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CONTENTS October 1, 2010
14 ♦ Inside Out
BY JOHN MANDEVILLE
18 ♦ Inside The Sport BY PATRICIA TROTTER
22 ♦ Question Of The Week BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
26 ♦ Interview with Beth Sweigart BY KARL STEARNS
30 ♦ Veterinary Topics BY CONNIE VANACORE
34 ♦ Bests Of The Week 38 ♦ Ten Questions BY LESLEY BOYES
46 ♦ A Thought To Consider: Definable Type BY SEYMOUR WEISS
50 ♦ Rare Breeds of the World: Hellenikos Ichnilatis BY AGNES BUCHWALD
54 ♦ 2011 Westminster Poster Unveiled BY DAVE FREI
58 ♦ All In The Family BY CHARLES C. ROBEY
62 ♦ Dogs And Horses BY CARLOTTA COOPER
66 ♦ Animaliers In Picturesque Hampshire BY NICK WATERS
70 ♦ Animal Control and PETA’s Vet Take On Ringling Bros. Circus BY PATRICIA GAIL BURNHAM
74 ♦ Drovers, Jumpers, Pals And Then Some: The ACD BY MJ NELSON
78 ♦ Off The Leash BY SHAUN COEN
82 ♦ Coming Up Big, It's The People, “Stupid”...And More BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
86 ♦ What More Could You Ask For? BY KAROLYNNE MCATEER
90 ♦ The Pug National Specialty 2010 BY PATT KOLESAR
94 ♦ True North (Strong And Free) BY ALLISON FOLEY
98 ♦ AVMA’s Model Bill And Regulations For Appropriate Care For Dogs 140 ♦ The Gossip Column BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
150 ♦ Click – Santa Ana Valley Kennel Club BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
156 ♦ Letters To The Editor 160 ♦ Click – The Way We Were - Morris & Essex Kennel Club BY GAY GLAZBROOK
166 ♦ Click – The Way We Were - Ox Ridge Kennel Club BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
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10 ♦ Editorial
CONTENTS October 1, 2010
14 ♦ Inside Out
BY JOHN MANDEVILLE
18 ♦ Inside The Sport BY PATRICIA TROTTER
22 ♦ Question Of The Week BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
26 ♦ Interview with Beth Sweigart BY KARL STEARNS
30 ♦ Veterinary Topics BY CONNIE VANACORE
34 ♦ Bests Of The Week 38 ♦ Ten Questions BY LESLEY BOYES
46 ♦ A Thought To Consider: Definable Type BY SEYMOUR WEISS
50 ♦ Rare Breeds of the World: Hellenikos Ichnilatis BY AGNES BUCHWALD
54 ♦ 2011 Westminster Poster Unveiled BY DAVE FREI
58 ♦ All In The Family BY CHARLES C. ROBEY
62 ♦ Dogs And Horses BY CARLOTTA COOPER
66 ♦ Animaliers In Picturesque Hampshire BY NICK WATERS
70 ♦ Animal Control and PETA’s Vet Take On Ringling Bros. Circus BY PATRICIA GAIL BURNHAM
74 ♦ Drovers, Jumpers, Pals And Then Some: The ACD BY MJ NELSON
78 ♦ Off The Leash BY SHAUN COEN
82 ♦ Coming Up Big, It's The People, “Stupid”...And More BY MATTHEW H. STANDER
86 ♦ What More Could You Ask For? BY KAROLYNNE MCATEER
90 ♦ The Pug National Specialty 2010 BY PATT KOLESAR
94 ♦ True North (Strong And Free) BY ALLISON FOLEY
98 ♦ AVMA’s Model Bill And Regulations For Appropriate Care For Dogs 140 ♦ The Gossip Column BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
150 ♦ Click – Santa Ana Valley Kennel Club BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
156 ♦ Letters To The Editor 160 ♦ Click – The Way We Were - Morris & Essex Kennel Club BY GAY GLAZBROOK
166 ♦ Click – The Way We Were - Ox Ridge Kennel Club BY EUGENE Z. ZAPHIRIS
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DOG NEWS EDITORIAL Quite An Eye-Opener
The nay-sayers amongst us be they media people or internet chat room participants seem so quick to nit-pick and find fault with AKC, no matter what it does, that it was most refreshing to read Shaun Coen’s “Off the Leash” column last week outlining some of the major accomplishments of that organization. Combined with the comments from various Parent Club representatives as compiled by Pat Laurans, AKC for the first time in quite a while was awarded kudos heretofore denied the organization. And about time too is the reaction of these pages. Mr. Coen’s comments were especially pertinent since he basically is an observer of matters AKC and not a participant nor a former employee with any axes to grind. His summaries of the two Endowment Funds established within the past 10 years combined with his analysis of the works accomplished by the AKC Humane Fund, CAR and the CHF shed a different and unbiased perspective of what AKC is truly accomplishing. Uninvolved in the competitive side of AKC’s show competitions, his obvious admiration for the programs instituted by AKC and which are basically unacknowledged by only too many of us should cause anyone interested in AKC happenings to soul search and reevaluate some of the critical and negative statements they are making. Sometimes people not directly involved cast a different and more understanding light about issues than those directly concerned with them. Such is certainly the case with last week’s “Off the Leash” and a lesson well learned by those of us willing to re-evaluate and perhaps change our mind set based on independent research and thinking.
Time--Long Overdue For A Change
It is expected that a proposal to reduce the number of Delegate meetings from four to three will soon hit the news. Spurred into action by the Delegates Advocacy Committee the study headed by James Dok is to propose as reported to these pages three three-day meetings instead of four two-day meetings with Delegate Committee reimbursements going up from $200 per meeting to $300 per meeting. To comment about these proposed changes without having seen the proposal at all would be unfair at best. However, may these pages suggest that the Delegates Advocacy Committee is in reality ”barking up the wrong tree”. Surely most people agree there are too many Delegate Meetings with which to begin but the real problem is not with “numbers of meetings” but with the people elected to attend these meetings. The Delegate Body by Bylaw is restricted to a convoluted definition which demands a so-called amateur status of its representatives. This is an out-dated and antiquated requirement which is selective, arbitrary and possibly even discriminatory insofar as restricting representation in matters AKC to the entire Fancy are concerned. Now then when AKC was first founded and in the earliest part of the 1900’s, August Belmont, the then Chairman, forced a court case among various sectors of the AKC one negotiated phase was to form an amateur (gentleman’s) Body of Delegates to represent certain member Clubs. That may have been an acceptable compromise for its day but the fact is that today the thinking which formed this compromise is not only outdated but prevents the corporation from acting in a responsible way towards its diverse constituents. For at least the last 20 years Board after Board has attempted to modernize the operation at AKC by eliminating the restrictive clause which prevents professional judges and possibly even professional handlers from being elected Delegates. And year after year certain people band together to prevent this from happening. These people are afraid of losing their power base. Well how representative is a Delegate Body consisting of 500 to 600 clubs considering there are over 5,000 clubs in AKC’s fold? And to add further insult to this form of representation is the fact that the representatives 10 Dog News
themselves are restricted to being so-called amateurs only! This is absurd in this day and age. No, Mr. and Mrs. Delegate, the problem is not with the number of meetings being held it is with the restrictive make-up of the representatives. One meeting a year would solve nothing without a total overhaul of Delegate Membership requirements.
Mysteries That Howl And Hunt
There was a fascinating article in the Science Times Section of the Tuesday New York Times devoted to the growing urban presence of the coyote reaching the conclusion that it is almost impossible to define them at all. Coyotes have remained so much in possession of their own secrets, according to this article, that it was not until this year that the real identity of the coyotes living in the eastern part of our country was revealed. Two separate teams of researchers studying the genes of coyotes in the Northeast reported evidence that these animals that have for decades been thought of as coyotes are in fact coyote-wolf hybrids. It was hypothesized that Western coyotes dispersing eastward north of the Great Lakes across Canada during the last century mated with wolves along the way, bringing that wolf DNA with them to the Northeast. This may explain why coyotes in the East are larger than in the West and more varied in color. They appear more adept at deer hunting than the Western forebears, which tend toward smaller prey, like voles and rabbits. Calling them coy-wolf to denote the animals’ hybrid heritage some argue they deserve some benefits not available to coyotes which are typically free hunted. Taken a step further one coyote was found to carry something similar to domestic dog DNA. One major complication is that all the species in the genus Canus, to which the coyote belongs, can successfully interbreed. In other words, coyotes (or Canis latrans, meaning ‘barking dog”) and domestic dogs (Canis familiaris) and every kind of wolf, from the red wolf to the Eastern wolf to the gray wolf (Canis lupus), can mate and produce perfectly healthy pups. No wonder, then, that interactions among these species have led to a genetic mess that researchers sometimes refer to as “Canis soupus”. Sort of like attending some FCI shows and watching certain so-called purebreds be exhibited having no idea how many generations could possibly be behind the breedings.
A Big Weekend Coming Up
Well, Morris and Essex certainly did draw well as did the other shows associated with it. Let’s just hope the weather is okay so that so much of our grooming and conditioning efforts will not have gone for naught. Conditioning of dogs is fast becoming a lost art for two basic reasons. First of all there are comparatively few breed experts today--most everyone wants to be a multi-group judge in order to get assignments. This results in attention to the particular aspects of a breed, whether it be conditioning or grooming, getting overlooked. No better example of this than looking at some Specialty Judges. There was the day not long ago when judging a Speciality was an extreme honor and the judge’s opinion truly meant something meaningful. Today there are so many specialties whether they be Sweeps or actual classes that the opinion of the person is limited or not existent. Certainly AKC should reconsider the concept for the professional handler to once again be allowed to judge regular Specialty classes. Most of them have more breed experience than the judges themselves, who rely on the seminar and number of assignments given than actual experience within the breed itself.
Thought For The Week
Bob Forsyth’s last assignment will be awarding Best in Show at M&E. What better honor for a more deserving dog man. These pages make Mr. Forsyth one of the pre-eminent judges of all time. His emphasis upon breed type has distinguished him from the pedestrian dog show judge on a daily basis. his breed knowledge has been incomparable and his willingness to share with all participants in our sport unmatched. We wish him many more years on the golf course and an occasional visit to a show or two most welcomed as well.
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September’s Delegates Meeting
InsideOut by John Mandeville
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was perusing the Minutes of September’s Delegates Meeting – a task mostly done on cruise control in the “Maybe this time there will be a couple of nuggets” mode – when the thought, “How long ago was the mandated number of AKC Board Meetings reduced to eight from twelve?” started impinging on my perusing. As I said, looking at Delegates Meeting Minutes doesn’t require maximum focus. In any case reducing the number of Board meetings to eight per annum, a 33% reduction, happened long enough ago it’s obvious – if there’d ever been any question – fewer Board Meetings have had no impact on the Board’s effectiveness or functioning. That thought had barely formed when it was being crowded aside by, “….why the need for four Delegates Meetings a year?” Chew on that. All readers and their delegate friends believing four Delegates Meetings per year are necessary are invited to send me their reasons. Witty observations, especially those generating a chuckle, will be used in a future column. Four Delegates Meetings a year are at best a quaint holdover from a time long past – that would be when delegate meetings were largely an old boys gathering for lunch at the Biltmore. Today delegate meetings are the embodiment of AKC’s antiquated structure, hardly what’s needed for addressing the sport’s challenges, to say nothing of wasting time and money. Otherwise they’re just dandy. Still, the nature of the beast is there are bound to be interesting things coming out of Delegates Meetings, because AKC is likely to choose a Delegates Meeting to make important/ interesting announcements, rightly. No kidding. Yes, I think AKC’s club of some clubs – just over 600 member clubs out of some 5000 recognized clubs – is the wrong organizational basis for protecting the sport. As hopeless as it is to think the delegates would think big enough to actually reorganize AKC’s basic structure, it’s a theme to be regularly harped upon in the benighted hope the stars will align and the delegates will be amenable to doing the right thing. Esoteric comments on AKC’s structure notwithstanding, the delegates are the closest thing to actual representatives of the sport under the AKC system. Although today the Internet enables AKC to distribute any info necessary faster and more widely than ever before, first telling the delegates at their September meeting this year’s AKC/Eukanuba National Championship will be broadcast on ABC TV was appropriate. More important than the delegates being first told is 14 Dog News
this is a big deal… a very big deal as far as I’m concerned. Chairman Menaker’s announcement included, “This has come about to enable us to potentially reach up to 4 times the viewing audience.” That surprised me. I thought network TV would mean many more than four times Animal Planet’s audience. Google and a few minutes on the Internet disabused me of that notion. Nevertheless a potential four-fold viewer increase is impressive. No details of how the ABC telecast came about are available, nor has anyone at AKC been specifically cited for making the deal. The presumption, then, is Ron Menaker was responsible. That deserves the highest praise; the same for the fancy who has steadfastly supported the Invitational. ABC’s decision had to have been favorably influenced by a decade of successful shows. I took note of two other items in September’s Minutes, one in Chairman Menaker’s remarks, the other in President Sprung’s. Chairman Menaker stated, “We are continuing to explore many possibilities for dog show enhancements such as a Reserve Best in Show, expanding the number of group placements, adding a 4-6 month-old puppy class, and a separate Amateur/Owner/Handler competition. This would be modeled after Best Bred-By Exhibitor which includes breed, group, and Best-in-Show.” I love this statement. It’s effectively saying, “Trying new things to boost dog shows is worthwhile.” Amen. That doesn’t mean I like the four ideas suggested – one of the suggestions I don’t like, another I’m negative about, with the other two being okay. So what? What’s important is AKC is saying, “There are ideas that might benefit shows. We’re considering them and we’re going to try some.” Good for AKC.
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just wish there were a way to try these ideas… including having the trial period “count” …without first having to go to the delegates for yea or nay votes on specific enhancements. Hmmm… maybe the better change is to take to the delegates a Bylaw amendment which would permit the Board to introduce “enhancements” for a defined trial period. At the end of the trial the enhancement would have to be approved by delegate vote or discontinued. And, please, no objection from the geeks who want “Yes” or “No” structured decisions before doing their programming. Who can blame them? Suck it up and find a way to assist the sport. President Sprung announced, “We are planning to create a Hall of Fame. We will pay tribute to the legends in our sport and educate new generations about past greats.” Great! A Hall of Fame is long overdue. No one can do it better than AKC. Finally, the delegates defeated the proposal to repeal director term limits. No surprise, except, maybe, how utterly overwhelming the defeat was. So, when does the jockeying to be AKC’s next chairman kick into high gear? •
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Purebred…How Pure Is Pure?
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any thanks to those of you who have exchanged ideas with me since publication of my recent article entitled Dogs Of A Different Color. Special kudos go to Sue Rooney-Flynn, whose knowledgeable and fascinating response on the Saluki further expanded our overview of this wonderful, ancient breed. All of you have raised some fascinating questions regarding the purity of the breeds, leading one to ponder-How pure is pure? There is little doubt that my article hit a lot of nerves with those in parent clubs currently in controversy if the reactions received are any indication. And I truly thank you for waking me up to some of these problems! How did we reach such a dilemma that numerous parent clubs are embroiled in controversy, polarization and ugly back biting? What can be done to neutralize some of this anger? And how do we get emotional dog people to listen to each other and make compromises that help their breeds? This column welcomes input from parent clubs on these vital issues. A basic understanding of the historical relationship between the AKC and parent clubs is in order if one hopes to understand any of the various elements involved in some of these modern parent club problems. The original charter of AKC in 1909 defined interest groups for each breed as what came to be known as parent clubs and delegated to them the responsibility for creating breed standards describing desired type for the breed. In 1929 AKC published its first book of breed standards (called Purebred Dogs- we know it today as The Complete Dog Book.) On page v in the preface of this publication, AKC’s disclaimer stated that it “assumes no responsibility for the drawing up or forming of these standards.” This disclaimer has served over the years as the traditional basis for parent club control over decisions involving any particular breed in the United States even when those decisions might be in opposition to usual AKC policy. The Kennel Club (England) did not abdicate authority to breed clubs and still retains control of the individual breed standards to this day. Although the current Dalmatian Club controversy does not involve the breed standard, it is of great interest because of the decision-making that involves both the parent club and the AKC board. Apparently Dalmatian breeders themselves are conflicted on the issue of whether to allow 14 generations of Dalmatians down from one cross to a Pointer 15 generations ago in a potential search for healthier genetic material to be included in the stud book even though the parent club has rejected them. The original charter and 1929 disclaimer serve to give the club that right to reject even though new breeds can bring dogs into the registry after only three generations of documented pure breeding. This presents a curious situation for AKC in which some breeds will have purebred dogs only four generations from ancestors stated as “unknown” in the pedigrees while other breeds are not to be considered pure by their parent club after many more generations. Just how many generations it takes to make a breed pure then becomes a relative question. Certainly it is reasonable to expect a puppy from two purebred parents of the same breed to exhibit the traits of its parents and not the traits of other breeds in the subject’s long forgotten breed ancestry! According to the dictionary, the definition of 18 Dog News
purebred is bred for many generations from members of a recognized breed or strain. Conventional thinking then identifies a purebred as an animal of unmixed lineage. When I was a small child I thought the word thoroughbred meant the same thing as purebred before I was old enough to know it was a noun describing a special breed of horse. Evidently, use of the word purebred came even after use of the word “pedigree.” For history records the word “pedigree” as being borrowed from the Middle French from the word for “crane’s foot” and first used in the English language in the 15th Century. A genealogical tree does indeed resemble the bird’s foot, and ancient clay tablets produced by the Babylonians thousands of years ago recorded the ancestry of horses in a similar manner. English Thoroughbreds became the first known animals to have an official registry in 1791 following many years of record-keeping by their owner/ breeders. In time the British became world famous for their development of purebred dogs, horses and livestock and the purity of their registries.
