Show Placings
Manchester Championship Show
20th Jan 2023
Judge: Mrs Patsy Hollings (Gunalt)
Minor Puppy - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Puppy - Bitch /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Brand new out at6 months. Not quite as positive in front action as winner but should come on well ,with maturity, as she has lot going for her
East Kent Canine Society Open Show
5th Feb 2023
Judge: Cath Moffat (Kyleca)
Best Puppy
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Puppy /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Kent County Canine Association Open Show
19th Feb 2023
Judge: Francis Goldfinch
Best Puppy
Name at show: TPG2, Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Junior /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Crufts
11th Mar 2023
Judge: Mr David Shields (Wilholme)
To judge Border Terriers at Crufts was both a privilege and a honour and I must thank the Crufts Committee for the appointment to judge the breed at what is the greatest dog show in the world. A big thanks go to the exhibitors from both home and abroad for such a super entry which made for a great days judging with quality in depth in many of the classes. Finally I must thank my two stewards who kept things moving in the ring to allow me to finish judging in good time.
On the day I was looking for a workmanlike dog as the standard asks for but one also must remember that in the show ring you also need that attitude and showmanship to complete the picture. I felt my BOB put up a great show in the Group and was so pleased to see him take Group 2 in a quality line up.
Minor Puppy - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Well made puppy of overall pleasing confirmation. Scores in neck and shoulders, good legs standing on well padded feet and a pleasing body shape. Well made quarters with good strength for her age. Could not match the movement of the winner on the day.
Guildford & District Canine Society Open Show
18th Mar 2023
Judge: Richard Stafford (Farnfield)
Best Puppy
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Puppy /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Woolwich, Bexley & District Canine Association Open Show
19th Mar 2023
Judge: David Burrage (Sametova)
Puppy /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Chichester & DCS Open Show
26th Mar 2023
Judge: Jennifer Millard
Best Puppy
Name at show: TPG1, Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Junior /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
9 month old bitch, who presented a pleasing and balanced outline when stood. Easily spanned and shown in good coat. Feminine head, with a dark kind eye, well placed ears. Holds a firm topline both stood and on the move, racy in her hindquarters. Moving out positively and with confidence – BP & Puppy GP1
Chelmsford & District Canine Society Open Show
1st May 2023
Judge: Nicola Sturrock (Forfarian)
Puppy /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
National Dog Show
6th May 2023
Judge: Brigitte Belin Bernaudin (France)
First, I thank the committee for the invitation to judge this prestigious show. Thanks to my stewards for making a super job and keep my judging running smoothly. It was a real honour and privilege as foreign judge and breeder to have the opportunity of this 1st appointment to give CC in my breed, and thank to exhibitors to allow me to go over so many good Border.
Being able in my country to work my dogs, I have been looking for the right conformation as asks in the standard, making dogs able to do their original work underground and was happy many could do so.
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
A very attractive youngster. Lovely conformation. Feminine head with flat skull, dark eyes, well setted ears and typical expression.Excellent bite. Nice reach of neck and lay back of shoulders. Nice narrow straight front. Good length of body with correct ribs well back, good topline and underline. Easily spannable. Racy hindquarters and neat feet. Moves well covering her ground without effort.
Puppy - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Not as mature as 1st
Gravesend and Medway Towns Canine Society Open Show
14th May 2023
Judge: Mr Paul Richardson (Weisel)
Junior /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
The Scottish Kennel Club (May) Championship Show
21st May 2023
Judge: Mr Frank Kane (Hirontower)
Best Puppy
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: TSBBG1, Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Puppy - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Appealed for her flowing lines and outline, shown in good coat, her forehand is excellent resulting in scopey, accurate movement, quality head, well ribbed and spannable, top size for me but lovely carriage and movement, BP.
Class Critique
Two top bitches in a close decision
Special Beginners - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Repeat
Bath Canine Society
29th May 2023
Judge: Mrs Anne Gregory (Remony)
My thanks to the officers and committee of Bath Canine Society for inviting me to judge today. A big thank you to my two very efficient stewards, Mark and Joyce, who kept the ring running smoothly and efficiently. Thank you also to the exhibitors for giving me the opportunity to go over their dogs, it is always a privilege to do so. I was disappointed not to have been able to stay and watch the groups but circumstances outwith my control prevented me from doing so.
