St Andrews Cupar & District Canine Society

St Andrews & District Canine Society

Basset Hound

Post Graduate (2)

1st Bowers’ Sasilasy Edge of Chaos at Lyonglen - 6 month old tricolour boy who is very raw as expected at this age but has lots to like about him. Preferred front and topline of this exhibit. Handsome, masculine head, good skull shape, domed, muzzle of good length and strength. Slight wrinkling and nice lips, not overdone in any way. Well pigmented nose with wide open nostrils. Eyes of good set, shape and size, dark and full of expression. Low set ears of good length. Neck of good length, slightly arched and fitting into a good front. Shoulders well laid back, short strong forelegs of quality bone, feet large and well knuckled. Still to develop in chest and body but has plenty of time on his side. Good length to him, well ribbed back with good spring. Level topline kept at all times. Well rounded rear, well angulated. Tail set and carriage correct. Moved well from all angles with good reach and drive.

2nd McCord’s Kelansue Foos Yer Doos - 3 year old bitch of good size and substance. Tended to dip her topline a bit today. Feminine head, domed skull, very slight stop and tapering muzzle of good length. Supple skin on head with slight wrinkling, good flews, not too pendulous. Large, dark nose with wide nostrils. Clean, expressive eyes of good set, shape and size. Ears low set and of correct length. Would prefer a little more neck, enough chest, short forelegs of good bone, large well padded feet. Well bodied, ribs well sprung and carried well back, muscular, broad loin. Hindquarters strong and muscular. Well let down, straight hocks. High set tail, saber-like and carried well. Moved soundly.

Open (3, 1)

1st McCord’s Kelansue Toffee Apple - 4 year old bitch who presents a clean, balanced outline. Good size and substance.Carrying a bit too much weight. Pretty girl with feminine expression, appealing head proportions, domed skull, muzzle gently tapering, large nose with wide open nostrils. Slight wrinkling of supple skin, flews not overdone. Eyes clean and of good size, shape and set. Ears set on low, of good length, curling leathers. Muscular, arched neck of good length fitting into well laid shoulders, forelegs short and strong with large, well knuckled and padded feet. Chest of good depth and width with prominent sternum. Body of good length, well rounded ribcage carried well back, muscular loin, level topline. Well round rear, good muscle tone, hind angles matching that of fore. Low set, strong hocks. High set tail, saber-like and carried well. Moved well. Just pipped the puppy on maturity for BOB.

2nd Jeffrey’s Kelansue Dauntless - 9 year old bitch in super condition for her age, a credit to her owner. Carrying too much weight and dropping her topline. Feminine head of good proportions, domed skull, very slight stop, muzzle tapering. Clear, dark eye of good shape and size, ears set low with curling leathers of good length. Enough neck into strong shoulders, forelegs well boned, large feet. Nice length to body, ribs well sprung and carried well back. Hindquarters broad and rounded with enough bend to stifles and low set straight hocks. High set saber tail carried well at all times. Moved with great dignity.

Akita

Post Graduate (1)

1st Hunter’s Shanaburn About Damn Time at Casakura - young bitch of just 12 months old. Presents a pleasing outline, balanced with good substance for age. Large, feminine head, broad, flat skull, clearly defined stop. Strong, broad muzzle of good length, well developed cheeks. Lips fitting well, broad underjaw. Eyes dark, almond shaped and well spaced apart giving pleasing expression. Triangular ears, well furred well set and of good size. Good reach to neck, shoulders well placed and moderately laid. Forelegs straight and of quality strong bone. Nice body proportions, chest developing well for age, level topline kept at all times. Well sprung ribs carried well back, short loin. Strong hindquarters with moderate angles. High set tail, well curled over her back. Correct coat of good texture presented well. Moved typically and soundly. Preferred front movement of this exhibit over her kennel mate for BOB.

