First Place in Post Graduate - Dog, Judge: Ms Tina Jones (Otterholme)
Many thanks to the society for the invitation to step in as replacement judge at this well run and friendly show. Special thanks to the exhibitors for accepting my decisions on the day with such sporting grace. Unfortunately the show did clash with a local Breed club open show, but it was still a pleasing entry with only a few absentees. I was pleased to find overall some nice pleasing heads and the majority of exhibits in double coats, although for an earth dog some I felt could benefit with more undercoat. I am always mindful to judge fit for function, and found some exhibits too deep in chest, making spanning somewhat difficult.
exciting to go over, very typical in head, moderate, not exaggerated in any way. A very balanced dog from whatever angle you look at it him from and not overdone in any way, narrow front, nice length of upper arm into excellent shoulders, ribs carried well back to good strong loin and correct length of back, correct in rib, hence easy to span. Very pleasing jacket, lovely and tweedy ample amount of undercoat, complimented with a thick pelt. I do feel he will continue to flourish as he continues to mature, but what I found today, was enough to award him Best Dog.