Dog News The Digest Volume 30, Issue 10
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March 7, 2014
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Dog News Contents • March 7, 2014 10 Editorial 14 Irving’s Impressions By Ronnie Irving 18 Inside The Sport: The Ides Of March Or Is It March Madness? By Pat Trotter 22 Question of the Week By Matthew H. Stander 26 The Way It Is: Advanced Group Approval By Sari Brewster Tietjen 30 Entry Fees: What Do They Cover And How Far Do They Go? By Polly D. Smith 34 Bests Of The Week 38 Ten Questions Asked of Jean Boyd 42 Delegates’ Comments: Reactions To E-Line Comments Published In Dog News 46 How I Prepare To Judge A New Breed By Zena Thorn Andrews, Reprinted Courtesy of Dog World 48 Bark And Read: Wagging Tails and Storybooks Change Children’s Lives By Sharon Pflaumer Buckley, Jim Smith, Madison Weeks & Hugh Thomas, 50 Winifred H. Stout, AKC Breeder Of The Year ByAmyMike Booth, Sheila Thulin, Amy Rutherford, Virginia M. O’Connor
54 Transporting - A Controversial But Necessary Strategy In Rescue By John E. Hoffman
58 Canine Reproduction 101 Seminar By Patricia Gail Burnham 60 Bohemian Rhapsody: BRNO International Dog Shows By Vince Hogan 62 Off The Leash: AKC Aids In Local Legislation By Shaun Coen 76 The Stable Dog: German Pinscher By MJ Nelson 92 Election Nonsense, Tervs Help Prevent Poaching In Kenya And More By Matthew H. Stander 106 The Gossip Column By Eugene Z. Zaphiris 114 Click: International Kennel Club of Chicago By Barbara Miller 116 Scottsdale Dog Fanciers By Leslie Simis 118 Click: The Way We Were By Leslie Simis 123 Letters To The Editor
120 handlers directory 122 subscription rates 124 classified advertising 126 advertising rates
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JUDGES APPROVALS VERSUS DOGS HEALTH IN THE RING
One of the very basic distinctions between the world’s two largest and probably most prestigious kennel clubs in the world are the apparent disparities which exist between the American Kennel Club and The Kennel Club in the UK with regard to the use of dog shows as a positive lever in the maintenance and improvement of those aspects of canine health that are evaluated visibly in the dog show ring. For years now the British attitude has been extremely proactive in attempting to deal with what TKC considered the effect that dog showing can have on canine health and welfare. Indeed many in this country believed that the organization in the UK had gone overboard in many areas of this policy, which attitude was only reinforced by the rather clumsy way in which the procedure of evaluating a dog’s health in the ring was initially introduced at Crufts. Nonetheless TKC stuck to its guns and instead of giving in to those who insisted upon redefining the process decided to refine and even expand the program for judges to identify points of concern in certain breeds while in the ring where exaggerations or health issues in the ring are concerned. In this week’s column by Ronnie Irving the TKC’s Breed Watch Plan is explained in detail and these pages urge all concerned breeders and judges to read what he has to write. On the other hand we in the States remain as hung up as ever not on how to improve the health and welfare of the dog in the ring through the use of a judge but in how to make shows more profitable and how to provide more and more judges for more and more shows. At some juncture of our sport AKC must expand and identify those points of concern which are visible and detectable at dog shows by judges insofar as an animal’s health is concerned. Full consultation with Parent Clubs is central to this kind of development and it enables judges on a report form to provide feedback about overall health issues that are observable and within the realm of most breeds clubs to overcome.
THE LEASE QUESTIONED DISCUSSED
In the current issue of the Delegate’s newsletter PERSPECTIVES each of the four candidates were asked “What is your position on renewal of the New York lease versus relocation to another state”? A similar question was asked in the DOG NEWS QUESTIONNAIRE to these candidates in early February. Candidate
Dok for sure falls into the same old trap of citing the distinct advantage North Carolina has in “wage scale” differentiation”! But he totally failed to acknowledge that the Triangle Area of Raleigh has possibly one of the highest wage scale paychecks in America today. It is a hot place similar to Silicon Valley when it comes to attracting talent and wages. The North Carolina referenced by Mr. Dok is not the rural idealized North Carolina of old but the Raleigh area is as sophisticated and urban an area as there is in the States today. That’s not to say AKC should necessarily move from North Carolina but why use questionable if not downright spurious arguments in making an argument pro or con about any subject. Something these pages are unhappy to say Mr. Dok has done in other aspects of his campaigning as well. Dr. Garvin wisely emphasizes the need to evaluate all factors before coming to a definite conclusion but cites as New York negatives how expensive a place it is to have an office admitting though that good deals were made for the existing space. Whether New York is a hotbed of dog breeding or exhibiting is quite debatable since some of the most important shows in the world-Westminster and Meet the Breeds-- are held there to say nothing of the number of exhibitors and clubs in the tri-state area but valid arguments can be made in either direction one would think. Both Menaker and Scully seem to take sensible middle of the road non-committal attitudes insofar as to how make this kind of a decision while Menaker’s response that relocation of either office would potentially cause the organization an extensive loss of experienced personnel strikes an unhappy but valid note to us all. Not an easy question to answer and decide that’s for sure but let it be done on real facts and not fantasized or imagined myths of the past.
dog ownership and breeding rights. One of the problems encountered is that Federal Elections Rules govern who can contribute to the AKC PAC. The AKC cannot contribute to this pact, which means the PAC is required to raise funds from individuals who are members of AKC clubs. However, AKC pays all overhead costs, which means that whatever donations you may make, which are not tax deductible either, should go directly to the support of those candidates deemed by the PAC to deserve support. If individual members of each of AKC’s 5,000 clubs were to collectively contribute we could turn the AKC PAC into a political powerhouse to fight the animal rights agenda and support candidates who value a future for dogs. This is an ideal opportunity to act together with your club in promoting those ideals for which we jointly believe-look into the possibilities immediately please!
THE 2014 PAC CHALLENGE
Crufts will be over by the time most of you read this thought but for some who receive this issue at the shows it will be an on-going event. Believe us when we say this is a mammoth spectator event with more vendors probably than dogs being exhibited. These pages love Crufts and everything for which it stands but quite honestly it takes an awful lot to beat Westminster anywhere. Nonetheless it is with great excitement and anticipation that we look forward to the trip across the pond and to see and visit with all of our friends there. Both DOG NEWS and D MAGAZINE as per usual will be on sale at the OUR DOGS stands throughout the NEC, that’s a given!!!
The AKC PAC is one of the most potential valuable tools AKC has when it comes to influencing dog laws and assuring dog owners and breeders that this right of pet ownership will continue for years to come. Since its inception since 2007, which these pages believe started through the workings of Carl Ashby, AKC PAC has been supporting candidates for political office who support positive dog laws and who are willing to vote to defeat anti-dog anti-breeder laws. One of the problems in this area is to be able to distinguish between those laws which are needed to be passed and those which are proposed merely to disrupt
THE INSPECTIONS PROGRAM
Recently the inspectors of kennels for AKC held its routine staff meeting wherein the budget process was discussed. Benefits of the inspection program were discussed and for now it would appear that the program will continue but for how long and what the future of the program may be is not totally determined. It would appear that some states are starting their own inspection programs as a possible revenue enhancement for the states, which raises the question as to whether AKC will remain a vital force in these programs as well. How the USDA’s new APHIS program could possibly reduce AKC’s inspections is a concern for some although it appears to many that in fact USDA inspections are probably hurting due to the department being under staffed with which to begin.
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Impressions By Ronnie Irving
CRUFTS TV COVERAGE Crufts with its roughly 22,000 qualified dogs, takes place over four days this weekend in Birmingham, England. Like the Westminster Kennel Club Show in New York, it is regarded by people both inside and outside the Dog Fancy as something of a national institution. The UK weekly dog magazine OUR DOGS last week commented on the fact that it was good news indeed for Crufts and for the Fancy that the event is at last set to regain its previous position on mainstream television. This year one of the UK’s major broadcasters - Channel 4 – is to feature five and a half hours of coverage at prime viewing times on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings and its sister channel More4 will provide two and a half hours on Thursday and another hour on Friday evening. This is a total of nine hours broadcasting in all. That compares with last year, when by far the majority of the Crufts coverage was scheduled on the secondary channel More4.
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rufts, like Westminster, has long been recognised as a national British institution. It was dropped by the BBC public service broadcaster over five years ago after the BBC aired in 2008 a very negative TV show not just about purebred dogs but also about dog shows and about TKC. The BBC suddenly developed a hostility to purebred dogs after a forty-year period during which it had featured Crufts annually. Since that time dog owners have constantly complained at the event’s apparent disappearance from national mainstream TV coverage.
ENTHUSIASM FOR DOGS AND DOG SHOWS
The enthusiasm of the general public for dogs and dog shows has obviously been demonstrated over the years. Clearly there have been very successful viewing figures experienced in recent years by the secondary channel More4. These have obviously persuaded Channel 4 to take up coverage of Crufts in even greater measure than up to now. Thankfully we were able to persuade a dog friendly sponsor to give financial support to Crufts in the early ‘post BBC’ years and this ensured that Crufts never disappeared from the TV screens altogether. But this year it is back where it belongs – on a
major TV channel and fully back in the public eye. I can only reiterate the sentiment expressed by OUR DOGS in its recent editorial when it said that it hoped that the BBC regrets its missed opportunities and that it wished Channel 4 every success with its Crufts TV coverage.
DEATH OF SIX DAY OLD BABY
Another subject recently occupying the minds of the canine weeklies in the UK, has been the way in which the national media have dealt with the very sad death of a six day old baby after which it was reported that a dog had been seized by the police. The dog seized was a family pet and was said to be an Alaskan Malamute. At the time the police said: “This is a sensitive inquiry which seeks to establish the full set of circumstances that lead to the death of baby Eliza Mae. The detailed nature of the ancillary forensic enquiries may take some time; and we will provide further updates as the enquiry progresses.” This all happened about two weeks ago and up to the time of writing this piece there has been no formal confirmation of the cause of death of the baby. However some of the more scandal-mongering sections of UK’s national newspapers picked up this as a ‘story’. Despite the UK being a nation of dog lovers, some of what you might describe as ‘the less intellectual of the newspapers’ are always ready to attack dogs generally – both purebred and crossbred. This time they have come in for a good deal of criticism as a result. One of them, with scant sympathy for either the grieving family or the shocked Continued on page 66
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Inside The Sport By Pat Trotter
THE IDES OF MARCH OR IS IT MARCH MADNESS? I
t was Shakespeare himself that put the foreboding connotation into the middle of March when Julius Caesar disastrously failed to heed the warning which resulted in his death. And of course our own NCAA presents us with the March Madness basketball tournament that pits the best 68 teams in college basketball against each other in a frenzied fun run to the Final Four. March Madness is upon us also if we are passionate about our sport. At the 15 shows I have attended this year, there is much speculation about where the AKC is headed in these trying times as the fancy focuses on the upcoming March board election. Whether the world of dogs has the March sense of doom mentioned above; or the good competition resulting in potential success is the subject of much contemplation. Dog people want to be optimistic at the same time they face reality. That times are changing is undeniable. Here are a few issues for the Powers To Be to consider in the future: • With even the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club opening its performance events to mixed breeds, the fancy has to accept that some changes are here to stay. Survival is mandatory and how we make best use of this turn of events is of interest. If we are able to turn this into a positive win-win situation, it might result in many 18 Dog News
people seeking purebred dogs as their next performer. Kids in 4H programs as well as other activities with mixed breeds are influenced by the lure of conformation competition. I know, for my first dog was a mixed breed! Using the welcome mat to invite all dog lovers to our world is a must. It is amazing how many people have commented on this year’s Westminster agility activity starting with personnel at JFK Airport and on to the lady at my local cleaners, the supermarket checkout person and the teller at the bank. Such favorable publicity as generated by WKC is in the best interest of the sport. • Now that these dogs that are not purebreds are allowed in some events, why on earth do we bar any purebred from conformation events? Yes, I am talking about neutered animals-however not just ANY neutered purebred. If a dog or bitch has produced a litter of record, they are in the gene pool and thus defined as breeding stock, which is what the conformation show seeks. Sometimes a quality animal has to be neutered for health purposes (pyometra; prostate, etc.) yet is still capable of representing its breed in the show ring. If this animal has produced puppies that grow up to become part of the gene pool, certainly it qualifies more as “breeding stock” than the big winners that never produced at all. • How do we rectify the cloud of suspicion that hovers over the conformation world and the unfortunate concept that it’s all about politics? I have expressed the opinion repeatedly that “masking” of judges’ applications just adds to that thinking and should be terminated. Judges I know are doing their best to “get it right” in spite of the many negatives that come their way. • Another problem area that adds suspicion by questioning judges’ decisionmaking has to do with the National OwnerHandler Series. Because only the ring steward’s book has which exhibitors are designated as participating in this attraction, it conjures up the message that knowing which handlers are owners would influence the judge’s decision. Exactly how that would influence the judges is not explained. Aren’t judges there to judge dogs? The current method of hiding who the ownerhandlers are from the judge is seldom a problem when you have exceptional ring stewards such as those we usually encounter. These experts know to look for the asterisk, but the situation becomes most confusing with inexperienced ring stewards. Small shows throughout the country utilize all avail-
“Judges I know are doing their best to “get it right” in spite of the many negatives that come their way.”
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For the past several years now DOG NEWS has printed Delegate E-Mail Postings from the Delegate E-Line when these postings are sent into our offices by individual Delegates. These are unsolicited postings and are submitted by Delegates who believe the remarks should be made public. For some reason the last set of postings has caused somewhat of a furor on the Delegate E-line as to whether or not DOG NEWS should publish these postings. DO YOU BELIEVE DOG NEWS SHOULD CONTINUE OR DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE?
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Joe Holava My initial reaction and opinion is that a publication should be able to publish materials sent to them as they choose as long as it is factual and not libelous. I believe it’s the publication’s call whether or not to publish with the decision of what to publish being a reflection of the publication’s mission statement, thus separating one publication from another. The individuals submitting the information need to be thwarted in some other fashion if the delegate body doesn’t want the information published as it’s not the publication’s job! I immediately can see one big advantage of publishing the postings in that the club that is being represented by a delegate can ascertain first hand if the delegate is representing the club as they would like. If not, they can vote them out in the future. Do continue if it’s a fit for your mission statement. Ellen Charles Dog News is entitled to do as it wishes with the posts once they are received by DN. That is the law! Kerrie Kuper Absolutely continue the practice.
