Welcome to the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy

My thanks go to Jackie and Elaine for the kind invite. What a super friendly relaxed show which as usual ran very smoothly. My steward was my good friend Carol Blakemore who as usual handled the cats with great care and presented them to their best advantage. The lovely gift of jam went down very well thank you.

I am sorry but I mislaid my judge’s book at the show which was very kindly sent onto me. Unfortunately it has still not arrived so I have had to write my open class reports from memory. If an exhibitor would like a critique on their cat which was placed in a miscellaneous class please contact me and I will do the best I can.

It is hard to believe this lovely boy is not yet two years old he showed excellent maturity and balance. Super masculine shape to his head with good underlying bone structure. Ears still a little on the generous side as yet, but as he matures further I am sure these will settle. Nice profile with a short broad nose. Eyes which are not fully round in shape but of deep orange. Lovely wide full cheeks and a muzzle which for perfection needs a tad more strength for balance. Firm chin and level bite. Lovely body conformation being broad, deep and wide and he was carrying super weight for this time of year. Good strong sturdy legs and rounded paws. Tail in balance to his body and legs. Lovely short well groomed coat which showed good contrast between his ground colour and spots. A few linkages, but this did not detract from him at all. A gentle boy shown in super condition.

A shy but gentle boy who preferred the security of his pen. He is not overlarge but balanced and all in proportion. Lovely round head with a gentle facial expression. His ears fit into the contour well albeit a fraction wide at the base. Nice profile with a short broad straight nose well rounded cheeks and a good muzzle line. Eyes not fully round in shape, but of lovely orange colour. Level bite and good chin. Cobby bodied boy who was lovely and solid with good weight carried on strong legs and rounded paws. Tail to balance with round tip. Very nice coat which did show some unsoundness at the roots, but had a good feel to it and was of good length. Shown in super condition.

I am afraid this lady still looked rather kittenish. Fairly round head with generous ears which were wide and open at the base. Rounded profile with a short broad straight nose. At present she lacks width to her cheeks and needs to strengthen from behind her muzzle line. Fairly firm chin and level bite. She needs to develop more width and depth to her body with legs which were fine in bone finished in round paws. Tail in balance to both her body and legs. Darker phase of chocolate which was unsound at the roots and also tended to lie on the flat side and required more density. A sweet natured girl who showed herself well.

A boy who I have now judged on many occasions who as always was superbly presented. As usual a pleasure to judge.

A quiet shy boy who I don’t think I have judged previously. Lovely round head shape with a pleasing open facial expression. Well spaced ears which fit the contour well. Rounded profile with a short broad nose. Expressive eyes of pale colour now. Nice width to his cheeks which balance his head and a round muzzle line. Firm chin and level bite. Not an overlarge boy, but well balanced and cobby carried on good strong legs and round paws. Tail with round tip which balances. Lovely short thick dense coat with a nice undercoat and clear dense black spots. A gentle but shy chap.

BOB to Benger’s IGr Pr Stonnall Rockee (30d) 15.06.2005
Another chap who I have judged very recently and my comments remain the same.

I was hard to believe this lovely well grown chap was just over a year old. Lovely masculine shape to his head with ears which are still on the generous size for balance but fit into his head shape well. Round profile with a short broad straight nose. Expressive eyes of lovely hazel colour. Round cheeks and a good round muzzle line. Firm chin and a level bite. Such a super solid chap being strong and all in proportion and of very good size and weight. Sturdy legs with round paws. Tail with some complete rings. What let him down today was his coat. His spots did not show clear definition and depth of colour. Also there was a lot of brindling between his pattern which spoilt the overall effect. Hopefully this is seasonal and will sort itself out as he is otherwise a super chap. So calm and placid and shown in superb condition.

Thanks to Elaine & Jackie for the invite to this friendly show. I had an enjoyable day and some lovely cats to judge. I was fortunate to have fellow judge Carolyn Davies as my steward who was gentle with the cats and pleasant company, maybe I can return the favour one day?

OPEN CLASSES
ORIGINAL FOREIGN PREMIER MALE
1ST (GPC WITHHELD) ROBERTSON’S PR PHILOKALIA OLIVER SUDDEN (33a 36) MN 30.07.00 Devon Rex
A strong & muscular black smoke boy of nearly 9 years of a good weight for his size and in lovely condition for his age. Head a broad, quite short wedge with high cheek bones. Flat skull, rounded forehead & quite short nose, the stop could be better defined. Strong deep chin but unfortunately his bite is undershot. Large ears with a broad base & rounded tips with tufts, set low & wide apart. Large oval eyes set wide and on a slant. Muscular body of medium build with quite long legs, tail of reasonable length but a little thick. Well-covered with a dense coat, good rexing with ripples on the body, just a little untidy and slightly straighter down the spine. He had a bit of a grumble but was not a problem to handle. Certificate withheld because of the bite.
2ND RICE’S PR DIADEM MOODY BLUE (33a 36a) MN 28.03.05 Devon Rex
A mature boy of 4 years. Broad head but it could be shorter. Flat skull & rounded forehead, quite good stop (it can be felt) but his nose is a little long. Level bite & shallow chin that could be stronger. Large ears set reasonably low, large eyes of rounded oval shape. Elegant & muscular body with long limbs & long tapering tail. Reasonably well-covered, his coat is loosely waved with the rexing mainly on the limbs & lower body. Coat a little coarse on the body where it could be denser with some guard hairs showing. Long crinkly whiskers.

ORIGINAL FOREIGN PREMIER FEMALE
A challenging class with 4 lovely girls representing 4 of the 5 breeds eligible for this class.
GPC POLLARD’S GR CH & PR CHUASIRI SONG SUDA (34) FN 04.03.05 Korat
A mature girl of 4 years. Lovely head, heart-shaped with breadth between & across the eyes & gently rounded muzzle. Short nose & slight stop in profile, her nose drops off at the tip but she has a small nose bump. Level bite and good chin. Well-set moderately large ears and large luminous eyes of a brilliant green colour. Muscular & semi-cobby body with limbs & tail to balance. Single coat, fine & close-lying of an even blue with silver tipping. Shown in excellent condition. She made the usual Korat noises and was fine when handled but a little naughty when returned to her pen.
RGPC ARNOLD’S UK IGR CH & GR PR PAPAVER CRESSIDA (33 31s) FN 30.04.98 Cornish Rex
A very mature girl of 11 years, a black smoke & white and an old favourite of mine but beginning to show her age a little and her coat was a little thin down the spine. Typical Cornish look, head a medium wedge narrowing to a rounded muzzle & practically straight profile. Firm chin & level bite with lovely teeth especially for her age. Large ears set rather high, mussel shell shape with a broad base & rounded tips. Oval eyes of medium size set on a slight slant. Elegant neck & muscular body of medium length of a good weight. Long limbs & long tapering tail. Moulting on the day so her coat probably not at its best but well-covered with just a small patch of stud tail. Good rexing with ripples on the body. Excellent temperament, very purry & happy to be handled.

USUAL SOMALI NEUTER
BOB STABLES’S IGR PR MERLIESIN CAISEAL BEAG (63) MN 26.10.03
A strong muscular boy show in excellent condition & beautifully presented. Head a moderate wedge with rounded contours & good width between the ears. Rounded muzzle & typical Somali “smile”. Slight nose break in profile, level bite & deep chin. Large cupped ears set wide apart & large eyes of almond shape set on a slant. Strong muscular body with elegant limbs & tapering tail. Well-prepared coat with a silky & fine texture & lying close along the spine. Rich overall colour with black ticking on an apricot base but some pale grey next to the skin on the body. Good facial markings, pale lips & chin. Darker spine line, black tail tip and excellent heels. Very gentle nature & happy to be judged.

AC SILVER SOMALI NEUTER
1ST PC & BOB STABLES’S GR CH & PR AMORES OPHELIA FIZKIN (63s) FN 14.02.03 Usual Silver
An elegant girl of 6 years with a feminine look. Head a moderate wedge with rounded contours & good width between the ears but her muzzle could be a little broader. High rounded forehead & slight nose break in profile, level bite but her chin slopes away a little. Cupped ears set wide apart & lovely expressive eyes with good depth to their greeny colour. Elegant body of medium build with elegant limbs & reasonably long tail. Silky & fine coat of good density with a ruff & breeches. Distinct black ticking on a silvery-white base with just a little tarnishing on her face & lower limbs. Darker spine line & black heels. Shown in lovely condition and easy to handle though she had a bit of a grumble.

CORNISH REX ADULT, FEMALE
1ST CC ARNOLD’S PAPAVER ARTEMIS (33 36) F 20.09.07
An elegant young black smoke girl of 21 months with a lovely coat. Head a medium wedge narrowing to a rounded muzzle with a straight profile. Level bite but her chin falls away a little. Large ears set rather high with a broad base & rounded tips but her eyes are a little full & more rounded than oval. Slender neck & muscular body of medium length. Long slender limbs & long fine tail. Dense silken coat with an attractive smoke effect down the spine. Well-covered & lovely rexing with ripples on the body. Long whiskers. A gentle girl who was easy to handle.
2ND ARNOLD’S PAPAVER ARIADNE (33 36b) F 20.09.07
A chocolate smoke girl & litter sister to Artemis. Lots of similarities between the two but I preferred the overall balance of Artemis. Head a fraction long & her muzzle is a little square. Flat skull, rounded forehead and straight profile. Level bite but her chin falls away a little. Large ears with a broad base & rounded tips, set rather high. Her eyes are a little bold and she tends to round them. Elegant & muscular body of a good weight for her size & carried high on long slender limbs. Long fine tail to balance. Well-covered with a silken dense coat & lovely feel to the touch. Coat plushy on the shoulders but good rexing along her back and well-rexed tail. Easy to handle.
BOB ARNOLD’S GR CH PAPAVER FLORA (33 31hs) F 30.03.02
A mature chocolate tortie smoke & white girl of 7 years from the same household & dam of the 2 girls entered in the open. Good head, a medium wedge narrowing to a rounded muzzle with a straight profile. Moderately large ears with a broad base & rounded tips, set rather high. Medium eyes of oval shape. Well-grown muscular body with limbs & tail to balance. Well-covered with a loosely wave coat that is a fraction long but of an even length on the body. A sweet-natured girl who was easy to handle.

MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
AC MAINE COON, NORWEGIAN FOREST OR SIBERIAN NON BREEDERS KITTEN
1ST GILLMAN’S MABALAKAT ROTHKO (64 41w) M Maine Coon
A well-grown brown tabby & white baby boy of only 4 months. Attractive head with white on the muzzle accentuating the squareness. Head broad, of medium length & slightly longer than wide with uniform width to the nose. High cheek bones, cheeks quite full. Shallow concave curve to the profile & deep chin but it rounds off a little at the tip. Level bite. Huge tall ears with a broad base tapering to tips with large tufts plus inner feathering. Round eyes in a slightly oblique aperture & set but they could be a little larger. Long rectangular body though not as heavy as expected; he needs to fill it out. Strong limbs with large round feet & tufted toes, quite long tail, it could do with a little more length for balance. His coat appeared to be developing. Lovely head markings with a distinct “M” & pale fur around the eyes. Classic tabby pattern to the shoulders with the beginnings of a butterfly marking but little tabby pattern on the rest of the body and solid tail, maybe this will improve as the coat grows through? White on his feet, tummy, chest and face. A purry kitten with a gorgeous temperament & shown in super condition.
2ND READ’S KYLERHEA INDIGO (67 22) F Norwegian Forest
A well-grown tortie & white girl of 8 months. Triangular head with a straight profile. Level bite but her chin falls away a little. Well-set ears but they could be a little larger & oblique-set eyes but they could be larger & more oval. Strong muscular body with sturdy limbs & long bushy tail. Well-prepared dense coat with a well-developed woolly undercoat & silky topcoat. Mainly tortie with small amount of white on her chest and pale tip to the tail.

AV FOREIGN ADULT PART 1
1ST HUMPHREYS’S REXINTONS POWDER (33a 14a) M Devon Rex
A young white boy of 16 months with a lovely coat. Head a short broad wedge with high cheek bones & a short nose. Quite good stop, shallow chin, his bite seemed to be ok but I only had a brief glimpse. Large ears with a broad base & rounded tips, set wide apart but could be a little lower. Large expressive eyes of oval shape & set wide and on a slight slant. Muscular body with elegant limbs and long tapering tail well-covered with short fur. Dense white coat, soft & of an even length on the body, downy tummy. Good rexing and crinkly whiskers & eyebrows.
2ND LORENZO’S ARCHENZO SPECKLES (74e) F Tortie Tonkinese
A mature girl of 2 years with nice type. Head a moderately proportioned wedge with a definite whisker pinch & rounded muzzle. Well-set ears of medium size & large expressive eyes of a greeny-blue colour. Elegant & muscular body with limbs to balance & long tapering tail. Short fine & close-lying coat with a tortie pattern of warm brown well-broken with shades of red and slightly darker on the points.
3RD GRIFFITH’S ADATESH ICEWITCH (33a 14a) F Devon Rex

AV FOREIGN ADULT PART 1I
1ST ALGER-STREET’S CH TYPHAST VESUVIUS (76 30) M Brown Spotted Bengal
A strong muscular boy of 3 years. Broad masculine head slightly longer than wide. Level bite but his chin could be stronger. Well-set ears with a broad base but they are bit large. Large eyes of a greeny colour. Long muscular & sleek body with limbs to balance but his tail is rather long & has a bony tip. Short coat clearly spotted with large rosetted spots. Well-marked limbs & ringed tail with a dark tip.
2ND PENFOLD’S CH KWANSAN NUTIKITA NALA (77) F Singapura
A very elegant young girl of 14 months who needs to mature. Head with a rounded skull & rounded width at eye level narrowing to a medium short, broad muzzle. Profile a touch straight, level bite but shallow chin that falls away slightly at the tip. Large ears set at a slight angle. Large eyes of a greeny colour & held wide open. Elegant body of medium length & size but she needs to muscle up. Tapering limbs & slender tail to balance. Lovely coat, short fine & close-lying with sepia brown ticking on an old ivory base & unmarked underparts. Slightly darker spine line, clear line down the tail to a dark tip. Inner barring on the front limbs but very little markings on the back knees. “Cheetah” lines on the face, salmon-coloured nose leather with a dark outline but it is not quite complete. Brown spurs on the hind legs. Shown in lovely condition.
3RD ALGER-STREET’S TYPHAST QUANTUMLEAP (76 30) F Brown spotted Bengal

AC RUSSIAN, KORAT OR THAI BREEDERS ADULT
1ST CHERKAS’S JUSARKA YIN YANG (34) F Korat
A mature girl of 4 years with a gentle nature. Heart-shaped head with good width between & across the eyes curving to a rounded muzzle. Slight stop in profile, good chin and level bite. Well-set ears and large wide open eyes of a clear green colour. Muscular semi-cobby body with elegant limbs and tapering tail just long enough. Close-lying fine coat of an even blue with silver tipping, a few white hairs between the shoulder blades. Shown in lovely condition with a beautiful coat.
2ND STARK’S CH DUSHENKA TASHABELLA (16a) F Russian Blue
A very elegant girl of 3 years. Mature head with large vertically-set ears and prominent whisker pads. Large almond-shaped eyes of a good green colour. Level bite. Elegant & muscular body with long limbs & long tapering tail with a bony tip. Double coat with a fine texture but a little thinner down the spine. Even blue colour with a good silvery sheen. Shown in good condition, lots of rude language but not a problem to handle.
3RD SEDGWICK’S CATWO LOVE IN THE MIST (16a) F Russian Blue
A young girl of 13 months. Head a fraction long but with prominent whisker pads. Bite overshot & red inflamed gums. Large vertically-set ears and almond-shaped eyes of a lovely deep green colour. Very elegant with a long body & long limbs & tail. Coat changing at present, moulting & uneven in colour with some rusty tinges on her head. Sweet-natured and easy to handle.

AV LIMIT NEUTER
1ST WILLIAMS & KENNEDY’S TYPHAST JALAL (76 30) MN Brown Spotted Bengal
A young lad of 13 months but well-grown, strong & muscular. Head a medium wedge slightly longer than wide. Well-set ears but they are a bit large. Large eyes of oval shape. Long sleek body with limbs to balance & medium length tail that tapers a little. Lovely feel to his coat & super pattern of large rosetted spots but the overall colour could be richer. Shown in lovely condition and easy to handle.

2ND WITHEY’S STONNALL FLYBOY (17) MN British Cream
An extremely well-grown young man of only 13 months but very strong & masculine. Broad head with a round face & full cheeks. Short nose & level bite but his chin rounds off a touch. Wide-set ears but they could be smaller, round eyes of a lovely deep gold colour. Muscular cobby body with short strong limbs. Thick tail of medium length. Dense cream coat but it pales at the roots, faint spotting. He was reluctant to leave his pen
3RD STEVENS’S TIFFKINS DANCY DANDELION (68dq) MN Tiffanie

Many thanks for the invitation to this friendly run show. A big thank you to Karen Kempsall for her company during the day and gentle handling of the cats.

ORIGINAL FOREIGN SH CHAMPION ADULT MALE
Gr Ch. Shammas GR CH MIKKAR ASHANTI WARRIOR. 23. An extremely handsome boy but very nervous. Very strong and did not really want to be out of his pen or handled. Strong body with good length tail. Very strong masculine head lines . Good top of head with rounded dome between ears. Slight tufts. Rather bold in the eye, possible due to nerves, expressive eyes. Has good nose line, chin a little shallow. Good jaw line. Really super coat, with a real polish to is. Good ruddy colour well ticked.
R. Miskelly’s CH GLENDAVAN KAISER SOEZE. 23. Another very nice boy, a very gentle lad. Good strong body well muscled. Good length tail. Strong legs and paws. A very nice head on him with good top of head and well spread ears. Full cheeks. Has slight nose break dip. Bright expressive eyes. Very well ticked coat. No white. Has rich undercoat, but rather colder in colour over the back. Coat a little harsh.
ORIGINAL FOREIGN SH CHAMPION ADULT FEMALE
Gr Ch. Brynes GR CH BOUNTIFUL O’SUGAR. 33a36. A very nice girl. A really nice muscular body with slender neck. Good length well covered tail. Fine legs and oval paws. Good head lines with large low set ears. Has nose break and firm level chin., Slight whisker break. Bright almond shaped eyes. Extremely good coat, very well covered with fine soft ripples.
R. Stark’s DUSHENKA TASHABELLA. 16a. A well matured girl. Really nice long substantial body with good length tail. Strong legs and oval paws. Good head lines with well held tall ears. Has slight dip in profile and firm level chin. Shows whisker pads. Eyes little bold and on the pale side. Lovely pale blue coat, needed a little more density down the back.
AC COLOURPOINTED OR MITTED RAGDOLL ADULT MALE.

1st Ch. BOB. Hamilton’s CH ADATELO PURRBLUE BUBBLE. 66a. A lovely boy very good long body but a little bit on the rangey side being still very young. Good length tail a little on the thin side. Lovely head lines with flat plane between wide set medium size ears. Has good nose line. Nice blue eyes well set. Firm level chin. Coat a little thin at the moment. Shows good ruff. Very nice blue points. Well prepared.

2nd. Aland’s IMPERIALPRIDE HENDERSON. 66a. An extremely long well grown boy. Has good length of body. Tail could be a little longer and fuller. Strong legs and big paws. Masculine head lines. Wide set ears with flat plane. Has gentle nose dip. Firm level chin and bite. Expressive blue eyes. Lovely very full coat. Good contrast with dense blue points. On the darker side of blue. Super presentation .

3rd. Gledstone’s ADATELO JOSEPH. 66. Just a baby, but very well balanced. Weighty body. Tail could be a little longer. Good legs and paws. Quite strong head lines but ears rather on the small side. Has flat plane. Super blue eyes. Good nose line and firm level chin. Absolutely super coat. Shows lovely contrast with really pale coat and dense points. Vet good preparation.

AC COLOURPOINTED OR MITTED RAGDOLL ADULT FEMALE.
1st. Vale’s ADNIOLO PHATPAWWS BOOTIGIRL. 66a. At nine months still very much a baby but well balanced. Has quite good body weight and good length full tail. Flat plane between medium size ears. Slight dip to nose. Level chin. A little fine in the muzzle. Good clear blue eyes. Extremely good coat. Quite full and very well prepared. Delicate blue points.
2nd. Hamilton’s XELALUV PARSHA. 66. A little on the small side for her age, and rather rangey. Has good length tail, but a little thin of coat. Strong legs and paws. Very well balanced head lines with wide set ears. Has good blue eyes, a little pink round the rims. Good nose line and level chin. Very well prepared coat with very good contrast. Rather shaded down the back.
AC COLOURPOINTED OR MITTED RAGDOLL MALE NEUTER
BOB. Stanton’s GR PR AZERPASHAN BOBBY DAZZLER.
1st Pr. Beal’s SONNIFACIO GENTLEMAN RUFFIN. 66. A really strong well developed boy for only nine months. Very good solid body with good length full tail. Strong legs and busy tufted paws. Good strong head lines with gentle nose line. Good flat plane between wide set ears. Good clear blue eyes. Fir level chin. Absolutely super soft well prepared coat. Very good contrast of coat and points.
2nd. Davies’ FOXYBELL ARISTAEUS. 66atw. Not very amiable, rather cross, and needs to learn some manners. Strong body with good length full tail. Strong legs and big paws. Good head lines, but ears a little close together. Has good nose line and level chin. Bright expressive blue eyes. Extremely good coat quality. Has well defined tabby markings.
3rd. Stevens’ DRAMCAT’S OSCAR STEVENS. 66a. Another young boy but quite well developed body with good length of tail. As yet a little fine boned. Heads need to balance. Has flat plain between medium size ears. Good nose line. Eyes rather bold and very pale in colour. Dense blue points. Coat very patchy in length and shading.
SPHYNX ADULT INTERMEDIATE.
1st IC BOB. Hobson-Kelly’s CHICHI CAOIMHE NANOBILERO. 84 20e. Quite nice mature girl. Medium length body, hard and muscular. Rounded chest. Slender neck. Long slender tail, slightly thick at the base. Oval dainty paws. Modified wedge with prominent cheek bones, good whisker break. Slight stop at bridge of nose. Large wide open ears. Quite large lemon shaped eyes. Covered with fine down showing tortie markings. Slightly more fur on ears.
SINGAPURA NEUTER MALE
1st Pr. Stone’s PR GLAMOOR BONIFACE. An extremely nice boy, very placid lad. A very well matured boy at eight yers old. Medium well proportioned body with medium length tail. Elegant legs and feet. Slightly rounded wedge head lines with gentle profile contour. Firm chin. Medium size ears, broad at base. Large well shaped eyes. Very good coat texture, close lying. Show required markings.
Bewlay’s PR JANAMEL KEYAYAAN was quite determined not to be handled.
SINGAPURA NEUTER FEMALE
BOB. Brook’s GR PR. JANAMEL SAMPAGITA.
ORIENTAL BLACK KITTEN FEMALE.
1st BOB. Saxton’s TORREYLAINE COSMICCREEPEERS. A very nicely balanced really laid back girl. A well developed kitten. Really nice firm body with good length tapering tail. Slight non-fixed deviation at end of tail. Confirmed by Duty Vet. Fine legs an oval paws. Well balanced head lines with large wide set ears. Good oriental eye shape. Good profile and firm level chin. Clear dense black coat.
ORIENTAL RED KITTEN MALE
1st BOB. Dawe’s BARBECCO OBIWAN. Quite stunning. A lovely boy really happy, alert and relaxed. Very good feel to hard muscular body with very good length tapering tail. Very good even wedge shaped head with long straight profile, and firm level chin. Large wide set ears. Lovely oriental eyes. Very good close lying coat of nice red colour. A delight to handle.
APRICOT POINT SIAMESE NEUTER MALE.
1st Pr. BOB. Pound’s JOMESE THE JOKER. A very stylish boy. Good firm long body. Extremely long tapering tail, slight fault at the end. Strong legs and oval paws. Very well balanced wedge head with wide set ears. Has long straight profile. Chin falls away a little. Really oriental eyes. Good close lying coat with nice apricot points
AC BALINESE NEUTER
BOB. Hart’s CH & UK GR PR APRIKAT SKULDUGGERY.

My thanks to Jackie & Elaine for inviting me back to Wiltshire again. As always, a very well organised show with a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Special thanks to husband, Steve, for accompanying and stewarding for me.

IMPERIAL CLASS – AV SLH GR CH ADULT MALE
IGC, PERCIVAL’S GR CH BLEUGEMS TEDDIE-BEAR, 66 31, 08.08.07
Seal Bi-Colour Ragdoll. A charismatic young man, exhibiting lovely type. Medium sized ears, good flat plane between them, set wide apart with a slightly forward tilt. Strong broad masculine head, well developed cheeks and a very well defined rounded muzzle. Medium shade of blue to large, slightly obliquely set eyes. Beautiful profile to the medium length nose, gentle dip and slightly retrousse towards the tip. Firm chin. Broad chest, long weighty body, very well muscled indeed, leading to strong, well boned medium length limbs and large round paws. Well furnished bushy tail, reaching the shoulders. He had lovely coat qualities, especially considering the time of year, quite a full ruff around the neck, dense and silky texture to the coat, full knickerbockers. Well marked inverted ‘v’ to the face, white evident along the entire length of the underbody. Back legs were white, with the exception of a coloured spot below the left hock. Front legs were white, though both had a small extension of colour going slightly down the limbs. Beige body colour, showing contrast with the seal ears, tail and mask. Wonderful to handle and shown in lovely condition.
RESERVE, ALLEN’S GR CH CARAMLEIGH SPRINGTIME BEAU, 13c5,
21.03.07
Red Tabby Point Birman. Another cat with an outstanding temperament. A mature male with a very pleasing expression. Strong masculine skull, broad and round with very well filled cheeks tapering to a strong muzzle. Wide placed ears of good medium size. Large eyes, almost round in shape and mid-blue in colour. Slight dip in profile to the medium length nose though he does have a small nose bump present. Chin shows good fullness, could be a touch firmer for perfection. Long body, good muscle tone and nice weight, solidly boned legs, medium in length and leading to short strong paws. Bushy tail, well furnished and in balance with the body. A typical working body, showing shorter summer coat, some ruff present. Coat was quite silky in texture, though he is currently moulting. The cream body colour had slight deeper red top shading, though showed very good contrast with the points. He had well marked tabby points with quite a warm shade of red to the markings on a pale apricot agouti. There were thumbprints to the ears, an ‘M’ to the forehead, spotted whisker pads and barring to the front limbs. He did have some rings evident to the tail. Nicely marked white gloves, ending in quite a straight line, finishing just below the leg/paw angle. White socks covered the back feet. Gauntlets tapered quite well, ending about three-quarters of the way up to the hocks. A great chap to handle, I just felt that the Ragdoll had the edge on coat today.

IMPERIAL CLAS – AV SLH GR CH ADULT FEMALE
IGC, GILLMAN’S GR CH NORACOON VALATIE, 64 31ets, 24.04.06
Silver Tortie-Tabby & White Maine Coon. An impressive female with lovely size, substance and balance. Large ears, set high on the head and sporting tips and tufts. Balanced head of medium length with fairly full cheeks and high set cheek bones. Slightly obliquely set eyes, green in colour, good size and set well apart. Shallow concave curve to the nose. Good square muzzle, firm chin. Really long body, wonderful weight and substance, huge boning to legs and tufted paws. Very well furnished flowing tail, reaching the shoulders. Quite a full ruff framing the face, coat shorter over the shoulders and increasing in length down the back and sides of the body, good gloss to the topcoat with some undercoat present. Well grown breeches. Attractive mingled mixture of red and black tabby with a silvery white base colour. Quite clear tabby pattern. White to underbody, all feet, chest, bib and chin. Beautifully presented and well worthy of the Imperial today.

AC COLOURPOINTED OR MITTED RAGDOLL KITTEN MALE
1ST & BOB, JONES & GULLY’S SNUGGLESOFT BLUEMOSELLE, 66atw, MN, 09.11.08
Blue Tabby Mitted. This young man had a really solid feel to him and I felt that he was of good size and substance. Very strong broad head, medium sized ears, set well apart and with a slightly forward tilt. Cheeks already very well developed. Gentle dip to the now, which was medium in length. Good definition to the rounded shaped muzzle. Firm deep chin. Long muscular body, broad chest, well boned legs and paws. Tail easily reached the shoulders and was very well furnished, bushy texture. Silky texture to a medium length coat, ruff developing around the neck and knickerbockers already present. Coat was bluish-white in colour and showing contrast with the blue tabby points. Points were already well developed, including the limbs. White chin and white present from the chin along the underbody to the base of the tail. Nicely marked white mittens to front feet. Backs have white to above the hocks on both back limbs. He was a very confident and affectionate young man.
2ND PEPPERELL’S SHAMANTA CREAM-OF-THE-CROP, 66f, M, 31.01.09
Cream Colourpointed. For five months old, this kitten exhibited lovely size and substance. Medium to large sized ears (as expected at this stage), sitting well apart on the head. He has lovely strength to the head, already broad with a flat plane between the ears. Cheeks are already well filled and he has a defined rounded shape to the muzzle. Stunning eye colour, deep blue, this is especially good for a cream coloured cat. Medium length nose, showing a slight dip in profile, this could be just a little more dipped for perfection. Very well boned medium length legs, round paws. Tail reached the shoulders, furnishings developing nicely. Off-white body, cream points colour starting to deepen in tone. Actually this young man is a Cream Mitted and not a Cream Colourpointed as he has white mittens and white back legs. In creams, the points colour formation takes some time to come in and it is not easy to see the presence of any white in young kittens. Consequently I felt that it would be rather harsh to wrong pattern a young kitten, though I recommend that his colour reference is changed to a 66fw – Cream Mitted. He was beautifully groomed and very easy to handle.

AC COLOURPOINTED OR MITTED RAGDOLL KITTEN FEMALE
2ND (1ST WITHHELD), JONES & GULLY’SSNUGGLESOFT RAZZLEDAZZLE, 66at, 09.11.08
Blue Tabby Colourpointed. Litter brother to my BOB winner, and like him, she also has a strong broad head shape with well filled cheeks. Medium sized ears, set wide apart though the top of head between them, is a little domed rather than really flat at the moment. Quite large, mid blue eyes, though set just a little too obliquely for me. Good gentle dip to the nose. Muzzle fractionally short in comparison to the top section of head. Firm chin. Unfortunately, she is undershot and this was my main reason for not being able to award her 1st place in this class. At the moment her head is at the in-between stage, with everything yet to come together. Good breadth to the chest, body quite long, fairly large boning to limbs and paws. Bushy tail, reaching the shoulders. Coat currently changing, quite a dense texture present, overall medium in length. Well marked blue tabby points, contrasting with the bluish-white body colour. She was nice to handle.

AOC MAINE COON NEUTER MALE
PC & BOB, NEWMAN’S PR DAIRYMAINE KASABIEN, 64 19, MN, 03.08.06
Red Tabby. A really massive cat with enormous boning and a large rectangular frame to the body. Head of medium length, slightly longer than its breadth, fairly full cheeks which were set high. Large ears, set about an ear’s width apart on the head, well furnished with tips and tufts. Large expressive pale green-gold eyes, set well apart and slightly obliquely. Square muzzle, firm chin of nice depth. Wonderful body all round, tail reached the shoulders, even though he has such a long body. His tail was beautifully furnished and flowing. How he has managed to keep a full coat in the recent hot weather, I just don’t know – perhaps his owner keeps him in the freezer. Whatever her secret, he had fantastic coat qualities today with a full ruff and breeches, coat short over the shoulders and increasing in length down the back and sides of the body, with some undercoat present. Clear classic tabby pattern with quite a rich shade of red. An impressive gentle giant, groomed to perfection.
2ND ALPIN’S MAINENEWS DARK KNIGHT, 64 15, MN, 03.08.08
Black. This young man has so much potential. I really loved him much and he is certainly one to watch out for in the future. Just eleven months old and already showing size, substance and balance. Large, well furnished ears, set about an ear’s width apart on the head. Medium length head, very well developed for age, slightly longer than its breadth with fairly full cheeks. Large green-gold eyes, set well apart and in a good slight oblique set. Shallow concave curve to the nose, though he does have a small bump present. Well defined square muzzle, firm chin. Long rectangular body, very well boned limbs and a long flowing tail. Fairly full ruff, excellent for the time of year, glossy black coat to the body with longer guardhairs covering he undercoat, full breeches. It really was nip and tuck between these two, it could have gone either way and smaller factors, such as a small nose bump, had to be taken into consideration, when placing. However, I would have given this boy a PC in a heartbeat. Such a shame that he came up against Kasabian today. It is lovely to see such a good example of a solid black on the bench. Presented beautifully and super to handle. At times like this, I wish we could award two PCs!

AOC MAINE COON NEUTER FEMALE
PC, DAWES’ PR EMPURRER MYSTIQUE, 64 41gw, FN, 14.04.08
Classic Blue Tortie-Tabby & White. Oh boy, did I love this girl so much! I could have taken her home in a heartbeat, just my type of Maine Coon! Wonderful head type, really strong with excellent balance between length and breadth. Well filled cheeks, set high. Large furnished ears, set about an ear’s width apart on the head. Unfortunately, she was in an end pen, and for some reason she was not keen on the viewing area above, which made her feel unsure and consequently she did have a tendency to flare the ears. Large, vivid green eyes, set well apart and slightly obliquely set. Long rectangular body, well muscled and substantial, leading to very well boned limbs and large tufted feet. Very well furnished tail, balancing the body and reaching the shoulders. Some ruff framing the face. Very pleasing coat qualities for the time of year, glossy guardhairs covering the undercoat, full breeches. Quite clear classic tabby markings, attractive mingled mixture of blue and cream tabby with white to bib, tummy and all four paws. Had she been a little more confident, I would have given her the BOB today. Well presented and a very pretty girl.

AV NOT WON A CC ADULT
1ST ALAND’S IMERIALPRIDE HENDERSON, 66a, M, 14.07.08. Blue Colourpointed Ragdoll.
2ND DUNSTALL’S ELANESSE HURLUIN THEFAIR, 66 31a, M, 15.08.08. Blue Bi-Colour Ragdoll.
3RD White’s sheerclass biggles, 64 31s, M, 27.04.08. Black Smoke & White Maine Coon.

AV ARISTOCRAT ADULT
1ST MASON’S PANJANDRUM LADY AMILLIANA, 13c16, 07.06.08. Seal Tortie-Tabby Point Birman.
2ND DUNSTALL’S ELANESSE FIMBRETHIL, 66 31a, F, 28.07.08. Blue Bi-Colour Ragdoll.
3RD MANSELL’S FORESTSHADOW CHLOE, 67 31ats, F, 18.04.08. Blue Silver Tabby & White Norwegian Forest Cat.

AC BIRMAN, TURKISH VAN OR VANKEDISI BREEDERS KITTEN
1ST HARRIS’ MENTOBE MR BRIGHTSIDE, 13c1, M, 17.03.09. Seal Point Birman.
2ND WELCH’S RYUICHI ADRIANA, 13c1, F, 02.12.08. Seal Point Birman.
3RD SEMOS’ PRIDNJOY BLUEBELLE, 13c2, F, 21.02.09. Blue Point Birman.

AV SLH JUNIOR NEUTER
1ST BEAL’S SONNIFACIO GENTLEMAN RUFFIN, 66, MN, 19.09.08. Seal Colourpointed Ragdoll.
2ND DAWES’ PR EMPURRER MYSTIQUE, 64 41gw, FN, 14.04.08. Classic Blue Tortie-Tabby & White Maine Coon.
3RD HANCOCK’S PR JULESCOON SMIRNOFF ICE, 64 41as, MN, 02.11.07. Classic Blue Silver Tabby Maine Coon.

AV SLH SENIOR NEUTER MALE
1ST STANTON’S GR PR AZERPASHAN BOBBY DAZZLER, 66a, MN, 25.04.01. Blue Colourpointed Ragdoll.
2ND WATTS’ CH & PR EMANAN BOOTSTRAP BILL, 63c, MN, 15.07.05. Blue Somali.
3RD HARRIS’ GR PR SNOWWITCH MENTOBE NKOSI, 13c1, MN, 28.05.06. Seal Pointed Birman.

AV SLH SENIOR NEUTER FEMALE
1ST WORMALD’S IGC CH & PR DANLEIGH STARBURST, 13c6, FN, 25.04.04. Seal Tortie Point Birman.
2ND DAVIES’ CH & GR PR SONNYWOOD NUTMEG, 66e, FN, 20.05.02. Seal Tortie Colourpointed Ragdoll.
3RD HAWES’ IGR CH & PR GLENPETER CONCERTO, 13c2, FN, 28.08.01. Blue Point Birman.

Class 135a AC Turkish Van Adult Male
1st CC. BOB. Goulter. SHADYCOMBE CAPTJACKSPARROW. 13d M 1 yr 4 mths
Liked this strong muscular boy who was a good weight and size for his age. Loved his type, his expression confident, in command making him seem quite mature for his young age. Classic look, with chalk white, excellent auburn butterfly markings, semi-long coat in lovely show condition, soft, silky and groomed beautifully. Long body, long straight muscular legs and long furnished auburn striped brush in proportion to body. Moderately large ears, pink interior, set close together, well feathered and set high. Broad wedge, profile virtually straight showing such a slight dip on nose. Overall a handsome male we shall be seeing more of him at the shows.
Class 135b AC Turkish Van Adult Female
1st CC. Altin Pulluk. ADETELO PRENCES LEYLA. 13df. Just over13 mths
Class331 Cornish Rex Kitten
1st BOB. Gawart. REXTACULAR TIGER LILY. 33 21 F. Five months, two weeks. Very attractive young girl with pretty coloured coat that was short, even, very soft, and dense with defined waving more so on back, sides and tail that was long, fine, and tapered to tip. Her elegant body medium length and slender, long straight legs that also showed some waving, her paws small and oval shaped.
The head on slender neck was a medium wedge with the length about a third greater than the width, narrowing to fairly rounded muzzle, high cheekbones but would like more chin. Her profile displayed a flat skull that curved gently at the brow and continued in almost straight line to the tip of her nose. Bite level. Large almost mussel shell shaped ears quite high set, not vertical and wide at base. Crinkled eyebrows and whisker of medium length. Eyes of two-tone green were a fraction round rather than oval in shape; she had a nice expression and looked in excellent condition. Handled well and full of confidence.

Class 340a Bengal Brown Spotted Kitten Male
1st BOB. Herkes. ADNIOSH PURE CHAOS. 76 30. Four and a half months Could not have chosen a better name, he was full of it, what a lively boy, loads of attitude and wonderful personality. He certainly knew how to attract everyone’s attention. Fabulous, outstanding markings throughout, very glossy coat in superb condition and lots of glitter. Lovely type. Very promising.
2nd Giraudy. GIRADELLE CHEEARO. 76 30. Four months one week old.. Very sweet natured boy with superb rosettes on good base colour and spotted “tum” Glowing coat.. Lovely firm body shape and body weight, medium legs also well marked and strong paws.
Balanced head of pleasing type, almost round eyes and excellent expression. Profile showing gentle curve at the bridge of the nose, good muzzle and chin.
3rd Finch. ZAWADI FIRECRACKER. 76 30 M. Seven months Nice type, medium ears slight forward tilt, nice profile and firm chin. Broad nose with slightly puffed nose leather, tracings on face, excellent markings, lots of glitter and spots. Big boy for his age, grumbled most of the time but not nasty.

Most impressed with the two classes of the males and females, some of the nicest youngsters I have seen, beautiful quality and temperament.

Class 340b Bengal Brown Spotted Kitten Female
1st Herkes. ADNIOSH HIPPY CHICK. 76 30. Four and a half months. Sister to the winner of the previous class and she was simply super ! Very pretty and very good balanced type, lovely eyes for size set and colour. Firm body and nice body weight for her age. Her coat positively glowed, lots of rosettes, glossy and in fine healthy condition and a wonderful personality too.
2nd Giraudy. GIRADELLE SUMMER BREEZE. 76 30. 8mths 5days. A coat like satin very soft and luxurious, good base colour and already displaying excellent markings and glitter on face head and body. Well grown nice length to body, medium legs and firm paws. Medium length tail tapering to black tip. Lovely nature.
3rd Giraudy. GIRADELLE CHARISMA. 76 30. Four months and a good size girl. Very alert and playful nature. Medium wedge shaped head that was slightly smaller in proportion to body, nice profile and firm chin. Her ears wide at base tapering to rounded tips. Almost round eyes of medium size. Good markings on face and body, looked in nice healthy condition.

Merit. Goulter. SHADYCOMBE SUZI Q. 83ew. Just over five months this very striking seal-tortie girl. Nice shape to head medium sized and in proportion to her body. Ears were medium size, slightly rounded at the tips and wide at base. Nice alert expression, sparkling blue eyes, straight nose and slight slope at her forehead. Bite level and firm chin, white triangle on her face, mask a little brindled at present. Long body, firm and good body weight for her age. Coat moderately short nice condition and well presented. Medium length tail tapering to tip.

Class 562 AC Persian Self Breeders Kitten
1st Ediker. LAZANE CLASSIQUE.
Class 563 AC Persian Self Non-Breeders Kitten
1ST Lovesy. LAZANE BILLETDOUX.
Class 606 AV not won a PC Neuter
1ST Baker. ADVILO SAMSON SEPI.
2nd McCracken. MAINENEWS EMLEE.
3rd Izzard. DUBROVA SUMATRA
Class 607 AV Aristocrat Neuter
1st Bush. KUTAZA KITO
2nd Clark. CH HONEYGEM ETERNAL FLAME.
3rd Pounds. SHERRIAMOR NYTRAINT GEORGIA
Class 685 AC Russian, Korat or Thai Breeders Neuter
1st Curtis. PR. CURTILLA PSKOVA
2nd Noble. LARKSONG BOGOVSKI.
Class 686 AC Russian, Korat or Thai Breeders Neuter
1st Pollard. GR CH & PR CHUASIRI SONG SUDA
Class 774 AC Persian Adult
1st Basey-Fisher. BIBOUKATZ OLYMPIC-DREAM
2nd Emery. SWINGLETREE ANDY PANDY.

