Second Place in Junior, Judge: Anna Duxbury (Ridgebow)
I would very much like to thank the officers and committee for offering me this appointment, and for their excellent hospitality. Thanks also to the ring steward/show secretary who kept things running smoothly. Mostly, of course, I would like to thank all the exhibitors for allowing me not only the privilege of going over their dogs and their sporting acceptance of my decisions but also their patience whilst waiting for our ring to become free! Temperaments on the day were excellent; coats were quite varied. I found no dogs with incorrect bites and all male dogs were entire.
Another very pleasing youngster of almost 18 months. Blue and tan bitch, very well put together, of lovely size. Good strong muzzle and correct dentition. Again had a narrow straight front as 1st, ribs well back, well muscled rear quarters with good angulation. level topline and tail well set on. Moved very well with drive and animation. Very close decision between the two but coat and pelt of first just pipped second on the day.