First Place in Limit - 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.
I liked his overall balanced shape, nice masculine head & expression. Good neck & shoulders, nice in front. Good depth of body with a level back, well made hindquarters & correct tailset. Quality coat & moved well both ways.