Border Union Agricultural Society

Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)

Thank you to Border Union for inviting me to award CCs in this breed for the first time. I had a quality entry with some quality exhibits to go over. In some classes I was splitting hairs and in others, the quality was so high that some dogs had to go unplaced or further down the line. My thanks must go to my able stewards for keeping the ring running smoothly and to the exhibitors for their sportsmanship and bringing their dogs for me to assess.

Minor Puppy Dog (5)

1st Stading’s Toltechi’s Dante Le Poete - Lovely tri puppy presenting a good outline. Wouldn’t like him any taller however his many qualities shone through to win him this well filled class of babies. Handsome head with well rounded skull, defined stop and muzzle of correct length. Lovely dark round eyes, full of mischief, well spaced and of good size. Large, flaring ears which he used well. Nice neck fitting seamlessly into well laid shoulders. Chest developing well for age. Correct body length, level topline kept at all times. Ribs well sprung and carried well back. Loin short. Hindquarters sound with good angulation. High set tail of correct carriage. Moved positively from all angles.

2nd Holmes’ Cazants Biggysmallz - Really admired this youngster, just lacking a little confidence today, however has plenty of time on his side to gain it! Head of good proportions, apple domed with short pointed muzzle. Dark, large round eye of good size and set. Good ears, large and of correct set. Neck of good length, slightly arched and fitting into a sound front assembly. Forelegs well set under him, straight with neat feet. Proportionate body of correct length, well ribbed back, short loin, level topline. Well angulated rear with well bent stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set sickle tail. Moved soundly.

3rd Sutton’s Nikitos Nowdontgoaskin

Puppy Dog (2)

1st Alexander’s Alderxena Pocket Rocket - Dainty and compact, gassy wee guy of 8 months old. So full of confidence and his own self importance. Handsome head with pleasing expression, skull apple domed, definite stop and pointed muzzle of good length. Tidy mouth and bite. Large, dark, round eyes so full of cheek. Large, flaring ears well set on his skull. Nice amount of neck into well laid shoulders, good chest for age. Well bodied and proportionate with ribs well sprung and carried well back, short loin, level topline. Hindquarters well angulated with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. Sickle tail set high and of correct carriage. Moved with confidence.

2nd Huntley’s Jahneemahs Fancy Man - I really loved this typy puppy however he was not a happy boy today and refused to cooperate for his handler. Beautiful head of good proportions, well rounded skull, good stop and muzzle of correct length, lovely dark pigment. Large, round expressive eyes, ears of correct shape, size and set. Neck neck into a sound front assembly, good depth of chest and forelegs well set under him. Good length to body, if being picky would like him slightly shorter in loin. Well sprung ribs, solid topline. Hindquarters sound and of good angles. When settled demonstrates breed typical movement.

Junior Dog (1)

1st Rooney’s Yorone Make My Day - Eye-catching 13 month old who stood alone but, straight out of the top drawer, could trouble some of the best in any line up. A picture of balance when freestood and soundly constructed. Masculine head with handsome expression, apple domed skull with well defined stop, pointed muzzle of correct length. Tidy mouth. Lovely dark round eyes well spaced in his skull. Large, flaring ears which he used well. Reachy neck of good length, slightly arched and flowing seamlessly into well laid shoulders. Good depth of chest, straight forelegs well placed under him, neat little feet. So well bodied in good muscular condition throughout, ribs well sprung and carried well back, short, muscular loin, level topline kept at all times. Sound hindquarters, well bent stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set sickle tail. Moved typically and soundly with brisk, effortless strides. Couldn’t be denied the RCC today in good company.

Yearling Dog (2)

1st Jones’ Pepeetolynn Rich Tea - 19 month old compact young man presenting a nice outline. Handsome head of good proportions, apple domed skull, defined stop, short muzzle. Lovely large round dark eyes of correct set. Earset correct. Enough neck into a decent front assembly, enough depth to chest, forelegs straight. Proportionate body, good ribbing, short loin and a spirit level topline. Hind angles matching that of front. High set tail carried well over his back. Moved OK.

