The Puppy Show
2004
Brilliant sunshine and
welcome wind made for the perfect afternoon high above the Elham
Valley. The pristine condition of kennels and the pack belied the
fact that our huntsman is working single-handed much of the time and
stood testament to the efforts of those who rallied round to lend a
hand -well done and thank you to each and every one but most
especially the huntsman. Our new whipper-in and his family were
amongst those who pulled out the stops. Thanks are also due to the
gallant providers of the most splendid tea. We are involved in
hunting for the 21st century and our critics claim that we belong in
the past but if this is a guarantee that we can taste scones 'like
mother used to make' then it's a damn fine thing!
Hounds were beautifully turned out and expertly shown in front of an appreciative crowd made up of members, subscribers, landowners and guests. The re-appearance of some Welsh blood led tothe scurrilous reference to 'do you mean the lurcher' but was warmly appreciated by everyone else.
The East Kent are grateful to Graeme Worsley, Esq. M.F.H. from the Old Surrey, Burstow and West Kent and Tony Percy Esq., Ex-huntsman to the East Sussex and Romney Marsh, for attending to judge.
Thanks are also extended to that noble group - the Puppy Walkers.
Name Sire Dam Whelped Walked by Sandgate Bicester with Whaddon Chase
Safeguard '00 Silky '99 14.4.03 Mrs. D. Steventon Safeguard The Hon.Miss M.
Spens Saltwood Master R. Felce Mrs D Spencer & Mrs W
Gifford Mrs. D. Steventon Mrs D Spencer & Mrs W
Gifford The Hon.Miss M.
Spens Mrs J. De la
Pasture Miss E. Felce Potter Parson '01 N. Cotswold Moorhen
'97 18.4.03 Mrs J. De la
Pasture Forger Heythrop Forger
'99 Bantam '00 2.5.03 Mrs. C Hart Forester Mrs I Gibson Footman Mrs. D. Holman Mrs. C Hart Wooster Sultan '03 Wriggle '01 12.7.03 Mrs R Williams Mrs R Williams
Sapling
Satin
Sago
Sable
Sandal
Saffron
Foc'sle
Wombat
Photographs Click on the small image to see a larger version
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The Dog Hounds |
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The Bitch Hounds |
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The Champions - Potter and Saffron |
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The Pack |
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Remembered friends |
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More friends |
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The walkers - a noble
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Bitches 1st Saffron 2nd Sago 3rd Satin Dogs 1st Potter 2nd Saltwood 2nd Safeguard Champion Challenge Bowl Potter Jack Blakeney Memorial
Bowl Cannon Best working hound 2003
entry Pony Club Cup Master Toby
Williams Couples 1st Sandgate and
Satin 2nd Forger and
Foc'sle
Presented by Richard and Wonka Blakeney
Best working hound 2000 entry
