Scottish Kennel Club

Critique – Scottish Kennel Club – General Championship Show

Judge: Kelly Hampton-Lee (Kelrick)

Date: 16th May 2025

Best of Breed Pascavale Tyson

Best Opposite Sex CH Ellemich Good Trouble with Gleniren

Best Puppy Pascavale Banksy

Best Veteran Carolus Miss Elsie

Best Special Beginner & 2nd Toy Special Beginner Group Luvtayls Fireflash Rose

I would like to thank all the exhibitors for bringing their dogs and for accepting my decisions so sportingly. This was my first time judging the breed at Championship level, and I was truly blessed to have had such a lovely entry. It was a real privilege to go over so many quality Cavaliers, and I thoroughly enjoyed the day. My thanks also go to my capable steward, Linda Hall, who kept the ring running smoothly throughout the day and ensured everything flowed effortlessly.

I was looking for a true toy spaniel - full of elegance, charm, and the most delightful temperament. I was pleased to find many exhibits who embodied these qualities, and I was particularly delighted with the depth of quality in my final line-up. Dentition was good across the board, and presentation was of a consistently high standard. I was especially happy that all of my final top award winners truly reflected this key part of the breed standard: "Gay, friendly, affectionate and absolutely fearless sporting spaniel with no tendency to nervousness." Thank you once again for making it such an enjoyable and memorable day.

DOGS

Dog CC Levy & Sedgwick’s Pascavale Tyson

Reserve CC Taylor’s Luvtayls Newsflash

Best Puppy Dog Levy & Sedgwick’s Pascavale Banksy

Minor Puppy (6, 0)

1st Spall & Clark’s Llapsttam Luther Vandross. 7-month-old ruby. A lovely youngster with a soft, dark eye, enough cushioning and well-set ears, giving the desired gentle expression. Good pigment. Presented in beautiful coat and condition with a soft, silky texture. Moved soundly and confidently. One to watch as he matures.

2nd Leaver’s Revaelann Rocky Road. 8-month Blenheim puppy. Beautifully presented with a lovely shape and flowing outline. Richly coloured with well broken markings. Good angles and well balanced. Moved with good reach and drive. Very attentive to handler and so well-schooled. Another promising puppy.

3rd Gilbert’s Ouzlewell’s Harry Potter

Res Liverton-Ovey’s Halosey King Of My Heart

VHC Price’s Toraylac Cosmopolitan

Puppy (3, 1)

1st Levy & Sedgwick’s Pascavale Banksy. 11-month Blenheim dog. Immaculately presented and in good coat for his age. Super head, with dark expressive eyes, skull almost flat between well placed ears and excellent pigment. Well angulated and moved beautifully with confidence and balance. Loved his size and shape - such a pleasing overall picture. A very promising youngster and happy to award him Best Puppy Dog and Best Puppy in Breed.

2nd Callaghan & Todd’s Callyspride Cedric. 10-month Blenheim puppy dog. Another attractive boy with a stunning head and excellent pigment. Full of personality - happy and animated in the ring. Good front and rear angulation. He moved well and showed a very nice outline on the stand. Heavier marked than the winner with rich chestnut on pearly white ground. Another lovely exhibit.

Junior (9, 1)

1st Rix’s Ricksbury Elite. 14-month-old, well broken Blenheim with rich chestnut markings and desired lozenge. Caught my eye immediately with his lovely head, large dark eyes and melting expression. Ideal size and shape for age, with correct proportions. He moved soundly and showed with confidence. A well-balanced toy spaniel who fits the breed standard beautifully.

2nd McMurray’s Chadwick Perfect Tonight at Merryoth (Imp USA). 15-month-old. Another well-broken Blenheim with an appealing head and soft, melting expression. Well angulated and moved with enthusiasm and drive. Very nice type. He was so well-schooled and attentive to his handler – a lovely exhibit.

3rd Mackenzie’s Carsan in Your Dreams

Res Fox-Shone’s Pamedna The Power Of Love

VHC Willis’ Dinitro’s Rock Steady Eddie JW

Yearling (4, 1)

1st Walker’ Carsan Richie Rich JW. Beautifully presented 21-month-old tricolour dog. Masculine head with lovely soft, melting expression, dark eyes and good cushioning under the eyes. Tan in all the right places. Moderate bone and excellent construction. Good turn of stifle. Moved effortlessly around the ring with good reach and drive. A sound, stylish exhibit with plenty of ring presence.

