East Of England Agricultural Society

East of England Agricultural Society - Championship Show 

Friday, 8 July 2022  

S/C Chihuahua – Judge : Miss L Tarabad (Khatibi) 

I’d had to wait a couple of years to finally judge this breed and was delighted with a numerically good entry at a time when entries are falling. I was rather concerned by the temperaments of many in the entry, so many quite obviously didn’t want to be there, many were nervous on the table, unhappy on the move and certainly didn’t have the spirited, gay temperament I was looking for. I think the “it’s a lockdown puppy” excuse was used more than a handful of times! If a dog is cowering on the table, creeping around the ring and quite obviously not enjoying itself then the show ring is not where it should be, especially in a breed that should be alert and full of spirit. Obviously I can’t tell whether this is a training issue or a problem in certain lines but I felt it needed mentioning as it was so noticeable throughout the entry. Another point of concern was mouths. I’m not a mouth fanatic in any breed but I’ve never noticed quite so many bad mouths when I’ve judged the breed before. And by faults I mean undershot, overshot, missing teeth, wry mouths and everything in between! That being said I found plenty of top quality dogs within the entry and was delighted with my final winners. 

1397. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Minor Puppy Dog 

Entries: 5 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2923 - Stadmeyer Dashing Dexter (Mrs L Stading) Easy winner here being the most confident, well schooled baby who made the most of himself both standing and on the move. Sweet face with nice eyes, large correctly set ears and nicely finished muzzle. Ample reach of neck, firm topline and well set and carried tail. Very accurate om the move with a smart, confident gait maintaining his lovely outline. BPD 

2ND 2888 - Stanghurst Jordan Into Marlukney (Mr M Frostick) At his first show and not overly happy on the table but once on the floor moved with a lovely brisk action holding a nicely balanced outline, good topline and correctly carried tail. Neat shape with arched neck, level topline, good substance and ribbing for age. Attractive head with good dome, definite stop and short muzzle with large ears set and used well. A promising baby who was handled sympathetically. 

3RD 2886 - Diamonchi Mr Moonstone (Mrs D Fothergill) 

1398. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Puppy Dog 

Entries: 3 Absentees: 2 

1ST 2931 - Arkoschi Follow Ur Dream (Ms L Taylor) Happy puppy with a great attitude. Good reach of neck, nice chest and ribbing, decent shoulders, needs to firm in topline. Correctly shaped head with definite stop, good mouth, short muzzle and alert expression. Moved freely, a little untidy in front. 

1399. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Junior Dog 

Entries: 4 Absentees: 1 

1ST 2909 - Parisland Parti Animal with Manchino NAF (Mrs M K & Mr P Mann) This one was the best for balance in outline here. Lovely neck, shoulders, firm topline, well angulated rear, good chest and ribbing for age. Well domed skull with large dark eyes, correctly set ears which he could have used more to enhance his expression. Delightfully happy temperament, moving freely around the ring holding his outline firm. 

2ND 2894 - Shadow Hunter De Petit Roi Mojito at Casiatodo (Imp Deu) (Miss E Hicks). A smaller, daintier type a little shorter in body than 1. Nice head and expression with dark eyes and pigment, short pointed muzzle, good dome and well used ears. Moving smartly with firm topline and correctly carried tail. Still has some maturing to do. 

3RD 2917 - Voxel Ux Sacha at Charonchi (Imp Fra) TAF (Mrs S H Slavinec) 

1400. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Graduate Dog 

Entries: 3 Absentees: 1 

1ST 2898 - Copymear Pocket Rocket at Hollichi NAF (Mrs K L Hollister) Smart little boy with lovely saucy expression, well domed skull with dark round eyes, short muzzle and large ears. Soundly constructed with arched neck, good chest and ribbing, super topline and tail, correctly balanced length of body and well muscled rear. Moved with a very brisk, purposeful stride carrying himself proudly around the ring, a little untidy coming but accurate away. Lovely type. 

2ND 2893 - Pablo del Rey De Petit Roi Mojito at Casiatodo (Imp Deu) (Miss E Hicks) A little apprehensive to start but once he settled he moved with a nice outline holding a level topline and carrying his tail well. Nicely shaped head with good dome, dark eyes and dense pigment. Soundly constructed with good spring of rib and well angulated rear. 

