Venue: Harewood House
RDCC, Grindelvald In Full Cry (Mrs M A Bailey)
BCC, Stoneygin Dolly Mixture At Pherjan (Mr C & Mrs C A Maltby)
RBCC, Blue Tutu Via Ycart (Mr K K & Mrs T J Fraser & Butler)
BP, Southash Blue Betty Boo Gameway (Mrs P Clark)
I would like to express my appreciation to the exhibitors for their support. On the whole, rear movement was satisfactory. However I observed front movement on some exhibits was unsatisfactory. I found one mouth with a misplaced tooth and another with a just passable level bite. Presentation of most dogs was of a high standard but some exhibits shown today would benefit greatly from regular daily exercise.
Entries: 6 Absentees: 0
1st: Xapex Santiago at Otterwood (Mr M J & Mrs J M Hollingsbee) Six month old blue and tan, pleasing head with a good bite and nicely placed ears. He has good bone, a thick pelt and level top line with a carrot tail. His rear movement was very positive and showed drive and although he had that puppy playfulness, his front movement appeared true. Best Puppy Dog.
2nd: Foxcraig Magic Aurora (Mr G R Sugars) Pleasing head and expression, good bite and strong muzzle, good legs and feet. He has a deep narrow body with correct length of rib. He needs to be a bit stronger in his rear movement which should come with maturity.
3rd: Breadsall Jazzy to Beeley (Mrs J Rumbell)
Res: Ragatam Kenzie (Miss T Peacock)
VHC: Aurgwen Billericay (Mr A & Mrs L Bull)
Entries: 10 Absentees: 5
1st: Carrock Clayton (Ms J M Fawcett) This puppy has a pleasing head and good ear placement, correct bone and a straight front, lovely racy lines with ribs carried well back. He was spannable and had an excellent pin wire coat. He showed and moved well.
2nd: Cedarhill Cuyahoga to Tarkadon (Mrs D E & Miss T Shields) A strong headed mature puppy, large teeth with a correct bite. Good bone and in excellent coat. He was presented in first class order. Thought he was my winner, but front movement could have been better. He was unsettled on the table and did not seem to keen on his neighbours in the ring.
3rd: Ashbrae Fellman at Beaconpike (Mr & Mrs Golding)
Res: Borderella Day Tripper (Mrs P South)
VHC: The Dark Crystal (Mrs Anderson)
Entries: 10 Absentees: 1
1st: Ethlencoral Pip of Ottaswell (Mr D & Mrs G M Hunt) This grizzle and tan dog had a good otter head with a short strong muzzle, large powerful teeth with a scissor bite. Good length of neck leading to well laid shoulders and a straight narrow front with correct bone and tight feet. His ribs were carried well back and he was easily spannable. Coat was of correct texture and he has a thick pelt. Lovely profile with a level top line while standing and on the move. He has a good bend of stifle with well muscled first and second thigh and for this reason he moved with drive. His presentation and condition was first class and he responded to his handler to show off his qualities. Movement both ways was sound. Dog Challenge Certificate and Best of Breed.
2nd: Grindelvald In Full Cry (Mrs M A Bailey) Unlucky to meet the winner. Another quality dog with a workmanlike appearance, pin wire coat, good reach of neck, forelegs straight and just enough bone. His body was narrow and spannable. He appealed very much in type and size, moved well. Reserve Dog Challenge Certificate.
3rd: Ragatam Joker at Paleside (Mr & Mrs D Mitchell)
Res: Dandyhow Beeline (Mrs K M Irving)
VHC: Halcus Annatto (Mr J F & Mrs I H Nicolls)
Entries: 4 Absentees: 2
1st: Kali-Kama Spin Doctor [ATC AK00299DNK](A Christensen) Blue and tan of handy size, with good bone and tight feet. He has a masculine head with a good bite and correct ears. His front was straight and he was spannable. He has a harsh coat with nice ticking. Moved well around the ring.
2nd: Bramblebee Little Tyke at Cynetkoy (Mr S Watson & Mrs A Kenna) Lacking coat today and did not seem to enjoy his outing. Consequently, movement was difficult to assess.
