Perthshire Canine Club

Thank you to Perthshire Canine Club for inviting me to judge Labradors, German Longhaired Pointers, and Adult Handling at their show wonderful outdoor show. On arrival, I was informed that the Gundog judge was unwell and was asked if I would kindly step in to cover his breeds, along with the group. Thank you to everyone for still bringing their dogs under me and for gracefully accepting my decisions. A sincere thank you to the Labrador and GLP exhibitors for your patience, as your breeds were judged later in the day due to the circumstances.A very special thank you to my two wonderful stewards, who did an outstanding job and never stopped all day.I was delighted with my decisions on the day. My Cocker Spaniel (who I thought rather special), who won the group, went on to take Reserve Best in Show, and my Münsterländer, who won Best Veteran, went on to win Best Veteran in Show—so I feel reassured I must have been doing something right.Sending my very best wishes to Frank Gilroy and hoping he is feeling much better soon.

English Setter 

Post Graduate (2,1) 

1 - Paton - Meadowfoot Drops of Jupiter – 7 month old bitch. A very raw and immature youngster, as expected for her age, but displaying all the correct attributes. She has a particularly sweet, feminine head, with pleasing expression. Well angulated both fore and aft, giving a balanced outline. Moved very well for one so young, covering the ground with confidence. BP

Open (4,1)

1 - Paton - Bournehouse Eternal Flame for Meadowfoot - very pretty 3 year old bitch who I note is mother to my best puppy. Just like her daughter she has the pretties of heads. She is beautifully balanced throughout, with excellent shoulder placement, a short, level topline, and a well muscled rear with well let-down hocks. She moved with drive and purpose and was presented in beautiful condition BOB 

2 - Johnston - Wansleydale Beguiled of Loonbrae - 7 year old dog - very handsome well made dog, good angles front and rear. Well muscled throughout. Moved well but would have liked a little more enthusiasm. 

Irish setter 

Junior (2,0) 

2 class clowns - loved their attitude  

1 - Gilray - Forfarian Take a Chance -A 14 month old dog of much promise. Presents a very handsome and balanced outline. He has well-laid shoulders, a slightly sloping topline, and a well-angulated rear. His muscle tone is appropriate for his age and development. Once settled, he moved true with good drive and purpose. A young dog with a bright future ahead, one I will watch with interest.

2 - Davie - Zimbra Della Magna Silva at Lochfrae (imp Ita) - A very pretty 9 month old bitch of pleasing type. She has a good front assembly, correct topline, and a well-angulated rear. Slightly longer than 1, Once settled, she moved soundly and with confidence around the ring. BP 

Limit (3,0)

1 - Sturrock, Watt & Sturrock - Forfarian Fancy Me JW - A 2½ year old bitch of excellent type and quality. Feminine, balanced, and full of ring presence, she never stopped showing for her handler. She has excellent shoulder placement, a firm, slightly sloping topline, and a well muscled rear with well let down hocks. Moved soundly with drive and purpose, maintaining her outline at all times. BOB 

2 - Allan - Glencarron Show Must Go On JW -A 4 year old dog, larger all through than 1, but still balanced. He has a very good front, sloping topline, and a well angulated rear, with good muscle throughout. He moved freely with reach and drive.

Open(1,1)

Pointer 

Junior (3,2) 

1 - Scotland - Daledancer Victor McDade - 15 month old dog who I have recently admired from the ringside and he did not disappoint. Handsome, masculine head without exaggeration. Well laid shoulders flowing into a correct topline, with a well muscled and balanced rear. A pleasure to watch on the move, displaying smooth, driving action and covering the ground with ease. Although he stood alone, he was a worthy BOB 

Limit (3,3) 

Open (3,3) 

Retriever (Curly Coated) 

Open (2,0) 

1- Cummings – Maycourt Island Girl for Breichside – 18 month old bitch of lovely feminine type with large, dark, kind expression. Strong, well-arched neck flowing into well laid shoulders, balanced by a firm topline and well muscled quarters. Presented in good condition and moved soundly with purpose around the ring. would prefer her carrying slightly less weight. BOB 

2- Cummings – Molokain Enchanted One – 7-year old bitch with the prettiest of heads and a soft feminine expression. Correctly constructed throughout with balanced angulation fore and aft. Moved soundly and steadily. 

Spaniel (American Cocker). 

Open (2,0)

1 - Gianntti - Aftershine Stand and Stare. BOB & BP 

2 - Gianntti - Aftershine Don’t you dare. 

