Dogs SA Junior Handlers

Well that’s a wrap!
We have such a huge amount of people who contribute in order to make this weekend a success…

Cheryl the rest of the wonderful staff at DogsSA for unparalleled efficiency.💙

Our merry band of Stewards - Sharyn, Josie, Heather, Andrew, Joe, Peter & David 💙

Our amazing panel of judges - Dianne, Melissa, Bill, Donna, Anthony, Sylvia & Caitlin - taking everything in their stride, true professionals who were just so very lovely all weekend - 💙

State Final judge - Caleb Fryar - it was a pleasure to you have you judge for us this year 💙

Shontelle Davies - yet again donating her time to man the office and produce all the certificates with calm efficiency 💙

Our sensational Tiny Tot Judge Deana Musolino❤️

Chevaun Haseldine - as always, A+ stewarding of our State Final Junior Event💙

Bianca Musolino - Swap dog cordinator and over all rockstar with all things Junior Handler - so grateful for all your hard work in the lead up to the state final in 2026 ❤️

Melita Probert - an absolute superstar all weekend - couldn’t have do it with out you💙

Kerri Afford Photography - expert photography and always with a smile!
Thank You James & Kerri-Ann Afford💙

Caroline Sheekey for being our MC💙

Phil Squire for Live streaming the State Final 💙

Jeffery Binding - so grateful for all your assistance this weekend 💙

Our AMAZING list of Sponsors! Thank You!! The contributions from so many of our members is heartwarming - your generosity is what makes these events so special for our juniors!

Thanks to our Major Sponsors:
Black Hawk Pet Care for their generous support of both the shows and all Junior Events over the weekend with an extra special mention to Louise for going above and beyond to make the day for very special for our juniors!

Moorholme Pet Transport - Wayne is a total champion with his amazing support for Juniors Australia wide 💙

Plushpuppy- Deb LeCourt & her team are so lovely and supportive, not to mention the prize bags for the state final were absolutely amazing!💙

Our Swap dog owners - thank you!

There is no doubt some people we have missed, please rest assured your contribution to this weekend has not gone unnoticed or unappreciated ❤️

Many thanks
DogsSA Junior Handler Committee

📣 Junior Handler State Final – Final Reminder! 🐾🏆

The big day is almost here! We can’t wait to see all of our qualified Juniors tomorrow for the 2026 Dogs SA Junior Handler State Final.

⏰ Check-in: 9.00 am
📍 Location: Marsula/Brine Verandah
Please check in to collect your welcome bag, receive any important information, and ask any last-minute questions.

🏅 Judging commences promptly at 10.00 am in Ring 8 and will run in the following order:

• 7–Under 10 Juniors
• 10–Under 13 Juniors
• 13–Under 19 Seniors
• 7–Under 10 Juniors (Swap Dogs)
• 10–Under 13 Juniors (Swap Dogs)
• 13–Under 19 Seniors (Swap Dogs)
• Tiny Tots
• Overall State Champion
• Group Photograph 📸

Please ensure you arrive with plenty of time to settle in before check-in.

Best of luck to all our competitors—we’re looking forward to a fantastic day celebrating your hard work and achievements! 💙🐕🎉

🌟 Tiny Tots Registrations – 2026 Dogs SA State Final 🌟

Registrations are now open for the Tiny Tots Parade at the 2026 Dogs SA State Final!

🗓 Registrations close: Friday 17th July.

Please tag and share with parents who may have a future Junior Handler ready to join in the fun🐾💙 ❤️

The Dogs SA Junior Handler Committee are thrilled to share that we have an amazing 22 talented Juniors qualified for the upcoming State Final!

Though there can only be one winner, we believe it is important to celebrate the huge achievement for each and every child that has worked so hard to qualify for the final in 2026!

Each year we are so lucky to have the support of the extended dog show community, and with so many talented young people stepping up and qualifying in 2026 we are reaching out for help to make this day extra special for each and every one of these amazing children!

Our mission is to find 22 generous sponsors willing to contribute $30 each in order to help us to provide a fabulous gift bag for each of our 22 qualifiers!

If you would like sponsor, please head over to ShowManager or PM the Junior Handler Committee directly!

https://showmanager.com.au/activity/4809

🏆 2026 STATE FINAL UPDATE 🏆

Preliminary messages have now been sent to all qualifiers! 🎉

If you believe you have qualified but haven’t received a message, please get in touch with us as soon as possible so we can look into it. 📩

Congratulations to everyone who has qualified! – we can’t wait to see you at the 2026 State Final! ⭐🐾

Good evening All, apologies for the late notice and any potential issues caused this morning with regards to Junior Handlers. The heat that was to have been run this morning has been rescheduled for tomorrow morning at 8:30 am in Ring 2.

❄️SNOWFLAKE SPECTACULAR 2026❄️

Entries now open on Show Manager!

Wishing Chantelle Dewing the very best of luck in the Australian Junior Handler National Final! 🌟🐾

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to your craft have truly paid off, and everyone back home in South Australia is cheering you on. We’re all so proud of you and excited to watch you shine on the national stage.

Go smash it, Chantelle — you’ve got this! 🙌💛🖤🇦🇺