Southern Counties Canine Association

A mixed group, but with a number of dogs that impressed.

I selected the following winners, but who were left out of the placements:

The German Pinscher Falkor Stand And Deliver, the Newfoundland Ch. Sandbears Dreams and Wishes, the Saint Bernard Ch. Chandlimore Boys Night In and the Siberian Husky Ch. Winter Melody Triple Trouble at Amical.

Group 1: Bullmastiff Ch.Ndl.Ch. Optimus Douglas

Very impressive, substantial and above all sound and functional dog of excellent type and quality. Strong and masculine without being at all cumbersome..He has a broad, square and deep skull, correct stop, a broad underjaw and very pleasing proportions between skull and muzzle. Perfectly balanced and angulation in front and behind, providing the foundation for his outstanding movement from all angles. Excellen topline, tail and coat. 

Group 2: Bouvier des Flandres Ch. Quiche's Xplorer Treks to Bouvpilot

Typically short-coupled, compact dog, very balanced. Active, but composed. Typical, well balanced head with a flat skull. Very pleasing ears and an alert expression. Neck not too long, but strong and with a nape. Moderate, balanced angulation both ends. Deep and capacioius chest. Well boned. Excellent coat quality. He moved with excellent balance, free and easy, very well handled. 

Group 3: Russian Black Terrier from AVSC Working Ir.Ch. Evrussky Black Widow

An imposing bitch, very well up on legs, firm and smart. Sturdy and almost square as she should be. Feminine head with flat skull and moderate stop. Dark eyes and high-set ears which gives her a lovely expression. Good rise of neck which she uses to her advantage both standing and moving. Large feet and a well set tail. Excellent coat. Sound and active mover carrying herself very well. 

Group 4: Great Dane Ch. Goldanias Diva Princess

A big and strong fawn bitch, still feminine, she is instantly attractive and quite a work of art. Attractive head with length and parallell planes, well set and carried ears. Lovely expression. Crested neck combining elegance with strength. Strong bone and well knuckled feet. Short enough in body for balance. Well angulated behind. Excellent coat. Strong and sound in movement.