A local show for me and as always a most enjoyable day thanks to Elaine Jackie and John. We handled some lovely exhibits today, thank you all for placing them under me. Also many thanks to my able steward Sandy for handling the cats so well.
AC SELF PERSIAN CHAMPION ADULT MALE
GR MISS PHILLIPS CH SYBARIT KNOCKOUT (IMP) 70 3 M 8/5/06 I gave this boy a CC two weeks ago now I have made him up to a grand champion well done he deserves it. Large well developed blue exotic boy of very nice type, he has a lovely round head with well placed ears and good deep orange eyes. Short snub nose with well formed leather and good bite, firm chin broad muzzle with full fat cheeks. Muscular body with short thick legs and tail. Plush thick coat springy and standing away from his body. Lovely temperament nice to see the staining has nearly gone just a hint on front paws.
RES MS Le MONNIER GR CH KASDIMA RUMTUMTUGGER 70 1 M 7/7/07 A black Exotic boy of one year eleven months but smaller than the winner. Showing very nice type and well balanced. Smooth head with neat rounded ears and lovely round deep orange eyes. Short snub nose with well formed leather and good break, good bite with firm chin. Well covered cobby body with plush jet black coat nearly sound to the roots but he is starting to lose his coat. A lovely laid back boy and nice temperament.
AC SELF PERSIAN CHAMPION ADULT FEMALE
GR MRS WILSON CH FIRANTY ELCTRA 1 F 12/6/08 Black girl of one year old, the only one in the class. Flowing jet black coat but lacking undercoat so it was laying flat to her body. Smooth head with well placed ears set wide. Round eyes of a deep orange. Short snub nose with good leather and level bite with a firm chin. Cobby well covered body standing on stocky legs, short full tail. Nice temperament.
BLUE OR LILAC & WHITE KITTEN
1ST BOB MRS WILSON TYTHERTON CAN'T BUY MELOVE 12 2 F 3/11/08 I have judged this girl before as a youngster and I liked her then. She has a lovely well balanced head, round smooth forehead with neat little ears set low and wide. Round bold eyes of a good orange colour, short snub nose with well formed leather and good bite and firm chin, full cheeks. Little cobby body well covered with short legs and tail. Coat soft and full very well presented showing pale blue and cream to head and tail with a patch of colour on her body, her chin today was cream but it had a little staining which was starting to encroach onto her bib. She has a lovely temperament a very nice girl.
RED, CREAM & TORTIE TABBY NEUTER
1PC BOB MRS RIDDET SHAKIRAH GOLD-DUST 9 MN 28/5/07 Red tabby boy of two years old but still looking a youngster. He has a nicely balanced head with well placed ears and expressive orange eyes of a good size and shape. Short snub nose with full leather and good bite, firm chin that is still a little pale in colour at the moment. Cobby well covered body standing low on legs with a short tail. Tabby markings in evidence on his face, legs and tail his back was a little solid and harsh to the touch his side were showing oysters. His coat was well presented but I would have liked to see it a stronger and richer red. Nice temperament.
AV DEBUTANTE ADULT
1ST MRS BANGS LAFREBELLA JOY 2a F 16/8/08 -Another outstanding young lady from this cattery and shown to perfection, snow white coat, soft silky in texture and groomed to the last hair. Wide top of head with well placed ears and nice round eyes of a very good orange. Short snub nose with good leather and bite. Cobby body shape with very good weight and standing low on little legs. Short full tail to finish off the very nice girl.
2ND MRS GRIFFITHS MUSCAR JENICOL DJEDEFRE 13c4 M 1/8/08 Lilac Birman boy of nice type and a lovely coat. His points colour was well matching and his gloves and gauntlet matched well. Broad rounded masculine skull with medium to large ears and sitting wide apart. Large expressive medium blue eyes almost round in shape. Medium nose with slight dip to profile. Very good wide level bite with strong chin. A good weighty boy standing on medium legs, tail in proportion to body. Super temperament.
3RD MR & MRS ALTINPULLUK ADETELO PRENSES LEYLA 13df F 16/5/08 Another very nice girl, a cream Turkish van.
AV LIVING IN WILTSHIRE ADULT
1ST MR & MRS WHITE SHEERCLASS BLUEMOON 64 41a F 12/8/08 A very nice blue tabby Maine Coon girl. Large ears sporting tips and tufts sitting high and wide apart. Large bright gold coloured eyes slightly oblique. Good nose and full leather with wide level bite and strong chin and square muzzle. Good cheeks set high, well covered long body with well boned legs and large round paws, beautiful full bushy tail long and reaching well up to her shoulder. Clear tabby markings lovely temperament and easy to handle, very well presented.
2nd MRS MANSELL FORESTSHADOW CHLOE 67 31ats F 18/4/08- Blue silver tabby and white Norwegian forest cat female of one year old. Good size and substance. Good head and well placed ears. Obliquely set eyes, greenish in colour. Well framed body standing tall on legs with bushy long tail. Not too happy, the heat may have been getting to her.

AC PERSIAN SELF (14 WKS-6MTHS) KITTEN
1ST MRS LOVESY LAZANE BILLET-DOUX 3 M 5/3/09 A very promising kitten showing lovely balance for a youngster, smooth forehead with neat little ears set low and wide with long furnishings, large round eyes of a deep muddy orange, with short nose and good break and leather. Good bite with firm chin. Cobby well covered body standing low on stock legs with short full tail. Coat soft pale blue silky in texture and very well presented. A delight to handle with a super temperament.
AC PERSIAN SELF (6-9MTHS) KITTEN
1ST MR & MRS EDIKER LAZANE CLASSIQUE 2a M 8/11/08 Orange eyed white boy of eight months old and well developed for his age showing small dark patches on top of his head at the moment. Neat well placed ears set low and wide. Round eyes of a good orange with short snub nose and well formed leather. Bite is a little undershot but acceptable at the moment, strong chin. Well covered muscular body standing on stocky legs, short full bushy tail. Coat sparkling white soft silky and full, very well presented a nice gentleman with lovely temperament.
2NDMR & MRS EDIKER PICKWICK SASSYLADY 2a F 12/11/08 Orange eyed white girl just a few days younger than the boy. Nice well balanced type with good width between her ears which still need to settle as they are a bit open at present, round eyes of a muddy orange with good bite and firm chin, nose leather is a little reduced the fur seems to be growing round into the nostrils. Nice cobby body with little legs and short tail. Full soft snow white coat very well presented sweet temperament.
AC PERSIAN NON-SELF (14 WKS-6MTHS) KITTEN
1ST MRS FISHERS SHEERBLISS CELTIC TIGER 70 7d M 21/2/09 Red silver tabby boy of four months showing very nice type and a good pattern to his coat showing very good red tabby markings over silver, plush soft in texture and standing away from his cobby body. Nice round head with well placed ears set low on smooth skull. Round bright orange eyes with short snub nose and full leather and good bite with firm chin. Cobby body shape standing on thick little legs with short thick tail. Nice temperament.
2ND MR HANNINGTON &MR HARDIE NABOO DISCO INFERNO 70 9 F 17/2/09 Red tabby exotic girl, very well built for a youngster and of pleasing type. Smooth head with well placed ears and nice round bold eyes of a very good orange. Short broad nose with break and full leather, level bite but chin drops away making her a little unbalanced at the moment. Cobby well covered body with strong little legs. Coat soft and plush and a nice shade of red, good tabby markings showing. Not a happy girl today maybe the heat was getting to her.
3RD MRS HAMMETT & MRS COKER SHOU JUBELLATION 13b1 M 27/2/09 Lovely seal Colourpoint boy shows a lot of promise.
AC PERSIAN NON-SELF (6-9MTHS) KITTEN
1ST MRS SWAIN QUARTET HOUDINI 12a2t M 27/10/08 Blue tabby and white boy just short of being an adult but very well grown for his age and dripping in coat that was groomed to the last hair. Mostly white with blue tabby markings over his head and ringed tail. Head smooth with neat ears set wide. Round expressive eyes of a good orange, short snub nose with fully formed leather and wide bite with firm chin. A very showy boy with super temperament.
2ND MRS WILSON TYTHERTON CAN'T BUY MELOVE 12 2 F 3/11/08 repeat
AC PERSIAN NON-SELF NEUTER
1ST MISS WHITE IGR CH & IGR PR MARDIGRAS THECANDY MANCAN 12a7 MN 7/3/0505 As always this magnificent cream and white male neuter was groomed to perfection not a hair out of place. Smooth forehead with wide set neat ears and long furnishings. Round eyes of a good orange. Short snub nose with good break and full leather, good bite and firm chin. Well covered cobby body standing low on thick legs, short full tail. Lovely temperament.
2ND MR & MRS CLEMENTS SHEERBLISS CHIQUITITA 70 12a1 MN 10/7/08 A black and white exotic boy. Lovely round head with fat cheeks. Smooth forehead with well placed neat ears set wide. Round orange eyes with short snub nose and good leather, good bite and firm chin. Lovely cobby body shape and size standing low on stocky legs with thick tail. Coat plush and standing well away from his body. White chevron over nose and cheeks with white chest and under parts with white legs the black is sound and shining, lovely boy with a super temperament.
3RD MRS PERKINS PR ZENITH DUDLEY 12a1 MN 11/6/06 Black and white. A very nice class of ten neuters
AC PERSIAN NOT FROM WILTSHIRE NEUTER
1ST MRS RODGERS GR CH & GR PR LIEBEKATZ CUTABOVE THEREST 12a1 MN 13/6/05 A lovely large black and white Bi colour boy in full coat and showing a lovely type and well balanced. Large round head with neat little ears set low on a smooth skull. Large round eyes of a deep orange, short snub nose with well formed leather, broad muzzle with full cheeks, good bite with firm chin, strong cobby well covered body standing low on short thick legs, short full jet black tail. Coat mostly white with sound jet patches over head and ears and one eye, his coat was soft silky in texture and groomed to the last hair. Lovely temperament.
2ND MISS HANCOX PR LINNEL BROWN VELVET 70 30 8 MN 1/3/08 Spotted brown tabby exotic boy. A very well built large and heavy boy of pleasing type for one year four months old. Smooth head with well placed ears and nice round eyes of a good orange. Short broad nose with break and full leather. Good bite with strong chin. Broad chest and rump with strong legs and large paws. Coat soft and plush showing spine line down his back and spots to his sides, nice shade of warm brown just a little brindling to the ends, good tabby markings showing to his head, legs and tail. Nice temperament.
3RD MRS PERKINS ZENITH BIGOLLY 12a1 MN 25/5/05 Black and white bi-colour boy of nice type and well presented
AV DEBUTANT NEUTER
1ST MR & MRS McCRACKEN MAINENES EMLEE 64 41 FN 9/8/08 Brown tabby girl with a beautiful soft silky textured coat showing warm brown with dense black tabby markings. Lovely head shape and good ears set tips still developing. Nice expressive eyes and very good bite with firm chin and square in the muzzle, large framed girl of a good shape with lovely long tail. A pretty girl with super temperament.
2ND MRS RUSSELL JULESCOON SAPPHIRENSTEEL 64 41asw MN 5/8/08 Blue silver tabby and white Maine coon boy he has a blaze of white down his nose. Body medium in size of a good weight. Head a good shape and size with well placed ears with tufts. Nice eye shape and good bite. Tabby markings not so defined as the girl and was not too happy being out of his pen.
AV PR/GR/IMP GR PR NEUTER
1ST MRS RODGERS GR CH & GR PR LIEBEKATZ CUTABOVE THE REST 12a1 MN 13/6/05 repeat
2ND MISS BENNETT GR PR MUNKCHIP HUNNYBEAR 13c5 MN 7/8/06 Red Birman male very friendly boy and happy to be handled. Head a nice shape, ears well place of a medium size and spaced well apart. Almost round eyes of a deep blue. Nose medium in length with a slight dip and full leather. Very good bite with firm chin. Well cover body, coat silky in texture and very well presented. Points a nice shade of red and well matching. Gloves well matching as were his gauntlets. Lovely temperament.
3RD MRS LOXTON GR PR INNUENDO LILY OFTHE VALLEY 13c6 FN 30/3/05 Seal Tortie Point. Very nice young lady with a lovely Birman expression. Medium sized ears set wide apart on a broad rounded feminine head with well filled cheeks. Nice profile showing a slight dip. Chin strong. Good long weighty body. With a balanced bushy tail. Gloves rounded and covering the toes. Gauntlets well matching. Very well defined points all showing both seal brown and red. A lovely long full coat, pale fawn in colour. Very well presented.
AC KITTEN NON-PEDIGREE
1ST MRS PEPPERELL LILY SHORT HAIR TABBY F 18WKS - A very sweet baby and loved to be handled. She has a short coat that was a nice shade of blue with very good tabby markings showing to her head, legs, body and tail. She has an alert expression with upright ears and oblique green eyes. Well covered long body with long legs and tail. Lovely temperament.

Many thanks to Elaine and Jackie for the invitation to judge at this friendly show. My grateful thanks to Anne Hobson-Kelly for stewarding for me today, she handled the cats and kittens with gentle efficiency, kindness and consideration and was very good company on a pleasant day. We had large classes with some very nice cats and kittens today so I am sorry if your cat was not placed.
MISCELLANEOUS CLASS
AV FOREIGN JUNIOR ADULT A
1st Humphreys REXINGTONS POWDER 33a14a Orange eyed White Devon Rex male born 09/02/08. Flat skull, medium wedge, high cheek bones, shallow stop, broad muzzle, very good whisker break, fairly firm chin, level bite, stubbly whiskers and eyebrows elegant neck, large ears, fairly low set, wide apart, wide at base with pointed tips, medium oval shaped, well set, greeny yellow eyes with Devon expression, medium size, solid muscular body, broad chest, slender long limbs higher at rear, oval paws, good long tapered tail with pointed tip, soft clean white coat, medium length, very good density, reed waves all over, tummy covered, very good temperament and in very good condition.
2nd Arnold CH PAPAVER ANDROMEDA 33 31s Black Smoke and White Cornish Rex female born 20/09/07. Flat skull, medium wedge 1/3 longer than wide, good curve at brow to almost straight profile, gently rounded muzzle, firm chin, bite level, crinkled eyebrows and whiskers, elegant neck, medium mussel shaped alert ears, good rather high set, green oval eyes of medium size with good set, slanting towards ears, medium size, slender, muscular, body, long slender limbs higher at rear, dainty oval paws, good length tail, fine and tapering to pointed tip covered with waves, good short coat with soft, fine texture, fairly good density plush on shoulders and soft marcel waves on body, limbs rexed, very good temperament and condition.
3rd Shammas GR CH MIKKAR ASHANTI WARRIOR 23 Usual Abyssinian male born 31/12/07.

AV FOREIGN JUNIOR ADULT B
1st Alger-Street CATHLENTA TYPHA JETSTAR 72 Bombay female born 31/03/08. Short balanced wedge, wide at jaw hinge, blunt broad muzzle, gently rounded top, good width between ears, gentle curve brow to nose, good nose break, firm chin, level bite, medium ears, broad based, rounded tips, good set, tilting forward, large expressive deep gold eyes, set well apart, medium body firm and muscular, good limbs, oval paws, medium tapering tail, rounded tip, short close lying, silky fine, very glossy jet black coat, good temperament and condition.
2nd Hobson-Kelly CHICHI CAOMHE NANOBILERO 84 20e Tortie Tabby Sphynx female born 01/10/08. Modified wedge with rounded contours slightly longer than wide, rounded top with flat forehead, lots of wrinkles over head and body, prominent cheek bones, fairly defined whisker break, prominent whisker pads, slight stop and bump to nose, fairly firm chin, level bite some teeth missing, large ears, wide open at base tapering to rounded tips, set at angle to head, large size lemon shaped, green eyes, slightly slanted upwards, elegant medium hard muscular body, rounded chest, abdomen and rump, medium limbs higher at rear, oval thick padded paws, long toes, long slender tail, heavier at base, body totally naked and smooth chamois like feel to body, tail and limbs, very good temperament and condition.
3rd Alger-Street CH TYPHAST COLLUMBINE 76 30 Brown Spotted Bengal female born 14/03/08.
AV SENIOR ADULT
1st Cherkas JUSARKA YIN YANG 34 Korat female born 02/12/04. Suberb mature muscular Korat girl, heart shaped head and face with good width across and between eyes, gently curving to a well developed rounded muzzle, short nose with a slight downward slope, slight stop, strong firm chin, level bite, large flat forehead, large size, alert ears, flared at base, rounded tips, set high on head, good large prominent luminous green eyes, well rounded when wide open but when closed showing an Asian slant, medium size, strong, muscular body, semi cobby, gently curving back, well proportioned limbs, small neat oval paws, medium tail heavier based tapering to rounded tip, single coat, medium length, glossy, fine and close lying, mid blue with silvery tipping, very good temperament and condition.
2nd Lorenzo GR CH ARCHENZO MILLY MOLLY 74et Tortie Tabby Tonkinese female born 02/04/07. Lovely balanced type and good size well mixed black/red tortie colouring with only a small amount of tabby markings noticable, gently rounded top of head, moderate wedge with good width between ears, rounded muzzle with definite whisker pinch not exaggerated, in profile has a slight nose break, good depth to firm chin, level bite, medium ears, taller than wide, pricked forward, broad based, oval tips, good set equally balanced side to top, continues line of face, large expressive, bluish green, almond shaped eyes, top slanting to nose, bottom rounded, well balanced, medium size, solid and muscular body, rising at rump, good proportion slender limbs, higher at rear, oval paws, good tapering medium length tail, medium length, close lying, fine and silky coat with that luxurious sheen, good mixed black and red tortie colour darker points merging with a little contrast into lighter well mixed brown and light red tortie body colour which also gradually lightens to under parts, tabby markings were hidden to an extent by the tortie pattern, M on forehead, cheek markings, mascara rimmed eyes, faint lines over head, some tail rings at end of tail, good temperament, clean healthy and well presented.
3rd Stark CH DUSHENKA TASHABELLA 16a Russian Blue female born 17/12/05.
A very good class with some excellent exhibits.

AV FOREIGN LIMIT KITTEN
1st Herkes ADNIOSH PURE CHAOS 76 30 Brown Spotted Bengal male born 17/07/09. Super clear Bengal Coat pattern, broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones, head small in proportion to body, gently curved forehead to bridge of large broad nose, puffed leather, straight nose profile, firm chin, level bite, broad rounded muzzle, pronounced whisker pads, muscular neck, medium ears wide at base with rounded tips, medium oval green eyes, long sleek and muscular body, high on rear legs, medium limbs, strong and muscular, large round paws, medium tail thick and even to rounded tip, medium length dense luxurious soft coat, very clear contrasting dark brown rosette spots with orange centre on warm ivory ground, good glitter, very good temperament and condition.
2nd Hobson-Kelly NOBILERO ARCHIE BUCHAILMAH Brown Tabby Sphynx male born 09/03/09. Promising well grown, nicely balanced boy with fine boning, modified wedge with rounded contours, longer than wide, rounded top with flat forehead, prominent cheek bones, distinct whisker break, prominent whisker pads, straight profile, firm chin, level bite, large ears, wide open at base tapering to rounded tips, set at angle to head, large size lemon shaped yellow eyes, slightly slanted upwards, medium hard muscular body, rounded chest, abdomen and rump, medium limbs higher at rear, oval padded paws, long toes, long slender tail, super naked body with very slight resistance chamois like down on body, tail and limbs, a superb temperament and condition.
3rd Robinson KARESAMA SILVER SEAXANAS 72 43bsq Chocolate Silver Burmilla with Burmese restriction, male born 22/02/09.

AV DEBUTANT KITTEN A
1st Giraudy GIRADELLE CHEETARO 76 30 Brown Spotted Bengal male born 03/03/09. Superb coat with lovely rosettes and very good type, broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones, head small in proportion to body, gently curved forehead to bridge of large broad nose, puffed leather, very slight concave curve to profile, firm chin, level bite, broad rounded muzzle, pronounced whisker pads, muscular neck, medium ears wide at base with rounded tips, medium oval green eyes, long sleek and muscular body, high on rear legs, medium limbs, strong and muscular, large round paws, medium tail thick and even to rounded tip, medium length dense luxurious soft coat, clear contrasting dark brown rosette spots with orange centre on warm ivory ground, good glitter, very good temperament and condition.
2nd Gawart REXTACULAR TIGER LILY 33 21 Tortie Cornish Rex female born 20/01/09. Striking jet black coat with the silver white smoke breaking throughout her coat, flat skull, medium wedge 1/3 longer than wide, good curve at brow to almost straight profile just a slight dip and bump, gently rounded muzzle, firm chin, bite level, crinkled eyebrows and whiskers, elegant neck, medium mussel shaped alert ears, set rather high, medium size, green oval eyes with good set, slanting towards ears, medium size, slender, muscular, body, long slender limbs higher at rear, dainty oval paws, good length tail, fine and tapering to pointed tip covered with waves, good short coat with soft, fine texture, very good density, rexed all over body tail and limbs, very good temperament and condition.
3rd Herkes ADNIOSH PURE CHAOS 76 30 Brown Spotted Bengal male born 17/07/09.
AV DEBUTANT KITTEN B
1st Herkes ADNIOSH HIPPY CHICK 76 30 Brown Spotted Bengal female born 17/02/09. Nice coat with lovely rosettes and very good type, nice broad medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones, head small in proportion to body, gently curved forehead to bridge of large broad nose, puffed leather, very slight concave curve to profile, firm chin, level bite, broad rounded muzzle, pronounced whisker pads, muscular neck, medium ears wide at base with rounded tips, medium oval muddy green eyes, long sleek and muscular body, high on rear legs, medium limbs, strong and muscular, large round paws, medium tail thick and even to rounded tip, medium length dense luxurious soft coat, good glitter, lots of contrasting dark brown rosette spots with orange centre on warm ivory ground, very good temperament and condition.
2nd Dew DEWBRIDGE CLEOPATRA STAR 27b Chocolate Burmese female born 20/02/09. Rounded top of head, good depth, good width, short wedge to broad blunt muzzle, rounded brow, deep nose break, firm chin, level bite, good width between medium ears, wide based, continuing line of face, medium expressive yellow eyes, set well apart, upper lid slanted, bottom lid rounded, medium muscular body, rounded chest, good limbs, medium tapering tail, rounded tip, short close lying fine silky glossy coat of good even milk chocolate colour darker Chocolate at points face, tail and even on feet, good temperament and condition.
3rd Goulter SHADYCOMBE SUZI Q 83ew Tortie Point Snowshoe female born 18/01/09.
AC CORNISH or DEVON REX, LA PERM or SPHYNX BREEDERS NEUTER
1st Arnold UK & IGR CH & GR PR PAPAVER CRESSIDA 33 31s Black Smoke and White Cornish Rex female neuter born 30/04/98, A fine example of the breed now just starting to show her age, good medium wedge1/3 longer than wide, flat skull, good curve at brow almost straight profile, gently rounded muzzle, firm chin, bite level, elegant neck, large mussel shaped alert ears, good rather high set, yellow oval eyes of medium size with good set, slanting towards ears, medium size, hard plump muscular body of good length, slender limbs higher at rear, dainty oval paws, tail fraction short, fine and tapering to pointed tip, short coat, soft and fine, thinning and lacking a little density today but showing rexing all over, excellent temperament and condition.
AC CORNISH or DEVON REX, LA PERM or SPHYNX NON BREEDERS NEUTER
1st Taylor ASWANI MIRANNA KEYS 80L 20gw Blue Cream and White Longhair La Perm female neuter born 20/08/07. Super La Perm coat and good moderate type, modified wedge with gentle rounded contours longer than wide, prominent whisker pads, good profile flat skull with convex curve to broad straight nose, gentle nose break, full rounded broad muzzle, super long curly whiskers, medium ears, good set, slightly flared and cupped, continues line of wedge, medium large expressive green eyes, almond shape slightly slanting to ear base, medium foreign body, fine boned, muscular, good long limbs, long ‘bottle brush’ tail plume, slight ruff showing this needs to mature, good curly coat loose and open with soft springy textured feel, nice blue cream and white colour, very good temperament and condition.
2nd Macdonnell CH & UK GR PR BOUNTIFUL PEEKABOO 33a36 Black Smoke Devon Rex female neuter born 07/09/99, At almost 10 years old this girl run the winner very close, nothing really in it. Flat skull, short wedge, high cheek bones, fair stop, short broad muzzle, good whisker break, fairly firm chin, level bite, very elegant neck, medium ears, low set, wide apart, wide at base with pointed tips, with slight muffs and tufts, medium oval shaped, golden eyes with Devon expression, well set, medium well fed, solid body, broad chest, slender long limbs higher at rear, oval paws, good length tail thick at base tapering to a pointed tip, soft coat, very good short length, slightly lacking some density and very good neat but thin waves all over, tummy well covered, very good temperament and in very good condition.
3rd Smith CH PHILOKALIA ALF NELSON 33a36b Chocolate Smoke male neuter born 08/11/07.

My thanks to the show managers Jackie and Elaine, the club and the hardworking show committee for inviting me to this friendly and well run show. It was a glorious warm sunny day and the show ran smoothly enough for an early Best in Show finale and managed to finish early enough for everyone to enjoy the rest of the sunny weather. I had some lovely classes to judge and am grateful to Sylvia Richardson who came specially to steward for me and I thank her very much for her careful and gentle handling of the cats and for her pleasant companionship all day.

A blue and white exotic boy who is over two years of age and who I have judged fairly recently. He is a large very well built cat with a solid heavy body that was set on strong muscular legs with large rounded paws. Body shape was cobby with a thick neck, broad chest and a well rounded rump. Great width of head with a strong skull shape that had a rounded forehead. He had well set ears of fairly small size with rounded tips that were spaced far apart. Full cheeks with a broad muzzle, a scissor bite and the chin was very deep and firm. The profile was correct with a very short nose that had a strong stop and a blue nose leather. Huge saucer shaped bold eyes had fabulous deep copper eye colour that does not come any deeper and with a wideawake expression. His coat was very thick and dense even though he had started to moult quite heavily. It felt soft to touch and was plush, of a mid blue shade and was sound throughout and was well prepared. He had a very short thick tail that was completely blue. Bicolour markings had neat edges and he was nicely marked on the head and body. There was an inverted chevron of white on the lower facial area which had lovely long white whiskers. He had an incomplete white collar around the neck and a long white patch running down the middle of his underside between his legs with a small blue patch on his tummy region. All four paws were pristine white and each one had a blue spot while his head and ears were blue and his back was covered with a fully blue covering. A real gentleman when handled and a worthy winner of the award. I understood later that he was made up to Imperial at this show. Congratulations!

A really handsome black exotic male who is not yet two years old and who has lovely type and who I feel is worthy of an imperial award but was unlucky to meet the winner on the day as he looked less mature at the present time and had not yet attained the body bulk and size of a fully fledged male but which will hopefully come with time. I loved his type which had beautiful balance to head and face. He had a broad top that was smooth and rounded with tiny well set ears with rounded edges that were placed far apart. He had stunning bold eyes that were fully round and very large with fabulous deep copper colour and lovely expression. Well developed full cheeks, a muzzle with plenty of width. The chin was strong and balanced the upper part of the face and he had a good scissor bite. Excellent profile which had a very short turned up nose with a black nose leather and full size nostrils. Body shape was cobby and balanced, of medium size and was solid and firm. He had a short thick neck, a well rounded rump and was set low on short thick set legs which had short fat paws. The coat was soft in texture, fairly dense but was lacking a little in undercoat as he was in the process of moulting and hence not fully plush at this time of year. It was, however, in good condition, very shiny and was of a sound black shade with a short very thick tail. A gentleman when handled and a cat with good show manners.

A delightful kitten who was just four months old and who has lovely type with a well grown solid body shape that was very cobby and which could not have been more persian. Well balanced head and body supported on short dumpy legs. Pleasing head type which was well rounded and smooth and had good width between the ears which were very neat and had whispy ear feathers. Round eyes of large size had acceptable blue eye colour and sweet expression. Short snub nose had a good nose break and a seal brown nose leather. He had fat chubby cheeks, a muzzle that was developing width, a strong chin and a very slightly over shot bite at present which I think in time will be perfect. The coat was lovely and long with a full frill already present. It was soft and flowing and was a beautiful creamy white shade with very slight shadiness on his flanks. The tail was short and very bushy. The points were a good seal brown colour and were well matching in all the points with the mask developing well but not yet fully covering the face. A charming kitten who handled like a dream. A real poppet and was one for smuggling into my pocket!

A lilac cream kitten who has the same birth date as the best of breed winner and is possibly a litter sister. She appeared to be a smaller kitten possibly due to the fact that she did not have the same length of coat and so appeared a little thin. She had good type with a smooth top of head that was very broad and had well set ears of small size that were edged with lilac, with long ear feathering and were a touch open at the base. She had a short nose with a good break and a lilac nose leather. Her eyes were large and bold and had blue eye colour that was better than the male kitten and with a pleasing expression. The muzzle was developing width, her cheeks were filling out and she had a firm deep chin. The bite was slightly overshot and also may be perfect later when she get her adult teeth. She had a strong firm body with short thick legs and rounded short paws. The mask was just developing and had an area of bluish grey with cream on her nose leather which was not very pale, not exactly a lilac shade which made it hard to decide whether she was a lilac cream after all. The other points were a little pale and hard to distinguish. However the paw pads and nose leather were clearly the correct shade of lilac allowing for a final decision to be made. The coat was fairly long and soft and was a pale magnolia white shade with a short fluffy tail. A very friendly baby with a sweet nature who was happy to be handled.

A four year old blue cream and white girl with lovely type and very persian features having a very cobby shape that had a broad chest, rounded rump and short thick legs. The head was very well balanced with good width and a smooth rounded forehead. Her ears were of medium to small size and had long ear feathers and were sitting a little proud at present. Huge saucer shaped eyes that were fully round, very bold and with orange eye colour that I would have liked to be deeper but I realize that she is more than four years old and the eye colour may have faded a little with age. The cheeks were fat and plump and she had a wide muzzle and a strong blue chin with a perfect bite. A short nose had a good nose break and full size nostrils with a very pink small nose leather. The face was well patched being blue and cream on the top of head and the lower face region and muzzle was white. The body was mainly white but had a cream patch over the shoulders and a large cream and blue patch on the lower back region. Her bib and underside were fully white and she had fluffy trousers and a fully coloured blue and cream tail that were very bushy. The coat was very long and full and was perfectly prepared being soft and flowing and was a credit to the owner. A placid cat that was a pleasure to handle.

A massive four year old cream and white boy that I have judged several times before and who is still in wonderful condition. I have little to add to my earlier reports as he has a huge body with strong tree trunk legs supporting his very cobby shape. He has a thick neck, broad chest and rounded rump and all well covered by a fabulous thick coat that was long and flowing with a great frill framing his face, fluffy trousers and a short and very fluffy tail. His coat was very soft in texture. Head shape was very broad, with widely spaced well feathered ears of small size. The eyes were rounded in shape and were large with a bold expression and good copper colour. A short snub nose that was broad and had a full size pink nose leather. Fat cheeks gave the face good width, the muzzle was broad and he had a strong balanced chin with a scissor bite. The face was mainly white with mid cream patches that were sound in colour just below the ears. A cream patch covered the shoulders while the main body was white apart from a large patch of cream over the lower rump region with four white feet. An impressive cat who was in excellent form and expertly presented.

A black and white male who was over four years of age and who was of a good size and weight with a compact cobby body shape. He had a broad chest and well rounded rump, with a body set low on sturdy legs. Rounded head with good width between the ears which were fairly small and well settled on the skull. Very broad short nose had a strong stop and a very black nose leather. The eyes were rounded and large and had rather pale eye colour of orange with a faith green rim in the hall lights. The muzzle had good width and he had full cheeks. Adequate firm chin with a scissor bite. The lower face had a very definite inverted chevron which was white and he was a dense sound black over the top of head and back. The coat was long and full with fluffy trousers and a short well furnished tail. The bib and underside of the body were white and he had white paws which were a little grubby on the undersides. A pleasing exhibit who could have had better show preparation.

A red and white boy who was nearing three years of age who had medium build, set on solid short legs. Body shape was cobby and firm with a rounded rump and good chest width. Well balanced head shape with good width and having neat red ears sited well apart on the skull and having white edges at the tips. Round eyes had somewhat pale eye colour which I would have liked to be deeper. Very broad short nose had a strong nose break and rather small nostrils. The face and cheeks had good width and had a white diamond shaped patch present on his forehead and a broad white muzzle and a strong red chin. The bite was slightly undershot. His coat was full and of a good length with the red areas showing a rich red shade. He had a lovely frill framing the face and had good red patches down his back, fluffy trousers with a red coloured tail which was short and very bushy. A gentle placid cat.

A three month old kitten who had pleasing birman type. He was of a good size for his age and was developing well with a firm body and medium height legs in proportion to the body size and which had short paws. Broad skull shape that was well rounded and had medium sized ears that were well placed on top. The nose had a correct slight dip in profile and was of medium length but with a slight bump at the tip and a dark seal brown nose leather. The cheeks were filling out well and he had a slightly tapering chin with a perfect level bite. Almost round shaped eyes had good blue eye colour and pleasing expression. The tail was bushy and of correct proportion to the body length and the coat was long and had a silky soft texture without a ruff at present but still to develop and was a pale beige shade and very clear. The mask was not fully covering the face yet and together with the ears were a good seal brown colour and matching but the legs and tail were a shade paler. All foot markings were pure white and he had gloves that were slightly scalloped but otherwise were well matched on the upper side of the paw. On the underside, the right hand glove had a little flick of white on the edge to one side but was attached to the main body of white. The socks were level and matching and the gauntlets were nearly matching with the right hand one very slightly longer and more tapered than the left. A well presented kitten who handled well and having a sweet temperament.

An older kitten of seven months of age who has been developing well and who has good birman type. She had a strong body shape that was firm and well muscled set on thick legs with good boning and short strong rounded paws. Good balance to head which was broad and rounded and had medium size ears that were spaced well apart. Beautiful eyes that were almost round in shape of large size with good blue eye colour that was very deep in the centre and pleasing birman expression. Medium length nose had a slight dip at the nasal bridge with a seal brown nose leather. Cheek width was very good and was still filling out and she had an excellent firm well developed chin that was slightly tapered. The mask was a mid to dark seal brown and almost covering the face but was showing slight brindling on the face below the eyes. Her coat was lovely and full, of pale beige with a silky texture, showing a ruff starting to develop and had a slight golden hue over the shoulders. The tail was also full, bushy and of medium length but showing slight brindling at the tail base and was a paler shade than the head and ear points. She had pristine white foot markings. The gloves were a touch low and slightly scalloped going up a little at the sides of the paw but otherwise were very well matched. The socks were level and symmetrical while the gauntlets were not identical having the left one a lot broader and blunt while the right hand one was narrower and tapering but both were almost the same length. Show temperament was good and she was well presented.

A pretty kitten of three months of age who was listed in my judges’ book as a lilac cream but on inspection did not have a correct colour nose leather or food pads for a lilac cream kitten all being a very bright pink and not a lilac pink shade. Also the fur markings on her face mask were clearly a rather dark shade of blue and shades of light and dark cream instead of lilac intermingled with shades of cream. She was therefore wrong coloured and not judged as her breed number specified. In my opinion she appeared to be a blue tortie point birman kitten. Birman head features were correct as she had a well rounded broad head with well set medium size ears showing intermingled blue and cream. The eyes had good blue colour and were bright and alert. She had a correct profile and well grown body for her age.

A black smoke female that was balanced in head and body with pleasing pretty persian type and who was just over a year old. She has medium build with a cobby body shape set on short thick legs with large rounded paws. Broad skull width with a rounded forehead and neat ear set, widely spaced with silver ear feathers. Broad fat muzzle with full apple cheeks, a short nose which had a good nose break and full black nose leather. She had a strong chin and a perfect level bite. Very noticeable large round eyes with good copper colour and bold expression. The coat was long and full with a lovely long silver frill and was a dense black over the head, mask, legs and body with silvery shading to the flanks and the underbelly. The undercoat was ash white extending up one third of the hair shaft. The tail was extremely short and was well feathered. Show presentation was good and she was a relaxed cat when handled.

An eleven month old lilac cream female who had good type and was a solid well built cat with strong short legs and large paws. Very broad top of head with well set ears that were small and spaced far apart. Large eyes that were fully round but had eye colour that was orange and could have been deeper. Fat cheeks and a short narrow nose that had a very strong nose break and tiny small lilac nose leather. Good width of muzzle and an extremely strong balanced chin with a scissor bite. The coat was long and full and was well intermingled with lilac and cream over the head, tail and body and she had good fluffy trousers and a short very full tail.

A one year old blue cream and white girl. Cobby body on squat legs that was firm solid and well grown. Broad head with a square face and well feathered ears that could have been neater and which were sitting a little open and proud on the head. Very large round eyes that had beautiful deep copper colour and bold expression. The nose was short and very broad with a strong nose break and a full pink nose leather. She had fat chubby cheeks and a broad muzzle that was white and a very strong blue chin. There was an inverted white ‘V’on the lower face region with a white bib and underside. The body had alternating cream and blue patches down her back and she had a full blue and cream tail that was short and in proportion. A sweet exhibit when handled and who was well presented.

A one year old red and white boy who was displaying many quality attributes and had a very solid feel to body and limbs. He was stretched out in a double pen and had a shapely cobby body set low on sturdy legs. The chest was broad and he had a massive rump with huge tufted paws. Wonderful broad top of head that was smooth and rounded with small ears fitting neatly into the skull contours. Stunning bold eyes that were of large size and rounded in shape and had super deep copper colour. Broad flat face with a short snub nose that had a full pink nose leather. He had a scissor bite and a firm muzzle. The cheeks were well filled and he had a firm chin which could have been deeper as the lower face appeared a little weak needing to balance the great width of the top of head. There were mid red patches around the base of his ears and a white stripe running over his forehead and top of head while the lower face was totally white. He had a fabulous very full, long and glamorous coat that was thick and flowing with a wonderful full frill framing his face and a superb short fully plumed red tail. The body was mainly a sparkling white with a white bib and underside. A large red patch covered the lower back and another over the shoulders. The texture was lovely being soft and full of life and superbly groomed down to the last hair. A chap with a super nature who was totally relaxed and in excellent form.

An auburn turkish van male who is not yet a year and a half but already showing signs of pleasing maturity developing. He had a well balanced head and body that were well proportioned. Head shape was a broad wedge with moderately large ears set very close and high on the head and had good ear feathers. Correct profile with a fairly long nose, fully white, with a hint of a dip at the nasal bridge and with a full pink nose leather. Oval shaped eyes which were large and very expressive had medium amber colour showing a slight greenish rim at present and with distinct pink edging. The chin was firm and he had a level bite. The head markings were auburn and were correctly placed and symmetrical. His forehead had a vertical white blaze between the eyes and running between the auburn markings on his head. He had a long strong body, well muscled with medium height legs with good boning and well rounded neat feet. The body was totally chalky white and the coat was long and soft with a silky texture. The tail was of medium length in proportion to the body length and was solid auburn with a centrally placed darker auburn line running down its length on the upper surface. Good presentation and a gentle temperament.

A fourteen month old cream birman female with very good type who had good body length with strong well muscled legs of medium height and which had short strong paws. Good head shape that was broad and rounded with well sited ears of medium size. The profile was correct having a medium length nose which had a slight dip at the nasal bridge and a full pink nose leather. Eyes had mid blue eye colour and were large, almost round in shape with pleasing alert expression. Full cheeks gave her face good width and she had a level bite and a firm balanced chin. Her mask almost covered the face fully and was a pretty shade of cream which matched the ears and other points very well with only the leg colour slightly paler in hue. The tail was bushy and of medium length being in proportion to the body length. The coat was lovely and clear, silky in texture and soft to touch with a good ruff around the neck and was a lovely off white colour over the body. The paws were pure white and she had well matching gloves that were symmetrical and level. The socks were also evenly marked and she had gauntlets that were almost level and matching. A gentle girl who has a sweet nature who was well presented.

A tortie birman girl of ten months of age who had a strong muscular body that was well grown and long with sturdy legs of medium height. She had a strong head shape with a broad rounded skull with medium size ears that were sited far apart but having short ear tufts which I would have liked to have been absent as they made her ears look taller than they were. The profile had a medium length nose with a slight dip along the length and with a slight nose bump at the tip. She had full cheeks which gave her face good width and a level bite with a firm chin that tapered slightly. Eyes were almost round in shape and had excellent deep blue eye colour with good expression. The mask on her face was showing well intermingled tortie colouring of seal brown and shades of red and were also intermingled on her ears. The tail was paler in colour but was well furnished and had some tortie colouring present but the leg markings were of paler red shades only that were hard to distinguish. The coat was long and full and was fawn over the body with a golden saddle over her shoulders and back. The foot markings were a clean white with gloves that were fairly well matched on the upper surface but the left one was reaching near the stop on the underside and it was hard to see if it extended beyond that point as the colour of the fur on the feet was so pale so she was given the benefit of doubt. The socks were a reasonable match and the gauntlets were full but not quite matching in length. A good natured girl when handled who was well prepared.

