Judge: Dr S. L. Hemstock
My sincere thanks to the City of Birmingham Canine Association for the invitation to judge and for their excellent organisation and warm hospitality throughout the day. I would also like to extend my particular thanks to my stewards, Tony and Cathy Jenkins, whose efficiency, professionalism and good humour ensured the day ran smoothly and were very much appreciated.
In terms of general observations, there were several encouraging trends within the entry. I was pleased to see only a small number of faulty mouths, very few exhibits showing sickle hocks, and a high proportion of dogs moving soundly with legs parallel when viewed from front or rear. Movement overall was a strength, with very few dogs moving close behind, which was gratifying to see. I was also pleased with the depth of quality in many classes, and all my placings had good qualities.
That said, we have to take the rough with the smooth, and there are areas of concern which I feel should be highlighted. Narrow fronts were evident in a number of exhibits, often accompanied by a shelly outline with insufficient depth of brisket, along with a general lack of substance and bone in some cases. This is particularly worrying trend in a breed where strength, power and width are fundamental. The Bulldog and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are the only breeds traditionally shown front-on to the judge, specifically because a wide, well boned front is a defining characteristic of each individual breed. The clues are in the SBT breed standard… Forequarters: Legs straight and well boned, set rather wide apart… Body: … wide front, deep brisket… When the width of the front is the same, or a little more than the width of the head, this is a serious deviation from the Breed Standard and does not represent the blend of Bull and Terrier ideally required. Narrow fronts tended to be accompanied by forward or inward facing forefeet – not turning slightly outwards as described by the Breed Standard.
Equally concerning were fronts where the forelegs appeared to come from underneath the brisket rather than being correctly placed at each corner of the dog. A Stafford should give the impression of a leg at every corner, not of the front legs emerging too close together — or, as my friend Sue aptly puts it, “as though both front legs are coming out of the same hole.” This construction detracts from both the strength and stability required and should be guarded against.
In view of these construction faults, I have used the term “stable base” in my critiques to refer to the security and efficiency with which a dog is correctly supported on its legs and feet, both when standing and when moving. It is shorthand for correct construction, allowing strength to be carried and used effectively, as required by the Breed Standard.
I also noted small, rectangular nostrils, often accompanied by short muzzles, which is undesirable and contrary to correct breed type.
These points are raised constructively and with the future of the breed in mind, in the hope that emphasis will continue to be placed on correct construction, soundness and true Staffordshire Bull Terrier type.
SBD (4, 1)
1st: WALBEY, Miss Nikita Tyneview Rizzius Lusso
Handsome brindle and white dog with good bone and substance, presenting a balanced and workmanlike outline. Pleasing head with correct proportions and a typical, honest expression. Straight front with good width and plenty of bone, giving excellent depth of brisket. Compact, well-knit body with level topline and correct ribbing. Well-constructed hindquarters complete the picture. Moved soundly and steadily, holding his shape on the move. Well presented and handled. A very standard dog with much to like. Best SB.
2nd: WILKIE, Miss Justine Geordiestaff Toon Army Attractive brindle dog who is very standard in all departments. Correct head and expression, straight front with adequate bone, and a well-proportioned body with good depth and rib. Soundly constructed with no exaggerations. Moved well and handled confidently. Preferred the substance of the winner today, but this dog has many good qualities.
3rd: SHEPHERD, Miss Marie Harlivstaff Captain Coady
VD (4, 1)
A privilege to go over all these quality veterans.
1st: LEWIS, Mrs Jayne & LEWIS, Mr Karl Ch Biggleswick Splash Of Ginge. Outstanding red dog with black mask, 10 years old and in exceptional condition. Full of breed type with strength, substance and balance still very much evident. Excellent head and expression, strong and masculine without exaggeration. Wide front with straight, well-boned forelegs and good depth of brisket, giving a powerful and correct outline. Compact, well-knit body with level topline and good ribbing. Strong, well-defined hindquarters. Moved soundly and with drive, clearly enjoying his time in the ring. A lovely dog, whose condition and overall presence gave him the edge today. Best Veteran in Breed.
