First Place in Puppy, Judge: Mrs K. Lothian (Lairehope)
I really enjoyed judging the Border Terrier classes at the Sunderland & District Canine Society Open Show, at The Temple Park Leisure Centre, South Shields, on 25 November 2018. I would like to thank Marie & the Committee for the superb hospitality and Bill Howe for the top quality food. Thank you also to Marcia, my efficient Steward. The Centre provided a pleasant atmosphere for the day.
I was delighted with the number of Border Terriers entered, away above the entry for other Terriers. It was a pleasure to judge in a ring of racy, showy, high quality Border Terriers – with the youngsters having a developed ring-craft for their age.. Predominant in the classes were Border Terriers with strong otter-heads for both male & female, with good dentition and harsh coats.
It is always satisfying for my winners to go on to succeed in the Group classes. Delighted, therefore, that my Best of Breed ~ Pollit’s Brackenfell Rock the Boat for Vandamere, went on to win: Group 3 ~ Terrier Group, and that my Best Puppy in Breed ~ Golding’s Valicetarn Blue Cosmos went on to win: Group 2 ~ Puppy Group – both groups judged by Jane Maxwell.
A stunning 7-month blue & tan dog puppy. Framing his strong tan otter-head, his blue coat with matching dark expressive eyes, black nose and correct ears. As well as distinguishing a good topline and tailset from a side view, his coat proved harsh with close undercoat, on the table. With nicely spaced forequarters and hindquarters, he moved well, stealing the limelight to win Best Puppy in Breed. Pleased he went on to win Group 2 in the Puppy Group.