First Place in Open - Bitch, Judge: Miss Sally Leslie (Risdene)
Congratulations to the committee on finding a splendid new venue. It is so nice to be able to evaluate exhibits in natural surrounding and this was ideal. I understand some did not care completely for the ground but while some exhibits did not excel on the terrain those that did displayed good conformation and moved accordingly.
Generally: there were some mouth faults present today which affected some results in the context of the classes they were in and the degree of the fault. Fronts came in many shapes and sizes not all straight and narrow unfortunately and I was surprised at the number of large and rather thin, spreading feet. Finally I just want to get off my chest that for me the term racy hindquarters does not carry with it a high tuck up.
The unexpected heat, especially in the earlier classes, was a little overwhelming and I thought both exhibits and exhibitors coped admirably. I loved my line ups and very much appreciated my entry, thank you.
Thanks also to my stewards who in these strange times were really kept at it all day.
not a clear-cut choice by any means. I loved my lineup. Today I could not overlook 1, bred in the purple and the complete package. Loved her workmanlike handiness and spannability, she really looked capable of a days work. Owner of a very good, well proportioned otterhead. Good ear placement. Lovely expression. Well made forehand, good in rib, strength of loin and nicely constructed quarters that she used to advantage with just the right amount of propulsion. Moved well coming and going. CC and RBIS