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GCCF Judge Critique - Joy Norfolk - Eastern Counties Cat Society Show 2010

Written by Tina

Monday, 04 October 2010

Joy Norfolk Eastern Counties Cat Society Show – 7th August 2010

My grateful thanks to Show Managers Audrey Newsome her husband Les for their invitation to judge and excellent hospitality So sorry Les had to miss the show this year and wish him a speedy recovery. Thanks also to Ferial for her patience and valuable assistance, and for travelling up especially to assist me. We had some beautiful cats, I thank their owners for the pleasure and for exhibiting under me, I had a very enjoyable day at this popular East Anglian Show. Including

Non_Pedigree Open Class DEVON REX KITTEN FEMALE

1 – & BOB KINDELL’S KARENANNE LILY WILDE (33a36) F 26 04 10

Most attractive, stylish smoke kitten of excellent type and temperament, who showed herself well. Very good top of head curving back to a nice flat skull. Head forms a short broad wedge and viewed in profile shows high cheekbones and a short broad muzzle. Stop is evident and can be felt She shows a very well defined whisker break and a firm level chin of decent depth, the bite was level. Crinkled brow and whiskers. Pleasing expression with large oval eyes with slight slope towards the outer edge of the ear and full cheeks .She displays a lovely quizzical, slightly naughty look. Very large ears which when she is relaxed are fine, but need to be a little lower for perfection. Viewed from the back she has ear muffs and a little tuft on the end of each ear. Elegant slender neck, body feels hard and chest broad. She was well coated with the rexing developing well. Underparts covered in short, soft fur. Stood well on long slim legs with neat oval feet and her tail balancing her body, long and tapering and well covered A very happy kitten of excellent temperament. I was pleased to see that she later became BIS Foreign kitten. Well done .

2 – PALMER’S JONSCOTT ART DECO (33a 36e) F 0601 10

Tortie Devon Rex A very well grown kitten of good type and conformation Faultless, presentation with the kitten prepared to perfection. This kitten was outgoing, nice natured and very easy to assess. Head forms a wide short wedge, forehead curved back to a nice flat skull, prominent cheekbones and crinkled brow and whiskers. Quite large, widely set ears which she could hold a bit lower, have small muffs when viewed from behind and have a fine fur covering. Pleasing expression, full cheeks and large chartreuse oval shaped eyes in a correct setting and with good space between. Head is finished in a strong muzzle; firm chin and level bite. Short straight nose, in profile showing some stop. I would like a longer neck, hard muscular body, her coat was dense, felt a little coarse in some areas today. Rexing not in evidence yet although fully coated.. Well covered underparts. Correct stance on long slim and very elegant legs finished with largish paws. Good tail well covered, correct shape and length to be in balance with the body. Well grown kitten of good temperament, who showed herself well.

AV SHORTHAIR ADULT OR KITTEN

1 – LAMB’S GR CH NATANGO’S GHANIJAH OF GENIEMAU (78 30) F 4 11 07

A stunning bronze girl with a lovely rich colour and well defined pattern; her head formed a medium wedge that was slightly rounded. Showed a gentle contour to the profile and forehead shows a well defined M. Chin slightly sloped away slightly, bite was level. Her eyes were large and well shaped; they were a good gooseberry green . She has an excellent body with elegant legs and a medium length tail with dark tip that balances well. Coat a very rich colour with a warm, coppery tone to the ground colour and the markings and spots were clearly defined. Texture silky and fine and very close lying. Shown in excellent condition and had a lovely, outgoing personality and sweet disposition

2 – MACEY’S KYMIAN WESTON (27) M 22 03 08

Another exhibit of type and quality; Head forms a short, broad wedge with a blunt finish to the muzzle. medium size ears, broad at the base and rounded at the tips. Ears set well apart and continued the lines of the upper part of the face. slightly rounded top of head and brow line.. Distinct nose break and good depth to the chin. Nose tends to roll off at the leather. Eyes large and lustrous; the top line slants towards the nose and the lower line is generously rounded. The body is of medium length with a firm, muscular feel with a broad, rounded chest and a straight back. Stood well on sturdy legs and neat oval paws. Tail of medium thickness at the base and tapered to a rounded tip just short for balance.The coat is moderately short but rich in colour, a glossy seal brown , fine and satiny. Just a couple of white hairs showing on the shoulder today. Presented in excellent condition

