Dog News The Digest Volume 28, Issue 26
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June 29, 2012
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10 editorial
14 irving’s impressions / ronnie irving
18 kind, gentle war dogs and ferocious fighters / mj nelson
132 handlers directory
22 question of the week / matthew h. stander
136 classified advertising
26 the juniors speak: daniel fabelo/ kimberly silva garrett 30 rare breeds of the world: basset fauve / agnes buchwald 34 bests of the week
38 ten questions asked of terry miller
134 subscription rates 138 advertising rates
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42 incorporation, 1906 / william f. stifel
44 osaka, japan 2012 / desmond j. murphy 46 the judges speak / shelly spencer marx 50 off the leash / shaun coen
52 from a field-show judge’s perspective: just a show dog: part 1 / george bell 54 great western terrier association and more / matthew h. stander 58 woofstock 2012 / kimberly meredith-cavanna 60
clicker training: quick, effective and painless / sharon pflaumer
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bichon frise national specialty / stephanie uva
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true north / allison foley
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the chinese crested national specialties / sue klinckhardt-gardner
72 it reigned affenpinschers in washington state / jackie stacy 102 the gossip column / eugene z. zaphiris 108 click -great western terrier association/ eugene z. zaphiris 116 click - the way we were / eugene z. zaphiris
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THOSE RALEIGH RESIGNATIONS Two major “star employees” of AKC resigned recently both within a very short period of time. One of course was the head of IT and a man considered by many to be totally irreplaceable. That was Charles Knifel. The other, Lisa Gonzales, was an early-on find of Alan Kalter, who left in what can only be described as strange and similar to Mr. Knifel, “in a mysterious fashion”. True it is that no one person is ever irreplaceable but certainly in the case of Knifel he had created a foundation and organizational department that absolutely placed him in a very high and unusual category. Marketing, Ms. Gonzales specialty, is less easy to define and evaluate than IT as its creative opportunities are much easier to second-guess than are IT’s. Nonetheless it is disturbing to many to see such resignations occur in an office long under scrutiny and questioned by many as to its overall effectiveness. Some say Raleigh is a nest of personal intrigue bordering on the incestuous where no corporate secret is ever kept for a reasonable length of time. Now then it appears to many that it was more than coincidence that Knifel and Gonzales resigned so closely together. At the very least some sort of definitive explanation is due if not to the general constituency than at the very least the Delegates at large. THOSE SWEDISH CONFERENCES DOG NEWS was pleased to be one of the first to report about the two conferences held in Sweden in June. The one a total Health Conference--the 6th of its kind-- followed by a more political discussion of breeding and health of the purebred dog specifically but other dogs as well one presumes. As expected the report by Shila Nordone, the Chief Scientific Officer of AKC/CHF, was geared towards scientific discussions that were presented happily in language comparatively easy to understand for the laymen. The other report by Eddie Dziuk, known to most of us as the OFA’s Chief Operating Officer and a Beagle aficionado supreme, was more detailed and in
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TAKING COMMAND The AKC’s Government Relations Department has in recent years become the focal point for many dog owners in our continuing fight against those promoting laws which take away so many of our rights of dog ownership. Led by Director Sheila Goffe this arm of AKC has turned into one of the most pro-active and positive on-going branches of the organization. Its newsletter called TAKING COMMAND is a veritable fountain of information of government regulations concerning the dog on every level of government-federal, state and/or local. The service provided by the GRD is invaluable and cannot be overly praised and acknowledged by all us concerned with the betterment and welfare of the dog. We proudly note that Dog News’ own Shaun Coen was one of the first people to acknowledge the fine work of this branch of the AKC. By going to the AKC web site you can guarantee receiving copies of this Newsletter providing of course you can work that website. Its long overhaul should be finished shortly assuring all concerned dog owners the opportunity to be kept alert and with it by reading TAKING COMMAND whenever it is published. Which leads these pages onto another topic, which is the manner in which AKC communicates with both its constituents and the mass media and the general public. Just how many people are aware of the good works of the GRD is unknown but until recently it has received comparatively little publicity of which these pages are aware. Just as the new Judges Approval System has received little more than token recognition from within AKC so have too many other vital and critical aspects of the positive work of AKC been treated in a mundane fashion. One would hope that under the new leadership of Alan Kalter, a man so communications oriented that these problems will be faced head on and corrected. AKC does so much good and positive work it is a shame it receives less than its share of proper public acknowledgement.
fact had implied if not stated political overtones. His report was about the 1st International Dog Health Workshop and indeed had a number of possible questionable characters in attendance. Perhaps even more questionable were the motives of those who drew this Workshop up with which to begin. These pages considered Mr. Dziuk to be an ideal representative from America as were many of his other American colleagues. AKC failed to directly participate, which is a shame particularly insofar as the “scientific” conference was concerned. AKC’s attitude one senses is that unless something revolves around a show or a major international event better to stand off than participate. This may have been acceptable insofar as the Dog Health Workshop was concerned but was certainly an incorrect stance for the Scientific Conference. These pages strongly believe that it is better to be present and get your point of view across than to ignore it as though it never happened. Fortunately Lee Arnold as President of AKC/CHF saw to it that at least his organization was there and many of the Americans present at the Workshop read as though they were open-minded individuals. What the British presence was at either Conference is unknown as of this writing but it would be shocking to learn that TKC did not participate considering all the happenings on that Island concerning the alleged importance of dogs health generally. In any event if you missed the reports contained in last week’s issue either get a copy or go to the DOG NEWS web site where they are posted completely. THE DELEGATES MINUTES Certainly the printed and or posted version of the Delegate Minutes are 100% more interesting and informative than are those of the Board Minutes. The June Meeting, which was anything but a major nor highlighted one, contained information concerning the break down of event increases. this breakdown has been asked for repeatedly by these pages to no avail. For the first time in the history of dog shows over one million dogs competed at AKC events in the first four months of this year-per those Minutes. While Conformation was hardly the leader in the increase it did have a 12,600 increase so far this year! Again these pages must ask where’s all the talk of show entries going down coming from? As Performance and Companion Events with the exception of Coonhound events lead the way in increases our point in last week ‘s Editorial concerning the need for ALL AKC clubs to have some form of representation is made all the stronger by the figures themselves. Those most responsible for adding to the coffers of AKC seem to have no representation at all! Does that make any sense? Not to these pages it doesn’t. And as for the Suffolk recommendation, which makes a mockery of geographical territories and its attempts at exclusivity, one would hope the Board ideas are adopted. The modification of a fiveyear period as presented by its Delegate is obtuse and accomplishes precisely what the Board originally objected. What Suffolk proposes is a disservice to a club holding a show within the territory in question. It is strongly suggested by these pages that those of you interested in AKC happenings make every effort to get the Delegate Meeting Minutes to really appreciate what is going on at AKC. Makes the Board Minutes seem like child’s play!
DOGS OF UNRELIABLE TEMPERAMENT TKC in the UK was forced to send out a press release urging Agility competitors to be sure that dogs in competition have acceptable temperaments. Wonder if the same caveat applies here in the States too. What does apply here however is the questionable importation by certain shelter organizations of feral dogs whose temperaments may be totally unpredictable. Just as many shelter dogs are transferred from state to state one must ask what sort of temperament evaluations are given these animals? Whether or not dog bite increases have occurred as a result of importation of foreign dogs to shelters and as dogs are moved from state to state the adopters should be made aware of the potential temperament problem that may exist. This is an area shelters for sure need to improve its services in lest we all find ourselves with fewer successes in the adoption areas as dogs are returned to other unsuspecting shelters or individuals without reference to temperament problems. THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK There is a new Care and Condition folder floating around produced by AKC’s GRD. This pamphlet lays out in the most competent of terms AKC’s newly adopted procedures for inspecting kennels as well as for home care situations. It expands upon the excellent presentation of Margaret Poindexter at a recent Delegates forum and is certainly well worth printing out and reading. Here’s how to get if off of the AKC web site http:images.akc.org/governmentrelations/documents/pdf/SafeHousing. pdf It is also located in the AKC GR online toolbox. A truly valuable document/flyer, that’s for sure!!!
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BY RONNIE IRVING
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lackpool Championship Dog Show in the UK used at one time to be known as “the Windsor of the North” when it was held on the town’s Stanley Park. It moved a number of years ago to fields a few miles out of Blackpool, which it purchased and keeps exclusively for the show. This year the second and third days of the Blackpool show had to be cancelled at short notice after the first day’s torrential rain had caused havoc to the showground and to the adjoining field which doubles as the show’s parking area. This is the second time in four years that Blackpool Show has had to be abandoned part way through. In 2008 winds caused marquees to collapse on the third and final day, and the organisers simply had to stop the event in the interests of safety. To fully understand the magnitude of the problem on this occasion, you need to be aware of the details. Blackpool is one of the middle ranking championship shows for size in the UK and is a three-day event, which this year had attracted an entry of 8031 dogs – nearly 3000 of which were entered on the first day - last Friday, June 22. On the previous night and during that day nearly four inches of rain fell in the area. Even the Olympic torch was momentarily extinguished by the rain. It has been processing in a relay all over the UK in preparation for the London Olympics next month. It was in Blackpool on that fateful day and for fear of it being totally extinguished, the torch ceremony had to be taken indoors! The BBC reported “Heavy rain and high winds momentarily put out the Olympic flame and forced Blackpool’s evening
Impressions celebration indoors as the relay reached its halfway point.” As soon as we arrived at the show and parked the car it was obvious that the event was going to have grave problems. The car came to rest in a couple of inches of water and it was clear that departure, later in the day, was going to be a big problem, especially for anyone like us with a rear wheel drive car! When we had waded through the mud and eventually arrived at the benching tent (all big championship shows in the UK still have to be benched) the judging had started and the ring was already becoming nearly impossible. Border Terriers had an entry of 145 dogs and so there were still about 130 dogs to go! There was already literally nowhere in the ring to stand your dog except where it was up to about an inch of water or mud. Movement must have been well nigh impossible to assess. SWIM TO THE OTHER SIDE At one stage the judge asked me to swim my dog to the other side of the ring and back! Then later when we were all moved around together I asked the handler next to me “Where are we going now?” 14 Dog News
- “To the deep end” was his sardonic reply! And so it went on. Having been eliminated from any need to compete further early on (on this one exceptional occasion I was actually thankful for that!), and mindful of having that rear wheel drive car, we thought that discretion was the better part of valor and decided to leave before the parking area became totally impossible. Even at that early stage people were being towed on to the field – never mind off it. We made our escape successfully and we were extremely glad we had! We heard later in the day that some people had taken as much as three hours to get off the field. Someone said they thought it must have been a difficult decision to take, on the part of the organisers – to cancel days two and three. My own view was however that it was simply inevitable. They tried to find another field nearby to cope with the parking but were unable to do so. It was therefore the only decision to take. And for once social media networking came in handy. I haven’t heard how many people turned up on the second and third days only to find that the show had been abanContinued on page 76
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Kind, Gentle War Dogs And Ferocious Fighters
BY M.J. NELSON
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he headline for this feature sounds a lot like a serious contradiction. But then the history of the Mastiff breed, dating back to sculptures from Assyria from about 650 B.C., is something of a contradiction so it is perhaps an appropriate title. The breed may have been brought to the British Isles by the Phoenician traders around 500 B.C. but there is no hard evidence to support that theory, just supposition. What is known, however, is that these Mastiff-type dogs were loved by the ancient Britons because of their size and sheer brute strength. Dog fighting and bull and bear baiting were popular during these early years and the Mastiff was a capable fighter against any opponent including members of other tribes during the frequent inter-tribal warfare that marked early England. When the Romans invaded England, they also took a liking to the breed and brought several with them upon their return to Rome where they fought in the Coliseum against bears, bulls, boars, lions, other dogs and humans. The Romans, taking their cue from the tribal warriors in Britain, also used the breed as war dogs. But, they were also expected to be guard dogs, loyal friends and companions, and even pets. It took a very special kind of dog to go from ferocious fighter to friendly pet dog. Because of the breed’s ability to make this transition, a Mastiff was supposedly Julius Caesar’s favorite dog. The breed’s capability to do many different jobs including some that ordinarily would lead to nasty temperaments but still retain its loving nature is still present in the breed today. Although some view the Mastiff as merely an oversize couch decoration, that’s not true for many in the breed. “These are working dogs that have held many different jobs throughout the breed’s history from fighting lions to serving in war to guarding estates. Having a job is still important for today’s Mastiff even if it is very different from what they may have done years ago. I give my dogs jobs by competing in obedience, agility and rally. It keeps them fit and active. Most judges seem to be pleasantly surprised to find a Mastiff that works and can be competitive with Border Collies or Golden Retrievers in obedience. What they expect is a big, dull, slow dog. My goal is to show a different dog than what they expect. But, they are smart and while they do not get the same innate joy out of doing obedience or agility that my Border Collies do, they can participate and be competitive,” said Nicki Camerra, whose dog, Ch Meadowfarms Polaris Oaklane Envy Us UD VER RN CGC, has multiple group placements and is the first dog in the breed to earn a versatility title. “Mastiffs can be a lot of fun to train
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Am/Int’l Ch Foxglove Limited Edition CD RA CGC TT TDI DD WDE (“Buff”), one of Pat Perry’s Mastiffs. Perry said that carting was the most natural activity for her dogs but backing with a cart wasn’t because Mastiffs don’t particularly like to put their feet somewhere that they can’t see.
“Ivy” ( (Int’l Ch Kingmont’s Sierra Poison Ivy CD RE DDX CGC WDX) , one of Nancy Manceau’s Mastiffs, earning her Draft Dog title.
because they are good natured and they are easily motivated by food,” said Nanci Manceau, whose current Mastiff, “Ivy” (Int’l Ch Kingmont’s Sierra Poison Ivy CD RE DDX CGC WDX) is within three points of her AKC conformation championship. “My dogs have never missed a meal so getting them to work for kibble is pretty easy. It’s really important to show that the breed is quite versatile and not just a big couch potato. They seem to have a reputation for being fat, lazy and just lumbering around. While it is true that Mastiffs are usually harder to train than say a Border Collie or a Golden Retriever, to me that makes training them all the more rewarding. When folks ask me if a Mastiff is smart, I say they are rather like most any breed, or people, for that matter. Some are brilliant and others not so much. One thing they do not like is repetition or drilling over and over on one thing. With any intelligence at all, who would enjoy that?” “Mastiffs are not ‘pleaser’ type dogs.
“Camo” (GCh Lazy D’s Southern Mossy Oak CD RN TDI CGC TT WD) and Misty Ermeling in the rally ring.
One of Danielle Brown’s Mastiffs, Meadowfarm’s Pop Sensation RN CGC TDI (“Miley”), takes a little break from training to be a lawn ornament.
They are free-thinkers and tend not to be seen much in companion sports so I enjoyed taking Camo (GCh Lazy D’s Southern Mossy Oak CD RN TDI CGC TT WD) into the ring for obedience and rally. This is a giant breed so it’s very important to have a highly social breed with good manners. Mastiffs are very bonded to their families and they crave the attention they get from their owners when training. While Mastiffs are thought of as very laid back dogs that don’t require much activity, I’ve seen many that are highly active and can excel in the companion sports because the energy and drive is there,” said Misty Ermeling. Danielle Brown noted that there were some things that were more difficult for her Mastiffs to learn than her Doberman and Miniature Poodle. “There were several things that were more difficult for my Mastiff to learn compared to my other two breeds. But, the main issue was teaching the retrieve. MasContinued on page 80
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JUNE 29, 2012
question week
BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
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How do you think the new judging approval process is working out and are there are specific aspects of it which you believe should be made clearer or which you do not understand?
Janina Laurin I’m not a good candidate for this question since I have not progressed through the paperwork nor do I know of anyone who has submitted their intent to apply under the new rules. Everything I need is sitting on my desk but the prospect of tackling it is so overwhelming. However, my cut-off date to submit all the particulars is August 1st. Perhaps I should answer this question then?
JaSON HOKE Having just applied under the new system I actually feel that the AKC has taken a step forward and addressed a shortcoming that was in the previous process. Under the new system it allows much more freedom for the applicant to present to the committee their dedication and long term and constant education. Previously people viewed the application process as a box checking exercise which limited an applicant to truly demonstrate a “history” in the sport. Now with the open synopsis format dog people with long term experiences are given a better opportunity to express why they are qualified to judge individual breeds. As with any new process it takes time to refine policies and I know from the experience of just going through the new application process myself, that the committee, reps, and staff are striving to make this new format a great success. I do feel it is this forward thinking that
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Dale Martin I have not applied for additional breeds under AKC’s new approval process, so I don’t feel that I can respond with my own first-hand experience on this topic.
will allow the judges department to advance in a very positive direction. Even in the last few months the AKC has released sample applications so that people who are applying have a better understanding of what type of application is expected. All of this will further the simplification and clarification of the new system. Desi Murphy Since I have not applied for any breeds for 13 years, I have lost track of the approval process. For the little bit that I have gathered we now have some common sense being used in the new system. Have only heard positive comments about it. Has to be better than the previous process!
