Second Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Mrs C E Sansom (Tarkaswell)
I would like to thank the officers and committee of Minehead & District Canine Society for the invitation to judge at their open show, held in conjunction with the Dunster Country Fair. My steward Vicky Prince, was a great help and kept the ring running smoothly. Thank you to the exhibitors for a lovely entry and for accepting my decisions in a sporting manner.
I had some quality borders to go over that were a privilege to judge, and as always, my decisions reflected my interpretation of the breed standard on the day. I was delighted with the winners that came forward for the challenge.
The weather was kind and not too hot, there was a friendly atmosphere and I thoroughly enjoyed my day.
This grizzle and tan dog had a broad head, dark eye with a varminty expression, and strong muzzle with large teeth. His neck flowed into a deep and fairly long body, with his ribs carried well back, a firm loin and well set tail. He was balanced and well constructed with good angulation. This enabled him to move with purpose and drive, true fore and aft. His coat was a little heavy around his neck, but otherwise good with a thick pelt.