May 2020

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PATRON:

Her Excellency General The Honourable Margaret Beazley AO QC, Governor of New South Wales

Chairman's Report

Greetings to all in your lockdowns! Unfortunately with the current pandemic situation and with restrictions changing so rapidly, any advice and warnings that I can give a month ahead of time, can be very old by the time this report is printed.

However, to the COVID 19 situation. Most states have agreed to cancelling all shows to the end of June at this time. Any reassessment would need to be made at least a month ahead of this time. With the pandemic, Australia is travelling very well. There is a definite flattening of the curve, however we need to reach a period of time where there are no new cases for 2 weeks before we can say we are through the worst of it.

The ANKC Health & Well Being Committee has written a segment on advice to breeders as to how to handle puppy viewings and sales which is on the ANKC website. With the restrictions on travel and only for essential business, it becomes quite difficult to sell puppies and comply with the necessary requirements. All the advice that we can give is how to limit your exposure to the virus when people come to view puppies.

Transporting puppies both inter and intrastate can be a problem as are limited flights between states. I would think carefully about breeding during this time. Hopefully once the restrictions are loosened, life will start getting easier.

So, stay safe, keep up the social distancing as that we can get out of this all the sooner.

Karen

Dr Karen Hedberg BVSc, Chairman, DOGS NSW

Chairman

Dr Karen Hedberg BVSc

Senior Deputy Chairman

Mrs Lynette Brown

Deputy Chairman

Mr Myron Arthur

Deputy Chairman

Mr John Sheppard

Deputy Chairman

Mrs Lyn Brand Directors

Mr Russell Britten, Mr Peter Cutler, Miss Vicki Etherington OAM, Mr Robert Harbin, Mrs Nancy Keck, Mr Allen Lee, Mr Edward Pickering, Mrs Christina Rafton, Miss Jan Seary, Mr Guy Spagnolo.

DOGS NSW Member Services

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Barbara Killworth

Editor's message

To help a little, during these times of self-isolation, what better way than to curl up at home with a good book. We have a number of book giveaways in this edition, which include 5 copies of the new release, ‘Good Dog’ by Kate Leaver, featured on page 27, as well as 5 copies of ‘Older Dog? No Worries!’ by Sian Ryan, which appears on page 19.

‘Good Dog’ is about the power of canine friendship, in particular the profoundly healing role that dogs can play in our lives. The book focuses on ten powerful, heart-warming and personal stories of dogs and their owners. For those with older dogs, you may find ‘Older Dog? No Worries!’ a great read, as it offers advice and ideas for mental, physical and emotional support, as your dog ages and his needs change. This book aids in maximising the quality of life for your older dog.

Due to the cancellation of shows you will note there is no gazette in this edition, however, there are a number of important notices, commencing on page 15, which include information about Further Cancellations of All DOGS NSW Events and Closure of Grounds until Tuesday, 30 June 2020 inclusive; Refund of Fees due to Show Cancellations; Changes to Office Hours; Nominations for the RNSWCC Elections plus ANKC Advice to breeders.

For those suffering from Show withdrawals, we have featured a few of the last main shows which just managed to go ahead before the COVID-19 restrictions were enforced: DOGS NSW Complex Fundraising AM and PM Shows - 29 February and The Children’s Cancer Charity Shows – 14/15 March. Coverage of these shows commences on page 9.

We also have a number of news articles and features, including the University of Sydney’s research study on the ‘Cone of Shame,’ a Greyhound Rescue story on adoption and an interesting article from the University of Melbourne’s study into “Why small dogs live longer than large dogs?’

I’m sure many of our DOGS NSW breeders have heaps of valuable advice to give to their new puppy owners, however, we also have a small amount of advice from Dr Karen Hedberg BVSc, which you may also want to pass on to your new puppy owners. Dr Hedberg’s article is an extract from her book ‘The Dog Owner’s Manual,’ which appears on page 25.

Our spotlight feature for May is the Schipperke, a robust hardy breed that is full of energy and intensely alert. The Schipperke is incredibly versatile and social. Due to its intelligence and high energy, it is well suited to a number of sports, in particular, agility and it has an affinity with not only horses, but also loves children. The breed spotlight commences on page 20.

Winners of the March ‘Safe 4’ competition, were Judy Van Der Vegt and Glennys Moore.

Winners of the ‘Miracle Mutts’ competition were Diane Richmond, Sandy O’Neill, Louise Noyes, Jacqueline Jarvisto, Michelle Oldfield.

Kerry Kerry Christofi DOGS NSW Editor

25 & 50 year Memberships

Congratulations to those members listed below who have reached their 50 and 25 year membership status. We would like to acknowledge these members and thank them for their continuing support of our organisation.

If your membership has reached 25 or 50 years, or you would just like to check your membership’s longevity, please call DOGS NSW on 9834 3022 or email: info@dogsnsw.org.au

25 Year members

• 1987 Mr Gary Boardman

• 1995 Mr Heath Ingram

DOGS NSW

Media Kit

Advertising Manager

Why do small dogs live longer than big dogs?

Solving the puzzle of canine lifespans

You don’t necessarily need a working knowledge of evolutionary theory to know that in the animal kingdom, larger beasts tend to live longer than smaller ones. An elephant lives longer than a mouse; a cat lives longer than a goldfish. Even among small animals, birds, for instance, the observation rings true; large birds tend to have longer lifespans than smaller ones. A cockatoo can live up to 80 years, while sparrows generally live for about three.

But dogs are different. The larger the dog, the shorter their life expectancy. A large dog, like a Saint Bernard, will have a lifespan of between five to eight years, while smaller breeds can generally live as long as 12 to 15 years.

Why dogs buck the trend “creates a puzzle”, says evolutionary biologist Professor Mark Elgar of the University of Melbourne’s School of Biosciences. “There’s a body of robust theory in evolutionary biology, what we call ‘life history theory,’ about the way animals allocate their resources to different functions,” he says.

“The bottom line is, there is no free lunch. “Larger animals, like an elephant, live longer but reproduce more slowly –every three to four years. “A mouse, however, reproduces every few months. They live fast but die young. This is the way evolution juggles with the way we reproduce.”