Cathy Daugherty Absolutely. These are open meetings are they not? And if not they should be. Dottie James Yes, I believe Dog News should continue to publish the postings. Obviously, one or more of the delegates feel that the dog show public needs to know the information or they would not have sent the information to Dog News.
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Jackie Beaudoin Yes, I believe Dog News should continue to publish these. These are comments that come from Delegates and Delegates are suppose to represent the Fancy. As the Publisher I believe you should still have Freedom of the Press.
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Thewayit is Advanced Group Approval By SARI BREWSTER tIETJEN
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t its October 2013 Board Meeting, the Directors of the American Kennel Club approved a policy that would allow judges approved for breeds (regular or permit status) constituting 80% of the entries in a group the previous year to apply for approval to judge the group. This policy, which is effective April 1st, 2014, stipulated: •”An AKC judge approved to judge breeds comprising 80% of the entries in a group competition the previous year could be approved for the group after passing the breed standard tests and submission of a $25 non-refundable processing fee per breed for the remaining breeds in that group. • The group approval would be for no more than three years, dating from the first group assignment. • May not be assigned breeds not currently approved on either regular or permit basis constituting the balance of the group. • Group status removed after three years if judge has failed to gain approval for the balance of the breeds within the group.” What this policy does is basically replace the old “key breed” approach for group approval – key breeds being those that usually garner the most entries within a group. With this new policy, it is assumed that AKC did a study determining that there is not much variance with breed entries over a course of several years. A list of all breed entries within each of the seven groups for 2013 appears on AKC’s website at http://images.akc.org/pdf/judges/2013_ Competitors_Group.pdf . Using this list, in February AKC sent emails to judges who qualify for this temporary group status informing them of the next steps if they wish to pursue approval to judge the eligible group. In addition to passing a written breed exam, they must pay AKC $25 for each breed they request temporary status in order to be eligible for temporary group status. Then if they wish to garner regu-
lar group status, they must pursue all the requirements for each “new” breed and pay an additional $25. In other words, each breed will cost at least $50. It would have been much easier, cheaper and less time consuming on the part of both the judge and AKC staff if AKC just said, “OK, you already judge 80% of the dogs within a group, we will approve you for the 20% balance if you pass breed tests for those breeds and pay us $50 for each breed.” Why this simple approach? Using the theory that a judge has the qualifications to judge a breed within a group, why can they not also judge it at the breed level? It stands to reason that if they are really bad on the breed level, then they should not be judging the breed at the group level. On the other side of the coin, there are those who maintain that a temporary judge can get exposure to quality breed dogs in order to enhance his/ her adjudication abilities when applying for full status on the breed level. The key word here is “quality” – sometimes the quality is just not there on the group level because it was either not present on the breed level or the breed judge missed the quality dog. At the end of the day what all this amounts to is the simple fact that AKC continues to make its judging approval process unnecessarily complicated when it does not need to do so. Going back to the original Smith Committee on the judging approval process, there is no reason for it to be so complicated. Everyone admits the fact that we have some good judges, some bad judges and many mediocre ones who just go along with the crowd (i.e. handlers, advertisements, who won the day
“At the end of the day what all this amounts to is the simple fact that AKC continues to make its judging approval process unnecessarily complicated when it does not need to do so.”
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before, etc.). The good judges should be encouraged to advance, the bad ones expelled and the mediocre ones held to a minimum. The entire process should be uncomplicated with an understanding that all judges were not created equal. This 80% versus 20% versus whatever just levels the playing field for all judges – those who are good, those who are bad and those who are mediocre – the later two representing those who have crept along getting a small number of breeds at a time until they acquire that 80% and temporary group status. Once temporary, does anyone really think AKC will not make it permanent when all the subsequent hoops-andhurtles have been met? If this is the case, then what has been gained? Why not just simplify the whole process? Why not just save money and eliminate unnecessary Field Rep interviews that depend more on memorization than actual in-the-ring ability? Why not just do away with the seminars, mentoring, specialty attendance and the rest of the steps that have nothing to do with actual in ring experience? There is a feeling that AKC is just trying to make everyone happy. Help the clubs by creating more group judges – if only temporary ones at that – and make judges happy by granting them group status – if only temporary – neither of which has anything to do with ability. The old Smith Committee had it right – encourage the “good” judges to advance rapidly to fill the void that was created by a stifling, arduous and expensive judges’ approval system in which many good people just refused to participate. This latest iteration is just another example of trying to treat everyone on equal footing while maintaining the “hoops-and-hurtles” that have little to do with actual ability in the ring. Temporary judges on the group level should be temporary judges on the breed level – it is as simple as that! If it is all about money, then just pay the AKC the $50 up front!
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What Do They Cover & How Far Do They Go BY POLLY D. SMITH
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n e-mail the Middle Peninsula Kennel Club received shortly after our show made me wonder if exhibitors, handlers and even club members actually realize the amount of money needed to put on a show. Entry fees can run from a low of $25.00 to $35.00 on average. From this amount the Superintendent takes out his cost of putting on the show. In our case we pay a base fee plus so much per entry. If there are additional charges not covered by the contract you will pay for the added charges. Next in line is the American Kennel Club. You will already have paid a $100 application fee for holding the show, then when the entries come in the Superintendent will withhold $3.50 per entry to pay AKC. This leaves you with approximately half of your entry fee to cover other costs. By far the largest cost to the show is the facility, be it indoors or outdoors with tents. For the winter shows you need an indoor facility with heat. Part of the electric is included in the building cost (lights and heat) but not the drops and outlets that exhibitors plug into to dry and fluff their dogs. At the end of the show you get your final bill. This includes additional electric charges, RV parking, chairs, tables, flags, microphone and the final cost for clean-up (in order for the building to be clean to rent again). This clean-up cost can be very high if damage has been done or dogs have messed in marked off areas. You also have to pay for the building security, bathroom clean-up and service, electric and maintenance personnel the day of the show. A big part of the cost of putting on a show is the food cost. In many of the facilities you must use their food service. You are not allowed to bring food into the building. This includes the food, charges for service, gratuity, plus food tax and city or county tax. Depending on the location you must pay county or city or both a business tax. One has to hire ring stewards. Whether professional or not there will be a fee plus lunch. You need clean-up people while the show is going on. All of this is a cost of putting on a show. Unless you have a lot of members who like to get up early and stand out in the parking lot in the cold or the heat, one must hire personnel to do this. At RIR where we hold our show they must be approved by the manager of the raceway or they will provide their personnel at so much per hour plus. Last but not least one must have judges. A good rule of thumb is to give the judge from 150 to 160 dogs a day. That number leaves room for overloads and does not tire a judge out. If you believe that an entry fee of even $35.00 can cover all of these costs you are living in a make believe world. There is no club unless the show is underwritten that can afford to cover all costs without additional add-ons. Please try and take this into consideration when you are asked to pay for parking, admittance, or for electricity.
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OF Bests THE WEEK
Scottsdale Dog Fanciers Association - Friday & Saturday Superstition Kennel Club - Sunday Portuguese Water Dog
GCh. Claircreek Impression De Matisse
Judge Mrs. Cindy Vogels Judge Mrs. Betty-Anne Stenmark Judge Mr. Kenneth J. Murray Owners Milan Lint, Peggy Helming, Donna Gottdenker Handler Michael Scott Superstition Kennel Club Old English Sheepdog
Ch. Bugaboos Picture Perfect
Judge Col. Jerry Weiss Owners Ron Scott, Debbie Burke, Heather and Colton Johnson Handler Colton Johnson Faith City Kennel Club of Wichita Falls - Saturday and Sunday Standard Poodle
GCh. Dawin Hearts on Fire Judge Mr. Merle Taylor Judge Mrs. Nancy Hafner Owner Linda Campbell Handler Sarah Perchick
Cyclone Country Kennel Club of Ames Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
GCh. Shandalee Fireworks
Judge Mrs. Andre Schoen Owners Dawn Sealy & Nancee Bailey Handler Laura King Hawaiian Kennel Club Welsh Terrier
GCh. Shaireab’s Bayleigh Maid Of Honor
Judge Mrs. Janet McCray Owners Sharon Abmeyer, Keith Bailey, T. Lee, X. Xie Handler William Kamai Connecticut River Working Dog Association I & II Samoyed
GCh. Pebbles’ Run Play It Again Ham Judge Mr. Dana Cline Judge Mr. James White Owner Amy Kiell-Green Handler Andrew Green
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How did you decide on your kennel name?
What was your most disappointing dog show loss?
Rivergrove because the river flowed through our property in MI
When one of our greater dogs lost the National to another one of our dogs.
Who is/was your mentor in dogs? Paul Strong
Can you forgive and forget?
Forgave that judge but haven’t forgotten. Later that judge gave our dogs BOB and BOS.
What was your most important dog show win?
Our first National-one of 10 for Rivergrove!
Which two people would you have face off on “Survivor”? Doug and Barry.
Questions Jean Boyd ASKED OF:
The last book you read? Seabiscuit.
You get your news from CNN, Fox News, PBS, local or none? Fox.
Would you rather judge or win best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club? WIN!
You would like to be remembered as? Master breeders.
BORN: SAGINAW, MI • RESIDE: BROOKEVILLE, MD • MARITAL STATUS: MARRIED ALMOST 40 YEARS • ASTROLOGICAL SIGN: LIBRA
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COMMENTS Delegates React To Their E-Line Comments Being Published In Dog News
THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS WHICH HAVE APPEARED ON THE DELEGATE E LINE WERE SENT TO THESE PAGES BY SEVERAL FELLOW DELEGATES WHO BELIEVE IT BENEFICIAL TO SHARE THEIR VIEWS WITH THE FANCY AT LARGE.
Should delegate postings on this Elist have been published in Dog News (Feb 7,2014)? Dr. John F Davidson Illinois Valley KC John, Each post on the Delegate’s enlist contains the following disclaimer: “It is unreasonable to assume that a post placed on this list will not be forwarded or reproduced beyond the recipients of this list.” Dog News will print what it chooses. This list has never been expected to be privileged or confidential. Steve Gladstone List owner “The problem with quotes on the Internet is that one can never really be sure of the source.” ...... Abraham Lincoln Sally Allen Central IN KC Abraham Lincoln?? And here I thought Al Gore invented the internet! Susan Sholar BRTCA After reading Jack’s post (below) I went back and looked at Dog News again, and then looked at my archive. I don’t think the Dog News snoop needed the permission of the person sending on the post. There would be implied permission since the post was very close to verbatim, 42 Dog News
which would indicate someone from our august body simply forwarded, perhaps to someone outside the Delegate body or directly to the reporter. No matter. The fact remains it went outside. It isn’t a matter of national security but it is a concern. Exactly what is our role as Delegates? I think it fair to ask since my experience consists of two Delegate meetings so far. In my naïve way, I took my election to mean I am to support, not subvert the mission of AKC in the advancement of the sport. If I were to agree with everything the AKC does, then I might as well be on AKC’s staff, and not in the Delegate body looking in. A good example might be the recent decision permitting younger dogs participation. There has been a bit of an uproar, and now AKC will re-visit the issue. It doesn’t mean they will change it, but at least it was not so cast in stone as to not be reconsidered. Inside the Delegate body, we should have open dialog, but not necessarily complete agreement. Once the majority vote is in, unless it is patently wrong it should be up to us to get on board. At the risk of raising the ire of a Delegate or two, I considered the copy and paste job in Dog News to be bad judgment on the part of a Delegate, whether sent directly, or sent outside to someone who, in turn, forwarded to Dog News. I expect that from Dog News, the poster child for stirring the pot. They will seek out any controversy which might exist or be rumored to exist, because controversy causes readership. I Continued on page 74
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The following article is reprinted with permission courtesy of Dog World. It appeared in the “From The Archives” column by Simon Parsons in the January 31, 2014 issue.
15 years past - Jan 9, 1998 Few all-round judges have ever risen to the top as rapidly as ZENA THORN ANDREWS, breeder of the phenomenally successful Drakesleat Min Wire Dachshunds and Irish Wolfhounds. Tuftonian recently asked how she prepared herself to judge a ‘new’ breed. Here is her reply.
Editor’s Note: Zena Thorn Andrews is the only All-Breed Judge so recognized in Great Britain. At this juncture of the American Judging approval system being under such scrutiny these pages strongly believe that her philosophies about how she prepared to judge new breeds would be interesting and constructive reading for all judges in the States today.
How I Prepare To Judge A New Breed By ZENA THORN ANDREWS
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HERE was an interesting comment in Friday’s World of Dec 19, meaning how could anyone learn enough to judge eight new breeds a year, and give a worthwhile opinion on any individual breed? I think Tuftonian is naïve in imagining any judge starts to judge a new breed and is instantly qualified to award CCs. Of course not – for example for just one of my breeds I was passed for in 1997, Parson Jack Russell Terriers, I have been judging them regularly since around 1973 at hunt terrier shows, long before they received official recognition, and had well over 100 classes under my belt before tackling them at open shows. Since they were recognised I have judged Parsons at 12 shows, one ch show without CCs and a terrier club open show, a total of about 60 classes since 1990 and a total entry of 229 dogs. Added to my hunt terrier shows that adds up to a pretty fair experience. 46 Dog News
Club-run seminar I own every book on the breed going back to the Rev John (Jack) Russell’s own memoirs and have all the early Fox Terrier books. I have attended a club-run seminar with one of the speakers, my old friend Bernard Tuck from Devon, one of the true stalwarts in keeping the breed up to the standard the Parson would want over the past 40 years. I have been round a well known breeder’s extensive kennel and well know the difficulties in the early days of registrations of the various crosses and types and their results. I hope when I judge the breed at Crufts I will have a fair background of knowledge to impart. It is not beyond a person of average intelligence to learn and constantly to upgrade their knowledge of several breeds at once. When last in Portugal I sat with a great breed expert on the Estrela and learned several new facts about the breed, what particular breed points we must not lose and what to emphasise when judging.
