Bournemouth Canine Association

Bournemouth Canine Association Premier Open Show

Judge: Nataliya Davey (Klassna)

 | 6 August 2026 | New Park, Brockenhurst , Hampshire 

I would like to express my sincere thanks to the committee of Bournemouth Canine Association for inviting me to judge at their wonderful show. My appreciation also goes to the secretary and my stewards for their kindness, support and excellent organisation throughout the day.

The show was beautifully organised, with a delightful atmosphere, a wonderful selection of food and glorious weather, making the whole occasion even more enjoyable.

Above all, my heartfelt thanks go to all the exhibitors who entered their dogs under me. It was an absolute pleasure and a privilege to have the opportunity to go over your lovely dogs. I thoroughly enjoyed my day and greatly appreciated the sporting atmosphere and the kindness shown by everyone.

Shetland Sheepdog

Class 183 — Junior Dog or Bitch (3, 2a)

1st — Myter Moonlight Shadow (343)

A 13-month-old tricolour male of good size, presenting a beautiful outline and lovely coat. Well balanced throughout, with a pleasing head and expression and lovely ears. Moved freely around the ring. Still developing in chest, as one would expect at his age, and I am sure this will improve with maturity.

Class 184 — Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (5, 1a)

1st — Auberswell Star Trooper (341)

A very handsome two-year-old sable male, beautifully made and well balanced throughout. Lovely construction, with a truly correct front and rear. Beautifully laid neck flowing into a pleasing topline, complemented by a correct coat. Pleasant head, lovely eyes and expression. Moved freely around the ring and was very well handled.

2nd — Shadoway Escapade (339)

An attractive 18-month-old sable girl, very well balanced throughout, with a lovely outline and pleasing topline. Pleasant head and expression, presenting a beautiful silhouette. Moved freely around the ring. Still developing a little more width in front, which did not detract from her free movement or overall appearance. Very well presented.

Class 185 — Limit Dog or Bitch (2, 1a)

1st — Savendie Fortune Cookie For Shemella (344) — Reserve Best of Breed

A beautiful, feminine 18-month-old sable girl who really caught my eye. Very well balanced and beautifully constructed throughout, with excellent front and rear angulation, lovely parallel legs and good bone. Moved freely with excellent drive from behind, presenting a lovely picture both standing and on the move. Beautifully presented and shown. I absolutely loved this young lady and would only have wished for a little more coat on the day to complete the picture. Delighted to award her Reserve Best of Breed.

Class 186 — Open Dog or Bitch (5, 1a)

1st — Evad Lite Breeze (340) — Best of Breed

A really attractive sable male, almost six years old, with a stunning, lush appearance. Such a sweet head and expression, with beautiful, bright eyes and a glorious, richly coloured coat. Immaculately prepared and beautifully presented, he moved freely around the ring, showing himself to full advantage. A very handsome boy who completed the picture for me and was my delighted choice for Best of Breed.

2nd — Blemmerrow Ring Of Roses (345)

A lovely quality three-year-old girl of good size, beautifully balanced throughout. Nicely constructed, with good bone, lovely parallel legs and a level topline. Presented a graceful outline and was nicely shown and presented.

Rough Collie

Class 157 — Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (3, 1a)

1st — Serenlas Borrowed Heaven (299) — Best of Breed

A lovely feminine 2½-year-old sable bitch with a pleasing head and expression. Beautiful coat and harmonious construction throughout, with well-balanced front and rear angulation. Immaculately prepared and presented, she moved freely and effortlessly around the ring, showing herself to full advantage. A lovely, classy Collie who completed the picture for me and was my delighted choice for Best of Breed.

2nd — Gatgi Dream To Love (300) — Reserve Best of Breed

Another beautiful 2½-year-old sable bitch, feminine and graceful, with a sweet head, expressive eyes and a gentle expression. Of correct size and typical breed character, presenting an elegant overall picture. A charming girl who thoroughly deserved her Reserve Best of Breed award. Just preferred the movement of my winner today.

