Show Placings
Christchurch & New Forest CS Open Show
19th May 2019
Judge: Miss Judith Haydon
Thank you so much to the Committee for asking me to judge the Border Terrier & Norfolk Terrier Classes at their Open Show. Thank you also to my three ring stewards, all of whom worked most efficiently between their various commitments to keep our ring running smoothly and keeping me in order!! And of course, many thanks to the exhibitors for entering and allowing me to judge their dogs, all of whom, and without exception, were a credit to their owners.
Best Puppy
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Junior /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
A grizzle dog with a lovely head and reach of neck into a correct shoulder and through to a level top-line and correct tail set. This dog was in super coat, pleased on the move and is again a super prospect for the future.
Bath Championship Show
27th May 2019
Judge: Miss Felicity Freer (Felfree)
Many thanks to the Officers and Committee for my invitation to judge this superb breed. The weather was not on our side to start but it warmed up and made for a superb day. I have owned or shown this breed for over 20 years and found a real mixed bag today. I found the youngsters to be really pleasing which is promising for the breed. Many thanks to all the exhibitors for taking the time to show under me.
Minor Puppy - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Grizzle dog, eight and a half months old. Nice size and moved well. Shown in harsh, thick coat.Easily spanned, tight feet. Tail set and carried
The Southern Counties Canine Assocation
1st Jun 2019
Judge: Miss J Singh (Vandamere)
I was a delighted to receive the invitation to judge at this friendly and well run show The weather was glorious and there was a nice atmosphere around the ring.
I thoroughly enjoyed my day as I had some quality dogs to go over and this was reflected on the impressive results in the Group placings . I was thrilled to learn that the Best of Breed was awarded Terrier Group 1, my bitch CC winner was awarded Terrier Junior Group 2, the puppy gained Puppy Terrier Group 3 and the veteran was awarded Veteran Terrier Group 3. Is this a new record for group placings at one show for the breed?
The day was kept running smoothly by my two stewards Alan McKenzie and Sue Hann,
I was concerned about the number of exhibits with misplaced teeth. In total I found five exhibits each with a misplaced tooth, also two kinked tails and one exhibit with one testicle. Some exhibits were lacking in muscle tone and condition.
Minor Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
He has nice racy lines with a good topline, sporting a good harsh coat. He showed well, however I preferred the shorter muzzle and movement of my winner.
Poole CC Open Show
16th Jun 2019
Judge: Libby Tanton-Joy (Itsaso)
Thank you to the committee for my first judging appointment in Border Terriers, also to the exhibitors for entering.
Post Graduate /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
9 month old grizzle dog. A puppy compared to the winner so lacking a bit of maturity. Shown in good coat and pelt. Has a good shoulder and front. Fab rib into a good loin. Moved well holding his topline throughout. Good in head with the correct bite. Lost out on maturity of 1st. For best puppy I preferred the balance and overall showmanship of his litter sister.
Windsor Championship Show
27th Jun 2019
Judge: Mrs Jena Tuck (Nettleby)
My thanks to the Society for inviting me, to my two very able stewards who kept everything moving smoothly, and to the exhibitors for giving me the privilege of going over their dogs. I was delighted by my winners, and by the overall quality of the entry.
Puppy - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
A good headed puppy, with a straight front, with a good coat, topline and tailset OK.
Yeovil & District Canine Society Premier Open Show
13th Jul 2019
Judge: Tracey Anscombe (Orangebox)
Thank you to the committee of this fantastic, friendly and well organised show for the appointment to judge originally the Border Terriers, but due to the group judge Colin Richardson falling fowl to a dodgy Chinese I was extremely honoured to be able to cover his breed classes with Darwin Martin completing the AV and Group. I wish Colin a speedy recovery. Thank you to the exhibitors for bringing their dogs.
Junior /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Class Critique
This was a top quality class. A pleasure to judge.
Dorset County CS Open Show
28th Jul 2019
Judge: Mr Kevin Holmes
Reserve Best Puppy
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Post Graduate /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Paignton Championship Show
3rd Aug 2019
Judge: Mr. Mark Ord (Marnadee)
Thank you all who entered today some classes more difficult than others & some that could change places on a different day. For me it is all about judging the dog on the day and how it performs. I am sad to say I found many of the males difficult to span, I was not impressed with a lot of the heads, the standard is specific on what it requires. Tails I found better than previously. A lot of dogs I thought good on the stack fell apart in front movement. Bitches for me had more depth of quality and more uniform in size, happy to say I could span most of them. I have been criticised before as have others for using the term racy when the breed standard only uses the term with regard to quarters but I also interpret the statement “able to follow a horse” to mean a dog needs to be racy. Nothing heavy & broad will be capable of this task. Vital to remember what the breed was bred to do. Borders had the biggest entry in Terriers today by a long shot & I thank you all for giving me the privilege to handle your dogs.
I was delighted with my top winners today, I was informed my doc C.C, res C.C. & best puppy dog were all related. My bitch C.C. I did well as a puppy at an open show and is the daughter of the bitch I gave the C.C. last time i judged the breed.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
not the head of 1, scores highly in body, loose pelt & in excellent double coat, small neat feet, has a good front & corresponding quarters, moved steady but a little loose at this early stage.
Bournemouth Championship Show
10th Aug 2019
Judge: Mr Alan Small
It was a bit blustery to say the least down at Pikes Farm, with high winds throughout the day. A good crowd round the ring and a pleasant atmosphere prevailed. It was nice to see so many old friends.
