Claonaiglen Albyn at Cloweswood has been awarded champion status at Southern Counties Championship Show (30th May - 1st June 2008) under Judge Dr. M.G.M Mckinnon. Congratulations to Claonaiglen Deerhounds (Sally Parsons and Alan McKinnon), owner Mrs Sue Hird and handler Mr John Francis.

There was more success for Claonaiglen Deerhounds as Claonaiglen Orrin gained her 5th CC at WELKS (25th - 27th April 2008) under Judge Mr Keith Pursglove.

Championship status is subject to Kennel Club confirmation.