2nd: JORDAN, Mrs R S J Ch Dazmarnic Know Wot I Mean JW Sh.CM. Exceptional red dog of 7 years, close up to the winner and pushing him hard. Typical head and expression with plenty of breed type throughout. Soundly constructed with good bone, balanced proportions and correct depth through the body. Moved soundly as described by the Breed Standard, and held his shape on the move. Little between these two quality veterans, but on the day I preferred the exceptional condition and overall finish of the winner. Well presented and handled.
3rd: FAIRHURST, Mr Stephen & FAIRHURST, Mrs Melanie Fairlenium's Iron Man
MPD (4, 1)
1st: GUTIERREZ GONZALEZ, Mr David & HIRST, Mr Neil Dusklight Small Town Boy At Maskalon. Attractive red and white pied puppy who gave a very pleasing overall impression. Still very much a baby, but everything was as expected for one of this age. Correct head and expression, developing along the right lines. Straight front with good width for his age, enough bone and depth of brisket, and a compact body. Hindquarters appropriate for age. Moved steadily and confidently for a youngster, holding his shape. Well presented and handled. A promising puppy for the future.
2nd: HEFFERNAN, Mr Paul E. Charbill Vermillion Boy. Red puppy with many pleasing attributes. Correct head and expression, developing well for his age. Soundly constructed and honest to go over. Moved soundly, but did not go as well as the winner today, which decided the placing. Nicely presented and handled.
3rd: BOULTON & HAYTON, Miss & Mr A & C Dusklight White Heat
PD (6)
1st: BASSFORD-LANE, Mr & Mrs J Jojalane I Drink Wine. Attractive red and white puppy of good overall type. Sound and balanced all through with nothing exaggerated. Pleasing head and expression, straight front with good width and bone, and correct depth of brisket. Compact, well-knit body with level topline and correctly constructed hindquarters. What set him apart today was his excellent condition; very fit with good muscular definition for his age, which gave him the edge. Moved soundly and confidently, holding his shape. Well presented and handled expertly to BPD & BP in breed.
2nd: COLAS, Mr Aurélien Victim Of'love Sweet Dream Stafford. Attractive fawn and white puppy with black mask, very similar in make and shape to the winner. Pleasing head and expression, very good front with correct width, straight forelegs and excellent feet. Body developing well with good proportions. Still very much a baby at this stage, very exuberant, but just lacking the finish and definition of 1st today. Moved soundly when settled. A really excellent future prospect.
3rd: MILLER, Mrs Emma & MILLER, MR A Skyland Tilikum
JD (9,1)
1st: JENNINGS, Ms Lynda Elitebull Valentine Jw. Attractive red and white pied dog with enough bone and substance, presenting a balanced and very standard outline. Excellent front construction with good width, straight forelegs and strong pasterns with correctly placed feet, giving him a solid base. Compact, well-knit body with correct depth of brisket and firm topline. Hindquarters well-made and in balance. Exceptional movement, free, parallel and powerful, with plenty of drive from the rear, which won his placing today. Shown in good condition and handled well.
2nd:WALSH, Mr Mark & LLOYD, Miss Karen Geordiestoon Defiant Boy For Weorc. Handsome brindle and white dog with plenty to like. Loved his bone and substance, giving a strong and masculine appearance. Good head and expression, wide front with straight forelegs and good depth of brisket. Well-made body with correct proportions and sound hindquarters. Moved soundly and true, but did not show the same drive and purpose on the move as the winner today. Well presented and handled.
3rd: MARTINEZ, Mr Isidoro & MARTINEZ, MR JOSE RAMON Bullbrothers Timelord
YD (10,1)
A really good class for depth of quality.
