Midland Counties Canine Society

Midland Counties Canine Society

Friday 24th October 2025

Dogue de Bordeaux – Judge Miss Kirsty Biggs (Cerisier)

Thank you to Midland Counties committee for inviting me to judge at this wonderful show. A fabulous show, with fantastic big rings.

My thanks to my stewards Andy & Sue Forman, it’s always lovely to see a friendly face when judging, especially when you know how efficient they are.

Lastly my thanks to the exhibitors for their entries and accepting my decisions with such great sportsmanship.

Dogue De Bordeaux - Puppy Dog

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1ST Willsanburg Zero Fox Given (Mrs K Jones)

10mth old, well-developed young male showing excellent breed type. Strong, masculine head with good breadth and depth, correct stop, and well-defined wrinkle. Neck is strong and well-muscled, flowing into a solid topline. Chest developing nicely with good width and depth, forequarters showing promising bone and substance. Shoulders well laid back. Rear angulation balanced, with good muscle tone. Movement was sound and purposeful, showing drive from the rear and good reach in front. Coat in good condition and well presented. BPD

Dogue De Bordeaux - Junior Dog

Entries: 2 Absentees: 0

1st Parker Bernaux De Picardi at Khadeaux (Imp Pol) (Miss D Sheppard)

A medium-sized male of excellent overall balance and proportion, showing maturity appropriate for his age. Strong, masculine head with a well-defined stop and broad skull. The black mask enhances his expression. Muzzle is broad and deep with correct lip placement and pigmentation. Dentition is strong with a correct bite. Neck is muscular and well-arched, flowing smoothly into a level topline. Chest is deep and broad, with well-sprung ribs and good forechest development. Hindquarters are muscular with good angulation, allowing for powerful rear drive. Movement was steady and purposeful, showing good reach and drive, maintaining balance throughout. Presented in fit condition and handled well. RBD

2ND Nesaluma Atomboy (Mrs S & Mrs E Bailey)

A raw just 12mth male still very much growing into his frame but showing promising breed characteristics. Head is broad with a good skull-to-muzzle ratio, though still needing time to fully mature and fill. Neck is strong and clean, leading into a developing topline that should strengthen with age. Chest is beginning to broaden, with good depth for age, and forequarters show adequate bone and substance. Rear angulation is correct, though muscle tone is still developing. Movement was loose at times but showed drive and reach when settled.

Dogue De Bordeaux - Post Graduate Dog

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1ST Bourgeoisie Chase N'status (Mrs G Mott)

A medium-build male showing good overall breed type and balance, though still maturing in key areas. Head is broad with a well-defined stop and correct skull-to-muzzle proportions. Expression is alert and confident, with well-set eyes and correctly placed ears of good size. Muzzle is wide and deep, showing strength and correct lip placement. Dentition is strong with a correct bite. Neck is muscular and clean. Chest is developing well, with good depth and forechest beginning to broaden. Forequarters are straight and well-boned and correctly angled shoulders. Hindquarters are strong with good muscle tone. Movement is steady and balanced, moving with reach and drive. Presented in excellent condition and handled confidently.

Dogue De Bordeaux - Open Dog

Entries: 3 Absentees: 2

1ST Bourgeoisie Back to Black (Miss S & Mr T Mcginty & Grice)

A mature young male, presenting with excellent breed type and balance. Head is broad and powerful, with a well-defined stop. His black mask adds depth to his expression, which is confident and alert, with well-set, expressive eyes and correctly placed ears. Muzzle is deep and wide, showing strength and correct lip placemen, with good upsweep of chin. Neck is muscular and clean. Chest is broad and deep, with a well-developed forechest and good rib spring. Forequarters are straight and well-boned. Hindquarters are strong and well-muscled, providing excellent drive. Movement is sound and purposeful, showing reach in front and drive from the rear. Presented in excellent condition and handled well. BD & BOS

Dogue De Bordeaux - Puppy Bitch

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1ST Willsanburg It Is What It Is (Mrs K Jones)

10mth old, promising puppy with excellent breed type and presence. Strong, well-proportioned head with good breadth and depth, showing correct stop and expressive eyes. Muzzle developing nicely. Ears well set and carried close to the cheeks. Neck is strong and muscular, flowing into a well-laid shoulder. Chest developing well for age, showing good width and depth. Straight front with tight feet and strong pasterns. Topline is level and firm, with a nicely rounded croup and correct tail set. Moved with confidence and purpose, showing good reach and drive for a youngster. Maintained balance and composure throughout. A very promising puppy who should mature well. BPIB

Dogue De Bordeaux - Junior Bitch

Entries: 2 Absentees: 1

1ST Pasya Bernaux De Picardi avec Nesaluma (Imp Pol) (Mrs S & Mrs E Bailey)

20mth Black mask bitch showing excellent breed type and presence. Strong, feminine head with correct proportions and a well-defined stop. Muzzle is broad and deep with good pigmentation. Neck is muscular and well arched, leading into a broad, well-laid shoulder. Chest is deep and wide, showing good forechest and rib development. Straight front with strong bone and tight feet. Topline is firm, with a slight rise over the croup and a correctly set tail. She is maturing nicely, with good overall balance and construction. Movement is a little loose at present, particularly in the rear, but shows potential as she continues to strengthen and develop. Maintains her profile well on the move, with a steady and composed gait. Coat is in excellent condition, well presented. A promising girl with much to offer as she continues to mature.

