Birmingham Dog Show Society Ltd

SBD (2)

1 Geordele Born Free (Kellett)

A well-balanced gold dog of pleasing type who presents a clean outline. He carries a masculine head with a kind yet typical expression, good length of neck into a firm topline. Sound proportions with adequate angulation fore and aft, though a little more ribbing and strength over the croup would enhance his overall picture. Stands true with correct feet and maintains a steady, purposeful gait though drive outweighs reach. Well handled and presented.

2 Sitana Soul Fire (Smith)

A well-constructed exhibit with many correct breed features. A pleasing head with correct eye shape and colour, low-set ears, and a good length of neck leading into well-laid shoulders. Her topline is level, supported by adequate bone and a well-muscled frame, with a correctly set tail. Demonstrates reach and drive, although her movement could be more consistent. Overall, sound and typy with plenty to like.

MPD (1)

1 Unstoppable You’re Welcome ((Muir)

A very promising youngster who shows confidence beyond his age. He has a refined masculine head with a good underjaw and dark eye, giving a pleasing expression. His construction is balanced with a deep chest, level topline, and correct tail carriage. Still developing in body obviously but he uses himself well on the move with a positive attitude and good muscle tone. One to watch as he comes together.

PD (1)

1 stani Robert De Niro ((Kirk & Mottershaw)

A promising youngster who is well up on leg and displays pleasing overall proportions. His head is attractive with a good eye and expression, and he shows a balanced construction with depth developing nicely. He has a sound framework, matched angulation, and quality to suggest a bright future.

JD (5,1)

1 Cloudside Black Hawk (Moore)

A quality black and tan male of excellent proportions who immediately appeals for type and balance. His masculine head is a strong feature, enhanced by correct eye shape. Very well constructed throughout, with a strong neck, good shoulder placement, and balanced angulation. He has good depth of chest and super top line, with prominent pin bones and correct tail carriage. Demonstrates an impressive, ground-covering stride of true to type style and order with strength and purpose. A youngster of superb promise who combines quality with attitude. RCC.

2 Cloudside Red Sky over Shimalma (Newton)

A masculine dog with a well-proportioned frame and pleasing breed characteristics. His head is of good length with a defined occiput, and he carries a correct eye and expression. He has a strong neck into well-placed shoulders. A little more return would finish his front better. Good bone, straight forelegs, and well-developed hindquarters with adequate angulation. Moves well when settled, showing balance and purpose, and presented in excellent coat and condition.

PGD (8,4)

1 Cloudside Ebony Prince at Johda JW (Bellringer)

A stylish young dog who immediately catches the eye for his presence and movement. He has a well-proportioned head with correct eye and expression, and a strong neck flowing into clean shoulders. His construction is sound, with good depth of chest, firm topline, and well-developed hindquarters. Would benefit from a little more body weight and he can lose his topline slightly, but excels on the move, showing a light, springy and effortless action. A very promising exhibit with natural showmanship.

2 Chinzaes Tartan Tiger (Gleed & McPherson)

A classic red brindle male who excels in type and overall balance. He presents a striking outline with a well-crafted head and true Afghan expression. Soundly constructed throughout, with good depth of chest, well-sprung ribs, and strong loin. His angulation is balanced, and he stands over plenty of ground with correct bone and low hocks. On the move he is particularly impressive, covering the ground with ease and maintaining a stylish carriage. A quality hound in excellent condition.

3. Way Up Portofino (Imp It) (Reed)

LD (7)

1 Shimalma Jagermeister (Newton)

An elegant cream dog of a pleasing and balanced type. He has a refined and detailed head with characteristic expression, carried on a long, graceful neck into well-set shoulders. Outline is clean and balanced, supported by good ribbing and strong hindquarters. He is in excellent coat and muscular condition. He presents a very pleasing picture. Moves with an easy stride and maintains his outline.

2 Zendushkas Take That (Hitch)

A typy dog with excellent proportions and a very stylish overall appearance. His head while refined conveys a pleasing expression through dark,correct shaped eyes. He has a good length of neck and straight forelegs, though his shoulder placement could be better. On the move he shows length of stride, carriage, and style with presence.

3 Zendushkas Born To Run Isjulees (Drage)

OD (5)

1 Ch Tahkira Affogato (Imp) (Millward, Race & Ferguson)

A high-quality, mature dog presenting an excellent example of the breed. His head is bold yet refined, with correct expression, carried on a long, elegant neck. He is well constructed throughout, with balanced angulation, deep chest, and strong topline. In superb condition, he moves with effortless reach and drive, maintaining a commanding outline and stylish carriage. A standout exhibit of great merit. Today my CC winner.

2 Ch Popovs Aladdin at Sarakhan (Imp) (Pascoe)

A very typy dog with a handsome, lean head, good detail and the characteristic Afghan expression. His long neck flows into well-laid shoulders, with a pleasing return of upper arm and good depth of chest. He is perhaps a fraction long in body and could show more definition through the topline and croup when standing, but he comes together impressively on the move. There he holds an excellent outline, showing smooth, springy action, reach, drive and natural carriage. Presented in excellent order and a pleasure to watch.

3 Ch Syrdarya Darjeeling Chai of Siimkhan (James)

VD (3,1)

1 Pashtari Lord Tennyson Tokando JW (Winters)

A masculine yet elegant dog who combines strength with refinement. His head is well proportioned with correct eye and expression, and he carries a strong neck into well-placed shoulders with excellent return of upper arm. He has quality bone, a firm topline, and well-muscled hindquarters with correct angulation. His movement is a strong point, showing reach and drive while maintaining balance and outline. Presented in excellent coat and condition.

