Bath 2022 Wire Haired Dachshund

would like to thank the society for inviting me to judge, I was honoured to accept. Thank you to all exhibitors for a wonderful entry and allowing me to assess some beautiful examples of this variety of Dachshund and finally, to my two lovely stewards who kept the ring running smoothly and efficiently. I found all temperaments to be good, there were no nervous or aggressive exhibits, and all appeared healthy and in good physical condition (although a few appeared to be in too good condition!). All had correct scissor bites, and a few appearing to have a level bite. All had mainly good wire coats, some were harsher than others, but there were no soft and fluffy ones. The majority of exhibit`s coats were well presented, but there were a few that would benefit from some attention after all it is a show. My top winners were beautiful examples of the breed and what I hope and look for when judging dachshunds, and in some classes, I was spoilt for choice and splitting hairs when it came to deciding on places and have no doubt that these will change places in the future.

MPD (2) 1 Adams, Ellsophia Fly Me To The Moon: - 7mth old wild boar who is fairly well balanced and proportioned in outline at this stage. He has a correct, conical shaped head, a kind and dark almond eye and a good reach of neck. His front quarters are fairly well constructed and angulated with a prominent pro- sternum and oval fore chest, good width through keel and a good lay back of shoulder. His ribs are nicely sprung and are carried well back to a short loin. His hind quarters are broad and are fairly well developed with a good bend of stifle and good depth and width of thigh. He stands on good bone and feet and moved around the ring with confidence, showing plenty of drive and maintaining his top line. He is a promising youngster with lots to like about him and has time to continue maturing and strengthen. 2 Vines, Cishelvine Corrilanus:- Another promising youngster, 6mth old red minor puppy who was at his first show. Not as mature as 1st which is not unusual at this age, He is a nice make and shape though, and is fairly well constructed and balanced in out line. Similar comments apply here as to 1st., and he moved steadily and soundly around the ring, not quite as confident as 1st, but he was sympathetically handled and kept moving forward to complete the task and to ensure that his first experience in the show ring was a happy and positive one. A promising baby puppy who has lots to like about him and has time to mature and strengthen into his frame

PD (1)1 Bubb`s, Wyeknot Looks Like Trouble: - 11mth dark wild boar colour is a nice make and shape and balanced in outline and has good breed type. He has a “houndy” head that is correct in shape and proportions and a dark almond shaped eye. He has a good length of neck, a prominent oval fore chest, shoulder is nicely laid back to a good spring and length of rib, would prefer a shorter loin, his hind quarters are fairly well developed and have a good turn of stifle and hammy thighs. He has good bone and neat feet which he used to move confidently around the ring showing reach and drive maintaining his top line, elbows in and was true out and back. He is a lovely puppy with lots to like about, he has a strong wire coat that was beautifully presented and has time to continue to mature and strengthen. B.P.D.

JD (3)1 Adams, Sonham Paddington J.W: - 18mth dark wild boar colour is a lovely make and shape and is fairly well balanced in out line. He has a conical head, a dark almond shaped eye and strong neck. His fore quarters are well constructed with a good lay back of shoulder and spring and length of rib which is carried well back to a short and strong loin. His hind quarters have good angulation, are broad and well developed with lovely hammy thighs that have width and depth to them and a good bend of stifle. He has good bone and feet, correct wire coat and he moved out confidently around the ring with a free and easy stride, holding his top line. 2 Vines, Cishelvine Quintillion: - 13mth young male, dark wild boar in colour with lots to like about him. Similar comments apply throughout regarding construction and angulation, and he moved out confidently around the ring, elbows in, holding his top line and was true moving out and back. He stands on good bone with neat feet and has a lovely harsh wire coat that was beautifully presented. Very close to split these two, but on the day preferred the shorter length of loin of the 1st. 3 Eldreds, Derdledash Naughty Neptune.

