And that’s a wrap for Water this year
President’s Message PWDCC Ontario Water Trial Resulsts
PWDCC Western Branch Water Trial Results Remembering Pat
Vokes PWDCA Specialty Results Sniffing Across the Country
Board Minutes PWDCC Achievement Awards Upcoming Events
Shopping
PWDCC Board of Directors and Officers
effective December 12, 2023
President Catherine Gadd
Dieppe, New Brunswick
Vice President
Jennifer Byers Montreal, Quebec
Secretary Tan Crombie Georgetown, Ontario
Treasurer
Diane Dirsus Keswick, Ontario
Directors
Lorie Crouch
St. Catharines, Ontario
Michelle Hammerschmidt
Chilliwack, British Columbia
Denyse Martin
Sherwood Park, Alberta
Roy Vokes Nobleton, Ontario
Rescue Coordinators
Program Coordinator and Central and Eastern Region
Jennifer Byers
Montreal, Quebec 514-773-9376
Western Region
Ian Koturbash
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 306-230-4265
Website Production and Waterlog Editor
Roslyn Eskind Toronto, Ontario
Breeder Contact Deirdre Hall Stouffville, Ontario
I’d like to take a moment to reflect on the joy and camaraderie that our water activities bring. Memories of warm summer days spent with friends and our dogs on the water are truly special. Seeing all the photos of water trial teams in action and celebrating their achievements reminds us of the bond we share with our seafaring breed. What better activity could there be for our water lovers?
Congratulations to everyone who participated in the water trials this summer. Our program continues to grow, and this year was no exception. We sanctioned eight trials across Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia. With 193 entries, there were 55 qualifying scores and an impressive 45 new titles awarded. Well done to all!
If you and your dog achieved something new this year don’t forget to apply for the PWDCC achievement badges. These badges are free for PWDCC members, and the deadline to apply is February 15, 2025.
This issue of the Waterlog marks the end of an era as it is the final edition produced by Roslyn Eskind after 22 incredible years. On behalf of everyone, I want to again extend our heartfelt thanks to Roslyn for her dedication and contributions. In my previous message, I called for volunteers to help carry on her legacy and I’m pleased to announce that we have found two wonderful individuals to step into key roles. Brawna Levy will be managing the website, and Susan Vanderberg will serve as our new graphic designer. Thank you, Brawna and Susan, for stepping up!
While these roles are filled, we still need more help with the Waterlog, particularly with sourcing content, looking up show results, and assisting with editing. If you’re interested in contributing to our team, I’d love to hear from you.
As 2024 comes to a close, I hope you find time to relax and enjoy the festive season with family and friends. Thank you for your continued support, and don’t forget to renew your membership!
Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a wonderful start to 2025 Catherine, Catherine
Gadd
PWDCC President cathy@pwdcc.org
Laurel Creek Conservation Area, Waterloo Ontario
August 23/24/25, 2024
79 entries
Junior
J1
Courier Diamonds Strongest Stone with Claircreek
Breeder Courier PWDs, Brawna Levy
Owner Brawna Levy & Becca Levy
Handler Becca Levy
August 25, 2024
John Ellery
J7
Courier’s Hazel-Nut Canela of Siena
Breeder Courier PWDs, Brawna Levy
Owner Jamey Medeiros & Eleanora Larizza
Handler Jamey Medeiros
August 24, 2024
John Ellery
J13
LunaNova’s Cruzin’ Into The Sunset Breeder Lunanova/New River, Carolynne Issa & Angie Frasson
Owner Blaire Hanna
Handler Blaire Hanna
August 24, 2024
John Ellery
Apprentice
A3
Charbr Bonavista Tide And Tickle, JWD, RN, ,RI, RA, RX, NS
Breeder Charbr, Cindy & Henri Berube
Owner Bev Wicks
Handler Bev Wicks
August 23, 2024
Catherine Gadd
A7
Pattedeau’s Sittin’ On The Dock, JWD
Breeder Pattedeau, Karine Simard
Owner Ann Wilson
Handler Ann Wilson
August 24, 2024
John Ellery
A8
Searidge Pas De Deux
Breeder Searidge, Janice Riley
Owner Catherine Gadd
Handler Catherine Gadd
August 24 & 25, 2024
John Ellery
A9
Kalista’s Divining Dowser
Breeder Kalista, Linda K. Hunt
Owner Shirley Coleman
Handler Shirley Coleman
August 23, 2024
Catherine Gadd
Working Excellent
W1 3rd leg
Baywood’s Wild Rose, WWD, AWD, ATD, NS, RN, VN, SDIN, SSB, SGDC, MAC-1
Breeder Baywood PWD, Brenda Brown
Owner Tan Crombie
Handler Tan Crombie
August 23, 2024
Catherine Gadd
W2 3rd leg
CH Claircreek Elegant Ivy, CGN SDIN
JWD AWD WWD
Breeder Claircreek, Donna Gottdenker
Owner Daphne Porter
Handler Daphne Porter
August 23, 2024
Catherine Gadd
Working
W3
1st, 2nd 3rd legs, all in same location
CH Baywood N Freestyle Trip Of A
Lifetime, RN AWD
Breeder Baywood/Freestyle, Brenda
Brown & Jane Freeman
Owner Lori Crouch
Handler Lori Crouch
August 23, 24 & 25, 2024
Catherine Gadd & John Ellery
Courier
C1
1st, 2nd 3rd-all in same location
Charbr’s Bica Pingada, WWD
Breeder Charbr, Cindy & Henri Berube
Owner Nancy & Roger Stonell
Handler º
August 23, 24 & 25, 2024
Catherine Gadd & John Ellery
C2 1st & 2nd legs
OTCH GCH Pattedeau’s Crown Jewel, RAE WWDX
Breeder Pattedeau, Karine Simard
Owner Ann Wilson
Handler Ann Wilson
August 23&24
Catherine Gadd & John Ellery
M1 46th
CH SWSeas The One N Only Harvey, CDX PCD BN GN RM4 RAE2 FDC NF
CAA DCAT ACT2 SWM SIAE THDN RATS
DJA DNA CGCA CGCU TKP ATT FITB
FTI MWD8
Breeder SweetWaterSeas, Angela Robinson
Owner Amanda Ellery
Handler Amanda Ellery
August 23,2024
Catherine Gadd
M2 10th
GCH Ridgehaven Unexpected Journey, CDX CGN RM RMX SDA MWD
Breeder Ridgehaven, Karen Matthews
Owner Lorie Crouch
Handler Lorie Crouch
August 25,2024
John Ellery
M3 13th, 14th, 15th
OTCH Charbr’s Mauzzi Morning, TDCH
AGIV AGNJV JTV NS CGN CL3 C-SWP
MWD2
Breeder Charbr, Cindy &Henri Berube
W4
Charbr Bonavista Tide And Tickle, JWD
AWD RN RI RA RX NS
Breeder Charbr, Cindy & Henri Berube
Owner Bev Wicks
Handler Bev Wicks
August 24,2024
Catherine Gadd
Owner Pat & Roy Vokes
Handler Pat Vokes
August 23, 24 & 25, 2024
Catherine Gadd & John Ellery
Laurel Creek Conservation Area Waterloo Ontario
Friday August 23, 2024
Judge Catherine Gadd
It was a pleasure to judge the first of three days of the PWDCC Ontario water trials on 23 August. As usual the Ontario committee ran an excellent trial. This group of water enthusiasts are so knowledgeable, supportive and encouraging to all who attend their trials. Many thanks Carolynne Issa and Brawna Levy, Co-chairs, and to your hardworking committee. Special thanks to Joanne Skalos, trial secretary extraordinaire. Yours is not an easy job. Many thanks to the stewards who did an excellent job and to all volunteers, trials could not run successfully without your support. Hospitality was outstanding, delicious lunches at the site and dinners out. I love the host hotel only minutes away from the site. It is the most comfortable dog friendly hotel I have ever stayed at.