While there were plenty of good ‘otter’ heads in evidence, I found some heads lacking in muzzle strength and some with stops that were too deep, neither of which is desirable. Some exhibits were too heavy in frame and consequently didn’t come to hand easily. Some dogs had weak pasterns and feet that could have been tighter. Coats were at varying stages, with some in their underclothes, some just going over the top, and in some cases, this was a deciding factor. Overall, movement was good with correct tracking, plenty of drive off well angulated hindquarters and good length of stride. Some dogs could have benefited from more ring training and, at times, baiting on the table was excessive. A dog scrambling to get to bait makes it more difficult to assess. On a positive note, I did have some quality dogs to go over and was well pleased with my winners and final line-up. I was also pleased to see my Best Veteran win the Terrier Veteran Group, my Best Puppy shortlisted in the Terrier Puppy Group and my Best Special Beginners, Special Beginners Terrier Group 4
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: SBTG4, Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners - Dog or Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Head of good shape and proportions, stood on neat feet and straight front legs, well constructed narrow body with good length of rib, excellent jacket over a thick loose pelt, moved well.
Puppy - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Novice - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Reading & District KA Open Show
31st May 2023
Judge: Mr Richard Bott (Quensha / Allenie)
Puppy /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Southern Counties Canine Association
2nd Jun 2023
Judge: Miss Felicity Freer (Felfree)
Best Puppy
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: SBTG2, Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
10 month old. Beautiful outline. Very confident for age. Easily spanned well balanced. Good
thick pelt. Strong muzzle and big teeth. Good head and expression, dark eye. Carried herself very well both on and off the move. Thick tail and well set. SBTG2 & BP
Puppy - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
1st in SB bitch
Novice - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
1st SB & PB
Three Counties Championship Dog Show
9th Jun 2023
Judge: Mrs Jane Roberts (Smalesmouth)
Many thanks to the officers and committee for inviting me to judge Border Terriers at Three Counties Championship Dog Show. My appointment was originally for 2020 but it was worth the wait to be able to judge at this lovely showground at the foot of the Malvern Hills. Many thanks indeed to my stewards Bill and Trish who kept everything moving ringside in an efficient and pleasant manner. My thanks go to all the exhibitors who brought their dogs under me. It was a real privilege and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. There were some close decisions and I would like to thank all those who accepted my decisions so sportingly.
Based on my entry I felt that the overall quality of the breed was good. Most were fit and I thought that fronts and heads had improved from the last time I judged. There were only a few that I was unable to span and a couple who had missing teeth and one that had a kinked tail. I was particularly pleased with my bitch line-up and I thought there were some very good quality exhibits who on another day could be ticket winners.
Puppy - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Very nice bodylines on this 11mnth G/T. Attractive head with correct properties and keen expression. Good reach of neck. Narrow all through with good length of ribs. Easily spanned. Good top line and tail set. Very good double jacket. Moved soundly.
Novice - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
The Southern Border Terrier Club Championship Show
10th Jun 2023
Judge: Miss Julie Price (Oxcroft)
Thank you to all at the Southern Border Terrier Club for the invitation to judge your championship show this year, it was a great honour and privilege. The weather was hot and the venue was good to gain some shade for the dogs and myself! I had two very capable stewards who kept things running smoothy throughout the day, so thank to Kathleen Haugh and Sophie Liggat for their support. I really enjoyed my day and was more than happy with my winners. Thank you again for your hospitality.
I was looking for type, gameness, soundness and dogs that were fit to do a day’s work whilst not losing any attributes of the breed standard. Some exhibits were rather well muscled around the shoulders which made it difficult to feel the lay of the shoulders and this would also restrict their ability to go to ground. As a breed I think we are losing the otter heads and keen expressions which distinguishes the Border Terrier from other terrier breeds. A lady contacted me a week after the show and explained that she had attended the show during some of the bitch classes as she was looking to purchase a puppy having recently lost two of her old Borders. She explained she was now thinking of buying another breed as the dogs in the show ring did not look like the Borders she had had previously. She felt that they did not have the characteristic otter heads, and sadly I had to agree with her.
Overall, most dogs were fit for purpose and I am sure you all took the best dog home with you. In the current financial climate, all your entries were valuable to the club and it was a pleasure and an honour to go over your dogs.
Puppy - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Just spannable and a little deeper in brisket than winner.
