Second 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.
Blue/tan with a pleasing head, keen expression. Good neck & shoulders, lean well ribbed body. Correct tailset in good coat, needs to firm up in movement both ways.