We had perfect summer weather on Friday, warm sunny with only a light breeze which made rowing and keeping the boats steady very easy. Nine new titles were earned from the Junior to Courier levels.
I very much enjoyed trialing my dog on the other two days under John Ellery. We were thrilled to welcome him back to Ontario this time as a judge. The teams were able to do their best under his calm and kind manner.
Congratulations to all the teams entered, it was an honour to judge you. I loved being back in Ontario enjoying my favourite summer activity with friends old and new and their wonderful dogs.
Thank you for inviting me.
Catherine Gadd
Judge John Ellery
Saturday/Sunday August 24/25, 2024
I would like to thank the PWDCC Ontario Water Trial Host Committee for giving Amanda and I the opportunity to trial one day under judge Catherine Gadd and for asking me to be the judge for the two subsequent trials. It was a pleasure to compete with and judge for your club and its wonderful members.
We had the opportunity to trial at the Laurel Creek Conservation Area in 2022 as part of our participation in the PWDCC National Specialty. That experience was very special, so I was excited to receive the invitation to judge your 2024 water trial. With freshly minted water trial judges, I recognize that clubs are taking a bit of a chance with asking them to judge their trials. This was only my second judging assignment since being approved as a judge, so I really appreciate the opportunity.
Carolynne Issa and Brawna Levy did an excellent job as co-chairs for the trial. Their communication was clear, concise, and timely, which helped keep the trials moving along, the judges and competitors informed, and helped to ensure the trials were without incident. Joanne Skalos was the Trial Secretary, which is a very large and challenging role at any water trial. I really appreciate her work to support me and keep me on track with paperwork throughout the trials.
Through our process to become water trial judges, Lorie Crouch and I have become friends. Her role as Chief Steward, along with the support of her assistant Becca Levy, ensured that the site was ready for each trial and that we always had capable volunteers to keep the trial running well. No trial can operate without equipment, so a very special thank you to Pat and Roy Vokes for making sure the trial equipment was available and in excellent working condition. Finally, I would like to acknowledge the great job by Angie Frasson for ensuring that everyone was well nourished and for the drinks and snacks that kept me energized while judging.
On Saturday, I was given the honor of selecting the recipient of the Lorraine Wilson "Most Promising" Award. The “Most Promising” award is selected from Junior and Apprentice participants in the Saturday Trial whether a certificate or title is earned or not. For this year’s award, I selected Jamey Medeiros and Hazel. Their Junior run demonstrated a solid understanding of the exercises, showed teamwork only possible with a strong bond between handler and dog, and they clearly looked like they were having fun throughout their run. I expect that with continued training and experience this team will be able to achieve whatever goals they set.
I also had the pleasure of awarding the Sixth Annual Charles Robinson Performance Recognition Award in honor and memory of Judge and Water Trial Mentor Mr. Charles Robinson. I had the good fortune of knowing Chuck, learning from his extensive knowledge, and training with him through his membership in our local club. My closest mentors while working to become a judge also regularly referred to how Chuck would handle various judging scenarios. Prior to this trial I was not aware of the award in his name, so it was very special to learn that I would be selecting the recipient. My choice for this year was Pat Vokes and Mauzzi, who had spectacular runs all weekend and finished the weekend with an MWD3. My award selection was based on evaluating Saturdays runs for all teams, but I can say that Pat and Mauzzi consistently worked as an effective partnership with a mutually beneficial relationship. Their love for each other and for the sport was obvious. It is with great sadness that realize I will not have the opportunity to watch this team trial in the future. Pat will be greatly missed.
While recognizing specific teams with awards is special, I also want to acknowledge that there were many successes and moments of brilliance for the other teams in the trial. For those that qualified, I applaud your efforts, your dedication to your canine partner, and your journey through the various levels of water work. Teams that did not qualify should take away many things from the trials. First, know that you took advantage of an opportunity to have fun with your dog, which should be your number one priority at any trial. Another take away is that every failure is a chance to identify areas of focus for future training. What I hope for all teams is that they come away looking forward to the next training opportunity and the next trial. I wish everyone continued progress towards your water training goals.
I hope to see everyone again soon at a water trial or other event. Thank you again for the privilege to be one of the judges for your 2024 water trial.
