Kirkcaldy & District Canine Club

Akita Open (4, 2abs)

2 very nice specimens in this class.

1st Davies’ Sensha Big Dreams at Shinzam - ultra feminine bitch presenting a picture of balance. Smaller in frame against her male kennelmate as expected but still demonstrating substance and power. Head large and proportionate, flat skull, broad with a definite stop. Strong, powerful muzzle of good length. Well developed cheeks, well pigmented nose and lips. Small, almond shaped eye, dark, well set giving pleasing expression. Neat, triangular ears of correct set. Well crested, strong neck flowing into correct shoulder placement. Forelegs straight and of strong bone. In excellent muscular condition throughout, good depth of chest with enough forechest. Level topline carried at all times, short, firm loin. Hindquarters strong and sound matching angles of fore. Tail large and full carried over her back and set high. Moved soundly from all angles with powerful and purposeful strides. BOB & Group 2

2nd Davies’ Ch Redwitch This Is Me at Shinzam - 5 year old male, as masculine as the bitch was feminine and not surprised to see he has his crown. A very worthy champion. Powerful and upstanding with a balanced outline, well sized with plenty of substance. Handsome head of good proportions, flat, broad skull, muzzle of good length, strong. Cheeks well developed, large black nose. Dark, almond shaped eyes of good set and size, full of attitude. Small ears, triangular and well set. Strong, thick, muscular neck, not quite the crest of 1st. Moderately laid shoulders, strong forelegs of quality bone. Solid body, well ribbed back with good spring, level topline, strong, firm loin. Moderate hindquarters with well developed thighs. Moved steadily and soundly.

Dalmatian Junior (2, 1abs)

1st Dewcroft’s Joubello Heaven Sent - Handsome 17 month old black & white spotted male. Skull flat and broad with strong, proportionate muzzle, clean fitting lips. Eyes of medium size, oval, colour harmonising with coat colour and giving intelligent expression. Ears of good set, shape and size. Enough neck into a decent lay of shoulder, straight forelegs with quality bone. Chest still to develop, looking slightly leggy today but plenty of time to mature in body. Well sprung ribs carried well back, firm loin. Hind angles matching those of his fore. Moved steadily.

Dalmatian Open (5, 3abs)

1st Grant’s Kevin Dude Of The Glen at Bevahalli - Liver & White male of good size and substance. Masculine head with handsome expression, head of decent proportions, flat, broad skull, moderate stop with muzzle of good length. Eyes well sized, amber, of correct set with well pigmented eye rims. Correct ear set. Good neck fitting into well laid shoulders. Forelegs straight with good bone. Could have a little more forechest. Nice body proportions and well muscled throughout, ribs well sprung and carried well back, muscular loin, level topline kept at all times. Hindquarters strong and sound. Moved well from all angles.

2nd Dewcroft’s Dvojica Countess Caledonia - another liver spotted, this one a 9 year old bitch who is an absolute credit to her owners. In super condition and defying her years. Balanced outline, well sized with good substance. Pretty head of good proportions, eyes of correct set, size and amber colour giving an intelligent expression. Nice amount of neck into a sound front assembly, straight forelegs, good depth of chest and round tight feet. Well ribbed back with good spring, muscular loin, good topline. Hindquarters sound with good bend to stifles and low set hocks. Moved a little close behind. Delighted to also award her 1st in AV Utility Veteran and see her go Res. BVIS - very well done!

Boston Terrier Open (2)

1st Scott’s Ch Aprika Fargo at Rudino JW - My star of the day and one I have admired previously. There is nothing to hide on a Boston and this one ticks so many boxes for me. Striking, typy outline, so well balanced, of good size and substance. Ultra feminine head and expression, flat, square skull, clean forehead, definite stop. Muzzle short and square with broad underjaw, well developed flews. Nose well pigmented. Eyes dark, round and set well apart giving a pleasing expression. Neat, erect ears well set. Neck of good length with slight arch fitting smoothly into a sound front assembly. Shoulders well laid, good depth of chest and straight forelegs, neat feet. Short, compact body with well sprung ribs, short loin, well muscled throughout. Muscular hindquarters of correct angulation, well bent stifles and low set parallel hocks. Moved beautifully from all angles with style and grace. BOB, GROUP 1 and 1st in AV Champion Stakes.

