| Championship Show |
| 01/11/2012 |
A big thanks to both the ESSC's Officers and Committee for all their hard work and attention to detail, but also to all the exhibitors, who not only complimented me by bringing such quality exhibits on which to give my opinion, but also for entering into the true spirit of the day by accepting my decisions with such goodwill. So now, for what you really want to know! For me personally, the whole day, from many aspects, was a thrill and pleasure from start to finish and I hope (age precluding!) will stay long in the memory. My heart skipped a beat when judging both my line ups for the challenge, so nothing that anyone else can say will ever change that for me. I apologise now, if when reading each individual critique, I repeat myself, but happily all my winners shared much the same qualities, which were those of balance, style, elegance, and good looks, with the icing on the cake being the condition of the dog's coat, even had nature (often as it can in inopportune moments!) intervened. Whilst superior merits should ultimately determine individual choices, it was in my view equally valid to pay serious consideration to the importance of sound construction, fitness and movement to complement the characteristics synonymous with the Breed. Lucky for me then that today I found much evidence of both, in abundance. Finally, did today's task, especially in view of the challenges facing dogs today, lead me to the conclusion that the the breed continues to retain its qualities and multipurpose appeal? Well, from what I saw, I hope so, as there is clear evidence of how much thought and hard work is being put in by those who seek enhancement and improvement when and where it is most needed. I will now look forward, with much interest and pleasure, to seeing what the future holds for them all and I wish them the best of luck. |
Best Veteran Bitch - Sh Ch Trimere Total Devotion To Dexbenell JW ShCM
Reserve Bitch CC - Sh Ch Melverly Sublimity
Bitch CC - Trimere Tantrums And Tiaras
Best Puppy Bitch - Calvdale Material Witness
Best Veteran Dog - Sh Ch Calvdale Softly Softly (left)
Reserve Dog CC - Sh Ch Trimere Thriller (Middle Right)
Dog CC - Dexbenella It's About Time JW ShCM
Best Puppy Dog - Barecho Goldfever At Peasblossom
BVIS - Sh Ch Calvdale Softly Softly (left)
RBIS Dexbrnell It's About Time JW ShCM (Middle Left)
BIS Trimere Tantrums and Tiaras (Middle Right)
BPIS Berecho Goldfever At Peasblossom (Right)
| Minor Puppy Dog (2,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Mitchell's Peasblossom Jester |
| What a great way to start a day's judging and happily it proved indicative of things to come! He may have stood unopposed today, but this masculine, very appealing, stylish, happy, confident l/w/t youngster is very pleasing on both the eye and to handle, with super depth of body and bone for his age. Presented in sparkling condition, handled supportively and his general demeanour and active, sound movement, all very much complemented his excellent breed points, all of which indicate a promising future. |
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| Puppy Dog (5,3) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Mitchell's Barecho Goldfever At Peasblossom |
| I was indeed taken with this impressive, attractive young l/w male, as he appealed to me in many structural departments, predominantly his balance, length of neck and shoulder placement, depth of body and general overall muscle tone and showmanship. For me, there are certainly no hiding places when judging an ESS with a dark head, so it was pleasing to find he had such excellent head proportions with the promise of more improvement, where presently required, to come as he matures. He had to see off some stiff competition from his contemporaries at the end of the day, but did more than enough, albeit exuberantly, on the move, to very much deserve the award of BEST PUPPY IN SHOW. |
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| 2nd |
| Wilson's Mosi Mahbub For Zawspring |
| B/W similar in age to 1, and although displaying acceptable balance, good depth of body and bone and moving soundly, for me, he could not compete with the style, finish and appeal of 1. Nevertheless, maturity and extra confidence from his handler should see overall improvement in him in the future, |
| Junior Dog (5,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| A satisfying class to judge with several others with good breed points. However, 1st and 2nd in this class stood out as two fine examples of breed type, excelling in most structural departments, each of them ticking my boxes on the day, albeit in slightly different ways and consequently each subsequently taking several other classes. Neither, as to be expected as yet, is the finished physical article and both should, as they muscle up and mature, improve for tightening up overall on the move. Today, 1 had the edge for me in competition over 2 on basic shape, elegance and balance, with powerful hindquarters and just the right sweep and strength of stifle, plus the joy of standing on the most gorgeous of feet. Whilst both have typical and appealing heads and expressions, the darkening of eye colour and development in head, will be of service to both. I consider that such dogs should have much to offer the breed and I have little doubt that they will both fulfill the promise shown here today. |
