AUSTRALIAN TERRIER CLUB OF QUEENSLAND
THE AUSTRALIAN TERRIER CLUB OF QUEENSLAND
Secretary - Mrs B Power
7 Carl Court
Banksia Beach
Bribie Island QLD 4507
AUSTRALIA
Phone (07) 34087882
Email: Mrs Bev Power
(Press the Contact button)
PRESIDENT - Mr Ken Iggleden
TREASURER - Mr Terry Tibbits
Publicity Officer - Miss Kathleen O'Donnell 07 46984114
The Australian Terrier Club of Queensland is affiliated with the Canine Control Council of Queensland.
ATCQ has two dedicated shows a year at Durack. These are held on the same day in July and attract between 30 to 50 entries. A Lunch is held on completion of judging and everyone is welcome.
A newsletter is also circulated to all members on a regular basis and membership per annum is only $10 single $12 double
DATES FOR 2010 ARE AS FOLLOWS:
25th MAY
11 JULY - OPEN SHOW - Judge Mr S O'Connor followed by CHAMP SHOW and MEETING
11 JULY - CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW - Judge Ms M Sheppard (NSW)
16th NOVEMBER (Annual General Meeting) & General Meeting
Meetings are held at Durak and commence 7.30pm (except for meetings held after shows). All members are welcome - please bring a plate.
Please contact the secretary for further infomation.
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DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND OF THE AUSTRALIAN TERRIER
Australia's own terrier breed, this hard bitten little dog evolved from a variety of British terriers that had been brought out to this country by early settlers. Specifically bred for Australian conditions, this tough little terrier was used for killing rats and snakes but soon endeared himself with his engaging ways to become a popular companion.
One of the smallest of the terrier breeds, the Aussie has spirit, courage and an air of his own importance. He believes himself to be a much larger dog.
Equally suited to town or country living, the Australian Terrier is noted for his loyalty, intelligence and even disposition. He is neither highly strung nor a persistent barker, but with his inbuilt spirit, courage and air of self assurance, happily assumes the role of protector for home and household. Sturdy, with a harsh easy-to-care for coat, and a history of longevity, the Australian Terrier finds much favour as both an indoor and outdoor companion.
The origins of the Australian Terrier are not documented but it is thought that his beginnings were in Tasmania - the island state.
Breeds thought to have played a role in its development are the Dandie Dinmont and Skye Terriers. There is also record of six Cairn Terriers being taken to Tasmania in the 1840's. Early Australian Terriers were known as rough or broken coated terriers and there was also a dog known as the Tasmanian Rough Coated Terrier. The first record of a rough coated terrier being shown in Australia is in Melbourne in 1868. These dogs were blackish with tan markings. A standard for the breed was drawn up in 1887. In 1889 the breed became known as the Australian Rough Coated Terrier and for the first time sandy coloured dogs were shown.
The Australian Rough Coated Terrier Club was formed in Melbourne in 1889 and the standard revised. By 1901 the club had 50 members and Australian Rough Coated Terriers were drawing close to the largest entry at most shows.
Noted canine writer "Freeman Lloyd" wrote in the English sporting magazine "The Field" in 1901: "There are large classes of Australian Terriers. They are bigger than Yorkshires and should be short and harsh in coat, but do not seem particularly attractive dogs, These dogs are however, very plentiful, possess "type" and are game and excellent ratters. If one cares to take a stroll on the esplanade at St. Kilda, the suburban and seaside resort of Melbourne on a Sunday, he may observe as many as forty to fifty following enjoyment seekers. From this one can easily see they are in great requisition as companions, and I have noticed many carried as lapdogs by ladies in carriages."
Australian Terriers were taken to England early this century but they did not gain public recognition until the Governor of Victoria, the Earl of Stradbroke, returned to England and took his little dogs back with him. By 1933 they had gained English Kennel Club status as a breed. It was recognised by the American Kennel Club in 1960 and became the first Australian breed to be officially recognised as a breed by overseas canine associations.
A sturdy, low-set dog, rather long in proportion to height the Australian Terrier is essentially a working terrier with strong terrier character, alert and active. His coat is harsh straight and dense and approximately six centimetres in length with a soft undercoat. The coat is untrimmed with a definite ruff around the neck extending to the breastbone. The muzzle, lower legs and feet are free from long hair. The topknot is blue, silver or a lighter shade than the head colour.
Permissible colours are:
blue, steel blue or dark grey blue with a rich tan on face, ears, underbody, lower legs and feet and around the vent. The richer the colour and the more clearly defined the better.
Clear sandy or red with a topknot of a lighter shade. Any smuttiness or dark shading is objectionable. The desired size is approximately 25cms (10 inches) and approximately 6.5 kgs (14 pounds) for dogs with bitches being slightly less.