Two 7 month old litter sisters of very similar quality, therefore many of the same comments apply. Two extremely pretty youngsters who were amongst the happiest babies present today. Both possess feminine heads with pleasing expression, good shoulder placement, slightly sloping toplines and well angulated quarters. Once settled, both moved soundly and with confidence for their age. A very difficult decision between them today and, on another occasion, they could easily change places.

I would also like to commend both handlers for their patience and kindness with these young puppies, allowing them to enjoy their introduction to the show ring whilst maintaining such happy attitudes throughout.

German Shorthaired Pointer 

Post Graduate (3.0)

1 – Angus’ Edelmidpoint Native River Through Calmerell JW — Quality 2-year-old dog who I admired greatly. Handsome, masculine head without any exaggeration, complemented by a strong, slightly arched neck flowing into excellent shoulder placement. Straight forelegs with slightly sloping pasterns, a firm topline and a gentle slope to the croup, leading to a well-set tail. Well-angulated hindquarters and in hard muscular condition throughout. Moved with purpose and drive, covering the ground well. Being ultra-critical, I would perhaps prefer an inch more of him throughout, a quality young dog. BOB, G3.

2 – Wilkinson’s Zarozinia Carn Tuile — 14-month-old bitch of pleasing feminine type. Correct in front assembly with a strong topline and well-angulated rear quarters. Presented in excellent hard condition and moved soundly. Slightly longer cast than first today.

Open (2,0)

1 – Stewart’s Magregor Take It All of Levagrad JW NLJCH NLJW25 — 20 month old bitch of ultra feminine type. Correct throughout with balanced construction and presented in excellent condition. Moved freely and soundly.

2 – McMurdo’s Ceilloch Express — Substantial 3-year-old dog, the most handsome head, masculine throughout. Good angulation fore and aft with plenty of muscle and substance. Moved well overall, although a touch wide in front on the move today.

Spaniel (Sussex) 

Open (1.0) 

1 - McGeachie - Lux Ch/ Ir Sh Ch Malbecmogs Lady of the Lake at Klanhallion CW26 - A good sized bitch with the prettiest of heads and a soft, appealing expression. She has a well constructed front, supported by strong bone and correct depth throughout. Her powerful rear quarters complement her balanced outline, and she was presented in excellent condition. On the move, she displayed good reach and drive, maintaining a firm topline at all times. A worthy winner of BOB

Spaniel (cocker) 

Puppy (4,1)

1st – Mason – Lynshow Apache - Feminine youngster with a pleasing head and expression. Good reach of neck flowing into well-laid shoulders, with good depth and substance throughout. Well-muscled for her age and presented in excellent condition. Moved soundly, maintaining her topline well at all times. Pleased to award her Best Puppy. Puppy group 3 

2nd – Scotland – Lynwater Bramble Blossom
A very promising puppy to whom many of the same comments apply as the winner. Possesses a lovely outline and overall balance. A little unsettled on the move today, which affected her front action slightly. Two quality puppies who could easily change places on another day.

Post Graduate (6,0)

1st – Fruzer – Lochellan Dunn's River Blue
Loved her from the moment she entered the ring. An extremely attractive 12 month old bitch only recently out of puppy. My notes simply read, “Love her.” Presented in excellent coat and condition, she offers a balanced outline with pleasing proportions throughout. Feminine head with a soft, kind expression, complemented by correctly set, well feathered ears. Good length of neck flowing into well laid shoulders. Sound front assembly with straight forelegs and sufficient bone. Compact, well ribbed body with a firm topline which she maintained on the move. Strong, well muscled hindquarters provided drive and purpose in action. A quality young bitch who I found to be rather special. Delighted to award her Best of Breed and Group 1, and later watched her take Reserve Best in Show. Congratulations.

2nd – Bodzak – Whinburn Dearg Aurora
A quality 2 year old dog who was unfortunate to meet the winner in such outstanding form. Masculine head, good reach of neck, and correct front and rear construction. Well balanced throughout and moved with purpose.

Limit (6,2)

1st – Lawrie – Whinburn Formula One
I note he is litter brother to the second placed exhibit in the previous class. Handsome dog with a beautiful masculine head. Excellent front construction with correct shoulder placement, well bodied and carrying superb muscle throughout. His handler tends to stand him a tad wide in front, though this disappears once on the move. A quality exhibit with much to admire.

2nd – Ewan – Craigdean Cindy Oh Cindy
A very attractive bitch who was unfortunate to come up against the winner today. Feminine and correct throughout, with plenty to admire. She appeared unsettled on the move, which affected her performance, and I understand she was not handled by her usual handler today.

