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The Royal Court hotel, Tamworth Road, Kersley, Coventry CV7 8JG

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saTuRdaY, 26th JulY 2014Show Opens: 8.30 am Judging: 9.30 am Dogs; Bitches not before 10.30 am

Judging will take place in two rings subject to entry levels.Judges:

Dogs: Mrs Marianne nixon (Brackenacre)Bitches: Mrs Claudia orlandi (Topsfield) [U.S.A.]

Referee: Mrs Carol daykinGuarantors to the Kennel Club:

Mr N.R. Luxmoore-Ball (Chairman), 14 St Peters Road, Watlington, Kings Lynn PE33 0JW.Mrs S. Jones (Secretary), The Willows, Bambers Green, Takeley, Bishop Stortford, Herts.

Ms J. Murray (Treasurer), 154 Bampton Lane, Darlington, Co. Durham DL13 3HF.Mrs. D. Ellrich. Crest House, Cabourne, Mkt. Rasen, Lincs LN7 6HU.

Mrs D. Newman, Rosedean, Main Street, Offenham, Worcs WR11 8LR. Mr S. Archer, Jasmine Cottage, 159 Eaugate Road, Moulton Chapel, Spalding, Lincs PE12 0XJ.

hon. Veterinary surgeon (on call): Broad Lane Vets.255 Broad Lane, Coventry CV5 7AQ. Tel: 02476 464789

All Judges at this show agree to abide by the following statement: “In assessing dogs, judges must penalise any features or exaggerations which they consider would be detrimental to the soundness, health and well being of the dog.”

Postal entries close: saturday, 28th June 2014 (Postmark)On-line entries can be made up until midnight on Sunday, 8th July 2014

Postal entries to be sent to the Show Manager: Mrs debbie ellrich

Crest house, Cabourne,Market Rasen, lincs. ln7 6hu

Tel: 01472 859711 e-mail - debsmalrich@hotmail.com

Our grateful thanks to CCL Finance Ltd. (York) for the sponsorship of this showBest in Show £50.00; Reserve Best in Show £25.00

Best Puppy in Show £25.00; Best Veteran in Show £25.00Only undocked dogs and legally docked dogs may be entered for exhibition at this show

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CLAUDIA WALLER ORLANDI PhD

Claudia’s involvement with the dog fancy began in the 1960’s as a Junior Handler of the St.Bernard, Ch. Bowser Waller. Although she has shown various breeds of dogs since, for over 20 years her passion has been breeding Basset Hounds. The Orlandi’s Topsfield Kennel is located on 200 acres in Vermont and can house between 40 to 50 Basset Hounds. Claudia and her late husband, Dom, have owned and produced over 100 Champions. Topsfield Bassets hold various Bred and All-Breed records and include National Speciality winners at all levels. Ch. Topsfield Bumper Cars C.D. ROM, a National BISS winner, was the No. 1 Hound All Breeds in 2001, and No. 2 Hound All Breeds in 2002 and is the top Group Winning Basset Hound in the history of the breed with 250 group firsts. Winner of 45 Best in Shows, Bumper Cars, to date, also holds the record for most Hound Group firsts (117) of any hound breed won in a single year. Ch. Topsfield – Vision Silver Noodles is the top winning Basset Hound bitch in breed history. Topsfield Basset Hounds have won over 100 All breed Best in Shows, over 500 Group Firsts and numerous Best in Speciality wins. They have also received a record breaking 4 Hound Dog of the Year Awards, which is awarded to the hound winning the most group firsts in a calendar year. They have been No. 1 Basset All Systems for a record 11 consecutive years.*

Claudia has served on the Basset Hound Club of America’s Health & Research Committee and has chaired Member Education for which she has designed an innovative concept called Basset Hound University. She is presently Chairman of BHCA Judges/Breeders Education. Since 1997, she has authored the column, “Breeder’s Toolbox,” in the BHCA newsletter. She speaks at numerous National Specialties and dog clubs and has been a speaker for the AKC/CHF Breeder’s Symposia, the Eukanuba Breeder’s Symposium and various AKC Judge’s Institutes. She developed a home study programme for breeders called the ABC’s of Dog Breeding, which is sponsored by the American Kennel Club and the Canine Health Foundation.

