South East Of England Dobermann Club

It was a great honour to judge such an outstanding entry of 93 dogs at the club’s 40th Anniversary championship show. Thank you to the committee for inviting me, the exhibitors for their support and sportsmanship, and to ring stewards Sue Glennon and Stuart Evans for ensuring a smooth event. The entry was of high quality, especially within the female classes. Many of the classes required careful consideration and involved challenging decisions by me to determine the final order of merit on the day. Sorry for the delay in publishing my report. I have devoted additional time to my report to thoughtfully address the feedback for each dog.

Principal Winners: Best in show - Supetas Waiting For An Alibi From Korifey. Res. Best In Show - Ch Sacria Whisper of Hope. Best Puppy in Show - Shalissa’s Into The Shallow and Best Veteran in Show - Sant Kreal Jewel for Supeta JW (Imp RUS).

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1st Robertson’s COCKNEYOKA COMMANDER. Blk/Tan. Just under 6mths old. Developed appropriately for age, with a compact build with an ideal balance of depth to height, balanced proportions, and robust bone structure. The head and expression are masculine, featuring well-positioned, dark eyes and a sturdy muzzle. Ears are appropriate in size, shape, and set. Standing on straight forelegs and compact feet, exhibiting well-balanced angulation in both the forequarters and hindquarters. Tail being set and carried properly. Movement is steady and rhythmic, which contributed to winning the class and BEST BABY PUPPY DOG.

2nd Robertson’s COCKNEYOKE COMMUNIQUE. Br/T. Evidently a litter mate to the class winner. Demonstrates many similar attributes, particularly in overall balance and bone structure. Well defined head, correct ear placement, straight muzzle, and dark eyes. Neck length is appropriate and integrates smoothly into correctly angulated shoulders. Body proportions are similar to class winner. Rear quarters are sound with strong hocks. Feet are compact and tight. Showed an effective side gait, surpassed by his brother’s more assertive movement on the out-and-back.

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1st De Haff’s KREIGER’S NEW ILLUSION. Blk/T. 4 mths old. Full of promise at this early stage. Her head is feminine and balanced, featuring dark eyes, a flat skull, and a wedge shape. Elegant neck leading to a well-proportioned body. Shoulders and upper arms are proportional. Forelegs are straight with strong pasterns and tight feet. Back strong, croup well filled, and tail is properly set. Rear quarters show good width and correct stifle angulation. Movement was balanced with good reach in front, accurate footfall in side view and more evidence of drive when viewed going away this, together with her alert and confident character, took her to first place in this class and on to BEST BABY PUPPY IN SHOW.

2nd Dalton’s FRENCHWOOD CEPHUS. Blk/T. 5mths old and developing very differently to today’s class winner. Has a finer framework than the class winner but does display balanced proportions. Head has level planes, dark well set eyes which return an alert expression and ears of good shape and size. Body is square with level back, nice depth to ribcage and well set tail. Fore legs straight and finished with firm pasterns and tight feet. Rear quarters display good turn of stifle and firm hocks. Not as settled on the move as the class winner but was very eager to please her handler.

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1st Brough’s ANIIRAZ AJAX THE GREATER. Blk/T. 7mths old with a striking profile and masculine expression. Soundly built and of good breed type. Correct for head features and bite. Ears set and carried well. Neck flows cleanly into well placed shoulders, good return of upper arm, tight elbows, straight legs, compact feet. A square body with good depth, ample ribbing, short loin and neat tuck up. Rear quarters are well developed in croup with good width to thighs finished with correct tail set and carriage. On the move he displayed a gait with accurate footfall and evidence of rear drive once settled. Went on to award him BEST PUPPY DOG.

