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Bedford & District Cat Club
28th March 2009

Mrs L Ashmore

My thanks to the club and show management for my invitation and their hospitality. Thanks also to my steward Wayne Vessy, who was a great help and good company.
AV Foreign Imperial Grand Premier Male
Imp Gr.Pr Bandy’s IGR PR TROIKA LE CORSAIRE
Mature Russian blue boy who I have judged more times than I can remember.
Almost straight nose, flat skull and defined angle. Expressive eyes of good colour.
Good size ears set well. Firm, muscular body of correct proportions. Excellent coat.
Looking particularly good today.
Res Imp Gr Pr. Hummerstone’s CH&GR PR CHRISAN CAMELOTT
Stylish Bicolour Cornish rex boy, also looking very good on the day but the Russian boy just had the edge. Almost straight profile, nice chin, and level bite. Slightly fine in the muzzle. Flat skull, well placed ears of good size. Expressive eyes which just slightly tended to round at times. Excellent coat deeply waved overall. A gentle boy well shown in lovely condition and handled well. The other boy in the class was not in the best of moods so not showing himself well. He was presented to perfection and in lovely condition if slightly plump which tended to make his head look a little too small for his body.
AV Foreign Imperial Grand Premier Female
Imp Gr Pr. Dean’s GR PR CLANCLINTON CLANDALLAS
Only one present but well worthy of her ticket. Mature Bi Colour Devon Rex girl of 8 years looking in very good shape on the day. Super short wide head with typical expression to eyes and plenty of width at cheeks. Large well placed ears. Muscular body of correct proportions, elegant limbs and neat paws. Beautiful coat well waved completed the picture. Very good show preparation and presentation. Nice to see her out again.
Russian Blue Neuter Male
BOB BANDY’S IGR PR TROIKA LE CORSAIRE
Russian Blue Neuter Female
1Pc Noble’s GR CH TROIKA AURORA
Relaxed and happy girl with nice overall type. Well set ears and riveting green eyes. Chin could perhaps have a bit more strength to it. Bite level. Graceful bodylines, lovely paws and correct tail to balance. Very good coat. Well prepared and presented. Many thanks to all the exhibitors who entered their cats under me.

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Ms S Beirne

Non-Pedigree Section -  Stephanie Beirne
Unfortunately Gill Allen was unable to attend so I was delighted to be asked to step in and judge these lovely exhibits. There was a really super selection of well presented and friendly cats. Many thanks also to Emma Matthews for her considerate handling of the exhibits and attention to detail.

OPEN CLASSES

BLACK OR WHITE ADULT
1. Macoy’s SNOW DROP ( Short Hair - White) FN 1yr 10mths
She has a pure white coat with a pretty pearlised effect, no markings anywhere.  Her coat was very well presented, clean and sparkling and has a slight plume to her tail. She feels heavier than expected, a nice muscular feel to her but her best feature is her wonderful amber eyes. Super temperament.

2. Potter’s BILLY BEAN (Semi-Long Hair - Black) MN 10yrs
He has a black glossy thick coat with a lovely tail plume which he held aloft for added effect.  His neck ruff is slightly tinged with grey now which only adds character. I particularly liked the feathering between his paws. He was very well groomed and a cool, calm and collected chap.

AC TABBY or TABBY & WHITE ADULT
One entrant
1. Brown’s LEO (Short Hair - Blue Tabby) MN 1yr 11mths
He has beautiful classic tabby markings with delicious and unusual colour combination. He was exquisitely well groomed; his coat was very shiny and soft. Bright amber eyes of lovely shape.  An alert and confident cat. Excellent presentation, well done to his exhibitor.

TORTIE OR TORTIE & WHITE ADULT
One entrant
1. Tolhurst’s HEIDI (Short Hair - Tabby/Tortie/White) FN 5yrs 6mths
Lovely red tabby tortie with a very pretty head. She has the sweetest little nose break and small ear tufts which set off her face. Her white parts were sparkling clean and highlighted her yellow eyes. She purred constantly both in and out of her pen. Well presented exhibit. 

AC HALF PEDIGREE ADULT
One entrant
1. Maskell’s Hugo (Short Hair - Silver Tabby Point) MN 9 yrs
He pretended to be shy in his pen but once out he headbumped us both with affection. He has a super soft short wavy coat which felt like pleated cotton wool. The unusual silver tabby markings gave a wonderful spotted effect on top of his head. He has excellent firm muscle tone for his age and wonderfully long legs. Well presented.

Miscellaneous Classes
AC LH/SH Adult UNDER 3 Yrs
Fabulous class with seven exhibits
1. Brown’s Matilda (Short Hair - Blue) FN 1 yr 11mths
She has a very shiny blue coat with a pearly lustre which was groomed to perfection and pale yellow eyes with sweet erect ears. She was very calm on the trolley but alert to everything going on around her. She showed herself off very well, a real showgirl. First class presentation, congratulations to her exhibitor. 

2. Richard’s Kevin TheKountryKat (Short Hair - Ginger and White) MN 2 yrs 7 mths
Has a deep, rich ginger coat with mackerel tabby stripes and perfect tabby head markings. Nice white shoes and deep amber to copper coloured eyes.
His coat is extremely soft to touch, well groomed. He was very calm on the table and showed himself off to perfection.
3. Macoy’s Snow Drop                 X3 Brown’s LEO

AC LH/SH VETERAN ADULT OVER 7 YEARS
One entrant
1. Potter’s DUKE (Short Hair - Ginger and White) MN 12 yrs
Older exhibit of a military bearing, with a large noble head. He marched on parade, took the salute then stood to ease.  Bright ginger tabby markings set off by shiny white gloves and boots. Also a very fine set of forward curving whiskers. He seemed to know exactly what was required of him, a true professional.  Very well turned out, did not look anything like his 12 yrs.

AC LH/SH KITTEN 6-9 mths
1. Swingler’s VELVET ( Short Hair - Brown Ticked Tortie Tabby) F 6 mths
Lively athletic girl, very strong and lithe with superb muscle tone. She has a super soft sleek coat with excellent dark ticking, interspersed with tortie patches of lighter brown/red. She also has wonderful stripy pantaloons. She was very affectionate and playful out of her pen, bags of character. Very well presented both in condition and temperament. I was surprised to find out later that this was her first show. My choice for BIS kitten, very well deserved.

2. Brock’s PATCHYLYPSO (Long Hair - Smokey Grey Tortie) FN 9 mths
A devastatingly pretty girl, long pale grey coat tipped with black and with pink and cream tortie shading. Her coat was long, soft and silky and very well groomed. Her pinkish head markings made her look as if she was wearing her tiara. Lovely full set of whiskers set off her baby doll face. A proper little princess who was unlucky to meet the winner in this class.

AC LH/SH KITTEN NEVER BEEN SHOWN BEFORE
 One entrant
1. Swingler’s VELVET

AC LH/SH ADULT WITH SLEEKEST COAT
1. Maruszewska’s PEARL (Short Hair - Blue) FN 5 yrs
A very confident and calm girl. Soft in texture, her blue coat very well groomed. Pleasingly symmetrical head shape highlighted by super amber/green eyes and an alert, intelligent expression. She has very soft velvet paws and a nice thick tail. A gentle soul who showed herself well. 

2. Davidson’s PATCHES (Long Hair - Blue and White) MN 1 yr
Unusual blue and white patched long hair. He has a very soft silky coat with a nicely plumed tail with an extra flag at the end.  Super sweet temperament, wanted to be held and cuddled, then placed his tail around his face like a squirrel. A very happy chap who enjoyed his cuddles. Well groomed and presented.

3. Gillman’s SPUTNIK (Short Hair - Black) MN 9 mths  
Slightly shy at first but relaxed when he was held tight and cuddled. He has an ultra shiny black coat with ghost tabby markings and fetching white bow tie and matching pants. Very well groomed and nicely presented.

BEST GROOMED LH/SH KITTEN
One entrant
1. Brock’s PATCHYLYPSO

AC LH/SH KITTEN WITH MOST APPEALING EXPRESSION
One entrant
1. Brock’s PATCHYLYPSO

MOST UNUSUAL LH/SH KITTEN
1. Swingler’s VELVET   2.  Brock’s PATCHYLYPSO

AC LH/SH KITTEN WITH NICEST TEMPERAMENT
1. Brock’s PATCHYLYPSO

AC LH/SH ADULT OR KITTEN WITH BEST SET OF WHISKERS
1. Potter’s BILLY BEAN

AC ADULT OR KITTEN JUDGE WOULD MOST LIKE TO TAKE HOME
1. Maruszewska’s PEARL  2. Brock’s PATCHYLYPSO  3. Tolhurst’s HEIDI

ROYAL CANIN CRYSTAL CLEAR CLASSES
BLACK, WHITE or BLACK & WHITE
1. Macoy’s SNOW DROP  2. Potter’s BILLY BEAN  3. Gillman’s SPUTNIK

GINGER OR GINGER & WHITE/TORTIE OR TORTIE & WHITE
1. Potter’s DUKE  2. Richard’s Kevin TheKountryKat
3. Williams’s SOLO SCRIMBLESHANKS
Slightly long ginger and white coat of rich deep red and sparkling white. Coat was well prepared and it has a very silky texture. He also has a wonderful plumed ginger tail and a fetching ginger moustache on his white face. Excellent temperament.  

BEDFORD AND DISTRICT CLUB CLASS
 AC NEUTER OR KITTEN MALE
1. Potter’s DUKE  2. Potter’s BILLY BEAN

NATIONAL CAT CLUB CLASS
AC NEUTER OR KITTEN
 1. Potter’s DUKE

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Mrs D Brown

A busy and well attended show, my thanks to Lynda & Allen for the judging invitation.
OPEN CLASSES
A.C. GR CH Oriental Adult Male
IMP GD CH – Tarbox’s GD CH TIJANMEEK MCLAREN (32fn) 23/08/07. This
boy has matured into an extremely stylish and well balanced cat. Stylish head type
with very good top line, ears large, wide at the base and set to follow. Excellent shape
and set to eyes of yellowish green colour. Strong profile and firm chin perpendicular
to nose tip, bite level. Excellent length and muscle tone to body, elegant yet
substantial, elegant limbs and neat paws, tapered tail needs a touch more length.
Super coat qualities, hot toned apricot with only light diffuse pattern, virtually sound
to roots, medium in length but with gorgeous sleek texture. A little shy but gentle
natured. In immaculate condition and excellently presented.
A.C. GR CH Oriental Adult Female
IMP GD CH – SMITH’S GD CH MYLYNN MISHKA (62 43s). Quality lady,
rather lacking in coat today, but allowing for the time of year and balanced against her
other outstanding attributes I felt it would have been unduly harsh of me to withhold
the certificate today. Well balanced medium wedge with very good top line, ears
large nicely flared and well furnished, set to follow. Excellent expression to eyes of
super vivid green colour. Straight profile and firm chin with level bite. Long elegant
and firm toned body, dainty limbs and neat paws for this breed, tail length almost
balances. Excellent Shaded pattern to coat, beautifully diffuse and right on the tips of
the hair with clear silver undercoat. Needs more length to coat overall but texture very
fine and silky and the plume was reasonably furnished. Rather shy today but gentle
and sweet tempered. I understand this makes her an Imperial today – many
congratulations.
Oriental Tortoiseshell Adult Female
CC & BOB - Clay’s METEXA MARQUESA (37h) 29/04/08. A very stylish young
miss with very good maturity for age. Typey head with very good top-line and large
well flared ears set to balance. Basically good shape and set to eyes though she does
tend to hold them a little full at times, colour two tone green. Strong profile and firm
chin with level bite. Well defined neck, long elegant yet weighty body, long slender
limbs and spoon paws, good tail. Very dark chocolate tortie coat but reasonably
warm in places, mingling in mainly mid red but showing some very pale areas
including one under her body that I gave her the benefit of the doubt over, wonderful
texture, very short, sleek and close lying. Excellent to handle and beautifully
presented.
2nd – Keedy’s THAIANTIA WHAT THEDILLIO (37h) 19/12/07. By far the better
colour chocolate of the two ladies and thus the eternal judges dilemma – colour verses
type, however there were one or two other reasons for her to be second today.
Slightly older than the winner though not quite as mature looking, type good with
medium length wedge and proportionate ears well set. Eyes could be a little more
oriental in shape but setting fairly good, colour yellowish green. Almost straight
profile and good chin but bite scissored over. Well covered body of good length,
elegant limbs and neat paws, tail a little short. Good warm chocolate tortie coat with
plenty of good rich red mingling and sound to roots, texture slightly soft and fine
today but lying reasonably close to body. Lovely temperament, very friendly bless
her. Excellently presented.
Oriental Fawn Adult Female
CC & BOB – Greatorex’s MEWZISHUN EPHORN 21/06/08. An attractive young
female of very good type and super colouring. Medium wedge with very good top,
ears large and well set. Oriental eye shape and set with good clear green colour.
Strong profile, chin has depth but slopes back a touch, bite level. Long dainty but firm
toned body with slender limbs and whippy tail to balance. Super coat qualities, with
soft warm rosy tones, very even and free from tabby ghosting and extremely sound
for this colour, length and texture excellent. A little nervous but gentle and easy to
handle. Excellently presented.
Foreign White Kitten Female
1st & BOB – TILDEN WHISPERING-CHENAZZ 21/09/08. Dainty baby, a touch
small for 8 months but she does have a nice solid feel to her. Head type good and well
balanced, top good and ears of good size and set. Oriental eye shape and set with mid
blue colour. Straight profile and good chin with level bite. Well covered body of
good length with weight appropriate to size, dainty limbs of good length, tails need an
inch to balance. I think the light was playing tricks today as she appeared to have a
very slight creamy overcast to her coat, length good, texture a little baby fine as yet,
well prepared for the show. Sweet tempered and easy to handle. Excellently
presented.
Oriental Bicolour Kitten Male
1st & BOB – Midson’s MIYOKO SUPER-TOOPER (48 43bs) 21/11/08. A very
promising and stylish little boy, athough not so little as he is well grown. Typey head
with lovely top and large flared ears very well set. Excellent eye shape and set with
olive green colour. Almost straight profile and good chin, bite level. Long slender
but really firm toned body with long elegant limbs and super long whip tail.
Predominantly white but down in my book as Shaded – he has so little ground pattern
showing - two splodges on the head, a strip to the lower nose and mostly on the tail,
it is impossible to tell what pattern he actually is. Chocolate colouring typically dark
from the effects of the silver and the white, tail has an attractive white tip to it. Coat
texture really lovely. An extremely confident young lad excellently presented.
Havana Neuter Male
1st, PC & BOB w/h – Cockcroft’s SOLARUS NORAN CHAO_FAH 08/06/08. A
dear boy of fair type looking very immature and somewhat effeminate at present.
Shorter wedge with marginally narrow top line, ears could be a touch bigger but were
fairly well set. Eye shape rather full with innocent expression, colour a good clear
green. Slight dip to nose, chin okay and bite level. Good length and weight to body
but tone a little soft and needs to muscle up, quite dainty limbs for a chap and neat
oval paws, tapered tail needs an inch to balance. Havana coat dark but has some
warmth of tone, unfortunately is was very unsound on the sides today with much
paler undercoat. Coat texture very good and lying close. A sweet boy who is still very
much a baby. Excellently presented.
Oriental Cinnamon Neuter Male
CC & BOB – Weaver’s PR SUNJADE SKIPPER 27/10/07. A very stylish boy
with a lovely solid and well muscled feel to him. Very good head for type and overall
balance with super top-line and large flared ears excellently set. Oriental eye shape
and set with naughty expression and hazel green colour. Tiny dip to profile, good
chin and bite. Excellent length and tone to body, - trim and elegant for a neuter boy,
long limbs, tail a little short for balance. Rich warm cinnamon coat colouring, a little
uneven in places with a touch of tabby ghosting on the lower sides, mainly sound to
roots, length and texture excellent. Rather grumpy but handled okay. Excellently
presented.
2nd Lowell’s PR SUSPIRA WILLIAM BECKFORD 21/04/07. A big chunky boy
of good overall type. Rather heavy medium length wedge, top line good and the
proportionately sized ears were well set. Oval eye shape, setting okay, colour a very
good green. Profile almost straight, chin good and bite level. Body of good length but
rather more comfortably covered than ideal which spoils his elegance, strong boned
limbs and oval paws, tail needs an inch and has a very tiny “pip” at the tip. Good rich
cinnamon colouring, really warm in tone, mostly sound to roots, coat texture good
today and lying better than on our previous encounter. Such a dear boy, he is just like
a big teddy and is obviously dearly loved, made lovely puddings for me. Excellently
presented.
Tabby Pointed Siamese Adult Female
CC & BOB – Richard’s DEBIKAT GRACIE_MAE (32/1) 02/04/08. A dainty and
stylish little female. Typey head with excellent top line and very large flyaway ears
excellently set. Lovely eyes, very beguiling, excellent shape and set with really
brilliant sapphire colour. Almost straight profile and good chin, bite untidy and
looked slightly misaligned, but as there were several incisors missing I could not be
sure. Dainty but well covered and firm toned body with weight appropriate to size,
dainty limbs and neat paws, whippy tail needs a touch more length to balance. Good
clear tabby markings in very dark seal with single cheek ribbons, large thumb prints
and paler leg bars, tail appears well ringed from the top but are mostly incomplete.
Super coat for length and texture, lightly shaded overall to tone. The sweetest lady to
handle, beautifully presented. Congratulations on the Best Siamese win.
2nd – Carter’s MAFDET HONEY TRAP (32/1) 11/05/08. Delightful little female
but looking very much a kitten as yet. Super head a shorter wedge with very wide top
and large wide based ears set in line. Very good shape and set to eyes – albeit
marginally large in proportion to the head, colour excellent, deep brilliant blue.
Almost straight profile, deep firm chin and level bite. Long dainty but firm body,
slender limbs and spoon paws, whippy tail to balance. Tabby pattern appears tickedbased,
scarab indistinct and shows just a hint of a single cheek ribbon, thumb prints
very large and clear, tail just about one third ringed - with bit of imagination. Coat
length excellent very short and close. Not the happiest of bunnies the language was
most unladylike. Excellently presented
Apricot Point Siamese Adult Male
IC & BOB – Turner’s APPLEJACK SUMMERHEAT 27/21/07. Good type to this
lad but it really doesn’t help his overall appearance when he fluffs himself up like a
hedgehog. Medium length wedge with goodish top-line and ears of good size and set.
Oriental eye shape, setting marginally straight, colour mid blue. Profile almost
straight, chin could be deeper but bite level. Long lean body, he is not exactly lightweight,
but he really could do with a little more muscle for a full male, medium
length limbs and neat oval paws, tail good. This boy excels for points colour, with
hot almost sandy apricot tones, tail very hot indeed. Reasonable texture to
aforementioned fluffy coat, shaded overall to tone. For all his fluffing he actually
handles very well. Excellently presented.
A.C. Balinese Kitten Male
W.C. – Ross’s WILLOWSILK STAR LEO (61nt) M 22/09/08. I must confess to
making a complete muddle of this class. This was the sweetest boy and very well
grown, but due to his very pronounced squint and poor eye colour my initial act was
to withhold the first prize as per SOP. I put him back in his pen and it was at this stage
that I noted according to my book that he was supposed to be a caramel tabby. Back
in his pen he looked too dark for caramel so took the decision to wrong colour him
instead. However, by the afternoon when the lighting had changed, it was patently
obvious that he was indeed caramel - albeit blue based, so I can only apologise to the
exhibitor for my error. His coat was very good for a kitten of this age both for length
and texture and his tabby pattern was excellent. His temperament was outstanding
and presentation excellent.
A.C. Balinese Kitten Female
1st BOB w/h – Ross’s WILLOWSILK TWINKLE-TOES (61pt) 22/09/08. Litter
sister to the above boy, also very well grown but better for type and marginally better
for eye colour. Medium length wedge with slightly narrow top-line, ears of good size
but set rather high on the head Oval shape to eyes that could be a good deal deeper.
Good profile and chin with level bite. Really weighty and substantial body of good
length, strong boned limbs and large paws with tufts, tail length good. Blue-based
caramel tortie tabby points with plenty of warm toned apricot mingling evident,
double cheek tracings show and there are dark tail rings when plume shaken out.
Coat length very good for age with plume very well furnished, and the texture was
very fine and silky. Easy to handle and excellently presented.
Lilac Point Siamese Neuter Female
PC & BOB – CH KIRISTIKATS SERAPHINA 09/12/06. A most attractive lady
for both type and colouring. Neat medium wedge with very good top-line and good
sized ears very well set. Oriental eye shape and set with gentle expression and mid
blue colour. Good profile and chin with level bite. Long nicely covered and firm
toned body with a good trim tummy line for a lady neuter, dainty limbs and neat
spoon paws, good tail. Soft pinkish grey points – not seen very often these days,
almost matching for tone. Warm magnolia coat very slightly shaded to tone, medium
in length but lying close and sleek. A dear lady, very easy to handle and excellently
presented.
Red Point Siamese Neuter Male
PC & BOB – Bond’s JOHPAS RED BREEZER 06/10/05. A very large and cross
person of stylish type. Well balanced head with very good top and large flared ears set
wide. Oriental shape and set to eyes with wicked expression and mid blue colour.
Strong profile with nice “fat” nose, chin good, bite untidy and missing several
incisors. Long substantial but elegant body, long limbs, tail needs a touch more
length to balance. Good bright red points. Lightly shaded warm white coat of very
good length and texture. Despite the language he handled well. Excellently presented.
Fawn Point Siamese Neuter Male
IC & BOB – Durrant & White’s MEWZISHUN SAXOFAWN 21/06/08. Great
big lad of overall good type and quite superb fawn points colouring. Medium length
wedge top could be marginally wider for balance, ears large but set a mite high –
better when he relaxed. Good shape and set to eyes, colour could ideally be deeper but
was acceptable and has improved somewhat since out last meeting. Strong profile and
good chin with level bite. Really weighty and substantial body yet still reasonably
elegant, strong boned limbs and oval paws, tail needs an inch to balance. The softest
pale rosy fawn points and they matched. Coat virtually unshaded and of lovely
texture. The sweetest boy to handle and a huge time waster. Excellently presented
MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
A.C. Oriental Debutante Kitten
1st – Maish’s CHIKUAI CALYPSO (37h) F 23/10/08. A beautifully grown and
very eye catching girl, not just for type, which was excellent, but also colour which
was warm and rich chocolate, well mingled with bright red – lovely.
2nd – Robson’s VINDEX MYTHICAL FAIRYTAIL (37) F 15/11/08. Rather
strange colouring to this kitten, she has a very definite brownish cast to her coat rather
than jet black. Excellent soundness though.
A.C. Oriental Breeders Neuter
1st - Smith’s GD PR MOUSTACHES FENTON FAUVE (32fn) MN 22/06/99. A
dear old boy with excellent coat qualities. Hot apricot with the barest minimum of
pattern evident and sound to roots. Almost 10 and in immaculate condition – my
complements to his owner.
2nd – Abbott’s PR CHENAZZ MRBLUESKY (37a) MN 12/04/07. Good size and
type to this boy but his coat is a very dark blue. It was also harsh in texture today. Eye
colour good.
3rd – James & James-Hart’s ADDATESH ERIC (37a) MN 24/11/07. This fellow
is also very dark blue and coat very fluffy today. Eye colour rather yellow toned.
A.C. Oriental Adolescent Neuter
1st – Williams & Marsh’s OOPSIEIDEE IGGLE PIGGLE (41n) MN 08/06/08.
Excellent caramel colouring to this attractive lad. Pattern beginning to fade a little, his
side spine lines are not as well defined as they once were and there is a little agouti
invasion of the pattern areas beginning to creep in.
2nd - Cockcroft’s SOLARUS NORAN CHAO_FAH (29) MN 08/06/08
A.C. Siamese/Balinese Adolescent Adult
1st – Bowles-Gowdy’s MYLYNN MAGUIRE (32c) M 15/06/08. Handsome cream
lad, looking very good today. Points colour soft and pale.
2nd – Richard’s DEBIEKAT GRACIE-MAE (32/1) F 02/04/08
ex 2nd – Ellams’ LAZIZA KISMET (32b8) F 31/05/08. Very stylish albeit a touch
full in the eye but colour excellent, brilliant sapphire blue. Blue based caramel tortie
points good with plenty of warm apricot mingling
3rd - Lynn’s SIMPLYSIAM SECRET AGENT (32c) M 05/04/08
A.C. Siamese/Balinese Novice Kitten
1st – Cowling’s ANDALYN CHARISMA (32/1) F 18/10/08. A very promising
baby. Lovely head with broad top-line and very large wide based ears excellently set.
Eye shape appeared rather full but then she was a little overwhelmed by it all today I
think, colour excellent.
2nd - Ross’s WILLOWSILK TWINKLE-TOES (61pt) 22/09/08
3rd – Butler’s ZEBEDEE OLIVER TWIST (32/1) M 01/10/08. On the small side
for 7 months. Eye shape good but setting rather straight. Good seal colouring to tabby
markings.
A.C. Siamese Breeders Neuter
1st – Freeman’s CH KRISTIKATS SERAPHINA (24c) FN 09/12/06
2nd – Haywood’s PR MONARD COSMIC GIRL (32/3) FN12/08/05. An attractive
lady with lovely warm chocolate tabby markings and good eye colour. Shame she is
so shy and retiring.

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Mrs J Clare

Class 121 Imperial – AV SLH GR CH Adult Male
Imperial. Dickerson. GR CH. TORMIST CHOCACHINO. 64  41sw M. 20.2 03. Most handsome boy with medium well set ears tapering to rounded tips.  Dip in profile and firm chin, bite level. Melting blue eyes. Full tabby mask other points well defined on ears legs and tail. Coat of nice length ,dense soft and silky, excellent presentation.  Medium length tail  proportionate legs and firm paws. Even white feet markings. Very impressive and in his prime. What a loving nature he had.
Res. Gardinor. GR CH. PANJANDRUM FUEGO (INT CH & TICA TRIPLE GR CH.) 13c 5. M. 13.8.2000. Wonderful for his age and expert presentation.  Very close placing, both were a lovely example of this wonderful breed.  Rounded head, medium ears well set apart. Dip in profile. Almost round and very nice shade of blue eyes.  Firm chin, some upper and lower incisors missing (understandable at his age) Sturdy muscular body of good length and strong bone. Medium legs supported by firm paws. Very pale coat with rich points complimenting. Tail in proportion to body length and  well furnished.
Class 122 Imperial – AV SLH GR CH Adult Female
Imperial. Gillman. GR CH. NORACOON VALATE. 64 41ew. F. 6.4.06. What a wonderful expression she had it all ! Very pretty type girl, box muzzle, nice profile, very  balanced looking.  Huge tufted ears set high with ample width between and feathered interior.  Full round eyes spaced wide apart slightly oblique aperture and set, colour a wee pale. Fabulous coloured  double coat, long length and had been groomed expertly.  Long muscular body, strong bone, broad chest and strong rump. Good body weight. Long well furnished tail. Loved her.
Res. Methven. GR CH. LADYPAWS MARSHMALLOW. 13C 10. F. 9.2.07. Absolutely lovely, very pretty palest coat and excellent complimentary points on mask ears and legs. She was a poser and her name suited her.  Lovely rounded head, medium ears, excellent profile.  Appealing blue eyes, firm chin and level bite. A real sweet girl.
Class 148 Red Cream or Tortie Point Birman Kitten
1st BOB. Ensor. KITTAH ARTEMIS. 13c 6. F. eight months two weeks. Excellent type and very pretty appealing face.  Medium ears with ample width between.  Fabulous blue eyes, dip in profile, level bite and firm chin tortie ears and mask. .  Full ruff, excellent pale dense soft coat, excellent presentation, even feet markings. Very friendly.
Class 156 Maine Coon Silver Tabby Series Kitten
1st BOB. Jones. COONFLAKES QUANTUMOFSOLACE  64 41dsw MN. Seven months 1 week. Red silver classic tabby & white.  Huge ears and long tufts at the tips, excellent square muzzle, nice profile.  Large full round eyes of orange, correct shape and set. Long strong body and broad chest, good bone and muscle. His coat markings were superb, one of the best butterfly marking on the shoulders I have seen and the face markings looked almost painted they were wonderful, the length long, soft, full trousers and belly fur. Plenty of silver showing.  Very long well furnished tail. Could have put him in my pocket had it been big enough, excellent body weight. Such a friendly boy.
Class 307a Bengal Brown Marbled Adult Male
1st CC. BOB. Yates. DOLLYCATS MR TEABAG. 76 20. M. 25.7.08. Love the name someone has a good sense of humour, what is he called at home Char  ?  He was an excellent example of the brown marbled Bengal, in first class condition and had the temperament to match.  Beautiful head, profile, eyes and chin, widely set canine teeth that were level. Medium to small ears wide base and tapered to rounded tips well placed. Nose large slightly puffed leather and slight concave curve at nasal bridge. Big strong muscular body and bone structure. Spotted belly, sturdy legs and large rounded paws. Fabulous coat short, very glossy wonderful marbled effect with lots of glitter and very rich overall colour.
Class 307b Bengal Brown Marbled Adult Female
Yates. DOLLYCATS MRS TWO LUMPS. 76 20. F. 25.7.08. Sister to the boy above had to be, the cute names continue and there is no limit to this, great fun.! She too was very nice type, and had a very friendly nature.  Well shaped head broad medium wedge, good profile, broad nose leather, almost round eyes that were a lovely shade of green and set on a slight slant.  Strong muscular body well boned, coat short nicely marked not quite as glossy as her brother and not as much glitter. Medium length tail tapered slightly to black tip.
Class 312 Bengal Snow Marbled Adult Intermediate
IC.BOB. Lloyd. GLITTERGLAM PRINCES LAYLA. 76b 20. F. 13.6.004. A stunning Snow marble girl in her prime, big strong muscular frame, good body weight, strong legs and large paws.  Very nice type, medium broad wedge shaped head, medium ears well set. Beautful  large blue green eyes. Puffed nose leather and slight concave curve at nasal bridge, full muzzle and strong chin. Long sleek body, beautiful condition and coat pattern, very glossy thick and luxurious. Medium length tail thick and even with rounded tip.
2nd Coe. TALITHHATAMU SKYHAWK 76b20. F.  9mths 1 wk. Very attractive young female with a  most beautiful, glossy marbled coat, her markings throughout were excellent. Well grown for her age and good body weight. Medium wedge shaped head, medium ears rather short with wide base and slightly pointing forward in profile. Broad muzzle widely set canines. Pale blue oval eyes and alert expression. Medium legs and large rounded paws. Handled well.
Class 372 Bengal Brown Spotted Neuter
1st PR. BOB. Alger-Street. TYPHAST JELANI. 76 30. MN. 13.5.08.  Well balanced boy in superb condition.  Beautiful type and wonderful short rich coloured  soft luxurious coat that had excellent  rosettes, very glossy felt really nice. Head well formed broad  medium wedge and rounded contours. Broad nose and puffed leather, slight concave curve at nasal bridge. Spectacles  and  mascara markings.  Strong chin and widely set canine teeth. Medium ears tapered to rounded tips and thumb prints. Strong well grown body, medium legs and large rounded paws. Tail in proportion to body.  Nice character and very co-operative.
2nd  Alger-Street. TYPHAST  JALAL. 76 30. MN. 13.5.08. Brother to above, another wonderful example of the breed.  Slightly darker coat  the rosettes were well formed and overall the pattern was excellent.  Lovely type. His eyes oval in shape and very alert expression. Medium to small ears wide at base set as  much to the side as on top of the head. Good muzzle and bite. Puffed nose leather and slight concave at bridge of nose. First  class temperament and enjoyed being handled.
3rd Fordham. RAJQUE LAKOTA SPIRIT.  76 30. MN 20.3.07. Medium wedge head though slightly narrower muzzle than the two  previous exhibits, firm chin, strong jaws and level bite. He had the beautiful green eyes, oval shaped and pleasing expression. Medium ears well placed. Profile had gentle curve from his forehead to the nasal bridge, displaying gentle concave curve and puffed nose leather. Excellent markings on face  and neck.  Markings on body not quite as defined and previous two. Beautiful coat texture , very soft and felt wonderful.  Medium tail in proportion to body. Gentle cat.
Class 378 Bengal Snow Marbled Neuter Intermediate
IC BOB. Goodger. SOOSTEE WHITE KNIGHT. 76b 20. MN. 9.11.04. This boy was delightful,  his temperament outstanding, quite the best of any cat handled  at this show today. He was special ! Snow marbled his markings were beautiful.  Strong muscular body and excellent bone structure.  Sturdy limbs and powerful paws. Liked his type very much.
Class 547 AC Persian Non-Self Kitten not bred by Exhibitor.
1st Walker. TINABEE WHITE DOVE. 12a 2. F.  3.9.08.
Class 585 AV SLH Debutante Kitten
1st Baker. ROWGARNOR BLUE SHADOW. 67 ats M. 7.9.08.
2nd Hamilton. LADYDOLL FOREST. 66w. M. 24.12.08.
3rd Allen. EMPURRER MEMPHIS BELLE. 64 41g F. 7.1.09.
Class 602 AV SLH Radius Neuter
1st not awarded
2nd Bell. GR PR. ARCADY MOPSA. 13c 13. FN. 1.5.2000.
Class 650 AV Foreign Radius Adult
1st Noble. GR CH. TROIKA NIJINSKA. 16a F. 15.11.06.
Class 655 AV Foreign Debutante  Kitten
1st Leggett. YESSO BARNATO. 73b M 9.10.08.
2nd Hamilton. ANIOSH THE PHAT GOBLIN. 84 31dt M. 13.10.08.
3rd Cragg. MAGICAL MIZ TIGGYWINKLE. 33a 27sx F. 8.11.08.

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Dr P Collin

Many thanks to Linda and Alan for the kind invitation to judge again at the Bedford- 12 months since my first engagement! The show was very well run and had an excellent Burmese entry. I had some super classes and lovely cats to judge and I would like to thank the exhibitors and also my steward and friend Jan Bradley for her hard work and good handling of the exhibits.

Class 402a Lilac Burmese Kitten Male
1st Moore's Moongazer Monsoon (27c) M 01.11.08
A well grown chap of nearly 6 months. He had a moderately short wedge with good width at his cheekbones and tapering to a slightly long but blunt finished muzzle. He had reasonably good width to the top of his head with fairly good width between his ears which I would have preferred to be set slightly lower. His ears were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. His eyes were medium in size and set well apart and had a correct shape with a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards his nose. They were slightly deep set, which was enhanced by his somewhat heavy brow. They were yellow in colour. He had a reasonably good Burmese expression. In profile his depth of head was good and his ears displayed a slight forward tilt. His brow was gently rounded and his nose break was reasonably well defined. His nose was not quite straight and had a fall off at his nose leather. It finished in the same vertical plane as his chin which was medium in depth. His bite was correct. His body was well grown for his age and he was already developing good muscularity. His chest was rounded and his back was straight and he had long and elegant legs and paws which were slightly too large for his frame currently but will no doubt be in proportion as he grows. His tail was slightly thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. His coat was medium in length and soft in texture and lay well. He was a clear coated slightly darker lilac tone with a blueish mask but with some warmth and pinkish tones on his body. His condition was good and he handled perfectly well although was happier in his pen.