Border Union Agricultural Society
17th Jun 2023
Judge: Mr Colin Girling (Benattivo)
I would like to thank the Officers and Committee for giving me the opportunity to judge Border Terriers in their spiritual home territory. My stewards, Audrey & Judith did a great job in running the class changes efficiently on a hot humid day. It was a lovely entry, with many exhibits that I had not judged before – thank you all. I found some exhibits which could have been better prepared with attention to coat, body condition and clean teeth. A few level bites a couple of kink tails influenced placings but all dogs were entire and overall a nice group of BT’s to go over. My main winners had breed qualities that outweighed any imperfection, that in my opinion wouldn’t impact on its ability to perform its traditional work.
Puppy - Bitch /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Wealdstone & Northolt Canine Society Open Show
24th Jun 2023
Judge: Mrs V. Williams-Wegmann (Essvana)
Puppy /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Junior /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Post Graduate /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Eastbourne & DCS Open Show
25th Jun 2023
Judge: Mrs Felicity Snook (Pitcombe)
Junior /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Windsor Championship Dog Show
29th Jun 2023
Judge: Professor S P Dean (Tyrian)
My thanks to Windsor Dog Show for the judging appointment. Delayed by Covid, it is a sensible moment to retire from judging at Championship level, especially as the day was very enjoyable and a fine memory to end with. It was in fact a superb entry of high quality border terriers and my thanks to all the exhibitors, especially those who travelled long distances.
It was a delight when my BOB, Ch Otterbobs Tolsen, won the terrier group and an additional pleasure when my Best Veteran, Ch Cynetkoy Pillow Talk, placed third in the Veteran Group. Overall the borders proved to be sound and it was particularly enjoyable to find several dogs with large, strong teeth. Many were in a fit condition with firm muscle and active drive on the move. The majority had good shoulders coupled with hind quarters that looked capable of a day’s work. This correct construction translated into to good movement. The Border Terrier should remain a workmanlike terrier and future breeders need to keep that in mind.
The top decisions were decided by some of these less obvious merits and indeed my personal preferences but, in the end, I was pleased to see an entry of border terriers with so much quality. This bodes well for the future and has left me with memories of a most enjoyable day.
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: SBTG4, Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners - Dog or Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Smartly made 11mo bitch. Lacking a full coat but strong head and good reach of neck. Well made in shoulders and hindquarters. Well ribbed back and moved soundly
Puppy - Bitch /
Reserve
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
East of England Agricultural Society
6th Jul 2023
Judge: Joyce Martin (Merumhor)
Many thanks to the officers and committee for the invitation to judge Border Terriers at the East of England Agricultural Society Show, which was to be the last one run by this society. It was a super venue with lovely big rings which gave the dogs a chance to stride out. Many thanks to my ring stewards Peter and Lesley Armstrong for keeping things running smoothly and efficiently. I was delighted with my entry of 109 dogs making a total entry of 149 and pleased with the overall quality of dogs shown. Thank you to the exhibitors for giving the chance to go over your dogs and for the sporting way the placings were taken. It is indeed a privilege to have the opportunity do so. I was thrilled to be able to watch the terrier group and see my BOB - Stineval Lambert JW take group 1 in a quality line up. I also was delighted to hear that my BPIB - Glebeheath Ophelia went Group 3 in the Puppy Group.
Puppy - Bitch /
Reserve
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Southampton & DCS Open Show
22nd Jul 2023
Judge: Mrs Penny Sands (Krakenexis)
Junior /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Wiveliscombe DCS Open Show
30th Jul 2023
Judge: Steve Owen (Egremont)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: TG3, Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Graduate /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Paignton Championship Show
5th Aug 2023
Judge: Colin Powell (Bowtman)
Special Beginners - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Just out of puppy with good out lines, a pleasing head shape with correct ear and eye placement, good bite, body narrow with ribs well back, racy quarters, thick pelt, spannable, good set on, moved well.
The Midland Border Terrier Club Championship Show
6th Aug 2023
Judge: Mr. Bob Wright (Totherend)
It was a real honour to judge my home club’s show and my thanks go to a great committee for the opportunity and the way they run the club with all hands to the wheel. Richard Wright and Sharon Pickering had my back and have my appreciation for a great day’s stewarding.
I was disappointed in the early dog classes where what initially looked like an impressive line-up failed to materialise once on the table or on the move. Movement was a weak spot for a surprisingly large number of exhibits, especially front movement. There were three poor mouths and one exhibit that couldn’t be spanned but lots of good pelts, coats and neat feet. However long tails are becoming more common and a true carrot tail is about as rare as hen’s teeth. I was fascinated by some handlers interpretation of a triangle, suffice to say it’s a good job it wasn’t a maths exam.
