Belgium~September 2001

I was lucky enough to travel to Europe in September of 2001with Ed Frawley and Kevin Sheldahl for the KNPV Championships in Holland and the Cat.2 Belgian Ring Championships in Belgium.

I visited several dog training clubs throughout Europe (KNPV, Ringsport and Schutzhund). I had wanted a Malinois since the 80's and was thrilled to be able to see so many dogs and learn about bloodlines (well, START to learn anyway!)

Here are a few pictures from my visit to Joefarm in Belgium....I decided that day that my Mal would come from that kennel (if and when I ever got one). I saw Elgos and many of the Joefarm breeding stock and saw many young dogs worked as Kevin was looking for PSD prospects.

The common denominator (in my opinion) of the dogs I saw that day was unbeatable GRIP and stable temperament. A few months later I aquired Aera van Joefarm, a beautiful female from Elgos's last breeding before he passed away.

Bertrand (aka Joe), Cindy and Kevin Sheldahl with a Malinois litter

Joe with a 5 week old litter

There were several people training when I was there. I did not write down their names, if anyone knows who they are please let me know!