Westmorland Canine Association

Westmorland County Show

Dog Section

14-09-23

Judge: Miss H A Upton (Roydack)

Gundog Group

1st - Cocker Spaniel - SINCLAIR’S CHATAWAY DRESS TARTAN AT DUCLARUS JW ShCEx OSW

2nd - GSP - SIELSKI - ORCHIDSTAR MISSING LINK JW

Another cracking GSP from this kennel, I liked her for her balanced strong appearance and her effortless movement covering the ring, she shows off that she could work the field all day which is what this breed is all about.

3rd - Field Spaniel - MOORE’S - ELGERT SWEET LITTLE LIES AT GADHELIC VW

4th - Flat-Coated Retriever - CURTIS’S - TALLISTAR CRAZY IN LOVE

Gundog Puppy Group

1st - Field Spaniel - HOLGATE’S - NADAVIN NEALA

2nd - Welsh Springer Spaniel - GRAHAM’S - NYLIRAM THE SUSPECT

3rd - GSP - WEST’S - CEILLOCH LUCK BE A LADY

4th - Pointer - GORDON’S - HAWKFIELD WITCH DOCTOR

Labrador Retriever

Puppy (2,0)

1 - SMITH’S - POTTERZURI MISTER PUMBAA OF FLYENPYG

8mnth old dog, slightly finer than I'd prefer for a male, however, balanced for his age. Lovely expression in his eyes, straight forelegs, a good length of neck into well-placed shoulders, ample depth to chest and spring of ribs for age, body length correct for height, good bend of stifle, and sufficent amount of muscle, he moved out well covering the ground with ease, I just would have preferred him to be less proud of his tail. (BP)

2 - BISHOP’S - THE GIRL IS FUN FROM LINJOR

A girl with lots of personality, she made me smile but was giving her handler a hard time in the ring. Pretty head of lovely proportion, more mature in body than 1, but not as balanced at this stage.

Junior (3,0)

1 - SMITH’S - POTTERZURI MISTER PUMBAA OF FLYENPYG

2 - SMITH’S - FLYENPYG AMY SWINEHOUSE

A black bitch with a pretty head, dark eyes, and a soft expression, stronger in her front assembly than the rear, well ribbed up, the handler needs to be careful when bating her not to push her neck into her shoulders as it gives the illusion of no neck, moved well but would like more drive from the rear.

Post Grad (7,2)

1 - POWELL’S - SEATALLAN CHILLI

Substantial male, masculine well-proportioned head with a lovely expression, good front assembly standing on nice tight feet, clean neck leading into well-placed shoulders, deep from withers to brisket and well ribbed up, level topline with short couples and good width to loin, good bend of stifle, well muscled throughout. Moved well covering the ground effortlessly.

2 - BISHOP’S - NORTHERNJOY RAMBLING ROSE

Pretty headed bitch with a lovely cheeky expression, not as balanced as 1. Presents a clean outline, with well-sprung ribs and strong rear angulation. She moved with drive and enthusiasm holding her topline on the move.

Open (4,1)

1 - POWELL’S - CLAIRSTONE SWEET MEMORY OF SEATALLAN (DMK) NAF

A beautiful well balanced black bitch, clean-cut head with a broad skull, the correct amount of stop, lovely eye colour with the gentlest expression. A neat front assembly standing with good length and width to neck leading into well-placed shoulders, good depth of fore chest and spring to rib, she carries the right amount of weight and muscle for her frame and has lovely rear angulation which she used to her advantage on the move. Moved with Drive and purpose and covered the ground effortlessly. (BOB)

2 - SMITH’S - FLYENPYG PORKY PIG JW OSW

Lovely headed male with a great expression through his dark eyes, not as balanced as 1, and is stronger in his rear than fore, well ribbed up, and presented in good condition. Moved well and he made me smile as he was slashing his tail the whole way around and holding his topline as he did.

