First Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Mr J A Barney (Romaunt)
Many thanks to Richmond in giving me the opportunity to judge a breed that still has some depth in quality to it. Generally, I felt movement needs to be attended to. It’s a breed I’ve always associated with true movement both ways and a number did tend to pin in front. Coat texture was pretty good throughout but some would benefit from slightly neater presentation. I was able to span nearly all exhibits and pelts good. At the moment I would say that bitches are far stronger than the males.
DCC & BOB. A dog in his prime, quality throughout, good type, Make and shape and well balanced. Really typical Border head peace with correct bite. Alert expression with a nice small v-shaped ear. Well ribbed back with a good strong loin. Moderate racy rear construction. Correct topline with correct tail set and carriage in profile. Moved away well with some drive and purpose. Could be a little tighter in front movement.