I wish to pass on my sincere thanks to the very hard-working officers and committee working in very trying circumstances. Holding back to back shows takes planning and when you are at the mercy of the bigger show many issues are beyond control. I congratulate you on running this happy show. Thanks to my brilliant steward running between rings, and exhibitors for their patience and remaining jolly throughout.

I have been away from the rings for a couple of years so had a fresh pair of eyes not knowing the latest fashion.

All were clean and well-presented aside from a few dirty teeth which really is avoidable. Temperaments were excellent, taking into consideration the weather which affected some younger ones making them a little edgy on the table, I can totally forgive a good dog having a bad day.
My biggest concern was shoulder placement and loose elbows. Hindquarters however have improved.

Veteran Dog (1 Entry)
1st: CONNEW Fennellafleur Zorro

Coat distracted a little from an otherwise sound well put together chap. Good head, shoulders, ribbing and quarters. Shorter coupled than some but covered the ground well.

Minor Puppy Dog (2 Entries) Abs: 0 
1st: OXLEY Lokmadi Rio Bravo at Dinkidax

Correctly constructed youngster, Well-proportioned head correct length of muzzle, good shoulders, excellent front assembly, held firm top and underline, nice angulation at rear, moved steadily holding his shape at all times. promising baby. BPD

2nd: BRACE Xemxija Ice Warrior

Well-made Puppy, excellent pigmentation, good bone, plenty of ribbing and good rear angulation. Needs to grow into his head a little and gain confidence.

Was unsettled by the wind but did settle much better in the second class and was very worthy of his placings

Puppy Dog (2 Entries) Abs: 0 
1st: BRACE Xemxija Ice Warrior

Junior Dog (6 Entries) Abs: 1
1st:  HUTTON Natali Victory Asmik to Dachalune (Imp Rus)

Taller type excellent head and colouring, strong topline, neat underline, good upper arm giving nice forward reach. Kept good outline and Plenty of rear drive, covered the ground with ease.
2nd: BREESE Silkdown Samson 

Cobbier than one, lower to ground, a little loose in front,ok for ribbing and good hind angulation. kept his outline in profile and movement.

3rd: IRVINE Bronia the Dutchman 

Post Graduate Dog (4 Entries) Abs: 2

1st: WOOD Wildstar Wreward 

This little black and tan blew me away. Gleaming condition,So confident, truly a dachshund in miniature, excellent head and eye, reachy neck, correct shoulder placement, nice tight elbows, sweeping underline, ample ribbing, strong topline. Not exaggerated in any area. He is arrogant and showy driving around the ring. I hope he reaches the top soon as he will truly be a great asset to the breed. Delighted to award him the CC and BOB, one I would be proud to own.

2nd: HALL Cliffmere Patrick Sway Zee  

Unlucky to meet winner on such good form. Masculine conical head, expression and dark eye. Good reach of neck, correct front assembly and shoulders, good spring of rib and depth of keel. Moved out and back with good front extension and rear drive whilst keeping a firm top line.

Limit Dog (9 Entries) Abs: 3
1st: LATHAM-JACKSON Dolyharp Purcell Of Urishay 

Correct conical head and darkest of eyes, strong neck into a correct front assembly and well laid shoulders. Good ribbing, depth of keel and width throughout, strong topline. Well angulated rear which he used to advantage on the move.

2nd: BREESE Silkdown Phoenix Rising

This boy needs going over to appreciate.

Well-shaped conical head with correct eyes. Good ribcage and correct angulation. Moved well.
3rd: SHUTT Stargazer of Donnadoon

Open Dog (8 Entries) Abs: 1 

1st: WOOD Ch Wildstar Wrobinson JW 

Top quality male who has already made a name for himself. Such a show man, quality throughout. Loved his head and expression, correct front assembly, firm topline, excellent ribbing and hindquarters. Very hard to fault. I like his size which will prove a bonus with some of the girls on the circuit. I really had to deliberate hard between him and his kennel mate as they are both top drawer, I just went with my own personal preference on the day. RCC to a worthy champion.

