VOLUME 53 / NUMBER 3 FALL 2017
COMPETITION • HEALTH
BREEDER INTERVIEWS • TRAINING, GROOMING & CARE • RESCUE • FAMILY
Written for Pug People, by Pug People
It Takes a Village NOTE from the PUBLISHER
“Coming together is a beginning. Staying together is progress. Working together is success.” -Henry Ford
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magazine before they offered their help and support. Although seemingly logical, the “wait and see” approach worked against the magazine and prevented Pug Talk from being ready for printing and publishing. After all, how could anyone produce a finished magazine without reputable Pug people to participate? We also battled other obstacles, such as finding reliable printers and mailers that understood the needs of our readers and contributors. As time went on the hearts of the Pug community softended and more reputable Pug enthusiasts began to step forward to offer help. We found reliable printers and mailers and were ready to live the dream we set out to accomplish. Yes, it took more time than we planned. Yes, I wish it would have happened sooner. However, I am proud of the progress we have made and I will continue to seek more progress with each coming day. Today I stand at the 2017 Pug Dog Club of America National Specialty show in Fort Worth, Texas with the same dream that I brought with me to Denver, Colorado and a new understanding of where Pug Talk has been and what needs to happen now in order to continue moving foward. We’ve built a solid team, and are publishing on time now, but we need more support. What we need are the voices of the Pug community and we need these voices to come from all areas of expertise. As you enjoy your stay in Fort Worth, Texas think about how you can be the next voice from the Pug community. Consider giving your time to write for Pug Talk, or snap a few pictures that you would be willing to share with our readers. You do not have to be a professional writer or photographer to participate. Pug Talk was not built as a corporation and was always produced by people just like you that loved their Pugs and wanted to make a difference. We are here to help when you are ready to join the Pug fun and will welcome you to the Pug Talk family.
One year ago today, I arrived at the 2016 Pug Dog Club of America National Specialty show in Denver, Colorado with a dream. My dream was to see Pug Talk continue on and to spark excitement in the hearts and minds of the Pug community. I began with a simple mission to build a team that could work together to direct the focus of Pug Talk and to be the voice of the breed. I made the commitment to exclude politics and to accept any reputable Pug person willing to help, knowing that the magazine would be the most beneficial to the Pug community if written from the perspectives of those who had committed their lives to protecting and preserving the Pug breed. In the beginning progress was slow. There were a handful of people who immediately believed in Pug Talk and were ready to work towards the goals that would keep Pug Talk as the number one reliable source for everything Pug. However, there were others that wanted to participate but wanted to see a fully finished
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ON THE COVER “Blake”
Contents FALL 2017 Pug life 7-8
Exhibitor directory
The Adventures of Sprout the Pug Experience the daily adventures of Sprout the Pug and her devoted Pug mom, Diana Clyburn.
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Feed Like a Pro - Understanding Caloric Needs Nutritional advice for your Pug. by Amber Lea Morgan
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Feed Like a Pro - Satin Balls Weight gain and coat conditioning recipe for your Pug. by Amber Lea Morgan
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Pug People Say What do Pug People say? Lots of things, and we are excited to share them with you.
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Castlerock Pugs Gch. Casa Blanca’s I Pick Blake at Castlerock
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Kathy Routten & David Borowski MACH Maximus Burgandy CD MXB MJS CGC
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Castlerock Pugs Gch. Casa Blanca’s I Pick Blake at Castlerock
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WHO’S on the COVER?
GCHB CH CASA BLANCA’S I PICK BLAKE AT CASTLEROCK Ranked #7 Pug in the Breed - exclusively owner handled Ranked #2 in the NOHS • Finished Champion at 6 months of age • Grand Champion at 9 months of age • Multiple Group Winner, Group Placer, Best Bred By Exhibitor in Show, NOHS BIS Winner, NOHS RBIS Winner, and NOHS Group Winner
‘In other words, Blake is already a once in a lifetime dog and his story is only just beginning ... ‘
ON THE COVER “Blake”
Exhibitor directory
THE CENTERFOLD “Willie” pg 18-19
9 Sublime-Kenshei Pugs Gch. Sublime-Kenshei Catch Me on the Fly 12 Andi Pugs Ch. Andi Winston Churchill 13 Andi Pugs Andi Theodore CGC RA 16 Jasez Pugs Jasez Giorgio Armani 22 Andi Pugs Gch. Andi On Deck
ON THE BACK COVER “Mariah”
23 Andi Pugs Ch. Andi Short Stop 26 Andi Pugs Ch. Andi Animal 27 Andi Pugs Ch. Casa Blanca’s Golden Ticket Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
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Featured articles FALL 2017 In every issue 3
It Takes a Village A letter from the publisher of Pug Talk Magazine.
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Focus on Juniors by Stephanie Breece Buehler
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The Whelping Box - Free Whelp or C-Section. A Big Decision by Beth Ballard
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Rally - Retiring a Legend by Margaret Regan
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Learning to Speak Pug -Watch and Learn Learning to observe your Pug can be the key to training and bonding. by Brenda Belmonte.
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Subscription and Advertising Rates Purchase a printed or digital subscription, or advertise your Pug or business.
