Critiques

Judge: Mr Ian Pullin (Whitewalker)

Main awards
Best in Show & Best Dog: Collinson’s Vandreem Imperial Mario at Norjack
Best Opposite Sex & Best Bitch: Willcock & Ryan’s Dynar Absinthe Hemingway JW
Reserve Best Dog: Rojowska’s From Oslo With Snow White Touch of the Sky to Arcticuno
Reserve Best Bitch: Short’s Silbertips Star Attraction at Zakaytia
Best Puppy in Show: Hopkins Navratilova’s Dynar Sun King
Best Opposite Sex Puppy: Willcock & Ryan’s Dynar Temple of Beauty
Best Veteran in Show: Smaggasgale’s Zakaytia Guardian Angel
Reserve Best Veteran in Show: Sisneros’ Sarnoushka Summer Knight at Annecy

My sincere thanks to the committee of the British Samoyed Club for inviting me to judge and for making the day so enjoyable. The excellent-sized ring gave every dog plenty of opportunity to move and show themselves to their best. Thank you also to all the exhibitors for their entries and the wonderful sportsmanship shown throughout the day. I was particularly pleased with the quality of my winners, with some excellent examples of the breed coming through.

MPD (3)
1st Mr & Mrs Young’s Cocosamel Lisboa Biarritz. Just short of 8 months, with lots to like. Well-shaped, compact feet and stood soundly. Moved freely and confidently for his age, showing good drive and an easy, balanced action around the ring
2nd Mr Webb & Miss Bates’ Rosskaja Rhinestone Cowboy. Attractive youngster with plenty to like, well balanced with good breed type and sound movement. Needs time to mature and develop.

PD (2)
1st Hopkins Navratilova’s Dynar Sun King. 10-month-old strong, well-bodied youngster. Pleasing masculine head with good expression and balance. Well developed through the body for his age. Particularly impressed on the move, showing powerful, positive rear action with good drive. Best Puppy In Show.
2nd Peel’s Rosskaja The Gambler. Pleasing masculine head with a lovely expression. Particularly liked his front, standing well with good width and strength. Presented a balanced picture and showed himself well.

JD (2,1)
1st Mann’s Vandreem Imperial Linken JW. Young dog presenting a balanced outline. Particularly liked how well-laid his shoulders are, giving a clean, well-constructed front. Pleasing masculine head with well-set, correctly shaped ears, combining to give a lovely typical expression.

YD (0)

ND (0)

GD (1,1)

PGD (1,1)

LD (2)
1st Rojowska’s From Oslo With Snow White Touch of the Sky to Arcticuno. Quality, well-balanced male with a pleasing powerful, wedge-shaped head and typical expression. Well-laid shoulders with straight, muscular forelegs and good bone. Particularly liked his long, slightly spread feet, well cushioned with hair. A strong, typical dog who presented a balanced picture. Reserve Best Dog
2nd Helm’s Annecy’s Mischievious Max. 2½-year-old male with a pleasing wedge-shaped head. Almond-shaped, dark eyes giving an alert, intelligent expression, complemented by thick, well-set ears. Presented in a thick, weather-resistant coat with a soft, short undercoat and harsher outer coat.

OD (3,1)
1st Collinson’s Vandreem Imperial Mario at Norjack. A quality, masculine dog who immediately appealed for his overall breed type and balance. Lovely head and expression, well-set ears and good dark eye. Strong neck into well-laid shoulders, with a well-proportioned body and good depth. Excellent coat and presented a clean, typical outline. On the move he really came into his own, moving freely and powerfully with good reach and drive while retaining his shape. A sound, balanced and very typical Samoyed who gave me a lovely overall picture. Best Dog & Best in Show.
2nd Sisneros’ Sarnoushka Summer Knight at Annecy. Attractive male with almond-shaped, well-set dark eyes giving an alert, intelligent expression. Thick, well-set ears, slightly rounded at the tips. Well-laid shoulders with straight, muscular forelegs and good bone. Well presented in a thick, weather-resistant coat of good texture. Best Veteran Dog and Reserve BVIS.

VD (1,1)

MPB (2,2)

PB (2,1)
1st Willcock & Ryan’s Dynar Temple of Beauty. Litter sister to my BPIS and another very promising youngster with a super overall shape and balance for one so young. Particularly impressed on the move, free and effortless with strong, agile drive, showing both power and elegance while maintaining her outline. Best Puppy Bitch and Best Opposite Sex Puppy.

JB (0)

YB (1)
1st Hunt’s Artsam Beloved. Very well-conditioned young bitch, presented in excellent muscular order. Strong and well developed through the body, with a broad, muscular back and exceptionally strong loin.

NB (0)

GB (0)

PGB (2,1)
1st Howlett’s Artsam Bedazzled for Tiksi. Feminine, well-balanced bitch who, although out of coat today, had plenty to appreciate. Particularly liked her long, slightly spread and well-cushioned feet. Very sound behind, moving freely with strong, agile drive and a positive, parallel rear action.

LB (2,1)
1st McGreade’s Vandreem Imperial Ocean for Frostia. Quality, well-balanced bitch presenting a lovely overall shape. Pleasing wedge-shaped head with a typical feminine expression and shown in a good, weather-resistant coat. Excellent long, slightly spread feet, well cushioned with hair. Moved correctly and soundly, although seemed a little flat on the day and did not quite show herself to full advantage.

OB (5,2)
1st Short’s Silbertips Star Attraction at Zaykaytia. Super quality, well-developed bitch who impressed immediately with her balance and overall construction. Excellent front with well-laid shoulders, straight, muscular forelegs and good bone. Presented in a profuse coat, with excellent long, slightly spread well feathered feet. Very muscular behind with well-angulated stifles and well let-down hocks. Moved freely and soundly. Reserve Best Bitch.
2nd Bee’s CH Rosskaja Ginjo Pearl For Snowbiscuit. A quality bitch I have judged previously and many of the features I admired then I still appreciate today. Lovely feminine head and expression, excellent coat and a well-carried, profusely coated tail completing a very typical outline. Another quality bitch, but on the day I just preferred the movement of 1.

VB (2)
1st Smaggasgale’s Zakaytia Guardian Angel. I absolutely loved this 11½-year-old bitch. Beautiful feminine expression and excellent feet, presenting a lovely, balanced picture. Watching her glide around the ring was a joy, still moving with such freedom, grace and elegance at this age. A real credit to her owner. Best Veteran Bitch & Best Veteran In Show.
2nd Howlett’s Tiksi Forget Me Not. Lovely 7-year-old bitch shown in excellent condition and very well muscled throughout. Particularly liked her feminine, wedge-shaped head and pleasing expression. Strong, balanced and presented in excellent order, showing that she retains plenty of quality at 7 years of age.

GCB (4)
1st Willcock & Ryan’s Dynar Absinthe Hemingway JW. A super bitch who appealed throughout, beautifully balanced and presenting a most typical outline. Feminine yet strong, with quality throughout. On the move she excelled, free, effortless and purposeful with excellent reach and strong drive, retaining her shape throughout. Best Bitch and Best Opposite Sex in Show.
2nd Smaggasgale’s Zakaytia Guardian Angel. See VB.