Class 402b Lilac Burmese Kitten Female
1st and BOB Yardley's Papagena Yana Yardley (27c) F 01.09.08
A lilac girl of good type who was lively and inquisitive. She had a short wedge with good width at her cheek bones and tapering to a reasonably short and blunt muzzle. She had nice rounding to the top of her head and good width between her ears that were set well apart and nicely continued the line of the upper part of her face. They were medium/large in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were large in size and set well apart and had a correct well defined shape with a well rounded lower line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were yellow in colour with a chartreuse inner rim. She had a very nice Burmese expression. In profile her depth of head was reasonably good and her ears showed a slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break needed a touch more definition. Her nose was straight, slightly long and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was slightly shallow. Her bite was correct. Her body was well grown and she felt a good weight for her size. Her chest was rounded and her back was straight and she had elegant legs and neat oval shaped paws. Her tail was medium thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip which was a little bony. It was slightly short and only just balanced. Her coat was medium in length and had a soft texture and lay well. She was a clear coated pale to mid toned lilac with some blueish tones on her tail and face. Her condition was very good and she was keen to be entertained by us!

Class 676a AC Burmese Breeders Adult
Lovely class!
1st Wilshaw's Ch. Rossikhan Cupcake (27b) F
A super girl of real quality. She had a short wedge with excellent width at her cheekbones and tapering to a short and blunt muzzle. She had very good rounding to the top of her head and really excellent width between her ears which were set well apart and continued the shape of the upper part of her face. Her ears were large in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were large and lustrous. They were set very well apart and had excellent definition with a well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line that was angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour. She had a super Burmese expression. In profile the depth of her head was good and her ears showed a slight forward tilt, her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was well defined. Her nose was fairly short and straight except for a tiny bump. Her nose finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium in depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was compact and had a lovely heavy feel. She had good muscularity and a rounded chest and straight back. Her legs were elegant and her paws neat and oval shaped. Her tail was of medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip with a slight end irregularity. It was long enough to balance. Her coat was medium short in length and had a soft texture and lay very well. She was a lovely warm honey toned chocolate and was clear coated. Her condition was very good and she had a very sweet temperament. I said 12 months ago that she knows she is something special- and I still agree with her!
2nd Matthews's Katchyn Kontiki (27) M
A very promising young boy with lovely type and temperament. He had a super balanced short wide wedge with very good width at his cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a lovely blunt finish. He had very good rounding to the top of his head with very good width between his ears that were set well apart and continued nicely the shape of the upper part of his face. His ears were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. His eyes were largish in size and ideally I would have preferred them slightly larger. They were set well apart and had a well defined shape with a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards his nose. They were yellow chartreuse in colour. He had a very good Burmese expression. In profile the depth of his head was reasonably good and his ears showed a slight forward tilt. His brow was gently rounded and his nose break was reasonably well defined. His nose was fairly short and he had a slight fall off at the nose leather. It just finished in the same vertical plane as his chin which was medium in depth. He was well grown and had very good muscularity. His chest was rounded and his back was straight. His tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. His coat was medium in length and soft in texture and he was developing a good glossy appearance. He was a darker toned seal brown and was clear coated with no white hairs seen. His condition was very good and he was very friendly and attentive. A charmer!
Extra 2nd Brabner's Imp GrCh Roseamber Flightof Fancy (27b) F
A lovely mature chocolate girl with a very good Burmese expression. She had a balanced short wide wedge with good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a shortish muzzle with a blunt finish. She had good rounding to the top of her head and very good width between her ears that were set well apart. They were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were a lovely large size and were set well apart and had a well defined shape with a well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour. In profile the depth of her head was fairly good and her ears showed a slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break reasonably well defined. Her nose was slightly long and her chin was a little shallow and set back slightly. Her bite was correct. Her body was well grown and she had good muscularity and a rounded chest and straight back. Her tail was of medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was slightly short to balance. Her coat was medium in length and soft in texture and had a nice glossy finish. She was an even darker toned but warm chocolate and was clear coated. Her condition was good and she handled very well. A gentle lady.
3rd Moore's Moongazer Hocus Pocus (27b) F
A mature girl with a super coat. She had a short wedge with good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a slightly long muzzle that initially looked slightly pointed but had a blunt finish when she was at rest. She had reasonable rounding to the top of her head and reasonable width between her ears that I would have preferred set slightly lower. They were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were largish in size and set well apart and had a well defined shape with a well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were golden in colour. She had a very nice Burmese expression. In profile the depth of her head was good and her eras showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break reasonably well defined. Her nose was slightly long and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin that was slightly shallow in depth. Her body was well grown and she had good muscularity and had a rounded chest and a straight back. Her tail was of medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip. It needed more length and was short to balance. Her coat was lovely and short and had a fine texture and lay well. It had a good glossy finish and was a warm mid-toned chocolate with warm tones. She was clear coated. Her temperament was good and she was a busy girl who handled well.
Extra 3rd Moore's Dulcamara Petronella (27c) F
A young lilac girl of good type who was a little upset. She had a short wedge with good width at her cheekbones and a fairly short muzzle with a blunt finish. She had good rounding to the top of her head and she had good width between her ears that were set well apart and continued the line of the upper part of her face. Her ears were medium-large in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were fairly large in size and set well apart. The upper and lower lids were correctly dissimilar shape with the top line flatter than the bottom line and angled towards her nose but I would have liked more rounding to the bottom line for preference. They improved when at rest. They were yellow chartreuse in colour. She had a nice Burmese expression at rest. In profile the depth of her head was good and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was very well defined. Her nose was straight and slightly long and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin that was of medium depth. Her bite was correct. She was a compact size and felt heavy with good muscularity. Her chest was rounded and her back was straight. Her tail was of medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was medium in length and soft in texture and lay well with a nice glossy finish. She was a mid lilac tone with minimal blueish contras to her face and tail and she was clear coated. Her condition was good and she handled adequately although was much happier in her pen.

Class 676b AC Burmese Breeders Adult
Incredible quality! Thank you.
1st Wilshaw's Ch Rossikhan Centrefold (27c) F
Well…..she was certainly my best cat of the day but I think it extremely doubtful she would have allowed me to take her home. Lovely balanced short wide wedge with excellent width at her cheek bones and tapering to a short muzzle with a blunt finish. She had very good rounding to the top of her head and excellent width between her ears that were set very well apart beautifully continuing the shape of the upper part of her face. Her ears were large in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were a super size- truly large and lustrous. They were set very well apart and had a very well defined shape with a very well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line that was angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour. It is for me her expression that sets her apart- thrillingly wicked and as I wrote in my notes "fantastic". In profile she had good depth of head and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was very well defined. Her nose was reasonably short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium in depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was compact and feminine and she felt heavy for her size and had good muscularity. Her chest was rounded and her back was straight and she had elegant legs and neat oval paws. Her tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was well prepared and medium/short in length and lay very well. She was a paler toned lilac with warm pinkish tones. She was clear coated. Her condition was very good and her temperament was in keeping with her justified high opinion of herself. And it did enhance her looks!
2nd Williams's GrCh Molynmeux Zeuxzeuxs Petals (27j) F
Super girl with another fantastic expression who ran the winner extremely close. Again a lovely balanced short wedge with excellent width at her cheekbones and tapering to a blunt finish to her short muzzle. She had good rounding to the top of her head and excellent width between her ears which were set very well apart and continued the shape of the upper part of her face. Her ears were large in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were large and lustrous and set well apart and had a super well defined shape with a well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour. In profile her depth of head was reasonably good and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break well defined. She had a shortish nose that was straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium/shallow in depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was well grown and she felt heavy with good muscularity. Her back was straight and her chest was rounded and she had elegant legs and neat oval paws. Her tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was medium in length, soft and fine and lay well. Her coat was a mixture of darker toned lilac and slightly warm cream and was prettily mingled. She was clear coated. Her condition was very good and her temperament was friendly but she was happier in her pen.
3rd Hutchinson's GrCh Irrep Amondi (27e) F
Mature girl with lovely Burmese type. She had a short wide wedge with good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a good short and blunt muzzle at its best when relaxed. She had good width between her ears that were set well apart and continued the shape of the upper part of her face. Her ears were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were medium/large in size and set well apart and had a very well defined shape with a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour and she had a very nice Burmese expression. In profile the depth of her head was good and her ears showed a slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was fairly well defined. Her nose was lightly long but straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium in depth. Her bite was correct. She was a little plump but still elegant and had a rounded chest and a straight back. Her tail was medium thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was a little long, soft in texture and a little open today. She was a mixture of pale red and rich seal brown and was clear coated. Her condition was good and she had a very nice and gentle temperament.

Class 685 Burmese Radius Adult
1st Kennard's GrCh Mainman Kissanova (27) M
Very stylish chap. He had a short wide wedge with good width at his cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a blunt finish. He had good rounding to the top of his head with fairly good width between his ears that I would have liked set slightly lower for preference. His ears were medium in size and the correct shape having a broad base and rounded tips. His eyes were fairly large in size and set fairly well apart although I would have liked them set slightly wider for preference. They had a well defined shape with a well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards his nose. They were chartreuse in colour. He had a very nice Burmese expression. In profile his depth of head was good and his ears showed slight forward tilt. His brow was gently rounded and his nose break was reasonably well defined. His nose was fairly short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as his chin which was medium in depth. His bite was correct. His body was on the compact side for a male but was of good weight and good muscularity. His back was straight and his chest was rounded. His tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was slightly short to balance. His coat was shortish in length and lat very well. He was a rich seal brown colour and was clear coated. He had a couple of white hairs on his neck and 3-4 on his chest. His condition was good and he was a shy boy but handled well.
2nd Hall's Ch Minotosa Bronwyn (27d) F
A mature red girl with a particularly strong profile. She had a short wide wedge with good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a blunt finish. The top of her head showed good rounding and she had good width between her ears that were set well apart. They were medium in size and had broad bases and rounded tips. Her expression was spoiled slightly by her eyes that were medium in size and looked a little sore and were somewhat deep set. Their shape was correct with a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were yellow in colour. In profile the depth of her head was good and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was very well defined. Her nose was short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium in depth. Her body felt substantial with good muscularity and her chest was rounded and her back was straight. Her tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip. It was a little short to balance. Her coat was medium in length and lay well with a good glossy finish. She was a rich tangerine red and was clear coated except for a single broken necklace. Her condition was good and she handled very well.

3rd Hall's Ch Oakenshield Ladywriter (27h) F
A gentle mature Lady. She had a moderately short wedge with reasonably good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a slightly long muzzle with a bluntish finish. She had good rounding to the top of her head and good width between her ears that were set well apart. They were medium in size and the correct shape. Her eyes were medium to large in size and set well apart. The shape was reasonably well defined with a flatter top line angled towards her nose and a just adequately rounded bottom line. She had a reasonably nice Burmese expression. In profile her depth of head was good and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break well defined. Her nose was slightly long but straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium in depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was well grown and she felt substantial. Her tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was medium in length and soft in texture and lay well. She was a mixture of warm chocolate and pale red and was clear coated. Her condition was good and she was very gentle in nature.

Class 696 AC Burmese Aristocrat Neuter
1st Hardy's Machika Mio Figlio (27c) MN
A gentle boy of nice type who was unfortunately upset by his neighbour. He had a moderately short wedge with good width at his cheekbones and tapering to a slightly long muzzle with a blunt finish. The top of his head was well rounded and he had excellent width between his ears that were set well apart. They were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. His eyes were medium in size and would have benefitted from being larger. They were set well apart and had a correct shape with a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards his nose. They were a pleasing yellow in colour. In profile his depth of head was good and his ears showed a slight forward tilt. His brow was gently rounded and his nose break was well defined. His nose was a little long but straight. His chin was medium in depth and set back slightly. His bite was correct. He was a large framed chap with good muscularity and a rounded chest and straight back. His tail was slightly thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. His coat was medium in length and lay well. He was a mid toned lilac and was clear coated. His condition was good and he was amiable but happier in his pen.

Class 698 AC Burmese Breeders Neuter
1st Hardy's Ch Machika Gemini (27b) FN
Super girl of lovely type. She had a short wide wedge with excellent width at her cheekbones and tapering to a short and blunt muzzle. The top of her head showed good rounding and very good width between her ears which were set well apart. They were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were large and set well apart and had a well defined shape with a rounded bottom line and flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour. She had a cracking Burmese expression. In profile her depth of head was good and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was well defined. Her nose was short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin that was of medium depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was of good weight and compact size. Her back was straight and her chest was rounded and she had elegant legs and neat oval paws. Her tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was medium in length and lay well. She was a warm mid chocolate colour that was even and clear coated. Her condition was good and she handled well to a point- and then was a trifle feisty!
2nd Moore's GrPr Moongazer Oberon (27b) MN
A mature gent with lovely type. He had a short wedge with very good width at his cheekbones and tapering to a fairly short muzzle with a good blunt finish. He had very good rounding to the top of his head and good width between his ears that were set fairly well apart. His ears were medium in size and had broad bases and rounded tips. His eyes were a pleasing large size and set well apart and had a well defined shape with a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards his nose. They were pale yellow in colour. He had an excellent Burmese expression. In profile his depth of head was excellent and his ears showed slight forward tilt. His brow was gently rounded and his nose break was well defined. His nose was a little long but straight and finished in the same vertical plane as his chin, which was of pleasing depth. His bite was correct. His body was well grown and he had good muscularity. His chest was rounded and his back was straight. His tail was medium thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. His coat was fairly short in length and fine textured and was a super warm mid toned chocolate colour. His condition was excellent- he shone! His temperament was equally exemplary.
3rd Kempe's UK GrCh & Pr Oakenshield Acorn (27d) FN
An older red lady with beautiful head type but unfortunately very overweight. She had a lovely short wedge with excellent width at her cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a lovely blunt finish. She had excellent rounding to the top of her head and excellent width between her ears that were set well apart. Her ears were medium in size and the correct shape having a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were large in size and set well apart and had a well defined shape displaying a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. She had a super Burmese expression. In profile her depth of head was good and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was very well defined and distinct without being at all exaggerated. Her nose was short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin that was medium in depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was well grown but she was very overweight and not at all elegant. Her tail was medium thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was short to balance due to her body size. Her coat was medium in length and lay slightly open today. She was a lovely bright tangerine colour and had 1 broken necklace and was otherwise clear coated. Her condition was compromised due to her weight. She had a super temperament. Purely on head type she deserved 1st place.

Class 796 AC Burmese Neuter
Class of super quality!
1st Hope's GrPr Hypnos Diamonique (27h) FN
A super girl with lovely Burmese type. She had a short wedge with very good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a blunt finish. The top of her head showed good rounding and she had very good width between her ears that were set reasonably well apart- although would have preferred set a little lower for preference. Her ears were slightly small but correctly shaped with a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were large in size and set well apart with a well defined rounded bottom line and flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour. She had a very good Burmese expression. In profile the depth of her head was good and her ears showed a slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was very well defined. Her nose was short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin that was of medium depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was compact and of good weight with good muscularity. Her chest was rounded and her back was straight and she had elegant legs and neat oval shaped paws. Her tail was of medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was slightly short to balance. Her coat was slightly plush but soft in texture and she was a mixture of bright red and warm dark chocolate. She was clear coated. Her condition was excellent and she handled like a dream. Last cat of the day and worth the wait!
2nd Moore's GrPr Moongazer Oberon (27b) MN
See class 698
3rd Simpson's Pr Papagena Xander (27b) MN
A very nice chap with very good Burmese eyes and a lovely shade of chocolate. He had a short wedge with very good width at his cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a blunt finish. He had excellent rounding to the top of his head and very good width between his ears which were set well apart. They were medium in size and the correct shape with a broad base and rounded tips. His eyes were a lovely large size and were set well apart and had a well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards his nose. They were a super golden amber in colour and quite lovely. He had a very good Burmese expression. In profile his depth of head was good and his ears showed a slight forward tilt. His nose break was fairly well defined and his nose was fairly short but had a bump. It finished in the same vertical plane as his chin that was medium in depth. His bite was correct. He was well grown and had good muscularity. His tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. He was a lovely honey coloured warm chocolate shade which was fairly even. He was clear coated. His condition was good and he handled well despite being a trifle fed up.

Class 809 Red or Cream Adult
1st Fortescue's Bloomers Belchamp's Baron (27d) M
What a smasher! A young red chap of super red colour and super type. In my top 3 of the day. He had a lovely balanced short wide wedge with excellent width at his cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a blunt finish. He had excellent rounding to the top of his head and very good width between his ears which were set well apart and continued the shape of the upper part of his face. They were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. His eyes were large and lustrous and set well apart and had a lovely shape with a very well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards his nose. They were a lovely gold in colour. He had an excellent Burmese expression. In profile his depth of head was very good and his ears showed slight forward tilt. His brow was gently rounded and his nose break was well defined and his nose was fairly short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as his chin which was medium in depth. His bite was correct. He was well grown for his age and of very good weight for size. His chest was rounded and his back was straight. His tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip - the shape was slightly spoiled by some short fur at the tip. His coat was medium in length and lay very well and had a glossy finish. He was a lovely rich tangerine and clear coated except for a single broken necklace. His condition was excellent and he was a typical adolescent in his temperament and handled well. A treat to meet!
2nd Chapman's Gr Ch Tribune Oatcake (27f) F
An older cream girl with a super temperament. She had lovely type with a short wide wedge with good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a short muzzle with a blunt finish. The top of her head showed good rounding and she had good width between her ears which were set well apart and nicely continued the shape of the upper part of her face. Her ears were medium in size and had broad bases and rounded tips. Her eyes today were looking medium in size and a very slightly deep set. They were set well apart and had a well defined shape with a well rounded bottom line and a flatter top line angled towards her nose. They were pale chartreuse in colour. She had a nice Burmese expression. In profile her depth of head was good and her ears showed slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was very well defined. Her nose was short and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium in depth. Her bite was unfortunately undershot. Her body was well grown but she felt lighter than ideal and a little bony along her back. She had elegant legs and neat oval paws. Her tail was medium thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was fairly short and lay slightly open today. She was clear coated. She was a slightly warm cream colour that paled nicely along her flanks. Her condition was fair and she had an exceptionally gentle nature.
3rd Ledger's Kymian Susannah (27d) F
A red girl with a nice Burmese expression. She had a moderately short wedge with
good width at her cheekbones and tapering to a slightly long muzzle looking more pointed than blunt. The top of her head showed good rounding and she had reasonably good width between her ears that were set well apart. Her ears were medium in size and had a broad base and rounded tips. Her eyes were moderately large in size and set fairly well apart and had a well defined shape with a rounded bottom line and a flatter top line that was angled towards her nose. They were chartreuse in colour and she had a nice Burmese expression. In profile her depth of head was good and her ears showed a slight forward tilt. Her brow was gently rounded and her nose break was reasonably well defined. Her nose was slightly long and straight and finished in the same vertical plane as her chin which was medium in depth. Her bite was correct. Her body was well grown and felt substantial. Her chest was rounded and her back was straight. Her tail was medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip and was long enough to balance. Her coat was medium in length and soft in texture. She was a moderately bright tangerine and was clear coated. Her condition was good and she handled well.

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MR. PHIL CORNISH

Many thanks to Allen and Linda and the committee for the invitation to judge at this lovely show. My thanks to Heather Boucher who stepped in to steward for me, she was so helpful and handled the cats and kittens with kindness and consideration making a pleasant day.
OPEN CLASSES
RUSSIAN BLUE KITTEN
1st & BOB Bandy TROIKA VASILISA 16a Russian Blue female born 17/09/08. Super well grown Russian girl with lots of promise, nice Russian look, flat skull, short wedge, good angle at brow, quite a shallow concave curve from eye brow to tip of nose, straight nose to deep, firm chin, level bite, broad muzzle, prominent whisker pads, large size, wide based ears, pointed tips, set vertical, continues the outer line of the face, medium size, almond shaped eyes, set wide apart, vivid but pale green, long and graceful body, well muscled, long limbs, oval paws, moderately long tail tapered to a point, longish double coat, very ood density undercoat, soft and fine texture, lighter mid blue with silvery sheen, very good temperament and condition.
OCICAT KITTEN
1st & BOB Leggett YESSO BARNATO 73b Chocolate Ocicat male born 09/10/08. Excellent well grown boy, heavy for his size, with very good type and lots of lovely warm dark chocolate thumbprint spots on a pale agouti copper ground. Head has a Moderate wedge with slight curve muzzle to cheek, gentle rise nose to brow, slight dip in profile, broad square muzzle, strong chin, level bite, moderate whisker pinch, arcing neck, moderate size ears set at 45 degrees, alert with some tufts, large almond shaped golden eyes with good depth of colour, over an eye width apart, angled towards ears, Large solid athletic body, long rising to rear, deep broad chest, medium size limbs of good substance, muscled, oval paws, long broad base slightly tapering tail, short close lying coat, sleek, smooth and satiny with good sheen, good contrasting thumbprint spots with bullseye on sides,   mascara, cheek marks, M and lines over head, breaking into spots along spine, smaller spots on shoulders and rump, broken necklets, broken leg bars, tail rings and solid tip. Very pleasing clear warm dark chocolate markings on pale copper agouti ground. My top cat today.
Cornish Rex Neuter
1st PC & BOB Hummerstone CH & GR PR CHRISAN CAMELOTT 33 31s Black Smoke and White Cornish Rex male neuter born 03/07/06. A nice well balanced Cornish Neuter, flat skull, good wedge a third longer than wide, good curve at brow to almost straight profile just a very slight dip and bump on nose, nicely rounded muzzle, firm chin, level bite, elegant neck, large mussel shaped ears, set rather high on head, wide base, medium size green eyes with good set, slanting towards bottom of ears, large slender and elegant, muscular body, long elegant limbs higher at rear, neat oval paws, good length slender tail, tapering to pointed tip well covered, excellent coat length with soft, fine silken texture, good density, good neat waves all over, very good temperament and condition.
MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
AV FOREIGN BREEDERS A
1st Lacey CH JENANCA ANJAU 34 Korat female born 25/09/06. A well balanced dainty girl of very good type and a lovely smooth even coat, heart shaped head and face, good breadth across and between eyes, gentle curve to well defined rounded muzzle, large flat forehead, profile shows a good slight stop with a downward curve to nose, firm jaw, level bite, large alert ears flared at base with rounded tips, set high on head, medium good prominent, luminous vivid green eyes, rounded wide open, with Asian slant closed, medium semi-cobby body, quite muscular,  gently curved back, well proportioned limbs, oval paws, very good medium length tail with heavier based  tapering to a rounded tip, single coat, fairly short length, glossy, fine even coat, mid blue with silvery tipping, very good  temperament and condition.
2nd Macey FECHELDEE DAISY MAY 74p Caramel Tonkinese female born 01/12/06. A well balanced Tonkinese girl, gently rounded top of head, good width between ears moderate wedge, rounded muzzle with definite whisker pinch, profile has a slight nose break, medium depth firm chin, level bite, medium ears with broad base and oval tips, taller than wide, pricked forward, set is equally balanced side to top but ears held a bit high, large almond shaped expressive greenish blue eyes, top slanting to nose, bottom lid rounded, firm medium muscular body, slim and well balanced, rounded chest, level at flanks rising to rump, slender limbs of good proportion, neat oval paws, tapering medium length tail, short close lying, fine and silky coat with luxurious sheen, good metallic blue based caramel and cream mixed colour, darker at points gradually merging into lighter body colour and gradually lightening to under parts, good temperament, clean healthy and well presented.
3rd Lacey CH JENANCA LONE STAR 34 Korat male born 05/09/07.
AV FOREIGN BREEDERS B
1st Coe TALITHATAMU SKYHAWK 76b20 Blue eyed Marbled Snow Bengal female born 16/07/08. Broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones, head small in proportion to body, gently curved forehead to bridge of large broad nose, puffed pink leather, firm chin, level bite, broad rounded muzzle, pronounced whisker pads, muscular neck, medium ears wide at base with rounded tips, medium rounded oval pale blue eyes, medium  body long sleek and muscular, high on rear legs, medium limbs, strong and muscular, round paws, medium tail thick and even to rounded tip, medium length dense luxurious soft coat, wonderful coat pattern very well marbled with excellent contrast dark brown on ivory ground on head limbs and tail with warm lighter brown on ivory ground on body, very good temperament and condition.
2nd Alger-Street GR CH TYPHAST HURRICANE 76 30 Brown Spotted Bengal male born 01/12/05. A large rangy typical working stud, big thick and muscular at front of body but thinner and gaunt at rear, broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones, profile forehead to nose slight dip, large broad nose, puffed leather, fairly broad muzzle, prominent whisker pads, strong chin, level bite, pronounced whisker pads, medium ears, wide at base, fair set, medium oval shape, slanting green eyes, very muscular neck, body long sleek and muscular, high on rear legs, medium limbs strong and muscular, round paws, medium tail, tapering to rounded tip, short length dense luxurious soft close lying coat just a bit flat along spine, very good rosettes dark brown and lighter brown on rich warm orange ground, good glitter, very good temperament and condition.
3rd Leggett YESSO MORIANDER 73 41bs Chocolate Silver Ocicat female born 13/06/08.
AV FOREIGN MAIDEN ADULT
1st Yates DOLLYCATS MR TEABAG 76 20 Brown Marbled Bengal male born 25/07/08. Super large boy, broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones, gently curved forehead to bridge of large broad nose, puffed pink leather, firm chin, level bite, broad rounded muzzle, pronounced whisker pads, muscular neck, medium ears wide at base with rounded tips, medium oval green eyes, large body long sleek and muscular, high on rear legs, medium limbs, strong and muscular, large round paws, medium tail thick and even to rounded tip, medium length dense luxurious soft coat, wonderful coat pattern very well marbled with excellent contrast dark brown on warm copper ground, good glitter, very good temperament and condition.
AV FOREIGN SENIOR ADULT
1st Lloyd CH NAMOONA DAMARA 78 30 Bronze Egyptian Mau female born 22/12/04. Medium wedge with rounded contours, slight rise from bridge of nose to forehead, good uniform nose width, rounded muzzle, firm chin, level bite, medium ears, broad based cupped forward alert, line of ears continues plane of the head, large rounded almond light green eyes, medium long and graceful body, hard and muscular, elegant well balanced limbs, round paws, medium tail tapering slightly, coat medium length, close lying with a good sheen, M, frown marks, cheek marks, broken necklet and scarab on head breaks into 3 lines down back which in turn breaks into brown spots down spine, very good dark brown spots on lighter rich warm copper ground on sides and tummy, good temperament and condition.
2nd Peters BUGGIBA FLLIECHLO GABBIE 72 45eq Tortie Ticked Tabby Asian with Burmese restriction female born 13/08/06. Gently rounded top, short wedge, blunt broad muzzle, wide at jaw hinge, good width between medium wide based ears with rounded tips, good set, slight forward tilt, in profile a gentle curve brow to nose, definite nose break, firm chin, level bite, medium full and expressive grey green eyes, set wide apart, almond shaped top lid, rounded lower lid, medium firm muscular body, medium limbs, oval paws, medium length tail tapering to rounded tip, short close lying glossy satiny coat, very good dark ticking and colour a nice brown red mixture very  good temperament and very good condition.
3rd Bernard CH COPERNICUS CHERRYBLOSSOM 74e Brown Tortie Tonkinese female born 23/05/06.  
AV FOREIGN LIMIT KITTEN
1st Hamilton TALLTREES AMADAHY 84 31t Brown Tabby and White Sphynx female born 14/10/08.Promising well grown,nicely balanced girl with fine boning. Modified wedge with rounded contours, rounded top with flat forehead, prominent cheek bones and whisker pads, distinct whisker break, slight stop, chin a little weak, level bite, large ears, wide open at base tapering to rounded tips, set at angle to head, large size lemon shaped greeny eyes, slightly slanted upwards, medium hard muscular body, rounded chest, abdomen and rump, medium limbs higher at rear, oval padded paws, long toes, long slender tail, super naked body with peachy feel to smooth down on body, tail and limbs, a superb temperament and condition.
2nd Newberry MIMAPERKS TIFFANYCASE 74 Brown Tonkinese female neuter born 08/09/08. Well balanced  type and good size for her age, gently rounded top of head, moderate wedge with good width between ears, rounded muzzle with definite whisker pinch, slight nose break and bump on nose profile, good medium depth to fairly firm chin, level bite, medium ears, taller than wide, pricked forward, broad based, oval tips, good set equally balanced side to top, continues line of face, medium expressive, greenish with hint of blue, almond shaped eyes, top slanting to nose, bottom rounded, well balanced, medium size, solid and muscular body, rising at rump, good proportion slender limbs, higher at rear, oval paws, good tapering medium length tail, medium length, close lying, fine and silky coat with luxurious sheen, good dark brown colour points merging with just a little contrast into lighter brown body which also gradually lightens to under parts, good temperament, clean healthy and well presented.
3rd Cragg MAGICAL MIZ TIGGYWINKLE 33a 27sx Brown Smoke Darker Point Devon Rex female born 08/11/08.
AV FOREIGN ADOLESCENT NEUTER
1st Parry PARDALIS GENESIS 73b Chocolate Ocicat female neuter born 02/06/08. large size and too well fed girl, moderately long just balanced muscular body with large thumbprint milk chocolate spots on a rich warm light copper ground, modified wedge longer than wide, slight dip to profile, broad rounded muzzle with just a suggestion of squareness, moderate whisker break, slightly weak chin, level bite, arcing neck, alert fairly large ears, wide based, good set at 45 degrees, ear width between, medium size, almond shaped, green eyes, slanted up to ears, solid muscular athletic body, rising higher at rump, slender limbs in proportion to body, compact oval paws, fairly long slightly tapering tail with fairly broad base, short close lying coat, satiny with good sheen, good contrast of warm milk chocolate markings on rich warm light copper agouti ground, milk chocolate markings mascara, cheek marks, M, lines over the head solid down spine line, butterfly wings on shoulders, some linkage and small spots, large spots on body with some linkage, showing in a bullseye, broken necklace, broken bracelets on limbs, ringed tail with dark chocolate  tip, good temperament and condition.
2nd Day MAIPENRAI DOC FLOWER 34 Korat female neuter born 01/06/08. Dainty small Korat girl, flat forehead, heart shaped head with width across eyes, gently curving to a fully developed rounded muzzle, medium nose with bump and very slight downward slope, slight dip in profile, fairly firm chin, level bite, medium ears, rounded tip, set high on head, large prominent luminous green eyes, wide open but showing an Asian slant when closed, semi cobby body, gently curving back, good proportionate limbs, oval paws, medium tail tapering to rounded tip, single coat, glossy, fine and close lying, mid blue tipped silver, darker spine line, good temperament and good condition.
3rd Croft PARDALIS APOLLO 73 41k Cinnamon Classic Ocicat male neuter born 02.06/08.
A very large boy for his age well balanced moderately long athletic muscular body with very rich cinnamon classic pattern developing, modified wedge longer than wide, slight curve muzzle to cheek, almost straight nose to brow, very slight dip in profile, broad rounded muzzle slight hint of squareness, moderate whisker break, firm chin, level bite, arcing neck, alert moderately large ears, wide based, good set at 45 degrees, ear width between, medium size, almond shaped, good green eyes, slanted up to ears, solid muscular athletic body, rising higher at rump, slender limbs in proportion to body, compact oval paws, fairly long slightly tapering tail with broad base, short close lying coat, smooth and satiny with good sheen, very bright cinnamon markings on rich lighter cinnamon agouti ground, mascara, cheek marks, M, lines over the head to almost solid down spine line just developing into three broad lines, large oysters on sides; large blobs on shoulders and rump, two broken necklets and one unbroken necklet, broken bracelets on limbs, ringed tail with dark cinnamon tip, good temperament and condition.
END OF REPORT                                       JUDGE          Phil Cornish

