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April 26th 2026
Spring Championships Lure Coursing 18 April 2026 Saluki Results: Saluki Standard FEMALES (8)Ravensett La Duquesa (with LCC)
Last Thursday WELKS held their championship show with Breed Specialist Carole Seymour judging . BCC, BOB went to Debbie Copperthwaite's Ch Alcaliphs Belisama with the RBCC to Ch Jazalle Aneeqa owned by the Dan, Ireson, Farris & Cosenini partnership. DCC & BV went to Ch Classicus Alron with Malenkhai owned by Nicola Quadling. RDCC was Linda Aldous & Jeannette Glaister's Ch Jay jp Sea Bird Wl Pansher (IMP JPN) JW. Best Puppy was Ruth Dann's Shahdad Genevieve at Jazalle. Well done all!! April 19th 2026 Grim news to all the dog loving fraternity that enjoy participation in EU international activities. The EU has decided that Pet Passports are no longer available for use to pet owners residing in Great Britain. As neither Norway or Switzerland are part of the EU I wonder if they are allowed to keep using their pass ports? Actually it is a kick in the teeth to Le Shuttle, ferries hotels and international activités. Recently we were in Calais (obviously now a wasted trip) where we tried to book tables at a few restaurants. They were closed, opened only on a few days of a week because economically not viable to stay open all week. So all is not well there, I would thought they can use all the business they can get. I am sure that travellers will not be encouraged to travel to the EU within these new restrictions. If one is wondering what the cost of a vet using a Animal Health Certificate is between £99.00 to £250 for a journey with restrictions. Supposedly a system will eventually be place for these forms plus in 2027 the UK is suppose to be going the passport system. One more item that has been shot in the foot by BREXIT. This past weekend has had glorious weather for the UK Sighthound Sports to hold their Spring Championship. There was a good entry of 8 Saluki bitches and 7 Saluki dogs. It was nice to see some new names on the podium as some of the old competitors will soon be retiring. In bitches there were 2 LCCs awarded to Ravensett La Duquesa and Zafaraniyeh Dashte Kavir. In dogs there was also 2 LCCs to Artily Hemingway and Sincerity Kalimantan Cashar. Two new youngsters have qualified for their LCC license. The future look rosy for the sport (I hope). April 12th 2026 South West Hound Club Held their Open Show on the Bank Holiday Monday on the long Easter weekend. Easter weekend except for the Sunday is a hive of activities starting on Good Friday, the Saturday on to Monday. Not only dog shows but sporting activities of every description. Back to the show, judging was Heidi Woodgate, centre stage as the judge. BOB went. to the Strong's Xerxes Omar ter Dolen (IMP BEL) RBOB went to our own Safeera Kasaque AlDjiibaajah (IMP Deu). The show was well run in fantastic venue. On the weekend three members of our Saluki Community travelled to Luxembourg for their 116 117 Luxembourg International Dog Show. Congratulation to Darren and Monique Wunnenberg Thomas for Uuno's wins. He is now a new Luxembourg Champion. Michelle Ulyatt's Jabir where he picked up a Reserve Junior CACL. Next weekend closer to home Jabir will hopefully gain his lure coursing licence with UK Sighthound sport. Natasha Hamilton's Bronte has made her start towards her Luxembourg title with a CACL and a RCACL. This past weekend Hound Association of Scotland held their Championship Show with Maggie Holder judging. As a sign of the times, the entry was low, but across the board apart from the Whippets , none of the other hound breeds entries were over 50. I think there were only 11 Salukis attending. DCC,BV,BOB was was Ch Micattura All for me owned by Ms J Stenson with the RDCC , to Mary Sanders Parker's Heart & Soul jp Northern Dancer at Classicus (IMP Jpn) BCC went to Mary Sanders Parker's & Mrs A Renay's Ch Era Lilian Giliath Classicus( Imp Che) (IMP JPN) JW. RBCC went to Mary Sanders Parkers Heart & Soul jp Nashwa Classicus (IMP )JPN) Well done all Northern Saluki Club have announced their entry for their upcoming double Championship Show to be held on Sunday 19th April. The morning show will be judged by Elaine Stanmore. Her entry is 48 dogs making 51 entries, Afternoon entry will be judged by Marion Finney, APRIL 5th 2026 Happy Easter, Happy Passover ( I am happy to include most Saluki related items to this column but rely on information being sent to me) The