Brace
1st Willcock’s. A well-matched brace who presented a pleasing, symmetrical picture. Particularly impressed by the handling, which allowed both dogs to show to their best. Moved together with balance and rhythm, maintaining their symmetry around the ring.
2nd Howlett’s. A pleasing brace who initially needed a little time to settle and find their rhythm. Once settled, they worked well together and moved around the ring in a much more coordinated and balanced manner.

Ian Pullin (Whitewalker)

Judge: Mrs Jan Milligan (Alfsden)

Main awards
Best in Show & Best Dog: Ch UK, AT, CH Sh, NL Holy Archie Orleansnow (Imp CZE)
Reserve Best in Show, Best Opposite Sex & Best Bitch: Ch Rosskaja Ginjo Pearl for Snowbiscuit JW
Best Puppy in Show: Vandreem Imperial Linken
Best Veteran in Show: Mangata Jade Knight

My sincere thanks to the Committee for the honour of this Samoyed judging appointment and for the confidence they placed in me. I was delighted to accept the invitation and thoroughly enjoyed my day. I would also like to thank the exhibitors for their excellent entry and for presenting their dogs in such good condition. I was thrilled by the overall quality of the entry which consequently made for some difficult decisions.

Dogs

MP (1)
1. Vandreen Imperial Linken Mann Well balanced youngster with good bone and substance for his age. He stood well and carried himself with confidence throughout. His head is developing nicely, with pleasing proportions and a good expression. Soundly constructed, moving well in both directions, maintaining a steady topline. Presented in good condition, he is a promising puppy who should continue to mature well. BPD, BPIB, BPIS.

J (1)
1. Artsam Shining Future Hiro for Hakumichi Forster A well grown youngster with good body and bone, displaying pleasing overall proportions and a nice length of neck. His eye for me was a little full, but he has many positive attributes. On the move he was somewhat erratic and easily distracted, which affected his overall performance on the day. As he matures and settles, I feel he should give a better account of himself.

Y (4) (1)
1. Novaskaya Yolo Lefay JW Haffenden Smaller in type but a well constructed youngster with good overall balance. He has a pleasing head with a masculine expression, complemented by well set ears and good proportions throughout. Moved freely and soundly, covering the ground well.
2. Artsam Shining Future Hiro for Hakumichi Forster See Junior Dog.
3. Artsam Bring the Moon Hunt Honey

PG (3,1)
1. Nikara’s Kamochi with Pashka Woodhead Slightly smaller in stature, but a quality exhibit with much to admire. He has a lovely head with a very typical Samoyed expression, complemented by well set ears, good pigmentation and a pleasing dark eye. Well balanced with good proportions throughout. Moved freely and soundly, maintaining his outline on the move. A worthy winner of the class.
2. Croftdouglas Brave Bundle Wilson A masculine dog with a lovely, typical expression. His eye was a fraction light for my preference, but he has well set ears and good depth of muzzle. Slightly longer in leg which gave him a taller outline. Moved soundly enough, just not quite the overall balance and outline of the class winner on the day.

L (2)
1. Samhaven Driftin High to Shianise Shepherd A well proportioned dog whose outline displays pleasing balance throughout. Masculine head with a nicely filled foreface, correct ear set and well placed dark eyes, giving an attractive expression. Good length of neck flowing into well laid shoulders. Moved well, maintaining a firm topline and correct tail carriage. During the challenge he tended to stand a little close and tucked in. I feel he is one who would have benefited from being shown outdoors. A super exhibit who pushed hard for top honours.
2. Annecy’s Mischievous Max Helm A smaller dog who was a little reluctant to show on the day. He has a good head with a pleasing expression, complemented by a nice dark eye. On the move he was a little erratic at times, which affected his overall performance. I feel he is another who would have benefited from being shown outdoors, where he may have been more relaxed.

O (3)
1. Ch UK, AT, CH Sh, NL Holy Archie Orleansnow (Imp CZE) Navratilova A good sized male with plenty of substance and unmistakably masculine throughout. He was presented in excellent form and immediately appealed for his balance, breed type and overall quality. Lovely length of neck with good angulation fore and aft, and I particularly admired his expression and typical Samoyed smile. Good pigmentation, strong bone and well off for underjaw. Moved well, maintaining a lovely outline and showing excellent balance throughout. A quality exhibit whom I was delighted to award Best Dog. BD BIS.
2. Rosnorske Royal Qui Gon at Glamyarn JW Kosmane A quality male with a good head and pleasing expression. Good bone and substance, with a well developed muzzle, although I would have preferred just a fraction more underjaw. Moved soundly and with purpose, maintaining a good outline. He just had not quite the overall balance and finish of the class winner on the day. Pushed hard for the Reserve Best Dog award with the winner of the Limit class, with his overall presence on the stand securing the honour. RBD.
3. Lacewood Winters Wish Vidak

Bitches

PB (1)
1. Luppussky Eos Skadi Wickenden A pretty 10 month old youngster with a feminine outlook. She has well set ears, a nice dark eye and a pleasing expression. I would prefer a little more strength and filling of muzzle, but she has a good length of neck and pleasing overall balance. A happy youngster who clearly enjoyed her day.

J (5) (1)
1. Artsam Butterfly Fowler A very attractive, pretty young bitch with a well balanced outline and enough bone and substance for her age. She has a lovely dark eye, well set ears and a pleasing expression, with good angulation both front and rear. I particularly liked her overall balance and proportions. She moved soundly and freely, presenting a pleasing picture both standing and on the move. Beautifully handled by a young man who was attentive to her throughout and got the very best from her.
2. Vandreem Imperial Ocean for Frostia McGreade A larger, longer cast bitch with good bone and substance. She has a good length of neck flowing into a balanced outline, with pleasing moulding of muzzle and an overall feminine expression. I would have preferred a slightly kinder eye to soften her expression. She is a well constructed youngster with much to like.
3. Artsam Beloved Hunt
4. Artsam Bedazzled for Tiksi Howlett

Y (3) (1)
1. Novaskaya Yva Lefay by Taronakits JW Brandenburg Smith Jackson I loved this young bitch. Super feminine with a beautiful, typical Samoyed expression and the desired “Samoyed smile”. She has well set ears, a lovely arched neck and is well balanced throughout, giving an attractive overall picture. She moved soundly, maintaining her outline, and impressed me with her breed type and quality. A lovely youngster with a bright future ahead of her, and a worthy RBB.
2. Artsam Bedazzled for Tiksi Howlett A pretty, feminine youngster with a pleasing overall outline. She has a good length of neck and presents an attractive picture. I found her a little finer in head than the class winner, with movement needing to tighten. A promising young girl with time very much on her side.

G (1)
1. Artsam Bedazzled for Tiksi Howlett See Yearling Bitch.

PG (3) (1)
1. Bondsmoor Moonlight Kiss JW Dodds A substantial girl who appealed for her expression. Feminine head which was well proportioned, lovely dark eye with well furred ears, good reach of neck and well balanced front and rear assembly, giving easy coverage of the ground.
2. Novaska Yelana Lefay at Pashka Woodhead A petite bitch with a good head and pleasing expression. She has good strength of neck flowing into well laid shoulders, and a body of good substance. Her ears were carried a little tightly at times. Her exuberance occasionally affected the smoothness of her movement, so she did not move with quite the same ease as the class winner.

