First Place in Minor Puppy - Dog, Judge: Mr David G Winsley (Davmar)
I last judged the breed in 2017 so most of the dogs were new to me. I felt that the breed is losing that ‘ otter head’ appearance, fore-faces appearing to be too long. Poor front construction in many was a deciding factor in my placing, our ring didn’t help, but the conditions were the same for everyone.
Good head & expression for his age, nice dark eye, good ear placement. Nicely balanced outline, straight in front but needs to tighten up in movement. Nice depth of body, in a good harsh coat. Showed well & moving soundly behind.