She judges Basset Hounds, Dachshunds, P.B.G.V., Beagles, Basenjis, Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Junior Showmanship. She is 2009 Dogs in Review Outstanding Breeder nominee and winner of the 2009 American Kennel Club Breeder of the Year Award.

*Dog News Top ten

MARIANNE R NIXON

My husband and I bought our first Basset Hound in 1962 and bred our first litter in 1964. We were lucky to breed Ch. Brackenacre Annabella in this litter and 17 more UK Champions plus several overseas Champions followed, all descended in direct line from Annabella. I became interested in judging various breeds in the Hound Group and now give CC’s in 18 Hound breeds. I have judged Bassets in Scandinavia, Europe and in Australia. But most notable was the Hound Group at Crufts.

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CLAUDIA WALLER ORLANDI PhD

Claudia’s involvement with the dog fancy began in the 1960’s as a Junior Handler of the St.Bernard, Ch. Bowser Waller. Although she has shown various breeds of dogs since, for over 20 years her passion has been breeding Basset Hounds. The Orlandi’s Topsfield Kennel is located on 200 acres in Vermont and can house between 40 to 50 Basset Hounds. Claudia and her late husband, Dom, have owned and produced over 100 Champions. Topsfield Bassets hold various Bred and All-Breed records and include National Speciality winners at all levels. Ch. Topsfield Bumper Cars C.D. ROM, a National BISS winner, was the No. 1 Hound All Breeds in 2001, and No. 2 Hound All Breeds in 2002 and is the top Group Winning Basset Hound in the history of the breed with 250 group firsts. Winner of 45 Best in Shows, Bumper Cars, to date, also holds the record for most Hound Group firsts (117) of any hound breed won in a single year. Ch. Topsfield – Vision Silver Noodles is the top winning Basset Hound bitch in breed history. Topsfield Basset Hounds have won over 100 All breed Best in Shows, over 500 Group Firsts and numerous Best in Speciality wins. They have also received a record breaking 4 Hound Dog of the Year Awards, which is awarded to the hound winning the most group firsts in a calendar year. They have been No. 1 Basset All Systems for a record 11 consecutive years.*

Claudia has served on the Basset Hound Club of America’s Health & Research Committee and has chaired Member Education for which she has designed an innovative concept called Basset Hound University. She is presently Chairman of BHCA Judges/Breeders Education. Since 1997, she has authored the column, “Breeder’s Toolbox,” in the BHCA newsletter. She speaks at numerous National Specialties and dog clubs and has been a speaker for the AKC/CHF Breeder’s Symposia, the Eukanuba Breeder’s Symposium and various AKC Judge’s Institutes. She developed a home study programme for breeders called the ABC’s of Dog Breeding, which is sponsored by the American Kennel Club and the Canine Health Foundation.

She judges Basset Hounds, Dachshunds, P.B.G.V., Beagles, Basenjis, Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Junior Showmanship. She is 2009 Dogs in Review Outstanding Breeder nominee and winner of the 2009 American Kennel Club Breeder of the Year Award.

*Dog News Top ten

MARIANNE R NIXON

My husband and I bought our first Basset Hound in 1962 and bred our first litter in 1964. We were lucky to breed Ch. Brackenacre Annabella in this litter and 17 more UK Champions plus several overseas Champions followed, all descended in direct line from Annabella. I became interested in judging various breeds in the Hound Group and now give CC’s in 18 Hound breeds. I have judged Bassets in Scandinavia, Europe and in Australia. But most notable was the Hound Group at Crufts.

The BasseT hound CluBofficers and Committee

President: Mrs Veronica Ross (Verwood)Vice Presidents: Mrs J. Scott Goldstone, Mr G. Johnston

Chairman: Mr N.Luxmoore Ball Vice Chairman: Mrs D. Ellrich hon. secretary: Mrs S. Jones hon. Treasurer: Ms J. Murrayshow Manager: Mrs D. Ellrich

Fire & safety officer: Nigel Luxmoore BallCommittee:

Mesdames N. Beale, S. Gilkes, S. Money, D. Newman, D. MelbourneMessrs S. Archer and P. Russell

