South West Essex Canine Association- SWECA

22/09/2025

Wishing our President Bill Crawley a Very Happy Birthday. From All the SWECA Committee.

22/09/2025

Happy Birthday Tracey, hope you have a lovely day. Love From All the Committee

20/09/2025

Many thanks to Fiona Bell for her Golden Retriever Critique.
South West Essex Canine Association
25.8.25
Golden Retriever
Thank you to the committee for the kind invitation to judge Golden Retrievers and for your warm welcome. Thanks also must go to all the exhibitors for your super entry, it was an honour to have the opportunity of assessing your beautiful dogs.
Minor Puppy 7(0,A)
1. Webb & Smiths Waterbabies Walk Tall at Hecston (IMP ITA) This 7 month old dog puppy caught my eye for his well balanced frame. I loved his gentle appealing’Look at me’ dark eyes and expression. His front is straight with good bone and nice tidy feet. He has good width of chest and well sprung ribs. He has a lovely reach of neck onto a good layback of shoulders which flow onto his level topline and tailset. As yet he is still a little loose on the move although he demonstrates a lovely easy stride holding his topline with his tail flowing straight off his back.
BP & PG4
2. Poile & Blackboro’s Cherrimar Electra This 8 month mid gold bitch puppy has everything in proportion and a neat compact frame. She has a gentle pretty head of correct proportions with dark eyes and pigmentation. Her front is straight with good width to chest. She has a lovely layback of shoulder with good length of upper arm. Her ribs are well sprung and she is short in her couplings. Her fore and aft angulations are symmetrical and hocks are well let down and straight. She moved holding her frame with plenty of reach and drive.
Puppy 6 (3,A)
1. Waterbabies Walk Tall at Hecston ( IMP ITA) 1 in Puppy
2. Davis Lynste Dream Boy (AI) A beautiful pale gold puppy of 9 months presented in gleaming coat and condition. He has a lovely masculine head with a gentle expression and correct chiselling. His front is straight and of good width. His forelegs are placed well under his chest with his elbows tucked neatly in. He has a good layback of shoulders and length of upper arm. His fore and aft angulations display a lovely balance so easy on the eye. He has good width of thigh and straight hocks. He moved well with good reach and drive.
Junior 3 (2 A)
1. Tweddles Brunwicks Solar Eclipse 14 months dog presented in good coat and condition. He has such a handsome gentle head of correct proportions with perfect scissor bite and good pigmentations. His front is straight with good bone and tight neat feet. His elbows tuck neatly into his deep chest and his ribs are well sprung. I found him to be a little long in loin. When settled he moved well holding his topline although he was a little close behind.
Novice 8 (5A)
1. Webb & Smiths Water Babies Walk Tall at Hecston (IMP ITA) 1 in MP & P
2. Davi’s Lynste Dream Boy (AI) 2 in P
Graduate 7 (3A)
1. Taggarts Altindan User Friendly JW SGWC This beautiful young bitch presents such a lovely package with her clean balanced outline from the tip of her nose to the end of her tail. She has a lovely feminine head and soft expression. Her front is straight with good bone and she has the neatest of feet. Super reach of neck onto well laid back shoulders. Her fore and aft angulations are symmetrical and she moves straight and true with her tail flowing from her level topline. A happy girl at one with her handler.
2. Wedges Putjade Pit Stop at Riverscham NAF This darker coated dog certainly has the wow factor. He caught my eye for his super clean balanced outline and was presented in fabulous gleaming coat. Hands on he was in hard muscular condition and every component transitioned smoothly into the next. He has a stunning masculine head with deep, dark eyes and pitch black pigmentation. His front is straight with super bone and substance. His chest is deep with good spring of rib. He has a lovely reach of neck onto well laidback shoulders flowing onto his dead level topline. His fore and aft angulations are in symmetry creating such pleasing balance. He has a good turn of stifle and straight hocks. He powered around the ring with super reach and drive just a shame his tail was held so high.
