First Place in Junior - Bitch, 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.
My notes express how much I liked her and it was when on the table, feeling beneath her harsh double jacket where I found what was in my opinion the best exhibit of the day. Super head that is feminine otter like with dark eyes and neat V shaped ears. Correct moderation continues through to well placed shoulders, length and shape of rib, strong loin, racy hindquarters with well angulated rear gave her drive when striding out both ways. Great topline and well-set short carrot like tail completed the picture. She was a real delight to go over, her breed qualities stuck in my mind as being from the top draw! It was my pleasure to award her a well-deserved BCC and best of breed today.