2025-08-16
A lovely, sunny day at Welsh Kennel Club where breed Judge Jill Cranfield officiated... Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st Open Dog, DCC & BOB (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Lesley and I sincerely appreciate all the positive, kind comments on all that Guy achieves and to those who stayed behind to supprt us in the Group! A special thanks to Working Group judge Paul Harding who considered Guy right down to his final 8. Also, thank you to both Tammy and Annette for the photographs and of course those back home who make this all possible. Judge Jill Cranfield's critique - OD (2) 1st Chappell's Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy. Well what can you say about this dog that hasn't already been said? When I got my hands on him I could see why he is our Breed Record Holder, beautifully marked dark Brindle, he has the kindest expression with correct head planes and a super dark eye, well arched neck, correct front and rear angulation, holding his topline stood and on the move, moved well. DCC & BOB and was pleased to hear he was shortlisted later in the Group.
2025-08-15
Lesley and I are both delighted and proud of the feature in this weeks edition of Our Dogs. Strategically placed at the top of Page 2 we are beyond proud of all that Guy achieves. Breaking records and making history.
2025-08-09
Bournemouth CA Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy Breaking records and making history! 1st Open Dog, DCC & BOB, Working Group Shortlist (8) (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Lesley and I are super proud of Guy's 'Diamond' CC and thank breed judge Espen Engh (Jets) for his valued opinion and post-judging comments. Also, Cath Moffatt for the consideration in the Group. Congratulations to the other winners on the day and all that applauded him from a number of breeds watching. Thank you. Also, Tammy for the photo, you are the best! As always, to our amazing team at home that allow us to do what we do - much love and thanks.
2025-08-03
The parent club, the oldest Great Dane Club in the world - The Great Dane Club. Always an honour to exhibit at this show and even more rewarding when you come out on top. Judge John Purnell awarded Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st in Open Dog and ultimately, in the challenge, the CC. Along with co-judge Glynn Payne they unanimously agreed that he should be BEST IN SHOW.
2025-08-02
From Paignton we headed to Crick to commence with the Festival Weekend and first up was the Great Dane Breeders & Owners Association Championship Show. Appointed judge Dr. Ronald James not only awarded Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st in Open Dog but also presented him with his 73rd Challenge Certificate! Guy was eventual RBIS and BOS!
2025-08-01
It was a long haul to Paignton but certainly reaped the rewards. Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy was awarded his 72nd CC and eventual BOB from breed judge Kris Kingsley. It was her first time out post litter for Ch. Selmalda Oh Lori and chuffed to bits when she topped Open and was preesented with the RBCC. Onto the Working Group and following a shortlist down to the final eight from judge Jeff Horswell we really couldn't have been happier when he gave the nod to him for Group 2! Excellent.
2025-06-22
A super entry for judge John Walsh at the Northern Great Dane Club Championship Show with 33 Male Danes making 45 entries! Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st Open Dog & DCC - his 70th! (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) A significant milestone for Guy winning his seventieth CC on the day! Lesley and I are beyond proud of all that he achieves! Many thanks and appreciation to our judge today and for the ringside applause, support and great comments.
2025-06-11
We were delighted to see that Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy is again top of the leaderboard. He never fails to impress and both Lesley and I are delighted to see him still here.
2025-06-04
The late, and great, Ch. Selmalda ZiZi's Journey J.W. not only a Champion herself but also a super producer having now given us six Champions with the four UK offspring amassing over 90 Challenge Certificates! Her legacy continues...
2025-05-31
Down to Thatcham for Southern Counties Canine Association where first timer Cath Moffat had an entry of 45 Danes. Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st Open Dog & DCC. (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Really looking forward to when Lesley can join us at the Shows but we were both chuffed to bits of what Guy achieved today. Many thanks and appreciation to our judge today and for the ringside applause, support and great comments. Judge Cath Moffat's critique OD (4,1) 1st Chappell's Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy. Brindle male of 4 years, masculine strong head with correct muzzle and good lip, high set ears and soft eye with lovely expression, straight legs with excellent flat bone and correct feet, good depth of brisket with a pleasing forechest, sound in topline with lovely angulation fore and aft, well sprung rib and short loin, he moved out well with a steady and efficient gait. DCC.
2025-05-18
Another super, long, day this time at SKC Championship Dog Show where Bridgette Bodle was appointed with an entry of 44 Danes. Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st Open Dog, DCC & BOB (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Lesley again couldnt be there today however we are both extremely proud of what Guy achieved today. Many thanks and appreciation for the ringside applause, support and great comments. Again many thanks to Kat for capturing the moment. Congratulations to all the other winners on the day! Judge Bridgette Bodle's critique - OD (7,2) 1st & DCC, BOB Chappell's Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy, a 4 year old well marked Brindle presented in super condition, striking and balanced in outline with a well proportioned head, good fill under the eye, broad muzzle and square lips, strong arched neck and long well laid shoulders. He stands true in front on strong oval bone and good feet, I particularly liked the flow from his neck through to withers and firm level topline and his well developed, but not overdone forechest and depth of chest. On the move he goes easily and accurately around the ring.
2025-04-27
A glorious sunshine day in Malvern for the first outdoor show of the campaign with WELKS. Our appointed judge Joe Smith had attracted an entry of 56 exhibits and cannot thank him highly enough for Guy's awards. Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st Open Dog, DCC & BOB (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Whilst Lesley couldnt be there today we are both extremely proud of Guy and all that he achieves and pass on our thanks and appreciation for the ringside applause, support and great comments. Thank you also to the Working Group judge Graham Hill who shortlisted him down to the final 8. Judge Joe Smith's critique - OD (5) 1 Chappell's Ch Selmalda Jealous Guy, 4 year old dark brindle now at his peak. Classic outline standing, balanced masculine headpiece, super neck and front assembly, excellent bone. Soundly made body, held his topline on the move, well handled to show off all his virtues, Dog CC and Best Of Breed.
