First Place in Yearling - Bitch, 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!
So much to like about this very showy bitch , she’s a lovely size and presents a beautiful balanced outline. Lovely head with neat ear. Very pleasing through neck and shoulder.Easily spanned long narrow rib.Good top line and tail set.Moved out soundly with purpose.In plentiful coat.