Woolwich, Bexley & District Canine Association
Sunday 3rd December 2023
Judge: Nicola Nevers (Sheldrake)
| Best Of Breed | Ch Tollelkin Caife Americano SGWC ShCEx | Elkin |
| Reserve Best Of Breed | Sh Ch Tollelkin Caife Gaelach At Tollisty | Strevens |
| Best Puppy | Tollisty Shincha | Strevens |
| Group 1 | Ch Tollelkin Caife Americano SGWC ShCEx | Elkin |
Firstly, I would like to thank the committee of Woolwich, Bexley & District Canine Association for the invitation of my first judging appointment, I thoroughly enjoyed it despite the weather conditions. Also, thanks to my steward and exhibitors for braving the torrential rain.
Puppy Dog or Bitch (2 entries)
Litter siblings at different stages of development
| 1st | Strevens TOLLISTY SHINCHA The most balanced of the two at present. Liked her size, overall shape and just right in terms of development for her age. Feminine head with correct ear set and almond shaped eyes, which I suspect will darken with age. Nice amount of bone for age, straight in front with nice tight feet. Displayed typical jaunty movement and held her topline on the move. Was lovely to see her so confident in the ring. BP |
| 2nd | Smith TOLLISTY RAUDR Mature 8 month old puppy, typical wedge shape head with correct ear set. Straight in front on tight feet. super coat and moved ok once settled. I hope he doesn’t grow on anymore as already very large. |
Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (7 entries, 1 absent)
| 1st | Elkin TOLLELKIN DREAM HARBOUR JW Caught my eye on the move, such a show man and with great enthusiasm, never stopped moving. One of the best fronts of the day. Liked his size and proportions, good amount of bone and compact body. Level top line which he held in standing and on the move. In good coat. |
| 2nd | Salmon ACADIABYRNE TIBETAN CORAL Lovely masculine head and markings. Super rich red colour and excellent amount of bone. good deep chest, straight in front and nice tight feet. Balanced front and rear angulations just not the same ring presence as 1 today. |
| 3rd | Elkin TOLLELKIN DREAM DANCER JW |
| Res | Lam & Leung TOLLISTY OUT TO GET YOU JW |
| VHC | Strevens TOLLISTY YOU CAN'T DECLINE |
Open Dog or Bitch (4 entries)
| 1st | Elkin CH TOLLELKIN CAIFE AMERICANO SGWC SHCEX What a balanced picture this boy shows on the stack and the move. Held his topline well and had beautiful reach and drive. Lovely masculine head with almond shaped eyes, the colour which blended with his coat. Super amount of bone with well sprung ribs, without being too heavy. Medium length of neck into well laid shoulders. Best front which was also matched in his rear angulation. Would prefer a shade smaller but can’t deny his quality. Pleased to award him BOB. I see he went on to take Gundog G1. |
| 2nd | Strevens SH CH TOLLELKIN CAIFE GAELACH AT TOLLISTY Very balanced bitch with many of the above applying to her. Lighter in colour than her brother, loved her size with a lovely feminine head and kind expression. Correct front and rear angulations. Just lacking coat today to complete the picture. Pleased to award her RBOB |
| 3rd | Newson TIVALAKE LET'S MISBEHAVE JW |
| Res | Fuard TOLLELKIN BAY OF ICE |
Stakes/Variety classes
AV Gundog Post Graduate Dog or Bitch (13 entries)
Judge: Dale Elliott (Lyndham)
| Res | Ryder ARTHUNDUR DREAM COME TRUE |
AV Gundog Veteran Dog or Bitch (11 entries)
Judge: Dale Elliott (Lyndham)
| 2nd | Newson SH CH TIVALAKE MORE THAN WISHES |