2025 Curly Specialty Wrap-Up

Celebrating Curls, Community, and Connection 🐾

What a weekend! The Curly Coated Retriever Specialty is always a highlight of the year — a time to reconnect with friends, admire beautiful dogs, and celebrate everything that makes our breed so special.

This year was no exception, with a wonderful atmosphere, wagging tails everywhere, and so many moments that reminded us why we love Curlies.

A Celebration of the Breed

From the veterans (on both 2 and 4 legs 🤭) who still strut proudly around the ring to the wide-eyed youngsters experiencing their very first show, the day was filled with heart-warming moments. Every dog told their own story — one of dedication, love, and that unique spark only a Curly can bring.

The Cutecurl Crew

Our own team made us so proud:

• Xena proved once again that grace and confidence never fade — awarded Reserve Bitch Challenge, Best Opposite Open in Show, Best Gaited, and Best Dam and Progeny 🖤

• The younger generation — Loki and Skadi — showed promise and personality, keeping us laughing and looking forward to the future. Skadi took out Best Minor Puppy in Show and Loki Best Opposite Sex Minor.

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Whether they were in the ring or simply soaking up pats on the sidelines, each one reminded us that it’s not just about ribbons — it’s about connection.

The Fun and Friendship

The Specialty isn’t just a dog show; it’s a gathering of people who get it. From sharing tips to laughing over puppy antics (and maybe a few muddy pawprints), there’s a sense of community that makes the Curly world feel like family.

The fun classes were a massive hit, with fabulous representation from all ages — the “Waggiest Tail” competition could have gone to half the field, and “Best Recall/Retrieve” was wildly entertaining for spectators and dogs alike!

Gratitude and Reflection

A big thank-you to the organisers, judges, and volunteers who put their hearts into making the event run so smoothly — and what an incredible trophy table 🤩🤩. It’s no small feat, and your hard work gives us all memories to treasure.

As we packed up our gear and our tired (but happy) dogs, we couldn’t help but feel grateful — for the friendships, the laughs, the shared passion, and most of all, for the incredible breed that brings us all together.

✨ Until next time — here’s to the Curlies, and to everyone who loves them.