2nd Kerr’s Silverchi Island Dreaming from Rhinns - Slightly longer cast than 1st and another who was rather unhappy on the move today. Masculine head of good proportions, handsome expression. Dark, round eyes of good size and set. Ears large and flaring. Good amount of neck into well laid shoulders. Enough chest, straight forelegs, feet could be a little tighter. Good length to body, well sprung ribs carried well back, slightly longer in loin than my ideal, level topline. Sound hindquarters. Correct tail set and carriage. Reluctant to move today.

Graduate Dog (2)

1st Alexander’s Alderxena Pocket Rocket

2nd Entwistle’s Dorenty’s Arfa Sixpence - Handsome boy of good proportions. Compact and of good size and shape. Lovely head, apple domed skull, defined stop and fine, pointed muzzle. Lovely large eyes, harmonising with coat colour and well spaced. Ears large and flaring which he used well. Good neck into a sound front assembly. Correct body length, just needs to fill out a little, well sprung ribs and level topline kept at all times. Sound hindquarters. Preferred movement of 1st.

Post Graduate Dog (2)

1st Tyson’s Starceylon Checkmate - Nice little dog of good proportions. Good head with apple domed skull, defined stop and pointed muzzle of good length. Large, dark round eyes of good set. Ears large and well set on his skull. Nice neck with slight arch into a decent lay of shoulder, forelegs straight and of fine bone. Compact body of good length, not overly long, ribs well sprung and carried well back, short loin, level topline which he kept at all times. Hindquarters muscular with enough bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set sickle tail well carried over his back. Moved steadily with brisk strides.

2nd Jones’ Littlecharm Baileys Cream from Alltoyways - Compact young man with handsome expression. Lovely round apple domed skull, head of good proportions, well pigmented. Dark eyes, large and round, well set apart. Ears well spaced, of good size. Could benefit from a little more neck. Moderate lay of shoulder, enough chest with straight forelegs. Well bodied with good spring of rib, level topline, loin short and muscular. Moderately angulated hindquarters matching that of forequarters. A little erratic in hind movement.

Limit Dog (7)

1st Halls’ Jorazan Roody Red Sox JW - Topped this quality class on his lovely construction, purposeful, brisk movement and appealing expression. Head of good proportions, nice dome, definite stop with fine, pointed muzzle. Super bite. Eyes large and dark, forward facing and well set. Large, flaring ears showing attentiveness to his handler at all times. Good reach of neck with slight arch fitting into well laid shoulders. Nice depth to chest, forelegs straight and set well under him, neat, tidy feet. Body proportionate, slightly longer than high without being overlong, ribs well sprung and carried well back, short, taut loin. Hindquarters well muscled, well bent stifles and parallel hocks propelling him well on the move. High set, sickle tail of correct carriage. Moved soundly from all angles with brisk, forceful strides.

2nd Rooney’s Yorone Two Can Play That Game - 13 month old fawn who is litter brother to my RCC winner. Another quality exhibit who presented a balanced outline, was at one with his handler and displayed good breed type. Handsome head and expression of good proportions, well domed skull, muzzle of good length, slightly pointed. Reachy neck into a sound front assembly, good depth of chest and straight forelegs. Proportionate body with well sprung ribs, if being picky would like him a whisker shorter in loin, but this doesn’t detract from his overall balance. Muscular rear, well angulated. High set tail, sickle and carried well over his back. Moved typically and soundly.

