Welcome to the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy

Thanks to Celia and her team for the invite to the Short-Haired Cat Society Show and to Lynda Ashmore for the Rex and Korat classes. I was a little apprehensive about how the joint show would work but I managed to find all the cats without any difficulty and the catalogue was well thought out if a little difficult to read with the small typeface. I didn’t have a booked steward but Heather Boucher came to my rescue and managed to steward for me as well as judging non-pedigrees and attending an AGM in the afternoon! Thanks for all your help Heather it was much appreciated.
SHORT-HAIRED CAT SOCIETY
OPEN CLASSES
RUSSIAN BLUE ADULT MALE:
1ST CC BOND-WONEBERGER’S FURBELL STARGAZER (16a) M 03.03.08. A young boy, only just an adult but well-grown & of a good weight for his size. His head reflects his immaturity but he has a lovely Russian expression. Flat skull, short wedge & good angle. Very slight dip to the profile, level bite but his chin could be deeper and falls off a fraction at the tip. Lovely prominent whisker pads. Large vertically set ears and almond-shaped eyes that are set a touch deep. Long well-fed body with elegant limbs & oval paws. Moderately long tail that tapers nicely but is rather thick at the base. Dense coat, very soft & fine, double and plushy. Medium blue with a well-developed silvery sheen & sound to the roots. A gentle lad who was easy to handle. A promising young man!
2 SEDGWICK’S CATWO KORLYA (16a) M 27.11.07. A large boy of only 13 months, young but very well-grown. Head with a flat skull, short wedge & good angle & profile. Deep chin that rounds off a touch, bite
acceptable but verging on being under. Prominent whisker pads. Very large ears with a broad base but they are set a fraction wide and he tends to flare them. Large almond-shaped eyes of a pale but clear green colour. Long well-grown body with elegant limbs but rather thick tail. Fine coat, double and reasonably soft though it could be plushier. Medium blue colour with a silvery sheen. He wasn’t keen on the other cats and had a bit of a grumble but was OK to handle.
RUSSIAN BLUE ADULT FEMALE:
1 CC NOBLE’S CH TROIKA NIJINSKA (16a) F 15.11.06. A sweet girl of 2 years who looks young for her age. Lovely Russian expression, she has a sweet gentle look. Flat skull, short wedge & good angle and profile. Level bite & shallow but firm chin. Prominent whisker pads. Large ears set vertically to the head & emerald green eyes of almond shape. Elegant body though she could do with a little more weight, perhaps she has been calling? Elegant limbs with small oval paws. Long tapering tail. Double coat, plushy & dense on the shoulders but a little thinner on the lower back, a fraction long but with a soft fine texture. Medium blue and sound to the roots plus a silvery sheen though slightly uneven at present.
BOB FLEMING’S CH SHOELINA NINA MILKINA (16a) F 23.03.07. A very friendly girl of nearly 2 years who loves to lick & nibble! Lovely Russian expression though her head is a fraction long overall. Flat skull & good angle to the profile, prominent whisker pads and level bite. Large upright ears & large greeny coloured eyes of almond shape and set wide apart. Very elegant, she shows herself very well on the table. Long muscular body with long limbs and tail to balance. Double coat of medium blue with a silvery sheen, her coat is perhaps not at its best at present and could be a fraction softer. Her maturity and overall balance won her the Best of Breed award.
SNOW MARBLED BENGAL ADULT MALE:
1 IC BOB ZICCARDI’S SPOTTICATZ MARMO MAGNIFICO (76b 20) M 01.04.08. A young blue-eyed boy who is only just adult but well-grown with a strong muscular body. Broad masculine head slightly longer than wide with a large nose & rounded muzzle that could be a little broader. Rounded chin & level bite, slight curve to the profile. Well-set ears with a broad base & rounded tips. Large oval-shaped eyes of a lovely clear blue though they could be deeper in colour. Strong muscular body with a broad chest & thick neck; limbs & tail to balance. Soft dense coat with beige markings on an ivory base. Distinct marbled pattern though it could flow a little more and is rather symmetrical. Lovely clear head markings, well-marked limbs with spots & bars & ringed tail with a dark tip. Spotty tummy & pearl dusting showing. Shown in lovely condition though he had wet underparts due to a water spill. A happy chap with a gentle nature.
SNOW MARBLED BENGAL ADULT FEMALE:
1 IC STORER’S NITEO SIBERIAN BLUE (76b 20) F 03.05.07. A smallish girl of 1½ years who needs to mature and fill out. Head a medium wedge longer that wide with a feminine look. Rather tall ears with teeny tufts though broad at the base, well-set and not too large. Large eyes, a little full (mood?) but of a stunning deep blue colour. Long body that needs to fill out & muscle up. Limbs to balance. Moderately long tail of reasonable thickness & slightly tapering. Soft & reasonably dense coat with a warm colour to the base coat. Marbled pattern with an asymmetrical pattern & horizontal flow but it could be clearer down the spine where there is some ticking showing. The scarab marking could be more complex but spotted tummy & ringed tail with a dark tip. She was a little shy but not a problem to handle.
KORAT KITTEN, MALE:
1 BOB EDWARDS’S MOESI SILVER TIPPY TOES (34) M 14.07.08. A well-grown cuddly boy of 5½ months. Heart-shaped head with good width between & across the eyes; rounded muzzle that needs to broaden. Large flat forehead, slight stop to the profile plus a nose bump. Level bite but his chin could be a fraction stronger. Well-set ears with rounded tips and a broad base. Wide open luminous eyes though they could a little larger for the full effect. Eyes amber in colour with a slight green ring around the pupil & obviously still developing. Well-grown semi-cobby body with elegant limbs & tapering tail of medium length. Lovely coat quality; single fine & close-lying. Of a darker blue at present, the silver tipping mainly limited to the extremities as yet. Some faint tabby markings on the body & more noticeable tail rings. A sweet lad shown in lovely condition.
BROWN MARBLED BENGAL KITTEN, FEMALE:
1 BOB AHMED’S ACHARAYA CANT TOUCH THIS (76 20) F 14.06.08. A well-grown young girl of 6½ months. Head a medium wedge, longer than wide and it needs to fill out on the muzzle. Shallow but very strong chin and level bite. Moderately large but rather tall ears with a broad base & rounded tips. Large eyes of a good green colour for her age, oval in shape & set on a slant. Long body of a good weight for her size with muscular limbs to balance. Moderately long, tapering tail that could be a little thicker. Soft, reasonably dense coat with black & brown markings on a golden base, paler colour on the underparts. Well-marked limbs & spotted tummy. Bold chin strap & distinct necklaces. She didn’t like her neighbours
but was OK to handle.
RUSSIAN BLUE NEUTER:
1 PC NOBLE’S GR PR LARKSONG LUKOSHKA (16a) MN 10.02.04. An elegant boy of 4 years. Head a fraction long overall & his wedge could be a little shorter. Quite prominent whisker pads. Level bite but his nose goes over his chin a little. Large vertically-set ears & almond-shaped green eyes set wide apart. Long elegant body with long limbs & long tapering tail to balance. Coat probably not at its best, double but it could be softer and is a touch long. Medium blued with a silvery sheen though slightly darker down the spine, a few faint tail rings. Gentle nature & easy to handle though he preferred to be cuddled. Just good enough for a certificate at present.
RUSSIAN BLUE NEUTER:
1 PC & BOB TRODD’S LARKSONG ANGELINA (16a) FN 27.01.08. A lovely young girl of 11 months, very elegant & with a good Russian expression. Flat skull, short wedge with slight dip to the profile plus a nose bump. Lovely prominent whisker pads. OK chin and level bite. Reasonably large ears set vertically to the head & almond-shaped eyes of a good green colour & set wide apart if a fraction deep. Long muscular body with long limbs & oval paws; long tapering tail. Coat a fraction long but dense, double & plushy. Even colour of medium blue with a silvery sheen. Gentle nature & easy to handle.
2 BANDY’S GR CH & PR TROIKA MARIA MOREVNA (16a) FN 08.06.00. A sweet gentle girl of 8 years. Head slightly rounded though her fur being a little long at present doesn’t help. Flat skull, short wedge & prominent whisker pads. Level bite with lovely teeth. Quite large ears set vertically to the head. Almond-
shaped eyes of a good green colour for her age. Long body with limbs & tail to balance. Lovely coat texture, soft & dense though it is a little long. Medium blue colour with a well-developed silvery sheen but with a darker colour down the spine. Easy to handle.
SNOW MARBLED BENGAL NEUTER, MALE:
1 IC & BOB GOODGER’S SOOSTEE WHITE KNIGHT (76b 20) MN 09.11.04. A big strong masculine boy of 4 years with a lovely gentle nature. Head a medium wedge longer than it is wide but it could do with a little more width. Level bite but his chin could be stronger. Medium ears set wide apart & large eyes of oval shape & of a deep blue colour. Long powerful body with muscular limbs of medium length. Tail a touch long & could be thicker. Soft dense coat with a distinct marbled pattern with some horizontal flow but it could be more asymmetrical. Spotted tummy & ringed tail with a dark tip. Pearl dusting in evidence. Shown in excellent condition & a pleasure to judge.
MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
AV FOREIGN BREEDERS ADULT, MALE:
1 SHAMMAS’S MIKKAR ASHANTI WARRIOR (23) M Usual Abyssinian. A strong muscular boy of just 12 months. Lovely head, a moderate wedge with good width between the ears & rounded contours. Well-set cupped ears & expressive eyes. Muscular body of medium build with limbs to balance & long tail of good thickness. Beautiful coat, short fine & close-lying & lovely rich colour overall colour. Distinct black ticking on a rich ruddy base. Shown in excellent condition & easy to handle.
2 LACEY’S CH JENANCA LONE STAR (34) M Korat. A well-grown young man. Lovely head, broad & masculine & heart-shaped with good width between & across the eyes gently curving to a rounded muzzle. Well-set ears and large luminous eyes with green around the pupil. Strong muscular & semi-cobby body with elegant limbs & medium length tail. Close-lying blue coat but it is rather dense & could be more single. Gentle nature and easy to handle.
3 DESOLLA’S INDASIA PHANTOM OF THEOPERA (33 17) M Cornish Rex. A young boy of only 13 months but well-grown & elegant. Head a medium wedge narrowing to a rounded muzzle though a fraction pinched. Almost straight profile. Large ears set rather high & oval eyes of medium size. Elegant & muscular body carried high on long slender limbs. Long fine tail. Beautiful coat, short & silken & well-rexed with a lovely feel to the touch. Shown in super condition apart from a patch of stud tail. Gentle nature and easy to handle.
AV FOREIGN BREEDERS KITTEN, MALE:
1 WILLIAMS’S STREAKERS LINK LARKIN (84 31) M Sphynx. A well-grown young man of only 4 months. Head a medium wedge longer than it is wide with a distinctive whisker break. Strong muzzle & pronounced whisker pads. Well-set large ears with a very broad base & lemon-shaped eyed that could be a little larger. Muscular body with a rounded chest & abdomen and limbs to balance. Long slender tail. Typical absence of coat & warm chamois leather feel. Wrinkles on the neck & shoulders. Lovely temperament & easy to handle.
2 TROTTER’S TROTKATZ CHOCOLATE ROBIN (72b) M Asian Chocolate. A promising boy of 5½ months but with lots of developing yet to do, still very much a baby. Head a short blunt wedge with a gently rounded top. Well-set ears & expressive eyes, the colour developing at present. Good body shape with limbs & tail to balance. Nice warm chestnut brown colour to the coat which has a fine texture but it is a little long at present. Easy to handle.
3 ZICCARDI’S AFFECTIONATE ACE VENTURA (76 30) M Brown Spotted Bengal. A well-grown young man of only 3½ months. Head a medium wedge with wide set ears and oval eyes. Well-grown body with a very broad chest and limbs & tail to balance. Coat rather long with a silky & fine texture and not typical at present. Pale gold base coat with rosetted spots but rather a lot of linkage. Spotted tummy. He wasn’t keen on his neighbours.
AC ABYSSINIAN KITTEN:
1 SMITH’S WAVETAIL GALADRIEL (23) F Usual Abyssinian. A well-grown girl of 7 months with a lovely rich overall colour. Good head, a moderate wedge with rounded contours. Well-set cupped ears & large expressive green eyes. Muscular body of medium build & size with elegant limbs to balance. Her tail could be a little longer but with good thickness at the base. Fine close-lying coat clearly ticked with black on a rich apricot base. Chest almost clear of markings. She had a bit of a grumble but wasn’t a problem to handle. Shown in lovely condition.
AV FOREIGN NEUTER NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR:
1 ANDERSON-KEEBLE’S GR PR SANTILLO FEROMESES MERCURY (78 30s) MN Egyptian Mau. A very handsome fellow who I have met on several occasions before. Lovely type with a typical worried expression. Strong muscular body, a very well-grown boy. Lovely coat, close-lying with a distinct spotted pattern on a silvery-white agouti base. Shown in excellent condition, he had a bit of a grumble but he wasn’t a problem to handle.
2 MARSHALL’S GR PR LORRENTINO CRYSTAL SPARKLE (33a 14) FN Devon Rex. An elegant well-grown girl of 2 years with a lovely feel to her sparkling white coat, she has a very apt name! Pixie head, a short broad wedge with a short nose, good whisker break and strong muzzle. Flat skull, rounded brow and OK stop to the profile, ideally it could be more defined. High cheek bones. Level bite and deep chin that falls off very slightly at the tip. Large ears that start low with a very broad base and rounded tips. Large oval eyes set wide apart and on a slant but a little deep. Elegant neck and strong muscular body of medium length. Long slender legs, oval paws and long tapering tail. Well-covered with a soft dense coat of an even length on the body. Lovely rexing though ideally she could have tighter ripples. Shown in lovely condition and a gentle nature.
3 TRODD’S LARKSONG ANGELINA.
KORAT CAT ASSOCIATION
MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
KORAT BREEDERS ADULT, FEMALE:
1 JEFFERS’S GR CH MAIPENRAI TAO LUCY (34) F Korat. A strong mature girl of 4 years. Lovely type, heart-shaped head with well-set ears. Large luminous & wide open eyes of a pale green colour. Muscular body, semi-cobby & of a good weight for her size. Elegant limbs but her tail could do with a little more length for balance. Short fine & close-lying blue coat with silver tipping. Shown in lovely condition.
2 SALTMARSHE’S THANONWANG ELVENSTAR (34c) F Thai Lilac . A younger girl of not yet 2 years, lovely colour to her coat, a warm pinky-beige tipped with silver. Heart-shaped head with a rounded muzzle. Well-set ears & large eyes of a good green around the pupil but paler towards the rims. Well-grown semi-cobby body with limbs to balance & medium length, tapering tail.
3 LACEY’S JENANCA ANJALI (34) F Korat. A mature girl of 4 years though a little on the small side and she looks young for her age. Good Korat expression , heart-shaped head with large well-set ears and large
luminous eyes of a lovely green colour. Muscular body with limbs to balance though her tail could do with a little more length. Short fine & close-lying blue coat with silver tipping.
KORAT NON-BREEDERS ADULT, MALE:
1 NICHOLS’S CH TINY GLAH HOO-A JY (34) M Korat. A strong masculine boy of 3½ years. Broad heart-shaped head with good width between & across the eyes and gently rounded muzzle. Large ears with an alert expression & large luminous green eyes. Powerful semi-cobby body with limbs & tail to balance. Lovely coat, single & close-lying. Blue colour with well-developed silver tipping. A gentle fellow who was easy to handle and my choice for Best Korat Adult.
2 EDWARDS’S GR CH KORRAHK PEE SAKORN (34) M Korat. A strong & masculine boy celebrating his 2nd birthday at the show. Nice type, heart-shaped head with width between & across the eyes and a rounded muzzle. Large high set ears & large luminous eyes though the colour could be of a deeper green colour. Muscular semi-cobby body with limbs & tail to balance. Single & fine close-lying blue coat though the silver tipping could be more developed. Shown in lovely condition & easy to handle.
3 LACEY’S JUSARKA POINT-TO-POINT (34 40 2) M Thai Blue Point.
REX CAT ASSOCIATION
MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
AV ADOLESCENT ADULT:
1 DESOLLA’S INDASIA PHANTOM OF THEOPERA (33 17) M Cornish Rex.
2 SMITH’S CH PHILOKALIA ALF NELSON (33a 36b) M 08.11.07 Devon Rex . A strong chocolate smoke boy of only 14 months with a lovely coat. Head a short broad wedge with a short nose, good whisker break and strong muzzle. High cheek bones. Flat skull but a slope to the profile rather than a well-defined stop. Level bite & rounded chin. Large ears with a broad base & rounded tips, set wide and reasonably low. Large eyes of oval shape set wide apart and on a slant. Muscular body of medium length & carried high on long slender limbs. Long tapering tail well-covered in short wavy fur. Well-covered elsewhere with a dense & reasonably soft coat, well-rexed with ripples on the body. He was a little excitable when handled but I put it down to being the end of the day. Shown in lovely condition.
3 DAVIES’S INDASIA ELWING STARDUST (33 40 6) F Cornish Rex

Congratulations to Lynda for a marvellous show. Thank you for the invitation to judge in the Non Pedigree section. Thanks to Hilary Dean for stewarding for me her help was invaluable.
BLACK WHITE OR BLACK & WHITE NEUTER:
1 RICE’S HOMER. Lovely old gentleman of 18 years young. Well groomed Black & White coat which felt silky to the touch, white bib and stripe down his nose, lovely yellow eyes and long whiskers. Well behaved gentle cat who handled well. Lovely cat and looked very good for such a remarkable age
AC KITTEN:
1 BUTLER’S BENZ. Delightful 5 month old male red kitten with tabby markings. White socks on back feet and white tips to his front paws. Lovely green eyes and very long whiskers. Super condition. Handled well. Lovely little lad.
2 DRESCHER’S DOTTIE. Another really pretty kitten, sparkling white coat with not a hair out of place, lovely green eyes and long whiskers, super temperament. Handled well. I wish I had two 1st places.
NEUTER OR KITTEN NEVER SHOWN BEFORE:
1 BUTLER’S BENZ
2 DRESCHER’S DOTTIE
NEUTER OR KITTEN NEVER WON A FIRST PRIZE:
1BUTLER’S BENZ
BEST PREPARED LONG HAIRED OR SEMI-LONGHAIRED NEUTER OR KITTEN:
1 GRANT’S PEBBLE. What a lovely boy, he was well grown and in super condition, very well groomed lovely blue & white coat, good eye colour, white flash down his face, super temperament handled well.
2 PEPPERELL’S LOUIE. Well grown boy of 5 years, seal points to his face, tail and paws with contrasting body colour. Well groomed coat, short bushy tail, pale blue eyes, excellent condition. Lovely temperament.
3 DANTON-VIZOR’S JASPER. Blue pointed boy of 4 years old, well grown and in good condition, well groomed coat lovely blue eyes, a little nervous today, but handled well.
BEST PREPARED SHORT HAIRED NEUTER OR KITTEN:
1 TOOTH’S OLIVER TWIST. Super Red & White boy of 15 months, immaculate coat, rich red and sparkling white, stripy tiger tail, large round orange eyes, Good natured fellow in excellent condition, I could have taken him home.
2 RICE’S HOMER
RADIUS NEUTER OR KITTEN:
1 TOOTH’S OLIVER TWIST
2 DRESCHER’S DOTTIE
VISITORS NEUTER OR KITTEN:
1 BUTLER’S BENZ
2 PEPPERELL’S LOUIE
3 DANTON-VIZOR’S JASPER

Many thanks to Lynda for asking me to judge at this combined show. I had a great day. Jenny Fleming kindly stewarded for me and was a great help both to me and the cats who benefited from her careful handling. My first Imperial certificate and it was such a pleasure to award it to UK & IGP Maipenrai Taoprincess.

IGP DAY’S UK & IGP MAIPENRAI TAOPRINCESS (34) FN 9.4.04 Very gentle Korat lady with great presence. Lovely short, soft close lying coat – well tipped with silver throughout. Large flat forehead, slight nose break. Level bite and good chin. Large eyes of good clear green. Large ears, set rather high on the head and wide at the base. Tapered tail with rounded tip, thicker at the base. In lovely condition. Excellent type with good heart shape look to head. Super temperament.

1ST CC LACEY’S JENANCA LONE STAR (34) M 5.9.07 Very mature looking boy with full jowls. Good width between and across the eyes Good sized ears set high. Large, flat forehead. Slight nose break and downward curve to nose. Large, full pale green eyes. Medium length coat which is well tipped with silver. Coat was a little open at first – I think he was cold. Medium length tail.

2nd EDWARDS’ GR. CH. KOORAHK PEE SAKORN (34) M 10.1.07 An outspoken Korat boy who nevertheless handles OK. Very short darkish blue coat with a fair amount of silver tipping. Large, flat forehead, slight nose break and downward curve. Would like his eyes a little larger and they were rather yellow in colour. Well developed muzzle. Moderately large ears.

BOB NICHOLS’ CH. TINY GLAH HOO-A-JY (34) M 3.6.03 Lovely mature looking boy. Broad head across and between the eyes. Well developed muzzle. Moderately large ears, set high – wide at the base. Large, flat forehead. Slight nose break and good downward curve. Level bite and firm chin. Large, luminous eyes of excellent green. Medium length tapered tail. Large, muscular boy. Medium length coat which is well tipped. Handled well and in super condition.

1ST CC CHERKAS’ JUSARKA PUSSYWILLOW (34) F 18.8.02 A lovely girl with good heart shaped look to her head. Semi cobby body type. Large, lustrous eyes of good green. Flat forehead, slight nose break and slight downward curve. Level bite and good chin. Short, well silver tipped coat. Medium length tapered tail. Handled well and good weight and condition.

2ND LACEY’S JENANCA ANJALI (34) F 27.6.04 A petite female but of very good weight for her size. Good heart shape look to her head. Slight nose break. Level bite and good chin. Short, mid blue coat with good silver tipping. Very short and soft single coat. Large ears set high on the head. Large, pale green eyes. Tail is tapered and just balances for length.

3RD COLLAR’S JENANCA BLUE BONNY (34) F 4.2.08 Slight immature at the moment. Good weight although body still rather slender. Well tipped short close lying coat. Large, full eyes but rather yellow. Nose just a fraction long and has a small bump. Quite large high set ears.

4th EDWARDS’ CH. KOORAHK ROSY (34) F 4.3.07 Rosy was not too happy to be handled. Darker blue, slightly long coat. Large flat forehead. Slight nose break and downward curve and slight bump. Quite large pale green eyes with a slight amber cast. Level bite. More silver tipping on face/muzzle than on body. Tapered tail with rounded tip.

JEFFERS’ GR. CH. MAIPENRAI TAO LUCY (34) F 9.4.04 Mature and well made girl who likes her food. Good heart shape to head. Large, pale yellowish green eyes. Quite large ears set high on the head and flair at the base. Medium length coat which is well tipped with silver.

1st Lacey’s Maipenrai Lilac Magnolia (34c) F .3.03 A lovely Thai Lilac female with good silver tipping. Flat forehead. Super large, green eyes. Tail perhaps a fraction short. Slight nose break. Level bite and good chin. Large, well set ears.

1st Williams-Ellis’ Gr. Ch Jenanca Astrids Hope (34) FN 16.9.02 A big female neuter who obviously likes her food. Fairly large eyes of good green colour. Medium length coat – a little open but possibly the cool hall conditions of the early morning! Fairly large ears. Level bite and good chin. Well silver tipped on her head and paws. Tail looking a little short against her well made body. Good heart shape look to head.

1st Collar’s Jenanca Clyde (34) MN 13.2.08 Young, rather immature looking boy but excellent weight. Very long in the body at the moment. Also longer head proportions. Large ears. Flat forehead. Slight break to nose and downward curve. Level bite. Long, tapered tail. Well silver tipped on face and legs. Made a lot of noise out of his pen!

Many thanks to Lynda for asking me to judge at this combined show. I had a great day, although very busy with the Rexes. Jenny Fleming kindly stewarded for me and was a great help both to me and the cats who benefited from her careful handling. I have to say that I also fell in love with more than one Selkirk Rex!

Gr. Pr. Hummerston’s Ch & Gr. Pr. Chrisan Camelot (33 31s) MN 3.7.06 Lovely, elegant Cornish Rex boy with a super coat. Really tight rippled waves all over. Large, mussel shell shaped ears set rather high on the head. Moderate wedge. Rounded muzzle. Good profile, almost straight. Level bite although chin could be stronger. Eyes of good shape when relaxed. Super temperament. Excellent condition and presentation.

1ST HAZEL’S WYREWOOD CONQUEROR (79s 15) M 6.7.07 A Selkirk Rex of considerable presence. Wonderful type and superb temperament. Very dense soft waved coat. Thick, medium length tail. Strong legs. Full jowls. Round, broad head and medium sized ears. Good cobby body. A delight to judge.

2ND DESOLLA’S INDASIA PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (33 17) M 2.3.08 A big and elegant Cornish Rex boy. Slender body and limbs. Moderate wedge head. Flat skull curving gently to straight nose. Large ears, set rather high on the head. Medium sized oval eyes, top line almost straight. Level bite and good chin. Soft, gently waved coat. Long, fine tapered tail which is well covered. Handled well.

