Second Place in Yearling - Dog, Judge: Mr David Shields (Wilholme)
To judge Border Terriers at Crufts was both a privilege and a honour and I must thank the Crufts Committee for the appointment to judge the breed at what is the greatest dog show in the world. A big thanks go to the exhibitors from both home and abroad for such a super entry which made for a great days judging with quality in depth in many of the classes. Finally I must thank my two stewards who kept things moving in the ring to allow me to finish judging in good time.
On the day I was looking for a workmanlike dog as the standard asks for but one also must remember that in the show ring you also need that attitude and showmanship to complete the picture. I felt my BOB put up a great show in the Group and was so pleased to see him take Group 2 in a quality line up.
One I have judged before and done well and still hold him in high regard and I am sure there is more to come as he matures into the finished article. Another of good size and is so well built throughout. Best of heads with a lovely eye and exparession. Well made front assembly, level topline that he holds on the move, short well set tail and racy quarters. Moved well on a good stride.