First Place in Junior - Dog, Judge: Libby Tanton-Joy (Itsaso)
Thank you to the committee for inviting me to judge their open show held at Jedburgh, the home of the border terrier. It was a great privilege, and I had some amazing dogs present who are a credit to their owners, thank you for bringing them.
Thank you to my stewards for organising the rings so smoothly and keeping me on track so we finished at a reasonable time. The hospitality was second to none and I would like to thank the whole committee for this.
12 months on the day of the show so still a puppy. This dog really did appeal to me and went on to be Best Dog and Reserve Best In Show and Best Puppy In Show. Head of correct proportions, dark eye, small ears dropping to the cheek which frame his expression. Both on the move and in the stack, he is balanced with his straight front, length of body and moderate size. Another one presented in a correct double coat of texture and depth. He moved soundly around the ring with reach and drive, continued to be on top form right through the day.