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1st Hemming’s & Hickling’s EVALESCO SHADE OF CLASS. Blk/T. 10moths old. Presents a powerful yet elegant stance, with a muscular, well-set body, proud carriage, and confident demeanour. Good wedge-shape to head with a flat skull, level planes, well-filled cheeks and depth to muzzle. Mouth with complete scissor bite. Dark eyes of almond-shaped and set to create an alert expression. Ears set and size is good. Appropriate depth and spring of ribcage, firm, slightly sloping backline and a clean tuck-up all contribute to his well-developed body. Both front and rear quarters show balanced construction, featuring strong bone, straight pasterns and well-developed rear thighs. Once settled, he moved precisely out and back with an energetic, free side action.

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1st Merchant’s KREIGER’S MARK MIWORDS AT MANDAREUS. 15mths Blk/T. A well constructed male with a good combination of substance, strength and elegance. The head is wedge-shaped, proportionate, with a flat skull, dark eyes, strong muzzle, tight lips, and a scissor bite. Pleasing neckline flows into well laid shoulders and a firm back. Good spring and length to ribcage, adequate depth to body at this stage, short coupling and well set tail. Balanced angulations to front and rear quarters. Elbows lying close to chest, forelegs straight with strong bone. Held his profile well on the move showing good reach from the side and accuracy on the out and back.

2nd Davis-Moull’s ZENTANDER’S ATOMIC BOMB AT DIZAME. 16mths Br/T. A male of appropriate size, stature, and substance. Head displays balanced planes, clearly defined stop, flat skull, and strong muzzle. Correct dentition and bite. Eyes set correctly and almond shaped. Ears shape, set and size good. Neck has good length and is free from dewlap. Body shows depth, good ribs, a short loin, and a well-filled croup. Chest is developing. Well-laid shoulders, tight elbows, strong, round bone, firm pasterns to front legs. Hindquarters have muscular thighs and a pleasing return of stifle. Demonstrated good reach in front and a vigorous but easy stride in side view keeping a firm topline.

3rd Kuhl’s CHANGATHI DOBERMANN’S GENERAL

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1st Brannan & Mycroft SUPETA’S BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN JW. 20mths Br/T. A standard-height male with a rich coat colour and a clean head and profile. Square in body with good depth and length to the ribcage, firm back, correct coupling, and tuck up. The fore chest is developing. Well-shaped head with parallel planes, deep muzzle, full cheeks, dry lips, complete dentition, and correct scissor bite. Neckline is muscular and clean leading into a well constructed forehand with tight elbows, straight bone and strong pasterns. Rear has broad thighs, correct turn of stifle and firm hocks. Tail of good length, set on and carried correctly. Displayed an easy and balanced gait returning a precise action with pleasing reach and drive.

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1st Fletcher’s DOBENARS FORTUNA AT PTOLLOMIES. 4yrs Bl/T. This male was managed by an inexperienced handler, which undoubtedly affected his performance on the day. He also showed a notable lack of body hair, which was concerning. He is correct for size, substance, and bone structure and well-proportioned depth and height. Head is wedge-shaped head with a flat skull and deep muzzle. Mouth has correct scissor bite and dentition. Very unsettled on the move, especially on the out and back but showed an easy stride on the go around.

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1st De Haff’s KREIGER’S LIMELIGHT. 18mths Blk/T. His general appearance immediately attracted my attention. Clean, balanced outline, displaying both substance and power while maintaining elegance. Alert expression, masculine head with level planes, flat skull, defined stop and flat cheeks. Dark eyes, ears set and carried correctly. Long, lean neck into a body of good depth with evidence of forechest and clean tuck up. Correct forehand with good length to the upper arm, elbows set close to the body and straight forelegs. Gently sloping back leading to a well filled croup area. Tail set and carried correctly. Rear is soundly constructed with well developed muscles, correct angulation and firm hocks. Gait was balanced and free reaching with a firm back viewed side on, footfall accurate on the out and back with drive from the rear. In the challenge for Best of Sex he really upped his game and so secured himself the RESERVE DOG CC.

