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CONTENTS April 9, 2010
14 ♦ Inside Out BY JOHN MANDEVILLE
18 ♦ The Fancy Speaks BY CINDY COOKE
22 ♦ Question Of The Week BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
26 ♦ The Upside Of The Seesaw BY SHARON ANDERSON
30 ♦ Beagles And Bicycles??? BY PATRICIA M. CRUZ
34 ♦ Bests Of The Week 38 ♦ Ten Questions BY LESLEY BOYES
42 ♦ View From The Road BY CARLA VIGGIANO
50 ♦ Meet Me In St. Louis – The Silky Terrier National BY FLORENCE MALES
54 ♦ Breed Discrimination, Importing Foreign Puppies And More BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
70 ♦ The Gossip Column BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
76 ♦ Click – Apple Valley Kennel Club BY LESLIE SIMIS
80 ♦ Click – Take The Lead Party BY JENNIFER STEVENS
84 ♦ Click – The Way We Were BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
95 ♦ Letters To The Editor 86 dog show calendar • 90 handlers directory • 92 subscription rates • 94 classified advertising • 96 advertising rates All advertisements are copyrighted and owned by DOG NEWS, Harris Publications, unless received camera-ready. Permission to reprint must be requested in writing. 4 Dog News
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10 ♦ Editorial
CONTENTS April 9, 2010
14 ♦ Inside Out BY JOHN MANDEVILLE
18 ♦ The Fancy Speaks BY CINDY COOKE
22 ♦ Question Of The Week BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
26 ♦ The Upside Of The Seesaw BY SHARON ANDERSON
30 ♦ Beagles And Bicycles??? BY PATRICIA M. CRUZ
34 ♦ Bests Of The Week 38 ♦ Ten Questions BY LESLEY BOYES
42 ♦ View From The Road BY CARLA VIGGIANO
50 ♦ Meet Me In St. Louis – The Silky Terrier National BY FLORENCE MALES
54 ♦ Breed Discrimination, Importing Foreign Puppies And More BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
70 ♦ The Gossip Column BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
76 ♦ Click – Apple Valley Kennel Club BY LESLIE SIMIS
80 ♦ Click – Take The Lead Party BY JENNIFER STEVENS
84 ♦ Click – The Way We Were BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
95 ♦ Letters To The Editor 86 dog show calendar • 90 handlers directory • 92 subscription rates • 94 classified advertising • 96 advertising rates All advertisements are copyrighted and owned by DOG NEWS, Harris Publications, unless received camera-ready. Permission to reprint must be requested in writing. 4 Dog News
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Disheartening For Sure
The letter sent out to all members of the Canadian Kennel Club asking them to assist the CKC with monetary donations in order to shore up that organizations financial instability was disheartening at best. That CKC has been teetering financially for years was a pretty well acknowledged fact in many a dog circle. The letter sent out by the Interim Chair of the Board Lee Stevens, which is reprinted in The Letters to the Editor pages of this issue, makes no mention of CKC going to either AKC or The Kennel Club in the UK for financial assistance. Certainly it is in the mutual interest of both of these organizations to keep CKC afloat and as independent of FCI as possible. Obviously a restructure of CKC’s financial operations are in order but that’s been the case almost forever now. Some kind of bailout is necessary and from the viewpoint of a southern friendly neighbor the sooner the better. Equally upsetting is the report alleged to be contained in the Swedish Kennel Club Board minutes that the Danish Kennel Club supports its governments ban on 14 breeds of dogs including the neutering of any living dogs of those breeds which presently are kept as pets in that country. That the Danish Government would pass such a decree is frightening in itself but for a national kennel club to support this kind of BSL is absolutely and totally unacceptable. The Danish Kennel Club is hosting the World Show under FCI authorization – that show should at the very least be cancelled presuming the reports reaching these desks are accurate. There is no way in the world any national kennel club should support BSL on any basis whatsoever. And those of you from the States planning on attending or showing at this World Show are urged to change your plans unless and until the DKC changes its support of the proposed ban on those 14 breeds. BSL on any level is just not acceptable – is it!!!!
Yet Another Plesant Surprise
The full page April 1 four color advert placed by the HUMANEwatch.org complimented the heretofore referred to ad in the New York Times of February 23 calling to the attention of the American public that the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) shares less than 1 percent of its donations with local pet shelters. And that’s out of a budget of nearly $100 million dollars!!! In fact in 2008 out of a budget of $99,664,400 exactly $452,371 was distributed by HSUS to hands-on shelter organizations. In the same year they made contributions of $2,532,167 to their own pension funds – that’s per HUMANEwatch. Furthermore their corporate organizational set-up is broken down in such a manner as to disguise the actual salaries earned by their officers into 30 or so separate corporations indicating $25,000 or $30,000 per person per corporation!!! Yet Wayne Pacelle accuses show breeders of paying inadequate attention to canine health ignoring the fact that the immense growth in contributions to the Canine Health Foundation since it’s founding in the mid-1990s demonstrates the dedication of the show breeder to the health of their dogs. Show breeders put their money where there mouth is!! Does HSUS, absolutely not!!! Furthermore there is no truth to HSUS assertions that the mixed bred dogs in the shelters are any healthier than the purebreds from responsible breeders – indeed most of the purebreds in shelters originate from commercial breeders who seem not to exercise the same discretion in selling puppies to owners as do most show breeders. What these pages find the most amazing is that AKC seems to have made no 10 Dog News
effort to join forces with HUMANE, watch in fighting HSUS. Or have they and these pages are unaware of these efforts. Let’s hope the latter is the case.
The Deaf Dog Fight
Well the campaign to permit deaf dogs to compete in AKC agility events is coming down to the wire and may be discussed at the Board meeting this Tuesday. The Delegate Committee voted 6 to 5 to let these dogs enter these events despite the objections from the Dalmatian Club of America which has problems with the issue. Frequently when a parent Club comes up with legitimate concerns as is the case with DCA the Board acquiesces to the demands of the Parent Club. Deafness in Dals can be a serious health issue to the point that its Ethical Guidelines call for a BAER test of all Dalmatian pups at five weeks of age and euthanizing all those pups at that age which are bilaterally deaf. Sounds harsh to many not so harsh to some. Arguing in favor of permitting deaf dogs to compete are those who say they are as easy to train as a hearing dog and that they have as much focus – perhaps more since they are not distracted by extraneous noises at the competition site. The “startle” argument rejected by proponents of the deaf dogs is a major negative insofar as many Dal people are concerned and probably rightly so. Whether one agrees with the “ethical” practice of culling pups at 5 weeks or not is really not the issue herein. This vote should not be an emotional one but a practical one as to whether or not a deaf dog can function as well or on equal terms with a hearing dog. That is the overriding issue and one which depends on expert advise. Until such advise is forthcoming these pages reserve our opinion in this matter.
