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British Ragdoll Cat Club
10th January 2009
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A very well organised show with a relaxed and happy atmosphere, my congratulations and many thanks to Celia, Paula, Len and the committee for inviting me back. We had some lovely cats and a really nice day. My thanks to husband Steve for stewarding yet again.
BLUE COLOURPOINTED/MITTED (INC AOC DILUTE) ADULT MALE
CC, MARJASON’S WERMARBEARS PRINCECHARMING, 66a, 07.11.07
Blue Colourpointed. Only just fourteen months old and already showing lovely size, substance and balance. Large broad head, flat plane between ears of medium size which were set wide and with a slightly forward tilt. Cheeks already well developed and nicely filled. Well defined muzzle, good length and rounded shape. Large, mid-blue eyes, set in a slight oblique setting. Gentle dip to the medium length nose. Firm chin, level bite. Long body, very muscular and weight, broad chest, substantial bone structure to medium length limbs, large round feet. Very well furnished tail, just reaching the shoulders. Dense coat of medium length with a very silky feel to it. Full ruff framing the face, well developed knickerbockers. Medium shade of greyish blue to the mask, ears, limbs and tail, all similar in depth and showing very good contrast with the bluish white body colour. Slight darker blue top shading over the back, paler underbody though he does have some darker blue patches in the tummy area. He was a little nervous, though more confident in his pen. Beautifully presented.
2ND GRIFFITHS & SCOTT’S MARGELITE APPLEJAQUE, 66a, 01.07.98
Blue Colourpointed. A really large and mature boy with a very strong, broad masculine head. Wide set ears, of medium size, set with a slightly forward tilt. Large expressive eyes, quite a deep shade of blue, set in a good slight oblique set. Well filled cheeks, very pleasing nasal profile showing a gentle dip to the medium length nose. Rounded shape to the muzzle, firm chin. He does have some smaller teeth missing, though at eleven years old this is totally forgivable, level bite. Really long, heavy body, very good breadth to chest. Medium length legs which were nicely boned, large round feet. Ideally I would have liked his tail a fraction longer though it was quite well furnished with a bushy texture. Currently in full winter coat with well grown knickerbockers and a full ruff around the neck. Dense coat of medium length to the body, a little open today, which was one of the reasons for his placing in this class. Well-defined points, quite a deep shade of greyish blue, contrast with the bluish white body. Some darker blue shading evident over the back and sides of the body. He had a wonderful temperament and was a dream to handle.
BLUE COLOURPOINTED/MITTED (INC AOC DILUTE) ADULT FEMALE
There were eight cats entered in this class, six present. The two unplaced cats were worthy of a placing though I could only place to fourth. However, in this class I felt that they deserved a report as they were both nice females.
BOB, GRIFFITHS & SCOTT’S GR CH RAGATASIA PEACHESAND CREAM, 66g, 16.04.05
Blue Tortie Colourpointed. A very substantial female indeed, with a strong broad head, well developed cheeks and a rounded muzzle. Medium-sized ears, in balance with the rest of the head, set well apart with a flat plane between them. Very expressive eyes, medium to deep blue in colour and set well in a good slight oblique. Nose had a gentle dip and was medium in length. Good firm deep chin. Level bite. Very weighty female with a long muscular body, broad chest and excellent boning to medium length limbs, large round paws. Very well-balanced tail, reaching the shoulders and well furnished with a bushy texture. Very nice coat qualities all round, ruff framing the face, medium length coat, dense and silky over the body, full knickerbockers. Very well developed points, all showing a well mingled mixture of blue and cream, contrasting with the body colours which were a mix of bluish white and creamy white. Wonderful temperament and shown in excellent condition. I see now that she is the daughter of my second placed cat in the previous class and she has certainly inherited some of his size and head strength.
CC, MORRIS’S MONTANTE PURDY, 66aw, 12.07.07
Blue Mitted. A promising young lady of 18 months old, already showing a strong broad feminine head. Medium-sized ears, set wide apart on the head with a clear flat plane between them. The ears were set with a slightly forward tilt. Beautiful eyes, large and very expressive, deep blue in colour. Well developed full cheeks, good rounded shape to the well defined muzzle. Very nice nasal profile, gentle dip present. Nose was medium in length. Deep chin, quite firm, just rounding off a touch at the end. Level bite. Good long muscular body, nice weight for size and age. Bushy tail, reaching the shoulders and balancing the body very well indeed. Nicely grown ruff and knickerbockers. Coat length developing over the body, dense texture and it was silky to the touch. Medium to dark tone to the greyish blue points which were quite even all round, some blue top shading to the back of the body though generally the coat was bluish white in colour. Well marked mitted pattern with white from the chin, going along the entire length of the underbody. Nicely marked mittens to the front feet with back legs white to above the hocks. Beautifully presented and shown in lovely condition.
2ND SUMMERLEY’S SNOANDA SENTIMENTAL BLUES, 66aw, 04.10.06
Blue Mitted. A nicely balanced female with good breadth to the head and medium-sized ears, sitting well apart. Mid-blue eyes, large in size and set in a good slight oblique. Well filled cheeks, good definition to the rounded muzzle. Level bite, chin quite firm and good depth. Long body, in balance with the head. Medium length limbs which were nicely boned, round feet. Very well furnished bushy tail, reaching the shoulders. Ruff length developing, medium length coat to the body, very silky feel to it, quite full knickerbockers. True full coat length yet to develop as she is an adolescent. White chin, bib, chest and along the entire length of the underbody. A little shy, though easy to handle. Well presented.
3RD ADAMS’ HAZELDOLLS BUTTERFLY BLUE, 66atw, 08.04.08
Blue Tabby Mitted. The youngest in the class, being only just nine months old and this girl has many positive attributes, as well as a very pretty expression. In particular, I thought she had very nice size and substance for her age with a long body showing excellent muscle tone. Head already showing good breadth, cheeks filling out nicely and very well-defined rounded muzzle. Ears were sitting wide apart, flat plane between them, at the moment they are little on the large side, as to be expected at this stage. Mid-blue colour to the eyes, which were large in size though perhaps marginally too obliquely set. Nose of good medium length with a dip present. Level bite, firm chin. Long body of excellent weight, very good boning to medium length limbs, and large round paws. Very well-balanced tail, easily reaching the shoulders and exhibiting plenty of furnishings with a bushy texture. Points had blue tabby markings on a pale beige agouti, they were well developed and showed very good contrast with the bluish white body colour. Very silky coat of medium length to the body, nice length to knickerbockers, ruff length developing. Well marked mitted pattern all round. Lovely to handle and very well groomed.
4TH EDMUNDS’ ECALPHARAS MARTINI, 66g, 23.06.07
Blue Tortie Colourpointed. Medium-sized ears, set wide apart with a very good flat plane to the top of head. Head showed very good breadth indeed, and in comparison I would like her nose marginally longer so that the bottom section of head truly balances that wonderful top section. Gorgeous deep blue eyes, quite large and very expressive. Well developed cheeks, rounded muzzle. Level bite, firm chin. Weighty body, muscular and long, broad chest. Well boned limbs, medium in length and balancing the body. Round paws. Nicely furnished bushy tail, reaching the shoulders. Very well-defined points, all exhibiting both shades of blue and cream. Points contrasted well the body colour which was a mixture of creamy white and bluish white. Some darker blue top shading evident over the shoulders and back. Dense coat of medium length, with a nicely developed ruff and knickerbockers. Easy to handle and well presented.
UNPLACED – SHOREHAM’S LUVUMCATS LOVEINTHELIST, 66at, 11.07.07
Blue Tabby Colourpointed. A pretty female with a very sweet expression. Medium-sized ears sitting wide apart with quite a flat plane between them. Large mid-blue eyes. Very good nasal profile though I felt that her nose length was marginally short, and for me this detracted from the overall balance today. Well developed cheeks, rounded muzzle - though again this was a little on the short side. Nice length to the body with good boning to limbs. Tail of good length though lacking in furnishings at the moment. Full winter coat to the body, slightly open today which I put down to her hormonal status. Well-defined blue tabby points showing good contrast with the bluish white body colour. Nice to handle.
UNPLACED – STERIO’S SHAMANTA BLUE LIGHTENING, 66at, 03.10.07
Blue Tabby Colourpointed. This 13 month old female is going through that difficult rangy stage at the moment, a typical adolescent. Ears are little on the large side of medium though they should balance well once she obtains her full adult head breadth. Fairly broad head with a good flat plane to the top. Pale blue eyes, good large size and set slightly obliquely. Nose has a gentle dip, very small drop off towards the tip. Cheeks filling. Muzzle tapers very slightly at the moment. Level bite, chin could be a little firmer. Long body, exhibiting quite large boning to limbs and paws. Well-balanced bushy tail. Coat currently on the shorter side with ruff yet to lengthen, fairly full knickerbockers. Good definition to the blue tabby points, contrasting with the bluish white body colour. I feel that this young lady will look much better once she matures and also develops her full coat. Well groomed and good to handle.
AC BI-COLOUR NEUTER MALE
PC, STONE’S DIZZIPAWS JACK, 66 31, 09.02.08
Seal Bi-Colour. A wonderful chap all-round, he shows a great deal of promise. Good medium-sized ears, set with a slightly forward tilt and wide apart on a strong masculine head. Clear flat plane visible between the ears. Cheeks already well-developed, very good definition to the rounded muzzle of excellent length. Large eyes, slightly obliquely set, pale blue in colour. Lovely profile to the medium length nose, gentle dip in profile and slightly retrousse towards the tip. Level bite, firm chin which was quite deep. Really long muscular balanced body, excellent substantial bone structure to medium length legs ending with a large round paws. Very well furnished bushy tail, easily reaching the shoulders. Coat a very nice length indeed for a male of only eleven months old, medium length, dense and silky with a ruff framing the face and well developed knickerbockers. Quite a deep shade of seal brown to the ears and face, tail slightly paler. Beige body colour with a full white-collar and white limbs to body level. He had an evenly marked inverted ‘v’ starting on the forehead, white chin, bob, chest and underbody. Great to handle, super temperament and shown in excellent condition. One to watch out for in the future.
2ND PROWTING’S PR EISERBLEW BERRY MUFFIN, 66 31, 27.04.06
Seal Bi-Colour. Nice breadth to the head with well developed cheeks and a rounded shaped muzzle. Flat plane between ears of medium size, the ears were sitting well on the head. Lovely deep blue eyes, large and slightly obliquely set. Medium length nose with a gentle dip present. Level bite. Firm chin, showing nice depth. Lovely muscle tone to the long body, quite large boning to limbs of medium length, round feet. Tail reached the shoulders and was nicely furnished with a bushy texture. Medium length coat to the body, silky texture with quite a full ruff and well grown knickerbockers. Quite deep seal brown coloured points to head, ears and tail. Well marked inverted ‘v’ to the face, white to the entire length of the underbody, white collar around the neck and white limbs. A very affectionate boy who was well groomed and lovely to handle.
3RD PROWTING’S PR MIAMORIO ENGLISH GENTLEMAN, 66 31, 31.07.03
Seal Bi-Colour. Good medium sized ears, set well apart on a strong broad head with well developed cheeks and a flat plane to the top of head. Large bright eyes, mid blue in colour, though set just a little too obliquely for me. Lovely profile, nose of medium length with a gentle dip and slightly retrousse towards the tip. Bite marginally undershot. Firm chin, quite deep. Broad chest leading to a long and very substantial body, limbs exhibited quite large boning, they were medium in length with large round paws. Bushy tail, well furnished and reaching the shoulders. Excellent coat qualities, very silky indeed, dense and medium in length. Lovely full ruff framing the face, full knickerbockers. I was very impressed indeed with the feel of his coat. Seal brown to ears, head and tail. Small amount of the body’s beige colour extending down the right limb, otherwise he had a well marked bi-colour pattern with a well marked face. It was the combination of his eye set and his bite that made me place him third today, although I did like him a lot. He was very well presented and had a divine temperament.
AC BI-COLOUR NEUTER FEMALE
BOB, SPROT’S UK & IGR GR CH & GR PR CHURSTON CAMEO, 66 31, 28.03.00
Seal Bi-Colour. A beautiful female, such an excellent example of the breed. She has read strength, yet femininity to the strong broad head with well filled cheeks and very good definition to the rounded muzzle. Medium sized ears, set wide apart with a slightly forward tilt, very well balanced with the rest of the head, flat plane clearly visible between the ears. Really deep blue eyes, set slightly obliquely and of good large size. They are so very expressive. Nose of medium length, gentle dip present and it is slightly retrousse towards the tip. Level bite, firm chin. Very good breadth to chest for a female, long and well muscled body, solid boning to limbs of medium length, large round feet. Very well furnished tail, bushy texture, tail length balanced the body and reached the shoulders. Beautiful coat qualities, coat exhibited a full ruff around the neck, she had very well grown knickerbockers. Fur to the body was dense and medium in length, really silky texture. Beige colour to the body, slight extension of beige going down the left leg. Dark seal brown to the ears, face and tail. Evenly marked inverted ‘v’ to the face, starting on the forehead, white extends from the face, down the bib and chest and along the entire length of the underbody. White limbs, with the exception of the previously mentioned small amount of beige. Presented in tiptop condition and lovely to handle.
PC, BRADLEY’S PR VONCARDA KA CHINA, 66 31a, 10.05.07
Blue Bi-Colour. This girl is huge - bigger than some of the boys, yet she retains her femininity and overall balance. Very strong broad head with well developed full cheeks and a rounded shape to the muzzle. Ears of medium size, sitting wide apart and set with a slightly forward tilt. Medium shade of blue to eyes which were of good large size and set well. Gentle dip to the nose, perhaps needing to be a fraction longer to be truly medium in length when compared to that strong broad top section of head. Level bite, firm chin. Really large and long body, very weight and muscular. Excellent boning to medium length legs, large round paws. Very well furnished tail, reaching the shoulders. Full winter coat, well developed ruff and knickerbockers, coat very slightly open down the back today. Nicely marked bi-colour pattern starting with an inverted ‘v’ beginning on the forehead and going along the whole length of the underbody. Greyish blue ears, mask and tail, showing good contrast with the bluish white body colour. She was great to handle.
2ND BULLOCK’S QUARENTO PUSSY GALORE, 66 31, 16.10.06
Seal Bi-Colour. A nicely balanced girl with a very good bi-colour pattern. Good breadth to the head with a flat plane between the ears. I felt that her ears were marginally on the large side, though they were set wide apart. Today she was rather unsure and consequently she had a tendency to flare them rather than tilt them forward, though I suspect that their position is fine at home when she is more relaxed. Medium shade of blue to the large eyes, they were a little bold, which I also put down to her being on the nervous side today. Medium length nose, dip present, though ideally I would like to see just a little more curvature at the nasal bridge. Level bite, good firm chin. I loved her body, really long and exhibiting excellent muscle tone and substance. Well boned limbs of medium length, large round paws. Nicely furnished tail of good length and balancing the body length very well indeed. Quite deep seal brown points to ears, mask and tail, showing contrast with the beige coat even though it had quite a lot of deeper shading present. Very well marked bi-colour pattern with a balanced inverted ‘v’ to the face and white from the chin to the tail along the underbody. All limbs were white. Rather unsure today and I hope that she gains her confidence as she is actually a very nice girl who will look much better once she learns to relax. She was very well groomed for the show.
AC OR PATTERN MAIDEN ADULT, MALE OR FEMALE
1ST HODCROFT’S CHESAWOOD PRECIOUS PURRL, 66, F, 15.03.08, Seal Colourpointed.
2ND HASSETT’S HAPPYTYME MISS BEHAVING, 66 31a, F, 06.04.08, Blue Bi-Colour.
3RD LYNCH’S CHESAWOOD BURLINGTONBERTIE, 66, M 15.03.08, Seal Colourpointed.
AC OR PATTERN ADOLSECENT ADULT, MALE OR FEMALE
1ST LANCASHIRE’S FILENSIO SOUTHERN COMFORT, 66w, M, 26.01.08, Seal Mitted.
2ND MARJASON’S WERMARBEARS PRINCECHARMING, 66a, 07.11.07, Blue Colourpointed.
3RD HODCROFT’S CHESAWOOD PRECIOUS PURRL, 66, F, 15.03.08, Seal Colourpointed.
AC OR PATTERN MAIDEN KITTEN, PART A
1ST WATKINSON’S LEIRUM MORGAITE, 66f, M, 12.04.08, Cream Colourpointed.
2ND LYNCH’S MAGISRAGS PERSEPHONE, 66 31, Seal Bi-Colour.
3RD LEAPER’S FARISLE FAUSTINA, 66a, 15.05.08, Blue Colourpointed.
AC OR PATTERN MAIDEN KITTEN, PART B
1ST NWEMAN’S AMIGAMIA FORGETMENOT, 66a, F, 04.05.08, Blue Colourpointed.
2ND TERRY’S MIDNIGHTSTAR MAGICMYSTERY, 66a, M, 21.07.08, Blue Colourpointed.
3RD ADAMS & THOMPSON’S LANEGA DREAMGIRL, 66a, F, 23.04.08, Blue Colourpointed.
AC OR PATTERN BREEDERS NEUTER, MALE
1ST FIFIELD-SMITH’S GUYSNDOLLS MR LEO, 66a, MN, 02.02.07, Blue Colourpointed.
2ND WILSON’S MONTANTE PRADA, 66, MN, 11.03.08, Seal Colourpointed.
3RD SMITH’S LEASOWES MC DREAMIE, 66, MN, 11.03.08, Seal Colourpointed.
