First Place in Junior - Dog, Judge: Mrs P Cox (Cushatlaw) & Dr M Armstrong (Ploughdown)
Judge: Dr Margaret Armstrong (Ploughdown), Bitches, Thank you to the committee of the Northern Counties Sporting Terrier Association for inviting me to judge at their group open show. I’d also like to thank my stewards for their sterling work in keeping things flowing. There was a lovely atmosphere at the show and the officers and exhibitors were very welcoming. I had a great entry of Border Terrier bitches and my placings were greeted with gracious courtesy. It was a bracing, sunny day and it was good for the Border Terriers to be judged outside, which largely seemed to suit all.
Stood alone but worthy class winner. Lovely grizzle boy who, unfortunately, was just out of puppy on the day. Typical otter head with correct ear placement and expressive, keen, dark eye. Moderate length of neck leading to correct shoulder placement. Good length of rib and narrow throughout. Well balanced, moved out well with correct tail set and carriage.