1401. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Post Graduate Dog 

Entries: 3 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2928 - Nikitos Nozzinlikeziz (Mrs B Sutton) This well balanced 13month old was an easy winner here. Lovely size and type with nicely arched neck, firm level topline, well set and carried tail, good chest and spring of rib. Appealing head, correctly shaped with good dome, well set large ears, dark round eyes, nicely finished muzzle and alert, saucy expression. Moved with accuracy in all directions holding a firm outline, head held high striding smartly around the ring.  

2ND 2891 - Chiquita De Oro Noir Midnight at Casiatodo (Imp Hun) (Miss E Hicks) A little longer than 1 again with good chest and well sprung ribs, shoulders could be better but rear is well angulated. Masculine head with definite stop, short muzzle and correctly set ears. Presented in lovely condition. 

3RD 2918 - Lemaritz Mastermind at Nayelichi (Miss W J Smith) 

1402. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Limit Dog 

Entries: 4 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2877 - Denique On The Rocks (Ms L Dee) Didn’t think he’d be my winner on my first glance round but on closer inspection he impressed with his typical chihuahua attitude, displaying a nicely balanced outline with good front and rear assembly, nice substance for size, well sprung ribs and well muscled rear. Sweet face with good dome, correctly set ears which he could use more to his advantage, dark eyes and nicely finished muzzle. Well handled, lovely condition and temperament. 

2ND 2924 - Stanghurst Full of Sparkle (Mrs S Stangoe) Really appealing type with a beautiful head and expression but really wasn’t settled which was such a shame. Lovely size and substance with nicely balanced outline, super front and rear angulation, well sprung ribs and level topline. Super head qualities with good dome, large flaring ears, definite stop and short, neatly finished muzzle. Moved ok. 

3RD 2929 - Sexy Buddy De L'isle Au Vert Coteau Nikitos (Imp Fra) (Mrs B Sutton) 

1403. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Open Dog 

Entries; 9 Absentees; 0 

This was a lovely class of dogs. 

1ST 2908 – CH. Parisland Pans Little Man at Manchino (Mrs M K & Mr P Mann) As soon as the class walked in this super quality dog took my eye and even in a big, quality filled class, he was the standout winner. Immediately his temperament was obvious, so alert and full of spirit, every inch the showman and handled to perfection. Beautifully balanced in outline with arched neck into well laid shoulders, firm level topline perfectly set and carried tail, well sprung ribs and well muscled, well angulated hindquarters. Just the right amount of bone and substance for his size, in smooth glossy coat and optimum condition, His head is beautiful with super dome, well set and used ears, large round eyes, definite stop and short pointed muzzle with lean cheeks and good mouth. Moved with a brisk action driving well from behind, accurate out and back and holding his outline firm as he circled the ring full of confidence. He was everything I was looking for and won the CC with some to spare. CC, BOB. 

2ND 2873 – Davixity Bruhn Spinillons (Mrs J Davidson-Poston) This little lad was not one that caught my eye initially but the more I saw the more I found to appreciate. His conformation is super, ample reach of neck, lovely front and rear assembly, firm topline, good chest and ribbing, well muscled rear with tail set and carried correctly Small, compact and dainty with lovely substance and well balanced length of body giving a really appealing outline in profile. Attractive head and saucy expression with good dome, large eyes, short muzzle, good mouth and well set large ears. His accuracy on the move was easily one of the best on the day, true out and back and effortless with good reach and drive in profile, maintaining his outline at all times. He didn’t have the ‘look at me’ attitude that I love but his sound construction and accuracy on the move had to be rewarded. RCC. 

3RD 2901 - Denique Heypresto (Mr K & Mrs S Hornby) 

1404. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Veteran Dog 

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2872 - Nikitos Namethatdog (Mrs S Crowley) Beautiful 7yr old in superb condition and handled to an advantage. Small and dainty, with good neck, firm topline and well set and carried sickle tail. Very nice head and lovely saucy expression with big dark eyes, correctly finished short muzzle with strong jaw, lean cheeks and good dome. Lovely temperament, happy on the move, accurate out and back. BVD.  