Thanks to Officers & Committee of Bournemouth C.A. For the invite, to my Stewards for looking after the Ring & to the exhibitors for such a lovely entry. I enjoyed your Border Terries, thanks for coming.
Best Puppy
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Junior - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
grizzle youngster of nice size & balance, pleasing otter head & expression with dark eye & correct bite, nice front & shoulders, good feet, pleasing spanable body of nice depth, nice bend of stifle, in good double coat with thick pelt, well pigmented. Went well to Best Puppy.
Salisbury & South Wilts CS Open Show
25th Aug 2019
Judge: Hilary Fulker
Post Graduate /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Attractive 11 month old grizzle dog. Good head and top line. Good coat and pelt. Moved well when settled. Showed well but preferred his litter sister for best puppy.
Richmond Championship Show
7th Sep 2019
Judge: Mr John Bainbridge (Risdene)
In this day of mentoring I make no apologies for restating the main criteria I apply in my judging. The standard states that the border terrier is essentially a working terrier and it should be able to follow a horse. Therefore I require a dog deep in chest but well ribbed back providing ample heart and lung room which will enable it to travel and be present when and if required to flush the quarry, narrow throughout and spannable to enable it to go to ground, head like that of a otter with strong muzzle and big teeth to help protect from any attack of the quarry, harsh double coat and thick skin as protection from the elements whilst underground or on the moors, good temperament to mix with the hounds and able to be handled as necessary.
I felt that most of my winners met this criteria and my report concentrates on the dogs distinguishing points that resulted in its placing. However no dog is perfect and that is where the judgement comes in and remember opinions from the ring side do not always hold up on closer inspection.
Puppy - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Preferred the head of this one but did not move as well.
Thame & Oxfordshire County Canine Society Open Show
18th Sep 2019
Judge: Sue Thomson (Ashgate)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Limit /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
I personally was more impressed with this boy to his brother [ should be sister] who was in the previous class., masculine head and expression, firm topline, good tail set, clean well laid shoulder, ample depth of brisket, well angulated bend of stifle, covered the ground with ease, jacket of good texture. B.o.B.
Boston & DCS Championship Show
12th Jan 2020
Judge: Mrs P. Clark (Gameway)
This was my last judging appointment so thank you to all who entered under me today. I thoroughly enjoyed going over some very nice dogs. I would also like to thank my stewards Linda and Natalie who kept the ring running smoothly.
I was very happy to see my BOB take Group 4 and my BP Puppy Group 2.
Best Of Breed
Name at show: TG4, Barkanellie Blackadder
DCC
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Junior - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Lovely 16 month old who stood out and caught my eye immediately. Super head short strong muzzle good eye with correct expression. Beautifully turned out with good double coat. Thick carrot tail well set on from good topline which he carried all the time with very true movement he never stopped showing. Pleased to award him his 1st CC and BOB and delighted to see him take Group 4 today.
Crufts
8th Mar 2020
Judge: Mr Simon Jackson (Clipstone)
Firstly, I would like to thank the Kennel Club for allowing me the honour of judging this Border Terrier Centenary year. I also thank my excellent stewards for keeping me on track and to everybody who gave me such a fantastic entry, both in numbers and quality across all classes. To be blunt, I don't think I have ever seen and enjoyed such a very high quality entry before. Unfortunately many good exhibits went home unrewarded. Several classes the placed exhibits could have all stood in first place. I really was splitting hairs. I can honestly say that I really enjoyed myself and hope everybody else did too. I'd also like to thank Joyce Martin and my son, Laurence Jackson, for the excellent photographs which has made the writing of this critique so much easier. I understand Laurence also live-streamed the CC's and BOB – technology far above me – but thanks!
Junior - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
A very smart, well shown youngster with excellent ground covering movement. Super thick pelt and yard coat. Fantastic head and expression. Lovely front, good ribs, strong loin and quarters.
Class Critique
A very, very close class. Quality throughout. A very hard but enjoyable class to judge.
Southern Counties Canine Association
27th Jun 2021
Judge: Mr Kevin Green (Terabyte)
I would like to thank all the Officers and Committee of the Southern Counties Canine Association for inviting me to judge their show for Border Terriers. It was my first judging appointment for a CH Show and I was very pleased with my entry also I would like to thank all the exhibitors who entered and for allowing me to go over their dogs. They all showed and behaved very well. Last but not least I would like to thank my steward who did an excellent job keeping everything flowing very well.
Limit - Dog /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Paignton Championship Show
7th Aug 2021
Judge: Mr B Aubrey
I only found 1 mouth fault and that was in the bitches, so i won't be mentioning teeth except some could have been cleaner and please watch movement there were some iffy ones here today.
Limit - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Bournemouth Championship Show
16th Aug 2021
Judge: Mr J Horswell
I very much enjoyed tackling this entry and found the breed to be in pretty good shape. Quite a relaxed and friendly atmosphere I thought. I did take coats into account, there were quite a lot who were rather naked on the day and as a result went further down the line that they might otherwise have done – you have to judge what you can see, and a good coat is important in a working terrier.
Limit - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Liked his proportions. Has a masc head with good strength of muzzle. Strong neck. Moderate lay of shoulders. Well ribbed back.Could be slightly firmer in topline. V good rear.
