Third Place in Yearling - Bitch, 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.
Typey bitch who handled well on the table. Pleasing balance and nicely built throughout. Good strength of head but still keeps a feminine outlook with a good eye and expression. Clean over the neck and shoulders, good depth but again easily spanned. Pleasing length of rib and a firm loin along with strong well made quarters. Moved well.