Westbury & District Canine Society

WESTBURY & DISTRICT CANINE SOCIETY OPEN SHOW Held on: Sunday 16TH September 2018 Judge: Mr. Russell F. Jones (Quemerford) I would like to thank the committee for inviting me to judge the Working Breeds and Group at this show. I had a lovely large ring, a very good steward and judging was outside, the weather was just about right for all, exhibitors and dogs. I was delighted to watch my Working Group winner the Alaskan Malamute Dark Diamond Snowflake Of Engel At Muzoku, JW, Sh.CM, take BIS and my Working Puppy Group winner the Siberian Husky Zaltana Kiss My Paws at Lolotea, (Imp. Pol.), take BPIS. What more could I ask for on this superb day.

ALASKAN MALAMUTE: P (Dog or Bitch) (1,0), 1 Mrs. K.L. Jelfs, Lapema Gia Visto: A 10mth old bitch that is well grown and of good type with a nice outline. Nicely balanced feminine head. Strong neck of good length, well laid shoulders, correct withers, good chest and spring of rib. Good bone, nicely sloping top-line which she kept on the move, good tail set and strong rear end. Moved well around the ring. Pleased to award her BP & Working P.Grp 2. Well done.    SY (Dog or Bitch) (3,2). 1 Mrs. K.L. Jelfs, Lapema Gia Visto: (as above).    PG (Dog or Bitch) (1,0), 1 Mrs. K.L. Jelfs, Lapema Gia Visto: (as above).    OD (2,0), 1 Ms T. & Mr. E. Forsey, Dark Diamond Snowflake Of Engel At Muzoku, JW, Sh.CM: A mature masculine 4 yr. old dog that filled my eye with his type, stance and good outline. He was bursting with energy and was handled to perfection. He has a good head with a hint of impishness in his eye, which I just love, just looks to play. Strong neck, superb shoulders, good angles, correct withers. Deep chest and good spring of rib. Straight legs, good sloping top-line which he held on the move, short loin, good croup and good tail set. Excellent angles and muscles to rear, strong hocks used to perfection on the move. Well deserved BOB and Working Grp 1. I was well pleased to watch him take BIS, many congratulations.    2 Mrs. K.L. Jelfs, Lapema Nino Vudu, J.W.: A 4yr old bitch, not as mature as 1st, she is however of a good type with a nice out line and stance. She has a very feminine head that is well balanced. You know that she is a bitch you do not need to ask. Liked her good front and rear, again she keeps that lovely sloping top line on the move. Pleased to award her Res.BOB, well done.

BOXER: PG (Dog or Bitch) (1,0), 1 Mr.& Mrs. J.A. & Mrs. S.S. Vearncombe & Hale, Rubymist Cherry Manhattan With Ruption Knightcott: A 2yr old bitch that stood alone in this class. She is well up to size and of a rich colour red. She retains her femininity throughout and is of a good type with a nice out line. She out moved all the others in the challenge. I was pleased to award her BOB and Grp.4. Well done.     O (Dog) (2,0), 1 Mrs. A.J. Vearncombe, Knightcott Bump ‘N’ Grind with Ruption: A nice 5yr old red dog, would prefer a better front, but he still moved in balance. He is a good masculine type with a nice outline and stance, moved ok.    2 Mrs. A. Robinson, Gravity Pulls To Robinsteck: A 2.5yr old dog of a nice type with a good outline, I preferred the front on this one, but he just did not move as well as 1st in the day.    O (Bitch) (4,1), 1 Mrs. F. & Mrs. N. Lovell & Beaumont, Winuwuk Minerva Mena At Pinedown: A very nice 3yr fawn bitch that is very feminine and of a nice type with a nice outline. She moved out well to take Res. BOB.    2 Mrs. G. Tibbotts, Misstricks Forone Nite Only, Sh.CM: A 3yr old brindle coloured bitch of good type, very feminine with a good outline, just pipped by the 1st on the day. Nicely balanced, I liked her.    3 Mr. & Mrs. J.A., Mrs. S.S., Vearncombe & Hale, Myntie Super Snoop With Ruption: A light brindle bitch that is nearly 7yrs of age. She is a good type with a pleasing outline, just let down on movement today.

BULL MASTIFF: P (Dog or Bitch) (1,0), 1 Mrs. F.M. Rogers, Saturnsrings Blade Runner, (AI): A fawn dog that was 6mths of age, stood on his own today. He has a pleasing head, a good neck and front, is of a nice type with a nice outline. Also, he was very steady on the move for his age. Pleased to award him BOB and BP, well done.