2nd McCallum’s Burlesk Varlove Billy Whizz Bang - 8 month old young man looking very much the baby in this class. Nevertheless a lot to like about him. Good size and substance for age with bags of attitude! Handsome head of good proportions, square, flat skull, short muzzle of good width and depth. Eyes well spaced apart, dark, round and full of mischief. Erect ears, small and neat. Nice amount of neck into well laid shoulders. Still to develop in chest and body as expected at this age. Well sprung ribs, a little longer in loin than 1st. Hindquarters well angulated. Moved well once settled. Also 1st AV Utility Minor Puppy and delighted to see him go RBMPIS

Japanese Shiba Inu Open (3, 1abs)

1st Best-Rawlings’ Red Ashanti Di Poggio Petroio - Handsome male with balanced outline. Good for size, shape and type. Broad, flat skull, defined stop with strong muzzle of good length. Well pigmented nose and eye rims. Lovely dark almond shaped eyes set obliquely. Ears neat and well set, triangular with slight incline. Well crested neck of good length fitting into a sound front assembly. Chest of good depth, forelegs straight and of quality bone, neat, tight cat-like feet. Body of good proportions, well ribbed back with good spring, firm, muscular loin, short with slight tuck up. Hindquarters strong and sound, well muscled with definite bend of stifle and low set parallel hocks. High set tail, well curled over back. Coat of correct texture, clear, vibrant red with correct white markings. Moved soundly and typically from all angles.

2nd Best-Rawlings’ Tapena No Ryuu Tomodachi at Trixwood ShCEx - Another nice male from this kennel, just preferred front and movement of his kennelmate. Good outline and well sized. Head of good proportions, balanced with a pleasing expression. Dark, almond shaped eyes well set. Triangular ears, neat and erect. Enough neck, well crested, and fitting into a moderate lay of shoulder. Well sprung ribs, level topline, short loin. Hindquarters of moderate angles and matching that of fore, well muscled. High set tail of correct carriage. Moved ok.

Lhasa Apso Junior (1)

1st Ritchie’s Cheolview Wallace - A promising 11 month old male puppy who presents a balanced outline, slightly longer than high, good size and substance for age. Lovely head, masculine with sweet expression, short muzzle of correct ratios. Furnishings coming in well. Dark eyes, oval and of good size. Pendant ears. Nice reach of neck into well laid shoulders, straight forelegs, well boned. Good depth of chest for age and well bodied, ribs well sprung and carried well back, strong loin and a level topline. Hindquarters well angulated with good bend of stifle and low set parallel hocks. High set tail with good feathering carried well over back. Moved jauntily with style.

Lhasa Apso Post Graduate (4, 1abs)

1st Ritchie’s Cheolview Arabella - Black & White bitch who won this class on her lovely size and outline. Proportionate head and skull with pretty, feminine expression, well furnished, definite stop, muzzle strong and of correct length. Good bite. Dark, medium sized oval eyes well set in her skull. Pendant ears, well feathered. Neck of good length fitting into a sound front assembly, enough chest, forelegs straight and strong. Compact, balanced body with well sprung ribs, short, firm loin. Sound hindquarters with angulation matching that of her fore. High tailset, well furnished and carried well over her back. Coat of good texture presented well. Moved well from all angles.

2nd Logan’s Spyanki Impulse JW - 2 year old male, just a little too much of him for me, nevertheless, he is well balanced, sturdy and has good substance. Nice head, masculine with good skull to muzzle ratio, strong jaw with tidy, correct bite. Oval, dark eyes, well sized with dark eye rims. Well feathered pendant ears. Good reach of neck, well laid shoulders, nice forechest and well ribbed back. Level topline. Strong and muscular hindquarters with well bent stifles and parallel hocks. Abundant coat of good texture presented well. Moved with purpose and attitude.

