West Of England Bull Terrier Club

The West of England Bull Terrier Club

Sunday 16th March 2025

First and foremost, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the committee of the West of England Bull Terrier Club for the honour and privilege of judging today’s show. It is always a pleasure to be entrusted with such a responsibility, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity.A heartfelt thank you also goes to the exhibitors for bringing their dogs and allowing me the chance to go over their exhibits. It is never taken for granted how much time, effort, and dedication goes into preparing these wonderful dogs for the ring.I was pleased with the overall standard presented today. There was quality across the board, and it was a joy to assess a breed I hold in such high regard. The atmosphere was warm and sporting, and I thoroughly enjoyed my day with you all.

Best in Show – ADMIRIL COMET

Reserve Best in Show – KARMARA’S KINGS RANSOM

Best Pup in Show – ADMIRIL COMET

Best Veteran in Show – LOUKA MASKED MAIDEN

Best Dog – ADMIRIL COMET

Reserve Best Dog – KARMARA’S KINGS RANSOM

Best Puppy Dog – ADMIRIL COMET

Best Bitch – RAZORSEDGE ARE YOU READY

Reserve Best Bitch – TOPFUEL TANGO

Best Puppy Bitch – ISLASONBULLS PATIENCE

Class 1 – Puppy Dog (3,1)

1st Mr P Tate – ADMIRAL COMET

A well-balanced, eye-catching youngster full of breed type and promise. Head is developing beautifully—long, deep, well-filled with a sweeping profile, strong underjaw, and good bite. Dark, well-placed eyes and neat ears complete a keen expression. Strong, clean neck into a well-laid shoulder. Straight front with good bone and tight feet. Compact body with a level topline, short back, and well-angulated rear giving purposeful, balanced movement. Shown in excellent condition; with more handler confidence, the overall picture will shine even brighter. A very promising young male with a bright future ahead. It is with great pleasure to award him Best Puppy in Show and Best in Show.

2nd Mrs J Pope – RAZORSEDGE BERRY LANE AT TEGENBULL

Head has nice length with a gentle arc and good underjaw, but not the strength, fill, or profile of the winner. Expression is pleasing, with dark, well-placed eyes and correctly set ears. Well-constructed throughout, with a straight front, strong bone, and tight, tidy feet. Neck is clean and muscular, leading into a well-laid shoulder and a short, level back. Rear is well angulated, allowing for smooth, driven movement that was sound and purposeful.

Class 2 – Junior Dog (3,1)

1stMrs S Beckinsale – TEIRWGWYN FULLY LOADED AT CYWBULLYS

Well-shaped head showing excellent length, depth, and fill. Lovely profile with a keen expression from dark, well-placed eyes and correctly set ears. Good bite and strong underjaw. Front is straight when standing, with adequate bone and neat feet, front movement could be cleaner with a tending to lose accuracy coming toward. Body is well balanced with a clean neck & level topline. Rear is well angulated and muscular, providing good drive.

2nd Mrs & Mr S & N Bunce & Holkham – KIRKVILLE SUCCESSION

Head has decent length and a gentle profile but lacks the strength and fill of the winner. Would prefer better ear placement to enhance the expression, eyes are dark and well-shaped. Front is straight with enough bone. Well rounded boy with marked spring of rib, enough bent of stifle with good second thigh. Movement was ok which then improved when moving in the next class.

Class 3 – Novice Dog (3,1)

1st Mrs & Mr S & N Bunce & Holkham – KIRKVILLE SUCCESSION

See 2nd Junior Dog.

Class 4 – Post Graduate Dog (2,1)

1st Mrs & Mr E & L Robinson – KARMARA’S KINGS RANSOM

Head is well-shaped with excellent length, depth, and fill, complemented by a strong underjaw, correct bite, and a lovely sweeping profile. Keen expression from dark, well-placed eyes and correctly set ears adds to the overall appeal. Neck is clean and well arched, flowing smoothly into a firm, level topline. Straight front with adequate bone and tidy feet, level topline with ample rib. Rear is well angulated and muscular with well-defined second thigh, driving him around the ring with purpose. Reserve best dog.

Class 5 – Limit Dog (2,1)

1st Miss & Mr T & D Hosking & Mitchell – VILLENSIA WILDEST DREAMS

Another quality male who pushed hard for top honours. Presents a balanced outline with a strong, masculine frame. Head has good length and profile with a pleasing arc, Expression is alert and intelligent, with well-shaped eyes & correct ears. Neck is strong and well-muscled, leading into a solid, well-constructed body with a level topline and decent rib. Front is straight with enough bone and neat feet. Rear is well developed with good angulation and muscle tone, allowing for steady, parallel movement with moderate drive.