DOBERMANN: P (Dog or Bitch) (1,0), 1 Mrs. D. & Mr. A. Turrell, Newfords Xhibitionist At Tilnasia: A 9mth old rich brown coloured dog that is well grown for his age. His head is not too bad, would not like to see any more stop. He is of a nice type although his outline still needs some time to come together. Awarded him Res.BOB and BP and P,Grp.4.    OD (2,0), 1 Mrs. L. Webb, Shalissa’s Siriusly Costly (AI), JW: An 18mth old black ‘n’ tan dog that is of a nice type with a good outline. He has a well-balanced head, correct stop, that said I would like to see his skull a bit more parallel. Also, a little more slope from the withers to croup. A good dog that moved well, he still has some maturing to do. Awarded him BOB.

NEWFOUNDLAND: P (Dog or Bitch) (4,1A), 1 Mr. C.M Rushton, Starrytown Pestadizze For Nereides: An 11mth old brown bitch that is well grown for her age. I loved her soft expression and happy temperament. She is still a little loose which is normal for such a large breed. She is of a good type with a good outline, moved out steadily around the ring. Pleased to award her BP and P.Grp.3, well done.    SY (Dog or Bitch) (2,1A), 1 Miss D.G. Aplin, Merrybear Krystal For Alsden: A black 13mth old bitch that out moved everyone else in the ring. She is of a pleasing type with a good outline and plenty of body. Plenty of neck and good head properties. Pleased to award her Res.BOB.    2 Mrs. C. Bodman, Millthorpe The Spell At Acara: A 14mth old black bitch that I loved for her super type and outline. Unfortunately lost out on movement today. With more practice and time should do very well.    3 Mrs. P. Franklin, Shinglebay I’ve Gotta Be Me: A black bitch that was just over 12mths of age. She is of a good type with a nice out line. Not quite as mature as 1st and 2nd today.   PG (Dog or Bitch) (4,2A), 1 Miss D.G. Aplin, Merrybear Krystal For Alsden: (As before).    2 Miss G. Giambona, Thickish Newfoundland Magic Of OZ For Trinashores: A 15mth old black dog of a good size with a good outline, there is plenty of this dog all round. There are a couple things you need to look out for, shoulders need to tighten up. He is rather loose causing poor movement; some road work will help.    O (Dog or Bitch) (2,1A), 1 Mrs. P. Franklin, Shinglebay High Hopes, Sh.CM: A 4yr old black bitch that I just loved. She is of a good type with a nice outline and is well balanced. She has a great head and fore front, super rear assembly and neat hocks. She moved well around the ring, was pleased to award her BOB and Grp.2. Well done.

ROTTWEILER: SY (Dog or Bitch) (2,0A), 1 Mr. T.P. & Mrs. H.M. Watkins, Minealea’s Busy Bee: A 16mth old upstanding dog of good type with a good outline that is well balanced for his age. Moved and showed well, pleased to award him BOB.    2 Mrs. C. A. Mathews, Ausrie Rockey Top: Another nice dog aged 14mths that needs to settle on the move. He is of a pleasing type with a nice outline.     PG (Dog or Bitch) (2,0A), 1 C. & C. White & Blagdon, Botlierskop Baltic Amber: A 2.5yr old dog that is of a pleasing type with a nice outline. He out shone the other dog in movement today.    2 Miss A. & Mr. S. & Miss D. James, Thompson & Purchase, Bamabel Gino: Another nice dog aged 2.5yrs that is of a good type with a good out line. Just needs to settle on the move.    O (Dog or Bitch) (1,0A), 1 Miss H. Case, Auberon Tom Faggus: A 22mth old dog that is of a pleasing type with a nice out line. He out shone the other dog on movement to day and earned himself Res.BOB. Moved well liked him a lot.

