2026 August Championship Show

“This black baby immediately caught my eye as he entered the ring and impressed from the outset. For one so young, he is exceptionally well put together, displaying excellent balance and proportions throughout. He already has a beautiful head, with the darkest of well-set eyes and an expression that is unmistakably Newfoundland. A good reach of neck flows into a very pleasing forehand, while his chest is already well developed for his tender age. His rear construction complements the front perfectly, giving him a balanced outline and suggesting an exciting future. He carries impressive bone throughout, but what particularly caught my attention was the strength of his pasterns and feet – qualities that are so often still developing in puppies of this age. His movement was exceptionally mature for a baby puppy, showing balance, purpose and surprising coordination for one of such tender age. A thoroughly impressive youngster who appealed to me enormously, and one I shall watch with great interest as he matures.”

“Slightly larger White and Black youngster with an impressive outline and lovely overall balance. He is attractively marked and carries exceptional bone throughout, something I was particularly pleased to see in a White and Black. His head is developing well, with the darkest of eyes and an expression already showing true Newfoundland character. He has excellent feet and strong pasterns, together with good depth of chest for his age. On the go he showed himself to great advantage, moving with confidence and purpose, and he made the winner work hard for first place. Ultimately, he just lacked a fraction of the maturity and overall development of 1st. I’m not surprised to see from the catalogue that he is from such an impressive W&B kennel.”

“This White and Black male presents an impressive outline, complemented by beautifully balanced markings. He has a pleasing head with good proportions, although I would personally prefer a little more development of the cheeks and brows to complete the desired Newfoundland expression. Lovely eye shape, colour and ear placement, together with a good reach of neck flowing into a strong, level topline. His chest has good depth, his forelegs are straight and well fitting, and his rear construction complements the front with good bend of stifle and strong hocks, all of which contributed to his sound, balanced action. Coat is presented to perfection and just shone with condition. I would like to see a little more substance throughout, but there is very little else to dislike. A very impressive exhibit for his age.”

“Medium-sized black male with many pleasing head qualities, giving him a kind, sweet expression. He has very good eye shape and colour, together with lovely development of the brows, creating the typical Newfoundland gaze. A strong neck flows into a firm, level topline, with a well-shaped croup and correct tail set. He is a very well-balanced dog overall, carrying excellent bone and good depth of chest, although I would prefer to see a little more spring and barrel to his ribs. On the go he moved with purpose, although he tended to come and go a little close. His coat was in lovely condition and he was presented to perfection.”

Best Veteran Dog Best Veteran in Show

“This dog entered the ring just shy of 10 years of age, and I couldn’t help but stand in awe of him. I had the pleasure of judging him three years ago and was immensely impressed with him then, and seeing him again today was a real privilege. He possesses size, type and substance in abundance. Although age has inevitably caught up with him and he is now a little stiffer than he once was, there is simply no denying his outstanding quality, and the evidence of his exceptional construction remains clearly visible.

His head is beautifully balanced. Naturally, time has taken a little substance from it, but he still has the kindest, sweetest expression, with correct dark, deep-set eyes that simply melt your heart at first glance. A powerful neck flows into a strong, broad back, and he still retains an impressively firm topline. The bone throughout is immense, while his feet remain as tight, well-knuckled and powerful as they were when I judged him three years ago.

He is very much an old gentleman now, but nothing within me was going to overlook the immense quality that still stands before you. In the Veteran challenge he competed against younger, freer-moving veterans, yet his outstanding Newfoundland type and overall quality shone through, earning him the honour of Best Veteran in Show.

I feel especially honoured to have had the opportunity to assess him three years ago, when I awarded him the Reserve CC, but even more honoured to have stood beside him again today as he approaches his tenth birthday. He is a truly magnificent example of an honest, beautiful Newfoundland. Whilst it was a little sad to see the effects of time upon him, I feel privileged to have judged him at both stages of his life. Dogs of this calibre do not come along very often, and he is one I will remember with great affection for many years to come.”

