Ripon & District Canine Society

Ripon and District Canine Society Open Show Utilities, Groups, and Veteran Stakes

Thank you to the Committee for inviting me to judge, it is a lovely show, and the hospitality was first-class. Thank you to my two lovely and efficient ring stewards, Gail Jacobs and Lynette Welford, for keeping the ring running smoothly all day. And special thanks to all the exhibitors who brought their dogs under me, with grace and sportsmanship, it really was an enjoyable day.

DALMATIAN

JUNIOR (4,1)

1ST Miss Marley & Mrs Clement’s A Spottified Young Forseti for Perdita’s JW (Imp Bel), a 13 month old white with liver, very well presented with nicely defined spots on his short glossy coat. In profile he is balanced and well muscled, with good depth of chest, and a straight front. He has a level back, and a pleasing turn of stifle, with a defined second thigh and compact feet. His head is balanced and in proportion, set cleanly on a neck of good length. He moved well and was very attentive to his handler.

2nd Miss Gill’s Jemblewood Stork of Solace, an 11 month old bitch, not as mature as 1st place, she is also white and liver, with a short hard gleaming coat. She is developing in chest and rib, her front is straight and she has a pleasing turn of stifle. She has a head of good proportions, clean lips and round amber eyes, with a feminine expression. She moved well, and with elegance BP & 1st AV Puppy 

POST GRADUATE (4,1)

1ST Mrs & Mr Richardson’s Portunes St Jimmy at Exayeex JW, a white with liver dog, just coming up to 2 years old. He was very outgoing, strong and muscular. He has definition to his spots, strong bone and compact feet. A straight front, good depth of chest and spring of rib, a nicely arched neck leading cleanly into laid back shoulders, a strong level back and he is well muscled throughout. He was exuberant on the move, with a long stride, calming down enough to show smooth powerful action.  

2nd Mrs & Mr Stubbins’ Perdita’s Aurelia, a petite 6 year old bitch, she has definition to her black spots on a clear white glossy coat. She elegant in outline, with good depth of chest, a straight front and level topline. She has good rear angulation and a pleasing turn of stifle. Her head is in proportion, with a pretty feminine expression, dark brown eyes and good length of muzzle. She lost out on movement to 1st place. 

OPEN (3,1)

1ST Mr, Mrs & Miss Vockings’ Bellehoud Tipple at Portunes JW, a 4 year old bitch, with a short dense white coat, and well-defined liver spots. She is balanced and elegant, with a well proportioned head, atop a nicely arched neck leading cleanly into well laid back shoulders. Her front is straight, with strong round bone, and a spring to her pasterns. A deep chest, with elbows set close, and a good spring of rib, which were carried well back. She has good angulation front and rear, and was the best mover on the day, with a smooth powerful stride. Very well handled by her young handler, I was pleased to award her BOB

2nd Mrs & Mr Stubbins’ Perdita’s Bean a Stormy Ride JW, a 2 year old bitch with a clear white coat and definition to her black spots. Balanced in head and wrinkle free, she has clean tight lips and excellent pigment, with a pretty expression. Longer cast, she has a good reach of neck which is set into well laid shoulders, a level topline and strong loin with a slight arch. A good turn of stifle and her hocks are well defined. 

JAPANESE SPITZ

OPEN (2,0)

1ST Miss Chapman’s Emiko Yukiko for Sekimiyo, a 4 year old bitch with a profuse white coat, and a well plumed tail, high set and curved over her back. Her head is of good proportions, with a well defined stop, excellent pigment and dark oval eyes, well set with a lively intelligent expression. Her muzzle tapers to a small back nose, and she has good dentition and tight black lips. Her ears are small and well set, and she has a strong neck, straight forelegs and small cat like feet. She has a balanced body and moderate angulation front and rear. She was very well handled, and demonstrated light smooth action in all directions. BOB

2nd Mr & Mrs Chapman’s Bangle Kilnhall, a lovely 8 year old bitch, and what a delight to go over. I was not surprised to discover she is the mother of 1st place, she also has a lovely head of good dimensions, dark oval eyes and excellent pigment. Presented in excellent coat, she has moderate angulation, a strong arched neck, good depth of chest and ribs well sprung. She was very exuberant on the move, not giving any indication of her age at all. I was pleased to see her again in the Special Veteran Stakes, and awarded her reserve place. 

