First Place in Open - 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.
presents a pleasing profile, masculine dog that excels in head, strong in jaw, appealed for size, pleasing in topline and underline and in front angulation, decent loin giving way to strong hindquarters, sporting a new jacket, enough evidence of top coat coming through, which was of good texture. Nice tight feet, complimented with thick pads.