Bedford & District Canine Society

                                 Bedford & District Canine Society

                                        Open Show

                      Sunday 20th September 2026

I would like to thank the Officers and Committee for their kind invitation to judge at their Open Show, I had an enjoyable time and grateful thanks for their assistance in getting me back to Northampton.

Tibetan Spaniel

Junior (2)

1st Tyler: Chelmeress Love Actually Via Mulltye

Attractive 14-months old gold sable black masked bitch. Lovely black pigmentation to oval shaped eyes, eye rims and nose. Feminine shaped head, gentle expression, soft cushioning, slight dome to skull, carried her ears well using them all the time. Head always carried well on her medium length neck. Typical slightly bowed front legs, hare feet, moderate bone throughout. Kept a good level topline, nice length to back leading to a well-placed and high set plumed tail, Body frame well covered and coated overall, good furnishings to legs and hindquarters. Well ribbed ribcage, good depth to chest. Shapely hindquarters, good angulation to front and rear. On the move moved smartly and soundly, always showing herself off.       

2nd Simper, Scoates & Dawson: Clydum Mighty Magic

A pretty 16-month fawn bitch with black masked. Lovely shape to head, displaying soft feminine features, bright dark oval eyes, black rimmed. Slight dome to skull, high set leathers carried correctly, soft cushioning to medium length muzzle, coal black nose, correct bite. Good lay of shoulder, nicely boned throughout, slight bow to front legs, nice hare feet. Kept a straight topline, lovely well set on plumed tail. Well-developed body, good depth and spring of ribs. Not quite the coat and furnishings at the moment of those of the winner. Well-formed hindquarters, good bend to stifle used to always show off a sound efficient movement front and rear. Happy exhibit attentive to handler.    

Post Graduate (3)

1st Rice: Ricox I Deserve Your Love JW

Smart 2 yr old black male, standing proudly showing of his lovely shapely all-round profile. Well, coated overall with a jet-black glossy sheen to coat of good length, plenty of furnishings to legs, chest, and well plumed tail. Handsome well shaped masculine head, bright dark oval eyes, defined stop, good cushioning to muzzle, carried his well-placed ears correctly. Carried his head on a firm neckline, set into well laid shoulders, firm topline, well bodied and boned throughout. Good shape to front legs, hare feet, plenty of chest, good ribcage. Well-muscled hindquarters good bend to stifle, and rear angulation resulting in an effortless movement really covering the ground.    

2nd Tyler: Mulltye Zal Ta Ma

Charming 3 yr old silver fawn, with a black muzzle. Lovely feminine headpiece, soft expression, bright dark brown oval eyes, black rims. Soft cushioning to blunt muzzle, correct dentition, black nose, well high set feathered leathers framing face. Good front assembly with well laid shoulders, medium length to neck, always kept her topline level, good bone with well sprung ribs, well covered shapely hindquarters, high set tail well plumed. On the move, moved well showing of her profile and angles away and on return, displaying sound movement. Well coated, silky coat in good condition, nicely furnished to legs and rear.  

3rd Simper, Scoates & Dawson: Clydum Magic at Midnight

Open (3)

1st Rice: Ricox I’ll Love You As You Are JW

A young lady who I judged as a puppy along with her litter brother winner of the previous class and delighted to see how both have come on in the meantime. 2 yr old gold sable bitch who has matured into a delightful character and just determined to show herself to advantage, displaying her lovely nature and temperament. Sweetest of heads and expression, bright dark oval eyes, well feathered leathers set high, contouring her face. Defined slight stop, good soft cushioning to blunt muzzle, jet black nose, good dentition. Good head carriage carried on medium length neck, supported on good shoulders, well-shaped front legs, pleasing balance in front and rear, good depth to ribcage, firm topline, lovely full plumed tail. Soft silky coat covering a well-muscled body. Good shape to hindquarters which she used to move with drive and kept her clean outline on the move. Pleased to award her BOB and Utility Group three.         

2nd Cooper: Susu The Show Must Go On JW

Another attractive 18-month gold bitch, who pushed the winner hard. Well-presented and in lovely condition, soft silky coat contouring her body, handler getting the best out of her exhibit. Lovely feminine head, and adorable expression, soft dark oval eyes, black rims, slight defined stop, slight dome to skull, well placed feathered ears carried correctly. Jet black nose, good length to muzzle, wide jaw and plenty depth to chin. Head carried proudly, firm steady topline, used her lovely, plumed tail well. Well-constructed front and rear, moderate bone throughout, good legs and hare feet. Lovely fore chest, good depth to chest and ribcage, well angulated and covered hindquarters. Moved with purpose front and back looked good from all angles, showing off her lovely profile. Pleased to award her RBOB. 

