Sunderland & District Canine Society

DALMATIANS & TERRIER GROUP – SUNDERLAND & DISTRICT CANINE SOCIETY Sunday 22nd March 2026 Judge: Tracey Jane Anscombe My sincere thanks to Sunderland & District Canine Society for the kind invitation to judge the Terrier Group at their well-run and friendly show. I was grateful for the opportunity to assess a variety of breeds and was pleased with the overall quality of exhibits presented. I would also like to thank the exhibitors for their entries and sporting attitude throughout, and the stewards for keeping the ring running so efficiently, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable day. Dalmatian Postgraduate A small entry, with competition confined to the Post Graduate class, but pleasing to find correct breed type and soundness. 1 Portunes St Jimmy at Exayeex JW – A wellbalanced liver dog of correct size and proportions, presenting a clean, flowing outline with a firm, level topline and good depth through the chest. Masculine head with correct planes, good length of muzzle, and expressive eye. His spotting is of good colour and well distributed, enhancing his overall appearance. Strong, straight limbs with tight feet. Moved freely and with purpose, showing excellent reach and drive while maintaining his outline at all times. A sound, typical Dalmatian whose balance and movement earned him Best of Breed and thrilled to hear he went utility group 2. 2 Dalamanti Morning Sunshine – A nicely made dog of pleasing type, showing a balanced outline with attractive, even black spotting. Masculine head with a strong expression, good neck and shoulder placement, and correct topline. moved steadily and true, just not quite matching the winner’s overall strength and finish today. A close decision and a quality exhibit deserving of Reserve Best of Breed. Terrier Group Bedlington Terrier Graduate 1 Mickleview Lay Down Sally – Attractive young bitch presenting an excellent outline, showing the characteristic Bedlington curves with a wellarched loin and clean, elegant neck. Correct, narrow, pearshaped head with dark, expressive eye and a gentle, typical expression. Coat of good texture for age, already showing promise of the crisp feel desired. Moved lightly and freely with the springy, effortless action typical of the breed. A quality youngster with much to admire and a bright future ahead. BPIB PG2 2 Mactufts Kindred Spirit – Soundly made youngster with good bone and substance. Pleasing head proportions and a correct topline with gentle rise over the loin. Not quite the refinement in outline or lightness on the move shown by the winner today, but a steady, honest exhibit of good type. 3 Kentone Pearl Brimstone – A steady mover with pleasing overall type. Presents a clean outline and typical expression, though not quite the balance or finish of those placed above. Still a nice example of the breed Bedlington Terrier Open 1 Sharnor Sultan of Spica – A quality dog who immediately commands attention with his correct, racy outline and excellent overall shape. Strong yet refined head with the desired narrow, wedge-like appearance and correct fill. Wellarched loin, good depth through the body, and strong, wellplaced hindquarters. Coat of excellent texture and beautifully presented. Moved with drive and purpose, showing true Bedlington action — light, elastic, and covering the ground with ease. A stylish and impressive exhibit deserving of Best of Breed. 2 Mactufts Nanny McPhee – A feminine bitch, well-presented and of pleasing breed type. Maintains a correct outline with gentle rise over the loin and a typical expression. Moved soundly, though lacking some of the strength, presence, and overall finish shown by the winner today. Bull Terrier (Miniature) Graduate 1 Louwab Five Bottles of Shampoo – Compact, wellbalanced youngster of excellent breed type. Strong, eggshaped head with good fill under the eye, correct profile, and neat, wellset ears giving a bright, alert expression. Good bone and substance for size, with a short, strong back and wellangulated quarters. Moved soundly with drive and purpose, maintaining a firm outline throughout. A quality puppy with much promise. A pity they did not stay for the group. BOB BPIB Bull Terrier (Miniature) Open 1 Leyfinds Taking Over Louwab – A wellconstructed exhibit presenting a pleasing outline with good balance and typical Bull Terrier presence. Strong, correctly shaped head with adequate fill and a kind expression. Good bone, firm topline, and wellmade quarters. Moved freely and cleanly. Just preferred the winner in head strength and overall type today. Cairn Terrier Graduate 1 Droverlaw Blossom in Bloom – A typical Cairn, alert and workmanlike with correct proportions and a harsh, weatherresistant coat. Presents a balanced outline with a lively, confident attitude. Head shows good strength with a keen expression, the dark eye and correct ear set enhancing typical breed character. Moved freely with purpose and drive, maintaining a firm topline and demonstrating true terrier spirit. A quality exhibit who deserved Best of Breed G4 Fox Terrier (Smooth) Graduate 1 Tynefox Vinho Verde – Dog of correct proportions although carrying a little bit to much condition, presenting a clean outline with good length of neck flowing into welllaid shoulders. Topline is level and firm, with a wellset tail carried