LHASA APSO 

JUNIOR (6,4)

1ST Mrs Adam-Slomkowski’s Skylax Power of Love, a 15 month old gold and white bitch, well presented and in good coat. She has an appealing headset, dark oval eyes which are correctly placed and an alert expression. She has excellent dentition, good length of muzzle, a black nose and good pigment. She is balanced in profile, with a strong well arched neck, a level topline and strong loin, and her tail is well set. she is nicely balanced in profile. Her coat is long and heavy but does not impede her movement, which is free and jaunty. She was very well presented despite the windy conditions, and I was pleased to award her BOB and later in the day, UG3

2nd Mr & Mrs Chesterfield’s Burnsett Onyx, a 7 month old black bitch, and another with a happy assertive temperament. She already presents a balanced profile, with everything in proportion. Her coat is coming in, and she has fall over her eyes, and good whiskers and beard. Her topline is level, her tail is high set and carried over her back, and she is developing in chest and rib. Her feet are round and cat like, and she moved and was handled well, BP

POST GRADUATE (1,0)

1ST Mr & Mrs Chesterfield’s Aintshe Unlock the Swag into Burnsett, a 16 month old black male, he has a well furnished headset, good length of muzzle, dark oval eyes, an alert expression and heavily feathered pendant ears. He is balanced in profile, with a straight front, level topline and high set tail. He moved well on round, well feathered feet, with free flowing gait.  

POODLE (TOY) 

POST GRADUATE ((2,0)

1ST Mr McAuley’s Anorien Stole the Show for Bryron, a 15 month old black dog, very well presented and in good trim, sporting a profuse hard textured coat. He has a balanced head, with dark almond shaped eyes, and an intelligent glint. His leathers are wide and set low, and he has good dentition. In profile he is balanced, with a strong neck, well laid shoulders and a straight front. His back is short and strong, and he has a high set tail. He moved well, and was expertly handled, carrying himself round the ring with proud carriage. 

2nd Mrs Dimery’s Afterglow Ed the Ball, a 3 year old black dog, who was a bit shy on the table. He has an attractive male head, with dark eyes, flat cheekbones, a muzzle of good length, and a well defined chin. He is longer cast than 1st place, with a deep chest and ribs well sprung. I preferred the movement of 1st place today. 

OPEN (2,0)

1st Miss Thompson’s Afterglow Show Us Yer Nuts Trandella JW, a 2 year old brown, and what a showman. He has that ‘look at me’ stance, and is a pleasure to go over. Very well presented with a masculine headset, a strong well chiselled foreface, flat cheekbones, and a muzzle of good length with tight lips and a well defined chin. He has a balanced outline with a neck of good proportions, well laid shoulders, a straight front and a deep chest. His ribs are well sprung and he has a short strong back. He has a pleasing bend of stifles and his hocks are well let down. He moved with drive held proud carriage in all directions, and was very well handled. I was pleased to award him BOB, and later UG1.

2nd Mrs Draper & Mrs Dimery’s Afterglow Alfonse, a 2 year old black dog, he was rather distracted by the grass, and made his handler work hard. He has a harsh dense coat, a masculine headset, well set leathers of good length, and a compact outline. He has good width and depth of chest, and a short strong back. He moved well when not distracted. 

 POODLE (MINIATURE)

POST GRADUATE (2,0)

1ST Miss Lister’s Calmaric Play It Again, a 9 month old black dog and such a lot to like about him. He has a beautiful masculine headset, with a strong foreface and moderate stop, dark almond shaped eyes with an intelligent glint, and low set ears. He was very well presented, and has a balanced elegant profile. His front is straight, he is developing in chest and rib, has a short powerful back, and a good tailset. His neck is strong and in proportion, and he has well bent stifles. He moved with reach from the front, back movement was a little untidy, however there is plenty of time for that to tighten. He was very well handled, and I was pleased to award him BOB, BP and later UPG2 

2nd Mrs Cairnes’ Minamia Promised Destiny, another 9 month old dog with a profuse brown coat, also well presented. He is not as mature as 1st place, however he is developing well in head and body. He has a masculine head set, with dark eyes and flat cheekbones, tight lips and leathers of good length and width. He was a delightful exuberant puppy, who demonstrated good movement when he settled. 