3rd Seal’s Lhasenna Lepa Daayan Prue

Lhasa Apso Open (3) - A very nice class

1st Hinshelwood’s Muirfauld Fairy Tale JW - Lovely bitch who just pipped 2nd with her overall finish and outline. Good make and shape with enough substance for her size. Pretty head and expression of good proportions, correct width to underjaw, short, strong muzzle. Dark, oval, medium sized eyes, well placed. Feathered, pendant ears. Elegant neck with good arch flowing gracefully into well laid shoulders, forelegs straight and of quality bone. Nice depth of chest. Sturdy, compact body, well sprung ribs carried well back, short, muscular loin, level topline kept at all times. Good bend to stifles, parallel hocks propelling her on the move. Tail of correct set and carriage. Moved jauntily and freely from all angles.

2nd Logan’s Spyanki Eobard Thawne JW - Different type to 1st and pushed her hard. Another with a good outline. Nicely sized for a male with sturdy, muscular body. Handsome head, masculine with no coarseness, well proportioned skull and muzzle, good width to underjaw. Lovely, dark oval eyes well set and so full of expression. Pendant ears with plenty of feathering. Nice reach of neck into a sound front assembly, good chest and forechest, strong, straight forelegs of quality bone. Compact body, muscular throughout, well ribbed back with good spring, taut, short loin. Level back. Muscular hindquarters with good bend to stifles and parallel hocks. High set tail well carried over back, plenty of furnishings. Moved soundly.

3rd Seal’s Zanamop Jubilee Earl for Lhasenna

Miniature Schnauzer Open (2)

1st Whyte’s Nujax Storm A Brewin - Handsome young man who I have met before. Sturdy, square and compact with a typical outline. Masculine head of good length, broad between ears, flat forehead, straight, strong muzzle with good furnishings and beard. Prominent eyebrows adding to his expression. Dark, oval eyes of correct set and size. Neat little ears, v-shaped and well set. Would like a little more neck, shoulders of adequate angles, straight forelegs of strong bone. Enough chest, solid little body with good muscletone throughout, ribs well sprung and carried well back, short, firm loin. Hindquarters well muscled with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. Harsh jacket presented smartly. Moved soundly.

2nd Black & Black’s Rynuan Sea The Stars with Zaandam - 5 year old pepper and salt, giving his handler a hard time today and not using himself to his best on the move. A well balanced outline, smart and compact, almost square. Head of good proportions, powerful muzzle of good length, jaws strong, well pigmented nose and eye rims. Eyes dark and oval well set in his skull, good earset, v-shaped and of correct size. Better neck than 1st, shoulders well laid and good depth of chest. Compact body, level topline, good spring of rib. Sound hindquarters. Coat of good texture, harsh and smartly presented.

Poodle (Toy) Open (2)

1st Brunton’s Tafari Ta Da It’s Afterglow ShCEx - 4 year old black male. Gassy wee guy who showed himself off well and gave his all to his handler. Presenting an elegant, balanced outline on the stack, well sized. Exquisite headpiece, long and fine with some stop, good chiselling and correct length to muzzle, definite chin. Expressive, dark, almond shaped eyes. Ears set low and framing his handsome face well. Good reach of neck flowing smoothly into well laid shoulders, chest of good depth and forelegs straight with quality bone, neat, tight feet. Compact body of good width throughout, well sprung ribs, broad, firm loin, level topline which he kept at all times. Well developed hindquarters with good angulation propelling him on the move. High set tail of good carriage. Crisp, dense coat, harsh with good curl presented in excellent condition. Moved with style and soundness. BOB & Group 3

2nd Winnington’s Keelmara Queen’s English at Fingolfin - Pretty brown bitch unlucky to meet 1st on such top form. Balanced outline. Good size and substance. Feminine head and expression of good proportions, some chiselling. Eyes well set, colour harmonising with coat colour. Neck of good length fitting into a sound front assembly. Compact body with well sprung ribs, muscular loin. Sound hindquarters. Neat, tight feet. High set tail. Harsh, dense coat presented well. A little unsure of her surroundings today, moved a little close behind.

