First Place in Junior - Dog, Judge: Debbie Lorraine (Raleniro)
I would like to thank the society for inviting me to judge at this group open show, and for the wonderful hospitality shown to me by the hard working committee. I would also like to thank the exhibitors for giving me the opportunity to go over their dogs and the sporting way in which they accepted my decisions. I was delighted with my entry, and had some lovely examples of the breed to judge. Thank you also to my very able steward Gill, who kept things running smoothly. All males were entire, temperaments were excellent, all exhibits were in fit condition and I was pleased to see so many exhibits with large teeth!
Almost 15 months grizzle and tan with excellent head and lovely keen expression. Another with nice, big teeth and correct scissor bite. Narrow throughout with level topline. Easily spanned. Good turn of stifle and well-muscled hindquarters. Loose pelt with lovely harsh jacket. Nice for size and presented a balanced picture in profile. Moved with economy and drive. A lovely young dog who could easily do a day’s work. Pleased to award him Best Dog, Best Opposite Sex and Reserve Best of Breed.