I was honoured to be invited to judge Dogs at the SEWSSC Ch Show. Thank you to the Club Committee for a warm welcome and to my stewards for keeping the show flowing. Not forgetting the exhibitors for my lovely entry.
Baby Puppy Dog – No entries
Minor Puppy Dog – Entries 1, Absentees 0
1st Highslade Edge of Glory (Dunne)
Appealing young dog with a nice head and a clearly defined stop. Adequate bone, good lay of shoulder and good angles. This youngster is looking raw at present, but has plenty of time to develop and fill his frame. Moved well. Ringcraft and practice for both dog and handler will help to develop his confidence.
Puppy Dog – Entries 4, Absentees 0
1st Menstonia Endurance (Knowles)
A well balanced youngster with strong bone who presents a clean outline. His head is well proportioned, slightly domed with a correctly proportioned muzzle and the softest expression. He has a tidy, straight front, and strong round feet, a good length of neck, set into sloping shoulders, super ribbing for age, firm through topline and loin. Well angled rear, with wide thighs, & strong hocks, presented in top condition. He moved accurately at the correct pace. BPD. Delighted to see him go BPIS.
2nd Lenamore Renegade (AI) (Burchmore & Bowd)
A lot to like about this dog who is developing nicely and scores in outline and size. He has a masculine head with chiselling below the eyes, a clean throat, well laid shoulder and good depth of body with spring of ribs. Presented in good condition and moved well.
3rd Highslade Edge of Glory (Dunne)
Junior Dog – Entries 3, Absentees 1
1st Glenbrows Turn Back Time (Harrison)
Totally masculine dog. Correctly proportioned head with good stop. Pleasing front assembly, standing on excellent feet. Well off for bone. Long, muscular neck, good lay of shoulder, solid topline, strong hindquarters with good angles. Moved soundly in all directions.
2nd Gilstonia Run Red Rum for Aprilflash (Gaylor & Robertson)
Well presented, happy, confident youngster with a nice head of correct proportions and lovely dark eyes, giving a kind expression. Adequate bone, straight front with excellent reach of neck. I would like to see a stronger loin and more muscle development in his hindquarters, but he has plenty of time to achieve this. Moved well.
Yearling Dog – Entries 2, Absentees 0
1st Nyliram Born This Way JW (Graham)
Such an eye-catching dog of pleasing type. Correctly proportioned head with a slight dome and defined stop. Standing well on a straight front assembly with strong pasterns and round, cat-like feet. Length of leg to body ratio correct. Excellent reach of neck flowing into well laid shoulders. Good forechest and ribbing with correct angles front and back. Moved with drive, holding his topline. Delighted to award him Dog CC and see him go BOS and Res BIS
2nd Gilstonia Run Red Rum for Aprilflash (Gaylor & Robertson)
See Junior Dog
Maiden Dog – no entries
Novice Dog – Entries 2, Absentees 0
1st Menstonia Endurance (Knowles)
See Puppy Dog
2nd Lenamore Renegade (AI) (Burchmore & Bowd)
See Puppy Dog
Graduate Dog – Entries 3, Absentees 0
1st Bronnydene Fly Red Kite (Chimes)
A pleasing outline standing strong on good feet. Appealing head with correct proportions, dark eye giving a kind expression. Good depth of body with a strong, muscular loin and hindquarters. Moved well with ground covering action.
2nd Gilstonia Run Red Rum for Aprilflash (Gaylor & Robertson)
See Junior Dog
3rd Nyliram Paparazzi (Jessup)
Post Graduate Dog – Entries 2, Absentees 0
1st Glenbrows Erasmus for Gilpeta (Johnstone)
Balanced dog with a pleasing outline. Good head shape with correct stop. correct set and shape of ears. Well off for bone, good lay of shoulder with strong body and hindquarters. Moved well holding his topline.
2nd Cerysan Limited Edition (Levy)
Different type to 1st. Smaller frame, but showing balance overall. Stacked he has a pleasing outline with a lovely rich red and white coat. Good head with melting expression. Clean in throat and good lay of shoulder. Deep brisket and good ribbing. Well coupled with strong hindquarters. Moved soundly.
Mid Limit Dog – Entries 1, Absentees – 0
1st Jacranella Galahad of Cherryheath (AI) JW (Barkley)
This dog has a larger frame and is well off for bone, but presents a balanced outline. Head of correct proportions with medium length muzzle and well-developed nostrils. Good reach of neck and lay of shoulder. Good depth of body with well-sprung ribs and muscular loin. Stands well on good feet. Moved well with good rear drive
Limit Dog – Entries 3, Absentees 0
1st Trosley Tamoshanta (Jones)
Nice dog of pleasing type with no coarseness He needs to be examined to appreciate his conformation. Masculine head, well chiselled and correct length muzzle. Well off for bone, good front assembly standing on good feet. Deep brisket and good ribbing. Strong hindquarters. Moved well once settled.
