First Place in Open - Bitch, Judge: Mrs Janet Lee (Tythrop)
Apologies to my exhibitors , my technology has failed to send this when first done.
Trying conditions for the society due to heavy rain meant that parking was a long way from the rings unlike the behind the tent easy access we are used to. The ground underfoot was very trying, but thankfully our ring was only churned up in a couple of places. Once again I thoroughly enjoyed my day and appreciated the tenacity of the exhibitors for coming and their sporting acceptance of my decisions. Only one o two fine showers marred the day.
A diversity of size and construction came forward, and I was struck by how many took a rather short stride going round the ring. Some paid the price on the day for lack of coat, but mainly for being big in rib and heavy when picked up.
I was very pleased with my line ups and thought them a good representation of what I consider “essentially working terriers” being lithe in body with narrowness, free moving soundness and good type to fulfil the criterion of the standard.
Red grizzle bitch who has matured very nicely since I gave her BP last time I judged. Lovely size and balance, very good topline and tailset. Feminine head and good eye, nice reach of neck, narrow front, good legs and feet. Elegant outline with span of rib and good rear. In lovely coat and condition. She moved effortlessly and accurately. Pleased to award her RBCC.