| 1st |
| Walker's Dexbenella Time To Dream |
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| 2nd |
| Eyeington's Meadowdale Chaos |
| 3rd |
| Large's Meadowdale Riot Is Madaza |
| 4th |
| Arnold's Mupties Love Cats |
| 5th |
| Hollander's Scoutwell Entangled |
| Yearling Dog (6,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Eyeington's Meadowdale Banjo JW |
| There is much to appreciate and be impressed by this dog's construction, being pretty much copybook to the Standard, In particular, I found his head and expression most appealing. He has the added attribute of being very much the showman and in addition uses his strong, powerful physique and well boned limbs to stride out with purpose and panache. Expertly presented and handled with confidence, he was not quite ready to compete for top honours today, but once he strengthens and tightens up will make his mark I am sure. |
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| 2nd |
| Richardson's Alanea Juke |
| An attractive, likeable b/w well boned dog standing on good feet and moving soundly. His strongest attribute is his head and expression but in my view could improve for overall appeal for carrying more body and muscular condition to enhance basic structure and outline. Perhaps a little more attention to coat presentation would complement. It was a tough order to beat 1 today, but he has several good points that can make him by and large competitive on other days. |
| 3rd |
| Geddes's Tryhard Privateer At Debanza |
| 4th |
| Furness's Shelcasrie Flint |
| 5th |
| Shovel's Tiverstone Chorister Boy |
| Maiden Dog (2,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Richardson's Alanea Juke |
| Novice Dog (2,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Walker's Dexbenella Time To Dream |
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| 2nd |
| Richardson's Alanea Juke |
| Undergraduate Dog (4,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Walker's Dexbenella Time To Dream |
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| 2nd |
| Harris's Waterswarren Back To Black At Coastalglow |
| While he deserved his placing over others in the class, he is not quite in the same calibre as 1. Built though on good lines, with sufficient length of neck and correct shoulder placement, balanced in stance with level topline and plenty of work in his head, with a kindly expression. His owner should be proud of him and as she gains confidence, he could become more competitive. |
| 3rd |
| Wilson's Chelmeress Solar Wind |
| 4th |
| Drinkall's Mompesson Tribute To Esscroft |
| Graduate Dog (5,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Eyeington's Meadowdale Chaos |
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| 2nd |
| Savell & Bott's Petranella Hot Gossip JW |
| Short coupled flashy l/w with standard, more than acceptable, overall make and shape. Head sufficiently balanced and with soft expression, but darker eye can improve and I did like his tidy, neat feet. Outshone by 1 today, for bone, general size, and substance and on the move. Perhaps more confidence and maturity can see him use his soundly constructed rear end to better effect, as he has much to commend him as a quality example of the Breed. |
| 3rd |
| Wilson's Chelmeress Solar Wind |
| 4th |
| Warbrick's Lyndberry Lightning Star |
| Post Graduate Dog (10,2) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| A class with not quite the depth in quality, but the placed dogs all had sufficient merits. |
| 1st |
| Nicolson's Lochindorb Clansman |
| His fortes are his head of good proportions, with correct appealing dark eye, coupled with his ability to move out freely. From a critical perspective, although his neck and shoulder placement is acceptable, he is a tad short in upper arm and in profile fell away at croup. He does though manage to hold his topline better on the move, but his performance left me with the impression that co-operation is not always something with which he is consistent, as his handler attempted to get his mind on the job. |
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| 2nd |
| Happ's Beresford Beat The Clock With Emianna |
| The first thing that came to mind when assessing this dog was his ‘old fashioned', appearance. No frills, but honest with good balance, depth of body and bone, a kind eye and expression, even though his head properties were not good enough to beat those of 1, there are still of good quality. Not the movement of the winner, but sound all the same. |
| 3rd |
| Richardson's Cherishym Bright Knight |
| 4th |
| Furness's Shelcasrie Flint |
| 5th |
| Wilson's Chelmeress Solar Wind |
| Mid Limit Dog (4,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| Numerically small class, but certainly quality in all three, with 1 standing out and later to be awarded the CC from stiff opposition. |