2nd Kidenoan Mark Time for Merrem JW (Stone)
Different type to 1st, but still worthy of his place which could change on another day. Masculine head of correct proportions with slightly domed skull, defined stop and well-developed nostrils. Clean throat with muscular neck into good lay of shoulders. Well-sprung ribs, good coupling with strong muscular loin. Moved with powerful ground-covering action.
3rd Glenbrows Best of Friends (Batey)
Open Dog – Entries 5, Absentees 0
1st Glenbrows Amadeus JW (Harrison)
An eye-catching dog of pleasing type. Symmetrical and compact. Lovely, masculine head with defined stop and soft expression. Well off for bone. Good reach of neck and lay of shoulders. Straight front with excellent, tight cat-like feet. Correct angles front and back. Presented in excellent coat and condition. Moved well with a driving action.
2nd Islanza Hey Dude (Leach)
Another nice dog with much to like. Similar comments to 1st apply. However, this dog is slightly longer cast than 1st and was not as confident on the move. Nevertheless, he has strong bone, good ribbing, plenty of forechest, good rear angles and was presented in good condition.
3rd Julita Rainmaker with Woodelrond (Hankins)
Champion Dog – Entries 1, Absentees 0
1st Sh Ch Heniveruce King of Brewers for Aprilflash ShCEx (Gaylor & Robertson)
Although he stood alone in his class, he was a very worthy winner. Of the correct size, he has a good outline, is compact, balanced and symmetrical. I would prefer a better length of neck but it is muscular and flows into well laid shoulders. He has a deep brisket with well-sprung ribs and muscular loin. Moved well holding his topline. Pleased to award him the Res CC.
Veteran Dog – Entries 5, Absentees 1
1st Bowdonia Ozzie VW (Brown)
This dog presents a pleasing outline with soft expressive eyes and a kindly disposition. He’s well balanced throughout with excellent angles and he moved soundly in all directions.
2nd Taihang Hawthorn (Wright)
This dog also has a pleasing outline. He’s in a smaller frame, but is balanced and compact. He has a finer head than 1st, but I liked his excellent reach of neck and good shoulder placement. Enough bone, plenty of forechest, muscular body and loin. Moved soundly.
3rd Llon Derwen Dar at Gwynmarren (Wren)
Special Beginners Dog – Entries 3, Absentees 0
1st Amanshe Lone Ranger (Primmer)
Placed Reserve in Open Dog. A longer cast dog with enough bone. He has a nice head with dark eyes giving a lovely soft expression. A good front assembly and good angles. Moved soundly towards and away.
2nd Cerysan Limited Edition (Levy)
See Post Graduate Dog
3rd Trenzalore’s Spearhead (Pettett)
Special Working Dog – no entries
Special Shooting Dog – Entry 1, Absentees 0
1st Amblelight Solar Flare (Wright)
This dog was placed Reserve in Veteran Dog. He presented a nice symmetrical and compact outline and has a nice head with a soft expression. His body and hindquarters are strong and muscular with a good second thigh to enable him to have the strength and stamina for a day’s work. Moved soundly
Good Citizen Dog Scheme Dog – Entries 3, Absentees 0
1st Taihang Hawthorn (Wright)
See Veteran Dog
2nd Amblelight Solar Flare (Wright)
See Special Shooting Dog
3rd Julita Rukester (Gough)
Fiona Stevenson (Judge)
Bitches
I would like to thank the members of the SEWSSC for voting for me & giving me the opportunity to choose to judge bitches at your friendly club. Thanks also to the hard working Committee for their hospitality & making me feel so welcome.
Over the last few years entries have declined, but I was happy with the numbers & quality of the bitches on the day. Care had obviously been taken over presentation & it was lovely to see the exhibits handled so well.
I did find a few incorrect & dirty teeth, but overall dentition was excellent. Movement was good, although I did find a few exhibits close behind, but on a positive note there were fewer wide fronts.
I was particularly impressed with the quality of the youngsters classes, there were some promising bitches.
Baby Puppy Bitch
1 Shawyer’s Menstonia Hollyhatch Girl BBP A promising puppy, almost 6 months. Slightly overwhelmed today, but I loved her for make, shape & size, totally feminine.
Minor Puppy Bitch 2
1 Harrison’s Glenbrows Aurora - Promising puppy, unlucky to meet 1st in PB. Lovely head & expression, neat ears, well developed body for age. Sound happy mover.
2 Wallace’s Amblelight Meadow Orchid - Smaller mould than one, good presentation with gleaming coat. Lovely head & expression, moved well, just needs time.
Puppy Bitch 4
1 Knowles’ Menstonia Endless Mist BPB - Cracking puppy has so much promise for the future. Good bite, feminine classic head. Good depth of body, well muscled hindquarters, strong parallel hocks. Moved with purpose. In the challenge for BP her litter brother gave a polished performance & in agreement with my co-judge awarded him BP.
