Great Joint  2008

BEST IN SHOW

It was a great honour to be invited to judge BIS at the Dachshund show of the year, especially as this was my final judging engagement. I have now retired. There was a wonderful line-up of BOB winners, each one a very good example of their variety. BIS went to the Long-haired, Geeson's Ch Abydachs Oh What a Night. A super dog, I liked everything about him. A joy to go over, he went round the ring with head held high saying, 'I am the best,' and he was. Presented to perfection. RBIS was the Miniature Smooth-haired. Barber's Simply Red Ruby of Rivergate, who I am told was made up on the day. A beautifully balanced bitch, what a body on her. So very well constructed and a very sound mover. Well deserved her placing. BPIS was another Long-haired. Boyle's Zarcrest Gosh I'm Gorgeous, and she certainly is. This is a pup with a very bright future, who I am sure will go on to win many tickets. I will watch her career. RBPIS was the Wire-haired, Derry 's Abbeydac Parsley with Andlouis. He was so good to go over on the table, good head, super bone, a bit sloppy on the move but sound. A happy dog. BSVIS was the Smooth-haired, Jeffery's Rosenket What a Wizard at Andax. Looking great for his 10 years. BMVIS/BVIS was the Miniature Smooth-haired, Ergis' Ch Siouxline Angelina. 12 years of age and she moves like a youngster. I have given her several top awards in the past and have sung her praises. She is still a great bitch. May I wish you all good luck in the future.

Len Hammond