Introducing the New Rally Liaison Council

Adrian Dornford-Smith

Adrian has been passionate about Rally for over fifteen years. He believes Rally offers unique opportunities to strengthen the bond between handler and dog. Some of his most joyous moments are seeing his dog eagerly ready for the next challenge after completing a Rally sign. Adrian wants everyone with a dog to experience that feeling. As a member of the Rally Liaison Council, he is dedicated to making the Rally journey smooth, rewarding, and inclusive. He values open communication and encourages anyone interested to connect with him to discuss all things Rally.

Amy Jackson

Amy has been competing and judging in Rally since 2014 and currently competes at the highest level with her dog Duke, a Rally Warrant holder. She is Scotland’s only Accredited Judges Trainer for Rally. Since 2017, she has represented Scotland on the Crufts Inter-Regional Rally Team with dogs Jess and Duke, earning multiple placings. In 2024, she became the Scottish Team Manager, supporting fellow competitors. Amy has also judged Agility since 2021 and now begins new journeys in the ring with her younger dogs, Titch and Chip

Kathleen Daly

Kathleen discovered Rally in 2018 at her local dog club after trying various dog sports and quickly found her passion with her Border Collie, Robin. She has since instructed, judged, and competed up to Level 6 Excellent. A highlight was training with the South and South West Crufts Interregional Rally Team in 2022. Kathleen is now working through the levels with her two rescue Border Collies, Chip and Echo. She joined the Rally Working Party in 2023 and looks forward to representing the Rally community on the Liaison Council.

Rachel Bradley

Rachel has been involved in Rally since 2009 and served on the Rally Working Party from 2013. She looks forward to supporting the sport’s future on the Rally Liaison Council. Rachel owns two Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers and a Finnish Lapphund, and has qualified three dogs at Level 6, recently earning the RV-Excellent title with her 12-year-old. She judges to Level 6 and judged the Inter-Regional Rally at Crufts in 2018. An Accredited Trainer, she trains Rally judges and also judges and awards tickets for both of her breeds.

Sally Sanford

Sally recently completed a three-year term on the Rally Working Party and is pleased to join the Rally Liaison Council. A retired trainer and qualified behaviourist with 38 years’ experience, she has worked with many breeds, rescues, and deaf dogs. Active in Rally for over a decade with her Duck Tollers, three have earned Rally Warrants, and her youngest is progressing through the levels. As Working Secretary of the UK Duck Toller Club, she also created UK video Rally competitions to help those without local access engage with the sport and move into licensed shows.

Stuart Lindsey

Stuart began judging KC Rally in 2018 and remains an active judge, competitor, and trainer across all levels. He has been honoured to judge the KC Inter-Regional Finals at Crufts 2026 and served on the KC Rally Training Team at the Young Kennel Club Summer Camp in 2024 and 2025. Stuart is pleased to serve on the Rally Liaison Council and is passionate about driving the progression of Rally as a sport.

Tanya Butler

Tanya has been involved with Rally since around 2012, shortly after KC Rally was adopted by the Kennel Club. She completed judges training soon after and now judges all levels. Tanya runs a successful two-day Rally show in the South East with her daughter Rhia and judges nationwide. Since 2024, she has managed the South East & East Anglia Inter-Regional Rally Team. She also leads popular Rally classes and workshops across Kent and the wider region. Tanya lives with two retired Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and hopes to welcome a new puppy - possibly a CKCS or a cocker spaniel - next year.