Pawsitively Pawesome Achievements: Mariann and Her Canine Crew Shine This Summer!

July 24th 2024

In a world where high-energy canines and agility reign supreme, Mariann and her four-legged friends have been on a roll this summer, leaving a trail of achievements and wagging tails that have made headlines across the pet-loving community.

Sponsored by Vet’s Kitchen since 2016, Mariann’s dedication to her dogs, Coral, Betty and Star, has led to a string of remarkable accomplishments, and this summer was no exception.

Here is a round-up of all the incredible achievements they have made.

World Agility Open in the Netherlands (WAO) – May

Mariann and Coral represented Team England in the nail-biting World Agility Open held in the picturesque Netherlands. In an impressive display of agility and skill, they clinched a Bronze in the Biathlon Jumping round. Although there was a few other ‘nearly’ runs, their achievement was nothing short of amazing!

Nottingham’s Agility Spectacular – May

At the Nottingham show in May Betty struck gold by winning both rounds of the Young Kennel Club Agility Dog of the Year competition, securing her spot in the prestigious semi-final at Crufts 2024.

Wye Valley’s Triumph – June

In an exciting twist at the Wye Valley Show, Mariann and Coral, along with her friend Violet and her dog Chase (who are sponsored by Reef Agility – where Mariann is the owner and trainer) , emerged as victors in the London International Horse Show (LIHS) Pairs qualifier. Their spectacular win, combined with other accumulated points, paved the way for their entry into the Grand Final at LIHS this Christmas.

CSJ Speedsters – June

Betty proved that speed was her middle name by clinching victory in the CSJ Open speedstakes final for the second consecutive year. Mariann says ‘Both dogs were also very close in contention for medals but unfortunately a few small mistakes cost us!’.

Tuffley’s Rising Star – July

Starfish, or Star for short, secured two agility wins that propelled her to Grade 3 at Tuffley show. Her stellar performances were a testament to her growing confidence and potential.

Derbyshire’s Delight – July

Star, having recently climbed the ranks, celebrated her newfound status with two agility class wins. One of these wins also qualified her for the Dog Sports Derby Novice Cup finals in October. Coral didn’t want to be left out, with Coral snagging a fantastic 3rd place in her agility run.

Junior Open Agility World Championship (JOAWC) – July

Betty was selected to run as the white dog at the Junior Open Agility World Championship held in the UK this year! A white dog runs the course before anyone else to show the route and allow the judge to change anything before the competitors are allowed to walk and then run their course. Mariann says ‘This was a huge honour to be asked to take such a role and we had a great time!’.

International Federation of Cynological Sports Agility World Championships (IFCS) – August

Betty took the world stage as she represented Team GB at the IFCS Agility World Championships. The dynamic duo bagged a jaw-dropping 4 Gold medals in Individual Jumping, Biathlon Agility, Jumping, and Overall, showcasing their unparalleled agility skills. Teaming up with Spry and Thor, they also secured a Bronze in the Team event, proving they’re truly unstoppable.

Iconix Show – August

Star continued her ascent by notching her final win required to soar into Grade 4! ‘She just keeps getting better with every show!’ Mariann.

Mariann and her canine companions have proven that with dedication, teamwork, and a whole lot of canine charm, anything is possible. They’re a shining example of the incredible feats that can be achieved when pet owners and their four-legged friends work together to achieve greatness. So, let’s raise a toast to Mariann and her remarkable crew as they continue to make waves in the world of dog agility!

Congratulations Mariann, Coral, Betty and Star from everyone at Vet’s Kitchen; we can’t wait to see what you all do next!