3RD CRAGG’S WAKANDA SIRIUS BLACK (80L 36) M 22.7.07 LaPerm. Well built gentleman who handled well. Moderate wedge with gentle contours. Gentle nose break. Large and expressive eyes. Medium long coat with ruff and plumed tail. Long curly whiskers. Wavy coat with springy texture.

1ST DAVIES INDASIA ELWING STARDUST (33 40 6) F 2.3.08
2ND WISNIEWSKI & SMITH’S INDASIA DANCING QUEEN (33 40 6) F 2.3.08

1ST       NEWTON’S ADATESH SHANGRI LA (84 22) F 25.3.08
2nd       SHEPHERD’S GR. CH. LORRENTINO LADYGUINEVERE (33a 36) F 27.7.04
3rd        SMITH’S CH. PHILOKALIA ALF NELSON (33a 36b) M 8.11.07

1ST CARTER & CROSS’ RASTAKESHI VEYRON (33 31b) M 5.7.08 Chocolate & White Cornish kitten. A nice big boy with elegance. Large, mussel shell shaped ears, Moderate wedge with rounded muzzle. Level bite and good chin. Flat skull, curving gently to almost straight profile. Well covered with a short wavy coat. Oval eyes, medium in size with slight slant to the outer edge of the ear. Crinkly whiskers and eyebrows.

2ND WILLIAMS’ STREAKERS LINK LARKIN (84 31) M 5.9.08 A wriggly Sphynx boy with very large wide based ears. Ears well set. Moderate wedge and good cheekbones and whisker break. Slight stop to nose. (loved his black nose leather!) Lemon shaped eyes, although would like them a little larger. Muscular body and broad chested. Long slender tail. Totally without fur, peach skin feel to his body. Wrinkles on head.

3RD LEE’S SEWNSEW WOTSITABOUTALFIE (79s 16) M 14.4.08 Selkirk. A lovely young male. Round head, broad head and medium ear size. Large, round eyes. Cobby body - strong legs and boning. Medium length soft, slightly waved coat. Thick medium length tail.

1ST SOUTHALL’S COLDENUFFORSNOW YUKIKO (83aw) F 20.7.08 A very attractive Snowshoe girl. Perfect inverted white “V” on face. Four white feet. Short, smooth coat with slight resilience. Perfect bite and good chin. Moderate head proportions – broad wedge with gentle contours. Walnut shaped blue eyes. Tapered tail. Handled well and in super condition.

2ND ANDERSON’S CURLU PIPER (79L 40 4) F 1.9.08 Selkirk. A lovely baby, so sweet and gentle. Very nice type with round head and medium sized well set ears. Good cobby bone structure. Forehead rounded. Round, pale blue eyes. Semi-long coat which is well curled. Tail curls plumy and tail held across the back (so sweet!). Strong legs and round paws.

3RD CROSS’S RASTACAT KAHRENZAH (33 28) F 30.6.08 Cornish Rex kitten of good size and weight. Very soft, short and softly rippled coat. Moderate wedge head although a slight muzzle pinch at the moment. Level bite and chin falls away a little. Slender body and limbs. Large ears set rather high on the head. Flat skull curing gently to an almost straight profile.

1ST       WILLIAMS’ GIMBUS APOLONIA (33a 36f) 22.4.08
2ND       CROSS’S RASTACAT KAHRENZAH (33 28) F 30.6.08
3RD       PYWELL’S ADATESH WOOS FUJICHERRY (33a 36f) F 16.4.08

1st        MARSHALL’S GR. PR. LORRENTINO CRISTAL SPARKLE (33a 14) FN 15.7.06
2ND       SMITH’S PHILOKALIA DEE MONIQUE (33a 36) FN 8.11.07
3RD       MACKENZIE’S DEANFIELD FANCIFUL (83w) FN 19.4.06

1ST       GOODWIN’S ILONA CHANCE (79 30f) MN 18.8.07
2ND       PINCHES’ REXITUDE VERY VELVAREX (33a 18e) FN 13.4.05
3RD       SMITH’S PHILOKALIA DEE MONIQUE (33a 36) FN 8.11.07

1ST       NICHOLS’ ULURU BC OMASTE PO (80L 22c) FN 31.3.99
2nd       HALL’S PR. JONSCOTT ZAZU (33a 31as) MN 16.9.07
3RD       MCRAE’S VELVAREX AMLACH (33a 30e) FN 26.11.07

A busy well organised show, with lovely exhibits. Many thanks to Simon Doren for his very competent handling of the cats, and for his amusing comments.
AV FOREIGN ORIGINAL BREEDS CHAMPION MALE: Six in the class.
GR CH DESOLLA’S CH BRUNNBACKEN’S SAMBESI 23. This cat stood out as a clear winner.   A lovely well built balanced boy. Really good body with good length tail. Fine legs and rounded paws. Good head lines with good width at top of head, well spaced ears. Expressive eyes. Blunt muzzle, if anything chin a little shallow. Lovely warm rich well ticked coat. No white. And oh, what a temperament.   A real want to take home cat.
R. NICHOLS’ CH TINY GLAH HOO-AJY 34. What a solid boy. Really weighty body. Medium length tail Very good rounded chest. Very strong heart shaped head. Full cheeks. Good nose line with retrouse nose. Strong muzzle. Large luminous eyes of medium green colour. Extremely good coat texture of nice medium blue. Close lying plush coat, really nice to feel.
AV FOREIGN ORIGINAL BREEDS CHAMPION FEMALE: Nine in the class.
GR CH JEFFERS GR CH. MAINPENRAI TAO LUCY 34. A really nicely built girl. Body of good substance and rounded chest. Tail a little short, tapered. Fine legs and rounded paws. Has very good expression. Good size well placed ears. Short nose and firm chin. Lovely luminous eyes a little pale in colour. Extremely good coat texture and colour.
R. LUXFORD-WATTS CH DU-BU STARSHINE 33 18c. A nicely developed girl. Good strong body with good length tapering tail. Fine legs and oval feet. Has good head lines with tall held ears. Good straight profile and firm level chin. Almond shaped eyes. Extremely good plush coat, very soft and heavily rippled.
BROWN SPOTTED BENGAL ADULT MALE:
1 CH BOB MORELAND’S STAWINDS NOIR-DIAMOND. An absolute cracker with a lot of voice. Young but well matured. Extremely powerful body with good length tail, rather tapered. Strong legs and feet. Head of right proportions. Well developed cheeks. Good nose line with broad muzzle and jaw. Medium size ears. Good eye set. Absolutely super coat for texture and markings. Shows good rich rufous colouring.
2 AHMED’S SUNTOUCHED WOW FACTOR.   Still young, and as yet lacking the wow factor. Far too lean and light weight. Good length of body with reasonably broad tail. Head needs to mature. Medium size ears. Has good nose line. Expressive eyes. Lovely rosetted coat pattern of rich ruddy colour. Markings show good contrast. He did not really want to be there on the day.
BROWN SPOTTED BENGAL ADULT FEMALE:
CNH. ZICCARDI’S AFFECTIONATE WANDA WOMAN.
SINGAPURA ADULT MALE:
BOB SANDERSON’S GR CH CATOMINE FRISKY FANDANGO.
1 CH BOOTH & SHEWARD’S CH VALISA FLASHING BLADE. A very gentle friendly boy. Very alert. Good feel to hard muscular body, medium length tail. Broad rounded top of head. Well developed cheeks. Eyes a little small. Slight dip in nose line. Firm level chin and broad muzzle. Down turned tip to nose. Extremely good coat, close lying and fine of golden ivory base colour. Very well ticked.
2 GREENFIELD’S CH KARCASAM RAHAEL. Rather tense. Good feel to body with good length balanced tail. Good legs and rounded paws. Quite full faced, and holding ears quite tall. Full eyes. Coat of good texture of good ivory base colour, well ticked. White on chin, neck and throat.
SINGAPURA ADULT FEMALE:
1 CH PENFOLD’S VALISA KEEKO AMIRA. A nicely grown well balanced girl. Good feel to body with quite long tapered tail. Fine legs and rounded paws. Head a shot wedge. Straight nose. Medium size wide set ears. Eyes quite full although almond shaped. Broad muzzle. Close lying coat of good texture. Warm ivory base colour.
2 PAVEY’S SENCES GOLD FLY. What an absolutely sweetie. On the small side but and very dainty. Very compact and composed. Good length tail. Very nice head lines with whisker break. Nice bold eyes. Shows required markings. Well ticked coat of warm base colour.
SNOW SPOTTED BENGAL KITTEN FEMALE:
1 BOB MORELAND’S VRECHVA TOBYSDENMAGNOLIA. Almost adult, therefore a little on the small side. Powerful body with good length broad at base tail. Good head lines, correctly small in proportion to body. Well set ears. Good blue eyes. Has a gentle slope to nose. Broad muzzle. Plush coat with well defined markings.
SINGAPURA KITTEN FEMALE:
1 BOB PENFOLD’S KWANSAN NUTIKITI NALA. Quite a delightful girl, well proportioned. Good feel to body with good length tail. Fine legs and feet. Very well proportioned head with slight dip to nose. Well held ears. Shows good full eyes. Strong muzzle. Lovely colour coat showing warm ivory ground colour and good cheetah markings to face.
BROWN SPOTTED BENGAL NEUTER:
BOB CRUTCHLEY’S IMP GR PR TOBYSDEN BALOU.
SINGAPURA NEUTER MALE:
BOB LANE’S PR DRASNIAN RAFFLES JEWELS.

Many thanks to both Celia and Lynda for the invitations to judge at these joint shows; I had an interesting and very enjoyable day meeting some lovely cats. Grateful thanks also go to Sarah Walker, who stepped in to steward for me at short notice and was such a help and good company on the day.
A C Burmese Imperial Grand Champion, Male: One cat present. ImpGCC. MATTHEWS’S CR CH KATCHYN COCO LOCO. 17/2/06. Mature handsome boy of good overall type and with a distinctly masculine look. Long slender lithe body is of very good weight and substance, feeling firm and muscular; straight back, gently rounded chest and slender shapely limbs ending in compact oval paws in proportion. Head shows short wide wedge, further accentuated by well developed jowls, slightly rounded top between well spaced medium ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Large lustrous yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical Burmese expression. Very slight curve to brow, very good break, straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth. Coat is fine and of medium length, close lying and with a very good satiny texture for a working boy, in super condition with a glossy shine. Warm rich rather dark milk chocolate is even in tone overall although a little pale towards the roots; just slightly lighter and uneven in tone up the tail. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and is a fraction short to balance. Shy boy, quiet and slightly apprehensive out on the table, more relaxed and very sweet natured in his pen. I forgave him the slightly uneven coat colour because of the time of year and variable weather; he has a super Burmese expression!
A C Burmese Imperial Grand Champion, Female: Three girls entered. ImpGCC. COLIN’S GR CH AUREUS FEMME FATALE. 8/10/06. Very attractive and stylish girl, looking mature, well balanced and of good type. Slender lithe elegant body is of very good weight and substance, feeling firm and well muscled with straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender well shaped elegant limbs ending in neat oval feet in proportion. Head forms short wide wedge, blunt in the muzzle with very gently rounded top between well spaced medium size broad based ears of good shape. Lovely large lustrous rich yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give lovely Burmese expression. Very gentle curve to brow, good break, short straight nose, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Medium length coat is fine and very close lying with a smooth satin-like texture, in beautiful condition with a gleaming shine. Pale to medium dove grey, even in tone with pinkish cast just discernable in hall light, very attractive frosted effect to head, ears and limbs. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and just balances. Confident and lively girl, good natured but with plenty to say for herself. Res ImpGCC. JARVIS’S GR CH KYMIAN SABRINA. 23/5/02. Very pretty girl, mature, nicely balanced and of good overall type. Compact slender body is of very good weight for size, feeling firm and well muscled with straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender well shaped limbs ending in dainty oval paws in proportion. Head forms short wide wedge, blunt in the muzzle with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Lustrous large chartreuse yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide to give typical Burmese expression. Slightest of curves to brow, very good break, nose leather falls away at tip; chin is level and of fairly good depth. Medium length coat is quite fine and lies close to the body, texture is smooth and satiny, in super condition with a gleaming shine. Warm rich medium seal brown is mixed with warm rich bright medium tangerine. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and almost balances. Delightful temperament, very affectionate and a real purr-box – happy little soul with a lovely expression.
A O Foreign Grand Premier, Male: Four cats entered. GPC. PLAW’S IMP GR PR RAINSONG STEVIE GERRARD. Red Ticked Tabby Asian. 28/6/05. Handsome mature boy, well balanced and of good overall type. Slender well filled body is of medium size and feels heavy, well muscled and of good substance, with straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender well shaped legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion. Head shows short wide wedge with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium large ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Large lustrous chartreuse yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical Burmese expression. Very slight curve to brow, a touch heavy boned over the eyes, very good break, straight nose slopes down, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Medium length coat is fine and close-lying with a smooth satiny texture; in super condition and displaying a gleaming shine. Pattern of well defined ticking in rich intense medium dark tangerine red is evenly distributed over bright pale tangerine ground, distinct spine line, necklace is well defined and just broken, a few short narrow bars on forelegs and short smudged bars on knees. “M” and scarab on forehead, mascara effect to eyes surrounded by light spectacles, defined pencilling on cheeks. Tail tapers evenly to rounded tip and is a touch short to balance. Good natured boy, talkative and relaxed. Super coat texture and lovely colour. Res GPC. ELDRIDGE’S GR PR FRILFORD FUSILIER. Black Shaded Silver Asian. 10/10/02. Large handsome lad of very pleasing type. Long slender body is well filled, heavy and substantial, feeling firm and muscular; straight back, gently rounded chest, slender shapely legs and compact oval paws in proportion. Short wide wedge shaped head is slightly pointed in the muzzle, with very gently rounded top between well spaced medium large ears, broad at the base and of good shape with tiny tufts at the tips. Large lustrous rich golden yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Brow is a little flat, very good break, straight nose, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Coat is just a touch long overall but very close lying with a smooth satiny texture; in very good condition with a glossy shine. Mantle of jet black shading is evenly distributed over clear sparkling silver base, hint of a faint well broken necklace, multiple narrow bars on legs and broken rings along tail; “M” and skullcap on forehead, mascara effect to eyes surrounded by light spectacles, well defined pencilling on cheeks. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and just short to balance. Very shy and slightly nervous boy, but very good natured.
A O Foreign Grand Premier, Female: One cat entered. GPC STEELS’ PR ABBURREX PREEMADONNA. Brown Ticked Tabby Asian. 11/6/05. Attractive mature girl of good overall type. Balanced slender body is of very good weight and substance, lithe, firm and well muscled with level back, gently rounded chest and slender well shaped limbs ending in neat oval paws in proportion. Head shows short wide wedge with slightly rounded top between medium size broad based ears of good shape, spaced well apart when she is settled and relaxed. Large lustrous pale chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very slight curve to brow, good break, straight nose and level chin of reasonably good depth. Fine close lying coat is of medium length and satin smooth texture, shown in beautiful condition with a glossy shine. Well defined pattern of ticking in rich dark seal brown is evenly distributed over a warm pale beige base, two bands of ticking visible; slight spine line, defined necklace is broken, a few short narrow bars on legs. “M” and scarab on forehead, attractive mascara effect to eyes surround by lighter spectacles, well defined pencilling on face and faint “thumb-prints” on backs of ears. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and length is a little short to balance. Alert, inquisitive and very good natured.
Burmese Red Neuter, Male: One cat entered. 1PC & BOB. QUINCEY’S PR MAYRLING RED RUM. 17/11/07. Mature handsome boy of pleasing type. Slender long body is well filled and of very good weight, feeling firm and muscular; straight back, gently rounded chest and slender shapely legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion. Head forms short wide wedge with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium large ears of good shape. Large and lustrous rich amber yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very gentle curve to brow, good break, chin is level and of reasonably good depth. Medium length coat is fine and close-lying with a good satiny texture, in very good condition with a gleaming shine. Rich warm quite bright medium tangerine colouring is even in tone with good colour to the roots; faint well broken necklace visible. Tail is a touch thick at the base and tapers evenly to rounded tip; length almost balances. Slightly apprehensive out of his pen and rather tense, but overall a good tempered lad and quite easy to handle.
Burmese Cream Neuter, Female: One cat entered. 1PC & BOB. STEELS’ CH ABBURREX CREAM CORINNA. 13/8/01. Charming Cream girl, mature and nicely balanced. Slender compact body is well filled and of very good weight, feeling firm with well developed muscle tone; level back, correctly rounded chest, slender shapely limbs and neat oval feet in proportion. Head shows short wide wedge with slightly rounded top and well spaced medium ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Large lustrous rich yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very slight curve to brow, very good break, nose leather falls away at very tip; chin is level and needs a touch more depth. Medium length coat is fine, a touch long on the back, but lies close to the body and has good satiny texture, in superb condition with a glistening sheen. Rich medium to slightly dark cream, even coolish tone overall, very faint well broken necklace and faint smudge on each knee, good powdering evident on head and ears. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and is almost balances. Delightful temperament, very affectionate and contented girl.
A V Rex Imperial Grand Champion, Female: Two cats entered. IMPGCC. SHEPHERD’S GR CH LORRENTINO LADYGUINEVERE. Black Smoke Devon Rex. 27/7/04. Mature attractive girl of good overall type, but not at all happy to see me today. Slender long well filled body is firm and muscular and of very good weight and substance, gently rounded chest and slender elegant well shaped limbs ending in neat oval paws in proportion. Head forms short broad wedge with good width to high cheeks and breadth to short quite strong muzzle showing defined whisker break and with long curled whiskers. Quite large wide based ears are of good shape and spaced well apart, set fairly low, but could be just a touch lower for perfection; very modest muffs and tiny tufts at tips. Flat skull curves forward at brow, good stop, short nose and level chin of reasonably good depth. Large lustrous rounded almond shaped eyes are set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical “wicked” expression. Untidy bite, but level. Well covered with fine silky coat, good curl to hairs gives regular shallow waves, but which can be felt, on back, sides and lower flanks, rather straight on upper flanks and along length of spine; rexing on head and down chest although a little sparse on throat, shallow ripples down legs, fine down on tummy and very loose waves along tail. Tail tapers evenly to finer tip; length is a fraction short to balance. Very unwilling to be handled and assessed, but calm and settled quickly when returned to her pen.   2. Res IMPGCC withheld. DESOLLA’S UK & IMP GR CH INDASIA MIRISKIA. In my book as a Blue Smoke Cornish Rex, but appeared to be a Blue Self. 28/5/03. Attractive girl, mature and of very pleasing type. Long slender body is firm and well muscled, of good weight with elegant foreign boning, gently rounded chest and standing tall on slender well shaped legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion. Head shows medium wedge with good breadth to slightly pointed muzzle and high cheek-bones, long curled whiskers. Fairly large ears are broad at the base and cupped, however it was difficult to get her to hold them high enough on her head and she persisted in holding them just a little too low and slightly flared. Large lustrous oval eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart straight brows. Flat skull curves forward at brow, slight dip in profile line to nose, chin is just level and needs more depth. Well covered with fine silky coat, quite dense overall with gentle curl to hairs giving regular shallow waves on sides and flanks which can just about be felt, broad strip of straight hairs along back, ripples across shoulders, shallow ripples down legs, rexing on head and chest and well covered tummy; loose waves along tail. Tail tapers evenly to fine end and is short to balance. Very relaxed and sweet natured with a soft purr.   Sorry to withhold, but this is a very prestigious award and her low ear set in particular, coupled with relative lack of wave and a few other minor faults, ruled her out today.
Devon Rex Grand Premier, Male: One cat entered. 1. GPC withheld. HALL’S PR JONSCOT ZAZU. Blue Smoke & White Devon Rex. 16/9/07. Large handsome boy of very pleasing type. Long slender body is of good size, weight and substance, firm and muscular with straight back, gently rounded chest and slender shapely legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion. Head shows short broad wedge with good high cheeks and breadth to quite strong muzzle with defined whisker break and long curled whiskers and eye-brows. Well spaced quite large ears are broad at the base and of good shape, but should be set a little lower, very modest muffs and tiny tufts. Large almond shaped eyes are set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical expression. Flat skull curves forward to brow, good stop, straight nose is a fraction long; chin recedes slightly and needs more depth. Well covered with fine silky coat, good density overall, except for tail, and with gentle curl to hairs giving very shallow ripples visible on back, sides and flanks, but which I couldn’t feel, hairs are almost straight along spine-line, slight ripples across shoulders and very slight curl to hairs on lower back, slight ripples at tops of legs, plush lower down, rexing down chest, fine down on throat and tummy; very loose waves on tail and a some harsh guard hairs near base. Tail is of good shape, tapering to finer end and is a fraction short to balance. Talkative boy, friendly and contented.
Tiffanie Adult, Male: One cat entered. 1CC. GRANT’S TAHIRAH FREESPIRIT. Brown Shaded Silver. 30/1/08. Handsome boy, developing well and looking mature for almost 12 months and of good overall type. Long slender body is of very good weight and substance, feeling firm and muscular with straight back, gently rounded chest and slender shapely legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion with toe-tufts. Head forms short wide wedge with very gently rounded top between well spaced medium size broad based ears of good shape, well furnished with short streamers and with distinct tufts at tips. Large lustrous yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very gentle curve to brow, slightly heavily boned over the eyes, very good break, short nose with leather falling away at very tip, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Coat is medium long, fine and silky and lies flat to the body along the back, flowing down the sides and flanks to give good fringing to lower edges, modest ruff at present, good full plume to tail; shown in superb condition with a gleaming shine. Mantle of medium shading in rich quite warm seal brown is evenly distributed over a sparkling silver ground, well broken necklace, several faint narrow bars on legs, “M” and skullcap on forehead, mascara effect to eyes surrounded by light spectacles, good pencilling on cheeks. Tail tapers evenly to finer rounded tip and just balances. Calm friendly boy, very relaxed and good natured.
Tiffanie Adult, Female: Two cats entered. 1CC & BOB. CHAPMAN’S CH KAGURA AUREOLE. Burmese Brown. 6/9/07. Very pretty girl, who is maturing nicely, well balanced and of good type. Slender elegant body is of medium size and very good weight and substance, lithe, firm and well muscled with straight back, gently rounded chest and slender elegant well shaped legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion, with tiny toe-tufts. Head forms short wide wedge, quite blunt in the muzzle with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium ears, broad at the base and of good shape; steamers from ears and tiny tufts at rounded tips. Lovely large lustrous warm yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give super Burmese expression. In profile shows good depth to skull with very gentle curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth. Fine medium long coat is smooth and silky in texture and lies flat to the body, flowing down sides and flanks to form fringing at lower edges, modest ruff at present and tail has fairly good plume. Rich warm even sable brown, even in tone; shown in superb condition and displaying a glossy shine. Tail tapers evenly to rounded tip, length almost balances. Affectionate, calm and very sweet natured. 2. GIBB’S RUSHBROOKE KAHLUA OVER ICE. Black Self. 5/12/07. Another pretty young lady, maturing well and of very pleasing type. Slender lithe body is of very good weight, sleek, firm and well muscled with straight back, gently rounded chest and slender elegant well shaped legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion with slight toe-tufts. Head shows short wide wedge with slightly rounded tip between well spaced medium ears, broad at the base and of good shape, furnished with short streamers with tiny tufts at tips. Large lustrous rich golden yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very gentle curve to brow, good break, hint of a tiny bump on nose and leather falls away at very tip, chin is just level and of reasonably good depth. Fine silky coat is medium long and lies flat to the body flowing smoothly along the back and down the sides and flanks, slight ruff beginning to develop and moderate plume to tail; in super condition with a glossy shine. Dense jet black colouring is solid and even in tone with quite good colour to the roots; showing a number of white hairs in the tail, particularly the under-tail and two or three between back legs. Tail tapers evenly to finer tip and almost balances. Shy slightly nervous girl, but very good natured.
Asian Tabby Neuter, Male: One cat entered for Best of Breed only. BOB to PLAW’S IMP GR PR RAINSONG STEVIE GERRARD.
Asian Tabby Neuter, Female: One cat entered. 1PC. STEELS’ PR ABBURREX PREEMADONNA.
Sphynx Assessment Kitten, Male & Female: Four kittens entered. Merit to WILLIAMS’ STREAKERS LINK LARKIN. Black & White.Male. 5/9/08. Very handsome young man, balanced and elegant and showing good overall type. Medium long slender body is lithe and of very good size and weight for age, feeling firm and muscular with gently rounded chest, well rounded rump and slender elegant well shaped legs ending in neat oval paws with “cushion” pads and long toes. Head forms modified wedge with rounded contours and prominent high cheek-bones, good breadth to quite rounded muzzle with defined whisker break and prominent pads. Flat plane to brow, moderate break, chin recedes slightly and is of reasonably good depth. Large lustrous rich yellow eyes are lemon shaped and set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical expression. Flat plane to brow, moderate at the base and of good shape, spaced well apart. Fine down feels like warm chamois leather, clean and with modest wrinkling to skin, fine short hair on nose and tips of ears, attractive pattern and shown in superb condition. Tail tapers to fine tip, just long enough to balance body. Alert, lively boy, very demanding of my attention and interested in all around him.   Merit to NEWTON’S SIMPLYREDS HELEN OF TROY. Cream Female. 22/4/08. Very attractive stylish girl, almost adult and developing well, of good overall type. Balanced slender body is of very good weight, firm and well muscle with gently rounded chest and elegant slender neck, well rounded rump and elegant slender limbs ending in neat oval paws with “cushion” pads and elegant long toes. Head forms modified wedge with rounded contours and prominent cheek-bones, good breadth to gently rounded muzzle with defined whisker break and rounded prominent whisker pads. Large wide based ears are of good shape and spaced well apart. Large golden yellow eyes are shaped like lemons and set wide apart and at a slight slant to give very pleasing expression. Flat plane to brow, moderate break, chin is almost level and of reasonably good depth. Fine down with texture of peach-skin and good resistance when stroked, slightly longer down on nose and backs of ears; attractive blue colour and in superb condition, clean and well presented. Tail tapers evenly to finer tip and length just balances. Calm, confident and very affectionate girl, a pleasure to judge.   Merit to NEWTON’S TALLTREES AYASHA. Red Tabby & White Female. 19/4/08. Attractive well grown girl, almost adult and looks the part, showing very pleasing type. Long slender body is nicely balanced and of very good weight and substance, feeling firm and well muscled with well rounded rump, gently rounded chest and elegant well shaped legs ending in neat oval feet in proportion with ”cushion” pads. Head shows modified wedge with rounded contours and prominent cheek-bones, quite good breadth to muzzle with whisker break and rounded prominent whisker-pads. Well spaced ears are large, wide at the base and of good shape. Large expressive lemon shaped eyes are rich yellow in colour and set wide apart and at a slight slant. In profile has flat plane to brow, slight break, chin is just level and needs a little more depth. Covered in fine down, feels like chamois leather and has good resisitance, slightly longer fine hairs on bridge of nose and ear-backs; shown in super condition and well prepared. Tail tapers evenly to fine tip and balances. Confident girl, affectionate and showed herself well. Merit to PLUMB’S AMAROGUE SNOOPY LOOPY. Blue & White Female. 21/9/08. Pretty and dainty baby girl of good size and weight for three and a half months, showing promising type. Head forms modified wedge with gently rounded contours and prominent cheek-bones, distinct whisker break and gently rounded muzzle showing prominent whisker pads. Well spaced large ears are wide open at base and of good shape. Large expressive lemon shaped eyes are golden yellow in colour and set wide apart and at a slight slant. Flat plane to brow, moderate break; chin recedes slightly and needs more depth. Covered in fine down with peach-skin like texture and good resistance, attractive wrinkles on forehead; shown in superb condition, clean and well prepared. Tail tapers to a fine prehensile tip and length just balances. A very sweet natured baby and very pleased to see us, full of purrs!
A V Junior Foreign Adult, Male: Eight cats entered. 1. FRYER’S MYANDAWN MATOSKA. Asian Chocolate Ticked Tabby with BCR. 2/2/08. Mature handsome lad of good overall type. Long slender well filled body is of very good weight and substance, feeling firm and muscular; gently rounded chest and well shaped slender legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion. Short wide wedge-shaped head has slightly rounded top between well spaced medium large broad based ears of good shape. Large lustrous yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very gentle curve to brow, very good break, straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth. Medium length coat is fine and close-lying, a touch long on the back, good smooth satiny texture and in lovely condition with a glossy shine. Well defined pattern of ticking in warm rich medium milk chocolate is evenly distributed over a pale warm beige ground, spine line, quite faint well broken necklace, legs are virtually clear of marks. “M” and scarab on forehead, mascara effect to eyes surrounded by light spectacles, well defined pencilling on cheeks. Tail is slightly thick at the base, tapers evenly to blunt tip and is short to balance. Very relaxed and very friendly boy, a pleasure to judge. 2. BOND-WONNEBERGER’S FURBELL STARGAZER. Russian Blue. Handsome boy, who is mature and of good overall type. Long slender graceful body is of very good substance, heavy and muscular with good foreign boning; gently rounded chest and elegant slender well shaped legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion. Head shows short wedge with good breadth to muzzle and prominent whisker pads. Medium large broad based ears are quite tall and of good shape with pointed tips, held correctly vertical to head, I would like them just a little taller. Large mid-green eyes are almond-shaped and set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical expression. Straight brow with correct angle at upper edge of the eyes and shallow dip in profile line to nose, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Double coat is of medium length and quite plush, dense, soft and velvety in texture and in very good condition. Clear medium blue grey, even in tone with distinct silvery sheen, some ghost rings towards end of tail. Tail is of good shape, tapering evenly to finer rounded tip; length is just short to balance. Calm, relaxed and very good natured. 3. GREENFIELD’S CH KARCASAM RAPHAEL. Singapura. 6/11/07.
A C Burmese Aristocrat Adult, Male or Female: Four cats entered. 1. MOORE’S DULCAMARA SOUSANNA. 24/10/06. Very attractive girl, mature, well balanced and of good overall type. Slender lithe body is of very good weight and substance, firm and muscular to the touch; straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender well shaped limbs ending in neat spoon-shaped feet in proportion. Head form short wide wedge, quite blunt in the muzzle, with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium large broad based ears of good shape. Lovely large lustrous yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical Burmese expression. Very gentle curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth. Fine medium length coat is very close lying, smooth and satin-like in texture and in beautiful condition with a glossy shine. Warm rich sable brown, even in tone with good colour to the roots. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and almost balances. Feisty girl with plenty to say for herself, not difficult to handle and her “attitude” gave her such a lovely Burmese expression. 2. MATTHEWS’ KATCHYN PRAIRIE SUN. 20/11/06. Another mature attractive girl of good overall type and well finished. Well filled slender body is of very good weight and substance, firm and well muscled with straight back, gently rounded chest and slender well shaped legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion. Head shows short wide wedge with slightly rounded top and well spaced medium ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Lustrous large yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very slight curve to brow, good break, straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth. Medium length coat is fine and close lying with good satiny texture, in super condition with a glistening sheen. Even rich medium to slight dark cream, cool in tone with good powdering on head and ears, faint well broken necklace visible and faint smudges on each knee. Tail is of good shape tapering to “paintbrush” tip, short to balance. Calm, sweet natured and very relaxed.   3. JARVIS’S KYMIAN MARTHA. 15/10/06.
A C Burmese Debutante Kitten, Male or Female: Five kittens present. 1. YARDLEY’S PAPAGENA YANA YARDLEY. 1/9/08. Very pretty girl of good size and weight for just over four months and of very promising type. Balanced slender body is firm, lithe and well muscled with level back, gently rounded chest and slim elegant shapely legs ending in neat oval feet in proportion. Head shows short wide wedge, quite blunt in the muzzle with very gently rounded top and well spaced medium large ears of good shape. Large lustrous warm yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical Burmese expression. Very gentle curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth. Medium length coat is fine and of good satiny texture for a kitten of this age, in beautiful condition with a gleaming shine. Warm even pale dove grey, very slight pinkish cast just discernible in hall light. Tail tapers evenly to finer “paintbrush” tip and length just balances. Delightful temperament, confident and very affectionate. 2. WILSON’S MAHARANI VANITY FAIR. 27/7/08. Another very attractive Lilac lass, a few months old and of good overall type, she ran the winner close in this class. Slender long body is of very good size and weight, feeling firm and well muscled and of very good substance; straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender well shaped limbs ending in neat oval paws in proportion. Head forms short wide wedge, quite blunt in the muzzle, with gently rounded top between well spaced medium large ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Large lustrous yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical Burmese expression. In profile has good depth to skull with very gentle curve to brow, very good break, nose leather falls away at tip, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Fine medium length coat lies very close to the body and has silky smooth texture, in lovely condition with a glossy shine. Warm pale milk chocolate, noticeably darker richer tone to mask and ears in contrast. Tail tapers to finer rounded tip and almost balances. Good natured girl and talkative. 3. WRIGGLESWORTH SYKRIS AKHENATEN. 3/7/08.
Brown, Blue, Chocolate or Lilac Burmese Kitten, M or F: Five kittens entered. 1. WILSON’S MAHARANI VANITY FAIR. 2. MOORE’S DULCAMARA ANNABELINDA. 24/7/08. Attractive girl who is developing well, good size and weight for age and of very pleasing type. Long slender body is lithe and elegant, feeling firm and well muscled with gently rounded chest and slender elegant well shaped legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion. Short wide wedge-shaped head has slightly rounded top between well spaced medium large broad based ears of good shape. Large lustrous rich golden yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression. Very gentle curve to brow, good break, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Fine coat is of medium length, a touch long on the back but very close lying with a smooth satiny texture, in super condition with a glossy shine. Rich warm sable brown, even in tone. Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and just balances. Playful girl, lively and affectionate. 3. COLIN’S AUREUS SWEET JULIET. 30/9/08.
A V Asian Radius Kitten: One kitten entered. Wrong Colour. PASHLER’S ADATESH COOLIAS EDUSA. 4/6/08. In my book as a Blue Self, but in fact a Blue Asian Variant.   Lively alert young man and very confident. Long slender body is of very good size and weight, firm and well muscled with gently rounded chest and elegant slender legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.   Short wedge lacks width at cheeks and is rather fine in the muzzle. Medium large broad based ears are of good shape and correctly spaced when he is relaxed and settled. Large expressive warm yellow chartreuse eyes are of good shape and set wide apart. Very slight curve to brow, good break, nose is straight, although rather long, chin is level and needs more depth. Medium coat is fine, a little long on the back, but lies close, good satiny texture and in very good condition with gleaming sheen. Warm medium blue grey colour with slightly fawnish overtone, slightly darker in tone on face and ears, confirms for me that he is Burmese colour restriction and not a Blue Self. Tail is of good shape and length just balances. Friendly boy, relaxed and easy to judge.
Korat Visitors Adult, Male or Female: Three cats entered. 1. JEFFERS’S GR CH MAIPENRAI TAO LUCY. 9/4/04. Attractive girl of good overall type, mature and well balanced. Slender compact body is of good weight and substance, feeling firm with well developed muscle tone; gentle curve to spine, correctly rounded chest and slender well shaped legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion. Head forms balanced heart shape when viewed from the front with good width to cheeks and breadth to gently rounded muzzle, forehead is broad and flat between broad based medium sized ears of good shape held correctly high when she settled in her pen. Lovely large lustrous eyes are of very good shape, held well open and set wide apart to give typical alert expression, colour is mid-green with just a very slight yellowish cast to outer edge of each iris. In profile has good depth of skull, slight stop and nose slopes down, chin is just level and of fairly good depth. Fine close lying coat is of medium length, silky smooth in texture and in superb condition with a gleaming sheen. Colour is medium to dark blue grey, even in tone with good silvery tipping, especially around head and ears. Tail is of good shape, heavier at the base and tapering evenly to rounded tip, length just balances. Slightly apprehensive out on the table, calmer and very sweet natured and affectionate back in her bed. CH JENANCA LONE STAR. 5/9/07. Mature handsome lad of good overall type, nicely balanced and looking distinctly masculine. Compact slender semi-cobby body is of very good weight and substance, feeling hard and muscular to the touch; spine shows gentle natural curve, gently rounded chest and slender shapely limbs ending in compact oval paws in proportion. Heart-shape to face with very good width to cheeks accentuated by jowls, and good breadth to gently rounded muzzle; forehead is broad and flat. Medium large broad based ears are of very good shape with rounded tips, set high on head to give alert stance. Lovely large luminous eyes are of very good shape, held well open and set wide apart, colour is green with a hint of yellow cast at present. Flat brow, slight stop, nose is short and slopes down, chin is level and of fairly good depth. Fine, close lying coat is medium in length with a smooth silky texture; shown in superb condition and displaying a gleaming shine. Darkish blue grey colour is even in tone with good silvery tipping. Tail is heavier at base and tapers evenly to finer tip; length is a fraction short to balance. Noisy boy who was a little upset, I felt he was probably just a bit fed up after a long day, not particularly difficult to handle. 3. COLLAR’S JENANCA BLUE BONNY. 4/2/08.
Any Non-Championship Non-Breeders Adult, M or F: One cat entered. 1. WISNIEWSKI & SMITH’S INDASIA DANCEING QUEEN. Female Black Tortie Point Cornish Rex. 2/3/08.
A V Adolescent Neuter, M or F: Three cats entered. 1. DEAN’S AMAROGUE MORRIS MINOR. Male Black & White Sphynx. 3/11/07. 2. SMITH’S PHILOKALIA DEE MONIQUE. Female Black Smoke Devon Rex. 8/11/07. 3. MCRAE’S VELVAREX AMLACH. Female Tortie Spotted Devon Rex. 26/11/07.
A V Aristocrat Neuter, M or F: Three cats entered. 1. PINCHES’S VELVAREX SABBRA CADABRA. Male Black Devon Rex. 19/8/05. 2. PRESCOTT’S CH ADMEWSH VYENA BLUEDANUBE. Female Tortie Devon Rex. 2.9.03. 3. CHAPMAN’S CADUCEUS SOREN DARCY. Male Seal Point Devon Rex. 7/3/06.

