Coventry Ladies Kennel Society

Coventry Ladies Kennel Society

Thursday 1st January 2026

Judge – Mrs Jane Eyeington (Meadowdale)

I want to thank the officers and committee for their kind invitation to judge at this well run show. A huge thank you to all the exhibitors who braved the bitter cold. It was an immense pleasure to judge your lovely dogs. Happy New Year to everyone

Cairn Terrier

Puppy (3,1)

1. Hiam & Harrison - Carradine Kiss My Ace

Confident 11-month-old dark brindle dog, impressive for his combination of workmanlike substance and showy style. When stacked, he demonstrates a pleasing outline with ideal balance and harmonious proportions. His masculine head is complemented by a keen, dark eye, small erect ears, and strength to the foreface. The neck is of good length, blending into a solid topline and a well-set, well-carried tail. Good brisket depth and fill in of forechest, with forelegs placed beneath him. His movement is sound and true from all angles, and he is shown in excellent coat and condition. – BP & BOB

2. Mrs Keeves - Seveek Angelica Dream

Promising 7-month-old red brindle bitch. She presents a pleasing overall shape when standing, with a feminine head, dark eyes, and neat ears. She has a good length of neck and a firm topline. Rib and forechest are still developing. She moves with clean, parallel action behind, though there is some looseness in front at present. Presented in a harsh-textured coat.

Post Graduate (2,0)

1. Lucas & Tobutt - Carradine Sir Percival

Very smart 16-month-old red brindle dog, who is balanced in outline and keen in demeanour. Liked his overall proportions, and he stands four-square. He has an appealing head with good width to the back skull and a defined stop. His clean neck of good length flows into a firm topline and well-set tail. Well developed through the body, with a well-sprung ribcage and good depth of brisket. Uses his strong quarters to drive confidently around the ring. RBOB

2. Hartopp & Haim - Carradine Hazel Moon

Litter sister to the winner and very similar in type. This red brindle bitch is a feminine version of her brother, displaying a typical outline when stacked. While not quite matching the forechest of the winner, she shows good depth of brisket and well carried back ribs. Nicely angulated fore and aft. Today, she lost her topline slightly on the move but still demonstrated a strong, driving action. Well presented in a harsh double jacket.

Open (3,1)

1. Lucas & Tobutt - Seveek Country Lad

Workmanlike and sound 4-year-old wheaten brindle dog, balanced and unexaggerated. I admired his alert and outgoing nature. He has a masculine head with well-placed erect ears, dark, slightly sunken eyes, and a keen expression. Good length of neck and well developed through the body, with forelegs well underneath him. Moves out true, though lacking the drive of his younger kennel mate today.

2. Bingham & Stokes - Carradine Miss Hayley

Smart red brindle bitch approaching two years of age, keen and attentive to her handler. She displays a very balanced and proportionate silhouette. Her head is particularly feminine, with medium-sized dark eyes, neat small erect ears, and strength in the foreface, all contributing to an alert expression. Holds a firm topline and well-set tail, with the brisket well let down. Not as tidy in front as the winner today, but shows a lovely side gait. Well presented with a quality coat.

Jack Russell Terrier

Puppy (4,0)

1. Miss Witmond - Urananus Essence Of The Sun At Tiltser

Delightful 6-month-old dog who showed himself like an old pro—full of quality and character. He looked an absolute picture when standing, presenting a shapely yet functional outline. His appealing head features a flat skull, strength to the foreface, and dark almond-shaped eyes. He has a clean neck of good length, flowing into a firm topline and well-set tail. The brisket is down to the elbow, with elbows close to the body and straight forelegs. Moves out cleanly in all directions and was presented in excellent coat and condition. BP & RBOB & Puppy Group 2

2. Smith & Lester - Jaeva Mama Mea For Chandlimore

Another with much to admire, this 6-month-old W/T bitch exudes confidence and joie de vivre. She has a typical, well-proportioned and balanced outline. Her head is feminine, with a good length of neck and a chest reaching down to the elbow. She holds a firm topline both standing and on the move, with a well-set, ever-wagging tail. Not quite in the coat of the winner, but she moves with excellent drive from the rear.

3. Miss Irving - Twinan Silver Dollar

Post Graduate (5,1)

1. Thornley & Smith - Tiltser Take It To The Limit

There is much to admire in this 13-month-old W/T dog. He is a well-made, functional terrier with pleasing proportions and able to be spanned. His masculine head features a flat skull, neat ears level with the top of the skull, and dark, inquisitive, almond-shaped eyes that give a keen and alert expression. He has a good length of neck leading into a firm topline, with nicely sprung ribs and a muscular loin. His balanced angulation allows him to move freely and with drive.

2. Kay & Smith - Jackopeaks Peaches Legacy

20-month-old W/T bitch who is exceptionally attentive to her handler, bringing out the best in herself. She has a nicely balanced, feminine head with lovely neat ears set level with the skull, dark almond-shaped eyes, and strength in the foreface. Her strong, clean neck flows into a well-held, firm topline. The chest is deep with a moderate tuck-up. Strong hindquarters drive her confidently around the ring.

