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Saluki Breed Notes 27/12/96

WISHING YOU SEASONS GREETINGS PLUS A HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS 1997 !!!

The following information refers to a study undertaken by Sir Terence Clark which has been put on to video tape and is a valuable visual document for anyone interested in the Saluki in its desert habitat:-

"Sir Terence Clark has lived for much of his adult life in different parts of the Middle East and speaks fluent Arabic. During the last ten years or so he has been recording on video tape the Saluki in its native habitat and has interviewed their local owners and breeders. He has put this research together in a two-part documentary called "The Eastern Saluqi". Part I, lasting 1 1/2 hours, shows the wide range of Salukis in the villages and deserts of Iraq and comments on their history, breeding and hunting practices. Part II, lasting over 2 1/2 hours, shows the Saluki in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf, Syria and Morocco in a variety of colourful settings from the Arabian bedouin tented oasis to the villages on the edge of the Sahara. Although the Eastern Saluki is in retreat in many part of the Middle East as a result of the pressures of modern life, this documentary shows that it continues to survive as a working hound as it has done for centuries and still represents an important source of breeding stock for the West. These videos as a set are available for œ35, inclusive of postage and packing, to cover the costs of producing them." The address to obtain these tapes is; Sir Terence Clark, 29 Westleigh Avenue, London SW15 0BQ.

The last Championship Show of 1996 was Ladies Kennel Association, it was held last Friday and judged by Mrs Mavis Roberts, at the NEC. Everyone seemed to be in festive spirit with cakes and other goodies around the ringside. We also saw the emergence of a new champion. Congratulations to the Hargreaves' on the crowning of Kasaque Gabrielle of Qajar, winning BCC and BOB. She was born 1st October, 1991. She is out of Kasaque Fanuch ex Ch Kasaque Eve and bred by CM & HV Williams. RBCC went to Macdonald's Ch Mabrooka Matara. The DCC, his first, was awarded to Barker's Kebijeva Persian Prince of Tazeen. He was born on 23rd April, 1991 and bred by Mrs V A Harnett. His breeding is Ch Glenoak Dareyeus ex Kebijeva Solitaire. The RDCC went to Higgins' Glenoak Habibi at Nolica. BP was won by Bowley's Mumtaz Star Quality at Gunsyn. Well done to all of you.

We have been informed that Sandy Austin is in the Hospital in Sheffield. I am sure she would appreciate our positive thoughts and cards at this time. I am sure any cards posted to her home will be taken to her in the hospital. Her home address is Richmond Farm, Langholme Cross Roads, Haxey, Doncaster, S.Yorks DN9 2NP.

Annual subscriptions are now due for both the Saluki or Gazelle Hound Club and the Northern Saluki Club. Therefore it is worth remembering to retain a little of your money after the shopping is done and send it promptly to the respective treasurers. After all it will bring you and your Salukis much value during the coming year. It is also worth noting that the advertisements are due for 'The Saluki' magazine, early in January. For further information contact the editors, Tom and Paula Fryer on 01622-720176.

Michael Williams (101547.503@compuserve.com)

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