Gillingham & Shaftesbury Agricultural Society Open Showq
18th Aug 2021
Judge: Vanessa Williams (Wegman)
Best Of Breed
Name at show: TG3, Barkanellie Blackadder
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
3 yrs dense coated, masculine grizzle dog, liked his otter head and alert dark eye, has breedy outline complimented by otter shape head, moderate neck, rib carried well back, deep chest, good hand span, has straight front legs and the desired racy hind, body is firm and well balanced, of nice quality with dark alert eyes, an active free sound mover each way, keen to show. Tail up all the time enjoying the ring. Best of Breed. Pleased to place him Terrier Group 3 in competitive company.
Boston & District Canine Society Championship Show
9th Jan 2022
Judge: Professor A S Milton (Baillieswells)
DCC
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Crufts
11th Mar 2022
Judge: Mrs. Margaret Curtis (Matamba)
Crufts has always been a memorable experience for me, from sitting ringside to winning top honours in this breed, and to retire from judging with my last appointment being Crufts was a special occasion. Many thanks to all the exhibitors for the entry of 233 dogs making 257 entries with 28 absentees.
It was a long day and with only one steward for almost all of the classes my sincere thanks must go to Robyn Burnett. Plus a special thanks to Judy Carr for stepping in to help Robyn in those last big classes to help us finish just in time to get the BOB to the Group. Also to Joyce Martin the photographer who worked hard throughout the day to get those special pictures, thank you. I enjoyed my day judging but found some of the classes quite challenging.
I was pleased with the lineup and my principal winners, but a little disappointed with what I was finding when the dogs came to the table. The standard reads “Head like that of an otter moderately broad in skull and small ears dropping close to cheek” but some were so untypical of our breed with narrow skulls, weak jaws and small teeth, with ears that were too big and standing away from the cheek.
In every class there were some that just could not be spanned - being too deep in the chest and strong in the rib. Movement was better behind than in front. Finding dogs with a short upper arm, this not only restricts the movement but when standing almost gives a Fox Terrier type front which I was seeing, to start accepting these deviations as acceptable would be a sad day for our breed as we know it.
General condition of the dogs was good, jackets came in all stages mostly acceptable with some good thick pelts. One problem I found today was the baiting of dogs on the table. In some cases it made it hard going for dogs and judge - no need to top and tail and bait all at the same time - personally I just needed the dogs to stand still.
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Standing showing naturally with ease. Typical in head with good expression, a little long in the muzzle but strong jaw. Standing he looked a bit deep, his rib and loin were well placed and easy span right amount of bone and neat feet, harsh jacket.
Joint Border Terrier Clubs' Championship Show
30th Apr 2022
Judge: Miss Elspeth Jackson (Clipstone)
What a great honour it was to be invited to judge the Joint Border Terrier Clubs’ Show in the Border Terrier’s centenary year. Waiting an extra two years did not decrease my excitement for the appointment and my anticipation was richly rewarded with a super entry both in turns of numbers and quality.
My critique must start with several expressions of gratitude to those who made this appointment possible and so enjoyable.
To the Committee for inviting me to judge at such a prestigious event. It was truly an honour, and the memory of the day will be one I shall treasure. Further the hospitality that myself and my family were shown at the show and the dinner following was much appreciated. We all had a great time.
To the show organisers, especially Show Manger Helen Axford, whose organisation and show layout allowed everything to run smoothly even when the weather was a little less than kind to us.
To my capable and efficient Stewards Christine Horner and Sharon Pickering. Having you in the ring with me was both supportive and enjoyable.Thank you to the exhibitors for giving me a lovely entry to judge. I enjoyed judging each and every dog whether in the cards or not. I had some tough decisions to make and in the stronger classes five places was insufficient for the depth of quality. A number of dogs I liked very much went cardless. I loved the line up in both my challenges and was able to find the type I wanted in all classes.
I was glad to find some super coats and pelts. The changeable late April Border weather and biting wind certainly showed us the importance of these. It left us in no doubt that for a Border Terrier working the Border country in the colder winter months and at higher elevations a good coat is a must. I understand that it is not always possible to present your dogs at a show in the perfect jacket but when out of coat, personally I prefer to see a dog neatly stripped back rather than left with a few top coat hairs.
I found three mouths with teeth well out of line and a couple of tails were questionable but overall the quality was excellent.
Limit - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
So much to like about this dog not least of which his super double coat and overall good condition. Pleasing head with broad skull and neat ears. Good overall balance, nice reach of neck, well muscled nicely angulated hind quarters. Super thick carrot tail.
Class Critique
Another class with a tough but pleasant choice for the winner.
The Southern Border Terrier Club Championship Show
4th Jun 2022
Judge: Mr David Hunt (Ottaswell)
My sincere thanks to the officers and committee of the Southern Border Terrier Club for inviting me to judge at this show on such a special occasion as the Queens Platinum Jubilee Celebration day, I am sure the celebration cakes were enjoyed by all. Thanks also to the various stewards who organised the entries on the day and kept the classes running smoothly. Having been show manager of this show for the past 12 years I appreciate the effort that was made by the committee members present on the day. A final thank you to all the exhibitors for giving me the opportunity to assess your dogs.
