Norfolk & Norwich Canine Society

Norfolk & Norwich Canine Society

Premier Open Show

Wednesday 27th August 2025

Judge – Mrs Jane Eyeington (Meadowdale)

I would like to thank the officers and committee for their kind invitation to judge at this lovely premier show. A huge thank you to all the exhibitors for the pleasure of your super dogs. Delighted to watch my Miniature Poodle go all the way to win BIS - Congratulations

German Spitz (Mittel)

Puppy (1,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Saich - Lindcoly My Cinderella

11-month-old cream & white parti-coloured bitch, litter sister to SY dog . I liked her overall size and substance, though she was a little longer in body. Feminine head, keen and alert in her demeanour. Developing nicely through the body, holding a firm topline. Not quite as clean in her movement today as her brother

Special Yearling (3,2)

1. Mr & Mrs Saich - Lindcoly My Rockafella

This is a very striking 11-month-old brown & white parti-coloured dog. He has a lovely, compact outline when standing, and I appreciated his overall shape and size. He has a pleasing head with eye colour that complements his coat, along with small, neat ears. His body is well developed, with a firm topline and a high-set tail. He moves well and is presented in good coat condition. BP & RBOB

Limit (2,1)

1. Mr & Mrs Saich - Lindcoly She’s A Knock out

Appealing 2-year-old wolf sable bitch with a confident and outgoing personality. Pretty head, of good proportions, neat ears and a dark oval eye. Having a nice flow through her neck and topline, which was firm and level. Good depth and spring to the ribcage. Brisk in her action, a little untidy in front today. Shown in a good coat

Open (2,1)

1. Mr & Mrs Saich - Ir Ch Lindcoly Mischief Maker

Wow, it's hard to believe that this black dog is 10 and a half years old; he is still full of energy and enjoying life. He has a compact build, with a nicely shaped wedge head, neat ears, and a beautiful dark eye which hints at his mischief-making nature! His body is well-proportioned, featuring a firm topline leading to a high-set tail. He moves with a clean, brisk gait. – BOB

Poodle (Miniature)

Puppy (3,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Warnes - Myhaven Lucky Fancy

Impressive black 8-month-old dog, very smart and upstanding. I like his overall size and stature when stood. He has a pleasing masculine head that is nicely chiselled, with a dark eye and a keen expression. His body is well-developed, featuring good depth and a short back that culminates in a well-set tail. When he moves, he showcases himself beautifully, covering the ground with an effortless stride - BP

2. Grace & Wood - Joleena Back In Black

This beautifully presented 9-month-old black dog is built on a slightly larger frame than the winner, but shows lovely balance and proportions. He has a pleasing masculine head, with dark eyes and well-placed ears. Developing nicely in the body, with a good forechest. However, he didn't demonstrate quite as much drive while moving today.

3. Lunnun-Turner & Dumont - Arrowflight Luck Be A Lady With Sirensong

Special Yearling (3,1)

2 lovely exhibits, a close decision between them

1. Mrs Walker - Raeannes Black Velvet

Cracking and quality 14-month-old black dog, who looked a picture on the stack. Top end for size, but so lovely and balanced. His proud stance conveyed a sense of self-assurance. He possessed an elegantly formed, well-chiselled head, beautifully complemented by dark, almond-shaped eyes. His body was well-developed, showing a good fill in the forechest and well-sprung ribs, along with a short back and a high-set tail. I loved his character and demeanour, which were clearly evident in his movement, demonstrating both enthusiasm and style along with an accurate footfall. Presented in exquisite coat and condition. BOB - I was thrilled to see him achieve success by winning the Utility group and ultimately being awarded Best in Show. Many Congratulations

2. Miss Dumont - Raeannes Mia Tai For Sirensong JW

This black bitch is litter sister to the winner is another super exhibit. She is full of quality and is shown to perfection. There is much to appreciate; she presents a shapely silhouette, proud and elegant. She has a lovely head with a dark eye and well-placed ears. Her neck is of good length, flowing into a firm topline, and she has a well-set and carried tail. She moves with positivity and precision, though she just lacked that elusive sparkle today of her brother. - RBOB

Limit (3,2)

1. Dr Petyaeva - Velvet Violet At Dikatanya (Imp Mne)

2-year-old apricot bitch exhibits a very feminine appearance with good overall balance and proportions. She has a nicely chiselled head, long with strength to the foreface. Her eyes are a lovely dark colour, although they are slightly round. She displays good depth in her brisket and a nice spring of rib. Her hindquarters are well angulated, with low-set hocks, but her tail is set a bit lower. Striding out on the move and well presented

Open (2,1)

1. Dr Petaeva - Ooh La La At Dikatanya

A well-presented 4-year-old black bitch with a pleasing profile. She has a very feminine appearance overall. Her head is of good length and nicely chiselled, featuring dark almond-shaped eyes and an intelligent expression. She has a good length of neck that flows into a well-held topline. While not quite as tight at the elbows, she possesses a well-sprung ribcage. She moves with a lovely side gait.