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Mr S Crow

Many thanks to Linda, Alan and the Committee for the invitation to judge, I had a very enjoyable day and met some lovely cats; grateful thanks also go to Sue Amor who stewarded for me with care and attention and was very good company on the day.
A O Foreign Grand Champion, Male:  Two cats entered.  GCC.  FRYER’S CH MYANDDAWN  MATOSKA.  Asian Chocolate Ticked Tabby with BCR.  2/2/08.  Handsome young man looking quite mature for almost 15 months and of good overall type.  Slender balanced body is lithe, firm and muscular, or very good weight and substance with straight back, gently rounded chest and well shaped elegant legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion.  Head shows short wide wedge with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium large broad based ears of good shape.  Large lustrous slightly greenish yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression.  Very gentle curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose and level chin of reasonably good depth.  Coat is of medium length, fine and close lying although just a touch long on the back, smooth and satiny in texture and in superb condition with a gleaming shine.  Well defined pattern of ticking in quite rich medium milk chocolate is evenly distributed over a warm pale beige ground, very slight spine line, a few faint marks on elbows and knees; “M” and skullcap on forehead, mascara effect to eyes surrounded by lighter spectacles, well defined pencilling of face and faint “thumb-prints” on ear-backs.  Tail is a touch thick at the base and tapers evenly to round tip, length almost balances.  Shy boy, a little nervous out of his pen, more relaxed in his bed and very good natured.  Res GCC ALGER-STREET’S TYPHAST VESUVIUS.  Brown Spotted Bengal.  8/5/06.  Mature handsome boy of very pleasing type, showing well developed jowls and looking distinctly masculine.  Long slender lithe body is of very good weight and substance, feeling firm and muscular with good foreign boning, gently rounded chests and slender shapely legs ending in compact rounded paws in proportion.  Head shows short broad wedge, a touch pointed in the muzzle which is of quite good breadth, nose is fairly broad.  Medium size ears are broad at the base, of good shape and spaced well apart. Large lustrous warm slightly greenish yellow eyes are shaped like rounded almonds and set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical “wild” expression.  Very gentle curve to brow, gentle concave dip in profile line to nose, chin is almost level and of fairly good depth.  Untidy bite, but appeared just about level.  Fine coat of medium length is quite dense, smooth and silky in texture, but lacking really resilient feel, in super condition with a glossy shine.  Well defined pattern of well spaced arrow-shaped spots in warm rich seal brown are evenly distributed and contrast well against warm quite rich golden brown ground, warmer richer coppery orange tone on face, chest, feet and under-parts, double broken necklace, broken bracelets and spots on legs, broken rings on tail.  “M” and scarab on forehead, attractive mascara effect to eyes surrounded by lighter spectacles, defined pencilling on face and bold chin strap.  Tail tapers evenly to finer round tip and is of medium length to balance.  Very friendly boy, relaxed, contented and full of purrs.  
 A O Foreign Grand Champion, Female:  Four cats entered.  GCC.  LLOYD’S CH NAMOONA DAMARA.  Silver Egyptian Mau.  22/12/04. Very attractive girl, mature, nicely balanced and of good overall type.  Elegant slender well filled body is of very good weight, feeling firm and well muscled with gently rounded chest and slender elegant well shaped legs ending in neat rounded paws in proportion.  Head forms modified wedge with gently rounded contours, good width to cheeks and breadth to gentle rounded muzzle, nose is of uniform width.  Well spaced medium size ears are broad at the base and cupped forward and of good shape, I would like them just a little larger for perfection.  Lovely large lustrous gooseberry green eyes are shaped like rounded almonds and set wide apart under level brows to give typical “worried” expression.  Very gentle curve to brow, slight dip in profile line to nose, chin is level and of fairly good depth.  Coat is fine and very close lying, silky smooth in texture and quite dense with fairly good resilience, in superb condition with a gleaming shine.  Pattern of well defined and plentiful small spots in warm rich medium brown are evenly distributed and contrast against a rich paler bronze toned agouti ground, spine line is quite well broken, well broken necklace, broken bracelets and spots on legs and broken rings on tail.  “M” and complex scarab of forehead, beautiful mascara effect to eyes surrounded by lighter spectacles, lines over top of head break into rows of tiny spots, very attractive and well defined facial markings, very pale ivory on chin and throat.  Tail tapers evenly to finer round tip and length just balances.  Slightly nervous and rather tense out on the table, more relaxed and very sweet natured in her pen – a distinctive and very pretty girl.  Res GCC.  BERNARD’S CH COPERNICUS CHERRYBLOSSOM.  Brown Tortie Tonkinese.  23/5/06. Mature attractive girl of very pleasing type.  Long slender body is lithe, elegant and well muscled, of very good weight and substance with straight back, gently rounded chest and slender well shaped elegant limbs ending in neat oval feet in proportion.  Head shows medium wedge with fairly good breadth to gently rounded muzzle and gently rounded top between well spaced medium large ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Large lustrous eyes are shaped like rounded almonds and set wide apart and at a slight slant, slightly bluish green in colour with the hint of a yellowish cast.  Sight curve to brow, gentle break, nose is straight and perhaps just a touch long, chin is level and of fairly good depth.  Fine medium length coat lies very close to the body and has a smooth silky texture, in super condition with a glossy shine.  Warm rich medium seal brown is mixed with warm pale to medium tangerine, very slightly darker in tone on the points merging subtly to slightly lighter tone on body and lighter still as it graduates to the under-parts.  Tail tapers evenly to finer tip and just balances.  Calm, contented girl, very good natured.
A C Burmese Grand Premier, Male:  Super class with nine boys present.  GPC.  GR PR MOONGAZER OBERON.  15/4/04.  Handsome mature boy, looking masculine, nicely “finished” and of good type.  Long slender well filled body is well balanced, feeling heavy and substantial, firm and muscular to the touch, with straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender shapely legs ending in neat compact 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 shows good depth to skull with very gentle curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose; chin is level and of quite good depth.  Fine close-lying coat is of medium length coat with a smooth satin-like texture, in superb condition with a glossy shine.  Warm rich medium to slightly dark milk chocolate is even in tone.  Tail tapers evenly to a “paintbrush” tip and is just a fraction short to balance.  Delightful temperament, relaxed, confident and full of purrs – a pleasure to judge..  Res GPC.  ROBINSON’S PR ROSSIKHAN STATUS SYMBOL.  3/11/07.  Very handsome young man, well developed and looking mature for almost eighteen months and of good type.  Well filled slender body is balanced, of very good weight and  substance and feels firm and muscular; straight back, gently rounded chest and slender well shaped elegant legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion.  Head forms short wide wedge, blunt in the muzzle with very gently rounded top between well spaced large broad based ears of good shape.  Lovely large lustrous rich golden yellow eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give super Burmese expression.  Very slight curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth.  Coat is of medium length, fine and very close lying with a smooth satiny texture, in beautiful condition with a gleaming sheen.  Warm medium dove grey, even in tone with very slight pinkish cast visible in good hall light, very attractive frosted effect to head, ears and limbs.  Tail is of good shape tapering evenly to “paintbrush” tip, length just balances.  A very grumpy boy today, swore and growled when handled, but not particularly difficult, just unhappy.
A C Burmese Grand Premier, Female:  Four girls entered.  GPC.  DANCKWERTS’S  GR PR KYMIAN DRUSILLA.  2/12/04.  Very attractive girl, mature, well balanced and of good overall type.  Slender well filled body is lithe and well muscled, of very good weight and substance with straight back, gently rounded chest and slender well shaped elegant limbs ending in neat oval feet in proportion.  Head shows short wide wedge, blunt in the muzzle, with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium size ears, broad at the base and of good shape.  Lovely large lustrous yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide part to give typical Burmese expression.  Brow shows very gentle curve, very good break, short straight nose and level chin if fairly good depth.  Coat is fine and of medium length, lying very close to the body and feeling smooth and satin-like in texture, in beautiful condition with a rich glossy shine.  Warm rich seal brown in colour, even in tone with good colour to the roots, just a few white hairs on the back of the neck.  Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and length is slightly short to balance.  Confident, calm and contented, an affectionate girl who was a pleasure to judge.  Res GPC.  KEMPE’S UK GR CH & PR OAKENSHIELD ACORN.  8/4/98.  Large mature and attractive lady of good type.  Solid heavy, rather plump body shows very good muscle tone and substance; straight back, correctly rounded chest, slender well-shaped legs and neat oval paws.  Head forms short wide wedge, blunt in the muzzle with gently rounded top between well spaced medium size ears, broad at the base and of good shape.  Large lustrous pale 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 slight curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose, chin is level and of good depth.  Close lying coat is of medium length and smooth satiny texture, in lovely condition for her eleven years with a gleaming shine.  Warm even medium tangerine colour is rich and bright in tone with good colour to the roots, very faint well-broken necklace visible.  Tail is of good shape tapering to “paintbrush” tip and is short to balance plump body.  Confident and good natured, but definitely a “grande dame” in every sense, lost out to the winner because her distinct middle-age spread makes her look a little unbalanced. 
Tiffanie Adult:  One boy entered.  1CC & BOB.  COLGAN’S RUSHBROOKE CHICO MORENO.  Black Ticked Tabby.  5/12/07.  Handsome lad, mature and well developed for sixteen months and of pleasing type.  Slender long body is of very good weight and substance, lithe and well muscled, although just a little lean along the spine at present, gently rounded chest and slender shapely legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion.  Short wide wedge-shaped head has slightly rounded top and well spaced medium ears, which are broad at the base and of good shape.  Expressive large lustrous eyes are of very good shape when he is fully settled and relaxed and set wide apart, colour is warm slightly greenish yellow.  Very gentle curve to brow, good break, straight nose is quite short, chin recedes a little and is of reasonably good depth.  Coat is fine and medium long, lies flat to the body and flows down sides and flanks to form fringes, good texture overall, but just a touch dry along the back, ruff developing, short streamers from ears and tiny tufts at tips, moderately furnished tail forms modest plume; in very good condition with a gleaming sheen.  Good definition to black ticked pattern which is evenly distributed over a warm golden brown ground, spine line, well broken necklace, multiple narrow bars on legs; “M” and scarab on forehead, mascara effect to eyes surrounded by lighter spectacles, well defined pencilling on cheeks.  Tail is of good shape and just balances.  Apprehensive and nervous out on the table, more relaxed and settled in his pen, a very good natured boy, friendly when he gets to know you.   A few minor faults, but I gave him the benefit of doubt today and awarded the Certificate.
Asian Tabby Adult, Male:  One cat entered.  1CC.  FRYER’S CH MYANDAWN MATOSKA.
Asian Tabby Adult, Female:  One girl entered, plus one girl entered for Best of Breed only.  1CC & BOB.  PETER’S BUGGIBA ELLIECHLO GABBIE.  Brown Tortie Ticked Tabby.  13/8/06.  Very attractive young lady, looking mature, well balanced and of good overall type.  Slender lithe body is firm and well muscled, of very good weight and substance with straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender well shaped elegant legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Head forms short wide wedge with 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 slight curve to brow, very good break, short straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth.  Coat is fine and very close lying, smooth and satin-like in texture and in beautiful condition with a gleaming shine.  Well defined pattern of ticking in predominantly rich seal brown over warm pale beige base is mixed with some rich warm medium tangerine ticking over warm very pale tangerine, two bands of ticking visible, very slight spine line, faint well broken necklace, faint smudged marks on knees and elbows.  “M” and complex scarab on forehead, very pretty mascara effect to eyes surrounded by lighter spectacles, well defined pencilling on cheeks, thumb-print marks on backs of ears.  Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and is a fraction short to balance.  Alert, affectionate and very sweet natured – I look forward to seeing her again.
Tonkinese Kitten:  Three girls entered.  1 & BOB.  BERNARD’S MIMAPERKS SOLITAIRE.  Brown Tortie.  8/9/08.  Pretty girl of good size and weight for seven and a half months, is of pleasing type.  Long slender elegant body is firm, lithe and well muscled with good substance, gently rounded chest and slender well shaped elegant limbs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Head forms medium wedge with gently rounded muzzle of sufficient breadth showing defined whisker break.  Well spaced medium large ears are broad at the base and of good shape.  Large expressive rounded almond shaped eyes are set wide apart and at a slight slant, colour is slightly bluish green with hint of a yellow cast at present.  Very slight curve to brow, slight break, straight nose and level chin of fairly good depth.  Fine close lying coat is of medium length and silky smooth texture, in superb condition with a gleaming shine.  Warm pale to medium seal brown is mixed with warm pale tangerine, darker and richer tone to colours at points merging to slightly lighter tone on body and paler still on under-parts.  Tail tapers evenly to round tip and balances nicely.  Alert, lively and very affectionate.  2.  NEWBERRY’S MIMAPERKS TIFFANYCASE. Brown.  8/9/08. Attractive girl of pleasing type, sister to winner and like her is well grown and of good size and weight for her age.  Slender elegant body is lithe, firm and well muscled, but just a touch lean along the spine; straight back, gently rounded chest and elegant well shaped slender legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Head shows medium wedge with gently rounded muzzle and defined whisker break.  Well spaced medium large ears are broad at the base and of good shape.  Expressive large eyes are shaped like rounded almonds and set wide apart and at a slight slant, colour is slightly bluish green with distinct yellow cast at present.  Very gentle curve to brow, very gentle break, hint of a bump on nose and leather falls away at tip, chin is level and of fairly good depth.  Coat is of medium length, fine and fairly close lying, but a little open and soft in places, in good condition with a healthy sheen.  Colour is warm even medium seal brown with distinctly richer darker points which merge into lighter tone on body and lighter still on under-parts, showing some brindling on back and sides.  Tail tapers evenly to finer round tip and length just balances.  Quiet girl, seem a little subdued today, but very good natured.  3.  CRAGG’S WAKANDA GOODIE BLUESHOOZ.  Blue.  18/8/08.  Elegant girl, attractive and of good size and weight for eight months old.  Slender long sleek body is firm and well muscled with straight back, gently rounded chest and slim elegant shapely legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Head shows medium wedge, a little fine in the muzzle and slightly pointed with distinct whisker break, and slightly rounded top between well spaced medium large broad based ears of good shape.  Large expressive pale greenish blue eyes are shaped like rounded almonds and set wide apart and at a slight slant.  Very slight curve to brow, very gentle break is almost a dip, nose is a slightly long, chin is level and of reasonably good depth.  Fine close-lying coat is of medium length with silky smooth texture, in beautiful condition and displaying a glossy shine.  Even medium blue grey colour is darker in tone on points merging gradually into lighter body tone and paler still on under-parts, clear of marks and with an attractive silvery sheen to head and ears.  Tail is a little thin towards the end and has a tiny fixed defect at the tip, length just balances.  Demanding, talkative and playful, a very sweet natured girl and a pleasure to judge.  
Cream Burmese Adult:  One girl entered, plus a boy and girl entered for Best of Breed only.  1.  CC withheld.  HENRY’S ADATEBO NICA’S DREAM.  21/5/08.  Pretty girl lacking maturity and with a distinct adolescent appearance and rather a kittenish face, she needs time to develop and reach her potential.  Slender body is of good weight for medium size, lithe, firm and well muscled with straight back, gently rounded chest and slim elegant shapely legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Short wide wedge-shaped head is slightly fine and a little pointed in the muzzle with slightly rounded top between well spaced medium ears of good shape.  Expressive rich yellow chartreuse eyes are of good size and fairly good shape and set wide apart, but I would like the lower eye-lids to be fuller and more rounded.  Very slight curve to brow, good break, nose leather falls away at tip, chin is level and needs more depth.  Coat is of medium length, fine but a touch long on the back, although it lies quite close, satiny texture overall, just a bit soft in places, and in very good condition with a healthy sheen.  Even rich medium cream, coolish in tone with some powdering visible on head, faint well- broken necklace and faint smudged marks on knees.  Tail tapers evenly to rounded tip and is a little short to balance.  A little nervous but very good natured.   BOB to CHAPMAN’S GR CH TRIBUNE OATCAKE.  7/2/00.  Attractive lady, mature, of good overall type and in splendid condition for her age.  Well filled balanced body is of very good weight and substance, firm and well muscled with straight back, correctly rounded chest and slender shapely limbs ending in neat spoon-shaped feet in proportion.  Head forms short wide wedge, quite blunt in muzzle with very slightly rounded top between well spaced neat medium size ears, broad at the base and of good shape. Large lustrous pale yellow chartreuse eyes are of very good shape and set wide apart to give typical expression.  Brow is a touch flat, very good break, short straight nose, chin is just level and of fairly good depth, bite is very untidy and possibly marginally undershot, but considering her age I decided to give her the benefit of doubt.  Coat is short to medium, fine and close lying with a satiny texture, in super condition with a glistening sheen.  Rich medium cream, even and very slightly warm in tone, some powdering on head and ears, faint broken necklace and a few faint smudges on legs.  Tail tapers evenly to “paintbrush” tip and almost balances.  Gentle, calm and very relaxed, a slightly sleepy girl and very sweet natured.      
A V Foreign Novice Adult:  Three cats present.  1.  READ’S KIMDALE IT HADTOBEYOU.  Female Black Smoke Devon Rex.  16/4/04.  Mature attractive girl, well balanced and looking nicely finished and of good overall type.  Slender well filed body is of very good weight and substance, feeling firm and muscular with gently rounded chest and elegant well shaped limbs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Head forms short broad wedge with good width to high cheek-bones and breadth to strong muzzle showing defined whisker break and long slightly curled whiskers.  Medium large ears are wide at the base and of good shape, well spaced but I would like them set just a touch lower for perfection, quite good muffs and tiny tufts at ear-tips.  Large lustrous rounded almond shape eyes are set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical “wicked” expression.  Flat skull curves forward at brow, very good stop, short straight nose, chin recedes very slightly and is of fairly good depth.  Well covered in fine dense silky coat, gently curl to hairs give regular shallow waves that can just about be felt along sides, back and flanks, broad spine-line of almost straight hairs, ripples on neck and across shoulders, sparse hairs on throat and rexing down chest becoming down on tummy, slightly ripples at tops of forelegs, but plush lower down legs, loose waves on tail.  Tail tapers evenly to finer tip, lengthy is a fraction short to balance.  Affectionate, alert and lively girl, very sweet natured and easy to handle.  2.  THOMPSON’S CHRISAN CARA MIA.  Female Black Smoke & White Cornish Rex.  25/7/08.  Pretty girl, who is well developed for nine months, elegant, balanced and of very pleasing type. Slender  lithe body is firm and well musculed although slightly lean overall, especially in the flanks, gently rounded chest and standing tall on long well shaped and elegant legs ending in neat oval feet in proportion.  Head forms medium wedge with high cheek-bones and good breadth to gently rounded muzzle with long gently curled whiskers and eye-brows, perhaps just a little thin in the face.  Medium large broad based ears are of very good shape, held just high enough when she is alert giving good mussel sheel shape when viewed from the rear, she can drop them a little low when she is relaxed.  Expressive oval eyes are of very good size and shape, set wide apart and almost straight with slight upward slant to outer edge; she can hold them a touch full at times but typical expression when she is settled.  Flat skull curves forward at brow, slight dip in profile line to nose, chin recededs slightly and is of reasonably good depth.  Coat is fine dense and silky and covers very well, very gently curl to hairs gives shallow regular waves on back, sides and flanks, plush across the shoulders and on back of neck, rexing down chest and well covered tummy, plush on lower part of forelegs, loose waves along tail with small bare patch at base of tail.  Tail tapers evenly to finer tip and balances.  Alet and playful, a sweet natured and very affectionate.  3.  YATE’S DOLLYCATS MRS TWO LUMPS.  Female Brown Marbled Bengal.  25/7/08.
A V Foreign Breeders Kitten:  Four kittens present.  1.  LEGGETT’S YESSO BARNATO.  Male Chocolate Ocicat.  9/10/08.  Very handsome boy, well grown and developed for six and a half months old and of good overall type.  Slender long body is of very good weight and substance, firm and muscular and nicely balanced with good foreign boning, gently rounded chest and slender well shaped strong limbs ending in compact oval paws in proportion.  Head forms modified wedge with good breadth to muzzle which shows good suggestion of “squareness”.  Medium large broad based ears are of very good shape and spaced well apart to form 45 degree angle between.  Lovely large lustrous rich golden yellow eyes are shaped like rounded almonds and set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical “wild” expression.  Very gentle curve to brow, slight dip in profile line to nose, chin is level and of fairly good depth.  Fine medium length coat lies very close to the body, feeling dense and quite resilient already despite his youth, smooth and silky and in superb condition with a glossy shine.  Well defined pattern of spots in warm rich chocolate  is evenly distributed and contrasts very well against the warm copper-toned agouti ground, spine line is breaking up nicely, broken bracelets and spots on legs, broken rings on tail, double necklace is broken; “M” and complex scarab on forehead, very attractive eye-liner surrounded by lighter spectacles, defined pencilling on cheeks.  Tai tapers evenly to round tip and balances.  Alert, confident and very demanding, full of purrs and showed himself to advantage.  2.  BRANDY’S TROIKA VASILISA.  Female Russian Blue.  17/9/08.  Very pretty baby girl of good overall type.  Slender long graceful body is of good weight for size, acceptable size for seven months, but I would have liked her a little bigger, just slightly lean especially in the flanks and a touch bony along spine and across shoulders, muscle tone is firm.  Gently rounded chest and slender well shaped elegant legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Head shows short wedge with good breadth to muzzle and prominent whisker pads, flat top between medium large broad based ears of good shape with pointed tips, quite tall and set correctly vertical to the head when she is settled.  Large expressive almond shaped eyes are set wide apart and at a slight slant, colour is good medium green with a slight yellow cast to outer iris at present.  In profile forehead appears straight to upper edge of eye and creates correct angle to profile line, which shows shallow curve to nose; chin is level and of fairly good depth.  Fine soft coat is of medium length, double and feeling plush and quite dense, good texture of age and in super condition.  Medium blue grey colour is even in tone with good silvery sheen already evident, faint ghost rings visible on tail.  Tail tapers evenly to rounded tip and length balances well.  Delightful temperament, a real little darling and full of purrs.  Promising girl but a little lacking in size and substance at the moment and needs time to develop and reach her potential.    3.  READ’S ONAWAY HAVE YOU SEEN HER.  Female Black Smoke Devon Rex.  3/12/08.
A V Foreign Breeders Neuter:  Five cats entered.  1.  BRADY’S IGR PR TROIKA LE CORSAIRE.  Male Russian Blue.  28/3/04.  Large handsome gentleman of good overall type.  Long slender graceful body is firm, muscular and heavy with good strong foreign bone-structure, gentle rounded chest and long slender elegant legs ending in compact oval paws in proportion.  Head show short wedge with good breadth to muzzle and good prominent whisker-pads.  Top of head appears flat between medium size ears which are broad at the base and of good shape with pointed tips, set vertically to head, I would like them just a little larger and taller for perfection.  Mid-green eyes are almond shaped, of very good size and set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical expression.  In profile forehead is level to upper edge of eye and forms angle with profile line to nose, which shows a shallow dip; chin is level and of quite good depth.  Double coat of medium length is dense and plush overall, just a touch dry and harsh along the upper back, in very good condition and well prepared.  Medium to slightly dark blue grey colour is even in tone with a good silver sheen visible, showing a few faint ghost rings on tail.  Tail tapers evenly to finer rounded tip and length just balances.  Wonderful temperament, full of purrs today, very relaxed and contented – a pleasure to judge.    2.  DELNEVO & MACRO’S CRISPUS SEMOLINA SILKPAWS.  Female Seal Point Devon Rex.  Mature attractive girl of good overall type.  Slender long well-filled body is of medium size and very good weight and substance, feeling firm and muscular with gently rounded chest and slender elegant well shaped legs ending in neat oval paws in proportion.  Head set on long elegant neck forms short broad wedge with good width to high cheeks and breadth to strong muzzle showing defined whisker break and short crinkled whiskers.  Ears are fairly large, wide at the base and of good shape and spaced well apart, although could be set a touch lower for perfection, muffs and tiny tufts at tips.  Large lustrous eyes are almond shaped and set wide apart and at a slight slant to give typical “wicked” expression.  Flat skull curves forward at brow, quite good stop, short nose, chin is level and of quite good depth.  Coat covers well overall and is fine and silky, just a few sparse areas of fine down on throat and neck, elsewhere hairs curl well forming small regular waves that can be felt on back, sides, flanks and down legs, straight along spine line, fur is just a touch long on the body giving fly-away ends to waves, rexing on chest, fine down on tummy, loose waves along tail.  Tail is slightly thick, tapering slightly to rounded tip and is a good length to balance.  Affectionate girl, very contented and with plenty to say for herself.  Extra 2.  DEAN’S GR PR CLANCLINTON CLANDALLAS.  Female Black Smoke & White Devon Rex.  11/5/01.  3.  ALGER-STREET’S TYPHAST JELANI.  Male Brown Spotted Bengal.  13/5/08.
A V Foreign Senior Neuter:  Three cats present.  1.  HUMMERSTONE’S CH & GR PR CHRISAN CAMELOTT.  Male Black Smoke Cornish Rex.  3/7/06.  Very handsome boy, mature and of good type.  Well balanced slender long body is of firm, muscular and of very good weight and substance with gently rounded chest and standing tall on slender elegant legs ending in compact oval feet in proportion.  Head forms balanced medium wedge with high cheek-bones and gently rounded muzzle of good breadth with long curled whiskers and eyebrows.  Medium large broad based ears are cupped and held correctly high, shaped like mussel-shells when viewed from the rear.  Large almond shaped eyes are set wide apart and straight to give typical expression.  Flat skull curves forward at brow, slight dip in profile line to nose; chin is just level and of fairly good depth.  Well covered with fine dense coat, silky smooth and showing good curl to hairs giving regular quite deep waves that can be felt on back, sides and flanks, slightly straighter along spine, ripples on back of elegant neck, down throat and chest, tiny ripples down legs and small regular waves across shoulders, well covered tummy and slightly looser waves along tail.  Tail tapers evenly to finer tip and length balances nicely.  Confident, relaxed and very friendly boy - a pleasure to judge.  2.  FORDHAM’S RAJIQUE LAKOTA SPIRIT.  Male Brown Spotted Bengal.  20/3/07.  3.  KEEDY’S THAIANTIA BARTHOLOMEW.  Male Silver Egyptian Mau.  4/3/06.

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Mrs C Dugdale

A well attended show. Lovely cats and kittens. Gratitude must go to Mr & Mrs Ward, Show Managers, Mrs Molton and all the devoted team. I thank my steward Tommy Goss for all his hard work and in handling the exhibits so well.

IMPERIAL CLASS – AV SLH GR PR NEUTER MALE
IMP – STANTONS GR PR AZER PASHAN BOBBY DAZZLER
A very outstanding Blue Pointed Ragdoll presented beautifully. Groomed to perfection, Broad head, flat plane. Well developed muzzle, firm chin. Well placed ears. Excellent large eyes, dip. Blue in colour. Long well furnished tail, coat silky texture. Excellent points, lovely temperament.
RES – CH & SUP UK GR PR KALEMYO KLAWSFORAPPLAUSE
Seal Tabby Point Birman. Excellent seal points, attractive profile, eyes slightly paling but in excellent condition and body weight in his eight years. Long body and tail length, well placed feathered ears. Correct gloves and gauntlets. Lovely to handle. Ran winner close.

IMPERIAL CLASS – AV SLH GR PR NEUTER FEMALE
Imp – JONES GR PR COONFLAKES CARA MIA
A lovely Brown Tabby Maine Coon. So regal and majestic. Large body, large feathered well placed ears, square muzzle, firm chin. Full round eyes spaced well apart. Elegant limbs, excellent tail length nicely furnished. Good profile. Excellent condition.
RES – BELL’S GR PR ARCADY MOPSA
Chocolate Tabby Point Birman. Well presented, excellent condition and body weigh in full blossom for an eight year old. Excellent points, good profile, tall feathered well placed ears. Body and tail length good. Correct gloves and gauntlets. Eyes slightly paling and slight weeping, Duty Vet thought slight grit had irritated eye. Gentle to handle.

CREAM ADULT MALE
1ST CC BOB HAINES CH HERRAFARESIAH JACKDANIELS
Handsome cream male. Excellent bone and condition, good colour, delightful even all over body. Glorious vast copper eyes, small well placed ears. Apple cheeks, cobby body, thick legs. Groomed to perfection. Alone in class but worthy winner.

GOLDEN NEUTER MALE
BOB – PEACHEY’S IGR PR CASHEL HEADBOY

AC EXOTIC SH SELF NEUTER
1ST PC BOB STALLINGS CH FERARA HANSOMELLE
Black exotic. Round massive head, small round tipped ears, full cheeks, round forehead. Short broad nose, strong chin. Dense plush coat, soft texture. Short appropriate tail. Excellent body weight and condition.

RED, CREAM OR TORTIE POINT BIRMAN MALE
BOB GARDINORS GR PR PANJANDRUM FUEGO

BOB METHVENS GR CH LADY PAWS MASRSHMALLOW

MAINE COON SILVER TABBY SERIES FEMALE
1ST CC GILLMANS NAVARRI ONEINAMILLION
Very attractive and presented Maine Coon. Excellent profile, full tail well furnished. Good bone structure flowing coat excellent colouring. Tall well placed feathered ears. Medium sized head, square muzzle, firm chin. Round full eyes. Substantial limbs, large round paws. Nice temperament.
BOB GILLMAN’S GR CH NORACOON VALATINE

TABBY OR TORTIE TABY POINT BIRMAN KITTEN
1ST TYLERS SKYVALLEY BOBBLEICIOUS
Seal Tabby Point Birman. Pretty plaful kitten slightly immature, eye colour developing nicely. Well presented, nice condition. Points developing. Good body & tail length. Gloves and gauntlets correct

AC COLOURPOINTED OR MITTED RAGDOLL KITTEN MALE
1ST BOB BEAL’S SONNIFACE GENTLEMAN RUFFIN
Seal Pointed Ragdoll kitten, looking lovely today. Developing very well. Good body weight and condition. Attractive deep deal points, broad head, flat plane good muzzle. Fir chin. Well placed ears, long body, bushy tail. Coat texture silky. Lovely temperament.
2ND HAMILTON’S LADYDOLL FOREST
Seal Pointed Mitted Ragdoll. Still very young and immature, but developing nicely. Good weight and condition. Beige body colour, points developing nicely, deep seal brown, front paws nice white mittens evenly matched. Eye colour developing nicely. Full cheeks, firm chin. Coat texture silky, good body and tail length. Playful kitten.

AC COLOURPOINTED OR MITTED RAGDOLL KITTEN FEMALE
1ST VAL’S ADNIOLO PHATPAWD BOOTIGIRL
Well presented attractive kitten, blue pointed Ragdoll. Very dainty and playful. Body coat colour bluish. Dull grey bluish points all developing nicely. Broad head, flat plan, well placed ears. Medium length legs large paws. Long bushy tail.
2ND NEVIN LEWSHAN LITTLE STAR
Blue Tortie Colour Pointed Ragdoll kitten developing well. Good condition and body weight. Points developing well, greyish blue inter mingled shades of cream. Broad head, flat plane firm chin, medium length nose gentle dip. Medium length coat silky texture.
3RD LEAPARS FAIRISLE ANNIKA
Seal Pointed Ragdoll coat texture a little harsh today, developing nicely. Round head, flat plane. Good points, body and tail length good a little immature, well developed cheeks, medium sized ears, well placed. Large well opened eyes.

SNOWSHOE ADULT ASSESSMENT
MERIT AWARDED. Worthy merit
SUNSTALLS COLDENUFFORSNOW XANTHE

AC PERSIAN SELF BREEDERS ADULT
1ST STEWARTS BARLEYFIELDS RIVER DANCE
2ND HANNINGTON & HANDIE NABOO TRES CHIC

AC PERSIAN SENIOR ADULT
1ST BRITTLETONS CH LADYGEM PICASO
2ND BROWN’S CH ADVILLO DOODLE SHOES
3RD MORRIS GR CH WESTHOLME CAPTIVATION

AV SLH ADULT MALE
1ST GARDINEK GR CH PANJANDRUM FUEGO
2ND HAMILTON LADYDOLL STUD MUFFIN
3RD PEARSON JASIMSAF CLARET

AV SLH ADULT FEMALE
1ST DAVILS RAGSHAVEN SONNYS SUMA MAJIC
2ND METHVEN GR CH LADYPAWS MARSHMALLOW
3RD GILLMAN GR CH NORACOON VALATIE

AV SLH JUMIOR ADULT
1ST HAMILTONS LADYDOLL STUD MUFFIN
2ND PERCIVAL CH BLUEGEMS TEDDIE BEAR
3RD CARTER NOYNAROCK ODIN OF KAJULAZ

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Mrs J Green

Congratulations to Linda and Alan on a well run show, also many thanks to my steward,  Pat Tegg,  for all her assistance.  I was honoured to be asked to judge overall best in show and the line-up was most impressive. My final choice was the super young Oriental Longhair kitten, Mylynn Magnifique, who truly was magnificent.

PERSIAN BI-COLOURED KITTEN: FEMALE

1   BOB      WALKER      TINABEE WHITE DOVE      12a2
Cobby kitten on sturdy legs, large paws well tufted, short bushy tail.  Very well prepared coat is mainly pure white showing just a large pale blue patch on  her spine, blue tail and a tiny blue patch on her face.  Some staining on the face under the eyes.  Round head, neat well furnished ears set low and wide apart, round forehead, strong chin, good bite.  Short broad nose, well formed leather, large round deep orange eyes show bold expression. 

PERSIAN RED SELF NEUTER: FEMALE

BOB only:   VALENTINE      GR PR ANSTEYN LOTTIE
Very nice type overall, long fine coat, very good colour, well shaped head, very nice eyes and expression.

BLUE POINT BIRMAN KITTEN: MALE

1   BOB      IZZARD      DUBROVA SUMATRA
Well structured kitten of very good type, well shaped legs and feet.  Lovely silken coat has ruff developing, bluish-white with good contrast on points, tidy markings to feet.  Rounded head, ears well spaced, slight dip in profile, almost round eyes are deep blue.  He has a lovely face and expression.

TURKISH VAN KITTEN: MALE

1   BOB      JOHNSON      AKDAMAR TAZI      13d od
Lovely kitten and super example of a Turk.  Excellent chalk white coat covers him and is  beautifully prepared, well balanced auburn markings on face and auburn tail.  Well shaped head, broad wedge, medium nose, barely perceptible profile dip.  Large oval eyes, one light auburn, the other  has colour still changing but faint blue ring to be seen.  A super kitten who is very alert.

SEAL POINT BIRMAN NEUTER: MALE

1   PR   BOB      KEMP      SHANDATAL PRINCE OFHEARTS
A most handsome mature exhibit of excellent type.  Lovely well prepared coat with full ruff, colour pale beige with deep seal points, tidy markings to feet.  Strong head is broad and rounded, ears well placed, well developed muzzle.  Deep blue eyes and he has such a lovely expression.  I understand he became a Premier today so congratulations to his owner and his breeder and especially to Puss himself. 

TABBY BIRMAN NEUTER: FEMALE
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1   PR     WOOD      PR RIVANNA FIORELLA      13c11
A very attractive girl who, sadly, was not very happy.  Very nice type and well proportioned.  Lovely coat has silken texture and the tabby markings are so clearly defined including the thumb prints on her ears.  Broad rounded head,  ears set well apart, fullness at  cheeks and chin.  Very good eye colour, she has such a lovely face and expression.

BOB      LEE      CH & SUP UK GR PR KALEMYO KLAWSFORAPPLAUSE   (MALE)     13c11
Well known boy looking very good today and he has a lovely nature.

MAINE COON SILVER SERIES NEUTER: MALE

1   PR   BOB     MCQUILKIN      NORACOON GORGEOUS GEORGE  
A stunning exhibit;  only just adult but extremely well formed, feeling solid and muscular and very well proportioned.  Lovely well prepared coat of rich colour, clear silver base, really long furry tail, his ruff is developing.   Medium head, square muzzle, very good profile line.  Large well furnished ears set high and held well, very nice eyes and lovely expression.

SELKIRK REX ADULT: MALE

1   IC   BOB      LEE      SEWNSEW WOTSITABOUT ALFIE      79s 16
Well structured young boy whose cobby muscular body feels solid.  Well boned limbs with round firm paws, very good tail.  Thick dense coat stands out feeling plush, waves and curls all over, tail curls plush.  Broad round head on short neck, full cheeks, medium width to muzzle, well padded whisker pads give rectangular impression visible beyond cheeks.  Short broad nose, ears set well apart, Large round well–opened eyes.  Lovely  expression.

2      PALMER      CURRLY DAGLO VAN BRIFETY (IMP)    79L 15c
Another young boy who has lovely solid structure and is well grown.  Muscular torso is rectangular, well boned limbs with firm round paws.  His coat has loose random unstructured waves with longer ruff, plumy tail curls.  Broad round head still shaping-up at the muzzle, rounded forehead, short broad nose.  Ears broad at base and set well apart,  Well-opened large round eyes set wide.  

SELKIRK REX ADULT: FEMALE

1   IC      FRASER-SMITH      WOTMORE SWEET CHARITY      79s 40 2
Well proportioned, cobby and muscular, well boned legs with round paws,  tail shape good.  Thick dense coat stands out and feels soft and plush, curls and waves all over.  Round head has full cheeks, whisker pads well padded, short broad nose, good chin.  Ears broad at base set well apart, large round well opened eyes.  Has very good substance for her size.

2      SUTTON      CURLICIOUS BLOSSOM      79L 40 9
This young lady is under a year old and at the adolescent stage.  Well boned legs of medium length, firm round paws.  Her coat has random unstructured waves, ruff developing to frame her face, plumy tail curls stand away.  Round head needs time to shape-up and muzzle is rather fine at present,  medium ears set well apart, round well opened eyes are expressive.   

RUSSIAN  BLUE ADULT: MALE

1   CC   BOB      BOND-WONNEBERGER      CH FURBELL STARGAZER
Stytlish young man of very good type and structure, long firm limbs, very good tail.  His coat has very nice texture, dense undercoat, clear blue throughout with distinct silvery sheen.  Well shaped head, prominent whisker pads, distinct angle to virtually straight profile, firm chin.  Large ears set vertically, vivid green almond eyes. 