L (5) (2)
1. Silbertips And All That Jazz JW Mann A well balanced bitch of good breed type with an attractive, feminine expression. She has a pleasing head with a flat skull and well filled foreface. Her eye placement is correct, although I would have preferred a little more obliqueness, but this did not detract from her feminine expression. Well set ears, a good depth of chest and a nicely arched neck complete the picture. Balanced throughout, she moved with good reach and drive, maintaining her outline on the move. Her nose lacked a little pigmentation on the day, but this did not outweigh her many virtues. A quality bitch and a worthy class winner.
2. Bondsmoor Kiss Me Kate Dodds Another quality girl with an alert, keen expression and good dark pigmentation. She was somewhat reluctant to show at times, although she also had plenty to say for herself! I feel she may have been another who would have benefited from being shown outdoors rather than in the hall, where she may have settled and shown better. She has nice bone, a good depth of chest and moved soundly enough with correct tail carriage.
3. Jewel Child of Joy Orleansnow Cornwell

O (4) (1)
1. Ch Rosskaja Ginjo Pearl for Snowbiscuit JW Bee A stunning girl of outstanding breed type and quality. She has a beautiful, feminine head with the most typical Samoyed expression and smile, enhanced by a lovely dark eye, well set ears and excellent pigmentation. Her good reach of neck flows into well laid shoulders, with good depth of chest and a well balanced outline. Well muscled throughout, with excellent front and rear construction, she excelled on the move, covering the ground effortlessly while maintaining a firm topline and correct tail carriage. A truly worthy winner of BB, RBIS, BOSIS.
2. Mishka Na Severe Kiss of the Rose (Imp CZE) Lukkonen A larger girl, yet she retains a pleasing feminine expression. She has a pretty head with excellent pigmentation, complemented by a good reach of neck. Well bodied and nicely balanced throughout, she moved soundly, maintaining a good topline.
3. Silbertips Star Attraction at Zakaytia (A.I.) Short

V (2)
1. Mangata Jade Knight McRobbie A 7 year old, larger framed girl who is well proportioned and carries good bone and substance. Her head is a little stronger than my personal preference, although she has a good muzzle and a pleasing length of neck, presenting a balanced overall picture. Moved soundly and steadily, giving a good account of herself. A credit to her owner for presenting her in such good condition. BVB and BVIS.
2. Karasea Orinoco Flow Brooks An 8 year old feminine girl with a pleasing head and lovely dark eye, giving a typical expression. Well balanced throughout with good angulation, she presented an attractive overall picture. Unfortunately, on the move she was inclined to pace at times, which affected her performance on the day.

GCDS (2)
1. Jewel Child of Joy Orleansnow Cornwell A larger framed bitch with good bone and a strong overall construction. She has a good dark eye, well set ears and a nice length of neck. For my personal preference, I would have liked a little more femininity and overall balance, but she moved soundly and gave a good account of herself on the day.
2. Samnouska Spirit of Dreams of Lacewood Vidak A 9 year old girl with a pleasing head and good eye, giving a nice overall expression. She is well balanced throughout, although she was lacking pigmentation in places on the day. On the move she was not as positive or purposeful as the class winner.

Ms J Milligan (Judge)

Judge: Mr Joe Smith

Main awards
Best in Show & Best Veteran in Show: Ch Taronakits It’s Kwest JW
Reserve Best in Show & Best Opposite Sex: Ch Vandreem Imperial Ripasso JW
Best Puppy in Show: Artsam Shady Lady For Archaeus
Best Opposite Sex Puppy: Vandreem Imperial Mario At Norjack
Best Opposite Sex Veteran: Zakaytia Angel Of Mine
Dog CC: Ch Vandreem Imperial Ripasso JW
Reserve Dog CC: Ch Vandreem Imperial Breeze Over Berezniki
Bitch CC: Ch Taronakits It’s Kwest JW
Reserve Bitch CC: Rosskaja Ginjo Pearl For Snowbiscuit JW

The British Samoyed Club Ch Show. 7th December 2025. My thanks to the club for inviting me to judge this very special show, grateful thanks to my stewards.

Minor puppy dog (1)
1st Hunt, Artsam Brag About It, 8 months and still very puppyish. Liked his size and outline. Pleasing head, well made body, excellent temperament.

Puppy dog (4)
1st Collinson, Vandreem Imperial Mario At Norjack. 11 months and a great future prospect. Well grown. With sufficient substance. Delightful head. Lovely eye and earset. Good front and rear angles. Very sound on the move. Super temperament. Best Puppy Dog and Best Opposite Sex puppy In Show,
2nd Hunt. Artsam Brag About It.
3rd Rojowska, From Oslo With Snow White Touch Of The Sky To Arcticuno.

Junior Dog (2)
1st Collinson. Vandreem Imperial Mario At Norjack.
2nd Haffenden, Novaskaya Yolo Lafay. 17 months, presents a typical balanced outline. A shade smaller than winner. Masculine head, lovely eye and pigment. Very good forehand. Excellent temperament. Not quite the rear drive of winner today.

Yearling Dog (2)
1st Brandenberg & Smith, Ch Nikara It’s Keats By Taronakits JW. 21 months and this quality male is yet to reach his best. Lovely head with very good balance with skull to muzzle. Super front assembly. Nicely ribbed, good topline. Sound rear. Easy action on the move.
2nd Woodhead, Nikara It’s Kamochi With Pashka. Another quality male with lots to like. Litter brother to winner. Lovely head type. Sound front. Moved very well. Great temperament.

Graduate Dog (1)
1st Cameron & Miles. Lumistarr I Predict A Riot At Serrenus. 19 months, pleasing male of good type. Well proportioned head. Eye of good shape and colour, well proportioned body presenting a balanced outline standing. Not in full coat. Confident mover.

Post Graduate Dog (1)
1st Shepherd. Samhaven Driftin High To Shianise, 22 months, typical head type. Correct ear set and good bite. Sound forehand, strong body. Good rear angles, sound easy action moving shown in full coat.

Open Dog (5)
1st Jebson & King. Ch Vandreem Imperial Ripasso JW Ch JW, Rising 5 and looking stunning. This lad is in his prime. He is so well balanced and so well constructed. His head and expression shout masculinity yet nothing is overdone. His front and rear angles are spot on. He moves with a very sound yet effortless action. Handled and presented expertly, Dog CC. Reserve Best In Show, Best Opposite Sex In Show.
2nd Bobrowski & Kirkwood. Ch Vandreem Imperial Breeze Over Berezniki. Another male out of the top drawer, Rising 4 so a tad younger than winner. His construction is second to none, excellent head, lovely neck and topline. Good forehand. Lovely feet. Lovely to feel good muscle tone under that super coat. Res Dog CC.
3rd Jebson. Ch Lovely Snow Diamonds Kristoph To Vandreem.

Veteran Dog (2)
1st Short, Zakaytia Angel Of Mine, 11 years, still showing his socks off. Scored for size and outline. Super head and expression. Liked his front and rear angualtion, coat in good order. Great temperament and attitude. Best Veteran Dog. Best Opposite Sex Veteran In Show.

Breeders Dog (1)
1st Jebson & King. Ch Vandreem Imperial Ripasso Jw Ch JW.

