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Welcome
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hank you for viewing
the second issue of our digital magazine!
Our first issue has come and
gone. We asked for feedback
from our readers, and turned
that into an even better second edition.
S ince No vember is best
known for Thanksgiving tradi-
tions, we are looking forward to another Thanksgiving Day tradition, the National Dog
Show. We’ll share some history of its origin to help you have the inside edge at your holiday meal. On the heels of the National is the AKC/Eukanuba Championships. We are looking forward to all the excitement of
these two prestigious shows.
This month Jessica Pearson takes a look
back at the beauty and uniqueness of Morris
& Essex Kennel club. Every five years, M
& E treats us to an extravaganza of beautiful dogs, stylish dress, fancy cars and other
Our first issue has come and gone. We took the feedback from our readers, and turned that into a even better second edition!
props to commemorate Mrs. Geraldine Rockefeller Dodge’s event celebrating great dogs. This year was again spectacular as everyone “put on the dog!” The entries set an
all time record going over 4000. “Hats off !” to the Show Committee for a special event. If you’re interested in the Berger Picard, we have a special interview with Donna Beadle.
Well known for outstanding Picards in and out of the ring, she explored in-depth the specialness of this rare breed.
Deb Eldredge, in her debut column for our magazine, discusses Kennel Cough in the
article Respiratory Illness: The Scourge of Indoor Shows. You’ll learn how to avoid it and if your dog does become ill, how to treat it.
Paul Catterson drops by for an in-depth discussion of the joy of Westminster, Sports
and provides advice to upcoming and experienced handlers.
We are pleased to present our 2nd Edition of our Monthly Digital magazine! We hope
you enjoy it.
We wish you and your families a Happy Thanksgiving.
Sincerely, Leah Bertagnolli Editor
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In this issue Editor’s Welcome In this issue Rates and Upcoming Issues Get to Know Donna Beadle of Eclipse Kennels By Jess Pearson Respiratory Illness: The Scourge of Indoor Shows By Deb Eldredge, DVM The Magic of Morris & Essex By Jess Pearson
WHO’S WHO
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NBC & The Kennel Club of Pennsylvania’s The National Dog Show By Jess Pearson 30 Benefits of “Hydrotherapy” By Stacey Pyrek Professional handler: Paul Catterson By Jess Pearson & Nicki Dobson
Next Issues
December- The Annual Edition -- National Dog Show Winners -- Eukanuba Preview -- Handler’s Edition January -- Eukanuba Winners -- Palm Springs Wrap Up -- Top Dogs 2015
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Publisher Richard F. Goldman Editor-in-Chief Leah Bertagnolli Associate editors Laura Reeves, Rhoda Springer, Casey Carl, Deb Eldredge, DVM and Jess Pearson Art & Photography Director Megan Cloudman Sales Jess Pearson Website Editor Ruben Alanakyan Magazine Design Nicki Dobson Social Media Maven Jen Smith Intern Michelle Suez Founder Kayla L. Kurucz Special thanks to Celia Suez, Truett Petty, Corinne
Minzer, Kayla Bertagnolli, Chaundra
Concepcion Gomez, Debbie Cole,
Danny Sayers, Christie McDonald, Susan Chaney, Billy Wheeler; our European Team Garegin
Chookaszian, Edgar Teroyan, Tsovi
Chookaszian, Babken Chookaszian,
Areg Hovhannisyan; our New York
Team Lance Bell, Kristin Kernan, Tyler Bray.
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At the end of the day, it was all about the dogs, and at the end of the day only one can be crowned Best In Show, a living legend for all future Morris & Essex shows.
Best In Show was held under lights, as the seven competitors assembled in front of judge Dorothy Collier. One by one, she evaluated each of the seven dogs, sending them down and back and then one final lap around the ring. Upon the completion of her evaluation, it was time to choose the winner, to share the Morris & Essex magic and award another champion whose name would be forever in history books! Would this year's winner be a Terrier, the largest group with an entry exceeding 1,200? Or would she choose the Shorthair, whose grace and poise accentuated "breed standard." Before awarding the final placements of the day, Mr. Wayne Ferguson, President of the Morris & Essex Kennel Club, spoke a few words. He began by thanking the exhibitors for showing and attending this prestigious event. Mr. Ferguson shared that Morris & Essex 2015 was the second largest dog show in American history.
Then it was Dorothy Collier's turn. She was accompanied by club members who carried the silver trophies to be awarded to the winner. Ms. Collier also thanked the exhibitors for attending. She first awarded her Reserve Best In Show to the German Shorthair Pointer GCH VJK-MYST Garbonitas California Journey. Best In Show was awarded to the Pekingese GCH Pequest General Tso, a repeat win for handler David Fitzpatrick as he had won this prestigious award in 2010. As the day faded away, several were marveling at another Morris & Essex for the history books. Some brushed out dogs and packed away leads, while others packed the cars and headed to the next show. At the end of the day, it was all about the dogs, and at the end of the day only one can be crowned Best In Show, a living legend for all future Morris & Essex shows. The magic in the air subsided as the day ended. Tomorrow would begin the countdown to the next Morris & Essex show.
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hanksgiving: A day filled with family, memories, feasting, President of NBC Sports. After watching the movie “Best in Macy’s Day Parade, and scoping out Black Friday shopping Show,” he had an idea to recreate the movie. He reached out to plans. For 24 million people each year, Thanksgiving is also Wayne Ferguson, President of the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, filled with another tradition: The National Dog Show. for assistance. Thus, upon discussion of an annual show, the National Dog Show was born. Airing just after the Macy’s Day Hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, the National Dog Parade, the National Dog Show is sure to provide entertainShow has been an annual tradition for dog show and non-dog ment to its entire audience. show enthusiasts alike. From house to hospitals to nursing homes, the National Dog Show has brought smiles and many In 2014, it was the Bloodhound, Nathan (BIS BISS GCH memories to viewers of all ages. Flessner’s International S’cess, MT) who captured the hearts of not only viewers but judge, Ed Bivin, as well. And, it was judge In its fourteenth year, the National Dog Show is just one of four Bivin who chose Nathan for Best in Show, crowning him as Nabenched shows left in the United States. Exhibitors from all tional Champion. A kiss on the nose was the assurance viewers over the county attend this prestigious event, with the greatest needed, to know that Nathan was America’s Dog. Known for amount of entries from nearby states such as Pennsylvania, his various Best In Show wins and even winning the group at New Jersey, New York, and Maryland. Westminster. Nathan is described by as sweet and affectionate. The concept of the National Dog Show came from the Vice
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This year, seven new breeds will be featured at the annual show.
NBC will capture a variey of breeds, as well as highlighting the group winners and Best In Show. While the show is pre recorded and will take place November 14 this year, it is still the climax to any Thanksgiving Day. For two hours, it’s all about the dogs. During commercial breaks, Purina will be providing entertaining and informative commercials throughout the duration of the show. Only time will tell who will be crowned this year’s National Champion. Will a dog from the working group, finally be able to clinch the win? Or will a terrier follow his predecessors and be awarded Best In Show? Tune into NBC on Thanksgiving Day at noon to see who will be the next National Champion. For more information about the National Dog Show, visit www. nds.nationaldogshow.com.
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