North East Coast Chihuahua Club

Very privileged to have been invited to judge the Long Coat Chihuahuas 10th Anniversary Show at my first ever club show. Thank you so much to Denise Parker and the committee for your hospitality and lovely gifts, and to my amazing steward, Lauren Parker, who kept the ring running efficiently throughout the day.

It was interesting to judge Long Coats, compared with my usual experience of showing Smooth Coats. I found the overall quality and consistency of breed type very pleasing, with many exhibits displaying a good understanding of the Breed Standard. Bites and dentition were, for the most part, excellent, which was particularly pleasing to see given the breed’s inclusion on the Breed Watch. There were some exciting young dogs in the ring who I have no doubt will have bright futures ahead of them. I was very pleased with my main winners and offer many congratulations to their owners.

Very privileged to have been invited to judge the Long Coat Chihuahuas 10th Anniversary Show at my first ever club show. Thank you so much to Denise Parker and the committee for your hospitality and lovely gifts, and to my amazing steward, Lauren Parker, who kept the ring running efficiently throughout the day.

It was interesting to judge Long Coats, compared with my usual experience of showing Smooth Coats. I found the overall quality and consistency of breed type very pleasing, with many exhibits displaying a good understanding of the Breed Standard. Bites and dentition were, for the most part, excellent, which was particularly pleasing to see given the breed’s inclusion on the Breed Watch. There were some exciting young dogs in the ring who I have no doubt will have bright futures ahead of them. I was very pleased with my main winners and offer many congratulations to their owners. 

