Selmalda News

It was hot at Paignton!

2022-08-05

Paignton Championship Dog Show - Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy - 1st Open Dog, DCC and BEST of BREED! (#16) Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori - 2nd Open Bitch (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) A very long day for Lesley and I however delighted with the results. So proud of our Danes and sincere thanks to judge Jean Pratt (pictured).

Super LEEDS!

2022-07-22

Leeds Championship Dog Show Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st Open Dog, DCC and BEST of BREED! (#15) Eukanuba Champion Stakes 3rd Judge Frank Whyte WORKING Group 2 Judge Richard Kinsey (pictured) Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori 1st Open Bitch (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Lesley and I are delighted with the wonderful wins with our two Danes today, sincere appreciation for Sigurd Wilberg, leading all rounder, who judged the breed. Congratulations to all the other winners on the day!

East of England Championship Show

2022-07-08

From an entry of 70 Danes Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy wins his 13th CC and BOB from leading all rounder Lee Cox. It was hot day but Guy kept his cool to claim the ultimate award. His full sister, Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori, topped her Open Bitch class and was awarded the RCC. Later Guy was awarded WORKING Group 2 under Bill Browne-Cole, his fourth Group 2 award - he is getting so close! Thank you for all the positive comments on the day and later on social media, Lesley and I are justifiably proud of these kids.

Guy goes BOB at Windsor!

2022-07-02

Windsor Championship Dog Show Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) 1st Open Dog, DCC and BEST of BREED! (#12) Working Group Shortlist What a lovely day Lesley and I had at Windsor today - perfect dog show weather, super size ring and of course Her Majesty keeping a watchful eye on proceedings. Delighted with Guys achievements, he never lets us down and always gives a super performance. Many thanks to breed judge Leah Connolly and group judge Christopher Quantrill. Well done to all the other winners today, thanks to those who stayed behind and supported us - it is greatly appreciated.

NGDC Championship Show

2022-06-26

A wild and windy day for the Northern Great Dane Club and their Championship Show. Sheila Richens judged the males and awarded Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st in Open Dog and later the RCC. Gillian Rose judged the bitches and awarded Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori 2nd in Open Bitch. With the final decisions between both judges Guy was awarded Reserve Best In Show. Delighted with our kids who both performed impeccably, we are justifiably proud. Here is Judge Sheila Richens critique -Very well known winner, and I can understand why. Well marked, dark brindle, with super classic head. Dark eye and melting expression. Strong crested neck with good shoulder placement, and straight bone. Not as wide in front as some, which can effect feet placement, but has excellent spring of rib and depth to chest. Correct topline with hard well angulated rear, and good width across croup, which enabled him to travel around the ring with ease, with a lithe springy action with precision. This dog ,when standing, cannot be ignored. His outline, condition, and presentation is second to none. A worthy champion, and happy to give him RCC today. Well done.

BISS Scottish GDC

2022-06-18

Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy wins 1st Open Dog, DCC and BISS at the Scottish GDC Championship Show under Sally Lewis. From an entry of 68 Danes Guy tops the lot claiming his 11th CC.

Success at Southern Counties CA

2022-06-05

Lesley and I are just home after a fabulous day at Southern Counties CA. Sincere thanks to breed judge Steve Atkinson who awarded; Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy - 1st Open Dog, DCC (#10) and BOB. Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori - 1st Open Bitch and BCC (#9). (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Guy went on to claim Working Group 3 under Espen Engh. Guy also topped the Eukanuba Champion Stakes (Working/Pastoral) under Kimmo Mustonen and later in the day was awarded Runner Up to the beautiful Fox Terrier.

Guy claims BOB at Bath CS

2022-05-29

Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy claimed his 9th CC at Bath CS under all rounder judge Mark Cocozza. A super win for Guy who also was awarded BOB from an entry of 61. There was no placing in the Group but Lesley and I were delighted with his overall performance, so proud. His full sister, Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori was 2nd in Open Bitch. The SWGDC had their B2B show and Carol Gray awarded Guy 2nd in Open and the RCC. Lori was 4th! A super venue and facilities, a wonderful day.

BEST IN SHOW

2022-04-16

Great Dane Club of Wales Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) 1st Open Dog, DCC and BEST IN SHOW! Lesley & I extend our sincere thanks to judge Maria McGuinness for thinking so highly of Guy. Very well done to all the other winners on the day especially our good friends John, Heather and Candice who won their 3rd CC at the WPBAW Show and, subject to KC confirmation, a new Champion! His Dam, Ch. Selmalda Journey To Melody At Samdice won Best Veteran In Show at the GDCoW Show! A Happy Easter!

Our Dogs Awards Issue 2021 - Cover Star...

2022-03-01

Lesley and I are very proud of our Danes achievements throughout 2021 - Ch. Selmalda ZiZi's Journey J.W. - TOP BROOD BITCH ALL BREEDS Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy - TOP GREAT DANE Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori - TOP GREAT DANE (BITCH) And 4 new Champions gained their title in the UK, 1 International Champion and 1 Irish Champion and as a consequence TOP BREEDER (Great Dane).

Our Dogs Awards Issue 2021 - Here come the girls..