Northern Saluki Club is holding their double Championship Show on Sunday 19th April at Alfreton Leisure Centre, Church Street, Alfreton DE55 7BD Judging the morning show is breed specialist Mrs Elaine Stanmore with afternoon session is hound specialist Mrs Marion Finney. Entries have been extended for this show until the 7th April 2026. For further information please contact the show manager, Mrs Maggie Hamilton on T 01469 588281. Entries for these two shows need to be made on www.haveadogday.co.uk The Saluki or Gazelle Hound Club is holding their summer championship show with Southern Counties Championship Show at the Newbury Show Ground, Priors Court Road, Hermitage, Thatcham, RG 18 9QZ. On line entries can be made up until midnight on Wednesday 13th May 2026. Judging 11am or one hour after the completion of Saluki judging at Southern Counties . Judging will be Mrs Kathy Webb. Entries can be made with fossedata. After judging at SCCS has completed there'll be a Pimms party complete with strawberries and cream, everyone welcome, offered to you by The Saluki or Gazelle Hound Club Show sub-committee. Southern Counties Championship Show will be held earlier in the day with Kaisa Gold Judging. Postal order close on Monday 20th April with on-line entries on Thursday 30th April 2026 As her name is new to me I have looked up Ms Gold's CV : “I grew up with Staffordshire Bull Terriers which were in the family since 1973 and they were my first own breed in 1987. I fell in love with the American Staffordshire Terriers and got my first own one in 1989 and started breeding them in 1997. Until today there are more than 50 home bred Amstaff champions with very limited breeding. Other breeds that I bred are Little Lion Dogs, Jack Russell Terriers and Smooth Fox Terriers. In the family we also have a Boston Terrier, Pomeranian and a Toy Poodle. We are loved at home by Amstaffs and Little Lion Dogs.I still enjoy to show my dogs every now and then, but for the moment I find it very hard to find time for breeding.I am an International FCI judge since 2014 and judged in 32 European countries, USA and Australia. I am an FCI and AKC BIS judge and a judge for FCI groups 2, 3, 4, 9 & 10 and national judge for the groups 5 and 8.” With the costs of everything increasing on what seems like a daily basis I have looked at the costing of exhibiting at a Club show with a general championship show. I have not factored in petrol plus just figured for a single dog. Firstly SCCS entries £32.00 +£6.00 car park with entries, £12.00 on the day. at SGHC member entries are £24.00 (£29.00 for non members) for first class plus £4.00 for on-line catalogue. So the bare minimum is £66.00. Crufts Critique has been posted, judge Age Gjetnes Good Citizen Dog Scheme Dog Entries: 1 Absentees: 0 1. Soldier (Mrs A Schafer) Quite elegant male well, built. I would prefer a more masculine head. Excellent high set ears and expression. Good length of neck, pleasing top- and underline. Excellent depth of brisket. Elegant bone, good feet. Well angulated rear. I would like some more strength to his movement. Excellent temperament and muscle condition. Puppy Dog Entries: 1 1. Heart & Soul Jp Northern Dancer at Classicus (Imp Jpn) (Mrs M E Sanders Parker) Well developed for age, excellent proportions and size. Masculine head with good width of skull, excellent expression and ear placement. Strong, long and well set neck. Attractive topline standing, tendency to lose it on the move. Hopefully it will improve by age. Excellent angulation front and rear, excellent bone, good feet. Very easy on the move, proud of his tail. Excellent sweet temperament and excellent muscle condition. Junior Dog Entries: 2 1. Al Nafiseh Matterhorn (Miss K Rauhut) Attractive type, size and proportions. Masculine well shaped head with good width of skull, excellent ear placement. Good expression. Strong neck of good length. Slightly too flat in topline, loin could be shorter. Slightly barrel cheasted. Excellent front angulation, I would prefer less in the rear. Extremely parallel coming and going, enough reach, drive and strength from the side. In excellent muscle condition, excellent temperament. 