First Place in 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.
BP. This puppy caught my eye as she came into the ring.. Handy size. Feminine otter head of correct proportions. Strong muzzle with correct dentition and strong jaw. Neat ears held close to the cheek. Flat skull. Nice reach of neck into good shoulders. Well ribbed. Strong loin. Short tail set on well. Moved freely both ways. Pleased to award her best Bitch Puppy. Very promising puppy I will watch her showing career with interest.