Best Puppy Dog Best Puppy in Show

“Medium-sized male displaying pleasing overall balance. At just over ten months of age, I would have liked to see a little more of him throughout. He has a well-proportioned head with lovely dark eyes and correct ear placement, creating a pleasing expression. He carries adequate bone for his size, supported by strong, straight forelegs and good feet. His chest is developing well but still needs to broaden with maturity. His rear angulation complements his forequarter construction, allowing him to move in a balanced, efficient manner both coming and going. Personally, I would like a little more substance throughout, but he is an honest, well-constructed youngster who finished the day as Best Puppy in Breed.”

“Brother to the class winner and very similar in many respects. He presents a pleasing, balanced outline when standing, although, like his brother, I would like to see a little more substance and width throughout. His head has good proportions but would benefit from further development of the brows and cheeks to complete the desired Newfoundland expression. Fortunately, time is very much on his side. He carries adequate bone for his size, with very good, tight feet and short, strong hocks, while his rear angulation complements his forehand well. His coat is developing nicely and he was presented in excellent condition. On the go he moved freely, although he tended to be a little close behind. It will be fascinating to watch these two brothers as they mature – I suspect they may well change places more than once along the way.”

“This black male appealed to me greatly today. He presents a lovely profile and has a sweet, typical Newfoundland head, already well developed for his age. His beautiful dark eyes, together with correct head proportions, create the kind, gentle expression so characteristic of the breed.

He has a lovely reach of neck flowing into well-constructed forequarters, while his chest is already well developed for one so young. A firm, level topline, together with good width through the back, was particularly pleasing at this stage of his development. His front and rear assemblies are well matched, both in construction and muscling, allowing him to move with purpose, balance and efficiency. His coat is developing well and promises much for the future. Overall, he impressed me from every angle, and he is certainly one I shall watch with great interest as he matures.”

“Medium-sized brown male with a pleasing outline and lovely overall balance. His short coupling and smooth flow from front to rear create an attractive profile. I particularly liked his head qualities, with good proportions and a kind, typical Newfoundland expression.

His well-constructed forequarters allowed him to reach out freely on the move, while his balanced rear assembly provided strong, purposeful drive. He is a very mature youngster for his age, with good depth and width of chest, together with a broad, strong back. His tail set and carriage are correct, and he was presented in excellent coat condition with pleasing texture.

I noticed he comes from the same kennel as my Best Brown, and it is easy to see the consistency of type and balance being produced there. Another very promising youngster whom I shall follow with great interest as he matures”

“This black male immediately impressed with his overall size and was presented in excellent coat condition. In profile he presented a clean, balanced silhouette. His head is pleasing, with good proportions from occiput to stop and from stop to nose, together with the kindest of expressions. He has a good reach of neck flowing into a firm topline, although I would prefer a little more width through the back to better complement his overall size. He carries good bone, but I would have expected a little more substance to match his impressive frame.

Still a very young dog, he has a great deal of growing and maturing ahead of him, and I would certainly allow him the time to develop into himself. On the go he gave a good account of himself, although he tended to move a little close both coming and going, something I feel will improve as he strengthens and matures. He is a youngster I would be very interested to see again in 18 months time.”

“Medium-sized White and Black male. Somewhat overshadowed in size by the class winner, but he remained well balanced and in proportion throughout. He has a very good forehand assembly, with a well-laid shoulder and good length of upper arm, matched by balanced rear angulation. His head is finer than that of the winner, and for my personal preference I would like to see a tighter eye. On the go he was free and fluent, covering the ground with pleasing reach in front and good drive from behind. A well-constructed dog with many pleasing qualities.”

“This dog caught my eye the moment he entered the ring. Whilst not a large male, he is well up to size and possesses the most beautiful outline, with balance and proportion throughout. His head is, quite simply, textbook. The eye colour, shape and placement could not be improved upon, while his perfectly sized ears, carried correctly, framed his face to create the most typical Newfoundland expression. Quite honestly, I would not change a single thing about his head—it is as close to perfection as I could wish to find.

A strong, powerful neck flows seamlessly into an outstanding forehand assembly, blending effortlessly into a short, broad and immensely powerful back. His rear construction complements the front perfectly, producing the balance and strength every working Newfoundland should possess. He has a lovely croup, with a correctly set and beautifully carried tail. Tremendous bone, coupled with outstanding feet, completed the picture.