Florence Males I believe there are many positive parts to this new system. But, its too early to say anything about how it’s working, as I believe the applications under this system are probably still being processed by the Judges Dept. As a judge wishing to apply for additional breeds, I like so many others will wait to see how the dust settles. I understand most of it, but when a sample Application was recently sent to the judges via email, I wondered if I could possibly write two single spaced pages about my experience with each breed (even my own breed). Of course, I could copy some of the history and parts of the standard to help fill it in as was done. I do applaud the committee on their very hard work. Also, I’m the eternal optimist! Now it’s more important to see how it’s implemented.
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SPEAK Name: Daniel Fabelo Age: 17 Hometown: Hamilton, Oh
dogs in the group ring. This made my day because it made me realize that Eileen trusted and recognized my potential in handling and it was so nice being able to follow in someone’s footsteps like Eileen, who I have been looking up to for many years now.
How did you become involved in the sport? I became involved in this sport through years of my family traveling to shows and watching my dad and professional handlers show their dogs. Watching my dad was the most effective way that made me realize that I wanted to do the same thing and be just like him, but do my own winning at shows.
What is the best advice you can give to potential and current juniors? Never give up! If you never give up and keep trying even if you are not having the best week; you only get better with practice. Also, do not be afraid to ask for help, this was one I struggled with, but once I started asking judges and handlers for advice or what to work on so I could improve as a handler it showed me that I could really do it and gave me the motivation to keep trying. Asking judges is an opportunity to become aware of what was that one thing that didn’t get you that “blue ribbon.” If you could change one thing that you feel would improve the sport what would it be? I would change the competitiveness of the sport. The sport has become too competitive and at shows I feel like juniors and handlers are no longer having fun. People need to be able to go to shows on the weekend and have fun with friends they make and be able to have a great time at the show, win or lose. We all like winning but we don’t need to be rude trying to do so.
What is your favorite dog show moment, exclusive of a win? My favorite dog show moment was when at a show, Eileen Hackett, a professional handler, took time out of her day to come find me and let me know that I did a great job in juniors that day. She also had helped me by giving me advice about growing as a handler and giving me tips on what I can do to improve. Another thing Eileen would do is come ask me if I could help show one of her
What are your plans in the sport once you age out of juniors? When I age out of juniors, I plan on becoming a breeder and starting my own kennel, follow in my Dad’s footsteps. I want to become a judge as well, hopefully becoming a juniors judge and being able to judge the new kids who keep joining the sport. I would like to become a handler, too, and continue traveling and showing, hopefully taking on my own assignments.
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The very substance of the ambitious is merely the shadow of a dream...� - Wm. Shakespeare
Rare Breeds of the world by Agnes Buchwald
BASSET FAUVE DE BRETAGNE OR TAWNY BRITTANY BASSET
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reviously a kingdom and then a duchy Brittany (Bretagne) - was united to the Kingdom of France in 1532 as a province, and has also been referred to as Less, Lesser or Little Britain (as opposed to Great Britain). Brittany is considered as one of the six Celtic nations (Wikipedia) The more I learn about France, more I realize that even the smallest part of the country goes from famous to very famous, from curious to unbelievable, from interesting to incredible. Brittany is one of those phenomenons. This relatively small region at Northwest France is a couple of hundred miles south of West England. France has a history tied to West England’s due the constant migration between them across the Channel. This forth and back travelling began around the Roman, Celtic, and some centuries later the Vikings’ occupation times. The cultural exchanges have a Continued on page 84
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JUNE 29, 2012 Alaska Kennel Club - Sunday Japanese Chin GCh. Pem We-Syng Lucky Mi Judge Mrs. June Penta Owners James Dalton, Dr. John Turjoman, Marsha Ballard Handler Nancy Martin Echo Hills Kennel Club of Ohio I Schipperke Ch. Dante Fire When Ready HOF Judge Mr. Charles Olvis Owners Amy Gossman, Sandra Middlebrooks & Michael Jameson MD Handler Erin Roberts Hawkeye Kennel Club I & II Saluki GCh. Sandstorm Blue Nile Bubbles of Jatara Judge Mrs. Jacqueline Stacy Judge Mr. Terry Stacy Owners Sandra Middlebrooks, Jackie Harrington, Sara Winsted Handler Erin Roberts Wallkill Kennel Club Pembroke Welsh Corgi GCh. Dalarno Nite Song At Morningstar Judge Dr. Carol White-Moser Owners Kiki Courtelis & Linda Dossett Handler Frank Murphy Mid-Hudson Kennel Association German Wirehaired Pointer GCh. Reece Afterhours The Buck Stops Here Judge Mr. Kenneth M. McDermott Owners Kiki Courtelis, Michael Johnson, Angela Johnson, Christine Whitmore Handler Frank Murphy Yellowstone valley Kennel Club II Kuvasz GCh. Szumeria Wildwood Silver Six Pence Judge Mrs. Janet Sinclair Owners Mercedes Vila, L. Brady, C. Townsend, and C. Muir Handler Diana Wilson
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Clackamas Kennel Club Standard Poodle GCh. Brighton Lakeridge Encore Judge Mrs. Nancy D. Simmons Owners Toni and Martin Sosnoff Handler Tim Brazier Mountaineer Kennel Club - Friday Miniature Poodle GCh. Surrey Sugar Baby Judge Mr. Mark R. Kennedy Owners Ron Scott & Debbie Burke Handler Kaz Hosaka Berrien Springs Kennel Club Michiana Kennel Club Chinese Shar-Pei GCh. Shine N’NuStar’s Deck The Halls MingYu Judge Mr. Jon Cole Judge Mr. Richard Lashbrook Owners Deborah and Robert Cooper, Linda Teitelbaum, Rebecca Pentecost, DVM Handler Nina Fetter Macomb Kennel Club Pug GCh. Hill Country’s Tag I’m It Judge Mrs. Carol White-Moser Owner Carolyn Koch Handler Barry Clothier Continued on page 128
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Ale Kai - On Fifth Ale Kai Solo On Fifth
Champion From the O. B. Class Best of Variety and Group First Judge Mr. William Usherwood
Best In Show Judge Mrs. Gayle Bonetecou
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He’s raring to go. The Multiple Group Winner pictured winning under Judge Dr. Gerard Penta
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Bred by Sandra Patterson Classic Edition Breeding Samoyeds for over 40 years
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Questions
What person do you most look forward to seeing at the dog shows? gene zaphiris. If you could change one thing at the dog shows what would it be? that people shine their shoes more often.
What is your greatest extravagance? cable t.v..
Born: evanston, illinois
What do you dislike most about your appearance? I’m fat.
Reside: cleveland heights, ohio
Married: in spirit.
10 What dog person would you like to see on ‘Dancing With The Stars’? Jim noe with a tattoo. If you were to have a tattoo, what would it be of? jim noe.
If you were stranded on a desert island, what three things would you want to have with you? dominique, cable tv and jim noe.
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When and where are you the happiest? at home in a vegetative state. Other people think I am? jim noe.
What would be your last request? to get that tattoo of jim noe off my butt.
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By Desmond J. Murphy lthough the World Show in Paris was very disorganized and poorly run, I enjoyed it greatly. I had planned to attend the World Show this year in Salzburg since I knew it would be a wonderful show full of great dogs that I have never seen before. I did not accept any assignments in the States so I would have the dates free to attend the World Show. I was dragging in making the reservations and finally the day I figured I had to at least book a hotel in the area an invitation arrived to judge in Osaka, Japan the same weekend. It did not take me very long in choosing to go to Osaka or Salzburg. I had already decided I would be going to the World Show in Budapest in 2013. Going to the show in Austria would cost thousands of dollars and Osaka would cost me nothing. Our World Challenge enabled me recently to see a lot of the great foreign dogs and in another six months Eukanuba would be taking place again where I will see so many friends from around the world. I figured the money I saved going to Austria will pay for my trip to Budapest in 2013. Quickly making the decision to accept the assignment in Osaka, I immediately got my travel plans arranged. Surprisingly, out of Newark United does not have any direct flights to Osaka. The best offerings of connection showed connecting through San Francisco. This would be my fourth assignment in Japan and all of them have been enjoyable and memorable. Yukari Miyagawa, who extended this invitation, is a young lady who had me judge in Osaka four years ago. She and her father, Takahiro Miyagawa, put on wonderful shows and this assured me of looking forward to a wonderful weekend. Yukari is very familiar with the American dog show scene for a long time. She used to live in California several months of the year arranging for the manufacturing of dog food Continued on page 88
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My First Judging Assignment
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s my first judging assignment drew near, I thought back on the long road to get here. In the mid 70’s I worked in a boarding/training kennel with an all breed handler and breeder of Flat-Coated Retrievers. This exposed me to many different breeds, training techniques and insight to canine behavior. This was the beginning of my career with dogs. It was also where I fell in love with Flat-Coated Retrievers. I taught conformation and obedience classes and worked with the Flat-Coats in field events. There is no greater joy than watching a student learn and perform well with their dog. Even when I became a professional handler I delighted to see owner and dog working together as one. After 35 years of experience, countless number of dogs finished, titled in obedience and field events, endless hours, days and years of study and attendance at seminars, I thought I was ready and it was time to begin the process to become an AKC judge. It is a formidable process, not for the faint of heart or someone without the budget to do so. It is an expensive, time consuming, long road to become a judge. Why do it, you ask? Because of the love of dogs and wanting to help preserve the breeds. My recommendation to anyone wanting to go down this
path would be to start saving now and keep extremely good records. You will need them. Luckily for me (not so much for my husband) I am a pack rat. Not an organized one but a pack rat all the same. I had pictures and catalogs of my first dog owned and shown and almost every dog I showed. I had also kept in touch with many of my clients and was able to access past records. Moving forward, I pass my interviews and tests and can begin to accept assignments. My first phone call came from a specialty club in Minnesota. “Great,” I thought, “my first assignment was to be a large specialty.” I told myself, “I can do this. I have judged many sweepstakes and matches. I am ready”. Then I get another call to judge my 4 breeds a month before the specialty. “This is good,” I thought. I can perfect my process before the specialty. For practice, I started judging from outside the ring. Haven’t we all done this? It’s easy, isn’t it? I watched and pretended to judge, hard to do on a coated breed without putting your hands on it; to set the process I would use. As I watched I thought I would want to move them down and back again but there wasn’t a mat there. So I would have to bring each dog individually to a corner to move again. That will take time; can I make it up elsewhere? Now I would move them around to check side gait, but the ring is too small. I’ll have to take them in groups. How many per group can I observe? This is taking even longer but I want to give everyone a fair chance to let their dog shine. Back to the drawing board. My process needs work. Next day I practice taking notes. I would need these to discuss my judging with the AKC rep. What system should I use? I have discussed this with many experienced judges and they all have their own method. I’ll have to find my own. After much trial
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by Shelly Spencer Marx and error I think I have it. Not as easy as you thought is it? Ok, time to stop obsessing. The day is almost here. Now the nightmares began. Night one. Poised and ready, I enter the ring. This is a big responsibility and I want to live up to the trust placed in me. I am ready. Oh no, they all look alike, what will I do? I run screaming from the ring and my husband has to finish for me. Of course he was watching and ready from outside. I wake from that nightmare and begin to study even more. Night two. My confidence has returned and I am ready. This time I am to judge my own breed, Flat-Coated Retrievers. This should be easy. The open dog class enters but what are these? There is a huge dog, almost like a Newfoundland; a dog with a blue gray head, the whole head - not just muzzle; and another one has white spots. And the other two are awful. Great - my first assignment and I have to DQ two of them and withhold on the others. This is not fun; again I awake and study harder. Night three. Let’s try this again. I arrive early to let the rep know I am here and ready. He is not around. Ok, I’ll find him later - I have lots of time. Then it’s time to go to my ring but I have not found the rep, I’ll just go to the ring and hope he is there. I get to my ring but it is not there. Exhibitors have moved the gates and set chairs and crates in my ring. They will not move. I call for the rep and the superintendent but they do not answer. Where is my steward? There is no one here to help me. Ok, I will do it myself. I move one crate and two others appear in its place. Soon there are crates and chairs all over and no room for me to judge. I leave the ring without judging a dog. Once again the nightmare wins and I awake. What am I going to do? I am starting to lose my confidence for real. I study harder.
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inally the day is here. We drove 8 hours to the show which gave me another 8 hours to obsess. I know these breeds and their standards. I should be fine. I meet with the rep; he will observe my first breed. I am comfortable with this. I talk with my stewards, set how to run the ring and begin. I can do this. First dog is a puppy - a little shy but ok. Next dog, young inexperienced dog- novice handler. The dog does not want to be examined. After giving him time I decide that it is not fair to either dog or handler to push the exam and make his experience fearful - so I excuse him. OH NO, is this another nightmare? Am I going to wake up? The remainder of the males are ok, and I finish WD. On to puppy bitch. Really? Another shy, fearful puppy. I excuse her also. Their initial experience in the ring should be a happy, fun time not a fearful one. So after the problem dogs, I am able to relax. I handled this fine and all is well. I finish the breed and move on to the next breed. I ask the exhibitor to show the bite, I don’t want to share germs from dog to dog. The exhibitor struggles with this so I help. I thought, “it is a novice exhibitor and he did not know how to show the bite. The next one is a handler and she should know better.”But wait, it is worse. She drops the collar and lead to show the bite. Ok, I ask her to hold onto the lead while showing the bite. Next is another handler, this should be better. NOT. Same thing - drop the lead. Is this another nightmare in the making? All the dogs running around the ring having a party while I watch in horror as the rep is observing me? But I am awake; it is not a nightmare, yet. “Please hold on to your dog’s collar or leash while showing the bite. Practice it at home until it is comfortable and fluid and be prepared in the ring.” I finished judging the breed, no more mishaps, talked with the rep and passed my first evaluation. On the long drive home we discussed my procedure and thought process. Was there anything I could have done differently for the shy puppies, was I happy with how I ran the ring, what should I change before the specialty? The long road to becoming a judge has not ended; it is now a fork in the road with me on its path of continuing education.
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ime is running out to make known your opposition to the proposed changes to the Animal Welfare Act, the significance of which mustn’t be underestimated. Voicing opposition to these proposed changes to the Animal Welfare Act may be the most important action you can take to ensure the future of rare breeds of dogs, as well as the ability of hobby and small-scale breeders to continue to operate in this country — to say nothing of protecting the future and look of dog shows. The United States Department of Agriculture/Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) has proposed a new administrative “rule” to address concerns regarding the substandard and unscrupulous Internet sales of pets. Like all animal lovers we share those concerns, but the proposed changes will have unintended consequences that will significantly burden small-scale and hobby breeders, greatly impact the general public’s ability to purchase quality pets from reputable, ethical breeders and even threaten the future existence of rare breeds of dogs and dog shows as we know them. The Animal Welfare Act (AWA) currently exempts “retail pet stores”, which are defined as anyone selling puppies directly to a final customer for use as pets. This exemption allows for most small and hobby breeders to operate in the U.S. without being licensed and regulated by the USDA, and rightly so. However, the new proposed “rule” will rescind the exempt “retail pet store” status of anyone who maintains more than four “breeding females” and sells just one dog sight unseen by any method in which the buyer does not physically enter the breeder’s facilities in order to personally observe the animals available for sale prior to purchase and/or to take custody of the animals after purchase. The unintended consequence will be that anyone who sells a puppy sight unseen by any means (i.e., online, by phone or mail, through an intermediary source) would now be regulated under USDA guidelines, which were intended to oversee large-scale and commercial breeders. To outfit their homes or kennels to comply with these guidelines, many hobby breeders may need to invest tens of thousands of dollars or decide to abandon their avocation entirely.
