Birmingham Kennel Association

BIRMINGHAM KENNEL ASSOCIATION (BKA) 

Limited Show 29/02/20 

May I convey thanks to the Society for their invitation to judge, it was both an honour and a challenge to judge this 45 class show. I was delighted with my entry of 144, of which I found quality within the classes. Much appreciation to the exhibitors for allowing me to go over their beautiful dogs and accepting my decisions in a sporting manner. The majority of exhibits were presented in superb condition, a couple were a little overweight and some not quite so confident, hence not exhibiting their full potential on the day. But the opportunity to train and socialise the dogs was enjoyed by all. 

The show is run almost as two shows from the Judges perspective – first half being classes 1 - 22 BKA Varieties, from this Best BKA Dog, Best BKA Bitch and overall Best BKA Variety is selected. The second half is then judged – classes 23 – 45. All unbeaten exhibits, from all classes (1 – 45) then compete for BIS, Res. BIS, BPIS, Res. BPIS and BVIS.  

Thank you to my Steward Mrs Helen Hepple who worked tirelessly throughout the day keeping the ring running smoothly and Emma who gave back up support too.  Finally, the organisation and atmosphere of this show is to be commended - a very dedicated, hardworking committee, exhibitors who cheered each other on and congratulated each other. I enjoyed super hospitality and a lovely gift too. What an outstanding group of people – I am genuinely privileged – THANKYOU. 

1. KC Good Citizen Dog Scheme (4) – 1.Crowther’s Kobuk Foxtail Lily - Siberian Husky, 18mth bitch – Super type, great head with a fox like expression. Well arched neck, with correct upper arm and shoulder angulation. Height to length ratios spot on. Firm level topline with taught loin. Correct slight tuck up. Croup slightly sloping and lovely bush tail held correctly. Slightly sloping pasterns, good medium bone and well let down hocks. Excels in movement. 2. Kannangara’s Sherosco Christmas Rose. 

2. AV Special Veteran (7 - 9 years) (7) – 1. Skinner’s Nikal It’s Gud To Be Black VW, Collie (Rough) see BVIS.  2. Quinney – Spencer’s Quincerhound Anna Cancan. 

3. AV Special Veteran (10 years and over) (4) – 1. Quinney – Spencer’s Beagle, 14 yrs bitch – a fabulous and distinguished lady, who possess so many of the breed’s typical attributes. A feminine head of correct length and proportions, with an appealin eye and expression. Good neck, showing little dewlap. Level topline and high tailset. Moved soundly. 2. Kannangara’s Sherosco Christmas Rose. 

 4. AV Collie Open (1) – 1. Skinner’s Samhaven Time Is Money – Collie (Rough) see Res BIS. 

5. AV Retriever Open (0) 

6. AV Poodle Open (2,0) 

7. AV Shih Tzu / Lhasa Apso Open (2,1) – 1. Baker’s Zanamop Hot Gossip – Lhasa Apso 20 mth male – Pleasing balance and outline. Correct head proportions. Nicely arched neck. High set tail with good lift. Good coat texture. Well handled and presented.  

8. AV Spitz Open (2) – 1. Bray’s Pommary Zara – German Spitz Klein, 2yrs bitch – A quality girl with lots to like, classic type head qualities with a lovely feminine look. Almost square outline, so well balanced. Plenty of substance and moved well with confidence. 2. Crowther’s Kobuk Snow Fall.  

9. AV British Breed Open (4,2) – 1. Grice’s Lolani Precious Jewel – Whippet 9mth bitch. I was quite enchanted by this very attractive puppy, classic whippet outline without exaggeration. Super for size and in fabulous coat and condition. Good angulation all through. Feminine head, with slight stop. Elegant, slightly arched neck flowing into well placed shoulders. Already has plenty depth of brisket and good tuck up. Correct topline with arch over the loin. Firm well angulated rear quarters, with developed second thigh and low hocks. Excellent bone and good feet. On the move she is delightful, balanced and poised, covering the ground with little effort. Handled kindly to encourage her confidence. 2. Kannangara’s Sherosco Christmas Rose.      