3rd Tyler: Mulltye Rol Mo

Tibetan Terrier

Puppy (2)

1st Davies & Honey: Blue Blood Ambassador Way To Rock With

       Waterley (Imp SVK)

What a cracking B/W youngster, just entered the ring with a certain air, and had that natural presence about him. 10-month-old youngster who always presented himself well. Held a lovely square profile standing on good feet and on the move showing off his well-coated shapely body. Lovely well broken up marked coat of good length and texture, good head furnishing, well covered leathers set fairly high to side of skull. Handsome masculine headpiece and expression. Large round expressive dark eyes, good depth to stop, and length to muzzle, jet black nose, correct bite. Head held high on a good length of neck, flowing into well laid shoulders, level topline, lovely, plumed tail set correctly and used well. Well, put together body, lovely angulation front and rear. Good depth to chest, nicely muscled and boned for age. Well, handled, this exhibit showed with confidence, excelled in movement using his quarters to drive with purpose. Pleased to award him BPIB, Utility Puppy Winner and delighted to see him win BPIS.         

2nd Dyer: Fideletchan Black Betty For Devashuni

Attractive 10-month-old B/W bitch, who displayed an endearing feminine head and expression. Not quite the coat of winner at the moment but was nicely coated attractive size and good overall balance. Well-proportioned head, well covered ears and carriage, large dark round eye placements, black eye rims. Plenty of stop, firm muzzle, coal black nose, correct bite, lovely head furnishings. Clean neckline carrying her head well. Lovely front assembly, well boned legs, good large round feet. Good topline, square body frame, plenty depth to chest, well boned and muscled throughout. Displayed a shapely hindquarter which she used well on the move showing an easy steady sound movement, on the go and return. Well-presented exhibit shown in a lovely coat of good condition.    

Junior (2)

1st Davies: Waterley Blanche Et Noire

16-month-old B/W bitch very feminine in appearance, wearing a well-presented coat of good length and texture, covering a sound body. Lovely soft expression, large dark expressive eyes, black eye rims. Good, moulded shaped head, ears well hung and covered. Defined stop, strong muzzle of good length, black nose, correct bite, good head and beard furnishings, to complete the picture. Well-constructed front assembly, stood on well boned legs and large round feet. Firm level topline, plenty depth to chest, tight elbows, good angulation to front and rear, good bend to stifles. Lovely, plumed tail set correctly on a lovely square body frame. On the move displayed a lovely drive and really motored around the ring in style always showing herself off.        

2nd Elvidge, Webb & Davies: Waterley Sweet Inspiration

Litter sister to winner, not quite as forward in coat as her sibling at the moment. Lovely B/W exhibit with white chest patch and white large feet with plenty of bone. Delightful head, kind typical soft expression, head furnishings flowing gently on her head to give an attractive picture. Lovely eye shape and placement. Good ear carriage and length to well covered leathers. Muzzle of good length, nicely bearded. Good length and reach to neck, set into well laid shoulders, pleasing balance in front and rear angulation, good level topline, well plumed tail set. Nicely developed square body, plenty of heart room, well-muscled throughout. Well-angulated hindquarters and bend in stifle. On the move, moved smartly and soundly using her quarters well with good drive. Two very nice exhibits.         

Post Graduate (1)

1st Luckman: Pinrow Glowing Sunset

Lovely 2 yr old gold sable and white bitch who always displayed a happy temperament very much on her toes. Not quite the coat of some of the other exhibits, but was well presented, coat of good texture covering a sound square body frame, good muscle tone. Charming feminine head, well-shaped, good shape to bright dark eyes, black rims, ears well covered, set fairly high hanging nicely to side of the face. Strong muzzle of good length well-furnished head and beard. Good length to firm neck carrying her head well, good front angulation, strong legs and large feet, plenty depth to fore chest with plenty of heart room. Clean profile standing keeping a lovely topline, always using her well plumed tail. Shapely hindquarters, good bend to stifle, low set hocks. Moved with good straight action, displayed a free easy action showing off her stylish side profile going around the ring.   

