...all very frustrating, with new puppies at home, very cheap fuel and nowhere to go !!...
we can be thankful for the glorious Spring weather and time - time to do all those things we have on our List and promised to do sometime - no excuses ! garden pristine, house decorated and dogs well groomed.... well, almost !
Withiflor Valentine (Black & Tan dog)
Withiflor Fine Romance (Black bitch) (Sire: Sh Ch Lujesa Impossible Dream Dam: Withiflor Science Fiction)
Withiflor Tiny Dancer (Pip) (Sire: Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone Dam: Withiflor Book Worm)
Fran's Withiflor Fairy Tale
`locked down !"
"Mouse".... Before.......
...and After ... !
CRUFTS 06.03.2020
Judges: Mr Ian Scott (Middlegill) Dogs Mr Mark Boswell (Marquel) Bitches
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone (very well handled by Fran) - Reserve (4th) Open Dog - from an entry of 30 !
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran in Breed the judge said.... "...What a lovely bitch. 10 yers and super fit ! Balanced, correct head, body and angulatlion. Good front, moved and presented in excellent condition. A credit to her owner and her breeding." Fran's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 1st Post Graduate Bitch the judge said... "Lovely feminine well presented gold bitch. Super head, body and quarters. Correct op line, the best of legs and feet. Happy, moved well and with drive."
A great day............ see "Crufts 2020" page for pics...
Richmond Ch Show - 08.09.2019 Judge: Mr Les Forfar (Glasedin)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran in Breed ... a good note to bow out on for the year ! Withiflor Science Fiction - Reserve Limit Bitch
***** New Arrival...........04.09.2019 *****
"Mouse"
City of Birmingham Ch Show - 01.09.2019
Judge: Mrs Marion Sweeney
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Limit Bitch
SKC - 25.08.2019 Judge: Mrs Julie Fajardo (San Matayo)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Open Dog
Fran's Withiflor Fairy Tail - 1st Post Graduate Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch
The Welsh Kennel Club - 18.08.2019 Judge: Mrs Tracy Buck (Claviare)
Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Graduate Bitch Fran Bard's Withiflor Fairy Tail - 2nd Post Graduate Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Limit Bitch
Well done blondie's daughters !
Bournemouth Ch Show - 11.08.2019 Judge: Mrs Sandra Williams (Wilmerela)
Well done Jo and Steve with
Sh Ch Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview - 1st Open Bitch and BCC (her fourth !)
Paignton & District Fanciers Association - 03.08.2019
Judge: Mrs D Grice (Kyna)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 3rd Open Dog
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open Bitch and BVB
Fran Bard's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 3rd Post Grad Bitch
The Cocker Spaniel Club Championship Show - 14.07.2019 Judges: Mr D Shapland (Deracor) Bitches Miss Pat Whitehead (Ryallcourt) Dogs
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch BVBIS Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog (R&G) - shortlisted
Fran Bard's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 1st Post Grad Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Limit Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Veteran Bitch
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A fantastic result for Jo and Steve Kew - well done...
Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview - 1st Open Bitch - CC and Reserve Best of Breed
(ShCh - subject to KC confirmation)
.....from small beginnings.....
... to her full potential.... well done Jo and Steve....
Bath Ch Show - 24.05.2019 Judge: Ken Grice (Kyna) Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran in Breed Reserve Best Veteran in Group on the Day Judge Richard Morris ...who says... "...Golden cocker spaniel, looking wonderful for her nine and a half years, super body condition and excellent full coat and feathering on display; appears younger than her years and beautifully presented. Compact and well proportioned, delightful breed outline on flowing lines; well sprung ribcage and short coupled. Excellent hindquarter muscling. Moved very true fore and aft, with drive an super merry tail carriage."
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran in Breed the judge said... "...9 year old red that has always been a favourite of mine and is still looking great. One of the best this breeding has managed to produce. Combines excellent substance along with femininity. Strong legs and great feet. Good width of forechest with big ribbed body and substantial hindquarters. Sound lively mover. A credit to her exhibitor for keeping her in such fine order."
(from left to right) Sh Ch Veratey Vincenzo at Cassom DCC and BOB Ryallcourt Tangle JW BCC and RBOB Charbonnel Time N' Tide PBD and BPIB Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW BVB and BVIB
**Parti-Coloured Cocker Spaniel Club** 09.02.2019 Judges: Mrs Barbara Ward (Wensum) Bitches Mrs Karleen Bennett (Royoni - Australia) Dogs Referee: Mr Ian Scott (Middlegill)
...delighted with the start of the showing year... Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran in Show Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog (R&G) - shortlisted to last three
Fran's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 2nd Post Graduate Bitch
..........Congratulations to Jo and Steve Kew.........
Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview CC (her second) and Reserve Best in Show
Photos : Steve Kew
(Left) - Blondie and Tiffany (mother an daughter) BVIS and RBIS (Right) Best in Show Line-up from left to right Part Whitehead's Royaldean Aramis (BMPIS and BPIS) Jo and Steve Kew's Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview (Bitch CC and RBIS) Sarah Amos-Jones' Sh Ch Veratey Vincenzo at Cassom JW (Dog CC and BIS) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW (BVIS)
(Below) Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - photo : Rodney Wyatt
The Cocker Spaniel Club 06.01.2019
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW (Blondie)
Veteran of the Year 2018
......................End of 2018 another busy Show Year.........................
LKA - 16.12.2018 Judge: Mr M Wildman
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - Reserve Open Dog Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Limit Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran
not forgetting ....Fran's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 3rd Graduate Bitch
...a good sign-off at the year end.... enjoyed the judging at this Show.. !
London Cocker Spaniel Society - Championship Show 01.12.2018
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog - Shortlisted
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - Shortlisted - BVIS - thanks, Jo for the photo !
The judge says: "...top quality golden lady who is wearing her years very well. My notes say very near to the standard with superb head and expression, best of legs and feet, short deep well developed body and well muscled quarters which she used to power here round the ring, presented in excellent coat and condition, made the last four for consideration in the challenge."
South Wales & Mon Cocker Sp Club - Open Show 10.11.2018 Judge: Mrs A Daniels (Starbourne)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran - BVIS
West of England Cocker Spaniel Club - Open Show - 14.10.2018 Judge: Christine Flynn
Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Graduate (Solid Colours)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran BVIS
Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Open Bitch
South Wales Kennel Association - 07.10.2018 Judge: Sarah Swigiski (Cosalta)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 3rd Open Dog Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Limit Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B
Darlington Ch Show - 16.09.2018 Judge : Tina Beswick (Cachel)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - Res Open Dog
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B - BV
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...such a long, hard, day... !
Fran 's
Withiflor Fairy Tale JW -
1st Yearling
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News from Brittany: 11.09.2018
here is Venus - aka Boots or Withiflor Shiny Boots to be precise; enjoying her retirement in her home in France, where she rules the roost (I am told, by Sandy and Liz) and is having a wonderful life.
