First Place in Yearling - Dog, Judge: Mr Colin Girling (Benattivo)
Thank you to my stewards who helped me with their friendly efficiency that made it easy for me to concentrate on the Border Terrier judging. A bit of pressure to get out of the ring but I hope this did not spoil anything for my top winners or the other exhibitors who seemed to appreciate my choices out of a wonderful group of dogs. A couple of close bites and the odd bump in tails, some under/over weight exhibits which was a shame as some may well have moved further up the line. As expected a great deal of variation in coats but the vast majority were presented as well as they could be in their growth cycle. Thanks to everyone who entered and showed such good sportsmanship in accepting my decisions and supporting others. I was delighted with my class winner lines ups for both dogs and bitches, some hotly contested classes and tough choices for me throughout the day.
I liked this youngster a lot, his otter like head, dark eye and well placed ears give him an appealing look that make a Border Terrier what it should be. He has a supper harsh double jacket and good pelt over a deep well laid rib. Outstanding forequarters with straight legs and just the right amount of bone, combined with good rear angulation he moved straight and true both ways. He is at his best on the move.