AV ASIAN GRAND CHAMPION – FEMALE
IGR CC SELLMAN’S GR CH KINABALU SWEET SAPPHIRE (72). Good size, weight and
muscle to this girl. Slightly rotund in the body, proportionate limbs, shapely tail to balance.
Short, wide, blunt wedge, gently rounded top of head, well rounded brow. Distinct profile break,
level, strong chin, correct bite. Well shaped and set bright green eyes of pleasing size. Neat ears
of good shape and set. Glossy, jet black coat, silk like in texture, a touch long for total perfection.
A lovely girl with a superb “look” when she sat relaxing in her pen.
RES IGR CC W/H BRADLEY’S GR CH KAMEHAHD TICKETY BOO (72 45) Elegant girl of
good skeletal size. Muscular though feels like she needs some more weight, to me she felt like a
girl who had recently been calling? Good shape to body, slim limbs with dainty spoon shaped
paws. Balancing tail, slightly thick at the root. Short, rather narrow wedge, particularly at the
muzzle, nicely rounded top of head and brow. Very good nose break, level, firm chin, correct
bite. Good size, shape and set to eyes which unfortunately were orange/copper in tone, not a
colour permitted in the standard. Well set and shaped ears, which she is inclined to bonnet.
Lovely coat for length and texture, very well ticked with black on a warm deep mushroom
basecoat. Clear ‘M’ to forehead, thumb prints to ears, darker spine line, bracelets to limbs, rings
to tail, solid colour tail tip. Very sweet natured, sorry to withhold but this girl had too many
small faults for me to award.
AV ASIAN GRAND PREMIER – MALE
IGR PC W/H ELDRIDGE’S GR PR FRILFORD FUSILIER (72 43s). Large, well fed chap,
proportionate limbs, tail of good shape though a touch short to balance. Short wedge showing
good width at the cheek bones though muzzle appears pointed, flat top of head and brow. Good
profile break, level, firm chin, correct bite. Good size, shape and set to yellow toned eyes. Well
set ears, a touch small for perfection. Slightly long coat, especially around base of tail. Even
shading to bright silver undercoat, ‘M’ to forehead, clear pencilling to cheers, darker spine line,
bracelets to limbs, good colour up hocks, rings to tail, coloured tail tip. Good tempered and easy
to handle. Sorry to withhold on this boy, but for me Imperial means as near to perfect as possible
and unfortunately this boy had too many small faults for the virtual perfection that the Imperial
deserves.
AV ASIAN CHAMPION - MALE
GR CC W/H 1ST TROTTER’S CH CORVUS INTREPID (72). Tubby, wriggly boy of good
skeletal size, shapely limbs, balancing tail. Short, wide wedge, gently rounded top of head, well
rounded brow. Defined break to slightly long nose with roll of at leather, level chin of good
depth, correct bite, which I saw first hand as he tried to sink his teeth into my hand! Good size
and shape to gold toned eyes, slightly deep set. Short, slightly open, sound black coat showing a
touch of scurf and some white hairs to neck. Sorry to withhold but his bad mood today, together
with his slight faults precluded his award. Really not happy to be out of his pen and let us know
in no uncertain terms.
RES GR CC W/H 2ND LAUGHER’S GR CH LOHR AZTEC CAMERA (72 43bsq). Good
skeletal size to this boy, though very slender in the flanks, acceptable muscle tone, could use a
touch more weight. Shapely limbs, balancing tail. Short wedge of reasonable width, rounded top
of head and brow. Acceptable break to slightly long nose, level chin of reasonable depth, correct
bite. Good size to rather obliquely set green toned eyes. Shapely ears, set a touch high. Short,
close lying coat of good texture, bright silver undercoat shaded with BCR chocolate. ‘M’ to
forehead, pencilling to cheeks, darker spine line, colour up hocks, solid colour tail tip. Good
temperament, very easy to handle.
AV Asian Premier – Female
GR PC STEEL’S PR ABBUREX PREEMADONNA (72 45q). Girl of rather matronly build,
good skeletal size, elegant limbs with neat spoon shaped paws, tail good for shape, just balances.
Short, wide wedge, gently rounded top of head, well rounded brow. Very good nose break, level
chin of fair depth, correct bite. Expressive green toned eyes very well set. Good size and set to
well shaped ears. Close lying coat of pleasing texture, well ticked with very dark BCR brown on
a cool mushroom toned undercoat. Correct ‘M’ to forehead, pencilling to cheeks, thumb prints to
ears, darker spine line, good colour up hocks, solid colour tail tip. Good natured girl who I’m
pleased to say I later discovered made Grand with this award, well done to her owner/breeder!
ASIAN SMOKE OR BURMILLA NEUTER
BOB DEW’S GR PR LOHR JOLENE (72 43nq). Well grown, feminine girl, showing
proportionate body and limbs, correct tail to balance. Short, wide wedge, rounded top and brow.
Good profile break, level chin of fair depth, correct bite. Good shape and size to well set eyes,
yellow/green in tone. Shapely ears, well set. Lovely short, close lying coat, shaded with BCR
caramel over a warm pale mushroom basecoat. ‘M’ to forehead, slight pencilling to cheeks,
slightly darker spine line, good colour up hocks, which show a particularly good metallic sheen,
solid colour tail tip. Delightful temperament, talkative in a really lovely way!

My thanks to Lynda as show manager for the combined smaller shows, I hope the experiment worked as well behind the scenes as it appeared to from my position, where things ran smoothly, my book was easy to work out between all the shows & I had some very good exhibits in each.   Many thanks to Haden for stewarding, though a relative novice he handled the cats well.
ASIAN IMPERIAL GRAND PREMIER FEMALE:
IMP GR PR Not Awarded 1 DEW’S GR PR LOHR JOLENE 72 43nq 22-07-06. BCR Caramel Shaded Burmilla, in many ways a pleasing mature balanced lady but lacking in my opinion the extra impact that this level of certificate was meant to be about. Her head is of slightly more medium length than short, reasonably wide wedge, the muzzle could be a little blunter, head rounds well, fair break, slight nose bump, chin ebbs a little, bite good. Ears medium size, set quite well apart, tips rounded, touch of forward tilt. Eyes quite large, a fraction more rounded than I would have preferred requiring a little more defined shape, light green colour, line of caramel round the rim. Body mature & well proportioned, with quite slim legs, neat paws, slightly broader base to the medium length tail, rounded on its tip. Her coat though close lying was a little on the long side, the texture very good. Subtle facial markings, paler spectacle area beneath the eyes, with some denser skullcap on the brow, her coat was a little uneven in the shading with a deeper line of colour along her back & extending down her tail, solid coloured tip, the body was showing quite heavy shading of toffee taupe on quite a warm undercoat, darker markings of sludgy taupe on the heels. Her condition was excellent & she has such a gentle composed temperament.
AV ASIAN KITTEN UNDER 6 MONTHS:
1 TROTTER’S TROTKATZ CHOCOLATE ROBIN 72b 13-07-08. Chocolate Self, I confess it was only when I got home & read my notes that I realised this lad was very nearly 6 months of age, that being so he is extremely ( & I mean extremely) small & needs a real spurt of development if he is to catch up.   His actual type is very good, having a short wide wedge, good blunted muzzle, rounded top, well defined break, slight rise on the nose, good chin but the bite a little undershot. Ears medium size, set well, rounded tips, gentle tilt. Eyes could have a little more definite curve on the lower line, green in colour. Body small & needs to be far better grown than is the case, proportionate legs & paws, tail slightly short of shoulder, rounded tip. Coat appeared to have been plucked having a very baby softer fluffier coat over the body as whole whereas the plucked areas had grown a short close darker chocolate glossy texture. It was quite late in the day & I did not call the DV but I was a little concerned as he appeared to tilt his head a little to the left when handled but it was in all possibility that he was just so completely relaxed. Extremely fussy little chap.
AV ASIAN KITTEN OVER 6 MONTHS: Almost like two peas in a pod, little to choose between & could so easily go either way.
1 RICE’S CORVUS CELESTIAL 72b 24-05-08. Chocolate Self, an attractive young lady of very good type & looks promising. Head has the typical short wide, blunt wedge as per SOP’s, top well rounded & with a good break, short nose, chin & bite good. Her ears are medium size & set well apart, round on the tips, touch of forward tilt. Eyes have a very attractive bright deep golden tone, shape well defined, lovely expression. The body firm & possessing good weight & tone, with slender limbs, neat paws, well proportioned tail with round tip, slightly short of shoulder. Well prepared reasonably short coat which was close lying & beautifully prepared, with sleek satin like finish. The colour though perhaps a little dark still has a pleasing degree of warmth for a chocolate & it was also by Asian standards relatively sound (rarely the case in chocolates), it is also even tone throughout. Her condition was excellent, a very composed young lady.
2 RICE’S CORVUS EUPHORIA 72b 24-05-08. Chocolate Self an attractive young lady of very good type & looks promising (an intentional repeat of wording), the wedge again typical of her breed, short & wide, good blunted muzzle, top rounds well, break not quite so well defined as her sister, short nose, good chin & level bite. Ears medium size, touch of tilt forward rounded tips, set well. Eyes have a pleasing shape & again with the deep bright gold tone of her sibling albeit perhaps not quite so large. Body firm & weighty for size, well proportioned limbs, dainty paws, well balanced tail, medium thickness, rounded tip. Coat was beautifully prepared, close lying marginally longer, satiny texture. The chocolate appeared to be a little warmer than her sibling but this may well have been due to where they were penned as their was one at either end of a row, again it was virtually sound & very even overall. Lovely condition & also a relaxed gentle young miss.
AV ASIAN VISITORS NEUTER:
1 PLAW’S IMP GR PR RAINSONG STEVIE GERRARD 72 45d 28-06-05. Red Ticked Tabby, this lad is still extremely handsome & still behaves in exactly the same way as always, grumpy so & so out of the pen but back in he is a real pussy cat & you can do whatever you want with him. Has typical ‘Asian’ type, with his short wide wedge & blunt muzzle, top nicely rounded, good break, strong chin, bite good. Ears medium size, beautifully set, wide base, rounded tips, touch of forward tilt. Lovely eyes for size & shape, with deeply curved lower line & gentle slanted top, light green colour. Body has medium length & well muscled & firm, well shaped legs, oval paws, tail of medium thickness, rounded tip which is a little short of the shoulder in length. His coat whilst not implying long could be just a little shorter, but that said lay beautifully close & was an excellent texture, sleek well prepared finish. Good facials with more solid skullcap on the brow, the body showing excellent ticking & banding with paler red area to the undercoat, slight amount of perfectly acceptable necklet. The colour is a rich vibrant red shade & the ticking is well contrasted. Super condition, just much happier in his pen.
2 STEEL’S GR PR ABBURREX PREEMADONNA 72 45q 11-06-05. BCR Brown Ticked Tabby, I do like this girl she has much to recommend her. Her type is in the main excellent, the wedge short & wide, muzzle has the required blunt finish, top could perhaps be a little more rounded, well marked break, nose has a slight roll off a tits tip, chin good. Ears well set, medium in size, touch of forward tilt to the setting. Eyes large & lovely shape, green tone to the colour. Well a little rounded in the body proportions, but as stated often, better that than the alternative, well proportioned legs, oval paws, tail on the shorter side, not due to some extent by her slightly more rounded waistline. Coat of slightly longer length, well prepared & close lying, excellent texture. Excellent facial markings, very typical of ticked tabby showing a denser more solid skull cap, the ticking was excellent & though I would have preferred her colour warmer the overall effect was very obviously Ticked, she does have a little grey at the roots in places, showing leg bracelets & well marked dark Burmese brown heels. Her condition was immaculate, a little tetchy but not in any way difficult.
AC SILVER TABBY ASIAN ADULT, KITTEN OR NEUTER:
1 KEMP’S NATZKATZ JUBULANI 72 45sq 26-01-08. BCR Brown Silver Ticked Tabby, still very much a baby but that said very good type & not yet a year so has time on her side to mature & develop more fully. Good short wedge, reasonable blunt finish to the muzzle, top rounds nicely, quite a good break, tiny rise on her nose, fair chin, good bite. Ears well placed to follow her wedge, medium size, rounded tips. Eyes are quite large just requiring a little more emphasis to the shape, good bright green tone. Body quite dainty as yet, but the proportions are all keeping & she is quite firm, neat paws, well balanced tail. Coat though marginally long was close lying & has very sleek finish. Evenly shaded on the body with a good silver undercoat to give a mantle effect, deepening on the mask, she has dark brown hocks, brick nose leather, darker pigmented line of colour round her eyes. Sweet nature, very good condition, just to grow up a little more.
AOC ASIAN SELF CAT, KITTEN OR NEUTER:
Marked as Wrong Pattern PASHLER’S   ADATESH AGROTIS PRONUSI 72a 04-06-08. Is in my opinion Blue Burmese Colour Restriction & therefore not eligible to be shown as opposed to Blue Self, fussy & very gentle natured. Head a little long & requiring a greater degree of width, muzzle slightly rounded as opposed to blunt, top requires a more rounded effect & he has slightly retrousse effect to the nose, the chin needs depth, bite okay. Ears medium size, set slightly tall. The eyes I would have preferred to have more emphasis to the curve on the lower line, quite an attractive light gold to the colour. Body is quite firm, medium length, well proportioned limbs, small paws, quite a well shaped tail which is a little short of shoulder. Coat has a slightly fluffy appearance as opposed to short & close, good texture. He was showing a slight masking on the face with definite paling to the tummy & underside, with a slight brownish overlay & looked typically Burmese in colour also not sound further confirming that he was not Blue Self. Condition was excellent.
SPHYNX ADULT, KITTEN OR NEUTER:
1 NEWTON’S ADATESH SHANGRI –LA 84 22 25-03-08. Black Tortie & White, my what a beautifully well grown & mature looking young lady, at only just over 9 months she is showing excellent development. Her head though perhaps marginally long in relation to its width was nevertheless displaying otherwise very good type, slight muzzle indent beneath the well defined cheek line, profile has required gentle break at the eye line, adequate chin, good bite, bit of tarnish on her teeth. Ears large wide base, the set very good being slightly angular, rounded on the tips. Lovely eyes which are large & the required lemon shape with a slight slant upwards, green in colour. She has a very elegant neckline, with superb body tone, it is hard & well muscled, good breadth to her chest, long slender legs, long toes, with very well padded paws, the tail long & fine, well proportioned to the body. Body is covered in very short peachy down, with a little more furnishing on the nose & ears, some wrinkling on the brow. Good combination of colour on the skin showing both black & red with small amount of white present on her paws. Her condition was absolutely superb, with an excellent degree of confidence to display herself well. Sphynx may well not be to everyone’s taste but if they are out of condition it will show.
AV KITTEN WHOSE PARENT IS A VARIANT:
1 ANDERSON’S CURLU MACEY 79s 21 14-04-08. Black Tortie Selkirk Rex, quite a wonderful example of her breed, most beautifully grown & developed, her type excellent. Head broad & beautifully rounded, with full cheeks, the muzzle, showing well developed whisker pads to create a really boxy shape, rounded brow, excellent chin, bite meets albeit just. Ears medium size, small tufts on the tips, fit well into the head shape. Eyes large & round bright orange colour. Her body is beautifully grown & firm, well boned legs, good paws, quite a broad heavy medium length tail. Her coat initially looking a little flat in the pen was actually quite the opposite, being soft yet dense parting easily & was beautifully prepared, the loose curl was abundant & rippled through your fingers, it was a little tighter in the usual places round the neck ears, throat chest, tummy & tail itself. Her black base colour was well broken with shades of red some of which was patched & whilst not a requirement (neither is pattern or colour) she had a beautifully balanced harlequin effect on her face. Condition was superb & her temperament was wonderfully confident. I thought she was quite gorgeous.