A mature red tabby birman boy just over two years old with good birman features. He was a large boy with a long body shape that was well grown with good weight and supported on strong legs of medium height with short strong paws. Head shape was broad and rounded with ears that were well spaced apart of medium size and showing clear tabby thumb prints. The profile had a medium length nose with a slight dip and showing a slight nose bump and a pink nose leather. The cheeks had good width and the chin was firm and slightly tapering. The mask covered the face well and was showing clear tabby features of rich red markings on a lighter apricot agouti ground colour. He had a clear ‘M’ on his forehead and there were paler spectacles around the almost round eyes which were of a mid blue shade. The other points were a paler in colour with barring to the limbs not clear on the legs but the tail which was of medium length and fairly bushy, did have just a hint of tabby rings along its length. The coat on the body was medium to long and was very soft and silky and was a lovely, clear pale cream shade with a golden saddle visible on his back. He had a slight ruff present and the tummy fur was slightly curly. The foot markings were clean and pure white. The gloves were level and matching having a straight line across the paw and the socks also were symmetrical and matching. The gauntlets were not of equal lengths having the left one slightly longer but both were well tapering reaching three quarters the distance to the hock. A gentleman when handled and a cat with a pleasant nature.

A lilac birman boy who was eleven months of age and who was a very solid and heavy well built male. Long body shape with strong thick legs of medium size and with strong short paws. Strong skull shape that was broad and rounded and had medium size ears with wide ear set and good placement. The nose had a slight dip at the nasal bridge and was of medium length with a full lilac nose leather. The cheeks were full and gave the face good width and he had a firm balanced chin. The eyes were of large size and not fully round with super deep blue colour. The lilac points were a pleasing shade of pinkish grey on the mask and ears and were just a little paler on legs and tail which was well furnished and of medium length and in proportion. His coat was long and full and was very soft in texture. It was a lovely pale magnolia white shade and very clear of any shadiness and was well prepared. The gloves were sparkling white but somewhat short and the right hand one had an untidy edge. The socks were almost matching and level while the gauntlets were short and only running half way towards the hock. Well mannered cat when handled.

A large class of quality cats that needed extra placings to be awarded but still leaving out some lovely exhibits.

A promising young brown classic tabby maine coon male who was only just an adult but was very stylish having total balance in head and body even allowing for the fact that he is still going to develop and grow even more. Body shape was long and rectangular with a well squared rump. He had a moderately long neck and good breadth of chest and the body was supported on strong muscular legs which had large round paws which were well tufted. Head shape was of rectangular shape of medium length and with a nose of uniform width that had a shallow curve at the nasal bridge and a brick red nose leather. The muzzle was well developed and was square and showing tabby spotting and he had high cheek bones with fairly full cheeks, a firm chin and a bite that was level. The ears were large, tall and pointed with short ear tufts and paler ear feathering and were open at the base and set high. Large eyes were full and round but with an oblique setting in the face and had orange eye colour and showing clear tabby spectacles. The tail was very long reaching easily to the shoulders and had flowing fur which tapered towards the tip and showing clear tabby rings. The coat was short on the head and neck regions but fuller over the breeches and back and the frontal ruff was starting to grow. He had excellent classic tabby markings which were a dense black on a warm copper agouti ground colour. The head had a clear ‘M’ on his forehead and good head and eye lines with pencilling on the cheeks. There was a clear butterfly on his shoulders and several necklaces and bracelets on his legs. A cat with a placid temperament and an alert bright expression.

A blue point birman male with good type and a lovely affectionate nature which quite won me over. He was eleven months old and was a good size for his age with a solid firm muscular body of correct balanced length and with sturdy medium height legs. Pleasing head shape that was rounded and broad with good ear size and placement. His nose had a slight dip to profile and was of medium length with a blue nose leather. Good width to cheeks which were full and rounded and he had a firm chin with a level bite. The eyes were not fully round and had excellent mid blue colour with a bright alert expression. The blue mask covered the face almost fully and was a sound shade of blue and matched the other points very well although the legs were a little paler. The tail was bushy and of medium length, in proportion to the body length. A soft silky coat of glacial white covered his frame and had a slight golden saddle over his shoulders. It was of a good length with a ruff starting to develop and was a little curly on the tummy. The foot markings were pure white and had gloves which were not fully matching. The right hand glove was slightly scalloped and the left one had a straight line across the paw and just reached the stop on the underside but did not seem to extend beyond it. The socks were matching and level but the gauntlets were slightly mismatched having the left one a little longer and right one was slightly shorter. A well presented cat.

A large well built cat with good Somali type and who was over five years old. Heavy body which was long and had a broad rounded rump set on strong well muscled legs. The head had a strong wedge shape with rounded contours and well set ears on top which had short ear feathers. The eyes were large, almond shaped, set slightly oblique and had greenish eye colour surrounded by clear spectacles. His nose had a slight dip in profile and with a pinkish nose leather edged with brown. The muzzle was well spotted and he had a firm chin. The coat was a rich shade of apricot brown and was glowing with colour and also with very good ticking. It felt silky to touch and was in good condition. The tail was balanced and in proportion to the body length. A very relaxed cat who was easy to handle.

A very attractive tortie tabby birman girl who was just over a year old and who had good birman type. Excellent shaped head that was rounded and broad with medium size ears, set well on the head. Correct slight dip in profile with a medium length nose that had a red and cream blaze and a pink and seal brown nose leather. Her muzzle was wide and she had full cheek width, rounded cheeks and a well developed slightly tapering chin. Beautiful eyes that were large and almost round in shape with good blue eye colour and alert expression. Well developed mask and ears showing strong tortie colours of seal brown and shades of red, well intermingled overlying a pale brown agouti ground colour. Tabby markings on the head were clearly present as she had an ‘M’ on the forehead, clear spectacles around the eyes and a well spotted muzzle. Body shape was solid and firm of a good size for a female and with well muscled legs of medium height. The tail was full and of correct length for the body and had very faint tabby rings, intermingled tortie colours were visible and with a solid seal brown tip to the tail. The coat was a good length and was a warm shade of fawn with a golden saddle over her back and was of a soft silky texture and the ruff was filling out. The limbs were showing faint tabby barring and tortie colours and she had pristine white foot markings. The gloves were set a little low and could have been longer and they were slightly mismatched having the left one just a little shorter and slightly scalloped. Her socks were level and well matched and she had nicely matching symmetrical gauntlets. A charming little poser when handled, shown with good preparation.

A very lovely tortie silver tabby and white female who was over three years of age who was well grown with good body length and balance. She was a heavy weight and had a large body size, broad chest, elegant neck with a rectangular trunk shape ending with a squared off rump supported on well muscled legs that had large well tufted paws. Head of medium length with tall, pointed ears, sitting high on the head with good ear tufts, well open with short pale ear feathers, intermingled tortie colours visible and with a forehead showing a clear tabby ‘M’. Long nose of uniform width which had a shallow curve at the nasal bridge and a pink nose leather. High cheek bones and full cheek width with a well squared muzzle that had good tabby spotting. The chin was firm, balanced and white and she had a good level bite. The eyes were large and round and had green eye colour spaced far apart, well spectacled and with a slight oblique setting in the face. Her coat was long and glossy on the body with good breeches and was showing clear colours of black markings with shades of red over a silvery agouti undercoat. She had a full ruff framing the face and shoulders and a lovely long coloured tail with flowing fur reaching well to the shoulders, tapering slightly towards the tip and showing a hint of tabby rings. Her bib and underside were pure white and she had good tabby markings on her body overlaid with bright tortie colours. All four feet were white and there was clear tabby barring on her legs. An impressive female who loved the attention from us.

A very handsome bicolour ragdoll who was one year old. A really large well built cat who had a solid heavy body weight and who was truly large and imposing as stated in the standard of points! Broad strong head shape with a flat top and good width between rounded ears which were of medium size, well furnished and a little open. Good face width with a medium length nose that had a gentle dip at the nasal bridge, slightly retrousee at the tip, with a full pink nose leather and good nasal openings. Well developed rounded cheeks with a broad muzzle, a strong firm chin and a level bite. Beautiful large eyes with deep blue colour set well apart and with a slight oblique setting in the face. He had well matching bluish grey points and an inverted white chevron on the lower face area with a full white bib and underside. Long muscular body with a short thick neck and a broad chest which was mainly a bluish white shade. Substantial legs of medium height had all four feet being white with large rounded paws. His tail was fairly long and full and tapered gently towards the tip. A real gentleman when handled and shown in good condition.

A blue cream tabby and white norwegian forest cat aged just over a year and who had good features of the breed having a triangular shaped head, slightly rounded forehead showing a distinct tabby ‘M’, an excellent straight profile with no break, a pink nose leather and a strong chin. Large ears showing blue and cream intermingled, open at the base, placed high on the head and which had good lynx like tufts. The eyes were oval in shape, large and showing pale spectacles were set slightly oblique. Tabby markings were visible in the head with white on the lower facial area. She had a strong body that had good length and was muscular with higher strong hind legs. The tail was long and bushy and she had a semi-long coat with a silvery ground colour but which felt a little harsh at this time of year as it was lacking in undercoat. There were full blue and cream patches on her flanks and she was a good natured exhibit.

A seven month old blue point kitten with good type who was developing well into a handsome chap. Shapely body with good boning and sturdy legs of medium height. The head had good width and was rounded with plenty of space between the ears which were of medium size and had a sound pale blue grey colour that matched the other points very well. The mask was starting to cover the face fully and he had lovely eye shape, being almost round, large with beautiful deep blue eye colour and lovely birman expression. The profile had a slight dip at the nasal bridge and the nose was of medium length with a blue nose leather. The cheeks were still filling out and he had a firm balanced chin and a level bite. The coat was soft and very silky in texture and was a clear glacial bluish white and covered his frame well. A ruff was starting to develop and the tail was of medium length and was well furnished. He had short strong paws with pure white foot markings. The gloves and socks were neat and matching and the gauntlets were well shaped and symmetrical. A sweet natured boy who was lovely to handle.

An eight month old tortie and white norwegian forest cat who had good type with a well grown and balanced head and body. She was a large female for her age, of a good weight with a well muscled body supported on strong legs with the hind legs set higher than the forelimbs. Triangular shaped head with large ears, open at the base and showing intermingled tortie colours of brown and shades of red which were well placed and with short ear tufts. Her profile was very good, very straight with no break showing a good tortie blaze and in line with a strong balanced chin. Oval shaped eyes had a slight oblique setting in the face with yellowish eye colour and pleasing expression. Long bushy tail that reached the shoulders, fully coloured and with a light tip to the tail. Semi-long coat which had bright tortie colours on the head, face and body and was glossy with a ruff developing and was well presented.

A tortie silver tabby and white norwegian forest cat of seven months. She had a triangular shaped head with an excellent straight profile, good ear set with feathers, oblique set eyes with yellowish eye colour. Tabby markings were very clear on head and body but tortie colours were rather dull and not bright on the body.

A nine year old cream boy who had pleasing persian type with a well grown cobby body shape set low on short thick legs. Broad head had a well rounded skull with neat ears sited far apart. Broad nose that was short and with a strong nose break and a pink nose leather. The muzzle was broad and he had full cheeks, a strong balanced chin and a scissor bite. The eyes were fully round and large with good orange eye colour that was good to see in a chap who is no longer a youngster. The coat was full and long with fluffy trousers and a short bushy tail and was a mid shade of cream which was just a little shady in places but was soft and in good condition. A very well presented fellow who is in excellent condition for his age and is a credit to his owner/breeder.

A seven year old chocolate boy with a cobby shape set low on strong thick legs. A well built chap who has a firm solid body well clothed in pleasing medium warm chocolate coat that was sound and even in colour. He has rather old fashioned type with a broad head and medium size ears that were well sited on the skull. The eyes were large and round with chocolate eye rims but had pale yellow eye colour which has sadly faded with the years as I have seen them before when they had better colour. The nose was of medium length and was broad and had a shallow nose break with a chocolate nose leather. His cheeks were needing more fullness and the muzzle more width. He had a scissor bite with some incisors missing and he had a firm chin. The tail was short and in proportion to the body length. A good natured cat who was in general good condition allowing for his age and who was well presented but would not merit a high award in an open class on account of his pale eye colour.

Many thanks to Elaine and Jackie for the invitation to judge again at this enjoyable show at the Oasis Leisure Centre. To my steward Val Prestidge, as always such good company and reliable, many thanks for looking after me.
AC NON-SELF PERSIAN CHAMPION ADULT MALE
GRCC WALL GR CH SHEERBLISS ENRICO (70 31a) M 14.04.07 Superb big blue & white gentleman with big broad head, very broad top and well placed ears. He has big round widely spaced eyes with the deepest glowing copper eye colour. The nose is short and broad with deep break. The muzzle is broad with strong chin including a good bite. His strong muscular body is standing on short thick legs with big round paws. The tail is short and thick. The dense plush sound mid blue coat covers upper part of his head and back including his tail just starting to moult. His muzzle, bib, legs and tummy are sparkling white. Very well shown and so relaxed and friendly. I love this cat.
RGRCC PLATEK CH KHANATE ACHILLES (70 12a1t) M 01.06.08 A very impressive well grown brown tabby & white boy with big broad head, small well placed ears and broad top, strong facial type and slightly undershot bite. The orange eyes are large and bold. The neck is short and thick with deep chest and weighty body supported by short thick legs on big round paws. The tail is short and thick. The soft dense coat is mainly white with brown tabby markings on upper part of head and on back and tail. He is in lovely condition but did not like to be handled.
AC NON-SELF PERSIAN CHAMPION ADULT FEMALE
GRCC ANGUS CH PALCHINNO SEANYMPTH (12 2) F Well grown blue tortie & white girl with big round head and showing well placed large ears and frill coming in nicely. The large round eyes are of a deep orange colour. The nose is short with break, full cheeks and chin. The body is compact on sturdy legs. The full tail shows blue and cream patching. Could not inspect her mouth properly due to her unwillingness to let me see but she was not nasty. Pretty girl shown in excellent condition.
AC EXOTIC SH SELF ADULT MALE
CC BOB PHILLIPS CH SYBARIT KNOCKOUT (IMP) (70 3) M 08.05.06 Handsome blue exotic chap with big round head with well placed ears and good top. Large deep orange eyes. Short broad nose with deep break. Big fat cheeks with strong chin and good bite. Strong body on short sturdy legs. Short thick tail. The dense soft coat is of a sound mid blue colour and very well presented.
Other entry for BOB only.
AC EXOTIC SH SELF ADULT FEMALE
CC BASEY-FISHER BIBOUKATZ OLYMPIC DREAM (70 3) F 12.08.08 Small young blue girl with pleasing type, deep orange eyes, good bite and a plush mid blue coat in nice show condition.
2 HANNINGTON & HARDIE NABOO TRES CHIC (70 1) F 17.06.08 Lovely type small black girl with small well placed ears. Large round orange eyes short nose with deep break round muzzle and chin. Jet black soft coat. Due to her behaving very badly we could not examine her properly.
BLUE KITTEN
BOB LOVESEY LAZANE BILLET-DOUX (3) M 05.03.09 Super type little blue lad with round head. The ears are small and well placed. The round eyes .are of a good orange colour. The very short nose with deep break with tiny nose leather and nostrils. Round muzzle and chin including good bite. The cobby body on short legs in full pale fluffy coat and short tail.
TORTIE OR CHOCOLATE TORTIE & WHITE NEUTER
BOB PC POUNDS SHERRIAMOR NYTRAINTGEORGIA (12 1) FN 17.03.08 well grown tortie & white girl with bright red and jet black patches over upper part of her round head, back and tail. The ears are well placed with rounded skull. The round eyes in deep orange. The short white nose with good break. The round white muzzle and chin with good bite. The cobby body on short thick legs. Short full tortie tail. Shown in excellent condition.
PEWTER/BLUE PEWTER NEUTER
BOB BAYLISS GR PR TAMOSAH FADE TOGREY (53a) 06.06.07 Handsome well grown blue pewter chap with big round silver white head with slight blue tipping. Small well placed ears and a rounded skull and medium length silvery white frill. His eyes are round and of a deep copper colour. The broad nose is short with deep break and dusty pink nose leather but could not see the blue outline. The cheeks are broad with balanced silvery white chin. The compact body on short sturdy slightly tipped legs. The tail is short and full with slight blue tipping. The silvery white body coat is shaded with blue mainly over his back. This is a handsome exhibit.
AC PERSIAN SELF BREEDERS ADULT
Disappointing class. 5 entered 1 absent.
1stWH/ 2 HANNINGTON & HARDIE NABOO TRES CHIC (70 1) F 17.06.08
3 HOWES HONEYMIST CREAM TOPSTAR (5) M 12.07.08
AC PERSIAN SELF NON-BREEDERS ADULT
1 PHILLIPS CH SYBARIT KNOCKOUT (IMP) (70 3) M 08.05.06
2 WILSON FIRANTY ELECTRA (1) F 12.06.08 Very nice type black girl in full sound coat with stand up frill. The head is broad with small well placed ears. The skull is smooth. The eyes are round and of a deep orange colour. The nose is short with deep break. The muzzle is full with round chin and good bite. The plump body on short thick legs with round tufted paws. A short full brush completes the picture.
3 ANGUS ANSTEYN REDHOT CHILLYPEPPER (4) M 14.06.08
AC PERSIAN LIMIT KITTEN
1 HANNINGTON & HARDIE NABOO DISCO INFERNO (70 9) F 17.02.09 This is a little star in the making. Most gorgeous red tabby girl with beautiful type, markings and fantastic bold deep orange eyes. Nice compact body shape with soft coat and clearly defined classic markings. A bit of a spitfire but did calm down.
2 LOVESEY LAZANE BILLET-DOUX (3) M 05.03.09
3 EDIKER LAZANE CLASSIQUE (2a) M 08.11.08
AV DEBUTANTE KITTEN
1 FISHER SHEERBLISS CELTIC TIGER (70 7d) M 21.02.09 Lovely red silver tabby lad with excellent type, lovely deep copper eyes, plush silvery white coat with red classic markings. Well grown and in lovely condition.
2 TARR TARKUSHA TALLULAH (13c10) F 17.03.09 Cute little minx of a lilac tortie point with lovely blue eyes, nice rounded skull, medium size ears well placed. The cream nose of medium length. Points colour is developing. Gloves are well marked but could not determine where her gauntlets ended. Nice friendly kitten.
3 GILLMAN MABALAKAT ROTHKO (64 41w) M 23.02.09
AC PERSIAN SELF NEUTER
1 HOWES GR CH & GR PR HONEYMIST CREAM DESERTSTAR (5) MN 11.03.00 Big cream lad with broad head, nice orange eyes good bite and pleasing type. The well nourished body on short sturdy legs with short tail is covered by medium length expertly prepared unsound coat rather hot cream over back.
2 STANBRIDGE GR PR LEEROMAX JAYCEE (50b) MN 12.02.02 Big chocolate lad with very good bone but sadly his eye colour, now chartreuse, lets him down.
AC PERSIAN NON-SELF NON-BREEDERS NEUTER
11 entered 2 absent with some superb cats
1 WHITE IGR CH & IGRPR MARDIGRAS THECANDY MANCAN (12a7) MN 07.03.05 A most fabulous cream & white boy with superb type. Huge orange eyes. Fullest white frill. Big compact body on short fat legs and full plume of a tail. As always groomed to the last hair and completely relaxed.
2 BURNETT IGR CH & GR PR LOMORAS RUBY TUESDAY (12 2) FN 14.06.05 Superb blue tortie & white girl in fullest coat with beautiful large orange eyes and as always in wonderful show condition.
3 RIDDET SHAKIRAH GOLD DUST (9) MN 28.05.07

Thank-you for the invitation, I had a lovely full and busy day spent with excellent cats and with good company from my steward Richard (Lord).
Open Classes

Asian Smoke/Burmilla Kitten Male 1 & BOB ROBINSON'S KARESEMA SILVER SEAXANAS (72 43bsq) 4 months 1 week Young person of very nice type completely unfazed by his surroundings, beautifully relaxed and enjoying all the attention. Head shows a short wide wedge with good width at the cheeks tapering to a good blunt finish at the muzzle. Top is gently rounded between shapely ears of medium large size set well apart - although he does at times have an inclination to hold them a touch high. Broad based with rounded tips and typical forward tilt. In profile the head has good depth with a slight curve to the brow leading to a defined break. Nose is short near straight just rolls off marginally at the tip. Bite is level, chin could be stronger with a little more depth. Eyes of pale yellow chartreuse are large, correct in shape and set well apart although for preference I would that they were just a little bigger. They possess the desired slant towards the nose with the fuller lower lid giving him a very good Burmese expression. Body is firm and weighty of good development with proportionate shapely limbs, neat oval paws and tapered tail to balance. Chest is gently rounded and back is straight. Shiny coat of fine texture is short and lies closely to the body. Light mantle of warm milky chocolate shading to lighter colour down the sides over a pristine silver undercoat. This extends approximately half way up the hair shaft. Slight intensity of colour down the spine to a matching colour on the rounded tip of the tail. Some faint patterning to the extremities also in matching chocolate. Promising little person well presented in excellent condition. 2 ERGIS' SUMERJIZ ISAAC (72 42q) 8 months 6 days Active and alert youngster somewhat grumbly but it was all just noise! Overall of good type with the head showing a moderately short wide wedge. Good width at the cheeks tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. Gentle rounding to a wide top between large well set and shaped ears with neat rounded tips, showing slight forward tilt and broad at their base. In profile the head has good depth with rounded brow leading to a defined break, nose straight just a fraction long. Good bite with a level firm chin. Large lustrous yellow eyes correct in set and shape with slant towards the nose complimented by a fuller lower lid, his mood enhancing the Burmese expression. Firm hard weighty and muscular body just what I would expect of a young male approaching adulthood. Rounded chest, straight back with muscular limbs ending in neat oval paws and tapered tail with rounded tip to balance. Coat is short of good fine texture and fitting tightly to the body. Smoke in even BCR brown over a pale near white undercoat extending approximately one third up the hair shaft. Light "clown markings" to the face. Well presented in good condition.

Asian Smoke/Burmilla Kitten Female 2 (1st N/A) KENNY'S ARABOTH SAPPHIRE (72 43s) 7 months 2 weeks Very pretty little girl, alert and happy. Head shows a short wide wedge with width at cheeks tapering to a fairly blunt finish at the muzzle. Gentle rounding to top between well set and shaped ears of moderate size, broad at base with rounded tips and slight forward tilt. In profile the head has good depth with a slight curve to the brow leading to a fairly well defined break. Nose is short and straight, bite level, chin could be stronger and is marginally set back. Moderately large chartreuse green eyes are correct in shape with slight slant towards the nose and a fuller lower lid leading to a nice expression. Firm weighty body, rounded chest a little more generous in breadth than perhaps desired and back straight. Strong but shapely limbs ending in oval paws. Tail rather thick along its length with minimal taper and the end more blunt than rounded. Her major problem, and the reason for withholding the first place, is the coat. This is long, very full, soft and thick in texture and standing away from the body and is incorrect. Lovely silver undercoat with a light mantle of black giving an overall sparkling appearance rather reminiscent of an old fashioned chinchilla. Touch of tarnishing across the chest and paws. Delightful temperament and well presented in excellent condition.

AOC Tortie Burmese Kitten 1 & BOB BATCHELDER'S KYMIAN BLUEBELL (27g) Blue Tortie female 6 months 5 days Gorgeous young lady with perfect manners and of very good type and one of the highlights of my day. Head forms a short balanced wedge with very good width at the cheeks tapering to a good blunt finish at the muzzle. Gentle rounding to the top with good width between wide set ears. These are of medium size, well shaped and broad based with neat rounded tips and slight forward tilt. In profile the head has good depth with gentle curve to the brow leading to a good break. Short nose is near straight just marred by a very slight bump to the surface. Bite level and chin firm in line with the tip of the nose. Chartreuse yellow eyes are set well apart and quite large in size, I would prefer them a touch bigger but their shape is very good with the desired slant to the upper lid complimented by the lower fuller lid giving her an excellent Burmese expression. Firm weighty body of good proportions with a gently rounded chest and straight back. Limbs slender ending in dainty oval paws, tail shapely with rounded tip just to the shoulder. Coat marginally long but hugging close to the body of excellent texture with a shiny satin like surface. Soft blue mingled with creams - a delightful person and a worthy BIS winner.

Havana Adult 1CC & BOB WILLS' CH KASSALIC FORBIDDEN SECRET female 1 year 1 week Dainty person of overall good type very alert and somewhat wriggly so she was given plenty of time to relax. Medium long even wedge head with well set beautiful large flyaway ears. Profile near straight with level bite chin slopes away and needs more strength. Well set and shaped eyes of clear green. Long firm elegant svelte body, she is still making the transition from late adolescence to adult hood. Slender limbs and balancing length of tapering tail. Short sleek glossy sound coat of dark but warm chocolate. I did debate on awarding the CC but decided that overall she had sufficient plus points. Excellent presentation.

Foreign White Adult 1 CC & BOB MAULE'S CH TEMPANO ROSA DELAPINO female 2 years 2 months A most presentable and attractive lady of pleasing type and lovely maturity. Shorter balanced near even wedge head with a good top between large open ears set well. Good profile line, bite untidy but level and chin quite firm a little more strength would be nice. Well shaped eyes of a good dark blue, fractionally deep set and for personal taste I would have liked them a tad larger in size but they are beautifully expressive. A substantial but elegant body proportionate limbs and neat paws with tapering tail to balance. Very good short close coat of good texture. Pristine white except for some faint yellowing to the tail - sun bathing? Excellent manners.

Oriental Bicolour Adult Intermediate I was sorry to be obliged to wrong colour my first exhibit - but he was clearly without doubt a Black & White Bicolour and not a Seal Pointed Bicolour.
1 IC & BOB WILLIS' LEBRETON FINLAY Chocolate Pointed Bicolour male 1 year 4 months What a gorgeous fellow such lovely type and a super strong masculine head I fell for him hook line and sinker! Inscrutable expression to well set and shaped eyes of vivid blue. Very good top between large open ears set well apart. Bite level and firm chin. Long elegant body with excellent hard manly muscle. Proportionate limbs and tapering tail. Very short tight fitting coat with shiny surface. Plenty of white to contrast to warm chocolate points and lightly shaded ivory body. A frisky young male excellently prepared and presented. 2 CHIVERS' DANDY DES PETITES BAVARDES Seal Pointed Bicolour male 1 year 3 months Somewhat adolescent fellow who although doesn't look "girlie" does need time to mature. Medium long near even wedge head slightly fine at the muzzle. Bite level but chin lacks strength and detracts from an otherwise pleasing profile line. Well set and shaped eyes of mid bright blue. Body quite firm of good length with proportionate limbs, neat paws and tail to balance. Coat fractionally long, very soft and a touch "fluffy" as opposed to being sleek and shiny- has he been bathed? Just sufficient white and delineation is generally good and clear. Seal points are warm toned as is the shading to the cream body colour. A little shy, beautifully presented, needs time.

Imperial Class AC Grand Premier Oriental Neuter Imperial Grand PC to HOLDER'S GR PR MYLYNN MAGICNOIR (62 36) male neuter 2 years 6 months A most attractive man of gorgeous type and style - he has real "wow" factor! Strong head with a lovely gentle but masculine expression. Excellent top line between large open ears decorated with fine streamers. Profile very slightly uneven, bite level and chin firm. Well set and shaped eyes of a good clear green. Substantial body he's quite an armful but he is long and elegant. Strong proportionate limbs, paws neat displaying typical tufts between the toes. Tapering tail could be a touch longer but has a good full plume. Texture and quality of coat is quite superb although I would that it were a little longer. Smoke correct with a clear even silver undercoat - loved the "clown" markings to the face. I was delighted to find out later that this certificate made him up with the icing on the cake of becoming BIS Oriental. Many - well deserved - congratulations. Reserve Imperial Grand PC to BAXTER'S GR PR SOLARUS CATHY'S CLOWN (37r) male neuter 3 years 11 months A further super cat who was unfortunate to meet the class winner. Handsome lad of pleasing type and maturity. Even wedge head of medium length with a good top between large open ears set well. Profile near straight with a very good level bite, chin could have a touch more strength. Beautifully expressive eyes of lovely set and shape with a good bright green colour. Well covered body firmly muscled and elegant. Shapely slender limbs and neat paws with tapering tail almost to balance. Short sleek sound coat of very good texture. Medium fawn clear and even with a nice pinky tone. Excellent presentation and a real gent to judge.

Oriental Bicolour Neuter Intermediate 1 IC & BOB TAYLOR'S JADEVYN BRYCHAN TROEDMAWR (48 40bt) male neuter 1 year 1 month Young man not a flashy cat but of overall good, nicely balanced type just needing to mature but worthy of a certificate. Medium long even wedge head with a good top between large open ears set well. Good profile, untidy mouth but bite basically level and chin firm. Well set and shaped eyes of medium bright blue. Body elegant and well covered, of medium length with proportionate limbs, neat paws and tapering tail to balance. Plenty of white correctly distributed with chocolate tabby points warm in tone with lightly shaded ivory body colour. Well presented, he is one of those cats whose looks improve as he relaxes.

Siamese Blue Point Male 1 (BOB N/A) FAIRCLOUGH'S BRYTHAIS HARITH (24a) 8 months 1 week Well developed male nearing adulthood. Strong head with a longish even wedge. Good width to the top between large open ears set well apart. Good straight profile, level bite and firm deep chin. Well set and shaped eyes of bright mid blue. Long elegant body, muscular and masculine with proportionate limbs, oval paws and balancing length of tapering tail. Coat short and of fine close texture. Points of a very dark slate blue and the body quite heavily shaded in similar tones. Overall a cat of very pleasing type but of questionable colour which on balance I would describe as a very poor blue. Excellent temperament. 2 BARRINGER-CAPP'S ELEKTRA HORATIO (24a) 4 months 1 week Kitten of rather average type with a medium long wedge tapering to a slightly narrow muzzle. Top fair between large open ears set quite well and held rather high. Profile straight, bite level evidently teething and chin could be a little stronger. Eyes of bright mid blue are of good shape and set well. Firm elegant body, slim limbs with oval paws and balancing length of tapering tail. Coat quite short close texture and unshaded glacial white body. Although points match they are a dark blue. Gentle and well presented.

Siamese Blue Point Female 1 (BOB N/A) BURROWS' KAYPEZ DREAMCOME BLUE (24a) 6 months 4 weeks Pretty female distinctly feminine in appearance and of overall good type. Medium long even wedge head with a good top between large open ears set well. Near straight profile, level bite and a firm chin. Well set and shaped eyes of brilliant blue. Long elegant body with slender limbs and dainty oval paws and a fine tapering tail to balance. Fine sleek close coat of good texture. Slightly shaded body with dark blue points - they were however the better colour of the three kittens. Well presented in lovely condition.

Siamese Chocolate Point Male 1& BOB MEEK'S JOMESE JUSTLOOK ATME (24b) 7 months 4 weeks Relaxed youngster of very good type with stylish head. Longish near even wedge with a lovely wide top between large beautifully flared ears set well. Very slight dip to profile with good firm chin and a level bite. Well set and shaped eyes of deep blue - he has that inscrutable Siamese expression. Beautifully long elegant muscular body, proportionate slender limbs with oval paws and tapering tail just to balance. Short sleek fine textured coat of virtually clear ivory with points of dark but warm chocolate, mask not quite complete. A really promising fellow.

Siamese Chocolate Point Female 1 MARTIN'S PLEZETOBE MISS ABICASA (24b) 6 months 4 weeks Stylish female of good type. Slightly pinched medium long wedge with good top between large open ears set well apart. Level bite, firm chin with a near straight profile. Well set and shaped eyes of lovely vivid blue - she tends to hold them a touch wide. Long elegant well covered firm body with slender limbs, neat oval paws and fine tapering tail to balance. Fine sleek close coat of unshaded ivory. Points of dark but warm chocolate. Mask to complete and colour to develop to legs. Another promising kitten comfortably presented in a nest of blankets.

AC Balinese Kitten 1 & BOB BERRY'S CHANTEUR MOONRAKER (61n) Caramel Point male 5 months 1 week Handsome fellow of very good type. Balanced even wedge of slightly shorter length with very good top between beautifully set flared ears of good large size lightly furnished with streamers. Level bite, firm chin and good profile line. Well set and shaped eyes of brilliant blue held a touch wide which was not so evident as he relaxed. Firm elegant well covered body, proportionate slightly strong limbs and neat oval tufted paws. Tapered tail just to balance displaying a well developed plume. Overall very good coat qualities in one as yet young, fine soft and flowing beautifully along the body, unshaded off white with good lilac based caramel points. A promising fellow with perfect manners and excellently prepared and presented.

AC Burmese Senior Neuter What a super class of quality, I was really spoilt for choice and a headache to place! 1 RIDDLE'S CH & GR PR PEGAVI SERAFENA (27e) female neuter 8 years 2 months A beautiful eight year old lady of lovely maturity and type. Head shows a short wedge with good width at cheeks tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. Wide top is gently rounded between medium well shaped broad based ears with neat rounded tips and slight forward tilt. In profile there is good depth to the head with a gentle curve to the brow leading to a distinct break. Very Slightly long nose is straight with a firm level chin of good depth and good bite. Pale chartreuse green eyes could be a wee bit larger but are of very good shape with an upper slant towards the nose and the fuller lower lid giving her a very good expression. Medium sized strong and weighty body a touch plump but firm, back straight and chest rounded. Shapely limbs and neat oval paws with a well shaped tail just short to shoulder has a lovely paintbrush tip. Attractive coat of seal brown and pale reds is of a medium short length. It has a soft fine close texture with a lovely shiny surface. Excellent condition and well mannered. 2 TEGG'S GR CH & GR PR MINOTOSA PANDORA (27e) female neuter 5 years 11 months A very attractive mature lady with a lovely stylish head. Short wide wedge with very good width at cheeks tapering to a blunt finish at muzzle. Gentle rounding to top between moderately large beautifully shaped broad based ears set well apart with rounded tips and typical slight forward tilt. In profile there is good depth to the head with a slight curve to the brow leading a distinct break. Nose is short and straight with a level bite although she is missing a number of teeth. Chin could be a touch stronger and is marginally stepped back. Large lustrous eyes of clear Chartreuse green are set well apart have a good upper slant towards the nose and a fuller more rounded lower line giving her a lovely Burmese expression. Well muscled firm and weighty medium sized body with a straight back and gently rounded chest. Proportionate elegant limbs, neat oval paws and shapely tail with rounded tip a touch short of the shoulder. Short sleek rich seal coat mingled throughout with varying bright reds. Calm and composed in lovely condition, ran the class winner close just a whisker between them. Extra 2 WILLIAMS' PR ADMONBU SILVER SPIRIT (27g) female neuter 7 years 11 months 3 WILLIAMS' IMP GR PR ZAMPETTO LIMITED EDITION (27) female neuter 6 years 3 months

AC Oriental Breeders Kitten 1 DAWE'S BARBECCO AMIDALA (37h) female 4 months 1 week Beautiful stylish lass. Longish even wedge head good top between large flared ears set well apart. Good profile bite level. Expressive eyes set well and bright green. Long elegant fine body and limbs tapering tail to balance. Short sleek coat of warm chocolate broken and mingled correctly with lots of bright reds. Promising 2 SAXON'S TORREYLAINE COSMICCREEPERS (37) female 7 months 3 weeks Nice person unfortunately put into the shadow by the classy winner. In her own way she has everything there correct, in proportion and balanced - she just needs that extra "black" razzmatazz.

Great teamwork as usual, congratulations to everyone. My grateful thanks to Stephen Bunce for coming to steward for me. I was honoured to judge Overall Best in Show with such a quality line-up. After much deliberation, my final choice went to Tytherton Ralph Lauren, a very handsome Persian Bi-coloured boy.

GR CH PERCIVAL GR CH BLEUGEMS TEDDIE-BEAR 66 31
Well balanced young boy of very good type and structure, well boned limbs, long bushy tail. Silky coat with ruff, very well presented, very good overall colour, balanced pure white blaze. Well shaped head, good width between medium ears, rounded muzzle, very nice line in profile. Deep blue eyes well set. Stylish exhibit.

RES HAMILTON CH LADYDOLL STUDMUFFIN 66 31a
Well grown for age, firm and muscular, well boned limbs, long bushy tail. Very good coat length and texture, white even blaze on face. His head has good width between medium ears, muzzle has good shape, well defined profile line. Eye shape is good, colour light blue. Another very nice exhibit.

The other young boy in this class had a super head and stunning eye colour but he is going through the gangly adolescent stage at present and also he is out of coat. I would like to meet him when he has fully developed.

GR CH GILLMAN GR CH NORACOON VALATIE 64 31ets
Well structured rectangular girl, feeling strong and muscular, substantial limbs with huge paws. Very good coat and ruff, super long furry tail. Medium head has square muzzle, strong chin and very good line in profile, large well furnished tall ears are set high, full round expressive eyes. A gentle girl - congratulations on becoming Best Semi LH adult.

RES BURNS CH SUPATOFT SUPER NOODLE 63
Well balanced and elegant girl, well muscled, long legs with tufted paws, long well furnished tail. Very good coat texture, nice ruff and breeches, very good ticking, dark heels to hock, nice head and facial markings. Unfortunately the hall lighting tended to drain the richness from her colour. Very nice moderate head, ears are well furnished, slight profile break, good chin. Lovely eyes and expression.

1 TAYLOR CH ANSTEYN DRAKONOIR
Cobby boy well muscled, strong legs, large round tufted paws. Let down by his coat which is seasonal and still changing, the colour looked very patchy and I have seen him looking so much better. Round head has neat well fitting ears, short nose, full muzzle, bite fractionally under. Large round deep orange eyes.

2 HOWES HONEYMIST BLACK MAXIMUS
Good muscle and weight for size, sturdy legs, large well tufted paws. His coat is also rather sparse and changing, also he needed more show preparation. Round head, short nose has well formed leather and well opened nostrils, good muzzle, bite fractionally under. Large bold eyes are deep orange, he has such a sweet face and expression but so very timid.

1 CC BOB BANGS LAFREBELLA JAMILIAH
Young girl well proportioned, cobby body on sturdy legs, large well tufted paws, lovely bushy tail. Her jet black coat has soft fine texture, length still coming through, frill developing, overall very well groomed. Round head, neat ears set wide and low, nose leather well formed, good muzzle, tidy bite. Large round deep orange eyes show lovely expression.

2 HOLDEN-RITCHIE SHOU TARBABY
Cobby and well muscled, sturdy legs, large well tufted paws. Her coat has seasonal length but is well groomed, colour dense black. Round head, ears are set a little close and need to drop. Short nose with stop, tidy bite, deep orange eyes of good shape are well set, bold expression.

1 CC BOB BANGS LAFREBELLA JOY
Well grown young lady of ten months, cobby and muscular and well proportioned. Lovely coat is beautifully prepared, sparkling white and the texture is soft and fine, showing lovely frill over shoulders and well furnished tail. Round head, ears set low and well apart, nose has well formed leather, tidy bite, large bold round eyes, colour not fully developed but looks promising.

1 CC BOB SMITH SOUTHKITTY BLUE MINX
Cobby and muscular, well proportioned tail and limbs. Her coat is soft and fine and she is well groomed, seasonal length but colour is good and generally quite sound except for fawnish tinge on her back (perhaps she sits in the sun?). Neat round head, ears set wide but need to drop. Muzzle still developing, acceptable bite, short nose has well formed leather. Large round deep orange eyes.

1 CC BOB ANGUS ANSTEYN REDHOTCHILIPEPPER
Lovely well grown boy who feels solid and muscular. Strong thick legs with large paws well tufted. Bushy tail in proportion. His long rich red coat is just slightly lighter on his sides, very nice frill frames his face and overall he is very well groomed. Broad round head, ears set wide, short broad even nose, leather well formed. Large bold deep orange eyes. A handsome fellow.

1 CC BOB HOWES HONEYMIST CREAM TOPSTAR
Youngster not yet a year old. Well structured, cobby and muscular, sturdy legs, large tufted feet, short bushy tail. Very good coat is well prepared, soft fine texture has nice cream colouring. Round head, still growing into his ears, short nose has well formed leather, strong chin, tidy bite. Large round deep orange eyes. He has a lovely expression.

1 PR BOB HOWES GR CH & GR PR HONEYMIST CREAM DESERTSTAR
Solid muscular cobby boy looking great for his nine plus years, strong legs, large tufty paws, short bushy tail. His coat is quite full with a lovely frill over the shoulders, colour clear medium cream and overall he is very well presented. Broad round head, small neat ears fit well and are well furnished. Well formed nose leather, full cheeks, full muzzle, strong chin. Large bold orange eyes, lovely expression.

1 PR BAKER ADVILO SAMSON SEPI
Well structured boy, muscular body, thick-set legs, strong well shaped paws, bushy tail is in proportion. Very nice coat colour and texture, front gloves flick up the sides, rear both taper up back of leg. Well shaped rounded head, medium ears well spaced, medium nose has slightest dip in profile, tapering chin. Expressive clear blue eyes.

1 PR BOB SEMOS UK GR CH & PR PRIDNJOY ARABESQUE
Mature girl of very good type, well muscled, very good tail and limbs are all in proportion. Lovely coat is still pale, dense seal points, gloves low across paws but level, rear gauntlets match well. Broad rounded head, medium ears are well set, very good line in profile, well developed muzzle, deep blue eyes show lovely expression.

1 PR BUSH KUTAZA KITO
Solid boy of very good type, strong legs, well shaped paws. Lovely pale coat showing good colour on points, nice bushy tail in proportion. Front gloves are tidy, gauntlets not quite level. Broad rounded head, medium ears are well placed, slight profile dip, medium nose has slight convex outline, good muzzle. Clear blue eyes show very nice expression.

