Elan's success at this years Sieger Show in Karsruhe has been the highlight of my GSD career. Since 1972 I have made up 9 Champions for my Vornlante Kennel plus record KC breaking achievements in the breed, but it doesn't compare with Elan's successful results in Germany throughout 2004, having passed the test of courage to rapturous applause then going on to make V9 in World Class opposition at the 2004 German Sieger Show held in Karsruhe.

A lot of hard work and preparation has gone into his success and my thanks goes out to my friends.

Martyn Bailey - for his support and early morning condition training.

Joe Summerhill & Kenny Cooper - for their support throughout Elan's shows in Germany.

Peter Yates - for his help at the Sieger Show.

Jane (Martyn's Girlfriend) - helped at the Sieger Show

Johnny Thomas - for his handling of Elan in the UK in achieving Champion status and two day winner.

Alan Wood - BSA Trainer - for expertise in training Elan for the Test of Courage

Special Thanks - to my wife Glady's for her understanding of the commitment and time required in the training and showing of Elan in Germany.

Many Thanks - to all Shepherd enthusiasts home and abroad in their hearty congratulations at and after the Sieger Show. To all who attended the GSD League National Training South Cheshire Club

Many Congratulations - to Elans breeder Peter V Oirschot and to my co owners Chris van der Post, Jack and Loos Brouwers (owner of V3 Dog - Mike von Estherlager)

Not Forgetting - to mention probably one of the best handlers in the world, Martin Schneider for his handling of Elan throughout his German Shows and achieving the V9 position.