MARCH 2017
The Official Gazette of the Publishers, The Victorian Canine Association Inc. A00223882W Address: 655 Westernport Hwy, Skye 3977, Locked Bag K9, Cranbourne 3977 Office hours: 8.30am - 5pm (Mon-Fri) Telephone: 9788 2500 Fax: 9788 2599 Email: office@dogsvictoria.org.au Internet: www.dogsvictoria.org.au
FROM THE ACTING PRESIDENT DARREN BOWEY With it now being late summer we have already experienced cancelled shows due to heat this year. Clubs holding shows in the summer months may consider steps that will reduce the adverse effect of a show being cancelled by adopting a few simple things listed below. •
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Consider appointing local judges to avoid airfares and inconvenience of cancelling interstate judges flights and accommodation if a show is cancelled. If interstate judges are preferred consider purchasing flexible airfares or taking out insurance. Offer cash prizes instead of purchasing trophies. Omit writing the year of the show on class in group and class in show sashes, its only required for best and runner up in group and show.
The extreme weather policy doesn’t just relate to heat, it covers gale force winds, thunderstorms and
flood and is a guide for clubs to refer to in extreme weather conditions. The Night of Nights is a premier event in the Dogs Victoria Calendar and this year’s night looks to be as good as ever, congratulations to the Night of Night committee who work so hard to ensure this event is such a success. We continue to keep members updated on the Victorian Labor Governments Legislative agenda, our position differentiating Dogs Victoria hobby breeders from commercial “for profit” puppy farmers continues to be strenuously fought and our lobbying efforts greatly contributed
towards having the Bill withdrawn so that government consultation with stakeholders can take place this year.
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FE ATU R ES VOLUM E 84 NO.3 MARCH
1 PRESIDENT’S REPORT
2 SHOW RESULTS
8 BIG DAY OUT
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OTEC
12 KNOWLEDGE HUB
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7 THE LAW AND YOU
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YARR A VALLEY KENNEL CLUB INC 17 DECEMBER 2016 CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW General Specials Judge: Mr T Horchner Entries: 939 Photographer: Sally Stasytis Ph: 9730 1603
Toy Group Judge: Mrs J Hockey (NSW) 1. Best exhibit in group: Mr M Morse & Mr W Henderson’s Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Matmor Colour Sergeant 2. Runner up in group: D Smith’s Havanese Ch Hashki Dangerous Liaisons Terrier Group Judge: Mrs R Seare (Qld) 3. Best exhibit in group, RUNNER UP IN SHOW: Ms S Sullivan’s Scottish Terrier Ch Shortblak With One 4. Runner up in group: Mrs C Scotton’s Cairn Terrier Joymont Dream Catcher 2
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Gundog Group Judge: Ms R Price 5. Best exhibit in group: Ms D Lee’s Golden Retriever Sup Ch Santamaria Indecent Proposal 6. Runner up in group: Grauhund Knls’ Weimaraner Sup Ch Grauhund Just A Miracle (AI) (Imp NZ) Hound Group Judge: Prof B Corbitt (NSW) 7. Best exhibit in group: Mr W Douglas & Dr A Tan’s Afghan Hound Sup Ch Alaqadar Rigoletto (AI) 8. Runner up in group: Mrs K E Austin & Mr K J Austin’s Foxhound Sup Ch Foxgully Perfectly Timed Working Dog Group Judge: Mr T Horchner 9. Best exhibit in group, BEST IN SHOW: Mr C & Mrs S Moore & Mr J Moore’s Old English Sheepdog Sup Ch, Am Ch Barkshires Captain America (Imp USA) 10. Runner up in group: Mrs I Bohdal & Mrs M Mercieca’s German Shepherd Dog Ch Schaeferhund Balleena CCD ARN ET Utility Group Judge: Mr R Bridgford 11. Best exhibit in group: Mr D Filopovic’s Dobermann Ch Ikons Devils Candy (Imp NZ) 12. Runner up in group: S & M Turner & Ms S Glasheen’s Alaskan Malamute Kataku Rumble In The Air Non Sporting Group Judge: Mr G Treacey 13. Best exhibit in group: Mr T Dash, Mr I Marshall, Mr J & Mrs S Marshall’s Dalmatian Ch Phampard Pride N Predujice 14. Runner up in group: S White’s Shar Pei Sup Ch, Am Ch Shine’s Gift Wrapped For Silkston (Imp USA)
