North West Labrador Retriever Club

North West Labrador Retriever Club Open

10th November 2024

Judge: Emily Evans (Eminala)

Class 1 - Baby Puppy Dog

Entries 1,Abs 0

1st Mrs S Parker - Bruadarach Bennalachie (BEST BABY PUPPY IN SHOW)

4 Month Old Black Boy.Lovely head, gentle expression and excellent pigment.Strong neck and Level top-line. Excellent front and rear angles.Short coupled with good spring of rib.Stood on nice tight feet and plenty of bone.Moved well.Beautifully balanced for a boy of his age.Will watch his progress 

Class 2 - Minor Puppy Dog

Entries 6,Abs 2

1st Mr A Ellis,Mrs S Ellis,Mrs E & Mr D Matulla - Dolwen Jackpot (BEST PUPPY DOG & RESERVE BEST PUPPY IN SHOW)

7 Month old yellow boy.This boy has lovely bone and tight feet.Good angles, both front and rear.Good depth of chest.Well muscled for his age, but not overdone.Lovely head, loved his gentle expression and his excellent pigment.In good coat.Wanted to play but stood and moved well once settled.One I will be watching along his career.

2nd Miss N Baron - Landebec Ventura

An 8-month-old yellow male with a well-proportioned head, good width, and a strong muzzle. His dark eyes are kind and expressive. He stands square and balanced, displaying a strong build with well-proportioned legs and a strong, short-coupled body. He moves well with purpose.

3rd Miss C Smith - Binnaig Sea Barnacle On Flyenpyg

Class 3 - Puppy Dog

Entries 4,Abs 0

1st Miss N Baron - Landebec Ventura (See 2nd MPD)

2nd Miss C Smith - Binnaig Sea Barnacle On Flyenpyg

A 7-month-old yellow dog with a good head and pleasing expression. He has a slight stop and a clean, well-balanced outline. His strong, powerful neck adds to his overall structure, though I preferred the front of the first. He has a deep chest with well-sprung ribs, a short loin, and an excellent otter tail. Moved well.

Class 4 - Junior Dog

Entries 5,Abs 0

1st Miss C Smith - Flyenpyg Jurgen Chopp JW

A 10-month-old black dog with a well-proportioned head, slight stop, and clean-cut features. His medium-sized hazel eyes reflect intelligence. He has a clean, strong, and powerful neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. Strong across the loin with an excellent top-line, which he maintained on the move. Well-turned stifles and well-let-down hocks complete the picture. Really liked this boy, and he came close in the challenge.

2nd Mrs E Young - Potterspiney My Sovereign

A 15-month-old yellow dog with a masculine yet refined head.Well-set ears and good pigmentation which enhances his expression. He has a strong neck and well-balanced angles both front and rear. In excellent coat and condition, moving soundly and with purpose. Glad to hear he had his final Junior Warrant point today—well done!

3rd Mrs K Cook & Ms L Thompson - Exelby Emrys

Class 5 - Novice Dog

Entries 4,Abs 2

1st Mrs E Young - Potterspiney My Sovereign (See 2nd JD)

2nd Mrs P Sweeney - Roslieve I Am Maximus

A 21-month-old dog with a good head, flowing into a strong neck and top-line, finished with an excellent otter tail. Moderate angulation in both front and rear. Not in his best coat today but moved well.

Class 6 - Graduate Dog

Entries 10,Abs 1

1st Mr & Mrs M Rawlinson,Miss L Rawlinson & Mr & Mrs D Balshaw - Shanorell Seamus Coleman At Halshimoor (BEST DOG & BEST IN SHOW)

An 18-month-old black dog who truly caught my eye right away. He has a strong overall outline with correct angles both front and rear. I liked his head and expression; for his age, it is well-proportioned with a good shape, and he has a lovely eye. His front assembly is well-constructed, with a good layback of shoulder and return of upper arm. He stands on well-boned legs and feet. His body length is proportionate, and his quarters have good shape with a well-defined bend of stifle. His footfall is accurate on the move, moved with drive.Very pleased to award him Best Dog & Best in Show. Definitely one to watch as he matures!