RUSSIAN BLUE ADULT: FEMALE

1   CC      BANDY      TROIKA SHEREMETEVA
Well structured young lady feeling firm and muscular, well proportioned legs, neat oval paws, moderately long tail.  Short coat has dense undercoat, feeling soft, very good colour with distinct silvery sheen.  Head well shaped, wedge is short, prominent pads, very good profile line and firm chin.  Large pointed ears set vertically, green almond shaped eyes, nice expression.

ORIGINAL FOREIGN PREMIER  NEUTER: MALE

GR PR      BANDY      IGR PR TROIKA LE CORSAIRE
Super boy of lovely type, solid and muscular, well proportioned tail and limbs.  Lovely coat is double with dense undercoat, clear blue throughout showing distinct silvery sheen.  Strong head, large ears wide at base and set vertically, very good profile,  wide-set almond eyes are vivid green.  He has such a lovely gentle expression.

ORIGINAL FOREIGN PREMIER NEUTER: FEMALE

GR PR      DEAN      GR PR CLANCLINTON CLANDALLAS
Mature lass of very nice type, high on legs, neat oval paws, long tail which she kept tucked up around her!  Completely covered in soft dense coat which has waves and ripples right down to her toes, tail shows wavy fur.  Her head has short broad wedge, high cheeks, good muzzle and whisker break, short nose with definite stop.  Large low-set ears, large oval eyes well set.   

OCICAT CLASSIC NEUTER ASSESSMENT:

MERIT TO:   CROFT      PARDALIS APOLLO     73 41k    Male
Large well structured boy not yet a year old.  Feeling solid and muscular, well proportioned tail and limbs.  His coat is sleek and has satiny texture, rich cinnamon showing noticable butterfly and oyster markings, barring on legs, lovely head and facial markings.  Head has well shaped modified wedge, very nice profile line, broad  muzzle, moderate whisker pinch.  Ears of good shape are set alert, large green almonds for eyes.  A super exhibit, I loved him. 

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Mrs J Gillson

Many thanks to Alan and Linda Ward for the invite to judge at the Bedford show. I always enjoy the venue at Wood Green, plenty of room in the show hall with seating for exhibitors and so much to see outside .Irene Roos came to steward for me and as always I knew I would enjoy my day with her. Thank you so much Irene for your great help and company.

IMPERIAL AC PERSIAN GR CH ADULT M
IMP STEWART IGR CH LAZANE ON CLOUD NINE
What a lovely way to start the day with this white orange eyed boy. Super head with wide top and neat well set ears. Short broad nose big round expressive eyes. Nice bite and ample chin to give him balance. Nice cobby body supported on short thick legs and a lovely full short tail. Fantastic coat of pure white and lovely length and groomed to perfection.
R IMP HOWARD GR CH BIGWIG IN THE RED
What superb deep copper eyes this Red and White Bi-Colour boy has. Good top of head and ears well placed. Short broad nose and deep chin. Big strong body and a full tail. Coat of a nice red with white.

IMPERIAL AC PERSIAN GR CH ADULT F
IMP MORRIS GR CH WESTHOLME CAPTIVATION
Tortoiseshell girl with a nice balanced head, neat well placed ears with good space between them. Good size shape and colour eyes. Broad short nose with good size leather and nostrils. Nice bite and good chin. Pleasing weight for size of her nice shape body. Lovely full tail. Excellent tortie coloured coat who I understand became Imperial today. Congratulations to her owner and breeder.

PEWTER, BLUE PEWTER NEUTER
1ST PC BOB ABBOTT PR TAMOSAH ELIJAH.
This boy was bad tempered today making him difficult to handle without a good steward it would have been impossible today. Wide top of head and well placed ears. Good large eyes with nice black rims. Broad short nose with lovely brick nose leather outlined in black and a nice firm chin. His coat was full and well prepared of nice silvery white and evenly tipped with black. Good size and shape boy.

SEAL POINT BIRMAN ADULT M
CC NOT AWARDED 1ST CATON PURINDOORS PICTUREPURFECT
Young male of 11 mths whose ears are large and upright. Eyes of a pleasing colour but bold and round. Profile shows a slight dip chin is rather weak. Deep seal mask tail much paler. Gloves and gauntlets show a pleasing match. I felt today this boy was not up to CC standard.

SEAL POINT BIRMAN ADULT F
BOB LEE GR CH KLASSYKLOGS KALEMYOKO
Seal Birman girl of nice bone and good texture well prepared coat. Deep seal mask points and tail and pleasing gloves and gauntlets. Well set medium ears and eyes of good colour shape and size. Excellent bite and nice chin.
1ST CC SIMMONDS GAYEMAUDI LADYAPRIL
Well placed ears and nice eye size and shape. Profile shows a slight dip. This lady of 1 year 11 months has just one bottom tooth and no centre top teeth. Good seal to her mask points and tail and her gloves and gauntlets match quite well. Coat just a little dark on lower back but well prepared. Nice weight for her size.
2ND BENNETT AND NORFOLK PICNMIX MARIEBELLE
Ears little large on this girl of 12 mths. Eyes of good colour and slight dip in her profile. Bite not quite correct. Mask points and tail are nice seal and her gloves and gauntlets show a pleasing match. I find her rather small and light boned for age.

AC COLOURPOINT OR MITTED RAGDOLL N
1ST PC BOB DAVIES RAGSHAVEN SONNYPUREMAGIC
Blue colourpointed boy of just 9 mths 4 weeks and lovely bone and size. Good flat plane between well placed ears. Nice size shape and colour eyes and a slight dip – profile. Good bite and nice chin. Very nice blue mask points and tail. Lovely well prepared coat covering his good shape body nice tail.
2ND PASSFIELD TAYLOR HAZELSDOLLS PYEWACKET
Seal tabby mitted boy with flat plane and well set ears. Good tabby mask and lovely ringed tail, Pleasing size and shape body which needed a touch more show preparation.
3RD GODFREY ADATELO AMARULA CREAM
Red Colourpoint boy with nice flat plane and big eyes rather too round, nice bite his coat needed a little more show preparation.

AC PERSIAN ADOLESCENT A
1ST HANNINGTON AND HARDIE NABOO TRES CHIC
Black Exotic talkative girl with nice top and good ear set. Nice bite, Well prepared coat.
2ND THORPE CH CLANDELIA PRINCE CHARMING
Nice type smoke boy showing an excellent undercoat on his body but spoilt by very dirty gutters.
3RD GARDNER GARCHELL LILLY

AC PERSIAN NON-SELF BREEDERS N
1ST BEATTIE CH & PR BARNILUV BLUBELLE
Blue cream girl who was bad tempered and screamed at us. Good big round eyes and a very pleasing coat well prepared.
2ND NICHOLLS CH & GR PR YOONEEK SHEER MAGIC
Cameo girl with good bone and nice undercoat. Face rather dirty.

AC PERSIAN LIMIT N
1ST TONKS GR CH ZENDIQUE ATZAR ISBORN
Exotic big boy of excellent type and a superb pattern well prepared coat.

AV SLH ADULT NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR
1ST HAMILTON CH ADATELO PURRBLUEBUBBLE
Blue Colourpointed Ragdoll boy with nice flat plane and a super coloue eyes. Nie mask points and tail. Lovely well prepared coat.
2ND GARDINOR GR CH PANJANDRUM FUEGO
Birman boy of lovely size and bone. Good type and well matching gloves and gauntlets.
3RD HAYNES CH COONVIVAL SCARLET RIBBONS

AV SLH BREEDERS N
1ST DAVIES RAGSHAVEN SONNTSPUREMAGIC
2ND RIVANNA CLUDSHADOW
Birman of nice size and shape. Good eye colour and nice neat points and tail. Lovely well prepared coat.
3RD GODFREY ADATELO AMARVLA CREAM

AV SLH JUNIOR N
1ST PASSFIELD TAYLOR HAZELSDOLLS PYEWACKET
2ND LUNT SOMANTIKKS TOSHIAKI BLAZE SORREL
Somali boy whose chin was full of exema
3RD WOOD PR RIVANNA FIORELLA

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Mrs A Gregory

A really enjoyable show with warm hospitality and a friendly atmosphere. I would like to thank Alan and Linda for the invitation and Jen Lacey for all her hard work and excellent company as my steward.
TABBY OR TORTIE-TABBY POINT BIRMAN ADULT, MALE
BOB DICKERSON’S GR CH TORMIST CHOCACHINO, 13C11, M, 20.02.2003
A handsome, mature Birman with type, size, substance and very good pattern with neat gloves and gauntlets. There was some shading but also plenty of contrast.
TABBY OR TORTIE-TABBY POINT BIRMAN ADULT, FEMALE
1 CC METHVEN’S LADYPAWS WHIRLYGIG, 13C11, 9.6.2008
A very pretty and promising young female. The head had breadth with rounded contours. Medium ears set well apart. Full, round cheeks and well developed muzzle. Lovely profile showing a slight dip. Good depth to the chin. Excellent eyes that were almost round and a brilliant blue. Soft, gentle expression. Long body with good boning and a firm, muscular feel to her. Medium length legs with short paws. Bushy tail to balance. Excellent silky coat quality; she was beautifully presented in superb condition. Excellent warm, seal tabby points and showing good contrast to the body. The gloves were immaculate with one marginally lower than the other. Well shaped gauntlets. Excellent temperament.
2 SIMMONDS’ CH GAYEMAUDI RINGARINGA ROSY, 13C11, F, 1.4.2005
A mature and balanced female of very good type. Broad skull with rounded contours. The ears were of medium size and set well but she tended to hold them a little high. Beautiful blue eyes that were very expressive. Full, rounded cheeks. Very good profile and chin. Excellent body that was solid and muscular with strong legs of medium length. Tail bushy and balanced well. Well defined points. The coat was a good length, of excellent texture and beautifully presented. She was a little shady but there was contrast. One glove was scalloped but the gauntlets were well shaped. Excellent condition and temperament.
3 ADAMS’ CH AREZZA MY FAIRLADY, 13C14, F, 22.2.2006
This girl was very pretty and feminine but looked a little fine and small, I was surprised to realise she was more than three years old! She did have the most beautiful, expressive eyes. Well balanced for type but I would like more size and substance in a female of her age. Excellent soft lilac tabby points with contrast to the magnolia body. Excellent silky coat texture. Well shaped gloves and gauntlets. Excellent condition and temperament.
4 KINGS’ KITTAH CALYPSO, 13C16, F, 25.10.2007
A well grown female of good type with a pretty face. There was a slight bump on the profile and the chin could be stronger. Expressive eyes of very good shape and colour. Well balanced body, legs and tail. Very attractive tortie tabby points and there was contrast. The gloves were low and scalloped. Gauntlets were well shaped. Excellent condition and temperament.
AOC MAINE COON KITTEN, MALE
1 BERGMAN’S SOMERISLE THEODORE, 64 36, M, 22.8.2008
A well grown, muscular kitten of good type and overall balance. The head was of medium length but the muzzle rounded. Excellent ears that were large, tall and wide at the base. They were set high and had excellent furnishings and tufts. The eyes were full and round, set well apart and slightly obliquely. The cheeks were reasonably full with high cheekbones. The nose was of uniform width with a shallow, concave curve at the bridge. Long body with a solid, muscular feel to him. Strong legs and a good tail to balance. Lovely coat texture with a really glossy top coat. However, he could have had more preparation to the underparts. Excellent condition and temperament.
AOC MAINE COON KITTEN, FEMALE
1 BOB BARLETTA’S COONTASTIC COPACOBANA, 64 41ew, F, 12.11.2008
A very beautiful and balanced female of really promising type, very well grown for her age. Excellent balance to the head with a square, firm muzzle and strong chin. Large ears, set high and held tall. They were wide at the base and tapered to appear pointed at the tips. Well furnished and tufted. Excellent eyes that were full and round with an oblique setting. Nose of uniform width showing a slight concave curve at the bridge. High cheek bones and fairly full cheeks. Long, muscular body with long legs and large, tufted paws. Very promising substance and muscle tone. Long tail that balanced really well. The coat was of excellent texture and is developing. Wonderfully rich tortie colours and pristine white. Beautifully presented in excellent condition and with a confident, sweet temperament.
2 ALLEN’S EMPURRER MEMPHIS BELLE, 64 41G, F, 7.1.2009
A really promising baby who was full of confidence and showed herself to great advantage. Excellent head with large, tufted and furnished ears set tall. Slight  concave curve to the profile and the nose was of uniform width. High cheek bones and fairly full cheeks. The eyes were large, round and very expressive. They had the correct, slightly oblique setting. Promising substance and boning to the body with strong legs and a very good tail. Baby coat that needs to develop but it was a beautiful colour. I feel she has potential! Excellent condition and temperament.
3 ALLEN’S ELMCOON FIRE BIRD, 64 41DW, F, 2.11.2008
Sorry, but I did not feel this kitten was in the same league as the first two kittens. She had good type and her ears were excellent but I felt she was a little small and rather fine boned. The profile was too straight but the eyes were expressive. Reasonable muzzle and fair chin. The body had length but needs stronger bone. Coat needs to develop. Good classic pattern. Well presented in excellent condition and with a sweet temperament.
BRITISH BLUE KITTEN
1 BOB WEBB’S LILYBELLS OCEANA, 16, F, 6.10.2008
A very promising, cobby kitten. Broad head with a round face and full cheeks. The ears are small, rounded at the tips and set well apart although a little prominent at present. Rounded forehead and short, broad nose that was straight. Good depth to the chin. Expressive eyes; they were large, round and well-opened. Colour promising and coming through well. Compact, solid body that was short in the back with depth to the chest. She stood low on short, sturdy legs with round, firm paws. Medium tail that was thick and rounded at the tip. Really dense coat that was marginally soft but a pleasing medium blue and just slightly paler at the roots. Shown in excellent condition and with a confident, friendly personality.
BRITISH BI-COLOUR KITTEN
1 + BOB WILLIS’ FELESAMOR TAMERINE-HUNNY, 31F, M, 16.8.2008
A chunky kitten of excellent size, muscle and substance. Very good breadth of head with a round face and full cheeks. Rounded forehead; short, broad nose with good chin. Excellent eyes that were large, round, fully opened and a pleasing copper colour. Neat little ears were rounded at the tips and spaced well apart in the contours of the head. Compact and cobby with a short, level back and there was depth of chest. He stood low on short, sturdy legs with short, round paws. Thick tail of medium length that was rounded at the tip. Dense, crisp coat that felt gorgeous. Excellent definition between the pale cream patches and the immaculate white. Excellent condition and temperament. Very promising I felt.
ORIENTAL TORTOISESHELL KITTEN
1 BOB MAISH’S CHIKUAI CALYPSO, 347H, F, 23.10.2008
A very attractive kitten of excellent type and style. Long, even wedge with the width between the ears to balance. The latter were large, wide at the base and continued the lines of the wedge. Beautiful eyes of Oriental shape and set; lovely clear green. Long, straight profile and good depth to the chin. Long, slender neck and excellent head carriage. Medium size to the body but it was long, svelte and elegant with long, fine legs and oval paws. Long, tapering, whip tail. Really short coat that was fine, glossy and close-lying. Excellent tortie pattern with rich chocolate well broken with shades of bright red. Confident and a real poser, she showed herself to great advantage.
2 ROWLAND’S SOLARUS MORGANA, 37J, F, 25.9.2008
Another very attractive and balanced kitten who was very unlucky to meet the winner as I would be happy to award a first and BOB in different company. She had lovely type with an excellent profile and good chin. Her ears were large and wide at the base but she tended to hold them a little high which spoiled the balance of the triangle. Expressive eyes of Oriental shape and setting. Good colour. Long, sleek body with a solid, muscular feel and fine legs and tail. The coat was moderately short, fine, close-lying and glossy. Very attractive lilac tortie with a frosty tone that was well broken with shades of cream. Excellent condition and temperament.
ORIENTAL BLUE NEUTER
1 PR + BOB ABBOTT’S PR CHENAZZ MRBLUESKY, 37A, MN, 12.4.2007
A handsome cat that was a dark blue but it was virtually sound. Good type with strength to the wedge. Even lines to the muzzle. Large ears, wide at the base and set well apart to continue the lines of the wedge. Very good straight profile and firm chin. Oriental eye shape and set with a wicked expression in those green eyes! Elegant neck and very good head carriage. Long, muscular, svelte body with fine legs and tail. Medium length coat that was a little dry at the lower back. Excellent condition and temperament.
2 JAMES & JAMES-HART’S ADAATESH ERIC, 37A, MN, 24.11.2007
Balanced cat of good type with expressive green eyes. Good wedge with well set ears. Elegant neck. Long body with firm muscle tone. Fine legs. Excellent whip tail. The coat was of medium length and a little fluffy as if he had been bathed? Dark blue and paler at the roots. Excellent condition and temperament.
RED POINT SIAMESE KITTEN
2 (1 + BOB W/H) MARSHALL’S PAWCETT FIREFOX, 32A, M, 14.8.2008
Almost an adult but rather rangy and not in show condition, this kitten was of fair type. The wedge was long with large ears set and held high. The eyes were a good blue but full rather than oriental which gave him a bland expression. Good profile and reasonable chin. Pinched muzzle. The body was long with fine legs and tail. I would like a more solid, muscular feel as a Siamese should be surprisingly heavy in contrast to the required elegance. The points were a good red with contrast to the body. The coat was of medium length, dry in texture, coarse on the back and rather open. Sweet temperament.

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Mrs S Hamilton

Many thanks to ALAN & LINDA WARD and the committee for the very kind invitation, in particular to Catherine Moulton who looked after the judges so well. A very enjoyable show with many excellent cats to judge, wonderful hospitality and a dedicated steward  in JOAN POUNDS who gave me her undivided attention throughout a busy day,I look forward to next time Joan.
A.C. BIRMAN CHAMPION MALE
1 GR CH DICKERSON GR CH TORMIST CHOCACHINO 13C11 M 20/2/03
A strong and typical male showing excellent masculinity and with confidence and superb disposition making him very pleasing to judge.Medium,masculine head with broad top and with well set,medium size ears.Dual shades of blue to his almost round eyes showing the desired gentle expression.Correct nose with slight profile dip.Full cheeks,level bite and with a firm,tapering chin.Large,muscular ,medium size body of very good bone,substance and weight .He is in excellent physical condition.Sturdy.balanced legs and with medium length bushy tail.Excellent preparation to coat which lies slightly flat and is marginally course in texture He shows some tonal shading along the spineline but with sufficient contrast.Well defined tabby pattern with good”M”,spectacles and eye to cheek lines.Thumbprints show good definition.Head is rather hooded.Well marked legs and tail is well ringed ,tail colour does not quite match the other points colour.Well formed ,immaculate whites and with well formed gloves and gauntlets.
A.C BIRMAN CHAMPION ADULT FEMALE
1 GR CH METHEVEN GR CH LADYPAWS MARSHMALLOW  13C10 F 9/2/07
A beautiful girl showing excellent balance,type and has presence.Strong,feminine medium head with full cheeks tapering down to a firm chin.Bite is level.Well spaced ears of balanced proportions.Gentle expression to large,almost round eyes of a deep blue colour.Chunky,medium and feminine frame with balanced sturdy legs and medium ,bushy tail.Full,clear,sparkling and silky coat ,excellent preparation.Well mingled points.Excellent condition and temperament.
RESERVE MCSLOY CH MAGENTA LILAC MIST 13C4 F 12/5/01
A very correct and typical girl of very good bone, weight and was shown in excellent condition.Medium head with cheeks nicely filled enhancing her strength of head.Medium ,well spaced ears.Deep blue eyes of very good almost round shape and size giving balance to her face.eye colour is of a lovely deep blue.Correct nose and profile dip.Bite is level and her tapering chin is firm.Very good body type with proportionate sturdy legs and medium bushy tail.Clear,silky,magnolia coat which is full and sparkling.Matching frosty pink points with very attractive effect.Excellent disposition.
A.C. BRITISH PREMIER NEUTER MALE
1 GR PR DRONSFIELD GR PR TRYSTYLY BLUE SPANGLER 16 MN 4/7/00
A splendid fellow of massive proportions and excellent British  conformation.Large,round masculine head with full cheeks and well rounded open face.Bite is level and his muzzle merges into the roundness of his face.Neat ,well spaced ears enhancing his well rounded top and brow.Large,expressive copper eyes.Short,broad and straight nose. Short thick neck and deep chest Cobby,massive frame of superb weight,muscle and in excellent physical condition.Supported by sturdy legs and with a  balanced thick tail. \large and well rounded rump Dense,sound and short coat of a very good crisp texture.Even mid blue coat colour.Well prepared and presented.

RESERVE EDNEY CH & PR WELLMAR GEORGE 16 MN 17/6/06
Another handsome and typical boy ,not in the best of moods but his excellent British conformation made him well worthy of his award.Large,round head with well rounded top and brow. Medium size to well spaced ears.Large,open and round eyes of a mid copper colour.Nose is short,broad and straight and his cheeks are well filled.
Just managed to check his bite which seemed ok ,muzzle rounds off well and his chin is firm.Short,thick neck and deep chest leading to a large,cobby and muscular body of excellent bone and masculinity.Balanced legs and thick tail.Dense,short,mid blue coat of a good texture.Well presented and in excellent physical condition.
A.C. BRITISH PREMIER NEUTER FEMALE
1 GR PR MARTIN UK& IMPERIAL GR CH WELLMAR ISABELLA 28 FN 13/8/01
A very impressive looking girl of excellent British conformation to both head and body.Well rounded open British face with typical expression giving her much appeal. Large round head with well rounded brow and top. Large round ,expressive gold eyes.Cheeks are full and her muzzle rounds off and merges into the roundness of her face.Bite is level and her chin is firm.Large,cobby but feminine body with short,thick neck and good depth to chest.She stands on medium,thick legs with well rounded paws.Tail is in balance,thick and with rounded tip.Short,dense coat slightly sort in texture.Well mingled shades of pale blue and mid cream.She handles well and was well presented.
RESERVE HARRISON PR DIWALI  KATALINA 28 FN 12/3/06
Younger than the winner ,not quite as impressive for size and cobbiness but nevertheless a very pleasing girl in her own right.Very good head shape showing correct open face with cheeks well filled.Neat well spaced ears with well rounded tips.Brow and top round off well and her muzzle rounds off well. Large ,round ,gold eyes.Bite is level and her chin is firm.Short,feminine body ,of medium bone but is well balanced and correct.Short,balanced legs with rounded paws.Medium length to thick tail with rounded tip.Short,dense coat which is slightly soft.Reasonable mingling showing shades of warm /paler cream and mid blue with some more solid areas.Very good condition.
A.C. ORIENTAL PREMIER NEUTER MALE
1 GR PR SMITH GR PR MOUSTACHES FENTON FAUVE 37FN MN 22/6/99
What a lovely handsome boy in excellent physical condition.He is  approaching  ten years old ,looks superb and handled like a dream. Congratulations  to his owner for showing him in wonderful condition.Strong,typical head with excellent top and ear placement/proportions with good wide base.Expressive and well shaped oriental eyes of a pale green tone.Straight profile,even lines to muzzle and with excellent depth to chin.Long,weighty body of masculine proportions and size.Very good neck carriage  and lengthy limbs in balance with his frame.Very good length to tapering tail.
Short,sleek and well textured coat of a good apricot colour.
RESERVE WEAVER PR SUNJADE SKIPPER 37K MN 27/10/07
A very pleasing adolescent boy showing overall very good balance, correctness and budding masculinity. Very good head length balanced by his firm chin.Profile shows a very slight dip,bite is level. Eyes are marginally deep set .of a good green colour and showing very good expression.Long,lithe body with corresponding lengthy slender legs and with a long,tapering tail.Good cinnamon colour to coat which pales towards to root.Close and well textured,sleek  lying coat.Very good temperament and condition.

BLUE POINT BIRMAN ADULT MALE
1 CH BOB BARKER GLOANRON BLUEBYU 13C2 M 26/5/08
A very pleasing youngster ,just adult showing very correct type and masculine potential.I learned later in the day that I made him up to Champion much to the delight of his very proud owner-well done he is a lovely boy for type,was well prepared and presented and of an excellent temperament. Medium adolescent head with medium and well set ears.Almost round ,dual blue eye colour showing the desired gentle expression.Correct profile dip,cheeks are filling out and his chin tapers and is firm.Medium length to body with balanced quite sturdy legs and medium bushy tail within an adolescent frame.Is in excellent physical condition. Matching pale blue points contrasting with immaculate feet with well formed gloves and gauntlets.Clear glacial white,silky coat which is full and sparkling.
2 PEARSONJASIMSAF CLARET 13C 2 M 2/5/08
Another typical youngster showing very good balance.He shows excellent bone,muscle and masculinity for his age.Medium ,weighty body in balance with sturdy legs and medium ,bushy tail.Very good  head shape with medium ears still to settle.For the gender I would prefer a slightly larger eye but they show the correct almost round shape and are of  dual shades of blue.Nice gentle expression.Medium nose with correct profile dip.Cheeks are well filled out.Bite is level and his tapering chin is firm.Clear,silky,glacial white coat lying slightly flat.Points colour is still settling but show a pleasing mid blue colour. Very good temperament and condition.
3 GALLOWAY SHALAMERE MICKEY BLUEEYES 13C2 M 24/3/08
A nice looking boy of good muscle and showing excellent weight and skeletal development for his quite tender age . Typical body with well balanced medium legs and  bushy tail showing excellent masculine potential.He handles well having a charming disposition and was shown in excellent physical condition.Medium ,strong head with well placed medium size ears.Eye shape is slightly bold robbing him of the desired gentle expression.Colour is of a very good  even blue.Correct nose and slight profile dip. Bite is level and his tapering chin is firm.Full mask of a darkish blue colour.Good blue points and with immaculate feet with well formed gloves and gauntlets.Clear silky ,full coat well prepared and presented.
4 GARDINOR ATAKAD AIMIN HIGH 13C2 M 1/7/08
Barely adult and still passing through the awkward kitten /adult stage.Well set ears which he needs to grow into.Nose is rather long for the breed but hopefully when his cheeks fill out this will be less obvious.He also has a slight muzzle pinch.Eyes are of a good blue colour but with a suggestion of a squint. Bite is level and his chin is firm.Body is weighty and well toned,slightly rangey at present. Excellent bushy tail –the best in the class.Excellent coat which is full,silky and sparkling,he was well prepared and presented.Coat colour shows correct glacial white and his feet are immaculate.Good formation to gloves and gauntlets.He just needs more time.Lovely disposition.
BLUE POINT BIRMAN ADULT FEMALE
1 CH OSLAVIO ROZINELLA GISELLE 13C2 F 15/7/08                                                  
A pretty girl just adult still dainty in bone /size but is appropriate for her age.Nose is very slightly long,her bite is level and her chin is tapering and firm.Neat ears still settling.Gentle expression to her almost round eyes which are of a clear blue colour.Cheeks have still to fill,profile shows correct slight dip.Medium body proportions with corresponding legs and excellent bushy tail.Clear,glacial white silky coat which is full but lies slightly flat.Ruff is coming through as are her breeches. Matching points are of a darkish blue tone,very good whites and with well formed and matching gloves and gauntlets.A delightful girl to judge,well presented
BLUE POINT BIRMAN NEUTER MALE                                                                           BOB TO:-GROVES GR PR SPELLSINGER MOON BALLAD 13C2 MN 3/5/02
Lovely boy of excellent type and balance.Strong head and showing excellent masculinity to both head and body.Points are of a darkish blue.Excellent coat.
SORREL SOMALI NEUTER
1 PR BOB LUNT SOMANTIKKS TOSHIAKI BLAZE  63A MN 2/12/07
This boy is moving through the awkward adolescent stage but as his overall correctness outweighed the transitory (hopefully) developmental faults I considered him to be worthy of the  certificate today/Adolescent head with contours still developing and his muzzle was slightly long as yet.Large,well cupped and well spaced ears  with furnishings coming through.Large,green almond shaped eyes showing reasonably good Somali expression.Good brow and cheek lines with correct rise on forehead.Muzzle indentation requires slightly more development.Chin is firm and he has a level bite.Firm,lithe adolescent body with elegant neck carriage.Slender long legs with correct oval feet.Tail is long with furnishing acceptable.
Coat is soft and fine of medium length showing clear cinnamon ticking.Good clarity to facial pattern,ear tips and heels.Rich apricot abdomen and with coat of a good copper colour.Very good temperament.
BRITISH RED SPOTTED ADULT
BOB TO:- EDNEY GR CH ROCADANNE MR BEAN 30D M 15/10.07
An imposing looking male showing excellent type to both head and body.Excellent round open face with excellent British expression.Massive frame of overall excellent balance.Rich red colour with very good clarity to pattern.
BRITISH CREAM KITTEN
1 BOB BROWN LYNBRO SANDIE 17 F 18/9/08
A pretty girl  showing very good type and balance to both head and body.Rounded head with corresponding brow and top.She needs to grow into her ears but they are quite well placed.Excellent copper eye colour,being expressive,large and round.Short,straight nose ,cheeks still filling out and her muzzle needs to merge more into the roundness of her face.Bite is level and her chin is firm.Short ,balanced body with short legs and medium length tail.Short ,dense kitten  coat,still with ghosting to fade and with colour paling at the hair shaft.Coat colour is of a pale cream.A lovely girl to judge ,is of a very pleasing temperament.
BRITISH BLUE CREAM KITTEN
1 BOB SPRINGETT WESTMUKATZ SUGABABE 28 F 12/10/08
An attractive little girl showing very good British conformation.Open face with typical expression complimented by her nicely filled out cheeks.Round head with corresponding top of head and brow.Short,straight and broad nose.Well rounded muzzle,bite is level and her chin is firm.Large,round light copper eyes. Short,thick neck leading to a short,firm kitten body of very good balance.Correct short legs and medium thick tail with rounded tip. Silvery blue /pale cream mingling but with hot cream on chin,neck tail and in small areas of the body.Colour is sound to root and the coat is dense,short but still at the baby soft stage. Was well presented.
2 KNAPP KERNMERE CONSTANCESPRY 28 F 30/7/08
Almost adult and not overly large in structure for the breed.She does however show very good type to both head and body.Round head with pretty open face.Brow and top are well rounded and the ears are well placed.Large,round light copper eyes.Short,straight nose,cheeks to fill.bite is level and the chin is firm.Is slightly square in the muzzle as yet.Short body in balance with legs and tail. Dense,short kitten coat which shows well mingled effect.Pale cream and pale blue colours which is fairly sound.Very pleasing disposition.
OCICAT CLASSIC ADULT ASSESSMENT
MERIT TO LEGGETT YESSO MORIANDER 73/41BS F 13/6/08
An attractive and rather striking girl showing very good clarity of pattern.Correct modified wedge with slight profile dip and broad squared muzzle.Large ears at correct 45degree angle.Bite is level and the chin is firm.Correct almond shaped eyes.Solid but feminine body which is muscular but graceful.Proportionate slender limbs ,very slight taper to long tail.Excellent sleek ,close lying coat of the desired satiny texture.Excellent clarity to head to shoulder lines,”M”  and eye to cheek lines.Well formed butterfly and oysters.Needs more definition to bracelets but tail rings are excellent.Was well prepared and presented.Excellent temperament.
MERIT TO SHORTEN SMARBLE& SILKS N TIRAMISU   73/41 M 3/2/08
An imposing looking youngster showing budding masculinity..Correct modified wedge with good muzzle to cheek curve.Very good top of head,squared muzzle  and with alevel bite and a firm chin.Large ears @  45 degree angle with good wide  base and giving balance to the head. Light copper,large almond shaped eyes.
Adolescent long,muscular and weighty body with very good muscular and masculine potential.Tail is long and tapering and well ringed.Excellent clarity and formation to pattern-clear thumbprints”M”  and eye to cheek lines. Necklaces are clear and well formed Well formed head to shoulder lines leading to clear well formed  spine line and parallels.Excellent formation,symmetry and clarity to oysters and butterfly.Clear spotting to abdomen.High bracelets fading towards to feet.Super , promising boy to judge who was well prepared and presented.
OCICAT NEUTER MALE
1 PR BOB PARRY NWELA FRECKLES  73BS MN 21/5/08
A charming young male neuter adolescent  shown in excellent physical condition.Modified wedge with large and well set ears with wide base,Almond shape to light copper eyes.Very good profile ,bite is level and he has a firm chin.Muzzle has still to develop more breadth.Long,muscular adolescent body of very good lines of conformity with limbs and tail in balance.Excellent facial pattern with clear eye to cheek lines,”M” and thumbprints.Clear chocolate spotting on pale silver ground with very attractive effect. Very good clarity and formation of pattern( which carries more points in the Standard) won him the BOB.
OCICAT NEUTER FEMALE
1 PR PARRY PARDALIS GENISIS 73B FN 2/6/08
A young female adult showing very good conformation to both head and body.Good modified wedge with well placed and proportionate ears.Almond eyes showing very good colour and setting.Correct muzzle to cheek curve  and gentle nose to brow rise.Muzzle has to broaden slightly more as she matures.Bite is level and her chin is firm.
Feminine,weighty and firm body showing very good muscle tone.good length to body,legs and slightly tapering tail. Good chocolate spotting on a paler ground.Well formed facial/head pattern.Clear body  spotting and with well marked legs and ringed tail.She handles well and was shown in excellent condition.
ORIENTAL CARAMEL NEUTER INTERMEDIATE
1 I.C.& BOB SMITH MOUSTACHES CARAMELLE TWIST 37N MN 13/9/03
An boy of excellence and with presence ,I later awarded him the BOV ORIENTAL NEUTER.Excellent strength,masculinity and type to head.Large,well flared ears enhancing the balance and strength of head Vivid green eyes showing excellent shape,setting and expression.Straight,strong profile, minimal pinch to the muzzle and with a deep chin.Bite is level.Large,muscular and masculine long body with very good neck carriage and lengthy limbs.Tail is long,in balance and tapers.Sleek,short and close lying coat of a very good caramel colour which pales very slightly towards the root.Excellent temperament and condition.
CARAMEL POINT SIAMESE  FEMALE ADULT
1 CH BOB ELLAMS MEESONA LUVINAMIST 24N F 16/4/08
Barely adult and showing lovely type and balance to head,she is very promising,was shown to perfection in excellent condition.Very good length to head complimented by her very good profile and deep chin.Well flared ,large ears with wide base.Expressive eyes well shaped and set and of a very good blue colour.Even lines to the muzzle.Long,lithe adolescent body of very good muscle tone.Elegant and slender legs with neat oval paws.Has a long and tapering tail.Off white,clear and sleek coat of a very good texture.Mask to complete otherwise good caramel points colour.A pleasure to judge.
TORTIE POINT SIAMESE  ADULT
1 CH BOB ELLAMS LAZIZA KISMET 32B8 F 31/5/08
Just old enough to compete with the big girls but showing early promise, style and very good type. Well balanced head of a very good length enhanced by her  large and well flared ears and excellent profile,she also has a very good chin to complete.Very good eye shape,setting and Siamese expression.Bite is level and she shows straight muzzle lines.  Long,feminine and adolescent body of elegant lines in balance with long,slender legs and neat oval paws.Tail is fine,long and tapering.Well mingled points.Some tonal shading to sleek,close lying and well textured coat.Well prepared and presented

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Mr J Hansson

Popular show with a good entry, lovely early summer weather with the sun shining (not that you get to see much of it from inside a show hall), excellent atmosphere, this is a great venue for a cat show.  My thanks to Linda, Alan & committee for the invitation, I would very much like to make a comment on the Overall Best In Show winner selected by Joyce Green , what a truly amazing specimen he is, Karen Holder’s  MYLYNN MAGNIFIQUE, a Black Silver spotted Oriental Longhair kitten of not yet 8 months, he truly lives up to his name & makes the hairs on the back of your neck prickle, combined with what is the most wonderfully relaxed trusting temperament, he looks quite superb, a pure joy to look at & admire.  he truly is a great credit to both owner & breeder, his condition was immaculate, overall he is perfectly drooly, something to enjoy & be very proud of, as I am sure both parties are.  To his breeder I would say she has bred some superb type Oriental Longhairs in recent years but it does not get any better than this, but please keep trying just in case, ……………..………..I want one, just like him.      

