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the Waterlog OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE PORTUGUESE WATER DOG CLUB OF CANADA

Regional Specialty Best of Breed Ch Armada’s Let It Rain

Summer reminders 2015 Regional Specialty Results 2014 PWDCC Performance Results Thyroid Disorders in PWDs Tick Talk Sniffing across the Country Cover Pup Branch News Pupography Junior Handling Upcoming Events Board Minutes Shopping

While we’re enjoying the summer weather, a few precautions to safeguard our dogs: Overheating Your dog can overheat in a hurry. Dogs can’t regulate their body heat as efficiently as humans, because most of their sweat glands are confined to the pads of their feet. Panting is your dog’s primary means of regulating body temperature.

In addition to overheating, your dog can also become dehydrated very rapidly. Make sure your dog has a constant source of fresh, clean drinking water.

If your dog will be outside in the heat for any period, he/she should have access to a completely shaded area in addition to plenty of cool drinking water.

Make sure your dog is indoors when the temp climbs to 32oC or above.

To cool your dog down if it will be spending time in your yard, you can turn on the hose or sprinkler.

You can also fill a children’s small plastic wading pool with water and encourage your dog to sit or lie in it to cool off.

Exercise your dog either in the early morning or evening when the temperature is coolest. Try to stay in the shade during daylight hours, and no matter the time of day, don’t overdo outdoor exercise or play sessions. Even on an overcast day or in the evening, a long period of physical exertion in hot weather can cause heatstroke in your dog.

Don’t allow your dog to walk or rest on hot outdoor surfaces like sidewalks or parking lots. Your dog’s paws, belly or hindquarters can sustain burns from hot concrete. Just walking on hot pavement can cause him to overheat.

Summer short haircuts can help a dog stay cool, however, be mindful that dogs with a lot of white can sunburn if the coat is clipped short.

Never under any circumstances leave your dog in a parked vehicle on a hot day. Your car or truck cab can become a furnace very quickly, even with the windows open, and can cause a fatal case of heatstroke in your beloved dog.

same precautions when walking your dog. Store all chemicals out of reach of your dog.

Remember to keep citronella candles, oil products and insect coils out of your dog’s reach as well.

If you’ll be doing any planting to brighten up your home or yard, before you stock up on seeds or visit your local nursery, make sure you know which plants, flowers and greenery are toxic to your dog if ingested.

Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately if you suspect your dog or cat has swallowed a poisonous substance.

Parties Summertime is when many people host backyard pool parties and barbecues. There are holiday celebrations at the start and end of the season. The warmer months are also the time for block parties, picnics, family gatherings, and outdoor community events.

As much fun as the festivities are for the two-legged members of your family, it’s best to keep dogs a safe distance from celebrations.

Take care not to lose a dog out a door or window left open during a party at your home. Keep dogs away from your food, beverages, garbage, and decorations.

Don’t leave your dog alone with unfamiliar children or even adult party guests.

Unless your dog is very well trained on a lead, I don’t recommend bringing him to outdoor community events. Most pups are over-stimulated by all the new sights, sounds and especially the smells of a large outdoor gathering and neither of you will have much fun if he’s yanking at his leash the whole time while you try to calm and control him.

Also keep in mind many dogs are terrified of fireworks displays, so it’s best to leave your dog safely at home. If neighbors are setting off their own backyard displays, keep your dog home since the fireworks can cause a serious injury or be toxic to a curious dog.

Thunderstorms can pose another challenge. If your dog is concerned, try to distract with play, invest in a Thunder shirt, calming hormones and extracts.

Help your dog relax in a safe contained area, often basement washrooms or laundry rooms, or in their crate with a nice chew toy.

Water Many PWD owners mistakenly believe their dog was born knowing how to swim.

You should introduce your pup gradually to water, and either go in with her the first few outings, or be prepared to jump in to either encourage her or help her safely exit the water.

These symptoms are quite successfully treated with the antibiotic doxycycline.

It’s also important to note that dogs that are positive for Lyme disease cannot infect humans. Infections in both people and their dogs are transmitted only by the bite of an infected tick.

The PWDCC Puppy Program is open to all PWDCC breeders, not only those who participate in the PWDCC Breeder Program. It gives puppy people an introduction to the club and the world of pure bred dogs. Puppy membership benefits include the Waterlog, club events, access to archived Waterlogs and the searchable membership directory. This gives them opportunities to meet other puppy and experienced owners to network about resources in their neighbourhood and more. For just $1.00 per puppy, the breeder can choose to purchase the membership on behalf of their owners or make this part of their purchase package. A win-win for all!

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Pests Depending on where you live and your dog’s lifestyle, you’ll need to prepare to manage summertime dog pests like fleas, ticks and mosquitoes.

In most cases, there are safe, effective ways to prevent or eradicate pest infestations that don’t involve dosing your dog with toxic chemicals.