Many thanks to the Show Mangers and Committee for the kind invitation to judge at this popular and well attended breed show and for the fragrant little gift at the end of the day. I handled some lovely cats throughout the day and thank their owners for the chance of doing so. My steward was Anita Platt who handled the exhibits with care and consideration and who looked after me in equal measure, many thanks Anita for your help and convivial company, I look forward to working with you again.
AC OR PATTERN IMPERIAL GRAND CHAMPION MALE: What a way to start the day with such a lovely class, the standard was so good and the three males entered were each groomed to the last hair, all had super type and I really had to split hairs to make a decision, unfortunately one had to take a back seat today.
IMP GR CH. HAWORTH’S GR CH DIZZIPAWS BRUCE - 66 (M) 02.08.06. A very handsome and impressive 2 ½ year old Seal Pointed lad, the son of Raphael the Res Imp Gr winner, Bruce was a real chip of the block with superb type and overall balance and he was groomed to the last hair so much so he shone! Showing good strength of head with a flat plane between well placed medium sized ears that were set with a forward tilt, he had really good deep blue eyes that were large well opened and set slightly on the oblique, very good width and fullness to his cheeks with a rounded and well developed muzzle, a good depth of chin and a level bite. He had a medium length nose with a slight dip in profile and a slight nasal tilt to the tip. He had a strong muscular body of very good weight, a short neck, broad chest and medium length well boned legs, his long bushy tail completed the balanced look. He was dressed in a wealth of coat with a large ruff and full knickerbockers, his coat was beautifully prepared and presented, a little shaded but he still had pleasing contrasts with his dark seal points. He had the most amazing temperament, a real gentle giant, and he was a pleasure to handle. His delighted owners informed me later in the day that this certificate gave him his full Imperial title, my sincere congratulations on gaining his title and on his BIS win. I thought he was such a super boy and I’m sure he will be a great asset to the breed.
RES IMP GR. JONES’S UK & IGR CH SILKIESTAR RAPHEAL – 66 31 (M) 03.03.04. Seal Pointed Bicolour. A large mature lad of equal merit, there was just a whisker between the two placings it was that close. Daddy to Bruce and a very handsome and mature lad with super type and balance he had a broad and masculine head with a well defined flat plane between medium sized ears that were placed wide, forward facing and well furnished, expressive dark blue eyes that had a slightly oblique set, a shallow dip to his nose in profile with a slightly straighter finish to the end of his nose, he had a good line from the tip of his nose to his chin and his chin was of an ample depth, there was width and fullness to his face with well developed cheeks and a broad rounded muzzle. He had a large robust, muscular body of good length with a powerful short neck and a broad chest, sound boning to his medium length limbs and large round tufted paws, his bushy tail could have been just a tad longer for perfect balance. He was dressed in a very full coat with a large head framing ruff and full knickerbockers. He had a symmetrical white inverted ‘v’ to his seal mask, his ears and tail showed a good depth of seal colouring, his body fur was very dark beige and finished on a level with his underbody, he had a full white collar that extended down on to his left shoulder and a white patch to his back, a white bib, chest, under parts and limbs. A super lad who was prepared and shown in excellent condition and he too had such a fabulous temperament – congratulations on his BIS win also.
AC OR PATTERN IMPERIAL GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE:
IMP GR CH NOT AWARDED 1 GRIFFITH & SCOTT’S GR CH RAGTASIA PEACHESAND CREAM – 66g (F) 16.04.05. A Blue Tortie pointed lady - 3 ¾ years of age. A very attractive girl, who was well built overall, but her head contours were a little too rounded and she needed more length to the lower half of her face. She had good width to her head with medium sized forward tilting ears but the flat plane needed a little more definition, she had almost round eyes that were mid-blue in colour and set slightly on the oblique, a medium length nose with a shallow dip to her profile, very full and rounded cheeks, a strong muzzle and firm chin. She had a long feminine body that was weighty with good width to her chest and a moderately furnished tail that was balanced to her body length, moderately boned limbs with nicely rounded and tufted paws. She was dressed in a full coat with a very full ruff and knickerbockers, the points to her mask, legs and tail were a well defined greyish blue colour, intermingled with shades of cream, her body colouring was creamy white with shades of blue along her lower back and flanks and she had clear under parts. Her lengthy coat was a little woolly in texture but it was soft and well prepared. I was sorry to withhold the certificate on this sweet natured lady but I felt the above mentioned reason regarding her head type precluded her form this very prestigious award.
SEAL COLOURPOINTED/MITTED (INC AOC DOMINANT) NEUTER MALE:
1 PC & BOB CHAMBERLAINE’S FILENSIO DARK VELVET – 66 (MN) 27.04.07. Seal pointed lad, 21 months of age and well developed overall. He had breadth to his head with medium sized ears that appeared a little upright, the flat plane between well defined, beautiful deep blue eyes just a tad bold but with a gentle oblique set, medium length nose with a slight dip in profile and the nasal tilt quite well developed, good width to his cheeks with a broad rounded muzzle and a firm chin. He had a well developed and proportionate body with very good boning and a lovely full tail of good length that was just a little brindled, Points showing a good depth of seal colouring especially his mask, his legs were just a little paler. He had a moderately full coat with a neat ruff, his body fur was a little shady down his back with some shading to his under parts but it was soft, silky and well groomed and he had such a lovely temperament.
2 WILSON’S MONTANTE PRADA – 66 (MN) 17.03.08. A Seal Pointed youngster who was just into the adult class but already a good size, he was really very well constructed with solid boning to his limbs and he had large rounded paws and a well furnished full tail that was balanced to his body length. He had a good breadth of head with forward facing medium sized ears, his eyes were a little small but they had the correct oblique set and they had a good depth of blue colour, medium nose with a very minor dip to his profile and showing a straighter finish rather than a retrousse tip, his cheeks showed breadth and fullness, he had a broad, full muzzle and good depth to his chin. He was dressed in a full coat with a good length to his ruff, and full knickerbockers, his body fur pale beige in tone with a little body shading but still complimenting his really dark and well developed seal points, especially his mask and legs, his tail showed just a little brindling. Overall a well developed lad with such a sweet nature and he was very well shown.
3 SMITH’S LEASOWES’S MC DREAMIE – 66 (MN) 11.03.08. A 10 month old Seal Pointed youngster with pleasing type and facial balance he had strength to his head with well placed medium sized ears, a good flat plane, lovely eye shape with an oblique set that were mid-blue in colour and he had such a gentle expression, a medium length nose with a slight dip and just a tiny bump in profile, full cheeks, well formed muzzle and a ample chin depth. He had a large robust body with very good boning to his limbs and large rounded paws and lengthy well furnished tail that had a slight irregularity at the tip. Super coat for length and texture , it was a little shaded along his back he had some shading to his underbody but it was soft and well prepared, he had a little brindling to his mask and tail otherwise his points were showing a good development of seal colour. A charming young man with such an endearing temperament.
4 CHAPMAN’S EMMERISLE FIRST OF TIADOR – 66tw (MN) 13.11.07. Seal Tabby Pointed Mitted. A young adolescent lad with all that implies. He had generally pleasing lines with medium boning to his limbs. His head looked somewhat triangular today as he lacked fullness to the lower half of his face, however he had a good width to his head and well placed medium sized ears and a flat plane, blue eyes with a slight oblique set, nose of medium length with a gentle dip but showing a slight rounding at the tip, he had good width to his cheeks but they were still developing fullness, his muzzle could have been a tad stronger and he also showed a muzzle pinch but he had a good depth of chin and a level bite. He had good body length and it was fairly weighty, he had a moderately furnished tail that showed clear rings to the underside and a solid tip, although it could have been just a touch longer, he also had good tabby definition to his points with seal brown markings overlaying a pale brown agouti background, he had the required ‘m’ to his forehead, light spectacles, eye lines, spotted whisker beds, a brick coloured nose leather that was outlined in seal, bars to his legs, he had even mittens and the white on his back legs extended above his hocks. He had a moderately lengthy coat that was quite soft and well prepared and he had a full creamy coloured ruff, his coat was very shaded on the top but it still showed contrasts with his points and he had some shading on his tummy. He was quite a shy and nervous youngster but after some gentle coaxing he handled well.
SEAL COLOURPOINTED/MITTED (INC AOC DOMINANT) NEUTER FEMALE:
1 PC HARMER’S RAGMITTEN SASKIA – 66 (FN) 14.04.07. A Seal Pointed girl, 21 months old and very well developed, she had good head type with a flat plane and plenty of width between forward facing medium sized ears, mid-blue eyes with a pretty expression and set slightly on the oblique, slight dip to a medium length nose, full cheeks and well developed muzzle, her chin for perfection could have been be just a tad deeper otherwise she had good head symmetry. She had a weighty and well constructed body with moderately bone limbs and a full tail of proportionate length. She had a soft, full coat with a ruff and knickerbockers, her coat was a little shaded and she had some shading to her underbody but she had well developed seal points giving pleasing contrast to her body colour. She was a pretty girl with a sweet nature who was shown and she was presented in lovely condition.
AC OR PATTERN BREEDERS ADULT MALE:
1 HAWORTH’S GR CH DIZZIPAWS BRUCE - 66 (M) 02.08.06. See Imp Gr Ch class
2 FITZPATRICK’S CH EMMERISLE EMILIO BANDITO - 66 31 (M) 08.04.05. Seal Point Bicolour. A very masculine lad who at nearly four years of age had maturity on his side, he looked most impressive. He had great strength of head and a typical Ragdoll expression, correct ears size and placement, large, deep blue eyes set slightly on the oblique, he had breadth and fullness to his face with a broad and rounded muzzle together with a good depth of chin, a medium length nose with a slight dip and a little retrousse tip in profile. He had a long muscular body that was heavy set, with a thick neck and broad chest, substantially boned limbs and really large round tufted paws. He had a fully furnished and lengthy tail in proportion to his body length and he was dressed in a heavy coat with a huge ruff and full knickerbockers He had a seal mask with a white inverted ‘v starting at his forehead, extending down covering his nose, whisker pads and chin, he had seal ears and a seal coloured tail with a few scattered white hairs, he had a white chest, under parts and limbs, he had small seal spot on the back of his right front leg, he had a full white collar and white zigzag shaped area down his back, his body fur was a darker shade of beige. He was a very impressive lad who was beautifully groomed and a real pleasure to handle.
3 DAVIES’S GR CH RAGSHAVEN BUSTERS LEGACY 66 31a (M) 27.03.05. Blue Point Bicolour lad nearly four years old and another very handsome exhibit, he too was substantially built with a long muscular body, thick neck and broad chest, long bushy tail slightly tapered towards the tip and in proportion to his body length, super boning to his medium length limbs and large rounded paws. He had a good width to his head with the required flat plane, his ears appeared a little upright and they seemed to flare to the side today instead of facing forward, his mid blue eyes were large and set on the oblique, he had a medium length nose with a slight dip to his profile and finished with a pink leather, he had excellent width and fullness to his cheeks, quite a good width and fullness to his muzzle and finished with a firm chin. He had well matched blue/grey colouring to his mask, ears and tail and he had a symmetrical white inverted ‘v’ starting at his forehead, covering his nose, whisker pads and chin, he had a white chest, underbody and limbs, his body colour was bluish/beige in tone with a full white collar, the body colour finishing on a level with his underbody. His coat was moderately, lengthy, soft and groomed to the last hair so much so it shone but he just didn’t shine in the personality stakes today he seemed very lack-lustre and was more content curled up in the corner of his pen - hopefully this was a transient phase, I do hope so - he is such nice lad.
AC OR PATTERN BREEDERS ADULT FEMALE:
1 PROWTING’S EISERBLEW BELLE DE JOUR - 66w (F) 19.09.07. A very pretty 15 ½ month old Seal Point Mitted girl of very good type and balance. She had a nice width to her heads with fullness to her cheeks and muzzle, she had the required flat plane and medium sized forward facing ears, large, well opened obliquely set eyes that were a lovely shade of blue and they had such a pretty expression, she had a retrousse tip to her medium length nose and she had a good line from the tip of her nose to her well developed firm white chin and she had a white bib, chest and under parts She had a long feminine body with bushy tail of proportionate length, moderately boned limbs and round paws, She was dressed in a soft and well prepared coat that was just a little shaded but she had well developed seal points to her mask legs and tail with just a touch of brindling on her tail. She had even white mittens and the white on her back legs was on a level with her underbody. She was a confident youngster with the sweetest nature who was well shown and presented.
2 NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA GYPSY ROSE - 66 31 a (F) 06.09.07. A Blue Point Bicolour girl who at 16 months of age was already quite well developed with pleasing lines, she had nice head type with a medium length nose and a slight dip to her profile, well opened pale blue eyes with an oblique set, she had medium sized ears set quite wide and with a forward tilt and a flat plane between, her cheeks were quite full and she had a rounded muzzle and a good depth of chin. She had a lengthy and well cover body of good weight with a moderately furnished tail balanced to her body length, she had fairly good boning to her limbs and nicely rounded paws. She had a wide symmetrical white inverted ‘v’ to her face, a white collar, white bib, chest, underparts and limbs, she had a good depth of mid blue colour to her remaining mask, ears and tail. She was dressed in fairly lengthy coat with a neat head framing ruff, her body colour a darkish blue/ beige, the body colour dropped marginally on to the top of her front legs but it was on a level with her underbody at the back. A sweet little lady who was well shown and presented.
3 FITTEN’S CH FINEARTE ZEPHYR ROSE - 66 31a (F) 17.08.06. An attractive 2 ½ year old Blue Point Bicolour girl with a nice ‘Ragdoll’ expression and lovely mid- blue eyes set on the oblique. Flat plane and forward facing ears of correct size, medium length nose with minor dip and a slight nasal tilt, she had full cheeks and a rounded muzzle with a fair depth of chin. She had a proportionate and well covered body with soundly boned limbs, she had a full tail that could have been just a tad longer but it was bushy with a slightly tapering tip. White inverted ‘v’ to her blue/grey mask, blue ears and tail, she had a white chin, chest, underbody and limbs, her bluish/beige body colour finishing on a level with her underbody, she had white v shaped patch on her shoulder and a white patch on her lower back. A delightful lady with a soft coat that was quite well prepared.
AC OR PATTERN DEBUTANTE ADULT, MALE OR FEMALE (A):
1 LYNCH’S CHESAWOOD BURLINGTONBERTIE – 66 (M) 15.03.08. A 9 month old Seal Pointed young man who was well constructed with moderately boned limbs and a proportionate bushy tail. His head was correctly shaped and showed promising strength, he already had good type with width to his head, a defined flat plane and well placed ears of correct size, his cheeks were quite full, he had fairly large, well opened mid-blue eyes that had a slight oblique set, a good nose length and profile and good depth of chin, his muzzle needed more width but that should come with age. He was quite heavy set with a broad chest and short neck. His coat was still coming through as was his ruff and his body fur was a little salt and peppery in colour but it was soft and well prepared, he also had some brindling to his mask but his remaining points seal points were quite well developed.
2 SHOREMAN’S TUFTYTOES PADDINGTON – 66 31a (M) 27.01.04. A mature Blue Pointed Bicolour 4 ½ years of age who I thought overall was a nice lad but sadly he was let down on show preparation, he either had a very grubby chin or it was coloured I couldn’t decide which also his feet could have been far whiter and his coat needed more grooming. He had good type with all the required features nicely balanced; his eyes were a paler shade of blue. He was a large weighty lad with length to his body; he had a thick neck, broad chest and a full bushy tail of proportionate length. He had a very full coat that was very woolly in texture. He had bluish/beige body fur with a white collar and a white patch to his back a white inverted ‘v’ to his blue/grey mask, he had a white bib, chest, underbody and white limbs and the remaining points to his ears and tail were a sound blue/grey colour.
3 STERIO’S SHAMANTA BLUE LIGHTNING – 66 at (F) 13.10.07. Blue Tabby Pointed Bicolour
AC OR PATTERN DEBUTANTE ADULT, MALE OR FEMALE (B):
1 HASSETT’S HAPPYTIME MISS BEHAVING – 66 31a (F) 03.03.08. A 10 month old Blue Pointed Bicolour. A pleasing young lady of good type and facial balance, she had well placed ears with a flat plane between, a lovely expression to her blue eyes, a good nose profile with full cheeks and a good depth of chin, She had a weighty and well constructed body with good boning to her limbs and she had a bushy tail balanced to her body length, soft baby blue body fur that was quite full and well prepared with a developing little ruff and neat knickerbockers. The points to her mask, legs and tail developing a good depth of pale blue colour, she had an even white ‘v’ to her mask, white chest, bib, and underbody, white limbs, a white collar with two white patches on her back. She was a very nice little girl with such a delightful nature.
2 MORRIS’S MONTANTE PURDY - 66aw (F) 12.07.07. An 18 month old Blue Point Mitted girl with such a typical Ragdoll expression, she too had nice type with a good breadth of head, a flat plane between medium sized forward facing ears, good eyes for shape, set and colour, full cheeks, rounded muzzle and firm chin, good nose length with a slight dip in her profile but with a straighter finish rather than a retrousse tip. She had well matched gloves, the white on her hocks finishing on a level just below her underbody, she had a white chin, chest and under parts, well developed mid-blue points colour to her mask, legs and tail. Dressed in a full soft coat that was light golden in colour and well prepared, she had a lengthy and weighty body with soundly boned limbs and a balanced bushy tail of proportionate length.
