Show Placings
The Southern Border Terrier Club Open Show
15th Sep 2024
Judge: Mrs Sue Baxter (Mysulan/Sulan)
I must start by thanking the committee for the invitation to judge at this lovely venue. The weather was kind to us and judging was able to take place outside , a fact I know so many exhibitors enjoy. My thanks also must go to my stewards , Rachel and Rhianne Mitchell , they certainly kept things running smoothly and were a big help keeping me on track ! Thanks ladies!
As usual , my gratitude to all who gave me entries and were able to turn up on the day , all very much appreciated .
I was presented with an array of lovely specimens and some classes made for some tough decisions .Several times I wished there were more red cards to award. The standard , I found, was very good and there was quality in depth in most classes. All males were intact , I found no kinked tails and most mouths were acceptable , coats , as usual , were in differing stages of growth and texture . All were spannable.
Best Puppy - Bitch
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Best Puppy
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Puppy - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Placing Critique
another lovely puppy . 7 months old and well on her way … Just a delight to go over, super coat on excellently proportioned structure, beautiful straight front , just right ammount of bone , sweet head and expression . Ears of good size and well attached .. Good angles fore and aft , moved out very well , showing good reach and drive for one so young . The cherry on top was a short carroty tail …I consider myself lucky having so many lovely youngsters to go over but this one just could not be denied.. Pleased to award her Best Puppy in Show.
West Midland Terrier Society Premier Open Show
30th Nov 2024
Judge: Amelie Smith (Alncroft)
Thank you very much to the WMTS society for inviting me to judge at their show once again. It was a pleasure officiating at such a well run show, organised by true terrier enthusiasts. I was very pleased with my entries for both Border and Jack Russell Terriers. I was very pleased with my principle winners. I would also like to extend my appreciation to the exhibitors for their entries.
Reserve Best Of Breed
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Best Puppy - Bitch
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Best Puppy
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Puppy - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Placing Critique
Lovely young bitch who was balanced all through. Beautiful feminine head, broad skull flowing into a correct slightly narrower muzzle. Lovely eye and expression and with well set ears. Super length of neck with correct topline and tail set. Well boned and nice tight feet. Correct underline with good tuck up. Good strength in her rear quarters which were balanced with her forequarters. Harsh weatherproof coat, loose pelt and spanned easily. Very sound mover. A promising prospect. RBB, RBOB & BPIB.
Oakengates DCS Open Show
22nd Dec 2024
Judge: Mr Edward Allen (Penparc)
Best Puppy
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Junior /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Luton CA Open Show
30th Dec 2024
Judge: Mr Stephen Goodwin (Lanola)
Best Puppy
Name at show: TG4, Glebeheath Jolene
Puppy /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Manchester Championship Show
19th Jan 2025
Judge: Mr Paul Wilkinson
Best Puppy
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Puppy - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Placing Critique
Grizzle, a youngster with a super out line, excellent coat, good pelt, lovely head & eye, well placed ear giving a great expression, excellent bone, lovely feet, nice quarters, moved soundly fore & aft, held her profile beautifully, Best Puppy
The Midland Border Terrier Club Open Show
2nd Feb 2025
Judge: Mrs Laura Jordan-Smith (Jordith)
It is both an honour and a privilege to have been invited by the Midland Border Terrier Club committee to judge this open breed club show—my first at this level. I sincerely thank all the exhibitors who entered and took the time to attend at this lovely new venue. My gratitude also goes to my stewards, Peter and Martin, whose efficiency and support ensured the smooth running of the ring; their help was much appreciated.
Overall, most exhibits were in good condition, though a few were carrying excess weight or were simply too large to span. I observed only one kinked tail and two level bites. Given the time of year, it is unsurprising to find coats at various stages of growth, as exhibitors prepare for Crufts and the start of the new show season.
Best Puppy - Bitch
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Best Puppy
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Puppy - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Placing Critique
At just shy of 12 months, this lovely feminine grizzle bitch exudes type without being overdone in anyway. She has a beautiful otter head, with a strong scissor bite, and lovely small, neat ears. She has a good front, nice bone and stands on small, neat feet. Ribbed well back, she is easily spannable, with a strong loin and good angulation. A well-set, short carroty tail completes the overall picture. With a new coat coming through, her pelt is thick and loose. Clearly enjoying her day out today she moved with drive and purpose once she settled. Awarded Best Puppy Bitch & Best Puppy In Show.
Southern Border Terrier Club Open Show
2nd Mar 2025
Judge: Mr Tony Allcock OBE (Sleepyhollow)
Best Bitch
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Best In Show
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Junior - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
Placing Critique
Stunning 9 months old who immediately took my eye. She has a feminine head, broad skull with correct muzzle and lovely eyes to boot. Well placed neat ears. Enough neck leading to well laid shoulders; secure topline and tail set. Neat strong padded feet. Super tail. Impressive spanning. Loose pelt, harsh thick coat. Impressive mover demonstrating typical reach and drive. Clearly one to watch. Could not be denied. BB and BIS.
Crufts
6th Mar 2025
Judge: Mr David Hunt (Ottaswell)
Junior - Bitch /
First Place
Name at show: Glebeheath Jolene