1405. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Special Beginners Dog 

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2933 - Prinleigh's Mischief Maker (Miss A Turnbull) 7 months old, every inch the baby with lots of maturing to do but presents a nice neat shape with arched neck, good topline with tail set and carried perfectly. Very sweet face with nicely domed skull, well used flaring ears and alert expression. Moved happily, so attentive to his hander who did a super job presenting him to perfection. Best Special Beginner. 

2ND 2920 - Moltobello Pride and Joy of Hulawawas (Miss W J Smith) Bigger than 1 and didn’t always have himself standing to the best advantage. Masculine head with nice eyes and large ears. Moved well holding a nice outline. 

1406. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Minor Puppy Bitch 

Entries: 7 Absentees: 1 

1ST 2884 - Diamonchi Miss Moondust (Mrs D Fothergill) Sassy little baby who knows she’s special! Gorgeous head with super dome, correctly set flaring ears, beautiful large dark eyes, short muzzle, lean cheeks and strong jaw. Smart, well balanced outline with good neck and shoulders, firm level topline, body maturing well for age, strong rear with flat sickle tail set and carried perfectly. Moving with purpose and style, covering the ground easily and accuracy whilst maintaining her super outline at all times. Delightful temperament, a real little showoff! Full of quality and even at this young age I considered her for the rcc, just missing out to her older kennel mate. BP.   

2ND 2879 - Tidos Mission Control (Mrs C Fairbairn) Another nice one who was close up to 1 again with a beautiful feminine head, good dome, well placed round eyes, short muzzle and such an alert expression. Soundly made with good front and rear angulation, firm topline and lovely flat sickle tail. Moved with a purposeful action. Lovely type who should finish nicely. 

3RD 2932 - Arkoschi Sparkle More (Ms L Taylor) 

1407. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Puppy Bitch 

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2899 - Hollichi Ren’s Legacy (Mrs K L Hollister) Nearly 10months and still with a lot of maturing to do. Nice neck, topline, tailset and carriage. Pretty head with large dark eyes, good dome and well set and used ears. Moved happily, would like a bit more substance but she has plenty time. 

1408. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Junior Bitch 

Entries: 6 Absentees: 1 

1ST 2887 - I'm A Dream Violetta in Love for Diamonchi NAF TAF (Imp Ita) (Mrs D Fothergill) Easy winner here for type and soundness, not long out of puppy and still has maturing to do but already easily a contender for top honours. Small, dainty and compact, ultra feminine with lovely balance to her outline. Her slightly arched neck leads to sound front assembly, good chest and ribbing, firm topline with tail set and carried correctly and well angulated rear. Beautiful headpiece with lovely dome, well placed flaring ears, large dark eyes and a lovely saucy expression. Moved with a typical action, lively and alert, accurate out and back and looking impressive in profile. No doubt a future champion. RCC. 

2ND 2897 - Copymear Cleopatra at Hollichi NAF (Mrs K L Hollister) Lovely type but wasn’t making as much of herself. Nicely balanced with good substance and well sprung ribs. Pretty head with good dome, short muzzle and definite stop. Moved happily. 

3RD 2889 - Copymear War Paint for Jodeschi (Ms J & Mr D R Ginger & Parkinson) 

1409. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Graduate Bitch 

Entries: 5 Absentees: 1 

1ST 2919 - Moltobello Miss Myrtle of Hulawawas (Miss W J Smith) Perfectly schooled and handled bitch who was an easy winner here. Very soundly constructed with good neck and shoulders, lovely chest and ribbing, well muscled rear, firm topline and well set and carried tail. Appealing head with decent dome, definite stop and short, nicely finished muzzle. Moved very smartly around the ring. To be critical I’d like her a touch shorter in body but overall is a lovely honest bitch with much to admire. 

2ND 2878 - Dorenty's Daisy Chain (Miss D Entwistle) Appealing type who really didn’t want to be on the table but once on the floor was much happier and moved out well showing off her nice shape and sound construction. Well domed skull, nice eyes and expression, large flaring ears and lean cheeks. 

3RD 2870 - Christalchi Parti Pris (Mrs S Crowley) 

1410. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Post Graduate Bitch 

Entries: 4 Absentees: 1 

1ST 2927 - Nikitos Notwhitebutivory (Mrs B Sutton) Just 13months old of a lovely size and type. Feminine head with delightful expression from her large round eyes, good dome and well used ears. Super neck and shoulders, firm level topline, good chest and ribbing, well angulated rear and high set sickle tail. Moved with a typical brisk, confident gait, looking impressive in profile as she circled the ring. Still only young but maturing well and another who is sure to do well.  