BPD (2) 1 Mr & Ms W & J Heap & Palmer’s Maciendas Montu Warrior – cream, 5 months old. Delightful puppy and very pleasing in the face. Slightly more confident today than 2nd. Fun, playful in nature and happy to be in the ring with his handler. Good angulation for a puppy. Correct ear set on a rounded head, with sparkling, dark, round eyes. 2 Mr & Ms W & J Heap & Palmer’s Maciendas Akeru God – cream, 5 months old. Littermate to 1 and very similar in type. Another agreeable young puppy. He was not quite as sure of himself as 1 today. Muzzle was slightly longer and not quite tapering to a point, but he has plenty of time for everything to change. Good proportions with a soft, shiny coat. Both puppies are of good size for their age and I am sure they will swap places in the ring as they mature. VD (6, 4) 1 Ms E Huntley’s CH Natimuk Beaumont – sable, 7 years old. Nothing about this dog suggests that he has entered his veteran years. Captivating, saucy expression with large, flaring ears and correct dentition. His coat is soft, with a large ruff on his chest and an impressive overall coat. Attentive to his handler, he strode around the ring carrying himself proudly. Nice mover with a level topline and tail set high. My BVD and BVIB, and I was pleased to hear he was later awarded BVIS. 2 Ms L Hargreaves’ Winchi’s Arnold Noah – red and white, 9 years old. Very happy and pretty dog. Round apple head with large, fringed ears set at a good angle, really framing his face. Big, round eyes and super pigment. Well-balanced dog with an excellent coat. Was unlucky to meet 1 today in his class. MPD (3) 1 Mr & Mrs N & L Todd-McCoid’s Rubyanlo Mr Majestic – red, 8 months old. Good rounded skull with correct ear set. Excellent dentition in a neat, tapered muzzle which was not too short. The most expressive, large, round, dark eyes and excellent pigmentation. Loved his expression. Super drive from behind when moving. BPD. 2 Mrs C Veazey’s Penapettit Piccoleno – fawn, 6 months old. Very sweet, likeable little puppy. Super pigment and good rounded skull with a moderate length of muzzle. Straight coming and going. Nice size for his age. PD (2, 1) 1 Miss P Enos’s Penapettit Paddington – black tricolour, 6 months old. Sweet puppy with a lovely expression. Correct stop and good length of muzzle. Super glossy coat with lovely furnishings for his age. Unfortunately, a little shy today, but hopefully with time he will come out of his shell. JD (1) 1 Ms E Gray’s Rubyanlo El Vincitore – red sable, 12 months old. Smart head with good proportions. Excellent pigment. Muzzle was not too short and jaws lean. Silky coat that was not too heavy. Tail carried high in a sickle curve. Very smart in front and straight in movement with good reach. GD (1) 1 Mrs S Robson’s Tidos Pumpkin Pie – red, 1 year old. What a sweet face. Proper apple-dome skull with big, melting, round eyes. Straight topline and soft, silky coat. I felt he was leaning slightly in his movement today, making it difficult to assess him fully. PGD (2) 1 Mr & Ms W & J Heap & Palmer’s Chirouxe Little Wonder at Lemaritz – red, 1 year old. Overall, a good representation of the breed. Rounded head and nose neither pushed in nor too long; I felt the length was ideal. Excellent dentition with a correct, clean scissor bite. Possibly could do with filling out a little more in body. Full of beans on the move today and very excitable. Soft coat and good tail carriage. Love his spunky personality. 2 Miss D Gilling’s Rubyanlo Tommy Hilfiger of Talocan JW – fawn sable, 2 years old. Petite and compact, and I really liked this lad on the stand. Real saucy expression with a fizzy attitude. Dark, large, melting eyes and I do appreciate a pretty face. Decent proportions. Unfortunately, he was not at his best on the move today, making his movement difficult to assess fully. LD (2) 1 Mr, Ms & Mrs Rushton, Chang & Robson’s Yensha’s Supersonic with Tidos – fawn and white, nearly 2 years old. Wow. Super apple-dome skull with well-set-apart ears. Dark, sparkling eyes and excellent dentition. Sweet temperament, but certainly not meek. On the move, it was like winding him up and watching him float around the ring. He is the epitome of a toy breed, in my opinion. Excellent topline both on the stand and in movement. Straight fore and aft. Perfectly held sickle tail. Well-deserved BD and BOB. I was pleased to hear he was later awarded RBIS. 2 Mr & Mrs W & J Heap & Palmer’s Chirouxe Major Tom – red sable, 1 year old. Super-charged young man. Good skull and balanced features. Charismatic and typical Chihuahua expression. Slightly longer than height in body. Super soft, glossy coat and a big ruff on his neck. Unfortunately, did not want to show himself off on his walk today. OD (3, 1) 1 Mr & Mrs N & L Todd-McCoid’s Rubyanlo Te Amo – black tri, 3 years old. Perfect size for the breed; petite and well balanced. Gorgeous, sweet face. Eyes, stop and base of ears all in line. Not too heavy in feathering. Level topline. Very pleased with his movement, straight with good reach. Performed beautifully for his handler. It was a very close choice between him and my BD; ultimately awarded him RBD. 2 Mr & Mrs W & J Heap & Palmer’s Maciendas Magni – red, 4 years old. Precious, smart boy. Great dentition and bite. Jaws strong but lean, with a moderately short, pointed muzzle. Good movement, carrying his tail up and over. Really decent ruff on his chest. I preferred the overall attitude and ring presence of 1 on the day. BPB (2, 1) 1 Ms K Price’s Jahneemahs Golden Rule – fawn, 5 months old. Super happy and sprightly girl. Pretty features and dark pigment. Excellent rear angulation for her age and well-let-down hocks. Super level topline and high-set tail. Affectionate with her handler. Did superbly for a baby. BBPIB. VB (3, 1) 1 Ms M Elliott’s CH Sumatra Isadora Duncan of Amberetta ShCM VW – black tri, 12 years old. Immediately taken by how amazingly shiny and beautifully groomed her coat was. Only the small flecks of white hairs on her face gave away her age slightly. Large, well-set-apart ears with slight feathering. Coat long, silky and soft. Alert and on show for everyone. Brisk movement and a joy to watch. She looks incredible for her age, so kudos to her owner. 