Border Union Agricultural Society

Judge Results: Mrs P Butler-Holley (Shandwick)

Border Union Agricultural Society

Saturday, 15 June 2024 (2 day show)

Results For Day #2

Gordon Setter

Generated: Sunday, 16 June 2024 @ 14:10

Border Union : Gordon Setter

Thank you so very much to the exhibitors for giving me the pleasure of judging your dogs, it was an absolute pleasure. If I may comment I found more than a few level bites which is concerning. Without being controversial the Tan colouring needs to be watched as in some it has become pale and in some instances to use a good old Yorkshire word smutty. Thank you once again for the quality entry.

1012. Gordon Setter - Minor Puppy Dog

Entries: 3 Absentees: 0

1ST 2302 - Hernwood Rocket Man (Mr P & Mrs C A Sandiford) A very special puppy displaying so much quality, His head is so very pleasing especially at this age which in any setter needs time to finish. Good neck and shoulders which totally fitted in with his body and overall outline. His clear lengthy strides allowed him to move effortlessly a pleasure to see.

2ND 2268 - Hero Majestic Manon Lescaut Yennadon (Imp Cze) (Ms M J Halliday) A really pleasing puppy at just 6 months old and he certainly was aware of the job he was doing. His head displays all the requirements that are listed in the standard stating that it should be strong but not coarse, and when he matures it will be an absolute classic Gordon head in my opinion. One thing I noted his tan was an absolutely lovely colour.

3RD 2289 - Cafotaliena Heart of A Hero (Mr H & Mrs M Miller)

1013. Gordon Setter - Puppy Dog

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1ST 2302 - Hernwood Rocket Man (Mr P & Mrs C A Sandiford)

2ND 2289 - Cafotaliena Heart of A Hero (Mr H & Mrs M Miller)This youngster needs time, but his overall outline and conformation displays he is a Gordon setter. A little wide in front at the moment and needs time which he has in abundance.

 1014. Gordon Setter - Junior Dog

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1ST 2308 - Glenmaurangi Apollo at Glenkinchie (Mrs C L Smith) a very smart upstanding male, the best of shoulders and excellent upper arm angulation. Good body and strong quarters which when he settled down he used on the move. A lot to like about him. He certainly gave his handler a hard time, loved his colour, deep shining black, and good clear tan.

 1015. Gordon Setter - Yearling Dog

Entries: 3 Absentees: 0

1ST 2249 - Forester's Northern Hunter of Darkmoor with Gadieburn (Imp Deu) JW (Mrs E Ashton) I liked this dog a lot, displaying all the good and correct conformation that the breed should have. His profile and outline his quite striking in looks. He moved so soundly which is a pleasure to see. Should have bright future.

2ND 2308 - Glenmaurangi Apollo at Glenkinchie (Mrs C L Smith)

3RD 2293 - Krisada Not in Kansas (Miss J Pallini)

1016. Gordon Setter - Novice Dog

Entries: 1 Absentees: 1

1ST 2293 - Krisada Not in Kansas (Miss J Pallini) stood alone in this class, presented in top class form, so well-muscled and presented in great coat and condition. Moved OK. For me I would prefer a stronger topline.

1017. Gordon Setter - Graduate Dog

Entries: 4 Absentees: 0

1ST 2258 - Amscot Air Apparent (Mrs J & Mrs L Collins-Pitman & Cox) I loved this dog in almost every department. His head is true being slightly shorter in foreface and his skull. Great expression and good eye which gives the wonderful kind expression. Good length of neck and well angulated shoulders leading to good ribs and strong loin. The best of quarters which he used on the move, displaying fabulous effortless movement. Absolutely delighted to see his breeding, as when I judged him in 2021 I felt he himself had lots of promise and a bright future which he did and delighted to see later that I awarded his Dam the BCC and BOB. I wish this dog well for the future.

2ND 2249 - Forester's Northern Hunter of Darkmoor with Gadieburn (Imp Deu) JW (Mrs E Ashton)

3RD 2272 - Caradilis Jumping Jack (Miss E L Inglis)

1018. Gordon Setter - Post Graduate Dog

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1ST 2298 - Hernwood Cooper King (Mr L E, Mr N & Mrs E Poynter) A finer dog overall than , but has the best and wonderful overall outline and shape. Lots to like about him, covering the ground well in profile movement and so true in front. I like but would just like a little more of him overall. I notice that he is sired by my Dog CC winner today.

2ND 2270 - Gailiech Ngalyod (Mrs F & Mr A Hogg) Stronger in skull and overall head shape which gave a harsh expression. However the overall conformation and outline displays the fact that he is a good example of the breed. I prefer the movement of winner today especially in rear movement but still he moved well and so true in front.