YD (6,2) 1st Lerego, Teckelgarth Pike Milligan: - Loved this quality, dark wild boar youngster as soon as he came into the ring, and I was not disappointed. He is a lovely make and shape, is balanced throughout and has plenty of breed type. He has a strong, masculine, conical and well-proportioned head, with a dark almond shaped eye and strong jaw. He has a good arch and reach of neck, a prominent well filled oval fore chest that has good width through and length of keel. His shoulder is nicely laid back with a good spring and length of rib that is carried well back to a short and strong loin and his underline balances with his top-line. His hind quarters are broad and well developed with good angulation and bend of stifle, and well-developed hammy thighs that have plenty of width and depth. He stands on good bone with neat feet and used all these attributes to move around the ring with a free and easy stride elbows in, showing plenty of reach and drive, maintaining his top-line and was true and parallel out and back. He is a lovely young hound with a super temperament, still has some maturing to do and was beautifully presented with a lovely harsh wire coat. 2 Wills, Kasalane Ostiriato Sea Over Cishelvine Naf :- 18mth red dog who is a nice make and shape and is fairly well balanced. He has a correct conical and correctly proportioned head, dark almond eye and a lovely soft expression. He has well-constructed and angulated fore quarters with a prominent and well filled oval fore chest and width through keel. His shoulder is well laid back with a good spring and an O.K. length of rib and a short loin. His hind quarters are angulated and are broad and well developed with a good bend of stifle and a hammy, well-developed thigh. He stands on good bone and feet and moved positively around the ring with a free and easy stride, elbows neatly in by his side and holding his top-line. He has a reasonably harsh red wire coat, and though the red coat can sometimes be “tricky” it was well presented. He is an honest young hound and has lots to like about him. 3 Sanders, Just Lennys Choc Chip By Knottsrose

PGD (4) 1 Effer, Greyhayne Hector :- Mature male, dark wild boar in colour, is nicely made and fairly well balanced throughout. He has a strong, houndy conical head, a dark almond eye and a good reach and length of neck. He has a prominent, well filled oval fore chest, a good lay back of shoulder, spring and length of rib and a short loin. His hind quarters are well developed with a good bend of stifle, and he has good bone and a harsh wire coat that was well presented. He moved positively around the ring with a free and easy stride, maintaining his top-line and was parallel out and back. 2 Langridge, Calicoe Thank God It`s Friday: - Mature red coated male who has many similar comments as 1st but preferred the overall make and shape and more balanced outline of the 1st. 3 Hornes`, Salixian Moroccan Mint.

LD (10,1) 1 Hutchings, Collidach Brook Ling: - Slightly heavier built throughout, but he is well-balanced and has good breed type. He is a dark, wild boar colour has a masculine and houndy conical head, strong jaw and a kind, dark almond shaped eye. He has a good reach of neck, a prominent and well-developed oval for chest and well sprung ribs that are carried back to a short and strong loin. His hind quarters are broad and well developed with good angulation and turn of stifle and a lovely broad and well-developed “hammy” thigh. He stands on good bone and feet and moved with a free and easy stride around the ring showing plenty of reach and drive, elbows in maintaining his top-line and was true and parallel out and back. He has a good wire coat and was presented in lovely fit and hard condition. 2 Seath`s, Sunsong Fire Opal: - Another nice example of this variety, with lots to like about him. He has a good make and shape, breed type and is nicely balanced in profile He has a correct conical head and a dark almond shaped eye which is set onto a nicely arched, length of neck. His front and hind quarters are well constructed, and angulated, and same comments apply as 1st. He has good bone and feet and moved around the ring with a free and easy stride elbows in and holding his top-line and was true out and back. He has a good wire coat, and he was presented in lovely fit condition He is a lovely honest dog, nothing exaggerated or overdone, but today preferred the movement of 1st. 3 McCalmont, Silvae Timekeeper.

OD (5,1) 1st Carruthers, Ch Alkton Alexander At Stanegate: - A quality mature male who really fills the eye, built on classic lines, is beautifully balanced in profile and has super breed type. He is a dark wild boar colour, has a masculine, houndy head which is correct in shape and proportions and a kind, dark almond shaped eye. His front and hind quarters are beautifully constructed and angulated, he has a good arch and length of neck, a prominent and well filled oval fore chest, that has good width through and length of keel. His shoulders are well laid back, he has a good length and spring of rib, a short and strong loin and his under-line balances with his top line. His hind quarters are broad and well developed with good angulation and bend of stifle and super “hammy” thighs that have width and depth. He stands on good bone and feet and used all of these qualities to move effortlessly around the ring, elbows neatly in by his side, showing plenty of reach and drive, maintaining his top line and was true and parallel out and back. He has harsh wire coat that was beautifully presented and was in lovely fit and hard condition. He is a beautiful example of this lovely variety, he has a super temperament, and I loved his true and powerful movement. and the overall picture of balance throughout. He “is all of a piece”, nothing is overdone or exaggerated everything fits as if it was meant to be together to create a lovely balanced picture. He was my “find of the day” and it was my pleasure to award him the D.C.C and B.O.B. Congratulations! 2 McCalmont’s, Ch Silvae Trader:- Another quality, mature male who is straight out of the top draw who is built on classic lines, has super breed type and is beautifully constructed and balanced throughout and same comments apply as 1st. He has a lighter, wild boar colour coat that has a harsh wire texture which was beautifully presented as is usual from this kennel and he was in fit, hard condition. R.D.C.C. 3 Phillips, Ch Royal Pepper`s Vice Versa (Imp Fin).

