First Place in Open, Judge: Mrs C E Sansom (Tarkaswell)
I would like to thank the officers and committee of the Devon County Show for the invitation to judge today. The exhibitors gave me a lovely entry and accepted my decisions in a sporting manner. My stewards Trudi Conibere and Caitlin Channon were very efficient, and did a great job managing to keep the paperwork dry when the weather turned against us.
Rising 5 year old grizzle & tan bitch. A lovely size and type, without exaggeration, but quality and fit for purpose. Feminine head, with small, neat ears and dark eye with a keen expression. Correct scissor bite, although I would have preferred a slightly stronger muzzle. Balanced, correct construction, with a level topline and well set tail. Beautifully presented with a harsh, double coat and thick pelt. Moved soundly with purpose. RBOB