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So, if a longtime, well-known hobby breeder of Pekingese, for instance, who breeds one litter a year, makes a puppy’s pedigree available to a prospective buyer who may have seen the sire or dam at a dog show, and that prospective buyer personally knows the breed and/or the breeder and makes arrangements for, say, a professional handler who will be in the buyer’s area to personally deliver a puppy in exchange for a check, the longtime, small-scale hobby breeder would now be regulated by the USDA as a commercial breeder. Does that make any sense? Reputable, ethical breeders vet prospective buyers and will take a dog back if the arrangement doesn’t work out. Professional handlers, breeders and owners always instruct potential owners to research the breed that best fits their lifestyle and family situation, and to go to dog shows and talk to the experts before making the life-changing decision to purchase a dog. Is it always imperative that prospective owners see the puppy in person before purchasing? Sometimes it’s neither geographically possible nor warranted. I’m pretty sure anyone in the market for a Pekingese puppy would let David Fitzpatrick pick one out and hand deliver it for them. That goes for a whole host of other experts in their respective breeds. Common sense must prevail when adopting legislation of this nature or proposing “rule” changes to existing laws. If a purchaser is confident in a reputable, ethical breeder’s ability to produce a healthy pet or to take it back under any circumstances, wouldn’t the signing of a waiver of an in-person sale requirement suffice rather than saddling such an unfair burden on a small-scale or hobby breeder that very selectively and rarely places a dog in such a manner? The verbiage of such a proposed rule change makes one wonder, could its purpose actually be to eliminate small-scale hobby breeders and some of the rare breeds they produce? Like the seriousness of this proposal, the motives and abilities of the AR extremists can never be underestimated. There are other areas of the proposed rule that need to be addressed. The proposal would change the number of “breeding females” that a person may maintain on his or her premises from three to four. However, the term “breeding female” is not
defined. At what age(s) would the female dog(s) be considered “breeding females”? This must be made absolutely clear. It almost seems like a MacGuffin planted by the AR extremists, designed to take attention away from the rest of the proposal by seemingly making concessions to hobby breeders by allowing them to own more breeding females. All dog lovers are urged to contact the United States Department of Agriculture/Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) to voice their opposition. The deadline for public comment is July 16, 2012, so delay no longer. Take a few minutes to construct a concise, clear and respectful missive, which can be submitted online at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentD etail;D=APHIS-2011-0003-0001 or via snail mail to: Docket No. APHIS–2011–0003 Regulatory Analysis and Development PPD, APHIS, Station 3A–03.8 4700 River Road, Unit 118 Riverdale, MD 20737–1238 The American Kennel Club is recommending a multipronged approach to combating these proposals, suggesting that all dog owners contact APHIS directly as well as joining forces with the AKC in signing an online petition it has established (http://www.akc.org/petition/), where dog lovers can sign and leave personalized comments up until July 15. These comments are viewable to all who log on to the http://www.gopetition. com/petitions/join-with-the-akc-to-protect-responsible-smallbreeders/signatures.html website, and those signing the petition may also choose to remain anonymous. The petition, which as of this writing has garnered over 44,300 signatures, will be sent to the USDA along with the AKC’s comments, which ought to carry some weight, considering that the AKC is the only notfor-profit purebred dog registry with a care and conditions policy that inspects its registered breeders, conducting more than 55,000 kennel inspections since 2000. In a press release dated June 12, 2012, AKC Chairman of the Board Alan Kalter wrote,“We encourage you to sign this petition in order to alert the USDA that a ‘one size fits all breeders’ type of regulation is not in the best interest of purebred dogs, especially rare breeds, and those looking to add a puppy to their family…By signing our petition and posting your comments it will demonstrate our combined commitment to the continued breeding of dogs by responsible small and hobby breeders throughout this country.” The AKC has also offered one such example of a personalized letter that briefly details the potential impact to a hobby breeder should this proposed rule become part of the Animal Welfare Act. (http://images.akc.org/governmentrelations/documents/pdf/usda_aphis_sample_comment.pdf). Please take a few minutes out of your busy schedules now to ensure a future for rare breeds, hobby breeders and dog shows. As Alan Kalter, AKC Chairman of the Board, wrote in his June report, “There are strong forces supporting these onerous regulations, making it more imperative that we create not a new balance of power, but a new understanding that the public wants the breed of dog they want, and those dedicated AKC Fancy breeders must be afforded the protection to not only survive, but prosper. Without our Fancy breeders, it will only be a matter of time before our breeds that have been preserved for hundreds of years, will become extinct. While that might be perceived as an unintended consequence of overzealous government regulation, I believe it is a quite intended consequence sought by the groups that challenge dog ownership every day.” For further information on the USDA/APHIS, the proposed rule change to the Animal Welfare Act, and links to guide you through the process of voicing your opposition, log on to http:// www.akc.org/governmentrelations/usda_aphis.cfm.
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From A Field-Show Breeder’s Perspective by George Bell
Just a Show Dog- Part One Time-Line 1810-1888 The life in the UK of Dr. John Henry Walsh-wrote under the pseudonym of Stonehenge.
Now which one is the English Springer? Family photo of my grandfather from 1902.
1836-2005 The Waterloo Cup, held in the UK. The longest running Dog Sporting Event in history. 1859 Islington Dog Show, the first dog show in the UK (or world) judged by Stonehenge. 1866 The first Pointers only field trial in Britain. 1868 Master M’Grath scores the first of 3 wins at “The Waterloo Cup.” 1873 “The Kennel Club” in the UK is founded by a committee which included Stonehenge. 1874 The first American field trial for pointing breeds held near Memphis, Tenn. 1875 Westminster Breeding Association meets at Westminster hotel bar to discuss hunting accomplishments and to plan the 1st WKC show. 1876 Westminster charter member George DeForest Grant acquires WKC’s Sensation, the Pointer, in Wales for his club. 1877 First Westminster Kennel Club show. The 5 judges were to follow the direction of Stonehenge. 1877 Sensation, the Pointer, begins his show career. 1880 Sensation begins an outstanding field career. 1884 The AKC was founded in the US. 1891 First Crufts Kennel Club show in the UK.
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t the time of the first Westminster Kennel Club dog show in 1877, the American Kennel Club (AKC) did not exist and it was expected that the 5 judges, (3 Americans and 2 Englishmen) would follow the direction of Stonehenge, a pseudonym for Dr. John Henry Walsh (1810-1888), a British author who wrote on dog sport. Stonehenge was the authority of the day on breed standards, and what was the burgeoning dog show period in the US and the UK. In those days they had dog judges for the organized coursing meetings in the UK such as the Waterloo Cup that began in 1836 and would draw up to 100,000 spectators over the 3-day meeting. There were no all-breed registering bodies in the UK or US for the exhibition of their field dogs. Many of the Sighthound breeds had been established for thousands of years, but there was no list of conformation judges from which to fill out a slate to judge a show. Many of the first breed standards were written
by Stonehenge in the UK, but it was not clear when official standards were accepted after the AKC was founded in 1884. The AKC was to be a club of clubs, and at some point the parent clubs were to determine the breed standards. It is clear why the AKC Greyhound standard is phrased the way it is after reading “The Greyhound” (1853) by Stonehenge. Stonehenge has probably contributed more to breed standards, dog shows, field trials and dog literature than any man who ever lived. It is hard to imagine how the dog world had evolved for many years without registering organizations to validate and separate the dog breeds. It took events such as benched dog shows to establish the value of official breed standards and to maintain a registering body that would provide organization to what must have been chaos to sponsor a dog show. There were 1,201 dogs entered at the first WKC show and some of the owners didn’t know for sure what breed of dog they had. In those days, the show giving
Front cover of the Illustrated London News 1881. Artist S. T. Dodd, Slipping the brace of Greyhounds.
Kennel Clubs owned dogs that would be for exhibition only at their own-benched shows, in other words, they didn’t compete for awards at their own shows. These kennel club owned dogs would compete for prizes at other shows but would be on exhibition only at their Kennel Club shows. In 1876, George DeForest Grant, a charter member of Westminster Kennel Club (WKC) sailed to England for the expressed purpose of acquiring a fine Pointer for Westminster Kennel Club (WKC) and while in Wales he selected a Pointer named Sensation as the best dog he had ever seen. His head was perfect and his lemon and white body was exquisite. Mr. DeForest proudly returned to NY with Sensation. He was, as it turned out, to be the lasting symbol of WKC. Sensation began his show career in 1877 and won several first prizes at other shows. In 1880 he began his field career and to the surprise of most in the eastern field trials astonished the crowd as he was “only a show dog,” and had an excellent performance as the best Pointer in the
field trial. His trophy for this field win is on exhibit at the AKC Museum of the Dog in St. Louis. Sensation had a long and storied career in both the field and the ring. One of the WKC judges from the UK traveled to the first Westminster show by ship and arrived in NY a week early. His name was the Reverend J. Cumming Macdona, a canine authority, and one of the most celebrated breeders of English Setters and Irish Setters in England. The Rev. Macdona arrived in NY with his son and one red Irish setter named Rover. Rover had been selected in England by Stonehenge to be featured on the cover illustration of the new edition of ”Dogs of the British Isles.” The primary reason for Rev. Macdona and Rover’s early arrival from the UK was the understanding that Rover would be delivered to the Westminster KC show chairman Tileston upon his arrival and would be available for stud service free of charge to any American breeders of Irish, English, Scotch Setter bitches while judge Macdona was in the US. Rover, at age of 9 years, had
never been shown, even in England, but was for exhibition only at this first Westminster show. Rev. Macdona seemed to have a flair for the outrageous. The Rev Macdona’s father, G. deLandra Macdonna, followed shortly after and arrived in NY with three English Setters, some Irish Setter puppies, and two St Bernards, among other dogs. The WKC Show Chairman Tileston of this first WKC show was also editor of “Forest and Stream” so the WKC show had ample international publicity, and Tileston was the driving force to sponsor this first ever Westminster Kennel Club dog show. The usual entry of Pointers at the shows in those days was around 120 dogs. A good percentage of the entry was progeny of Sensation. The aforementioned John Henry Walsh (Stonehenge) was educated in British private schools, rose to become a fellow at the Royal College of Surgeons in 1844, and followed his profession of surgeon for several years. Dr. Walsh became Continued on page 74
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BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
photos of GREAT WESTERN TERRIER ASSOCIATION BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
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or the last two weekends we have been visiting shows in Southern California-one last week an all-breed in Chula Vista outside of San Diego and only eight miles from the Mexican border about which I wrote in Issue 25. The other show was the Great Western Terrier Association (hereinafter referred to as GWTA), which is held in the heart of downtown Long Beach adjacent to and abutting the Queen Mary ocean liner, now a hotel and major tourist attraction in the area. The grounds here are located on what is called the Queen Mary Events Park where the all-breed shows in Long Beach and Beverly Hills will also be held the weekend of June 30 and July 1st. The all-breeds I have been told have been limited to 1,800 dogs, which is a major stretch of the imagination. 1,800 dogs on those grounds would result in anything but a comfortable day of dog showing as far as I am concerned. Fortunately for all and in fact the all-breeds drew in the area of 1,000 dogs (an increase from last year by close to 240 dogs) whereas GWTA the week we were there drew only about 600 dogs with 700 plus entries (a decrease compared to last year of approximately 300 terriers). All three of these shows have a grand and glorious tradition of having held at one time or another some of the most important events on the West Coast with enduring traditions and impact on our sport internationally. And therein lies the story of how major shows in urban areas keep losing and shifting grounds and seem unable to perpetuate the grandeur of prior held shows. The decline of the importance of these three major events cannot be ignored. The Beverly Hills situation of course is somewhat comparable to Eastern in Boston- an old established show with a glorious history losing or giving up primary venues due to inner city development problems. Long Beach’s two shows were annual events, which while perhaps Continued on page 100
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Ch. Twisted Creek Gentlemen, Start Your Engines
OUR APPRECIATION TO JUDGE MRS. MARYANN ALSTON OWNERS SUSAN DELLAPENTA JOHN D. KOCHENSPARGER BRED BY CHRISTINE AND MICHAEL SMITH REBECCA LYNN GEFFS DENISE GEFFS
PRESENTED TO THE FANCY BY GREG STRONG, AKC RHP (410) 822-2187 NICK VIGGIANO SARA MILLER Dog News 55
Best in Specialty Show, Multiple Group Placing
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Deja As You Like It
Our sincere appreciation to Judge Mr. Michael Faulkner Owners Michele Marini Mrs. J. Richard Schneider Victoria Null
Bred By Diana and Erick Jensen and J. Richard Schneider
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The cool ocean breezes of the San Francisco Bay rolled into Woofstock 2012. We had wonderful cool weather, perfect for people and dogs; for our first two days. Saturday started to warm up and by Sunday it was sunny and warmer than we would have hoped. The weather on Saturday made for perfect weather for the live band and BBQ Saturday night.
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he entries were 2504 on Saturday (conformation only) and we had a well over 220 majors up for grabs. We hosted 17 specialties and 80 supported entries over the four days. The quality of the entries was outstanding and the judges all commented on how fun it was to judge dogs of this caliber. The group and BIS lineups each night were fabulous with several top ranked dogs and multiple BIS winners. We had several “new Woofstockers” from out of the area this year, which was very exciting. Due to the Irish Setter National following Woofstock, we had a lovely Irish entry with many of their exhibitors from across the US. Two in particular got into the mood. Peter Kubacz and Adam Bernardin entertained us with their polyester leisure suits. Peter was amazing in a lime green plaid leisure suit with the appropriate super wide collar. Adam sported a purple leisure suit and those “pork chop” sideburns were really his!! Jimi Hendrix would have been proud! We loved having all of the Irish Setter people with us and we hope they all had a good time. Tara Rowell flew in with her top winning Maltese but it is difficult to find hippy clothes in black. I think those Texas gals find it difficult to wear hippy gear unless it has lots of bling! However we did have Sharon Newcomb (originally a Texas Southern bell and now from New Mexico) and her daughter, Elise Vandermollen from Texas. Sharon had on a hippy dress complete with purple tights and Elise (tall, blond and gorgeous) had on Continued on page 106
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Clicker Training: Quick, Effective and Painless BY SHARON PFLAUMER
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he very life of a visually impaired person is dependent upon the reliability of the training his Guide Dog received as it leads him across busy streets. In the case of Service Dogs placed by Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc. (GDB) in San Rafael, CA, that reliability is based on clicker training. Although numerous other Service and Assistance Dog Organizations now use clicker training, GDB was one of the first to adapt the technology to its program. “In 2008, we experimented with clicker training to counter condition some dogs that developed fear issues while being raised by volunteer puppy raiser families,” says Brad Hibbard, the Director of Training at GDB’s Oregon Campus. “The desensitization process included training new behaviors. While finding a way to speed up the training process wasn’t our goal, nonetheless, we found the dogs learned the new behaviors much faster than they would have using traditional training methods. Since then, we adapted our training system such that twothirds of it is based on clicker training. As a result, we now train Guide Dogs with the same degree of ‘on the job’ reliability in 10 weeks instead of 21. Plus, the dogs are more motivated and happier in their work as they try to reason their way through tasks much more so than they did before,” he said.
PHOTOS BY Puppy Start Right, D. and K. Martin, DVM.
Step 1: After the dog has been taught targeting; the target stick may be used to teach him to “down” using the following procedure. Step 1: Position the target stick about 1-inch in front of his nose. (The dog may be sitting or standing when you begin this exercise.)
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Train any behavior A clicker is a handheld device that makes a distinct clicking sound when depressed with the thumb. Once the dog is conditioned to it, the click sound tells the dog it’s doing the correct behavior and reinforcement in the form of a treat will follow. A clicker can be used to train any dog (or animal) to perform any behavior it’s mentally and physically capable of doing. In essence, it’s as simple as “See the dog perform the desired behavior. Mark the desired behavior with the sound of a click. Then, reward the desired behavior with a treat.” Renowned animal trainer and author Karen Pryor is credited with developing this training technology while teaching marine mammals to perform at Sea Life Park in Hawaii during the 1960s. Her husband Tap, its owner and builder, charged her with training its marine mammals to perform tricks for the shows the oceanarium planned to present. Although she had a background in dog training using traditional aversive type methods, obviously, she couldn’t put a choke collar and a leash on a dolphin and force it to perform. Given that, she explored a new training technology based on the scientific principles of how animals learn and developed by B.F. Skinner called Operant Conditioning. (Operant Conditioning refers to creating behavior the animal will do again consciously and on purpose, which is different from conditioned behavior that happens automatically, i.e., salivating.) While Operant Conditioning rapidly spread throughout the world of marine mammal training, it wasn’t until the 1990’s that the same principles were applied to pet training. That’s when Pryor wrote her bestselling book, Don’t Shoot the Dog, an account of the science underlying positive training, and how marine mammal training methods could be used in
Step 2: Slowly move the target stick down to the ground so it’s between the dog’s paws and back towards his elbows. As the dog’s head lowers and he tucks his chin, his elbows should approach the ground.
sports, education and family life. Although the book’s title was a joking reference to training without punishment suggested by its publisher, many dog trainers read it. That, in turn, opened the door for Pryor’s entrance into the field of dog training. In 1992, while addressing an annual conference of psychologists, Karen invited two marine mammal trainers and dog trainer, Gary Wilkes, to discuss and demonstrate positive training methods. Until then, all of the panelists used the dolphin trainer’s whistle to mark desired behaviors. Wilkes located a commercial source of clickers, a better marker for dogs because whistles already were used to signal dogs for field work. Pryor and Wilkes distributed sample clickers to the psychologists and trainers in the audience, and “clicker training” was born. The perfect marker The clicker was the perfect marker to use for dog training. It was easy for the dog to hear. It was short. And it was clear. With the advent of the Internet’s popularity in the next few years, clicker training spread rapidly throughout not only the dog training world but to that of horses, cats, birds and zoo animals. “The click sound made by a clicker pinpoints the desired behavior the dog performs precisely at the time the dog does it,” Pryor says. “It tells the dog in a crystal clear way that ‘When you hear the click, it means you just did something that will cause me to give you a treat.’” As such, clicker training provides a simple, clear form of communication that is easily understood by the dog and the trainer because the click sound always means the same thing to both. “The dog knows that if it does a particular behavior and the trainer clicks, the dog will be given something it really likes [a treat]. Eventually, the dog realizes it has the power to cause the reward to be given if it performs a particular behavior that elicits a click. “That ‘light bulb’ moment occurs when the dog thinks ‘Oh, I get it. I need to do this particular thing to get clicked and receive a treat.’ After the ‘light bulb’ moment occurs, the dog generalizes the concept to future clicker sessions which speeds up the training process. “From then on, whenever a new behavior is introduced, the dog understands the clicker training ‘game’ has begun again. That motivates it to find a way to make the trainer click and give it a treat. So it begins offering behaviors. In this way, the dog becomes not just a willing but active participant in the training process.
