Lhasa Apso Club Championship Show Sunday 16th October 2022
 Judged by Melanie Shand-Clarke (ShanClar)

I had the honour of judging the Lhasa Apso Club Championship Show, at Stoneleigh Park, and what a wonderful day it was. To you the exhibitors, huge appreciation for my fabulous entry, it was a pleasure to judge you all with a lovely atmosphere. Thank you to the Officers and Committee for your hard work, with a very well-run show, and for my gorgeous presents. Also huge thanks to my two stewards. You were both amazing and really looked after me. Overall, with the exhibits I had today, I was pleased to see there were better quality of skull and eye shape, better front assemblies from my last appointment, and not the heavy boned examples I have seen in the past. Although, there were still a couple of examples with weak hocks and slipping patella’s, missing incisors and still dirty teeth! I mentioned last time that some are trying to move their dogs too quickly, resulting the exhibit falling onto the forehand. The weight needs to be driving from the hind quarters to obtain a free open gate. Moving your exhibits quickly does not give you the correct movement nor does it not moving them enough. Hold the lead to help to give balance, study your dogs and establish the best speed to showoff a true open gate. Total Entry - 84 / 108


BEST IN SHOW : DEELAYNE JAYWALKER
DOG CC : DEELAYNE JAYWALKER
RESERVE DOG CC : KUTANI DAREDEVIL
BITCH CC : CH SENEDENE MISS WORLD
RESERVE BITCH CC : QUAYTOWN SNOWDROP
BEST PUPPY : CRYSTAL EYE’S WAM BAM BOOM AT KHUMBILA (IMP DK)
BEST VETERAN : CH SENEDENE MISS WORLD

CLASS 1 - MINOR PUPPY DOG (5,1)
1st - QUAYTOWN DAMSON - MRS V. LANGFORD Lovely quality gold young man, well proportioned head with the kindest of expression with the deepest dark eye, good head proportions with a good broad mouth and correct bite. Nice straight front with good rib, good rear angulation. Very smart and appealing when stood and moving, moved with purpose and held his shape well.
2nd - TIMAZINTI’S OLIVER - MRS J. & MS S. SYKES & SCARLL Cream gold, with a sweet head and a kind dark eye, lovely pigmentation. Good mouth, nice arched neck and good shoulder placement, good rib coverage, just a little longer in loin than 1 at present. Well angled hind quarters, moving well once settled.
3rd - ZENTARR MAVERICK - MRS S. J. CLEAVER
CLASS 2 - PUPPY DOG (2)
1st - CRYSTAL EYE’S WAM BAM BOOM AT KHUMBILA (IMP DK) - MISS R. REVILLAS RODRIGUEZ Black/White, I really liked the overall balance of this young male, loved his head proportions with the darkest expression and eye with fabulous pigmentation. Good broad mouth with correct bite. Lovely arched neck into good laid shoulder, nice depth of chest and sternum for his age, well ribbed with good muscled hind quarters with a good tail set. He moved well keeping his shape and top line. A very deserving Best Puppy In Show.
2nd - SHENEDENE GOSSIP AGENT - MISS M. D. HALL Nicely made young gold with good head and mouth, good overall balance with A very young gold male in comparison to 1 but a lot to like. Nice head proportions with good pigment, good bite with a nice broad jaw, good reach of neck, level top line, good angulation and well set tail. He has a nice free movement, 1 was more matured. I would like more weight too.
CLASS 3 - JUNIOR DOG (3)
1st - KUTANI HAMILTON - MRS V. A. & MRS W. A. CLUTTERBUCK & CAIN I very much liked the overall balance of this young chap. Lovely expression with good pigment and kind eye, good bite with nice width of under jaw. Lovely lay of shoulder with good sternum and front assembly. Good depth of chest and layback of rib, good tail set and rear angulation. He moved well and kept his shape and top-line on the move. I did consider him for the reserve ticket as he is a very smart young chap, but needs time but I’m sure he will have a good career.
2nd - VONSTRY TRYING AGAIN - MRS V. J. HARRIS He has a pleasing overall balance with a nice proportionate head with lovely dark eye and pigment. Nice bite with good width of under jaw, lovely arched neck into good shoulders. Has a nice straight front, good lay of rib and tail set. Moved well and keeps his shape and top-line.
3rd - JAHNEEMAHS SUNSTONE TAF NAF - MESSRS S. & J. TAYLOR & JOHNSON
CLASS 4 - YEARLING DOG (4)
1st - CORROLLS EASY RIDER - MS J. HAZELHURST Cream male who had a lovely overall balance with excellent pigmentation and good head proportions and expression. Good length of neck and strong level top-line, strong well angulated hind quarters without being exaggerated. Presented in lovely condition and coat. Moved well once settled, he can move with excitement which changes his gate and balance, he is definitely one to watch with interest.
