Leicester City Canine Society

Leicester City Canine Society

25th August 2025

I would like to thank the officers, committee, stewards and the exhibitors, it was a well-run show and had a lovely atmosphere around the ring.

RETRIEVER (FLAT COATED)

Puppy D/B 4 (1 ab)

1st & Best Puppy BELLAMY & NICKLIN’s MOONTORN COUNT ON ME - This young dog shows excellent promise for future. He has the right balance of structure and personality, with a clear expression for the breed. While still developing, his head was masculine without being overdone, his eyes are dark and full of expression, complementing the breed's friendly demeanor. with ears are well-set, his neck flows smoothly into well placed shoulders, with good reach and balance, his chest is deep, showing ample rib spring. The overall body proportions are harmonious and appropriate for a developing puppy, well-boned legs, with straight fronts and well-angled hindquarters. The feet are compact and well-formed, contributing to a balanced outline, moved well once settled and moved around the ring with drive and ease, I can’t wait to watch this young man fulfill his promise.

2nd MARKILLIE’s HOPEVALLEY MORNING MINUET - A very attractive bitch with a beautifully feminine head, well-shaped with a gentle expression well-set ears complete a soft and intelligent look. Good length of neck flowing cleanly into well-laid shoulders, giving an elegant front assembly. Level topline maintained both standing and on the move. Ribs well-sprung with sufficient depth of chest for her age and development. Strong loin and well-angled hindquarters providing drive around the ring.

3rd EGGINTON, EGGINTON, EGGINTON & DAVIS’s PAJANBECK HOLD MY HALO

Junior D/B 5 (3 abs)

1st & BOB LEAVY’s WYCHWIZARD PAINTED LADY - A quality young bitch who immediately catches the eye with her overall balance and classic breed type. She presents a clean, flowing outline, Beautiful feminine head, Correct ear set, nicely framing the face. Good reach of neck flowing smoothly into well-laid shoulders and firm topline, held steady both standing and on the move. Fore chest developing well for her age, ribs well-sprung, and short, strong loin. Hindquarters are well-angled; Coat lies flat and good condition. Movement is free and ground-covering, showing correct reach and drive with a straight, true action fore and aft. Tail well-set and carried level, A happy, outgoing temperament, she impressed throughout with her ring presence and maturity for age. A very promising young bitch who more than held her own in strong competition. Well deserving of Best of Breed today.

2nd JACOBS & REYNOLDS’ SECRET BLUE DRESS BASTETA FOR GEMSWIN (IMP LTU) - A lovely bitch of correct size and excellent breed type, presenting a feminine head with a gentle, intelligent expression. Eyes are dark, well-shaped, complementing the soft expression. Her ears are set correctly and framed the face beautifully.

Good length of neck leading into well-constructed shoulders, and her topline remains strong and level both standing and on the move. Her ribbing is well-arched, and she possesses a strong, well-angled hindquarters, contributing to good movement, with a good reach and drive, Overall, she is a lovely example of the breed with a kind temperament and ring presence.

Post Graduate D/B 1

1st & BOB LEAVY’s WYCHWIZARD PAINTED LADY – 1st in Junior

Open D/B 3

1st & BOB LEAVY’s WYCHWIZARD PAINTED LADY – 1st in Junior and Postgraduate.

2nd REYNOLDS’ TELURN CAN'T TOUCH THIS VW SGWC - A strong, masculine male of excellent substance and breed type. He has a well-balanced head, broad across the skull with a good stop and strong muzzle, which complements his overall power and presence. His dark eyes are expressive, and his ear set is correct, his neck is of good length, flowing cleanly into a strong, well-laid shoulder, and his topline remains firm and level on the move. His chest is deep with well-sprung ribs, and his rear angulation is well-constructed, giving him powerful drive from the rear. Coat is of the correct texture, flat and dense, presented in excellent condition, showing a lovely shine. Movement is sound.

SPANIEL (WELSH SPRINGER)

Puppy D/B 1

1st & Best Puppy BURCHMORE & BOWD’s LENAMORE RENEGADE (AI) - A very promising young dog who presents a lovely balance of breed type and development. He has a classic Welsh Springer Spaniel head, with a soft, expressive expression, dark eyes, and a well-set ear that frames his head. The muzzle is strong but not overly broad, and his overall head shape shows good refinement for his age. Well-proportioned body with a good length of neck flowing into well-placed shoulders, providing an excellent front assembly. His topline is firm and level, and the chest is developing well for a puppy of his age, with plenty of room for future growth. Strong, well-angled hindquarters, On the move, he shows excellent promise. The movement is free and effortless, with good reach in the front and power from the rear. While still very much a puppy, A bright future ahead for this young dog.

