Championship Show 2021
The North of England Bearded Collie Club
Championship Show 26 August 2021
Best In Show - Sandra Taylor (Judge)
As I was a founder member of ‘Nebcol’ I was delighted to be invited to judge Best in Show at their 30th Anniversary Championship Show.
Sadly the event was delayed a year due to the pandemic, therefore the Committee made the brave decision to incorporate the show into this year’s Pastoral Day at Driffield Championship Show, something which, I’m sure, judging by the friendly atmosphere, many exhibitors appreciated.
Judging took place as soon as was practical and thanks to the hard work of Lesley Tomlinson and her committee the event ran smoothly and everyone managed to get away at a reasonable time. Congratulations to all concerned.
I awarded Best in Show to Lewis and Moreland’s Potterdale Precious Rose with Garrity & Tibbett’s Potterdale Andante being Reserve Best in Show and Best Opposite Sex. Best Puppy was Harcourt- Brown’s Farmarens Imperial Highness at Orora (Imp Swe) and Best Veteran was Pedder’s Ch. Caldermist Kiss in the Dark.
Left to Right: D Moreland & Janet Lewis with Potterdale Precious Rose, Bitch Judge Anne Wilding, BIS Judge Sandra Taylor, Sarah Collins handling Potterdale Andante, owner John Garrity, Dog Judge Alan Hosie, Bryony Harcourt-Brown with Farmarens Imperial Highness at Orora and Angela Pedder with Ch Caldermist Kiss In The Dark JW ShCM
Dogs - Alan Hosie (Judge)
First my thanks go to the NEBCOL Committee for their invitation to judge dogs and award tickets for the first time at their Championship Show.
On the day they gave me a warm welcome and made sure I was well looked after. Also, a huge thanks to my two stewards who provided excellent assistance to me throughout such a cold day.
Unfortunately, we were not blessed with good conditions for showing Beardies. There was an extremely cold blustery wind blowing all afternoon, the ring was a bit rutted and there appeared to be morsels of food left in the grass. These conditions made it extremely difficult for handlers and dogs to show at their best. This was particularly the case in the early classes. I feel sure that with more benign conditions and no food lying around many of the dogs would have performed better and many of the placings could be changed. So many thanks to exhibitors for turning out on the day.
Almost wholly the dogs all had proper scissors bite, coats of correct texture, good depth and decent length of rib. But a number were too straight in the shoulder with some showing a lack of sufficient length in upper arm. Also, the hocks were too long in a number of cases. All of that said I was very pleased with the overall balance of exhibits on the day.
Minor Puppy Dog Entries 4 Absentees 0
1. Mrs B and Mr K Handley - Bargemon Brigadoon at Barkenbear. BP
7 month dark slate who, in difficult conditions, was the most settled in the class. Good head, deep chest with proper shape, good lay back of shoulder, lovely expression coming from dark eye matching coat and sizing up nicely.
2. Mrs E Ayrton - Aoibh Drummer Boy
I liked this 6 month old boy on the stand his top line is excellent just not as settled as the class winner on the move. Good front set-up with balanced rear, eye matching coat, head of proper proportions, nice hocks and good length and depth of chest.
3. Mrs M Taylor – Megamaree Follow that Star
8 month old very dark slate who gave his handler a difficult time today. Looked balanced front and rear, good head with eye matching coat, and good length of rib. He just needs to heighten up a touch to provide a more balanced overall picture.
Puppy Dog Entries 5 Absentees 0
1.Mrs B and Mr K Handley- Bargemon Brigadoon at Barkenbear.
2.Mrs D Beech- Dychix Never Ending Story
11 month old plain very dark slate, masculine without coarseness, good length and depth of rib, good lay of shoulder, strong head of correct proportions, good top line. It was a very close decision between 1 and 2 here, on the day just preferred the overall picture of 1.
3.Alexanders and Leckenby’s – Kiltondale Cherokee.
10 month old slate, good head dimensions, eye matching coat, good lay of shoulder, decent length of rib but just not as settled as 1 and 2. More settled in his subsequent class.
Veteran Dog Entries 4 Absentees 1
1.Mrs A Pedder- Ch. Caldermist Kiss in the Dark JW ShCM
Lovely quality dark slate 7year old. He is so balanced front and rear and his fluid movement demonstrates this so well. Head of correct proportions with lovely expression from his dark eyes, good length, depth and correct shape to ribs, nice well let down hocks. BVD and BVIS.