Foreign Imperial Grand Champion, Male;
IMP GR CH Not Awarded.  1st  ALGER-STREETS GR CH TYPHAST HURRICANE.  76 30.   01-06-06.  Brown Spotted Bengal, strong masculine lad, beautifully grown & developed.  Though I would ideally prefer slightly more rounding to the wedge, the cheeks were high & well defined, the muzzle itself could be more pronounced, has very slight hint of gentle profile break, a mite long in the nose, adequate chin, bite good, good wide set canines.  Tending to prick up his ears which are a good medium size, rather greasy interiors, needed a tidy up.  Eyes large full wide oval, bright definite green.  Strong neck, well grown long muscular body, strong legs & paws, slight taper to his medium length moderately thick tail.  Has a few patches of missing fur round the area of his left ear, which though cleared by the DV did nonetheless detract (particularly at this level), his coat was otherwise dense medium length & was very soft.  Very good facial markings showing double cheek ribbons with a complicated scarab on his brow, large & varied size spots of different shapes, quite a few of which were rosetted, very good leg bracelets & tail bands.  Very good colour of almost tawny gold background, with as a result very good contrast to the pattern, black well up the hocks, with solid coloured tail tip also.  Very fussy & up on his toes handled well, physical condition excellent.   

Foreign Imperial Grand Champion, Female;
IMP GR CH Not Awarded.  1st  NOBLE GR CH TROIKA NIJINSKY.  16a. 
15-11-06.  Russian Blue, very sweet lady, though perhaps a little petite & her coat was a little too flat.  Type wise most attractive, quite a short wedge form the eyes down, with good prominence to the whisker pads, profile has gentle concave curve to create the required angle in profile, quite good chin, bite good.  Ears are beautifully set, being tall, good larger size, light inner ear furnishings.  Eyes have good wide almond shape with gentle slant, very good green colour.  Body is graceful & very lithe, I would prefer a little more muscle tone, slim legs, small oval paws, well balanced length gently tapering tail.  Her top coat is beautifully soft but lacks the density of undercoat to create the more typical double coat that is an essential requirement for the breed.  Her colour is a medium blue with soft translucence giving it a sheen, some white hairs over the shoulders (possibly an old vaccination scar).  Her condition was super & she has a wonderful confident nature.    

Oriental Imperial Grand Premier, Male;
IMP GR PR Not Awarded.  1st  SMITH’S  GR PR MOUSTACHES FENTON FAUVE.  37fn.  22-06-99.  Apricot, an older lad who looked in a great many respects extremely impressive for his senior years & I confess I deliberated for some time as whether to award or not.  Broad wide strong masculine wedge, his profile though still showing strength has a slight angle at the bridge of the nose, good chin & his bite is not only level but impressive in that he still has all his teeth (which is more than I can claim) & healthy looking gums also.  His ears are his main let down in that though set well apart, need to be larger & as result also don’t quite pull off the wide flare to the base so well, this makes them a little out of balance with the strong head.  Eyes fractionally wide whilst retaining an oriental shape & slant, a very good definite green colour possessing good degree of brightness also.  Yes he is undoubtedly a little overweight one of the pleasures no doubt of mature years & far better that the alternative, long well proportioned legs & large oval paws (suiting his size), tail moderately fine but would benefit by being a little longer.  Lovely coat, beautifully prepared very close lying & also a very good shorter length when ones considers his age, sleek & with subtle sheen present.  Colour an extremely impressive hot sandy tone, slight paling to his inner legs, beautifully free of pattern.  His condition was superb & as he ever did he chunters when you take him out but there was not nor ever was any malicious intent, Had his ears been just a little larger I would have succumbed.   

British Black, Chocolate or Lilac Tortie Adult;
CC & 1st  Not Awarded.  2nd  DAY’S  ALDIX NARNIA.  21.  06-04-08.  At this stage of development her type is not sufficiently ‘British’ to justify a higher award & she still looks like a very young kitten.  Head very narrow & lacking fullness & breadth, cheeks still to fill, the muzzle a little pinched, rounded brow, chin requires depth, bite good.  Ears moderately small but set a little too close & as a result high.  Eyes are quite large & well rounded, slight green to the inner rim otherwise golden orange colour.  Body still quite small & lacking development being long & narrow, rather long in the leg which compounded the problem, as they are on the slender side, with neat paws, balanced tail of medium length.  Coat laying flat requiring a greater degree of density, still soft but a good shorter length.  Colour quite bright & generally well mingled with good bright shades of red, this tends to highlight the odd stripe.  Her condition was excellent & her temperament very sweet, but a considerable amount of growing up to achieve before she is ready to compete at adult level.  
Considered for & Awarded BOB.  SHEPHERD’S  CH TRUBRIT MARMIGHT.  21.  06-04-08.  Black, though still very young & could ideally be a little larger she was otherwise balanced & very proportionate, albeit something of a hot-headed Tortie madam.  Pleasing type with apple rounded face, the cheeks well filled, brow nicely rounded, quite a broad nose, chin okay, bite good (upon cursory inspection).  Well placed ears, moderately small, creating a tidy appearance without distorting the head shape. Stunning vibrant copper coloured eyes, scowling so took a bit of encouraging to open them wide.  Body not overly large but compact & well proportioned with well balanced legs, paws & tail.  Very good degree of crispness & density to the coat, could be a mite shorter.  Very well intermingled, dense black areas with bright shades of red well in evidence.  Her condition was excellent, well presented, with a little more maturity could do well,  just needs to relax a little & more importantly perhaps learn some manners. 

Black Silver Tabby Neuter, Female;
1st  PC & BOB.  COULTHURST’S  SHADOWSMINE SILVER SHIMMER.  18.  12-07-04.  Quite a mature lady of compact cobby type & very good type.  Fat face with well developed full rounded cheeks, well rounded brow line, quite a broad nose, chin & bite good.  Moderately small ears, set well apart, the appearance neat & tidy.  Well open eyes, the shape round, just about scrapes hazel but with more yellow pigmentation than I would have preferred.  Very pleasing, quite cobby body, with medium length well proportioned legs, good paws, medium length & thickness to her tail.  Excellent degree of crispness to her dense coat, medium length, a little on the loose side no doubt made worse by the recent spate of good weather.  Good facial markings, with cheek flashes, well marked ‘M’ on the brow, body has quite well marked Classic pattern with some butterfly over the shoulders, lines down her back, well matched incomplete oysters, very good leg bracelets & broad tail bands.  Her black could be a little denser & the silver ground a little clearer to sharpen the contrast more but she was worthy of her certificate despite this.  Her condition was excellent, quite a reserved gentle lady.    
2nd  SCHMIT’S  PLUMEPIERRE SILVER HELENA.  18.  24-06-08.  Very impressive pattern but type wise still at the slightly rangy adolescent phase that some young ‘Brits’ get stuck at.  The head to broaden & fill out a little more, the brow rounded nose requires a little more breadth, chin a mite weak, bite though was good.  Ears quite well placed & a good smaller medium size.  Well open round shape to the eyes, the colour a pleasing dual green/hazel tone.  She still needs to broaden in the body a little more which hopefully maturity will remedy, proportionate legs & paws, tail could be a little heavier, balanced length.  Her coat was short but lay a little close & the texture still very soft, requiring a little more density.  Excellent facial striations, with ribbons on the cheeks, ‘M’ on the brow some thumbprints on her ears, lines run over the head & along her back, good butterfly wings over the shoulders, good oysters, broad leg bracelets & tail bands, with spots onto the toes, black heels, eye rims & lips.  Very good dense black pattern with excellent clear contrast to the silver sixpence ground colour.  Temperament was excellent, easy to handle.   

Snow Spotted Bengal Neuter, Male;
1st  PC & BOB.  FORDHAM’S  RAJIQUE LAKOTA SPIRIT.  76b 30.  20-03-07.  AOC Eye Colour,  pleasing type lad, a little noisy but not to infer difficult.  Medium wedge with rounded lines, cheeks showing good height & definition, muzzle quite good breadth to the pads, gentle rounded brow with small break to the nose, slightly puffed nose leather, I would have preferred a little more depth of chin, bite good, wide set canines.  Ears I would have preferred a little smaller ideally which the slightly flared base exacerbated, but set well.  Quite large full almost round oval shape, very bright almost aqua toned colour.  Body good length & strong muscular proportions, good bone to the legs, round paws, medium length & thickness to the tail.  His coat though perhaps a little long was dense & incredibly soft to the touch, laying quite close with lovely glossy surface shine.  His head markings were showing, spotted whisker pads, good cheek stripes, complicated brow marking, generally small spots on the body where perhaps the contrast could be more extreme, excellent leg bracelets & tail rings, the ground colour of beautifully warm rich sepia tone with deep rich brown pattern elements, warmer glow in the muzzle, chin & cheeks, well coloured hocks.  Lovely condition, very grumbly & noisy but that aside handled really well. 

AC Persian Senior Neuter;
1st  EDWARDS’S  GR CH & PR DELAVALE SWEETDREAMS.  12a 7. 
25-06-02.  Cream Bi-Colour, most attractive lady, lovely type, the face well rounded with filled cheeks, well rounded skull, deep stop, short nose, with well formed nose leather, good chin & very good bite. Ears moderately small & set well apart, well furnished interiors.  The eyes are large & well open with a pleasing degree of boldness, light gold in colour.  Body compact & with good substance low on the well boned legs, round paws, moderately short, well balanced full bushy tail.  Coat was full & well prepared, very good ruff & frill, soft silky texture.  The white areas clean & well prepared, soft cream tone on her face the cream colour on her back & tail though slightly warmer were still with soft powdery effect.  Her condition & temperament both excellent.
2nd  WILLIAMS’S  PR RIASCATZ SIMPLY RED.  12a 5.  31-03-06.  Red Bi-Colour, large substantial lad, excellent substance & weight.  Fat face with rounded well filled cheeks, broad muzzle, good rounding to the skull, deep stop, quite a short nose, good depth chin, bite under.  Ears set low on the broad skull, reasonably small, well feathered interiors, fitting well into the head shape.  Large well open round eyes, excellent coppery orange colour but the rims required a little tidying up.  Strong body mature & well developed compact cobby shape, low on the sturdy legs & paws, his tail was balanced length though could be a little heavier, quite a full brush.  Coat was a very good length & density, ideally requiring a softer silkier feel to it & the tummy & under parts a little more preparation, full ruff & good frill on his front.  Inverted white on his face, with white also on the legs, chest & tummy, the red areas on his head, body & tail a bright shade & free of pattern, with one or two smaller patches also evident.   His physical condition excellent, very good temperament, would benefit with little more preparation to make him sparkle more.    
3rd  NICHOLLS’S  CH & GR PR YOONEEK SHEER MAGIC.  51 4.  22-07-98.  Black Tortie Cameo,

AV SLH Kitten;
1st  JOHNSON’S  AKDAMAR TAZI.  13d.  29-10-08.  Odd Eyed Auburn Turkish Van, charming young chap of lovely type & very good pattern elements.  Though still to achieve the substantial wedge (understandable in view of his age), he has good width & a well developed muzzle, very slight perception of break at the bridge of his nose in profile, good depth chin, bite good.  Ears are moderately tall & good for size, shell pink interiors with some feathering interior furnishings.  Eyes quite large full oval shape, pale blue to the left & more hazel tone to the right.  Body perfectly in keeping with his young age, well boned legs, neat tufted paws, balanced tail still to obtain its fullness to the slightly wispier brush.  Soft silky coat, still with the wispier fringes of the young, length of coat commensurate with his age, with some length becoming apparent to the knickerbockers.  Excellent well prepared, chalky white coat, with head markings slightly smaller on the right side, separated by the vertical blaze between, clean cut off point at the body line to his coloured tail, the auburn markings a very good bright tone.  His condition & presentation were both really excellent, quite a fussy young chap, delightful purr.  
2nd  BERGMNAN’S  SOMERISLE THEODORE.  64 36.  22-08-08.  Black Smoke Maine Coon, very handsome kitten of very promising type, just a little let down by his lack of preparation.  His head is as yet a little long, hopefully he will continue to widen as he matures to give balance, the cheeks are high & well defined, strong square shaped muzzle, gentle concave curve in profile, deep chin, excellent bite.  Ears large & pricked tall, the tufted tips enhancing their size, well furnished, but rather grubby interiors.  Eyes quite a good for size, round in shape, slight oblique setting, hazel in colour.  Good neckline, long strong well muscled body, very good rectangular shape, strong legs, large paws, wonderful length of tail which had a very good degree of flow to it also.  Coat has good length, still to achieve a little more density, shaggy tummy & good britches, but a little lank requiring more show preparation to make the most of it, could otherwise have potentially won this class.  He has a good black top coat with well defined contrast to his silver under coat, paler where he has the makings of a ruff, the base of his ears & tummy  His actual physical condition was sound, his temperament very agreeable, has the potential to do well if his grooming is improved, the cat itself can only do so much the rest is up to the exhibitor.    
3rd  HAMILTON’S  LADYDOLL FOREST.  66w.  24-12-08.  Mitted Seal Colourpointed Ragdoll, a most promising kitten of excellent type, wonderful relaxed confident temperament, but looking rather lost in such a large double pen, particularly for his very young age.  Swollen gums due to imminent teething, lovely white chin extending through the chest & tummy, white mittens on the front paws, large seal patch on one back leg.  Super condition, lovely coat, eye colour could be a little deeper. 
X3rd  IZZARD’S  DUBROVA  SUMATRA.  13c 2. 

AC British Debutante Adult;
1st  EVANS’S  EVAVALE DIMPLESNDOTS.  30g.  20-07-08.  Blue Tortie Spotted, very young at only just over 9 months but very together, pattern not her best feature but her type is very pleasing.  Very promising well rounded apple face, cheeks filling & rounding well, broad muzzle, good rounded brow, straight nose, chin & bite both good.  Small well placed ears which did not detract from the rounded head shape & looked neat & tidy.   Round well open eyes, very good golden orange tone.  Body though still to mature more fully was beautifully proportioned & compact, the legs & paws, both good, moderately heavy medium length tail.  Her coat whilst still a little soft (not out of keeping with her age), was dense, could be a little shorter.   Unusually large patches of colour with good facial markings showing stripes on the cheeks & brow markings, the body pattern needed to be viewed from a distance to be able make out the spotting which was also showing a little linkage, lovely spotted tummy, leg bracelets more clearly defined, tail rings I would have preferred a little more distinct.  The blue ground was soft with a good subtle soft cream background to the deeper cream spotting where present.  Her condition & temperament both excellent, really just where you would wish her to be with regard to her development in relation to her age.   
2nd  RUTHERFORD’S  ANIMOSO PIANINO.  40 4.  19-08-07.  Lilac Colourpointed, though still to broaden out more, her coat texture was super. Cheeks need to be a little fuller & more rounded to give the head breadth, reasonable muzzle, rounded brow, straight medium length nose, chin adequate, bite good.  Tends to carry her ears marginally high & they are a fraction wide, good medium size.  Eyes well open & round in shape, the typical paler blue that is typical of Colourpointed.  Body still a mite narrow for my preference, as result not as compact as it could be, quite well boned legs & paws, broad medium length tail.  Excellent short, thick dense coat, with a lovely crackly crisp texture.  Cool clear magnolia body colour with excellent contrast to the points which are a little too blue in tone for preference requiring more evidence of pink to give warmth.  Her temperament was gentle & composed, excellent condition.       
3rd  SOOTH’S  FELDICATZ  COSMOPOLITAN.  22a.  28.04.08.  Blue Tortie & White, though still looking extremely kittenish, a lot of work had gone into her coat with really excellent demarcation between the patches of colour, which were free of odd white hairs, congratulations. 

AC Oriental Limit;
1st  CLAY’S  METAXA MARQUESA.  37h.  29-04-08.  Chocolate Tortie,  young lithe queen.  Good length wedge, small muzzle pinch, the profile has a slight dip & ideally her chin requires a little more depth , bite okay.  Ears are large & have quite well flared base, set well apart.  Slightly wide eyes whilst still possessing a very good almond shape & slant, colour I would have preferred more vivid definite green tone.  Good neckline, lithe yet firm well toned body, slender limbs, dainty paws, fine whiptail of balanced length.  She does have a lovely close lying, well prepared sleek coat, with excellent texture.  The chocolate has a good degree of warmth & was overall well broken with quite a lot of bright red colour giving it good degree of brightness, some baring which the red picks up on.  Her temperament & condition were both excellent.    
2nd  SMITH’S  FIROUSI FORYOUREYESONLY.  48 40d.  29-04-07.  Red Colourpointed Bi-Colour, quite a masculine looking chap who though not overly large was quite muscular & weighty.  Medium length wedge, some jowling present, excellent profile, chin requires a little more strength to it, some gingivitis but the bite itself otherwise good.  Ears set wide apart & good for size, require a little more flare to their base.  Eyes good oriental shape & slant the colour requiring a little more depth & brilliance to the blue, this may well be due to the quite high white overlaying the eyes.  Body though I would prefer him larger was hard & well muscled, slim legs oval paws, fine tail rather short for balance & with a small but definite irregularity at its tip, there is also some stud tail at the base which is being treated.  Coat though short was slightly stary & open & as result not as close lying & sleek as I would have preferred.  Due to his colour combination it actually made it quite difficult to assess exactly where his white was, I would have said it was quite high but if his body colours up more this will be more affirmative, random white over his muzzle, including his chin & also appeared to be on his legs & under parts also, red of an interesting tone, on the remainder of his mask ears & tail with some light tonal patched shading on his body also.  Condition very good, very gentle fellow. 

AC Siamese/Balinese Visitors Adult;
1st  DUNCAN’S  CH MALIKASIAM EMIR HARITH.  24b.  11-03-05.  Chocolate Point Siamese, very masculine looking lad, a Chocolate Point by colour, who is screaming to be a Seal Point.  Very flashy & stylish head on, longer length very even wedge, profile has a degree of undulation with a dip plus a bump on the nose & his chin requires more depth, bite fraction over.  Ears large & beautifully set, with excellent wide flare to the base to complement the wedge.  Eyes very well defined oriental shape & slant, excellent depth of blue, with such a snooty expression.  Long elegant neckline, super body, long & well muscled, with long slim legs, neat paws, very good fine whip tail.  Beautifully prepared, short close lying coat, lovely sleek finish with subtle sheen.  Warm ivory body but with quite a degree of dark tonal shading along his back, the points are complete a little too so in actual fact as he is now quite hooded, complete stockings but the points are a cold bitter chocolate requiring more warmth, hence my opening comment, he would look much better if he were a Seal Point.  His condition & temperament both really excellent.
2nd  RICHARDS’S  DEBIKAT GRACIE-MAY.  32/1.  02-04-08.  Seal Tabby Point, a very well balanced lady just looking a little petite & too mature a little more fully, would otherwise have won the class.  Balanced even lines to her wedge, the profile almost straight, reasonable chin, bite very slightly splayed over.  Ears very good larger size, wide flare to their base, very well set.  Eyes have most pleasing oriental shape & slant, very good depth of blue to the colour with quite a haughty expression. Body still mature a little more fully but still relatively young so has time on her side, slender limbs, neat paws, the tail quite fine & of generally well balanced length.  Coat I would prefer just a little shorter but was close lying, slightly harsh along her lower back. Tracings generally well defined, with cheek stripes & good ‘M’, some thumbprints, good leg tracings, tail rings better towards the tip, more brindled towards the base, very good contrast to the virtually clear body.  Her condition was excellent & quite a composed temperament, should continue to improve as she matures,       
3rd  CARTER’S  MAFDET HONEY TRAP.  32/1.  11-05-08.  Seal Tabby Point, quite a short strong wedge, excellent ears, eyes a little wide & full, very good depth of colour. Extremely small for an adult, proportionate legs & paws, good tail.  Close lying coat, excellent texture.  Very good tabby tracings, very good condition, manners leave much to be desired, quite a fiery little minx.   

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Mrs N Johnson

Devon Rex Kitten female – 3 entered, 1 absent.
1. BOB  CRAGG’S MAGICAL MIZ TIGGYWINKLE (33a 27sx), Brown Smoke DKP, 08.11.08
Delightful 5 month old kitten of super overall type.  Large, broad based tufted ears with small muffs, set low on flat skull. Slight curve to brow, excellent stop to short nose in profile.  Excellent width across cheekbones; very good whisker break & stubbly whiskers.  Pleasing breadth to short muzzle, firm chin & level bite. Large oval eyes, bluish green in colour & showing slant towards ears giving wonderful “wicked” expression. Elegant neck, rounded chest, firm muscular body with slender legs in proportion, ending in small oval feet. Long well covered tapering tail.  Coat has grown in more since I last judged her, now a very fine down on tummy, very short fur over back & flanks with some rexing starting to show behind ears & on legs. Superb temeperament ,  a real time-waster & a credit to her owner & breeder. I was delighted to see that she later became BIS Foreign kitten – congratulations!
2.  READ’S ONAWAY HAVE YOU SEEN HER (33a 36), Black Smoke, 03.12.08
4 month old kitten of reasonable type.  Fairly large broad-based tufted ears; I would prefer them set a little lower. Flat skull, slight curve to brow in profile; reasonable width across cheeks; whisker break not too clearly defined.  Acceptable stop to slightly long nose, & muzzle also a little long but of good breadth. Medium depth almost level chin, correct bite. Pale amber oval shaped eyes slanting slightly towards ears, but expression not quite typical. Well grown muscular body, rounded chest, slim legs in proportion, ending in small oval paws. Well covered tail of good length, tapering to tip. Soft textured coat covers body well, rexing developing with some loose waves over flanks, straighter on back & legs at present. Shown in excellent condition & easy to handle.  Unlucky to meet the winner today.

Brown Tortie Burmese Kitten – 2 entered
1.  BOB  JARVIS’S KYMIAN BEATRICE (27e),  29.12.08
Happy confident kitten probably at her first show. Pleasing overall head type; short wedge with good width across cheekbones, tapering to blunt muzzle.  Well rounded top, medium ears set to follow line of wedge in front view & tilted forward in profile. Gently rounded brow, acceptable break to fairly short nose that rolls off towards the tip & lines up with firm chin of medium depth;  bite is level although incisors show marked inward slope. Muddy yellow eyes of good size, set well apart & showing slight slant to top line with rounded lower line, giving pleasing expression.  Firm muscular body, rounded chest, slender proportionate legs ending in small oval paws; tail reaches shoulder when brought around side of body & tapers to tip.  Coat of silky texture, still a little long as would be expected in a kitten of this age; well mingled colours of medium seal brown & very pale red, the red predominating.  Super temperament & condition, enjoyed being handled.
2.  WILLMONT’S PENWYNKATZ SUNDAE SURPRISE (27e), 24.08.08
Well grown girl of 8 months.  Pleasing width to top of head, medium broad-based ears set well apart, showing forward tilt in profile & following shape of upper face in front view, although she does tend to hold them a little low at times. Good rounding to brow in profile, reasonable break to slightly long nose that rolls off towards tip.  Fairly short blunt muzzle with very small pinch; level chin of good depth & correct bite.  Pale yellow eyes of good size, the top line appears straight rather than slanting towards the nose & they are just a little deep set.  Muscular body of good weight, rounded chest,  medium legs in proportion with the hind slightly longer than the front; tail tapers to “paintbrush” tip & reaches shoulder when laid along side of body.  Coat of fine silky texture, a little long although close-lying; a mixture of darkish seal brown & shades of red.  A calm relaxed girl shown in excellent condition & easy to handle.

AV Foreign Kitten not bred by Exhibitor – 4 entered
1.  ADRIAN-GROVES’ AMAROGUE SAFARI (84 31), Black & White Sphynx F, 21.09.08
Delightful friendly girl of 7 months. Large broad-based ears set at correct angle, large lemon shaped greenish yellow eyes set wide apart & slanted towards ears.  Slightly rounded skull, high cheekbones, well defined whisker pads & strong rounded muzzle. Chin is shallow & recedes slightly,  bite level.  Heavy muscular body, good size for age, broad chest, muscular legs in proportion ending in small oval paws.  Long toes with thick paw pads, long slender tail tapering to tip. Covering of fine down giving that “peach skin” feel, thicker down on nose & a little on tail. Lots of wrinkles to forehead & muzzle, sparse whiskers & eyebrows.  A super girl shown in excellent condition & very happy to be handled.
2.  HAMILTON’S ADNIOSH THE PHAT GOBLIN (84 31dt), Red Tabby & White Sphynx M, 13.10.08
Gentle boy who enjoyed being handled. Fairly large wide-based ears,  outer base level with outer corner of eye; slight stop to nose in profile, high cheekbones & slightly rounded muzzle although just a touch narrow. Attractive pale gold eyes, lemon shaped & slanted towards ears with pleasing expression. Chin I shallow & recedes, bite level.  Heavy muscular body, broad chest, strong legs in proportion  ending in small oval paws,  long tail tapering to tip.  Long toes & thick paw pads.   Fine down covering body,  giving resistance when stroked, very short fur on nose & tail. Plenty of wrinkles to forehead & muzzle.  Shown in excellent condition, very comfortable in his double pen.  Not a very flattering name for such a sweet boy!
3.  HAMILTON’S TALLTREES AMADAHY (84 31t), Brown Tabby & White Sphynx F, 14.10.08

AV Foreign Visitors Kitten – 7 entered
1.   LEGGETT’S YESSO BARNATO (73b), Chocolate Ocicat M, 09.10.08
A very promising youngster.  Large broad-based ears with rounded tips & small tufts, set at approximate 45 degree angle.  Slight curve from muzzle to cheek & gentle dip in profile.  Clearly defined whisker pinch, excellent square appearance to muzzle of good length; firm chin of medium depth & level bite.  Lustrous pale amber eyes, almond shaped & slanted slightly towards ears resulting in typical “wild” expression. 6 and a half months of age & already a big boy – strong muscular body, broad chest, straight back slightly higher at rear, medium legs in proportion ending in oval paws; tail tapering to tip from broad base, of correct length to balance. Short dense coat of pleasing satiny texture displaying medium warm chocolate markings on a pale copper agouti ground, with excellent contrast.  “M” & scarab to head, lines extending back along neck, breaking into small spots over shoulders & lines of spots along spine; some areas of linked spots behind shoulders on both sides, excellent well defined thumbprint shaped spots on flanks in bullseye arrangement.  Several broken & unbroken necklaces, multiple leg bars & tail rings, facial tracings, dark chocolate hocks & tail tip. Shown in excellent condition, very confident & friendly. 
2.  ADRIAN-GROVES’ AMAROGUE SAFARI (84 31), Black & White Sphynx F, 21.09.08
3.  CRAGG’S WAKANDA GOODIE BLUESHOOZ (74a), Blue Tonkinese F, 18.08.08

AV Foreign Novice Neuter – 2 entered
1.   DAY’S MAIPENRAI DOC FLOWER (34), Korat FN, 01.06.08
A typical noisy Korat, thankfully harmless! Pleasing head with flat forehead, good breadth across eyes, slight dip to nose with downward curve in profile.  Gently rounded muzzle, medium depth almost level chin & correct bite.  Large ears, flared at base,  with rounded tip, set quite high on head giving alert expression.  Large lustrous green eyes, well opened, giving typical expression. Medium muscular body, good weight for only 10 months of age, elegant legs in proportion to body ending in oval paws. Tail tapers from base to rounded tip.  Medium length coat of fine silky texture,  mid-blue in colour with some silver tipping particularly visible on muzzle.  Generally a pleasing girl shown in excellent condition.
2.  DEAN’S CLANCLINTON CLISTMAS CAROL (33a 36), Black Smoke Devon Rex FN, 29.08.05
Broad-based tufted ears with muffs, set quite low but a little small to balance head. Flat skull, curve to brow, good width at cheekbones; acceptable stop to slightly long nose in profile. Whisker break visible but could be better defined.  Short broad muzzle, medium depth almost level chin & perfect bite with sparkling teeth!  Oval yellow eyes, set well apart & showing some slant towards ears, but lacking typical expression. Neck a little short, compact muscular body;  legs also fairly short & quite sturdy, with small oval feet.  Tail rather thick, not quite long enough, & tapers only slightly to tip.  Plenty of coat, soft textured & dense, covering body very well – perhaps a little longer than desired. Shows very good rexing, pleasing rippled effect over back, flanks & extending down legs. Stubbly whiskers & eyebrows. Quite a rusty tone to the black in places.  Excellent temperament & condition.

AV Foreign Radius Neuter – 1 entered
1.  KEEDY’S THAIANTIA BARTHOLOMEW (78 30s), Silver Egyptian Mau MN, 03.03.06
A very large & rather overweight boy of 3 years. Very reluctant to leave his pen!  Slightly rounded wedge head, ears really too small although of correct shape & set. Slight dip to nose in profile, uniform width in front view.  Deep firm chin & gently rounded muzzle.  Pleasing eyes, large, shaped like rounded almonds & set straight in head, good gooseberry green in colour with a very worried look.  Very heavy body with spreading waistline, medium legs ending in small rounded paws, tail of medium length tapering to tip. Coat of medium length, a little harsh in texture. Charcoal markings, well scattered spots on clear silver undercoat, “M” & scarab to head, lines extending back along neck & breaking into spots on spine although more solid toward base of spine; multiple necklaces, leg bars & tail rings, mascara lines to face & dark outline to eyes. Some tarnishing to muzzle & front paws.  Rather tense & difficult to handle today.