2 Jo-kins Pineapples Have Peelings Too

A mature and well-balanced black male with a pleasing outline both standing and moving He has an attractive head with a strong muzzle and good expression, carried on a well-shaped neck. His body is firm, substantial even, with good ribbing and a strong loin, and he stands on well-constructed limbs. Moves soundly with good coverage and is well presented.

SBB (0)

MPB (1)

1 Unstoppable Colors of The Wind of Zantescwtch (McLoughlin)

A very feminine youngster who combines elegance with correct breed type. Her head is well proportioned with a prominent occiput and characteristic expression, supported on a good neck and well-laid shoulders. She has a level topline and a well-set tail. Slightly light in body but balanced in construction with good angulation. Moves freely with confidence and a smooth, ground-covering stride. A promising baby who should have a very bright career.

PB (1)

1 Istani Liza Minelli with Finkime (Kirk & Hughes)

A promising youngster with a well-proportioned and feminine outlook. Her head is a strong feature, with correct eye shape and expression, and she carries a long neck into well-laid shoulders. Good bone, level topline, correct hips and well-set tail. Particularly pleasing movement showing excellent reach, drive, and footfall. Presented in excellent condition.

JB (1)

1 Cloudside Camomile at Simkhan (James)

A very feminine and typy young girl with an appealing outline and plenty of promise. Her head is refined with a lovely expression, supported by a good neck and well-laid shoulders. Construction is sound with good angulation and a firm topline. On the move she shows enthusiasm and purpose, covering the ground well.

PGB (4,1)

1 Chinzaes Touch of Tartan (Howe & Leitch)

A beautifully balanced bitch who has matured into a quality example of the breed and oozes type. She has a feminine, houndy, well-proportioned head with a strong underjaw and superb expression. Her construction is excellent and flowing, with good depth of chest, strong topline, and well-developed hindquarters. She moves with reach and drive, maintaining her outline and carriage. A well-made hound with much to admire. Today awarded the RCC and I look forward very much to watching her journey.

2 Pretty Infinity A Touch of Freedom at Pashtari (Imp) (Bloor)

A feminine black bitch of attractive type and pleasing proportions. She has a beautiful head and expression that filled my eye, with a good neck leading into well-placed shoulders and a firm, level topline. Her pronounced hipbones, good fallaway and excellent hindquarters contribute to a sound and functional outline. Moves with a light, easy, ground-covering action, and is shown in beautiful coat texture and condition.

3 Sitana The Eternal at Lakarnodream)

LB (8,2)

1 Finix Just A Girl (Nisbet & Forrester)

An elegant bitch with a lovely head, neck and shoulder. She presents a refined yet well-made outline, with a good topline of correct length, a strong loin and prominent hipbones. Excellent proportions complemented by good muscle and a well-carried ringed tail. On the move she shows an impressive, long-striding action with dignity and good carriage. A high quality hound.

2 Sitana Love and Thunder (Sanghera)

A beautifully made shaded-masked gold bitch with excellent proportions and sound construction. Her attractive head has good chiselling and expression, strong neck flows neatly into a well-made forehand and level topline. She has good depth of chest and excellent hind angulation, which she uses to great effect. A stylish, powerful mover with lots to like.

3 Aloqadar Arlodante of Shadowfax (imp) (Rhodes, Shaverneva & Garrad)

OB (4,1)

1 Ch Saxonmill Majic Mirror (Hall)

A champion of note and no doubting why, who presents a balanced and dignified Afghan outline. A feminine head with good eye and expression, long neck and well-placed shoulders. Her body is well made, with good depth of chest, spring of rib and a firm topline leading to a decent croup. Strong quarters and a low-set ringed tail completes the picture. She moves with purpose and excellent carriage, maintaining her shape well and showing the smooth, springy action required of the breed. On top form today winning bitch CC. Her effortless reach and carriage in the run off won her BOB.

2 Ch Saviour And My Salvation at Ksiadz (Gleed & McPherson)

Nicely balanced brindle bitch with an attractive head and pleasing eye. Her elegant neck enhances a well-made shoulder, and she has a good forehand, deep chest, level topline and strong loin. Powerful hindquarters with good angulation and low hocks. Moved with long, effortless and springy strides. Low set tail with loose ring. Beautifully presented and carrying herself with style.

3 Saxonmill Girl In The Mirror at Portianja (Harris)

VB (2)

1 Shadowfax Threepenny Opera (Rhodes, Shaverneva & Garrad)

A super veteran bitch who retains an enviable combination of elegance, type and breed character. She has excellent proportions though well up on leg, with a beautiful head and expression and a long neck leading into well-laid shoulders. She holds such a good topline in motion. Sloping croup, low-set ringed tail and excellent length between hip and hock. Presented to perfection.

2 Ch Popovs Sazerac at Sarakhan (Imp) JW (Tromp)

A distinguished veteran with classic type and an elegant, houndy outline. Her refined head and dark eye give the desired aloof expression, while the long neck and good shoulder placement create an attractive profile. She has a compact body, prominent hipbones, strong loin and a pleasing fallaway to a low-set ringed tail. Maintains a good topline on the move. Her effortless, lengthy stride and proud carriage are a credit to her quality, condition and presentation.