2 IZZARD DUBROVA SUMATRA
This lad is only ten months old and still at the adolescent stage although developing well. Good muscle to body, thick-set legs, short paws, bushy tail in proportion. Lovely coat texture and colour, nice blue points, well matched gloves, gauntlets almost level. Rounded head, ears are spaced well, nose has slight convex outline, slight profile dip, muzzle shaping up. Nice eyes of very good colour.

1 PR BOB HAWES IGRCH & PR GLENPETER CONCERTO
Excellent type and very well balanced. Lovely coat and ruff, colour still pale, clearly marked points, good markings to all feet, nice bushy tail. Broad rounded head, medium ears spaced well apart, very good profile line, well developed chin. Deep blue eyes of very good shape, she has such a lovely face and expression.

2 MADDEN GR CH FELONIE WILD ORCHID
Well proportioned lass of very good type, well muscled, strong limbs, nice bushy tail. Lovely coat is pale with well defined colour on points, good markings to all feet. Rounded head, ears spaced well apart, very good line in profile, well developed muzzle, almost round eyes are deep blue. She has a lovely face and expression.

1 BOB CASE STARRSAILOR MAUVELOUSMISTY 78 30s
Well grown kitten who is muscular and very well proportioned. Close lying coat, lustrous sheen, distinct random spotting on pure silver ground, lovely face and head markings, silvery white underparts. Well shaped head gently contoured, nose of uniform width, moderately large alert ears, lustrous gooseberry green eyes set straight. She is such an attractive young lady.

I always enjoy judging at the Wiltshire; the atmosphere is friendly, the hospitality warm and the cats of high quality. Thank you Jackie and Elaine for the kind invitation and for looking after us so well! I was also very grateful to Kathryn Robson for stepping in to steward at the last moment, making my day so much easier.
AC BURMESE PREMIER, MALE
1 GPR SAUNDERS' PR FOOTMAN MORSE, 27B, MN, 30.3.2002
A handsome cat who was really friendly and affectionate; he was thoroughly enjoying his day at the show and was a pleasure to judge. Very good type and balance overall. The head was well proportioned and formed a short wedge with width at the cheeks and a blunt finish to the muzzle. He had medium sized ears which were set well apart, continuing the lines of the upper part of the face. The top of the head was slightly rounded as was the brow when viewed in profile. There was a distinct nose break and the chin was firm. He had large eyes that were set well apart. The top line slanted towards the nose and the lower line was well rounded. The eyes were expressive and the colour a definite pale yellow. Medium length to the body, it was firm and muscular with a straight back and rounded chest. Good legs and tail. The coat was of medium length; it was fine in texture with a healthy gloss and close lying; warm milk chocolate tone that was relatively even. Excellent condition and temperament.
RES: RIDDLE'S PR OAKFORD HARVEY WALLBANGER, 27, MN, 3.7.2002
Another handsome Burmese with good type and balance overall; I liked his head which formed a reasonably short wedge with width at the cheeks and a blunt finish to the muzzle. The ears were medium in size, broad at the base and rounded at the tips. They were set well apart with a slight forward tilt. The eyes were of good shape, large and expressive. Chartreux in colour. In profile, the brow was slightly rounded and there was a distinct nose break with a straight nose and good depth to the chin. Solid and muscular, but still he had elegance with slender legs and a good tail to balance. The coat was of medium length but he was moulting heavily. Warm seal brown colour and it had a satiny gloss. Excellent condition and temperament.
AC BURMESE PREMIER, FEMALE - A challenging class with six females present and of a standard where all were worthy of the Grand; I really had to split hairs and felt sorry for those cats that were cardless.
1 GPR TEGG'S GR CH & GR PR MINOTOSA PANDORA, 27E, FN, 17.7.2003
A stunning brown tortie of excellent type and quality, I had to give this female the grand as she also had the "presence" that made her stand out. Excellent head type, expression and carriage; she had a short wedge with the required width at the cheeks and blunt finish to the muzzle. The top of the head was gently rounded with medium, broad based ears set well apart. The latter were rounded at the tips and the outer line continued the shape of the upper part of the face. In profile, the brow was slightly rounded; there was a distinct nose break and excellent depth to the skull. She had an excellent firm chin. Her eyes were large and really lustrous. The top line slanted towards the nose and the lower line was well rounded. She had a wicked expression in those yellow eyes! Excellent body that was elegant but also solid and muscular with slender legs and neat oval paws. The tail was of balanced length; moderately thick at the base and it tapered to a rounded tip. Outstanding coat quality to her rich tortie coat, it was short, fine, glossy and close-lying. She was a joy to handle and has such a confident personality - I found her irresistible!
RES: TRUSCOTT'S IMP GR CH & PR JANAGAR MISS SAPPHIRE, 27A, FN, 5.3.2002
Another beauty of excellent type and expression; she ran the winner very close indeed with her balanced, short, blunt wedge and large, very expressive chartreux eyes. She felt solid and muscular but was also elegant and feminine with slender legs and dainty oval paws. Her tapering tail was in proportion and she had a superb coat that was short, fine and really glossy. The colour was a soft, blue-grey with a lovely silver sheen on the rounded contours. I really wished I could have awarded two Grands as she was a very special cat too.
PERSIAN BI-COLOUR KITTEN
2 (1ST W/H) LOVESY'S PERSILUS MAXIMIANO, 12a 1, M, 10.2.2009
A strong, muscular and well grown kitten for his age. The head was well rounded with a slight crown apparent; he had good breadth of skull and the small, round-tipped ears were set wide apart, fairly low and were fully furnished. Full cheeks and muzzle. In profile the forehead was rounded; the nose was short, broad and of even width with full nostrils and fully formed leather. The chin sloped away. He was teething but the bottom jaw was twisted and the bite therefore misaligned. The eyes were a trifle deep set and still rather "muddy" in colour. They were set well apart but lacked the bold expression that is typical. Cobby body with breadth to the chest and a firm, solid feel. He stood low on short, sturdy legs with large, round, tufted paws. Short, bushy tail that balanced well. He had a full coat that was very fine, soft and thick. Full frill to frame the face. The black was virtually sound and the white pristine. White chevron to the face with black top of head and ears. Black on the back and tail with white underparts and patches on all legs. Well presented in excellent condition and with a delightful temperament. I had to withhold the first prize because of the bite.
SELKIRK REX MALE
1 CC + BOB HAZEL'S WYREWOOD CONQUEROR, 79S 15, M, 6.7.2007
Wow! What an honour it was to be the judge who gave that third, vital CC to a stunning Selkirk thereby making him the breed's first Champion!!! This male is strong, masculine, of superb type, conformation and quality as well as having the personality and endearing disposition so typical of the breed. The head was round, broad with full cheeks and strength of skull. The forehead was rounded with a slightly curved top of head and medium sized ears, broad at the base that were set well apart in the contours of the head. The nose was short, broad and straight with the correct downward slant. The muzzle was of medium width with well padded whisker pads giving it a rectangular shape. The bite was level and the chin firm and well developed. His eyes were large, round and set wide apart with a gentle, almost innocent expression. He had a short, thick neck and a cobby body with solid muscle tone and rectangular appearance. There was excellent breadth and strength to the shoulders and rump. Medium length legs that were sturdy and strong with large, round, firm paws. The tail was of medium length and in proportion; it was thick with a rounded tip. The coat was thick and dense; it stood away well from the body and was fairly uniform in length. It felt soft, plush and though he was beginning to moult, the curls were well formed and he was so well presented. I was delighted to learn he became Best of Variety British, a well deserved accolade in my opinion.
2 CREATON & WALKER'S CURLU NATE, 79L 15, M, 19.4.2008
Another handsome Selkirk of excellent type and expression but unlucky to meet the more mature male on the day. His head was round with breadth, balance and full cheeks. The forehead was rounded and the top of the head slightly curved. The ears were of medium size; they were broad at the base and rounded at the tips. They were set well apart in the contours of the head. The eyes were very expressive, large, rounded and well opened. They were set wide apart. The nose was short, broad and straight with a slight downward slant. The chin could be firmer. Excellent body, legs and tail. Excellent coat quality, it was thick, stood well away from the body and was soft and plush in texture. He had a pleasing curly ruff to frame the face and the curls on the body were random and unstructured giving that adorable "untidy" appearance (though it was obvious he had been very well prepared and presented). Excellent condition and temperament, another Selkirk well worthy of a gold card!
SELKIRK REX FEMALE
1 CC HARRISON'S RAPTINFLUFF GUINEVERE, 79S 39E, F, 12.9.2008
A very promising young female with type, style and potential. The head is developing well for her age showing breadth and balance with full cheeks and a well padded rectangular muzzle. The medium sized ears were set well apart in the contours of the head. The forehead was rounded and the top of the head was slightly curved. Her ears were of medium size, broad at the base and rounded at the tips. They were set wide apart in the contours of the head. Her nose was short and broad with a slight downward slant. Her beautiful eyes were large, round and well-opened; they were set wide apart and very expressive. Her body was of medium length, cobby and muscular with sturdy legs and a tail that balanced well. Outstanding coat quality with excellent curls; it was soft and plush to the touch and felt wonderful when scrunched! When you stood back you could see the tortie in the tipping; it was very subtle though and I suspect some may think it is tarnish (although it does not matter either way!!). She was shown in excellent condition and had a delightful temperament.
RUSSIAN BLUE ADULT
1 CC + BOB STARK'S CH DUSHENKA TASHABELLA, 16A, F, 17.12.2005
A mature female who showed herself so much better when out of the pen; she was elegant and balanced with a moderately short wedge and prominent whisked pads to give a broad finish to the head. Her ears were large, pointed, wide based and set vertically on the head. In profile, the forehead appeared straight and the profile showing a very shallow concave curve giving a good angle. Good chin. The eyes were set well apart, almond shaped and a definite though not vivid green. Elegant body with firm muscle tone and she had long legs with neat oval paws. The tail was a good length, giving proportion and finish. Moderately short coat that was fairly dense. It was a beautiful clear blue with a distinct silvery sheen. She was shown in excellent condition and had a sweet temperament.
2 SEDGEWICK'S CATWO LOVE IN THE MIST, 16A, F, 21.6.2008
I had concerns about this female's head type; she did not have that unique Russian "look" in my opinion. The wedge was of medium length with a definite "scoop" to the profile and without the angle that is such an important feature to the breed. The ears were large, wide at the base, pointed at the tips and were set vertically. The chin sloped away and the bite was overshot. The eyes were almond shaped, set wide apart and a good bright green in colour. Long, graceful body with a firm, muscular feel. The legs were long and the paws small and oval. The tail was moderately long, tapering and in proportion to the body. The coat was of medium length but lacking in density and was close lying; the colour was a clear blue and the silvery sheen was apparent. She was in excellent condition and had a sweet temperament.
BENGAL BROWN SPOTTED, MALE
I did consider exhibit 249 for the BOB award. I really liked his type and his coat was really short, soft and luxurious, but the female pipped him at the post on the day!
1CC HENDERSON'S NEWTONS DUKE, 76 30, M, 28.4.2008
A handsome, friendly cat who was relaxed and enjoyed being judged; I thought he had very pleasing type and balance overall. His wedge was of medium length with breadth and rounded contours. It was slightly longer than the width and he had high cheek bones. He had a pleasing profile and the nose was broad with a slightly puffed leather. The muzzle was full and broad with pronounced whisker pads and a reasonably strong chin. I really liked his eyes; they were oval in shape, large and expressive with a slight slant towards the base of the ear. His body was long, sleek, hard and muscular with strong legs of medium length and round paws. The tail was of medium length, even and rounded at the tip. The coat was short, dense and soft to the touch. His markings were a very dark brown and he had excellent rosettes. There was reasonable contrast with the ground colour and plenty of gold dusting apparent. Attractive facial markings and his underparts were well spotted. He was shown in top condition and had a dependable temperament making him a pleasure to judge.
BENGAL BROWN SPOTTED, FEMALE
BOB ALGER-STREET'S CH TYPHAST COLLUMBINE, 76 30, F, 14.3.2008
A very beautiful female of excellent type and expression. Her coat was short, very dense, luxurious and really soft to the touch. I was impressed by the high degree of rufous colour and the contrast between the ground colour and the well-defined markings. Excellent rosettes were apparent as well as gold dusting.
1 CC/WH ALGER-STREET'S TYPHAST QUANTUMLEAP, 76 30, F, 29.9.2007
Sadly, this female was very tense and not at all happy to be out of the pen. I felt it better to return her and write my critique as best as I could! I felt her head was rather narrow, needing more breadth of skull to give it balance. Her chin was firm and the muzzle well developed with pronounced whisker pads. I was not able to assess her bite. The ears and eyes were fine. I could not assess the profile properly. She was well muscled with good legs and tail. The coat was medium but had a lovely soft texture. There was good contrast between the ground colour and the markings. There were rosettes on her back and gold dusting was apparent. She was in excellent condition but something had clearly upset her temperament.
DEVON REX NEUTER, MALE
1PR SMITH'S PHILOKALIA ALF NELSON, 33A 36B, MN, 8.11.2007
This boy had that typical Devon "pixie" look when viewed "straight on"; his wedge was short and broad with high cheekbones. His ears were large, very wide at the base and set low which was pleasing. They tapered to rounded tips and were well covered. The brow curved back to a flat skull and the nose was short, but I would have liked a more defined stop. The chin was firm, the muzzle strong and he had a well defined whisker break. His eyes were really expressive, wide set, large, oval in shape and sloping to the outer edges of the ears. He had a really wicked expression that I loved. Elegant neck that was long and slender and extremely good head carriage. His body was of medium length, slender, hard and muscular with a broad chest. Slim legs and small, oval paws. His tail was long and tapering, giving overall proportion to the cat. I thought the short coat was excellent for rexing and density; it was soft and even with deep waves. Beautifully presented, he was in excellent condition and had a delightful personality.
2 DONOVAN'S ADVISH ASTARTE BLACKMAGIC, 33A 15, MN, 31.5.2006
This boy had an excellent coat too; it was short, fine and soft to the touch with deep waves. He had good type and balance overall but I would have liked the wedge a little shorter as it was more "medium" in length. He had high cheek bones and well set large ears. His eyes were of excellent shape and set with a mischievous expression. In profile there was a shallow concave curve rather than a definite stop. Excellent body, legs and tail. He was well presented in sparkling condition and had an excellent temperament.
3 ROBERTSON'S PR PHILOKALIA OLIVER SUDDEN, 33A 36, MN, 30.7.2000
This Devon was really feisty; I think he had been judged several times before I came to do my Open and had just had enough. I was so grateful to Mrs Wilding for letting me try and judge him before she handled him in a miscellaneous class. We were not able to handle him properly though and there was no way I could have assessed his bite. Even though he was in a wicked mood, he did not have, for me, the "pixie" expression I love. His wedge was medium rather than short and his nose long with a break rather than a "stop". Well set eyes and ears. Very good body, legs and tail with a hard, muscular feel. Excellent coat quality and rexing although even that was a little straight between the shoulders. Shown in superb condition.
4 RICE'S PR DIADEM MOODY BLUE, 33A 36A, MN, 28.3.2005
Again, I felt this Devon had a medium wedge and a rather long nose with a fair stop. The ears were large and wide at the base but set high on the head. High cheek bones and a good whisker break. The eyes were oval in shape and set well apart but the expression was bland. The chin sloped away though the bite was level. Slim neck. Very good body, legs and tail. His coat was soft in texture but very sparse and the waves shallow. Excellent condition and temperament.
DEVON REX NEUTER, FEMALE
BOB MACDONNELL'S CH & UK GR PR BOUNTIFUL PEEKABOO, 33A 36, FN, 7.9.1999
A senior lady with a wonderful expression and excellent head type and carriage (with 40% of the weighting for head type that has to be the over-riding factor when judging them in my opinion). I would still like more of a definite stop but she did have one! Very well balanced and stylish overall showing excellent physical condition, particularly for her age. Her coat was dense and soft with rippling waves. She had the wicked look that is so appealing too!
1 PR SMITH'S PHILOKALIA DEE MONIQUE, 33A 36, FN, 8.11.2007
A very attractive female of extremely promising type, particularly when viewed "straight on"; the ears and eyes were well set and she had a "pixie" look and wicked expression. Her large ears were wide at the base and set well apart and low. The eyes were large, oval and sloped towards the outer edges of the ears. High cheekbones and a defined whisker break. Strong muzzle and good chin. In profile she had a nose break rather than a stop. Slim neck and excellent head carriage. Excellent body, legs and tail. The coat was short, reasonably dense and soft. The waves were deep except for a slightly shallow area on the lower back. Shown in excellent condition and with the most delightful nature - she was a sweetie!
BROWN BURMESE ADULT, MALE
BOB MATTHEWS' CH KATCHYN KONTIKI, 27, M, 7.2.2008
A handsome brown male with type and elegance who nevertheless felt solid and muscular. Lovely expression in those large yellow eyes. His coat was short, fine and close lying with a healthy gloss and it was a warm seal brown.
BLUE BURMESE ADULT, MALE
1 CC ALGER-STREET'S TYPHA PRINCECHARMING, 27A, M, 7.8.2008
Young male who was well grown, muscular but elegant. The head formed a short wedge with width at the cheeks and a blunt finish to the muzzle. The ears were of medium size, set well apart with the outer line continuing the shape of the upper part of the face. The top of the head was slightly rounded as was the brow when viewed in profile. The eyes were large and expressive. The top line slanted towards the nose and the lower line was well rounded. The colour was chartreux. He had a good profile showing a distinct nose break but the chin could have more depth. Excellent body, legs and tail. The coat was moderately short, fine and close-lying. He was a beautiful blue with a silvery sheen on the rounded contours. Presented in excellent condition and with an excellent temperament too.
BLUE BURMESE ADULT, FEMALE
1 CC + BOB CLARKE'S DOREVALLEY SAPHIRA, 27A, F, 13.2.2006
A mature queen who was very attractive and balanced overall. Short wedge with width at the cheek bones and tapering to a blunt finish at the muzzle. She had medium ears, broad at the base and rounded at the tips. The top of the head was slightly rounded and the outer lines of the ears continued the shape of the upper part of the face. In profile, the brow was gently rounded; there was a distinct nose break and the nose was straight. She had good depth to the chin. Excellent eyes that were large, lustrous and expressive. They were set well apart and a chartreuse tone. Excellent body, legs and tail. Short coat that was of excellent quality being fine, glossy and close-lying. Soft blue grey with a silvery sheen to the rounded contours. Excellent condition and temperament.
LILAC POINT SIAMESE ADULT
1 CC + BOB SINGLE'S SINOPE FERN, 24C, F, 24.7.2008
A pretty female who was well balanced; she had a long wedge with even lines to the muzzle. The ears were rather large, wide at the base and well pricked. She did tend to hold them rather high. Good profile and chin with a level bite. The eyes were of oriental shape and slanted towards the nose. They were set well apart and a good shade of blue. Elegant neck. Long, svelte body with slim legs and dainty oval paws. The tail was long and tapering. The coat was reasonably short, fine and close lying. The points were an attractive lilac and there was excellent contrast against the magnolia body. Excellent condition and temperament.
CARAMEL POINT SIAMESE ADULT, MALE
1 CC + BOB MORGAN'S CH ASTRALBLAESE PERSEUS, 24N, M, 28.5.2008
A handsome and balanced male who was masculine but elegant. The wedge was long and well proportioned with even lines to the muzzle. The large ears were wide at the base and set well apart to follow the lines of the wedge. The eyes could be more Oriental in shape but did show an oblique setting and the colour was an intense blue. Long svelte body with slender legs and oval paws. The tail balanced well. Very good caramel points and showing excellent contrast to the body. The coat was short, fine and glossy. Excellent condition and temperament.
CARAMEL POINT SIAMESE ADULT, FEMALE
I did consider exhibit 433 for the BOB; she was a pleasing female but the coat was coarse in texture.
1 CC HOLT'S ADATEAM SHARANZ SAKURA, 24N, F, 18.8.2008
A young female with some potential I felt. Very good type and balance overall. The head formed a long, even wedge with large ears that were broad at the base. They seemed to be set rather high, but were much improved as she relaxed. Expressive Oriental eyes that were set well and the colour was an intense blue. Straight profile and good depth to the chin. Elegant neck and good head carriage. Long, muscular body with very good legs, paws and tail. Excellent coat quality; it was really short, fine and close lying with a healthy gloss. Very good caramel points and showing excellent contrast. Excellent condition and temperament.
2 MORGAN'S ASTRALBLAESE APHRODITE, 24N, F, 22.3.2008
This female was looking rather immature for her age. The wedge was long but there was a pinch to the muzzle and the profile showed a slight dip. Good chin. The eyes were a good blue and had the correct shape but were set straight across the top. Muscular and elegant with a long body and legs. The paws were small and oval. The tail was a good length to balance and tapered well. Medium coat that was fine and close lying. Very good caramel points and excellent contrast to the body. Excellent temperament and condition.
AC BALINESE ADULT
1 CC + BOB SMYTH'S CH NATHIFA DIAMOND GEEZER, 61DT, M, 16.5.2007
A masculine, handsome and balanced Balinese with such confidence and style. Very good wedge with even lines and large ears set well apart. Beautiful eyes of Oriental shape set well apart and a brilliant blue tone. His profile was straight and the chin had depth. Muscular body with long, slender legs and oval paws. The plume tail balanced well. The coat was silky and fine; it lay flat along the body and spine with "fringes" on the lower stomach etc. Very attractive red points and showing excellent contrast to the body. A friendly male who was enjoying being judged; he was showing in excellent condition.
CHOCOLATE POINT SIAMESE NEUTER
Unfortunately exhibits 464 and 465 were both in really bad moods, growling, hissing and unable to be handled. Sadly, their behaviour did make the other two chocolate point neuters on either side very frightened.
1 PR + BOB MORGAN'S ASTRALBLAESE ACHILLES, 24B, MN, 22.3.2008
A gentle boy who was intimidated by his noisy neighbour but who did allow me to judge him. The wedge was long with even lines with large, wide based ears set well apart. He did tend to hold them high but I made allowance in the circumstances. Good profile and chin depth. The eyes were set well apart, again he looked a little wide eyed and startled which affected the shape, but the colour was excellent. Excellent muscle tone to the body; the legs were long and elegant; the tail tapered and was a good length. The chocolate points were dark but warm. The whisker pads were rather bleached. Pleasing contrast to the ivory body. The coat was reasonably short, fine and glossy. It was close-lying and in excellent condition.
2 CRUMPLER'S SARNAJES SULTANOFSWING, 24B, MN, 3.2.2008
Another boy affected by his noisy neighbour. Fair type and balance overall. The head formed a moderately long wedge but the muzzle was pinched. The ears were large but could be set and held marginally wider apart. The eyes were a good colour but seemed too wide open, but I made allowance for that. Tiny bump on the profile and fair chin. Elegant body with a firm, muscular feel. Slim legs with oval paws. The tail balanced well. The coat was moderately short, fine and close-lying with a healthy gloss. The points were a dark chocolate but there was some warmth of tone. The body was shady. Excellent condition and basically a sweet temperament to put up with the boy next door!

LILAC POINT SIAMESE NEUTER
BOB MARTIN'S GR CH & GR PR ABICASA CARMINA BURANA, 24C, FN, 13.2.2007
A most attractive female with type, style & balance; she had superb coat quality, excellent points colour and pleasing contrast to the magnolia body.

Many thanks to DOROTHY STONE, a fellow judge who provided me with excellent companionship throughout the day.She handles the cats with every consideration.Jackie Pell and Elaine Robinson ran yet another superb show,congratulations to all concerned ,it was a very enjoyable occasion from start to finish.
A.C. ORIENTAL PREMIER NEUTER MALE
1 GR PR BAXTER GR PR SOLARUS CATHY’S CLOWN 37R MN 28/7/05
A handsome ,mature boy shown in superb physical condition.Excellent temperament and was well prepared and presented.Long head in excellent balance with even lines to muzzle,strong,straight profile and very good depth to chin all enhancing the head strength and masculinity.Large and well flared ears with wide base.Excellent eyes for shape,setting and oriental expression.Eye colour is superb being of an vibrant green shade.Bite is level.Excellent neck carriage leading to a long,lithe and masculine body with excellent muscle tone and substance.He stands on lengthy balanced ,slender legs with correct oval shaped paws.Tail is long and tapering completing his excellent oriental conformation.Close lying and well textured coat of an even fawn colour which is sound to root.A very impressive boy being a pleasure to judge and to award.
RESERVE WEAVER PR SUNJADE SKIPPER 37K MN 27/10/07
Another very pleasing and typical boy showing very good overall balance and style.He is not quite as impressive as the winner but is nevertheless a very good representative of the breed.Excellent temperament and was well prepared and presented. He has a long and well proportioned head complimented by a firm chin.Well placed and proportionate ears with wide base. Lovely oriental eyes for shape,setting and expression.Eye colour is of an even bright green. He has a slight dip to the profile ,bite is level and he shows straight lines to the muzzle. Long, typical and masculine body with very good neck carriage.He stands on long, slender legs with oval shaped feet.Tail is long and tapering.Very good muscle tone and was shown in excellent physical condition. Sleek and well textured coat of a very good cinnamon colour which is not quite sound to root.
A.C ORIENTAL PREMIER NEUTER FEMALE
1 ( GR PR W/H) HUTCHINGS GR PR WILLHAVETODO IMJUSTDIVINE 43E FN 4/8/07
She is aptly named as she is of gorgeous type. She was shown to perfection but not too confident at being handled out of the pen, however quite happy to be assessed with reassurance and in the security of her pen .Long, strong and typical enhanced by her large ,flared ears which complimented her very good oriental expression.Lovely eyes for shape and setting, colour is of an even pale green. Excellent profile and with very good depth to chin. Slightly untidy bite due to odd missing incisors..Long graceful neck carriage leading to a long, lithe and feminine body in true balance with her excellent limbs and long tapering tail. Sleek ,close lying and well textured coat showing very good tortie mingling to surface pattern. Unfortunately her “ shaded” pattern does not conform as there is only minimal colour restriction in some of the red areas , otherwise the colour goes down to the roots. This was my sole reason for withholding on this otherwise lovely girl.
MAINE COON SILVER TABBY SERIES
BOB TO- GILLMAN GR CH NORACOON VALATIE 64/31ETS F 24/4/06
An impressive and typical girl showing excellent strength and balance to both head and body.Strong head more square than rectangular with excellent depth to chin.Large,tall and well furnished ears showing well defined tufts and feathers.Large and expressive eyes in a semi oblique setting.Correct shallow concaved nasal curve.Bite is level and she shows a well squared muzzle. Excellent body structure showing length,boning and muscle tone Thick neck and very good depth to chest.She stands on sturdy ,substantial legs with large feet.Tail is long and bushy..She is weighty and substantial and was shown in excellent physical condition.Seasonal coat ,ruff and knickerbockers.Excellent mingling of colours with very attractive effect.
BRITISH BLACK SILVER TABBY MALE ADULT
1 CH &BOB NASH RONALDO SILVER PEPE 18 MALE 6/3/08
Just adult but showing very pleasing adolescent development and very good British conformation to both head and body. Round head with neat and well spaced ears. Well rounded top of head and brow. Muzzle rounds off well and he shows a pleasing British open face and expression.Large,open green eyes.Nose is short,broad and straight. Bite is level and his chin is firm. Short, juvenile body showing very good type and balance.Short,thick neck and good depth to chest.Short,sturdy legs with correct round paws, medium length to thickish tail.Cobbiness is still developing.
“M” is well defined as are his eye to cheek lines.Well formed thumbprints and with clear head to shoulder lines.Good necklaces.Butterfly is fairly symmetrical and shows clarity with similar oysters.Spine line and parallels are clear and well formed for ¾ of length.Tail is well banded with correct solid tip.Flanks are well barred.Short,seasonal and slightly soft coat. A delightful boy for temperament ,was well presented and a pleasure to judge.
ASIAN BOMBAY ADULT FEMALE
1(CH W/H) ALGER –STREET CATHLENTA TYPHA JETSTAR 72 F 31/3/08
Still moving through the awkward adolescent stage with some corrections to make.Head has still to achieve typical strength and balance and she still lacks Asian look.Large ears which she needs to grow into to give better head balance.Nose is rather long and narrow and shows a bump on it. Muzzle requires a stronger and blunter effect. Scissored bite and her chin slips.Large and well set eyes of a lovely deep gold colour.Body is short but rather too dainty in bone for the breed Short tail with a terminal defect.Lovely coat which is dense black,sleek and with a satiny texture.Colour is sound to root. Needs more time,excellent temperament and was well presented.
KORAT NEUTER
1 PR & BOB POLLARD GR CH /PR CHUASIRI SONG SUDA 34 FN 4/3/05
A very appealing ,alert and typical girl showing excellent balance to both head and body.Lovely heart shaped head with good breadth between the eyes.Rounded tips to her large and well set ears with good wide base.Large ,prominent eyes showing vivid green colour.Short nose showing downward curve with slight forehead /nose stop.Bite is level. Muzzle is marginally squared off. Chin is firm.Substantial,medium body in a feminine frame.Proportionate legs and with a well balanced tail of medium length with correct taper and rounded tip.Excellent balance and shown in superb physical condition. Mid blue coat .sound to root with clear silver tipping throughout.Excellent close and sleek coat with lovely tactile effect. Excellent temperament.

As always, a very friendly and extremely efficiently run Show, thank you to Jackie Pell and Elaine Robinson for inviting me and for all the very generous hospitality. Also very many thanks to my helpful and very cheerful steward, Linda Vousden.

ASIAN (TIFFANIE) NEUTER . PR & BOB. Mrs J Stevens’, TIFFKINS DANDY DANDELION, (68dq) MN. 10.05.2007. A large boy of good type, he has a large, wide, short wedge head, very wide top and medium sized well placed ears, correct profile break, deep chin and level bite, expressive yellowy green eyes of good shape and set, large strong body, strong legs and oval tufted paws, fairly long well plumed tail. Good length, soft, fine, close lying, Burmese colour restriction red (tangerine) coat. In a fairly good mood! Well presented in good condition.

EGYPTIAN MAU NEUTER FEMALE . BOB Mrs J Williams’. GR PR SANTILLO JASMIN. (78 30s) FN. 03.07.2007. A strong girl of very good type, she has a large gently rounded wedge head, wide top and medium to large well placed ears, correct profile, nose of uniform width, deep chin and level bite, expressive green eyes set beneath a level brow, very large body, strong legs and oval paws, long tail that has a thicker base and has a rather tense tip. Medium length resilient coat with clear spots and markings of black on a silver ground, a real character well presented in excellent condition.

AC ORIENTAL CHAMPION ADULT MALE . GR CC. Mrs M L Dawe’s, CH WESTGARTH FOOLSGOLD, (37k) M. 23.03.2008 A huge boy of very good overall type, he has a large, strong, very slightly pinched wedge head, lovely wide top and large well set ears, straight profile, deep chin and level bite, bright green oriental eyes, very large strong body, long legs and oval paws, long tapering tail. Short, sound, warm, good cinnamon coat, a few ghost tabby markings still evident. Such a friendly boy, as always very well presented in excellent condition in a double pen.

AC ORIENTAL CHAMPION FEMALE . GR CC. Miss K E Maule’s, CH TEMPANO ROSA DELALPINO, (35) F. 30.04.2007 A strong, well grown girl of very good type, she has a large, strong wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, straight profile, deep chin and level bite, expressive blue eyes of oriental shape and set, large strong body, long legs and oval paws, long tapering tail. Short, fine, very white coat. Such a friendly girl well presented in excellent condition. Res. GR. CC Mrs L A Viggers’. GR CH SANDTUM SUGAR N SPICE. (37k) F. 17.03.05 A friendly girl of good type, she has a large, very slightly pinched wedge head, fairly wide top and large well set ears, straight profile, firm chin and level bite, very clear green eyes of oriental shape and set, long firm body, long legs and oval paws, long tapering tail. Fairly sound, short, warm cinnamon coat. A sweet girl well presented in excellent condition

SEAL POINT SIAMESE ADULT 1. but CC w/h Mr S Morgan’s. ASTRALBLAESE AKHENATEN, (24). M. 11. 05.2008. This boy needs more time to grow and mature. Overall of fair type, he has a slightly short, medium sized wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, almost straight profile, firm chin and untidy bite, mid blue oriental eyes (not the navy blue needed in a seal point), slim body, long legs and neat feet, fairly long tail. Very dark, blackish seal points and very shaded body, not much contrast. Soft coat. I am sorry but in my opinion, this boy is not up to certificate standard at present.

BLUE POINT SIAMESE ADULT 1. but CC w/h. Mrs P Harper’s, LYNNOX JEZABELLE, (24a) F. 26.06.2008. A strong, well grown girl of very good type, she has a large very slightly pinched wedge head, very wide top and large well set ears, almost straight profile, deep strong chin but her bite is slightly undershot, so sadly I had to withhold her certificate, sorry. Deep blue eyes of oriental shape and set, large strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tapering tail. Good blue points and only a little shading on her glacial body so still very good contrast, short soft coat. A friendly girl well presented in excellent condition. 2. Mrs Y Sibley’s, ATARIQ SIAN, (24a) F. 28.08.2008. A young girl of good type, she has a medium to large wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, almost straight profile, firm chin and level bite, deep blue oriental eyes, long firm body, long legs and oval feet, long tapering tail. Good blue points and glacial body so clear contrast, short soft coat, a sweet girl well presented in excellent condition. 3. Mrs P Cousins’, OWAISSA WHIMSICAL MIST, (24a) F. 09.12. 2007 A nervous girl of good type, she has a large wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, almost straight profile, firm chin and level bite, oriental eyes of good blue, long strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tail. Dark blue points and a little shading on her body, which is not as cool toned glacial blue as required in a blue point, still enough contrast. A dear girl well presented in excellent condition.
CHOCOLATE POINT SIAMESE ADULT MALE . CC. Mr C Taylor’s, MAHEREROE KANDASSIE, (24b) M. 29.11.2007 A large strong boy of very good type, he has a large strong wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, almost straight profile, deep chin and level bite, deep blue eyes of oriental shape and set, long firm body, long legs and oval feet, long tapering tail. Dark warm chocolate points and only a little shading on his ivory body so still good contrast. Fairly short coat of good texture. Such a friendly boy well presented in excellent condition. 2. Mrs L Gray’s, LYNNOX KASANOVA, (24b), M. 23.09.2008 A young boy of good type, he has a large’ slightly pinched wedge head, very wide top and large ears which he insists on holding very low. Almost straight profile, firm chin and level bite, rather full eyes of slightly pale blue, not the deeper blue preferred. Long, strong, body, long legs and oval feet, long tapering tail. Very good chocolate points and ivory body so very clear contrast, short fine coat. A very nervous boy well presented in excellent condition. Con for BOB Mrs B J Duncan’s. CH MALIKASIAM EMIR HARITH, (24b). M. 11.03.2005. A huge boy of very good type, he has a huge wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, straight profile, firm chin and level bite, deep blue oriental eyes, huge body, long legs and oval feet, long tail. Very dark chocolate points (not milk chocolate!!) some sign of shading on the top of the head. Such a friendly boy well presented in excellent condition. BOB. Mr T R Mort-Williams’ IMP. GR. CH. CHAIROSS DEMETRIUS. (24b) M. 22.04.2003. A dear boy looking really good today. Overall of very good type, he has a large strong wedge head, very wide top and large well set ears, almost straight profile, deep chin and level bite, deep blue oriental eyes, large strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tail. Good mid chocolate points and clear ivory body so very clear contrast, short coat. A real ambassador for the Chocolates, as always well presented in good condition.

CHOCOLATE POINT SIAMESE ADULT FEMALE. CC. Mr T R Mort-Williams’. CHAIROSS ZENELOPHON. (24b) F. 26.10.2007 A large strong girl of good type, she has a large strong wedge head, wide top and large well set ears, dip in profile, deep chin and level bite, deep blue oriental eyes, large strong body, long legs and oval feet, long tapering tail. Mid chocolate slightly patchy points and ivory body so good contrast, short fine coat, a friendly girl well presented in good condition. 2. Mr S Morgan’s, ASTRALBLAESE ATALANTA, (24b) F. 22.03.2008. A young girl of fairly good type, she has a long, narrow, slightly pinched wedge head, fair width top and large well set ears, slight profile dip, firm chin but undershot bite, mid blue oriental eyes, long firm body, long legs and oval feet, long tail. Mid chocolate points and ivory body so clear contrast, soft fine coat, a sweet girl well presented in good condition.

I would like to thank Jackie Pell and Elaine Robinson for their kind invitation to judge at this well organised and friendly Show. I would also like to thank my Steward, Rachel Flint, for her usual competent handling of the cats and me.

BLUE-CREAM ADULT: 1. CC. & BOB. ADVISH BIANCA BOMB. 28. F. 9.6.06. A very shy but well matured girl of 3yr. showing good British type. Round head; neat ears with good space between; cheeks nicely rounded to muzzle line; level bite, short broad nose, firm chin; round eyes of a good copper shade. Good weight and development to cobby body; broad chest; short well boned legs, neat paws; balanced tail. Coat short and dense; a more predominant mixture of pale cream to a pale blue - it was well mingled; all four feet were broken with colour. Although she was very shy she won the first place for her clear maturity and balance. Shown in good condition.
2. BINN'S PETTICOTE TICKLEDPINK. 28. F. 17.9.08. Although barely an adult this young girl shows good promise. Apple shaped head; neat ears well placed in head with good space between; cheeks developing well to muzzle line; level bite, short broad nose, firm chin; round eyes of a deep copper shade giving her an interesting expression. Body of good weight though needing further development; short well boned legs, neat rounded paws; balanced tail. Lovely coat, short, dense, and firm; mid-blue mingled well with pale cream; all four feet mingled with colour. A promising young lady just needing a little more time to develop. She handled well. Shown in good condition.
3. BURFORD'S MIBAYBSE LUNAR WELLS. 28. F. 4.9.08. A girl who is developing well for her 10 months. Round head; ears open at the base; cheeks developing well to muzzle line; firm chin, level bite, short broad nose; round eyes of a golden shade. Body going through a rangy stage at the moment. Broad chest developing; short well boned legs, rounded paws; balanced tail. Coat short, dense, and firm; a mixture of a slightly darker shade of blue to cream which was light and dark in places; all four feet mingled with colour. A friendly girl, easy to handle, and shown in good condition.

AC COLOURPOINTED ADULT: BOB. WEST'S CH. WESTWAYS LITTLEBILL. 40.7. M. 25.1.06. A mature lad of over 3yr. whom I had seen and admired several times previously, showing good British type. Balanced mature head; neat ears; cheeks developed well to muzzle line; level bite, short broad nose, firm chin; round eyes of pale blue. Mature cobby body. Coat short, dense, and firm; cream points with some slight shading to body; body colour of a creamy-white. He has a lovely friendly temperament. Shown in good condition.

BLACK SILVER TABBY KITTEN MALE: There were two beautiful Silver Tabby kittens - one male the other female. It was incredibly difficult to decide which should be BOB. In the end I came down to choose the girl with the little black spots on her paws. It was a pleasure to judge kittens of such high quality.
1. le MONNIER'S MARDENKA MINDTHE-STYLE. 18. M. 16.3.09. What a stunning young man of just over 3 months, showing good British type. Round head; neat ears fitting well into head shape with good space between; cheeks developing to muzzle line; level bite, short broad nose, firm chin; round expressive eyes of pale hazel with green developing from the centre. Good weight to developing cobby body; short well boned legs, neat paws; balanced tail.
Coat short, of good density, quite firm for such a young age; what a clear distinction of dense black pattern to a lovely silver ground colour! Thumbprints on ears; 'M' on forehead; clear spectacles; well defined butterfly; spine lines; oysters symmetrical and complete; necklaces; bracelets; spots on abdomen; rings on tail; a very slight tinge on nose. What a playful personality! He enjoyed the whole process of being admired, purring non-stop. A delight to handle, and shown in good condition.

BLACK SILVER TABBY KITTEN FEMALE: 1. BOB. le MONIER'S MARDENKA MILLVINA. 18. F. 16.3.09. A litter-sister to the boy, and equally lively and alert, showing good British type. Round head; ears just a little tall but fitting well into head shape; cheeks developing well to muzzle line; level bite, short broad nose, firm chin; round expressive eyes of a muddy-hazel with green developing well from the centre. Good weight to her cobby body; broad chest developing; well boned legs, rounded paws; balanced tail. Lovely coat, short, dense and firm for her young age; clear distinct black tabby markings to a lovely silver ground colour; thumbprints on ears, clear 'M' on forehead, spectacles, well defined butterfly, spine lines, oysters complete and matching with little pearls in the centre, spots on abdomen clearly defined on paws, ringed tail. A bubbling personality so playful, purring non-stop and a joy to handle. I was delighted to see she went on to be Best of Variety British Kitten - a well deserved award.

BLACK CHOCOLATE OR LILAC TORTIE ADULT: 1. CC. BOB. HEMMING’S HINDERSLYNE HECATE. 21. F. 8.7.08. A well grown lady of just 1yr. showing good British type. Good round head; neat ears fitting well into head shape, with plenty of space between; nicely developed round cheeks to muzzle line; level bite, short broad nose, firm chin; round eyes of a deep copper shade, giving her a very attractive expression. Balanced cobby body of good weight and muscular tone; broad chest; short well boned legs, neat paws; balanced tail. Excellent coat, short, dense, and firm; pristine shining jet black, sound to roots; well mingled with rich red and paler red; all four paws broken with colour. She has a delightful temperament, and shown in excellent condition. She is a girl I have judged before and always admired.