SIBERIAN HUSKY: P (Dog or Bitch) (4,1A), 1 Mrs. K. Tinker, Zaltana Kiss My Paws at Lolotea, (Imp, Pol.): A 7mth old dog of super type with a good outline. Loved his mask which gave him a super expression. He is so well balanced for his age and super on the move, so steady and true. Pleased to award him BP and Res. BOB, then Working P.Grp.1 and to top watch him take BPIS, many congratulations one to watch out for.    2 Miss S.L. Toomer, Cwnhapus Tigers Eye For Shaali: A 9mth dog of` lighter colouring, with a super harsh coat. He is a good type and has a good out-line, not quite the angles of 1st but moves out well.     3 Mr. H. & Mrs. B.A. Morris: Arcticskies Ruby Tuesday For Cwnhapus: An 8mth old red coloured bitch of great type with a good outline. She is very feminine, with a sweet expression. Moved well for her age, just beaten by the boys today. Should do well with time, liked her a lot.   SY (Dog or Bitch) (4,1A), 1 Mrs. K. Tinker, Zaltana Heartbreaker Kid At Lolotea, (Imp, Pol.): A pleasing dark coated 16mth old dog that is of a pleasing type with a good outline and good angles. He moved out well and was an easy winner of this class.    2 Miss S.L. Toomer, Cwnhapus Tigers Eye For Shaali: (As before).    3 Miss S.L. Toomer, Aloustairs Ruby Red For Shaali: A 21mths old bitch of fawn red colouring she is of a good type and has a nice outline, should have won this class, but today she did not perform, shame as I really liked her.     PG (Dog or Bitch) (4,1A), 1 Mr. H. & Mrs. B.A. Morris, Cwnhapus Svargaloka, JW, Sh.CM: A 2.5yr old dog that is of a good size and type with good angles to front and rear and good out line. He has a good masculine head and nice length of neck. Moved well, considered him for top honours.    2 Mrs. K. Tinker, Zaltana Heartbreaker Kid At Lolotea, (Imp, Pol.): (As before).    3 Mrs. S.J. Crowther, Kobuk Snow Fall: A 3.5yr old bitch, front assemble is ok but unfortunately lacks rear angulation which reflects in her movement so she looks out of balance. Her croup and tail set rather high, shame as she is nice in front.    O (Dog or Bitch) (4,1A), 1 Mr. H. & Mrs. B.A. Morris, Hold Back The River Legend Of The Spirit With Cwnhapus, JW, Sh.CM: A 2.5yr old dog that I really liked, he looked very smart. He is of a super type with a good outline. Shown in super coat and condition. He stands well with a super masculine head of good balance, really good neck and super front assembly. Liked his back and good angles, nice croup and tail set, strong hocks which showed in his movement. Pleased to award him BOB and Grp.3 in a very strong Working Group.     2 Mrs. K. Tinker, Multi Ch. Zaltana Raindrop’s On Roses At Lolotea, (Imp, Pol.), JW: A 4yr old fawn / red bitch that is very feminine and is a lovely type with a nice outline and nice movement. Just pipped by 1st on strength of movement.     3 Mrs. S.J. Crowther, Kobuk Midnight Stargazer, Sh.CM: A 7yr old dog of a good size, pleasing type and nice outline. Although showed weakness in his back and was loose on the rear end.

AVNSC Working: P (Dog or Bitch) (3,1A), 1 Mr. W.T. & Mrs. K.B. Miller, My Adventurer: A 7mth old Mastiff dog that is well grown for his age was enjoying his day out. Moved steadily when speeded up. He has a pleasing head, masculine but gentle expression which I liked. He is of a pleasing type with a good out line. Needs just to show off a little more should come with experience. Pleased to award him BP.     SY (Dog or Bitch) (4.1A), 1 Mr. G. McGowan, Shlarra Picture Perfect At Penmarlam: A Great Dane fawn bitch just over 12mths of age, that is well grown. She is of a nice type with a nice outline. She has a nice feminine head, good neck, super front, good length to back with good angles to rear. Nice tail set. Made a pleasing picture when she moved. Pleased to award her Best AVNSC.     O (Dog or Bitch) (4.1A), 1 Ms K. & Mrs. H.M. Bird & Head, Cullumbern Roman Toga With Millermead, JW: A 2yr old Bernese MD bitch that is a super mover and of a good type with a nice out line. Won this class with ease. I liked her.    2 Mr. & Mrs. S.M. Brailey, Baltic Saga Vision Of Beauty At Springhaze: A 2yr old Great Swiss Mountain Dog, bitch that is well grown with correct height and length that moves out well. I would like to see a straighter back and a better tail set, at present it makes her look weak which is a shame as she has a lot going for her.     3 Mr. G. McGowan, Kinnegans Twisted Fire Starter: A 2.5yr old fawn Great Dane, dog, well up to size. He is of a nice type with a nice outline. Unfortunately, he was let down on his movement today.     V (Dog or Bitch) (1.0A), 1 Mrs. M.J. Reader, Brynarian Takahara: A very pleasing 7yr old Leonberger dog that is of a good size and shown in good coat. He is a very pleasing type with a good outline and he moved well. I liked him a lot.

