First Place in Post Graduate - Bitch, Judge: Miss Jean Singh
I would like to thank my stewards who kept the event running smoothly. My decisions were made on the exhibit on the day
I found heavy ears are creeping in, detracting from the otter head and keen expression. An excessive amount of exhibits were not in hard, toned condition. ‘Couch potato’ dogs come to mind. Front movement is also a cause for concern. I found two level mouths, one just level and a puppy , had a tooth out of line. My decision on some unplaced exhibits were a culmination of a long foreface and untypical expression, unspannable even though I gave some leeway and poor front movement.
Blue and Tan this bitch was shown with a pin wire coat, she has a good pelt. Pleasing neck and shoulders with flat ribs, strong loin, level topline and a good tail carriage. She has good bone and moved soundly both ways. Unfortunately a change in handlers in the line up did unsettled her as she was a strong contender for top honours.