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edigrees are the tangible record of an individual’s ancestry tracked by major registry organizations such as AKC which have differing requirements as to just how many generations it takes to “make a breed pure.” The pedigree and registration certificate should validate and attest to the individual’s breed purity. Sometimes the word purebred is used synonymously with pedigreed. However, purebred refers to the animal having a known ancestry, and pedigree refers to the actual written record of breeding. Not all purebred animals have their lineage in written form. All modern thoroughbreds trace back to three Arabian stallions brought into England from the Middle East. (Byerley Turk in 1680, Darley Arabian in 1704 and Godolphin Arabian in 1729.) Later Brownlow Turk was added and thought to be responsible for the gray coat color in the breed. Certainly Brownlow Turk added horses of a different color to the thoroughbred world! Although the Bedouins did not keep written records, it is believed these animals had bred true for many generations on the Arabian Peninsula. The habit of orally passing on the lineage of the animals is still with many of these desert people today and creates some of the conflict within the Saluki world because the dogs are not part of a recognized registry. Another part of that conflict concerns the other desert breeds that are intermingled in the Saluki gene pool in the Middle East. Although the disagreement amongst Saluki lovers over the Lompoc weekend in late July brought conflict within breed clubs to my attention, it is still somewhat tame when compared to the American Pomeranian Club controversy surrounding the potential inclusion of various merle patterns as acceptable Pom colors in a breed standard revision. The breed standard currently allows all colors, patterns and variations, and it describes them accordingly. However merle is not mentioned nor included because previous Pomeranian fanciers either didn’t think they were part of the breed’s gene pool or did not want them to be. Because merles are now publicly appearing in Pomeranian circles, there is much polarization within the Pomeranian fancy and the APC must deal with the situation. Due to the confusion of the language and procedure involved in a recent vote on revising the Pomeranian breed standard, a re-balloting to clarify all issues relative to the merle color/pattern in the breed is in order. Exactly how the parent clubs and AKC will resolve some of these problems to determine How Pure Is Pure remains to be seen. •
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BY MATTHEW STANDER
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of t Week Is it in the spirit of being elected a Delegate from a Member Club foreach Delegate elected to serve on these Committees to receive a fee of $200 per meeting? This involves 99 Delegates who attend 4 meetings a year.
Johnny Shoemaker When I was elected to the Dog Show Rules Committee I did not even know about the payment of $200.00 for being on the Committee.....so it came as a nice surprise. My club does not pay my expenses for going to the meetings so it helps defray the cost. Would I serve on a Committee if I was not being paid? You bet I would!!! I love being on the Dog Show Rules Committee and would gladly serve without being paid the $200.00. I believe that is the position of many of the committee members who serve on my committee and the other committees. Being on a committee is an honor for me and I enjoy it very much.....with or without pay. I do not think being paid for being on a committee takes away from the spirit of why we want to be a Delegate. I love meeting the other Delegates and seeing what we as Delegates can do to make our Sport and for a lot of us, our Hobby, better. Delegate, Toy Dog Breeders Association of Southern California Joy S. Brewster No, not if it comes from the AKC. Is this another little AKC secret or is this a fact? The Delegate is a representative and member of his Club. If there are any financial arrangements involving the Delegate it is between the Delegate and the member Club they represent. It used to be a privilege to
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be a Delegate. I am not certain that is the current consensus. Actually, I see no reason with today’s communication capabilities why it is necessary to attend more than one meeting a year in person. Barbara Miller I originally thought the chairman of each committee received $200 and I thought that strange. I use the word “strange” because I’ve been under the impression that those of us in the fancy participate at a volunteer level. Recently I found out each member of a committee receives $200. Nice work if you can get it. Doing the math at $200 a clip multiplied by 99 that’s $19,800 a meeting and multiplying that by four comes to $79,200. If my numbers are correct that just possibly is someone’s salary at AKC. Someone who has to work for a living in order to pay rent and put food on the table. In these times of Recession don’t you think paying a volunteer, someone who has elected to give of their services should do just that, Give not Take. But possibly you’re asking the wrong person because I also don’t believe in the AKC buying lunch for delegates. Again in these times of Recession now is the time for Delegates to grab a sandwich in the hotel cafe unless of course someone else sponsors these luncheons. I be-
lieve any sensible business person who owns a calculator would agree we are in tough times. Now is the time for delegates to rethink their position of being paid and volunteering. I also wonder why these committees meet on Monday. It would be interesting to see how many delegates would remain should the meetings be reversed; Monday the Delegates’ Meeting and Tuesday the Committee Meetings. I’m not a Delegate but I am the President of two clubs, one a parent club the other an all breed club. No one pays me for time spent on either of these organizations. I do so as they say, “for the love of the game.” Bruce Schwartz I don’t really understand why an individual who accepts a volunteer position would expect to be compensated. Aren’t people motivated to become a delegate because they wish to better our sport? I understand that accompanying this position are expensive travel costs. Perhaps what needs to change is how the meetings actually occur. Why not have teleconferenced meetings as a savings to both the American Kennel Club, the clubs who support their delegates’ travels and individuals? Having spent hours in hospitals,
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“My advice to someone who wants to pursue this sport is to find a mentor. Find one who’s willing to teach you. Don’t go to 29 different people because you’ll get 29 different opinions. If you see a breeder whose dogs you admire and they will work with you, then stick with them. Connie Barton was my mentor in Labs, and she taught me an enormous amount about the breed. Peter of course taught me about terriers. You have to listen. For the past 30 years that’s all I’ve done—hopefully it’s worn off on me.”—Beth Sweigart
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hen I interviewed Beth, we were sitting in the press room at Westminster. She was dressed to perfection, as usual. Anyone who’s been around dogs long enough knows that as part of the Green Team, Beth was always the picture of professionalism. I commented to her: “Ever since I got started in dogs, I always admired the way you dressed at dog shows. You were always in beautiful outfits with never a spot of dirt.” Beth responded,
Norfolks and Norwich in the barn on a rainy day in the ”80’s”.
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“I’m very flattered! I always felt you need to look the part. You wouldn’t go to most other jobs wearing dirty clothes. This is our job—we have to put our best foot forward and look the part. ‘Dress for success’—isn’t that how they say it?” Indeed, it is the professionalism she possesses that makes Beth rise to the top. With her, presentation of both herself and the dogs she shows has always been of paramount importance. I asked if it made a difference. She commented: “Of course. It affects the way you’re perceived. It affects the way the sport is perceived. It affects the way CONTINUED ON PAGE 134
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VETERINARY TOPICS By Connie Vanacore
Purina Parent Club Partnership Fund
The news is out, but even if it has been announced already, the fact that AKC Canine Health Foundation and Purina Parent Club Partnership have provided $500,000 in 2010 for research projects from participating Parent Clubs’ Donor Advised Funds. These funds were established to enable Parent Clubs to participate in projects which are important to their breeds, but also to provide funds for studies which affect many breeds. Since its inception in 2002, the Parent Club Partnership program has received more than $3 million from participating club members. Purina Pro Club members who participate in the program by collecting weight circles from Purina products and submitting them to Purina, are supporting both their Parent clubs and the AKC Canine Health Foundation. For further information about the Parent Club Partnership Program visit the Purina Pro Club website or call 877-776-2582.
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a risk both to animals and humans in both rural and urban areas. Rats are carriers of the spirochetes that carry this disease, although it may be carried by many other animals as well. Herds of cattle may be infected and spread the disease through run off from streams or drainage ditches. Infection is commonly acquired by contact of skin or mucous membranes with urine or contaminated food or water. Infection with leptospira may occur in the eyes, vaginal mucosa or skin abrasions. The disease is spread through the lymphatic system through the bloodstream and then to all tissues. The infection is most often detected first in the lungs, followed by the liver and spleen. It may result in fetal abortions or infection of the brain or other internal organs. Humans are susceptible to acquiring the disease from contact with infected animals or contaminated water. Hikers or other participants in outdoor activities may be at risk, if they come in contact with wildlife or drink from water to which animals have access. In people, initial symptoms are fever, headaches, rash, pain around the eyes, and general malaise. The results may be fatal if liver or kidneys are infected. Blood and urine tests are the primary means of diagno30 Dog News
sis, if there has been contact with wildlife or possibly contaminated water or sewage outflow. (Merck Veterinary Manual, 9th Edition 2005) In recent years vaccinating dogs against leptospirosis has been downgraded because of possible side effects of the vaccine. However, in areas of endemic wildlife exposure or exposure to cattle herds, most veterinarians feel that vaccination against the disease is preferable than playing the odds.
Bartonella Bacteria
Two species of the Bartonella bacteria, normally transmitted by fleas or ticks, may be transferred to human babies through the mother, thus increasing the risk of chronic infection and bacteria-triggered birth defects, according to an article in the June 2010 edition of the Journal of Clinical Microbiology. The chief research scientist on this study is Edward B. Breitschwerdt, DVM, professor of internal medicine at North Carolina State University. Dr. Breitschwerdt is a specialist in the research of Bartonella pathogens. There are several types of Bartonella vectors, some of which are carried by wild animals and another carried by cats. These vectors, which are initially carried by fleas, can be transmitted from one human carrier to another, such as parents who transmitted the disease to their children prenatally. Dr. Breitschwerdt and his colleagues are anxious to inform their veterinary colleagues about the importance of diagnosing Bartonella disease and helping pet owners rid their animals and the premises of ticks and fleas which may carry the bacteria. Getting funding for the study of this disease has been especially difficult for researchers, because it has not been of major concern either to human medical specialists or veterinary research. His team is working with physicians at Duke University Medical Center and others to identify the carriers which are transmitted between animals and people. As a perfect example of translational medicine, Dr. Breischwerdt is trying to prove how the bacteria cause chronic illness in both animals and humans. (DVM Newsmagazine, August 2010.)
Vet Techs Needed in Emergency Situations
Volunteer veterinarians and veterinary technicians have been called up in emergencies in ever increasing numbers in the past few years. No more striking example could be found than the hundreds of volunteers who went to the Gulf during the disaster caused by Hurricane Katrina. Most recently, those with veterinary experience responded to calls for help from the Gulf once again, to rescue hundreds of wild creatures from the oil spill, which was only recently capped. Emergency response teams have reacted with speed and competency to these and other emergencies, but the need is still there and more experienced veterinarians and vet techs should be trained in preparedness medicine. The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a community-based network of volunteers dedicated to public health and emergency response. It is currently seeking veterinary technicians and other professionals in the veterinary field to volunteer CONTINUED ON PAGE 110
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Valley Forge Kennel Club - Sunday Toy Poodle Ch. Smash JP Moon Walk Judge Mrs. Patricia A. Hess Owners Ron Scott and Debbie Burke Handler Kaz Hosaka
Spirit of the Heartland Kennel Club - Friday Rottweiler GCh. Cammcastle’s Friar Tuck Judge Mr. Carl Gomes Owners Anthony and Vicky O’Brien Handler Holley Eldred
Jefferson County Kennel Club of Missouri Pekingese Ch. Palacegarden Malachy Judge Mrs. Chris Walkowicz Owners Iris Love, Sandra Middlebrooks & David Fitzpatrick Handler David Fitzpatrick
Gig Harbor Kennel Club I & II American Staffordshire Terrier GCh. CH Alpine’s Highwayman Judge Mr. Walter Sommerfelt Judge Mr. David Kirkland Owners Zane Smith and Ed & Karen Thomason Handler Ed Thomason
Newtown Kennel Club Bulldog Ch. Kepley’s Showbiz Razzle Dazzle Judge Mr. Elliott Weiss Owners J. Fisher, R. Speiser, B. Wolfe Handler Phoebe Booth
Wenatchee Kennel Club Tibetan Mastiff GCh. CH Seng Khri Bartok Of Dawa Judge Dr. Gary Sparschu Owners Zane Smith, Dan Nechemias, Lois Claus Handler Ed Thomason
Galatin Dog Club - Thursday Helena Kennel Club - Sunday Whippet GCh. Starline’s Chanel Judge Mr. Frank Washabaugh Judge Mr. William Bergum Owners Carey & Lori Lawrence Handler Lori Wilson
West Volusia Kennel Club - Sunday Miniature Pinscher GCh. Marlex Classic Red Glare Judge Mrs. Patti Widick Neale Owners Leah Monte & Armando Angelbello Handler Armando Angelbello
Dallas-Fort Worth Dog Club - Sunday Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Ch. Mondrian VH Lamslag Of Piccadil Judge Ms. Sandra Goose Allen Owner and Handler Janet York Kennel Club of Columbus Indiana - Saturday Standard Poodle Ch. Dawin Spitfire Judge Mrs. Keke Kahn Owner Linda Campbell Handler Sarah Riedl
Butler County Kennel Club - Sunday Siberian Husky Ch. Kontoki’s A Bend In The Road Judge Mrs. Joan Anselm Owners Nan Wisniewski, Jason W. Guin, MD, Marlene DePalma & Tom Oelschlager Handler Tommy O West Volusia Kennel Club I Black Cocker Spaniel Ch. Casablanca’s Thrilling Seduction Judge Mrs. Robert C. Thomas Owners Bruce Van Deman, Carolee Douglas, Mary Walker, Cindy Cassidy, Linda Moore Handler Michael Pitts CONTINUED ON PAGE 171
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My first Junior Handling experience What is at the International Kennel Club your of Chicago in 1948. The owner of favorite IKC then was Mrs. Ellis. dog show moment exclusive of a win?
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How would you describe yourself in a personal ad?
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Probably winning the breed in Bloodhounds in the largest entry ever--to this day--with a dog that barely put his tail up. One guess who bred and owned this dog!
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10questions What do you miss the most at dog shows? Knowledgeable judging is all but gone-It is a rare occasion that you can get a valid explanation as to why a given decision has been made.
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Take The Lead Hits By Pam Beale
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n August 20, 2010, Take the Lead joined in one of the 600-plus consecutive sellout games at Fenway Park. Not only was this a record, but a Major League record and one really to be proud of as special and well deserved, because the Red Sox care deeply about the community, their fans and worthwhile causes like Take the Lead.
The night was a beauti beautiful tifu full on fu one e fo forr baseball. The temperature, e, a as s we a all ll walked to the ballpark ballpark, wa wass in tthe he ssevev-ev enties; and the sky was a bright blue. There was much excitement around the park because several celebrities were in attendance for the Jimmy Fund telethon that was to be held during the game. In fact Meredith Viera, co-host of the Today Show, was getting ready to throw out the first pitch in support of the Jimmy Fund, one of her favorite charities. While Meredith was warming up, our group was collecting gift bags that included tshirts and baseballs made especially for the occasion, with both Take the Lead and Red Sox logos on each item. With bags and tickets in hand, we began our VIP tour of the ballpark. This began with our being escorted onto the field to watch as the team practiced batting. After everyone took pictures of themselves and the players on the field, we made our way around the rest of the ballpark, where we were shown the many improvements the 42 Dog News
present pr ownership has made over the last 8 years. ye Once we had seen everything, our group was taken to the roof, where an area had been set up with picnic tables, umbrellas and a delicious barbecue buffet that included potato salad, garden salad, cole slaw, corn on the cob, barbecued chicken, pulled pork sandwiches, stadium hot dogs, watermelon, cookies and brownies. While we all ate, drank and talked, several people from the Red Sox “front office” came to say hello and welcome us to Fenway. This was particularly special, as it provided an opportunity for us to thank our hosts personally for their help in putting this wonderful event together for Take the Lead. Before we knew it, it was game time so we made our way to our seats to watch the game and wait for our message to appear on the scoreboard. Then, surely enough, in the 5th inning, there it was, in big, bold letters— THE RED SOX WELCOME TAKE THE LEAD TO FENWAY PARK. We all cheered and clapped, and it was a joyful moment, for we did indeed feel very, very welcome at Fenway Park. •
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A Thought to Consider:
Definable Type by Seymour Weiss
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ver since dog breeding to achieve a stable objective began, a vigorous, ongoing debate about the meaning and purpose of a simple four-letter word – type – has fully engaged the fancy. Type allows us to recognize a dog of a specific breed developed to carry out a specific function. Without type a dog has no clear physical or temperamental distinction. Further, the closer an individual animal adheres to its own breed type, the more effective it will be at performing its breed’s work. A sporting dog, for example, that cannot move efficiently, and so could not find birds effectively, would be of little use to the hunter. A well made Pointer should be able to tirelessly run the fields for hours. A Pointer with serious movement faults would experience considerable difficulty quartering the same fields. All retrievers need to have the requisite physical assets of a strong swimmer along with the determination to face demanding conditions of climate to fill the hunter’s game bag. And this carries over with hounds, guard dogs, Nordics, herding dogs, terriers and even the couch (and heart) warming toys. They don’t have to do, but they should be made so they can! Most of our dogs will never be called upon to perform the time-honored tasks that originally motivated our ancestors to develop these breeds. However, under the impeccable presentation and inspired training that goes into the fashioning of a modern show dog, the superior specimen should project the ability to do what it was bred for. And it should do so both in its physicality and personality. That idea seems simple enough and even reasonable, but how often is the idea honored far more in the breach than in the observance? Each time you see a dog that is so unsound it cannot seem to get out of its own way, do you wonder about the thought process that enabled this dog to find its way into the ring at all? And what about the dog that hides in terror behind its handler? Does it make you wonder the extent to which some of us excuse the shortcomings of the dogs we allow to represent us in the public arena? In recent years, as we all know, the American Kennel Club and the breed clubs have mounted many commendable initiatives to demonstrate dogs’ ability to perform breed specific functions that certify the usefulness of the dogs tested. While obedience, field trials and tracking trials have been part of the dog sport for decades, lure coursing, earthdog trials, agility trials and other activities designed to measure our dogs’ functionality have all helped make the modern show dog more than just another pretty face. Indeed, they have enhanced the whole image of the competitive canine. And we can all agree that in the current social climate we can use all the help we can get. But, let’s get back to the dog whose breed type leaves a great deal to be desired and is still in competition. This dog’s presence comes about through a variety of causes and some of these we bring about ourselves. There is a very good chance that the fan46 Dog News
cier who buys a dog to show that is mediocre at best or breeds a litter and keeps a dog that should have gone to a good pet home at ten weeks has probably turned her back on correct type. If she is lucky, she will realize her error as the low (or no) placements increase. Ironically, the show ring is filled with poor examples of breed type that lack just a few points to finish. Far from getting the message, the exhibitors of these dogs have been encouraged by a good win record with a less than stellar campaigner. One must seriously wonder what they were thinking and what breed standard they were reading. Also to be wondered is what were the judges thinking when these dogs left the ring with purple ribbons. There was a time when learning tools were few and far between. Many newbies of an earlier day found themselves on their own in sorting out the numerous mysteries inherent in the dog sport. If you came into dogs and were lucky enough to hook up with an experienced person willing to be your mentor, you had a good shot at acquiring the essential knowledge to grow in the dog sport. This assumes that you were willing to do your share. Today, all that has changed. Anyone with the requisite passion for dogs can make a good place for themselves. It cannot be overstated that study is key and a deep understanding of correct, definable type will make the difference in a person that enjoys success in the ring one who does not. Think about some of the most successful breeders in your own breed. Those are the people whose breeding you recognize even if you are looking at a particular dog for the first time without access to a catalog. Those who understand breed type and have adhered to their own interpretation thereof for generations serve as an example for us all.
