South Western & Wales Poodle Club

28-03-2026.

Allison Taite-Shoosmith

Thank you to the committee for inviting me to judge at the South Western and Wales Poodle Club. I would like to thank them for their hospitality and for the opportunity to judge Miniature Poodles. I thoroughly enjoyed my appointment and was honoured to award Challenge Certificates for the first time.A big thank you to my steward too Sandra who kept my ring running smoothly.

 I would also like to thank the exhibitors for bringing their dogs under me, which provided me with a fabulous entry. I was particularly pleased with the quality of exhibits in many of the classes, making for an enjoyable and rewarding day of judging.

Baby puppy bitch (1,0) 1st Dilworth Mrs J MrT WILLOW SHADOWFALL WITH GUILLERO Pretty black bitch with a pleasing outline and overall shape. Her coat is coming along nicely, with good texture . She was a little unsure of being gone over today, not wanting to put her tail up on the move but once she settled she moved soundly . Still very much a baby, with plenty of time to mature and develop .

MP Dog (3,2) 1st Lister Miss C A CALMARIC PLAY IT AGAIN seven -month-old black dog with a pleasing head, masculine without being coarse. Well balanced throughout, with good front angulation and a strong neck, enabling him to carry himself well on the move.Short in back , with a good tail set . A super coat for his age, showing excellent texture and condition. Well presented and expertly handled.

Puppy Dog (1,0) 1st Lister Miss C A CALMARIC PLAY IT AGAIN

Junior (3,3)

Post Graduate (4,1) 1st Cherry Mrs B J SHANANDI DARK N’ HANDSOME Upstanding male with a refined head and ample chin. Well-laid-back shoulders allowed him to carry his head correctly on the move.Short in back with a well sprung ribcage A little close behind today , however he possesses sufficient quality and breed type, which was enough to win the class.

2nd Walker Mrs A H RAEANNES BLACK VELVET JW Another upstanding black male with lots to like. Well balanced throughout, with a good back-skull and ample length of neck. His body is nicely ribbed, and he has well-sloped shoulder . He has a good coat, which was presented well .Will no doubt change places .

3rd Cookson Mrs M D, Miss C M &Mr D MICHANDY CAPPUCHINO TIME WITH CLAUMAUR

LIMIT DOG (4,0) 1ST Wells Ms J. VOLGARUS PEOPLE PLEASER WITH MONTRAVIA. Quality black of lovely shape. Excellent front construction, with a well-angulated rear and good bend of stifle. Good depth of body and a crisp, well-textured coat. Moved soundly with good carriage, maintaining his outline on the move. Well handled and presented to a high standard.

2nd Dyer& Grindey S & Mr R REGULAS BLACK MALRICEY Another quality dog with a pleasing expression. Tight-fitting lips and a well-defined chin. Good length of neck, leading into a compact and balanced outline. Moderately angulated throughout, with a well-set tail carried correctly. Moved soundly and with style, maintaining his top line on the move. Well handled and presented, will change places I’m sure on another day .

3rd Church Miss L JOLEENA MAGNIFIQUE PIERRE JW

Open dog (6,2) 1st Lee-Morris Mr A CH MICHANDY IT’S SHOWTIME AT PUPSTAR JW Well what can I say? A stunning two-year-old dog, so beautifully balanced throughout. Long, clean head , dark eye , well-set ears with long leathers, and an excellent expression. Clean in front with well-laid shoulders and well angulated throughout. He moved with effortless ease, maintaining his outline at all times. Presented in superb coat and condition and an absolute pleasure to go over. A worthy winner .CC and BOB .

I was delighted to see him later go Best in Show. An absolute credit to his owner.

2nd Bruce Mrs F AM CH PIEDMONT’S JAMES BOND WITH DONASKA (imp. USA) Another quality white dog. Beautiful head, dark pigment .Well angulated behind, with good ribbing and depth of body. He has a crisp, well-textured coat and moved soundly with good carriage. Presented a beautiful overall shape when stacked, showing balance and breed type throughout. RDCC. I was absolutely delighted to learn afterwards that this award gave him his title today. A very worthy CH

3rd Beck Mr M & Mrs V A MALDAVALE BIELSA

Open AOC (3,2) 1st Lunnun-Turner Mrs H CH ARROWFLIGHT HARVEST MOON JW. Quality dog and such a worthy Champion. Lovely shape, with excellent front construction and a well-angulated rear. Good width and depth of body, combined with a crisp, well-textured coat. Moved soundly with good carriage, maintaining his balanced outline at all times. Beautifully handled and presented.