2 Harrison’s Glenbrows Aurora - 1st in MPB
3 Jessup’s Lenamore Savage Love
Junior Bitch 3
1 Harrison’s Glenbrows Timeless - Quality young bitch, completely feminine from noise to tail. Rich red jacket, clean overall outline, good angulations front & rear, tight feet. Merry & active on the move.
2 Cooper & Mullin’s Gilstonia Maggie May Different make & shape to one. Presented in excellent coat condition & good muscle tone. Nicely proportioned head with correct ear placement.
3 Best’s Amblelight Jasmine of Evangelise
Yearling Bitch 1
1 Cooper & Mullin’s Gilstonia Maggie May - 2nd in JB
MaidenBitch 2
1 Knowles’ Menstonia Endless Mist - 1st PB
2 Harrison’s Glenbrows Aurora - 1st MPB
Novice Bitch 2
1 Knowles’ Menstonia Endless Mist - 1st in PB
2 Harrison’s Glenbrows Time Will Tell - Pleasing type, typical of this kennel. Litter sister to 1st JB. Appealing head & expression, clean overall outline. Neat feet & good tail set.
Graduate Bitch 3:1
1 Harrison’s Glenbrows Time Will Tell - 2nd in NB
2 Cooper & Mullin’s Gilstonia Maggie May 2nd in JB
Post Graduate Bitch 3
1 Mcilwaine & Reynolds’ Ferndel Rebecca for Benoveor - Pettit, pretty & totally feminine. Attractive head, clean neck to good shoulder placement. Good angulations front & rear, steady, positive movement. Considered for RCC.
2 Primmer’s Amanshe Enchanted Spirit - Soft expression, correct eye colour & shape & good ear placement. Pleasing spring of rib cage & nicely rounded rear.
3 Madeley’s Don’s D Jubilee at Maytag (Imp Swe)
Mid limit Bitch 0
Limit Bitch 6:1
1 Ward’s Glenbrows Flame for Tantaraviz - Compact eye catching bitch, appealing head & expression with clean overall outline in gleaming coat. Moved with drive.
2 Shawyer’s Menstonia Wish Come True - Different type to one. Presented in good fit condition, plenty of substance but still feminine. Very sound on the move.
3 Tew’s Pamicks Dream With Me
Open Bitch 3 A tough decision between these three.
1 Buckwell’s Killena One Moment in Time - Presents a pleasing picture stacked. Lovely bloom to coat. Rear angulations are good & lead to strong parallel hocks. Needs to settle on the move.
2 Furguson’s Julita Raindance at Teaselwood Attractive head with sweet expression. Scored in neck & shoulder placement, pleasing spring of rib cage.
3 Primmer’s Amanshe Mermaid’s Tears
Champion Bitch 2
1 Graham’s Nyliram Telling Tales JW ShCEx OSW CC & BOB I judged this bitch as a 7 month puppy & awarded her BP. A lot has been written about her since then. Today she was presented in excellent coat & condition, excells in head proportions with that special welshie expression. Moved so well round the ring. In agreement with my co-judge she was awarded BOB.
2 Harrison’s Glenbrows Harmony JW RCC - Beautifully presented as always from this kennel. Rich red coat, good depth of body & spring of ribcage. Sound happy mover holding top line with an ever wagging tail. I hadn’t seen her before but checking the catalogue I find I have given both her parents cc’s in the past.
Veteran Bitch 3
1 Waller’s Isfryn Lady Godiva at Fireglow JW VW Attractive head & expression, loved her for size, make & shape, good angulations front & rear. Happy on the move. BV
2 Reynolds & Mcilwaine Benoveor Can’t Buy Me Love What a happy girl, presented in glowing rich red coat. Straight forelegs into neat compact feet.
3 Buckwell’s Killena Dance The Night Away
Special Beinginers Bitch 3:1
1 Cooper & Mullin’s Gilstonia Maggie Mist 2nd in JB
2 Primmer’s Amanshe Mermaid’s Tears - 3rd in OB
Attractive head with a sweet expression, today carrying a little weight over her shoulders & ribs.
Special Working Bitch 0
Speicali Shooting Bitch 0
Good Citiziens Dog Scheme Bitch 3
1 Barkley’s Cherryheath’s Miss Velocity JW
Cracking 10 year old, shown in good coat & condition. Lovely head & expression, good reach of neck & shoulder placement. Good depth of body & spring of ribs. Moved round the ring with purpose.
2 Caldwell’s Hillpark Queen Bee for Cerysan AWB Compact 9 year old, coat in good order with a lovely silver tinge. Appealing head, correct eye shape & colour. Good depth of body & spring of ribcage. So happy on the move.
3 Primmer’s Amanshe Enchanted Spirit - 2nd in PGB
Judge Kathleen Abbott