| 1st |
| Walker's Dexbenella It's About Time JW ShCM |
| What a buzz to assess this immensely eye catching l/w/t, bred in the purple from two high class, top winning parents. Could not fail to grab my attention from the second he walked into the Ring. He came, I saw, he conquered! I consider he displays so many of the finest attributes of the Breed. Given his age, there is every chance that, if managed sensibly, maturity and finish can improve him further. His headpiece is gorgeous with a beguiling expression, together with the desired amount of fluting and depth of muzzle leaving no doubt as to his masculinity. Elegant length of neck, flowing into well placed shoulders. Superb depth of body, retaining an abundance of substance and strength with elegance. To top it off he was in the peak of muscular fitness. He never let up for one instance on the move, even against tough opposition in the final challenges and gave way only to the bitch for BIS by the smallest of margins. Oh, by the way, how can I forget those wonderful feet, which took him so fluently and purposefully around the Ring. A privilege, without hesitation, to award him, (I found out later), his 2nd C.C. His owner/breeder need not look so surprised to take top honours, as he is surely bound for the upper house sooner rather than later. |
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| 2nd |
| Nicolson's Lochindorb Chief O'The Clan |
| A very striking flashy dog, with the stamp of his Sire, but overall could not match 1 in head, body and finish. That said, he is well constructed in most departments, came up against a dog of undoubted class on the top of his game and will improve for maturity. He covers the ground with ease and purpose, which sealed him 2nd place over 3, who also has much to commend him. |
| 3rd |
| Large's Mompesson Flawless Is Madaza |
| Limit Dog (9,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| In the final analysis it was my preference for 1's overall symmetry, head properties and fluid movement that swung in his favour. |
| 1st |
| Smith's Mistily's Golden Flash Over Melverly (imp) |
| I was very much taken with this very attractive l/w/t whose head, size, substance and balance appealed particularly. Excels in front and rear angulations. Deftly, but steadily handled which definitely helped to show off his effortless, reaching movement, which clinched it for me. He was not far away in the final challenge. |
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| 2nd |
| Topliss's Peasblossom Escape To Beresford |
| This dark liver kind headed dog of substance and quality, with well boned legs and feet, also had a lot going for him in all round conformation. The winner has the edge on balance for me and although he had to give way to 1 today, I have little doubt his day in the sun is not far away. |
| 3rd |
| Cokell's Trimere Transition To Carlyquinn JW |
| 4th |
| Happs's Jorobaden Alderniti Of Emianna JW |
| 5th |
| Foster's Petranella Bombay Bad Boy For Shanoah |
| Open Dog (8,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| There is no argument that these are two exemplary ambassadors of the Breed both exuding the essence of true breed type overall and with precious little to separate them. The Breed is fortunate indeed to have them both, judging thus far by their huge successes both in and out of the Ring. I expect their long term contribution to the Breed to be significant and just reward for many years of shrewd breeding programmes. The 3rd placed dog is worthy too of praise for excellent breed points. |
| 1st |
| Corbett's Sh Ch Trimere Thriller |
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| 2nd |
| Mitchell's Sh Ch Barecho Hold Your Horses At Peasblossom JW (Swe Imp) |
| 1 has for my tastes the preferred skull and eye shape over 2, but there is no denying the lovely dark eye with melting expression of 2 that has to be appreciated. 1 also has the edge for me on overall balance of length of back to leg. Both have sufficient depth of body and substance to complement their structure. Both performed soundly on the move, although, on the day, for some reason 2 appeared to stride out less steadily, although freely.. I suspect that a bigger ring might be of more benefit. 1 was awarded the Reserve CC, merely because the CC came up top trumps on the day in the challenge in the movement and showmanship stakes. |
| 3rd |
| Guy's Sh Ch Calvdale False Arrest |
| 4th |
| Topliss's Sh Ch Petranella Perfick Choice For Bereford |
| 5th |
| Tracz's Meadowdale Alabama Slammer At Acregate ShCM |
| Veteran Dog (4,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Calvert's Sh Ch Calvdale Softly Softly JW |
| What a pleasure to find that this dog's appearance belies his age, as he still maintains quality attributes as in his younger days. Ever the ultimate showman, and presented as usual in his best bib and tucker by his skilful owner/breeder. He did not look out of place in the challenge, but in the end youth must out. A credit to his owner/breeder. BEST VETERAN |