Professor Elgar says the answer to the puzzle of canine lifespans can be found in data that charts “the schedule” of a species’ rate of ageing. This reflects the relationship between the age of an individual and how susceptible it is to dying. So while larger species typically live longer than smaller species, within a species smaller individuals could outlive larger individuals. And this is particularly important when it come to dogs.

A millennia of domestication and breeding means that dog breeds can vary in body size by up to 50 times. Professor Elgar says that the research comparing size and age-related mortality in dogs shows that larger dogs die younger because they age significantly faster than smaller dogs.

A large study of 74 dog breeds in North America concluded “the driving force behind the trade-off between size and lifespan is apparently a strong positive relationship between size and ageing rate. “We conclude that large dogs die young mainly because they age quickly.”

Professor Elgar says that a larger dog, because of its size, may put more strain on its physiological processes, meaning they tend to wear out more quickly.

“Modern cars generally work well for eight or nine years, and then wear and tear sets in and they start falling apart. “The speed with which they deteriorate varies between manufacturers. It’s the same with dogs.” Dog morbidity rate is also affected, as it is for humans, by lifestyle. Just as young men aged 18 to 25 are more likely to die by misadventure, a working dog, like a kelpie or sheepdog, is more likely to die in an accident than a schnoodle, whose only occupation is to look cute in its favourite chair.

Professor Elgar says the rule of thumb is that “the average lifespan for quite large dogs is about seven years, and 14 years for smaller dogs”. On the plus side, being a big dog has its benefits. Ask any owner of a Great Dane and they’ll probably tell you that it is actually Fido who owns the couch.

This article was originally published on the University of Melbourne’s Pursuit website.

Source:

https://thenewdaily.com.au/life/science/2020/03/15/small-dogs-live-longer/

The Cone of Shame makes pet miserable

New research says alternatives to Elizabethan collars should be explored

Dog and cat owners already know their companion animals seem to loathe the ‘cone of shame’ they are required to wear after surgery, or when they have a sore or itchy spot, but very little research has been done to assess the cone’s impact on animal welfare.

Now a study by researchers in the Sydney School of Veterinary Science at the University of Sydney has found the cone, or the ‘Elizabethan collar’ as it’s known in vet circles, does indeed impact on an animal’s quality of life – owners, too.

The study, undertaken by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine student, Yustina Shenoda and supervisors in the Sydney School of Veterinary Science, and published in the journal Animals, surveyed owners about the collar’s impact on their pet’s sleep, eating, drinking, exercise, interactions with other animals and overall quality of life.

Owners reported the collar interferes with drinking and playing and can cause injuries or irritation to the animal. It can also cause injuries to their owners and damage to property.

“Elizabethan collars are used to prevent self-trauma, especially after surgery, so they do play an important role,” said study supervisor Dr Anne Fawcett. “But we also learned that some animals suffer from misadventure, injury or irritation due to the collars themselves. Other casualties included furniture, buildings and the legs of owners when Elizabethancollar wearing owners ran into them.”

Cone of Shame problems

A global online survey, aimed at owners whose pets wore an Elizabethan collar during the past 12 months, was used to investigate the impact that these collars had on their animal’s quality of life. Most of the respondents were from Australia, with others coming from the UK, USA, New Zealand, South Africa, Ireland and Sweden.

The majority of the 434 respondents reported a worse quality of life score when their companion animal was wearing the collar, significantly so when the Elizabethan collar irritated their pet or impacted on their ability to drink or play. Many owners were reluctant to keep the collar on due to changes in the animal’s behaviour or mental health.

Problems for cats and dogs wearing the collars include:

• Difficulty drinking (60.2 percent)

• Inability to play (67.5 percent)

• Collar-related injuries, including itching/irritation, bumping into walls, falling downstairs and psychological distress (25 percent)

• Other problems, including difficulty toileting, grooming, being fitted for a harness or lead, getting through dog or cat door, sleeping in a crate, navigating indoors “without smashing into doorways, tables or chairs” (10 percent)

“Our study found that Elizabethan collars had the potential to cause distress in animals, which in turn caused distress to owners,” Dr Fawcett said. “Some animals found ingenious ways to remove the collars themselves, for example running under furniture at speed, but damaged or poorly fitted Elizabethan collars could increase the risk of injury to animals.”

Recommendations

The study recommends exploring alternative methods to Elizabethan collars to minimise negative welfare impacts including self-trauma, injury or misadventure, such as:

• Inflatable collars, neck restraints, visors, muzzles, socks or booties, body wraps or clothing.

• Anti-itching medication, pain killers, topical anaesthetics or sedatives.

“We also recommend that members of veterinary teams advise pet owners about the potential negative effects of the collar, including the potential for discomfort or injury,” said Yustina Shenoda. “At a minimum we recommend giving owners tips around assisting their animals with drinking and eating, and encouraging owners to monitor their pets when wearing them. This advice could be provided verbally or through a brochure that clients can take home.”

DOGS NSW Complex Fundraising Committee Shows 29 February 2020

The DOGS NSW Complex Fundraising Committee runs two shows every year in February and the profit normally goes towards improving the grounds at Orchard Hills. Unfortunately, these shows had to be postponed and were rescheduled to run a couple of weeks later, giving DOGS NSW an opportunity to support the Bushfire Relief Fund.

With the support of the Judges, Stewards, Office Staff, Sponsors and Exhibitors, we raised over $10,000.00, which was a great effort by all.

General Specials at the AM Show was judged by Mrs D Harbin (NSW).

Best in Show was B & M Hanley’s Cocker Spaniel (American) CH Sinderby Black or White (AI). Runner up to Best in Show was E Graham’s Dachshund (Long Haired) CH Dachyclan Tryone of Bridee.

General Specials at the PM Show was judged by Mr J Sheppard (NSW). Best in Show was awarded to E Graham’s Dachshund (Long Haired) CH Dachyclan Tyrone of Bridee. Runner up to Best In Show was P Middleton & J Salvestrin’s Golden Retriever CH Fantango Poker Face.

Junior Handler Winners were: 7 to under 10 years: Ruby Lewis 10 to under 13 years: Mia Lewis 13 to under 19 years: Taylah Rattray

Finally, thank you once again to all the exhibitors and sponsors for all your support, in particular to Royal Canin.