For tick removal you can get a special removal tool which allows you to safely extricate the little blood suckers if they manage to attach to your dog.

Poisons

“Ninety-five percent of exposed dogs don’t get sick, but they become Lyme antibody-positive on tests, which may scare people into thinking they need to be treated,... we don’t treat asymptomatic dogs, but we check their urine for protein.”

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Only about five percent of dogs exposed to Lyme disease actually develop symptoms of the infection, including: fever, lameness, lethargy, malaise, shifting joint pain.

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If you’re going out on a boat with your dog, it’s recommended she have her own flotation equipment.

Even dogs who are strong swimmers can get hurt in the water or worn out from exertion. A flotation device will keep her in view until you or someone else can get her to safety. If your dog doesn’t consistently respond when you call her, attach a length of rope to her flotation device so you can pull her in if you need to.

Many commonly used fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and mulches are loaded with toxic chemicals.

Same goes for rodent bait. Don’t allow your dog access to areas of your garden, lawn, house or outbuildings where chemicals have been used. Take the

The immune systems of seropositive dogs have identified the Lyme disease pathogen and mounted an appropriate, effective response. So even though they test positive, they do not become sick with the disease.

If you live in an area where Lyme disease is endemic: According to Meryl P. Littman, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine, canine exposure to Lyme disease is common, but the disease is not:

Again, these are not sick dogs but dogs that have been exposed to the disease.

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Congratulations on choosing a wonderful breed, you’ll have many years to enjoy your pup and the PWDCC New Puppy Introductory Offer will help start you off. The PWDCC is the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC, see www.ckc.ca) sanctioned National Breed Club! Our responsibilities include the breed standard, qualifying to provide CKC events, rescue and re-homing and much more. It’s a club across Canada that sponsors events that are fun and informative, including seminars on the many activities you can enjoy with our breed and on health and training issues also. See our web site events section from the home page for a schedule of upcoming events and read about past events. Our web site has general information and a protected section for members only at www.pwdcc.org. The Waterlog, our quarterly newsletter, available to members only, is distributed on the web site and by mail. It reports on events, current issues and showcases our members and their dogs.

The New Puppy Introductory Offer will give you a taste of all this for the first year of your puppy’s life for only $20.00 ($15.00 for those joining after Sept. 1). You will receive 3 Waterlogs, one with your application and 2 mailed to you (1 mailed for those joining after Sept. 1). You will have access to the member only web site, with our Forum area for chatting.

You are welcome to come to club events, but puppies under one year aren’t ready to fully participate in some activities.

Next year you can become full members. Membership is $35.00 for the 1st member and $10.00 for each additional family member.

Your email address is important to us! Email is used for ongoing communication, announcements, updates, etc. So don’t forget to provide it to us on the NPP application form.

Please mail your completed application and cheque, money order, payable to PWDCC to our Secretary Roslyn Eskind, 471 Richmond Street West, Toronto ON M5V 1X9, or email roslyn@pwdcc.org, or use PayPal from our web site home page member application button.

About the PWD The Portuguese Water Dog is a strong, robust, medium-sized, agile dog with the stamina and endurance to do a full day’s work. The breed is a loyal, affectionate, energetic, intelligent family companion and watch dog and it thrives on and demands human attention. Its attractive, playful appearance often belies its true character. It remains a true working dog, tough and independent at times, not a dog for everybody.

The life expectancy of the average Portuguese Water Dog is 12 to 15 years. They tend to mature slowly and remain active well into their senior years.

Daily doses of exercise are a must or the PWD will provide its own exuberant exercise indoors. PWDs require an owner as active, involved and intelligent as they are or they will soon be running the household and getting into mischief.

These dogs enjoy structured activity to channel their energy and intelligence, Agility, Flyball, Obedience, Rally-O and Water Work are all great outlets and help develop the special bond with his people that the PWD needs to thrive.

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Cover: Best in Show, PWDCC Regional Specialty Ch Armada's Let It Rain, handled by Tracy Brown with Judge Janet Sinclair.

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ThePresident’sLetter Summer is fast approaching as we launch into our summer

Anyone interested, please contact Roslyn directly at

water activities across the country! Here’s hoping for another

roslyn@pwdcc.org. Roslyn has been primarily responsible for

successful season of training and trialing our dogs in the

developing and maintaining the infrastructure of our club for

water. Special thanks to all of our volunteers who make these

many years so it is time for her to step back and let others

events successful.

step up to the plate! Thank you again Roslyn. No one has

Many thanks to the Alberta folks for putting on a wonderful Regional Specialty! All results are published in this edition.

Photos of the event are also included.