My policy has always been: 1 Get yourself an extensive library; 2 Keep an open mind; 3 Practice makes perfect Before I even acquired my first show dog I bought club year books and every book available on the breed. I bought books on anatomy and movement and more importantly I read them and absorbed the knowledge. I used my eyes and watched the judges, quickly picking up that some were far better in their manner, deportment and results. This grounding gave me a good edge over other competitors both in the ring and when breeding. 475 CCs If you understand the mechanics of construction, particularly shoulders, this will enable you to progress much faster than the average breeder. Now I have bred or owned the winners of 475 CCs and have always been Continued on page 86
Introducing
Best In Show & Multiple Group Winner
Brynnmawr ‘N Seaplume’s
Ford
We want to thank Judge Mr. Peter J. Machen for Ford’s exciting Best In Show win from his last time at the 12 to 18 class. Looking forward to seeing what the future brings for Ford and Klayton Owners: Caryn Stevens & Matt O’Farrell “Seaplume” Breeder & Co-Owner: Kathy Rost “Brynmawr” Expertly Shown by Klayton Harris & Jessica Starbuck Dog News 47
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Wagging Tails and Storybooks Change Children’s Lives
By Sharon Pflaumer
Photos courtesy of OnEdition/Kennel Club
During National Storytelling Week, February 1-8, 2014, bestselling children’s book author Anna Wilson supported therapy dog reading programs in schools across the United Kingdom. The objective of these programs is to improve the rate of literacy among British youngsters. Wilson’s support of them came in light of some rather shocking statistics. The National Literacy Trust revealed that only 25% of the children it surveyed in the UK said they read during their free time and more than 20% said they were embarrassed to be seen reading. 48 Dog News
Bestselling children’s book author, Anna Wilson, with students at the Vallis Primary School and Reading Dog Percy, the Clumber Spaniel. Vallis School is in Frome, Somerset, in the southwest of England. Wilson went there to observe children reading aloud from her books, Pup Idol and Monkey Madness.
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ilson’s participation was sought because she has written several children’s books on animal themes. She also is well known because of her affiliation with the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA), a charitable veterinary pharmacy in the UK that provides pet care and medications when owners can’t afford them.
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On Thursday, February 6th, Wilson visited classrooms at Vallis First School in Frome, Somerset, where she observed children reading a story aloud to a “Reading Dog.” Wilson brought along a copy of her book, Pup Idol, which is a about a dancing dog that does Heelwork to Music. She was inspired to write the story after she attended a Heelwork to Music Competition. (Note: Heelwork to Music is known as Canine Freestyle in the US.) National Storytelling Week was Wilson’s first involvement with a therapy dog reading program, where a dog sits and listens as children read a story aloud to it. “Because the children didn’t know me, I was afraid they might be reluctant to read aloud in front of me since they normally just read to the dog. I thought my presence might make them nervous and self-conscious,” she says. To the contrary, Wilson found they were quite comfortable reading aloud in her presence, which was quite amazing considering they were nervous and uncomfortable when reading aloud in front of their teacher and parents in the past. After the children finished reading a story aloud to the dog, Wilson read aloud to it as well. “I wanted to reinforce the idea that it was a good thing to do and that anyone can do it,” she says.
The Bark and Read Foundation
The Bark and Read Foundation provides support for charities that provide therapy dog reading programs in schools in the UK, i.e., Pets As Therapy through its Read 2 Dogs Program, Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ), Dogs Helping Kids, Caring Canines, and The Google Literacy Project. The Foundation, which is funded by the Kennel Club Charitable Trust, began providing financial support for these charities in 2012. Since then, many of the children participating in therapy dog reading programs have significantly improved their ability to read aloud and developed more confidence when doing so. In fact, all of the schools involved in the Bark and Read scheme, which is provided at no charge to them, reported a marked improvement in the reading levels of their
Anna Wilson reading aloud to Percy, the Clumber Spaniel, as part of the Bark and Read Foundation Scheme, which is supported by the Kennel Club Charitable Trust.
pupils, with many noting a more positive attitude toward reading than previously seen. Wilson believes the improvement was possible because of the dogs’ calming effect on the children. “Whereas a teacher or a parent might make the children nervous when they read aloud by correcting them, the dog is completely nonjudgmental,” she says. Research has shown that children can be nervous and stressed when reading to others in a group. Overcoming this fear and fostering a love of reading is the first step on the way to improving literacy, which is where the dogs come in. Because they’re a relaxing, non-judgemental “reading buddy” as Wilson says, they help build the children’s confidence when they read aloud. Because the children feel more confident and thus more comfortable when reading aloud to the dog, they are more willing to do it. Because they are more willing to do it, they are more willing to practice it. Of course, the more they practice, the more proficient they become.
Distractions And Other Barriers
“These programs are especially important now because there are so many distractions in children’s lives like computers and television that get in the way of reading,” Wilson says. Another problem is the fact that many families in the UK don’t have books in their home because they don’t value reading. “Many parents don’t set aside time to sit down with their children and read to them. When I was a child, I had a story read to me before I went to sleep every night. I don’t
think that happens so much anymore. Even when families do set aside time to read to their children, I suspect it’s done with a sense of urgency to get it over with because everyone is so busy. In that event, the child is likely to feel pressured,” Wilson says. Because reading is no longer a regular part of most children’s lives, it’s a nerve-racking experience for them when they go to school and are expected to do it. “The beauty of reading to a dog is that it takes away any pressure the children may feel,” Wilson says. “The dog never criticizes them, corrects their pronunciation, points out they’re reading too slowly or missed a word. Because reading to the dog is relaxing, it makes the children more open to reading and even developing a love of it.” The program breaks through another barrier as well: “getting into the story.” “When children spend time reading a book to a dog at school, they suddenly realize they’re enjoying the story. Then, they might ask the teacher if they could take the book home so they can finish reading it. If they have a pet dog at home, as a lot of British families do, the children might take the book home and read it aloud to their own dog. Then, they don’t have to wait for their mum or dad to sit down with them to read. It’s a brilliant scheme for getting children past thinking they can’t read at home,” Wilson says.
Life-Changing Ramifications
Needless to say, reading is an essential life skill. “If children don’t learn how to read, they can’t advance their education because the ability to read is necessary to understand other subjects,” Wilson says. “They also wouldn’t be able to function well in the workplace when they become adults. Their lives would be incredibly limited, in many ways, if they can’t express themselves on paper or when speaking.” Given the above, there’s a lot more going on with Bark and Read sponsored Reading Dog programs than meets the eye. They have far-reaching effects on the future lives of the children who participate in them. For more information about therapy dog reading programs in the UK, visit www.thekennelclub.org.uk/ barkandread. For more information about Wilson and her children’s books, visit www.annawilson.co.uk. Dog News 49
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am honored to be asked to write a tribute to Winnie Stout for being awarded AKC Breeder of the Year. Winnie has devoted much of her adult life to breeding and exhibiting Smooth Fox Terriers, having bred or finished over 300 Smooth champions. Winnie has a passion for our breed that is the result of many years of being a hands on breeder. She is quite famous worldwide for her Quissex Smooth Fox Terriers and has been a Board member of the AFTC for many decades as well as past President and Board member of the Fox Terrier Club of New England, equally as long. Winnie is always available to serve in any capacity be it rescue, newsletters, show committees or breeder referral. Winnie’s knowledge of Smooth breed type, conformation and pedigrees is unequaled. She has been both a friend and mentor to most all of America’s Smooth breeders. Winnie is a valuable resource to advise all with questions on breeding, exhibiting, grading litters and Smooth Fox Terrier health concerns. I first met Winnie as a young teenager while she was living in Cambridge, MA. I acquired my first Smooth from her back then and I am pleased that almost 50 years later we are still friends. As a young adult, Winnie was there to help by selling us our initial foundation stock to establish Buckleigh Smooth Fox
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Terriers, along with sound advice on establishing our breeding program. Smooth Fox Terriers have improved so much in the past fifty years and Winnie’s Quissex Smooth’s have had a valuable impact in our breed’s present day success. All Smooth breeders are fortunate to have had Winnie as a friend and mentor. History will prove that Winnie, like the Farrell’s, the Wear’s and a few other leading Smooth breeders, through their devotion have influenced Smooth Fox terrier breed type for many years to come.
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can say without fear of correction that no one has had a greater dedication, put in more hours, hard work, tears and toil to the betterment of the Smooth Fox Terrier than has Winnie. There is NO doubt that she truly has found the secret to breeding top Smooths whether it be strictly from her wonder-
ful Quissex lines or a mixture of outside blood which she regularly uses. Until very recently she prepared and exhibited her charges by herself. That she has been designated The American Kennel Club Breeder of the Year is truly fitting and proper. I was so pleased to be able to celebrate the occasion with her. On top of all her hands on with her dogs has been her hands on with The American Fox Terrier Club. She is “breeder referral”, “rescue”, the “Annual”, a major part of the annual silent auction and does an enormous amount of behind the scenes work on every Newsletter. We are so very fortunate to have someone among us with the seemingly unlimited talent Winnie possesses but also the willingness to share as she does so freely. To this extraordinary lady we should all join in offering CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU!
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fundamental law of rescue is that one can only place a dog if one can find someone willing to adopt that dog. Many in the humane community assert that there is an overpopulation of pet animals and that euthanization can be substantially reduced only by significantly restricting breeding. There may or may not be an overpopulation of pet animals. The data does not really exist to answer the question. What is clear, however, is that there is a mismatch between the demand for pets and the available supply of pets. In particular, there is more demand than supply for puppies and young dogs of small size, and an oversupply of older larger dogs. This is recognized by virtually everyone who has studied the issue. For example, in a 2009 presentation to the AVMA convention in Seattle in 2009, Andrew Rowan, then Chief Scientific Officer for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), presented a Powerpoint slide with the following information: USA Puppy/Dog Market - 2008 72 million dogs in 45 million households 12% Annual Turnover (8 million deaths) Dog population grows about 1 million a year
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Therefore - need 9 million puppies a year Maybe 1 million go through shelters – but few shelter puppies on West Coast, Mid-Atlantic and NorthEast Rowan continued on to say that the shortage of US puppies was encouraging the business of importing puppies. Further limiting breeding in the U.S., he said, was counterproductive because it would result in more importation of puppies from countries where there was less regulation and more abuse than in the U.S. Another of Rowan’s Powerpoint slides showed that in 2007: “As many as 300,000 puppies a year are being imported, based on early estimates, according to G. Gale Galland, veterinarian in the CDC’s Division of Global Migration and Quarantine. 54 Dog News
Transporting A Controversial But Necessary Strategy in Rescue By John E. Hoffman The big problem facing shelters and rescue groups is that many people buy puppies with no clue (a) that puppies do not come with OFF switches, (b) that puppies chew, poop and pee if left alone all day, (c) that puppies and adult dogs need people to spend time with them if they are to be socialized, (d) that dogs get sick and also need routine veterinary care, (e) that vet bills are often expensive, and (f) that dogs need grooming, which also costs money. As a result, those buyers tend to dump their dogs a few months after acquisition when reality raises its ugly head. (I was recently told by the rescue coordinator at a California shelter very close to the Mexican border that many people who surrendered their dogs to his shelter actually thought that the well-groomed puppies they bought would stay that way without further attention or expense.) Like humans, dogs tend to have more medical problems as they get older. As a result, people who buy a puppy or adopt a young dog, without the financial resources to properly care for the dog, often dump the dog when it gets older and they are faced with a vet bill for more than routine vaccinations. One shocking statistic: About 1,000,000 animals enter California shelters annually, and only about half make it out alive. (The numbers are better for dogs than for cats, but the slaughter of dogs is still enormous—and would be far worse were it not for the large number of dogs rescued both in the State and out of the State.) The breed that benefits most from transporting is Chihuahuas. There is a vast oversupply in California because so many are smuggled in from Mexico and sold to people who buy on a whim, but demand exceeds supply in parts of the country further from the Mexican border. People who live in more affluent areas tend to be better educated and more responsible on the whole than are people who live in less
affluent areas. The result is another imbalance in supply and demand. The more affluent areas tend to have more demand for rescued dogs than there is supply and the less affluent areas tend to have more strays and fewer adopters. In five years of doing rescue, I have never pulled a dog from the shelter operated by my local animal control agency. That is because I am lucky enough to live in an area served by a shelter that manages to place almost all of the dogs that come into the shelter, other than those who are terminally ill or too aggressive to place safely in new homes. As a result of these demographics, dogs have to be transported from areas of oversupply to areas of undersupply in order to save lives. That is true even when dogs are being euthanized in areas to which dogs are being transported. Why? It comes back to the fundamental rule that one can only place dogs for which adopters can be found. Many shelters are having to euthanize older animals, those with health problems, and large breed dogs (particularly Pit Bulls and similar breeds), even as they have more demand than supply of “young happy fluffies.” Sadly for the older and larger dogs, a prospective adopter who wants a small young dog is not likely to walk out with a senior dog or a large breed dog instead. Like politics, rescue tends to be local. I know about rescue on the west coast. I suspect rescue in other parts of the country faces similar problems and finds similar solutions, but I cannot speak with expertise on what occurs outside of California. My personal experience is with transporting within California. My rescue group, California Miniature Schnauzer Rescue (CMSR), has no problem placing young purebred Schnauzers in either northern or southern California. However, we occasionally have to move dogs between northern and southern California depending on where we Continued on page 94
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Canine Reproduction 101 Seminar By Patricia Gail Burnham
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he first word was an email from the AKC notifying fanciers of a Canine Reproduction 101 Seminar to be held at the University of California Vet School on 1 March, 2014. It was only a week away, but I managed to sign up on-line. They had two options. You could attend in person or on-line. Davis is only thirty miles from home so I opted to drive there. There were 208 of us filling the room to overflowing, predominately dog breeders with a few vet students sitting in. And 250 folks had signed up for the on-line option. It was heartwarming to see that many dog breeders in one place. There were more folks that I didn’t recognize than I expected. We rarely know many breeders outside of our own breeds. The conference started with Dr. Bruce Christensen speaking on “Ovulation Timing Physiology.” I expected him to be speaking mainly about progesterone testing, but he advocated doing vaginal cytology to tell when to begin progesterone testing, so we heard quite a lot about cytology. Dr. Christensen is the head of the Small Animal Department that UC started on October 21, 2013 specializing in Theriogeneology (Reproduction and Fertility.) The Theriogenology Service is led by Drs. Bruce Christensen (chief of the service) and Ghislane Dujovne, both boardcertified in the American College of Theriogenologists, and Dr. Autumn Davidson, who is a Diplomat of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine with a special interest in small animal reproduction and fertility. They work together with other board-certified specialists from the VMTH’s Small Animal Internal Medicine and Small Animal Surgery Services. The service provides routine and advanced reproductive care, including breeding management, insemination including surgical and trans vaginal inseminations, pregnancy diagnosis, Caesarian sections and much more. In addition to clinical care, the service
provides experience for veterinarians participating in the VMTH’s resident training program to become reproductive specialists under the faculty’s tutelage. Also, as with every service at the teaching hospital, the Theriogenology Service will provide clinical experience for senior students of the topranked UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. The rest of the agenda included: Managing the Male Dog and Semen Evaluation by Dr. Ghislaine Dujovne Canine brucellosis and Herpes virus by Dr. Camilla Scott Testing for Canine Genetic Diseases by Dr. Danica Bannasch Neonatal Care by Dr. Autumn Davidson And Planned C Section by Dr. Autumn Davidson Each presentation lasted about an hour and they were very interesting hours. I was particularly interested in Dr. Davidson’s presentations. In the early 1990’s she had frozen 31 straws of semen from my Greyhound SBIS Ch. Suntiger Silver Falcon CD. We didn’t get around to using any of them until 2013 when the ideal bitch needed someone like Silver for a sire. The result was six lovely puppies. I wrote a thank you note to Dr. Davidson with a picture of the kids and left it on the lectern. When you spend years freezing semen it must be encouraging to hear that it has been successful. Her presentation on neonatal resuscitation was very detailed and helpful. We had been notified that lunch would be provided and we were expecting sandwiches but were met with a hot Mexican smorgasbord. Participants were offered tours of the main hospital next door, one for the faster eaters at lunchtime, and one after the seminar was over. Both were well attended. Since this seminar had succeeded beyond its organizers’ hopes, they are planning on holding a second one next March and were inviting suggestions for next year’s topics.