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DOGS VIC TORIA ROYAL C ANIN SUMMER SPEC TACULAR CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW 2 DECEMBER 2016
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General Specials Judge: Dr J Molina (Mexico) Photographer: Ffire Photography Ph: 0411 116 787
General Specials Judge: Mrs T Yamada (Japan) Photographer: Ffire Photography Ph: 0411 116 787
General Specials Judge: Mr H Pybus (Canada) Photographer: Ffire Photography Ph: 0411 116 787
1. Best in show: R & A Sorraghan’s Airedale Terrier Sup UA MD Ch Est Etium Ore Uno 2. Runner up in show: D Filipovic’s Dobermann Sup Ch Ikons Chosen One (Imp NZ) 3. Puppy in show: J O’Connor’s Dalmatian Paceaway Zaballero
4. Best in show: T Dash & I, J & S 7. Best in show: R & A Sorraghan’s Marshall’s Dalmatian Ch Pampard Airedale Terrier Sup UA MD Ch Est Pride N Predujice Etium Ore Uno 5. Runner up in show: A Reid, A Eades 8. Runner up in show: D & J & L Gordon’s Irish Setter Ch, NZ, Cartledge’s Skye Terrier Ch Santlin Can Am Ch Northwinds Clash Of Suitably Suprized The Titans (Imp NZ) 9. Puppy in show: R B & C J Redhead’s Australian Cattle Dog 6. Puppy in show: A Kelly’s Ch Cloverdowns Delta Blues Newfoundland Bouvet Last Edition
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JUNIORS
NEWS AND VIEWS OF JUNIORS SUB M IT TE D BY: E LISE E DWAR DS This month we congratulate and recognise the deserving junior handler winners of the 2016 Dogzonline pointscore. 7-u10 1st Emily Perkins 2nd Alisha Sempel 3rd Sydney Boulter 10-u13 1st Cassidy Lee-Hartford 2nd Amy French 3rd Joshua Perkins 13-u18 1st Teneal Ray 2nd Hollie Mann 3rd Shanaye Young
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RETRIEVING AND FIELD TRIALS
R AFT NOTES WR IT TE N BY: TR EVOR STEVE NS Retrieving ability tests A good way to test whether your dog has started to learn some of the basics of retrieving is to enter a retrieving ability test. The English Springer Spaniel Club is running a RATG on Sunday 5 March. Also the Weimaraner Club is running one on 26 March. If you are interested in competing or just going along as a spectator, contact the club secretaries for details about the venues.
trials were originally developed to develop and maintain the instincts of gundogs during the “off season” and to promote the training that is necessary for them to team effectively with a hunter in the field. It is the law that one must hold a firearm licence to compete in retrieving trials (even though live ammunition is not used), and of course if you hunt ducks or quail it is necessary to also hold a game licence. For those members venturing into the field I wish them happy and safe hunting.
An RATG is a test of basic obedience and basic retrieving. Titles are awarded at two levels; NRA (novice retrieving ability) and ORA title (open retrieving ability).
Contacts If you have any queries about gundog activities or retrieving and field trials, please contact any of the RAFT Committee members listed below: You may also like to access the Facebook page ‘Retrieving and Field Trialling Victoria’ or the web page of ‘Retrieving Australia’ http://retrieving.org.au/.