Thought For The Week
Time and time again one hears of the need for AKC to develop new and outside forms of income due to the registration debacle. One of the most obvious and apparent ways to increase income has already begun in the form of a business relationship with the NGKC in China. By expanding this relationship by recognizing this kennel club – which still gives AKC room to recognize other kennel clubs in that country as well – could result in the addition of millions of dollars to AKC coffers within the next five years or so if not before. The Board refuses to act due to an old policy that a kennel club must be in existence for 15 years before AKC will recognize it. That may have been fine 30 years ago but to continue that kind of a policy in this day and age is fool-hardy. Thirty years ago AKC was virtually the only guy in town – today there are over 25 registries competing with AKC for a limited number of dogs to register. Some say the money is in China for the asking. At the very least should not there be a public discussion about the financial results of recognizing the NGKC and in changing the obsolete and outdated policy of recognition of foreign kennel clubs which lets in the Barbados but not China!!! •
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“Family Dog”
InsideOut by John Mandeville
It’s funny how things strike you. Take AKC mixed-breeds. It would be a lie were I to say I’m any kind of supporter of AKC mongrels. It’s accurate saying I’m an opportunistic tolerator. That means if AKC thinks there’s some good to come from their involvement I’m not going to get bent out of shape and say nasty things even if I think their rationale is more stretch than not. Then the March/April issue of AKC Family Dog arrived. The smiling, one ear up/one ear down mongrel on the cover complete with the tag line “AKC Welcomes Mixed-Breeds!” puts me off. Call me old-fashioned. Only purebred dogs should grace the covers of AKC publications. And I’m told by the digitally-oriented they are put off by too much electronic mixed-breed occurrences “from the website to Facebook and every place else, especially when touting events and topics specific to purebreds.” AKC’s purpose is advancing purebred dogs. Mixed-breeds are the antithesis of everything AKC has stood for, for 126 years. “Mixed-breed” is by definition an unplanned breeding. It’s not the dog’s fault; it’s not snobbery, but it is the exact opposite of planned, responsible breeding – what AKC stands for, if it stands for anything. Frankly, I don’t get AKC’s thinking they need to be involved with mutts. I find their explanations less than compelling. That isn’t saying AKC in its infinite wisdom can’t decide involvement with mutts is now appropriate. They can and they have. Not only that the delegates on numerous occasions have overwhelmingly endorsed AKC servicing mixedbreeds – nice description that. Whatever AKC’s rationalizations and however large the percentage of delegates supporting mixed-breeds, there remains one additional, crucial step – without which AKC violates its Charter. AKC must amend its basic documents (Section 2 of the Charter and Article III of the Bylaws). They define AKC as a purebred dog entity. Deleting the qualifying words “thoroughbred” in the Charter and “purebred” in Article III might accomplish this, although, obviously a rigorous word-by-word review of both documents and all rules and regulations must be done to assure providing for mixed-breeds is not contradicted anywhere. Delete those two words and AKC’s good to go… subject to that thorough, word-by-word search. Better would be deleting the two words and adding an explicit statement, such as, “any dog may participate in the events authorized by the 14 Dog News
Board,” or words more effectively conveying the intent. Better still would be stating “any animal may participate in the events… etc,” enabling the Board to add, say, aardvarks, armadillos, kangaroos, and most appropriately jackasses... at the proper time, of course. In any case at the least the limitations to “thoroughbred” and “purebred” have to be removed from the Charter and Bylaws. I mean how can they not, what with AKC expanding its purview to other than purebreds? We all have to follow AKC’s rules: All of them, not the ones we like, not some of the time; all of them, all of the time. AKC must be above reproach in adhering to its chartered purposes. Those are the rules AKC must follow. Those “rules” don’t provide for mutts. Period. They pointedly say to paraphrase, “We’re only for purebreds.” Why AKC has not already taken the relatively simple steps necessary escapes me. On numerous occasions the delegates have overwhelmingly indicated they support mixed breeds. Can AKC fear they would not get the two-thirds majority to amend the Bylaws? If the answer is yes, they shouldn’t be doing mixed-breeds. Sure a two-thirds majority is daunting. That does not change AKC has a responsibility to revise the Charter and amend Article III of the Bylaws (as well as any other place in the rules and regulations where purebred only is stated or implied). Doing so puts mixed-breeds on solid ground. It eliminates accusations AKC has administratively subverted the organization’s basic purpose – which I will gladly debate anyone, anywhere, anytime that is exactly what’s been done until the Charter and Article III’s express limitation to purebreds are amended. Oh, and by the way, if AKC counsel did not raise these same considerations and others, AKC had better make getting new representation a priority.
To the extent the course AKC is taking with mixed-breeds is an intentional decision not to pursue mixed-breeds via the onetime bruited about separate subsidiary I think they are right. Operationally, mixed-breeds are “just” another “breed” for which recording and recordkeeping has to be done. Piece of cake. Please, I don’t mean to demean what the techies have to do to accommodate mixed-breeds, but treating “mixed-breeds” as a new “breed” is presumably a lot easier than a separate subsidiary’s money-wasting reinvention of the wheel. Not to mention the inevitable risks of intertwining and blurring boundaries between AKC and a subsidiary …a slippery slope to say nothing of how dogs recorded with a subsidiary could even participate in AKC events. Aside from the mixed-breed cover dog – which, who knows may have been decreed by AKC mucky mucks – Family Dog is a good publication. Conversely then, if it was solely the editors who decided on the cover mutt, demerits for them, impossible though it is to believe a mutt makes the cover without blessings from way up the AKC food chain. So, who thinks aardvarks are in AKC’s future? •
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Fancy Speaks THE
By Cindy Cooke
Lyndon Johnson once said, “You do not examine legislation in the light of the benefits it will convey if properly administered, but in the light of the wrongs it would do and the harms it would cause ifimproperlyadministered.”Legislation that proposes increased penalties for animal abuse and barring convicted abusers from owning animals in the future sounds good until you see it in action. Here is an actual case from England:
Fifty-year old John Green of Macclesfield, England, liked potato chips and chocolate. Mr. Green also liked his eight-year-old Dalmatian, Barney, so much that he often fed the dog the same types of food that he liked. As a result of sharing Mr. Green’s politically incorrect diet, Barney was fat – really, really fat. Two years ago, someone reported to the Royal Society for the Protection of Animals that Mr. Green had a really fat dog. The RSPCA paid a call on Mr. Green and warned him that it was not good for Barney to be fat. (There are no photos of Mr. Green on the web, but I’m willing to bet he’s carrying a few extra pounds as well.) Like a lot of dieters, Barney initially lost weight, but over time, he gained it back and added a few more pounds. In June of this year, the RSPCA seized Barney and put him on their scales. The dog weighed 70 kg (about 154 pounds), well over what would be considered a healthy weight. This time, the RSPCA brought Mr. Green up on criminal charges. You read that right – criminal charges for animal cruelty. The court took Barney away from Mr. Green permanently, ordered him to perform 200 hours of community service, and ordered him to pay almost $1,300 in court costs. But wait, there’s more. The court told Mr. Green he may not own another dog for 10 years. Poor old Barney, in the meantime, is in an RSPCA shelter, eating a healthy diet, and wondering what became of the generous Mr. Green. So far, people are not lining up to adopt an old Dalmatian, despite his more svelte appearance. As activists extend the definition of cruelty to include everything of which they disapprove, those of us who use electric shock collars to snake-proof dogs, who groom our dogs by pulling out the hair by the root, who postpone euthanizing a beloved sick animal – in other words, many of us may find ourselves facing criminal charges and being banned from owning dogs in the future. Be careful what you wish for. •
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of t he Week Do You Think Term Limits For Board Directors Should Be Totally Eliminated, Kept As Is Or Extended Further? Please Explain Your Position.
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Tim Robbins I like the idea of term limits in government and in all situations where officers and Board members are elected, rather than appointed by someone in charge. This gives the constituents a chance to put someone new into the mix, rather than keeping the status quo for too long. A new face, and a new opinion is usually a good thing. If someone proves to be an extraordinary leader or Board member, they will have little trouble getting re-elected after they have sat out for a term. Those who haven’t proven themselves to be extraordinary will have a much harder time getting re-elected. Incumbents sometimes get re-elected without any opponents, so I am in favor of always having a choice of candidates in any election.
Stuart Rogell It seems to me that if term limits are not kept in place the board will become like the supreme court and you would have to retire or die to be replaced. John L. Ronald I believe rules should be effective and produce the desired effects. The current term limit rule does not seem to be working. If the Delegates support term limits, the rule should be fixed. If not, it should be scrapped. One possible alternative being discussed is a three term limit (12 years) with a full four year term as the required hiatus. Whatever is decided, the goal should be to strengthen AKC’s leadership.
Response To The April 2, 2010 Question of the Week:
Do You Think All Judges Should Be Entitled To Award Grand Championship Titles? If Not, How Would You Limit It. Margaret Reed Thank you for the opportunity to address this issue. I do not believe that every judge should be entitled to award Grand Championship points. Unfortunately, I have more questions than I do answers. For instance, what are the qualifications of the judge? What experience do they have with the breed? Are they breeder-judges? Provisional Judges? How long have they been judging the breed? The limitations I would place on the Grand Championship titles would be points awarded at National, Regional or major entry shows adjudicated by those who have extensive experience and knowledge with the breed they are awarding points too. I would also seek Parent Club involvement similar to the mentoring program which provides a list of those qualified to assist those seeking breed knowledge.
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March is always an exciting agility time of the year. First Crufts Dog Show in England followed by the AKC Agility National Championship held this year in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The AKC representative for agility was Ann Braue and her Border Collie, Scream. Scream had been on the AKC World Agility Championship team previously and is a beautiful merle color that is responsive and well trained.
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his is the second dog Ann has had on the world team; few can boast that accomplishment. There was a record-topping 26 countries entered this year. Italy, Poland, Czech Republic, and Portugal were first time competitors. Interestingly, all four countries made it to the final championship competition which represented the 16 top countries. The judge this year was Natasha Weise, a previous individual gold medal winner at the last year’s FCI world championships held in Austria. She presented some of the best designed courses to date at Crufts – challenging but doable. It was interesting to see a regular AKC type of broad jump on the courses versus the often very challenging unique style in the past, appreciated by many I am sure. A number of different breeds competed and it was great to see Wales with an excellent working Kelpie, Ireland with an Afghan, Portugal with a Bearded Collie, and Northern Ireland with a mix of Springer/Collie. I think it was the first time England had a working Sheepdog entered representing their country. This has been a controversy in England as well as the US regarding recognized pedigrees
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by Patricia M. Cruz
Beaglesand Bicycles???????