Open (4,0)

A particularly strong class headed by two quality dogs who could easily exchange places on another occasion.

1st – Ewan – Craigdean Sloppy Joe
Masculine dog with an excellent head and expression, showing no exaggeration. Correct front and rear construction, well bodied and carrying good muscle throughout. Moved soundly with reach and drive, maintaining a firm topline at all times.

2nd – Fruzer – Durham Blue - Many of the same comments apply as the winner. A quality dog with pleasing construction and balance throughout, perhaps a tad taller than 1. Moved well and presented a very attractive overall picture.

Retriever (Flat Coated)

Junior (2,0)

1st – Stevenson’s Steelriver Pure Majness IR JCH - A real showgirl of 17 months who never stopped showing for her handler. Feminine throughout, with the prettiest of heads and a lovely, soft expression. Excellent length of neck flowing into a well-constructed front assembly, with good depth and substance throughout. Correct tail set, carried and used to advantage at all times. Moved effortlessly around the ring with excellent reach and drive, maintaining a balanced outline throughout. A quality youngster who was foot perfect on the move. BOB.

2 – Laird’s Lamesbella Maine of Daicheil - A handsome 10 month old dog with nothing exaggerated. Pleasing masculine head, appropriate for his age, with good overall balance. Correct angulation fore and aft and soundly constructed throughout. Still very much a baby who requires time to mature and develop, but he moved particularly well for one so young, covering the ground with confidence. BP. Puppy group 4 

Limit (1,0)

1– Thomson’s Badcall Midsummer Dream - A 22 month old bitch of pleasing type. Feminine and well balanced, with good substance and muscle tone throughout. Well-bodied without any exaggeration and presented in excellent condition. Moved soundly and steadily, maintaining her outline at all times.

Open (2,1)

1 - Thomson’s Sh Ch Caci’s The Dream Catcher at Badcall - A very attractive 7 year old bitch who has much to admire. Lovely feminine head and expression, complemented by a good reach of neck. Deep through the chest with plenty of body and substance, and a well muscled rear assembly. Moved with purpose and efficiency, making full use of her strong hindquarters to produce a balanced and effortless action. A quality girl presented in excellent condition

Retriever (Golden)

Puppy (5,1)

A delightful class of quality youngsters, with four particularly promising puppies suggesting a very bright future for the breed.

1st – McFarlane’s Bluebrae’s Voyager

Well-balanced 9 month old youngster of pleasing type. Feminine head with a kind expression, dark eye and well set ears. Good reach of neck flowing into well laid shoulders, with a level topline maintained throughout. Nicely ribbed for age and developing well in body, possessing good bone and substance without sacrificing balance. Strong hindquarters with moderate angulation and a correct tailset. Presented in excellent coat and condition. Moved freely around the ring with reach and drive, covering the ground with ease. A promising youngster with much to admire and a bright future ahead. The enthusiastic applause from ringside confirmed this was a popular winner, and I was delighted to learn that this class win secured her final point for her JW. Congratulations. Best Puppy. Puppy group 2 

2nd – McShane’s Shelbreagha Hollandaise at Rigerin - Another quality youngster of lovely type and feminine outlook. Very pretty head and expression, with good reach of neck leading into well-placed shoulders and a firm topline. Well bodied and muscled throughout, with a strong rear assembly which she used to advantage on the move. Moved soundly and purposefully. Unfortunately just lacking her full coat today, which tipped the balance in favour of the winner, but on another day these two could easily change places. Another puppy with a very exciting future ahead.

Post Graduate (7,0)

1st – McCormack’s Flyngalee Topsy Turvy - Quality 19 month old dog presenting a balanced and masculine outline without exaggeration. Good reach of neck, correct angulation front and rear, and well bodied throughout. Carries good muscle and condition, giving a strong overall picture. Moved soundly and with purpose to take the class.

2nd – McAleese’s Toseland Rolls Royce

4 year old dog of pleasing type. Heavier throughout than the winner but still balanced and well put together. Similar comments apply regarding construction and movement. Presented in good condition. 

Limit (6,1)

1st – Williamson’s Putjade Patience Required by Sandti - Two year old bitch presented in excellent coat and condition. Possesses the sweetest of heads and expression. Well constructed both front and rear, with a level topline and correct tailset. Moved with purpose and confidence, displaying good reach and drive. A quality exhibit who appealed for her overall balance.

2nd – Wallis’ Lamancha Roll On Good Times

Substantial five year old dog with a masculine head and balanced outline. Well put together throughout and presented in beautiful condition. Moved soundly and showed well. Unfortunate to come up against the winner on this occasion.

