City Of Birmingham Canine Association

My thanks to the City of Birmingham for this wonderful appointment. Also thanks to all the Beardie exhibitors who entered, I was delighted with the entry of 85 dogs and I enjoyed judging each one.

Firstly, the quality was outstanding, breeders should be so proud of what they are producing, in most classes the standard was exceptional, to the point that I was placing dogs 3rd, 4th and VHC which were of CC quality and others leaving the ring too. I was ‘nit picking’ between placements and decisions were so close on so many occasions.

Secondly, the presentation of the dogs; simply stunning. I didn’t feel one knot, all coats were clean and in the main product free, a little trimming was seen yet nothing which altered the outline of the dog, just some tidy feet was noticeable and this I took into consideration. In the main I had naturally presented, groomed, spotlessly clean, harsh double coated beardies who really looked like they were prepared to the very highest of standards. I know the amount of time it takes to keep coats so really appreciate the effort you all made.

Thirdly, temperaments; not one dog was stand-offish, not one showing anything but a happy-go-lucky inquisitive attitude. All were happy to be handled, all moved on loose leads and seemed to be enjoying their time in the ring, again testament to good breeding and owners training their dogs in a positive manner in which they accept the ring situation.

Lastly, fitness and condition; most dogs were in tip top condition, muscled and fit. Just be careful not to confuse lean with thin. Fitness extended to the handlers too - I moved exhibits plenty and the handlers all kept up!

BEST OF BREED : 710 SALMON, Mrs Jennifer & SALMON, Mr William Potterdale Heritage ShCEx

Dog CC : 710 SALMON, Mrs Jennifer & SALMON, Mr William Potterdale Heritage ShCEx

Res Dog CC : 683 LEWIS, Mrs Janet & LEWIS, Mr Michael Potterdale Platnum Jubilee

Bitch CC : 653 BURGON, Mrs Lyndsay & BURGON, Mr Andrew Corimist Caissa At Lyngem JW

Res Bitch CC : 719 WALDRON, Ms Justine & GRAY, Ms Alice There's Something About De Chester At Snowmead (im

Best Puppy : 682 LEWIS, Mrs Janet & LEWIS, Mr Michael Potterdale Prime Legacy

Best Veteran : 662 COPE, Mrs B & KEMP, Mrs Christine Ch Scalbeck Sophistication At Menander

Best Junior : 712 SEWELL, Mrs M Victime D Amour De Chester With Kemelstowe (imp Fr

Best Special Beginner : 679 JENKINSON, Ms S Irisaddition Victorious With Ellishar JW

Class 371 SBD (1 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 655 BUSWELL, Mrs Anne Chelsasa Private Eye On Scotesham, what an eye catching Beardie to start the day. An 11mth puppy showing much promise and enjoying his time in the ring. Beautiful brown puppy coat covered his toned body. Good pigment, correct length of neck leading onto a level topline. Adequate angulation and moved freely. Once he settles he’ll really be able to show himself off to his advantage.

Class 372 VD (3 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 709 SALMON, Mrs Jennifer & SALMON, Mr William Ch Potterdale Piper. What a cracking gent, stunning example of the breed and showing no sign of age. Spot on head proportions, good neck, front angulation is a delight and a topline which doesn’t falter. Covered in the most wonderful of coats. BVD, he withdrew from Best Veteran In Breed

2nd: 705 ROBERTSON, Mr & Mrs R&M Arranbrae Laird Of Quothquan JW – Another nice lad at 9 years old. Such an expressive eye. Masculine without being coarse. Lovely hash jacket covered his toned body. Moved around the ring in harmony with his handler.

Class 373 MPD (3 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 682 LEWIS, Mrs Janet & LEWIS, Mr Michael Potterdale Prime Legacy. Super youngster as you would expect from this kennel. He’s full of himself and so he should be, the most endearing of inquisitive expressions, his head proportions are textbook, correct bite, eye, pigment. Strong neck leading into a balanced body, level topline and the required angulation both front and rear, he’s covered in the most wonderful of puppy coats to finish off the picture too. On the move this boy just excels; he’s got reach and drive and can cover the ground easily. His movement is a joy to watch. The bitch puppy pushed him hard for Best Puppy however he deserved top honours and followed on to win the Puppy Group under pastoral specialist Derek Smith and then topped his weekend with RBPIS under the renowned Paul Wilkinson. Well done - I sense bigger wins coming his way.

