by Kerry Webster » Wed 26 Nov 2003 7:45 pm
Whilst I do enjoy getting a trophy/prize, especially for the big big trials, for the majority of trials, all of us are very happy to receive a sash.
The clubs over here have beautiful sashes for placegetters, well worth putting on the wall for show. Often at a trial which has been named after a person/dog/stud prefix etc. the person sponsoring will provide a prize for the first placegetter, which is always well received.
Certainly, the biggest A/A trials should continue with their prize list, as it makes it an elite event, but really, the receipt of a sash is generally given the recognition it deserves by the winners; but most triallers I know, are just happy to have done well with their dogs. They know they are winners, and that is the main part.
I do like the idea of "doggy" trophies, but we have also had several trials with timber themes, pottery theme, and glassware. As long as it is in good taste, I am sure anything would be received gratefully.
Kerry