Junior D/B 2

1st BURCHMORE & BOWD’s LENAMORE RENEGADE (AI) 1st in Puppy

2nd GAYLOR & ROBERTSON’s GILSTONIA RUN RED RUM FOR APRILFLASH - handsome young male who presents a solid example of the breed, He has a masculine head, with a well-defined stop, dark, expressive eyes, and a strong, well-proportioned muzzle. The ears are set correctly, his neck is of moderate length, blending smoothly into well-laid shoulders, and his topline is firm and level. The chest is still developing, but he already demonstrates good depth and width for his age. His hindquarters are well-angled, providing good drive and balance. On the move, he shows good reach in the front and strong drive from the rear, though the winner had slightly more fluidity in movement today, A quality youngster who is still developing. While placed second today, he has a lot of potential for future success as he continues to refine his movement and body.

Post Graduate D/B 1

1st SMITH’s NYLIRAM HOLD MY HAND AT ISFRYN – Feminine well-proportioned head, with a slight stop, strong yet refined muzzle, and expressive dark eyes that give her an intelligent and alert expression. Her ears are set correctly, hanging close to her face. She carries herself with a strong, well-balanced frame. The neck is of good length, flowing cleanly into her shoulders, and her topline remains level and firm both standing and on the move. She has a deep chest with well-arched ribs, showing good body development. Her hindquarters are well-angled, giving her both strength and drive when moving, she moves with a free-flowing, ground-covering gait, showing good reach in the front and plenty of drive from the rear. Her movement is smooth and balanced.

Open D/B 3

1st & BOB WARD’s GLENBROWS FLAME FOR TANTARAVIZ - She has a feminine head, with a slight stop, strong but elegant muzzle, and dark, expressive eyes that give her a soft yet intelligent expression. Her ears are well set and hang close to the face, contributing to her classic breed look. Her neck is of good length and flows seamlessly into well-laid shoulders, and her topline is level and firm. She has a well-developed chest with a deep ribcage, providing excellent forehand reach. Her hindquarters are strong and well-angled, providing ample drive and balance in movement. On the move, she is a dream to watch, demonstrating fluid, ground-covering movement with excellent reach and drive. She shows effortless gait, covering the ground with ease, and her rear drive is particularly strong. Her movement is balanced and true, with a lovely sense of purpose and a steady tail carriage.

2nd TEW’s PAMICKS DREAM WITH ME - feminine head and a gentle, intelligent expression. Her dark, expressive eyes and well-set ears give her a kind yet alert look. The muzzle is strong, and she has the correct slight stop that contributes to her balanced head shape.

She has a well-proportioned frame, with good length of neck leading into well-laid shoulders, and her topline is firm and level, remaining steady on the move. Her chest is deep, and the ribs are well-arched, providing good forehand reach. Hindquarters are well-constructed, giving her a solid foundation and power in movement. this bitch’s movement is still smooth and steady, with a good, balanced gait.

3rd GAYLOR & ROBERTSON’s SH CH HENIVERUCE KING OF BREWERS FOR APRILFLASH ShCEx

SPANISH WATER DOG

Junior D/B 1

1st & B.O.B ABRAHAMS’ FIVENINEPLUS AZAHARA BY ADORMIDERA - Well-balanced bitch of excellent type, displaying true Spanish Water Dog character. Correct proportions with a strong, compact body and good substance for age. Pleasing head with well-shaped eyes, giving an alert and intelligent expression. Correct ear set and clipped coat of good texture, but you can still tell she will have the correct curl.

Strong neck flowing into a well-laid shoulder, level topline, and well-sprung ribs. Good depth of chest and firm loin. Excellent hindquarters with strong, muscular rear and well-bent stifles, allowing powerful and balanced movement. Moves freely and with drive, always maintaining topline. Confident and steady temperament throughout, showing a good rapport with handler. Still developing as a young bitch but already demonstrates great promise for the future.

Post Graduate D/B 2

1st ABRAHAMS’ FIVENINEPLUS AZAHARA BY ADORMIDERA – 1st in Junior

2nd ABRAHAMS’ CRAVESSA'S RIGHT ON THE DOT BY ADORMIDERA - Feminine bitch of good overall type and size, presenting a balanced outline. Pleasing head with well-defined stop, dark expressive eyes, and typical rustic expression. Ears set correctly and carried close to the head. Good reach of neck flowing into a level topline. Well-ribbed body with sufficient depth and strength through the lion. Moved soundly coming and going, covering the ground with an easy, fluid action. Maintained topline on the move. Slightly less drive behind today than the class winner but shows good potential as she matures further.

Steady and willing temperament, handled sympathetically to advantage.

Open D/B 2 (1 ab)

1st DARWESH’s CHANDERHILL SMART EDITION FOR ELIZAD JW - Masculine and powerful dog of excellent breed type, presenting a strong and compact outline. Broad skull with well-defined stop, expressive dark eyes, and correct ear set giving a typical, alert expression.

Well-developed forechest and good depth of body, showing plenty of substance. Strong neck into well-laid shoulders and firm topline. Muscular hindquarters provide strength and drive on the move. Coat of correct texture and curl, natural and well-presented.

Moved with purpose and balance, always maintaining his outline. Carrying a little too much weight today, which slightly spoilt his front movement, but this does not detract from his overall quality and breed character. A confident, masculine dog shown in good condition and handled to advantage.

Karl Gawthorpe (Mr)

Judge