3 HODCROFT’S CHESAWOOD PRECIOUS PEARL – 66 (F) 15.03.08. Seal Pointed Colourpoint
AC OR PATTERN VISITORS ADULT MALE OR FEMALE:
1 HAWORTH’S GR CH DIZZIPAWS BRUCE - 66 (M) 02.08.06. See Imp Gr Ch Class
2 HARRISON’S VALLEYCATS FIRST EDITION - 66 31 (F) 05.02.05. A Seal Pointed Bicolour girl just under 4 years of age and quite a wriggler! She had nice head type with width to her the top of her head and a developed flat plane with forward facing ears of medium size, good eye shape, and expression, the colour two tone blue with the deeper blue in the centre, she had a slight dip to her nose in profile with a pink leather, good width to her cheeks and muzzle and she had an ample chin depth. She had a lengthy body of good weight with a bushy tail of balanced length and moderately boned limbs. She had a white inverted ‘v’ to her seal mask, the remaining seal colour to her ears, mask and tail was a nice depth of seal brown. She had a full white collar, white bib, chest underbody and white limbs. The coat on her back was very dark beige (the colour of well done toast) and it finished on a level with her under body and she had a white patch to her back. Her coat was a little woolly in texture but it was quite well prepared.
3 FITTEN’S CH FINEARTE ZEPHYR ROSE - 66 31a (F) 17.08.06. Blue Point Bicolour. See above class report.
AC OR PATTERN NOVICE KITTEN, MALE OR FEMALE:
1 FITTEN’S FINEARTE MYSTIC MERLYN – 66 31a (M) 11.07.08. A most attractive Blue Pointed Bicolour kitten. A young male of very nice type with good body and tail proportions and good boning to his limbs, his body was weighty and well covered and he had a soft and well prepared coat with a neat little ruff framing his handsome young face. Nice head type with budding strength, he had width and a defined flat plane between his well placed ears that were just a touch large, but being male he should grow into them, he had very expressive dark blue eyes, set on the oblique and they were well opened, cheeks developing width and fullness and he had a nicely rounded muzzle and a firm chin. He had a uniform white inverted ‘v’ to his face, starting at his forehead and covering his nose, whisker pads and chin, white bib, chest, limbs and under body, the points to his mask, ears and tail were a soft pale blue and his coat was pale beige in tone and it
finished on a level with his underbody, he had a white collar and little white patches down his back, his coat was moderately lengthy and very well prepared, he was a very nice kitten who was well shown and he had such a loving temperament
2 DAVIES’S RAGSHAVEN SONNY’S SUMAMAGIC – 66 31a (F) 25.06.08. A pretty Blue Pointed Bicolour girl of good type. She was well developed for her age of 6 ½ months she had good boning to her limbs, rounded paws, a lengthy bushy tail and a soundly constructed body of good weight. A broad head with a flat pale, width between her medium sized ears, large expressive eyes, mid-blue in colour and with an oblique set, she had a medium length nose with a minor dip and a slightly straighter profile, width developing to her cheeks and muzzle and she had a good depth of chin and a level bite. She had a symmetrical white inverted ‘v’ to her face that covered her nose, whisker pads and chin, the remaining mask, ears and tail were a light blue/grey that was uniform in colour and complimenting the pale beige body colour, she had a full white collar, a white bib, chest, under parts and limbs, the white on her limbs finishing level with her underbody. She was a delightful kitten who was beautifully prepared and presented and she had the sweetest of natures.
3 ADAMS & THOMPSON’S LANEGA DREAMGIRL – 66a (F) 23.04.08. Blue Pointed
AC OR PATTERN LIMIT NEUTER MALE OR FEMALE:
1 HARMER’S RAGMITTEN SASKIA – 66 (FN) 14.04.07. Seal Pointed. See open class report
2 CHAMPMAN’S EMERISLE FIRST OF TIADOR - 66 tw (MN) 13.11.07. Seal Tabby Pointed Mitted. See open class report.
3 HARRISON’S ADSETLO STORMCHASE - 66t (MN) 03.05.07. Seal Tabby Pointed Bicolour
I would just like to mention a young boy (Master R Pullen) and his kitten (Dizzipaws Zemo) who we had the pleasure of meeting in the hotel on Saturday evening. Master Pullen was such a personable young lad and he was so proud of his kitten Zemo who was the son of Imp Gr Ch Dizzipaws Bruce. Zemo was a very handsome blue point mitted lad of gorgeous type, just under 9 month old and already larger than some males I had handled at the show, he was beautifully constructed, he had a superb coat and his temperament was so laid back he was horizontal. I won’t be at all surprised to see Zemo’s show career take off, so good luck to them both although I have a feeling they won’t need it!
My sincere thanks to the new Committee and Show Management team for my invitation to judge once again at this popular breed show, sharing a venue with several other Clubs certainly makes wise economic sense and helps to create a super extra buzz in the show hall all day. My hard working and ever efficient steward was Irene Roos, always a pleasure to work with and a lady who handles all the exhibits with great care and interest, thank you Irene, I look forward to our next engagement.
CLASS 25 AC OR PATTERN PREMIER MALE
A fabulous class to start the day, with seven wonderful looking boys to choose just two winners from, thank you exhibitors for giving me such a pleasant headache!!
GPC, LAWRENCE’S IGR PR SONNYWOOD BOSSA NOVA, 66a, BLUE COLOURPOINTED, 13.05.00
In many people’s minds, including mine, this exhibit remains one of the finest blue colourpointed examples of the breed on the showbench today, just oozing style and quality of seismic proportions. A very confident lad, who does like you to know that he is in charge, as he verbally fires the odd ‘warning shot across the bow’ reminding the ‘white coats’ to treat him with the respect he deserves!! He is a really strong and powerful boy, looking so well balanced and masculine. Excellent head shape, broad with a flat plane between medium sized ears that tilt forwards slightly, wonderful Ragdoll look and expression from piercing blue eyes, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle. Wonderful body size and structure, long and large, broad chest and well toned limbs, large tufted paws and a long bushy tail to balance well. His expertly presented coat is dense and in wonderful silky condition, bluish white in colour and showing exquisite contrast with his mid blue even points colour, and he was wearing a full ruff and knickerbockers to complete the picture. Impressive lad with a most memorable appearance. Congratulations on his Imperial and BIS wins too!
RGPC, ALLEN’S PR SPIRITDANCERS DARCY, 66 31, SEAL BI-COLOUR, 08.08.06
Another very handsome boy, with striking looking seal bi-colour markings. Excellent head shape and proportions, being broad with a flat plane between ears that tilt forwards gently, well developed cheeks and rounded strong muzzle, firm chin and level bite. Expressive large and well opened blue eyes, slightly obliquely set and lovely Ragdoll expression. Very well grown and sturdy lad, of excellent body size and weight, long and muscular with broad chest, substantial limbs and large tufted paws, long bushy tail easily reaches the shoulders. Snowy white symmetrical V marking starting on the forehead and extending downwards, with bib, chest and underbody being white, white legs. His one peccadillo at the moment is that his coat, though expertly presented, is a little short particularly round the head, where he needs his ruff to come through more, the pale beige coat is silky soft and he has one small white patch of white on the back. Such a friendly boy today, very happy to show himself off. I really enjoyed handling him.
CLASS 26 AC OR PATTERN PREMIER FEMALE
GPC, SPROT’S UK & IGR CH & GR PR CHURSTON CAMEO, 66 31, SEAL BI-COLOUR, 28.03.00
Oh my, how can I possibly find something new to say about this gorgeous female that hasn’t already been said, either by me on previous occasions, or by my fellow judges! She really is a veritable example of all that is desirable about the breed and feast your eyes upon, looking every inch a glamour puss and enjoying the adulation enormously – and why not! Super Ragdoll look and type, oozing style and confidence and beautifully presented, with not a hair out of place. Excellent shape head, beautifully expressive deep blue eyes, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, nicely balanced ears and pert nose with a hint of a retrousse tip. Weighty feel to her compact body, proportionate limbs and long bushy tail just balances well. Her silky dense coat is her crowning glory, literally dripping in coat with a full ruff to enhance the facial features and bi-colour markings exquisitely. To top it all, she has the most wonderful showbench nature, so relaxed, she poses beautifully as per the teachings from the finest Swiss finishing school! The paparazzi would simply be in their element!
RGPC, BRADLEY’S PR VONVARDA KA CHINA, 66 31a, BLUE BI-COLOUR, 10.05.07
Wonderful size female, who I have had the pleasure of judging before. There is certainly no need to make any allowance for her being smaller than the males, she can certainly ‘hold her own’ in that area, as she is one of the best sized females on the showbench, large and powerful and retaining her excellent balance and proportions. Lovely head shape, broad with a flat plane between medium sized ears, well developed cheeks and muzzle, firm chin and level bite. Large, round eyes are set slightly obliquely and apart, deep blue in colour and so expressive. Nicely marked bi-colour, her snowy white symmetrical V marking starts on the forehead and extends downwards to the chin, white bib, chest and under body, white legs and tufted white paws. Her coat is fairly long but lays flat along her back, and is quite a dark colour, though there is still contrast with deeper blue points. Very relaxed and happy to be handled.
CLASS 5 AC BI-COLOUR ADULT, MALE
As well as the male entered for the CC and eight beautiful females, I had three very handsome boys entered just for BOB, and it was a real challenge to separate such quality exhibits.
BOB, JONES’ UK & IGR CH SILKIESTAR RAPHAEL, 66 31, SEAL, 03.04.04.
I really liked this fellow! He looked so awesome, stylish and with such presence he just posed regally and really looked pretty exceptional. Everything about him is straight from the standard, he is powerful and imposing, has distinctive markings and displays an extremely striking appearance. Excellent head shape and balance, a sturdy body and strong limbs, long tail to balance well. Wonderful seal bi-colour markings enhance his overall look, whilst his silky soft thick beige coat was presented to perfection. A real showman and a pleasure to award the BOB, I was delighted to see him chosen as best bi-colour adult and later the overall BIS exhibit, richly deserved, congratulations!
1ST, CC WITHHELD, SHOREMAN’S TUFTYTOES PADDINGTON, 66 31a, BLUE, 21.07.04
This very friendly boy was a wonderful size and structure, looking well balanced and proportioned. Very good shape to head, being broad with a flat plane between medium sized ears that tilt forwards gently, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle. His just medium length nose has a gentle dip to the profile, firm chin and level bite. Large, well opened blue eyes are set slightly obliquely, the blue colour is a little on the pale side. Pleasing body length and weight, strong and substantial, with proportionate limbs and bushy tail that could be a tad longer for perfect balance. I was very sorry to have to withhold the CC on him this morning, but for me his show condition let him down rather badly, as his bluish white coat was flat and rather greasy to the touch, looking particularly unkempt around the tummy area whilst his legs looked badly stained with a yellow tinge rather than snowy white. I did try to find his owners to explain my decision, but unfortunately we just couldn’t seem to be in the same place at the same time!
CLASS 6 AC BI-COLOUR ADULT, FEMALE
Another super class of exhibits, with seven females vying for top spot, plus an additional girl entered for BOB, where she came up against the stunning males.
CC, HARRISON’S VALLEYCAT FIRST EDITION, 66 31, SEAL, 05.02.05
When I walked down the line at the start of the class, I felt this girl could be in my top three, and she did not disappoint. She did look quite sensational! Lovely Ragdoll type and size, her head is well proportioned with the body size and weight, limbs are substantial and her paws are large, round and tufted, good tail length to balance. Very nice top of head, being broad with a flat plane between ears that tilt forwards slightly, medium length nose with gentle dip, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, firm chin. Beautiful eye shape and colour is fairly deep blue, her expression is enhanced by the pencil eye liner markings under her eyes. Her dense and silky coat had been beautifully presented, her bi-colour markings are striking. The inverted white V marking starts at the top of the forehead as a trickle, extends downwards to the chin, she has a white bib, chest and underbelly, legs are all white. She has one white patch near her left front leg and one patch down her back, the remainder of the coat is predominantly pale beige, lovely contrasts with her deep seal ears and mask. She really looks stunning but certainly prefers the security of her pen, as she became more like an octopus with eight legs when we had her out to admire her, constantly wriggling and doing her utmost to make an escape! I understand from her ecstatic owners that she became a champion today, congratulations.
2ND, NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA GYPSY ROSE, 66 31a, BLUE, 06.09.07
Another very pretty girl, who I have seen before, in fact I have given her a CC quite recently. Just sixteen months old and developing so very nicely. Her head is broad with a flat plane, good width between her medium sized ears that tilt forwards gently, lovely nose length with gentle dip to the profile. Well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, bite appears level and chin is fairly strong. Large, well opened eyes are set slightly obliquely and apart, good depth to the blue colour and such a gentle expression. Well grown and well proportioned girl of pleasing body length and weight, medium length legs and large round paws with delicate tufts, bushy tail to balance. Her silky coat was in wonderful condition, so luxurious and presented to perfection. Her white inverted V marking on the forehead is symmetrical if a fraction generous, her legs are white albeit the bluish white coat colour encroaches slightly to the top of the front legs. She was a dream to handle, so friendly and relaxed with surely a promising future ahead of her.
3RD, WESTWOOD’S GROOVICATS ARYANMIST, 66 31, SEAL, 16.03.08
An attractive seal bi-colour, looking most promising and such a relaxed girl, as she kneaded her paws on her blanket or on our coats whilst enjoying a cuddle! Very good head shape, nice and broad with flat plane between medium sized ears that tilt forwards, medium length nose with a gentle dip to the profile, hint of a retrousse tip, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, firm chin and level bite. Large, well opened eyes are china blue and so expressive. Strong and sturdy feel to the body and limbs, looking well balanced and proportioned with super bushy tail to balance. Her pale beige coat is fairly dense and beautifully presented, just needing a little more length and her ruff to develop to complete the picture. She has white markings over her shoulders and white chin, bib, chest and belly, legs all white. Nice girl.
EXTRA 3RD, HASSETT’S HAPPYTYME MISS BEHAVING, 66 31a, BLUE, 03.03.08
So lovely to see such a pretty young lady developing well. I last saw her as a kitten, when I commented that she was showing lots of promise. Now into the adult classes and still looking understandably immature, but she certainly ticks all the right boxes for the breed! Very pleasing head shape, good breadth and flat plane between her ears that are looking a fraction large at the moment, more so when she was performing her wriggling antics whilst we had her out of the pen, much better when she relaxed on her blanket. Medium length nose with gentle dip to the profile, slight retrousse finish at the tip, cheeks and muzzle show round contours, good chin and bite. Large, well opened eyes, spaced apart and deep blue in colour. Well grown and well proportioned girl, good body length and weight, proportionate limbs and fairly bushy tail to balance. Her silky soft bluish white coat was beautifully presented, if a touch short at present, needing more length and a ruff to develop. She shows a white, almost T shaped marking across her shoulders and onto her back, and a small white patch on the back and a few wispy white hairs by the tail. She has a symmetrical V marking starting on the forehead, white chin, bib, chest and belly and her legs are white, with just a small spot of blue colouring on the back left leg. Playful girl, who was almost hyperactive in her behaviour, such a personality!
4TH, FITZPATRICK’S EMERISLE GYPSOPHILIA, 66 31a, BLUE, 23.03.02
A more mature female, with such an incredibly gentle nature, purring away and lovingly nibbling our fingers whilst she was being judged! Good head shape, broad with a flat plane between ears that tilt forwards slightly and showing good balance and proportions to the head, with well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle. Large, well opened eyes are set slightly obliquely and are deep blue in colour, super expression. Good body length and boning, though I do feel that she could be heavier and more substantial in weight. Her white V marking on the forehead is slightly off centre and a little narrow, she has a white chin, bib, chest, belly and legs, whilst her back has a fairly wide white line down the spine, but still within the allowance of one third. She was sporting a wonderful full ruff and her coat was silky soft and in excellent condition.
CLASS 41 AC OR PATTERN SPECIAL LIMIT ADULT, MALE OR FEMALE
1ST, HAWORTH’S GR CH DIZZIPAWS BRUCE, 66, SEAL COLOURPOINTED MALE, 02.08.06
This boy has star quality in bucketloads! A very handsome and charismatic lad, looking so regal and poised. Fabulous head shape, broad with a flat plane between well positioned medium sized ears, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, firm chin and level bite. Excellent deep blue large and well opened eyes, set slightly obliquely and with a smouldering expression to win the ladies over! Wonderful body size and weight, well structured and well proportioned, substantial limbs and large tufted paws, a long bushy tail completes the picture. His soft and beautifully presented silky pale beige coat is medium in length, he has a ruff to frame the head, gorgeous velvety deep seal points to contrast exquisitely. Congratulations on his clean sweep today, culminating in his best colourpointed adult win, well deserved, he looked sensational, obviously being well coached to handle the well deserved show stardom!
2ND, FITZPATRICK’S CH EMERISLE EMILIO BANDITO, 66 31, SEAL BI-COLOUR MALE, 08.04.05
It is quite usual to say that a cat is wearing a fabulous coat, but today I thought the coat was wearing the cat as this wonderful boy seemed to disappear under the amazingly profuse and fantastically groomed coat! He was certainly well wrapped up in his polar bear coat for the freezing temperatures outside! Very good Ragdoll look and type, his head is broad with a flat plane between ears that are medium in size – once you found them under his ruff! Well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, good chin. Medium length nose with gentle dip to the profile. He tended to relax the eyes a little too much at times, spoiling the large and well opened shape that was much more obvious when we had his full attention, the eye colour is exceptionally deep sapphire blue. Very strong and sturdy boy, of good proportions, with long muscular body, substantial limbs and super tufted paws, bushy tail to balance. His silky soft coat is quite dark beige on the back, he has a white patch near the shoulders, white chin, bib, chest and belly and legs are white, albeit the right front leg has a small seal spot of colour. He was just a little tetchy whilst being handled, and was none too keen for me to check his bite today, but then who enjoys seeing the dentist!?