2. Yamadan Kn Aijaz Haalim (Imp Usa) (Dr M A Ulyatt) Quite high on legs, lacks angulation front and rear. Masculine head, excellent ears and expression. Good top- and underline, bone and feet. I would prefer better movement. Post Graduate Dog Entries: 7 /Absentees: 1 1. Artilily Wilde (Mrs L Ince) Attractive type, pleasing proportions and outline. Masculine well shaped head. Attractive oriental expression, excellent ear placement. Tendency to get a bit roached in his topline, excellent depth of brisket. Adequate forechest. Elegant bone, good feet. When willing to, he moves quite well. 2 U’zelim Des Hauts De Heurteloup (Imp Fra) (Ms A Barrett) Strong and well built but lacks the important element of elegance. Quite strong head, excellent expression. Excellent ear placement. Strong neck, attractive top- and underline, good bone, would prefer longer feet. Balanced angulation front and rear. I would like more reach and drive on the move. 3 Ravensett Ashraf (Ms A & Mr P.i Jackson-Main) Limit Dog Entries: 5 1. El'ubaid's Zacharias for Doucai (Imp Nld) (Mrs A E Cole) Very attractive type and overall look. Beautiful head with excellent width of skull, ear placement and oriental expression. Good length of neck, neck a bit sharp set. Topline could be stronger when standing, improves on the move. Excellent depth of brisket, excellent forechest. Balance angulation both ends. Elegant bone good feet. Moves really well, if not very enthusiastic. 2. A'sim Sha'rif Al Asmaanii at Barakisch (Imp Che) (Miss C Andersson) Eyecatching, lots to like about this dog, if not very masculine. Excellent proportions and size. Excellent ear placement and expression. Excellent neck of good length. His topline is slightly soft, still has a quite good shape. Would prefer a longer brisket, excellent forechest. His elbows could be tighter to body. On the move he has lots of energy, unfortunately his front movement is too high. This disturbs the overall look on the move. Excellent temperament and muscle condition. 3. Caryna Stephano to Abayomi JW (Mr M, Miss F & Miss D Cannon & Wickstead) Open Dog Highlight of the day. It is very seldom these days to have a open class of 23 Saluki males. A joy to judge, I found all five that I placed to be excellent Salukis, as well as the two that made the cut among all these males. Entries: 24 /Absentees: 1 1. Multi Ch Aziz Yarish (Miss K Hosiawa) What a beautiful Saluki! And what a presence. He is not in the need to impress anybody about his beauty; he is fully aware of it himself. Classical type, proportions and size. Masculine enough head, beautiful oriental expression. Extremely beautiful, long and well set neck. Excellent strong topline, depth of brisket and length of brisket. Beautiful forechest, balanced, excellent angulation front and rear. Long, excellent shaped feet. Excellent tail carriage. There is nothing that does not fulfil my expectations when this dog starts to move. It is all so balanced, effortless. The way he carries himself on a loose lead is exactly how I want it to be in a Saluki. Not too high, nor too low. He never put a foot wrong and looks the same both standing and moving. In excellent condition. CC/BOB and later second in a very strong Hound group. 2. Ch Jay Jp Sea Bird El Panjsher (Imp Jpn) JW (Ms L & Mrs J Aldous & Glaister) Another classical Saluki of top class. I really like his type, proportions and size. Again, head is just enough masculine. In spite that his eyes could be slightly darker, he still has a beautiful expression. Excellent strong topline with excellent depth of brisket. Good forechest, beautiful, elegant bone, excellent feet of good length. Balanced angulation front and rear. I very much appreciate his way of moving, effortless and with excellent stride. He is one of those that you can not push to go faster, he has his one pace. High quality Saluki. Res CC and BV 3. Ch Badavie Don Peppino at Ilsham (Imp Swe) (Mrs A Walton Haddon) Veteran Dog Entries: 13 /Absentees: 2 1. Int/multi Ch Morad-Bypajany Magma (Mrs V J Velickaite) Quite strong, but has lots of quality, I would not like any more of him. Quite strong, masculine well shaped head. Good expression. Strong, well set neck of good length. Excellent top- and underline, excellent long brisket. Elegant bone, beautiful long feet. Slightly out of balance as for angulation. I would like a better angulated front, and I would like less in the rear. Very energetic on the move showing excellent reach and drive. In excellent muscle condition. Well handled. 2. Ch Classicus Azim for Bordercot (Mrs R Brady) Attractive, very well built and in excellent muscle condition. Masculine head, beautiful oriental expression. Beautiful long, strong and well set neck. Good topline, adequate forechest. Excellent depth of brisket. Balanced angulation front and rear. Very energetic on the move, I would have liked to see some more elasticity. If there was a competition for longest ear fringes this dog would win BIS. Lovely temperament. 