2nd Rathbone & Pals’ Brymarden Flawless Blush. 18-month-old Blenheim. Another lovely dog who pushed hard for the top spot. Rich chestnut markings on pearly white, with a handsome head and soft melting expression. Compact and well-angled. He moved soundly with good reach and drive and was happy and attentive throughout. Very close call between 1st and 2nd.

3rd Linton’s Thekop’s Si Sinor

Post Graduate (8, 0)

1st Taylors’ Luvtayls Newsflash. 2-years-old. A richly marked, immaculately presented, well broken Blenheim dog. He has such lovely rich chestnut markings and super pigmentation. Mature, well-balanced and nicely constructed with good reach of neck and level topline. He moved soundly with good reach and drive. Very handsome head – masculine but with a lovely gentle expression and dark eyes. He showed steadily and was very well handled. He never stopped wagging to the end and exhibited a lovely outgoing, friendly and fearless personality at all times. A complete picture on the day. Happy to award him the RDCC.

2nd Mackenzie’s Carsan Hot An Tasty JW. 20-month-old Blenheim. Another well-marked, beautifully presented Blenheim of good overall quality. Masculine head with correct ear set and a dark, expressive eye. Good front angulation and good turn of stifle. Short coupled with good spring of rib. Covered the ground well on the move. A lovely exhibit.

3rd Jackson’s Fortunamajor Perseus JW

Res Sim’s Llapsttam The Soprano at Tayhaar

VHC Hamilton & Hogg’s Kringleholme Continental

Limit (7, 0)

1st Levy & Sedgwick’s Pascavale Tyson. 2½-year-old tricolour. This dog caught my eye as soon as he entered the ring. He has an exquisite head, well-filled foreface, good pigmentation and expressive dark eyes giving that ideal soft, melting expression, typically difficult to find on a tricolour. He excels in size and shape, short coupled with moderate bone. Happy and outgoing on the move, he showed with animation and confidence. A very complete exhibit who fits the standard so well. I was thrilled to find in this dog exactly what I was looking for in the breed: a true toy spaniel, full of elegance, charm, and the most wonderful temperament. Delighted to award him the DCC and Best of Breed. This was his crowning CC – congratulations!

2nd Fox-Shone’s Pamedna Jacques. 3-year-old ruby dog. Attractive head with gentle expression and dark eyes. Plenty of rich red coat presented in immaculate condition. Well balanced with good proportions and angulation. He moved very well around the ring, maintaining a level topline at all times. Called back in to challenge for RDCC.

3rd Gow’s Legolas Aldaha Gold at Lyncraeg

Res Barwell’s Charlottetown Golden Touch

VHC Wilkins & Wilcock’s Fortunamajor Bettelgeuse at Tebaldi

Open (4, 0)

1st Chapman & Ireland’s Ch Ellemich American Express. 3½-year-old Blenheim. Stood out for his outstanding outline and breed type. Beautifully presented with a lovely head, dark, expressive eyes, and gentle expression. Richly marked with excellent pigment. Good reach of neck, leading to well laid shoulders and well-angulated hindquarters. Short coupled with good spring of rib. Moved soundly and with purpose, holding his topline well. A polished dog who exemplifies the breed. Shortlisted to final four in the challenge.

2nd Rees’ Ch Embeth Rock The Boat. 4-year-old high-quality Blenheim who pushed hard for the top spot and was very close up to the winner. Possesses a soft, melting expression with large, dark, round eyes. Beautifully balanced throughout with a pleasing outline and good reach of neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. Shown in excellent condition. Moved out with drive and fluidity, holding a level topline. A lovely dog who commands attention in the ring - a very worthy champion.