3RD, HARRISON’S VALLEYCAT FIRST EDITION, SEE CLASS 6
CLASS 49 AC OR PATTERN ARISTOCRACT ADULT, MALE OR FEMALE
1ST, HARRISON’S VALLEYCAT FIRST EDITION, SEE CLASS 6
2ND, NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA GYPSY ROSE, SEE CLASS 6
3RD, EDMUNDS’ ECALPHARAS MARTINI, 66g, BLUE TORTIE COLOURPOINTED FEMALE, 23.06.07
CLASS 61 AC OR PATTERN SPECIAL LIMIT KITTEN, MALE OR FEMALE
1ST, GRIFFITHS & SCOTT’S RAGTASIA SUMMER BREEZE, 66 31a, BLUE BI-COLOUR FEMALE, 12.04.08
One of the crème de la crème exhibits for me today, a beautiful young lady, looking so feminine and demure. Lovely Ragdoll look, her head is broad with a flat plane and good width between medium ears that tilt forwards gently, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle. Medium length nose with gentle dip to the profile, delicate retrousse tip, firm chin and level bite. Stunning deep blue eyes are large and well opened, set slightly obliquely and apart, the expression is enhanced by her snowy white inverted V marking on the forehead. Very pleasing body size and structure, long and muscular tones already, chest has breadth and limbs are substantial, paws have delicate tufts and her tail is long and bushy to balance. Her soft and silky kitten coat was in superb condition, beautifully groomed and predominantly bluish white with a couple of white patches on the shoulders and back, white chin, chest, belly and legs. A wonderfully relaxed girl, showing herself off to perfection and a pleasure to judge for best bi-colour kitten as well today, which I was delighted to award to her. If I had a crystal ball, I could confidently see a promising future ahead!
2ND, PULLEN’S DIZZIPAWS ZEMO, 66aw, BLUE MITTED MALE, 12.04.08
I have judged this young lad before, pleasing to see him developing so well. He really has the size and stature that the breed is renowned for, with a wonderful broad head shape, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, good width between medium sized ears and medium length nose with gentle dip to the profile. His eyes are large and well opened, set slightly obliquely and perhaps a little pale in colour. Strong, muscular feel to his body, broad chest developing and substantial limbs, round tufted paws and a long bushy tail reaching the shoulders in length. His thick and silky coat is presented to perfection, pale bluish white in colour and contrasting well with his pale blue points colour. His chin is white, as is his bib, chest and under belly, back legs are also snowy white. It is a good thing that the standard says type and appearance are paramount over markings, as his one “fault” is that his front white mittens are a little high, particularly the right front foot. He is a stunning looking boy, though his temperament can occasionally let him down a little, as he tenses during judging, much better relaxed in his pen.
3RD, FELTHAM’S MONTANTE ORCHID, 66, SEAL COLOURPOINTED FEMALE, 25.04.08
CLASS 78 AC OR PATTERN JUNIOR NEUTER, MALE OR FEMALE
1ST, BRADLEY’S PR VONVARDA KA CHINA, SEE CLASS 26
2ND, FIFIELD-SMITH’S GUYSNDOLLS MR LEO, 66a, BLUE COLOURPOINTED MALE, 02.02.07
Quite a striking young lad, of excellent size and structure. Pleasing Ragdoll look, his head is broad with a flat plane between medium sized ears that tilt forwards gently, well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, firm chin and level bite. His nose is medium in length with a gentle dip when viewed in profile. One of his most attractive features are his wonderfully expressive deep blue eyes, large and well opened and set apart and obliquely. Well proportioned and of lovely size, with long muscular body, thick set limbs and large tufted paws, bushy tail balanced well. His silky coat is dense and well presented, slighter darker than the ideal bluish white, but still shows contrast with his mid blue even points colour. He really enjoyed a cuddle and was delightful to judge.
3RD, HARMER’S RAGSMITTEN SASKIA, 66, SEAL COLOURPOINTED FEMALE, 14.04.07
CLASS 83 AC OR PATTERN TABBY NEUTER, MALE OR FEMALE
1ST, CHAPMAN’S EMERISLE FIRST OF TIADOR, 66tw, SEAL TABBY MITTED MALE, 13.11.07
Just over a year old and this boy already looks and feels quite massive! Good head shape, being broad with a flat plane between his solid seal ears that tilt forwards slightly, fairly well developed cheeks and muzzle, just a little more strength to this area would enhance his overall balanced look. Expressive deep blue large and well opened eyes with light coloured spectacle markings framing them. Well grown boy, excellent body length and weight, with proportionate limbs and round tufted paws, bushy lightly ringed tail to balance. Whilst his tabby markings are well defined and numerous, he does suffer a little from the perennial problem experienced by some seal tabbies in that his coat is a little patchy and shaded in places. He has white front mittens, white chin, bib and chest and practically the entire underbody is white, albeit there is a darker spot around his tummy which could have had more preparation as it looked somewhat grubby. Very nice natured lad, he didn’t mind the tummy tickling at all!
2ND, HARRISON’S ADSETLO STORMCHASE, 66t, SEAL TABBY COLOURPOINTED MALE, 03.05.07
Another seal tabby, this time a colourpointed boy with an excellent head shape, broad with a flat plane, nicely defined tabby markings on mask and stunning deep blue large and well opened eyes. Very good size and structure, muscular body and proportionate limbs. Unfortunately today, he was badly let down by lack of show preparation and he really needed much more attention to his presentation. His dense and medium long coat is quite dark beige, though still showing contrast with his well defined tabby markings, but the condition was poor, looking and feeling unkempt and greasy all over. Such a shame, as apart from this, he was a handsome and appealing looking boy with a very relaxed temperament.
CLASS 88a ANY RAGDOLL KITTEN MALE
1ST, PULLEN’S DIZZIPAWS ZEMO, 66aw, SEE CLASS 61
2ND, DUNSTALL’S ELANESSE HURLUIN THEFAIR, 66 31a, BLUE BI-COLOUR, 15.08.08
A handsome youngster, almost five months old and really at the stage in his development where he needs more time for everything to come together. Good head shape, already looking broad with gently rounded contours to the cheeks and muzzle that just needs to strengthen some more for perfection. Good flat plane between ears that are looking a little large at the moment, but well set. Medium length nose with gentle dip to the profile, good strong chin and level bite. Expressive large and well opened blue eyes, expression enhanced by his inverted snowy white V marking that starts on the forehead and is symmetrical. His legs are white, albeit there is a tiny smudge of blue colouring on his left front foot. Well grown boy, promising size and structure particularly for his age, limbs and tail in proportion. Lovely nature, so playful and enjoying his day out.
3RD, SABINE’S SILKIESTAR LOGAN, 66w, SEAL MITTED, 20.05.08
CLASS 88b ANY RAGDOLL KITTEN MALE
1ST, COOK’S HIGHVIEW BACKCHAT, 66, SEAL COLOURPOINTED, 11.04.08
A very promising looking youngster, with probably the best retrousse tip to the nose I’ve seen today! Very good head shape, showing good breadth with a flat plane between ears that are looking a fraction large at the moment as he needs a little more time to grow into them fully! Well developed cheeks and gently rounded muzzle, firm chin and level bite. Large, well opened eyes showing slight brindling on the mask around them at the moment, good strong deep blue colour. Well grown and well proportioned, nice solid feel to his body and limbs, paws look as they will be massive! His tail is fairly bushy already and easily reaches his shoulders to balance well with the body. His deep seal points colour is still fully to come through, particularly the mask and chin, but shows good contrast with his pale beige kitten coat that was well presented on top, a little more attention to his tummy area would be beneficial. Contrary to what his name might suggest, he did not have any backchat for us, he behaved impeccably and was a delight to handle.
2ND, GRIFFITHS & SCOTT’S RAGTASIA JAQUE SON, 66a, BLUE COLOURPOINTED, 21.06.08
I really liked the wonderful structure of this young man, already strong and muscular, wonderful boning. Excellent head shape, broad with a flat plane, medium sized ears tilting forwards slightly, good nose length and dip to profile, hint of a retrousse tip. Well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle. Large, well opened eyes are set obliquely and apart, the eye colour is a trifle disappointing being a pale blue. Well proportioned and well grown lad, broad chest developing, short neck and looking so well balanced, his limbs and tufted paws are strong and sturdy. His pale bluish white coat is dense and medium in length, well presented and contrasting with his blue points colouring magnificently. It was his pale eye colour and slight evidence of a greasy stud tail that placed him second today! Super nature.
3RD, TERRY’S MIDNIGHTSTAR MAGICMYSTERY, 66a, BLUE COLOURPOINTED, 21.07.08
CLASS 89a ANY RAGDOLL KITTEN FEMALE
1ST, ROY’S PETALPAWS TIGERLILY, 66t, SEAL TABBY COLOURPOINTED, 30.06.08
A very pretty female, with wonderful shape to the head, nice breadth between medium sized ears that tilt forwards slightly. Cheeks fairly well developed already and rounded contours to the muzzle. Medium length nose with gentle dip to the profile, retrousse tip, chin is strong and bite is level. Large, well opened eyes are set apart and obliquely, lovely deep blue colour. The expression is enhanced by the seal tabby markings on the mask. Well grown girl, nice solid and muscular feel to the body and limbs, her tail is bushy and of good length to balance, showing plentiful rings. Front legs are well marked with her stripes of seal brown on a paler brown agouti ground colour, back legs solid seal. Her pale beige coat is silky soft on top, little more preparation to the tummy area required for perfection. Wonderful nature and a striking looking girl.
2ND, LYNCH’S MAGISRAGIS PERSEPHONE, 66 31, SEAL BI-COLOUR, 04.10.08
Well this little beauty stole a few hearts here today and I believe there was a queue of people trying to cuddle her and sneak her into their pockets by the end of the day! She is just fourteen weeks old and the baby of the show, a real poppet. Naturally, it is still very early days but so far so good! She is displaying many qualities already, her head shape is developing, cheeks and muzzle just need to fill out some more for perfection. Good space between her ears already, ears still looking a little large. Her eye colour is sensational, deep sapphire blue and so vibrant. Nice bi-colour markings, her snowy white V marking on the forehead is symmetrical, she has white in all the right places albeit the white on her front legs doesn’t quite stretch to the tops, with the beige coat colouring creeping down a little. Wonderful nature and one to watch out for in the future!
3RD, DRESCHER’S HAPPYTYME MAGIC MONTANNA, 66w, SEAL MITTED, 03.08.08
CLASS 89b ANY RAGDOLL KITTEN FEMALE
1ST, GRIFFITHS & SCOTT’S RAGTASIA SUMMER BREEZE, SEE CLASS 61
2ND, LAMONT’S CATTITUDE DÉJÀ VU, 66, SEAL COLOURPOINTED, 17.06.08
Another most attractive and feminine looking baby, purring her head off and so happy! Very nice Ragdoll look developing, her head shows breadth between the ears that tilt forwards slightly, cheeks and muzzle show rounded contours and her nose is medium in length with a gentle dip to the profile, hint of a retrousse tip. Super expressive blue eyes, so gentle and appealing, large and well opened set slightly obliquely. Well grown girl, her body has good length and weight with proportionate limbs and rounded paws with wispy tufts, nice tail length to balance. Beautiful deep velvety seal points colouring contrasts with her pale beige soft and silky kitten coat, just a slight darker area around the tummy. A lovely girl, unlucky to meet the stunning bi-colour but still with oodles of class and promise for the future.
3RD, NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA FORGETMENOT, 66a, BLUE COLOURPOINTED, 04.05.08
I felt privileged to judge the Overall Best in Show at the BRCC’s Seventh Championship Show last Saturday. Six ragdolls to judge, but the standard was of the highest quality. I would like to thank Paula and the team for the invitation. My winner was Mrs Jones wonderful UK & IMPERIAL GRAND CHAMPION SILKIESTAR RAPHAEL, a magnificent Seal Bi-Colour with the type, pattern, coat and star quality that typifies Best Exhibits! I was so interested to find out, when enjoying a really good evening with some Ragdoll exhibitors after the show, that the seal colourpointed male that was a close runner up to Best Exhibit was his son Bruce, owned by Mrs Haworth and I was also privileged to have a cuddle with a really promising kitten, Dizzipaws Zemo, who was his grandson !!!
Many thanks to all concerned for a very enjoyable time with outstanding Ragdolls.
AC OR PATTERN DEBUTANTE NEUTER:
1 to SMITH LEASOWES MCDREAMIE (66) 11.03.08. A big neutered male with a large heavy body, strong legs with large tufted paws, tail balanced and bushy; ears of medium size, wide set and forward tilted, broad head, dip in profile, full cheeks, rounded muzzle, good chin and level bite; eyes well set and bright blue colour. Lovely silky coat with a full ruff, seal points with very good contrast on body, excellent condition and well presented.
2 to MILLER’S ADATELO DESTINY BEAUJOLAIS (66a) 4.12.07. A very pretty female who was rather tense and had had enough by the time we got to her, so I judged her in her pen; good firm body, legs and paws in proportion, tail balanced and bushy; ears medium and well set, balanced head, dip in profile, full cheeks, rounded muzzle, good chin and level bite; eyes large, well set and vivid blue colour. Silky coat with a fair ruff, soft blue points and cool tone to body; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
3 to FLETCHER HAPPINESS RUDOLPH (66fw) 27.9.07.
AC OR PATTERN VETERAN NEUTER:
1 to SPROT’S UK & IGR CH & GR PR CHURSTON CAMEO (66.31) 28.3.00. A beautiful mature female with lovely deep blue eyes and a sweet expression; firm body with legs and tufted paws in proportion, tail balanced and very bushy; ears medium, forward tilted and wide set, balanced head, dip in profile, rounded muzzle, firm chin and level bite; eyes large, well set and deep blue colour. Silky coat with a full ruff and knickerbockers, balanced white inverted V bib and under-parts; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
Thank you for the invitation to judge at the Show again this year. The Royal Showground is a pleasant venue, quite a new building, very spacious with room for several shows, and a nice area for the trade stalls, (I spotted some super jewelled collars for cats which were very tempting for your loved one) loads of free parking, good lighting, and a pleasant atmosphere. Stefan Harnell was my steward, and I was grateful that he had offered to help me at short notice.
AC OR PATTERN CHAMPION MALE
1 & GR CH DAVIES’ GR CH RAGSHAVEN BUSTERS LEGACY 27.3.05
Blue Bi Colour. Overall impression, exactly like the SOP for long, muscular body, thick neck, broad chest, a really substantial man, and the long, full, slightly tapering tail to match. Broad head with flat plane to forehead, medium ears wideset, tilted forward, thin feathers. Full cheeks and rounded muzzle, very neat bite, especially top teeth, and deep firm chin. Gentle profile dip, very pale pink nose leather. Large well opened eyes in slight oblique set, clear pale periwinkle blue. Very soft dense coat, medium in length, pastel bluish white over back with one white slash and one white patch, and all greyish blue points well matched. Very even pointed symmetrical blaze down fact and continuing down over chest, under belly and to top of back legs. Good grooming and very pleasant temperament completed the picture.
2 & RESERVE GR CH FITZPATRICK’S CH EMERISLE BANDITO EMILIO 8.4.05
Seal Bi Colour. First impression, rather nervous today, but in appearance – absolutely dripping with coat. Excellent head, broad, flat plane, ears could have been a little larger to balance his overall size and ‘held out’. I can’t explain it better, may be his nerves. White feathers at the front of his ears, which I have never seen before, most unusual and rather cute. Gentle profile dip, but nose straight beneath, with pink nose leather. Full cheeks, broad muzzle and firm deep chin. Level bite. Sound blue eyes just a little deep set. Superb boning with legs and feet to match. Long full tail, tapering a little to tip, very dark seal in shade. Masses of thick dense coat, beige over the back with white collar and one diagonal-y patch. Wide inverted ‘V’ passing over eyes, down over chin, chest, underbody and to top of hocks. One tiny spot at back of right front leg.
It was a very difficult decision between two cats with many individual good points but Emilio was let down by his grooming, an important segment of showing, with grubby paw pads.
AC OR PATTERN CHAMPION FEMALE
1 & GR CH FITTEN’S CH FINEARTE ZEPHYR ROSE 17.8.06
Blue Bi Colour. A very clever prefix for a pretty girl with a pretty name. Well behaved with a feminine, but sound type head. Flat plane, good width top of head, very good ears for size, set, tilt and feathers. Full cheeks, level bite, broad muzzle, and good firm chin. Beautiful large deep blue eyes in slight oblique set. Good body length and balanced long tail to match, not very full, but very good points colour. Dense medium length coat, bluish white coat just a little dull in colour over back, with a jagged white patch over the right shoulder and base of right flank. Neat inverted white ‘V’ down face, chin, chest under belly and to top of hocks at the back. It was pleasing to see that her claws had been clipped, a thoughtful point for a show, but her feet looked quite grubby and I wondered if it was the type of litter used. She had a very nice temperament, very well behaved.
AC OR PATTERN NON-BREEDERS ADULT, MALE
1 JONES’ UK & IGR CH SILKIESTAR RAPHAEL 3.4.04
Seal Bi Colour. A very senior man, not to say fat, but first class all round. Broad head, flat plane, wide top, ears just right, full cheeks, broad rounded muzzle and decent chin. Very defined profile dip. Eyes just a touch deep set, but large, slight oblique set and beautiful deep blue. Excellent body and bone, large solid legs and paws to match, long full tail, deep seal perfect match with mask. Dense medium coat, silky and well groomed, beige over the back, with white collar and long diamond. Even inverted white ‘V’ extending down over face, chin, chest, all under belly and to top of back legs. Back feet not quite sparkling white. An excellent example of what a ragdoll should be like. It is hard to beat deep seal, beige and white as a colour combination.
