Birmingham Dog Show Society Ltd

National Dog Show

Flat Coated Retrievers

Judge – Mrs Jane Eyeington (Meadowdale)

I would like to thank the committee for their kind invitation to judge this wonderful breed for the first time with CC’s. I was delighted with the entry. A huge thank you to all the exhibitors for the pleasure of your beautiful dogs and the sportsmanship around the ring. It is always a delight to judge the ‘flat coat’, their enthusiasm is quite infectious, and I spent most of the day grinning from ear to ear at their antics, and sustained the odd flat coat kiss! There are so many good points to the breed, which I will focus on, but there are a couple of areas I feel need to be watched. For the future, bear in mind – tight and level bites, forequarters the lack of forechest and length of upper arm, flat and splayed feet. A huge thank you to my two very efficient stewards, who keep the ring moving nicely for me, and kept me in order!

SBD (3 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: WILSON, Mr A J Hameldowntor Pedro Ximenez

Liked the overall balance of this 2 year old dog, he has a lovely flow from nose to tail. His head is masculine and nicely moulded with a lovely dark eye and kind expression. He has good depth and enough forechest, with a ribcage that is carried well back. Strong and muscular hindquarters with a good width of thigh and bend to the stifle. Nicely boned limbs, would like slightly tighter feet. Moving out soundly and showing his happy nature

2nd: PERRY, Mrs Kathryn & PERRY, Mr Bernard Glenturret Bumbleberry Pie for Casanjay

Lovely 13 month old liver dog, not quite the maturity through the body as winner. Lovely moulded head, with good proportions, eye colour harmonising with coat, small well set on ears, he has a really cheeky and endearing expression. Good length of neck, brisket down to the elbow, correct spring to the ribs and short loin. Not quite the width of thigh of winner. Happy and positive mover

MPD NO ENTRIES

PD (2 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: LONG, Ms L KEEPERSWAY LIVE THE MOMENT

Pleasing overall size and outline to this 10 month old dog, such a happy and lovable character. His head is nicely balanced, with good length and correct breadth, nicely moulded, with a dark kind eye, keen and alert to his handler. Clean neck of good length flowing into a firm topline, falling away a little more in croup, good depth to the brisket, and short loin. Standing on well boned limbs. Moderate bend to the stifle. Moving out well and showing good drive, a little loose in his front action at present. Well presented and handled.

JD (8 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: COLSON, Mr Edward William & COLSON, Mrs Patricia & Windyhollows Ragged Robin JW

Very smart 16 month old, with much to admire. He is strong and masculine, but is in no way overdone, retaining the raciness. When stood he has a balanced outline with one part flowing into the next. His head piece shows to be of the correct proportions and nicely moulded. Lovely dark intelligent eye. Clean neck of good length, firm and well held topline onto correct tail set. Good depth and spring to the ribcage. Lovely bone and tight feet. Liked his hindquarters as they show a good width of thigh and sweep of stifle. A free mover in profile, just needing to tighten a little fore and aft. Beautifully presented in gleaming coat and fit condition.

2nd: PINGREE, Ms S Telurn Final Attraction Among Heatheridge JW

Another youngster with much to like. A fraction heavier all through than winner, still having the racy quality and showing a pleasing outline on the stack. Masculine head, with a good length to the foreface, well placed ears and dark mischievous eyes. Medium length of neck, lovely bone onto neat feet. Brisket down to the elbow, holding a firm topline both stood and on the move. Lovely hindquarters, strong and wide thighs. Shows drive in profile, a little untidy in front today. Put down is super coat and in good muscletone

3rd: BUCKLEY, Mrs & Mr H J & I M Blacktoft Brindisi by Buckleyhill

Res: BURROUGHS, Mrs Vanessa & BURROUGHS, Mr Royston I Know him so well at Rokaness

VHC: WRIGLEY, Mrs Victoria Oiyou Macchiato

YD (7 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: ANDERSON, Ms K Kazval Behind the Mask of Feldkirk

Keen and alert dog, just shy of his 2nd birthday. Liked his overall size and balance, he has the raciness but still masculine. Nicely moulded head, showing good proportions, neat ears and, dark kind inquisitive eyes. Good length of neck cleanly flowing into a firm well held topline. Correct shape to the ribcage, which is down to the elbow, strong in loin. Moderate and muscular in the rear. Holding his outline on the move, with a good tail carriage, a little loose in front. Well handled and in a lovely flat jacket