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he quality of consistency in breeding and judging is an important part of recognizing and rewarding definable type. Here’s an example. Several years ago, at a large show that was part of a major Specialty weekend, a foreign judge that very few people knew appeared on the panel and was passing on a major breed not his own. The entry this day was very large, almost as large as the Specialty entry itself. The gentleman worked carefully through his entry and after a few classes any observant fancier would have been able to successfully second guess the judge. Before the BB class entered the ring it was obvious that the ranking dog of that breed at the time was in for heavy sledding and when the judging was over that’s exactly what happened. The BB winner that day was a successful campaigner, but not the top dog nationally. Nonetheless, the BB winner fit the mold of the judge’s idea of type in that breed more closely than any of his rivals and so carried the day. The moral of this true story is that whether breeding or judging, the wise fancier lives by the breed standard and operates by a reasonable interpretation thereof. This is one of the most essential elements needed to achieve success in the dog sport. While everyone has their own particular taste in their own breed, understanding definable type takes priority over variations that verge toward deviations. If you are asked to observe a representative group of dogs of the same breed, you should be able to select the best examples of breed type even if they show features you don’t particularly like. It may not always be easy to find the best exemplars of definable type, but if you find yourself unable to make up your mind, think of the breed’s original purpose. Using this as your yardstick, determine which dog you think could best do its breeds’ work for you. It should then take you about four seconds to decide. Thank you for reading. •
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E R RA S D E E R BOF THE WORLD ld chwa u B s e n by Ag
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aving a lot of Greek friends in Brazil I fell in love with their music and dance. We used to go to Greek restaurants, break plates and clap while watching the men dancing, and of course eating the moussaka, and drinking (moderately) the properly chilled ouzo. Who can talk about today’s Greece without remembering the history of Zorba, the Greek (I had the luck to see it on Broadway with Anthony Quinn playing the part. By the way, the actor was born Antonio Rudolfo Oaxaca Quinn in Chihuahua (!), Mexico. When he threw a carnation to the audience, I, seating at the 4th row, easily grabbed it, but a lady behind me (shame on her) took it from my hand!) Who can even think about Anthony Quinn’s Zorba without remembering the great Mikis Theodorakis and Demis Roussos? And – who can remember these two without heaving in mind the unique voice of Roussos singing “My friend the wind”? Presently this trio is as classical as the Greek art, and History. Unforgettable and long living. I would not dare to talk about Greece without mentioning the great, not only great – enormous – philosophers, as Aristotle (A friend to all is a friend of none. And; We make war that we may live in peace), Sophocles (There is a time when
Hellenikos Ichnilatis – AKA The Greek Harehound, Hellenic Hound; Greek Hound I do not remember how long I’ve wanted to talk about Greece, and Greek dogs. even the justice brings harm). Mathematics ( Pythagoras, Archimedes), Politicians, (Pittarcus, Dionysius, and Alexander the Great) the Sculptors (Myron, Phidias and the anonymous ones like the author of the Venus de Milo, the headless Winged Liberty, and so forth…). We would not have the Olympic Games, and the Marathons without the Greeks. We could not call our dogs Zeus, Diana, Jupiter, Nero, and Apollo without the Greek Mythology. (Greek mythology is the body of myths and legends belonging to the ancient Greeks concerning their gods and heroes-Wikipedia). There are thousand of famous Greeks, and Greek Americans. The list of names is very long so I will mention some Greeks, and some American Greeks which made or make part of this great United States: Spiro Agnew, (US Vice-President under R. Nixon), A little over a week ago, I took a rather unusual step for a Vice President . . . I said something. —Spiro Agnew), he was son of a Greek immigrant whose name originally was Anagnostopoulos. George Stephanopoulos, (American television journalist and a former political adviser. He is the chief political correspondent of ABC News). SNL’s Tina Fey (Elizabeth Stamatina, daughter of Greek mother Zenobia Xenakes), the great tennis player Pete Sampras, the film director Elia Kazan, The former Governor of Massachusetts, Michael Dukakis, cousin of the actress Olympia Dukakis —our Wayne Ferguson’s friend (who introduced her to me personally at a benefit dinner at New York’s Sardi’s), the great actress Betty White, who was born in Oak Park, Illinois, on January 17, 1922. She is the daughter of Horace L. White, a traveling salesman and electrical engineer, and his wife Tess Cachikis. (Her maternal grandfather emigrated from Greece). Maria Menounos, Greek-American actress, journalist, and television presenter known in America for her appearances as a correspondent for Today and Access Hollywood, Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), and the unforgettable Greek actress Melina Mercouri. Since antiquity, by tradition Greek is a maritime nation. Shipping is one of the oldest forms of occupation of the country. Who never heard about Aristotle Onassis (connected to Jackie Kennedy, and the Greek CONTINUED ON PAGE 114
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2011Westminster PosterUnveiled by David Frei
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charcoal and pastel image produced by Amber Sena has been selected in a contest sponsored by the New York Academy of Art (www.nyaa.edu) as the official artwork for the 135th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. The 2011 poster, traditionally entitled “Westminster. There’s only one.” was unveiled on the WKC Web site (www. westminsterkennelclub.org) on September 27. Annual artwork has been a part of the Westminster celebration since 2004. This is the first year that a competition selected the art that is used as the commemorative poster and for collateral materials such as tickets, the guidebook cover, note cards, and more. The note cards will feature the winning image and also the five other images selected as finalists for this year’s contest. The winning image and poster, as well as the images selected as finalists, are available for viewing on the WKC Web site, as are posters from previous years. Ordering information and prices will be available soon on the site. Ms. Sena spent her youth in New Mexico indulging in creative opportunities and exploring nature with a series of four-footed Labrador Retriever companions. After earning a BFA at New Mexico Highlands University in 2003, she worked as an Art Director at an educational facility for positive reinforcement for teens. In 2009, she earned her MFA at the New York Academy of Art. She resides in New York City and works as a Continuing Education instructor at the New York Academy of Art and New York 54 Dog News
Film Academy. She entitled her winning art “Canon of Canine.” For more information about Ms. Sena and her work, log on to www.amber-sena.com Proceeds from sales of the poster will go to benefit the Animal Medical Center in New York City in honor of its 100th year as a national leader in animal health care. The AMC will also receive the original artwork. A longtime partner of Westminster, the AMC is renowned for its expertise in providing medical care for companion animals, as well as outstanding teaching and research. For more information about the Animal Medical Center, log on to www.amcny.org. •
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All In The
Family By Charles C. Robey
INTEGRITY- A MIND SET
On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being prefect, how does your breeding program rate?
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hether you are a professional breeder, a hobby breeder, or whatever your endeavor may be in the dog world, the most important factor, from a morally and ethically standpoint, is breeder integrity. Have you ever use a metronome? Basically, it’s a musically enhancement device with an inverted pendulum arm that swings back and forth, providing a visual swinging pattern to follow. Metronomes are great tools to help younger musicians learn and appreciate time and time keeping. Somewhere within the exercise of working with a metronome, a musician finds the balance needed to keep time with the music. Much like the metronome pendulum swing, dog breeders have an anticipation and a reaction to all types of dog experiences. In other words breeders, from day to day, breeders have to perpetually give and take, to survive in today’s dog industry. Conversely, one need only compare a huge grandfather clock, with one of those big old brass pendulums swinging slowly back and forth, to that of the breeders honesty. I cannot tell you the number of times I sat across from a breeder, at his or her kitchen table, only to have the question asked, “how many breeders usually pass inspection, as opposed to those who fail”? My classic answer was always the swinging pendulum scenario. I would say the pendulum swings from the right, representing those breeders who are in compliance, to the left, representing those breeders who fail, and for every swing cycle, the pendulum always swings through the middle twice, representing those innocent breeders, who consciously want to learn and comply with the rules. If you have been in the dog business very long, you can probably relate to the swing pendulum theory, as you have either seen, heard or have personally know of the good, the marginal, or even bad dog breeders. So, what makes the difference? Basically, one word, “integrity”. One need only surface the internet to view the many dog registries, with a variety of policies. Including such policies as the proper dog identification, record keeping, and dog care. Still, in searching the various dog registries, integrity is probably close to the bottom of the list of priorities. Furthermore, unfortunately aside from the American Kennel Club (AKC), I dare say no other registry makes routine field inspections. There again, integrity is the key to a successful dog operation. An additional integrity enhancement, which came on the scene in the mid nineties, was the new DNA technology. This new inspection tool changed the definition of integrity forever. Now, it is possible to identify the ancestry of any dog by performing a simple test using a cheek swab. The cheek cells carry the positive genetic material and is therefore an easy way to prove the dogs parentage. Another tool, which enriched the breeders integrity in the late nine58 Dog News
ties, was the inception of the lap top computers. Unlike before hand, Investigators now had the benefit of directly reviewing and comparing the breeders records, during the inspection process, to confirm the legitimacy of the required dog ownership, breeding and litter produced records. Before having this new technology, if the breeder had completed the required forms and a cross examination of the records indicated the records were completed properly, the records would pass the inspection. However, with the establishment of the computer data, an Inspector could instantly determine such inaccuracies as the improper transfer of dog titles, the dog ownership data, breeding and whelping information and the correct purchaser, and register of the puppies.. And lastly, and probably most importantly, a policy enacted in the nineties to encourage the breeder integrity, was the introduction of the “Policy Concerning Deficiencies in the Care and Conditions of Dogs”. This policy allowed the affected registry to stop or suspend a breeders privileges, temporarily or permanently, for the policy violations. And in conjunction with the animal cruelty policy, a breeders privileges would be automatically suspended, if convicted in court of cruelty to dogs or inhumane treatment of dogs. (Note: the above inspection integrity developments may not apply to the less meticulous dog registries.) To get you thinking about the importance of breeder integrity, please consider some real-life examples: I once conducted an announced inspection and could not help but laugh, as I drove up to the kennel. For, standing at attention along the front of the kennel, were a number of small dogs displaying new bright orange collars. And, it didn’t take a microscope to check the dog identification as all dogs had big black identification numbers proudly displayed, larger than life, on cow ear tags nearly as big as the dogs. On the surface, the ID appeared to be good, as the dogs were in compliance with the dog registry. Conversely, did the breeder actually know the dogs, as all the dogs were all of the same breed, color, size and features. Apparently, the collars appeared to be hastily place on the dogs, to comply with the registries identification policy. The only true way these dogs could have been positively identified, would be for all the dogs to be DNA tested. However, when ask, the breeder disclosed that only a small number of the male dogs had been DNA tested. Yes, DNA would have defiantly supported the breeders integrity. And, there have been numerous breeders, whose operation initially passed inspection, only to find out later that various puppy litters were placed on hold, as certain litters had failed the DNA tests , due to the Sire or Dam not matching the puppies. One breeder had a major problem, which prompted customers to resort to threatening legal action, against the breeder. The breeder had purchased a prestigious stud dog, to be used for stud service. The dog had previously sired a few litters, but had not reached the registries mandatory DNA testing policy. When siring the next litter, the dog was required to be DNA tested. And guess what, the DNA proved that the dog’s pedigree was wrong, as the dogs sire did not match. Letters were then sent to all customers, who had purchased puppies, sired by the dog in question, stating that the puppies were not eligible for registration. Then the attorney sponsored letters started. If a breeder is not familiar with a particular stud dog, the dog should not sponsor a litter before being DNA tested. These brief scenarios go a long way, in showing the importance of breeder integrity. Some breeders will probably always attempt to compromise the breeding program, as that just comes with certain forms of human nature. However, with the concept of all the modern investigative tools, it pays to always have integrity. Because, sooner or later, their sins will find them out. It’s just not worth throwing a livelihood away. Moreover, I have always praised the dog breeders, as I have found them to basically be above reproach in all their endeavors. What do you think. •
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Horses andDogs
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by Carlotta Cooper
’m about to do something which has largely become heresy in the dog world: I’m going to compare dog and horse movement. I know, they’re not the same. I know one animal is a carnivore and one is an herbivore. I know they have developed differently and it’s dangerous to draw comparisons. However, I’m a horse addict and I can’t look at one animal without making my own comparisons to the other. I know there are others out there like myself. So, I’ll try to keep the comparisons simple and not trample on too many anatomical differences if you’ll bear with me. I’ve been a horse nut since birth apparently. I first fell in love with horse racing and Thoroughbreds when I saw the beautiful Majestic Prince win the 1969 Kentucky Derby. I was so young I didn’t know what the Kentucky Derby was but I still remember watching the horses race on TV in wonder. Now you have to realize that I am clueless about wagering. I live in a state where pari-mutuel wagering isn’t even allowed. So I watch hours of horse racing on satellite TV each week these days just for the sake of watching the horses. I have rationalized this use of my time as a way to study movement and I’ve been learning a lot, or at least I’ve been drawing a lot of my own conclusions. First of all, the most important part of the horse is the legs. Forget what the rest of the horse looks like. It doesn’t matter if he looks like a Budweiser Clydesdale on top. How does he walk? Don’t show me his jockey or his lovely head when you have the camera on the horse. I need to see the horse walk. And by walking, I mean that I need to see his hooves striking the ground. It doesn’t do me any good to look at the horse only as far as his knees and hocks. Secondly, you can have the most beautiful horse in the world, with the most perfect conformation, and it won’t help him win a race unless he actually uses his body well. People seem to bet on 62 Dog News
horses all the time because they are beautiful and/or because they have great pedigrees, but if that horse is not using his body effectively and making the most of what he’s got, then he won’t win. And you can often tell that kind of thing in a post parade (the equivalent of a dog show that occurs before the race) if you watch the way the horse is using his body. It’s more than body language. It’s the horse’s athleticism. (Of course, I’ve learned some other things, too, such as Bob Baffert’s horses win a lot; the horses I pick at Woodbine never win; to mute the TV when the announcers get annoying with all their theories and systems; and that Zenyatta is Queen.) Now, just what does any of this have to do with dogs, you may ask. For one thing, I’ve been watching so much horse racing on the weekends that I’m starting to look at my dogs and wonder if they could win a race. I caught myself checking out puppy Brett walking the other day, trying to see if she flexed her rear paws the way a good horse flexes his fetlocks. I think she did, but I’m not sure. I see hocks and hooves when I close my eyes now. Despite all of the very correct evidence that says horses and dogs are different, I think that if you have a good eye for a horse, it can help you when you look at dogs, and vice versa. The best dog I ever had was Julie and when she walked, from the time she was a puppy, she would lift her paws and place them a certain way, just like a good horse does. She had the best movement of any dog I’ve ever had. People would stop me and ask me about her, so it wasn’t just my imagination. She was fun to show. There’s a saying about racehorses (I think it’s credited to trainer D. Wayne Lukas) that a good horse has a head like a princess, a backside like a washer woman, and walks like a hooker. I know it sounds terrible but if you watch a good horse and think about it, it’s a perfect description. Good horses walk like they are wearing high heels and many of CONTINUED ON PAGE 118
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he Stockbridge Gallery situated in picturesque rural Hampshire that is quintessentially English, is the only gallery in the UK dedicated to the dog in art. Run by lifelong dog lover, Victoria Armstrong, who has always had a passion for art and in particular dogs in art, it opened its doors in 2009. Victoria aims to have an eclectic selection which is constantly changing, and in addition stages themed exhibitions. Running throughout October with the title ‘Modern Day Animaliers’, the gallery showcases the work of three internationally acclaimed female artists who specialise in the portrayal of animals. Victoria remarks; “It is rare for such an extensive and unique collection of seventy-five exceptional pieces of work to be exhibited outside London.” Sam Sopwith, Kate Denton and Georgie Welch have each established themselves at the forefront of their chosen genre and the exhibition will include a mix of both their canine and equine works in two and three dimensions. Hampshire born Sam Sopwith was interested in drawing and painting from a young age but this interest was more fully explored while living on Vancouver Island. There she was taught and encouraged by a local artist, Irma Argyriou, and also trained with sculptor Maarten Schaddelee before returning to England. Back home she studied with the renowned sporting artist, Neil Forster, developing her skills in drawing animals. She then spent time in Italy studying classical portraiture. On her return she established her studio in Fulham. She has undertaken commissions on a wide variety of subjects in a variety of mediums which has included many different dog breeds. CONTINUED ON PAGE 122
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Animal Control and PETA’s Vet take on the Ringling Bros. Circus in Sacramento by Patricia Gail Burnham
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hree interesting things happened in Sacramento this year. First, known animal rights advocate Penny Cistaro was hired as head of the City’s animal control. Then an ordinance was proposed allowing animal control to inspect performing animals at circus and rodeo-type events —actually it says any performing animals. I was wondering where animal control workers would get the expertise to inspect performing animals. The main qualification for being an AC officer is a willingness to scoop poop and scoop up dead dogs and cats. But on the 9/11 weekend we found out what their plan was. According to the Sacramento Bee, Animal Control invited a PETA affiliated vet to inspect the performing animals of Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey circus. That vet, Mel Richardson, according to opinions he has provided on animal abuse that are published on the Internet, has worked as a caretaker of exotic animals for 40 years. He has also appeared as an elephant expert at events organized by PETA. PETA has been a vocal critic of Ringling Bros. over the years, calling for boycotts of the circus and accusing circus organizers of abusing their performing animals. Richardson’s opinion was that four elephants performing in the circus were arthritic-and therefore must be limited in what acts they can take part in. According to a letter sent Thursday to Ringling Bros officials from city Animal Care Services manager Penny Cistaro, the elephantsBonnie, Karen, Minjak and Nicole-shuffled, showed signs of lameness and were not receiving pain medication for their conditions. Acting under the new ordinance, Cistaro told circus officials the elephants could not do acts that required them to lift more than one leg at a time. In other words, the elephants would not be allowed to perform the signature hind-leg-only stance familiar to generations of circus-goers. The penalty for ignoring the letter, under the city’s new ordinance, meant fines of several hundred dollars per elephant. The opinion was challenged by circus organizers, who questioned the objectivity of the veterinarian who did the exam at the city’s request. Feld Entertainment-the company that owns Ringling Bros.-cried foul. Caught in the middle was interim City Manager Gus Vina, who opted to suspend the ruling until another vet from San Francisco could be brought in for a second opinion. That exam was to take place Friday night, with the vet’s finding to be filed Saturday morning. Vina said he suspended Cistaro’s ruling after learning more about Richardson’s background. 70 Dog News
