Belfast & District Irish Setter Club

PAPILLON – BELFAST DOG SHOW SOCIETY

Sunday, 28th September 2025 – Eikon Exhibition Centre, Northern Ireland

Judge: Clodagh Fallon

It was a great honour to be invited by the Belfast Dog Show Society to award Challenge

Certificates in Papillons for the first time. My sincere thanks to the committee for their kind

invitation and warm hospitality, and to the exhibitors who supported the entry—many

travelling considerable distances to Northern Ireland. I was delighted with the overall

quality and presentation across the classes, with type, balance, and movement

consistently pleasing.

Puppy Dog

1st (1408) – Zizula Little Bright Star Into Starmarla

A delightful six-month-old of balanced proportions. Head small and well-shaped, with

dark, round, expressive eyes. Ears correctly set and mobile, enhancing his alert expression.

Excellent coat, well presented and in fine condition. Tail well set and carried proudly over

the back. Maintains balance and topline on the move with correct carriage.

Reserve Dog CC & Best Puppy in Breed.

Junior Dog

1st (1407) – Feyetas Love In The Dark At Starmarla CW25

Thirteen months old, of pleasing type. Head small and well-proportioned; eyes dark, round,

and bright. Ears correctly set and well fringed. Neck of sufficient length, giving a proud

head carriage. Topline level both standing and on the move. Coat in excellent condition and

beautifully presented. Lively, friendly temperament. Movement could be a touch more free-

flowing but full of promise.

Limit Dog

1st (1413) – Asam Mersana Ir. Jch., CJW23

A well-balanced two-year-old, nicely within the correct size range. Head refined and well-

proportioned; dark, round eyes with a soft expression. Ears correctly set, well fringed, and

with good mobility. Adequate neck leading to a level topline. Profuse fringing on ears and

tail, both immaculately groomed. Moves with balance and poise, maintaining a pleasing

outline.

2nd (1407) – Feyetas Love In The Dark At Starmarla CW25

Open Dog

1st (1409) – Ch U Knock Me Off My Feet Daydream Believers With Feorlig

A four-year-old of outstanding quality, presenting a balanced and elegant outline. Refined

head with dark, expressive eyes and correctly set, butterfly-like ears well fringed to

complete the intelligent, alert expression. Neck of good length flowing into a level topline;

fine bone and dainty yet strong structure. Movement light, free, and stylish, maintaining

grace and precision. Coat silky, in superb condition, with tail well plumed and proudly

carried. Exhibits lively, confident temperament throughout.

Dog CC & Best Opposite Sex.

2nd (1407) – Feyetas Love In The Dark At Starmarla CW25

Puppy Bitch

1st (1411) – Zizula Love Shines Bright For Abbeyton

Six months old, well-balanced and feminine. Head refined and well-shaped; eyes dark,

round, and expressive. Ears correctly set with good mobility. Level topline standing and on

the move. Tail set high and arched gracefully. Movement developing well—should free up

further with maturity.

2nd (1412) – Zizula Love Was Born To Shine

Another six-month-old full of promise. Attractive head with dark, round eyes and correctly

set ears. Lively, alert, and confident temperament. Maintains a good topline with a nicely

arched tail. Movement may improve further as she matures.

Junior Bitch

1st (1412) – Zizula Love Was Born To Shine

Novice Bitch

1st (1411) – Zizula Love Shines Bright For Abbeyton

Open Bitch

1st (1410) – Ch/Multi Ch Uppercut Daydream Believers With Feorlig JW, WW’24

A four-year-old of outstanding breed quality. Immediately commands attention with her

elegance and daintiness. Head beautifully proportioned with refined muzzle and dark,

expressive eyes. Neck of adequate length giving proud carriage. Fine yet strong bone

complements her overall refinement. Coat long, flowing, and silky, in immaculate

condition. Profuse fringing on ears and tail, both expertly presented. Movement free, light,

and elegant, with good reach and drive; topline and balance maintained throughout.

Bitch CC & Best of Breed.

Thrilled to see her go on to win 1st in a strong Toy Group and Reserve Best in Show.

2nd (1414) – Princess Kate Ph Vive Vanette At Carasweet J.Ch, JD

A lovely two-year-old Phalène of correct size and balanced proportions. Head refined with

dark, round eyes and well-set, well-fringed ears. Excellent coat and presentation. Topline

level both standing and moving. Tail well set and arched gracefully, with good plume. Moves

straight and true with economical action.

Reserve CC Bitch

3rd (1406) – Afterglow Barbette With Starmarla

Judge’s Closing Remarks

It was a genuine pleasure to judge the Papillons at the Belfast Dog Show Society. The overall quality of the entry was excellent, with pleasing type, balance, and movement throughout. Presentation standards were high, reflecting the care and dedication of the exhibitors.

The younger dogs and bitches show much promise, with heads, ear placement, and movement developing well—most encouraging for the breed’s future. The older champions displayed the refinement, elegance, and true Papillon character that make this breed so captivating in the ring.

My sincere thanks once again to the committee for their invitation and warm hospitality, and to all exhibitors for presenting such quality examples of this delightful and affectionate breed. It was truly a joy to judge them.