What?? Yes, in this case the Beagles and bicycles belong to Ted Swedalia and Terri Gianetti.
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nvolved with Beagles since the late 1970s, Ted should be sent to America’s VetDogs, 371 E. Main St., and Terri met, married, and established the Be(Jericho Tpke.), Smithtown, NY 11787-9897. Be sure to owulf Kennel prefix, with Best in Show, specialty mark in the comment box “Transam benefit bike ride for show, group wins, and many placings to their VetDogs” so that credit can be given and the matching credit. Terri has judged the Junior classes for funds properly allocated. Call 1-866-VETDOGS (1-866The Beagle Club in the United Kingdom and Ted 838-3647) or go to www.VetDogs.org for info on using founded Beagle Rescue Foundation of America, your credit card. A phone call to Chelsea Trafrella at which helps with funding to all Beagle Res631-930-9053 or Chelsea@guidedog.org can provide adcue groups in the US. He is especially proud of judging ditional information if needed. Sweeps at NBC Specialty in 2004. Yes, dog shows are smaller right now, and the econBut this retired plumbing and heating wholesaler has omy has been hard-hit by this recession, but the war has added something he considers ranking as high as his seen no recession and these service men and women are accomplishments with their dogs. Beginning May 6, Ted coming back to a country that has changed somewhat will be taking the ride of his life to better the lives of our from when they left. We can do much to welcome them service men and women who have given so much to their home, particularly the ones who have sacrificed so much. country. Starting in Yorktown, Virginia on May 7 and set A small donation, met with matching funds from Ted and to average 60+ miles per day, Ted will cross the US, endTerri up to the $3,000 mark, will help provide some smiles ing 89 days later in Astoria, Oregon. And all this on his and assistance for those who need it most. BICYCLE!! Ted has done this before, riding with returning serTed considers this important because it is an attempt vicemen who suffered terrible injuries. It was these to raise funds to support our troops returning from Iraq previous rides that encouraged him to try to do more and and Afghanistan, many scarred in different ways, helping the VetDogs program has been the perfect fit. them make a safe and simple return to society with the Let’s give Ted a warm send-off – wish him the best help of a beloved pet. as he sleeps under the stars beginning in May. There America’s Vet Dogs Foundation was created by the will be no plush accommodations for this traveler and Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind in Smithtown, New what will keep him going is the support his “family” in York and is tax exempt under Section 501(c(3) of the our sport will give him. You can follow Ted on his blog – Internal Revenue Code. America’s VetDogs was created tedswedalla.com. Meanwhile, Terri will be left to make to give returning veterans easy access to the best service her own lunch daily en route to her valued position as a possible to improve their lives. When wounded soldiers Customs and Border Protection Officer, stationed at JFK go through rehabilitation therapy they are surrounded by Airport with her trusted Belgian Malinois. Talk about a the men and women who have shared their experience in couple that continually give back! Talk to your clubs, Ted battle. They leave that support system behind when they and Terri are one of US – let’s show our support for this return home and this transition back to civilian life prescouple so willing to give back to anyone who asks. They ents new challenges. A VetDog provides an easier way should be an inspiration for us all. My check is in the back. mail – how about yours? • The VetDog provides assistance with daily activities and provides a social MUCHYOU CAN DO bridge: people focus on the dog, not the While the dogs trained at the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind and similar organiveteran’s disability, and this leads to conversation and acceptance. For some, zations across the US provide the dogs for our less fortunate, there is much you can their VetDog gives them motivation to do with your own dog to ensure they are safe and welcome in your community. The continue to conquer the new demands American Kennel Club has just published “CITIZEN CANINE,Ten Essential Skills Every they face in their daily lives. Well-Mannered Dog Should Know.” Like so many of their fellow AmeriAuthored by Mary R. Burch, PhD, the AKC’s Director of the its Canine Good Citizen cans, Ted and Terri believe that our abiland S.T.A.R. Puppy Programs, this is the definitive guide to the CGC Program, providing ity to enjoy our country is because of the how-to tips for teaching each of the ten skills and needed techniques en route to that sacrifice and dedication of our military. CGC Certificate. Other aspects of the sport and responsible pet ownership are also So, to that end, Ted and Terri will match covered. A good add-on to the AKC registration certificate when puppies leave for their dollar for dollar up to the first $3,000 new home. For more information contation info@akc.org or the orderdesk@akc.org , donated to America’s VetDogs. Checks 1-919-233-9767 •
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Rock On!! “Gabe” is a Top Five Shetland Sheepdog* in limited showing. He has Three Specialty Best of Breeds already.
Judge Mr. Robert Thomas
Ch. Leeason Rock My Soul Shown only Nine weekends in 2009 and he was in the Top Ten.** We will continue to selectively show this outstanding dog.
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Chintimini Kennel Club - Saturday Standard Poodle Ch. Brighton Lakeridge Summer in Hampton Judge Mrs. Barbara Dempsey Alderman Owners Toni and Martin Sosnoff Handler Tim Brazier
Silver State Kennel Club (1) Welsh Terrier Ch. Bayleigh Shaireab’s Super Hero Judge Mrs. Murrell Purkhiser Owners Marilyn Jacobs, Keith Bailey & Sharon Abmeyer Handler Jorge Olivera
Onondaga Kennel Association Bearded Collie Ch. Tolkien Raintree Mister Baggins Judge Mr. Jon Cole Owners Ellen M. Charles, Larry & Angela Stein, Susan Ross, Robert Lamm & Lesley Woodcock Handler Clifford Steele
Newnan Kennel Club Greyhound Ch. GrandCru Clos Erasmus Judge Mrs. Patricia Hastings Owners Melanie Steele & Rindi Gaudet Handler Rindi Gaudet
Central New York Kennel Club - Sunday Bulldog Ch. Kepley’s Showbiz Razzle Dazzle Judge Mrs. Keke Kahn Owners J. Fisher, R. Speiser, B. Wolfe Handler Phoebe Booth Finger Lakes Kennel Club North Country Kennel Club Pekingese Ch. Palacegarden Malachy Judge Mrs. Bonnie P. Threlfall Judge Mr. Jon R. Cole Owners Iris Love, Sandra Middlebrooks & David Fitzpatrick Handler David Fitzpatrick Scottsbluff Kennel Club II Kuvasz Ch Szumeria’s Wildwood Silver Six Pence Judge Mr. Kenneth Buxton Owners Mercedes Vila, Lynn Brady, Connie Townsend, and Claudia Muir Handler Diana Wilson Chintimini Kennel Club - Sunday Whippet Ch. Starline’s Chanel Judge Mrs Judith Goodin Owners Lori & Carey Lawrence Handler Lori Wilson Douglasville Kennel Club of Georgia Skye Terrier Ch. Cragsmoor Buddy Goodman Judge Mrs. Peggy Hauck Owners Carolyn Koch & Victor Malzoni, Jr. Handler Larry Cornelius
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Clinton Iowa Kennel Club II 15” Beagle Ch. Torquay Midnight Confession Judge Mrs. Phyllis Wolfish Owners Mr. and Mrs. Marco Flavio Botelho & Marcelo Chagas Handler Marcelo Chagas Clinton Iowa Kennel Club - Saturday Old English Sheepdog Ch. Lambluv’s Gambolon Blue Thunder Judge Mr. Edd Bivin Owners Kay Richardson and Jere Marder Handler Jere Marder Kern County Kennel Club - Saturday Irish Water Spaniel Ch. Poole’s Ide Bonnie Brook Judge Mrs. Denys Janssen Owners Sally Lewis & Lois MacDonald Handler Jennifer Isley St. Petersburg Kennel Club - Saturday Pembroke Welsh Corgi Ch. Riverside In The Dark Zone Judge Mrs. Sari Brewster Tietjen Owner Deb Shindle Handler Jane Myers Scottsbluff Kennel Club - Saturday Pug Ch. Kenshei And That’s The Way It Is Judge Mrs. Cindy Vogels Owners Sheila Kessler, Kent Meyer, Doug Huffman Handler Doug Huffman Peninsula Dog Fanciers Club Australian Shepherd Ch. Whidbeys Moonlight Frost Judge Mr. Jerry M. Watson Owner Laurie Thompson Handler Molly Exner
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What is your favorite dog show moment exclusive of a win?