AV SHORTHAIR NEUTER

1 – DODKIN’S KOPERKAT AMARE (23a) MN 31 05 09

Well behaved lad with a very good head with good width across his cheeks and gentle contour lines. His ears are set well, showing slight forward tilt, set and deeply cupped but lacking tufts. He has the desired slight indent in the profile as required Beautiful deep hazel eyes in the correct setting and very expressive. Very well defined copper facial markings and clear eyeliner which accentuates his very expressive eyes. Chin firm could be a touch deeper for perfection and bite level, just a hint of cream under the chin. He has a very elegant neck, cream around the lips. He has a wonderful coat for texture and rich colouring with an evenness of chocolate ticking throughout. This hall benefits from natural light which shows the beauty of the Abyssinian coat, this lad is a really lustrous sorrel and his coat really shone today. A very faint necklace mark is just visible; this is hard to see as it has merged well into the coat. Colouring a rich lustrous copper rich to base, richly coloured under parts which were completely clear. An elegant medium body, as required by the standard, displays excellent muscle tone. Shows a clearly defined spine line and very well boned. Slender elegant limbs neat feet with small chocolate heels. Good standing tail of sufficient length to balance the body and ending in a solid chocolate tip. Well presented and in superb condition, a very lovely exhibit and a worthy winner of the class.

2 – JOHNSON’S PR ADNIOAM JUSTABOUT ME (24n) MN 07 02 09

Long, elegant fellow, well grown for his age, and showing a very pleasing type. Head forms a triangular wedge with good width across his cheeks and good muzzle . Slightly rounded top of head between medium to large broad based ears which have good space between and which he holds correctly. Clear brilliant blue eyes in an oriental setting, set wide apart with the slightly slanted look giving true expression. . Chin level and of reasonable depth, bite was fine. Coat texture fine and silky with a nice feel to it Well shaped feet and neat oval paws. Good tail and long enough for balance. A lovely fellow, such bad luck to come up against stiff competition today, ran the winner close.

3 – DODKIN’S KOPERKAT SUNGOESDOWN (23c) FN 08 05 08

AC CORNISH /DEVON REX, LA PERM NON BREEDERS ADULT M/F

1 – CHALLIS’S REXELLENCE BLACKAGAIN(33a36) M 26 07 09

Mature Black Smoke Devon Rex lad. Head forms a fairly short broad wedge with strong well shaped muzzle. Forehead curves gently back to a nice flat skull. Short straight nose and only evidence of a slight indent, would like more stop, and more depth to chin. Bite was level. High cheek bones. Large tufted ears set wide apart held at the correct angle and when viewed from the rear displayed small muffs and rounded tops. Large luminous yellow oval eyes set at the correct angle and with good space between. Crinkled whiskers and eyebrows. Fur sparse on his slender neck and also in places on the sides of his body. Medium length body with a good broad chest feeling hard and firm. Underparts downy. Long slim legs and neat oval paws. Correct stance, higher at the rear. Coat softly waved throughout. Good long tail , tapering. A lovely boy perfectly behaved.

AV FOREIGN / ORIENTAL SENIOR ADULT PART a

1 – DARBY’S SILVERSMOKE MIRACLE (23) F 04 01 08

A very nice example of the breed, with well balanced and gently contoured head.Ears set well apart, large and cupped but have no tufts. These were pricked forward and follow the line of the wedge. In profile shows a slight nose break and firm level chin. Green expressive eyes in an oriental setting with good pigmentation markings.Creamy chin, no white. A very elegant arched neck and feminine body. Good quality even ticking throughout and no undesirable markings.Texture neither coarse nor soft but with the correct amount of resilience. Rich to base and well defined spine line. Correct stance on long elegant limbs, nice to see she had fairly good gauntlets. Well shaped standing tail, thick at the base and tapering at the tip with black and of goodly length

2 – CROW AND GOSS’S GR CH KAGURA KATISHA (72 45q) F 23 11 05

I liked this typy girl, she had plenty to say and was quite spirited. Head with gently rounded top between well sized and shaped ears. Expressive eyes of good shape and set. Elegant neck and firm feminine body. Coat was of soft texture and had a healthy sheen to it. Limbs and tail in proportion. She was beautifully prepared for the show

EX2 – THOMPSON’S UK GR CH CHRISAN CORDELIA (33 40 1w) F 25 03 00

A mature girl with a superb temperament and shown in excellent condition. Head a medium wedge with an almost straight profile. Very strong chin yet her bite is level. Her ears have a broad base and rounded tips but could be larger. Deep blue eyes of medium size and oval shape with a very gentle expression. Elegant body carried high on long legs with small oval paws, long fine tail. Very dense coat, short and silky with lovely even rexing on the body, plushier on the shoulders. A very gracious lady totally cooperative and a great pleasure to judge.