Tibetan Spaniel Graduate (2)

1st Duncan’s Susu Appley Ever After JW - Striking 11 month old male. Mature for his age and so well schooled by his talented young handler. Well balanced and of good size and proportions. Masculine head developing well, skull slightly rounded, muzzle of correct length with good cushioning and chin. Expressive eyes, dark brown in colour well set in his handsome face. Well pigmented nose and eye rims. Ears of correct set, shape and size with feathering coming in well. Correct dentition. Nice amount of neck fitting into well laid shoulders forelegs of correct bone with slight bowing as desired. Chest still to develop as expected at this age. Good body proportions with well sprung ribs, carried well back. His coat development at the moment tended to make him look a little bum high today but upon further examination his topline is indeed level. Hindquarters strong and sound, angles matching that of his fore. High set tail, well plumed and carried well on the move. Moved well from all angles.

2nd Christie’s Balgay Golden Buzzer - 19 month old male. Another nice exhibit, going through a slight “teenage” stage just now. Lovely head of good proportions, masculine expression, skull slightly domed, definite stop, muzzle of good length and depth with some cushioning. Good chin. Eyes dark with well pigmented eye rims, moderate size, oval and well set. Medium sized, pendant ears with some feathering which he used well. Nice neck into a sound front assembly. Forelegs with correct amount of bowing, well boned. Well sprung ribs, would just like him a shade shorter in loin. Well made hindquarters with moderate angles. High set tail of good carriage and well plumed. Moved ok, just preferred front movement of 1st.

Tibetan Spaniel Open (4, 2abs)

1st Hamilton’s Torfness Hollie Day Romance of Galetibbian - Typy 3 year old bitch who was out of coat today but nevertheless had many positive attributes. Excellent for size, type and construction. Ultra-feminine head, small but proportionate with the rest of her, slightly domed skull of good breadth and depth, definite stop, a well cushioned, blunt muzzle of good width, good chin. Expressive, dark brown, oval eyes well set apart. Dark nose and eye rims. Correct amount of neck flowing into well laid shoulders, forelegs of quality bone, with slight bowing, good hare feet. Correct body proportions, not too long, ribs well sprung and carried well back, loin short and firm, level topline kept at all times. Well developed hindquarters with moderate bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set tail with good plume carried well. Moved positively from all angles. BOB & Group 4

2nd Christie’s Betranna Athos - 4 year old male unlucky to meet 1st today. Well sized and balanced outline of correct proportions. Masculine head and expression, slightly rounded skull of good breadth and length, slight stop, muzzle of correct length with good cushioning, nice width to underjaw and definite chin. Oval, dark eyes of moderate size, very expressive. Pendant ears with good feathering. Nice amount of neck with pronounced mane, sound front assembly. Good depth of chest, well sprung ribs. Muscular hindquarters with moderate angles. High set tail. Coat of correct texture. Tended to pace a little on the move today but went well when settled.

Tibetan Terrier Graduate (2)

1st Ritchie’s Araki The Devil’s Candy JW - Pretty Gold Sable & White bitch of good size and substance. Feminine, pretty head and expression. Medium length of skull, defined stop, strong muzzle of good length and good width to underjaw. Well pigmented nose and eye rims. Round, dark, expressive eyes of good size and set. Pendant, V-shaped ears with good feathering. Good reach of neck into a well laid shoulder. Forelegs straight and of good bone, would just prefer her to be a little higher on leg. Well ribbed back with good spring, firm loin, level topline. Hindquarters sound with correct angles. Large, round, flattish feet. Good tailset and carriage. Coat of correct texture presented well. Moved well from all angles.

2nd Johnston’s Araki Justice Once - 14 month old Gold & White male. Up to size. Square in outline. Preferred neck and size of 1st. Masculine expression, head of good proportions with good length and breadth to skull, strong muzzle of good length, good head furnishings. Dark, large, round eyes. Correct ear set, shape and size. Enough neck into a moderate lay of shoulder, chest developing well, straight forelegs. Round, flat feet. Good spring of rib, carried well back with a firm, short loin. Hind angles moderate and matching that of fore. Moved in a coordinated manner.