3rd Spall & Clark’s Ch Llapsttam’s Heavenly Scent

Res Spiers’ Can GCh Narayden Ben Hur for Caramoone

Veteran (5, 0)

1st Hamilton & Hogg’s Kilbarchan’s Moonwalker VW. 9-year-old Blenheim in excellent condition. I loved his head with dark, expressive eyes, good cushioning and great pigment. Masculine yet retains the desired soft, gentle expression. A touch larger than ideal, but well-balanced. Moved very well with enthusiasm and animation, maintaining a good outline throughout. A worthy class winner who clearly enjoys his time in the spotlight.

2nd Slack’s Willowheart Louis VW. 9½-year-old Blenheim. Another attractive dog with a sweet, typical expression. Handsome head, well-proportioned body with correct size and shape. Good angulation which allowed him to move freely around the ring. Happy and confident, he was enjoying his time in the ring today.

3rd Fraser’s Lewis’s Leonardo at Fraskye

Res Gilbert’s Bellflows The Gentleman JW

VHC Slack’s Kinvaar Jumping Jack Flash at Eversbabes

Special Beginners (8, 0)

1st Taylor’s Revdvicki Heavenly Chance. 3½-year-old tricolour dog of excellent type. Lovely head with soft, melting expression, correct size and proportions, and rich tan in all the right places. Presented in immaculate condition and moved steadily and soundly with enthusiasm. Outgoing and happy, showing great rapport with his handler. A delightful dog who ticked all the boxes today. Shortlisted to final four in the challenge.

2nd Willis’ Dinitro’s Rock Steady Eddie JW. 17-month-old dog of good type with a lovely masculine but soft head, dark expressive eyes, and excellent pigmentation. Compact in shape with balanced proportions and good angulation. Moved steadily and happily, attentive to his handler. Presented in excellent condition and showed a typical, cheerful temperament.

3rd Eccles’ Llapsttam Get Knotted JW

Res Linton’s Thekop’s Si Sinor

VHC Liverton-Ovey’s Halosey King Of My Heart

Good Citizen Dog Scheme (2, 0)

1st Danks’ Rabymar Prince William at Alsidewood Bih PCh. 13-month-old black and tan dog. Well presented with a raven-black coat and rich tan in all the correct places. Very well trained and attentive to handler, which I would hope to see in this class. Attractive head with gentle expression, correct proportions and a lovely outline. Scored over second for size and overall shape. Moved with reach and drive all ways around the ring.

2nd Hood’s Rabymar New York. Almost 3-year-old ruby dog. Presented in good coat with a rich red colour and plenty of feathering. Large round dark eyes, set well apart and good cushioning. Skull almost flat between his well-set ears. Happy and confident on the move. A well-trained exhibit who gave a good account of himself.

BITCHES

Bitch CC Robb, Chapman & Ireland’s Ch Ellemich Good Trouble with Gleniren

Reserve CC Spall & Clark’s Llapsttam’s Eunice JW

Best Puppy Bitch Chapman & Ireland’s Kiss Kiss Du Chateau Noblesse at Ellemich (Imp Deu)

Minor Puppy (6, 1)

1st Chapman & Ireland’s Kiss Kiss Du Chateau Noblesse at Ellemich (Imp Deu). A beautiful 7-month-old Blenheim with a lovely head and dark, expressive eyes. She caught my eye immediately on entering the ring. Very well balanced throughout with a clean outline and good construction. Nicely broken markings. Moved very well with drive and confidence, holding a level topline. A super puppy and a joy to go over - Best Puppy Bitch.

2nd Spall & Clark’s Llapsttam’s Vanessa. 7-month-old black and tan with a sweet, feminine expression and a pretty head. Moved well with good reach and drive, holding her topline at all times. Good tailset and carriage. Less mature than 1st but very promising. Lovely temperament and presentation, she was very attentive to her handler.

3rd Spiers’ Caramoone Spring Breeze

Res Maxwell’s Eildondream Survivor

VHC Price’s Toraylac Celestial

Puppy (6, 1)

1st Jackson’s Applebroad Candy Spice via Fortunamajor. Nearly 12-month-old Blenheim. Caught my eye immediately with her lovely head and gentle, melting expression. Very well broken markings and a balanced overall shape. Moderate neck leading to well laid-back shoulders. Moved out soundly with a steady and confident action. Presented in excellent condition and handled to advantage. A lovely exhibit.