2 LYNCH’S CHESAWOOD BURLINGTONBERTIE 15.3.08
Seal Colourpointed. Only just adult, but progressing quite well. Quite good head, broad top, full cheeks, broad muzzle and fair chin depth but ‘steps back a bit’. Strong profile dip, medium length nose, seal nose leather. Acceptable two-tone blue eyes, still deepening from the centre. Fairly good body length, still filling out, long full tail, excellent points match, deep seal all round. Medium length soft coat, beige over the back, little uneven in shade and shading lighter under the belly, nearly white down the centre, and pale around the head, ruff and bib. Very nice temperament.
3 LANCASHIRE’S FILENSIO SOUTHERN COMFORT 26.1.08
Seal mitted. What a suitable name!
AC OR PATTERN NON-BREEDERS ADULT FEMALE
1 WESTWOOD’S GROOVICATS ARYANMIST 16.3.08
Seal Bi-Colour. Wriggly! FAT and purring. A winning combination. Broad typy head, ears very tilted forward, deepset deep blue eyes just a fraction round still, but very sound colour. Gentle profile dip, pink nose leather, decent chin. Good strong body, boning and length, and balanced long full tail. Soft dense medium length coat, even pale beige over the back, full white collar. Broad inverted ‘V’ on deep seal mask, white all the way down chin, chest, belly and to top of back legs. Good grooming, very pleasant temperament.
2 MORRIS’ MONTANTE PURDY 12.7.07
Blue Mitted. Curvy forehead, flat wide top of head, medium ears with very long feathery tufts, and very nice gentle profile dip and nose. Chin curves back a little, though good depth. Sapphire blue eyes in slight oblique set. Good body length, tail just long enough to balance, but well furred, and good blue-grey points match all round and mask. Medium length dense coat, bluish-white over back. Neat mitts, and good level boots. A very lively lady, full of beans.
3 STERIO’S SHAMANTA BLUE LIGHTENING 3.10.07
Blue Tabby Point
AC OR PATTERN VETERAN ADULT MALE OR FEMALE
1 GRIFFITHS & SCOTT’S MARGELITE APPLE JAQUE 1.7.98
A lovely old man, AND into double figures. Good type, superb eyes, large, deep blue, in slight oblique set. Excellent muscular body length, substantial bone and balanced long full tail. Soft blue over back, long coat as well, lacking in grooming I am afraid, what a pity. Full mask, good blue-grey points match all round. It is nice to see the older ones out on the show bench.
AC OR PATTERN, NON-BREEDERS KITTEN MALE
1 COOK’S HIGHVIEW BACKCHAT 11.4.08
Seal Colourpointed. First impression – excellent contrasts between deep seal points and very pale body coat. Good weight and size for his age. Excellent ears, large well open eyes still two-tone blue, quite good gentle dip in medium length nose, broad muzzle, fairly good chin. Long tail, very good points match, very soft dense coat shortish, as one would expect in a kitten, but promising young lad, purring.
2 PULLEN’S DIZZIPAWS ZEMO 12.4.08
Blue Mitted. Nearly a perfect profile, with gentle dip and suggestion of retrousse nose, and very good large blue eyes in slight oblique set otherwise very good all round. Good body length, overall size, tail just long enough to balance. Big coat and beautifully groomed too. Bluish white over back, pale underneath, good greyish blue points. Right miss a bit high, left one correct. Good boots to top of leg.
3 TERRY’S MIDNIGHTSTAR MAGICMYSTERY 21.6.08
Blue Colourpointed. Quite nice all round. Broad head, very good medium ears, tilted forward, straightish profile dip, good blue eyes. Very good body length and development, long full tail, and good greyish-blue points match all round. Soft coat, bluish white over back, paler underneath. Noticeably good grooming, making the most of his charms.
X3 ADAMS’ SILKIESTAR HENRY HIGGINS 5.5.08
Blue Colourpointed. Handsome boy attractive pastel blue coat. Shallow profile curve. Well grown.
Four quality kittens, hard to choose between them.
AC OR PATTERN DEBUTANTE KITTEN MALE
1 COOK’S HIGHVIEW BACKCHAT
2 TERRY’S MIDNIGHTSTAR MAGICMYSTERY
3 ADAMS’ SILKIESTAR HENRY HIGGINS
AC OR PATTERN DEBUTANTE KITTEN FEMALE
1 DRESCHER’S HAPPYTYME MAGIC MONTANNA 3.8.08
Seal Mitted. She has a perfect profile, the best one I saw all day. Nice full cheeks and broad muzzle, and firm chin for a baby, with two-tone big round blue eyes as yet. Plump little girl, good size for her age, balanced long tail, quite full and good seal points match. Hint of brindling, very pale beige soft coat over back. Neat mitts and boots to hock.
2 ADAMS & THOMPSON’S LANEGA DREAMGIRL 23.4.08
Blue Colourpointed. Good width of head, with medium size ears tilted forward and good feathers. Full cheeks, broad muzzle, fairly good chin depth, gentle dip in profile, blue nose leather. Large round soft blue eyes in slight oblique set. Excellent body length and boning, and balanced long tapering tail. Pastel bluish grey points match all round. Clear bluish white soft dense coat over back, shading to pale under the belly, with ragged curly tum. Very promising ‘nearly an adolescent’.
3 BRAND’S RAGSHAVEN FAYLINN 26.7.08
Blue Mitted. Very pleasant kitten, well groomed.
AC OR PATTERN TABBY KITTEN, MALE OR FEMALE
1 ROY’S PETALPAWS TIGERLILY 30.6.08
Seal Tabby Point. A real tabby, and good with it. Typy head, good width and filling out well, with clear face mask, spectacles, ‘M’, whisker pads, the lot. Gentle dip in nose. Deep blue eyes stand out. Faint pearly edges to ears. Very good body length, sound boning, long thick full tail, with faint rings matching the fine leg bars. Dense soft coat, very pale beige over the back, excellent contrasts. Very attractive.
AC OR PATTERN ARISTOCRAT NEUTER, MALE OR FEMALE
1 BULLOCK’S QUARENTO PUSSY GALORE 14.10.06
Seal Bi-Colour female. Such an attractive name for a very attractive lady. Excellent ears for size, colour and set. Good head, quite nice gentle profile dip, eyes a little round in set, but excellent deep blue. Very good body length, substantial and with broad strong legs. Excellent tail, long, thick, tapering to tip, and striking points contrast, deep velvety seal mask and tail. Rather dark beige and a bit streaky over back, with two good patches, but soft and dense in texture. Sharply pointed inverted white ‘V’ on face, and down over chin, chest, underbody and to top of back legs. Striking contrasts, very picturesque.
2 FIFIELD-SMITH’S GUYSNDOLLS MR LEO 2.2.07
Blue Colourpointed Male. Huge! Good head type, beautiful deep blue eyes, profile dip a little shallow. Excellent body size in all directions, and long full tail, with medium grey-blue points. Bluish white over back, but does rather lack contrast except round the head and ruff, which are lovely. Good grooming and temperament.
3 CHAMBERLAIN’S FILENSIO DARK VELVET
CHARITY CLASS – ANY RAGDOLL ADULT, KITTEN OR NEUTER, MALE OR FEMALE
1 COOK’S HIGHVIEW BACKCHAT
2 SAINT’S HAPPINESS SIR LAUNCELOT 4.3.05
Seal Colourpointed Male Neuter. Very dark all over, rather lacking in contrast at the moment, BUT excellent body and bone, and full tail to match. Full broad head, with cheeks and muzzle, profile dip a little shallow, medium blue large round eyes in slight oblique set, and excellent deep seal brown points.
3 FELTHAM’S MOMTANTE ORCHID 25.4.08
Seal Colourpointed Female Kitten
X3 LAMONT’S CATTITUDE DEJA VU 17.6.08
Seal Colourpointed Female Kitten
I was looking forward to judging at this show and this year I made it, I was not disappointed. My grateful thanks to the Club, committee and show manager Mrs Celia Leighton and her assistants Paula Long & Len Southern. I had a lovely time amongst so many lovely Ragdoll. I liked the venue and the ideal of 7 breed shows in same venue. Once again I was very pleased to have Nicky Butler as my steward, thank you Nicky for coming specially; I hope you enjoyed your day. Sincere thanks to the exhibitors for entering their lovely cats, many thanks for the gift which I shall enjoy at my leisure.
BLUE BI COLOUR MALE KITTEN:
1 FITTEN’S FINEARTE MYSTIC MERLYN 66 31a. Blue Bi Colour 11/7//08. Mature lad of good type, nice width to broad head, with a pleasing evident flat plane, showing good width to medium size ears, held well apart, with pleasing tilt forward, well furnished, rounded at tip. Cheeks well developed with a good depth to nicely developed muzzle, firm chin and good bite. Correct medium length to nose, with pleasing gentle dip showing slight retrousse to tip. Large well opened eyes showing desired oblique set, well apart of a good blue. Nicely balanced white vertical V from forehead extending down, covering nose, pink nose leather, whisker pads and chin, not going past outer aperture of the eye. Good length to body already showing a firm muscular feel, short neck, with nice clean white bid, chest, set on medium length substantial large round tufted paws, clean pink pads, front legs nice and white, with clean white back legs up to the hocks, nice clean white under body. Nicely prepared coat that was of a good length, , silky texture with a faint hint of blue against the white to the back and sides, giving a most attractive contrast to the even pale blue to ears, mask and on a long bushy tail up to the shoulders. A very attractive young lad who was presented in tip top condition with a very laid back disposition, a pleasure to handle.
2 DUNSTALL’S ELANESSE HURLUIN THEFAIR 66 31a. Blue Bi Colour. 15/8/08. Young lad who is still developing, quite good width to head, nice flat plane, medium size rounded ears held high and close and quite straight at present, should come in time. Cheeks need more fullness, muzzle developing, reasonable depth to chin, good bite. Large well opened eyes of a nice blue, just a little bold today, Correct medium length to nose, showing gentle dip with slight retrousse to tip. Very pale blue colouring to ears, mask, separated by a clean white balanced V coming from forehead downwards covering nose, whisker pads, chin not past outer aperture of the eye, and on an slightly sparse tail but of good length. For just under 5 months old this lad was of a good size with good boning and length to his body, set on medium legs, front legs being pristine white, as was bib , chest and under body, with back legs white up to the hock. With large rounded tufted paws, pink pads. Nicely groomed and presented coat of a very nice silky texture, showing a very slight hint of blue to back and sides. Sweet temperament to this young lad who just needs to fill out, in head, chin, which should come as he develops, very nicely shown.
BLUE BI COLOUR FEMALE KITTEN:
1 & BOB GRIFFITH & SCOTT’S RAGTASIA SUMMER BREEZE 66 31 a Blue Bi Colour 12/4/08. Beautiful girl of lovely type, super broad head, with very pleasing flat plane, nice rounded well furnished ears, with slight tilt forward, correct wide set. Lovely full cheeks with a most pleasing well developed rounded muzzle, excellent depth to chin, correct medium length to nose with gentle dip showing retrousse to tip. Very expressive large well opened eyes showing the desired oblique set and of a stunning deep blue. Nice even slate grey colouring to ears, mask, separated by a very distinct white evenly balanced white vertical V coming from the forehead, downwards, covering the nose, pink nose leather, whisker pads and the chin, not extending past outer eye aperture. Nice matching Slate grey colouring to a nice full busy tail, up to the shoulders. Excellent boning, substance to this attractive girl who was solid with a good muscular feel to her, set on medium length legs with large rounded tufted paws, pink pads. Nice clean even from white legs with sparkling white bib and chest, back legs white up to the hock, with nice clean white underbody. A very attractive girl who was beautifully shown with a nice soft silky coat of very good length, showing a most pleasing bluish white tinge to back and sides, with 2 patches of white. I rather liked this girl who was so sweet to handle so serene and a pleasure to judge. I was pleased to learn she later went best in Show Bi Colour Kitten, congratulations
2 DUNSTALL’S ELANESSE FEMBRETHIL 66 31 a Blue Bi Colour 28/7/08. Another nice girl of good type, broad head showing pleasing flat plane, medium size rounded ears, showing slight tilt forward, and well furnished. Almost full cheeks, with quite good developed muzzle, firm chin, level bite. Correct eye shape, showing oblique set, well opened but were quite pale; hopefully the colour will deepen as she develops. Medium length to nose shows gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Blue colouring to ears, mask, was pale in colour, separated by a evenly balanced white vertical v from forehead downwards, cover nose, pink nose leather, whisker pads and chin, does not exceed outer eye aperture. Quite good boning and substance to this girl who had a nice feel to her, good length to body, set on firm medium legs, with large round tufted paws, pink pads. Front legs were pristine white, right back leg had a large blue patch coming from the pads, the rest was white, left back leg white to the hock. Nice clean white bib, chest and to underbody. A very pretty girl who was very nicely shown with a soft silky coat of quite good length, the bluish white tone to coat is beginning to develop, balanced by a nice long tail up to the shoulders. A very pert young girl who was a pleasure to handle so friendly.
3 DAVIS’S RAGSHAVEN SONNYS SUMAMAGIC 66 31 a Blue Bi Colour 25/6/08. Mature girl of nice type, quite good width to head showing a nice broad look, correct flat plane, nice medium ears, set well apart, rounded at tips showing pleasing furnishing, slight tilt forward. Fairly full cheeks, although muzzle needs more depth for balance as does chin, good level bite. Large well opened eyes showing an oblique set and of a very good blue. Medium length to nose with gentle dip, showing retrousse to tip. Even blue to ears, mask, with a nice White vertical V balanced, beginning at forehead, extending down covering nose, whisker pads and chin. Even blue to nice tail of good length and quite full, unfortunately has a small hock at the end and a pip at tip, I did ask the duty vet, who felt this was fixed. Very good boning and substance to this girl, who had a nice feel to her firm body of good length, set on firm set medium legs with large rounded tufted paws, pink pads, nice even white to front legs with even white to underbody up to hock of back legs. A very pretty girl who was a little nervous due to hall being noisy but she handled well and was nicely shown, in excellent condition with a nice coat showing very light blue tones to back and sides. Just keep an eye on the tail, as this may become a problem.
BLUE COLOURPOINTED [INCLUDING MITTED] MALE: I was very pleased with the entry in this class 8 lads entered with 2 absent, but a nice class.
1 ADAMS’S SILKIESTAR HENRY HIGGINS 66a Blue Colourpointed, 5/5/06. Handsome mature lad of lovely type, excellent width to broad head with a nice flat plane. Medium well furnished rounded ears showing pleasing tilt forward. Nice full developed cheeks, showing a nicely developed muzzle, good depth to chin and level bite. Nice medium length to nose with gentle dip, showing retrousse to tip. Large well opened eyes showing oblique set, well apart and of a very nice blue. This handsome lad is just short of being an adult and is off an excellent size with firm substantial boning showing a pleasing muscular look and feel to his long sturdy body, short neck on medium length legs with large rounded tufted paws. Very attractive even slate grey to this lad’s ears, mask legs and on a nice long full bushy tail, tapering to tip, going to the shoulders. A very impressive lad who really showed himself off and was groomed to perfection, showing a very pleasing bluish white tinge to his coat, giving a very attractive contrast to the points. On the verge of adulthood, he stood out in this class, his temperament was first class, a pleasing to handle, such a gentleman.
2 GRIFFITH & SCOTT’S RAGTASIA JAQUE 66a Blue Colourpointed, 21/6/08. Another lovely lad of very good type. Nice broad head with flat plane, correct medium size rounded well furnished ears, set well apart, with slight tilt forward. Cheeks are fairly full with a well developed rounded muzzle, good chin; level bite. Medium length to nose with gentle dip, slight retrousse to tip Nice large well opened eyes showing oblique set, well apart of a lovely blue. Good boning & substance to this lad, who is just under 7 months old who is quite balanced , his body is medium in length at present, set on firm set medium legs with large round tufted paws. Blue colouring to ears, mask, legs and on a long full tail, showing tapering at tip, up to shoulders, although were even , were just a little pale, hopefully will darken as he matures. . Good length to his coat that was a little coarse in texture but nicely presented, had a pleasing bluish white tone contrasting to the points. A very friendly lad who will no doubt improve as he matures and develops. Excellent condition, very nicely shown.
3 PULLEN’S DIZZIEPAWS ZEMO 66aw Blue Mitted 12/4.08. Lovely big mature lad. Nice broad head with pleasing flat plane, Good medium ear set, well apart, well furnished, rounded at tip. Nice fully developed cheeks, rounded muzzle, firm chin and level bite. Large expressive well opened eyes of a decent blue, oblique set. Medium nose length with very slight dip, showing slight retrousse to tip. Powder blue colouring to ears, mask, legs and on nice full bushy tail tapering to tip, up to the back of head. Nice clean white chin, bib and chest, with underbody being white up to tail. Both front mittens were sparkling white but both extended past where the paws and legs met, the white also sloped of to the right, which with the powder blue colouring were the reasons why I placed this lad third. Excellent boning and substance to this big handsome lad who was very muscular on firm medium legs with large round tufted paws, nice clean pink pads. Superb grooming and presentation to this lad who had a full coat, quite full and very white lacking the bluish white toning to the points. A very friendly big lad who was a pleasure to judge, superb presentation, well done indeed.