Thank you very much to all the Show Managers, especially Celia Leighton and Lynda Ashmore for a most enjoyable show and all the generous hospitality, there was a very good entry of high quality cats especially in my assessments classes. Also very many thanks to my friend Catherine Moulton for all her help on a busy day.
AC Asian Tabby Adult, Male   CC & BOB. Mrs L Fryer’s MYANDAWN MATOSKA (72 45bq) M 02/02/08 A huge boy of very good “Asian” type and with that special look on his face! He has a huge, wide, short wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, good break in profile, deep chin and level bite, yellowy green eyes of correct shape and set, huge body, strong legs and oval paws, fairly long slightly thick tail, slightly long, fine, close lying, Burmese colour restriction warm pale chocolate ticked tabby coat. Good ”M” on forehead, thumb prints and ticking. A real character well presented in excellent condition and my choice for best Asian Adult. . Con. for BOB Ms H Bradley’s GR CH KAMEHAHD TICKETY BOO (72 45) F 21/09/05 A pretty girl of good type who was unlucky to meet the winner, she has a large, fairly wide, short wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, good profile break, deep chin and level bite, golden eyes, firm body, long legs and oval paws, fairly long tail, short glossy very well marked brown ticked tabby coat. Lots and lots of tail rings. A sweet girl well presented in excellent condition.
AC Tonkinese Adult, Female CC. Ms R Millward’s CH. YOKOTA LUCIE LOCKETT (74c)F 03/02/07 A very pretty girl of very good overall type, she has a large moderately proportioned wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, break in profile, deep chin and level bite, greenish blue eyes of correct shape and set, large strong body, long legs and oval feet, fairly long tail, short, fine, good lilac coat which has gently merging darker lilac points. A lovely girl well presented in excellent condition. 2.Mr A & Mrs C Bernard’s CH COPERNICUS CHERRY BLOSSOM (74e) F 23/05/06 A strong girl of good type, she has a moderate wedge head, wide rather flat top and large well set ears, good profile break, firm chin and level bite, pale green eyes with just a tinge of blue evident, long firm body, long legs and oval feet, very long tail, short, fine, pale brown tortie coat which has slightly darker points. A sweet girl well presented in good condition. 3.Mr A & Mrs C Bernard’s MIMAPERKS WINDMILL GIRL (74b) F 14/03/08 A young girl of fairly good type and a lot to say!!!!!!, she has a slightly narrow moderate wedge head, good top and huge well placed ears, profile break, firm chin and level bite, slightly full eyes of blue with a tinge of green, long firm body, long legs and neat feet, long tail, short soft pale chocolate coat that has merging darker chocolate points. Well presented in good condition. BOB. Mr V & Mrs C Macey’s CH FECHELDEE GEORGIE GIRL (74h) F 02/02/04 A large strong girl of very good type, she has a large moderate wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, good profile, deep chin and level bite, pale greenish blue eyes, large strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tail, short very brightly coloured chocolate tortie coat. A real character well presented in excellent condition.
AC Tonkinese (inc. Apricot and Caramel) Kitten, Female 1 & BOB. Mrs A Lachlan’s YOKOTA BOUDICCA ICENI (74at) F 08/09/08 A very pretty girl of very good overall type and a sweet nature, she has a moderately proportioned wedge head, lovely top and large well set ears, correct profile, deep chin and level bite, pale green eyes that have a tinge of blue, firm body, long legs and oval feet. Long tail, short fine blue tabby coat, lots of tail rings. A lovely girl well presented in excellent condition. 2. Mr A & Mrs C Bernard’s MIMAPERKS SOLITAIRE (74e) F 08/09/08 A well grown girl of very good type who ran the winner very close, she has a moderate wedge head, good top and large well set ears, just enough profile break, firm chin and level bite, green eyes with a tinge of blue, firm muscular body, long legs and oval feet, long tail, short pale brown tortie kitten coat, some sign of darker points. A lovely little girl well presented in excellent condition. 3. Mr V & Mrs C Macey’s FECHELDEE QUINT ANA (74p) F 11/06/08 A large girl of fairly good type, she has a large long wedge head, fair width top and large well set ears, break in profile, deep chin and level bite, slightly full eyes of greenish blue, large strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tail with a “pip” at the tip, slightly long, brightly coloured caramel tortie coat, a slightly nervous girl well presented in excellent condition.
A C Snowshoe Assessment, Adult, Kitten or Neuter, . Merit. Ms M Southall’s COLDENUFFORSNOW YUKIKO (83aw) F 20/07/08 A pretty girl of very good type, she has a slightly rounded wedge head, good top and large well set ears, good muzzle, firm chin and level bite, expressive deep blue yes, strong muscular body, strong legs and oval paws, medium length tail with a few ghost rings, fairly short resilient coat. Mid blue points and bluish white body, good contrast, white markings are a balanced inverted “V” on her face, white mittens and boots, a well grown girl with a sweet nature, well presented in excellent condition. Merit. Mrs J M MacKenzie’s COLDENUFFORSNOW QANUK (83aw) MN 18/05/07 A large boy of good type, he has a large strong slightly rounded wedge head, good top and large well set ears, good profile, deep chin and level bite, mid blue eyes, huge strong body, strong legs and oval paws, slightly short rather thick tail, slightly long resilient coat. Dark blue points and paler blue body, still enough contrast, Inverted white “V” on face, white mittens and boots. A friendly boy well presented in excellent condition.
Merit. Mrs J M MacKenzie’s DEANFIELD FANCIFUL (83w) FN 19/04/06 A very pretty girl of good type and with a sweet nature, she has a large slightly rounded wedge head, wide top and medium sized well set ears, straight nose, deep chin and level bite, expressive mid to dark blue eyes, strong firm body, strong legs and oval paws, fairly long tail that has a gentle taper. Medium length soft coat. Dark warm seal points and brownish beige body, still enough contrast. White on chin and bib and all along her underneath, white mittens and boots. A dear girl well presented in excellent condition.
AC Classic Tabby Ocicat Assessment Adult, Kitten or Neuter .Merit. Mr A Croft’s PARDALIS APOLLO (73 41 k) M 02/06/08 A large strong boy of good type, he has a modified wedge head, which is longer than wide, but needs more squareness to his muzzle, good top and large well set ears, profile break, firm chin and level bite, hazel green eyes of good shape and set, long strong muscular body, long legs and oval feet, long tail that has a thicker base. Fairly short sleek coat with well defined classic tabby markings of bright cinnamon on a lighter cinnamon agouti ground, good oysters. A very friendly boy well presented in excellent condition. Merit. Mr G & Mrs M Croft’s SILVERSMOKE POCAHONTAS (73 41b) F 15/05/07 A very attractive girl of very good type, she has a modified wedge head which is longer than wide, wide top and large well set ears, break in profile, good square muzzle, firm chin and level bite, almond shaped green eyes, long strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tail. Very short, sleek, close lying coat with very well defined classic tabby markings of warm chocolate on a paler chocolate agouti ground, good butterfly and oysters. A lovely girl with a sweet nature well presented in excellent condition. No Merit. Mr 0 & Mrs M Maudlin’s THICKTHORN TIKARI-THYME(73 41) F 15/07/08 A friendly girl of good type, she has a strong moderate wedge head, wide top and large well set tufted ears, profile break, squarish muzzle, deep chin and level bite, expressive hazel green eyes, slightly short rather well fed body, strong legs and oval feet, short thickish tail with a fault at the tip.( my reason for having to withhold her merit, sorry) Slightly long very soft coat with fairly well defined classic tabby markings of dark brown on a tawny agouti ground, some agouti evident in the pattern, A very sweet girl well presented in excellent condition.
Merit. Mrs S Shorten’s THICKTHORN CALYPSO (73 41b) F 03/01/07 A lovely girl of very good type, she has a modified wedge head which is longer than wide, wide top and large well set ears, just enough profile break, square muzzle, firm chin and level bite, very expressive goldish green eyes, large long strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tail. Very short, glossy, sleek coat with very clear classic tabby markings of bright warm chocolate on a pale copper agouti ground, good butterfly and oysters. A most attractive cat with a lovely nature well presented in excellent condition.AC Oriental Grand Champion Male IMP.GR.CC. Mrs J Haggar’s GR CH SUSPIRIA SIMPLY SOLARUS (37r) M, 21/04/07 This boy was looking really good, overall of very good type, he has a large strong wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, straight profile, deep chin and level bite, pale green eyes of oriental shape and set, long firm body, long legs and oval paws, long tail, slightly open, good fawn coat, a complete extrovert well presented in good condition. AC Oriental Longhair (Angora) Neuter,   BOB. Mrs K Holder’s GR PR MYL YNN MAGICNOIR (62 36) MN 09/12/06 One of my favourites, he has such a lovely face! And is such a character, overall of excellent type, he has a large, wide, strong wedge head, very wide top and huge well set ears, straight strong profile, deep chin and level bite, expressive green eyes, huge body, strong legs and oval tufted paws, long well plumed tail, good length soft fine close lying black smoked coat, just a little pattern showing in places. Such a super lad, as always well presented in excellent condition in a double pen. Con. For BOB. Mr G Tasker’s CH & GR PR BUNDOOK OHM MAID (62 43n) FN 25/11/01 This girl had a lot to say!! Overall of fairly good type, she has a large long wedge head, fairly wide top and medium sized well set ears, dip in profile, deep chin and level bite, bright green eyes, strong body, strong legs and oval tufted paws, long well plumed tail, very long rather fluffy caramel shaded coat, not in the best of moods! Well presented in good condition.
ASIAN GROUP CAT SOCIETY
A V Asian Grand Champion, Male   1 IMP. GR.CC. w/h Mrs C M Turner-Russell’s GR CH WELLBRAND HAYMAKER ( 72 43csq) 04/05/05 A very friendly boy of good type, who in my opinion, is not quite up to Imperial standard at present, sorry. He has a large wide short wedge head, wide top and large well ears which are held a little high at times, good profile break, deep chin and level bite, bright green eyes of good shape and set, long body which is rather rangey and needs to be more muscular, long legs and oval paws, long tail, short rather “sticky” dark lilac silver shaded coat, ( no sign of a pinkish cast) rather heavy markings evident. Well presented in good condition. 2. Mrs D A Laugher’s GR CH LOHR AZTEC CAMERA (72 43bsq) M. 11/04/07 Not in the best of moods! Overall of good type, he has a large wide short wedge head, wide top and medium to large well set ears, just enough break in profile, deep chin and level bite, pale yellowy green eyes of good shape and set, long body which needs more substance and muscle tone, strong legs and oval paws, fairly long tail which has a rather thick base. Slightly long and open good chocolate silver shaded coat, well presented in good condition.
A V Asian Premier, Male GR.PR. Mrs S A Plaw’s IMP GR PR RAINSONG STEVIE GERRARD (72 45d) MN 28/06/05 My very special friend!! who was in a very good mood and pleased to see me, he really is a character, overall of very good type and a that special look on his face! He has a large wide short wedge head, wide top and medium sized well set ears, good profile break, deep chin and level bite, expressive hazel eyes, large body, strong legs and oval paws, long tail, short bright red ticked tabby coat, as always well presented in excellent condition. Res. GR. PR. Mrs H Eldridge’s GR PR FRILFORD FUSILIER (72 43s) MN 10/10/02 A very large boy!!?? Overall of good type, he has a large wide fairly short wedge head, wide top and medium sized well set ears, good profile break, deep chin and level bite, hazel green eyes, enormous body, strong legs and oval paws, long tail, slightly long, black silver shaded coat, such a friendly boy well presented in excellent condition.KORAT CAT ASSOCIATION Korat Champion, Male   GR.CC. Miss C A Nichols CH TINY GLAH HOO-AJY (34) M 03/06/03 A REAL KORAT, a huge strong boy of very good type, he has a large heart shaped head, wide top and medium sized well set ears, wide forehead, correct stop in profile, deep chin and level bite, lovely large open green eyes, huge body, strong legs and neat paws, medium length tail, very short, close fitting, pale blue coat that is all very well tipped with silver, a super gentleman well presented in excellent condition. Res. GR. CC. Mrs J A Lacey’s CH JENANCA LONE STAR (34) M 05/09/07 A young boy of good type, he has a heart shaped head with jowls coming, wide top and medium sized well set ears, enough stop in profile, deep chin and level bite, slightly small (for a Korat) green eyes, strong body and legs, oval paws, medium to short in length tail, slightly long and open mid blue coat that is well tipped with silver, a friendly boy well presented in good condition.End of ReportDIANA HARPER

My thanks to Celia for the invitation, it was a great show as always superbly run. I was lucky enough to have Karen Holloway as my steward for the day, she is great company and handles the cat superbly.

C.C. B.O.B. WESTALL’S DARRWAY RAMONA (14a) F 20/05/07
I wonder what this poor girl had been up to as she was soaking wet down one side, she is immature and I did debate long and hard on her C.C, but I felt so sorry for her and of course she purred so it was this that swung the balance and carried her thru. Fairly round shape to head with medium top and slightly large ears that were wide to the base, round eyes which are good orange colour, short straight nose, she is still lacking cheeks and her muzzle is rather square at present, level bite and fair chin. A good sized frame slightly long frame which is starting to fill, short coat possible a little soft but as she was so wet difficult to tell, balanced length tail with rounded tip.

C.C. B.O.B. HARRISON & GRIBBEN’S CH CRAZIPUSS CALLME CHARLEY (17) M 28/10/06
What a sweetie a lovely nature and superb purr. Well rounded head with lovely wide smooth skull between medium sized well set ears. Large round deep orange coloured eyes, short nose with a slight dip when viewed in profile balanced well by full cheeks and rounded muzzle, level bite and good chin. Lovely cobby shape to body with deep chest and short level back, held on short sturdy legs with firm round paws, short dense coat a medium cream and generally sound and free of ghost marking, short full tail with some rings.

HARDY’S STONNALL MAGICAL TOY BOY (17) M 06/10/07
This boy is lovely natured as well a head butter he is difficult to ignore. Head rounding well with smooth skull between well set fractionally large ears, medium orange eyes which are tending towards an oval shape, long straight nose his cheeks are filling well but his chin is rather weak, level bite. Cobby shaped frame of a good weight with sturdy boning to limbs, short coat rather hot in colour and a little unsound to the roots, balanced length tail with some rings.

RICHARDS’S PETTICOTE MARCO POLO (17) M 22/09/07
The baby of the group and at that difficult stage, head rounding with more width needed between rather large ears. Round orange easy, short straight nose with cheeks and muzzle needing to fill, just fractionally overshot bite he need to fill his chin out and hopefully this will correct itself. Good boning to his frame he just needs to fill it out, short coat lacking in undercoat so flat lying a medium cream with some ghost pattern overlay, balanced length tail with some rings.

C.C. MANN’S LORASTON MILLY-VANILLI (17) F 12/06/07
A lovely natured girl and it was this that won me over as she is a little on the immature side, but she was such a sweetie I had to give a certificate as she purred!. Quiet round head with medium width between ears that are a fraction on the large side. Round super deep orange eyes, short straight nose with slight dip when viewed in profile, small round cheeks that could be fuller her muzzle needs to fill as it is rather square, level bite. Not a large frame but balanced and a good weight the boning to her limbs could have been heavier. Short coat with good density, a mid cream and generally sound, full tail with rounded tip showing some rings.

HARDY’S STONNALL COUNTRY GIRL (17) F 19/08/07
Another girl that is on the immature side, fairly round head with medium width between well set fractionally large ears, fabulous eyes colour a deep orange her eyes however are a little almond shaped rather than round, short nose with slight dip she needs to fill out her cheeks and muzzle to balance this up, level bite and fair chin. Slightly long in the body she is a little light weight and I would like thicker boning to her limbs. Rather long soft coat a dark cream with some ghost tabby pattern overlay, long tail with pointed tip.

BRITISH CREAM NEUTER

B.O.B. TO DALBY & SHEEN INT GR CH & PR DONJELAMI SPECIAL BREW (17) MN 28/09/02
A large boy not in the happiest of moods today.

GRIBBEN’S GR CH RUSHLIGHT PROMISE (30es) F 27/11/02
Tortie Silver Spotted. This girl is such a sweetie she has a nature to die for and I gather she went on to be overall BIS, well done, her only fault is she is a little rotund, but I bet she enjoys life! Full round head with wide smooth top between neat well set ears, superb large round deep orange eyes, short straight nose, full cheeks and rounded muzzle, level bite and good chin. Compact square shape to body very well filled with deep chest and wide level back, held on short sturdy legs. Short dense coat a light silver with clear red overlay to pattern, M to face, well defined spine line, the spots are slightly clearer to the left than right side, balanced length ringed tail.

LOCKWOOD’S CH FARLEYWOOD MR BUMBLE (40 4) M 21/07/07
Lilac Colourpointed. A lovely looking boy not in the best of tempers, well developed head with good smooth round skull between small well set ears, his large round eyes are rather obscured by a heavy brow line they are a good blue colour, broad nose with full cheeks and rounded muzzle, level bite and good chin. Lovely size and substance to frame with sturdy well boned limbs, short dense coat with good texture, well defined mask and points the pinkish huge is a little lacking, there is some shading to the body. Balanced length fully coloured tail

SHEPHERD’S GR CH LORRENTIONO LADYGUINEVERE (33a 36) F 27/02/04
Black Smoke. Short broad wedge with high cheek bones, large eyes wide set oval in shape and sloping towards edges of ears. These are large with a good low set wide to the base and tapering to tufted tips. Short nose with stop, strong muzzle well defined whisker break, level bite and firm chin. Her body is rather on the large side she does have a slender neck, very broad chest and firm muscle tone, slim legs with neat oval paws. Short dense coat with rippling to body, long tapering tail well covered with short fur.

LUXFORD-WATTS CH DU-BU STARSHINE (33 18c) F 24/04/04
Lilac Silver Tabby. It said take care on her pen which was a little unfair, she had a tiny grumble and we didn’t keep her out too long, but compared to some she was almost friendly!. Medium wedge with high cheek bones narrowing to a rounded muzzle and strong chin, very expressive oval shaped eyes, flat skull with curving at the brow in a straight line to tip of nose. Medium sized ears with high set tapering to rounded tip, she had a tendency to hold them very upright. Nice size and feel to body with long legs and small oval paws. Short dense silky coat with some rippling to the body, long thin tail.

G.C.C. TO EDWARDS’S CH KOORAHK ROSY (34) F 04/03/07
This girl is lovely she has fabulous attitude and tells you just what she thinks, and although she has some developing to do I couldn’t resist her. Good outer heart shape to head the inner one could be fuller, she has large ears with a good set when she screams at you she does have a tendency to splay them side wards. Again he eyes look better when she is telling you off still a yellowish amber colour but she is under 2 so time is on her side, short nose with slight downward curve, her muzzle is developing but needs to fill more. Dainty framed with good muscle tone she is filling out well. Medium coat a dark blue with silvering only to nose and paws at the moment, balanced length tail a little thin.

CHERKAS’S JUSARKA PUSSYWILLOW (34) F 18/08/02
What a pretty girl, so soft natured not a smidge of attitude and she loved a cuddle. Heart shaped head with breadth coming across super eyes large and luminous and a lovely deep green colour. Good set to large ears. short nose with downward curve and slight stop, well developed muzzle level bite and good chin. Another dainty girl with good muscle tone, short single coat fine textured and lying close to her body a light blue with silvering to face and legs, medium length tail thick to base and tapering to tip.

LACEY’S JENANCA ANJALI (34) F 27/06/04
Gosh what is going on here, yet another softie very relaxed with not comment to be made!. Heart shaped head quite clear with fair breadth across eyes, they are a super deep green coming and are a large size but being so relaxed it was difficult to get an alert expression from her, well set large ears with rounded tips and flared at the base. Short nose with slight downward curve but no visible stop, rounded muzzle with level bite and fair strength to chin. A dainty girl with good muscle tone, short fine textured coat a mid blue with very little tipping and some stray white hairs to her shoulders and neck, medium length tail with rounded tip.

Many thanks to Lynda & the show team for their invitation – the first time I’ve judged at the breed shows. I hope the new venture was a success – it seemed a very busy day for all concerned, at least one way of keeping warm! Karen Kempsall stewarded for me, handled the cats very well and was pleasant company.

AV Asian Champion female – 2 cats entered
GrCC SELLMAN’S GR CH KINABALU SWEET SAPPHIRE (72), Bombay, 11/07/04
Very nice mature Bombay girl, it’s several years since I last met her. Well rounded top of head, medium ears with small tufts set wide apart, showing forward tilt in profile & continuing shape of face in front view. Gently rounded brow, very good break to short straight nose lining up with medium depth level chin; correct bite & excellent width to blunt muzzle. Rather pale yellow eyes of correct size, shape & set, with top line slanting towards nose & fuller lower line, giving typical expression. Substantial girl of over 4 years, heavy & muscular, well rounded chest, medium proportionate legs ending in small oval feet; tail tapering to rounded tip & reaching shoulder when brought around side of body. Jet black coat of dense texture, just a touch long but lies close; almost sound to roots (paling slightly to a more brownish tone). Shown in excellent condition, a very calm relaxed girl who is clearly an “old hand” around the show scene!
Res CHAMPMANS’S CH KAGURA AUREOLE (68q), Brown Tiffanie, 06/09/07
Pretty brown Tiffanie girl of 16 months. Slight rounding to top of head, medium ears with small tufts held a little high at times so not quite continuing line of wedge in front view. Brow a touch flat, well defined break to short straight nose in profile; level chin of good depth, correct bite & good width to short blunt muzzle. Large, lustrous pale yellow eyes of excellent size, shape & set, showing correct slant to top line & well rounded lower line giving a pleasing expression. Smaller girl, no doubt still with some growing to do, muscular body of good weight with slim legs ending in neat oval paws & plumed tail of balanced length. Coat of excellent soft silky texture, but rather short in length over entire body despite the time of year; no ruff or breeches in evidence as yet, ear tufts & small furnishings, slight plume to tail. Very attractive colouring - a particularly warm rich seal brown, paling slightly to roots. Promising girl of very good overall type & temperament, just lacking the maturity of the winner today – I hope her coat will grow!