Open (5-1)

1st Mannion & Jarvis: Waterley White Lotus

A beautifully presented white dog nearly 4yr old, displayed a wealth of coat of good length and texture, not a hair out of place. Lovely masculine head, handsome expression, full head and ear furnishings. Large expressive dark eyes with black rims, firm strong muzzle, well bearded. Firm strong neck, sturdy topline, lovely full long plumed tail, well set. A good square body frame plenty depth to chest, well put together and constructed sound moving exhibit. True front with strong angulated hindquarters. He moved with verve and showed continually, showing a lovely profile going around the ring and standing. Pleased to award him BOB.    

2nd Dyer: Waterley Easy On The Eye JW

Eye catching 2 yr old B/W bitch who looked a picture in profile and certainly did not disappoint on the move. Showed with great confidence and presence. Most appealing head and expression, gorgeous dark round eyes, black nose, good use of her well covered ears. Good clean neckline, correct length to balance with her body. Firm well-kept topline well placed fairly high tail set, fully plumed draping over her hindquarters. Lovely construction to front and rear, body of good proportions, well-muscled and boned, good square body frame. Impressive on the stand and on the move using her well-developed hindquarters to drive from behind with sound actions. Close up for BOB, but pleased to award her RBOB, then awarded her the RBOB Utility Class, and delighted to see her get the Best RBOB in Show.     

3rd Luckman: Pinrow Springtime Star

4th Davies: Pinrow Dark Treasure

Golden Retrievers

Puppy (7-1)

A lovely class of puppies, all a credit to their owners.

1st Booth: Haydengold Sweet Moments For Alihelnix

As the exhibits came into the ring this young lady caught my eye. Loved her clean line profile, standing and on the move around the ring. Pretty attractive head, soft feminine facial features, dark bright eyes well set, lovely ear set, good broad skull, well balanced head proportions, nicely chiselled. Firm muzzle, correct bite. Lovely shape and length to neck leading to a well laid shoulder placement, kept a steady level topline, body of good length, well sprung ribcage plenty depth to chest good heart room. Well-developed front good angulations, lovely bone throughout, stood on good round well-formed feet. Level tail leading of her back correctly, well moulded hindquarters, lovely bend to stifle, hocks well let down. On the move, with her good angulation it resulted in an effortless movement really covering the ground, showing off her shiny pale cream coat. Pleased to award her BPIB.          

2nd Angell: Linirgor Mon Amie Avec Millanza

A real sweetie just over the 6 months, she so enjoyed herself and took it all in her stride. Pretty appealing well shaped head, darkest of eyes giving a lovely soft expression, cold black nose, correct bite, lovely length to muzzle. Broad skull, ears placed correctly. Good reach of neck, carrying her head well on a soundly constructed front with correct bone and well-muscled throughout for age. Stood well showing a lovely shapely outline, good length to body, plenty of depth to a well ribbed ribcage, always kept a lovely topline. Well placed tail always on the go, lovely curves to her hindquarters, good bend to stifle and hocks well let down, good cat like round feet. Graceful and sound in movement, moving with lovely driving actions, displaying her happy temperament when going around the ring. Should have a lovely future in the show ring.     

3rd Malster: Tenfield Misty Morning With Jorhys

4th Harding: Eveninghill Black Betty

VHC: Low: Duckfengold Bring Me Love

Junior (2)

1st Crick: Toseland Tilia at Goldlyn

Delightful young lady, just out of the puppy class. So full of herself, had a lovely temperament so eager to show herself off. Well-presented shiny cream coat covering her appealing shapely body. Beautifully moulded feminine head, good broad skull, leathers set level with her soft dark eyes, good defined stop, well chiselled face, muzzle of good length, coal black nose, correct bite. Well arched neck supported on good, angulated shoulders, and upper arm. Good body frame, well boned throughout, good legs and round sound feet. Pleasing balance in front and rear angulations, lovely depth to chest good heart room and ribbing. Kept a straight topline, running into a tail carriage set correctly. Well-muscle toned hindquarters, good bend to stifle with hocks well let down. Well, handled to display a smooth sound easy movement, using her rear that was really used well. Pleased to award her RBOB            

2nd Malster: Tenfield Misty Morning With Jorhys

8-month-old bitch placed third in the Puppy class, a really sweet puppy, has that slightly lovely old fashion appearance, displayed a gracefully defined outline standing and on the move. Good golden colour to a well-presented coat of good texture and length. Angelic feminine head, gentle soft expression, soulful dark eyes, broad skull, used her well set leathers all the time. Good, chiselled head and muzzle, coal black nose, correct bite. Carried her head well on a firm muscled neck lovely shoulder placements, good depth to chest, good heart room. Good body frame and bone throughout, stood on lovely legs and feet. Dead straight topline of good length well set tail carriage, shapely hindquarters, good bend to stifles, hocks well let down. On the move displayed a graceful style, good drive to rear, maybe to get more from her, handler just needs to move a tad quicker to show her exhibit off to her advantage.        