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| 2nd |
| Young's Shelcasrie Flash ShCM |
| This rangy, well boned dog, although not quite in the same league as 1, does present a nice outline in stance. He has an appealing head and expression and also carries his years well. Well presented in good coat and condition and a credit in all departments to his owner. |
| 3rd |
| Whitley's Shipden Will Hay |
| 4th |
| Hare's Wayforme Moon River |
| Special Field Trial Dog (0,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| Special Working Dog (0,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| Jimmy Cudworth Memorial Stakes Open Dog (4,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Tracz's Meadowdale Alabama Slammer At Acregate ShCM |
| There is much to commend this dark liver coated dog, from his kindly dark expressive eyes and deep strong body, to the proud manner in which he steps out across the Ring. I would prefer more length of neck and better return of upper arm, qualities which held him back in a competitive Open Class, but he well deserved his placing here and he is a dog of exemplary temperament to be proud of. |
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| 2nd |
| Harris's Waterswarren Back To Black At Coastalglow |
| 3rd |
| Whitley's Shipden Will Hay |
| 4th |
| Drinkall's Mompesson Tribute To Esscroft |
| K.C. GOOD CITIZEN DOG SCHEME IN MEMORY OF IAN & OLGA HAMPTON (3) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Woolhouse's CHERISHYM OUTLAW |
| Deserved his placing here, Liked his free movement and I commend his owner for her presentation and handling to show what a lovely character he is. |
| 2nd |
| Bashforth's ALANEA WARRIOR OF JOROBADEN |
| A free moving dog, but, as with 1, not up to the standard of competition earlier in the day and I would like to have seen him put a bit more into to his movement. His owner does him proud and he can likely do his share of winning. |
| 3rd |
| Wiilson's SHIPDEN AUTHORIZED AT ZAWSPRING |
| Minor Puppy Bitch (7,3) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| It just kept on getting better! Three very pretty classy puppies, albeit at varying stages of development. I have little doubt all three will all be vying for success in their futures. |
| 1st |
| Calvert's Calvdale Material Witness |
| Hands up - I admit wanting to give this pretty l/w/t bitch puppy a cuddle, as she is a poppet. She has the most attractive head and expression and with just the right amount of body and bone for her age. Even though today she was mite up on the leg in relation to her length of back, I considered her worthy of 1st place for her undoubted quality. Unlike her unco-operative sister, she was totally unfazed by her surroundings and, assisted by her handler, showed with a confidence beyond her years. Even when it came to the challenge for Best Puppy, she never faltered. I do hope she fulfils the promise she showed here. |
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| 2nd |
| Mitchell's Lordsett White Whisper At Peasblossom |
| An awful lot to like about her make, shape and movement, added to the fact that she is of distinct quality, with all the right credentials to fulfil her promise. Rangier and more gangly at this stage, than 1, but equally as confident and happy on the move. |
| 3rd |
| Calvert's Calvdale Hearsay |
| 4th |
| House's Dukedel Whatareturn To Gleadsbury |
| Puppy Bitch (3,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Scott's Melverly Islay Inspired At Lossiedoon |
| Shapely, stylish liver tri with good body proportions, plus an excellent head and soft expression, reflective of her breeding, with well boned legs and tight feet. As she strengthens and tightens up all round, she will be able show her sound movement in a better light than today. She did enough though to take this class with relative ease. |
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| 2nd |
| Topliss's Beresford Northern Light |
| Very feminine and well put together, presenting a balanced picture when stood. Sound, but, not quite the precision in movement as yet and also physically not as forward as 1. Time will I expect treat her well. |
| 3rd |
| Rostron's Ziphill Tenessee Gold |
| Junior Bitch (5,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Walker's Dexbenella Derethea |
| This bitch is spot on for balance, neck and shoulder placement and overall elegance. Her head is as it should be, feminine but still with great depth of muzzle and even though her eye needs to darken, her expression is acceptable. Stands solidly on well boned legs and tight feet. Powerful and well structured rear end, with lovely sweep of stifle, all which contribute to her accurate drive in rear. Most encouraging to note that she is a litter sister to the Junior Dog winner, both of whom are sired by the C.C, winner. Both hopefully will finish well. |
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| 2nd |
| Hollender's Scoutwell Leading Lady |
| Balanced, attractive bitch, with much to like in head and basic construction. She moved well, but could not match 1 in movement and general deportment. |