Thank you for everyone who participated and donated to the First Annual Walk for Rescue May 30, 2015. The Waterloo walk was rained out, but fortunately the Barrie gang, lead by Michelle Jackson, our Rescue Co-ordinator, were able to get out and enjoy the day. We raised approximately $1,365.00 between Waterloo and the Barrie folks for this event. Way to go everyone! All proceeds go directly into our rescue fund.

Hope to see everyone next year. It is hoped that we can expand our walk locations across the country.

contributed more to our National Breed Club over the years than you have. Your knowledge and experience will be sorely missed. So, we have some big shoes to fill folks!

There are many exciting volunteer opportunities available within our club. Please volunteer and contribute. Special thanks to Kenzie Cooper for getting the Junior Handling page off of the ground! For parents who have children interested in both performance and conformation activities, please encourage then to contact Kenzie through Tara Cooper-Leith at tara@pwdcc.org. It is great to see young people beginning to get involved in our club. There is a Junior Handler’s seminar scheduled at the London and District Kennel Club show on July 11, 2015 after Best in Show. Michelle and Peter Scott

This issue of the Waterlog is jam packed with lots of great

will be conducting the seminar for youth who are interested

articles on keeping your dogs safe this summer. Special

in both conformation and obedience training/trialing. Sign up

thanks to the hard work that Roslyn Eskind has done over the

at the show.

years to put together a wonderful publication. We are looking for a new designer/editor and assistant editor to take over the co-ordination and publication of the Waterlog. Sadly, Roslyn will be retiring from the position by the end of year.

On behalf of the Board of Directors, have a safe and happy summer. See you in the ring and in the water!

Sharon Lapstra, MSW, President, PWDCC

PWDCC Board of Directors and Officers effective October 30, 2014 President and Director Sharon Lapstra St.Clements, Ontario sharon@pwdcc.org

Treasurer and Director Pat Vokes Nobleton, Ontario pat@pwdcc.org

Vice President and Director Patti McDonald Waterloo, Ontario patti@pwdcc.org

Directors

Secretary and Director Tara Cooper-Leith Cambridge, Ontario tara@pwdcc.org

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Jennifer Byers Montreal, Quebec jennifer@pwdcc.org Andy Gamache Morinville, Alberta andy@pwdcc.org

Deirdre Hall Stouffville, Ontario deirdre@pwdcc.org Sue Hopkins Chilliwack, British Columbia sue@pwdcc.org Michelle Jackson Barrie, Ontario michelle@pwdcc.org Mavis McClintock Duncan, British Columbia mavis@pwdcc.org

Rescue Coordinators Mavis McClintock Western Canada mavis@pwdcc.org Michelle Jackson Ontario michelle@pwdcc.org Jennifer Byers Quebec and Eastern Canada jennifer@pwdcc.org Breeder: Contact Deirdre Hall deirdre@pwdcc.org

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2015 PWDCC

2015 PWDCC Regional Specialty Edmonton Alberta

Regional Specialty Edmonton, Alberta

Unofficial Results Judge Janet Sinclair Best of Breed Ch Armada’s Let It Rain Breeder: Audrey A. Hawthorne, Tracy E. Campbell Brown, Lana Stewart Owner: Michelle Hardman, Tracy Campbell Brown, Lana Stewart Agent: Tracy Brown Best Of Opposite Sex Ch Robel Grace Kelly Of Nautique Breeder: Elizabeth Volz Owner: Robin & Greg Illchuk Agent: Elizabeth Volz Best Of Winners, Winners Dog Lookout’s Believe It Or Not Breeder: Suzanne & Jan Matlick Owner: Kate & Alex Polkovsky Best Puppy In Breed Charbr Aryeh Spirit Of Fire Breeder: Cynthia Berube, Mari Szauerzopf, Sara Szauerzopf Owner: Cynthia Berube, Mari Szauerzopf, Sara Szauerzopf Agent: Monica Bosnyak Select Dog Ch Armada’s Busting On The Scene Breeder: Tracy Brown, Lana Stewart, Audrey Hawthorne Owner: Scott McQueen Agent: Tracy Brown Select Bitch, Best Veteran Ch Baywood Cutwater I Love Lucy Breeder: Brenda B. Brown, Glenda & Keith Covey Owner: Katherine L. Butkovic, Brenda Brown

Best Brace Armada’s Changing Winds Ch Armada’s Let It Rain

Juvenile Sweepstakes Judge Mavis McClintock Best In Sweeps Charbr Aryeh Spirit Of Fire Best of Opposite Elkrun Imagine Dragons Tanaki 6-9 months Male 1 Elkrun Imagine Dragons Tanaki 12-18 months Male 1 Armada’s Changing Winds 2 Armada’s Busting on the Scene 3 Ch Marshview House of Fire Tanaki 6-9 months Female 1 Charbr Aryeh Spirit of Fire 9-12 months Female 1 Aveiro’s by the Light of Dawn Breeder: Dana Tole Owner: Dana Tole 2 Tanaki One Direction By Elkrun 3 Acostar’s Elkrun 12-18 months Female 1 Baywood Dora the Explorer Breeder: Brenda Brown/Rick & Irene Cavall Owner: Dawn Fleming, Brenda Brown, 2 Armada’s Mischief Maker Breeder: Tracy Campbell-Brown, Lana Stewart Audrey Hawthorne Owner: Tracy Brown

