Isle Of Ely Canine Society

Isle of Ely Premier Open Show Day 1 - 7th February 2026

It was a pleasure and an honour to be invited by the Isle of Ely committee to judge at their Premier Open Show. Having previously attended as an exhibitor, I have always admired the atmosphere and organisation of this show, so returning in the capacity of judge was particularly meaningful for me.

The weather presented challenges for everyone, yet the committee worked tirelessly to ensure that exhibitors, dogs, and judges were well looked after throughout the day. The show was efficiently run, and the café—serving excellent food—was a very welcome discovery amid the conditions.

I was grateful for the strong entry across all breeds despite the weather. It is an honour when exhibitors choose to enter under me and allow me the privilege of going over their dogs. All exhibits presented with correct bite and dentition in good condition; I did not encounter any poor mouths. A couple of youngsters were new to the ring, and I was pleased to receive messages afterwards from handlers who were happy with how their dogs coped with the busy, distracting environment and appreciated the gentle, patient approach during examination.

Every show is a learning experience for all involved, and I thoroughly enjoyed my day with you.

Hungarian Pumi

Class 255 PD/B (1,0)

1st: 382 WESSON & GILES’S Serteperti Kuplung: 6 month old male of masculine profile, slightly long in body at this stage. Skull still developing but with a pleasing head proportionate to his frame, high set ears folding correctly and dark oval eyes. Neck of good length leading into developing forequarters and a strengthening topline. Lean forelegs. Chest already of good depth with promising ribbing and tidy tuck up. Tail set a little low on a more curved croup, and he dropped it at times, understandable for a youngster adjusting to the bustle of the ring. Hindquarters well made with muscled thighs, parallel hind legs and low set hocks. Puppy coat of correct texture. New to the ring, he nevertheless kept up with his handler and remained lively on the move. Promising youngster. BD, BPIB. 

Class 256 JD/B (0,0)

Class 257 PGD/B (1,1)

Class 258 OD/B (1,0)

1st: 381 JOHN’S Ch Breezelyn Ears A Breakthrou For Alepenkye Cw: 4 year old black bitch of excellent proportions and a square outline. Mature head with skull and foreface in a near straight line and minimal stop; muzzle ideally proportioned for a clean, balanced profile. High set ears and lively dark eyes. Strong neck into a level topline. Tail set high and carried in a correct curl over the croup. Well constructed forequarters with good shoulder lay and legs set well under the body. Chest of good depth with well developed ribbing and tidy tuck up. Hindquarters well muscled and true both standing and moving, with low set hocks. Coat crisp, correct and naturally presented, her colour now fully matured. Well handled, balanced mover. BB, BOB. Pleased to see her shortlisted in the group.

Hungarian Puli

Class 251 Puppy D/B (0)

Class 252 Junior D/B (0)

Class 253 Post Graduate D/B (2,0)

1st: 377 HUDSON’s Mournebrake Also An Angel: 2.5 year old sturdy male of medium size with overall balance and a square outline. I liked his head, round from the front with a well defined stop. Ears set just below the skull and covered in cords. Eyes well defined with black rims, giving a lively, intelligent expression. Black nose complements his round muzzle of one third head length. Tight lips and strong jaws. Strong neck blending into a solid back. Loin short. Tightly curled tail completes the silhouette. Shoulders well laid. Ribs deep and well sprung. Straight, parallel forelegs; hindquarters strong and well muscled with good stifle bend and low hocks. Compact feet turning neither in nor out. White, well corded coat, damp from rain. Lively and maintained a firm topline on the move. RBD,RBOB

2nd: 379 SCRUTTON’s Tyngeli Make A Wish For Gemeau: Beautiful black female just short of 2-year-old, of good size and with a feminine profile. Head was small and balance. Eyes dark and lively. Muzzle of good shape. Black nose. Muscled neck leads into a short, level topline. Loin short. Shoulders well-placed. Well sprung ribs. Front and rear legs parallel with good round, tight feet. On the move she was rather distracted but still kept up with her handler. I liked her head definition, she’s very pretty and presented in excellent coat condition for her age. She was reluctant to allow examination just before I made the decision on the class winner, which was a shame.