Open (2, 1abs)

1st Hunter’s Casakura Highland Dream - 2 year old bitch. Well sized and balanced in good muscular condition throughout. Pretty head and expression. Head proportionate, flat and broad, definite stop, wrinkle free, cheeks developed well, muzzle strong and of good length, powerful jaws. Well pigmented nose and eye rims. Almond shaped eye of good size and set. Ears triangular in shape, small and thick well set on her pretty head. Moderate amount of neck into a correct front assembly. Body slightly longer than high, good depth of chest, ribs well sprung and carried well back. Muscular loin with a slight tuck up. Hind angles matching that of fore. Coat of good colour and texture. High set tail, well curled over her back. Could be tidier in front movement.

Boston Terrier

Open (1)

1st Scott’s Aprika Fargo at Rudino JW - Stood alone, but this 2 year old bitch could catch the eye in any well filled class. Very smart, compact with balanced outline. Scores highly for size and has substance without being overdone. Flat skull, well defined stop with short, square muzzle of good width and depth. Black nose with wide open nostrils. Strong underjaw, lips finishing neatly. Large, dark eye set well apart giving pleasing expression. Erect ears, small and used well. Arched neck of good length fitting smoothly into well laid shoulders. Forelegs straight and of quality bone, chest of good depth and width, ribs well sprung and carried well back, short muscular loin. Hindquarters muscular with well bend stifles and low set parallel hocks. Moved positively and freely from all angles. BOB. Stood out in a quality group to take Group 2.

Dalmatian

Open (3, 1abs)

1st Pratt’s Sophtspot Oops a Daisy of Lyndalla - Elegant black & white spotted bitch presenting a pleasing, balanced outline when freestood by her handler. Pretty head and expression, flat skull with enough width between ears, moderate stop, muzzle powerful and of good length. Clean fitting lips. Oval shaped eyes, dark brown of moderate size giving an intelligent expression. Ears of correct set and size, framing face well. Reachy neck of good length, slightly arched and fitting smoothly into well laid shoulders. Straight, slender forelegs of quality bone. Good length to body, in nice muscular condition throughout, ribs well sprung and carried well back, strong, muscular loin. Hindquarters well rounded with well developed thighs, well angulated stifles and low set parallel hocks. Moved well in profile, just slightly wide behind today. BOB

2nd Kerr’s Divazzi Legend Of Thrones - Heavier in type to 1st. Liver spotted 6 year old male. Handsome head, flat skull which is broad between his ears, good stop, muzzle strong, lips fitting well. Eyes well spaced, good size and oval in shape, harmonising with coat colour. High set ears of good size and shape. Good length of neck fitting into a sound front assembly, straight forelegs of strong bone. Slightly longer than high, ribs well sprung and carried well back, chest of good depth, muscular loin. Hindquarters strong and muscular, would prefer slightly more bend to stifles. Tail of good set. A little unsettled on the move today and giving his handler a bit of a hard time.

Japanese Shiba Inu

Post Graduate (2, 1abs)

1st Best-Rawlings’ Rapena No Ryuu Tomodachi at Trixwood - Handsome young lad of good size with balanced outline. Broad, flat skull, cheeks well developed, muzzle strong and of good length, tapering slightly, tight lips with well pigmented nose. Dark, almond shaped eye of correct size, set obliquely. Triangular ears, small and carried erect. Moderate amount of neck, slightly crested and fitting into a sound front assembly. Chest of good depth, forelegs straight and of quality bone. Well sprung ribs, muscular loin, straight topline. Hindquarters strong and sound with moderate angles matching that of his fore, parallel, straight hocks. Catlike feet. High set tail well curled over his back. Moved well and typically from all angles. BOB

Open

1st Best-Rawlings’ Trixwood Vision Of Both Ways - 6 year old red male. Balanced and of good body proportions. Broad, flat skull, defined stop, muzzle strong and straight. Dark eyes, almond in shape and set obliquely giving pleasing expression. Small, triangular ears, set correctly. Neck of good length, well crested, shoulders moderately sloped, straight forelegs, neat, cat-like feet. Muscular throughout, ribs well sprung, moderate tuck up, level topline. Hindquarters of moderate angles. Tail thick and well curled over back. Moved ok - a little close behind today.