Step 3: Click the instant the dog’s elbows and rear touch the ground, then, reward the behavior by giving a treat.
“We call this concept training. The first concept is ‘Click means treat.’ The second is ‘I can do things that make my owner click.’ The third is ‘Sometimes there’s a name for a behavior. That means, I won’t get clicked and get a treat if I perform the behavior randomly. But, if I do the behavior after my owner says the name for it, I’ll get clicked and receive a treat.,” Pryor says. Loading the clicker Before clicker training can begin, the dog must be taught to respond to the clicking sound made by the clicker. That means it first must learn that after the clicking sound is made, it will be rewarded, i.e., given a treat. In order to teach this, the clicker must be “loaded.” The loading process should be done with a hungry dog in a quiet area. A handful of high value treats should be at the ready. “While holding the clicker with one hand, press it with your thumb so it makes the clicking sound,” Pryor says. “Then, immediately give the dog a treat with your other hand. After repeating this ten times, wait for a few seconds until the dog is not paying attention and looks away. Then, click the clicker again. If the dog suddenly looks up at you in anticipation of getting a treat, then, loading the clicker was successful and training new behaviors can begin.” Because it helps novice trainers and their dogs to better understand the clicker training process, Pryor recommends they first teach their dog targeting. Targeting is teaching a dog to touch its nose to an object on cue. “To teach targeting, begin by holding out your hand [or a target stick. Target sticks maybe purchased but a pencil, dowel rod or ruler also can be used.]. At the exact moment the dog sniffs your hand, click the clicker once and give the dog a treat. Now, move your hand about one-inch away from the dog, wait quietly, and click again when the dog touches it a second time. Then, give the dog a treat. Next, move your hand two or three inches away and click and treat again when the dog touches it a third time. When the dog is taking a step or two toward the target, you can begin leading it around with your hand. “Once learned, targeting has immediate practical value. It can be used to ask the dog to jump on or off of furniture, get in or out of the crate or car, to teach it to heel, train tricks and so on. For example, to teach your dog to jump over your leg, hold your hand on the other side of your outstretched leg and allow the dog to figure out what it needs to do to get clicked and rewarded. The dog is clicked as it jumps over your leg and not when it touches your hand,” Pryor says. Continued on page 112
Step 4: Repeat Steps 1-3 until the dog reliably offers a “down” when prompted by the target stick.
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ichon Frise Fanciers from across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Korea, China and even Ireland, gathered at the Westin Lombard Yorktown Center in Lombard, Illinois for ‘Who’s On 1st in Chicago’, the Bichon Frise Club of America’s 37th Annual National Specialty Show the week of May 7th – 13th, 2012. This year’s event was dedicated to 2011 BFCA President, Sandra Madia, who passed at the end of her term. She was sorely missed this year as she’s been a champion of the breed and the club for many years. As we gathered at the Registration Table on Thursday, anticipation of a fun time to come was high as old friends and competitors greeted each other once again. The hotel was welcoming, comfortable and staff very accommodating. Two excellent restaurants were offered on site and a host of other options close by for those who ventured out. We agreed, probably one of the best overall venues we’ve had in several years. A big round of applause is due to the BFCA Board Officers and Members, Committees and the many vol-
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unteers, who pitched in to make ‘things’ happen. ‘Things’ being of many different endeavors; Trophies and Ribbons, Specialty Sales, Welcome Bags, Video & Catalogue Sales, Judges Gifts and Hospitality, Health and Rescue Tables, Silent Auction, Raffle, Banquet setup and seating, Judges Education and the list goes on, with the heroes of the Ground and Floor Committee truly saving the day when the Show Superintendent was running late and they jumped in to get the ballroom prepped so grooming could begin! The official Welcome Party was held
Thursday evening after most everyone had arrived and we gathered to share Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Friday was a diverse day, some site seeing around Chicago, some preparing for the Banquet Event, Raffle and Silent Auction and the really serious ones preparing to show. And of course, many had to visit our chosen master scissor man, John Lyte, JL Sharp Shop, who arrived early and stayed late making sure we all had the right tools for the task ahead. Friday night’s Annual Award BanContinued on page 114
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It is with a heavy heart that I tell you about the passing of Heather Logan. Heather Logan passed away on Monday, June 18th. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends and the Canadian dog fancy and indeed the fancy worldwide. Heather was a retired all breed judge, nationally & internationally acclaimed. During her career she bred German Shepherds, Old English Sheepdogs, Basenjis and was a highly respected all breed judge with assignments around the world. Heather Logan was an Emeritus member of the Canadian Dog Judges Association, a Life Member of the Canadian Kennel Club and served for a time as Secretary-Treasurer of the CKC before it was reorganized with new positions including CEO.
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n a brighter note, the Bytown Obedience Club once again hosted the 18th annual HIT of HIT’s. The HIT of HITs is a prestigious Obedience competition hosted each year by the Bytown Obedience Club in the Ottawa area of Ontario. The event is open to any team that has achieved a HIT (High in Trial) in Canada between January 1st and December 31st of the previous year with a score of 195 or better in Novice or Open and 193 or better in Utility. Teams perform under the scrutiny of three judges, each of whom design and call the routine for one class. The HIT of HITS is not a CKC sanctioned event, so some procedures differ from regular trials. The judges often design intricate and challenging routines for the competitors. The judges this year were Lucie Leduc Levassseur, Del Lunn and Sharlene Manderson. The event was emceed by Darwin Boles and Lynda Morrisey has written a wonderful article about the 2012 HIT of HITs. The winner of the 2012 HIT of HITs was GMOTCh Taygold’s Brawlroom Dancer WC, RE and Ellie Beals.
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At first glance, it seemed like an unlikely place to hold a National Specialty. Maybe even at second glance. A casino complex out in the middle of absolutely nothing but desert for miles and miles. In the heat of May. But, the Primm Valley Resort, south of Las Vegas turned out to be a delightful setting for 5 days of Chinese Crested specialties.
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he American Chinese Crested Club held a regional specialty on Thursday, May 17 and its national Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20. The Chinese Crested Club of Greater Los Angeles held a regional specialty on Friday, May 18 and the Southern California Chinese Crested Club held a regional specialty on Wednesday, May 16. It all added up to a whole week of fun for the fun loving Chinese Cresteds and their exhibitors. Workers started arriving on Monday and, by Tuesday evening, things were in full swing with a B match followed by the
welcome party and costume contest. I have to mention here that the food at this first event was a preview of some of the very best food I have ever eaten at an event of this type. This venue really outdid itself in the food department – not your usual institutional rubber chicken dinners. The next morning marked the start of the Southern California Club show with Carolyn Strunge judging sweeps and local, well known and liked, ever sparkly Johnnie Shoemaker judging the regular classes. At the end of the day, Mr. Shoemaker chose Ch Dejavu I want ‘A Talk About Me shown by Continued on page 113 Tammy Miyagawa as his best of breed. Continued FROM page 122
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It Reigned Affenpinschers In Washington State
BY JACKIE STACEY
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he Affenpinscher Club of America is the national or “parent” club devoted to promoting and protecting this breed. As stated in our Constitution, we are guided by the following principles: “To encourage and promote quality in the breeding of the purebred Affenpinscher and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection.” The Club has made an asserted effort to showcase our Breed throughout the US by holding its annual National in different locations. It’s always worrisome when a Specialty is held on the West Coast and particularly in the Pacific North West. I have never understood why Westerners will travel East for shows but the Easterners seldom reciprocate. The Affenpinscher Club of America, Inc. held its Annual National Specialty on June 8th, 2012 in Puyallup, Washington at the Puyallup Fair & Events Center in Puyallup, WA. The Specialty was held independently on Friday, followed by the supported entry embedded with the Puyallup
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Dog Fanciers on Saturday and Affen regular classes at the Tacoma Kennel Club on Sunday. We would have been pleased with an entry of 25 and were thrilled that it was 31. Laugh as you will, but be reminded Affens are the lowest entry breed in the Toy Group, yes litters and individual dogs registered have declined remarkably over the last years, but in the same percentage as all other AKC registered breeds. What a sad thing is that. Co-chairs, Susy Stremel and Tracy Kahlo, did a bang up job assuring that no stone was left unturned providing wonderful hospitality, great accommodations, beautiful trophies and a grand time for all. Their committees should be congratulated as well. I’ve attended many a National and this is the first time that I have ever experienced this kind of a welcoming. On Continued on page 124
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doned, but I’m prepared to bet that it was far fewer than it would have been in similar circumstances a few years ago. WRITTEN IN THE SMALLPRINT Fortunately for the organisers – but unfortunately for those who had entered at the show - the small print of the Blackpool Show regulations state “Cancellation or Abandonment: Entry fees will not be refunded in any circumstances where any act of God or any other unforeseen reason causes the cancellation or abandonment of the Show after entries have closed.” I reckon that must have saved the Blackpool Show (but cost the rest of the dog fancy) over $200,000. Clearly the Blackpool Committee had learned from past experience. They had suffered enough problems in 2008 when part of the last day of their show had to be abandoned because of high winds and rain. On that occasion I seem to recall that they offered anyone who had not been able to show their dog before the show’s enforced early closure, the opportunity to have a free entry for the following year’s show. Needless to say there have been those who criticised the organising committee for failing to do this or that on the first day of the event, but I must say that the vast majority of those whom I met at the show (and admittedly weather conditions didn’t allow me to meet many) felt that it was just one of these things – and was indeed “an act of God”. It must all have been a nightmare for the show management. SHOULD SHOWS OWN THEIR OWN GROUND? But one fundamental question remains however and that is whether or not it is really wise for a dog club to own its own showfield. It does in normal circumstances have huge financial advantages. But when things go wrong, especially for a show as large as the Blackpool event with over 8000 entries and on as grand a scale as this year – the dog club is very much left to its own devices. When a show shares a fairground 76 Dog News
it may have to pay to do so, but it does have the security of knowing that it has the backing and infrastructure of another organisation behind it. That organisation, in the UK at any rate, is usually supported by a large number of farmers who have the people and equipment to help out in times of severe difficulty. We had experienced just that at another UK show in Scotland the week before – the two-day Border Union Agricultural Society Show where weather conditions had been almost as bad. What a second partial abandonment of this show in four years will do for its future entries is hard to tell. But the Blackpool organisers will be pleased to remember that the last time they had such a problem in 2008, their entry the following year was only down by 64 dogs – very much less than 1%. I wonder if the show will continue in future to use the strapline shown on the front cover of this year’s premium list and catalog under the Blackpool name and logo – “The Show that will blow you away”? THE POWER OF THE PROFESSIONALS I have advance notice, though I haven’t yet been able to read his exact words, that Matthew doesn’t exactly agree with my worries about the influence and dominance of professional handlers over the US dog fancy. I gather he thinks my views are a bit wide of the mark – though that’s not quite the expression he used when he communicated his feelings to me! His comments were caused as a result of my recent contention that judges won’t get invited to take up many assignments if they fail to put up professional handlers. What I said was “Presumably judges have to appeal both to owners and professional handlers if they are to be selected to be part of many judging slates. But does the opinion of the professional handler fraternity count for too much when show organisers are planning their show panel? This is certainly something that has been said to me in the past – namely that if you don’t, as a judge, make sure that you favor the professional handler then you won’t get invited to judge very often. That is probably an unfair overstatement but undoubtedly the professional handlers will have as good an idea as anyone, who is a good judge of a breed and who is not.” He says he thinks I
should re-evaluate my theories about the professional handler’s ability to control the dog show world in the States. CREAM RISES TO THE TOP In my own defence, I did say that I thought that the assertion was probably an unfair overstatement. It is true, however, that while I think that the existence of professional handlers is absolutely essential to the US dog fancy because of the distances involved in getting to dog shows, I do have reservations on how this affects the fancy’s ability to bring new people into the sport at the bottom end. He asks where on earth I got the impression that professional handlers have an influence over who gets assignments? I can only tell you that it has been said to me by a number of judges attempting to climb the judges’ ladder in the USA. And I accept that maybe these are judges with low ability levels who are using this as an excuse for their apparent lack of progress. Matthew tells me that there are plenty of judges and shows in the USA and that gives ample room for choice and allows the cream of the judges to rise to the top based on merit. I like to think that the same applies here in the UK for the most part, and that here, just as in the USA, the less able judges do get found out eventually, and are not supported by exhibitors. I guess one of the problems we have here in the UK is that we actually have too many judges who don’t actually judge regularly enough and because of the physically small size of the country, we have a rule which states that a judge can’t award CCs to a breed more than once in any twelve month period. That means that the poorer judges who regularly make a mess of their assignments in a breed, don’t actually judge often enough to get a bad enough reputation for it to stick. To that extent the US dog scene is probably much less forgiving on bad judges and, irrespective of whether it is because of professional handlers or owner exhibitors staying away – the standard of judging ought to be higher in the USA than it is here. I’m not sure that it always is however and certainly I had the impression when I lived in the USA that well known professional handlers with a good reputation often, with some adjudicators at least, had an unfair advantage over owner handlers with equally good dogs.
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h well – it takes all sorts and all views to make up this sport of ours! No matter whether we think judges are good or bad, irrespective of whether we think professionals are a force for good or evil, or regardless of whether we have to battle through mud, wind and rain – despite all of that we nevertheless still, most of us at any rate, seem to come back for more. Thank goodness for that!
Molly!
: F F B w e N s ’ Meet Debbie Best In Specialty Show Winning
GCh. Lazy K’s Dulce De Leche
Molly finished in January at 13 months old including a Best of Breed over specials from the 6-9 puppy class under Judge Mr. Norman B Kenney!
Molly’s been growing up at home but has been spot shown winning Best of Breeds at the following shows: March 14, 2012 Blue Grass Boxer Club Breeder Judge Mrs. Cheryl C. Robbins May 17, 2012 Vacationland Dog Club Judge Mrs. Sulie Greendale-Paveza May 18, 2012 York County Kennel Club Judge Mrs. Joan P. Scott May 19, 2012 Vacationland Dog Club Judge Mr. Robert L. Vandiver May 20, 2012 York County Kennel Club Judge Mrs. Patti Widick Neale, pictured
Sire: GCh. Raklyns The Bronx MVP at Third • Dam: Ch. Ensign’s Amore Di Vita
We want to thank all of the judges that have recognized the quality in this young bitch. Watch for her in the Specials Ring with Handler and BFF Debbie Struff!
Breeders: Sue Gubernatis, Lazy K Boxers Annette Clark, Ensign Boxers
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tiffs typically are not retrievers so this was a challenge. Another problem was the ‘get back’ in utility to retrieve the third glove because of his size. Training a Mastiff to track was also difficult. There are very few Mastiffs with tracking titles and I don’t think there are any with a tracking dog excellent title. But, the worst problem was in rally and obedience competition where the judges set the course or the jumps at a size or distance appropriate for a small dog, not a giant dog. There have been multiple times that my jumps in the open class were so close to the baby gates that it was unsafe for my dog to jump. As a novice, you typically don’t say anything to the judge which can be detrimental to the dog’s performance. But after some experience and repeat failures because of distance issues, I learned to ask for more room. The same was true in a ‘tight’ rally course. There is only so much room to fit in multiple rally signs and often these courses are not ‘Mastiff friendly’ and the dog has difficulty maneuvering between the signs. The biggest obstacle we encounter in conformation is judges not truly knowing the standard. Unfortunately, if the judge doesn’t know the standard, some really nice dogs get passed over and the judge picks a handler rather than the best dog in the ring. There have also been shows where it was obvious that judging Mastiffs was not something the judge wanted to do as the judge did not want to go over the dog or examine the bite or made comments about the slobber.” Pat Perry agreed that courses in performance sports are frequently not designed with big dogs in mind. “We’ve run into problems in rally where many times it was very tight between stations making it difficult for a Mastiff to make the turn. Often my dogs were right on top of the next station after going over a jump. In obedience, judges ask for a turn or an about turn too close to the ropes or the gates not taking into consideration the space a Mastiff needs to execute those commands.” Perry, who owns Int’l Ch. High Country Buff’s Cairo Queen CD RE CGC RL1 RL2 DD TT TDI WDS (“Corinne”), Am/Int’l Ch Foxglove Limited Edition CD RA CGC TT TDI DD WDE (“Buff”) and Int’l Ch. Sherridane’s Best Kept Secret CD RN RA TT CGC WD (“Tonka”), has done carting with her Mastiffs and said that while this sport was relatively easy for her dogs, there were aspects of it that were not so simple.“Carting was the most natural activity for my dogs but backing with a cart wasn’t. Mastiffs are big but they aren’t stupid and they don’t like placing their feet where they can’t see. I solved the problem by giving lots of treats and praise when the dog would put one foot back. Of course, then I’d only get one foot back with each ‘back’ command. It probably sounded funny to the spectators but it worked and there are no deductions for saying ‘back’ six times.” 80 Dog News
Camerra said that one of the problems with Mastiffs in performance activities is that people tend to set their expectations as to what the dogs can accomplish too low. “Some have been told by trainers that Mastiffs can’t be competitive while others just assume that the breed has to be big and slow. When I was looking for my first Mastiff in the early 1980s, I was told by several breeders that Mastiffs could not do obedience because their legs would shatter! Lucky for me, I ignored those statements and wondered to myself how Mastiffs could function as a working breed if they couldn’t compete in obedience. People just need to find a trainer who is willing to work with the breed and not automatically accept a lower level of performance because the breed is a Mastiff. The one issue I have encountered is in agility. I think it is important to introduce contact obstacles at a relatively early age. With Noah, I started agility when he was six and a half and weighed 190 pounds. I had to compete with him in jumpers only because I did not expose him to the dog walk, teeter and Aframe when he was younger and a little less bulky. With some of my dogs, I’ve put them on the equipment much earlier and it was significantly easier to teach navigating the obstacles safely with a smaller, more agile dog due to the dog’s age.”