OPEN (2,0)

1ST Miss Lister’s Calmaric Play It Again, see 1st PG Poodle (Miniature) 

2nd Mrs Cairnes’ Lowashton’s Zeus, a 2 year old blue dog, he was presented in a lamb trim. He has small dark eyes, a long muzzle and well defined chin, black pigment and low set ears. His back is level and he has a high set tail. His front could be straighter, he has a good turn of stifle and he moved with drive. 

POODLE (STANDARD)

POST GRADUATE (5,1)

1ST Misses Heslop & Richardson’s Alisiane As Long As Ur Mine, a 7 month old black bitch, very well presented with a dense harsh coat. She has a balanced outline, with substance and style. She has a long fine feminine head, strong foreface and flat cheekbones, tight fitting lips and good dentition. She has a neck of good length, a straight front, and a short strong back and high tailset. Her thighs are well developed and she has a pleasing turn of stifle. Her movement was sound and light, and she was very well handled. 

2nd Mrs Zair’s Ambersheen Amazing Grace, a 12 month old black bitch, she was also very well presented, with a lovely dense harsh coat. She is upright in profile, with a straight front and good depth of chest, and spring of rib. She has good angulation front and rear, with a level topline and correct tailset. Her front movement was a bit tight, she moved with drive from the rear, and was also very well handled. 

OPEN (2,0)

1ST Miss Davies’ Exalon Moonlight Maestro, a stunning white 9 month old dog, he is certainly eye catching for all the right reasons. He was spooked by another dog as he entered the ring, but soon settled and presented a well balanced and elegant profile. His coat is dense and of good harsh texture, and he has black pigment on his nose, lips and eye rims, adding to his attractive masculine headset. His neck is of good length, and he carried his head high. He has a straight front, moderately wide chest of good depth, and laid back shoulders. His level topline and high set tail finish the picture. It was a pleasure to watch his sound free movement, BOB & BP

2nd Mrs Burton’s Highla Dream Machine, a 3 year old black dog, not as well presented as 1st place, he has a masculine headset, good length of muzzle and good dentition. His front is straight, he has a strong back, good spring of rib and moderate angulation. He moved ok when settled.

TIBETAN TERRIER

POST GRADUATE (2,1)

1ST Miss Pettit’s Rogspa’s Got Yer Back JW, a 20 month old black and white dog, he has such a lovely good-natured temperament and it was a pleasure to go over him. He is sturdy in frame, has a masculine head of good proportions, and a strong neck of medium length, which flowed into his well placed shoulders. He is well muscled throughout and has good depth of brisket and spring of rib. He has a good turn of stifle, and large round feet. He moved smoothly with good reach, and was handled well.

OPEN (2,1)

1ST Mrs Metcalfe’s Pippalata Overtime Magic, a 5 year old black and white bitch, very well presented with a profuse long coat. She is sturdy and balanced, square in profile and another with a lovely outgoing temperament. Her head is of medium length, with a strong muzzle and good dentition. She has large dark eyes and a feminine expression, and heavily feathered well placed ears. Her neck is strong and of good length, her front is straight and shoulders well laid. Her ribs are well sprung and well back, and her tail is set high and carried over her back. She moved effortlessly with reach and drive, and was very well handled. BOB 

TIBETAN SPANIEL

OPEN (1,0)

1ST Mrs Butterfield’s Oldcharm Love Me Do Chequerpei, a 9 month old gold sable dog with a black mask. He stood alone but what a charming puppy he is. He was very active and alert, with a masculine headset, correctly placed and well feathered pendant ears, and a blunt muzzle with good width of chin. He has a good front, level back and high set plumed tail. He was very exuberant on the move and made his handler work hard. BOB & BP

BULLDOG

OPEN (1,0)

1ST Mr & Mrs Baker’s Smoochabull Cyrus the Viruss into Pacolito, an 18 month old white with brindle smooth coated dog, very masculine and strong. His frame is compact and powerful, with plenty of substance. His broad square skull is clean and free from any excess, with dark eyes, black pigment and well placed ears. His forelegs are strong and set well apart, with a deep chest, short strong back, a gentle rise over the loin, and a well set tail. He moved soundly with the distinct bulldog roll, and was very well handled. It was a pleasure to watch on the move and award him BOB, and later UG4

AVNSC UTILITY

PUPPY (4,0) – what a delightful class of Shih Tzu puppies!

