Second Place in Open - Bitch, 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.
Grizzle and tan bitch in full coat. Correct otter head with dark eye and pleasing expression. Neat ears. Good front with reach of neck leading to well placed shoulders. Sound bone, correct shape and length of rib. Strong loin. Good pelt and double, harsh coat. Good bend of stifle. Carrot tail. Moved out well.