John Ellery
Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, BC
September 21/22, 2024
Total 66 entries
53 runs (+13 withdrawals)
Judge Sarah Kahn
Junior
J2
Whoosh Lightsaber
Breeder Robin & Greg Illchuk
Owner Linda & Chris Desjardins
Handler Chris Desjardins
Sept 21, 2024
J6
Commocean’s Yogi
Breeder Lorraine C Davidson
Owner Linda & Chris Desjardins
Handler Linda Desjardins
Sept 21, 2024
J9
Whoosh Luna on the Move
Breeder Robin & Greg Illchuk
Owner Cameron VandenBrink
Handler Cameron VandenBrink
Sept 22, 2024
Apprentice
Baywood N Freestyle Patron of Sailors, JWD RN ATD AMTD
Breeder Brenda Brown, Jane Freeman
Owner Tanya Strom, Brenda Brown
Handler Tanya Strom
Sept 21, 2024
J2
Whoosh Lightsaber
Breeder Robin & Greg Illchuk
Owner Linda & Chris Desjardins
Handler Chris Desjardins
Sept 22, 2024
J6
Commocean’s Yogi
Breeder Lorraine C Davidson
Owner Linda & Chris Desjardins
Handler Linda Desjardins
Sept 21, 2024
J6 FEO
Commocean’s Yogi
Breeder Lorraine C Davidson
Owner Linda & Chris Desjardins
Handler Linda Desjardins
Sept 22, 2024
W1 WWD title
GCH Baywood Naut Your Captain, RN
Breeder Brenda Brown, Katherine Butkovic
Owner Patricia Belliveau, Brenda Brown, Katherine Butkovic
Handler Patricia Belliveau
Sept 22, 2024
W2 WWDX title
Baywood Work of Art
Breeder Brenda Brown, Laura Gourlay
Owner Shirley Milnes
Handler Shirley Milnes
Sept 21, 2024
W3 WWD title
InDrive’s Yachta Yachta Yachta, AWD RA
PCD HT AS SN
Breeder Rachel Cullen
Owner Cathy & Roman Hammerschmidt
Handler Cathy Hammerschmidt
Sept 21, 2024
W4 WWDX title
Baywood Leonardo
Breeder Brenda Brown
Owner Barbra & William McCaffrey
Handler Barbra McCaffrey
Sept 21, 2024
W5 2nd leg
Baywood Waterwave Seaglass
Breeder Cindy Gamache, Carole Gill, Brenda Brown
Owner Denyse Martin
Handler Denyse Martin
Sept 21, 2024
C8 WWDX title
Baywood Waterwave Seaglass
Breeder Cindy Gamache, Carole Gill, Brenda Brown
Owner Denyse Martin
Handler Denyse Martin
Sept 22, 2024
W6 2nd leg
Baywood Raven Soars to Waterwave
Breeder Cindy Gamache
Owner Cindy Gamache
Handler Cindy Gamache
Sept 21, 2024
W6 WWDX title
W6 2nd leg
Baywood Raven Soars to Waterwave
Breeder Cindy Gamache
Owner Cindy Gamache
Handler Cindy Gamache
Sept 22, 2024
C10 FEO
Chulsa’s Final Descent
Sue Hopkins
Michelle Hammerschmidt
Michelle Hammerschmidt
Sept 22, 2024
Courier
C5 CWDX title
GCH Baywood Gota Dare ToBe Difrent
Breeder Brenda Brown, Sharon Walker
Owner Karen Massner
Handler Karen Massner
Sept 22, 2024
C9 2nd leg
Baywood’s Got It All
Breeder Brenda Brown, Sharon Walker
Owner Karen Massner
Handler Karen Massner
Sept 22, 2024
C10 FEO
Chulsa’s Final Descent
Breeder Sue Hopkins
Owner Michelle Hammerschmidt
Handler Michelle Hammerschmidt
Sept 22, 2024
Master
M1 2nd leg
GCH InDrive’s Sloop Doggy Dog
Breeder Rachel Cullen
Owner Michelle Hammerschmidt
Handler Michelle Hammerschmidt
Sept 21, 2024
Cathy Hammerschmidt Trial Secretary
The very successful inaugural PWDCC Western Branch Water Trial at Cultus Lake Provincial Park in Chilliwack, BC was held September 21-22, 2024.
First off a big thank you must be given to Michelle Hammerschmidt for her vision and determination to get a Water Trial in BC. It was a lot of negotiating with Sea to Sky Parks but she did it!
Thank you also to Sarah Kahn who came up from Seattle to judge. We had several teams who had never trialed or acted as Stewards before and she was so kind, helpful and welcoming to them all. And to the rest of us as is her usual way.
We were very surprised at how quickly the trial filled. We had budgeted for 35 entries and at the end of the day we had 66! For various reasons there were withdrawals after closing and we ended up with 53 runs over two days - all levels from Junior, with this being the first dog sport for some, all the way up to Master.
The mid-September weather cooperated and the water was clear and warm. The summer crowds had put away their boats and jet-skis so the water was very calm, almost like glass for many of the runs.
Congratulations to all the teams who qualified:
Due to the huge number of donations received we were able to have Judge’s Choice Awards for each level on both days. And the winners were:
Saturday
Junior Blair Sharp and Luke (4 lb Big Country Raw)
Apprentice Christine McKinnon and Huxx (4 lb BCR food)
Working Pat Belliveau and Blast (12 lb BCR food)
Courier Cindy Gamache and Raven (18 lb BCR food)
Master Michelle Hammerschmidt and Nokk (30 lb BCR food)
Sunday
Courier Sandy Nicholls and Tug (Scent Work package from Nose and Hearts Scentwork Supplies)
Working Cathy Hammerschmidt and Jaxx (leash/collar from Sunspot Paracord Creations )
Apprentice Chris Desjardins and Saber (leash/collar from Sunspot Paracord Creations)
Junior Sophie Cook and Mabel (leash/collar from Sunspot Paracord Creations)
Our overall Spirit Award of a 30 lb box of Big Country Raw went to Denyse Martin.
Also, because of all the donations, we were able to offer our version of a Canadian Ducky Derby, ‘I Want to be a Beaver’. Dogs’ names were put on sticks, tossed in the water, and dogs were drawn to retrieve the winners. The funny thing was that a real beaver was spotted around the corner from the trial site when the boats arrived for set up.