Poodle (Standard)

Puppy (3,1)

1. Irving & Foster - Sarnia Takin It Eze

Endearing 6-month-old black bitch who has a lovely mischievous streak! I appreciate her size and proportions. She has a well-balanced head of good length with nice chiselling and a dark eye that hints at her playful nature. Her neck is of good length, with sufficient depth for her age. Displaying harmonious angulation both in her front and rear. When moving, she demonstrates good reach and drive while maintaining her outline and exhibiting a good tail carriage.

2. Miss Groves - Marcasite Bonnie Lass

Another promising youngster, this 6-month-old silver bitch, has much to commend her, including her cuddles! Liked her long fine head, dark eye and well placed ears. Well developed through the body, with nice straight forelegs onto tight feet. Just not as coordinated on the move today as the winner

Special Yearling (2,1)

1. Mr & Mrs Coates - Afterglow Luminary With Angelsam

A smart, 14-month-old white bitch, who presents an impressive outline when standing, having both substance and elegance. She features a feminine head, dark eyes and pigmentation that gives her an appealing expression. Her neck is of good length, flowing into a short back and a well-set tail. She has good depth in her brisket and a lovely spring of rib. While her footfall is positive, she does not quite match the drive of her kennel mate today. - RBOB

Limit (2,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Coatees - Afterglow Luminary With Angelsam

Repeat SY

2. Miss Clark - Ophelia Emilia

2-year-old black bitch in the continental clip, who was not showing herself to her full advantage today. She has a feminine head with a lovely dark eye and is nicely chiselled. Her neck is of good length, and I appreciated the fill in of her forechest and the depth of brisket. She is slightly longer cast, with nicely angulated hindquarters. She was well presented.

Open (2,1)

1. Mrs Coates - Jaspalie Ghost

Impressive 6-year-old white dog in the Continental Clip, who definitely has a commanding presence in the ring. He is strong and muscular, presenting a well-balanced appearance when standing. He has a handsome head with a nicely chiselled foreface and dark almond-shaped eyes. His neck is of good length, and he has a deep chest, short back, firm loin, and a well-set and carried tail. While he showed good drive when moving, he was very slightly wide in front today. He was groomed beautifully and is in excellent condition. - BOB

Poodle (Toy)

Special Yearling (1,0)

1. Dr Petyaeva - Dikatanya Zingy Zara

13-month-old apricot bitch, with a lovely shapely silhouette. I liked her for her size, substance, and femininity. Pretty head, with good length to the foreface, nicely chiselled with a dark eye. Decent depth to the brisket, standing on straight forelegs onto tight feet. Well angulated hindquarters, and being short hock to heel. Moving out with confidence and drive - BOB

Limit (1,0)

1. Miss Fletcher - Marmalade Sky Of Goldselenite

A 2-year-old apricot bitch, beautifully presented, and possesses a delightful head piece that enhances her femininity. Her dark oval eyes convey a lovely expression. She is well-developed in her body, featuring a good forechest and spring of rib, though she is slightly longer in the loin. Her hindquarters are strong, showing good drive from the rear, she was a little untidy in her front movement today. She is at one with her handler. - RBOB

Open (2,0)

1. Miss Fletcher - Marmalade Sky Of Goldselenite

Repeat Limit

2. Dr Petyaeva - Int Ch Dikatanya Devoted Dana

9-year-old apricot girl, who is looking in fine fettle, but providing her handler with a challenge. I thought she was of a lovely size, and had a square outline. She has an appealing head, long and nicely chiselled. Neck of good length, holding a firm topline and deep in brisket. But unfortunately, today did not want to cooperate either on the table or when moving

Whippet

Puppy (3,1)

1. Mrs Picolo - Katiesue’s China Doll

Shapely 10-month-old brindle with white trim bitch. I appreciated her overall size and balance. She has an elegant, curvy outline. Her long, and lean head is feminine, with a dark oval eye and neat rose-shaped ears. Her clean neck is of good length and flows into a well-held topline, showing a slight arch over the loin. She has strong, wide quarters with a well-bent stifle and moves steadily. – BP & Hound Puppy Group 4

2. Ms Price - Kierpark It’s Now Or Never Among Silkdance

7-month-old brindle with white trim has many commendable qualities. He possesses a larger frame while still displaying a shapely and balanced outline. His head is pleasing, and he has a kind expression. He has a long, elegant neck and a brisket of good depth for his age. His feet are neat, and he has moderately bladed bone. His muscular hindquarters are well-utilised when he is in motion.