2nd Mrs E Young - Potterspiney Optimist Vision

A pleasing yellow dog with good overall balance. He has a quality head with a pleasing expression. His neck is strong, leading into well-placed, long shoulders. He has a well-developed chest, correct spring of rib, and a good top-line. His otter tail is correct, and his hind angulation is nice. In the best of coat condition, he moved well.

3rd Mrs S Smith - Meadowline Heartbreaker JW

Class 7 - Post Graduate Dog

Entries 4,Abs 1

1st Mr S Williamson - Sharouns Inspector Gadget JW

A yellow dog with good balance and a masculine head. He has well-laid shoulders and a compact body. His otter tail is well-wrapped, and he has correct feet with good bone. Strong over the loin and through the rear quarters, which he used well on the move once settled.

2nd Mr M Foster - Rochevale Beal

A yellow dog with good balance. He has a masculine head leading to a clean neck. Well-sprung ribs, a level top-line, and a well-wrapped tail. I would prefer a bit more front, but he moved well.

3rd Mrs J Merrison - Oakenholt Altan

Class 8 - Limit Dog

Entries 7,Abs 2

1st Mr A & Mrs S Ellis,Mrs E & Mr D Matulla - Dolwen Stargazer (RESERVE BEST DOG)

A lovely compact yellow with a pleasing expression and a beautiful head. The muzzle is strong, and the dog stands balanced on strong, well-boned legs and feet. He has barrelled ribs, a powerful rear, and moves effortlessly with good tail carriage.Pleased to award him Reserve Best Dog.

2nd Mrs A & Mr E Morley - Carpenny Paddy At Rockledge 

A black dog with a good head and clean neck leading into well-laid shoulders and a strong return of upper arm.He has good leg length, solid bone , and excellent feet. His body is well-proportioned, with well-sprung ribs and a short loin. He maintained his top-line well while moving and moved well. Overall, I preferred the balance of the first dog.

3rd Mr R S Ennis-Holden - Devonshires Yellowstone At Mariank (Imp USA)

Class 9 - Open Dog

Entries 4,Abs 2

1st Mr A Hughes - Cinders Salty Sea

A very balanced and pleasing black dog with good angulation both front and rear, and a well-developed fore-chest. His head is very appealing, complemented by a good layback of shoulders.He has a level top-line and a well-wrapped otter tail that is held straight off the back while moving. The dog had good bone, well-let-down hocks, and tight feet.

2nd Miss C Smith - Flyenpyg Porky Pig JW OSW

A well-boned dog with a masculine head and a balanced body, he has a well-constructed front assembly and a matching rear end.He has a strong top-line that is maintained while moving, with a good tail set and carriage.Moves well.

Class 10 - Veteran Dog

Entries 2,Abs 0

1st Mrs S Parker - SH CH Poniel Reason To Believe At Bruadarach ShCM ShCEX VW (BEST VETERAN IN SHOW)

An 11-year-old black male – Wow! He has a pleasing head shape and a masculine expression. His neck is clean and reaches well, with good shoulder placement.Legs strong with a good amount of bone, and his body is correctly proportioned with ample rib spring. His quarters are well-made with excellent angulation, and his hocks are well let down. He moved so sound and correct. I was pleased to award him Best Veteran in Show. A lovely boy!

2nd Miss L J Thompson - Meadowline Mi Chico

A 9-year-old dog, well-balanced and covering the ground effortlessly. He has a good head with a pleasing expression. His neck is strong, though it could benefit from a little more length. front is nicely angulated, with well-sprung ribs and strong, well-muscled hindquarters.

Class 11 - Special Working Dog or Bitch 

Entries 0,Abs 0

Class 12 - Baby Puppy Bitch

Entries 3,Abs 1

1st Mrs A Morley - Balladoole Vespa

A lovely 4-month-old bitch who truly seemed to enjoy her day out. Initially a little unsettled, which is to be expected at this age, but she soon found her stride. Well put together with excellent bone and balance for such a young puppy. Beautiful head and soft expression. Moved well, showing great promise for the future.