Richmond Ch Show - 09.09.2018 Judge: John Thirlwell
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B - BV Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Open Bitch
City Of Birmingham Canine Assoc - Ch Show - 02.09.2018 Judge: Mrs J Gill-Davis
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog "...Attractive red with typical outline. Well made all through for make, shape and type.Masculine head, clean skull, good muzzle and jaw. Gentle eye and expression. Good reach of neck, sgrongly boned limbe. Well knit body and ribs. Powerful loin couplings. Well turned hindquaarters with strong stiffles and hocks. Sound and free in movement. Beautifully presented in fit condition having quality and substance throughout. Always commaned attention."
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B - BV - RCC "...8 year old red looking in splendid form. From nose to tail, every inch a typical, merry Cocker enjoying her day out. Feminine, well moulded head, sweet eye and expxression. Correct neck and forehand construction, excellent proportions throughout. Well knit together body and ribs. Strong loin and coupling. Muscular thighs. Short and strong from hock to heel. Sound, free, happy mover driving off her hocks with power and precision. A joy to watch."
Welsh Kennel Club Sh Show - 19.08.2018 Judge: Mr David Bell
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B - BVIB
Bournemouth Ch Show - 11.08.2018 Judge: Mrs P Bentley (Canigou)
Someone else's turn this week end - 4/5th August ... !
However, great news from Spain, Mari Jose Rosell, Withiflor Pure Fiction successfully passed her working test and is on her way to Multi Champion status - very proud - well done Mari Jose and Katie !
and - I have obviously done something well at work ..... !
National Gundog Assoc - 05.08.2018 Judge: Mrs A Nugent (Bitches)
Withiflor Science Fiction - Reserve Limit B
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Veteran B
Paignton & District D Ass. 04.08.2018 Judge Mr K Young
Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Limit B
Sh Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Veteran B
The Cocker Spaniel Club - Championship Show - 15.07.2018
Judges: Sue Telford (Courtmaster) Bitches Sarah Amos-Jones (Cassom) Dogs Lyn Parker (Weyhill) Referee
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog (Red/Golden) - shortlisted
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch 1st Progeny Class - Judge Marianne Ullebo (Rainstorm) Best Veteran Bitch and Best Veteran in Show
East of England Championship Show - 07.07.2018 Judge: Russell Mosedale
..."hold the front page !"....
Fran's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 1st Sp Yearling B and Reserve Bitch CC
..... and an excellent day for "team Withiflor"......
Sh Ch withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog Withiflor Book Worm - VHC Sp Yearling B; Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Limit B
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B Best Veteran in Breed
Three Counties Ch Show - 10.06.2018 Judge: Peter Darby
Withiflor Science Fiction - Reserve Limit B Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B
Southern Counties Canine Association - 3rd June 2018 Judge: Glyn Griffiths
a good day for the Withiflor/Blondie team... !
Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Junior B; Fran's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 3rd Graduate B; Withiflor Science Fiction - VHC Limit B Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran B BV and 3rd Gundog Veteran Group
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Road Trip to Bath Ch Show and then Coventry Cocker Open....................
Coventry Cocker Spaniel Club - 27.05.2018
Judge: Mrs Sam Hutson (Stobytill)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran BOS and BVIS Withiflor Book Worm - 3rd Junior; 2nd Graduate and Bred by Exhibitor Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Open Bitch
Bath Ch Show - 26.05.2018
Judge Mr W Gray Withiflor Book Worm - 3rd Junior ; VHC Graduate Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch
Paris and Skyla at Bath Ch Show
Photos by Shel Cowles
Withiflor Fairy Tale and Sunzo Songstar (Left) - Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview and Classicway Claudia Schifer JW (Right)
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Barotoba Queen of Hearts aka Pixie
23.03.2010 - 11.05.2018 with love.. a large void, left by a small dog
WELKS - 29.04.2018 Judge: Mrs J Richards
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch
South Western Gundog Club - 21.04.2018
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st AV Veteran Bitch (7-9 yrs) - BVIS Judge: Jonathan Daltry
Midland Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 14.04.2018 Judges: Mr Roly Webb (Speechouse) Dogs Miss Dawn Young (Canyonn) Bitches Ian Scott - Referee
Blondie - RCC and BVIS with Judge - Dawn Young Mike Masters - Manchela Where the Heart Is - CC and Pat Whitehead - Ryallcourt Tangle BPB
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog (Solid) - Shortlisted
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - RCC and BVIS Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Sp Junior Solid Col; 1st Novice Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Limit Bitch
and congratulations to.....................
Fran Bard's - Withiflor Fairy Tale (below - exhausted after a busy day...) winning - and completing her Junior Warrant: 1st Special Graduate Bitch ; 3rd Junior and 1st Undergraduate
and, Jo and Steve Kew - Withiflor Wheels on FIre at Wylyeview
1st Sp Open Bitch
Champion Lochranza Latch Key Black dog bred by the Lochranza Kennel in 1947
Cornwall Gundog - 2nd April 2018 Judge: Cornelia Norrie-Miller
Best of Breed: Mark Dott with Manchela Lady Million Reserve Best of Breed: Fran Bard with Withiflor Fairy Tale Best Opposite Sex: Laura Ratcliff with Withiflor Blubeau Best Puppy: Pat Meaker with Meakwood Precious Pearl
South Wales & Mon Ch Show - 31.03.2018 Judges: Miss Jo Darby (Classicway) Miss Sue Kettle (Lujesa)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog (Solid) - Shortlisted
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - (BVIS) Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Sp Junior Solid Col; 2nd Novice Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Limit Bitch
Paris, Jess (left to right) and Blondie (below) BVIS with winner of Veteran Dog, Collins' Sh Ch Candyke Lost Among the Stars JW Judges: Jo Darby and Sue Kettle Photos: Shel Cowles
not forgetting -
Fran with Skyla - Withiflor Fairy Tail winning : 1st Special Graduate Bitch and 1st Special Beginners Bitch Reserve Junior and 2nd Undergraduate
Crufts - 11.03.2018
Judges: Miss D Lumley - Bitches Mr D Shapland - Dogs
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch
Withiflor Book Worm - Reserve Jnr Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Post Grad Bitch
Fran Bard's - Withiflor Fairy Tail - 1st Undergarduate Bitch
Jo and Steve Kew's - Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview - VHC Open Bitch
Photo: Michele Lockwood
North Midlands and Eastern Counties Cocker Spaniel Club - Ch Show : 24.02.2018
Judges: Mrs Judith Craig (Alisma) Bitches Ms Fran Glendenning (Plaiglen) Dogs Mrs Anne Webster (Asquanne's) Referee
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - (BVIS) Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Sp Graduate Slid Col; 2nd Jnr Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Post Grad Bitch
Home Counties Cocker Spaniel Club - Ch Show - 11.02.2018
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Open Dog (Solid Cols)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - (BVIS) Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Jnr Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - Res Post Grad Bitch
Coventry Cocker Spaniel Club - Open Show: 03.02.2018 Judge: Victoria Ellis (Shanara)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran - (RBIS and BVIS) Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Jnr; 1st Bred by Exh. Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Post Grad
Fran Bard's - Withiflor Fairy Tail - 2nd Novice; 1st Sp Tryers; 1st Not Bred by Exhibitor
Best in Show Line-up with Judge, Tori Ellis BIS - Lujesa Jean Jeanie; Blondie (RBIS and BVIS) and Ryalcourt Tommy Brock (BOS) (left to right)
West of England Cocker Spaniel - Open Show: 28.01.2018 Judge: Ms Hazel Dewhurst (Lapidary)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran - (BVIS) Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Jnr; Undergrad; Bred by Exh. Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Post Grad
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Open Dog (Solid Cols) - Shortlisted for Dog CC
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - (BVIS) Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Jnr Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Post Grad Bitch
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Fran Bard's - Withiflor Fairy Tail - 1st Sp Novice Bitch (Solid cols) 1st Undergraduate Bitch - Shortlisted for Bitch CC
the judge's critique - "Just loved this golden bitch, down to my final shortlist for the CC. Superb presentation. A true merry cocker, really moved with purpose. Exquisite head and tight dark eye. Well balanced, great depth throughout, lovely neck and shoulders, deep chest, well sprung ribs, short. Should do well in the future."