Special Yearling (5,2)

1. Miss Morland - Zoraden Naughty At Forty

Shapely silhouette on this 12-month-old fawn bitch. She is a lovely combination of elegance and curves. Liked her type, size, and femininity. Long, lean head with a good shape to the skull, oval eyes toning with her coat colour to give a gentle expression. Clean neck of good length, decent fill in of forechest, and depth to the brisket. Showing a good topline and underline, with strong well bent stifles. Moving lovely in profile, just a fraction loose in pastern coming towards me today, which lost her BOB to her kennel mate - RBOB

2. Mrs Wilson - Boughton Busy Lizzy For Hamiltonhill

16-month-old fawn girl with much to admire. Presenting a pleasing outline when standing. Balanced head piece, featuring a flat skull with nicely tapering sides and a slight stop. Good length of neck, forechest well filled in, and chest well let down. She has a graceful arch over the loin and a good tuck-up. Strong muscular hindquarters with a good width of thigh. Moving cleanly, just not quite as freely and low as the winner today

3. Ms Price - Kierpark It’s Now Or Never Among Silkdance

Limit (2,1)

1. Mrs Rainsbury - Shalfleet Chasing The Sun

Liked overall stamp of this three-year-old brindle with white trim dog. He possesses both strength and a masculine elegance. His dark oval eyes and neat rose ears give him a pleasing expression. He has a good length of neck, a well filled in forechest, moderate bladed bone and tight feet. His ribs are well-sprung, and he has a nice tuck-up, although he tended to lose his topline slightly today. He has strong, wide quarters and moves out cleanly.

Open (4,2)

1. Miss Morland - Zoraden Gossip Girl JW

Very elegant brindle bitch, approaching 2 years of age and presents as a finished article. She has a graceful and unexaggerated outline, showing a distinctly feminine appearance throughout. Her head is well-balanced, with good proportions, dark oval eyes, and an adoring expression for her handler. Her long, slightly arched neck flows seamlessly into a well-maintained topline. She has a clean and straight front with good fill-in, complemented by flat muscle tone. Her ribcage is of good length, and there is a nice arch over her loin. With wide quarters and well-let-down hocks, she demonstrates elegance and freedom of movement in all directions. - BOB

2. Mrs Reece - Saleehah Moonflower

Curvy 6-year-old brindle bitch with a shapely outline when stacked. She has the most feminine head, featuring a flat skull that tapers nicely, with dark eyes and good pigmentation. Her neck is a good length, and she has a deep brisket with a well-filled forechest and a nice spring to her ribcage. She maintains a strong topline and underline both when standing and moving. Her hindquarters display a well-bent stifle and good muscle tone. Unfortunately, today she was not as tidy in her front action as the winner.

Brittany

Limit (1,0)

1. Mrs Adams - Patouche Tartuffe

Smart 3-year-old black and white roan dog, who has a pleasing, compact, and cobby outline. He features a masculine head with level planes and of good proportions. His high-set ears and dark eyes give him a kind and gentle expression. He has a good length of leg, with the brisket down to the elbow. His ribs are well carried back to a short, strong loin. He uses his broad yet moderate hindquarters to achieve a brisk gait, demonstrating clean movement in both his fore and hind action - BOB.

Open (1,0)

1. Mrs Adams - Patouche Tartuffe

Repeat Limit

Italian Spinone

Limit (2,1)

1. Ms Welton - Affilato Just You Wait

Sturdy and robust 3-year-old white/orange dog. He has a pleasing overall type, featuring a square outline and strong bone structure. When standing, he exhibits the typical breed outline. He has a masculine head with divergent planes and a good length to the foreface, complemented by expressive, human-like eyes that create a charming expression. His strong neck flows into a correct topline with minimal tuck up. He has a deep brisket along with a well-developed forechest. His hindquarters are moderate, with low-set hocks. He is a steady mover but is slightly close behind. - BOB