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Tips from the Owner Handlers - Keeping it Fun Adventures in showing a very young special. by Ashley Fischer
Meet the Exhibitors 28-29
Breeder Showcase Meet Jennifer Hessell of Vanity Pugs.
Inside the Covers
FRONT Inside COVER “Willie”
BACK Inside COVER “Noble”
Key
Agility
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Conformation
Herding
Lure Coursing
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Obedience
Owner Handled
Rally
Tracking
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Sprout the Pug W E LO VE SPROU T!
“Mama told me we’re going to the Pug Dog Club of America’s National Specialty!” Later this year Mama told me we’re going to the Pug Dog Club of American’s National Specialty!
Sprout the Pug Sprout the Pug has big dreams and big adventures. Follow along and see what they are! by: DIANA CLYBURN
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Howdy from Texas! I’m Sprout The Pug! My fancy AKC name is Bookmark’s Never-Ending Somethin Hot. But you can just call me Sprout. I am super excited to be here with you good folks! Let me take this opportunity to introduce myself and tell you a little about any pug’s favorite topic (besides yummy food).... MYSELF! *giggles* My nickname is Pug Mcnugget. Mama gave it to me cause I’m grown but still so little. I’m two years old and only weigh about 11 lbs! I’m Queen of my castle and have several loyal(ish) subjects. First there are my big brothers. Atlas (CH Sunburg’s Pillar Of The Skies, WAC) the doberman is three years old and our fierce protector. We like to snuggle on the couch together. He steals all my toys though! Then there’s Butch the pound puppy. He’s a collie/german shepherd mix, about 6 years old. He’s lots of fun to play with cause I always win! Nova is the eleven year old cat. He has long black hair and is like a walking chew toy! He’s a good sport about it www.PugTalk.com
though. Well, most of the time. He bops me upside the head when he’s done playing. But it doesn’t slow me down! My little pug sister Sparkle (Sherfame’s Never-Ending Sparkling Gator Girl) is still a kid. She’s six months old and is learning all the things she needs to know to be a pug. Learning from me, of course. She’s a crazy kid sometimes and I have to tell her to knock it off (or get on the back of the couch where she can’t reach me) but she’s a lot of fun! She brings out the puppy in me! Not that it’s very hard to do! We live in my castle in Texas with Mama and Daddy. They take good care of us. Lots of toys and belly rubs. Play time outside. And yummy food!! So much yummy food... *dreamy eyes* When I first came to live here and I was even more wee than I am now, I had a different pug buddy. Her name was Bubbles (Int’l CH Sienna’s Victoria Anne of JPar, CGC). She taught me how to be a good pug, and the way things worked here at the castle. She told me stories about her great Aunt Tater Tot (Int’l CH J-Par’s Never-Ending Lalu Ka, RN, NJP, CGC) and her niece Smidgen (UKC CH Nat’l CH Int’l CH Sienna’s Never-Ending Just A Smidgen), both of whom had gone to puggy heaven the year before. The shenanigans they all used to get into together. How Tater Tot taught her to be a good Queen. How Smidgen taught her to be more of a snuggle pug. Now Bubbles was Queen and ruled with an iron
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Sprout the Pug puggy fist. Well, sort of. She had a squishy pug side. She let me chew on her and sometimes even take her nylabone right out of her mouth (wow!) but she did not share her food and the back of the couch was HER spot. The rules were few but I learned them fast! We were buddies and were happy together for almost a year. Then one night Bubbles suddenly went to puggy heaven at about 10 years of age. We were all very sad. Bubbles taught me so much and I will always remember her. I miss her. I was an only pug for awhile. I love my big brothers but I needed another pug buddy. That’s when Sparkle came along. She’s actually related to Bubbles, Tater Tot, and Smidgen! Her pug daddy Gator (AKC GCH Nat’l CH Int’l CH Sienna’s Never-Ending Alli Gator) is Smidgen’s brother! He lives with Mama’s Mama and sometimes comes to visit us. Sparkle and I are becoming good buddies, just like Bubbles and I were. She’s already outgrown me! Don’t worry, I’m still in charge! Sparkle and I go to work with Mama and Daddy everyday. Mama’s desk even has a pug cubbie in it so I snooze right there next to her. They work in a veterinary clinic so we get whatever care we need as soon as we need it! Sparkle is going to be a show dog just like Bubbles, Gator, and the others were. I tried to be a show dog when I was younger. I even got to participate in a couple shows. It’s a LOT of fun! All you have to do is prance around with Mama, wag your tail at that person who comes to pet you, eat treats, and look beautiful! I can SO do that! But Mama says I’m too much of a pug mcnugget to be a champion like her pugs before me, so I’ve decided to go another route. I’ve decided on fame!! Mama has been helping me with my social media for the last year. I’m on Facebook and, more recently, Twitter and Instagram! Things are really starting to take off! Not really surprising. I mean, I AM pretty cute! *wink* I have the best fans out there and I hope the fun continues for a long time! My dream is to be famous like The Bumblesnot, Chubbs The Wampug, or even Doug The Pug!! Mama and I are working hard at it. I’ve already had my portrait drawn by 157 of Gemma and gotten my first fan mail from a little girl all the way in England! And we all had tons of fun for my 2nd birthday party! I had a day at the spa, my very own birthday cake (that Mama made me share *pout*), and my picture taken dressed as the Queen I am!