2nd: CHURCHARD, Mr Derek Flatcharm Griffin Dark at Churchking

Balanced and well bodied all through, this 20 month old dog cuts a nice outline in profile. Well moulded head piece, showing good proportions, with a dark gentle eye. Moderate length of neck, deep in brisket and nice forechest. Stands on well boned limbs. Firm in his topline, with a well set on and well used tail. Strong in hindquarters with a good width of thigh and nice bend to the stifle. Showing good rear drive on the move, a little out at elbow coming towards me. Nicely presented

3rd: BURROUGHS, Mrs Vanessa & BURROUGHS, Mr Royston I Know him so well at Rokaness

Res: WRIGLEY, Mrs Victoria Oiyou Macchiato

VHC: WALKER, Mrs E J & ROBERTS, Dr L Gloi Dubh Kristofer Robin JW

ND (2 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: NO ENTRIES

GD (4 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: BRIGHT, Miss Hilary Hopevalley Morning Phantom

Pleasing outline when stood, this 19 month old dog has a lovely flow from nose to tail. He is of a nice size and has enough substance to show strength and raciness. Masculine head, nicely moulded and one piece, he has such a gentle expression from those dark eyes. Clean neck of good length, depth to the ribcage, would like a little more forecehest, ribs carried well back with a strong loin. Muscular hindquarters to drive around the ring, a faction close behind today, holding his shapely outline on the move

2nd: WILSON, Mr A J Hameldowntor Pedro Ximenez

repeat SBD

3rd: KEARTON, Mrs S D Braemist Bootlegger at Ravenhall

Res: BURROUGHS, Mrs Vanessa & BURROUGHS, Mr Royston I Know him so well at Rokaness

PGD (5 Entries) Abs: 2

1st: WALKER, Mrs E J & ROBERTS, Dr L Gloi Dubh Just One Look

Smart 3 year old dog, who showed himself off with style, and loving life to the full. He has fractionally more length to the body, but still balanced in his outline. Masculine head with a flat skull and a gentle dark eye. Clean neck of good length flowing into a well held topline, and well set on tail which he used with vigour! Brisket is well let down, good spring to the ribcage. Strong hindquarters showing a good width of thigh. Moving out soundly. In good condition and well handled

2nd: PINGREE, Ms S Calzeat Gentleman's Agreement to Heatheridge (Imp)

Liked this dog, but today seemed to have his silly head on, and being a bit of a muppet. He has strength all through but not overdone. Substance and good bone yet having refinement with raciness. Lovely moulded head, strong muscular neck of good length flowing into a firm and well held topline. Deep in brisket and with a good fill in of forechest, well sprung ribcage, and strong short loin. Lovely hindquarters wide and muscular. Let himself down on the move today. Coat in full bloom

LD (3 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: SULLIVAN, Miss Vicky Wyrebeck Caught By Surprise

Balanced and unexaggerated 3 year old dog, who is of a nice size. He has strength and substance, with the desired refinement to give the raciness of outline. He has a balanced masculine head, neat ears and dark intelligent eyes. Strong neck has a lovely flow into his firm topline. He is well bodied, with the correct shape to the ribcage, would like a fraction more forechest, strong short couplings. Well boned limbs and nicely rounded feet. Wide quarters which were put to good use on the move, driving round the ring whilst holding his outline

2nd: BUCKLEY, Mrs & Mr H J & I M Steelriver Hit the Beach with Buckleyhill

Mature 4 year old dog, who is nicely balanced with good bone and substance. He has a lovely masculine one piece head, showing good length and correct amount of width, such a kind dark eye. Body is well developed, with the brisket down to the elbow, and a good spring to the ribcage, firm topline, falling away a little at the croup. Strong hindquarters, with a nice bend to the stifle and width of thigh. Moved soundly, not quite the drive of the winner, and a bit proud of his tail today. Keen and alert to his handler and in full bloom

OD (7 Entries) Abs: 1

A lovely class, with nit-picking decisions between them, and on another day ……….