With showers forecast and cool blustery weather outside it was decided to judge inside using a good sized ring that had good lighting with exhibitors/visitors able to view from 3 sides. I thought the entry was of a high quality, with several entries of both dogs and bitches deserving higher honours. In general the entries were in good condition. All males were entire and I found no kinked tails. Bites were of a good standard with just a few misplaced teeth, although teeth size varied considerably. Several exhibits would benefit from attention to feet to produce the small feet as required. Movement in general was better at the rear than in front. As usual coats were at various stages, with some exceptionally thick pelts to examine.
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Lots to like about this handsome nicely balanced red g. Super head shape with correct bite and strong muzzle having a nice eye placement. Good in shoulder standing on tight feet. Spans well with his good length of rib and muscular condition. Textured double coat, thick pelt and super carrot tail. He is a stylish free mover. Considered further.
Windsor Championship Dog Show
1st Jul 2022
Judge: Mr David G Winsley (Davmar)
I last judged the breed in 2017 so most of the dogs were new to me. I felt that the breed is losing that ‘ otter head’ appearance, fore-faces appearing to be too long. Poor front construction in many was a deciding factor in my placing, our ring didn’t help, but the conditions were the same for everyone.
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
I liked his overall balanced shape, nice masculine head & expression. Good neck & shoulders, nice in front. Good depth of body with a level back, well made hindquarters & correct tailset. Quality coat & moved well both ways.
Minehead & DCS Open Show
27th Jul 2022
Judge: Mrs C E Sansom (Tarkaswell)
I would like to thank the officers and committee of Minehead & District Canine Society for the invitation to judge at their open show, held in conjunction with the Dunster Country Fair. My steward Vicky Prince, was a great help and kept the ring running smoothly. Thank you to the exhibitors for a lovely entry and for accepting my decisions in a sporting manner.
I had some quality borders to go over that were a privilege to judge, and as always, my decisions reflected my interpretation of the breed standard on the day. I was delighted with the winners that came forward for the challenge.
The weather was kind and not too hot, there was a friendly atmosphere and I thoroughly enjoyed my day.
Reserve Best Of Breed
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
This grizzle and tan dog stood out for quality and presence. He had a beautiful otter like head, with a dark eye, small, neat ears and a correct bite. Balanced and moderate, he had a good reach of neck that flowed into a level top line and well set tail. Narrow throughout, he was easily spanned with his ribs carried well back. Correct construction with good angulation, enabled him to move easily with purpose and drive. Well presented, although I would have preferred a little more depth to his jacket today. Pleased to award him RBOB.
Paignton Championship Show
6th Aug 2022
Judge: Mr Graham Pickering (Picer)
It was an honour to be asked to judge at Paignton & District Fanciers Association. My thanks go to the officers and committee for their kind invitation to judge Border Terriers and their excellent hospitality. I had a lovely day at this well organised show and would like to also thank the stewards, Helen & Norma, for keeping me on track and in order. The weather was exceptionally hot and although I do like to judge outside, I am sure exhibitors, and their dogs were grateful for the shade and cool that being inside gave us.
Although I did not have a huge entry, I was fortunate to have some real quality dogs entered and had some very hard decisions to make, however, at the end of judging I was delighted with my winners. On the downside, I did find some mouths that were not as they should be and some dogs who were deep in chest and therefore difficult to span. However, the most disappointing element was the lack of detail that some exhibitors pay to feet. The standard states that feet should be ‘small with thick pads’, however, quite a few exhibits had untidy feet with long nails. Although this seems minor point, long hair around the feet detracts from the overall look of the Border Terrier.
I was disappointed that I could not stay to watch the group, but unfortunately, I had to leave due to other commitments. I was delighted that all my top winners were shortlisted in the group and very pleased that my Special Beginner winner went Group 1 and the Best Puppy winner went Group 3.
Limit - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Bournemouth Open Show
12th Aug 2022
Judge: Darren Pearson (Winoski)
Best Opposite Sex
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Bournemouth Championship Show
13th Aug 2022
Judge: Mr. David Matthews (Tojamatt)
Many thanks to Bournemouth Canine Association for asking me to judge, and also thanks to my two more than able stewards. It was a really hot day topping 35 degrees C, if I had entered I wouldnt have attened so I understand perfectly why we had quite a few absentees, and a outbreak of covid from a previous show, added to this ,many thanks to everyone who entered. I had some really nice examples of the breed to go over, and some hard decisions. The tent provided us with some much needed shade, and the dogs behaved very well and coped with the heat admirably. I had a couple of dogs not move as well as I know they can so gave them another opportunity to move again, and they put in a much better performance .The dogs were all presented in good order, clean teeth, short nails and tidy coats. A few coats were outstanding, harsh and dense, among the best I’ve come across.
Limit - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Richmond Championship Dog Show
11th Sep 2022
Judge: Mr J A Barney (Romaunt)
Many thanks to Richmond in giving me the opportunity to judge a breed that still has some depth in quality to it. Generally, I felt movement needs to be attended to. It's a breed I've always associated with true movement both ways and a number did tend to pin in front. Coat texture was pretty good throughout but some would benefit from slightly neater presentation. I was able to span nearly all exhibits and pelts good. At the moment I would say that bitches are far stronger than the males.
