Ria took part in her first show when she was 8 months old. That was the Finnish Winner Show in Helsinki, the biggest show of the year in Finland. After that we had a long break, until in July 2004 we went to an all-breed show in Mäntyharju to get her an official critique. After that she hasn't been shown, since junior handling and other activities took our time, plus she isn't exactly a show star ;)




 Finnish Winner 2003, Helsinki, 7.12.2003
Judge: Kari Järvinen, Finland
Result: 1st in Puppy Class

Critique: (in Finnish only, the English translation will come soon) Lyhyin askelin liikkuva hento kevytrakenteinen narttu. Liian pyöreä kallo. Kevyt kuono. Lentävät korvat. Tulisi olla paremmin kulmautunut raajoistaan. Toiv. syvemmän rungon, paremman luuston. Kiertää häntää liiaksi selälle. Hyvä turkki.



 Mäntyharju 31.7.2004

Judge: Keijo Alen, Finland
Result: Very Good, 1st in Junior Class

Critique: Excellent type, stylish head. Full bite. Strong neck, beautiful topline. Deep chest. A bit straight shoulder angulations, excellent on the back. Beautiful movements. Harsh coat. Very restless ears.






In match shows, the dogs compete in pairs (all breeds together). The judge gives a red ribbon to the dog he or she thinks is the better one, and a blue ribbon to the other. The all the dogs that have received a red ribbon compete against each other, as well as those who have received a blue one.

 
 Place  Date  Class  Result
Espoo 13.10.2003 Puppies Blue ribbon
Helsinki 8.2.2004 Junior Handling BIS1
Tikkurila ?.3.2004 Puppies Red ribbon
Helsinki ?.5.2004 Junior Handling 5th