Latest News & Results at Vanaheim

 

 

Vanaheim Heza Cool Cat ( Freddie)

has been awarded,

We would like the opportunity to congratulate Candyce of Rahkantra Swedish Vallhunds and 'Freddie' on there recent sucess at All Breeds & Working Speciality Shows. Freddie has made his Debut into the show ring and has already started his winning ways achieving,

Some of the Judges Comments to date:

"The most exquisite Swedish Vallhund that they seen so far, lovely type, expression and attitude".

"There was no other choice for Best Baby Puppy of Group."

"He is an extremely nice puppy."

"He is simply amazing"

Not to be Outdone..... 

Our lovely young girl Vanaheim Pirates Codex also won.

Puppy of Group

We would like to thank Candyce for lovingly preparing, presenting and handling Phoenix and Freddie. We wish Candyce and the team from Rahkantra all the best for the future !!!

 

Vanaheim Rocky Raccoon

Rocky 6 Months 2011

 

Vanaheim Heza Cool Cat

We would like to take the opportunity to introduce Vanaheim Heza Cool Cat (Freddie).  Freddie is a promising young puppy from our latest litter, he is stunning young boy with an outgoing cheeky nature !! Freddie is co-owned with Rahkantra GSD's.  We look forward to watching this young man develop and grow.

  Vanaheim Rocky Raccoon

Also introducing Vanaheim Rocky Raccoon. Rocky is a full brother to Freddie and is just as promising in many different ways, he is a sweet natured boy who we also look forward to watching develop.

 

The Abby Road Litter

6/6/2011- Vanaheim is delighted to annouce the safe arrival of the Abby Road Litter.

Sire: Vallarity Day Tripper,   Dam: Valkrista Wind Flower

4 Dogs, 4 Bitches

We are pleased to be able to introduce and combined some of the lovely lines from the well know Castleavery Swedish Vallhunds based in Ireland.    Mum and babies are all doing very well.  Watch our puppy pages for news and updated photo's of the fur babies as they grow.

30 May 2011 - Today the decision was made to step down from the Committee of the Swedish Vallhund Club of New Zealand.  While handing the reins to other members I am however remaining a member of the club.  As a founding member I have enjoyed working towards lauching the club, gaining incorporation, attending events and meeting some loving people who own our fantastic breed.  I am look foward to watching to the club progress in the spirit orginally intended.

The Aim of the Swedish Vallhund Club:  To facilitate good will and cohesion between Swedish Vallhund Breeders, Owners and Enthusiasts within Aotearoa.

 

Vanaheim Strawberry Fields took Junior of Group at the South Otago Kennel Club Championship Show this weekend, doing it in style by also becoming a New Zealand Champion on the same day.  Flare is our lovely homebred girl who is carrying on the tradition from her Multi Class in Group Winning parents and Gr Ch BIS & Multi Class in Show winning Grandparents.

Not to be out done our gorgeous girl Vanaheim Priates Codex took Baby Puppy of Group Both days.

We had a wonderful weekend and are extremely proud of our girls 

We would like to take the opportunity to Thank the Judges. 

 

Front Cover:  NZKC  Dog World, March 2011 Addition Featuring the Swedish Vallhund

The 2011 Swedish Vallhund Breed Feature is a cracking read full of information, insights and heart warming stories for the general public, Judges and Breed Enthusiast.

We are delighted that out beautiful NZ CH & Multi Class in Group Winner Valkrista Alatna  was chosen to represent Swedish Vallhunds in NZ on the SV Breed Feature Cover March 2011.   The Swedish Vallhund Breed was last featured by the New Zealand Kennel Club Magazine in the year 2000, what a wonderful way to break the drought.  Ash to date holds the breed record for NZ's most successful Winning Swedish Vallhund Bitch.

We are very proud of lovely girl and want to thank all the Judges who have recognised her outstanding quality and breed type.

Vanaheim Swedish Vallhund Advert NZ Dog World March 2011

 

 

Smile

 

Meet our lovely new girl  Vanaheim Pirates Codex (Phoenix).  Phoenix is a quality girl who introduces a new blend of Swedish and Finnish bloodlines into our breeding programme.  She has a wonderful correct harsh coat, lovely head and facial expression with gorgeous dark eyes, a terrific length of neck and a great front.  Full of mischief with a great out going temperament we look forward to introducing her to the show ring in 2011.

 

 

The Pirate Voyager Litter

 

8/12/2010 - Vanaheim Swedish Vallhunds welcomes the Pirate Voyager Litter

Sire: Candace Valkrista Voyager (Imp UK), Dam: NZ Ch Valkrista Alatna

3 Bitches

 

We would like to thank Hans Madsen and the late Rose Madsen of Valkrista Swedish Vallhunds for making this special litter possible.

Tommy was imported by Mrs Rose Madsen of Valkrista from Candace Kennels in the UK, he is a lovely boy who carries an all Swedish/Finnish Pedigree that is sort after in the world today.  Tommy has introduced some wonderful qualities to our breeding programme as well as his delightful personality !! We look foward to showing his delightful daughter and working with these lines into the future.

 

 

Due to the Christchurch Earthquake affecting family we have not been able to attend recent shows.

Flare 10 Months Old

19 & 20th February 2011 -  Kindle, Flare and myself attended the Waikouaiti Kennel Association Championship Show held in Dunedin today, Kindle took BOB on the Saturday and then they swapped around for the Sunday.  Flare got some lovely judges comments on the day regarding her out standing breed type and movement.