2.Mrs D Beech- Dychix Meet Joe Black
Nearly 9 years old, very masculine boy but no coarseness here. Strong head, dark eye matching his dark coat, wonderful fore-chest and accompanying deep chest. Good length of rib and good lay of shoulder. I just preferred the movement of 1 today.
3.Mr and Mrs D Curry – Davankirk Bromley Main
7 year old slate who really did give his handler a difficult time both standing and on the move. Good depth of chest, eye colour matching coat and decent length of rib.
Junior Dog Entries 5 Absentees 1
1.Garrity and Tibbetts- Potterdale Gorgeous George
This boy took my eye from the moment I saw him move. He looks right from any angle with correct length to height and moves with both power and fluidity. Strong head of correct proportions, lovely lay of shoulder with good length of upper arm which is balanced with his rear assembly. Good fore-chest and length of rib. He was very much in my thoughts for the top awards today.
2.Alexander and Leckenby- Kiltondale Cherokee.
3.Mrs.P Buchanan-Hislop- Ciopar Celtic Cherokee.
A bit unsettled today which meant he didn’t really make the best of himself. A lighter slate with eye matching coat and head of good proportions. Good length of rib and depth of chest.
Yearling Dog Entries 2 Absentees 1
1.Whelan and Young- Kelkary Cruisin Blue Skies at Corimist (Imp.)
Very eye catching blue boy who was so well presented. Liked his overall shape and balance. He has a strong but balanced head with lovely arch to neck into well laid shoulder. Good length to rib and strong loin. He moved out well.
Novice Dog Entries 5 Absentees 0
1.Garrity and Tippetts- Potterdale Gorgeous George
2.Mrs. B and Mr. K Handley-Bargemon Brigadoon at Barkenbear
3.Mrs. D Beech Dychix Never Ending Story
Graduate Dog Entries 8 Absentees 0
1.Mrs. J Wood- Pepperjay Bartholomew JW
Quite a plain boy, well presented, lovely profile and moved out well in a very strong class. Liked his top line throughout. Good fore-chest, correct head proportions, good length of rib and well-muscled thighs. Looks balanced front and rear.
2.Mrs. L Dumbrell- Brodaty Limited Edition at Bethlyntee
Masculine brown boy who takes your eye, strong head but not coarse, good lay back of shoulder, with good length and depth of rib and strong fore-chest. Moved out well.
3.Mrs. E Ayrton- Aoibh Ready to Rumba
Well put together slate, good proportions with nice flow to neck into decent lay back of shoulder, good depth of chest, eye matching coat and another who moved out well.
Post Graduate Dog Entries 5 Absentees 1
1.Mr., Mrs., Miss ME & L Jay- Farmarens Drums of Spring at Talraz (Imp.)
Much to like with this boy. Lovely profile, super top-line held at all times moved out so fluidly. Good lay back of shoulder with balanced rear assembly, strong fore-chest, good length of rib, head of correct proportions.
2.Mr. P and Mrs. S Hulme- Caldermist Shot in the Dark
Liked this boy a lot but just preferred the overall picture of 1 today. Another well balanced dog, correct 5:4 proportions, good lay of shoulder, good length of rib, good rear and not overly long hocks. Lovely expression with eyes matching his dark slate coat.
3.Dr. S Savage and Mr D McLean-Talraz Comic Relief at Canaich JW
Well proportioned slate of good size but not quite the length of 1 and 2 in relation to their respective heights. That said he has a strong head, a dark eye, good depth of chest and decent fore-chest.
Limit Dog Entries 7 Absentees 2
Super quality line up in this class.
1.Garrity and Tibbetts- Potterdale Andante DCC RBIS
Liked this dark slate boy as a youngster and it was a joy to see how he has developed. He is beautifully balanced but all male without exaggeration. Strong head of correct proportions, dark eye providing a melting expression, lovely shape of neck into well laid-back shoulders, good length to upper arm, good depth and correct shape of ribs. His overall balance allows him to move out with excellent extension and drive while maintaining his top-line through-out. Glad to award him the CC. DCC and RBIS
2.Bradida’s Brilliant Nutmeg Muffin at Calkylona (Imp)
Brown boy who moved out well in this tough class to secure a very close decision with 3. Of correct proportions he presents a lovely picture standing, has good head with eye matching coat, good depth of chest and length of rib and good fore-chest.
3.Mr R and Mrs M Robertson- Arranbrae Laird of Quothquan JW
Another fine dog who didn’t move out as well as he can today. Really like his length to height ratio which comes from long rib with good depth of chest. Good lay back of shoulder, lovely masculine head with dark eye and soft expression. Would like to see more substance to him as I think he has the frame to hold it.