2ND 2881 - Viktoria's Champs Black Brillant (Imp Hun) (Miss V F Farkas) Very dainty, feminine bitch who was a little square in outline and needs to develop more in body. Pretty face with large flaring ears and dark eyes. Good reach of neck, glossy coat, handled well.  

3RD 2910 - Mikichi Maid in The Moon (Mrs A A Morris) 

1411. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Limit Bitch 

Entries: 11 Absentees: 1 

1ST 2925 - Stanghurst Time to Shine (Mrs S Stangoe) Not the most cooperative showgirl but her qualities were obvious and she did enough to top this class. Appealing size, shape and substance with super front and rear assembly, good chest and ribbing, correctly balanced length of body, firm topline and correctly set and carried tail. Correctly shaped head with good dome, short muzzle, good mouth, large expressive eyes and correctly set ears which she could have used more to really enhance her expression. Very impressive on the move, the most accurate out and back in the class and holding a nice outline in profile as she moved briskly around the ring. In lovely condition and could have been a contender for higher awards if she’d concentrated more on the job in hand! 

2ND 2874 - Chibull Boom Shakalak (Mrs J Davis) Quality bitch, a touch smaller than 1 and pushed her all the way. Gorgeous head with fabulous dark eyes, dark pigment, good dome and well used large ears. Compact and dainty but with lovely body, well muscled rear, ample reach of neck, good topline and tail, all giving a really appealing outline. Moving well looking especially good in profile holding her lovely outline firm as she circled the ring with her head held proudly. Delightful temperament and handled to an advantage, could easily swap places on another day. 

3RD 2930 - Arkoschi Diamond in The Ruff JW (Ms L Taylor) 

1412. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Open Bitch 

Entries: 7 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2900 - Ch Bramerita Posh Totty (Mr K & Mrs S Hornby) 19 month old who was immediately the one to beat in this class and on closer inspection I found nothing to change my mind! Such a smart outline, compact, dainty, feminine but with a lovely body and correct bone for size. Soundly constructed with lovely neck and shoulders, straight front, well sprung ribs, perfect topline, tailset and carriage and well angulated rear. Such a lovely head and saucy expression, fabulous dome, large well used ears, beautiful big dark eyes, defined stop and short muzzle with strong jaw and lean cheeks. She moved like she owned the ring, head high, striding out with purpose, good drive from behind, accurate in all directions, full of spirit and confidence. In optimum condition and handled to an advantage. Thoroughly deserved to top a nice quality entry of bitches. BCC, BOS. 

2ND 2883 - Diamonchi Last One Standing (Mrs D Fothergill) Another super quality chihuahua from this exhibitor, very lively and alert, one that couldn’t help but make you smile when you look at her. Similar in size and shape to 1 again with firm topline and high set flat tail carried well, nicely angulated fore and aft with good chest and ribbing. Correctly shaped head with good dome and large ears, dark round eyes and nicely finished muzzle. Moved well in all directions maintaining her outline, striding briskly round the ring. Considered her for the rcc. 

3RD 2871 - Christalchi Taraking (Mrs S Crowley) 

1413. Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) - Veteran Bitch 

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0 

1ST 2885 - Ch Diamonchi Moonlight JW ShCM (Mrs D Fothergill) Beautiful 8yr old who hides her years well and not surprised to see she carries her title. So nicely balanced in outline with lovely reach of neck, straight front, good shoulders, super topline and tail carriage, well angulated rear and well sprung ribs with correctly balanced length of body. Delightful expression from her correctly shaped head with good dome, well placed large ears, big dark eyes and short muzzle. Moved happily looking particularly good in profile holding her typical outline firm as she strode around the ring. BV and shortlisted in the veteran group. 

2ND 2921 - Valenchino Catching Fire at Diamonchi VW (Miss W J Smith) 7yr old with a fabulous temperament presented in lovely condition. Decent head qualities but could have used ears more, good mouth, eyes and dark pigment. Moved happily holding a firm outline.