Border Collie

Class 148 — Puppy Dog or Bitch (4, 2a)

1st — Borderbrook Follow My Heart (287) — Best Puppy in Breed

A beautiful six-month-old girl with a lush appearance and a delightful temperament, behaving exceptionally well for one so young. Beautifully constructed, with excellent bone and well-balanced front and rear angulation. A very attractive head and sweet expression complete the picture. A charming young lady who impressed me greatly and was my delighted choice for Best Puppy in Breed.

2nd — Dollindaw Divine Delight (296)

An attractive 11-month-old girl of lovely working type, well constructed throughout, with strong bone and harmonious front and rear angulation. Moved beautifully around the ring, displaying free, sound movement.

Class 149 — Junior Dog or Bitch (4, 2a)

1st — Borderbrook Special Dream JW (286) — Reserve Best of Breed

A beautiful one-year-old girl with a typical breed outline, beautifully constructed throughout, with lovely parallel legs and well-balanced front and rear angulation. Her shiny coat added to her attractive appearance. Moved beautifully around the ring and was shown to full advantage. A charming young lady who thoroughly deserved her Reserve Best of Breed award.

2nd — Dollindaw Dolly Daydream (295)

Another beautiful young girl with so much to admire. Of attractive working type, with strong bone and well-balanced construction, complemented by harmonious angulation. A sweet head and expression, with a lovely coat completing the picture. A little unsettled at times, but once relaxed, she displayed free, flowing movement around the ring.

Class 150 — Graduate Dog or Bitch (3, 2a)

1st — Borderbrook Special Dream JW (286)

See Class 149.

Class 151 — Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (2, 0a)

1st — Shemella April Showers Of Dollindaw (293)

A beautiful four-year-old girl with a well-balanced outline and excellent proportions. Of ideal size, with a well-developed ribcage, attractive head and gentle expression. A delightful, friendly temperament added to her charm. Moved freely around the ring, presenting a lovely overall picture.

2nd — Shemella Sky Full Of Stars (292)

A beautiful 2½-year-old girl of correct size, with a lovely coat and pleasant head and expression. Stood beautifully for her handler, presenting an attractive outline, and moved well around the ring. A charming girl with much to admire.

Class 152 — Open Dog or Bitch (4, 1a)

1st — Art Of Blossom Drowned In Emotion Into Borderbrook (285) — Best of Breed

A truly handsome and striking two-year-old male with a gorgeous outline and lovely topline. Beautifully proportioned throughout, with an attractive head, expressive eyes and a delightful expression. Presented in a luxurious, lush coat and immaculately prepared. Exceptionally attentive to his handler, displaying powerful, driving movement around the ring. I absolutely loved the overall picture he presented. My delighted choice for Best of Breed.

2nd — Shemella Misty Morning (290)

Another beautiful representative of the breed, a four-year-old girl with a harmonious, well-balanced outline. Lovely parallel legs, a level topline and an attractive head with a sweet expression. Displayed free, flowing movement around the ring.

Chihuahua (Long Coat)

Class 82 — Puppy Dog or Bitch (3, 2a)

1st — Mujerosa A Little Tipple (194) — Best Puppy in Breed

A gorgeous seven-month-old boy, full of confidence and happiness, with delightful manners for one so young. Excellent breed type, with an attractive head, typical proportions and correct overall shape. Well constructed throughout, with balanced front and rear angulation and a level topline. High-set tail, carried beautifully over the back. Moved freely around the ring and stood attentively for his handler, showing himself to full advantage. Immaculately presented and a joy to judge. My delighted choice for Best Puppy in Breed.

Class 83 — Junior Dog or Bitch (3, 1a)

1st — Darnleys Barbie By Pinkcess (186)

A beautiful 16-month-old girl with an attractive head, expressive eyes and a sweet expression. Well-sized and correctly placed ears, a lovely level topline and balanced front and rear angulation. Presented a charming overall picture and moved freely around the ring.

2nd — Mujerosa Tooty Frooty (193)

A charming seven-month-old baby girl of correct size, displaying excellent balance and proportions for her age. Attractive eyes, lovely ears and a level topline, complemented by an elegant neck and a well-constructed front. Moved freely and confidently once settled. Still very much a baby, with plenty of time to mature. Wishing her all the very best for the future.

