Second Place in Limit - Dog, Judge: Mr Colin Girling (Benattivo)
Thank you to the committee of the Richmond show for granting my first appointment to award CC’s, I was well looked after on the day and had great support from my stewards which was very much appreciated. It was a real privilege to judge some wonderful examples of the breed and the future looks bright as there were so many wonderful puppies and juniors. I really appreciated all my entries and rewarded those in the best condition on the day, I also acknowledge that many had good breed type and quality even amongst those not in the challenge and some that were not placed in the stronger classes.
Although only four in this class, the quality was outstanding and it was a real pleasure to go over these top quality dogs that all have so much to offer the breed.
This equally impressive male pushed the winner all the way and was pleased to award him a Reserve CC as he is worthy of gaining champion status. His head is moderately broad with little stop with good fill under the eye. His coat and condition matched that of the winner and his slightly longer and narrow lines will be preferred by some when these two compete. He also moved very true with drive and purpose.