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Judge Results: Mrs S Hattrell Crufts 2023 Thursday, 9 March 2023 (4 day show)

Afghan Hound

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Breed Results: Afghan Hound (Day 3)

DCC 11227 - Ch/aust Ch Tahkira Affogato (Miss C & Miss E & Mrs B & Mrs L Millward & Millward & Ferguson & Race)

RDCC 11274 - Tells Kjavu It’s About Time (Mrs N & Mr B Yamada & Hamilton)

BCC 11230 - Ch Cloudside Sunflower JW (Mr W Moore)

RBCC 11172 - Ch Saxonmill Majic Mirror (Mrs R Hall)

BOB 11227 - Ch/aust Ch Tahkira Affogato (Miss C & Miss E & Mrs B & Mrs L Millward & Millward & Ferguson & Race)

BP 11231 - Merrick Prince Charming Cloudside (Imp Fin) (Mr W Moore)

BV 11212 - Ch Jeremiah De Koulangar at Zharook JW (Imp Fr) (Mr R & Mrs P Latimer)

Thank you to the officers and committee of Crufts for inviting me to judge my first love Afghan Hounds, it is 33 years since I gave my first set of CCs in the breed, we have seen many changes over the years with imports from far and wide. Presentation was excellent and temperament too was very good, I was looking for a well constructed dog with good breed type and a ‘style of high order’, the Limit and Open classes were abundant with beautiful hounds with not enough prize cards to go round but where are the youngsters? Still the old problem of upright shoulders and narrow fronts, untypical heads with little underjaw, the lovely ring tails or doughnut tails are becoming a rarity, a few overweight dogs but many more terribly thin ones which doesn’t do them justice at this level of competition, thank you to all the exhibitors for bringing your lovely hounds for me to lay my hands upon, I truly enjoyed spending my day with you all, also a big thank you to my stewards on the day who kept the ring running smoothly.

1939. Afghan Hound - Veteran Dog

Entries: 10 Absentees: 3

1ST 11212 - Ch Jeremiah De Koulangar at Zharook JW (Imp Fr) (Mr R & Mrs P Latimer) Old favourite of mine I had the pleasure of awarding his 3rd CC a few years back, such a lovely head with strong punishing jaws, excellent neckline and front, a fair spring of rib with good depth of chest, firm level topline and sweeping quarters with low set hocks, ring tail, he was carrying a little extra weight today but that didn’t stop him displaying his lovely sound movement in all directions, expertly presented coat of ideal texture, Best Veteran in Breed.

2ND 11146 - Ch Syrdarya Toffy Pop at Eweyisska (Mrs T M Cullen) Lovely brindle, such a nice size and undeniably masculine, just loved his head and expression, lengthy neck with decent shoulders and fill in front, firm topline, ring tail, strong well angulated quarters with low set hocks, deep chest with fair spring of rib, strong broad loin, he made a lovely outline stacked,,in super coat and condition, moved freely and true, another veteran to be proud of.

3RD 11183 - Multi Ch Khaos Maximillian Emerald Swi Vet Ch (Mr K Hedinger), Black, made a smart outline, masculine head, in excellent coat and condition.

RES 11173 - Ch Khau Carreras Nka (Mr. Haller)

VHC 11253 - Sayadena Northern Lights (Imp Bel) (Mr P & Mr H Seamarks & Nemoto)

1940. Afghan Hound - Minor Puppy Dog

Entries: 3 Absentees: 0

1ST 11185 - Jazzmeenah Rohan Blaze (Mr A M & Mrs J P Heritage) 8mth old gold, appealed in head with dark triangular eye and typical expression, enough neck and shoulders well laid with good return of upper arm, firm topline, carrying plenty of body for age, deep chest, strong loin, well angulated quarters with low set ringed tail, he makes a lovely shape in outline, lacking a little confidence which isn’t surprising in these noisy halls but moved out freely and soundly, promising puppy.

2ND 11171 - Katanga's God of Thunder (Mr R J & Miss C Gunn) Black/silver 9 mths, raw baby of 9 mths who performed quite well on the day, masculine head of good length, dark triangular eye, ample neck, firm in topline with low set ring tail , good bend of stifle and low hocks, needs to settle moving, well presented coat and condition.