Post Graduate (5-3)

1st Mears: Ambersun Winter Storm JW

Handsome nearly 2 yr old male, upstanding honest male, full of character and showmanship. Looked good in profile and certainly not disappointing when on the move going around the ring, he strode out well and covered the ground in a true sound fashion. Good strong masculine head and expression, well-shaped lovely dark expressive eyes, broad skull, well set leathers, shapely chiselled face, firm muzzle, coal black nose. Clean neckline, strong well-muscled, flowing into good layback of shoulders, elbows close to chest. Soundly constructed all through, good angulation to front and rear, well-muscled throughout. Plenty depth to chest, good heart room. Good in topline and tail carriage, good rear quarters and turn of stifle, well-muscled thighs. Moved round the ring with drive, confidence and presences. Pleased to award him BOB  

2nd Brown: Louellabrook Love Star JW

Most delightful blonde nearly 2 yr old bitch. Gorgeous looking feminine head and expression, balance of muzzle to skull, bright expressive dark eyes, jet black nose, leathers well placed. Clean neck and shoulders, well angulated shoulder placements and fore chest. Has a good proportion of bone and substance throughout, standing true front and rear. Lovely size overall, good depth to chest, well-muscled body, good muscle tone to hindquarters. Clean cut body outline balanced yet elegant. On the move going around the ring, her topline looked fine and level, but when standing just appeared to slightly slope at the rear, could be how her handler was standing her, but a lovely example of the breed.        

Open (11-6)

1st Lane & Lane-Ridyard: Hardyllic Jack of Diamonds With Kulawand 

A lovely class mainly of veterans which I love, headed by another handsome 3 yr old male, who enjoyed showing himself off all the time, really on his toes. Displayed a sturdy silhouette standing and on the move. Lovely dark pigmentation to his shapely eyes, setting off his masculine head and expression. Good broad skull, leathers well set, well chiselled face and powerful muzzle. Strong neckline, flowing into well laid shoulders, good front assembly, firm legs, catlike feet. Well-proportioned and firmly made body, outline was pleasing showing off his good angulation front and rear. Kept a good level topline leading to a well-set tail nicely feathered. Hindquarters were covered with good muscle tone, good bend to stifle used to move with drive and style, covering the ground well.

2nd Clarke-Gear: Qusevale Tobermoray JW

Most delightful gentleman at 7yrs old, who displayed himself so well, a true keen showman a lovely example of this breed. Classic head shape, lovely masculine expression, clear dark eyes, broad skull, well-shaped leathers hung well. Firm well supported neckline, set into well-constructed front. Pleasing in profile with good body proportions throughout. Lovely and sound, body covered in a lovely mid gold textured coat in good condition. Plenty depth to chest, well ribbed with good heart room. Nice length to back, kept level, well placed tail. Rounded muscled quarters used to move freely and with drive from well angulated stifles. Pleased to see later on that he won the Best Gundog Veteran.     

3rd Malster: Jorhys Evening Sunset

4th Welch: Putjade Perfect Dream For Fennyfare

VHC Ward: Xanthos Quiero Que Sepas For Flesselles

Afghans

Junior (0)

Post Graduate (2)

1st Newton: Cloudside Red Sky Over Shimalma

Eye catching 18-month-old red male, stood proudly always showing himself off. Displayed a lovely shape covered in a well-presented coat in a rich colour and sheen. Most handsome, elegant head, lovely masculine expression. Head set off by his long-feathered leathers framing his face. Well balanced skull, dark well shaped tri angled eyes, lovely shape to long powerful muzzle, strong jaw, correct bite, slight stop, coal black nose. Carried his head proudly on a lovely long neck, flowing into well laid shoulders, good ratio of leg to body, good broad front and rear feet. Elegant type, pleasing development and excellently muscled throughout. True front, good depth to chest with strong angulated hindquarters. Kept a lovely topline, moderate in length, hipbones well placed, tail set well and low carried correctly on the move. On the move, moved exceptionally well with reach and drive in a lovely flowing action covering the ground well. Pleased to award him BOB and I believe later won Hound Group 3rd placement. Well, done.  