WORDS: Marilyn Parker

PHOTOGRAPHY: Ffire Photography

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AM SHOW WINNER

Judge: Mrs D Harbin (NSW)

BEST IN SHOW WINNER (above)

Cocker Spaniel (American)

CH Sinderby Black or White (AI)

B & M Hanley

PM SHOW WINNER

Judge: Mr J Sheppard (NSW)

BEST IN SHOW WINNER (left)

Dachshund (Long Haired)

CH Dachyclan Tyrone of Bridee

E Graham

DOGS

Puppy

The Children’s Cancer Charity Dog Club Shows 14/15 March 2020

The Children’s Cancer Charity Dog Club held two shows on Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 March 2020. These Shows are held each year to raise funds for Children’s Cancer Research, the Humour Foundation (Clown Doctors), Canteen and Rainbow of Southern Highlands.

Thanks to the Exhibitors, Judges, Stewards and donors this year we raised in excess of $4,950.00. To date, grants totalling $250,00.00 have been made to Children’s Cancer Research.

General Specials Saturday AM Show were judged by Mrs C Redhead (SA) .

Best in Show was S & S Lewis’ Australian Kelpie Tegoura Don’t Funk Withmy Heart (pictured below left). Runner Up in Show was B Merchant’s Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog Ambajaye Fire Tail On Ice.

On Sunday General Specials were judged by Mr R Redhead (SA).

Best in Show was Rule-Steele/Burton/Taylor/Turay’s Siberian Husky SUP.CH. Taejaan American Hustle (below right). Runner Up in Show was Peterson/Karras/Moore/Reid’s Australian Shepherd AM.CH. SUP.CH. Regal Reign Hightide Hit The Jackpot (Imp USA).

Junior Handler winners for Saturday Junior Handler winners for Sunda y

7 to under 10 years: Jessica Laws

7 to under 10 years: Gabrielle Tinker 10 to under 13 years: Mia Lewis 10 to under 13 years: Jordan Long 13 to under 19 years: Kaitlyn Miletic 13 to under 19 years: Kaitlyn Miletic

Christine Mann

Canine Candids

Important Messages to All DOGS NSW Members

Further Cancellation of All DOGS NSW Events and Closure of Grounds until Tuesday, 30 June 2020 inclusive

Although the number of new COVID-19 cases in New South Wales continues to stabilise and even decline, it is important for everyone to continue to practise social distancing, self-isolation and maintain good hygiene practices until the NSW Government advises that the social distancing policy has been lifted.

In accordance with the previous decision of the DOGS NSW Board of Directors, the cancellation of all DOGS NSW approved events as a result of COVID-19 has been reviewed.

Following that review, the Board of Directors has determined that all DOGS NSW approved events be cancelled until Tuesday 30 June 2020, inclusive, except in the case where the NSW Government rescinds the social distancing policy to the extent that events may resume prior to that date. In this eventuation, DOGS NSW will endeavour to assist all Affiliates to assume normal activities as soon as possible. In some instances, this may involve giving Affiliates exemption, to some regulations, in order to expedite normal activities.

Subsequently, and as DOGS NSW will not be producing a May Gazette, as the production of the Gazette has been suspended until further notice; for those Affiliates who have paid for an Advertisement for the May Gazette, the Office will contact you to arrange a credit for both the Advertisement fee and the Draft Schedule fee.

For Affiliates who have paid for their Advertisement and Draft Schedules and their Advertisement has been published in a previous Gazette but their event has been cancelled, the Office will contact you shortly to discuss a 50% discount on your next Advertisement.

Affiliates are still required to continue to submit Draft Schedules for their future events, however, the Office will not take payment or process those Draft Schedules until the social distancing policy is rescinded.

Affiliates who opt to cancel events outside of this period MUST advise DOGS NSW in the first instance.

• CANCELLATION OF ALL DOGS NSW EVENTS AND CLOSURE OF GROUNDS UNTIL TUESDAY 30 JUNE 2020 INCLUSIVE.

• MAY GAZETTE CANCELLED - CREDITS APPLY FOR NEXT LODGED DRAFT SCHEDULE.

• GAZETTE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

• AFFILIATES TO CONTINUE TO SUBMIT DRAFT SCHEDULES FOR EVENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS OUTSIDE OF 30 JUNE 2020.

• DOGS NSW MUST BE ADVISED OF AFFILIATES VOLUNTARY EVENT CANCELLATION

Refund of Fees for Show Cancellations due to COVID-19

Upon provision of proof of the entry fees being refunded to exhibitors for cancelled show/s, DOGS NSW will issue a credit for half the costs of the Draft Schedule fees.

Regrettably, this amount of credit is due to the cost of the printing and postage of the advertising in the Journal, and also wages paid to staff for the work involved in processing the Draft Schedules, having already been incurred and paid by DOGS NSW.

Other Points to Note

No refunds of Show entry fees for cancelled shows will be given in accordance with previous advice received from NSW Office of Fair Trading.

There have been reports of people being disrespectful to Show Managers, in regards to no refunds for cancelled shows due to COVID-19. This is not acceptable.

Camping bookings have been refunded, however, other bookings for grounds or rooms paid by cheque or bank deposits, can be used as credit towards a future booking.

New Office Hours due to COVID-19

Office hours are 9:30am to 4.00pm. The Office remains closed to members and the public. This includes the collection of completed applications from the office. Members may deposit paperwork in the after-hours box at the front door. Due to the restrictions in place relating to the control of Covid-19 and to best protect the welfare of our staff, the Board has taken the action to reduce the staff on the DOGS NSW grounds. The office staff will now be primarily working from home. Please be patient during this time as productivity is reduced with limited resources.

With limited staff to answer the phone, if you have any queries, the best method of contact with the office is by email so that it can then be directed to the relevant staff member to respond. Please email info@dogsnsw.org.au

APPLICATION PROCESSING

It is expected that the current turnaround times will be able to be maintained. Members are encouraged to lodge applications via email where possible. Both for safety and speed of delivery. The email address is info@dogsnsw.org.au

As the office is closed to members, the pick up facility is no longer available, and all items will be sent via Australia Post.

DOGS NSW GROUNDS

The grounds remain closed to members including exercising their dogs.

