Laurie Friesen has been involved with Bedlington Terriers for almost 20 years. She has been a member of the BTCA since 1993 but it wasn't until 2003 when she started showing in Conformation that she became more active in the club. She soon took over as Editor of the quarterly BTCA publication, Tassels & Tales, and was elected to the Board of Directors.

In 1997, Laurie received her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science Pre-Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University. Her first bedlington was always with her throughout those college years. She put herself through college by working as a Veterinary Technician and continued to work in the field of veterinary medicine after graduating.

The AKC Gazette Breed Column is a valuable source of information for breeders, exhibitors, judges, pet owners, and the those who are new to our breed. As a breeder, owner, and handler, Laurie's approach to writing for the AKC Gazette Breed Column is that no matter how long someone has been involved with Bedlingtons Terriers, there is always something new to learn about this amazing breed!