Midland English Setter Society

Midland English Setter Society

Open Show

Sunday 26th November 2023

Judge – Mrs Jane Eyeington (Meadowdale)

I would like to thank the officers and committee for their kind invitation to judge at the Open Show 2023. It is a great honour and privilege, to have the opportunity to assess so many lovely dogs. To all the exhibitors for their entry and the opportunity to go over your dogs – THANK YOU. It was such a shame about the absentees, I think this may have been due to the Pointer & Setter Championship show the day before – not easy doing 2 shows in a weekend! And the weather was not kind to us, really dreary and wet. There was a lovely atmosphere, and good to hear applause for all exhibits and their placings.

Minor Puppy Dog (1,0)

1. Mrs Ciaputa - Ravensett Cote D’Azur

Delightful 6 month old O/B dog, and for one so young presented a nicely balanced outline. Liked is overall substance and body, all giving a shapely silhouette. Nicely proportioned head, with a dark oval eye to give a gentle expression. Super depth, and development of forechest, ribs well sprung and standing on well boned limbs and tight feet. He held his topline both stood and on the move, with a good tail carriage and enjoying his day. Clean and true in his hind movement, just needing to settle in front. Put on a good performance to the end of the day to take BPD & BPIS

Puppy Dog (4,1)

1. Mrs Ciaputa - Ravensett Cote D’Azur

Repeat MPD

2. Mr & Miss Arkley - Tattersett Blue Lord

Shapely 11 month old B/B dog, who is maturing along the right lines and loved his happy nature. Nicely balanced when stood. He has a pleasing head, with a good length to the foreface, nicely squared flews, and those lovely dark eyes. Good length of neck, with enough depth to the brisket, not quite the forechest of winner at present. Holding a firm topline with a good tail action, not the drive of winner today. Shown in good coat and well presented.

3. Mrs Forrest - Elvistar A Boy Named Sue

Veteran Dog (2,0)

1. Mrs King - Dobbies Delight At Grantastar

Always a real pleasure to judge the veterans, B/B boy 9 years old, who was showing himself off with style and energy. Thought him to be of a lovely size and stature. Nothing is exaggerated, and all in proportion, with masculine strength. Balanced head, nicely chiselled with a dark melting expression. Strong and of good length neck, lovely depth to the brisket and spring to the ribcage. Stands on good round boned limbs. Liked his hindquarters, with a good width of thigh and bend of stifle. Moving out well with drive and a good tail action. Shown in full bloom - BVD

2. Ms Hopper - Bramstorm Forest Sprite

7 year old O/B dog, nicely balanced in his overall outline, a fraction racier and more elegant in his stature than winner. Well proportioned head piece , nice oval shape to the backskull, with a good length to the foreface and gentle dark eyes. Long elegant neck, just enough depth, not quite the forechest , nicely sprung ribs and strong hindquarters. Another moving out well whilst holding his outline, with a lashing tail.

Junior Dog (5,3)

1. Mr & Mrs Thomas - Kanietter Sarka

17 month old B/B dog, Liked his balance and masculinity. Full of himself and being a typical teenager! Handsome head, nicely squared flews, with strength to the muzzle and proportionate to the backskull, a soft and gentle expression. Good length of neck flowing into a firm and well held topline. Liked his depth of chest and spring to the ribcage. Well boned legs, with hindquarters that show a good width of thigh and bend of stifle. Moved out with enthusiasm and soundly, tending to fly his tail a little today.

2. Fisher & Withey - Severnsett Black Prince

Naughty but nice! Appealing 15 months old darker tri boy. He has good body proportions and has a lovely flow from nose to tail. Pleasing head shape, a fraction lighter in eye colour. Long elegant neck flowing into a firm and well held topline. Good depth and ribcage with a strong loin. Well off for bone and standing on lovely tight feet. Not quite the hindquarters of the winner. Moved out with good drive and well presented.

Yearling Dog (3,2)

1. Mr & Mrs Thomas - Kanietter Sarka

Repeat Junior Dog

Maiden Dog (1,0)

1. Fisher & Withey - Severnsett Black Prince

Repeat Junior Dog

Novice Dog (2,1)

1. Fisher & Withey - Severnsett Black Prince

Repeat Junior Dog

Graduate Dog(2,1)

1. Mrs King - Sirius Blue Heaven At Grantastar

Pleasing 2 year old tri boy, who presents a shapely outline when stacked. He is good for size, substance, and masculinity. His head is well proportioned with a good length and strength to the muzzle, right amount of stop and a kind eye. Good length of neck, held a firm level topline both stood and on the move. Nicely sprung ribcage with a strong loin. Hindquarters show a good width of thigh. Moving with ease around the ring

Post Graduate Dog (2,1)

1. Mrs Szal - Sharnyx River Flow

Beautifully presented 5 year old tri, who has plenty of substance and shown in first class coat and condition. He has a well balanced head piece, just a shade heavier, but his expression lovely and he is keen and alert to his handler. Lovely length of neck flowing seamlessly into a firm well held topline, falling away a little at the croup. Deep in brisket with a well sprung ribcage, super round bone, and well arched toes. A good bend of stifle, with low set hocks which he used to drive around the ring, just a tad close behind today.

