Second Place in Minor Puppy - Dog, Judge: Dr Ian Gabriel (Gabybryl)
This was my first-time awarding Challenge Certificates in Border Terriers and many thanks to those that entered under a non-breed specialist, and well done for braving what was a bitter wind. If this was a representative entry, then I am heartened by the general health and condition of the breed. Good coats, good pelts and super large dentition were the majority. There are some nice youngsters in the lower classes. Just two points as a non-specialist if I might be permitted, firstly the standard calls for a small ear and I found quite a few otherwise nice exhibits with large houndy ears which did somewhat detract from the overall expression. Secondly several dogs broke quite markedly at the front pastern which spoilt the overall impression on the move, these points need watching.
This was a lovely class and the depth of quality augers well.
Another who really impressed me. Many of the attribute of 1 also apply to Innocent Man although he is not as mature and needs a fraction more time. Quality otter head and lovely strength to muzzle. Good neck. Decent front. Nice bone and feet. Narrow through and well ribbed up. Good hindquarters which are correctly angulated although he can stand himself a little straight on times. Good pelt. Moved well.