2022-03-01

Our two, beautiful Champion Bitches of 2021 as featured in the aforementioned publication.

Guy goes BEST IN SHOW at Lichfield CS

2022-01-29

**🏆 Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 🏆 🏆 B E S T I N S H O W 🏆** Lichfield CS 609 Class All Breed Premier Show - over 1500 exhibits! 🔝 Sincere thanks to Breed/Group judge Graham Hill and BIS judge Mark James for appreciating Guys qualities. Lesley and I wish to thank all for their kind comments and staying to cheer Guy on!

ZiZi TOP BROOD BITCH ALL BREEDS 2021

2022-01-27

Ch. Selmalda ZiZi's Journey J.W. (Int. Ch. Multi Ch. Diplomatics Val Kilmer x Ch. Selmalda Rock Ola Baby J.W.) 🏆 Confirmed TOP BROOD BITCH ALL BREEDS '21 🏆https://www.ourdogs.co.uk/topbrood/#7 Lesley & I are on Cloud 9!

Manchester GCS

2022-01-22

Starting off the 2022 campaign as Lori concluded the 2021 season! Lesley and I are so proud of these kids, Top Bitch and Top Dog in 2021, yesterday at Manchester GCS achieved; Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori - 1st Open Bitch, BCC (#8) from judge, John Carter. Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy - 3rd Open Dog. DOB 10/04/20 (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabal X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Well done to all the other winners and to those who passed on their congratulation messages. Great to be back out and catching up with everyone.

Our Dogs Advert

2021-12-31

Lesley and I are delighted with how the Our Dogs advert looks in this years Annual!

Guy concludes 2021 as TOP GREAT DANE

2021-12-21

Lesley and I are delighted to see Guy confirmed as Top Great Dane (#4 in the Working Group) for 2021 - https://www.ourdogs.co.uk/topdog/#7 Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy DOB 10/04/20 (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabal X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) 7 CC's, 5 BOB, 6 RCC's and 3* Working Group 2's and 1* Group 3. Best Junior In Show at Blackpool CDS. Sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who have appreciated his qualities.

Ladies Kennel Association - Doing the Double!

2021-12-12

Lesley, Jacqui & I are just home after a wonderful day at the final show of the campaign, Ladies Kennel Association. Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy - 1st Open Dog, DCC and BOB. Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori - 1st Open Bitch and BCC. Sincere thanks to breed judge Kevin Young for thinking so highly of our Danes and for his lovely comments after judging. Guy put in a sterling performance in the group under Stuart J Mallard and was awarded WORKING GROUP 2 in exceptional company. (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabal X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Judge Kevin Young’s critique - Open 1st Chappell’s Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy. The star of the day. It was a pleasure to go over this Brindle male. Beautiful clean head, dark eye and alert expression. Slightly arched neck flowing into a well balanced body. He has strength and elegance which he demonstrated while moving. Presented in super form condition. CC & BOB. Thrilled to see him win G2. Judge Kevin Young’s critique - Open 1st Chappell’s Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori. Delighted to award this bitch CC. Gorgeous clean head. Correct eye giving an alert expression. Neck falling into excellent shoulders with depth and length of body. Immaculate condition. Just preferred the movement on the male CC winner for BOB. My pleasure to award her the CC.

MARGOT!

2021-11-14

We just love Irish Ch. Selmalda After All At Sundasac - dont you?

Belfast DSS Success

2021-10-24

Lesley and I have had a super day in Belfast. Aside from the showing we’ve had a lovely time with Fiona & Andy talking Danes, drinking fizz and capturing some wonderful photo memories. Thank you so much for Margot’s Champion Breeder Certificate - so proud! The results are in… Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy - 2nd Open Dog and RDCC. Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori - 1st Open Bitch, BCC (#6) and BOB from Keith Baldwin. Working Group shortlist, final 6, under Jackie Stubbs. Fiona & Andy, with their our newly crowned Ir. Ch. Selmalda After All, was 2nd in Open and considered for the RCC. Thanks Andy for the photos! Great to catch up with everyone today, well done on your awards. Judge Keith Baldwin’s critique - Open 1st Chappell’s Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori. 18 months old Fawn with dark shaded muzzle, elegant throughout of top quality, head of good length and strength, scissor bite, brown eyes of medium size, ears set on high, clean neck well arched fitting smoothly into her body, ribs well sprung and deep, front legs straight with big flat bone, stands on good feet, muscular hindquarters with good turn of stifle and hocks set low, on the move she is in tune with her handler holding her head high and covering the ground well, BCC and BOB. I was pleased to see her shortlisted in the Working Group.

Dane of the Year

2021-10-17

**DANE OF THE YEAR 17/10/21** Yearling Dog 1st Chappells Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy, Brindle. His head has parallel planes and length with darkest of eyes, ears sit well and are used to perform great expression. Front not over or underdone with shoulders of good angulations. He has tight feet set on straight legs and flat bone. Rib cage springy and of correct length for body type. Over his rear he has ample muscle. He moves! He performs a laid back action yet with power pushing from his rear and reach, foot placement during movement never off straight coming and going and easy. My BEST DOG on the day. Heather Dyson (Judge).