2nd: 692 OSBORNE, Mrs Susan & OSBORNE, Mr Michael Potterdale Prime Edition, brother to the winner and many similar attributes. Darker coat with classic beardie markings. Nice topline, correct angulation and moved lovely around the ring, I’m sure he’ll have a bright future too.

3rd: 654 BURGON, Mrs Lyndsay & BURGON, Mr Andrew & BURGON, Talraz Drumbeat For Lyngem

Class 374 PD (2 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 655 BUSWELL, Mrs Anne Chelsasa Private Eye On Scotesham - see SBD

2nd: 654 BURGON, Mrs Lyndsay & BURGON, Mr Andrew & BURGON, Talraz Drumbeat For Lyngem, a happy and endearing puppy who seemed to enjoy his time in the ring. He’s quite raw and Bambi-like being all legs, his topline was level on stance however roaches slightly on the move, this said he’s got time on his side and needs to use it to develop and mature through his puppy months.

Class 375 JD (4 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 659 COLLINS, Mrs Sarah Jane Full Of The Dickens Winner Takes It All For Kingswood - what a smashing youngster who is just so lovely to go over. He’s immature in coat, as expected in junior but it was harsh and immaculately presented. His body is balanced with a level topline, good croup and tail set. His head is still developing yet he’s got a scissor bite and lovely dark eyes. He covered the ground easily and shows much promise.

2nd: 657 CARTER, Miss J Memorylane Emotions In Motion For Ravenswyre (imp). On first look he was my winner and I had to remind myself I was judging a junior class as he’s so mature in body and his coat is quite remarkable! He’s beautiful on stance, not so long with a level topline, short loin and gentle croup. His head and expression is just super, dark pigment, correct bite, nice eyes, good stop and correct head proportions. On the move he had the required reach and super drive, he covered the ground easily, however on the odd occasion he appeared to dip on his front, it wasn’t constant and maybe he wasn’t happy on the carpet, but unfortunately, I couldn’t award him first today.

3rd: 702 REYNOLDS, Mrs Joy & REYNOLDS, Mr Charlie Beabeardies Blue Velvet – really liked this boys outline and shape with such an eye catching coat colour, it almost shined yet retained its correct texture.

Class 376 YD (2 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 659 COLLINS, Mrs Sarah Jane Full Of The Dickens Winner Takes It All For Kingswood - as Junior

2nd: 650 BOWDEN, Mrs S E & BOWDEN, Miss C E Subessen The Wonder Of You. Immature, well presented harsh coat. Not the strongest of boys but he’s got time and he’s clearly masculine. Super topline, both stood and on the move. Beautiful pigment and eye colour toning with his blue coat. Just preferred the length of the winner.

Class 377 GD (2 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 674 HOLLOWELL, Miss Elise & HACKETT, Ms Pauline Capelaw Nathaniel - really like this chap - is outline was so typical and he was presented naturally, there wasn’t an ounce of trimming, even his feet were natural and I admire his owner for showing that a super dog doesn’t need to be trimmed. His coat was still impeccably clean and harsh and it covered his body perfectly to show off his shape. Super outline, good neck and chest, level topline and gentle croup. Nice rear angulation which gave him drive from the rear. He was just carrying a touch of weight today, however easily rectified for a future show. A super understated boy - I hope others will appreciate him too.

2nd: 650 BOWDEN, Mrs S E & BOWDEN, Miss C E Subessen The Wonder Of You - as Yearling

Class 378 PGD (4 Entries) Abs: 1

A difficult class with three lovely boys who all shone for slightly different reasons.

1st: 680 JONES, Mrs S B & JONES, Mr K.R. Clanwillow Crown And Glory – two-year-old lad who was in tip top body condition. He won the class on his movement, I felt he had the correct angulation both front and rear. He’s masculine with a strong head without being coarse, dark pigment, beautiful expression too. Well proportioned throughout.