10. AV Rare Breed Open (2) – 1. Guy’s Gladsheim Eleodoro – Kooikerhondje, 2yrs male, Lovely dog, with an appealing expression, moderately curved skull and almond eyes. Correct outline with length of body slightly more than the height at the withers. Good bone. Excellent front and rear angulation. Nice coat of good texture and thickness. Moved soundly fore and aft. 2. Hough’s Donocielo Alessandro At Strophair. 

11. AV Vulnerable Native Breed Open (1) – 1. Mason’s Bhatairnis Fasach, Skye Terrier 2yrs male – excellent type, beautiful head and expression, nice eye, lovely neck and front assembly. Good bone legs and feet. Good depth of chest, correct ribbing, strong well muscled quarters. Moved well both ways holding his topline.  

12. AV Maiden (6,4) – 1. Grice’s Lolani Precious Jewel – Whippet 9mth bitch – see cl. 9. AV British Breed Open. 2. Kannangara’s Paringer She’s A Queen. 

13.  AV Novice (5,2) – 1. Grice’s Lolani Precious Jewel – Whippet 9mth bitch – see cl. 9. AV British Breed Open. 2. Kannangara’s Logierait Loretta. 

14. AV Open handled by a Lady throughout the Show (10) – 1.Grice’s Lolani Precious Jewel – Whippet 9mth bitch – see cl. 9. AV British Breed Open. 2. Skinner’s Nikal It’s Gud To Be Black VW. 

15. AV Open handled by a Gentleman throughout the Show (3,1) – 1. Baker’s Zanamop Hot Gossip – see cl. 7. AV Shih Tzu / Lhasa Apso Open. 2.Quinney – Spencer’s Dialynne Gracie Fields. 

16. AV Non-Sporting Open (3) – 1.Guy’s Wynele Trooping The Colour, 3yr Boston Terrier male – looked lovely in profile. Very good head, such an alert expression. Well developed front and rear quarters, moving with style. 2. Crowther’s Kobuk Midnight Stargazer ShCM VW 

17. AV Sporting Open (4) Grice’s Lolani Precious Jewel – Whippet 9mth bitch – see cl. 9. AV British Breed Open. 2. Kannangara’s Sherosco Lucky Lad.   

18. AV Bred by Exhibitor (9,4) – 1.Crowther’s Kobuk Foxtail Lily, see cl. 1 KC Good Citizen Dog Scheme. 2. Baker’s Jadeish Dilemma. 

19. AV Not Bred by Exhibitor (9, 5) - Baker’s Zanamop Hot Gossip – see cl. 7. AV Shih Tzu / Lhasa Apso Open. 2. Kannangara’s Paringer She’s A Queen.  

20. AV Open - Exhibit not having won a 1st Prize at this Society's Shows (2) – Lloyd’s Zaralee Swansong With Sharsown (Imp Ire) see BPIS. 2. Gardner’s Lospoochinos Copa Look At Me. 

21. AV Open Dog (5,1) – Quinney – Spencer’s Quincerhound Oreo Bark – see BIS. 2. Crowther’s Kobuk Midnight Stargazer ShCM VW. 

22. AV Open Bitch (3) - 1. Quinney – Spencer’s Quincerhound American Girl, Beagle, 3yr bitch – most pleasing head, dark eyes, melting expression and well placed leathers. Lovely reach of neck leading into nice layback of shoulders. Well boned and with good bend of stifle. Moved well and shown in very nice condition.  2. Kannangara’s Logierait Loretta. 

Best BKA Variety Dog and Overall Best BKA Variety - Spencer’s Quincerhound Oreo Bark – see BIS. 

Best BKA Variety Bitch - Lloyd’s Zaralee Swansong With Sharsown (Imp Ire) – see BPIS. 

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23. Junior Handling (6 - 11 years)(1) Zac Spencer handling a Beagle – a smartly presented and competent young man, showing much potential. He had a lovely connection with his dog and did a super job of both standing and moving his exhibit. For one so young, Zac was very professional throughout. 

