NEDERLANDS KAMPIOENSCHAP
UK OBEDIENCE 2025
Op 8 November organiseerde "The Dutch Obedience Society" haar 40ste Nederlands Kampioenschap UK Obedience.
Het kampioenschap werd dit jaar wederom in sporthal “De Zwake” in ‘s-Gravenpolder gehouden.
In het ochtendprogramma de kampioens klasse "C" en de B-klas gelopen,
In het ochtendprogramma de kampioens klasse "C" en de B-klas gelopen,
in het middag programma werden de klassen Pré-beginners, Beginners, Novice, en Klas "A" gekeurd.
Als keurmeesters waren dit jaar Anita Neal en Tracy Ansell uitgenodigd.
KEURMEESTERS:
NK 2025: Anita Neal & Tracy Ansell
Anita Neal
DOS Championships 08-11-2025
Hi everyone, my name is Anita Neal and I feel very honoured to be asked to judge the Dutch Championships for the second time, having judge it previously in 2012, were I had the most fantastic time. As well as the UK and Holland, I have also judged in Belgium, Austria, Guernsey and Jersey.
I started in competitive obedience in 1982 not with a dog but by caller stewarding or scoreboarding nearly every weekend for various judges. I started competiting in 1984 with my first Working Sheepdog named Ozzy (Oswald Megan’s Pride). Ozzy took me from Beginners to CH C winning our first ticket in 1991.
My second dog, Chezzi (Ob.Ch Chalkwell Chezzi O.W) won 7 tickets and competed at Crufts on 5 consecutive occasions, 1998 - 2002 and our greatest accomplishment was coming 4th in 2001.
My third dog, Chalki (Ob.Ch Chalkwell Chunki Chalki O.W) won 5 tickets and also competed at Crufts on 5 consecutive occasions, 2003 - 2007. When I got my fourth dog I decided to have a change from Working Sheepdogs and got a GSD who I named Buddi (Chalkwell Golden Buddi). He competed up to C but it was all a bit too much for him so I retired him form competitive obedience.
With my fifth dog I decided to go back to what I understand the most, the Working Sheepdog. So,Razzy (Dodgin Razzy Razcal O.W) came into my life. At this time I also changed my training technique, from conventional to positive reinenforcement. Wow, what a game changer.
Razzy took to it like a duck to water but his over enthusiastic drive to please caused somewhat of a controversy, so we only managed to win 1 ticket, but I wouldn't have had him any other way and we went to Crufts in 2016.
I'm now currently competiting with Razzy's son, Scrummy (Firetouch He'zz So Scrummy O.W). He's won 1 ticket so far and we went to Crufts in 2024.
I not only compete but do my fair share of judging, ring stewarding and scribing every year. I feel it's important to give something back to the sport that has given me and my dogs so much pleasure.
I started my judging career back in 1992 and qualified to judge Championship C in 2000, awarding my first CC in 2001.
To date I have judged 23 tickets, 50 open C's and too many other classes to mention. I have and do love every minute of competitive obedience in whatever capacity and I'm sure I'm going to have the most fabulous time judging faboulous teams on 8th November 2025.
Be happy
Anita Neal
Tracy Ansell
I have been competing in obedience since I was 9 years old. I started with a Miniature Dachshund, who taught me from the off that you needed patience, perseverance and a sense of humour! I have always worked "other breeds" (Shelties, German Shepherds and Standard Poodles) with the occasional collie thrown in for good measure. Each one has taught me something different, and I believe that obedience isn’t just for the “typical” breeds—it’s for any dog if you can find their "want". I have qualified three Standard Poodles for Championship C, showing that brains and beauty can absolutely go paw-in-paw. My current boy has gained three reserve tickets, we just need a little bit of luck on the day for the CC! One of my proudest moments was being named Overall Champion of BCOS (British Competitive Obedience Society)—a title that reflects not just performance, but the bond between handler and dog. I am honoured to be invited to judge in Holland—an opportunity I approach with great respect and enthusiasm. Away from Obedience, I’m a dog groomer and painter (my creative side can be found by searching Art by Floss). I have previously been crowned Groomer of the year; however, obedience is where my heart truly lies. It’s more than a discipline—it’s teamwork! To that end, I am looking forward to judging you all and may the best *team" win.
