Plymouth & District Canine Society

Plymouth & District Canine Society

Saturday 9th November 2024

Thank you to the society for the invitation to judge at your show. The ring was a good size the welcome was incredibly warm and I had some difficult decisions in some of the classes. Thanks to all who stayed for the veteran classes who credit must go to the owners who have kept their dogs in top condition and the graduate stakes who I’m sure the first 2 have a very exciting and successful future.

Pug

Post Graduate (2,0)

1st - REID, MRS M - BUBBAPUG KING OF PUDDINGS. 17 month old fawn dog who I have judged before and is maturing well. Lovely shape and colour of eye set well in head. Enough wrinkle throughout and a nose with open nostrils. Good strength to underjaw. Good length to neck and leading into super shoulder construction with elbows close to a well filled chest. Clean front with good feet. Topline is level at all times finished with a tight tail. Rear is angled well and has super muscle tone. Move with good roll and drive in rear with good reach in class. Unfortunately in the challenge was a little unbalanced so lost out on BOB

2nd - MAKEPEACE, MRS S - HUGAPUG GUY FAWKES AT SANDIGARA. A masculine 2 Year old male who has character in abundance and tested handler at all times. Good shape head with eyes that are round and dark set well in head. Ears are set well. Good width to underjaw. Nose has wide nostrils with enough wrinkle throughout. Neck is of good length leading into a good layback of shoulders with elbows close to a lovely depth to chest and spring of rib. Limbs are parallel and straight. Topline is level finished with a tail that is set high. Rear has lovely muscle tone. On the move presented a good roll and drive with a good reach in front. Preferred the overall compactness if 1

Open (2,0)

2 lovely bitches in this class.

1st - MAKEPEACE, MRS S - CEDILLA CHERRY JUBILEE AT SANDIGARA. This girl won the class on the tidiness on the move. Feminine headpiece of good shape. Ears are set well. Eyes are round and of good colour perhaps a fraction larger than 2. Lovely mask with enough padding. Good open nostrils. Free from lippiness with good width to underjaw. Lovely front assembly with good layback of shoulder, parallel straight front and good feet. Topline is level at all times finished with high set tail. Rear has enough angles in rear and is muscled well. On the move she is super sound and balanced which won the class and BOB

2nd - REID, MRS M - BUBBAPUG QUEEN OF PUDDINGS JW. A gorgeous headpiece on this bitch and appeals on first inspection. Gorgeous dark, round eye placed well. Wide open nostrils. Good width to underjaw. A lovely dark mask. Ears are set well and if good size and shape. Neck is strong leading into well laid shoulders with a super clean, parallel front. Good depth to chest and spring of ribs. I have judged this girl before but today, whether it was the cold affected her but her topline wasn’t as strong as I have seen it. Tail is set high and had a tight curl. Rear has super muscle tone. On the move had a super reach in front but was a fraction untidy in rear.

Papillon

Puppy (1,1)

Special Yearling (2,1)

1st - ORCHARD, MISS S - PANSPAYON PENNYROYALE JW. A feminine headpiece with lovely proportions of the fine muzzle to skull ratio. Ears are very well set and are large in size with ample fringing. Eyes are set low with being dark and rounded. Muzzle is fine. Forequarters are very well constructed with a sloping shoulder and parallel and straight front with fine bone. A well developed chest with elbows close. Neck is of good length leading into a level topline and a high set tail with a good plume. Rear is as well constructed as front with good angles and muscled well. On the move it took a while to settle but once settled she was light on her feet demonstrating a free movement with good drive and super reach.

Post Graduate (1,1)

Open (2,1)

1st - ORCHARD, MISS S - PANSPAYON NATASHA JW. What a spirited youngster this girl is. Another from this kennel who is so well put together. Femininity runs throughout. Headpiece is good with a slightly rounded skull with a fine muzzle. Good stop. Eyes are of good shape and dark in colour with good pigment. Ears are set well and large in size with plenty of fringing. Neck is of good length leading into sloping shoulders with good return of upper arm and elbows are close to a deep chest. Front is straight with long hare like feet. Lovely topline which is super level at all times finished with a high set tail. Rear is equally matched to front and this is displayed on the move where this girl is light and free in movement show good drive in rear and a clean reach in front. BOB TG4

Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)

Post Graduate (1,0)

