First Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Mrs Nancy Hogg
My thanks go to the exhibitors who showed their dogs under me. I was very pleased with my entry, both numerically and depth of quality of the exhibits. The ring was large, even and the grass cut very short. I had two very able stewards and the predicted rain stayed away. What more could I ask for ?.
On the whole the presentation was good although some dogs lacked condition. Temperaments were good. Coats were variable. I found one kinked tail, one wrong mouth but more than a few small teeth.
He is a good, honest Border with no exaggerations. Nicely balanced. Liked him for size. Typical head. Large teeth. Straight front. Lovely reach of neck. Good shoulder, narrow all through. Thick, padded feet. Had the best coat and pelt of the day. He has powerful hindquarters and moved effortlessly round the ring. Pleased to award him Dog CC and BOB. Pleased to see him make the shortlist in the group.