..... end of 2017 Show Season .......
Midland Cocker Spaniel Club - Open Show 16.12.2017 Judge: Mrs Sue Rihoy (Sunnerset)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran (Best in Show and Best Veteran) Withiflor Book Worm - 3rd and 2nd in Puppy classes and 1st Novice Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Post Grad (Reserve Best in Show)
London Cocker Spaniel Society - Ch Show - 02.12.2017
Judges: Mrs C Mason (Lynshow) Mr C Laverty (Laveris)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Open Dog (Solid Cols)
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch (BVB) Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Puppy Bitch (BPB) and Best Puppy in Show Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Post Grad Bitch
Many thanks to the Judges for an excellent day, where the committee always make a tremendous effort to entertain the exhibitors to round off the Breed Club Ch Show season; even Pixie, with Blondie as her partner, in the Irish Brace won a second price (including money!)
Coventry Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 25.11.2017 Judges: Moira Forfar (Glasedin) - Bitches Adam Murray (Worlewood) - Dogs
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Open Dog (R/G Cols) Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Puppy Bitch (Solid cols); 2nd Puppy Bitch AC
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - Shortlisted;
Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Post Grad Bitch
South Wales & Mon Ckr Sp Club - Open Show - 11.11.2017 Judge: Anddrew Scourfield (Danton) Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran and BVIS
Rotherham & District Cocker Spaniel Club: Judges: Ms Annette Baker (Annashon) - Bitches Mrs June Parkin (Mistfall) - Dogs Referee: Alan Currey (Lodore)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Open Dog (R/G Cols) - Shortlisted Withiflor Book Worm - 3rd Puppy Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - Reserve Post Grad Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - Shortlisted; BVIS
**Fran Bard's Withiflor Fairy Tale - 1st Puppy B (Solid cols); 1st Maiden B**
Solid Colours Cocker Spaniel Association Ch Show - 28.10.2017
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Open Dog (R/G Cols) Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Puppy Bitch (R/G Cols) Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Post Grad Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - Shortlisted; BVB
West of England Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 22.10.2017 Judges: Kim Gain (Molkara) Dogs Jane Simmonds (Shenmore) Bitches Referee : Sally Leeding (Floroyal)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Open Dog (Solid Cols) Shortlisted Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Puppy Bitch (Solid Cols; 3rd Puppy Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Post Grad Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch - Shortlisted; BVB
Gundog Society of Wales - 11.10.2017 Judge: Mrs P Williams (Bournehouse)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Open Dog RCC Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Puppy Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Post Grad Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch
Sue Kettle and Sh Ch Lujesa Sky's the Limit CC and Sh Ch WIthiflor Rolling Stone JW RCC Judge - Mrs P Williams Critique: "2nd Open Dog - Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone Jw - Red, pressed hard, very good head and eye, lovely outline, very good shoulder placement, stribg tiokubem big rib, short coupled loin an dstrong well angulated hindquarters, sound mover, holding his topline well on the move. Res DCC. 2nd Puppy Bitch - Withiflor Book Worm - Another top class puppy, golden, very feminine with a pretty head and pleasing eye, well constructed cobby body, strong loin and well angulated hindquarters, moved well. 1st Veteran Bitch - Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - Gold, 8 yrs, in lovely coat and show condition, very good head and eye, very cokery, well construced, good height and reach, strong, short back, good taill and set on, strong, well angulated hindquarters, moved well with goodc carriage."
South Wales Kennel Ass Ch Show - 07.10.2017 Judge: Diane Stewart-Richie
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone - 3rd Open Dog Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Post Grad Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Veteran Bitch
City of Birmingham Canine Assoc Ch Show - 03.09.3017 Judge Mrs GE Goodwin
Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 2nd Veteran Bitch Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Minor Puppy Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Post Grad Bitch
Newton Abbot & South Devon Canine Society - 26.08.2017 Judge: Mark Dott
Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Junior; BP, RBOB and Puppy Group 4 Fran Bard's Withiflor Fairy Tail - 2nd Junior Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Open Bitch
Paris Withiflor Book Worm
Skyla Withiflor Fairy Tale
Judges Critique: "Withflor Book Worm, 8 months Golden bitch, a Merry cocker, full of life. This young lady is compact with a well constructed head, intelligent dark eye and expression to die for. Lovely reach of neck into well laid back shoulders. Exceptional bone, supporting a strong deep body with well sprung rib. Well angulated and muscled hind quarters, when settled superb drive, maintaining a level top line, took to the hot weather very well. A very strong contender for top honours with plenty of time to mature, she led a very strong class, scoring more as a complete package on the stack and when moving. RBOB, BPIB and PG4..."
Cocker Spaniel Club of Lancashire - 19.08.2017 Judges: Duncan Craig (Alisma) Dogs Kim Gain (Molkara) Bitches Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog (Solids) and short listed: Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch and BVIS Withiflor Book Worm - Res (4th) Minor Puppy
♥....Bournemouth Canine Assoc Ch Show - 14.08.2017 Judge: Mrs B Muller Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview - 1st Limit and CC ...fantastic...! congratulations, Jo and Steve....♥
* Dog CC : 4296 AMOS-JONES Miss S Sh Ch Veratey Vincenzo At Cassom JW
Res Dog CC : 4333 KEW Mrs J & Mr S Lujesa Starman At Wylyeview
* Bitch CC : 4334 KEW Mrs J & Mr S Withiflor Wheels On Fire At Wylyeview
Res Bitch CC : 4339 MASTERS, Mr M J & DOTT Mr M F Manchela Where The Heart Is JW
* Best Puppy : 4352 POP Miss J Manacas Double Ideas With Bocablue
* Best Veteran : 4300 BENTLEY Mrs P L Sh Ch Canigou Rock Star (sire of BCC !)