Saturday 19 February

Best Puppy Bitch, Reserve of Breed

Sunday 20th February

Best Puppy Bitch, Best of Breed

 

12 & 13 Feburary 2011 - Today was just short trip up the road to the Gore & Districts Kennel Association Championship Show.  Flare was joined by NZ CH Murivall Antares for the days trip and both showed very well in once again very cold wet conditions. Flare was reserve of breed both days.

Saturday 12 February

Best Puppy Bitch, Reserve of Breed

Sunday 13 February

Best Puppy Bitch, Reserve of Breed

 

4 & 5 December 2010 -  We headed away early to attend the Southern Ladies Kennel Association Championship Shows in Dunedin, the weather was rather cold and windy for December however Flare showed like a trooper and took the BOB both days. 

Saturday 4 December 2010

Best Puppy Bitch, Best of Breed

Sunday 5 December

Best Puppy Bitch, Best of Breed

 

Flare 6 Months

 

12 & 13 November 2010 - I travelled to Christchurch with a friend of mine to attend the Canterbury Kennel Association Championship Shows & the Canterbury Working Dog Show.  It was a great opportunity to catch up with friends and family who had experienced the first earthquake, share stories and enjoy the sunny weather.

Flare did well over all three days and on two of the three took BOB over older competition.

Friday 12 November 2010

Best Puppy Bitch, Best of Breed

Saturday 13 November 2010

Best Puppy Bitch, Reserve of Breed

Sunday 14 November ( Canterbury Working Dog Association )

Best Puppy Bitch, Best of Breed

6 & 7 November 2010 - Today we travelled to Invercargill to attend the Southland Kennel Clubs 75th Jubilee Championship Shows.  This auspicious occasion was marked with an auction to raise funds to replace the roof of the indoor venue,  we had a wonderful day and raised a healthy sum in the process.  

Saturday 6 November 2010

Best Puppy Bitch, Best of Breed 

Sunday 7 November 2010

Best Puppy Bitch, Best of Breed 

4 & 5 September 2010 - We attended the NZKC Forrester Park Benefit 3 Ring Shows which were being held over this weekend, it was loads of fun and we enjoyed catching up with some wonderful old friends.  Flare showed like she has been doing it all her life and was a much admired wee girl.

Saturday 4th September 2010

Best Baby Puppy, Best of Breed (am Show) Best Baby Puppy, Best of Breed (pm) 

Sunday 5th September 2010

Best Baby Puppy, Best of Breed 

 

 

 

August 2010- It is with sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Rose Madsen of Valkrista Swedish Vallhunds.   Rose helped to found our kennel with her wonderful home bred girl,   NZ Champion & Multi Group Winner Valkrista Alatna.  Ash recently created a part of breed history in NZ with her Class In Group Win at National Show Level.  When I was finally able to phone Rose the smile in her voice that day said it all.

Rose you will be greatly missed and it is with sadness that we here at Vanaheim say farewell, safe journey, and God Speed.

Rose with Ausled Classic Cangaroo ( Imp Aust ).

Roo is our lovely girl Valkrista Alatna's mother.

 

31 July & 1st August 2010 -  I attended the Royal Canin Pet Expo held in Hamilton on behalf of the Swedish Vallhund Club of NZ.  We had a terrific team of volunteers made up from committee and Club members.  It was an exciting time introducing the public to Swedish Vallhunds as well as the Official Swedish Vallhund Club of New Zealand.  

 

 Setting Up for the Big Days.

The Volunteers and their Owners

Knee Deep,

The crowd cueuing to meet our Swedish Vallhund breed representives.

 

 

Meet our the latest addition to our family our stunning girl Vanaheim Strawberry Fields (Flare).  She is very gentle like her mum and loves her soft toys. Watch for her in the 2010/2011 season in the show ring !!

 

 

The Beatles Litter

2/5/2010 - Vanaheim Welcomes the Beatles Litter,

Sire: Vallarity Day Tripper, Dam: NZ Ch Valkrista Alatna

2 Dogs, 2 Bitches

 

 

March 2010 - Dog News Australia Swedish Vallhund Breed Feature Adverts.

Vanaheim is proud to join with many Swedish Vallhund kennels to show case the quality of the breed in Australasia.

 

 

Dunkleys Pet Expo 2009

1 & 2 August 2009 -  Vanaheim attended the Dunkleys Pet Expo held in Christchurch at Addington Raceway in late 2009.  We had a wonderful time introducing the public to Swedish Vallhunds and Kindle and Onyx lapped up the attention over the two days !!

 

 

Meet Vanaheim A Little Bit of Onyx (Onyx)  our lovely homebred boy from our first litter. Onyx was shown as a youngster before heading off to live with his new family in Christchurch, we look forward to hearing more of his adventures.

 

 

The Rune Stone Litter

7/4/2009 - Vanaheim Welcomes the Gemstone Litter

Sire: Paddy's Rune Stone, Dam: NZ Ch Valkrista Alatna

4 Dogs, 1 Bitch

 

Vanaheim is excited to welcome their first Swedish Vallhund litter into the world !!

 

 

October 2008 - Vanaheim Swedish Vallhunds welcomes Vallarity Day Tripper (Sparky) into our lives.  Sparky is our up and coming new stud boy here at Vanaheim, from limited outings early on he did very well in the show ring at All Breeds Shows.  Sparky is quality boy full of Vim and Vigor although he much prefers home life, long walk's and playing with his huge tennis ball !!

 

 

NZ Ch.Valkrista Alatna