We are very pleased to announce that SALATINO SFRONTATO ML (akaTato) owned by our dear friend Dr. Marcelo Gentil de Almeida from King Hearted Kennel in Joao Pessoa ended up 2009 as the Best Mini Longhair Dachshund in Brazil after have  participated in only 4 shows during the season. 
Right now Tato is on vacation enjoying the beautiful beaches of Joao Pessoa but will be back soon to the 2010 show rings.   This powerful little guy was still in the young class in 2009 and defeated all adults and champions.
Pictured winning BOB and BIS reserve under the breeder judge LucasBazurro from Uruguay.
Our many thanks to Dr. Marcelo Gentil de Almeida from King Hearted Kennel for this wonderful career with another Salatino dachshund.