Limit - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Midland Counties Canine Society
30th Oct 2022
Judge: Mr Alan Small (Bethane)
I thoroughly enjoyed my day judging the Border Teriers at Midland Counties Champ. Show. Thanks to the Officers & Committee for the invite & especially to the exhibitors who presented me with such a wonderful entry of 230 from 174 dogs. It was a quality entry overall and I was particuarly impressed with the quality of the young stock which augers well for the breed. There's no Puppy or Veteran Groups at the Midland, which is a pity because I feel both would have done well. Must not be too greedy, as it was nice to see my BOB, Ch. Otterbobs Tolson top the Terrier Group and my Best Special Beginners, Thistlemead Sundance, take her respective Group as well.....Well done.
Special thanks to my Ring Stewards, Penny Lloyd & Gavin Argyle, who kept things moving along nicely. Border Terriers are dear to my heart having owned & bred them over a number of years. Thanks again for such a wonderful entry, I enjoyed your dogs and a nice atmosphere prevailed.
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
typy dog with lovely otter head, balanced skull/ muzzle with well set ears & correct bite, nice dark eye, correct front with good feet, pleasing spanable body with ribs back and presented a nice outline with good quarters & well set tail, in lovely coat with thick pelt, went well carrying a level topline.
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.
Limit - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Well made throughout and well deserved his place in this strong class. Typical in head, nicely balanced with the best of expressions. Very clean over the neck and shoulders, firm body, racy quarters and a short tail which he carried well on the move. Pleasing pelt and coat. Moved well both fore and aft.
National Terrier Club
1st Apr 2023
Judge: Miss Sarah Dandy (Dandale)
There was a good depth of quality overall across both sexes which proved for good competition and some very close decisions especially in the larger classes. Thank you to all those who accepted my decisions so sportingly. Temperaments were excellent especially the youngsters with the added challenge of the tannoy right overhead. There were some very promising youngsters which is always pleasing and positive to see, and I was delighted with my winning line up in both sexes, with top honours closely contested. I was disappointed that some exhibits who looked so good standing fell apart on the move, there were quite a few upright shoulders and I felt that efficient ground covering movement so essential for the breeds ability to follow a horse was somewhat lacking. It is encouraging to see quite a few younger handlers taking an interest in our breed today, so positive for the future. Thank you to both my excellent stewards who most competently kept the ring moving all day.
Limit - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Essentially masculine well-bodied Grizzle who appealed in head and expression with strong neck into well angulated forehand with layback of shoulder and well-defined wither. Flowing topline, croup & tailset held well on the move. Clean in outline he moves sound and true in all directions. Showed well and earned his place here today with his profile movement. Quality coat and pelt.
East Anglia Border Terrier Club Championship Show
16th Apr 2023
Judge: Miss Tracey James (Blackmine)
A bit thank to the committee of EABTC for inviting me to judge their championship show. I really enjoyed my day and when I later looked at the catalogue to see my winners I found it interesting reading, as all my major winners were of similar lines.
Limit - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
masculine head, nice reach of neck, level topline, easily spanned. Would like a better tail carriage.
Class Critique
a difficult class
West of England Ladies Kennel Society
27th Apr 2023
Judge: Mr Mark Walshaw (Janmark)
Many thanks to the officers and committee for the invitation to judge at WELKS, it was quite a few years ago now, as I was due to judge them at the beginning of lockdown. Due to the heavy rain that had fallen over the preceding days, all judging was inside. It was slightly draughty, but we were allocated a double ring, so plenty of space, to see the exhibits stride out. I must thank the two stewards Lynn Jones and Celia Vines who kept the ring flowing beautifully and the exhibitors for making prompt appearances, we did well for time, starting approx. 0930 and finishing around 14:45. I thank all exhibitors for a wonderful entry (123 dogs making 172 entries} for a Thursday in Malvern and appreciate their time and expense for entering under me. There was plenty of quality to choose from and I was happy with my final decisions. Dentition was very good and a pleasure to judge dogs with clean teeth. I did find muscle tone to be poor/average in a lot of the exhibits, which must be one of the key areas for any working terrier. Jackets were mixed as was movement.
Limit - Dog /
Very Highly Commended
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Joint Border Terrier Clubs' Championship Show
30th Apr 2023
Judge: Mrs Hilary Gilpin (Otterbobs)
A very big thank you to the SBTC for inviting me to judge this very well run show, to Marina for stewarding and to the exhibitors for entering under me.
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Lovely headed dog, nicely proportioned, strong in the neck, correct size and length of body, straight front and front legs, coat just coming in but harsh enough, tail set could be better.
The Midland Border Terrier Club Open Show
6th May 2023
Judge: Mr Keith Baldwin (Nightstorm)
I would like to thank all the Officers and Committee of the Midland Border Terrier Club for inviting me to judge their club open show.
It is now 17 years that I have been judging Border Terriers and it was the 6th August 2011 that I attended the Midland Border Terrier Club breed specific seminar when Jena Tuck was the secretary.
I was very pleased with my entry of 112 quality dogs and bitches, also I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the exhibitors who entered and for allowing me to go over their dogs. They all showed and behaved very well. I can report back to you that you have overall one of the soundest breeds that I have judged.
Last but not least I would like to thank my stewards who did an excellent job keeping everything flowing smoothly between the two shows in the Margaret Everton Pavilion
Best Dog
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Best In Show
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
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.
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Correct size and bone. Nice otter head with flat skull and good strength of muzzle. Straight front. Good neck and shoulders placement. Spannable with good shape of ribs. Firm topline, carroty tail . Well
The Midland Border Terrier Club Open Show
6th May 2023
Judge: Mr Keith Baldwin (Nightstorm)
I would like to thank all the Officers and Committee of the Midland Border Terrier Club for inviting me to judge their club open show.