Watching my Mom go Best at Westminster - it was a culmination for her of a life’s work.
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“You know?” Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
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I wish I could play a guitar on a Which professional level. talent would you most like to have?
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Who is your real life hero or heroine?
My Mom – she overcame unbelievably diffucult obstacles to rise to the top of the game.
5 6 7 If you could change one thing about yourself what would it be?
My boyish good looks – they always get me in trouble.
Other people think I am: A nice guy
How would you describe yourself in a personal ad?
Friendly, outgoing, and fun
8 9 What was your most embarrassing moment at a dog show?
Showing my first Whippet when I was five or six with my Mother giving me handling tips. I knew more then than I do now.
Which judge, no longer alive or judging, do you miss the most? Annie Rogers Clark and other really expert dog people
10questions What do you miss the most at dog shows?
Causing chaos with Evan Threfall and Grant Stebbins as kids
Asked of Brian Kirk Born: York, Pennsylvania Resides: New Milford, Connecticut Marital Status: In a relationship
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THE BEST IN SHOW AND SPECIALTY WINNER CH. SOMERRI DUNHARROW’S DEVIL RAY FLASH Group Sec ond in Syracus e Judge Mrs. Gayle Bontecou
THE NATION’S NUMBER ONE* NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND Is On The Move In The East With ANOTHER GROUP PLACEMENT! Our Appreciation To Judge Mrs. Karen Wilson Co-Owners: SOMERRI KENNELS, REG. Merrimack, New Hampshire *The Dog News Top Ten List All Breed System
Breeders: Ed Hall Roland Masse Laura Lewis
Owner-Handler: Judy Silker DUNHARROW Winfield, Pennsylvania Dog News 39
Absolutely Smooth Fox Before You Know It He Sneaks Up On You... Two More Best In Shows Judges Mr. Robert Ennis Mr. Chuck Winslow
Multiple All Breed Best In Show & Specialty Winner
Ch. Slyfox Sneaks A Peek Owner J. W. Smith Absolutely Smooth Fox Terriers
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Breeders Joan & Mark Taggart
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Handlers Edward & Lesley Boyes Grass Valley, California 530.272.4940
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ViewFrom TheRoad by Carla Viggiano
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t’s been quite awhile since I have shared my “view” and for that I apologize. Life has a way of sometimes sweeping one up in its current and its not until you reach “dry land” that you realize how quickly the time can pass. Well, the last few months have been filled with more than the usual packing and unpacking, loading, and reloading of dogs, equipment, and provisions and here it is, almost the end of the first quarter of 2010. Westminster has come and
gone (I‘ll comment on that briefly...) and today finds me headed back from five days in Louisville, Kentucky and this seemed as good a time as any to pick up the ol’ laptop and jot down a few lines.
The Farmers Almanac provided to be more than accurate these last three wintery months. The snow storm that captured the dog show community was in Wildwood, New Jersey and we had the good (?) fortune to experience “snowpocolypse” along with many of our fellow exhibitors. The picture that really tells the story well is the sight of the Fox News weather truck parked at the end of line of RV’s nestled against the boardwalk. Maryland, NJ, and Delaware were listed as being in states of emergency, but we didn’t need a news broadcast to inform us of this – although the show chairperson initially cancelled Saturday’s events, a vocal and insistent pressure was initiated by one exhibitor who was successful in “influencing” the final decision to hold the show regardless of the impact of the storm upon the show site and surrounding states. Ring times were moved back that day as well as the following day to accomodate those “dedicated” (crazy?!?!?) folks who actually traveled from home to site. The club, along with the staff at the convention center did an admirable job of proceeding, despite a power outage that not only affected the center but the neighboring hotels as well. The heat in the building was maintained fairly well so 42 Dog News
that dogs and people were comfortable. However, lack of electricity (lights, etc. were maintained by generator) made for some challenges in readying exhibits for the ring. RV’s swayed like boats at dock with the high winds, but for the most part were not stuck when it came time to leave on Sunday. It was a relief to be back at home at weekend’s end and certainly the experience was one those “things that make you go hmmmm!?!?!?” If that weekend was not enough of a weather deterent, the weekend two weeks after the Garden was yet another wintery wonderland. The Community College where the show was held did another excellent job of maintaining the parking lots and giving exhibitors every opportunity for competition. Once again ring times were moved back, but “catch up” was swift. Electricity was not an issue here and even if it were, this venue is strictly a BYOG (bring your own generator) sort of event. However, if you happened to be staying within just a few miles from the site, particularly north or west, the power situation proved to be another story. Widespread power outages remained for a challenge for over 24 hours or longer for some folks. Not a “good hair day” kind of a weekend for many exhibitors or visitors. But at this point we were all feeling more like vaudeville acts than competitors in knowing that regardless of the weather, “The show must go on!” It really does say a lot about the passion and persistence and commitment of dog show folks. Like the ever faithful US Postal Service, we deliver in ALL sorts of weather! So in retrospect, in the midst of weather challenges, the Garden really only felt like another segment of that popular reality show challenge “Survivor.” However, there are a couple of comments that need to be made with regard to that. Although Westminster has historically had an image of mythic proportions, there are several aspects of this venerable venue which can not continue to be left to be as they exist. One incident in particular has been weighing on my mind since its occurence, both Monday and Tuesday nights. They involve the “security” surrounding the Group judging and how the “gatekeepers” handle the handlers (professional or not) and their assistants. Understandably crowd/spectator control is challenging in a venue of this magnitude, however, some insight and protection of those who are competing (not to
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Group First Judge Dr. Gerard Penta
Best In Show Judge Mr. Erik Bergishagen
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Group First Judge Mr. Kent Delaney
FLASH BEST IN SH OW Number 30 Last Week end Central Ne w York Ken nel Club Judge Mrs. Keke Kahn
B In Show Best Judge Mrs. Judith Goodin Ju
Owners: Joan L. Fisher Robert D. Speiser Barbara Wolfe
Handler Extraordinaire! Phoebe J. Booth 203 938-0226 *The Dog News Top Ten List - All Breed
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TUX
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”Seeing is Believing.....
Multiple Best In Show, Multiple Best In Specialty Show Winning, V1 Rated
Ch. Cammcastle’s Friar Tuck, CGC
Sire: CH. Gamegard’s U.S. Marshall
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FLASH IRD GROUP TH nel Club n e K e l l i v s Loui la Nykiel u a P . s r M Judge
FLASH GROUP F IRST Dubuque Kennel C Judge Ms lub . Beverly Capstick
We would like to thank the judges who continue to believe in Tux as much as we do. We would like to also thank the years of hard work and dedication that our breeders have endured to make our dreams come true.
Tux is currently the Number ONE Rottweiler and a Top Ten Working Dog All Systems
Owners: Tony & Vicky O’Brien
Breeders: Suzan Otto and Angela Payne
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he Silky Terrier National Specialty Show was held March 2 -5, in St. Louis, Missouri. Our headquarters and show site were at the Holiday Inn Viking under the new leadership of Terianne Gallegos of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Terianne has just taken over the position of National Specialty Coordinator. With Judi Carson recently retiring after serving us for many years, she was on hand to help Terianne in any way she could.
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Show Chairman Linda Hurt, also of Albuquerque, put in a lot of effort to make this show most enjoyable for all. The Specialty started off with a very informative packet being sent to all members months prior and was also on the STCA Web site. It was a beautiful presentation and could not have been more informative. Although I was not able to arrive early enough on March 1, I was given many verbal reports on the wonderful private tour of the AKC Museum of the Dog. I understand about 45-50 people attended and was a wonderful way to start the week. Of course, the hospitality room was open first thing that morning, which is always a fun way to meet people as they arrive and enjoy a snack and beverage. Just outside the room in the wide hallway were several very good vendors with so much Silky memorabilia for sell. Off to a board meeting for the officers and board members for their chance to meet in person once a year. In the evening, member Bernadette Fletcher presented a very informative grooming seminar, which is always needed by old and new exhibitors. There was also a chance to practice Obedience that evening. Tuesday morning started off with Obedience and Rally in the very nice and large ballroom. It is always fun to watch our very active little Silkys try to be obedient. They are very good at this, but only if it suits their plans at the time. This shows their true Terrier spirit. Both Obedience and Rally were judged by Mrs. Margery West and unfortunately, several did not qualify. How wonderful that the Highest scoring dog in the Regular Classes came from the Novice B class. Ch. D & R Tawnymist Son Of A Gun came in with a score or 192.5, owned by Dollie & Ray Foland. How exciting to see two entries in the Veterans Class with the winner scoring 193.5, Ch. Tawny Mist Hoosier Celebrity, UDX, at 12-and-a-half years of age, owned by Dollie & Ray Foland. We were fortunate to have entries in 8 different Obedience competitive classes, with a total of 14 exhibited. Rally brought us five exhibits in three classes. The highest score came from the Rally Excellent B class Sh’amron’s Beared Treasure, CDX, RA, with a score of 91.0, owned by Pat Schaedler. CONTINUED ON PAGE 58
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t is of course interesting to note that FCI’s World Show which is to be held in Denmark this year has not one judge on its panel from either the USA or the UK. In fairness to the FCI though that’s a decision made by the host kennel Club which in this instance is of course the Danish Kennel Club.