1st Mrs Skawska’s Mapimakastar Nadia Jol Rio, Shih Tzu - a 7 month old gold bitch with a black mask, she was active and alert. She has a broad round head, with the distinctive chrysanthemum furnishings, large dark round eyes, a short muzzle and wide jaw, and large well set ears. She has a balanced sturdy frame and ample bone. Developing in chest and rib, she has a level back and heavily plumed tail, high set and carried over her back. She demonstrated jaunty movement when she settled.

2nd Mrs Longstaff’s Carlita’s Passion to Love at Shihmali, Shih Tzu, a 9 month old gold & white bitch, smaller framed than 1st place, she has a pretty feminine headset, with large dark round eyes and a warm expression. Her muzzle is short with good width with dentition. Her neck is arched, her topline is level and her high set tails is heavily plumed. She moved well with a smooth flowing gait.

POST GRADUATE (4,0) 

1ST Mrs Skawska’s Mapimakastar Naila Jol Rio, Shih Tzu – a 7 month old gold and white bitch, and another with a very pretty expression. Her head is broad and round, with large dark expressive eyes, long leathers, excellent pigment and with a good beard on her square short muzzle. She has a sturdy balanced frame, and ample bone. Her head was carried proudly and she has a level topline, and a high set well plumed tail. She moved smoothly round the ring, showing full pad, and was very well handled. Litter sister to 1st in puppy, she beat her on movement today, BP and later UPG4.

2nd Mrs & Mr Brook’s Middanwinter Trojan Horse, Kooikerhondje – coming up to 2 years, he has a good head set with dark oval eyes, excellent pigment, well feathered pendant ears with ear rings, and an alert expression. He has good depth of chest and spring of rib. His back is level and finishes with a well feathered tailset. He is slightly out at the elbows today, and that affected his front movment.

OPEN (5,0)

1ST Mr & Mrs Brook’s Papikoi Time Out, Kooikerhondje, this 10 year old dog was presented in excellent condition, and did not give away any hint of his age. He is balanced in outline, and has a masculine headset, in proportion and held high. He has dark almond shaped eyes, excellent pigment, well set ears, a wedge shaped muzzle, and a strong jaw. He has well laid shoulders, a straight front and compact feet. A level back and good depth of chest, with elbows close and a slight tuck up. He is well muscled and had a flowing gait, I was pleased to award him BOB and later 1st AV Utility Veteran

2nd Miss Thornton’s Norboo Dark Aura, Shih Tzu, a 9 month old solid black bitch, not as mature as the PG class winner, she is developing in head and body, has lovely dark eyes and good furnishings. She has a sturdy outline and has a high set well furnished tail. She moved ok 

AV IMPORTED BREED REGISTER UTILITY

OPEN (2,1)

1ST Ms & Mr Casentieri’s Zventa Sventana Ya Perewinkle (Imp Rus), Xolocuintle (Min). A 5 year old black dog, with a slim elegant outline, he had a happy and alert expression, with dark almond shaped eyes on his pleasing wedge-shaped head. His ears are large, fine and erect. He is well muscled and has moderate angulation. He has good depth of chest and spring of rib, with a moderate tuck up. He carried his head high on the move, and was very in tune with his handler. BOB

UTILITY GROUP

1ST Miss Thompson’s Afterglow Show Us Yer Nuts Trandella JW, Poodle (Toy) see 1st Open

2nd Miss Roulston’s Ivyjewel Cast a Spell, Boston Terrier. An 18 month old bitch who showed herself off to perfection. She has a square balanced outline, with everything in proportion and stylish. Her head is very feminine, with large dark eyes and a lively intelligent expression. It was a delight to go over her, and she was very well handled, moving gracefully and with ease. 