Novice level consists of four exercises; walking to heel for 20-30 metres; a recall of approximately 20 metres; single mark retrieve of approximately 50 metres; single mark retrieve of approximately 70 metres. Open level also consists of four exercises; walking to heel for 20-30 metres with at least three turns; one minute stay with recall from 30-40 metres incorporating a stop on command; walk-up retrieve of approximately 50 metres; and either a double mark retrieve or a double rise retrieve. A full copy of the rules is available from the ANKC website. Whilst retrieving trials are restricted to purebred dogs, RATG’s are also open to associate gundogs. An associate gundog is an associate dog of a type that is recognised to be a gundog and which has been approved as such by RAFT committee. An application form is available on the Dogs Victoria website. RAFT committee only holds meetings every two months so if you wish to make application for your associate dog to be recognised as an associate gundog, please allow plenty of time before entries are due for the RATG that you may be considering. Currently, an informal training group meets Wednesday mornings at 9am at KCC Park. Contact Dodo Kelly on 0409 028 200 if you require more information. You may also find the Retrieving and Field Trialling Victoria (RAFT) facebook page useful. Game seasons The Victorian Government has confirmed that an unrestricted duck hunting season and quail hunting season will open during March. Retrieving trials and field 6
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Trevor Stevens (Chair) (Retrieving) jerribong@gmail.com Greg Playdon (Retrieving) gplaydon@aussiebb.com.au Noel Eltringham (Retrieving) revlain@iprimus.com.au Mark Davis (Retrieving) baps1@bigpond.com David Blacker (Utility) willdavid.blacker@gmail.com Darren Smith (Spaniel & Retriever) badgerfield@bigpond.com Fernando Sorgiovanni (Pointer & Setter) paula71@optusnet.com.au Joe Camilleri (Pointer & Setter) walteela@gmail.com
THE LAW AND YOU
CHILDREN AND DOGS Children and dogs can form a wonderfully close bond and it is heart-warming to watch them interact. Apart from the obvious companionship and affection, there are many other benefits for children sharing their lives with a dog. Dogs can: 1. Teach responsibility: children learn about the requirements of a living being such as food, water and exercise 2. Aid childhood development: pets help children develop nurturing and social skills. Developing positive feelings about pets can aid self-esteem and help children develop verbal communication and compassion 3. Be a friend to children: children turn to pets when they need a friend, confidante or protector. Children often refer to their family pet as their ‘best friend’ As pets do not judge children or get angry at them, children often trust them with their secrets and private thoughts 4. Teach life lessons: pets are often the first experience a child has with death and grieving 5. Be fun! Pets provide unconditional love and affection. Children can participate in safe games with their pets
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Parents are the first and most influential educators in their child’s life journey. Teaching your child about the joys and responsibilities of pet ownership begins from an early age as they learn from your interaction and the way you nurture and guide their experiences with their pets. More information on pet ownership for parents and children •
The “We are Family” program is a guide to nurturing the child / pet relationship. It is aimed at educating expectant and new parents on the many advantages of allowing their child to experience the joys of having a pet in the family. It also informs parents of the potential risks, and provides the knowledge, skills and strategies to ensure that the experience is not only a physically and emotionally enriching one, but a safe one as well.
The “Living Safely with Dogs” and the “Responsible Pet Ownership” Programs provide school visits and education resources for preschool and primary school aged children in Victoria. This information was sourced from The Domestic Animal Unit website. Refer to www.vic.gov.au/pets for more information on legislation, ownership and care.
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BIG DAY OUT
BIG DAY OUT C ANINES THE STARS OF THE DAY WR IT TE N BY: ANNA B ISAK Over a thousand pooches and their two-legged friends joined in Dogs Victoria’s Open Day “Big Day Out for Dogs” with plenty of woofing and tail-wagging. So many breeds and attractions were featured at KCC Park, and by all accounts it was a fantastic day enjoyed by the public and members alike. Over 50 breeds were showcased at club breed displays and demonstrations such as agility, obedience, carting and conformation. Fun activities awaited our visitors with the very popular lure coursing and tunneling, and dogs enjoyed a lesson in dancing or had a go navigating through the earthdog dens. We extend a huge thank you to our members for your contribution and continued support of the event. Canines were pampered and shoppers were spoilt for choice at the Canine Christmas Market boasting over 60 stalls of dog products and services. Thank you to all stallholders for your involvement and those who kindly donated to our raffle.