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I also want to help all puggies have a great life like mine, so I have a store on Zazzle where people can buy some fun Sprout The Pug stuff and help rescue pugs at the same time! Mama is adding items all the time so there’s always something new to see! This year Mama told me we’re going to the Pug Dog Club of American’s National Specialty! Mama says it’s a big dog show just for pugs and lasts a whole week! A ton of pugs together for a whole week?! Count me in! Sparkle is going to participate in the show. I’m just going for the fun. And, you know, because I’m famous! *wink* I hope you’ll follow us on that adventure. Maybe I’ll even see some of you there and give you a pawtograph! Gotta run for now. My tummy clock is telling me it’s time for dinner! Have to go harass Mama now! Nice to meet y’all! I think this is the beginning of a beautiful, puggy friendship! Until next time! ~ www.facebook.com/ sproutthepug ~ www.twitter.com/ sproutthepug ~ www.instagram.com/ sproutthepugmcnugget ~www.zazzle.com/ sproutthepug Want to make a wee pug’s day? Send some fan mail! PO Box 178 Bedford, TX 76095
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C e l e b ra t i n g New G ra n d C h a mp i o n
Sublime-Kenshei Catch Me On The Fly
Multum in par vo O u r s i n c e re a p p re c i a t i o n to t h e s e j u d ge s fo r re c e n t ly re c o g n i z i n g O z z i e o n t h e way to h i s G ra n d C h a mp i o n s h i p : J u d ge D av i d S m a r t wo o d – Toy G ro u p 1 J u d ge D e n n i s M c C oy – Toy G ro u p 3 J u d ge S h e l l ey H e n n e s s y – Toy G ro u p 3 B re d by K i m , W h i t n ey, & C a i t Ru t h e r fo rd a n d S h a n n o n P r yo r B e n s o n O w n e d a n d l ove d by S h a n n o n P r yo r B e n s o n , B e rge n P r yo r, a n d S h e i l a Ke s s l e r E xc l u s i ve ly p re s e n t e d by B e rge n P r yo r
Feed like a Pro!
Understanding Caloric Needs Do you know how many calories your Pug needs per day? Understanding the caloric needs of your Pug can help you to keep your Pug healthy and happy, reducing health problems associated with obesity and malnourishment. In this article, Amber Lea Morgan explains how to calculate the daily caloric requirements of your Pug using research provided by the Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition. One of the most talked about topics in Pugs is weight. It’s no secret that Pugs are constantly hungry and are always ready for their next meal or snack. But where do you draw the line between too much food and not enough food? The Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition researched this topic and has developed a generic formula to help calculate the daily caloric requirements of your Pug. Their formula is based on a Pug’s target weight (referred to as “Bodyweight in kg”) and activity level (referred to as “Activity Variable”), making the formula a good resource for all types of Pug owners. To use the formula, you must first figure out what your Pug’s target weight should be in kg. The target weight is the weight that your Pug should be and is not what your Pug weighs now. Experienced Pug owners will not need guidance and will decide upon a number based on the Pug’s age, body size, composition, and overall structure. If you are not sure what the target weight of your Pug should be please consult with your veterinarian or the breeder of your Pug for help. Once you determine what your Pug’s target weight should be then you must make sure that the weight of your Pug is measured in kg. To convert pounds to kg, simply divide the weight of your Pug, in pounds, by 2.2. This will produce a number that is your Pug’s weight in kg. Next you must determine your Pug’s activity level. The table in the center of the page shows the different activity types and also lists an “Activity Variable.” This number will be different for each Pug depending on the amount of exercise your Pug receives daily and should be based on your Pug’s average Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
Inactive/Senior Activity Variable = 90 TYPE OF ACTIVITY Less than 3 hrs/day, all low intensity
Typical Activity Variable = 110 TYPE OF ACTIVITY Less than 3 hrs/day, mostly low intensity
Active Activity Variable = 125 TYPE OF ACTIVITY Less than 1-3 hrs/day, mostly high intensity
Highly Active Activity Variable = 175 TYPE OF ACTIVITY Less than 1-3 hrs/day, all high intensity PRO TIP: The variables above can be used with the following formula, which was developed by the Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition, to calculate the daily caloric needs of your Pug. CR (kcal/day) = Activity Variable • Bodyweight in kg (0.75)
References Grandjean, D. and Butterwick, R.. (2009). WALTHAM pocket book of essential nutrition for cats and dogs. Retreived from Waltham Center for Pet Nutrition
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activity level for the previous 7 days. Pugs that exercise infrequently may need their daily caloric requirements recalculated weekly, based on their current activity level, while Pugs that have structured activity may not need their daily caloric requirements recalculated as often. Now that you have your numbers ready, you can use the formula shown at the bottom of the table in the center of the page to produce the daily caloric needs of your Pug. It’s important to note that the number 0.75, shown in parenthesis, is an exponent. This means that you will need to multiply the Bodyweight in kg by a power of 0.75 before multiplying that result by the Activity Variable. If your Pug is overweight it is best to decrease your Pug’s weight slowly by reducing your Pug’s daily caloric intake by 25%. The same is true for an underweight Pug. A Pug needing to gain weight would need to gain weight slowly by increasing the Pug’s daily caloric intake by 25%. The easiest way to do this is to multiply the Pug’s daily caloric need by 0.75 for overweight Pugs, or by 1.25 for underweight Pugs. The number produced will tell you how many calories to feed your Pug daily so that your Pug can gain or lose weight. By reading the nutrition label on the side of the dog food bag, or calculating the calories in each batch of home made dog food that you make for your Pug, you can use the formula to adjust your portions to achieve the desired result. Keep in mind that each Pug will have a different metabolism and that this formula is only a guide to help you be successful in keeping your Pug at an optimal and healthy weight.