3 – BANDY’S TROIKA SHEREMETEVA (16a) F 12 10 07

AV FOREIGN / ORIENTAL SENIOR ADULT PART b

1 – LAMB’S GR CH NATANGO’S GHANIJAH OF GENIEMAU (78 30) F 4 11 07

2 – HEDGES’ GR CH KALLUKIKATZ AMARILLO(76 30) M 01 03 05

An extremely well behaved mature Spotted Bengal male. Excellent overall type and sweet nature. Medium broad head very well balanced. Smallish ears well spaced which he holds well. Widely set eyes, oval in shape with a slight slant to the line of the ear. Shows a clear “M” on his forehead and complex scarab design. Very well grown. His long sleek body displays good muscle tone. He has a beautiful coat with lovely texture, short, close lying and well defined spotted pattern, shows good distribution of dark brown spots with rufus ground. Strong well barred legs with smallish feet and rounded paws. Excellent tail, thick and even carried low, ending in a black tip A great pleasure to judge

3. SOUTHALL’S COLDENOUGHFORSNOW (83aw) F 20 07 08

AV FOREIGN/ORIENTAL DEBUTANTE ADULT

1-EVANS’ GLENDAVON CAPERCAILLIE (23) F 07 10 00

Nice type girl, she was very comfortable with the show scene and behaved well. Head with gentle contours.Ears set well apart, large and cupped but have no tufts. These were pricked forward and follow the line of the wedge. In profile shows a slight nose break and firm level chin. Really expressive eyes in an oriental setting with good pigmentation markings.Very good facial markings Creamy chin, no white. A very elegant arched neck and feminine body. Good quality even ticking throughout and no undesirable markings and no grey roots visible..Texture neither coarse nor soft but with the correct amount of resilience. Rich to base and well defined spine line. Correct stance on long elegant limbs, short black heels. Well shaped standing tail, thick at the base and tapering at the tip with black and of sufficient length to balance. Shown in good condition. length

2 – AUST’SABSOLUTELY JOE (76b30) 14 10 00

Blue eyed snow spotted Bengal. A strong well grown young man. Broad wedge with slightly narrow muzzle. Ears of correct size and set, straight profile firm chin of good depth. |Expressive pale blue oval eyes , these could be deeper, strong body, well muscled and of good development, strong legs, largish rounded paws, thick even tail felt rather boney near the tip. The pattern was well defined. Random spots, pearlised effect and pencilled facial tracings evident. Chatty soul, very calm and relaxed.Shown in super condition.

3 – COLGAN’S RUSHBROOKE OLIVER DPLATA(68 43 s M 29 09 09

AV FOREIGN M/F AC CORNISH /DEVON REX, LA PERM KITTEN

1 –BOSWELL’S DIADEMHILL JUST KEVIN (33 36a) 20 04 10

A very placid boy, who looked to be enjoying himself and handled perfectly when out of the pen. Nice flat skull, slight curve at the brow and almost straight profile. Head forms a medium wedge which narrows to a gently rounded muzzle. Wonderful ears, he holds these so well, high on top of his head. Nice curly whiskers, he has a good chin and bite is level. Expressive eyes of correct placement and slanting towards the bottom line of the ear. Medium size masculine body, firm and hard with excellent muscle tone. Good quality coat, lovely texture, rexing has developed well. Stood correctly on high slim legs which were longer at the rear. Long slim and well shaped tail covered with fine fur. Shown in super condition.

2 – PALMER’S JONSCOTT ART DECO (33a 36e) F 0601 10 .

AC CORNISH/DEVON REX OR LA PERM NEUTER

1 – HUMMERSTON’S CHRISAN CAMELOTT (33/31s) MN 03 07 06

Well grown Cornish lad, looks mature. He displayed a great deal of patience and willingness to be judged on this very hot afternoon. Well shaped ears which he holds at the correct angle, like a crown on top of his head. Gentle lines to his medium wedge head. Profile shows a nice flat skull gently curved at the brow line and almost straight nose. Expressive oval shaped eyes well spaced. Good muzzle and long fine whiskers. Slender neck and elegant, strong and muscular body, Lovely texture to his coat, short and dense, showing well formed waves, tightly rippled all over his back like astrakhan. Slim legs, long fine tail, generally well covered, showing small patch of clean stud tail. Well mannered boy and beautifully presented.