Flatcoated Retriever

Puppy (5,1)

1 - CURTIS’S - TALLISTAR MIDNIGHT ASH

7-month-old mature puppy, plenty of bone, muscle, and coat for one so young. Masculine well-defined head with soft but alert expression, clean neck leading into well-laid shoulders, good depth of chest and spring to rib, straight forelegs standing on tight feet, strong topline and correct tail carriage, well-bent stifles and well let down hocks, moved out with great reach and drive slashing his tail as he went (BP).

2 - BLIGH’S - RAVENCRAG LIMITED EDITION

Less mature than 1, I would prefer a little more work in his head but no denying he is a male, balanced dog, with ample spring of rib and depth to chest, moved well just needs time to mature up.

Junior (5,0)

1 - CURTIS’S - TALLISTAR MIDNIGHT ASH

2 - BLIGH’S - RAVENCRAG LIMITED EDITION

Post Grad (2,0)

1 - WHITAKER & KILSBY - JETSTARSKI I’M ON FIRE

A pretty liver bitch, full of substance, and presented in good coat and condition. Nicely moulded head with pretty eyes and friendly expression, clean neck into well-laid shoulders, deep-chested, good front angulation, would prefer a little more bend of stifle, moved well with a beautiful slashing tail.

2 - MELLOR’S FLATCHARM GUILTY PLEASURE

Not as balanced as 1, slightly longer in body. Pretty head and expression, deep in chest, and good spring of rib, she just lacked the drive on the move which lost her the class today.

Open (3,0)

1 - CURTIS’S - TALLISTAR CRAZY IN LOVE

A bitch with presence is what I wrote in my book, presented in gleaming coat and condition, handled to advantage, and was as one with her handler. Pretty head of correct proportions, beautiful dark eyes with a twinkle in her eye, a clean neck, deep in the chest, plenty of lung room in well-sprung ribs, and correct body length. Straight in foreleg with tight feet, lovely rear angulation, nothing over-exaggerated about her, she moved out with drive and enthusiasm. (BOB and GRP 4).

2 - WHITAKER & KILSBY - EVENING MIST BLACK BRIANTA (IMP CZE)

A pretty balanced bitch who was lacking her coat today, well boned and with plenty of muscle, a lovely clean neck of the correct length leading into well-placed shoulders, good depth of chest and ample forechest, fore and aft angulation correct and she showed this on the move, moved around the ring effortlessly and she certainly has a ‘show girl’ attitude.

Golden Retriever

Puppy (3,1)

1 - MAGSON’S - CASTLEGOLDEN CLASSY GIRL

6mnth old bitch presents a balanced picture, beautifully chiseled head with dark eyes, a soft expression, straight forelegs with ample bone for age, a deep chest with good spring of rib, level topline, fab rear angulation, and with a good amount of muscle. Once settled, moved well covering the ground effortlessly (BP).

2 - O’GORMAN’S - BERRYMEADE BILLY SUMMERS (AI)

Substantial male lacking the balance of 1. Masculine head of correct proportions, gentle expression, clean neck, deep in brisket, level topline, presented in good coat and condition, and loved his golden colour. Moved well but would prefer more drive from behind.

Junior (3,1)

1 - O’GORMAN’S - BERRYMEADE BILLY SUMMERS (AI)

2 - TRAFFORD’S - ASTLEYFOLD SPRING PRIMROSE

Pretty bitch with a lovely expression and dark eyes, a bit raw still at the moment, and needs time to mature in body. Moved ok.

Post Grad (6,4)

1 - TRAFFORD’S - WYNRITA MISTI DAZE AT ASTLEYFOLD

This girl made me smile from the moment she walked into the ring, balanced, well-bodied with good muscle coverage, well-coated, and presented in good condition. Pretty head with the cheekiest of expressions, clean neck of correct length, leading into well-laid shoulders, level topline, deep-chested with well-sprung ribs, she really came to life on the move where she cruised around the ring with effortless footfall (BOB).