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Satin Balls A recipe that adds weight while improving the condition of your Pug’s coat Will not cause diarrhea and may be fed with or without kibble
Gr eat for Pi ck y Eater s
SERVING SIZE: 160 CALORIES PER SERVING
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Mix “dry ingredients” together, and set aside.
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Combine both mixtures (“dry ingredients” and “other ingredients”) in a large mixing bowl by kneading them together with your hands.
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Place the meatballs in a plastic, freezer safe bag or container and freeze for up to 6 months.
DRY INGREDIENTS: Total Breakfast Cereal 16 oz Oatmeal (uncooked) 42 oz box Wheat Germ 12 oz jar Knox Joint Gelatin 10 packets OTHER INGREDIENTS: Hamburger Meat (raw, 30% fat) 10 lbs Salmon Oil (wild) 1 1/4 cup Dark Molasses (unsulfured) 1 1/4 cup Egg Yolks (raw, with shells) 1 doz Cream Cheese 16 oz
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HOW TO FEED: Satin balls are intended to be served raw. Feed 1-3 meatballs per day, frozen or thawed, with or without other dog food or kibble. If mixing with other foods be sure to mix well, as many Pugs will pick out the satin balls and refuse the rest of the meal. The amount you feed your Pug will depend on how much weight you want your Pug to gain and how fast you want the Pug to gain the weight. You may also substitute 4-6 meatballs per day for the Pug’s regular dog food to entice stressed Pugs or picky eaters to keep their appetite. This can be especially valuable when traveling or when dealing with stud dogs that refuse food to pursue females in season.
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Tips from the Owner Handlers
Keeping it Fun Adventures in Showing a Very Young Special by: ASHLEY FISCHER Any of us who have been showing dogs for any length of time has been here before….. the dog who doesn’t really like to show, the special who has become bored, the dog who doesn’t let you know his level of enthusiasm, or lack thereof, until you have walked through the entrance into the ring. I have had them. In fact, a couple of them were still very successful. However, it was work and the dogs who were always switched on in the ring were more fun to show, even if all that enthusiasm had to be managed from time to time. Those dogs always gave the judge expression without any encouragement. Those dogs always held their stack at full attention. Those dogs kept showing. They loved it and they telegraphed their enjoyment to the judges. This brings me to my current dog. It’s no big secret that I have a very young special out now. Blake finished in 3 weekends before his 7-month Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
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Keeping it Fun Adventures in Showing a Very Young Special
birthday. He was a Grand Champion by 9 months. By that time he had two Best Bred By Exhibitor in Show wins, Owner Handler group wins, and his first group placement. By the time he was a year old, he had won a regular Toy Group, earned more group placements and racked up one Owner Handled BIS and 2 Owner Handled RBIS wins. He has been ranked in the top 10 this year, all owner handled. While I am immensely proud of these accomplishments, I am not listing them in order to brag. In some ways, I consider this to be one of the bigger challenges that I have faced in showing my dog. While this has been fun in the short term and it is so tempting to “go for it” and campaign
old boy to sit still through a long, boring lecture. I believe that time in the ring is part of a dog’s training, that there is no substitute for that experience. So, to keep his head in the game, Blake IS being shown as a special. However, we are not showing every weekend. I am choosing our shows and judges carefully, making sure he will always have a good, never an intimidating, experience. If it appears we are “chasing judges”, perhaps we are. However, it is not with the almighty win in our sights. It is in order to show to those judges who I know will show my young dog a good time.
this dog, I want to keep the bigger picture in my sights. We have all seen that robot special, the dog who never puts a foot wrong, who holds his free stack forever but who lacks pizzazz and even seems bored with the whole thing. Blake won’t hit his peak until he is at least two, probably three years old. How do I make sure he doesn’t become one of those burned out show dogs?
Most important, however, is HOW I approach showing Blake right now. I do let him ass around when the judge isn’t watching, only asking him to stand and wait when it is his turn to have the judge look at him. If he breaks his stack, no big deal….. we fix it. If he sits, no big deal…. I ask him to stand again. I use the ring for training. If we are waiting our turn to be examined, I might ask him to stand and wait and reward him for doing so. If we have a big entry of specials or we are in the group, we take the time to play with each other. You will see me on the ground roughhousing with him, hugging him, letting him be a puppy. And if he is being especially silly, I will actually use that as a training opportunity too, asking him to stand and wait so that he can practice a little impulse control. Admittedly, the impulse control is short lived and he can have the attention span of a gnat but again….. this is a process as we learn to perform TOGETHER as a team. And most important, when Blake is being …. well…. Blake, I laugh with everyone else who is watching him. I constantly remind myself that this creative playfulness is an integral part of our breed type.
