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Originally Posted by Mardelin  But, it really isn't listed as a fault....it only describes the standard. The only DQ that is listed is the white that is longer than an inch.
It is a very difficult standard to decipher.....I've had conversations with judges that feel the same way. It leaves much to the eyes of the beholder. So, therefore judges, judge according to their preference in yorkies.
As you say, I've seen judges put up puppies that have cleared much to young. Those judges are unfamiliar with the breed and don't realise that those puppies are going to get very, very light.....They also don't take into consideration, the coloration of the gold is inclusive of 3 shades of gold.
In my opinion, too much emphasis is given to the coat and not enough to structure. But, then again it states in the standard, right up front, coat is of prime importance.
It was once suggested by a YTCA member to change the standard to the illustrated standard, which is detailed and doesn't leave much room for your own interpretation.....it spells it out. |
Exactly, as I said before in my previous post.
If it was listed as a fault 
I agree that too much is put onto the coat, prime importance in my opinion should be structure.
Deana
Prestigeous Yorkies