Though we now have a Heaven page I still cannot bring myself to remove Strider from his own page.

Photo credit Border Pix n Art. Edwina Beck

Grand Champion Nahrof Collectors Choice

 RIP my beloved boy, you left us too early we sre still trying to cope with your death, you have given us so much for which we will be always grateful. A dog with so much dignity”

Sire Grd Ch Maghera Star Collector

Dam Ch Nahrof Brevete

Cl/Cea/TNS clear

Strider passed his opitcal eye testing with flying colours in Dec 2009

Strider is a 8 year old Border Collie who is my friend and competitor. He is a once in a lifetime showdog. His wins include multi best in show and groups, Best of Breed 2007 and 2008 Sydney Royal and Best Of Breed Canberra Royal 2007. Strider is a gentle loving dog, a wonderful ambassador with the elderly, very young and disabled. He is my constant companion, a loyal and devoted dog, and a show winner. He is an amazing dog and is a tremendous dog when travelling. To Nahrof Border Collies I thank you for my dear friend.

Strider has now retired, I owe him so much. he is NOT happy not going to shows…very jealous. However in my job working with disadvantaged kids and those with mental health issues, I sometimes take this remarkable dog with me on field visits where he is able to bond with these young people in an amazing time frame. Yes he is a one in a million dog, looks, brains and an acceptance and love of all people.

His sons Lincoln and Charlie have his same laid back attitude, love people and will be a force to reckon with in the future!!

Strider has been immortalized by a painting completed by John Silver in England. The painting was based on a magnificent photo taken by Edwina Beck, Border Pix n Art