QUEENSLAND BREEDERS
FRANTER:
Mrs F Tibbets
245 Callaghan Road, Narangba, Qld 4504
Phone (07) 3888 0775
Email: Mrs F Tibbets
LITTLEREDS:
M Moore
P.O. Box 5605
Mackay Mail Centre Q 4741
Phone (07) 49573569
Colours - Red & Blue/Tan
Email: M Moore
LYMEREGIS:
Mrs J Reynolds
27 Powers Road, Widgee via Gympie, Qld 4570
Phone (07) 5484-0275 (happy, healthy blue/tan & red)
SINCLYDE:
Peter Knight
188 Seiler Road
BALLOGIE Q 4610
Phone (07) 4164 1056
E-mail: Peter Knight
TAUFIELD:
Red and Blue/Tan. Stud available. NZ Imports
Contact Kathleen O'Donnell,
27 Mountain Camp Rd., Crows Nest 4355 QLD
Phone (07) 4698 4114
E-mail:
Kathleen O'Donnell
WANORA:
Deb Stevenson
16 Wanora Rd
Wanora Q 4306
Phone (07) 5464 3994
E-mail: Deb Stevenson
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AUSTRALIAN TERRIER CLUB of QLD SHOW RESULTS
OPEN SHOW 12th July 2009 -Judge Miss R Green
Best in Show - Gr Ch Tineetown Talkovmee - A Davies
Runner up in Show - Ch Franter Red Misty - T & F Tibbits
Minor Puppy in Show - Lymeregis Cabaret - J Reynolds
Junior in Show -Franter Lymeregis Touch O Luck - T & F Tibbits
Intermediate in Show - Brebel Stormy Boy - A Davies/T & J Crick
Aust Bred in Show - Ch Tineetown Tuchovjazz - A Davies/C Thompson
Open in Show - Grd Ch Tineetown Talkovmee -A Davies
Veteran - Grd Ch Tineetown Talkovmee - A Davies
Chall Dog - Grd Ch Tineetown Talkovmee - A Davies
Chall Bitch - Ch Franter Red Misty - T & F Tibbits
Res Chall Dog - Ch Laspamas Red Raider - J Reynolds
Res Chall Bitch - Lymeregis Cabaret - J Reynolds
CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW 12 JULY 2009 - Judge Miss L Buchanen (Qld)
Best in Show - Grd Ch Tineetown Talkovmee - A Davies
Reserve in Show – Sinclyde Elwood Blues - P Knight
Opp Sex in Show - Ch Tineetown Tuchovjazz - A Davies/C Thompson
Minor Puppy in Show – Wanora The Drover - D Stevenson
Junior in Show - Lymeregis Touch O Luck - T & F Tibbits
Intermediate in Show - Brebel Stormy Boy - A Davies/T & J Crick
Australian Bred in Show - Sinclyde The Fat Man - P Knight
Open in Show - Grd Ch Tineetown Talkovmee - A Davies
Veteran in Show - CH Negura The Heartthrob - K O'Donnell
Neuter in Show - Ch Greenhaven Gaye Lady - B Power
Chall Dog - Grd Ch Tineetown Talkovmee - A Davies
Chall Bitch - Ch Tineetown Tuchovjazz - A Davies/C Thompson
Res Chall Dog - Sinclyde Elwood Blues - P Knight
Res Chall Bitch - Ch Franter Red Misty - T & F Tibbits
Opp Sex Minor Puppy in Show - Lymeregis Cabaret - J Reynolds
Opp Sex Junior in Show - Sinclyde King - P Knight
Opp Sex Aust Bred Show - Ch Tineetown Tuchovjazz- A Davies/C Thompson
Opp Sex Open in Show - Ch Franter Red Misty - T & F Tibbits
Best Head and Expression - Wanora The Drover - D Stevenson
Best Front - Wanora The Drover - D Stevenson
Best Movement - Sinclyde Elwood Blues - P Knight
Best Blue and Tan Coat - Xanthorrhoea Hot Gossip - A Davies/T&J Crick
Best Red/Sandy Coat - CH Laspamas Red Raider - J Reynolds
Best Brace – K O'Donnell Exhibits
Best Team – K O’Donnell Exhibits
NEW CHAMPIONS
CONGRATULATIONS TO XANTHORRHOEA CHARLOTTES WEB ON BECOMING AN AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION 1st May 09 at Marburg & District A & I Assoc - Judge Mrs R Henderson == owners ANN DAVIES & CAROL THOMPSON
CONGRATULATIONS TO NZ CH TASDALE LAST GIFT ON BECOMING AN AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION 23rd May 09 at Esk P A & I Assoc - Judge Mr P Tjerkstra == owners DIANE RILEY & KATHLEEN O'DONNELL
CONGRATULATIONS TO TAUFIELD MIGHTY MOUSE ON BECOMING AN AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION 11th July 09 at Dayboro AH & I Assoc - Judge Mr R Fitzgerald == owner KATHLEEN O'DONNELL
CONGRATULATIONS TO CH TINEETOWN TUCHOVJAZZ ON BECOMING AN AUSTRALIAN GRAND CHAMPION =no details === Owner = A Davies/C Thompson
CONGRATULATIONS TO CH LASPAMAS RED RAIDER ON BECOMING AN AUSTRALIAN GRAND CHAMPION 11th Sept at Noosa A H & I Society - Judge Miss D Norman == owner Judy Reynolds = Handlers Frances & Terry Tibbits.
CONGRATULATIONS TO LYMEREGIS TOUCH O LUCK ON BECOMING AN AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION =12th Sept at Bundaberg Canine Club =Judge Mrs I Glynn = owners Frances & Terry Tibbits
CONGRATULATIONS TO SINCLYDE ABBY ON BECOMING AN AUSTRALIAN CHAMPION 26th Sept at Nanango & District All Breeds Club with a BOB = Judge Mr Tony Valli = owner Peter Knight
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