BLUE COLOURPOINTED [INCLUDING MITTED] FEMALE: Another nice class of quality kittens, 6 entered with I absent
1 & BOB ADAMS’S LANEGA DREAMGIRL 66a Blue Colourpointed 23/4/08. Gorgeous girl of fabulous type, super broad with very pleasing flat plane, with excellent width between medium size ears, with pleasing tilt forward, rounded at tips and well furnished. Nice full well developed cheeks, with a rounded well developed muzzle, firm chin & level bite. Correct medium length to nose, with gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Large well opened eyes set well apart of a pleasing oblique set and of a stunning blue. Lovely even state/grey to ears, mask, legs and on a nice long full tail, that went up to the shoulders, tapering to tip. Excellent boning and substance to this girl, who was of a good length, showing a pleasing muscular look and feel to her, set on medium length firm legs with large round tufted paws. Excellent grooming and show preparation to the coat that was of a good length, nice silky texture, showing a most pleasing bluish white tone that gave excellent contrasts to her coat. A most attractive lady who had such a serene expression and was shown in super condition with a wonderful temperament, she purred and purred and was a pleasure to judge.
2 BRAND’S RAGSHAVEN FAYLINN 66aw Blue Mitted 26/7/08. Another lovely girl of lovely type. Nice broad head, with pleasing flat plane, good width to medium size ears, with slight tilt forward, well furnished and rounded at tips. Nice full cheeks, with a pleasing well developed rounded muzzle, firm chin, good level bite. Medium length to nose with slight dip, retrousse to tip. Large well opened eyes, showing oblique set, well apart, colour a little pale, but is blue, hopefully will deepen as she matures. Blue to ears, mask, and legs and on tail more powder blue, but were even, should deepen as she matures. Clean white chin, bib, chest and underbody. Front mittens were sparkling white, a little short but even, with clean white back legs up to the hock. For just over 5 months, this attractive girl was of a very good size, good length to her body with a nice muscular feel to her, set on firm legs with large round tufted paws, clean pink pads. Excellent grooming and show presentation to this beautiful girl, not a hair out of place, nice full length to the coat, that was very white, lacks at present the bluish/white tone, this should develop as she develops. A most attractive girl in excellent condition with a most endearing temperament, beautifully shown.
3 NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA FORGETMENOT 66a Blue Colourpointed 4/5/08. Another attractive girl of good type. Nice broad head, with flat plane, good width between medium ears, held a little high, rounded and well furnished. Cheeks lacked the fullness I would have expected, this was due to her being very nervous, it was rather noisy, also her muzzle did not show the rounded look, chin, had the appearance of receding, good bite. Medium length to nose with gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Very expressive large well opened eyes showing correct oblique set, set well apart and of a beautiful deep blue. Even slate/grey to this lass’s ears, mask, legs and on nice full tail, a little sparse at present, going up to shoulders, tapers at tip. Excellent boning, substance to this girl who was of a good length with a nice muscular feel to her, medium firm legs with large rounded tufted paws. Excellent grooming to the coat that was very white, lacking the bluish/white tone, which hopefully will come, of a nice silky texture and good length. A very nice girl who was beautifully shown, she was quite nervous, which made her appear more pinched than she possibly is. Very nicely shown.
4 CHAMBERS’ IKTOMI AMAZING GRACE 66aw Blue Mitted 12/9/08. The babe of the class and what a sweetheart she was, Quite good type, head is developing, showing reasonable width for age, flat plane evident, ears held high and close together, lacking furnishings at present but rounded at tip. Cheeks are developing, as is muzzle, good depth to chin, level bite. Medium length to nose, with gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Large well opened eyes showing desired oblique set, and of a nice blue. Slate grey to ears, mask, legs and on tail that is in proportion to the body, very much a kitten tail at present. White chin, with clean white bib and chest and underbody, nice even front white mittens, almost to where the ankle joins the leg, with nice full white back legs to underbody. Quite good boning, substance to this sweet kitten, reasonable length to her body of medium length, set on firm medium legs with large rounded tufted paws, nice pink paw pads. Nicely groomed and presented, although coat is a little short it had a very pleasing bluish white tone, giving a pleasing contrast to points. A very friendly kitten who was the babe in this class, she just needs to fill out and grow which hopefully she will, very nicely shown indeed.
AOC COLOURPOINTED/MITTED MALE KITTEN:
1 & BOB WATKINSON’S LEIRUM MORGANTE 66f Cream Colourpointed 12/4/08. Wonderful big mature lad of fabulous type. Wonderful broad head, showing a very pleasing flat plane, excellent width between medium size ears, with slight tilt forward, rounded at tips & well furnished. Nicely developed full cheeks with well developed rounded muzzle, firm chin & level bite. Nice medium length to nose, showing slight dip and retrousse to tip. Large expressive well opened oblique set eyes, set well apart of a very good blue. Very attractive pale cream to ears, mask, paler on legs and feet, but a definite cream tone, nice cream colour to lovely full bushy tail, tapering at tip, going to the shoulder blades. Wonderful boning, substance and weight to this handsome lad who had a super muscular feel and look to his long body, showing a nice short neck and depth to chest, set on very substantial firm legs, with large rounded tufted paws. Excellent grooming and show presentation, to this lad’s nice soft silky coat of good length, showing a most attractive off white body colour, contrasting to his attractive cream points. A very impressive lad who really took all in his stride his demeanour and temperament was faultless, a perfect gentleman, such a pleasure to judge and award his 1st & BOB today, I noticed he had an all red card today; I was not surprised, congratulations.
AC PATTERN LIMIT ADULT MALE & FEMALE: A very good class of 9 entries with 1 absentee a class that was full of quality
1 SHOREMAN’S LUVUMCATS LOVEINTHEMISTS 66at Blue Tabby Colourpointed 11/7/07. Gorgeous Blue Tabby girl of superb type. Lovely broad head, with pleasing flat plane. Excellent width between medium ears, showing pleasing tilt forward, and well furnished and pointed at tips. Excellent full cheeks, with a nicely rounded well developed muzzle, firm chin & good level bite. Very expressive big well opened eyes with correct oblique set, with nice faint spectacles, also at whisker pads, of a super blue, set well apart. Medium length to nose showing a pleasing red brick nose leather, with slight retrousse to tip. Correct slate grey solid colour to ears with faint thumbprints, distinct M to mask, even slate grey to legs, with defined Tabby barrings to legs, soiled black to back, Nice even distinct broken rings intermingling on full bushy tail, up to shoulders tapering to white tip. Excellent boning, substance and length to body, that was of a pleasing muscular feel and appearance, showing correct shortness to neck and depth to chest, set on firm medium legs with large rounded blue tufted paws. A very attractive girl who had such a sweet serene expression, with a beautifully groomed full coat, showing lovely bluish white toning, intermingling nicely with the blue tabby markings against light beige agouti background. A lovely girl in excellent condition with such a sweet nature, beautifully shown.
2 WILSON’S DONJELAMI MOONSHINE BABE 66 31 Seal BI Colour 10/5/03 Large mature girl of nice type. Nice full broad head good flat plane, good width to medium ears, showing pleasing tilt forward, rounded at tip & well furnished. Nice full cheeks with a nicely rounded well developed muzzle, quite firm chin, good bite. Large well opened eyes set well apart showing pleasing oblique set of a good blue. Medium length to nose, pink nose leather, gentle dip retrousse to tip. Even dense seal on ears, mask, with pleasing balanced vertical white V, from forehead down, covering chin, whiskers, not extending by outer eye aperture, and on a pleasing full tail, showing a tapered look to tip, up to the shoulders. Very clean attractive white bib, chest and underbody, Very good muscular boning and feel to this girl, body showing short thick neck, with good depth to chest. Medium length firm legs, front white, with back legs white to the hock, large round tufted paw, pink pads. A very attractive girl who was in excellent condition for almost 6 years old, beautifully groomed with a nice full silky coat, with a very pleasing beige colouring to back and sides, with 2 white patches, giving a pleasing contrast to the points. A very friendly girl who was a pleasure to handle.
3 NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA GYPSY ROSE 66 31a Blue Bi Colour 6/9/07. A very pretty girl of nice type, not as mature as the first two but nevertheless very attractive. Nice broad head with correct flat plane, good width to well set medium ears, showing slight tilt forward, rounded at tips, with furnishings. Cheeks are developing, but already shows a good depth to her muzzle, firm chin & good level bite. Excellent eye shape, slight oblique set, very expressive & open of a beautiful deep blue. Nice medium length to nose, pink nose leather with gentle dip retrousse to tip. Soft pale blue colouring to ears, mask, separated by a nicely even balanced white vertical v, from forehead, going down, covering chin, whisker pads, but not going past outer eye aperture, also on a quite full tail shows tapering at tip, going to the shoulders. For just over 16 months old this girl is of a good size and length, with a nice muscular feel and look, showing a short neck, set on medium firm set legs, white on front, with back legs white to the underbody, nice clean bib and chest. A very attractive lady who was beautifully presented, quite nice length to her soft silky coat, a very slight hint of bluish white tone, with 2 small patches of white on back. Wonderful temperament to this pretty girl who can only but improve as she develops, very nicely shown.
AC PATTERN VISITORS MALE & FEMALE: Another well supported class of 7 entries, with one absent.
1 GRIFFITH & SCOTT’S MARGELITE APPLE JAQUE 66a Blue Colourpointed 1/7/98. Wonderful big mature lad of fabulous type. Wonderful broad head, with very pleasing flat plane. Excellent width between medium size well furnished, rounded ears, showing desired tilt forward. Excellent full well developed cheeks well rounded developed muzzle, good chin & bite. Very expressive large well opened eyes showing oblique set, of a very good blue, set apart. Wonderful muscular powerful body of excellent boning and substance, of very good length, with short neck and excellent depth to chest, set on firm set medium legs, with large rounded tufted paws. Correct slate grey to this handsome lad’s ears, mask, legs and on nice full bushy tail tapers at tip, going up to the back of head. Nice full coat that was of a very good length, that had quite a bit of shading but was beautifully groomed, soft and silky, showing white roots. A very mature handsome impressive chap who was so friendly and great to handle, he seemed to enjoy being cuddled, so nice to see in stud lads. Excellent condition and presentation to this handsome lad who is 10 and half years old, a credit to his owners, obviously a much loved lad, who certainly returns it. Beautifully shown, my compliments.
2 WILSON’S DONJELAMI MOONSHINE BABE 66 31 Seal BI Colour 10/5/03
3 FITZPATRICK’S EMERISLE GYPSOPHILIA 66 31a Blue Bi Colour 23/3/02 Mature girl of pleasing type. Broad head with flat plane. Good width medium well furnished, ears rounded at tips, showing slight tilt forward, set well apart. Nice fully developed cheeks, showing a well developed rounded muzzle, quite firm chin, good level bite. Excellent large well opened oblique set eyes of a very good deep blue, set apart. Correct medium length to nose with pink nose leather, gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Nice even slate grey to ears, mask, separated by a nicely balanced white vertical V, beginning at forehead, going downwards, covering, whisker pads and chin, not going past outer aperture of the eye. Excellent condition to this mature friendly girl who is of good boning, weight and substance to her firm body of good length, showing a short neck, and quite good depth to her white chest, set on firm medium legs, white at front, back legs white to underbody, with large tufted rounded paws, pink pads. A very nice girl who was beautifully groomed with a nice length to her soft silky coat showing a most pleasing bluish white tone, with 2 small patches of white, complimented by a nice fully tail of good even slate grey tone, going up to shoulders, with taper at tip. A very attractive friendly girl who was very nicely shown
AC PATTERN NON BREEDERS KITTEN FEMALE:
1 ADAM & THOMSON’S RAGADEE TIA MARIA 66 Seal Colourpointed 28/4/08. Beautiful girl of excellent type. Lovely broad head, with flat plane, well set medium ears of good with, showing furnishings, rounded at tips, with pleasing tilt forward. Nice full well developed cheeks for her age, with a nicely well rounded developed muzzle, good depth to chin & level bite. Beautiful large well opened eyes of a good blue, showing a slight oblique set. Correct medium length to nose, with gentle dip and retrousse to tip. Nice dense dark seal to ears, mask, legs and on a nice length tail, in proportion to her medium length body, tapers at tip. Excellent boning and substance to this pert girl who is on the verve of adulthood, but shows good substance, on medium firm legs, with large rounded tufted paws. Excellent grooming and show presentation to this kitten, who has a beautiful ragdoll expression, so gentle & gracious, excellent grooming to her coat that was soft and silky, showing a very pleasing light beige colouring to her body, paler underneath, showing a very pleasing ruff around face with very attractive knickerbockers. A very attractive kitten who was a pleasure to handle and one to watch, beautifully shown.
2 FELTHAM’S MONTANTE ORCHID 66 Seal Colourpointed 25/4/08. Another nice girl of good type, good broad head with flat plane, quite good ear set, medium in size, showing good furnishings, rounded at tips. Cheeks are fairly full, muzzle is developing, but shows rounded look, good depth to firm chin, good bite. Nose just a little short but has gentle dip with slight retrousse to tip. Very expressive large well opened eyes with slight oblique set of a decent blue set well apart. Nice even seal to ears, mask, legs and on quite full tail, going to shoulders showing tapering to tip. Another girl on verge of adulthood and is of a good size, length with good boning and substance to her, with medium length legs with large round tufted paws. Very nicely groomed and presented coat that is soft and silky, showing a light overlay of beige to top of coat, underneath had a slightly darker colour, with two seal spots. A very friendly girl who enjoyed being handled and was a pleasure to handle, very nicely shown.
3 DRESCHER’S HAPPYTIME MAGIC MONTANNA 66w Seal Mitted 3/8/08 the youngest in the class , of quite good type, broad head with flat plane, medium size ears, rounded at tips, furnishings beginning to appear, with good set, well apart, with pleasing tilt forward. Cheeks need to fill out, quite good depth to muzzle, showing a rounded look, quite firm white chin, good bite. Large opened eyes showing a slight oblique set, colour unsettled, paler at rims, should hopefully deepen. Medium length to nose very slight dip with retrousse to tip. Seal colour to ears, mask not even, quite pale, showing heavy brindling to mask, the seal on legs is quite patchy, not settled, even front white mittens, and on a medium length tail, hopefully this will deepen and even out as she matures. For only 5 months old this girl has good length to her body with a nice firm feel, nice clean white chest & bib, set on medium firm set legs, large round tufted paws, back legs white to underbody, with small brown spot on right. A very friendly girl, who had a soft silky coat, showing a beige tinge throughout, needed more attention around the ruff.
AC PATTERN MAIDEN NEUTER MALE & FEMALE:
1 FLETCHER’S HAPPINESS RUDOLPH 66fw Cream Mitted 27/9/07. Wonderful big lad of lovely type. Broad head with very pleasing flat plane, good width to medium ears, well furnished, rounded at tips, with gentle tilt forward. Cheeks are quite well developed, with a pleasing well developed rounded muzzle, good depth to chin, level bite. Large well opened eyes, slight oblique set of a pleasing blue. Medium length to pink nose, with freckles, gentle dip and retrousse to tip. Very expressive large well opened eyes, showing desired oblique set, of a lovely deep blue. Excellent even soft cream to ears, masks, a little paler on legs, with clean even white mittens,, back legs pristine white to underbody. Nice cream colour to full bushy tail tapers at tip, up to shoulders. Excellent boning and weight to this handsome lad who had a very firm muscular body frame, showing short neck with depth to chest, clean white bib & chest and on underbody. Medium firm set legs, with large rounded tufted paws. A very impressive lad who was beautifully presented, with a lovely soft silky coat, showing a most attractive off white colouring, contrasting to the cream points. Super big lad in pristine condition, his temperament was faultless, a pleasure to handle.
2 WOODHEAD & NEIL’S CLEVERCLOGGS SPIRITDANCER 66 17/7/07 Seal Colourpointed. Large lad of quite good type, quite good broadness to head, flat plane, quite good width to medium ears, rounded with slight furnishings, held a little high, tilt not as evident as I would have liked. Cheeks of reasonable fullness, although muzzle needs more depth as does chin, good bite. Large open eyes, with slight oblique set but of a very good blue. Medium length to nose, with retrousse to tip. Seal colouring to ears, mask was rather uneven in colour, quite chocolate in appearance, very brindled at eyes and at whisker pads, Seal also very patchy on legs and on nice full tail, tapering at tip just to shoulders. Very good boning, substance and length to the body showing muscular feel and look set on medium firm set, large round tufted paws. A very nicely presented young lad who appears a little immature, who was beautifully groomed, nice length to his coat, showing a pleasing beige colour. A very friendly lad who showed himself very nicely, a pleasure to handle.