1st: HEATH, Ms Ann Jodel's Khalif. Plenty of breed type and definitely my cup of tea. Strong, well-knit red dog presented in superb, ripped condition, exactly as they should be. Full of strength and substance without any exaggeration. Excellent, wide front with straight, well-boned forelegs, correct pasterns and well-placed feet giving a very solid base. Compact body with good depth of brisket, correct ribbing and level topline. Well-defined, muscular hindquarters. Very sound movement, parallel fore and aft, free and purposeful. A very standard dog who impressed for construction, condition and overall balance.
2nd:CUSHLEY, Mr Stephen Bullbrothers Montecristo. Correct blend of Bull and Terrier. Super red and white dog with many qualities to admire. Pleasing head and expression, good front construction and balanced outline. Soundly made with correct proportions throughout and good depth through the body. Moved soundly and held his shape well. Little between these two quality dogs, but on the day I preferred the substance and overall condition and finish of the winner. Well presented and handled.
3rd: THOMAS, Mrs K & Mr S Yvette Biggleswick Devils Dream
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1st: MARTINEZ, Mr Isidoro & MARTINEZ, MR JOSE RAMON Bullbrothers The Navigator. Attractive brindle and white dog who presents a very pleasing overall picture. Good blend of Bull and Terrier, exactly as I like to see, with strength and balance and nothing exaggerated. Excellent substance with a lovely, wide front, straight well-boned forelegs and good depth of brisket. Compact, well-knit body with firm topline and well-defined, muscular hindquarters. Moved soundly and freely, holding his shape on the move. Shown in hard condition and handled well. A very standard dog with much to admire.
2nd:PAGAN, Mr Ben & SAKTI, Miss Anna Oriana Bullred Huntsman Seer. Gorgeous brindle dog with plenty of quality and breed-type. Honest and sound in all departments with correct construction throughout and no exaggerations. Pleasing head and expression, good front and balanced outline. Moved well and was well presented. On the day, I preferred the hard condition and substance of the winner, which decided the placing.
3rd: JAMIESON-BRAMLEY, Mrs Dawn Tyneview Etna Nero.
PGD (4)
1st: ROBINSON, Mr H & ROBINSON, Mrs M A & ROBINSON-COX Hamason Sweet Little Mystry JW. Attractive red and white dog who appealed to me greatly. Very well put together with plenty of breed type and a balanced, workmanlike outline. Typical head and expression, correct wide front with straight, well-boned forelegs, strong pasterns, correct feel placement and good depth of brisket. Compact, well-knit body with level topline and correctly constructed hindquarters. Very good movement, balanced and parallel, showing soundness and purpose throughout. Shown in good condition and handled well. A dog I liked a lot.
2nd: HALL, Mrs L Geordiestaff Local Hero. Handsome black brindle and white dog with many good qualities. Pleasing head and expression, strong body, compact, and excellent hindquarters giving good power from behind. Good front construction, but I preferred the depth and width of 1st. Moved soundly and true, but did not show the same flow on the move as 1st today. Well presented and handled.
3rd: LLOYD, Mrs Angela & LLOYD, Mr Scott Kalostaff Es Lo Que Es JW
LD (13, 1)
Super depth of quality in this class. Some exceptionally good dogs went unplaced.
1st: WILSON, Mr J L & RODGERS, Miss D J Beinn A Bhuird With Azzgem. Stunning red and white dog who I absolutely loved. Full of breed type with width, substance and balance in abundance. Excellent head and expression, strong and masculine without exaggeration, immediately catching the eye. His front is outstanding – wide, powerful and exactly as described in the Breed Standard, with straight, well-boned forelegs, strong pasterns and well-placed feet. Compact, well-knit body with good depth of brisket and firm topline, complemented by strong, well-defined hindquarters. His overall presence reminded me very much of the Ch. brothers Redstaff King and The Malasa Mauler. Exceptional movement – free, powerful and balanced with excellent flow and drive. Shown in super condition and handled well to RCC. A dog of Champion quality who I strongly considered for the CC.
