The launch of the Flemish Belgian version of the Blue Dog took place in Brussels on 2.10.2008. Following the initial presentations, a press conference was organised. A range of questions was answered by Christine Halsberghe (veterinarian), Tiny De Keuster (veterinarian), Steven Vanackere (Flemish Minister of Family Health) and Marc De Meyere (Medical Doctor). The make up of the panel highlighted the fact that this project required a multi-discipline team.