Minor Puppy Bitch (6)
1st Roberts, Artsam Shady Lady For Archaeus, at 8 months do we have a future Star?completely feminine with the most lovely head and expression. Even at this age her outline and balance is beautiful, loved her front and correct feet. Her body is so well made. Such an enthusiastic mover, fabulous temperament. Beautifully handled to coax every last ounce out of her. I loved her. Best Puppy Bitch and Best Puppy In Show.
2nd Fowler & Fowler. Artsam Butterfly. Litter sister to winner and she shares her sisters quality, another pup so typical of the breed. This is some litter. She scored for breed type, loved her size and headpiece. Her body is so well put together. Ans she has the same lovely nature as the winner.
3rd Hunt, Artsam Beloved.

Puppy Bitch (2)
1st Jebson. Vandreem Imperial Malari. 11 months and another lovely youngster, typical head of correct shape and balance. Well proportioned body. Liked her angulation both ends. Lovely outline on the stack. Super coat.
2nd McGreade, Vandreem Imperial Ocean For Frostia. Just 7 months and a little overawed by the proceedings, pretty head, soundly made body. Good feet.

Junior Bitch (3)
1st Brandenberg & Smith & Jackson. Novaskaya Yva Lefay By Taronakits. 17 months and another very promising youngster. Excellent outline standing. Lovely head type. Moved soundly with impressive rear action. Stunning coat.
2nd Woodhead, Novaskaya Yelana Lefay At Pashka, litter sister to winner, very similar type, pleasing head, correct earset, super neck and front assembly. Moved well both coming and going.

Yearling Bitch (1)
1st Naylor, Croftdouglas Sassy Sileas At Karenshko, 23 months, alone but lots to like, well made throughout. Good head and eye, correct pigment. Nicely ribbed, sound topline and tailset, good temperament.

Novice bitch (3)
1st Roberts, Artsam Shady Lady For Archaeus,
2nd Fowler & Fowler. Artsam Butterfly.
3rd Lukkonen, Mishka Na Severe Kiss Of The Rose,

Limit Bitch (5)
1st Bee, Rosskaja Ginjo Pearl For Snowbiscuit. 19 months of very good breed type. Feminine head. Lovely neck and front assembly. Good topline, croup and tailset. Well toned rear giving good rear drive on the move. In super coat and condition. Reserve Bitch CC.
2nd Rojowska, Maya Just Love Me Zagroda Puchatych To Arcticuno, 3 years, bigger type bitch with a heavier head type. Moved well enough, Good temperament.
3rd McGreade, Taronakits It’s Kaboo For Frostia.

Open Bitch (4)
1st Haffenden, Taronakits It’s Kayonova JW, 3 year old classy bitch of good breed type, liked her head, would like a tad more neck. Sound front. Strong rear. Confident mover. Shown in excellent coat and condition.
2nd Short, Silbertips Star Attraction At Zakaytia, 4 year with lots to like. Pleasing size and outline, feminine head, good front assembly, moved well both ways.
3rd Hunt, Ch Artsam Adored,

Veteran Bitch (1)
1st Brandenberg & Smith. Ch Taronakits It’s Kwest. Beautiul 7 year old who came saw and conquered, She excelled in size and outline, her head is quite lovely. Her expression captivating, She is so well consructed, very good front and a backend to match. Her movement is easy and effortless, especially when going round. Shown in full coat of correct texture, how could i resist her. My Bitch CC, Best Veteran Bitch, Best Veteran In Show and Best In Show.

Mr Joe Smith (Judge) 4/1/26

Judge: Mrs Sophie Wray-Ramsden (Takhisis)

Main awards
Best in Show: Cornwell’s Jewel Child Of Joy Orleansnow
Reserve Best in Show & Best Opposite Sex: Collinson’s Vandreem Imperial Mario At Norjack
Best Puppy in Show: Collinson’s Vandreem Imperial Mario At Norjack
Reserve Best Puppy in Show: Hunt’s Artsam Beloved
Best Veteran in Show: Short’s Zakaytia Angel Of Mine
Reserve Best Veteran in Show: Hawkins & Wintle’s Rosskaja Show Me The World

Thank you so much to the officers and committee for their kind invitation to judge at their club open show and to Vikki and Sue for their stewarding on the day. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with your lovely breed. Temperaments were, without exception, excellent as was presentation.

MPD (4)
What a super class of babies to start with. I’m sure they’ll swap places many times.
1st Rojowska’s From Oslo With Snow White Touch Of The Sky To Arcticuno (Imp.Pol) 8-month-old who appealed for his length of stride. Broad skull tapering to a muzzle of good length and width with good underjaw. Lovely dark almond eye, set obliquely and neat ears set well apart. Level back and good depth of chest, good bone and feet. I’d prefer a touch more neck to complete the outline. Well angulated front and rear which allowed him to move with ease, showing reach and drive.
2nd Hunt & Honey’s Artsam Bring The Moon, at just 6-months, this boy is showing a lot of promise. Balanced outline with good length of leg, good reach of neck and level back. Head developing nicely with broad skull, moderate stop and balanced length of muzzle. Super eye and well-set ears giving a super expression. Steady on the move, but I preferred the length of stride on the winner today.
3rd Forster & Forster’s Artsam Shining Future Hiro For Hakumichi

PD (1)
1st Collinson’s Vandreem Imperial Mario At Norjack, 9-month-old boy I judged and liked when I awarded him PG1 at Boston open Show at just 6-months and it’s nice to see he is still fulfilling that early promise. In balance throughout. Super wedge head, with a broad, flat skull and well-rounded muzzle of good length with clean stop and good underjaw, lovely eye of correct set and shape and well-set ears of good size giving an alert and smiling expression. Neck of good length with well laid shoulder and super return of upper arm. Level back of good length with short loin and super hind angulation, with well bent stifle and short rear pasterns and high set tail carried well. Sound on the move, covering the ground with ease and with effortless drive. Pleased to award him Best Dog, Reserve Best in Show and Best Puppy in Show. Best of luck with him in the future

JD (2)
2 boys of very different styles in this class.
1st Kosmane’s Rosnorske Royal Qui Gon At Glamyarn JW, 17-month-old who appealed for his overall proportions and size. Good head of good size and shape with a super muzzle and underjaw, with lovely eye and ears of good size, set correctly well set. Good depth chest and length of leg with a well angled front and rear. A touch close behind but good drive and reach going round.
2nd Haffenden’s Novaskaya Yolo Lefay, 16-month-old of smaller build. Lovely head and muzzle with a super eye. Well set ears, but I’d prefer a touch smaller. Lovely neck and level back with a well laid-back shoulder and good return of upper arm but a touch shorter. Well angulated rear with good bend of stifle. I’d have preferred more length of leg. Good length of stride but a bit close behind going away.

YD No Entries

ND (2)
1st Willcock’s Dynar At Mignight, 8-month-old. Flat skull and well-rounded muzzle of good length with almond eye of good size. Ears wet wide, but I’d prefer a touch smaller. Good length of neck and back with good length of leg and depth of chest. Well laid shoulder but a touch steeper in upper arm. I’d prefer a touch more bend of stifle but was balanced and sound on the move.
2nd Haffenden’s Novaskaya Yolo Lefay, as before.

