First Place in Maiden - Bitch, Judge: Mrs Katrina Golding (Beaconpike)
A big thank you to the Scottish BTC for the invitation to judge their members limited show. This was my first breed club show which I very much looked forward to after being asked previously, but I didn’t quite feel ready at the time. I needn’t have worried as I was made to feel very welcome by the friendly committee and exhibitors, there was a lovely atmosphere in and around the ring. A special mention to my steward Anne Gregory for ensuring everything was in order and keeping the ring running smoothly. Considering the time of year with Crufts approaching I was delighted to find correct double coats with good depth. I forgave dirty teeth in preference for correct bites, sadly I found a number that were disappointing along with small teeth. Movement was on the whole ok though I found some dogs coming towards me had loose fronts though they looked good in profile.
Blue and tan another of nice breed type, stunning otter like head, liked her for size she was in lovely condition with strong loin, correct short tail, liked her racy hindquarters which she used on the move, she was very much out of coat but what a fantastic thick pelt, she moved soundly in this class, but sadly in her next class she was lacking confidence.