1st: HOLMAN, Mrs Diane & HOLMAN, Mr Mike SA Ch Trevena Master Chef at Namtresa (Imp) ZAF

Upstanding and smart 5 year old black dog. When stood he has unexaggerated symmetry, with one part flowing into the next. He is of a nice size, with lovely overall balance, masculinity and full of breed type. Loved his zest for life and this showed in his deportment. When standing he is foursquare and has lovely poise, showing himself off with confidence and style. Balanced and proportionate head, good length to the foreface, dark gentle eyes. Clean neck of good length, chest is well let down, with a good forechest, bringing his legs well underneath him. Correct shape to the ribcage, with a strong loin. Well muscled hindquarters, strong and wide in thigh. He has a ground covering action, whilst holding his outline. Would like a little more width behind, but shows drive with lovely front action. Beautifully presented with a flat gleaming jacket – DCC & BOB – delighted to see he was shortlisted in a strong group. I understand that this was his 3rd and crowning CC – Huge congratulations

2nd: REYNOLDS, Mrs Barbara Telurn Can't Touch This

Taken by the overall picture and flowing outline to this 5 year old dog, he shows himself off with confidence and style. When stood he presents a typical silhouette, and impressive stature. He has strength to him but not overdone. Masculine head with good balance, lovely dark expressive eyes. He has a lovely flow from nose to tail. The brisket is well let down, and with a good development of forechest. He stands on well boned legs and round well arched feet. The ribcage is carried well back, with a short strong loin. Width and strength to the hindquarters. He has free and positive movement, not quite the drive of the winner today – Delighted to award him the RDCC

3rd: STEVENSON, Miss S Sh Ch Plainfire's The Captain Of My Heart Is Steel

Res: HOLLAND, Miss Kelly Louise Sh Ch Flatcharm Mr Brightside

VHC: LEWIN, Mr M G Sh Ch Rodsdream First Choice For Vynesbrook

VD (4 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: WRIGLEY, Mrs Victoria Oiyou Harum Scarum

Smart 7 year old dog, who is of a pleasing size, he has good substance and is masculine. Nothing is overdone on this dog, having the right amount of strength through the body but giving a racy outline. Handsome and balanced head piece, with a good length to the foreface, dark inquisitive eyes. Good length of neck flowing into a firm topline, with a well set on and carried tail. Having complimentary angulation fore and aft. Strong hindquarters, thighs have width and a nice sweep of stifle. Presented in good flat gleaming coat. Moves with purpose and drive BVD & BVIB – Delighted to hear he was shortlisted in the veteran group

2nd: WALKER, Mrs E J & ROBERTS, Dr L Sh Ch Gloi Dubh Fingal JW Sh.CM

Very close up, another lovely veteran, who is not showing any signs of his 9 years. Presenting a shapely silhouette when stood and sound in his construction. Lovely moulded head, so expressive, not quite as clean through the neck, liked his depth and forechest. Standing on well boned legs, feet not as tight as winner. Super topline and tailset with strong hindquarters. Happy mover with good drive. Put down in good coat and condition, well handled.

3rd: STAFF, Mrs Christine Anne Bonnyhilbrae Royal Flush

SBB (4 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: PRIOR, Mrs Amanda Jayne Blacktoft Avelino

14 month old black bitch, still a little raw at this stage but it is all there. She is of a medium size, happy and outgoing, keen and alert to her handler. So very feminine in her head, nicely moulded, dark kind eye, and neat well placed ears. Clean neck of good length, enough depth and spring to the ribcage. Holding a firm topline both stood and on the move. Hindquarters have strength with a good width of thigh. Moving out soundly in all directions.

2nd: MCQUADE, Mrs Jane Gemswin River of Dreams

Pleasing outline to this 20 month old bitch. She is nicely balanced in her proportions when stood. Feminine head, with a lovely dark kind eye, good length to the foreface. Clean neck flowing into a firm topline. She has good depth to the brisket, not quite the forechest of winner. Well boned limbs. Liked her hindquarters they show a good width of thigh and good bend to the stifle. A happy mover at one with her handler

3rd: GOODMAN, MRS JOCELYN ANNE & GOODMAN, Mr Graham Blacklake Dark Lady for Gayplume

Res: WELCH, Mrs FRANCES M STRANFAER ONE HIT WONDER

MPB (2 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 8397 BRANT, Mrs Nichola EARLSEYE OH YOU PRETTY THING

At only 7 months old, showing herself off well. Still very raw as you would expect, not quite the body of her sister who stood behind her today, I am sure they will swap places regularly. Lovely balance to her head, nicely moulded, with a dark eye. Clean neck, enough depth to the brisket and spring to the ribcage. Good width of thigh. A little loose on the move at present, showing her happy personality.

