First Place in Puppy - Bitch, Judge: Miss Angie Nettle (Onziemehurst)
I would like to thank the officers and committee for asking me to judge the show, also making me feel so welcomed. My biggest thanks go to all the exhibitors for giving me the opportunity to go over their dogs and for the sporting manner in which my decisions were accepted.
However, there was a harsh lesson learnt by me this day. Do not trust/rely on the stewards to be always be right. Believe in myself when someone appears to be more experienced at stewarding but has called the wrong dog into the ring. Stand firm.
Having come into Borders through hunting and horses; I like a dog in fit hard condition that can keep up with the horse and hounds over hill and field. Essentially a working terrier.
7 month old Grizzle Bitch Puppy. Soft dark eyes set in an exquisite otter shaped feminine head. Small ears in correct position. Correct bite. Good length of neck going into an excellent laid of shoulder. Spanned well going into tight ribs and a strong loin. Second thigh showing drive and forward movement. Good powerhouse behind the leg. Tail set well. Jacket thick, good undercoat and super pelt. Nice tight pads and smart trimmed feet. BOB-PB