Once again there were only two CCs available which is a great shame when there are so many who warrant them. I can only sympathise with those who went home empty handed. It was most likely a reflection of the strength of the classes rather than their standing. The bitch classes were especially strong with at least six exhibits worthy of much more than I had available to offer. When it came to the line ups I was clearly torn and had to be really picky to get to a decision but in the end I was pleased with all the winners.
Whilst there is still much that can be done to improve some aspects of the breed there is a lot to be proud of with some really stunning exhibits out there.
Special Challenge - Bitch /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Bournemouth CS Open Show
11th Aug 2023
Judge: Mrs Hilary Male (Malenbrook)
Post Graduate /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Bournemouth Championship Show
13th Aug 2023
Judge: Ms Tina Jones (Otterholme)
My thanks go to the committee of Bournemouth Championship Show for inviting me to award tickets for the first time, it was a very special day.
Special thanks to my stewards Gentle Lowe and Brian Aubrey for doing such a sterling job, allowing me to focus on the task in hand.
I was delighted with the entry that awaited me, a huge thank you to the exhibitors for giving me the privilege to go over their dogs, this was a real honour and the sporting way they accepted my decisions, on the whole by most exhibitors.
I was told many years ago, by someone well respected in the breed to judge with the hands, not with the eyes, never did this ring true as today. Some dogs I have admired from the ringside, didn’t live up to expectations, whilst others that hadn’t previously caught my eye, surprised me and did.
Being the daughter of a hunt terrier man I could get no better grounding in the requirements of an earth dog, these were the days long before quad bikes, terriers would be expected to be on their feet from the moment hounds drew off until close of the hunting day, working in landscapes not dissimilar to that of that hunt the breed first originated from.
l tried to look subjectively at the exhibit before me to see if they had the confirmation and condition to undertake such duties. I was surprised how quite a number were difficult to span and far too deep in chest and too wide in front and came up heavy, lacking the narrowness to go to ground, a distinct disadvantage in the working arena, legs bend, chests don’t.
I was finding rear movement was better than front, but more than a few lacked the drive that I looked for with elevated front action that indicates an upper arm that is shorter than ideal.
I look to see feet that are tight with a good thick pad so vital in an earth dog, many were lacking in this important trait.
I found temperaments superb throughout the day, dentition was questionable on several exhibits and all dogs entire.
A plea to exhibitors if you bait them on the table, that is fine if they look hypnotically at the treat, but on several occasions, owners were wrestling with their dogs trying to get at the treat, making it difficult to assess them.
I am always mindful to judge fit for function, and I was happy that my winners fitted that bill and all sporting decent jackets and pelts and meeting my interpretation of the breed standard.
I was delighted to see my BOB going on to third in the terrier group and my BP winning the terrier puppy group.
Special Beginners - Dog or Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
Pleasing feminine head of correct proportions. Presented a clean balanced outline on the move and in profile Easily spannable,, shoulders well placed back and has the required narrowness in front, good length of body, strong loin and lovely rear angulations with low hocks correct tailset, stood on neat well-padded feet. Not the depth of jacket and texture as 1 today.
Kent County Canine Asociation Open Show
20th Aug 2023
Judge: Debra Wilson (Jandade)
Junior /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Post Graduate /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Newton Abbot & South Devon CS Open Show
26th Aug 2023
Judge: Beverly Deacon (Cassencarrie)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Post Graduate /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Horley & DSS Open Show
27th Aug 2023
Judge: Mr Tan Nagrecha (Chandlimore)
Junior /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
South West Essex CA Open Show
28th Aug 2023
Judge: Bill Crawley
Special Yearling /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Post Graduate /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Norfolk and Norwich Canine Society Premier Show
30th Aug 2023
Judge: Mrs Penny Sands (Krakenexis)
Special Yearling /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Limit /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Open /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
City of Birmingham Championship Show
2nd Sep 2023
Judge: Mrs K Wilkinson (Otterkin)
Thank you to City of Birmingham for the invitation to judge this show, for the very large ring provided to the breed and to all the exhibitors who entered under me – I was very pleased with the overall quality of the entry of 122 dogs making 144 entries in these days of falling entries, with very few absentees (16 from “new dogs” by my count).
The ring stewards did an excellent job of keeping everything running smoothly – so thank you to John Gardner and Ken Francis.