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ike many dogs, Mastiffs can sometimes get tired of an activity and be reluctant to do whatever it is that the owner wants them to do. “I’ve had both of my Mastiffs get ‘sour’ on performing jumps,” said Ermeling. “This is just not a behavior that is common in Mastiffs. In both instances, I stepped back and allowed both of the dogs a break from this activity. When we went back, it was with extra special treats that were given only when they were doing jumps. I also lowered the bar to the lowest point and then gradually worked it back up as the dog became more comfortable.” Brown said that anyone who has ever trained any breed of dog will admit that at some point, a dog will need help doing an exercise that they have performed correctly in the past or will need a new motivation to perform that particular job. “You simply need to be patient and reteach or give a correction. Sometimes just giving the dog a break will change their attitude. It’s also worth trying better, more savory treats as these can motivate the dog to work.” Camerra has a different theory about working with dogs that become disinterested in doing an activity. “I think dogs do sour on some of the activities especially on the precision required to be a successful obedience dog in the B classes. Over the years, I have learned that it is better to try and work through the issue, perhaps by trying some different techniques rather than taking a break. It’s important to not let a performance or behavior backslide or to accept a substandard training session because it will bleed over into the ring. The standard in training has to
Ch Meadowfarms Polaris Oaklane Envy Us UD VER RN CGC, Nicki Camerra’s Mastiff, has multiple group placements and is the first dog in the breed to earn a versatility title.
be as high or higher than what you’d expect in the ring. If you let it slide once, Mastiffs are quick to determine that it’s okay to continue with that behavior. Some training sessions that I expect will be short reviews turn into a much longer session if the dog is having a day where he is not giving any effort. I try to picture what an ideal performance looks like to me and that is what I strive to achieve in training. I do want a dog that shows it is enjoying itself yet is also precise. It is important to persevere because these multi-titled dogs are incredibly important for the breed’s survival. They are good ambassadors for the breed as they show what the breed is capable of doing. Not only do they have to be good physical specimens but they also have to have the correct temperament to work with the handler in a number of public places. In a breed as large as a Mastiff, with the increase of breed specific legislation, it is important to the breed’s future to have as many dogs as possible have basic training and be able to function in public places.” Manceau noted that Mastiffs are facing the issue of popularity. “There is great concern that the breed will become too popular. Indiscriminate breeding results in inferior dogs with no regard for screening the health problems we have worked so hard to eliminate.” Ermeling agreed. “Being that I live in Missouri which has the corner on the puppy mill market, I see a large number of Mastiffs that are ill-bred with terrible temperaments. People purchase these dogs not knowing that this is not the normal temperament for the breed and then try to show them in companion sports only to find that their dogs’ iffy temperament is not acceptable anywhere. These activities give dogs with the correct temperament and structure an opportunity to use their brains. But, I think these performance-based sports are even more important for dogs that compete in conformation. Dogs that are successful in conformation are deemed worthy of being bred. But, it is equally important, for the future of the breed, to show that dogs worthy of being bred have type, great movement, good health and have the brains to function in a working situation.” “Mastiff owners need to get their dogs out doing something,” said Perry. “Socializing is the most important thing you can do with a Mastiff. Saying the dog was ‘frightened as a child’ or ‘had a bad experience’ is just making excuses for a dog that may have developed bad habits along the way. These things probably can be fixed with good training, patience and love. A good Mastiff is certainly worth making the effort.”
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Yet Another Specialty Win And Group Placement
GCh. Stelor’s Royalty Remembered Sincere appreciation to Judge Mr. Michael Manning for the Best of Breed and Judge Mrs. Keke Kahn for the Group Placement.
Owner: Dee Stelmach stelor@ptd.net
Presented with love By: Melissa Foehrkolb Assisted by her son Tyler
Breeders: Dee Stelmach & Kaye Ames
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strong influence on both people’s artistic manifestations, but especially on the Celtic music of Brittany, and West England since the Middle Ages. Armorica “land of the sea” as Brittany as was known by the Celts, has a long and colorful past. From the 16th Century Rennes has been Brittany’s capital, and houses the Breton House of Parliament. The Côtes-d’Armor on the north is famous for its pink granite coves and fishing ports. Morbihan, on the south, with its rivers and valleys, has a milder climate. Finistère –meaning the end of the earth- in the west is known for excellent sea food, and sweet pancakes. Breton is a Celtic language belonging the same branch as the Welsh spoken solely in a few areas of West-Brittany. The noted difference between Brittany and the rest of France is this peculiar Breton language. Historically important Carnac is a site of stone megaliths, called “dolmen” or “menhirs” – (the largest man made stone collection in the world with more than 3,000 stones). The reason and purpose of the dolmen until today is a complete mystery. As every mystery gains legends Carnac’s megalithic stones have several. My favorite (beside the comics of Asterix and his friend Obelix, who always walked with a menhir as his backpack), is the King Arthurian story explaining the reason they stand in such perfectly straight lines is that those are Roman legions turned to stone by Merlin the Wizard of Camelot. Brittany has an old tradition based on the therapeutic use of seawater. Products from the algae as creams and cosmetics for great beneficial effects on the skin are worldwide famous and important commercial assets. This fact alone should be enough to make Brittany popular, but there are more. Dinan -the small medieval town- is a work of art for its old feudal walls and the old Jeruzal Street dated back to 13th. Century, the town’s 54 towers that once existed, only 16 remain as well as a number of medieval houses, and castles. Other important medieval towns are Vannes, and the capital Rennes, where castles and fortresses witness the Bretagne’s defense from enemies at vulnerable shores. Mont Saint Michel’s several edifications were sacred locals from monks to kings. Since 1979 St. Michel was included to the World Heritage List of UNESCO. Tumulus of Barnenez (in northern Finistère) – dating from Neolithic times - is an enormous pile of stones at least 6000 years old. The impressive stone forest is Brittany’s biggest and most important prehistoric structure (around 80 m long and 10 m high) overlooking the Bay de Morlaix containing 11 granite burial chambers.
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There are defense castles at north cities of Fougeres and Vitre, which after centuries still remain intact. They were built to defend Celtic Brittany from French invaders until the final union with the rest of France (1532). This is a land where history, art, culture and nature live together with marvelous food, great liquors, and “galettes” (a type of pancake, similar to a crepe). Bretons still drink cider, play Celtic music and wear traditional local costumes. Brittany is close to Paris - the trip takes only 2 hours by train from Rennes. Ferries run from two ports to the UK. The port of Roscoff receives overnight ferries from Plymouth (England). Most of the centuries old castles, and the medieval churches, houses, and museums are open to public visitation. And of course this is the homeland of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne or Tawny Brittany Basset’s breeders say that this is a big dog in a small “jacket”. The B.F.B. is a capable athlete apt to climb, and to squeeze in and out of thorny thicket in pursuit of prey. They are great hunters, and the small size is an advantage to enter the prey’s lair, which is impossible to do by long legged/bigger hunting dogs. The origins of the breed are not very clear, they possibly evolved from the four varieties of large hounds that existed in France during the 16th century. These breeds were distinguished by the texture and coat color; the Du Roil had white coat, the Du Bretagnes’ were divided in two; fawn and the black, and the Du Saint Louis were grey. Several French hound varieties were developed from the repeated crossing of these four types. This small breed inherited the courage, the excellent scenting, and hunting ability from its forefather, the Grand Fauve de Bretagne. Before the French Revolution, the hunting sport was reserved only for the aristocracy. The Duke of Brittany Francis 1 was crowned King of France in 1515,he was an avid hunter who on horseback hunted with a pack of Breton hounds. The hunting privilege for the aristocracy was abolished
after the Revolution in 1789. With no more prohibitions the common people were permitted to hunt and have hunting dogs. Now a new problem surfaced; these people had to hunt on foot as the vast majority had no horses. Obviously the hunters could not keep up running with the large and fast moving hounds – in consequence the selective breeding and the development of all French Bassets was borne provoked out the need for a smaller dog with a slower pace that could be followed on foot. Bred to be a hunter, these dogs love to chase, and recently are catching eyes in the show rings as well. In some countries including USA a group of fanciers began to use the breed as excellent Search and Rescue dogs. The Tawny Brittany Bassets are also successful therapy dogs doing extremely well in obedience trials. Blessed with loving, happy, and outgoing temperament, they make wonderful pets being gentle with children, and loving human companionship. Sweet natured and smart the dog can be easily trained. Some of them may be though learners as hounds in general are stubborn, and may be easily distracted by any unexpected action or scent. The name of the breed is like the sound of a bell stressing its color (light brown to brownish orange). Various shades of fawn, from golden, wheaten, to brick red. A few black hairs on the ears or the back are acceptable but not desirable, as is a small white spot on the chest Disqualification; Long or woolly coat, or any coat (quality or color) not described by the standard. Note - Some Fauves are born with black in the coat; this may or may not go with maturity. It is less common to see them with white patches but when they do occur it is generally confined to the chest and top of the head. The Basset Fauve of Bretagne was bred to be an independent thinker with great stamina, and accustomed to work in a pack – so would tolerate other dogs. The breed has considerable exercise requirements, and needs long walks especially if is being kept indoors. This is a sweet and friendly dog rare even in its native country – anyhow being rare is just a matter of time. The best thing about a man is his dog, and the Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a testimony of this French proverb. Our dear readers can find the complete Standard at – the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Club of America – UKC , and the FCI standard’s site.
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being exported to Japan. So Yukari and her father share many friends in common with me. I remember about 45 years ago being at a dinner in New York where the Japanese Kennel Club met with AKC where the final arrangements were ironed out for AKC to recognize the Japan Kennel Club. This was the beginning of a very strong bond between Japan and America, which only continues to strengthen year by year. Many great dogs were exported to Japan. Many young Japanese handlers came to study in the States. Some of them decided to stay here, like Kaz Hosaka. Kaz quickly became one of the leading handlers in America and has continued to be a great diplomat between dog fanciers here and in Japan. Dog fanciers and breeders have profited in both countries because of his love for the sport. Kaz is just one example of the great bond between Japan and the States. We also have some top young American handlers, like Rebecca Cross, that have spent time in Japan. So many breeds today have profited from the talent of Japanese breeders. Papillon bred “Queen Bliss” dogs have made their mark all over the world. The Toy Poodles of the kennels of “Smash” and “North Well” have dominated our Poodle Club of America for so many years now. This year “Smash” was WD, WB and BOB for about the eighth year in a row. These “Smash” dogs are based mostly on all American breeding. The Japanese bred Boxers have accomplished great wins at our Boxer National, including the BOB winner just a few weeks ago. There has been a good exchange between Borzois. The top winning Afghan in America just a few years ago was a Japanese bred Afghan. These are just a few examples of the great exchanges Japanese and American breeders have enjoyed for the betterment of the sport. This great exchange will only continue to grow in the years to come and probably at a more accelerated pace and the dog world grows closer and closer. An added bonus to any foreign assignment is if one of the other judges is an American that you like or a foreign judge that also speaks English. On my first two visits to Japan I was traveling with one of my best friends in life, Jimmy Mitchell. I am not fond of sharing rooms with most people, but it is an added bonus sharing a room with Jimmy since it gives me more time to be together in a quiet, relaxed setting. While judging last year in Japan I had the great fortune that Luis Pinto Teixeira was also on the panel. Luis Pinto I have admired for many years and he is one of the most respected judges in the world today. It was such a joy to get to know him and spend so much quality time together. Besides getting to spend time with Americans or old friends it gives the opportunity to meet new dog fanciers, some that become good friends. On this trip to Osaka I was pleased to learn Nancy Smith Hafner was already on the panel. Having known Nancy for many years, this would be a chance to spend some quality time together. Since with most foreign assignments there usually is not more than one other American, I have been very lucky in that I have never shared a foreign assignment with another American that is a bad traveling companion. In foreign lands the cultures are different and we have to remember we are invited guests. They will usually know our needs, but will not be famil88 Dog News
iar with our wants. They go to great lengths to make us feel as comfortable as possible. Starting long before the show weekend Yukari had to help with making the travel arrangements, etc as clear and as easy as possible for Nancy and me. Since Nancy had never judged in Japan she had several questions that needed to be answered. I basically knew the drill and only needed to know who would meet me and the name, address and phone number of the hotel we would be staying in. This information is needed for all countries today when filling out the immigration forms.