Best of Opposite 7-11 years Male Ch Armada's Ace of Spades Breeder: Lana Jean Langley Owner: Gillian Gratton, Lana Langley +11 years Female 1 Ch Baywood Perro Marino of Armada Breeder: Brenda Brown Owner: Michelle Hardman, Lana Stewart

Performance Highest Qualifying PWD in Rally Ch Baywood Sask River Mission, CGN CDX RE AGX AJX AWD Rally A Charbr’s Majestic Micah, WWD SGDC Rally B Ch Robel Grace Kelly Of Nautique Excellent B Ch Baywood Sask River Mission, CGN CDX RE AGX AJX AWD Highest Qualifying PWD In Obedience Ch Baywood Sask River Mission, CG CDX, RE AGX AJX AWD Novice B Baywood Appletini, CD RA Open B Ch Baywood Sask River Mission, CGN CDX RE AGX AJX AWD

Highest Novice Jumpers Charbr’s Majestic Micah, WWD SGDC Highest Intermediate Jumpers Baywood’s Aston Martin Highest Excellent Jumpers AgMChV, Ch Baywood N Cutwater To The Max, CGN RN NPV AWD

Reserve Winners Bitch Acostar Isabella’s Islay Breeder: Lesley Millar Owner: Leslie Millar

Highest Novice Standard Charbr’s Majestic Micah, WWD SGDC

Stud Dog Ch Armada’s Ace Of Spades Breeder: Lana Jean Langley Owner: Gillian Gratton, Lana Langley

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Best In Sweeps 7-11 years Female Ch Baywood Cutwater I Love Lucy Breeder: Brenda B. Brown, Glenda & Keith Covey Owner: Katherine L. Butkovic, Brenda Brown

Agility

Winners Bitch Charbr Aryeh Spirit Of Fire

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Judge Mavis McClintock

Highest Qualifying PWD of the day Baywood’s Aston Martin

Reserve Winners Dog Armada’s Changing Winds Breeder: Tracy Brown, Lana Stewart, Audrey Hawthorne Owner: Michelle Hardman, Tracy Brown, Lana Stewart

Brood Bitch Ch Armada’s Bring On The Rain Breeder: Tracy Campbell-Brown Lana Stewart Owner: Audrey Hawthorne, Lana Stewart, Tracy Campbell-Brown

Veteran Sweepstakes

Highest Intermediate Standard Baywood’s Aston Martin Highest Excellent Standard AgMChV, Ch Baywood N Cutwater To The Max, CGN RN NPV AWD

Tracy Campbell-Brown with her brace, Armada’s Changing Winds and Ch Armada’s Let It Rain (BISS).

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On behalf of the Alberta Portuguese Water Dog Club, we would like to thank our Sponsors for their generous donations to our trophy fund: Audrey Hawthorne Brandy-Lee Fazlic Brenda Brown Cindy Gamache, In memory of Calla John H. Brown, Seabury PWD’s Judy Chequis Dana Tole, Aveiro PWD’s Lana Stewart, Armada PWD's Lesley Millar, Acostar PWD's Linda Propp

Mavis McClintock, Samador PWD's Michelle & Doug Hardman Michelle Jackson, Splashworks Kennel Perry & Karen Massner PWDCC Robin Illchuk Deirdre Hall, Fado PWD’s Roslyn Eskind, Seabury PWD's Sharon Lapstra, Keeva Bay PWDs Tracy Brown

Thank you to our Specialty Committee for all your hard work in making this show a success.

Andy Gamache Kate Polkovsky Robyn Illchuk

Dawn Flemming Shari Cooper Tracy Brown

Above, Judge Janet Sinclair with her BISS Ch Armada’s Let It Rain, handled by Tracy Campbell-Brown, and below, BOSS Ch Robel Grace Kelly Of Nautique handled by Liz Volz.

Audrey Hawthorne with Armada’s Let’s Parti, qualifying in Rally.

Right, Reserve Winners Bitch line up from left, Lesley Millar, Lyn Martin, Val Berry, Junior Handler and Kim Cowie..

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Left, the Veteran line up, left, Lana Stewart with Ch Armada’s Ace of Spades, Linda Yasinski with Ch Baywood Cutwater I Love Lucy and Michelle Hardman with Ch Baywood Perro Marino of Armada.

Junior Puppy Bitch line up from left, Val Berry with Tanaki’s I will Dream Acostar, Acostar’s Newfie Calibogus with Junior Handler and Liz Volz with Charbr Aryeh Spirit of Fire.

