First Place in Post Graduate - Bitch, Judge: Joyce Martin (Merumhor)
Many thanks to the officers and committee for the invitation to judge Border Terriers at the East of England Agricultural Society Show, which was to be the last one run by this society. It was a super venue with lovely big rings which gave the dogs a chance to stride out. Many thanks to my ring stewards Peter and Lesley Armstrong for keeping things running smoothly and efficiently. I was delighted with my entry of 109 dogs making a total entry of 149 and pleased with the overall quality of dogs shown. Thank you to the exhibitors for giving the chance to go over your dogs and for the sporting way the placings were taken. It is indeed a privilege to have the opportunity do so. I was thrilled to be able to watch the terrier group and see my BOB – Stineval Lambert JW take group 1 in a quality line up. I also was delighted to hear that my BPIB – Glebeheath Ophelia went Group 3 in the Puppy Group.
This grizzle bitch took my eye when she came into the ring. Loved her strong but feminine otter type head, neat ears close to cheek and alert expression. She was beautifully presented in a super tight jacket and pliable pelt. She is well balanced with a narrow front, clean neckline, tight feet with a super topline and tailset to complete the picture. She is in fit condition with good muscle tone and angulation which she used to drive round the ring. She moved soundly and with purpose. I was pleased to award her first CC