Second Place in Open - Bitch, Judge: Siân McKay (Redesholt)
My thanks go to both the Penrith & District Canine Society and the Border Terrier Club for considering me to judge a super entry of some quality dogs. The show committee were most welcoming and kept the judges well fed and watered. My stewards – Sue, Jane and Katrina keeping the proceedings flowing smoothly- my thanks.
All dogs presented today were of sound temperaments, all found to be spannable and, as to be expected, various stages of coat with some excellent coats and pelts on display. Movement overall was most pleasing; with some excellent examples of strong reach and drive making for fluid balanced movement. In some classes I found myself splitting hairs due to the quality of the exhibits. Again, my one plea is for clean teeth!
8-year-old Grizzle and Tan bitch that moved lightly on her feet with a good reach and drive. Lovely feminine head with powerful jaw and big teeth and the required dark keen gaze. Neck flows well into well laid back shoulders, and she maintained her level topline on the move and when static- Good balanced movement. Easily spanned with correct depth of chest. Presented in good order with harsh jacket and super pelt. Pleased to award her Best Veteran In Breed.