Bournemouth Championship Show (10-08-2009)

Second Place in Puppy - Dog, Judge: Mrs Margaret Sneddon (Kersfell)

Show Critique:

Thank you to my very efficient stewards. I think we have a real problem with the front construction and movement in the breed; there were far too many exhibits with short, steep upper arms, often resulting in a build up of bulky muscle on the outer line of the shoulder and the movement in front on many was very poor. The Border is ?essentially a working terrier and this type of construction will seriously compromise its ability to work.

Placing Critique:

another leggy grizzle puppy with a nice length of body; has a strong head but has a domed skull which might flatten as the head matures. Good coat and pelt; couldn?t match the winner in front movement.