He said the exams also took place just hours before a circus performance and that the timing “Created some strain on the process.” Then he asked for a second opinion, from a non PETA biased vet. The city then made an about-face when a second veterinarian-brought in after circus officials questioned the objectivity of the first veterinarian-gave a conflicting opinion of the elephants’ condition. The city then sent a second letter to Ringling Bros, clearing the elephants to perform. The second opinion was given by Freeland Dunker, a veterinarian at the Steinhart Aquarium and formerly senior veterinarian with the San Francisco Zoo. Dunker reviewed the city’s original letter and the four elephants’ medical records, watched the elephants perform Friday night and checked the feet of all the circus’s elephants, according to the letter that accompanied his findings. On Saturday morning, Dunker issued an opinion that three of the elephants in question were physically fit to perform and that performing does not endanger their health. Dunker wrote that, in his opinion, “none of the concerns identified in the (original) letter applied to these elephants.” Dunker found that the fourth elephant, Minyak, had an abnormal walk. But Dunker wrote that the condition was being treated and that Minyak could continue to perform in a limited capacity-as she has been in recent weeks. The councilwoman who proposed the ordinance said, “I feel very strongly that we let Ringling Bros. tell us what to do.” But Vina argued that the ordinance had been enforced, seeing as the elephants were inspected and Ringling Bros must now restrict Minyak to limited performances (Which was already being done by the circus.) Vina called for “One process improvement-agree ahead of time who the vet should be.” The real moral is don’t let Animal Control use PETA associated vets to evaluate animal care. In January the Professional Bull Riders Association will be arriving with 80 bucking bulls for its annual show. The inspections that Animal Control uses for them should be interesting. The ultimate goal, of course, is to halt all use of performing animals. This first attempt to use a PETA associated vet to interfere with the elephants’ performances shows what their strategy will be: Animal Control and PETA, and their friends at the HSUS, are to be the only ones qualified to evaluate animal care. We can’t let that happen. It is up to us to keep our politicians informed about the animal rights agenda and the organizations that support it. It may make us feel paranoid to think that the animal rights folks are out to get us. But it is not paranoia when they really are out to get us. We need to educate our politicians on the issues. •
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by M.J. Nelson
Drovers, Jumpers, Pals And Then Some W hen the stockmen on the cattle stations in Australia developed a herding dog to aid in driving cattle over long distances across rough terrain, they probably never dreamed the resulting breed would become a courageous and tireless herder, an intelligent and very athletic companion that is successful in agility, obedience, weight pulling, flyball and schutzhund and a dog that is also a loving family pet. This is quite a positive leap as well as testimony to selective breeding considering the breed was created by crossing dingos, the wild dogs of Australia, with dogs used as drovers in the Northumberland county of Great Britain. However some of the traits of the dingo remain in the breed. The dingo’s favored method of bringing down their prey is by hamstringing the prey animal, that is biting through the Achilles tendon to disable their prey. This shows up in the Australian Cattle Dog which makes cattle that are reluctant to move get going by biting at the critter’s heels. This led to the ACD being nicknamed “blue heelers” or “red heelers” depending upon their color. However, thanks to the writings of dog breeder and author Noreen Clark, there are some myths about the breed’s origin that have persisted as “truths.” Clark saw the red cattle dog as having more dingo in it than the blue variety and also that the red dogs were more vicious than the blue ones, neither of which is true. He also repeated the myth that the Dalmatian and the Kelpie were influential in the development
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of the ACD. The Dalmatian supposedly was infused in the breed to make them more tolerant of horses. However the genetics of coat color and the current understanding of hereditary characteristics make the presence of the Dalmatian in the ACD’s ancestry extremely unlikely. Furthermore most transportation in Australia at the beginning of the 20th century when the ACD was developed involved horses so most dogs of any breed in Australia would have been accustomed to horses. Since the Kelpie was developed after there were already historical descriptions of the Cattle Dog, its presence in the breed’s background is also very unlikely. There has been speculation that the Bull Terrier was part of the breed’s ancestry but the ACD does not have the Bull Terrier’s instinct to bite and hold. This would have been a most undesirable trait in a dog whose purpose was to move livestock. There is no doubt, however, that the ACD developed into a breed that is suitable for any activity that requires athleticism, intelligence or endurance. “ACDs are successful in a wide variety of dog sports because they are intelligent and they seem to want to explore different activities and jobs. In fact, they will create things to do if their owners don’t provide enough activity to stimulate the dogs. Give them a job and they are happy,” said Rita Favreau who with her husband Larry owns DC Kurpas’Redeemer for LnR CGC HXAs HSBs HIAcs HSAcds HTDIs HRDs HRDIIs ASCA Started Ducks (“Rev”) that also has multiple high-in-trials and reserve high-in-trials in AKC herding events. “Many are natural herders and they seem to love to learn and do tricks but if they don’t feel there is a purpose for some activity or if they think it isn’t fun, they will CONTINUED ON PAGE 124
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n November 2, there will be vote on a ballot initiative in Missouri that poses a serious threat to dog breeders and owners everywhere. Proponents of Proposition B argue that it will help put an end to puppy mill cruelty while those opposed argue that the initiative will do little or nothing in the way of making dogs safer or healthier but will instead place unnecessary and expensive restrictions on responsible breeders and make it more difficult for people to own dogs. Several state legislatures have passed laws targeting substandard, large-scale breeding facilities, with three states setting limits at 50 breeding dogs (as would Proposition B), but Missouri is the first state with a ballot initiative on dog breeders. And if the Humane Society of the United States has its way, it certainly will not be the last. Missouri’s Prop B is a vital cog in achieving the HSUS’s overall goals. President and CEO of the HSUS, Wayne Pacelle, cites Missouri as “the nation’s top puppy-producing state” and of Prop B he writes, “…this life-saving measure is not just an opportunity for Missouri voters, but for citizens of every state. That’s because the Missouri ballot measure will have tremendous positive implications for dog welfare all over the nation.” Translation: should a majority of voters vote yes on Prop B, expect similar propositions to pop up in your home state, too. Pacelle also writes, “Missouri has 30 percent of all puppy mills in the country with a staggering 200,000 breeding animals churning out 1 million puppies a year. Now remember, there are about 2 million healthy dogs killed in shelters every year for lack of suitable homes.” What Pacelle fails to mention is that the HSUS has no connection with local animal shelters and humane societies, the ones that actually take in, care for and attempt to re-home displaced animals. He also fails to mention that less than one half of one percent of the HSUS’s $100 million revenue goes towards the hands-on care of animals in shelters. Should Prop B pass, the Missouri shelter system will be flooded with dogs that will be euthanized.
While Pacelle has offered no funding for the Missouri shelters that will be overwhelmed should Prop B pass, he is using the measure as a fund raising drive, calling for “supporters all across the nation to support the YES! On Prop B campaign with their dollars. We need to put television ads on the air and reach Missouri voters, and the only way we’ll be able to do it at the level needed is if people who care about this issue invest in this campaign. We and our partners in the YES! on Prop B coalition need millions to run ads in the weeks before the election…Never has there been a more important dog protection campaign than this one.” While the HSUS’s call for donations on the backs of puppies is nothing new, it’s this last line that should prick up the ears of dog owners everywhere. Compounding the cloudy message of the HSUS is the fact that two high profile cases of large scale breeding operations relinquished dogs to shelters last week in Missouri. One case involved a licensed breeder reaching out for help because she could no longer afford to properly care for 71 dogs that the ASPCA and HSMO removed and transferred to humane societies in Springfield and St. Louis, where they will be treated and cared for until ready for adoption. In the other case, the HSMO and the Green County Sheriff’s Department rescued 45 dogs that were reportedly living in unsanitary and unsafe conditions. Naturally, supporters of Prop B are citing these cases as evidence that such a ballot initiative is necessary. Barbara Schmitz, the campaign manager for Missourians for the Protection of Dogs/YES! on Prop B, states, “The simultaneous rescue of dogs from two puppy mills in one day is a clarion call for Missouri’s citizens to vote ‘yes’ on Proposition B.” Schmitz also writes, “Prop B is supported by Missouri veterinarians and veterinary clinics across the state…as well as responsible dog breeders.” However, the American Kennel Club issued a press release opposing Prop B, as did the Missouri VMA, citing the need for enforcement of existing regulations instead. According to a September 20, 2010 post on the AVMA .org, “Leaders of the Missouri VMA believe, however, that the
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state’s problem with substandard, largescale breeding facilities results mostly from a lack of funding to enforce existing regulations and that limiting facilities to 50 breeding dogs would not improve the situation.” Furthermore, “The AVMA has not taken a position on the specifics of the Missouri measure, although an AVMA policy states that the Association ‘supports the use of appropriately constituted expert bodies to establish public policy on animal welfare’ rather than ballot initiatives. The AVMA also recently released its Model Bill and Regulations to Assure Appropriate Care for Dogs Intended for Use as Pets, ‘which do not limit the number of dogs in a facility’.” Point being, it’s the quality of the care, not the quantity of the dogs in a facility. Indeed, in the hands of an unscrupulous breeder or uneducated owner, one dog is too many. Many breeders feel that they are the experts in this field, not the HSUS, and they take issue with many of the requirements in the proposition. Barb York, the president of the Missouri Pet Breeders Association, told Missouri Farmer Today, “Basically, it is so cost-prohibitive that I would end up out of business.” Many also argue that such restrictions on breeders will drive the cost of dogs up exponentially so that only the wealthiest people would be able to enjoy canine companionship. Karen Strange, a lobbyist for the Missouri Federation of Animal Owners, said that the HSUS “wants to eliminate all animal agriculture. It is absolutely imperative that we educate the public on the true intent of the HSUS. We have to educate the public to protect agriculture.” Before hitting the ballot box, Missourians should be reminded that the Animal Care Facilities Act became law in Missouri on August 28, 1992. Its purpose is “to ensure that all dogs and cats receive adequate food, water, shelter, health care and proper socialization” and its mission “is to promote proper and humane companion animal care in licensed facilities in Missouri.” Proper enforcement of the ACFA would do more for protecting the animals of Missouri than the superfluous Prop B. Perhaps the HSUS should commit some of its $100 million war chest towards funding the enforcement of existing laws before calling for millions more in donations to ensure the passage of new ones. Missourians need to ask: Does the HSUS really want to help animal shelters and humane societies or does it want to advance a radical agenda that includes eliminating pet ownership, service animals, eating meat, hunting, fishing and the business of agriculture? What would become of the already depressed economy should agri-business jobs be driven over seas, too? Missourians need to vote ‘no’ on Prop B and prepare for the HSUS’s Plan B. •
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ell you’d never know or even imagine that anyone was worrying about dog show entries based on the numbers of dogs entered for Thursday’s M&E Show. Way over 3,500 entries making this, a weekday show, the largest outdoor show in America. Have not heard nor seen Devon nor Montgomery yet but considering the number of high breed entry specialty shows being held on this weekend-running the gamut from Beardies to Dobes to Porties to others -- the M&E entry is truly an outstanding one. Of course, this show is held only every five years and has some major players working on its behalf. Nonetheless, both the effort and the results are way above the norm. Now if the ladies (and some of the men) would only do away with those silly hats think of how happy I would be. Historically, of course, the show was originally revived to honor both the great old show held on the estate of Mrs. Geraldine Dodge and Mrs. Dodge herself. It has certainly surpassed the hopes of the reviver founders insofar as achieving a permanent place in the annals of show giving clubs is concerned. I would be remiss not to acknowledge the acquiescence and support of the Hatboro show and its leader, Bob Black, in turning over its territory to M&E relinquishing every five years one of its two days. This was a very kind and gracious gesture on their part indicating a willingness to support an historic situation another club in the area refused to do. Elsewhere in this issue is printed the entire Document entitled MODEL BILL AND REGULATIONS TO ASSURE APPROPRIATE CARE FOR DOGS INTENDED FOR USE AS PETS. This is a guide prepared by the AVMA for states desirous of regulating dog breeders and retailers. It was commented on not too favorably in last week’s Editorial after being embraced (according to the Board Minutes) by the Board at AKC. There are too many sections with which to find fault as far as I am concerned even just presuming the entire concept of such legislation is agreeable and necessary. Legal Council for United Kennel Club CONTINUED ON PAGE 126
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What Moore Could You Ask For? The Moore County Kennel Club Dog Show weekend (MCKC) with the Central Carolina Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club Specialty and The Carolina Terrier Association Specialties and GOLF!
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he Moore County Kennel Club held its twoday all breed shows, with obedience and rally trials, on September 18 and 19, at the Pinehurst Harness Track, with Friday the 17th dedicated to the all Terrier and Cavalier specialties. The Pinehurst Harness track had a busy weekend, with the dog show set up in the infield, and the Polo competition in the upper field. It was a weekend of great weather, hot but not humid, and the entire event concluded Monday with the MCKC golf tournament, hosted by Bill Pace, to benefit the club’s vet tech scholarship at Central Carolina College. In keeping with the club’s commitment to its community, under the direction of Nona Burrell and run by in attendance vets Dr. Melissa Israel and Dr. James Watson of Pinetree Animal Hospital, a micro-chip clinic was offered each day, with the Moore County Animal Control offering a Saturday rabies clinic of $5 per vaccine. Perfect way to keep your dog safely identified and healthy! CONTINUED ON PAGE 130
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After 61 years with the breed (since 1949), we are proud to present JACK to the fancy.
It has been gratifying to have fellow breeders, handlers and judges applaud his excellence. In limited showing, he ďŹ nished undefeated, winning the breed many times from the classes. As a Special, he is winning and placing in strong terrier Groups.
Sire: Ch. Blythewood Straight Shooter Owners: Jim & Kristi Clark and Joan L. Huber 5th Avenue, New York, New York
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ason, Ohio was the site for this year’s Pug National themed “Early Memories” and early memories it was, with a 50’s rock ‘n roll theme complete with a sock hop as the major fund raiser. Pug skirts, chiffon neck scarves, rolled up jeans, bobby socks and saddle shoes was the given attire for the sock hop and the showcase; however a few sporty individuals carried the theme into the regular classes as well. Club member Rosemary Robles of California officiated over 101 sweeps entries and our very own Dr. Harry Smith Jr. had the honor of sorting out 295 entries in the regular classes. Ms. Robles smiled from ear to ear as she set to the task of judging all those mischievous, wiggling, adorable puppies and subtly wiped her eyes at the site of 16 ever so beautiful and happy to be there veterans. Her best puppy came from the 6 - 9 fawn bitch class, Pinkk High Fashion, breeder owner handled by Karen Thompson. The junior winner and Ms. Robles’ choice for Grand Sweeps winner came from the 12 – 15 fawn dog class, Ch. Moonstruck’s Tangled Up in Blue, breeder-ownerhandled by Melissa Standish. It was hard to hold back the tears as the veterans
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ou can say a lot of things about us Canadians, but one thing is for sure, we are a resilient bunch that can get the job done! This past September long weekend saw the fancy’s best gather from coast to coast as the Canadian Professional Handlers Association, Top Dog dinner and Benefit was hosted in beautiful, sunny Halifax, Nova Scotia. These awards went to the Top dogs for 2009. Top dogs from 2009 you say? Yes it seems strange to us too! While we have basically 2 online systems (Best Dog in Canada and Canuck dogs) that not only report the results from the entire country as each show is completed they also keep a running tally of the top dogs not only overall but also the top dogs for each group and breed! And while this is all well and good the Canadian Kennel Club, whose points totals are the official numbers used for the Top Dog Awards does not release their statistics until the July Issue of Dogs in Canada Magazine ( which hits members and shelves in June) therefore late August is really pushing it to get invites out and travel arrangements made for the award recipients. To
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Model Bill And Regulations To Assure Appropriate Care For Dogs Intended For Use As Pets
But not protected by the Animal Welfare Act or similar regulations.
This model is published by the American Veterinary Medical Association. It is a sample only, and is not specific to the facts of particular applications. Mention of trade names, products, commercial practices or organizations does not imply endorsement by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
(April 9, 2010) MODEL BILL Section 1 – Title and Purpose This Act shall be known as the [name of state and Act] Section 2 – Definitions When used in this Act, these words and phrases shall be defined as follows: 1. “Board/Agency” means [insert appropriate regulatory board, agency or department]. 2. “Director” means the director of the Board/Agency or his or her designated employee(s). 3. “Dog” means any member of Canis lupus familiaris i 4. “High-volume dog breeder” means any person who, during any calendar year whelps more than six (6) litters of dogs. A veterinarian who provides whelping services within a veterinarian-client-patient relationship, and has no ownership interest in the bitch, is not included in this definition. 5. “High-volume dog retailer” means any person who sells, resells or transfers ownership of more than fifty (50) dogs during any calendar year, including sale, resale and transfer of dogs to pet stores, breeders, kennels and dealers, and sale, resale, and transfer that occur via the Internet. 6. “Facility or operation” means any land, premises, shed, barn, building, trailer, vehicle or designated area used or intended for use as part of the high-volume dog breeder’s or high-volume dog retailer’s business; including but not limited to the breeding, housing, exercise, care, or sale of dogs. 7. “Inspector” means any person who is employed by and has been trained by the Board/Agency to perform inspections pursuant to this Act. 8. “Licensee” means a high-volume dog breeder or a high-volume dog retailer who has received a license from the Board/Agency pursuant to this Act. 9. “Person” means any individual, corporation, company, partnership, shelter, pound, rescue, firm, estate, trust or other legal entity.