AC PATTERN VISITORS MALE & FEMALE:
1 HARRISON’S ADSETLO STORMCHASE 66t Seal Tabby Colourpointed 3/5/07. Mature lad of very good type, lovely broad head with pleasing flat plane, good width to medium ears, rounded at tips well furnished showing pleasing slight tilt forward. Well developed full cheeks with a nice strong rounded well developed muzzle, firm chin & good level bite. Large well opened oblique set eyes of a very nice blue, with spectacles, also at whisker pads. Correct medium length to nose, gentle dip with retrousse to tip. Solid Seal to ears with very faint thumbprints, clear M to mask, showing tabby markings against seal, clearly defined tabby barrings against seal on legs, solid with broken rings intermingling on nice full bushy tail, up to shoulders & tapers at tip, with white tip. Excellent boning and body length to this very handsome lad who is of a nice muscular appearance and feel, showing good depth to chest, set on firm medium legs with large round tufted paws. A most attractive lad who was mature despite being just under 2 year old, he really sparkled and was shown in excellent condition, with a nicely groomed soft silky coat that was of a good length with a pleasing beige tone throughout, clear underbody, giving a most pleasing contrast to the dark seal to points. Excellent temperament to this lad who seems to enjoy being shown, a pleasure to handle and beautifully shown, well done
2 WILSON’S MONTANTE PRADA 66 Seal Colourpointed 17/3/08. Young lad who is a little immature at present, he just needs to fill out, which should come as he develops. Quite good type, with flat plane, ears need to be held further apart, should come as the head develops, medium ears, held a little high, but rounded at tips, with some furnishings, just a little back, not quite the desired tilt forward. Very expressive large eyes held apart, with slight oblique set, very good blue tone. Medium length to nose with gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Nice even seal to ears, mask, legs and on full bushy tail, up to shoulders, tapering at tip. For being just under a year old, this lad has quite good boning and substance to him good length to body, needs to fill out which should come, medium firm legs with large rounded tufted paws. Very nice soft silky well prepared coat showing, a clear coat with just a hint of beige to it. In all a very nice lad who needs to mature and fill out, which he should do, beautifully shown in excellent condition with a super temperament.
3 LYNCH’S PR MAGISRAGIS GINGERBREADJIM 66d Red Colourpointed 9/10/05. Large lad of quite good type, good width to head showing a pleasing broadness, correct flat plane, ears held well apart, medium in size, a little high set, showing round tips with furnishings, very slight tilt forward. Cheeks need more depth, as does muzzle & Chin, good bite. Large expressive eyes set apart, slightly round but of a nice blue colour. Nose a little long but has gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Very even red colouring to ears, mask, paler on legs and on a nice full bushy tail up to shoulders tapers at tip. This lad is over 3 years old and is of a pleasing size and length to his body which has good boning and substance, short neck, and fair depth to chest, medium firm set legs with large round tufted paws. Excellent grooming and condition to this lad, who has a nice soft silky coast of good length, showing a pleasing lighter red colouring. A most charming friendly chap who was beautifully shown, a pleasure to handle.
X3 WOODLAND & NEIL’S CLEVERCLOGS DEX DEXTER 66d
AC Or PATTERN SENIOR NEUTER MALE & FEMALE: This was a very good class of seniors with 9 entered; I was pleased to award extra prizes.
1 DAVIS’S CH & GR PR SONNYWOOD NUTMEG 66e Seal Tortie Colourpointed 20/5/02 Gorgeous girl of super type. Nice broad head showing pleasing flat plane, excellent width between medium ears, rounded at tips, well furnished, with slight tilt forward. Excellent fully developed cheeks with a fabulous well developed rounded muzzle, firm chin & good bite. Large well opened eyes showing slight oblique set and of a lovely blue, correct medium length to nose with gentle dip, retrousse to tip. Very attractive seal brown showing excellent intermingling with shades of red and light cream to ears, head, mask, legs and on a lovely full length tail up to shoulders tapers at tip. Wonderful boning, substance to this girl who is very mature with good length to the body, showing a very muscular look and feel to, correct short neck with good depth to chest. Medium size firm set legs with large round tufted paws. Excellent full coat that was beautifully groomed, glowing with health and of a very attractive beige, intermingling with light cream, on chest and belly, lovely ruff around head, just completed the overall look, nice full knickerbockers. A most beautiful girl who had such a serene expression and with the most endearing of natures, she shone. I was delighted to judge this lovely lady and congratulations on winning Res Imperial.
2 DAVIS’S CH & GR PR SONNYWOOD HARPERSBIZARRE 66 31 4/4/01. Seal Bi Colour. Mature lad of good type, broad head, with flat plane, medium, well set ears, well furnished & rounded at tip. Quite full cheeks, with quite good depth to muzzle, would benefit with more depth, firm chin & level bite. Medium length to nose, showing gentle dip & slight retrousse to tip. Well opened big eyes with slight oblique set, of a very good blue, set well apart. Even dense seal to ears, mask, with a nicely balanced Vertical V extending downwards from forehead, covering nose, whisker pads and chin, not going past outer aperture of eye, even seal to full bushy tail tapers at tip, up to the shoulders. Nice clear white bib and chest and to under body, with front feet all white with white up to the hocks, Very good muscular feel and look to this lovely big lad, who is of good length, nick short neck with quite good depth to chest. Set on medium firm legs with large rounded tufted paws, pink pads. Very nice soft silky coat of good length, showing a pleasing beige tone to the back and sides, contrasting nicely against the dense seal. Excellent condition and presentation to this handsome chap who was so friendly, he seemed to enjoy the fuss, very nicely shown, well done Mr & Mrs Davis 1st and 2nd in this class!!
X2 SAINT’S HAPPINESS SIR LANCELOT 66 Seal Colourpointed 4/3/05. Yet another attractive lad of good type, nice broad head with flat plane, medium ears, set well apart, well furnished & rounded at tips, with slight tilt forward. Quite full cheeks, with a pleasing depth to muzzle, a little more depth would balance him, good chin & bite. Large opened eyes of a lovely blue, with slight oblique set. Nice length to medium nose with gentle dip & slight retrousse to tip.. Nice even seal colouring to ears, mask, legs and on a fairly full tail, tapers to tip, up to shoulders. Good boning, weight and substance to this chap, who is of a pleasing length, showing a good physic, with substantial medium legs with large rounded tufted paws. Nice soft silky coat texture of a good length, beautifully prepared and groomed, with a very pleasing off beige tone to back and sides, showing pleasing contrast to the seal points. Excellent temperament and show condition, a most apt prefix “Happiness”, he certainly was, a pleasure to judge, super lad.
3 ALLEN’S PR SPELLDANCERS DARCY 66 31 Seal Bi Colour
X3 DANTON & VIZOR’S CH & GR PR SONNYWOOD ARAMIS 66 31 Seal Bi.
Many thanks to Paula & Leonard for the invite to judge. My steward for the day was Anne Ashworth & we had a super day together. Thanks for all your help Anne, and I look forward to the next time.
Blue Colourpointed/Mitted Ragdoll Neuter Male; BOB LAWRENCE’S IGR PR SONNYWOOD BOSSA NOVA. 1 PC FIFIELD-SMITH’S GUYSNDOLLS MR LEO (66a, 2/2/07). Huge Blue Colourpointed lad of good type, just not showing himself to best advantage today as he was rather nervous. Good flat plane to head with medium ears set well. Mid blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose showing slight dip. Fairly good width to cheeks. Level bite. Chin could be a touch stronger – a lack of colouring on his chin emphasizes this too. Coat well prepared & of good length. Fractionally shady to body. Mid blue to points. Very well grown body of good shape. Bushy tail of good length to balance. 2 FLETCHER’S HAPPINESS RUDOLPH. Very solid Cream mitted lad of quite pleasing type. Just a youngster and needing to develop a more masculine head as he grows. Fairly good flat plane to head with medium ears held quite well. Eyes of good blue – I would prefer them a bit larger, and they are a touch deep-set. Medium nose with good dip. Fair width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Almost clear body with pale cream points. Good white mitts to base of front legs & white on back legs to hocks. White to chin & underneath. Very well grown lad with good body shape. Medium tail, well furnished.
Blue Colourpointed/Mitted Ragdoll Neuter Female; 1 PC MILLER’S ADATELO DESTINY BEAUJOLAIS (66a, 4/12/07). Young Blue Colourpointed girl who is looking rather immature at present. Only fair width to head, with ears of good size, but held rather tall at present. Mid blue eyes of good size, just looking a touch bold when out of the pen, but better when she is more relaxed in the pen. Nose showing slight dip. Lacking width to cheeks at present. Level bite & good chin. Coat of good length, just needing a touch more preparation underneath. Slightly shady to body. Mid blue to all points. Quite good body weight – I would like her to be a touch larger though. Medium tail, well furnished. Just scored enough for the PC today – hopefully as she matures a number of these points will develop well.
AC or Pattern Radius Adult; 1 ADAMS’ HAZELDOLLS BUTTERFLY BLUE. Blue Tabby Mitted girl of only fair type. Good flat plane to head with ears of good size held well. Rather heavy brow with eyes that are a touch small & not quite full enough in shape. I would also like the colour to be a deeper blue as they are rather pale. Nose showing dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Almost clear to body. Mid blue tabby markings to all points. Quite well grown body of good shape. Busy tail of good length.
AC or Pattern Junior Adult; 1 PROWTING’S EISERBLEW BELLE DE JOUR. Very pretty Sealpoint Mitted girl of super type whom I’ve judged on a number of previous occasions. I’m so pleased to see that she’s fulfilling the promise that she had as a kitten. Good flat plane to head. Ears of good size set well. Mid blue eyes of fairly good size, good shape & well set. Excellent nose with good dip & slightly retrousse at tip. Good width to cheeks. Level bite and very good chin. Coat of good length & well prepared. Pale beige to body. Mid seal to all points. White to chin & underneath. White on front paws to base of legs & on back paws to hocks. Well grown girl with good body length. Long tail, well furnished. Lovely temperament. 2 MORRIS’ MONTANTE PURDY. Pretty Blue mitted girl of good type. Good flat plane to head with ears of good size held well. Mid blue eyes of good size & shape. Medium nose with good dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Mid bluish white to body. Mid blue to all points. Good white mitts to base of front legs & white to hocks on back legs. White to chin & underneath. Fairly well grown with good body shape. Tail well furnished – just a fraction short. 3 NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA GYPSY ROSE.
AC or Pattern Limit Kitten; 1 ADAMS & THOMPSON’S RAGADEE TIA MARIA. Seal Colourpointed girl of good type. Good flat plane to head. Ears of good size, just needing to settle a little as she matures. Deep blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose showing good dip, just with a slight roll-off at the tip. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat of good length & expertly prepared. Mid beige to body, just slightly shady. Very dark seal to all points. Well grown girl with good body shape. Well furnished tail of good length to balance. 2 ROY’S PETALPAWS TIGERLILY. Attractive Seal Tabby Colourpointed girl of quite good type – just a fraction short in the muzzle which detracts slightly from a typical Ragdoll expression. Good flat plane to head with ears of good size held well. Mid blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose showing good dip in profile. Very full cheeks. Level bite & strong chin. Coat of good length & well prepared. Pale beige to body with cool dark seal tabby markings to points. Well grown body of good shape. Legs are rather stocky with large rounded paws. Tail of good length, well furnished. 3 LAMONT’S CATTITUDE DÉJÀ VU.
AC or Pattern Visitors Kitten; 1 FELTHAM’S MONTANTE ORCHID. Seal Colourpointed girl of good type. Good flat plane to head with medium ears set well. Mid blue eyes of good size & shape. Nose of good length & showing good dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Mid beige to body, just slightly shady. Mid seal to points – still developing to legs. Well grown girl with good body shape. Tail of good length, well furnished. 2 NEWMAN’S AMIGAMIA FORGETMENOT. Quite attractive Blue Colourpointed girl of good type. Good flat plane to head with medium ears set well. Mid blue eyes of good size – the shape looks a touch round when out of the pen, but when she relaxes the shape is much better. Medium nose with slight dip in profile. Fairly good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Quite a full coat which was well prepared. Bluish white to body with mid blue to all points. Well grown girl with good body shape. Tail of good length, well furnished. 3 LAMONT’S CATTITUDE DÉJÀ VU.
AC or Pattern Special Limit Neuter; 1 PROWTING’S PR MIAMORIO ENGLISH GENTLEMAN. Sweet Seal Bi-colour lad of good type. Good flat plane to head with ears of good size held well. Mid blue eyes of good size & shape. Medium nose with good dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & very good chin. Coat of good length & expertly prepared with a lovely silky texture. Mid beige to body with one white patch. Good inverted ‘V’ to face & white to underneath. Dark seal to points – the colour just slightly low on his right front leg. Very well grown boy with good body shape. Bushy tail to balance. Excellent show presence. 2 WILSON’S MONTANTE PRADA. Seal Colourpointed lad of fairly good type. Quite good flat plane to head. Ears held fairly well, but they could be a touch larger for balance. Mid blue eyes of fairly good size & good shape. Medium nose showing dip in profile. Very good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat well prepared & of good length. Mid beige to body, just fractionally shady. Deep seal to points, just slightly pale under tail. Well grown boy with good body shape. Medium tail, well furnished.
AC or Pattern Adolescent Neuter; 1 STONE’S DIZZIPAWS JACK. Attractive Seal Bi-colour lad of good type. Good flat plane to head with medium ears held well. Eyes of good size & shape – the colour could be a slightly deeper blue. Medium nose with good dip in profile. Good width to cheeks. Level bite & good chin. Coat of good length & expertly prepared. Mid beige to body with one white patch & a full white collar. Narrow inverted ‘V’ to face with white underneath. Deep seal to ponts. Very well grown body of good shape. Tail of good length, well furnished. 2 WILSON’S MONTANTE PRADA. 3 MILLER’S ADATELO DESTINY BEAUJOLAIS.
I should like to thank the show management and the committee for the invitation to judge at their friendly breed show. I spent a pleasant day literally surrounded by Ragdolls! A spacious venue, with lots of atmosphere. I am most grateful to Shirley Talboys (Shandatal Birmans) who came especially to steward for me, with her usual quiet expertise - and on such a cold day too! Thank you Shirley, I shall look forward to the next time. Thanks also to Joanne Lamont, my second steward on the day. Joanne I hoped you enjoyed the learning curve.
SEAL BI-COLOUR RAGDOLL KITTEN MALE:
1 SABINE’S SILKIESTAR I’MSOHANDSOME (66 31) M 23.05.2008. An 8 and a half month old seal bi-colour Ragdoll kitten of good type, he is long in the body, muscular and well grown. Broad head with flat plane, very good width between the medium seal brown ears. Ears showing the desired slight forward tilt, they are well furnished and rounded at the tips. The large well opened and expressive medium blue eyes are set well apart in an oblique aperture. The bite is level the chin is firm. Rounded well developed muzzle the cheeks needing to develop. A medium length rather straight wide nose, tending to dominate the facial features at present, the tip is not retrousse. The mask has a slightly unbalanced inverted ‘V’ of white beginning low down on the forehead, covering the nose, whisker pads and chin. The remainder of the mask is seal brown. Medium length legs of substantial boning and strong tufted paws, the paws and legs are white, the back legs are white to the level of the underbody. Long seal brown well furnished tail, tapering towards the tip, a little brindled on the upper surface at present. The dense and soft predominately beige body coat is medium in length, a short neck ruff developing. The bib chest and entire underbody is white, there is a pale brown belly spot. A nicely presented exhibit, not happy to be handled today, rather vocal and nervous whilst out of his pen.
2 EDMUNDS HILDREK CHANDLER (66 31) M 10.05.2008. A large well boned seal bi-colour Ragdoll kitten rather Persian in type, he is 8 months old. Broad head, the forehead is rounded, not a flat plane. Good width between the seal brown ears, these need to be a little larger for balance, they do however display the desired slight forward tilt. Large rather bold and rounded pale blue eyes, not oblique in their set. The body is long and muscular, heavy in set with a short neck. The bite is level and the chin is firm, Chandler has a rounded well developed muzzle, the nose leather is pink. Medium length nose, only a barely perceptible dip, the tip is just retrousse. The mask has a balanced inverted ‘V’ of white beginning at the middle of the forehead, covering the nose and whisker pads but unfortunately not the chin, this is seal brown. The remainder of the mask is seal brown. The substantially boned legs are medium in length, large well tufted paws. The bib chest and underbody is white, there is a large seal brown belly spot. The paws and legs are white, the back legs are white to the level of the underbody. Predominately beige body coat, this is quite long, full neck and chest ruff and knickerbockers. The coat presentation would benefit from more careful show preparation, temperament is good.
AC BI-COLOUR RAGDOLL KITTEN FEMALE:
1 & BOB LYNCH’S MAGISRAGIS PERSEPHONE (66 31) F 04.10.2008. Just old enough to be at the show today, and being very brave about it on such a cold day and in a big noisy hall. A seal bicolour Ragdoll kitten of excellent type, she is long bodied and of a very good weight and size for her age. Broad head with flat plane, good width between the medium seal brown ears. Theses are well furnished and when she is relaxed shows the desired slight forward tilt. Cheeks still developing, the muzzle is strong and rounded. Level bite. Medium length nose, when viewed in profile shows the required gentle dip, the nose is slightly retrousse at the tip. The mask shows a well balanced inverted ‘V’ of white starting on the forehead, extending down and covering the nose, whisker pads and chin. The remainder of the mask is seal brown. Expressive eyes of a good blue, today the right eye appears lazy, when out of her pen however all seems well (confirmed by Duty Vet). The eyes are set well apart, and are slightly oblique in set. Medium length legs and round white tufted paws. The white on the front right leg not quite reaching to the top, the left front leg is completely white. White to the back legs is level to the underbody. Predominately beige kitten soft body coat, with small areas of white in middle of the back. White underbody, bib and chest. Long tapering and fairly well furnished seal brown tail to balance her young frame. Excellent temperament, dear little kitten she is so nicely presented.
SEAL COLOURPOINTED/MITTED KITTEN [INC. TABBY] MALE:
1 & BOB COOKS HIGHVIEW BACKCHAT (66) M 11.04.2008. Almost 9 months old seal colourpointed Ragdoll kitten of quality and wonderful balance. Long in the body and muscular, with a broad chest and short strong neck. The head is broad with flat plane, there is good width between the well furnished rich seal brown ears. The bite is level, firm chin and well developed muzzle. The nose is medium in length and when viewed in profile shows the desired gentle dip, nose is retrousse at the tip. The mask is a good rich seal brown and covers his well developed cheeks. Medium size ears showing a slight forward tilt, these are set wide and well furnished. Expressive large deep blue eyes, placed well apart and set in an oblique aperture. Medium length legs of substantial boning, the brown paws are large and well tufted. Points colouring to the legs seal brown. The seal brown tail is long and bushy, this tapers slightly towards the tip. Beige body coat, this is dense and silky in texture and has been well prepared. Well groomed clear pale beige underbody. Good length neck and chest ruff and full knickerbockers. Fabulous temperament, first class presentation and a pleasure to handle. A most promising exhibit.
