Larkhall & District Canine Club

Larkhall and District Canine Club -Open Show Saturday 27th June 2026. Rhodesian Ridgeback Critiques. Thank you to Larkhall and District for my invitation to judge at your 100th Anniversary Open Show. The welcome was warm, with a lovely atmosphere and a quality entry of dogs. The Committee had clearly worked tirelessly to put on this show, and it did not go unappreciated. A special thanks to Joan, who was celebrating her birthday on the same day. Lots of cake had by all on her behalf. Thank you to all the exhibitors who entered under me, I had a lovely, quality entry of dogs which made decisions very difficult! I would also like to thank my very hard working steward, who kept the ring running smoothly and stopped everything from blowing away many times in the wind! All bites and ridges were acceptable and all dogs displayed excellent temperaments so no further comment will made in my critiques. Puppy. 1. 1st. CLAUWILL OLIVER JUNIOR. At 11months of age this dog catches the eye with his breed type, balance and masculinity. Super head of good proportions, correct ear set and excellent depth of muzzle. Shoulders well laid back with correct return of upper arm. Demonstrates excellent depth of chest for his age. Good length of ribbing, with correct tail set. A nice turn of stifle, low hocks and stands on good feet. Carried himself around the ring with purpose, maintaining his top-line throughout. Very pleased to watch him win PHG1 and then BPIS. Congratulations on a wonderful day for this promising young dog. PG 4 (1) 1st NEGASI GOLDBERRY. A very pretty, feminine bitch. Up to size, but balanced throughout. Head of good proportions, with good depth of muzzle. Lovely expression with nice round eye. Strong neck of good length, leading to well laid back shoulder. Good width and depth of chest. Well off for ribbing with strong loin. Compact feet with well let down hocks. On the moved she displayed balance and strength with super rear drive, covering the ground with ease. 2nd PRIORPARK WILLIAM WALLACE FOR CLANBRUACHAN JW. Another masculine dog, full of breed type with a very happy disposition. In fit, muscular condition. Strong head with alert expression and deep powerful muzzle. Good reach of neck. Lovely turn of stifle with well let down hocks. Although he presents a balanced picture, I would prefer slightly more length of ribbing to add to his overall outline. Moved fluidly around the ring. 3rd KINABULA’S BEAT OF MY HEART. Open 6 (3) 1st JIMANNS HELL ON HEELS SHCEX. Displaying femininity and substance, this bitch presents a balanced picture throughout. A head of correct proportions, an intelligent expression with lovely dark round eye. Super depth and strength of muzzle, with nice clean flews. Lovely reaching neck, flowing on to well laid-back shoulders, with good return of upper arm. Capacious chest, with correct depth and well sprung ribs. Strong loin, with excellent angulation front and rear. On the move she maintained her topline solidly, displaying excellent reach and drive, whilst moving at one with her handler. Deserving of Best in Breed today and very pleased to see her take HG1 in style. Congratulations on a fantastic day. 2nd NEGASI ELBERITH FOR CLANBRUACHAN JW. Another quality, feminine bitch with plenty of breed type. Sound in construction and very balanced in profile. Super head of correct proportions, bright, alert expression with lovely round eye. Elegant reach of neck, leading to a well constructed front. Lovely depth and width of chest, with nice length of ribbing and compact strong loin. Standing on compact feet. Presented in beautiful condition. Sadly didn’t move as well as the winner today, very tough decision! 3rd KINABULA’S ALL ABOUT THE BASS JW SHCEX OSW VW. Kelly Millward -Sarombi. 01/09/2026.