In ieder klas was er een spannende strijd. Op de foto's hieronder vindt je de foto's van de line-up en de uitslagen van de betreffende klas
PRE-BEGINNERS
JUDGE: TRACY ANSELL
STEWARD: NATALIE KNAACK-ENKELMANN
1. Lisanne Hol & Loki (Australische Herder)
2. Kaatje Daveloose & Lupa (Oud Duitse Herder)
3. Jasmijn van Vlimmeren & Tikkie (Engelse Cocker Spaniel)
(Kaatje Daveloose & Lupa ontbreken op de foto)
BEGINNERS
JUDGE: ANITA NEAL
STEWARD: TIM ENKELMANN
1. Lisanne Hol & Loki (Australische Herder)
2. Kaatje Daveloose & Lupa (Oud Duitse Herder)
(Kaatje Daveloose & Lupa ontbreken op de foto)
NOVICE
JUDGE: TRACY ANSELL
STEWARD: NATALIE kNAACK-ENKELMANN
1. Marja van Eck & Yindi (Border Collie)
2. Jamie Vlieger & Summer (Golden Retriever)
3. Rineke Smit & Pia Maria van Bergentheim (Working Sheepdog)
4. Wendy van Raak & Wishful (Duitse herder/Golden retriever)
5. Marian de Jong & Chaplin van Bergentheim (Border Collie)
6. Ankie Houthuis & Steady Cherryborders Lughaidh (Quhain) (Border Collie)
CLASS A
JUDGE: ANITA NEAL
STEWARD: TIM ENKELMANN
1. Dominique Standaert & Joker (Border Collie)
2. Angela Kroon & Firetouch To Hot By Half (Border Collie)
3. Marian de Jong & Chaplin van Bergentheim (Border Collie)
4. Wendy van Raak & Wishful (Duitse herder/Golden retriever)
5. Esther Hadders & Jaslin Lee Kelpiebrink (Australian Kelpie)
6. Marianne Slegt & Tinkerbell’s Magic Seven of Fairy Arrow (Border Collie)
CLASS B
JUDGE: TRACY ANSELL
STEWARD: ANITA NEAL
1. Monique van Urk & Darkbeck Kite (Border Collie)
2. Marianne Slegt & Tinkerbell’s Magic Seven of Fairy Arrow (Border Collie)
3. Angela Kroon & Firetouch To Hot By Half (Border Collie)
4. Jennifer Runge & Leeloo Dallas (Australian Shepherd Cross)
5. Dominique Standaert & Joker (Border Collie)
6. Sandra Pierson & Wendevick Myroh "My Hero" (Border Collie)
KAMPIOENSKLASSE C
De kampioensklasse is voor de combinaties die C-only zijn
Hier werd beslist wie de nieuwe Nederlands Kampioen Obedience van 2025 werd.
Na een spannende strijd wonnen Natalie Knaack-Enkelmann de Titel.