2nd: MAYREN, Mr Andrew & MAYREN, Miss Paige & MAYREN, M Fergiestaffs Polar Bear Jw. Super red and white pied dog who I also really admired. Full of breed type with a balanced outline and many qualities I like. Excellent head, pronounced cheek muscles, typical expression. Muscular, correct short neck leading to well laid shoulders. Strong body and sound construction throughout. Typical front, correct brisket and well-sprung rib. Both dogs showed exceptional movement, balanced, parallel, and powerful, but today the strength and commanding presence of 1st decided the placing. Well presented and handled.
3rd: LOWE, Mr Thomas Andrew & KAUR-HAYRE, Miss Rebecca Big Man On Mac Dui Shawrigg JW.
OD (9,1)
1st: HART, Mrs A & HALIFAX, Mr S Ch Jackstaff Made A Boy For Albermarbull. Wow!! Red and white pied. Perfect blend of bull and terrier for me. Loved his well-knit frame, and his strength, bone. In my head, my late Mum was saying "He looks top size", but I thought "He's unexaggerated with exceptional balance and breed type - all else is as described by the breed standard with nothing over-done", and we he agreed he was the best!! Excellent head, masculine and well-chiselled, with a dark eye and superb expression set off by neat rose ears. Correct short, muscular neck flowing into well-laid shoulders. Forequarters correctly proportioned, legs straight and well boned with feet turning out as they should, giving him a powerful and stable base. Compact, close-coupled body with ample width, rib and depth of brisket. Strong, well-defined hindquarters with good bend of stifle. Balanced angulations front and rear produced sound, parallel movement with strength, purpose and complete economy of effort, which won him the CC. In his class he stood out for me on overall type, balance, and soundness of construction, and could not be denied. A truly outstanding dog and a very worthy Best of Breed.
2nd: SHELDON, Miss Lara Ch Kamaristaffs Royal Ransom At Bowtman Jw. Quality black brindle dog who is a worthy Champion. Excellent substance, bone and condition, presenting a strong, balanced and very standard outline with nothing exaggerated. Masculine head with correct proportions and a typical expression, strong neck into well-laid shoulders. Wide front with straight, well-boned forelegs and good depth of brisket. Compact, well-knit body with ample rib and firm topline, strong and well-defined hindquarters. Moved soundly and true, but on the day the handler did not quite get the best out of him, which affected his presentation when standing. A dog of real quality.
3rd: STANWAY, Mr Mrs Pt Ea Waystaff Strikes Mayhem Ai.
GCD (1)
1st: COCKERAM, Mrs Claire Jean Bullybranch Clever Coal. Attractive red dog who presented a pleasing and honest overall picture. Good breed type with a balanced outline, correct proportions and sound construction throughout. Pleasing head and expression, straight front with adequate width and bone, and a compact, well-knit body. Moved soundly and steadily, holding his shape well. Well presented and handled, showing himself to advantage and fully deserving of his placing.
SBB (6)
1st: TURNER, Ms B On The Hill Two At Tidestaff. Gorgeous veteran brindle bitch who presented a very pleasing picture. Feminine throughout with correct proportions and good breed type and exuberant character. Attractive head with a typical, kind expression, straight front with good width and bone, and a compact, well-knit body with plenty of brisket. Soundly constructed in all departments. Balanced and sound movement, which won her the class. Well presented and handled, showing herself to advantage.
2nd: SMITH, Dr Sonia Koko The Queen. Attractive black brindle and white bitch with a pleasing overall outline. Feminine in type with good proportions and sound construction throughout. Correct head and expression, straight front with adequate width and bone, and a well-knit body with good depth of brisket. Moved soundly and steadily, holding her shape on the move, but not the drive and exuberance of 1st. Well presented and handled; a nice example who pushed the winner today.