• Fees • entry Fees: Members: First Entry per dog £13.50 Each subsequent entry with the same dog £1.00 non-Members: First Entry per dog £15.00 Each subsequent entry with the same dog £2.00 Veteran: Half Price — Entry Fee £6.00

not for Competition: £2.00 per dog Catalogues: Free to all exhibitors; £2.50 on the day For Members unable to attend the show a Catalogue (£2.00)

will be forwarded on receipt of remittance by the Secretary on or before closing of entries

advertisements: Full Page £5.00; Half Page £3.00 In anyone wishes to advertise in the catalogue please

send copy and remittance with entries. Membership: Single £8.00; Joint £9.00 Rosette donations: Rosette donations will be gratefully acknowledged

in the CatalogueIf you are not already a Member of the Basset Hound Club we will be pleased to welcome you. Annual subscriptions (January to December). Ask the Secretary for an explanatory leaflet and application form.

Cheques/Postal Orders payable to: The Basset hound ClubBANK CHArges All Bank Charges incurred by the Club on incorrectly completed or dishonoured cheques will be passed on to the exhibitor concerned.

PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO KEEP THIS VENUE CLEAN

We cannot stress too strongly that exhibitors should make every effort to clean up after their dogs. This applies to inside the hall and outside.

pleAse NoTe The committee wishes to remind parents that they are responsible for their childrens behaviour.

refresHMeNTs Available all day.

Breed sTANd & rAffle for which all contributions will be welcome.

• ClassIFICaTIon •Judges:

Dogs: Mrs Marianne nixon Bitches: Mrs Claudia orlandi Kennel Club Challenge Certificate - Dog Kennel Club Challenge Certificate - Bitch

Kennel Club Breeders' Competition - Best Breeder in Breed AwardReferee: Mrs Carol daykin

1. Veteran Dog 11. Veteran Bitch 2. Minor Puppy Dog 12. Minor Puppy Bitch 3. Puppy Dog 13. Puppy Bitch 4. Junior Dog 14. Junior Bitch 5. Yearling Dog 15. Yearling Bitch 6. Novice Dog 16. Novice Bitch 7. Post Graduate Dog 17. Post Graduate Bitch 8. Limit Dog 18. Limit Bitch 9. Open Dog 19. Open Bitch 10. Breeders Dog 20. Breeders Bitch

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21. Brace 22. Progeny 23. Junior Handling (6 - 11 years) 24. Junior Handling (12 - 16 years)

Classes 23 & 24 to be judged during the lunch break

We will also be running a K.C. Breeders competition. Entries to be taken by the Secretary on the day. Breeders are reminded to bring their K.C. Record Book.

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• RoseTTes •Best in Show • Reserve Best in Show

Best Opposite SexBest Puppy in Show • Best Opposite Sex Puppy

Best Veteran • Best Opposite Sex VeteranDog CC • Reserve Dog CC • Bitch CC • Reserve Bitch CC

1st to 5th place in all classesPrize Money All Classes 1st £2.00; 2nd £1.00; 3rd 50p

Our grateful thanks to CCL Finance Ltd (York) for BIS £50.00 RBIS £25.00 BPIS £25.00 BVIS £25.00

GlassWaRe for BesT In shoW, ReseRVe BesT In shoW,BesT oPPosITe seX, BesT VeTeRan In shoW, BesT PuPPY In shoW

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Welcome evening - with Traditional Pub Quiz Fish & chip buffet Sausage & mash buffet Ploughman’s salad

Diamond Anniversary Dinner & Dance Starter: Prawn cocktail / melon Main Course Roast Beef / salmon / vegetarian Dessert: Apple pie (custard or cream) / profiteroles / cheese

Health Symposium Any donation to the Basset Hound Health Group would be appreciated

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The Basset Hound Club’s 60th Anniversary 2014

Diamond Jubilee Weekend

Friday 25th July - Welcome Evening with a traditional British menu and a pub quiz.

Saturday 26th July - BHC Championship Show followed later by a Champagne Reception

& Dinner & Dance

Sunday 27th July -Health Symposium

At The Royal Court Hotel, Coventry.

You are cordially invited to attend the

The Basset Hound Club’s 60th Anniversary

Diamond Jubilee Weekend 25th, 26th and 27th July 2014

At the magnificent Royal Court Hotel, Tamworth Road, Keresley, Coventry, Warwickshire. CV7 8JG

(Hotel reservations—please book direct with the Events Team on 02476 334171 Negotiated room rates: bed &

breakfast - per night - £50 double/£40 single Dogs are allowed in the room (securely crated) at no

extra cost.)