Open (6,2)

1st – McFarlane’s Bluebraes Jacobite Lass

No one appears to have told this lovely lady she is now a veteran. At 8 years old she demonstrated to the younger exhibits exactly how it should be done. Possesses the prettiest of heads and sweetest expression, with good reach of neck flowing into well angulated shoulders. Firm, level topline maintained both standing and on the move. Well muscled hindquarters which she used to full advantage, moving with effortless reach and drive around the ring. A joy to watch and impossible to overlook. Delighted to award her Best of Breed, and I later noted she is the dam of the excellent puppy winner. 

2nd – Warden’s Nobelmoon Tak The High Road to Glentochty VW - Another cracking veteran at 8 and a half years old. Masculine without being overdone, with correct angulation fore and aft and a strong, firm topline. Well muscled throughout and presented in excellent condition. Moved soundly and with purpose. 

Setter (Gordon) 

Post Graduate (4,3)

1 – Miller – Cafotaliena Heart of a Hero

Quality 2 year old dog of pleasing type. Masculine without exaggeration, with a well balanced head and kind expression. Good reach of neck flowing into correctly placed shoulders, level topline and well developed quarters. Soundly constructed throughout with good rear angulation. Moved well covering the ground with ease.

Open (3,1)

1– Bell – Balnakeil Beinn Corradail of Blairbelles

 7 year-old dog who presents a very balanced and typical outline. Masculine head with a pleasing expression, good length of neck, correct front assembly and firm, level topline. Well muscled throughout with strong hindquarters and good rear angulation. Moved with purpose, showing excellent reach and drive while maintaining his outline. A worthy Best of Breed.

2 – Miller – Liric Just the Ticket

Another quality exhibit with much to admire. Well constructed throughout with good breed type, sound front and rear assemblies and a balanced outline. Moved well with reach and drive. I slightly preferred the head and expression of the winner

Retriever (Labrador) 

Puppy (3,1)

1 - Givan - Sudeo In For A Penny - 10 month old black bitch of exceptional quality who immediately caught my eye on entering the ring. She possesses the prettiest of feminine heads with a soft, melting expression and kind dark eye. Strong, well arched neck flowing into well laid shoulders, balanced by a level topline and well developed body for her age. Correct rear angulation and good muscle tone throughout, which she put to excellent use on the move, covering the ground effortlessly while maintaining her shape. Presented and handled to perfection, she never stopped showing and clearly enjoyed her time in the ring. A youngster with a very bright future ahead of her.BOB, BP, Group 4 and Puppy Group 1.

2 - Parker - Bruadarach Ballachulish - 8 month old chocolate dog, masculine throughout but absolutely nothing overdone, handsome head but would prefer darker eye, correct angles for and aft, well muscled for age, moved with reach and drive. 

Postgraduate (9,6) 

A difficult class with 3 very different dogs 

1 - Cook - Exelby Cullinan Diamond - 22 month old black bitch, She has a most attractive feminine head, complemented by a dark eye and soft, melting expression. Strong neck flowing into well laid back shoulders, with a firm, level topline and well angulated quarters. Well muscled throughout and in excellent condition. On the move, she covered the ground with purpose and drive. Unfortunately, she made assessment difficult at times and would benefit from further ringcraft training to allow her many qualities to be shown to their full advantage

2 - Angus - Kinnellish Glenesk -4 year old dark yellow dog of working type. A very smart and athletic exhibit with a handsome, masculine head and kind expression. Good reach of neck flowing into well laid shoulders and a firm, level topline. Correctly angulated both fore and aft, with strong, well developed hindquarters. Presented in outstanding muscular condition, which was evident on the move, where he covered the ground with excellent reach, drive and purpose. Expertly handled and shown to advantage throughout.

Limit (5,3) 

1 - Scrimgeour - Velvetine Willow - Quality black bitch of pleasing type. Feminine head with a kind expression and dark eye. Good reach of neck flowing into well laid shoulders, level topline and correct angulation fore and aft. Well ribbed and presented in excellent condition. Moved soundly and purposefully. For me, just a shade longer in body than ideal. 

2 - Parker - Bruadarrach Baile Eilidh - chocolate bitch who was sadly between coats today, very pretty head and expression, she was correct throughout with everything as it should be. Moved well. 

Open (7,3) 

1 - Cook - Exelby Norman - Quality masculine black dog who is an absolute showman. Strong neck leading to correct shoulders, level topline and well muscled rear. Moved with reach and drive. 

2 - Farquharson - Ramseyville Russian Rhythm- very sweet yellow bitch, correct front, topline and rear, did just enough on the move.  