Entries: 13 Absentees: 4
1st: Chorbeck Moonlight Shadow (Mrs H Haughton) A good honest, workmanlike border. His coat was harsh and he had a thick pelt. Lovely otter head with a keen expression, correct bone and well angulated throughout. He was in good condition and his movement was sound and free. Showed well.
2nd: Ragatam Hawk at Staynorwood (Mr & Mrs G Richardson) A very nice dog, full of type and substance and plenty to like about him. I was pleased with his movement and balance. It was a pity he was short of coat today.
3rd: Vallemoss Voodoo At Roxess (Mr J T & Mrs N Todd)
Res: Foxcraig Magician (Mr G Sugars)
VHC: Master Minstral at Beaconpike (Mr & Mrs Golding)
Entries: 8 Absentees: 2
1st: Ragatam Harris JW (Miss T Peacock) This dog has a strong masculine head, correct ear placement, good bite and strong teeth. He was presented in a double coat and had a thick pelt. His muscle tone was evident especially in his first and second thighs. I was impressed by his overall quality however his front movement could have been more positive.
2nd: Gameway Charles Dickens (Mrs P Clark) Although this dog did not have quite the head as the winner he was of a good type. He has a good expressions and neat ears. Correct length of neck and was spannable. Coat was harsh and his pelt was thick. I thought his overall movement could have been more convincing.
3rd: Foxcraig Jester (Mr G Sugars)
Res: Bolt Tail Jebba (Mr F & Mrs H Freeman)
VHC: Conundrum Blue Legend at Southash (Mr & Mrs Southam)
Entries: 11 Absentees: 3
1st: Hesslemere Hi Karate JW (Mrs C Davis) Blue and tan, good headed dog with correct length of neck with a level top line held on the move. He had an excellent harsh coat, good ribs and racy lines. Correct tail set. He was in super condition. His angulation was correct both front and rear, which enabled him to move true. A lovely dog to go over.
2nd: Todlaws Furl O Brise (Miss S Todd) Blue and Tan in excellent shape and condition for his age. Lovely racy outline with a level top line and correct tail set. He was in a good double coat. He has racy hind quarters with a good turn of stifle and his movement was positive. He covered the ground effortlessly, a nice showman.
3rd: CH Tythrop Tapas (Miss J Lee)
Res: Dutch Ger Int Danchos Midas (Ms A Christensen)
VHC: CH Otterwood Amex JW ShCM (Mr M J & Mrs J M Hollingsbee)
Entries: 4 Absentees: 1
1st: Southash Blue Betty Boo Gameway (Mrs P Clark) A very promising blue and tan pup. Lovely feminine head with a good ear set, correct bite and dark eye. She has a straight front, correct bone and neat feet. I found her easily spannable. She has a good coat with ticking evident and a thick pelt. Moved true and showed well for one so young. BEST PUPPY
2nd: Doramil Burnished Brass (Mrs M Scale) A raw puppy at the moment, but looks as though she has all the essentials, which on maturity, should improve. She has a pin wire coat, sweet otter head and good ear placement. Her action was satisfactory and she coped with her first outing well.
3rd: Bromscars Wasted Time (Mr P Cheeseman)
Entries: 8 Absentees: 2
1st: Kilburnpride Tinkerbell Todlaws (Miss S Todd) Good head for her age, strong muzzle and well placed ears, she has enough bone and is racy throughout. Her coat was harsh and her hindquarters were well angulated which enable her to move with drive. Front movement acceptable, but needs to settle. Showed well.
2nd: Benattivo Gemstone for Daluce (Mr J & Mrs H M Thomas) Another nice puppy. She has a lovely outline, level top line and good tail set. She was spannable and in good coat. I just preferred the strength of head of the winner. Responded well to her handler.
