First Place in Puppy - Bitch, Judge: Ms. Suzanne Coldham (nee Marwood) (Annesuz)
It was an absolute honour and pleasure to judge the Border Terrier Club’s Open show in Low Hesket and I would like to thank a very hardworking committee for this opportunity. I would also like to thank the exhibitors and spectators for their warm welcome and genuine applause at my placings. There was a good atmosphere throughout the day and good to see so many still ringside to see the top honours at the end.
I was greeted with an excellent entry of 104 dogs making 122 entries and from these I was able to select some top specimens truly representative of our breed. I am not going to wax lyrical about the breed in general but suffice to say in my humble opinion a watch needs to be kept on heads, movement and coats/pelt.
I was pleasantly surprised to find my Best Dog is the grandsire of my Reserve Best Dog and my Best Bitch and Reserve Best Bitch share the same sire as each other.
Absolutely stunning blue and tan. Superb head and conformation, well ribbed, strong loin, level topline and a true carrot tail. Presented in tip top condition with a harsh, tight coat and thick pelt. For me the perfect feminine size. As sound as they come. Won this class with heaps to spare. Pushed hard for Best Bitch but time is on her side. Best Puppy Bitch, Best Junior, Reserve Best Bitch and Best Puppy in Show. A pleasure to go over her.