Class 6 – Open Dog (1,1)

Class 7 – Veteran Dog (1,1)

Class 8 – Puppy Bitch (6,1)

1st Mrs & Mr E & L Robinson – ISLASONBULLS PATIENCE

A beautifully balanced and very promising young bitch. Feminine yet strong, with a lovely outline and excellent breed type. Head is well filled with good length and a smooth, curved profile, strong underjaw, and correct bite. Expression is sharp and alert, enhanced by dark, well-placed eyes and correctly set ears, which she used well throughout. Neck is long, clean, and arched, flowing into well-laid shoulders and. Her chest is particularly impressive for age—broad and deep, with good width of brisket. Straight front with excellent bone and tight, well-arched feet. Rear is well-muscled with correct angulation, balanced movement. Delighted to award her first place today and best puppy bitch

2nd Mr & Mrs J & F Horton – VETSBULLIES MY BABY DOES ME

Another quality young bitch who pushed the winner closely. Presents a lovely outline with good balance and overall type. Head has a gentle profile with decent length and underjaw. Eyes are dark and well placed, giving a feminine expression; ears are correctly set. Neck is clean and of good length, chest is developing well, with good width and depth for age. Straight front with enough bone and neat, compact feet. Rear is well angulated and muscular, allowing for sound, steady movement.

Class 9 – Junior Bitch (2,2)

Class 10 – Novice Bitch (4,1)

1st Mr L & R Cheek– TOPFUEL TANGO

Eye-catching bitch who exudes character and ring presence. Head is strong, filled with depth and width, finished with a correct bite and strong underjaw. Expression is bright and keen, from well-shaped dark eyes and correctly set, erect ears, used to full advantage. Neck is strong, clean, and flows smoothly into a well-laid shoulder. Chest is deep and broad, with plenty of forechest and rib. Straight front with good bone and tight, cat-like feet. Topline is level and maintained on the move. Rear is muscular and well angulated, providing powerful, purposeful movement with drive and balance. Presented in excellent condition and handled with confidence. Full of spirit and presence, and very worthy of her first place today & reserve best bitch.

2nd Mrs A Sakkas – SHEADANADES MIGHTY MEDUSA

A very typey and well-made bitch with plenty of quality and presence. She shares many of the attributes of the winner, with a strong, feminine head showing good length, profile, and fill. Correct bite, keen expression from dark eyes, and well-set ears used to good effect. Neck is strong, chest is broad with good depth and rib, and she stands on a straight front with enough bone and tidy feet. Rear is well muscled with good angulation, giving sound, driving movement. A very honest, balanced bitch who pushed hard today, but I just preferred the overall finish of the first-place winner. Nonetheless, a quality exhibit who should continue to do well.

Class 11 – Post Graduate Bitch (1,0)

1st Mr & Mrs L Adamson – NEVERNIGHTS LITTLE CROW

A nicely put-together bitch. Head has enough length and a gentle profile with enough fill, Eyes are well-shaped, and ears are correctly set and used well. Neck is of fair length, leading into a level topline and a chest that is developing with reasonable depth. Front is straight with adequate bone and tidy feet. Rear is moderately angulated with good muscle. Movement was steady in all directions.

Class 12 – Limit Bitch (3,2)

1st Mrs & Mr J S & K S Pope – VILLENSIA PINK GRAPEFRUIT

A balanced, quality bitch with excellent breed type and presence. Head is well filled with good length and a smooth profile, strong underjaw, correct bite, and keen expression. Clean neck flows into well-laid shoulders and a level topline. Chest is deep and broad, front straight with good bone and tidy feet. Muscular, well-angulated rear provides purposeful movement. Shown in excellent condition.

Class 13 – Open Bitch (4,2)

1st Miss E Pullen – RAZOREDGE ARE YOU READY

A beautiful bitch who impressed throughout with her overall quality and balance. She possesses a well-shaped head, showing good fill and length, complemented by a keen and intelligent expression. Her neck is clean and well arched, flowing smoothly into well-laid shoulders and a level topline. Her chest is deep and well developed, with ample width and good spring of rib. The front is straight with strong bone and tight, well-arched feet. The rear is muscular and well angulated, providing powerful drive and effortless, sound movement around the ring. Presented in superb condition and handled with confidence, she demonstrated true breed type and outstanding movement. A deserving winner of the open class and ultimately best bitch.

2nd Mr P Campbell – CLANSMANN FLAME OF GLORY

A quality bitch showing good overall balance and breed type. She has a well-shaped head with pleasing fill and a bright expression. Neck and shoulders are clean and well set, with a level topline and a deep chest. Front is straight with adequate bone and neat feet. The rear is well muscled and angulated; however, her movement behind was just a little close at times, which affected her overall drive and fluidity compared to the winner. Handled confidently and presented in good condition. A very honest exhibit with much to like but just edged out today on rear movement.

Class 14 – Veteran Bitch (4,2)

1st Miss K Malden– LOUKA MASKED MAIDEN

A lovely veteran bitch showing good breed type and character. She has a well-shaped head with pleasing length and fill, complemented by a kind, alert expression. Her eyes are clear and dark, with ears correctly set. She moved well for her years, covering the ground steadily and with purpose, though not quite with the drive of the younger exhibits. Presented in good condition and handled with care, she showed true quality and experience in the ring. A credit to her age and a fine example of the breed.

2nd Miss E Pullen – BLAZINBULLYS SWEET SURPRISE AT RAZOREDGE

A well-balanced veteran bitch with a pleasing head showing good shape and expression. Eyes are bright and ears well set, though could be more expressive to enhance overall presence. She moved steadily and soundly around the ring but did not quite match the drive and fluidity of the first. Good rear angulation and topline supported her movement, which was honest and purposeful. Presented in good condition and handled confidently. A very respectable veteran who ran the winner close but lacked that extra sparkle in movement today.

Judge: Philip Fricker (Calavey)