2 - EVAN’S - MARDARGOLD THE LOOK OF LOVE

Lacking the maturity of 1 in body, pretty headed bitch with dark eye and soft expression, clean neck, deep in chest and with ample spring to rib, strong topline, straight in foreleg with good feet. Moved ok would prefer a little more drive from the rear.

Open (5,1)

1 - TRAFFORD’S - WYNRITA MISTI DAZE AT ASTLEYFOLD

2 - WALLIS’S - BLUE GEMSTONE KATRINA AT CAMELLIS

Substantial male full of substance, just lacking the show attitude today, beautiful head of correct proportions, nice amount of muscle and length of neck, level topline, good fore, and hind angulation, deep in chest with good spring to ribs. Moved well just lacked the enthusiasm of 1 today, but held his topline and slashed his tail as he moved around the ring.

Pointer

Puppy (5,2)

1 - GORDON’S - HAWKFIELD WITCH DOCTOR

A liver and white male presented the most balanced out of the class at this time. Masculine in the head with lovely detail and correct proportions, a lovely cheeky expression in his eyes, a clean neck, good shoulder placement, ample depth to chest and spring to rib, straight in foreleg standing on nice tight feet, good hindquarters and lovely to see the correct tail run off straight off his back which it stayed when on the move whilst slashing it merrily around the ring, moved well once he got rid of some excitement (BP and PG4).

2 - LEWIS’S - KANIX SNAPDRAGON AT FALLOWFIELD

Another male of different types, masculine in head with lovely eyes and expression, nothing over exaggerated in this male, well muscled and excellent spring of rib, just not as balanced at this stage as 1, another one who was excitable on the move but once settled moved well covering the ground with ease.

Junior (4,1)

1 - BOOTH’S - LUNDGARTH JUBILEE

A bitch who might lack confidence but has it all in the right places. Handler worked hard at getting the best out of her. Pretty head with all the detail required, lovely clean outline when she relaxes, ample amount of chest and depth to brisket for her age, strong topline with the correct tail carriage, this bitch comes to life on the move, she owns the ring and covers the ground effortlessly, one I’m going to watch with interest.

2 - GORDON’S - HAWKFIELD WITCH DOCTOR

Post Grad (3,1)

1 - WILKINSON’S - STOCKSFELL SHOCKWAVE

Pretty b/w bitch with a feminine head and expression with dark eyes, a strong arched neck leading into good shoulder placement, good depth to brisket and spring to rib, well muscled, and with strong front and rear angulation, moved out well, but needed to go slightly faster.

2 - NELIS’S - FREEBREEZE LARK ASCENDING

Not as balanced as 1, pretty head with a slightly more alert expression, she needed to relax in order to present herself better. Well-muscled and carrying the right amount of weight ample spring to rib and depth to chest, moved ok once she settled down into her stride.

Open (7,1)

1 - ODDIE’S - CHESTERHOPE ONE WAY TICKET (AI) (IMP NZL)

No denying this was a dog, presented in good condition good bone and muscle, and carrying the right amount of weight, handled to advantage as he was being naughty today. Masculine head of correct proportions, a glint of naughtiness in his eyes today, strong muscular neck, clean of throatiness, well-angulated fore & rear, a good amount of spring to his ribs and depth to chest, he came alive on the move he moved out with purpose and drive and ate up the ring. (BOB)

2 - MASON’S - MORGAN VAN FREEBREEZE (IMP NLD)

Pretty bitch with a lovely kind expression, a clean outline but not as tidy in front as 1. Plenty of spring to rib and deep-chested, strong hindquarters with good bend of stifle, moved out across the ring with effortless footfall.

Bracco Italiano

Puppy (2,0) 2 litter brothers in this class whom i sure will swap places throughout their showing careers.