On the go he simply epitomised correct Newfoundland movement, combining effortless reach with powerful drive while maintaining his outline at all times.

The only thing that prevented him from challenging more strongly today was his presentation. Beneath that coat stands a dog of immense quality, possessing the construction, breed type and soundness to compete with any Champion exhibited here today. Had his presentation reflected the quality of the dog himself, I have no doubt he would have been a very serious contender for the CC. I sincerely hope to have the opportunity of judging him again, because he is a dog with tremendous potential who deserves every chance to fulfil it.”

“Impressive youngster of excellent size, presenting a beautiful, balanced outline when standing. The youngest dog in the class, he nevertheless appealed greatly for his honest construction and overall quality. He has a lovely, typical head with strong muzzle, beautiful eyes and correct ear placement and carriage, all combining to create the kind, gentle expression so characteristic of the breed. His expression particularly appealed to me and brought a smile to my face.

He has a strong, well-muscled neck flowing into well-constructed forequarters, supported by a firm, level topline. His chest has pleasing depth and width, while his strong, straight forelegs and tight, well-knuckled feet complete an impressive front assembly. His rear angulation is well balanced, with a good croup, and on the go he was steady, true and purposeful. His coat was presented in excellent condition and displayed the correct texture. A very honest youngster with much to admire and every reason to look forward to his continued development.”

Best Brown Dog Best Brown in Show Reserve Best Dog in Show (RCC)

“This brown stepped into the ring and immediately gave me a feeling of excitement for the future. He has the most magnificent outline, and his beautifully presented, dark, well-cared-for jacket gave just a glimpse of what was to come.

On hands-on examination he certainly did not disappoint. He possesses an absolutely outstanding headpiece, with perfect skull-to-muzzle proportions, excellent superciliary brow and cheek development, and small, deep-set eyes of a colour that blended perfectly with his coat. A strong, powerful neck flowed into excellent forequarter construction, with very good length of upper arm, well-laid shoulders and a deep, well-barrelled chest.

He carries immense bone throughout and is superbly muscled in both fore and hindquarters, enabling him to stand naturally four-square at every opportunity. His tail set and carriage are excellent, In motion, he demonstrated the easy, ground-covering gait that is the hallmark of the Newfoundland breed, effortless reach in front and tremendous driving power from behind, carrying himself around the ring with ease and purpose.

In the challenge I was quite literally splitting hairs. It was only that signs of boredom were beginning to creep into his performance that ultimately saw him awarded the Reserve CC. It was an absolute pleasure to assess a brown dog of such outstanding quality. My sincere congratulations go to everyone involved in producing, owning and presenting this exceptional Newfoundland.”

“Lovely, well-balanced youngster who presented an eye-catching outline when standing. He has the kindest of expressions, enhanced by a well-proportioned headpiece, lovely dark eye and good development of the cheeks and brows, all contributing to the soft, gentle Newfoundland expression. He carries sufficient bone to match his frame and is honestly constructed throughout, which was reflected in his effortless movement, showing good reach in front and positive drive from behind. In a particularly strong class he had to work hard for his placing and deservedly edged out a very impressive third-placed dog. Presented in excellent coat and body condition, he also impressed with his ring presence and the obvious rapport he shared with his handler.”

Best White & Black DogBest White & Black in Show

“This male made a tremendous impression on me today. He presents the most beautiful profile and, unlike many exhibits, retained that same balance and outline once he left his stack and moved – a true reflection of his sound construction. He has a beautiful head with excellent proportions of skull to muzzle, pleasing expression, dark, well-set eyes and correct dentition. His strong, powerful neck flows into an excellent forehand assembly, perfectly matched by his rear construction.

He carries outstanding bone and substance throughout, with impressive depth and width of chest. His tight-fitting elbows only enhanced his free-standing outline, giving him a particularly impressive profile. On the go he displayed powerful reach in front and strong drive from behind, moving exactly as a good Newfoundland should. His coat was presented in excellent condition, with beautiful texture throughout.

In the final challenge I was quite literally splitting hairs. He was a very serious contender for the top honours and pushed hard every step of the way. A dog of immense quality who left a lasting impression on me, and one I admired greatly.”