2nd: 643 AXFORD, Mrs & Mr K & R & AXFORD, Miss J Bramblemead Bollinger Boy JW – not the bone of 1st or 3rd but his body was well muscled and he certainly was fit. Coat was of good quality although not the quantity of the others in the class.

3rd: 721 WEBB, Mrs J & WEBB, Mr L Eltimaris Hip Hip Hooray. Really liked him too, correct angulation, good head, correct proportions with short loin, I feel he would benefit from being moved a little faster to really show off his movement. Super coat.

Class 379 LD (5 Entries) Abs: 1

What a fantastic class of Beardies.

1st: 683 LEWIS, Mrs Janet & LEWIS, Mr Michael Potterdale Platnum Jubilee. Oh my goodness - what a dog, what a mover, what a stylish beardie who is a delight to go over from head to tail. What’s not to like about this lad…his head is of correct proportions, he’s got dark brown eyes, dark pigment, correct bite and strong muzzle with good under jaw. He’s got a muscular neck leading into correctly placed shoulders and super front (and rear) angulation which really makes him move out and cover the ground with ease. He’s from the top drawer. Res CC and pushed the CC winner hard!

2nd: 656 BUTCHER, Miss Sara Sylvabrae Newtons Law. Another super boy - what a fit and well muscled Beardie and covered in the most fabulous of coats. He’s got a lovely depth to his chest, good front angulation, level topline and nice spring to his rib, he floats around the ring and covers the ground effortlessly. Certainly a winning dog and held his own in this tough class.

3rd: 726 WOOLLEY, Mr Richard Glenn & WOOLLEY, Mrs Linda Aratika Dust Frm A Distnt Sun - a special mention for this lovely lad. He has the most wonderful expressions with the kindest of eyes which were so endearing. Lovely proportions and such super rear drive on the move. He just didn’t appear to be feeling it on the day but that doesn’t take away from him being a beautiful Beardie. Rest in Peace Moss.

Class 380 OD (8 Entries) Abs: 1

This quality class of Beardies which was bittersweet to judge - I loved them, all credit to their breeders and owners for having such wonderful examples of the breed.

1st: 710 SALMON, Mrs Jennifer & SALMON, Mr William Potterdale Heritage ShCEx - just a stunning example of the breed and textbook Beardie from nose to tail - he’s so masculine without any coarseness, his head is balanced with correct proportions teamed with dark pigment, correct bite and expressive eyes. He’s got a strong muscular neck set on good shoulders with correct front angulation which gives the required reach. His topline is level, good spring of rib and short loin. His rear angulation is super, teamed with muscle and low set hocks he really drives around the ring. His coat is immaculately presented, harsh and really emphases his outline. Delighted to award him the CC and BOB, great to see him shortlisted in the Pastoral Group. Well done.

2nd: 666 GLASSPOOL, Mrs D & GRAY, Miss Alice Ungaro De Chester - it wasn’t a clear second place for this handsome chap. A super Beardie from another renowned kennel. He’s got the most beautiful of heads teamed with dark pigment and bright eyes which draw you in. He’s got all the required attributes; front angulation, good neck, well muscled, conditioned and super coat presentation. He’s balanced and moves easily around the ring - I considered him hard for the RCC however just on the final move didn’t feel he moved as effortlessly as he did in this class.

3rd: 717 TIBBETTS, Mr J J Garrity & Miss A E Ch Potterdale Andante - an easy champion, super shape, correct angulation and moved so well. A classy boy.

Res: 698 PEDDER, Mrs A Ch Saint Laurent De Chester At Caldermist (imp Fra) delightful gent, presented and handled to perfection and held his own in this class

VHC: 673 HOLLIS, Mr A Adjucet Tale As Old As Time - loved his outline and super effortless movement.

Class 381 GCD (1 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 721 WEBB, Mrs J & WEBB, Mr L Eltimaris Hip Hip Hooray - see PDG

Class 382 SBB (4 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 679 JENKINSON, Ms S Irisaddition Victorious With Ellishar JW – such a feminine girl with the most delightful of expressions. Balanced outline, level topline, nice turn of stifle and rear angulation. Would have just preferred a touch more length to her ribs. She is covered in a beautifully presented coat and really shows herself off. Well handled. BSBIB

2nd: 684 MACDONALD, Mrs Linda Corimist All That Glitters – what a sweetie, loved her eye and expression. Coat a little in between but what she had was well presented. Another who could move and had lovely ring presence when she did. Just preferred the topline of the winner.