3RD 11170 - Katanga's God of Mischief (Mr R J & Miss C Gunn) Black/silver litter brother to 1 and not as forward at this stage, very similar in style, makes a nice outline stacked.a bit overawed today.

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1941. Afghan Hound - Puppy Dog

Entries: 4 Absentees: 0

1ST 11231 - Merrick Prince Charming Cloudside (Imp Fin) (Mr W Moore) 11 mth s/m cream well grown confident young chap, makes a lovely shape in stance, attractive head of good length and strength with super dark triangular eyes, lengthy neck sits on well laid shoulders, good spring of rib and depth of chest, firm level topline, good fallaway, low set ring tail, powerful quarters with great length from hip to hock, in excellent coat and body condition, moved out freely and true in all directions, am sure he has a good future ahead of him Best Puppy Dog and Best Puppy in breed.

2ND 11250 - Sitana The Kingsman at Temenshu (Mr D & Ms C Roper & Moore) Gold, just scraped into puppy, lovely boy with so much promise, appealed in head with dark triangular eye, lengthy neck and well made in forehand, firm topline,short broad loin, good fallaway, low set ringed tail, well bent stifles and low hocks, in excellent coat and condition,super outline, moved well when he settled, playing his handler up a bit today

3RD 11161 - Sitana Moon Knight at Zalmeerah (Ms M & Mr W French) B/Tan Happy boy just needs to settle.

RES 11232 - Merrick Picture Perfect by Bryelis (Imp Fin) TAF (E & E & Miss G & Miss S H Moyes & Lockett-Davis & Hunter-Ryan & Shaw)

1942. Afghan Hound - Junior Dog

Entries: 8 Absentees: 2

1ST 11215 - Shahfoladi Sphinx Riddle at Zharook (ai) (Mrs T, Mr P, Mrs P A & Mr R E Gorman & Latimer)

Impresssive youngster, he impresses in outline, good balance and proportions, he has a super head and expression with correct eye shape and colour, long neck sits well on excellent forehand, fair spring of rib with good depth of chest, well bodied, broad short loin, powerful well bent stifles with low set hocks, correct set ringed tail, really comes into his own on the move with excellent carriage and deportment with a definite style of high order, presented in super coat and condition, shapely on the stack, Im sure will carry on doing well.

2ND 11220 - Vindaloo Blow Your Mind to Montrabella (Mr S & Mr J Lloyd & Webster) another black/silver of quality, he has a lovely head and expression, dark triangular eyes, good reach of neck, firm topline, straight front with nice big feet, he has a fair spring of rib with good depth of chest, short loin, low set ring tail, well turned stifles, turned out in immaculate coat and condition, moved out freely and soundly, full of energy but behaved himself when he needed to, promising youngster.

3RD 11167 - Shahfoladi Thunderbird (ai) (Ms M Gizewska) another black/silver, appealed in head properties and makes a nice outline on the stack, handler could probably get more out of him.

RES 11268 - Khawari You Got The Look (Miss J Walsh)

VHC 11261 - Light by The Silvery Moon (Mrs M & Mr W Thomson)

1943. Afghan Hound - Yearling Dog

Entries: 4 Absentees: 1

1ST 11169 - Ayoubkhan Silk Road JW (Ms T & Mrs J Gosling) Very handsome s/m cream, not surprised to be told he is already titled and was a definite contender today, long lean head with dark expressive eyes, lengthy neck which is carried so well, well made through his forehand, deep chest, well ribbed back, short broad loin, great sweep from hip to hock with low set ring tail, he makes a very commanding outline which he held well on the move, expertly presented and in excellent body condition, a little full of himself on the move but behaved when it mattered,was really impressed with this houndy elegant boy both standing and moving.

2ND 11254 - Ayoubkhan Stargazer (Mrs E & Mrs E Semple & Beck), s/m cream, smaller and finer than 1 but still makes a nice outline on the stack, similar comments apply with construction but he was lacking bodyweight today which is a pity, he has a decent head and expression, dark eyes, firm in topline, well angulated quarters, moved and showed fairly well, in decent coat well presented

3RD 11238 - Gallgeri Bugatti Chiron Jun Ch (Miss R O'brien) Brindle.