3. Miss Witmond - Tiltser Mint Velvet

Open (7,3)

1. Lane & Lane-Ridyard - Kulawand White Diamond JW

Super 2-year-old W/T dog, workmanlike and full of quality, with a shapely, balanced silhouette. His ideal size, body proportions, and outline give him instant appeal, enhanced by a ‘look at me’ attitude. He has a handsome, masculine head with neat ears and dark almond-shaped eyes. The neck is of good length, leading to a visible forechest, brisket down to the elbow, and easy span. His firm topline flows into a well-set and well-carried tail. Exhibits harmonious angulation fore and aft, with precise, driving movement. Beautifully presented and in excellent condition. BOB & Group 3

2. Smith & Lester - Chandlimore Whats Occuring Domburg

Showy 16-month-old W/T bitch with a real zest for life. She presents a lovely outline, each part flowing smoothly into the next. Her feminine head and expression are complemented by a hint of mischief in her dark eyes. She has a clean, neck of good length, holding a firm topline to a well-set tail. Although not quite the forechest of the winner, she shows good depth. Moved with enthusiasm and drive.

3. Mrs Kay - Blazingjacks Best Mate With Jackopeaks

Norwich Terrier

Puppy (2,1)

1. Ostermann & Inett - Kaju Skippy In Blue Jeans

Very promising 10-month-old red dog who exudes confidence and attitude. Eye-catching when standing for his overall shape and balance. His dark, mischievous eyes give him the most endearing expression. Still developing through the body, but he holds a firm topline with a good tail set. Stands on well-boned limbs and neat feet. On the move he maintains his outline in profile, just needing to tighten up slightly in front, but shows good drive from the rear. Presented in a harsh-textured, quality coat. BP & BOB & Puppy Group 3

Post Graduate (1,1)

Open (1,1)

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Puppy (9,5)

Nice class of youngsters who could all change places. The floor surface did not help with the movement

1. Mr & Mrs Mills - Milarkebull Eleven

11-month-old black brindle bitch who presents a pleasing outline when standing. She shows feminine strength throughout, just needing a little more time to fully mature and come into peak condition. Her head is balanced, with good width to the back skull, a definite stop, strong underjaw, round dark eyes, neat rose ears, and well-developed cheeks. She has sufficient width in front and good depth to the brisket. Holds a firm topline both standing and on the move, with a well-set and well-carried tail. Won the class on her clean, driving rear action. – BP & Puppy Group 4

2. Mr & Mrs Stillman - Vadeliza Devils Got Me At Maidendale

This 9-month-old black brindle has much to commend. Her head and expression display depth and strength, complemented by well-pronounced cheek muscles, a defined stop, clean lips, and dark, expressive eyes. She possesses balanced proportions, a strong neck, and good width in front, standing on well-boned limbs and neat feet. Her ribcage is developing well, with good width of thigh. Today just preferring the rear action of the winner.

3. Mr & Mrs Plumstead - Jazostaffs Cotswold Gem

Junior (3,2)

1. Miss Willetts - Hamason Heart’s On Fire

16-month-old W&R pied bitch was just lovely and close up for top honours. She has the desired strength and substance, yet retains her femininity, presented in superb muscle tone and excellent condition. Her head is pleasing, with good depth and width to the skull, dark, round eyes that miss nothing, strength in the muzzle, a correct bite, tight lips, and a strong underjaw. Her muscular body shows depth to the brisket, well-sprung ribcage, short coupling, and good width in front. She stands on straight, well-boned limbs and holds a firm topline with a well-set and well-carried tail. Today, she was not as settled in her front action but showed lovely parallel drive from the rear. RBOB – Delighted to see her win Best Terrier RBOB

Post Graduate (1,1)

Open (4,2)

1. Thomas & Griffiths - Ch Gazstaff’s Black Magic

Super 7-year-old black brindle dog, who is well put together. When focused, he moves true and parallel with excellent drive. I appreciated his overall size, substance, and masculinity—showing strength without exaggeration. He possesses lovely body lines that create an impressive outline. His handsome, balanced headpiece has ideal proportions, strength, and depth. Neat rose ears and dark, mischievous eyes with well-developed cheeks. He has a strong neck flowing into a firm, well-held topline and a correctly set and carried tail. The brisket is down to the elbow with good width in front, and a short, strong loin. His muscular hindquarters are put to effective use, driving him powerfully across the ring. BOB

2. Robinson & Cox - Hamason Sweet Little Mystry JW

Substantial 2-year-old white brindle pied dog, presented in superb muscular condition and at the peak of fitness. He has a strong, masculine head with balanced proportions, a wide backskull, neat rose ears, good stop, well-developed cheeks, and strength in the foreface. He stands with good width in front on well-boned limbs and is well developed in the ribcage. He holds a firm topline both standing and on the move, with good tail carriage. His hindquarters are impressive, with good width of thigh, a well-bent stifle, and short hocks. He works well with his handler and moves cleanly, though not the drive of the winner today.