Working test with Kirkbourne
At Kirkbourne we are holding our working test on the 1srt October at Stubbs hall Doncaster. its a great opportunity to test your skills as a handler and see where you may need to increase your training.
We have a novice working test for any novice member of the club, "club members only" don't be afraid and think its going to be too hard, you will never know without trying. Take the challenge and have a go. You actually have nothing to loose but so much to gain. We also have the open working test where anyone can enter. this is a super test with so much to do and see if you can actually win this. Don't be afraid of the challenge its what you need to do with an advanced dog. You will never know without trying. For more information or to book on please go to our web site shop www.kirkbournespaniels.co.uk
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