1944. Afghan Hound - Post Graduate Dog

Entries: 13 Absentees: 1

1ST 11255 - Seoidin The Peacock (Imp Ire) (Mrs P Shaw) This gold boy just demanded to be noticed, so full of attitude and held himself well both standing and moving, attractive masculine head with typical expression, lengthy neck sits on well made forehand, deep chest and fair spring of rib which was carried well back, strong broad short loin, firm topline, low set tail with ring but could be longer, powerful quarters with well bent stifles and low set hocks, well presented coat and in excellent body

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condition and muscular, he powered around the ring with excellent footfall coming and going which clinched him the class, makes a lovely outline on the stack.

2ND 11235 - Shimalma Jagermeister (Mrs L Newton) So close up to 1, this boy is such a lovely typy dog, absolutely love his well chiselled head and true eastern expresson, long elegant neck inserted into good lay of shoulder with return of upper arm, deep chest with fair spring of rib, level topline with evident pin bones, good fallaway, well angulated quarters with low set ring tail, beautiful silky coat well presented, he moved out with smooth reachy strides, just wish was a little more enthusiastic.

3RD 11153 - Shimalma Drambuie (Mr M & Mrs J Drage) another lovely boy so similar to 2 and same remarks apply, splitting hairs with these 3

RES 11221 - Cloudside Sunking (Mrs S & Mr D Mclay)

VHC 19030 - Jokins Pineapples Have Peelings Too (Imp Fin) (Miss P Metcalfe)

1945. Afghan Hound - Limit Dog

Entries: 15 Absentees: 2 Very strong class with good ones going cardless

1ST 11234 - Way Up Walker to Cloudside (Imp Ita) (Mrs C & Mr R Neilly) Beautiful stylish Black/Brindle male who made a lovely outline on the stack, no exaggerations but immense quality all through, refined head with dark eye and keen expression, ample neck with a super front assembly, deep chest, firm topline, short broad loin, correct fallaway with low set ringed tail, powerful quarters, so well balanced all through, in excellent coat and body condition, he moves with such a style of high order and positive footfall coming and going, can go all the way.

2ND 11158 - Zandahar Xtraordinary Me at Zinzani JW (Mr S & Mrs E Finch & Hopper), Black/Brindle, was interested to find out he was my BPIB last time he judged and he has obviously fulfilled his early promise, just love his masculine head of good length and strength of underjaw, dark expressive well shaped eyes, lengthy neck sits cleanly on well laid shoulders, good fill in front, deep chest, well ribbed back, firm topline and powerful well angulated quarters, lovely ring tail, make a super outline, in excellent body and coat condition, stylish and strong mover, pushed 1 hard.

3RD 11160 - Sitana Bijali Toofan at Zalmeerah (Ms M & Mr W French) Gold and very lovely type, gorgeous head and expression, was a bit naughty for his handler but deserved his place, carrying a few extra pounds today.

RES 11198 - Zandahar Xcuse Me Mister (Mr R & Mrs J, Mrs F & Ms A Hurl, Nisbet & Forrester)

VHC 11233 - Cloudside Sunlord (Mrs C & Mr R Neilly)

1946. Afghan Hound - Open Dog

Entries: 20 Absentees: 2 Absolutely awesome class, beautiful dogs all down the line and probably 5 more at least CC quality.

1ST 11227 - Ch/aust Ch Tahkira Affogato (Miss C & Miss E & Mrs B & Mrs L Millward & Millward & Ferguson & Race)

B/Silver he came,,saw and conquered, this hugely charismatic dog caught my eye on the first go round and certainly didn’t disappoint hands on, he has the most beautiful masculine head piece with the darkest expressive eyes, wonderful neckline leads into a perfect topline which stays perfect on the move, he has a deep chest with just the right spring of rib well carried back, straight front with large feet, low set tail with a ring, great sweep from hip to hock, well bent stifles, low hocks, such an elegant eye catching outline smothered in beautifully prepared long silky coat, excellent body condition and muscle tone, he powers around the ring with a style of high order with long smooth springy strides, superbly handled to get the best from him I was delighted to award him the CC and BOB and so pleased to see him shortlisted in the very strong hound group

