First Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Debbie Lorraine (Raleniro)
The Terrier Club of Devon and Cornwall Open Show 15th October 2017 Border Terriers I would like to thank the society for inviting me to judge at this group open show, and for the warm welcome and the lovely hospitality shown to my husband and I on the day. I was delighted to be asked to judge in this part of the country and we thoroughly enjoyed our time in the area, topped off by having the opportunity to judge so many lovely dogs. Most of all I would like to thank the exhibitors for giving me the opportunity to go over their dogs and the very friendly and sporting way in which they accepted my decisions. I was delighted with my entry, and had some lovely examples of the breed to judge. Thank you also to my steward who kept things running smoothly. I found no incorrect bites, all males were entire, and temperaments were excellent throughout. There were a couple of exhibits, who for me were up to size and a little difficult to span, but all dogs were shown in good, fit condition. I thoroughly enjoyed my day!
Just turned 4 years grizzle and tan dog. Caught my eye as soon as he came in the ring and didn’t disappoint when I got my hands on him. Beautiful, strong otter head with correct scissor bite. Lovely expression. Gun barrel straight front with the tightest of feet. Narrow throughout with excellent bodylines, ribbed well back and easily spanned. Good layback of shoulder and correct hind angulation. Lovely topline and tailset. Nice for size and nothing overdone about him. Thick pelt and nice crisp jacket completed the picture. Moved with drive around the ring, well muscled and fit for a day’s work. One to watch in the future. Pleased to award him BOB and delighted to see him shortlisted for Best in Show.