1019. Gordon Setter - Limit Dog

Entries: 7 Absentees: 1

1ST 2274 - Ludstar Maccabee at Glenquin (Imp Ita) (Mr P & Mrs L & Miss N & Mrs F Johnston & Johnston & Johnston & Boxall) On first look around the ring I honestly felt I have seen this dog before someplace, which I actually haven’t but his sire I certainly have. He has a look of “Freddie” about him. Presented in fabulous coat, gleaming coal black coat, with good clean rich tan. A little strong in head for me when viewed from the front but wow his overall shape, conformation and style certainly says a lot about him. Good strong quarters which he certainly used on the move. Close up for top honours today.

 2ND 2288 - Yennadon Calvay JW (Mrs M & Mr N & Miss L & Mr D Millar & Millar & Millar & Scobie)So close up to winner today but decisions have to be made. A wonderful dog displaying overall true conformation. I particularly like his head and eye, good finish to muzzle not overdone at all. The best of neck and shoulders, true good body deep chest, and strong loin. Excellent quarters, which he used on the move.

3RD 2290 - Liric Just The Ticket (Mr H & Mrs M Miller)

1020. Gordon Setter - Open Dog

Entries: 5 Absentees: 1

1ST 2275 - Sh Ch Bryerdale Quantas (ai) (Mrs P J Baines) As the breed asks for symmetrical in conformation this is precisely what he displays in my opinion. Such a top quality dog in all departments. He has so much to like about, he is strong but not coarse in any way. His head and expression is a delight to see he has such a kind eye but intelligent expression. Good length of neck, let down into clean well angulated shoulders. Good strong pro-sternum and deep chest. Good body and strong loin and the best of finish to his quarters. He moved soundly, steady but covering the ground with ease with little effort. At 5 years old he displays everything a Gordon setter should. I have judged this dog before twice once at 5 months old at a companion show at an agricultural show, which is a moment I will remember for a very long time. I was delighted to award him the DCC today and even more delighted to later see that he was the sire of a few class winners today and also the sire of both my RCC winners today also. Thank you.

2ND 2248 - Hernwood The Botanist JW ShCEx OSW (Ms A Ashley-Turner) Quite a flashy dog when first viewed in profile. But a pleasure to go over. He flows well from his nose to tail. Absolutely wonderfully presented and groomed to perfection. I particularly like his head and expression. He has good length of neck clean shoulders and strong body and good ribs, strong loin and good strong quarters. He excelled in movement especially when viewed in profile. He was pushed hard by the dogs mentioned in lower classes for RDCC however I could deny him. Congratulations

  3RD 2269 - Ch Yennadon Barra JW Sgwc (Ms M J Halliday) I feel I should comment further about this class as it was a pleasure to judge especially to have the honour of judging this dog. Absolutely nothing overdone with this dog in any departments I just love him. Congratulations on the Champion title and thank you for giving me the pleasure of judging him.

1021. Gordon Setter - Veteran Dog

Entries: 3 Absentees: 0

1ST 2261 - Sh Ch Liric Fusilier with Shillay JW ShCM ShCEx (Mr I & Mr C Ford) at almost 9 years old he is dog I’ve often admired at shows. Sired by “ Freddie” he resembles him in all departments. A top quality dog in all departments Good head and expression, good length of neck and strong body. Moved true and a pleasure to see him move him profile.

2ND 2291 - Rhum Night Legend ShCM VW (Mr H & Mrs M Miller)at 10 years old he is so wonderfully put together is conformation and overall outline is wonderful. So much to like about and when he moved he certainly covered the ground with little effort.

3RD 2287 - Sh Ch Yennadon Benriach JW ShCEx VW (Mrs M & Mr N & Miss L Millar)

1022. Gordon Setter - Minor Puppy Bitch

Entries: 3 Absentees: 2

1ST 2245 - Harley Manon Lescaut Yennadon (Mrs N Ackerley-Kemp) At just 6 months old these youngster certainly enjoyed the day out by giving this handler a hard time. I am surprised that the handler didn’t manage to trip over the youngster’s legs as she certainly displayed her happiness for being in the ring. She possess a good overall outline and excellent body, so feminine in head I love her expression. My notes say the same thing has her litter brother great colour and especially good clean tan. I will certainly watch with interest as she continues to develop.

1023. Gordon Setter - Puppy Bitch

Entries: 3 Absentees: 2

1ST 2295 - Flaxheath Cover Girl at Glenmaurangi (Mrs A & Ms T Phillips & Watkins) Every bit of her is gorgeous, she has bone and substance, deep body and strong quarters. She shows no coarseness at all. Her head is so correct, great moving youngster she is simply first class. Delighted to award her BPIB in actually fact is was a delight to see two well balanced and good puppies in the challenge for Best Puppy in breed. Congratulations to owners and breeders alike. Later in the day it was a pleasure to see that she won puppy group 2.

1024. Gordon Setter - Junior Bitch

Entries: 2 Absentees: 1

1ST 2267 - Balnakeil Creag Rainich (Mr A M & Mrs S Green) Stood alone in the class, presented well and in good coat and condition, on the move I would prefer to see her carry her tail lower. True movement in front and rear.

