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Smile! You are in Spain!

Discussion in 'Dog Discussion' started by CanineAthletes, Dec 3, 2017.

  1. CanineAthletes

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    As I return from my judging assignment in Valencia, Spain I can’t help but think about the many friendships the American Pit Bull Terrier has bestowed upon me. It’s amazing to see how the dogs bring so many different people together. People across the world that share the same passion. Two people I am thrilled to call my friends are Sara & Victor from Cane Victrix Kennel. I first met them at the ADBA Italia show in 2015. They are serious, passionate and dedicated. Like many clubs in the United States, ADBA Espana is comprised of a small, but powerful team. What they were able to accomplish with such a small group was really a thing of beauty. I applaud their hard work, determination and service to the ADBA.

    Upon arriving at Valencia airport, I was greeted by Sara the club President of ADBA Espana. She drove me to the show site which was located in Xeresa, Spain. It was a large park with a nice sized show ring and a huge enclosed basketball court which held the weight pull track and wall climb wall. Victor was already there working hard unloading trucks. We were all hungry so we headed into town for some traditional Spanish food. One thing is for sure, they know how to eat in Spain! We started with salad and patatas bravas. Patatas bravas are crispy fried potatoes served with spicy tomato sauce and alioli. Very tasty. Next we had Spanish style Oxtails which I enjoyed very much. By now I was getting pretty full as Victor and I had drank a couple beers as well. Before I know it the server was delivering a large skillet of Black Squid Ink Paella with seafood. For me it may as well have been Black Gold! It smelled amazing and I couldn’t wait to dig in! It tasted even better than it looked. After I finished a few plates of Paella they brought me a plate of three deserts… and I ate them all! After all that food I was ready for a nap as the jet lag was catching up to me. Before we left, Victor and I had a couple shots of Cazalla. Cazalla is a typical after dinner drink in Spain. It tastes similar to the anise flavor of Sambuca at first with a harsher finish. I liked it and throughout my stay in Spain I would drink it many times. After my nap, they picked me up and we did it all over again for dinner!
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    The show itself ran very smooth and I found the competition to be stiff. They had about (130) dogs and a nice Champion Class. It’s nice to see the Champion class growing every time I visit Europe. It won’t be long before Europe has it’s first Split Champion class. In 2015 there were only two or three champions in all of Europe. Now there is over ten and more very close.

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    On Monday Sara and Victor took Terence Truman and myself for a quick tour of Valencia. I did not realize how much history the city of Valencia has. It was very beautiful. After a short break for a beer and some tapas we went to meet everyone for lunch at the Marina Beach Club. This is the best restaurant in Valencia. The view and the food were to die for. We had two huge tables filled with APBT enthusiasts from all over Europe. It was a really enjoyable time and one I won’t soon forget. That evening I spent some time catching up with friends before they made their journey home. I was then picked up by my good friend Vincenzo Maglione and we went to his restaurant for pizza and good conversations.


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    Valencia is a beautiful city full of culture, amazing food and kind people. They work hard but they also make time for the important things in life. I only wish I had more time to explore the country. Sara, Victor, Guillermo and the rest of the team treated judge Terrence Truman and myself like kings. First class all the way!

    It was a real pleasure finally meeting Terence Truman from England and Radek Krystof from the Czech Republic. Thank you my friends for the warm welcome and for your contributions to keeping the APBT true. I very much enjoyed our discussions. For me, they were priceless.

    To all my friends (too many to name) from Italy, Germany, Poland, Greece, The Netherlands and France thank you very much for supporting the club. You traveled many, many hours and the club and myself appreciate it immensely. Lastly, much respect to all of the Spanish dog men and women who came to compete. It was clear to me that Spain is full of high quality dogs. I was very impressed.

    Europe is the future of the ADBA. It warms my heart to be blessed to witness your growth on a first-hand basis. I look forward to seeing all of you again next year. Until then, we shall stay in touch on Facebook and WhatsApp! Salute!

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  2. Jstaff

    Jstaff Big Dog

    Shame the ADBA doesn't come to England could do with something like this for the staffords.
     
  3. mccoypitbulls

    mccoypitbulls Underdog

    Send them some money and then they may.
    May being the key word. Maybe it has to do with bsl also. Have they been to court to fight for the dogs there like they do here?
    I dont mean to bring up any sore subjects..
    But the focus seems to brag on food that was had and "friends" ..from all over the world.
    To start a club...and get a show off costs near 3000 usd..from local cost..
    That does not guarantee a turnout..
    Advertisements....renting lots to have the show..that allow these dogs...insurance....
    List goes on...

    They have guide lines to setting up a club and the and the costs of the judge..and the awards..and such. Money money money
    And even going to a show does not guarantee any points..awards...or winning..


    The shame is..that their could not be more note made, as to the selection of dogs, bloodline /influences, and which seem to "dominate". Their shows...
    Maybe there is a relevant connection and or purpose to that..but Id rather read it than a menu from a country I will likely never travel to.....do to....yes...money...lmfao...
    If it aint broke....dont fix it

    Sounds like they eat good ..thats for sure..

    And if anyone from Spain's show is on board...please share some more pictures of the dogs.....☝



     
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  4. Jstaff

    Jstaff Big Dog

    Yeh lots go to court, it's a pain in the ass though, they put the dog through certain test then if it passes they exempt the dog and it has to be neutered and tattooed and be kept on a leash and muzzled when in public, and that's if you win the court case lol!! More hassle than it's worth
     
  5. Eastsea

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  7. Eastsea

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    And waaaaay more @ Morad le Thai on facebook.
    It was a really good show. Especially the weightpull.
     
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  8. mccoypitbulls

    mccoypitbulls Underdog

    Awesome pics. Some fine looking dogs there. Thank you for sharing them.
     
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  9. pitbulld0gs

    pitbulld0gs Top Dog Staff Member

    That one dog looks like Matty. A couple fine specimens there!
     
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  10. ETRaven

    ETRaven Big Dog

    OMG! Gorgeous! I love that chocolate bitch! Wow! All beautiful. Threads like these make me want the real deal so badly. All in due time though, I'm thinking in like 5-10 years, I'd be ready.
     
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  11. Eastsea

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    It is Matty, and also on one of the pictures his daughter or son i think.
     
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  12. pitbulld0gs

    pitbulld0gs Top Dog Staff Member

    I thought it was.
     

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