GD (2)
1st Gwynne’s Rosnorske Royal Kylo, 17-month-old brother to the JD winner. Lovely wedge-shaped head with a broad, flat skull and well-rounded muzzle of good length and good underjaw. Super almond eye and well-set ears of good size and texture. Good outline with a neck of good length and level back, good depth of chest and length of leg. Well angulated front and rear with good bone and feet. Well set tail carried correctly. Sound and balanced on the move, with reach and drive.
2nd Haffenden’s Novaskaya Yolo Lefay, as before.

PGD (2)
1st Haffenden’s Novaskaya Yolo Lefay, as before.
2nd Hawkins & Wintle’s Rosskaja Giorgio Armani, 3-year-old. Head of good width with a super muzzle. Eye of good size and ears set apart but rather thin and missing the rounded tips. Just enough neck and good length of back, but I’d prefer more length of leg. Super hind angulation which gave plenty of drive but straighter in front which affected his length of stride.

LD (1)
1st O’Dwyer’s Aspenbeauty Making Dreams For Kalinski (Ai) (IMP AU) 4-year-old boy who I really liked as he has a super outline. Broad flat skull and muzzle of similar length but I’d have preferred a little longer throughout. Lovely eye of good size and set, with well set ears of good size. Lovely neck with good depth of check and good length of level back and well-set tail. Well angulated front and rear. Moved well in profile but was throwing a leg out going away, which was a shame.

OD (2)
1st Navratilova’s Ch Holy Archie Orleansnow (IMP CZE), 3-year-old. Very masculine with a lovely head and expression. Flat skull of good width, strong muzzle and good stop. Super almond eye, of good size and set correctly and well-set ears. Good outline with lovely neck and back of good length with deep chest and well sprung rib. Well laid-back shoulder, but a touch steeper in upper arm. Well bent stifle and short rear pasterns. Balanced and sound on the move, but I’d prefer more reach.
2nd Webb’s Gold Charm Polaris Royal Dreams (IMP UKR) 5-year-old who is very similar in style to the winner. Lovely head, although I preferred the eye on 1st. Good outline with good length of neck and back and well-set tail although I’d prefer just a touch more length of leg. Super hind angulation but also a touch steeper in upper arm and was pinning in slightly coming towards me.

VD (1)
1st Short’s Zakaytia Angel Of Mine, 10-year-old in super condition, and happy to tell everyone how much he was enjoying his day. Lovely, well-proportioned head with flat skull and good length of well filled muzzle, super eye and well-set ears of good size with excellent teeth and underjaw. Lovely, balanced outline with a well arched neck of good length and level back with good depth of chest and high set tail. Well angulated front and rear which meant he could move easily, with reach and drive, not showing his age at all. Pleased to award him Reserve Best Dog and Best Veteran in Show

GCD (1)
1st Hawkins & Wintle’s Rosskaja Giorgio Armani, as before

MPB (4,1)
Another class of 3 lovely babies, again I’m sure they’ll change places often. Interesting to note that my first two in this class are litter sisters to 2nd and 3rd in MPD, what a super litter!
1st Hunt’s Artsam Beloved, very moderate throughout and nothing exaggerated about this 6-month-old girl. Lovely wedge head and good length of muzzle of good width and good underjaw. Super almond eye and neat ears of good thickness set wide apart giving a super, feminine expression. Lovely outline with a neck of good length with a lovely arch, and level back and deep chest. Good leg to height ratios and good bone and feet. Well laid shoulder with ok return of upper arm, in balance with her hindquarters. Balanced and free on the move. Best Puppy Bitch and Reserve Best Puppy in Show, best of luck with her in the future.
2nd Roberts’ Artsam Shady Lady For Archaeus, as you would expect, so very similar to her sister and so much to like, I really was splitting hairs between the 2. I preferred her return of upper arm, but today I’d like a bit more length of leg for a more balanced overall outline. I’m sure they’ll swap places many times and, again, best of luck with her in the future.
3rd Avsiukevich’s Vitvarg Algiz Shieldheart

PB No Entries

JB (3,2)
1st Webb & Bates’ Rosskaja Ginato Clementino, 17-month-old with lots to like. Shorter and broader in head but balanced and a clean wedge. Lovely eye of good shape and size, set correctly and the neatest of ears of good texture set wide apart giving a lovely, feminine expression. Super outline with a good length of neck and level back giving a balanced outline with high set tail. Well laid shoulder and good return of upper arm, with good bone, flattish feet and good pasterns. Super rear pasterns and well bent stifle. On profile, moved well with reach and drive, just pinned in slightly coming towards. Was in my mental shortlist in the challenge later on.

YB (1, 1)

NB No Entries

GB (2,1)
1st Avsiukevich’s Vitvarg Blossom Juliet Rose, 3-year-old and finer throughout. Wedge head but lacking width in skull and muzzle. Lovely eye of good size and shape, well set ears, although I’d prefer a touch smaller. Good outline with a well laid shoulder but shorter in upper arm. Good feet and short rear pasterns. Moved soundly but would prefer more length of stride.

PGB (3,1)
1st Willcock’s Dynar Viennese Whirl ,3-year-old and moderate throughout. A touch longer in body but with good leg length. Balanced head with good width of skull, good stop and lovely eye. Ears set well giving an alert expression. Well laid-back shoulder but a touch shorter in upper arm. Good hind angulation with short hocks and well bent stifle and good feet. Sound on the move with plenty of drive, but I’d have preferred more reach.
2nd Bramley & Watts’ Santaviga Aurora Adasca, 3-year-old with a lot to like standing. Good head with skull of good side, slightly shorter muzzle but of good width. Lovely eye and well-set ears of good size. Nice outline and well angulated front and rear but a touch longer in body and I would prefer a stronger topline. Enough reach on the move but lacked drive.

LB (3,1)
1st Cornwell’s Jewel Child Of Joy Orleansnow, 3-year-old who appealed for her overall soundness and balance. Lovely wedge head with a flat skull, well rounded muzzle of good length, good stop and good underjaw. Super almond eye of good size, set obliquely and well-set ears of good size and texture which all gives an alert expression. She has a super outline, with a lovely arched neck of good length and good length of firm, level back with short, strong loin. Chest is deep and well sprung, with good length of leg. Well laid shoulder and good return of upper arm with super hind angulation in balance. Good bone and feet. Very balanced on move, with an easy stride and sound coming and going. Delighted to award her Best Bitch and Best in Show, well done.
2nd Mann’s Silbertips And All That Jazz JW, 3-year-old with a lot to like standing, just sadly didn’t get into her stride which made her movement difficult to assess. Well balanced head with well set ears. Slightly fuller in eye, but a good expression. Good outline and well angulated front and rear, although I’d prefer a touch more length of leg and stronger front pasterns.

OB (2,1)
1st Short’s Silbertips Star Attraction At Zakaytia (A.I.), lots to like about this 4-year-old. Lovely head with a super eye and well set, neat ears. Muzzle of good size, in proportion to her skull, and good underjaw. Super neck with a level back and good depth of chest. Well angulated front and rear with well laid shoulder and good return of upper arm, short rear pasterns and good bend of stifle. Moved with reach and drive. Just lost out in the challenge as she wasn’t quite a positive coming towards me as the limit winner, but thoroughly deserved Reserve Best Bitch, well done.

