Show Placings
Yorkshire, Lancashire & Cheshire Border Terrier Club Open Show
4th May 2024
Judge: Mr Ken Fraser (Ycart)
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Blue and tan keen expression correct dentition good for neck,shoulders and front assembly,narrow bodied with ribs carried well back,spannable with level topline whilst stood,good jacket and pelt,moved ok coming and going.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
see minor puppy dog for critique.
Novice - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
see minor puppy dog for critique.
National Dog Show
12th May 2024
Judge: Mr Patrick Glover (USA)
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Novice - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
The Midland Border Terrier Club Championship Show
12th May 2024
Judge: Mrs Laura Illingworth (Thorneyhurst)
Firstly thanks to the Midland Border Terrier Club for inviting me to judge their show, and to all the exhibitors for the massive entry which would of been hard to get through without the help of my two stewards Sharon Pickering and Margaret Bailey who did there best to make sure no exhibitors missed there classes
The quality of the exhibits was exceptional, Most dogs were in fit hard condition and presented well, the old saying many good dogs went without a card was only too true, We were blessed with good weather and a nice sized ring.
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Novice - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Scottish Kennel Club (May)
16th May 2024
Judge: Miss Rebecca Barber (Alcumlow)
Thank you to SKC for inviting me to judge at their show, I thoroughly enjoyed my day. I was very pleased with my entry, thank you to all the exhibitors who value my opinion enough to enter their dogs under me. There were some very strong classes and some very pleasing youngsters. I was very pleased with my principle winners and I was delighted to see my BOB get shortlisted in a strong group and my BPIB get TPG3 in the puppy group. It was also an honour to make up two new well deserving champions, making it three new champions in one day over the two shows, which I believe is a new breed record.
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
6mth old blue and tan puppy, another pleasing puppy, different type to 1. Lovely dog to go over, narrow, flexible and well ribbed back. Well angulated front and rear, level topline and good tailset with a short carroty tail. Moved out well with an easy stride.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Class Critique
A strong class of very promising puppies.
Scottish Kennel Club (Ocober)
16th May 2024
Judge: Mr. Stewart Golding (Beaconpike)
Sorry for delay in critiques, work commitments had to take priority. Thank you to the committee for inviting me to judge the October show which was brought forward in conjunction with the May show. Thank you to my two stewards for keeping the ring running smoothly, which wasn’t easy with two shows running side by side. Thank you to the Exhibitors for a lovely entry and accepting my decisions in a sportsmanlike manner. I had some difficult decisions especially in the bitch classes where I just didn’t have enough cards to hand out. Coats from last time I judged had improved and it was a pleasure to see so many in correct double coat of depth. On the whole movement was good. I did find a couple of incorrect bites and one kinked tail
Minor Puppy - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
What a very smart blue and tan puppy, shown in the best of coats, nice strong head with strong muzzle and correct bite, keen dark eye, good reach of neck flowing into well set narrow shoulders, narrow front, good length of rib, strong loin, nice hindquarters, he moved out well.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
1st in MPD
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.
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Another who really impressed me. Many of the attribute of 1 also apply to Innocent Man although he is not as mature and needs a fraction more time. Quality otter head and lovely strength to muzzle. Good neck. Decent front. Nice bone and feet. Narrow through and well ribbed up. Good hindquarters which are correctly angulated although he can stand himself a little straight on times. Good pelt. Moved well.
Class Critique
This was a lovely class and the depth of quality augers well.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Second in Minor Puppy
Ripon & DCS Open Show
2nd Jun 2024
Judge: Mr David Craig
Puppy /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Ashfield CS Open Show
9th Jun 2024
Judge: Paul Brandwood (Woodbrands)
Puppy /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
The Royal Cheshire County Premier Open Show
19th Jun 2024
Judge: Mrs Laura Jordan-Smith (Jordith)
Puppy - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Junior - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
7 month old blue and tan male, unlucky to come up against the other two puppies in the previous class. He has a good head with a correct bite and neat ear. Although slightly short on top coat today, his pelt is fabulous. He has a good front, spannable rib and a firm loin which helps him maintain his top line on the move. He has a nice well set on tail and good hind limb angulation. Much more settled and positive with his movement in this second class which secured him his place.
