First Place in Limit - Bitch, Judge: Mrs Jill Stevens (Cobstoneway)
I would like to thank the committee for giving me the honour of judging at this lovely show, and for the warm welcome and hospitality shown on the day. Special thanks go to the Show Secretary Kathy Wilkinson, my two efficient stewards Liz Barrett and Judy Carr, and Carol Mackenzie for a lovely lunch. Most of all I would like to say a very big thank you to all the exhibitors for giving me such a lovely entry, and for allowing me the privilege of going over their dogs. The depth of quality in some classes, particularly the bitches, meant that I truly wished for more top places to give out. However, I was very pleased with my main winners, who all looked as though they could manage a day’s work. Most exhibits were in hard, fit condition and well turned out. All dogs were entire, I found just a couple of kinked tails, and, understandably, there were a few missing/misplaced teeth in the veteran class. Coats were at various stages, as to be expected, and this had to affect a few places as it is not only a necessity on a working terrier, but completes the picture. I was pleased to have some very promising puppies, and at the other end of the scale a wonderful class of veterans.
Absolutely gorgeous grizzle and tan bitch who caught my eye as soon as she entered the ring, moving with accuracy and purpose, holding a lovely level topline and with a well set on, short, carrot shaped tail. She is just right for size, being narrow and easily spanned, and has so much breed type. She has a lovely straight front and is just right for bone. Her moderate neck flows into well placed shoulders, and she is ribbed well back. Her ottery head is both feminine but strong with very little stop, a strong jaw and big teeth in a scissor bite. She has good angulation front and rear, and sturdy hindquarters from which to drive, along with a good reach of upper arm, enabling her to really stride out. She is beautifully presented in a correct double coat with harsh topcoat and thick, pliable pelt, and stands on neat, well padded feet. Was delighted to award her Best Bitch and Best In Show.