Limit Dog (1,0)

1. Miss Taylor - Bumblecorn Ash Of Tattay

This 5 year old tri dog presents a very smart picture when stood, his outline is typical and unexaggerated, with one part flowing into the next. Graceful yet masculine in his stature. Clean cut head, with good proportions and lovely dark almond shaped eye giving a gentle expression. Good length of neck flowing into a well held level topline, brisket down to the elbow. Limbs show good quality round bone and tight well arched feet. Harmonious angulation fore and aft. Has a lovely side gait on the move, just tending to move a little wide at the behind today. Beautifully presented and well handled. Delighted to award him RBD

Open Dog (1,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Wilson - Ravensett Giovanni

Impressive 5 year old O/B dog, who is graceful in his outline when stood, but with the right amount of substance. Having a natural presence to show himself off with style. He has a pleasing head, well balanced with a correct stop, dark almond shaped eyes, and low set ears, to give a melting expression. Clean neck of good length flows into his firm and level topline. Liked his depth and development of forechest. Harmonious in his angulation fore and aft. On the move he carries himself proudly with free and positive strides and lashing tail – BD & BOS

Special Beginners Dog (3,2)

1. Mr & Mrs Thomas - Kanietter Sarka

Repeat Junior Dog

Minor Puppy Bitch (5,3)

1. Mrs Skeggs-Gooch - Nellasett Velvet Brown

Lovely 7 month old tri girl, who has good overall proportions and shows good balance for her age. She has a pretty feminine head, lean and nicely chiselled with a kind dark eye. Flowing neck into her well held topline. Not quite the body of 2nd as yet but everything is in the right place, with enough depth and ribbing. Showing a nice bend of stifle and low set hocks, with a good tail carriage and proud demeanour. Winning today on her more coordinated movement – BPB & RBPIS

2. Taylor & Atyeo - Ravensett Cappuccino

Loved the body and substance on this 6 month old Tri. She has elegance and substance combined to present a smart outline. Balanced head, with a good length to the foreface and dark eye, still needing to break as you would expect. Well developed in brisket and forechest, standing on well boned limbs and neat feet. Not showing herself off to advantage today, being rather distracted and therfore moving a little erratically. Love to see her again when she is on form.

Puppy Bitch (3,1)

1. Mrs Skeggs-Gooch - Nellasett Velvet Brown

Repeat MPB

2. Mrs Forrest - Elvistar Private Dancer

A nice promising B/B youngster, with much to commend her. It was her 1st birthday today, and she was enjoying the day. She is keen and alert to her handler, with a nicely balanced outline when stood. She has a well proportioned head, nicely chiselled and flews squared. Clean neck of good length, just enough depth, not quite the forechest of winner. Good width of thigh. A happy mover with a lashing tail, but today tending to lose her topline a little.

Veteran Bitch (2,0)

1. Mrs Loakes - Sh Ch Rachdale Painted Lace At Goldbirch

Wow, what a super bitch this is, and in fabulous condition, hard to believe she is 8½. B/B who is of a lovely size, has substance and is oh so feminine. Pleasing head with a melting expression from those dark soulful eyes. Sightly arched neck, smoothly transitioning into well laid shoulders. Lovely depth to the brisket and spring to the ribcage. Her hindquarters compliment the forequarters to show balance and sound construction. Strong rear, with a good width of thigh and bend of stifle, all put to good use on the move. Flowing around the ring with her head held high and a lashing tail when in profile. Today not quite the precision in front, but lovely drive from the rear. Presen in tip top condition. Delighted to award her RBB, RBIS & BVIS

2. Taylor & Atyeo - Samelen Gtedolden Taffeta

Another super bitch, with much to admire. A very honest O/B, 9 years of age, who carries the years well. When stood presents lovely body lines giving a balanced and shapely outline. Thought she had a melting expression, her head being well balanced and nicely chiselled with a dark almond eye. Good length of neck, deep in the brisket and the ribs are well sprung, holding a good topline with strong hindquarters. Strode out on the move, with a good head carriage and ever wagging tail.

Junior Bitch (1,0)

1. McKee & Westmacott - Bronze Bombshell

Congratulations to dog and handler, who were both at their first show, and doing a grand job -well done. 14 month old O/B bitch, who has a pleasing outline when stacked, moderate all through, and very feminine. Still a little raw at present, but time in on her side. She has a well balanced head, lean and well chiselled, with a dark almond eye and low set ears. Enough neck and starting to fill her frame nicely. Holding a firm topline both stood and on the move, tail set a little lower. A happy and steady mover.