AC Burmese Junior Adult – 4 entered
1.   LEDGER’S KYMIAN SUSANNAH (27d), Red F, 21.08.07
Rather a feisty girl, living up to her colour perhaps?   Well rounded top of head, good width between medium broad-based ears with rounded tips, following line of wedge in front view & tilting forward in profile.  Gently rounded brow, well defined break to fairly short nose with small bump; very good width to short blunt muzzle, firm chin of medium depth & correct bite.  Chartreuse eyes, large, lustrous & set well apart with correctly slanted top line & rounded lower line giving pleasing expression.  Muscular body of good weight, rounded chest, straight back slightly higher at rear; medium proportionate legs ending in small oval feet & tail of correct length to balance, ending in “paintbrush” tip. Excellent short coat of silky texture, fairly pale warm tangerine in colour, graduating to a lighter tone towards the underside. Blurred “M” on forehead, otherwise clear of markings.  Shown in excellent condition, not too happy when out of her pen.
2.  RAE’S RAEBURASI MOPANI (27), Brown F, 08.12.07
16 month old Brown girl of very good type but not very happy to be handled today.  Head forms a short wedge, wide at cheekbones & tapering to blunt muzzle.  Top rounds well in both directions, medium ears set wide apart showing forward tilt in profile & following shape of upper face in front view. Good break to short nose with small bump half way down; firm chin of medium depth.  Lustrous yellow eyes with narrow green pupil ring, set well apart, of excellent size & shape with top line slanting slightly towards nose & well rounded lower line giving quite a “wicked” expression.  Compact muscular body, rounded chest, medium legs in proportion ending in small oval feet, with hind legs slightly longer.  Tail reaches shoulder when laid along side of body & tapers to tip where unfortunately there is a fixed deviation.  Super coat, short & close lying with healthy sheen,  a very warm seal brown in colour with very faint broken necklace & faint bars inside front legs.  As always, shown in excellent condition, a pity she was upset today.
3.  HENRY’S ADATEBU NICA’S DREAM (27f), Cream F, 21.05.08

AC Burmese Neuter – 6 entered, 1 absent
1.  HOPE’S GR PR HYPNOS DIAMONIQUE (27h), Chocolate Tortie FN, 07.03.97
Gorgeous 12 year old girl who was happy & relaxed. Excellent head with well rounded top, medium broad-based ears balancing wedge in front view & tilted forward in profile. Slight rounding to brow, pleasing width across cheekbones; very good break to short straight nose & deep level chin.  Short blunt muzzle of lovely width & correct bite.  Expressive chartreuse eyes, set well apart & showing correct slant to top line with good rounding to lower line. Solid heavy body, although not overweight; medium legs in proportion ending in small oval paws, tail reaches shoulder & tapers to “paintbrush” tip.  Coat is a little long & thick in texture now, but feels silky; colouring of warm milk chocolate with shades of rich red.  Distinctive pink splodge on nose!  Lovely to see this girl still enjoying her day out.
2.  WEALE’S GR PR ROSSIKHAN BLUESANTWOS (27a), Blue MN, 19.03.05
Lively  boy of overall excellent type. Wide top of head, gently rounded between medium ears set well apart, continuing shape of upper face in front view & tilting forward in profile. Slight rounding to brow, well defined break to fairly short nose with tiny roll-off at tip. Super width to blunt muzzle, medium depth level chin; bite a little untidy but level.  Large lustrous chartreuse eyes, set wide apart with top line curving slightly towards nose & well rounded lower line, giving a “sultry” expression. 4 year old boy of good size & weight, rounded chest, straight back slightly higher at rear, medium proportionate legs ending in small oval feet & tail of correct length tapering to a blunt tip.  Short close-lying coat with pleasing silky feel,  soft blue in colour with attractive silvering to paws & muzzle. Shown in excellent condition,  wriggly but OK to handle.
3.  HARDY’S CH MACHIKA GEMINI (27b), Chocolate FN, 14.06.05

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Claire Lewis

I had a very enjoyable day at this year’s show and would like to thank Linda and Alan Ward for their kind invitation to judge. I very much appreciated all the attention to detail that they and their fellow committee members and show workers took to ensure a great day was had by all. I was very ably assisted again by my good friend Ruth Fish who came especially to steward for me. My thanks Ruth-you made the day so much easier with your calm and efficient manner with both the cats and myself! Congratulations also to the breeders and owners of my BOV Burmese Kitten, Molynmeux Zazeux-a little stunner-well done Ally!
IMPERIAL CLASS-AC GR PR BURMESE NEUTER MALE. 6 entered, 1 absent. IGP POWER’S IGR PR MAINMAN RAJAH (27b) MN. 11.8.03. What a super boy looking very good today! Substantial body with a nice feel to it. Gently rounded chest, straight back and tail of good shape and length. Head has a nice short wide wedge with good width across the cheeks and tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. Top of head is gently rounded with medium sized ears set well apart. In profile there is a good nose break, straight nose and level chin. Eyes are large and lustrous with the correct shape and set giving rise to a super Burmese expression. Very nice short and close lying coat. Presented in excellent condition and easy to handle. A worthy winner of this high award.
RES IGR PR MOORE’S GR PR MOONGAZER OBERON (27b) MN. 15.4.04. Another very nice chap indeed! It was very close between these two super chaps and I spent a long time deliberating. My winner today for me just had the edge with a slightly better eye shape and expression. A pleasure and headache to assess and judge this class with such quality cats!
IMPERIAL CLASS-AC GR PR BURMESE NEUTER FEMALE. 4 entered, 1 absent. IGR PR HOPE’S GR PR HYPNOS DIAMONIQUE (27h) FN. 7.3.97. Lovely elder girl with style and presence. Head has a nice short wide wedge tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. In profile there is a good nose break though for preference I would prefer it to be a touch deeper. Nose straight and level chin. Ears are medium in size, broad at the base, gently rounded at the tips and in profile have the desired slight forward tilt. Eyes have the correct shape and set. Body of good weight for size. Presented in good condition and very gentle and easy to handle. Congratulations to her breeder and owner.
RES IGR PR DANCKWERT’S GR PR KYMIAN DRUSILLA (27) FN. 2.12.04. Not in the happiest of moods today. Again it was very close between the winner and the reserve. For me, although this girl had the better coat, the winner had a slightly better head and was more balanced and stylish overall. I look forward to meeting Drusilla again!
RED BURMESE ADULT MALE. 2 entered, 1 for BOB only. 1CC FORTESCUE’S BLOOMERS BELCHAMP’S BARON (27d) M. 9.4.08. Not a happy lad today and let us know in no uncertain terms! Head has a nice short wide wedge tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. In profile there is a good nose break, straight nose and level chin. Eyes are large and lustrous with the correct shape and set giving rise to that typical Burmese expression. Coat is short and close lying and a rich tangerine in colour. I did note that the hairs at the tip of the tail appeared to have been cut? More relaxed when back in his pen.
RED BURMESE ADULT FEMALE. 3 entered, 1 absent and 1 for BOB only. BOB HALL’S CH MINOTOSA BRONWEN (27d) F. 10.10.04. What a lovely looking girl. Head has a nice short wide wedge with good width across the cheeks and tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. Top of head is gently rounded with medium/large ears set well apart. In profile there is a good nose break, straight nose and level chin. Ears are large and lustrous with the correct shape and set giving rise to a very nice Burmese expression. Coat is short and close lying and a bright tangerine in colour. Presented in very good condition and easy to handle. A worthy winner of the Best of Breed. 1CC LEDGER’S KYMIAN SUSANNAH (27d) F.21.8.07. Not a happy young lady today. Head has a short wide wedge. In profile there is a good nose break though for preference I would prefer more depth. Nose is straight and the chin is level.  Eyes have the correct shape and set. Body is just a little light for size. Very nice coat which is short and close lying. Much happier when back in the safety of her pen.
MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
AC BURMESE ADULT NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR. 8 entered, 1 absent. 1 KENNARD’S GR CH MAINMAN KISSANOVA (27) M. 6.4.07. Lovely looking chap. Head has a very nice short wide wedge, good width at the cheeks and tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. Top of head is gently rounded with ears set well apart. In profile there is a good nose break, straight nose and level chin. Ears are medium/large in size, wide at the base, gently rounded at the tips and in profile have the desired slight forward tilt. Eyes are large and lustrous with the correct shape and set giving rise to a very nice Burmese expression. Body of good size for age feeling firm and muscular. Tail of good shape and length. Very nice coat which is short and close lying and a glossy seal brown in colour. Presented in excellent condition and a worthy winner in this class of quality cats.  2 MOORE’S GR CH ANOKHI BOY GEORGE (27c) M. 6.3.07. Happy, laid back lad who ran the winner very close. Head has a nice short wide wedge with good width at the cheeks. In profile there is a good nose break though ideally I would prefer a touch more depth. Nose is straight-needs just a touch more chin. Very nice eyes which are large and lustrous, pale chartreuse green in colour and of the correct shape and size giving rise to a lovely Burmese expression. Very nice lilac coat which is short and close lying. Body of good size-just need a little more muscle on the flanks-clearly a working lad. Very nice lad and unlucky to come up against the winner today. 3 COLE’S CH MOLYNMEUX ADORABLE (27b) F. 1.9.06.
AC BURMESE VISITORS ADULT. 10 entered, 1 withdrawn. This was a wonderful class of quality cats, with the placed cats being of an exceptionally high standard. 1 MATTHEW’S KATCHYN KONTIKI (27) M. 7.2.08. What a super young lad with style and presence! Large substantial body of good weight for size feeling firm and muscular. Gently rounded chest, straight back and slender legs ending in oval shaped paws. Tail of good shape and length. Very nice head of a short wide wedge, good width at the cheeks and tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. Top of head is gently rounded with medium/large ears set well apart. The ears are broad at the base, gently rounded at the tips and in profile have the desired slight forward tilt. Also in profile there is a distinct nose break, straight nose and level chin. Eyes are large and lustrous with the correct shape and set giving rise to a super Burmese expression. Coat is a glossy seal brown in colour though ideally I would have preferred it to be a touch more close lying. Presented in excellent condition and friendly and easy to handle. Well done in winning against some high quality cats. 2 TWIGG’S CH ROSSIKHAN SWEETBABY JAMES (27) M. 7.4.07. Another super chap and unlucky to come up against the winner today. Although this chap had a slightly better coat, the winner had the slightly better head with more width in particular at the cheeks and squeezed ahead with his better eye expression. This lad though was very nicely balanced and I did like him indeed and spent a long time deciding between these two top quality lads. 3 TARBUCK’S CH MOLYROSSI STARBUCK (27c) F. 18.9.07.
AC BURMESE NOVICE KITTEN. 7 entered, 1 absent. What a super class of quality kittens. 1 WILLIAM’S MOLYNMEUX ZAZEUX (27j) F. 23.12.08. My best kitten of the day-I could have easily taken her home but felt her owners might have objected!! Nicely balanced and a good weight for size. Tail of good shape and balancing for length. Head has a very nice short wide wedge tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. Top of head is gently rounded with medium/large ears set well apart. In profile there is a good nose break, straight nose and level chin. Very expressive eyes of the correct shape and set. Very pretty coat. Very impressive kitten and my winner later in the day for BOV Burmese Kitten-many congratulation s to her very proud breeders and owners!! 2 BATCHELDER KYMIAN BLUEBELL (27g) F. 29.12.08. Another very sweet girl unlucky to come up against the winner. Head has a nice short wide wedge tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. In profile there is a good nose break, straight nose and level chin. Eyes of the correct shape and set giving rise to a very nice Burmese expression. Body of good weight for size. Gently rounded chest, straight back and slender legs ending in neat, oval shaped paws. Presented in good condition and easy to handle. Just lost out to the winner who had the slightly better head and expression. 3 LAUGHER’S SANLIS SHADOW SEEKER (27) M. 15.11.08.
AC BURMESE LIMIT ADULT. 2 entered, 1 absent. 1 HENRY’S ADATEBO NICA’S DREAM (27f) F. 21.5.08.
AC BURMESE ADOLESCENT NEUTER. 1 entered. 1 DOBSON’S IRREP MACGYVER (27b) MN. 22.4.08.
AV FOREIGN RADIUS KITTEN. 1 entered. 1 BANDY’S TROIKA VASILISA (16a) F. 17.9.08. Sweet little girl with a very nice coat.
AV FOREIGN LIMIT NEUTER. 3 entered. 1 CROFT’S PARDALIS APOLLO (73 41k) MN. 2.6.08. 2DEAN’S CLANCLINTON CLISTMAS CAROL (33a36) FN. 1.4.01. 3 ALGER-STREET’S TYPHAST JELANI (76 30) MN. 13.5.08.

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Mrs S Luxford-Watts

Many thanks to Linda and Alan Ward for inviting me. The lunch was very tasty and most welcome.We had some very lovely cats to judge and I am extremely grateful to Ruth Wehren for coming to steward for me especially after the recent trauma she has been through and I hope she is now safely settled back home with her feline family. Ruth needed to leave early so many thanks to Hilary Dean for taking over the reins and then to Ian Macro for taking over from Hilary - variety is the spice of life so they say!

Original Foreign SH Champion Adult Male: GCC BOND-WONNEBERGER’S CH.FURBELL STARGAZER - 16a - M. 03.03.2008. Really lovely boy with a good Russian expression. Short wedge from eyes to nose with correct distance from eyes to ears which are wide at base, large and pointed, they are set vertically and have sparse inner furnishing. He has a straight forehead and desired angle to profile. Well set almond shaped green eyes. Level bite and firm chin. Prominent whisker pads. His body is long, graceful and well muscled, long legs and small oval paws. His tapered tail is moderately long and in proportion to his body. His coat is short and fine with a dense undercoat and it has a good texture. His colour is clear medium blue with a distinct silvery sheen. Shown in immaculate condition and with a lovely temperament.

Res n/a 2nd. LACEY’S  CH JENANCA LONE STAR - 34 - M. 05.09.2007. Good heart shaped head with large ears set high and with flare at base. Large flat forehead. Profile shows a slight stop,
and rather a bump on his nose. Good breadth between and across his wide open eyes which are a good colour green but would benefit from being a little more generous in size. Level bite and firm chin. He has a semi-cobby body but it needs more substance and muscle tone. Well proportioned legs and oval paws. His tail is rather thin and seems short for balance. His medium length coat appears rather dense, a little open and out of condition today. He has probably been a busy boy this time of year and needs to body up again. I didn’t feel he was up to the Reserve today.

Original Foreign SH Champion Adult Female: GCC NOBLE’S GR CH TROIKA NIJINSKA - 16a - F. 15.11.2006. Another lovely Russian. Well balanced head which is a short wedge from eyes to nose with vertically set wide based pointed ears of good size with sparse inner furnishing. Profile shows a straight forehead and required angle. Well set almond shaped eyes of a good depth of green. Level bite and firm chin. Good prominent whisker pads. Long, graceful and well muscled  body. Long legs and small oval paws. Tapering tail in proportion. Her clear mid blue coat is short with a dense undercoat, it has a distinct silvery sheen and a very good texture. Shown in immaculate condition and gentle temperament.

AC Exotic SH Non Self Adult Female: CC n/a 1st GARDNER’S GARCHELL LILLY - 70 22 - F. 08.06.2008. Good broad round head with excellent width between her neat ears. Orange eyes set well apart but which she was reticent to open fully for me. Good full cheeks. Very short broad nose with a slightly exaggerated stop, fully formed nose leather which could be a little more generous in size. Level bite and firm chin. Cobby body and short sturdy legs with round firm paws. Short tail in proportion. Her medium length coat lacks sufficient density at present and is rather harsh in texture in areas. She has well over the minimum amount of white required and a good distribution of black and red patches on her head and face with a lovely white moustache and a red chin but the pattern on her body is made up of a predominantly large black area which has some red intermingling therefore lacking in sufficient patches of red. Tail is black with some red intermingling. Very well grown and mature for her young age and in very good condition. CC not awarded due to her coat and the insufficient proportion of red patches on her body.

AC Bi-Colour Ragdoll Adult Male: 1st CC & BOB HAMILTON’S LADYDOLL STUDMUFFIN - 66 31a - M. 27.05.2008. Not yet a year old and already very well grown and mature. Good broad head with flat plane and good width between his medium sized ears which are set wide and with a slight forward tilt. Profile shows medium length nose with a gentle dip. Well set large wide open eyes of mid blue. Well developed cheeks. Level bite and firm chin. Well developed rounded muzzle. Short thick neck. Long muscular body. Legs of medium length with substantial bone, large, round and firm tufted paws. Long well furnished tail. His medium length coat is dense and silky in texture, ruff and knickerbockers in evidence. Balanced inverted white V on his face and correct distribution of white elsewhere. His blue points match and are clearly defined showing contrast with his bluish white body colour. Beautifully presented and in immaculate condition. Very sweet natured.

2nd. NEVIN’S CH CADENCE HAMLET - 66 31a - M. 27.02.2004. Although several years older this boy was quite a bit smaller and needs more substance to his body. Good broad head with flat plane between his medium sized ears which he holds forward. Well set and well opened blue eyes. Well developed cheeks. Level bite and firm chin (which needs attention) but he needs and better muzzle. Quite a long body and medium length legs with round firm paws. Long bushy tail. His medium length coat lacks sufficient density and is rather harsh in texture. His points are quite a dark shade of blue. Slightly unbalanced white V on face, white collar and all white underneath but the white on his hind legs does not come up far enough. Rather discoloured white bib. Easy to handle.

AC Bi-Colour Ragdoll Adult Female: 1st & CC STANTON’S CH RAGADDICT MIAMORIO - 66 31 - F. 02.10.2007. Lovely girl with the most gorgeous eye colour but she was moulting heavily today so not really at her best. Good broad head with well set medium sized ears . Profile shows flat plane and gentle dip leading to slightly retrouse tip to nose of medium length. Well set large and well opened eyes of a lovely deep blue. Good cheeks. Level bite and firm chin. Needs a little more rounding to her muzzle. Long muscular body, strong medium length legs and large firm round paws. Long well furnished tail. Her medium length coat is dense and silky in texture, slight ruff and breeches. She has a balanced inverted white V on her face and the correct amount of white on her legs and body. Good blue grey points colour and lightly shaded blue white body. Sweet temperament and lovely condition.

2nd. NEVIN’S SASSYGEMS DADDIES GIRL - 66 31a - F. 16.05.2008. Rather a tense young lady. Good broad head with flat plane an good width between her well set medium size ears. Well set large eyes of clear blue. Profile shows gentle dip and medium length nose. Good cheeks. Level bite and firm chin. Long muscular body, medium length legs needing a little more substance, large round paws. Well furnished tail needing more length. Lovely coat which is dense and silky in texture and of medium length. She has inverted white V on her face, correct amount of white on legs and underbody, some white patches on her back. Her body blue white body colour is lightly shaded and her points are blue grey in colour. In lovely condition.

3rd. DAVIES’ RAGSHAVEN SONNYS SUMAMAGIC - 66 31a - F. 2606.2008. A day under 10 months of age and very well grown with a good broad head with flat plane and good width between her medium size well set ears. Well set eyes of good size which are a clear mid blue in colour. Her profile is rather straight. Good cheeks. Level bite and firm chin. Excellent body length and good substance to her medium length legs, large round paws. Long very well furnished tail. Excellent coat quality of medium length. Balanced inverted white V on her face, correct amount of white elsewhere. Her blue white body colour is lightly shaded and her blue points match except for her tail which is very unsound in colour at present.Very sweet temperament and beautifully presented.

White (Orange Eyed) Kitten: BOB n/a 1st BROWN’S LYNBRO KRYSTAL - 14a - F. 22.10.2008. A lovely well grown girl in immaculate condition and with excellent type and coat. Good round head with neat well set ears needing just a little more width between (which will probably come with age). Well set large, round, deep gold wide open eyes which still have a green inner rim around pupil. Profile shows a rounded forehead and short broad straight nose. Lovely full cheeks. Sadly her bite is marginally undershot which was confirmed by Duty Vet. Good firm chin. Short thick neck and lovely cobby body with short level back held low on her short sturdy legs and round firm paws. Medium length thick tail which is thicker at its base and has rounded tip. Her coat is short and dense with an excellent crisp texture and is pure white in colour. She is a quality kitten and it is such a shame about her bite. Easy to handle.

AC Selkirk Rex Kitten Intermediate:  1st & BOB n/a  2nd FRASER-SMITH’S TISHKABAR MALCOLYNS ADONIS - 79s 40 2 - M. 27.07.2008. Very large well grown boy who is extremely long bodied and tall on his legs at present.Round broad head with medium sized ears which are wide based but need much more width between and which he holds upright. His round,well opened pale blue eyes need to be more generous in size. He has quite well developed cheeks. His medium length nose has quite a pronounced stop and slight bump on it and lacks the required downward slant. His bite is level but very messy with teeth out of alignment and very sore gums. Firm chin. He is rather fine in the muzzle and at present has no whisker pads. Substantial boning to his legs and large round paws. Medium length thick tail with rounded tip. His coat is dense but lacks softness to its texture being almost crisp at present. The only real evidence of rexing today is around his neck and ears which are very grubby inside.  He is definitely at that teenage stage in his development and some of his faults are likely to be transient but others not and at present he really does not look like a Selkirk Rex and has too many faults to award him a 1st.  A gentle and understanding boy needing more preparation.

Korat Neuter Female:  1st PC & BOB DAY’S MAIPENRAI DOC FLOWER - 34 - FN. 01.06.2008. A Lovely Korat girl with a super heart shaped head with large ears set high and which have a flared base. Large flat forehead. Good breadth between and across her large, prominent and luminous eyes of brilliant green. Level bite and good muzzle. Her chin slopes back a little. Semi cobby strong muscular body, well proportioned legs and oval paws. Her tail is a little short for medium. Excellent short  fine and close lying coat in superb condition, mid blue with silver tipping. Shown in super condition.

AC British Limit Adult: 1st EVANS’ EVAVALE MERRY GO ROUND - 28 - F. 17.07.08.  This girl has lovely type. Excellent round head with good width between her small well set ears which have rounded tips. Large round wide open eyes of deep orange. Profile shows rounded forehead and short straight broad nose. Lovely full cheeks. Level bite and firm chin. Short thick neck. Cobby body with short level back and good depth to her chest. Short strong legs and round firm paws. Medium length tail thicker at its base and with rounded tip. Her coat is short, dense and has a very good crisp texture Her medium blue colour is sound and intermingled with pale cream, her intermingling needs to be a little more even. Shown in excellent condition and has a lovely temperament.

2nd. TOWNSEND’S SKELLUM ISABELLE - 31a - F. 14.04.08. Good round head needing a little more breadth between her neat small ears. Profile shows rounded forehead and short straight broad nose. Good full cheeks. Level bite and firm chin. Short thick neck. Good cobby body with a short level back and good depth to her chest. Short strong legs and round firm paws. She has a slightly off centred inverted white V on her face and an adequate proportion of white to colour overall. Her blue is a little unsound and she has a spattering of white hairs in the blue on her right side. Her coat is short and dense but rather soft in texture. Lovely condition and temperament

3rd. McEWENS’ PENNYDOWN XCLUSIVE - 39 - F. 12.07.08. Only just adult so still a lot of maturing to do. Good round head with slightly generous well set ears which have rounded tips. Profile shows rounded forehead and short broad straight nose. Lovely large expressive round and wide open eyes with colour still developing, two tone light green at present. Cheeks developing well. Level bite and firm chin. Reasonable body for her young age and quite strong legs. Medium length tail which is thicker at its base. Her coat is still rather kittenish and needs more density, it has a clear white undercoat evenly tipped with black, the tipping decreases down her legs towards her paws. Her chin, stomach, chest and undertail are as pale as possible.  Very sweet natured and in lovely condition.

AV Foreign Aristocrat Adult: This class was full of quality. 1st. LACEY’S JENANCA ANJAU - 34 - F. 25.09.2006. Another lovely Korat girl with a super heart shaped head and large ears set high and with flare at their base. Large flat forehead. Good width between and across her eyes which are large, prominent and luminous, brilliant green in colour. Level bite, firm chin and good muzzle. Semi cobby strong muscular body and well proportioned legs, oval paws. Tail rather short for medium length. Her mid blue coat is short, fine and close lying with silver tipping in evidence. Shown in excellent condition.

2nd. APLIN’S THICKTHORN WATER LILY - 73b - F. 20.12.2007. Another lovely girl with a well proportioned modified wedge head with correct profile line. Moderately large wide based ears set at correct angle. Large almond shaped eyes which are well set. Broad well defined muzzle with definite suggestion of squareness. Moderate whisker pinch. Level bite, strong chin and firm jaw. Solid muscular body of good proportions. Good substance to her medium length well muscled legs, compact oval paws. Fairly long broad based tail to balance. Her close lying sleek coat is short and satiny in texture with a lustrous sheen. She has a very good pattern of well defined thumbprint shaped spots, good head and facial markings, well spotted body with desired ‘bulls eye’ pattern on flanks. Legs well marked and tail ringed with solid colour to tip. A lovely girl in excellent condition.

3rd. BANDY’S TROIKA SHEREMETEVA - 16a - F. 12.10.2007. At a disadvantage today as she was moulting profusely. Well proportioned head with a short wedge from eyes to nose. Well set wide based pointed ears which need to be a little more generous in size for balance. Profile has required angel but she does have a bump on her nose. Well set almond shaped green eyes. Level bite and firm chin. Good whisker pads. Long and graceful body which is well muscled, long legs and small oval paws. Tapering tail to balance. Her colour is a slightly darker shade of blue and she does have some ghost tabby markings visible on her tail and hind legs. Her coat is short and fine with quite a dense undercoat and there is no harshness to its texture, silvery sheen in evidence. In very good condition.

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Mrs H Marriott-Power

Many thanks to Alan and Linda for the invitation to judge and to the Bedford and District Cat Club for their hospitality. A special thank you to my friend Sue Barrett for coming to steward for me, an enjoyable day as always, I look forward to the next time.
ANY OTHER FOREIGN PREMIER MALE
1 GPC ANDERSON-KEEBLE’S GR PR SANTILLO FEROMESES MERCURY  78 30s  MN  10.7.07
Excellent size and weight to this nearly two year old boy shown in lovely condition. Slightly rounded wedge of medium length.  In profile gentle contour with slight rise from bridge to forehead and down neck.  Uniform width down nose to gently rounded muzzle. Level bite and good depth, rounded chin.  Generous size to ears, broad at base, slightly pointed, set well back but held just a trifle low.  Large, rounded almond shaped eyes, set straight under a level brow, pale gooseberry green in colour paling at outer edge.  Good length body, strong and muscular, well balanced. Long, proportionate legs and rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and tapering gently towards the tip.  Medium length, close lying coat with a good sheen to it.  Silver ground colour with no tarnishing, black markings paling to charcoal colour around sides. Clear ‘M’ on forehead with frown marks, complex scarab over top of head breaking into spots along spine. Mascara lines on cheeks. Randomly spotted, clearly defined, broken necklaces, broken lines and spots on legs with spots down to his toes, rings on tail with a dark tip.  Lovely temperament.
BRITISH BLUE ADULT MALE
1 CC & BOB CHURCH’S SUTILLIAN BASIL BOBO  16  M  29.7.07
Well balanced twenty month old boy in super show condition. Good size and weight with good muscle tone. Lovely broad head, rounded look from front and side views. Round face with full cheeks and good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between the ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, small to medium in size and rounded at tips. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite but slightly shallow chin. Large, orange coloured eyes well open and set wide apart.  Short neck, compact body with a short level back, low on legs and with a full, deep chest. Short, strong, well boned legs and firm, rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip.  Fairly short coat with good density, just the soft side of crisp in texture.  Medium blue in colour, nice and even, just pales minimally at roots. Excellent temperament.
2 TOWNSEND’S SKELLUM ELMO  16  M  16.9.07
Nineteen month old boy of excellent size and weight with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks to a round face with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between ears set far apart but tilted too far forwards so not quite following the outer contours of the head, small in size and rounded at tips. In profile rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite but slightly shallow chin. Large and well open orange coloured eyes set wide apart.  Short neck to cobby body with a short level back, low on legs and with a full, broad, deep chest. Short, strong, well boned legs and firm, rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip. Good density to coat which is a trifle long and softish rather than crisp in texture.  Medium blue in colour which pales slightly to roots and faint rings on tail.
3 WALKER’S TRUBRIT JIMBOJOMES  16  M  21.5.07
Huge nearly two year old boy but maintaining good overall balance, excellent weight with good muscle tone. Good head has full cheeks with handsome jowls. Round face with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between neat ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, small in size and rounded at tips. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite, untidy teeth but shallow chin. Large, orange, well open eyes set wide apart.  Short neck to powerful, cobby body with a short level back, low on legs and with a full, broad, deep chest. Short, strong, well boned legs and huge, rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip.  Coat a bit long but with lovely density and fairly crisp texture.  Medium blue colour pales to roots and has slight fawny overtones.
BRITISH BLUE ADULT FEMALE
1 CC WEBB’S ADSETSH MELS PORSHA BLUE  16  F  29.3.07
Feisty but smart looking two plus year old lady, well balanced and of good size and weight with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks to a round face with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between neat ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, small in size and rounded at tips. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite and medium depth, level chin. Orange colour to large and well open eyes set wide apart.  Short neck to compact body with a short level back, low on legs and with a good broad, rounded chest. Stocky legs and firm, rounded paws.  Good tail medium in length, thicker at base and rounded at tip.  Fairly crisp texture to dense coat which is fairly short. Good even medium blue in colour which pales only minimally to roots. 
2 TOWNSEND’S SKELLUM SWEETHEART  16  F  14.4.08
Just a year old and looking slightly dainty at the moment but well balanced and weighty and with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks to a round face with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between the ears set far apart but tilted slightly forwards so not quite following the outer contours of the head, small in size and rounded at tips. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite and medium depth, level chin. Deep golden colour to large and well open eyes set wide apart. Compact body with a short level back, low on legs and with a full, broad, deep chest. Short, medium boned legs and rounded paws.  Good tail, medium in length, thicker at base and rounded at tip.  Coat fairly short with good density but just the soft side of crisp in texture.  Medium blue in colour which is nice and clear and even.
3 BROWN’S LYNBRO LAYLA  16  F  21.3.08
Weighty but well balanced year old girl with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with fairly good width between the ears held a bit upright so not following the outer contours of the head, medium in size and rounded at tips. Puffed whisker pads spoiling rounded look to head. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite but shallow chin. Large and well open eyes set wide apart, orange in colour.  Compact body with a short level back, low on legs and with a rounded chest. Medium boned, short boned legs and firm, rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip.  Short, dense coat with a crisp texture.  Pale to medium blue in colour which is sound to the roots and has silvery sheen to rounded areas.
4 DAY’S ALIDIX GEMIMAS LEGACY  16  F  5.2.08
Fourteen month old girl still developing. Round face shape spoilt by puffed up whisker pads but she has full cheeks good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between neat ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, small in size and rounded at tips. Heavily rounded brow and short, straight nose which shallows in depth towards tip. Level bite and very strong, firm, deep chin. Deep golden colour to large and well open eyes set wide apart.  Short neck to compact body which needs to fill out and weight up a bit more, short level back, low on legs and with rounded chest. Short, medium boned legs with large, rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip.  Coat a trifle long with some density developing but still feeling rather soft in texture. Medium blue in colour but pales slightly to roots.
EGYPTIAN MAU ADULT
1 CC & BOB ANDERSON-KEEBLE’S NEWKINGDOM AZIZA  78 30s  F  22.4.08
Elegant and deceptively weighty year old young lady looking very smart and confident but with a lovely worried expression. Slightly rounded wedge of medium length.  Profile line shows minimal gentle contour at eye line.  Uniform width down nose to gently rounded but just slightly fine muzzle for perfection. Level bite but slightly shallow chin. Ears a trifle oversized but broad at base, slightly pointed, set well back and cupped forward to follow line of head. Large, rounded almond shaped eyes, set straight under a level brow, gooseberry green colour at inner but yellow at outer edge.  Medium body, firm and well balanced.  Elegant, proportionate legs and small rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and tapering gently towards tip.  Medium length, close lying coat with good sheen to it.  Silver with of pale silver ground colour with clear black markings.  Clear facial markings with ‘M’ on forehead with frown marks, complex scarab over top of head breaking into spots along spine.  Mascara lines on cheeks. Super spotting, small and clearly defined all over shoulders and down spine and sides, broken necklaces, bars on legs with spots on lower legs.  Ringed tail with a black tip.  Lovely temperament.
2 HUNT’S GENIEMAU SUKI  78 30  F  9.7.08
Just nine months old and sill needing time to grow and develop. Slightly too rounded appearance to wedge.   Profile shows gentle contour with slight rise from bridge to forehead and down neck.  Uniform width down nose to good gently rounded muzzle. Level bite but shallow chin.  Largish ears, broad at base, slightly pointed, set well back and cupped forward to follow line of head.  Large, rounded almond shaped eyes, set straight under a level brow, light gooseberry green in colour.  Medium length body, good muscle tone, well balanced and good weight for size.  Elegant, proportionate legs and small rounded paws.  Medium length tail, thicker at base and tapering gently but spoilt by noticeable defect at tip.  Medium length, close lying coat with good sheen to it. Bronze with golden ground colour spoilt by grey overtones giving a ticked appearance. Good facial markings with ‘M’ on forehead with frown marks, complex scarab over top breaking into spots along spine.  Mascara lines on cheeks. Brown and black random spots, clearly defined, broken necklaces, bars on legs with spots on lower legs.  Ringed tail with a dark tip. 

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Mrs P Perkins

Congratulations to Alan & Linda on a friendly and well run show, my thanks for the invitation, and excellent hospitality. There were some lovely cats to handle, I really enjoyed my day.  Special thanks to John Walker for stewarding for me, his help and good humour were much appreciated.
AC NON-SELF PERSIAN CHAMPION ADULT – MALE
This was an excellent class, could easily have awarded several “grands”
GR. CH. THORPES CH. CLANDELIA PRINCE CHARMING – ( 4.4.08) Striking Cream Smoke in super show condition, wearing a full well groomed coat of a mid even cream, good mask, creamy white contrasts, full ruff.  Solid cobby build, thick short legs, strong wide head, tiny ears side set with silvery cream furnishings, broad nose, good break, fat cheeks, firm chin, rich copper eyes. Very wide flowing tail to balance – excellent temperament.
RES. BRITTLETONS LADYGEM PICASO – (24.4.07) Blue/White Bi-Colour with a lovely coat, pristine white with sound blue patches to head, wide solid blue tail, approx 75% white to colour. Compact cobby build, round head with good width between small feathered ears, large eyes of a mid orange, short nose with strong break, level bite and firm chin – laid back lad to handle.
AC PERSIAN SILVER TABBY ADULT
1ST. CC & BOB ROGERS PICKWICK TINKERBELL – 24.7.08 Pretty lass only just 9 months, a touch more filling out to do on her head.  Compact body with short sturdy legs and neat feet, round head with a pretty wide open expression, neat ears, full cheeks, nice round orange eyes. Soft coat, some tarnishing evident, clear M, eye lines and whisker spots to head, butterfly to shoulders, rings on legs and short wide tail  - gentle little lady.
PERSIAN RED SELF – KITTEN
1ST. & BOB PRIORS ZENITH RED RONDO – (15.10.08)  Nice youngster starting to go leggy in build and body, but strength to bone. Good width to top of head, ears still a touch open, well furnished, super round eyes already a rich deep orange, nose broad with ample break, firm chin.  Soft coat of a good rich red, minimal tabby to head, tail a tad long in proportion as yet – friendly promising lad.
BROWN/BLUE TABBY MAINE COON ADULT     
1st. CC & BOB WHITMARSH MASALAKAT HELPME RHONDDA – (29.6.08) Brown Tabby & White girl, nearly 10 months, already has the strength of bone and length to body, high limbs, big tufted feet. Head well developed, super ear set, very high and wide based with extra long tips, nose has gentle curve, bright oblique set to eyes, square muzzle, chin, lips and nose in line. Thick soft coat, frontal ruff,
knickerbockers, white to chest, tummy and legs, just borderline for degree of white. Rich tabby markings to head, M. whisker spots and eyes lines, rings to long flowing tail which reached just past shoulders – a lovely girl with a temperament to match.
2ND. KINGS KINGTONKS PRINCESS LEIA – (26.11.06) Blue Tabby girl with a very well marked coat, clear classic soft blue tabby markings on a warm fawn ground.
M to head carrying over to back of neck, butterfly, back lines, necklaces, ring to legs and tail. Rather bony on back, high legs, big feet with undertufts. High set ears, wide at base, well furnished and tipped, curve to nose, firm chin, oblique set to hazel eyes – super to handle.
AOC MAINE COON ADULT
BOB STIMPSONS CH. COONIVAIL FIORDILIGI – (27.7.06) Mature Red Tabby & White, solid and well made, length to body, strong high legs. Broad head with high well set ears, square muzzle, large oblique set eyes. Glossy coat showing good red tabby markings on a paler ground, white to tummy and paws, full long tail – very shy lady.
1ST. & CC. HAYNES CH. COONVIVAIL SCARLET RIBBONS – (12.5.05) Well developed Red Tabby & White, good bone, strong legs, large tufted paws and feet, long bodied.  Broad head, would like slightly more length, broad nose, concave curve, ears wide at base set high, bright hazel eyes set obliquely. Classic tabby markings of a dark red on a paler ground, M, eye lines, whisker spots, back lines, rings to long full tail. White to chest, chin and paws – well mannered lass     
NORWEGIAN FOREST NEUTER – MALE
BOB DEACONS PR.GLEDEKATT BRUNI – (17.7.06) Brown Tabby solid well made, strong legs, length to body, well padded. Triangular head with ears wide at base but fitting in well to shape of head, oblique eyes, straight profile.  Excellent coat texture, thick with ruff and full trousers, long tail, good tabby markings on a warm ground – gentle fella.
1ST. & PC CHANDLERS NORSKWOOD MONTOMERY – (22.6.08) Black youngster with length to body and good strong high legs, head a tad small in proportion as yet. Ears wide at base, settling in to shape of head, straight profile, eyes obliquely set a greenish shade, needing a little more strength to chin. Shaggy black coat needing a touch more preparation, long tail to shoulders – gentle lad.
FEMALE
1st. & PC CHANDLERS NORSKWOOD BORGHILD – (6.10.07) Silver Tabby lass, very nice triangular shape to head, ears a little small but fitting nicely in to contours of head, straight profile, eyes obliquely set a soft green.  Long and lean in build, high legs, back legs slightly higher than front, long tail to shoulders showing rings. Nice black tabby markings on a silvery ground – friendly lass.
AC PERSIAN ADULT
GR. CH. OWENS CH. BESSJET ROCAWENPRIVATEJET – Well made Black, solid cobby build, thick set legs, large feathered feet. Broad top of head with small ears, short nose with strong stop, full cheeks and strength to chin. Large eyes a warm orange in colour.  Very nice coat, good preparation, a strong shiny black, long and floating, full frill and trousers, short wide flowing tail – very gentle boy.       
2ND. ROGERS ANSTEYN SUNBURST – Super Red Self boy wearing a rich deep red coat, full ruff, short strong legs and tufted feet, short wide tail. Broad masculine head, neat ears, large orange eyes, strong chin, nose wide with good stop – quality lad, nice to handle.
3rd. BRITTLETONS CH. LADYGEM PICASO
AC PERSIAN ARISTOCRAT NEUTER
1ST. STALLINGS CH. FERARA HANDSOMELLE – Black Exotic boy, nice glossy sound black coat, thick tail with rounded end. Rounded head with neat ears, big bold copper eyes, short nose, firm chin – very shy lad.
AC PERSIAN NON-SELF NEUTER NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR
1ST. EDWARDS GR. CH. & GR. PR ANTALYA PHONIX RISING – Grand Red/White Bi-Colour boy of nearly 8 years. Super coat, soft and very full, excellent preparation. Rich deep red, white to bib, feet and minimum to face. Strong bone and substance, broad head, neat ears, big eyes still retaining a rich orange – lovely temperament on this lad.
2ND. DANIELS MOONWALKERS THEPURRMINATOR – Smoke & White Bi-Colour, good texture to coat standing away well, pristine white the smoke areas showing good contrasts, cobby build, short thick tail, rounded end. Strong head with fat cheeks, small ears, big eyes of a rich deep orange, good chin – lovely lad to handle.
3rd. WILLIAMS PR. RIASCATZ SIMPLY RED – Red/White Bi-Colour lad.
AC PERSIAN VISITORS NEUTER
1ST.  VALENTINES GR. PR. ANSTEYN LOTTIE – Red Self lady wearing a super well groomed coat, a rich sound red, bushy short red tail.  Well coupled and good bone. Broad head, neat well furnished ears, lovely deep orange eyes, strong chin.
Tail short and wide – friendly lass.  
2nd. DANIELS MOONWALKERS THEPURRMINATOR.
 3RD. EDWARDS GR. CH DELAVALE SWEETDREAMS – Pretty Cream/White Bi-Colour.
AV SEMI-LH KITTEN NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR
1ST. JONES COONFLAKES QUANTUMOFSOLACE – Red Silver Classic Tabby & White Maine Coon boy. Super long lean body, strong bone, high legs with large feet. very long well furnished tail reaching to neck.  Bright oblique set eyes, curve to broad nose, firm chin, excellent set to high wide based ears, long tips. Coat silvery red with darker red markings, white to paws & chest – a quality boy in every respect.
2ND. NEWINS LEWSHAM LITTLE STAR – Blue Tortie Colourpoint Ragdoll, very pretty girl, dilute tortie well defined on mask, ears and paws, body showing paler colours, lightening to side, bushy two colour tail. Well set ears, flat plane between, big round eyes in an oblique setting the colour deepening from centre – friendly little lady.
3RD. BAKERS ROWGARNER BLUE SHADOW – Blue Silver Tabby Norwegian boy with a good head shape.
AV. SEMI-LH VISITORS KITTEN
1ST. JOHNSONS AKDAMAR TAZ – Delightful Auburn Odd-Eyed Turkish youngster, lively and friendly. Already has well balanced head, ears set high, medium nose with a slight dip. Bright oval eyes, the colours developing well. Good bone for age, neat rounded paws. Rich auburn head markings divided by white blaze, body chalk white, no colour spots, tail rich auburn showing rings in balance – a quality lad.
2ND. BARLETTAS COONTASTIC COPOCOBANA – Tortie Classic Tabby & White Maine Coon wearing a lovely coat showing distinct red and black, the white pristine, head patched. High wide based ears, square muzzle, curve to nose, good chin.  Long two colour tail – another promising lady.
3rd. BAKERS ROWGARNOR BLUE SHADOW
EX 3RD. BEALS SONNIFACIO GENTLEMAN RUFFIN – Seal Colourpoint Ragdoll with excellent seal mask and ears.   