“Smaller male, but one who is full of breed type and quality. He has a well-proportioned head with beautiful dark, deep-set, expressive eyes, correct ear placement and a strong neck flowing into well-constructed forequarters. His chest is deep and well barrelled, with good spring of rib and a powerful loin. A strong, broad, level back is only interrupted by a croup that is just a shade steeper than I would ideally prefer.

His rear construction was particularly impressive, with short, strong hocks that he used to great advantage on the move. He was also one of the very few exhibits today to display the correct width between the hocks, something I place great importance upon. In fact, when the next class entered the ring, I immediately thought the winner must be related to this dog because their rear construction was almost identical. On checking the catalogue, I discovered they were indeed father and son, and the family resemblance was unmistakable..

Although not in full coat today, what he did carry was presented in excellent condition and to perfection. A little more furnishing would have completed the picture, and he just lacked the reach in front of the class winner, but he is a very honest, well-constructed dog with much to admire.”

Best Black Dog Best Black in Show Best Dog in Show (CC) Best in Show (BOB)

“An impressive black male who has taken top honours under me before, and I stand by every comment I made on that occasion. He is a medium-sized dog with a large white chest marking. What he may lack in stature, he more than compensates for in breed type, construction and soundness.

Presented today in outstanding condition, from his gleaming jacket to his hard, well-toned body, he radiated quality. His profile is immediately eye-catching, but it is on hands-on examination that his true virtues become fully apparent. He is a powerfully built male with tremendous bone, excellent forequarter construction and textbook rear angulation. His strong, broad back and deep, well-barrelled chest proclaim him a true working Newfoundland.

He has the correct slope to his pasterns, leading into tight, well-knuckled, cat-like feet, with short, strong hocks that propelled him around the ring with effortless power and drive. His head is a joy to examine, displaying the correct balance between skull and muzzle, beautiful dark, deep-set eyes and just the right amount of cheek development to produce that unmistakable Newfoundland expression.
On the move he showed true purpose, covering the ground freely and effortlessly both coming and going, with the easy, powerful gait so typical of the breed.

Today I looked hard for a dog that could match the complete package of virtues he possesses, and I have to admit I was somewhat surprised to find myself awarding him another CC. However, there was no doubt that this was simply a case of the “dog on the day”, and he was a thoroughly deserving winner.

My only criticism today concerned his presentation. He was carrying just a shade too much coat, which slightly disguised his otherwise excellent balance and outline. Fortunately, once my hands were on him there could be no questioning the quality of the dog beneath the coat.”

Best Brown Dog Best Brown in Show Reserve Best Dog in Show (RCC)

“See 1st in Limit Dog.”

“An impressive male of excellent size and substance, carrying tremendous bone throughout. He stood naturally four-square on strong, straight forelegs, with good length of upper arm and well-laid shoulders. His well-developed rear quarters, with excellent bend of stifle and strong muscling, were particularly impressive. A firm, level topline, together with a deep, well-developed chest, completed a very pleasing outline.

His head has good overall proportions, although for my personal preference I would like to see a little more development of the cheeks and brows, together with a slightly darker eye, to produce a softer, more typical Newfoundland expression. He moved soundly and with purpose, making the winner work hard for first place, but in the end he could not quite match the overall breed type and coat quality of the class winner.”

Best White & Black Dog Best White & Black in Show

“Medium-sized White and Black male with attractive markings and pleasing overall balance. He has a well-proportioned head with beautiful eye shape and colour, together with a good reach of neck flowing into a strong, level topline. His chest has good depth, and he carries sufficient bone for his size, with straight forelegs. He does, however, stand a little wide in front, although this is not immediately apparent given his overall construction and width of chest. On the go he displayed a free, fluid gait with good rear drive. Overall, a very promising youngster with a lovely, sweet expression. My only real wish would be for a little more of him throughout, with increased substance and masculinity to complete the picture.”

“Larger White and Black male with an impressive profile when stacked, complemented by attractive breed-typical markings. He carries excellent bone for a White and Black and has a pleasing head with beautiful eyes, tight-fitting lids and the kind, sweet expression so typical of the breed. For my personal preference, I would like to see a little more width and overall body to fully complement his larger frame.