correctly. Head is typical, with a keen expression and correct flat skull. Moved out with purpose. BOB. Fox Terrier (Wire) Graduate 1 Fennekin Mystique of Belgica – Promising 7monthold puppy showing excellent breed type with a typical, cleanly defined outline. Good forehand with correct front assembly and strong, wellmuscled quarters. Coat is harsh, dense and wellpresented, enhancing overall shape. Moved with confidence, showing drive and purpose while maintaining balance for age. A very nice youngster with much potential ahead. BOB BPIB. Manchester Terrier Open 1 Digelsa Dark Velvet ShCEx – Elegant, wellbalanced 8 year old exhibit of correct Manchester Terrier type. Presents a clean, refined outline with a strong yet wedgeshaped head, correct eye, and keen expression. Wellangulated fore and hindquarters support a firm topline and correct tail carriage. Moved OK although a little wayward in front action. BOB. Sealyham Terrier Open 1 Ch Whooperhill Serendipity for Letara JW – A quality exhibit of correct Sealyham type, presenting a strong, balanced outline with good length of body and welllaid shoulders. Head is powerful yet refined, carrying the characteristic strength of jaw and typical expression. Coat is of correct texture and expertly presented, enhancing the dog’s overall shape. Moved soundly with true Sealyham purpose, demonstrating the sturdy, workmanlike action expected of the breed. A welldeserved Best of Breed and Group 3 Skye Terrier Graduate 1 Y’Rinnes Les Ecossais du Lac – Wellbalanced puppy of promising type, displaying the correct long, low outline characteristic of the Skye Terrier. Head shows good length with a strong muzzle, wellfeathered ears, and a keen, attentive expression. Body proportions are correct for age, with a developing coat of good texture that already enhances the elegant silhouette. Moved soundly and confidently, showing good reach and drive for a youngster. BPIB 2 Rhoderns Boreray for Shearsky – A pleasing dog of good type, presenting a clean outline and typical head and expression. Maintains correct body length and proportions, presented in full coat of correct texture.Just preferred the overall balance and finish of the winner today Skye Terrier Open 1 Verumamicus Drusus – A mature dog of excellent type, showcasing the correct long and low Skye Terrier outline with a strong, level topline and wellset tail. Head is powerful yet refined, with good length and typical expression. Coat of correct texture wellpresented, and falling neatly to enhance the dog’s silhouette. Moved with purpose and strength, demonstrating the smooth, groundcovering stride expected of the breed. A worthy Best of Breed Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Graduate 1 Eblanahalls Gold Fascinus – Quality youngster of ideal size with excellent overall balance and a beautifully soft, silky coat of correct texture. Appealing head with a warm, typical Wheaten expression, and a pleasing outline enhanced by correct proportions. Moved freely with good reach and drive, maintaining a clean, fluent outline at all times. A very promising exhibit whose balance, size and coat quality set them apart today. BOB BPIB PG4. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Open 1 Eblanahalls Gold Limerence - A pleasing exhibit of good overall type with a soft, silky coat of correct texture. Slightly on the small side, but well balanced throughout with a warm, typical Wheaten expression. Moved freely with good reach and drive, maintaining a tidy and composed outline. Staffordshire Bull Terrier Puppy 1 Taraiel Amazing Grace – A very promising youngster showing excellent breed type with good bone and substance. Feminine head with correct proportions and a keen Stafford expression. Balanced throughout with a clean outline and developing strength. Moved confidently with good attitude and purpose. A highquality puppy who fully deserved her Best Puppy award and Puppy Group 1 2 Kahamaia All Black – A pleasing puppy of good type and overall shape. Displays balance and neat proportions, just not quite the maturity, finish, or confidence on the move seen in the winner today. 3 Crowstaff Seize the Day for Weorc – Sound and typical youngster, well-made and steady on the move. Simply less developed at this stage than those placed above Staffordshire Bull Terrier Junior 1 Skyland Tilikum – Wellmade youngster displaying good proportions, balance, and a clean outline. Moved soundly with purpose, showing developing strength and typical Stafford character. 2 Albamandra Perfect Illusion – A pleasing junior with a typical expression and overall good type. Just lacked some of the strength and substance shown by the winner today. Staffordshire Bull Terrier Postgraduate 1 Geordiestoon Defiant Boy for Weorc JW – A strong, typey exhibit with a wellproportioned head, good bone, and excellent overall balance. Moved with purpose and drive, maintaining a clean outline. A quality dog who pushed hard for top honours. RBOB 2 Geordiestoon Queen of Fury – A feminine bitch of pleasing outline with good proportions and typical expression. Balanced and steady on the move; just preferred the overall power of the class winner. 