Our Dogs

Aust. Ch. Alpenhund Brutus Maximus

'Max' (6/11/99 - Alive)

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When looking to find a new dog as a replacement for Bens tri-coloured Border collie, he came across the BMD in a friend’s dog book, and when first setting eyes on the Bernese named "Aari" at a dog show, for Ben it was love at first sight.

Max is the literally the leader of the pack, and as the first born and eldest dog of 5 years, Max has taken it upon himself to look out for his extended family. He is dearly loved and the clear family favourite, due to his striking appearance, governing demeanour, and contradicting loving temperament.

Both Max’s Sire, Aust CH Zeigen Van Der Hum, and Dam, Aust CH Zeigen Utopian Image, achieved their Australian titles and Max effortlessly achieved his Australian Champion title, including a 24 point BOB challenge at the 2001 Adelaide Royal, against some stiff competition,

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'Eli' (29/11/02 - 16/9/06)

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Eli was sired by Shadow Wizard of Estcarp (imp N.Z) and his dam, Alpenhund Black Musician, is a litter sister to my older boy "Max".

Eli was the first dog bought by Ben with the specific intention of showing. Together Ben & Eli made a name for themselves within the show world, with Eli being seen as a good ambassador for the breed, achieving his Australian Champion, at the tender age of just 18 months old.

Eli was masculine, with lovely bone, sound purposeful movement and displayed good type on the stack. Eli was slightly nervous amongst strangers, but with those he felt comfortable with he was a marvellous loving natured dog.

Early in 2007 Eli was put down due to issues relating to temperament.This is a huge loss to Ben, as Eli was his favourite dog and a great friend. Malicloy is lost without their "Eli McFly".

Many thanks to Ros Catt for entrusting such a special dog to me. He will never be forgotten!

 

'Loui' (31/8/07 - Alive)

Loui is a product of many peoples efforts worldwide. He was bred by and is currently being raised by Angela Evans of "Oleka" Bernese in Pensylvania USA.

Angela has been ever so kind to raise Loui so he can make his big journey to Australia later this year. I am eternally grateful to her and her family for this, as I know how hard it is to raise a dog and then part with them once a bond has been formed.

Loui's sire is "Tschuggen", a dog that I co-handled at the 2007 US National in Louisville, Kentucky (hence Loui's name). He was an amazing dog and he made me proud when we won 1st place in the stud dog class against tough competition.

Loui's dam "Grace" is a beautiful bitch that has an amazing head and gorgeous expression. She is of moderate size but well balanced. Her temperament is second to none, as displayed by her attaining her obedience and carting titles with ease.

Grace' sire (Loui's Grandsire) is a dog called "Christopher" (Keilissa's In White Satin Armour). I still to this day have not set eyes on a more beautiful and more correct Bernese. He apitamises what I love in a bernese. In the 2007 US National, Christopher came 2nd and hence got the first place AOM, a high honour indeed.

I can't express how much I am appreciative to both Eve Menengoz of Sennenhof Kenels, and Angela Evens of Oleka Bernese. Both have been steadfast in there resolve to help me get Loui. I hope he makes you both proud as he makes his debut in Australia hopefully in late 2008.