Goosnargh & Longridge Agricultural Society

GOOSNARGH & LONGRIDGE AGRICULTIRAL SOCIETY

OPEN SHOW SATURDAY 5th JULY 2025

LONGRIDGE SHOW-GROUND LOWER LANE, LONGRIDGE, NR PRESTON, LANCS, PR3 3SL

I would like to express my sincere thanks to the Society for the kind invitation to judge the Gundog breeds today, specifically the Flat-Coated Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and Labrador Retrievers, at this prestigious event. A heartfelt thank you also goes out to the exhibitors who presented their wonderful dogs and graciously accepted my placings.

I must extend my appreciation to David Bumford and Tracey Sheppard for their excellent stewardship and for ensuring the ring ran smoothly throughout the day. While it was unfortunate that some were unable to attend, it was nonetheless a rewarding experience, and I was pleased with my placings.

Thank you again to all involved for making the day a success!

RETRIEVER GOLDEN

So many beautiful Golden dogs and bitches today all placing’s could have easily changed on a different day.

PUPPY (4.2a)

1ST BP – PG3 TAYLOR & TENN, MISS C & MR M, - STRETTONHILLS HOITY TOITY

8½-month-old pale golden bitch who caught my eye immediately. A confident, stylish youngster who moved out with purpose and ease, maintaining a level topline and correct tail carriage throughout. She is beautifully balanced in profile with a feminine, well-proportioned head, soft expression, dark eyes, and excellent pigmentation. She has a clean reach of neck flowing into well-laid shoulders and a strong topline. Well-constructed front and rear with a pleasing bend of stifle and straight hocks. Presented in superb coat and condition. A promising puppy with a bright future.

2ND TAYLOR & TENN, MISS C A & MR M, - NON-STOP DUNCAN MACLEOD FROM STRETTONHILL

(IMP HUN)

Another lovely pale golden puppy whom I’ve had the pleasure of judging before. Now 9½ months old, this young dog continues to impress. He has a handsome, masculine head that is well-balanced and not overdone, with dark brown eyes and a kind, friendly expression. Good length of neck set into well-laid shoulders. He is short-coupled with a straight front, good bone, and neat, tight feet. Nicely balanced overall with pleasing proportions. Just preferred the movement of the winner on the day, but a quality young male with much to like. 

JUNIOR (4.3A)

1ST TAYLOR & TENN, MISS C & MR M, - STRETTONHILLS HOITY TOITY

SEE CRITIQUE IN PUPPY

SPECIAL YEARLING (4.2a)

1st RILEY, MRS S F – WYLLOH PADDINGTON BEAR JW

17- month old mid-golden dog, presented in lovely coat and condition. He has a masculine, well-chiselled head with a soft expression. Clean, muscular neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. Straight forelegs with excellent bone and neat, cat-like feet. Well-balanced overall, with a good bend of stifle and straight hocks. Moved soundly and with purpose around the ring, maintaining his topline on the move. A well-presented, quality young male.

2ND SCOTT-BRIGGS, MESSRS A & I - LARGYMORE RAVAGIER JW

Golden dog approaching 2 years old. Masculine head with a broader skull than the winner, nicely chiselled without being coarse, and showing a kind, gentle expression. Presented in good coat with lovely feathering. Clean neck flowing into well-laid shoulders and a level topline. Balanced with ample length of leg, good bone, and neat feet. Covered the ground with ease and purpose, maintaining a pleasing outline.

POST GRADUATE (3.2a)

1ST BOB - MAGSON, MR K & MRS S, - CASTLEGOLDEN CLASSY GIRL JW

Pale Golden bitch 2 ¼ year old very attentive with her handler, nicely presented in good condition, wavy coat with good feathering. Appealing feminine head with dark brown eyes pigment colour and shape. She has a clean reach of neck, well laid shoulders, level topline and correct set on tail. Nicely balanced through the body, deep well sprung ribs. Forelegs are straight with good bone and feet. muscular second thighs and bend of stifle. She moved with good drive and tail carriage around the ring.

OPEN (4.2a)  

Both bitch’s in this class deserved a first place both equal qualities and places could have easily changed on a different day

1ST SCOTT- BRIGGS, MESSRS A &I - LARGYMORE LINE DANCER

4¼-year-old mid-golden bitch of lovely type, presented in excellent coat and condition. Feminine head with gentle chiselling, dark eyes and a soft, intelligent expression. Clean reach of neck into well-laid shoulders, firm topline, and well-sprung ribs. Straight front with ample bone and tight, cat-like feet. Well-angled quarters with good muscle tone and a pleasing bend of stifle. Moved soundly maintaining a pleasing topline and tail carriage.

2ND RILEY, MRS S F – JASROLYN DOE RAY ME AMONG WYLLOH JW

2¼-year-old bitch of lovely quality and type. Feminine throughout, with a well-balanced head, dark expressive eyes, and a gentle, kind expression. Clean reach of neck flowing into well-constructed shoulders and a firm topline. Straight front with good bone and neat feet. Nicely angulated quarters with a pleasing bend of stifle. Moved soundly with drive, holding her shape on the move. Another quality bitch who pushed hard for top honours.