First Place in Limit - Dog, Judge: Sarah Pateman (Lessien)
I would like to thank the committee for inviting me to judge their open show. Also, all the exhibitors for such an amazing entry and for allowing me to go over their lovely Border Terriers. It was a great day with a quality entry and a good atmosphere. I was aware people had travelled and some afar and I was given the opportunity not to take a break for lunch to allow those that were driving to possibly not have to drive in the dark, so I think it worked out well in the end. Lots of dogs out of coat but I was aware Crufts is coming up so the timing is crucial for coats to be ready for the big day.
Jan 2023, G&T, pleased to see this lad again, he did not fail my expectations as he has matured, keen dark eye, strong muzzle, big teeth, correct placing of ear on to broad skull, shallow stop, correct length of neck and lay of shoulder allowing him to reach in front when on the move equally as strong from behind with correct angulation both ends. Level topline which he kept on the move. Good tail set. Moderate bone. Lovely thick pelt and harsh jacket. Small thick pads. Very happy to award him BIS as he has come up the ranks as one had hoped for from a youngster.