2nd - SINYUL IMAGINED - MRS P. TORRANCE B/W Parti, Good balance when stood with a good head proportion and pigmentation. He has a kind dark eye with a good width of under jaw and bite. He is of good bone with a nice arch of neck into good shoulders, good layback of rib and rear angulation. His coat is of good texture, and moved out well today.
3rd - VONSTRY MR SUUNSHINE - MRS V. HARRIS
CLASS 5 - NOVICE DOG (6,2)
1st - CRYSTAL EYE’S WAM BAM BOOM AT KHUMBILA (IMP DK) - MISS R. REVILLAS RODRIGUEZ
2nd - SIFRASONS TAKE IT EASY - MRS K. BIRKETT Gold dog with good head and pigmentation, has a nice expression. Good shoulders and length of rib. This is another nice dog, but he was being quite willful today but once settled moved well. Once the handler becomes more confident I think they will make a nice team.
3rd - KELANKIN BIT’SN BOBS - MISS C. WRIGHT
CLASS 6 - SPECIAL BEGINNERS DOG (4)
1st - KENTWONE DEREK JEWEL BY SKYLAX - MRS M. ADAM-SLOMKOWSKI I had the best surprise of the day. What a beautifully sound cream male of good balance. Beautiful expression with the darkest of pigmentation and super bite. Nice reach of neck and straight front assembly. Good layback of rib and rear angulation. Moved well once the handler got him into his stride. Once his coat comes in, this dog is going to everyone a run for their money. Definitely will be watching with great interest.
2nd - VONSTRY MR SUUNSHINE - MRS V. HARRIS Another sound male from this kennel, nice head proportions with good pigment and bite. Good front with length and depth of rib, good top-line and well set tail. Moved well today.
3rd - KELANKIN BIT’SN BOBS - MISS C. WRIGHT
CLASS 7 - GRADUATE DOG (5,2)
1st - KENTWONE DEREK JEWEL BY SKYLAX - MRS M. ADAM-SLOMKOWSKI
2nd - RAUSHANARA BLUE SKY OVER SAKSFIFTH - MRS A. J. & MR D. A. HAYES A nice gold dog of good qualities and overall balance, lovely head proportions and pigmentation, with correct bite. He does have a good arch neck into nice shoulders and lay of rib, moved freely with a good top-line . He has a tendency to sink into himself when stood, and with the handler more confident, I do think over time he will get better and better.
3rd - GALLERIO ILL TAKE YOU DANCIN FOR DENZKA - MS K. & MR D CONSIDINE
CLASS 8 - POST GRADUATE DOG (2)
1st - FOROCHEL CARRADOR - MESSRS D. & T. DUNGATE & MINTON A lovely balanced young man, with the darkest of expressions and pigmentation. Good head proportion with correct bite. Good shoulders and front, with layback of rib. He moved really well keeping his shape and top line carrying a well set tail and great coat texture. I definitely had my eye on him in the challenge, another with a bright future.
2nd - KELANKIN BIT’SN BOBS - MISS C WRIGHT Gold dog, with good head proportions and pigmentation. Good front assembly into good shoulders and layback of rib. Lovely coat texture and held his shape well on the move, 1 just moved out better today.
CLASS 9 - LIMIT DOG (9,1)
1st - KUTANI DAREDEVIL - MR L. J. & MRS V. A. CONNETT & CLUTTERBUCK I have admired this young gold chap from a puppy and was delighted to see him today. Of super quality and looked a delight stood. Such a lovely sweet head and eye with lovely pigmentation, good bite and wide of jaw. Good length of neck into good lay of shoulders good width of chest and straight front, Good well layback rib and top-line, held his shape well moving out around the ring. Presented on top form. Very happy to award him the Reserve CC today.
2nd - SHENEDENE WORLD TRADER - MISS M. D. HALL Another lovely overall sound Gold/White Parti male. Good head proportions and dark eye and good broad mouth. Good lay of shoulder and level top-line, Nice tail set and well angulated hind quarters. Moved well keeping his shape. 1 just had the extra sparkle for me today.