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10. “Regulations” means rules or regulations adopted by the Board/Agency to implement this Act. 11. “Veterinarian” means an individual licensed as a veterinarian under [insert appropriate state law.] Section 3 – Exemptions This Act does not apply to: 1. Any person licensed or subject to inspection by the United States Department of Agriculture pursuant to the federal Animal Welfare Act (Title 7 U.S.C. Sec. 2131 et seq.) and its regulations (Title 9, C.F.R.). 2. Any evacuation or management activity associated with any State or Federally declared emergency. Section 4 – License A. High-volume dog breeders and high-volume dog retailers shall obtain a license issued by the Board/Agency and display the license in a place clearly visible to the public. An applicant for a license shall submit an application on a form prescribed by the Board/Agency, together with an annual license fee in an amount to be determined by the Board/ Agency, but no higher than $____ per year. Such fee is nonrefundable. MODEL BILL AND REGULATIONS TO ASSURE APPROPRIATE CARE FOR DOGS INTENDED FOR USE AS PETS Page 2 of 8 (April 9, 2010) B. The Board/Agency shall conduct a qualifying inspection for an initial license requested by the applicant to determine whether the applicant qualifies to hold a license pursuant to this Act. The Board/Agency shall issue the license upon receipt of the application and annual license fee and upon satisfactory completion of a qualifying inspection. C. A license will not be issued to any applicant who has pled no contest or has been found to have violated any Federal, State or local laws or regulations pertaining to animal cruelty within one (1) year of CONTINUED ON PAGE 144
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Not Just A Name ... A Perfect Description FLASH Another Bes t In Show! & Back To B ack Group F West Volusia irsts Kennel Club , Florida 9/25/10 & 9/26/10 Best in Show Judge Mrs. Patti W . Neale Group First Judges Ms. Diane M alenfant & Mrs. Charlo tte Patterso n
Multiple Best In Show & Multiple Best In Specialty Winning
GCH Marlex Classic Red Glare Best In Show - Breeder-Judge Mrs. Sharon A. Krogh Group First - Breeder-Judge Mr. David M. Krogh Much Appreciation For Top Recognition From Breeder-Judges! At 14 Months Old Three All-Breed Best In Shows • Two Best In Specialty Shows 17 Group Firsts • 27 Group Placements Breeder: Carole Mohr-Rio
Owner: Leah Monte
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took center stage enjoying their moment in the sun and each entry received a huge round of applause from the tearful crowd. Strutting their stuff the veterans ranged from 7 to the senior attendees that were 12 years young. Best veteran went to Ch Brenich I Wanna B A Pepper Too RA, from the 7 – 9 yr dog class bred by Brenda Belmonte and shown by her daughter, Kelly Schur. Best of opposite veteran was Ch Loralar’s Sequel, 7 – 9 yr bitch, breederowner-handled by Laura Libner. The week was chock full with the agility trial on Wednesday. Obedience and Rally were early curtain calls on Thursday & Friday morning for judge Pat Scully, who as always glowed with enthusiasm as she put her 73 entries to work. High in Trial went to Poul and Moraine Kirby-Green’s Sycamore’s Twist N’Tugg from the Novice B class with a score of 197.5! “Pug’s Rock” was the theme for the Showcase that was held on Friday evening to a standing room only crowd. Donna Manha arranged a spectacular display of 2009’s top conformation and performance dogs accompanied by our top junior handlers. The pink, white and black stage, a recreation of a 50’s soda shop was the background for the best of our best as we counted down our top 25 winners in every venue of competition. Did I spy Doug Huffman in a white sport coat and a pink carnation accompanying Ch Tupelo Sho Boat Tu China Tu?
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Pug’s Rock” was the theme for the Showcase that was held on Friday evening to a standing room only crowd.
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Tom Young, was a Canadian entry that hailed from the 9 – 12 puppy dog class. Veterans went to Ch. Ledgewoods Ricochet Rabbit RN NAP OJP, owned and handled by Ashley Fischer and bred by Jill Bergman. Stud dog was awarded to Ch Sandcastle Sarpendon, breeder-owners: Mike and Michelle Anderson, Doug Huffman and Mike Penny. From his entry of 106 class bitches he found Schonewald’s Icing On The Cake, breederowner-handled by Judy Schmidt in the open fawn class as his winners bitch. His veteran bitch winner defeated 7 entries in her class, Ch Kate’s Jampa Mae, bred by Kathy Clark and owned by Peggy Bennington and Annette Friskopp. Best Junior handler saw nine of our finest competing. From a field of Morgan Clinesmith, Colton Hayes, Audrey Hayes, Steven Schur, Mary Lee, Hailey Webb, Emmy Lea Herring, Maura Espositio and Charles Harpole, open senior Charles Harpole took home the top honors.
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owned by Sheila, Kent Meyer & Doug Huffman. Four additional awards of merit went to the following dogs: GCh Riversong’s Broadway Joe, breeder owner Carolyn Koch; Ch Moonstruck’s Tangled Up in Blues; Ch Bre-Z Manor’s Cruisin’ Bentley breeder Louise Tran, owners Louise and Julia VanPatten and Ch Woo Woo Jamaica Blue Mountain, breederowners Gary & Joy Cupp. This seemed to be the year for records… Dr Harry’s fourth appearance as a judge, the first time the HIT and BOB dog was owned by the same person (the Kirby-Greens) and two Canadian entries taking top honors – can you say PDCA, aye? Show chair Mary Ann Hall and her committees did a fabulous job. Not one detail was overlooked right down to the vintage trophies. It was the general consensus of all those present; this was a rock ‘n roll good time. •
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GCh. Primavera’s GCh. Samwise Gamgee Thank you to all the judges who have placed Sam amongst the top Papillons in the nation.
Breeders: Richard L. Bauer and Maxine J. Gurin
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their services. Technicians can be helpful in providing triage care, general veterinary care, evaluation and decontamination services. To learn more about it, contact www.medicalreservecorps.gov. Purdue University offers a Veterinary Homeland Security Certificate Program for veterinary professionals who are interested in becoming involved in animal health emergency response. This is a graduate level distance-learning program which was granted national certification by the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Participants must complete nine courses including swine disease, rabies, anthrax and plague. The program is a cooperative effort of the Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue Homeland Security Institute, Indiana Board of Animal Health, Indiana State Police and Indiana Department of Homeland Security. The program could open doors to several different professional opportunities because of its many faceted nature. For further information visit the website at www.biosecuritycenter.org/article.php?vetHomelandProgram. (Veterinary Technician, January 2008) At the same time, homeowners and those who travel with their pets should be well prepared for emergencies. Medical supplies, food and water in sealed containers all should be readily accessible. Identification of each dog, contact numbers and medical or veterinary certificates for rabies vaccinations should accompany travelers on every trip. A copy of all pertinent documents should be left in the travel vehicle, so that you don’t have to go scrambling at the last minute before a trip. Professional handlers should have proper identification and medical records for each dog in their custody, so that each is readily identifiable in case of an accident or other emergency.
Gulf Pet Relief Program
A new program will help reimburse veterinary clinics near the Gulf of Mexico that provide free services for pets belonging to people suffering financially because of the BP oil spill. The program will provide pet food to some of the animal shelters in the region that have taken in many more dogs and cats than normal because of the disaster. The American Veterinary Medical Foundation, Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Merial’s Paws to Save Pets program created the Gulf Coast Pet Relief Program. The new program will provide $145,000 worth of funding and food to 90 veterinary clinics and five shelters in the Gulf region. (JAVMA, Sept. 1, 2010.
“He Ate What??”
VPI (Veterinary Pet Insurance) has issued a list of claims which its policyholders have filed between 2005 and 2009 on the number of toxins ingested or otherwise taken in by their pets. The top of the list is poisoning: Drug reactions or accidental ingestion of drugs: 5,131; Rodenticides: 4,028; Methylxanthine: 3,661; Plant poisoning: 2,208; Household chemicals: 1,669; Metaldehyde: 396; Heavy metal toxicity: 288; Toad poisoning:270; Antifreeze: 213; Walnuts: 100; Alcohol: 75; Strynine: 29. The most expensive of all of these to treat was Heavy metal toxicity which cost policyholders an average of $791 per claim.
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PUPS Legislation
Senate Bill 3424, the Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety Act (PUPS) is a federal bill which would close Internet loopholes with online puppy sales. The bill would require anyone breeding and selling more than 50 puppies per year over the internet to fall under the regulatory watch of the US Department of Agriculture. Breeders and sellers would have to submit to inspections by the USDA every two years and meet federal minimum standards of care. It’s a great idea, but inadequate funding for bills under the USDA have prevented that body from carrying out inspections already passed by the Congress in prior sessions. Among them are inspections of all puppies imported into the US, with certain age and health requirements which must be met; timely inspections of commercial kennels, auction houses, just to name a few. Unfortunately, in today’s economic climate it is doubtful that USDA will be funded more generously any time soon.
Managing Ear Infections
There are many causes of ear infections in dogs, but in general there are a few tried and true remedies for a number of problems. Management of the ears, especially of long eared dogs, such as Basset Hounds or many of the Sporting breeds, is key to the prevention of ear problems. Cleaning the ear canal is probably the most important preventive measure one can take. Regular cleaning or flushing of the ear canals, without forcing debris further into the ear, is key. One can use warm water alone, or one of the many commercial ear flushes to loosen wax or any foreign materials that may have accumulated. If the ears are red and inflamed, or if the dog is constantly scratching, rubbing its ears or shaking its head, a trip to the veterinarian is called for. Unusual, heavy wax or debris accumulations, accompanied by a foul odor would indicate an infection or fungus which may be treated either topically or systemically. A microscopic examination of the exudent will tell the veterinarian what type of infection is present, so that proper medication can be administered. Some ear infections are seasonal, caused by allergies. Others can occur any time and may be the result of an infestation of parasites or bacteria which thrive in the moist warm climate within the ear canal. Too many dog owners pay too little attention to the ears until they become truly painful or too unpleasant to ignore. Ear cleaning should be part of the regular upkeep of any dog, no less important than nails or coat. Fortunately, regular attention to minor symptoms can prevent a much more serious condition. And how many judges have been put off by a dog who looks great, but who is clearly head shy because his ears are bothering him? •
Grand Champion! The first Miniature Schnauzer Dog to be awarded this honor
BEST IN SPECIALTY SHOW WINNING
CH. BELGAR’S DESERT SAND Number Four* Miniature Schnauzer in Breed Standings to date in 2010 and going strong.
Sonny sends special thanks to all the breed and group judges during this year who have recognized his outstanding qualities. During 2010 he has over 43 breed wins, Multiple Group Placements and a Best In Specialty Show.
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Owners Marilyn Lande and Lyle Harstad 1829 North 29th Place • Mesa, Arizona 85213 480 396-6933 • landmark80@aol.com Bred by Bonnie Warrell Belgar’s Miniature Schnauzers Professionally Groomed and Handled By Jorge & Susie Olivera *All Systems
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diva Maria Callas), and Stavros Niarchos? These two with some others were/are the billionaires who are part of the few who moves the world’s economy. To talk about the antique Greece, is as to talk about the antique Rome. These two cultures are the cribs of the human evolution, and deserve much more than an article. Greece was the first area in Europe where the early civilization advanced. City - states emerged across the Greek peninsula and spread to great levels of prosperity that resulted in an unprecedented cultural development expressed in architecture, drama, science and philosophy. The Hellenistic period was brought to a partial close two centuries later with the establishment of Roman rule over Greek lands in 146. The subsequent mixture of Roman and Hellenic cultures took form in the establishment of the Byzantine Empire in 330 AD around Constantinople. Byzantium remained a major cultural and military power for the next 1,123 years. With the Fall of Constantinople much of the Greek intelligentsia migrated to Italy and other parts of Europe not under Ottoman rule, and played a significant part in the Renaissance through the transmission of ancient Greek works to Western Europe. (The great painter El Greco is a good example of this). After the Greek War of Independence, successfully waged against the Ottoman Empire from 1821 to 1829, the nascent Greek state was installed and finally recognized under the London Protocol in 1830. Following the assassination of Ioannis Kapodistrias the chosen first governor of the New Republic, the monarchy was installed. The Greek Kingdom lasted until WWII. In 1973 the military regime formally deposed King Constantine and eight weeks later a plebiscite confirmed the end of the monarchy. The Greek nobility survives in the person of Sophia of Greece, wife of the Spanish king Juan Carlos, and Prince Phillip husband of Elizabeth II of England. The country today is a Parliamentary Republic, and its Prime Minister is George Papandreou. Of course a land with such a history should have a native bred dog. Well I found not only one, but four breeds; the Alopekis (small Greek house dog), the Greek Shepherd, the Greek Watchdog, and the Hellenikos Ichnilatis = the Greek Harehound. The Hellenikos Ichnilatis is a black and tan tracking & chasing hare hound, indigenous to Greece. It exists for thousands of years and its progenitors are the ancient laconikoi native in the Southern Greece (Peloponessus). These were described and praised by many ancient writers and through colonization and sea-trade they became widespread in the ancient world. Descendants of the ancient Greek scent hounds can be found all over Europe and beyond. In its country of origin the breed had no com114 Dog News
petition and due to its isolation in inaccessible & often mountainous areas the breed remained pure and little changed. Ancient Greece covered most of the Balkans and so the Hellenikos Ichnilatis left its heritage in the neighboring countries, too: black and tan or tricolor scenthounds can be found all over this area. In Greece too, there is a not-yet officially recognized tricolor variety, localized in the very same vicinity that the ancient breed took its first name, in Laconia (Sparta), a south-most part of Peloponessus. In 1996 the Hellenikos Ichnilatis became the first Greek breed recognized by the FCI. (www. greekrealm.com) The exact origin of the Greek Harehound has not been well documented. It is believed that the breed dates back as far as the 10th century, though this has never been proven. However it is a fact that Greek Harehound has been most commonly used for hunting, scenting, and tracking small game always proving its abilities working in any kind of terrain. Being known for his resonant voice and great smelling abilities, the breed remains extremely rare outside its native Greece. This dog has been kept pure because of its great hunting abilities, and for its docile temperament. The native dog of Greece is very similar to the Yugoslav Balkan Hound (now Serbian Hound). The southern border of former Yugoslavia and northern Greece form the western edge of the Balkan Peninsula. Seemingly both breeds have similar backgrounds, but there is a possibility that two strains have developed from the same ancient race. Known for its energetic and lively nature, the Greek Harehound loves to be kept busy. They are known for being one person’s dog. Very intelligent and independent they are not easy to train. As a pet, the Greek Harehound is loyal and loving, enjoys spending time outdoors taking long walks, and having room to run and play. Establishing immediate dominance, trust, and respect is key to successfully training the Greek Harehound. These dogs require an experienced, confident, and patient handler with a serious approach to repetitive exercises and tasks. Brave, outgoing, intelligent and sometimes impatient, they are passionate and never vicious hunters. As a farm dog it’s happy and useful in many ways with a great sense of boundaries; it will give voice in the presence of strangers or danger. Surprisingly swift and powerful for their size, essentially good-natured, this is an independent breed. Maturity comes late, usually at two or three years of age. The Hellenikos Ichnilatis has a beautiful and loud voice that can be heard for many miles, and is fit to travel great distances on the gallop. The breed is considered a true representative of Greece, and its breeders are proud to be the first of the country to achieve world recognition Head: Long. Flat skull. Stop not very pronounced. Straight or slightly curved nose bridge. Strong jaws. Fairly developed lips. Ears: Medium-sized, set on high, flat, rounded at the tip, pendulous. Eyes: Normal in size, brown. Body: Slightly longer than it is tall. Neck powerful, muscular, without dewlap. Well-developed chest. Slightly circular ribs. Slightly arched, short, strong, wellmuscled loin. Slight tuck-up. Long, straight back. Croup long, broad, nearly level. Tail: Short, thick at the base and tapering slightly toward the tip. In action, carried in saber fashion. Hair: Close-lying, dense, somewhat hard. Coat: Black and tan. A small white spot on the chest is tolerated. Nose and nails are black. Size: Dog: 47 to 55 cm. (18.5-21.5 in). Bitch: 45 to 53 cm. (17.5-21 in). Weight: 17 to 20 kg (37-44 lb). The bred is recognized by the FCI, the KOE (Kennel Club of Greece), and the Continental Kennel Club. •
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“Whistler”
Am. & Can. Ch. Meadowlake “Whistler”
Sire: Ch. Meadowlake Devil Brew piece
Dam: Ch. Meadowlake Master-
A special thank you to Judge Mr. Carl Gomes and all of the other judges who have recognized “Whistler”.
Owned and Always Handled by Louise Leone P.O. Box 992 Franktown, Colorado 80116 Phone 303-618-2008 Email - rightlyso@msn.com
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them will swing their hips. They are on their toes. I think the same is true with most good dogs. It’s like the dog is flexing his toes when he steps forward instead of flopping his paws down. Good horses — and good dogs — have a natural degree of collection when they move. That’s part of what I mean about the way they use their body. If you watch the way a good horse or dog places his “feet” you’ll notice that you can almost feel the tension in his muscles. There’s a sense of deliberateness about the movement. He doesn’t just plop them down or move heavily. From watching horses I’ve come to believe that much of the myth about tremendous reach and drive is incorrect. When I watch horses, the really good horses use their rear legs to reach under them and grab the ground with their hooves, but they do not kick their legs back a long way. That’s wasted motion, it seems. The horses that do that have floppy movement and they don’t run well. The horses that run best have control over their legs and push back just enough to stop and reach forward again. Drive doesn’t come from four feet behind the body. It comes from closer to underneath their hips, where the power is. At the risk of making a dangerous comparison between horses and dogs, it seems to me that the same would be true for dogs. The power to drive should come from nearer to underneath the hips and not from far behind them. There are kennels that produce dogs that have that big drive in the rear. The rear legs fling back when the dogs trot. But some of those kennels are also known for producing lots of bad hips. Coincidence? It sure is eyecatching but I don’t think it’s really good movement. There are plenty of people who rave about that kind of movement though. I found that when I googled “tremendous reach and drive” on the Internet I came up with oodles of hits. There are so many people bragging about their dogs in these terms. I’m not sure if TRAD is always a good idea for every breed, or if it’s always wasted motion, but I am sure that when it comes to the movement I was watching in racehorses, that kind of drive did not occur in good moving horses or horses that went on to win races. The most athletic horses and the horses that usually win have more efficient movement. Certainly, a horse’s rear movement and a dog’s are different. Horses are limited and a dog can kick back more than a horse can. But I do believe that dogs that kick back excessively are wasting motion. My dad made me get a horse I didn’t want one time. I wanted a beautiful palomino mare but my dad had a bias against female animals in general. He thought they would be coming in season all the time and be temperamental. The horse we got was an Appaloosa gelding. Well, this horse was very kind and sweet but he was 118 Dog News
the horse equivalent of a clunker. He would stumble when he walked or trotted and you were taking your life in your hands if you tried to gallop with him. I was always afraid he was going to trip. And, when he trotted you could hear his stomach sloshing. Just not a good horse. But I learned a lot from having a bad horse. I learned things to avoid. I compare some dogs to him, movement-wise. Do they pick up their feet? Are they sure-footed? Do they move like they feel good? Are they natural athletes? Do they have natural collection?