| 3rd |
| Topliss's Beresford Guilty Pleasures |
| 4th |
| Reynolds's Mompesson Royal Flush |
| 5th |
| Wilson's Chelmeress Greta Garbo |
| Yearling Bitch (5,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Smith's Melverly Sophistique |
| What a kennel of quality stock this owner/breeder continues to produce. Very mature physically for her age and quite frankly everything about her screams class, from her excellent construction and superb head, to her flowing movement and affable temperament. A certain degree of refinement, which comes with development, will see her take command in the coming years. Although there is little now that I would change, her older kennel mates better watch out as she may well outshine them in the future. |
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| 2nd |
| Topiss's Beresford Don't Tempt Me |
| Believe me, I almost was! Despite her undoubted qualities she had to give way to 1's superior finish and head properties today. She had no trouble though winning further classes thereafter, due in particular to her agreeable balance, bone, legs and feet and reachy movement. |
| 3rd |
| Shovel's Tiverstone Magnolia Gold |
| 4th |
| Hughes's Celgarn Next Chapter |
| Maiden Bitch (5,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Topiss's Beresford Don't Tempt Me |
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| 2nd |
| Calvert's Calvdale Hearsay |
| Still not sure of herself and giving away quite a bit in age to 1, but was worthy enough, on quality alone, through her attractive head, balance, good front assembly, depth of body and bone to take 2nd in this class. |
| 3rd |
| Wilson's Chelmeress Greta Garbo |
| 4th |
| Rostron's Ziphill Tenessee Gold |
| Novice Bitch (7,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Topiss's Beresford Don't Tempt Me |
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| 2nd |
| Walker's Dexbenella Derethea |
| 3rd |
| Calvert's Calvdale Hearsay |
| 4th |
| Wilson's Chelmeress Greta Garbo |
| 5th |
| Hughes's Celgarn Next Chapter |
| Undergraduate Bitch (4,2) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Topiss's Beresford Don't Tempt Me |
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| 2nd |
| Walker's Dexbenella Derethea |
| Graduate Bitch (3,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| Neither exhibit was helping themselves much in the ‘showing off' stakes, but it was 1's lovely bone, balance, head and expression that gave her this class |
| 1st |
| Topiss's Peasblossom Hope For Beresford |
| Very appealing in head with warmth of expression and just the right depth of muzzle. Sufficient depth of body and I liked her balance. Her coat looked a little out of sorts and I would consider she can do herself better justice another day, as with a lot of dogs from this breeding, she has undoubted quality. |
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| 1st |
| Savell's Petranella Gossip Girl |
| A good quality bitch, a little shorter in foreface than desirable, but nonetheless feminine with ample bone and body. Moved acceptably and close up to 1 |
| Post Graduate Bitch (10,4) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Walker's Dexbenella Inquistitress |
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| 2nd |
| Corbett's Trimere Touch Of Black |
| Once again, a close decision with 1 just edging 2 out on head properties, as although 2 has a soft expression, I find the construction of her head more on the masculine size, whilst 1 oozes femininity. Both have good body, balance bone and feet and moved as they should with great ease. Once again, 1 perhaps just shading out 2 today in this department. |
| 3rd |
| Goodman's Calvdale Swag |
| 4th |
| Gibson's Calvdale Almost Legal |
| 5th |
| Young's Shelcasrie Dancing Queen |
| Mid Limit Bitch (5,2) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| Yet again I was spoilt for choice with all three in this class being top class material, so it was once more all about splitting hairs. All are of excellent breed type and give every indication that they can all have as much promise in the Kennel as in the Ring. |
| 1st |
| Smith's Melverly Rihanna |
| What you see is what you get. Excels in balance, with a gorgeous darkly marked head, with gentle expression. Shapely body with nothing overdone and moves stylishly and steadily. Much like her daughter, she is also a model of distinction and up there with the best of them. |
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| 2nd |
| Mitchell's Peasblossom Aria |
| Give me a correctly constructed head, with expressive soulful eyes and my knees turn to jelly and this bitch has it in spades. Shame she had meet 1 on top form, as she too is a good looking bitch with many excellent breed points. |
| 3rd |
| McCourt's Woodspa Eucalyptus JW ShCM Ir JCH |
| Limit Bitch (7,2) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Topliss's Trimere Talk Of The North |
