Oswestry & District Kennel Association

OSWESTRY & DISTRICT KENNEL ASSOCIATION 

OPEN SHOW 

Sunday 15th March 

Judge: JOLANTA GRIGONYTE (DULCEDUCES) 

I would like to thank the committee for inviting me to judge at this lovely venue. My thanks also go to my hardworking stewards, who kept everything running smoothly despite the rainy weather, and to all the exhibitors for their entries and support. 

I thoroughly enjoyed judging the Gundog classes. For me, it is important to assess not only breed type, but also how exhibits are presented, handled and move on the day. I was a little disappointed that some exhibits were not presented to their best advantage, with overlong nails affecting both balance and movement. 

Overall, I had some quality exhibits and was pleased with my principal winners. 

GORDON SETTER 

Junior: 1 entry (1 ABS) 

Post Graduate: 1 entry 

1st, RBOB COTTONSTONES RIVER SPRITE Black and tan bitch approaching four years old. A lovely feminine bitch with good head proportions and a pleasing eye expression. Elegant neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. Well-developed ribs and good depth of chest, neat elbows, short muscular loin and good rear angulation. Maintained a pleasing topline and was presented in good coat condition. Moved soundly, covering the ground well. 

Open: 4 entries (3 ABS) 

1st, BOB DWENSANTINIS DORA OF ARTIIYO Four-year-old bitch who immediately caught the eye. An outstanding exhibit with a lovely feminine head, excellent ear placement and a good length of neck flowing into well-set shoulders. I admired her elegant proportions and overall breed type. Presented in excellent coat condition despite the challenging weather conditions. Well-set tail and shown to advantage. Moved soundly and with style throughout. 

IRISH SETTER 

Junior: 1 entry 

1st GWENDARIFF GRACE KELLY Just one year old and a very attractive young bitch. Feminine head with a pretty expression. Well-laid shoulder, level topline and good tail set. Rich red coat presented in lovely condition. Moved soundly and showed well throughout. I look forward to seeing how she progresses in her show career. 

Post Graduate: 2 entries (1 ABS) 

1st, RBOB SWIFTLARK INVINCIBLE (JW) Five-year-old dog of pleasing balance and type. Handsome head with dark eyes giving a kind expression. Good length of neck, deep and broad chest, strong muscular hindquarters and neat feet. Presented in lovely coat and condition. Moved well, although I would have preferred slightly more extension on the move. 

Open: 2 entries (1 ABS) 

1st, BOB (SHCEX) SWIFTLARK SPELLBINDER Five-and-a-half-year-old dog with a beautiful head and overall outline. An upstanding dog with dark eyes giving a soft expression. Strong topline, good tail set and pleasing body proportions throughout. Richly coloured coat presented in excellent condition. Moved with purpose and positive drive to secure Best of Breed. 

HUNGARIAN VIZSLA 

Junior: 2 entries 

1st, BP & RBOB NORDICFIELD LADY JAEGER Nine-month-old puppy bitch of excellent promise. Lovely feminine head with kind eyes and a strong neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. Prominent forechest and pleasing body proportions for her age, with a firm topline and good angulation front and rear. Strong feet and shown in excellent condition. Handled well and moved true with a positive stride. A promising youngster whom I look forward to seeing develop. 

2nd KOZEL NYERS UMBRA Ten-month-old dog with a lovely head and gentle expression. Good body proportions for his age, well ribbed with moderate tuck-up. Good bone and strong feet. Moved with a good stride once settled. A happy and enthusiastic youngster who made life rather challenging for his handler on the day. 

Post Graduate: 2 entries 

1st NORDICFIELD DESERT GOLD Four-year-old bitch with a docked tail. Feminine and well constructed, with a strong neck, good shoulders, strong loin and sound rear angulation. Good feet and a firm topline which she maintained on the move. Correct tail set and presented in good condition. 

2nd VIZVALE GOLDEN EMPRESS Five years and seven months old. A rather nervous bitch, having previously had an unpleasant experience when being examined. I allowed her plenty of time to settle and become comfortable. Feminine head with sweet expression, good arched neck and pleasing outline. I would prefer more depth of chest. Moderately angulated throughout. Sadly, she lacked confidence on the move today. 

Open: 2 entries 

1st, BOB AMARANTOS BELLARIA AT CASTLEFIELD Approaching four years old and a beautiful feminine bitch. Lean head with sweet expression and correct ear set. Clean neck, good depth of forechest and pleasing body proportions with good ribbing. Good feet and a proud stance. Moved gracefully and with purpose to take Best of Breed. 

2nd NORDICFIELD DAWN RUN Another lovely feminine six-year-old bitch. Well balanced with pleasing body proportions, strong arched neck, good shoulders and well-sprung ribs with good depth of chest. Moved soundly throughout. 

