First Place in Yearling - Bitch, Judge: Mrs Sandra Girling (Benattivo)
Thank you to the officers and committee of Windsor Championship Dog Show for the invitation to judge at this level for the first time at such a prestigious show. I must also thank my two very experienced stewards Bill & Trish Gray who were a great support to me with their calm, friendly and pleasant manner. I would also like to express my sincere thanks to all the exhibitors who entered their border terriers under me and accepted my decisions in a sporting manner.
The weather became very hot as the day progressed with some dogs flagging a little on the move. Fortunately we had some shade via the marquee, the grass had got quite dried out and I felt a few exhibits didn’t move as well as others on it but generally movement was better than I have observed in the past. I must also mention how disappointed I was to find so many exhibits with dirty teeth, cleaning them should be part of a dog’s care and grooming routine.
I was so delighted with my top winning border terriers that I felt had exceptional breed quality and were presented and shown to best advantage.
Many quality exhibits were in some classes down the line or unplaced due to the depth of quality present and on another day may change places.
This grizzle/tan has a lovely otter like head moderately broad skull, short strong muzzle, good teeth and neat v shaped ears with dark eyes. She is narrow through with good straight front legs and neat feet. Her rib is well carried back and spans behind the shoulder easily she has a good top line and strong loin her tail is thick at the base and set on well and carroty in shape. Her deep jacket was harsh and her pelt was thick and loose. She moved from all angles with accuracy and drive. I liked her a lot and was on my short list in the challenge.