VB (1) 1st Howletts, Boloriua Arabella:- Eight and a half year old lighter wild boar colour bitch who is a lovely make and shape, has a balanced out line and good breed type. She has a correct head and eye shape, good reach of neck, a well-developed oval fore chest and a good lay back of shoulder. She has a good spring and length of rib, a short and strong loin, broad and well-developed hind quarters, with a good turn of stifle and lovely “hammy thighs” that have width and depth. She moved out around the show ring with a free and easy stride, elbows neatly in by her side holding her top line and was true and parallel out and back. She has good bone and neat feet was in fit condition and has a correct wire coat that was beautifully presented. B.V

MPB (1)1 Beagrie, Ellesophia Light The Way To Feldhund :- 7mth wild boar baby puppy, on her own, but this did not appear to phase her, is a nice make and shape and is fairly well balanced. She has a conical head, a dark almond shaped eye and a soft feminine expression. She has a good length of neck, prominent oval fore chest, good width through keel a lovely lay back of shoulder, with a good spring and length of rib and a short loin. Her hind quarters are fairly well constructed and angulated, and she moved around the ring confidently, elbows neatly by her side and was sound out and back. She has good bone; her coat is o.k and it was well presented. A promising minor puppy with lots to like at this stage and she has time to mature and strengthen into her frame.

PD (5,1) 1 Coverley, Aventine Aunt Patience; - 10mth quality youngster, is a lighter wild boar colour puppy, and has a good wire coat. She is quite mature for her age, is a lovely make and shape, is nicely balanced throughout, and has good breed type. She has a feminine, “houndy” conical head, a dark almond eye and a strong jaw which is set on a good reach of neck that flows through to a prominent and well filled oval fore chest and good width through keel. Her shoulders are well laid back, she has a good length and spring of rib that is carried well back to a short and strong loin. Her hind quarters have good angulation, are broad and well developed with a good bend of stifle and super “hammy” thighs that have width and depth. She has good bone and feet and used all of these qualities to move confidently around the show ring, with reach and drive holding her top line elbows neatly in and was true and parallel out and back. She is nicely constructed and is well balanced and would be an asset to any kennel. Pleased to award her B.P.B and B.P.I.B 2 Cove-Print, Ambiesque Avidity Avec Colourbox Another quality puppy, 11mths and a lighter wild boar colour, with a good wire coat. She`s not quite as mature as 1st at this stage, but there is still a lot to like about her. Similar comments apply here as 1st regarding construction and movement, but on the day, I preferred the maturity, balance and more togetherness of 1st. 3 Paterson and Paterson, Ambiesque Ava.

JB (5) 1 Phillips, Tendrow Makes The Right Turn:- 14mth feminine youngster, has a nice make and shape a balanced out line and good breed type. Her coat is wild boar in colour, has a good wire texture and was well presented. She has a conical, well-proportioned head, a dark almond shaped eye and a good reach of neck. Her front and hind quarters are well constructed and angulated, she has a prominent, and well filled oval fore chest, a good length and spring of rib, a broad and well-developed rear that has a good turn of stifle and strong “hammy” thighs. She has good bone and feet and moved around the ring confidently, showing positive reach and drive and maintaining her top line and balance. 2 Effer, Cishelvine Miss Tyfication. Another lovely young bitch with lots to like about her, is 12mths old and not long out of puppy. She has a lovely happy temperament, is a nice make and shape and has a balanced profile. Similar comments apply throughout as 1st regarding construction, and she moved soundly and confidently around the ring. She has a good wire coat that was well presented and has time to continue to strengthen and mature. 3 Matthews, Sonham Saucy Saffron.

YB (5,2) 1 Brierleys, Bramalodge Bonfire Heart At Tatze ;- 15mth old dark wild boar bitch, was 4th in previous class. She is quite a nice make and shape, she has a correct conical shaped head, and a kind, dark almond eye. Her fore quarters are O.K. but I would prefer more angulation and length of upper arm. She has a good spring of rib, fairly- well developed hind quarters, and good bone and feet. She moved confidently in all directions and has a correct wire coat that was well presented. 2 Sanders, Knottsrose Crème Brulee:- Nearly 2yr old, smaller and lighter framed type of bitch, is a dark wild boar in colour with a lovely harsh wire coat. She has a feminine, conical head and a dark almond shaped eye. She has a good reach of neck and a fairly constructed fore chest, would prefer more length and spring of rib though and a broader, more developed hind quarter to balance with the front. On the day though I preferred the more balanced construction and profile throughout of 1st. 3 Scott and Scott`s, Arushkhan Star Struck.

