Cheshire Agricultural Society

Royal Cheshire County Show - Premier Open Show – Tuesday 16th June 2026

Judge – Mrs Kelly Hampton Lee (Kelrick)

I would like to thank the Committee of the Royal Cheshire County Show Premier Open Show for their kind invitation to judge. My thanks also go to my stewards, Liz and Dave Wilkinson, for keeping the ring running efficiently throughout the day. This is one of my favourite shows on the calendar and, fortunately, the weather was kind to us. I would also like to thank all the exhibitors who entered and brought their dogs for me to assess. Finally, my thanks go to the adult and junior handlers, all of whom presented their exhibits well and accepted my decisions in a sporting manner.

Italian Greyhound

P: (2,0) 1st Silhouettig S Lil Missouri at Laborghini NAF TAF (Ms L Hague). 8-month-old black and white puppy of lovely size and shape, presenting a very attractive outline. Pleasing head with lovely large eyes giving an intelligent expression. Well-balanced throughout with sufficient elegance for age. Once settled, moved freely and soundly, covering the ground well. Carried tail correctly on the move. BPIB

2nd Loweroak Dreamboat (Mrs D & Mr G W & Mr G L Bailey). 7-month-old fawn puppy. Another lovely puppy. Not yet as balanced in overall outline as the winner. Attractive head with pleasing eyes and good pigmentation. Deep chest and good length of rib. Moved soundly but tended to carry his tail high on the move.  

J: (2,1) 1st Laborghini Requiem (Mrs M, Miss M & Mrs J Smith, Smith & Teasel). 14-month-old fawn bitch of lovely balance and overall breed type. Elegant throughout with good length of neck flowing into well-laid shoulders and a pleasing outline. Feminine head with correctly set ears and a correct scissor bite. Well angulated fore and aft, giving a balanced picture when standing. Moved soundly and freely around the ring, maintaining her graceful outline on the move. A quality youngster with much to admire. RBOB

PG: (3,1) 1st Laborghini Requiem (Mrs M, Miss M & Mrs J Smith, Smith & Teasel). See Junior

2nd Alura Bandito at Loweroak (Imp Usa) (Mrs D & Mr G W & Mr G L Bailey). 19-month-old fawn & white dog with an attractive head and pleasing expression. Correct scissor bite. Presented a good outline with appropriate carriage and showed typical breed elegance. Moved satisfactorily around the ring. 

O: (3,1) 1st Miwell Mary Quant by Lamoye JW ShCEx OSW (Dr J M Mellis). 4-year-old red bitch who immediately appealed for her balance and elegant outline. Lovely shape throughout with pleasing proportions and good angulation front and rear. Feminine in appearance with a pleasing expression and correct scissor bite. Presented a graceful picture both standing and on the move. Moved with the light, free and elegant action called for in the breed, maintaining her outline and carriage at all times. A quality bitch who was in excellent condition and shown to advantage. Pleased to award her BOB

2nd Ristretto Super Charty at Laborghini (Imp Pol) (Ms L Hague) 3-year-old black & white dog. A slender, well-balanced exhibit with pleasing breed type. Not quite as animated as the winner on the day but presented a good outline. Attractive head with soft, fine, correctly placed ears. Moved well, covering the ground with ease and elegance, maintaining a balanced profile. 

Papillon

P: (1,1)

J: No entries

G: (2,0) 1st Spinillons Roze Froma Rebel to Goldmali (Mrs M Brett). 18-month-old tricolour bitch who appealed for her elegance and overall breed type. Beautifully presented and shown in excellent condition, with a silky, fine coat of correct texture. Feminine head with a pleasing expression and large, mobile ears. Balanced throughout and moved well, carrying herself with confidence. A very attractive young bitch with much to admire. BOB

2nd Goldmali This Is Me (Mrs M Brett). 3-year-old black and white bitch. Attractive exhibit with large, mobile ears and a pretty head. Medium dark eyes giving a pleasant expression and a correct scissor bite. Presented a balanced outline and was shown in good condition. Did not move with quite the same precision and purpose as the winner on the day. RBOB

PG: (1,0) 1st Jayberry Daydream Believer Aw(b) (Miss Pj Horton). 7-year-old red sable & white dog who was enjoying his day in the ring. Beautifully presented with a profuse silky coat and excellent overall condition. Happy, lively and outgoing. Correct scissor bite and large, mobile ears. Moved soundly and confidently, showing himself to advantage. A charming veteran who thoroughly enjoyed his first show outing of the year.