Asian Self Neuter male – 1 cat entered
PC & BOB LAUGHER’S LESSENTINE SIERRA SANDY (72k), 27/12/03
Good to see cinnamons making their appearance on the show bench at last! Big strong boy with well rounded top of head, medium ears set well apart with forward tilt in profile & continuing line of wedge in front view. Slight flattening to brow, well defined break to slightly long nose with small bump; chin almost level but a touch shallow, correct bite & good width to fairly short blunt muzzle. Strong yellow colour to eyes of pleasing size, shape & set, with top line slanting towards nose & rounding to lower line, giving typical expression. Mature boy of 5 years, solid heavy body, well rounded chest, medium proportionate legs ending in small oval feet; tail just short of shoulder when brought around side of body & tapers to pleasing “paintbrush” tip. Close lying coat of pleasing silky texture showing good gloss, just a little long. Warm rich cinnamon, even in colour, paling just slightly to roots; a few white hairs in throat area. Gentle happy boy shown in excellent condition.

Devon Rex kitten female 14 wks to 6 mths – 2 cats entered
1 & BOB HOOLE’S REXTACULAR FIZZY LIZZIE (33a 20), Brown Tabby, 28/07/08
Promising 5 month old brown tabby girl. Flat skull, large broad-based tufted ears set fairly low; good width across cheekbones & well defined whisker break. Neat profile with very good stop, short straight nose & medium depth almost level chin; short broad muzzle with stubbly whiskers & level bite. Pale green oval eyes of pleasing size, set well apart & showing slant towards ears, with delightful “wicked” expression. Slender neck, gently rounded chest, muscular body of good weight for age; long slim legs ending in small oval paws, well covered tail tapering to tip & just long enough. Short, soft textured coat covers body well, too short to wave on head & underside but with good rexing developing over flanks & beginning to extend down legs. Shown in excellent condition, loved being handled.

2. BANT’S PERIBROOK MOONLIGHT MOLL (33a 36), Black Smoke, 23/07/08
Also 5 months old & of fairly good overall type. Flat skull, broad-based tufted ears of good size, set a little high. Well defined stop to short nose in profile, plenty of width at cheekbones & definite whisker break. Fairly short broad muzzle, medium depth chin sloping back & correct bite. Large eyes, pale yellow in colour, set wide apart & tending to appear round rather than oval at times but with pleasing expression when relaxed. Well grown for age, slender neck leading to slim muscular body supported on long legs ending in small oval feet; well covered tail reaches past shoulder when laid along side of body & tapers to tip. Soft textured coat covers body well but is rather long especially on tail. Loose waves developing over head, flanks & legs, lacking waves on back & underside at present. Ear muffs, tufts, stubbly whiskers & eyebrows all in evidence. Well presented, a sweet natured friendly girl.

Devon Rex kitten male 6-9 mths – 1 cat entered
1. WAUGH’S MAGICAL GOMEZ (33a 30s), 17/05/08
Well grown boy just a few weeks from adulthood. Fairly good head type; flat skull, broad-based ears set a little higher than desirable & on the small side. Reasonable stop to longish nose in profile, pleasing width at cheeks & well defined whisker break. Muzzle of adequate breadth, chin rather shallow & receding; bite level although teeth are rather untidy. Large lustrous oval eyes of pale green, showing correct slant towards ears & pleasing expression. Slender neck, well rounded chest & strong well muscled body; slim legs ending in small oval paws & well covered tapering tail of good length. Pleasing coat, short & soft textured, covering body well & showing good rippled effect; short stubbly whiskers & eyebrows, just a few guard hairs in tail. Affectionate boy shown in excellent condition.

AV Senior adult M or F – 1 cat entered
1. DESOLLA’S UK IMP GR CH INDASIA MIRISKIA (33 36a), Blue Smoke Cornish Rex F, 28/05/03
Calm, gentle girl of overall pleasing type. Medium wedge to head with gently rounded top, fairly large ears tending to be held lower than desired; excellent high cheekbones, slight curve to brow in profile & straight nose. Chin of medium depth falls back slightly, good rounding to muzzle & level bite (some incisors missing). Large, lustrous pale green eyes, oval in shape with top line showing slight slant towards ears giving a typical expression. Elegant neck, muscular body feeling heavy & mature, slender proportionate legs ending in small oval paws; well covered tail slightly short to balance & feels a little thin at tip. Short coat of soft silky texture covers body & shows correct rippled effect on flanks & part way down legs, but lacks rexing along back today. Very dignified lady who was happy to be handled.

AV Novice neuter – 2 cats entered
1. GOODWIN’S ILONA SILVER SPARKLE (79S 30s), Silver Spotted Selkirk Rex SH MN, 18/08/07
Rather a shy boy who preferred the safety of his pen. Broad rounded head, medium tufted ears, full cheeks & wide muzzle with good whisker pads. Round well opened yellow eyes, clearly defined nose break in profile with downward slant to nose; chin sits back slightly, level bite. Broad shoulders, cobby body with medium length legs ending in rounded paws; tail of medium length tapering slightly to tip. Thick, dense coat standing out well from body, fairly soft in texture but slightly lacking curl at present. Shown in excellent condition, rather apprehensive out of pen.
2. McRAE’S VELVAREX COIMHLION (33a 30f), Cream Spotted Devon Rex FN, 26/11/07
Cream spotted girl of fairly good overall type. Broad-based ears with small muffs & tufts are set a little high & could be larger for perfection, brow curves gently back to flat skull, very good width across cheekbones & reasonable stop to slightly long nose. Whisker break not too well defined, quite good breadth to muzzle; medium depth chin recedes slightly & bite is level. Large lustrous yellow eyes, set well apart, tending to round slightly therefore not showing the desired “wicked” expression. Slender neck, elegant muscular body with slim legs in proportion; well covered tail of good length tapers to tip. Short, soft textured coat covers body well; a little too short to wave on head & underside but shows good rexing with rippled effect over back, flanks & tail. A little nervous out of her pen but handled well; shown in excellent condition.

AV Senior neuter – 5 cats entered
1. BRYANT’S GR PR BOUNTIFUL X DIRECTORY (33a 36), Black Smoke Devon Rex FN, 18/09/03
Very striking black smoke girl who was a little upset by the time we got to her. Short wide wedge to head with flat skull, large low-set broad-based ears with small tufts & muffs; gentle curve to brow, high cheekbones & well defined whisker break, with stubbly whiskers & eyebrows. Good stop to short nose in profile, pleasing short broad muzzle & medium depth almost level chin with correct bite. Oval shaped green eyes are large, set wide apart & slanted towards ears, showing typical “wicked” expression. Slender neck, mature well filled body feeling hard & muscular, proportionate slim legs ending in small oval feet; well covered tail of correct length tapering to tip. Coat of soft texture is short, covers body well & shows good rippled effect extending down from back to flanks & part way down legs. Some rexing on head & chest, too short to wave on underside of body. A lovely girl shown in excellent condition.
2. MARSHALL’S GR PR LORRENTINO CRYSTAL SPARKLE (33a 14), Blue-Eyed White Devon Rex FN, 15/07/06
Rather a feisty girl of very good overall type. Fairly large broad-based ears with small tufts, set quite low. Brow curves back to flat skull, quite a good stop to short nose in profile; excellent width at cheekbones & clearly defined whisker break. Pleasing breadth to short muzzle with quite a firm chin & correct bite. Pale blue oval shaped eyes, fairly large & set wide apart although perhaps a little straight & lacking desired slant towards ears. Slender neck, well rounded chest & very heavy solid body with quite a fat tummy! Slim proportionate legs ending in small oval paws & well covered tail reaching beyond shoulder & tapering to tip. Pristine white coat is short & soft in texture, covers body well & shows excellent rexing over most areas, with shorter downy hair on underside. Beautifully prepared for the show. I understand she won 2 Imperials today, many congratulations!
3. MARSHALL’S GR PR MAGICAL MISTERFANTASTIC (33a 36b), Chocolate Smoke Devon Rex MN, 19/04/06

Kitten male - 14wks – 6 mths: 2 cats entered, 1 absent
1. SHEPPARD’S CATOMINE JOYOUS JASPER (77), 29/07/08
Well grown boy of 5 months. Rounded skull, large wide-based ears set at correct angle; pleasing width at eye level & slight stop to profile. Straight nose, broad muzzle & well defined whisker break, with chin of reasonable depth & level bite. Greenish yellow eyes are large, lustrous & set well apart, with dark outline. firm muscular body of good weight for age, slender legs ending in small oval feet; tail just short of shoulder when brought around side of body & tapers to a blunt tip. Excellent coat of short silky texture, showing 2 bands of sepia ticking on pale warm ivory undercoat, a few bars inside front legs & smudges to back knees; dark spurs to hind legs & dark line down tail. Cheetah lines to face & pink nose with almost complete liner; small faint spots on belly. Friendly, confident boy shown in excellent condition.

Kitten female – 14wks – 6 mths: 1 cat entered
1. & BOB ARUNDEL’S KWANSAN KALAHARI MIAKAL (77), 04/08/08
Delightful baby, full of purrs! Slightly rounded top of head, large well cupped ears set wide of parallel; excellent width at eye level with slight stop to straight nose in profile. Good definition to whisker break, pleasing breadth to muzzle, medium depth chin slopes back a little; level bite. Dark outline to large, lustrous muddy yellow eyes set well apart & held wide open giving typical expression. firm muscular body, slender legs ending in small oval paws; blunt-tipped tail short of shoulder when brought around side of body. Super coat, short, silky & close lying, showing 2 bands of sepia ticking on soft warm ivory undercoat. Cheetah lines to face, complete nose liner, faint bars inside front legs & smudges to back knees; dark spurs to hind legs & dark line down tail. Underside clear warm ivory. 5 month old girl of wonderful temperament, very confident & outgoing. I see that she became overall BIS Singapura, many congratulations to her owners & breeder.

Kitten female – 6 – 9 mths: 1 cat entered
1. PENFOLD’S KWANSAN NUTIKITI NALA (77), 17/04/08
Just a few days off adulthood & of very good overall type. Rounded skull, large well cupped ears set just wide of parallel, good width at eye level & slight stop in profile. Nose perhaps just a little long for perfection, well defined whisker break, muzzle of reasonable width with medium depth almost level chin & correct bite. Excellent eye shape, brilliant yellow in colour & set well apart, giving pleasing expression. Medium size well muscled body, legs tapering to small oval feet; tail short of shoulder when brought around body, feels a little bony towards the tip. Short fine coat, a little open in texture today (it seemed particularly cold in this corner of the hall); ticking not too clearly defined, with only one band at tips of hairs in some areas of the coat. Pale warm ivory undercoat, clear on underside with faint yellow broken necklace, cheetah lines to face, pink nose with liner, very faint bars inside front legs & smudges to back knees. Dark line down tail & dark spurs to hind legs. Excellent condition & super temperament – this was a lovely group of kittens.

Breeders Adult M or F – 1 cat entered
1. GREENFIELD’S KARCASAM RAPHAEL (77), M, 06/11/07
Adolescent boy who was a bit upset & difficult to handle today. Slightly small ears set just wide of parallel on gently rounded skull, good width at eye level & slight stop to profile. Short nose, good whisker break & short broad muzzle. Medium depth chin falls away slightly; I was unable to check the bite. Green eyes, set wide apart, would prefer them larger & more open to give a more typical expression. Strong muscular body, muscled legs tapering to small oval feet; blunt-tipped tail just short of shoulder when brought around body. Excellent coat, short, silky & close lying, showing 2 bands of sepia ticking on warm ivory undercoat. Cheetah lines to face, complete nose liner with salmon pink leather, some bars inside front legs & on back knees, dark spurs to hind legs & dark line along tail. Didn’t appreciate being penned next to the other boys today!

Non-Breeders Adult M or F – 5 cats entered
1. ARCHER’S GR CH SHADANZA TANZANITE (77), F, 02/05/02
Beautiful mature girl, so gentle & relaxed. Large well cupped ears set at correct angle on rounded skull, excellent width at cheekbones & slight dip in profile. Short straight nose, clearly defined whisker break, short broad muzzle with medium depth level chin & correct bite. Beautiful large, well opened hazel eyes set well apart & showing typical expression. 6 year old girl with firm muscular body, legs tapering to small oval feet & tail of correct length tapering to blunt tip. Lovely coat of short, silky texture, showing 2 bands of sepia ticking on a very attractive old ivory undercoat, with excellent warm tones to colour overall. Clear unticked underside, faint bars inside front legs & on back knees, dark spurs & line down tail. Blurred cheetah lines to face, dark outlined eyes and nose liner with salmon pink leather. Shown in excellent condition & a delight to handle. I noticed that she later became BIS adult, many congratulations.
2. SANDERSON’S CH JINNOMNI DRASNIAN SAKURA (77), F, 19/09/06
Rather a wriggly girl. Fairly large ears, broad-based & set just wide of parallel on slightly rounded skull. Short straight nose with salmon pink leather, slight dip at eye level in profile, good width to short blunt muzzle & well defined whisker break; medium depth level chin, bite just scissored over. Large eyes of brilliant green with dark outline, set wide apart & well opened, giving a pleasing expression. Medium sized solid mature body, slim legs tapering to small oval feet & blunt-tipped tail almost reaching shoulder when laid along side of body. Short, fine, close-lying coat displaying 2 bands of slightly cool toned sepia ticking on ivory undercoat. Markings include cheetah lines to face, dark nose liner, dark spurs to hind legs & dark line down tail. Lively girl of 15 months in excellent condition.
3. PAVEY’S SPENCES GOLD FLY(77), 20/02/06

Adolescent Adult M or F – 2 cats entered
1. GREENFIELD’S KARCASAM RAPHAEL (77), M, 06/11/07
2. SHEPPARD’S JINNOMNI BELOVED BONNIE (77), F, 27/03/08
Not at all happy today, we could only handle her briefly. Fair type, rather a long head with large wide based ears set at correct angle, dip to profile, slightly long nose with dark outline & pink leather. Slight whisker break, acceptable width to longish muzzle & slightly shallow receding chin. I was unable to check her bite. Fair width at eye level; hazel eyes of acceptable size although shape not typical, showing quite a slant to the top line – perhaps due to her mood. Compact muscular body, slim legs ending in neat oval feet; tail showing faint half rings ends in blunt tip & falls just short of shoulder. Good coat texture & ticking, warm ivory undercoat; bars inside front legs & on back knees, dark spurs & line down tail. Didn’t do herself any favours with her temperament today!

Junior Neuter M or F – 1 cat entered
1. LANE’S PR DRASNIAN RAFFLES JEWELS (77), MN, 26/07/07
Noisy boy, happier in his double pen. Rounded skull, large well cupped ears set wide of parallel, slight stop to profile & reasonably short straight nose with dark liner & salmon pink leather. Good width to short blunt muzzle, medium depth chin slopes away a little, bite is level. Fairly good width across eyes which could be larger for preference; set well apart, green in colour with dark outline. Short silky coat of pleasing warm tone, showing 2 bands of sepia ticking on golden ivory undercoat; some bars to front legs almost extending to outer side, smudges to back knees, faint cheetah lines to face, dark spurs to hind legs & dark line down tail. Shown in excellent condition, just a little unsure of himself when handled.

Senior Neuter M or F – 1 cat entered
1. HAINES’ PR VALISA APRIL WISPURR (77), FN, 24/04/04
Very pretty girl who showed herself well. Fairly large well cupped ears set just wide of parallel to rounded skull, slight stop to profile; dark outline to short nose with salmon pink leather showing a bump just below eye level. Well defined whisker break, short broad muzzle with medium depth level chin & correct bite. Dark outline to large well opened green eyes, set wide apart & showing typical expression. Mature girl with solid muscular body, proportionate legs ending in small oval paws; tail ending in blunt tip just short of shoulder when brought around side of body. Short fine coat showing 2 bands of sepia ticking on golden ivory undercoat, giving a pleasing warm effect overall. Clear ivory colour to underside & chest, warmer salmon tones to backs of ears & nose, bars inside front legs & on back knees. Cheetah lines to face, dark spurs to hind legs & dark line down tail. A friendly relaxed girl who enjoyed being handled. She later became BIS neuter, many congratulations!

Congratulations to Celia, Lynda and their respective teams on a very happy and well run combined show with some lovely cats and kittens present; I thoroughly enjoyed my day in the good company of Jenny Bauerfeind who handled the cats gently but firmly and was a great help on a busy day; many thanks Jenny, I look forward to the next time.
AV FSH ORIGINAL BREEDS PREMIER, MALE:
1 & GR PR to HALL’S PR JONSCOTT ZAZU (33a31as) 16.9.07. A good natured young cat with a firm well muscled body, long fine legs with small oval paws and balanced, tapered, well covered tail; ears large, lightly tufted, wide at base and low set, broad short head with a flat skull, distinct stop to profile, whisker break a little on the fine side for perfection, whisker break, good chin and level bite. Elegant neck; coat short, fine and showing waves which could be deeper but are there, under-parts covered in short fine fur; excellent condition and well presented.
AV FSH ORIGINAL BREEDS PREMIER, FEMALE:
1 & GR PR to BANDY’S GR CH & PR TROIKA MARIA MOREVNA (16a) 8.6.00. A pretty female with a typically ‘Russian’ expression; firm lithe body, long fine legs with small oval paws and balanced tapering tail; ears tall, narrow and set vertically, short head with a flat skull, slight concave curve to profile, broad muzzle with prominent whisker pads, good chin and level bite; eyes of almond shape and clear green colour. Coat soft, fine, silky and dense, standing beautifully over her body, even medium blue colour with a silvery shine; excellent condition and well presented.
RESERVE to WELFARE’S PR REXIRU SILVER SPIRIT (33a30s) 5.12.06. Another pretty female with a lovely wicked expression; firm lithe body, long fine legs with small oval paws, tail tapered, balanced and well covered; ears large, wide at base, tufted and low set, broad short head with a flat skull, distinct stop to profile, broad muzzle with whisker break, good chin, bite a little untidy where she is losing some of her front teeth but level; eyes large, well set and hazel colour. Coat silky and short but her body is well covered and well waved; excellent condition and presentation.
AC ORIENTAL CHAMPION, MALE:
1 & GR CH to TARBOX’S CH TIJANMEEK MCLAREN (37fn) 23.8.07. A handsome and elegant male with a long firm well muscled body, long fine legs and fine balanced tail; large ears of excellent set and flare that are lightly tufted, balanced wedge head, straight profile, chin rounds off slightly, bite level; eyes of oriental set, excellent expression and clear green colour. Long elegant neck, coat short close and shining, even apricot colouring; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
AC ORIENTAL CHAMPION, FEMALE:
GR CH not awarded.
1 to LLOYD’S CH SEIDO SIMISOLA (37) 31.5.04. A good natured female with a sweet expression; long lithe body, long fine legs and fine balanced tail; ears large, lightly tufted and flared but held slightly high until she relaxed, medium length wedge head, dip to nose and chin rounds off a little which spoils her profile, bite level; eyes of oriental set and hazel green colour. Coat black and shining, excellent condition and beautifully presented; I would give her a Champion Certificate but, to me, she is not quite up to this high award.
AC ORIENTAL PREMIER, MALE:
1 & GR PR to HOLDER’S GR PR MYLYNN MAGICNOIR (62.36)9.12.06. A big yet elegant and handsome cat of excellent type and balance with a long firm well muscled body, long legs with oval paws and long plume-like tail that is well furnished; large ears of excellent set and flare, even wedge head, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of clear green with an excellent expression. Coat fine, silky, close-lying but good length and showing ‘fringes’ along his sides, gleaming black topcoat on a silvery base, faint ghost markings on face; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
AC OCICAT ADULT, FEMALE: Two lovely females present but only one BOB to award:
BOB to CAUNTER’S GR CH THICKTHORN LOTUS BLOSSOM (73b) 3.11.06. A beautiful female, a little shy but sweet natured, lithe firm body, legs and paws in proportion, tail tapered, balanced and well ringed; ears large, lightly tufted and of excellent set, balanced head, slight dip in profile, good broad muzzle, chin rounds off slightly, bite level; eyes large, well set and hazel colour dark rimmed, excellent wild expression. Coat short, close and silky with an excellent shine, beautifully marked head, smaller spots scattered across her shoulders with larger thumb-shaped spots on her hindquarters and the ‘bulls eye’ pattern on each side of her body in darkish chocolate on a pale copper agouti background; excellent condition and presentation.
AC OCICAT KITTEN, MALE:
1 & BOB to PARRY’S NWELA FRECKLES (73bs) 21.5.08. A handsome and strong young male with a firm well muscled body, legs and oval paws in proportion, tail tapered, balanced and well ringed; ears fairly large, tufted and well set, balanced head, slight dip in profile, lovely broad muzzle with whisker break, good chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and amber colour. Coat short and close, excellent shine and texture and showing a wonderfully clear well spotted pattern in dark chocolate on a silvery base-coat; excellent condition and most beautifully presented.
2 to MAUDLIN’S THICKTHORN TAMBAA-TYPHA (73r) 15.7.08. A well developed and strong young male who ran the winner very close; firm well muscled body, legs and paws in proportion, tail tapered, balanced and well ringed; ears quite large, tufted and well set, balanced head, profile a little too straight at present but a slight break can be felt, good broad muzzle, firm chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and golden colour with an excellent expression. Coat short, close and of silky texture with beautiful warm fawn colouring on a paler fawn agouti background, very well spotted over his lower back with a ‘bulls eye’ pattern on each side, spine-line a little solid at present but showing signs of breaking up, some slight linkage on his shoulders but, again, this should break up as he develops; excellent condition and presentation.
AC OCICAT KITTEN, FEMALE:
1 to CAUNTER’S THICKTHORN CAFÉ AU LAIT (73ks) 19.4.08. A lovely little female of very good type and balance with a firm muscular body, legs and paws in proportion, tail long, tapered and very well ringed; large ears tufted and of excellent set, balanced head with a good broad muzzle, firm chin and level bite, profile a little on the straight side at present; eyes of full almond shape, colour developing and will probably be amber. Coat short, close and shining, showing an excellent clear well spotted pattern in cinnamon on a silvery base, she has some linkage on one side at present, beautifully clear spine-line, excellent condition and beautifully presented.
2 to PARRY’S PARDALIS GENESIS (73b) 2.6.08. Another pretty little female, well developed and strong with a charming temperament; long firm well muscled body, legs and paws in proportion, tail tapered, balanced and well ringed; ears quite large, tufted and of excellent set, balanced head, profile almost straight at present but I can feel a slight break, broad muzzle with prominent whisker pads, good chin and level bite; eyes of oblique set and amber colour. Coat short, close and silky, pattern shows warm chocolate on a paler agouti background and is well spotted but she has a small amount of linkage on each side at present which should clear as she develops, lovely clear spine-line; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
SORREL ABYSSINIAN NEUTER, FEMALE:
BOB to LEITH’S GR PR RINTINABY RED HERRING (23a) 31.5.05. A very pretty female of lovely type and balance with a firm lithe body, legs and oval paws in proportion, tail tapered, slightly thick at base and balanced; ears large, lightly tufted and wide set, broad head showing gentle contours, slight break in profile, rounded muzzle with indentation, good chin and level bite; eyes large, full almond shape and amber colour, dark rimmed, good pigmentation markings on face, some pale cream around her lips and chin. Coat short and close with an excellent texture, quite dense and well ticked in chocolate on a bright apricot background, full heels; excellent temperament, condition and presentation.
AC OCICAT NEUTER, MALE:
1 PC & BOB to DONLON’S PR THICKTHORN MURRAYA (73c) 26.6.04. A lovely big cuddly cat with a long firm body, legs and paws in proportion, tail tapered, balanced and well ringed; ears large, lightly tufted and well set, balanced head with a dip in profile, balanced wedge with a broad muzzle, good chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and hazel colour, excellent expression. Coat short and close, showing a very good lilac pattern, well spotted over his body, excellent condition and beautifully presented.
AC OCICAT NEUTER FEMALE:
1 & PC to MCRAE’S BALLEGO FOREVERINBLUEGENES (73a) 2.9.06. A sweet natured female with a firm but rather plump body, legs and oval paws in proportion, tail tapered and balanced; ears quite large, tufted and well set, balanced head, profile has a very slight dip, good broad muzzle, good chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and hazel colour. Coat silky and close-lying, the body is actually well spotted in dark blue but has a dark ‘mantel’ over her back which obscures the pattern somewhat and spoils the clarity, dark blue pattern with an oatmeal contrast on her under-parts; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
FOREIGN WHITE KITTEN, MALE:
1 & BOB to DAVIDGE-EVANS BURNTHWAITES BOBBY DAZZLER (35) 19.5.08. A young neutered male with a long firm body, long fine legs and long fine tail; ears large, well set and flared, medium length wedge head, almost straight profile, chin rounds off but bite level, small muzzle pinch; eyes of oriental set but a little on the small side, clear vivid blue colour. Coat short and close, clear white with an excellent shine and texture; excellent condition and well presented.
ORIENTAL BLACK KITTEN, MALE:
1 & BOB to LLOYD’S SEIDO SPEEDWAY (37) 13.4.08. A handsome young male, well developed and strong with a long firm body, long fine legs with small oval paws and long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, even wedge head, straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes colour a little muddy but developing. Long elegant neck; coat short, close and dense shining black with no white hairs; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
2 to LORD’S DRUIDSWAY BLACK PANTHER (37) 7.5.08. Another handsome young male with a long firm body, long fine legs and long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, balanced wedge head, straight profile, chin rounds off a little but bite level; eyes of oriental set and green colour. Long neck, coat short and close, dense ebony with no white hairs; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
AV FSH GRAND CHAMPION OR CHAMPION, MALE OR FEMALE: (a very interesting class of quality cats with 11 present):
1 to SHEPHERD’S GR CH LORRENTINO LADYGUINEVERE (33a36).
2 to CAUNTER’S GR CH THICKTHORN LOTUS BLOSSOM (73b).
3 to DESOLLA’S CH INDASIA INKREDIBLE (33.16) 16.4.05.
AC ORIENTAL NOVICE ADULT:
1 to HAGGAR’S SOLARUS FUNNYHONEY (37y) 21.3.08. A very pretty female with a firm lithe body, long fine legs with small oval paws and long fine tail; large ears well set and flared, balanced wedge head, straight profile, good chin and level bite; expressive eyes of oriental set and green colour. Long neck; coat short and close with an excellent shine and texture, very attractive soft warm fawn patched and mingled with shades of rich cream; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
2 to TARBOX’S ADATESH TUAN THEBLUESQUAD (37a) 9.3.08. Another pretty female with a long lithe body, dainty legs and paws and long fine tail; large ears well set and flared, balanced wedge head, small muzzle pinch, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of clear green. Long neck; coat short and close, dark blue colouring and excellent shine and texture; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
AC ORIENTAL NOTIVE NEUTER:
1 to CROWLEY/LAMBERT’S FIROUSI DAISIE-MAE (48.40at) 21.11.07. A very pretty female with a long firm well muscled body, long fine legs and long fine very well ringed tail; large ears well set and flared, balanced wedge head, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of lovely deep blue with an excellent expression. Coat short, close and shining with blue tabby markings on points, soft blue body colour and very clean white patching up to one-third with white on all four legs and feet; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
SINGAPURA SENIOR ADULT:
1 to SANDERSON’S GR CH CATOMINE FRISKY FANDANGO (77) 16.6.06. A handsome male with a firm well muscled body, legs and oval paws in proportion, tail long, tapered and balanced; ears large, wide at base well set and cupped, balanced head with a rounded skull, width across his eyes, wedge curving to whisker break and broad muzzle, good chin and level bite, slight stop to profile; eyes large, lustrous, dark rimmed and hazel colour, nose salmon pink and outlined in dark pigment. Coat short fine silky and close-lying, well ticked in sepia on a warm ivory background, darker dorsal line and tail tip, some faint barring on inner front legs, tiny bony excrescence at tip of tail, excellent condition and well presented.
2 to PAVEY SPENCES GOLD FLY (77) 20.2.06. A sweet natured female with a lovely temperament and very good type and balance, a little small and dainty, coat short fine close and showing a well ticked pattern in sepia on ivory; eyes large, hazel colour, expressive and dark rimmed, nose salmon and outlined in dark pigment; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
3 to GREENFIELD’S GR CH KARCASAM LITTLE DEVON (77) 18.10.06 male.
SINGAPURA VISITORS NEUTER:
1 to HAINES PR VALISA APRIL WISPURR (77) 24.4.04. A beautiful female of lovely type and balance with a super temperament; firm lithe body, fine legs and paws, tail balanced and tapered; ears moderately large, rounded, wide at base and well set, balanced head with a rounded skull, break to profile, width across her eyes, head curving to a broad muzzle with whisker break, good chin and level bite; eyes large, dark rimmed and green colour, well set and expressive. Coat short fine and close-lying, very well ticked, some barring on inner front legs, darker dorsal line and tail tip, excellent condition and beautifully presented.
2 to LANE’S PR DRASNIAN RAFFLES JEWELS (77) 26.7.07. A well developed and strong male neuter of good type and balance; long firm well muscled body, legs and oval paws in proportion, tail long and tapered with a blunt tip; ears moderately large, wide at base and well set, balanced head, break to profile, rounded muzzle with whisker break, good chin and level bite; eyes large, dark rimmed and well set, hazel colour, nose outlined in dark pigment. Coat short, close and very well ticked in sepia on an ivory background; excellent condition and beautifully presented.

