First Place in Junior - Dog, Judge: Dr. Margaret Armstrong (Ploughdown)
I’d like to thank Yorks, Lancs and Cheshire Border Terrier Club for inviting me to judge their January Open Show. It was a privilege. I was given a really warm welcome and the hospitality was second to none. The venue was bright and airy and provided for a large ring with plenty of room for exhibitors. I was very ably assisted on the day by my two stewards, Margaret Davis and Sian McKay, who organised the ring with cheerful good humour and efficiency. It was also super to be present for the presentation by the Club to Pat and Brian Baxter, who always add a convivial and kindly presence to any gathering. Lastly I’d like to thank the exhibitors for coming out in numbers in chilly January and who accepted my placings with such good grace.
Very smart grizzle dog. At 17 months he shows clean, balanced lines. Well proportioned head set off by the neatest of ears and a keen eye. Scissor bite. Good reach of neck flowing into well laid shoulders. Narrow thoughout. Rib carried well back, with strong loin and good tail set. Level topline that he maintained whilst going round the ring. Moved out well. Coarse double coat and deep pelt. Just lost a bit of focus in the challenge for best dog. Res Best Dog.