3rd Sutton’s Ultima’tom De L’Isle Au Vert Coteau Nikitos

Open Dog (9,2abs)

1st Hunt & Fothergill’s Diamonchi Mr Moonstone - Typy 2 year old red who ticked all the boxes for outline, balance and construction. Such a handsome head with masculine yet saucy expression, apple domed skull, stop well defined and muzzle length correct. Lovely, large dark round eyes well set in his skull. Ears well set, large and flaring. Arched neck of good length flowing seamlessly into well laid shoulders, good depth of chest with straight forelegs well placed under him. Compact body, in excellent condition throughout, not overly long, ribs well sprung and carried well back, loin short and muscular. Well rounded rear with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set, sickle tail. Moved soundly from all angles with brisk strides, keeping a level topline at all times. CC

2nd MacKay’s Beaulamey Show Me The Money for Tarabish - A beautiful cream who pushed 1st hard and was seriously considered for the RCC. Balanced outline, of good size and type giving his all to his handler. Quality headpiece with good dome, proportionate muzzle and good bite. Well pigmented. Lovely large, dark eyes well set and adding to his appealing expression. Nice amount of neck into a sound front assembly, good depth of chest and straight forelegs, neat feet. Compact body in super condition, well sprung ribs, short, muscular loin. Hindquarters well angulated with well bent stifles and good width behind. Flat, furry tail well set and carried well over his back. Moved soundly and typically.

3rd Halls’ Jorazan Top Gun Flyer JW

Minor Puppy Bitch (3)

1st Huntley’s Jahneemahs Just The Ticket - Gorgeous cream of just 8 months old, so full of sass and attitude. Well balanced and of good size and shape. Skull is apple domed with defined stop and fine, pointed muzzle. Tidy bite. Lovely dark pigment. Large, dark, expressive eyes, round and well set in her pretty face. Large, flaring ears. Good reach of neck flowing into well laid shoulders, chest developing well for age, straight forelegs well set under her. Well bodied, proportionate length, well sprung ribs carried well back, short loin, level topline held at all times. Hindquarters sound with well bent stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set, sickle tail. Moved positively from all angles with typical brisk movement. BPIB

2nd Alexander’s Alderxena Interstellar - Not as mature as 1st but nevertheless a nice puppy. Proportionate head with good dome and good muzzle length. Eyes dark and expressive, large, round and well spaced. Good ears. Enough neck into a decent front, compact body of good length, well ribbed and short loin. Level topline. Hindquarters matching the angles of her front. High set, sickle tail. Moved well.

3rd Black’s Roovena Pumpkin Patch

Junior Bitch (3)

1st Fothergill’s Diamonchi Miss Beautiful - Such an aptly named gorgeous bitch! 17 month old red. So well balanced. Gassy and sassy! Stunning head with saucy expression, apple domed skull, definite stop and correct length to muzzle. Large, dark, round expressive eyes well set and adding to her glorious expression. Large, flaring ears which she used well. Reachy neck with slight arch flowing seamlessly into a correct shoulder placement, chest well developed, straight forelegs of fine bone well set underneath her. Body in excellent condition throughout, well ribbed back with good spring, short, taut loin. Spirit level topline. Well rounded rear with good angulation. High set sickle tail, flat and furry. Moved around the ring like she owned it, sound from all angles and demonstrating typical brisk, purposeful movement. Couldn’t be denied CC & BOB today in excellent company. Delighted to see her take Group 4 under Carl Sparrow later on in the day.

2nd Silverstein’s Silverchi Endless Love - Another lovely young bitch who was unlucky to meet 1st on such top form today. Pleasing, balanced outline. Feminine head of good proportions, lovely, large dark round eyes, good ears of correct set, shape and size. Good neck, sound front assembly with good depth of chest. Proportionate body, well ribbed back, short, muscular loin. Hindquarters strong and sound. Another very good mover.

3rd Tyson’s Yanet Leo Valentina at Starceylon

Yearling Bitch (1)

1st Hornby’s Bramerita Gotta Dance - Really pretty young black & tan who presented a lovely outline when freestood. Well rounded, apple domed skull, definite stop and a muzzle of good length. Dark, large, expressive eyes well set in her feminine face. Large, flaring ears. Nice amount of neck, sound, straight front. Tidy feet. Proportionate length to body, well ribbed back with good spring. Level topline. Well angulated hindquarters with well bent stifles and parallel, low set hocks. Good sickle tail. Moved soundly.

