Midlands & Northern Rhodesian Ridgeback Club

Midland and Northern Rhodesian Ridgeback Club on Sunday 20th April 2025 held their Championship and Open Shows at Oakridge Arena, Collingham nr Newark.

Thank you to the officers and committee for a wonderful day spent judging your precious hounds. The warmth from the committee and exhibitors was very welcome, which made my job so much easier and relaxed. I take my hat off to your newly appointed secretary; you had an enormous task. A huge thank you to my two stewards, Yvonne and Paul Bullivant, who were very proficient in their jobs.

Minor Puppy Dog

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1ST - Kwanza El Faiyum at Matikiridge (Imp Nld) (Mrs N Hurn) – This young boy was more together with ample bone. Super masculine head correctly set ears framing face. His chest was well filled, and his ribs were nicely sprung, reaching well back. He moved with ease. The future is bright for this young man. 2ND - Misingi Hares N'graces (Miss N F Furnell) – with just a few weeks between these two, the difference is plain to see how raw he was. Saying that he had an appealing masculine head with harmonising eyes, he had an ample chest in front, but needed to develop in depth. His tail was set very well and held on the move.

Puppy Dog

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1st - Kinyemi Song of Serengeti Sepiwi Sekayi for Msingi (Imp Dnk) (Mr S J & Mrs A R Pearce) – Masculine head and expression from dark hazel eyes, skull to muzzle ratios of equal length finished with wide open nostrils, complete black pigmentation throughout. Muscular neck of sufficient length, into decent shoulders, good straight bone to tight feet. He moved well, although he carried his tail a little high for me. BPD. 2ND - Kinabula's Making Magick for Faahac (Mrs C L & Miss M L Catharell) – this young man needs a little more time to develop, although he has all the right things in the right place. Good length of neck into shoulders, sufficient bone, pleasing tight feet. Puppies change so much, I’m sure he will come on nicely.

Junior Dog entries: 5 Absentees:

1st - Priorpark William Wallace for Clanbruachan (Mrs N Jolly) – He has a flat skull with enough stop to the darkest of eyes, with black pigmentation and wide-open nostrils. Strength in muscular neck and firm topline. Plenty of strong bones to legs down to tight feet. Well-filled chest and clean underline, loins flexible and strong. His hind legs were muscular with a good turn of stifle and hocks well let down. He moved with power and drive. A bright future. 2nd - Carlincox Knock Em Out (Mr C, Mrs L & Mrs V Cox, Cox & Musgrave) – A close decision between these two youngsters at a similar developmental stage. He is slightly broader in skull at the moment. His chest is nicely developed, just needing his ribs to spring a little more. His topline was firm and muscular, finished with a well-set tail. On the move, his happy temperament got the better of his handler. 3RD - Dukuza Mr Day Dream and Ilizulu (Miss S & Mrs G Abbaszadeh & Hanson)

Novice Dog

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1St - Vkloof Duke Lambo Galardo JW (Mr A Zhao) – A strong, masculine boy. I loved his well-filled chest and spring of ribs. Great bone on him all although his feet could be a little tighter. I liked his head and eye shape, strong neck. Deep in body and ribbed well back. Muscular rear with ample width, which he used to good advantage on the move. Shown in fine condition. He was rather a handful today.

Graduate Dog

Entries: 3 Absentees: 1

1ST - Fiadma's Stiggens (Mrs T Thomas-Bassett) - Strong masculine head, with a flat skull, enough stop and strength to the muzzle. His dark eye gives a gentle expression. Strong neck, deep in brisket and nicely filled forechest, his ribs are well sprung and has super bone and nicely arched toes. His hindquarters were strong, wide, and in firm condition. He carried his tail at a correct height, moving out cleanly with power and drive. 2ND - Rubiltra Gunna B Victorious (Miss J Darnell) – I preferred the head of one, although he had good length and depth to his muzzle with a dark eye and gentle expression. Good length of neck, into good shoulders, ample bone to feet. Sufficient chest with depth to ribbing, he was strong through his loins and cleanly developed hind quarters. Moved out free and active.