Open Dog Entries 10 Absentees 2(W)
1.Mr. and Mrs. M Lewis- Ch. Potterdale Platinum Plus RDCC
This now 8 year old very dark slate boy just oozes quality. Correct 5:4 proportions, balanced angles front and rear, excellent head with lovely dark eye. Super shape of neck into well laid back shoulder, correctly shaped rib cage with excellent length and strong loin. Moved out today with lovely extension and drive without exaggeration. RDCC
2.Mrs. K Delaney- Ch. Arranbrae Muy Guapo JW
Another worthy champion and love his length to height ratio. He has the loveliest of expression coming from his dark eye which absolutely epitomises soft and affectionate. Good head with flat skull and correct proportions. Excellent depth of chest and length of rib. Well let down hocks. He held his top-line throughout but on the day I just preferred the overall picture of 1.
3.Miss S Gibb- Snikkles Bluebeard at Pirateer JW ShCM ShCEx
Blue boy who is again well balanced throughout and somewhat unlucky to meet 1 and 2. Not quite in full coat, lovely proportioned head, eye matching coat, nice arch to neck into good lay of shoulder, good top line, good depth of chest and length of rib.
Left to Right: Sarah Collins handling Potterdale Andante, Owner John Garrity, Judge Alan Hosie, Janet Lewis with Ch Potterdale Platinum Plus, Kenneth Handley with Bargemon Brigadoon at Barkenbear and Angela Pedder with Ch Caldermist Kiss In The Dark JW ShCM
Bitches - Anne Wilding (Judge)
Firstly my thanks to the NEBCOL committee for inviting me to judge bitches at their club show. Also my stewards, Jane and Sue, for doing such a great job as always. We had a lovely big ring which enabled plenty of room for the girls to put their best foot forward. If a Beardie can’t move correctly with an easy stride they cannot do the job they were bred for. Overall I was impressed with the quality of the bitches before me although in some classes there was a marked difference in size and also type. With the quality being high I did penalise those who were overweight and others with dirty teeth.
Minor Puppy Bitch.
1. Mrs B Harcourt-Brown - Farmarens Imperial Highness At Orora
Lovely feminine girl with good head properties and a dark eye toning with her dark coat. Nice length of neck leading to well placed shoulders. Good depth of chest for one so young, good length of rib, moved out well once settled. Best puppy bitch and BPIS.
2. Mr B & Mrs C Canty - Bargemon High Society
Lighter slate bitch in good coat and condition. Appealing head with a lovely eye giving a soft expression. Balanced front and rear angulation. Moved well. Will look forward to seeing her mature.
3. Mr D & Mrs W Curry - Megamaree Shining Star At Davankirk
Puppy Bitch.
1. Mr M & Mrs J Lewis - Potterdale Plus One
Another very pleasing dark slate youngster who should mature into a lovely adult. Iovely head, dark eye, nicely put together with correct proportions, balanced on the move. She pushed very hard for Best Puppy Bitch.
2. Mrs E A & Mr M & Miss L Jay - Matamata Lorien Lady At Talraz
Slate bitch who doesn't instantly stand out. On examination she is nicely made with true Beardie expression, pleasing head and expression, balanced angulation front and rear, good topline, correct turn of stifle. Moved with an easy stride. Should do well when mature.
Veteran Bitch
I love the veterans and it is obvious they enjoy their time in the ring.
1. Mrs M Betts - Ch Pipadene Ultimate Dream JW
One I have always liked and admired. Age certainly hasn't slowed her down and it's hard to believe she now 10 years old. Well made all through, she looks good on the stand and on the move showing good reach and drive.
2. Mrs L Bartlett - Ch Carbonnie Callieco Star For Kelligrews JW SHCM
Another favourite of mine and at 9 years old this dark slate girl is another not showing her age. Pleasing construction and looking good on the move, her young handler certainly gets the best from her.
3. Mr A & Mrs J Wood - Ch Pipadene Visionary Spirit For Pepperjay JW
Junior Bitch.
Such a good class.
1. Mr M & Mrs J Lewis & Mrs D Moreland - Potterdale Precious Rose
Fell in love with this beautiful slate youngster on the first circuit of the ring and was not disappointed when going over her. Correct in structure in every way with a good quality coat. lovely head and beautiful expression. Moved out with a light and easy stride. In the challenge she could not be denied the CC and I was delighted when she was awarded BIS.