1 - WARBURTON’S - OWLSPOINT LOADS OF TROUBLE

I liked this puppy very much, he is well-balanced correct shape and size, lovely clean outline, is masculine in head but not overdone, lovely cheeky expression in his eyes, a muscular neck of good length, clean shoulders, ample spring to ribs, and depth of brisket for his age, good body length, sound topline strong hindquarters with plenty of muscle, once he settled for the runner, he moved out well, close for BOB, but lacked the maturity of winner (BP).

2 - FAZENFIELD’S - OWLSPOINT ASKIN FOR TROUBLE

Similar comments apply to 1, however slightly longer in body than his brother. Handsome in head, well balanced, deep brisket, well ribbed up, good muscle coverage, and the right amount of weight on him for his age. Moved well with drive and enthusiasm.

Junior(2,1)

1 - FAZENFIELD’S - OWLSPOINT ASKIN FOR TROUBLE

Post Grad (1,0)

1 - WARBURTON’S - WITHAMFRIARY LUSH BLOSSOM

I liked this bitch for size and balance, pretty bitch with a soft expression, a lovely strong front assembly, a clean outline, good topline, well ribbed up with deep brisket, correct body proportions, well muscled and angulated hindquarters. Moved with purpose and drive.

Open (2,1)

1 - I would prefer slightly more bone and slightly less length in the body, however, she presents a balanced picture and moves with such reach and drive that I couldn’t deny her top honors, handler needs to be careful not to move her too fast though. feminine head, with a lovely expression, clean neck, leading into well-placed shoulder, she has ample spring to rib and depth of brisket for her frame, good topline, well angulated in rear, she showed off her construction on the move where she owned the ring and covered the ground effortlessly. (BOB).

Cocker Spaniel

Puppy (3,1)

1 - HOLLAND’S - KYNA TOUCH OF MAGIC TO HOLCHANCER

6mnth old bitch, feminine in the head with correct proportions, well balanced presenting a nice outline, straight front with good bone and tight feet, clean neck with the right amount of muscle for age, ample spring to rib, straight topline with correct tail set, moved well with purpose and enthusiasm (BP).

2 - DAVIES - ANNASIDE YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE

It was a close decision between these 2 puppies and I’m sure they will swap places on many occasions. I just preferred the balance and movement of 1 today. Pretty-headed bitch with a kind expression, presented in beautiful coat and condition, clean neck, straight forelegs, tight feet, ample depth to the chest, and spring to rib. Moved ok.

Junior (5,1)

1 - SINCLAIR’S - CLARAMAND MERCURY RISING AT DUCLARUS

Masculine head of correct proportions, dark eyes with a glint of naughtiness in them. Clean well-muscled neck, level topline with correct tail runoff, well ribbed up with good depth to brisket, balanced dog presented in good coat and condition, he certainly made me smile as was a little naughty on the move, but once settled moved out with free flowing action.

2 - PENDLEBURY’S - COOLEELA BLACK BEAUTY AT SANDABYS

Pretty headed bitch with a beautiful ear set, presented in good coat and condition, and handled to advantage, didn’t quite have the balance of 1, moved out well covering the ground with ease.

Post Grad (5,1) very close decision between 1 & 2 a lovely class.

1 - WALTON’S - ANNASIDE LET’S DANCE

Handsome male with a kind expression, compact in size, and well-balanced. Ample bone and muscle, well presented and handled to advantage, came alive on the move covering the ground effortlessly and holding topline.

2 - DAVIES - ANNASIDE’S STAR TURN

Pretty headed bitch with the darkest eye and beautiful lashes, well presented in gleaming coat and condition, clean neck, well ribbed up with deep brisket, strong hindquarters with good bend of stifle. Moved well, just didn’t have the spark of 1.

