First Place in Minor Puppy - Bitch, Judge: Mrs. Carolyn Richardson (Staynorwood)
I would like to thank Darlington Championship Show Committee for inviting me to judge my first appointment to give CC’s. Thank you to my very capable Stewards, Katrina and Margaret, for keeping everything moving and running to time.
Generally the condition of the dogs today was very good with many missing out on the top spot due to the strength of quality present. In the Bitch classes, I had some difficult decisions to make as several classes had many quality exhibits with lots of promise, splitting hairs at times in more than one class. I was very pleased with my principle winners on the day.
Very smart blue and tan bitch puppy. Balanced and not overdone in any way. Feminine head with neat ears set on well. Good reach of neck into well placed shoulders. Straight front. Good flat rib. Easily spanned. Narrow throughout. Strong loin. Well angulated rear allowing true movement from behind. Easily spanned. Correct harsh jacket and loose pelt.