Post Graduate 4 (1A)
1. Poile’s Thornywait Starshine at Cherrimar This 3 year old mid gold bitch was well presented in good coat and hard muscular condition. She has a sweet feminine head of correct proportions. Her front is straight with good bone and tidy cat like feet. She has a good reach of neck onto a level topline and tailset and her ribs are deep and well sprung. I would have preferred more length of upper arm to complete the picture. She moved with lovely reach and drive with correct straight rear action.
2. Pounds Longhursts Mossburn Golly Miss Molly JW A dark gold mature 4 year old bitch who was in full bloom with her gleaming wavy coat in great condition with full featherings. She has a beautiful head and kindly expression with dark eyes and good pigmentation. Her front is straight and she is well off for bone. She has a lovely reach of neck onto well laidback shoulders with equal length of blade to upper arm. Her ribs are well sprung and she is short coupled. I would have preferred a little less length of second thigh. Rear movement not as straight as 1.
Open Dog 8 (4,A)
1. Barber’s Messano Just Good Friends with Swansreach 5 year old presented in full coat and in tip top condition. He could do with more trimming of his forechest to complete the picture. I loved his handsome head with dark eyes and lovely pigmentation with that cheeky ‘Look at me’ melting expression. His front is straight and he has plenty of bone and substance. His elbows tuck neatly into his deep chest with ribs well sprung and short in couplings. I would have preferred more length of upper arm and front angulation. He moved with plenty of drive and was at one with his handler. RBOB
2. Roper’s Catnnels Inside Story for Brensham SGWC VW This mature 10 yr old dog is a super example of a dog in hard muscular condition he belies his age and until I asked his handler I thought he was only about 5! He has a gorgeous masculine head with correct chiselling and dark eyes. Good bone and substance and is well balanced throughout with symmetrical fore and aft angulations with a level topline and tail set. He has strong muscular thighs, well turned stifles and straight hocks. Just lost out to 1 by a whisker on movement. I loved the rapport he has with his handler.
Open Bitch 6 (3,A)
1. Seamons Messano Kiss Me Now This 6 year old mature bitch oozes quality and condition and was presented today with her coat in full bloom. She has such a neat well balanced frame with flowing lines and everything in correct proportion. Closer inspection proved everything was in the right place. She has a sweet feminine head and expression with dark eyes and pigmentation. Her lovely reach of neck flows onto her dead level topline and tail set. Her angulations are symmetrical and she flowed around the ring holding her frame with bags of reach and drive. BOB
2. Fleets Waterbabies Kalakuta to Eastbury (IMP ITA) This pale cream 3 year old bitch pushed hard for 1st place. She is finer b***d than 1 but she too oozes quality with her lovely balanced construction. She was presented today in full bloom with gleaming coat. She has such a feminine head and gentle expression and dark eyes. Her lovely reach of neck flows onto well laid back shoulders with a dead level topline and tailset. She has a straight front and neat feet. Her chest is deep and her fore and rear angulations give symmetrical balance. She has well turned stifles and straight hocks and moved with correct footfall holding her lovely frame.
Fiona Bell