My thanks to Celia and her Committee for my invitation to Judge once again at this popular Show. Andrew Brown was my Steward for the day and I thank him very much for all his help, including fetching the cups of coffee, here’s to the next time Andrew.
AC BRITISH SELF OR BI-COLOUR PREMIER MALE:
GR. PC. DALBY & SHEEN’S INT GR CH & PR DONJELAMI SPECIAL BREW 17 MN 28-09-02. Extremely nice quality Cream Neuter male, good round head and full cheeks and rounded muzzle, neat ears set well with good width between. Round eyes of deep gold colour, short broad nose, even bite and firm chin. Strong body and sturdy limbs, broad chest, dense coat of nice shade of clear pale cream, just a little soft, balanced tail with rounded end. A pleasing exhibit, who handled well, although he was a little timid.
RES GR PR ANDERSON-CARTER’S PR ROCADANNE BLACKJACK 15 MN 04-10-07. Large Black Neuter boy, good head shape, full cheeks and muzzle, neat ears set well, large round copper eyes. Short broad nose, even bite, broad chest, strong body and limbs. Jet black glossy coat sound to the roots, just lying a little flat to day, good tail to balance with rounded end. Two very nice exhibits, difficult to separate.
AC BRITISH SELF, TORTOISESHELL OR BI-COLOUR PREMIER FEMALE:
GR PR CHANDLER’S PR KOLINGA BLUEBELLA 28 FN 04-06-07. Excellent Blue/Cream Neuter girl of very large solid build, beautiful round head, full cheeks and nicely rounded muzzle, lovely round deep copper eyes, small neat ears well set with good width between, short broad nose, even bite and firm chin. Broad chest, sturdy limbs, short dense coat well mingled with pale blue and cream, apart from a cream patch under her chin, balanced tail with rounded end, a very attractive girl. Congratulations to her owner and of course her breeders, as I understand she became a Grand Premier to day and also took the title of Best British Neuter in the Show.
AOC BRITISH NON-SELF PREMIER MALE:
GR PC MORRISS’S PR VINDELIS IN THE SPOTLIGHT 30 MN 18-08-06. Brown Spotted Male Neuter, not over large, but well balanced, but cheeks need to fill out further, neat ears set well, round eyes of excellent copper colour, short broad nose, even bite and firm chin. Short dense coat, well spotted, nice brown base colour, with dark brown spots, a very attractive exhibit, who handled well.
RES GR PC RODWELL’S PR JAPEETA FATSDOMINO 40.3 MN 28-09-01. Lovely Chocolate Point Colourpointed exhibit of good build and weight, round head with neat ears, round eyes of pale blue colour, short broad nose, even bite and firm chin. Rich deep chocolate ears, mask, legs and tail all matching, strong body with a clear ivory coloured coat, nice tail with rounded end. A most attractive exhibit, two quality cats, difficult to separate.
AOC BRITISH NON-SELF PREMIER FEMALE:
GR PC MADEN’S PR LIMATZ TRULY SCRUMPTIOUS 18 FN 03-07-07. Black Silver tabby Neuter girl of good weight and size, round head, full cheeks, but just a little narrow in the muzzle, medium ears set well, round eyes of lovely green colour, broad nose, even bite and firm chin. Clear black pattern, good butterfly, tramlines and oysters on pale silver ground colour, balanced well ringed tail.
RES GR PC WITHHELD GEARD’S PR VINDELIS SATIN LILY 30a FN 15-11-06.
Blue Spotted girl of fair type, fairly round head, cheeks need to be fuller, medium ears, short nose, even bite, fair chin. Coat short but poor spotting, quite solid on spine line, good tail. She was not a happy cat to day, plenty of spitting.
BI-COLOUR KITTEN FEMALE:
1 BOB HOLLWAY’S RAYANSHELL LILLY LUVBUG 31a F 27-04-08. Lovely Blue and White Bi-Colour girl of beautiful type, tiny ears set well with good width between, round eyes of good deep gold colour, short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Coat short and dense, of a medium shade of blue, correct proportion of white to colour, well prepared, apart from some staining on the hocks, balanced tail with rounded end. A promising exhibit, who handled well.
2 MARTIN’S WELLMAR SUZY BLISS 31a F 23-07-08. Another Blue and White girl, coat was a darker shade of blue and could do with a little more white, good head shape, medium ears set well, round deep gold eyes, broad nose, even bite, firm chin. Dense coat, strong body and limbs, balanced tail with rounded end.
TIPPED NEUTER MALE:
1 PC & BOB DRONSFIELD & COPE’S GREENDALE POLAR PRINCE 39 MN 04-04-07. Lovely type Black Tipped boy, beautiful round head, tiny ears, gorgeous large round green eyes, broad short nose, even bite, firm chin. Strong cobby body, thick dense coat, but just a little soft, fairly evenly tipped, but showing heavier tipping on lower back towards the tail, which was of good length with rounded end. A most attractive lad, who handled well.
AC JUNIOR BRITISH ADULT:
1 GARDNER’s TOPMARX QUEENOF CAMELOT 21c F 13-05-07. Lovely Lilac Tortie girl, neat round head with full cheeks, even bite, firm chin, excellent deep copper eye colour. Cobby body shape, short dense well mingled coat, balanced tail with rounded end. A most attractive girl, who handled well.
2 MANN’S LORASTON MILLY-VANILLI 17 F 12-06-07. Young Cream female of lovely type, good round head, deep copper eye colour, broad nose, even bite, firm chin. Very pale cream coat colour, short and dense, good tail to balance with rounded end. A very nice girl.
3 POTT’S VINMAR SILVA-BELLA 18 F 11-04-07. Black Silver Tabby. Three quality girls, hard to separate.
AC TABBY OR SPOTTED BRITISH ADULT MALE OR FEMALE:
1 EDNEY’S CH ROCADANNE MR BEAN 30d M 15010-07. Gorgeous red Spotted boy, huge round head and full cheeks with nicely rounded muzzle, neat ears set well with good width between, excellent large round deep copper coloured eyes, broad short nose, even bite and firm chin. Deep broad chest, strong cobby body, thick limbs, coat short and dense, beautiful rich red ground colour, with deeper red spotting, well ringed tail to balance, with rounded end. A most handsome lad, who handled well.
2 SIDWELL’S ARAVEL TOMORROWS HERO 18 M 01-07-06. Very timid Black Silver Tabby male, lovely round head shape, medium size ears set well, good green eye colour. Nice deep silver ground colour and dense black pattern, clear butterfly, good tramlines and clear oysters, well ringed tail.
3 BUJALSKA-AXON’S CH YALLYKITZ OLIVER 30a M 06-10-06.
AC BRITISH KITTEN NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR MALE:
1 WITHEY’S STONNALL FLYBOY 17 M 15-05-08.
2 BLACKLEDGE’S KOLINGA I SCREAM 17 M 26-05-08
3 MAXTED’S SARGENTO SILVER ZENO 30s M 05-06-08
AC BRITISH NEUTER MALE:
1 EDNEY’S CH WELLMAR BOYGEORGE 16 MN 17-06-06.
2 DALBY & SHEEN’S INT GR CH & PR DONJELAMI SPECIAL BREW 17 MN 28-09-02.
3 MATTHEW’S GR PR PAMPURRED PAPER-TIGER 30 MN 20-05-06

Many thanks to Celia and her hard working team for my invite to this very popular show. This year the venue was shared by 5 cat clubs, which enabled some of the clubs to enter two shows and possibly win 2 C.C.’s on the day. This must surely be the way that clubs must go. I know as a breeder and exhibitor, I long for the day when I have the opportunity to enter two shows under two different judges all in one day. Also, my grateful thanks to Pauline Gribbens who very kindly stewarded for me. We had a really good day with some terrific British Shorthairs.
BLACK ADULT MALE:
1 CC & BOB DENNY’S CH CHESLO EASTON CASPER. What can I say, such a gorgeous young man. I am talking about the cat and not the owner I might add!!! Lovely large well balanced boy, true British headshape, with excellent width between neat tiny ears. Well balanced cheeks and well rounded eyes of orange colour. Short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Excellent weight to a body of good depth standing on short thickset legs and rounded paws. Tail of medium length, thick at base with a rounded tip. Very dense short jet black coat, just a little unsound in places today. I understand he received his 3rd Grand Ch. Certificate, so congratulations.
2 SIDWELL’S ARAVEL BASIL BRUSH. Much young boy who needs to mature. He has a well rounded head but lacks the maturity of the winner. Ears a tad wide at base, nicely balanced cheeks, round eyes of deep gold colour. Short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Good sized body although he stands a little tall at present. Tail in proportion. Lovely jet black coat, short and sound to roots but I would like it denser, and rather unsound today. Lovely temperament.
BLUE ADULT MALE:
1 CC ROSS’S ADATESH BURLINGTON BERTIE. Youngest boy out of the two at 10 months. Maturing well for his age. He has a well rounded head shape with a lovely open expression. His ears are well set but flared at base. Excellent large expressive round eyes of orange colour. Short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Heavy body with good stocky legs and rounded paws. Thick tail of medium length with a rounded tip. Coat of medium blue colour, short, dense and sound to roots. One of those coats that you can move in any direction and it just flows
2 BUJALSKA’S-AXON’S DELPHINIUM MIGHTY ATOM. Another stunning boy, very mature with a well rounded head, balanced cheeks, well-set ears, just a little heavy browed. Eyes of good orange colour, short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Body of good weight and depth, thickset lets and rounded paws. Tail in proportion. Lovely pale blue coat, very short and very dense and sound to roots. Just sorry that he had to meet the winner today, it was very close.
BRITISH BLUE FEMALE:
1 CC & BOB MARTIN’S CH ADSETSH BLUE SAPPHIRE. Very pretty girl of excellent type. She has a lovely round head with well set ears, although a little flared at base. Neat balanced cheeks, round eyes or orange, short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Heavy body for her age, with good depth, standing ‘4 square’ on short thickset legs and rounded paws. Tail in proportion, thick at base but with a pointed tip. Lovely pale blue coat, short, dense, sound to roots and with a lovely temperament.
2 PERRY’S ADVISH ABEL AWILD. Very nice girl who could be larger for her age. Fairly good top of head, well set ears, excellent round eyes of deep orange colour, short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Body of fair weight for her age, good sturdy legs and rounded paws. Tail of medium length, thick at base with a rounded tip. Coat of good pale blue, fairly short, would like it denser, but sound to roots
3 NEALE’S JALANDHARA SIMPLY MAGIC. Young lady with a fair shaped head, unfortunately her ears are rather large at present for balance. Excellent round orange eyes, short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Body of medium weight, legs in proportion to body. Tail of medium length. Coat of good medium blue colour, short in length but lacks density, and showing some silver tipping today.
4 WESTALL’S PAMPURRED ANCHELLE. Pretty girl of excellent type, unfortunately today, her 3rd eyelids were very pronounced which completely spoilt her facial expression. Rather small for her age but compact and she had a well rounded head shape, neat ears, and from what I could see, orange eye colour. Short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Coat of medium blue, fairly short, could be denser and very unsound today.
I must just mention that we had Brown’s Ch Charmoden Simplygrace for best of breed, she is absolutely gorgeous, but unfortunately her bite let her down today.
BLACK NEUTER:
BOB ANDERSON-CARTER’S PR ROCADANNE BLACKJACK.
BLUE NEUTER MALE:
1 PC & BOB EDNEY’S CH WELLMAR BOY GEORGE. Magnificent boy with a true British head shape. I wonder if he was ever a ‘stud’ before being neutered. Excellent width between well set ears, balanced cheeks, round eyes of orange. Short broad nose, level bite, chin just a tad shallow, but what a handsome fellow. Stands ‘four square’ on chunky thickset legs and huge rounded paws. Very broad chest, body of good depth. Tail in proportion. Excellent pale blue coat, very short, very dense and sound to roots, and a lovely temperament ‘to boot’.
2 THOMAS’S KOLINA HECTOR. Another very well grown boy, with a lovely round headshape and well-set ears. Round eyes of deep gold, short broad nose, level bite and firm chin. Very heavy body which is well balanced, Good sturdy legs and rounded paws. Tail of medium length with a rounded tip. Lovely mid blue coat, very short, and very dense and sound to roots. Sorry he had to meet the winner today.
JUNIOR BRITISH ADULT MALE:
1 HAZEL’S WYREWOOD CONQUEROR 79s -15.
2 ROSS’S ADATESH BURLINGTON BERTIE - 16
3 FUDGE’S BRITARD MR BOJANGLES – 40/4
AC BRITISH LIMIT KITTEN FEMALE:
1 CHANCE’S CHESLO FRITTON SADIE (15)
2 HOLLOWAY’S WINDYMEADOW NANETTI (40/10)
3 MURRAY’S PHENLIES MEMPHISBELLE (79s 30g)
AC BRITISH PREMIER OR ARISTOCRAT MALE OR FEMALE:
1 MATTHEWS’ GR PR PAMPURRED PAPER-TIGER (30)
2 MORRISS’S PR VINDELIS INTHESPOTLIGHT (30)
3 HARRIS’S PR ADVISH ESSYLT ALOYSIUS (30s)
SHORT-HAIRED CAT SOCIETY CLUB CLASS:
AC SELF BRITISH KITTEN:
1 BROWN’S KOLINGA MUI MUI (16)
2 MARTIN’S WELLMAR TITAN (16)
X 2 HOLLOWAY’S RAYANSHEL BETTY BLUEJEANZ (16)
3 HARDY’S STONNAL AQUA MARIE (16)
THE TABBY CAT CLUB:
AC SH TABBY ADULT:
1 BUJALSKA-AXON’S CH YALLYKITZ OLIVER (30a)
2 PANTING’S ADSETSH TABITHATWITCHER (18)
AC SH TABBY KITTEN:
1 GRIBBEN’S CRAIZIPUSS PAINTED LADY (18e)