Above, from left Val Berry, Dana Tole, Lyn Martin, Lorraine Davidson and Shari Cooper at the after party.

Left, Denyse martin receiving Highest Qualifying PWD in Agility award.

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Tracy Campbell-Brown presenting to Monica Bosnyak (left), and Robin Illchuk their Rally awards.

Tracy awarding Brenda Brown Highest Qualifying PWD in Obedience award.

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2014 PWDCC Performance Dogs Top dogs of 2014

2014 was a great year for Portuguese Water Dogs. PWDs were

Obedience (Official)

active in Obedience, Rally Obedience, Agility and Conformation. The CKC

(7 dogs competing) 1. Ch. Eauchien’s Shamash, CD RN

Trials

Av Score

HIT

Points

2

193.0

0

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2. Ch. Baywood Sask River Mission,

Official records are shown in the table left for the top five dogs in each activity.

PWDs also competed in AAC agility and

2

190.3

0

9

CARO Rally-O and of course PWDCC and

3. Aliana Sereia Kelby, CGN CD RE

CD RE AgX AgXJ

2

184.8

0

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PWDCA Water Trials. Notable is how they

4. Ridgehaven’s Oscar The Crouch, CGN CD RE

1

192.5

0

5

placed in group competition against all

5. Ch. Pattedeau Black Magic Women, CD

1

188.5

0

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the other Working Dogs, for instance, in Rally, Oscar was the number 7 dog in the group. In Agility, Brenda Brown’s Baywood

Rally Obedience (Official) (12 dogs competing)

dogs were 1, and 8 in Working Group and

Placement in Group Trials

Av Score

Points

17

94.5

100

2. Kortun’s Hershey Kisses, CGN CD RE

6

96.8

39

3. Acostar’s Crazy Water Sim, RA

4

92.5

21

4. Bigbay Rica Cao De Auga CGN RE

4

87.3

17

3

93.7

16

1. Ridgehaven’s Oscar The Crouch,

7

CGN CD RE

5. Ch. Baywood Sask River Mission, CD RE AgX AgXJ

in conformation, Oceano was No. 4.

Ridgehaven’s Oscar The Crouch, CGN, CD, RAE, WWD Oscar continues to excel, earning his CDX with Judge Marie Cloutier at Swansea on May 30th, 2015 and so far this year, Oscar is No. 82 All Breeds, No. 5 Working Group, and in Rally, he’s No. 3 All Breeds and No. 1 Working

Agility (Official) (15 dogs competing)

Group. See last year’s Waterlog for more Placement in Group Trials

1. Ch Baywood Sask River Mission,

Points

1

history on Oscar’s and Lori’ story.

Lori Crouch and Oscar, breeder

CD RE AgX AgXJ 2. Baywood Obsession’s Ode,

Av Score

17

99.7

75

Karen Matthews, Ridgehaven PWDs

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100.0

29

3. Ch Eauchien’s Quinta AgN, AgNJ

NPV PCD RA AgI AgXJ AgXV AgMXJV

7

97.9

14

4. Skipnstone Happygolucky Freddy, AgNJ

5

95.0

11

5

96.0

10

5. Ch Baywood’s What’s It Teya, CGN CD RE AgN

Conformation (Official) (52 dogs competing)

Group Placements BB

G1

G2

G3

G4

BIS

Points

87

25

29

13

10

2. GCh Hi Seas Dr. Romeo Macduff

17

1

3

4

5

0

380

3. GCh Charbr’s Sunset Cruz

25

2

3

3

2

0

230

7

0

1

2

0

0

205

11

1

2

3

2

0

201

1. GCh Claircreek Lusitano Oceano Atlantico No. 4 Working Group

4. GCh Seabury’s Final Voyage 5. GCh Belouro’s Agua Marinha

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Thyroid Disorders in Portuguese Water Dogs W. Jean Dodds, DVM, HEMOPET

Summary of Results for Hemopet PWD Thyroid Study* THYROID STATUS # of PWDs

Total 459

Testing Lab

Hemopet

Normal

407

Hypothyroid

47

Equivocal

Autoimmune

Thyroiditis**

Thyroiditis*

3

2

* 2 dogs had elevated thyroglobulin autoantibodies

early acute inflammatory phase of this thyroid destructive

[normal levels are <10%; positive levels are 25% or higher].

process. Another three dogs had equivocal thyroglobulin

** 3 dogs had equivocal thyroid autoantibody levels; one

autoantibody levels

dog was tested three times with similar results [equivocal

As autoimmune endocrine disorders like thyroiditis (or

thyroglobulin autoantibody levels are 10-24% TgAA].