A very pleasant show which I thoroughly enjoyed in the good company of Anne Clay and I thank Jackie, Elaine and the Club for the kind invitation and excellent hospitality; many thanks also to Anne for her attention to detail and excellent handling of the cats; I look forward to the next time.
AV FSH GR CH ADULT, MALE:
1 and IGC to SHAMMAS GR CH MIKKAR ASHANTI WARRIOR (23) 31.12.07. A strong and lithe male with a firm muscular body, long legs with oval paws and balanced tapered tail slightly thick at base; large ears, tufted, well cupped and wide set, broad head showing gentle contours, slight break to profile, rounded muzzle with indentation, good chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and hazel green colour with an excellent expression, clear pigmentation markings on face. Coat short close and shining, excellent texture and lovely rich colouring with a warm apricot basecoat and contrast very well ticked in black, darker dorsal line and tail tip, short heels, beautifully presented and excellent condition.
AV FSH GR CH ADULT, FEMALE:
1 and IGC to CAUNTER GR CH THICKTHORN LOTUS BLOSSOM (73b) 3.11.06, A beautiful female of excellent type and balance with a firm muscular body, strong legs with oval paws and balanced tapered well ringed tail with a chocolate tip; ears large, tufted and excellent set, balanced head with a slight dip in profile, good broad muzzle with whisker break, firm chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and green colour, dark rimmed and expressive. Excellent coat with a wonderful shine and texture showing clear thumbprint sized spotting over her body in warm chocolate on a copper agouti background, several necklaces, well barred legs, full heels; excellent condition and most beautifully presented, I understand she later went on to become BIS Foreign Shorthair - Congratulations!
RESERVE to LORENZO GR CH ARCHENZO MILLY MOLLY (74et) 2.4.07. Another lovely female of excellent type and balance with a firm muscular body, legs and oval paws in proportion, tail tapered and balanced; ears moderately large and well set, forward pricked and with oval tips, balanced head of medium length, slight dip in profile, rounded muzzle with whisker pinch, firm chin and level bite; eyes large, well set and green-blue colour, dark rimmed and with an excellent expression. Coat short, close and fine with an excellent shine and texture, showing a tortie-tabby pattern in black and shades of red, colour gently merging over her body; excellent condition and most beautifully presented.
AC SIAMESE/BALINESE GR CH ADULT, MALE:
1 and IGC to MORT-WILLIAMS IGR CH CHAIROSS DEMETRIUS (24b) 22.4.03. A big strong male with a long firm well muscled body, long fine legs with oval paws and long fine tail; large ears well set and flared, long wedge head, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of lovely deep blue colour with an excellent expression. Long neck; coat short, close and shining with a clear warm ivory body colour, excellent for his veteran age, matching warm chocolate colour on his points; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
RESERVE not awarded.
2 to DAWE GR CH BARBECCO STAY WITH ME (32.5) 18.9.06. A rather rangy looking male who needs more weight and muscle for his age; long lithe body, long fine legs and fine tail to balance; large ears of excellent set and flare, medium length wedge head, straight profile, chin rounds off slightly, bite level; eyes rather deep set, colour appeared to be vivid. Coat short but slightly open, rich colouring on ears, rest of points show pale red, warm tone to body; sweet natured but in my opinion not up to this high award.
AC SIAMESE/BALINESE GR CH ADULT, FEMALE:
IGC not awarded.
1 to MORGAN GR CH ASTRALBLAESE ANDROMEDA (24n) 21.11.04. A pretty female of very good type and balance with a long firm body, long fine legs with small oval paws and long fine tail; large ears well set and flared, even wedge head, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; expressive oriental eyes of lovely vivid blue. Long neck; coat close and shining but a little on the long side, lilac based caramel points colour and a clear body; she has a small lesion under her chin, otherwise excellent condition and well presented.
SORREL ABYSSINIAN KITTEN, FEMALE:
1 and BOB to EVANS KOPERCAT LIPSTICK JUNGLE (23a) 5.3.09. A lovely little female of very good type and balance with a firm lithe body, long legs with oval paws and balanced tapered tail that is slightly thick at base; ears large, well cupped and wide set, balanced head showing gentle contours, break to profile, good chin, rounded muzzle with indentation, level bite; eyes of full almond shape and amber colour. Coat short, slightly open today, dark chocolate ticking developing well, particularly around her neck and over her shoulders on a lovely warm bright apricot base, darker dorsal line and tail tip, good pigmentation markings on face, pale cream on her lips and chin, slight inner barring on front legs, good heels; excellent condition and presentation.
2 to JONES CRYSTALPAWS ALYSSA (23a) 18.2.09. A good natured female with a firm lithe body, long fine legs with small oval paws and long tapering tail slightly thick at base; large ears well cupped but held a little high, good short head with a slight break to profile, rounded muzzle with indentation, chin slightly shallow, bite level; eyes of almond shape and hazel colour; good pigmentation markings on her face, some pale cream on her lips and chin. Coat short and close, not quite the warmth of the previous exhibit but well ticked in chocolate on an apricot base with a darker dorsal line and tail tip, some inner barring on front legs, short heels; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
ORIENTAL SMOKE NEUTER MALE:
1 PC and BOB to STANBRIDGE PR GENTANTIQUE AVALON (42k) 18.12.06. A big strong cat with a long firm body, long fine legs and fine balanced tail; large ears which he tends to hold slightly high, long wedge head, slight dip in profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of bright clear green. Long neck; coat short and close showing a cinnamon top on a silvery white background, some clown markings on his face; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
APRICOT POINT SIAMESE ADULT MALE:
1 CC and BOB to REED AMYDAY SUNSPANGLED (32fn) 18.7.08. A handsome and charming young male with a long firm body, long fine legs with small oval paws and long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, balanced even wedge head, straight profile, firm chin with a little beard and level bite; oriental eyes of intense blue with a wonderful expression. Long elegant neck; coat short close and shining, showing warm apricot points and a clear warm tone to body; excellent condition and most beautifully presented; congratulations on later becoming Best Siamese Exhibit and he is the cat I would most like to take home.
SEAL POINT SIAMESE NEUTER, MALE:
1 and PC to LODWIG MAFDET MAFIOSO (24) 4.10.08. A handsome young cat, just an adult, with a long firm well muscled body, long fine legs with oval paws and long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, even wedge head, straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of vivid blue colour with an excellent expression. Long elegant neck; coat short and close with dense warm seal points, beige body with excellent contrast; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
SEAL POINT SIAMESE NEUTER, FEMALE:
BOB to MEEK GR PR SHERMESE CHINA DOLL (24) 8.6.07. A lovely mature female with a long firm body, long fine legs with small oval paws and very long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, evenly balanced wedge head, very slight dip and bump on profile, firm chin and level bite; oriental eyes of dark blue colour with an excellent expression. Long elegant neck; coat short and close with dense warm seal points, excellent shine and texture, some body shading in tone but very good contrast; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
BLUE POINT SIAMESE NEUTER, MALE:
BOB to POUNDS IGR PR JOMESE JACKTHELAD (24a) 7.4.05. A charming cat with a long firm body, fine legs and paws and long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, balanced wedge head, almost straight profile, chin rounds off slightly, bite level; oriental eyes of excellent dark blue. Coat short and close, excellent shine and texture, medium blue colour on points with body cool and shaded in tone; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
BLUE POINT SIAMESE NEUTER FEMALE:
1 and PC to WATSON MALIKASIAM MALAIKA SAEEDA (24a) 7.10.07. A good natured female with a firm lithe body, legs and paws in proportion, tail tapered and balanced; large ears well set, slight dip in profile, chin rounds off slightly, bite level; oriental eyes of lovely deep colour. Coat short and close, points of medium blue, body shaded in tone but she does have contrast; excellent condition and well presented.
RED POINT SIAMESE NEUTER, MALE:
BOB to DAVIES IGR PR RENDZINA CAPTAIN SCARLET (32a) 21.4.05. A handsome and charming cat of excellent type and balance with large ears of excellent set and flare, even wedge head, straight profile, firm chin and level bite; oriental eyes of intense blue with an excellent expression. Long neck; coat short and close with an excellent shine and texture, rich red points colour and a warm tone to body; excellent condition and presentation.
1 and PC to MASON ROZANDEN RUAIDHRI (32a) 6.6.08. A charming young cat with a long well muscled body, long legs with oval paws and long fine tail to balance; large ears well set and flared, even wedge head, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of intense colour with an excellent expression. Long neck; coat short and close with soft red points colour and a clear warm toned body; excellent condition and presentation.
AV SLH NEUTER (a):
1 to HAWES IGR CH & PR GLENPETER CONCERTO (13c2) 28.8.01. A beautiful female looking great for her veteran age; firm body, thickset legs and balanced bushy tail; ears of medium size and wide set, broad head, gently rounded skull, dip in profile, full cheeks, muzzle tapers, good chin and level bite; eyes of excellent size and set, almost round and excellent sapphire blue colour. Silky coat with a full ruff, medium blue points colour and clear cool toned body; excellent feet markings, tidy and pristine white; excellent condition and presentation.
2 to STABLES IGR PR MERLIESIN CAISEAL BEAG (63) 26.10.03. A handsome cat, slightly tense but he handled well; large ears well furnished, cupped and wide set, broad head, break to profile, rounded muzzle with indentation, good chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and hazel colour, clear pigmentation markings on face; Coat silky and well developed, very well ticked in black with a darker dorsal line and tail tip, warm basecoat and contrast, full heels, some pale cream on his lips and chin; excellent condition and presentation.
3 to BAKER ADVILO SAMSON SEPI (13c1) 23.6.06.
AV SLH NEUTER (b):
1 to FISHLOCK-LOMAX PR VIEUXTEMPS VANTAGE VROOM (67.31t) 15.11.02. A big strong cat, well balanced and of good type with a long firm body, strong legs with large tufted paws and long bushy tail; ears large, well tufted and furnished and well set, triangular head, straight profile, good chin and level bite; eyes large, vivid green colour, dark rimmed and with an excellent expression. Coat silky and double with a woolly basecoat and showing attractive markings in black tabby patched with white; excellent condition and presentation.
2 to WATTS CH & GR PR EMANAN BOOTSTRAP BILL (63c) 15.7.05. A lovely cat with a charming temperament and smiling expression, firm muscular body, legs and tufted paws in proportion, tail balanced, tapered and well furnished; ears large and of excellent set, broad head with gentle contours, slight break to profile, rounded muzzle with indentation, good chin and level bite; eyes of full almond shape and hazel colour. Good pigmentation markings on face, silky coat, well ticked in dark blue on paler blue with a warm mushroom contrast; excellent condition and presentation.
3 to NEWMAN PR DAIRYMAINE KASABIEN (64.19) 3.8.06.
AV ORIENTAL/SIAMESE/BALINESE MAIDEN ADULT:
1 to REED AMYDAY SUNSPANGLED (32fn).
2 to WILLIS LEBRETON FINLAY (48.40b) 28.2.08. Another handsome male of excellent type and balance with a long firm body, long fine legs and long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, even wedge head, straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of dark blue colour; coat short and close, silky shine and texture, seal patched with white with a balanced inverted V on his face, beige body patched with white; clean patching, excellent condition and presentation.
3 to SINGLE SINOPE FERN (24c) 24.7.08.
AV ORIENTAL/SIAMESE/BALINESE LIMIT ADULT:
1 to CHIVERS DANDY DES PETITES BAVARDES (48.40) 3.4.08. A good natured young male with a long lithe body, long fine legs and fine balanced tail; large ears held slightly high until he relaxed, head a little narrow across his eyes, slight dip in profile, chin rounds off slightly, bite level; oriental eyes of lovely deep blue. Coat short and close, well patched but with some mingling at the edges in seal brown and white; excellent condition and well presented.
2 to TAYLOR MAHEREOE KANDASSIE (24b) 29.11.07. A young male with a firm body, long fine legs with oval paws and long fine tail to balance; large ears of excellent set and flare, medium length wedge head, small muzzle pinch, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of vivid colour. Coat short and close with warm chocolate points and ivory body colour with some shading in tone; excellent condition and well presented.
3 to CLAY METEXA MARQUESA (37h) 29.4.08.
AC SIAMESE/BALINESE LIMIT KITTEN:
1 to MARTIN PLEZETOBE MISS ABICASA (24b) 6.12.08. A lovely female of very good type, balance and colour; firm lithe body, dainty legs and paws, and long fine tail; large ears of excellent set and flare, balanced wedge head, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes of lovely deep blue. Coat short and close with warm chocolate points and clear ivory body; excellent condition and presentation.
2 to BERRY CHANTEUR MOONRAKER (61n) 23.1.09. A handsome baby of lovely type and balance, soft blue based caramel points, clear cool toned body and plume-like tail to balance; oriental eyes of brilliant sapphire blue, excellent expression; firm lithe body with fine legs and paws.
3 to FAIRCLOUGH BRYTHAIS HARITH (24a) 13.10.08.
AC SIAMESE/BALINESE TABBY, TORTIE OR TORTIE-TABBY POINTED NEUTER:
1 to HART CH & UK GR PR APRIKAT SKULDUGGERY (61t) 21.5.04. A handsome and charming cat of excellent type and balance with a silky well developed coat and full plume-like tail to balance; oriental eyes of lovely vivid colour and excellent expression. Seal tabby markings on points, some pattern over his body in tone; excellent condition and beautifully presented.
2 to ROBINSON PR NATHIFA DELICATEDREAMER (32b1) 20.6.07. A pretty female whose tail could be longer for balance; long lithe body, dainty legs and paws; ears of excellent set and flare, medium length wedge head, almost straight profile, good chin and level bite; oriental eyes, colour appeared to be deep blue; coat short and close, seal patched with shades of red on points.
3 to DRIMMIE PR NUTROSTAR SUGARCANDY (32.5) 6.5.07.

Many thanks to Simone Ensor for her stewarding expertise and good company, I hope we can work together again some time.
AC. BIRMAN CHAMPION, FEMALE.
1st. & GR.CH. Brigliadori & Robson's CH. SHWECHINTHE AURORA, 13c7)
Young adolescent looking girl. Pleasing head shape, still needs to fully grow into her ears. Good profile lin and chin depth, bite level. Well shaped eyes, mid blue in colour. Lovely soft warm cream colouring on the points. Silky well presented coat of good length, palest cream in colour. Well marked gloves and gauntlets. Strong body of good length with sturdy limbs, good tail length with a full brush.

AOV. SLH. PREMIER NEUTER, MALE.
1st. & GR.PR. Newman's PR. DAIRYMAINE KASABIEN, 64.19)
Massive lad in full coat. Lovely strong head shape with a good square muzzle. The ears are large, alert and well set. Good profile line and chin depth. Very good eye shape in an oblique setting. Full coat and ruff, lovely red coat colouring with a glossy top coat. Massive body of good length, sturdy limbs with large tufted paws. Medium length to the full bushy tail.

RES. GR.PR. Stables's IMP. GR.PR. MERLIESIN GAISEAL BEAG, 63)
Lovely relaxed friendly boy. Strong well balanced contoured wedge, the ears are large and well set. Good profile and chin depth. Well shaped expressive eyes, bright hazel in colour. Strong mature elegant body shape, well proportioned limbs, good tail length and brush. Silky coat of good length, good rich golden brown base colouring and underparts. Well defined ticking.

AOV. SLH. PREMIER NEUTER, FEMALE.
1st. & GR.PR. Davies's CH. & GR.PR. SONNYWOOD NUTMEG, 66e)
Lovely mature girl. Very good head shape, flat plane between the well set ears. The profile shows a good curve to the nose and a strong chin. Expressive well shaped eyes, mid blue in colour. Well mingled tortie colours of red and seal on all the points. Full coat, soft in texture and a warm beige in colour. Strong well developed body with sturdy limbs, mid legth tail with a full brush.

RES. GR.PR. Stables's GR.CH. & PR. AMORES OPHELIA FIZKIN, 63s)
Stylish girl. Lovely head shape with a contoured wedge, the ears are large and well set. Good profile line and chin depth. Most expressive eyes, good bright hazel colouring. Svelte body with dainty limbs and paws, good tail length with a full brush. Silky coat of mid length, good clear silver base colouring and underparts, Well defined black ticking.

USUAL SOMALI ADULT, FEMALE.
1st. CH. with held. Burns's CH. SUPATOFT SUPER NOODLE.
Mature girl with strong type, the head has a good contoured wedge, the ears are large and well set. Good profile line and chin depth, unfortunately the bite is minimally undershot. Well shaped expressive hazel eyes. Good silky coat texture, rich golden brown base colouring, ticking well defined. Strong well shaped body, well balanced limbs, good tail length and brush.

KORAT ADULT, FEMALE.
1st. & CH. & BOB. Cherkas's JUSARKA YIN YANG.
Mature girl with a good heart shaped head. The ears are a good size and are well set. Fairly good curve to the nose, good chin depth. Large well shaped expressive eyes, good luminous green in colour. Strong cobby body with well proportioned limbs and tail length. Short fine silky coat, medium blue in colour and showing some silver tipping.

TONKINESE NEUTER, FEMALE.
BOB. only Richard's IMP. GR.CH. & GR.PR. TONKAHOLICS ISTAR, 74e)
Mature girl with a lovely well balanced head shape, the ears are well set. Good profile line and chin depth. Well shaped oval eyes, greenish in colour. The coat has a well mingled tortie pattern with the desired slight contrast with the points and body. Good body length and shape with well proportioned limbs and tail.

Thank you so much Jackie & Elaine for inviting me to judge at this busy, efficient, successful show and for your excellent hospitality.   I had a lovely day with my steward, Betty Newbury, who had come especially and was her usual competent self.   Thank you, Betty.
AC BRITISH CHAMPION ADULT, MALE
Gr Ch WEST’S WESTWAYS LITTLEBILL (40 7) 25.01.06 Cream Colourpointed.   Well rounded head with deep brow and neat ears set wide apart.   Broad, straight nose.   Level bite, firm chin and rounded muzzle.   Full cheeks.   Large, round, wide-open eyes of pale blue with a darker blue near the centre.   Good profile.   He is cobby and well-balanced with a broad chest; short, strong legs, round paws and tail of correct length and shape.   His coat is short, crisp and dense.   The face mask and ears are of a hot cream, as is the tail which is ringed.   Leg points are paler but match each other.   There is just a little tonal shading on his creamy white body.   He was very happy and friendly.
2 (Res Gr Ch withheld) YOUNG’S CH HARLEME BERTRAND (15) 21.02.08 Black.    Large, round ‘apple’ head with small ears which are set wide on the rounded top.   Short, broad nose. Level bite, squarish muzzle.   Round, deep gold eyes.   Very full cheeks.   Cobby and chunky with short legs, round paws and good tail.   Coat is fairly crisp and dense, a little on the long side and almost sound to the roots.   He is moulting heavily and his coat is full of dandruff.   Rather a shy boy but well-behaved.    My reason for withholding the Reserve Grand was the condition of his coat today and general immaturity at this stage.

CINNAMON/FAWN SELF & COLOURPOINTED ADULT INTERMEDIATE.
1 (IC withheld) LAKIN’S MALSOME VIVALDI (15r) 26.05.08 Fawn male. His head is far from round and tapers towards the narrow muzzle. Level bite and firm chin. Long nose. Large ears, open at the base. Eye shape also lacks the British roundness but they are a good shade of orange. Long body and standing on long legs. Tail is of correct length and has a rounded tip. Coat is quite crisp and dense and is of reasonable length. It is of a pleasing rosy mushroom colour but is not sound to the roots and shows ticking. He has a lovely temperament but I felt that he was not sufficiently British in type to be awarded a certificate.

BLUE NEUTER
BOB TO HILL’S PR CATELORO MUMBO JUMBO (16) MN 18.01.08. Lovely boy who ticked all the right boxes and has a super temperament.

CREAM NEUTER
1 (pc withheld) WITHEY’S STONNALL FLYBOY (17) 15.05.08 Male Neuter.
Large ears set well apart on the rounded top to his head. Short, broad, straight nose. Level bite, firm chin, rounded muzzle. Super deep copper eyes which were round and wide-open. Quite full cheeks. Well boned with deep chest, short legs, round paws and good tail. Heavy, substantial body which is rather long. Coat a little soft but it is dense and fairly short. Rather a hot cream and unfortunately not anywhere near sound to the roots. Only slight ghost markings. A lovely boy let down by his coat which was the reason for withholding the pc today.

BLACK SILVER TABBY NEUTER
BOB AWARDED TO COULTHURST’S PR SHADOWSMINE SILVER SHIMMER (18) Female Neuter 12.07.04. A lovely girl who was most unhappy today.

Miscellaneous Classes
AV MAIDEN ADULT
1 HARRISON’S RAPTINFLUFF GUINEVERE (79s39e) 12.09.08. Female Selkirk Tortie Tipped. Round head with medium, tufted ears. Broad, straight nose with the required downwards dip. Level bite, wide muzzle with well padded whisker pads. Curly whiskers. Cheeks quite full. Round, wide-open, green eyes. Short, thick neck. Cobby body with good boning. Very well balanced with strong legs and thick tail which is thicker at the base and has a rounded tip. Thick, dense coat which is curly all over. Heavy, even tipping which is black rather than tortie at present. A delightfully pretty cat with a temperament to match.
2 BRININGER’S OYIBO KARRIE-WHITCHIT (27b) 06.09.08 Female Chocolate Burmese.
3 BINNS’ PETTICOTE TICKLEPINK (28) 17.09.08 Female Blue-Cream

AC BRITISH OR SELKIRK REX NON-SELF BREEDERS KITTEN
All the kittens in this class really deserved to win.
1 LE MONNIER’S MARDENKA MINDTHE-STYLE (18) 16.03.09 Male Black Silver Tabby. Round head with ears which he needs to grow into. Straight nose. Firm chin, rounded muzzle, bite marginal.   Round eyes, hazel at present but with the green just coming in. Well balanced overall. Coat short and crisp.   Excellent markings, very well defined, of dense black on creamy-silver ground.   Confident and playful
2 BEARD-SMITH’S MEWSOS JULIE (79L 40 3) 12.03.09 Female Chocolate Colourpointed Selkirk Rex, longhaired.   Round head with medium ears, open at the base.   Short, very broad nose. Round eyes of greenish blue at present. Level bite, firm chin.   Cobby and balance with short legs and very large paws.   Short, curly whiskers.   Her thick coat is very curly all over.   Face mask, tail and ears are of dark chocolate, leg points paler.   Clear ivory body colour.   Super temperament.
3 LE MONNIER’S MARDENKA MILLVINA (18) 16.03.09 Female Black Silver Tabby.   Litter sister to the winner and very little to choose between them but her markings are not as well defined as her brother’s.

AC BRITISH OR SELKIRK REX NON-SELF NON-BREEDERS KITTEN
1 BUDDING’S ALEJANDRO MALACHY MCCOURT (40 2) 17.03.09 Male Blue Colourpointed. Round head with neat ears set well. Short, straight nose. Level bite (still teething), firm chin and nicely rounded muzzle. Broad across the face. Very pale blue eyes, almost colourless at present. Well balanced and cobby with short legs, large paws, and tail thicker at the base and rounded at the tip. Coat long and a bit soft, very dense. Very well matched points of medium blue. Already some tonal shading on his white body colour.
2 BUDDING’S ALEJANDRO FLORENCE (40 3) 18.02.09 Female Chocolate Colourpointed. Fairly round head with ears she needs to grow into. Long, straight nose. Level bite, firm chin. Narrow muzzle. Round, very pale blue eyes. Well balanced and quite cobby with strong legs, round paws and correct tail. Coat crisp and quite short, fairly dense. Well matched points of warm chocolate. Some slight tonal shading on the ivory body colour.
3 CREA’S BUSYKITZ BEYONCE (30s) 11.01.09 Female Black Silver Spotted.
AV NOVICE KITTEN
1 HERKES’ ADNIOSH PURE CHAOS (76 30) 17.02.09 Male Brown Spotted Bengal
2 THOMPSON’S DULCAMARA CALLISTOS (27b) 20.02.09 Male Chocolate Burmese
3 EYRE-BROOKS’ WOTHORPE RUBY TUESDAY (76 30) 07.01.09 Female Brown Spotted Bengal

AV NOT WON A PC NEUTER
1 SMITH’S CH PHILOKALIA ALF NELSON (33a36b) 08.11.07 Male Neuter Chocolate Smoke Devon Rex
2 LANG’S LAMONDOR SAMIR SUNDAR (27c) 25.09.08 Male Neuter Lilac Burmese
3 WITHEY’S STONNALL FLYBOY (17) 15.05.08 Male Neuter Cream British

PERSIAN WHITE (ORANGE-EYED) KITTEN, MALE
1 BOB Ediker’s LAZANE CLASSIQUE (8.11.08) M A very stylish boy who was groomed to perfection. Lovely top of head with super neat wee ears with long furnishings. Rounded forehead with large round eyes of a super deep copper colour. Good short broad nose with deep break and well filled cheeks. Nice strong muzzle lines with a good chin and bite. Lovely short-coupled cobby body and of good weight and size for his age. Deep chest and flanks and lovely thick-set limbs. A beautiful long flowing coat of a nice silky texture that was superbly prepared and was an excellent gleaming white throughout. Lovely full well covered tail and a very nice nature.

PERSIAN WHITE (ORANGE-EYED) KITTEN, FEMALE
1 Ediker’s PICKWICK SASSYLADY (12.11.08) F Another very stylish girl and hard to chose between the two today. Nice rounded head with good top though her ears are still a little large for perfection but had very nice furnishings. Her eyes are not completely round and although were a very good colour did not have the depth of copper of the male kitten. Good short broad nose with a nice break and rounded cheeks with a nice solid muzzle and an acceptable bite. Not quite with the weight and substance of the boy as yet but still very well grown for her age with muscle tone coming well and good short stocky legs. Very well presented coat which was not as profuse as the boy as yet but was a lovely gleaming white and had a lovely silky texture. Nicely covered tail and again, handled well.

BRITISH RED SPOTTED ADULT, MALE
1 CC BOB Edney’s GR CH ROCADANNE MR BEAN (7.5.04) M A large well matured boy with lovely solid rounded head and neat well set ears. Large round eyes of an excellent copper colour with well filled mature cheeks and good muzzle lines. Nice short straight nose and a good chin with level bite. Good solid mature cobby body with deep chest and flanks and thick-set short limbs. A very good weight and showing good muscle development as well. Very nice short crisp coat which showed very good contrast between the rich red ground colour and deeper red spotting which was well defined and had a good broken spine line and only showed some linkage on his shoulders. Nice facial markings and clear bars on his legs with a good length multi-ringed tail. Handles well.

BLACK SILVER SPOTTEED ADULT, FEMALE
1 CC withheld Williams’ CROWVALLEY SILVER RIBBONS (1.10.06) F A very small though compact girl for her age who was very out of season today. Nice head type with rounded top of head and balanced neat ears. Large round eyes of a hazel colour with a good short straight nose with an attractive brick leather. Cheeks quite well rounded as was muzzle with a good chin and level bite. I would have liked her larger and with more bulk generally but her small compact body was well balanced overall. It was her coat that let her down today as it was shedding badly and was very sparse overall. It had lost any undercoat and lacked texture generally. Her medium pewter silver ground colour was even but her black spotted pattern had lost all definition and clarity today. I am sure this was a seasonal moult but I was unable to award the certificate on these grounds today.

BRITISH BLACK KITTEN, MALE
1 BOB Stubbs’ JALANDHARA THE SQUIRE (4.3.09) M A very sweet young man who showed a lot of promise today. Ute well rounded head with lovely neat small ears which were very well set. Large round eyes which were very expressive and of a lovely copper colour. Lovely short straight nose with nicely rounded cheeks and muzzle with a good chin and level bite. Lovely cobby little body which shows good promise generally and was of a nice weight for his age. Excellent short dense plushy coat which was very well developed for such a young kitten and it was a beautiful glossy dense black throughout and in a lovely condition. Good length tail with rounded tip and an extrovert temperament.

BRITISH BLACK KITTEN, FEMALE
1 Williams’ BUSYKITZ PEBBLEFLINTSTONE (19.10.08) F A much older girl and almost an adult today. Type coming on well with lovely neat well set ears and large round eyes of a good deep golden colour. Good straight short nose and cheeks filling nicely. Good muzzle lines with a nice chin and good level bite. Her body is well developed for her age and of a good weight and proportion overall. Her coat is rather flat and lacks texture generally and even though it is a lovely glossy lack on the surface it was rather unsound to most parts today. Good length rounded tail and handles well.

BRITISH BLUE KITTEN, FEMALE
1 Le Monnier’s MARDENKA MILLI VANILLI (14.3.09) F An attractive girl with good overall type. Nice neat well set ears with a good width between them. Large round eyes of a good dark golden colour with a good short straight nose and cheeks filling nicely. Good firm chin and nice level bite. Body developing well and she was a good size and weight for her age. Good short stocky limbs and neat round paws. Her coat is going through a developing stage at present and it was varying shades of blue and was still showing rather heavy ghost spotted pattern. Hopefully this will clear as she matures further. It was a nice length and texture and if it continues to clear she will be promising. Good short rounded tipped tail.

ASIAN TABBY ADULT, FEMALE
1 CC BOB Kenny’s ELANAY ANASTACIA BROWN (72 45q) 22.9.08 F Only just and adult and still with some maturing to do as yet. Nice medium wide based ears which need more width between them for balance. Lovely expressive lustrous eyes of a super colour with a good short nose with gentle break. Just enough width to her wedge at the jaw-hinge but with nice rounded muzzle lines, good chin and nice level bite. Her body was well balanced and proportioned for her age and she had a very nice coat for pattern and texture. Lovely even brown ticking with three bands of colours showing well and with pretty scarab markings on her head. Light bars on her legs and a good length multi-ringed tail which matched well with her body colouring. Sweet little girl who hopefully will mature more for type.

ASIAN SELF OR TORTIE NEUTER, FEMALE
1 PC BOB Witts’ CH LOHR BLACK CHERRY (72e) 1.1.06 FN A very nice mature girl who I am sorry to see has been neutered now. Lovely gentle domed top of head with medium wide-based ears which were well set. Lovely expressive lustrous eyes of an excellent colour with a good short nose with gentle break. Lovely width at the jaw-hinge and a nice short wedge to her head with a nice rounded muzzle and a good chin with level bite. Lovely mature body with very good muscle tone for a female with good straight limbs and dainty paws. Excellent length and texture to her coat which was in lovely condition and showed a nice vibrant tortie pattern throughout. Good length slightly tapering tail and lovely nature.

ORIENTAL TORTOISESHELL NEUTER
Two very nice girl and hard to chose between them
1 PC BOB Miller’s PASHTAN ISHKABIBBLE (37h) 20.1.08 FN An elegant tall standing girl with lovely large well flared ears though she has a slightly flat top of head. Nice oriental eyes of a super bright green with a good straight nose in profile and a balanced wedge of good length. Good chin and muzzle lines with a nice level bite. Graceful neck and long elegant body with good muscle tone for her age and lovely tall standing feminine limbs. Very nice short fine close-lying coat with a very attractive rich coloured chocolate tortie pattern, and a good length tapering tail.
2 Clay’s METEXA MARQUESA (37h) 29.4.08 FN Another very nice girl of equal type and appearance. Lovely large well flared ears with expressive oriental eyes of a green colour. Good straight nose in profile and a nice length to her balanced wedge. Nice muzzle and chin with a good level bite. Nice elegant tubular body with slightly shorter neck than winner but again with nice elegant body and tall standing limbs. A lovely short fine close-lying coat which shows a very nice rich chocolate tortie pattern in chocolate and shades of red. Good length tail which tapered well. Two very nice girls and the result could have gone the other way on another occasion.

ORIENTAL CINNAMON ADULT, MALE
BOB awarded to: Dawe’s CH WESTGARTGH FOOLSGOLD (23.3.08) M

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PERSIAN JUNIOR ADULT (part 1)
1 Bangs’ LAFREBELLA JOY (2a) 16.8.08 F
2 Colin’s TALSHIAR LIMITED-EDITION (11c) 18.7.08 F
3 Peters’ ZAMBAKIE PRESIOUSONE (6) 13.5.08 F

PERSIAN JUNIOR ADULT (part 2)
1 Ambler’s TYTHERTON RALPH LAUREN (12a5) 25.5.08 M
2 Platek’s CH KHANATE ACHILLES (70 12a1t) 15.7.08 M
3 Le Monnier’s GR CH KASHIMA RUMTUMTUGGER (70 1) 7.7.07 M
X 3 Hannington & Hardie’s NABOO TRES CHIC (70 1) 17.6.08 F

BRITISH JUNIOR NEUTER
1 Hill’s PR CATELORO MUNBO JUMBO (16) 18.1.08 MN
2 Hemming’s CH & GR PR HINDERSLYNE BLACK HEMLOCK (15) 17.8.07 MN
X 2 Buck’s CURLU OSCAR (79L 40 7) 11.5.08 MN
3 Maxted’s SARGENTA SILVER ZENO (30s) 5.6.08 MN

BRITISH SENIOR NEUTER
1 Harris’ GR PR ADVISH ESSYLT ALOYSIUS (30s) 8.7.06 MN
2 Creaton & Walker’s CRINKLES JACK FROST (79L 15d) 12.5.07 MN
3 Crook’s MIBAYBESE ZARA (40 4) 30.3.06 FN
X 3 Morriss’ GR PR VINDELIS IN THE SPOTLIGHT (30) 18.8.06 MN

ORIENTAL/SIAMESE NEUTER NOT LIVING IN WILTSHIRE
1 Holder’s GR PR MYLYNN MAGICNOIR (62 36) 9.12.06 MN
2 Baxter’s GR PR SOLARIS CATHY’S CLOWN (37r) 28.7.05 MN
3 Hutchings’ GR PR WILLHAVETODO IMJUSTDIVINE (43e) 4.8.07 FN

Another well run show from the Robinson family. My thanks to Teresa Conneally for stewarding for me, her 1st outing into handling Burmese whom she adored too!

IGR PR HARRIS’ GR PR ADVISH ESSYLT ALOYSIUS (30s) 2YRS 11MTHS Large well built masculine lad of mature type and body conformation. Excellent weight and muscle tone too, supported by short thick legs and large round paws. Good balanced tail with rings. Excellent width between medium ears, set well. Round head, full cheeks, short broad nose, good bite, chin could be deeper for perfection. Short thick neck. Large light green eyes, good outline. Cobby muscular body of substance. His coat is short dense and crisp! Hard in this weather! Good clear spots, a mix of arrow head and rosettes, sell spaced, slight linkage. Thumprints and necklace, spotty tummy. Good contrast against a mid silver ground, not much brindling. Nice looking lad.

RES IGR PR HEMMINGS’ CH& GR PR HINDERSLYNE BLACK HEMLOCK (15) 1YR 10MTHS A solid young lad all in balance for his age and beautifully presented. Very good bone and substance, mature for his age. Round head, good fullness to cheeks, plenty of width across his top of head for his age, neat ears set well. Short nose, good bite, chin slopes back a tad though. Cobby for square body with short well boned legs and a nice fat tail. Round copper eyes, striking balance against his jet black coat that is short, sound to the roots and crisp. He is a little plump around the middle so I hope his head stays in balance as he matures. Also in contention was a Lovely brown spotty but he is rather brindled at present and a Red spotty who is not showing the density of spots required for such a high award at the moment.

2ND RES IGR PR W/H WILDERSPIN’S CH&GR PR JANAMEL MISS SILVERSOX (40/4) 15YRS Sadly showing her age now, not in bad condition really but not quite up to this high award today. She is a cobby cat with quite nice bone, lacks substance but this could be her age. Round head shape, nice width across her top of head, neat ears set quite well though. Her eyes wobbled distinctly, displaying Nystagmus and was one of my reasons for withholding, they are a very pale grey now, nice size and shape though. Short nose, chin is fairly firm. Cheeks could be a tad fuller. Long soft coat, lacking density, probably seasonal but we just on the day. The tone is distinctly blue rather than a pale dove grey with a hint of pink, again one of my reasons for withholding. Tonal shading to her magnolia body colour, rather bluish in tone too. Good contrast against the body coat. Nice mask shape, but the points don’t match.

BLACK SILVER SPOTTED BSH KITTEN FEMALE
1ST (BOB N/A) CREA’S BUSYKITZ BEYONCE 5MTHS 3WKS. Leggy tall and long bodied girl who may take some time to grow into her frame, at present out of balance. Her ears are rather large for her head shape and too wide at the base. Fair width across the top of head which tapers at the muzzle to a point rather than rounded. Her nose is a tad long really and her cheeks need to fill out as yet. Level bite, chin recedes. Slightly tubular in body shape, of quite nice weight but slender legged and her tail is too thin and tapers, nice rings to the end though. Her eyes are too gold in tone and should be hazel or green, there is a very slight hint of green around the pupil at present that’s all today. The coat is long and soft and should be shorter really and have more texture at this age. It lays too flat due to its length I am afraid. The spots are elongated and too linked, the spine line is fairly well broken in places though. Dark grey rather than black pattern, this is due to heavy brindling thus diffusing the contrast required. A kitten who is all out of sorts on the day, sorry to withold, I hope she comes together as she matures and the eye colour becomes correct in time.

1ST & BOB BUDDING’S ALEJANDRO MALACHY MCCOURT (40/2) 3MTHS Promising kitten with it all to come. Cobby, balanced, super apple head shape and breadth of cheeks. Round expressive blue eyes, short nose, watch the nose break, it dosnt want to be any deeper, nose is short with a wee bump in profile too. Super well filled chubby cheeks, level bite and firm chin. Cobby body, close coupled, short thick legs and rounded paws. Both testacles descended. Coat is short, woolly at present but promising, nice density too, its clear of shading and is the correct glacial white. The points are a super palish blue tone that all match, lovely shape to the mask and overall there is excellent contrast from points to body colour. Tail is a tad short with some rings.

1ST BUDDING’S ALEJANDRO FLORENCE (40/3) 4MTHS 2WKS. Well grown baby but not of the quality of type as the boy above. Her head shape is slightly oval, fair width at the top of head which tapers at the muzzle. The nose is long and needs more break in profile. Her eyes are slightly small and rather a pale grey than blue. Her ears are large too. The bite is level and chin slopes back slightly. Fair weight to her body, she is a tad rangy for her age so she may take time to balance. The coat is a tad long and soft, nicely free of shading, cool ivory tomes to the coat that contrasts well against the points. However, they are a little dark and bitter in tone for a choclate in my opinion. Tail is a good shape and balances. The mask is a good shape too. The legs and ears are slightly darker in tone.

1ST & BOB BEARD-SMITH’S MEWSOS JULIE (79l 40 3) 3MTHS 3 WKS. Sweet baby who purred all the time! Good breadth of skull and width at the cheeks. Ears bordering for me on looking too neat and thus too “british” I would prefer them to be more medium in size to fit the head shape as she develops her Selkirk type. The nose is not quite as downward slanting as I feel it should be and her break is fairly pronounced. Level bite, chin is fairly firm. Round eyes set nicely wide apart. Cobby body, actually has a rectangular look about it already in that the legs are also medium in length and not short like we often see at this age in this breed. Super curly whiskers and eyebrows. The coat is fabulous! Unstructured waves all over the body head and legs and paws, its right down to the roots which is very promising. I did consider withholding the BOB today, as discussed with the owner/breeder as we both agree the nose break is a tad too much. Today though as she is so much a baby I allowed but would wonder as to how she is going to develop in future as she may get too typy and British looking…time will tell.

1ST PC & BOBCREATON&WALKERS’ CRINKLES JACK FROST (TICA GCA) (79l 15d) 2yrs 2mths Mature weighty solid lump of a lad who stood on the table with his large paws and super rectangular body and said “I am a big Selkirk” ! Lovely breadth across the cheeks when you smooth the fur back, excellent underlying round bone structure and rounded top of head. Correct ears for shape and set. Short, broad and straight, downward slanting nose. Well padded “whisker pads” when viewed from the side and good rectangular shape from the front. Level bite and chin of good depth. His eyes are large and round and expressive. Super curly whiskers and eyebrows. Full ruff and tail plumes. Fabulous coat! Lovely colour although irrelevant, beautifully prepared with loose curls and waves, very good waves on his legs and paws, I do love the feel of that! All over a quality cat who I see I have judged since a kitten. For bone he puts some brits to shame! Well done to his owners and breeder for such a cracking example.

2nd BUCK’S CURLU OSCAR (79l 40/7) 1yr 1mth. Younger chap of almost equal fabulous size and weight and muscle tone, equally worthy of a PC, he also has very good bone but not quite as much as the winners. Super rectangular shape supported by medium length well boned legs. He has a large round head shape with very good width across the top between medium sell set ears. He is full cheeked but again and its nit picking here, not quite as much as the winners. Short broad straight downward slanting nose, level bite and good chin. His eyes are large but not rounded, more oval shape, I did leave him to relax to see if it made any difference and also tried to get him to open them too, but the shape didn’t alter. Rectangular muzzle shape with well padded whisker pads. His whiskers and eyebrows are a tad straight. Excellent ruff and tail plumes. Lovely semi-longhair coat, not quite as well waved and curled down to the roots as I would like to see. Lovely nature as most selkirks are in my experience and again can give the Brits a run for bone and sheer size.

3rd. NOBLE’S WYREWOOD MR CHRISTIAN (79s 15) 1yr 11mths. I was surprised to see who this was as he isn’t really in show quality at the moment I am afraid. Smallish chap, needs more weight and substance to challenge the big lads of similar age. Quite good rounding to his head shape, large ears though, set well. I would prefer to see a tad more full cheeked, his muzzle is pinched, the bite is level and chin fairly firm. His eyes are a little small and were slightly watery which made him close them more although they didn’t appear inflamed. Quite good body shape, being of rectangular appearance to medium length legs but could be better boned for me. His head is out of balance with his body at present so he is showing his immaturity. His coat was rather straight in places, particularly on his back. There are waves there, more on his underside and legs. The texture is quite harsh too which isn’t really correct for this breed. I just think, now seeing what I have written about him when he was younger, he needs to body up, mature and come out later in the year. I do hope that dosnt disappoint, but we have to judge on the day.