Limit Dog

Entries: 8 Absentees: 1

1ST - Delianza What’s Your Motive JW (Mrs K L Barker) – At almost 2yrs this masculine boy was muscular and in super condition. He was very skilfully handled to his best advantage. Appropriate head with bright, round eyes. He had a lovely length of neck with good shoulders. Strong bones and a nicely filled chest. Well sprung ribs and muscular loin, clean underline and pleasing hind angulation with good width to thighs. RBD 2nd - Priorpark Problem Solved (Mrs K & Mr G & Miss H Dawson & Dawson & Parsons) – This boy has lovely bone and substance and is showing himself well. Pleasing head, flat skull, strength to his muzzle, and with a keen expression from his dark, round eyes. Strong neck, enough fill in of forechest, and well-sprung ribcage. Ample bone to legs finished with tight feet. He held his topline on the move, and he trotted around the ring free and active. Close decision. 3RD -Carlincox Mash It Up JW (Mr A & Mrs A & Mr C & Mrs L Murphy & Murphy & Cox & Cox)

Open Dog

Entries: 14 Absentees: 6

1ST 57 - Suhuba Dream On (Mr H J Painter) - Lovely head and reach of neck, lay of shoulder and straight well boned legs to feet. Firm topline full chest with well-sprung ribbing. Excellent rear angulation. Lovely, true, powerful movement with reach and drive. When free-standing, it presents a great picture of strength and balance. BD BIS 2ND - Kazembe Crescendo (Mrs N & Mr A Webster) – Much to admire about this boy, he really comes into his own on the move, so free flowing and fluid. His well-balanced head with the darkest of eyes, moderate stop. Good length of neck, nicely filled in forechest with straight forelegs onto tight feet. Deep in brisket, holding a firm topline. Moved out with drive carrying his tail at a pleasing level. A strong class. 3RD - Ch Hespa Masseto of Africaner JW ShCEx OSW (Mr J & Mrs C Mackfall)

Veteran Dog

Entries: 5 Absentees: 2

1ST - Ch Patemeliann Red Tarka at Kitaarka JW (Mr N & Mrs M Ashman) – This boy has done and seen it all. Red wheaten with lovely head and expression. Good reach of neck into excellent, well-filled chest, worthy spring of ribs to strong loin and muscular hindquarters, and low-set hocks. Presenting a balanced outline, standing, and on the move. BV 2ND - Ch Gunthwaite Papa Dont Preach (Miss K J Davies) – this 8-year-old is in super condition and a credit to his owners. Pleasing masculine head and keen expression, nice length of neck into nicely laid shoulders, super tight feet. Depth of chest and well-sprung ribs, he stood with a firm topline. He moved will with a correctly carried tail. 3RD - Nuthouse King of Hearts (Mr P & Mrs L A & Mrs S Clark & Hicks)

Special Veteran (10+ years)

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1ST - Tokwe Truly Scrumptious (Mrs E Taylor) – for all this young man’s years, he still has a pleasing outline. He moves out steadily and has good bone.

11. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Minor Puppy Bitch

Entries: 3 Absentees: 0

1ST Msingi Fancy That at Cynami (Mr L & Mrs C L Hall) – Feminine 8.5 mth old red bitch full of elegance. She had clean, flowing lines. Long neck into well-laid shoulders through to strong, straight forelegs. Her chest was well filled; her ribs were almost to her elbows, where I would expect them to be for her age. She had a strong topline with clear ridge and crowns, ample loin area that was flexible and muscular. Her balance of height to length was just right. Lovely width to thigh and turn of stifle, strong hocks and feet that were compact and well-arched toes. On the move, she was fluid and free. 2ND - Africaner Zavanna Breeze (Mr J & Mrs C & Miss E Mackfall & Mackfall & Mcintosh) – another appealing youngster full of femininity, her skull had enough breath and length of muzzle, dark eyes which were bright with an intelligent expression. She is of good height with ample bone and decent well well-knuckled feet. An appropriate length of neck into a well-placed shoulder. Her depth of rib needs a little more time. Her underline was clean with sufficient tuck-up. She had nicely developed hind legs with clean, smooth muscles and well let-down hocks. On the move, she carried her tail well. 3RD - Africaner Pasadena (Mrs G Craven)

12. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Puppy Bitch

Entries: 4 Absentees: 0

1ST - Gunthwaites Red Hot Rose (Mrs J M & Mr D H Bates) – Although this young girl was in puppy, she had the maturity of age. I loved her size, overall height to length, very well balanced for one so young. She was quiet and dignified with an aloof expression. Suitable length of neck into well well-placed shoulder. Appropriate depth and spring of rib carried through to strong loin and super quarters with good width to second thigh. She moved soundly, straight and free. BPB, BPIS. 2ND - Africaner Zavanna Breeze (Mr J & Mrs C & Miss E Mackfall & Mackfall & Mcintosh) – see notes from MP. 3RD - Zejak Tazara (Mrs Z & Mr C Phillips)

13. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Junior Bitch

Entries: 12 Absentees: 1

1ST - Kazembe Checkmate (Mrs N & Mr A Webster) – A girl of substance with lovely balance. Attractive head with the darkest of bright eyes, enough stop, and high-set ears framing the face. She is in super condition with a well-developed neck of sufficient length into nicely laid shoulders. Her clear ridge and crowns were of accurate positioning. Her chest was well filled and brisket reaching her elbows. Her topline was firm with a strong loin. Her hind legs were muscular and nicely developed with a decent turn of stifle. On the move, she drove with power. 2ND - Carlincox Don’t Knock It (Mr C & Mrs L & Mrs V Cox & Cox & Musgrave) – Only just out of puppy, which showed in her general demure. I believe she will develop slowly and do very well; all the building blocks are there for her. She was full of femininity with beautiful, dark eyes with the gentlest of expressions. Her bone was plentiful and straight, with some of the best feet compact and knuckled. Her chest was suitably filled, ribs reached to her elbows, and plenty of spring. Clean underline with enough tuck up and muscled loins. She had appropriate width to her thighs and developed second thigh. 3RD - Priorpark Pride and Joy to Nzuri (Mrs L & Miss S & Mr J & Miss H Mills & Mills & Mills & Parsons)

14. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Novice Bitch

Entries: 7 Absentees: 1

1ST - Carlincox Don’t Knock It (Mr C & Mrs L & Mrs V Cox & Cox & Musgrave) – see notes from Junior 2ND - Vkloof Lady Lambo Huracan JW (Mr A Zhao) – A much stronger girl. Well boned throughout with strong muscles. Lovely dark eyes and enough stop. Strong neck, which I felt was a tad short into shoulders. Firm topline and clear ridge and crowns, ribs well sprung. Strong, low-set hocks. She reached out on the move. 3RD - Fiadma's Mojito at Purplepride (Miss C A & Mr I B Maddox & Gethin)

15. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Graduate Bitch

Entries: 6 Absentees: 2

1ST - Sonstraal Blue Moon (Miss S Rossiter) – This liver nosed girl had been here before, she was so mature in her outlook and in super condition. Her hazel eyes were most appealing with a gentle expression. Her forechest was well filled, complemented with equally sprung ribs. Her topline was firm and held well, with a very clean ridge and crowns. On the move, she was powerful with good drive and carried her tail at a correct height. 2ND - Priorpark Pucker Up for Rumialana (Mrs H Nolan) – This class was a close call. 2yr young lady who is also a liver lost out on maturity, although she had plenty of qualities to admire. Her underline could be a little more tucked up, slightly longer in loin. She had ample bone and tight feet with spring at pastern. Her depth of thigh and developed muscles were a credit as she drove around the ring with plenty of reach. 3RD - Priorpark Pride and Joy to Nzuri (Mrs L & Miss S & Mr J & Miss H Mills & Mills & Mills & Parsons)

16. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Post Graduate Bitch

Entries: 5 Absentees: 2

1ST 42 - Rubiltra Chumba Bibi of Purplepride (Miss C A & Mr I B Maddox & Gethin) - A nicely balanced ultra feminine bitch with a pleasing head and nice dark hazel eye, suitable shoulders, good width of chest and depth to ribs, strong bone throughout, well-muscled hind quarters. 2ND - Nuthouse Going for Gold JW (Mr J & Mrs S Hicks) – slightly younger girl who was still developing. She had the most beautiful of eyes with an expression that was gentle and intelligent. Her muscular neck flowed into her shoulders through her topline. Her tail set was strong at root and carried well. She had width to her thighs. Not as clean on the move 3RD - Nuthouse Lucy Locket at Voorlooper (Ms S.d Whitney)

17. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Limit Bitch

Entries: 12 Absentees: 4

1ST 92 - Kazembe Cult Classic (Mr A J Willoughby) – A lovely-sized girl full of femininity. I would like a little more strength in muzzle. Ample reach of neck into shoulders, firm topline, and muscular loin. She had a clean underline to hind quarters, which had a width of thigh and a muscular second thigh. She moved with purpose. 2ND - Negasi Elberith for Clanbruachan JW (Mrs N Jolly) – This young lady had a darker muzzle and well pigmented eyes and lips, her ear placement was slightly too high for me. Her neck was strong, her bone to feet were clean and straight, finished with tight compact feet. She moved out freely with ease. 3RD - Jimanns Hell On Heels ShCEx (Mrs J & Mr I Ritchie)

Rhodesian Ridgeback - Open Bitch

Entries: 7 Absentees: 3

1ST - Priorpark Proof in Pudding JW (Miss H Parsons) – At 17 months, this young girl has a very bright future. Full of breed qualities balanced throughout, which showed on the move. She was feminine with muscle, but not overdone. She was clean flowing from her head through her neck, firm topline with well-formed crowns and ridge. Her chest was filled, and her ribs had ample spring to them. If nitpicking, I would like slightly tighter feet, but she moved with strength and freedom. I was pleased to award her BB today. 2ND - Kazembe Orla 'bout Me (Mrs N & Mr A Webster) – I was really splitting hairs between these two fine examples. Beautiful, balanced, and well developed. A dark wheaten, her dark hazel eyes and black nose complemented each other. Her chest was full, and her ribs were well developed. Her loin was strong and flexible, and her thighs had ample width and definition. I found it hard to split these 2 girls and had to give her RBB. 3RD - Carlincox Jerseyroyal JW (Mr C & Mrs L & Mrs V Cox & Cox & Musgrave)

19. Rhodesian Ridgeback - Veteran Bitch

Entries: 4 Absentees: 1

1ST 58 - Priorpark Pipsicle (Miss H Parsons) – Not much in age between these 2 girls. This young lady is full of substance with the bone to match. Her light wheaten colour was clean and even. Her head and expression were bright and sparkling, but dignified and aloof. Her shoulders were carefully laid with straight bone. Her feet were not her fortune, and at times a little over-angulated. Overall, she pleased me enough to award her Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran in Show. 2ND - Mutoko's Blaze of Glory (Mrs P Nash) – Just weeks between them, and both are only just in veteran. This young lady had good balance, lovely outline, pleasing head and expression, quality bone, good depth of chest and correct topline. I was pleased with her on the move.3RD - Nuthouse Queen of Clubs JW (Mr J & Mrs S Hicks)

Judge Janet Kay (KAYTIAN)