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e all know that some dogs simply show better than other dogs. You can have a dog who has some faults but he just shows like a dream. That dog will often beat a dog who is, conformationally speaking, a better dog who doesn’t show well. There are dogs who move well in spite of having a fault here and there. I think movement does count for a lot, even if a dog isn’t perfect, because it speaks to how a dog uses his body. Don’t get me wrong: I love breed type as much as anyone. But it’s hard to ignore a dog with good movement because it says so much about the dog’s overall fitness and mental outlook. A dog who moves well stands out for a lot of reasons and those intangibles deserve to be noticed. The thing is, we need people who really do know good movement. It’s not just flashy movement. It’s not just big movement and legs flying. Good movement starts right at the paws hitting the ground. It’s often efficient movement instead of TRAD. Of course, horse racing is different from showing dogs. You can observe horses before a race, draw your conclusions and put your money down. The horses have the opportunity right there to prove which is the best horse, at least on that day. There’s no such opportunity with dogs at a dog show. Everything is based on the judge’s opinion. Winners are chosen and you go home. Horse racing has a winner based on performance and the most successful horses go to the breeding shed. Dog shows have champions chosen by subjective opinion, based on a breed standard. But ultimately, breeders make the decisions in both worlds, they simply use very different criteria. You probably can’t compare horses and dogs, bone for bone, but I think you can take some lessons from watching each. But it has to be noted that the Thoroughbred is bred to be an athlete and racing animal, whereas most of our dog breeds were created for other purposes. It’s to be expected that there would be differences in movement, even if dogs and horses could be compared. However, I do think you can look at the ways that the two animals use their bodies and learn something. I think the next race is coming up at Saratoga now so I’m off to choose the winner. Good thing I can’t bet. I never have understood how that works. •
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Sheffield born Kate Denton spent her formative years living on the Channel Islands and now works from her studio in Suffolk. She went to Goldsmiths College where she studied under Sir Ivor Robert-Jones. She has exhibited broadly throughout the UK and South Africa and was elected to the Royal Society of British Sculptors in 1993. Georgie Welch has worked as a figurative sculptor since 1996. She studied art and design at Bournville College and figurative sculpture at Staffordshire College before setting up her studio. She has twice been honoured for exhibiting the best bronze sculpture at the Society of Equestrian Artists exhibitions, the first time in 1998 for which she received the British Sporting Art Trust Award, and more recently at their International Exhibition. All her
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sculptures are cast in the ‘lost wax’ method of casting at the renowned Pangolin Editions Foundry. The dogs portrayed in this exhibition are not show dogs in show pose, although some may grace the show ring, they are dogs being dogs, inquisitive, playing, relaxing. The breeds featured are many and varied; Foxhound, Shar Pei, Basset Hound, Clumber Spaniel, Great Dane, St. Bernard, Bulldog, Cocker Spaniel, West Highland White Terrier, Greyhound, one or two of questionable ancestry and the obligatory Labrador and Springer Spaniel which no self-respecting exhibition would be complete without. Georgie Welch’s dogs are realistically patinated and the patination colour and markings can be altered to suit individual requirements. She can be seen working in the gallery on 9th October on her model of an Irish Wolfhound named Tigger who is in the last stages of completion. The Stockbridge Gallery is situated in the High Street in Stockbridge, Hampshire and the full body of work in the exhibition can be seen from Monday 27th September at www.dogsinart.com. Those who like horses will be in for a treat, for there are some evocative and powerful horse bronzes by Kate Denton. There is also a smattering of other animals from pigs to elephants in the exhibition. •
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choose not to do what you are asking them to do.” “They are structurally sound and goodminded,” said Larry Painter who with his wife Marilyn owned DC WTCh Rewuri Blue Bogong CD (“Syd.”) “They generally have a lot of drive and tenacity and overall, they just seem to enjoy competing. But, they like to do things their way, on their terms. It is important to establish leadership with a Cattle Dog and get them to understand that teamwork with their owner is an important part of successfully completing the job.” There are some things that have to be kept in mind, however, when working with an ACD or training one of these dogs for some dog sport. One is that they can be easily bored. “ACDs are naturally agile and they catch on so fast to things like obedience that training is accomplished in a very short time. But, they can and do get bored and then they will improvise games to make the work more fun. They make their own games with their own rules. They get bored with work that doesn’t seem to have a purpose and they’ll improvise in ways that aren’t something you’d want in competition,” said Favreau. “When you are training for herding, Cattle Dogs are bred to work closer to livestock and be pushier than some of the other herding breeds,” said Painter. “This means you have to keep that in mind when working with them. They can come across as being overly enthusiastic early in their herding career. The biggest obstacle to working with this breed is establishing leadership. You have to be the leader. Sometimes it is slow in the beginning but the payoff in the end is great. When you find that special dog, it is very rewarding. It’s really great to be able to compete and do well with the same dog that does chores with you every day. However, one problem we encountered was in obedience. Syd was accustomed to some commands and body language used for herding that didn’t translate the same in obedience. It was difficult for him to separate the two venues with me in the ring. I was nervous and that made him nervous. The solution was to have someone else handle him in obedience so Marilyn wound up being his obedience handler and putting his obedience title on him. With her in the ring instead of me, they didn’t encounter any of the problems that Syd and I were having. We also used a handler in conformation for the same reasons.”
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DC Kurpas’Redeemer for LnR CGC, HXAs HSBs HIAcs HSAcds HTDIs HRDs HRDIIs ASCA Started Ducks (“Rev”), Rita and Larry Favreau’s Australian Cattle Dog, also has multiple high-in-trials and reserve high-in-trials in AKC herding events.
One of the most difficult tasks with this breed, according to Favreau, is shaping the dog’s prey instincts into sound herding practices. “We do lots of training and we videotape training sessions. We also work with a trainer. These practices not only help the dog but it also helps the person handling the dog sharpen his or her skills. But, herding takes a lot of training time. There are so many factors that play into this type of competition. Not only do you need a well-trained dog but you have to be tuned in to both the stock and the dog. On any given day, the stock will vary in their willingness to be moved and just like you and I, the dogs have their good and bad days. Conformation is much easier. I’ve also found that a good six-week course in basic obedience and then another six weeks of obedience off leash produces a good obedience ACD. However, you have to keep in mind that these dogs may decide to improvise when they are actually in competition. I actually think ACDs will do better in rally as the course changes and provides more of a challenge to them.” This is a breed that was developed to be an allaround companion in addition to being a good working dog. This has created one of the great challenges facing the breed today. “We need to have a much higher percentage of the dogs in the breed involved in doing what they were bred to do—herding,” said Painter. “We need to have sound dogs that have a bred-in ability to work livestock and that want to work for and with people. We also need to be producing dogs that are forgiving of handler errors and also can stand up to the abuse of working livestock.” “It is important that the dog’s structure be sound and I think the best way to prove that is by competing in conformation as well as the various dog sports that are available,” added Favreau. “But, it is also very important that the dog is able to do what it was bred to do which is work stock. The only way to showcase those abilities or establish proof of those capabilities is through competition in the show ring, the herding arena and the obedience/agility/rally events. The multi-titled dogs in the breed not only provide an incentive for owners to get out and let their dogs do what they were meant to do but they also help breeders maintain what the dog was designed to accomplish. It is important to keep your perspective, however, when engaging in these dog sports. What’s really important is the day-to-day loyalty, the performance of their daily chores and their incredible willingness to watch over their ‘pack’ that makes this breed so special.” •
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Sara Chisnell-Voight wrote a blistering condemnation of the entire bill, which went too far overboard for me. Nonetheless some of the points she made were valid. One would expect and hope to hear more from AKC in this matter but one never does know. I get the sense and not only from the responses to this week’s Question of the Week that there is some major dissatisfaction with how the Delegates are selected by their clubs and the job they are doing as Delegates. This dissatisfaction comes from the general Fancy it appears to me. I believe this to be the case primarily since the Delegates totally insulate themselves from communicating directly with the Fancy. They chat amongst themselves like little magpies but do this privately and not publicly. Indeed after the last Delegates’ meeting the primary topic of conversation amongst the Delegates was ‘bed bugs’ found at the non-AKC hotel used by those looking to save a dollar or two. More importantly, however, is the total refusal of the Delegate Body to open its membership to the professional judge or handler in the Fancy. The restrictive nature of this Body precludes it from representing the Fancy in its entirety and makes a farce out of any attempts to call the Delegate Body representatives of the Fancy at large. What they are today is an elitist selective body of self-called amateurs willing to bend the word amateur to suit their own singular interpretation of the word. It’s long past the time to change the requirements of who and what a Delegate may be. Without doing this kind of reformation AKC will be corporately mired in the past and unable to perform as a modern, viable entity in the future. And keep in mind the Boards of at least the last 20 years have been trying to accomplish this to no avail due to the refusal of the majority of the so-called amateur Delegate to relinquish its power base. From where I sit I say throw the bums out!!!! •
Best In Show - Best In Specialty Show - Multiple Group Winner
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CH. GLAURIEUS TOP SUPER MOD ELLE Thank You Best In Show Judge Mr. Lewis W. Bayne And Group Judge Mrs. JoAnn Dutton And Our Sincere Appreciation To All Who Have Judged Elle As The Best!
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Is it in the spirit of being elected a Delegate from a Member Club for each Delegate elected to serve on these Committees to receive a fee of $200 per meeting? This involves 99 Delegates who attend 4 meetings a year. I never see the volunteers there getting free meals in the cafeteria. Perhaps it is also time to look at the “free lunch”. Ruth Winston I should think the delegates who serve on these committees would or should do so without any kind of compensation. When I first became a delegate no one received any kind of compensation for what should be a volunteer position. It’s a way to be involved with the sport of dogs and a rewarding way of giving back. Delegate, Akita Club of America Cecelia Ruggles I am a bad one to ask this question. I really do not care about the Delegates. It is an antiquated Body which is badly in need of restructuring. Thomas H. Bradley 3d It has always been my impression that most clubs assist their delegate with some, if not all, expenses. This $200 “bonus” , I assume, is to insure that the delegate/committee member actually attends the Committee meetings to which they were appointed. In actuality, what it does is create a special class of delegates which, in my opinion, totally defeats the original concept of how the organization was established to operate. While I understand that “it’s only $200”, in total if all of these delegates attended every meeting, it’s almost $80,000. Everyone that I know, including the AKC, is looking for opportunities to “cut 128 Dog News
back expenses”. Here’s a nice opportunity. Gretchen Bernardi While there is certainly room for discussion on the need for certain committees, most delegates agree that the committees themselves are extremely important to the entire delegate body. They function much like “think tanks” and are well-attended by delegates. Part of the purpose of the committees is to develop and recognize leadership ability in delegates who may wish to serve as board members. I can say without hesitation that the delegates who involve themselves in the committees and their work remain delegates far longer than those who do not and that is a good thing for the governance. But that was not your question, which has to do with finances. Very few delegates have all of their expenses paid by their clubs, with many, perhaps most paying all of their own costs to attend the meetings and the $200 is really not a fee but is meant to help defray the cost of an extra day’s lodging and meals. A sizable number of committee members attend sub-committee meetings, prepare papers, do minutes, agendas, etc. As far as I can see, these self-paying delegates, along with our show committees, are the only volunteers left in the sport. Everyone, it seems, is profiting from AKC and dog shows. How much longer can we expect the volunteers among us to continue to support activities from which others are profiting? If we are interested
in cost versus benefits, we would better served by looking at the lunches served at the meetings. Delegate, Mississippi Valley Kennel Club; Secretary, Bylaws Committee• Bill Shelton We would need to first take into consideration what has become considered the norm and reasonable? AKC has presented itself as being generous in a few areas as of late. In saying this we should recognize that we no longer appear to be the hobby sport in this country we once were. AKC is a large business. How it conducts its finances and the tone it sets, should be decided by those we have elected to lead. To answer your question more directly; whatever happened to the amateur status which doesn’t allow for “delegate judges” to receive even a judging fee? And now in a less than a robust economy and declining registrations, AKC is allocating, by your numbers, almost $ 80.000 a year on delegate committee meetings? If indeed the spirit in which you have spoken is to be one of an amateur status and voluntary in nature as representatives of individual member clubs, then I must say “No”. They should not receive any stipend for these delegate committee meetings. This could be yet another savings for the AKC to put towards resisting poorly written canine legislation, or promoting their AKC brand and the sport of pure bred dogs amongst the general public, where it’s sorely needed.•
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This weekend of shows was like a return to graciousness. Club member Lisa Schrank was “up the road” to Raleigh Wednesday to pick up British Cavalier judge, Lucy Koster, making her welcome after what was no doubt a long flight. For the Friday Cavalier crowd, everyone (we are talking 80+ here) retired to the home of Janet and Ed Dalton for post specialty festivities, entertainment and dinner. All judges were met at the airport by club members, they attended a dinner on Friday evening hosted by board member Beth Dowd, and on Saturday dinner was at the home of club members Bill and Patty Pace. Beth Dowd additionally hosted a Saturday afternoon hospitality for everyone around the group ring, assuring a wonderful gallery ringside for the groups. All-breed show chair Janet Dalton, assisted by Patty Pace and David Kirkland, saw to absolutely every “whim” of every exhibitor and judge. This year’s panel of judges included Debra Barrows (obedience), Lee Canalizo, Jon Cole, Jane Forsyth, Jean Fournier, Meredith Johnson-Snyder, Janet Lewis (obedience), and Virginia Lyne with Paula Ayers and I having the pleasure of judging puppy groups and Best Puppy on the Saturday and Sunday. All board members, indeed club members in general are at the ready to help and therefore no club member shows a dog. Thursday is the “physical day, and the infield was transformed by Bob Forsyth, Ed Dalton, David Kirkland and MCKC President Steve Watson and by Friday a 7-ring show with vendors, tents and RVs galore appeared. I did a quick tour of the RVs at the dog show, and then a quick ride around the rigs at the Polo competition; have to say the “ponies” get first prize there!
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Association specialties and the Cavalier show,) the victorious dog would be the Skye terrier, who won Best at the Terrier Association under judge Mary Jane Carberry, and the groups each day at MCKC under judges Virginia Lyne and Jon Cole. He is Ch. Cragsmoor Buddy Goodman, bred by Eugene Zaphiris and Matthew Stander, and owned by Carolyn Koch and Victor Malzoni, Jr. from Chapel Hill, NC. He was handled by Marcelo Veras at the specialty and Larry Cornelius at the all breeds. The bulldog bitch Ch. Kepley’s Showbiz Razzle Dazzle bred by Marjorie and Jack Kepley and owned by Joan Fisher, Robert Speiser and Barbara Wolfe of New York City won both non-sporting groups and Best In show on Saturday under judge Jon Cole. She was handled, as always, by Phoebe Booth. Ringside whispers say she is one BIS from the record.
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est In Show on Sunday, under judge Virginia Lyne went to the German Shepherd bitch GCH Ch. Shoal Creek’s Sangria V Barick, bred by Giovanni Middei and owned by Barbara Stamper, Lee Jewell and her breeder. She was handled by Scott Yergin. Each day the Best In Show line-up offered superior choices for the award, and the quality of the day was greatly appreciated by the many spectators ringside for Groups and Best. A word about the site, the site is wonderfully contained, surrounded by great dog friendly hotels, and near to good shopping and many great restaurants. It is under two hours from Raleigh, Fayetteville and Greensboro airports. The Friday so far dedicated to the Terrier Association and the Cavalier specialties looks like a terrific venue for other Southern independent specialties, and more “Group” specialties. All the work is
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done for you, and that surely cannot be beat. I am sure MCKC President Steve Watson would be happy to share details (wirescott@charter.net). As I pulled out of the show Sunday evening, I saw club member and AKC’s Mari-Beth O’Neill’s car, it looked like an airport limo, riding low on its tires, just packed with judges’ baggage as Mari-Beth transported them back to Raleigh, with a stop for dinner on the way – just more gracious hospitality! We are, after all, in Pinehurst, so the MCKC weekend ended in the golf tourney chaired by MCKC Board member Bill Place, benefitting the club’s vet tech scholarship at Central Carolina Community College. I sat on a cart beside the 10th green with Beth Verner and Trophy Chair Terry Cook to witness the half-way point of the teams, and hand out some “adult beverages” and perhaps witness the “hole in one” that would send someone on a trip to Scotland. As we sat there on carts in glorious sunshine we ran through the events of the three-day weekend, and agreed that this is a club of hard working, dog-savvy members and truly, what Moore could you want! •
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people perceive how you care for the animals in your charge. If you don’t put yourself forward as neat, clean, well-presented, then people will assume you won’t care for their animals. Actually, I never wore jeans when I was a little girl, so I guess it’s just part of who I am. If people see you are tidy, then they’re going to determine you will go in the ring and do a good job for them. Certainly, if you’re not going to take care of yourself, you won’t take care of your charges, either.” On professional handlers, Beth had this to say, “Well, if people call themselves ‘professional handlers’, then you should look professional. People pay us to care for their dogs, so they have a right to expect that. We pass this advice on to everyone that worked with us on the Green Team.” Of course, Beth has moved on from handling to judging. Her pathway has been a lot of hard work. “It has been a long and convoluted journey. I started in Long Island in the 1960’s. It was a popular duck hunting area, so my breed was Labrador Retrievers. I decided I wanted to breed labs. By 1980 we had achieved some success. I was divorced in 1980, and a new direction appeared. A friend of mine had Norwich terriers. She became quite ill and gave me my first Norwich. Shortly later, Peter gave me a Norfolk. So I had one of each, a Norwich and a Norfolk.”
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Beth finishing her first Labrador Champion Springfield’s Ondine CD in l972 under Judge William Kendrick.