3rd - PETWALK KIT-N-CABOODLE - MR J. A. & MRS A. M. REYNOLDS
CLASS 10 - OPEN DOG (5,2)
1st - DEELAYNE JAYWALKER - MRS M. LEWIS I awarded the class to this dog last time I judged the breed, and he certainly did not disappoint me today. When I saw him in the ring he shouted quality and the soundest of exhibits. He has matured beautifully, I just loved his head and expression with the darkest pigmentation, beautiful wide under jaw and perfect bite. Lovely strong arch of neck with a good strong sternum and the deepest of chest. Good top line stood and on the move but this dog comes alive on the move for me, using himself effortlessly. I was very happy to award him the Dog CC, and delighted it was his third. But just came alive in the challenge, asking for Best In Show.
2nd - ZENTARR GORDON AT DARDANELLES - MRS B. YAXLEY I also awarded this chap a first and it is nice to see he is maturing into a lovely young male. He was in superb coat and very well presented, stood he took my eye. I loved his head with the super dark eye and expression. Lovely balance keeping his top line, 1 had the sparkle and maturity.
3rd - REMRAH HIGH FLYER AT CULVERSAPSO JW - MISS D. & MR D. CULVERHOUSE & ROBERTS
CLASS 11 - CHAMPION DOG (2)
1st - CH KHINJAN VALENTINO WITH ORCAVOE - MR L J CONNETT A quality looking gold male presented to perfection. Good head and pigmentation, well arched neck into a good lay of shoulder, well ribbed with straight front. Good tail set and strong rear quarters. Good topline being held on the move, moved well with purpose.
2nd - CH VALLENA VIKTOR - MRS H M, MR A & MRS S. BELL & ELLIS Another sound male parti from this kennel, nice head proportions with good pigment and bite. Good front with length and depth of rib, good top-line and well set tail. Moved well today.
CLASS 12 - VETERAN DOG (2,1)
1st - TIMAZINTI’S PEPPERMINT AT FRENCHLANDS JW ShCEx This 7 1/2 year old gold parti dog just looks better every time I see him. He has a lovely textured coat. He is very sound and in excellent body and muscle tone. Lovely expression and dark eye. Good depth of chest and spring of rib, good tail set and strong rear quarters. Flowed around the ring keeping his shape, lovely to see him looking so well.
CLASS 13 - MINOR PUPPY BITCH (9,3)
1st - DEELAYNE JENNIFER JOY - MRS M. LEWIS I just loved this little gold lady, she first came out with little confidence, but a very tidy balance with the sweetest head and expression with the darkest pigmentation, lovely under jaw and excellent bite and teeth. Well laid shoulders, straight forelegs and lovely top-line, with nice hind quarters not exaggerated. Once settled moving lovely and freely keeping her shape. Will be interested to see how she develops. Very nicely handled. She just go better as the day progressed, happy to award her Best Puppy Bitch.
2nd - KALIZMAR MILLION MOONS OVER MARPORI - MRS G. FREE Young girl with lovely overall balance and outline, nice feminine head of good proportions and pigmentation, good mouth. Nice arched neck, good top-line and pleasing length of rib for her age with good tail set. Nicely muscled hind quarters. She moved well carrying herself well throughout.
3rd - TIMAZINTI’S KIMORA - MRS J. & MS S. SYKES & SCARLL
CLASS 14 - PUPPY BITCH (8,1)
1st - SHENEDENE GOSSIP IF YOU DARE TAF NAF - MRS J. & MISS M. FALCUS & HALL Lovely young Gold, she has the sweetest of heads with a melting expression. So balanced with lovely shoulders, and top-line, she uses her backend so well on the move, for me this is when she comes alive but without any exaggeration.
2nd - CORROLLS CLASSIQUE - MS J. HAZELHURST Very pretty black bitch. Good proportioned head with good pigment dark eye. Well arched neck level top-line. Nicely bodied with good coat, moved well holding her shape, I will be watching her with interest.
3rd - LITTONDALE LYRABELLE - MR D. J. & MRS J. LOCK
CLASS 15 - JUNIOR BITCH (9, 4)
1st - KUTANI BLACK OPAL AT FRENCHLANDS - MR E. J, MRS E. J. & MISS L. SCHUCKARDT A really attractive well balanced looking young black girl, just loved her head and expression with those piercing black eyes and good mouth. Beautiful reach of neck and good shoulders, carry’s herself beautifully on the move keeping her balance and top-line as she strides out, she has so much presence. I’m sure has a very exciting career.
2nd - LUEKIKI IN THESE ARMS - MISS F. & MISS L. THOMSOM & PATTERSON A very elegant cream lady, she has a lovely sweet head and pigment, well arched neck, good front with length and depth of rib, lovely top-line and well set tail. Beautifully presented she moved well holding her balance once she had settled.