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The Dogs Victoria fun competition was again a huge crowd pleaser with dogs vying for the title such as best Christmas costume and most spectacular trick. Though the contest was fierce no one left the ring empty handed. Thank you to City of Frankston Mayor Cr Brian Cunial for being our guest judge and to Advance, Best Friends Pet Care Cranbourne and KONG for donating prizes. We appreciate the support of so many more; to Julia Grainger for being our MC, the Skye Fire Brigade and M1 Traffic Control. And of course a huge thank you to everyone who came along and all the wonderful comments and photos on the Big Day Out for Dogs facebook page. “My two dogs had the best time especially giving the agility course a go. They were exhausted when we got home. Thank you very much for an absolutely fabulous dog day out.” “My first one but won’t be my last. A great day and a great variety of things to see. Great atmosphere too” “Fantastic day out. So many new mates to play with & lots of treats to buy” “Had a great day today, we saw a lot of beautiful dogs and talked to some lovely people. Looking forward to next years event.” Dogs Victoria hope to see you all again and welcomes you back on Sunday 10 December 2017. www.dogsvictoria.org.au - Pure Fun, Pure Sport, Purebred
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OBEDIENCE, TRACKING AND ENDURANCE
NEWS FROM OTEC WR IT TE N BY: DAWN HOWAR D It is great to see so many people out there training their dogs. Croydon was the last obedience trial of the year 2016. Always love the atmosphere there. Sometimes it is hot, but the club is friendly, and has a great shop where I like to buy doggy friends Christmas presents. Anne Mann has provided us with a report: There is always a festive feel to the last obedience and rally trials of the year held at Croydon which both ran smoothly as usual. The predicted hot weather didn’t really eventuate, with a top temperature recorded around midday of 27 degrees. The condition of the grounds was perfect. The team of regular volunteers made organisation look easy as everyone knew what to do and went about their tasks efficiently and without fuss, like a well-oiled machine. The high number of entries for the CCD ring judged by Gordon Parsons was very encouraging and augurs well for the future of our sport. We were delighted when Croydon member Rebecca McGroarty and her lovely black Labrador Retriever Adderslot Midnight Charmer, CDX (Char) scored 195, coming first place in the open ring taking out highest score in trial and highest scoring Croydon member under judge Mrs Kim Houlden. Another highlight was Sue Timperley, also a long standing Croydon member, with her Shetland Sheepdog Inneslake Simply Resistible, CD RN (Elsa) who came in first place in the novice ring scoring 194, gaining her novice title under judge Mrs Lynn Klecka. What a way to end the trialling year! OTEC members helped out at the Big Dogs Day Out. We had a ring set up for obedience and rally alternatively. Three of our trainee judges were able to have a workshop for obedience. It was a very busy day all around with lots of people in attendance. At one stage we could see the queue to get into the ground from our ring. It stretched from the front gate back past the Park as far as you could see. Lots of goodwill, lots of dogs petted by the public, lots of happy stallholders and laden shoppers. Thank you to our crew including Peter Howard and Ian Woollard who set up and pulled down, and trainers who came especially to help our trainees. Fred Brueckner and Gordon Parsons especially and to Noeline McIlroy and Linda Johnson who were working on their breed stands, but available if needed. Last but not least was the Western Port Obedience Club who despite some last minute problems did a 10
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great demonstration in our ring. OTEC was next to the German Shepherd Club. Lots of fun and games in their ring for the dogs to play. As I write it is still the off trial season and the weather has been hot to say the least. A least two conformation shows were cancelled, and on one of those days our own dogs who were safely under the air-conditioner were playing dead, stretched out, acting hot, when it was actually cool inside. Sooks. Seriously, dogs and heat do not go well. Best place for dogs on hot days is in the coolest spot possible. In March a VCA Representatives Course is planned for
the performance disciplines. That includes obedience, rally obedience, tracking, endurance, agility, jumping, agility games, dancing, weight pull, lure coursing, herding, retrieving and field trials. Dates are: Monday 6 March 2017 at the Bulla Exhibition Centre, Uniting Lane, Bulla at 8pm Monday 27 March 2017 at KCC Park, Westernport Highway, Skye at 8pm Expressions of interest to Janet Davidson jdavidson@dogsvictoria.org.au or 9788 2505 by at least a few days prior to the session. Please place VCA Representatives Course in the subject line of your email. Autumn Friends of Obedience, (FOOs) is scheduled for the 21 & 28 March and 4 & 11 April 2017. For FOOs to continue we need more helpers. Even if you have two dogs and can only come late, you can still help by pulling down the rings. Don’t ask, just jump in and help. OTEC has a particular problem with offering rally. While always very popular, there are lots of triallers but very few helpers. If we are to continue to accommodate
