About GPOESC
We are dedicated to education about the OES and preservation of the breed standard through commitment, knowledge, appreciation and rescue. The GPOESC sponsors social activities year-round, creating a sense of community focused on learning, sharing and enjoying our passion for the breed.
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Upcoming Events
Walkabout - Saturday, September 18, 11:00 am. Portland's Nob Hill Neighborhood. See details >>
October event and general meeting. The board is currently working on approving a special herding event for Saturday, Oct. 30. Watch for future details.
Happy birthday for the month of September to:
Sept. 9, Kellers' Marley will be 8
Sept. 16, McKee-Rowlands' Dezi & Liz will be 12
Sept. 25, Holcombes' Maureen will be 1
Be sure to let us know your OES birthdays so we can list them here!
Celebrating 35 years of Specialty Shows
2010 represented the GPOESC's 35th Anniversary Specialty Shows (1975–2010). The GPOESC Specialty Shows were held Friday, July 23, at the Portland Metropolitan Exposition Center, in conjuction with the Stumptown Classic Cluster. The two Specialties were held back to back, at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The events were open to all AKC-registered Old English Sheepdogs. Both morning and afternoon events included Sweepstakes (Puppy Sweeps, Veteran Sweeps & Bred-by Sweeps), Junior Showmanship and Conformation.
There were just under 90 entries divided among the two sweepstakes and conformation shows. Entries came from throughout Oregon, Washington, California and Canada. The two conformation and junior showmanship shows were judged by Karin B. Ashe in the morning and Sandy I. Wheat in the afternoon. A.M. sweepstakes judge was Joan V. Savage and P.M. sweepstakes judge was Barbara Vanword-Thompson. Obedience judge was Pamela A. Weaver.
GPOESC Specialty Shows See more details >>
A Romping Good Time - Dog Romp 2010
Saturday, August 7, marked the annual Summer Dog Romp. This event was held at the beautiful home and yard of Jerry and Belinda Holcombe, we had a relaxing afternoon of sunny weather and shaggy dog frolicing. The event was attended by about a dozen OES and their respective families. There were wonderful potluck dishes provided by those that attended. Several commemorative items from the Specialty Shows were sold including collector bottles of wine and show graphic aprons.