Royal New South Wales Canine Council Limited (RNSWCC Ltd)

ACN 062 962 118

Trading as DOGS NSW

TIMETABLE - NOMINATION FOR ELECTIONS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2020

At the 2020 Annual General Meeting of RNSWCC Ltd, five (5) members of the Board of Directors will retire by rotation pursuant to the provisions of the Constitution of RNSWCC Ltd. Accordingly, the Board has resolved to call for nominations to fill the said vacancies.

The successful nominees shall each be elected for a term commencing at the conclusion of the 2020 Annual General Meeting of RNSWCC Ltd and expiring at the conclusion of the first Annual General Meeting held more than 30 months thereafter.

These five (5) positions are to be elected from the following Regions:-

Two (2) representatives from the Metropolitan Region

One (1) representative from the Hunter Region

One (1) representative from the Illawarra & South Eastern Region

One (1) representative from the Western Region

Retiring Directors are eligible to nominate for these positions provided that they continue to comply with the requirements set out in the following paragraph.

Members seeking election will be required to reside in the Region for which they seek to represent and will also be required to be full financial members of RNSWCC Ltd. It will be necessary to be nominated by two (2) full financial members of RNSWCC Ltd who also must reside in the same Region.

Nomination forms are available from RNSWCC Ltd, PO Box 632 St Marys NSW 1790, or secretary@dogsnsw.org.au

Nominations must be lodged with the Secretary of RNSWCC Ltd at the Company’s registered office, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills, on or before 3.00pm Friday 5 June 2020. Nominations may be posted to reach the Company’s registered office on or before the closing time.

Nominations must include the full name, address and telephone numbers (both home and business) of the nominee and accompanied by a resume and photograph as described on the RNSWCC Ltd official nomination form.

Each full financial member of RNSWCC Ltd will be eligible to vote for the candidate/s in the Region in which they reside.

Please Note: Associate, Junior Members and Affiliates of RNSWCC Ltd are not entitled to vote.

Members seeking election should also note that the Board of Directors meets at The Bill Spilstead Complex for Canine Affairs, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Each meeting commences at 2.00pm and generally concludes at 6.30pm.

NOMINEES RESUMES and photographs (if submitted) will be published in the Dogs NSW July 2020 Magazine.

BALLOT PAPERS will be inserted in the July 2020 Magazine and voting will close at 12 noon on Friday 7 August 2020 (with the count on Saturday 8 August 2020 at Orchard Hills).

In 2020, four (4) Members will be elected to the Obedience & Tracking Committee for the period commencing at the November 2020 Meeting of the Committee:

• Four (4) Members elected for a three (3) year period.

All NSW Obedience, Tracking and Specialist Clubs currently offering training in Obedience and or Tracking are, therefore, invited to nominate Members who are full financial members of RNSWCC Ltd (ie, not an Associate or Junior Member), a resident of New South Wales and over 18 years old to serve on the Committee.

Nomination forms are available from RNSWCC Ltd, PO Box 632 St Marys NSW 1790 or secretary@dogsnsw.org.au

Nominations must be lodged with the Secretary of the RNSWCC Ltd at the Company’s registered office, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills, on or before 3.00pm Friday 5 June 2020. Nominations may be posted to reach the Company’s registered office on or before the closing time.

Nominations must include the full name, address and telephone numbers (both home and business) of the nominee and accompanied by a resume and photograph as described on the RNSWCC Ltd official nomination form.

Members seeking election should also note that the Obedience & Tracking Committee meets at The Bill Spilstead Complex for Canine Affairs, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills, on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Each meeting commences at 6.00pm and generally concludes at 7.30pm.

NOMINEES RESUMES and photographs (if submitted) will be published in the Dogs NSW July 2020 Magazine.

BALLOT PAPERS will be published in the July 2020 Gazette and voting will close at 12 noon on Friday 7 August 2020 (with the count on Saturday 8 August 2020 at Orchard Hills).

Please Note:

1. Associate, Junior Members and Affiliates of RNSWCC Ltd are not entitled to vote.

2. The Obedience & Tracking Committee Chairperson will be appointed, from within the elected Committee, by the Board of Directors at its November meeting.

AGILITY COMMITTEE 2020

In 2020, two (2) Members will be elected to the Agility Committee for a term commencing at the November 2020 Meeting of the Committee:

• Five (5) Members elected as follows:

Three (3) Members for three (3) years

Two (2) Members for one (1) year

All NSW Clubs currently conducting Agility Trials are therefore invited to nominate Members who are full financial members of RNSWCC Ltd (ie, not an Associate or Junior Member), a resident of New South Wales and over 18 years old to serve on the Committee.

Nomination forms are available from RNSWCC Ltd, PO Box 632 St Marys NSW 1790 or secretary@dogsnsw.org.au.

Nominations must be lodged with the Secretary of the RNSWCC Ltd at the Company’s registered office, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills, on or before 3.00pm Friday 5 June 2020. Nominations may be posted to reach the Company’s registered office on or before the closing time.

Nominations must include the full name, address and telephone numbers (both home and business) of the nominee and accompanied by a resume and photograph as described on the RNSWCC Ltd official nomination form.

Members seeking election should also note that the Agility Committee meets at Castle Hill Dog Training Club, on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Each meeting commences at 7.00pm and generally concludes at 9.30pm.

NOMINEES RESUMES and photographs (if submitted) will be published in the Dogs NSW July 2020 Magazine.

BALLOT PAPERS will be published in the July 2020 Gazette and voting will close at 12 noon on Friday 7 August 2020 (with the count on Saturday 8 August 2020 at Orchard Hills).

Please Note:

1. Associate, Junior Members and Affiliates of RNSWCC Ltd are not entitled to vote.

2. The Agility Committee Chairperson will be appointed, from within the elected Committee, by the Board of Directors

ANKC Health & Well Being Committee COVID 19 advice to breeders

Realising that bitches were mated or whelped prior to the introduction of travel and social distancing restrictions, the CHWC hopes that the following advice will help in the process of transferring puppies to their new owners.

In addition the ANKC has received many inquiries in regard to continuation of breeding during this time of Government limitations, this of course is a personal choice but the ANKC recommends that before you mate a bitch, you give serious consideration to difficulties that may be encountered in relocating puppies to their new homes, transporting puppies both inter and intrastate can be a problem as are limited flights between states.