24. Junior Handling (12 - 16 years)(0) 

25. Adult Handling (17 - 59 years)(7, 3)1. Mrs W. Bray handling a German Spitz Klein – From the moment they entered the ring, it was clear that this handler and her dog had a really lovely bond. Ensuring her dog was at the forefront, she consistently encouraged and interacted throughout. Movement was precise and at a pace which allowed the exhibit to show to its best. Both attentive to her exhibit and the judge at all times, a joy to judge this professional display and award 1st place.   2. Miss S Skinner handling a Collie (Rough).   

26. Adult Handling (60+ years) (6,1) – 1. Mrs V Cluxton handling a whippet – An outstandingly talented handler, who ensured her dog was the main focus, offering gentle encouragement throughout. This handling style exudes ring presence that cannot be ignored. On the move they were well placed and flowed together. Keeping a discreet eye on me, this handler ensured her dog was stood to perfection each time I looked at them. A professional and commendable handling display.  2. Mrs S J Crowther handling a Siberian Husky. 

27. AVNSC Minor Puppy (6 - 9 mths) (3,1) – 1. Lloyd’s Zaralee Swansong With Sharsown (Imp Ire) see BPIS 2. Kannangara’s Paringer She’s A Queen see Res. BPIS. 

28. AVNSC Puppy Dog (6 - 12 mths)(1,1) 

29. AVNSC Puppy Bitch (6 - 12 mths) (3,1) – 1. Lloyd’s Zaralee Swansong With Sharsown (Imp Ire) see BPIS. 2. Kannangara’s Paringer She’s A Queen see Res. BPIS.  

30. AVNSC Junior (6 - 18 mths) (3,2) – 1. Owen’s Gwendary Pickpocket, Dachshund (Min smooth – haired) 12 mth male, Lovely head. Good breastbone, ribbing and shoulder placement. Excellent friendly, outgoing disposition. Firm topline on the move as he went along confidently. 

31. AVNSC Yearling (12 - 24 mths) (7, 3)  – 1. Spencer’s Quincerhound Oreo Bark, see BIS. 2. Crowther’s Kobuk Foxtail Lily, see cl. 1 KC Good Citizen Dog Scheme.  

32. AVNSC Working Open (1) – 1. Crowther’s Kobuk Snow Fall – Siberian Husky, 5yrs bitch. Such a lovely girl, really foxy head and almond eyes. Good reach of neck and perfectly laid shoulders, sloping to the upper arm. Body ratios spot on. Well muscled and in great condition. Hindquaters evenly matched to front assembly which showed when she powered around the ring. 

33. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Open (0). 

34. AVNSC Toy Open (7,5) – 1. Chatterley’s Tsuselena Fully Loaded, Pug, 4yrs – A nice example of the breed, with a good outline, short and cobby, level back and curled over tail. Sailed around the ring easily and soundly.   2. Gardner’s Lospoochinos Copa Look At Me  

35. Whippet Open (2,1) – 1. Cluxton’s Silvesong Snowdown – lovely male – masculine but still retaining elegance, good size and proportions, nice head, long neck, clean shoulders. Good depth of brisket and neat underline. Good topline and rear angulation. Covering the ground soundly fore and aft.  

36. AVNSC Hound Open (2,1) 1.Quinney – Spencer’s Quincerhound American Girl – see cl.22 AV. Open Bitch  

37. German Shepherd Dog Open (1) – Tefford’s Draycore Dynkie at Lexanthi, GSD bitch, 5yrs. Sound all round lady. Good front and hind angulation, good topline, covered the ground with an effortless gait. What a super example of the breed, exhibiting a steady and self- assured temperament.  

38. Shetland Sheepdog Open  (1) 1. Skinner’s Kyleburn Dream Lover, Shetland Sheepdog, bitch 6yrs – Feminine lady, who shows herself well. Excellent conformation with good reach of neck, ribs and lovely bend of stifle. Presentation of her flowing coat was excellent.  

