Second Place in Limit - Dog, Judge: Mrs Trudi Baird (Dowgri)
I was delighted to accept the invitation to judge at the May show postponed to October.
Under Scottish government rules it meant those of us inside had to wear masks & I thank the majority of exhibitors for complying with this legislation.
Thank you to my lone steward who was able to keep the classes coming in and ready for me, it wasn’t an easy task with our neighbouring ring hosting the breeds October show but thankfully we didn’t get too many clashes.
I always feel immensely privileged to be able to judge your dogs and I hope exhibitors felt that I gave each of you ample time to set up your dogs on the table to show them at their best.
The entry was varied and I felt my top winners were outstanding. As always coats were presented at various stages and bites were generally very good. A number with long flat & untidy feet and a few dogs I just couldn’t span even with my large hands!
Handsome dog with beautiful Otter like head , he’s a size up from the winner but importantly I could span him , topline and tail set correct..Good bone in his straight and narrow front with small tight feet , shoulders are correctly angulated as are his strong quarters.Beautifully conditioned in new tight grizzle and tan jacket with excellent pelt.Well muscled & a sound mover , another who looked super free stood showing off his shapely outline..Pleased to award him the RCC .