Scottish Border Terrier Club Members Limited Show (26-01-2025)

First Place in Yearling - Bitch, Judge: Mrs Katrina Golding (Beaconpike)

Show Critique:

A big thank you to the Scottish BTC for the invitation to judge their members limited show. This was my first breed club show which I very much looked forward to after being asked previously, but I didn’t quite feel ready at the time. I needn’t have worried as I was made to feel very welcome by the friendly committee and exhibitors, there was a lovely atmosphere in and around the ring. A special mention to my steward Anne Gregory for ensuring everything was in order and keeping the ring running smoothly. Considering the time of year with Crufts approaching I was delighted to find correct double coats with good depth. I forgave dirty teeth in preference for correct bites, sadly I found a number that were disappointing along with small teeth. Movement was on the whole ok though I found some dogs coming towards me had loose fronts though they looked good in profile.

Placing Critique:

Blue and tan built on racy lines, head still maturing with correct bite, good lay of shoulder with and good length of body, she was in correct harsh coat, presented and shown well, move out soundly in this class.