1st - CREW, MRS M - ANADEIA NALLION AT DREAMCREWES. A 7 month old male who needs to grow in confidence as he develops. Pleasing headpiece with that breed specific “apple dome”. Eyes are of good colour and large and round being set well. Ears are set well on top of skull. Although still teething bite is good. Muzzle is fine with a definite stop. Neck is good in length with good lay back of shoulders. Good for bone and limbs are parallel. Longer than high in body. A little croup high at this age. Rear has good angles with enough muscle tone. Moved out ok. BOB BPIB

Japanese Chin

Post Graduate (3,1)

1st - FARRUGIA, MR N & J - CAPEVIDLES SIMPLY THE BEST FOR CHOLAS. A pleasing youngster who really scored on shape and size. Broad skull with being rounded at front. Ears are set wide and high. Eyes are large and round showing slight white of eye to give the look of astonishment. Nose is wide with open nostrils. Good width to underjaw with enough padding on muzzle to bring the headpiece together. Good for bone throughout. Parallel front. Feet are long and hare like. Neck is good for length leading into good topline finished with high set tail with enough plume. Rear angles are good and muscled well. Took a little while to settle, but eventually got herself to get her to win the class then BOB. Moved out with good rear drive and reach in front.

2nd -THOMPSON, MRS C J - ROSSYN ASAMI. A bitch who is bigger in frame and heavier in bone than winner. Broad head with good stop and slightly rounded on skull. Ears are set on wide and of good size and shape. Eyes are of good shape and size, would have liked to see a little more white on inner corner as opposed to outer to finish the look of astonishment. Good open nostrils with defined stop. Broader muzzle than 1. Lovely layback of shoulders with parallel, straight front finished with good feet. Topline is level and finished with a high set tail with good plume. Rear is angled well with ample muscle tone with good hocks. On the move good reach in from but can get a little close in rear on occasions.

Open (2,0)

1st - THOMPSON, MRS C J - ROSSYN MAGICAL FANTASY FOR CULVERWOOD. Masculine male with a pleasing headpiece. Ears are set well on a broad skull. Eyes are of good size but would like a little more astonishment look as there’s no white of eye. Muzzle is well padded with a good width to underjaw. Open nostrils. Neck of ok length. Shoulders are laid back. Front straight with elbows close to a well filled chest. Ribs are well sprung. Topline is level and tail is high set. Rear is angled well with good hocks and enough muscle. Moved out ok coming and going.

2nd - FARRUGIA, MR N & J - CHOLAS LUCY LOCKET. 4 year old bitch who score for being compact. Head of good proportions with slightly rounded skull on front. Ears are set wide and carried well. Eyes are placed well of good size and shape with look of astonishment. Enough width to under jaw. Neck of good length leading into well laid shoulders. Front is parallel and straight with good feet. Topline good with ok set tail. Enough depth to chest. Rear has enough muscle tone. On the move had a lovely reach in front but was a little untidy in rear.

Pomeranian

Post Graduate (3,0)

1st - FRENCH, MRS K, MR N & MISS K P - BINCOMBEFARM'S THE SNIDGET. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. The sire who got BOB I have done well in the past at a Pomeranian Club Show. This little girl is small and compact with so much going for her. Head is feminine and is developing well. Skull of good proportions with ears set high and being small in shape. Muzzle is fine and tapered with good depth. Eyes are almond in size and of good colour placed well in head. Good length of neck leading into a good lay back of shoulders. Straight, parallel front good for bone and tight feet. Chest is still developing. Topline is compact and level finished with a high set tail carried well over back. Rear is well constructed with good muscle tone. On the move this girl is super parallel in movement displaying good drive in rear and reach in front whilst being brisk. A very promising puppy. BPIB TPG2.

2nd - PHILLIPS, MISS E - NORVANIK GOLD CHARM. Stilghtly heavier in head than 1. But proportions of muzzle to skull is good. Lovely almond shaped eyes of dark colour. Defined stop. Ears are placed and carried well and of good size. Brow is a little more prominent. Shoulders are well laid with elbows tight to chest. Good for bone. Limbs not as straight as 1. Topline level finished with a well set tail of good length. Rear is well angulated with super muscle tone with good hocks. On the move there was super drive with a good reach in front.

