Paignton & District Fanciers' Association

Special Beginners Dog or Bitch

1st, Piacente Uomo Saggio, James, Mr Gareth & James MBE, Mrs Mary – A squarely built young male who had a typical profile. His muzzle is strong and square with good dentition, his stop is moderate and his head had divergence in profile. I would prefer just a little more length to muzzle. His eyes were of good shape and colour. Clean oval skull and occiput visible. Ears were set well, good shape, but he does use them a little too much when animated. His neck is short and strong and fits nicely on his well angled front with good width to withers. He has excellent bone, my preference for more rounded feet but his were well padded. Good depth and width of chest. I was pleasantly surprised to how well bodied this young male is, good sprig of rib, with break and slight rise to his croup which was strong and broad, correctly set tail, minimal tuck up presented a pleasing profile. Good thick skin and harsh coat. He has good width of thigh and stood true. He moves out well, holds his topline well and held his tail horizontally. Good foot placement.