I would like to send my best wishes to Anna Duxbury (Ridgebow) who had initially been under contract to judge this as her very first Championship Show. Having seen Anna judge at the Border Terrier Club’s Open show in February 2022, I know she is a very experienced and knowledgeable judge as well as an excellent breeder and hope in time that she is able to take on another Championship Show appointment in the future. I had originally been invited to judge this show in 2024 and had sent my acceptance letter, but when the Secretary contacted me, I agreed to bring forward the appointment to 2023.
I have taken the name/s of the owner/s and the dogs’ names direct from the catalogue. Some may have other owners or Kennel Names added, or awards such as Ch or JW added now, but I must use the details from the catalogue.
*Handlers* – please do not stuff food/tubes of treats into your dogs’ mouths just before the judge needs to look at their dentition. Those who stood behind their dogs and held the lead, I had no problem examining their dogs’ mouths, but a small number of others who were stuffing food into their dog’s mouth as I approached, once they moved away, some dogs were up on their hind legs trying to get more food/treats from you. I had to examine the rest of the dog then come back and look in the mouth again when the dogs were not fidgeting about looking for food. If you are doing it to avoid the dentition being checked, it won’t work as a judge will just come back to it!
It was quite hot in the hall. Kudos to all the dogs as they were not put off by the noise made when judge and/or handler stood on whatever was under the carpet making a “clunk” noise. I found when spanning dogs, almost all of them were hot underneath. Never felt that before, even when judging in 90 degree heat outside in America, so just be aware that your dog may be getting overheated.
Special Beginners - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Good Citizen - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Richmond Championship Show
8th Sep 2023
Judge: Mr Tim Ball (Kaitak)
Yearling - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Special Beginners - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
14 mth old grizzle who pleased for type and outline with neck of good length to balance, firm topline, correct spring of rib which extends well back, strong loin and tail good for length, set and carriage. Head of good proportions with feminine expression. Standing well naturally but winner had the edge on the move.
The Southern Border Terrier Club Open Show
16th Sep 2023
Judge: Mr Robert Brewster (Stowthorney & Breckgreen)
I would like to thanks the officers and committee of The Southern Border Terrier Club for giving me the honour of judging their Open Show. I first signed the contract for the show in 2017, but due to Covid and the Lockdown I have only just fulfilled my judging appointment. Whist remembering those who are no longer with us due to the Covid Pandemic. I was happy with my entry and would like to also thank the exhibitors for entering under me and thank them all for taking my decisions, some of which were difficult, in a sportsmanlike way. I found most exhibits to be in good order, but I was quite worried that I found some younger exhibits with a build-up of scale on their teeth. This should be addressed as soon as possible. I was also delighted with a young exhibitor, attending her first show, on a whole handling her young dog so well whilst full of nerves and inexperience. We need to encourage these youngsters as they are the custodians of our breed
Special Beginners - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Placing Critique
good headed bitch of nice size. Correct dentition and small ears held close to cheek. Nice reach of neck with a good lay of shoulders. Good toplen which she held on the move. Moved well.
Yearling - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart
Guildford & District Canine Society Open Show
7th Oct 2023
Judge: Mrs Sue Baxter (Mysulan)
First of all , sincere thanks go to Hilary and the committee for the
kind invitation to judge BT’s at this show and thanks to Kevin my
steward who kept things moving along nicely. Also I have grateful
thanks for the exhibitors who not only allowed me the opportunity
to go over their dogs but accepted my decisions in a sporting
manner.
General comments are as follows , I didn’t find any bad mouths
or kinked tails and coats were at differing stages of growth which
is quite normal . I would like to add that during examination of the
dogs on the table that it is not helpful for the owner to be feeding
or allowing the dog to lick at a treat constantly , attempting to
check the bite becomes almost impossible and adds to the
confusion for the dog, owner and judge, please keep this practice
for the training room and not in the show ring.
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
15 month old G&T bitch , sweet “lady like” head of correct proportions and
with lovely dark eyes and expression. Muzzle strong with good
underjaw power house and teeth to do the job required. Ears of a
nice size and correctly positioned. Neck of moderate length and
narrow throughout front and shoulder assembly ….Easily
spanned …ribbed well back and a strong loin to add to the
picture. Beautiful jacket and plenty of pelt to get a hold of.
