The view from Burrowa.

Connie, Millie and Pups, & Rennick @ Burrowa

Our first Border Terrier, George, came to us from Elizabeth Bodsworth of Criochabhag Border Terriers. George came from excellent lines, was a good type and we were encouraged to start showing him. We had a lot to learn! And a number of wonderful people helped us on the way. George obtained his championship, and his memorable success' include a Best in Specialty Show under Terrier specialist Mr P Luyten. He is also the first BT in Victoria to earn an Earthdog title.

We were bitten by the BT bug, and our little pack grew with the addition of Mildred (Millie) from the Clintons' Witby Kennel. Millie made Australian Champion, and also has her Novice Earthdog title. She is a delight to live with.

In our first litter George and Mildred produced 8 puppies, including one girl we kept, Annie, and another girl, Fern, both of whom have been made up to Australian Champions.  

Our interest took us to the UK,  home of the breed, on a number of visits, including trips to the Border Terrier Club Championship Show, National Terrier and, of course, Crufts. As well as seeing many wonderful dogs, we were fortunate to meet many well established Border Terrier people, including Jane Parker of Conundrum, and through lucky chance were able to offer a home to her Rennick in Australia with us. 

Rennick  proved his potential achieving his Australian Championship, and siring in his first  Australian litter,  Connie, who aged just over 12 months has won a Best in Specialty Show and a Best Of Breed/Junior in Show under renowned Border Terrier Specialists Mrs Kate Irving, and Mr Ron Irving of Dandyhow) respectively.

Most importantly our dogs live with us in our house, as companions. Border terriers are " essentially a working terrier" and we are involved not only in conformation shows, but also canine activities such as Earthdog, Tracking and Agility and sitting around by the fireplace.

Puppies at Burrowa are born and raised in our home as part of our household. We take care to ensure they are well placed, and we remain available to the new owners for help and advice on an ongoing basis. We welcome enquiries about Border Terriers and although we breed infrequently, puppies are occasionally available.

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