13/10/2026
Absolutely delighted for Jim Starr yesterday, entered his first ever trial, the Leicestershire Gundog Society's Novice Cocker at Noselley.
Running against some very well known and respected handlers and trainers 'Big Mapes' was one of three dogs out of sixteen to finish.
On her first run had a flush which was shot, unfortunately didn't get the retrieve as the opposite sides dog ran in.
Second run saw her hunting flatten, but she managed to get a retrieve on a loose bird.
Big Mapes is now.......drumroll 🥁🔊......
FTAW Starr Spangle Syrup Babble 🏆🍾🥂
PS: If you're breeder gives you the opportunity to name your puppy, think long and hard before letting the kids pick the name! 😂😂😂😂
Nice having two encouraging judges, whom gave Jim some invaluable advice for them both moving forward.
Congratulations to the other award winners.
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