Second Place in Veteran - Dog or Bitch, 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.
Ten years of age and defying it. I thought that this bitch was quite lovely and very good for type. Nicely made throughout. Easily spanned. Good pelt and decent topcoat. Moved very well. Won this class on her head and expression despite a lack of furnishing to help her. Pleased to have had her