L: (1,1)

O: (1,0)

Pekingese

P: (1,0) 1st Klerkshof Calypso Queen (Mrs S Roberts). 11-month-old puppy bitch of lovely breed type. Very pretty head with large, lustrous dark eyes and a broad, well-padded muzzle and wide-open nostrils. Well-presented with coat of good texture and quality for her age. Moved soundly and purposefully around the ring, displaying the typical rolling gait of the breed. Good bone and pleasing substance, feeling reassuringly heavy when lifted. A promising youngster with much to like. BPIB & BOB

J: No entries

PG: (2,2)

O: (2,2)

Yorkshire Terrier

P: No entries

J: (2,1) 1st Marlukney Blossom Goddess (Miss T & Mrs T Foster). 1-year-old bitch who was very well presented and shown to advantage. Compact in outline with good overall balance. Pleasing head with good length of muzzle, small ears and a correct scissor bite. Moved soundly around the ring, maintaining her shape and carriage. RBOB

PG: (4,0) 1st Litalees Lady in Red (Mrs S Lee). 2½-year-old bitch of excellent breed type. Attractive head with rich tan colouring and a good steel blue body coat. Correct bite and beautifully presented with a coat of good texture and colour. Compact and well balanced throughout. Moved very well, showing herself to advantage both standing and on the move.  

2nd Jankeri Beatrice (Miss T & Mrs T Foster). 2-year-old bitch with a lovely feminine head, dark medium-sized eyes and good length of muzzle. Correct scissor bite and well presented. Compact in outline and shown in good condition. Another lovely exhibit.

O: (3,0) 1st Litalees Red Rocket (Mrs S Lee). 2½-year-old dog who impressed for breed type. Rich tan head colouring with a good steel blue body coat of correct texture. Pleasing head with good muzzle length and correct scissor bite. Alert with an intelligent expression. Compact and well balanced throughout. Moved well with retaining a level topline. BOB

2nd Pexwillow Dandy (Mr N Watson). 19-month-old dog with medium dark eyes, black nose, correct bite and a pleasing expression. Compact in outline and well angulated. A happy dog who was clearly enjoying his day. Moved ok once settled.

Shih Tzu

P: (6,1) 1st Tameron Mr Amouage (Miss H L Howard). 6-month-old gold & white puppy dog who impressed with his overall balance and breed type. Immaculately presented and shown in excellent condition. Lovely head with correct bite and the desired chrysanthemum-faced appearance. Moved soundly and confidently around the ring. A very promising youngster with much to admire. BPIB. Lovely to see he achieved Puppy Group 2.

2nd Shenleyvale Simply The Zest at Evieshu (Mrs R & Mrs C Spencer Down & Stevenson). 11-month-old gold & white puppy bitch who presented a very attractive picture. Beautifully presented in a dense coat. Large dark eyes, warm expression and correct bite. Moved well with good carriage. A quality youngster who pushed hard for the top spot.

J: (4,0) 1st Tameron A Kiss of Bliss (Miss H L Howard). 6-month-old gold & white puppy bitch of lovely size and shape. Pretty head with dark eyes and good pigmentation, ample width of muzzle, black nose and correct bite. Well balanced throughout and moved beautifully with confidence and purpose. A very promising young exhibit who appealed greatly for breed type.

2nd Shenleyvale Simply The Zest at Evieshu (Mrs R & Mrs C Spencer Down & Stevenson). See Puppy

PG: (4,1) 1st Chanikos Harper Seven at Evieshu JW (Mrs R & Miss D Spencer Down). 2-year-old black and white bitch of lovely size and shape. Beautiful feminine head with typical chrysanthemum expression, dark eyes and black nose. Correct bite. Well balanced throughout and moved beautifully, maintaining her outline at all times. RBOB

2nd Mapimakastar Jasmin Jol Ja JW (Mrs M Skawska). 23-month-old gold and white bitch. Feminine head with a warm expression, broad skull and large dark eyes. Good pigmentation and correct bite. Well balanced with ample bone and a level topline. Moved soundly with good reach and drive. A quality young bitch with much to like.

L: (3,1) 1st Debeaux Then There Was You (Mr T Crossland). 2-year-old black bitch of lovely size and shape. Attractive head with lovely eyes, short square muzzle, black nose and wide-open nostrils. Lovely expression. Full of character – active and alert. Once settled, she moved out confidently with strong action, showing full pad. Presented a lovely overall picture on the move and on the stand. BOB

2nd Mapimakastar Lady Sat Al JW (Mrs M Skawska). 22-month-old gold brindle and white bitch. Attractive feminine head with dark eyes, good pigmentation and correct bite. Larger in overall frame than the winner but balanced throughout and presented in excellent condition. Moved well around the ring, maintaining her outline and showing full pad. A quality young bitch with lots to like.