14/09/2025

Well done to Paula Sarantos with Mira who got 1st puppy b and BPIB at Richmond

13/09/2025

Well done Gemma Borg with Frank at Richmond who got
2nd in junior
2nd in special beginners and
3rd in a large junior stakes class

12/09/2025

Huge congratulations to
Jennifer Salmon and Hadley who got 1st in Limit and reserve best dog in breed at Richmond

11/09/2025

We had a great ringcraft training session last night, Wednesday 10th September.
Lots of chatting and dog Training. Everyone welcome.

10/09/2025

Don't forget ringcraft training is tonight at victory hall in noak hill. Starts 7pm

08/09/2025

Many thanks to Tracey Leese (Kokonor) for sending us her critique so promptly.
South West Essex canine association
Monday 25th August 2025
Thank you everyone for their entries and to my fabulous steward Marie Austen.
Akita
Special Yearling 2 entries ( 2 abs)
Graduate 1 entry
1,Nicholls, Mr C & Mrs J, Kendartic Hokus Pokus For Shyllar, 9 month old dog, presents a nice
shape with substance. He has a large head, flat skull, good small eyes that could be drier. Neat
bite, thick neck, ok in shoulder, good bone, well knuckled feet. He has breadth of chest and
moderate hind angulation. He was very excited on the move, so hard to assess. Best Puppy in
Breed.
Open 1 entry
1, Nicholls, Mr C & Mrs J, Ruthdale Perfection Through Shyllar (Imp Rom), red/white 2 1/2 year old
bitch. Nice body proportions, definitely feminine in head. She has small, dark eyes, small
triangular ears, enough bone and width of chest. Neat feet, large high set tail, moderate
angulation. Correct outer coat texture, undercoat soft. Moved lovely in profile and coming
forwards. BOB.
Boston Terrier
Special Yearling 1 entry
1, King, Mr B E, Kingsline Nell Gwyn, 9 month old bitch, very feminine, nice square head piece,
correct bite, round eyes, small ears. She had a good width of chest for a youngster, straight in
foreleg, elbows tight, small compact feet. She had that slight curve to tail set, moved well front
and rear. BOB, Best Puppy In breed and second in a strong puppy group.
Open 1 entry
1, Levene , Levene & Lewis, Miss A, Miss R, Miss L & Miss R, Aprika Dallas, 5 year old bitch, taller
on the leg than the puppy winner. Very feminine square head, good shaped eye, bite ok, good
depth of chest and cut up. Ok in bone and feet shape. Moved cleanly front and back . Res BOB
Dalmatian
Graduate 4 entries ( 2 abs)
1, England, Ms M, Silverspot Voyage Of The Sea, 14 month old liver spotted dog. Loved him for
balance in shape, and size. Good head shape, medium oval eyes, ears set on high, ok in shoulder
and neck length. Has some depth of chest, good bone, tidy feet, plenty of heart room, correct set
tail, enough angulation, well muscled.
2, Hopkin, Mrs J, Joubello Fastlove, 17 months old black spotted youngster. I loved his head ,
depth of chest and width, good ribcage, bone and neat feet. Had a tendency to overstretch on the
stand on the day.
Post Graduate 3 entries ( 1 abs)
1, Healey, Healey, Wheaton, Mr C , Mrs A E, & Miss L, Hebemor Careless Whisper From Dakata
JW, 2 year old liver bitch. Ideal for size and body proportions. Elegant head, medium size eyes,
high set ears, correct scissor bite, nicely arched neck, well laid shoulders. Ok in chest and depth
of rib, level top line, which she maintained on the move. Tight compact feet, good tail set. Moved
well in all directions.
2, England, Ms M, Silverspot Odessi of The Sea, brother to graduate winner. Balanced youngster,
with a good head, eye and ear set, shoulders ok, good in rib, tight feet, moved ok.
Open 3 Entries ( 1 Abs)
1, Penn, Mrs M L & Mr A J , Dalfellin Agape At Dalarisa, 4 year old bitch. She presented a
beautiful outline with elegance. Feminine head, of good shape and proportions, medium oval
eyes, moderately set apart, small ears, set high, enough length of neck, down to a good shoulder
set. Depth of chest, good in rib, tight elbows, enough bone, round compact feet. Well muscled
