First Place in Limit - Dog, Judge: Mr Mark Walshaw (Janmark)
Many thanks to the officers and committee for the invitation to judge at WELKS, it was quite a few years ago now, as I was due to judge them at the beginning of lockdown. Due to the heavy rain that had fallen over the preceding days, all judging was inside. It was slightly draughty, but we were allocated a double ring, so plenty of space, to see the exhibits stride out. I must thank the two stewards Lynn Jones and Celia Vines who kept the ring flowing beautifully and the exhibitors for making prompt appearances, we did well for time, starting approx. 0930 and finishing around 14:45. I thank all exhibitors for a wonderful entry (123 dogs making 172 entries} for a Thursday in Malvern and appreciate their time and expense for entering under me. There was plenty of quality to choose from and I was happy with my final decisions. Dentition was very good and a pleasure to judge dogs with clean teeth. I did find muscle tone to be poor/average in a lot of the exhibits, which must be one of the key areas for any working terrier. Jackets were mixed as was movement.
A Quality dog of excellent make and shape. A lovely g/t who was put down in excellent condition, balanced throughout and I loved his height to length ratio. Thick jacket and pelt, strong head well balanced, good strength of muzzle and a lovely keen dark eye and expression. Strong neck set in well placed shoulders. Well ribbed and good body length, He has a well set carrot tail. Well angled throughout. Presented to perfection and in first class condition on the day. He Moved soundly, with purpose and pushed hard for top honours