First Place in Open - Bitch, Judge: Anna Duxbury (Ridgebow)
I would very much like to thank the officers and committee for offering me my first club show in this lovely light, large hall. The hospitality was wonderful! Thanks also to the efficient ring stewards and most of all to all the exhibitors for their wonderful entry and allowing me the privilege of going over their dogs. Sincere thanks for the sporting manner in which my decisions were accepted. Temperaments on the day were excellent, coats were very varied – some good dogs were penalised for not having double coat. No mouths were undershot and all male dogs were entire.
Quality blue and tan bitch very well constructed. Nice eye and good teeth. Best front assembly of the day with plenty of forechest giving great layback of shoulder. Straight forelegs onto small feet. Very good length to ribs and narrow all through. Good underline to strong loin, well-muscled hindquarters and well let down hocks. Super coat and thick pelt, moved very well around the ring with drive and animation. Very pleased to give her Best Bitch and Best in Show.