3. Caryna Taivoa (Mrs C & Miss L & Mrs H De Souza & De Souza & Woodgate) Good Citizen Dog Scheme Bitch Entries: 2 1. Artilily Bronte (Ms N Hamilton) Elegant bitch, pleasing proportions. Feminine head, good width of skull, beautiful expression and ear placement. Long, well set neck, attractive top- and underline. Long brisket. Would prefer more frontfill, excellent elegant bone, feet could be longer. Balanced angulation both ends, very easy on the move. 2. Barleymoon Zala (Mrs C M Jowitt) Very curvy bitch, adequate feminine head. Good ear placement and expression. Good neck and topline, croup rather steep. Elegant bone, good feet. Lacks angulation front and rear, movement could be more fluent. Puppy Bitch Entries: 2 /Absentees: 1 1. Heart and Soul Jp Nashwa Classicus (Imp Jpn) (Mrs M E Sanders Parker) Beautiful puppy, well developed for age. Excellent size and proportions. Excellent head, beautiful dark eyes and expression. Good length of neck, could be smoother set into shoulder. Good topline, it will get even better with more weight, hipbones slightly too pronounced right now. Excellent forechest and depth of brisket, brisket could be a bit longer. Excellent angulation front and rear. Very attractive on the move, light and easy with good stride. In top muscle condition. BP Junior Bitch Entries: 4 / Absentees: 1 1. Safeera Kasaque Al Djiibaajah (Imp Deu) (Mr C M & Mrs H V Williams) Attractive type, size and proportions. I would prefer a more feminine head; eyes could be smaller. Excellent ear placement. Good length of neck, strong topline, loin could be shorter. Beautiful underline, adequate forechest. Balanced angulation front and rear. Very easy and energetic on the move, would like a bit more strength to it. 2. Bellis'sima Turandot Yanour El-Ain Jch (Dr Chris Spahn) Elegant, gives a rather square impression. Feminine head, excellent expression. Jaws could be stronger. Rather short in her ribcage. Moderately angulated both ends. Moves well. 3. Yamadan Kn Vega Haalim to Mumtaz (Imp Usa) (Mrs A J & Mr B J Freegard) Post Graduate Bitch Entries: 9 / Absentees: 1 1. Lags Latifha's Anahi (Ms G Longoni) Elegant bitch gives a rather long impression. Feminine head, beautiful expression. Good length of neck slightly sharply set. Could do with more arch over the loin. Lacks forechest. Excellent long ribcage, bone and feet. Well angulated rear. Energetic and easy on the move with enough strength. 2. Ravensett La Duquesa (Miss A Bryla) Attractive type, beautiful lines. Feminine head, beautiful long neck, good topline and excellent depth of brisket. Adequate forechest and angled upper arm. Excellent rear angulation. Very parallel coming and going, but somewhat restricted from the side. Excellent muscle condition. 3. Alcaliphs Sahara Beyda (Mrs D Copperthwaite) Limit Bitch Entries: 8 /Absentees: 2 1. Jorjenjo Maja Ma Al Amel (Mr A E & Mrs E A Quick) Well built, if slightly low on leg. Attractive lines. Adequate head, good expression, excellent ear placement. Good length of neck, but neck could be more elegant. Attractive topline, excellent depth of brisket. Good forechest, excellent bone and feet. I would prefer less angulation in her rear. Moves well. 2. Shahdad Darya Dinazad at Ceimiad (Imp Deu) (Mr D J & Mrs J A Steel) Instantly attractive bitch, but too up on legs. Rather extreme feminine head, lots of attitude. Beautifully shaped neck. Good topline, just about enough depth of brisket. Lacks frontfill. I would like less angulation in her rear. Not very enthusiastic on the move, just enough. Excellent muscle condition. 3. Ravensett Casares (Miss J D Hodge) Open Bitch Entries: 17 /Absentees: 5 1. Int/de/se/dk/at/lu/nl/cz/sk/hr Ch Fiddiya Al Naqawa (Mrs S. Panova) It is said that “beauty is in the beholder”, and this is what this bitch is. One to look at all day, either in the garden, in the sofa or in the desert. And, with this colour you are definitely seen. A true beauty. Excellent type, proportions and size. Beautiful feminine well shaped head with top class expression and ear placement. Beautiful long neck well set into a strong topline with excellent arch of loin. Excellent forechest, depth and length of brisket. Good angulation in front, excellent in rear. Low hocks. Very easy and balanced on the move, could do with a