First Place in Puppy, Judge: Siân McKay (Redesholt)
I would like to thank the SToY for giving me the opportunity to judge the four classes of Border Terriers on this, my first judging appointment; the exhibitors who trusted me to evaluate their dogs/bitches and to Mr John Thomas, who kindly donated, the £10 for Best of Breed and £10 for the Best Puppy in Breed.
The committee did a sterling job given the last-minute change of venue; and my stewards, Margaret and Julie, kept the ring moving smoothly and effortlessly.
I was pleased with the number of entries, and it was great to see some fine examples of ‘otter – like’ heads – the breed stamp. All dogs were spannable today, and most had correct small tight round feet.
It was gratifying to see many examples of sound fluid movement, and good construction– Movement is so important for the Borders terrier to do its job- “Essentially a working terrier “.
7-month-old Blue and Tan dog presented in fit hard condition. Kept topline on the move with unforced balance both moving and static which won him first place in this class. Expressive keen gaze, straight well angulated front. Great jacket, strong loin with correct tailset that ran into racy hindquarters. Unruffled by the noise in the large sports hall he worked well with his handler.
Best Puppy in Breed and pleased to note he went Group 3 in the Puppy Group.