Seamist Lavender Ice
Results - Puppies planned
01/03/12 12:16
Three new show critiques at Results Mackenzie.
We are planning a summer litter - visit Puppy Page for more info.
We are planning a summer litter - visit Puppy Page for more info.
Results
01/01/12 21:17
As it is the first day of 2012, it is only suitable to sum up the last events at Kensington Gate of 2011 and also to take a look at what lies ahead.
In September, Mackenzie and I attended a weekend course in tracking. She comes from a family of competing tracking dogs and this was quite evident as she showed a lot of talent and enthusiasm. I hope to continue to further her skills (or more importantly - mine!) in the near future.
In November, we had the great pleasure of entering the MyDog 2011 show - the biggest annual show held in Norway. A great number of Collies were entered and Mackenzie placed 3rd in open bitch. Judge was Michael Camac from Australia. Her litter sister N Ch KORAD Seamist Ice Blue went BOB. Kennel Seamist entered a breeder’s group (pictured) and won. Photo courtesy of Lill Ydse. From left to right: KORAD S Ch Seamist Arctic Ice, Seamist Lavender Ice, Seamist Crystallice, KORAD N Ch Seamist Ice Blue.
In December, we entered a show under judge Suncica Lazic. Mackenzie was awarded her first CAC/CC and went 2nd best bitch. Her sister was BOB even at this show. Mackenzie’s critique:
Prop. female, beautiful head, beautiful expr, exc ear position, good neck, exc topline and tail position. Good substance, good underline, good bone, par. position of legs, correct ang, good temp, free movement, coat good color and quality.
As for looking up and ahead, first of all, Kensington Gate Collies will be relocating in 2012 if things go according to plan. We have found a beautiful old farm by the ocean with ample space.
Mackenzie will likely be bred when she comes into season and we may be able to offer puppies this summer. Sire to be announced.
In other news, the Norwegian Collie Club election will be held in April and I am running for president. More about this in the near future.
In September, Mackenzie and I attended a weekend course in tracking. She comes from a family of competing tracking dogs and this was quite evident as she showed a lot of talent and enthusiasm. I hope to continue to further her skills (or more importantly - mine!) in the near future.
In November, we had the great pleasure of entering the MyDog 2011 show - the biggest annual show held in Norway. A great number of Collies were entered and Mackenzie placed 3rd in open bitch. Judge was Michael Camac from Australia. Her litter sister N Ch KORAD Seamist Ice Blue went BOB. Kennel Seamist entered a breeder’s group (pictured) and won. Photo courtesy of Lill Ydse. From left to right: KORAD S Ch Seamist Arctic Ice, Seamist Lavender Ice, Seamist Crystallice, KORAD N Ch Seamist Ice Blue.
In December, we entered a show under judge Suncica Lazic. Mackenzie was awarded her first CAC/CC and went 2nd best bitch. Her sister was BOB even at this show. Mackenzie’s critique:
Prop. female, beautiful head, beautiful expr, exc ear position, good neck, exc topline and tail position. Good substance, good underline, good bone, par. position of legs, correct ang, good temp, free movement, coat good color and quality.
As for looking up and ahead, first of all, Kensington Gate Collies will be relocating in 2012 if things go according to plan. We have found a beautiful old farm by the ocean with ample space.
Mackenzie will likely be bred when she comes into season and we may be able to offer puppies this summer. Sire to be announced.
In other news, the Norwegian Collie Club election will be held in April and I am running for president. More about this in the near future.
MDR-1 results
24/08/11 11:40
Mackenzie has been tested for MDR-1 by Genomia Genetic Laboratory
Result: Affected (-/-)
To learn more about the MDR-1 gene mutation, click here. Approximately 33% of collies are affected. In a nutshell, affected animals are hypersensitive to some drugs that should be avoided. It is advisable to avoid mating two affected individuals as all puppies will be affected.
Result: Affected (-/-)
To learn more about the MDR-1 gene mutation, click here. Approximately 33% of collies are affected. In a nutshell, affected animals are hypersensitive to some drugs that should be avoided. It is advisable to avoid mating two affected individuals as all puppies will be affected.
Results NKK Intl show Oslo
21/08/11 22:10
Mackenzie received an Excellent and 2nd in class and a wonderful critique from judge Leif Ragnar Hjorth (NO)
"Excellent type and size, powerful but feminine head, correct bite, beautiful eyes, good ears, very good neck, well angulated, well developed chest, a bit thin today, well shaped croup. Transitional coat of good coarseness. Moved very well from every angle. Typical temperament."
As she is still putting on weight and also dropped her coat a month ago, I expected it would cost her a higher placement, but I am very pleased with the critique.
Huge thanks to Berit Klausen at Alertness Smooth Collies for showing Mackenzie today.