It is now 17 years that I have been judging Border Terriers and it was the 6th August 2011 that I attended the Midland Border Terrier Club breed specific seminar when Jena Tuck was the secretary.
I was very pleased with my entry of 112 quality dogs and bitches, also I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the exhibitors who entered and for allowing me to go over their dogs. They all showed and behaved very well. I can report back to you that you have overall one of the soundest breeds that I have judged.
Last but not least I would like to thank my stewards who did an excellent job keeping everything flowing smoothly between the two shows in the Margaret Everton Pavilion
Limit - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
4 ½ years old grizzle, this male is smart looking and, on his toes, he has a strong masculine head, with a lovely short strong muzzle and a moderately broad skull, scissor bite, his eye is keen, lovely neck into well laid shoulders, narrow ribs and easy spannable, his body is trim over the loin, harsh jacket covering a thick pelt, racy hindquarters, he moved out free and even with purpose, Best dog and Best in Show. Congratulations!
Yeovil & District Canine Society Open Show
13th May 2023
Judge: Mrs Sue Baxter (Mysulan/Sulan)
Thank you to the committee for the kind invitation to judge today , also to my stewards who kept things moving along nicely, your help was much appreciated. A big thank you to all the exhibitors for allowing me to go over your dogs and accepting my decisions
in a sporting manner. General observations were, no kinked tails found and the males were intact . I did see a few animals with slightly untidy bites affecting some placings. On the subject of ring presentation I may suggest that perhaps some animals would have benefitted from more attention being paid to nail clipping and feet trimming … even with the long grass, once on the table the feet are very visible. I thoroughly enjoyed my day and had a quality bunch of Borders before me. Thank you to everyone who made it possible !
Best Of Breed
Name at show: TG3, Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
This 4 yr old grizzle caught my eye on entering the ring and did not
disappoint on closer examination. Excellent size and presence . Super headpiece with a set of teeth to match and an expression that was kind ,but also game. Skull width and jaw strength excellent, head and neck then flowed into a lovely shoulder configuration , ribbed well back and the strong loin was complementary to the whole mid section . There was a brand new pin wire jacket and a good pliable pelt . Topline and tail set were spot on . He covered the ground with great reach and impressive drive from the hind quarters. In a quality field I was pleased to award him BOB and later, see him secure a group 3 , in a well
filled Terrier Group.
Poole Canine Club Open Show
21st May 2023
Judge: Mr Laurie Hunt (Setthornes)
Open /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
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
Limit - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Southern Counties Canine Association
2nd Jun 2023
Judge: Miss Felicity Freer (Felfree)
Limit - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
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.
Limit - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
A nice sized dog, with a good head and expression. Good neck & shoulders, with a straight front and easily spanned. Strong hindquarters & correct tail set.
Blackpool & District Canine Society
25th Jun 2023
Judge: Mrs Jayne Gillam (Orenberg)
Many thanks to the officers and committee for inviting me to judge Border Terriers at Blackpool & District Canine Society Championship show. Grateful thanks must go to my very efficient steward Gisela Duran who did an excellent job in making sure everything ran like clockwork. Finally thank you to the exhibitors for giving me such an excellent entry of 142 dogs making 183 entries, the largest entry across all breeds on the day. It really was a privilege to go over such a large entry of dogs and I thoroughly enjoyed my day.
The size of dogs has always been a perennial topic, but I was pleased to say overall, many of the dogs were of correct size on this occasion, with very few oversized dogs and only the odd one or two I couldn’t span. Bites were good and only an odd one with teeth out of line, although a few had broken teeth, quite a few had dirty teeth and some had small teeth which is something I really don’t like to see on, essentially a working terrier. It was good to find some really lovely tails, with not too many long thin, spindly tails we have seen in the past, although I was surprised to find four kinked tails in the entry.
Overall I thought it was a good entry, I found some quality exhibits and I was very pleased with my winners, and in particular will watch the progress of my puppy and junior placings with interest.
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Class Critique
Probably one of the best classes of males I have judged in a long time. It was a privilege to have such quality dogs all in the same class to judge, and some tough decisions had to be made. The first three in particular are out of the top drawer and excellent examples of the breed.
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.
Open - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Paignton Championship Show
5th Aug 2023
Judge: Colin Powell (Bowtman)
Open - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Another exhibit of quality and type to him, good head and expression, correct bite, straight front, in full harsh coat, strong muscular quarters, moved with drive covering the ground with ease keeping a good top-line and tail set
Bournemouth CS Open Show
11th Aug 2023
Judge: Mrs Hilary Male (Malenbrook)
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
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.
Open - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Different type to one with lots of quality attributes that appealed. Balanced dog that I found easy to span. Good in head proportions with a strong jaw and neat well set ears, good length of neck, good in front angulations, pleasing topline and underline. Presented in hard fit condition, unlucky to meet 1, who just had the edge with movement today.
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.
RDCC
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
This boy was so easily spanned and looking from above, his rib shape and length were of the best. Good tail, well set on. Liked his otter head and his bone – just right! Pleased to award him the Reserve Dog CC in hot competition. Although I had seen the dog’s name when doing breed notes, I had not seen him “in the flesh” before and did not know his name until I was completing the Res CC award card. Lovely narrow dog – he could get anywhere required underground. Moved very well. On the day after judging, I looked at BT.Org to check how he was bred for the breed notes and saw that he has 2 CCs to his name. Good luck for the 3rd – a lovely dog.
