First Place in Limit - 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.
Quality bitch from all angles and was close up for top honours on the day. She presents such a typical picture, good size, clean lines and a very balanced appearance. Best of heads and very much like that of an otter. Dark eye along with a keen and alert expression. Good front assembly, firm body of pleasing length, strong topine and the best of quarters which she uses to advantage on the move. Good tailset and carriage. Sound mover both fore and aft.