First Place in Open - 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.
This dark grizzle bitch who was just a few days shy of 7 years old which was hard to believe, she was super fit condition shown and presented well, strong but feminine head with correct bite, liked her length of body and fore chest, nicely balanced, she was in good harsh coat with a thick pelt, neck of moderate length, small feet with thick pads. She secured this class on her effortless movement coming and going.