First Place in Open - Dog, Judge: Mrs Sue Baxter (Mysulan/Sulan)
My sincere thanks to the committee for their kind invitation to judge Borders
and the warm hospitality on offer at this show .
To my stewards on the day, Lauren and Phil , a big thank you for keeping
the ring running smoothly and ensuring the exhibitors enjoyed their
experience.
Sadly ,once again it was obvious that the numbers present on the day
were greatly affected by the fact there were three open shows, all with
breed specialists judging, on the same day . Nonetheless , I thank all the
exhibitors who honored me with an entry.
To those exhibitors present on the day , thanks for allowing me the
privilege of going over your dogs and accepting my decisions in a sporting
manner .
Generally , the dogs coming forward today were well presented and
conditioned , one or two may have benefitted from a little more detailed
grooming to enhance certain points of their conformation but on the whole I
enjoyed my time handling a fine bunch of Borders
4 and a halfyear old B&T boy. Nicely balanced , not overdone in any way . Pleasing head, good muzzle to skull proportions , mouth with large and impressive dentition .Correct lay of shoulder, neck flowing nicely into topline, which was maintained on the move as well as the stacked position. Ribbing was correct and extended well back , linking up with a strong loin. Easily spanned , nice loose pelt , jacket of very good texture and depth . Liked his
strength in stifle and well muscled second thigh .Moved well coming and
going . Provided a lovely outline on the go round , tracking correctly . Was
hard to deny in the challenge . Pleased to award him B.O.B .