Open (2,0)

1st - FRENCH, MRS K, MR N & MISS K P - NORVANIK GOLD SMITH AT BINCOMBEFARM JW. A dog who I have judged before and have done well. But today in the group he seemed a little more distracted than what he was in the breed. At 22 months this male has so much going for him. A masculine headpiece with super proportions. Muzzle to skull ratio is good. Ears are small and set on well. Eyes are a lovely almond shape with being dark and set well in head. A defined stop with fine muzzle. Neck is of good length leading into super shoulders with parallel straight front finished with tight feet. Body is compact with level topline finished with high set tail carried well over back. Rear is matched equally to front which is why on the move this boy is balanced showing rear drive and reach in front. BOB

Affenpinscher

Open (2,0)

1st - ENGLAND, MR P & MRS L - CICHLAS BLAISE AFFEN TO VANISTICA (IMP NOR). 6 year old bitch who has a lovely feminine headpiece. Domed forehead with small ears set high. Eyes are lovely and round with being dark in colour. Blunt muzzle with wide open nostrils in nose. Good turn up in chin with good width. Front is very straight and elbows close to a deep chest finished with tight round feet. Short back being level and tuck up. Tail is set high and carried well. Rear carried well under body with good muscle tone. Lovely rear drive with that require lift in front. BOB

2nd - ENGLAND, MR P & MRS L - VANISTICA JITTERBUG. Didn’t stay for critique

Bichon Frisé

Puppy (2,1)

1st - OSBORNE, MRS C S - DEIZI VIVA FOREVER FOR MAGSTARAI. A very smart balanced puppy for one so young. At just 6 months presents a lovely size and shape. Headpiece is developing well with a good muzzle to skull ratio. Eyes are dark and round with super pigment throughout. Enough stop. Ears are set on well and hang close to skull. Lovely shoulder placement with a straight parallel front with good feet and black pads. Topline is level with a muscular loin finished with a well rounded croup with a tail set on and carried well. Rear is well angles with good let down of hocks. On the move was super balanced showing good reach and drive. BPIB TPG3

Post Graduate (4,2)

1st - MARSHALL, MRS K - BLANCAZORTE NEVER SAY NEVER TO HONEYVALE. This dog ticked so many boxes for me. And when looking at the catalogue I can see why as I have shown his father in the ring and watched him develop. At 15 months old this boy is maturing nicely. A masculine head with enough width to skull and super muzzle to skull ratio. Enough stop. Eyes are dark and round with good pigment and placed well in head. Ears set well and hang close to face and of good length. Long arched neck sat on clean well laid shoulders, good return of upper arm and elbows close to a deep chest. Ribs are well sprung. A lovely muscular loin leading into well rounded croup with a lovely tailset. Front limbs are straight and parallel with good bone. Feet are tight with black pads all round. Rear is well constructed with good breadth to thigh, good let down of hocks. On the move this boy is balanced and parallel showing pads as he uses the rear to drive and a lovely reach in front. BOB

2nd - OSBORNE, MRS C S - DELBRUPAR KISSING A FOOL FOR MAGSTARAI. A bitch that pushed 1 in the class. A feminine headpiece with the darkest round eyes with dark rims. Muzzle is in good proportion to skull with good width. Cheeks are flat. Ears are set on well with leathers of good length hanging close to face. Enough stop. Neck of good length and arched. Shoulders are well laid and elbows tight to deep chest. Good for bone with front being parallel and straight. Feet good with good pigmentation throughout. Topline level with well rounded croup and tail set on well but not always carried. Rear angles are good and well muscled throughout. On the move had a lovely reach in front, just didn’t quite have the drive as 1.

Open (3,1)

1st - OSBORNE, MRS C S - THUSIA-SA-GAL HASCIKOVA FOR MAGSTARAI (IMP SVK). A balanced headpiece with good muzzle to skull ratio with enough stop. Ears are set on well with leathers of good length carried close to face. Eyes are round and dark set well with super pigment. Neck is of good length and arched leading into clean well laid shoulders with a good return of upper arm. Elbows close fitting to chest. Straight front with tight feet. A fraction long in body. Muscular loin with a well set tail carried well at all times. Angles in rear super with a broad thigh and well let down hocks. On the move demonstrates good rear drive showing pad and enough reach in front.

Chihuahua (Long Coat)

Post Graduate (2,1)

1st - SKINNER, MRS A - PEAKY BLINDER. Scores for size and shape. A pleasing head with good shape skull. Large round eyes set well in head. Ears are of good shape and size set well apart. Good stop with fine muzzle. Good shoulders and elbows close to body. Front straight and clean with good bone throughout. Neck of good length into good length of body. Tail set is good. Rear has good angles with enough muscle tone. Moved out ok.

