Kiswahili pointers is home to:
Kiswahili Quantum of Solace (Syd) DOB 28.01.10 by Wherathy Walter of Calderside ex. Kiswahili Storm in a Tea Cup. Syd is a lovely young b/w puppy that we hope that he will be shown later in the year. Syd has now been sold to a home that plans to show him as we are unable to do him justice at the moment. We are looking forward to seeing him in the ring.
Syd at 12 weeks old.
Kiswahili Storm in a Tea Cup(Toto) DOB. 09.05.07 Toto rejoined us after the sad death of her owner, Mr John Sheridan (Wyndsmoor). She has now gone out on loanto a home where she is the centre of attention, as she was unhappy as part of the 'gang' here. Hopefully she will be shown during 2010 and we plan a litter from her in early 2011.
Lokmadi Love for Lydia by Kiswahili (Lydia) DOB. 17.03.09. Lydia has had a successful start to her show career. Lydia has gone to live with our friends Neal and Ruth, for the time being, so that their daughter, Ella, can show her in junior handling classes. She will also be shown in breed classes - we are looking forward to her continuing her show career.
Lydia at Crufts 2010.
Eastonite Dapper (Danny)DOB. 20.02.08 - Brittany
Pictured here on 08.09.09. Danny has now gone to live with his sister, Carly.
Penwest Phineas at Kiswahili JW (Hutch) DOB 12.11.2005 - liver and white dog who has gained his JW and Stud Book number.He has 2 CC's - one with BOB and BIS at the Pointer Club of Scotland Championship show 2008, and his second at National Gundog in August 2009. Hutch is one of the dogs that we show regularly and has his own page on this website.
Show dog Hutch!
Hutch at home (above & below) - homeboy Hutch; happy, loving and loyal.
Kiswahili Catcher in the Rye (Rye) DOB 29.04.06 - orange and white dog who is slowly maturing and will be shown more in 2008. He also has his own page on this website. Rye gained his Stud Book Number in July 2008 and won his first RCC on 06.09.09 at City of Birmingham Championship show.
Rye on 08.09.09 - after his run, puffed out!!
Wyndsmoor Gold Lace of Kiswahili (Carla) DOB 10.08.2003
Carla is Mum to Rye, Rudi, K.Martin and Corkie - she has been a successful show girl, gaining her Stud Book Number, and is now starting to prove herself as a brood. She has recently been retired from breeding and the show ring to enjoy her time in a retirement home, where she is bringing joy and companionship to Marie in Waltham.
Carla 20.12.09.
Sedgekirk Sooner or Later of Kiswahili(Jessica)
(10.01.1995 - 28.11.08) orange and white bitch; gained numerous awards and her Stud Book Number. She produced many show winning 'children' including two RCC winners.
Jess was put to sleep on 28.11.08 to save her from further suffering and we miss her dreadfully. She was one in a million - our dog of a lifetime!
Rest Safe, free from pain, my Darling Girl!!
Penwest Psyche for Kiswahili(Willow) DOB 28.03.2002 - orange and white bitch; gained RCC and her Stud Book Number, plus many other awards. Now retired from the show ring, Willow is enjoying being a house dog and pottering about!
Pictured September 2009 - Willow is not docked; she is wagging her tail!!
Harry and Gertie the two Jack Russells.
Harry (DOB 09.02.1994) passed away in July 2009 at 15 1/2 years old - we miss him dreadfully as does Gertie. He had been with us from 7 weeks of age.
Gertie (DOB 12.02.1994) was 16 in February 2010 and is happily getting on with her life despite missing Harry so much. She has found a new lease of life sharing her life with Luna, the mini-smooth dachsie - long may it continue!
Lucy the Border Collie, who belongs to Ben, was 5 years old in August 2010.
DOB 21.08.2005.
Shanandi Hot Chilli (Miniature Poodle) - Chilli joined us in Deccember 2009 and has been a whirlwind ever since! She is the most delightful little girl who makes us all smile. Thanks to Barbara Cherry (Shanandi) for letting us have this outgoing girl.
Stargang Ring of Roses - Luna - (Miniature Smooth-Haired Dachshund) DOB 27.12.09 by Tythe Seaswell ex. Clentry Upsa Daisy. This little shaded red puppy has taken over in the house - we hope to show her later on. Thanks to Joanne for this beautiful little lady! Luna has settled in well and is now the boss. She is also DNA tested clear for cord1 PRA - great news!
Pictured at 14 weeks.