East of England Championship Show 2013

Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired)

D(3) 1 Ergis' Siouxline Levi. Red, 15 mths, of undoubted quality overall and presenting a superb outline, both standing and moving. He has superb head and skull properties, beautifully modelled and with strong foreface, dark keen eye, excellent reach of neck, very good front and keel, pleasing topline held on the move, very well angulated, good clearance, good bone and feet, masculinity and workmanlike qualities without any coarseness, took command of the ring when moving, in harmony with handler. 2 Hunt's Carpaccio Red Adair. Another of great quality and a close decision. Loved his beautiful head and darkest, expressive eyes, excellent reach of neck into well laid shoulders, good front and forechest, scores in ribbing, clearance of underline and topline which he held on the move. Stands on good bone and feet, mature for his age and presents an excellent overall picture from all angles, excellent, powerful mover. 3 Shutt's Shantallah All Spiced Up For Donnadoon. Completing a very pleasing trio of quality hounds.

PGD(1) 1 Punter's Welcumen Guinness. Res BD. Elegant yet masculine b/tan of 20 mths, scoring in superb balance overall and looking a picture from all angles, loved his beautifully moulded head of desired proportions, strong muzzle and darkest eyes, good reach of neck, pleasing shoulders, strong topline, good forechest, breastbone and underline, very well angulated, excellent ribbing and well rounded rump, stands on excellent bone and feet and could do a days work easily, moved out very well, in harmony with handler. Pleased to award him Res BD.

LD(3) 1 Startup's Barisse A Touch Of Magic. Mature b/tan of super type, presenting a really pleasing outline, both standing and moving and is well constructed overall, elegant head of good proportions, darkest almond shaped eye, super reach of neck and well placed shoulders, pleasing length and depth of ribbing with sternum well back, strong loin and well angulated, muscular quarters, moved out well. 2 Shutt's Donnadoon Le Mousquetaire. Attractive b/tan out of a smaller mould but also with greed qualities and characteristics to admire, nicely balanced all through, liked his head, eye and expression, well placed shoulders, desired spring of rib, good topline and underline, pleasing angulation fore and aft and well developed muscular quarters and rounded rump, moved out with drive. 3 Phillips' Jentiki Red Chilli Pepper Of Robinswood. Red of pleasing proportions, with pleasing head, eye and expression, nicely constructed overall and completing a pleasing trio.

OD(3) Lovely class. 1 Ergis' Siouxline Zebedee JW. BD and BOB. Fabulous b/t of undoubted quality overall with fantastic type and great ring presence, masculine yet elegant head and darkest eyes, correct bite and strong teeth, superb reach of neck running into textbook shoulders, superb front and prominent breastbone, good bone and tight feet, excellent depth and length of ribs, carried well back, strong loin and level topline, really excels on the move. A joy to watch as he commands the ring with power and style. 2 Kent's Lokmadi Ocean's Eleven JW. Another of great quality who must have a bright future. This shaded red hound will please many with his attributes. Scores in head and skull properties, darkest keen eye and elegant neck, well placed shoulders and pleasing breast bone prominence. Excellent length and depth of ribbing, effortless and powerful mover, holding topline and looking fabulous from all angles. 3 Muggleton's Mosiarto Mister Motivator. Completing a trio of super quality hounds. Liked his head shape, neck and front assembly, but would prefer a bit longer ribbing. In excellent condition.

JB(5) 1 Kent's Lokmadi Paper Tiger. Absolutely stunning b/tan of excellent type, confident showgirl, eyecatching on the move and well handled to show her many attributes to advantage, excellent, well modelled head and feminine outlook from darkest eyes. Graceful, long neck running into superb front construction, prominent breast bone, superb length of ribbing giving correct underline and topline, neat, well rounded rump and muscular quarters. Shall follow her progress. 2 Muggleton's Minimead Maid De Lite Full For Mosiarto. BP. Charming and delightful puppy, just 6 mths, whose confident performance impressed me greatly, pretty head, darkest eye, feminine outlook overall, pleasing body proportions, nice bone and ribbing and moved true coming and going. A little proud of her tail!. 3 Phillips' Minimead Maid For Mischief At Daxphilly. Another youngster with much to like, just lacking maturity at this stage.

PGB(2, 1) 1 Griffiths' Stargang Lady Catelyn. Standing alone but worthy of her place. This attractive b/tan has much to like, lovely type and pleasing in outline overall, well proportioned head, feminine outlook, pleasing reach of neck leading smoothly into well placed shoulders, prominent breastbone and good legs and feet, strong loin and well ribbed up, nicely angulated rear, moved out well and looked good from all angles.

LB(3, 1) 1 Kent's Lokmadi Hidden Dragon. Res BB. Elegant red with much to admire and of lovely type, admired her nicely modelled head of pleasing proportions, good reach of neck, prominent breastbone and well placed shoulders, pleasing length and spring of rib, used her muscular quarters to really drive round the ring. 2 Phillips' Mosiarto Top Totty At Daxphilly. Mature red whose strong point is her excellent movement, in which she displays plenty of drive, in profile, and is true coming and going, liked her head, eye and feminine outlook, but would prefer a shade more length to neck and more ground clearance, good angulation both front and rear and strong legs and tight feet, well presented in super coat condition. Pleased to award her Res BB.

OB(2) 1 and BB, Ergis' Siouxline Aurora JW. Exquisite red of super type and of great quality overall. One from the top drawer who I loved in all departments. She is a sound, elegant and enthusiastic well schooled showgirl with a classic head of correct proportions and dark eye, feminine outlook, yet able to function, superb front and rear construction, good pro sternum, tight in elbow and well ribbed up, beautiful bitch who is a great ambassador for the breed. 2 Kent's Lokmadi Crouching Tiger. I see she is litter sister to limit winner and many similar comments apply, as she also has many desired attributes, lovely balanced head, good dark eye with feminine outlook, nicely moulded foreface, good reach of neck, well laid shoulders and pleasing topline and croup, excellent bone and feet, true and positive on the move.

Mrs Pamela Mottershaw