Open (1,0)

1st - SKINNER, MRS A - TYSSUL AWEL Y MYNYDD. 6 year old male who has a masculine headpiece with skull of good shape and size. Lovely eyes which are round and dark. Muzzle is fine with definite stop. Lovely front assembly being good for bone. Shoulders are well laid with elbows tight to a deep chest. Limbs are straight and parallel with good feet. Neck is of good length and arched leading into a level topline which was held on the stand and the move. Tail is set high and carried well. Rear has good angles with good muscle tone and well let down hocks. On the move this boy was balanced with good rear drive and lovely front action. BOB

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Thank you to all exhibitors for the fabulous entry with it being a supported entry.

Puppy (5,2)

1st - LEWIS, MRS C & MISS J - CARLEETO RED VELVET. 7 month old Ruby who won this class on shape and balance without being over done. A headpiece that is developing well. Flat skull with high set ears and leathers of good length. Eyes are round and dark and placed well in head. A shallow stop. Good length to muzzle with enough cushioning to soften expression. Neck is of good length and slightly arched. Shoulders are well laid with good return of upper arm. Limbs are straight and parallel with compacted feet. Topline is level finished with a good tail set that just extends the topline. Rear is good with ample muscle. On the move displayed good rear drive and reach in front. BPIB TPG4

2nd - KOWALSKI, MRS B J - ANICKILY BLACK VELVET. Black and Tan male of different type to 1 but still a lot to like. Flat skull with high set ears and leathers of good length laying close to face. Eyes are of good round shape and size with being dark in colour set well in head. Shallow stop with enough length and depth to muzzle with enough cushioning. Neck is arched and of good length leading into shoulders that are well laid. Front assembly ok, would like slightly tighter pasterns. Topline good with good length of loin finished with good tailset. Rear has enough angle and muscle tone. Good hocks. Moved out well with good reach in front, didn’t quite have the rear drive of 1.

Special Yearling (4,2)

A tough class to sort as there is lots to like about both.

1st - LEWIS, MRS C & MISS J - CARLEETO BLACK VELVET. 7 month old Black and Tan bitch who has a pleasing headpiece that still has some developing to do, that said skull is flat with high set ears. Eyes are round, dark and placed well. This girl has an older fashioned headpiece with having a slightly longer muzzle but that doesn’t detract as she is balanced with good cushioning. Lovely shoulder placement with straight limbs with good bone. Super level topline with a good tailset. Rear is a little more angulated than I’d prefer but has super muscle tone. On the move she has a such reach in front but can get in a pick of a muddle with rear.

2nd - HAWKINS, MISS K - LEXODY'S DIVINATION JW. Blenheim bitch that I judged as a puppy. Today I felt she wasn’t showing her best which was a shame. Feminine headpiece with lovely proportions. A lovely round, dark eye which is placed well in head. Shallow stop leading into flat skull with low set ears with long leathers. Good length to muzzle with plenty of cushioning. Good length to neck and is slightly arched leading into well laid shoulders with elbows close to a deep well filled chest. Level topline with the tail as an extension of it. Rear is good with good with enough muscle. On the move didn’t quite have the drive of 1.

Post Graduate (3,1)

1st - LEWIS, MRS C & MISS J - VINA MINELLI DU CHATEAU NOBLESSE MIT CARLEETO (IMP DEU). I’ve admired this Ruby girl ringside for a while and was hoping to get my hands on her. At just 14 months this girl catches your eye for her overall shape and balance. A feminine headpiece that still has a little more maturing to do. Muzzle to skull ratio is good which makes the headpiece balanced with enough width to the flat skull. High set ears with long leathers that are well feathered. Eyes are round and dark and are placed well in head. Muzzle is well cushioned with enough underfill. Neck is arched and of good length leading into well laid shoulders with a good return of upper arm. Straight parallel front and good for bone. Topline is level with good length to loin. Tail can be carried a fraction high. Rear is muscled well and enough angles to finish the balanced picture. This girl is incredibly well schooled and on the move she has the correct footfall with plenty of drive from rear and reach in front. Pleased to award her BOB and ultimately TG1.

