First Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Mr. David Hunt (Ottaswell)
Thanks go to the committee of the Scottish Kennel Club for inviting me to judge for the first time north of the border, Special thanks to my stewards on the day Messrs Goudie & Jackson for organising the ring so efficiently and ensuring everything ran smoothly during my judging. Good stewards are a welcome bonus for any judge. Despite the disappointing weather, thanks also to the exhibitors who attended and for giving me the second highest breed entry of the whole show.
With a large ring and mown grass, I was able to see the dogs move accurately. In general I thought the bitches were stronger than the dogs, but was pleased with all my class winners, and thought my CC winners a credit to the breed. Size was generally good with only a couple being difficult to span. As always coats were at various stages but I was surprised to find 2 very undershot bites in mid range classes.
I have admired this dog from the ringside for some time, he was in tip top condition and all I was looking for. Light grizzle, he is an ideal size, easily spanned, balanced and looks excellent in profile. His head has all in correct proportions, strong muzzle, good skull, ears and bite. His body lines flow easily from neck into well angulated front and rear via a level topline and tail straight off the back. Has a narrow front and neatest of feet. Super tight harsh coat and moves well both ways covering the ground with ease. Pleased to award him the CC & BEST OF BREED