The answer is simple….. keep it fun! Now Blake never has any trouble having fun. In fact, he can be exhausting to show sometimes. He can break stride and run. He can jump up on me. He can back up looking for his treat while in line with the other exhibits. He can spin. He can drop into a play bow or a sit or a down, offering any behavior he can think of to get his bait. He has snagged chicken out of my arm band and he has performed a nose dive on the run to pick up food off the ground. And then there is his signature move; the leap up in the air, grab the lead and flip over. In short, Blake is a clown. When we go into the group, I do warn those few handlers who don’t know Blake and his antics that he is young and rambunctious because I don’t want to feel pressure to stifle his enthusiasm. Still, after he won his first Owner Handled group, one disgruntled competitor sniffed and said, “Well, I guess they don’t have to behave!” My answer to her was, “No, he’s a baby. He doesn’t.” However, if he is going to be a special, he DOES need to learn his job. We do play with teaching the necessary behaviors at home, but we don’t have “training sessions” per se. I have treats around the house and in my pockets. We do group sits and stands with the other dogs. Blake is asked to wait when I put his food down before diving in after a release… but not all the time. We can be out for a walk and all of a sudden I will ask for a stand and have him “fix it” if his feet are a little off. It’s a game and I want to be very careful not to drill or over train anything. Unlike a lot of dogs who are fully trained before they ever step foot into the ring, Blake continues to be a work in progress because in my opinion he is just too young to be asked to perform as an adult dog. It would be like asking your 12-year Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
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When Blake first started showing as a 6-month old puppy, he didn’t want to leave the ring. He would put on the brakes as we exited and I would have to pick him up and carry him out of the ring. He has learned to leave under his own steam, knowing there will be treats waiting. However, I want him to keep that attitude. I want him to think the show ring is the most fun place in the world. Right now that is his only job. So…. if you see me enjoying his antics, antics that would give many handlers fits, know that is what we are doing……. making sure that Blake is having a good time. As much fun as it is to be handed a ribbon or rosette, right now we are building a career and that takes precedence over individual wins. And in the meantime as Blake is amusing himself while I attempt to maintain at least a modicum of control and decorum, I keep repeating to myself, “This is going to make him a great show dog. This is going to make him a great show dog.” as I laugh right along with him.
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DEAR PUG TALK, This is Ch Majoray’s Star Valli Girl! The dog in the background is Ch Majoray’s Love Me Tender! Dick and Joyce Finnegan California
Pug People Say 1 DEAR PUG TALK, This is my Lola puppy. She is so cute and I am so happy to have her in my family. She likes to chase the leaves in the yard and barks at me when I play with her. She is my first Pug. Yvonne Marisca Cheyenne, WY
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HELLO PUG TALK, This is Jagmin McJellybean. He got his name after the lead singer of my favorite band and the fact that he looked like a little black jelly bean as a baby. We got him when he was about 6 weeks old after looking for a pug for me for three years. He has a great disposition, loves playing Tug-Of-War with his brother, and nothing fazes him. He is my little Moon Pie Face. Love, Marleyna Augusteina Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
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HELLO PUG TALK, Here is a photo of my pugs. They paint and sell the paintings to raise money for Alabama Pug Rescue! Jeff and Amy McLelland of Hoover, Alabama www.ThePaintingPugs.com PS - we have owned pugs since 1990 and LOVE Pug Talk! www.PugTalk.com
The Whelping Box
The Whelping Box Free Whelp or C Section... A Big Decision.. by: BETH BALLARD
“So due date arrives, temp has dropped and those puppies you have planned for for so long are about to arrive...this is not an emergency situation.” So... you have planned this breeding for a year or longer... you have done all the pedigree research, health testing and prep, lined up the sire and made all the arrangements for semen to be shipped and you have done all you can to ensure your girl is expecting... the 32 day ultra sound proves you were successful and puppies are on the way.... great hopes and dreams riding on a smooth delivery... There are so many factors and feelings that go into what to do when it’s time for those priceless puppies to arrive and so many opinions of how it should be handled... In this issue’s article I want to give you some ideas and some things to research and think about to make decision making easier and hopefully help you make a safe decision on free whelp vs C section... First let’s look at some pre whelp practices that can help to keep everybody safe and make decisions easier with in- formation that is fact based and not guessing... If you did progesterone testing at the time of breeding, ( you did right?) you will be able to pin point due date within 24 hours with ease... remember, due date is calculated from ovulation date, not breeding date(s) ...so all other things being normal, no guessing at due date...My own personal procedure is that even tho I may know this whelping will be a planned C section I always, always, always get a pre whelp xray... I want to know how many puppies to expect and what position they are in ( it can change but Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
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at least you have an idea) and I want to get head measurements vs pelvic of the girl (what if she quietly goes into labor before you expect it? And if you are working toward seeing more free whelping than surgical deliveries in your breeding program , it is nice to know you are breeding girls with nice open pelvic measurements.) ... even if it’s going to be a C section, all these things are valuable information...I get pre whelp xrays on day 59. If you can get a digital xray, that is the absolute best. If I am planning a C section or the pre whelp xray shows the need for one, we put a team together right then and there and everybody knows what’s up and that they will be on call... So due date arrives, temp has dropped and those puppies you have planned for for so long are about to arrive... this is not an emergency situation... Some things to always ask for at your vet BEFORE heading into surgery are a quick pre surgical evaluation...and a reverse progesterone test which can easily be done via a target test if your vet does not have same day results...Target tests are not very reliable for breeding blood progesterone levels but they are perfect for making sure it is safe to proceed with a surgical delivery.... reverse progesterone level at which gestation is complete is 2ng or below... an ultra sound showing fetal intestinal movement is also a good indicator but should not be relied upon alone... reverse progesterone in conjunction with fetal ultra sound intestinal movement together let you know you have not one but two valuable tests www.PugTalk.com