2nd - HAWKINS, MISS K - LEXODY'S INCANTATION. Blenheim bitch who is another that is good for size. Good proportions in head with good length to muzzle which is well cushioned. Enough stop. Eyes are of good shape and size and placed well in head. Skull is good with high set ears and leathers of good length which are well feathered. Neck is of good length and arched leading into well laid shoulders. A little long in upper arm. Good for bone. Front is straight. Chest is deep with good spring of ribs. Topline level with good croup. Tail set ok. Moved out with enough drive in rear.

Limit (4,2)

1st - LEWIS, MRS C & MISS J - CARLEETO CUTIE PIE JW. I judged this dog as a youngster at a club show and boy has he blossomed. I wouldn’t want him any bigger. A 2 year old Ruby male who has a cracking headpiece. Flat skull with high set ears with long leathers and plenty of feathering. Super eye placement with dark, round eyes. Enough stop. Good length to muzzle with enough cushioning.enough underfill. Lovely neck which leads into shoulders that are well laid. Super level topline which is held at all times. Elbows are close to a well filled chest. Good for bone throughout with good feet. Rear well constructed with good muscle tone. I heavily considered this boy for BOB but unfortunately his tail is higher than preferred which throws off his topline. Moved super well with plenty of drive and reach in front.

2nd - HAWKINS, MISS K - LEXODY'S REDEMPTION. So much to like about this bitch. She is feminine throughout. With a seeet head with good muzzle to skull proportions. Skull is flat with high set ears and leathers of good length. Lovely round dark eyes to soften the expression. Muzzle is well padded with good underfill. Neck is of good length and shoulders are well laid. Elbows are close to a well filled chest with a good spring of rib. Parallel straight front with good feet. Topline is level with a good tailset. Rear is well constructed with enough muscle. On the move it was parallel just didn’t quite have the drive in rear as 1.

Open (3,2)

1st - LEWIS, MRS C & MISS J - CARLEETO MINNIE THE MINX JW. What an explosion of energy this girl is and pushed owner hard at all times. Black and Tan bitch who has a pleasing headpiece. Muzzle to skull ratio is good. Eyes are lovely and round of dark in colour. Ears are set high on flat skull. Ears good. Neck is arched and of good length. Shoulders are well laid with good return of upper arm. Clean straight front with good front. Topline level with a good tail set. Would prefer a little less angulation in rear to finish the overall balance. Moved out with plenty of drive and reach.

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Post Graduate (4,0)

1st - THATCHER, B T & C - DEVONIA'S FLORENCE. What a striking 11 month old bolognese dog. A head that is developing in the right way. Being broad and flat on skull with long leathers set on high. Eyes are large and round with super pigmentation. Muzzle in proportion to skull. Neck of good length which sits on shoulders that are well laid with a good return of upper arm. Elbows are close to a deep chest. Front limbs are good for bone being straight and parallel. Lovely topline with back being level and slight arch over loins finished with a tail that is set and carried well. A lovely rear construction with well let down hocks and super muscle tone. Coat in good condition. On the move this boy really strides into his own with super drive in rear and reach in front. BAVNSC, BPAVNSC, TG2, TPG1

2nd - FITZGERALD, MRS J - ADORELE PUT A SPELL ON YOU AT BEAUGEM. 12 month old feminine havanese who has a lot to offer. Very well presented and empathetically handled. Pleasing headpiece with good equal muzzle to skull proportions. Eyes are large and almond shape of dark colour with super pigmentation. Ears are of good shape and size placed well on head. Neck is balanced with body leading into well laid shoulders. Lovely straight front with good tight feet. Longer than tall with slight rise over loin finished with high set tail carried well over back. Enough angulation in rear with good muscle tone and well let down hocks. Moved out well with a lovely reach in front with enough drive showing pads in rear.

Open (2,0)

1st - FITZGERALD, MRS J - ADORELE PUT A SPELL ON YOU AT BEAUGEM. See critique 2nd post graduate AVNSC

2nd - THATCHER, B T & C - KOBANYAL PELYHES ODIN WITH DEVONIA (IMP HUN). On first presentation this boy is super eye catching because of his size and shape. A super headpiece which there is no mistaking he is male. Broad flat skull with high set ears set away from head. Large round eyes set well in head. Muzzle to skull proportion good. Lovely length to neck which leads into super shoulders with elbows close to a deep well developed chest. Clean, straight front with oval feet. Lovely topline with slight arch over loins. Tail set and carried well. Rear has good angulation throughout with well let down hocks and super muscle. Superb coat. On the move front action was clean and parallel. But got a little untidy in rear today.

