About NOELAC

The North of England Lhasa Apso Club

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Founded to celebrate and protect one of the world’s most ancient and cherished breeds, the North of England Lhasa Apso Club (NOELAC) is a community of enthusiasts, breeders, and owners dedicated to the welfare of the Lhasa Apso.

Affiliated with the Royal Kennel Club (UK), our mission is to ensure that the unique character, health, and “fit for function” standards of the breed are maintained for future generations.

Our Mission

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• Education: Providing new and experienced owners with expert advice on grooming, health, and temperament.
• Ethics: Ensuring all club breeders adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and responsible breeding practices.
• Events: Hosting Championship and Open shows that bring the Lhasa Apso community together.
• Health: Monitoring breed-specific health trends and supporting veterinary research to improve the longevity of our dogs.

Meet the Committee

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Our club is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who share a lifelong passion for the breed.

IDA WATTS

Grand Sentinel

(Official Role: President)

Mission: The ultimate guardian of the breed's legacy.

GRACE COLLEY

Pack Leader

(Official Role: Chairperson)

Mission: Keeping the hounds in check & ruling the monastery.

CHRIS LAWSON

Chief Howler

(Official Role: Secretary)

Mission: Ensures every message and bark is heard.

GLYN LAWSON

The Bone Collector

(Official Role: Treasurer)

Mission: Managing the "stash" to ensure a prosperous future.

THE OUTPOST SENTINELS

Ankit Mittal

Signal Sentinel

(Digital & Special Projects)

Mission: Ensuring the pack's bark is heard clearly across the digital hills.

Dianne

Bounty Hunter

(Partnership & Outreach)

Mission: Sourcing the finest sponsorship and spoils to support the club's events.

Lisa Edwards

The Echo Scout

(Media & Communications)

Mission: Catching the pack's barl and making sure it echoes across every valley and digital peak.

Su Mittal

Stash Steward

(Financial Administration)

Mission: Maintaining a tidy ledger to ensure there are always enough treats for the pack.

Janice McIntyre

The Wisdom Keeper

(Breed Awareness Liaison)

Mission: Guarding the ancient truths of the breed and ensuring no one mistakes a "Bark Lion" for a common rug.

THE WATCHDOGS

Mission: The eyes and ears of the club, always looking out for the breed.

EILEEN HOLGATE

KEN WATTS

RICHARD FERGUSON