The Club will hold its 60th Anniversary Championship Show with internationally acclaimed judges:

Mrs Marianne Nixon (Brackenacre) - UK (dogs) Dr Claudia Orlandi (Topsfield) - USA (bitches)

Friday 25th July - Welcome evening with a traditional British menu and a pub quiz.

The fun starts at 6 pm with a glass of Pimms followed by buffet and quiz.

Saturday 26th July - Champagne reception, dinner & dance

To be held in the hotel’s grand ballroom. Champagne reception

at 7pm with the dinner commencing at 7.30 pm

Menu Starter

Prawn cocktail

or

Fan of seasonal melon and a fruit coulis (V)

Main Course

Roasted British beef with Yorkshire pudding

or

Poached salmon fillet with a wild mushroom and white wine sauce

or

Goats cheese and pepper Wellington (V)

Dessert

Hot apple pie with custard or fresh cream or

Profiteroles with a hot chocolate sauce or

A selection of cheeses and accompaniments

Sunday 27th July -Health Symposium

Starting at 11.00 in the hotel by the Basset Hound Health Group

Educational displays and a talk by Dr Claudia Orlandi about health

issues effecting our breed today

You are cordially invited to attend the

The Basset Hound Club’s 60th Anniversary

Diamond Jubilee Weekend 25th, 26th and 27th July 2014

At the magnificent Royal Court Hotel, Tamworth Road, Keresley, Coventry, Warwickshire. CV7 8JG

(Hotel reservations—please book direct with the Events Team on 02476 334171 Negotiated room rates: bed &

breakfast - per night - £50 double/£40 single Dogs are allowed in the room (securely crated) at no

extra cost.)

The Club will hold its 60th Anniversary Championship Show with internationally acclaimed judges:

Mrs Marianne Nixon (Brackenacre) - UK (dogs) Dr Claudia Orlandi (Topsfield) - USA (bitches)

Friday 25th July - Welcome evening with a traditional British menu and a pub quiz.

The fun starts at 6 pm with a glass of Pimms followed by buffet and quiz.

Saturday 26th July - Champagne reception, dinner & dance

To be held in the hotel’s grand ballroom. Champagne reception

at 7pm with the dinner commencing at 7.30 pm

Menu Starter

Prawn cocktail

or

Fan of seasonal melon and a fruit coulis (V)

Main Course

Roasted British beef with Yorkshire pudding

or

Poached salmon fillet with a wild mushroom and white wine sauce

or

Goats cheese and pepper Wellington (V)

Dessert

Hot apple pie with custard or fresh cream or

Profiteroles with a hot chocolate sauce or

A selection of cheeses and accompaniments

Sunday 27th July -Health Symposium

Starting at 11.00 in the hotel by the Basset Hound Health Group

Educational displays and a talk by Dr Claudia Orlandi about health

issues effecting our breed today

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deFInITIons oF Classes(N.B. The word 'dog' includes both sexes)

In the following definitions, a Challenge Certificate includes any Show award that counts towards the title of Champion under the rules of any governing body recognised by the Kennel Club. Wins at Championship Shows in breed classes where Challenge Certificates are not on offer shall be counted as wins at Open Shows. In the case of a dog owned in partnership and entered in Members' classes or competing for Members' Specials each partner must at the time of entry be a member of the Society. In estimating the number of awards won, all wins up to and including the seventh day before the date of closing of entries shall be counted when entering for any class i.e. saturday, 21st June 2014.Wins in Variety clases do not count for entry in breed classes but when entering for Variety classes, wins in both Breed and Variety classes must be counted. A First Prize does not include a Special Prize of whatever value.If an exhibitor reports before the judging of a class or classes that a dog has been entered which is ineligible, the exhibitor may choose one of the following options:- (1) Withdrawal The dog may be withdrawn from competition subject to the conditions of Regulations 9(j) and 21. (2) Transfer a) If a dog is ineligible for a class or classes as regards its colour, sex, weight or height the Show Secretary

shall transfer it to the equivalent class or classes for the correct colour, sex, weight or height and, in the event of there being no equivalent class, Minor Puppy and Puppy excepted to the Open class for the correct colour, sex, weight or height.