Lhasa Apso

Post Graduate (6)

1st Logan’s Spyanki Excessive Kisses - Very pretty dark gold bitch who presents a well balanced outline. She is of good size and substance. Lovely head proportions, moderate stop, short, straight muzzle of good width and depth, correct bite, lips fitting cleanly. Eyes dark and oval, medium sized and well set - adding to her feminine expression. Pendant ears with coat blending in well. Good reach of neck, arched and muscular carrying her head proudly. Sound front assembly, well laid shoulders, straight forelegs of good bone. Good body proportions, slightly longer than high, not overly long. Well sprung ribs carried well back, muscular, short loin. Level topline kept at all times. Chest well developed for age. Hinquarters well muscled with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set tail carried well over her back. Coat of correct texture presented well. Moved freely with ground covering jaunty action. BOB & Group 3

2nd Maxwell’s Aintshe Sunflower - 10 month old bitch of good size and balance. Nice substance for age and so full of herself! Ultra pretty head and expression. Well pigmented. Head of good proportions, short muzzle of good length, correct bite. Dark, expressive eyes, oval in shape, of good size and well set. Ears pendant with furnishings coming in well. Good neck into well laid shoulders, chest developing well, forelegs straight, short and strong. Nice body proportions, well ribbed back with short loin, level topline. Strong and sound hindquarters. Presented in excellent condition. Moved with style and sass.

3rd Logan’s Spyanki Eobard Thawne

Open (3)

1st Maxwell & Chalmers’ Dimara Cheeky Charlie for Aintshe - 7 year old male of good size and substance. Shown and presented in a beautiful full coat. Balanced outline. Head of good proportions, definite stop, muzzle of good length and depth, correct bite. Expressive dark eyes, oval and of good size well set. Pendant ears heavily feathered with long hair. Reachy, well arched neck fitting into a sound front assembly. Good depth to chest, forelegs straight and well boned. Correct body proportions, compact, longer than high but not overly long, well sprung ribs carried well back, level topline, muscular short loin. Well muscled hindquarters with good angulation. High set tail well curved over his back. Heavy, straight coat of correct texture presented in pristine condition. Moved well from all angles.

2nd Logan’s Spyanki Impulse - 14 month old male, up to size and full of substance. Masculine head of good proportions, good width to skull, definite stop, muzzle strong and of good length, correct bite. Dark eyes of good set, shape and size. Ears well feathered framing face well. Nice neck into well laid shoulders, forelegs straight and of strong bone, good feet. Compact body, well sprung ribs carried well back, short loin, spirit level topline. Good depth of chest. Hindquarters strong with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set tail with good plume. Moved soundly.

3rd Ritchie & Hughes’ Cheolview Soul Sister

Miniature Schnauzer

Open (5)

1st Whyte’s Nujax Storm A Brewin - Very smart youngster of just 13 months old. Presenting a balanced outline when stacked. Sturdy and square. Head of good length, broad enough between ears, flat forehead with moderate cheeks. Stop evident. Strong muzzle of good length with good underjaw, well furnished with good beard and whiskers. Eyes dark and oval giving keen and alert expression, bushy eyebrows. Neat little v-shaped ears set high on his skull. Nice reach to neck fitting into well laid shoulders, straight forelegs of correct bone. Chest developing well for age, short backed, level topline, well sprung ribs carried well back, strong, short loin. Hindquarters well muscled, good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. Harsh, wiry coat presented in excellent condition. Moved smartly with good reach and drive. BOB

2nd Cowie’s Rynuan Geisha Girl ShCEx - 4 year old pepper & salt bitch who ticks the right boxes for size, shape and substance. Presenting a pleasing outline when freestood by her handler. Feminine head of good proportions, strong, skull moderately broad, well muscled cheeks, not too prominent, defined stop accentuating her eyebrows. Muzzle strong and of good depth and length, lips fitting tightly. Small, high set v-shaped ears. Enough neck into a sound front assembly, forelegs straight and well boned. Good depth of chest, compact, sturdy body, well muscled throughout, well ribbed, muscular loin. Strong and sound hindquarters. Moved steadily and soundly.

