In July of 1998, Rachel won the Pedigree Invitational Qualifier over 39 Open Junior Handlers in
Waukesha, Wisconsin. Pedigree treated Rachel to an all expense paid trip to San Antonio, Texas, where she competed
against 10 Open Junior Qualifiers from all parts of the United States. Rachel placed third with her dog CH
Thornapple Diamond Rio. Rachel was #1 United States Australian Shepherd Association Junior Handler 1998.
Rachel is a talented dancer at an award winning studio in Michigan. Due to Rachel's heavy dance schedule, she is
unable to attend many dog shows. When she does, she loves to show in the breed ring.
Rachel aged out of Junior Handling in the Fall of 2003. Rachel graduated
Salutatorian of her Senior Class at Maple Valley High School in June 2003. Rachel
attends Michigan State University where she studies Business and dances on
the MSU Dance Team. Rachel performs with the MSU Dance Team at all home
Spartan football and basketball games. Rachel's proud parents are Tom and Ellen Brandenburg, proud cousins, Amy and Shayna Garrison.
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