2nd Hemming’s & Hickling’s EVALESCO SHADE OF CLASS. Winner of Puppy dog class.

3rd Santoriello’s MANZART BECAUSE OF YOU NOIRATAN

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1st Groves, Christiensen & Lafford’s LATEAGAIN STARSTRUCK. 23mths old. Presents a very balanced image. Tall male with appropriate substance and good muscular condition. Head is clean with level planes and good depth to muzzle. Mouth has correct scissor bite and dry lips. Correct body proportions with ample spring of rib and depth to brisket. Forechest evident too. Forehand having good length to shoulder and strong bone. Rear quarters have well developed thighs, correct turn of stifle and strong hocks. Back is firm, sloping to topline and finished with well filled croup and correct tail set. On the move he retained a firm topline and used a good reaching stride. Going away he demonstrated a good drive from the rear.

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1st Bishop’s KORIFEY HEARTBREAK TO SACARIA. 2½ yrs Br/T. A male of good breed type, standard size, compact and muscular in body with a clean outline and intelligent expression. Head is in proportion to body with level planes, good length and depth of muzzle, correct for dentition and bite. Eyes of dark colour are well set, Ears of correct shape and size. Slightly convex neckline leading to well laid shoulders and pleasing return of upper arm. Forelegs are stright and strong. Body depth matches height with well-sprung ribs, good fore chest, short loin, and clean tuck-up. Firm back gently sloping to the rear, tail set and carried properly. Sound construction returns sound movement and this boy demonstrated that with ease. Accurate and precise when viewed from all angles. He was considered in the challenge for Best of Sex but ideally I would have preferred to see more body weight when compared to others that day.

2nd Hickling’s EVALESCO EGO BOOST. 2yrs Blk/T. Having judged this male as a baby puppy it was a pleasure to see how he is fulfilling the early promise he showed. Displays power, substance and strength in his appearance. Another of good overall breed type. Compact body of pleasing proportions and depth. Masculine and wedge shaped head with dark expressive eyes, flat skull, deep muzzle and well filled cheeks. Mouth has correct scissor bite and dentition. Lean and muscular neck, good forechest. Good lay of shoulder, straight forelegs. Powerful, muscular hindquarters with firm hocks gave him strong rear drive and an efficient stride.

3rd Stracey’s KREIGER’S LASTING IMAGE

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1st Seward’s TEUSCHONS THE FIERCE KNIGHT WITH ELLIONIA JW. 3½ yrs Blk/T. This male, of average height with substance and elegance, had a balanced profile that caught my eye. Head is correct in shape, depth and proportions. Mouth has correct dentition and dry lips. Deep muzzle with some underjaw. Dark eyes, almond in shape and moderately set. Ears having good set and shape. Back is firm and gently sloping. Body is compact, deep, square, with good length to ribcage and depth of brisket. Forehand has well laid shoulders, good length to upper arm and tight elbows. Rear has good muscle tone and firm hocks. Tail is set and carried freely. Movement was positive with a good stride, rear drive and a precise action when viewed from all angles.

2nd Evans AMAZON SHOWTIME. 18mths Blk/T. This youngster has a proud bearing and robust physique, resulting in an impressive overall profile. Soundly constructed with the necessary elegance for his breed. Head shape, proportions, and features align well with breed requirements, complemented by a lively expression from his well-set, dark eyes. Has full dentition with correct scissor bite. Neck is dry, of suitable length, and lean. Fore chest developing well. Body shows depth at the brisket, ample rib length and spring, defined tuck-up, and muscular loin. Correct shoulder placement with equal upper arm length; straight forelegs, firm pasterns, and tight feet all contribute to a solid forehand. Tail is set correctly. Rear quarters being broad and well-muscled, with appropriate stifle angulation and firm hocks. Although initially unsettled, he went on to achieve a consistent gait with good reach in front, accurate footfall and a smooth action once settled.

3rd Santoriello’s RAFTHOUSE AMULET’S CHILD.

