Second Place in Open, Judge: Jane Eyeington (Meadowdale)
I would like to thank the officers and committee of this well-run show for their kind invitation to judge. I was delighted with the super dogs that I had the pleasure of judging, all a real credit to you. A huge thank you to the exhibitors for the honour of your lovely dogs. A huge thank you to my 2 very efficient stewards, who also had a very long day, the show could not go on without you, so thank you.
Grizzle dog, 9 years of age, and looking in fine fettle, perhaps carrying a touch more condition today. A lovely shape in profile, liked his overall size, having super balance and proportions. Handsome masculine head, width to the back skull, short strong muzzle, and dark eyes. Neck flowing seamlessly into a firm, level topline to a well set on tail. Nicely boned limbs with small neat feet. Good width to his quarters, which he used to drive around the ring, not quite as tidy in his front action as winner. Shown with a good harsh jacket.