bit more reach in front, but… Excellent typical temperament and top muscle condition. Pushed hard for BOB. CC 2. Ch Chisobee Faa Ig Farraar of Allievo (Ms Js Ayrton) Classical, excellent size, type and proportions. A very beautiful Saluki. Excellent feminine head, excellent expression and ear placement. Beautiful long well set neck, top- and underline. Excellent forechest, bone and feet. Excellent angulation front and rear. Moves really well. I hope that her six-month-old puppies will make their mum proud in the future. Probably the reason why she is not in top notch condition today. Res. CC 3. Azamour Zhara (Mr Della Rocca) Veteran Bitch Entries: 7/ Absentees: 1 1. Al Nafiseh Flowering Sage (Dr O Woolmer Mrcvs) Excellent type well built. Could be slightly more elegant all over. Her head could be a bit more feminine but has a nice shape. Excellent expression and ear placement. Attractive topline, excellent arch of loin. Excellent forechest and depth of brisket. Excellent angulation front and rear. Beautiful long feet. Lots of energy on the move keeping her outline really well. 2. Mouniir Har Kala Rachi (Mr M & Miss K & Miss S Webb & Webb & Benoit) Beautiful type and proportions, smooth coated. Another that has a beauty about her that can make you stare at her all day long. Lots of Saluki attitude. Stunning head and expression. Extremely beautiful neck, attractive top- and underline. Her front could have some more fill and strength, lacks muscles probably related to her high age. Excellent angulated rear. Her movement from the side is a true joy, and the way she carries herself. Coat second to none! 3. Ch/int/lux/bel Ch Alishamar Roxane JW ShCEx OSW (Imp Bel) (Ms N Hamilton) 29th March 2026 Summertime has arrived!! Northern Saluki Club is looking for stewards for their upcoming double show on 19th April 2026. For further information please contact Maggie Hamilton on facebook or through the NSC Website. On 19th of December I wrote an update on the ruling that puppies can not enter the UK until they are 6 months old. (see below). Yesterday, 25th March 2026 I was at the Pet Passport reception area for returning to UK with a dog. Thankfully all our Passport was in order so we sailed through but I did ask the agent what would be the procedure if we had a 5 month old puppy with all correct paperwork. He said the puppy would be allowed admittance to the UK. He was unaware of any changes that had been made to the existing rules. Just an update on the new rulings regarding importation of dogs, not, before 6 months of age. I spoke to DEFRA who advised me to email the ‘Animal & Plant Health Agency’ which is located in Weybridge. Supposedly they would come back with an answer. As no acknowledgement of any sort arrived, I went back to DEFRA, again with my concerns. It seems we have a law which was ratified on 2nd December 2025 but there is no management plan at this time from APHA. So, until a plan has been put together puppies are still allowed to come in as they were. Interestingly, when DEFRA spoke they were a little vague on the rules for breeds that need genetic diversity but did not mention that they have not set up any guidance. 22nd March 2026 With Crufts in mind I had a look at the catalogue for this year's show with entry numbers in mind. Entry numbers at the Club shows, this year were in the 60s. We considered that quite good as general championship shows were much lower. The entry at Crufts this year for Salukis was 93. Going through the list of entries from outside of UK using ATC numbers was 30. So basically 1/3 of the entry was from abroad Last Breed Record Supplement for 2025 has arrived (October to December 2025). In the last quarter there were two litter making 10 puppies registered with the RKC. One litter of 9 with a known affix, the other of one with a not known affix. Three new importation which were also registered as passed on the NCL scheme. When we registered our puppy we too found it necessary to have her retested within the UK testing scheme even though both parents were tested 'clear'. The problem arises with 'registrations' not being accepted by the RKC Health Scheme as they really want the paperwork to come from Labokin, the lab they know. If the Health Scheme does not accept them, then the Registration department can not register the dog. Back to registration: New Imports Al Hfifa Saluk Amara Clemetine (IMP FRA). Born 02/05/25. Black & Silver Bitch. Breeder Mrs L Lemmens. Owner Mr MJ Measures