First Place in Yearling - Bitch, 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.
A deceptive bitch as she appears larger than she is when handled, she spans easily and is another in excellent condition with toned muscle all over. Head all in proportion with hard expression good lines and enough length. An excellent example of a blue and tan, coat being harsh, double with ideal ticking. Moved with purpose. Her handler gets the best out of her and she pushed hard for honours.