2nd Spall & Clark’s Llapsttam Four Tea Love. 10-month-old black and tan, beautifully presented in a raven black, silky coat with rich tan in all the right places. Lovely head with dark, expressive eyes and well-constructed throughout. Moved very well and showed happily. A stylish youngster who was lovely to go over.

3rd Graham’s Aidanmoss Bright Eyes

Res Hamilton & Hogg’s Invincible Angel Magic Oak at Hamhoggs (Imp Pol)

VHC Price’s Toraylac Iris

Junior (4, 2)

1st Willis’ Dinitro’s Madeleine. 17-month-old Blenheim bitch. Pretty head with dark, expressive eyes and correctly carried ears. Well-constructed with moderate chest and good spring of rib. Happy and outgoing in nature, she moved freely and with confidence. A lovely youngster who presents a very typical picture.

2nd Sim’s Bonitos Companeros Zamboa Queen at Tayhaar (Imp Deu). 13-month-old black and tan with a very pretty head and a compact, feminine outline. Good angulation to front and rear. Moved soundly with purpose and carried herself well. Just lost out today on animation but a lovely exhibit with lots to like.

Yearling (5, 2)

1st Leonard’s Ellemich Bombshell at Witchstone. A lovely, petite tricolour full of charm. Very animated and outgoing, with a sweet, feminine head and dark, expressive eyes. Beautifully presented in a well-marked, glossy coat. Compact and well angulated with sound movement. A very eye-catching and happy showgirl who never stopped showing.

2nd Corner’s Delaby Miss Daisy. 21-month-old Blenheim with rich chestnut markings. Another lovely bitch with a very pretty head, dark eyes, good cushioning and gentle expression. Balanced and well-constructed with good substance and a steady, sound action on the move. A quality exhibit who showed well and completed a pleasing picture.

3rd Barwell’s Bowfort American Dreamer for Charlottetown

Post Graduate (9, 2)

1st Smith’s Aranel Binky. 2½-year-old Blenheim. A petite, glamourous and well-balanced bitch with a lovely head featuring large, dark eyes and well-set, long ears which framed her face beautifully. Immaculately presented with plenty of silky coat. Well angulated with correct proportions. She moved soundly around the ring. A charming and stylish exhibit who stood out on the day. Shortlisted to final four in the challenge.

2nd Colavecchia’s Carolus Camilla. 2-year-old Blenheim with spot. Beautifully headed bitch with a sweet expression and good pigmentation. Rich chestnut markings on very well broken pearly white coat. Well constructed throughout and moved freely and with confidence. A quality exhibit who pushed hard for top spot but just preferred the overall size and shape of 1st today.

3rd Bennett’s Rishtte I’m Tanisha of Remmya JW

Res Fox’s Brymarden Scarlet for Lynmily

VHC Corner’s Toyswood Magic Dance at Delaby

Limit (11, 3)

1st Spall & Clark’s Llapsttam’s Eunice JW. 3-year-old black and tan. Excellent size, feminine and beautifully balanced with a lovely outline. Animated and happy, she was immaculately presented and in super condition. Lovely head with soft expression, dark eyes and good cushioning. She excelled on the move with a steady, purposeful gait, maintaining a level topline and correct tail carriage. She showed consistently and was full of charm - an ideal toy spaniel in both type and temperament. Happy to award her the RBCC

2nd Sharp-Dixon & Leach’s Ouzlewell’s Spring Blossom. 2-year-old tricolour bitch with eye-catching well-broken markings and a sweet, feminine outline. Pretty head with dark, expressive eyes and enough cushioning. Happy and outgoing, she moved soundly with drive and purpose. A lovely exhibit, beautifully presented and very typical.