LINE UP:
JUDGE: ANITA NEAL
STEWARD: TRACY ANSELL
STEWARD: TRACY ANSELL
1. Natalie Knaack-Enkelmann & I am the One von Malihattan (Mechelse Herder)
2. Trudy Groenenboom & Janjelly Dutch Navy Seal (Kruising)
3. Melissa Vercauter & Unique (Tervuerense Herder)
4. Nelleke Slingerland & Salsa (Australian Shepherd)
UITSLAG CLASS C
WINNAARS
Jaar | Naam | Naam Hond | Ras |
| 2025 | Natalie Knaack-Enkelmann | I am the One von Malihattan | Mechelse Herder |
| 2024 | Trudy Groenboom | Janjelly Dutch Navy Seal | Kruising |
| 2023 | Trudy Groenenboom | Janjelly Dutch Navy Seal | Kruising |
| 2022 | Guus Scholten | Halligalli Moviestar | Working Sheepdog |
| 2019 | Natalie Knaack-Enkelmann | Independent Spirit's Kentucky | Mechelse Herder |
2018 | Christine Pestka | Dumf an Galwy Jefferson "Joris" | Border Collie |
2017 | Christine Pestka | Argo | Border Collie |
2016 | Karin Stegmeijer | Absolutely Fabulous McCay | Working Sheepdog |
2015 | Neil Lowndes | Absolutely Fabulous Phoebe | Working Sheepdog |
2014 | Guus Scholten | Danesway Duet | Working Sheepdog |
2013 | Karin Stegmeijer | Absolutely Fabulous McCay | Working Sheepdog |
2012 | Marianne van der Ster | Amazing Yoda of Albion's March | Border Collie |
2011 | Guus Scholten | Colliewood Velazquez Giovanni | Working Sheepdog |
2010 | Guus Scholten | Colliewood Velazquez Giovanni | Working Sheepdog |
2009 | Guus Scholten | Colliewood Velazquez Giovanni | Working Sheepdog |
2008 | Danielle de Jonge | Mikey | Border Collie |
2007 | Lenie Kasteleijn | Colliewood Caballe "La Layla" | Border Collie |
2006 | Marianne van der Ster | Scooby Doo of Albion's March | Border Collie |
2005 | Greet Vink | Sealight Boryck O.W. | Border Collie |
2004 | Guus Scholten | Bodie from Ritzy's Rascal | Working Sheepdog |
2003 | Greet Vink | Sealight Boryck O.W. | Border Collie |
2002 | Greet Vink | Sealight Boryck O.W. | Border Collie |
2001 | Julia Clarissen | Suenijon Timo | Working Sheepdog |
2000 | Dominique Standaert | Homested Chequered Skipper | Working Sheepdog |
1999 | Louise Mieras | Sealight Kepala | Border Collie |
1998 | Jenke Labots | Filon Floyd Mon Chien Favorite | Groenendaeler |
1997 | Louise Mieras | Sealight Cha-Kweena | Border Collie |
1996 | Jenke Labots | Filon Floyd Mon Chien Favorite | Groenendaeler |
1995 | Lenie Kasteleijn | Whacky Backy | Working Sheepdog |
1994 | Lenie Kasteleijn | Whacky Backy | Working Sheepdog |
1993 | Dominique Standaert | Homested Woodruff | Working Sheepdog |
1992 | Dominique Standaert | Homested Woodruff | Working Sheepdog |
1991 | Brian McGovern | Colabri Trickie Woo | Working Sheepdog |
1990 | Lenie Kasteleijn | Whacky Backy | Working Sheepdog |
1989 | Brian McGovern | Sealight Wimp | Border Collie |
1988 | Louise Mieras | Sealight Menang | Border Collie |
1987 | Ria McGovern | Jock van de Meywei | Border Collie |
1986 | Louise Mieras | Sealight Menang | Border Collie |
1985 | Louise Mieras | Sealight Menang | Border Collie |
1984 | Louise Mieras | Sealight Menang | Border Collie |
FOTO'S
JUDGES REPORT
DUTCH OBEDIENCE SOCIETY CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW
HELD ON SATURDAY 8TH NOVEMBER 2025
First of all I would like to thank the lovely Monique van Urk and the Dutch Obedience Society board for inviting and entrusting me to judge at their Championship show and to be asked to judge the premier class, it truly was an honour.
Your hospitality, friendliness, accommodation and organisation was absolutely spectacular, you certainly know how to look after your overseas judges and put on an utterly amazing show.
HELD ON SATURDAY 8TH NOVEMBER 2025
First of all I would like to thank the lovely Monique van Urk and the Dutch Obedience Society board for inviting and entrusting me to judge at their Championship show and to be asked to judge the premier class, it truly was an honour.
Your hospitality, friendliness, accommodation and organisation was absolutely spectacular, you certainly know how to look after your overseas judges and put on an utterly amazing show.
I had an awesome day meeting and judging some lovely teams and it’s been a pleasure to witness so many happy, stylish and motivated dogs. Once again, thank you for your kindness and I hope you all enjoyed it as much as I did. I would also like to show my appreciation to Tracy Ansell for joining me on this journey, for her support on Saturday and making the whole weekend a truly memorable one.