VB (2)
1st Hawkins & Wintle’s Rosskaja Show Me The World, 7-year-old who appealed for her overall size and outline. Nice head, well balanced with a broad skull and well filled muzzle of good length. Lovely eye of good size and shape with neat ears set well apart giving a feminine expression. Lovely outline with good neck and length of back, good depth of chest and proportion of leg. Well angulated front and rear which allowed her to move with reach. Best Veteran Bitch and Reserve Best Veteran in Show
2nd Collinson’s Ch Nikara Secret Love By Norjack JW, 7-year-old of a very different style, and with lots to like. Very pretty with a skull of good width tapering to a well filled muzzle. Lovely eye of good shape, set correctly and ears set well apart. Good neck and length of firm back with well sprung rib. I preferred the leg proportions of the winner. Super bone and feet and well angulated front and rear. Balanced on the move.

GCB (2,1)
1st Cornwell’s Jewel Child Of Joy Orleansnow, as before

Brace D/B (1)
1st Willcock with mother and son, who matched each other perfectly on the move, well done.

Judge: Mrs Jane Paradise

Main awards
Best in Show: Zakaytia Angel of Mine
Reserve Best in Show: Ch Holy Archie Orleansnow (Imp CZE)
Best Opposite Sex: Maya Just Love Me Zagroda Puchatych Przyjaciol to Arcticuno (Imp POL)
Best Puppy in Show: Novaskaya Yolo Lefay
Best Opposite Sex Puppy: Original Beauty Lady Orleansnow (Imp CZE)
Best Veteran in Show: Zakaytia Angel of Mine

Thank you to the Club for this invitation to judge at the Open show held in conjunction with Birmingham National Dog Show, and for the gift which was much appreciated. Apologies to the exhibitors for the late start of the Club show, due to the breed being scheduled after another breed and delayed due to the National show judge having three other breeds to judge first in another ring. Many of the dogs were a little fidgety and I think they were finding it rather a long day.

MPD (0)

PD (2)
1. Haffenden’s Novaskaya Yolo Lefay. 10 months. A lovely start to the Club show with a top quality puppy displaying correct balance. Loved his size & width all through. Ex scissor bite. Dark eyes with dark rims. Ears well furred inside. Silver tips to coat. Ex sweep of stifle & strong hocks. Moved very smartly at just the right speed. BPD & BPIS.
2. Gwynne’s Rosnorske Royal Kylo. Up to size, well off for bone. He has a scissor bite, bright eyes, ex plume to keep him warm at night. He strides around the ring with confidence but I preferred the rear angulation & hocks of 1st & he would benefit from not being moved at such a fast speed.

JD (3)
1. Brandenberg & Smith’s Nikara It’s Keats by Taronakits JW. Masculine & has pleasing substance. Hands width between forelegs, 10% longer than high & well laid shoulders with ex turn of stifle. Black lips & eye rims, carrying a plush coat, tail set & carried well. He is a coiled spring just waiting to go into action & so playful on the move. Great character.
2. Woodhead’s Nikara It’s Kamochi with Pashka Liked his size at 14 months old, ex scissor bite. Well furred ears. Tail set high & carried well at all times. A tendency to stand with forefeet turned out a little.
3. Kosmane’s Rosnorske Royal Qui Gon at Glamyarn. 10 months old & really would not want him to grow on any more. Ex coat presentation.

YD (1)
1. Wilson’s Croft Douglas Brave Bundle. 15 months, lively & alert. Brown eyes, ex lip pigment, he is a little narrow in front. Would just prefer a little more layback of shoulder & return of upper arm. Moved enthusiastically.

ND (1)
1. Helm’s Annecy’s Mischievous Max. Aptly named, he is viocal to let you know he is present & he is a clown, playing around and pre-occupied with anything but the job in hand. Lovely head & expression with width of muzzle, with a well balanced outline. A tad high stepping in front & moving close. Ex texture coat with silver tips.

GD (0)

PGD (1)
1. Rosnorske Royal Qui Gon at Glamyarn (see JD)

LD (1, 1a)

OD (1)
1. Navratilova’s CH Holy Archie Orleansnow (Imp CZE). Ex substance & masculinity, scissor bite, ears are thick at base. Neck flows into straight topline & he has well turned stifles. Deep chested, sporting a thicker mane, ex snowshoe feet. An energetic mover. RBD. RBIS.

VD (3, 1a)
Both ten years young. 1. Short’s Zakaytia Angel of Mine. A fabulous boy in mature coat & ex condition all through. Everything in proportion. Ex scissor bite, slightly rounded ear tips, strength of muzzle & masculine headpiece with a typical smile. A picture on the stand and moving where he moves straight & true with perfect footfall. BD. BVD. BIS. BVIS.
2. Young’s ’s Furzeland Devon Blaze Avec Cocosamel. Biscuit coloured with parkling eyes, ears thick at base & blending into the head coat. Just slightly narrower in front than 1st. He moves with style & purpose.

GCDSD (0)

MPB (1)
1. King & Jennings’ Original Beauty Lady Orleansnow (Imp CZE). At 7 months this lovely feminine girl has the darkest of eyes & neat ears, she is so nicely balanced, & she moves with impressive co-ordination for her age. Ex depth of chest & straight forelegs. Well set tail, held correctly. An easy flowing stride she covers the ground effortlessly. BPB. BOSP.

PB (2, 1a)
1. Woodhead’s Novaskaya Yelana Lefay at Pashka. 10 months, feminine & nice for size & bone, with a friendly lively disposition. Thick plush coat. Clean eyes & strong neck. Strong hocks. Would prefer more layback of shoulder & less lift of forelegs when moving.

JB (4, 2a)
1. Dodds’ Bondsmoor Moonlight Kiss. Just turned 12 months so only just out of puppy. 10% longer than high & an ex example of balance. Lovely plume to curl around her when sleeping. Moves with reach & drive as to be expected from her correct angulation. A real quality girl that should have a bright future.
2. Naylor’s Croftdouglas Sassy Sileas at Karenshko. Squarer in build but with good bone. Liked her pigment, bite, expression & arch to neck. A little tied at elbow so forefeet turn slightly outwards.

YB (1)
1. Wilson’s Gwyneira Scarlet Witch JW. 21 month of age & a quality girl with much to appreciate all through with her general make & shape. She moved out with purpose, moving straight & soundly.

NB (0)

GB (1)
1. Bramley & Watts’ Santaviga Aurora Adasca. 2 year old exhuberant girl that is well made overall but a little straight in stifle. Somewhat erratic when moving. If moved slower she may be more calm & easier to assess.

PGB (4, 3a)
1. Rojowska’s Maya Just Love Me Zagroda Puchatych Przyjaciol to Arcticuno (Imp POL). Stood alone, but such a quality girl with workmanlike attitude. Head down & ready to pull a sleigh, with great forward reach & matching rear drive from her powerhouse. Stand off plush coat with glorious plumage. A stunning girl. BB. BOS.

LB (4)
1. Hansell’s Taronakits Its Kalyra JW. Beautifully balanced & a lovely silhouette. Her coat length underneath can make her look short legged which she is not. Each part flows into the next. Sh comes into her own when moving where she performs the perfect triangle with reach & drive & ex side gait. RBB.
2. Haffenden’s Taronakits It’s Kayonova JW. A close decision between these first
2. Loved her head & expression but just preferred the movement of 1st today.
3. McGreade’s Taronakits It’s Kaboo for Frostia. Another litter mate to the first 2 in this class. Would prefer a better bite, but a pretty specimen who moved well.