2nd Mrs H Brambles - Shaymiloney Saucy Olive

A well-developed 5-month-old bitch with plenty of rib. Lovely head with good eye shape and a soft, appealing expression. Well-boned forelegs and strong, well-formed feet. Moved well, carrying herself with promise. Preferred the top-line of the first-place winner, but she will strengthen with maturity. A promising youngster for the future.

Class 13 - Minor Puppy Bitch

Entries 3,Abs 1

1st Miss J Wyard - Lapema Mustang Kati at Brandelle

A lovely, eye-catching 8-month-old bitch with excellent balance. Pleasing head with a gentle expression and excellent pigment. Well-boned and in superb coat. Moved really well, despite being a little unsettled at times—something that will improve with maturity.

2nd Miss N Baron - Landebec Villanelle

A well-balanced 7-month-old yellow bitch with a lovely head, soft expression, and excellent pigment. Dark eyes enhance her appealing look. Nice length of neck flowing into well-placed shoulders. Good chest with depth and a well-angulated rear. Would prefer more length of upper arm,she moved well today.

Class 14 - Puppy Bitch

Entries 6,Abs 2

1st Mrs B & Mr M Bordacs - Bellamar Heartbreaker (BEST PUPPY BITCH & BEST PUPPY IN SHOW)

A well-balanced 10-month-old black with impressive poise for her age. She has a feminine head, complemented by expressive eyes and well-set ears. Strong fore-chest with correct angulation both front and rear. Tight, neat feet with well-let-down hocks. Her excellent double coat gleams with health, and she carries a true otter tail. Moved with confidence and purpose, showing great promise for the future. Delighted to award her Best Puppy Bitch and Best Puppy in show.

2nd Mrs K Gordon-Smith & Mrs A Bibby - Bruxinho Feeling Epic

feminine 9-month-old yellow puppy bitch with a well-shaped head and a defined stop. Balanced throughout, with good angulation and ample bone. In excellent coat, complemented by a true otter tail. Moved well.

3rd Miss N Baron - Landebec Villanelle

Class 15 - Junior Bitch

Entries 5,Abs 2

1st Miss R Young - Huntress Happy Kiss At Four-jays

 yellow bitch with a balanced outline and good angulation both front and rear. She stands on strong, well-formed feet with good bone. Broad skull yet distinctly feminine, with a gentle expression and correctly shaped, well-coloured eyes. Strong neck leading into a firm top-line and correctly set tail. Moved well.

2nd Mrs K Gordon-Smith & Mrs A Bibby - Bruxinho Feeling Epic (See 2nd in Puppy Bitch)

3rd Mrs E Young - Potterspiney Ahsoka Tano

Class 16 - Novice Bitch

Entries 7,Abs 2

1st Mr & Mrs M Rawlinson,Miss L Rawlinson & Mr & Mrs D Balshaw - Halshimoor Riff Raff At Shanorrell (RESERVE BEST BITCH)

An excellent yellow bitch of outstanding breed type, beautifully balanced without being overdone in any way. She has a pretty yet broad feminine head with good pigment. Her excellent front and rear angulation, combined with plenty of leg length, contributes to her strong, firm topline. She moved with drive, covering the whole ring effortlessly and working in perfect harmony with her handler. Pleased to award her Reserve Best Bitch.

2nd Mrs K Gordon-Smith & Mrs A Bibby - Bruxinho Feeling Epic (See 2nd in Puppy Bitch)

3rd Mrs E Young - Potterspiney Ahsoka Tana

Class 17 - Graduate Bitch

Entries 6,Abs 3

1st Mr R S Ennis-Holden & Mr P Lammens - The Beat Goes On Of Misty Dreams (Imp Fra)

black bitch with excellent head proportions and kind, expressive eyes of correct colour. Strong bone with tight, well-formed feet. Deep chest with good fore-chest and a strong, level top-line. Presented in good coat. Moved well and freely, demonstrating soundness.