Addison’s disease) have a heritable basis, the above thyroid

Summary of Findings for Thyroid Function Testing These results indicate that 10.2 % (47 of 459) of the PWD tested by us were hypothyroid.

testing data support the need to actively screen PWD breeding stock. Otherwise, hypothyroidism is bound to increase within the breed, as has already happened with other popular breeds (the so-called “founder effect” of breeding to popular stock)

Two dogs were diagnosed with heritable autoimmune thyroidi-

and in rare breeds with a limited gene pool. Additionally, the

tis based upon finding elevated levels of TgAA [thyroglobulin

PWD has both of these autoimmune endocrine disorders, a

autoantibody]. A very high thyroglobulin autoantibody level

combination called Schmidt’s syndrome in people and dogs,

[> 100%] was found in one dog, which likely reflected the

and these disorders often are linked in the same dog family.

CANINE THYROID DISORDERS SIMPLIFIED

Baseline Thyroid Profiles

Introduction Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder of canines, and more than 80% of cases result from autoimmune (lymphocytic) thyroiditis. The heritable nature of this disorder poses significant genetic implications for breeding stock.

A complete baseline thyroid profile is measured and typically includes total T4, total T3, free T4, free T3, T3AA and T4AA, and can include cTSH and/or TgAA. The TgAA assay is especially important in screening breeding stock for heritable autoimmune thyroid disease.

Thus, accurate diagnosis of the early compensatory stages of

The normal reference ranges for thyroid analytes of healthy

canine autoimmune thyroiditis leading up to hypothyroidism

adult animals tend to be similar for most breeds of companion

affords important genetic and clinical options for prompt inter-

animals. Exceptions are the sighthound and giant breeds of

vention and case management.

dogs which have lower basal levels. Typical thyroid levels for

Although thyroid dysfunction is the most frequently recognized endocrine disorder of pet animals, it is often difficult to make a definitive diagnosis. As the thyroid gland regulates metabolism of all body cellular functions, reduced thyroid function

healthy sighthounds, such as retired racing greyhounds, are at or just below the established laboratory reference ranges, whereas healthy giant breeds have optimal levels around the midpoint of these ranges.

can produce a wide range of clinical manifestations. Many of

Similarly, because young animals are still growing and adoles-

these clinical signs mimic those resulting from other causes

cents are maturing, optimal thyroid levels are expected to be

and so recognition of the condition and interpretation of thy-

in the upper half of the references ranges. For geriatric ani-

roid function tests can be problematic (Table 1).

mals, basal metabolism is usually slowing down, and so optimal thyroid levels are likely to be closer to midrange or even slightly lower.

*The stats above are only from dogs tested at Hemopet and do not include the many lab results that are forwarded to Dr. Dodds for interpretation, usually because the owners/vets believe there may be a thyroid issue.

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Genetic Screening for Thyroid Disease

(Table 2)

Canine autoimmune thyroid disease is very similar to

Most cases of thyroiditis have elevated serum TgAA levels,

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis of humans, which has been shown to

whereas only about 20-40% of cases have elevated circulating

be associated with human major histocompatibility complex

T3 and/or T4 AA. Thus, the presence of elevated T3 and/or T4

(MHC) tissue types. A similar association with canine MHC

AA confirms a diagnosis of autoimmune thyroiditis but under-

genes in hypothyroid dogs has been reported in 9 dog breeds

estimates its prevalence, as negative (non-elevated) autoanti-

to date. These exciting findings of the genetic determinants

body levels do not rule out thyroiditis. Measuring TgAA levels

associated with thyroid disease hopefully will lead to develop-

also permits early recognition of the disorder, and facilitates

ment of a genetic marker test to identify affected breeding

genetic counselling. Affected dogs should not be used for

stock and allow for selective breeding to reduce the disease

breeding.

incidence in pure-bred dogs.

The commercial TgAA test can give false negative results if the

Polyglandular Autoimmunity

dog has received thyroid supplement within the previous 90

Individuals genetically susceptible to autoimmune thyroid dis-

days, thereby allowing unscrupulous owners to test dogs while

ease may also become more susceptible to immune-mediated

on treatment to assert their normalcy, or to obtain certification

diseases affecting other target tissues and organs, especially

with health registries such as the OFA Thyroid Registry. False

the bone marrow, liver, adrenal gland, pancreas, skin, kidney,

negative TgAA results also can occur in about 8% of dogs veri-

joints, bowel, and central nervous system. The resulting

fied to have high T3AA and/or T4AA. Furthermore, low-grade

“polyglandular autoimmune syndrome” of humans is becoming

false positive TgAA results may be obtained if the dog has

more commonly recognized in the dog. The syndrome tends to

been vaccinated for rabies within the previous 30-45 days,

run in families and is believed to have an inherited basis.

or rarely in cases of non-thyroidal illness.