telling you the same thing... Planned or non emergency cesarean sections are of course a risk, all surgical procedures are, but the risk is minimized due to good planning... if it becomes an emergency situation the risk rises significantly for both mother and pups....Don’t ever plan a C section to accommodate your schedule or your vet’s schedule or so you don’t have to be up at night ect... you bred this litter.. it is your responsibility...This pregnancy is not something that should be ended to make things convienent...this dog’s life and the life of her puppies are your doing and you can’t let her or them down. Holidays and weekends do not exist when it comes to breeding safely and responsibly. C sections done too early and without the best pre surgical care always have outcomes that are heartbreaking...it is a heavy weight for all to carry. Now you are wondering why... why a C section and why not free whelp... If, it were that easy, we would all be free whelping... there are many factors that indicate a C section is needed... There are several breeds, especially brachyce- phalic breeds that are very prone to C section deliveries...Know your breed, know your own girl(s) and have a good mentor or two or three...be prepared and have a good vet ready to help... don’t wait until it is a high stakes emergency. Beloved pets, valuable genetic contributions to your breed/breeding program and of course financial investment can slip away before you know it. Indications that a C section is necessary would be a suspicious pre whelp xray... something that shows without question this delivery can not happen via free whelp... transverse or malpostioned puppy(s) as I mentioned above, Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
The Whelping Box fetal distress, gestation longer than 64 days... (placentas are designed to last only 63 days and then begin the process of degradation, don’t wait to get veterinary help if you are over due according to progesterone dates..) Primary inertia or dystocia, both of these are emergency situations...dark green or black discharge before any puppy has been born.. don’t wait..go now...any type hemorrhage, failure to deliver a puppy within 24 hours of beginning stage one la- bor.... hard labor continuously without a puppy arriving, previous C section delivery, dead or decomposing puppies, and other indications...any signs of distress in your girl is a reason for concern...you and your vet should be shoulder to shoulder in making the decision to go to surgery... Free whelping, is work, plain and simple but... it is the most rewarding kind of work in breeding... If it is a possibility, I always let my girls try... we don’t always make it but I do let them try...I have a clip board and pen and plenty of paper and start noting everything... I write down every move and contraction time, anything I feel noteworthy, it goes on my paper... in the event a situation does arise, it is so much easier to grab my notes and take with me to read off to my vet rather than try in a stress filled moment to remember everything ...these notes all go into the file for that girl for future reference as well... they come in mighty handy when I am trying to decide if she should be bred again or if she is then I have a good picture of what to expect altho .. it could be totally different next litter... Free whelping takes time and almost always happens at night...if you are not physically able or mentally able to tolerate lack of sleep, maintain level thinking and handle a fair amount of stress, call in the cavalry, don’t be afraid to ask for help.. With the drop in progesterone comes all the vital signals necessary to produce milk and to shrink back uterine tissue after pups are born, to end a full estrus cycle and begin a new one and many other physiological and metabolic actions and to become the best mother she can be to her babies... a lot happens during those hours leading up to and during labor and delivery....within and on the outside of her body...it is absolutely miraculous... Even though I know due dates, I always start temping the girls a week out... I get a good baseline for them from four different times during the day and then I know when things begin to move up or down... I have never missed a temp drop even with a singleton, but I have read that on occasion there isn’t one...A drop into the low 98’s or upper 97’s is quite
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normal and actually coincides with the drop in progesterone levels needed to complete gestation....Nesting and digging and panting all indicate stage 1 labor... stage two is what I call hard labor when contractions can easily be seen and tracked.. I start counting the time from first good push and if no puppy within 2 hours of continuous contractions, I call the doc.... It can happen as well that one or more pups arrives safely and then trouble comes and a C section is needed to complete delivery. this is where your mentors and your vet come in awfully handy! Things can look so good and you feel so confident but... when it’s time to make the call... it’s time to make the call....any need for veterinary intervention should never be ignored... So, when it comes to deciding to free whelp or plan a safe surgical delivery, keep clear communication lines open between you and your vet and his team of helpers, set accurate outcome expectations...listen to your gut be prepared and enjoy those puppies! In future articles we will look at caring for our girls during and following surgical or free whelp deliveries and care of the puppies as well.... It is my honor to write the column for Pug Talk each issue... if you have canine reproduction questions you would like to see addressed in “The Whelping Pen” send suggestions to me at pugs4people2@yahoo.com or connect with me on facebook at Beth Ballard ( Birch Haven Pugs)
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Focus on Juniors HOW T O SHOW A PUG
“Every child should have two things: a dog and a mother willing to let her have one” I’ve only become familiar with Junior Showmanship since my daughter started competing at the age of nine, in 2010. It’s been quite the learning experience for me as a parent, and I have a whole new appreciation for their (junior) sport. Though I’ve been showing dogs since 1992, I’ve never knew much about junior showmanship. For those of you who are not familiar with Junior Showmanship, it can be quite challenging for the kids. Balancing school work while traveling, ring conflicts (juniors vs breed), bitches in season, etc. are not always easy.
