Second Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Tracey Anscombe (Orangebox)
Thank you to the officers and committee for my first-time appointment at this level. This show is my ‘local’ which made it even more special, If you have never been it is worth the trip down the M5 a warm welcome will meet you.
I was thrilled with the quality of my entry, one observation I did find a lot of untidy feet, splayed toes, long nails and thin pads, I did however find no kinked tails and only one mouth fault.
Close decision today between these two quality dogs, 1st just had a bit more drive on the move today. Darker grizzle carrying a fantastic coat of harsh texture and real dept. Liked his head shape and expression, correct bite with big teeth, and strong jaw. Stands on small, neat feet with thick pads. His construction flowed from his neck into shoulder layback of rib into loin with everything in the right place, not overdone in any way.