MICHAEL FORTE

Dogs have always been a part of MICHAEL FORTE's life. Growing up, his family had Cocker

Spaniels, Rough Collies, and German Shepherds Dogs. Over the years, he has shown and

bred Old English Sheepdogs, Tibetan Spaniels, Cavalier king Charles Spaniels and Bernese

Mountain Dogs

Thirty years ago, Michael introduced Bernese Mountain Dogs to Ireland, where he bred the

first litters and titled the first champions in that country. In 1980, he started the Bernese

Mountain Dog Club of Ireland; he is currently the BMDCI President.

Mr. Forte is qualified to judge all breeds up to and including the Best in Show level. As an FCI

all breed judge, he has been invited to shows in many countries around the world, including

European and World shows, and many International shows. He has also judged at all breed

shows in Africa, America, Canada, and Asia.