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Mr P Pobe

Class	189	Rapport
N°	179	Good head, nice type, good place of ears and nice color of eyes. Strong and muscular body, good tail. Good qualite of coat, good contraste of colors, good silver
Colors	18M
Award	GR
Class	189	Rapport
N°	180	Good head, good profil, good place of ears and nice color of eyes. Muscular body, little long, good tail. Good qualite of coat, only light for the constast.
Colors	18M
Award	R
Class	190	Rapport
N°	176	Good profil, good size of ears . Good color of eyes. Good body, good tail. Good qualite of coat, nice color blue, good gromming and presentation
Colors	16F
Award	GR
Class	190	Rapport
N°	185	Good profil, nice head and ears, good color of eyes Good body but small, good tail. Good qualite of coat andd color.
Colors	21F
Award	R
Class	483	Rapport
N°	436	Good color of eyes, , good head and profil. Small ears. good body and legs, texture of coat.
Colors	24b M
Award	GR
Class	430	Rapport
N°	410	good head ,good body and tail. Good color
Colors	37fn M
Award	ch bob
Class	579	Rapport
N°	83	Good type, short nose, very nice female, good body
Colors	64 31 dt F
Award	1
Class	579	Rapport
N°	97	good head, profil and ears , good coat and texture
Colors	66 31a M
Award	2
Class	581a	Rapport
N°	60	Nice Birman, good type and color, good bdy and gloves, good grooming
Colors	13c2 M
Award	1
Class	581a	Rapport
N°	96	Good type and color of eyes, big and muscle
Colors	66 31a
Award	2
Class	581b	Rapport
N°	81	Good head and profil, strong shin, very nice ears
Colors	64 31ets F
Award	1
Class	581b	Rapport
N°	58	Good head and romain nose, good color of eyes, little up ears. Body cobby, good legs and feet, good tail.. Coat is too dark
Colors	13c1 F
Award	2
Class	594	Rapport
N°	152	Good head and profil, good color of eyes. Good body. Good texture, densite of coat But caractere
Colors	64 41ds MN
Award	1
Class	594	Rapport
N°	133	Good head and profil, good color of eyes. Good body and legs. Good tail.
Colors	13c1 MN
Award	2
Class	711	Rapport
N°	404	Good head and profil, good chin and ears. Nice color chocolat, tubular body.
Colors	29 F
Award	1
Class	711	Rapport
N°	411	Good head, and profil, good ears, good body, only color of eyes yellow
Colors	37fn M
Award	2
Class	718	Rapport
N°	404	Good head and profil, good chin and ears. Nice color chocolat, tubular body.
Colors	29F
Award	1
Class	718	Rapport
N°	414	Good head and profil, good chin, and ears. Good color of eyes Good body and tail. Good texture
Colors	48 40d M
Award	2
Class	720	Rapport
N°	409	Good color chocolat, good texture, but color of eyes isn't really green.
Colors	37h F
Award	1
Class	723	Rapport
N°	421	Good ticking, and nice color of coat. Nice head, and color of eyes can be more green
Colors	45k F
Award	1
Class	723	Rapport
N°	418	Nice head, and profil not really straight, good chin, nice color of body
Colors	37 F
Award	2
Class	728	Rapport
N°	420	Nice head, good type and color of eyes. Good body and tail, nice color of coat
Colors	37j F
Award	1
Class	728	Rapport
N°	423	Nice head, good profil and color of eyes. Good ears. Good coat texture and densite, nice presence of silver
Colors	62 43s FN
Award	2
Class	732	Rapport
N°	433	Good head, good place of ears, good form, size and color of eyes. Good balance of body
Colors	37r MN
Award	1
Class	732	Rapport
N°	427	Good head, little up ears, good form, size and color of eyes. Good balance of body but heavy, good color
Colors	37a MN
Award	2

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Mrs S Rainbow-Ockwell

Many thanks to Alan & Linda for my invite to judge. John Blore kindly stewarded for me & we had some lovely cats. Many thanks for all your help John.

Persian Bi-Colour Adult Male; BOB BRITTLETON’S CH LADYGEM PICASO.
1 CC CARTER’S DAYZEE BEMYGUEST (12a5, 21/4/08). Red & White lad with lovely balance. Super top of head with neat ears. Bold, deep copper eyes of excellent size & shape. Very short broad nose. Excellent width to cheeks. Level bite & firm chin. Coat well prepared & of good length, just slightly harsh in texture on his back today. White inverted ‘V’ to face with white legs & underneath. Some mid red patches to legs. White to back with mid red patches. Mid red to tail. Well grown with cobby body & strong legs. Short full tail. 2 COOK’S CH NYKLANI LORENZO MEDICIE (12a1, 28/2/07). Huge Black & White lad of good balanced type. Good width to head with neat ears. Mid orange eyes of good size & shape. Very short broad nose. Full cheeks & firm chin. Bite fractionally undershot. Coat of good length, but needing rather more preparation underneath. Almost jet black to head, back & tail. White inverted ‘V’ to face & white underneath & to paws. Very well grown. Short full tail.

AC Colourpointed or Mitted Ragdoll Adult Male; 1 CC BOB HAMILTON’S CH ADATELO PURRBLUEBUBBLE (66a, 2/4/08). Lovely young Blue Colourpointed lad with real show presence & a super temperament. Good flat plane to head with medium ears held well. Deep blue eyes of excellent size & shape. Medium nose with good dip in profile. Excellent width to cheeks. Level bite. Good chin. Coat expertly prepared & of good length. Clear to body & mid blue to all points. Very well grown lad with good body shape. Well furnished tail of good length. Smashing lad who I’m sure will go far. 2 ADAMS’ SILKIESTAR RAGADEE PRINCE (66a, 5/5/08). Sweet Blue Colourpointed lad, just looking a bit adolescent at present. Flat plane to head – could be a touch broader. Ears of good size but held a touch high at present. Mid blue eyes of good shape & fairly good size. Nose showing slight dip in profile. Fair width to cheeks. Level bite. Fairly good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Fractionally shady to body. Pale blue to all points. Very well grown. Well furnished tail of good length.

AC Colourpointed or Mitted Ragdoll Adult Female; 1 CC HAINSWORTH’S LITTLERAGS TOTALLY DEVINE (66a, 27/5/08). Sweet Blue Colourpointed girl of good type. Good flat plane to head. Ears just need to drop a touch as she matures. Deep blue eyes of excellent size & shape. Nose showing good dip in profile. Fairly good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat quite well prepared and of good length. Almost clear to body & pale blue to all points. Very well grown with good body shape. Bushy tail of good length. 2 ADAMS’ FARISLE DRAGONFLY (66a, 5/7/06). Sweet Blue Colourpointed girl of quite pleasing type. Flat plane to head – could be a touch broader. Ears fairly well set, but looking a touch large at present. Pale blue eyes of fairly good size & shape. Medium nose with good dip. Fair width to cheeks. Level bite & fairly good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Fractionally shady to body. Mid blue to all points. Very well grown with strong body of good shape. Well furnished tail of good length. 3 HAMILTON’S CH XELALUV PARSHA (66, 25/4/07). Seal Colourpointed girl of fairly good type. Good flat plane to head with medium ears held well. Mid blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose of good length showing dip, just slightly roman. Fair width to cheeks. Level bite and good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Slightly shady to body. Dark seal to all points. Only fairly well grown. Tail of good length, well furnished. 4 LEAPAR’S FARISLE FAUSTINA (666a, 15/5/08). Blue Colourpointed girl who’s looking rather unbalanced at present. Ears held rather tall & looking large and open at present. Pale blue eyes which are rather round and bold. Nose showing dip. Lacking with to cheeks today. Level bite. Fairly good chin. Coat of good length & well prepared. Fractionally shady to body. Pale blue to all points. Fairly well grown. Medium tail, well furnished. 5 DUNSTALL’S ELANESSE CINNAMON SPICE (66, 15/2/08). Seal Colourpointed girl of fair type. Good flat plane to head – ears of good size, just held a little tall & looking a touch open. Mid blue eyes of good shape – I would prefer them to be larger for better expression. Nose rather straight in profile. Lacking width to cheeks at present. Level bite. Fairly good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Slightly shady to body today. Dark seal to all points. Rather light in bone – lacking substance today. Tail of good length, well furnished.

AC Birman Premier Neuter Male; A really lovely class with some super boys.
GPC GROVES’ GR PR SPELLSINGER MOON BALLAD (13c2, 3/5/02). Very well balanced Blue Point lad of excellent type. Good width to head with medium ears held well. Mid blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose showing good dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite. Good chin. Coat of good length & well prepared. Just slightly shady to body. Mid blue to all points. Well matched gloves & socks. Matching tapered gauntlets. Very well grown. Medium tail, well furnished. RGPC ENSOR’S PR KITAH ODYSSEUS (13c5, 25/10/07). Nicely balanced Red point lad of good type. Good width to head with medium ears set well. Deepest blue eyes of good size & shape. Medium nose with good dip. Good width to cheeks. Level bite. Good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Just slight shading to body. Mid red to all points. Matching gloves & socks. Gauntlets long & well tapered. Very well grown. Tail of good length, well furnished.

AC Birman Premier Neuter Female; GPC WOOD’S PR RIVANNA FIORELLA (13c11, 11/12/07). Very pretty Seal Tabbypoint girl of lovely balanced type. Good width to head with medium ears set well. Deep blue eyes of excellent size & shape. Medium nose with good dip in profile. Excellent width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat of good length & well prepared. Fractionally shady to body. Excellent deep seal tabby markings to all points. Gloves slightly mismatched, with the left glove dipping slightly. Good socks. Matching tapered gauntlets. Very well grown. Medium tail, well furnished. RGPC Withheld. 2 BELL’S GR PR ARCADY MOPSA (13c13, 1/5/00). Sweet Chocolate Tabbypoint girl of good type. Good width to head & medium ears set well. Pale blue eyes which were a little dirty today. She was very reluctant to open them & the haws were up. The Duty Vet was happy that she was not unwell, but this definitely detracted from her appearance today. Nose showing dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite. Good chin. Coat of excellent length & texture, very well prepared & showing a clear body colour. Mid chocolate tabby markings to points, just slightly paler to mask. Well matched gloves & socks. Matching tapered gauntlets. Very well grown with good body shape. Medium tail, well furnished. I was sorry to withhold, but she just wasn’t looking the part for a Grand today. I look forward to seeing her again when she’s back on form.

Chocolate or Lilac Point Birman Neuter Male; 1 PC OSLAVIO’S ROSINELLA FIGARO (13c3, 8/5/08). Promising Chocolate point lad of good type. Fairly good width to head – ears of good size, just needing to drop a little. Excellent deep blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose showing dip, just slightly roman. Fairly good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Excellent coat which was clear & beautifully presented for show. Dark chocolate to ears & mask, slightly paler to legs & tail. Mask still needing to fill out a touch. Matching gloves & socks. Well tapered gauntlets. Very well grown with good body shape. Medium tail, well furnished.

Chocolate or Lilac Point Birman Neuter Female; 1 PC BOB PRICE’S SUCETTE NOTTHE LASTROLO (13c3, 28/5/05). Attractive Chocolate point girl of mature balanced type. Good width to head with medium ears held well. Deep blue eyes of good size & shape. Medium nose with good dip. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat of good length & expertly prepared. Clear to body & mid chocolate to all points. Well matched gloves & socks. Matching tapered gauntlets. Well grown with good body shape. Medium tail, well furnished.

Persian Aristocrat Adult; 1 STEWART’S BARLEYFIELDS RIVER DANCE. Attractive Orange-Eyed White Exotic lad of good type. Good width to head, ears set well but just a bit large & open at present. Mid orange eyes of good size & shape. Very short broad nose. Good width to cheeks. Bite slightly undershot. Firm chin. Coat well prepared & standing out well from his body. Clear pristine white throughout. Body well grown & fairly cobby in shape. Strong legs with good rounded paws. Short tail to balance.

Persian Limit Adult; HOWARD’S FALABELLA MERCIE. Pretty Tortie girl of good type. Good top of head with neat ears. Deep orange eyes of good size & shape. Very short broad nose. Full cheeks & firm chin. Bite fractionally undershot. Full coat which was expertly prepared. Good rich shades of red well patched against jet black. Very cobby body. Short full tail.

AC Persian Kitten; 1 WEATHERLEY’S PICWICK HAPPYTHOUGHTS. A real doll of a little Blue Cream. Super balanced type with good width to head & neat ears. Mid orange eyes of good shape & fairly good size. Very short broad nose. Full cheeks & firm chin. Bite almost level. Coat full & expertly prepared. Mid cream & slightly dark blue. Some patching evident to back & legs. Very cobby body. Short full tail. I hope her coat pales a little as she grows as her type is lovely! 2 PRIOR’S ZENITH RED RONDO. Red lad of good type. Good width to head – ears of good size, just needing to close & settle a touch. Deep copper eyes of good size & shape. Very short broad nose. Fairly good width to cheeks. Bite fractionally undershot. Good chin. Coat a bit fly-away at present & needing a little more preparation underneath. Rich red, but showing tabby markings to head, legs & tail – hopefully these will clear as he matures. Fairly cobby body. Short full tail. 3 WALKER’S TINABEE WHITE DOVE.

AC Persian Radius Kitten; 1 EDIKER’S PICKWICK SASSY LADY. Lovely Orange-eyed white girl of super type. Excellent top of head with neat ears. Deep copper eyes of excellent size & shape. Very short broad nose. Excellent width to cheeks. Bite almost level. Firm chin. Very full coat of pristine white which was groomed to the last hair. Very well grown cobby body. Short full tail. Delightful kitten. 2 BROWN’S ACRESWAY GUCCI. Pretty Lilac Colourpoint Exotic girl of good type. Good width to head – ears of good size, just needing to close & settle a touch. Pale blue eyes of good size & shape. Very short broad nose. Cheeks just need to develop a little as she matures. Level bite & firm chin. Clear pale bluish white coat of excellent texture, standing out very well from her body. Mid lilac to points, just slightly paler to her whisker pads at present. Very well grown girl with excellent cobby shape. Strong legs with good rounded paws. Short tail to balance. A lovely girl who was very unlucky to meet the winner today.

AC Persian Self Non-Breeders Neuter; 1 VALENTINE’S GR PR ANSTEYN LOTTIE. Very pretty Red girl of excellent type. Very broad top of head with neat ears. Deep copper eyes of good size & shape. Very short broad nose. Good cheeks & firm chin. Level bite. Full coat which was fairly well prepared – just needing a little more attention underneath. Rich red & almost sound. Cobby body. Short full tail. 2 STALLINGS’ CH FERARA HANSOMELLE. Black Exotic lad of super type. Excellent width to head. Ears well set and of good size, just needing to close a touch. Huge bold eyes of deep copper & good shape. Very short broad nose. Fairly good width to cheeks. Level bite & firm chin. Coat standing out fairly well from body, just a little flat on his back. He is moulting quite heavily at present. Jet black & almost sound. Cobby body that is well grown. Strong legs with good rounded paws. Short tail to balance.

AC Persian Maiden Neuter; 1 TONKS’ GR CH ZENDIQUE ATZAR ISBORN. Lovely Blue Spotted Tabby Exotic lad of super balanced type. Excellent width to top of head with neat ears that are well set. Bold copper eyes of excellent size & shape. Very short broad nose. Full cheeks & firm chin. Level bite. Super coat which stands out really well from his body. Very well prepared – just moulting slightly at present. Pale biscuit ground colour with mid blue markings. Clear ‘M’ to forehead & spectacles to eyes with tracings back to ears. Spotted whisker pads. Bars to legs & well ringed tail. Spots to tummy. Slightly solid on his back today. Showing lots of elongated spots to his flanks. Very cobby body. Short tail to balance. A smashing lad with super presence.

AC Persian Junior Neuter; 1 DRONSFIELD & COPE’S PR CONFETICAT JIVE TALKING. Red Colourpoint boy of good type. Good top of head with neat ears. Decidedly blue eyes of good size & shape. Very short broad nose. Full cheeks & firm chin. Level bite. Coat past its best & looking just a bit sparse today, but what he had was well prepared. Slightly shady to body & mid red to all points. Fairly cobby body. Short full tail.

AV Semi-LH Breeders Kitten; ENSOR’S KITTAH ARTEMIS. Seal Tortie Birman girl of excellent type. Good width to head with medium ears held well. Deep blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose showing slight dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat of excellent length & very well prepared. Clear to body & good shades of red to all points. Deep seal to points –only just a trace of seal to legs at present. Well matched gloves & socks. Matching tapered gantlets. Very well grown body of good shape. Medium tail, well furnished. 2 JOHNSON’S AKDAMAR TAZI. Nicely balanced Odd-Eyed Turkish lad of good type. Good head with ears of good size held well. Pale green & pale blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose showing good dip. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Lovely coat which was very well prepared. Pristine chalky white to body & head. Deep amber patches to head with white between, just slightly smaller to the left side. Amber tail, showing slight rings. Well grown body of good length. Nicely furnished tail to balance. Very promising boy. 3 CHAMBERS’ IKTOMI AMAZING GRACE.

AV Semi-LH Novice Neuter; 1 MCQUILKIN’S NORACOON GOEGEOUS GEORGE. Young Red Silver Tabby Maine Coon lad of super balanced type. Good width to head with ears of good size, held well & showing good tufts. Amber eyes of good size & shape. Nose of good length showing gentle curve in profile. Good width to muzzle. Level bite & good chin. Excellent coat of good length which was very well prepared. Deep red tabby markings to head, legs & tail, slightly solid to his back at present. Good silver frill & ear tufts with silvery white undercoat. Excellent body of good length & very well grown. Long tail, well furnished. An impressive lad with a lovely temperament – congratulations on his well deserved BIS win.

AV Semi-LH Visitors Neuter; 1 TURNER’S PR MAJANCO INDIGO GEM. Large Blue Tabby Maine Coon lad of good type. Good width to head with ears of good size held well. Green eyes of good size & shape. Nose rather straight in profile. Good width to muzzle. Level bite. Chin could be a fraction stronger. Coat of good length & well prepared. Mid blue tabby markings against a pale biscuit ground colour. Good ‘M’ to forehead & spectacles to eyes. Clear butterfly to back & oysters to flanks. Slightly solid to back at present. Good rings to legs & tail. Very well grown body of good shape. Long, well furnished tail to balance.
2 DEACON’S PR GLEDEKATT BRUNI. Brown Tabby Norwegian Forest lad of fairly good type. Quite good triangular head shape. Ears of good size held well. Green eyes of good size & shape. Profile almost straight. Level bite & good chin. Coat showing good double coat. Warm ground colour & good tabby markings. Body rather solid & not as long as I would like to see. Tail could be longer, but is well furnished.

AC Burmese Non-Breeders Kitten; 1 WILLMONT’S PENWYNKATZ SUNDAE SURPRISE . Sweet Brown Tortie girl just looking a little unbalanced at present, but at that awkward teenage stage. Gently rounded head. Ears rather large & set a touch wide at present. Mid chartreuse eyes of quite good shape – I would prefer them to be slightly larger. Nose showing only slight dip & has a slight roll-off at tip. Fair width to cheeks. Level bite. Fair depth to muzzle. Chin could be fractionally stronger. Coat of excellent satin texture & close lying. Deep seal & shades of red well intermingled throughout. Deeper shades of red to her head. Body well grown & muscular with good shape. Slender legs with good oval paws. Tail well tapered – could be a touch longer for balance.

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Many thanks for the invite and hospitality to judge here at my favourite venue. Thanks also to Pat  for her Company and care of our charges.
P.S. The PicknMix took me back a zillion years to my childhood!
Special mention for my choice of BOV Oriental, an OLH Kitten  – Holder’s Mylynn Magnifique who then went to the top of the tree by becoming Overall Best In Show. Congratulations – aptly named!

1 + IGC   MULLEN’S GR CH JOHPAS RED RUUDI (32a) 6/10/05 Macho red chap who has a strong even wedge with minimal pinch, good topline with large open based ears, straight profile, chin rounds slightly but bite is level, oriental vivid blue eyes, good length of neck and strong muscled body, tail is short and a little heavy – shows signs of treated stud tail – long legs. Pleasing bright red/gold points – even has stockings evident, off white coat showing tonal shading with a few ghost bars and spots to sides, coat long and open in his excitement, touch dry to back. Had a severe hissy fit when we returned him to his Pen – however I was pleased to see later in the day he was quite composed.

1 (CC and BOB w/h) SHARP-POPPLE’S  DENSON LOUISIANA 31/8/07 Rather fine and dainty lady with a long wedge with pronounced pinch, ears of good size but requiring more width between and she tends to bonnet them, small depression evident, almost straight profile, eyes full in shape but of a lovely green, bright and expressive, good chin and bite, fine body and long whip with dainty legs. Warm but patchy and unsound coat of an excellent texture.

1 (CC and BOB w/h) SAXON’S  CH TIJANMEEK MERCEDES 19/4/07 A nice solid girl of reasonably good type with a medium wedge rather square to muzzle line, ears of good size and setm eyes of a good shape and depth of green but showing a permanent squint to both eyes, bump to nose on profile, firm chin, bite marginally undershot, quite a pronounced bump to back of skull, firm well nourished body and balancing whip tail. Very dark blue coat – this not sound- her coat qualities were super though.

1 IC and BOB  SMITH’S  FIROUSI FORYOUREYESONLY (48 40 d) 29/4/07
A small and stocky red colour point chap whose type overall was good with a short strong wedge and well set ears although ideally these could be larger, oriental eye shape– rather pale blue in colour – small pinch, almost straight profile, chin could have a little more depth and strength although bite ok, strong little body compact and muscled, tail rather heavy – there was quite an area of greasy stud tail which required attention and this combined with the fact that he also had chin acne almost cost him his certificate. Difficult I know to keep on top of with young adolescent lads and in partic with red and cream series in whatever guise but it needs attending to.I think he has a much higher than minimal third of white but with this colour it is hard to tell until completely coloured up, his red rather a flat tone but prob due to ‘and white’ gene.White showing to mask and around muzzle , up legs and under belly area.Coat very dry to the feel – probably once again hormonal.

I regret I could make ‘no award’ per SOP to the only entry in this Class CLAY’S METEXA  MARQUESA (37h) as she had a very evident white spot in her ‘bikini’ area – this confirmed by a Senior Judge of the Breed.
Her type was good with a long wedge  - quite a pinch evident though, ears of good size – just tending to bonnet them, eyes of good shape but of a slightly yellow/green tone, small dip to profile, chin rounds off slightly but bite is ok.Long and elegant bodyline and balancing whip tail. She does have a very pleasing rich red hue to her coat intermingled to warm base chocolate tone, her coat short and sleek.
 

I regret I could make ‘no award’ per SOP to the only entry in this Class CLAY’S METEXA  MARQUESA (37h) as she had a very evident white spot in her ‘bikini’ area – this confirmed by a Senior Judge of the Breed.

The first 3 kittens in this Class were of the highest quality.
1 HOLDER’S MYLYNN MAGNIFIQUE (62 18 )M 5/9/08 He truly is magnificent in build, type and temperament. Leonine head with firm straight profile with wide jug handle ears and perpendicular jaw line, minimal pinch, oriental deep green eyes with a trusting gentle expression, long neck and body  - this firmly proportioned and length of tail to balance, churlish to mention the rather heavy legs and paws I know but hey ho……the coat of a superb texture , silky and fine and developing length already, silver pushes well up the hair shaft which does distort the tabby pattern somewhat however the spine line is breaking, his facial tracing are beautifully etched, black solid tip to tail with tail rings evident, pattern to side is uniform and the legs show bars and a few spots
2 MAISH’S  CHIKUAI CALYPSO  (37h) 23/10/08 Really rich warm ori choc tortie – I did think cinnamon from outside the pen but her nose leather and paw pads appear more pinkish brown rather than pink or cinnamon. Long strong even wedge with wide topline and minimal pinch , straight profile, oriental bright green eyes with good depth to chin and level bite, long neck and feminine body line , fine whip tail, stands tall on elegant legs and neat paws. Rich warm chocolate well broken with bright red tones, her coat and close fitting. Unlucky to meet Mr Magnificent !
3 WILDON’S SUNJADE SILKMOTH (45K) F 15/10/08 First time ever I have placed this lady down the order, which is testament to the quality of the Class.

1 WEAVER’S PR SUNJADE SKIPPER  (37K) MN 27/10/07  A cinnamon lad of lovely type – a bit of a grouch though which is a shame. Strong wedge with well set ears  which ideally need to be more open  to the base, and firm depth to chin, eyes a touch straight in set of bright green tone, straight strong profile with good depth of chin, tiny pinch, level bite, long well nourished body with balancing tail just a heavy. Warm rich coat tone –some ghost barring to legs evident. Short well prepared close coat.
2 LOWELL’S  PR SUSPIRIA WILLIAM BECKFORD  (37K) MN 21/4/07 A large cinnamon lad with a strong medium wedge , quite a pinch evident,  large ears that need a touch more width between, straight profile, eyes of good shape when relaxed back in pen and of bright green tone, good chin and bite, long very substantial body and quite heavy legs, tail needs another 1” or 2” and is rather heavy.Rather patchy unsound coat and had obviously been prepared with a substance that left a rather ‘glittery;’ effect!
3 WILLIAMS& MARSH PATCHESTY IGGLEPIGGLE (41n) MN 8/6/08

AC SIAMESE BREEDERS KITTEN
1 COWLING’S  ANDALYN CHARISMA  (32/1) F 18/10/08  A very worried seal tabby miss but I liked her type and style. Short wedge just a little fine to muzzle with small kitten pinch, lovely wide based ears set with good width between, her eyes were very full in fear until she returned to her pen – they appeared of a good depth of blue but her pupils were dilated in her anxiety, straight profile and firm chin albeit a little narrow, level bite, short firm body and long fine whip tail, slender legs, warm dark points and her pattern well defined with pressed thumbprints and ribbons, whisker spots, broken leg bracelets, tail well ringed for ¾ of length, coat short and close fitting – just a touch too white in tone as yet.
2 w/h
3 ROSS’  WILLOWSILK STAR LEO (61nt) M 22/9/08 I withheld 2nd in this important Class as this caramel tabby Balinese lad lacks Siamese type and has a permanent fixed squint to both eyes and I hope he is not destined for use as a stud! Short wedge with square muzzle, ears small in size , set close and as a result held upright, eyes full in shape, pale in colour and with a squint, dip to profile, level bite, long body and length of tail, heavy legs and paws. Points appear more of a dark blue hue at present however his coat colour is muddy in tone, lacking in thumbprints, facial tracings quite well etched, tail has a couple of ghost rings evident, broken and smudged leg bracelets, coat is of a good texture and pleasing length with a good plume evident.

AC SIAMESE/BALINESE DEBUTANTE KITTEN
1 COWLING’S  ANDALYN CHARISMA  (32/1) F 18/10/08 
2 GODDARD’S DEBIKAT MARMALADY (32/3) F 24/12/08  Choc tabby miss of good type however her ears only just fit her at present and I feel in a couple of months she will have grown thru them. Lovely roman profile to her neat wedge, small pinch, eyes a touch straight but of good depth of blue, firm chin and level bite, short plump little body with fine whip. Points rather cold in tone, faint thumbprints, lacking facial tracings as yet and bracelets, tail shows rings for half of length, body of a dark ivory and her coat was a little long and very dry to the feel.
3 STEWART’S JOMESE JOYTOTHEWORLD (32/3)F 6/11/08 I was convinced this was the wrong dob for this kitten and sent Pat to check. It was correct so I can only presume she had something during her time that stopped her growth for a period. Shame as she has nice type – lets hope she catches up.

AC VISITORS KITTEN
1 HARRIS’  SHERMESE PEGASUS (32/1) MN  10/9/08  Seal tabby lad of good type. Long wedge just a little too sharp to muzzle line at present, ears reasonably large in size, need a little more width between to balance the lines, eyes of good shape, set and colour, almost straight profile, chin could have a little more depth, bite ok, long neck and body – firm feel to it – very long fine whip tail. Points rather cold toned , ticked base and therefore the pattern lacked a little in clarity obviously as a result. Coat a touch long and dry.
I made no other award in this class – I was particularly concerned by the condition and size of Exhibit no 454 a red point male kitten who was nearly Adult and lacked any weight and substance and indeed was already suffering from severe chin acne.

AC SIAMESE/BALINESE NEUTER
1 CROWLEY/LAMBERT  JOHPAS RAFAEL  (32fn) MN 7/11/07  Lovely apricot lad of good growth with roman profile, ears large and well set, oriental bright blue eyes, chin ebbs away and his bite fractionally over, long neck  - he uses well – long well toned muscular body and balancing whip tail, long legs. Points of good tone – hot and dusky with a real glow to the body evident – coat fits like a glove.

AC SIAMESE/BALINESE DEBUTANTE NEUTER
1 FREEMAN’S  CH KRISTIKATS SERAPHINA (24c) FN 9/12/06  A substantial lady of good type. Strong wedge with large ears she tends to bonnet at times, eyes of good shape, set and colour, tiny dip to profile, good chin and clean level bite, long neck and body – this comfortably padded! – tail rather short. Points of good pinky grey tone – a little darker to tail, this shows typical ghost ringing. Warm magnolia coat – virtually unshaded and coat well prepared.

AC SIAMESE/BALINESE LIMIT NEUTER
1 BOND’S  JOHPAS RED BREEZER (32A) 6/10/05  A rather grumpy pants this red lad – but we were able to handle and assess him. Medium wedge,slighly long in forehead in profile, ears of good size needing a little more width between them, tiny bump to nose, eyes of good shape a touch straight in set, good depth of blue to them, god chin and bite.Long body and whip tail that balances, stands tall on elegant legs. Pleasing brightness to the points – quite well matched, some tonal shading, coat of very good texture just a little long and open.
2 WEAVER’S  BRYTHAIS BLUE TOPAZ (24a)MN 28/5/08 Still looking immature and a touch ‘girly’ and I must admit I feel he is blue based caramel and would probably have a better show career if reregistered as such! Medium wedge with small pinch, ears of good size – held a little too high, small rise over brow in profile, eyes of good shape and set and vivid blue, chin a touch shallow but bite level. Body short and needing to lengthen out, tail good whip just needs another inch. Points very dark slate toned and heavily shaded – the points starting to develop a brown overtone to them.

AC SIAMESE/BALINESE JUNIOR NEUTER
1 CROWLEY/LAMBERT  JOHPAS RAFAEL  (32fn) MN 7/11/07 
2 PEREIRA’S   YELOPERYL  SOLSTICE MOONBEAM (32fn) MN 11/11/07 Long wedge with pronounced pinch, ears of a good size but needing more width between to balance the lines, eyes of good shape but the colour needs more depth, almost straight profile, chin and bite ok, long neck and body, tail of good length  - little bump near tip. His points are rather mismatched being of a very good apricot hot hue to hocks and tail, the ears , mask and front legs being softer in tone and more inclined to a dark cream at present, Coat also of a warm white and at present lacks the ‘glowing’ hot look of an apricot. Coat well prepared.

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Open Classes

Devon Rex Adult Female

1CC & BOB Read’s KIMDALE IT HADTOBEYOU [33a36] DOB16/04/04. Very pleasing expression. Lovely profile with good stop. Chin very slightly receding. Bite appears to be level. Good fullness of cheeks. Large low set ears nicely flared at the base. Wide set full almond  shaped eyes yellow in colour. Lithe muscular body. Long fine tail. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws. Fine soft short coat with fairly neat waves but rather straight along the spine. Lovely temperament.

2nd Brimsden’s MICAJAS ANUKIS PURRANZA [33a 36e]DOB 16/03/07.Excellent overall type. Excellent typical expression Lovely fullness of cheek. Very good profile with good stop. Chin very slightly receding. Bite a little undershot. Large wide and low set ears nicely flared at the base. Wide set full almond shaped eyes. Firm slender body. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws. Long fine tail. Soft short fine coat with loose waves. Super temperament

3rd Warrener’s  REXIRU DEVONWEARS PRADA [33a36] DOB 20/11/06 Lovely typical expression. Good fullness of cheeks  In profile Flat top of head rounded brow., fair stop. Nose  just a fraction to long. Chin could do with a little more depth. Bite appeared to be level although she had no little top teeth. Large low set ears nicely flared at the base. Wide set eyes of good shape. Firm slender body. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws. Long fine tail. Coat fine and soft very short on the back neat waves on her sides. Lovely temperament.

