First Place in Open - 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.
2 year old g/t bitch with a strong head and feminine expression, with neat ears and a keen expression. She has a strong muzzle and nice big teeth. She has a good reach of neck and a narrow straight front and nice outline with racy hind quarters and good bend of stifle and lovely tight feet. Another in super harsh jacket with plenty of loose pelt. She is nice size and moved soundly round the ring. RBB