Hampshire & Sussex Cocker Spaniel Club - 13.08.2017
Judge: Jane Smith (Luanshya) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Best Veteran in Show Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Yearling - Best in Show Withiflor Book Worm - 1st Minor Puppy - Best Minor Puppy in Show
Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview - 1st Open Solid Cols - Reserve Best in Show ...well done, Jo and Steve !...
what a great day ... !
Judge - Jane Smith: Mick Bond with Cassom Fast and Furious at Olibond BOS Withiflor Science Fiction BIS Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview RBIS (left to right) Sue Cox, handling Withiflor Book Worm BMPIS Peter Darby with Danton DIlly Dally Dargess RBPIS Sue Warrington with Zakova Morgana BPIS Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW BVIS
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch -
Paignton & Dis Fanciers Assoc - 05.08.2017
Judge: Yvonne Donnellan (Gardenstone)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog
Judges: Mrs Carol West (Sheigra) Dogs Mr Ian Scott (Middlegill) Bitches Referee: Mr Andrew Jones (Shenmore)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog(Red/Golden) - shortlisted for CC Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch BVB - shortlisted for CC Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Minor Puppy B - beaten by her sister - again !
Fran Bard's (nee Bowman) Withiflor Fairy Tale 1st Minor Puppy B and BMPB
West of England Cocker Spaniel Club - 02.07.2017 Judge : Cheryl Blackley
Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Sp Graduate (Solid cols) 2nd Yearling Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran BVIS Withiflor Book Worm - 2nd Minor Puppy B - beaten by her sister !
Fran Bard's Withiflor Fairy Tale BMPIS SH Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - BVIS
Southern Counties CS Ch Show - 04.06.2017 Judge: Mr David Moss
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog CC and BOS Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Graduate Bitch
ShCh Withiflor Rolling Stone JW Dog CC and BOS with Sam Whiting and Sh Ch Annilan Miss Sing Bitch CC and BOB in the back ground - Judge David Moss and Sue Kettle - winner of Reserve Bitch CC with Lujesa Jean Jeanie
The Judge's critique: ..."what a super red. Classic head with the cleanest chiseling missing from so many on the day. Super neck and shoulders flowing into a strong body with good ribs and thigh. Super quarters, in good coat. Moved a dream and presented to complete the picture. Well done. CC."
Cheshire Cocker Ch Show - 07.05.2017 Judges: Mr R Needham - Bitches Miss P Whitehead - Dogs
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog (Red/Golden) Withiflor Science Fiction - 3rd Graduate Bitch (Black) Res Grad Bitch (AC) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch
WELKS - 29.04.2017 Judge: Mr Tony Jury
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Yearling Bitch
East Anglian Cocker Spaniel Society 23.04.2017 Judges: Miss C Morris (Riondel) Dogs Mr G Steel (Kalrizienne) Bitches
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog (Solids) (Shortlisted) Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Graduate Bitch (Solids) 2nd Grad Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Veteran Bitch (Shortlisted)
South Wales & Mon Cocker Ch Show - 25.03.2017 Judges: Mrs A Holmes - Dogs Mrs L Parker - Bitches
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog (Solids) Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Graduate Bitch (Solids)
Crufts: 11.03.2017
Congratulations to Jo and Steve Kew with "Tiff"
Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylyeview - 1st Post Grad Bitch
Judge: Mr Rodney Wyatt
Particolour Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 12.02.2017 Judges: Mr Jens Karlsson (Art-Waves) Dogs Mrs Lesley Hooper (Spendles) Bitches
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog (Red/Golden) Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Jnr Bitch
Newton Abbot & South Devon Canine Soc - 28.01.2017 Judge: Dawn Barnes
Withithflor Stone Roses - Reserve Minor Puppy Dog Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog
Judge's critique "Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone, beautifully presented 3 year old golden of great quality, looking as good as I've ever seen him. His neck flows so well into his good shoulders. The best of neat thickly padded feet. He presents a stunning outline both standing and on the move. Sound and happy with good tail carriage.
London Cocker Spaniel Society Ch Show
03.12.2016 Judges: Mrs P Blay (Dogs) Mrs T Beswick (Bitches)
Judge's critique "....lovely head and eye on this feminine black, she was square and compact and well put together, good front assembly, bone and tight feet, well barrelled ribs with width over loin, level topline and good bend of stifle, short below hocks; really liked her outline on the move, in gleaming coat."
Withithflor Stone Roses - 2nd Minor Puppy Dog
Judge's critique: "W Stone Roses, ...of an excellent type, he has a beautiful head and expression yet still keeps his masculinity, excellent neck and shoulders, good body proportions and of an excellent size; lovely rib cage and strong loin, excellent hindquarters, in lovely coat and condition for age, moved well in this strong class to win his place"
South Wales Kennel Association Ch Show - 07.10.2016 Judge: Mrs Jackie Wyeth (Fendrove)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Junior Bitch
City of Birmingham Ch Show - 04.09.2016 Judge: Mrs A Hackett (Lindridge)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open - CC and BOB
Judge's critique "...striking gold dog who fills the eye, super type, lovely length of neck the ost super front and legs, good width in chest, he has the loveliest feet, strong body with well barrelled ribs, lvel topline on the move, well angled front and back, well let down in second thigh, topped off with a lovely head and eye; pleased to award him the CC and BOB
Bournemouth Canine Assoc Ch Show - 14.08.2016 Judge: Mr J Barney Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 3rd Open Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Puppy Bitch
National Gundog - 07.08.2016 Judge: Sarah Amos-Jones (Dogs) Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog
28.10.2002 - 01.08.2016 Withiflor White Knight JW
Gorgous George - my beloved boy - never sick or sorry - a joy always RIP
Poole Canine Club - 12.06.2016 Judge: Mrs Helen Moorat Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Puppy - BP
Southern Counties Ch Show - 05.06.2016 Judge: Mr Doug Telford (Courtmaster) Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog
South Western Gundog Club - 16.04.2016 Judge: Peter Harper (Pitswarren) Bitches Liz Harper - Dogs Withiflor Science Fiction - 1st Puppy Bitch - BP
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog (shortlisted) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime At Withiflor JW - 2nd Sp Open Bitch Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Minor Puppy Bitch
Congratulations to Jo and Steve with - Withiflor Wheels on Fire at Wylieview - 1st Sp Open Bitch and RCC - very well done !