Novice Bitch (3,1)

1st Alexander’s Alderxena Interstellar

2nd Entwistle’s Stadmeyer Jasmine Dorenty - I really liked this girl and initially thought she would be my class winner, however she was uncooperative on the move and wouldn’t take any chances to settle. She has such a pretty, feminine head and saucy expression. Large, round eyes with colour matching her coat. Nice neck into well laid shoulders, forelegs well placed under her, good depth of chest. Solid little body, well ribbed back and good spring, short loin, level topline. Sound hindquarters. High set sickle tail. Just needs to settle.

Graduate Bitch (1)

1st Sutton’s Ultra Violette De L’Isle Au Vert Coteau Nikitos - Really pretty cream bitch who unfortunately did not show herself off to her best advantage today due to having a different handler apparently. Well domed skull with proportionate muzzle and clearly marked stop. Good bite. Large, dark, round expressive eyes. Large, flaring ears. Good amount of neck, sound front assembly with good forehand, nice depth to chest. Longer than high without being overly long, good spring of rib, short loin and firm, spirit level topline. Hindquarters well muscled and angulated. Unfortunately today, lost her confidence and spirit on the move.

Limit Bitch (2)

1st Sutton’s The Black Dream De L’Isle Au Vert Coteau Nikitos - Eyecatching black tricolour of 2 years old, well balanced and of good shape and size. Super attitude and full of sass. Feminine head and expression with good apple dome and fine pointed muzzle. Tidy bite. Lovely expressive large dark eyes, round in shape and well set in her skull. Good ears and set. Correct length of neck with slight arch fitting soundly into well laid shoulders, nice depth of chest and straight forelegs well set under her. Good length to body, level topline kept at all times, compact and well muscled throughout. Hindquarters sound with well bent stifles and low set parallel hocks propelling her well on the moved. Moved well from all angles with brisk action.

2nd Silverstein’s Silverchi Mona Lisa - Another lovely exhibit who just lost out on hind movement. Fawn & White particolour who has such a beautiful, feminine head and saucy expression, proportionate with good apple dome. Dark eyes, large and round, well pigmented nose and eye rims. Good ears, large and flaring which she used well. Lovely reach of neck into a sound front assembly, nice depth to chest, straight forehand of fine bone with neat feet. Proportionate body with well sprung ribs, short loin and level topline. Hindquarters well muscled with good angulation. Moved well.

Open Bitch (3)

1st Sutton’s Nikitos Nowwillieseeme JW - Quality cream bitch of lovely size, make and shape. When stood properly creates a picture of balance. She got better and better as the class went on. Beautiful head of good proportions, apple domed skull, definite stop and muzzle of correct length. Good bite. Well pigmented. Large, dark, round eyes well spaced. Large, flaring ears. Neck slightly arched and of good length flowing smoothly into a correct lay of shoulder, good depth of chest, finely boned straight forelegs, well placed under her. Compact body, slightly longer than high, well ribbed back, short, muscular loin, level topline. Well rounded rear with correct angulation. High set, sickle tail. Moved soundly and typically. Pulled out all the stops in a strong bitch line up to be awarded the RCC.

2nd Fothergill’s Diamonchi Miss Sparkel JW - Pushed 1st hard and no doubt will change places many times in their careers. Presents a balanced outline, is of good size and has a super sassy attitude. Lovely head of good proportions giving such a typical expression. Large, dark round eyes adding to her feminine expression. Sound front assembly with well laid shoulders, good neck, correct depth of chest and straight forelegs. Solid little body in excellent condition throughout, well ribbed back, short, taut loin and level topline. High set, sickle tail. Sound hindquarters with well bent stifles and parallel hocks. Another excellent mover.

3rd Fairbairn’s Ch Tidos Mission Control

Claire Mills (Clanscot)