Aquemenida Montgomery (IMP HUN) Born 22/10/24 Cream Dog, Breeder A Lehotzky Owner Mrs J Bebb Wind Norte Laimes Aitvari (IMP LTU) Born 20/05/24, Red Bitch. Breeder K Kaciusis owner Mrs R Mckenzie Exports Nahavand Arash to Norway Nahavand Atash to Norway New Champions Mala's Amal Johari Dayim Mahatma Glenoak (IMP DEU), Mrs EJ & Dr J Hudson Wazifi Alsasha Abda, Mesdames J Pyarr & J Cotterill Classicus Ophelia , Mr C & Mrs C Mackenzie-Loughran Summery for 2025 There were 66 Salukis registered Compared to 2024 which we had 61 It is with great sadness that I relay the passing of Elsie Tebbs the late wife of Ernie Tebbs at the grand old age of 97. I will post an obituary later as I have just received this information. Her funeral will be held on Tuesday 24th March at 1.30, St John the Baptist Church, Ault Hucknall , followed by internment in the churchyard. 15th March 2026 Happy Mothers Day AGM of SGHC was held today. A very disappointing day and probably a milestone for the Club for all the wrong reasons. We were not quorate by one person. We had a full agenda to get through plus accounts to be ratified. Some items on the agenda were from people that insisted they must be there to be voted on. I can understand people of great distance or with families might find Mother's Day difficult to attend but others, no. What happened to the keyboard warriors that insisted face to face AGMs were a must or some people would be disenfranchised? Neither the warriors or the so called disenfranchised were in attendance. So where do we go from here? Items that were not needed to be voted on were discussed at the meeting . There were no new Committee members as no people had put their name up for election. So the club can have three people that they co-opt. If you would like to volunteer please get in touch with the secretary. Championship show judges for 2028 are Karin Hedberg, Brian Duggan. 2027 Open Show, Mark Cannon, Limit Show Judith Aryton. Janet Steel, Editor of the "The Saluki magazine" has sent the following 2026 at Crufts "What a day we had at Crufts! There was a fantastic entry for Salukis from home and overseas for judge Mr Åge Gjetnes. A treat to see the show ring Superstars in the ring and doing so well in Group too. Many congratulations. Our lovely Salukis did a great job representing the breed in Discover Dogs, including our poster boy Graham! Thanks to everyone who did a stint and spread the word about our breed. Finally, yes, we were very busy on the magazine stall. I may have looked frazzled at times (!) but it was a super successful day with over100 pre-sold magazines, and a steady flow of sales on the day. Thank you to everyone who supported the club by buying magazines, our breed booklet, cards and of course the very poplar Gingerberry jewellery. The magazine is still available to buy. In addition to the show and lure coursing reports, history, news on Saluki health and welfare, there are some lovely uplifting stories which show what an amazing breed the Saluki is. Price is £14.20 with UK postage. The breed booklet is £3.50. Contact Janet Steel for overseas rates and payment options, on FB or [email protected]. John Davies has posted on behalf of the SGHC the following: SUMMER CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW REINSTATED Committee is delighted to announce that the 29th May Championship show is be reinstated. Nicola Warner will lead a new sub committee to ru all four of this year's show. We wholeheartedly wish to thank Nicola and the new tea for stepping forward. A Project the SGHC have been working on: CHAMPION ALMANZA MAGDIEL Magdiel’s Story by Helen Williams About four years ago the secretary of SGHC, Michelle Ulyatt, received a message, asking if the Club would be interested in semen from an Almanza dog. It seems in the 1980s there was an entrepreneurial veterinarian that had set up a lab where he collected and stored semen from different breeds. Ernie Tebbs, one of the important breeders of that time, was contacted to see if he would allow one of his dogs to contribute to this canine semen bank. The committee asked if anyone was interested in taking up the offer to find further information. Of course, the first question we needed to find out, which Almanza dog? We were all quite excited that the semen may belong to Kafiat, but as we received further information, we found it belonged to Magdiel. Magdiel was a double grandson of Kafiat, with a fantastic pedigree including many of the great