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.
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: SBBTG4, Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Special Beginners - Dog or Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
This handsome blue/tan was a respectable 3rd in a strong MPD class, he’s a little on the leg at this stage but is of a very good type. I liked his quality head which had a strong short muzzle and good dentition. He has a nice length of neck and very good top and underline with good tail carriage and moved well. He was awarded my Best Special Beginners and later went on to be placed 4th in Terrier Special Beginners Group.
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”.
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
8 months blue and tan, head developing along the right lines. Narrow body with good length, level topline, well set short tail; very good coat and pelt. Nice, free striding movement.
The East Anglia Border Terrier Club Championship Show
5th Jul 2024
Judge: Miss Anita Harrison (Iacheslei)
Many thanks to the committee for the invitation to judge. Everyone worked hard throughout the day to ensure it ran smoothly. There were a few clashes with the main Boston Championship show but these were well managed. Thanks also to the competitors for accepting my decisions in a sporting manner and creating a wonderful atmosphere around the ring.
There was a super entry of 172 dogs making 217 entries which I found both exciting and daunting, having had a total knee replacement operation just weeks before!
Overall, I found the standard of exhibits was good. Coats were a mixture ranging from pure undercoat to absolute perfection. The majority of exhibits were spannable. All dogs were entire. I found just one undershot mouth. I forgave loose movement in some of the younger dogs which will hopefully tighten as they mature, but adults moving wide or close had to be penalised. Several lacked bone and substance, being on the leg as well as short coupled making the outline somewhat squarer than I was looking for. Handling was generally good, with one very professional young handler who really impressed me with her skills. My main winners were presented in stunning condition, and I had some difficult decisions to make in the higher classes, wishing I could award more than just one Challenge Certificate.
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Blue and tan, with masculine head, good rib, topline and tail set, on the leg, racy, moved well.
Special Beginners - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
2nd PD
The Northern Border Terrier Club Championship Show
13th Jul 2024
Judge: Mr. Mark Ord (Marnadee)
Having attended & a long association with this breed club I was very honoured when I received the invitation to judge this show. It is pleasing that the club has such a wealth of supporters who do such sterling work and put on shows that make you want to return to. Walking into this venue today brought back many memories of the past and I am sure the pioneers of the club would be thrilled to see how it has prospered from humble beginnings. The Border Terrier continues to hold its own compared to many of today’s terrier breeds both as a companion and show dog. Breed standards were compiled by looking at the dogs of the time and their working capabilities fitting this purpose, this should still be adhered to now despite hunting no longer being allowed. This being said dogs should be presented for the show ring to the best of an owner’s capabilities, in hard muscular condition and coat presented clean and fit for the purpose of working in rough terrain.
I today found mouths to be good in the majority and I like to see large dentition along with a correct scissor bite. Several had eyes that needed attention in the way of cleaning before coming into the show ring. We still are seeing the incorrect flipping front action due to short upper arms and if not addressed this will become the norm. After my last appointment, I was pleased to only see a small minority where scissoring had been used on the coats which should not be the case. I did find today several coats that I would class as broken rather than the desirable tight harsh top weatherproof coat with undercoat for warmth. On a positive note, the bitches were easy to span and only a minority of males could not be. Pelts were pretty good being both thick & loose.
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
bl/t of pleasing size, enough bone but not heavy, was more settled in this second class & therefore moved with more precision, like his dark keen eyes & well set ears on a pleasing skull shape, nice short but strong muzzle with good dentition, straight front when stands himself, neat feet, well shaped rib & correct in length of loin, just needs to tighten more in his rear, tail well set but would like a better shape.
