Belfast Dog Show Society

Belfast Dog Show Society - 2026 - Special Beginner Groups:

Gundog:

1st: Brothwell ‘s Annilann Da Business at Wissant JW, Spaniel (Cocker), compact b/r dog

pleasing head and a gentle, affectionate expression, good layback of shoulders, deep brisket and correct feet, good topline and tailset, sound hind quarters, moved very well.

2nd: Clark’s Flanova Freebird, Breed: Retriever (Flat Coated) (Mr B & Mrs L Clark) nice masculine head with good eye shape and colour, well-placed ears, good neck, good forechest, Masculine head, nice eye, neat ears, good neck, nice ribs, good forechest, well ribbed, good top-line and tail set, well-constructed moderate quarters, presented in good condition, moved well. 

3rd: Hafwenna How You Doin, Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer (Ms C Gray)

Hound:

1st: Derdledash Skyfall at Dakotadax JW, Breed: Dachshund (Wire-Haired) (Miss A Dickinson) –was surprised in seeing her compete in this class, very nice bitch full of breed type, well-balanced and with all the correct angles fore and aft. Nice feminine head sporting an intelligent expression, clean neck blending into well-placed shoulders, deep chest, nice bone and correct legs & feet, good ground clearance, excellent topline which she maintained on the move, correct tail set, well-muscled hindquarters, moved very well.

2nd: Shulune Born to Be A Legend, Breed: Whippet (Miss E Stuart) – nothing exaggerated on this dog, well-balanced having a nice outline. Good head proportions, nice chest, good front, nice tuck-up, correct topline and tail set, well-angulated fore and aft, moves with good reach and drive.

3rd: Bikquest Sunshine Ember JW, Breed: Rhodesian Ridgeback (Mrs N Nevison)

4th: Enchanting Snowy, Breed: Greyhound (Ms F Devlin)

Terrier:

1st: Kewhaigh Confession, Breed: Border Terrier (Mrs N A Cummins) - 

well-balanced dog of pleasing size and outline. Good head proportions, correct dental alignment, moderate length of neck, correct front and straight forelegs and well-padded feet. Deep ribs which extends well-back, well-developed quarters in good muscle tone. Well-presented in a good harsh double coat. True and sound movement fore and aft.   

2nd: Aixit Baron Moley, Breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Miss Km Mackay) – liked his masculine head with good depth of skull and correct muzzle to head ratio, deep stop, well-developed cheeks, correct mouth with a strong underjaw, dark eye and correct rose-ears. Good front with tidy feet and well-boned, good shoulders, good depth of brisket, level topline, short coupled, well-developed quarters. Moves with a powerful drive.

3rd: Lagdenfarm Hocus, Breed: Jack Russell Terrier (Ms R Hamar)

Working:

1st: Shalissa's Dolce An Gabanna, Breed: Dobermann (Miss J Weaver) – Squarely built stylish young male, masculine well-proportioned head, well-developed forechest, stands on straight well boned feet, beautiful neck and topline leading to short loins and high set tail, correctly angulated front and rear, lovely movement.

Pastoral:

1st: Calkylona Midnite Shadow, Breed: Bearded Collie (Mr B & Mrs J Costello) - Lovely slate dog having good overall proportions and a lovely profile, masculine head with dark eye and correct dentition. Good forechest, standing on good feet, well-ribbed, short loin, matching front and rear angulations, strong back-end with short hocks. Moved straight back and forth with a level top line.

2nd: Awfullycute Cardinal Rule, Breed: Australian Shepherd (Ms Niamh Casey) - well-presented, upstanding young male of good medium size and bone. Clean-cut, dry head with almond-shaped eyes with clear pigmentation. He possesses a firm, level topline and a deep chest with well-sprung ribs. Agile and light on his feet, moved well.

3rd: Cardigan Bay, Breed: Welsh Corgi (Pembroke) (Ms L Roper)

4th: Lisjovia Crowning Glory at Casiann, Breed: Pyrenean Mountain Dog (Mrs A Cave)

Utility:

1st: Shenedene Serendipity, Breed: Lhasa Apso (Mrs H J Brown) - An outstanding exhibit which surprised me seeing her in this class. She possesses a beautifully balanced head with a moderately narrow skull, a distinct but not exaggerated stop, and dark, expressive eyes showing a keen, intelligent look. Correct reverse-scissor bite with a strong, wide underjaw. Loved her neck and shoulder placement, with a beautifully reaching forehand flowing into a firm, level topline that was held perfectly both standing and on the move. Good depth of brisket, well-sprung ribs and excellent loin. High-set tail carried elegantly over the back. Very well presented in good coat. She moved with that characteristic arrogant gait, showing great drive from the rear and effortless reach in front. Can easily say this must have been the best exhibit I've gone over throughout all the SB Groups this weekend.

2nd: Santicana Blue Sensation, Breed: Chow Chow (Lord M Pulis) – blue bitch sporting a pleasing, balanced outline. Feminine head with a broad, flat skull and a well-filled muzzle that is entirely free from excessive facial wrinkling or heavy nose rolls. Short, compact body and a strong, level topline. Nice bone and feet, correct angulations. Moved well.

3rd: Gser Jinpa Namkha to Gajarkot, Breed: Tibetan Terrier (Mrs C & Mr S Lay-Flurrie)

4th: Starianna Pantson Fire, Breed: Poodle (Miniature) (Miss R Duguid)

Toy:

1st: Mariposa Cavalier's Pico Bello at Hamhoggs (Imp Pol), Breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (Mrs F & Mr D Hamilton & Hogg) - This dog presented a lovely outline both standing and moving. Well-proportioned head with large dark eyes and well-set ears. Good lay of shoulder and good depth of chest. Good spring of ribs and short loin. Well-muscled and angulated hindquarters which allowed him to move out well and soundly. Full of soundness and substance. Very well presented.

2nd: Newtonwood Rock with You, Breed: Havanese (Miss A & Mr J Carter & Chadburn) – Of good size, super head and expression, broad skull, nice large dark eyes, this dog sports a well balanced body, good topline, sight rise over the loin, high tail set and carriage, soft silky wavy coat, well presented in super condition. Very stylish mover.

3rd: Sunlea Minnie The Minx, Breed: Pug (Mr R J Cogan)

Frank Borg

Malta