Win for Manx competitor at 'world's greatest dog show'

Ella and owner Janine win agility competition prize

There was Manx representation at the world's largest dog show this year as three dogs - and their owners - competed at Crufts earlier this month.

Janine Coleman's dog Ella won The Kennel Club Intermediate Novice ABC (Anything But Collies) Agility competition, after battling it out against seven other finalists.

The competition attracts over 18,000 competitors, alongside hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, and is broadcast to an international television audience.

Janine told Manx Radio the scale of the show quickly became apparent:

Janine wasn't the only Manxie representing the Island at Crufts - Sammy Glaister took part in the International Invitation with her dog Kipper, whilst Neil Leckenby competed in a section for rescues with his dog Lacey.