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One heartwarming detail was that at least two of the seminar presenters were pure bred dog breeders. Dr. Danika Bannasch breeds multi titled Duck Tolling Retrievers and Dr. Davidson of multi titled Labrador Retrievers. At a time when the Animal Rights folks are trying to make breeding a bad word, it is good to find vets that don’t buy into their propaganda. Over the years I have found seminars to be good places to shop for outstanding veterinarians. My best diagnostic vet came out of a seminar that I attended in the early 1980’s. His presentation was on hypothyroidism. And later he used some of my dogs for another presentation at a vet conference on liver tumor clusters. The best vets like to help educate dog owners and other vets. It means they have interests beyond the bottom line of their practice. And that is a good thing.
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that tests are being developed to identify carriers of genetic diseases, the presentation on Genetic Testing was very helpful. Dr. Bannasch was not advocating specific tests. For the list of breed tests she referred us to the Canine Health Foundation web site and several others, but she did warn that there is no standard for doing genetic testing. That we could start a testing business in our garages. She recommended researching test facilities before we chose one, and encouraged the use of those that were associated with Universities that do research. •Publication in a peer-reviewed scientific journal means that the science has been evaluated by an independent group of scientists. •It does not mean that they recommend testing, or that each lab that performs the test has the same Quality Control as in the paper. •Most of the time, ultimate proof that a mutation is causative of the disease is NOT available. She did suggest evaluating genetic diseases by severity, age of onset, and frequency. Every single presentation at this seminar taught me something and some of them taught me a lot. Having been in dogs for sixty years, that is amazing. We don’t know it all. Even the handouts and posters in the building were eye opening. The pamphlet on the Veterinary Genetics Laboratory said that they already have a test for Osteogenesis Imprefecta (OI) in Dachshunds. (A popular show Greyhound sire carried OI and we really need a test to identify carriers in his descendants.) And one of the lobby posters was the history of an older dog that developed a nasal tumor. Those are usually a death sentence. For this dog they tried freezing the tumor and managed to cure him. You might want to attend next year or, if you are not in California, attend on-line. And by all means suggest topics for next year’s seminar. They are already talking about reserving a much bigger room. They did say we were the largest group that had attended any UC Vet seminar.
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Rhapsody By Vince Hogan
BRNO INTERNATIONAL DOG SHOWS
The author gives insight into this big show in Eastern Europe and how it might cope with the forthcoming European Dog Show in October 2014. R
emember the old hit song by Queen, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’? Ever wonder where Bohemia was? Now you know…it's part of the Czech Republic, the old Czechoslovakia as it was. Prague is the capital of the country and that’s in Bohemia; and the dog show? Well that’s 200 kilometres down the freeway to Moravia and a city spelt as Brno. Say it as if it’s a cold day in New York, with the emphasis on the Brrrr! This was the sixth time the weekend of two international
CACIB shows has been held and over the two days attracted an entry of 8033 dogs, which is quite an achievement. YES, eight thousand dogs in case you thought you read that wrong and only thought this show in a part of the old communist block would be a two bit affair. The Duo CACIB Brno shows are beginning to build themselves a reputation as ‘must do’ shows in this part of Eastern Europe. The show really should have
been viewed as a dry run for the European Dog Show (EDS), which is due to be held at the same venue in October later this year. However, it was not really any different to other shows held at this time of the year other than the addition of a giant screen showing images of the show and pictures from the group judging later in the day. The same screen was used recently at the Czech Contest of Champions and clearly will be in the main ring at the EDS. Continued on page 98
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American Kennel Club recently The announced that Canine Legislative Support Fund Educational Grants were
available for AKC Clubs and AKC-affiliated federations. These grants of up to $500 are intended to help AKC dog clubs and federations educate dog owners, the general public and elected officials at the local, state and federal levels, and to protect the rights of responsible dog owners and breeders. These grants may also be awarded for specific projects such as public outreach events that highlight AKC positions relating to pending state and local policy issues. Lord knows there is an abundance of local and state legislative issues that affect dog owners, breeders and clubs and these grants can provide extra funding for materials, travel, facility rentals and other operational items. Though the amounts may seem small, every nickel helps on the canine legislation and public education and outreach fronts. For more information on these grants contact the AKC’s Government Relations Department at doglaw@akc.org. The AKC is also offering tips on PR and Social Media to help promote clubs. Though the AKC often gets a bad rap for its lack of major media PR campaigns, there’s no denying that its efforts to ramp up its social media presence have certainly been effective. The AKC now has almost 1.2 million likes on Facebook and is engaging visitors to its web pages for long periods of time with inventive and quirky messages, photos and interactive polling games, such as a March Madness inspired tournament that pits 64 breeds against one another in brackets, a la the NCAA basketball pools so popular online and in offices across America, to ultimately name the most popular breed of dog. According to Chairman Alan Kalter’s February report, “AKC fans across social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Google Plus grew by more than 60 percent last year.” Clubs looking to increase their awareness and membership may want to consult the AKC’s Social Media Tips for creating Facebook Groups for Clubs or log on to facebook. com/about/groups to learn more. With some 40 state legislatures currently in session, much of the nation’s dog owners and breeders are facing some legislation that will greatly impact their ability to own or breed the dogs of their choice. Additionally, on the local level, many communities are also facing issues. As Polly Smith points out in a column in this week’s issue of Dog News
(see page 30), dog show entry fees only go so far, so AKC clubs and federations may want to inquire about those new CLSF grants being made available to them as they take on public education efforts and attempt to enlighten legislators about the issues they are facing. There have been great strides made recently on breed-specific laws, with many communities on the local level as well as the state level repealing BSL or instituting an all out ban on this type of legislation. And in areas that still have BSL policies in place there are signs that the conversation is starting to turn. The Yakima, WA City Council, for instance, voted to keep its breed-specific law in place but has indicated that it will consider breed-neutral dangerous dog ordinances in the future. The AKC’s Government Relations Department reports that it has sent a letter to the council supporting a repeal of the BSL law and it is continuing to work with local clubs (apply for those CLSF grants!) and owners to see this change come to fruition. Also on the local level, both Albany, GA and Madison, WI are mired in “pit bull” issues. The Albany, GA city commission approved on first reading an ordinance that would require registration of “pit bull” dogs and would require owners to maintain $100,000 liability insurance or a $15,000 surety bond, as well as requiring stringent enclosure requirements. The ordinance defines “pit bulls” as American Pit Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers and any dog displaying the majority (emphasis mine) of physical traits of the breeds. How one would define a majority of physical traits to determine a breed is unclear. Apparently enough people were also concerned with this overly loose and vague definition, as the measure was tabled at a Feb. 25th meeting. Champions of the bully breeds as well as those opposed to discriminatory legislation should maintain a close watch on further developments. The Madison, Wisconsin City Council is seeking to require the sterilization of all “pit bulls” over five months of age in what it claims to be an effort to address shelter overpopulation. Once again, the definition of a “pit bull” and the methods of determining whether or not a specimen falls into this category leave a lot to be desired and a lot to be concerned about should you happen to own a mixed breed dog of a certain look or size. The ordinance defines a “pit bull” as an American pit bull terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or any mixed breed displaying “similar physical characteristics.” Of particular concern is that the Public Health Department of Madison and Dane County are permitted to inspect any dog to determine if it meets this definition. Whether or not they will be trained by or working with veterinarians to make this determination isn’t addressed in the ordinance. While there are exemptions made for “show dogs” in the ordinance, the AKC, of course, doesn’t officially recognize the “pit bull” as a breed, rendering a portion of it moot. For the exemption to apply, the owner of the dog must provide documentation with pedigree information and verification that the dog has participated in at least one AKC, UKC or ADBA conformation event in the past 365 days, and this must continue for the life of the dog to maintain the exemption. In addition, no female may produce more than one litter a year and owners must
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allow their breeding facility to be open for inspection. There is still time to help sway opinion in this matter. (Again, AKC clubs and federations may want to apply for those CLSF grants to help in this area.) The proposal was approved by the Public Safety Review Committee and opposed on a 4-4 vote by the Board of Health. It is expected to be considered by the Madison Common Council in the next few weeks so time is of the essence. Contact the Madison Common Council members now to inform them that mandatory spay/ neuter and breed-specific legislation have been ineffective wherever they’ve been implemented and that there are better alternatives to promoting responsible dog ownership: (http:// www.cityofmadison.com/Council/ councilMembers/). The issue of breeding restrictions has been steadily appearing on dockets and agendas across the country. A stakeholders meeting was to be held in Lee County, Florida this week where breeders and dog owners were to provide input on the Lee County Services Ordinance that was approved on February 4, 2014 and goes into effect on May 1. Those unable to attend can also email Director Donna Ward at dward@ leegov.com. Significant changes were made to the Lee County animal control code including breeder licensing, warrantless inspections, mandatory spay/neuter and restrictions on keeping dogs outside. Though the AKC rallied the troops and local fanciers responded, the ordinance was approved as recommended by Lee County Domestic Animal Services. This meeting, along with emailed comments, may be a last ditch effort to help protect the rights of responsible dog owners and breeders in Lee County. Over on the West Coast, the news is a litter brighter. The Pasadena, CA City Council has chosen to defer a proposed breed-specific mandatory spay/neuter proposal. The issue is far from dead, however, so all are encouraged to continue to reach out to the Pasadena City Council to enlighten them on the ineffectiveness and mandatory spay/neuter and breed-specific legislation. All eyes should be on Houston, Texas also, as the city’s animal shelter and adoption facility, BARC, is drafting updates to the city’s animal ordinances. The original draft would have essentially eliminated hobby breeding in the city, as it would’ve considered all breeding of dogs to be commercial, requiring commercial permits, and all non-commercial breeding of animals would have been outlawed. Sounds like the animal rights extremists’ dream come true. The AKC’s Government Relations Department continues to work with Houston area dog owners and enthusiasts but all hands are needed to ensure that such a stipulation never materializes – in Houston or anywhere else. Comments can be addressed to: barc.aid@houstontx.gov
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community even printed a huge front page headline which said “The dog ate my baby’s head”. As a result various newsagents in the locality decided to stop selling that newspaper and withdrew it from their shelves.
TKC SWINGS INTO ACTION
TKC and the Alaskan Malamute Club of the UK swung quickly into action and made some very relevant points which were widely picked up by most of the press and other media. They were both highly sympathetic to the family but both also pointed out that, basically, dogs are dogs and, irrespective of the breed or size of the dog, they shouldn’t be left alone with a new baby. The KC spokesperson made the point very effectively on various radio and TV interviews that incidents of this kind have little or nothing to do with the breed involved. They have far more to do with the situation. She even added, perhaps controversially, that such circumstances are even more unpredictable if a rescue dog is involved and where that dog’s exact background and the way it has been raised are therefore unknown. As a result some of the other daily papers, while obviously being sympathetic over the tragic death of such a young child, nevertheless came to the defense of dogs. They pointed out that the offending newspaper had totally lost sight of the message that it should have been getting across. Namely that the relationship between dogs and human beings, especially in a family situation, should never be taken for granted. The point was made that any dog can be dangerous in the wrong circumstances and that any big dog is almost bound to be more dangerous than a small dog. Even more importantly they said that when a new baby arrives in a family, the position again changes and the tensions caused by that arrival become even more fragile.
HUMAN BEINGS FAR MORE DANGEROUS
But what I thought was one of the most important issues raised by some people was the fact that human beings are far more of a threat towards man than dogs are. It was pointed out that the annual average number of human murders recorded in the UK in the ten years to 2010 was just over 750 a year. By contrast the point was made that the average number of deaths a year in England as a result of dog bites was 4. This was: “roughly the same number as accidental deaths caused by contact with bees, wasps or hornets and was less than a tenth of the number caused by people accidentally falling off ladders!” The headline grabbing and sensationalist nature of some parts of the UK national media has to be seen to be believed but on this occasion the prompt, thoughtful and strong defensive reaction of TKC and the breed club had its effect and calmed down the worst of the potential public anti-dog reaction.
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Finally this week a short piece updating US readers on the latest position on the way TKC is dealing with the positive effect that dog showing can have on canine health and welfare. I mentioned a few weeks ago the veterinary checks that have to be carried out before Best of Breed winners for certain breeds are allowed to proceed to compete in the group at major shows. That was what caused such a furore two years ago when it was introduced, perhaps rather clumsily, at Crufts. I mentioned that this procedure is nowadays just accepted by most people as a standard part of dog showing. TKC held a major conference for judges last week to explain the latest moves that it has introduced on the health front and the message was enthusiastically received by the vast majority of the judges present at the event. The project has been called TKC’s ‘Breed Watch’ Plan, which is now designed to be an early warning system to identify points of concern in certain breeds where exaggerations or health issues are being detected at dog shows. Information is being gathered from feedback provided by judges. Full consultation with breed clubs has been central to the development of this process. All pedigree breeds have been allocated by TKC into one of three groups.