b) For an exhibit entered incorrectly in a Minor Puppy Class, Puppy Class or Junior Class, which is over age but under twelve calendar months of age, eighteen calendar months of age or 24 calendar months of age respectively, the Show Secretary shall transfer the exhibit to the Puppy Class, Junior Class or Yearling Class respectively for the correct colour, sex, weight or height and in the event of there being no Puppy, Junior or Yearling Class to the Open Class for the correct colour, sex, weight or height.

c) For any reason other than the above, the Show Secretary shall transfer it to the Open Class for the correct colour, sex, weight or height.

d) If an exhibit arrives late and misses a class, even if it is the only class in which the dog is entered, the dog may not be transferred to any other class.

MInoR PuPPY For dogs of six and not exceeding nine calendar months of age on the first day of the Show.PuPPY For dogs of six and not exceeding twelve calendar months of age on the first day of the Show.JunIoR For dogs of six and not exceeding eighteen calendar months of age on the first day of the Show.YeaRlInG For dogs of twelve and not exceeding twenty-four calendar months of age on the first day of the Show. noVICe For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate or three or more First Prizes at Open and

Championship Shows (Minor Puppy, Special Minor Puppy, Puppy and Special Puppy classes excepted, whether restricted or not).

PosT GRaduaTe For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate or 5 or more First Prizes at Championship Shows in Post Graduate, Minor Limit, Mid Limit, Limit and Open Classes whether restricted or not where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed.

lIMIT For dogs which have not become show Champions under Kennel Club Regulations or under the rules of any governing body recognised by the Kennel Club or won 7 or more First Prizes in all at Championship Shows in Limit and Open classes, confined to the breed, whether restricted or not, at Shows where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed.

oPen For all dogs of the breeds for which the class is provided and eligible for entry at the Show.VeTeRan For dogs of not less than seven years of age on the first day of the Show.BRaCe For two exhibits (either sex or mixed) of one breed belonging to the same exhibitor, each exhibit having

been entered in some class other than Brace or Team.BReedeRs For dogs bred by the exhibitor.PRoGenY For a dog or bitch accompanied by at least 3 of its registered progeny, having been entered and exhibited

in another class. The Dog or Bitch and the progeny need not be registered in the same ownership.adVIsoRY noTICenoT FoR CoMPeTITIon Societies may at their discretion, accept Not for Competition entries. Societies may

accept such entries from breeds of dog not included within the title of the Society and at Shows held over more than one day, such entries may be accepted on any day from any breed.

Rules and ReGulaTIons 1. The Show will open at 8.30 am. 2. Dogs will be received at any time after the opening of the show but it is the exhibitor's responsibility to

ensure that dogs are available for judging when required. 3. Judging will commence at 9.30 am dogs; bitches not before 10.30 am. 4. Exhibits may be removed from the Show after their judging has been completed. The show will close half

an hour after all judging has been completed. 5. The use of cooking stoves in the proximity of the tenting and benching areas is forbidden except as

authorised by the Show Management. 6. entry Fees: Members: First Entry per dog £13.50; each subsequent entry with the same dog £1.00.

non-Members: First Entry per dog £15.00; each subsequent entry with the same dog £2.00. Veteran: £6.00 first entry per dog; not for Competition: £2.00 per dog. Catalogues: Free to all exhibitors £2.50 on the day. advertisements: £5.00 Full page; £3.00 Half page. 2013 Membership subscription: £9.00 Joint; £8.00 Single.

7. There is prize money on offer at this show BIS £50.00; RBIS £25.00; BPIS £25.00; BVIS £25.00: All classes 1st £2.00; 2nd £1.00; 3rd 50p.

8. The Committee reserves to itself the right to refuse entries. 9. Puppies under six calendar months of age on the first day of the Show are not eligible for exhibition. 10. The mating of bitches within the precincts of the Show is forbidden. 11. Best puppy in show Where a Best Puppy in Show competition is scheduled the Best Puppy in Show is

a puppy which has competed and is unbeaten by any other puppy exhibited at the same Show. A puppy is a dog of six and not exceeding twelve calendar months of age on the first day of the Show. Where the Best in Show is a puppy it will also automatically be Best Puppy in Show. Similarly, if the Reserve Best in Show is a puppy which has only been beaten by an adult dog it will also automatically be Best Puppy in Show. Consequently, selection of Best Puppy in Show must follow the selection of Best in Show.