2nd Mrs E Young - Carromer Royal Dreamer At Potterspiney JW

A pretty yellow bitch with a lovely head and gentle expression. Well-balanced overall, with good front and rear angulation and plenty of depth of chest. Well-sprung ribs and a strong, level topline. Moved well with ease.

3rd Miss J Bailey - Harrop Ravenheart Of Marculove

Class 18 - Post Graduate Bitch

Entries 10,Abs 5

1st Mrs B & Mr M Bordacs - Bellamar Love Me Do JW

A pretty black bitch, well-presented in excellent condition. Lovely head with a broad skull and adequate stop. Nicely balanced front and rear angulations, short-coupled with excellent length of leg and strong bone. Tight, well-formed feet. Coat in superb condition, complemented by a true otter tail. Moved well, covering the ring with ease.

2nd Mr P & Mrs S Collins - Foxrush Joyfull JW

A well-balanced yellow bitch, whom I have judged before. I admire her broad yet feminine skull, strong bone structure, and tight feet. She has excellent front and rear angulation, contributing to her smooth, effortless movement.

3rd Mr G & Mrs P Proctor - Lejie Sugar Almond At Penkaric

Class 19 - Limit Bitch

Entries 7,Abs 3

1st Mr S Williamson - Deniangill Almost Had It All JW (BEST BITCH,BEST OPPOSITE SEX & RESERVE BEST IN SHOW)

A well-proportioned yellow bitch with a broad skull, good stop, and soft expression, complemented by correctly coloured eyes. She has excellent bone, tight, neat feet, and a short-coupled, well-balanced body. Presented in great coat with a superbly thick otter tail. Moved with drive and commanded the ring with confidence. A lovely bitch, deserving of her wins today—Best Bitch, Best Opposite Sex, and Reserve Best in Show.

2nd Mrs S Parker - Bruadarach Baile Eilidh

Well constructed black bitch with a feminine head and a melting expression. Strong neck flowing smoothly into well-assembled forequarters. She has good depth of body, well-angulated stifles, and well let down hocks. Excellent bone, presented in good coat with a true otter tail. Moved well with purpose and ease.

3rd Miss R & Ms J Patterson - Pattilands Ms Independant 

Class 20 - Open Bitch

Entries 7,Abs 3

1st Mrs K Gordon-Smith & Mrs A Bibby - Bruxinho Beneath My Wings

A beautiful, eye-catching yellow bitch with a lovely head and gentle expression. She used her ears well, enhancing her alert and intelligent presence. Strong bone structure with a decent amount of fore-chest. Well-angled stifle and well-let-down hocks. Moved out and back with ease, displaying soundness and confidence.

2nd Miss N Baron - Mariank Vanity Fair At Landebec

A well-structured yellow bitch with an intelligent expression and dark brown eyes. She has excellent head proportions, a strong reach of neck, ample fore-chest, and solid bone. Moved well with drive and determination, pushing hard in the ring. However, today, the overall balance of the first-place winner was preferred.

3rd Mr R S Ennis-Holden & Mr P Lammens - Stand By Me Of Misty Dreams (Imp Fra)

Class 21 - Veteran Bitch

Entries 7,Abs 2

1st Mrs J Gannaway-Jones - Scarisbrick Skyfall Into Mossland

A beautiful eight-year-old yellow bitch, well-balanced and still retaining her substance. She has the prettiest of heads with an excellent expression and strong pigment. Her strong neck flows smoothly into well-placed shoulders and a firm top-line. Excellent front and rear angulation, complemented by a good coat and a fabulous otter tail. Moved with drive and purpose.

2nd Mr P & Mrs S Collins - Carromer Worth A Chance At Kaspair

A beautifully balanced seven-year-old black bitch with a lovely head and a melting expression. She has a strong neck flowing into well-placed shoulders, complemented by excellent rear angulation. Her coat is superb, and she moved with ease and precision.

3rd Miss R & Ms J Patterson - Pattilands Shining Star