ABOUT US
We are the Megens, a fun-loving and adventurous family of four from Best, The Netherlands: Klaudyna & Maarten, Mila (11) & Alexander (9), and Nala, our three-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback dog-child. Nala is our second Rhodesian Ridgeback and definitely not our last one! We fell in love with this wonderful, intelligent breed, and we aspire to breed with her according to the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Nederland (RRCN), and the Raad van Beheer standards and thereby continue to extend healthy and happy family lines. We are also members of the RRCN. Our priority is to ensure that Nala’s puppies find their fur-ever homes. A forever home is one where they will receive the love, care, and time commitment that every dog deserves. Due to the unique characteristics of Ridgebacks, we approach the selection of new homes for the puppies with careful consideration. We firmly believe that owning a dog is not just a privilege, but also a responsibility that requires time and dedication. Dedicating enough time to your dog is essential, especially because young Ridgebacks are energetic and dislike being left alone for prolonged periods. Furthermore, owning a dog incurs ongoing expenses way beyond the initial cost of purchasing a beloved puppy.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding our family, Nala’s family lines, or our selection process. We would be delighted to speak with you.
Ashanti
OUR DOGS
In memoriam
Thandiwe Ghalyela Imbaleki
24 October 2011 – 02 January 2023
Thandiwe Ghalyela Imbaleki or Ashanti as we called her, was our first Rhodesian Ridgeback. Ashanti gave us 11 unforgettable years but sadly passed away at the beginning of 2023 from cancer. She came from the Dutch breeder; Francisca van Gaalen of the kennel Thandiwe.
We decided not to breed with Ashanti due to her irregular heats that were followed by phantom pregnancies. Ashanti was eventually sterilised.
Ashanti was our first (dog) child. It was amazing to watch her incredible gentleness towards our children. Although Ashanti was a very active dog, she would refuse to leave the house when one of our children fell ill. She would stay by their side, under the blanket, to take care of them.
Ashanti loved the sun. As soon as morning sun faded from the front window, she would search for a new spot next to the garden window. She would race to take up her seat next to mine on the couch, putting her head on my shoulder. After Ashanti turned nine we decided to add to our joy and get our second Ridgeback. We were astonished at how much joy Nala brought to our Ashanti, giving her a second breath and renewed her older spirit.
Ashanti means "the one who is victorious" or "the one who is at peace", she exuded this every day! We miss you every day our dearest girl! “You were the perfect family dog, a real friend”.
Nala
Djembe Meteors (FCI) Makiwara Mystic Moon Mokala
Born on 18 April 2021 in Suchy Las, Poland.
Djembe Meteors Makiwara Mystic Moon Mokala known as Nala, was imported to The Nederlands from Poland. Nala completed her first puppy course at Dierenkliniek Den Heuvel in Best. She started ring training at nine months of age and she continues to perform very well in the ring. We work with excellent trainers on an ongoing basis who have taught us a lot.
Nala thrives on socialization with other dogs. Her morning routine is not complete if we do not take her for a walk with a group of other dogs to socialise. During this time the dogs run freely off the leash and play with one another, she meets other humans and dogs who are being walked on leash. These activities are paramount to her development and contribute to her gentle, yet playful nature. Nala also loves going into the water and swimming.
Due to her inquisitive nature, Nala joins our children at their sporting events whenever possible. She loves the adventure and attention.
Nala’s parents belong to the highly revered kennels in Poland; Djembe Meteors FCI Kennel – Nyawela Chillichani Jengo x Djembe Meteors Pretoria Rain.
For more information about her father you can follow this link : www.nyawelajengo.pl
Our dogs eat a varied palate of foods consisting of kibble and BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food). Nala and her pups come from a child friendly home, where love and joy is evident in all situations.
HEALTH TESTS
HD: A
ED : 0
JME: N/N
D - Locus : N/N
B-locus: B/b - livernose carrier
DM ( exon2): N/N
Haemophilia: clear
Ventricular arrhythmia: N/ IVA
Ridge predisposition: R/r
SHOW RESULTS
Nandi
Thandi Uthingo Dreams Come True Nandi.
Nandi is one of the twelve puppies from the African Adventures litter, a daughter of Nala
and Lewis. We decided to keep her to develop our breeding lines further.
With her fantastic character, Nandi fits perfectly into our family. She is curious, cheerful,
brave, energetic, and she eagerly embraces new challenges.
Nandi also feels completely at home in the show ring. She earned her first title, Best Minor
Puppy, at a dog show in Genk, Belgium. At the BRRC show, she placed second in the
Minor Puppy class. Within just one month, she also achieved the titles of:
Belgian Junior Champion
Ambiorix Junior Winner
Junior Belgian Winner.
We often spend our holidays in Poland, where our dogs always travel with us. In the
summer of 2025, Nandi participated in two shows, both of which she won in the Puppy
class. She also earned the titles Best Puppy and Best Puppy in Breed.
Within one week, she won two shows in Poland and achieved the title Best Junior twice
and Best of Opposite Sex once.
Nandi has now successfully completed her junior class with the title of Polish Junior
Champion.
Candidate for International Champion.
I’m excited to start a new chapter with Nandi
HEALTH TESTS
HD:
ED:
JME:
D - Locus:
B - Locus:
DM:
Hemophilia A:
Ridge:
EAOD:
SHOW RESULTS
PAST LITTERS
During the night of December 7–8, 2024, Nala and Lewis welcomed their very first litter into the world. A beautiful litter
12 puppies were born: 8 females and 4 males.
Raised with love and care in our family home, the puppies continue to grow and develop beautifully every day in their new homes.
Photos and updates can be followed on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
PLANNED LITTER
Litter plans 2026
We are excited to announce our planned litter for Winter 2026, combining Djembe Meteors
Makiwara Mystic Moon Mokala (Nala) and Brave Jack — Hvězdy na stráži.
This carefully selected pairing brings together exceptional temperament, strong genetics, and
outstanding breed type. We are expecting a promising litter of puppies with great potential as loving
companions and future representatives of the breed.
NALA
Djembe Meteors Makiwara Mystic Moon Mokala
Djembe Meteors Pretoria Rain x Nyawela Chillichani Jengo
HD A, ED Free,
JME: N/N
D-Locus: N/N
B-Locus: B/b livernose carrier
DM: N/N
Hemophilia A: N/N
Ridge: R/r
Ventricular arrhythmia: N/ IVA
Early Onset Adult Deafness (EAOD): N/N
JACK
Brave Jack Hvězdy na stráži
Inter.Ch. Aggy Foggy of Pressburgers’ Paws x Multi.Ch. Adilla Star Mungu
HD: clear
ED: clear
JME : N/N, clear
DM: N/N
OCD: clear
LTV: Typ II
Spondylosis: clear
B-Locus (Livernose): N/N
Dilute D1 : N/N,
DM Exon2 : N/N
EIC : N/N, clear
EOAD: N/N
Haemophilia A + B: clear
RR IVA: N/N
JME : N/N, clear
Ridge: R/R
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