Second Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Dr. Margaret Armstrong (Ploughdown)
I’d like to thank Yorks, Lancs and Cheshire Border Terrier Club for inviting me to judge their January Open Show. It was a privilege. I was given a really warm welcome and the hospitality was second to none. The venue was bright and airy and provided for a large ring with plenty of room for exhibitors. I was very ably assisted on the day by my two stewards, Margaret Davis and Sian McKay, who organised the ring with cheerful good humour and efficiency. It was also super to be present for the presentation by the Club to Pat and Brian Baxter, who always add a convivial and kindly presence to any gathering. Lastly I’d like to thank the exhibitors for coming out in numbers in chilly January and who accepted my placings with such good grace.
Grizzle dog in tip top condition. Flat, moderately broad skull, short muzzle, correct bite. Small, neat ears completed the picture. Good reach of neck into clean well laid shoulders. Narrow throughout with lovely rib. Easily spanned. Harsh double coat and pliable pelt. Good bend of stifle and moved out well. Showed really well for his handler.