South Wales & Mon Cocker Spaniel Club - 26.03.2016 Judges: Mrs Jane Mitchell (Glowhill) Dogs Mrs B Robertson (Kastrian) Bitches Referee: Mr Roly Webb (Speechouse)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Sp Open Dog CC and BOB/BIS - Referee's decision
North of England Cocker Spaniel Club - 20.03.2016 Judges: Mrs Marion Sweeney (Dogs) Mr Keith Costello (Bitches)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog Withiflor Science Fiction - 2nd Minor Puppy Bitch
Crufts - 11.03.2016 Judges: Mrs B Critchley - Dogs Mrs E Thomas - Bitches Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog (challenged for RCC)
N Midlands & E Counties Cocker Spaniel Club - 27.02.2016 Judges: Sandra Gregory (Glasfryn) Jane Simmonds (Shenmore)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog (Sp Open - solid colours) shortlisted to last six
Hampshire & Sussex Cocker Ch Show - 23.01.2016 Judges: Shiela Ewan (Craigdean) Dogs: Andrew Jones (Shenmore) Bitches:
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog (Sp Open - solid colours)
Year end - 2015...
Coventry Cocker Spaniel Club - 28.11.2015
Judges: Mr Petr Studenik (Dogs) Mrs J Gilmour (Bitches)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog (Any solid colour)
Solid Colours Cocker Spaniel Assoc - 24.10.2015 Judges - Ian Scott (Middlegill) - Dogs Jane Simmonds (Shenmore) - Bitches
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog (Red/Golden)
West Of England Cocker Spaniel Club - Ch Show 10.10.2015 Judges - Mrs P Lester (Dogs) Mrs A O'Keefe (Bitches)
Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog (Any Solid Colour) shortlisted to last three...
Bournemouth Canine Assoc - 08.08.2015 Judge: Mrs Helen MacDonald (Moonwood) Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 2nd Open Dog
Paignton & District Fanciers Association - 01.08.2014 Jusge: Mrs J Miller Sh Ch Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Open Dog
The Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show 12.07.2015 Judge: Michael Parkinson (Dillonpark) - Dogs Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Limit - shortlisted...
Windsor 04.07.2015 Judge Geof Parkin (Mistfall) Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Limit andRCC
Three Counties - 07.06.2015 Judge: Les Forfar (Glasedin)
Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Yearling Dog -CC and BOB
The Judge said: "Ellison’s Withiflor Rolling Stone. A beautifully balanced Golden at the top of his game. Gentle, but undoubtedly masculine head and expression. Absolutely correct length of neck in to the best of well laid shoulders. Big ribbed, short, deep body. Well boned legs with the best of thickly padded feet. Very well presented in superb coat and condition. Moved confidently with reach and drive. It was my pleasure to award him his 3rd CC and later BOB."
Cheshire Cocker Spaniel Club - 31.05.2015 Judges: Mrs GE Goodwin (Sarabar) - Dogs Mrs S Ewan (Craigdean) - Btiches Mr G Wood (Rengil) - Referee
Withiflor Rolling Stone JW - 1st Yearling Dog -CC and RBIS
WELKS - 26.04.2015 Judge: Mark Boswell
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Yearling Dog - RCC
The East Anglian Cocker Spaniel Society 19.04.2015 Judges: Mrs J Rowland (Perrytree)Dogs Mrs D Fox (Castanea) Bitches
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Yearling Dog - RCC
Crufts 2015 Judges: Phil Young (Canyonn) Dogs Michael Masters (Manchela) Bitches
Well done to Linda and Lesley with BCC and BOB - Molkara Anastasia with Jozelah JW Andrw Jones and Jane Simmonds - Shenmore She's a Rainbow RCC (bitches) Tricia Bentley - Sh Ch Canigou Rocket Science RCC (dogs)
and thank you judges and friends and fellow exhibitors for your support
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Graduate Dog - CC and RBOB
Roly winning Dog CC
with Tricia Bentley and SH CH Canigou Rocket Science RCC
And Judge Phil Young
Photo - Judith Craig
Well done to Jo and Steve Kew with Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 3rd Yearling Bitch
...and not forgetting Withiflor Blubeau and his delighted owner... VHC in the Good Citizens class...
The Parti-Coloured Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 15.02.2015 Judges: Judith Craig (Alisma) Dogs Linda Crowley (Ashalon) Bitches
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Yearling - short listed to final four for CC
Hants & Sussex Cocker Spaniel Club - 08.02.2015 Judge Miss Lucy Reader (Kaniboo)
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Graduate (Solid) Best in Show Judge says: '...gold dog who is from the top draw ! He took my eye as soon as he entered the ring and he didnt disappoint on going over him. Best of heads, both balanced and masculine giving a gentle melting expression. His correct angulation allows for a powerful, driving and effortless movement. He excells in depth of chest and spring of rib while being short, cobby and compact. His coat was presented to perfection. Without any hesitation he was my BIS winner."
Withiflor Mille Fieulle - Reserve and VHC in puppy classes ....she has time on her side !
February 2015...
the first week in February....
West Of England Cocker Spaniel Club - 25.01.2015 Judge - Mrs C Pearce (Miska)
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Graduate (Solid) shortlisted to final five
Newton Abbot & S Devon Canine Soc - 24.01.2015 Judge: Debbie Driver
Withiflor Mille Fieulle - 1st Jnr and Best Puppy - Group 2 - Judge - Mrs Julie Revill Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Graduate and Best of Breed Group 4 - Judge - Mrs Julie Revill
Roly and Millie - lovely start to the year...!
Looking forward to new beginnings in 2015 and thanks to all who have sent cards
NEWS: from 23rd December 2014 - the WITHIFLORS have moved home....... new phone number - 01460 62871
same email.....
London Cocker Spaniel Society - 07.12.2014 Judges: Mr John Cahill (Yardew) Dogs Mr Eugene Phoa (Wittersham) Bitches Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Jnr Dog (Roly called in for the Challenge - Veratey Vincenzo at Cassom 1st and winning the CC) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 2nd Sp Open (Black/Red/Golden Bitch) Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 3rd Jnr and 2nd Yearling
26.11.2014 KC confirmed
Withiflor Rolling Stone JW
South Wales & Mon Cocker Sp Club - 15.11.2014 Judge; Richard Bott Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Jnr and Graduate (ACSolid); (shortlisted) Withiflor Mille Feuille - 1st Minor Puppy Bitch Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 1st Jnr and Undergrad
(....a successful and enjoyable day at this club show - in spite of the near dissasterous puncture on the M5 !! thank goodness for the AA !)
Minehead & District Canine Society - 09.11.2014 Judge: Jeff Buck (Clavaire)
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Jnr; Graduate and Open Dog - BOB
North Wales Cocker Spaniel Club - Ch Show - 19.10.2014 Judges: Linda Crowley )Dogs) Tina Beswick (Bitches)
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Jnr Dog; 1st Yrlg Dog (Shortlisted !) Withiflor Northern Light JW - 2nd Open Dog Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Sp Open (Black/Red/Golden) (Shortlisted) Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 3rd Jnr B; 1st Novice and Undergrad
Gundog Society of Wales - 15.10.2014 Judge - Peter Pavey
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Jnr Dog Withiflor Mille Feuille - 3rd Minor Puppy Bitch Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 2nd Novice and Undergrad
West of England Open Show - 12.10.2014 Judge : Mrs A Daniels Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 1st Novice and Graduate (solid cols) 1st Novice Any Colour and 2nd Undergrad Withiflor Mille Feuille - 2nd Minor Puppy Bitch
Millie - her first show !