dogs of that period, which could be considered a ‘golden era’. I accepted to take up the challenge of what was stored in regards to Almana Saluki with this lab. In the first instance I spoke with the representative of the lab. She explained to me, using Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as an example. In the 80’s Cavaliers were mainly free from a Neurological problem called Syringomyelia. This lab offered the CKCS some of the semen they had in storage from this healthier period. The Club refused it, but the offer was taken up in the States. By using this semen, they managed to produce stock free of this terminal disease. So, what was on offer was the opportunity, if ever needed or wanted, some semen to invigorate our genetic stock. Accepting that the committee of the SGHC would like to maintain this semen was not a short or simple process as the owner of the semen was Ernie Tebbs, or, as he is no longer with us, his legal descendent. Working out who this person was and gaining permission for us to maintain took about four years. Ernie had one son, Anthony, whom I contacted. He told us he was not the legal descendent but his mother Elsie, who was in her 90s and still alive. Elsie, thankfully was very happy to sign over the semen, probably the last thing she could do for Ernie. A contract was made with Elsie giving over the rights and future storage charges to The Club. Than came the legal hold by the Royal Kennel Club, they stated: “ A dog cannot be registered by a club, only an individual or partnership. The ownership of semen is similar and therefore the best thing here would be for the current legal owners of the semen to give written permission for the ownership of the semen to be transferred to a named person - this could be the secretary or another. It would be this named person who would be responsible for signing the AI form as the 'owner' of the semen.” This new information created a problem for the Club as there is no named person that could take responsibility. Following a discussion that was held in Committee, it was decided that the responsibility of the semen would be part of the job of the club secretary. As long as there is a club there would be a secretary. So, how, where and when is up to the Club membership. On this basis we are asking members of the Club for suggestions on the future use of this semen. Breeder: Mr E Tebbs. Born: 11th November 1981 Black Fringed Fawn Inbreeding c-efficient 9.71, sired 3 litters Magdiel won his first CC with BOB at Leicester 1982, Judge Harry Jordan. His second CC was at Leicester 1983, Judge Mrs Catherine Sutton His third CC also with BOB at Birmingham City 1983 Miss Mary Long. He had a further 10 CC, eight with BOBs and seven Reserve CCs. At Darlington 1984 he won the Hound Group, Judge Mrs Joan Wells Meacham Was runner-up in the Hound Group at Leicester 1984, Judge Mr William Pinches Ch Bedouin Caliph Ch Almanza Kafiat Melchizedek of Almanza Ch Asphodel Alanya Ch Sheikh Zendi Ch Amen Joy Amena Gem Ch Bedouin Caliph Ch Almanza Kafiat Ch Asphodel Alanya Almanza Danmeliya K’ton Esmail Ch Almanza Aleesha Ch Asphodel Almanza 8th March 2026 A reminder the SGHC AGM will be held next Sunday, starting at 12.30 at the Steventon Village Hall, The Green, Steventon, Abingdon, OX13 6RR. The meeting will commence at 12.30. We have quite a hefty agenda to get through so come prepared. Crufts 2026 is now over for Salukis though tonight we can sit on the edge of our seat to see who will be the final dog on the podium. It was a busy day for our judge . Mr A Gjetnes to evaluate: The Open Dog class had an entry of 24. dogs. Reminiscent of class sizes we had in the 90s. From what I saw his ring was run very proficiently with the help of his apt stewards. All dogs judged had their three minutes. Interestingly, both CC winning dogs came from overseas. It will be interesting to see if they will return her to win the additional CCS they need to become champions here. DCC,BOB and Hound Group 2 went to Miss K Hosiawa's Multi Champion Aziz Yarish. He was born on 5th July 2020. His breeder is S & J Jalkanen. His sire is Zadonas Deluca and his dam Aziz Qiana. RDCC, Best Veteran went to Linda Aldous & Jeannette Glaister's Ch JAY JP Sea Bird ElPanjsher (IMP JPN)JW. BCC went to Mrs S Panova's Multi Champion Fiddiya Al Naqawa with RBCC to Judith Ayrton's Ch Chisobee Faa Ig Farraar of Allievo. Best Puppy was Mary Sanders Parker's Heart and Soul JP Nashwa Classicus (IMP JPN) . 