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Breed Discrimination, Importing Foreign Puppies...
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More importantly however is the report which is alleged to have appeared in the Board Minutes of the Swedish Kennel Club that this very same Danish Kennel Club has supported the new law passed by the Danish government to ban 14 breeds of dogs effective July 1 and to require the neutering of those already there! The breeds involved include the Pit Bull Terrier, Fila Brasileiro, Dogo Argentine, Toso Inu, Boerboel, Central Asian Caucaisna and three South Russian varities of dogs of which I have never heard. But that’s not the point. How in the world can any kennel club worth its salt support breed discrimination. If the report in the SKC minutes are correct one would expect not only the FCI to dissassciate itself from any involvement in the show whatsoever but for no FCI judge to show up in Denmark either. It’s one thing for a governing agency to pass a bad law and yet another for a National Kennel Club to support something which totally defeats the integrity of the club itself. And on the subject of foreign kennel clubs most everyone was surprised at the method used by the Canadian Kennel Club in announcing its financial problems. Going public with financial problems is hardly surprising these days. But to go forward publicly asking its members to contribute to keep the
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Following we had 50 puppies entered in the Sweepstakes and seven veteran. The Judge for this event was Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia who really enjoyed this challenge. After due consideration, he awarded his best puppy rosette to Stelin The Last Starfighter from the 12-18 puppy dog class and breeder/owned by Linda Gross of Oregon and exhibited by Angela Smith-Humpert. Best of Opposite Sex was awarded to Keaj’s Tawny Mist Reasonable Doubt, from the 12 – 18 puppy bitch class, owned and exhibited by Donna Renton and bred by Kassie Jones. His selection for Best Veteran in Sweepstakes went to Ch. Amron’s Luckenbear Texas, for the 9 – 11 dog class and is owned by Debra Caselli of Napa, California. Norma Baugh (Amron’s) is co-owner and breeder. Best Opposite Sex was awarded to 14 year old, Ch. Quest Starview Cassiopeia, bred and owned by Pam Richardson of El Paso, TX and co-bred with Nancy Schulte. As always it is so wonderful to see some of our past top winners back in the ring. They all seemed to enjoy their return to the ring.
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ate afternoon found us having our Annual Meeting with a very crowded room. It’s always so nice to have so many members attending. President Norma Baugh and Secretary Diane Angeli did their usual professional job of running the
meeting. Off to clean up and get dogs ready for our Top 20 Showcase. This marked our 11th year of having this showcase and is one of the special events well attended. What a beautiful sight when they all come into the ring together with the beautiful shine of their coats and “happy to be there” attitude. Joanna Seleme chaired the committee and did a beautiful job. The catalog is a real keepsake with the present exhibits and all the past winners being pictured. It is always exciting to see who is judging. This year we were fortunate to have three judges that have all been very involved with the breed. All dressed up were Breeder Judges Janice Mercer, Diane Nachman and Handler Stan Matsumoto. Stan has exhibited several very nice Silkys in the past and won the National Specialty Show in 1987, with Ch. Sun Dance’s Ragtime under Breeder/Judge Beverly Lehnig. What good news that he plans to apply to judge. The winner was announced at the Awards Dinner on Thursday evening, which was Ch. Mtnview Prince Chbaka Ekruro. “Chewy” is owned by Nancy & Stephan O’Rourke and handled by Kendra Hayes from Boca Raton, Florida. He was bred by Julie & April Lemarr. The Bred by CONTINUED ON PAGE 78
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Ch. Clussexx See You In a male dominated breed, sometimes you have to fight like an Alligator #1 Clumber All Systems Breeders Doug Johnson Jeane Haverick Wayne and Kellie Holbrook Presented by Laura King Erin Gimbut Assisted by Alex Romero OWNERS Beth Dowd, Pinehurst, North Carolina Tracey Garvey, Sydney, Australia Gail Drucker, Mill Neck, New York Jeane Haverick, Antioch, Illinois Kellie Holbrook, Alpharetta, Georgia 64 Dog News
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Daniel and Julianna Garrison proudly announce the acquisition of the beautiful
Ch. Quiche’s Glamour Girl of
Quiche Kennels
Joining the Successful Team with Breeder Elaine/Louise Paquette Miss Glamour entered the ring in her ďŹ rst appearance as a Champion at the American Bouvier des Flandres Club National Specialty 2009 and was awarded
Best Of Opposite Sex By Judge Dr. Harry Smith
We look forward to sharing her with the dog fancy in both the United States and her native Canada
Owners Daniel and Julianna Garrison
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Breeder/Co-Owner Elaine/Louise Paquette
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WINTERS MIN PINS
The Stylish One: CH. WINTERS INCREDIBLE ME Multiple Group & Specialty Winner
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Number Two* Miniature Pinscher
Judge Mr. Charles Scott Agent Merlyn Green Breeder/Owner Katie Winters *Breed points, All Systems
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Exhibitor winner was Sue Calestini with Ch. Safire Rock It ToThe Stars. Congratulations “Chewy” and “Starry”! Wednesday morning started early with the dog & bitch classes including the Veterans being judged by KeKe Kahn. The last time Mrs. Kahn judged one of our Nationals was in 1991. It was once again so nice to see her presiding in that capacity. Out of 24 entries in the dog classes, Mrs. Kahn selected her 9-12 puppy for Winners. Musicale’s Dancing Henry, bred and owned by Susan Jefferies of Louisville, Kentucky, handled by Angela Smith-Humpert. Reserve Winners was awarded to Jenstar Wind Dancer Standing Ovation from the Open Dog class and owner/breeder/ handlers Linda Hurt and Teresa Gallegos. A real coincidence they both have Dancing or Dancer in their names. Winners Bitch was Tessier Tagalong by Special Engagement, owned and handled by Kris Kvarnstrom, Folsum, Calfornia, from the 12-18 class and bred by Sandy Mesmer, Billie Prout & Karen Huey. The Reserve Winners, also from the 12-18 class was Keaj’s Tawny Mist Reasonable Doubt, owned by Donna Renton and bred by Kassie Jones. Veteran Dog was won by Ch. Amron’s Luckenbear Texas who had won the Veterans Sweepstakes and Veteran Bitch by Ch. Quest Starview Cassiopeia the BOS Veteran Sweepstakes winner. In the afternoon, Dr. Carmen Battaglia presented his program, “Breeding Better Dogs.” How nice it is to always have something educational for the breeders. Following that evening with the Judges Educational Seminar presented by Florence Males, Judges Education Coordinator and is open to breeder/ exhibitors as well. Some very nice puppies and young adults were present for the “hands on” portion. It always so beneficial for future judges to have the opportunity to go over the dogs and talk to the owners.
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hursday morning started early with Parade of Titleholders, followed by the judging of Junior Showmanship by KeKe Kahn. While only having one entry, this young lady was certainly expert enough to win. She is Allison Kirk from New Mexico. And then the moment many had waited for, the ring full of Silky Terrier Champions with the shiny mature coats strutting their stuff. What a beautiful sight! Mrs. Kahn had a good time sorting out the 40 entries in her usual expert fashion. Fifteen made the first cut plus the Veteran Dog and Veteran Bitch, Winners Dog and Winners Bitch. Her final selections were, Best of Breed to Ch. Wyncliff Tawny Mist Tumtress, a lonely bitch owner/breeder handled by Dinah Baggenstos from Portland, OR. The other breeders were Donna Renton (also an owner) and Cindy Mello. She is co-owned with Pauline Powell. Best of Winners to the 9–12 Winners Dog, handled by Scott Bunnell and
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PLAN TO BE THERE
In a spectacular initiative aimed at capturing the glory and grandeur of the historically significant Morris & Essex Dog Shows, the Morris & Essex Kennel Club will present a quinquennial event October 7, 2010, that focuses attention on the sport of dogs and brings to life the legacy and commitment of one of the sport’s most devoted benefactors and the show’s founder, Mrs. Geraldine Rockefeller Dodge.