39. AVNSC Pastoral Open (2,1) 1. Skinner’s Samhaven Time Is Money – see Res. BIS 

40. AVNSC Gundog Open (2) 1. Jones’s Emlimajo Against All Odds, Spaniel (Cocker) male, 6yrs, Just loved this dogs head and melting expression. All masculine, but in no way coarse, with his square muzzle, beautiful eye shape and chiselling. Ears of good length and set on level with eyes. Neck arched leading into well laid back shoulders, with good length of upper arm and development of forechest. Well developed ribcage, with strong, well angulated rear and short hocks. Immaculately presented as he powered around the ring, showing super movement.  2. Furness’s Shelcasrie Flint. 

41. AVNSC Utility Open (3) 1. Lloyd’s Zaralee Swansong With Sharsown (Imp Ire) – see BPIS 2. Guy’s Wynele Trooping The Colour. 

42. AVNSC Terrier Open (3,1) 1. Kannangara’s Sherosco Christmas Rose, Parson Russell Terrier bitch, 12 yrs. Hard to believe she is a veteran, feminine head and expression, well set ears, nice dark eye and good coat. Strode out well. 2. Mason’s Bhatairnis Fasach. 

43. AVNSC  Open (4,2) 1. Crowther’s Kobuk Midnight Stargazer ShCM VW Siberian Husky male, 9yrs – hardly looks like a Veteran, beautiful boy. Masculine head with well set ears of a good size. Lovely balance both static and moving. Good reach and drive covering the ground well. Shown at a good weight with muscling evident. 2. Quinney – Spencer’s Dialynne Gracie Fields beagle bitch, 14 yrs.   

44. AV. Imported Breed Register Open(0)  

45. AV Brace (6,1) – 1. Mrs V Cluxton – Whippet 2. Miss S Skinner – Collie (Rough). 

Best in Show – Spencer’s Quincerhound Oreo Bark, Beagle, 18mth male – What a lovely example of the breed, totally captivated me. Such an appealing head, dark large eyes and alert expression. Flowing outline with excellent balance of leg length to depth of chest and height to length ratio. Very pleasing front and rear assemblies with complimentary angles. Super rib cage, good bone and substance. Pleasing, well knuckled feet. Well set and carried tail. Powerful quarters with good muscle tone. Well placed hocks, driving forward, demonstrating an effortless, flowing stride. Quality without coarseness - he took it all in his stride when competing to be awarded a very worthy BIS. 

Reserve Best in Show, Best Opposite Sex – Skinner’s Samhaven Time Is Money With Nikal, Collie (Rough) 6yrs bitch – beautiful bitch caught my eye as she entered the ring. Such an elegant outline and lovely breed type. She moved effortlessly. Lovely head, eye and expression. Presented in superb condition with a fabulous coat, which perfectly fitted the outline of her body. Very sound construction under the furnishings, contributing to a very balanced and appealing picture. Genuinely super show girl who defines the term “impassive dignity”. 

Best Puppy in Show – Lloyd’s Zaralee Swansong With Sharsown (Imp Ire), Shar Pei, 8 mth bitch, so much to like about this youngster – muzzle moderately broad, good mouth and correct bite. Lovely dark almond eye and medium size, triangular correctly set ears. Well laid shoulders and straight front. Chest well filled for age, good topline slightly dipping behind the withers, correct croup and nice tail carried high and curved over. Good strong rear and hocks. Very positive on the move and stood rock steady to show her beautiful outline. Attentive to her handler throughout and challenged strongly to be awarded BPIS.  

Reserve Best Puppy in Show – Kannangara’s Paringer She’s A Queen, Parson Russell Terrier, 6mth bitch. What a lively and smart young lady she was. Good proportioned head, dark eye, well set ears. Correct coat, good strong bone. Well angulated exhibiting sound movement when she settled.  

Best Veteran In Show - Skinner’s Nikal It’s Gud To Be Black VW Collie (Rough) 8yrs male – A super Veteran who certainly didn’t look his age. Attractive head and expression. Well placed ears, used to his advantage. Great outline, stood and moved well. A lovely double coat, groomed to perfection. A fine example of the breed. 

Judge Anne Halls (Jorazan)