"Excellent type and size, powerful but feminine head, correct bite, beautiful eyes, good ears, very good neck, well angulated, well developed chest, a bit thin today, well shaped croup. Transitional coat of good coarseness. Moved very well from every angle. Typical temperament."
As she is still putting on weight and also dropped her coat a month ago, I expected it would cost her a higher placement, but I am very pleased with the critique.
Huge thanks to Berit Klausen at Alertness Smooth Collies for showing Mackenzie today.
HD results in
22/07/11 12:15
We are pleased to announce that Mackenzie’s HD results are in with the best possible score; HD A.
Approved mentality analysis
16/05/11 08:56
We are pleased to inform that Mackenzie completed her official mentality analysis in Sweden along with 7 littermates. She displayed an extremely solid temperament and a high level of self control and control over her environment. She also displayed curiosity, confidence and she also turned out to be gun proof.
Kensington Gate Collies strongly believe in the importance of breeding for temperament. 14 out of 16 puppies out of the Seamist Snowstar x Twin City Beyond The Sea combinations have so far completed their mentality analysis, ALL gun proof and displaying courage and confidence. Congratulations to breeder Lolo Hawkins of Seamist Collies. It is not only a feat to breed such consistantly solid dogs, but also to be so thorough in the choice of puppy buyers, who gladly and with great interest travel from near and far to support the Seamist legacy.
Kensington Gate Collies strongly believe in the importance of breeding for temperament. 14 out of 16 puppies out of the Seamist Snowstar x Twin City Beyond The Sea combinations have so far completed their mentality analysis, ALL gun proof and displaying courage and confidence. Congratulations to breeder Lolo Hawkins of Seamist Collies. It is not only a feat to breed such consistantly solid dogs, but also to be so thorough in the choice of puppy buyers, who gladly and with great interest travel from near and far to support the Seamist legacy.
Mackenzie show results
21/08/10 18:16
We went out for a couple of weekends and Mackenzie has now made her debut as a junior with great judge reactions:
7th August for judge Terje Lindstrom (NO):
"Appealing picture, well balanced. Very good clean cut, feminine head + expression. Very good neck and topline. Correctly angulated. Very good bone and feet. Needs to develop a bit more in front and a bit tighter topline. Very good coat & colour."
Excellent - 2nd in class - Reserve CC - RBW
14th August for judge Carin Aakesson (SW):
"Junior bitch, good size, feminine. Wedge shaped head which sadly lacks stop. Almond shaped eyes and well formed, excellent neck. Very well developed body for age. Excellent angulations. Moves with wonderful long step, good drive. Merle color needs to be cleaner."
Very Good - 3rd in class - honorary prize
15th August for judge Tomas Rohlin (DK):
"10 months old, very good length of head, flat skull, good muzzle. Eye color dark enough, very good ears, excellent body proportions. Lovely neck, very good bone and chest. Well angled front, good behind. Well groomed coat of excellent structure. Good blue color. Moves well from all angles."
Very good - 3rd in class - honorary prize
7th August for judge Terje Lindstrom (NO):
"Appealing picture, well balanced. Very good clean cut, feminine head + expression. Very good neck and topline. Correctly angulated. Very good bone and feet. Needs to develop a bit more in front and a bit tighter topline. Very good coat & colour."
Excellent - 2nd in class - Reserve CC - RBW
14th August for judge Carin Aakesson (SW):
"Junior bitch, good size, feminine. Wedge shaped head which sadly lacks stop. Almond shaped eyes and well formed, excellent neck. Very well developed body for age. Excellent angulations. Moves with wonderful long step, good drive. Merle color needs to be cleaner."
Very Good - 3rd in class - honorary prize
15th August for judge Tomas Rohlin (DK):
"10 months old, very good length of head, flat skull, good muzzle. Eye color dark enough, very good ears, excellent body proportions. Lovely neck, very good bone and chest. Well angled front, good behind. Well groomed coat of excellent structure. Good blue color. Moves well from all angles."
Very good - 3rd in class - honorary prize
Mackenzie's show debut
15/02/10 12:00
Sunday 14th of feb 2009 Seamist Lavender Ice went BOB puppy and went all the way to second last cut for Best In Show at an all-breed show in Letohallen, Norway.
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02/01/10 12:00
Presenting Mackenzie
30/11/09 12:00
Seamist Lavender Ice "Mackenzie" has arrived from Sweden! She came home last night and made herself at home instantly, befriending the youngest cat in the process. They played together until bedtime, and then Mackenzie fell asleep on the bedroom floor next to Mikkel and slept until the morning.
Mackenzie is a very promising puppy with a wonderful outgoing personality and fantastic front and rear construction with a lovely long neck. It will be very exciting to follow her development. Thank you, Lolo Hawkins, for entrusting me with this exquisite puppy.