throughout, maintained her top line on the move. BOB and fourth in strong Adult Group.
2, Tysterman, Mrs J & Mr W Carodal Jacob’s Ladder, liver bitch, so lovely to go over, everything in
proportion and so well balanced. Very close to the eventual winner, but just thought her a little
close behind in comparison to the winner. Res BOB
French Bulldog
Special yearling 2 entries ( 1 abs)
1, Timms, Miss O, Olijah Dare To Dream, 10 month old beautifully marked pied boy. Round dark
eyes, square head, well placed ears, which he used well. Defined stop, good muzzle, open
nostrils. Powerful neck, Good depth of chest, straight bone, small , compact feet. Held his top line
on the move, muscular hindquarters. Loved him on the move, great to see the rapport between
him and his handler. Best puppy in breed, res BOB, winner of Puppy Utility group and reserve
Best Puppy in Show.
Graduate 1 entry ( 1 abs)
Open 2 Entries
1, Timms , Miss O, Ir Ch Olijah Fully Loaded JW, 2 1/2 year old brindle bitch. Loved her size and
balance. Beautiful square head, full of character and expression. Dark round eyes, bat ears, good
bite, well defined stop, nostrils open. Moderate length of neck, will arched, Coby in body, required
strong back with the gentle rise over loin. Hindquarters strong with muscle tone, tight compact
feet. Powered around the ring. Best of Breed and topped a strong Utility group.
2, Warren & Jobson, Ms P & Mr N, Warsons Madaline, sturdy, longer cast than the winner. Heavier
in head, but in proportion to her body. She was carrying a little too much weight. Moved ok.
AV Utility
Puppy 11 entries ( 8 abs)
1,Griffin & Barclay, Ms S & Mr C, Soranohoshi Chiisai Kaiju, Japanese Spitz, 11 month old dog.
Ideal for size, and body proportions for a male. Good head of medium size, dark oval eyes, good
ear set and used his ears in the ring, good pigmentation. Broad chest, back straight, high set tail,
ideal length of hock. Moved well front and rear and in profile. Third in a strong puppy group.
2,Thornton & Lockhart, Ms E A & Ms L A, Nubeiro Aoki , Xoloitzcuitle (Mexican Hairless), critiqued
in import breed register class
3, Spanias, Miss C, Charids Queen Of Hearts , Chow Chow
Graduate 7 Entries ( 4 abs)
1, Hopkin, Mrs J, Joubello Fastlove, Dalmatian
2, England, Ms M, Silverspot Odessi of The Sea
3, Cherry, Mr G, Lynces Dance Into The Light
Post graduate 6 entries ( 2 abs)
1, England, Ms M, Silverspot Voyage Of The Sea, Dalmatian
2, Minto, Miss H, Kenzduo American Pie For Tourmabull, bulldog, red and white bitch, ideal for
size and shape. Nice head, and eye, good width of muzzle, depth of chest, strong b***d, good
rib cage, tight feet, moved well in the heat of the day.
3, Toh, Miss E T, Ferrybelle’s Spell On You, Japanese Spitz
Open 1 entry
1, Armstrong, Miss S J, Regaze Dalai Gartok At Tizzycharm, Tibetan Terrier, 5 year old, sable /
white. Has a beautiful head, correctly proportioned, masculine, typical TT expression. He is good
for bone, flat feet, enough depth and length of rib. His coat has correct textures, presented well.
Moved well , front and rear, Best AV Utility.
AV Utility Veteran 10 entries ( 4 abs)
1, Cherry, Mr G, Lynces Made In Heaven, Tibetan Terrier, 9 year old bitch, she is lovely size and
shape, which she maintains on the move. She has a good head piece, correct bite, ok in
pigmentation. She is well made, good ribcage and heart room, enough bone, flat feet. Presented
in good coat and texture. Moved really well in this highly competitive class.
2, Thornton & Lockhart, Ms E A & Ms L A, Multi/Bel/Lux/Nld CH Sheldobchi Drummer Boy At
Mexolo DEU JCH BEL/CZE VCH , Xoloitzcuitle (Mexican Hairless), 9 year old dog. Red, lovely
shape And size. Good for muscle, hare feet, moved well
3, Healey, Healey & Wheaton, Mr C , Mrs AE & Miss L, Hebemor Ruby Tiger From Acinonyx JW,
Dalmatian
AV Imported Breed Register Utility 2 entries (1 Abs)
1, Thornton & Lockhart, Ms E A & Ms L A, Nubeiro Aoki , Xoloitzcuitle (Mexican Hairless), 9 month