AV TOY

Puppy (7,6)

1st - FRENCH, MRS K, MR N & MISS K P - BINCOMBEFARM'S THE KNEAZLE. Very much like litter sibling in the breed. I think this time around this puppy had time to settle and moved so much better.

Open (7,6)

1st - DAY, MRS J - IMMELEON PEPPERMINT LATTE IN CUBADIAS. A havanese that is presented in pristine condition. I asked to be moved quicker and the picture and balance was completely different from the breed class. A balanced headpiece with good proportions broad skull with a good ear set. Lovely dark almond shaped eyes placed well in head. Super pigmentation. Neck is of good length which sits on well laid shoulders. Clean straight front. Topline is good with a slight arch over loin finished with a good tail set that is carried well. Moved out with more drive and reach

Champion (1,0)

1st - CRUMP & MITCHELL, MRS D & MRS S - tCH CEDILLA MASKERADE PIGALLE. Pug who appeals for overall cobby shape and size. Appealing headpiece with large round eyes set well. Lovely mask. Open nostrils. Super width to underjaw. Ears are a good size and shape and set well on skull. Neck is strong leading into good shoulders with elbows close to well filled chest. Broad chest with straight front with tight feet. Topline is good with muscular loin with a tight tail set well. Lovely muscled rear. Once settled moved out well with good roll and drive and reach

Toy Group

1- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

2- Bolognese

3- English Toy Terrier

4- Papillon

Toy Puppy Group

1- Bolognese

2- Pomeranian

3- Bichon Frisé

4- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Best Reserve Best Of Breed Toy

 1st - JOHNSON, MS H - MORETONIA ROYAL WREN. 2 year old English Toy Terrier who certainly appeals for shape and size with curves in all the right places. Lovely wedge shaped head with lovely candle flame ears sat on top of skull. Good eye shape and colouring. Good for bone throughout. Neck is lovely leading into a topline that rises and falls. Good rump with a well set tail. Rear is angled well with good muscle tone. On the move this girl has good drive and presents the breeds low extension. Pleased to award the RBOB group.

AV Special Veteran (7-9 years) 24 entries

1st - WYNTER, MISS P C - CH ROBELROY MANY DREAMS AT FURLONGFOX ShCEx - a cracking wired fox haired terrier who demanded my attention as soon as he came in the ring. Super headpiece with great proportions. Small folded ears set high. Small dark eyes set well in head. Muscular neck leading into steep shoulders. The straightest of fronts finished with compact feet. Super topline with short back and level. Deep chest with well sprung ribs. High set tail carried well. Rear is well constructed with long muscular thigh and well let down hocks. On the move this dog moved so soundly and parallel with super drive in rear.

2nd - WOODHALL, MRS JA - CH WYRLEYBEARS WENDY FOR BEARHUGS. 8 year old Newfoundland bitch. Lovely width and depth to skull being broad with good shaped ears set well on head lying close to skull. Definite stop with good muzzle to skull ratio. Good width and depth to muzzle with tight lips. Almond shaped eyes placed well with tight lids. Good reach of neck sitting on a super shoulder assembly being muscular and well laid. Limbs are straight and parallel and good for bone finished with rounded feet. Super chest with elbows tight. Topline in level with a broad muscular loin finished with a tail that is well set and of good length. Rear is well constructed with muscular thigh and well let down hocks. Coat in great condition. On the move this girl really covered the ground with super drive and reach in front.

10+ years (10 entries)

When I saw this line up of dogs they could easily push any of the youngsters to win and I credit each and every owner for presenting their dogs the way they did.

1st - WILLIAMS & JAMES, MISS B & MRS J - CH BWTHYN HEADLINER JW ShCM ShCEx VW. Cardigan Corgi. When I saw this dog I really had to ask the owner how old he was as he doesn’t not display as a 10 year old. A fabulous headpiece with having a broad skull and flat with large erect ears set well back. Good muzzle to skull proportions with moderate stop. Lovely eyes set well in head. Good depth to muzzle with strong underjaw. Muscular neck which leads into well laid back shoulders with good return of upper arm. Bowed forearms. Prominent sternum in broad chest. Level topline with great spring of ribs finished with a tail that is an extension of the topline. Well angled and muscular rear with well let down hocks. On the move this boy knows how to move with super rear drive and reach in front with elbows close to chest.