3rd: BELL, Miss Georgia J & O’BRIEN, Mr Jordan Sparkstaff Worlds End
VB (6, 1)
Overall, this was a lovely veteran class and a real pleasure to judge. It was heartening to see bitches of such quality still enjoying their day in the ring, presented in excellent condition and moving so soundly. These veterans are a credit to their owners and a testament to correct construction, soundness and longevity of the breed.
1st: HOPKINS, Mrs Christine & HOPKINS, mr Stephen Raspberry Ripple Of Spirit Staffs To Trufflestaff. Quality red bitch of 7 years who I have admired from a very young age and still love as a veteran. Really excellent for type and construction, presenting a balanced and very standard outline with nothing exaggerated. Feminine head with correct proportions and a typical expression. Wide front with straight, well-boned forelegs and good depth of brisket, compact and well-knit body with firm topline and ample rib. Strong, well-defined hindquarters. Moved soundly and with purpose, holding her shape. A wonderful example of the breed who continues to impress.
2nd: BOULTON & HAYTON, Miss & Mr A & C Albermarbull Moulin Rouge At Dusklight. Red bitch of 13 years presented in stunning condition for her age. Full of quality and breed type, honest and sound in construction with strength and balance still evident. Pleasing head and expression, good front and depth through the body, and well-constructed hindquarters. Moved steadily and true, clearly enjoying her time in the ring. A real credit to her owner to have her looking and performing so well at this age.
3rd: TURNER, Ms B On The Hill Two At Tidestaff
MPB (9, 2)
I always enjoy judging Minor Puppy Bitch, as they so affectionate, settling happily under the hands and showing that wonderful Stafford temperament - always more giddy at this age than the boys!
1st: CORTI, Miss G Bickinstar Ice Glow. Attractive red and white puppy of almost 9 months with super construction for her age. Very pleasing overall outline with good width of front, straight, well-boned forelegs and good depth of brisket. Feminine head with a typical, kind expression. Compact, well-knit body developing along the right lines with firm topline and correct hindquarters. Moved freely and confidently, showing better drive than the rest of the class, which secured her the win today. Well presented and handled. A promising young bitch.
2nd: SOUTHWORTH, Mrs & Mr Wynny & Robert Valglo Tigerlily With Staffmaster. Pretty and very feminine black brindle and white puppy of almost 9 months with pleasing markings presenting a nice overall picture. Good in all departments, with correct proportions and sound construction. Head developing well, lovely expression, with eyes that melt your soul. Straight front with adequate width and bone, compact body and well-made hindquarters. Moved soundly, but I preferred the drive and purpose of the winner today. Nicely presented and handled.
3rd: HEFFERNAN, Mr Paul E. Charbill Queen Of Heart's
PB (2)
1st: GEFFROY, Mr Stéphane Vicky Staffords Slim Precious. Attractive and feminine red and white bitch, almost 12 months old, presenting a very pleasing overall picture. Excellent front with good width, straight, well-boned forelegs and impressive depth of brisket. Feminine head with correct proportions and a typical expression. Compact, well-knit body with firm topline and well-constructed hindquarters. Excellent movement, free, balanced and purposeful, which secured her the win today. Well presented and handled.
2nd: PETTS, Mrs Rachel Arkenstaff Shes The One. Black brindle bitch of 11 months with many pleasing qualities. Good head and expression with correct proportions. Soundly constructed with a balanced outline and good overall shape. Moved well, but on the day I preferred the greater bone, substance and overall movement of the winner. Nicely presented and handled.
JB (11,1)
1st: GABEL, Mr Patrick Abracadabra Bombarda Of Spirit Staff`s. Quality red bitch with black mask of 17 months who really appealed to me. Ideal old-school head and expression for my eye. Reminded me of Ch. Rocellio Miss Supreme. Archetypal feminine head and skull – short and deep through, broad between the ears with very pronounced cheek muscles, distinct stop and correctly proportioned foreface. Typical forequarters with straight, well-boned forelegs and tidy feet turning out as they should, giving a solid and correct front. Well-balanced body with good depth of brisket and firm topline. Balanced and sound movement throughout, holding her shape with ease. Handled expertly to Best Junior in Breed.