FLAT COATED RETRIEVER 

Junior: 4 entries (2 ABS) 

1st, BOB PAJANBECK HOLD MY HALO Fifteen-month-old well-balanced bitch. Pleasant head with correctly shaped eyes of good colour. Strong topline with good depth of chest and correct spring of rib. Lovely bone and feet. Presented in excellent coat and condition. Moved soundly, covering the ground with plenty of forward reach and drive. A quality youngster who went on to take Best of Breed. 

2nd, BP CULCRIEFF'S FERNTOWER GLEN OF WETNOSES Ten-month-old well-made and mature puppy. Lovely head with dark almond-shaped eyes and a cheeky expression. Good bone and tight feet. Shown in excellent coat condition with a firm topline. Moved well once settled, although on the day I preferred the overall balance and movement of the winner. 

Post Graduate: 7 entries (3 ABS) 

1st, Repeat BOB PAJANBECK HOLD MY HALO. My previous remarks apply. 

2nd, Repeat BP CULCRIEFF'S FERNTOWER GLEN OF WETNOSES. A quality youngster and my previous comments apply. 

Open: 5 entries (1 ABS) 

1st, RBOB I KNOW HIM SO WELL AT ROKANESS JW Four-year-old dog of excellent quality. Another strong class with several worthy exhibits. I admired his well-moulded head, dark eyes and balanced muzzle. Strong neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. A well-balanced dog carrying a level topline and standing on straight legs with tight feet. Moved smoothly and soundly, covering the ground with ease. The best mover in this class. 

2nd, HOPEVALLEY MORNING SHINE OVER WYCHWIZARD Six years and seven months old, lovely feminine bitch. Well-moulded head with dark eyes giving a kind expression. Good depth of chest with sound front angulation and straight forelegs. Short-coupled and presented in a beautiful dense coat. Slightly heavier in body than the winner. Moved with good drive and purpose, but on the day I preferred the overall balance and movement of the first-placed dog. 

SUSSEX SPANIEL 

Junior: 2 entries 

1st, RBOB BJORKSATRAS CHRISTIANA (Imp SWE) Seventeen-month-old golden liver youngster. Lovely bitch with a pleasing head and eye expression. Nicely arched neck, deep chest and well-boned legs. I liked her overall body proportions and movement, particularly when viewed in profile. 

2nd, BP CARNEDD LLEWELYN Ten-month-old dog who appeared mature for his age, with a darker coat colour. Pleasing muscular head with dark eyes. Lovely straight coat, level topline and good tail set. Moved soundly and true throughout. 

Post Graduate: 2 entries (1 ABS) 

1st, EALD STANDS WITH FIST Three-and-a-half-year-old bitch with a feminine head and lovely expression. Deep chest, well-muscled loin and a firm, level topline. Strong short legs and tight feet. Presented in good coat condition with an attractive golden liver colour. Moved soundly and with purpose. 

Open: 4 entries (1 ABS) 

1st, BOB SH CH HARASTEORRA BIG BEAR JW Five-year-old dog with a good head shape and pleasing eyes. Correct ear set, strong neck and well-sloping shoulders. Good topline and tail carriage. Excellent coat texture and colour. Strong in bone and feet. A sound mover and, on the day, the best handled exhibit in the breed. 

2nd, HARASTEORRA BETELGEUSE Four-year-old dog with a strong, masculine head. Deep chest, well-sloping shoulders and straight, well-boned legs. Well-sprung ribs carried well back, strong loin and muscular hindquarters. Presented in good coat condition and moved soundly, although I preferred the winner's overall balance and movement. 

WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL 

Junior: 1 entry 

1st, RBOB MENSTONIA ENDLESS DREAMS JW Sixteen-month-old dog with a pleasing head and muzzle and a sweet, kind expression. Ears set correctly and lying close to the cheeks. Good length of neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. Well-developed body with sound rear angulation and strong feet. Pleasing topline and tail set. Presented in lovely coat condition and moved soundly. 

Post Graduate: 1 entry 

1st, BOB EIRIANDYLIS STRANGE MAGIC VON TRANNON JW Two years and seven months old. Feminine bitch with a pleasing head, medium eyes and soft expression. Good bone and feet, well balanced and nicely angulated throughout. Strong neck, well-sprung ribs and good depth of chest. Stood on good legs and feet and maintained a firm topline. Moved out soundly and with enthusiasm despite the wet weather conditions. 

Open: 2 entries (1 ABS) 

1st, TIGERROCK TOP GUN Three years and four months old. Well-balanced dog with a long, muscular neck, good depth of rib and strong bone. Tight feet and sound construction throughout. Moved steadily and showed well. 

Jolanta Grigonyte (Dulceduces) 

Judge