2nd James: Katanga’s Captain Amercia

Masculine 4 yr old black and tan male, lovely black sheen to coat of good length. Good furnishings to leathers, head, legs and feet. Well-proportioned filled head, manly expression, lovely dark expressive eyes, well chiselled strong muzzle of good length, well placed and hung feathered leathers. Good reach of neck well-muscled, clean shoulder placements, good front and depth of chest for age. Pleasing in outline with good body proportions, construction had balance and showmanship. Stood well showing of his curves, on the move really motored around the ring showing off his stylish movement, just a little uncontrolled in the rear at times as he was so happy and enjoying himself which was lovely to see.       

Open (2-1)

1st Drage: Zendushkas Born To Run Isjulees  

Elegant 4 yr old golden male, carried himself very well holding himself proudly, with his head aloof. Well, handled, handler getting the best out of him showing him at a lovely gracefully speed going around the ring, which showed off his shapely profile and well-presented shiny glossy coat. Strong classic head shape, long skull, slight stop, bright dark shapely eyes, lovely long feathered leathers framing his face, firm muzzle. Lovely clean strong neck, flowing into well laid shoulders, true front, lovely body frame, well-muscled throughout, displayed good angulation to front and the rear, lovely deep chest. Kept a firm topline of moderate length. Good display of hipbones, well carried tail. Scored well with shapely hindquarters good bend to stifle, well-shaped feet. Free flowing movement, stylish, with plenty of drive. Please to award him RBOB and delighted to see him win the RBOB Hound Stakes.          

AV Imported Breed Register Utility

Open (3-1)

1st Thurston & Watson Liubice Donovan (AI)

Smart looking 5 yr old red fawn male, very much on his toes, showing a nicely balanced silhouette, very much all male in appearance. Blunt triangle masculine head and skull of good proportions, keen alert expression and attitude. Good stop, firm cheeks, good length to muzzle, lovely almond shaped expressive dark eyes, used his erect ears well. Firm medium length neck set nicely into well angulated shoulders, well boned legs and tight catlike feet, tight elbows to chest of good depth. Well bodied and muscled throughout, covered in a good coarse outer coat of good texture. Firm topline leading to a well carried tail, strong hindquarters, good bend to stifle, good tuck up. On the move, moved with good straight free easy sound actions in front and rear. Pleased to award him Best AV Imported Breed Register Utility.        

2nd Cunningham: Cracker Of Yulyeong (imp Kor)

Handsome 7 yr old red fawn male, mature exhibit, in lovely firm fit condition. A real showman who was on his toes really eager to show himself off. Always showed off a clean profile, stood well and attentive to his handler. Well moulded blunt triangle head always used his erect ears, lovely eye shape and placement, good dark pigmentation to nose and eyes. Lovely head and masculine expression with good skull to muzzle proportions, correct stop. Good crest to strong neck, nicely set into well placed shoulders with good angulation. Firm legs and feet, lovely depth to chest, well ribbed, tight elbows, level topline, well placed tail. Well-turned shapely hindquarters well covered, enabling him to move with sound drive.   

AVNSC Utility

Puppy (2-1)

Collier: Michandy Game Changer

Impressive 9-month-old black male Miniature Poodle, lovely crisp outline, well-presented textured coat, lovely sheen and gloss to it. Handsome young male, eye catching masculine expression and head, good top knot, well chiselled face and muzzle, tight lips. Bright dark almond shaped eyes well-spaced and set, correct bite, low set well coated long leathers framing his face. Shapely neckline of good length carrying his head proudly, going into well set placed shoulders. Straight forelegs, well arched small oval feet, had a lovely natural stance when standing. Good depth to chest well sprung ribcage, kept a good level topline, carried his tail well, body well coated. Displayed a lovely shape to the hindquarters, which were well used to drive and he strode out with good tail action, moving well in all directions. Pleased to award BP in AVNSC Utility and Utility Puppy Group three.    

