My greatest achievements are not what most may think.

It's not having the top dog in the breed (been there, done that), breeding a Top-Ten Bitch, or having the first AKC Champion Bitch in the state.

It is not in producing show dog after show dog.  It is just really a very simple thing-------- such as, a heartfelt "thank you" from a newcomer that I was able to help, or the pure joy of seeing that new puppy love grow into a lifelong bond between dog and master.

It is receiving all those cards and letters, with updates and photos of the latest new trick, or amazing feat, that you and your pal have mastered.  It is providing a "lifelong-four-legged-furry-love" to someone who will cherish it always.

If I can give someone a fraction of the joy that my dogs have given me, that's my greatest satisfaction; which is remembered long after the ribbons have faded.  Fond memories live forever.

I have been involved with the Australian Shepherd breed since the early 70’s. Since then, I have been involved heavily in the Australian Club of America (ASCA).  Some of the highlights of my time with the breed are:  assisted in the making of the first ASCA Yearbook which covers the first 25 years, edited by Phil Wildhagen back in the mid to late 70’s.

I served on the Conformation Committee for several years and  had a few of my suggestions carried out by the BOD.   As a Breeder Judge, I have traveled all over North America, and abroad, to judge and give seminars.  In 2001, I was selected to serve on the Breed Standard Review Committee.

I am also a licensed Senior UKC Judge and do Rare Breeds here, and in Canada.  And, have judged at the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Nationals in 1990-91,  the White German Shepherd Nationals in 99; The Miniature Australian Shepherd Nationals in 2002; Nationals Pre-Shows including Texas for the AKC Nationals in 1999, and the Wisconsin ASCA Nationals in 2003.