2ND 11274 -Multi Ch Tells Kjavu It’s About Time (Mrs N & Mr B Yamada & Hamilton) Elegant gold and new to me, he kept catching my eye with his wonderful carriage and attitude, refined in head with a long neck, level topline, prominent pin bones, powerfrul well angulated quarters and ring tail, he scores in outline and just doesn’t ever stand wrong, well presented in immaculate silky coat and well muscled body condition which many were lacking today, absolutely comes alive on the move and powers around the ring with a definite style of high order, to be critical would just like him a tad more masculine but that’s nit picking, a beautiful dog of much quality.RCC in good company.

3RD 11133 - Ch Zandahar Tartan Xplorer JW (Mr M & Mrs L Anderson) Just love the type of this beautiful dog, fabulous head and expression, super outline, so well constructed all through, super worthy champion as were they all.

RES 11260 - Ch Drishaun The Vampire Lily via Gothika JW (Mr R C & Mrs J A Thompson)

VHC 11240 - Ch Gezancol Never Say Never at Harlextan (G, J, C & B Parsell, Beanland, Parsell & Thornton)

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1947. Afghan Hound - Good Citizen Dog Scheme Dog

Entries: 2 Absentees: 1

1ST 11145 - Khamis Aequitas at Eweyisska (Mrs T M Cullen) S/M cream and such a sweetheart he is, makes such a lovely shape standing, refined elegant head with dark eyes, long neck, firm in topline with a low set ring tail, deep chest, powerful well angulated quarters, moved out well but a little sluggish today, well presented and sympathetically handled.

1948. Afghan Hound - Veteran Bitch

Entries: 10 Absentees: 4

1ST 11199 - Ch Gilari Vermillion Venus JW (Mrs E & Miss I James) Stunning s/m red, not surprised to see she is titled and well deserved, such a beautiful head and true eastern expression, long elegant neck sits upon clean well laid shoulders, straight front with correct width, deep chest, well ribbed back, firm topline, powerful well angulated quarters, ring tail, she just flows into the best of outlines which she holds on the move, in superb coat and condition, she moved with freely and true in all directions, definitely a contender today.

2ND 11219 - Ch/ir/ned/int Ch Popovs Bora Bora at Orashan JW (Imp Nld) (Mrs G A Link) Another lovely veteran in beautiful coat and condition, she makes a super outline on the stack, pretty but different head to 1, nice eye and expression, well balanced all through, compact and well knit, deep chest, firm topline, powerful quarters with low set ring tail, showed her socks off and ran 1 close.

3RD 11139 - Sofico Griselda (Mr D & Miss K Chadwick & Bradley) Very pretty blue domino, lovely outline and moved really well.

RES 11184 - Multi Ch Nightwind Unforgettable Black Diamond (Mr K Hedinger)

VHC 11181 - Altside Henrietta Musgrove via Saksfifth (Mrs A J & Mr D A Hayes)

1949. Afghan Hound - Minor Puppy Bitch

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1ST 11257 - Katanga’s Jessica Jones (Miss A Smith) Black/silver,9 mths, Well balanced and nice for size, liked her feminine well proportioned head with good eye shape and expression, lengthy neck, firm in topline, low set tail but ring could be tighter, powerful quarters with excellent bend of stifle, well presented coat and in prime body condition, moved and showed really well for one so young, lots of promise

2ND 11186 - Jazzmeenah Jelena (Mrs J & Mr A & Mr P & Mrs D Heritage & Heritage & Kirwan & Kirwan) Pale gold, lovely puppy who presented a really nice outline when stood, has a decent headpiece with good eye, ample neck and well made forehand, well bodied with a deep chest, well ribbed back, firm topline, well angulated quarters, ring tail, wasn’t on best behaviour today and could have won this class, can move well when settled.