Multiple endocrine glands and nonendocrine systems become involved in a systemic immune-mediated process. This multi-

A large population study by the MSU Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratory found that the prevalence of hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroiditis was associated with body weight and was highest in dogs 2-4 years old. Females were significantly more likely to have thyroid disorders than males, and spaying them increased the risk. Thyroid screening is thus very important for selecting potential breeding stock as well as for clinical diagnosis.

Thyroid testing for genetic screening purposes is less likely to be meaningful before puberty. Screening is initiated, therefore, once healthy dogs and bitches have reached sexual maturity (between 10-14 months in males and during the first anestrous period for females following their maiden heat). As the female sexual cycle is quiescent during anestrus, any influence of sex hormones on baseline thyroid function will be minimized. This period generally begins 12 weeks from the onset

ple endocrinopathy often occurs in patients with underlying autoimmune thyroid disease and concurrent Addison’s disease, diabetes, reproductive gonadal failure, skin disease and hair loss, and intestinal malabsorption or “leaky gut” syndrome.

The most common nonendocrinologic autoimmune disorders associated with this syndrome are autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA), idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), chronic active hepatitis, and immune-complex glomerulonephritis (systemic lupus erythematosus; SLE).

The most commonly recognized polyglandular endocrinopathy of dogs is Schmidt’s syndrome (thyroiditis and Addison’s disease). Examples of breeds genetically predisposed to this disorder include the Standard Poodle, Old English Sheepdog, Bearded Collie, Portuguese Water Dog, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and Leonberger, although any breed or mixed breed can be affected.

of the previous heat and lasts one month or longer. The interpretation of results from baseline thyroid profiles in intact

Aberrant Behavior and Thyroid Dysfunction

females will be more reliable when they are tested in anestrus.

The principal reason for pet euthanasia stems not from dis-

In fact, genetic screening of intact females for other disorders

ease, but undesirable behavior. While this abnormal behavior

such as von Willebrand disease (vWD), hip dysplasia, and well-

can have a variety of medical causes, it also can reflect under-

ness or reproductive checkups (vaginal cultures, hormone test-

lying problems of a psychological nature.

ing) is best scheduled during anestrus. Once the initial thyroid profile is obtained, dogs and bitches should be rechecked on an annual basis to assess their thyroid function and overall health. This allows for early treatment, where indicated, to avoid the appearance or advancement of clinical signs associated with hypothyroidism.

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An association between behavioral and psychological changes and thyroid dysfunction has been recognized in humans since the 19th century. In a recent study, 66% of youngsters with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder were found to be hypothyroid, and supplementing their thyroid levels was largely curative. Furthermore, an association between aberrant behav-

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ior and thyroid dysfunction has been documented in dogs.

Typical clinical signs include unprovoked aggression towards other animals and/or people (especially children), sudden onset of seizure disorder in adulthood, disorientation, moodiness, erratic temperament, periods of hyperactivity, hypoattentiveness, depression, fearfulness and phobias, anxiety, submissiveness, passivity, compulsiveness, and irritability.

After episodes, most of the animals appeared to come out of a trance-like state, and were unaware of their bizarre behavior.

The sudden onset of behavioral changes can occur in dogs around the time of puberty. Most of them have been purebreds or hybrids, with a predilection for certain breeds. Neutering does not alter the symptoms and in some cases the behaviors intensify. Allergies to inhalants, and parasites such as fleas and ticks, followed by skin and coat disorders including pyo-

Table 1. CLINICAL SIGNS OF CANINE HYPOTHYROIDISM Alterations in Cellular Metabolism lethargy weight gain mental dullness cold intolerance exercise intolerance mood swings; aggression neurologic signs hyperexcitability polyneuropathy stunted growth seizures chronic infections Neuromuscular Problems weakness stiffness laryngeal paralysis facial paralysis "tragic" expression urinary incontinence

knuckling or dragging feet muscle wasting megaesophagus head tilt drooping eyelids ruptured cruciate ligament

Dermatologic Diseases dry, scaly skin and dandruff coarse, dull coat "rat tail"; "puppy coat" hyperpigmentation pyoderma or skin infections

chronic offensive skin odor bilaterally symmetrical hair loss seborrhea with greasy skin seborrhea with dry skin myxedema

Reproductive Disorders infertility lack of libido testicular atrophy hypospermia aspermia

prolonged interestrus interval absence of heat cycles silent heats pseudopregnancy weak, dying or stillborn pups

derma, allergic dermatitis, hair loss, and intense itching, have also been linked to changes in behavior. These may be early subtle signs of thyroid dysfunction, when other typical signs of thyroid disease are not present.

Some dogs show seizure disorders of sudden onset that can occur at any time from puberty to mid-life. These dogs appear perfectly healthy outwardly, have normal hair coats and energy, but suddenly seizure for no apparent reason. Recent vaccination boosters, especially for rabies may be triggers. The seizures are often spaced several weeks to months apart, may coincide with the full moon, and can appear in brief clusters.

