First Place in Minor Puppy - Bitch, Judge: Mrs. Joyce Martin (Merumhor)
I would like to thank the Border terrier Club for the invitation to judge at the Open Show at Low Hesket. It was an honour and privilege to be offered this appointment. I was delighted with the super entry of 96 dogs making a total entry of 132 and appreciate the turnout of so many fine dogs on the day and the sporting way my decisions were taken. Thank you to my ring stewards Ken McKenzie and Dave Hodgson for keeping everything running smoothly for me. Also thank you to the committee for their hospitality and to Jane Shaw for providing a lovely lunch which I enjoyed very much.
Almost 9 months old this darker g/t bitch stood out in this class. She has a good head with a dark eye that gives a keen expression. She stood lovely in profile and was narrow throughout with a lovely reach of neck, front assembly and well angulated at the rear. She is a very dark colour and has an excellent harsh double coat which is slightly past its best and loose pelt. She moved soundly coming and going.