Class 254 OD/B (3,0)

1st: 375 COWLEY’s Ch Kashbeluli There We Are Then JW ShCEx OSW: 4 year old sturdy male of excellent proportion and balanced outline. Masculine head, small and doomed skull. Dark eyes. Strong neck of medium length blends nicely into a good return of upper arm and well laid shoulders. Straight forelegs and tight elbows. Short back. Strong, broad loin. Tail tightly curled on the croup, completing the silhouette. Under the well corded coat, behind the elbows, is his broad ribcage. Hindquarters well muscled with well turned stifles and low hocks. Tight, round feet front and rear. Solid black, well corded coat, nearly touching the ground and in good condition. Short stepping coming and going. Going around he was animated and responsive. Very stylish and sound in movement. BD,BOB. 

2nd: 376 HUDSON’s Mournebrake Archangel: 4 year old male of good bone and quality, medium size with a squarish outline. Under the corded coat was a small head with dark brown eyes and well corded ears. Blunt, rounded muzzle. Muscular neck blending into a level topline. Loin short and well-muscled. Tail correctly set and carried. Forequarters well boned with well laid shoulders and straight forelegs. Ribs broad and deep with slight tuck up. Strong hindquarters with well muscled thighs; rear legs parallel with good stifle bend and low hocks. Small, tight, round feet. Coat well corded, dark grey with various shades. Short, brisk gait. On the move he held his topline well and remained lively throughout.

3rd: 378 LILLEY’s Loncsosi-bator Nepper (imp Hun)

Lancashire Heeler

Class 259 PD/B (0,0)

Class 260 JD/B (1,0)

1st: 384 MOORE’s Foxthyme Unbelievable: 14 month old black and tan junior male of good proportion and bone. Pleasing head with skull and muzzle on parallel planes; erect ears and wide set dark almond eyes giving a lively expression. Moderate neck flowing into a firm, level topline. Tail high set, carried in a slight curve over the back. Well laid shoulder with elbows close to the ribcage. Straight forelegs with pasterns turning slightly out, typical for the breed. Well sprung ribs, muscled thighs, well turned stifles and moderate rear angulation. Small, firm feet. Free, happy mover. I particularly appreciate his ear carriage, developing muscle tone throughout, and firm level topline complementing his masculine profile. BD,BOB.

Class 261 PGD/B (0,0)

Class 262 OD/B (1,0)

1st: 383 BELLINGER’s Foveaux Jean Genie At Heelstone Jw: 17 month old black and tan female with a feminine outline and a pretty head. Proportionate head with flat, wide skull and parallel muzzle; eyes of good shape and set wide, complementing her alert, lively expression. Well muscled neck flowing smoothly into a level topline. Tail set on a gently curved croup. Forechest of good width, good shoulder, and forelegs close to the ribs with slight outward turn acceptable for the breed. Ribcage of good depth, extending well back. Hindquarters pleasing, with muscled thighs for her age, good turn of stifle and low set hocks. Firm feet. On the stand she wags constantly. On the move her gait was brisk; she’s happy and attuned to her handler throughout. BB,RBOB.

Shetland Sheepdog

Class 283 PD/B (1,0) 

1st: 412 NORRIS’ Ferngrove's Onyx: 8 month old, well proportioned tricolour male of medium size with a balanced outline. Long, clean wedge head with skull and muzzle in parallel planes. Small ears set close together on top of the skull, tipping correctly. Dark almond eyes complement his sweet, intelligent expression. Neck arched and of good length. Level topline flowing into a gently sloping croup. Tail low set and carried correctly. Chest already of good depth with promising ribbing and tidy tuck up. Hindquarters with broad, well muscled thighs and parallel rear legs. Oval feet with tight, close toes. Harsh outer coat and in full coat today. Playful youngster who nevertheless kept up with his handler. Still growing into his frame, he moved well for his age. BPIB.

Class 284 JD/B (1,0)

1st: 409 JACKSON’s Kishdigra An Irish Blessing For Clairavelle (IKC): 14 month old sable and white junior bitch of good proportion and a pleasing profile. Refined head with a defined stop and a tapering muzzle equal in length to the skull. Ears high set and carried correctly. Dark almond eyes and flat cheeks tapering smoothly into the muzzle give a gentle, sweet expression. Neck well arched, blending into a long, straight back. Tail set below a gently sloping croup. Forequarters moderate in width with well placed shoulders, good return of upper arm and straight, parallel forelegs. Well boned with a chest of good depth, well sprung ribs and moderate tuck up. Hindquarters well developed with moderate angulation. Harsh outer coat; still in adolescent coat change and will gain volume as she matures. Good overall construction and moved with drive and ground coverage.