3rd - KUTANI KURIOSITY - MRS V. & MRS V. CLUTTERBUCK & JACKSON
CLASS 16 - YEARLING BITCH (2,2)
CLASS 17 - MAIDEN BITCH (4,4)
CLASS 18 - SPECIAL BEGINNERS Bitch (4,2)
1st - DOMENSA PERFECT DREAM - DR L. & MRS S. & MR J. PARVATANENI Another nice quality cream girl of good size and in good coat. Lovely dark expression and good mouth, good straight front and top-line, moved well I liked her balance and style as she strides out. The handler just needs a little more confidence, but I can see them doing very well.
2nd - KELANKIN PURPLE RAYNEDROP AT BILLENSTAR - MRS S. & MR J. TAYLOR Nice balance with a sweet expression, good front and length of rib, good top-line with good rear angulation. Moving well but not quite as freely as 1 today.
CLASS 19 - GRADUATE BITCH (5,3)
1st - KHINJAN WALTZING MATILDA TO LISIMO - MRS T. & MR A. WIEHE A stylish well proportioned head and expression, excellent bite and width of under jaw. Good front assembly and layback of rib, nicely coupled, well muscled and rear angulation, moved with style carrying herself round the ring.
2nd - KELANKIN PURPLE RAYNEDROP AT BILLENSTAR - MRS S. & MR J. TAYLOR
CLASS 20 - POST GRADUATE BITCH (3,2)
1st - ELMICHAPEL WALK IN MY SHOES AT FRENCHLANDS JW - MR E. J, MRS E. J. & MISS L. SCHUCKARDT A lovely cream bitch, with good head proportions and pigment with good mouth. Nice front and shoulder with good layback of rib, and good tail set. I liked her shape and balance covering the ground well.
CLASS 21 - LIMIT BITCH (5,2)
1st - QUAYTOWN SNOWDROP - MRS V. LANGFORD Cream bitch, there is a lot to like about this bitch who is very sound. She has a very feminine head with lovely dark pigmentation. Well arched neck flowing into good shoulders and top-line and well set tail. She’s in good condition, well muscled hind quarters moving freely, very attractive stacked and well presented. I was very happy to award her the Reserve CC today.
2nd - KUTANI ENIGMA - MRS D. K. CHAMBERS Another bitch I was pleased to see today. Gold dark overlay with a really super body and frame, smooth flow from head to tail, lovely detailed head and expression, well laidback ribs, nicely coupled, good hindquarters with high set tail. She has a good balance, in good coat with a good texture, keeping her balance and outline on the move. One that is maturing nicely, 1 just moved out a little more today but could change places easily.
3rd - SHENEDENE NEXT TOP MODEL - MISS M. D. HALL
CLASS 22 - OPEN BITCH (3)
1st - CH SHENEDENE MISS WORLD - MISS M. D. HALL Wow this bitch just took my breathe away. She took my eye immediately with her balance and quality. She has a beautiful feminine and well proportioned head, with a melting expression with the darkest of pigment. Good front and shoulders, well arched neck into a level top-line, with the deepest of chest and layback of rib. Super tail set completing the look for a beautiful balance. She was on full form today, holding her balance throughout with a top quality coat. Well deserved to award her the Bitch CC and Reserve Best In Show.
2nd - CH CULVERSAPSO QUEEN OF HEARTS JW - MISS D. & MR D. CULVERHOUSE & ROBERTS Cream/dark overlay with really lovely qualities. Lovely feminine bitch with well proportioned head with a beautiful expression and dark pigmentation. She is so well balanced with a good arched neck, straight front, good shoulders and well angulated hind quarters. She moved well and kept her top-line and shape throughout. Her presentation is a credit to her owner. 1 out moved her today.
3rd - QUAYTOWN DAFFIDIL - MRS V. LANGFORD
CLASS 23 - CHAMPION BITCH (1)
1st - CH KUTANI SHOWOFF - MRS V. A. & MRS W. A. CLUTTERBUCK & CAIN Lovely coated Black/White bitch, beautifully made with a sweet expression and dark eye. Good front and shoulder with good lay of rib, good tail set. Good rear hind quarters moving well without. Presented on top form.
CLASS 24 - VETERAN BITCH (3)
1st - CH SHENEDENE MISS WORLD - MISS M. D. HALL
2nd - CH SINYUL LET THERE BE LOVE - MRS P. TORRANCE Black/White parti who is in excellent condition and a real credit to her owner. She is so beautiful to go over with a good proportioned head and dark eye. Good front, shoulder with a good depth and length of chest. She moved with ease showing she still enjoys being in the spotlight.