3rd Flynn’s Rynuan Whoops A Daisy

Poodle (Standard)

Open (1)

1st Humphrey’s Bhanyanan Fire Game Iz Volzhkoy Serenady - Lovely apricot bitch who although stood alone pushed hard for a place in the well filled group. Well balanced and feminine. Long, fine head, enough stop, strong muzzle with enough chiselling, good chin. Dark, almond shaped eyes, well set in her pretty face and adding to her expression. Ear set and shape correct, framing her face well. Reachy neck flowing smoothly into well laid shoulders, straight forelegs of quality bone. Well developed chest, ribs well sprung, short backed, strong, short loin. Well muscled rear with well angulated hindquarters. Good tailset and carriage. Loved her super attitude on the move. BOB

Schnauzer

Open (4, 1abs)

1st Clarks’ Miccosukees Ice King at Ilashi - Best mover of this class. Compact and square in outline. Fore and hind angles balanced. Smart in profile. Masculine head of good proportions, broadish between ears, flat forehead, definite stop accentuating his impressive eyebrows. Powerful muzzle of good strength and length, well furnished with good beard and moustache. Would like an ever so slightly darker eye. Neat ears set high on skull, of good size and shape. Enough neck, a little upright in shoulder, chest of adequate depth, forelegs straight and of quality bone. Sturdy, muscular body, short backed, well ribbed and muscular loin. Hindquarters of moderate angles. Harsh, wiry coat presented smartly. Moved evenly.

2nd Sutherland’s Nirvana Alarm Beskyd - Well handled bitch. Slightly longer cast than 1st. Good substance. Feminine head of good proportions, broad, flat skull, evident stop, powerful muzzle of good length, lips fitting well. Accentuated eyebrows and well furnished beard and moustache. Dark eyes, oval in shape, well spaced. Neat, V-shaped ears set high. Nice neck into a sound front, forelegs straight and well boned. Good depth of chest, well sprung ribs, topline level. Hindquarters well muscled. Harsh, wiry jacket presented well, furnishings of good texture. Moved Ok.

3rd Sutherland’s Uireda’s Lemon and Lime

Tibetan Spaniel

Junior (1)

1st Johnstone’s Tuyet Bunna Ha Bhain - 9 month old male. Balanced outline. Masculine head and expression, skull slightly rounded, marked stop, muzzle of good length, well cushioned, good chin. Lips fitting cleanly. Dark, oval eyes, full of expression and well set. Neat ears set high with feathering coming in well. Nice amount of neck into a sound front assembly. Forelegs well boned. Still to develop in chest and body as expected at this age. Well sprung ribs, a tad longer in loin than I’d like, level topline kept at all times. Strong hindquarters of moderate angles, low set parallel hocks. Tail set high and well curled over his back. Moved with confidence.

Post Graduate (4, 2abs)

1st Campbell’s Tulibell Bad Habits JW - A beautiful bitch who I have admired and placed well in the past and I still think very highly of her. Unfortunate to meet the Open winner on such good form in the challenge, but pushed hard. She presents such a balanced outline, of good size and ultra feminine. Skull small but proportionate, slightly rounded of good width and length, defined stop, muzzle blunt, well cushioned, not overly long with good width to underjaw, definite chin. Eyes dark and oval, well set giving pleasing expression. High set, neat little ears with some feathering. Correct amount of neck into well laid shoulders, enough depth to chest, forelegs well boned and typical slight bowing. Slightly longer than high without being overly long, level topline, well ribbed back with short, muscular loin. Hindquarters well muscled and of correct angulation. High set tail well plumed. Moved well from all directions.

2nd Clements’ Tullibell Diva Pawtrol - Litter sister to 1st, out of coat today unfortunately but shows off some of her lovely attributes. Pretty head of good proportions, small skull, slightly domed between ears of good width and length, marked stop, well cushioned muzzle, blunt and of correct length, well pigmented nose and eye rims. Dark, oval eyes of moderate size set well apart giving typical expression. Ears neat, set high and well feathered. Good neck into a sound front assembly. Slightly longer than high, ribs well sprung and carried well back, level topline kept at all times. Sound hindquarters. High set tail. Moves very well in profile, just a little close behind today.

