of an animal is liable for any damage it causes, the Guard Dogs Act 1975 and the Dogs Act 1871. The Animal Welfare Act, which comes into force this March, also includes codes of practice for keeping dogs.

Are the laws adequate?

The Dangerous Dogs Act has proved to be controversial, after having been quickly introduced following a series of attacks by dogs. The act states that anyone who owns a "type of dog known as a pit bull terrier" must have it neutered, and keep it muzzled and on a lead in public. The wording has led to many discussions in courts about what exact type a particular dog is.
Although the act covers any dog which is out of control, it only applies if the animal is in a public place or somewhere it is not allowed to be. In Ellie's case, the attack took place in a private home and therefore the act may not apply. The RSPCA says the act is like using "a sledgehammer to crack a nut" and believes it is wrong to criminalise individual breeds of dog. "Demonising individual breeds does not achieve anything as all breeds can attack people, just as all breeds can produce wonderful dogs," said a spokeswoman.

Are Pit-Bull terriers a dangerous breed?

Originally pit bulls were bred for bull-baiting, a gambling "game" where bulldogs attacked bulls in pits. But when that was banned in 1835, breeders turned their attention to the practice of dog-fighting. Pit bulls were bred to maximise aggression, to have a high pain threshold and a willingness to fight to the death. They were not trained to be aggressive toward humans, and are said to make loyal, obedient pets. Owners claim well-trained dogs will enjoy being around children and adults. According to figures released in September, there are more than 1,000 pit bull terriers owned legally under the Dangerous Dogs Act in England. Chris Laurence, veterinary director of the Dogs Trust, believes it is pit bulls' new standing as a macho status symbol for young men that has been a major reason behind recent attacks. "Like any dog, it comes down to the way they're trained and taught," he said. "The problem is not with the breed. They're bred to be aggressive to other dogs but not to humans, and are very obedient. "But sadly, they're now being trained to growl and show aggression, because it's a macho dog to own and if they're kept in a kennel outside, not interacting with humans and not being supervised around children, it's a recipe for disaster. "If they are properly trained, however, they're no more likely to bite you than a Jack Russell."

Previous Attacks

In September, a five-month-old girl died after being attacked by two Rottweiler guard dogs in Leicester. And in the same month a 12-year-old girl needed 30 stitches after she was said to have been "thrown around like a rag doll" when another Rottweiler bit her right arm while she was in a Birmingham park. Princess Anne became the first member of the royal family to have a criminal record when one her dogs bit two children in Windsor Great Park. She was fined £500 in 2002 under the Dangerous Dogs Act after her English Bull Terrier, Dotty, attacked the pair. The dog was later destroyed.

World of Dog Champions

Interesting info concerning champion dogs are hosted at http://dogchampions.info . Every owner of a champion Dogo can post the data of his or her dog within the site. The hosting is free and provides useful contact information for both Dogo owners and Dogo wannabe owners.

Gazette Gacetilla Doguera Online

The interactive Dogo Argentino Gazette is uploaded at http://www.gacetilladoguera.com.ar/ . Dog reporter Decio Salvatoti is the editor of this online newsletter which is full of exclusive articles. The site is up since september 2006 and it is worth taking a look each time you browse in the web.

Eurodog 2007 in Zagreb, Croatia

Entries closed on April 24th for the Eurodog 2007 show in Zagreb, Croatia. The show will be held from 8th to 10th of June at the Zagreb International Fair Trade and the Dogos Argentinos will compete on Sunday, June 10th. Judges for the breed will be Mr. Gulio Bezzechi from Italy for the Baby, Puppy, Junior and Veterans classes. Mr. Rafael Malo Alcrudo from Spain will be the judge for the Intermediate, Open and Champion classes, such as for the Best of Breed. The best in FCI group II will be judged by Mr. Igor Selimovic and the Best in Show by Mr Damir Skok, both from Croatia. Several touristic occupations are available since Croatia's beaches are a "must' for lots of European tousrists. More useful information about the show, such as a list for hotels, campings and vacation spots can be obtained from the site of the Croatian Kennel Club at http://www.hks.hr/ .

New Dogo Argentino Forum

After 2 years of silence, it seems like things are going to move in Greece the last days. A new Dogo Argentino Forum with interesting things can be found at http://dogo.forumsfree.org/ . Information from reliable sources say that the Greek Club is about to reactivate and hold the National Winner Show in late fall.

Dogo Argentino Club of America Specialty 2007

Info taken from the DACA website at http://www.daca.org

This year’s DACA specialty will be held in San Antonio, Texas in September 22nd 2007. Judge is going to be "Mr. del Tumi" Luis Milla de la Cruz from Cordoba, Argentina. Entrys will be open to both members and non- members up to the date of the show but registration through the DACA is going to be necessary. several happenings will occure during the event's day such as hunting opportunities and a prueba del campo (hunting test). A after show dinner will be held at a famous steak house in the area of San Antonio. More information can be obtained by contacting Maureen Osborn through the DACA site at http://www.dogo.org/Natl_Specialty/2007_National_Specialty.htm .