| Scottish KC (August) 2022 | Date : 2nd October 2022 | ||||||||||||||||
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Thank you to SKC for the invitation to judge, and to the exhibitors who entered under me on the day, and for accepting my decisions so graciously. The entry was mixed and I have a few observations to make. As a breed specialist I am looking for the breed specific details of the Shih Tzu, soundness is paramount. We need to be mindful that the dogs need to be well constructed and have the framework to support a sturdy dog. Coats do cover a multitude of sins when stacked, but when a dog starts moving it becomes apparent whether they are made correctly or not. My concern with some exhibits was the lack of strength in their rear action, and a front assembly that was not in place to support heavier dogs, and so could not move with an arrogant, smooth flowing movement which is a breed specific detail. On a positive note, all exhibits were presented and handled well, and the temperaments were superb, many offering their kisses on the table. |