He stands on strong, straight forelegs with good feet, together with a well-laid shoulder and good length of upper arm. His chest has good depth, although I would like to see a little more breadth and spring of rib to complete the picture. His rear angulation is particularly pleasing, with strong muscling and short, powerful hocks. He was beautifully presented, with excellent coat texture and quality. On the go he moved well, but I would have liked to see a little more overall strength and body to match his size.”

Best Special Beginners Dog Best Special Beginners in Show

“This dog immediately impressed with his overall size, breed type and excellent balance. He was presented in outstanding condition, his coat gleaming with care and displaying textbook texture. Standing, he presented a most attractive picture, with a beautifully balanced head, dark, deep-set eyes and correctly sized, well-carried ears, all combining to create the unmistakably kind Newfoundland expression.

His strong, powerful neck flowed seamlessly into a well-constructed forehand, supported by straight, strong forelegs and tight, well-knuckled feet. He has good depth and width of chest, a strong loin, and correct tail set and carriage. His rear construction complements the front perfectly, giving him balance and strength throughout.

On the go he covered the ground with an effortless, powerful gait, displaying the enthusiasm and confidence that only a quality youngster can. At just two years of age he still has plenty of time to mature, but everything about him suggests an exciting future, and I look forward to watching his continued development with great interest.”

“See 1st in Graduate Dog.”

Best Baby Puppy Bitch Best Baby Puppy in Show

“Another outstanding baby, and it was easy to see the family resemblance when I discovered she was a litter sister to my Best Baby Dog. They share many of the same virtues, including excellent balance, maturity beyond their age and lovely breed type. She has an attractive, feminine head with beautiful eye colour, shape and placement, all contributing to a typical Newfoundland expression. In the final challenge she just had the edge over her impressive brother on the move, showing that little extra to secure Best Baby Puppy. A delightful youngster with a very bright future ahead of her.”

“Another quality youngster and, once more, it came as no surprise to discover she was the litter sister to my second-placed Baby Puppy Dog. This is clearly a very impressive litter. She is beautifully balanced for one so young and, like her brother, carries exceptional bone throughout. She has a lovely feminine head with pleasing eye shape, colour and ear placement, together with a good reach of neck. Her fore and hindquarters complement one another perfectly. On the go she showed tremendous confidence and purpose, moving with a fluency that belied her age although just a shade close but totally forgivable at her age. It is tremendously encouraging to see youngsters of this quality emerging in the White and Black colour.”

Best Veteran Bitch

“Good-sized brown bitch of excellent construction, with lovely balance and a pleasing outline. She has a feminine head with good proportions between skull and muzzle and attractive eye shape, although I would prefer a little more development of the cheeks and brows to complete the typical Newfoundland expression. A well-muscled neck flows into a very good front assembly, with a deep, well-barrelled chest, strong loin and balanced rear angulation. She stood naturally four-square throughout and moved with purpose and strength, her sound construction evident at all times. Her coat was of excellent texture and presented in first-class condition. She was in remarkable condition for a veteran and never once appeared to tire, a credit to her owner and a pleasure to judge.”

“Large black bitch with the kindest of expressions. She has a beautifully balanced head, with excellent proportions between skull and muzzle, complemented by deep, dark eyes that radiate the typical Newfoundland softness. Her ears are perhaps just a shade large, but they do nothing to detract from her lovely, gentle expression.

An honest, well-balanced bitch with impressive depth and width of chest, well-barrelled ribs and plenty of power throughout. Her back is broad and strong, while both her fore and hindquarter construction are very pleasing. She carries excellent bone throughout and, despite her years, still moved with purpose and determination, a testament to her sound construction. Her coat was presented in very good condition and, overall, she is a lovely, honest Newfoundland bitch who was a pleasure to assess.”

Best White & Black Bitch

“This large White and Black bitch immediately caught my eye on entering the ring, not only because of her beautiful markings but also her overall balance and presence. She is still a very young bitch with an impressive frame that has plenty of developing left to do, so it is only natural that she will take time to reach full maturity. Even at this stage, however, she presents a remarkably balanced picture.

Her head is well proportioned, with the most beautiful eye and a lovely expression. She still needs to broaden and develop through the head, but time is very much on her side. Her forequarter construction is very pleasing and is well matched by her rear assembly, while her chest already has good depth and remains in proportion to her body.