German longhaired pointer

Open (2,0)

1 Thomson - Lux Ch Ir Sh Ch Sarscottah Fearless Flame Ir Jnr Ch - Strongly made dog with a masculine head, Powerfully built throughout with good quality bone. Deep, broad chest and ample substance, with strong, well angulated hindquarters. Moved soundly and with purpose. BOB 

2 Thomson - Lux Ch Ir Sh Ch Sarscottah Eclipse C/W 25 a well made L/w bitch with much to like. Sadly was very unsettled but I believe this was due to having a different handler. Moved well when settled. 

AV Gundog Import Register Open (0) 

AV NSD Graduate (3,0) 

1 - Cuthill - Caldewriver Kong Quest 

2 - Cuthill - Caldewriver Monkey Quest

This class was headed by litter brother and sister GWPs, two youngsters of very similar quality who could easily change places on another day. Both possess the most attractive and correct heads, strong necks, well placed shoulders, firm level toplines and well angulated hindquarters. For such young exhibits, both were remarkably settled and balanced on the move, covering the ground with confidence. On this occasion, the dog had the slight edge and therefore took the class. Two promising youngsters I shall follow with interest.

AV NSC Open (1,0)

1 - Murray - Muireatai Miracle of Dreams - Retriever (Chesapeake Bay) - a very pretty bitch with such sweet expression, correct angles fore and aft, finer built than I would like. Moved well. 

Group 1: spaniel (Cocker), 2: Large Munsterlander, 3: German Shorthaired Pointer 4: Retriever (Labrador)

Puppy Group : Retriever(Labrador) 2: Retriever (Golden) 3: Spaniel (cocker) 4: Retriever (Flat coated) 

AV Gundog Minor Puppy

1 - McCulloch - Camusdarrach Silversands - Cracking 7 month old Golden Retriever, very much a baby but everything as it should be at her age. Prettiest of heads, correct throughout, moved so well. Well handled. I believe this was her owners first show. Very well done. 

2 - Blazejczac - Redgranate Amber Diamond - cocker, such a sweet 7 month old baby with a beautiful sweet head and expression. Would just like a little more confidence. 

AV Gundog Puppy 

1 - Ciesielski - Javal Love Is The Drug 

2 - McGrory - Javal Same Old Scene 

This class was headed by two litter sister Italian Spinone and very similar comments apply to them both. Two 9 month old puppys with pleasing outline. Attractive head with a kind expression and dark eye. Good neck leading into well-placed shoulders and a level topline. Both Well bodied for age with good bone throughout. Correct angles front and rear and strong hindquarters. Moved soundly and steadily around the ring, covering the ground well. 1 was slightly more settled on the move which gave her the class. 

Will swap places on a different day. 

AV Gundog Open 

1 - McGeachie - Lux Ch/ Ir Sh Ch Malbecmogs Lady of the Lake at Klanhallion CW26 - see previous 

2 - Warden - Holinbrae Zoom Time at Glenrochty - Masculine 3 year old Golden Retriever. Correct angles throughout, firm topline, moved well. 

AV Gundog Veteran 

1 - Logie - Sh Ch Albadhu Pawsitive Vibes JW - what a girl. No one has told her she is a veteran. Perfection from her nose to the tip of her tail. This bitch just commands attention. Shown in good hard condition. She has the prettiest of heads, good strong neck leading to well laid back shoulders, strong topline, good turn of stifle with well muscled thighs that she used to power round the ring. Loved her. So pleased to see her go Best Veteran In Show. Congratulations. 

2 McFarlane - Bluebraes Jacobite Lass - see previous. 

AV Gundog Champion 

1 - Logie - Sh Ch Graf III Vom Busshof at Albadhu (SHCEX) A real showman of just two years old and impossible to overlook. Masculine throughout without any exaggeration, displaying all the qualities expected of the breed. He presented a handsome, well balanced head with a kind expression, strong neck flowing into a correct, slightly sloping topline, and a well developed, muscular body. His powerful hindquarters were put to excellent use on the move, where he covered the ground with purpose and maintained a level tail carriage throughout.

2 - Smith - Sh Ch Pearkim Pokemon at Luanshya JW VW - Superb condition for his age and a real credit to his owner. He presents a lovely head with a kind, typical expression, Pleasing outline with balanced proportions throughout and a well set tail. He has excellent bone, strong, muscular hindquarters and well developed rear angulation. Displays the happy, breed typical temperament one expects of the breed, he covered the ground well with a sound and efficient action

Judge : Pam Tait (Benboee)