everyone, we especially need people who are willing to set up courses, judge them and offer training tips. Also stewards and set up and pull down crews. If we cannot find more trainers/judges we will have to consider limiting the rally classes offered. Please come forward and offer now. As noted in last month’s magazine, the Obedience, Tracking and Endurance Committee of Dogs Victoria (OTEC), has done its best to alert our clubs to a threat to their operations. OTEC obtained legal advice, and a member of the OTEC drafted a statement which was sent to all our clubs (however other clubs have received contradictory advice from the Minister’s Office so the situation remains unclear). In explanation, a bill was placed before the Victorian Parliament and was almost up to the second reading before Dogs Victoria was alerted. The Bill in question is the Victorian Domestic Animals Amendment (Puppy Farms and Pet Shops) Bill 2016. As far as we know at this stage, the amendments to the Bill have been withdrawn and a new Bill will be drafted, this time in consultation with Dogs Victoria and other relevant groups. Our obedience clubs need to keep a watchful eye on what is going on. OTEC is there to support you but we all need to support each other. Please keep alert to messages that will come as we hear news. OTEC Committee: Chair: Mrs. Lynn Klecka klecka@ncable.net.au / 0418 333 312 Deputy: Ms. Melissa Ferabend melissaf@hotmail.com.au / 0414 640 402 Mrs. Sue Collier collierpaulsue@gmail.com / 0431 270 214 Mrs. Dawn Howard killarakennels@gmail.com / 0412 088 055 Mrs. Linda Johnson giday000@gmail.com / 0468 375 147 Happy training and trialling
Fifth reminder: The ANKC has called for submissions for the Tracking and Track and Search Trials Rules review to be effective 2019. If you haven’t already done so, write down ideas you may have for the Rules Review. OTEC has called for submissions and scheduled meetings during early 2017, (see the November issue of the magazine). Closing date for submissions for Tracking, Track & Search and Endurance Rules close 10.4.2017 – submit directly to klecka@ncable.net.au or by post to Dogs Victoria, Attention: OTEC Chair, Locked Bag K9, Cranbourne 3977 www.dogsvictoria.org.au - Pure Fun, Pure Sport, Purebred
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ROYAL CANIN KNOWLEDGE HUB
INFECTIOUS DIARRHOEA SUPPLI E D BY: ROYAL C AN IN Diarrhoea is an increase in the frequency of defecation and or the lowering of faecal consistency. Pathogenesis Diarrhoea that lasts less than seven days that has an abrupt onset is very common in cats and dogs. Diarrhoea has many possible causes that disrupt the normal function of the intestinal wall in both the small and large intestine. Diarrhoea develops usually as a result of four main processes affecting digestion and absorption: •
Osmosis which is where foods that are not properly digested sit in the gut, ferment and draw water into the bowel leading to watery stools. This is common with sudden changes in diet, overconsumption of food and ingestion of spoiled foods.
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Kennel management of diarrhoea Diarrhoea in dogs has many causes! The number of dogs affected in a kennel and the age of those showing signs is usually a good clue as to the cause for the diarrhoea. If predominantly young dogs are experiencing diarrhoea, it is likely due to an infectious agent (e.g. a virus, bacteria or parasite). Sometimes infections can occur with multiple infectious agents! This is because younger animals have an immature immune system, may have experienced poor weaning practices or may not be up to date with vaccination. Diarrhoea affecting all the dogs in the kennels, especially where adult animals are also involved, is more 12
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likely to be due to inadequate sanitation practices in the kennels, stress or diet related (e.g. over-consumption of food or a sudden change in diet). Viral diarrhoea Viral infections are more common in young, unvaccinated puppies than adult dogs. The coronavirus, rotavirus and parvovirus are the three main causes of viral diarrhoea in kennels. Rotavirus can occur in dogs at any age but is more common in puppies less than 12 weeks old. The virus is usually self-limiting and resolves within 5-7 days. Coronavirus also commonly occurs in puppies but they are usually over 10 weeks of age. The diarrhoea can last up to 12 days with soft stools persisting for a few weeks. These two viral infections destroy the cells of the intestinal lining reducing the ability of the gut to absorb nutrients and water. Because of the local destruction they cause, they can promote secondary infection with bacteria, parasites and even Parvovirus. Canine parvovirusis more common in puppies (aged six weeks to six months) and unvaccinated adult dogs. Assuming that puppies receive adequate colostrum from the bitch, this should provide protection against parvovirus in the first few weeks of life. Parvovirus infection can be prevented with a modified live vaccination with the first booster given as early as six weeks of age. The virus causes diarrhoea by damaging the cells in the intestine responsible for producing and maintaining a normal intestinal lining. As no new lining is produced, there is a loss of ability to absorb nutrients and water, and the lining may shed. This viral infection is severe and puppies present with vomiting, depression, fever, dehydration and foul smelling bloody diarrhoea. Due to the extensive damage it causes to the intestinal lining and its direct effect on suppressing the immune system, these dogs can very quickly become septic and die. Treatment requires hospitalisation, intravenous fluid therapy and various medications to treat secondary bacterial infection and nausea. Parvovirus is highly contagious and so affected animals should be isolated. The virus itself is very hardy, resistance to most detergents, lasting in the environment 6-12 months.