1950. Afghan Hound - Puppy Bitch

Entries: 4 Absentees: 1

1ST 11216 - Sitana Moon Star at Zharook (Mr R. E. & Mrs P. A. & Mr P. & Mrs T. Latimer & Latimer & Gorman & Gorman

These 3 girls are littermates, what a super litter this is, definitely one to be proud of and it was just nitpicking and personal preference to separate them, absolutely love this pretty girls head and expression, lovely dark triangular eyes, ample neck with the best of fronts, deep chest and fair spring of rib, level back with broad short loin, correct fallaway with low set ringed tail, excellent quarters with low hocks, presented in lovely coat and body condition, such a free and easy mover with a spring in her step, Best Puppy bitch and pushed the dog all the way.

2ND 11217 - Sitana Mystique at Zarcar (Mrs B J Lawson-Ball) oh so similar in many respects to her sister, not quite as well schooled and threw away her chances in the next class but lovely puppy with super head and expression, made a very attractive outline on the stack, well balanced fore and aft, well constructed throughout, ring tail, well presented coat and good body condition, am sure will do very well

3RD 11251 - Sitana Love and Thunder (Mr H & Mrs J Sanghera) Another beauty with typical sparse coat pattern, nothing hidden, am sure these girls will change places on another day.

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1951. Afghan Hound - Junior Bitch

Entries: 4 Absentees: 1

1ST 11168 - Saviour and My Salvation at Ksiadz (Miss V C & Mr I Gleed & Mcpherson) Pretty brindle with a lovely head and eye, scored in outline with long elegant neck, well made forehand with good width through body, deep chest, level back, low set tail, ring could be tighter, powerful quarters which she really used on the move with long effortless springy strides, proud head carriage, in lovely coat and body condition.

2ND 11217 - Sitana Mystique at Zarcar,rpt

3RD 11246 - Andazraq Be My Brightness (Miss A Reaney) Pale brindle, pretty girl, attractive head and well balanced, just not too happy today and not using her tail.

1952. Afghan Hound - Yearling Bitch

Entries: 7 Absentees: 0

1ST 11172 - Ch Saxonmill Majic Mirror (Mrs R Hall) ,Black/silver Not surprised to find the first 3 are litter sisters, absolutely full of quality as one has come to expect from this very clever breeder, this one was no exception, perfect for size and oh so feminine, just loved her head and expression, darkest of eyes, long elegant neck, ideal forehand with good width, deep chest and well ribbed back, short broad loin, correct fallaway, excellent hindquarters with low set ring tail, superbly presented in lovely coat and condition, she absolutely powered around the ring holding a perfect outline with a style of high order, no surprise to find she is titled already and couldn’t resist her charms for the RCC with so much more to come as she matures.Loved her

2ND 11149 - Saxonmill Mirror Image (Miss C & Miss A Dowd & Malia)B/Silver, Another absolute beauty so close on her sisters heels and I am sure she too will soon be titled, nitpicking to separate them, she too has a lovely head, eye and expression, long neck with good carriage, well laid shoulders with good return of upper arm, straight front with good width, deep chest, perfect topline with low set ringed tail, powerful quarters with good bend of stifle, low set hocks, immaculately presented and in excellent body condition, moved out with precision from all angles so very stylish, top quality.

3RD 11178 - Saxonmill Girl in The Mirror at Portianja (Mrs.j Harris) Another beauty in the same mold, just needs a bit more firmer handling maybe to get the best from her but all quality from head to toe.

RES 11196 - Ayoubkhan Porcelain Dove (Mrs N Humphreys)

VHC 11189 - Ayoubkhan Snow Cloud (Ms K Hirst)

1953. Afghan Hound - Post Graduate Bitch

Entries: 16 Absentees: 3

1ST 11256 - Gezancol Kissed by An Angel (Mrs A D & Mr P W Smart) B/Tan headed this class of quality bitches, surprised she is still in this class, feminine head well laid out with expressive dark eyes, ample neck sits nicely on well laid shoulder, deep chest, good fill in front, firm in topline, correct fallaway and low set ring tail, well bent stifles with low hocks, she makes a nice outline on the stack, well presented in good coat and body condition, moved out freely and well in all directions.