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1st Fletcher’s CH. SACARIA WHISPER OF HOPE. 3 ½ yrs Br/T. Secured top honours from a selection of high quality males today. Ticked all my boxes for general appearance, condition and character. Has the right combination of power, substance and elegance for me and his ring presence was hard to avoid. Classic wedge shape to a head of good depth with level planes and correct skull to muzzle proportions. Returned a bold, energetic expression from dark well set eyes. Ears of appropriate size and set which were carried alert at all times. Body is mature, well developed, deep at brisket with excellent spring of rib and good tuck up. Forechest well developed. Topline strong, firm and slightly sloping towards the tail. Elegant, muscular neck leading into well set shoulders. Forehand is completed by straight legs, strong pasterns and tight feet. Rear quarters having correct turn of stifle, well developed muscle, good width to thighs and firm hocks. Movement was fluid, true and precise when viewed from all angles with plenty of reach in front and strong drive from the rear. Gave a great performance in the dog challenge to take the DOG CC and later RESERVE BEST IN SHOW.

2nd Jones & Ushakova’s CH/LUX CH. KORFEY VANQUISH. 5yrs Blk/T. Another who ticks a lot of boxes for me. Nothing I could write that hasn’t already been said about this very successful male. A true showman, presented in excellent condition and a pleasure to put your hands on. Possesses a well balanced profile and is of sound construction throughout. Classic head shape with strength in muzzle and foreface. Dark eyes, deeply set and returning an intelligent expression. Long, lean neck. Body is square with appropriate depth to height proportions. Well developed in forechest. Correctly angulated on the front and rear quarters. Elbows fitting close to body, forelegs straight and strong. Rear assembly has good width to thighs, excellent muscle tone and firm hocks. Tail set on correctly and carried freely. Produced a light but powerful gait, covering the ground with ease, displaying essential reach and drive.

3rd Taylor’s KREIGER’S FOUL PLAY

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1st Grace & Lawson’s NERAK WOT A DREAM. 8yrs Br/T. Presented in excellent condition. Possessing good breed type. Square in body with correct depth, ample fore chest and length to ribcage. Wedge shaped head with parallel planes and strong muzzle. Mouth is correct. Neck flows seamlessly into shoulders. Forehand correctly constructed with strong bone and tightest of feet. Topline still very firm and retained on the move. Rear has width to upper thighs, excellent muscle tone, well filled croup area and firm hocks. Tail set and carriage correct. Movement was fluid and true on the out and back. On the go around he showed an easy gait and covered the ground efficiently. Pleased to award him BEST VETERAN DOG.

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1st Capell, Brough & Brannan’s ANIIRAZ WILD CYBELE AVEC LLEPAC. 7mths Blk/T. Liked her overall breed type. Long, feminine head, well filled under her dark eyes, good length to muzzle, defined stop and flat skull. Neck is long and clean. Shoulders are well set, forelegs are strong and parallel, feet are compact. Appropriate body depth and height ratios with good length to ribcage and depth of brisket. Firm back. Belly tucked up, croup well filled out and tail set and carried freely. Rear has good pelvic width, broad thighs, and strong hocks. Produced a steady, efficient and accurate gait when viewed from all angles.

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1st Webb’s SHALISSA’S INTO THE SHALLOW. 11mths Blk/T. Very eye catching youngster. Distinctly feminine but possesses power and elegance. Correct proportions to head, skull flat and clean, cheeks have good fill under the eyes, muzzle long and deep, scissor bite . Expressive dark eyes correctly set. Ears set high, lying close to cheeks. Neck line slightly cresting into well laid shoulders and correct forehand. Fore chest evident, brisket deep, good spring to ribs, loin strong, back firm, tail carried freely. Rear is soundly constructed with dense muscle developing and correct turn of stifle. Hocks are strong and parallel. Movement was vigorous and purposeful, returning the desirable reach in front and evident drive behind. Kept up her performance to secure BEST PUPPY BITCH then after a strong challenge BEST PUPPY IN SHOW.