2025-04-19
It was a cold day in the sheds for the Working & Pastoral Breeds Association of Wales Championship Show where Yvonne McGlynn was appointed. From an entry of 49 exhibits she awarded Guy - Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy 1st Open Dog, DCC & BOB (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Judge Yvonne McGlynn's critique - Open Dog 1st Chappell's Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy, 5 years old, big, dark Brindle male, masculine head with correct drop of lip and head planes, he has dark well set eyes with a narrow back skull, correct dentition, he has a strong clean dry neck into clean neck set and withers. His front is well filled and chest is down to the elbows, tight padded feet, has strong, straight bone, he is short coupled and stands foresquare with clean lines, he has a correct turn of stifle and good width of second thigh, he excelled in movement and was well presented and handled with a calm temperament. He was easily BOB today and I was pleased to award this to him.
2025-03-24
An updated advertisement for the Midland & West Annual that arrived this week. Beyond proud.
2025-01-23
Lesley and I are beyond delighted and proud that ZiZi is once again TOP BROOD BITCH 2024. The dam of four UK and two International Champions, including the UK's Breed Record Record Holder, she has proven to be one of our top producers. A bitter sweet moment for us as we lost ZiZi last month. Ch. Selmalda ZiZi's Journey J.W. (Multi. Int. Ch. Diplomatics Val Kilmer x Ch. Selmlada Rock Ola Baby J.W.)
2024-12-31
As always Lesley and I are delighted with our two page spread on the inside cover and opposite within the bumper Our Dogs Annual!
2024-12-13
At the final Championship Show of the 2024 campaign Fran Kaye judged the breed and awarded Ch. Selmlada Jealous Guy his 65th Challenge Certificate! What a year the the team have had! Thanks to Judge Fran Kaye for the following critique - OD (4/2) 1st Chappell's Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy, Brindle. Impressive male standing and on the move. Strongly built with correct amount of bone and substance, balanced masculine head, excellent ratio of head to height, good strength of jaw, flat skull, medium dark eyes giving attentive expression, eas well set, arched neck onto well made shoulders, straight fore legs, deep body, good fore chest, firm back and loin showing strength at rear, nicely muscled throughout, good turn of stifle giving free easy movement with drive. CC.
2024-12-01
The final Club Championship Show of the campaign witnessed Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy claiming his 64th CC from judge Alan Mease. Here is his critique - Open dog 1st Open - Chappell, Mrs L & Mr A - CH Selmalda Jealous Guy (AI) Brindle of 4 years of age, well what does one write of a dog that so much has been written before? By far the best dog of the day he just stands away from the rest on his overall breed type and balance - I now know why he is top male in the breed and thank you for bringing him for my opinion. He has the best of heads with correct planes and balance to it good ear size and set, wonderful eye and expression correct bite with strong jaw, his neck is strong arched and leading into the best of shoulders with great return of upper arm giving him good reach in front movement, great bone and the tightest of feet, deep in body with well sprung rib carried well back, his topline is firm and carried well at all times be it on the stack or movement, his hind angulation compliments the front angles perfectly, with strong hocks, his movement is a joy to watch from any angle so true and sound covering the ground with ease CC & RBIS.
2024-11-16
A hat-trick of Top 12 Super League Wins! Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy (Jr. Cr. Ch. Am. Ch. King Arthur De Casaarabel X Ch. Selmalda ZiZi’s Journey J.W.) Lesley and I are beyond proud of the BREED RECORD HOLDER who never fails to put in 100%. Sincere thanks to judge Tim Hutchings (Winuwuk) for recognising his qualities and all the ring side support - it is greatly appreciated. Congratulations to all the qualifiers and winners on the day and of course Carol and her South Western GDC who hosted the event - many thanks! Judge Tim Hutching's critique - 'Super League Dogs 1st Chappell’s Ch Selmalda Jealous Guy top quality male, brimful of breed type and I really don’t think I have ever seen him look or perform better. Completely masculine but elegant with it. Superb angulation front and back, perfect overall proportion, strong topline and all of a piece. His head is magnificent with all the quality, detailing, length, balance and proportion that you could wish for. Presented in tip top condition. Moves with the scope and drive that you would expect from his copy-book angulation and he is 100% accurate on the down and back. A magnificent Great Dane who, in the final analysis, was unlucky to come up against a magnificent bitch who knows just how to throw her neck and preen down her nose at exactly the right moment. An honour and a privilege to judge them both. Two greats of the breed.'
2024-10-24
It was another super day at Midland Counties where Irene McManus (Metaxa) judged the Danes. A super sized ring allowed us to move out accordingly and delighted that Irene found Ch. Selmalda Jealous Guy - awarding him 1st in his Open Dog class and ultimately is 63rd CC! In addition Tim Ball judged the Eukanuba Champion Stakes and awarded Guy top honours in a hotly contrested class. Tim's critique reads, EUKANUBA CHAMPION STAKES AV Utility/Working Champion D/B (41,21) 1. Chappell’s Ch Selmalda Jealous Guy (AI). 4 yr old brindle Great Dane dog. Super boy who was shown to advantage here and could not be overlooked. All male, carrying excellent bone yet retaining the elegance of the breed. Clean, well arched neck of good length to balance, the best of toplines, excellent ribbing, muscular loins and tail just right for set and carriage. Most impressive head with masculine expression giving desired impression of great length. First class construction, standing foot perfect in front on the best of feet with excellent forechest. When gaiting he covers the ground with sublime carriage and is true both coming and going.
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