Specialties: American Black & Tan Coonhound Club American Brussels Griffon Association (National Specialty) American Foxhound Club (National Specialty) Dalmatian Club of Central New Jersey English Cocker Spaniel Club of America Garden State Neopolitan Mastiff Club German Shepherd Club of America Greater Deleware Valley Papillon Club
Mid-Jersey PBGV Association New Jersey Boxer Club Newfoundland Club of America Nutmeg Weimaraner Club Philadelphia Kerry Blue Terrier Club Sweeps United States Lakeland Terrier Club Watchung Mountain Poodle Club Welsh Terrier Club of America
Afghan Hound Club of Northern New Jersey Akita Club of America Airedale Club of America Ameican Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club & Sweeps American Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club American Chinese Crested Club American Fox Terrier Club American Pointer Club American Sealyham Terrier Club American Whippet Club (Sweeps) Bedlington Club of America Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Watchung Black Russian Terrier Club of Northern New Jersey Borzoi Club of Central New Jersey Bull Terrier Club of America Bulldog Club of Philadelphia Cairn Terrier Club of America Cesky Terrier Club of America Collie Club of Northern New Jersey Colonial Rottweiler Club Dandy Dinmont Terrier Club of America Delaware Valley Bullmastiff Club Delaware Valley Havanese Club Delaware Valley Manchester Terrier Club Delaware Valley Pug Club Delaware Valley Samoyed Club Dogue de Bordeaux Society of America Eastern German Shorthair Pointer Club (Sweeps) Eastern Irish Setter Association (Sweeps) Empire Alaskan Malamute Club Empire Minature Pincher Club of America English Springer Spaniel Club of Long Island English Toy Spaniel Club of New England French Bulldog Club of America Garden State Golden Retriever Club
Garden State Great Pyrenees Club Garden State Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club German Pincher Club of America Giant Schnauzer Club of America Glen of Imaal Terrier Club of America Gordon Setter Club of America Greyhound Club of America Hudson English Setter Club Irish Red/White Association of America (Sweeps) Irish Terrier Club of America Keystone Portuguese Water Dog Club Komondor Club of America Knickerbocker Standard Schnauzer Club Kuvaszok Club of America Lenape Boston Terrier Club Mid Jersey Labrador Retriever Club/Jersey Skylands LRC Middle Atlantic St. Bernard Club Norfolk Terrier Club & Sweeps Norwich Terrier Club (Sweeps) Old English Sheepdog Club of America Parson Russel Terrier Assn., Pekingese Club of New Jersey Raritan Valley Australian Terrier Club Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of US (Sweeps) Scottish Deerhound Club of America Scottish Terrier Club of AmericaShetland Sheepdog Club of Northern New Jersey Skye Terrier Club of America Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club of America Southern New Jersey Cocker Spaniel Club Tibetan Terrier Club of America Visla Club of Greater New York Watchung Mountain Yorkshire Terrier Club Westie Club of Northern New Jersey
Supported:
Morris & Essex is seeking specialties and supported entries and invites local and parent clubs to join us as part of this glorious show. For information please contact: Wayne Ferguson Show Chair email: wferguson129@comcast.net phone: 908-689-1663
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Lorraine Bisso Specialties and Supported Entries Chair email: regel@bellsouth.net phone: 504-833-1780
Best In Show Judge Sporting Group Judge Hound Group Judge Working Group Judge Terrier Group Judge Toy Group Judge Non-Sporting Group Judge Herding Group Judge Miscellaneous
Mr. Robert S. Forsyth Ms. Sandra Goose Allen Mrs. Gayle Bontecou Ronald H. Menaker James G. Reynolds Everett W. Dean, Jr. Mrs. Sari Brewster Tietjen Mrs. Jean Fournier Joseph E. Gregory
SPORTING GROUP Brittanys Pointers Pointers, German Shorthaired Pointers, German Wirehaired Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. Curly Coated Retrievers Flat Coated Retrievers Golden Retrievers Labrador Retrievers Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Ret. English Setters Gordon Setters Irish Setters Irish, Red & White Setters Amer. Water Spaniels Boykin Spaniel Clumber Spaniels Black Cocker Spaniels ASCOB Cocker Spaniels Parti-Color Cocker Spaniels English Cocker Spaniels English Springer Spaniels Field Spaniels Irish Water Spaniels Sussex Spaniels Welsh Springer Spaniels Spinone Italiani Vizslas Weimaraners Wirehair Pointing Griffons
Judge’s Name Mrs. Helen Lee James Ronald H. Menaker Mrs. Patricia V. Trotter Dr. Elliot L. More Richard G. Beauchamp Mrs. Helen Lee James Mrs. Helen Lee James Terry Stacy Mrs. Kendall Herr Dr. Bernard E. McGivern, Jr. Everett W. Dean, Jr. Dr. Robert D. Smith Mrs. Michele L. Billings Mrs. Lorrine W. Bisso Dr. Elliot L. More Mrs. Helen Lee James Dr. Bernard E. McGivern, Jr. Dr. Bernard E. McGivern, Jr. Dr. Bernard E. McGivern, Jr. Dr. Bernard E. McGivern, Jr. Edd E. Bivin Mrs. Robert D. Smith Dr. Bernard E. McGivern, Jr. Mrs. Lorrine W. Bisso Mrs. Lorrine W. Bisso Mrs. Karen C. Wilson Mrs. Karen C. Wilson Dr. Robert D. Smith Mrs. Karen C. Wilson Dr. Elliot L. More
HOUND GROUP Afghan Hounds Basenjis Bassett Hounds Beagles – 13” Beagles – 15” Black & Tan Coon Hounds Bluetick Coonhound Redbone Coonhound Bloodhounds Borzois Dachshunds, L.H. Dachshunds, Smooth Dachshunds, Wire American Foxhounds English Foxhounds Greyhounds Harriers Ibizan Hounds Irish Wolfhounds Norwegian Elkhounds Otterhounds Pet. Bassett Griffons Vendeens Pharoah Hounds Plotts Rhodesian Ridgebacks Salukis Scottish Deerhounds Whippets
Judge’s Name Mrs. Helen W. Stein James E. Frederiksen James E. Frederiksen Thomas S. Powers Thomas S. Powers Robert Stein Howard Atlee Howard Atlee James E. Frederiksen Terry Stacy Charles A. Baris Charles A. Baris Charles A. Baris Mrs. Robert D. Smith Mrs. Joan P. Anselm James G. Reynolds Mrs. Joan P. Anselm Mrs. Patricia V. Trotter Thomas S. Powers Mrs. Joan P. Anselm Mrs. Joan P. Anselm James E. Frederiksen Terry Stacy Howard Atlee Robert Stein James G. Reynolds Mrs. Robert S. Forsyth Michael J. Dougherty
WORKING GROUP Akitas Alaskan Malamutes Anatolian Sheepdogs Bernese Mountain Dogs Black Russian Terriers Boxers Bullmastiffs Doberman Pinschers Dogue de Bordeaux German Pinschers Giant Schnauzers Great Danes Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mtn. Dogs Komondorok Kuvaszok Mastiffs Neapolitan Mastiffs Newfoundlands Portuguese Water Dogs Rottweilers St. Bernards Samoyeds Siberian Huskies Standard Schnauzers Tibetan Mastiffs
Judge’s Name Ms. Annella Cooper Mrs. Paula Nykeil Mrs. Paula Nykeil Mrs. Paula Nykeil Dr. Klaus Anselm Mrs. Robert S. Forsyth Dr. Elliot L. More Mrs. Fournier Dr. Klaus Anselm Stanley S. Saltzman Dr. Klaus Anselm Everett W. Dean, Jr. Mrs. Robert S. Forsyth Everett W. Dean, Jr. Mrs. Robert S. Forsyth Robert J. Moore Stanley S. Saltzman Stanley S. Saltzman Dr. John A. Reeve-Newson Ms. Annella Cooper Mrs. Donna Banker Rice Dr. Elliot L. More Robert J. Moore Dr. Klaus Anselm Robert J. Moore Robert J. Moore
TERRIER GROUP Airedale Terriers Amer. Staffordshire Terriers Australian Terriers Bedlington Terriers Border Terriers Bull Terriers, Colored Bull Terriers, White Cairn Terriers Dandie Dinmont Terriers Fox Terriers, Smooth Fox Terriers, Wire Glen of Imaal Terriers Irish Terriers Kerry Blue Terriers Lakeland Terriers Manchester Terriers Miniature Bull Terriers Miniature. Schnauzers Norfolk Terriers Norwich Terriers Parsons Russell Terriers Scottish Terriers Sealyham Terriers Skye Terriers Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers Staffordshire Bull Terriers Welsh Terriers West Highland White Terriers