 Veteran (2,1) Lister Miss C A CALMARIC ONE FOR THE MONEY JW VW. Although he stood alone in the class, a real credit to his owner. He has a beautiful head with a lovely dark eye, giving a pleasing expression. Short in back and well balanced, with a well-angulated rear with good muscle tone. He moved well around the ring, holding his topline at all times .Beautifully presented and showing excellent soundness for his age. A delightful veteran who was a pleasure to judge .Pleased to see him go Best veteran in show.

MP Bitch (6,1)1st Grindey Dyer& Loakes Mr R, Mr S &Mrs S MALRICEY DIANA FLOSS Pretty youngster,Very compact, she has a good depth of body and well sprung rib for age .Nicely balanced , with a good top line Good feet.Confident and happy. Moved and handled beautifully just at the right pace .Shows great promise .

2nd Sweet Miss G MINAMIA ETERNAL DESTINY Another pretty bitch .Femine head , pleasing expression.Well constructed with good shoulders .Good reach of neck . Moved holding her top line at all times . Shown and handled well. Just felt she didn’t have the poodle character today .Still lots to like about her just needs time to mature .

3RD Wells Ms J VOLGARUS DON’T BE SHY

Puppy bitch (5,0) 1st Bruce Mrs F STARIANNA IT’S ALL ABOUT ME AND DONASKA Beautiful puppy with such a pretty, feminine head. She has a good layback of shoulder and a nicely angulated rear, giving her a balanced and attractive outline. Still very young, but she shows so much promise and will no doubt have a bright future . A real showgirl, she moved around the ring as if to say, “Look at me, I’m here!” Full of confidence and character, she stood out in this class . I absolutely loved her BPB BP in breed .Was delighted to see her go RESERVE BEST PUPPY IN SHOW .

2ND Sweet Miss G MINAMIA ETERNAL DESTINY

3rd Bird MissD MINAMIA DESTINY’S PROMISE AT LADERAMS

Junior bitch (2,0)

1st Lunnun-Turner & Dumont,Mrs H & Miss Y ARROWFLIGHT LUCK BE A LADY WITH SIRENSONG Smaller in type but very feminine, with a lovely overall outline. Long, refined head, well chiselled throughout with a correct chin and dark almond eyes. Good length of neck, well-bodied with a correct tail set and strong hindquarters. Moved with great style and carriage. Beautifully presented . RCC

2ND Young Miss K A CHESTERHILL BURNING LOVE FOR ANORIEN

Pretty head with a small, dark eye, giving a lovely expression. Lovely shape , well angulated,in good body condition. .Has a crisp well textured coat .Moved soundly with good carriage . Handled and presented beautifully .Lots to like about her .Just needs time, not as mature as my winner today .

Novice bitch (2,1)

1st King Miss S LOTTIES PRINCESS Pretty red bitch ,nice head good feet. Moved well when settled. Correct angles front and rear .Would like more body . Shown in a shorter trim today .

PG Bitch (5,0 )

1st Kitchener Miss J MICHANDY TIME AFTER TIME JW A well-presented feminine black bitch with a beautiful outline. She has a long, refined head with a soft appealing expression, correct chin.Well shaped dark eyes. Good reach of neck flowing into a short back, with excellent body , correct tail set. She moves stylishly and effortlessly, carrying herself with great presence. Beautiful outline when stacked. Presented and handled to perfection. Another quality bitch from this kennel. I was pleased to award her the CC.

2nd Dumont Miss Y C RAEANNES MAI TAI FOR SIRENSONG JW. Smaller in type to my winner. A very pretty, feminine bitch with a correctly proportioned head and lovely eye shape. Reachy neck, correct angles front and back.She has a profuse coat with a crisp texture and a well-set tail. Beautifully handled and presented. Lots to like about her.

3RD Tate Mrs L & Miss L TATALENA ROCK N’ROLL STAR JW.

LIMIT (1,0)

1st Tate Mrs E ARROWFLIGHT DEBUDANTE Although stood alone a very Pretty bitch with a good head and eye. Nicely made throughout, with a well-muscled body, good loin, and a well-angled rear. Good feet. She moves keeping her top line at all times .Beautifully presented and handled .

Open (1,0)

1ST Holmes – Leak Mrs E CH JOLEENA’S IN EXCELSIS WITH NAVARRE JW. A beautiful bitch, Pretty head with a dark eye. Well made throughout and correctly angulated, standing on good feet. Well set tail .She is a worthy champion with so much to admire. Well balanced in construction, with a good front, strong body, and short back. A more tailored presentation with less coat might enhance her overall balance and outline. That said, she is a bitch of real quality.

Special open AOC black or white (4,2)

1st Tate Mrs L & Miss L RIVER STARLIGHT AT TATALENA

Smaller in type , shown in a shorter trim . She has a pretty head and eye. Moved well keeping her top line .Good reach of neck .Well bodied and muscled .Beautifully handled and presented by her young handler.

2ND King Miss S LOTTIES PRINCESS