2nd: 8406 CLARKE, mrs Camilla EARLSEYE STAR IN THE SKYE

Litter sister to winner, she is a little more forward in her development, but not showing herself off today, seemed a little unsure in the noisy hall. Feminine head, with a dark gentle eye. Nicely developed through the body for her age, tending to lose her topline a fraction. Pleasing hindquarters. A little loose in her front action, but clean going away.

PB (3 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 8420 HOLLIDAY, Mrs Suzanne Shashkrox Raise Your Glass

Lovely flowing outline to this 10 month old bitch, she has pleasing substance and bone but so feminine. Liked her balanced head shape, one piece with a dark eye. Good length of neck seamlessly merging with a firm topline. Brisket down to the elbow, would like a little more forechest. Nice spring to the ribs for her age and carried well back. Strong hindquarters. Showing herself off well, just needing to tighten on the move, but keeping her outline and showing drive.

2nd: 8412 EGGINTON, Miss Sarah & EGGINTON, Mr Paul & EGGINTO Pajanbeck One Moment In Time AI

Much to like on this 9 month old, she is of a medium size and very feminine all through. Lovely head shape, good length and with a dark eye. Moderate length of neck, holding a firm topline. Her chest is well let down with a lovely spring to it, the loin is short with a well set on tail. Not showing the drive today, but clean in her action

JB (6 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 8471 TAGG, Mrs S Oiyou Double Espresso

Liked the overall balance of this 12 month old bitch, nothing is overdone, and she is proportionate. Nicely moulded head, flat skull, with length to the foreface, and dark intelligent eyes. She is well let down in brisket, with a clean front, quality bone, and neat feet. The ribcage is carried well back with a strong loin. Holds a firm topline, with an ever-wagging tail. Liked her hindquarters which show a good width of thigh and correct bend of stifle. Moving out with good drive and working well with her handler

2nd: 8426 JOYCE, Mrs Karen P & JOYCE, Mr David Stranfaer One Fell Swoop

Another nice bitch, not quite the balance of outline of winner, but only 12 months of age. Pleasing feminine head, of good length, and kind dark eye. Good length of neck flowing into her firm topline. Slightly longer in the body. Good depth to the brisket. Stands on nicely boned limbs, feet not quite as tight. She has a ground covering action. Beautifully presented

3rd: 8452 PRIOR, Mrs Amanda Jayne Blacktoft Avelino

Res: 8407 COLLINS, Mr and mrs Geoffrey and Sally Telurn Falling in Love with Steeplehouse

VHC: 8482 WELCH, Mrs FRANCES M STRANFAER ONE HIT WONDER

YB (11 Entries) Abs: 2

1st: 8404 CHAMBERS, Miss Caroline Hototo Pretty Ballerina JW

Really liked the feminine elegance of this 21 month old bitch, but she also has the desired amount of substance. Presenting a lovely outline when stood, with lovely body lines. Feminine in head, showing good length, neat ears, and dark gentle eyes. Good length of neck, firm in her topline, with a well set on and used tail. Enough depth through the body. Strong and wide thighs to her rearend. Moving out soundly and with good drive

2nd: 8441 MELLOR, Miss Georgina May Flatcharm Guilty Pleasure

20 month old bitch, who is balanced in her outline. She flows from nose to tail. Lovely moulded head, flat skull, good length to the foreface, and dark eyes. Brisket is down to the elbow, with a good spring to the ribcage, firm short loin. Firm topline held both stood and on the move. Strong wide quarters. Not quite as clean in her movement as winner today, but showing lovely drive