We also need to thank The Golden Nomads Photography for coming out to their first ever PWD Water Trial. They spent both days with two photographers to provide competitors with some amazing photos. They were so amazed at what our breed can do!
The goal for Michelle and myself when we started planning was to make this trial extra special so people would want to come back to BC. From feedback received we feel we succeeded and we will be hosting again next year. Pending approval, the BC trial dates are Sept. 13-14, 2025.
by Golden Nomads Photography.
If Pat were wanting to leave everyone with one message it would a favourite quote she often shared,
“Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always”
The PWDCC community lost a loved and respected member. Pat contributed so much to the PWDCC, taking very seriously her position on the board as Treasurer and consultant on budgeting and other financial matters. But Waterwork, with her calm and loving presence, was clearly her passion. Along with Roy, Pat’s work at the trials was always so reassuring. Pat was always available to help others, mentoring and cheering on them on. Her love of Kelby and Mauzzi was so apparent and inspiring. Her gifted gentle training resulted in outstanding results. Even at the last trial this August, Pat, although not well, showed her devotion. Gone much too soon, we all grieve your passing.
There are no words to capture the heartbreaking loss of this incredible woman. Mentor, coach and tireless supporter to so many. A soft, kind exterior with a fierce, loving heart. Pat shared her knowledge, celebrated your successes, consoled and then helped you learn from the lessons. Missed so so much.
Tan Crombie
JANUARY 26, 1960 – SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
It is with incredible sadness that we want to let everyone know that Pat passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was with her husband Roy and their wonderful dog Mauzzi.
Pat was born in Niagara Falls, Ontario to parents Peter and Gwen Bracalente. She was the second youngest of five and shortly after her birth the family moved to Barrie. Barrie was home for Pat and where she spent her childhood surrounded by family and extended family. Pat remained extremely close to all her siblings throughout her life and appreciated their wonderful support and love always.
Pat started her working career with Barrie Credit Union and soon after was offered a position at Bank of Nova Scotia. After several years she joined her sister Sandy in the computer industry. There she and Sandy worked at helping two fast growing companies grow into valuable entities. At the second entity Pat held the role of Comptroller but with the move of the company to Nova Scotia, Pat stuck to her Ontario roots and decided to strike out on her own in the accounting and bookkeeping field. It is here that she enjoyed building a business with clients and work that she enjoyed doing from home.
It was during her banking days in Barrie that she met Roy, who she referred to as the love of her life. Much later in August 2000 Pat and Roy moved to Nobleton and together they set up a home full of love and commitment. Pat accepted Roy’s marriage proposal while at the top of Panorama Mountain in BC and then in 2009 they travelled to Lake Powell, Arizona and were married in Navajo Canyon, AZ.
In 2006 a new world opened up for Pat with the arrival of a Portuguese Water Dog named Kelby. This was an opportunity for Pat to express her caring nature and acute intuitiveness to create and develop a new career hobby in dog training. Pat fully applied herself as she always does and worked with Kelby first, and then later with Mauzzi, to achieve many of the highest levels of dog training and competition in Canada. Her favourite activity by far was Waterwork working through the exercises and levels that honour the historical work of the breed. Waterwork was also an activity that brought the “whole team” together. Roy and Pat trained and worked together to compete in Canada and the US with their unique style and keen competitiveness. Both Kelby and Mauzzi rose to the top levels of competition.
Although the ribbons and medals gave Pat a lot of pride, it was actually the time spent to bring the incredible abilities out in her dogs that provided her the most satisfaction. She was keen to share her knowledge and style with anybody who would listen, and she will be remembered for all the time and effort she so generously shared with others. Every bit of sharing brought her good feelings and at her best.
Pat is survived by her loving husband and soulmate Roy (“Buck”) and Mauzzi, immediate family Mother Gwen (Chuck), brother Steven, sister Sandra, and sister Maria (Michel). Pat was predeceased by brother Jamie (2015). Nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews were all dearly loved by Pat.
A celebration of Pat’s life will take place at a later date. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Donations can be made to the Canadian Wildlife Federation or to a charity of choice.
Eight years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Pat when Mauzzi was just a pup. Pat was committed to starting Mauzzi on the right path with canine fitness and routine canine physio, knowing he would lead an active lifestyle. Pat became one of my longest-standing and most cherished clients, and I looked forward to each visit with genuine excitement.
Team Mauzzi became legendary with their achievements in the water. Pat possessed remarkable talent but remained humble, never one to boast—that simply wasn’t her style. Not only did Pat exhibit exceptional training skills with Mauzzi (in dog sports and canine fitness), she also had an amazing ability to teach and train others. She was always positive and supportive and saw the good in every dog.
I consider myself lucky to have known Pat. She possessed a gentle and kind soul, both The world has indeed lost an extraordinary person.I am forever grateful for having known Pat. Until we meet again.