2nd: WAY Sudasam Livin the Dream

Another top quality male, very masculine, loved his head and expression, correct front, ribbing, neat underline. Correct ground clearance, strong hind quarters which he really drives off with. Keeps good shape from all angles. Close up to the winner.
3rd: SHUTT Dragonsteeth Cream Cracker at Donnadoon

Veteran Bitch (4 Entries) Abs: 0
1st: GREEN Eldmour Electra

11 yrs old, Pretty head & expression with good shoulders, nice length of ribbing & very firm topline, super bone & feet. She covers the ground with style with a good outline & was in beautiful condition. BV

2nd: KERSLAKE Devonwood Lady Alexandra

Another who has kept a good firm outline and in good condition. Still holding strong topline and moving with ease.

3rd: DRADY Jumanda's Silver Sparkle at Indiko

Minor Puppy Bitch (4 Entries) Abs: 1 

1st: BRACE Xemxija Ice Sundae

Well coated baby, good head & expression with a good length of neck & well placed shoulders, well ribbed & a good topline nice hindquarters & good bone nice feet very free mover keeping her outline.

2nd: OXLEY Dinkidax Lily Grace

More immature than one, has plenty of time to fill out, she has a good frame, plenty of bone, good angulation. Still a little loose on the move, but has plenty of time.
3rd: SHUTT Donnadoon Starlight 

Puppy Bitch (6 Entries) Abs: 0
1st: LOCKETT WALTERS & WALTERS Ralines Honeycrisp

Stunning girl with the most beautiful head, lovely to handle on the table, long crested neck, beautiful front with tight feet, excellent top & underline, well-shaped quarters, beautifully presented coat just shone, she looked good from all angles, moved sound round the big ring & was pleased to award her BPIB, close up in the challenge.

2nd: BRACE Xemxija Ice Sundae
3rd: SHUTT Donnadoon Moondust

Junior Bitch (5 Entries) Abs: 1

Not a big class but all quality here.
1st: GEESON Abydachs Avada Kedavra

Chocolate bitch who simply owned the ring. Looks a picture stacked, lovely flowing lines, correct head, good length of neck, best of shoulders and front assembly. Firm topline, neat underline, ample ribbing and excels in hind quarters. Moves with ease, drives out covering the ground so well. A joy to go over. Delighted to award her second CC, lost out to the boy for BOB simply on furnishings, when she is finished will be hard to beat.
2nd: MITCHELL Bronia Rouge One

Smaller and more compact than winner. Another of good quality and make. Well balanced, nicely angulated throughout, moves out well and retains her outline. I am sure her title will arrive soon, again one to watch as she matures.
3rd: WHITFIELD-ROBERTS Dandydayo I am Moana

Post Graduate Bitch (6 Entries) Abs: 3 

1st: WAY Sudasam Dream Image

liked this girl a lot on the table, she has a stunning outline & is lovely to handle, her head is pleasing, correctly shaped eye jet black & she looks well at you. Good strong neck into excellent shoulders, level topline & good quarters, comes into her own on the move keeping her good outline; Promising.

2nd: MORTLOCK Metadale Anastasia at Hertsmerry

Very pleasing bitch of quality, liked her head & expression, lengthy neck, good shoulders, nice tight feet, good topline & quarters, sound & true on the move, well presented with excellent temperament.

3rd: COHEN Lilac Blossom for Hutzpah 

Limit Bitch (6 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: BROOKS Lyndarlea Vienna 

Very elegant girl with flowing lines. Correct head and expression, good in shoulder and front assembly. Nice tight elbows, lovely ribbing and underlines, well-shaped hind quarters which she really puts to use on the move. Flows around the ring with purpose and elegance. I am told she has recently been crowned, very worthy. Happy to award her RCC today.