I also acquired Lar-Ana's Pendragon, a red smooth male who is impeccably sound and companionable, whose sire is from the well-known Starbeck Kennel in England. My friend Max Magder of Toronto gave me the well-bred Lorricbrook Kewpie Doll, a red rough, whose sister won many Best in Shows in Canada.

With this disparate and wonderful collection of Griffs, we started a small breeding program, the results of which, I am proud to say, far exceeded our expectations.

My vision of the Brussels Griffon is of a tough little working dog who happens to be very small. I like to take long walks, so I need them sound and well-muscled, with no breathing problems. They need good feet and substantial bone. The expression should be fun-loving and merry. My dogs come from different backgrounds and different countries, but they all share these traits to one degree or another.