1025. Gordon Setter - Yearling Bitch

Entries: 4 Absentees: 1 A little confusion in this class regarding correct dogs not correct numbers. It took a moment to sort out.

1ST 2264 - Kattandale Blac Hawke's Bay at Birniehill (ai) (Ms P Gray) A pleasing bitch overall , however I felt today she needed more body and covering. This however didn’t distract from her overall quality. She won the class on her movement which was true and sound.

2ND 2283 - Kelsnnor Firefly (Miss W Mcquillan)Much more substantially built than winner which spoils her outline a little. She gave her handler a hard time when standing.

3RD 2278 - Ardnadam Willow Coppice (Ms G Mcfarlane)

1027. Gordon Setter - Graduate Bitch

Entries: 6 Absentees: 2

1ST 2306 - Myreside Niamh with Clacorick (Mr W & Mrs B L Smith) A very pleasing bitch overall but to be critical I would like a tad more overall. However her overall quality is good, pleasing head and good length to neck and clean shoulders. She won the class on her movement especially in profile.

2ND 2300 - Kintalis Winter Jasmine (Mrs J M Rand) Lost out to winner in head and expression but still a lot to like about her, presented in top class coat and condition.

3RD 2254 - Mosscript Port Ellen (Mr G M & Mrs J K Brown)

1028. Gordon Setter - Post Graduate Bitch

Entries: 3 Absentees: 0 To explain

1ST 2246 - Yennadon Highland Heidi (Mrs N Ackerley-Kemp) First class bitch of top quality, her head and expression is very pretty. Lots to like about her she moved so soundly and true and in profile her footfall was perfect. Presented in top class condition.

  2ND 2282 - Kelsnnor Cassiopeia (Miss W Mcquillan) Her head wasn’t quite what I was looking for, but her placing in the class was due to her well balanced body, strong but remaining feminine. She moved very well in profile.

3RD 2254 - Mosscript Port Ellen (Mr G M & Mrs J K Brown)

1029. Gordon Setter - Limit Bitch

Entries: 6 Absentees: 1 towards the end of this class the rain came quickly so we all quickly went to the wet weather tent. My judging book just got a little damp.

1ST 2301 - Moonglade Lily Mae Magic (Mrs E Roberts) What a very pretty bitch this is, she is well put together from her quality head and expression to her strong splendid topline and overall outline. She moved so freely and soundly she won this class with ease.

 2ND 2292 - Panthera Bad Medicine Dulmaur (Imp Pol) (Mr L & Mrs E Munro) so close up to winner today but not quite the topline of winner. She has a good head and eye kind expression good shoulders and moved well.

3RD 2276 - Bryerdale Qangeroo (ai) (Ms A Mappin)

1030. Gordon Setter - Open Bitch

Entries: 5 Absentees: 1 Sadly the heavy rain came just at the wrong time, so undercover we arrived and with the patience of the exhibitors we got the ring sorted out very quickly. Thank you

1ST 2303 - Hernwood Gin Fizz JW (Mr P & Mrs C A, Miss C Sandiford & Lewis) She shouted every bit that she is a quality bitch and without any doubt a true Gordon setter. I loved her shape and overall outline and conformation. She has great depth of chest and good strong quarters, which she used well on the move. I liked her very much. Delighted to award her the RCC and later delighted to learn that she is sired by my DCC winner today.

 2ND 2273 - Sh Ch Glenquin Phoenix (Mr P, Mrs L & Miss N Johnston) top quality bitch so very close up to winner. She displayed no coarseness at all in any departments, she is fabulous coat and condition. I loved her colour and especially her Tan markings. She is so much full of quality.

3RD 2277 - Bryerdale Qookaburra (ai) (Ms A Mappin)

1031. Gordon Setter - Veteran Bitch

Entries: 7 Absentees: 3

1ST 2257 - Ch/int/ger Vdh Ch Amscot Love Is in The Air JW Ww 18/21 (Mrs J Collins-Pitman) What can I say except what a top class bitch this exhibit is, She has the most amazing quality head, the correct skull, good length of neck, well angulated shoulders good depth of chest and excellent prosternum. Her body is her strength, and her quarters excellent which she used on the move. Her overall shape is classic and wonderful to see. Her profile movement was a pleasure to see especially as on completion of the class we were able to go back to the outside ring. Outside we came and I was absolutely delighted to be able to award her the BCC and followed by BOB. Congratulations and thank you.

2ND 2279 - Lachmhor Sincerely Yours at Barrabrae (Imp Hrv) (Mr D H Mcneil) at rising 8 years old she certainly showed many youngster what the combination of substance and movement can provide in a very good quality bitch. She powered around the ring with everybit of meaning and purpose. I loved her.

3RD 2299 - Hernwood Summer Eclipse at Kintalis (Mrs J M Rand)

Judge 

Pat Butler-Holley

Shandwick