1st BINNS’ PETTICOTE THEGODFATHER (16) 1YR 3WKS What a lovely promising chap! Excellent deep copper eyes hit you as he looks at you with that lovely rounded head and very good British type. Excellent bone and muscle tone too. Superb coat!, short, dense and crisp and sound. Sweet innocent expression too. One to watch.

2nd LARCOMBE’S CWITCH DAKOTA (16) 11MTHS Pretty type lass, nice and cobby in appearance and of good weight. Good short dense coat, a tad silvered and unsound though. Has all the time in the world.

3rd. LE MONNIER’S MARDENKA MILITARY TWOSTEP (16) M 1YR 1MTHPromising well boned type lad of fabulous eye colour, would have been higher if it wasn’t for the seasonal coat changing. I loved his type and conformation, his coat is a little woolly and out of sorts today, hence his placing.

1ST HAZEL’S WYREWOOD CONQUEROR (79s 15) M 1YR 2MTHS This chap has risen from being a stunning kitten to a really quality example of a Selkirk Rex and has given the British a really good run for their money. He too has style and excellent type for his breed. His head is amazing!, incredible full cheeked fitting into a very round head. Excellent ears et and width between. Correct nose, bite and chin. Correct rectangular muzzle with well padded whisker pads when viewed from the side. Curly whiskers and eyebrows. Large round expressive eyes. He has incredible substance and muscle tone and bone for such a new breed. His coat is outstanding, really curly and wavy and plush, of uniform length and the waves go right down to the root. Fabulous tail and curly fur on his large paws. Super nature, very floppy! one feels one could almost throw him up into the air and catch him! I gather he won best British Adult, well done and also to him being made up to the 1st Selkirk Champion, what a fabulous ambassador for this breed. Many congratulations to his owner Breeder.

2nd.NASH’ RONALDO SILVER PEPE (18) M 1YR 3MTHS What a lovely silver tabby male! I loved his type and pattern and body, worthy of a 1st place too but look who he lost out to. Very nice head shape and type, super light green eyes, good size and shape. Correct ears. Good body shape and cobby finish, supported by short thick legs. Super jet black tabby pattern, good clear butterfly and oysters, tramlines too. Clean ground, not much brindling. Good coat length and texture. Correct rings to tail. Promising lad.

EXTRA 2ND EDNEY’S GR CH ROCODANNE MR BEAN (30d) M 1yr 8mths Super big powerful lad of style. Congratulations on his Imperial award today, well deserved. Lovely eye colour to this lad too. Good British type, bone and cobby body shape. Lovely red coat, good spots, just wish they were slightly better defined. Good tail.

3rd. HEMMING’S HINDERSLYNE HECATE (21) F 11MTHS. Promising black tortie, lovely mingling and depth of colours.

1ST BEARD-SMITH’S TOPMARX ARTHUR PENDRAGON (15b) M 2yrs 2mths. How nice to see a good chocolate on the show bench, lovely type and excellent eye colour! Pleasing rich choclate that is actually almost sound!, very feint tabby markings yet to clear but to be expected at this age. Super short dense coat of promising texture. Lovely build, cobby shape and conformation. I liked him very much, many congratulations to his owner and breeder.

2nd. WEST’S WESTWAYS EDWARD (16) M 2YRS 3MTHS Huge chap but rather sore eyes? Spoilt his look. Sadly his coat is unsound and is very silvered. Nice shade of blue though. Fairly round underlying bone to his skull, with plenty of width between marginally large ears. Open face. I would prefer him to be more balanced and his coat to have more density to be correct.

3rd. WILLIAM’S CROWVALLY SILVER RIBBONS (30s) F 2ys 9mths. Out of seasonal condition, all brindled and coat is out of sorts. Sweet face.

AC BURMESE BREEDERS ADULT PART ONE
What a lovely class, a such a huge entry. Thank you!

1st MATTHEWS’ KATCHYN KONTIKI (27) 1YR M 4MTHS What a super chap, I see from my notes that I have judged and liked him some few months ago, he has matured really well and congratulations on his Grand CC today. Mature and masculine he is a firm, medium bodied muscular well-built lad with, shapely slender legs and oval paws. His tail is a super shape ending in a paintbrush tip, balancing his body correctly. Lovely short blunt deep wedge, super rounding to top of head between correct ears for shape and gentle forward and width at base. Short straight nose with a distinctive break in profile, just rounds off slightly at the tip, good bite; the chin is level and is medium in depth. Gorgeous “typical” expressive eyes set well apart, large and lustrous and a yellow chartreuse in colour. Lovely rich chestnut brown sleek coat, short fine and close lying, super glossy healthy sheen to it too, just one or two odd white hairs. I liked him very much! The feint necklace I see I wrote about last time seems to have faded but there were still a couple of very feint smudges to his thighs.

2nd. BONE’S CH SYKRIS EYE CANDY (27c) F 1yr 10mths A lovely well known lady I have judged before some time ago, she is maturing nicely. She is well grown and firm bodied of very deceptive weight with elegant limbs and neat oval paws. Correct shaped tail that balances and ends in a rounded tip. Very good width to gently rounded top of head between just marginally large ears; set well apart and of gentle forward tilt. Lovely deep and wide wedge that ends bluntly, good bite and chin is level but could be a little deeper for balance. Short straight nose with a good break in profile, just rounding off right at the very tip. Loved the expression to her large pale yellow eyes, set nice and wide apart and of good shape. Her coat lays really nicely, really super texture too and mostly even with the colour being warm dove grey, just a fraction blue on her face and there is a faint smudge on her thighs.

EXTRA 2ND BONE’S CH SYKRIS DEJA VEUX (27c) F 2yrs 11mths. Gorgeous girl judged very recently I see from my notes, however I saw a more bluish tinge to her face today than last time? Hall lighting possibly? I do recall the light being considerably better at the last venue I saw this cat. A lady of good size and weight, firm and lovely to hold. Elegant legs and neat oval paws, correct shape to her tail but it’s a tad short for balance. The head forms a lovely short, wide and deep wedge that is balanced. Medium ears of gentle forward tilt are set well apart a very gently rounded brow. In profile the nose is short and straight, just a fraction rounded at the tip, good break and good bite and chin. Beautiful short, fine sleek coat, lovely feel to it and it lays well. The colour I noted today seemed a little bluish on her back and face, otherwise it is a nice dove grey but I didn’t see any pink today I am afraid. I love her expression, very typical of the breed, large lustrous eyes of lovely shape and set, oozes Burmese. I would like to see these 2 in broad daylight, sure it would be fascinating..but its on the day!

3rd. KASAMUN’S CH BIENZOLI SUGAR PLUM (27b) F 3yrs 3mths. Nice firm medium sized lady of excellent weight; Elegant shapely legs with neat oval paws, well shaped tail that balances with rounded tip. Head forms a short wedge that tapers to a slightly pinched muzzle. Her ears are marginally large, set very well apart; the top of head is gently rounded, slight flattening above the eyes, excellent depth and width to the overall wedge. In profile the nose is short with a very good break. Good bite and chin. Super coat, fraction longer down her back, nice even warm seal brown, contrast masking to face and some scurf at the base of her tail. Large strong chartreuse eyes of super shape and expression..

AC BURMESE BREEDERS PART TWO
Again a lovely class of exhibits! I needed more extras in this class than I have been permitted to do!

1ST VIRTUE’S CH HOBBERDY HIGGLEDY PIOGLEDY (27e) F 3yrs 5mths. A very mature queen I see I have judged before and with that attitude and look I adore she just says I am a true Burmese! Super type and conformation. Firm muscular very weighty body with shapely slender legs and neat oval paws. Good tail to balance. Pip at the very end but invisible. Her head forms a super deep and wide short blunt wedge, to nitpick she is marginally flat on the top of her head but its minor. Correct ears, set wide apart and continue the line of the wedge, in profile the nose is short and straight with a distinctive break, good bite and good level chin. Superb coat, glossy and healthy, super texture and is short and fine and lays beautifully. Lovely mingled super warm browns and varying shades of pale reds, a striking picture! Her eyes just really say it all, they are large, very good shape, pale yellow chartreuse in colour and the expression is just gorgeous!

2nd. HILLMAN’S CH TOSCANA EUGENIE ROUGE (27d) F 2yrs 11mths. Another lovely lady indeed, striking coat colour! Lovely weighty firm bodied mature lass with slender shapely legs and neat oval paws. Tail of good shape but it is just a fraction short to balance. Short blunt wedge of very good depth and width at the cheeks. Excellent width between medium ears aside a very gently rounded top of head, correct set. Shortish nose with good break. Good bite, slightly shallow chin. Super coat texture, lays beautifully, is close and fairly short and what a striking colour! Rich tangerine and is nice and even too. Lovely expressive pale yellow eyes of very good shape and width apart.

3rd. MATTHEWS’ CH KATCHYN BLUE HAZE (27g) F 2yrs My goodness what a loud purr! Well grown lady firm bodied if a tad rounded around her middle. Elegant limbs and neat paws with a tail of good shape that balances, just a slight pip at the very tip. Nice short wedge that is both wide at the cheeks and of good depth. Gently rounded top of head between well spaced ears of slight forward tilt and set well apart. Good chin, untidy but level bite. Short straight nose with very good break in profile. Excellent coat length and texture, lays well and is a pleasing mix of varying shades of blue and cream. Lovely Burmese expression to her pale yellow eyes, very good set and size and shape. My best purr of the day!

EXTRA 3RD. CHAPMAN’S GR CH TRIBUNE OATCAKE (27f) F 9yrs 4mths. What fabulous condition for this matron of a Burmese! Still reasonably firm bodied medium sized lady with elegant limbs and neat oval laws. Tail if good shape fractionally short. Short blunt wedge of very good depth and width, just a little squared at the muzzle. Gently rounded brow now flattened with age I guess, excellent width across the top of head between medium forward tilting ears. Short straight nose with good break in profile, untidy and just marginally undershot bite. Good chin. Warm cream coat, a tad uneven but probably seasonal and her age too I guess, lays well and is fairly short and fine. Super eyes of pale chartreuse set wide apart and of good shape, it took me a while to get her to open them as she was mostly asleep! Bless!

4th. VIRTUE’S GR CH HOBBERDY HYACINTH BUCKET (27g) F 7yrs Loved the show, love the name…is her character like Mrs Bucket I ask? She is an excellent size and weight, medium to long bodied a large well grown lady with shapely proportionate legs and oval paws. Good tail balances. Generous ears of good set and width across a very gently rounded top of head. Her head forms a fairly short wedge that is both of excellent depth and width, just a little squared at the muzzle. Fairly short nose that is straight with a good break in profile. Good bite and chin. Super coat! Even and no smudges, lovely mingling of pale blues and creams, lays beautifully! Is short and fine. Typical Burmese pale yellow eyes, set wide apart and have a super expression.

EXTRA 4TH BOWEN’S JANZANCO GO-MAN-GO (27d) M 11mths. Bless him he was just outclassed today by some mature ladies! His time will come I am sure. He is a well grown chap, firm bodied with elegant proportionate limbs and neat oval paws, just a little out of balance at the moment. Well shaped tail balances. His ears are a bit generous at the moment and he tends to hold them slightly lower than the line of the wedge. The top of head is gently rounded and the width between his ears is reasonable for his age. His wedge is fairly short but the tapers off a little fine at the muzzle. I would prefer to see a tad more depth and width to the wedge. Fair break to the fairly short straight nose. Untidy but level bite with fair depth to the chin. Lovely coat texture, just a little longer down his back but lays well. Quite a nice depth of colour to the coat, faint smudge to thighs otherwise even. Yellow eyes, nice size and quite good shape and expression.

1ST WILLIAMS’ UK & IGRPR ZAMPETTO LIMITED EDITION (27) FN 6YRS 3MTHS. Super well known lady I see I have judged on numerous occasions! Gorgeous wicked expression!

2nd MILLER’S ADATEBU BOBTHEBLOB (27) MN 1YR. Superb temperament I could have cuddled him all day! Promising lad!

EXTRA 2ND BROOK’S CH JANAGAR JANAMEL JESSICA (27c) FN 5yrs 4mths. A lovely lady!

EXTRA EXTRA 2ND HUTCHING’S GR PR SUNBRAID FERNANDO (27) MN 8YRS 11MTHS A gentle giant.

3rd. CHAPMAN’S GR PR BRAESIDE TRIBUNE BEAUSOIR (27a) MN 5yrs 4mths. Another gentle giant, very close.

EXTRA 3RD. BEWLEY’S JANAMEL RAHMITI (27) MN 1YR Young lad needs time to mature.

Many thanks to my steward Saffi Rabey an excellent steward and great company I look forward to the next time. Also my thanks to Jackie and Elaine for the invitation to judge and to the Wiltshire and District Cat Club for their hospitality.

1 GPC WILKINSON’S PR TONKAHOLICS SIDROPHEL 74 MN 6.7.07
Nearly two year old Brown Tonkinese boy of excellent size and weight with good muscle tone and in perfect show condition. Gently rounded top of head of good width between ears, moderately proportioned wedge with a rounded muzzle and definite whisker pinch. Profile shows slight nose break then nose straight to tip. Level bite and fair depth chin. Slightly larger ears than I would prefer but slightly taller than wide, broad at base with oval tips and pricked forward and set well apart. Large full almond shaped eyes, set well apart greeny-blue in colour. Longish body of good weight and muscle tone, well balanced with rounded chest, slender legs and neat oval paws. Medium length tapering tail. Excellent coat short, close lying, fine, soft and silky with a good sheen overall. Deep seal brown points to ears, mask, legs, feet and tail merging with warm brown body colour. Lovely temperament.
RGPC COAK’S GR PR ADMILSH ZABARI 76 30 MN 14.10.00
Brown Spotted Bengal of nearly nine years of age. Very large body, long, well balanced with muscular proportionate length, well boned legs and large, rounded paws. Longish tail but thick and even, carried low and with a rounded tip. Short to medium length coat, fairly dense, soft and luxurious. Golden rufus ground colour with slight grey overtones slightly masking pattern on flanks but large deep brown and black spotting, showing a bulls eye pattern on flanks, slight linkage back from right shoulder, broken lines and spots on legs, spots on tummy and rings on tail. Black and brown facial markings and chin strap. Some glitter over shoulders. Broad, medium wedge with rounded contours, high cheek bones and head correctly small in proportion to the body. In profile slight curve from forehead to bridge of nose, slight concave curve to nose then slightly long, straight line to tip spoilt by very slight bump. Large, broad nose with puffed nose leather. Full muzzle, level bite but slightly shallow chin. Pronounced whisker pads. Generous sized ears, wide at base and rounded at tips. Full, almond shaped, pale green eyes, large and correctly slanted towards the base of the ear. Super temperament and shown in lovely condition.

1 GPC BROOKS’S GR PR JANAMEL SAMPAGITA 77 FN 18.7.00
Nearly nine year old Singapura lady in lovely condition. Rounded skull with fairly rounded width at outer eye, I would prefer her slightly fuller at cheeks but narrowing to definite whisker break. Medium, fairly short, broad muzzle with blunt nose. Profile shows rounded skull and very slight stop just below the eye line, then nose a trifle long but straight to tip. Level bite but slightly shallow chin. Large ears, wide at base, deep cupped but held slightly upright today. Large eyes with dark outline, held wide open, green in colour. Medium size and length to body, deceptively weighty, well balanced and with a good firm feel to her. Slim legs muscled at body and tapering to dainty oval paws. Good tail measures just short of shoulder, slender and with a blunt dark tip. Coat fairly short, fine and close lying with a silky texture. Base colour to coat of ivory with soft warm effect and with good sepia brown ticking, showing two bands of colour separated by light, dark at tips and light at roots. Colour more intense down spine. Muzzle, chest, stomach and inner legs of unticked ivory. Faint barring on inner front legs and back knees only. Nose leather mid-dark salmon with dark outline. Cheetah lines from inner corner of eye towards just behind whisker pads. Brown spurs on lower back hind legs. Excellent temperament.
RGPC RICHARDS’S IGR CH & GR PR TONKAHOLICS ISTAR 74e FN 22.10.99
Lovely mature eight plus year old lady shown in splendid condition. Good head with gently rounded top of good width between ears, moderately proportioned wedge with a rounded muzzle and definite whisker pinch. Profile shows slight nose break then nose straight to tip. Level bite and medium depth chin. Medium ears, slightly taller than wide, broad at base, oval tips and pricked forward and set well apart. Large full almond shaped eyes, set well apart and of pale greeny-blue colour. Longish body of very good weight a trifle over rounded at the tummy but still maintaining good muscle tone, well balanced with rounded chest, slender legs and neat oval paws. Medium length tapering tail. Short, close lying coat, fine, soft and silky with a good sheen to it. Brown Tortie Tonkinese of warm toned brown well broken with shades of red with slightly deeper tone to points. Nice natured.

BOB YOUNG’S CH HARLEME BERTRAND 15 M 21.2.08
Sixteen month old, large and well grown young male. Head has full cheeks to a round face when viewed from the front with good breadth to skull and broad, rounded top of head with good width between ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, slightly oversized but rounded at tips. Handsome full jowls. In profile rounded brow and fairly short, straight, broad nose. Level bite and fair depth chin. Large, round, golden coloured eyes well open and set wide apart. Very good muscle tone to slightly long rather than cobby body with a level back, low on legs and with a full, broad, deep chest. Stocky, well boned legs and large, rounded paws. Very good tail medium in length, thicker at base and rounded at the tip. Coat a trifle long but with good density, just on the soft side of crisp in texture. Glossy black coat which greys minimally at roots. Shy but gentle nature.

1 CC Withheld BOWMAN’S BLUEPAWZ WILL SCARLETT 15c M 1.11.07
Twenty month old British Lilac boy of good size and reasonable weight with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks and full jowls to a round face with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between the ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, medium in size and rounded at tips. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Undershot bite (confirmed by Duty Vet), fair depth chin. Large and well open amber coloured eyes well set wide apart. Long and rangy looking rather than cobby body (maybe he has been busy working) but with a level back and rounded chest. Proportionate to his body, strong, well boned legs and firm, rounded paws. Longish, thick tail rounded at tip. Coat a bit long, lacks density at present and is slightly coarse and greasy in texture with evidence of stud tail. Darkish lilac in colour also spoilt by yellow staining at base of spine and top of tail. Rings on tail and necklace. Nice natured fellow.

1 CC CHADWICK’S ABELLACHARDAN MIOEMILIO 16 M 17.7.02
Just eleven month old British Blue boy who is developing well. Good overall balance and of good size and weight with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks to a round face with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, medium in size and rounded at tips. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite but slightly shallow chin. Good size to well open, golden coloured eyes set wide apart, perhaps I would prefer them a fraction larger for perfection. Short, strong neck to cobby body with a short level back, low on legs and with a strong, rounded chest. Fairly short, well boned legs and largish, rounded paws. Good tail, medium in length, thicker at base and rounded at tip. Fairly short coat with good density and fairly crisp texture. Medium blue in colour, nice and even, pales minimally to roots, faint rings on tail. Nice natured boy who looks like he is going to grow into a strapping lad.
2 WEST’S WESTWAYS EDWARD 16 M 15.3.07
Good size and weight with good muscle tone to this two plus year old British Blue boy. Full cheeks and jowls to a round face with a broad skull and rounded top of head with good width between the ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head but generous sized for his face, rounded at tips. Rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite but shallow chin. Golden colour to large and well open eyes set wide apart. Short neck to just slightly long rather than cobby body but with a level back, low on legs and with a full, deep chest. Short, fairly well boned legs and firm, rounded paws. Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip. Showing a seasonal coat, fairly short but needs more density along the spine particularly, fairly crisp texture. Nice even medium blue in colour. Nice natured.
3 LE MONNIER’S MARDENKA MILITARY TWOSTEP 16 M 3.6.08
Just thirteen month old British Blue boy with good overall balance and of good size and weight with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks to a round face on the lower line, good breadth to skull but appears slightly flat across the top of head but with good width between neat ears set far apart but tilted slightly too far forwards s not quite following the outer contours of the head, small in size and rounded at tips. Good in profile with rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite and good depth chin. Large and well open orange coloured eyes set wide apart. Compact body with a short level back, low on legs and with a full, broad, chest. Short, strong, well boned legs and largish, rounded paws. Medium length tail, thicker at base, tapering slightly to tip. Coat is a trifle long but with fairly good density just on the soft side of crisp in texture. Still showing long guard hairs from his kitten coat down his spine. Paleish blue in colour paling over shoulders, colour fades slightly to roots. Shy but gentle boy, very friendly once we had coaxed him out of his pen.

1 CC & BOB LARCOMBE’S CWTCH DAKOTA 16 F 31.7.08
Smart appearance and good overall balance to this British Blue young lady of just eleven months of age. Good size and weight with good muscle tone. Pleasing head has full cheeks to a round face with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, medium in size and rounded at tips. Profile shows rounded brow and short, straight, broad nose. Level bite and firm, deep chin. Large and well open eyes set wide apart, deep golden in colour. Short neck, compact body with a short level back, low on legs and with a nicely rounded chest. Short, well boned legs and firm, rounded paws. Good tail medium in length thicker at base and rounded at tip. Short, fairly dense coat with a crisp texture. Medium blue In colour which pales minimally to roots and has a silvery sheen over rounded areas. Lovely temperament but what a wriggler.
2 CHADWICK’S ABELLACHARDAN MIASOFIA 16 F 17.2.08
Attractive eleven month old British Blue girl of good size and weight with good muscle tone. Head has full cheeks to a round face when viewed from the front with good breadth to skull and rounded top of head with good width between the ears set far apart so following the outer contours of the head, medium in size and rounded at tips. In profile rounded brow and straight, broad nose which was just a trifle long. Level bite and fair depth chin. Deep golden colour to large and well open eyes set wide apart. Compact body with a short level back and good breadth, rounded chest. Short, fairly well boned legs and firm, rounded paws. Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip. Coat is fairly short with some density and with a fairly crisp texture. Even medium blue in colour which pales minimally to roots. Sweet natured.

1 CC Withheld BINNS’S PETTICOTE HITMAN 17 M 17.9.08
Well grown and of good size and weight, just nine month old British Cream boy with good muscle tone. Round face when viewed from the front with good breadth to skull, full cheeks and rounded top of head with good width between the ears set far apart but tilted too far forwards so not quite following the outer contours of the head, medium in size and rounded at tips. In profile rounded brow, fair nose break, nose a bit long but straight and broad. Showing a pinch at jaw hinge. Level bite and fair depth chin. Golden coloured eyes are set wide apart but were a bit small for my liking and were the wrong shape. The bottom line had a full shape but the top line was angled down towards the nose with a straight line across the top. He also had very dilated pupils so maybe he was a bit stressed but he handled well and seemed to enjoy the attention. Thick neck to slightly long rather than cobby body but with a level back and with a broad chest. Well boned, slightly long legs and largish, rounded paws. Medium length tail, thicker at base and rounded at tip. Coat a trifle long but with some density, just the soft side of crisp in texture. Fairly plae cream in colour showing faint tabby markings and rings on tail.

1 CC & BOB ROBINSON’S CH KARESAMA SILVER SEAIMP 72 43bsq F 1.11.07
Elegant twenty month old girl of good size and weight to medium length body with a good firm feel to her. Gently rounded chest and straight back. Elegant, proportionate legs and neat oval paws. Good length and shape to slightly tapering tail to balance body and with a rounded tip with a paint brush finish to the fur. Coat a trifle long but close lying and of very good texture. Chocolate Silver Shaded Asian with burmese colour restriction of light chocolate surface colour shading to silvery base colour. Colour more intense down spine and shoed some ticking rather than shading effect. Fairly short, blunt wedge, wide at cheek bones and with a rounded muzzle. Good width to slightly rounded top of head between well set and shaped, medium to larger sized ears. In profile gently rounded brow, good nose break and fairly short, straight nose. Level bite and fair depth chin. Green eyes, large and lustrous and set well apart. Nice natured girl who had plenty to say for herself.

1 & BOB BANDY’S TROIKA IVAN TSAREVICH 16a M 2.3.09
A really lovely four month old Russian Blue male kitten who sold himself. Head shows short wedge from the tip of the nose to eyes and equidistant from the eyes to ears. Flat appearance to top of head between the ears. Prominent whisker pads making a broad muzzle. Blue nose leather. Profile shows straight forehead to upper eye level, very shallow concave curve then nose straight to tip. Level bite and fair depth chin. Excellent ears, large, pointed, wide at base and vertically set with the outer line following the outer contours of the face. Eyes set wide apart, almond in shape giving a gentle expression and vivid green in colour. Excellent size and weight to elegant, long, well muscled body of medium bone and good weight. Long proportionate legs to balance body and small oval paws with blue pads. Moderately long, gently tapering tail to balance body. Plushy double coat is still developing but he has a fairly dense undercoat. Fine and soft in texture, short and upstanding along his sides, a bit close lying along his spine and still showing a few longer guard hairs from his kitten coat. Medium blue in colour which fades very slightly to roots but with a distinct silvery sheen over rounded areas. Rings on tail. Very promising kitten with a lovely temperament and purr to match.

Three super kittens.
1 & BOB HAMILTON’S ADNIOSH THEPHAT GOBLIN 84 31d M 13.10.08
Excellent size and weight to this nearly nine month old boy, well balanced and showing himself off to advantage. When viewed from the front he has rounded contours to a modified wedge with good prominent cheek bones and good whisker break with prominent whisker pads. Strong rounded muzzle, level bite and fair depth, rounded chin. In profile rounded top of head leading to flat brow in front of the ears, slight stop at bridge of nose then straight to tip. Large, wide at base ears, set well apart and at slight angle to head, rounded at tips. Lemon shape to large, wide set eyes correctly slanted towards outer edges of ears. Medium length to body with excellent muscle tone, rounded, broad chest and medium length, proportionate, shapely legs with good thick, oval paws. Long, slender, tapering tail to balance body. Fine down over body as if he had had a number one cut at the barbers, slightly more over nose, back of the ears, on his paws and down the top of his tail. No whiskers and eyebrows. Super temperament.
2 HOBSON-KELLY’S NOBILERO ARCHIE BUCHAILMAH 84 20 M 9.3.09
Baby of the class but of good size and weight for his three months of age. Head has rounded contours to a modified wedge with good prominent cheek bones and fairly good whisker break with prominent whisker pads. Good rounded muzzle, level bite but slightly shallow chin. In profile rounded top of head but continuing the rounding to brow rather than flat plane in front of the ears then line straight to tip without a hint of a stop. He was noticeably teething and this may well have been distorting his face shape. Although large ears are required these were slightly over sized for his face at present but no doubt he will grow into them but they are wide at base, set well apart and at slight angle to head and rounded at tips. Lemon shape to large, yellow eyes wide set and correctly slanted towards outer edges of ears. Lovely body medium in length with good muscle tone, rounded chest and medium length, proportionate legs with thick, oval paws. Tail slightly fine at present but tapers to tip and is of good length to balance body. Very fine down over body, tail and feet and very slightly more down over nose and back of the ears. Very short whiskers and no eyebrows. Nicely balanced young kitten but still developing and so sweet natured.

1 HAMILTON’S TALLTREES AMADAHY 84 31t F 14.10.08
Almost nine month old girl elegant but deceptively weighty and with a good firm feel to her. Frontal view shows rounded contours to a modified wedge, slightly longer than wide with good prominent cheek bones and good whisker break with reasonably prominent whisker pads but I would prefer a slightly stronger muzzle. Level bite but slightly shallow chin. In profile rounded top of head leading to flat brow in front of the ears, very slight stop at bridge of nose then nose straight to tip. Very large, wide at base ears, set well apart and at slight angle to head, rounded at tips. Lemon shape to large, green, wide set eyes correctly slanted towards the outer edges of ears. Medium length body with a good breadth rounded chest and well balanced with medium length, proportionate, slender legs with dainty oval paws with a cushion effect. Long but slightly fine tapering tail which balances body. Fine down over body with slightly more over nose, back of the ears, on her feet and down the top of the tail. No whiskers and eyebrows. Lovely temperament.

1 IC & BOB TAYLOR’S ASWANI MIRANNA KEYS 80L 31gt FN 20.8.07
Attractive nearly two year old Longhair LaPerm lady. Slightly rounded, gentle contours to modified wedge. Fairly full, rounded whisker pads. Gentle curve over top and back of head. Good in profile with flat plane to forehead, slight curve between eyes, gentle break then broad, straight nose to tip. Slightly broad muzzle, level bite and moderate whisker break but slightly shallow chin. Medium to large ears, slightly flared and cupped, well set to follow contours of the wedge. Nicely furnished, no tufts at tips and slight ear muffs. Medium large, almond shaped, yellow eyes set moderately far apart and slightly slanted. Very good size and weight to medium well muscled body with medium, fine boning. Medium length, proportionate legs and rounded feet. Good tail to balance body, thicker at base and tapering to tip and with a good plume overall. Slight wave to coat on body perhaps seasonally a trifle sparse and could be a bit longer but of excellent springy texture, more wave around neck. Sweet natured and beautifully presented.

1 THOMPSON’S DULCAMARA CALLISTOS 27b M 20.2.09
Well grown four month old boy of very good size and weight with good muscle tone. Medium length and build to body with proportionate length shapely legs and largish oval paws. Well shaped tail of good length to balance body. Coat fairly short and close lying and of very good texture. Pale to medium chocolate which I would prefer warmer toned. Darker contrast masking to face and ears. Fairly good width to gently rounded top of head between fairly well set ears of good shape and medium in size. In profile slight rounding to brow, fair nose break, nose a bit long but straight. Level bite and good depth chin. Showing a teething pinch at present. Eyes are set well apart but are tending to oval in shape and I would prefer then larger but I made allowance as he was teething. Eyes are yellow in colour but with an inner green ring. Lovely temperament.

1 & BOB DEW’S DEWRIDGE CLEOPATRA STAR 27b F 20.2.09
Well grown four month old young girl of very good size and weight with a good firm feel to her. Medium length and build to body with proportionate length shapely legs and largish oval paws. Well shaped tail of good length to balance body. Coat fairly short and close lying and of very good texture. Pale to medium chocolate which I would prefer slightly warmer toned. Darker contrast masking to face and ears. Fairly good width to gently rounded top of head between fairly well set ears of good shape and medium to slightly larger in size. In profile slight rounding to brow, fairly good nose break, nose a bit long but straight. Level bite and good depth chin. Showing a teething pinch at present. Excellent size and shape to yellow eyes well set and giving a nice expression. Lovely temperament.
2 TAMLIN’S PURFIDELIS TAMARA TOFF 27b F 13.12.08
Excellent size and weight to this six month old girl with a well rounded tummy but still maintaining a good firm feel to her. Medium length to body with proportionate shapely legs and neat oval paws. Good length and shape to tail to balance body. Coat fairly short and close lying and of good texture. Pale to medium, warm toned chocolate with darker contrast masking to face and ears. Good width to gently rounded top of head between largish ears held slightly upright today. In profile gentle rounding to brow, fair nose break, nose a trifle long but straight. Level bite and fair depth chin. Yellow eyes are set well apart and of good size but are tending to round in shape so spoiling a typical burmese expression. Nice natured.

MANY THANKS TO ELAINE, JACKIE AND COMMITTEE FOR THE INVITE & MY STEWARD SUE AMOR FOR HER COMPANY AND EXCELLENT HANDLING OF THE CATS.

GR CH AWARDED TO SMYTH’S CH NATHIFA DIAMOND GEEZER 61DT M 16.05.07.good length. Large well set ears with very good width between them. Straight profile firm chin level bite. Oriental shaped eyes of very good shape colour and expression. Long elegant neck carried on a firm well muscled body. Coat of very good colour and texture I would prefer the coat to be longer but it is developing length and is of a good colour. Elegant legs and feet. Tail of good length to balance. Bright red points with tabby markings evident. A super lad in tip top condition well presented and lovely temperament . A Siamese with fringes.

RES GR CH MORT-WILLIAMS IMPERIAL GR CH CHAIROSS DEMETRIUS 24B M 22.04.03.
Handsome chocolate pointed male looking good today. Strong even wedge. Ears of good size and set with good width between them. Straight profile firm chin level bite. Oriental eyes of good colour shape and expression. Elegant neck carried on a firm well muscled body. Elegant legs and feet. Ivory coat of good length and texture. Points of a good chocolate colour. Tail of good length to balance. Very good temperament condition and presentation.

GR CH AWARDED TO COOK’S CH JOHPAS SABINA PURDITA 32C F 09.05.08.
A lovely cream pointed female of excellent type. Strong even wedge of good proportions. Large well set ears of very good set with very good width between them. Straight profile firm chin with level bite. Oriental eyes expressive of good shape and colour. Graceful neck carried on a firm muscular body. Elegant legs and feet. Short close coat of good colour length and texture. Points of a soft powdery cream tone. Tail of good length to balance. Very good temperament condition and presentation. A beautiful girl who will go far.

Another beauty I needed two certificates. Seal tortie pointed female of very good type. Strong head. Ears of good size and set with very good width between them. Straight profile firm chin with level bite. Oriental shaped eyes of a good blue colour. Graceful long neck carried on a firm well muscled body. Elegant legs and feet.. Short close coat of good colour length and texture with plenty of red to see. Dense warm seal brown points. Tail of good length to balance. Very good temperament condition and presentation.

BOB LORENZO’S GR CH ARCHENZO MILLY MOLLY 74ET F 02.04.07.

1CC LORENZO’S ARCHENZO SPECLES 74E F 02.04.07.
Brown tortie female little sister of the best of breed winner . Very good type. Head of good proportions. Ears of good size and set wide at the base with rounded tips. Very good top of head. Profile has a dip chin firm bite level good muzzle pinch. Eyes expressive of a good expression of a greeny blue colouring. Elegant neck carried on a firm well muscled body. Elegant legs and feet. Short close coat of good length and texture of a good warm brown colouring with clear mingling of red throughout. Tail of good length. Very good temperament condition and presentation.

2ND CASE’S AMORCATZ LARA CROFT 74A F 22.02.07.
Blue tonkinese female of good type. Good head ears of good size and set with good top of head profile has a slight break chin firm whisker pinch and level bite. Expressive eyes of a clear bluey green colouring. Blue coat of good length and texture condition very good temperament and well presented.

3RD RICHARD’S TONKAHOLICS KIKI DEE 74 F 14.05.08. Brown tonkinese female of good type. Good head ears of good size and set with good top of head profile has a slight break chin firm whisker pinch and level bite. Expressive eyes of a clear bluey green colouring. Brown coat of good length and texture with gradual shading. Tail of good length to balance. In very good condition very good temperament and well presented.

OCICAT ADULT FEMALE
BOB CAUNTERS GR CH THICKTHORN LOTUS BLOSSOM 73B F 03.11.06.
Beautiful chocolate ocicat female.

1CC WH JONES’S TILDEN TROUBLENSPICE 24K F 22.08.06.
CINNAMON POINTED SIAMESE FEMALE OPEN
Cinnamon pointed adult female of good type but small for nearly three years old. Not in show condition .Ears of good size and set with good top of head. Almost straight profile firm chin level bite. Oriental eyes of a good blue colouring. Graceful neck carried on a lightweight body. Elegant legs and feet. Coat open but of a good colour. Points of a good cinnamon colour. Tail of a good length .

ORIENTAL LILAC KITTEN MALE OPEN
1ST BOB ROPER’S POLLYBEE SILK EMPEROR 29C MN 06.10.08.
Lilac male oriental kitten of good type. Head of good length. Ears of good size and set with good width between them. Almost straight profile. Chin firm bite level. Oriental eyes of a good clear green colour. Elegant neck carried on a firm well muscled body. Short close coat of a good texture of a medium lilac and almost sound to the roots. Tail of good length to balance. Very good temperament condition and presentation

As always this show was superbly organized, and very well attended - many, many thanks to Jackie and Elaine for my invite. Catherine Moulton was kind enough to travel to the show especially to be my steward - thank you Catherine for handling all the cats beautifully and looking after me so well. We always have a lovely day together, and I am looking forward to the next time.

OPEN CLASSES
AC ORIENTAL IMPERIAL GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
IGR CH w/h, 1 VIGGERS'S GR CH SANDTUM SUGAR N SPICE. (37k) 17.3.05. Cinnamon. A mature looking queen of good overall type and balance. Mid length slightly pinched wedge head, her ears well set and of good size although I would prefer a touch more width and flare. Good profile, firm chin, level bite. Bright green eyes, very slightly paler outer rim, well set and a good shape when relaxed. Well toned mid length body, elegant legs, tail tapered and of good length to balance. Lovely texture and sheen to her coat of warm cinnamon brown, a little paler at the roots and showing just a few ghost tabby markings on her sides. A sweet girl beautifully presented - sorry to withhold but she did not quite have that little extra I look for in an Imperial.

HAVANA NEUTER MALE
PC & BOB, FRANKLIN'S ADATEAM MINXESPABLOPICASSO. 6.7.08. Well grown, of good overall type, and in superb condition, but he was so shy and wriggly it was a job to get him to relax in order to judge him properly - all credit to Catherine who managed to sooth his nerves. Strong broad wedge head with large well set ears. Straight profile, firm chin, level bite. Mid green eyes, well set, held a touch wide. Long, very firm and muscular body with long strong legs and a good length tapered tail. Warm chestnut brown coat sound to the roots and of excellent texture, very glossy, short and close fitting. Beautifully presented - I learnt from his owner afterwards that he is quite new to the game so hopefully he will settle better next time.

ORIENTAL BLUE NEUTER MALE
PC & BOB, CECI'S PR TOLEMAC TIGHTSQUEEZE. 25.2.04. Handsome, elegant lad, well balanced and of very stylish type. Long strong wedge head with width to balance the length. Ears large, wide at the base and well set. Good profile, his chin goes back a touch, the bite slightly over but acceptable. Mid green eyes, very good oriental shape and set. Long well muscled body, long elegant legs, long tapered tail. Mid blue coat, slightly long in places, but close lying and of good texture, very nearly sound, a little paler at the base of his ears - has he been sunbathing?? Presentation and temperament both excellent.
2 HOLT'S ADATESH DOTNDASH. 18.8.08. Youngster of good type to whom I would have happily awarded a certificate - he was just unlucky to meet the more mature winner on the day. Mid length wedge head, his ears well set, just need a touch more width and flare. Almost straight profile, deep firm chin, level bite. Mid green eyes of good oriental shape and set, held slightly wide out of his pen. Long body, firm and muscular, well developed for his age. Long strong legs, tail well tapered - needs a little more length for perfect balance. Excellent length and texture to his slightly dark blue coat, just a little unsound in places on his sides. Lovely temperament, his presentation excellent.

ORIENTAL LONGHAIR NEUTER MALE
PC & BOB, HOLDER'S MYLYNN MAGNIFIQUE. (62 18) 5.9.08. Black Silver Tabby. Wonderful boy - superb type, size and strength. Lovely strength and balance to his head - perfectly even lines - perfect width to length ratio. Large ears, wide at the base, beautifully set and flared, with wisps and fronds inside, and at the base. Strong profile, deep firm chin, level bite. Eyes oriental in shape and set, excellent depth and intensity of colour - the expression says it all! Long muscular body, beautifully grown and developed for his age of just 10 months. Long strong legs, large paws with tufts. Tail a good length and well plumed. Coat beautifully silky in texture, of good length and lying correctly along his body. Black tabby markings well defined on his face and legs, with some tail rings evident in the plume. The pattern on his body slightly diffused by the length of hair but quite good overall against a clear silver ground - lovely spotty tummy. Beautifully presented and very self assured - later Best Oriental - congratulations.
Also considered for BOB, HOLDER'S GR PR MYLYNN MAGICNOIR. (62 36) 9.12.06. Black Smoke. Well, how does anything ever get done in the Holder household with these two ruling the roost! Another superb example of the Oriental Longhair breed standard. Again lovely strength of head, slightly shorter than his half brother but perfectly even. Large ears set perfectly in line with wisps and fronds. Strong profile, deep firm chin, level bite. Good oriental shape and set to his clear green eyes - held just a touch wide at times but with wonderful expression. Beautifully developed and masculine with a long well nourished body, firm and muscular with long strong legs. Well plumed tail - perhaps needs an extra 1". Excellent silky texture to his coat of good length and correct flow - very even smoke effect with jet black top and near white undercoat. Beautifully presented - I understand he was made up to Imperial - what a day!

LILAC POINT SIAMESE KITTEN MALE
1 & BOB, SIBLEY'S ATARIQ FIORI. MN 25.1.09. Fine boned, elegant kitten of very good overall type and balance. Strong wedge head with large ears, wide at the base and well set. Small bump on his nose but otherwise the profile very good. Firm chin, level bite. Dark vivid blue eyes of very good oriental shape and set. Long well muscled body with long elegant legs and a long whip tail. Points well matched soft mid toned lilac. Un-shaded coat, slightly long but of good texture and close lying. Sweet boy, happily enjoying his day - excellent presentation.
2 MCLEAN'S FETZER SPRINGCHARMER. 20.2.09. Beautifully grown and developed for his age, also of very good overall type and balance. Strong wedge head with large ears, wide at the base and well set. Straight profile, good chin and bite. Slightly full clear blue eyes which require more depth and intensity. Long strong body and legs - excellent firm muscle tone. Long tail. Points dark, and rather cold looking, especially on ears and nose. Coat of excellent texture and un-shaded. The combination of eye and points colour put him 2nd today. Presentation and temperament both excellent

TABBY POINT KITTEN FEMALE
BOB w/h, 1 VIGGERS'S JOMESE JELLICLE MOON. (32/5) 30.11.08. A kitten of good type but at the moment she is very small for her age. Short even wedge head with large wide based and well set ears. Straight profile, chin juts forward slightly and the bite is marginally under. Good shape and set to bright mid blue eyes held a touch full and requiring more depth and intensity to the colour. Body needing to lengthen out but well covered and firm to the feel. Fine legs and tail. Points of pleasing bright red/gold with delicate tabby markings coming through. Slightly long un-shaded coat of good texture. The combination of size, bite and eye colour lost her the BOB award today. Excellent presentation - very shy.