Cornwall Gundog - 27.09.2014 Breed Judge: Gill Pearce-Gudger Best in Show - Julian Barney
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Junior and 1st Granduate - BOB and Reserve Best in Show Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 1st Open RBOB
Exeter & County Canine Society - 20.09.2014 Breed and Group judge - Frank Borg BIS Judge - David Cavill
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Sp Yearling and Post Grad Group 1 and Best in Show Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 1st Open
Photo credit Exeter & CCS BIS Judge and Scoeity Secretary
Newton Abbott & District Canine Soc - 23.08.2014 .....startin' em young down thar in Devonshire.....!
Master Dare - Lesson One - grooming instruction
National Gundog Association - 03.08.2014 Judges: Mr C Laverty (Dogs) Miss Fran Bowman (Bitches) Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Maiden Dog
Paignton & District Fanciers Association - 02.08.2014 Judge: Mrs JA Ward Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Junior Dog Withiflor Northern Light JW - 2nd Open Dog - RCC
...... @ Wiviliscombe & DCS Limit Show .... ...what a scorcher.. the committee always manages to pick the best weather.. !
...not showing, but work of a kind..
nice photo Shel..
The Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 13.07.2014 Judges: Mrs Sally Leeding (Floroyal) Dogs Mr Andrew Jones (Shenmore) Bitches
Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Novice Dog (Red/Golden) 1st Maiden Dog Withiflor Northern Light JW - 3rd Open Dog (Black/Black&Tan) Withflor Wheels On Fire - 1st Novice Bitch (Black/Black&Tan) 1st Maiden Bitch Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Open Bitch (Red/Golden) RCC
...can't be bad; blessings on the judges and those watching over me and mine......
Three Counties Ch Show - 08.06.2014 Judge: Mrs Liz Cartledge Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Puppy Dog Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 3rd Open Bitch
West of England - Open Show - -1.06.2014 Judge: Mrs Gill Birkenshaw (Gilcar) Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1 Sp Puppy (solid 1st Puppy Dog Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 1st Puppy Bitch - Best Puppy in Show
...the judge said: "Withflor Wheels on Fire - royally bred b/t bitch from the top drawer. Maturing beautifully, pretty balanced head with kind expression and square muzzle. Excells in front construction, beautifully presented coat. Moves with good ground covering action. BPIS"
Southern Counties Ch Show - 30.05.2014 Judge: Mrs Eve Milburn Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Puppy Dog ShCh Canigou Storytime At Withiflor JW - 2nd Open Bitch
Coventry Cocker Open Show - 17.05.2014 Judges: Sally Wyatt (Kendalwood) Special Awards - Lindsey Reed (Reemif) Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 2nd Puppy Any Colour - 1st Sp Awards - Puppy Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Sp Puppy - any solid colour
National Dog Show - 10.05.2014 Judge: Dr Tamas Jakkel Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Pupppy Dog Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 2nd Open Bitch
WELKS - 26.04.2014 Judge: Mrs H Parkinson Withiflor Rolling Stone - 3rd Puppy Dog Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Open Bitch
South Western Gudog Club - 19.04.2014 Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Post Grad - Best of Breed
South Wales & Mon Ch Show - 29.03.2014 Judges: Keith Costello (Dogs) Mrs JE Fairburn (Bitches) Withiflor Rolling Stone - 1st Special Puppy Dog (solids) - 1st Puppy Dog Withiflor Northern Light JW - Reserve Open Dog Withiflor Wheels on Fire - 1st Special Puppy Bitch (solids) 3rd Puppy Bitch (Crufts qualified) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Special Opeh (solids)
WIthiflor Northern Light JW - 3rd Open Dog Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 3rd Open Bitch
An excellent day at Crufts 2014 - with an early start, long and tiring, but well worth while with both dogs on good form and in such strong competition in their Open classes; was delighted with Mars, getting his act together for once (his handler having benefitted from some sound coaching !) - Blondie was her lovely self, a credit to us, but today giving way to her piers Sh Ch Lujesa Starry Eyes and Sh Ch Manchela Wild Willow (CC and RCC winners) - the Judge appreciating their excellent handling.
N Midlands and E Counties Cocker Spaniel Club - 22.02.2014 Judges: Mr Mark Boswell (Bitches) Ms Paula Hull (Dogs)
A successful day at the KC Building, Stoneleigh, with nearly a full set !
Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor - 1st Open Bitch (Solid) RCC Withiflor Wheels on Fire - Res Minor Puppy Bitch Withiflor Northern Light - 3rd Open Dog (Solid) Withiflor Rolling Stone - 2nd Minor Puppy Dog (Crufts Qualified)
Home Counties Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 16.02.2014 Judges: Mr Ernie Darby (Dogs) Mrs Daphne Darby (Bitches) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor - 1st Open Bitch (Solid) RCC
Hants & Sussex Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 18.01.2014 Judges: Bitches - Mrs A Webster (Asquanne's) Dogs - Miss Pat Whitehead (Ryallcourt)
Sh Ch Canigou Storytime a Withiflor - 1st Open (Solid) RCC an excellent return to the Show ring after eight months out... A lovely critique from the Judge - Mrs Webster - "...this bitch is a delight to judge and can only admire the total complete cocker, a lesson to all for true breed type. Presented to perfection and moved out with a merry ease." Withiflor Wheels on fire - VHC Minor Puppy Withiflor Rolling Stone - Reserve Minor Puppy both youngsters behaved and did very well for a first outing !
LKA - 15.12.2013 Judge - Mrs Denise Fox (Castanea) Withiflor Northern Light - 1st Limit Dog Withiflor Shiny Boots - 2nd Limit Bitch Pretty successful end to the year !