COVID 19 – the basics

COVID 19 is one of a large group of Corona viruses that affect many species. These viruses, like most, are generally species specific and rarely transfer to or affect any other species.

Both dogs and cats have corona viruses, but these are genetically very far removed from COVID 19. There has been no recorded transfer of dog and cat Corona viruses to humans and vice versa.

Socialising during the COVID 19 pandemic

Because of the limited movement and social distancing of people during the COVID 19 lockdown, breeders will have to be more inventive with their puppy socialisation, particularly if there are no children around.

Lots of play activity, try having different outfits, hats, noises, toys; most of which are usually done anyway. Take a few puppies out at a time in a trolley or pram to walk around the park or the block to see different places, people running past etc.

Do more one on one handling, particularly in those breeds that really need the individualisation (GSD, Rottweiler, etc). Stress to new owners that they will need to keep up this socialisation after they leave your care.

Placing a Puppy during COVID 19 – Safety Advice

1. Do most of your normal checks, talking to prospective owners by phone, email, Facebook etc, ahead of time. Send photos, videos of the puppies, how they are being kept and raised, shots of the parents etc.

2. Check the credentials of the new owners, safe yards and fencing, members of the family, young children etc. Give copies of the relevant health certificates to people you expect to take a puppy. Have your puppy pack ready with dietary advice, spare puppy food, vaccination certificates etc, all ready to go before people arrive to see the puppy (or puppies).

3. Explain to prospective owners ahead of time what to expect. Ask whether anyone has had contact with anyone with COVID 19 or whether they have a cold or flu. Ask that older and/or compromised people and young children do not come to view the puppies. Only allow 1-2 people to come at any one time. Have everyone use a hand sanitizer or soap and water before handling the puppies.

4. Put the puppies to be viewed in a playpen, preferably outside, where the puppies can be placed into before the people arrive. Limit the number of puppies brought out. Prospective owners can then handle the puppies without direct contact with you. Any puppies not going can be wiped over with disinfectant (or washed) after the other puppy has gone.

5. Have all the paperwork ready, if anything needs signing, use a pen that they can then keep or you wipe it down with disinfectant/hand sanitizer. Keep the time spent with prospective owners to a minimum. Wash your hands and all open surfaces around the puppy area after the people leave.

6. With the restrictions on travel and only for essential business, it becomes quite difficult to sell puppies and comply with the necessary requirements. All the advice that we can give is how to limit your exposure to the virus when people come to view puppies.

[Note: It has been brought to our attention that in some jurisdictions people visiting your home, to pick up a puppy may be considered to be non-essential and therefore a finable offence, please check you State or Territory COVID 19 Regulations before arranging for puppies to be viewed or picked up.]

Dr. Karen Hedberg BV.Sc Chairperson

ANKC Ltd Health and Wellbeing Committee

One of five copies of Older Dog? No Worries! by Sian Ryan Win!

Maintaining physical, mental and emotional wellbeing in your golden oldie.

Everything you need to know to maximise the quality of life for your older dog.

Offering advice and ideas for mental, physical, and emotional support as your dog ages and his needs change, including the latest research, and designed to help you create a bespoke care plan for your dog.

There are beautiful photographs to illustrate the advice given, games coupled with the latest research to limit canine cognitive decline. The book translates the latest research into practical suggestions for maximum well-being as well as practical and compassionate advice about dealing with the end of life.

There are also ideas for easy adaptations, to suit your dog’s physical capabilities, plus ways to stimulate all your dog’s senses with fun games and new skills along with clear explanations for training games and activities. In addition there is also support for maintaining your dog’s emotional resilience.

Author, Sian Ryan is an MSc-qualified dog trainer and expert, whose aim is to maximise quality of life for all dogs by by developing interactions which enable dogs and owners to make the most of their unique relationship.

Puppy

April’s puppy competition winner is Lynda Mae Schorer’s Australian Cattle Dog puppy, ‘Archie,’ who has won a year’s membership with DOGS NSW, ROYAL CANIN® products plus Oakwood puppy products.

Your puppy’s favourite sleeping place: On my feet or down the side of the couch.

Your puppy’s favourite trick: High tens (only on the grass, otherwise he slides backwards).

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Schipperke

History

Schipperkes have been around for a very long time. Relics in Belgium dating back to the 14th Century depict a sheepdog with a similar look to the Schipperke. The Schipperke was taken into the house when peasants were not allowed to have anything other than a working dog, however, like most small dogs, they excelled at ratting and guarding.

Throughout history, bakers, barge operators, shopkeepers, farmers and peddlers used the Schipperke to chase and kill rats and mice on their premises, as well as guarding against intruders.

Today many kennels are successfully breeding Schipperkes as pets as well as for showing and the sports of Agility and Obedience. The breed is assured a healthy future with breeders found in most states.

Appearance

The Schipperke makes a striking first impression. A small, compact dog, it’s broad across the shoulders with narrow hips, creating a unique outline.

The Schipperke’s coat is usually jet black, but can be cream or other whole colours. It has an alert, sharp, foxy expression which takes in the whole head including eye shape and ear placement.

Characteristics

The Schipperke is full of energy, intensely alert and lively. Schipperkes actually hunt like cats, so they don’t take off with amazing speed, but with stealth. Whether the Schipperke is inside or out, it has a harsh, short top coat, that repels water, with a soft undercoat of Spitz breeds. A good shake will see it nearly dry after a soaking.

The Schipperke also has a cape of longer hair to frame its head and neck, falling to the shoulders and down under its chest and culottes, covering the sturdy back legs. A brush weekly, or every second day when shedding which is seasonal usually twice a year, is all that is needed to keep its coat in top condition.

Health

Schipperkes are robust, hardy dogs with few health problems or conditions and are known to live well beyond their teen years.

Epilepsy is occasionally found in a small percentage of Schipperkes, however, appears to not be a problem in Australia at the present time, with the importation of different bloodlines into Australia.

Mucopolysaccharide type IIIB (MPS IIIB) is a degenerative disease affecting the neurological system. There is no effective treatment for infected dogs, but no cases of the disease have been recorded in Australia.