2- TYLER’S PR MEGGYMOO DONNCHA (33 31s) M Cornish Rex

A strong and muscular black smoke and white boy. Attractive colouration with a black moustache and white tip to the tail. Head a medium wedge narrowing to a rounded muzzle with an almost straight profile. Large ears set rather high with a broad base and rounded tips. Oval eyes of medium size and set on a slight slant but he was shutting his left eyes slightly. Muscular body carried high on long limbs and a long fine tapering tail. Well-covered with a short silky coat, generally soft but slightly harsher down the spine. Good rexing developing well on the body but a bit plushy on the shoulders. Lovely temperament and easy to handle.

AV FOREIGN/ORIENTAL JUNIOR NEUTER FEMALE

1 – HAYCOCK’S PR AMEEKA WILDCAT SALLY (73) FN 11 10 08

Very svelte but muscular Ocicat. Good shape to wedge, which is moderately long with correct muzzle pinch. Well set and shaped medium sized ears. Eyes almond shaped, well set. Long in back, muscular with correct stance.Nice weight and feel to this cat. Gorgeous coat, short and fine with satin like texture. Well spotted pattern with good contrast to base coat and well defined markings on forehead, cheeks, tail rings and tail tip.

2-WHISTON’S MIYOKO CHIQUITITA (4845bs) FN 21 11 08

Stylish oriental girl of very good type and well balanced Head a moderate wedge showing good profile. Chin of decent depth, bite level eyes show typical oriental shape, green in colour and quite expressive. Large well-set ears wide at the base and held at the correct angle. Very elegant neck. Feminine firm, well developed. Good quality coat, short and fine. Stands correctly on fine legs with neat paws. Her whip tail was of good length for balance. Well defined bracelets. A very lovely exhibit.

3-NEWBERRY’S PR MIMAPERKS TIFFANYCASE (74) FN 08 09,08

AV FOREIGN ADULT KITTEN OR NEUTER club class Bedford CC

1 – MACEY’S CH&PR FECHELDEE VENUS FN (74c) 26 05 01

This girlexudes confidence combined with a wonderful gentle nature. A beautiful cat of excellent size and weight. Good top of head with well spaced smallish ears which she holds well. . A most affectionate girl

2 – LEE’S GR PR KALUKIKATZ ARABESQUE (76 20) FN 01 03 05

Fabulous girl, Beautiful marbled Bengal of the most sweet nature, outgoing and friendly. Wide medium wedge, with gently curved profile and prominent whisker pads and strong chin. Large oval eyes and well set medium sized ears. Strong in body, well muscled, good strong legs and large rounded paws. Medium length tail of good thickness. Lovely short, dense coat of excellent soft texture. Good marbled pattern, a little indistinct in some areas. Very laid back cat and a pleasure to judge

3 – WILLIAMS-ELLIS’S CH SESUANE SERRENOL SAMSON (372 43nq) M 16 10 08

Ex3– TYLER’S PR MEGGYMOO DONNCHA (33 41a MN 23 03 09

This was such a difficult class to judge, all the cats were full of quality.

CAM CAT CLUB CLASS

1-ELLIS’S GR PR MYLYNN MOONSHADOW (62 20)09 12 06

Handsome fellow, quite a substantial cat. Excellent head forming a strong, even and balanced wedge. Correct profile. Good chin and level bite. Ears held correctly, these wre set wide and are sufficiently large. Eyes a stunning green colour of well defined shape and with oriental slant. Neck elegant, body masculine.and strong. I suspect he dines really well. Good silky coat of excellent length and texture. Lovely facial markings showing clearly defined “M” Good breeches and plumed tail. An impressive cat with a gentle manner shown to perfection

2 – JAMES’ GR PR KRISTOPHE LITTLEWILLLOW (29c) MN 27 01 06

Another very pleasing exhibit, unlucky to meet the winner today. This lad has a very sweet nature and is most cooperative. Excellent type and with overall balance. Head a pleasing wedge. Correctly shaped ears which he holds very well. Level brow and even nose. Large eyes of clear green with somewhat worried expression although he was not nervous at all. Good body looking elegant and feeling firm and muscular. Coat of medium length with a good texture. proportionate legs, feet and tail. Shown in fine condition.

