Congratulations to Phil Hall on getting BIS at The Bradford Championship. The bigger multi-species events can feel a bit soulless but it is nice to be amongst other small animal fanciers and not be regarded as something akin to weird exotic fruit in a supermarket.

On the other hand the small shows held up and down the country are all about camaraderie and community. Both are great in their own way.

Appreciation to all those who trundle to shows with their exhibits.