Bolton Percy Fun Dog Show, Saturday 8^th June 2024

A total of 19 dogs were entered by their owners across the range of classes with some travelling from outside the village to take part.

Congratulations go to Poppy & Matthew Morton from Colton for winning the ‘Supreme Champion’ title with their Collie x Labrador ‘Marley’ !

The Dog Show was organised by Andrew Schofield, compared by Alan Swain and the Judge for the second-year running was Crufts Veteran Celia Swain. Jim Reid took the photographs.

Thanks to Andrew, Alan, Jim and Celia for all their efforts in making this a successful and enjoyable event.

The Judge’s Comments (guest Judge Celia Swain) are as follows:

Thank you for the invitation to judge the BP Village Fete Dog Show again and a big thank you to everyone who entered. I would like to say how impeccably behaved all the entrants were on such a busy afternoon and what a lovely range of pet pooches I had to consider.

The Results:

Supreme Champion (chosen from winners of each class)

Congratulations to Poppy and Matthew Morton from Colton with their Collie x Labrador for winning the ‘Supreme Champion’ title

Cutest Puppy – Milo, 16 weeks old, Cockapoo

Only two puppies entered this year and it was a very hard decision to make as to which was the cutest.

Shown very well by his young handler, Emily Dance, Milo behaved beautifully. He has a lovely soft coat, a very sweet face, gorgeous kind eyes and boundless energy. Congratulations Emily and Milo.

Prettiest Female and Supreme Champion – Marley, 3yrs old Collie x Labrador

Such a difficult class from which to pick a winner with so many pretty girls entered. Marley, handled with confidence by Poppy, stood out for me because she has a super gleaming coat, a very pretty face and expression, a calm but inquisitive nature and Poppy clearly has a very special bond with her pet. Well done girls!

Most Handsome Male – Sully, 3.5yrs old, Golden Retriever

A huge class of 11 gorgeous dogs and all so well behaved. It was certainly not an easy job to single out one for top honours.

However, after much deliberation it was Sully, handled by Lisa from Appleton Roebuck, who was my 1^st place choice today. He is without doubt a very fine specimen, a stunning example of his breed. He has a rich, gold coat, a very masculine head, broad muzzle and alert expression. He is obviously a very friendly boy and a great companion. Good job Sully!

Golden Oldie – Beau, 11yrs 9mths, Pug

Handled by Tino (4yrs old!)

The youngest and oldest entrants in the show today, Tino and Beau make a great team and it was lovely to see them moving around the show together. For his age, Beau is very active, moves well and he was presented in very good condition. He has a lovely soft coat and dark eyes.

Tino has the makings of a great handler. Brilliant job Tino and Beau..

Waggiest Tail – Milo, 6yrs old, Cocker Spaniel

Handled by Gemma and ably assisted by Cillian and Ossie, Milo continued to wag his tail all afternoon, in and out of the show ring! It was fairly easy to place him first in this category. His exuberance and zest for life is infectious and brings a smile to the faces of all around him.  Congratulations Milo!