Hello my name is Pat Campbell and I'm from St. Charles, Mn.

Ropaw's Schipperkes of St. Charles is located in the rolling hills of Southeastern Minnesota, only 25 miles east of Rochester and 30 miles west of the Mississippi river.

I have known the schipperke breed for over 30 years. Always wanting a schip of my own, our first pet male joined our family in 1995.With our children grown and out on their own, my husband Ron and I started researching the breed, their temperaments , health issues and care needed at length with well known schipperke breeders in several states.

I had the fever to return to the show ring this time with schips. During my younger years and encouragement of my father I showed Holstein dairy cattle both in 4-H and Open shows for Mound Brest Farms.
I also enjoyed showing horses for many years in halter, pleasure and endless hours spent trail riding. My competitiveness and desire to return to the show ring was quite obvious to my husband.

To date Ropaws Schipperkes has finished numerous Champions & placed puppies in many happy homes. Several of our schipperkes have moved on to different venues. We now have several schips in obedience, therapy work, rescue work, but don't forget "couch potato". Being that friend that gives endless, unconditional love is most important.

Breeding a healthy schip with a good temperament, to be one of your best friends is the main goal of Ropaws schipperkes. Getting those ribbons, trophies and awards doesn't hold water to patty cakes and those Kisses I received upon coming home to my schips.

I'd like to extend a big "Thank You" to all that mentored me.

     Karen Lee of Arpin, Wi.
     Marcia Bailey of Weaver, Ia.
     Mary Krause of Waukesha, Wi.
     Margaret Ramsey of Holt, Ms.
     Amy Gossman of Farmington, Mn
     Fran Griggs of Michigan
     Sandy King of Taylor Falls, Ill.