She moved in balance both coming and going, although just a shade close in both directions. At present she is a little narrow throughout, but with a bitch of this size and scope I would fully expect that to improve as she strengthens and matures. I genuinely believe that, given time to finish, she has the potential to make a significant contribution to the breed and, in particular, to the White and Black colour.

I must also compliment her handler. The rapport between them was a joy to watch, with the bitch shown so sympathetically and with such quiet confidence. Together they made an elegant partnership, and it was one of the loveliest handler-and-dog combinations I had the pleasure of watch today.”

“Medium-sized black bitch displaying pleasing overall balance. She has a pretty, feminine head with dark, correctly shaped eyes, although I would prefer a slightly higher ear set. Her expression is sweet and very appealing. A good reach of neck flows into a firm, level topline. Her chest has good depth but would benefit from greater breadth as she matures.

Her fore and hindquarter construction are well balanced, although I would prefer a little more layback of shoulder. On the go she gave a good account of herself but lacked a little reach in front and tended to move close both coming and going. At such a young age she still has plenty of maturing ahead of her, and I have little doubt that she will continue to strengthen and improve as she develops.”

“Large, impressive bitch with tremendous size, substance and presence. Without doubt the best-muscled exhibit in the ring today. I suspect this girl has done a day’s work in her life, as her physical condition and muscle tone were exceptional and exactly what I would hope to find in a working Newfoundland.

She has a strong, powerful head with excellent depth of muzzle, lovely eye shape and colour, and correct ear placement. Perhaps just a shade stronger in head than some may prefer, but I would take this every day over the weak, narrow and untypical heads that are becoming all too common. Her powerful neck flows into an outstanding forehand assembly, while her huge, well-barrelled ribs provide the depth and width of chest so essential in the breed.

She carries tremendous bone throughout, with a broad, strong back, correct croup and an exceptionally well-muscled, correctly angulated rear. She was sound throughout and was another of the few exhibits today capable of standing naturally four-square from every angle, a true reflection of her excellent construction.

On the go she displayed exactly the movement I want to see in a Newfoundland – powerful, purposeful and effortless, with excellent reach in front and strong drive from behind, all at the steady, economical pace of a true working dog, never exaggerated or flashy.

I admired this bitch enormously and gave her very serious consideration in the challenge. As the day progressed she began to lose a little enthusiasm, and although in magnificent muscular condition, I felt she was carrying just a shade more weight than ideal, which slightly detracted from her overall picture. Nevertheless, I have no doubt whatsoever that this bitch has all the qualities required to compete for the highest honours, and I would expect her to enjoy considerable success. She was a bitch I admired immensely.Seeing her breeding explained a great deal. Throughout the day I found myself consistently rewarding dogs from this kennel, all displaying the same honest construction, soundness and unmistakable breed type.”

“Medium-sized black bitch presented in outstanding muscular condition, matching the quality of her competition in both fitness and presentation. I particularly admired her balanced, eye-catching outline when standing. She has a very pretty head with a lovely, typical expression, complemented by a good reach of neck flowing into a strong, level topline. Her chest is deep, well developed and well sprung, while her forequarter construction is pleasing, with tight-fitting elbows contributing to her clean front. She carries very good bone throughout, and her rear construction complements her front perfectly, giving her excellent overall balance. On the go she remained true and positive, moving with purpose and showing pleasing width behind on the away. Her happy, confident temperament shone throughout the class, and together with her beautifully presented coat and excellent condition, she made a very pleasing picture from every angle.”

Best Black Bitch Best Bitch in Show (CC) Reserve Best in Show

“This bitch caught my eye the moment she entered the ring and, on hands-on examination, she certainly did not disappoint. She possesses the most wonderful balance in profile, creating a picture that continually draws the eye. A good-sized bitch, full of femininity without sacrificing breed type or substance.

Her head is beautifully balanced, with a lovely dark eye, correct ear size and placement, and a strong, well-developed muzzle. She has an excellent reach of neck flowing into a well-constructed forehand, with correct length and angulation throughout. Her chest is deep and well developed, although for absolute perfection I would prefer just a little more barrel to the ribs.