2ND 11197 - Joneca Eternal Flame (Mrs N Humphreys) Very pretty deep gold and close on the heels of 1, admired her feminine head, lovely eyes and expression, lengthy neck leads into well made forehand, she has a deep chest and fair spring of rib, short broad loin, powerful hindquarters and ring tail completed the picture, in lovely coat and condition, moved and showed well

3RD 11134 - Altside Hot Gossip (Mr L Beavon) Very pretty domino, full of style and held a lovely outline, close up to above.

RES 11205 - Geordele Time to Shine at Istani JW (Mrs C R Kirk-Vickers)

VHC 11159 - Shimalma Campari Goes to Ifmaraf (Mr I & Mrs M Fisher)

1954. Afghan Hound - Limit Bitch

Entries: 13 Absentees: 4 What an amazing class this was, CC quality all down the line

1ST 11195 - Gezancol Fallen from Grace (Mr C, Mrs G & Mr P Hughes & Luty) Simply couldn’t take my eyes off this beautiful gold bitch, she has a sparse coat pattern so nothing hidden, gorgeous head of good length and strength in underjaw, expressive eyes with a look at and through you gaze, long elegant neck, good front assembly, firm in topline with deep chest and well ribbed back, broad loin, correct fallaway and low set ringed tail, powerful hindquarters and hocks low, well presented and handled, so well constructed all through, excellent mover from all directions, I see litter sister to PG winner, close up for top honours and well worthy of her title.

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2ND 11143 - Syrdarya Lapsang Souchong with Gilari (Mr & Mrs C H Cross) Another beauty hot on the heels of 1, beautiful typy bitch, so right for size, feminine yet has plenty of substance, super outline, lovely head and expression, lengthy neck, well made forehand with deep chest, firm topline, low set tail, ring could be tighter, excellent quarters, powered around the ring with ease, am sure she is for the top drawer as well.

3RD 11157 - Cloudside Sunset (M & P Fairburn & Roberts)Beautiful brindle with a super outline, carrying a little extra weight today.

RES 11225 - Medawlark Attitude Is Key The Wones Thendara (Imp Rus) (Mrs D & Mr J Milligan-Bott & Bott)

VHC 11252 - Tulak Driving Miss Daisy to Sitana (Mr H & Mrs J Sanghera)

1955. Afghan Hound - Open Bitch

Entries: 13 Absentees: 1 Yet another amazing class with CC quality down the line and beyond.

1ST 11230 - Ch Cloudside Sunflower JW (Mr W Moore) Beautiful classical gold of superb type, the quality one has come to expect from this clever breeder, she won a class under me last time I judged and I commented I would love to see her as a mature bitch well 4 yrs later and all I can say is wow, totally fulfilled her early promise, I just adore her head and expression, long elegant neck, excellent from assembly, firm topline, deep chest well ribbed back, correct fallaway, low set tail with a fabulous ring to it, great sweep from hip to hock, prominent pin bones, wonderful outline and she just flowed around that ring with such style and panache, CC and ran the dog close for BOB.

2ND 11243 - Ch Popovs Sazerac at Sarakhan (Imp Nld) JW (Mrs R Tromp) Another beauty I have done well for before and still love her, at her mature best she has a glorious head and expression, ample neck, so well constructed through out, love her angles fore and aft with a super topline and tailset, ring tail, powerful hindquarters, in excellent body and coat condition, she powers around the ring with a style of high order, these decisions were not easy and frankly just comes down to nitpicking at this level with so much quality in the ring.

3RD 11223 - Cl Ch/es Ch Jalila Bint Siraq von Haussman Ww 20 Ww 22 (Mr J. P. Milano) Super stylish Black full of quality, excellent mover to take this place in this hot competition.

RES 11164 - Ch Altside Hot As Hell at Affietar (Mr R Gilbert)

VHC 11206 - Ch Drishaun Faith Is Like A Lily for Javidan JW (Miss L & Ms C O'donnell)

1956. Afghan Hound - Good Citizen Dog Scheme Bitch

Entries: 2 Absentees: 1

1ST 11194 - Sofia Gabriella at Nantmelan (M Hughes) Gold, alone but worthy of her first prize win, she has an attractive feminine head, well made front assembly, firm in topline, well balanced al through, powerful well bent stifles, ring tail, in fine coat and body condition, makes a nice outline on the stack, moved well if a tad reluctant at times.