Judge’s Name Peter Green Ms. Marcy Zingler Mrs. Peggy J. Haas Ronald H. Menaker Walter F. Goodman Desmond J. Murphy Desmond J. Murphy Mrs. Peggy J. Haas Mrs. Geraldine C. Kelly Dr. John C. Shelton Ms. Sandra Goose Allen Ms. Marcy Zingler Ms. Beth Sweigart Dr. Jerry Klein Ms. Kirsi Sainio Victor Joris Desmond J. Murphy Richard W. Powell Ms. Barbara W. Keenan Dr. Richard Meen Ms. Kirsi Sainio Ms. Barbara W. Keenan Ms. Kathleen J. Ferris Walter F. Goodman Ms. Christine Erickson Mrs. Geraldine C. Kelly Ms. Beth Sweigart Robert D. Black
TOY GROUP Affenpinschers Brussels Griffons Cavalier King Charles Spaniels Chihuahuas, Long Coated Chihuahuas, Smooth Coated Chinese Cresteds English Toy Spaniels Blenheim & Prince Charles Ruby & King Charles Havaneses Italian Greyhounds Japanese Chins Maltese Manchester Terriers, Toy Miniature Pinschers Papillons Pekingese Pomeranians Poodles, Toy Pugs Shih Tzu Silky Terriers Toy Fox Terriers Yorkshire Terriers
Judge’s Name William E. Usherwood William E. Usherwood Gilbert S. Kahn Luc Boileau Luc Boileau Kent H. Delaney Joseph E. Gregory Joseph E. Gregory Victor Joris Mrs. Robert D. Smith Rodney E. Herner Mrs. Sari Brewster Tietjen Victor Joris Mrs. Sari Brewster Tietjen Kent H. Delaney Joseph E. Gregory Joseph E. Gregory Kenneth Kauffman Dr. John A. Reeve-Newson Luc Boileau Kent H. Delaney Rodney E. Herner Luc Boileau
NON-SPORTING GROUP American Eskimo Dogs Bichon Frises Boston Terriers Bulldogs Chinese Shar Pei Chow Chows Dalmatians Finnish Spitz French Bulldogs Keeshonds Lhasa Apsos Lowchen Poodles, Miniature Poodles, Standard Schipperkes Shiba Inu Tibetan Spaniels Tibetan Terriers
Judge’s Name Richard G. Beauchamp Richard G. Beauchamp Luis F. Sosa Zell Von Pohlman Richard G. Beauchamp Mrs. Jacqueline L. Stacy Zell Von Pohlman Charles E. Trotter Luis F. Sosa Charles E. Trotter Victor Joris Charles E. Trotter Kenneth Kauffman Kenneth Kauffman Mrs. Jacqueline L. Stacy Mrs. Jacqueline L. Stacy Victor Joris Mrs. Jacqueline L. Stacy
HERDING GROUP Australian Cattle Dogs Australian Shepherds Bearded Collies Beaucerons Belgian Malinois Belgian Sheepdogs Belgian Tervuren Border Collies Bouvier des Flandres Briards Canaan Dogs Collies, Rough Collies, Smooth German Shepherd Dogs Norwegian Buhund Old English Sheepdogs Polish Lowland Sheepdogs Pulik Pyrenean Shepherd Shetland Sheepdogs Swedish Vallhunds Welsh Corgis, Cardigan Welsh Corgis, Pembroke
Judge’s Name Mrs. Dorothy N. Collier Mrs. Dorothy N. Collier Mrs. Dorothy N. Collier Mrs. Patricia W. Laurans Mrs. Lynette J. Saltzman Mrs. Lynette J. Saltzman Mrs. Lynette J. Saltzman Mrs. Dorothy O. Hutchinson Mrs. Dorothy O. Hutchinson Mrs. Dorothy O. Hutchinson Mrs. Lynette J. Saltzman Mrs. Dorothy O. Hutchinson Mrs. Dorothy O. Hutchinson Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia Mrs. Jacqueline L. Stacy Mrs. Dorothy N. Collier Mrs. Jacqueline L. Stacy Mrs. Jacqueline L. Stacy Mrs. Lynette J. Saltzman Mrs. Patricia W. Laurans Mrs. Patricia W. Laurans Mrs. Patricia W. Laurans Mrs. Patricia W. Laurans
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Dog Show Calendar MAY 7 - FRIDAY MO Gray Summit (O) JEFFERSON COUNTY KENNEL CLUB OF MISSOURI Purina Farms 200 Checkboard Dr CLOSES: APRIL 21 Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., SUPT FEE: $25.00-1st/ $20.00-2nd Judges And Their Assignments BEST IN SHOW Mr. R. Lashbrook SPORTING Group: Dr. R. I. Spritzer Ms. E. McDowell: Brit, Ret-Flat, Ret-Gold Ms. D. L. Malenfant: Pntr-GW, Ret-Ches, Ret-Lab Dr. R. I. Spritzer: Balance of Sporting Breeds HOUND Group: Mrs. C. Spritzer Mrs. C. Spritzer: All Hound Breeds WORKING Group: D. P. Cline Mr. H. D. Stiefferman: Akita Mr. R. Lashbrook: AnatolShep, Berns Mtn, Blk Russn Terrier, Dobe, Grm Pinscher, Kuv, Mast, Newf, Sib Hky
D. P. Cline: Balance of Working Breeds TERRIER Group: Mrs. C. Vogels Ms. E. McDowell: Kerry Mrs. C. Vogels: Balance of Terrier Breeds TOY Group: Ms. D. L. Malenfant Mrs. C. Vogels: Chihua, Peke, Silky Mrs. R. H. Zimmerman: Cav KC Spans, Eng Toy Sp, Pug, Pood Toy, Yorks Ms. D. L. Malenfant: Balance of Toy Breeds NON-SPORTING Group: Mr. S. Hayden Mrs. R. H. Zimmerman: Pood Mr. S. Hayden: Balance of Non-Sporting Breeds HERDING Group: Ms. E. McDowell Mrs. M. L. Russell: Coll Mr. H. D. Stiefferman: GSD Mr. R. Lashbrook: AustrlShep, Brdr Coll Mrs. E. Dykstra-Blum: Austrl Cat Dg, OES, Pemb-WC, Pol Low Shp, Swed Vallhund Ms. E. McDowell: Balance of Herding Breeds MISCELLANEOUS Group: Ms. E. McDowell
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Ms. E. McDowell: All Miscellaneous Breeds JR SHOWMANSHIP: Mr. R. Lashbrook UT South Jordan* (I) UTAH VALLEY KENNEL CLUB Salt Lake County Equestrian Park 2051 W 11400 S CLOSES: APRIL 21 Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., SUPT FEE: $24.00-1st/ $18.00-2nd Judges And Their Assignments BEST IN SHOW Mr. R. J. Caswell SPORTING Group: Mrs. L. Canalizo Mrs. L. Canalizo: All Sporting Breeds HOUND Group: Mrs. M. L. Billings Mrs. L. Canalizo: Ir Wolf Mrs. M. L. Billings: Basenji, Basset, Bgle, Dach, PBGV, Whip Dr. J. D. Jones: Afghan, Borz, Greyhnd, Nor Elk, Otter, Saluki, ScotDeer J. E. Gregory: Balance of Hound Breeds WORKING Group: Dr. J. D. Jones R. Blanchard: Bullm H. H. Schulman: Dobe Mr. R. J. Caswell: Grt Dane, Mast Dr. J. D. Jones: Balance of Working Breeds TERRIER Group: J. E. Gregory J. E. Gregory: All Terrier Breeds TOY Group: Mrs. M. L. Billings J. G. Reynolds: Pood Toy J. E. Gregory: Toy Fox Terrier, Yorks Mrs. M. L. Billings: Balance of Toy Breeds NON-SPORTING Group: J. G. Reynolds J. E. Gregory: Bulldog J. G. Reynolds: Balance of Non-Sporting Breeds HERDING Group: J. G. Reynolds Ms. H. M. Mendez: Coll Mr. J. G. Reno: Shetld Mr. R. J. Caswell: Balance of Herding Breeds MISCELLANEOUS Group: Mrs. L. Canalizo Mrs. L. Canalizo: All Miscellaneous Breeds OBEDIENCE TRIAL CLASSES Mrs. M. L. Just: Nov A, Nov B, Grad Novr, Open A, Open B, Grad Openr, Util A, Util B, Grad Verr JR SHOWMANSHIP: R. Blanchard WI Jefferson* (I) BADGER KENNEL CLUB Jefferson County Fair Park Jefferson County Fairgrounds 503 N. Jackson St. CLOSES: APRIL 21 Roy Jones Dog Shows, Inc., SUPT FEE: $25.00 Judges And Their Assignments BEST IN SHOW Mr. N. B. Kenney SPORTING Group: Mr. J. Brant Mr. J. M. Brown: Pntr-GW, All Retrievers, Span-AmW, Span-Clum, Span-Ckr, SpanFld, Span-Irw, Span-Wel Spr, Spin Ital Mrs. S. Brown: Balance of Sporting Breeds *No Classes: Span-Eng Ckr HOUND Group: Mrs. S. Brown P. Franklin: Afghan W. K. Pooley: Basenji Mrs. S. Brown: Bluetick Coon, Plott, Redbone Coon CONTINUED ON PAGE 88
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Best of Opposite Sex to Ch. Mtnview Prince Chbaka Ekruro (winner of the Top 20 listed above) Four Awards of Merit were awarded to Ch. Elfinsilk’s and RMH King Keoki (D); Ch. Lamplighter’s Yatzee (B); Ch. Tawny Mist Goddess of Life (B); Ch. Wind Dancer Jenstar Backstage Pass (D) Best Veteran to Ch. Amron’s Luckenbear Texas and Best Puppy to the Best of Winners dog, Musical’s Dancing Henry. The following comments were received from Mrs. Kahn: “Overall the dogs were much better than the bitches and WD and BOW was a beautifully balance, lovely headed dog that had the sparkle of a Champion. WB was lovely with a pretty head and eye and showed well on the day. The Veterans class was really great with most being around ten years old and all were very youthful and did not show their age one bit. The winner never gave out of steam and was in it until the end. The Veteran bitch was lovely too and she was 14 years old. The overall breed is just a cool breed and a delight to have judged. KeKe” The Annual Awards Dinner was that evening with Hawaiian theme. It started off with a live auction and Basket contest. Great fun! This year it seemed the quality was more in the dogs than bitches, which is nice considering a breed that has been dominated by good bitches the last couple of years. It’s exciting to see some very nice males in the classes as well as the Specials Class.