Open (6, 1abs)

1st Adams’ Ch Balgay Okurimono - Quality bitch of 5 years old, not surprised to see she has her title. Ticks all the boxes for size, balance and type. Head small but proportionate to the rest of her, skull slightly domed, slight but marked stop, muzzle of good length and depth, well cushioned, blunt, defined chin, lips fitting neatly. Correct bite, good width to underjaw. Well pigmented. Oval, dark brown eyes of moderate size, well placed and spaced apart. Ears pendant, set high and used well. Correct amount of neck carrying head proudly and fitting seamlessly into a sound front assembly, well laid shoulders, forelegs correct with moderate bone. Good depth of chest, excellent body proportions, well ribbed back, short, muscular loin, spirit level topline held at all times. Hindquarters well muscled with moderate bend to stifle and low set parallel hocks. Good hare feet. High set tail, well plumed and carried well over her back. Showed her socks off, alert and attentive to her handler at all times. Moved well with free, positive action from all angles. BOB & Group 4 in a full group.

2nd Christie’s Betranna Athos - Eye catching male presented in good coat and condition. Good size and substance presenting a good outline when freestood. Handsome and masculine without a trace of coarseness, skull slightly domed, defined but slight stop, muzzle of good length and depth with cushioning, definite chin, underjaw of good width, correct bite. Eyes dark, well spaced apart, oval. Ears high set, pendant. Good neck, well shawled with long hair, nice shoulder placement, chest depth good, forelegs of quality bone. Level topline, well ribbed back, body proportions correct. Hindquarters strong and of good muscletone, hind angles matching fore. Moved with animation and confidence, not as positive as 1st in front movement today.

3rd Campbell’s Tulibell At Hogwarts JW

Tibetan Terrier

Open (3)

1st Pediani’s Araki Yubetcha - Lovely young dog of 13 months. Won this class on his fluent movement with good reach and drive. Nice size and shape. Handsome head, broad skull, moderate length, defined stop, strong muzzle of good length, good underjaw, well pigmented nose and eye rims. Eyes are large, dark and round, set well apart giving pleasant expression. Pendant, V-shaped ears. Good reach of neck fitting into well laid shoulders, straight forelegs of quality bone, good large, flattish feet. Compact body, well sprung ribs carried well back, short, taut loin, level topline. Still to mature and fill out but he has plenty of time on his side. Hindquarters well muscled with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set tail well curved over his back, well feathered. Moved well with good reach and drive.

2nd Brown’s Remmus High Class - Pretty black & white bitch of good size and presenting a square, balanced outline. Narrower throughout than 1st and still to develop in chest and body. Pretty head of good proportions, moderate length to skull, good stop, muzzle of good length, well pigmented. Dark, round eye of good size and set. Ears well feathered and framing face well. Enough neck, a little upright in shoulder, forelegs straight and of good bone. Well ribbed back, short loin, level topline. Hindquarters well muscled with hind angles matching that of fore. High set tail well feathered. Good coat presented in good condition. Moved ok.

3rd Ritchie’s Dudleyarch Spend A Penny

AV Utility NSC Open

1st Todd’s Ch Witchgait Toasted Cheese JW - Topping this quality class of dogs was this 2 year old male Shar Pei who just screams quality. He is balanced, has clear substance and presented in excellent muscular condition and not overdone in any way. Large but balanced head, flat, broad skull, broad, full muzzle with strong underjaw, typical wrinkling on forehead. Dark, medium shaped eye of good size, clean and clear. Small, thick ears, well pigmented mouth with good bite. Moderate amount of neck, muscular and strong. Sound front assembly, forelegs straight with quality, strong bone. Broad, deep chest, muscular body, ribs well sprung, short backed, moderate wrinking. Strong, sound hindquarters of moderate angles. Moved soundly and freely from all angles. Topped a quality Utility Group - BAVNSC & GROUP 1

2nd Watt & Bruce’s Donaska Tilted Halo - A lovely young black Miniature Poodle who was unlucky to meet 1st. Presented in pristine condition, balanced in outline and of correct size. Glorious head of excellent proportions, long, fine skull, strong foreface, good chiselling, clean cheeks. Muzzle of good length, defined chin. Almond shaped dark eye, ears well set and framing face well. Good reach of neck fitting into a sound front assembly. Forelegs straight and strong. Nice depth of chest, ribs well sprung, broad, short loin. Hindquarters well muscled and of correct angles. High set tail. Crisp, profuse, harsh coat presented in immaculate condition. Moved well just showing a little reluctancy at times.