2nd Robinson’s KORIFEY MATCHY MATCHY. 11mths Blk/T. Although similar in age to class winner but is developing very differently. Clean outline with proud carriage and elegance. Head has equal length of muzzle to skull, flat cheeks and good depth to jaws with scissor bite. Dark, expressive eyes set correctly. Ears of good size and set. Body is square, ribs are long, back is short and firm. Tail carried freely. Forelegs straight with firm pasterns and tight feet. Rear legs are parallel with broad thighs and firm hocks. In motion she returned a vigorous yet easy gait showing good rear drive.

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1st Emmence’s MANZART CHINA IN YOUR HANDS. 17mths Blk/T. Has a classic outline for a youngster. Elegant, balanced and well proportioned. Head has strength of skull and depth of muzzle. Full dentition, Correct eye set, colour and shape returning an alert yet feminine expression. Clean neckline into a well filled body, ribs deep to brisket and well drawn back. Fore chest pronounced, back firm and sloping gently. Both front and rear assemblies have correct angulations and strong bone. Tail set and carried freely. Moved out with purpose and animation, returning a vigorous action with good reach and drive which took her to the top of the class today.

2nd Stracey’s KREIGER’S MIRRO IMAGE. 15mths Br/T. Another who’s breed type immediately appealed for balance and elegance. Well proportioned and in a slightly smaller frame than class winner. Wedge shaped head of appropriate size to body, Muzzle strong and deep with correct dentition and dry lips. Clean throat and neck that flows into well laid shoulders. Forehand has correct return to upper arm, elbows close, round bone and firm pasterns. Fore chest developing, brisket deep, belly well drawn up, loin short and muscular, topline firm and sloping. Rear quarters return good width to pelvis, correct angles and well developed muscle. Her movement is sound and accurate coming and going with a balanced stride when viewed from the side.

3rd Schneider’s IZRALIGHT UPTOWN GIRL AT SHANTOCK

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1st Jones’s SUPETAS WAITING FOR AN ABLIBI AT KORIFEY. 20mths Br/T. This young girl also matched my vision of an excellent female at first look. Her proud carriage, compact, well set body and alertness giving the distinct impression of boldness. Classic head type and features, correct dentition, almond eyes giving an alert and lively expression, front and rear assemblies are balanced for angulation, strong bone with firm pasterns and hocks. Elbows are set tight to a body which is deep and square, has ample spring and length to ribcage and pleasing fore chest. Topline is hard, firm and slightly sloping. Tail well set and carried freely. In action she excelled, covering the ground easily and freely with precision, reaching in front and driving from the rear. From a quality line up of females for the best of sex challenge she came out tops. Pleased to award her BITCH CC and after serious deliberation BEST IN SHOW.

2nd Bullen’s ARITAUR DREAMER. 23mths Br/T. Well developed for her age with a slightly heavier frame than my class winner. Liked her overall type and proportions. Head has clean wedge shape, good length, level planes and well filled cheeks. Eyes and ears are of correct size, shape and set to compliment. Square in body with good depth to brisket, Rib cage well developed, belly tuck up, back firm. Nice fore chest developing. Another with correct angulation to front and rear quarters, straight forelegs, compact feet, firm hocks. Clean and accurate stride showing reach and drive within an efficient and balanced gait.

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1st Emmence’s MANZART CHINA IN YOUR HANDS. Winner of Junior Bitch class

2nd Murray’s XANABI RUN TO STARLIGHT WITH LUFTEZ. Appreciated her breed type and smart outline. Has a lighter framework than the class winner. Balanced body to height proportions. Clean, wedge shaped head with defined stop, flat cheeks and good length to muzzle. Eyes are dark, moderately set and almond shaped. Deep at brisket, ample spring to ribcage, nice forechest. Shoulders are well laid, limbs have strong bone, feet are tight. Topline firm and slopes towards tail. Rear has well toned muscle, good turn of stifle and parallel hocks. Covered the ground easily and effectively with a balanced stride and precise footfall.

