First Place in Limit - Dog, Judge: Mrs C E Sansom (Tarkaswell)
I would like to thank the committee and members of the Yorkshire, Lancashire and Cheshire border terrier club for the invitation to judge at this friendly club show. My stewards Tracey Anscombe and Sian Mckay were very efficient and kept the day running smoothly. Thank you to the exhibitors for a lovely entry and accepting my decisions in a sporting manner. It was a privilege to judge your dogs.
I had some quality borders to go over, and my decisions reflected my interpretation of the breed standard, on the day.
Some exhibits lacked the typical otter head, moderately broad with a short, strong muzzle and keen expression, which is definitive in our breed. Coats were generally good, harsh and dense with thick pelts, but several exhibits would have benefitted from having their feet trimmed. I found no kinked tails, dentition was generally good and all dogs were entire.
There was a lovely atmosphere, especially during the challenges, and I thoroughly enjoyed my day.
This blue and tan dog was full of character and showed with presence, being very attentive to his handler. He had a super otter like head, with a dark eye, keen expression, short, strong muzzle and small, neat ear. Shorter in body length, he was balanced and narrow, with straight forelegs and neat, tight feet. His ribs were carried well back, with a level top line. His tail was thick at the base, moderately short and carried gaily. He moved out positively with purpose and drive. Pleased to award him RBD and RBIS