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<\/a><\/p>\nAsher made his debut in the Dog Obedience Championship on Saturday 7th March. His owner, Carolyn, was thrilled to be placed 4th with him.<\/p>\n
Eva was first to work her obedience test the following day and was also placed 4th.<\/p>\n
Both dogs came home with Crufts rosettes and glass trophies.<\/p>\n
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