Shown finishing her first Norwich in 1980 under Judge Mrs. William Fell.
Judging the NNTC National Sweepstakes in 1988-handler-owner Fritz Rumpf.
Multiple Best In Specialty Show Winning
GCh.Cobblestone Gathers No Moss Sire: Ch. Parson Puck Fair
Thank you to the Judges that have recognized Moss’ outstanding breed type and sound, correct movement! BEST IN SPECIATY SHOW/SPECIALTY BEST OF BREEDS Great Western Judge Mrs. Christine Erikson All Terrier Club of Western Washington Judge Mrs. Sally Yancey Lexington Kennel Club Judge Mrs. Barbara Dempsey-Alderman Northern KY Kennel Club Judge Mrs. Joan Beech Great Western Judge Mrs. Gay Dunlap Garden State All-Terrier Judge Mr. Neville Hodgkins All Terrier Club of Western Washington Judge Mr. Kenneth McDermott Bucks County Kennel Club Judge Ms. Beth Sweigert
Dam: Ch. Fox Valley Cover Girl
The Number Four Parson Russell Terrier Breed and All-Breed* Four Time Specialty Winner in 2010 – Great Western, Western Washington and both Blue Grass Parson Russell Terrier Specialties
GROUP JUDGES: Mr. Robert Hutton, Mr. Frank Washabaugh, Mr. Robert Clyde, Mrs. Neatha Robinson, Mrs. Joan Beech, Mrs. Carol Esterkin Owned by: Kimberly Neal Suzanne Tolleson Kimberly Baker Bred by: Michael & Michele Asher Exclusively presented by: Kimberly Baker www.mysticterriers.com *The Dog News Top Ten List
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MA in Animal Science. She’s become way overqualified for showing dogs, but she loves it and she’s great with the puppies.” Outside of dogs, what else do you do? “When I was younger, I had other interests. I played tennis. I rode horses. But then the dogs kind of took over. Now, I tell people ‘Peter doesn’t have other interests’—and I devote most of my time to dogs, too. I enjoy it so much, I find it very rewarding. That’s why I still show my own dogs, because I enjoy it. Being here at Westminster, I walk around and wish I could be in there showing. I say sometimes, ‘I could do that so much better than they are. If only I could get in there….’” Regarding judging, Beth had this to say: “I couldn’t judge in the US until I retired from handling. I have judged in the UK, the continent, and other places abroad where they didn’t mind having professional handlers judge. When we retired in 2006, then I was able to begin judging. To me, actually showing was truly thrilling. I miss it. When you judge, and you see a really wonderful dog presented well, and it goes on to do great things, then that’s its own reward. I was invited to judge the Labrador National this past year and that was a tremendous thrill. I’d like to get the Terrier group, and eventually the Sporting group. Although I show my own dogs, the reality is that you can’t go back to what you used to do as a handler. I love breeding dogs, I love the puppies. I think it’s beneficial for judges who breed to keep their eye on the whelping box and remember where we came from. It keeps us more in tune with what’s happening.” Despite those feelings, Beth doesn’t have regrets about adding a new chapter to her life. “This is a young man’s sport. It’s a lot of work. While I miss shows, I don’t miss the work of unloading 30 or more crates at night to get ready for the next day’s work. In spite of it, I often think of the thrill of finding a dog that you just know will do well, then going out there and winning with them.” Future judging assignments in the US will take Beth to clubs in Pennsylvania, Florida, Maryland, and Michigan—to name a few. In between, she tends her beautiful gardens in Bowmansville, PA. Gardening? Yes! If you haven’t asked her, have Beth tell you about her gardening! •
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Co-Co after being awarded Best at Montgomery in 2003-pictured right to left-Breeder and Co-owner Elisabeth Mattell, co-owner Stephanie Ingram, Judge Hans Lehtinen, co-owner Pam Beale and Bethie holding Co-Co.
Number One Toy Dog Cosmo (Ch. Yarrow’s Super Nova) bred and shown by Beth and Letisha Wubble, owned by Dr. and Mrs. Truesdale, being awarded Westminster Group under Judge Mrs. Keke Kahn. Beth and Peter with Ch. Galsul Excellence in 1986.
# 1 Komondor All Breed*
The Best In Show Winning
Ch. Meadow View Officer N A Gentleman In one month Major was awarded six Group Placements Judge Mr. Donald Booxbaum – Group 4 • Judge Mrs. Robert Smith – Group 3 Judge Dr. Alvin Krause – Group 3 • Judge Mr. Peter Gaeta – Group 3 Judge Mr. William Shelton – Group 4 Judge Mrs. Kimberly Meredith-Cavanna – Group 4 Bred by Sherry & Michael Harman Owned by Sherry & Michael Harman & Janet Cupolo Always Breeder-Owner-Handled by Michael Harman Dog News 137
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further complicate matters the dinner does travel from coast to coast being in a different location every year. Each year since 1991 the CPHA has hosted the Top Ten Dog Awards. Honoring the Top Ten dogs of All breeds but also the Top Junior handler, The Top Obedience Dog, a Lifetime Achievement Winner, the Captiva Award for Top Breeder, the Kishniga Award for Top Owner Handler and often a Humanitarian Award is given to those that go above and beyond for our four legged friends. This year the dinner began a new era and not only were the awards handed out but the CPHA also did their best to raise money for the Dog Legislation Council of Canada. An organization that fights against breed specific legislation as well as other Canine plights. Thus the CPHA Top Dogs Awards and Benefit began. The venue for the dinner right on the stunning Halifax waterfront at Pier 21, kind of like America’s Ellis Island, most of our Canadian ancestors journeyed through here on their way to their new lives in Canada. And as having a top dog of any kind is it own journey, a theme for the evening was born. With weather in the form of Hurricane Earl threatening the Halifax area, it was touch and go for a while for both the event organizers as well as those arriving for the awards as to how everything would happen, but thankfully Earl held off for about 10 hours and the dinner was complete, those just visiting the area ad really good stories to tell when they arrived home! This year’s event Chairperson was myself, Allison Foley the event co-coordinators were
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Kim Marling, Laurinda Parks, presenting #9 all breeds for the Beagle Ch Torquay Be Nice to Me to Jamie Alexander
Shannon Scheer and Graeme Burdon. Honorary Chairperson was Richard Paquette. The guests came into Pier 21, up an escalator and into the reception; the guests were greeted with complimentary champagne while chamber music played by a local trio from Dalhousie University. The ‘highlight’ of the reception area was the 13 four by six foot “magazine” covers, representing the top 10 dogs as well at the Obedience, Junior Handler and Lifetime Achievement Winners. Also to go with the journey theme each guest received a passport, their mission was to get their passport stamped by each of the top dog owners. Once you had all 10 stamps you put your passport in for a draw for a GPS! This was an unique idea and it went over very well as it have everyone meeting each of the top dog owners and lots of good conversations were had! As the doors for to the dining hall were opened the guests were treated to a visual and auditory experience, the hall was filled with up lit trees and dry ice fogged the entire dining area, guest oohed and ahhed as they made their way to their seats. The emcee for the event was popular local comedian Tony Quinn, who kept the evening rolling and funny while good old fashioned Maritime Hospitality was most welcoming to all those that attended. While this was the first time the event was east of Ontario it had one of the highest attendances of any dinner so far. The guests were treated to a visual presentation called the “Maritime Showcase” which highlighted most dog people and their dogs CONTINUED ON PAGE 142
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GCH. VICTORIANNE CRIMSON SENTRY
“Hunter”
A very sincere thank you to Judges Mr. William Edwards and Mrs. Cindy Vogels for Hunter’s Group First and Group Fourth Specialty Weekend placements. Owners Edna & Dennis Jonck, Anne V. Curtis and Hunter’s marvelous handler & co-owner Jaime Koskowski
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Gossip column Resurrect one of the most famous show giving kennel clubs, then host the dog show once every five years, hold it on a weekday — Thursday to be precise — and see what kind of entry you get…. well, the answer is in… MORRIS & ESSEX drew an unbelievable entry of 3,090 dogs with a total entry of 3,414. This makes it the largest outdoor show of the year and only 200 dogs less than Louisville and 300 dogs less than the AKC/EUKAUBA dog show. Lots of people donated their time and money to help make MORRIS & ESSEX the success it has been and the one it will be. Last Friday, DAVID HELMING, the go to person you want when planning a dog show (not to mention dog breeder
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extraordinaire), was inducted into the SPORTS HALL OF FAME at the WORCESTER POLITECHNIC INSTITUTE, a well deserved honor. Speaking of awards, the American Kennel Club has announced the three recipients of the 2011 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS, which recognizes individuals for their contributions to the sport in three areas, Conformation, Companion Events and Performance. Congratulations to the three honorees. WALTER F. GOODMAN was recognized in the area of Conformation. Unless you live under a rock, you know that WALTER is Mr. Skye Terrier, delegate from the
Skye Terrier Club of America and member of the American Kennel Club board of directors since 1988, president of Montgomery County Kennel Club, member of Westminster, Westbury and the English Kennel Club. He also serves on the Dog Museum board and is on the board of overseers of the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School. In the area of Companion Events, JAMES HAM was recognized for his many years as a teacher of obedience and has judged trials in every state but one. He has for many years been the obedience, rally, and agility chairman of the Oakland Kennel Club. He also judges several groups. In the area of Performance, JO ANN FRIER-MURZA
was recognized for her 35 years of promoting earthdog events and den trials. She worked on the AKC advisory panel developing the earthdog program. She was a founder of the New Jersey Beanfield Earthdogs Club and is also involved with the American Working Terrier Association, Border Terrier Club of America Dachshund Club of America, Princeton Dog Training Club, Allgemeiner Schutzhund Klub among others. Birthdaying…. JACKIE ADAMS got to celebrate her birthday with a surprise party in Rhode Island, another JACKIE (GOTTLIEB) gets to celebrate at Montgomery County, while also celebrating
are LESLIE SIMIS, BEVERLY SIMIS, PHOEBE BOOTH, SUZANNE READMOND, ANDREW GREEN, GERARD THOMPSON, CAROL CARLSON, CINDY HUCKFELDT, AMANDA CONNEEN, KAREN MAMMANO, MICHELLE SANTANA, ARLENE BUTTERKLEE, REBECCA LYCAN, BARBARA CASSIDY, BARBARA HECKERMAN, DENNY MOUNCE, LINDA SPRINGTHORPE, BILL BUSCH, ADAM WILKERSON, ROBIN NOVACK, CHERYL ROBBINS, BARBARA RUPPERT, PAT BERESFORD and that “Friendly’s” guy EDDIE BOYES.
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from the past to the present that have made a contribution to the dog fancy there. Receiving awards were, for #10 The Bearded Collie, Am & Can GCh Strathhearn’s Hart and Soul CGN, owned by Tom Dixon and handled by Graeme Burdon. #9 the Beagle, Am & Can Ch Torquay Be nice to Me, owned by Marcelo Chagas and Handled by William Alexander. #8 the Welsh Springer Spaniel, Am & Can GCh Ferndel Always in Fashion, owned by Glen and Ruth Sutton and handled by Lori-Ann Fischer. #7 the Standard Poodle Am & Can GCh Classique Scaramouche owned by Tannis Gardiner and handled by Simon Briggs. #6 the Kerry Blue Terrier Swe Am Can GCh Symphonie’s Be My Valentine owner handled by France Godbout. #5 Old English Sheepdog Am Can GCh Beaumorning’s We Will Rock Ewe, owned by Al and Ginny Price handled by Shannon Scheer. #4 Karelian Bear Dog Ch Tsarshadows Jatkosota owned and handled by Doug Belter. #3 Lhasa Apso Am Can Ch Palasa Desiderata Spyanki, owned by Phyllis Lust handled by Kim Cowie. #2 the Pekingese Am Can GCh Hallmark Jolie Grand Slam owned by Cynthia Dyson handled by Lynda Torrance. #1 All breeds went to the Bernese Mountain Dog Am Can Ch Avatar’s Try Try Again, owned, bred and handled by Kim Groves. Kim also won the Captiva Award for top breeder and the Kishniga award for top owner handler quite an accomplishment! The Top Obedience dog went to the Golden Retriever GMOTCH. Brassfire Kip
Karen and Bob Henley of Shelhaven Shelties
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Kip Ka-Boom owned and handled by Chris Braswell. The Top Junior Handler went to Brittany Carella. This year 2 Humanitarian Awards went out, one to Sue Coghlan who has raised many thousands of dollars for the DLCC through her Canuck Dogs website. The other went to well known dog fancier Dawne Deeley for all she has done for our four legged friends, including her work with the DLCC, rescue, the CKC Library and many others. Also the Wenrick Award for Sportsmanship, is an award voted on at the dinner. A selection committee selects nominees and then the ballots are collected during the dinner. This year’s winner went to Kim Delaney of Shillington Beagles from Nova Scotia. The Highlight of the night however was when Lifetime members of the Halifax Kennel club, Harold and Eleanor Foley were awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award. Harold and Eleanor began breeding boxers in 1962 and under the Elharlan prefix have many Boxers receiving Top Honors all around the world. Currently the Top boxer in Canada is their “Shakira” and they hit the international scene when their homebred Am Ch Salgray’s Double Talk won the coveted best of breed at the American Boxer Club specialty as well as Westminster Kennel Club in 1970. Harold and Eleanor have done it all, from Show secretary, show photographer, breeders, handlers and of course mentors! It was truly awesome to see them honored in such a way. All in all it was a great evening, Earl showed up early the next day, tossed a few containers around the harbor, made the waves at Peggy’s cove look spectacular and gave our doggie friends from the west something to talk about. At that’s it from the True North. •
Harold and Eleanor Foley accepting the Lifetime Achievement Award from Todd Foley and their Granddaughter Sydney Cossar
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You’ll Flip For These Girls! More Than Just a Pretty Face and Impish Personality, Pixie is Charming the Judges and Exhibitors alike With her Clean Movement and Fluid Side Gait!
Watch Pixie And You’ll Be Enchanted, Too!
Pixie And Jessica
GCh. Indigo’s Synama Wood Imp
Best In Show Winner - Multiple Specialty Winner INDIGO Dr. David Qualls Sheila Qualls
SYNAMA Patty Powell
LIYAZA Johanna DuWaldt Coutu
WINTERSWEET Betty Mitchell
Loved, Spoiled And Handled By Ms. Jessica Plourde
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application, or more than one (1) year if the Board/ Agency determines the circumstances render the applicant unfit to be licensed. D. An applicant who does not receive a license shall be afforded the opportunity for a hearing before the Director of the Board/Agency to present evidence that the applicant is qualified to hold a license. E. A license to operate as a high-volume dog breeder or high-volume dog retailer shall be renewed by filing with the Board/Agency annually a renewal application and a license fee. The Board/ Agency shall consider income and volume related to dog breeding and retailing activities in setting the annual license fee. F. A license is not transferrable to another person or location. When there is transfer of ownership, management or operation of an enterprise, the new owner, manager or operator, whether an individual, firm, partnership, corporation or other legal entity, shall have [insert time period] from such sale/ transfer to secure a new license from the Board/ Agency to operate. G. A licensee may be put on probation requiring him or her to comply with the conditions set out in an order of probation issued by the Director, may be ordered to cease and desist due to a failure to comply, may be ordered to pay a civil penalty ii or may have his/her license suspended after: 1. The Director determines the licensee has not complied with the provisions in the Act or its regulations; and 2. The licensee is given written notice to comply and written notice of the right to a hearing to show cause why an order should not be issued or his/her license suspended; and 3. The Director finds that issuing an order or suspending the license is appropriate based on the hearing record or on the available information if the hearing is waived in writing by the licensee. H. A license may be revoked after: 1. The Director determines the licensee has committed serious, repeated, or multiple violations of any of the provisions in the Act or its regulations; 2. The licensee is given written notice to comply and written notice of the right to a hearing to show cause why the license should not be revoked; and 3. The Director finds that issuing an order revoking the license is appropriate based on the hearing record or on the available information if the hearing is waived in writing by the licensee. I. The facility or operation of any licensee that has been suspended shall close and remain closed until the license is reinstated. Any facility or operation for which the license has been revoked shall close and remain closed until a new license is issued. Any licensee whose license is revoked under the provisions of this Section shall not be eligible to apply for a new license until one (1) year has elapsed from the date of the order revoking the license or, if the revocation is appealed, one (1)
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year from the date of the order sustaining the revocation. Any person who has been an officer, agent or employee of a licensee whose license has been suspended or revoked, and who is responsible for or participated in the violation(s) upon which the suspension or revocation was based, shall not be licensed within the period during which the order of suspension or revocation is in effect. J. The Director may terminate proceedings undertaken pursuant to this section at any time if the reasons for such proceedings no longer exist. A license which has been suspended may be reinstated, a person with a revoked license may be issued a new license, or a licensee may no longer be subject to an order of probation if the Director determines the conditions which prompted the suspension, revocation, or probation no longer exist. K. A licensee shall have the right to appeal adverse decisions by the Director in accordance with the [insert state Administrative Procedure Act]. This model is published by the American Veterinary Medical Association. It is a sample only, and is not specific to the facts of particular applications. Mention of trade names, products, commercial practices or organizations does not imply endorsement by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Page 3 of 8 (April 9, 2010) L. Any hearings or other proceedings conducted pursuant to this section shall be conducted in accordance with the [insert state Administrative Procedure Act]. Section 5- Inspections A. The Board/Agency shall inspect all licensees at least once in a twelve (12)-month period to determine whether the licensee is in compliance with the Act, and may conduct additional inspections upon receipt of a complaint or its own motion to ensure compliance with the Act. When an inspection produces evidence of a violation of the Act or its regulations, a copy of a written report of the inspection, including alleged violations, prepared by the inspector, shall be provided to the applicant or licensee, together with written notice to comply within the time limit established by the Board/Agency. B. If deemed necessary under the Act or its regulations, the Board/Agency may, for purposes of inspection, enter the premises of any applicant or licensee during normal business hours and in a reasonable manner, including all premises in or upon which dogs are housed, sold, exchanged, or leased; or are suspected of being housed, sold, exchanged, or leased. An applicant or licensee shall, upon request by the Board/Agency, provide assistance in making any inspection authorized under the Act and its regulations. C. For purposes of this section, the private residence of any applicant or licensee shall be available for purposes of inspection only if dogs are housed in a primary enclosure as defined in 9 C.F.R. 1.1 within the residence, including a room in such residence, and only the portion of the residence that is used as a primary enclosure shall be open to an inspection pursuant to this section. D. The Board/Agency shall have authority to investigate violations of this Act and regulations, including CONTINUED ON PAGE 146
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failure to obtain a license as a high-volume dog breeder or high-volume dog retailer, as required under this Act. Section 6 - Standards A. The Board/Agency shall adopt regulations to carry out this Act no later than [insert time frame] from the date of enactment of the Act. iii B. Licensees shall ensure that appropriate preventive and therapeutic veterinary care is provided as part of a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. A dog shall not be bred if a veterinarian determines the dog is unfit for breeding purposes. Justification iv for a recommendation not to breed must be provided in the dog’s medical record. C. Each licensee/facility must have a written plan for disaster response and recovery, including but not limited to, structural damage, electrical outages and other critical system failures. Section 7 – Records A. Licensees shall maintain accurate records for at least five (5) years including: 1. The date on which a dog enters the facility or operation; 2. The person from whom each dog was purchased or obtained, including the name, address and phone number of such person, and license or registration number if applicable; 3. A description of each dog, including the color, breed, sex, date of birth (if not known, the approximate age) and weight; 4. Any tattoo, microchip, or other identification number carried by or appearing on the dog; 5. For breeding females: a. Breeding dates; b. Whelping dates; c. Number of puppies per litter; and d. Sire for each litter. 6. All preventive and therapeutic veterinary care provided for each dog; and 7. The disposition of each dog and the date. B. A copy of a dog’s record, as required in this section, shall be provided at the time of transfer of ownership. Registration of any tattoo, microchip, or other identification number shall also be transferred. This model is published by the American Veterinary Medical Association. It is a sample only, and is not specific to the facts of particular applications. Mention of trade names, products, commercial practices or organizations does not imply endorsement by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Page 4 of 8 (April 9, 2010) C. Licensees shall provide copies of records listed in this section to the Board/Agency as requested to enforce provisions of this Act and its regulations.