She has a strong, broad back, a well-shaped croup and a correctly set and carried tail. Her rear construction complements the front perfectly, producing the balance and strength so essential in the breed. On the go she carried herself with complete ease, covering the ground with long, effortless strides in front and powerful drive from behind, displaying the true, economical movement of a correctly constructed Newfoundland.

She carries sufficient bone for her size, and although her coat was not at its fullest today, what she did have was presented in excellent condition and of correct texture. What impressed me most was her consistency. She never once faltered, and every time I looked at her she continued to demand my attention, giving her all throughout the day.

She faced strong competition in the challenge, but her outstanding balance, soundness and overall breed type ultimately secured her the CC. A thoroughly deserving Best Bitch, who went on to claim Reserve Best in Show.”

“Smaller brown bitch whose presentation could have been more sympathetically finished. She appeared a little over-trimmed, and her coat would have benefited from a little more preparation. That said, there was absolutely no disguising the quality of the bitch beneath, nor her beautifully balanced construction.

She has an absolutely gorgeous head, with deep-set, dark eyes, well-developed cheeks and brows, all combining to create the most typical and feminine Newfoundland expression. She is short coupled, with excellent forequarter construction that blends perfectly with her rear assembly. Her chest has good depth and is nicely barrelled, while a broad, strong, level back and good muscling complete a very pleasing picture.

On the go she displayed excellent reach and powerful drive, making light work of the ring with the effortless, purposeful action expected of a correctly constructed Newfoundland. It was a pleasure to watch her in motion.

I later discovered she is the litter sister to my Reserve CC Dog and Best Brown in Show, which came as no surprise. The family resemblance was unmistakable, with both sharing the same balance, breed type and overall quality. There is very little to dislike about either of them.”

Reserve Best Bitch in Show (RCC)

“Smaller black bitch who caught my eye the moment she entered the ring. Her profile is exceptionally pleasing, with a beautiful reach of neck flowing seamlessly into a wonderfully balanced outline. She has a gorgeous head, displaying the ideal blend of substance, well-developed cheeks and brows, creating the most typical feminine Newfoundland expression. Her beautiful dark, deep-set eyes sparkled with enthusiasm and completed a picture full of breed character and softness.

Her construction pleased me immensely, with her fore and hindquarters perfectly matched to produce outstanding balance throughout. Standing, she held a superb topline, and the smooth flow of her outline was a joy to admire.

On the go she simply commanded attention. She covered the ground with effortless reach in front and powerful drive from behind, her short, strong hocks propelling her around the ring with purpose and efficiency. She moved exactly as a correctly constructed Newfoundland should.

For absolute perfection I would have liked just a little more barrel to the chest, but that was a very minor consideration in an otherwise outstanding exhibit. She finished the day as my Reserve CC winner—a placing she thoroughly deserved. An impressive bitch by any standard.”

“Larger-framed black bitch with a pleasing overall outline. In profile she presented a balanced picture, with a strong, level topline flowing into a well-shaped croup. She has a strong head with kind, dark, correctly shaped eyes that create a pleasing expression. For absolute perfection, I would prefer a little more development of the cheeks and brows, together with a slightly shorter, stronger muzzle.

Her fore and hindquarter construction are well balanced, supported by strong bone and tight, well-knuckled feet. She has a deep, well-developed chest, a strong loin and a correct tail set and carriage. On the go she remained true and positive, moving with purpose and soundness, and there was very little to fault in her overall construction. Her coat was presented in excellent condition, and she was a thoroughly deserving winner of her placing in a particularly difficult class.”

“This bitch stood alone in the class today. She is well grown and presents a pleasing, balanced outline. In profile she appealed with her lovely reach of neck flowing into a strong, level topline and well-shaped croup. She has a feminine head with dark eyes, although for my personal preference I would like to see the eyes set a little deeper. A beautiful muzzle, correct bite and good fill beneath the eyes contribute to a sweet and kind expression.

Her chest is well let down but would benefit from a little more spring and barrel to the ribs, as at times she appeared a little narrow through the forechest. Her fore and hindquarter construction are well matched, resulting in a balanced, fluid gait. She showed good reach and drive, although she tended to move a little close coming towards me. Her natural stance highlighted a little narrowness through the forehand, and I would like to see a touch more bone to balance her height and overall proportions.