 Dogue De Bordeaux - Post Graduate Bitch

Entries: 5 Absentees: 1

1ST Bourgeoisie Bon Vivant (Mr S & Mrs A Powell)

23mth old bitch. Presents with a strong, feminine head, good breadth and depth of skull, and well-defined stop. Moderate wrinkle with typical expression. Muzzle is broad and balanced, with correct lip placement and good upsweep of chin. Straight front with strong bone and tight feet. Chest is deep and wide, showing good forechest and rib development. Shows slightly more maturity in overall development, particularly in body depth and muscle tone. Her topline is firm, and she moves with purpose and balance, showing good reach and drive.

2ND Bourgeoisie Vue Parfait (Mrs G Mott)

23mth Black masked bitch. Litter sister to 1st. Similar in type and construction but just lacks the maturity and finish of her sibling at this stage. She is developing well, with good bone and proportions, and moved soundly. Her potential is clear, and with time she should continue to mature nicely.

3RD Rawlegends Diamond Queen (Ms H De Silva)

RES Kenzduo Glad All over with Nesaluma (Mrs S & Mrs E Bailey)

Dogue De Bordeaux - Open Bitch

Entries: 5 Absentees: 1

1ST Tissie's Red Dawn (Miss J L Judd)

A superb example of the breed at peak maturity. This bitch commands attention with her balanced proportions, powerful presence, and unmistakable breed type. Her head is broad and well-defined, with just the right amount of wrinkle. Muzzle is strong and well-formed, with excellent lip placement and pigmentation. Eyes are expressive and well set, contributing to that typical foreboding expression. Neck is muscular and well arched, flowing into a broad, well-laid shoulder. Chest is deep and wide, with excellent forechest and rib development. Straight front with substantial bone and tight, well-padded feet. Topline is firm and level, with a strong loin and correctly set tail. Her movement is outstanding—purposeful, fluid, and powerful, with excellent reach and drive. She maintained her profile effortlessly on the move, showing strength and soundness from all angles. Presented in excellent condition, with a rich coat and clear muscle definition. A pleasure to judge. BB & BOB

2ND Aibrean Legacy at Rougerocco (Mrs L Holland)

A younger bitch of excellent type, showing great promise and quality. Feminine head with correct proportions, good breadth and depth, and a well-defined stop. Eyes are expressive and alert, contributing to a confident overall impression. Body construction is sound, with a well-laid shoulder, developing chest, and strong bone. Topline is firm, She moved with purpose and balance, showing good reach and drive. At this stage, she is maturating exactly as one would want. Her structure and movement suggest excellent potential. Presented in good condition and handled well. A very promising young bitch who should continue to develop into a strong contender as she matures.

3RD Bourgeoisie Avada Kedavra (Ms L Mott)

RES Bourgeoisie Here Comes Edna (Mr S & Mrs A Powell)

Dogue De Bordeaux - Veteran Bitch

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1ST Willsanburgh's Simply The Best at Rougerocco (Mrs L Holland)

9yr old bitch. Feminine yet powerful in appearance, with a well-proportioned head showing correct breadth and depth, expressive and gentle eyes. Muzzle of good shape with correct lip placement Body shows the maturity and substance expected at this age, with a broad chest, strong bone, and excellent ribbing. Topline is still firm. Feet remain tight and well-padded, and her overall condition is a credit to her owner. What is most impressive is her exceptional movement—still fluid, purposeful, and balanced, with good reach and drive. She moves with ease and confidence, belying her age and demonstrating excellent conformation and soundness. She is a credit to her breeding and care, and a joy to judge. BVIB

Dogue De Bordeaux - Special Beginners Bitch

Entries: 1 Absentees: 0

1ST Rawlegends Diamond Queen (Ms H De Silva)

A well-structured young bitch with pleasing proportions and a strong, feminine head typical of the breed. Her expression is alert, and she shows good bone and substance throughout. Movement, when she chose to cooperate, was sound and true, with a powerful rear drive and steady front action. However, her performance in the ring was notably affected by a reluctance to engage with her handler. The handler showed patience but lacked the assertiveness and technique needed to bring out the best settle and perform to her full potential. I would encourage ringcraft, which will undoubtedly enhance future potential. BSB