3 Kahamaia Auckland – A sound dog of respectable type and shape. Performed well but those placed above offered stronger overall balance and finish today. Res Skyland Tilikum Staffordshire Bull Terrier Open 1 Geordiestoon Agamemnon – An outstanding exhibit combining strength, balance, and unmistakable Staffordshire Bull Terrier type. Powerful head with correct proportions, wellsprung ribs, and strong, wellmuscled hindquarters. Moved with authority, drive, and controlled power while maintaining a firm topline. A commanding dog who thoroughly earned his Best of Breed and Group 2 placement. 2 Cafall Pin Up Girl – Quality bitch with pleasing type, balance, and a typical expression. Sound and honest on the move, though lacking the presence and overall impact of the winner today. West Highland White Terrier Graduate 1 Maxmadadh Mikko Marmorista – Typical Westie with correct, harsh coat of good texture and excellent pigmentation, contributing to a clean and bright overall expression. Presents a neat, compact outline with well‑set ears and a confident attitude. Moved soundly and with purpose, holding a firm topline throughout. A promising youngster showing correct breed qualities. BPIB. West Highland White Terrier Open 1 Maxmadadh Midsummer Mojito – A quality exhibit showing correct balance, strong topline and excellent coat texture, presented to advantage. Compact and wellproportioned with typical Westie expression. Moved well with purpose and drive, demonstrating sound construction and positive rear action. Fully deserved Best of Breed today. 2 Maxmadadh Madness of Muse – Good type with pleasing expression and sound movement. Maintains a tidy outline, though the overall finish and strength of the winner gave them the edge today. RBOB AV Terrier Veteran 1 Raphelyans Unzip to Roisins at Mactufts (Bedlington Terrier) A quality Bedlington veteran, still presenting a typical and elegant outline. Lovely pearshaped head with correct expression, wellarched loin and balanced proportions. Coat remains of good texture and well maintained. Moves with surprising ease and lightness for age — steady and true. VG1 2 Raleniro Second Time Around ShCM ShCEx VW (Border Terrier) Remarkable veteran of 12½ years, still moving soundly and with real purpose. Typical head and expression, retaining much of the breed’s character. Shows a touch of midlife spread, but is still fit for purpose and in admirable condition for age. Moved well, steady and true, a credit to their owner. 3 Digelsa Dark Velvet ShCEx (Manchester Terrier) A wellpresented Manchester Terrier veteran showed typical outline and expression. Res Otterpaws Take It Easy with Raleniro JW (Border Terrier) A neat Border Terrier veteran with typical expression and steady movement. AV Terrier Puppy 1 Y’Rinnes Les Ecossais du Lac (Skye Terrier) 2 Tomhome Im An Upstart for Raleniro (Border Terrier) Nice youngster of pleasing type with a typical head and expression. Balanced and spannable with a good outline. Coat and pelt coming on well. Moved steadily and showed well for age 3 Crowstaff Seize the Day for Weorc (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) Res Maxmadadh Mikko Marmorista (West Highland White Terrier) AV Terrier Junior 1 Droverlaw Blossom in Bloom (Cairn Terrier) 2 Chorbeck Queen of Jazz with Foxwater (Border Terrier) Typical adult of good overall type with a pleasing otter head and alert expression. Balanced and spannable with a clean outline and correct tailset. Coat and pelt of good texture. Moved out steadily and with purpose, showing true Border character. 3 Albamandra Perfect Illusion (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) AV Terrier Graduate 1 Geordiestoon Queen of Fury (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) 2 Tomhome I’m an Upstart for Raleniro (Border Terrier) 3 Maxmadadh Midsummer Mimosa (West Highland White Terrier) Res Mactufts Kindred Spirit (Bedlington Terrier) AV Terrier Open 1 Geordiestoon Agamemnon (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) 2 Mactufts Nanny McPhee (Bedlington Terrier) Terrier Group Group 1 Sharnor Sultan of Spica (Bedlington Terrier) A stylish Bedlington who impressed with his elegant outline, correct topline, and light, effortless movement. Fully deserved his Group 1 placement. Group 2 Geordiestoon Agamemnon (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) A powerful, commanding Stafford showing true breed type, strength, and purposeful movement. Group 3 Ch Whooperhill Serendipity for Letara JW (Sealyham Terrier) A quality Sealyham of excellent type, well presented and moving with true, workmanlike purpose. Group 4 Droverlaw Blossom in Bloom (Cairn Terrier) A typical, alert Cairn maintaining a confident outline and demonstrating correct terrier character. Terrier Puppy Group Puppy Group 1 Taraiel Amazing Grace (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) A highquality Stafford puppy showing excellent type, balance, and confident movement for age. Puppy Group 2 Mickleview Lay Down Sally (Bedlington Terrier) A very promising Bedlington puppy with an elegant outline and light, springy movement. Puppy Group 3 Sandyfaulds Morning Star for Beaconpike (Border Terrier) Promising youngster of good type with a typical otter head and keen expression. Nicely proportioned and spannable with a firm topline and developing coat and pelt. Moved freely and confidently for age. Puppy Group 4 Eblanahalls Gold Fascinus (Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier) A quality Wheaten puppy with ideal size, balance.