Richmond Championship Show
8th Sep 2023
Judge: Mr Tim Ball (Kaitak)
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Yorkshire, Lancashire & Cheshire Border Terrier Club Championship Show
30th Sep 2023
Judge: Mrs J Guvercin (Glebeheath)
Thank you to the committee for this appointment, everyone worked hard to make it an enjoyable day. This venue always has a super atmosphere, however, the ring is too small really to see outlines, being far too near the dogs and side profile movement is very difficult to see, let alone for the dogs to perform really well. Many moved poorly, not liking the smooth mats and although I had to judge them on this today, I think most would move much better outside in a big grass ring.
RDCC
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Reserve Best In Show
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Another quality male in good red coat and thick pelt. Lovely head and expression from his dark eye.Good skull, well set ears , strong jaw with big teeth. Taller than one but easily spanned and with nice length to his rib. Super straight forelegs , medium bone and good feet. Moved soundly going around and was very accurate coming on, just losing out to one going away but nothing major, showed well. A lovely dog, RDCC & RBIS
Class Critique
A lovely class with a lot to like about all 5, all deserving of a title.
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.
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Terrier Club of Devon & Cornwall Open Show
22nd Oct 2023
Judge: Siân McKay (Redesholt)
My thanks to the committee for the opportunity to judge a lovely quality entry of Border Terriers. This is a friendly and welcoming show and I was ably assisted by a super Steward who kept the ring running smoothly and efficiently.
The acoustics of the building today did have a detrimental effect on some of the exhibits; but of course, it is impossible to find a perfect space for every dog to show themselves at their best.
As mentioned I was honoured to have a super selection of Borders to go over today; especially the Puppy class where many were exhibiting for the first time.
I found all male dogs intact, and no kinked tails and one wry mouth. Coats were in all stages of growth today, and a few lacked a good visible covering of undercoat which naturally affected placings. Temperaments were all excellent and the ‘glint ‘ in the eye that I would like to see- inquisitive and game that looked ready for a day‘s work, which in turn reflected in their positive movement- was pleasingly there with all my main line up; as was the ‘stamp’ of the breed the otter- like head with correct proportions in the head to allow the powerful jaws to do their job, whilst standing on- most importantly, small thickly padded cat-like feet.
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Nicely proportioned 5-year-old G & T dog – nothing overdone or coarse. Dark kind eyes from a masculine otter like head with strong muzzle and big teeth in a scissor bite. Clean flow from neck to rudder with the straightest of fronts; easily spanned strong loin and racy hindquarters, with good underline, thick skin and coat. Not got the sparkle or positivity of 1 today and therefore less confident on the move- one who I think was affected by the hall today I surmise.
Midland Counties Championship Show
26th Oct 2023
Judge: Mr J Gilpin (Otterbobs)
I would like to thank the officers & committee for giving me the opportunity to judge the Border Terrier classes, & also a big thank you to Penny Winger & Gavin Argill my two ring stewards who kept things in order & also made sure we finished on time, and a special mention to my Best of Breed winner for attending the terrier group, and being rewarded with being short listed in the final seven.
RDCC
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Super fit grizzle dog, head in good proportions, great expression, correct length of neck with well laid shoulders which were easily spanned behind, nice slim length of rib cage and body, with a nice tuck of stomach. RDCC.
Exeter & County Canine Society Open Show
16th Mar 2024
Judge: Gentle Lowe (Rockslade)
Firstly I would like to thank the show and its organisers for the warm welcome and my stewards for their smooth running of the ring during my appointment. I would also like to thank the competitors for giving me the chance to go over their dogs. I had a quality entry of dogs and there were some tough decisions in the classes.
I would just like to point out some exhibits had dirty teeth, some longer untrimmed nails which whilst I didn’t penalise would give a nicer shape and finish to the feet and overall presentation. Overall dogs were presented in good condition.
Reserve Best Of Breed
Name at show: RBOBTG, Barkanellie Blackadder
Open /
Second Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Another dog that has always caught my eye. Ottery head with a strong muzzle and a keen expression and dark eye. Excellent angulation both front and rear. He also had a straight narrow front, with good bone and feet. Spannable with a good underline. Tight fresh coat with a pliable pelt. He was presented in tip top condition. 1st and 2nd could easily change places on a different day. Pleased to hear he took Reserve Best of Breed TG1
National Terrier Club
6th Apr 2024
Judge: Miss Elspeth Jackson (Clipstone)
Thanks to the National Terrier Club for their invitation to judge at this prestigious show and to the exhibitors who did me the honour of judging their dogs. I was lucky to have two efficient stewards who kept things running smoothly, thank you Laura and Dave.
The entry showed a good depth of quality. In many classes the places were hotly contested with decisions needing to be made on the narrowest of margins. I was very pleased to find that there were some good coats on thick pelts and the nice thick short tails which set off a good border so well.
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
DCC
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Balanced masculine dog of excellent type shown in tip top condition, well-muscled and in good double coat of correct texture on a thick pelt. He caught my eye going around and did not disappoint on the table. He is good for size with narrow ribs carried well back to a strong loin giving him a pleasing top line finished by a short thick tail well set on. Racy behind with good angulation. Moved soundly. In very tough competition, his super otter head just gave him the edge both in his class and in the challenge for BOB. DCC & BOB.
