About Us
'My journey with purebred dogs began in 1996,
when I purchased my very first purebred Bearded Collie.
I was instantly captivated by his delightful personality, boundless enthusiasm,
and gentle love for everyone he met — people and animals alike.
In 1999, I welcomed my first bitch, and after completing
my ANKC Breeder’s Exam, I proudly bred our
first litter under the Edinglen prefix in 2004.
Our Bearded Collies have achieved remarkable
success in the show ring, including multiple Best in Show awards.
We’ve also been honoured to own the #1 Bearded Collie in Australia
for several years. As a licensed Bearded Collie judge in both
Australia and internationally,
I’m passionate about upholding the breed’s standard.
Our dedication to the breed extends beyond conformation showing
— our Beardies have also enjoyed activities such as
Herding, Nosework, Trick Training, and Obedience,
showcasing their intelligence and versatility.
Over the years, we’ve been proud to export
Edinglen-bred Bearded Collies to Europe, the USA, Asia,
and New Zealand, with several now holding
French and New Zealand Championship titles.
We are breeders & exhibitors of Australia's #1 Bearded Collie
2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022 ,2024 & 2025
AND
We were Australia's NO 1 Bearded Collie Breeder
2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022 & 2025
~EDINGLEN~
The name synonymous with Quality!
'Edinglen' bred 16 litters of Bearded Collies under the prefix...
and we are so proud of our achievements!
52 *Best in Show* awards with 'Edinglen' bred dogs
3 C.I.B titles - Australia's first and only Beardies to attain the title of
INTERNATIONAL BEAUTY CHAMPION
4 A2O titles - Australia's first and only Beardies to attain the title of
ASIA, AFRICA & OCEANIA CHAMPION
8 Australian Supreme Champions
10 Australian Grand Champions
18 Australian Champions
2 New Zealand Champion
1 French Champion
1 International Champion (France)
2 Obedience/Agility/Jumping Champions
'Quality - not Quantity'
In late 2020, I invited Julie Lyons to join the Prefix
and during her time with us we shared a highly
productive and enjoyable partnership.
Together, we exhibited successfully and co-bred
several outstanding litters,
achieving results we are both very proud of.
In late 2025, Julie obtained her own prefix to
continue breeding Bearded Collies and has since taken
the next step in her journey, moving forward independently.
We thank her for her contributions and wish her every
success and happiness in the future.
We no longer breed Beardies at Edinglen.
Our Havanese Journey
I first met a Havanese in 2015, when my long-time friends and
Bearded Collie mentors started exhibiting one for a friend.
I was instantly smitten — he was so outgoing, friendly with everyone
(human and canine alike), and absolutely charming.
I loved his bright expression and his beautiful,
compact build — such an irresistibly attractive little dog!
His temperament was so similar to a that of a Beardie.
The Havanese is a sturdy, hardy member of the Toy Group.
They are cheerful, clown-like, and full of fun —
always ready for a game and quick to make friends with other animals.
With their joyful nature and love of life, I soon discovered
they shared many similarities with my beloved Beardies.
It was no surprise that I quickly fell in love with the breed.
Over the following years, I immersed myself in research,
learning everything I could about Havanese temperament,
care, and history. The more I read, the more convinced
I became that this breed would fit perfectly into our family.
By 2021, I decided it was time to start seriously
looking for our first Havanese.
In 2022, my admiration for the breed only grew —
especially after seeing stunning examples overseas, including Bono,
the Westminster Toy Group winner, who truly captured my imagination.
I promised myself that “one day soon” a Havanese would join us.
That “one day” arrived sooner than expected.
By chance, I saw a delightful young Havanese puppy being shown locally
— his lively, elastic gait and confident carriage caught my eye immediately.
Thanks to the quick thinking of a dear friend, and the generosity of his breeder,
that puppy came home with us.
‘Ralph’ has since exceeded all our expectations,
becoming one of the most successful Havanese in Australian history.
He holds the record of the very first TOY breed to attain the
A2O SUPREME CHAMPION TITLE.
He embodies everything I adore about the breed
— joy, spirit, and a heart as big as his smile.
Today, as our last beloved Bearded Collie enjoys her well-earned
retirement at home, our focus has turned to the
wonderful world of Havanese.
We’re excited to continue learning, showing, and sharing this
delightful breed — one that brings endless laughter, love,
and companionship into our lives.
'A2O SUP CH C.I.B SUP CH KARYME FLYING IN A BLUE DREAM'
Ralph
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Edinglen Bred Havanese
Our Havanese program has achieved exceptional success,
reflecting our dedication to quality, type, and soundness.
We have proudly bred multiple champions, with consistent
results in both the show ring and breeding outcomes.
Among our highlights, we campaigned the Number 1 Havanese
in Australia for two consecutive years,
a testament to the calibre of our dogs and presentation.
We are also honoured to hold the distinction of exhibiting,
presenting and owning the first—and currently only—
A2O Supreme Champion Toy in Australia,
marking a significant milestone for both our kennel and the breed.
'Edinglen' has bred 4 litters of Havanese under the prefix...
and we are so proud of our achievements!
5 Australian Champions (with 2 more very close)
So why do I show my dogs?
Showing my dogs against competition allows me to compare
my dogs with others and confirms to me that I am on the 'right track'
with my breeding program.
This is important. Many dogs look good at home and only
when they are compared with other good dogs can you
see if they are in fact equal or better.
Comparison is the material of which dogs shows are made.
It also gives me a chance to 'showcase'
my dogs to other breeders who may be interested in certain 'lines'.
Breeding: Having large numbers of dogs 'titled' that carry my prefix
is NOT my motivation for breeding.
I only breed when I am planning my future show prospect and
I only allow those dogs who I believe are
worthy of a Championship Title to enter the show ring
'Quality not Quantity!'
If I wouldn't be happy to show the dog myself, then it doesn't go in the
show ring...end of story!