RED POINT SIAMESE KITTEN MALE
1st w/h, 2 BUTTON'S ALFACENTORY MATARIKI. 4.12.08. A very friendly boy of average type. Short pinched head, more rounded than wedge shaped, requiring more strength. Ears need more width and flare. Straight profile, chin rounds, bite level. Mid blue eyes held full, bright in tone but require more depth and intensity to the colour. Long rangy body, needs to muscle up, long legs and tail. Points well developed, a lovely rich, bright red. His coat rather long and open showing a little light shading along his spine line.

RED POINT SIAMESE KITTEN FEMALE
1 & BOB, DAVIS'S JOHPAS RUBY TALLULAH. 12.2.09. Well grown attractive baby - stylish and of very good overall type. Short strong wedge head with large ears, wide at the base, very well set and flared. Tiny nose bump but otherwise a very good profile, firm chin, level bite. Dark blue eyes, excellent for shape but rather small, deep and straight set at the moment. Good length firm and well muscled body, long slim legs, long whip tail. Pale red/gold points. Un-shaded coat, close lying and of good texture. Presentation and temperament both excellent.
2 BUTTON'S ALFACENTORY PUTARA. 4.12.08. Dainty girl, rather small for 7 months of age. Short wedge head with large well set ears. Tiny pinch to muzzle, straight profile, chin rounds, her bite level. Mid blue eyes of good oriental shape and set, held a touch full and require more depth and intensity to the colour. Long firm body, slim legs, whip tail. Bright red points, well developed. Coat of good texture, virtually clear. Presentation and temperament both excellent.

MISCELLANEOUS CLASSES
AC SIAMESE/BALINESE BREEDERS ADULT
1 MORT-WILLIAMS'S IGR CH CHAIROSS DEMETRIUS. (24b) M 22.4.03. Chocolate Point Siamese. This lad looked superb today - there was absolutely no sign of the stud tail which is so difficult to eradicate, and has caused him problems in the past. Strong wedge head, hint of a pinch, good strong profile, firm chin, level bite. Large well set ears with good width between them. Gently expressive oriental eyes of good colour. Long muscular body, long strong legs, whip trail. Warm mid chocolate points well matched on his ears, mask and tail. Un-shaded warm ivory coat, short and close lying - the contrast excellent. Lovely temperament - beautifully presented.
2 POUNDS'S CH JOMESE JENNY MANYDOTS. (32b1) F 3.8.07. Seal Tortie Point Siamese. Stylish, well balanced queen. Strong even wedge head with large wide based, well flared ears. Good profile, chin and bite. Good oriental shape and set to eyes - could be a touch more intense in colour. Long body and legs. Fine whip tail. Dark warm seal tortie points all well mingled with bright shades of red. Coat short and of very good texture. A little light tortie shading only - contrast excellent. Presentation and temperament both excellent.
3 DAWE'S GR CH BARBECCO STAY WITH ME. (32/5) M 18.9.06. Red Tabby Point Siamese. Handsome lad, very stylish and elegant but, personally, I would like a little more masculinity. Strong wedge head with large wide based and well flared ears. Small dip to profile, firm chin level bite. Very good oriental shape to his eyes, just a touch deep and straight set - colour good. Long well muscled body with long slender legs and fine whip tail. Bright red tabby markings overall well defined. Lightly shaded close lying coat. Delightful temperament - excellent presentation.
Extra 3 MORGAN'S GR CH ASTRALBLAESE ANDROMEDA. (24n) F 21.11.04. Caramel Point Siamese. Rather small but very together and balanced. Very even wedge head with large well set ears. Good profile, chin and bite. Slightly full eyes, very good colour and expression. Long elegant body and legs - whip tail to balance. Lilac based caramel points with correct brownish overtones. Clear off white short, close coat. Lovely temperament - excellent presentation.

AC SIAMESE/BALINESE NON BREEDERS ADULT
1 REED'S AMYDAY SUNSPANGLED. (32fn) M 18.7.08. Apricot Point Siamese. Extremely handsome youngster, very stylish and very elegant. Superb strong well balanced wedge head, his ears very large, beautifully set and flared. Wonderful strong profile, deep firm chin, delightful little beard, level bite. Dark sparkling blue oriental eyes - wonderful expression. Long well muscled body and neckline. Stands beautifully on long slender legs. Long fine whip tail - tiny excrescence at the tip. Apricot points, hot in tone - his coat short and close with a warm glow over his back.. Delightful temperament - beautifully presented - later Best Siamese - congratulations.
2 COOK'S CH JOHPAS SABINA PURDITA. (32c) F 9.5.08. Cream Point Siamese. A very beautiful girl of strength and style. Strong balanced wedge head with large ears, wide at the base and beautifully set. Near straight profile, firm chin, level bite. Oriental eyes, mid blue, need a touch more intensity of colour. Long strong body, very firm and well toned. Long elegant legs, whip tail in balance. Soft cool cream points. Coat of excellent texture, short and close fitting. Super girl, beautifully presented.
3 SMYTH'S CH NATHIFA DIAMOND GEEZER. (61dt) M 16.5.07. Red Tabby Point Balinese.

AV DEBUTANTE ADULT
1 REED'S AMYDAY SUNSPANGLED. (32fn) M 18.7.08. Apricot Point Siamese.
2 WILLIS'S LEBRETON FINLAY. (48 40b) M 28.2.08. Chocolate Pointed & White Oriental Bicolour. Very well developed and masculine looking lad. Long strong wedge head with large wide based and well flared ears. Slightly flat in profile over his forehead, otherwise very good. Chin slopes back and could be deeper. Bite level. Confident expression to dark vivid blue oriental eyes. Very long, strong and muscular body with long strong legs and long tapered tail. Warm chocolate on points with a white inverted V to mask, white chest and tummy, white feet and legs, well over the 1/3 requirement. Some light shading over his back, his coat short and of excellent texture. Excellent presentation - typical young pretender, rather up on his toes today!
3 BODDY'S PUZZLE DOMINO. (48 40) M 18.7.08. This boy is a black & white bi-colour as opposed to seal pointed & white.

AC ORIENTAL/ORIENTAL LH NON-SELF ( 14 weeks - 6 months) KITTEN
1 DAWE'S BARBECCO AMIDALA. (37h) F 23.2.09. Lovely and very promising baby girl, very stylish. Strong wedge head with large wide based ears, well set and flared. Straight profile, good chin and bite. Bright green oriental eyes. Long firm body, elegant neckline, long slim legs, long fine whip tail. Coat short, sleek and sound - well mingled in warm chestnut brown and shades of red. Delightful kitten beautifully presented.

AC SIAMESE/BALINESE SELF POINTED NEUTER
1 MARTIN'S GR CH & GR PR ABICASA CARMINA BURANA. (24c) FN 13.2.07. Lilac Point Siamese. A very beautiful, mature lady, shows wonderful strength and balance - superb points colour also - I recently awarded her an Imperial certificate - say no more!
2 DAVIS'S IGR PR RENDZINA CAPTAIN SCARLET. (32a) MN 21.4.05. Red Point Siamese. Very handsome and stylish. Long strong wedge head with large wide based and well flared ears. Good profile, chin and bite. Slightly deep set dark blue eyes - lovely expression. Very long, tall and elegant - stands beautifully. Bright red points with a lightly shaded warm white coat of excellent texture. Presentation and temperament both excellent.
Extra 2 LODWIG'S MAFDET MAFIOSO. (24) MN 4.10.08. Seal Point Siamese. Well grown at just 9 months, obviously without the maturity of the first two, but of lovely type and looking very promising. Strong wedge head with large ears wide at the base - excellent set and flare. Oriental vivid blue eyes - soulful expression. Long strong body and legs. Long whip tail. Dense warm seal brown points all well matched. Coat short and close, very light warm shading only. Gorgeous boy - excellent presentation.
3 MARTIN'S PR ABICASA PEER GYNT. (24n) MN 14.2.08. Caramel Point Siamese.

I would like to thank Mrs Elaine Robinson and Mrs Jackie Pell for the kind invitation to judge at this show, also the committee and others involved in making the day so enjoyable. There were some gorgeous cats to assess and I was delighted to have the gentle assistance of Lorraine Cooke who always handles the exhibits so well. Thank you Lorraine, also for marking my catalogue.
DEVON REX KITTEN Male 3 entered 2 present. 1 BOB BRYNES’ BOUNTIFUL REDHOTLOVER (33a 30ks) 4 months 4 weeks 1 day . Lovely head giving an immediate impression of the wicked look so desired in this breed. Wedge is short, broad with high cheek bones and strength in the muzzle, definite whisker break. Flat skull leading down to curving brow, Short nose with definite stop, deep chin set back just a trace. Ears are large and set low, widely placed and broad at the base, signs of tufts developing. Large, expressive, widely placed, yellow eyes, oval in shape, set on a slant towards the ear base., I feel it is this eye shape that contributes so strongly to the overall ‘pixie’ appearance. Slender neck leads to a firm and muscular body, broad in the chest, plump tum, slender legs the rear legs being longer; small, thick, oval feet. Tapering tail of suitable length to balance. Coat so short that it is sparse on the back and sides, longer on the tail and legs, where it is curly.(delightful ear muffs) The texture is very soft, dense on the legs and tail Warm tone to the cinnamon coat, little sign at present of smoke, faint spotting on the sides. A busy character, rolling about his pen, very friendly and content to be handled. 2 RICE’S BOUNTIFUL JOEBLACK (33a 36) 6 months 1 week 2 days. Another super example of the breed, flat skull, fairly short wedge with high cheek bones, modest whisker pinch. Large, broad based ears with rounded tips, set low, placed well apart. Large, yellow eyes looking a little round at first, I think this boy was a little apprehensive, however he narrowed them into a more oval shape set on a slant towards the ear base. I would have liked slightly more strength in the muzzle and firmer whisker pads. Fair stop, chin slightly weak. Slender neck leading to longish, firm body, very muscular and lithe, held on slim, long legs, long toes on small, oval paws. Beautiful coat, soft and dense to the touch , even in length and with tight waves on the body, sides and legs, length on the tapering tail slightly longer and less curling. Black with darker tone on the mask, ears, legs and tail. Crinkled whiskers and eyebrows It is possible that this boy’s slight tension prevented him from presenting himself to best advantage today, however some lovely features.

BENGAL BROWN MARBLED KITTEN 1 entered 1 LESTER & LESTER’S ZAWADI TALIA (76 20) Female 4 months 1 week. Rounded wedge, slightly longer than its width, narrowing at the muzzle, nose shows some sign of developing breadth, rounded chin. Medium/large ears, rounded at the tips and continuing the outer lines of the face, set as much on the sides as on the top of the head. Large, oval eyes showing a slant towards the base of the ear. Slight dip in the nose in profile. Sleek, longish body with a feeling of developing muscle, medium length legs, longer at the rear, with large, round paws. Tail of medium length with a blunt tip and slight taper. Moderate length coat with a soft texture, a little fine at present, cool toned buff base contrasting well with the near black pattern, some shapes showing a warm orange-brown inside, large, swirling shapes, different on both sides. Broken chin strap and some broken necklaces, spotted tum, streaks on legs and shoulders. Facial markings include M and scarab with lines up and over the head. I was sorry to with hold the BOB, today this girl did not appear to have some of the facial features required in a Bengal, she did seen nervous and was possibly not presenting herself to good advantage.
ASIAN SMOKE or BURMILLA NEUTER Male 1 entered. 1 PC FINCH’S WELLBRAND XPLORERS REWARD (72 43bsq) 7 years 7 months 3 weeks. This boy was chattering to us as soon as we arrived at his pen, so friendly. Fairly short wedge, blunt in the muzzle, gently rounded top of head, just wide enough between medium ears which continue the lines of the face, rounded at the tips and tilting forward. Large eyes of pleasing shape and wide set, yellowish green. In profile definite nose break, deep, level chin, generous depth in the head. Body feels heavy and well muscled, of good size standing tall on long, strong legs with small, oval paws. Tail just short for balance. Coat moderately short with a soft touch, lying close to the body, a pale, milk chocolate, light shading, silver base coat and underparts, spine line darker tone. M and facial markings pale yet well defined, faint broken necklace, leg bars.    Became a little excited while being handled seeming to prefer the security of his pen. Female    1 present for BOB only. BOB ERGIS’ GR PR RUXHILL SUMERJIZ MADONNA (72 43bsq) 2 years 9 months 1 week. Super girl with an interested, affectionate nature. Head has very good type, the blunt, short wedge showing good breadth at the cheek bones and over the gently rounded top. Ears and eyes with correct size, shape and placement. In profile depth of head is generous, definite nose break on a nose rolling off a touch at the tip. Body well formed and muscular, just a little on the plump side, slender legs, small oval feet, tail slightly short for balance. Short, fine and close lying coat, medium toned, shaded chocolate on a sparkling silver base.
BURMESE BROWN TORTIE ADULT 3 entered for BOB only. 3 gorgeous, mature ladies, I hated having to disappoint! BOB VIRTUE’S CH HOBBERDY HIGGLEDY PIGGLEDY 3 years 5 months. True Burmese expression, a slightly disgruntled look!
Short, broad wedge shape to the head, blunt muzzle, gently rounded dome between medium/large ears which continue the outer facial lines. Large, yellow eyes well shaped, set wide apart. In profile, depth in the skull, strong nose break, deep, level chin. Coat very short and fine, close lying and with a satin-like texture, well mingled medium, warm brown with varying shades of red. Body feels heavy and well muscled, slender limbs. An easy cat to handle.
AOC TORTIE ADULT 5 entered plus 3 for BOB. 1 CC WYATT’S CH TYPHA WARRIORPRINCESS (27j) 2 years 3 months 4 weeks. Muscular, firm and well grown body, elegant and heavy. Slender limbs, tail just a little short for balance. Short and blunt, wedge shaped head with breadth at the jaw hinge, rounded dome, medium ears continuing the lines of the face, broad at the base and tilting forward. Expressive eyes placed wide apart, a clear yellow, correctly shaped. Generous depth to the head in profile, brow slightly rounded, definite nose break, strong chin. Gorgeous quality to the satin-soft coat being very short, fine and close lying to give a smooth silhouette, a delicate mingling of pale dove grey with light cream tones. A beautifully presented cat with a typical Burmese expression. 2   GREET’S JANAMEL ROTARA RIPPLE (27h) 1 year 2 weeks 2 days. She didn’t stop wriggling so obviously a muscular feel to her lithe, elegant and slender body with good weight for her age and size. Slim legs with small, oval paws, tail just short for balance. Blunt muzzle on the wedge shaped head, largish ears held slightly high today, (I think this may have been because she was trying so hard to get loose!) round at the tips and tilting forward. Pleasing shape to the large, golden yellow eyes with a straight slant to the upper line. Profile shows a distinct nose break, the nose rounds off a little at the tip. Short and soft, close lying coat is fine, a pretty mingling of warm, milk chocolate with pale red tones. Overall a girl with some lovely features, I guess she may present herself better when she is older and less excited. 3 GIRAUDY’S GIRADELLE QUEEN-OF-SHEBA (27h) 9 months 3 weeks. A pretty lass with a rounded face and youthful appearance. Smallish ears held slightly close, facing forward, rounded at the tips. The bite appeared undershot and the incisors uneven, confirmed by the duty vet. Golden yellow eyes, large and showing a near straight upper line with more fullness in the lower line. In profile head has generous depth, definite nose break on a longish nose which also has a slight bump. Body feels lithe and well muscled, chest is rounded and back straight, slender legs with proportionately small feet, tail just short and tapering rather finely. Fairly short, fine coat with a soft texture, a mixture of mostly warm milk chocolate with some red, much darker chocolate tones on the muzzle and nose. A sweet babe, a delight to handle. BOB VIRTUE’S GR CH HOBBERDY HYACYNTH BUCKET (27g) 7 years 1 week. Mature, calm and presenting herself superbly. Lovely type to the broad, short, wedge shaped head with correct placement and shape of medium ears and large, pale yellow chartreuse eyes. Super profile with rounded brow, depth in the head and to the level chin. Definite nose break. Quality coat texture, short and close lying, fine and silk-like in texture, well mingled blue with cream tones. In spite of her haughty expression a treat to handle and assess.
AC CORNISH or DEVON REX, LA PERM or SPHYNX BREEDERS’ ADULT   5 present. 1 ARNOLD’S CH PAPAVER ANDROMEDA (33 31s) Female 1 year 9 months 2 weeks A calm, gentle girl, easy to handle. Head shows a medium wedge about 1/3 longer than its width, with high cheek bones, flat top to the skull, firm muzzle and in profile a line that is nearly straight with a minimal curve at the brow leading down to the straight nose. Chin is firm though there is an interesting illusion created by a line between the black and the white which has the effect of making the chin appear to diminish. Large ears are held high and show a definite mussel shell shape, well cupped at the base, rounded at the tips. Largish, oval shaped , yellow eyes the upper line slanting towards the ear base. Slender neck leading to elegant, slender and well muscled body, long, elegant legs, longer at the rear, neat, oval feet. Long, tapering tail balances. Coat has a very soft and silky texture, slightly courser feel on the tail; body fur has a firm ripple deep enough to be felt as well as seen over the back and sides, just a little longer and less wavy on the legs and tail. A stylish girl with her shining black coat, white socks and chin. 2 BRYNES’ GR CH BOUNTIFUL O’SU’GAR (33a 36) Female 1 year 10 months 3 weeks An attractive girl with such a delightful ‘pixie’ expression. Wedge shaped head is short, broad at the high cheek bones and at the firm muzzle, whisker break well defined. Level bite, level, deep chin and, in profile a definite stop, could be a little stronger for perfection. Large ears set low with rounded tips and broad base with ear muffs. Large, yellow eyes, slightly rounded but this may have been because she was a lady full of curiosity and I could see a slant towards the outer edge of the ears. Slender neck leading to slim, well muscled body, broad across the chest, slightly taller at the rear. Slender legs, long, tapering tail. Short coat with a lovely soft, slightly dense quality, evenly waved on the back, sides and legs, fur is slightly longer on the tail, shorter on the shoulders; shining black with smoke effect showing through over the back.   3 ARNOLD’S GR CH PAPAVER FLORA (33 31hs) Female 7 years 3 months. Mother of the girl placed 1st and with the same gentle nature. Length of medium wedge shaped head just about 1/3 longer than its width. High cheek bones and rounded muzzle, level bite, strong chin. Large ears set high, round tipped, showing the desired mussel shell shape, medium/large eyes show an alert expression, set on a slant towards the outer ear base. Lovely profile showing a flat skull, minimal curve at the brow, straight nose. Slender neck, well muscled, firm body with good weight, elegant stance on long, slender legs. Small, oval paws with long toes. Long and tapering tail which could be a little longer for balance. Coat has a soft and silky texture, short and with loose waves over the body becoming tighter over the legs and tail, mostly evenly rexed though shorter and more loosely waved on the neck. No guard hairs, crinkled whiskers. Bright effect to the coat being mainly shades of red with some black mingled, the silver underparts contribute to her fresh appearance.
AC CORNISH or DEVON REX, LA PERM or SPHYNX NON-BREEDER’S ADULT 4 entered. 1 DAVIES’ PHILOKALIA BAD PENNY (33a 36a) Female 9 months 1 week. A friendly girl, ready and eager to come out of her pen. Short, wedge shaped head, broad, with high cheek bones, slight whisker break and firm muzzle. Level bite, strong chin. Large ears set low, wide at the base and with rounded, tufted tips and muffs. Large, oval eyes slanting towards the ear base. Flat skull leading down to a curving brow, stop is definite though I would have liked it just a little stronger. Slender neck, broad chest on a firmly muscled body, legs slim, taller at the rear, small, oval paws. Tapering, long tail. Lovely soft coat, short, waving on the body, legs and tail, just a little more course on the tail. Attractive blue smoke coat, a very pretty girl. 2 HOBSON-KELLY’S CHICHI CAOIMHE NANOBILERO (84 20e) Female 1 year 9 months. Rounded wedge shape to the head with prominent cheek bones and definite whisker break defining the prominent whisker pads. Strong muzzle, gently rounded, flat skull and brow. Nose is straight with a slight stop. Large ears, wide at the base, rounded tips, set on a slight slant at the base. Large, oval eyes set on a slant. Moderate size to the firmly muscled body, rounded chest. Slender legs with deep, oval paws. A superbly affectionate character, extrovert and enjoying the attention today. 3 CHURCHES’ PHILOKALIA WISPA TUMI (33a 36b) Female 10 months 6 days. A slightly hissy girl today, anxious to be back in her pen. Short and broad wedge, high cheek bones, whisker break defining firm muzzle. Tufted ears with rounded tips, could have been a touch larger, set low. Eyes somewhat more rounded than oval and not showing as much of a slant as I would like. Flat skull, gently curving forehead, adequate stop. Bite level, firm chin. Slender neck leading to slender body with firmly muscled feel, broad chest. Back slopes up slightly, long, slim legs, longer at the rear, neat oval paws. Tail tapers but is just a little thick at the base, I would have liked it to be somewhat longer. Fairly soft texture to the short coat, waving on the back, sides, legs, straighter on the tail, sparser areas on the sides of the chest. An attractive dark chocolate tone with some obvious smoke effect.

My thanks to the Show Managers and Committee for my invitation to judge and the kind hospitality. Thanks also to my Steward Mary Hutchinson, very enjoyable company and most helpful.

1ST. BOB. EMERY’S SWINGLETREE ANDY PANDY. 300708.
A very well developed youngster. Broad strong scull with neatly placed ears, short broad nose good break, cheeks well developed and strong rounded muzzle, neatly placed ears, slightly heavy browed which just makes the eyes appear a little small, colour not completely set. Cobby body, short strong legs and balanced tail. Coat silky texture and well presented, even points colour.

1ST. FISHER’S SHEERBLISS CELTIC TIGER. 70 7d. 210209.
Beautifully balanced head, strong rounded scull with neatly placed ears, short broad nose good break and large nostrils, well developed cheeks, strong rounded muzzle, firm chin, eyes large and expressive good colour. Short coupled body, strong boned legs and balanced tail, lovely condition and well grown. Coat very well presented, still very much a “kitten” coat, clearly defined red markings with pale silvery red ground colour affording crisp contrast.

1ST. BOB. HANNINGTON & HARDIE’S NABOO DISCO INFERNO. 70 9. 170209. Broad strong head with neatly placed ears, short broad nose good break with open nostrils, cheeks well developed, firm round muzzle, eyes very good shape and colour. Very good body shape and condition, strong bone, balanced tail. Well presented coat, soft texture, not yet fully dense and plush, deep rich red tabby markings showing good contrast with the ground colour,

1ST. CC W/H. KILMARTIN’S RUMTUMTUGGER DE NIRO. 64 41. 110908. A young boy still needing time to reach full maturity. Overall good head shape, lacking fully developed muzzle, nose of uniform width, slight dip to profile, cheeks fairly full with high cheek bones. Large tall ears, wide at the base and tapering to appear pointed at the tip, set high on scull, eyes full and round spaced wide apart with a slightly oblique aperture. Good length of body, needing time for muscle development, fairly good bone, long tail. Very good coat texture and presentation, clearly defined black markings throughout the body, and clear facial markings, warm even copper agouti ground colour. The Maine Coon is a slow maturing breed, even making allowances for the very young age of this boy, with his lack of maturity in head and body today, I felt unable to award the certificate.

1ST. CC. BOB. HANCOCK’S JULESCOON MIKA. 64 41w. 150608.
Overall nicely balanced head, square muzzle, chin a little shallow, cheeks fairly full with high cheek bones, nose of uniform width with a shallow concave curve. Large tall ears wide at the base tapering to appear pointed at the tips, expressive eyes. Good body shape and condition, strong bone and balanced tail. Coat very well presented, showing tabby markings and white.

2ND.WHITE’S SHEERCLASS BLUEMOON. 64 41a. 120808.
A very young girl, at present head shape quite triangular, lacking the square muzzle which is so essential in the breed, cheeks not yet fully developed, even width to nose with a shallow concave curve, chin a little weak. Ears large and tall, wide at base and tapering at the tips, set high and well apart, eyes good shape and expression. Very well developed body, lovely condition, substantial legs and large round paws, balanced tail. Very good coat texture and presentation, markings quite defused. A very sweet personality.

1ST. CC. BOB. BLEWITT’S PURPURITE MYSTIC MERLIN. 13c4. 030808. A very well grown youngster showing good maturity. Scull strong broad and rounded, nose medium length with slight dip in profile, well developed chin, medium size ears spaced well apart, eyes almost round showing very deep blue colour. Long body in very good condition, medium length thick set legs, paws short and strong, balanced tail. Coat silky texture and well presented, very good even points colour, off- white body colour. Good gloves and gauntlets. A very promising youngster.

1ST. PC. 13c5. 100705. COLLINS CH DUBROVA ROMANY RED. 13c5. 100705. Scull Strong broad and rounded, nose medium length with slight dip in profile, cheeks full and round, chin full and well developed, ears medium in size and spaced well apart, expressive eyes very good shape and colour. Strong body, medium length thick –set legs, short strong paws, balanced tail. Very good coat texture and presentation, rich point colours, rather heavy tabby markings, slight golden hue to coat. Good gloves and gauntlets. A very happy sweet girl.

2ND. 13c5. 251007. ENSOR’S PR. KITTAH ODYSSEUS. 13c5. 251007.
Overall nicely balanced head, scull strong and rounded, medium length nose with slight dip in profile, cheeks quite well developed, firm chin, ears medium size and spaced well apart, eyes a little deep set showing very good colour. Overall good body condition, strong bone and balanced tail. Coat silky texture and very well presented, good points colour. Good gloves and gauntlets.

1ST. PC. BOB. WORMALD’S IGR CH & PR DANLEIGH STARBURST. 13c6. 250404. Scull strong ,broad and rounded, nose medium length with a slight dip, cheeks full and round, chin well developed, slightly tapered, medium sized ears spaced well apart, eyes very good shape with strong colour. Good body shape and condition, thick set legs and short strong paws, balanced tail. Coat silky texture and very well presented, point seal brown intermingled with shades of red. Good gloves and gauntlets. This girl is so impressive, her points colouring so striking, and a lovely personality.

2ND. TARR’S GR CH & PR TARKUSHA COLUMBINE 13c6. 150801.
Another striking mature girl, looking so good for her age. Very nicely balanced head, scull strong and broad, nose medium length with a slight dip to profile, cheeks well developed, strong chin, medium sized ears spaced well apart, expressive eyes good shape and colour. Strong body in lovely condition, thick set legs and short strong paws, balanced tail. Points seal brown intermingled with shades of red, body shady. Good gloves and gauntlets.

TABBY OR TORTIE-TABBY POINT BIRMAN NEUTER FEMALE.

1ST. PC. BOB. CARTER’S CH & PR INNUENDO MADE IN HEAVEN. 13c18. 120505. Very good head shape, scull strong and broad, nose medium length with dip to profile, cheeks full and round, well developed chin, ears medium size and spaced well apart, almost round eyes showing good colour. Overall good conformation and condition, strong bone, paws short and strong, balanced tail. Coat well presented, points blue markings on light beige agouti background showing tabby markings, off-white body colour. Good gloves and gauntlets.

BOB. FISHLOCK-LOMAX’S PR VIEUXTEMPS VANTAGE VROOM. 67 31et. 150408. Very nicely balanced head, triangular with all sides equal, long straight profile, forehead slightly rounded, strong chin. Large ears with good width at base, placed high and open set, large oval well opened eyes, lovely expression. Very strongly built body, long and muscular, standing high on legs, paws large and round, a very impressive tail. Coat good texture and presentation, very sweet temperament.

1ST.PC. SEDGWICK’S CH & PR CATWO APOLLO. 67 31t. 091002.
A very attractive boy, triangular head with all sides equal, long straight profile, forehead slightly rounded, chin a little shallow. Very good ear shape and set, expressive eyes. Good conformation and condition, strong bone, tail could be longer. Very good coat texture and presentation.

1ST. PC. FISHLOCK-LOMAX’S ADATELO HAUTE CATOURE. 67 31et. 150408. A young girl not yet reached full maturity. Overall good head shape, triangular with all sides equal, forehead slightly rounded, firm chin. Ears have a tendency to be a little “mobile”, eyes quite a good shape, just a little heavy browed. Well grown, solid bone structure, tail fairly good length. Lovely coat colouring, not at its full winter length. Very sweet girl.

I would like to thank Elaine, John and Lisa for asking me to what is my local Show. I had a good book, which made the day even nicer. I would like also to thank my Steward, Sue Kirk: she makes the long trip from Essex every year and we have a very lovely weekend together.

IMP GR HUTCHINGS’ GR PR SUNBRAID FERNANDO 27 Nice muscular feel to this young man with strong limbs and spoon shaped paws. Tail only just balances but a good shape. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw. In profile, showing a distinct break but nose has a slight slope towards the end; chin firm but not quite straight to upper jaw. Beautiful, rich, warm, brown colour; short, close coat in superb condition. Typical Burmese expression. Lovely lad.

RES IMP CHAPMAN’S GR PR BRAESIDE TRIBUNE BEAUSOIR 27a What a lovely big lad, feeling strong and muscular with good limbs and spoon shaped paws. Tail only just balances and it tapers a little too much. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw; in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm but shallow chin. Rather a matt blue colour which is showing a little silver sheen on the extremities; short, close coat in excellent condition. Lovely Burmese expression. This lad had the most superb temperament.

IMP GR RIDDLE’S CH & GR PR PEGAVI SERAFENA 27e What a lovely girl with such presence. A nice muscular body with elegant yet strong limbs and dainty, oval paws. Tail only just balances and a tiny bit thick. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw; super in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm, deep chin. Beautiful, mingling of colours; short, close coat in excellent condition. Typical Burmese expression. Super girl.

RES GR TEGG’S GR CH & GR PR MINOTOSA PANDORA 27e Lovely, strong girl with a nice feel to her muscular body. Elegant limbs and a dainty, oval paws. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Short wedge and a strong jaw; in profile, showing a distinct break but nose rolls off though a firm chin. Lovely mingling of colours; beautiful, short, close coat in excellent condition. Typical Burmese expression. Lovely girl. Both of these girls could have had the Imperial.

DEVON REX ADULT MALE

1st CC HUMPHEREYS’ REXINTONS POWDER (33a 14a) DoB 9-2-08 Orange Eyed White Devon. Large ears, held a little high; forehead curves back to a flat skull. High cheekbones though he could have a little more whisker break. Definite stop and a strong chin with a level bite. Neck is slender although his jowls spread down; broad chest. Hard, muscular body; stands well on slender legs and small, oval paws. Long, tapering tail to balance. Beautiful, soft fur; well covered and with some nice rippling though, as he is white, he is showing a little tarnishing on legs and tail. Wide set, oval eyes. Very nice lad.

BOB BRYNES’ GR CH BOUNRIFUL O’SUGAR (33a 36) DOB 9-8-07 Black Smoke. Superb girl - you look at her and she oozes Devon Rex. Large ears, set low; flat skull. Lovely cheekbones and a good whisker break; definite stop and a strong chin with a level bite. Lovely, balanced body and limbs. Very well covered in a soft fur which is deeply rippled. Wide set, oval eyes.

1st CC DAVIES’ PHILOKLIA BAD PENNY (33a 36) DoB 27-9-08 Blue Smoke. Large ears, set low; forehead curves back to a flat skull. Super high cheekbones and a good whisker break. Would like more stop; strong chin with a level bite. Lovely, slender neck and a broad chest. Hard, muscular body; she stands well on slender legs and small, oval paws. Long, tapering tail to balance but it has a tiny pip on the end. She’s fairly well covered in soft fur which has some wave but is still coming in. Wide set, very expressive, oval eyes. When her coat comes in and she matures I think she will be a stunner.

2nd CHURCHES’ PHILOKLIA WISPA TUMI (33a 36b) DoB 28-8-08 Chocolate Smoke. Large ears, set low; forehead curves back to a flat skull. Would like to see her cheekbones a bit wider but a good whisker break. Lacks stop but a strong chin and a level bite Nice slender neck and a broad chest. A well developed, muscular body; she stands well on slender limbs and dainty, oval paws. Long, tapering tail to balance. She has a lovely soft coat with some nice rippling though it is a little seasonal. Wide set, oval eyes. Nice girl.

3rd GRIFFITH ADATESH ICEWITCH (33a 14a) DoB 9-7-08 Orange eyed White Devon. Quite a small girl. Large ears, set low; forehead curves back to a flat skull. High cheekbones and a fair whisker break. Definite stop and a strong chin but, at present, she is undershot (verified by duty vet). Slender neck and a broad chest. Hard, muscular body; slender neck and a broad chest. Nice limbs and a dainty, oval paws. Long, tapering tail to balance. She is lacking fur, at present, but has some down. Wide set, oval eyes.

BOB ARNOLD’S UK IGR CH & GR PR PAPAVER CRESSIDA (33 31s) DoB 30-4-98 Black and White Cornish. Large ears, held high on head, and a flat skull; nose is in a straight line. Nice medium wedge which tapers gently to a rounded muzzle. Very expressive, oval eyes. Elegant neck and hard, muscular body. Long, tapering tail. Well covered in a wavy fur. Lovely silky coat which is deeply rippled. Super girl who was a pleasure to handle.

1st CC SOMERFIELD’S KATZKADE SARACEN Nice weighty young man with a lovely feel to his muscular body; strong limbs and spoon shaped paws. Correct length and shape to balance. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw; in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm chin. Very nice, even chocolate colour; beautiful, short close coat in excellent condition. Typical Burmese expression. Nice lad.

2nd KITSON’S CH MOOTAM BARTHOLOMEW Strong, muscular lad with a nice feel to his body; strong limbs and spoon shaped paws. Correct length and shape tail to balance. Large, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw, though a little pinched in the muzzle. Acceptable nose break and a firm chin. Quite a nice chocolate colour; coat a little coarse and long but lying close to the body. Nice Burmese expression. Superb temperament.

1st CC & BOB BRININGER’S OYIBO KARRIE-WHITCHIT Compact young lady for one so young; strong, muscular body, elegant limbs and dainty, oval paws. Correct length and shape tail to balance. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw; super in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm, deep chin. Beautiful, rich chocolate colour; short, close coat, in excellent condition. Typical Burmese expression. Lovely female.

2nd KASAMUN’S CH BIENZOLI SUGAR PLUM Lovely feel to her compact body with strong, yet elegant, limbs and dainty, oval paws. Good length and shape tail to balance. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw, nice profile showing a distinct nose break and a firm, shallow chin. Even chocolate colour, looking a little cold (changing coats I should think); short, close coat in excellent condition. Typical Burmese expression. Two nice girls.

1st CC & BOB HILLMAN’S SEYSIANA SUNDAY BEST What a nice size lad; feeling firm and muscular with strong limbs and spoon shaped paws. Correct length and shape tail to balance. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw; in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm chin. An even lilac colour; his coat is a little coarse but in excellent condition and well presented. Typical Burmese expression. Nice lad who was a pleasure to handle.

2nd KING’S KATSACUTE DREAM What a big lad; feeling strong and muscular with good limbs and spoon shaped paws. Tail a bit short to balance and a little thick. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Correct wedge and a strong jaw. In profile, showing an acceptable nose break; chin firm but shallow. An even lilac colour but it is rather sandy (sun bathing?); short, close coat in excellent condition. Quite a nice Burmese expression buy eyes are a little small. This boy has a superb temperament.

1st CC BONE’S CH SYKRIS EYE CANDY Very nice size girl but just a little plump; elegant yet strong limbs and dainty, oval paws. Correct length and shape tail to balance. Large, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Short wedge and a strong jaw; in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm, shallow chin. Even, lilac colour; a most beautiful, short, close coat, in superb condition. Typical Burmese expression. Sweet girl who was very happy to be judged.

2nd BONE’S CH SYKRIS DEJA VEUX Compact, muscular body with a nice feel. Strong limbs and dainty, oval paws. Tail is too short to balance but a good shape. Medium, well set ears and a gently rounded top of head. Short wedge and a strong jaw; in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm chin. A lovely lilac colour, showing a nice pink hue, not seen too often; short, close coat in excellent condition. Very nice Burmese expression.

3rd ALGER-STREET’S TYPHA VENICIANPEARL Still quite a baby who has some growing to do. Nice weight for size with elegant, strong limbs and dainty, oval paws. Good tail length to balance but it is a bit thick. Rather small ears but a nice, gently rounded top of head. Short wedge and a strong jaw; super in profile, showing a distinct nose break and a firm chin. Even lilac colour but coat still kittenish and woolly though well presented. Nice expression but eyes on the horizontal.

1st KENNY’S ELANY ANASTACIA BROWN (72 45q) Strong body and limbs with dainty, oval paws. Rather large ears. Correct wedge and a strong jaw; nice in profile, showing a good break though nose has a bump. Even colour with a clear M on forehead. Lovely clear ticking and a super coat. Very expressive eyes.

2nd ALGER-STREET’S CATHLENTA TYPHA JETSTAR (72) Rather a rangy body at present - needs to fill out - but elegant limbs. Correct length and shape tail to balance although it has a pip on the end. Very nice head which is balanced, correct wedge and a strong jaw; nice in profile. Beautiful, sound, black colour right to the roots; lovely, short, close coat, in excellent condition. Nice expression.

1st DEWRIDGE’S CLEOPATRA STAR 27b Dainty little baby but well grown and in proportion. Good tail to balance. Well set ears. Correct wedge and a strong jaw; lovely in profile. Very nice, even chocolate colour; beautiful, mature coat, in excellent condition. Nice expression but eyes on the horizontal.

1st SMITH’S PHILOKALIA DEE MONIQUE (33a 36) DoB 8-11-07 Black Smoke. Large ears, set low; flat skull. High cheekbones and a good whisker break. Distinct stop and a strong chin with a level bite. Slender neck and a broad chest; nice muscular body. Stands well on slim legs and small, oval paws. Long, tapering tail to balance. Covered in a soft, nicely rippled coat. Wide set, oval eyes. Nice girl.

2nd WILLIAMS & KENNEDY’S TYPHAST JALAL (76 30) Nice wedge with a good width, a broad muzzle and a firm chin. Broad nose with a gentle curve to the forehead. Medium ears. Beautiful, expressive, oval eyes. Sleek, muscular body with strong limbs and large, round paws. Beautiful coat pattern, very well defined and showing a nice glitter effect; in lovely condition.

3rd WITTS’ CH LOHR BLACK CHERRY (72e) I would just like to say that this young lady is a super girl. I know she is a re-home and she has fallen on all 4 paws, going to the Witts.

Thank you Elaine & Jackie for inviting me to another busy Wiltshire show ,where there was a good entry of quality cats & everything ran on oiled wheels as usual. Thanks also to Nick for his great company & handling skills (and fast driving!)
AC SIAMESE/BALINESE GR PR NEUTER MALE
IGPC HART'S CH & UK GR PR APRIKAT SKULDUGGERY 21 05 04
Strong & stylish Seal Tabby-point Balinese of super type. Strong wedge head with angular profile & a deep firm chin. Bright blue eyes of excellent shape & setting, very expressive! Well placed large open ears balancing his head nicely. Long strong body & legs, tail just long enough & well furnished. Silky coat needing just a little more length at the sides, showing shading, points well defined in dramatically dark seal brown. An impressive neuter, well deserving this highest award today
RES IGPC DAVIES' IGR PR RENDZINA CAPTAIN SCARLET 21 04 05
Red-point neuter of very good type. Wedge head with straight profile & firm chin. Eyes of deep vivid blue, correctly shaped & set. Well-placed large butterfly ears. Long firm body & legs, whip tail of length to balance. Close fine textured coat showing some shading, points of pleasing bright reddish-gold. Another handsome boy
A close runner-up in this strong class was POUNDS' IGRPR JOMESE JACKTHELAD (24A)
FEMALE
IGPC MARTIN'S GR CH & GR PR ABICASA CARMINA BURANA 13 02 07
Super Lilac-point female, both stylish & substantial. Even wedge head with almost straight profile & a firm chin. Eyes of bright blue ,oriental in shape & setting & full of expression. Well set large ears, maybe held a fraction low(nit-picking here!)long strong body & legs, whip tail of length to balance. Short fine textured close coat, well polished & showing minimal shading, points of pleasing pinkish-toned lilac. Most beautiful lady, absolutely immaculate & with a happy & confident temperament - I loved her!
2 IGPC Withheld
MEEK'S GR PR SHERMESE CHINA DOLL 08 06 07
Dainty Seal-point female neuter of very good type. Small wedge head with undulating profile & a pugilistic chin. Well placed large open ears. Long rangy body, dainty legs & feet, balancing whip tail. Slightly long coat showing shading & just a little cold in tone, points of dense seal brown. An attractive little cat, but just lacking, for me, that extra "something" which defines an Imperial today
ORIENTAL RED NEUTER
1PC BOB CLOTHIER'S PR KASSALIC ROBIN REDFEET 07 05 07
Stylish neuter of very good type. Wedge head with straight profile & a firm chin. Green eyes oriental in shape & setting, well placed large ears. Long slightly rangy body, tail needing an extra inch & could be finer. Slightly open coat of fine texture, bright red & minimally marked. A good-looking neuter ,though he was less than impressed by us!
ORIENTAL CINNAMON NEUTER
!PC BOB WEAVER'S PR SUNJADE SKIPPER 27 10 07
Large neuter of strong & balanced type. Wide wedge head with tiny pinch, good profile & firm chin. Green eyes of oriental shape & setting, with an inscrutable look, well placed large flyaway ears. Long heavy body, legs & tail to balance. Close shiny coat of slightly dark cinnamon, fine in texture. Handsome boy, who grumbled incessantly throughout!
ORIENTAL FAWN NEUTER
BOB BAXTER's GR PR SOLARUS CATHY'S CLOWN 28 07 05
CREAm-POINT SIAMESE ADULT MALE
1CC SIVITER'S CH SIMPLISIAM SPECIAL MENTION 05 04 08
Young Cream-point male of very good type, still a little adolescent in appearance. Small wedge head with straight profile & firm chin. Bright blue eyes correctly shaped & set. Well set large ears. Long fine body, legs & whip tail to balance. Soft coat, minimally shaded ,points of pleasing powdery cream. Sweet boy, needing to acquire a little more masculinity as yet ,but he has time!
FEMALE 1CC BOB COOK'S CH JOHPAS SABINA PURDITA 09 05 08
Very stylish female, by contrast almost masculine in her strength of type. Even wedge head with tiny dip in nose & a deep firm chin. Eyes of good blue ,oriental in shape & setting .Well set large butterfly ears on broad top of head. Long neck ,long strong body, legs & balancing whip tail. Close coat of fine texture, creamy white & well polished, points of powdery cream. Super girl in top condition who happily joined in the conversation!
CARAMEL-POINT NEUTER
1PC BOB MARTIN'S PR ABICASA PERR GYNT 14 02 08
Long & stylish Blue-based Caramel-point neuter of very good type. Even wedge head with strong profile & firm chin. Eyes of deep vivid blue, beautifully shaped & set, Well placed large flyaway ears. Long strong body & legs, lengthy fine whip tail to balance with tiny pip at the tip. Close fine textured short coat, well polished, showing shading, points of dark blue/caramel. A quality neuter
TABBY-POINT NEUTER FEMALE
1 PC Withheld DRIMMIE'S PR NUTROSTAR SUGARCANDY 06 05 07
Red Tabby-point female neuter of good type. Wedge head with tiny pinch straight profile & firm chin. Large eyes of bright blue, dominating her face & detracting from the desired Siamese 'look'. Ears just large enough & needing more width between them to balance her head. Long fine body & legs, tail needing to be finer. Short coat of excellent texture, points of pleasing bright red, well marked.
SIAMESE/BALINESE BREEDERS NEUTER
1 DAVIES' IGR PR RENDZINA CAPTAIN SCARLET
2 MARTIN's PR ABICASA PERR GYNT
3 POUNDS' IGR PR JOMESE JACKTHELAD

Excellent show with a very good entry, thank you Jackie and Elaine for the invitation to judge, special thanks Barbara for coming along to steward for me in your usual efficient way.