3rd Tremain’s Bonitos Companeros First Class (Imp Deu)

Res Bacon’s Frondil Martha Chance at Timbric

VHC Sharp-Dixon & Reyes’ Mitapip Blossom

Open (8, 2)

1st Robb, Chapman & Ireland’s Ch Ellemich Good Trouble with Gleniren. 2-year-old Blenheim bitch who took my eye immediately and went on to be my best bitch. She excels in overall breed type, with a beautiful outline that is both elegant and compact. Her head is exquisite - feminine and well-cushioned with large, dark, expressive eyes that radiate the desired gentle, melting expression. Lovely reach of neck flowing into well-laid shoulders, level topline, and correctly carried tail, all contributing to a picture of complete balance. Shown in gleaming condition with a richly marked, silky coat. She moved with drive and grace, holding her shape at all times and responding attentively to her handler. A quality exhibit who is full of type and charisma, and a pleasure to judge. BCC and Best Opposite Sex.

2nd Chapman’s Eikandi Amaretto at Daltonian. 3-year-old ruby. A pretty and eye-catching bitch who impressed on the day. Animated and alert, she showed a lovely rapport with her handler and never stopped showing. Feminine head with dark, expressive eyes and soft expression. Compact and well-proportioned with a pleasing outline, she moved soundly and confidently with good reach and drive. Presented in lovely condition and handled well. Called back in to challenge for the RBCC.

3rd Fox’s Brymarden Scarlet for Lynmily

Res Bacon’s Frondil Martha Chance at Timbric

VHC Richardson’s Kringleholme Corvette

Veteran (3, 0)

1st Colavecchia’s Carolus Miss Elsie. 7½-year-old Blenheim bitch who stood out for her beautiful breed type and classic outline. Gorgeous head with large, dark, expressive eyes, well-cushioned foreface, and flat skull. Well set ears framed her face perfectly. Good pigment, excellent bone and a balanced, feminine frame with sound construction and good angulation. Moved steadily and soundly. A stylish and elegant veteran in super condition who thoroughly deserved her placing. Happy to award her Best Veteran in Breed.

2nd Gow’s Grajenco Macchiato at Lyncraeg. Almost 10-year-old ruby, still showing wonderful enthusiasm and charm. Pretty head with melting expression, dark eyes and soft features. Nicely presented with a rich, flowing coat. Moved well with a level topline and good tail carriage. A lovely golden oldie full of breed type and personality.

3rd Danks’ Turretbank Fairytale

Special Beginners (6, 0)

1st Taylor’s Luvtayls Fireflash Rose. 2½-year-old Blenheim with rich, well-broken markings and a pretty, feminine head. She is well constructed with correct angulation, a level topline, and lovely proportions. She moved out happily and with purpose, free-moving and elegant in action. Very attentive to her handler and beautifully presented. A lovely example of the breed who clearly enjoys her time in the ring. I was pleased to award her Best Special Beginner in Breed and she went on to achieve Toy Special Beginner Group 2.

2nd Corner’s Delaby Yorkshire Rose. 21-month-old tricolour bitch, presented in immaculate condition. She has a pretty, feminine head with dark, expressive eyes and a soft expression. Well constructed and nicely proportioned, she moved out with energy and enthusiasm. Very animated and full of personality - she was a real showgirl who clearly loved being in the ring and never stopped showing.

3rd Graham’s Aidanmoss Bella

Res Bennett’s Rishtte I’m Tanisha of Remmya JW

VHC Hamilton & Hogg’s Invincible Angel Magic Oak at Hamhoggs (Imp Pol)

Good Citizen Dog Scheme (2, 0)

1st Leaver’s Revaelann Scrumptious. 4½-year-old Blenheim bitch. A beautifully feminine and elegant exhibit. Lovely head with large, dark eyes and good cushioning giving a gentle expression. Well balanced and compact in shape, with correct angulation and a level topline. Presented in gleaming condition and never stopped showing - happy, animated, and totally attentive to her handler. Moved soundly with drive and fluidity, completing a truly eye-catching picture. A lovely example of both the breed and the spirit of the Good Citizen Dog Scheme. Shortlisted to final four in the challenge.

2nd Graham’s Aidanmoss Bella. 2½-year-old Blenheim bitch of lovely type, shown in good condition. She has a lovely feminine head with a soft, melting expression, large dark eyes set well apart, enough fill below the eyes and good pigment. Compact in build and soundly constructed. She was beautifully schooled - attentive, responsive, and clearly well trained, as I would wish to see in this class. Moved steadily and confidently with a wagging tail, showcasing her happy temperament.