Bacterial Diarrhoea Campylobacter, Salmonella, Clostridia and E. coli are among the bacterial agents most commonly involved in diarrhoea in kennels. They have several common characteristics: - These bacteria are naturally present in the intestinal flora of dogs, but are not pathogenic as long as the balance of the intestinal flora is maintained and the animal possesses its full immune capacities. For example, a large number of epidemiological studies conducted in various countries on hundreds of healthy dogs living in kennels have shown that the shedding of campylobacter was regularly observed in more than 30% of animals, peaking around week eight. This healthy carriage rate is 43% in Australia, 32% in Switzerland, 26% in Spain, 37% in the USA, 29% in Sweden and 29% in Denmark. Contaminated food that is slowly defrosted at ambient temperature (poultry, pork, beef, cow’s milk, carcasses and abattoir waste), faecal matter from infected animals or contaminated water are all possible sources of infection. The ability of this group of bacteria to cause diarrhoea in mainly young puppies or adults usually occurs secondary to other conditions such as stress, concurrent disease (e.g. parvovirus infection) or unhygienic conditions. Sudden dietary changes can cause disturbances in the gut flora leading to overgrowth and infection by certain types of bacteria. Some of these bacteria are zoonotic; meaning they can be transmitted to humans. Any dog presenting with diarrhoea, especially where bacterial causes are suspected, should be isolated and any humans in contact with the affected dogs should use personal protective equipment. Parasitic Diarrhoea A large number of parasites can cause diarrhoea in a kennels environment, especially in young dogs. Protozoan infections (e.g. Coccidiosis and Giardiasis) and nematode infections (e.g. roundworms, hookworms and whipworms) are the parasitic diseases most often responsible for diarrhoea in a kennel environment. Giardia is a chronic intestinal infection with a protozoa. Infection is common in dogs and cats and is transmissible to humans. Transmission is usually from contamination of the environment with faeces from affected animals. The cysts that are shed into the environment are very hardy persisting in environments of high humidity and overcrowded kennels. The diarrhoea is chronic and intermittent, with foul smelling watery stools often with mucus. Treatment of affected animals and the environment using quarternary ammonium compounds is important to prevent reinfection and spread to other animals.
that infect puppies typically during weaning stress. They often cause severe diarrhoea, weight loss and dehydration. Sanitation is very important in kennels to prevent spread, specifically around ensuring faecal contamination of food and water sources is prevented. Round worm infection, toxocariasis, is common in puppies. These worms are usually transmitted to the puppies in utero via the placenta or through the mammary gland when feeding from the bitch. The larvae can migrate to the lungs, liver and into the bloodstream from the gut. The larvae are passed in the faeces of the pups and are easily transmitted in a kennel environment between dogs. Young puppies affected don’t grow well and lose condition rapidly. They may also appear potbellied and have diarrhoea with mucus visible. Treatment and prevention of roundworms is based on an appropriate parasiticide protocol for all dogs in the kennel environment. Roundworms are zoonotic and infections in humans can cause serious disease such as blindness due to larval migrans. Whipworms and hookworms are also responsible for mild gastroenteritis in young puppies and adult dogs but are usually prevented with adequate anthelmintic treatment protocols. Diarrhoea caused by Diet Excessive intake The overconsumption of food overloads the gut and speeds up movement of gut contents. Undigested food ferments leading to undesirable changes in the intestinal flora and large volumes of fluid moving into the bowel, causing diarrhoea. Managing competition at feeding time to ensure no one dog consumes a large quantity of food is important. Low food digestibility Food of low quality, too rich in fermentable fibre, say, is likely to draw large volumes of fluid into the bowel and cause diarrhoea. Transitions between diets Dogs do not need variety in their diet and sudden dietary changes should be avoided. Where diet must be changed, a gradual transition is recommended to avoid gastrointestinal upsets. Gradually reducing the amount of old food and increasing the amount of new food is advised over a period of 7-10 days. A sudden change may cause significant disturbances to the intestinal flora causing diarrhoea. This article was supplied by Royal Canin and can also be viewed from the Royal Canin website https://breeders. royalcanin.com.au/dog/articles
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IN THE LIBRARY
LIBR ARY NOTES WR IT TE N BY: C L AR E HO DG ES The library spent the holiday season undergoing a stocktake. We also have the latest batch of books and DVDs on the shelves. What we really need in the library are some new volunteers to help us. Training is provided so if you like books and would be willing to give volunteering in the library a try please contact the Heather Simpson on 5998 7493 before 8pm.