As tests have identified that dogs here carry the mutated gene, breeders are encouraged to test their breeding stock before mating. With care and cooperation it is possible that no Schipperke in Australia will be affected by MPS IIIB.

Suitability

The Schipperke has survived the centuries by adapting to the times. While the breed has a great deal of energy, it can also spend quiet times with the family. Schipperkes have an affinity with horses and also love to be around children. It constantly talks to you, expressing its voice through ‘huffs’, and will sharply warn you of strangers. It also loves company and uses different tones to let you know when friends or family have arrived.

Exercise-wise, the Schipperke enjoys walking and swimming. Travelling in the car is a treat, perhaps harking back to its travels in barges or peddlers’ carts.

Its intelligence means the Schipperke learns easily and is exceptionally agile, so is valued in Agility competitions. The breed is so versatile that some have been known to work as both assistance dogs for the deaf and herding dogs to round up sheep.

Words: The Schipperke Association of NSW

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Schipperke Schipperke Dog Complete Owners Manual

Schipperke Book for Care, Costs, Feeding, Grooming, Health and Training

The Schipperke Complete Owner’s Manual has the answers you need when researching this highly intelligent, always busy, foxy-faced purebred. Learn about this curious, independent-minded, non-sporting dog and find out whether or not the Belgian Schipperke will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Schipperke’s life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not this dog is the breed for you. If you already have a Schipperke, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner.

Author: George Hoppendale

ISBN: 9781910941348

Format: Paperback

Pages: 190 pages

Published: 29 July 2015

Publisher: Imb Publishing Schipperke

RRP: $36.05 (free delivery)

* Look for more books on Schipperkes on page 26 under book reviews.

Advice for new Puppy Owners

There are many things to do when bringing home a new puppy for the first time, however Dr Karen Hedberg BVSc outlines a few other very important issues which you may not have considered.

If you are a new owner and you have had the puppy for less than a week, the puppy may still be under considerable stress trying to adjust to a new household, new people, loss of its litter mates, change of environment and, quite often, the diet as well. This is the most stressful time of a young puppy’s life and it is often trying to respond to a vaccination done the day before you collected it. No wonder so many puppies end up at veterinary hospitals within a week of leaving home.

When purchasing a puppy, try to determine when it was vaccinated. If the answer is within the last 3-4 days, delay picking the puppy up for several more days. If it has not been vaccinated and you still wish to pick it up, do so, get it checked out that same day and, if is all well, take it home. Allow it to settle in for a week, then have it vaccinated, provided it is healthy. (I personally feel that all breeders are morally obliged to vaccinate and have a thorough veterinary examination done before selling a puppy).

The further the puppy has travelled and the more severe the weather conditions, the more stress it will have been subjected to.

Also, the more quickly a diet is changed, the more stress is placed on the resources of the puppy. The gut bacteria are delicately balanced and a sudden change of food can be most upsetting. If the diet that was being fed to the puppy before you picked it up was very poor, give the puppy a very bland diet, such as cooked chicken or fish, cooked rice and yoghurt or junket. Add in a small amount of semi-soaked dry dog food (or dry cat food for the small breeds) and feed the same food 2-3 times daily for several days before trying to slowly adapt the puppy to an appropriate diet. If the motions are loose, add some cornflour to the mix.

If there are young dogs in the household, make sure their vaccinations are up to date.

Do not allow a sick puppy to be in contact with another puppy under 16 weeks of age, particularly if it has not come from the same litter or is not fully vaccinated. This applies especially to Rottweilers, Dobermanns and Greyhounds, as these breeds are often severely affected by gastric viruses and are very poor patients, making very little effort to live once they are sick. Do not handle other people’s puppies, particularly if they are off colour, and restrain other people from handling your puppy.

An extract from Dr Karen Hedberg’s book, ‘The Dog Owner’s Manual.’

GREYHOUND Rescue - It's Summer year round with the Shaws

Sydney parents Lara and Nick Shaw wanted a rescue, but didn’t know if a dog would fit into their busy household. Lara said as soon as daughter, Jess (now 10 years old) could talk, she asked for a dog of her own. However the couple decided to wait until her younger sister Allie (8 years) was older, and then did a lot of research.

“We spoke to many pet greyhound owners and learned greyhounds are calm and don’t jump up or bark much,” said Mum Lara. The Shaw family then adopted Summer from charity Greyhound Rescue (GR) on a two week trial (GR) - greyhoundrescue.com.au/ category/dogs-available “It was good to have that additional level of security from Greyhound Rescue, in case we had any really serious issues. We knew as soon as we met Summer she’d be fine. She’s so chilled,” said Lara.

Basic training is often needed for rescue greyhounds, many of whom had never been a pet before. Daughter Jess explained it took a little time and patience for Summer to feel at home, but it had been completely worthwhile. “Summer was already toilet trained but had to learn how to use stairs. I put a tiny piece of cheese on each step and she got the hang of walking up pretty quickly. Mum had to help her down the first few times,” said Jess.

Summer gradually made herself at home, relaxed and became more playful. Mum Lara said their much-loved Summer had brought some lovely changes to the family over time. “We’ve met so many great dog owners at the park and during greyhound events. Also, walking the dogs connects you with the community,” said Lara. “It’s wonderful to see Allie, who’s still wary of many dogs, approach other greyhounds to give them a pat.”

Lara said adopting Summer taught the girls the importance of being a responsible pet owner. It’s lovely to see them confidently speak to people about adoption, how much exercise Summer needs and how fast she runs,” she said.

Lara said during the settling in phase, the family received great support from Greyhound Rescue.

“We got such wonderful encouragement and advice from them and they were so patient with us,” she said.”We’re so happy with the result! For families who’d like to adopt a greyhound but aren’t sure, there’s the option of fostering, so they can ‘try before they buy’. Fostering gets a greyhound out of kennels and introduces it to life as a pet. It also means another ex-racer can enter the kennels and escape an uncertain future.

Nat Panzarino, GR chair, said the charity will pay for necessary vet bills while a dog is in foster. “Carers cover food, shelter, as well as flea and worm treatments. We’ll also supply a muzzle, coat, collar and lead,” said Nat. “While it’s not required by law, Greyhound Rescue recommends that pet greyhounds wear a muzzle for at least eight weeks while adjusting to pet life.” Since July 1 2019, pet greyhounds in NSW no longer have to wear muzzles unless they’re in an off-leash park. Greenhounds[1] are exempt from this rule.

