First Place in Post Graduate - Bitch, Judge: Siân McKay (Redesholt)
I would like to thank the London and Home Counties Terrier Club for affording me the opportunity to judge at this year’s Premier Open Show, and to my very capable steward Sharon, who kept things moving in the ring.
Regarding the exhibits: I had some lovely examples that exemplified what I look for in a Border Terrier. The stamp of the breed the head- its proportions such, that it is capable of doing its job underground, and a body constructed to deal with the terrain and weather of Northumberland; so, in good fit hard working condition.
I did not find any suspect mouths and no kinked tails.
Nice feminine bitch with gentle expression and strong muzzle and big teeth. Good for bone, spannable – correct lay of shoulder and rear angulation correct, with decent turn of stifle, second thigh and well let down hocks. Good feet and carroty tail which she carried properly. Best on the move in the class today, moving with adequate reach and drive. Presented in a harsh dense coat with loose pelt.