3rd Mrs Adam-Slomkowski’s Skylax Power of Love, Lhasa Apso, see 1st Junior

4th Mr & Mrs Baker’s Smoochabull Cyrus the Viruss into Pacolito, Bulldog, see 1st Open

UTILTIY PUPPY GROUP

1ST Mrs & Mr Willy’ Sensha’s You Only Live Once, Akita. She has just turned 6 months and wow, what a lovely picture she presents. She is of good size and substance, and is balanced in profile. She has a beautiful head and a delightful temperament. She was very well handled and stacked herself with precision for one so young. She demonstrated powerful fluent movement and owned the ring. 

2nd Miss Lester’s Calmaric Play It Again, Poodle (Miniature) see 1st Post Graduate

3rd Ms Foley’s Leyenda’s Lil Miss Magic, French Bulldog. A 7 month old brindle bitch, she has a well marked brindle coat on her compact frame, with good bone and no sign of exaggeration anywhere. She has a feminine headset and good pleasing topline. She moved soundly round the ring, and was very well handled.

4th Mrs Skawska’s Maoimakastar Naila Jol Rio, Shih Tzu, see 1st Post Graduate

AV UTILITY

PUPPY (18,10)

1ST Miss Gill’s Jemblewood Stork of Solace. Dalmatian, see 2nd Junior

2nd Miss Cowen’s Kelmorespitz Love You More at Anderoco, Tibetan Terrier. a 9 month old black bitch with a white chest, she is still very much a baby. She has a sturdy square outline, and a square frame that is nicely balanced. Her head is developing well, with large round dark eyes, pendant ears and her coat is coming in. She has a level topline and short loin and moved well on large round feet. 

AV JUNIOR (10,8)

1ST Miss Thornton’s Norvoo De Von, Shih Tzu. A 9 month old black & white dog, he has a large broad round head, with good beard and whiskers, marred slightly by staining. He has large dark round eyes and an alert expression, a short square muzzle and good dentition. He is sturdy with short legs and level topline, and his tail is heavily plumed and carried over his back. He moved ok and was well handled. 

2nd Miss Thornton’s Norboo Dark Aura, Shih Tzu. See AVNSC 2nd Open. Litter sister to 1st place, she was placed above him 3 times previously, however she was showing signs of tiredness and her brother moved better in this class.

AV OPEN (12,9)

1ST Mr & Mrs Chesterfield’s Ithera Dulce de Leche into Burnsett, Lhasa Apso. A very well presented 3 ½ year old gold bitch, well groomed and in full coat. She has a pretty feminine headset, dark oval eyes, heavily feathered pendant ears, and a muzzle of good length. Her strong arched neck leads down to well laid back shoulders, with ribs extending well back. She is well muscled and moved with a free and jaunty gait in all directions. 

2nd Mrs Metcalfe’s Pippalata Overtime Magic, Tibetan Terrier, see 1st Open

AV Veteran (5,1)

1st Mrs & Mr Papikoi Time Out, Kooikerhondje, see 1st AVNSC Open

2nd Miss Lister’s Calmaric One For The Money JW VW, Poodle (Miniature) a black bitch and another fabulous 10 year old. She has a fabulous dense harsh coat, and is presented in excellent condition. Her head is long and fine, with dark almond shaped eyes, a strong foreface, flat cheekbones and a well defined chin. In profile she is balanced and elegant, with a short strong back and ribs well rounded. She moved soundly with proud carriage  

AV SPECIAL VETERAN STAKES (23,15)

1st Miss Bird & Mrs Caden’s Hawksflight Paparazzi at Domberg, Belgian Shepherd Dog (Groenendael). A black dog, just shy of his 8th birthday. He has a long abundant coat on his square frame, which is balanced and well muscled. His head is long and his muzzle tapers, with lean cheeks and chiselling beneath the eyes. He has a gentle, watchful demeanour and was a pleasure to go over. His front is straight with strong pasterns, and he has a deep chest, a short firm back and well set tail. He moved briskly, and was very well handled.

2nd Mrs & Mr Kneeshaw’s Adjucet Stand By Me, Bearded Collie. A brown and white bitch, celebrating her 7th birthday today. She has a lovely kind bright expression, and was presented with a well groomed harsh flat coat. She is balanced throughout, with a head of good proportions, good length of muzzle, well set ears and a strong jaw. She is well muscled, with ample bone and good angulation front and rear. She moved very well, with a smooth effortless gait and maintaining her topline. 

Sue Worrell (Miamou)