Class 285 PGD/B (3,1) 

1st: 411 NORRIS’ Ferngrove's Code Blue JW: Blue merle male just under 2 years old of masculine profile and good bone. Excellent overall proportion with skull and muzzle in balance and a noticeable stop. Muzzle of good strength, correct ear set and carriage, and dark, expressive eyes completing a masculine head. Muscular neck with an abundant mane leading into well laid shoulders and a forechest of moderate width. Forelegs well boned and parallel. Well sprung ribs and a strong, level back. Tail low set and of good length. Hindquarters muscular with strong thighs and moderate angulation. He rolls behind on the move, and when stacked his rear is wide with feet turning slightly out. Well-groomed and presented. Pleasing dog with breed type and quality coat; rear movement cost him the win. BD,RBOB.

2nd: 409 JACKSON, Miss Miah Kishdigra An Irish Blessing For Clairavelle (IKC): Repeated entry.

3rd: 410 NORRIS, Mrs V Sabema Mayfly At Ferngrove

Class 286 OD/B (1,1) 

1st: 408 BASTIANI & G JOHN’s Rannerdale She's A Lady Of Auberswell: Sable and white female just 3 months short of 4 years old with a clean outline and adequate bone. Skull and muzzle in correct balance, flat cheeks tapering into a rounded muzzle. Eyes slightly full but well set and moderately apart, with correctly tipped ears completing her expression. Muscular neck with mane flowing into a firm topline. Croup slopes gradually into a correctly set tail. Shoulders well placed with good return of upper arm. Chest deep with well sprung ribs. Forelegs straight and well boned; hindquarters well-muscled with moderate angulation. Oval feet well placed. In full coat and well presented. Well-tuned to her handler. Coming in a little toe in, yet she moves with good ground coverage and a firmer rear action. BB,BOB.

Swedish Vallhund

Class 287 PD/B (0,0)

Class 288 JD/B (2,0) 

1st: 415 CAMERON & WOODS’ Bowkol Kynligr Odyssee: 14 month old proportionate male, well boned and handsome. Although a junior, he commanded attention. Neat blunt wedge shaped head with flat skull and a square muzzle of good length and strength. Medium ears and dark brown oval eyes giving a watchful, alert expression. Strong, well muscled neck flowing into a broad, strong back. High tail set continuing cleanly from a broad, slightly sloping croup. Oval chest of good width and already well-muscled; well laid shoulder with a shorter, clearly angled upper arm. Well sprung ribs and moderate tuck up. Defined harness markings. Developing hindquarters with muscled thighs, good turn of stifle and low hocks. Free mover with good rear thrust and a harsh topcoat. Sturdy, masculine youngster with a promising future. BD, BOB. Pleased for shortlisted in the strong group.

2nd: 416 CHAPLAIN & CHAPLAIN’s, Aescwine Cor Blimey: 15 month old proportionate male of good size with a still developing head. Wedge shaped head with a slight rounding over the skull and a muzzle of good length. Medium ears set a tad low, and oval eyes with moderate spacing. Muscled neck of good reach blending into a level topline and developing back. Tail well set from the croup. Forechest of good width, well laid shoulder and visible sternum. Good ribs and tuck up. Defined harness markings. Hindquarters developing well with strong thighs, good turn of stifle and low hocks. Good angulation front and rear. Oval, straightforward feet. Moved willingly for his handler. Fine head features and a sweet, appealing expression; he will mature into his frame.

Class 289 PGD/B (1,0) 

1st: 417 CHAPLAIN, Mrs Sandra & CHAPLAIN, Dr Roland Ruserns Riff Raff: Moderate male just 3 months short of 3 years old, well off for bone, proportionate with a refined profile. Attractive head, a clean blunt wedge with skull and muzzle in balance, and well defined facial markings. Dark oval eyes and well sized pricked ears enhance his watchful expression. Muscled neck of good reach flowing into a level topline and a high tail set on a gently sloping croup. Forequarters well developed oval chest, visible sternum and well laid shoulders. Forelegs parallel with a gentle slope to the pasterns. Hindquarters developed with muscled thighs, well bent stifles and low hocks. Strong feet. He moved with balance and good rear thrust. In good coat condition. He’s the most mature of the entry. I prefer the sturdiness and masculinity of junior class winner. RBD,RBOB. 

Judged By Tina Johnson (Teikokusou)