Herding Committee Mission Statement
The Belgian Malinois traditionally was a herding dog. One of the foundation dogs of the breed came in second at the first Belgian Shepherd herding trial held in Belgium in the 1800’s. Because of this tradition, it is imperative that the Belgian Malinois retain it’s herding abilities.
To this end, the Herding Committee of the American Belgian Malinois Club encourages all owners of Belgian Malinois to become more aware of and participate in herding activities with their dogs. Herding has been an AKC sport since 1989.
To accomplish this goal, the Herding Committee will continue to update and advance herding within the breed by reviewing and monitoring the number of dogs competing in herding, by encouraging whenever possible new dogs to participate in herding, by making dogs with herding titles more visible at National and Regional Specialties, and by providing educational materials, articles, and seminars about herding specific to the Belgian Malinois to breeders, club members, and the general public.
Interested in Herding? This brochure by the Herding Committee provides some information about herding and how you and your dog might begin to learn. We’re also happy to try and answer any questions you may have about herding.
Committee Members
Monique Buzzarté, Chair (NY)
Carolyn Kaiser (FL)
Tasha Mesina (NV)
Sara Michelin (MI)
Lisa Dillman (MT)