Best Puppy in Show must be selected from puppies which have been judged and which are unbeaten by any other puppy.

Withdrawal from Other Competition: Puppies which become eligible for Best Puppy in Show may be withdrawn from all other competition, other than Breed Classes prior to the competition for Best Puppy in Show as appropriate, in order to remain unbeaten. A puppy beaten in competition for Best Puppy in Show may subsequently be exhibited in all competition for which it was previously eligible. The dog declared Best Puppy in Show, however, must not compete in any subsequent competition.

Proviso: For the purpose of this Regulation, dogs beaten in competition for Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, Progeny, Brace and Team or a Special Award confined to one breed will not be considered to be a beaten dog.

12. Best in show The dog declared Best in Show is a dog which had competed and is unbeaten by any other dog exhibited at the same Show. Best in Show must be selected from the exhibits declared Best of Sex providing they are unbeaten winning dogs. Reserve Best in Show must be selected from the Best Opposite Sex and the Reserve Best of Sex to the exhibit declared Best in Show. The dogs declared Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show must not compete in any subsequent competition.

Withdrawal from Other Competition: Dogs which become eligible for Best in Show maybe withdrawn from all other competition, other than breed classes prior to the competition for Best in Show as appropriate in order to remain unbeaten. A dog beaten in competition for Best in Show may subsequently be exhibited in all competition for which it was previously eligible. The dogs declared Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show however, must not compete in any subsequent competition.

Proviso: For the purposes of this Regulation, dogs beaten in competition for Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, Progeny, Brace and Team or a Special Award confined to a single breed, will not be considered to be beaten dogs.

13. Exhibits will not be admitted to Best in Show competition after a period of ten minutes has elapsed since the announcement that exhibits are required for judging, unless they have been unavoidably delayed by previous judging not being completed on time, and then only with the special permission of the Show Management.

14. No modifications will be made to this Schedule except by permission of the General Committee of the Kennel Club, which will be followed by advertisement in the Canine Press wherever possible.

15. All exhibitors must be familiar with Kennel Club Regulation F (Annex B) - Regulations for the Preparation of Dogs for Exhibition.

16. All dogs resident outside of the UK must be issued with a Kennel Club Authority to Compete number before entry to the show/event can be made. All overseas entries without an Authority to Compete number will be returned to the exhibitor/competitor.

17. dogs in Cars on hot days. Your dog is vulnerable and at risk during hot weather and the Kennel Club offers the following guidance to help guide you through the do’s and don’ts travelling to and whilst at KC

licensed events.• When travelling to a show please take a moment to consider whether the route to the show is on a

busy holiday route, and leave earlier to avoid increased time in traffic jams.• If your vehicle is not air-conditioned seriously consider whether travelling to the show is a good idea

at all.• The vehicle should be as fully ventilated as possible, and plenty of stops should be taken, with lots of

water available to drink.• Ensure your dog is not sitting in full sunlight. There should be plenty of free flowing air around the

dog.• When at the show, never leave your dog in the vehicle.• Keep the dog in the shade - take your own shade for example a large umbrella and always have plenty

of water available to drink so your dog stays well hydrated.• Avoid your dog taking part in unnecessary exertion, or from standing in exposed sunlight for extended

lengths of time. Remember, if you feel hot your dog is very likely to feel much hotter and dehydrated, and this could

lead to dire results. Please look after your dog’s welfare. WaRnInG: IF YouR doG Is Found To Be aT RIsK FoRCIBle enTRY To YouR VehICle MaY Be neCessaRY WIThouT lIaBIlITY FoR anY daMaGe Caused. Anyone whose dog is entered at a Kennel Club licensed event should take all reasonable steps to ensure the needs of their dog(s) are met, and should not put a dog’s health and welfare at risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise. Breach of Kennel Club Regulations in this respect may be referred to the General Committee for disciplinary action under Kennel Club Rules and Regulations. Exhibitors/Competitors are reminded that show societies have the right under Kennel Club Regulation to refuse any entry.

18. Not for Competition entries will be accepted. Details of each dog so entered must be recorded on the entry form and must be Kennel Club registered.