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was arriving in Osaka about four hours before Nancy so that meant that Yukari had to make the one hour drive to the airport each way to retrieve me. When I was checked into the wonderful hotel, it was time for Yukari and her father to turn around and go back to the airport to retrieve Nancy. Nancy was connecting from Chicago through Narita to Osaka. When Yukari checked on the status of the connection from Chicago to Narita she saw that segment was running thirty minutes behind schedule. Being Narita would be the port of entry for Nancy she would have to claim her luggage, recheck her bags and clear immigration. Yukari, knowing Nancy might miss this connection, contacted personnel in Narita to meet Nancy after clearing immigration and help usher her to the awaiting flight to Osaka. I had to make a connection going and coming through San Fran, but this was so much less complicated than Nancy. She started out in Alabama and drove 150 miles to fly out of Nashville to Chicago and then to Narita and finally Osaka. As much as I enjoy going to foreign lands, I would find an itinerary like Nancy had a bit trying. I am spoiled since out of Newark 90% or better I always have a direct flight. With international flights it is always better to at least have two hours or more between connections. Claiming luggage, rechecking the bags, long lines at immigration and transferring to another terminal generally takes at least two hours. Most long haul international flights usually only have one flight a day so if you miss that connection you will not be going for another 24 hours. That is the main reason an extra day should always be allowed and a day of adjustment before a long day of judging makes for more enjoyable judging. Having a 6 AM flight and being an international this meant checking in by 4 AM so I departed home at 2 AM on Wednesday. Between the long connection and eighteen flying hours and the time change, it was about 6:30 PM Thursday when I got to my hotel room in Osaka. A week or so before our arrival Yukari had to switch hotels where Nancy and I would be staying because the original hotel was overbooked. The Japanese judges did stay at the original hotel. Having slept quite a bit on the long flights I was not exhausted upon arrival at the hotel. Nancy arrived around 9 PM and we had dinner in the hotel. We chose to dine in the restaurant that was on the 36th floor, which had a magnificent view of the city. With all the lighting on some of the grand buildings it was very spectacular. After traveling for over 24 hours it was a treat sitting in beautiful surroundings. Several glasses of wine, a great pizza and the good company of Nancy made for a relaxing evening before the busy long weekend would start. Continued on page 92
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riday morning dawned very early for both Nancy and I, which is normal for the first day when there is a drastic time change. Getting out of bed before 5 and not meeting Nancy until 9 for breakfast gave me a good four hours to just relax enjoying lots of my instant Starbucks, which is a lifesaver for a coffee drinker. I quickly learned from Facebook about the death of Donna Summers, Alan Buckner and then Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees. Facebook certainly does give out instant news from all over the world. This also would be a good time to answer emails that required some length in answering and details to be explained. I have a bad habit of not turning my cell off when I go to bed and this means getting calls at all hours of the night from people not knowing I am on a twelve-hour time difference. This morning was no exception and between 5 and 6, three different friends called just to chat. At $1.99 a minute even I try to keep the conversations limited. I am trying to get Big Ed to talk fast and only deliver good news. Being up really early Nancy and I met for breakfast earlier than planned. The breakfast buffet at the Swissotel went on and on. Every type of Western and Asian delights were offered. Being up for hours I worked up a large appetite for a huge breakfast. Sitting by the windows gave Nancy and me a chance to view the whole city of Osaka by daylight. There was so much beautiful design with so many of the towering hotels and other skyscrapers. After talking at the recent Poodle Club of America for hours we still had some time to kill before meeting Yukari at noon. There was a fabulous multi level mall attached to the hotel. Over breakfast we could view a beautiful multi level park that surrounds the mall. The inner stores were top drawer, but it was walking around the park that was so beautiful. Nancy could inform me of so much that was in bloom. I have come to realize that malls in most foreign lands are so much more beautiful than anything we have in the States. Promptness in Asia is always a given and Yukari was in the beautiful lobby before the appointed time to greet us. Having enjoyed a huge breakfast we asked Yukari if we could have a late, small lunch. Yukari drove us about 45 minutes to the outer part of the city. This gave us a chance to see much of Osaka. Our destination was the Old City. This now has become a large tourist attraction. It is an absolutely beautiful park with literally thousands of deer walking all over the streets and snuggling up to tourists in hope of being fed. Many street vendors sell food that can be fed to the deer. Walking through the park and thousands of deer and school children, we arrived at the fabulous temple surrounded by manicured lawns and flowering plants. After touring the temple a light lunch was in order, but like all of Asia nothing comes in small portions. I opted for noodles and soup and Nancy had the most beautiful parfait of the most vibrant colors of fruit and ice creams. Around 5 o’clock we were back in the lobby so the stewards could explain the judging system, which would be all new to Nancy. Not sure just how much she comprehended but I assured her that her stewards would manage
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the classes and she would only have to judge the dogs. The one big difference is that the sexes are kept totally separate. There is a Best King and Best Queen from the baby level right thru the regular BIS. Not until Best King and Best Queen at the end of the show do the King and Queen meet for the final winner of the entire show. Being an FCI show there are ten groups. You have within each group baby King, baby Queen, puppy King, puppy Queen and the adult King and adult Queen. This amounts to six groups for each of the ten groups or a total of 60 groups to be judged at the end of the day, plus the six different BIS. So at the end of the day many, many people go away thrilled that they won a major award. During the meeting Friday afternoon we learned that at the end of Saturday show Nancy would judge the Poodle specialty, which had an entry of 140. They said she could surely start to judge before 5 PM, but would need to be finished by 7:30 PM as it would be dark. At 6:30 Yukari escorted me and Nancy to another hotel where a formal dinner was arranged for the officers and other Japanese judges. It was a very relaxing dinner consisting of many, many courses that were presented so beautifully. My only concern was being able to politely sample every course presented before me. Nancy was not quite as relaxed as I was. She had just learned she might just have 2 ½ hours to judge 140 Poodles. We all assured her that with good stewards and her expertise she could judge very quickly. I have to admit that I was bluffing it a bit when I assured her it would not be a problem. After a full day of touring, a fabulous meal surrounded by great company, it was a welcome relief to be able to retire early knowing Saturday would be a very long day. Saturday morning dawned early and over another wonderful breakfast Nancy and I tried to imagine what the day would be like. I had the privilege of doing all the Bests on Saturday, which would entail several hours. That is probably why my assignment only consisted of just over 50 dogs. One of the Japanese judges had quite a large assignment. Happy to say they judged very quickly and I was able to start judging the Best at the appointed hour. The Poodle Specialty was scheduled to start at 4 PM and I was determined to have all the Bests finished by then. Judging rather quickly I had all the Bests finished around 3 PM which pleased everyone. Even though Poodles were not scheduled until 4 all the exhibitors agreed that Nancy should start judging at 3:30 and this would be a lifesaver for everyone at the show. In all of my baby and puppy Bests French Bulldogs dominated so many of the wins. I had so many nice Frenchies at the breed level and had some difficult decisions to make because of the quality being so high. It is always interesting that in judging here in the States the level of quality cannot always be predicted. While in Japan about the same time a year ago the Frenchies were quite poor. And vice versa a year ago I did a Golden Specialty and there was wonderful depth of quality and at this show they were quite lacking. When it came time for Best King in show the nod went to a wonderful Golden. This dog could do well anywhere in the world today. This kennel showed several wonderful Goldens to me last year in Japan. I have also admired some of the dogs they have shown in the states. In the final lineup for Best Queen, several really Continued on page 96
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Ch. Gallant’s First And Foremost v Ciden GROUP FIRST Scottsbluff Kennel Club Thank you Judge Mr. Norman Kenney Breeders: Gallant/Ciden Mona Fasth DVM Cynthia Huckfeldt, PHA 307 532-1641
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top bitches were presented to me. I could not deny a Giant Schnauzer bitch I had not judged but admired in Japan last year. She is just coming into maturity. Last year I believe she was Reserve bitch at our National. She is only the second Giant in the world that I have ever awarded a Best to. To me she has it all. She is a real Schnauzer with great bone and substance. She moves great in all directions and carries herself correctly. The icing on the cake is her wonderful hard coat that is presented superbly by her handler. For the final top award between the King and Queen I could not deny the Giant. The lovely lady who gave her the group after Best told me that she has awarded her three Bests. I only had about four Maltese and they were of extremely top quality and they were bred by the lady who judged the Giant at group level. Labradors as a whole were lacking in type, but there was a super yellow bitch I put Reserve Queen in show. It was no surprise to learn she was from the Australian “Driftway” kennels of Guy Spagnola. In the different BIS lineups there were some very good Shelties also. At 3:30 Nancy had just a handful of Standard Poodles. This variety has never become popular in Japan. There was an absolutely stunning white puppy dog that won the variety in a flash. Nancy confirmed my opinion that he would have fared very well at our recent PCA. This young stallion of a dog I imagine will go on to a great career in Japan or anywhere else in the world. Having to make a very long trip by car to the restroom I missed most of the miniature variety. Of the 140 Poodles entered close to 130 were Toys. Actually Toys and most commonly known as Dwarfs. This is the fourth size of Poodles in FCI and they are between Toys and Minis. Also in FCI countries Toys are up to eleven inches, which means some are pushing twelve inches. It is much easier to breed a top quality eleven inch than a ten inch Toy Poodle. The extra inch allows for prettier heads, better bodies and usually better overall balance. From ringside the depth of quality was as good, if not better, than had just been witnessed at PCA. Nancy was extremely pleased by the depth of quality. There were so many beautiful youngsters which shows the future of the breed will continue to strengthen. The Champion King and Champion Queen classes were a beautiful sight to witness. Due to such quality Nancy had hard decisions to make in just making cuts. After making a large cut in both Kings and Queens, her mind had to be racing overtime. Her eventual Best King in Toys also captured the whole Specialty. Last year I had judged this dog and was very taken by him. He impressed me even more this trip seeing him against many other Toys of super quality. Many, many of these Toys could win big anywhere in the world today. This has been proven at our PCA. For so many years now the “Smash” kennel has won. Not only was the quality outstanding, but the presentation was spectacular. Every dog in the ring was presented like a top special. Luckily with great stewards and Nancy being so 96 Dog News
well organized with her procedure, the judging was finished before 7:30 PM just as it was getting dark. The club had lighting set up in case of darkness. Actually it was used as added lighting the last half hour of the show. After a very long day, Nancy had to do a ton of photos, which took well over an hour to do in the pitch black. Because of Nancy judging so fast we were able to enjoy a fabulous dinner around 9:30 PM. Most of the committee, me and the other judges were showing signs of being tired. Nancy was so energized from the adrenaline pumping because of her joyous assignment.
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unday morning we were anticipating another fun filled day. Since she was judging all the Bests her breed assignments were small. I had an entry of 98. Being able to move quickly I was finished before 11 AM, which gave me the opportunity to watch some breed judging. In Japan if you are doing Bests you are not allowed to see what happened the previous days. This allows for a more level playing field. Often judges do not want to put up the previous winners figuring it allows for more winners. Nancy was presented with a wonderful final lineup in both Best King and Best Queen. The lineups were slightly different. The Golden I made Best King was not shown on Sunday. The Giant I made Best Queen and overall Best was defeated in the group to a lovely Boxer bitch. Japan has been a world leader for Boxers in recent years. They have done so well at American Boxer Club. Just a few weeks ago at ABC, a Japanese Boxer was BOB. He is co-bred by our own Bill and Tina Truesdale. Nancy carried the lovely Boxer bitch to Best Queen. Her Best King was a wonderful Cairn that due to his handler not feeling well was not shown on Saturday. Since the show was finished and all pictures taken by 5 PM this allowed for some time to relax before another festive dinner Sunday evening. Here we all spoke about the wonderful dogs that had gathered at these fabulous shows. After Yukari taking care of not only our needs, but also wants for four long days, I could tell by late Sunday evening she was getting a bit tired. Even after a very long weekend Yukari was a perfect host on Monday. This was so enjoyable for Nancy and I. The day entailed driving about one hour to the city of Kyoto. This has to be one of the most picturesque cities I have ever witnessed. One could only imagine that hundreds of years ago it was designed for tourism of future centuries. The temples, landscaping, walking paths, great little shops, tea houses, etc. have to be seen to comprehend the incredible beauty. It was a very long day and I only wish we could have spent more than one day there. The weather Gods were so kind to us since the whole weekend was picture perfect for touring. Only on Sunday did it get slightly warm at the show to the point of keeping the dogs in the shade. Yukari Miyagawa and her father, Takahiro, put on two marvelous shows. Every detail for the comfort of judges, exhibitors and handlers is carefully planned for. All of the people in attendance were in such a good mood. It was like being at a great Garden Party. Yukari used to live in Southern California a large part of the year. Takahiro, her father, because of his devotion to many breeds, especially Boxers, has visited the States often. Hopefully we might see this very knowledgeable judge officiating here in the future. For anyone who has not been to Japan I hope they will get the opportunity to witness a beautiful country, great eating and the world of dogs in Japan.
Our thanks to Judge Mr. David Kirkland
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more involved in writing for dog sport and was renowned for his “British Rural Sports” publication. Dr. Walsh soon abandoned his medical career. Dr. John Henry Walsh was far better known to the sporting world as Stonehenge than to the world of academia as Dr. Walsh. From the 1836 through 1860’s many organizational changes were happening in the field at Waterloo Cup coursing meetings and the founding of dog shows and registries such as “The Kennel Club.” Walsh broke his own Pointers and Setters. He kept and bred coursing Greyhounds and entered them in coursing meetings. He was one of the founders of the “National Coursing Club” (Still in existence today). Stonehenge, a prolific writer, authored many books. The first, most important book was “The Greyhound,” (1853) a collection of papers originally contributed to Bell’s Life (3rd ed. 1875). The Greyhound was one of the first “Breed Specific” publications ever produced. In 1857 he moved to London and joined the staff of “The Field” and later that year became editor. He judged the first ever Islington dog show in 1859 in the UK, featuring Setters and Pointers only. Stonehenge was on the committee that founded “The Kennel Club” in 1873. Among his many published books under the pseudonym of Stonehenge were: • Shotgun and Sporting Rifle • The Dog Health and Disease (1859 3rd ed. 1885) • Dogs of the British Isles (1867 3rd ed. 1885) • The Horse in the Stable and in the Field (1861, 13th edition 1890) • Archery, Fencing, Broadsword, 1863 The American Kennel Club (AKC) was founded in 1884; 7 years after the first Westminster Kennel Club show (WKC.) The dogs for the most part would only compete in one class at WKC. There was no Best of Breed, no group competition and no “Best in Show” until 30 years later. Setters and Pointers were to be featured at this first WKC show, but the Greyhound classes were filled as 18 Greyhounds were entered at the first WKC show. The racing Greyhound followed about a half-century later in about 1920. Before the shows began, there was only one variety of Greyhound, and that was the English Coursing Greyhound that had been developed in the UK to course hares for at least 1,000 years. With the advent of dog shows, owners of field breeds noticed a difference beginning to emerge in the show judging of their field dogs. Weren’t they all field dogs? Perhaps what was emerging was a show dog with smooth muscles and gleaming coat that lived
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in the owners bed at night and had probably never coursed a hare in its life. H. Edwards Clarke details the split in the UK in his book, “The Modern Greyhound.” “When the Islington (show) followed Newcastle’s (show) footsteps (in 1862), we find owners of coursing Greyhounds beginning to take an interest in showing ... The promoters naturally turned to knowledgeable coursing men to act as judges ... engaged by the show promoters to judge their well-filled Greyhound classes. “Coursing owners were naturally quite happy to enter dogs from their kennels, to submit the winners of great stakes for the critical judgment of such men ... a state of affairs that prevailed simply because the judges in question were practical coursing men who judged according to `working type’! “As this conception of `working type’ is probably the rock on which the views of showmen and working men of nearly all sporting breeds inevitably split, it may be well to set out what it implies. “From the point of view of the Greyhound breeder and owner, only those factors that could affect a dog’s performance, its ability to run fast and far, would be regarded as faults. “It is history now that this stage continued until about 1890 and that certainly by 1895 the owners of coursing kennels had virtually ceased to send entries to the shows. The reason for this unfortunate decline of interest is as simple as it is sordid. Sordid - for basically the reason was finance. “By 1890 the popularity of dog shows had so increased that the possibility of their profitable exploitation was not lost on their promoters a specialist judge soon became an expensive luxury. A race of `all-round’ judges began to grow up ... As such a man was not likely to be a coursing expert or enthusiast, he had no knowledge of the function or purpose of the breed and consequently he had nothing to rely upon for his awards, save `good looks’ - prettiness became the standard rather than purposeful physique! “For these reasons coursing owners ceased to find pleasure in exhibiting the animals that proved themselves in the field, but which were now consistently set aside in favor of `special show dogs’ that had been carefully fed and rested for the show and which had probably never had a real good gallop in their lives. In 1895, the schism was complete and the breed virtually divided into two sections – the Greyhound for exhibition and the Greyhound for coursing.”
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I Dream of “Genie” Ch. Kayas Genetics Matter “Genie” Sire: GCh. Ch. Fiveforks Geometry Matters At Kayas
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First Weekend Out As A Special 10 Month Old Genie Takes The Ring By Storm! Thank you Sa tur Ms. Christine S day Judges; ayers Anderson for awarding B est of and Mr. Robert Breed Frost awarding Grou for p First
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Thank you Adrienne for this very special little girl.
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lacking the longevity of BH had become a major player nationally in our event world. Now word is out that the likelihood of a December show for Long Beach is remote if going to happen at all whilst the summer show is reduced to an ordinary type entry. GWTA, which developed initially indecently into a most respected and internationally acclaimed place for terriers to be seen, seems in the past years to have piggy backed with summer Long Beach and suffered a fate similar akin to that show. Nonetheless GWTA certainly can survive and expand on its own or combined with Long Beach and Beverly Hills. Personally I never did like the concept of back-to-back GWTA’s as I thought it took away and continues to take away from what GWTA came to stand for—which was quality of judges and dogs in top condition being shown there. To my mind the addition of the second show was unnecessary particularly when held in conjunction with the two all breeds. One must presume that eventually steps will be taken by the clubs to restore to the dog show world what these clubs originally stood for lest they suffer the ignobility of say Westchester, which by combining with the New Jersey shows has lost its own true identity and meaning. Most shows these days seem to go through cycles of one sort or another. Look at Santa Barbara, which ruled the roost for years then fell by the wayside and is now returning in great part to the prince of a show it was before. Hopefully the same can be said of these shows in the future as well.
“Schweitzer”
Number One* Breed Standard Schnauzer
Thanks to Group First Judge Mr. James E. Noe
Group and Best In Specialty Show Winner, Multiple Group Placing
GCh. Mistic’s Longfellow Serenade Breeder: Carol Filer, Mistic Standard Schnauzers Handler: Shawne Imler Owners: Sally Marsh and Alfred DeRenzis *All Systems
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another American Kennel Club resignation LISA GONZALES, vice president of Marketing, has left the organization. Her sudden resignation has elevated the position of MICHAEL GANEY, who will replace LISA as the vice president in charge of Marketing. CARL GOMES will be judging Boston terriers at the East of England championship dog show. LINDA & MICKEY LOW are seeing America first as they drive from Connecticut to Arizona to empty the contents of their Scottsdale home. The LOW’S have moved back east permanently and not that MICKEY is a fast driver, but LINDA better look quickly at the scenery. The American Kennel Club has also honored ROSEMARY REDDITT of the Aztec Doberman Pinscher Club of San Diego and BOB EISELE of the Suffolk County Kennel Club for their community service with an AKC Community Achievement Award. L. MAE EVANS, of Ruttkay Keeshond fame, suffered a stroke at the Five Valley show in Missoula, Montana on her way home from the national specialty. A member of the professional handler association, her kennel is the oldest Keeshond kennel in the United States. All of us at DOG NEWS send MAE our best wishes for a speedy recovery. While she’s hospitalized she can receive emails through the hospital at www.stpatrick.org. Congratulations and welcome the RUSSELL TERRIER to the terrier group as of this past Wednesday the 27th. A very special birthday greeting to former American Kennel Club president WILLIAM STIFEL, who celebrated his 90th birthday. Also celebrating birthdays are SULIE GREENDALE-PAVEZA, ELAINE WHITNEY and PHILIP MARTIN.
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he nominees for the American Kennel Club Lifetime Achievement Awards have been announced. There are three nominees in each of the three categories. The nominees are selected by member clubs. In the area of Performance the nominees are PETER J. GREEN of Bowmansville, Pennsylvania, ED SLEDZIK of Reston, Virginia and PATRICIA CRAIGE TROTTER of Carmel, California. In the area of Companion events the three nominees are SUSAN B. BLUFORD of Carmel, California, SHARON REDMER of Whitmore Lake, Michigan and ROBERT SQUIRES of Webster, New York. In the area of Performance the three nominees are JEAN DIEDEN,DVM of Clinton, Washington, DANA JENSEN of McKinney, Texas and LEIDA JONES of Lady Lake, Florida. An award presentation will be given at the December AKC/EUKANUBA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP dog show in Orlando, Florida. Don’t forget to organize your breed booth or commercial space for the American Kennel Club & The International Cat Association MEET THE BREEDS to be held at the Manhattan Javits Center on October 20th & 21st. Last year over 40,000 people attended this once a year event. Just a question, but if 40,000 people attend this trade show, how many would attend if the American Kennel Club held its National Invitational at the same location? Contact GINA DINARDO at the American Kennel Club at 212.696.8350 or email gml@akc.org. In yet
Vivian & Catlin The Number Two* Wirehaired Dachshund
GCh. Kadell’s Smart’ N Pretty W Thank you Judge Dr. Dale Simmons for this win - hope you are back to 100%! Thank you to our daughter, Catlin, for the fantastic job she does in Vivian’s presentation and care. Vivian loves you!!!
