First Place in Minor Puppy - Bitch, 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.
Grizzle 6 month old bitch, who shows promise at this tender age. Lovely length and built on racy lines. Good length of neck into well angulated shoulders. Balanced head with great expression and set off by super little ears. Level topline and good bend of stifle. Super double coat. Moved out well for a puppy and showed really well, although still very much a baby.