old red boy, sturdy built youngster. Head typical wedge shape, almond shaped eye, scissor bite,
large ears, muscular neck, deep rib, elbows tight, hare footed, well muscled, moved cleanly. Best
Import.
AV NSC Utility puppy 3 Entries
1, Griffin & Barclay, Ms S & Mr C, Soranohoshi Chiisai Kaiju, Japanese Spitz, 11 month old dog.
Ideal for size, and body proportions for a male. Good head of medium size, dark oval eyes, good
ear set and used his ears in the ring, good pigmentation. Broad chest, back straight, high set tail,
ideal length of hock. Moved well front and rear and in profile. Best AV NSC puppy, Third in a
strong puppy group.
2, Spanias, Miss C, Charids Queen Of Hearts , Chow Chow, 8 month old shaded red Chow Chow
bitch. Well balanced , good head, flat skull, well filled out under her eyes, broad from eyes to
nose, small well shaped ears. Good for bone, broad chest, well ribbed, high set tail. Moved freely.
3, Searles, Mrs V, Jaidev’s Fifth Avenue Via Cravessa, Japanese Shiba Inu
AV NSC Special Yearling 4 Entries ( 1 Abs)
1, Ferry, Mrs S & Miss J, Longdale’s Eternal Flame With Ferrybelle, German Spitz ( Klein), cream
sable, compact, good in outline and shape. Wedge shaped head, oval eyes, small triangular ears,
well b***d, straight legs. Moved well.
2, Huynh, Mrs S, Rahima Hocu’s Pocu’s, Japanese Shiba Inu, red ideal for size and shape. Lots to
like , but just thought her to be carrying a bit too much weight, which showed over the shoulders,
almond eyes,tight feet, good for muscle. Moved well.
3, Toh, Miss ET, Ferrybelle’s Spell On You, Japanese Spitz
AV NSC Utility Post Graduate 4 Entries ( 1 abs)
1, Ferry, Mrs S & Miss J, Ferrybelle’s Take It Easy, Japanese spitz , very feminine bitch, wedged
shaped head, dark eye, good pigmentation, good for bone, small round feet. Moved well in front
and profile.
2, Nicholls, Mr C & Mrs J, Izlou Muffin Compares For Shyllar, German Spitz (Mittel), black,
compact , ideal balance of length to leg length. Medium sized head, lovely expression. Short
neck, well ribbed up, moved ok in profile and coming towards but a little close behind.
3, Griffin & Barclay, Ms S & Mr C, Tawvale Heiwa, Japanese Spitz
AV NSC Utility Open 2 entries
1, Ferry, Mrs S & Miss J, CH Ferrybelle’s Take Cover JW, Japanese spitz, 3 year old bitch, lovely
shape and size. Wedge shaped head, dark oval shaped eyes, small triangular ears , moderate
length of neck, ok in shoulder, good for body proportions to leg length, ideal tail set and length of
hock. Moved well in profile and coming and going. Best AV NSC Utility and later Third in a strong
Utility Adult Group.
2, Toh, Miss E T, Ferrybelle Natsu Taiyo , Japanese Spitz, 11 year old showing his age a little but a
credit to his owner. Enjoyed his time in the ring, he is still a good shape, held his shape on the
stand and moved well.
Utility Group
1,Timms , Miss O, Ir Ch Olijah Fully Loaded JW, French Bulldog
2, Anscombe, L & H, CH Blenheimstar’s Taliesan Of Jraygon JW ShCEx OSW, 3 year old male,
bulldog. Red and white, with a super head piece, good dark eyes, correct rose ear, high set. Nice
mouth, with width of jaw, good dentition. Short compact body, broad shoulders, deep round
brisket, strong forelegs, muscular hindquarters. Moved around the ring so well, on a very warm
day, loved his attitude and personality in the ring.pushed the eventual winner hard.
3, Ferry, Mrs S & Miss J, CH Ferrybelle’s Take Cover JW, Japanese spitz
4,Penn, Mrs M L & Mr A J , Dalfellin Agape At Dalarisa, Dalmatian
Utility Puppy Group- the Tibetan Terrier withdrew from the group, due to a close friendship with
myself.
1,Timms, Miss O, Olijah Dare To Dream, French Bulldog, delighted to here he later went Reserve
Best Puppy In Show.
2,King, Mr B E, Kingsline Nell Gwyn, Boston Terrier
3,Griffin & Barclay, Ms S & Mr C, Soranohoshi Chiisai Kaiju, Japanese Spitz
4, Talkowski, Miss H, Smoochaball Xciting Story, Bulldog, 10month old . Feminine bitch with a
lovely head. Dark eyes, good mouth, enough neck, ample bone, width of chest, moved soundly.