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Each category is not set in stone and any improvement in certain health or exaggeration issues can in due course cause breeds to move from one category to the other. Naturally the reverse could also be the case.
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Each judge at championship shows for categories 2 & 3 breeds will be given a list of specific conditions to look for in the particular breed but are asked to watch out for others which include: • Lameness including hopping. • Inappropriate temperament (refusal to be handled, timidity or aggression) • Discharge from eyes or signs of discomfort. • Obvious skin disorder or ear irritation. • Exaggerations that would make the dog unsuited to the breed‘s original purpose. • Significantly over or under weight. In addition every judge at major shows will for any breed have the option to report any observations on a simple form which will be provided as part of their judging book. All judges of Category 2 & 3 breeds as described above, at points shows will be issued with a report form, which enables them to provide feedback on the overall health issues that they may have observed.
A LEVER FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
TKC will analyse all of this information going forward and breed clubs, breeders and judges will be asked to play particular attention to the resulting conclusions. The data will also be used to decide which breeds should be included in which category in the future. This will determine which breeds will or will not have to be subject to the standard veterinary inspection process, which currently applies to only 13 of the UK’s 207 breeds. The point of all of this is that TKC is determined, and in my view quite rightly, to demonstrate that dog shows are very much a positive lever to be used in the maintenance and improvement of all those aspects of canine health that can be evaluated visibly. Dog shows do lead the way in the development of purebred dogs and TKC is determined that this lead will always be in the direction of better canine health and welfare. The veterinary surgeons who were present at TKC’s Judging conference, some of whom were major critics in the past, were very complimentary about the amount of progress that has been made in this sphere in the last few years. It seems to me that, thankfully, these issues are coming together very well and very successfully in the UK these days – but then I am bound to be rather biased!
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able personnel from 4-H kids to local volunteers as ring stewards, and it is most confusing to all when there are large specials classes that cause delays while the situation is sorted out. Such added attractions are good for the sport if they don’t cause confusion and delay, so why not designate who is eligible for the Series? • Once upon a time it was deemed unthinkable that a judge would know which actual dogs-much less their armband numbers-were entered. Now the judge can pull up the catalog on-line in the early morning before entering the ring and know exactly what dogs and handlers to expect in the ring. Should AKC make some kind of ruling on this? For those of us who are old school it truly seems ridiculous to “mask” the owner-handlers and prospective judges at the same time the catalog is on-line for all to see, including the judges before they go to work. And since many professionals wear their PHA pins and other such association designations, why bother to “mask” others? Do some in the Owner-Handler Series consider this a bias to overcome?
In many ways these attractions take the place of the long lost sanctioned matches and fun matches of yesteryear, which were the schooling environment for some great judges of the past. It is my understanding AKC’s Events Department advises show-giving clubs to do that very thing and requests that regular judges be notified in advance if they will be called upon to participate. Furthermore, since many of the same dogs appear in the added attraction groups as well as in the regular groups, exhibitors might prefer another opinion on that day. And if remote clubs are unable to locate those to fill these voids, regular judges asked in advance are usually happy to do so.
“Thankfully, kennel clubs are waking up to the fact that judges of the regular groups in most cases should not be assigned the special attractions groups for several reasons.”
• And of course the judges have many varying opinions on how they plan to deal with the two-show format in one day that they are facing. Is AKC going to expand the number of dogs one can judge on one day? Evidently not, even though some judges have already exceeded that number when special attractions are added. The 175-dog limit is based on breed entries and does include 4-6 Puppy Classes and sweepstakes. Consider that a judge at a recent show had 175 dogs in the regular classes, three regular groups to judge (two of which the judge on that day had not judged any of the breeds) and then three Puppy Groups and three National Owner-Handler groups. The grand total of dogs on the day was estimated at more than 250 dogs! I’m happy to report that the judge laughed it off and took it in stride.
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• How to best utilize the Bred By Exhibitor Class is another subject that needs reviewing. Since this class replaced the Limit Class decades ago, breeders enthusiastically entered their dogs and loved their wins from this class. However, once the BBE medal was offered to only those that won all of their championship points from the BBE class, breeders were forced to show their medallion hopefuls in the BBE class regardless of their age. This put the breeders in a bad position because if the puppy got points out of the Puppy Class, it lost its eligibility. Thus, a suggestion I love would be to include a Puppy BBE class that would negate puppies having to compete against mature stock in the regular BBE class and enable them to launch their careers on a level-playing field. Yes, March is upon us, and it often a most important month that points us in certain directions. Let’s hope our leaders will learn from the past and help us go down the more logical and reasonable paths in our quest to nurture our sport. Maybe March Madness was my problem when I mentioned in a previous column that Tim Brazier might retire. Indeed, his Reserve BIS Westminster winner is retired but not Tim himself. We can look forward to Tim handling more of his perfectly groomed and presented Poodles in the future. You go Guy!
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always wonder if it is the canine version of the tabloid newspapers. We have a rule at family gatherings at my house, rare but they do happen. The rule is no discussions of religion or politics. Maybe we need a similar rule for information going outside the Delegate body, as in no postings, copy and paste, or forwarding of email discussions UNLESS, cleared through a monitor of the site. We have the rule for Perspectives, it is clearly defined, and I hope, adhered to. We should focus on getting back to making the sport better, instead of wasting time eroding the foundation. We are the champion of all dogs, but we have a particular focus on purebred (purpose bred) dogs. If we want to go outside with postings, let’s make them positiveswe support re-homing dogs, we are developing a canine disaster trailer plan, we are encouraging juniors and providing scholarships, etc. To hell and beyond with HSUS. We should have cut them off two decades ago, but were so caught up with our tunnel vision as to ignore the elephant in the room until it was almost too late. Now, we should focus on what we are, be positive about it, and keep it to ourselves if it doesn’t exactly fit what we individually think, but is approved by our majority. Then we go outside as unanimous and positive. Maybe I’ll need to have my keyboard taken away after this one. Speaking for myself and not my club. Jon M. Green, CLU, ChFC AKC Delegate, Central Ohio Kennel Club Simply stated, there is no such thing as a confidential email, even on sites that might be password protected. Were the original senders of the emails quoted recently in Dog News asked for permission to use their messages or even advised that their posts were being sent
to Dog News? That, at least, would have been courteous. Not that I would expect Dog News to bother checking whether or not that had been done. Jack John F. McCullagh Blennerhassett Kennel Club There may be instances where Delegates want to discuss issues in a broadcast of the narrative via the Delegate mailing list. The inability to keep information confidential within the Delegate body if posted on the mail group might have a chilling impact on frank and open discussion. With that in mind, does it not make sense to re-visit the policy and make provisions for sensitive discussions? My idea for consideration is that it would not be difficult to have any member Delegate post, along with their message, a header that this is sensitive or private information to be kept within the Delegate body. Whomever is responsible for the list can easily compose a palatable header for such messages. If any message contains a confidentiality header, it should not, as a standing rule, be incorporated into any forward or reply. This might open the floodgates for far better ideas. If a message is too sensitive, then good judgment might suggest it not be posted at all, but handled more directly. We do have telephones, postal services and private emails for hypersensitive documents. I don’t know of any particular instance where confidentiality might need to be observed, but I do read the dog magazines from time to time. If they can find a dissatisfaction niche, they will exploit it. Great disagreements breed interesting press breed readership. We have not all been purveyors of the best judgments in the world but it wouldn’t hurt us to think of all the bad things Continued on page 78
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The Stable Dog by M.J. Nelson
Do you own a Doberman, a MinPin, an Affenpinscher, a Giant Schnauzer or a Miniature Schnauzer? If so, you owe a big debt of gratitude to the German Pinscher because without their influence in the background of these breeds, they wouldn’t exist or at least not in the form in which they currently do. What’s more, according to the people who own them, German Pinschers contributed much of the athleticism associated with these breeds. 76 Dog News
Tika, (Ch Clefell’s Katitzi CD BN RE OAP OJP CGC) one of Anita and Allen Dengler’s German Pinschers, runs through the weaves on an agility course.
Raya (Ch MACH Xitamitz Raya CDEX RE MXB MJS OF CGC TT NW1 TDInc), Mick and Sharon Gregory’s German Pinscher, was imported from Sweden. Despite their success with her, Gregory said that he doesn’t think the breed is the easiest to train.
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riginally used as a stable guardian and rat and mouse killer, these working farm dogs became prized for both their vermin hunting skills and their instinct to protect their owners’ homes and families. Indeed, German Pinschers can be downright possessive of their owners. “One of the things I teach my dogs right away is that they don’t own everything they see and they don’t need to be in charge. I teach them that once I go out the front door or gate, whatever they see doesn’t belong to them. The breed is not by nature dog aggressive but they tend to want to guard or protect you from everything. They have to understand that you are the boss and in control of everything. Once they understand this, they are much better canine citizens. That said, they are extremely intelligent and built for action.
Chevelle (GCH Spirits Ceriinan Enebys Chevelle BN CD RE NAJ NA CGC RATI TDI DSRD), Valerie Schluter’s German Pinscher, loves barn hunting.
Attie (UKC GRCh Ch MACH3 Windamir Salsa Des Charmettes VCD1 TD CD RN NF MXB MXS MXC MXG MJB MJS MJG MJC MJB2 AXP AJP), one of Betsy Spilus’ dogs, on an agility course.
They were bred to be both personal and family protectors. You don’t have to teach them to be protective of family or property but rather to be social. Their desire to be with you in everything that you do is a great asset, incidentally, when you are training them,” said Valerie Schluter, who owns GCH Spirits Ceriinan Enebys Chevelle BN CD RE NAJ NA CGC RATI TDI DSRD (“Chevelle”). “German Pinschers are an intelligent, active breed and their natural abilities for performance are endless. They love to run, chase, hunt and work which pretty much covers all the performance activities. Whether it is agility, obedience, rally, tracking, lure coursing, barn hunting, herding or any other ac-
Soleil (Ch MACH PACH Windamir Cirque Du Soleil CD RAE MXG MJG MXP7 MXPS MJP6 MJPS PAX2 MXF MFB TQX MFP MFPB TQXP T2B T2BP), Diane Sutton’s German Pinscher, was the number one dog in the breed in agility in both 2012 and 2013.
tivity that interests you, the German Pinscher is capable of doing it. As an owner, you just have to find out what motivates you and your dog and then go do it. It is important to remember that breed standards were not written to be two-dimensional pictures of the dog. They were designed to describe the whole dog and how each piece fits into the puzzle and since all purebred dogs were bred to serve a particular purpose, all the conformation ribbons in the world cannot define a breed if the dog doesn’t have what it takes to do the job it was meant to do,” said Anita Dengler, who with her husband Allen owns Am/Int/UKC Ch Dabney’s Sweet William CD BN RE AX AXJ CTC
Another historical job for the breed is herding, which Chevelle also does.
Soleil was initially re-homed with Sutton by her breeder.