3rd: 688 MITCHELL, Ms Pamela Beabeardies Grace Kelly – a young girl, but again showing promise, ultra feminine with a super expression.

Class 383 VB (11 Entries) Abs: 3

What wonderful girls, all in their older years but still in their prime - such a lovely class to judge.

1st: 662 COPE, Mrs B & KEMP, Mrs Christine Ch Scalbeck Sophistication At Menander. Loved her. At 9yo she shows no sign of veteran. Super feminine head, correct length of muzzle, nice length of neck leading onto a level topline. Required angulation both front and rear to really show off that ground covering movement. Best Veteran In Breed

2nd: 671 HOLLIS, Mr A Pretty Bear Wild Flower Mit Adjucet. I’m not sure why this girl isn’t a champion, teamed with her balanced head, body and super silhouette and then covered in the most amazing of brown coats she is just a delight. Her rear drive cannot be ignored; she floats around the ring effortlessly – she really was an outstanding girl. Seriously this girl is 12yo –never!

3rd: 725 WOOLLEY, Mr Richard Glenn & WOOLLEY, Mrs Linda Malandex Xpressly Sweet With Aratika VW. What a lovely rich brown colour this feminine girl is. Beautiful head and expression on this show girl,

Res: 669 HARKIN, Mrs M E Corimist Galway Girl At Claudalla. Ultra feminine girl, balance pretty head and beautifully presented immaculate coat.

VHC: 658 COLLINS, Mrs Sarah Jane Ch Luna De Chester At Kingswud (Imp) Fra JW – super girl, loved her outline and she moved so well around the ring.

Class 384 MPB (2 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 681 LEWIS, Mr Mike & LEWIS, Mrs Janet & MORELAND, Mrs Potterdale Prime Rose – similar stamp to her winning brothers. Feminine with a super outline which is balanced and cover in a super young coat! She is full of puppy life and so enjoyed her time in the ring with her sympathetic handler. On the stance she has a lovely outline, and on the move she really shines. That rear angulation, low hock and super driving movement. She’ll be fun to show and win with! Pipped to BPB by a more mature puppy.

Class 385 PB (2 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 701 PEIRSON, Mr & Mrs G & L Kiltondale Miley Cyrus – wow, what a little cracker! Almost 12mths and such a show girl. Ultra feminine throughout, so well-schooled and put on a foot perfect performance. Super head proportions, correct scissor bite, lovely muzzle and underjaw, correct eyes. Nice neck leading onto a level topline which never faulted on the stance or the move. On the move she really was a show off. Super drive from low set hocks and required rear angulation. Super youngster and certainly going to be a winner. BPB

Class 386 JB (10 Entries) Abs: 1

Loved this class of promising youngsters.

1st: 712 SEWELL, Mrs M Victime D Amour De Chester With Kemelstowe (imp Fra) Best Junior in Breed and I can see a shining future for her. Just out of puppy yet put on a polished performance. Such a lovely outline, showing that required length, level topline both on the stance and move. Correct shoulder placement and required front angulation and matching rear which really lends to her flowing movement.

2nd: 699 PEDDER, Mrs A Nobility Sent With Love To Caldermist (imp Deu) JW Such a pretty brown girl with a super sweet expression and correct pigment. Level topline with good croup and tail set. She stands well and is handled to get the very best from her.

3rd: 660 COOPER, Miss A R Tybury's Origin Of Hope. Ultra feminine junior girl, nice length to her body, level topline and good angulation. Lovely eye-catching coat colour which should be beautiful once mature.

Class 387 YB (4 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 714 SKINNER, Mrs Diane Valkyrie De Chester At Tamjenta (imp Fra) JW – Such a feminine girl with a balanced head with dark pigment and soulful eyes. Spot on topline both stood and on the move. Coat of excellent quality for her age. Moved nicely around the ring.