Class 84 — Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (2, 1a)

1st — Mujerosa Miss Tallulah JW (192) — Reserve Best of Breed

A 17-month-old girl of ideal size, well balanced and nicely constructed throughout. Pleasing head, expressive eyes and beautifully shaped, well-placed ears. Harmonious proportions, with everything fitting neatly together. Nice tail carriage. Moved happily and freely around the ring. Well presented. Pleased to award her Reserve Best of Breed.

Class 85 — Open Dog or Bitch (4, 2a)

1st — Mujerosa Lucky For Me JW (191) — Best of Breed

A very attractive three-year-old male of excellent breed type, with a happy, outgoing temperament. Attentive to his handler and clearly enjoying his time in the ring. Well balanced throughout and of ideal size. Nicely proportioned head, well-shaped ears and large, sparkling eyes, beautifully placed, creating a typical breed expression. Correct dentition. Well-constructed front and rear, pleasing length of neck and high-set tail carried well over the back. Moved freely with nice action and a cheerful attitude. My delighted choice for Best of Breed.

2nd — Amtula Absolutely Fabulous (198)

A pretty 14-month-old girl with a happy, outgoing personality. A little unsettled on the table initially, but quickly regained her confidence and showed herself well. Nice front, well-constructed body and free movement. A pleasant little lady with much to like.

Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)

Class 87 — Junior Dog or Bitch (3, 0a)

1st — Davixity Ay Papi At Mujerosa JW (204) — Best of Breed

A very pretty 14-month-old male, well balanced throughout, with a beautiful, well-proportioned head, pleasing muzzle and attractive apple dome. Large, sparkling eyes, beautifully placed, complemented by well-sized, correctly positioned ears, creating a delightful expression. Moved freely around the ring with lovely tail carriage. Very well presented. My choice for Best of Breed.

2nd — Amtula Murder She Wrote (206)

An attractive 18-month-old girl of lovely breed type, well balanced throughout, with pleasing front and rear construction and a level topline. A little unsettled on the table initially, but quickly regained her confidence and, once settled, displayed free movement around the ring.

Class 88 — Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (2, 0a)

1st — Frapachi Once Upon A Dream At Emgarchis (IKC) (203) — Reserve Best of Breed

A beautiful 18-month-old male of ideal size, well balanced throughout, with a pleasing head, nicely shaped muzzle, large expressive eyes and lovely, well-shaped ears, correctly positioned. Good front and rear angulation, nice reach of neck and a level topline, presenting a harmonious outline. Very well presented and a worthy Reserve Best of Breed winner.

2nd — Rotmor Pure In Heart Per Picklesberry (202)

Another attractive two-year-old girl with a pretty head, lovely eyes and well-shaped ears, all combining to give her a charming breed expression. Slightly larger than my winner, but still within the breed standard. Nicely constructed front and rear, with strong bone and parallel legs. Well balanced throughout, she moved freely around the ring, behaved beautifully and stood attentively for her handler.

Miniature Pinscher

Class 110 — Junior Dog or Bitch (3, 2a)

1st — Alcarazita Conrad Gates (247) — Best of Breed

A striking and elegant Miniature Pinscher with a smart, well-balanced outline and a proud, confident carriage. Particularly admired his compact, well-proportioned body and graceful appearance. Beautiful head with dark, oval-shaped eyes and high-set ears of pleasing shape, giving a keen, alert expression. Moved freely around the ring, presenting a stylish overall picture. Immaculately presented and shown to full advantage. My delighted choice for Best of Breed.

Class 111 — Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (2, 1a)

1st — Alcarazita Conrad Gates (247)

See Class 110.

Class 112 — Open Dog or Bitch (2, 1a)

1st — Dobenar Leonidas (246) — Reserve Best of Breed

Another handsome three-year-old male of ideal size, very well balanced throughout. Beautiful head with dark eyes, an appealing expression and well-set ears. Pleasing reach of neck flowing into a level topline, with a well-developed ribcage, nicely constructed front and rear and lovely parallel legs. His sleek, glossy coat added to his elegant appearance. A fine representative of the breed. Obviously preferred the superior alertness of my winner today. Delighted to award him Reserve Best of Breed.