2nd: BANNER, Mrs Neata Marie & BANNER, Mr John Geordiestaff Hadaway Pet. Brindle and white bitch of 17 months with much to admire. Exceptional head and skull with an archetypal expression. Typical forequarters, straight, strong and well-boned with correct width. Well-developed body, powerful in outline with good spring of rib and ample brisket, complemented by well-developed, muscular and correctly constructed hindquarters. Sound on the move, but today I preferred the drive and overall flow of the winner. Well presented and handled.
3rd: STANWAY, Mr Mrs Pt Ea Waystaff Causing Mayhem.
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1st: WINDSOR SMITH, Mrs N Remstaff Phenomenon. Gorgeous red and white bitch of 18 months with plenty of breed type and a very pleasing overall picture. Excellent head, beautifully set off by the neatest of rose ears, round dark eyes and a typical expression. Soundly constructed throughout with no exaggerations. Straight front with good bone, substance and width, clean and muscular shoulders, compact and well-knit body with depth of brisket and firm topline. Muscular hindquarters complete the picture. Outstanding movement – legs moving parallel when viewed from front or rear with clear, discernible drive, which won her the class today. Pushed hard in the challenge and rightly so.
2nd: ROSE, Ms Martel Donna Kodaknott Miracle Girl At Aurwilstaffs. Very classy red and white bitch with black mask, full of quality and breed type. Compact and powerful with good substance, strength and balance throughout. Exceptional head and skull with correct proportions and expression. Typical forequarters, straight and strong with enough bone, and a well-developed body with correct ribbing. Soundly constructed and honest to go over. Moved well, but today I preferred the overall movement and drive of the winner. Well presented and handled.
3rd: ADDISON, Mr Guy Hammystaff Shape Of You At Guyad JW
GB (7, 1)
1st: BATTEN, Mrs Vivienne & BATTEN, Mr Peter Trawden Summer Breeze. Exceptional red and white pied bitch who I absolutely loved. She immediately appealed for her outstanding balance, substance and overall quality, presenting a picture of a truly standard Staffordshire Bull Terrier with nothing exaggerated. Beautifully proportioned head and skull with correct stop and expression. Excellent forequarters with a wide, powerful front, straight, well-boned forelegs and strong pasterns, giving correct depth of brisket and a very solid base. Compact, well-knit body with ample rib and firm topline. Strong, well-developed hindquarters complete the picture. Her movement was first class – free, powerful and balanced, legs moving parallel when viewed from front or rear with discernible drive and excellent economy of effort. Shown in superb condition and handled to advantage. She stood out for me on overall quality and soundness and I was more than happy to award her the RCC, and that means she has the qualities to be a Champion.
2nd: HOPKINS, Mrs Christine & HOPKINS, mr Stephen Trufflestaff Nyekundu Itri. Quality red bitch with black mask who I also admired greatly. Very feminine in outlook and full of breed type with a pleasing, balanced outline. Excellent head and expression, typical of the breed. Straight front with good bone and sound construction throughout, just enough brisket, compact body and well-developed hindquarters. Moved soundly and held her shape well. On the day, she just did not have the same depth of brisket or overall strength and substance as the winner, which decided the placing on the day. Well presented and handled.
3rd: SMITH, Dr Sonia Koko The Queen
PGB (6)
1st: HOPKINS, Mrs Christine & HOPKINS, mr Stephen Trufflestaff Nyekundu Itri.