2nd: 675 HORNE, Miss Jennifer Potterdale Solitaire Of Mintaria – dark girl with full white collar. Length of her body coming from her well sprung ribs and short loin. She moved really well just tended to hold her head a touch too high at times.

3rd: 707 ROBERTSON, Mr & Mrs R&M Quothquan Aylyth

Class 388 GB (11 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 649 BIRD, Mrs S & BIRD, Miss E V Wre Write The Stars From Noonie Bears With Bridus – super side gait and clean movement both coming and going won her this class. Straight front with correct shoulders, good bone and in toned condition. Her head is feminine and balanced, super dark pigment and lovely expressive eyes with strong teeth and correct bite.

2nd: 668 HARCOURT-BROWN, Mrs B Orora's Pearly Princess – certainly a princess and I would expect nothing less from this clever breeder. Super outline, correct neck leading into a level topline which she held on the move. Covered the ground easily with a pleasing side gait. Feminine throughout.

3rd: 697 PEDDER, Mrs A Breaksea Sweet Sensation For Caldermist – correctly constructed girl with a beautiful immaculate hash coat covering her toned body.

Class 389 PGB (3 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 664 FOOKS, Mrs Susan & FOOKS, Mr Michael Moonhill Blissful Dream – blissful indeed, pretty and feminine and she could really move around the ring. Harsh jacket which was presented clean and naturally with no evidence of being trimmed. Level topline at all time, nice spring of rib and short loin. Well handled.

2nd: 695 PATTERSON, Mr S & Mrs J Eltimaris Platinum Pudding JW – nothing pudding like about this smart, lean girl. Super head proportions and expressive eye. Nice depth to her chest with a straight front. Level topline and nice croup. Harsh coat covered her balanced body, just preferred movement of winner.

Class 390 LB (11 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 653 BURGON, Mrs Lyndsay & BURGON, Mr Andrew Corimist Caissa At Lyngem JW. What a well-polished and handled girl. She is feminine from head to tail; presented immaculately with the most wonderful of coats which just shines yet has the required correct harsh texture. She is balance and on the stance really stood out. Broad flat skull with strong muzzle and good underjaw. Strong pigment, correct bite and beautifully expressive, affectionate eyes. She has good bone, the required front angulation teamed with well-turned stifle and low hocks – all resulting in smooth effortless movement. She flowed around the ring in the challenge - she is Top Class - delighted to award her the BCC.

2nd: 720 WALDRON, Ms Justine & GRAY, Ms Alice Une Histoire D'amour De Chester With Snowmead – quality throughout, dark pigment, expressive eyes and balanced head with correct stop, her head proportions are spot on and she is so feminine. Eye catching markings with a full harsh jacket covering her toned body. Correct front and rear angulation and she really covered the ground well. Delightful.

3rd: 690 O'BRIEN, Mrs Susan & O'BRIEN, Mr W Another Posh Frock At Sammara JW – such a fabulous girl, balanced throughout, super topline on the stance and move. Covered the ground easily.

Class 391 OB (7 Entries) Abs: 1

1st: 719 WALDRON, Ms Justine & GRAY, Ms Alice There's Something About De Chester At Snowmead – there is definitely more than just ‘something’ about this girl, she demands to be looked at in the ring. Balanced head and body, good neck, level topline and on the move she continues to impress. Her movement is effortless; she covers the ground with long strides. She has the correct front and rear angulation, low set hocks, well-muscled and moved at just the correct speed to make her so efficient in the ring. RCC and pushed the CC winner hard.

2nd: 661 COPE, Mrs B Ch Menander Special Edition – Another super girl who has the wow factor. Feminine with such expressive eyes. Broad head, strong muzzle and good underjaw. Level topline held on the move and again another super mover who easily covered the ground.

3rd: 672 HOLLIS, Mr A Adjucet My Girl – super brown girl who was a picture both stood and on the move – and her coat is just perfection!

Class 392 GCB (2 Entries) Abs: 0

1st: 679 JENKINSON, Ms S Irisaddition Victorious With Ellishar JW – see SBB

2nd: 684 MACDONALD, Mrs Linda Corimist All That Glitters – see SBB