Breeders: Judy Anderson & Fred & Carol Vogel
Always Owner Handled by Catlin
O‘Kadell’ - Laura Reynolds Catlin & James Cahill
*Breed points, All Systems
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the perfect mini skirt and white boots that would have made Goldie Hawn proud. It was a very nice moment to see Mother and Daughter standing side by side in the Toy Group on Saturday. This represents several years of working together as breeders and exhibitors in our sport. Even better in their hippy gear! Phil Booth has become a regular at Woofstock and took the top honors on Saturday, but so far we have not been able to get him to dress up. Next year Phil, look out! I am shopping for you! Phil carries around his very first tie dyed arm band from his first Woofstock in his pocket for good luck.
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cannot write this article without acknowledging someone who has been at Woofstock since the beginning but the first couple of years did not dress up at all. I sort of teased him and said “one day I will get you to dress up”. The following year he did have a peace sign around his neck with his suit. This year I did not even recognize him! I saw this hippy with long hair, a huge beard and a super groovy hippy outfit. I did not know who this person was until he entered the costume contest and started to walk. It was none other than Eddie Boyes!! Eddie, you were hysterical and I think came in a close second to the winner. The winner of the men’s contest (aka: DR. GOOD GRASS) sported a tray (similar to the cigarette girls of the 40’s) of various “recreational items” of the 60’s and 70’s. When the women’s contest started, we had some of our lady judges jump into the contest. It was wonderful! Marilyn Mayfield really outdid herself and was the quintessential hippy complete with fringe, braids and round glasses. She looked so groovy. Joyce Vanek, who has the best sense of humor jumped in as a pregnant hippy smoking a…err…
hmm…. doobie. It was hysterical. The winner of the best dressed female was however quite the looker! All six plus feet of her (?). She obviously works out quite a bit and was showing off some pretty impressive “guns”. We did have a slight problem during the competition however as one of the entrants called for a DNA test. Then someone else called for BOTH a height and weight check. This did not deter the eventual winner, who danced around in his pink lace skirt and tank top. When it came time for the crowd to clap for the winner, the house came down. The screaming became even louder when he flexed his “guns”. I will not say who it was, but one person was heard to comment “Boy, I sure would like to be hanging off of those!” Don’t worry. Your secret is good with me….. Judge Shirley Limoge came up to me with a quizzical look on her face and pointed to two very tall gentlemen after she had finished judging French Bulldogs. She said, “Who are those two very tall men that are dressed up?” I said, “That is Wood Wornall and Bill McFadden.” It took me several minutes to convince her it was indeed them, and then she just laughed and laughed. I must give special kudos and thanks to Col. Joe Purkhiser and his adorable wife Murrell, who were the PERFECT hippy couple! Both complete with wigs, pigtails, bellbottoms and glasses. I hope you have a photo Continued on page 110
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of them, because they really got into the spirit and both looked amazing. You really would not have recognized them!
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eanwhile, back in “Bulldog World” we had almost 100 entries. They started with an independent specialty on Wednesday and then continued with additional specialties and supported entries over the four days. We had entries from Utah, Arizona, Alabama, Washington, Mexico, New York and Texas. They have an area all to themselves and we have breeder judges for them. This year they tie-dyed their own back drop for their photos and all seemed to have a great time. Our specialty coordinator, Eva Berg, does an incredible job working with the bulldoggers as well as all of the specialty clubs to make sure they are all happy. We held a “Chuck A Duck” contest of Friday for Take The Lead. It was a 50/50 winner split with TTL. We purchased special “hippy ducks” that people kept as a memento. The winner was Debbi Kennedy and she graciously donated back one half of her winnings. Additional funds for TTL were cleverly raised with a photo op of John Lennon and Yoko Ono who posed on their mattress (reminiscent of the famous album cover) John Lennon was none other than the creative Bill McFadden and his assistant Tomoko Saeki. Capturing the BIS on Thursday and Sunday was the Wire Fox Terrier Gr. CH. Afterall Painting The Sky. breeder: AJ Pertuit Jr., Betty Seaton Owners: Victor Malzoni Jr. and Torie Steele, Scott and Mary Olund and D Ryan. Handler: Gabriel Rangel. This girl is making a name for herself and deservedly so! Friday BIS honors were awarded to the Standard Poodle Ch. Penndragon Owain, Breeder: Rick and Kim Bates and Annett Ilyev. Owners: Rick and Kim Bates. Handler: Kim Russell. This beautiful boy was recently awarded BW, WD at PCA and is already making headlines. Saturday’s tie-dye BIS ribbon was awarded to the German Wirehaired Pointer, GR. CH. Mt. View’s Ripsnorter Silver Charm. Breeder: Helen George, Claire Wish and Kelly Wish. Owners: Victor Malzoni, Jr. He is currently the number one dog all breeds. We want to thank everyone for coming out to WOOFSTOCK. See you next year! GROOVY AND PEACE OUT!
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Herding Dog Winning Dog All The Same Dog !
Ollie is half-way to his PT title, all the while earning accolades in the breed ring. A Multiple Group Winner, he has added a Specialty Best in Show to his list of accomplishments. The specialty win at the 2012 National Capital Bearded Collie Club show (entry of 97) was a particularly exciting one, allowing Briarpatch to retire the Challenge Trophy for Best of Breed. Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to English BreederJudge, Linda Pierson, Kiltondale.
GCh. Briarpatch Just One Look, HT, CGC Sire: GCh. Briarpatch Look at That, CD,RE, HT, AX, AXJ, MXp, MJp • Dam: Ch. Briarpatch Jocala Inspiration, RN, HT
Briarpatch
Lucy Campbell-Gracie and Anna Gracie * 2211 Stockton Road * Phoenix, Maryland 21131 * 443-212-5134 Dog News 111
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New behaviors only As soon as the dog performs the new behavior four or five times as if it knows what it’s doing, the behavior is named: “jump” as in the above example. Then, the dog can be verbally cued to perform it. Once a dog reliably performs a new behavior when verbally cued—“speak,”“spin,”“down” or whatever--the need for the click fades away. The dog simply is rewarded with a treat after performing it. After the dog knows the behavior well, it needn’t be rewarded with a treat every time. Praise and petting can be used instead and food only given occasionally. “Many behaviors can be ‘life reinforced’ as well,” Pryor says. “For example, you call the dog to the kitchen and give it a bowl of food. Or you call the dog over and pet it. Treats can’t be phased out entirely however. New behavior extinguishes rapidly if the dog never receives high value reinforcement.”
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Shaping More complex behaviors that might not occur spontaneously must be shaped with the clicker. Instead of trying to get the dog to perform a more complex behavior all at once, the behavior is broken down into small progressive steps with each being rewarded until the dog performs the complex behavior. For example, shaping is used to clicker train future GDB Service Dogs to route their visually impaired handler around an obstacle that’s overhead and in their path. The following are the steps in the progression. Step 1: After the dog naturally stops when it encounters an obstacle at its head height and blocking its path, the trainer marks the behavior with a click and rewards the dog by giving it a treat. Step 2: The height of the obstacle is gradually raised in increments. Again, each time the dog stops after it encounters it; the trainer marks the behavior with a click and rewards it. Step 3: The obstacle gradually is raised until it’s above the dog’s head but not above the head of the person being guided by the dog. Once again, each time the dog stops when it encounters the obstacle, the trainer marks the behavior with a click and rewards it. Step 4: The trainer clicks and rewards the dog when it stops for the obstacle even if the person being guided commands the dog “forward.” Step 5: When the dog stops at the obstacle and the person being guided puts his hand up and touches the obstacle indicating he knows it’s there, the trainer clicks and rewards the dog again. Resources Website: www.clickertraining.com Books: Clicker Training Theory Pryor, Karen. Don’t Shoot the Dog and Reaching the Animal Mind Some Clicker Training Applications Bertilsson, Eva and Johnson Vegh, Emelie. Agility Right from the Start Martin, Kenneth M. DVM and Martin, Debbie. Puppy Start Right Parsons, Emma. Click to Calm: Healing the Aggressive Dog Spector, Morgan. Clicker Training for Obedience Online Clicker Training Courses https:// www.karenpryoracademy.com/about: Dog Trainer Foundations (for the pet owner) Dog Trainer Program (for the professional) Canine Freestyle
When a Guide Dog in training stops, after it encounters an obstacle in its path, the trainer clicks and treats.
The obstacle is raised gradually in increments until it’s above the dog’s head but not above the head of the person being guided by the dog. Once again, each time the dog stops when it encounters the obstacle, the trainer marks the behavior with a click and gives the dog a treat.
The height of the obstacle is gradually raised in increments. Again, each time the dog stops after it encounters it; the trainer marks the behavior with a click and gives the dog a treat.
When the dog stops at the obstacle and the person being guided puts his hand up and touches the obstacle indicating he knows it’s there; the trainer clicks and gives the dog a treat again.
PHOTOS BY Lori Brown and Guide Dogs for the Blind, Inc.
Advantages Teaching a new behavior with a click is a more effective means of reinforcement than saying a word like “yes” or “good.” That’s because there’s nothing ambiguous about a click. It only means one thing to the dog: “You just performed the exact behavior that will get you rewarded.” Words can be loaded with emotion, however, and thus muddy the training process, i.e., the owner may be upset by something unrelated to his dog. Nonetheless, the dog hears the anger in his voice and thinks it’s directed at it. Further, each time a word is said to reinforce a particular behavior, it’s spoken with a different amount of emphasis: Good or GOOD or G-O-O-D! Which one is the “good” that really counts? There’s also never any pain or fear associated with clicker training--a key difference between it and traditional aversive training methods. With clicker training, the dog is never forced to perform a behavior, i.e., pulled, pushed or jerked. Instead, the dog willingly offers behaviors in order to be rewarded. “In the past, we used aversives to handle most domestic animals,” Pryor says. “If a dog forged ahead while heeling, the trainer jerked the leash attached to the choke collar the dog was wearing. Clicker training shifts the trainer’s focus from ‘How do I stop an undesirable behavior?’ to ‘How do I build good behavior?’ It takes the trainer out of the punishment mode and into the shaping and reinforcement mode.” Clicker training is faster than other methods, as well, as long as the timing of the click is perfect. “Don’t click after the dog did the cute thing you want it to repeat but while it’s actually doing it. If you click once at exactly that moment, your dog will remember. Then, the next time it wants you to click in order to get a treat, it’ll raise its paw or turn its head or do whatever the cute thing was. “The most common mistake novice clicker trainers make is they try to progress too quickly when teaching a new behavior. Instead of asking the dog to touch their hand after it was moved one-inch away when target training, owners immediately move their hand one-foot away and ask the dog to touch it. You have to
break things down into little steps and then do each step one at a time. That’s called Shaping,” Pryor says.
Our appreciation to Mrs. Sharon Krogh for this recent Group Placement
A miniature Foxhound, solid and big for his inches—Beagle breed standard FLASH: Two more Group placements! Thank you to Judges Ms. Marjorie Martorella & Mr. Alan Brown
GCH. VINLA’S RIGHT RECIPE FOR DELUXE Bred by Kevin Brooks, Vinla
■ Loved and presented by Julie & Ron Lux, Deluxe Hounds ■ www.deluxehounds.com Basil is the AKC’s first Grand Champion Beagle Dog News 113
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quet began with a preview of the numerous Raffle selections and final bidding on the Silent Auction items generously donated by members and vendors. Rick Day and Kat Dillon switched hats from their day jobs to become the Club’s Official Entertainers, bringing out everyone’s fun side as they presented the raffle and auction items to the winners. After dinner, Club President Keith Hanson got a little more serious, presenting our 2011 Awards: Top Winning Bichon, GCH CH Saks Hamelot Little Drummer Boy, bred by Sandee and Keith Hanson, Shirley and Richard Hamilton; owned by Barbara Weidner, Laurie Darman, Kim Griffin & Cecelia Ruggles. Top Winning BOS Bichon, GCH CH Belle Creek’s Razzle Dazzle, bred by Lorrie Carlton and Rick Day, owned by Lindsey Van Keuren, Glenda Blue, Lorrie Carlton & Larry Letsche, DVM. Sire Of The Year, CH Allure’s U Chenoa Joe, bred and owned by Lisa Des Camps & Katherine Dillon. Dams of the Year: GCH CH Bibelot’s Purple Heart O’Mine, bred by Paula Hendricks, Bill Dennis, Lorrie Carlton, Larry Letsche, Debra Hamilton, & Ashley Bettis, owned by Paula and Matt Abbott, Bill Dennis & Paula Hendricks; CH Risgae Miabella Sweet Georgia, bred by Rick Day, owned by Sheryl Kapella; CH MyBliss C Squared, bred and owned by Myra Wotton. With many more awards going to Sire and Dam ROM’s, Obedience, Rally and Agility Bichons.
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Now on to what we all really came for, the Showing! Saturday morning began with the Obedience and Rally Classes. Judged by Mrs. Betty Ribble, who graciously stepped up at the last minute, when Mr. Edward Haas couldn’t attend due to illness. Four qualifying scores were awarded: 197.5 and High in Trial to Petit Ami’s Noble Art, bred by Wivi-Anne Olsen, owned by Paula Hendricks & Barbara Chaffin in the Novice B class. 183.0 to Camelot’s Attractive Nuisance, bred and owned by Pam Goldman, also in the Novice B Class. 93 pts to Rally Advanced B Class entry and 88 pts in the Rally Excellent B class to Chase Your Dream, owned by Linda Freidline. Congratulations to the talented handlers of these dogs, any Bichon owner can appreciContinued on page 118
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ate your efforts as we all know the breed generally has its own mind about what they’re going to do and when. Next, Sweepstakes and the most entertaining classes, puppies! Judged this year by George Sikes, who along with his wife Avanell, have devoted the past 28 years to breeding, owning and handling their Bichons under the kennel name of Avagee. George has served 3 terms as President of the Mississippi State Kennel Club in the 1980’s and has been the BFCA AKC Delegate for the past 12 years. In his role for the weekend, George did an outstanding job displaying his thorough knowledge of the breed and in some cases a lot of patience as these young pups danced around the ring. Out of 36 Sweeps entries, top selections of the morning were: Best in Sweepstakes; 10-12 Month Puppy Dog, Dognews JS3 Patrick FCI, bred and owned by Kyong Soo Chin. Best Opposite in Sweeps went to 10-12 Month Bitch, Overtop GloryB Victoria Secret, bred & owned by Viva Luo & Ng Koon Keung.