York Canine Association Open Show
21st Jul 2024
Judge: Wendell Moore (Cloudside)
Puppy /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Post Graduate /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
The Midland Border Terrier Club 40th Anniversary Championship Show
4th Aug 2024
Judge: Mrs Jill Stevens (Cobstoneway)
I would like to thank the officers and committee of the club for inviting me to judge this 40th Anniversary show, and for the hospitality on the day. Thank you also to the hardworking stewards, it was a long and very busy day. Most of all, thank you to the exhibitors for giving me such a fabulous entry. I appreciated each and every exhibit, and had the privilege of going over so many quality dogs that difficult decisions had to be made and many lovely dogs went cardless. Foremost, I see the Border Terrier as ‘essentially a working terrier’ and was therefore looking for construction that would render this possible. A few exhibits were too big, too wide or too deep in brisket which might prevent them from going to ground, or even cause them to get stuck. A few had very thin skin – skin must be thick. Most bites were good, just a few with teeth out of line or missing. Coats come and go, so were understandably at different stages. However, on a working terrier a good hard coat does complete the picture. Good movement and a strong, even, economical gait comes from soundness of construction and the muscle tone of a well exercised dog. Therefore I looked for good layback of shoulder and the correct length and angle of upper arm to give a good reach in front, a strong loin, good bend of stifle and well angulated, well muscled hindquarters to give matching drive from the rear.
Puppy - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Junior - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Younger and less mature dog, this blue and tan boy had a lovely thick double coat and pelt, a nice short carrot shaped tail, and is narrow throughout with good angulation front and rear and moved well. His muzzle was just a little weaker than first but his head is still developing.
Special Challenge - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
See second in Junior Dog.
Otley CS Open Show
6th Aug 2024
Judge: Jill Peak (Bayard)
Puppy /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Cartmel Agricultural Society Open Show
7th Aug 2024
Judge: Pam Cox (Cushatlaw)
Best Puppy
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Well presented blue grizzle boy. Good moderately broad head, well placed ears with dark eye and keen expression. Short strong muzzle, nice dark pigmentation. Good lay of shoulder giving clean neck of moderate length. Correct body proportions with good length to back. Easily spannable, dense harsh coat with plenty of pelt. Moved out briskly. Pleased to see him go Terrier Puppy Group 1
Junior /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Welsh Kennel Club Championship Show
16th Aug 2024
Judge: Mr Stuart Plane
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Puppy - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Open - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Special Beginners - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
A B/T of very good type, presented in super coat and condition, sadly over qualified for an earlier class, he has much to like with a quality head and true front and such an easy mover
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.
Special Beginners in Breed
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Special Beginners - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
This 10 month old blue and tan puppy had a dark eye with keen expression, neat ears, and a short, strong muzzle with large teeth. He was narrow throughout, with his ribs carried well back, a strong topline and well set tail. He was presented in a harsh coat with thick pelt. He moved out positively. BSB
Puppy - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Richmond Championship Show
7th Sep 2024
Judge: Mr Bob Blackley (Vaevictus)
Puppy - Dog /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Special Beginners - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Wolsingham & Wear Valley Agricultural Society Open Show
8th Sep 2024
Judge: Mrs Norma Ellis (Normbar)
Puppy /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Junior /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Nice type. Masculin head and correct ears. Strong neck, correct depth, moved well carrying tail. Nice coat texture.
Darlington Championship Show
13th Sep 2024
Judge: Mrs L Roberts
Puppy - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Junior - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
The Northern Border Terrier Club Open Show
12th Oct 2024
Judge: Mrs. V. Mann (Valger)
I would like to thank The Committee for their invitation to judge their Open Show. I thoroughly enjoyed my day. Thank you to my very efficient Stewards Mark & Julie for keeping everything on track & The Club for their hospitality & splendid gift.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Another very nice 11mth old blue & tan puppy who was close up to the winner with a very happy disposition. Very nice head with width of skull & neat ears. Good length of neck leads to well angulated front quarters with balanced angulation behind. Narrow all through he stands on straight legs & neat feet. His blue & tan coat is of very good texture, he has a thick loose pelt & is easily spanned. Short carrot tail is well set on level topline. Good length of rib. Moved well.
