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THE TEAM

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RIP Dr Molly Weeks  !933-2014

Founder member and executive secretary of HDOC, breeder of top-class English Bull-terriers, international judge and author of five well-received breed books. Her patience, wisdom and practicality are sorely missed.

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Karen Whitchurch (pictured with Arlo (also left) the Hungarian wire-haired Vizsla, Eric, the granddog, and Bo, Arlo's little brother (right) takes the bookings, takes the photos and edits the website. She writes a regular monthly dog-column for the Hornsea community news, and has also published the first two novels of the Georgie Crane dog-whisperer trilogy (see the Georgie Crane page.)

A founder member of HDOC, Karen has loved dogs all her life, and trained her own (with varying degrees of success!)

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Lynda Downie

Who is BIPDT qualified, is HDOC's  instructor. Owning over 30 years' experience, from puppies to problem dogs, her classes are always fun, creative and informative. Border collies, the more challenging the better,  are her favoured breed. Pictured below with the late, great Charlie, and (on the right) the super-bright Anka.

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Elaine Wood

For many years HDOC's instructor,  Elaine, (who is BIPTD qualified, a canine behaviourist, professional groomer and German Shepherd expert) who has rescued and rehabilitated countless dogs in need, still visits on a regular basis, as well as taking classes in emergencies.  Pictured below, with past and present pack-members.

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Ann Dixon

Long-time helper and willing training assistant, Ann has a lifetime affinity with dogs. Whilst volunteering at Hull Animal Welfare Trust, she became a renowned 'foster-failer' who kept adopting the residents! Pictured below left with Meg; (centre) lovely Lance, who left too soon, and Buster, her greatest challenge! 

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 Jo Gateshill

Another lifelong dog-person, Jo, who has been a club member for many years, has recently gained her Level One dog-training qualification, with distinction, and is hoping to progress further in 2023. (Pictured below with the late Lupin, Snowy and Gertie, and on the right, introducing new boy Harris.)

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 Chris Corderoy

Chris, who also has a great affinity with dogs, is happy to help with any challenging candidate. She is also a talented artist and psychic animal-healer. Pictured below, and on the right, BFG Guiseley.

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