It was definitely a trip to remember. To all the people that officiated at the show in front and behind the scenes - thank you, it couldn’t go on without you giving up all your valuable time and effort.
Anita Neal xx
Now to the results.... CLASS: C - Judge - Anita Neal
Ring Steward - Tracy Ansell - Scoreboard – Jutta & Marian - Decoy's - Jamie & Nathalie v H
1st and the new "Dutch Obedience Champions for 2025" are...
Natalie Knaack-Enkelmann & I AM THE ONE VON MALIHATTAN, Belgian Malinois. Congratulations, what a wonderful partnership. A dog that tries his heart out. It was an honour and a privilege to award you first place and also present you with the most stylish - Sealight Wimp Memorial Shield donated by Brian McGovern.
2nd Trudy Groenenboom & JANJELLY DUTCH NAVY SEAL, X. Congratulations and all the best for a successful season in 2026.
3rd Melissa Vercauter & UNIQUE, Belgian Tervuren. Overall some promising work from this team. Wishing you all the best for the future.
4th Nelleke Slingerland & SALSA, ASD. Well done and good luck for the future.
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CLASS: B - Judge - Tracy Ansell
Ring Steward - Anita Neal - Scoreboard – Gerrard & Nati - Decoy - Lisanne Hol
1st Monique van Urk & DARBECK KITE, BC. Congratulations on a fabulous win.
2nd Marianne Slegt & TINKERBELL'S MAGIC SE7EN OF FAIRY ARROW, BC.
3rd Trudy Groenenboom - handled by Angela Kroon & FIRETOUCH TO HOT BY HALF, BC.
4th Jennifer Runge & LEELOO DALLAS, X.
5th Dominique Standaert & JOKER, BC.
6th Sandra Pierson & WENDEVICK "MY HERO" MYROH, BC.
The most promising award went to.... Dominique Standaert & JOKER
Well done everyone, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
CLASS: BEGINNERS - Judge - Anita Neal
Ring Steward - Tim Enkelmann - Scoreboard – Jutta & Gerrard
1st Lisanne Hol & LOKI, ASD. Congratulations on an awesome win.
2nd Kaatje Daveloose & LUPA, GSD.
The most promising award went to.... Kaatje Daveloose & LUPA
Well done both, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
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CLASS: A - Judge - Anita Neal
Ring Steward - Tim Enkelmann - Scoreboard – Jutta & Gerrard
1st Doninique Standaert & JOKER, BC. Congratulations on a superb and well deserved win.
2nd Trudy Groenenboom - handled by Angela Kroon & FIRETOUCH TO HOT BY HALF, BC.
3rd Marian de Jong & CHAPLIN van BERGENTHEIM, WS.
4th Wendy Van Raak & WISHFUL, X.
5th Esther Hadders & JASLIN LEE KELPIEBRINK, AUS KELPIE.
6th Marianne Slegt & TINKERBELL'S MAGIC SE7EN OF FAIRY ARROW, BC
The most promising award went to.... Marian de Jong & CHAPLIN van BERGENTHEIM
Well done everyone, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
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CLASS: NOVICE - Judge - Tracy Ansell
Ring Steward - Nati Knaack - Scoreboard – Jacqueline & Annemieke
1st Marja van Eck & YINDI, BC. Congratulations on a super win.
2nd Jamie Vlieger & SUMMER, GR.
3rd Rineke Smit & PIA MARIA van BERGENTHEIM, WS.
4th Wendy Van Raak & WISHFUL, X.
5th Marian de Jong & CHAPLIN van BERGENTHEIM, WS.
6th Ankie Houthuis & STEADY CHERRYBORDERS LUGHAIDH, BC.
The most promising award went to.... Rineke Smit & PIA MARIA van BERGENTHEIM
Well done everyone, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
It was definitely a trip to remember
Anita Neal xx
Now to the results.... CLASS: C - Judge - Anita Neal
Ring Steward - Tracy Ansell - Scoreboard – Jutta & Marian - Decoy's - Jamie & Nathalie v H
1st and the new "Dutch Obedience Champions for 2025" are...