Junior - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
Placing Critique
Repeat of Puppy dog with another very nice Blue & Tan youngster in 3rd place.
Special Beginners - Dog or Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man
The Border Terrier Club Open Show
19th Oct 2024
Judge: Mrs Margaret Armstrong (Carrickfarm)
Thank you to The Border Terrier Club for inviting me to judge The Open Show at Low Hesket, one of my favourite shows and venues. As always hospitality was superb and a lovely enjoyable lunch.
Thank you to Judy and Andrea my two excellent stewards who kept proceedings running smoothly and on time and thank you to all exhibitors.
I had a lovely entry and some lovely dogs to judge. A very enjoyable day.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Placing Critique
Blue and tan of nice type with a good head,dark eye and well set ears. Short strong muzzle and good dentition.Straight front and narrow throughout with good angulation.Coat of good texture.Not moving well today
Special Beginners - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Placing Critique
2nd in PD
Northern Counties Sporting Terrier Association Group Open Show
20th Oct 2024
Judge: Mrs Sue Spafford (Dassett)
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Placing Critique
A nice blue & tan puppy, mature for age, good head & neat ears. Good length of neck, straight top line, tail well set. Loose pelt and harsh thick coat. Moved well, would have preferred to see him on a more relaxed lead. Lots to like, just preferred size of 1.
Selby Canine Society Open Show
26th Oct 2024
Judge: Mrs Val Mason (Valicetarn)
I would like to express my gratitude to the Selby C A committee for the invitation to judge and for their warm welcome to their well run show.
I felt incredibly spoiled to have the opportunity to go over some quality dogs.
Thank you also to my able stewards and to all exhibitors.
Puppy - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Placing Critique
A very handsome 11 mth b/t boy with a lovely broad, masculine skull, still developing. Nice dark eye, big strong teeth and jaw.
Good body lines, top & underline. Narrow throughout with racy hindquarters and balanced angulation fore & aft.
Excellent shoulders. Standing on tight, neat feet. Lovely textured jacket covering a thick, pliable pelt. Easily spannable.
Was a little unsettled on the move but held his topline.
Lots to like.
Junior - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Placing Critique
See 1st PD
The Scottish Border Terrier Club Championship Show
9th Nov 2024
Judge: Mr A Horner (Stineval)
I would like to thank SCBTC and committee for the privilege of judging this years Championship show and thank my very capable steward Euan Castell for keeping the ring flowing and the exhibitors for their lovely entry. There were some really nice dogs for me to go over. But I must say that looking at them in general heads are starting to stray away from that of the border terrier, the other thing that I think needs addressing is the general cleanliness of their exhibits. I found three suspect mouths and two kinked tails . thank you one and all for an enjoyable day,
Junior - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Yearling - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Special Beginners - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Placing Critique
bl/t of good size, enough bone but not heavy, like his dark keen eyes & well set ears on a pleasing skull shape, nice short but strong muzzle with good dentition, straight front , neat feet, well shaped rib & correct in length of loin, just needs to tighten more in his rear,
Graduate /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
The Sporting Terrier Association of Yorkshire Open Show
10th Nov 2024
Judge: Mrs Katrina Golding (Beaconpike)
Thank you to the club for inviting me to judge at your premier open show, and to my professional stewards, I had a lovely day and was greeted with a warm welcome.
Junior /
Second Place
Name at show: Kewhaigh Innocent Man JW
Placing Critique
another quality blue & tan of nice size with stunning head, in the best of coats, he is an eye-catching dog with lots to like, but sadly he just would not settle on the move today.