Sphynx Kitten Assessment

M Adrian-Groves AMAROGUE SAFARI [84 31] DOB 21/09/08 F Lovely overall type and in very good condition. Lovely typical expression. Moderate wedge slight stop at bridge of nose . Could have just a little more fullness of cheek.. Level chin but could have just a little more depth. Even bite. Large well set ears nicely flared at the base. Slender neck. Wide set large lemon shaped pale yellow eyes. Lithe muscular body. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws standing up on her paw pads. Long fine tail. Black and white markings and black nose. Sweet little girl mature for her age and well grown with a built in ever ready purr.

M  Hamilton’s ADNIOSH THE PHAT GOBLIN.[84 31dt] DOB 13/10/08.M Lovely over all type and in very good condition. Slightly narrow in the muzzle at present. Needs just a little more fullness of cheek. Slight stop at bridge of nose. Very large well set ears nicely flared at the base. Firm chin and even bite. Large wide set lemon shaped yellow eyes. Slender neck. Firm slender body. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws standing upright on her paw pads. Long fine tail. Good red tabby markings with just a little bit of white. Excellent temperament Super little chap well grown and mature for his age A little friendly purr machine.

M  Hamilton’s TALLTREES AMADAHY [84 31t] DOB 14/10/08 F  Excellent condition. Very good type. Lovely typical expression. Slight stop at the bridge of her nose. Lovely prominent whisker pads. Full cheeks. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Even bite. Very large well set ears nicely flared at the base. Large wide set lemon shaped chartreuse eyes. Slender neck. Slender muscular body. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws. Stands upright on her toes. Long fine tail Lovely tabby markings on her face legs and tail. Excellent friendly temperament. Mature and well grown for her age. Another little purr machine.

Devon Rex Neuter Female Neuter

1 CC & BOB Delveno & Macro’s CRISPUS SEMOLINA SILKPAWS. [33a40 13] DOB 04/10/03. Super typical expression. Good profile with fair stop Firm chin and level bite. Lovely full cheeks. Large low set ears nicely flared at the base and with little tufts at the tips. Wide set full almond shaped china blue eyes. Slender neck. Muscular slender body. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws. Long fine tail. Short fine soft coat with even neat waves. Lacking in coat at her neck. Lovely temperament.

2nd Dean’s CLANCLINTON CLISTMAS CAROL  [33a 36] DOB 01/04/01.  Lovely expression. Good profile with fair stop. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Large low set ears nicely flared at the base.. Wide set pale yellow eyes appeared a little full in shape. Lovely full cheeks. Firm slender body. Long slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tail of a length to balance just a little thick at the base. Soft fine coat with neat waves could be perhaps just a fraction shorter. Rather timid today but handled well.

Blue Burmese Adult Male
1CC Macoy’s  OYIBO MACOYS BLUETT DOB 14/04/08 Pleasing expression. Good profile with adequate nose break. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Medium sized wide set ears of good shape . Wide set eyes of  good shape but could do with being just a little larger. Tapering tail just a fraction short to balance. Fine sleek clear coat of a darker blue with fair silvering. A large substantial chap with a lovely temperament.

Blue Burmese Adult Female

BOB Bridges’ GR CH ARTRO BLUE DIAMOND DOB 21/08/04  Excellent expression. Gently rounded contours. Lovely profile with good nose break . Lovely firm chin could do with just a fraction more depth for perfection. Medium sized wide set ears nicely rounded at the tips. Very expressive wide set eyes of correct shape with lower lid slightly more full than the upper lid. Slender neck. Firm muscular body. Slender limbs with neat oval paws, Tapering tail of a length to balance. Fabulous clear short fine close lying coat of a medium blue with good silvering. A beautiful cat in excellent condition.

1CC Robinson’s CH ROSSIKHAN VELVETMISS DOB 05/04.07 Unlucky to meet the above. Lovely typical expression. Very good profile and nose break. Very expressive large wide set pale yellow eyes of correct shape. Medium sized wide set ears nicely rounded at the tips. Ears tilting forward slightly Gently rounded top to head. Firm chin nicely rounded muzzle. Firm slender body. Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tapering tail just a fraction short to balance. Beautiful short fine sleek clear coat of a medium blue with fair silvering. A lovely girl in excellent condition with a very good temperament.

2nd Fryer’s ELMYRA LADY JANE-GREY DOB 03/01/05  Very pleasing Burmese expression. Good profile and nose break. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Nicely rounded muzzle Medium sized wide set ears nicely rounded at the tips. Gently rounded top to head.  Very expressive deep yellow eyes of correct shape and set. Firm slender body. Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tapering tail of a length to balance. Clear short sleek fine coat of a medium blue has a slightly fawn tinge to it at the moment Superb temperament

Lilac Burmese Adult Male

BOB Moore’s GR CH ANOHKI BOY GEORGE  DOB 06/03/07  This chap is just so full of ‘presence’ Excellent Burmese expression. Lovely profile with good nose break. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Nicely rounded muzzle. Well jowled. Very expressive yellow eyes of correct shape and set. Medium sized wide set ears of correct shape. Ears tilt forward slightly. Firm muscular body.  Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tail of length to balance. Fabulous sleek short close lying fine coat of a pinky lilac. Super chap with a super temperament.
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1CCJenner- Pescador’s  MACOYS PESCADORABLE HENRI. DOB 27/06/08 Very mature young boy. Lovely typical expression. Good profile and nose break. Level chin but could do with just a little more depth. Wide set medium sized ears Gently rounded top to head. Very expressive yellow eyes of correct shape and set. Firm muscular body  Slender limbs with  neat oval paws. Tail of a length to balance Lovely short clear sleek coat pinky lilac in  colour. Well grown and of good weight.

2nd  Pallister’s  UK CH CHATHERA COOLCOLOMBO  DOB 15/07/03  Pleasing expression. Good profile and nose break. Firm chin. Appears to have even bite but front teeth rather untidy. Very slight muzzle pinch. Medium sized wide set ears of good shape. Very expressive yellow eyes of correct shape and set. Firm muscular body a little rangy at present Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tail of a length to balance. Very good temperament.

Lilac Burmese Female

1CC Tarbuck’s  CH MOLYROSSI STARBUCK DOB 18/09/07 Excellent Burmese expression with gently rounded contours. Very good profile and nose break. Very expressive large lustrous yellow eyes of correct shape and set. Medium sized wide set ears nicely rounded at the tips. Lithe muscular body Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Long tapering tail. Fabulous pinky lilac short fine clear close lying coat Lovely temperament.

2nd Moore’s  DULCAMARA PETRONELLA  DOB 04/07/08  Very pleasing expression. Good profile and nose break. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Nicely rounded muzzle. Large wide set ears of good shape tilting slightly forward. Very expressive large and lustrous yellow eyes of correct shape and set. Tail of a length to balance. Fabulous pinky lilac short fine clear coat which is very close lying. Super temperament

Red Burmese Kitten Male

1st & BOB Jeffery’s ISSAMEE KATSPELL SUPANOVA DOB  25/08/08  Lovely typical expression. Very good profile and nose break. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Nicely rounded muzzle. Ears wide set and of good shape. Wide set lustrous deep yellow eyes of good shape. Firm muscular body. Slender limbs neat oval paws. Tapering tail of a length to balance with the tiniest pip at the tip. Beautiful short fine sleek coat of a lovely bright tangerine red. Very small knee smudges. Well grown weighty mature boy with a lovely temperament.

2nd  Kempe’s OAKENSHIELD FORTISSIMO DOB 14/12/08 Pleasing expression. Good profile and nose break. Firm chin. Nicely rounded muzzle. Wide set lustrous yellow eyes of good shape. Wide set ears of good shape. Firm muscular body. Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tail of a length to balance. Short fine sleek clear coat of a very pale red. A lovely chap with a super temperament.

Red Burmese Kitten Female

1st Kempe’s OAKENSHIELD LOVESONG DOB 14/12/08  Very pleasing expression. Good profile with adequate nose break. Firm chin but could do with just a little more depth. Nicely rounded muzzle. Very expressive wide set pale yellow eyes of correct shape. Wide set ears of good shape and nicely rounded at the tips. Lithe muscular body. Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tail of a length to balance. Short fine clear close lying coat of a very pale red. Lovely temperament.

Blue Burmese Neuter

BOB only Weale’s  GR PR ROSSIKHAN BLUESANTWOS  DOB 19/03/05 Lovely typical expression. Very good profile and nose break. Level chin but could do with just a little more depth. Nicely rounded muzzle. Large lustrous chartreuse wide set eyes of correct shape. Large wide set ears forward tilting slightly nicely rounded at the tips Muscular slender body. Slender limbs with neat oval paws. Tail of a length to balance. Short sleek close lying clear coat of a darker blue with fair silvering. A medium sized well balanced chap in lovely condition of good weight for his size with a super temperament. 

AC Burmese Maiden Adult

1st E Ward’s ADATEBU LADY CASSANDRA [27]F

Ac Burmese Maiden Kitten

1st Batchelder’s    KYMIANBLUEBELL [27g] F
2nd Laugher’s  SANLIS SHADOW SEEKER [27]M

AC Burmese Neuter  Male not bred by exhibitor
1st Power’s IGR PR MAINMAN RAJAH [27] 

2nd Ellis’ MAINMAN SMARTYPANTS [27c]    
3rd Simpson’s PAPAGENA XANDER [27b]

AC Burmese Neuter Female not bred by exhibitor
1st Blake’s CH & PR HOBBERDY HOOPCYDAISY [27h]
2nd  Hutchinson’s PR HYPNOS TIGERLILYOF IRREP [27h]
3rd Mackenzie’s SKAMPAWS KIRA OFKEZIE [27h]
ex 3rd Lewis’ IMASTAR LADY MADONNA [27]

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Mrs D Stone

What a delight it was to judge at this super, well run show thus my profound thanks to ALAN & LINDA for inviting me, also for the lovely prezzie & absolutely delicious lunch.  Heartfelt thanks also to the nonpareil MIKE MILLER, for coming especially to steward for me.  It was a pleasure to work with you again, Mike & hope we’ll work together again soon. Thanks also to the exhibitors for such a magnificent entry, especially in the Grand classes where I was really spoilt for choice.  I could easily have awarded 4 Grand certs in each class had I been able to do so.  My cat of the day however, was BESWICK’s gorgeous Brown gentleman Pr Mainman Leonardo who (together with Sue Robinson’s Rossikhan JoJo) is the cuddliest Burmese ever to tread this earth!  What a character - he jolly nearly came home with me!!

AC BURMESE MALE CHAMPION. 6 present.
In addition to the two mentioned below, Ch Rossikhan Sweetbaby James and Gd Ch Mainman Kissanova really impressed me.
Grand  MOORE’s  Gd Ch ANOKHI BOY GEORGE.  Lilac.  2 yrs, 1 mth.
Short blunt jowly wedge of very good width, wide dome with slipped crown (crown lies behind the ears instead of between them), large well shaped ears correctly set thus continue the line of the wedge.  Profile shows rounding to brow, slightly flat forehead, well defined break to slightly long nose, chin recedes & is shallow, level bite.  Large lustrous yellow-chartreuse eyes enhanced by mascara are well shaped, set & have that typical sultry scowl!  Large, mature male, elegant & well balanced has well shaped body of good weight with required hard muscular feel, well muscled legs, neat oval paws, well shaped tail prefer longer to balance.  Sprayed on coat of lovely mother of pearl pink has satin texture & a healthy shine.  Adorable chap shown in splendid condiditon whom I love to bits & is a credit to all his connections – we had a lovely cuddle.  
Res. PALLISTER’s Gd Ch PENWYNKATZ CRÈME DELIGHT. Cream.  2 ½  yrs.
Fairly short blunt jowly wedge of good width, gentle rounding to wide top of head that has a slipped crown, large well set ears are of good shape.  Profile shows rounded brow & forehead, well defined break to slightly long nose, deep level chin & level bite.  Gorgeous primrose yellow eyes have typical expression.   Mature chap of good size has well shaped elegant body that could be somewhat heavier & more muscular (been working?), shapely limbs, tapering tail of good length has a tiny invisible irregularity near the tip.  Short, slightly dry feeling coat is a tad hot in colour but has that lovely “bloom” on rounded areas; clear but for a faint broken necklace.  Shown in good physical condition he has the sweetest, gentlest nature imaginable – I could have cuddled him forever!  He lost a point or two on his tail & lack of substance.
AC BURMESE FEMALE CHAMPION. 10 judged, 1 withdrawn.
A truly superb line-up (for which my grateful thanks) – I was spoilt for choice!  In addition to those mentioned below I was also impressed by Ch Molynmeux Adorable & Ch Oakenshield Ladywriter (not forgetting dear Oatcake, of course!).
Grand  WILSHAW’s  Ch ROSSIKHAN CENTREFOLD.  Lilac.  1 yr, 5 mths.
Super wedge & dome, correctly set & shaped ears could be a tad smaller for perfection.  Profile shows rounded brow & forehead, definite break to sloping nose, chin is level but shallow, level bite.  Gorgeous primrose yellow eyes enhanced by mascara have a really “eff off or die” expression today (love it)!  Stylish well balanced young queen is of good size, weight & conformation with fit firm feel, shapely limbs, slightly fine tail of good length tapers at the tip.  Fabulous sprayed on coat of mother-of-pearl pink has satin texture & sheen.  Shown in top condition this gorgeous girl had been upset by a neighbour thus was very tense today.

Res  ROBINSON’s  Ch ROSSIKHAN VELVETMISS.  Blue.  2 yrs, 2 weeks.
Lovely short wide blunt wedge, good width to gently rounded top of head, well shaped & set ears could be slightly smaller for perfection.  Profile shows well defined break, level but shallow chin, level bite.  Large lustrous yellow-chartreuse eyes enhanced by mascara are well set, shaped & have that wonderful scowl.  Mature, stylish queen of super size & weight, has well shaped body with required muscular athletic feel, well muscled elegant legs, dainty spoon-shaped paws, tapering rather fine tail has a few rings & needs an inch or so to balance.  Quality glossy coat of lovely antique pewter blue has required silvering on rounded areas, particularly her paws.  Another utterly gorgeous girl shown in splendid condition – just lost a point or two on account of her tail.
RED BURMESE NEUTER.   1 present.
PC & BoB  KEMPE’s  UK GdCh & Pr OAKENSHIELD ACORN.  FN.  11yrs, 2 wks. 
A wonderful lady of superb type, coat & colour in splendid physical condition for her age & beautifully presented – she just needs fining down somewhat for her health’s sake (her & me both)!

AV SLH ARISTOCRAT ADULT.  5 present.
I assume that the two full Champions in this class were made up after they had entered?
1st. HAMILTON’s   Ch ADTELO PURRBLUEBUBBLE.  Blue Ragdoll Male.   12 mths, 3 wks.
Lovely & broad across well developed cheeks, wide flat top of head, strong rounded muzzle, medium length nose has gentle dip, deep chin & level bite.  Wide set large ears with forward tilt & rounded tips are well furnished.  Gorgeous well set & shaped eyes are of superb deep royal blue.  Mature chap for his age of very good weight, bone & substance has long well muscled heavy set body, broad chest & across shoulders & a short neck, medium length legs, large round paws have lovely tufts between the toes, tapering bushy tail is of very good length. Silky dense bluish white coat of medium length has lovely ruff developing & knickerbockers, greyish blue points are even in colour.  A fabulous chap in splendid condition & impeccably prepared – he does you great credit.
2nd.  DUNSTALL’s  ELANESSE CINNAMON SPICE.  Seal Ragdoll Female.  14 months.    
Good breadth to head, well developed cheeks, full rounded muzzle, flat plane to wide top of head, gentle dip to slightly short retrousse nose, nice strong chin.  Well furnished ears with rounded tips & forward tilt are of medium size.  Well set & shaped eyes of good size are rather pale in colour.  Young queen of good size has well shaped body of good length that is lacking in substance a little at present (been calling?), good sturdy legs, large round paws have lovely tufts between the toes, lovely full brush to tapering tail of good length.  Lovely silky but dense coat of medium length is of beige shading to a lighter colour on belly, seal points are all the same shade.  Very sweet lass who needs time to mature.
3rd.  HAMILTON’s  Ch XELALUV PARSHA.  Seal Ragdoll Female.  2 years.

AVSLH MAIDEN KITTEN.  3 present.
1st. KNAPP’s  FAIRYBELLES SIRE STERLING.  Silver Tabby & White NFC.  Male.  8 months.
Generally a very promising lad tho’ at present his ears are far too low set.
2nd.  HAMILTON’s  LADYDOLL FOREST.  Seal & White Ragdoll Male.  4 mths, 1 day.
A very nice chap with gorgeous eye colour whose head is still developing , lovely coat well presented.
3rd.  LEAPAR’s  FAIRISLE ANNIKA.  Seal Ragdoll Female.  6 mths, 3 wks. 

AC NOVICE BURMESE ADULT.  5 present.
1st.  MOORE’s  DULCAMARA PETRONELLA.  Lilac Female.  9 mths, 3 wks.
Correct wedge & dome, large ears are well shaped & set.  Profile shows rounded brow & forehead, definite break, deep level chin & level bite.  Gorgeous buttercup yellow eyes have typical expression!  Stylish young queen of very good size, weight & conformation has required muscular athletic feel, shapely limbs, and good tail.  Quality coat of mother-of-pearl pink has satin texture & lustrous sheen.  Shown in sparkling condition, I was most impressed by this self opinionated little madam!
2nd.  Dr LEDGER’s  KYMIAN SUSANNAH.   Red Female.  20 months.
Short blunt wedge of very good width, wide gently rounded top of head, ears are well sized, shaped & set.  Profile shows rounded brow & forehead, well defined break, chin has depth but recedes.  Expressive eyes are well sized, shaped, set & are pale yellow-chartreuse in colour.  Young queen has weighty but muscular body of good size & shape, shapely limbs, well shaped tail balances.  Short, fine, sleek coat of light bright tangerine with the odd smudge on her knees has satin texture & a lovely healthy shine.  Another promising youngster shown in splendid condition, she was happier in her pen today.
3rd. JENNER-PESCADOR’s  MACOYS PESCADORABLE HENRI.  Lilac Male.  9 mths, 4 wks.
A promising young man who had a very sore left eye.

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Mrs S Tokens

My grateful thanks to Alan and Linda and the team for asking me to judge at their show. I had a super day and the gift was much appreciated. My steward was Susan Luvaglia who as always was a joy to work with.
AC SELF PERSIAN CHAMPION ADULT MALE; GR CC; Owen CH BESSJET ROCAWENPRIVATEJET black lad who is not yet two years old and a strapping lad with super bone and very good weight. Short cobby body set low on the legs. Tiny well positioned ears. Skull nicely rounded and the cheeks well developed. Eyes bold and showing a very good copper colour. Short nose with a good stop and level bite. Coat long and very full with a super undercoat and very well presented. Groomed down to the last hair and jet black in colour. Tail short and very well furnished. RES GR CC; Haines CH HERRAFARESIAH JACKDANIELS cream lad of nearly three years old. Another strong well developed boy with very good bone and substance. Short stocky body. Ears well positioned just a tiny bit open at the base. Skull well developed. Round eyes of a good copper colouring. Short broad nose. Level bite. Coat long and full with a nice undercoat present. Sound in colour to the roots and of a pale cream. Large rounded paws. Short full brush.
AOV SLH CHAMPION ADULT MALE; GR CC; Percival BLEUGEMS TEDDIE BEAR seal bi colour ragdoll of not quite two years old. Excellent temperament and easy to handle. Very good bone and weight. Medium size ears which are well set and slightly tilt forward. Flat plane. Cheeks full and nicely developed muzzle. Eyes with a slightly oblique shape and good blue colouring. Gentle dip in profile. Level bite. Spot of colour to the back left hock. Two or three patches of white to the back. White to the tummy and legs. Symmetrically marked inverted v in white to the face. Soft texture to the coat which was of a good length with a small amount of undercoat and had been well presented. Tail in proportion to the body length and well furnished.
AOV SLH CHAMPION ADULT FEMALE; GR CC; Stimpson CH COONVIVIAL FIORDILIGI red tabby and white maine coon of nearly three years old. Strong well built lass with very good substance. Large ears set quite high with a good width apart. Small tufts and nice furnishings. Eyes with a slightly oblique aperture and set and green in colour. Cheeks fairly full with high set cheek bones. Square muzzle. Level bite. Medium length nose with a slight concave curve at the nasal bridge. Nice breadth and depth to the chin. White paws, chest and tummy with a small white moustache. Coat of varying lengths with a soft top coat and some undercoat. Classic tabby pattern with a nicely marked butterfly and oysters to the flanks. Good red markings on a nice red back ground. Tail well furnished and reaching the shoulder blades. RES GR CC; Haynes CH COONVIVIIAL SCARLET RIBBONS red tabby and white maine coon of nearly four years old. Lovely bone and weight with a rectangular body shape. Ears large in size and well set with very good tufts and furnishings. Cheeks with high set cheek bones and fairly full. Eyes showing a slightly oblique aperture and set and gold colouring. Slight concave curve at the nasal bridge. Level bite. Square muzzle. Breadth and depth to the chin. White to the paws, chest and tummy. Small amount of undercoat at present with a good texture to the top coat. Well marked butterfly to the shoulders and oysters visible on the flanks. Tail reaches the shoulder blades and is showing the odd ring. Just not quite the fullness of coat as the winner today.
RED SELF ADULT MALE; 1 CC & BOB Morris COUNTRYGIRL GRAPEVINE thirteen months old and a super looking lad. Real presence and very well balanced type. Tiny well set ears. Skull nicely developed. Cheeks full and round. Eyes large and open and showing a very good copper colour. Short broad nose with a good stop and large leather and nostrils. Level bite. Dripping in coat which had a very good undercoat soft to touch and of a medium to rich red which was sound in colour all over. Large rounded paws. Tail short and full and very nicely furnished. A super looking lad who was very well balanced. 2 Rogers ANSTEYN SUNBURST only just over ten months old and another really super lad, this was such a hard decision there was very little to chose between these two boys. Short cobby body set low on the legs. Very good substance and bone structure. Small well set ears. Cheeks full and round. Eyes of a very good shape and nice copper colour. Level bite. Short broad nose with a good break. Skull neatly rounded. Coat long and full again with a super undercoat, rich red in colour and equal all over the body. Tail short and well furnished. Another super lad, just missed out today.
CHINCHILLA ADULT; 1 CC & BOB Neale CH CUSHKA JUSTANILLUSION nineteen months old and a very nice lad with superb bone and very good weight. Short cobby body set low on the legs. Small well placed ears. Cheeks full and round. Forehead nicely rounded. Large open eyes of a very good emerald which were outlined with black. Short broad nose with a brick red leather. Acceptable bite. Coat very long and full with a super depth of undercoat. Very nicely tipped and even all over the body. Large rounded paws with some tufts. Tail short and very well covered. 2 Wallace VIVALDI DESIGNER LABEL only just over ten months old and of a very good size and weight. Ran the winner very close. Ears small in size and well placed. Cheeks lovely and round. Skull well developed. Short broad nose with a nice break and brick red leather outlined with black. Large open eyes of a nice emerald colouring with a good black pencilling. Level bite. Coat of a very good length with just a small amount of undercoat at present. Lightly tipped with almost a ring effect on the back, I guess where the new coat is developing and the tipping is on some of the old coat. Tail very well furnished and in proportion to the body length. 3 Godfrey SHAWPAWS AMARULA PRINCE eleven months old and having nice bone structure and a sleek body, I would have liked a little more weight for perfection. Ears well positioned but a little open at the base. Skull rounded. Cheeks fairly full just a little pinched in the muzzle. Just in need of a little more time for the head to develop fully. Bold eyes of a medium emerald colour with black pencilling. Coat feeling quite harsh today and lacking in undercoat to give it body.
TORTOISESHELL ADULT; 1 CC Howard FALABELLA MERCIE fifteen months old. Good bone and lovely substance. Short cobby body. Small ears set low on the side of the head. Well rounded skull. Cheeks nice and full. Short broad nose with a lovely break. Level bite. Good eye shape and nice copper colouring. Limited amount of red to the back right limb all other legs showing an equal distribution of colours. Red to the face of a lighter shade. Well patched coat with medium red and a good black. Glossy top coat and a silken texture. Some undercoat. Well groomed. Tail very well patched and short in length.
BOB Morris GR CH WESTHOLME CAPTIVATION nearly four years old and with super bone and very good weight. Short stocky lass with very good weight. Tiny ears which are well set. Well rounded skull. Cheeks full and well developed. Eyes large and open and showing a very good copper colouring. Short broad nose with a good stop. Level bite. Muzzle full. Coat long and very full and groomed to perfection. Soft in texture with some undercoat. Black and red to all the limbs. Jet black and rich red patching. Super looking lass. Short full brush also patched all the way down.
BLACK NEUTER; BOB Boyes GR CH & GR PR JERVO BLACKICE huge lad of nearly six years old. Strapping chap with very good bone and plenty of weight. Small ears which are very well positioned. Skull well developed. Eyes large and open and of a very good copper. Short broad nose with a lovely break and nice size leather and nostrils. Level bite. Coat fairly full with a small amount of undercoat. Jet black in colour and sound to the roots. Groomed beautifully and free from any white hairs or rustiness. Short full tail. Lovely lad.
BLUE CREAM NEUTER; 1 PC & BOB Beattie CH & PR BARNILUV BLUBELLE nearly six years old and a lovely size female. Well developed bone and good weight. Ears well set just a little open at the base. Rounded top to the skull. Cheeks full and muzzle nicely developed. Level bite. Round eyes of a medium copper colour. Short broad nose. Coat of a medium length and well prepared. Soft to touch and with a small amount of undercoat. Body nicely intermingled with a medium blue colour and the cream just a touch on the hot side today. All limbs broken with blue and cream. Equal distribution of colours to the face. Tail balances with the body and is lightly covered.
AOC SELF COLOURPOINT NEUTER; 1 PC & BOB Dronsfield & Cope PR CONFETICAT JIVE TALKING red lad not yet two years old. Strong well developed bone and lovely substance. Ears well set just a little open at the base. Skull nicely developed. Eyes round and expressive of a medium blue colouring. Short broad nose. Level bite. Good width to well developed cheeks and a nice muzzle. Well balanced type. Coat lacking in undercoat today, fairly soft texture to the body with a very small amount of shading. Rich red to the points which were all well matched. Lightly furnished tail. Very good temperament and a pleasure to handle.
CHOCOLATE OR LILAC BIRMAN KITTEN; 1 & BOB Griffiths MUSCAR JENICOL DJEDEFRE lilac kitten of just over eight months old. A beautifully balanced baby showing lovely sound bone and very good weight for his age. Medium size ears which are well set. Cheeks full and muzzle developing well. Medium length nose with a slight dip in profile. Eyes almost round and of a nice blue colour. Level bite. Scalloped gloves, socks evenly marked. Gauntlets broad and even in length. Pinkish grey lilac to the points which were all nicely matched, just the tail slightly lighter in colour at this present stage. Tail reaches the shoulders. Clear body coat which was soft in texture and clear with some undercoat already developed.
NORWEGIAN FOREST KITTEN MALE; 1 & BOB Baker ROWGARNOR BLUE SHADOW (67.31ats) M 7.9.08 Blue Silver tabby and white. Nice well built lad at eight months old. Good bone and lovely length of body standing taller on the back legs. Tail of a very good length reaching the neck. Rather sparse in covering today but feeling coarse with a number of guard hairs present. Lovely triangular head shape which is almost equilateral just a tiny bit more length. Ears of a good size which are set high and open at the base fitting nicely into the shape of the head. Small tufts and very well feathered. Reasonable sized eyes with a slightly oblique shape and green in colour. Oval in shape. Straight profile to a medium length nose just a touch longer for perfection. Slightly rounded forehead. Level bite. Strong chin. Pleasing head not yet fully balanced. Coat of a medium length with a glossy top coat and small amount of undercoat still developing. Coarse texture already can be felt with some guard hairs to the body. Small shirt front. Correct coat colour a little solid to the back. White to the paws, chest and tummy and a white chevron to the nose. 2 Knapp FAIRYBELLES SIRE STERRLING (67.31ts) M 25.8.08 Silver tabby and white. Eight months old and a super strong boy. Very good bone with a lovely Norwegian stance. Tail reaches to the neck and is very well furnished. Fairly bushy at this age. Head almost triangular in shape. A little heavy on the brow and being a little flat, lacking in the slightly rounded forehead. Large ears set quite high and a good width at the base, but he does not show them off well. Ears with small tufts and furnishings and well feathered. Large eyes of an oval shape and slightly oblique set, green in colour. Nose fairly long with a straight profile. A little pinched in the muzzle. Level bite. Reasonable chin. Head needs to balance more at present. Semi long hair coat with some guard hairs. Good depth of woolly undercoat already present. Small amount of gloss to the top coat and some guard hairs. Coat of a reasonable texture. Small ruff already starting to frame the face. Some knickerbockers. Good depth of black to form the tabby pattern. Large rounded paws with some tufts.
RED CREAM OR TORTIE POINT BIRMAN NEUTER; 1 PC & BOB Ensor PR KITTAH ODYSSEUS red lad of eighteen months old. Lovely bone and very good weight. Ears well set and medium in size. Super profile with a slight dip. Medium blue colouring to well shaped eyes. Cheeks full and the muzzle nicely formed. Level bite. Some slight shading to the body coat which was soft to touch and showing some undercoat. Front right marking reaches the stopper pad and does not go past. Gloves evenly marked. Socks level. Left gauntlet just a touch longer than the right. Tail well covered and in proportion to the body length. Very good temperament.
AC PERSIAN NON SELF ADULT NOT BRED BY EXHIBITOR; 1 Howard GR CH BIGWIG IN THE RED red and white bi colour not yet three years old. Two or three patches of red to the back. Colour to the back left leg. Red chin. Colour over the eyes and up to the ears. Strong chap with excellent bone and weight. Small ears set low on the side of the head. Cheeks full and round. Eyes large and of a very good copper. Short broad nose. Level bite. Skull well developed. Coat groomed to perfection, rich red and gleaming white. Short full brush fully coloured. 2 Brown CH ADVILO DOODLESHOES lilac colourpoint approaching three years old. Another strapping lad with very sound bone structure and super weight. Well balanced type with small well set ears. Skull well rounded. Cheeks full and of a good width. Short broad nose. Level bite. Eyes round and showing a nice blue colour. Very good coat length, long and full with a good depth of undercoat. Clear body coat. Well prepared. Super lilac points all very well matched in the depth of colour. Tail well furnished. 3 Morris GR CH WESTHOLME CAPTIVATION tortie.
AC PERSIAN SELF BREEDERS NEUTER; 1 Boyes GR CH & GR PR JERVO BLACKICE black.
AC PERSIAN RADIUS NEUTER; 1 Williams PR RIASCATZ SIMPLY RED red and white bi colour just over three years old. Solid white front right and back left limb. Patch of white to the back. Huge heavy weight lad with strong bone. Ears small in size and well set. Cheeks full and round. Eyes of a very good shape and nice copper colour. Short broad nose. Level bite. Skull nicely developed. Good red and lovely white to set it off. Coat having a good undercoat and soft texture. Fully coloured tail which balances with the body. 2 Finn PR MOROMOU CHUNKY MONKEY brown tabby exotic almost five years old. Excellent strong bone and very good weight. Short cobby body set low on the legs. Well positioned ears which are just a little open at the base. Eyes round and showing a nice copper colour. Short broad nose. Bite a little off centre. Coat lacking in undercoat today. Soft in texture and just standing away from the body. Classic tabby coat pattern with a well marked butterfly and oysters. Numerous markings to the legs. Good facial markings with a well marked m to the forehead. Coat fairly warm in colour with strong black markings. A few rings to the tail which is nicely furnished.
AC SLH SENIOR NEUTER; 1 Flemming GR PR COONTASTIC DANCING BRAVE brown tabby and white maine coon nearly three and a half years old. White paws, chest and tummy with a small amount of white to the muzzle. Super warm copper agouti ground colour with strong black markings. Coat soft top coat and nice undercoat. Strong bone and good weight. Ears large and set quite high with a good width apart. Cheeks fairly full with high set cheek bones. Slight concave curve at the nasal bridge. Square muzzle. Nice breadth I would have liked a little more depth to the chin. Eyes with a slightly oblique aperture and set and green colour. Tail reaches the shoulders. 2 Stanton GR PR AZERPASHAN BOBBY DAZZLER blue colourpoint ragdoll lad eight years old and always a favourite of mine especially when he has a good coat. Medium size ears which slightly tilt forward and are well set. Cheeks full and muzzle well developed. Medium length nose with a gentle dip. Level bite. Good eye shape and nice blue colouring especially considering his age. Clear body coat of a very good length and soft to touch. Equal depth of colour to the points. Tail well covered and in proportion to the body length. He looked lovely today. 3 Kemp SHANDATAL PRINCEOFHEARTS seal birman.

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Mr J Trotter

Many thanks to Alan and Linda for their kind invitation to judge at this very friendly show. It was a really good day with some really good exhibits.  Thanks to fellow judge and friend Sarndra Devereux for kindly stepping to judge for me. Thanks Sarndra for your help.  Experience counts!

TONKINESE ADULT
1CC FELCHELDEE DAISIE MAY 74P F  1.12.06  A really elegant girl and we have met before. Fully deserving her CC today. Of  good type with rather attractive head possessing the inverted equilateral triangle for her overall headshape. The eyes were so well shaped being quite large and expressive and almost almond-shaped. There were bluish green and the top line did slant toward the nose with a lower rounded line. The ears were of medium size and were forward tilting and they had broad base. There was a slight dip in the profile. The chin was of good depth. The points were just slightly darker and they merged so well. The body was firm and yet elegant. The legs were longish and slim and ended in neat rime oval feet. The tail was good for length and it tapered so well. The coat was a lovely pale caramel  tortie with some stripes on the legs. It was close and fine and lay well just being slightly longer and harsher on the rear haunches.  A very attractive girl who looked the part today and well prepared for the show today.
BOB CH.COPERNICUS CHERRYBLOSSOM 74E F 23.5.06   A very stylish and attractive girl gaining on maturity and size, though just older than the class winner. A good head with the typical shape and with a slight dip in the profile. The ears were good for shape being medium/ small with good width at the base and carrying the outer line of the ears so well. The eyes were very good for shape and setting and they were in greenish colour with some blue. The body was firm but did lack a little muscle tone on the lower spine. The coat texture however was excellent. It was short fine and it lay so close to the body.  The legs were elegant and of good length. The feet were oval shaped and added to her stylish presence. Shown well.
BROWN BURMESE ADULT MALE
1 C C    MATTHEWS  AND MATTHEWS‘ KATCHYN KONTIKI  27 M 7.2.08    A strong boy with a good head. His ear set was very good,  being short and smallish and being so well set on the head as much on the sides as top giving that typical look to advantage. He had excellent eyes which were a particularly strong point on this boy. They had excellent rounding to the bottom lid and the quite typical curve to the tear duct so desirable in quality Burmese.  He had a good gently rounded top of head which had good width between the ears. The nose break was good and was of good depth. The nose was quite straight with just a hint of it dropping off at the tip. The chin was of good depth on a good strong broad muzzle. The body was firm and so well muscle