L to R: Bee, Hildy, and Halo / Photo Credit: Holly Hildreth Photography

Arie's Group win photo taken at the COKC April 2019 show

I brought home my first Border Terrier in 1999 when I was looking for a small dog that was good with children.  That was the beginning of my love relationship with Border Terriers.  Halo (and I) had our first litter in 2008 which produced two females, now both AKC Grand Champions and mothers and grandmothers themselves.

I am fortunate as there are many opportunities to show in conformation, performance, and field events; all within a 1 to 2-1/2 hour drive from home.

More information about me and my dogs can be found on the Aardehond Border Terriers home page.

Under Resources and Links you can see several websites that provide good basic information about Border Terriers, including the American Kennel Club and the Border Terrier Club of America.

Tracy Van Niel
Columbus, OH

*Why "Aardehond" for a kennel name?  I wanted a name that reflected my Dutch heritage ... it means 'earthdog' in Dutch!