I am sad to announce that Sonia Owczarek has resigned from the BMTC committee for personal reasons, I would like to thank Sonia for all the work she has done as part of the team.
I am pleased to announce that Richard Earle has been co-opted onto the committee to help with the technical side of things along with Chantelle Swart, both will be eligible to stand as committee members at the next AGM in February 2025.
I am also pleased to announce that our new BMTC Welfare and Rehome Officers are Nigel Keates and Elaine House. Contact details available on the BMTC Web page www.british-manchester-terrier-club.co.uk
The BMTC would like to thank Bev O’Neill who following a number of years as BMTC Rehome and Welfare Officer has taken the decision to take some time out of the limelight and concentrate on new beginnings in beautiful rural Wales. The rehoming of dogs whether owners are members of the BMTC or not, is predominantly conducted on our British Manchester Terrier Rehome Facebook page which is open to all Manchester Terrier owners and prospective owners. The right home is achieved by trying to match the best possible persons with the personality, traits and requirements of the specific dog. On behalf of the BMTC we would like to thank all those who donate their valuable time and effort fundraising and raising awareness toward the welfare of our lovely breed without whom the BMTC would find rehoming and welfare support much more difficult. Rehoming & Welfare is just part of what your membership fee supports and something our club and it’s individual members should be truly proud of. The job of the Rehome Officer is to maintain the confidence of all parties who sometimes want to maintain anonymity from public glare as the decision to rehome is never an easy decision to make and the decision for doing so can be very personal. Our aim is to achieve the very best possible outcome for our dogs and for our rehomers to feel comfortable seeking assistance at the most difficult of times. During August 3 dogs were successfully rehomed. If you are aware of a dog or owner in need of assistance, please contact Either Elaine or Nigel who will provide confidential advice and assistance to anyone who’s Manchester needs help with rehoming or welfare issues.