Boston & District Canine Society (08-01-2023)

First Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Tracy Butler (Ycart)

Show Critique:

Firstly I would like to thank the officers and committee for inviting me to judge there well run show,also many thanks must go to my very capable stewards on an excellent job in keeping the ring running smoothly.
The biggest thanks must go the exhibitors for there entries,and there sportsmanship on my decisions.
In my opinon,my findings where as follows,the standard asks for “essencially a working terrier”,this is a statement that is very close to my heart.
Unfortunatley some do not fit this,short upperarms are still very present,restricting reach in movement.Some dogs would benefit from less food and more exercise.
Muscle tone varied greatly,some dogs lacking,these dogs are bred to do a job.
With the rising costs of entries,some exhibits would benefit greatly from a good tidy up and the mud removed from there under bellies.
I was pleased with my overall winners,some nice quality exhibits.

Placing Critique:

One ive always admired & today he didn’t dissapoint. Blue & tan,turned out in top condition,moderatley broad head,strong muzzle & underjaw,big teeth with correct dentation,cleanest of necks,well laid shoulders,striaght front ,stood on well padded feet,well of for bone without being overdone,easily spanned,comes to hand well,strong through the loin,well set tail,well muscled thigh and second thigh,in the best of harsh jackets & thick pelt,moves with drive and purpose,pleased to award him DCC.