3rd Fletcher’s AMBERLINA RIDZINEICEAT PTOLLOMIES

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1st Jones’s SUPETAS WAITING FOR AN ABLIBI AT KORIFEY. Winner of yearling class.

2nd Seward & Mycroft’s SUPETA’S SKY’S THE LIMIT WITH ELLONIA. 21mths Blk/T. Presented a good profile. Soundly built with balanced height to length proportions, clean wedge shaped head, feminine expression from dark moderately set eyes. Ears set and carried correctly. Well developed in body with slightly longer loin, good for chest, correct angulations to front and rear. Very pleasing on the move, displayed good reach and drive within an easy and efficient stride.

3rd Pollard’s SHALISSA’S HOT TODDY

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1st Brannan, Mycroft & Brough’s SUPETA’S PLAYING WITH FIRE AT ANIIRAZ. 21mths Br/T. This youngster came out on top in this quality class for her feminine expression, correct proportions, proud carriage and accurate movement. Classic head shape and proportions, well filled cheeks, deep muzzle with good length, Dentition correct. Almond shape to eyes. Body square, with good depth and coupling. Back firm. Front and rear assemblies are well constructed and balanced. Forelegs are close fitting at elbow with straight, strong bone. Rear has dense muscle to broad thighs. Displayed reach in front and rear drive on the out and back endorsed by an efficient stride on the go around.

2nd Groves & Hyett’s LATEAGAIN WISH UPON A STAR JW. 23mths Blk/T. Another youngster that has good type, elegance and a solid build. Head size and shape in proportion to body with level planes. Feminine expression from lovely dark eyes, set correctly. Dentition complete and scissor bite. Nice crest to neckline, shoulders well laid, back firm, tail set correct. Pleasing fore chest and depth at brisket. Belly nicely tuck up. Elbows tight to body, limbs parallel, pastern strong. Soundly constructed rear quarters which she used well on the move. Her action was fluid with good reach and drive to cover the ground efficiently.

3rd Ward, Ward & Kershaw’s ARITAUR DYPTIQUE AT JAGELKA

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1st Goodall’s MAIGHREAD’S BONNIE ROSHEEN TO MIANNA. 3½ yrs Blk/T. Soundly built, of standard height and well proportioned throughout. Feminine in head with dark eyes and good ear carriage. Full dentition and a scissor bite. Lean, clean neckline, good fore chest, well laid shoulders with nice return to upper arm. Firm back with gradual slope towards the tail, croup is well filled, tail carried freely. Hindquarters have correct set to pelvis overlaid with firm muscle and good width to thighs. Stepped out with style making good use of her limbs to provide the desired reach and drive on the move.

2nd Everley’s MANZART MORGAN LE FAYE. 2½ yrs Blk/T. Another accurate and stylish moving bitch who has much to offer. In profile she also displays balance, strength and femininity. Strongly built with deep body, good fore chest and correct height to length body proportions. Neck is long and lean with noble carriage and in proportion to her shape. Topline has gentle slope. Forehand has good shoulder lay, tight elbows, strong bone and pasterns finished with tightest of feet. On the rear, pelvis set a correct angle to provide stability, thighs are broad with well developed muscle, correct angle at stifle and parallel hocks. On the move she retained her outline and produced a balanced and vigorous gait reaching well in front and driving from the rear to cover the ground.