3rd: 8442 MENZIES, Mrs Karen Candidacasa True Feeling

Res: 8469 SULLIVAN, Miss Vicky Wyrebeck Live Forever

VHC: 8480 WARRINGTON, Miss Dawn Woodavens Weigela Wind

NB (5 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 8471 TAGG, Mrs S Oiyou Double Espresso

repeat Junior Bitch

2nd: 8426 JOYCE, Mrs Karen P & JOYCE, Mr David Stranfaer One Fell Swoop

repeat Junior Bitch

3rd: 8396 BRANSCOMBE, Miss E A Pajanbeck How We Love with Torinmill A.I

Res: 8412 EGGINTON, Miss Sarah & EGGINTON, Mr Paul & EGGINTO Pajanbeck One Moment In Time AI

VHC: 8448 PAWELSKI, Mrs DARIA Anna Elia Gold Chocolate (IMP. POL)

GB (6 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 8414 FORD, Ms Helen Lussac Yawl of Percuil JW

Just 2 years of age, and showing all the virtues and breed type, she is clean and sound throughout. Presenting a balanced and proportionate outline when stacked. Feminine one piece head, with good length, neat well placed ears, and dark well shaped eyes. Her neck blending smoothly into a firm topline and well set on and carried tail. She has lovely depth and well developed forechest, ribs nicely sprung and strong hindquarters. Moving out with good drive. Just needing time and a little more feather to finish the picture

2nd: 8391 BELLAMY, Miss Abby Moontorn Better Half of Me JW

2 year old bitch, who’s handler gets the best out of her, showing herself off in style. She is of a slightly smaller frame than winner, but with a lovely outline. Her profile is balanced and very feminine. Pleasing head shape, so keen and alert, with a hint of mischief in her dark eyes. Clean neck of good length, firm level topline, with a good set on of the tail, which never stopped. Not quite the forechest of winner, but good depth and ribcage. Strength in her rear which she used to power round the ring. Not quite in as good a coat today

3rd: 8401 REYNOLDS, Mrs Barbara & DUNNETT, Mr Paul Hoedun Miss Atomic Bomb

Res: 8487 WILLLIAMSON, Mr Scott & WILLIAMSON, Mrs Tina Hoedun Joy Ride To Sandti

VHC: 8484 WHITAKER, Mrs Rita & WHITAKER, Mr Nicholas & KILSB Jetstarski I'm On Fire

PGB (8 Entries) Abs: 3

1st: 8403 CHAMBERS, Miss Caroline Hototo's Polly Toodle

Lovely clean outline to this 3 year old bitch, she is so shapely with strength and elegance. Stood she shows to have a balanced outline and good proportions. Feminine head, with good length nice shape to the eye and of a dark colour. Long, strong neck flowing into her firm topline. Good depth to the brisket and nicely developed in forechest, correct spring to the ribs, with a strong loin. Nicely muscled hindquarters with a good width of thigh. She shows good reach and drive in profile movement. Cleaner in her front action than behind

2nd: 8444 MILTON, Mrs Amelie-Claire Manteauplat Black Pippin

4 year old bitch, not quite the overall balance of winner but so very feminine with good substance. Nicely moulded one piece head with a lovely expression. Strong neck of good length, her ribcage is well let down and she has a good forechest, correctly sprung ribs and a short strong loin. Liked her hindquarters, they show a good width of thigh with the right amount of bend to the stifle. Moving out soundly, just tending to be a little soft in her topline. Nicely presented with a lovely flat coat

3rd: 8415 GARDINER, Miss A Bitcon Taylor Made For Svenjak

Res: 8462 STAFF, Mrs Christine Anne Bonnyhilbrae Lasting Joy

VHC: 8481 WELCH, Mrs FRANCES M Stranfaer Lyin Eyes

LB (16 Entries) Abs: 4

Super class of bitches

1st: 8456 ROSS, Mr R & Mrs S M Islstrom Aila

Loved her, this 3 year old has beautiful poise and so well balanced. Her lines are graceful, showing good bone and substance, yet she is workmanlike and elegant. She stands foursquare, is of medium size and has a shapely and proportionate silhouette. Lovely moulded one-piece head, with a dark gentle eye. Strong clean neck of good length flowing seamlessly into a firm well held topline. She is well developed though the body, with depth to the brisket and good forechest, the ribs are of the correct shape into a short and square loin. Straight forelegs with excellent bone and tight well arched feet. Strong and wide quarters, moved with ease covering the ground, clean and true fore and aft. Shown in a gleaming flat coat. Delighted to award her the BCC & BOS. Just not the sparkle of the dog in the final challenge

