Lanebern Saint Bernards & Bullmastiffs
UK Breeder & Exhibitor of St Bernards, Bullmastiff & Animal Models
Drosera Hazel at Lanebern - 'Bella'
Sire: Ravensbank Cream of the Crop at Abbarsian
03/07/2001 - 05/12/2009
Hip Score - 30 (16:14)
It is a great sadness to report that Bella left us on 5th Dec 2009. We will miss her so much.
Bella was our very First St Bernard & was bought for me by my husband in August 2001 shortly after I recovered from Cancer.
Bella has done very well, often winning her class, and in 2003 she was Reserve Saint Bernard Dog of the Year at the Eastern Saint Bernard Club.
**Bella received her first GREEN STAR (10 point Major) at the prestigious Munster Circuit in Ireland. This was the first step towards her IRISH CHAMPION TITLE.**
Check out Bellas Show Results Here!
I had no intention of showing her, but after chatting to a few people within the breed, they convinced me to give it a go. I wish to thank those who have given me encouragement to continue & enjoy this hobby.
Like me, Bella was new to showing, and we have learned alot over the last 4 1/2 years together. Often having a few laughs along the way. Bella has really enjoyed showing & without her own little 'saintly' ways i wouldn't have found it so enjoyable.
She has also participated in Agility, which she enjoyed. Her photos showing this appeared at Crufts in 2002!
Bella qualified for Crufts in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 & with great thanks to judge Mr Terry Thorn, Bella gained her Stud Book number at Southern Counties CH Show 2005 which qualifies her for LIFE for Crufts!!
Bella has also accompanied my son Jonathan in Junior Handling competition at open show & Championship show level, which they have both done very well in.
Bella is very special to me, we have become very close, she is more than I could ever ask for in a pet & companion.
**Bella was a proud mother to 5 beautiful pups in January 2006 ! All are doing well in their new homes.....**
She has now retired from showing & breeding & will live out the rest of her days in her favourite place......
'Bella - 03/07/2001 - 05/12/2009
Akura Stop 'N' Stare at Karmonbel - 'Amber'
Sire: Barhale Big Impression for Akura
Born - 18/01/2005
Amber, or 'Diddy' as she has become affectionately known, has joined us from The Akura Saint Bernard & Great Dane Kennels owned by Sue & Ian Shadbolt.
She was a gift to our Son Jonathan from them both. Jonathan is the owner, trainer & handler of Amber & has also purchased his own affix 'Karmonbel'.
We thank them for their trust & friendship & hope that Amber will fulfill all of Jonathans expectations of owning his own St Bernard!
On 18th November 2006 Amber became a mother to Dannyspups - check out our Previous litters for further details.
Amber has now retired from breeding & has joined Heidi & Bella as the resident teachers & babysitters to our newcommers.
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Öppis Speziells For Lanebern - 'Heidi'
Sire: Sanflax Saints Showstopper
Born - 26/03/2004
Heidi has a name that comes from Switzerland, & was given to me by a friend living in Kloten it means " Something Special"
Heidi came to us in 2004 & had previously joined Bella & Louis in the show ring both in the UK & Ireland.
At the English Club limit show in Oct 2004, Heidi passed her Good Citizens Bronze award!!
Heidi had a short show career & qualified for Crufts in 2005 & 2006 but she has decided that she doesn't enjoy showing much & has therefore retired to the sofa for some much earned lazing around!
It is hoped that Heidi will become a proud mother of some beautiful pups in 2007.
Unfortunaely in November 2008 Heidi suffered a major infection, a Pyometra which left her extremely poorly & to save her life, she had to be speyed. She is now recouperating & is very happy lounging on the sofa!!
Karmonbel Tia By Lanebern - 'Tia'
***************************************************** Tia has retired from showing now lives with Sarah, Colin & Danielle Moore in Brixham, Devon where she is enjoying daily romps on the Beach with Lucy the Golden Retriever. ******************************************************
Sire: Chandlimore The Challenger With Lanebern
Dam: Akura Stop 'N' Stare at Karmonbel
D.O.B: 18th November 2006
Tia was bred by us here at Lanebern under the affix of 'Karmonbel' which is owned by myself, my husband & our son Jonathan
***TIA IS FEATURED IN THE DECEMBER EDITION OF DOGS MONTHLY MAGAZINE**
**Tia wins 2nd in Puppy Bitch (4 puppies present!) at her very first Championship show. She was the youngest in the class at just 6 months old on the day!! **
Tia came to the Irish Munster Circuit for the very first time this year & we were delighted with her 'Gradings' & her results:
**Dogs are judged on the FCI system in The Rep of Ireland & Must be given a grade - For an understanding of the 'Grading system' click HERE
The Highest Grade a Puppy can Achieve is VERY PROMISING & the highest an Adult can Achieve is EXCELLENT
18/08/2007 - Navan CH Show - Ireland - 2nd Puppy Bitch (2 entries) - Mr D Timmins (Ireland)
FCI Graded **VERY PROMISING**
19/09/2007 - Clonmel Intl CH Show - Ireland - 2nd Junior Bitch (2 Entries) - Mr A Marshak (Israel) - At International shows, Dogs between 9-12months must compete in the Junior Dog/Bitch classes
FCI Graded **EXCELLENT** Pic 1
21/08/2007 - Killarney CH Show - Ireland - 1st Puppy Bitch (3 entries) - Mr A Henry (Ireland)
FCI Graded **VERY PROMISING** Pic 2
23/08/2007 - Limerick CH Show - Ireland - 1st Puppy Bitch (2 entries) - Mr R Dempsey (South Africa)
FCI Graded **VERY PROMISING** Pic 3
25/08/2007 - Tralee CH Show - Ireland - 2nd Puppy Bitch (2 entries) - Mr D Bolus (USA)
FCI Graded **PROMISING** Pic 4
At Just SIX months old, Tia qualified for CRUFTS 2008 at SKC her VERY FIRST Championship Show!!