Thank you Celia for the invitation to judge once again at this well run show. Many thanks to my steward Theresa Grant for her help on the day. It was the first time she had stewarded and I hope not the last. I hope she enjoyed her day as I did and that we can work together again soon.
BRITISH BLUE KITTEN MALE:
1 MISS J MARTIN’S WELLMAR TITAN (16) M 23/7/08 – Blue kitten of good size and shape. He is cobby and compact and shows good depth to his body. Round head with good width between rounded ears which he needs to grow into as they are slightly tall at the moment. Large round expressive orange eyes that are spaced nicely apart. Nose is short broad and straight. Level bite. Nicely rounded cheeks with firm chin. Coat is a lovely pale shade of blue and it is showing silver tipping at the moment which is quite permissible in a kitten. Coat is a little long, dense and soft in texture at this time, rather than crisp. Tail is medium in length and thick with a rounded tip. Lovely temperament.
2 MR R BIRD’S JOCOCA OCEAN DRIVE (16) M 1/06/08 – Blue going through the teenage stage at the moment. He is a little rangy at present but has good boning. He is nicely balanced for type. Head is round and he has good width between his ears which are small and rounded. Eyes are large and well opened, they are copper in colour. Nose is short broad and straight. Cheeks are full but chin is a little weak. Good bite with top incisors concave. Coat is a pastel shade of blue, slightly unsound at the roots, dense, crisp and short showing slight silver tipping which is permissible in a kitten. Tail is medium in length and in proportion to his body.
3 MRS L BROWN’S LYNBRO TOPCAT (16) M 16/7/08 – Blue of good shape and size. Cobby and standing low on the legs. He is well boned. Head is round and he has good width between his ears which he needs to grow into at the moment. Eyes are round, well opened and orange in colour with a slight green rim. Nose is short, broad and straight. Cheeks are quite full with chin lining up with the tip of the nose. Level bite. Coat is medium blue in shade and just slightly unsound. Coat is dense and a good length but a little soft in texture. Tail is medium in length and thick with a rounded tip.
BRITISH BLUE KITTEN FEMALE:
1 BOB MR & MRS BROWN’S KOLINGA MIU MIU (16) F 15/4/08 – Blue kitten of excellent size and shape for her age. She is a very pretty young lady with a lovely temperament and nicely balanced British type. She is cobby and compact showing good depth of body. Round head with good width between small rounded ears. Large round copper eyes that are nicely spaced. Nose is short broad and straight. Level bite. Cheeks are full and rounded. Firm chin. Coat is a lovely shade of blue and is slightly unsound. Coat is a little soft in texture, dense and slightly long on the day. Tail is medium in length and thick with a rounded tip.
2 MRS S HOLLOWAY’S RAYANSHEL BETTY BLUEJEANZ (16) F 27/4/08 – Blue who is cobby in shape and stands low on the legs on round firm paws. Head is just a little small to her body which makes her look unbalanced at the moment. Eyes are large, round and copper in colour. Nose is short broad and straight. Good bite. Cheeks filling nicely chin just a little weak. Coat is a rather dark shade of blue and unsound near the roots. Coat is short, dense and crisp. Tail in proportion to her body.
3 MRS N WALKER’S ADATESH KISHI MOJIN (16) F 8/09/08 – Blue baby of good shape and size and well grown for her age. Cobby body standing on short strong legs. Head is round with good width between ears which are small and rounded. Eyes are round, well opened with colour still developing as they are muddy brown at the moment. Short straight and broad nose. Cheeks filling with firm chin. Good bite. Coat is a medium blue and unsound. It is short, dense and crisp. Tail medium in length with rounded tip.
BLACK, CHOCOLATE or LILAC TORTOISESHELL KITTEN:
1 BOB MISS J KNAPP’S KERNMERE TREACLE TART (21b) F 30/7/08 – Chocolate Tortoiseshell who is well grown for her age. She is cobby in shape and stands low on the legs. Head is round with good width between her ears which are a little tall at the moment. Large round eyes of copper which have a slight green rim at present. Short broad nose. Cheeks full with firm chin. Good bite. Coat is a good length and texture. It is showing a good mixture of chocolate and a rich red which is evenly intermingled although she has a small patch of red on her chest. She also has faint tabby markings which are apparent when viewed from a distance. She has both colours clearly defined all over her body. Tail is medium in length and has a rounded tip.
BLUE-CREAM KITTEN:
1 BOB MISS J KNAPP’S KERNMERE CONSTANCESPRY (28) F 30/7/08 – Blue Cream baby who I could have taken home – she is really pretty with lovely balanced British type. Cobby in shape and standing low on short strong legs. Head is round with good width between ears that are small and rounded. Large round copper eyes. Short broad straight nose. Full cheeks with firm chin. Good bite. At the moment she is more cream- blue than blue -cream as she has a large cream patch on her right flank but it is inter dispersed with a small amount of blue hairs, she also has a patch of cream just below her chin. Cream is pastel in shade and the blue medium. Coat is short dense and crisp in texture. Tail medium in length and rounded at the tip. Lovely temperament.
2 MS C MANN’S PURRADE SULALCOS ARWEN (28) F 21/7/08 – Very pretty Blue Cream who is cobby in type, well balanced and showing a good depth to her body already. She stands low on the legs on rounded paws. Round head with full cheeks although chin recedes at the moment. Ears are a little tall but are rounded and spaced well apart. Nose is short, broad and straight. Large round expressive copper eyes. Bite is slightly overshot at present. Coat is dense and crisp and a good length. It is a lovely shade of blue with a subtle light and medium toned cream with a small patch of cream on her chest. Colours are evenly intermingled over the whole body. Tail is thick, medium in length with a rounded tip and showing rings.
3 MRS R JONES’S ADATESH BLUEBERRY CRUMBLE (28) F 7/7/08 – Blue Cream going through the adolescent stage. She is rather rangy in shape and stands a little tall on her legs. Head is round and she has good width between her ears which are a little large. Round deep copper eyes. Short straight nose which is broad. Good bite. Cheeks needing to fill, weak chin. Coat is short, crisp and dense. Coat is a medium blue in shade and is evenly intermingled with cream which is a little warm in tone. Both colours are clearly defined although she has small patches of cream on her body. She ahs a cream blaze on her face which is permissible. Tail is medium in length with a rounded tip.
BLUE TORTIE AND WHITE KITTEN:
1 BOB MRS R JONES’S ADATESH MADDISON AVENUE (22a) F 7/7/08 – Blue Tortie and White who is going through the teenage stage at the moment as she is rather rangy in shape and stands tall on her legs. Round head with good width between her ears which are a little tall at present. Large round orange eyes. Nose is short, broad and straight. Level bite. Cheeks could be a little fuller, firm chin. Coat is dense, short and crisp. It is nicely patched in a medium shade of blue and a pale cream. White underparts, collar and a white patch on her back. She also has an asymmetrical upturned V on her face that has cream in it. I would say that she is half white and half colour. Tail showing both colours, medium in length with a rounded tip.
AC BRITISH ADULT NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR MALE:
1 MRS HARRISON & MRS GRIBBEN’S CH CRAZIPUSS CALLMECHARLEY (17) M 28/10/06 – Mature and well grown Cream male. Body is cobby in shape and he stands low on short strong legs. He has well balanced British type. Head is round with good width between small ears which are rounded at the tip. Eyes are large, round and a deep orange colour. Nose is short, broad and straight. Bite is level. Cheeks are round and full and he has a firm chin. Coat is a pale toned cream; it is a little paler near the roots. Coat is short, dense and crisp showing very faint tabby markings. Tail thick at the base with a rounded tip, medium in length. A lovely boy.
2 MR P PERDEAUX’S CLEYVIEW BLANQUITTO (39) M 22/2/08 – Black Tipped who is going through the teenage stage at the moment as he is a little rangy although well grown. Round head with good width between small rounded ears. Round expressive eyes which are green in colour and outlined in black. Short broad nose with full brick leather, outlined in black. Level bite. Full cheeks but chin a little weak. Coat is dense and crisp but a little long. Almost white undercoat with the coat on the back, flanks, head, ears and tail evenly tipped with black. Legs show tipping. Chin, stomach, chest and under tail almost white. Tail in proportion to body, thicker at the base with a rounded tip.
3 MR & MRS FUDGE’S BRITARD MR BOJANGLES (40 4) M 28/3/08 –Lilac Colourpointed of good shape and size. He is compact and shows good depth to his body. Round head with good width between small rounded ears. Eyes are large and round and pale blue in colour, would have liked a deeper shade. Nose is short, broad and straight with full pink leather. Good bite. Round cheeks, firm chin. Coat is short dense and crisp and clear of shading. Points are a bluey lilac, lacking a pink tone with a lovely full mask. Tail is thick and medium in length.
AC BRITISH ADULT NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR FEMALE:
1 MRS L BROWN’S CH CHARMODEN SIMPLYGRACE (16) F 6/5/04 – British Blue who is cobby and well balanced standing on short strong legs on round firm paws. Round head with good width between ears which are just a little tall at the moment. Round expressive orange eyes, would have liked them a little deeper in shade. Nose short, broad and straight. Level bite. Cheeks are round with firm chin. Medium blue that is sound, short, dense and crisp. Tail medium in length, thick and has a rounded tip.
2 MRS P GRIBBEN’S GR CH RUSHLIGHT PROMISE (30es) F 21/7/07 – Tortie Silver Spotted of good shape and size. Cobby body standing low on short strong legs with round firm paws. Large round head with full cheeks. Good width between ears that are rounded at the tips but a little tall at the moment. Large round copper eyes which are spaced nicely apart. Short nose which is broad and straight. Good bite. Strong firm chin. Coat is short dense and a little soft in texture at the moment. Ground colour is pale silver with black Tabby markings overlaid with small patches of red. The head markings are M to forehead, spotted whisker pads, spectacles and thumbprints to the ears. Body and legs showing oval shaped spots although spotting is linked on body. Tail has narrow rings is thick and of medium length.
3 MISS J MARTIN’S CH ADSETSH BLUE SAFFIRE (16) F 9/9/06 – British Blue who is cobby and well balanced standing on short strong legs on round firm paws. Round head with good width between ears which are a little tall at the moment. Round expressive copper eyes. Nose short, broad and straight and full leather. Level bite. Cheeks round with firm chin. Medium blue shade to coat that is sound, short, dense and crisp. Tail medium in length, thick and has a rounded tip. Pretty young lady with lovely temperament.
AC BRITISH BREEDERS KITTEN MALE:
1 MRS S LEE’S SEWNSEW WOTSITABOUTALFIE (79S 16) M 14/4/08 – Blue Selkirk who is well grown for his age. Good muscular torso with cobby conformation. Head is broad and well rounded. Ears are medium in size and set nicely apart. Round eyes set wide apart. Nice profile with nose medium in length with a downward slant. Muzzle needing a little more padding and width. Good bite. Dense coat that was even in length over the entire body and standing well away. The rexing is developing well especially around the neck and on the tail and legs and coat is a lovely soft texture. Tail thick and medium in length.
2 MISS J MARTIN’S WELLMAR TITAN (16) M 23/7/08
3 MRS L BROWN’S LYNBRO TOPCAT (16) M 16/7/08
AC TABBY OR SPOTTED BRITISH KITTEN:
1 MRS S CHANCE’S CHARMODEN DYNOMITE (30a) F 30/7/08 – Blue Spotted who is cobby in type and stands low on the legs, very playful and very pretty. Round head with cheeks nicely rounded. Ears small and round at the tips, spaced nicely apart. Large round orange eyes. Nose that is short, broad and straight. Level bite. Coat dense, short and crisp. Ground colour is a bluish fawn with markings that are deep blue. Head pattern shows a well defined M to forehead, spectacles, spotted whisker pads and thumbprints to her ears. Pattern on the body and legs shows well defined oval spots. Tail is medium in length and well ringed.
2 MRS P GRIBBEN’S CRAZIPUSS PAINTED LADY (18e) F 1/5/08 – Tortie Silver Tabby. Body is cobby in shape and she stands low on the legs with round firm paws. Head round with ears which are little tall today, rounded and set nicely apart. Eyes hazel in colour, large and round. Nose broad and straight with a full brick leather. Level bite. Chin a little weak. Coat short dense and crisp. Silvery ground colour with dense black markings overlaid with a rich red. M to forehead, thumbprints to ears, spectacles and spotted whisker pads. Shoulder shows a butterfly, oyster on both flanks which are almost full. Well defined spine lines. Tail well ringed, thick and medium in length.
3 MRS H MAXTED’S SARGENTA SILVER ZENO (30s) M 5/6/08 – Black Silver Spotted of good size and shape. Cobby body standing low on short strong legs with round firm paws. Large round head needing cheeks to fill. Good width between ears that are a little tall at the moment. Large round green eyes spaced nicely apart. Short nose which is broad and straight. Good bite. Chin a little weak. Coat is short dense and crisp showing slight tarnish on nose. Ground colour is silver with dense black Tabby markings. Body and legs showing numerous oval shaped spots, around the shoulder areas the spots are elongated and linked. M to forehead, spotted whisker pads, thumbprints to ears and spectacles to eyes. Tail well ringed with the tip of the tail being the same colour as the markings.
AC BRITISH NOVICE NEUTER:
1 MRS H GOODWIN’S ILONA SILVER SPARKLE (79S 30S) MN 18/8/07 – Silver Tabby Selkirk. Good size with solid muscle tone but I would have liked a little stronger boning on the legs. Face is round with full cheeks but needing more padding to the muzzle. Ears are a little small in size but are set well apart. Round eyes which are nicely set. Rounded brow with a short, broad nose which is straight and in profile has a downward slant. Good bite. Super coat that was fairly uniform in length and standing out from the body. It had random structured waves which where very well rexed around neck, tail and underparts.

My thanks to Lynda and the AGCS committee for the invitation to judge at the club
show and to Celia for allowing the extra side classes for the Short Hair show. Also I
am, as usual, indebted to Heather Bradley for her care and considerate handling of
the exhibits and the judge. Many thanks to the exhibitors for trusting me to judge
your delightful cats at the breed show.
Open Classes
Asian Self Kitten Male (14 weeks to 6months)
1st Mr & Mrs Trotter’s TROTKATZ CHOCOLATE ROBIN (72b) M 17/09/08
Gorgeous wee baby boy! Poor wee man seemed to be teething rather badly in the
morning. I noticed later in the afternoon he had settled down and was looking very
relaxed and settled. Large and lustrous rich golden amber eyes greeted me first;
they are set well apart and had a very pleasing shape to them. Head on he has a
short wide wedge, he was teething badly when I handled him and the duty vet
confirmed he had a slightly irregular lower tooth but his bite was level, a blunt
muzzle, rather pronounced rounding in the top of head (almost a Dome) at present
which might be expected in such a young kitten. His ears were set well apart, being
of good shape at present, wide at the base with rounded tips and slight tufts (due to
his teething pains it was not possible to assess the profile tilt today). In profile his
skull shows good depth, a very rounded “kitten” brow, a very good nose break, an
essentially straight nose that fell away slight to his nose leather, jaw of good depth
which lay in the correct plane to his nose. His medium sized body was very well filled
for his age having that lovely plump kitten feel, but the muscles are developing
nicely, strong chest and straight back. His legs were in proportion, the hind pair
being taller and having oval paws. His coat was very much a baby coat going
through that first moult and was patchy in terms of hair length and quality due to
this, but it was a superb shade of chocolate, very warm and absolutely sound to the
roots, he had a few stray white hairs mostly guard hairs though and his nose leather
and paws were a complimentary shade of chocolate to match his coat. All in all a
very sweet little chap who although suffering with teething pain when we examined
him purred away and really enjoyed a fuss today. Will look forward to watching his
development.
2nd Mrs Ward’s RHUGGIBEAR EBONY CHIEFTAN (72) M 19/09/08
What a well grown youngster. His medium eyes were set wide apart and well shaped
with correct slant to upper lid and pleasing rounding to lower, in colour they were a
muddy yellow still. Head on he has a short wide wedge, with a blunt muzzle which
was marginally pinched today due teething perhaps, but having a level bite; he also
shows gentle round between his wide set ears which were of acceptable size, wide at
the base with rounded tips. In profile his skull showed reasonable depth, a rounded
brow, good break to his straight nose and acceptable depth to his jaw, I would
prefer greater depth for perfection, which was set back slightly. His medium sized
body was of excellent weight, with a strong chest and straight back. His limbs were
medium sized but well proportioned, taller on the hind legs with attractive spoon
shaped paws. His moderately thick tail balanced and had a paint brush tip. His coat
was rather kittenish at present - a tad fluffy still; it was coloured to the root but
there were some pronounced white hairs evident, no doubt where mum has been
carrying him around, obviously black in colour with matching nose leather and paw
pads. Shown in excellent condition and well prepared; such a sweet little soul who
was very cheerful!
Asian Self Kitten Male (6months to 9months)
1st Mrs Pashler’s ADATESH COOLIAS EDUSA (72a) M 04/06/08
Rich golden yellow eyes which unfortunately he distorts somewhat narrowing them
inside the pen and then widen them to “Chapel Hat Peg” size outside of the pen, he
also rather tended to hood over the upper lids, set wide apart on his somewhat
narrow head. Face on his has a medium length medium width muzzle which may
well have been distorted by teething as his bite was confirmed as level by the duty
vet but the lower teeth appear to be pushing further forward. He was puffing out his
whisker pad though but had gentle rounding between his ears but they needed to be
further apart as his head was somewhat narrow. Ears of reasonable size, wide in the
base, with rounded tips and correct profile slant. His skull was of medium depth in
profile, showing a rounded brow, a reasonable nose break, a straight nose a looking
but a little too long, with a shallow receding jaw. His body was well grown for his
age and he had very good weight and muscles developing nicely, a strong chest and
a straight back. He had long legs which were in proportion to his body, neat oval
paws and correctly taller hind legs. His tail balanced, had a gentle taper to a rounded
end. His coat was slightly long but had good texture, it was the most unusual blue I
have seen with a strange Pinkie-Brown (Cinnamon?) shade which was somewhat
patchily scatter about his coat – there was a hint of silvering too but there was
colour to the root if somewhat paler. A little nervous but handled well.
2nd Mrs Pashler’s ADATESH AGROTIS PRONUSI (72a) M 04/06/08
This report will be very similar to his brother as they were almost alike as peas in a
pod with a couple of minor differences. Medium sized eyes of golden yellow with
green inner rim though, correct shape again with slight hooding to upper lids and set
wide apart. Head on he was as narrow as his brother with medium width wedge of
medium length, bite was level but whiskers puffed out again, gentle rounding but
ears though set as far apart as they could be they still look incorrect because the
head is not broad enough to take them as yet, they are of reasonable size, wide in
the base and with rounding at the tips profile tilt was not quite there yet. Medium
depth to skull in profile, rounding to brow, a weak nose break which needs more
definition, straight if somewhat long nose, slight receding jaw which was again too
shallow. Again a well grown body, with good weight and muscles developing very
nicely, strong chest and straight back. Good long legs in proportion to body, neat
oval paws and taller hind legs. Again coat the same as his brother slightly too long,
that same odd pinkish-brown shade mingled into the pale blue but colour descending
to the root if paling top the root. I am afraid he was tenser than his brother which
along with his inner green rim and weaker nose break separated them for me.
Asian Self Kitten Female (6months to 9months)
Another pair of siblings who are developing really nicely!
1st Ms Rice’s CORVUS CELESTIAL (72b) F 24/05/08
Lovely girl who I was pleased to see since I saw her a few months back in Yorkshire
continues to develop beautifully. Rather lovely large and lustrous rich coppery amber
eyes set well apart her broad head, super shape giving a typical pleasing expression
with their super slant to the nose in the upper lids and fully round lower lids. Head
on she has a pleasing short wide wedge, leading to a blunt muzzle finish with a level
bite, gentle rounding across her broad head with well set ears; which are of good
shape and size, wide in the base with rounded tips and have a good profile tilt. Her
skull has very good depth in profile, a rounded brow with a very good nose break,
straight short nose, jaw of acceptable depth set in correct plane to the end of her
nose. Her medium sized body has very good weight, super muscle tone for her age,
a good strong chest and straight back, her elegant legs are in proportion with neat
oval paws and taller hind legs. Her tail balances and tapers well to a paint brush tip,
being generally of moderate thickness. A lovely rich chocolate coat colour if paling
slight towards the root with correct nose leather and paw pads to compliment her
colour, the coat is leek and lies very close to her body. Shown in excellent condition
and having a very sweet nature.
2nd Ms Rice’s CORVUS EUPHORIA (72b) F 24/05/08
Another super young lady what a shame to be competing against her sister but
lovely to see her out supporting her breed and showing how lovely the Chocolate
Selfs can be. Again large and lustrous deep coppery amber eyes correctly set and
shaped. Very pleasing head on with a short wide wedge, level bite and good muzzle
shape, gentle rounding and ears set well apart. Her ears are a good shape and size
for her head, wide at the base and with pleasing rounding to the tips and correct
profile tile. She has a deep skull in profile and a nicely rounded brow, her break is
acceptable but not as good as her sisters I’m afraid, her short nose is straight but
falls way slightly toward the nose leather at the end, her jaw is of acceptable depth
and sits correct in the right plane to the end of her nose. Nice medium sized body of
very good weight and muscle tone developing nicely, strong chest and straight back,
medium sized legs in proportion to her body with nice oval paws and taller hind legs.
Tail balances well and tapers to a paint brush tip but is slight thicker than her sisters.
Again another lovely dark rich chocolate but pales much more towards the root than
her sister’s coat, it too was sleek and lies very close to her body. A lovely girl who
handled well but did not seem quite as confident as her sister.
Tiffanie Kitten Female (14 weeks to 6 months)
1st Mrs Ward’s HUGGIBEAR AUTUMN PROMISE (68 45) F 19/09/08
What a super expression this wee baby had – a real cutie! Large and lustrous rich
golden eyes set wide apart with super shape, lovely expressive slant to nose in upper
lids and fully rounded to lower lids – typical expression. Super head on showing a
short wide wedge, wide at the jaw hinge with a blunt muzzle finish and a level bite,
ears set wide across a gently rounded top. Ears of good size, wide at the base, round
tips with lovely tufts and gentle furnishings still developing, already displaying the
correct profile tilt. Good depth to skull in profile, with a rounded brow, good break,
straight nose that fell away slightly at the end of her nose, good depth to jaw and
set correctly in good plane to end of her nose. Medium sized body of good weight for
size with a rounded chest and straight back, dainty legs in proportion to body with
sweet little spoon shaped paws and correctly taller hind legs. Her medium thick tail
balanced and tapered to a paint brush tip. Her ticking is developing but evident;
having thumbs to ears, M to forehead, spectacles, faint broken necklace, and solid
spine descending down her tail no rings to tail but having stripes on all four legs. Her
coat colour is developing I would hope the background colour still has a good way to
go yet as was a bit indistinct. The coat texture was still rather immature and very
kitten fluffy none-the-less well presented and a very sweet little baby.
WC Mrs Reavil ADATSH AMARKATE (68 43esq) F 10/08/08
Unfortunately I could not find a single trace of Red in the kitten and would
respectfully suggest she should registered at 68 43sq
Well grown girl with large eyes of golden yellow tone, good shape to upper lid but
lower lid could be fuller for perfection, set wide apart. Head she has a short wide
wedge, good width at jaw hinge and tapering to a blunt muzzle finish with gentle
rounding to top of head and ear which are of good size and set, wide at the base,
round tip with wee tuft developing nicely, set well apart showing good profile slant.
Skull has medium depth, rounded brow, good nose break, straight nose, reasonable
depth of jaw and correct plane to nose end. Medium sized body is developing well
and has good weight, strong chest and straight back; paws are in proportion with
oval paws and correctly taller hind legs. Her tail balanced and tapered to a rounded
end. Whilst her coat is still developing it is quite pleasing already with a plum, ruff,
ear streamers and toe tufts beginning to develop; unfortunately she had no evidence
of red intermingled anywhere on her coat or paw pads (I even check in between her
toes) she had a lovely even mantle of BCR brown over a pristine silver background;
scarab, M to forehead, spectacles and spine line all developing nicely. A real shame
to have to wrong colour her as she was otherwise a rather charming exhibit who
though a little tense handled well.
Miscellaneous Classes
AV Asian Adult bred by Exhibitor, Male
1st Mrs Turner-Russell’s Gr Ch WELLBRAND HAYMAKER 72 43cq M 04/05/05 BCR
Medium large pale green eyes set well apart with correct shape. Face on showing
short wide wedge, level bite and blunt muzzle, gentle rounding between ears which
were set well apart, they are good for size, wide at the base, with rounded tips. In
profile having medium depth to skull, rounded brow, good nose break, straight nose,
jaw of reasonable depth in correct plane to nose end. Medium body of pleasing
weight, strong chest and straight back, medium legs in proportion, oval paws and
taller hind legs. Medium thick tail balances and tapers to a rounded end. I did
hesitate over his colour which was border line caramel with hints of metallic sheen
but I gave the benefit of the doubt after consulting a full judge. Definite pinkish
casting but dulled slightly by the hall lighting which may have added to the sheen
effect around the hocks and paws, light beige background colour, light thumb prints
to ears, M to forehead and scarab evident too, spectacles on face, faint necklace,
stripes to legs and tail, of soft and satin like texture marginally long, would prefer
shorter for perfection. Shown in super condition and handled very well.
2nd Mrs Laugher’s Gr Ch LOHR AZTEC CAMERA 72 43bsq M 11/04/07 Oh dear a
rather upset young man who have given the judge before me a rather hard time.
Large and lustrous pale yellow eyes set well apart with correct shape. Face on
showing medium width to wedge could not check bite due to his mood but has a
relatively blunt muzzle, slightly flat top between ears which were set well apart, of
good size, wide at the base, with rounded tips and wee tufts. In profile has
reasonable depth to skull, gently rounded brow, nose break could do with more
definition, straight nose with slight roll off to nose leather, jaw of medium depth in
correct plane to nose tip. Large frame body of reasonable weight and good muscle
tone but looked a tad rangy at present, strong chest and straight back, long legs
which adds to the rangy look, oval paws and taller hind legs. Tail balanced and
tapered to a rounded end, free from faults. Good even mantle of BCR chocolate
which is appropriately cooled by the pristine silver background, faint thumbs to ears,
skull cap and M to forehead, spectacles to face, well descended spine line to solid
tip. Coat of medium length and silky texture – what a shame he was rather grumpy
and uncooperative today but managed to handle him in his pen without injury or
upset to either of us.
AV Asian Adult not bred by Exhibitor, Female
1st Mrs Chapman’s Ch KAGURA AUREOLE (68q) F 06-09-07
Simply gorgeous; super type and lovely coat for colour, texture and length a proper
SLH coat. Large and lustrous pale golden yellow eyes set well apart with excellent
shape; super slant to upper lids and full rounding to lower lids. Face on showing
short wide wedge, level if slightly untidy bite and blunt muzzle, gently rounded
between ears which were set well apart, they are good for size, wide at the base,
with rounded tips and tufts and streamers developing nicely. In profile having
excellent depth to skull, rounded brow, very good nose break, straight nose, jaw of
good depth in correct plane to nose end. Medium body of pleasing weight, strong
chest and straight back, medium legs in proportion to body, oval paws and taller
hind legs. Medium thick tail balances and tapers to a rounded end. Super true rich
chestnut BCR brown which was very even and glowing with a healthy sheen on her
silky and fine semi-longhaired length coat. Her coat is still developing with the plum
and ruff somewhat in development at this stage but the texture was truly stunning.
She was somewhat frightened when we arrived at her pen but she handle well and
after covering her with a blanket she had settled down well by the time we returned
for my tutorial
2nd Ms Bradley’s Gr Ch KAMEHAHD TICKETY BOO (72 45) F 21/09/05 A very sweet
girl. Large and lustrous rich coppery amber eyes set well apart with correct shape.
Face on showing short but medium width wedge, level bite and blunt muzzle, gentle
rounding between ears which would look better if they could be set across a broader
head, they are good for size, wide at the base, with rounded tips. In profile she has
good depth to skull, rounded brow, good nose break, straight nose, jaw of
reasonable depth in correct plane to nose end. Medium body of pleasing weight,
strong chest and straight back, medium legs in proportion, oval paws and taller hind
legs. Medium thick tail balances and tapers to a paint brush tip. Super even ticked
coat that fits her like a glove with a smooth as silk feel to it, rich coppery tone to
background set against black bands of ticking. Ears have thumb prints, head has
skull cap, M to forehead and spectacle lines to face, broken necklace, solid spin line
descending down her tail to a solid tip with strips to all legs and solid hocks that
ascended well. A very gentle girl who is always a pleasure to handle just needs more
width to her otherwise lovely head.
3rd Mrs Ward’s MOONSPINER CAIRNIS GIRL (72a) F 23/02/04
Extra 3rd Mr Gabb’s RUSHBROOKE KAHLUA OVER ICE (68) F 05/12/07
AC Shaded or Tabby Asian Kitten (inc Tiffanie)
WC Mrs Ravil’s ADATESH AMARKATE (68 43esq) F 10/08/08 See previous
AC Shaded or Tabby Asian Neuter (inc Tiffanies)
1st Mrs Steel’s Pr ABBURREX PREEMADONNA (72 45q) FN11/06/05
What a character! Large and lustrous pale green-yellow eyes set well apart with
correct shape. Face on showing short wide wedge, level bite and blunt muzzle,
gently rounded between ears which were set well apart, they are good for size, wide
at the base, with rounded tips. In profile having very good depth to skull, a very
rounded brow, good nose break, straight nose, jaw of good depth in correct plane to
nose end. Medium body of pleasing weight – rather well fed but she looks good on
it, strong chest and straight back, medium legs in proportion, oval paws and taller
hind legs. Medium thick tail just balances and tapers well to a rounded end. Clear
defined black ticking on a gentle coppery background with grey (slating) in roots
across shoulders but this did not disturb her colour; good thumb prints to ears, M to
forehead, spectacles to face and broken necklace, well developed hocks and stripes
to legs, her spine line descend to solid tip at end of tail – her coat was short and had
a lovely soft feel to it. She handled well even though she had a lot to say for herself
and some of it unrepeatable, but really showed us her displeasure when we put her
back in her pen but not harm done – as I stated a larger than life character, but I
bet she’s great fun to live with!
AV Asian Radius Neuter
1st Mrs Elrdige’s Gr Pr FRILFORD FUSILIER (72 43s) MN 10/10/02 Nice lad who was
well behaved and handled well. Large and lustrous golden yellow eyes, set well apart
with correct shape. Face on showing short but medium wide wedge which rather lets
him down as it need more width for balance, level bite and blunt muzzle, gentle
rounding between ears which were set well apart, they are good for size, wide at the
base, with rounded tips. In profile his skull had medium depth, a rather flat brow, his
nose break was lacking in definition, straight nose, jaw of reasonable dept in correct
plane to nose end. Large body of excellent weight, strong chest and straight back,
medium legs in proportion, oval paws and taller hind legs. Medium thick tail balances
and tapers to a rounded end. His black was sometimes a little unconvincing in
places, it appears to have quite a brown tinge to it especially around his paws and
tail as if they’d been bleached out but not a tarnished look, clear silver background
though. Scarab to head, M to forehead, stripes on legs and tail, faint broken
necklace and faint thumbs to ears also, his coat was too long really but lies well. A
gentle giant who handled very well.
AV Asian Adult judge for temperament
1st Ms Bradley’s Gr Ch KAMEHAHD TICKETY BOO (72 45) F 21/09/05 Behaved well
and purred through out judging – see previous
2nd Mrs Kemp’s NATKATZ JABULANI (72 45sq) F 26/01/08 Not a happy girl today,
did not purr for us but told us in no uncertain terms that she wasn’t really
enjoying being handled.
AV Foreign Breeder’s Kitten, Female
I essentially need a whole armful of firsts this was simply a stunning class and
to all those I did not place I really did admire your kittens the Russian were
delightful as were the Tonks
1st Mrs & Miss Halligan’s MUMANDACATS MAMMA MIA (79 30)
Quite simply one of the most eye catching Bengals I have ever seen, amazing
wild look to head; small with super ears lovely expression across eyes. Her
pattern was so striking although she appeared to have pale ground to her pelt
the golden traces were quite remarkable with super arrow heads that had
wonderful dark outlining to define them yet a mellow inner contrasting warm
brown colour – a very lovely girl very pleasing!
2nd Ms Southall’s COLDENOUGHFORSNOW YUKIKO (83aw)
Super confident girl! Medium sized head in proportion to her solid body, having a
broad wedge with rounded contours, top of head was rounded nicely and forehead
beginning to flatten, straight nose, firm chin. Alert good sized ears and broad at the
base. Beautiful shade of blue to eyes of good shape and set. Good muscling to
medium sized body. Legs of good length with oval paws. Tail balances well tapering
to a rounded end. Coat was quite short, having good texture and healthy glossy
sheen to it. Super pattern with absolutely minimal white covering on her paws which
did not ascend up her leg and small white triangle on her face.
Extra 2nd Mrs Caunter’s THICKTHORN CAFÉ AU LAIT 73ks
An exquisite Ocicat kitten whose colour was very attractive and set on a pristine
silver background. Typical Ocicat look except for a slightly broader muzzle than I
would expect, large ears set well and wide in the base, large almond eyes which
were very expressive, solid feel to her body which was developing nicely having legs
of equal substance. Long tail had a slight taper. Super markings to her face and body
a very attractive kitten.
3rd Mrs Hibbs’ CHRISJAY TIA MARIA 76 30
Extra 3rd Miss Penfold’s KWANSAN NUTIKITI NALA 77
Any Red, Cream or Tortie Burmese Adult
1st Mrs J A & Miss E Matthews KACHYN PRARIE SUN 27f F, 20-11-06
A very appealing girl with a lovely shade of cream. Large and lustrous eyes of a rich
yellow amber tone, set well apart and with very good shape to both upper and lower
lids. Head on she had a short wide wedge, level bite which was a little untidy, blunt
muzzle and gently rounded top; upon which sat well set ears of good size, wide in
the base and had rounded tips which displayed the correct profile tilt. Her profile
showed a skull of good depth with very gentle rounding to brow, a good break with
a straight nose and jaw of reasonable depth which was set in the correct plane to
the end of her nose. Medium body had good weight and muscle tone feeling well
fed! She had a strong chest and straight back, proportionately medium size legs
which had oval paws, correct height to hind legs. Her tail balanced, was medium thin
and tapered well to a paint brush end. A rich, yet pastel cream with super powdering
evident across her head, spine and rounded areas. Shown in super condition, a very
positive sweet girl and was a real pleasure to meet!
2nd Prof K Jarvis KYMIAN MARTHA 27h, F, 15-10-06
Another rather sweet young lady who was unlucky to meet the winner today. Large
and lustrous pale golden yellow eyes set well apart, super shape to eyes especially
when relaxed. Head on shows a short wide wedge, level bite and blunt muzzle,
gentle rounding to top of head and ears that are of good shape, wide in the base
with rounded tips and good profile tilt, set well apart. In profile she had good depth
to her skull, a rounded brow, reasonable nose break, straight nose, jaw of
reasonable depth set in the correct plane to end of her nose. Medium sized body just
about acceptable weight, strong chest and straight back; her legs were in proportion
to her body, having oval paws and taller hind legs. Tail balanced, tapered to a
rounded end but there was slightly tensile feel toward the end. Short, soft, silky coat
of a warm chocolate tone, lightly mingled with shades of red which was very
attractive. Her condition was generally good, but I would have preferred her to have
been heavier at her age. A very sweet girl who handled very well despite being
somewhat concerned about the blower above us.