“How long a hound stays depends on how many adoption applications we get, but carers should be prepared to keep a dog for at least six months.” She said people don’t need to worry about what dog they’ll get: “We match each household with a greyhound that will thrive there.”

Nat said foster carers must meet and greet potential adopters when the time comes. “They can always adopt, but carers tell us it’s great to see their foster dog go to its forever home. If they decide to adopt, our greyhounds are de-sexed, micro-chipped and vaccinated.”

People who want to adopt, foster or volunteer at GR’s kennels near Camden should complete a form:www.greyhoundrescue.com.au

Book Reviews

Good Dog

Celebrating the dogs who change and sometimes even, save our lives

Good Dog is about the power of canine friendship, in particular the profoundly healing role that dogs can play in our lives, a celebration of the extraordinary creatures who change and sometimes even save our lives.

Good Dog focuses on ten powerful, personal stories of dogs and their owners, from Missy the Pug, who has allowed 10-year-old autistic Cody to live his best life; to Darcy, who spends precious time in a children’s hospice; from Pip, who helps her teenage owner manage her diabetes; to Jingles, who works in therapy and rehab at a prison.

Author: Kate Leaver

ISBN: 9781460758892

Format: Paperback

Pages: 96 pages

Published: 20 April 2020

Publisher: Harper Collins RRP: $29.99

Available: www.harpercollins.com.au

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The new Complete Schipperke

The Schipperke Club of America

This is quite a rare book but still available from a number of different sources.

Traces the history of the breed, describes the official breeding standards, and offers practical advice on their care.

Author: The Schipperke Club of America

ISBN: 97814415641158

Format: Paperback $30.81| Hardback $67.76 (free delivery)

Illustrations: Black & white

Pages: 344 pages

Published: 29 October 2009

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Available: The Book Depository

Also available from Amazon, Dymocks, The Schipperke Club of America.

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Labrador Retriever

LINDIANT 2000720840 02 4777 4986

GUNNISLAKE 2000619560 02 4651 2496

DRIFTWAY 2000557860 02 9652 0363

LABRADOR RETRIEVER CLUB 2000005560 0409 229 188

SANDAKHAN 2002911000 02 4844 2274

GAMBAMIRRI 2003023320 02 9971 2912

ROSEBIRD 2000884970 0418 296 355

SILVERSTREAM 2100000555 02 4938 8118

DOMEZAAR 2100040082 02 4938 9525

YELLOWDOG 2100067478 0438 403 455

TRUEBRED 2000923650 0432 665 881

WOLFBULL 2100073502 0414 993 307

EMBELLISH 2100040605 0432 758 859

PHENWICK 2100003449 02 6946 4457

CHOCRADOR 2100031316 0418 478 890

OLDCASTLE 2100033307 0458 060 874

SUNNINGHILL 2100076525 0412 954 070

ACALEYA 2100080596 0403 551 145

COASTALDRIFT 2100084922 0400 115 072

PUDDNCREEK 2100066593 0409 310 524

MERELDA 2100083030 0428 132 118

SNOWIZARD 2100080182 0427 603 985

PASKARLA 2100005584 0411 249 371

ERAKY 2100013119 0411 089 635

CHOCAHOLYC 2100073865 0415 743 712

JARKK 2100049647 0411 486 339

BELLBIDGEE 2100064234 0447 284 801

GAMBAMIRRI 2003023320 02 9971 2912

ARROSER 2100070273 0425 807 792

GOLDYCHOCS 2100087835 goldychocs@bigpond.com

LACOTE 2100015449 02 9656 1203

TERRACAROL 2000325470 02 4990 5103

GUNSMITH 2100027350 02 9651 2943

LIBERTYLABS 2100084435 0447 768 171

COASTALDRIFT 2100084922 0400 115 072

TANWARRAGOLD 2000841670 0428 377 107

BARDUFF 2100075374 0402 322 220

KAFTAN 2100090185 0413 838 993

HUBBADUBLE 2100032184 0401 445 776

Lagotto Romagnolo

OTTOGAL 2100084790 0400 552 097

Leonberger

BERGLOWE 2100085029 bergloweleos@gmail.com

Lhasa Apso

KRADDOELL 2100085029 0402 314 367

ZALAND 2100031023 0412 073 263

RYSUP 2000764130 0425 807 519

NEOKARMA 2100019001 0414 584 960

SOOQUAN 2100040167 0416 229 102

Maremma Sheepdog

GLASSWATER 2000376470 02 4681 0202

FOXDALE 2000849630 02 6366 3605

DELLBIANCO 2100075634 02 6355 2951

SCINTILLI 2100067629 0408 160 726

Mastiff

CADFELL 2100037283 0403 750 366

Miniature Pinscher

RUBYSTUD 2100067292 0429 920 124

MARNIECHAR 2000818450 0412 742 170

Neapolitan Mastiff

MAGNUFI 2000772370

02 6547 5021

MAGGIORMENTE 2000580160 0429 352 520

Newfoundland MEKONG 2000511490 0424 756 977

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

TOLLERON 2100007787 0427 149 639

Old English Sheepdog

DEZIGNERZ 2000801340 fmzammit@bigpond.com

Papillon

MONDELISE 2000770060

0400 131 913

CALPAP 2100082108 0411 707 693

Pointer

RHYLL 2100025721 02 6769 1601

HIPOINT 2100032551 0419 161 255

Pomeranian

POMPALACE 2100049363 0488 488 607

FERONA 2100048060 0432 166 883

LACOCHET 2100056444 0403 514 307

Poodle (Miniature)

CROSSWYNDS 2100030841 caninecapers1@hotmail.com

DARELLSIG 2100042229 02 6644 9873

JEABO 2100048203 0431 614 429

ALITTLEBIT 2100082568 0434 139 566

Poodle (Standard)

PICARDY 2000903710 02 4657 2533

SIROKKO 2100047811 0416 289 482

Poodle (Toy)

