Belfast Dog Show Society

Belfast Dog Show Society 2026 - Royal Kennel Club Breeders Competition.

A.V. Hound Breeders' Competition (1)

1st. Jaime & Nicky Nevison - BIKquest –lovely team of 3 Ridgebacks which displayed athletic symmetry, classic heads, matching temperaments, and uniform, high-quality ridges. On the move, they were synchronized, powerful, and free-striding, displaying that clean, ground-covering reach and efficient drive that a true hound requires.

 A.V. Terrier Breeders' Competition (2,1)

1st. Mr Cw and Mrs Cl Satherley – Silkcroft – This team of Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers exuded superb breed type from every angle, defining the breed’s main hallmark, that of a distinctively soft, wavy, flowing coat. They had identical square silhouettes, balanced heads, and uniform colour. On the move, they were a joy to watch—perfectly synchronized, moving with great freedom, clean reach, and powerful rear drive, all while maintaining their balanced outlines effortlessly.

A.V. Gundog Breeders' Competition (1)

1st. Mrs T & Miss S Westwood – EUSANIT – A lovely trio of Duck Tollers that showed uniformity in size, a wedge-shaped head, a water-repellent double coat in varying shades of red or orange, and an overall athletic, high-energy silhouette. They are compact, powerful build and moved with a synchronized, ground-covering gait that displays the breed's natural agility.

A.V. Utility Breeders' Competition (1)

1st. Mrs E & Mr R Campbell – Kuanyin – This team of Chows displayed consistency of breed type, a uniform square silhouette, and an identical expression of the breed's signature scowl. Matching bone density, uniform head proportions, and a shared, synchronized stilted gait in total harmony, demonstrating excellent soundness and clean breathing.

A.V. Toy Breeders' Competition (3,1)

1st. Mrs Anne Halls – Jorazan – a team of Smooth Coat Chihuahuas that mimics the breed's miniature scale without sacrificing essential soundness. They displayed uniformity in size, matching apple-domed heads, large flaring ears, and a level topline on compact, slightly longer-than-tall bodies and a synchronized, high-stepping, spirited gait that displays collective confidence.

2nd. Jeanene Mc Closkey – Ardmoyles – Bichon team that displayed identical, expertly prepared white coats with the correct coarse texture, coupled with a synchronized, effortless movement where all dogs carried their heads and plumey tails with identical pride.

A.V. Working Breeders' Competition (1)

1st. Lisa Webb – Shalissa – this Dobermann team displayed athletic symmetry, proud and aristocratic carriage, and absolute consistency of substance and silhouette. They sport identical clean-cut wedge heads, uniform bone density, good straight fronts with neat, well arched feet and a synchronized, powerful, ground-covering gait that reflects the breed's working heritage. 

A.V. Pastoral Breeders' Competition (1)

1st. Miss Sarah Gibbons – Wispafete – a group of Australian Shepherds of balanced athletic proportions, strong working structure, and an identical expression of the breed's keen, intelligent gaze, displaying matching bone density, uniform moderate heads, and a completely synchronized, smooth, ground-covering gait that looks ready for a day's work on the ranch.

Frank Borg

Malta