3rd Brunton’s Tafari Ta Da It’s Afterglow

AV Utility Veteran (5, 1 abs)

1st Logan’s Spyanki Oh Happy Day JW ShCM ShCEx VW - Handsome Lhasa Apso of 10 years old. I gave this dog a Utility Group win in his younger days and he still shows off his joy of being in the ring with that air of his own self importance - I was delighted to see him again. Balanced outline and super shape. Handsome head, moderately narrow skull, good head furnishings, strong, short muzzle with broad jaw. Correct bite. Dark, oval eyes of medium size, pendant ears. Strong neck of good length, slightly arched and flowing into well laid shoulders, straight forelegs, chest of good depth. Muscular body, ribs well sprung and carried well back, level topline, strong, short loin. Hindquarters well muscled with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set, well feathered tail carried well over his back. Moved out with typical free, jaunty movement. Over the moon to hear he went Best Veteran In Show.

2nd Maxwell & Chalmers’ Dimara Cheeky Charlie for Aintshe

3rd Campbell’s Tulibell Su Pryze Partii JW

AV Special Utility Minor Puppy

1st Seal’s Lhasenna Daayan Prue - 7 months old lhasa apso bitch who was unplaced in breed classes due to giving a lot away on maturity. However, she is a nice baby who I am sure will get even better with time on her side. She is of good size and has a balanced outline. Very pretty, feminine expression, head of good proportions, dark expressive eyes. Nice neck of good length, slightly arched and fitting into a sound front. Well bodied for age. Well sprung ribs, level topline. Hindquarters strong and sound. Coat coming in well. Moved with confidence.

AV Special Utility Puppy

1st Maxwell & Chalmers’ Aintshe Sunflower

2nd Maxwell & Chalmers’ Aintshe Starman - Pretty 10 month old male. Litter brother to 1st in this class. Good size and shape presenting a pleasing outline. Handsome head of good proportions, furnishings coming in well, defined stop, muzzle of correct length, strong with good underjaw. Dark, oval eyes giving pleasing expression. Strong neck into well laid shoulders. Chest developing well for age. Well ribbed back, level topline, short loin. Hindquarters well angulated. Moved better in this class.

3rd Johnstone’s Tuyet Bunna Ha Bhain

AV Open Stakes

1st - Balfour’s Clentry Mickey Mania - This lovely red Standard Smoothaired Dachshund bitch topped this fantastic class of dogs. I found her to be balanced and of good proportions. Well muscled throughout. Conical, long head, tapering, strong muzzle. Clean lips. Dark, almond shaped eyes set obliquely giving pleasing expression. High set ears. Good reach of neck fitting into well laid shoulders, strong, short forelegs, chest well developed, evident keel. Body firm and muscular of good length, ribs well sprung and carried well back, level topline, muscular loin. Enough daylight underneath her. Well rounded read with excellent muscletone, well angulated hindquarters. Moved soundly from all angles.

2nd - Fewster’s Joneva Just A Kiss JW - Striking red & white bitch who is a picture of balance. Head of good proportions, well defined stop, muzzle strong and of correct length, soft lips, well pigmented nose and eye rims. Kind, dark eyes. Ears well set. Reachy, muscular neck, well arched and flowing seamlessly into well laid shoulders. Good depth of chest, slender forelegs straight and of quality bone. Well sprung ribs carried well back, muscular short loin with good underline. Muscular hindquarters, well bent stifles with low set parallel hocks. Tail of medium length coming straight off her back with typical lashing movement. Ground covering movement, smooth with plenty of reach and drive.

3rd - Murray’s Cukoton Shot In The Dark

Claire Mills