Show Placings
Richmond Championship Show
5th Sep 2012
Judge: Miss Diane Swales (Grabbist)
My thanks to Richmond Dog Show Society for the opportunity to judge at this prestigious show, where I awarded CCs for the first time many years ago. Thank you to my two excellent stewards who kept the ring running so smoothly. In general, mouths were good and there was only one kinked tail. I was disappointed to find how many Borders have been bred with thin, tight pelts & there were too many upright shoulders resulting in stilted movement. I was really pleased to find that more dogs were shown free standing & on a loose lead.
Yearling - Bitch /
Reserve
Name at show: Mongrubah Bramble Ruby
Crufts
10th Mar 2024
Judge: Mrs Lesley Gosling (Akinside)
A tremendous entry of 275 Borders ( 25 absentees on the day)to enjoy handling, judging and placing. I must extend my appreciation to my two valiant stewards for their patience and skill in keeping classes moving. Thank you all.
I do believe our breed is changing, but in subtle ways. The lack of opportunities for true terrier work below ground for some Borders has been replaced by agility and other energetic pursuits, but lack of hard muscle tone has produced a ‘softer’ body on some exhibits. Some feet are slacker, pads are more spread and thinner and some fronts are wide. Movement is not always positive and a ‘driving’ action is lacking. Size is fluctuating too. We have a ‘working’ breed - let’s ensure that features defining the breed are not lost, i.e. ‘spannability’; a hard, harsh top coat and soft protective undercoat (not enough of those today); a dark, expressive eye, a broad skull and strong quarters – ‘the engine is at the back!’. Heads generally were good, but some bitch heads veered towards coarseness.
One thing not lost is the Border’s kind temperament – curious, interested and ready for anything.
Best Veteran
Name at show: Mongrubah Bramble Ruby AWD
Veteran - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Mongrubah Bramble Ruby AWD
Placing Critique
Fit, a good size, in a super jacket with a profuse coat. Neat feet and she moved out with purpose. Delighted to award her first place and BV. (Apparently, this 13 ½ yr old does regular agility).
Good Citizen - Bitch /
Second Place
Name at show: Mongrubah Bramble Ruby AWD
Placing Critique
(1st VB)
The Midland Border Terrier Club Open Show
2nd Feb 2025
Judge: Mrs Laura Jordan-Smith (Jordith)
It is both an honour and a privilege to have been invited by the Midland Border Terrier Club committee to judge this open breed club show—my first at this level. I sincerely thank all the exhibitors who entered and took the time to attend at this lovely new venue. My gratitude also goes to my stewards, Peter and Martin, whose efficiency and support ensured the smooth running of the ring; their help was much appreciated.
Overall, most exhibits were in good condition, though a few were carrying excess weight or were simply too large to span. I observed only one kinked tail and two level bites. Given the time of year, it is unsurprising to find coats at various stages of growth, as exhibitors prepare for Crufts and the start of the new show season.
Veteran - Dog or Bitch /
Third Place
Name at show: Mongrubah Bramble Ruby AWD
Placing Critique
Special mention must go to this 14.5 yr old grizzle bitch, another who belies her age with her sound and positive movement. Just unlucky to come up against the first two day.
Crufts
6th Mar 2025
Judge: Mr David Hunt (Ottaswell)
Veteran - Bitch /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Mongrubah Bramble Ruby AWD
