Show Placings
The Midland Border Terrier Club Open Show
2nd Feb 2025
Judge: Mrs Laura Jordan-Smith (Jordith)
It is both an honour and a privilege to have been invited by the Midland Border Terrier Club committee to judge this open breed club show—my first at this level. I sincerely thank all the exhibitors who entered and took the time to attend at this lovely new venue. My gratitude also goes to my stewards, Peter and Martin, whose efficiency and support ensured the smooth running of the ring; their help was much appreciated.
Overall, most exhibits were in good condition, though a few were carrying excess weight or were simply too large to span. I observed only one kinked tail and two level bites. Given the time of year, it is unsurprising to find coats at various stages of growth, as exhibitors prepare for Crufts and the start of the new show season.
Best Baby Puppy in Show
Name at show: Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
Baby Puppy Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
Placing Critique
Litter sister to the 1st in baby puppy dog, this blue and tan 5 month old bitch is very promising. She has a beautiful head with a feminine expression, dark eye and excellent ear placement; her muzzle strength is already evident. She has a fabulous straight front, good bone, and a narrow, easy to span rib which is carried well back to a strong loin. Her hindquarters are nicely angulated and she has a well-set-on tail. Moved beautifully for one so young. Awarded Best Baby Puppy Dog In Show.
Ashton-In-Makerfield CS Open Show
2nd Mar 2025
Judge: Diane Stewart-Ritchie (Gwendariff)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
Best Puppy
Name at show: TPG4, Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
Puppy /
First Place
Name at show: Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
North Staffs Canine Society Open Show
16th Mar 2025
Judge: Miss Angie Nettle (Onziemehurst)
Thank you to the committee of the North Staffs Canine Society Open Show for the honour of inviting me to judge and for your great hospitality on the day. Thank you to the stewards and for the entry although small but what quality was presented. Fabulous to see the Best Puppy go forward in the groups to win Best Puppy In Show.
Best Of Breed
Name at show: TG3, Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
Best Puppy
Name at show: BPIS, TPG1, Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
Puppy /
First Place
Name at show: Alcumlow Sip And Swirl
Placing Critique
Blue and tan bitch. She has a super head, feminine with kind dark eyes. Ears neatly placed on a broad skull with a strong muzzle. Straight narrow front, good bone with an easy to span rib which was carried well back over a strong loin. Racy hindquarters were correctly angulated with a well-set-on tail. Good double coat with ticking, thick pliable pelt. Overall look of this bitch was very smart and eye catching. Definitely one I will watch the progress on. Best Puppy, Group 1 and Best Puppy in Show.
Class Critique
Super line up of puppies. All with their own merits to shine.