BOOK REVIEWS NATUR AL PET CURES DR JOH N H EI N ER M A N
THE FOCUSE D PUPPY -
A TR AIN IN G SYSTE M FOR R AISIN G A G R E AT COM PAN ION AN D PE R FOR MANC E DOG DEBOR A H JON ES & J U DY K ELLER
This book offers safe effective all natural remedies for 63 common health problems in dogs and cats.
A new puppy is a blank slate with endless possibilities. This book integrates the F.O.C.U.S dog training method with the specific needs and development of puppies through to 12 moths old.
There is also useful information on diet and nutrition, along with natural solutions to behavioural problems such as barking, biting and scratching.
Fun, Obedience, Consistency, Unbelievable Success
From A (abscess) to Z (?? W for wounds!) this book is an easy to read, common sense approach to animal care. Lindsay Bolden - Library Committee
It tells how to start out on the right track with your dog, and how to build his foundation skills. Although this book is based on raising a performance dog, there is much information so relevant to breeders and pet owners. Well worth a read. Lindsay Bolden - Library Committee
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FRONT COVER ART WORK REQUIREMENTS $330 (193 x 264mm + 5mm bleed) Please supply the following details that will appear on Page 1. No other details will be accepted. • Only one image permitted per cover.
Full Page - Full colour (193 x 264mm + 5mm bleed) Member: $294 Commercial: $735
• Photographer’s name cannot be published on the front cover
Half Page - Full colour (173 x 120mm) Member: $173 Commercial: $525
• Breed of Dog Registered Name of Dog Registered Owner/s of Dog Photographed by (if copywrite needs to be acknowledged)
Quarter Page - Full colour (85 x 120mm) Member: $91 Commercial: $315 Canine Classifieds - Full colour Twelfth Page (56 x 50mm) Commercial $105
• Sponsor’s logos are not permitted on the cover. • Publications committee reserves the right to decide in its absolute discretion to edit and/or change the image submitted for the front cover.
• Digital Shots: Minimum 274mm high x 203mm wide at 300DPI. • Portrait format ONLY will be accepted for the front cover. • Ample border space around the dog (including left, right and above). • No person or part of person to be in any part of the photograph (leash is acceptable). • Either full body shot or head shot.
ART WORK REQUIREMENTS • We accept artwork via email or on disc in the following formats: • High resolution TIFF - all artwork must be 300 dpi • High resolution PDF - 300dpi • All artwork to be supplied in CMYK • In Design document and files - images and fonts MUST be included on the CD or in a zip/stuffit archive if emailed • 5mm bleed on all full page artwork • Artwork charges will apply if completed artwork is not supplied on application.
Charge rate: $70/hour • We don’t accept the following file formats: Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Publisher, CorelDraw, Pagemaker or QuarkXPress. • True type fonts are not accepted.
• Photographer’s name is not to be included in photo
• Details of judges, owner, breed, dog’s name, photographer’s name, type of event, number of entries, club name and date of event to be included on CD in word document format • Dog should take up the majority of the photo, not handler and/or sponsors product
CANINE CL ASSIFIEDS
ADVERTISE IN THE CANINE CL ASSIFIEDS Contact jdavidson@dogsvictoria.org.au to advertise or for further information.
DOGS Victoria | March 2017
All photos are to be landscape only • Sponsor’s logos are not to be included in photo
• Photos to be 100mm x 75mm with a dpi of 300
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POLICY ON PUBLISHING OF CONFORMATION/ OBEDIENCE PHOTOS
• CD with photos and word document text should be sent to Dogs Victoria as soon as possible after the event
DID YOU KNOW? Starter is designed to be fed to bitches from 5 weeks in whelp and fully rehydrates for IMAGE weaning puppies TBC
PROSHOP MARCH PROMOTION
FREE WEENER FEEDER*
with any order placed on the Proshop in March containing a bag of Mini, Medium or Maxi Starter *Feeders come in 2 sizes, small (for Mini and Medium Starter) and large for Maxi Starter). Only available on the Proshop during March 2017. Feeders available while stocks last.
TEAM 7758 DogsVic
breeders.