First Place in Puppy - Bitch, Judge: Mrs. Joyce Martin (Merumhor)
I would like to thank the Border terrier Club for the invitation to judge at the Open Show at Low Hesket. It was an honour and privilege to be offered this appointment. I was delighted with the super entry of 96 dogs making a total entry of 132 and appreciate the turnout of so many fine dogs on the day and the sporting way my decisions were taken. Thank you to my ring stewards Ken McKenzie and Dave Hodgson for keeping everything running smoothly for me. Also thank you to the committee for their hospitality and to Jane Shaw for providing a lovely lunch which I enjoyed very much.
A smart 10 month old g/t puppy who although stood alone in this class showed quality. She has a lovely otter head with a very sweet feminine expression. She has a good front and lovely topline held on the move with small feet and thick pads. Shown in a beautiful tweedy jacket and ample loose pelt she moved soundly round the ring. Liked her for size. Pleased to award her BPB, she just wasn’t so positive on the move in the challenge for her new handler against the dog puppy.