Maintained her topline whilst stacked and on the move , in fit
condition , could see her ready to do a days work .. Movement was good in profile and particularly on the out and back …
pleased to award her B.O.B
South Wales Kennel Association
13th Oct 2023
Judge: Mr W Shorthose (Cundytyke)
I think hind movement has generally improved though the same cannot be said for fronts. Most were shown in good coat and only one exhibit was clearly of poor temperament.
Junior - Bitch /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Good Citizen - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
Not the best movement seen today but qute rangy, shown in good coat.
Gravesend and Medway Towns Canine Society Open Show
15th Oct 2023
Judge: Paul Eardley (Sherex)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
East Kent Canine Society Open Show
5th Nov 2023
Judge: Michael Blay (Longbarrow)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Crystal Palace Canine Association Dog Show
26th Nov 2023
Judge: Siân McKay (Redesholt)
My thanks go to the committee, volunteers and my steward for the day, for helping to make this show so friendly and welcoming, on a very crisp morning in November.
I was satisfied with my final line-up all being good examples of the breed; with the conformation and attributes to make them potentially successful working terriers as well as possessing a degree of showmanship. It was pleasing to note some good movement on show.
I was delighted to note that my Best of Breed went on to further honours and gained TG3, and, as I learned later, the Best Puppy was from the same kennel, and went TPG1- Congratulations to the breeder and owner.
Reserve Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
14-month-old grizzle and tan bitch. Much to like here- kept topline on the move which was efficient. Correctly proportioned head with large teeth, good ear set and shallow stop. Good flow from neck thru shoulders; spannable with good length of rib and strong loin. Nice rear assembly and underline. Shown in full jacket today with great thick skin and good pelt. Close call between her and B.O.B – just preferred movement of B.O.B. today. Pleased to award her Reserve Best of Breed.
Woolwich, Bexley & District Canine Association Open Show
3rd Dec 2023
Judge: Dale Elliot (Lyndham)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Ladies Kennel Association
8th Dec 2023
Judge: Mr Ken Bartlett (Dwilencia)
Junior - Bitch /
Reserve
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Wealdstone & Northolt Canine Society Open Show
10th Dec 2023
Judge: Dr J Lappin (Ireland)
Reserve Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
East Kent Canine Society Open Show
4th Feb 2024
Judge: Jen Bowden (Chellowside)
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Guildford & District Canine Society Open Show
18th Feb 2024
Judge: Jacqui Ward (Mianja)
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
19 month old bitch of good make and shape. Pleasing head shape, good eye and expression Good neck and shoulders, good body easily spannable, racy quarters. Presented in good coat and pelt. Moved well.
Folkestone, Hythe & DCS Open Show
3rd Mar 2024
Judge: Mrs J Lilley (Kensing)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Chichester & DCS Open Show
17th Mar 2024
Judge: Sharon Pinkerton (Bareve)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Post Graduate /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
West of England Ladies Kennel Society
26th Apr 2024
Judge: Mandy Holmes (Bimandi)
Many Thanks to WELKS for asking me to judge at their show, it was an honour, also thank you so much to everyone that entered under me, I had some great dogs to go over. Congratulation to all my winners. Thanks also go to my very competent stewards for keeping my ring running smoothly.
All the males were entire. Apart from 3 level bites all mouths were correct and teeth of good size. Temperaments were all sound except one or two that really didn’t like being in the noisy hall and were a little bit subdued. It’s hard to judge true movement on a slippery concrete floor and in some classes the placings could have changed if we had been outside on grass.
Yearling - Bitch /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Class Critique
Another quality class where they could easily change places on another day
Gravesend and Medway Towns Canine Society Open Show
12th May 2024
Judge: Debbie Willett (Debeaux)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Bath Canine Society
26th May 2024
Judge: Mr Ian Higham (Comberdown)
I would like to thank Mr. Lee Cox and the officers and committee of Bath Canine Society for making my wife and I feel so welcome at their show. Also my two amazingly competent stewards Mark and Joyce who were just brilliant at their job.
I found nothing obviously untoward or concerning, apart from, surprisingly, a few too heavy ones, which cost placings. We need to remember functionality.
In general, overall, this was an entry of terrific in-depth quality. What an absolute privilege it was to go over them. Thank you all so much!