London Cocker Ch Show - 07.12.2013 Judges: Mr M Masters (Dogs) Mr G Parker (Bitches) Withiflor Northern Light - 1st Open Dog (Solid Cols) Withiflor Shiny Boots - 3rd Limit
Coventry Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show - 23.11.2013 Judges - Barbara Critchly - Dogs Sue Warrington - Bitches Referee: Keith Costello Withiflor Northern Light JW - 1st Open Dog (Solid cols) Withiflor Blulaw - 2nd Post Grad
South Wales & Mon Open Show - 09.11.2013 Judge: Alison Stapley (Staplehill) Withiflor Shiny Boots - 1st Open (Solid cols)
Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Post Grad - Best in Show
Solid Colours Cocker Spaniel Assoc 26.10.2013 Judges: Denise Lumley - Dogs David Flanagan (USA) - Bitches Withiflor Northern Light - 2nd Limit Dog Withiflor Shiny Boots - 2nd Open (Black/Black&Tan)
South Western Gundog Club - 19.10.2013 Judge: Tim Harrison (Glenbrows) Withiflor Shiny Boots - 1st Open (Solid) Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Open Dog
West of England Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show Judges: Mrs J Marri-Bray (Bitches) Neil Woods (Dogs) Withiflor Northern Light - 1st Open (Solid) Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Post Graduate Withiflor Shiny Boots - 3rd Limit Bitch
South Wales Kennel Association - 11.10.2013 Judge: Alan Hoskins Withiflor Northern Light - 2nd Limit Dog
City of Birmingham Ch Show - 01.09.2013 Judge: Annie Kettle (Lujesa) Withiflor Northern Light JW - 1st Limit Dog Withiflor Shiny Boots - 3rd Limit Bitch
Welsh Kennel CH Sh - 18.08.2013 Judge: Dr R James Withiflor Northern Light JW - 1st Limit Dog Withiflor Shiny Boots - 2nd Limit Bitch
Bournemouth Ch Show - 11.08.2013 Judge: Paul Reed (Jardinisle) Withiflor Northern Light JW - 2nd Limit Dog Withiflor Shiny Boots - 1st Limit Bitch
The Cocker Spaniel Club 14.07.2013 Judges - David Todd (Chataway) - Dogs Jane Mitchell (Glowhill) - Bitches Referee - Duncan Craig (Alisma)
Withiflor Shiny Boots - 1st Minor Limit Bitch Withifor Bluminstrel - 2nd Maiden Dog Withiflor Blulaw - 2nd Post Graduate Dog (called in to challenge for the RCC)
West of England Cocker Spaniel Club Open Show - 23.06.2013 Judge: Michelle Lockwood (Chimewood) Withiflor Shiny Boots - 1st Open (solid cols) (shortlisted to last 5 for BIS) Withifor Bluminstrel - 1st AOC Puppy: 2nd AC Puppy Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Post Grad and Best Opposite Sex
Southern Counties Ch Show - 31.05.2013 Judge: Rodney Wyatt Withiflor Northern Light JW - 2nd Limit Dog
Bath Ch Show - 25.05.2013 Judge - Martin Sanders Withiflor Shiny Boots - 2nd Limit Bitch
Birmingham National Dog Show - 10.05.2013 Judge - Mrs Angela Hackett Withiflor Northern Light - 2nd Limit Dog
East Anglian Cocker Spaniel Club - 20.04.2013 Judges: Mrs Jean Gilmour (Bitches) Mrs H MacDonald (Dogs)
Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor - 1st Open Bitch (Solid cols)
Withiflor Northern Light - 1st Limit Dog
Photos - Tina Beswick The Cocker Spaniel Club of Scotland 14.04.2013
Judges: Mrs Sally Leeding (Bitches) Mrs Sally Shields (Dogs) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW -1st Open Bitch (Solid cols) CC and RBIS
Withiflor Northern Light JW -2nd Limit Dog
Crufts - 09.03.2013 Judges: Ms Joanna Darby (Classicway) Dogs Mr Doug Telford (Courtmaster) Bitches Mrs Zena Thorne-Andrews (Referee and Group Judge) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor - 1st Open Bitch CC and BOB Doug Telford said "....a beautiful bitch, no exageration, lovely head with the softest of expressions, good reach of neck and well placed shoulders, correct size and substance; correct body shape, well angulated fore and rearquarters, put down to perfrection, looks as good moving as standing."
South Wales & Mon Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show 02.03.2013 Judges: Trevor Borman (Sonic) Bitches and Mark Collins (Candyke) Dogs Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor - 1st Open Bitch (Solids) - shortlisted to last 4 for CC Withflor Bluminstrel - 1st Minor Puppy Dog Withiflor Northern Light JW - 2nd Limit Dog
Ilfracombe & DCS Withiflor Bluminstrel - 1st Puppy and Best Puppy Judge: Graham Osborne (Beaters)
The Parti-Coloured Cocker Spaniel Club 10.02.2013 Judges: Dogs - Yvonne Stonier (Reinots) ; Bitches - Peter Darby (Dargess) ; Referee - Ian Scott (Middlegill) Sh Ch Canigou Storeytime At Withiflor JW - 1st Red/Golden Open Bitch (shortlisted for CC) Withiflor Northern Light JW - 1st Limit Dog - CC and Best in Show (by Referee) ...... dreadful winter weather - rain all day, freezing cold - snow in the air - Blondie still as beautiful, after the Christmas break; but what about Mars - what a good start to 2013 !........
Cocker of the Year 2012 competition run annually by The Cocker Spaniel Club Blondie made a sprint at the end of the year and gained 75 points, only one point behind the Winner, Michael Parkinson and Brian Dillon's Sh Ch Dillonpark Pelegrino who had 76 - Congratulations ! The results are on the Cocker Club website - www.thecockerspanielclub.co.uk
LKA - 16.12.2012
Judge: Mrs Marjorie Coar Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Open Bitch - CC and Best of Breed ...an excellent end to the year for Blondie..... many thanks all the judges and her supporters... and Happy Christmas...
London Cocker Spaniel Society - 01.12.12
Judges: Mrs A Koskelo (Bitches) - Mrs J Lloyd-Carey (Dogs) Sh Ch Canigou Storytime at Withiflor JW - 1st Open Bitch (solid cols) - CC and BIS Withiflor Shiny Boots - 2nd Limit Bitch Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Yearling Dog
Arja Koskelo says, about Blondie - "Ellison's Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor, red, feminine, a real Cockery type, lovely head with correct shape of eye and soft expression, correct length of neck and excellent topline kept both standing and on the move, correct shape of ribcage, good depth of body and shape of forechest, moved easily and fluently with powerful step with good reach and drive, perfect straight front with nice tight and small feet - all little details correct, carried herself well on the move with an ever wagging tail, construction left nothing to desire, she never puts a foot wrong and does not need much handling to show her virtues, a joy to judge this absolutely top class quality bitch and had tears in my eyes when handing her my rosette number 100 for the CC and later BIS" .. just the best write-up - thank you - makes me proud to have the privilege of owning this wonderful girl !
