First Place in Puppy - Dog, Judge: Ms Tina Jones (Otterholme)
Many thanks to the society for the invitation to step in as replacement judge at this well run and friendly show. Special thanks to the exhibitors for accepting my decisions on the day with such sporting grace. Unfortunately the show did clash with a local Breed club open show, but it was still a pleasing entry with only a few absentees. I was pleased to find overall some nice pleasing heads and the majority of exhibits in double coats, although for an earth dog some I felt could benefit with more undercoat. I am always mindful to judge fit for function, and found some exhibits too deep in chest, making spanning somewhat difficult.
stood alone but a very worthy winner. Blue and Tan with a nice harsh jacket with plenty of ticking, ample pelt. Nicely developed head which was correctly moderate and in total proportion, nice amount of fill under the eye, dark keen eye, powerful strong jaw. Excellent shoulder placement and return of upper arm, narrow and balanced throughout, easily spanned, nicely angulated, he moved out well, and pleasing to see that he was unfazed by any noise from outside the ring, concentrating on the job in hand.