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ollowing a lunch break, we returned to the ballroom, where Judge Sikes evaluated the 26 Special Attraction Entries in the Bred By Exhibitor Classes, the Breeders representing themselves well. After quite the show put on by GCH CH Wendan Out On Patrol From Musicbox, bred by Wendy & Danny Ball, Rick Day, owned by the Breeders and Kyoung-Soo Shin, he was awarded SABBY from the Champion Class. Best Opposite in BBE again coming from the CH Class went to CH Belle Creek’s Over The Rainbow, bred by Lorrie Carlton & Larry Letsche DVM, owned by Lindsey Van Keuren and her breeders. The Final Showing for the day ended with the Parade of Champions & Titleholders, showcasing 18 entries of all lovely Bichons, having earned either top honors in Conformation, Obedience, Rally or Agility. Now on to more grooming, dinner and more socializing before a good night’s sleep in preparation for the next big day. Sunday began with Junior 118 Dog News
Showmanship, judged by Deedy Sorenson, a once Jr Handler, Professional Handler, Breeder, current AKC Judge and long standing member of the BFCA. Deedy’s choice for Best Junior Handler was Isabella Spitzer, handling CH Height’s Smooth As Butter. We look forward to seeing more of Isabella and her competition, Rachel Zobolas, in the rings. For this year’s Regular Class Judging the Club’s membership chose Mrs. Lorraine Boutwell. Having participated in some level of the Sport for over 50 years, AKC Judging since the 1980’s, Mrs. Boutwell did not disappoint as she displayed fairness and consideration for all entries, but very confidently made her choices from some very competitive classes. After 80 Regular Class Dog and Bitches were presented, top honors and points were awarded to: Winners Dog and Best of Winners; Saks Winning Card, bred by Roberta Bleeker & Shirley Hamilton, owned by Sandra & Keith Hanson. Winners Bitch; MyBliss Expertly Engineered, bred by Loretta McDonald, Myra Wotton & Carolee Boele, owned by Myra Wotton. It was a big day for the young Reserve WD who also went Best Puppy, 6-9 Month old, Beribbonned Toison De Blanc, bred by Stepheni Scott & Sue Engle, owned by Stepheni Scott. Reserve Winners Bitch was Overtop GloryB Victoria Secret, bred & owned by Ng Koon Keung & Viva Luo. It’s always interesting to see the Veteran’s Classes, Stud Dogs and Brood Bitches as they are so often still the real winners of the day and all deserve mention for what they’ve contributed to our history and current breeding programs. There were no losers in any of these classes, but the 1st Place Ribbons went to : Best Veteran Dog, GCH CH Judges Choice Shop Til Udrop, bred by Mimi Winkler, Harriet Pritchard & Jamie Winkler, owned by Mimi Winkler & Richard Rosenberg. Best Veteran Bitch, CH Whitebred’s Kissed By A Rose, bred and owned by Karen Graber. Stud Dog, GCH CH Craigdale Chip Off The Rock, bred by Patricia Dale Hunter, owned by Cheryl Blair & Patricia Dale Hunter. Brood Bitch, CH Lambichons Mihoshi Haruka, bred and owned by Deborah Lamb. The two Brace Winners (yes some handlers can get Bichons to cooperate side by side!) were CH Luvit’s Dalnavert Olympic Omegamania, bred by Linda Ross, Bernice & Brian Lucas,
owned by Jill Sanfillippo, Linda Ross, Brian & Bernice Lucas & CH Risgae’s Hershey’s Kisses Of Dalnavert-Luvit, bred by Rick Day & Ginger Bruton, owned by Linda Ross, Bernice & Brian Lucas and Rick Day. After adjourning for a brief lunch break most weren’t interested in eating, we reconvened in the ballroom for the Grand Finale, The Best Of Breed Competition. Tension was high and cameras were clicking away as the 33 entries marched into the ring. Again, Mrs. Boutwell went to work, gradually whittling the top Bichons of the show circuit down to the final seven, lead by last year’s Best in Specialty Winner and 2010-2011 Top 10 All-Breed and Non-Sporting Group Winner, handled by Scott Sommer, MBIS, MBISS, GCH CH Saks Hamelot Little Drummer Boy, bred by Sandra & Keith Hanson, Shirley & Richard Hamilton, owned by Keith & Sandra Hanson & Cecelia Ruggles. On Drummer’s heels; the Best of Opposite Sex selection was CH Miabella Head Over Heels, bred & owned by Sheryl Kapella. Select Dog; GCH CH Mon Ami’s Real Good Time, bred by Kim Lockwood, owned by his breeder and Rick Day. Select Bitch; CH Belle Creek’s Over The Rainbow, bred by Lorrie Carlton & Larry Letsche DVM, owned by Lindsey Van Keuren, Lorrie Carlton & Larry Letsche. Award of Merits, not necessarily in this order; GCH CH Vogelflight’s ‘Honor’ To Pillowtalk, bred by Lori & Tracy Kornfield, Mary & Kathy Vogel, owned by EM Charles, Matt & Paula Abbott, L Kornfield, M&K Vogel. CH High Ridge Shining Star, bred & owned by Cecelia Ruggles, Scott Sommer, Nancy Venzia. GCH CH Height’s PDQ, bred by Tamra & Alvin Roth, owned by Tamra Roth, Lynette Spitzer.
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ONGRATULATIONS to all of these winners and the many others over the weekend! Come Monday morning, I think it was fair to say most left Chicago having thoroughly enjoyed the event and feeling reinvigorated like only a good ‘dog fix’ can do. A Big ‘Hat’s Off’ to this year’s Show Chair, Donna Jones, Musicbox Bichons, who very gracefully and with good humor, along with her team overcame any unplanned ‘opportunity’ and ensured we all had a great National. Next year, Indy here we come again. Pictures and other details can be found on the club website: www.bfca.org . And speaking of pictures, we certainly appreciate our Show Photographer, Phyllis Ensley Photography, and Show Videographer, Purebred Studios.
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In the Maritimes Oromocto Kennel Club hosted the 2012 Zone finals for Junior Handling, the winner of these finals will represent that zone in Barrie Ontario in August in the National Finals. This years winner was Farra Cormier and her Shetland Sheepdog, Good luck to Farra this August! JUNE 2012 BOARD MEETING SYNOPSIS The following is a brief synopsis of the key items of business that were addressed at the June 9 and 10, 2012 meeting of the 2012 Board of Directors held in Etobicoke, Ontario. Here are a few of the highlights The following appointments were made: • Stephanie Horan, Susan Quesnel and Dann Wilson were appointed to the Breed Standards Committee • Darwin Boles (Obedience), Charlene Maines (Performance), Linda St. Hilaire (Conformation) and Lawrence Stanbridge (Conformation) were appointed to the Event Officiating Committee. The vacancy of a member from Field Events was tabled for the September meeting. Amendments were made to the following Breed Standards, effective January 1, 2013: • Chesapeake Bay Retriever • Griffon Wirehaired Pointing The following amendments were made in the Policy and Procedures Manual, effective January 1, 2013: • A new section T - Day of Entry - Performance Events was added • Chapter VI, Shows and Trials, Section G, Priority Rights/Priority Dates, 4 B), (2), (a). The amendment was made to grant priority rights, if more than one application is received, to the qualified applicant that has been holding CKC events for the longest time. The following amendments were made to the Conformation Show Rules and Regulations, effective January 1, 2013. The changes were made to facilitate addition of the title of Grand Champion Excellent (GChEx). • Chapter 15, Section 15.2 • Chapter 15, Section 15.3 • Section 7, Chapter 7.3.9 - Ribbons - Select Dog and Select Bitch
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An amendment was made to the Conformation Show Rules and Regulations, Altered Class, effective January 1, 2013. The amendment was made in response to feedback from clubs telling us this would boost entries, enhance the program and allow for smaller breeds to compete that do not have a breed club. An amendment was made to the Conformation Show Rules and Regulations, 7.3.5 Rosettes to add second, third and fourth ribbon colours for the Baby Puppy Class. An amendment to the Judges (Sheets) books was approved, effective January 1, 2013, to include the wording: “I certify that in my opinion the Winner ____________ and Reserve ___________ are deserving of Championship points on this day”. Motion #57-03-12 “CKC accredited clubs may not hold non-CKC competitive events. Failure to comply will result in loss of CKC club accreditation” was rescinded. A motion was passed to acquire all the intellectual property of Apex Publishing. A motion was passed to issue an RFP for producing Dogs Annual. The next regular Board of Directors’ meeting will be held in Etobicoke, Ontario on September 15 and 16, 2012. It seems among other things the CKC will adopt a Grand Champion system similar to that of the American Kennel Club. Combined with the new altered class perhaps we could see entries increase in 2013. As for the Top dog race as of June 21 2012 according to Canuck dogs look like this. #1 Am Cocker Ch Mario n Beechwood’s Midnight Express #2 Gordon Setter Ch Sastya’s Twelfth Night By NCM #3 Karelian BD Ch TsarShadows I Speak of War #4 English Setter Ch Sagebrush Bull Mtns Judee #5 Malamute Ch Mytuk’s Technical Knockout #6 Welsh Ter Ch Darwyn’s I’m Not Arguing That #7 Pembroke WC Ch Coventry How High The Moon #8 Borzoi Ch Taigo’s Ulric #9 Kees Ch Cinnakees Christian Louboutin #10 Brussels G Ch Hilltop’s Zoom Zoom That’s it for know from the True North.
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Wednesday evening left everyone with time to make a quick trip into Las Vegas to see a show, do a little gambling on site (I hear some people actually won some money!), spend time with friends or just rest up for the days to come. Thursday, the national club held a regional with Mr. Lex Robertson doing the sweepstakes, Mrs. Kara Purcell, juniors and Mrs. Rachel Irvin judging the regular classes. Mrs. Irvin chose veteran, Ch Whispering Lane Back Seat Betty, handled by Mark Baldwin, for her top honor. Always a favorite, Betty still looks wonderful and there were more than a few moist eyes in the room. With barely enough time to change clothes and certainly not enough time to catch your breath, Wednesday evening featured the glitzy Top Twenty event giving spectators a chance to feast their eyes on some of the very best Cresteds of the past year. What an evening! Carolyn Strunge and Karen Cooper did a fabulous job of making this come together and dogs and people alike arrived in their best sparkles. As the mystery was unveiled, we learned that the panel of judges included AKC breed judge Mr. John Ramirez, Handler judge Ms. Judy Umeck and Breeder judge Ms. Leslie Gould. It was like Christmas for Chinese Crested fanciers to see all of these beautiful dogs showcased in such an elegant manner. The winner – not revealed until Saturday night at the banquet was Ch Gingery’s Sweet Tea, handled by Bess Cleveland. Friday morning came all too early, but the Chinese Crested Club of Greater Los Angeles was ready to go with obedience judge Ms. Susie Osburn, Sweeps judge Mrs. Karen Cooper and breed judge Mr. Troy Dargin. After another long day, Mr. Dargin chose Ch Dejavi I want ‘A Talk About Me shown by Tammy Miyagawa as his best of breed. Friday night left exhibitors to their own devices and, believe it or not, very few rooms were occupied by tired resting folks. Most were taking advantage of the many entertainments avail122 Dog News
able at the Primm casinos or in Las Vegas. So much to do, so little time. Saturday started at 7:00 am with judges education. There was a very good turn out of people wanting to learn more about our breed. Anybody who can come to a presentation at 7:00 am is serious about learning. Hats off to all those people! Saturday’s judging started, once again, with Ms. Susie Osburn (what a nice lady!) doing obedience, then sweeps with Dr. Loui Reyes, and Ms. Patricia Franklin judging all the dog classes. The small empty space in the afternoon was filled with the annual membership meeting and then off to dress for the banquet and auction. Again, the food was excellent and there was plenty of it.
Sunday, Ms. Franklin finished up with the bitches and breed competition and her final pick was Ch Crestline Butters Scotch handled by Mercedes Villa. Some happy, tired souls packed up and left Sunday night, but the smarter ones stayed on a day or two to recover and to enjoy the many attractions of the area. Special thanks must be given to the three clubs and their members who worked so hard to make this extravaganza happen, to the Bradshaws and their representative at our show, Doris, for making these shows run smoothly, to our ring stewards and grounds crew (Thanks Jim and Bill!), ticket sellers, vendors and, especially, to our exhibitors, without whom there would have been no reason to have the shows.
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Thursday evening preceding the National, as each exhibitor checked into the host hotel, the Best Western, they were greeted personally by this dynamic duo not only with a “goody bag” but also with a drink on them. Nice touch for sure. For those of you who have not been to the Puyallup Fair & Events Center, it’s a good venue. The rings are large, the building is climate controlled and well lit. Unfortunately no grooming is permitted in the show building but tables and crates are permitted ringside while the breeds are judged. Grooming is across a parking lot in a “Bubble,” a tent like structure with ample electricity. We were lucky getting from the “Bubble” to the show building - The “Reign” gods waited and allowed us to cross rain free. If you have ever any doubt why Washington State is SO GREEN, it’s real apparent when you visit. Rain is frequent and at times heavy. It was no problem…………………We Affenpinscher folks muddled our way through it just fine. And the sun appeared in full by Sunday. It’s a pretty thing to see after the wet. Sweeps judge at the National was Wendy Galbreath from Arlington, WA. Wendy is well known for her fine American Foxhounds and English Springers and in the last few years Affenpinschers. Her BSW was the 12-18 bitch, Airescot Sunset, bred by Nunne Runsten from Sweden, owned by Linda Baker from Green Acres, WA. OSWW was Pramada’s Naughty Nicholas bred by Pramada Knl, owned by the Wymores from Cornville, AZ. BVTSW was Ch. Tamarin Tickle, 9 years old, bred by the Tamarin Knls and owned by Tracy Kahlo & Susy Stremel. She is the Mother of GCh. Tamarin Topper, the National Specialty winner.
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egular classes were judged by Washington’s fair haired favorite, Dana Plonkey of Poodle, Pom and Toy Fox fame from Lynnwood, WA. His WD and BOW was the very typey, showy, Xela’s Party Tric, bred by the XELA trio of Sandy Jones, her daughter Stephanie Hill, and her granddaughter Alex Romero, who incidentally is the assistant to the handling team of Robin Novack and Laura King. Sandy remains on the dog as owner along with Marlyne M. Wood, Darla Hichborn and Peter Belmont, Jr. RWD went to the 6-9 month Tamarin Tebow, bred and owned by the Tamarin Kennels and happily shown by me. WB was Blanc Periwinkle It’s All About Me, a black and tan with rich tan markings in all the right places and on a really typey, compact, ideal sized bitch. She was bred by LaVida & Kathi White, owned by LaVida and Elizabeth Muir-Chamberlain. Elizabeth was very active in the breed in the late 80’s and 90’s, but we hadn’t seen much of her of recent. It was great to see her again and hope she’ll frequent the Affen world with more appearances. RWB went to Turloch’s Splach at Ferlin, bred by Mary Downey, owned by Linda Ferris. This bitch though nearly blond in color is considered red. Best of Breed to the Affen’s 1st Grand Champion, Tamarin Top Banana, bred by Susy Stremel, Tracy Kahlo and Tamarin Knl, reg, owned by Myrna Kahlo and showed by the talented Jorge Olivera. This was “Topper’s” 2nd consecu-
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tive National Specialty win. BOS was Ch. Xelas Party Hat, bred and owned by the Xela Trio, named earlier in this article. Select dog was Ch. Airescot Peer Gynt, bred by Nenne Runsten, owned by Dean Gehnert and Lucy Bitz and handled to perfection by Tiffany Skinner, Select Bitch was Ch. Tamarin Tanya bred by Tamarin Knl reg and owned by Tamarin along with Al Fraticelli and Ken Meeker. Interestingly she is the mother of the RWD puppy. Tanya is silver in color. It was wonderful to see Affens of all allowed colors shown at the National. Most folks only see them in Black and for the breeders to showcase quality dogs in colors seldom seen such as black and tan, red, grey, and silver was a rare treat for all including the judges. I personally applaud each exhibitor for that. Unfortunately the club elected judge, Dr. John Shelton, had to withdraw his assignment due to back surgery. We wish him a speedy and full recovery. Puyallup replaced him with Robert Widden from Southern California. His choice for WD was the same from the National, WB was the RWB from the prior day, Breed was the Opposite from the prior day, Opposite was the Breed from the prior day, the selects were the same. Sweepstakes was judged by Debbie Petersen from Springfield, OR. Debbie is a well respected judge and Afghan Hound Club of America Board member. She also chose the 12-18 bitch, Airescot Sunset, as BSW. Debbie also ring stewarded for the regular classes. Nice of her I thought. Janice Pardue judged the final day for the Tacoma Kennel Club. She chose the Puppy Dog, Tamarin Tebow for the major, WB the black & tan from the National, BOS, Ch. Xela’s Party Hat, BOB, GCh. Tamarin Topper. Selects were Xela’s Party Tric and Ch. Tamarin Tanya. That afternoon, Mrs. Pardue judged the Toy Group and awarded Group I to GCh. Tamarin Top Banana. Many Affen folks stayed to cheer him on exhibiting great sportsmanship. What a wonderful way to end a fabulous weekend. Judges education was held Friday with 6 attending, presented by myself for Connie Clapp, chair of the Judges Education department. Dinner and auction was held Friday evening with the auction orchestrated by the very willing and capable team of Doug and Donna Wolfe, who also do so much for Affen Rescue. The annual meeting was conducted by Club President, Jude Daley from NH on Saturday following a nice lunch for all exhibitors who ordered it. Next year, the National will be held in March in conjunction with the Tar Heel circuit in Raleigh, NC. It will be a funfilled, packed 5 days of Affens and more Affens. Please join us there. Much like our wonderful show-off Affens, we, their owners, are a bit like that too. Come see for yourselves. We throw a heck of a party. It will be a barrel of monkeys.
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Conewango Valley Kennel Club Whippet GCh. Karasar’s Remembrence Judge Dr. Richard Greathouse Owners Kerrie Kuper, Neil Barthelette, Karen Mlynar and Dr’s Manuel & Azalea Alvarez Handler Kerrie Kuper Lewiston-Auburn Kennel Club Penobscot Valley Kennel Club Irish Water Spaniel GCh. Whistlestop’s Riley On Fire Judge Mrs. Nancy Liebes Judge Mr. Houston Clark Owners Gregory M. Siner and Tom and Bethany Urban Handler Rick Krieger Clackamas Kennel Club - Sunday Standard Schnauzer GCh. Charisma Maxim Von Diable Judge Ms. Audrey Lycan Owners John and Linda Adiletti Handler Tiffany Skinner Toledo Kennel Club Giant Schnauzer GCh. Kenro’s Witching Hour Judge Ms. Marjorie J. Underwood Owners Robin Greenslade, Doug Hill, Luke Norton Handler Amy Booth Continued on page 129
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Cane Corso the Italian Mastiff are known for their awesome head type. Their wonderful heads reach the total length of 1/3 of the height at the withers. The body type is sturdy with strong skeleton and obvious muscle that is apparent. Bite can be slightly undershot NO MORE than a 1/4 of an inch. — AKC Parent Breed Cane Corso Association of America Osha has the strong head and muscular body type, well sought after in the Cane Corso breed males and females alike. We would like to give our thanks and appreciation to Judges Mr. Ronald Menaker and Dr. Dana Smith Massey, and all previous judges for seeing the attributes and correct head and muscular body type in our Cane Corso bitch “Osha”.
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