2 Miss P Enos’s Tidos Luna Tic at Penapettit – sable, 10 years old. Showing her age a little more than 1, but still beautifully presented. Well-balanced facial features and a muzzle of ideal length. Did a lovely show for her young handler and did her job well. She did not carry her tail as high and was not quite as energised as 1 today. MPB (2) 1 Ms N Czyz’s Flaming Lamborghini Right Royal (Imp CZE) – black tri, 8 months old. Confident young bitch and a good size for her age. Exudes happiness, with cheeky eyes. Super drive from behind and good reach in front. I see a successful showing career in her future. My RBPB and RBPIB, and I was absolutely delighted to hear she was later awarded RBPIS. 2 Miss P Enos’s Penapettit Pandorable – black tri, 6 months old. Absolutely full of beans. Gorgeous girl with super large, flaring ears. Muzzle a good length and good angulation. Really liked this girl and physically she was a close push for 1st. Just needs to settle a little more on the move, but that will come as she matures. PB (3, 1)1 Mrs & Mr S & K Hornby’s Bramerita Priceless – fawn sable, 8 months old. Seriously drew my eye. Full of sass and sparkle. Correct size for her age. Large, round, clean eyes and well-set-apart ears. Excellent bite. Nicely balanced features and a really cheeky expression. Soft, silky coat. Very pleased with her movement; moved straight with drive and purpose. Stood four square and her tail showed just how much she enjoyed being in the ring. Came close to my BOB. My BPB, BB, RBOB and BPIB. Delighted she was later awarded BPIS. 2 Miss D Gilling’s Chantico Black Diamond of Talocan (IKC) – black and white, 10 months old. What a pretty bitch. Typical head with all the right proportions. Big, dark, round eyes and well-set, flaring ears. Slightly longer than height and well bodied for a puppy. Tidy on the move with an amazing, straight front. Seriously unlucky to meet 1st in this class. Showing great promise. JB (3) 1 Ms L Hargreaves’s Tampico Sweet Dream – red and white, 1 year old. Rounded head with good breadth between large ears. Dark eyes with correct length of muzzle. Excellent bite. Dainty feet and good turn of stifle. Straight topline and a lovely mover, with legs moving in parallel. 2 Mr & Mrs N & L Todd-McCoid’s Rubyanlo Caramia – red sable, 1 year old. Cheeky and curious expression. Well-rounded skull and dark pigment. Light feathering on ears. Well-groomed, soft coat. Fabulous topline both on the move and on the stand, and really covered the ground when moving. Correct size and a smart young bitch. NB (1) 1 Miss D Gilling’s Chantico Black Diamond of Talocan (IKC). See PB. GB (5, 2) 1 Mrs S Robson’s Tidos Voodoo Lady – black tri, 6 months old. Exudes energy and happiness. Huge, flaring ears, excellent dark pigment and big, round eyes. Slightly longer than height. Soft coat. Powered around the ring with good reach and drive. Straight topline and a high-set sickle tail wagging happily. 2 Miss D Gilling’s Rubyanlo Cleopatra of Talocan JW – red sable, 1 year old. Sweet bitch and correct size. Attentive to her handler with a sweet expression. Dark, melting eyes and large, well-set-apart ears. Fine boned, with strong pasterns and neat feet. Excellent sickle tail set on high. Straight mover, well balanced with a level topline. PGB (2, 1) 1 Mr & Mrs N & L Todd-McCoid’s Rubyanlo Next Top Model – gold, 2 years old. Pretty girl with a sweet expression. Great bite and dentition. Decent amount of soft coat in lovely condition. Feet pointing forward in front and well-laid-back shoulders, giving her good reach on the move. Strong pasterns and standing and moving in parallel. Level topline and excellent tail set. LB (4, 2) 1 Mr & Mrs N & L Todd-McCoid’s Rubyanlo Knock Your Sox Off – fawn sable, 2 years old. Full of joy. Well-domed head with a short, pointed muzzle, definite stop and good bite. Huge, flaring ears. Petite, correct, compact size and well balanced. Moved gracefully. Enough soft coat with good fringing. RBB. 2 Mr & Mrs W & J Heap & Palmer’s Maciendas Magna – red, 4 years old. Sweet expression with a moderately short muzzle. Big, dark eyes and a good bite. Well-balanced mover with a good, soft coat. Would prefer slightly more ruff and fringing. Showed well for her owner. OB (3, 1) 1 Miss P Enos’s Penapettit Luna Ladylove – fawn, 5 years old. Very darling and at one with her handler. Excellent front and rear construction. Super dark pigment and not overdone in her features. Slightly domed head with balanced, rounded eyes. Large ears with decent fringing. Great bite. Enjoyed being in the ring and moved effortlessly and in parallel. 2 Mr & Mrs N & L Todd-McCoid’s Rubyanlo She’s A Belter – red, 2 years old. Saucy girl and I was immediately taken by her large, dark, round, melting eyes. Domed head with definite stop and short muzzle. Excellent bite and dentition. Correct size and compact. Topline straight both on the move and on the stand. Sporting a great coat with a decent ruff on her chest. Excellent high-set sickle tail. I preferred the movement of 1 today. BRACE (2) 1 Ms L Hargreaves’s red and white pair. A very well-matched pair, displaying excellent breed type and complementing each other beautifully. Both dogs are well balanced, similar in size and substance, with good construction and typical Chihuahua characteristics. Moved well together, maintaining a pleasing and coordinated picture throughout. Similar colours and markings on their heads too. A very attractive brace. Fabulous to see them awarded Best Brace in Show! 2 Miss P Enos’s black tri pair. A delightful brace of sweet, playful puppies, almost clones of each other in both appearance and overall type. They are very well matched, similar in size, substance and balance, and complement one another beautifully. Both display pleasing construction and typical Chihuahua characteristics, with similar colours and attractive head markings adding to the overall picture. They moved happily together and, as they mature and gain confidence, should come even more into their own. Delightful puppies and a very attractive pair.

Mrs Felicity Murray.