First Place in Open, Judge: Mrs V Atkinson (Raedwulf)
I so much enjoyed my day judging the inaugural Open Show. Thank you to Mrs Pat Dufty and the Committee for inviting me to judge, it was an honour. I was assisted expertly by the wonderful Avis and Preston Haffenden to whom I am very grateful. Thank you most of all to my Exhibitors who allowed me the privilege of going over their dogs and for the sporting manner in which my decisions were taken.
Grizzle dog, excellent for type. Definitely a dog that could do a days work. Strong head and muzzle with good bite, short stop and good ear placement. Excellent reach of neck leading to well laid back shoulder. Nice rib easily spannable, very strong loin and excellent tail set. Lovely straight front and a well muscled rear which he used to drive with power around the ring. Thick pelt with a little too much jacket today but he still presented an excellent picture. Unfortunately when it came to the challenge he was rather down on his pasterns and I suspect it was due to the heat.