Second Place in Puppy - 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.
Different in type to Daydreamer but another very nice promising puppy. Good for size and overall outline. Pleasing head although a fraction longer in muzzle than 1 and just needs to grow some furnishings to enhance her overall expression. Very well made throughout and little to fault. This bitch had one of the thickest skins and harshest coats of the entry which is probably why she lacks a fraction in furnishings at the moment. I think this bitch will do very well with time. Very sound on the move.