3rd King’s NERAK TIME AFTER TIME

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1st King’s NERAK REWRITE THE STARS. 6yrs Blk/T. A substantial female who’s general appearance displays a clean outline, proud carriage, intelligence and balance. Soundly constructed with a strong topline and correct tail set. Presented with superb muscular condition. Head of correct shape and size with level skull and planes, well filled foreface, strong muzzle of good depth with correct dentition. Muscular, clean neckline. Well developed fore chest, desired depth of brisket and spring of rib. Her rear quarters are powerfully built with correct stifle and firm hocks. In motion, she powered out with ease, animation and accuracy which returned the reach and drive desired by the breed standard. After due consideration she claimed the RESERVE BITCH CC.

2nd Tant’s RAFTHOUSE BUNDLEBRENT AT GRANADEYA JW. 3yrs Blk/T. Also caught my attention for her breed type and overall soundness. Having a compact and muscular build but retaining a feminine appearance. Good shape and proportions to head, muzzle long and deep, dentition correct. Neck length and shape fits will with her body. Shoulders have good lay and length to match the upper arm. Legs are sturdy and straight with close fitting elbows. Rear quarters are soundly constructed and well muscled. Another who’s build allowed her to demonstrate an elastic and vigorous action with accurate foot placement when viewed from any angle.

3rd Evan’s CH. AMAZON SHE IS ADORED JW

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1st Evans’s CH. AMAZON JUST LET ME ADORE YOU JW. 2½ yrs Blk/T. Muscular and elegant in appearance. Matched my vision for breed type, size and substance. Clean cut, wedge shaped head, darkest of eyes set moderately into a flat skull and returning an alert expression, well filled cheeks and good depth to muzzle. Full dentition and correct scissor bite. Body is built to fit breed standard proportions for depth and height, ribcage well sprung and of good length. Forehand soundly made with correct lay of shoulder. Fore legs have round, strong bone, firm pasterns and cat like feet. Rear quarters constructed to match the forehand with broad thighs and required turn of stifle. Parallel hocks allow her to stand firm as well as produce much desired driving power. Coming and going she displayed accuracy of limb co ordination and strong drive. In side view was effortless in covering the ground and showed good reach in front.

2nd Bisland’s CH/LUX CH KREIGER’S HIGHLAND FLING JW. 4yrs Br/T. A female who meets the standards for height, bone structure, substance, and balance and displays a confident stance and proportional physique. Clean cut head of correct shape with flat skull and well filled cheeks. Deep muzzle with strong jaws, full dentition and scissor bite. Lean and muscular neckline flows to meet shoulders that are well laid and have good length to blades. Well developed in fore chest with good depth to brisket. Topline is firm and retained on the move. Belly is well drawn up. Straight forelegs, close fitting elbows and firm pasterns complete the forehand. Also soundly constructed at the rear with a correct angle at the pelvis, well filled croup, good turn of stifle and firm hocks. Tail set and carried correctly. Once settled into her stride the action was free and easy providing drive and rotary action behind and good reach in front.

3rd Mycroft’s IMIDZ LADY MELODY OF SUPETA (IMP LVA) JW

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1st Mycroft’s SANT KREAL JEWEL FOR SUPETA JW (IMP RUS). 7½ yrs Br/T. Standard for height, well bodied, strong bone and held a powerful stance. Feminine in head, square in body with appropriate proportions for depth and length. Both front and rear have desirable angulations. Back short, sloping towards tail and held firm on the move. Tail is set on well and carried freely. Displayed a bold and exuberant character making her presence known. An easy mover who covered the ground efficiently and effectively and still showing driving power from behind which took her through to BEST VETERAN IN SHOW today.

2nd Webb’s MULTI/INT CH SHALISSA’S SIRIUSLY STUNNING (AI) JW ALPEN SEIGER.

8 ½ yrs Blk/T. Another showing elegance combined with substance and femininity. Good head piece with ears set and shaped to compliment. Dark eyes returning a bold expression. Liked her depth in body, well laid shoulders, strong bone and firm topline. Movement was rhythmic, vigorous and precise still able to drive from behind. Found her to be slightly longer cast in body than class winner but is certainly worthy of her illustrious titles.