She was carrying a full, beautifully groomed coat, although I felt the amount of coat around the forechest slightly disguised her otherwise pleasing balance. Once my hands were on her, however, there was much to admire in her overall construction and quality.”

Best Brown Bitch

“This brown bitch caught my eye the moment she entered the ring. Her size, substance and overall balance immediately appealed, and she presents a truly impressive outline. A beautifully arched, powerful neck flows seamlessly into her construction, completing a picture of strength and femininity. She carries outstanding bone throughout.

Her head is feminine and full of breed character. For absolute perfection, I would like to see slightly deeper-set eyes together with a little more development of the superciliary brows and cheeks, which would complete an already lovely expression and make it truly faultless.

Her fore and hindquarter construction are beautifully matched, and as soon as she moved she displayed long, ground-covering strides with powerful drive from behind. Her short, strong hocks impressed, although when over-stretched in the stack she tended to stand a little cow-hocked. In my opinion, a bitch of her quality and construction needs very little assistance when presented, as her natural balance speaks for itself.

Her coat was of very good quality and correct texture. Whilst perhaps lacking just a little finish today, I appreciate that brown coats often require considerably more work to present at their very best than their black counterparts.

I gave this bitch very serious consideration for the CC, and on another day I have no doubt she could easily change places. I admired her honesty, size and substance enormously. Above all, she struck me as a bitch truly fit for function – exactly as a working Newfoundland should be.”

Best Special Beginners Bitch

“Smaller bitch with the most beautiful head, displaying dark, deep-set eyes, correct ear placement and excellent development of the cheeks and brows, all combining to create a truly gorgeous, kind Newfoundland expression. She has a lovely reach of neck flowing into a firm, level topline. Despite her smaller size, she has pleasing width through the back and loin, while her chest is already well developed for her age.

Her rear angulation is particularly pleasing, with short, strong hocks, while she carries excellent bone for her size, supported by strong pasterns and tight, well-knuckled feet. My only real criticism is that she is a little short in upper arm, which restricted her reach in front and meant it did not quite match the drive she generated from behind.

That said, she possesses many outstanding qualities, and I have little doubt that, given time to mature, she will enjoy a very successful future.

I would also like to compliment her handler. The rapport between them was a joy to watch, with the bitch shown sympathetically, confidently and with complete respect. They made a truly elegant partnership in the ring, and it was a pleasure to watch such a genuine connection between dog and handler.”

“Fully mature Brown 5-year female, well up for size and one who stands out for balance, depth and shape with no obvious exaggerations. A melting feminine expression with super skull to muzzle ratio tight flews and a correctly shaped tight dark eye that complements her coat colour, excellent detention.

Correct lay of shoulder to a close-fitting elbow and well boned legs of a good length, strong pasterns and deep padded feet. Good length of neck, depth of chest to the elbow, good length and spring of rib to a short loin, this is complemented with a well-muscled rear with balanced angulation to short firm hocks and rear pasterns. Gently sloping croup with correct tail set and length.

On the move she was foot perfect, her excellent conformation all comes together so well in an unhurried extended gait almost as light as air and very impressive, parallel coming towards and going away showing a clean pair of pads, holds a level topline throughout with correct tail carriage.

Excellently handled and presented so well. One who I feel could wear her crown with ease.”

“Last judged this super Black male as teenager, now 3 years he is maturing into a fabulous example of the breed with great size, bone and depth all through.

He presents with such super static balance and a great profile, a handsome male, but not quite the skull to muzzle ratio of the winner with a slightly deeper lip, dark, well-fitting eye, good ear and excellent detention.

Strong neck, well set on to a good lay back of shoulder, well boned parallel front, close fitting elbows. Deep chest with plenty of heart room, good spring of rib to a short loin, broad backed with level topline. Correct croup and tail set to medium rear angulation and strong short firm hocks. At times he just tended to a little proud of his tail today.

His well-muscled inner thigh shows as he powered around the ring with great extension and rear drive, clean coming and going. Beautifully presented and so well handled. Still more to come from this lovely boy.”