Focus on Juniors The best way to learn about Junior Handling is through the eyes of the child showing the Pug and the team of adults that support the child. by: STEPHANIE BUEHLER photography: DIANA HAN
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“The pug is a beautiful breed, and when presented oh so beautifully, is very rewarding and breath taking.” Juniors are judged on their ability to present the breed they are exhibiting the best they can to the standard, amongst other juniors doing the same with their own breed of choice. While some may think it’s easy to present the Pug in either juniors or Breed, it can be challenging in itself. The pug www.PugTalk.com
is a beautiful breed, and when presented oh so beautifully, is very rewarding and breath taking. In my opinion, there are three important pug attributes that juniors should try to present to a juniors judge. Silhouette, flat face & bite. One very important detail that a junior should know is the proper examination of the bite of a brachycephalic breed. When a judge asks “show me the bite”, the junior should know we do NOT really “show the bite”. This is where the junior has the greatest advantage in the ring, and taking a moment to educate the judges on how to “properly” examine a pugs bite, and why.
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Focus on Juniors “In my opinion, there are three important pug attributes that juniors should try to present to a judge. Silhouette, flat face & bite.” What I have taught my daughter to say to a judge who says “Show me the bite”; Maddy will answer “With pugs we swipe the bite, feeling for the slight under bite. Would you like me to demonstrate?” If the judge should ask why we do not present the bite, the junior may say something to the effect of “by lifting up the lips/flews of the pug (and other brachycephalic breeds), it can cutoff air in their nasal cavity making it difficult to breath. This is why we chose to swipe the bite, being careful not to gouge the gums with my fingernail, keeping our thumb flat and horizontal with
silhouette of the pug in the lineup. Stacking the Pug, careful to not over stretch but making it square and checking to make sure the tail & curl are lying correctly. If possible, show the judge the beauty of the side profile with an arched neck, and flat face. Disclaimer: While junior dogs are important, the pugs they exhibit do not have to be perfect. All of these suggestions are of my own opinion, and personal experience as a junior mother. While I understand some readers and subscribers may be judges, the information I have just shared are of our own successful experiences.
the bite.” Secondly, the juniors should give the judge the complete
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Breeder Showcase
Showcase
by: JENNIFER HESSELL
Meet Jennifer Hessell, who’s love for Bulldogs quickly became a love for Pugs.
How Long Have You Been in Pugs? I purchased my first two pugs in 2013. My bulldog had recently died at the age of 12, and I had wanted a pug for a long time. And two pugs are better than one!
Pugs. My line is centered around Mianda. I am lucky to have such knowledgeable mentors , who have such experience in the pug breed and who are always there for me to answer any question I may have. I’d also like to thank Bonny Allegro of Honeypugs and Beth Ballard of Birch Haven Pugs, who have helped me in a number of ways!
What Breed Did You Start With? Bulldogs in 2002. I finished 8 champions and 5 bred-by champions by 2006, with limited breeding.
What Keeps You Showing? I have a passion for the pug breed. I love showing, planning breedings, and whelping/rearing puppies (although I do not do that very often). There is nothing more rewarding then finishing your own bred-by champion. A lot of work goes into matching up the proper dog with the proper Bitch, both complementing each other’s conformation and complementary pedigrees.
How Did You Choose Your Kennel Name? I decided on “Vanity” due to my love for makeup. I thought it fit my pugs perfectly, as they have that outgoing , “look at me” attitude. They are my royalty and prefer the posh life! Who do you consider the most influential stud dog of all time? I have to say CH Mianda’s Bossman of Schoss ROM. To me, he is the epitome of pug type. He has had a major impact on our breed. I do a lot of pedigree research, and find photos of the dogs in my pedigrees. I can put a picture of Boss next to a current Mianda line-bred dog, such as my GCH Mianda’s Prince Charming at Vanity, and see the same remarkable type.
What Do You Feel Is Your Contribution to the Pug World? I have a positive outlook and a passion for the breed. I am always there to help my fellow exhibitors and try to welcome new people to the breed. Dog shows are fun, albeit there is drama in any endeavor. I try to stay away from that and make show weekends a fun time to spend with my pug friends! I hope to build a long lasting legacy in the future.
Who Are Your Mentors? My main mentors are Phyllis & Garry Williams of Mianda Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
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Ch. Mianda’s Bossman of Schoss
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It’s hard to imagine that the puppy you love . . .
is now your champion! M M A A C X H
MACH Maximus Burgandy CD MXB MJS CGC Lovingly owned by Kathy J. Routten & David J. Borowski
Retiring a Legend by: MARGARET REGAN
Gizmo retired as the only Pug to acheive a Rally Advanced 21 title, but is the Pug world ready for High Voltage?