Carolyn A. McIntyre, H.BKin., MSc. PT., PgCPain, Diploma in Canine Rehabilitation
Best of Breed
GCHG OVERLOOK LISIJI EVERYTHING BEE ALRIGHT
Best of Opposite Sex
GCHS AQUAFORTIS LORENZO ALEXANDER ROBEL
Select Dog/Best of Breed Owner Handler GCHP CNSAND ARDANWOOD IT’S GOOD TO BE KING NA NF
Select Bitch/Award of Merit
CH AARBELLE’S KEZIAH EVERY MOMENT
Best Puppy
INFINITI N SEAWORTHY DOUBLE BUBBLE (B)
Best of Winners/Winners Bitch
OREOBAY BREAKAWAY
Winners Dog
MARIPOSA’S ALL THE PRESIDENTS MEN AT CASA DO VASCO
Reserve Winners Dog
DOMARCO DOWNEAST TURN THIS TOWN UPSIDE DOWN BLUEL
Reserve Winners Bitch
ALLEGIANCE JUNEVER KNOW
Best Veteran/Award of Merit
SWSEAS THE ONE N ONLY HARVEY
Best Bred By
SEARIDGE THE BEACH IS BACK IN WAIKIKI (B)
Awards of Merit
CH AARBELLE’S KEZIAH EVERY MOMENT
SOUTHERN SPLASH THE FLOATING ADMIRAL
CH MARINELLA’S THAT’S MONEY HONEY
GCH BLUELINE’S FRENCH COURTESAN CD BN RA CGC
GCHB SEARIDGE SOME GAVE ALL ALLEGIANCE FISH OUT OF WATER WITH MARINELLA
ALLEGIANCE SET IN STONE
CH SEARIDGE LIBERTY BELL
GCHS SEAWORTHY’S GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN
SWSEAS THE ONE N ONLY HARVEY INFINITI MIDNIGHT COCOA BEAN
4-6 Mo Beginner Puppy
Judge Lonnie Carroll
BELLADONNA’S DOMENICO
4-6 Mo Beginner Puppy Best of Opposite HIBISKISS RADIANCE
Dog Classes
Judge Andrew I Kalmanash
Tuesday September 10, 2024
Puppy 6-9 Mo DOG
1 AFORTUNADO UNEXPECTED GIFTS AT MON REVE
2
4 CUTWATER FOLLOW THE WESTERN WIND
12-15 Mo DOG
1 DOMARCO DOWNEAST
4 OREOBAY WAVE ON WAVE
15 -18 Mo DOG
1 SEARIDGE AQUA BY GIORGIO ARMANI
Amateur Owner Handler Dog
1 CUTWATER WHERE THE WIND TAKES ME NA OAJ NF SCN
2 RUSTYCO MAKIN’ WAVES AT TURNABOUT
Bred By Exhibitor Puppy DOG
1 STOWAWAY BUNS OF STEEL
2 MARINELLA’S EVEN IT UP
3 SALT HEIRS N VALKYRIE’S YACHT LIFE LEGASEA
Bred By Exhibitor Adult DOG
1 DOWNEAST GETTIN’ DOWN IN FUNKYTOWN WITH DOMARCO
2 FIRE LAKE’S SYMON SEZ
3 SOUTHERN SPLASH THE DAVINCI CODE
4 SALT HEIRS SCOOPER BOWL SUNDAE
American Bred DOG
1 SEABWORTHY’S I SAW THREE SHIPS
2 SEABROOK’S OLIVER TWIST AND SHOUT
3 CNSAND ARDANWOOD POULTRY IN MOTION
4 PASTOR DEPEIXES THE MAN IN BLACK
Open DOG
1/W MARIPOSA’S ALL THE PRESIDENTS MEN AT CASA DO VASCO
2 DOWNEAST SMUDGE OF BURNT UMBER CGC TKN ATT
3 MARINELLA PART TIME LIVER AT ARK ANGEL
4 FADOS GEORGIE PORGIE PUDDIN N PIE
Breeder/Owner Deidre Hall
CH Fado Salto Um Tesouro Precioso X CH Fado’s Dance The Night Away
Bitch Classes
Judge Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia
Wednesday September 11, 2024
Puppy 6-9 Mo BITCH
1 FAR AWAY LAVENDER HAZE
2 OVERLOOK LISIJI LEAVE IT to BEEZER
3 STREAMSIDE I MADE YOU LOOK
4 OREOBAY CATCH HER IN THE RYE
Puppy 9-12 Mo BITCH
1 SEAWORTHY’S LOVE LOVE ME DO
2 AQUAMARINIE’S YESTERDAY ONCE MORE TKN3 SAILOR’S DREAM GODDESS OF THE SEA
3 SAILOR’S DREAM GODDESS OF THE SEA
4 SAILOR’S LOVELY LADY OF LISBON
12-15 Mo BITCH
1 COVE’S END SEE ME FIRST
2 ARK ANGEL SHE CAUSED A SCENE
3 CALADESI GONE WITH THE WIND
4 MARSHVIEW FRUIT OF THE BLOOM CGC TKN FTI
15-18 Mo BITCH
1 BELLADONNA’S COACHELLA 2 POUCH COVE ACTS LIKE SUMMER 3 SEARIDGE HERMES EAU DES MERVEILLES TKN 4 REDWOODS MUSIC IN MY HEART
Amateur Owner Handler BITCH 1 DOMARCO BEWITCHING 2 BLUELINE’S
Bred By Exhibitor Puppy BITCH 1/BPUP
INFINITI N SEAWORTHY DOUBLE BUBBLE
2 SALT HEIRS BERRY UP BEFORE YOU GO GO!
3 ONDAKINA’S SPRING IS THE MISCHIEF IN ME FTN JWD
4 PASTOR DEPEIXES WREN IT REIGNS IT POURS
Bred By Exhibitor Adult BITCH
1 SEARIDGE THE BEACH IS BACK WAKIKI
2 HIGH TIDES HEAR ME ROAR
3 CNSAND A PENNE FOR YOUR THOUGHTS
4 MARINELLA’S LOVE HER MADLY
American Bred BITCH 1/RW
ALLEGIANCE JUNEVER KNOW
2 MARSHVIEW ABOAT DAMN THYME
3 ODYSEAS SOUL SISTER
4 DOMARCO GOODNESS OF THE MOON
Open BITCH 1/BW/W
OREOBAY BREAKAWAY
2 BLUE MARINA’S SURFIN SAFARI GIRL
3 KEEVABAY’S COMIN TO THE LAKE WITH KENTE CREEK
Breeder/Owner Jennifer Westerhopf & Sharon Lapstra
CH Del Sur’s Makin May Way Downtown X Keevabay’s One More Down
4 CNSAND HELL FROZEN OVER
7 Years and Under 9 Years DOG
1 GCHG HIGHWINDS DRAIN THE SWAMP CGCA
2 GCHG SALT HEIR’S MUSEUSSIC TO MY EARS
3 MR BAY AX AXJ OF CFC TKN
4 CH GLENWOOD’S MASTER OF THE KNIGHTS OF REN CAA FCA
Judge Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia Thursday September 12, 2024
9 Years and Under 11 Years DOG
1 CH EUREKA TIMBEROAKS POSEIDON
2 GCHB PEJS KNOW ONE OUT OF THE PARK