2 SABINE’S SILKIESTAR LOGAN (66w) M 20.05.2008. A 7 and a half month old seal mitted Ragdoll kitten of quite good type, well boned and of a good weight for his age. The head is broad with a flat plane, not domed. Well placed medium sized seal brown ears, rounded at the tips and showing the desired slight forward tilt. The bite is level, firm chin which should be completely white, there is however seal brown colouring on the outer edges of the chin. Large slightly oblique well opened deep blue eyes, they are set well apart. Fairly well developed cheeks and a rounded muzzle, the mask is seal brown. Medium length nose, showing a gentle dip it is straight at the tip. Medium length substantially boned legs, points colouring seal brown. Pure white mittens to front paws, the back legs are white to level of underbody. There is a small seal spot on the back of the left leg. Good length bushy brown tail to balance, this tapers towards the tip. Some brindling on the upper surface of the tail. Clean well prepared beige body coat, this is silky in texture and medium in length. Ruff and knickerbockers developing. The bib, chest and entire underbody is white. Excellent gentle show temperament.
SEAL COLOURPOINTED/MITTED KITTEN [INC TABBY] FEMALE: A class of quality exhibits
1 ADAMS & THOMPSON’S RAGADEE TIA MARIA (66) F 28.04.2008. 8 and a half months old seal colourpointed kitten of very good type. She is long bodied muscular and very well grown. Broad head with flat plane, she has very good width between the medium seal brown ears. The ears are set wide and show a slight forward tilt, they are well furnished and rounded at the tips. Full seal brown mask, this covers her well developed cheeks. Strong rounded muzzle, level bite and firm chin. A gentle dip to her medium length nose, this is slightly retrousse at the tip. Slightly oblique well opened medium blue eyes, these are set well apart, feminine expression. Sound seal brown points colouring to the substantially boned legs, these are medium in length. Large velvety brown round paws. Seal brown tail of a good length to balance the body, slightly tapering towards the tip. Dense and silky beige body coat, paler beige underbody. Good length neck ruff and knickerbockers. Beautifully presented and possessing the typical outgoing gentle Ragdoll nature.
2 LAMONT’S CATTITUDE DÉJÀ VU (66) F 17.06.2008. A seal colourpointed female Ragdoll who is 7 months old and is an excellent size for her age. The body is long and muscular, well boned and of a good weight. The head is broad, with flat plane it is not domed. Good width between medium size seal brown ears, these are well furnished and display the desired slight forward tilt. Fairly wide still developing cheeks, the muzzle is strong. Firm chin, level bite the nose leather is seal brown. Medium length nose, in profile this shows a gentle dip and is slightly retrousse at the tip. Large well opened medium blue eyes, these are slightly oblique in their set. Even dark seal points colouring to the medium length well boned legs and large round well tufted paws. The long and bushy seal brown tail tapers towards the tip, just a little brindled today. Silky beige body coat, this is quite long and open today, although has been well prepared. Clear pale beige underbody, neck ruff and knickerbockers. Excellent gentle show temperament, I did like her ‘look’
3 ROY’S PETALPAWS TIGERLILY (66t) F 30.06.2008. A 6 month old seal tabby pointed Ragdoll kitten of very good type. Another well grown long bodied muscular kitten of excellent proportions. A strong broad head with flat plane. Very good width between the ears, which today I felt needed to be a little larger to balance her strong features. Ears set wide, well furnished and rounded at the tips. Large well opened eyes, set well apart of a clear pale blue. The eyes are slightly oblique in set. Strong rounded muzzle, level bite and firm chin. Clear ‘M’ to the forehead, the pleasing tabby mask covers the developing cheeks. The nose is medium in length has a gentle dip to the profile and is straight at the tip. Strong medium length legs, front legs showing clearly defined tabby markings. Long bushy seal brown tail, showing several varied rings underneath. The silky and dense beige body coat is medium in length, medium neck ruff and knickerbockers developing. Paler beige underbody which would benefit from more grooming. A delightful friendly nature to this exhibit.
4 FELTHAM’S MONTANTE ORCHID (66) F 25.04.2008. An 8 and a half month old seal colourpointed Ragdoll female of good type, she is long bodied muscular and fairly well grown. The head is broad, with a flat plane, fair width between the seal brown ears. The ears are medium in size and are well furnished. Cheeks developing nicely, the muzzle is rounded. The nose could be a little longer for balance, profile shows a gentle dip only just retrousse at the tip. The chin is strong, the bite level. The face mask is a dense seal brown. Obliquely set medium blue eyes, they are set well apart and generate good expression. Medium length legs of substantial boning, the seal brown points colouring rather uneven today. Large round well tufted paws. The tail is seal brown and reaches the shoulders, it is well furnished and tapers slightly towards the tip. Minimal brindling to the surface of tail. The silky body coat is beige in colour and medium in length, paler beige shade to the underbody. Two large brown belly spots. The neck ruff and knickerbockers are developing nicely. Well presented and possessing a gentle temperament.
AC OR PATTERN NOVICE ADULT MALE OR FEMALE: 10 entered
1 LYNCH’S CHESAWOOD BURLINGTONBERTIE (66) M 15.03.2008. A 10 months old seal colourpointed young man of very good boning, size and weight. The head is broad with flat plane, good width between the seal brown ears. The ears are medium in size, well furnished and show a slight forward tilt. Well developed muzzle, cheeks developing. Seal brown nose leather, the bite is level chin firm. Large obliquely set deep blue eyes, they are set well apart. Medium length nose when viewed in profile shows a slightly retrousse tip. Substantially boned medium length legs, seal brown points colouring just a little uneven at present. Good length well furnished seal brown tail, this tapers towards the tip. Beige body coat, this is a good length and has been well prepared. The coat is silky in texture, ruff and knickerbockers developing. A most promising exhibit, today displaying excellent balance for one so young. Bertie has a delightful friendly nature.
2 MORRIS’S MONTANTE PURDY F (66aw) F 12.07.2007. A 16 month old blue mitted Ragdoll female of excellent type. She is long in the body and muscular. Broad head with flat plane, not domed. Well developed cheeks and muzzle. Firm chin and a level bite. Expressive well opened blue eyes, they are set well apart and slightly oblique in set. The nose is medium in length, profile shows a gentle dip and it is slightly retrousse at the tip. The bite is level, firm pure white chin. Medium length substantially boned legs, uniform bluish grey points colouring to the legs. Purdy has pure white mittens to front paws, the back legs are white to level of underbody. The bib, chest and entire underbody is white. The body coat is bluish white, rather dark across the shoulders but still generating good contrasts. Bluish grey well furnished tail to balance her body. Expertly presented lady, possessing a delightful temperament.
3 HASSETT’S HAPPYTYME MISS BEHAVING (66 31a) F 03.03.2008. Well grown blue bi-colour young lady. Lovely type, excellent temperament and presentation.
AC OR PATTERN SENIOR ADULT MALE OR FEMALE:
1 HAWORTH’S GR CH DIZZIPAWS BRUCE (66) M 02.08.2006. A 2 and a half year old seal colourpointed Ragdoll of excellent type. A well boned and masculine exhibit, with a long and muscular body. He is heavy in set, with a short neck and broad chest. Broad head with excellent flat plane, good width between the rich seal brown ears. The ears are medium in size, set wide and showing the desired slight forward tilt. The eyes are large they are medium blue and oblique in their set. The nose is medium in length, when viewed in profile shows a gentle dip and is just retrousse at the tip. Good firm chin, level bite the nose leather is seal brown. Rich seal brown mask covering the well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle. Substantial boning to the legs, large rich seal brown well tufted round paws. Points colouring to the legs a rich uniform dark velvet brown. Well furnished seal brown tail slightly tapering towards the tip, the length balancing the body. Medium length dense beige body coat, slightly paler beige underbody. Full length neck ruff and knickerbockers. As ever the perfect gentleman, beautifully presented for the show.
2 FITZPATRICK’S CH EMERISLE EMILIO BANDITO (66 31) M 08.04.2005. An enormous seal bi-colour male of very good type, he is 3years 9 months old. The body is long and muscular, he is heavy set with a broad chest. Broad head with flat plane, excellent width between the seal brown ears. Ears are well furnished. They are medium in size and show the desired slight forward tilt. Well developed cheeks, good strong rounded muzzle, level bite and firm chin. The mask has a balanced inverted ‘V’ of white starting on the forehead and covering the nose, whisker pads and chin. The remainder of the mask is rich seal brown. Fabulous deep blue eyes, set wide and slightly oblique in set. Medium length nose, shows a gentle dip in profile it is slightly retrousse at the tip. Medium length well boned legs, the legs are white to the level of underbody. There is a small seal spot on the right leg. The bib chest and entire underbody is white. Predominantly dark beige body coat, this is dense and silky to the touch. Full neck ruff and knickerbockers. Seal brown well furnished tail to balance, well furnished and tapering towards the tip. Excellent temperament.
3 FITTEN’S CH FINEARTE ZEPHYR ROSE (66 31a) F 17.08.2006. A 2 and a half year old blue bi-colour Ragdoll of very good type and size.
AC OR PATTERN SENIOR ADULT MALE OR FEMALE:
1 WILSON’S DONJELAMI MOONSHINE BABE (66 31) F 10.05.2003. A most attractive mature 4 years 8 months old seal bi-colour female of very good type, shown in excellent condition. Broad head with flat plane, not domed, excellent width between her rich seal brown ears. Level bite and strong chin, the nose leather is pink. The mask has a balanced inverted ‘V’ of white starting at the forehead and covering the nose, whisker pads and chin. The remainder of the mask is seal brown, this is connected to the ears by tracings. Expressive medium blue eyes, set wide and slightly oblique in set. Medium length legs with large round tufted paws. The front and back legs are white to level of underbody. The body coat is predominately beige with a few evenly distributed patches of white. The bib, chest and underbody is pure white. Good length neck ruff and knickerbockers. The seal brown tail is a good balanced length, just a fraction sparse today. Beautifully presented exhibit, with a gentle outgoing nature.
2 DAVIES’S GR CH RAGSHAVEN BUSTERS LEGACY (66 31a) M 27.03.2005. A well grown blue point Bi-colour Ragdoll he is 3 years 9 months old. Excellent broad head with flat plane, good width between the bluish grey ears. The ears are well furnished and show the desired slight forward tilt. The body is long and muscular, heavy set with a short strong neck. Medium blue well opened eyes, set wide and slightly oblique in their set. Level bite and firm chin, the nose is medium in length has a gentle dip when viewed in profile, slightly retrousse at the tip. Well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle. The mask has a balanced inverted V of white from the lower forehead down, covering the nose, whisker pads and chin. The remainder of the mask is bluish grey, and is connected to the ears by tracings. Medium length legs and large round tufted paws. The legs are white almost level to the underbody. Bib, chest and underbody white. The fairly well furnished bluish grey tail tapers towards the tip. Well presented predominantly bluish white dense body coat rather on the short side today. Short neck ruff and knickerbockers. Perfect manners to this boy.
3 FITZPATRICK’S EMERISLE GYPSOPHILIA (66 31a) F 23.03.2002. A 6 year old blue bi-colour female, she has excellent weight, presentation and temperament.
AC OR PATTERN NON-BREEDERS NEUTER MALE:
1 STONE’S DIZZIPAWS JACK (66 31) MN 09.02.2007. An 11 months old seal bi-colour Ragdoll of excellent type, he is long in the body, well boned and muscular. Broad head with flat plane, medium ears set well part on the head, they show the desired slight forward tilt. Correct slight dip to profile, nose is slightly retrousse at the tip. Level bite and strong chin. The seal brown mask has a balanced inverted ‘V’ of white starting at the forehead and covering the nose, whisker pads and chin. Expressive medium blue eyes, set wide and slightly oblique in their set. Medium length well boned legs, these are white up to the level of underbody. The body coat is predominately beige, the bib, chest and underbody is white. Well prepared dense beige body coat, medium length neck ruff and knickerbockers. The tail is seal brown, long and busy easily reaching the shoulders. Faultless presentation, a promising young man.
2 PROWTING’S PR MIAMORIO ENGLISH GENTLEMAN (66 31) MN 31.07.2003. A 5 year old seal bi-colour male of good type, he is well boned and muscular. The head is broad with a flat plane. Good width between the seal brown ears, they are medium in size and show the desired slight forward tilt. Medium length nose, slight dip to the profile, nose is rather straight at the tip. Level bite and strong chin. Seal brown mask covering the well developed cheeks. The mask has a balanced inverted ‘V’ of white starting at the forehead and covering the nose, whisker pads and chin. Well opened medium blue eyes, these are slightly oblique and set well apart. Medium length substantially boned legs, the front legs are white, although there is seal colouring at top of right leg. The back legs are white level to the underbody. Seal coloured long bushy tail, this is slightly tapered towards the tip. Dense soft and well prepared beige body coat. White bib, chest and underbody. Medium length neck ruff and knickerbockers.
3 WOODHEAD & DE NEIJS CLEVERCLOGGS SPIRITDANCERS (66) MN 12.07.2007. A 1 year 6 months old seal colourpointed Ragdoll male.
AC OR PATTERN NON-BREEDERS NEUTER FEMALE:
1 DAVIES’S CH & GR PR SUNNYWOOD NUTMEG (66e) FN 20.05.2002. A seal tortie Ragdoll lady of quality, she is 6 years 8 months old, and looks stunning today. Long in the body, strong and muscular but retaining femininity. Broad head with flat plane, excellent width between the medium size ears. The ears are well furnished and show the correct forward tilt. Well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, level bite and firm chin. The mask is seal brown, intermingled with shades of red. Medium length nose, showing the required gentle dip, only slightly retrousse at the tip. Medium length substantially boned legs, points colouring to the legs seal brown clearly intermingled with shades of light and dark red. Fairly well furnished seal brown tail, showing the required shades of red, easily reaching the shoulders. Tail tapers towards the tip, the tip is seal brown. The beige body coat is dense and feels silky soft. Surface shading across the back and a small dark tummy spot. Full neck ruff and knickerbockers. Expertly presented for the show today, and possessing a delightful show temperament. Lovely exhibit.
2 HARMER’S RAGSMITTEN SASKIA (66) FN 14.04.2007. A 1 year 9 months old seal colourpointed Ragdoll of very good size and type. She is long bodied well boned and muscular. Broad head with flat plane not domed. Medium size ears set well apart, they are well furnished, slightly rounded at the tips and show the desired slight forward tilt. Well developed cheeks and rounded muzzle, level bite the chin is firm. Dense seal brown mask and expressive large medium blue eyes, slightly oblique in their set. The medium length nose has a gentle profile dip, it is not retrousse at the tip. Medium length substantially boned legs, excellent dense seal brown points colouring. Silky textured and dense beige body coat, this is rather dark across the back today. The underbody is a paler beige. Long bushy seal brown tail, slightly tapering towards the tip and showing some surface brindling. Well shown.
3 BRADLEY’S PR VONVARDA KA CHINA (66 31a) FN 10.05.2007. A Well built blue bi-colour Ragdoll female .
ANY PATTERN RED SERIES NEUTER MALE OR FEMALE:
1 DAVIES’S CH & GR PR SUNNYWOOD NUTMEG (66e) FN 20.05.2002.
2 LYNCH’S PR MAGISRAGIS GINGERBREADJIM (66d) MN 09.10.2005. A 3 year 3 months old red colourpointed Ragdoll of good type. He is long bodied, excellent boning, heavy set and strong broad chest. Medium size well furnished ears, rounded at the tips, showing typical Ragdoll slight forward tilt. Points and mask colouring rather pale for a red of this age. Large well opened pale blue eyes, these are slightly oblique in their set. The mask is pale, it covers the well developed cheeks and the rounded muzzle. Medium length nose showing gentle profile dip, it is slightly retrousse at the tip. Rather an untidy bite, good strong chin. Pale red legs, these are medium in length and of substantial bone. Pale red long bushy tail, this tapers slightly towards the tip and easily reaches the shoulders. The dense body coat is cream, shading lighter cream on belly and chest. Good length neck ruff and knickerbockers. A nicely presented well mannered exhibit.
3 WOODHEAD & DE NEIJS CLEVERCLOGGS DEX DEXTER (66d) MN 12.07.2007. Another red point 18 months old, very well grown strong body - with good type.
BRITISH RAGDOLL CC ANY RAGDOLL ADULT FEMALE PART 1:
1 HARRISON’S VALLEYCAT FIRST EDITION (66 31) F 05.02.2005
2 SHOREMAN’S LUVUMCATS LOVEINTHEMIST (66at) F 11.07.2007
3 EDMUNDS’ ECALPHARAS MARTINI (66g) F 23.06.2007
BRITISH RAGDOLL CC ANY RAGDOLL ADULT FEMALE PART 2:
1 GRIFFITHS & SCOTT’S GR CH RAGTASIA PEACHESAND CREAM (66g) F 16.04.2005
2 ADAMS’ HAZELSDOLLS BUTTERFLY BLUE (66atw) F 08.04.2008
3 PROWTING’S EISERBLEW BELLE DE JOUR (66w) F 19.09.2007