OB (3, 1a)
1. Short’s Silbertips Star Attraction at Zakaytia (AI). Feminine, whilst displaying good bone & substance. Dark eye rims & lips. Straight forelegs with slightly sloping pasterns. Level topline & firm second thighs with moderate rear angulation. Moves with precision.
2. Young’s Cocosamel Camelia JW. Slightly taller, she has large feet for tackling the snow. Distinct mane & ex strength of neck. Moving purposefully.

VB (3)
1. Young’s Cocosamel Misia. Thick coated but not overdone. Plush ears with thick inside furring. Straight forelegs and at 8 years old she was the best mover in this class showing style & moving with great coordination. BVB.
2. Brooks’ Karasea Orinoco Flow. Thick coat with ex tail plume. Well off for bone, dark glistening eyes. Today she was crabbing a bit & rather erratic when moving.
3. Vidak’s Samnouska Spirit of Dreams of Lacewood. Nicely made girl with snow feet, ex shoulder placement. A little longer cast & more coat than ideal but very possibly due to hormones. Very attentive to handler.

GCDSB (1)
1. Samnouska Spirit of Dreams of Lacewood

Brace (1)
1. Young’s brace. Well matched pair that moved well together around the ring in total coordination.

Jane Paradise (Judge)

Judge: Mrs Vikki Lloyd (Arianrhod)

I was delighted with the entry, given that Storm Darragh hadn’t quite blown itself out yet. The dog exhibitors are a tough species. Thank you for braving the storm.
I had avoided watching Samoyed judging for some time. It was good to see there were several new, or at least new to me, exhibitors and dogs. The dogs are as lovely as ever, full of smiles and wagging tails, faultlessly presented whatever the weather throws at us. This is the most beautiful breed in the world. Today the bitches had more quality in depth and gathered up most of the top awards. From a breeder’s point of view it’s a reason to rejoice: you can’t create a good, consistent line without a good bitch!

BIS Milne’s Lumistarr Love Me For Life
RBIS Johnson’s Ch Nikara Sweet Dreams for Kimeekasams
BOSIS Moody & Haffenden’s Ch Novaskaya Xander Lefay JW
BPIS Brandenberg & Smith’s Nikara It’s Keats
BOSPIS Webb & Bates’ Rosskaja Ginato Clementino
BVIS Collinson’s Ch Nikara Secret Love by Norjack JW
BOSVIS Short’s Zakaytia Angel Of Mine

Baby Puppy (4) The first time BSC have scheduled a Baby Puppy class. All four of them are from the same litter, and what a good litter at that. Very promising.
1st Moody & Haffenden’s Novaskaya Yuri Lefay Little to separate the first and second, the winner just edged it on ring presence, steady show-off already. Sweetest of heads, lovely balance and moved accordingly.
2nd Brandenberg & Smith’s Novaskaya Yva Lefay Female variation on the same theme, the Sammy smile, the good balance and happy ring presence, lots of puppy coat.
3rd Woodhead’s Novaskaya Yelana Lefay at Pashka So close to her siblings, it was difficult to separate them, and what can I say about these babies who have years to reach full maturity yet. You have lovely puppies, enjoy!
Res Lord’s Novaskaya Yana Lefay

MPD (6, 0) It was an absolute joy to see the quality line-up of male puppies, after such a long time! Many a show has been lucky to get two. These boys will change places several times in the future.
1st Dent’s Bondsmoor Wolfmoon Into Snowsense 7 months on the day, well grown male of very good type. Good head and expression, well laid back shoulder, good angles. Good body and bone. Moved out well, a quality puppy.
2nd Kosmane’s Rosnorske Royal Qui Gon at Glamyarn Close up to 1st, Good wedge head, lovely pigmentation and dark eye. He stood four square and moved well. Very promising.
3rd Wilkins’ Rosnorske Royal Lando Litter brother to 2nd, also a promising puppy with much to like. Not quite as together as his sibling at this early stage.
Res Gwynne’s Rosnorske Royal Kylo
VHC Cameron & Miles’ Lumistarr I Predict A Riot at Serrenus

PD (4)
1st Brandenberg & Smith’s Nikara It’s Keats Handsome lad who carries himself really well. Good outline and balance, on closer look he has a typical wedge shaped head, yet to broaden with maturity. Lovely smiling expression, good eye set and correct stop. Arched neck into well laid shoulder and angle of upper arm, level back and correct rear angles. Promise of a good deep ribcage and strong loin. Plenty of beautifully presented puppy coat. Movement as good as his looks. BPD and Best Puppy In Show
2nd Dent’s Bondsmoor Wolfmoon into Snowsense
3rd Woodhead’s Nikara It’s Kamochi with Pashka Litter brother to 1st, attractive puppy and many of the same comments apply. Good head and general balance, moves well, maybe not quite the X-factor, but a very promising puppy.
Res Shepherd’s Samhaven Driftin High to Shianise

JD (1)
1st Brandenberg & Smith’s Nikara It’s Keats

YD (1, 1)

ND (1)
1st Brandenberg & Smith’s Nikara It’s Keats

GD (no entries)

PGD (no entries)

LD (4, 1)
1st Webb’s Gold Charm Polaris Royal Dreams (Imp Ukr) Masculine mature dog, well built and sturdy. Head proportions correct, good pigmentation, dark eye, good stop , well set ears. Good shoulder and upper arm, well ribbed body, strong loin. Level back and good bone.
2nd Vidak’s Lacewood Winters Wish A dog with attractive expression, correct muzzle and pigment. He’s a different type, lighter in build and a touch longer cast. Well angulated front and rear, good tailset and lovely feathered feet
3rd Humphrey’s Tiksi Time After Time This is a lightly built dog with really good coat texture which helps him look more substantial. Movement is ok

OD (4) Only 4 entries, but a what good class this was.
1st Tarasinska’s Siberianmist Odin Gorgeous masculine dog from his typical head to his well fur covered feet. Proudly arched neck into good shoulder, level back, good tailset. Good slope of shoulder and angle with upper arm, and he has a forechest! Well ribbed and coupled, correct bend of stifle, in full well textured coat. Moved with drive. Pushed hard for top honours. RCC
2nd Navratilova’s Ch Holy Archie Orleansnow (Imp Cze) Another beautiful, typical Samoyed, correct head, dark eye, well set ears, broad skull, and a stunning smile. He carries himself well, showing his correct construction, good angles at front and rear. Another good mover. Not wearing his full winter coat yet.
3rd Woodhead’s Nikara Secret Wish with Pashka Lovely Samoyed, masculine head, well constructed and sound. Also still short of his winter coat, but this just serves to show his correct build.
Res Milne’s Lumistarr This Is How We Do It

VD (2)
1st Short’s Zakaytia Angel Of Mine 9 years young and going strong, a handsome dog with good head and skull, arch of neck and front angles. Good body and bone, well muscled rear with enough bend of stifle. Good harsh coat. Good mover.
2nd Young’s Furzeland Devon Blaze avec Cocosamel I was pleased to finally discover a biscuit shaded Samoyed, up to this point there hadn’t been even a tiniest shaded edge on a Sammy ear. This is another 9 year old, fit and well. Expressive face, good dark eye and correct length of muzzle. Level back, body well ribbed up, good bone. Moved well – but then a 9 year old Samoyed really isn’t old. A touch high on the hock.

