First Place in Special Beginners - Dog, Judge: Dr Ian Gabriel (Gaybryl)
Many thanks for the lovely entry, both in terms of quality and quantity. I thoroughly enjoyed my day with the Border Terriers. When I last judged I felt there were too many with houndy large ears, this did not seem to be replicated in today’s entry which was pleasing and expression was generally much improved. What I did notice was that front action is something that we need to watch. Being Manchester and the last Championship show pre Crufts there were quite a few dogs who had been stripped in preparation and quite a few out of coat. In part that did play a part in some of my fineer placings.
Smart young dog who is nicely balanced. Was a nice start to the day. Typical in head and expression. Nice small ear. Has sufficient bone and good feet. Well ribbed back. Correct tail set and carriage. Still has some maturing to do. In good hard condition and good harsh jacket. Moved well.