3 CH LEAL PRESENTS STORMAGEDDON DARK LORD OF ALL
4 CHMACH CUTWATER HERE THERE AND EVERYWHERER CD BNR
11-13 Years DOG
1 SWSEAS THE ONE AND ONLY HARVEY
Working DOG
1 GCH ONDAKINA’S DIVINE COMEDY CD BN RE FTR CGCA
2 GCH SWANSEA’S DANIEL RI BCAT CFCA TKN
3 CH LEAGCY’S PALYING WITH FIRE
4 CH CT MACH3 RUCYCO MOUNT QUINCY ADAMS RI FDC MXC
7 -9 Years BITCH
1 C-LION’S MAINESAIL TO THE WIND
2 GCHB BLUELINE’S HER ROYAL HIGHNESS RN
3 GCHB SALT HEIRS HOSTESS WITH THE MOSTESS
4 GCH MARSHVIEW NUMBER 1 SEED CD RN AX AXJ BCAT SWA
Junior Handlers
Judge
Juvenile Sweepstakes
Sex
KLASSIC’S POISON IVY
6-9 Mo Dogs
1 OREOBAY CREST OF THE TIDE
2 AFORTUNATODO UEXPECTED GIFTS AT MON REVE
3 OREBAY CATCH THE WAVE
4 STOWAWAY BUNS
1
15-18 Mo Dogs
1 MARITIMO’S LIVING IN THE LIMELIGHT
2 SALT HERIS SCOOPER DOWN SUNDAE
3 SEARIDGE AQUA BY GIORGIO ARMANI
18-24 Mo Dogs
1 MCKNIGHTS EXPLORING NAVIGATOR
2 CALADESI PIPE DREAM WITH AGUAS DE SEDA
3 CNSAND ARDANWOOD POULTRY IN MOTION 4 MARISPOSA’S ALL THE PRESIDENTS MEN
6-9 Mo Bitches
1 SALT HEIRS BERRY UP BEFORE YOU GO GO
2 STOWAWAY STEELING HEARTS
3 INFINITI SEABURTHY DOUBLE BUBBLE
4 FAR AWAY BEJEWELED
9-12 Mo Bitches
1 PASTOR DEPENIXES WREN IT REIGNS IT POURS
2 ONDAKINA’S SPRING IS THE MISCHEIF IN ME FTN
3 AQUAMARINE’S YESTERDAY ONCE MORE TKN
4 SALOR’S DREAM GODDESS OF THE SEA
12-15 Mo Bitches
1 CH ONDAKINA’S PLUM BLOSSOMS IN THE MOONLIGHT FTN
2 AFORTUNADO SERENDIPITYOUS
3 ARK ANGEL SHE CAUSED A SCENE
4 MARSHVIEW FRUIT OF THE BLOOM CGC TKN
15-18 Mo Bitches
1 SALT HEIRS SCOOP THERE IT IS
2 BELLADONNA’S COACHELLA
3 REDWOODS MUSIC IN MY HEART
4 SEARIDGE HERMES DES MERVEILLES TKN
18-24 Mo Bitches
1 CLASSICS POISON IVY
2 CNSAND A PENNE FOR YOUR THOUGHTS
3 ODYSEAS SOUL SISTER
4 ALLEGIENCE JUNEVER KNOW
Veteran Sweeptakes
Judge Sara Manzi
Monday September 9, 2024
Best in Veteran Sweepstakes
GCHP CNSAND ARDANWOOD ITS GOOD TO BE KING NA NF
Best of Opposite Veteran Sweepstakes
GCHB BLUELINE’S HER ROYAL HIGHNESS RN
7-9 Years Dogs
1 GCHP CNSAND ARDANWOOD ITS GOOD TO BE KING NA NF
2 GCH MARINELLA’S SMOOTH CRIMINAL AT ARK ANGEL
3 GCHG SALT HER’S MUSEUSSIC TO MY EARS
4 GCHG HIGH WINDS DRAIN THE SWARMP CGCA
9-11 Years Dogs
1 GH SEARIDGE’S DIAMOND IN THE RUFF CWD CGC
2 GCHG MARINELLA’S YOU GIVE ME... FEVER
3 CH EUREKA TIMEROAKS POSEIDON
4 CH LEAL PRESENTS STOMAGEDDON DARK LORD OF ALL
7-9 Years Bitches
1 GCHB BLUELINE’S HER ROYAL HIGHNESS RN
2 C-LION’S MAINSAIL TO THE WIND
3 GCH SAFFIRE’S OSTENATIOUS CGC TKI FTN
4 GCHB SALT HEIRS HOSTESS WIH THE MOSTESS
9-11 Years Bitches
1 GCH FREESTYLE SUNSHINE DAYDREAM TKN CGC AX AXJ
2 GCHB OREOBAY LOVIN EVERY MINUTE BN TKN CGC
3 GCHP OVERLOOK LISIJI MEANT TO BEE DN ACT2 CGCA
4 MACH MARAVAL LOLA BOOBOO BEAN AWD WWD CWDX LORD OF ALL
11-13 Years Bitches
1 FARAWAY BELLE OF THE SOUTH
Vickie Baker and Crew, GCH CH RACH CALYPSO’S NORTHER STAR JWD AWD WWD WWDX CWD CWDX MWD4 MAC=19 GROM
Sweepstakes Judge, PWDCC member, Sara Manzi.
Orlando Florida, December 15, 2024
Judge Dana P Cline
Best of Breed
GCHP CH Allegiance How To Get Away With Murder For Lawless RI FDC BCAT CGCA TKN ATT
Best of Opposite Sex
GCHG CH Odysea It’s Always Sonny At Surfari
Select Dog
GCH CH Marinella’s The Thunder Rolls
Select Bitch
GCHG CH Overlook Lisiji Everything Will Bee Alright
Best Bred By in Breed/Best of Winners/Winners Dog Searidge Stike A Pose
Winners Bitch
Searidge Stike A Pose
Awards of Excellence
1st GCHB CH Del Sur’s Turning The Tide At Cold Iron
2nd GCHG CH Laserene’s Steel Magnolia Gunsmoke At High Noon ATT
3rd GCHB CH Searidge King Kamehameha CGC TKN
4th GCHS CH Seaworthy’s Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
5th GCHG CH Success’ Wild Card Of Good Fortune
6-9 Mo Dogs
1/WIN Searidge Strike It Rich
2/RWIN Searidge Don’T Dream, Do
3 Belladonna’s Domenico
Open Dogs
1 Burwell Knockout First Commander At Marina Of Hope
2 Pastor Depeixes The Man In Black
Non-Reg Veteran, Dogs
1 GCHS CH Aquafortis Lorenzo Alexander Robel
6-9 Mo Bitches
1 H2o Aegean Robel Alpha & Omega Of Whoosh
BREEDER: MAMDOUH FARAG/Robin Illchuk/ Greg Illchuk
GCHG CH Torrid Zone What’s Love Got To Do With It CGC X CH Whoosh Robel Jade Moon CDX BN RE CA
RATO CGCA CGCU TKI
OWNER: Beth Mercier & Mamdouh Farag
12-18 Mo Bitches
1/RWIN Riptide’s Moonlight Opus CGC TKN
Bred-by-Exhibitor Puppy, Bitches
1/WIN/BOBBBE/BW Searidge Stike A Pose.