Open (5,2)

1 - SINCLAIR’S CHATAWAY DRESS TARTAN AT DUCLARUS JW ShCEx OSW

As soon as she walked into the ring, I went wow, presented in a gleaming coat and condition. She owned the ring as soon as she walked through. Lovely compact cocker outline with no exaggeration, feminine head of correct proportions, dark eyes with a gentle expression, lovely low ears to finish off the head, clean neck of moderate length, leading into well-laid shoulders, deep in brisket with good spring of rib, level topline with the correct tail runoff, hindquarters muscular, with good bend of stifle, she came to life on the move, moving with purpose and drive with a look at me attitude. I could not deny her BOB and the Gundog Group.

2 - HOLLAND’S - CRIMICAR INDIGO MAGIC TO HOLCHANCER

Masculine head, correct body proportions with plenty of bone and muscle, clean neck, plenty of lung room, standing on good front and rear angulation, moved well just didn’t have the presence of 1.

English Springer Spaniel

Puppy (1,0)

HOUSE’S - GLEADSBURY DESTINY BELLE

A beautifully balanced puppy with a bundle of personality, well balanced and full of breed type. Feminine head with a kind eye and nice ear set, clean neck with plenty of muscle for age leading into well-laid shoulders, ample spring of rib and forechest for age, straight front, good topline, moderate bend of stifle, and nice tight feet. Moved well with enthusiasm and spring that you would expect of a springer. (BOB & BP).

Junior (1,0)

MERRY’S - GLEADSBURY IT IS DESTINY FOR ANACAPA

Brother to puppy winner, Masculine head with lovely expression, not as balanced as sister at this stage, straight front legs, good forechest, with ample spring to rib, well muscled throughout, would prefer tighter feet. Moved ok but would like to see more drive from the rear.

Post Grad (1,1)

Open (1,0)

1 - HOUSE’S GLEADSBURY DYNAMITE

A 4 ½-year-old bitch, pretty in the head with a melting expression, did have the ‘presence’ of the youngsters in the ring, but very similar in type. Compact build with plenty of bone and muscle for frame, presented in good coat and condition. Moved well.

Welsh Springer Spaniel

Puppy (2,0) Two litter sisters in this class are very similar in type, 1 with slightly more maturity at this stage and handled to advantage.

1 - GRAHAM’S - NYLIRAM THE SUSPECT

Pretty headed bitch with a soft expression, with lots to like about her, she is balanced with correct body proportions however she still needs to mature into her body but at this stage, she has ample spring to rib and enough bone and muscle for age. Moved with purpose and enthusiasm with perfect footfall and holding her topline as she went, I will watch these 2 puppies with interest. (BP and PG2).

2 - GRAHAM’S - NYLIRAM THE WITNESS

Very similar comments apply, however, she doesn’t have the maturity and confidence of 1. I actually preferred the head on this bitch as it has slightly more to it at this stage. She moved well once settled and not chasing her sister.

Junior (0)

Post Grad (1,0)

1 - MOORE’S - BRENT OYSTER BAY

As this bitch walked in, I thought who is this. Very typy, presents a lovely Welsh outline and presented in good coat and condition. Pretty headed bitch with a soft expression, a good length of neck into well-placed shoulders, ample forechest, and standing on straight forelegs with tight feet, she has a good spring of rib and correct length of body for frame, strong hindquarters with good bend of stifle. She came alive on the move she moved with purpose and welshie enthusiasm. (BOB).

Open (1,0)

1 - GRAHAM’S - NYLIRAM THE MOTH CATCHER JW

A beautiful-headed bitch with the gentlest of expressions in her eyes, well-boned, and with plenty of muscle throughout, slightly lacking her coat today, she is a mature bitch with plenty of lung room in well-sprung ribs and deep in brisket, she is strong in her hindquarters with the correct amount of bend in stifle and well let down hocks. She moved well on the move however appeared to be carrying a little bit too much weight.