1st March 2026 The following message has come through from the SGHC URGENT ANNOUNCEMENT* Following discussion, the SGHC Committee has taken the hard decision to cancel the SGHC Championship Show scheduled for 29th May 2026. This has unfortunately been a result of the Committee being faced with having no Show Sub Committee after the AGM – as previously advised in the last Facebook post. Without the skills and experience of a Show Sub Committee, it is impossible to prepare and deliver a show that will meet the quality both members and the RKC expect. Next steps will be for the Committee to evaluate options after the AGM. In the meantime, the Committee would welcome a discussion with anyone who would be prepared to be co-opted to help run shows. David Steel Hon. Secretary SGHC Founded 1895www.richmonddogshow.org.uk Richmond Dog Show Society - 2027 Update Over recent years, the Richmond Dog Show Society has carefully reviewed the long-term sustainability of our Championship Show. Declining entries, parkland ground conditions, unpredictable September weather, and our position in an increasingly congested show calendar made it clear that change was necessary to protect the future of the Society. After consultation with exhibitors and exploring every viable option to remain in the South East, the committee concluded that a more central location, venue and date needed to be sourced. We are therefore pleased to announce that the Richmond Championship Show 2027 will be held at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry, on Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th November 2027. This decision was not taken lightly, but without it the long-term future of the show would have been at risk. Moving to Stoneleigh Park allows us to offer better facilities, more reliable conditions, and a stronger position in the show calendar. We hope you will continue to support the Richmond Dog Show Society as we take this important step forward and look to deliver a sustainable and enjoyable Championship Show for many years to come. In the meantime, we welcome you all at Loseley Park this year in September and our 2026 schedule will be available soon. The Richmond Dog Show Society Committee. Thank you to Richmond for letting us know. All Club are facing financial difficulties at this difficult time. We attended the last show of City of Birmingham held at Stoneleigh. We thought the venue was quite lovely. Warm and clean. Good luck to Richmond on their journey into the future. In a few days we will all be making that special journey to Crufts. For those that have ordered and paid for magazines I will deliver them. Those that have ordered and not paid, I am afraid you will have to join the line for the magazine stand. Especially first thing in the morning the stand could be very busy. We have other items, including Saluki Cards in their elements and beautiful Gingerberry jewellery. Thisyear we have widened our collection with pieces in other breeds besides Salukis. Once these pieces are gone, that is the end of them as Gingerberry is now in the processes of retiring. We wish everyone an enjoyable day. Weather forecast is not good for Friday but no snow around, Just rain which we have become so accustomed to it. Have a Great Day!!! Donaueschingen: The Sighthound Festival 8th 9th August 2026 Message from Angelika & Team: Have you already started planing your trip to Donaueschingen? If you arriving with camper or caravan, your accommodation is already arranged. The show grounds will be available from Thursday 6th August early afternoon If you plan to arrive earlier you may stay at the Riedsee campsite, located about 8 km from Donaueschingen For those arriving by car, Donaueschingen offers a wide range of hotels, guesthouses and holiday apartments in various price categoriesThe local Tourist information will be happy to assist you:http://donaueschingen.de/tourist-information You can find the overview of accommodation options here http://www.donaueschingen.de/uebernachten why not combine the festival with a short holiday? Enjoy a walk through the beautiful palace gardens to the source of the Danube, visit the Furstenberg Brewery, explore local museums or simply relax and enjoy the region. But above all, do not forget the reason for your is it.. On Friday evening, we will once again offeror guided city tour with dogs. Meeting point 8.00pm. More details will follow soon.
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