Bakewell Agricultural & Horticultural Society

Bakewell (Country Festival) Premier Open Dog Show - Sunday 13 July 2025

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It was a great honour to serve as the Best in Show judge. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the show committee for the invitation and for the seamless organisation of this outstanding show set amongst the picturesque Derbyshire Dales and partnered with a fabulous country fair, creating a welcoming festive atmosphere for exhibitors and spectators alike.

The dedication and care shown by all competitors towards their dogs, especially in the warm summer conditions, was exemplary and truly commendable.

As Best in Show judge, I had the pleasure and privilege of judging a line-up of truly outstanding dogs. The quality and presentation across the board made my task both a joy and a challenge.

Thank you again to everyone involved – it was a super day.

Best In Show

Gordon Setter,sent through by Gundog Group judge Jenny Lowe was Mappin’s Bryerdale Qangeroo, B, 6 years. I really appreciated her kind gentle expression from gorgeous dark, captivating eyes. Well-proportioned forequarters; good for forechest and brisket. Body is well ribbed. Strongly angulated, muscled hindquarters resulted in elegant purposeful movement which took the ring by storm. I understand she has two CC’s. I wish her well for a third.

Reserve Best In Show

German Shepherd Dog, sent through by Pastoral Group Judge Jeanette Bishop was Vorrias’s Ch Windgunn’s Firestarter, D. 2 years. Masculine, clean head and dark eyes. Slight stop. Muzzle is strong and defined; full dentition. Uses his ears to advantage. Has ample bone and is well-muscled. On the move he combines power and style from fabulous hindquarters. Standing he oozes quality and construction. Presented in exemplary coat and condition and simply stunning on the move.

Best Puppy In Show

Siberian Husky, sent through by Group Judge Linda Pack was Odell’s, Howlvalley’s Red Velvet, D. 10 months. Decidedly eye catching on the stand. Keen and alert expression from correct almond shaped eyes. Well laid shoulders. Secure topline and moderately sloping croup. Strong hindquarters with good turn of stifle. On the move he really comes into his own. Presented in fabulous condition. I was told after judging, he already has a RCC to his name.

Reserve Best Puppy In Show

Norfolk Terrier, sent through by Group Judge Jamie Emett was Gee’s, Watercroft Time After Time, D. 9 months. This lovely youngster was attending his first show and is clearly promising. Good width of skull with appealing dark eyes; neat ears and good bite. Neck of ample length leading to well laid shoulders. Strong topline and correct tail set. Of ample bone and spring of rib for age. On the move he made full use of his well angulated hind and forequarters quarters, producing easy reach and drive.

Best Veteran In Show

Tibetan Spaniel, sent through by Group Judge Alan Carter was Thompson’s SuSu Prince Charming ShCEx D. 7 years. He certainly belies his age. Attractive masculine head with dark eyes and pigment. Presents a well-balanced outline with correct angulations and secure topline. Body is well ribbed; correct tail set. He stands true on correct hare shaped feet. At the end of a very long day he moved soundly and with determination. Beautifully presented and well handled.

Reserve Best Veteran In Show

Basset Hound. Sent through by Group Judge Jill Cross was Melbourne & Hirst’s Diheath Really Cosmic At Kejana. D. 8 years. Recently judged him. Today he was superbly handled by his young handler who I felt really got the best out of him. Substantial Tri and definitely ‘all male’. Correctly proportioned head. Well laid shoulders with ample forechest and well developed ribcage. Excellent tail which is well set on well. Carries enough weight but moved impressively, demonstrating parallel movement fore and back.

Staffordshire Bull Terriers

Junior 1

1. Bowman’s Sikiaistaff Lil Monster Kamiflo JW. 17 months. Black. B. Of good type, head is strongly proportioned. Typical expression from appealing dark eyes. Strong dentition; correct bite. Good for underjaw. Clean straight front. Deep chest. Secure, short back and level topline. Well let down hocks. Moved vey well. BOB & G2.

Open 1

1. Bowman’s Sikiaistaff All Of Me ShCEx. 3 years. B. Broad feminine head with distinct stop. Dark eyes. Good for finish of underjaw. Liked her lay of shoulders and short coupling. Strong, straight front legs. Good tail set. OK rear movement. In supper coat and condition. RBOB.

Skye Terrier

Junior 1

1. Birgisdottir’s Akorradals Badass (NOR), D. Fair head and proportions, coat was OK. Good bone good substance. Body is well ribbed. Coped well with the grass and heat moving strongly from his well angulated hindquaters. Topline to settle.

Open 1

1. Chapman’s Verumamicus Dione at Melminds, B. 19 months. Balanced head; strong muzzle. Well set eyes aid pleasing expression. Fair neck. Strong front assembly; firm topline. Steady mover. BOB

Spaniel (Field)

Puppy 1

1. Morris’s Fecimus Joyful Story. D. 9 months. Beautiful condition. Strong head of fair length and gives a pleasing expression from dark, clear eyes. Lengthy neck. Body with strong loins. Perhaps a touch more length of leg to complete the picture. Liked his hindquarters and he moved well. BPIB.

Junior 1

1. Morris’s Fecimus Joyful Story. D.

Post Graduate 2

1. Trevor’s Trevorsilk Blue Velvet. B. 2 years. Pleasing to examine. Well off for bone, good length and return of upper arm. Well bodied. Moved superbly which, in a very close call, gave her the edge over 2. RBOB.

2. Woodhouse’s Gadhelic Sunshine Girl At Halbadier. B. Impressive head and eye. Lovely outline with strong topline and good tailset; strong loins. OK feet. Presented in lovely condition. Moved OK.