AVNSC Gundog

Puppy (2,0)

1 - HOLGATE’S - NADAVIN NEALA - Field Spaniel

Wow was my thoughts when I saw her enter the ring. Beautifully balanced, presented in good coat and condition, nothing over-exaggerated about her, she just has it all. Feminine head of correct proportions, with a lovely expression with dark eyes, moderate ears set correctly, clean neck long muscular neck, leading into well laid back shoulders, good straight forelegs with ample bone, well ribbed up with plenty of depth to chest, strong topline and correct tail carriage, well-angulated hindquarters that she put to use as she flowed effortlessly around the ring. (BP, PG1) was thrilled to stay and watch her go Best Puppy in Show.

2 - DONOVAN’s - TIGHNABO SGALPAIGH - Gordon Setter

A typically raw Gordon Setter whom I liked very much for breed type, lacking in body and coat at this stage but he has it all there. Masculine head of correct proportion, dark eyes with a lovely noble expression, he presents as well balanced with a level topline, clean neck, and tight feet. Moved out well covering the ground with ease, one I will watch for in the future.

Junior (4, 2)

1 - HOLGATE’S - NADAVIN NEALA - Field Spaniel

2 - STEPHENSON’s - MARIGLEN WAVE DANCER FOR BONDGATE - English Setter

A pretty bitch, well presented in good coat and condition, I would prefer more bone to her, handler needs to go slightly faster with her on the move as she lacked the drive from behind today.

Post Grad (4,0)

1 - SNOOK’S - MOORBROOK MOGUL OF MARCH - English Setter

Typically ‘English’, resents a balanced outline and is presented in good coat and condition, personal, masculine head of correct proportions, gentle expression, a good amount of bone and muscle, straight forelegs, good depth of chest, and spring to ribs. Moved with purpose and enthusiasm, slashing his tail the whole way around and holding his topline.

2 - MARIGLEN WAVE DANCER FOR BONDGATE - English Setter

Open (6,1)

1 - MOORE’S - ELGERT SWEET LITTLE LIES AT GADHELIC VW - Field Spaniel

9yr old who does not look her age she certainly gave the youngsters a run for their money in this class. Beautiful head typical of the breed, soft kind expression, clean neck, level topline, well sprung ribs and good depth to her chest, good fore and rear angulation which when she stopped messing her temporary runner around she showed off by covering the ground effortlessly. (BAVNSC and Grp 3).

2 - TAIT’S - SH CH TALINTYRE WINTER SHADOW - Irish Red and White Setter

Very close to 1 in this class, I really liked him, he presented such a balanced picture, well muscled and with the bone required for this breed. No denying he was a male in his masculine head sitting on a muscular long neck, good lay of shoulders, straight forelegs and tight feet, well chested and with plenty of lung room, level topline, strong hindquarters with well-bent stifles, another one that moved around the ring with presence and perfect footfall.

AV Gundog Puppy (10,5)

1 - HOLGATE’S - NADAVIN NEALA - Field Spaniel

2 - HOUSE’S - GLEADSBURY DESTINY BELLE - English Springer Spaniel

AV Gundog Veteran (14,10)

1 - TAIT’S - SH CH LOVENJOEL SLEEPING BEAUTY - Irish Red and White Setter

This bitch caught my eye as she walked in and I was not disappointed when I got my hands over her, not surprised to see she has her title, she oozes quality, nothing over-exaggerated, typical outline, is well presented, and in good coat and condition. Feminine head of correct proportions, Dark eyes, clean neck into beautiful shoulder placements, good depth of brisket and spring to rib, strong topline, straight forelegs and tight feet, well-bent stifle, and well-muscled hindquarters, she owned the ring on the move, free and with effortless drive, holding her topline and slashing her tail the whole way round.

2 - MAGSON’S - SH CH CASTELEGOLDEN CLASSY LADY JW - Golden Retriever

If only I had 2 first places, again not surprised to see her with her title, also mother to my best puppy in the breed, a classic head of correct size and detail, pretty with a soft expression, beautifully balanced and presented in good coat and condition, front and rear angulation used to advantage on the move, where she covered the ground with great footfall.