American Bred, Bitches
1 Searidge Hermes Eau Des Merveilles SWN TKN
Open Bitches
1 Seabury Vulcan Sweet Dreams
BREEDER: Roslyn Eskind
GCH CH Seabury Vulcan Cool Shades X Seabury’s Brown Eyed Girl
OWNER: Roslyn Eskind, Leo Hui
2 Burwell Kiss Me In Centerfield At Marina Of Hope
Non-Reg, Veteran, Bitches
1 GCHP2 CH Torrid Zone Smoke From A Distant Fire CD BN RN CGCA CGCU TKN
GCHP CH Allegiance How To Get Away With Murder For Lawless RI FDC BCAT CGCA TKN ATT
PWDCC Board Mettings Minutes
Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 7:30 pm EDT
Approved November 12, 2024
1. Call to Order
President Catherine Gadd called the meeting to order at 7:33 pm EDT.
2. Roll Call
Present Jennifer Byers (joined at 7:48), Lorie Crouch, Tan Crombie, Diane Dirsus, Michelle Hammerschmidt (joined at 7:40), Catherine Gadd, Denyse Martin, Roy Vokes, Mindy Selby (Past President)
Guest: Roslyn Eskind
3. Approval of Agenda (20241008-41)
A motion to approve the agenda was moved by Roy and seconded by Diane. The agenda was approved.
4. Approval of Last Meeting’s Minutes
A motion to approve the minutes of the September 12, 2024 Board meeting was moved by Roy and seconded by Denyse. The minutes were approved. Tan will share with Roslyn for the Waterlog.
5. Report of the President
Catherine noted the email received from Sara Chapman emailed to the Board regarding the request to local clubs to promote use of the Health and Litter Database (HLD). The discussion was deferred to the next meeting.
6. Report of the Secretary
Tan confirmed that per PWDCC bylaws, members will be notified of the membership fee and updated membership forms during the month of October.
Tan noted preparations for the upcoming AGM including the quorum of 10% of members in good standing.
7. Report of the Treasurer
Diane shared an overview of the September 2024 Treasurer’s Report and responded to questions. She noted a slight deficit because of expenses coming through for the last water trials.
A motion to approve the September 2024 Treasurer’s Reports was moved by Roy and seconded by Jennifer. The Treasurer’s Reports were approved.
Diane reviewed the 2023 year-end financials that will be shared in the AGM package and responded to questions from the Board.
Diane spoke to the new CRA legislation impacting small not-for-profits. As a social club, this is not applicable to the PWDCC. A discussion of the next steps in the PWDCC investment policy ensued.
PWDCC Treasurer’s Report October 2024
CASH FLOW
Bank balance
$27,862.84
Wordpress License Fee reimbursed to D Dirsus
CKC Membership Fees
Western Branch Water Trial
Goody Boxes, Secretarial expense
$33.89
$84.75
Reimbursed to C. Hammerschmidt $181.20
Judges Hotel
Reimbursed to N. Hammerschmidt $107.83
Equipment costs reimbursed to A Gamache
Judges
$229.27
8. Committee Reports
Breeder – no report
Club Operating Principles – no report Complaints – no report
Conformation/Performance Event – see Business Arising Judges’ Education – Rosyln reported on the recent presentation given by Danik Dancause which was well received by attendees.
Membership – Lorie reported that membership numbers were quite stagnant. She noted the critical need to find ways to engage members and motivate their involvement to ensure the national club can continue and provide events to unify the PWD community.
Merchandise – Lorie shared preliminary results of sales of new and existing items. Discussion ensued about potential items and sizing to reorder or reconsider for next year. More feedback will be sought in the spring.
Rescue – no report
Water Trial – Catherine spoke to the report for the AGM and that certificates were being printed and would be sent out shortly.
9. Business Arising
National Specialty Report – Mindy confirmed the report is complete and results in The Waterlog. She spoke to the challenges and successes of this particular specialty, and the lessons learned for next time. Discussions around the next venue for 2026 have begun.
Future Waterlog and Website Options
The Board discussed options for the website and Waterlog with Roslyn’s departure at the end of 2024. A call for volunteers is currently in the Waterlog and will be raised at the AGM. Roslyn described the process and requirements, including serving as the official record of the PWDCC under the bylaws. The Board reaffirmed the value and importance of the member newsletter as a communication and engagement tool. Recruitment efforts will continue.
10. New Business
The Board reviewed and confirmed the October 29 AGM package reports.
11. Next Meeting(s)
AGM October 29, 2024, 7:30 pm EDT November 12, 2024 7:30 EST December 10, 2024 7:30 EST
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 – 7:30 pm EST
Approved December 10, 2024
1. Call to Order
President Catherine Gadd called the meeting to order at 7:35 pm EST.
2. Roll Call
Present Jennifer Byers, Tan Crombie, Lorie Crouch, Diane Dirsus, Catherine Gadd, Michelle Hammerschmidt, Denyse Martin, Mindy Selby (Past President), Roy Vokes
3. Approval of Agenda
A motion to approve the agenda was moved by Jennifer and seconded by Roy. The agenda was approved.
4. Approval of Last Meeting’s Minutes
A motion to approve the minutes of the October 8, 2024 Board meeting was moved by Lorie and seconded by Denyse. The minutes were approved. Tan will share with Roslyn for the Waterlog.