O: (3,2) 1st Chaela Ralphish (Mr T Crossland). 9½-year-old black and white dog who was in excellent condition for his age. Handsome head with dark eyes, black nose and correct bite. Well-presented and moved soundly around the ring, maintaining a pleasing outline. A lovely veteran who clearly still enjoys his showing.

Adult Handling

17-30 years (6,5) 1st Lyndsey Jones. Handling a Japanese Spitz. A very capable handler who presented her exhibit beautifully throughout. Maintained excellent awareness of the judge's position at all times, ensuring the dog was always displayed to its best advantage. Kept appropriate distance between herself and the dog, allowing me a clear view on the move. Executed the required patterns accurately, including the reverse triangle and up-and-down, and demonstrated excellent ringcraft and control throughout. A very polished handling performance. Best Adult Handler

31-45 years (4,1) 1st Catrin Roberts. Handling an Australian Shepherd. Beautifully presented and dressed appropriately for the occasion. Demonstrated excellent ringcraft throughout, ensuring the dog remained in the judge's line of sight at all times. Moved smoothly and confidently, maintaining awareness of both the dog and judge. Presented the exhibit sympathetically and to its best advantage. A polished handling performance.

2nd Lindsay Poxon. Handling a Russian Toy. A capable handler who showed a good understanding of ringcraft and presentation. Maintained good control of the exhibit and completed the required patterns accurately. Presented the dog well on the table and ensured it remained settled and attentive throughout, moving at a pace appropriate for the dog. A pleasing handling performance.

3rd Miss Jessica Dixon. Handling a Standard Poodle. Presented a neat overall picture and maintained a lovely rapport with the exhibit who was calm and attentive throughout. Completed the required patterns satisfactorily, although the reverse triangle was not executed quite as accurately as those placed above. At times positioned herself between the judge and the dog, preventing a clear view of the exhibit.

46-60 years (4,1) 1st Kirstie Venton. Handling a Shetland Sheepdog. A confident and capable handler who carried out the required patterns accurately, including a well-executed reverse triangle. Maintained excellent focus on the exhibit throughout and showed good awareness of the judge's position. When the dog became distracted, the handler calmly regained its attention and presented it effectively. Used a loose lead well and ensured the dog was always shown to its best advantage. A polished handling performance.

2nd Mrs D Jackson. Handling a Tibetan Spaniel. Demonstrated good lead control and a sound understanding of ringcraft. Presented the exhibit sympathetically and maintained good communication with the dog throughout. Moved at an appropriate pace for the dog. Well-presented and completed the required exercises accurately. A pleasing handling performance.

3rd Shiobhan Lea. Handling a Border Collie. A well-presented handler who maintained a good pace with the dog and completed the reverse triangle correctly. Showed a good rapport with the exhibit and worked hard to present it to advantage. At times could have maintained slightly better awareness of the judge's position, but overall a very competent handling display.

61 Years and over (4,2) 1st Tracey Leese. Handling a Tibetan Terrier. A very smartly presented handler whose outfit complemented the exhibit without distracting from it. Demonstrated excellent lead control and carried out the required triangle accurately. Maintained good ring awareness throughout, ensuring the dog was always presented to advantage and remained in the judge's line of vision. Moved the dog well and showed a pleasing rapport with the exhibit. A polished and accomplished handling performance.

2nd Sharon Cornwell. Handling a Samoyed. A competent handler who worked well with this larger exhibit. Completed the required triangle correctly and maintained good control throughout. Moved at an appropriate pace for the breed, keeping the dog settled and attentive. Demonstrated a sympathetic handling style and presented the exhibit to advantage. Just lacked the precision of the winner on the day, but overall a nice performance.

Junior Handling

6-11 years (2,1) 1st Arlo Barbi. Handling a Griffon Bruxellois. He presented his exhibit confidently and demonstrated a good understanding of ringcraft. He used a loose lead effectively and maintained good control throughout. Turned and moved smoothly, ensuring the dog was always presented to its best advantage. I was particularly impressed by his awareness of the judge's position and his ability to move the dog correctly before setting it up neatly and squarely for examination. I also liked how he talked to the dog in a reassuring manner. A confident and capable young handler. Best Junior Handler

12-16 years (1,1)