Tibetan Terrier Open (4, 1abs)

1st Sinclair’s Araki Shanastra - Black & White male. Sturdy, slightly larger than my ideal but with balanced, square outline. Handsome head of good proportions, skull of good length, some stop, foreface strong with good width to underjaw, parallel head planes. Head well furnished. Nicely pigmented nose and eye rims. Dark brown, round, expressive eyes of correct size and set. Pendant ears with plenty of feathering, v-shaped. Muscular neck of good length carrying head proudly and flowing into a sound front assembly. Well developed chest. Forequarters strong and straight with quality bone. Well ribbed back with good spring, muscular, short loin, level topline. Hindquarters well muscled with well bent stifles and low set parallel hocks. Large, round, flattish feet. Well feathered tail, well curled over his back. Good coat of correct texture, presented well. Moved smoothly and effortlessly covering plenty of ground. BOB

2nd Johnston’s Routenburn Freydis - Pretty bitch, finer throughout than 1st and a little longer in body, just losing her overall squareness of outline. Feminine head and expression, proportionate head, correct skull to muzzle ratio. Foreface of good length, could have a little more width to underjaw. Good bite. Expressive, round, dark eyes. Enough neck, well laid shoulders, good depth to chest and well boned forelegs. Well sprung ribs, level topline, just a little long in loin. Balanced hindquarters. Moved well.

3rd Ritchie’s Dudleyarch Spend A Penny

AV Utility NSC Open (2, 1abs)

1st Wilson’s Izlou Everyday I’m Truffling at Flytesway - Black Male German Spitz Mittle. On the lower end of the measure. Compact and eager to please his handler. Flat skull with enough breadth, wedge shaped with good length to muzzle. Oval eyes of moderate size set obliquely and giving a handsome, pleasant expression. Neat, erect ears which he used well. Would prefer a little more neck, moderate lay of shoulder. Forelegs straight with good bone for his size, neat cat-like feet. Enough forechest, well sprung ribs carried well back, strong loin, level topline. Moderate bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. High set tail well curled over back. Profuse coat of good texture. Moved well.

AV Utility Minor Puppy

1st McCallum’s Burlesk Varlove Billy Whizz Bang

AV Utility Puppy

1st Ritchie’s Cheolview Wallace

2nd Duncan’s Susu Appley Ever After JW

AV Utility Veteran

1st Dewcroft’s Dvojica Countess Caledonia

STAKES

AV Puppy

1st Ryan’s Gallus Midas Touch Into Razcal - Beautiful brown & white Bearded Collie male of 11 months old. Balanced outline with correct height to length ratios, well sized. Masculine, broad, square head, strong muzzle of good length. Expressive eyes of good set and size, colour harmonising with his coat. Arched, muscular neck of good length flowing seamlessly into well laid shoulder, forelegs straight and of quality bone. Chest developing well for age. Good spring of rib, carried well back, strong loin. Level topline held at all times. Hindquarters well angulated with good bend to stifles and low set parallel hocks. Low set tail of good carriage. Correct coat of good texture presented excellently. Moved freely with good reach and drive and ground covering movement.

2nd Ritchie’s Cheolview Wallace

3rd Matthew’s Carvaha Barney Rubble

AV Junior

1st Clubb’s Oroshaza Blanka - Lovely Vizsla bitch who got better and more confident as the class went on. A well balanced outline, good size and substance with nice muscletone throughout. Lean head with good width between ears, slightly tapering muzzle with strong jaws. Oval, medium sized eyes of correct colour giving kind expression. Low set, v-shaped ears. Strong muscular neck of good length fitting into a sound front assembly, straight forelegs of medium bone. Good depth of chest, well sprung ribs, short loin with correct amount of tuck-up. Parallel hindquarters with correct angulation. Tight, strong cat-like feet. Moved with ground covering reach and drive.

2nd Downing-Christie’s Zigouse I Don’t Wanna Wait - Brindle & white Whippet bitch presenting an elegant, balanced outline. Long, lean head with slight stop, muzzle strong and tapering with clean fitting lips. Oval eyes well set and giving a pleasing expression. Small, rose shaped ears. Reachy, muscular neck, well arched and flowing into well laid shoulders. Forelegs straight and slender of quality bone. Good depth of chest, ribs carried well back and muscular loin with defined tuck-up. Hindquarters muscular and sound. Moved typically and soundly.