Natalie Knaack-Enkelmann & I AM THE ONE VON MALIHATTAN, Belgian Malinois. Congratulations, what a wonderful partnership. A dog that tries his heart out. It was an honour and a privilege to award you first place and also present you with the most stylish - Sealight Wimp Memorial Shield donated by Brian McGovern.
2nd Trudy Groenenboom & JANJELLY DUTCH NAVY SEAL, X. Congratulations and all the best for a successful season in 2026.
3rd Melissa Vercauter & UNIQUE, Belgian Tervuren. Overall some promising work from this team. Wishing you all the best for the future.
4th Nelleke Slingerland & SALSA, ASD. Well done and good luck for the future.
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CLASS: B - Judge - Tracy Ansell
Ring Steward - Anita Neal - Scoreboard – Gerrard & Nati - Decoy - Lisanne Hol
1st Monique van Urk & DARBECK KITE, BC. Congratulations on a fabulous win.
2nd Marianne Slegt & TINKERBELL'S MAGIC SE7EN OF FAIRY ARROW, BC.
3rd Trudy Groenenboom - handled by Angela Kroon & FIRETOUCH TO HOT BY HALF, BC.
4th Jennifer Runge & LEELOO DALLAS, X.
5th Dominique Standaert & JOKER, BC.
6th Sandra Pierson & WENDEVICK "MY HERO" MYROH, BC.
The most promising award went to.... Dominique Standaert & JOKER
Well done everyone, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
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CLASS: BEGINNERS - Judge - Anita Neal
Ring Steward - Tim Enkelmann - Scoreboard – Jutta & Gerrard
1st Lisanne Hol & LOKI, ASD. Congratulations on an awesome win.
2nd Kaatje Daveloose & LUPA, GSD.
The most promising award went to.... Kaatje Daveloose & LUPA
Well done both, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
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CLASS: A - Judge - Anita Neal
Ring Steward - Tim Enkelmann - Scoreboard – Jutta & Gerrard
1st Doninique Standaert & JOKER, BC. Congratulations on a superb and well deserved win.
2nd Trudy Groenenboom - handled by Angela Kroon & FIRETOUCH TO HOT BY HALF, BC.
3rd Marian de Jong & CHAPLIN van BERGENTHEIM, WS.
4th Wendy Van Raak & WISHFUL, X.
5th Esther Hadders & JASLIN LEE KELPIEBRINK, AUS KELPIE.
6th Marianne Slegt & TINKERBELL'S MAGIC SE7EN OF FAIRY ARROW, BC
The most promising award went to.... Marian de Jong & CHAPLIN van BERGENTHEIM
Well done everyone, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
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CLASS: NOVICE - Judge - Tracy Ansell
Ring Steward - Nati Knaack - Scoreboard – Jacqueline & Annemieke
1st Marja van Eck & YINDI, BC. Congratulations on a super win.
2nd Jamie Vlieger & SUMMER, GR.
3rd Rineke Smit & PIA MARIA van BERGENTHEIM, WS.
4th Wendy Van Raak & WISHFUL, X.
5th Marian de Jong & CHAPLIN van BERGENTHEIM, WS.
6th Ankie Houthuis & STEADY CHERRYBORDERS LUGHAIDH, BC.
The most promising award went to.... Rineke Smit & PIA MARIA van BERGENTHEIM
Well done everyone, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
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CLASS: PRE-BEGINNERS - Judge - Tracy Ansell
Ring Steward - Nati Knaack - Scoreboard – Jacqueline & Annemieke
1st Lisanne Hol & LOKI, ASD. Congratulations on winning both this class and Beginners today.
2nd Kaatje Daveloose & LUPA, GSD.
3rd Jasmijn van Vlimmeren & TIKKIE, ECS.
The most promising award went to.... Lisanne Hol & LOKI
Well done everyone, good luck and all the very best for the rest of the season and 2026.
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Thank you all again for the most fabulous day, hope to see you all again sometime - good luck at your shows and may your dreams come true.
Enjoy the journey
Anita Neal & Tracy Ansell