2nd - RICE, MRS J - CH SOUSKA DEVOTION VW. 11 year old Tibetan Spaniel. Slightly domed skull with enough width and depth. Enough stop. Lovely oval eye which is placed well in head. Ears are set high and of good shape and size. Good width to underjaw and desired undershot bite. Muzzle to skull ratio good. Short neck leading into a long level topline finished with a high set tail that was carried well at all times. Well laid shoulders with a slight bow to front. Rear is equally well angled with well let down hocks and muscled well throughout. On the move this girl is free and has good drive with a lovely reach in front.

Junior Handling

All handlers were asked to complete a reverse triangle followed by an up and down. Questions were a point of the dog and if they had a poo bag. Remember when you are doing handling classes that carrying a poo bag is a must

6-11 years

1st - Libby Rycroft. What an empathetic young handler. Won best JH. Shadowing was efficient and watched me every time I moved. On the table presented bite properly and knew her points of the dog. Changes of hands were effortless and shapes were accurate whilst maintaining a pace for her dog that was suitable.

2nd - Kaycee-Mae Turton. Handling a poodle who challenged her. But coped incredibly well with the distractions of the dog. Shadowing was good and all shapes were accurate. Just needs to brush up on points of the dog.

12-16 years

1st - Avrora - a lovely team to watch. Shadowing was efficient whilst maintaining control of the dog. Patterns were super whilst still keeping an eye where I was. Showed bite correctly and knew points of dog. One point to be aware of is be careful of the space between you and the exhibit in front when on the move.

2nd - Addison Presley-Biggins - the speed she chose for her dog was perfect. Knew points of the dog with no hesitation and showed the bite correctly. Shapes were good but always keep an eye on where the judge is when finishing your patterns.

Adult Handling

17-30 years

The only thing that separates these 2 handlers was a poo bag. Superb handling by both with super clean lines, attention to where I was at all times and was able to complete patterns with a great pace for their dog whilst maintaining shapes. Good job ladies

1st - Amy Harris.

2nd - Chloe Clarke

46-59 years

1st - Rena Barrow. Super job with patterns and points of dog. Pace was great for the dog and shadowing was excellent. Knew where I was at all times.

2nd - Naomi Jackman - another handler where shapes were great with clean lines and a pace suitable for the dog. Shadowing was good. Just needs to brush up on points of dog.

60+ years

This was the hardest class to judge as it so so close between the handlers

1st - Janet Rice - what a partnership this was to watch. Dog and handler at one. Shadowing was super with eyes on me any time that I moved around the ring. Listened to all instructions. Presented dog on table showing bite. Clean lines with precise shapes. Best AH and BAH in show.

2nd - Catriona Anne Price - another handler that did a super job. A slight hesitation on the beginning of the pattern work is what separated 1st and 2nd. Excellent shadowing. Pattern is accurate and pace for the dog was great.

AV Graduate Stakes (51 entries)

1st - ROBINSON, MISS K - LAVIKA SUNSET ROSE JW - what a way to finish day with this beautiful Shetland Sheepdog. A partnership between handler and dog is one to admire. A beautiful feminine headpiece. Width and depth of skull in proportion to length. Beautiful almond shaped eye set well in head. Close set ears of good size on head. Lovely arched neck leading into well laid shoulders with a good return of upper arm. The straightest of fronts with good bone. Good oval feet. Lovely topline with croup slightly sloping to rear finished with low set tail of good length. Broad muscular things with well let down hocks. On the move this girl is a dream, covering the ground well with good rear drive and a super reach in front.

2nd - SCARLETT, MRS N, - VANITONIA ENCHANTED OVER MICHELROY JW. What another lovely exhibit to end the day with. There is not denying this is a female. Femininity runs throughout. Super muzzle to skull ratio with enough width and depth. Muzzle has good depth with lips tight. Low set ears with leathers of good length. Eyes of good shape and lovely colour. Well laid shoulders with super straight front with good bone and finished with tight feet. Topline is incredibly level finished with a high set tail which is carried well. Rear is equally well constructed with broad muscular thighs and well let down hocks. On the move this girl impresses with her peer in rear and that super reach in front.

Judge Richard Forsythe (RICHPIN)