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riday brought us a STCA Regional Specialty Show in the same ballroom. The Obedience and Rally were judged by William Oxandale, with 10 competing in obedience and 5 in Rally. The Highest Scoring Dog in the Regular Classes was Ch. Anahab’s Play it again Sam UD RE from the Utility B Class and owned and handled by Bonnie Behrmann with a score of 187.0. All five qualified in the Rally classes. Then, on to the Sweepstakes Classes. They were judged by Kathy Bucher Sawyer, with an entry of 35. She awarded Best in Sweeps to Kharah’s Blue Fire and Ice from the 9–12 Puppy Bitch class. She is owned by Catherine Owens and co-bred and owned by Linda Hart and Judy Harris. Best of Opposite Sex to BluFire Kharah Flashforward from the 9-12 Puppy Dog class, and these are littermates. He is also co/bred and owned by Judy Harris and Linda Hart. Best Veteran in Sweeps was awarded to the Veteran BOS from the previous day and the only entry. The Regular Classes were judged by Ms. Janet
Allen with an entry of 87. A very good hold-over entry from the National. Winner dog to Tawny Mist Myan Mystic from the BBE class, bred, owned and handled by Donna Renton of Beavercreek, Oregon. He is also owned by K. Wilson and his other breeders were K Bron and T Gallegos. Reserve awarded to Sunset’s Gunsmoke at Sh-Amron from the 6-9 class, owned by Shari McNair and Georgann Klefer. Winners Bitch was the same lovely bitch as the National, from the 12-18 class. Reserve awarded to Scarbaro’s T and T Katey Kelly, from the BBE class, breeder owned by Jean Schmidt. The Veteran Bitch from the previous day was the only veteran showing. Best of Breed was awarded by Ms. Allen to Ch. Elfinsilk’s and RMH King Keoki, an award of merit winner from the National and shown by owner Paulette Hicks. BOW’s to the winners dog and BOS to Ch. Snow Glen’s Tesoro Cover Story, owned by Debra Caselli and Pam Laperruque, who was also the handler. Two awards of merit were won by Ch. Barb-B’s Tawnymist Topias, owned by William and Barbara Leavell and Ch. Tawny Mist Tumtation Strikes, owned by Donna Renton. Another National Specialty cluster is ended and many take these shows for granted, but I was reminded of their importance by a comment from a fairly new exhibitor, who said, “I’ve never seem so many beautiful Silky Terriers and to think I was a part of it”! Yes, it is fantastic to see them, catch up with friendships made over the years and to be a part of it! We are off to Vancouver, Washington in 2011, on June 14-17. • Dog News 91
Letters to theEditor APRIL 9, 2010
A Reply To Carlotta Cooper’s Article, “Helping Ourselves” t is hard for me to compose a reply to Carlotta Cooper’s article, “Helping Ourselves” without being emotional on the subject of breeding and selling of our purebred puppies versus rescuing and promoting adoption of rescue dogs. I am a known breeder and judge of Rottweilers, and I am also known for my passion of the breed and my rescue efforts. It is this love for the Rottweiler breed that moved me into founding Gulfstream Guardian Angels Rottweiler Rescue, a 501c3 rescue organization and a Purina Pro Plan Rally to Rescue Ambassador. GGARR was founded by members of the Gulfstream Rottweiler Club of Greater Miami, Inc., a licensed AKC club since 1986. I am the president of both organizations. I read Carlotta saying that when she gets on the Setters chat list and tries to discuss commercial dog breeding she gets pelted and sent nasty e-mails. Well, Carlotta, I will try to remain as calm as possible when I give the readers my thoughts on your comments regarding adoption and rescue. I quote you, “When we have AKC show breeders encouraging people to attend events that promote the adoption of dogs instead of buying from breeders, we are only contributing to our own problems.” I am one of those dog breeders who promote and encourage people to attend our biggest event of the year, the All Breed Canine Oktoberfest in Hollywood, Florida. This event was started 17 years ago to promote responsible dog ownership and to show the public the true character of the Rottweiler breed. Promoting adoptions and selling of our purebred puppies can both be accomplished successfully. I do both, our club members do both. If we really love the breed we own, we love our “almost” perfect AKC show dogs we own, and those abandoned and suffering dogs even when you wonder if they are purebred, but nevertheless our breed. We will continue to rescue abandoned Rottweilers, as I encourage other breed clubs to do the same. I encourage people to adopt human babies and to take them out of foster homes. There will always be purebred puppies available and babies born into good families.
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You say, “Don’t you believe that a purebred dog makes the best pet?” I have had many, many mixed pets in my life and each was THE BEST pet for me. Don’t misinterpret my thoughts, I prefer my purebred and handsome Rottweilers, and I try to influence people in obtaining a well bred and HEALTHY puppy from reputable breeders . Many people who have come to us to adopt a non-registered AKC dog have learned about AKC through us. We have educated many people in obtaining a ILP number from AKC and to join the many performance events now available to them. Many of our adopted Rottweilers are now doing therapy work. And, by helping out on our AKC events, match or specialties, many adopters have learned about the purebred and registered AKC dogs. And I quote you again, “There are hobby/show breeders who can barely bring themselves to deal with the fact that they are breeding dogs in the comfort of their own homes.” Excuse me, is there any other better way to do this? I am one of those hobby breeders whose puppies are born next to my bed. And, I am NOT “trying to cope with a large measure of guilt for simply breeding a single litter or once a year,” as you said. Carlotta, I am not on your Setters chat list, so I must tell you that I am very opposed to commercial breeding kennels. If by commercial we mean breeding several litters a year and producing puppies in mass numbers. I will never stop until I die telling people to adopt abandoned Rottweilers; I will never stop promoting the buying of purebred AKC Rottweilers from “reputable” breeders, but not from commercial kennels. And one more thing you did not speak about was the promotion of our sport of dog showing. Dog Shows are my passion, and now that I no longer can handle five or six dogs in a ring, I went for my judging license. I want to die with my purebreds and my RESCUE Rottweilers by my side. And yes, judging them, too. Grace Acosta Miami, Florida Annette and Jessie. Jessie, a rescue, recently got her ILP number. She competed in the American Rottweiler Club Carting Test and is planning to get her obedience and rally title. Lee and Silky. Silky, a rescue, is now a doing dog therapy work at the Miami Children’s Hospital with children with cancer. CONTINUED ON PAGE 97
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