Yearling Bitch (3,2)

1. McKee & Westmacott - Bronze Bombshell

Repeat Junior Bitch

Maiden Bitch (0,0)

Novice Bitch (0,0)

Graduate Bitch (3,2)

1. Mr & Mrs Welburn - Oshowa Dream Come True

Pleasing outline on this happy and outgoing 2 year old dark B/B bitch. Nicely balanced, and very feminine. Well proportioned head, correct amount of stop, strength to the foreface and a lovely dark eye giving her a kind and gentle expression. Good length of neck, would like a little more forechest, just enough depth, good spring to the ribs, holding a firm topline, with nicely angulated hindquarters and width of thigh. Moved with good width and parallel behind and little lose in front today. Well presented.

Post Graduate Bitch (5,3)

1. Mrs Felton Blyth - Wansleydale Sky Angel At Felsett

Very elegant and feminine B/B bitch, who is coming up 3 years of age. Thought she had a lovely shapely silhouette with a good flow through her topline. She has an appealing head, well proportioned, lean, with low set ears, and dark kind eyes. Her slightly arched neck is of good length and flows seamlessly into a firm well held topline. Brisket is well let down, with well sprung ribs. Harmonising angulation fore and aft. She carries herself well on the move, with her head held high and good tail action, a fraction close behind today. Beautifully presented in good coat and sympathetically handled.

2. Dennis, Harris & Morgan - Mariglen Unwrapped JW

Of a different stamp to winner, pale tri bitch coming up 3 years of age. She has good substance and bone, just not showing herself off today to advantage. Feminine head, nicely balance backskull to foreface, lean and well chiselled, and a dark almond eye gentle in her expression but with a hint of cheekiness. Strong neck of good length, deep in brisket, not quite the forechest of winner, well boned limbs onto neat feet. Strong hindquarters with a good width of thigh and in lovely muscletone. Positive on the move

Limit Bitch (3,1)

1. Mrs Loakes - Goldbirch Hearts Desire JW

Very stylish and feminine 2 year old tri bitch. She has a beautiful outline when she settles, but has a tendency to fidget and lose her topline a little. Quality head, lean, well chiselled, strength but not overdone, and a butter wouldn’t melt expression. Lovely elegant neck with a slight arch, flowing into a well placed shoulder. Well developed through the body, with depth to the brisket and a good ribcage. Strong hindquarters which were put to good use to drive around the ring, with a happy demeanour. Needs to settle in front, lovely drive from the rear. Beautifully presented and coat in full bloom

2. Mrs Beasley - Wansleydale Mayflower At Latjeata

Another pleasing bitch, 2 year old B/B who had her naughty head on today, giving her handler a hard time! Liked her overall size and shape, very feminine all through and elegant in her outline. She has a balanced head, with a lovely dark eye, but today preferred the work in the head of winner. Good length of neck, a firm and level topline. Enough depth and spring of rib, with limbs of good round bone and well arched toes to the feet. Angulation fore and aft are balanced. When settled moved out well. Shown in good coat.

Open Bitch (6,2)

1. Pitts & Normsell - Ned Ch Vanquish Opportunity (imp Nld)

My star of the day, darker blue bitch, going all the way to take BIS, in a hard fort contest with the VB winner. Today she looked a picture on the stack, so very balanced, combining elegance with the desired substance. Each part just flowing seamlessly into the next to give an impressive outline. She is clean and sound throughout, and adds that elusive sparkle needed to take the top spot. She has an appealing quality head, lean, with strength to the foreface, oval shape to the backsull, melting dark almond eyes to give such a soft and gentle expression. Clean neck of good length, flowing into her firm well held level topline. She has good depth and well developed in forechest. Stands on well boned limbs and tight feet. Well balanced angulation fore and aft, with hindquarters showing a good width of thigh and well bent stifle. Moved out purposefully, with her head held high, firm topline and lashing tail. Clean in her front and rear action. In first class coat and condition – BB & BIS

2. Mrs Beasley - Wansleydale Amaretto At Latjeata

Very smart 6 year old tri bitch, who has a lovely outline when stood, so elegant and graceful. She shows good overall balance, nothing is overdone and all in proportion to give a typical and typey silhouette. Most feminine of head, nicely chiselled, good stop, low set ears and dark soulful eyes. Good length of neck with a slight arch, flowing into her well held level topline. Brisket is down to the elbow, and her ribs are nicely sprung. Complimentary angles which enabled her to move positively and true. Put down in lovely coat and condition.

3. Mrs Forrest - Walshaw Illumination Over Elvistar

Special Beginners Bitch (2,2)