06/09/2025

Many thanks to Lindsey Jones for her Irish Setter Critique.
SOUTH WEST ESSEX CANINE ASSOCIATION 25TH AUGUST, 2025
My thanks to the committee for the invitation to judge Irish Setters, and to my capable steward Wendy for ensuring the smooth running of the ring. Grateful acknowledgment also to the Midland Irish Setter Society for sponsoring Best of Breed, Reserve Best of Breed and Best Puppy in Breed, and to Carole Bailey and Elaine Gratton for kindly providing the rosettes in memory of Christine Warner.
IRISH SETTERS
PUPPY (1, 1)
SPECIAL YEARLING (7, 4)
1. Nicholls’ RIVERBRUE STORM
Racy young bitch of quality, presenting a pleasing outline. Lovely dark coat, feminine head of good proportions, dark eye and gentle expression, however would prefer a better eye shape. Clean through the neck into well-laid shoulders, excellent upper arm and depth, with ribbing carried well back. Topline smooth and gently sloping, tail well set and carried with animation. Free, accurate mover.
2. Parsons’ QUENSHA WOMAN IN LOVE AT BRANSETT
Attractive type, feminine in head with a sweet expression. Balanced throughout with sufficient depth and ribbing, loin firm and slightly arched, tail well placed. Covered the ground with ease, presented in gleaming condition.
3. Walters’ KAIMILTOFT RUBY TUESDAY FOR DENEIL
POST GRADUATE (4, 3)
1. Levene & Lewis’ QUENSHA REMEMBER THE NAME VALASARCH
Quality male with good balance and great presence. Refined headpiece with kind expression and strength in muzzle. Neck elegant and well arched, leading to a firm topline. Correctly angulated fore and aft, with good depth, spring of rib and width across the croup. Bone and feet of excellent quality. Coat beautifully prepared. Moved with some style. Best of Breed.

OPEN (4, 3)
1. Parsons’ QUENSHA THINKING OUT LOUD AT BRANSETT
Three year old dog of pleasing proportions. Masculine head with dark, expressive eyes and correct earset. Well developed in forechest, deep ribbing and strong loin. Hindquarters powerful, driving well on the move. Presented in rich chestnut coat of good condition. Reserve Best of Breed.

Lindsey Jones - Saffronsett

06/09/2025

Many thanks to Lindsey Jones for her English Setter Critique.
SOUTH WEST ESSEX CANINE ASSOCIATION
25TH AUGUST, 2025
I am grateful to the committee for inviting me to judge English Setters. Thanks also to Wendy my Steward for her efficiency. Many thanks to Carole & John Bailey for sponsoring Best of Breed and Best Puppy in Breed. A wonderful entry of quality exhibits.
ENGLISH SETTERS
PUPPY (1, 1)
SPECIAL YEARLING (4, 1)
1. Whittington’s CULVERWELL MAGIC TOUCH
Masculine orange dog, nearly two years, already showing maturity. Pleasing head with kind expression, correct ear set, pleasing finish to muzzle and adequate stop. Well-b***d with correct angulation fore and aft, level topline giving a balanced outline. Shown in excellent condition. BOB
2. Kerr’s LATJEATA ANGEL BLUE
Feminine blue bitch, just over one year. Attractive head with good planes, though less stop than first. Elegant neck leading into well-set topline. Well-laid shoulder and good return of upper arm. Well ribbed with slightly longer loin. Fit and well-muscled, moving freely.
3. Beasley’s LATJEATA CUP OF KINDNESS
GRADUATE (1, 0)
1. Bloomfield’s PARKNAB DIDO SAXON
Two-year-old blue bitch. Balanced head with pleasing planes, elegant neck leading into shoulders and level topline. Good width of thigh. Reluctant to stand but time is on her side. Moved well showing enthusiasm.
OPEN (2, 0)
1. Whittington’s JULDEANE LINE OF DUTY
Mature orange dog of excellent type. Good head with correct stop, eye and ear set. Muscular neck into well-set shoulders, good depth of chest and spring of rib, level topline and broad croup. Strongly muscled with neat arched feet. Coat in fine order. Moved with drive and enthusiasm. RBOB.
2. King’s SIRIUS BLUE HEAVEN AT GRANTASTAR
Tricolour male. Arched neck into good shoulders, head ok but would prefer a slightly longer muzzle to complete the overall balance. Ample forechest and depth to brisket. Strong loin and level topline. Would prefer a little more substance thoughout. Sound on the move with animated tail action. Shown in beautiful condition with great musculature. Handled very well.

Lindsey Jones - Saffronsett

06/09/2025

Lovely Photos taken at SWECA show by Paul Dodd

We are delighted to have had OurDogs photographer Paul Dodd attend our show on Monday and his photos of the main BiS winners as well as each of the Group winners in Adult, Puppy and Veteran will be appearing in a Show Gallery in OurDogs in due course. In the meantime, those photos along with some gorgeous head studies, ring shots and candids are available as digital downloads or prints on his photography web site at https://pauldodd.photography/sweca-august2025 - a total of 188 images, do take a look and see if your dog appears.