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Working Spaniel Association of South Africa Established in 1982 to promote the Spaniel breed as a working gun dog in South Africa.

The Working Spaniel Association (WSA) was established in 1981 to:- Promote the Spaniel breed as working gundogs;- Promote, encourage, foster and advance the breeding, well-being of and interest in the Spaniel breed of dogs;- Observe and adhere to the breed standards of the Spaniel breeds of dogs as adopted from time to time by the Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA);- Organise and hold working

trials, field trials and other dog activities recognised by KUSA including training for any or all of these activities;- Promote a better understanding of dogs and a wider knowledge of dogs and dog affairs and to promote goodwill among people interested in dogs.The first working Spaniel field trial was held in South Africa over 30 years ago and the first National Field Trial, licensed by KUSA under the banner of the WSA, in 1997.The club presently has over 50 active members and welcomes all new members who are interested in having the pleasure of working over a good gun dog, field trials and related activities, if you are a one dog person and enjoy having a pet at home, you might consider a hunting Spaniel next time.The club meets regularly for training sessions and field tests from puppy stage to senior dogs.The Working Spaniel Association is now affiliated to the Working Retriever Club and our members receive WRC's newsletters on a regular basis.

28/11/2024

3 judges of the club passed the Kusa dogsport judges exam.
Congratulations Cheryl on your distinction.

The clingy velcro dogs also known as Spaniels
19/11/2024

The clingy velcro dogs also known as Spaniels

"I love it the most when my dogs get incredibly clingy with me, snuggling close with those loving eyes, as if they’re trying to say that they feel the safest and happiest when they’re by my side. Moments like these make me feel unconditionally loved, like I’m the most important person in their world. The warmth they bring is truly priceless, filling my days with simple yet profound happiness."

David Beckham

Good training tips to start your pup.
17/11/2024

Good training tips to start your pup.

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The WSA held it last trial for the year on 9 Nov 2024.Although that we all expected a very hot day we were blessed with ...
12/11/2024

The WSA held it last trial for the year on 9 Nov 2024.
Although that we all expected a very hot day we were blessed with cool and overcast weather and lovely rain in the morning.
We want to thank our Sponsors:
Montego
Ultra Pet
Pet Masters
Just Rawr
LM Power
Waterhaven County Estate
SA Wingshooters
LandenVlei Working Spaniels
Boavida Farm

That you everyone that made this made this trial a success .
Special thank you to the judges, Estene, Hannes and Calvin.
The guns Craig, Carl and Oli
Thank you Bruce for running the trial.
Official results:
Puppy 1st and Guns: LandenVlei Breeze (Sprocitt) handled by Cheryl Smith.
Junior: COM and guns choice awarded to Brockrise Fran of LandenVlei (Chloe) handled by Calvin Fisher.
Novice: 1st and guns Brockrise Frankie of LandenVlei (Danny) handled by Bobby Lotter.
Open: 1st and guns Landenvlei Obi-Wan (Obi) handled by Alan Fraser.
2nd LandenVlei Juniper (June) handled by Bobby Lotter.

Wise words. đź‘Ť
12/11/2024

Wise words. đź‘Ť

I know people must get fed up with me saying this sometimes but it takes alot of time to thoroughly train a spaniel and even longer to train the handler. You need to be prepared to repeat yourself a lot. Be very patient there will be lots of ups and downs on the way more downs than ups when we're talking about cockers. There are no shortcuts to training a spaniel only shortcuts to being disappointed. Take your time!
DT Boxes Alpha Feeds Spaniel Training kit

If you are looking for a spaniel pup, ensure that the puppy is KUSA registered and then ask these questions to the breed...
30/09/2024

If you are looking for a spaniel pup, ensure that the puppy is KUSA registered and then ask these questions to the breeder.

Biddability, drive and desire. Pups bred to hunt for the gun, find, flush and retrieve game in a quick manner… and they do it with ✨Style✨
Bad Habit’s Blush
Owned by Bob David

28/09/2024

This is the link to our brochure from the S
9 September 2024 field trial.

We would just like to thank all our sponsors for making this trial feasable.

The WSA 1ste Field Trial of the year help at Boavida Gundogs and Wingshooting.Puppy stake:1st LandenVlei Bella - Bella (...
15/09/2024

The WSA 1ste Field Trial of the year help at Boavida Gundogs and Wingshooting.

Puppy stake:
1st LandenVlei Bella - Bella (Renier Strydom)
COM LandenVlei Breeze - Sprockett (Cheryl Smit)
Com LandenVlei Jock - Jock (Bobby Lotter)

Junior Stake:
1st Ribblebrook Rodri (Imp UK) - Rodi (Calvin Fisher)
Guns Choice: Ribblebrook Rodri (Imp UK)

Novice Stake:
1st LandenVlei Charlotte - Charlotte (Bobby Lotter)
2nd LandenVlei Wolla - Willa (Bobby Lotter)
Guns Choice (LandenVlei Wolla)

Open Stake:
1st Alexander of LandenVlei - Jack (Bobby Lotter)
2nd LandenVlei Obi-Wan - Obi (Alan Fraser)
3rd LandenVlei Juniper - Juniper (Bobby Lotter)
Guns Choice: LandenVlei Juniper

Judges:
Senior: Estene Trollope
Supporting: Hannes Oberholzer
Learner: Calvin Fisher

Field Trial Manager: Bruce Meyer
Senior Gun: Craig Westwood
2nd gun: Johan Mouton
3rd gun: Adriaan Smit

Thank you to all the generous sponsors:
Boavida Estate – Matthew Berry
Purina Pro Plan
PET MASTERS
LandenVlei Working Spaniels
Waterhaven Country Estate
Just Rawr
Perfect Impact (Pty) Ltd
LM Power (Pty) Ltd

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The Working Spaniel Association (WSA) was established in 1981 to: - Promote the Spaniel breed as working gundogs; - Promote, encourage, foster and advance the breeding, well-being of and interest in the Spaniel breed of dogs; - Observe and adhere to the breed standards of the Spaniel breeds of dogs as adopted from time to time by the Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA); - Organise and hold working trials, field trials and other dog activities recognised by KUSA including training for any or all of these activities; - Promote a better understanding of dogs and a wider knowledge of dogs and dog affairs and to promote goodwill among people interested in dogs. The first working Spaniel field trial was held in South Africa over 30 years ago and the first National Field Trial, licensed by KUSA under the banner of the WSA, in 1997. The club presently has over 50 active members and welcomes all new members who are interested in having the pleasure of working over a good gun dog, field trials and related activities, if you are a one dog person and enjoy having a pet at home, you might consider a hunting Spaniel next time. The club meets regularly for training sessions and field tests from puppy stage to senior dogs. The Working Spaniel Association is now affiliated to the Working Retriever Club and our members receive WRC's newsletters on a regular basis.