TDROP 2100040494 0420 301 669

MANRAY 2000785090 02 4341 8715

CHIPPINDALL 2100051813 0412 301 907

LEFAY 2000585760 0408 114 368

TOYLYN 2100041468 02 6760 3285

BELLARROW 2000664030 0404 057 342

NIKNAKLODGE 2100074265 toypoodles@niknaklodge.com

GUANJUN 2100031850 0408 860 468

Portuguese Podengo (Small)

ZURK 2000368510 zurk@optusnet.com.au

BALLAHOND 2000343820 0438 680 411

Portuguese Water Dog

RULETT 2000534800 0413 612 208

DOGS

Pug

HUGAPUG 2100034147 0429 636 691

TROYCOLE 2000108870 02 4988 7078

PUG DOG CLUB NSW 2000007960 02 4329 3028

DEARNLEA 2100005952 0421 284 548

TONEMNA 2100046185 0449 266 033

KHEIREDDIN 2000318730 0408 481 045

NULKABA 2100034622 02 4991 6095

QUOM 2000825710 0408 476 063

KABOVA 2100039662 0413 810 098

GUPALSZIV 200039662 0409 170 846

Pyrenean Mountain Dog

ESPINAY 21000910020 0412 167 278

Rhodesian Ridgeback

LWILLOWS 2000733580 0407 705 170

CHURINGALOGE 2000506350 02 6727 3099

BALLAHOND 2000343820 0438 680 411

LIONHEART 2100069865 02 9655 1554

OLDNARWONAH 2100061603 0427 363 523

MBAQANGA 2100095364 0490 061 498

DOMRIJ 2100000739 02 9606 6797

Rottweiler

DREISTLEIGH 2000866950 02 6644 1003

RENNIROTT 2100080821 0426 952 786

Russian Black Terrier

CZARSDYNASTY 2100083025 0411 840 689

LIBERTYBROOK 2100028780 0407 958 374

Russian Toy (Long Haired)

EDELPARK 2000654250

Saint Bernard

Shih Tzu (continued)

PLACKY 2000907070 02 4889 8127

BELTZU 2100013958 0407 001 643

HASHANAH 2100028906 02 9771 2910

Siberian Husky

ARCTICPALACE 2100007638 0412 026 875

Siberian Husky (continued)

ARTICPRIDE 2100053580 0438 050 046

ARTICWOLF 2100053580 0409 398 352

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

ARDGAEITHE 2000757451 02 4925 3875

Spanish Water Dog

HERMOSA 2100088604 0402 654 754

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

MOSSTROOPER 2000632610 02 9858 1641

HELSTAFF 2000273230 02 9667 4619

ZERACIOUS 2100061491 0424 771 130

OZISTAFFS 2100082044 0403 404 909

STAFFROYALE 2000820100 0404 712 727

ROCKINANGEL 2100085519 0418 482 041

GAMESTER 2000591480 0415 294 210

CELTICBLU 2100087098 0418 487 449

ENGLISHBLUE 2100061467 0422 009 607

VOODOOSTAFFS 2100067056 0432 778 521

Tenterfield Terrier

ATENTA 2100030719 spears.01@bigpond.com

TRIPLEFUN 2000475290 0408 666 148

ALAULA 2100083404 infor@alaulatt.com

JANENTIE 2100054871 0438 506 162

0402 332 332

CASPERSCOVE 2000728970 0425 259 999

HEILIGER 2100013750 02 6359 5253

SAINT BERNARD CLUB OF INC 2000008460 02 4975 3377

Samoyed

SNOWMYTH 2100011289 0408 254 857

AHZU 2100067081 0413 589 676

Schipperke

TULANG 2100054717 0476 826 584

MONTERREZ 2100088261 0435 602 447

Schnauzer (All Varieties)

KLABAUTER 2100019773 julia@standardschnauzer.com.au

SAGINOR 2000757270 0427 277 888

DEAPRIL 2100076567 0427 866 261

SWASHBUCKLE 2100059426 0424 084 078

TREULIEBE 2100091936 02 4997 4454

Schnauzer (Giant)

BLACKGLORY 2100092083 0432 719 963

Schnauzer (Miniature)

MOKAI 2100078390 0406 375 559

HEISSPUR 2100050673 kimburey@hotmail.com

DEAPRIL 2100076567 0412 496 445

JAKARAHLEE 2100078988 0400 260 473

Scottish Terrier

OURSCOT 2100078391

Shar Pei

0402 854 409

WAYATINAH 2000966040 0415 301 657

Shetland Sheepdog

BEAUIDEAL 2000579880

0408 489 478

HARTLY 2100050965 0401 234 643

KELANMEE 2100001997 02 4885 2196

HERDSMAN 2000490190 0408 088 863

Shih Tzu

DREAMFORCE 2000804600

0412 233 369

Tibetan Mastiff

JANGBU 2100061549 0410 828 466

Tibetan Spaniel

RAISHA 2000926630 02 6227 5758

ACACIAHILL 2000764850 0428 860 499

Tibetan Terrier

TYBETERR 2000838190 0479 016 432

TIBETOES 2100033959 0414 223 777

Weimaraner

WEIMARANER CLUB NSW 2000009250 0414 621 181

SINAWAY 2100043419 0415 434 873

SOMERFORD 2100024971 0438 289 798

GREYDOVE 2100006373 val@greydove.com.au

Welsh Corgi (Pembroke)

NIRENO 2100092054 nirenokennels@aapt.net.au

DANIIANPARK 2100079050 0416 289 149

NESBO 21000107230 0416 283 422

AZIAH 2100005043 0401 326 352

BERAMAGGS 2100089772 meljaktrez@gmail.com

ANWYL 2000918850 0411 071 578

Welsh Terrier

QUENDRITH 2100048058 0409 222 092

West Highland White Terrier

ROLLYHILL 2100026791 0422 024 503

STEFFIA 200021060 0417 920 064

Whippet

CALAHORRA 2100009655 0439 575 260

SSASP 2000317220 02 6345 3421

HARTZFYRRE 2100086653 0400 414 834

PARISHAAR 2100072592 0456 375 064

BUNDOON 2100042394 02 4573 2423

BUFFALO 2000353310 0408 161 540

White Swiss Shepherd Dog

LELOUPBLANC 2100082180 0414 646 635

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