Open 2,1

1. Elliott’s Elgert Break Every Rule At Portsoy. D. 5 years. B/W. Lots to like in respect of head and eye, construction and bone. Well laid shoulders. OK length of neck. Strong forequarters. Liked his depth of chest and well set tail . Muscular, angulated hindquarters aided impressive movement. BOB.

Retriever (Curly Coated)

Post Graduate 1

1. Green’s Ravenho Comradai Cymro. D. 3 years. Of good propotions. Pleasing, muscular head of balanced planes. Eyes, dark and of correct shape. Moderate neck, good depth to chest, well ribbed and firm topline. Coat was of good texture and curl. Steady mover.

Open 2

1. Stephens’s Brightmeadow Rumour Has It JW. D. 21 months. Smart young dog, carrying a good coat. Impressive head of correct wedge shape; slight stop. Well set large eyes giving typical expression. Medium neck. Well sprung ribs. Movement OK when moving away. BOB.

2. Green’s Ravenho Comradai Cymro.

Bakewell Stakes

Puppy 57, 29

1. Gee’s, Watercroft Time After Time, Norfolk Terrier. Reserve BPIS.

Junior 51, 27

1. Beck’s Sacarias Blue Jean Baby At Bekesha JW Dobermann. B. 17 months. Feminine head with good head planes giving an alert expression from keen eyes; moderate stop. Correct ear set and carriage. Impressive for neck and shoulders. Holds a secure topline. Well bodied. Moved very well.

2. Marshall’s Cadwst Spring Fever, Retriever Golden, D. 14 months. Masculine head gives a kind expression; good pigmentation to enhance. Balanced bone and nicely put together. Strong, straight front legs and well angulated hindquarters.

3. Bailey’s Pasya Bernaux De Picardi Avec Nesaluma (Imp Pol).

Post Graduate 37 20

1. Paskins’s Kindeace You Wear It Well. Dachshund (Long-Hair). B. 2 years. Impressive for her overall balance. Front is nicely assembled with a string forechest. Body is well ribbed and muscular. Good length of ribbing; short loin and muscular rear. Moved well, confidently covering the ground with ease.

2. Brierley’s Tatze Lunacy, B. Weimaraner 22 months. Feminine head of good proportions. Clean neck, well-laid shoulders and deep chest. Correct topline and spring of rib. Impressive mover.

3. Evans’s Hortonpoint Blue Lagoo, D. Welsh Corgi (Pembroke).

Open 38,15

1. Coote’s Andeysson Cape Verde, Dachshund (Min Smooth-Haired), B. 2 years. Feminine head with good eye colour and shape. Good for forechest and prosternum. Ribs are of good length; short, strong loin. Moves with a confident and purposeful stride.

2. Brierley’s Bramalodge Bonfire Heart At Tatze. Dachshund (Wire-Haired) B. Strong head, neat front. Super reach of neck. Secure top-line. Sound on the move.

3. Thomas’s Kelmorespitz Smokin Storm, D. Tibetan Terrier.

AV Veteran 33,14

A pleasure to judge.

1. Manners’s Ch Chadblower Nevaeh Lahetti VW. B. Schipperke. 8 years. In great coat and condition. Produces a lovely overall shape. She is well balanced. Proportioned head with clear eyes and well set ears. Well placed neck. Neat front assembly and hindquarters with good turn of stifle. Moved very well.

2. Deveson’s Milesend Sea Pearl. B. Shetland Sheepdog. 9 years and in lovely condition. Pleasing shape. Head giving a sweet expression. Enough neck, Secure back. Moved very well.

3. Paskins’s Cedavoch I’ts Taboo At Kindeace, Dachshund (Long-Haired).

AV Champion 17,8

1. Land’s Ch Sotto Voce Yes I am At Stapanelle (Imp Sp). Poodle Toy. D. 2 years Elegant young dog with a masculine head, pleasing foreface and contains dark, appealing eyes. He has a good coat and is short and compact. Excellent chest. Good tail set. Maintains his balanced shape on the move.

2. Manners’s Ch Chadblower Nevaeh Lahetti VW. B. Schipperke. Winner of AV Veteran.

3. Hemmings’s Sh Ch Orlanset A New Flame, D. Irish Setter.

KC Junior Warrant Qualifier 44.17

The 5 placed dogs, listed below all Qualify

1. Mills & Parson’s Priorpark Pride and Joy To Nzuri. JW Rhodesian Ridgeback. B. Have judged her before and she is impressive, especially her quality feminine head. Super expressive dark eyes. She is well made but feminine. Clean neck, good for bone and substance, with ample depth. Ribs extending back and nicely angled muscular rear. Tight, knuckled feet. Secure topline and well set tail. Effortless movement & carries herself well at all times.

2. McDonald’s Risepark First Lady of Heibri. JW. Miniature Schnauzer B. 17 months. Feminine head, with neat ears, dark eyes and strength to muzzle. Smart and decidedly square in outline. Well bodied with correct sloping topline and high set tail. Strong loins; good rib cage and length of neck. Moved with reach and drive.

3. Melbourne and Murray’s Diheath Chekov JW, Basset Hound. D

4. Manners and Scales’s Roopec Just One More, Schipperke. B

5. Dawson’s Hydeback Heart of Gold At Graefyn, Irish Wolfhound. D

Brace 15,8

1. Land’s Poodle’s (Toy)

2. Young’s Samoyed

3. Bowsher’s Whippets

Tony Allcock OBE (Judge)