| This daughter of two old favourites of mine has undoubted class with movement to match, which clinched her first place. She possesses an appealing head, with a gentle soft expression and dark eye. My view is that in full bloom, with a bit more finish and attention to her coat, she could push the boundaries a bit further. Hope she gets her chance. |
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| 2nd |
| Cockells' Carlyquinn Classic Line JW |
| A charming bitch, with which her owner/breeder should be very satisfied, as she has much going for her. She is of excellent construction and well balanced with a lengthy neck and correct shoulder placement. Somewhat lighter in eye than 1, but a head of good proportions. Her owner is now getting the best out of her on the move. She pushed 1 hard to only narrowly lose out. |
| 3rd |
| Savells' Petranella Just Perfick JW |
| 4th |
| Hipgrave & Clarkes'' Ternspringer Melody |
| 5th |
| Richardson & Terry-Richardsons' Cherishym Bright Star JW |
| Open Bitch (10,2) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Corbett's Trimere Tantrums and Tiaras |
| When I last judged this l/w/t bitch I hoped that more success would come her way. Consistency of performance and appearance are not her prime virtues, and there are times she needs to carry more condition and can run up on the light side. What a relief to discover that she had turned up today as not only the real deal in the structural and fitness sense, but came with both the movement I was searching for and equally an attitude to match. As for her head properties, well all I can say is if you are looking for an example of the head that the Standard calls for, you need look no further. Her expression itself should melt any cold heart and her size and balance are picture perfect. She had it all to do to beat the rest today and she impressed with the way she did it. She took the Bitch CC and BIS over some serious opposition, due in no small part to the regal way she continued to float around the Ring, head held high, without a care in the world, as if to say ‘look here, I am the best'. It would be a shame if she cannot maintain this level to attain her rightful place in the upper house. |
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| 2nd |
| Smith's Sh Ch Melverly Sublimity |
| I have made little secret of my admiration for this other star of the show and once again I am happy, as others have done, to sing her praises. If she was not to get the CC, then I was more than pleased to award her the Reserve CC to pay compliment to her many virtues. Reserve CC |
| 3rd |
| Cunliffe's Sh Ch Calvdale My Girl of Fallenleaf JW ShCM |
| 4th |
| Topliss's Sh Ch Peasblossom Butterfly At Beresford |
| 5th |
| Bashforth's Alanea Charade Of Jorabaden |
| Veteran Bitch (10,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Walker's Sh Ch Trimere Total Devotion To Dexbenella JW ShCM |
| Another timeless example of true breed type, even if here and there (like the rest of us!) the years are beginning to tell. Once a classic, always a classic. Beautiful shape, balance, and elegant right down to her feet. Small wonder she has produced progeny the quality of the Dog CC winner! |
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| 2nd |
| Shovel's Tiverstone Dreammaker |
| Such a smart b/w bitch with a beautiful headpiece and dreamy dark eyed expression to match. Strong level topline, which she holds well on the move. Lovely bone and substance and in real good nick. Admire her as I did, she could not match my winner, but more than worthy to do a good share of winning in her own right. |
| 3rd |
| Warbrick's Parcroft Pretty Woman At Lyndberry |
| 4th |
| Williams & Toublic's Cobhay Bright Fuchsia |
| 5th |
| Hipgrave's Ir Sh Ch Ternspringer Pretty Paper |
| Special Field Trial Bitch (0,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| Special Working Bitch (0,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| Jimmy Cudworth Memorial Stakes Open Bitch (4,1) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Wilson & Whitley's Shipden Ysatis For Denesship |
| Not up to competing at Open level with the competition as it was today but nevertheless an honest, sweet headed and good tempered b/w bitch standing on good legs and feet. Shown in fit condition, she won her place here on her better construction, head properties and solid movement. |
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| 2nd |
| Williams & Toublic's Cobhay Bright Fuchsia |
| She has a sunny disposition but not the breed qualities, particularly in head, that I seek. Acceptable balance stood but would prefer more length of neck. Showed happily in tune with her owner/handler. |
| 3rd |
| Williams & Toublic's Cobhay Precious Polyantha |
| KC Good Citizen Dog Scheme In Memory of Ian & Olga Hampton (3,0) |
| Judge: Mrs Lesley Bloomfield (Fernlin) |
| 1st |
| Williams & Toublic's Cobhay Bright Fuchsia |
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| 2nd |
| Williams & Toublic's Cobhay Precious Polyantha |
| Could not match 1 on overall balance, and like her stronger in head than I prefer. Like her Mum, she is definitely one who tries to please and did all her owner/handler asked. |
| 3rd |
| Hughes's Celgarn Next Chapter |