Junior (6-3)

1st Capps, Capps & Dunhill-Hall: Vormund Million Reasons at 

                                                                         Brackreef

Attractive 17-month-old B/T Japanese Shiba Inu bitch, very upright in appearance and very much on her toes, showing off her shapely profile standing and on the move. Pretty blunt, shaped head, lovely, keen alert expression, used her ears well, expressive almond shaped dark eyes, good dark pigmentation to nose, correct bite. Lovely arch to neck holding her head well, leading into a firm topline, flowing into a well set and used curled tail. Lovely fore chest, sound construction throughout, good lay of shoulders, firm legs feet well knuckled. Pleasing development to well-muscled body, strong angulated quarters. Body covered in a hard textured coat, good sheen to the black. Held herself well on the move, showed in a steady style, light on her feet, accurate on the move. Pleased to award her Best AVNSC Utility    

2nd Mann & Harvey: Charabecca Levi’s Luckiest

Another smart 14-month-old black Miniature Poodle male, unlucky to meet winner today. Wearing a well textured crisp coat which was well presented, and in good condition. Quality young male has the real look at me attitude coming along on the correct lines, lovely breed type profile. Well-proportioned head lovely dark pigmentation to nose and well set almond shaped expressive eyes, tight lips, well chiselled flat cheeks and muzzle. Low set long covered leathers, hung close to face, used his good length of neck to carry his head well, clean throat. Good depth to chest, well ribbed ribcage, sound body frame, good bone throughout. Kept a good steady topline, good tail placement. Good front assembly, legs and feet, firm hindquarters which made him move with a flowing driving action, looking smart on the move.  

3rd Davis: Kimetsu Ayuki Kori Go At Kasaishiro Japanese Akita Inu

Post Graduate (5-4)

1st Mann & Harvey: Charabecca Levi’s Luckiest

Open (3-1)

1st Davis: Ryuukita Burning Talisman at Kasaishiro (IKC)

Masculine red and cream 3 yr old Japanese Shiba Inu, of the slightly taller type. Sure, of himself stood proudly showing of his lovely profile, really on his toes which he showed when on the move, covering the ring surface well with sound drive in the rear, and good front movement. Manly headpiece, flat skull, good alert erect ears. Good stop, and length of muzzle, dark pigmentation to nose and expressive eyes. Sturdy firm body well-muscled throughout, moderate length to neck sitting well into his shoulders, good front assembly. Plenty depth to chest, well ribbed ribcage, keeping a good level topline, leading to a well-set curled tail. Well covered hindquarters, good angulation, well boned body frame, legs and feet.    

2nd Capps, Capps, & Dunhill-Hall: Vormund Mega Man At

                                                                           Brackreef   

Smart nearly 3 yrs old red Japanese Shiba Inu male, displayed a handsome appearance overall, not much between winner and this exhibit to choose from in this class. A well-built exhibit, firm shapely outline showing off his lovely red coat. Good size and proportions throughout, had style plus good substance and muscle to body. Lovely head with good breed details, dark almond shaped eyes, good stop, flat skull, well erect ears, keen alert expression, jet black nose. Good shape to face and muzzle. Strong neck leading into a firm topline, good twist to tail, well developed front assembly, good depth to chest, plenty of heart room, tight elbows. Well-developed hindquarters used to power himself when on the move with lovely driving actions and clean front movement.     

AV Utility Veteran 7-9 yr old (8-2)

1st Stokes; Jaspalie Exceedingly Diva At Madsovtik

A very apply named exhibit a total diva, who knew it, just loved showing herself off so much, very much on her toes, carried herself so proudly on the move and standing, handler getting the best from her. A beautifully presented 7 yr old white Standard Poodle bitch. Feminine head, fine and long, well chiselled cheeks and muzzle, lovely dark pigmentation to black nose, dark almond shaped eyes and rims. Lovely long covered leathers framing her face well. Strong supportive neck carrying her head well, clean throat. Lovely profuse coat, good harsh textured well shaped. Good outline which she retained on the move, good frame and even proportions, well-muscled throughout. Pleasing angulations to front and hindquarters assemblies, kept a lovely level topline, used her tail well. On the move really flew around the ring with a lovely firm drive, showed a lovely side profile, pleased to award her Best Utility Veteran and delighted to see her win Best Veteran in Show.           