Section 8 – Enforcement and penalties A. In enforcing this Act, the Director may: 1. Issue an order of probation pursuant to Section 4; 2. Issue a cease and desist order pursuant to Section 4; 3. Suspend or revoke a license pursuant to Section 4; 4. Seek other injunctive relief as may be necessary to enforce the Act and its regulations, including impounding and seizing dogs where the Director determines there is a significant threat to the health or safety of the dogs harbored or owned by an applicant or licensee, and upon a hearing conducted in accordance with the [insert state Administrative Procedure Act]. Costs incurred for the care of animals impounded or seized under this Section shall be recoverable from the owner of the animal if he or she is found to have violated provisions of this Act pursuant to the hearing. 5. Impose a civil penalty of not more than $_____ for a violation of the Act. B. Each act committed against an individual animal in violation of the Act or its regulations, and each day during which a violation continues, shall constitute a separate offense for purposes of this section. C. A failure to obtain a license pursuant to this Act shall constitute a ______ misdemeanor. The attorney general may bring an action to collect unpaid license fees and/or unpaid civil penalties. D. It shall be a violation of the Act for any person to: 1. Deny access to any officer, agent, employee, or appointee of the Board/Agency or offer any resistance to, thwart, or hinder such persons by misrepresentation or concealment; 2. Interfere with, threaten, verbally or physically abuse, or harass any officer, agent, employee, or appointee of the Board/Agency in the course of carrying out his or her duties; 3. Fail to disclose all locations housing dogs owned or controlled by such person; 4. Violate an injunction order or order of compliance issued under this section; or 5. Fail to pay any administrative fine levied pursuant to this Act. E. Proceedings undertaken under this section shall not preclude the Board/Agency from seeking other civil or criminal actions. This section does not prohibit the Board/Agency from assisting a law enforcement agency in a criminal investigation. Nothing in this act shall be construed to prohibit prosecution under [state’s animal cruelty law]. Section 9 – Funding A. The Dog Welfare Fund (hereafter Fund) is established for the purpose of funding: 1. Inspection of licensees and applicants by the Board/ Agency under the Act; and 2. Enforcement by the Board/Agency of laws and regulations pertaining to high-volume dog breeders and high-volume dog retailers. B. The Fund shall be administered by the Board/Agency. The Fund consists of license fees collected from high-volume dog breeders and high-volume dog retailers and civil penalties collected under the Act. v C. Money in the Fund is continually appropriated to carry out the purposes of the fund. Money in the fund CONTINUED ON PAGE 148
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at the end of a state fiscal year does not revert to the state general fund.
Page 5 of 8 (April 9, 2010) MODEL REGULATIONS The following are regulations pertaining to the humane care and housing of dogs under the Act. Any high-volume dog breeder or high-volume dog retailer, in order to qualify for, retain, or renew a license under the Act, shall adhere to the following minimum standards of care. I. Definitions ______ a. Dog – means any member of Canis lupus familiaris.i b. High volume dog breeder – means any person who, during any calendar year, whelps more than six (6) litters of dogs. c. High volume dog retailer - means any person who, during any calendar year, sells, resells or transfers ownership of more than fifty (50) dogs, including sale, resale and transfer of dogs to pet stores, breeders, kennels and dealers, and sale, resale, and transfer that occur via the Internet. d. Infectious Disease – means any disease that may be contagious between dogs and/or humans, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic contagions. e. Licensed veterinarian – means an individual licensed as a veterinarian under [insert appropriate state law]. f. Positive Physical Contact –means petting, stroking, or other touching, which is beneficial to the wellbeing of the dog. g. Person – means any individual, corporation, company, partnership, shelter, pound, rescue, firm, estate, trust, or other legal entity. h. Primary Enclosure – any structure used to restrict a dog or dogs to a limited amount of space. This may include, but is not necessarily limited to, a room, pen, run, cage, compartment, or hutch. If a dog or dogs are housed on the premise of a house or building without restriction, than the premises shall also constitute a primary enclosure. i. Staff – means a person appropriately trained to perform the duties required. j. Whelping Box – means a primary enclosure provided to a bitch prior to parturition, designed so that a bitch may lie fully recumbent, stand, turn around, and have some freedom of posture and movement. The whelping box shall function to securely house the bitch and her litter, prevent dissipation of their body heat, and allow for daily positive physical contact with people. II. Housing _______ a. Housing – Shall provide for sanitary and safe housing for dogs, and shall provide adequate space appropriate to the age, size, weight, and breed of the dog, and that allows the dog to engage in normal body movements, including the ability to sit, stand
up, turn about freely, or lie fully recumbent in a natural position. The primary enclosure shall provide at least partial solid flooring. Nonsolid flooring must be safe for the breed, size, and age of the dog; be free from protruding sharp edges; and be designed to that the paw of the dog is unable to extend through or become caught in the flooring. b. Each dog, if housed in a primary enclosure, whether housed alone or with other compatible dogs, shall be provided a minimum amount of space, calculated as: i. Find the mathematical square of the sum of the length of the dog in inches as measured from the tip of the nose to the base of its tail, plus 6 inches. Divide this product by 144 to calculate the minimum required floor space, in square footage, that must be provided by a primary enclosure.vi ii. For nonbreeding dogs housed together, the primary enclosure shall provide 100 percent of the required space for each dog, if maintained separately. iii. Each bitch with nursing puppies must be provided with an additional amount of floor space, based on her breed and behavioral characteristics, and in accord with generally accepted husbandry practices as determined by the attending veterinarian. If the additional amount of floor space for each nursing puppy is less than five (5) percent of the minimum requirement for the bitch, such housing must be approved by the Board/Agency. iv. The interior height of a primary enclosure must be at least 6 inches higher than the head of the tallest dog in the enclosure when it is in a normal standing position. This model is published by the American Veterinary Medical Association. It is a sample only, and is not specific to the facts of particular applications. Mention of trade names, products, commercial practices or organizations does not imply endorsement by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Page 6 of 8 (April 9, 2010) v. Innovative primary enclosures not precisely meeting the floor area requirements provided in paragraphs b(i), b(ii), b(iii), and b(iv) of this section, but that provide the dogs with a sufficient volume of space and the behavioral needs stated in section IV may be used at an operation when approved by the Board/Agency. c. Shelter – Shall provide protection from harmful extremes of temperature, air movement, moisture, light and other climatic elements to ensure proper health and well-being of the dog. d. Storage Facilities – Shall be designed and maintained as to provide adequate storage to protect food, medicines, supplies, and bedding from deterioration, contamination, and vermin infestation. Any potentially toxic substance should be stored in a manner to avoid contamination and potential for harm to the dogs. e. Structure – Shall be structurally sound, in good repair, have no sharp edges or points that could injure the dog(s), and shall securely contain the dogs while precluding access by other animals. Structural surfaces should be sanitizable or replaceable. f. Waste Disposal – All excreta, feces, debris, and food wastes must be removed from enclosures, at least CONTINUED ON PAGE 152
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once daily, and from under primary enclosures as often as necessary, to prevent an excessive accumulation of feces and food waste, to prevent soiling of dogs contained in the enclosure, and to reduce disease hazards, insects, pests and odors. Premises must be kept free of accumulations of trash, junk, waste products, and discarded matter. Waste must be handled and disposed of in a manner that poses minimal hazards to dogs and personnel, and reduces the likelihood of contamination of the soil or ground water with chemicals and/or microorganisms. g. Cleaning and Sanitation – Hard surfaces with which the dogs come in contact must be spot-cleaned daily and sanitized at least once every 2 weeks and more often if necessary to prevent accumulation of dirt, debris, food waste, excreta, and other disease hazards. When steam or water is used to clean the primary enclosure, whether by hosing, flushing or other methods, dogs must be removed, unless the enclosure is large enough to ensure the dogs will not be harmed, wetted, or distressed in the process. Standing water must be removed from the primary enclosure and dogs in other primary enclosures must be protected from being contaminated with water and other wastes during cleaning. h. Lighting – The facility shall have sufficient lighting by natural and/or artificial means as to allow observation of the physical condition of the dogs being housed, and to permit inspection and cleaning of the facility. A diurnal lighting cycle should be provided. i. Environment – Dogs shall be protected from extreme temperatures so as to maintain their health and render their environment comfortable. When climatic conditions pose a threat to a dog’s health or wellbeing, taking into consideration such factors as the dog’s age, breed, overall health status and acclimation, appropriate measures must be taken to alleviate the impact of those conditions. Adequate ventilation shall be provided to minimize odors, drafts, ammonia levels, and to prevent the condensation of moisture. j. Pest Control – An effective program for the control of insects, external parasites affecting dogs, and birds and mammals that are pests, must be established and maintained so as to promote the health and well-being of the dogs and reduce contamination by pests in dog areas. k. Retreat Area – Dogs shall also be provided in their primary enclosure some form of a den, which shall comprise at least a solid floor and visual barrier, as to allow rest and retreat. l. Whelping box – All bitches with litters shall be provided an appropriate whelping box, which should provide means to contain the puppies during whelping, and provide some form of substrate, insulation or heat source so as to prevent dissipation of heat so that all puppies are able to maintain appropriate body temperature. If a heat source is provided, care must be taken to protect the bitch and puppies from thermal injury. III. Nutrition and Hydration ________ a. Adequate food – A dog shall be fed at least once daily, or as otherwise required on the advice of a veterinarian. The food should be free from contaminants and be of
sufficient nutritive value and quantity to maintain the normal condition and weight of the dog as germane to its age, sex, breed, and reproductive status. b. Potable water – Shall be provided at all times, unless otherwise directed by a veterinarian. This model is published by the American Veterinary Medical Association. It is a sample only, and is not specific to the facts of particular applications. Mention of trade names, products, commercial practices or organizations does not imply endorsement by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Page 7 of 8 (April 9, 2010) c. Food and water receptacles – Shall be readily accessible to all dogs and shall be located to minimize contamination and to protect them from precipitation. Any non-disposable receptacles shall be durable, cleaned daily, and sanitized at least once per week; disposable receptacles shall be replaced daily, and automatic feeders shall be cleaned and sanitized regularly to prevent the growth of mold and deterioration or caking of feed. Automatic watering devices shall be kept clean, be properly and regularly sanitized, and be tested daily to ensure they are functioning correctly. IV. Behavioral Requirements ______ a. General i. The following behavioral needs shall be met at least daily, except as stated otherwise. All persons should have a documented protocol regarding how to meet the following necessary behavioral needs, and sufficient facilities and/ or staff to meet them. ii. The goal shall be to allow dogs the opportunity to partake in species-specific behaviors. Dogs shall not be housed for extended periods of time in a manner devoid of any enrichment and/or activity and/or social contact. b. Conspecific socialization – Dogs shall be provided with full-body physical contact with other compatible dogs daily, except as necessary for reasons such as veterinary treatment or quarantine, or prior to parturition for a bitch. Prior to weaning, a bitch and her litter shall fulfill all conspecific socialization needs among the group. c. Human socialization – Dogs shall be provided with daily positive human contact and socialization. Contact during feeding time alone is not sufficient to meet this requirement. d. Enrichment i. Dogs shall be provided in their primary enclosure some form of effective inanimate enrichment. For example, an object that allows the dogs to chew or to play. ii. Every effort should be made to provide dogs that are housed singly with visual enrichment, such as visual contact with conspecifics or humans, except as necessary for veterinary care, quarantine, or prior to parturition for a bitch. e. Locomotion i. Persons shall ensure that each dog that is weaned has access to “locomotory activity”; this activity should allow for an animal to move sufficiently to develop and/or maintain normal muscle tone and mass as pertinent for the age, breed, sex and reproductive status of the dog. Provisions for locomotory activity should also allow the dog an opportunity to achieve a running stride. ii. The provided area for locomotion should be separate from the primary enclosure if the primary enclosure does not allow for fulfillment of adequate locomotion enrichment and social activities. The area must be kept clean, free of infestation by CONTINUED ON PAGE 154
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pests or vermin, and prevent escape of the dogs. iii. Forced activity, other than for veterinary treatment, is neither sufficient nor appropriate for fulfilling these needs. Physical activity that is repetitive, restrictive of other activities, solitary, and not goal- oriented is neither sufficient nor appropriate for fulfilling all activity needs. V. Grouping _______ a. Dogs having locomotory activity in groups and/or social interaction must be compatible and free of infectious disease. b. Females in heat shall not be housed in the same primary enclosure with males, except for breeding purposes. c. Any dog exhibiting a vicious or aggressive behavior shall be housed separately, as needed to prevent injury to other dogs. As with quarantine, separation of dogs due to aggression should be accompanied by a program to resolve the underlying causes of this disorder. d. Puppies four months of age or younger shall not be housed together in the same primary enclosure with adult dogs other than their dam or foster dam. e. Isolation of any dog with an infectious disease or condition – If a dog is infected with a contagious disease or condition as determined by a licensed veterinarian, one must house the dog separately from healthy animals, and shall handle the dog in a manner that will minimize the likelihood of contagion. Handlers must wash their hands before and after handling each infected or contagious dog. This model is published by the American Veterinary Medical Association. It is a sample only, and is not specific to the facts of particular applications. Mention of trade names, products, commercial practices or organizations does not imply endorsement by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Page 8 of 8 (April 9, 2010) VI. Staff ______ a. An adequate number of trained staff must be provided to ensure appropriate upkeep of the facility and that all minimum care requirements for the dogs can be met. b. The licensee shall not hire individuals who have pled no contest or have been found to have violated any Federal, State or local laws or regulations pertaining to animal cruelty within one (1) year of application for employment, or more than one (1) year if the Board/Agency determines the circumstances render the applicant unfit for employment. c. The licensee shall report to the Board/Agency any no contest pleas or convictions pertaining to animal cruelty involving any of his/her employees that occur during the time they are employed by licensee. VII. HandlingHandling of all dogs should be done as carefully as possible in a manner that does not cause trauma, overheating, excessive cooling, behavioral stress, physical harm or unnecessary discomfort. VIII. Health and Veterinary Care All persons shall a. Ensure that necessary routine and preventive veterinary care is provided under the direction of a licensed veterinarian, and maintain a written health care management protocol addressing routine veterinary care. At a minimum, regular preventive care should include 154 Dog News
examination at least once yearly by a licensed veterinarian for breeding dogs. b. Assess each dog’s health and welfare daily; this should include observation of body condition (e.g., appropriate weight, skin/coat/nail condition), behavior, and whether the dog is eating, drinking, urinating, and defecating normally. c. Provide prompt treatment of illness or injury under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. d. Maintain records of any veterinary care, including records of regular preventive veterinary care. e. Ensure that humane euthanasia is performed when necessary and only by a licensed veterinarian, or other certified personnel pursuant to state regulations, using methods cited in the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Guidelines on Euthanasia vii and in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. f. Upon written approval by a licensed veterinarian or the Board/Agency, any dog may be exempted from any of the standards of care mentioned in sections II - V. A reasonable expiration date must be provided for such exemptions at which time the exemption shall be reevaluated to determine whether it is still appropriate. g. All veterinary care provided pursuant to the requirements in this Act shall be provided within a veterinarian-client-patient relationship, and in accord with the state veterinary practice act, with provisions for both routine and emergency care. i The American Veterinary Medical Association does not support the keeping of canine (wolf) hybrids as pets (see policy at http://www.avma.org/issues/policy/canine_hybrids.asp) and, therefore, has not included them within this model. Those using the model may wish to consider whether the incorporation of canine (wolf) hybrids is appropriate for their application. ii Egregious offenses may also be prosecutable under anti-cruelty statutes, which may provide for civil and/or criminal penalties. iii The Board/Agency may adopt the standards set out in the model regulations accompanying this model bill, or use as a guideline for the humane handling, care, treatment, and transportation of dogs the standards of Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service of the United States Department of Agriculture as set out in 9 CFR 3.1 et seq. iv Valid justifications for a recommendation not to breed may include concerns about physical and/or behavioral health, the perpetuation of genetic defects, and frequency. v To avoid setting licensing fees prohibitively high, monies in addition to those generated from licensing fees and civil penalties may need to be appropriated for effective implementation of the Act. vi Animal Welfare Act. 7 USC 2131. 1985. 9 CFR 3.1 et seq, vii Available at http://www.avma.org/issues/animal_welfare/ euthanasia.pdf.
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