PGB (9,1) 1 Mitchell (Handling for McCalmont), Silvae Time After Time At Bronia Taf:- 14mth lighter wild boar colour bitch, built on classic lines, is balanced throughout with plenty of breed type. She has a feminine, but still “houndy” head that is correct in shape and proportions, a kind, dark almond eye and strong jaw which is set on a lovely and elegant length of neck that flows beautifully through to her well construc fore quarters, a prominent and well filled oval fore chest that has good width through keel and a super lay back of shoulder. She has a good spring and length of rib that is carried well back to a short and strong loin so that her under line balances with her top line. Her hind quarters are well constructed and angulated, though at this stage are not not yet quite as mature as her front, but the foundation is set so they can continue to mature. She stands on plenty of bone and has good feet and moved around the ring confidently with a free and easy stride showing plenty of reach and drive, holding her top line and was true and parallel out and back. A lovely feminine young bitch loved her construction and balance, and she has a super wire coat which was beautifully presented. 2 Phillips, Tendrow Wired To Succeed: - 2yr old dark, wild boar coloured bitch, a more compact type than 1st with similar comments. Preferred the front construction, balance and femininity of 1st today though. 3 Carruthers, Stanegate Calamity Jane.

LB (6) 1 McPherson and Paterson, Brumberhill Biscotti (AI):- A mature, dark wild boar coloured bitch, is a lovely make and shape throughout with a balanced outline and plenty of breed type. She has a feminine, conical head, a kind expression and a dark almond shaped eye. She has a good arch and reach of neck, a prominent and well filled in oval fore chest, good width through keel and a lovely lay back of shoulder. She has a good spring and length of rib which is carried well back into a short and strong loin so that her under line balances with her top line. Her hind quarters are broad and well developed, have good angulation and bend of stifle and lovely “hammy” thighs that have width and depth. She has good bone and neat feet and used all these qualities to move around the ring with a free and easy stride, showing plenty of reach and drive, maintaining her top line and was true and parallel out and back. She is a lovely, feminine bitch and has a harsh wire coat which was beautifully presented. I loved her movement, and she is not exaggerated or over done in any way, everything fits together as if it was meant to be together to and gives a lovely balanced picture. Pleased to award her the R.B.C.C. 2 McCalmont and McCalmont, Silvae Timeless :- Another lovely mature bitch, is a nice make and shape with lots to like about and has good breed type. She has a harsh wire coat that was well presented, and similar comments apply here as 1st. Preferred the overall balance and movement today though of 1st.3 Davies, Atahira Dolciami

OB (7) 1 McCalmont and McCalmont, Silvae Sky Dancer: - My second find of the day and what a beautiful specimen she is! Lighter coloured wild boar, full of quality and breed type throughout, really fills the eye and is so well balanced. She has a lovely feminine, but still “houndy” head that is correct in shape and proportion, a dark almond eye, strong jaw and good length of ear leather. She has a super length of neck which flows elegantly to a prominent and well filled in oval fore chest with good width through and length of keel. Her shoulder is beautifully laid back, has a good spring and length of rib that is carried well back to a short and strong loin to balance with her top line. Her hind quarters are broad and well developed, with lovely angulation, turn of stifle, and super “hammy” thighs that have width and depth. She stands on good bone with neat feet and used all of these qualities to move around the ring with a free and easy stride. showing plenty of reach and drive, elbows in, holding her top line and was true and parallel out and back. She has a correct harsh wire coat which was beautifully presented as is usual from this kennel and was in fit hard condition. She is a beautiful, feminine bitch with nothing over done or exaggerated and is so well constructed and balanced from the tip of her nose to the tip of her tail and it was my pleasure to award her the B.C.C. Congratulations.2 Binks, Tannerhill Day Dreamer :- Another lovely type of bitch, a darker wild boar colour, who is a lovely make an shape is well balanced in profile and has plenty of breed type about her. She has a conical head that is correct in shape and proportions a dark almond eye and a good arch and length of neck. Her front and hind quarters are well constructed, and angulated, and similar comments apply here as 1st. She also has good bone and feet which she used well and moved around the ring with a free and easy stride showing reach and drive and was true and parallel out and back. She is a lovely sound and honest type of bitch, who is well constructed and balanced throughout, is a sound and true mover, and is not over done or exaggerated in any way and would be an asset to any kennel. 3 Hutchings, CH Collidach Brook Ling.

Bath Championship Show 2022

DACHSHUND (WIRE-HAIRED)

Judge: Mrs Jane Howells