3rd: Benattivo Kissing Stone for Cynetkoy (Mr S D & Mrs A S Watson & Kenna)
Res: Baillieswells Isla (Professor A S Milton)
VHC: Carrickfarm Mika (Mrs V M Armstrong)
Entries: 17 Absentees: 4
1st: Stoneygin Dolly Mixture At Pherjan (Mr C & Mrs C A Maltby) This blue and tan bitch has a pleasing feminine head, correct bite, good front assembly, correct bone and small compact feet. She has a nice reach of neck with a balanced outline, excellent ribbing and easily spannable. Her coat was harsh and dense. Well angulated hindquarters enabled her to move with drive and purpose, front movement was straight and true. She was turned out well and in good condition. A natural showgirl. BITCH CHALLENGE CERTIFICATE
2nd: Benattivo Rosina (Mr C & Mrs S Girling) A nice handy sized bitch, with otter head, dark eyes and a keen expression. Good bone and straight front. She was spannable and in good coat and condition. Although slightly shorter in length than the winner she was balanced.
3rd: Oakpoint Fallen Star (Mrs D Pearson & Mrs L E Snowden-Hayes)
Res: Comberdown Cliodna at Doramil (Mrs M Scale)
VHC: Rexlands Golden Plover by Karison (Miss K & Mrs D Johnson & Pearson)
Entries: 8 Absentees: 1
1st: Rexlands Golden Plover by Karison (Miss K & Mrs D Johnson & Pearson) This bitch has a feminine head with a good expression, she has racy lines and was in good coat. Her movement won this class. I was informed after the judging that this win qualifies her for her Junior Warrant. Well done!
2nd: Benattivo Kissing Stone for Cynetkoy (Mr S D & Mrs A S Watson & Kenna) She has similar lines to her litter sister who was second in the puppy class. She was smaller made than my winner and movement let her down today.
3rd: Beeley Bestseller (Miss B J Singh)
Res: Jenabeck Rose over Foxfactor (Mr B J & Mrs K D Stockley)
VHC: Moonbeam Princes Marinder (Mr G A Wakefield)
Entries: 14 Absentees: 4
1st: Hesslemere Miss Lemon JW (Mrs C Davis) A very pleasing bitch with a good head and expression, she was in excellent condition and her coat was like pin wire. She has enough bone and was spannable. Good rear assembly. She just needs to settle when she is on the move.
2nd: Foxcraig Magic (Mr G Sugars) I liked this bitch for her workmanlike type. She was in good hard condition. Her head was pleasing and her muzzle strong. She has good rear angulation and correct bone with neat feet and her movement was good. Looked as though she could do a days work.
3rd: Stineval Celeste at Merumhor (Mr & Mrs C Martin)
Res: Foxcraig Magic Star at Beaconpike (Mr S & Mrs K Golding)
VHC: Diamond Skys (Mrs Anderson)
Entries: 11 Absentees: 3
1st: Glebeheath Minnie The Motor At Blewecourt JW (Mr M & Mrs T Morgan) This bitch has matured nicely and she has a lot to like about her. Correct otter head with a scissor bite. She has a good reach of neck and is narrow and racy throughout. Her coat was just passing its best but was still reasonably harsh and dense. Her profile and showmanship was excellent.
2nd: Foxyard Obsession (Mr G Woodfield & Ms D Bladen) A different type than the winner and slightly heavier in bone, but nevertheless a quality bitch. She has a good head with a strong short muzzle and is easily spannable. Just coming into a good coat, nicely put together with well developed hindquarters.
3rd: Wagtail Lass Via Ycart (Mr K K Fraser & Mrs T J Butler)
Res: Gameway Margarita at Southash (Mr J & Mrs I M Southam)
VHC: Karison Kamellia JW (Miss K Johnson)
Entries: 5 Absentees: 3
1st: Blue Tutu Via Ycart (Mr K K & Mrs T J Fraser & Butler) Blue and tan. A very pleasing bitch throughout. She has the harshest of coats and a straight front with correct bone. Her head is feminine, muzzle strong and she has good ear set. Nice dark eye giving a keen expression. She is narrow with ribs carried well back. Top line is straight with a correct tail set. Her movement was true and she showed well. BITCH RESERVE CHALLENGE CERTIFICATE
2nd: CH Ashbrae Trinnie (Mr & Mrs A Cuthbertson) One I have judged before, with lovely otter head and a keen expression. She was in good coat and condition with plenty of substance. Nicely balanced and sound throughout. She moved relatively well today, although she did seem a little unsettled at times.