Gizmo and I went to Denver, Colorado for the Pug Nationals in late September 2016. Gizmo is 11 years old with some gray surrounding her wonderful face. She is a trooper when it comes to traveling. She loves to go different places and meet new people. This trip, as with all of the other Nationals we have been to, she has met old friends and is happy to see new ones. This trip would include her Rally Advanced Excellent 22 title that was going to be on Friday morning. Mom was a little nervous because Gizmo (Giz) is slowing down and has a tremendous amount of ring wisdom. I had toyed with the idea of retiring her sometime next year but it was up to her. As Friday morning came, we went to the ring and warmed up to get ready for her big title in showing. Gizmo is the only Pug to achieve a Rally Advanced Excellent 21 title and I believe she is the number 2 dog in the country to achieve such titles. If records serve me right, the next Pug in line has a RAE 3 or maybe a RAE 4. So Gizmo should hold her title in tact for a while. Gizmo is a champion in her own right, having her own titles as follows: CD, NJP, CGC, CGC-A, CGC-U, and RAE 21. As we finished her first run (excellent course) we came in 3rd. I knew we had a shot to finish her title. They changed the course to the Advanced level, and it was our turn to run. My nerves were high only because the title was on the line and Gizmo was getting tired. We made it. We finished with a qualifying score and placed 2nd. Gizmo got her RAE 22 title and I was so pleased. My little Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
girl who showed me what love and commitment was all about never quit. I decided to retire her at Nationals. We both walk out of there holding our heads up high, only to know that there is a soft couch waiting for her at home. We qualified for the showcase on Saturday. She was the number 3 Rally Pug in the Nation. Nationals in Denver, Colorado was exciting with a wonderful facility and great food. Accommodation was great and the staff bent over to make us feel welcomed. Thank you Denver, Colorado Crown Plaza for the wonderful hospitality, courteous staff, and all of the warm welcomes that came with our stay. Thank you for loving our Pugs and for cheerfully petting them as we walked through the halls. The lunches were fulfilling and the awards dinner was great. The Crown Plaza was a beautiful place to hold our Nationals Specialty show. It was great to see old friends and I got to know next year’s Show Chair, Joella Collier-Flory, who appointed me as the Rally Chair for the 2017 Pug Nationals. Ft. Worth Texas here we come. Gizmo will be 12 in January so we are hoping that our health stays in-tact. I have a new Pug who came with me named High Voltage. He ran to get one of his Rally advanced legs and has taken over Gizmo’s spot in Rally. Gizmo will watch proudly from the sidelines and will have a nice retirement. She is my soul mate and my drug of choice.
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Learning to Speak Pug
Watch and Learn by BRENDA BELMONTE, CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed
It’s no secret that I love to work with dogs. I enjoy watching them figure out problems, work to perform what they think I want, and I am continuously amazed at how they can adjust and adapt to their environment. Their human counterparts, better known as owners or pet parents, could learn a thing or two just by spending some time watching them.
Suzanne Clothier calls this “connection.” When we are connected we can learn from each other. When connected we move together. Dogs connected to their person ask for permission instead of pulling toward what they want. Owners connected to their dog recognize what the dog needs, and they know how their dog can earn it. They also know how to “pay” their dog, recognizing the behaviors that need a jackpot of rewards, and those that a simple smile or “yes” will suffice.
Think about how little dogs “say” and yet they communicate among themselves quite clearly. They only use verbal communication, barking, when absolutely necessary. Even confrontations can be solved without verbal communication. A subtle lift of the lips, a change in ear position, or tensing of the muscles can clearly say “back off” without even so much as a sound!
The disconnect often occurs when the human uses his mouth instead of his brain and body. Owners verbally ramble, repeat the dog’s name or commands over and over, often raising their voice as if the dog was deaf. They keep walking forward as their dog pulls towards other dogs or people, instead of standing still, waiting for the dog to reconnect. They complain about their dog’s behavior, or worse yet make excuses, instead of committing the time to train. Then they reach for punishment based tools and techniques out of frustration.
When I work with a dog I always observe his body language first. I wait to see if he will offer me attention, often without making a sound to cue any particular behavior. When I teach a new behavior I rarely give a verbal cue, preferring to wait until I have the behavior first, then building an association between the new learned behavior and the human word. After all it is the human who needs to call the behavior something. A simple hand motion (signal) or body language cue and the dog understands what I want.
Try not talking to your Pug. Just stand there in the room with him. And wait. Be patient. Then reward him when he looks at you. Pet him, tell him what a good dog he is. Treat him, then stand quietly and wait for his response. You might be surprised at how connected you become.
My vocabulary when working with dogs is often quite limited. I use “yes” to mark behaviors I want, praise in a happy tone when I want to maintain attention especially when moving or teaching walking skills. I sometimes use an “oops” cue but more often than not I let my actions tell the dog he is wrong. My students are always amazed at how much focus I get from even an aroused or excited dog. Noted trainer and German shepherd breeder Quarter 3 - Fall 2017
Silence is golden. Body language speaks volumes! Especially when you are a Pug! Two Paws Up Dog Training, Inc. www.twopaws-up.com
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