Class Critique
What a super class of quality dogs in all the placings and beyond.
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.
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Yeovil & District Canine Society Open Show
5th May 2024
Judge: Siân McKay (Redesholt)
Firstly, my thanks, as ever, goes to the committee and helpers of the shows whose efforts cannot be underestimated. Today it was the turn of Yeovil and District Canine Society whose sterling efforts despite the persistent and often heavy downpour,resulted in a well-run show with ever helpful and smiling faces- Bravo! Secondly my appreciation to Jan Russell de Clifford whose stalwart efforts as steward in our ring for the whole (freezing) day resulted in an efficient and well run ring. My thanks must also go to the exhibitors who primarily turned up on the most inclement of days, and accepted my decisions with good grace and not a little humour as the heavens opened.
The wind and rain did influence the performance of many of the exhibits unfortunately; but some rose to the challenge, and several were simply oblivious to it. Coats, as ever, were in various stages of growth; some great movement noted in many of the exhibits; all teeth clean and with correct bites and no kinked tails to note; feet on the whole were tidy and correct.
Best Of Breed
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
A 5-year-old grizzle and tan dog who, by the time he entered the ring, the rain was bouncing off the ground, and this boy powered through with great reach, drive and purpose
oblivious to the precipitation. He has a superb otter like head with gentle expression, minimal stop, correct proportions- in my opinion, and large teeth under a strong muzzle. He has a good reach of neck into well placed shoulders, good bone, narrow throughout with ribs well- back and a strong loin making a level top line and good underline. As required -racy hindquarters. A fit dog with great pelt and coat, I was pleased to award him B.O.B today.
National Dog Show
12th May 2024
Judge: Mr Patrick Glover (USA)
I wanted to thank the committee for the honour of judging your show. I sincerely apologize for the delay of the critique due to ill health. Coming from another country it was especially grateful to have such excellent Stewards to help guide me. And I thank all the exhibitors that came to exhibit under me. It was a pleasure to see so many quality Borders, and have them in hand. I was very satisfied with my final lineup. I enjoyed the depth of type that you have in the UK. Part of that may be seeing Borders with a proper coat. Unfortunately, Borders in the USA are not shown in such coat anymore which I do not understand. I only saw two bad bites, and I see you are battling some of the same issues we are in the US, one being straight fronts. A good Border must have some prosternum to be constructed in a proper way where the legs are under the dog rather than in front of it. The second being is the loss of rib. Your standard states “ribs carried well back” Our standard states the same thing, only adding the word deep “deep ribs carried well back. Both proper fronts and rib are essential to a working terrier, and attention must be paid to both. Overall, I enjoyed going over so many good Borders and again I thank you for the opportunity
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
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.
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: Barkanellie Blackadder
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!
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
G & T. Moved true in all directions. Correct harsh thick coat with thick pliable skin. He is easily spanned with ribs well back and strong loin. Good bone and nice small feet with thick pads. Nice male head, strong muzzle with good teeth.
Class Critique
Another excellent quality class of males.
The Southern Border Terrier Club Championship Show
9th Jun 2024
Judge: Mrs. Margaret Bailey (Grindelvald)
I would like to thank the officers and committee for asking me to judge their show, it was an honour. Also for making David and myself so welcomed and the enjoyable lunch. The quality of the Borders were pleasing to go over. Big thank you to my stewards Julie and Robert, keep the classes running smoothly all day. Finally thank you to all the exhibitors who braved the cold weather, it did stay dry and allowing me to go over their dogs. All the males were entire, as usual the coats were at various stages which cost some dogs higher placing. Some wide fronts let them down, large ears were a problem in some exhibits. I was delighted with all my winners such quality.
Open - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
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”.
RDCC
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
upstanding, racy dog with a lovely masculine otter head, dark eyes. Nice neck into clean shoulders, well constructed, narrow throughout with good length to body, easily spanned, level topline. Harsh coat with loose pelt. Moved true, covering the ground well. RDCC
Paignton Championship Show
2nd Aug 2024
Judge: Tracey Anscombe (Orangebox)
Thank you to the officers and committee for my first-time appointment at this level. This show is my ‘local’ which made it even more special, If you have never been it is worth the trip down the M5 a warm welcome will meet you.
I was thrilled with the quality of my entry, one observation I did find a lot of untidy feet, splayed toes, long nails and thin pads, I did however find no kinked tails and only one mouth fault.
Third Place
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
Third Place
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Another lovely dog, grizzle, jacket was harsh with undercoat, correct in construction. Masculine in head with strong jaw and large teeth. Moved Ok but not quite the drive behind as 1st and 2nd.
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.
DCC
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Best Of Breed
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Open - Dog /
First Place
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
Placing Critique
Quality grizzle and tan in excellent coat and with a thick pelt. Narrow throughout with a good length of rib. Excellent front. Super otter head with large strong teeth and jaw. Loved his overall balance and shape. He moved with purpose despite the heat of the day. Excellent tail and tailset. No exaggerations, he looked the part so I was delighted to award him the CC and BOB. A well-deserved winner today, he was on top form.
Welsh Kennel Club Championship Show
16th Aug 2024
Judge: Mr Stuart Plane
Open - Dog /
Reserve
Name at show: CH Barkanellie Blackadder