2. Miss N Whelan & Ms J & Young - Corimist Destiny By Design Another top quality youngster who, as is often said, was unlucky to meet the first on such good form. So much to like, really pleasing head and dark eye toning with her dark slate coat, nicely proportioned with good front and rear angulation. Moved so well on the move.
3. Mrs C Stead - Clovabrae Villanelle
Yearling Bitch
1. Ms A Fishburn - Burnhock Exquisite Diamond
This brown girl moved out so well, covering the ground with minimal effort, she looked as though she go on all day. Shown in good coat and hard condition with pleasing overall construction. I later learned this was the owner and dog's first ever show. If she continues to progress I predict a bright future for this partnership.
2. Mr R & Mrs M Robertson - Heather Mist Miss Tillietudlem At Quothquan (Imp SWE)
A lot to like about this brown youngster and another who caught my eye on the move. Not as mature as first, just needs time to mature.
3. Mr N & Mrs A E May - Memorylane More Than Words For Sengalas
Novice Bitch.
1. Ms A Fishburn - Burnhock Exquisite Diamond
2. Mrs E A & Mr M & Miss L Jay - Matamata Lorien Lady At Talraz
3. Mrs R E & Mr I Kneeshaw - Adjucet Stand By Me
Graduate Bitch
1. Miss N Whelan & Miss J Young - Corimist Glamour Girl
Definitely a glamour girl and one who cannot be overlooked. This light slate girl shown in lovely coat makes a pleasing picture on the stand and moved as her construction suggests. Lovely head and expression, good forehand construction, well arched neck, strong rear. Didn’t move out as well in the challenge as she had in this class, but definitely one to watch for the future.
2. Mrs E Ayrton - Aoibh Fiery Flamenco JW
A different type to first. One I have always liked and gave her BPIB last time I judged the breed. Pleasing head with a mischievous expression, nicely arched neck, goo shoulder placement, nice length of back, strong loin, nicely angulated rear. Didn’t move out as well today as I have seen her in the past. Still needs time to mature.
3. Mrs S E & Miss C E Bowden - Subessen Heart Of Hearts
Post Graduate.
1. Mrs K Edwards - Roxilyn Take A Bow JW
A really lovely dark slate bitch who instantly appealed. Shown in good coat and hard condition. Pleasing head properties, lovely expression, good shoulder placement, strong loin, correct rear angulation with neat hocks. Moved out well to take the class.
2. Mr & Mrs M Betts - Winterlyn Heaven Can Wait With Pipadene
A happy slate girl paying close attention to her handler at all times. Makes an appealing picture on the stand and was pleasing to go over. Maturing along the right lines. Moved out well with reach and drive.
3. Mrs M Sewell - Alistair's Designed Just Right For Kemelstowe (Imp SWE)
Limit Bitch
1. Mr J & Mrs M Harkin - Corimist Galway Girl At Claudalla
Lovely slate girl who was well presented and handled. Beautiful head and delightful expression, pleasing front and rear assembly, good depth and length of rib, neat hocks. Moved well.
2. Mrs N Edwards - Nellbrook Pure Imagination JW
So much to like about this well muscled blue girl. Nicely put together but not moving as well today as I know she can.
3. Mrs R Wood - Larkslane's Dream Weaver Of Osmart (Imp CAN)
Open Bitch
1. Mrs S E & Miss C E Bowden - Subessen Blaze Of Fire
At 7 years of age this dark slate girl is in her prime. Makes a very appealing picture standing and really comes into her own on the move. Feminine head and delightful expression, nicely arched neck, balanced front and rear angulation. correct turn of stifle, neat hocks. Shown and handled so well she was in complete accord with her handler at all times. Pleased to award her the Res. CC.
2. Mr N & Mrs A E May - Sengalas Indiana True
Different type to first but equally appealing and it was difficult to split them. Shown in good coat and condition. Very appealing head and expression, nicely arched neck leading to well placed shoulders, level topline, good turn of stifle, well set and carried tail. Happy, outgoing temperament, and never faltered on the move even when her handler took a tumble in the ring.
3. Mr D Moir - Braemoor's Fabulous Fennela At Winaria (Imp NLD) JW
D Moreland and Janet Lewis with Potterdale Precious Rose, Judge Anne Wilding, Claire Bowden with Subesson Blaze of Fire and Bryony Harcourt-Brown with Farmarens Imperial Highness at Orora.
Maureen Betts with Ch Pipadene Ultimate Dream
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