The Board reviewed the draft minutes for the October 29, 2024 AGM and requested edits. The minutes will be formally approved at the next AGM.
5. Report of the President
The Board discussed the email from Sara Chapman containing information on the Health and Litter Database (HLD) (20241112-55). An article on the HLD will be prepared for a future Waterlog describing the process and benefits of joining. A link to the HLD will be added to the PWDCC website.
6. Report of the Secretary
Tan will schedule Board meetings via Zoom into 2025 for the second Tuesday of every month. Catherine will renew the Zoom subscription.
7. Report of the Treasurer
Diane shared an overview of the October 2024 Treasurer’s Report and responded to questions. She noted expenses from the Ontario scent trial and BC water trials were still coming in. She updated the Board on the transfer of the Club signing authorities.
A motion to approve the October 2024 Treasurer’s Reports was moved by Roy and seconded by Denyse. The Treasurer’s Report was approved.
PWDCC - Treasurer’s Report Nov 2024
CASH FLOW Bank balance
$28,550.35
8. Committee Reports
Breeder – no report
Club Operating Principles – no report
Complaints – no report
Conformation/Performance Event – no report
Judges’ Education – no report
Membership – Lorie shared that the committee has proposed a letter of welcome and fridge magnet for new members. The letter will explain the importance of a national club and benefits of being a member. The committee will source costeffective options for the magnets and the welcome packages will go out in the new year.
Merchandise – Lorie flagged the need for someone to take over responsibility for PWDCC merchandise. Ideally, this club member will be in Ontario. Lorie has some names of people to approach personally to gauge interest.
Rescue – no report
Water Trial – Catherine confirmed that new title certificates were prepared and had been mailed. She noted that 44 new titles were earned at Canadian water trials in 2024.
9. Business Arising
Achievement Awards Program Updates – Lorie updated the Board that Bev Wicks has taken on the role of program coordinator. She thanked Karen Matthews who has served as program coordinator since its inception. The website will be updated and an article prepared for the next issue of the Waterlog. The next window to apply for the free badges will be January 1 to February 15, 2025. An eblast will go out to members in mid-December.
The Board discussed whether badges for additional performance areas were needed and decided to wait for specific requests. A motion to approve proceeding with an order of Scent badges as existing stock is low and adding a new Canine Good Neighbour (CGN) badge was moved by Roy and seconded by Tan.
Waterlog and Website volunteers – Catherine updated the Board that Brawna Levy has expressed interest in assuming responsibility for the PWDCC website. The Board expressed its appreciation to Brawna for taking on this role. Catherine will reach out to another possible volunteer for the Waterlog.
Mindy highlighted the need to involve many people in the content development for each issue, including sharing pictures, articles, statistics, event updates, etc.
10. New Business
Jennifer reminded Board members to renew their CKC membership before year end.
Mindy asked that initial planning for the 2026 National Specialty begin sooner rather than later including investigating which shows are of interest, where and when, noting that a late August speciality could be held together with the water trial.
Catherine asked that the Board talk about the breeder program again early in the new year.
11. Next Meeting(s)
December 10, 2024 7:30 pm EST
January 14, 2025 7:30 pm EST
February 11, 2025 7:30 pm EST
12. Adjournment
A motion to adjourn the meeting was moved by Lorie and seconded by Roy. The meeting was adjourned at 8:41 pm EST.
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Your dog, young or old, could be featured on our cover masthead or the pupography page, just send photos for either, and short story for possible selection for the cover pup and follow the questionnaire for the pupography. We also love any other general interest stories about your wonderful PWDs for publication in our next issues. Send us your photos as electronic files (jpegs, tiffs, eps saved at minimum 4 x 6” ).
All emails should be titled ‘Waterlog’. Text can be emailed or sent as a Word attachment along with photos to Roslyn Eskind, roslyn@pwdcc.org or call 416-580-4395 for additional information.
contact Roslyn Eskind, roslyn@pwdcc.org
You’ll be working with our other regional rescue co-ordinators and receiving adoption applications. You’ll be contacted by owners who need help, and you’ll be referring our roster of professionals who can offer assistance. Also, occasionally coordinating removals from homes to fosters or adoption. See the Rescue pages on the club website for more information.
https://pwdcc.org/rescue/
New member applications
July 31-December 15, 2024
If no objections are received by Tan Crombie, our Secretary (tan@pwdcc.org), within 30 days after publication date, membership will become effective. If an objection is received, the application must be voted on by the Board |within 30 days of receipt of objection by the Secretary. The applicant is notified of the result.
Sharon Walter
Box 3918
Melfor Sask S0E 1A0
The PWDCC is please to continue to offer the Achievement Award Program to recognize the extraordinary versatility of our Portuguese Water Dogs. These ‘badges’ are free to owners for titles earned in areas of competition and service.
Applications and full program details are available at pwdcc.org under Club Info. Members will receive an email blast in December inviting them to send their applications and title documentation to the Program Coordinator. This year submissions may be received from January 1 to February 15, 2025 with badges being mailed out early March.
The BOD thanks Karen Matthews for managing the Program since it’s inception in 2015 and welcomes our new Program Coordinator Bev Wicks.
Watch for the email from Secretary Tan Crombie and start imaging how you are going to display these stunning mementoes recognizing your dogs’ achievements!
Lorie Crouch Membership Committee
If you want to see events in your area, petition the Board with 10 members to form a Branch and suggest a roster of events. It can be anything from a Fun Day, A walk or get together, Grooming Get Together, specific training event: Rally, CGN, Agility, Water Skills, Obedience, Scent, the list goes one... We have templates for budgets, flyers, etc. to support the organizers of events.
For more information on APWDC events, please email apwdcinfo@gmail.com
Aug 15-17
Sept 13-14
Laurel Creek Conservation Area, Waterloo Ontario contact Carolynne Issa for more information, carolynne@pwdcc.org
Water Trial Western Branch pending approval
Order your fresh gear for the season! All items bear the PWDCC emblem.
If required, shipping (via Canada Post) is additional for each item. The average costs in Canada are $16. per shipment. Contact Karen Matthews, karen@pwdcc.org.
Note: Reduced pricing on older merchandise in limited sizes and colours!
S, 1 XXL, Lime 1 S, Beige 2 S