Yearling - Bitch /
Reserve
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Southern Counties Canine Association
1st Jun 2024
Judge: Dr Ian Gabriel (Gabybryl)
This was my first-time awarding Challenge Certificates in Border Terriers and many thanks to those that entered under a non-breed specialist, and well done for braving what was a bitter wind. If this was a representative entry, then I am heartened by the general health and condition of the breed. Good coats, good pelts and super large dentition were the majority. There are some nice youngsters in the lower classes. Just two points as a non-specialist if I might be permitted, firstly the standard calls for a small ear and I found quite a few otherwise nice exhibits with large houndy ears which did somewhat detract from the overall expression. Secondly several dogs broke quite markedly at the front pastern which spoilt the overall impression on the move, these points need watching.
Yearling - Bitch /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Eastbourne & DCS Open Show
23rd Jun 2024
Judge: Vera Harcourt-Morris (Lenacourt)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
The Southern Border Terrier Club Championship Show
29th Jun 2024
Judge: Mrs Margaret Sneddon (Kersfell)
I would like to thank the Committee for offering me this appointment, I was honoured to be given this opportunity. Thank you also to my stewards for all their hard work keeping the show running as smoothly as possible, for which I was very grateful. There were some lovely dogs present but front movement and lack of correct length and angulation of the upper arm continues to be a problem in some exhibits as well as size and correct coat . We should not forget the first line in the breed standard “essentially a working terrier”.
Post Graduate - Bitch /
Reserve
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Windsor Championship Dog Show
29th Jun 2024
Judge: Mrs Sandra Girling (Benattivo)
Thank you to the officers and committee of Windsor Championship Dog Show for the invitation to judge at this level for the first time at such a prestigious show. I must also thank my two very experienced stewards Bill & Trish Gray who were a great support to me with their calm, friendly and pleasant manner. I would also like to express my sincere thanks to all the exhibitors who entered their border terriers under me and accepted my decisions in a sporting manner.
The weather became very hot as the day progressed with some dogs flagging a little on the move. Fortunately we had some shade via the marquee, the grass had got quite dried out and I felt a few exhibits didn’t move as well as others on it but generally movement was better than I have observed in the past. I must also mention how disappointed I was to find so many exhibits with dirty teeth, cleaning them should be part of a dog’s care and grooming routine.
I was so delighted with my top winning border terriers that I felt had exceptional breed quality and were presented and shown to best advantage.
Many quality exhibits were in some classes down the line or unplaced due to the depth of quality present and on another day may change places.
Post Graduate - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Tunbridge Wells & District Canine Society Open Show
27th Jul 2024
Judge: Mr Matt Smith (Alncroft)
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Bournemouth CS Open Show
9th Aug 2024
Judge: Nicola Foster (Thozow)
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
One I have admired from ringside but was a little unsettled today. She has keen feminine expression, dark eye, neat well placed ears, and a well filled muzzle, with a slight stop. She stands on neat tight feet, has a straight front, pleasing body ratios, and strong loin. Tail set high. Moved with reach and drive.
Wealdstone & Northolt Canine Society Open Show
9th Aug 2024
Judge: Sarah Richardson
My thanks for the committee for their kind invitation to judge at this combined Premier Open Show with Bournemouth Canine Association Premier Open Show. My thanks also to the exhibitors for their entry.
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
2year old Grizzle female. Pretty feminine head, straight front. Good for size and shape. Moved well, in good jacket
Bournemouth Championship Show
12th Aug 2024
Judge: Mrs Wendy Mooney (Chesterton)
Thank you to my stewards, Hayley and Malcolm and to all the exhibitors who endured the heat and accepted my decisions sportingly, on what must have been one of the hottest days of the year. Overall the quality of the entry was good with some lovely dogs. Mouths, tails and size were generally good. Coats varied (as they always do) in both quality and the stage of growth. There were a number of pelts that could have been thicker and loose which was disappointing as this is mentioned in the standard and important from a working point of view. I was surprised and disappointed to see evidence of scissorwork on some coats and grooming was not always done to the dog’s best advantage – this does not affect the ability to work but this is a dog show and presentation therefore does count to a degree when placing the dogs. Compared to the last time I judged, I felt that size had improved and in most cases the dogs today were closer to the standard.
Graduate - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
Neat grizzle and tan in good coat. Typical head and expression with neat ears and a nice length of neck. Good size although looks big, was spannable and had a nice length of body. Moved well.
Kent County Canine Asociation Open Show
18th Aug 2024
Judge: Sarah Richardson (Talyot)
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
2year old Grizzle female. Feminine head, straight front. Good for size and shape. Preferred overall proportions of 1st
South West Essex CA Open Show
26th Aug 2024
Judge: Irene Glen (Wilholme/Bessalone)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
City of Birmingham Championship Show
31st Aug 2024
Judge: Mrs Clare Sansom (Tarkaswell)
I would like to thank the officers and committee of the City of Birmingham Canine Association Championship Dog Show for the invitation to judge at this level for the first time.
