New to the show ring at the age of 16 months, Charlie achieved his Conformation Champion title in just over 12 months, despite extended periods of time off pursuing other endeavours. His show achievements include: - BEST IN SHOW at Utility Dog Club of Victoria's Rare Breeds Show, 29th July 2018 - Eight BEST IN GROUP awards - BEST AUSTRALIAN BRED IN SHOW at Southwest Slopes All Breeds Kennel Club, 19th May 2018 - Five RUNNER UP BEST IN GROUP awards - Multiple CLASS IN GROUP awards (State Bred, Australian Bred & Open classes) - BEST OF BREED at Vic Women's Dog Club, Nov 2018 under BREED SPECIALIST, Mr Christopher Quantrill from the United Kingdom - BEST OF BREED at NSW Spring Fair 2017 under BREED SPECIALIST, vice president of the International Leonberger Union, Mr Per Andersen - Runner Up Best of Breed & Dog Challenge at the 2016 Royal Melbourne Show - Runner Up Best of Breed & Dog Challenge at the 2015 Royal Melbourne Show Charlie is a true water baby and loves nothing more than spending hours at water rescue training with the Newfoundland Club of Victoria. His busy schedule also includes obedience, pet expos, carting, tracking, lure coursing & nosework. He has achieved his Rally Novice title, and is halfway to his Junior Courser title in lure coursing. In 2018 he obtained his Tracking Dog title, and is one pass away from his Tracking Dog Excellent title. Charlie is a super sociable boy who hates missing out on the fun (he has been known to throw a tantrum if he's excluded!), and he has become well known in his local - and not so local - areas.