Plymouth & District Kennel Association

Plymouth & District KA Premier Open Show 4th April 2026

Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired) G D/B (3,2) 1. Woodhouse & Woodhouse’s Kenleap Moon Hero, an attractive 20-month-old chocolate and tan dog who stood alone but is a high-quality example of the breed. He possesses a clean, elegant head that tapers uniformly to the muzzle with a minimal stop. Dark, almond-shaped eyes are set well to deliver a wonderfully alert, intelligent expression. Jaws are strong with a perfect, complete scissor bite. He displays a beautiful, compact outline and balanced shape, sitting correctly low to the ground while maintaining excellent ground clearance. Forequarters feature an oblique, well-laid shoulder placement and a strong, correctly wrapped front assembly. Topline is exemplary—strong and level from the withers to the loin. He stands on excellent, tight, well-padded feet with correctly pigment-matched dark nails. Stern is correctly set on as a continuation of the spine and carried beautifully in line with his back. Covered in a correct, short, dense, and smooth coat. Moved out soundly with a free, active gait. Reserve Best of Breed (RBOB). 

O D/B (3) Ashby’s Midlandbulls Willow At Jaxinorydax A beautifully feminine red bitch of outstanding breed type, displaying wonderful balance and symmetry throughout. Head is clean and long, tapering evenly to a strong muzzle, with well-set ears that frame a bright, typical expression. Jaws are strong with a perfect, complete scissor bite. Forequarters excel with an oblique shoulder placement and a well-proportioned upper arm, creating a correct, deep front assembly that wraps neatly around her chest. She is well-ribbed back to a short, firm loin. Topline is strong, remaining beautifully level, both standing and on the move. Her stern is correctly set as a natural extension of the spine and carried with true breed style. Hindquarters feature excellent angulation with strong, parallel hocks. She stands on tight, well-padded feet and was presented in immaculate, hard condition. Moved beautifully with a free, active, and ground-covering stride. Best of Breed (BOB).

2. Repeat of Graduate dog Kenleap Moon Hero.

3. Small’s Glynlythe’s Heirloom For Devondax JW.

Judge Suzanne Keree-Bartolo (Shirkeira/Middletune)