**Tia wins BEST BITCH PUPPY, RESERVE BEST BITCH & BEST PUPPY IN BREED under Judge Paula Heikkinen Lehkonen from Finland at Southern Counties CH Show (No CC's for Saints)**
**Tia wins BEST BITCH PUPPY & RESERVE BEST PUPPY IN SHOW under Judge Mrs Liz Dunhill on 10/06/2007 at The South of England St Bernard Club Open Show**
**Tia wins BEST BITCH PUPPY & BEST OPPOSITE SEX PUPPY IN BREED under Judge Mr Robin Searle on 24/06/2007 at Blackpool Championship Show**
**Tia wins BEST BITCH PUPPY & BEST OPPOSITE SEX PUPPY IN BREED under Judge Mr Geoff Bradshaw on 23/07/2007 at Leeds Championship Show (No CC's for Saints)**
**Tia wins BEST PUPPY IN BREED under Judge Mrs Linda Pack on 02/08/2007 at Bakewell Premiere Open Show**
**Tia wins BEST BITCH PUPPY & BEST OPPOSITE SEX PUPPY IN BREED under Breed Specialist Judge Mrs Sheila Munro on 01/09/2007 at City of Birmingham Championship Show**
**Tia wins BEST AVNSC PUPPY & PUPPY GROUP 4 under Judge Mr Chris Quantrill on 29/09/2007 at Bedford & District Canine Society**
Laneberns Forbidden Fruit for Mawreddog
'Lucy'
Lucy was bred by us here at Lanebern & is loved & was owned by Heather Rollo-Jones & her daughter Lillie of Mawreddog St Bernards in Carmarthen. Lucy has now retired to a lovely home where she is enjoying snoozing on the sofa for most of the day!
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Lucy has started off well in her show career & is handled very well by young Lillie who has recently taken on Zoe, one of our Bullmastiff puppies
6th September 08 - Richmond Championship Show - 2nd Junior Bitch (5 Entries) Judge: Mr S Mallard (Tuckles)
16th August 08 - Welsh Kennel Club Championship Show - 2nd Junior Bitch - Judge Mr M Wensley (Swindridge)
7th August 08 - Bakewell Premier Show - 2nd Junior Bitch - Judge Mrs B Clarke (Abbarsian)
06/07/2008 - South Wales Kennel Association Championship Show - 1st Puppy Bitch (2 Entries) - Judge Mr G Gwillam - Best Bitch Puppy
22/06/2008 - Blackpool & District Canine Society Championship Show - 2nd Puppy Bitch - Judge: Mrs G Mogford
13/04/2008 - The United Saint Bernard Club Open Show - 2nd Minor Puppy Bitch - Judge Mr V Salt (Woodlyn)
01/03/2008 - English Saint Bernard Club Championship Show - 3rd Minor Puppy Bitch (5 Entries) - Judge Mrs N Willoughby - Lucy Qualifies for Crufts 2009 !!
Lucy at Poppit Sands - 7 Months old
OPDYKE's GOING MY WAY
'Giorgio'
16/09/2004 - 07/10/2009
Sire: AM CH BRUTON VAN RIJN
Dam: OPDYKE's MAJESTIC OUTA CONTROL
On 7th October 2009 Giorgio fell asleep & left us for Rainbow Bridge. He had not been ill, it was very sudden & unexpected. To say we are heartbroken is an understatement. He took my soul with him. We will miss you so much 'Giorgie' - Run free until we meet again x x
Giorgio arrived in the UK in June 2008 & we were very excited. We were very proud to introduce Giorgio into our home. He was bred by Glenn Radcliffe & Carolyn Cataldo of the Opdyke St Bernards (pronounced 'updike') in America.
Vittorio Fabrini of In Si Minore brought Giorgio to his home in Italy to join his other Saints & he has proved to be a very successful stud dog for them.
With the help of Britt Halvorsen of the Bernegarden kennel in Norway, we were very fortunate to be able to use him at stud in 2007 on our own girl Angel who then produced our lovely Simone & her litter brother Pumba for us here at Lanebern.
Giorgio has prooved very valuable to many breeders who have used him in their breeding programme. He has produced very sound & winning stock all over the world inclucing the USA, Belgium, Norway, Russia to name a few. More recently he has produced 2 UK Champions, one of which is to a to a top kennel here & also our own Simone who has recently won her first Res CC, followed by 3 CC in a row gaining her CH Title & has done very well in Ireland winning many Green Stars & Res Green Stars toward her IR CH title. Simone is also the first Saint in 3 years to gain a JUNIOR WARRANT. He has produced sound & winning stock in Ireland Also. Harley & Jenna are owned by Ann-Marie & Mick Cronin of Kazbian St Bernards in Ireland & these 2 dogs are well on their way to gaining their IR CH Titles also.
Giorgio has been bought by us as a way of improving our own breeding programme/bloodlines as opposed to being a show dog.
We must say a BIG thank you to Vittorio & Britt for giving us the opportunity of bringing Giorgio to our home.