With storm Lillian resulting in the abandonment of Driffield, the JBTC were also able to hold their show in an adjacent ring. Hall 3 at the Royal Kennel Club building was light, spacious and an ideal venue. A certain amount of flexibility was required when classes clashed, and I am very grateful to my experienced stewards Chris Woolner and Caroline Wise for their hard work. They were calm, efficient and kept the ring running smoothly. With their help we finished in time to ensure that all those who had won major awards could get to their groups.
My sincere thanks to all the exhibitors for giving me such a quality entry and accepting my decisions in a sporting manner. We had very few absentees and I often had difficult decisions to make. In several classes, I would have liked some additional prize cards to award.
Coats did have an influence on the results, with those presented at their best, in a harsh, dense double jacket with thick pelt, being rewarded. A few exhibits would have benefitted from having their feet tidied to have achieved a neater picture. I found two kinked tails, two with incorrect dentition and all male dogs were entire.
I was delighted with my principal winners, who all fulfilled my interpretation of the breed standard on the day. It was a privilege to judge such an entry, and the lovely atmosphere, with applause and cheers for the winners, made it extra special.
I thoroughly enjoyed my day.
Graduate - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Class Critique
A large, quality class, where unfortunately some deserving borders left unrewarded. I would definitely have liked some additional prize cards.
Richmond Championship Show
7th Sep 2024
Judge: Mr Bob Blackley (Vaevictus)
Graduate - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
The Southern Border Terrier Club Open Show
15th Sep 2024
Judge: Mrs Sue Baxter (Mysulan/Sulan)
I must start by thanking the committee for the invitation to judge at this lovely venue. The weather was kind to us and judging was able to take place outside , a fact I know so many exhibitors enjoy. My thanks also must go to my stewards , Rachel and Rhianne Mitchell , they certainly kept things running smoothly and were a big help keeping me on track ! Thanks ladies!
As usual , my gratitude to all who gave me entries and were able to turn up on the day , all very much appreciated .
I was presented with an array of lovely specimens and some classes made for some tough decisions .Several times I wished there were more red cards to award. The standard , I found, was very good and there was quality in depth in most classes. All males were intact , I found no kinked tails and most mouths were acceptable , coats , as usual , were in differing stages of growth and texture . All were spannable.
Graduate - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Great Yarmouth Gorleston & District Canine Society Premier Open Show
28th Sep 2024
Judge: Mrs M Fleming (Flegato)
Thank you to the Committee for inviting me to judge at this very well run and friendly show. My ring stewards Michael and Rebecca were very efficient and helpful and organised the ring in the best way – thank you. And finally, thank you to all the exhibitors who entered and who were able to come and bring their dogs – it was a privilege for me to go over them.
Open /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Beckenham & DCS Open Show
6th Oct 2024
Judge: Mr Anthony Hadley
Open /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Gravesend and Medway Towns Canine Society Open Show
20th Oct 2024
Judge: Ms Cara Davani (Kebulak)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Midland Counties Canine Society
25th Oct 2024
Judge: Professor A S Milton (Baillieswells)
Open - Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
London and Home Counties Terrier Club Open Show
24th Nov 2024
Judge: Siân McKay (Redesholt)
I would like to thank the London and Home Counties Terrier Club for affording me the opportunity to judge at this year’s Premier Open Show, and to my very capable steward Sharon, who kept things moving in the ring.
Regarding the exhibits: I had some lovely examples that exemplified what I look for in a Border Terrier. The stamp of the breed the head- its proportions such, that it is capable of doing its job underground, and a body constructed to deal with the terrain and weather of Northumberland; so, in good fit hard working condition.
I did not find any suspect mouths and no kinked tails.
Best Bitch
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Open - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Onziemehurst Milly Earhart JW
Placing Critique
This bitch flew into the ring, moving effortlessly with fluid reach and drive. A good example of a typical feminine Border ready for work, presented in fit hard condition. Feminine head, good reach of neck, and stands lightly on cat like feet and was excellent for bone. Excellent racy hindquarters the angles of which, mirrored her fore. Exhibited in thick harsh dense coat with loose thick pelt. Pleased to award her Best Bitch in Breed.