19. Any owner, exhibitor, handler or other person in charge of a dog is requested to remove as soon as possible any fouling caused by their dog(s) at any Kennel Club licensed event within the licensed venue and within the environs of that event including car and caravan parks and approaches. Adequate receptacles for the disposal of such fouling will be provided.

20. Should the Judge be prevented from fulfilling his/her engagement the committee reserve to themselves the right of appointing another judge to fulfill his/her duties. Exhibitors are at liberty to withdraw from competition but no entrance fee can be returned.

21. No person shall carry out punitive correction or harsh handling of a dog at any time whilst at the licensed venue including its environs, car park and caravan parks and approaches.

22. The owner, exhibitor, handler or other person in charge of a dog at Kennel Club licensed events must at all times ensure that the dog is kept under proper control whilst at the licensed venue, including its environs, car and caravan parks and approaches. This Regulation applies before (at any time during the set up period at the venue), during the event and afterwards (at any time during the breakdown of the event).

23. Every exhibitor shall ensure that whilst the dog is being exhibited, its handler shall display the correct ring number.

healTh and saFeTY deClaRaTIonExhibitors and spectators are reminded that, just as the Basset Hound Club has a responsibility to ensure the health and safety of all those attending their event, exhibitors show at their own risk if conditions are not ideal and have a duty and responsibility for their own safety. They are therefore expected to take great care to avoid guide ropes, uneven surfaces and other hazards, which are inevitable and integral elements of a dog show. Those bringing and using portable items of equipment such as folding chairs, trolleys, cages, and grooming tables also have a responsibility to ensure that their tools, equipment and collapsible furniture is used and erected safely and does not constitute a hazard to others. Exhibitors are also reminded that they should wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the prevailing conditions on the site.

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The Breeders’ Competition offers the following Awards:

Best Breeder in Breed/AVNSC classes 1st, 2nd and 3rdBest Breeder in Group 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

Grand Final at Crufts 2015The following requirements apply to entries for these awards:1. BreederswishingtoenterthecompetitionshouldfirstpurchaseaBreedersCompetitionRecord

Book from the Kennel Club or from the show secretary.2. The Breeder enters for the award in his/her name and is responsible for arranging which

exhibits form their breeder group, or team.3. The Breedermust complete the Record Book accurately with all necessary details before

presenting it to the show organisers.4. The Breeder is responsible for obtaining the necessary authority to compete from the show

organisers(ordesignatedofficialsuchastheRingSteward)tocompetefortheaward.5. The Breeder’s team must consist of a minimum of three and a maximum of four dogs of the

same breed, all of which must be entered in a class at the show.6. A Breeder may enter more than one team per show.7. All dogs must have the same registered breeder.8. The ‘beaten dog’ rule will NOT apply.9. BestBreederinBreedandBestBreederinAVNSCClassesgoesthroughtoaBestBreederin

Group award.10. Breeders acquire points in competition over a calendar year as follows: Best Breeder in Breed/AVNSC Classes 3 points SecondplaceBreederinBreed/AVNSCClasses 2points ThirdplaceBreederinBreed/AVNSCClasses 1point Best Breeder in Group 4 points SecondplaceBreederinGroup 3points Third place Breeder in Group 2 points Fourth place Breeder in Group 1 point

The Breeders who have amassed a minimum of 25 points over a calendar year will qualify for the Final/Semi-Finalinthefollowingyear.Itisnotarequirementtowithdrawfromthecompetitionuponreaching 25 points. At the end of the competition year in question, Breeders should forward their record books to the Canine Activities Department at the Kennel Club which will advise whether they havequalifiedfortheCruftsFinal.