2nd Rice: Ricox All About Love JW ShCEx OSW VW

Another smart and eye catching 7 yr old Tibetan Spaniel bitch, shown in a lovely well-presented silver sable coat of good length, along with good furnishings to legs, feet, chest, and rear hindquarters. Attractive most appealing head and expression, sparkling dark eyes, full of interest. Good skull shape, well set dark oval eyes and rims, slight stop, good length to blunt muzzle, jet black nose, good chin, well feather leather framing her face, lovely black mask. Moderate length to neck supported onto good shoulders, good bowed front legs, lovely hare feet. Sound construction to front assembly, well put together body, plenty depth to chest, firm level topline, good tail set lovely, plumed tail carried well, used her sound hindquarters to drive and show off her personality and style.     

 3rd Manners: CH Chadbower Nevaeh Lahetti VW Schipperke

4th Evans: CH Hiswin Mystical Star Avec Simcha JW Chow Chow

VHC Cunningham: Cracker of YULYEONG (IMP Kor) Korean Jindo 

AV Utility Veteran 10 yrs and over (3)

1st Rice: CH Ricox Somebody To Love JW ShCM ShCEx VW OSW

Grand 10 yr old Tibetan Spaniel bitch, who I have judged before. Another real showgirl who just loves showing herself off, standing proudly carrying her head well. Showed off a lovely stylish profile who on the move showed a flawless flowing movement, with good co-ordination. She was in lovely bloom, well-presented gold coat, plenty of furnishings overall, full plumed tail carried well. Carried a proud head carriage, classic breed expression, lovely bright dark oval eyes, good shape to skull, well hung feathered ears contouring the side of her face. Slight stop, good shape to blunt muzzle, soft cushioning. A good flowing neck into a level topline, lovely well bodied body, plenty of heart room, good construction to the front frame, firm legs, hare feet. Presented a lovely picture standing and, on the move, showing her steady and sound driving movement.         

2nd Capps: Marilouvales Queen Elsa VW

Our birthday girl, 12 yrs today and showed the youngster a thing or two in how to be a lovely showgirl. A most delightful red Japanese Shiba Inu bitch, who belies her age, who loved her time in the ring. I love judging the veterans and have always said a good dog will last, and this young lady really is a credit to her owner. Attractive head and expression used her ears well, very alert, lovely bright dark almond shaped eyes, good broad flat skull, well defined stop, good length to muzzle, strong jaw, coal black nose. Firm strong well-muscled slightly arched neck, set into good withers, leading into a steady topline, and tail well set on. Lovely, mature body, good muscle tone throughout. Well boned, good legs and catlike feet, well angulated front and balanced hindquarters. On the move presented a lovely picture standing and, on the move, showing her accurate and steady sound movement.      

3RD Clare: Benoleo Brasilla VW Chow Chow

Utility Group

1st Copper: Copellastar Go With The Flo JW Miniature Schnauzer

This 2yr old bitch really stood out in the line-up, lovely clean outline and well presented. On the move showed off her sound type, and angulated construction, producing positive rear action. Stylish exhibit displayed a lovely ring temperament, lovely feminine head and expression, carried her head proudly on a clean-cut neckline, firm topline. Coat immaculate presented, in good condition and texture. Please to award her the Utility Group.        

2nd Penn: Dalfellin Agape At Dalarisa Dalmatian

Another well-presented exhibit, 5 yrs old bitch who had the real look at me attitude, in tip top condition, who was eager to show off her good points. On the move just covered the ground well with an effortless motion, free from any exaggerations, lovely angulations front and rear. Handler getting the best from her exhibit. Standing displayed a shapely outline and looked a picture. Pleased to award her Reserve in the Utility Group   

3rd Rice: Ricox I’ll Love You As You Are JW Tibetan Spaniel

4th Nash: Smoochabull The Siege JW Bulldog

Utility Puppy Group

1st Davies & Honey: Blue Blood Ambassador Way To Rock With Waterley (IMP SVK) Tibetan Terrier

2nd Manners & Scales: Roopec Oh Emm Gee (NBT) Schipperke

An eye catching 9-month-old black bitch with all the essentials who really stepped out around the ring showing off a really glamorous profile. Lovely black sheen to a well-conditioned coat, of good length. Most delightful little showgirl who handled well on the table, had a lovely outgoing character and temperament. Pleased to award her Reserve in the Utility Puppy Group.     

3rd Collier: Michandy Game Changer Miniature Poodle

4th Timms: Olijah Striptease French Bulldog

Judge Miss M Morrison

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