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It is with a very heavy heart that on 13 May 2008 our most beautiful Ashiki was lost to cancer. It happened very quickly, we had only one night to say goodbye.

Travel well my sweet gentle friend, you were a special dog - an amazing Ridgeback - a great mother to your puppies, and, when needed, a fearless and brave protector.

Thank you for everything Shiki girl. We miss you.

Ashiki was my most gorgeous "show princess" - she was very laid back and her quiet nature made her a pleasure to take along to various Pet Expos, and to live with.

Ashiki was my first show dog and therefore has had to put up with a very novice handler for most of her show career. But, despite my handling, she was titled at 17 months of age in tough competition. She also completed her Endurance Title with ease.

Ashiki was retired from showing in 2006.

Ashiki produced some lovely progeny....many who are Titled or well on their way to their Title:
Ch Balnacoin Kelton

Ch Mikozi Sweet Sukari

Ch Mikozi High Calibre

Mikozi Demerara

Mikozi Deja Vu (AI)

Mikozi Black Magic (AI)

Some of Ashiki's more notable wins ....

Open in Show & Best Headed Bitch - RRCSA Open Show

Dam's Progeny 2006 National - Mr A Lord Edwards

Opposite Australian Bred in Show 2006 National - Mr A Lord Edwards

Australian Bred of Breed (RRCSA Open Show) - Ms C Faint

Runner-Up Best in Specialty Show (under Mrs S Taylor - Usakose Kennels)

Best Intermediate in Show & Res Challenge Bitch (under Ms J McErlane - NZ)

Runner-Up Best in Specialty Show (Open) (Mr D Hill)

Opposite Intermediate in Specialty Show 2002 National - (Mr R Van Aken - Cartouche Kennels)

Royal Adelaide Show Runner-Up Best of Breed (Mr P Dondina - Italy)

Best in Specialty Show (Open) (Miss C Currie - Caprivi)

Royal Adelaide Show Puppy of Breed

Best in Group (All Breeds Championship Show)

Runner-Up Best of Breed (Hound Club Championship Show)

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Best Headed Bitch (2007 RRCSA Open Show)

Dam's Progeny (2006 National Show)

Shortlisted to top 2 for Best Headed Bitch (2006 National Show)

Best Headed Bitch (2005 RRCSA Champ Show)

Best Headed Bitch (2003 RRCSA Champ Show)
Best Headed Bitch ( 2003 RRCSA Open Show)

Best Gaited Bitch (2003 RRCSA Open Show)
Shortlisted to top 3 for Best Headed Bitch (2002 National Show)

Best Headed Bitch (2001 RRCSA Open Show)

Best Ridge (2001 Open Show)

As strong as you were, tender you go
I'm watching you breathing, for the last time
A song for your heart, but when it is quiet
I know what it means and I'll carry you home, I'll carry you home.

James Blunt "Carry You Home"

Photo Gallery

Ashiki - A true Princess	Tzoe and baby Ashiki	Ashiki at 7.5 years
2004 Royal Adelaide Show	Marge and Ashiki