All four cats entered in this class deserved the grand the quality was very good.

GRD Dr F Martins PR ABICASA PEER GYNT 24n MN 14.02.08.
Handsome stylish lad looking superb today, long wedge, broad topline, huge open based ears, with a small bump on back of head, gorgeous expressive deep blue eyes, roman profile, untidy bite, chin ok, elegant neck, long muscular body, sturdy legs and paws, long tapering tail with a small pip, blue toned caramel points colour, short close coat with light tonal shading, shown and presented as always perfectly, laid back temperament, congratulations on best neuter.

RES Mrs J Pounds IMP GRD PR JOMESE JACKTHELAD 24a MN 07.04.05
Another super boy not as masculine as my winner but a lovely colour blue, stylish blue point of overall good type, good length wedge, large open based well placed ears, expressive vivid blue eyes, straight profile, level bite, chin ebs, elegant neckline, long well toned body, fine legs, oval paws, tail to balance excellent pale powdery blue points colour, glacial white short close coat with light tonal shading, looking very relaxed stretched out in his bed shown and presented well.

GRD DR F Martins GR CH and PR ABICASA CARMINA BURANA 24c FN 13.02.07
I have judged this girl many times before and there's not a lot to add, strong girl with excellent overall type, gorgeous deep blue expressive eyes, broad topline with large open based ears, pinky grey matching points colour, superb temperament and perfect condition.

RES Mrs C Meeks GR PR SHERMESE CHINA DOLL 24 FN 08.06.07
Dainty seal point lady, short wedge, large open based ears set well, lovely brilliant blue expressive eyes, uneven profile, level bite, chin ok, slender neck, svelte body, dainty legs and paws, tapering tail to balance. Dense seal brown points colour, lovely stockings, short close coat with tonal shading, delightful temperament shown and presented well.

1st and B.O.B Mrs M L Dawes BARBECCO AMIDALA 37h F 23.02.09
Flashy little miss just pocket size, strong even wedge, large open based well placed ears, oriental shape and set bright green eyes stright profile, level bite, firm chin, slender neck, long well covered body, dainty legs and paws, tapering long thin tail, rich warm chestnut brown short soft sound coat mingled well with tones of reds, very pale red underchin, balanced confident baby with a lot of style, shown in tip top condition presented perfectly.

2nd Miss FN Mc Dermands LORIMNALIE REGAL RUMPUS 37e F 10.01.09
Black oriental tortie, long wedge with pinch making her look square in the muzzle, ears of good size set a little high, olive green eyes held open, profile raised between eyes, level bite, chin ok, thin neck, long well nourished body, slender legs, spoon paws, long tapering tail to balance, black sound slightly long coat mingled well with tones of reds, delightful temperament, excellent condition.

1st and B.O.B Mrs B M Wills FIROUSI FARUK 48-40d M 10.02.09
Red point and white bicolour kitten, strong head, large well placed ears, oriental shape and set bright blue eyes, straight profile, level bite, firm chin, pink nose, slender neck, long firm body, fine legs and oval paws, tapering tail to balance, pale red and white ears, red on hocks, hard to see much white on coat at present, there were white patches on his back, a small amount on sides, he was fluffing out his coat today. Friendly temperament, shown well.

B.O.B only Mrs M L Dawes GR CH BARBECCO STAY WITH ME 32 5 M 18.09.06
Very elegant red tabby boy with a delightful temperament.

1st B.O.B Mrs J Pounds CH JOMESE JENNY MANYDOTS 32bi F 03.08.07
Attractive elegant seal tortie point who was looking good today a old friend of mine that i have written about many times before, beautiful warm seal brown mingled with lots of bright red, excellent overall type and style, relaxed and easy to handle shown and presented well.

2nd Mrs S Millers CATLANIC CHANEL 32bi F 17.07.08
Seal tortie point not as flashy as my winner and not such a good colour, good length wedge, deepset mid blue eyes, large well set ears, almost straight profile, bite looked level but there were a lot of front teeth missing, chin ok, long neck and body fine legs, spoon paws, short tail, very dark seal points colour mingled with pale reds, lovely blaze down her face, coat short and close lying with tonal shading, shown and presented well.

1st Mrs J C Siviter CH SIMPLISIAM SPECIAL MENTION 32c M 05.04.08
Nothing exaggerated about this cream boy, balanced good length wedge, deep set bright blue eyes, good size well set ears, straight profile, level bite, chin ebs, strong neck, compact body sturdy legs and paws tail to balance, pale powdery cream points colour, creamy white coat, relaxed any easy to handle, shown and presented well.

2nd Mrs V Sibley ATARIQ SIAN 24a F 28.08.08
Hard to handle as she was very grumpy today, medium length wedge, good size well set ears, oval cornflower blue eyes, profile raised between eyes, level bite, firm chin, elegant neck, long well toned body, fine legs oval paws, tapering tail to balance, darkish blue points colour, glacial white coat quite heavily shaded, shown and presented well.

3rd Mrs P Harpers LYNNOX JEZABELLE 24a F 26.06.08
Very stylish lady would have been my winner but her bite was badly undershott.

1st Mrs B J Duncan CH MALIKASIAM EMIR HARITH 24b M 11.03.05
Mature chocolate boy, very big and masculine, long wedge, broad topline large well placed ears, expressive deep blue eyes, long neck and large muscular body, tall legs and oval paws, tapering tail, very dark matching points colour, ivory coat with a small amount of tonal shading, very friendly boy shown and presented perfectly.

2nd Mrs Y Sibleys CH ABICASA PRINCESS ABIGAILLE 24n F 13.02.07
Strong female, good length wedge with small pinch, large ears requiring a touch more width between, oval vivid blue eyes, straight profile, level bite, chin ok. Strong neckline, long well toned body, tail to balance, blue toned caramel points colour, short close coat. Delightful temperament and excellent condition.

1st Mr A R and Mrs H M Single SINOPE FERN 24c F 24.07.08
Dainty little female still looking kittenish, even wedge, good size well set ears, oriental bright blue eyes, straight profile, level bite firm chin, thin neck, svelte body dainty legs and paws, tapering tail to balance, mid pinky grey lilac points colour, magnolia soft coat, very nervous today, shown and presented well.

2nd Mrs L Grays LYNNOX KASANOVA 24b M 23.09.08
Only just adult and rather immature, long wedge with pinch, large ears that he flattens, pale blue rather open eyes with spectacles around then, uneven profile, level bite, chin ebs, elegant neck, long well covered body, fine legs oval paws tapering tail to balance, warm chocolate points colour colour, short close ivory coat, shown and presented well.

1st Mrs M L Dawe BARBECCO OBI WAN 37d M 23.02.09
Flashy well balanced kitten with excellent overall type and style, strong even wedge, broad topline, large open based well set ears, deep green oriental shape and set eyes, straight profile, deep chin, level bite, slender neck, long well nourished body, dainty legs and paws long tapering tail, bright red sound short close coat. lovely kitten i could have taken him home, delightful temperament perfect condition.

1st Mrs H Roper POLLYBEE SILK EMPEROR 29c 06.10.08
Well developed kitten, good length wedge with small pinch, ears of good size just requires a touch more width between, deep green oval eyes set well, small bump on nose, level bite, firm chin, strong neckline, long well covered body, sturdy legs and paws tail to balance, frosty grey sound coat with a pinkish tone, relaxed and easy to handle shown and presented perfectly.

2nd Mrs E Saxon TORREYLANE COSMICCREEPERS 37 F 11.01.08
Oriental black kitten that lacks type, small ears that require more width between, pale green eyes, sound black coat small tail fault evident. Excellent temperament and condition.

1st Mrs W E Weaver SUNJADE SKIPPER 37k MN 27.10.07
Oriental cinnamon lad with superb type and style, short strong wedge, large open based well placed ears in line with the wedge. Oriental shape and set bright green eyes, straight profile, level bite, firm chin, elegant neckline, long muscular body, tall legs oval paws tapering tail to balance, warm cinnamon brown close short sound coat, super balanced lad with a wonderful temperament, shown and presented perfectly.

2nd Mrs R Ceci PR TOLEMAC TIGHTSQUEEZE 37a MN 25.02.04
Another handsome lad unlucky to meet winner today, longer wedge with small pinch, large well set ears, pale green oriental eyes, almost straight profile, level bite, chin falls back graceful neck, long well covered body, sturdy legs and paws tail to balance, mid blue sound coat, paler blue at back of ears, gentle boy shown and presented well.

1st Mrs A Lodwigs MAFDET MAFIOSO 24 MN 04.10.08
Elegant boy of only just 9 months, flashy balanced handsome chap, strong even lion like head, broad topline, huge open based well placed ears in line with the wedge, deep blue oval expressive eyes, straight profile, level bite, deep chin, elegant neck, long body, fine legs, neat paws tapering tail to balance, dense dark seal brown points colour, short close beige coat with light tonal shading, delightful purrer temperament shown and presented perfectly.

2nd Mrs P Harts CH and UK GR PR APRIKAT SKULDUGGERY 61t MN 21.05.04
Mature Balinese boy who i like very much indeed, very short strong wedge lovely eyes, good fine silky coat, laid back temperament pristine condition.

EX 2 Mrs M Wallace IMP GRD PR ROZANDEN SIMBA MFALME 32a MN 12.04.03
A favourite of mine, very handsome mature red point still retaining his type and style at 6 years old. Fabulous condition and presented perfectly.

Excellent show once again thanks to Jackie and Elaine, wonderful hospitality as usual. My spot prize was much appreciated. I was delighted to have Irene Roos steward for me, thank you so much for doing such a great job and I look forward to when we can work together again.
AV SLH GR PR NEUTER MALE; IGR PC; Stables IGR PR MERLIESIN CAISEAL BEAG Usual Somali lad of nearly six years old and still looking very impressive, wonderful depth of colouring to the coat with very good ticking. Moderate broad wedge with a brow. Gently rounded muzzle. Slight nose break and a level bite. Large ears set well apart with black tips and a cupped shape. Green colouring to well shaped eyes. Firm body with long legs and tufted oval shaped paws. Tail long and very well covered. Coat lying flat along the spine with a small ruff and good breeches. Very good black ticking and a warm apricot colour to the undercoat. Very well groomed with a wonderful personality and in tip top condition. RES IMP GR PC; Bennett GR PR MUNKCHIP HUNNYBEAR red birman not quite three years old. Another very large lad with excellent bone and very good weight. Medium size ears which are set well and good width to the cheeks. Almost round eyes and of a very good blue colour. Slight dip to the profile. Level bite. Coat fairly full with a slight golden hue and some undercoat. Ruff to frame the face. Well marked gloves, socks evenly matched. Gauntlets broad and even in length. Very good red to the points. Tail balances with the body.
AV SLH GR PR NEUTER FEMALE; IGR PC; Davies CH & GR PR SONNYWOOD NUTMEG tortie colourpoint ragdoll. Just over seven years old and looking in tip top condition. Ears slightly tilt forward and are well positioned. Flat plane to the top of the head. Gentle dip in profile. Cheeks full and muzzle nicely rounded. Level bite. Good eye shape and lovely depth of blue colouring. Soft texture to the body coat which had a nice undercoat and was clear. Very good red showing to the points. Tail reaches the shoulders and is nicely furnished. RES IMP GR PC; Loxton GR PR INNUENDO LILY OF THE VALLEY seal tortie birman just over four years old. Very well developed with strong bone and lovely weight. Ears of a good size and well set. Broad cheeks and a rounded muzzle. Medium length nose with a slight dip in profile. Level bite. Well shaped eyes and showing a nice blue colour. Gloves symmetrically marked. Left sock just a touch higher. Gauntlets broad and even in length. Slight shading to a fairly full coat with some undercoat. Very pale red to the tip of the tail which balances with the body.
BLACK OR CHOCOLATE SMOKE ADULT; 1 CC & BOB Peters ZAMBAKIE PRESIOUSOME black smoke of thirteen months old. Short cobby body which was set low on the legs. Small ears set well. Cheeks full and round. Skull nicely developed. Acceptable bite. Short broad nose with a good break. Very good black colouring to the mask and the body has a lovely depth of black covering some very good contrasts below. Legs sturdy and nicely rounded paws. Short full tail.
TABBY COLOURPOINT NEUTER; 1 PC & BOB Emery CH & PR BRENSHAM HONEYSUCKLEMOON seal tortie tabby of three years old. Very good bone and lovely weight. Ears well positioned just a little open at the base. Skull nicely rounded. Short broad nose with a good break and nice size leather and nostrils. Strong chin. Round eyes of a medium blue colour. Colour to the points still developing in the depth of colour. Nice seal brown with the red yet to develop fully. Some undercoat to the body which clear and soft in texture. Short tail well furnished. 2 Pepperell PR ADETSLO LADY LOUISIANA seal tortie tabby of two years old. Well balanced type just lost out to the winner today as the colours to the points were lacking in the richness and depth of colour. Some shading to the nape of the neck otherwise the body coat was almost clear with some undercoat present and soft texture. Small well positioned ears. Cheeks full and round. Short broad nose. Acceptable bite. Well shaped eyes of a medium blue colour. Well prepared coat and a short full tail.
CHOCOLATE NEUTER; PC WITHHELD 1; Stanbridge GR PR LEEROMAX JAYCEE now getting close to eight years old and I was sorry to have to withhold on this lad as I have judged him in the past but unfortunately his eye colour has now become very pale and almost green. His bite has now gone off centre although he has very few teeth left. Ears well set just a little open at the base. Skull well rounded. Cheeks of a good width. Short broad nose. Coat fairly long and with a small amount of undercoat. Some shading in colour to the flanks. Lightly covered tail.
EXOTIC SH TABBY OR TABBY & WHITE NEUTER; 1 PC & BOB Hancox PR LINNEL BROWN VELVET brown spotted lad sixteen months old. Excellent strong bone and very good weight. Short cobby body set low on the legs. Ears well positioned just a touch open at the base. Skull well rounded. Full cheeks. Short broad nose with a good break. Level bite. Bold eyes of a very good copper colour. Very good coat length and texture, standing away from the body. Some undercoat present. Broken spots to the sides with the odd one not yet broken. Short tail well furnished.
AOC NON SELF EXOTIC SH NEUTER MALE; 1 PC & BOB Clements SHEERBLISS CHIQUITITA black and white lad only just over eleven months old. Lovely bone and weight just standing a little tall on his legs at present. Full white collar and white patch to his left side. White up the flanks. Small amount of undercoat with a very soft texture, standing away from the body. Jet black and gleaming white. Nicely balanced type with well set ears just a little open. Nice width to the cheeks. Short broad nose. Acceptable bite. Very good temperament.
AOC NON SELF EXOTIC SH NEUTER FEMALE; 1 PC Clark CH HONEYGEM ETERNAL FLAME tortie smoke girl just over four years old. Lovely bone and very good weight. Very deep copper colouring to well rounded eyes. Skull nicely developed. Ears small and well positioned. Level bite. Short broad nose and nice break. Coat lacking in undercoat today, soft to touch. Very good length and texture, standing away from the body. Very good black and red to form the tortie pattern. Short tail lightly furnished.
BROWN OR BLUE TABBY MAINE COON NEUTER MALE; BOB; Turner PR MAJANCO INDIGO GEM blue tabby lad nearly three and a half years old. Excellent bone and very good substance. Rectangular body shape. Large ears set quite high with a good width apart. Cheeks fairly full and high set cheek bones. Eyes with a slightly oblique aperture and set and green in colour. Slight concave curve at the nasal bridge. Level bite. Square muzzle. Very good breadth and depth to the chin. A very impressive lad with a super temperament. Coat with varying lengths and a soft top coat with a good undercoat. Clear tabby markings. Tail lightly furnished and reaching the shoulder blades.
BROWN OR BLUE TABBY MAINE COON NEUTER FEMALE; 1 PC McCracken MAINENEWS EMLEE brown classic tabby girl who was a good size and weight for her age at just over ten months old. Large ears set quite high with a good width at the base. Cheeks fairly full and nice high cheek bones. Green colouring to the eyes which had a slightly oblique aperture and set. Medium length nose with a slight concave curve at the nasal bridge. Square muzzle can be felt. In need of a little more breadth to the chin. Coat just showing varying lengths with a soft texture to the top coat and lacking a little undercoat. Lightly covered tail. Well marked butterfly and good oysters. Tail very nicely furnished and reaching the shoulder blades.
SILVER TABBY SERIES MAINE COON NEUTER; 1 PC Fussell JULESCOON SAPPHIRENSTEEL blue classic silver tabby and white. Ten months old and with excellent strong bone and very good substance. Small tufts to large well positioned ears. Cheeks of a good width with high set cheek bones. Green eye colouring to well shaped eyes. Slight concave curve at the nasal bridge. Level bite. Square muzzle. In need of some more breadth and depth to the chin for better balance. A small amount of undercoat to a soft textured top coat of varying lengths. Silver evident all over. White to the paws, chest and tummy and a small amount of white to the nose. Tail with profuse and flowing fur and balances with the body.
BOB; Hancock PR JULESCOON SMIRNOFF ICE blue silver classic tabby not quite two years old. Another strapping lad with excellent strong bone and very good weight with a rectangular body shape. Large ears which were well set with small tufts. Cheeks fairly full with high set cheek bones. Square muzzle. I would have liked a little more breadth to the chin. Level bite. Slight concave curve at the nasal bridge. Nicely marked butterfly and oysters can be seen. Good tabby markings to the legs. Tail lightly covered with the odd ring and reaching the shoulders.
AC PERSIAN NOT FROM WILTS ADULT MALE; 1 Brown-Percival SANDIMAN ROGUE brown tabby and white exotic. Thirteen months old and a strapping lad with a short cobby body set low on the legs. Tiny ears well positioned. Good width to the cheeks. Large round eyes of a very good copper. Short broad nose with a lovely break and good size leather and nostrils. Coat of a very good length and texture standing away from the body. Some undercoat. White across the back towards the base of the tail, white patch to the back and a full white collar. Good tail. 2 Angus ANSTEYN REDHOT CHILLIPEPPER super red lad of fourteen months old. Huge chap with plenty of substance and well developed bone. Ears small in size and set low on the side of the head. Cheeks full and round. Eyes large and of a very good copper. Short broad nose. Level bite. Very long and full coat of a rich red which was sound and even to the roots. Nicely prepared. Short tail which is very well furnished. 3 Wall GR CH SHEERBLISS ENRICO blue and white exotic.
AC PERSIAN NOT FROM WILTS ADULT FEMALE; 1 Barrett FINCHFIELD FASHIONISTA black silver tabby exotic only just over ten months old. A girl I have judged on a number of occasions. Ears small and well set. Skull nicely developed. Cheeks full and round. Well shaped eyes of a very good copper. Short broad nose with a nice stop. Level bite. Coat of a very good length and texture, standing away from the body. Soft in texture. Strong black markings on a silver agouti ground colour. Tail with a few rings and balances with the body. 2 Colin TALSHIAR LIMITED EDITION lilac cream girl of eleven months old. Lovely well developed female. Well balanced type. Small well set ears. Well rounded skull. Cheeks full. Level bite. Short broad nose. Bold eyes of a medium copper colour. Coat fairly full and showing a lovely length. Pale cream and soft pinkish grey lilac which was very nicely intermingled. Tail showing both colours and well covered. Both colours to all limbs. 3 Bangs LAFREBELLA JAMILIAH black.
AV SLH SENIOR ADULT; 1 withheld. 2 Burns SUPATOFT SUPER NOODLE usual Somali female of just over five years old. I was sorry to have to withhold on this girl but unfortunately her bite is a little undershot. Nice size and weight with a firm body. Fairly moderate broad wedge with a brow. Eyes of a good shape and green colour. Level bite. Medium length nose with a slight break. Good black ticking to a fairly warm apricot undercoat. Good tail. 3 Hamilton CH XELALUV PARSHA seal colourpoint ragdoll.
AV NOVICE ADULT; 1 Griffiths MUSCAR JENICOL DJEDEFRE lilac birman of eleven months old. Very sturdy lad with super bone and weight. Medium size ears which are well set. Cheeks full. Well developed muzzle. Nice profile with a slight dip in profile. Eyes almost round and of a very good blue. Clear body coat, soft in texture and with a small amount of undercoat. Tail balances with the body. All feet markings level. 2 Basey-Fisher BIBOUKATZ OLYMPIC DREAM blue exotic ten months old. Short cobby body set low on the legs. Ears well set just a touch open at the base. Well developed skull. Cheeks filling out well. Round eyes of a very good copper. Short broad nose. Level bite. Coat of a very good length and texture, standing away from the body. Soft to touch and with some undercoat. Good tail. 3 Vale ADINOLO PHATPAWS BOOTIGIRL blue colourpoint ragdoll.
AC PERSIAN NON SELF BREEDERS KITTEN; 1 Swain QUARTET HOUDINI blue tabby and white lad of eight months old. A strapping lad with excellent bone and weight. Tiny ears. Skull nicely formed. Cheeks of an excellent width. Bold eyes of a very good copper. Short broad nose with lovely break. Coat long and full and well prepared. Clean and white with the tabby areas showing super tabby markings. Tail with the odd ring which was very full. 2 Harrington & Hardie NABOO DISCO INFERNO red tabby exotic kitten a real sweetie who is just over four months old. Ran the winner very close. A super little baby short cobby body with very good bone and lovely weight. Tiny well set ears. Skull well formed. Cheeks full and round. Eyes large and of a very good copper. Short broad nose with a super stop and lovely size leather and nostrils. Super coat which was soft in texture with a good undercoat. Standing away from the body. Short tail. Very good tabby markings evident. 3 Wilson TYTHERTON CANT BUY MELOVE blue tortie and white.

Thank you Elaine for inviting me to judge at this lovely and well run show. I had some lovely cats and really enjoyed the day, and thank you to my steward Mary Kitson.
Class 634a AC Burmese Junior Adult Male – 1 Matthews’ CH KATCHYN KONTIKI (27) M 07.02.08 – a well balanced boy with a short wedge, with excellent width at the cheek bones, and tapering to the short blunt muzzle. There is gentle rounding between the ears which are a good width apart. The ears follow the outline of the wedge and have a broad base and have gently rounded tips. The eyes, which are lustrous and have a good expression, have well rounded bottom lines and a flatter top line to the nose, the eye colour is a tone of yellow. In profile the brow is gently rounded, there is good depth to the head, and the ears have the correct slight forward tilt. He has a distinct nose break, there is a very slight roll off at the nose leather; a distinct chin, and his bite is level. He has a strong rounded chest and a straight back. The body is well muscled and weighty, with slender legs and neat oval paws. The tail is the correct shape, tapers to a rounded tip and is a good length to balance. The coat, which is close lying, is slightly long, and is an even warm tone of deep brown, with a satin texture. A lovely boy, with a super temperament; he purred all the time, and was shown in excellent condition.
2 – Jeffery’s ISSAMEE KATSPELL SUPANOVA (27d) M 25.08.08 – a red boy with a short wedge, with good width at the cheek bones, tapering to the blunt muzzle. There is gentle rounding between the ears, which are a good width apart. The ears follow the outline of the wedge, and are broad at the base with gently rounded tips. His eyes, which are expressive, are deep yellow in colour, have well rounded bottom lines and a slanted top line to the nose. In profile the brow is gently rounded. There is good depth to the head, there is a distinct nose break, and the ears have the correct slight forward tilt. The distinct chin is of good depth and his bite is level. His chest is rounded and his back is straight. He has a very well developed body which is muscular and weighty. He has slender legs and neat oval paws and his tail which is a good length to balance is the correct shape and tapers to a rounded tip. The coat is close lying, short and is a vibrant tangerine tone on the face and down the body, and had been well prepared and had a satin like texture. There is just one slight smudge visible on each of his knees, and a very faint broken necklace. Another lovely boy, with a super temperament.
3 – Hillman’s SEYSIANA SUNDAY BEST (27c) M 20.05.08 – a lilac boy with a short wedge, good width at the cheek bones and tapering down to the blunt muzzle. There is gentle rounding between the ears which are set a good width apart. The ears follow the outline of the wedge and are broad at the base and have gently rounded tips. The eyes are pale yellow, and have a rounded bottom line and slanted top line to the nose. In profile, the brow is gently rounded and there is good depth to the head. The ears have the correct slight forward tilt. The nose break is distinct, the chin is set back slightly, but is a good depth, and his bite is level. He has a rounded chest, and a straight back, a well developed and muscular body, which is a good weight. The legs are slender with neat oval paws. His tail is a good length to balance and tapers gently to the tip. The coat is clear and is a pale lilac tone, very close lying with a satin texture. He is a very friendly boy who likes being out of the pen.
Class 634b AC Burmese Junior Adult Female – 1 Greet’s JANAMEL ROTARA RIPPLE – (27h) - F – 18.06.08 – a very attractive chocolate tortie with a short wedge. There is good width at the cheek bones and the wedge tapers to the blunt muzzle. There is gently rounding between the ears which are a good width apart. The ears follow the outline of the wedge and are the correct shape, broad at the base with gently rounded tips. The eyes, which have a lovely expression, are a good shape and set, having the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top line to the nose, the colour is a shade of deep yellow. In profile the ears have the correct slight forward tilt. The brow is gently rounded. There is good depth to the head and a distinct nose break. The chin is level and of good depth; the bite is level. She has a gently roundly chest a straight back and a well muscled body with slender limbs and neat oval paws. Her tail, which is a good length to balance, tapers gently to the tip. The coat is close lying, short and consists of tones of chocolate and red, with a satin texture. An attractive girl; who was a little shy but showed herself well.
2 – Bones’ SYKRIS EYE CANDY - (27c) – F – 18.08.07 - an attractive lilac girl with a short wedge having good width at the cheek bones and tapering to the blunt muzzle. The ears follow the outline of the wedge; are the correct shape, being broad at the base with gently rounded tips. The top of head between the ears is gently rounded between the ears which are a good width apart. The eyes are a good shape and set, having the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top line to the nose, colour is a tone of deep yellow. In profile the brow is gently rounded and there is good depth to the head. There is a distinct nose break. The chin is level, but I would prefer to see a fraction more depth for perfection. Bite is even. She is a well muscled girl with a firm body, a rounded chest, a straight back, slender limbs and neat oval paws. The tail which balances, tapers gently to the tip. The coat is close lying and fairly short and is a pale tone of lilac with just a hint of a pink hue, and has the feel of satin. Very friendly girl, who purred all the time.
3 – Brininger’s OYIBO KARRIE-WHITCHIT – (27b) – F – 06.09.08 – a young chocolate girl with a short wedge with good width at the cheek bones, and tapering down to the blunt muzzle. Ears follow the outline of the wedge and are the correct shape, broad at the base with gently rounded tips. The top of head between the ears is gently rounded between the ears which are a good width apart. Eyes have good shape with the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top line to the nose; colour is a shade of deep yellow. In profile the brow is gently rounded and there is good depth to the head. The ears have the correct slight forward tilt. There is a distinct nose break, the chin is level and a good depth. Bite is level. She is a weighty girl and has a well developed body. There is a gently rounded chest, straight back, slender limbs and neat oval paws. The tail is a good length to balance and tapers gently to the tip. The coat is close lying, but slightly long and is a warm chocolate tone, and had been prepared well for the show. A pretty girl.

Class 635 – AC Burmese Senior Adult – 1 – Riddle’s – GR CH CATHERA PRECIOUS PEARL – (27h) - F - 31.07.03 - lovely short wedge with good width at the cheek bones tapering down to the short blunt muzzle. There is gentle rounding between the ears which are a good width apart. The ears follow the outline of the wedge and are a good shape with a broad base and gently rounded tips and continue the outline of the face. Very expressive eyes which are of good shape with the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top to the nose, colour is pale yellow. In profile the ears have the correct slight forward tilt, the brow is gently rounded. There is good depth to the head. She has a well defined nose break; a level chin which has very good depth and the bite is level. A well developed girl with a well muscled body. She has a rounded chest, straight back, slender legs, neat oval paws and well balanced tail, which tapers gently to the tip. The coat which has the feel of satin, is very close lying and short, and consists of shades of chocolate and red. Lovely girl shown in excellent condition, and a joy to handle.
2 - Wyatt’s - CH TYPHYA WARRIOR PRINCESS – (27j) – F – 05.03.07 – lilac tortie with a short wide wedge, with good width at the cheek bones tapering down to a blunt muzzle. There is gentle rounding between the ears which are a good width apart. The ears follow the outline of the wedge and are a good shape, having a broad base and gently rounded tips. There is gentle rounding between the ears between the ears which are a good width apart. The expressive eyes are of good shape, with the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top line to the nose. The eye colour is a deep tone of yellow. In profile the ears have the correct slight forward tilt, and the brow is gently rounded. There is good depth to the head, a well defined nose break; a level chin of good depth, and a level bite. The body is well developed and muscular, with a rounded chest, straight back, slender legs, neat oval paws. The tail which is a good length to balance tapers gently to the tip. The coat is fairly short and close lying, satin in texture, and consists of tones of lilac and cream. Another very attractive girl who handled well.
3 – Virtue’s – CH HOBBERDY HIGGLEDY PIGGLEDY – (27e) – F – 04.02.06 – a brown tortie with a lovely short wedge with good width at the cheek bones, and tapering down to the blunt muzzle. There is gentle rounding between the ears which are a good width apart. The ears follow the outline of the wedge and are a good shape, with broad bases, gently rounded tips and continue the outline of the face. Eyes are good shape with the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top to the nose, colour is pale yellow. In profile the ears have the correct slight forward tilt and the brow is gently rounded. There is good depth to the head, a well defined nose break; a level chin, bite is level. Her body is firm and well developed, with a rounded chest, straight back, slender legs and neat oval paws. The tail is a good length to balance and tapers gently to the tip. The coat is close lying, fairly short, with a satin like texture, and consists of tones of red and brown. An attractive and friendly girl.
Class 676a AV Not From Wiltshire Kitten Male – 1 – Thompson’s DULCAMARA CALLISTOS – (27b) – m 20.02.09 – he has a short wedge with good width at the cheekbones and which tapers down to a blunt muzzle. The ears follow the line of the wedge; have the correct broad bases, gently rounded tips and the correct slight forward tilt. The top of head between the ears is gently rounded and in profile there is a gently rounded brow. I would prefer a more distinct nose break, the chin is a good depth, but is set back slightly. The eyes are of good shape, having a rounded bottom line and a slanted line top line to the nose, the eye colour is deep yellow. His body is well developed and well muscled, with a rounded chest, a straight back, and slender legs and neat oval paws. He has a tail of good length to balance, which tapers to the tip. His coat is slightly long, but is a good chocolate tone which is very even. The coat texture is satin and very close lying. A friendly chap.
Class 676b AV Not From Wiltshire Kitten Female – 1 – Kenny’s – ARABOTH SAPPHIRE – (72 43s) – 14.11.08 – an attractive kitten with a short wedge with good width at the cheekbones, tapering to a lovely blunt muzzle. There is gentle rounding between the ears, which are set wide apart on the wedge. The ears are broad at the base with rounded tips and follow the outline of the wedge. The large eyes are the correct shape, having a rounded bottom line and a slanted line top line to the nose and are pale yellow in the hall light. In profile there is a gently rounded brow and good depth to the head. The nose has a distinct break, and is level with the chin; which has good depth. The bite is level. Her body is muscular and heavy for her age and she has slender legs and neat oval paws. The tail is a good length to balance and tapers to a rounded tip. There are some faint tabby markings on the legs, close to the knees. The coat is lightly shaded, giving the appearance of tipping. An extremely attractive kitten with a lovely temperament and extremely active.

2 – Batchelder’s – KYMIAN BLUEBELL – ( 27g) – 29.12.08 – a pretty blue tortie kitten with a short wedge, which has good width at the cheek bones and tapers down to the blunt muzzle. The ears follow the outline of the wedge and have good shape with broad bases and gently rounded tips. The top of the head between the ears is gently rounded. Eyes are of good shape having a rounded bottom line and a slanted line top line to the nose, the eye colour is pale yellow. In profile there is good depth to the head and the ears have the correct slight forward tilt. She has a distinct nose break, a level chin and level bite. Her body is well developed, with a rounded chest, a straight back and is muscular and weighty, with slender legs and neat oval paws. The tail is a good length to balance and tapers gently to the tip. Excellent coat which is very short and close lying, consisting of shades of blue and cream. Lovely temperament, and loved being handled.
Class 700 AC Burmese Breeders Neuter – 1 Riddle’s PR OAKFORD HARVEY WALLBANGER – (27) – MN – 03-07-02 – a handsome boy with a short wedge, having good width at the cheek bones and tapering down to a blunt muzzle. The ears follow the outline of the wedge, and are broad at the bases and have gently rounded tips. There is a very gently rounded top of head between the ears. The expressive eyes have the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top line to the nose, the eye colour is pale yellow. In profile there is a good depth of head, a gently rounded brow and the ears have the correct slight forward tilt. He has a distinct nose break and a good depth of chin, which is set back marginally. His bite is level. A well built boy with a rounded chest, a straight back, firm and well muscled body, slender legs and neat oval paws. Tail just balances and tapers gently to the tip. The coat is a warm deep brown tone, close lying and fairly short, with a satin texture. Very friendly boy who was purring all the time.
2 – Lang’s LAMONDOR DAMIR SUNDAR – (27C) – MN – 25.09.08 – this boy has a short wedge, which had good width at the cheek bones and tapers down to the blunt muzzle. The ears, which are slightly large in proportion, follow the outline of the wedge, and are broad at the bases and have gently rounded tips. The top of head is gently rounded between the ears. The eyes have the correct rounded bottom line and a slanted top line to the nose. The eye colour is a deep tone of yellow. In profile there is a gently rounded brow and the head has good depth. I would prefer to see a nose break with a little more definition, and the chin is set back slightly. The bite is level. He is a weighty cat with a firm muscular body, a straight back and slender legs and neat oval paws. The tail is a good length to balance and tapers gently to the tip. The coat is close lying, fairly short and is quite pale on the back, and in the hall light it appeared slightly blue toned.

Many thanks to Elaine & Jackie for asking me to Judge at their show. I enjoyed my day very much even thou my able steward Sue Goldsmith was unable to come as Sue was at my house looking after my very pregnant girl who decided to wait until Sunday anyway. Many thanks Sue. Till next time.

OPEN CLASS

1st GM - Pen 480 - Ms E Webb MC ALYS LH Tabby & White FN 22mths
Lovely girl, Big head with round large green eyes. Tall Tufted Ears. Very long white Whiskas. Pleasing tabby pattern with white on all 4 paws bib & tummy - Lovely full tail- Groomed to Purr’fection

2nd Pen 479 Mrs C A Tolhurst MC HEIDI - SH Tabby/tortie/white FN 6yrs
Nice girl - have written about heidi many times- for her frame she is overweight.

1st MC Pen 481- Mr P & Mrs P Imber MOET SLH Cream Tabby MN 3yrs
Lovely boy. Nice contrast to the light & dark cream making a pleasing tabby pattern. White on all 4 feet & chest- Nice head broad nose Large round Orange eyes Beautifully groomed from head to tail. Very friendly.\ On his own in the class but well deserved his 1st place & certificate.

1st MC Pen 482- Mrs S L Fisher JABBA SLH-cream point MN 3yrs
Lovely clear coat with all points matching- nice set ears fully furnished- Large blue eyes- Coat in excellent condition- lovely full tail all groomed to Purr’fection- Shows himself well. Another only cat in the class but again deserved his 1st MC

NON PEDIGREE - ROYAL CANIN - WESTERN CHALLENGE
CLASS 809 GINGER, GINGER & WHITE OR TORTIE & WHITE

1ST Pen 490 Mr A T & Miss R M Kitson WHISKY SH Ginger & White MN 4yrs
Lovely big gentle boy- round head, broad nose, patches of pristine white on ears, head & body. With rings on tail. Large paws strong legs - lovely lad.
Beautifully groomed.

2nd Pen 491 Mrs D Sparshott ROCKY SH Ginger & white MN 16mths
Lovely rich ginger & pale ginger tabby with clear white on chin & Chest- Wedge shape head with lovely broad nose lovely tall ears with white tufts.
Round orange eyes .

1ST Pen 495 Miss J South KAI Black/White/Brown MN 9mths
Nice black with white could not find any ‘BROWN’ - Shiny black with pristine white blaze to face broad nose- wedge shape head with tufted ears well built for age a typical ‘Felix’ cat lovely.

2nd pen 496 Mr C Stanbridge SOLITAIRE Chocolate Tipped MN 15 mths
Stunning blue eyes - lovely spots like a leopard- could not find any tipping. Lovely wedge shape head long nose lovely m to forehead. Tall ears well set- lovely silkie coat long tail with rings- two tone Whiskas

3rd pen 497 Mr A T & Miss R M Kitson SMARTIE SH-TRICOLOUR FN 4yrs
Lovely colours black ginger & white nice patches of all 3 colours. Neat legs and feet with all 3 colours on her tail. Lovely expression nice round green eyes, broad nose and well set ears, lovely .

PEN 492 Miss F Spencer LOULA SH Tortie Tabby & White FN 2yrs
Beautiful colours of white/ ginger and ticking over the tabby even on her legs cute ginger blaze on nose -overall so unusual -

2nd pen 479 Mrs C A Tolhurst. HEIDI SH Tabby/Tortie/White FN 6yrs
Pleasing coat pattern see class 796

X 2nd Mrs T Pepperell LILLY SH Grey Tabby F 18 weeks
SHAME SHE HAD TO BE IN WITH THE ADULTS.
Lovely grey with pale grey background almost a mushroom colour with spots and tail rings an absolute sweetie, one I could have taken home today. Showed herself well, very alert, loved to be cuddled should have a lovely show career. LOVE THE NAME.

3rd pen 489 Mrs M Howes MERRY POPPINS SH Tabby & White FN 9Mths
Nice girl - Nice little head with white blaze, neat ears Full White collar Nice soft coat with good shine .

X 3rd Pen 484 Miss E O’Neill ALFIE Black & White MN 1yr 9mts
Nice head with full even blaze, broad nose- shiny black with white on paws a bit grubby. Very calm boy- sprinkling of white hairs in the black - Full white collar.

1ST Pen 481 Mr p & Mrs P Imber MOET MN
On his own well deserved - groomed to Purr’fection. Well done

1st Pen 486 Ms L Hutchinson LEON SH Tabby MN 1yr
Brown Tabby- Lovely markings. Good size for age- Lovely soft coat Clear Green eyes full M on forehead - ringed tail - LOVELY.

1st Pen 487 Miss R Lynch TICO SH Tabby MN 8yrs
Excellent brown tabby - super head large green eyes - neat ears strong body and legs gentle giant- wonderful at 8 years old .

3rd Pen 488 Mr J E Emery & Mrs J D Emery MOUSE SH Tabby/White FN 9mts
Just an adult- a little stunner for the future. Lovely expression with round green eyes- lynx style ears that looked curled at the tip- nice spots to body and lovely rings to tail 4 white paws - sweet.

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Wiltshire & District Cat Club 4th July 2009

Wiltshire & District Cat Club
4th July 2009