ATTS TDI (“Willie”) and Tika (Ch Clefell’s Katitzi CD BN RE OAP OJP CGC. “German Pinschers can turn on a dime, they have explosive acceleration and they are light on their feet. These physical attributes combined with their work ethic and desire to please their owners results in a powerful but controllable partner for serious competitors. Regardless of your training goals, these multi-tasking dogs will help you achieve them. I’ve jokingly said that we are ‘speed dating’ dog sports to determine each dog’s preferred activity and while one dog may like a certain sport more than some other activity, the only sport that has been a no-go so far was dock
diving. My dogs and most German Pinschers aren’t thrilled about being wet. But it is important to keep in mind that German Pinschers are different from many of the other working breeds. Most breeds think first and then react. German Pinschers react and then think. This type of instinctive response requires a much deeper understanding of dog behavior and has introduced me to techniques and philosophies that have greatly expanded my training toolbox. The breed’s origin is essentially as a resource guarder so it should come as no surprise that this trait is one you should anticipate. It is important to teach a dog a ‘trade’ command at an early age as this Continued on page 110
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we can inadvertently do, and then head off what we can. It is still a sport and egos prevail. How we curb our discussions or control them can mitigate damage. We have our foot in the bucket often enough. Censorship isn’t a good idea, but blaring indiscretion from the rooftops, the other extreme, isn’t either. We can disagree with one another internally all we want, but when we go public, it should be a united body. Speaking for myself, and not for my club. By now you are probably getting tired of my posts. Sorry. Jon M. Green, CLU, ChFC AKC Delegate, Central Ohio Kennel Club John, Dog News has published stuff from this list before. I have no problem with it personally. I assume that once I hit “send”, nothing is private. I am perhaps more wary of reaction of my fellow delegates than I am of the general public ☺. In December, shortly after Eukanuba, one of the posts they shared was mine. It was innocuous. When I read it, I thought: wow, someone with my very same opinion and experience! How cool is that? And then I saw that it was my own post. No, I was not contacted prior to publication, but again, I do not assume anything is private. Even when I have a declared “private” email exchange with someone, I always know it really is not. That someone may decide to use whatever is private in ways that I did not imagine… and once the info is out, you can’t get it back – so I don’t say things I would not say in public – if anyone even was interested in what I have to say. Marylyn DeGregorio AKC Delegate, Taconic Hills Kennel Club Jon, congratulations on a well-thought-out and well-written post. Family disagreements can be constructive and educational, but the front we present to the outside world should be supportive of AKC and purebred dogs. 78 Dog News
I tend to agree with the folks who say there is no expectation of privacy on the internet, so we should write as if we expect the post to show up in Dog News tomorrow. I do think it is sad, though, that we have no written forum where we can discuss issues openly, disagree even heatedly, and know the conversation will stay in-house. Discussions and debate are critical. I have actually been known to change my mind about issues I was SURE of through reading this list, and I’m as stubborn and narrowminded as the next person. It’s difficult to have honest debate though if you don’t know who will be reading your comments. The only solution I know is to have the controversial debates at the actual forum at the meeting. It’s discouraging though that we can’t continue those discussions here. Sharyn (for myself) Sharyn Hutchens Shenandoah Valley KC Thank you Sharon. Most post on our list are rather boring. However, the fact that one of us has taken our ability to express thoughts and opinions with a sense it is “in house” to a national publisher, I find troubling. You are correct in that sometimes a topic brings up things we may not have comtemplated, thereby, changing our opinion on an issue. We also do not have unlimited time for these discussions during committee meetings. Maybe the person that did the copy and paste of our list should come forward and explain their thinking. Why was this so important that he/she thought it was appropriate. No there is no guarantee of confidenciality of our list, but I for one, assumed when I had the invitation to sign on that it was for the ability to discuss issues on upcoming agendas. The idea of one of us disclosing discussions without the knowledge and permission of those involved would never have crossed my mind. I consider such action an offense to all who share on this list. i am not upset and do not blame Dog New for publishing what is sent to them. I, for one, just did my last SHARE. Susan Sholar BRTCA Continued on page 82
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This is funny (probably not the right word) thread. Anyone who has used any form of the Internet in the last 20 years, knows that nothing is private. Period. Say what you want to say in a way you are willing to defend if called out about it. Personally, I’ve been made fun of, ignored and dismissed as new/invisible on THIS list.....so why would I think it would be different if bootlegged? ...except someone actually read what I said. One just has to accept that there are very few times we can refute an email. So be prepared. Also, as others, I need to better proof read my stuff; that quote from Abe Lincoln...the first word should have been “The.” Sound bites and video clips are previous worries...now...no matter where we post we must be careful; which brings us back to the caucus.... As a group in one room...we terrify me. We placate the silly and allow the forty-seventh I’ve got to get my name on the record somewhere timers, and dismiss anyone else we may not recognize...... and frankly, by then our butts are tired! Be that as it may, that is our safest place to talk as Delegates. Maybe the time is now for more folks to attend and the discussions become more productive. But, Sylvia, that takes courage many of us don’t have..... Sally Allen Central IN KC The Delegate’s List......and Dog News.....power to the press! Johnny Shoemaker Regarding a delegate columnist for Dog News, Johnny Shoemaker writes a column for that publication after the delegate meetings and does a very good job of encapsulating what goes on at the various committee meetings. When Connie Vanacore was a delegate, she wrote a delegates’ column for them as well. How much better it is to have the reporting done by someone who was actually there than by someone who heard from someone who heard from someone else what went on. Do not ever think that this is a closed chat list. We have many people on this list that were but are 82 Dog News
no longer delegates and I welcome them to stay, because they add to the conversation. Is there such a thing as too much information, as long as that information is accurate? I would much prefer that someone, anyone, read in my own words what I have to say than to get it secondhand and wrong. What is said on this list and what goes on at the committee meetings, the forum, the caucus, lunch, everywhere, always gets out and always has. It’s just so much better when it’s the truth. Gretchen Bernardi Mississippi Valley Kennel Club Gretchen, I have only received Dog News since January. Thus, I didn’t know about the delegate- written column. Without knowing, I thought maybe Dog News could cover the meeting and report. Having Johnnie do it, makes much more sense. Does he also cover all of Monday’s events? I wonder if Dog News would allow Johnnie to send the column out to this list AFTER it is published in Dog News. I am sure there are other delegates who may not be receiving Dog News. I wonder if Steve would be willing to alter the privacy statement to say: Comments on this list are for delegates’ eyes only and violations could lead to being purged from the list. Steve is the list owner and has and can configure this list however he wishes. That is his prerogative as list owner. I know! I know! It’s the internet and nothing is private, To me, however, having someone forward these posts to someone else or another EList is not as bad having one’s comments appear in a national magazine without permission. Or do we all agree that these postings are now apt to be published in Dog News, so carefully censor your posts and topics about which you are willing to be quoted. By the way, I did agree with the post attributed to me. Had I not agreed, I would ask Dog News to indicate so in the next edition and I’m sure they would. Dr. John F Davidson, My Thoughts Illinois Valley KC
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acknowledge to have a thorough background in producing good dogs and champions. In fact I have one line of 13 champions in direct line. I did not rush into judging and turned down my first offer from Catherine Sutton of a CC judging appointment at Windsor, saying I needed more time, and David Samuel took two years persuading me to accept the Welsh Kennel Club in the early ’70s. I’ve never wanted to be second best at anything and stewarded for all the top judges for several years. This I feel gave me valuable experience. I always keep to the same formula. You can’t look at too many top dogs, or read enough on your chosen breed, or watch enough top judges go through a breed entry. I have increased my library to several thousand books over the years and have many scarce and exceptionally rare books, but it is the information they contain which makes them invaluable to me. For example what can Mastiffs in the 19th century have to do with today’s dogs? I think a lot – if you look back at the history behind each breed, and study their original purpose, you get in your mind a picture of the function and form of the ideal Mastiff, the reasons behind the Standard for the breed. This knowledge I try to put to good use in the ring. I think I have some information on just about every breed shown in the world, which I can refer to if I need it. In the last month or so, I have been asked by other judges to supply information on such diverse breeds as the Brazilian Terrier and the Spanish Mastiff, which I was delighted to do. I can give a quick run down on most obscure breeds if needed, and can look up the detailed breed points very quickly. Breed videos are extremely useful these days; if possible, get one from the country of origin of the breed. One hour watching German Teckels working on video will quickly make you realise that the Dachshund needs enough length of leg to make movement easy both above and below ground. 86 Dog News
“I’ve never wanted to be second best at anything and stewarded for all the top judges for several years.” The chests and keels which nearly touch the ground are totally useless in the hunting field, as are too long backs and too heavy bodies. Reverting to books, I would advise a potential judge to collect any and all written words, illustrations and photos of all breeds interested in. Arrange them alphabetically for easy access. Before judging say Pyreneans I would look back at Madame Trois-Fontaines’ and Constance Prince’s books on the breed, I would re-read the French translated Pyrenean Dogs by Duconte and Sabouraud, I would study the Japan Kennel Club’s great illustrated Book Of Breeds with a page of faults and virtues on the breed. I would re-read a pamphlet on the use of Pyreneans to protect rangeland sheep from predators. I would compare the British and FCI Standards to study the similarities and differences. I might look at Robert Cole’s You Be The Judge series or the Australian visualisation of the Standards. I would do this sort of work for all the breeds and at all levels of show. My second point – keep an open mind. I do judge differently now from when I started, I admit. I think that coming from two working breeds, Dachshunds and Irish Wolfhounds, which were both hunted regularly, I was a construction maniac! It just had to be well made or I would not consider it. While good construction is still extremely important and is a priority with me, I have moderated my possibly extreme views to take into account other features over the years. For instance it was many years before I could consider markings and colour as important in certain breeds, and I perhaps did not give heads their due consideration.
Starting in two breeds in which colour and heads were of very little importance (except large and well formed teeth!) to a successful working hunter, I really have to put extra thought into judging ‘head’ and ‘colour’ dominated breeds. The head of the Boxer and Bulldog are a great challenge to get on a sound and workmanlike body, and the same goes for the coat texture and colours of a Yorkshire Terrier. So as one grows older and one hopes wiser, other factors moderate one’s judging. As I have given well over 100 dogs their first CCs who have gone on to become champions I think I have some ability to retain what I have learned in 30 years and pick a good one. Decision-making My third point – practice makes perfect. The more one judges, the easier are the decisions, no doubt about that! I fail to see what the judge who goes over a dog, moves it and looks at it for what seems an age, then does the same to the rest of the class, is doing when he or she stands back and stares at them all then repeats the whole process! Surely one is JUDGING when going over the dog? It must be possible to arrive at a line-up in your mind after looking at the last dog in a class of under ten, without messing about for a further 20 minutes! A ring procedure which doesn’t vary too much and is consistent for that breed is very helpful for decisionmaking. If you can’t get practice doing it yourself, then steward for a top judge, specialist or all-rounder. Get them to give you some hints and tips as to what is going through their minds when decision-making and resolve to do as good if not better when your turn comes in the ring.
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he ultimate true sports woman. In 1967, it was our good fortune to be introduced to Winnie by Mrs. Emilie Farrell of Foxden Kennels, a friendship that has lasted these many years. Winnie has been a help to many people just starting in the breed, as well as people more established by giving advice, sharing breeding stock, and always exhibiting good sportsmanship. Most importantly, she surpasses all when it comes to rescue work in caring for and placing fox terriers in need by devoting her time and money that is required. Our hats are off to this lady and congratulations on being voted Breeder of the Year, a welldeserved honor.
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innie is definitely a role model in our Breed if not also in the Sport of Dogs. She is an ethical and honest breeder who serves the AFTC without fail. Always willing to help anyone and always exhibiting the best sportsmanship win or lose.
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first met Winnie at the Montgomery County Dog show in the mid-eighties. I purchased a young bitch from her and we have been great friends since then. What most impressed me about Winnie was her vast knowledge of Fox Terrier bloodlines. She could recite a 5 generation pedigree off the top of her head. It did not stop there, she could also tell you the qualities, both good and bad, of each dog or bitch in the pedigree. Truly a walking encyclopedia of Smooths. Winnie has been a great asset to my breeding program. She has always been eager to assist me in any way she could. Over the years we have swapped dogs back and forth. This has enabled me to jump ahead in my breeding pro-
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gram. She has also assisted other breeders the same way. I feel her knowledge and kindness has made her the backbone of what Smooth Fox Terriers are today. Not only has Winnie been an asset to the breed she has been a generous and informative person to everyone she has met. In the past when a fellow breeder or friend has suffered from hardship, she was always to the rescue, either financially, emotionally, or helping with the dogs. I have known her to drive 1200 miles to rescue Smooths from a fellow breeder that was hospitalized. Her work with the AFTC and rescue is tireless. I find no one more deserving of AKC Breeder of the Year. She is a one of a kind dog enthusiast.
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was thrilled that the AKC Breeder of the Year award went to Winnie Stout. In my opinion this award is not only for the said year, but recognition for her lifetime of dedication to our breed. As we all know, if you have a question regarding pedigrees, a particular dog’s conformation, or anything Smooth Fox Terrier, Winnie will most likely know the answer. She has been a generous mentor to me and so many others over the years. She’s bred great show dogs, great producers and has provided the foundation stock for many individuals. She is a dog woman through and through and the last of a dying breed for sure. Congratulations Winnie, well deserved!
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innie Stout of Quissex fame is without question the Grand Dame of Smooth Fox Terriers, and her name will go down in our history as one of the most influential breeders of all time. As if that were not enough, her tireless work on the AFTC Board and selfless efforts on the behalf of breed rescue are well-known. I was fortunate to meet Win-
nie early in my career in Smooths, and am honored to count her as a friend. I’m continually impressed at her fortitude, showing nearly all her own dogs at specialties and shows all over the country, which I can attest is a huge amount of work. Winnie is an amazing individual! It is unlikely that I would have enjoyed a fraction of the successes I have had without the influence of her breeding program and her many kindnesses. Her unfailing generosity and good sportsmanship are a model for any breeder or exhibitor. In looking at my 30 plus years in SFT, I am always reminded of the quote attributed to Sir Issac Newton: “If I have seen further it is only by standing on the shoulders of giants.” Truly, we have all prospered by benefiting from the good work of the giants of the breed such as Mrs. Winifred Stout, Mrs. James A. Farrell and other greats. In 1984, I was pleased to have the opportunity to acquire a lovely daughter of Macho Man that Winnie had bred (Ch Foxmoor Quissex Fantan, a stud fee puppy that went to Harold Nedell). Little did I imagine what an impact she would have on my life and many others’. So much of my success traces to her! Bred to Ch Toofox The Colonel, she became a Dam of Distinction and one of the breed’s top producing bitches, through her son Ch Laurelton Now Or Never and 12 other champions. Through them, she is still in the pedigree of almost every American and many foreign Smooth Fox Terriers in the ring even today. The Quissex influence, of course, extends well beyond that, and is known all over the world. Truly, Winnie has had a remarkable career. We all owe Winifred Stout a debt of gratitude and are fortunate to have this cultured and intelligent lady as a pillar of our breed. It is only fitting that she has been honored as AKC’s Breeder of the Year.
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most of you read this column the Board elections will be over with and I would strongly suspect Alan Kalter having been re-elected as Board Chairman. It will be interesting to see who the new Vice Chair will be--odds on favorite I am told is Charlie Garvin, which has its pros and cons as in reality does the election of anyone to these kinds of offices. I would expect that Charlie, Pat Scully and Ron Menaker will be elected to new terms of the Board pretty overwhelmingly although I hear that the natives are a bit restless with both Garvin and Scully but who is there to vote for in place of either of them I would like to know. Certainly not Jim Dok, who of late has run from what I am hearing a campaign of half-truths and even lies about people in the sport to the degree that I have changed my mind about not voting for any seated Board member as basically both Garvin and Scully are pretty honest about things as far as I can tell. Not only has Dok seemingly applied for every job opening at AKC as recently as a month or so it is said and this while he was running for the Board attempted to update and apply for a field rep position. Talk about a perpetuating conflict of interest situation it is Mr. Dok and his priorities for sure. More than ever
before am I convinced that at least both Tom Davies and Judi Daniels made a strategic error in timing in not running for this Class of Directors presuming either one of them are interested in returning for the Board as did anyone else with the Board on their minds for the future. I considered both Charlie and Pat very vulnerable at this time but others apparently were not willing to take a chance. Too bad for us and them is all I can opine.
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mixed reactions to the Delegates as to DOG NEWS electing to publish the emails sent to the publication by Delegates interested in broadening the scope of Delegate conversations among themselves is somewhat understandable. I understand but do not agree with those Delegates so anxious to keep their thoughts private as an attempt to limit discussion amongst themselves but to blame DOG NEWS as being the “snoop” in these matters is manifestly unfair. These conversations have been sent to us unsolicited on our part for years now and certain topics seem to create more interest than others. These seem to be periodic reactions based on topics du jour but are hardly instigated by DOG NEWS but by the Delegates themselves. Most people seem to agree that if they are sent to us we should print the comments--which we do-please note this week’s Question of the Week and the responses.