AV Working: P (Dog or Bitch) (4,1A), 1 Mrs. K.L. Jelfs, Lapema Gia Visto: Alaskan Malamute.     2 Mr. H. & Mrs. B.A. Morris: Arcticskies Ruby Tuesday For Cwnhapus: Siberian Husky.    3 Mrs. D. & Mr. A. Turrell, Newfords Xhibitionist At Tilnasia: Dobermann. SY (Dog or Bitch) (2,1A), 1 Mrs. K.L. Jelfs, Lapema Gia Visto: Alaskan Malamute. O (Dog or Bitch) (3.1A), 1 Mrs. G. Tibbotts, Misstricks Forone Nite Only, Sh.CM: Boxer.    2 Mrs. S.J. Crowther, Kobuk Snow Fall: Siberian Husky.    V (Dog or Bitch) (4.1A), 1 Mr. & Mrs. J.A., Mrs., S.S., Vearncombe & Hale, MacWatt Weve Got It On With Seefeld, Sh.CM: Boxer dog 8yrs of age with fawn colouring. Shown in fine fettle, he is a nice type with a nice out line and a good mover. Pleased to award him Best Veteran.     2 Mrs. L. Webb, Lateagain Sassperella Star At Shallissa, Sh.CM: A very nice 9yr old Dobermann bitch I liked her a lot. She is of a good type and has a nice outline, moved really well.    3 Mrs. S.J. Crowther, Kobuk Midnight Stargazer, Sh.CM: Siberian Husky.

AV Imported Register Working: PG (Dog or Bitch) (1,0A), 1 Mr. D & Mrs. J. Sharrock, Edison-Eiger Vom Rickental (ATC AV01833CHE): Entlebbucher Mountain Dog. An 18mth dog another Swiss Dog, this one is the smallest of these breeds. He was a little nervous on the day and threw his front when on the move. Such a shame when you are trying to promote a breed.  

WORKING GROUP Grp 1. Ms. T & Mr. E. Forsey, Dark Diamond Snowflake Of Engel At Muzoku, JW, Sh.CM. Dog, Alaskan Malamute. BIS. (See above).    Grp 2. Mrs. P. Franklin, Shinglebay High Hopes, Sh.CM: Bitch, Newfoundland.    Grp 3. Mr. H. & Mrs. B.A. Morris, Hold Back The River Legend Of The Spirit With Cwnhapus, JW, Sh.CM: Dog, Siberian Husky.    Grp 4. Mr. & Mrs. J.A., Mrs. S.S., Vearncombe & Hale, Rubymist Cherry Manhattan With Ruption Knightcott: Bitch, Boxer.

WORKING PUPPY GROUP Grp 1. Mrs. K. Tinker, Zaltana Kiss My Paws At Lolotea, (Imp. Pol.): Dog, Siberian Husky. BPIS.    Grp 2. Mrs. K.L. Jelfs, Lapema Gia Visto: Bitch, Alaskan Malamute.     Grp 3. Mr. C.M. Rushton, Starrytown Pestadizze For Nereides: Bitch, Newfoundland.    Grp 4. Mrs. D. & Mr. A. Turrell, Newfords Xhibitionist At Tilnasia: Dog, Dobermann.

WORKING VETERAN GROUP Grp 1. Mr. & Mrs. J.A., Mrs., S.S., Vearncombe & Hale, MacWatt Weve Got It On With Seefeld, Sh.CM: Dog, Boxer.

TERRIER VETERAN GROUP Grp 1. Mr. N. & Mrs. C. Rogers, Falkmeres First Impression, Sh.CM: Bitch, Fox Terrier (Smooth). A good size bitch, loved her mask, very smart. Very nice type with a nice outline, moved well around the ring. Went on to win Res.Best Vet. In Show. Very well done and all at 8yrs of age.    Grp 2. Mr. G. & Miss J. Blair & Hadley, Cleeve Hill Kasper: Dog, Parson Russell Terrier. A 7yr old dog pipped on the day by 1st. A pleasing dog of good type with a good outline moved well.