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The Breeders’ Competition offers the following Awards:

Best Breeder in Breed/AVNSC classes 1st, 2nd and 3rdBest Breeder in Group 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th

Grand Final at Crufts 2015The following requirements apply to entries for these awards:1. BreederswishingtoenterthecompetitionshouldfirstpurchaseaBreedersCompetitionRecord

Book from the Kennel Club or from the show secretary.2. The Breeder enters for the award in his/her name and is responsible for arranging which

exhibits form their breeder group, or team.3. The Breedermust complete the Record Book accurately with all necessary details before

presenting it to the show organisers.4. The Breeder is responsible for obtaining the necessary authority to compete from the show

organisers(ordesignatedofficialsuchastheRingSteward)tocompetefortheaward.5. The Breeder’s team must consist of a minimum of three and a maximum of four dogs of the

same breed, all of which must be entered in a class at the show.6. A Breeder may enter more than one team per show.7. All dogs must have the same registered breeder.8. The ‘beaten dog’ rule will NOT apply.9. BestBreederinBreedandBestBreederinAVNSCClassesgoesthroughtoaBestBreederin

Group award.10. Breeders acquire points in competition over a calendar year as follows: Best Breeder in Breed/AVNSC Classes 3 points SecondplaceBreederinBreed/AVNSCClasses 2points ThirdplaceBreederinBreed/AVNSCClasses 1point Best Breeder in Group 4 points SecondplaceBreederinGroup 3points Third place Breeder in Group 2 points Fourth place Breeder in Group 1 point

The Breeders who have amassed a minimum of 25 points over a calendar year will qualify for the Final/Semi-Finalinthefollowingyear.Itisnotarequirementtowithdrawfromthecompetitionuponreaching 25 points. At the end of the competition year in question, Breeders should forward their record books to the Canine Activities Department at the Kennel Club which will advise whether they havequalifiedfortheCruftsFinal.

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address of the venue: The Royal Court hotel, Tamworth Road, Keresley, Coventry CV7 8JG

NB: FROM ALL PARTS OF THE COUNTRY IT IS STRONGLY ADVISED THAT YOU APPROACH THE HOTEL FROM THE A45, LEAVING AT THE A4114 EXIT. IF YOU GET LOST PHONE THE HOTEL ON 02476 334171 AND A MEMBER OF STAFF WILL TRY TO HELP YOU.

From all directions via M6: Exit M6 at junction 4 (NEC and Airport) then follow A446 signed to Warwick and Coventry for a short distance to a roundabout. Take A45 (left) East towards Coventry City Centre, (60mph dual carriageway). After about 5 miles, take slip road off to left signposted A4114 Coventry and Allesley. To start with, follow signs to Coventry City along dual carriageway (70mph limit). At next roundabout take Coundon Wedge Drive, signed to Browns Jaguar Plant (NOT Coventry City Centre). At next roundabout (Jaguar Plant is off to the left) follow signs to Keresley still on Coundon Wedge Drive, go past the RSPCA Kennels on the left to the next roundabout with Wyvale Garden Centre on the right. Go straight on into Long Lane, keep going to the T Junction and turn right into Tamworth Road. Be careful as this is a difficult turning with poor visibility. The hotel is almost immediately on the left. It is only about 2 miles from the A45.

From north West via M6 Toll: The M6 Toll road merges with the A42. Stay on this to Junction 6 (NEC and Airport). Exit here and take the A45 East towards Coventry and follow the directions as from M6.

From south West via M5/M42: Exit M5 at Junction 4a onto M42. Stay on M42 (East and North), exit at Junction 6 (NEC and Airport). Take A45 East towards Coventry City Centre and then follow directions as from M6.

From south via M40: Exit M5 at Junction 15 onto the A46 Northwards towards Coventry, passing Warwick en route. After about 10 miles take the exit onto the A45 towards Birmingham. Go all around the South edge of Coventry City on Ring Road (40mph dual carriageway) for about 6 miles, going straight over a couple of roundabouts and about 5 sets of traffic lights. Almost immediately after the speed limit changes to 60mph take slip road to left signposted A4114 Coventry City Centre and Allesley. Then follow directions as from M6.

From north via M1/M42: Exit M1 at Junction 23a onto A42 which becomes M42. Exit M42 at Junction 6 (NEC and Airport). Take A45 East towards Coventry City Centre and then follow directions as from M6.

From south via M1/M45: Exit M1 at Junction 17 onto M45, which becomes A45 heading Westwards all the way to Coventry Ring Road (about 15 miles). The A46 from M69 and North joins from the right at a large roundabout near to Coventry Airport and Baginton. Take care to stay on the A45 heading towards Coventry and Birmingham. The A46 joins from the South shortly after the speed limit drops from 60mph to 40mph. Then follow the same Ring Road directions as above from the M40, until reaching the A4114 exit after about 6 miles. The follow directions as from M6.

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