AV SHORTHAIR ADULT KITTEN OR NEUTER LINCS CC

1- LOWELL’S GR PR SUSPIRIA WILLIAM BECKFORD 37k MN 21.04.07

Super chap with a lovely friendly temperament and an excellent expression in his beautiful eyes; long firm body, long fine legs with neat oval paws and fine tail to balance; large ears well set and flared, medium length wedge head, slight dip in profile, good chin and level bite; long elegant neck. Coat short and close, excellent shine and texture and showing warm cinnamon brown colouring, slightly lighter at base and showing a faint ghost scarab on his forehead; excellent condition and presentation

AC DEVON REX ADULT, KITTEN OR NEUTER

1- LOWELL’S PR NELSHAN SCARLET PIMPERNEL (33a36) MN 23 02 09

Rather naughty today, he didn’t want to be handled, perhaps it had been a long day for him by the time we arrived at the pen. Shy Black Smoke Devon Rex lad. Head forms a fairly short broad wedge with strong well shaped muzzle. Forehead curves gently back to a nice flat skull. Short straight nose and evidence of stop, gooddepth to chin. Bite was level. High cheek bones. Large tufted ears set wide apart held at the correct angle and when viewed from the rear displayed small muffs and rounded tops. Large luminous oval eyes set at the correct angle and with good space between. Crinkled whiskers and eyebrows. Fur sparse on his slender neck and also on the top of his head and in in places on the sides of his body. Medium length body with a good broad chest feeling hard and firm. Underparts downy. Long slim legs and neat oval paws. Correct stance, higher at the rear. Some rexing, but not all over. Good long tail , tapering.

AV FOREIGN (INC BURMESE) ADULT, KITTEN OR NEUTER

1- YARDLEY’S PAPAGENA YANA YARDLEY (27c) F 01.09.08

A pretty lilac girl of good weight and conformation, quite a character and easy to assess. Head forms a short wedge with good width at the cheek bones, tapering to a reasonably short and blunt muzzle. Gently rounded top of head and good width between her medium/large broad based ears that were set well apart and with slight forward tilt.. .Correctly shaped large yellowish eyes set well apart to give a typical ‘Burmese’ look. In profile her depth of head was reasonably good from skull to jaw hinge Brow gently rounded and her nose break needs a touch more definition. Her nose was short and straight, chin of decent depth.. The bite was even. Rounded chest and nice straight back, she has elegant legs and neat oval shaped paws. Tail medium thick at the base and tapered to a rounded tip. Just a mite short for balance.. Coat of medium length close lying and soft to touch. . Gleaming pale lilac coat with just a tinge of pink. Overall a lovely feel to this girl. Shown in excellent condition.

2. LEGGETT’S YESSO LEILANI, (73).F 09.06.09

Very svelte but muscular chocolate Ocicat. Good shape to wedge, which is moderately long with correct muzzle pinch. Well set and shaped medium sized ears. Eyes almond shaped, well set. Long in back, muscular with correct stance. Gorgeous coat, short and fine with satin like texture. Well spotted pattern with good contrast to base coat and well defined markings on forehead, cheeks, tail rings and tail tip.

3 – WILLIAMS-ELLIS’S CH SESUANE SERRENOL SAMSON (372 43nq) M 16 10 08

Non Pedigree Section

1 – POTTER’S DUKE MN

14 years Ginger and White Smart boy, very calm and easy to assess. His coat has that wonderful quality of crispness and the white areas were pristine. Very attractive ginger markings He behaved well out of the pen and wanted to look around to see what was taking place. A gorgeous cat who seemed to be enjoying his day out.

2 – McCoys MC SNOWDROP FN

3 years Large white person with an immaculate coat looking like crisp white snow with beautiful shell pink ears. Gentle face with expressive gooseberry green eyes. She was rather shy to begin with and preferred the pen to the trolley.

3 – BROWN’S GMC LEO MN

3.3 years( Blue tabby)

AV PEDIGREE PET

1 CRACKNELL’S MERLIN Semi LH Black Tipped MN 04 02 06.

Immaculate throughout. Lovely fellow who enjoyed a cuddle.

2- BERNARD’S MC CHARLIE S/H Red MN 2.11 YRS

Red boy, looks to be of Burmese extraction. Coat short and of excellent texture. Body well filled An alert and attentive cat who showed himself well

EX2 LOWELL’S MC HELLS BELLS BLUE tortie FN 10YRS

Friendly soul, a mature cat with definite presence, purred all the time. She seemed cold and wanted to get back to her heap of blankets in the pen.Very good condition for age, a pretty cat.

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