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Gene Zaphiris, Gwyneth Spurling and the Anti-Poaching Unit
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a recent trip to Kenya Gene and I visited a rhinoceros/elephant wildlife Conservancy and were fortunate enough to meet some of the people responsible for this project which is of course in the middle of a huge poaching crisis for the ivory horns and tusks of both animals. Whilst at lunch with Ian Craig, whose family together with the Douglas family started these projects as early as 1922 and who is majorly involved in attempting to thwart these ghastly poaching situations by foreigners worldwide, Ian commented very off handedly as to how Belgian Tervurens are responsible for keeping the Rhinos alive at night. Well as one can imagine both Gene and I jumped at these remarks as here was a great example of pedigree dogs doing work protecting and guarding of all things rhinos and to some extent elephants as well. In addition to putting Sharon Pflaumer, who specializes in these kinds of writing projects, in touch with The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, we spent a number of hours talking and watching these dogs as well. This is one of the wonder projects of its day and to think that the pedigree dog is so usefully involved deserves the encouragement of all dog owners in America for sure. The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is just one incredible operation. We were taken to visit and help feed three orphaned by Poachers baby Rhinos aged 3 to 10 months (the eldest being totally blinded) and then two in our party, John Spurling and Pauline Kirkham, watched an operation on a female Rhino shot by poachers the evening before. What a wake up experience for all of us and one which will be further detailed in weeks to come in DOG NEWS. And then on top of all this we were taken to a Bloodhound encampment which dogs are used to track these poachers as well. You have never seen happier nor better looking and well cared Bloodhounds in your life. John was the make believe fugitive in the bush and when they found him in the truest of bloodhound tradition they were all over him kissing and licking him-so proud of their achievements were they!!! Isn’t it good to be able to report that at least in some parts of the world dogs are being used for the functions for which they were originally bred! More to come for sure on both topics. Dog News 93
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have available foster homes. Also, we sometimes pull young mixed breed small dogs who are on a shelter’s euthanization list if we believe we can network them to another rescue group that perhaps cannot get to the particular shelter in time. We also sometimes pull non-Schnauzers at the specific request of another rescue elsewhere in California, and those rescues will do likewise for us with Schnauzers in their areas. We then transport the dogs by automobiles to the rescue that asked for them or agreed to place them for us. I have learned a little about long distance transporting because I occasionally meet people involved transporting rescue dogs in the course of my rescue work. An “underground railway” has been organized that brings dogs from southern California to northern California, to Oregon, to Washington State and even to British Columbia. There are networkers who post dogs needing rescue on Facebook, and who send out emails to out of town rescues that have adopted from southern California shelters in the past. If a rescue group finds one or more dogs they wish to rescue, they then contact a coordinator who will provide them information on who can pull the dogs and take them to a temporary boarding facility, and who can then transport the dogs north. Most of the dogs being transported tend to come from low income areas east of Los Angeles (e.g., San Bernardino) and north of Los Angeles in the San Joaquin Valley (e.g., Bakersfield). Two kennels, Oasis in Palmdale and For the Birds in Bakersfield, specialize in housing rescue dogs until a transporter can pick up the dogs for their trip north. The pullers usually volunteer their services for free. For the Birds and Oasis charge a $10
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a night boarding fee, well below normal boarding charges at nearby kennels that board for the public. One is expected to make some payment to the transporters to help cover the costs of gasoline, but the transporters usually do not get paid anything more than their expenses. One concern is making sure that the dogs will be well cared for by the groups that receives them. I have no personal involvement, but I know that the people who arrange the transports use various methods to check out the destination rescue groups before sending dogs to them. For example, START (Shelter Transport Animal Rescue Team) rescues dogs from high kill shelters in central and southern California and transports them to northwestern rescue organizations, where they are re-homed. START also funds veterinary clinics in local communities to facilitate free spay/ neuter services for low-income families. According to START’s website, START requires rescue groups in Oregon, Washington and Canada to go through a rigorous application process before becoming a START partner. Among other things:
I’ve often heard opinions expressed that groups importing rescue dogs from other areas do so to make a profit. That rarely, if ever, is true as is demonstrated by a careful look at the economics. First, adoption fees are significantly less than the prices charged by show breeders for high quality pet puppies— and I don’t know of any show breeders who are getting rich by breeding and selling high quality dogs. Second, many dogs arrive at the shelters sick and neglected and/or become sick after arrival at the shelter, during transport from the shelter, or after arrival at the destination shelter or rescue group. That means more vet expenses than is generally the case with dogs owned by show breeders who can more carefully control their dogs’ exposure to possibly sick dogs. Rescue groups that import dogs from other areas also incur the cost of boarding from the time the dogs are pulled from various shelters until they can be picked up by a transporter. The cost of transporting the dogs can also be significant depending on how far the dogs are transported. Under the circumstances, it is difficult for me to conceive how any rescue group could make a profit. I do know for certain that CMSR does not make any profit. Even with our adoption fees, generous donations from people trying to help us with our rescue work, and no compensation being paid to anyone, I had to subsidize CMSR last year to the tune of several thousand dollars from my retirement savings.
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MASSIVE SHOW GROUND and A FALSE ALARM!
The event is held in the massive show grounds on the outskirts of the Czech Republic's second biggest city Brno, second only to the beautiful capital city of Prague. The Expo was first opened in 1928 and there are still hints of the old buildings around but there are now new and really large halls of which three were used over the weekend. In fact the show ground is listed as being the 23rd largest in the world! For showing they are fine; big, light, airy and with very easy access through many doors, probably just as well bearing in mind the false fire alarm which rang out on Saturday evening just as we were all awaiting the BIS judging to start. That took everyone by surprise, especially the organisers who tried desperately to find out what was going on. In the event, it turned out to be an alarm triggered in one of the kitchens which in itself sets off the automatic loud speaker announcement in three languages telling everyone to vacate the premises! This all happened just after six o clock at night and as it was dark and cold outside, many people decided not to wait for any final outcome and headed for home, or in the cases of the judges, the Holiday Inn on site. The hardy band of group winners and press photographers stuck it out and eventually the BIS judging got underway again after 7pm after the fire crews gave the all clear, but with just seven remaining group winners. A great pity for the organisers and the exhibitors but a warning not only for this committee but also for any show organiser …you never know what might happen!
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Many questioned what might have happened if this alarm had gone off during the busy part of the day, for example at the European Show. People gathering up dogs, crates and trolleys could cause quite a commotion if a situation is not well managed and it is hoped that the organisers at Brno have learnt a valuable lesson. And of course rumours soon start flying around on mobile phones, social media etc…with many suggesting (incorrectly) that this was a bomb scare. Not so. None of this should take away from the great BIS win by Olga Klimova with her lovely Bearded Collie known as Rony; both had travelled a long way from Russia on what we all now call the ‘Russian bus’ and the hardy band of Russian exhibitors and owners gave her a big cheer. A huge trophy and big rosette from OUR DOGS were presented as well as product from main sponsor Eukanuba. All a bit surreal in a near empty cavernous hall! So it was back to a warm hotel and a meal with the judges after this long and drawn out day. Listening to the judges talk at dinner it became clear
that some of those from outside the Czech Republic (about 50%) were concerned with the proficiency of ring stewards and their ability to speak English and write at speed with knowledge of the technical terms for dog judging. Surely this is an area that will be looked at by the organisers of the European dog show where even more non speaking Czech judges will officiate? I wonder what Ron Menaker (one of the judges for the EDS) will make of it all?
CZECH MATE
Another thing that has become clear to me having attended a number of shows in this country is that they do get a good entry irrespective of the financial situation and most of these are from the Czech Republic. Day one for example had an entry of 4157 dogs with only 786 being non Czech and 210 of those were from Slovakia. So what does that mean? Well you could say the organisers for the European show may not need to worry about whether anyone else comes from around Europe as you could get quite a healthy entry from the home country, plus Slovakia, Slovenia and Russia…. add in Poland and you have your show. Continued on page 102
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But that’s not truly a European show and it is important to make sure that the show in October is truly European embracing other exhibitors from Western Europe. Which in itself means that there has to be more English spoken and written in the catalogue and around the show, otherwise we get a rerun of the WORLD DOG SHOW in Paris when all non French speakers really struggled for information around the show ground. The catalogue appeared to be in Czech and German, but please organisers, accept that many of the international dog showing fraternity are English speaking… Embrace it, don’t fight it and you will be thanked by many!
TRADE STANDS
Another group that expressed concern were the trade stands tucked away in Hall G, with only two small dog rings in that hall. This meant that people had to walk especially to the ‘shopping hall’ so the stands get no passing trade. It also means that by early afternoon, Hall G can get pretty quiet as exhibitors gravitate to the main Hall P for the group judging. That’s a shame as there were plenty of shops for all manner of doggie items. I believe that the main sponsor for the EDS will be Eukanuba as they were for these Brno shows and they will be based in October in Hall P along with the International Kennel Clubs, close to the Best in Show ring. Apparently the trade stands are always allocated by the showground people, but as we all found out in Denmark for the WORLD DOG SHOW, that sort of layout with a separate shopping hall generally doesn’t work. Stands love to be mixed in around the edges of the rings. For the European show
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you would expect more stands would want to come so that is another key area that needs close attention. Of course that being said, the show does tend to progress with no other obvious glitches. People there seem to know what to do and where to go, but as I say that may change when you get the much more mixed and cosmopolitan crowd in October. Judging by the amount of entries being taking for the EDS at this event, it is already building up well; the OUR DOGS stand shared the official Czech Kennel Club booth and the girls taking entries were kept busy all day long on both days with box loads of entries overflowing with Czech crown notes by 6pm.
HOW MANY DOGS?
People were therefore guessing how many entries might come in for October and with a National show and specialities in the area at the same time it could be a pretty high number, perhaps somewhere between 15 and 20,000 dogs. Exhibitors will be travelling from all parts of Europe in cars and camper vans. All of this puts a different kind of pressure on hotels, overnight camping arrangements, catering, communication, car parking, bigger pre judging ring, more main ring stewards who need to speak different languages, more cleaning when owners fail to pick up after their dogs (a la Paris), and of course the all important Press Facilities! There was no press room at this duo show, but there will be many more reporters and photographers attending in October…they always do turn up for European dog shows and they will expect a good base room to work out of with facilities laid on. Always remember that it is the press corps who take the photos and write the words to create the right, or wrong, memory of your
show! Something some organisers fail to recognise in many parts of the world.
MAIN WINNERS
For the dog showing side, it proved to be a fabulous weekend for Russian owner handler Olga Klimova who won BIS on Saturday with the Bearded Collie Ops I Did It Again Del Coure Impavido, bred by Filippo Ripoli, owned by Olga Klimova and on Sunday BIS with Ash Grove Maddox, the Wire Fox Terrier, bred by Luisa Romanini, owned by Svetlana Kot also from Russia. So their long trip from Russia proved worthwhile, especially when you consider that these exhibitors have to get visas to leave Russia to show at events like this, and yes for Crufts too! Certainly for any visitor from the USA, a trip into Moravia in October via old Bohemia would be very interesting, not just for the stunning architecture of Prague. Freed up from Soviet rule in 1989 in the ‘velvet revolution’, the Czech Republic has developed into a modern country with a very interesting past, much of which is still on show today. Perhaps the size of the dog showing population is surprising given its relatively short history as a democratic nation once again.
THE CHALLENGES
The European Show will bring a different level of challenges for the President Dr Lubomír Siroky and his team and one that they need to continue working on right now… literally straight after the end of this latest show. There is no rest in this very important and busy year for the Czech Kennel Club and we wish them every success!
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e hear that as of 2015 the AKC/ EUKANUBA dog show will no longer hire foreign judges (what constitutes foreign, Canadians and Mexicans?) for their regular classes but will have foreign judges judge their international competition. There is no question that many exhibitors were not overly happy showing to foreign judges, many of whom they never heard of or had seen before. Now lets see who gets invited, might be the devil you know. This past weekend attending the Scottsdale dog shows to promote Take The Lead, the organization’s two hardest working members, PAM BEALE and MARI-BETH O’NEILL, spent the weekend with LINDA LOW at her Scottsdale home. LINDA sold her Connecticut home (snow shovels and all) and has moved back to the fabulous home that she and MICKEY built some years ago. Said to be the largest single breed entry dog show, the Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac will dedicate its upcoming April dog show to the late CONNIE BARTON, a founding member of the club. Flying over the pond to attend the Crufts Dog Show…DENNIS & SUSAN SPRUNG (who will cut the weekend short, to fly back in time for elections at the annual meeting), JIMMY & JANET LANGE MOSES (spending a few days in London before the
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show), BARBARA LOUNSBURY, DONNA GRANT, PAUL REILLY, BETH SWEIGART, PETER GREEN, PAM BEALE and GABRIEL & IVONNE RANGEL. The annual Iditarod is taking place as this column is being written. The annual Alaskan dogsled race is from Anchorage to Nome. In even numbered years the race is run in a northern direction and in odd numbered years in a southern direction. Two well known Californians passed away this week. ROSEMARY BLOOD, the power behind the Sacramento Kennel Club for many years, has passed away. Along with her late husband JIM BLOOD they had Great Danes and then bred and exhibited Bichon frises. Irish setter breeder BILL ALLEN has passed away. He was a popular and regular steward at the dog shows. Our sympathies to both of their families and friends. Celebrating Birthdays… NENNA FLYCKT-PEDERSEN, LOIS DEMERS, JANET YORK, MATTHEW PERCHICK, TARA MARTIN ROWELL, DON DAVIS, LEONARDO GARCINI, MICHELLE LEWIS, ALEX WHEELER, JANE FORSYTH, TOM GIGIACOMO, DAVID BOLUS, TAYLOR JOHNSON, LUKE BAGGENSTOS, PETER KUBACZ, SUSAN LOWDER, TUNI CLAFLIN, JOE WATERMAN, LETISHA WUBBELL, CHERYL LENT and LESLEY POTTS.
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will ensure that the German Pinscher does not develop resource guarding issues as an adult. Desensitization, counter-conditioning and impulse control techniques work wonders with this breed. This is a breed that definitely needs a job and with the expansion of dog sports nationwide there really is something for everyone,” said Janet Oatley, who with her husband Ron Dunn owns GCh UKC Intl Ch Dabney’s Pink Gardenia RN Ban HCT0-S RATI TT CGC (“Lucy”), Am/UKC GCh Can/Intl Ch URO-1 Dabney’s Something to talk about! NW 1 RA HCT-S RATI RATN TT (“Eddie”), who was the first German Pinscher to earn a nosework title and the first GP with a herding title, and Am/UKC Ch UWP Dabney’s Fair Warning! RATI RATO HCT-S (“Brennan”), the first weight pull champion in the breed. There are several reasons why, although rare, German Pinschers are successful in a number of activities according to Diane Sutton, who owns Ch MACH PACH Windamir Cirque Du Soleil CD RAE MXG MJG MXP7 MXPS MJP6 MJPS PAX2 MXF MFB TQX MFP MFPB TQXP T2B T2BP (“Soleil”), the number one German Pinscher in agility in 2012 and 2013. “They are strongly motivated by food and with many individual in the breed, toys. This makes them easy to train using a clicker. They have good but not excessive handler focus, which makes them good to work at a distance. Their short coat makes it easy to do conformation and performance activities at the same time. But, it is true that in many of the performance sports, like most of the working breeds, they have difficulty competing head-to-head with the herding and sporting breeds that have a higher degree of handler focus, bidability and intense toy/ ball drive. Also being a working dog, their more reticent character can be a drawback in crowded arenas. In conformation, our biggest issue is a lack of judges that really know the breed along with very small entry numbers.” According to Betsy Spilis, Ger110 Dog News
Shooter (ARBA Ch UKC GRCh Ch Blue Banners High Noon UAG1 VCD1 TD CD RE AXP AJP CGC TT) another of Spilus’ dogs, had problems with tracking until his owner realized he was indicating a direction change by turning his nose and arching his turns.