2nd: MOFFAT, Mr Paul & MOFFAT, Mrs Jenn Glenskyra Arran Aurora For Kargonstaffs JW. Beautiful brindle bitch who immediately appealed for her femininity. Very pretty, well-proportioned head with a soft, typical expression that caught the eye. Soundly constructed with a balanced outline, straight forequarters with adequate bone, and a compact, well-knit body with correct depth and ribbing. Well-made hindquarters complete the picture. Moved soundly and steadily, holding her shape well. A lovely bitch of good quality who was well presented and handled.
3rd: ROSE, Ms Martel Donna Kodaknotts Boo Hoo At Aurwilstaffs
LB (13, 4)
1st: HERON, Miss D Dilirystaff Fangtastic. Attractive brindle and white bitch who really appealed to me and ultimately stood out as my CC bitch on the day. She has great personality and demands attention the moment she enters the ring, combining ring presence with true breed type. Excellent front construction with correct width, straight, well-boned forelegs and impressive depth of brisket, giving a powerful and stable base. Beautifully balanced throughout with substance, strength and symmetry, yet nothing exaggerated. Compact, well-knit body with ample rib and firm topline, complemented by strong, well-defined hindquarters. Won this class on her soundness and consistently good movement – free, flowing and balanced, with legs moving parallel fore and aft and discernible drive. Shown in excellent condition and handled to advantage. A bitch of real quality and one I admired greatly.
2nd: FLETCHER, Mr M J & SEEDHOUSE, Miss A M Fairlenium Nordic Queen At Granitangel. Lovely brindle and white pied bitch who is very much my cup of tea. Presents a pleasing, balanced outline with a good blend of Bull and Terrier and nothing exaggerated. Feminine head and expression, sound forequarters and a compact, well-knit body with correct proportions. Once settled, she moved very soundly, showing good balance and purpose. Initially she took off like a rocket, which disrupted her flow, and this cost her today against a very good moving winner. Presented in good fettle and handled well; a quality bitch with much to admire.
3rd: SMITH, Mr Kevin Dringshaws Girl On Fire
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This was an excellent class with real depth of quality throughout. I was pleased to see so many bitches of true breed type, soundly constructed with good substance, correct fronts and strong movement. Several could change places on another day, and it was a genuine pleasure to judge such a competitive and high-quality class.
1st: HAMILTON & MURPHY, Miss & Mr T & R Ch Bonnie Lass Of Angels Peak Shawrigg Jw. Stunning red and white bitch who has everything I like in abundance. Full of breed type with strength, balance and substance, yet completely unexaggerated. Beautiful head and expression, feminine yet powerful, with correct proportions throughout. Excellent front with good width, straight, well-boned forelegs and correct depth of brisket, giving a strong and stable base. Compact, well-knit body with ample rib and firm topline, complemented by strong, well-developed hindquarters. Moved soundly and freely with balance and purpose. A very worthy Champion, she ultimately lost out in the challenge due to not being in quite the hard condition of the winners on the day, but nonetheless a bitch of outstanding quality and one I admire greatly.
2nd: THOMAS, Mrs K & Mr S Yvette Tilicious Whatever At Biggleswick. Exceptional and very attractive red and white bitch of real quality. Full of breed type with a balanced, workmanlike outline and nothing exaggerated. Beautiful feminine head and expression, straight front with good bone and substance, and a compact, well-knit body with correct depth and ribbing. Strong, well-constructed hindquarters. Moved well and held her shape on the move, but today I preferred the drive, power and overall presence of the winner. Very well presented and handled; a bitch of genuine merit.
3rd: HAMMOND, Mrs Sian Marie & HAMMOND, Mr Jarrod Ch Hammystaff Hot Love JW
GCB (1)
1st: OMALLEY, Miss Louise Thebilecious Te Amo Atlomstaffs. Lovely red bitch who presented a very sound and honest picture. Good breed type with a balanced outline, straight front with adequate width and bone, and a compact, well-knit body. Moved soundly and steadily, holding her shape well throughout. Well presented and handled, fully deserving of her placing.