3rd Lawrie’s Inverella Hugo Boss

AV Open

1st Wallwork’s Braefell Blackthorn JW - Super young Weimaraner dog of champion quality. Well balanced outline, good size for a male, well muscled throughout - could easily do a day’s work. Handsome head of good proportions, straight foreface, strong muzzle of good length, strong jaws with clean, deep flews. Round, medium sized eyes well set in his skull, colour harmonising with his coat and giving a kind, intelligent expression. High set ears, not too long with slight fold. Neck of good length and muscular. Well laid shoulders and good return of upper arm, forelegs straight and of strong bone. Good feet. Chest well developed, ribs well sprung and carried well back, level topline, short, firm loin. Hindquarters strong and sound. Moved effortlessly with ground covering reach and drive.

2nd Lafferty’s Greenawell Lorenzo ShCEx - Masculine Boxer who presents a square, powerful outline of balance. Excellent muscle tone. Handsome head of good proportions, strong muzzle of good length and depth, lower jaw well curved, thick, well padded lips not too pendulous. Well pigmented, large black nose. Dark brown, expressive eyes with well fitting lids. Earset correct. Muscular neck of good length into a sound front assembly. Good depth of chest, ribs well sprung and carried well back. Straight topline. Hindquarters muscular, powerful and well angulated. Moved well.

3rd Hunter’s Ch Collooney Was Meant To Be at Sulahmara JW ShCEx OSW

AV Champion

1st Scott’s Ch Aprika Fargo at Rudino JW

2nd Hunter’s Ch Collooney Was Meant To Be at Sulahmara JW ShCEx OSW - 3rd in previous class and wasn't surprised to see him here. A very worthy champion Whippet male. Elegant outline, well balanced and of good size. Handsome head and expression, long and lean with slight stop and tapered muzzle. Expressive eyes. Small rose shaped ears. Muscular, reachy neck, gracefully flowing into a sound front assembly. Muscular body with good depth of chest, ribs carried well back, firm, muscular loin with good tuck up. Thighs muscular and well developed with well bent stifles and low set parallel hocks. Moved with elegance and drive.

3rd Phillips’ Ch Luachmhar Jamilah ShCEx

AV Scottish Native Breeds

1st Wallis’ Lamancha Roll On Good Times - Pale golden Golden Retrieved who presented a balanced outline and was of good size and substance. Broad skull, muzzle strong and of good length, well pigmented nose. Eyes dark brown and of good size, shape and set. Clean neck into well laid back shoulders, forelegs straight and of strong bone. Good depth of chest, well sprung ribs carried well back. Level topline kept at all times. Hindquarters muscular and well angulated. Tail of good length carried level with back. Moved well with good reach and drive.

2nd Bell’s Balnakeil Beinn Corradail of Blarbelles - Handsome male Gordon Setter. Well made, balanced outline and of good type. Deep skull, broad between ears, parallel, powerful muzzle of good length and depth. Dark brown eyes well set giving kind expression. Muscular neck of good length into well sloped shoulders. Strong, straight forelegs. Body of good proportions, ribs well sprung, firm loin. Muscular, sound hindquarters. Moved well.

3rd Lamb’s Tycadno Shining Star Around MacMoon JW

AV Vulnerable Native Breeds

1st Spacey’s Inchydoney Memories Vlady Muscat at Hallimans - elegant female Greyhound presenting a balanced outline. Pretty head and expression, long, flat skull, strong muzzle of good length and strength. Obliquely set, oval eyes, dark and expressive. Long, muscular neck flowing elegantly into well laid shoulders. Forelegs straight and of quality bone. Body well muscled throughout with good ribcage, strong loin with correct amount of tuck up. Well developed thighs, good bend of stifle and parallel hocks. Moved gracefully and typically.

2nd McGeachie’s Malbecmogs LadyOf The Lake at Klanhallion - pretty Sussex Spaniel bitch with a typical outline. Well balanced and of good substance for her size. Skull of good width, frowning brown, muzzle of good length. Hazel eyes giving soft expression. Good amount of neck into a well made front. Solid, muscular body of good length and depth, well sprung ribs, strong loin and level topline kept at all times. Hind angles matching that of fore. Moved truly with typical Sussex roll.

3rd MacGregor’s Kirktonhill A Touch Of Snow ShCEx