2nd: 8440 CURTIS, Miss E Tallistar Crazy In Love

Another with so much to like, very classy 3 year old bitch. A bit of a lunatic on a lead, which I loved her for, outgoing and raring to go. She has strength to her flowing lines, impressive outline with nothing overdone. Most feminine of heads, with good balance, and dark mischievous eyes. Flowing from nose to tail, firm level topline and well set on tail, which was in constant use. Deep in brisket and well developed in forechest. Well boned limbs and neat feet. Harmonious in her angulation fore and aft. Well presented and handled. Thrilled to be able to award her RBCC

3rd: 8388 ANDERSON, Ms K Kazval Angel in Your Sky Over Feldkirk

Res: 8411 EGGINTON, Miss Sarah & EGGINTON, Mr Paul & EGGINTO Pajanbeck Angels on my Side

VHC: 8447 NICHOLLS, Mrs L & PRICE, Mrs C Llantrussa O'Sole Mio

OB (7 Entries) Abs: 3

1st: 8390 BELLAMY, Miss Abby Moontorn Goddess Of Love

Beautiful outline to this 6 year old bitch, she just flows and when stood to present an impressive outline. She is right for her overall size, shape, and femininity. Lovely head piece, with a flat skull, good length to the foreface, correct shape to the eye of a dark colour giving a gentle expression. Good length of neck, flowing into a firm topline. Deep in brisket and a good spring to the ribcage, well developed in forechest. Moderate in bone and feet not quite at arched. Super hindquarters, wide and strong. Lovely reach and drive in profile, a little untidy today in her front action, moving in harmony with her handler.

2nd: 8408 COLSON, Mr Edward William & COLSON, Mrs Patricia & Blacktoft Frozen in Time By Windyhollows (ai)

6 year old bitch from a different mould to winner being slightly stronger all through. Showing good balance to her outline. Long feminine head, flat skull, well placed ears, and a dark gentle eye. Moderate length of neck, super development of forechest and depth to the ribcage which are nicely sprung. Firm topline with a square firm loin. Strength over her backend, nice sweep of stifle and width to the thighs. Shown in good muscle tone and coat. On the move she has free and powerful movement with a ground covering action.

3rd: 8488 KIDDELL, Miss Andrea Multi Ch Hameldowntor Midsummer Night's Dream TAN

Res: 8470 TAGG, Mrs S Empire Glory Black Brianta At Oiyou JW10 SGWS (Cze

VB (8 Entries) Abs: 2

Liked both of these bitches, could have easily swapped places

1st: 8410 DAVIS, Mrs Vicky & EGGINTON, Mrs Jan Go with the flow Dynamic Faithful (Imp NLD)

Wow, at 9 years old, this bitch is still raring to go, full of beans and has a zest for life. She is of a nice size and showing good overall balance and proportions. She has the typical feminine one-piece head, flat skull, of good length, and balance. Well developed in forechest, with the brisket down to the elbow. Correct length and spring to the ribcage with a short loin, Firm topline, falling away a little at the croup. Strong hindquarters. Still in tip top condition and moving out soundly

2nd: 8473 WALKER, Mrs E J & ROBERTS, Dr L Gloi Dubh Gigha JW

Very close up to winner, liked the flow to this 7 year old bitch, each part flows seamlessly into the next. She is of a nice medium size, has the raciness but with the desired substance. Pleasing balanced head shape, with a dark eye and gentle expression. Good length of neck with a firm level topline. Good forequarters, with depth, correct spring to the ribcage. Standing on well boned limbs and nicely arched feet. Muscular wide quarters. Shame she seemed unsettled in her movement today. Beautifully presented and handled.

3rd: 8395 BRANSCOMBE, Miss E A Torinmill Gaelic Aurora

Res: 8443 MERRIMAN, Mrs Catherine Elizabeth Candiliz Pina Colada

VHC: 8402 REYNOLDS, Mrs Barbara & DUNNETT, Mr Paul Hoedun Alexandra Of Denmark