First Place in Post Graduate, Judge: Mrs C E Sansom (Tarkaswell)
I would like to thank the secretary and committee of Leicester City Canine Society for the invitation to judge at their open show. My stewards Clare Robinson – Cox and Kaine Davis were very efficient and kept the ring running smoothly.Thank you to the exhibitors for giving me a lovely entry and for accepting my decisions in a sporting manner.
My interpretation of the breed standard was always foremost in my mind. The puppy class particularly gave me difficult decisions, with some quality youngsters who could change places in the future. I will watch the development of them all with interest.
Although she stood alone, this blue and tan bitch was a worthy winner of this class. She had a feminine head with dark eye, keen expression, and short strong muzzle. An elegant reach of neck flowed into a narrow body of moderate length, straight front legs and small, neat feet. Correctly angulated, she moved with purpose and drive, covering the ground with ease. She lacked depth of coat today.