First Place in Veteran - Bitch, Judge: Mrs Jill Stevens (Cobstoneway)
Thank you to the Committee for inviting me to judge at this level for the first time, and also to my very efficient ring steward who kept things running smoothly. I had a lovely day and felt it was a great honour and responsibility. I really appreciated each and every entry, and had some lovely exhibits to go over, the depth of quality in some classes meaning that some nice dogs went cardless. Coats were understandably at different stages, and although this has no bearing on the construction of the dog, a good coat does complete the picture of what is essentially a working terrier.
A 7 year old blue and tan thoroughly enjoying her outing. She is narrow throughout with a good length of body, is strong in loin and has a good topline and tailset. She has a pleasing head with correct bite, and nice front. Her coat is wonderfully harsh and of correct colour, and she moved out accurately and enthusiastically.