South Wales & Mon CSC - 10.11.2012 Judge - Sheila Ewan (Craigdean) Withiflor Shiny Boots - 1st Open (BRG) - Reserve BIS
Gundog Society of Wales Ch Show - 17.10.2012 Judge Mr P Dye Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Undergraduate Dog Withiflor Northern Light - 1st Limit Dog
South Wales Kennel Ch Show - 14.10.2012 Judge: Pat Whitehead Withiflor Northern Light - 1st Limit Dog Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Open Yorkshire Cocker Ch Show - 06.10.2012
Judges: Denise Lumley (Bitches) - Brian Foster (Dogs) Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Sp Open (Red/Golden) CC and RBIS/BOS Withiflor Northern Light - 2nd Limit Dog Brian Foster says about Mars: " ...W Northern Light, my find of the day, super black who threw this class away as he would not settle on the move. Superb head, great neck and shoulders, great front assembly, grand ribbing, short coupled, well let down quarters and in the glimpses he gave me, the promise of sound, driving movement, just my type and pleased me greatly. Such a pity but you can only give so many chances." How frustrating is that...what a naughty dog !!
Cornwall Gundog - 29.09.2012 Judge : Sharon Adams Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Junior and 1st Graduate - Best of Breed
Driffield Ch Show - 21.09.2012 Judge: Mr P Pavey Withiflor Northern Light - Reserve Limit Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open
Plymouth & District Canine Society - 15.09.2012 Withiflor Bluelaw - 1st Sp Yearling and 1st Graduate Dog (final JW points !)
Richmond Ch Sh - 09.09.2012 Judge: Mrs V Foss Withiflor Northern Light - Reserve Limit Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open and CC
Birmingham City Ch Show - 02.09.2012 Judge Sue Young (Canyonn Withiflor Northern Light - 3rd Limit Withiflor Shiny Boots - Reserve Post Grad Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open
Newton Abbot & DCS - 25.08.2012 Judge Chris Pearce (Miska) Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Junior and Post Grad - Best of Breed
Welch Kennel - 19.08.2012 Judge: Mrs S Sadler Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Novice dog Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Open
Bournemouth Ch Show - 11.08.2012 Judge: Mr Andrew Jones (Shenmore) Withiflor Northern Light JW - 2nd Limit Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open and RCC
Paignton & District Fanciers Assoc - 05.08.2012 Judge: Mrs S Telford (Courtmaster) Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open
Photo : Shel Cowles
National Gundog - 04.08.2012 Judges: Mrs J Pretty (Dogs) Mrs C Welch (Bitches) Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Novice and 2nd Maiden Withiflor Northern Light JW - 3rd Limit Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Open
Minehead & DCS Judge Jessica Pretty Glorious summers' day at Dunster Country Fair on the Dunster Castle lawns Withiflor Blulaw - 1st Junior and Post Grad
The Cocker Club Ch Show 15.07.2012 110 Anniversary show a fun day at this Show, with success in the classes, Parade of Champions and Stud Dog class - not to mention the good company...
Withiflor Blulaw - 2nd Novice (AOC) - Judge: Wilma Reid (Dogs) Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open (Red/Golden) and short listed to last four for the "ticket" - Judge: Sue Kelly (Bitches) Withflor Shiny Boots - 1st Post Graduate - a great class to win
Windsor Ch Show - 29.06.2012 Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Post Graduate Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Open Bitch
Three Counties Ch Show - 08.06.2012 Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Post Graduate Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 2nd Open Bitch
Southern Counties Ch Show - 01.06.2012
Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Post Graduate - CC and Best Oppposite Sex Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 1st Open Bitch
Bath Championship Show - 26.05.2012 Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Post Graduate and shortlisted for the CC Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW - 3rd Open Bitch (must have been an off day !) Devon County Show - 17.05.2012 Withiflor Blulaw – 1st Puppy - Best Puppy in Breed (his last puppy class !)
South Wales & Mon Open Show - 12.05.2012 Judge : Monica Forsander (Manacas) Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Open (Solid cols) shortlisted for BIS - only male in the line-up
WELKS 29th April 2012 - say no more - weather more than ghastly - those of you who were there, will know what I am talking about ! Blondie in season too !
South Western Gundog Club - 21st April 2012
Withiflor Blulaw – 1st Puppy Dog - Best Puppy in Breed and Group 4
The Cocker Spaniel Club of Scotland 15.04.2012
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW – 1st Open Bitch (Solid cols) Bitch CC and BEST IN SHOW
Withiflor Northern Light JW –2nd Post Graduate Dog (Solid cols)
Withiflor Blulaw – 1st Puppy Dog (AOC); 3rd Puppy Dog (AC)
Midland Cocker Spaniel Club Ch Show 07.04.2012
Photos by Shel Cowles below - Blondie winning Bitch CC with RCC winner - Neil Woods with Sh Ch Helenwood Crystal Maze Judge: Kath Mason
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW – 1st Open Bitch (Solid cols) Bitch CC and BEST IN SHOW
Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Post Graduate Dog - Judge: Carol West
Bridgwater & District Canine Society 25.03.2012
Withflor Blulaw – 1st Puppy; BOB and BP; short listed in Gundog Group and
Gundog Puppy Group 1;
North of England Cocker Spaniel Association 17.03.2012
Sh Ch Canigou Story TIme at Withiflor JW - 1st Open Bitch (Solid Cols) Bitch CC and BEST IN SHOW Judge: Andrew Pretty Withiflor Northern Light JW - 1st Post Graduate Dog Withiflor Blue Law - 2nd Puppy Dog (AC) Judge: June Hill
CRUFTS – 09.03.2012
Photo by Shel Cowles
Blondie winning Bitch CC - Judge Keith Costel
Mick Bond with Bitch RCC Sh Ch Olibond Upsy Daisy
Venus; Blondie and Mars
Photo by Magdalena Malkowiak W Shiny Boots (Venus) winning Yearling Bitch - Crufts 2012 Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW – 1st Open Bitch and Bitch CC Withiflor Shiny Boots – 1st Yearling Bitch Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Graduate Dog
A wonderful and exciting day at Crufts this year – with so much chat and congratulations from friends and fellow exhibitors – thank you all, and especially the judges – Keith Costello (bitches) and Alan Curry (dogs) …
Well done Judith and Duncan with Withiflor Blues in the Night at Alisma - 2nd Graduate Dog and Tricia who came out on top in the challenge for Best of Breed with Sh Ch Canigou Rocket Science and did us proud in the Group.
South Wales and Mon Ch Show 04.03.2012
Another successful day for the Withiflors…
Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW – 1st Open Bitch (Solids) CC and RBIS
Withiflor Shiny Boots – 1st Yearling Bitch
Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Graduate Dog (Solids)
Withiflor Blulaw – 1st Puppy Dog (AOC) and 3rd Puppy Dog (AC)
26.02.2012
N Midlands and E Counties Cocker Ch Show
A great day out …… Sh Ch Canigou Story Time at Withiflor JW – 1st Open (solid) and RCC (bitches) Withiflor Northern Light JW – 1st Graduate (solid) and RCC (dogs) Withiflor Blulaw – 1st Puppy Dog (AOC) and 2nd Puppy Dog (AC – Crufts qualifier) – …Harry’s first Ch Show !
18.02.2012
Ilfracombe & DCS
Withiflor Blulaw – Best Puppy in Breed and 3rd Gundog Group; (Harry's first Show !)
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