Thank you to Lynda, Celia and their teams for the invitation to judge today and for all the hardwork that went into making this combined show a success. Thanks also to my steward Sarah Sellman who handled the cats with care and efficiency.

Asian Tabby Kitten (14 weeks – 6 months) 1 entered
1 Peters ELLIECLO TENZIN (72 45sq) M 28/09/08
Delightful black silver ticked tabby with Burmese Colour restriction of very good weight and size for his age. He has a rounded chest and straight back, with elegant limbs, neat spoon shaped paws. His top of head shows gentle rounding and well spaced medium sized ears that are wide at the base with rounded tips and are set with a slight forward tilt. Large lustrous greenish yellow that have good shape and set with the top line slanting towards the nose and a fuller more rounded bottom lid and are set wide apart. In profile he needs a more distinct nosebreak and his nose has a tiny bump but his chin is of good depth and is level as is his bite. His wedge is short and broad and shows a slight pinch jaw hinge (teething?). His coat is a little long and kittenish at the moment and show rich warm seal brown markings on a pale silvery ground. His ticking is a little patchy at present showing distinct ticking along his sides and flanks but looking slightly more shaded in places along his spine line. He does however have a complex scarab, attractive pencilling on his face and has pale spectacles around his eyes with dark mascara. He has a pale broken necklace, half bars on his front legs, smudges on his knees and a spotty tummy. A promising lad with a lovely temperament who was really enjoying his day out.

AV Foreign Senior Neuter Male or Female 11 entered
1 Crutchleys Imp Gr Pr TOBYSDEN BALOU (76 30) MN 10/07/07
Stunning Bengal boy who was my wow cat of the day. He has a medium to large long body, which feels firm with excellent muscle tone. He has strong proportionate legs and large rounded paws. Good length to his tail which is thick and even, carried low and with a rounded tip. Typical head looking correctly small in proportion to his body with a broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones. He has a good profile showing a gentle curve from forehead to bridge of nose, slight concave curve to nose then straight to tip. He has a large broad nose with a broad muzzle and pronounced whisker pads, a firm level chin with a level bite. He has medium ears, wide at base and rounded at tips. His large sparkling green eyes are almond shaped and slanted towards the base of the ear. He has the most gorgeous coat that is short dense, soft and luxurious. He has golden rufus ground colour and black markings showing lovely glitter. Excellent facial markings with a very pale muzzle, ‘M’ on forehead, pencil lines on cheeks, chin straps and vertical streaks over head. Broken lines and spots on legs, rings on tail and spots on tummy. A very worthy Imperial with a lovely temperament and shown in tip top condition.

2 Eldridges Gr Pr FRILFORD FUSILLIER (72 43s) MN 10/10/02
This black silver Burmilla was very cold when we got to him so he enjoyed a cuddle to warm him up! He has a firm weighty body with a straight back and rounded chest, proportionate limbs and neat oval paws. His tail is of medium thickness and tapers to a rounded tip and balances his body. His top of head is just a little flatter than ideal but he has very good width between his ears that have a wide base, rounded tips and are set with a slight forward tilt their out edges following the line of his upper face. He has large lustrous golden yellow eyes that have the topline slanting towards his nose and a fuller more rounded lower line, set well apart giving him the desired Asian look. In profile he has good depth to his head with a rounded brow and distinct nosebreak, firm chin and level bite. His coat is slightly long but glossy and lays well and shows a jet black mantle over a sparkling silver ground. He has frown lines a half bars on his front legs.

3 Dews Gr Pr LOHR JOLENE (72 43nq) FN 22/07/06
Mature caramel Burmilla with Burmese colour restriction. She has a solid well muscled body of excellent weight. Her back is straight and she has a nicely rounded chest, dainty limbs and neat oval shaped paws, her tail is of a good shape and just balances her body. She has a lovely head with gentle rounding to top and good width between her largish well shaped ears that are set with a slight forward tilt. Short wide wedge narrowing to a blunt muzzle, level bite. In profile she has good depth to her head with an adequate nosebreak, straight nose, firm level chin. Large lustrous greenish yellow eyes have good shape and set with the top line slanting towards the nose and a fuller more rounded bottom lid set wide apart giving typical Burmese/Asian expression. Her coat is short glossy and close lying, showing a cool toned fawn over a pale beige base with the colour extending well down the hair shaft with more depth of colour over the spine line. She has an M on her forehead, spectacles and lovely dark mascara around her eyes. Lovely temperament and well presented.

Av Asian or Tonkinese Neuter Male or Female
1 Kemps Gr Pr NATZKATZ IRISH CREAM (72 43nsq) MN 16/05/07
Most gorgeous caramel silver Burmilla with Burmese colour restriction. Compact heavy body feeling firm and muscular with broad rounded chest and straight back. He has elegant limbs and neat oval paws, with a well shaped tail of the desired thickness and tapering to a rounded tip that balances his body. He has a beautifully balanced head with a gently round dome, with excellent width between his well shaped and set ears. They have a broad base, rounded tips and their outer edges follow the outline of his face and are set with a slight forward tilt. In profile he has a rounded brow, distinct nose break with a straight nose, good depth to his head and a firm level chin, level bite. He has a short broad wedge that tapers to a blunt muzzle. Large lustrous greeny yellow eyes are correctly shaped with the topline slanting towards his nose and a fuller more rounded lower lid, they are set wide apart giving him that typical Burmese/Asian expression. His coat is short glossy and close lying, showing a mantle of cool pale honey on a sparkling silver ground showing a distinct metallic sheen on top of head and heels. He has pale spectacles with dark mascara and pencilling on his cheeks, M on forehead, two broken necklaces and a solid tip to tail. A lovely boy show in excellent condition.

2 Plaws Imp Gr Pr RAINSONG STEVIE GERRARD (72 45d) MN 28/06/05
Handsome well known red ticked tabby boy I have judged before. Lithe medium sized body feeling firm and muscular with straight back and rounded chest with proportionate limbs and neat oval paws. Well shaped tail of medium thickness tapers to a paintbrush tip and is a little short to balance. He has a lovely balanced head with gentle rounding to top with well spaced medium ears of good shape and set with broad base and rounded tips and slight forward tilt. In profile he has a distinct nose break, straight nose, good depth to head and a level firm chin and a level bite. Large lustrous amber yellow eyes that have good set with the top line slanting towards the nose and a more fuller rounded line to the lower lid set wide apart giving the correct Asian expression. His coat gleamed with health and today his ticking was not as well defined as it has appeared in the past but I did manage to find some ticking showing three bands of deep red on a pale red ground on his flanks. He has pencilling on his cheeks, mascara effect on his eyes, spectacles and an M on his forehead bars on all four limbs and broken rings on his tail. A really lovely boy and a worthy Imperial, unlucky to meet the winner today.

3 Laughers LESSENTINE SIERRA SANDY (72k) MN 27/12/03
Nice to see an example of a Cinnamon self on the bench. He has a heavy well muscled body with rounded chest and straight back, proportionate limbs and neat oval paws. His tail is of medium thickness and tapers to a rounded tip and is just a fraction short to balance. His head needs more depth but has width between his ears that are wide at the base but need more rounding to the tips. In profile his brow requires more rounding and he has an adequate nose break but his nose is a little long and slopes away. His has large lustrous golden yellow eyes that have the topline slanting towards his nose with a rounded lower line, they are set well apart. He has a short broad wedge that just narrows a little at the jaw hinge. His coat is a rich warm toned cinnamon brown and is short but just a bit on the thick side and he has a smattering of white hairs at his throat. He has the most wonderful calm loving temperament and was a pleasure to handle.

AC Senior Burmese Neuter 6 entered 1 absent
What a lovely class this was with 6 quality Burmese

1 Blakes Ch & Pr HOBBERDY HOOPSCDAISY (27h) FN 04/02/06
Nicely balanced chocolate tortie girl feeling firm and muscular, with rounded chest and straight back. She has elegant limbs and neat spoon shaped paws. Her tail of medium thickness is well shaped narrowing to a rounded tip and balances. Slightly flat top of head with good width between her well shaped ears. They are set with a slight forward tilt and follow the outline of her face. Short broad wedge narrowing to a blunt muzzle, level bite. She has reasonable depth to head with a rounded brow and well defined nose break that has a tiny bump and medium firm chin that lays back a fraction. Large lustrous pale yellow eyes are well set with the top line slanting towards her nose and a fuller more rounded lower lid set well apart giving the typical Burmese expression. Beautiful chocolate tortie coat is short and close lying. A sweet girl with a lovely temperament.

2 Riddles Ch OAKFORD DRESS TO IMPRESS (27j) FN 27/10/06
A very pretty lilac tortie who is surprisingly heavy for her size and feels firm and muscular. Elegant slender legs with neat spoon shaped paws, her tail is of good shape and length, tapers to a paintbrush tip and balances her body. She has a very nice head with gentle rounding to top and good width between her well set ears. They are of the correct shape being wide at the base with a gentle rounding to top, and in profile show a slight forward tilt. She has a short broad wedge with blunt muzzle and level bite. Her profile is pleasing with a gently rounded brow, good nose break and straight nose. Good depth to head, with a deep firm chin. Large expressive yellow chartreuse eyes are of the correct shape with the topline slanting towards the nose and a fuller rounded bottom line – set well apart giving typical Burmese expression. Most beautiful sleek glossy coat that shows good mingling of a soft dove grey and a warm cream. Shown in tip top condition with a lovely temperament.

3 Teggs Gr Ch & Pr MINOTOSA PANDORA (27E) 17/07/03
Attractive brown tortie with a weighty well muscled body that has a rounded chest and straight back, he has dainty legs and neat spoon shaped paws. Her tail is of medium thickness and tapers to a paintbrush tip and is just a little short to balance. Gently rounded top of head with good width between her medium sized ears that are broad at the base with rounded tips and well set with correct forward tilt. She has a short wide wedge and nice blunt muzzle. Her eyes are large and expressive, chartreuse in colour and of good shape with the topline slanting towards her nose and a fuller more rounded lower lid, they are set well apart to give her that Burmese look. In profile she has a slightly flat brow, distinct break to her short nose that just rolls off at the tip, firm level chin and bite. Lovely short close fitting coat is glossy and a very pretty mingling of brown and tangerine.

AV Shorthair Adult Kitten or Neuter 6 entered 3 absent
1 Maxteds SARGENTA SILVER ZENO (30s) M 05/06/08
Attractive black silver spotted BSH youngster has a cobby body of good weight and bone with a short level back and broad chest. He has short strong legs with rounded paws and a medium thick tail that has a rounded tip. He has a nicely rounded head, with chubby cheeks, his ears are set well apart and are small with rounded tips. His profile shows a distinct break to his short straight nose strong deep chin. He has large deep yellow round eyes and a level bite. Very good short coat for his age that dense and crisp and shows well defined black spots on a silvery ground. He has an M on his forehead attractive pencilling on his face and clear necklaces.

2 Grays PAMPURRED FINN MCCOOL (16) M 26/07/08
Another nice BSH kitten just a not showing the maturity of my winner. He is of good weight with a short straight back and rounded chest. His legs are short and strong and with rounded firm paws, medium thickness to his tail which has a rounded tip. Round head with full cheeks and small well set ears that have rounded tips. He has a good nosebreak to his short straight nose and a firm level chin. He was just looking a little square in the jaw today. His eyes are nicely rounded and a rich golden yellow. His short dense coat was a medium blue but just lacked the crispness required.

3 Ahmeds SUNTOUCHED WOW FACTOR (76 30) M 20/01/08
I really liked Bengal for type but he really needed more weight today. He has a medium body with strong proportionate legs and large rounded paws. Good length to his tail which is thick and even, carried low and with a rounded tip. Typical Bengal head with a broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones. He has a good profile showing a gentle curve from forehead to bridge of nose, slight concave curve to nose then straight to tip. He has a large broad nose with a broad muzzle and pronounced whisker pads, a firm level chin with a level bite. His ears are medium in size, wide at base and rounded at tips. He has large green eyes that are almond shaped and slanted towards the base of the ear. His coat is short dense, soft and luxurious. He has golden rufus ground colour and black markings.Very good facial markings with a very pale muzzle, ‘M’ on forehead, pencil lines on cheeks, chin straps and vertical streaks over head. Broken lines and spots on legs, rings on tail and spots on tummy.

Non Pedigree Veteran Neuter 1 entered
1 Rices HOMER (18 years)
I was impressed by the condition of the lovely black and white lad when I judged him and thought him to be (according to my book) 8 years old. This was a small mistake and we have to add 10 years to his age as he is actually 18. He has a gleaming jet black coat with just a few white hairs, sparkling white toes on his front feet, socks on his back and a white bib and chin. He has the most attractive white flash down his nose. He was looking a trifle bored by the time I got to him and gave an enormous yawn showing me he still has nearly all his teeth!!! A lovely boy in fantastic condition and a credit to his owner.

AV Full Expression Asian Adult 4 entered
1 Sellmans Gr Ch KINABALU SWEET SAPPHIRE (72) F 11/07/04
Beautiful Bombay girl with a well muscled body of elegant proportions, she has a rounded chest and straight back, with slender elegant limbs and neat oval paws, her tail is of medium thickness and tapers to a rounded tip and just balances her body. She has the most beautifully balanced head, looking just like a black Burmese with a slight flattening to the dome with good width between her medium well set ears. They are broad at the base with rounded tips and set with a slight forward tilt their outer line following the line of her wedge. Her profile shows a gently rounded brow with a distinct break to her short straight nose, level chin and bite. She has a short broad wedge and blunt muzzle with good width at the jaw hinge. Her large lustrous pale yellowy green eyes have a gentle curve to the topline that slants towards her nose with a fuller more rounded lower line, they are set well apart to give a typical menacing expression. Her coat is like patent leather short glossy close lying and coloured to the roots. A lovely girl with a sweet temperament.

2 Trotters Ch CORVUS INTREPID (72) M 22/07/06
Another lovely Bombay who was unlucky to meet one today. Handsome lad with a lithe medium sized body feeling firm and muscular with straight back and rounded chest with proportionate limbs and neat oval paws. His tail is well shaped of medium thickness and tapers to a rounded tip and balances. He has a nicely balanced head with gentle rounding to top with well spaced medium ears of good shape and set with broad base and rounded tips and slight forward tilt. In profile he has good depth to head, a nose distinct nose break, straight and a level firm chin and a level bite. Large lustrous yellow eyes that have good set with the top line slanting towards the nose and a more fuller rounded line to the lower lid set wide apart giving the correct Asian expression. His coat is a glossy sleek black but just has a sprinkling of white hairs at his throat and across his shoulders

3 Gabbs RUSHBROOKS KAHLUA OVERICE (68) F 05/12/07
This black Tiffanie is of good size but I felt could do with more weight she has a straight back and gently rounded chest with good length to her tail that balances. Her legs are elegant with neat rounded paws. Short broad wedge that tapers to a blunt muzzle with good width at jaw. Gently rounded top of head with plenty of width between medium well set ears that are wide at the base with rounded tips and set with a slight forward tilt, the outer line following the outline of her wedge. In profile she has good depth to her head, a rounded brow and gentle nosebreak, straight nose and firm level chin and level bite. She has large lustrous yellow eyes of the correct shape with the topline slanting gently towards her nose and a fuller more rounded lower lid that are set well apart giving typical Asian expression. Her coat is of medium length and silky and she shows a plume to her tail, toe and ear tufts and streamers and the first signs of breeches and a ruff. A sweet girl shown super condition with a gentle temperament.

1 Peters BUGGIBA ELLIECHLO GABBIE (72 45eq) F 13/08/06
Nice Asian look to this black tortie ticked tabby with Burmese restriction. A very pretty girl with excellent weight for her size, she has a straight back and rounded chest, elegant limbs and neat oval paws, her tail is of a good shape and just balances her body. She has a slightly flat top of head with very good width between her largish well shaped ears that are set with a slight forward tilt, their outer line following the line of her upper wedge. Short wide wedge narrowing to a blunt muzzle, level bite. In profile she has reasonable depth to her head with an adequate nosebreak, straight nose, firm level chin. Large lustrous greenish yellow eyes have good shape and set with the top line slanting towards the nose and a fuller more rounded bottom lid set wide apart giving typical Burmese/Asian expression. Her coat is short glossy and close lying, showing a distinct ticked pattern of warm seal brown with shades of red on a pale brown ground with shades of red. She has an M on her forehead, spectacles and lovely dark mascara around her eyes with attractive facial pencilling. Lovely temperament and well presented.

2 Fryers MYANDAWN MATOSKA (72 45bq) M 02/02/08
This chocolate ticked tabby with Burmese colour restriction is a big lad and I felt just a little tubby around his tummy. He has a straight back with broad rounded chest, strong proportionate legs, rounded paws and medium thick tail that tapers to a rounded tip and is just short to balance. He has a nicely rounded dome with good width between his medium sized ears that a have a broad base, rounded tips and are set with a slight forward tilt. He has a short wedge that narrows to a blunt muzzle but I felt lacked the required width at his jaw hinge today. In profile his has good depth to his head but his brow is a little flat. He has a distinct nosebreak to his short straight nose, firm chin and level bite. Large lustrous yellow chartreuse eyes have the topline slanting towards his nose with a fuller more rounded lower lid and set well apart. His ticking shows two bands of warm milk chocolate on a pale brown ground. He has an M on his forehead, pale spectacles with dark mascara and solid lines running from his eyes and pencilling in his cheeks. He has chocolate colouring up his heels and a solid tip to tail. A very sweet boy shown in lovely condition.

AV Asian Kitten bred by exhibitor 2 entered
1 Wards HUGGIBEAR AUTUMN PROMISE (68 45) F 19/09/08
A tiny black ticked tabby Tiffanie at her first show today. She has excellent weight for her size with a rounded chest and straight back. Her legs are proportionate with neat oval paws and her tail balances. She has a gently rounded dome with very good width between her small well shaped ears which are wide at the base with slightly rounded tips and set with a slight forwards tilt. She has good depth to her head and a gently rounded brow and a distinct break to her short straight nose, shallow level chin. She has a short very broad wedge that narrows to a blunt muzzle with a level bite. Her eyes are large lustrous and yellow chartreuse in colour, their topline slants towards her nose with a fuller more rounded lower lid. Her coat is of medium length, soft and kittenish feeling just a little coarse along her spineline and developing nicely showing evidence of a plume, ruff and breeches. She has a scarab on her forehead, with pale spectacles and dark mascara. Her ticking is very subtle and she has leg bars and a solid tip to her tail and heels. A very sweet kitten with a lovely temperament.

Wrong colour
Reavils ADATESH AMARKATE (68 43 esq) F 10/08/08
Very pretty Tiffanie kitten that was in my book as a Black tortie silver shaded with BCR, however I couldn’t find a trace of tortie anywhere her pads included. I felt that after consultation with a full judge I had no choice but to wrong colour her. She was of good weight for her size with proportionate limbs and rounded paws. Gently rounded trop to her head with good width between her well shaped and set medium ears. They have a broad base with rounded tops and set with a slight forward tilt. In profile she has reasonable depth to her head with a rounded brow and distinct nosebreak but her nose just slopes off, her chin is shallow and lays back a fraction. Her wedge is short broad and just looks a fraction pinched at the jaw hinge today and her bite is level. She has large lustrous yellow eyes that have the correct shape and set with the topline slanting towards her nose with a fuller more rounded lower lid and set well apart. Her coat is medium length and lies flat along her spineline and flows down her sides and is silky with a nice plume and shows a warm seal brown mantle over a silver base. She has a scarab on her forehead with pale spectacles and dark mascara. She has more intense colouring down her tail, half bars on her front legs. A promising kitten.

2 Rices CORVUS CELESTIAL (72b) F 24/05/08
Chocolate self kitten of very good weight and size. Her body is of elegant proportions with slender limbs, neat oval paws and a good tail for shape and length which is just a little on the thick side. She has slight flattening to her top of head with she has good width between her medium sized ears which are wide at the base with rounded tips and set with a slight forward tilt. I felt she needed more depth to her head but her profile shows a gently rounded brow and an acceptable nose break, medium length nose that just rolls off at the tip. She has a shallow chin that lies back a little and a level bite. Medium broad wedge that narrows to a blunt muzzle but is just a little pinched at the jaw hinge today. Beautiful rich golden yellow colour to her to her eyes, that have the top line slanting towards her nose with the bottom lid fuller and more rounded, they are set wide apart to give the typical Asian expression. Her coat is short lying glossy and closes lying and is a rich warm chestnut brown and lacks colour to the roots. A confident young lady who showed herself well. I understand she won best foreign kitten – well done!

AV Burmese Colour Restriction Asian Neuter 1 entered
1 Dews Gr Pr LOHR JOLENE

NEWS

Combined Shorthair Cat Society, Asian Group Cat Society, Korat Cat Association, Rex Cat Association and Singapura Cat Club Show
10th January 2009

NEWS

Combined Shorthair Cat Society, Asian Group Cat Society, Korat Cat Association, Rex Cat Association and Singapura Cat Club Show 10th January 2009

Combined Shorthair Cat Society, Asian Group Cat Society, Korat Cat Association, Rex Cat Association and Singapura Cat Club Show
10th January 2009