Many thanks to the society for there kind invitation to judge Stafford's at this show. Also thanks to Karen Ford for doing a good job stewarding on her own. Only a couple of mouth faults which can only be a good thing for the breed. A good entry of 35 dogs making 37 entries although a lot of absentees.

Puppy Dog 4 (3ab)
1/. Simkiss - De Amore De Javu (Dark Brindle)
Stood alone, never the less a pleasing pup, good head shape of good proportions for a youngster, deep stop, good muzzle, correct bite, neat little ears, good expression, good front, ample bone, short coupled, starting to rib up, well bent stifles, moved freely and jaunty enjoying himself, owner should have some fun with him, need time to settle with his young handler. Best Puppy

Junior Dog 4(1 ab)
1/. Kartson - Valglo Enzo of Jewelstaff JW (Brindle White) A standard style dog, light framed in construction, a good shaped head with good expression, correct bite, neat ears, straight front, good ribcage, level top line, well bent stifles in good condition, moved steady, a little high action on front, looking for handlers treat.
2/. Hyde - Sedgbred Samson (Black Brindle) Top size young dog, good skull, neat ears, mouth good, preferred expression of 1, good rib cage,top line ok, well bent stifles, coat in good condition, moved well.
3/. Walker- Janikastco Playin For Keeps

Post Grad Dog 5 (Sab)
1/. M. Summers - Jeweistaff Kubia Khan (Brindle White)
Top size dog with good head and expression, neat ears, good bite, a little fleshy around muzzle, front ok, good rib, middle cast in back, top line ok, moved ok,
2/. Craddock - Bullstake Bomber at Creddogz (Red White) Decent head shape with pleasing expression, neat ears, straight front on good legs, well off for rib good top line short back, well bent stifles in good condition.

Open Dog 6 (Sab) -
1/. Marriot - Jajca Challenger (Black Brindle)
Classy looking dog, standard in proportion, good strong muscular skull, good expression, neat ears, strong muzzle and jaw, clean lipped, correct bite, straight front with good legs and bone, short strong neck good ribcage well sprung, would prefer a little more bend of stifle, but does not affect his movement, sound and steady, a neat tail, coat in excellent condition put down in fit hard condition, a credit to his owner.
Best of Breed Represented the breed with honour in the best in show ring being a true gentlemen with other terriers and gaining a 4th place for the best in show congratulations.
2/. Morrel - Niatona The Boy Wonder (Brindle White)
A dog that can still turn your head, a good skull, good head shape and expression, neat ears, correct bite, good straight front on good legs, good ribcage, nice lines to his body when viewed in profile well bent stifles, moved well. The younger fitter dog beat him today.
3/. Southall - Berkash Young Leo

Bitches
Puppy Bitch 2
1/. Martin - Lisas Lucky Charm At Alvis (Red White)
Decent head shape and expression, neat ears correct bite, front ok, a little down in pasterns, rib ok, level top line, decent bend of stifle coat in good condition, although a little long, moved well. 
2/. Jones & Batson - Gwynford Celtic Emerald (Black Brindle) Standard style bitch light in frame, good skull, neat ears, correct bite, clean lip, straight front, good rib well bent stifles, preferred the depth of stop on 1.

Junior 4 (1ab)
1/. Jackson & Whitehouse - Bourtie Wot A Steal JW (Black Brindle) Lovely shaped head and expression, set off by small neat ears which she uses to full effect, good stop and correct bite, straight front with ample bone, ribcage developing well, level top line, good muscle tone on rear, neat tail, coat in good condition, moved well. I was leaning towards post grad bitch for best bitch until this little one stole the show by using her ears and expression to the best effect. Very nice bitch. Best Bitch
2/. Hyde - Sedgbred Black Angel (Black Brindle)
Top size girl, good head, keen expression, neat ears good bite, straight front good rib, top line ok, well bent stifles coat in good nick, moved well. 
3/. Rogers - Dark Touchstone of Ynysstaff

Post Grad 7(2ab)
1/. Johnson - Tillcar Black Betty JW (Black Brindle)
Another quality standard bitch, very clean looking bitch, good head, neat ears, clean lipped, correct bite, good muzzle, straight front, ok for rib, good top line, well bent stifles, neat tail, coat in good condition, put down in good condition, another very nice bitch.
2/. Craddock - Egyptian Sunset At Craddogz (Red White)
Top size bitch, good head and expression, correct bite, ears a little flighty, good straight front, good legs, well off for rib level top line, well bent stifles in good physical condition.
3/. Walker - Tiptoe Red Lady At Janikastco
Open 6 (Sab)
1/. Hyde - Little Lady Charm At Sedgbred (Black Brindle)
Not my usual type of bitch, top size, good head, neat ears, good bite, front ok, profile view good level top line, good ribcage, and well bent stifles, carrying a little bit of weight, moved ok presented well
2/. Fletcher & Lees - Monalees Shanghai Suzzie (Black Brindle White) Nice Headed bitch neat ears, good expression, correct bite, good front but when viewed on side seemed to be hunched up spoiling top line, this little lady didn't seem to want to be here not showing to her best potential.
3/. Rogers - Jaladast Miss Mac Of Ynysstaff

Tony Pritchard (Judge)