Janice Pritchard.....

paullymm · Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2005 4:45 pm Post subject:

We have just bought a pup Charway Ballymuse (ooby) last weekend from Janice via her brother as she was in hospital.

I first met her about a month ago, when me and my son went to Charway to visit the litter and see their mum Charway Ballycora - Janice was in some pain during our visit, though I dont think she knew the cancer had returned. Even though she was in pain with what transpired to be a broken hip, she made sure all the dogs had what they needed, it was very clear she had deep affection for the animals in her care (even the cats!!)

I left somewhat humbled, how could we possibly look after one of this ladies dogs!

I emailed Janice late in October to keep her up to date with our preparations (just trying to assure her we were worthy owners I suppose) it was then she told us her cancer had returned - She only told us so we'd understand she might have been very tired when we visited to pick our puppy up, but made a point of saying that everything would be in order!

Unfortunately Janice was in Hospital when we picked her up, so we didn't get to see and thank her, though we did send a get well card with a pic of my 5 year old girl sat in the puppy crate trying it out for size!

Well ooby has had her first check-up at the vet, who said she was in fantastic condition, and looked beautiful - testiment to the love and care Janice gave to her dogs!

We all wish her all the luck in the world!!

JohnW · Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2005 5:38 pm Post subject:

I'm so sorry to hear this. Living at the other end of the country, I dont know her except by reputation and by her breeding, some of which has wondered down south. I only hope this can be brought under control again.

Regards, John

sue51 · Posted: Thu Nov 17, 2005 8:42 pm Post subject:

I don´t know her, but obviously know the reputation of her dogs. our thoughts are with her at this time.

Sue

matanu · Posted: Wed Dec 21, 2005 4:25 pm Post subject:

first of all I got to say that I am sorry that I post this so late. I just saw it now.

I am so sad to hear this, she had a great influenced on the breed with the amazing charway
Janice was one of the most influenced, and best breeders that ever been in the UK and in the world!
Her dogs were lovely, beautiful and kind and it is all thanks to Janice.
I never knew her personally but her dogs' influenced got even to my small country, Israel.

I wanted to know how is se doing at the moment?

kittie970 · Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2005 9:27 am Post subject:

just a very quick update on Janice it doesnt look like she will make it till xmas she has been given 2-3 days

it has happened so very quickly and it is so very very sad

our thoughts are with Janice and all her family including her extended family at this very hard time of the year Crying or Very sad

kayc · Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2005 9:32 am Post subject:

This is so sad...I hadn't heard from anyone, but did notice that there were no breed notes this week and I didnt like to ask.

My thoughts are with Janice and her family....

She will be sadly missed

Hersheys · Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2005 9:33 am Post subject:

Oh dear I am so sorry my thoughts and Prayers are with Janice and Her family.

matanu · Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2005 4:25 pm Post subject:

omg!! I want to cry Crying or Very sad

this is just to sad.

I am so sorry. my thoughts are with her and her family.

I am sorry that I haven't met her it is forsure my lost...

sue51 · Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2005 7:36 pm Post subject:

This is very sad, our thoughts are with Janice and her family at this difficult time

Sue

manxpat · Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2005 11:58 pm Post subject:

Sad Sad news, Charway and Janice Pritchard are formidable in the modern show labrador.

"To make a difference is to make a life's worth" Janice does this every day. A very brave lady indeed.