BrD (1)
1st Moody & Haffenden’s Ch Novaskaya Xander Lefay JW Stood alone. Another biscuit shaded dog, shapely and well balanced. Handsome and mature, he stands and shows himself off to perfection. Lovely head and expression, excellent outline, angulation just right to allow for free, easy movement with reach and drive. Correct deep ribbing, plenty of heart and lung room, Coat of good texture. CC

GCD (no entries)

DCC Moody & Haffenden’s Ch Novaskaya Xander Lefay JW

RDCC Tarasinska’s Siberianmist Odin

BPD Brandenberg & Smith’s Nikara It’s Keats

MPB (3)
1st Webb & Bates’ Rosskaja Ginato Clementino Pretty feminine bitch, head correct for age, good stop, nice width of skull and well placed ears. Good reach of neck, lay back of shoulder and length of upper arm. Level back, tail well set and carried. Good bend of stifle and adequate bone. Moved and showed well. BPB
2nd Dodds’ Bondsmoor Moonlight Kiss Litter sister to MPD winner and very similar. Shapely puppy with good angulation, good bone for one so young, good tail well carried. Head developing nicely, good stop, dark eyes well set, good pigmentation. She moved happily and well. Close up to 1st.
3rd Gwynne’s Rosnorske Royal Azalea Promising baby who is a shade less mature at the moment. Pretty girl with lovely eye set and smile.

PB (2)
1st Dodds’ Bondsmoor Moonlight Kiss
2nd Naylor’s Croftdouglas Sassy Sileas at Karenshko 11 months youngster who’s dropped her puppy coat early. So today she was at a disadvantage against all the fluffy girls, and looked taller and leggier. Head is ok, shoulder angulation could be better. Good ribs and tail, moved ok.

JB (no entries)

YB (no entries)

NB (1)
1st Fowler & Dewar’s Appassionata Dreamer Charming adult bitch, surprised to find a lady of this quality in a novice class. Correct size and shape, typical feminine head, good stop, dark eye, and proper Samoyed smile. Good body and bone, angulation ok front and rear, moved well. Excellent presentation. Well worth her first prize.

GB (2, 1)
1st Drummond’s Sasoolka Love On The Rocks Feminine head with a sweet expression, good neck and level back. Upper arm a little short, rear angles ok. She’s a dainty girl and not in her best coat today.

PGB (5, 3)
1st Walton’s Rosskaja Donatella Versace Young bitch maturing well, pleasing head proportions and expression, correct slope of shoulder and enough length of upper arm to create a forechest. Bend of stifle to match so she’s able to move freely. A touch long cast.
2nd Lord’s Appassionata Diamondream Good mature bitch, all in proportion. Pleasant head, good body, ribs and bone, moves happily on good legs but not quite with the expected drive.

LB (6, 2)
1st Moody & Haffenden’s Taronakits It’s Kayanova JW A lovely bitch coming to her best at just short of 3 years. Typical Samoyed head with the black pigment, sparkling dark eyes, good stop and well set ears, Reach of neck into good shoulder and upper arm, correct length of back and high set tail. Strong loin, good bend of stifle. Body well ribbed, good bone for her size and moved with drive. Just missed top honours today. 2nd Drummond’s Sasoolka Amazing Grace Pretty mature bitch, classic head well carried, correct body, good bone, in good coat with a lovely harsh texture. Went well.
3rd Young’s Cocosamel Camélia JW Unfortunately she got away before I could take her picture, in fact several thirds departed rather quickly. Therefore these are more vague impressions than they might have been. A feminine girl, good size and shape, well constructed and presented.
Res Dodds’ Bondsmoor Kiss Me Kate JW

OB (6, 0)
1st Milne’s Lumistarr Love Me For Life Winner of a very good class, a stunning bitch showing her socks off, and she has plenty to show. Prettiest of heads complete with a cheeky smile, good reach of neck, copybook shape and proportions. Correct angles both front and rear allow her to move with the required drive. Hare feet and well feathered pasterns too. In perfect coat BCC, I understand her 3rd, and then went even better to finish with BIS. That’s the way to do it!
2nd Johnson’s Ch Nikara Sweet Dreams for Kimeekasams A bitch I have admired for a long time, a gorgeous lady with the sweetest expression. Correct make and shape, good body and bone, most beautifully groomed and presented, and moved well. Two lovely ladies. RCC and RBIS
3rd Howlett’s Tiksi Forget Me Not Another 3rd prize winner who disappeared before her photo shoot. This was an excellent class of top quality bitches and would have merited a few words of praise. Lacking a visual aid: this was a well balanced lady, good head, possibly not in her best coat.
Res Brandenberg & Smith’s Ch Taronakits It’s Kwest JW
VHC Short’s Silbertips Star Attraction at Zakaytia (A.I.)

VB (4) Both of the veteran classes showcase the lasting quality of the Samoyed. A credit to the breed, and their devoted owners.
1st Collinson’s Ch Nikara Secret Love by Norjack JW A beautiful bitch, I can’t believe she’s now in veteran! To prove that age is just a number, she looks as well as ever. She’s royalty and she knows it. Her outline is wonderful, her construction good, her grooming and presentation near perfect. She stands foursquare, and then moves, still with the drive she’s always had. She ran the main winners close. BVB, BVIS
2nd Howlett’s Tiksi Snowstorm A great advert for the longevity and lasting power of the Samoyed, she has just turned 9 and looks wonderful. Well made, fit and sound, in good coat, ran 1 close.
3rd Young’s Cocosamel Misia Another lovely lady, in good shape, pleasant head and smile. Went well.
Res Vidak’s Samnouska Spirit Of Dreams of Lacewood

BrB (2, 1)
1st Young’s Cocosamel Misia

GCB (2)
1st Fowler & Dewar’s Appassionata Dreamer
2nd Vidak’s Samnouska Spirit Of Dreams of Lacewood This is another lovely veteran, sadly left her coat at home, but this shows her correct shape and construction. Pretty feminine head, good angles, and lovely foot featherings.

Brace (2, 1)
1st Young Cocosamel Camélia JW/ Cocosamel Misia Mother and daughter, really well matched pair.

BCC Milne’s Lumistarr Love Me For Life

RBCC Johnson’s Ch Nikara Sweet Dreams for Kimeekasams

BPB Webb & Bates’ Rosskaja Ginato Clementino

Special Award Classes – Judge: Miss Livia Boryc

Junior (3)
1st Dent’s Bondsmoor Wolfmoon into Snowsense
2nd Kosmane’s Rosnorske Royal Qui Gon at Glamyarn
3rd Shepherd’s Samhaven Driftin High to Shianise

Post Grad (6, 4)
1st Walton’s Rosskaja Donatella Versace
2nd Lord’s Appassionata Diamondream

Open (7, 0)
1st Johnson’s Ch Nikara Sweet Dreams for Kimeekasams
2nd Collinson’s Ch Nikara Secret Love by Norjack JW
3rd Short’s Silbertips Star Attraction at Zakaytia (A.I.)
Res Young’s Cocosamel Camélia JW
VHC Mann’s Ch Nikara Secret Dreamer