Eddie (Am/UKC GCh Can/Intl Ch URO-1 Dabney’s Something to talk about! NW 1 RA HCT-S RATI RATN TT), another of Oatley and Dunn’s dogs, was the first German Pinscher to earn a nosework title and the first GP with a herding title.
man Pinschers are easily bored with repetition. “Cross training in different events helps keep them interested and engaged. Also, they are an active breed so cross training helps to burn off energy and keep them fit. However, I think you need the right individual to be successful in a variety of events. You need a GP that has inner confidence with a solid temperament that isn’t disturbed in a variety of environments. You also need a dog with a good, balanced structure and good health and I see both of these as big concerns in the breed. I found tracking to be a real challenge with my dogs but it had nothing to do with the dogs but rather with me. I had a difficult time learning to surrender control to the dog and to learn to read the dog’s body language. I spent a year in tracking training determined to get Shooter (ARBA Ch UKC GRCh Ch Blue Banners High NoonUAG1
VCD1 TD CD RE AXP AJP CGC TT) to make sharp 90 degree turns. I couldn’t read his loss of scent behavior. After all this time, I finally realized one day that he always indicated the change of direction with a turn of his nose and arched his turns. Once I recognized this body language, he went on quickly to earn his TD. Attie (UKC GRCh Ch MACH3 Windamir Salsa Des Charmettes VCD1 TD CD RN NF MXB MXS MXC MXG MJB MJS MJG MJC MJB2 AXP AJP) was brilliant at everything and nothing was a problem with her. It’s important to keep in mind that these are working dogs and as such should be able to work. They were used as multi-purpose farm dogs in Germany and those traits need to be maintained. It’s my opinion that if a GP can’t earn a working title, then perhaps they are not a good breeding specimen.” Despite his success with Swedish import Raya (Ch MACH Xitamitz Raya CDEX RE MXB MJS OF CGC TT NW1 TDInc), which he owns with his wife, Sharon, Mick Gregory says that he doesn’t think German Pinschers are the easiest dogs to train. “They’re not all that easy to train. They can be stubborn and sometimes they have focus issues. We ran into some problems in agility with weaves and when we did nose work and barn hunting, the sniffing/scent behaviors she used in those activities created focus issues in obedience and agility. For the problem we had with weaves, I bought a set of weaves and that gave me the ability to work the weaves daily to supplement our regular training sessions. Sharon and I discovered that having two people train the same dog for various activities had more disadvantages than advantages. So, we split our trialing activities to give each of us a chance to concentrate Continued on page 112
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on whatever task was at hand whether it was agility, obedience, rally or something else. I do agility now and Sharon takes care of obedience and rally.” Dengler agreed that repetition is not a German Pinscher’s strong suit. “They can be strong-willed, manipulative and very determined. They can be serious but you also have to be aware that they can be the class clown. For many GPs, obedience can be boring as it requires a lot of concentration on the job at hand. Both of our dogs took to obedience and rally easily but just as quickly tired of the repetitive nature of the sport. Keeping a good balance of discipline, training and fun is key to a harmonious relationship with a GP in obedience. Each of our dogs had different problems. Tika is a quick study but she can be stubborn and will not tolerate any insecurities on our part. If we are uncertain or too belligerent in our training methods, she shuts down. It is also imperative with her that we make her feel it is her decision to perform and that her royal highness will be greatly rewarded for her efforts. Willie, on the other hand, is a willing participant for any job. He’s prideful, loves to work and tries hard to please but he is also a clown. He learns quickly but is easily distracted. We’ve had to accept this and just try our best to work around it so instead of focusing on perfection, we keep it light and never lose sight of the goal which is a qualifying score. We rarely do outside or all-breed shows and opt for less attended indoor obedience trials. Lessening the distractions is always a priority with Willie. One of the greatest obstacles to success with a GP is understanding their temperament. Many people assume that the German Pinscher’s temperament is the same as a Doberman’s. 112 Dog News
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That is very far from reality. Yes, they can be protective of their family and territorial like Dobes but they are much more terrierlike in personality. They can be extremely assertive, hard-headed and willful yet funloving, free-spirited and a true comedian. This means you need a balance of firm yet gentle discipline and you often have to think outside the box. What works with other breeds may prove too aggressive with a GP. You need to identify what motivates the dog and feed its ego. Make them feel important and appreciated. If you use their intelligence and wit to your advantage, a GP can do just about any sport.” Schluter added that you cannot force a German Pinscher to do anything. “They won’t tolerate force or harsh treatment. You have to outsmart them, make it fun and then they are very willing partners. The biggest asset is that most GPs love to eat and will eat almost anything so with a big food interest, training is much easier. They also yearn for praise and physical attention. However, they have a moderately high prey drive, which means they are easily distracted. When something moves, they don’t miss it and being natural hunters, they are always scanning the horizon for action. You have to keep it fun and interesting and use lots of food and focus training. German Pinschers need a strong leader who will treat them fairly, give them an opportunity to learn and allow them to be a real part of the family. They do not do well as pets who are expected to just hang out in the back yard. They need structure and they need your time. If they are left alone for long periods, they will find something to enter-
tain themselves and you are probably not going to like what they choose.” Oatley said that one of the issues the breed faces is trying to get German Pinscher owners to “think outside the show ring” and see their dogs as capable of more than conformation. “If form follows function, owners and breeders need to focus not only on the form but the function as well. Participation in dog sports will help breeders make good decisions on which dogs should be part of the breeding population. It is a lot easier to understand the importance of the breed standard when you see the live embodiment of the standard during say a barn hunt or when the dogs are herding. Masters agility competition reinforces the need for moderation both in size and substance to withstand the rigors of high level competition. It is not just appearance that determines type but drive, work ethic and the ability to function as the breed was originally intended that results in proper breed type. Ideally, a dog’s working history would be an element of any breeding decision. I’ve tried to be a good example by sharing my knowledge and experience with other GP owners. The parent club has also recently formed a performance events committee and its members, of which I’m one, encourages and educates owners on the breed’s suitability for companion and performance events. The club has also established a unique titling program, which recognizes non-AKC titles for sports that relate to the breed’s historic origin. All of these things are important to the future of the breed.”
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CORRECTION TO JANUARY STATISTICS Earlier this week we discovered, and the AKC confirmed, that the Greater Fredericksburg Kennel Club (January 8) Best in Show win for Matisse had been inadvertently logged as a Reserve Best in Show. As of yesterday, the AKC made the necessary correction. Given this change, Matisse ends up number one (vs. number two) dog all breeds as of the end of January 2014 with 11,998 points vs. Swagger’s 11,808 points. We fully understand that you rely on AKC statistics, and while the revision will be incorporated into the upcoming end of February results, if at all possible we would appreciate a more rapid change to your respective web pages and/or an acknowledgement of the omission and correction. I look forward to discussing this with you if need be. Milan Lint Doylestown, PA
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The AKC PR team is pleased to announce the most successful announcement of AKC’s “Most Popular Breeds” to date. This year’s announcement generated more than two billion media impressions and nearly $6 million in PR value. We were excited to exclusively announce the country’s top 10 breeds on top-rated Good Morning America for the first time.
Following the announcement, the annual press conference kicked off at AKC’s NYC headquarters with adults and puppies from the nation’s top 5 breeds, as well as a litter of French Bulldog puppies representing this year’s biggest mover and shaker. Nearly 30 national and local broadcast crews, photographers and journalists descended upon AKC to capture the announcement and photo-ops. National and regional releases and data were distributed simultaneously. Please visit the websites below to view a small selection of this year’s top hits: Good Morning America announcement Associated Press Wall Street Journal Reuters New York Post New York Daily News CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley Better TV USA Today Boston Sunday Globe Washington Post We hope you enjoy these clips as we continue to spread the positive message of purebred predictability. We also invite clubs to join us in spreading AKC messaging like the campaign above while achieving equally impressive results in their local media. We will have far more impact if we all work together sending consistent content across as many platforms and markets as possible. AKC can help boost clubs individual efforts with a variety of resources. The AKC Communications team offers personalized assistance to clubs on how
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two weeks after his 22nd birthday in November 1984. The trophy is awarded annually to encourage young dog lovers to become more involved in dog activities, as Shaun himself had achieved considerable success as a dog handler. The special presentation will take place on Sunday March 9th where the winners of the three different categories – 6-11 years, 12-16 years and 17-24 years – will be announced in the Young Kennel Club Ring, followed by the announcement of the overall winner. Every finalist will receive an exclusive YKC ambassador’s badge. Crufts takes place from 6th – 9th March at the NEC Birmingham - for further information or tickets visit www.crufts.org.uk. If you would like to find out more about the Young Kennel Club and how to join, please contact the Young Kennel Club team on 020 7518 1030 or visit www.ykc. org.uk. The nominees are as follows: Age Group: 6-11 years Ryan Ross, 11 Angelina Grylls, 11 Caitlin Channon, 11 Caitlin Owens, 10 Age Group: 12 – 16 years Tamsin Blyton, 12 Millie Betts, 14 Kaye Parkinson, 12 Amy Goatly, 14 Rebecca Dobson, 13 Chloe Roberts, 16 Age Group: 17-24 years Ashley Place, 18 Victoria Wilkins, 22 Amelia Siddle, 22 Tom Flynn, 19 Natalie Hedderick, 21 Laura Quickfall London, England
LEADING LIGHTS IN DOG HEALTH RESEARCH CROWNED WINNERS OF THE INTERNATIONAL CANINE HEALTH AWARDS AT CRUFTS
For the second year, leading innovative researchers and veterinary scientists who are significantly impacting the health and wellbeing of dogs will be recognised at the Kennel Club Charitable Trust International Canine Health Awards at Crufts 2014. The largest and most prestigious veterinary awards in Europe, the
International Canine Health Awards will highlight those individuals who go that one step further to promote the health and wellbeing of dogs with their revolutionary work in the world of veterinary science. The worthy winners of this year’s coveted awards will be announced on Saturday 8th March 2014 by Chairman of the Kennel Club Charitable Trust, Mike Townsend. The awards to be presented are the International Award and Lifetime Achievement Award and include prize money of £40,000 and £10,000 respectively, generously funded by Vernon and Shirley Hill of the Hill Family Foundation and Metro Bank. Metro Bank, the revolutionary high street bank which is about to open its 26th store in Epsom, prides itself on putting customers and their needs first, and this includes its innovative ‘Dogs Rule’ ethos. The bank welcomes customers and their pets into its stores, and supports regular canine friendly events including ‘adoptathons’ and microchipping. It also waives adoption fees for any customers looking to adopt a pet through Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. The awards are judged by a panel of influential representatives from the veterinary profession and the world of scientific research. By rewarding and encouraging learning and development, these awards place the Kennel Club on the international stage to recognise partners internationally and at home who are pioneers in improving the health and wellbeing of our four legged friends. Last year’s winners included Dr Elaine Ostrander, Dr Gustavo Aguirre and student, Emily Milodowski, who were nominated by their peers and contemporaries for their innovative work in dog health and developments in veterinary science. Dr Elaine Ostrander, among the most accomplished genomics researchers in the world, was chosen as the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award for her pioneering work in regards to developments in both canine health and human diseases. Dr Ostrander received £10,000 as part of her award to help towards future work. Since winning the award, Dr Ostrander’s laboratory has focused on cancer in dogs, making advances in gastric and bladder and histiocytic carcinoma. As a disease that affects so many dogs across breeds, Dr Ostrander and her team have been partnering with collaborators, breed clubs and owners to obtain and analyse samples. This work has highlighted what parts of the genome have gone awry to cause these diseases. Speaking about her award, Dr Ostrander said “Laboratories like mine
across the world are trying to find the causes of genetic disease in dog breeds, so that breeders have the opportunity to improve the health of their breed. I am most grateful to the International Canine Health Awards and for the opportunity to draw attention to our work and invite more owners and breeders to participate.” Dr Gustavo Aguirre was awarded the International Prize in Canine Health for his impressive work in the recognition and characterisation of eye diseases in dogs, applying both clinical and genetic solutions. Working alongside Dr Ostrander, he has undertaken groundbreaking research into canine eye diseases which has allowed him to identify the comparative human retinal disease genes and led to the development of treatment for human patients with eyesight defects. Dr Aguirre received £40,000 as part of his award to help finance ongoing and future projects in relation to retinal disease genes in canines. Emily Milodowski won the Student Inspiration Award at last year’s International Canine Health Awards for her research on the prevalence and distribution of a bacteria called Campylobacter in the canine intestine, which it is hoped will improve human health in the future. Emily was awarded £10,000 for a research project investigating wound healing in dogs. Speaking about the International Canine Health Awards, Emily commented: “Winning the Student Inspiration Award was a huge achievement for me and so far it has proved a great opportunity for my own development both professionally, and within the research field. The £10,000 prize has also meant a lot for my own research. Since being presented with the award at Crufts last year, I have been able to carry out my research investigating the chronology of the recolonisation of surgical wounds by commensal bacteria in the post-operative period.” Emily will be presenting her research findings, alongside her previous research into canine wound infections, as a part of a Clinical Research Abstract at BSAVA Congress 2014 in April. Emily’s address will accompany other presentation regarding recent advancements in the veterinary field and further highlights the importance of research in continuing to improve animal and human health. The winners of this year’s awards, who will be unveiled on Saturday 8th March at 12 noon, have been pioneers of ground-breaking work that has the potential to eradicate specific hereditary eye problems as well as improve the treatment of and reduce the risk of damage to the central nervous system in animals and humans. Heidi Ancell-Day Victoria Brownlie Dog News 125
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