In some cases the animals become aggressive and attack those around them shortly before or after having one of the seizures. The numbers of animals showing these various types of aberrant behavior appear to be increasing in frequency over the last decade.

Our ongoing studies now include over 1500 cases of dogs

Cardiac Abnormalities slow heart rate (bradycardia) cardiac arrhythmias cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Disorders constipation diarrhea vomiting Hematologic Disorders bleeding bone marrow failure low red blood cells (anemia), white blood cells, and platelets Ocular Diseases corneal lipid deposits uveitis infections of eyelid glands (Meibomian gland)

corneal ulceration keratoconjunctivitis sicca or "dry eye" Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome

presented to veterinary clinics for aberrant behavior. The first 499 cases analyzed independently by a neural network correlative program showed a significant relationship between thyroid dysfunction and seizure disorder, and thyroid dysfunction and dog-to-human aggression. Collectively, these findings confirm

Other Associated Disorders IgA deficiency loss of taste other endocrinopathies adrenal, pancreatic, parathyroid

loss of smell (dysosmia) glycosuria chronic active hepatitis

the importance of including a complete thyroid antibody profile as part of the laboratory and clinical work up of any behavioral case.

For more information Dr. Dodds’ book, ‘The Canine Thyroid Epidemic’ is available in hard copy or as a

References list available upon request.

download at amazon.ca and dogwise.com.

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Table 2. DIAGNOSIS OF THYROID DISEASE

Tick TALK

Basic Thyroid Antibody Profile

I’d never heard of Ehrlichiosis but it

(T4, T3, FT4, FT3, TgAA)

Additional Tests (TSH, T3AA, T4AA)

Older Tests (T4, T4 + T3)

almost killed my beloved Portuguese Water Dog, “Schooner”, during our stay in Mazatlan this winter. After a day at

Serum T4 and/or T3 alone are not reliable for diagnosis because: • overdiagnose hypothyroidism • underdiagnose hyperthyroidism • fail to dectect early compensatory disease and thyroiditis • influenced by nonthyroidal illness and certain drugs

the beach on beautiful Stone Island,

Newer Tests

injury and then, after blood tests, diag-

Just a word of caution, especially to

nosed liver failure.

those of you who travel south with your

Free (Unbound) T4 • Less likely to be influenced by nonthyroidal illness or drugs • Valid equilibrium dialysis solid-phase analog RIA chemiluminescence solid-phase

I noticed that his back legs were unsteady. He seemed lethargic and disinterested in food (a sure sign that something is wrong with Schooner).

A veterinarian initially diagnosed a back

But my normally bouncy, mischievous boy was getting sicker and sicker: all four of his legs were giving out, his head

Endogenous Canine TSH

was tilting, and he would take a step

In primary hypothyroidism, as free T4 levels fall, pituitary output of TSH rises • but, test is poorly predictive in dogs with 20-40% discordancy observed between expected and actual findings; dogs have active alternate thyroid regulatory pathway via growth hormine • affected by concomitant chronic renal disease

then collapse. Finally, the doctor at an

Canine TgAA

nisone, and now, five weeks after the

Thyroglobulin autoantibodies are present in serum of cases with lymphocytic thyroiditis.

• positive results confirm diagnosis; 8% false negative • 20-40% of cases have circulating T3 and/or T4AA • allows for early diagnosis and genetic counseling

emergency clinic made the definitive diagnosis: Schooner had a tick-borne infection called “Ehrlichiosis”. Schooner was placed on doxycycline and predinitial symptoms appeared, he is recov-

dogs, be sure to check to see what kind protection your dog’s medication provides. It’s unlikely that your dog’s veterinarian (especially if you live outside of Eastern Canada) has ever heard of ehrlichiosis. Indeed, two couples, one from Courtenay and the other from Penticton, whom I met in the Mazatlan vet’s waiting room, had never heard of ehrlichiosis and their dogs were not protected against it.

ering nicely. Because of the delay in

Oh… the cost of the initial vet examina-

diagnosis, he may have suffered some

tion and an injection? $14.00 The cost

permanent damage, and the disease may

of having an on-call veterinarian come to

become chronic. Only time will tell.

the house? $18.00, and no charge for

Schooner’s veterinarian in Surrey, BC had recommended that Schooner be put on “Sentinel” before our trip to Mexico last year. Unbeknownst to me, “Sentinel” protects against heartworm,

follow-up visits. Visits to the emergency clinic were substantially more expensive.

However, what would have cost thousands of dollars in Canada cost ‘only’ hundreds and Schooner is still with us!

but contains ZERO tick-bite protection.

Will we return to Mazatlan? Most DEFI-

“Revolution”, which is used by many

NITELY! It is a beautiful city, people are

dog owners, does NOT protect against

extremely kind and friendly (my neigh-

the brown dog tick, the primary carrier

bours constantly asked, “How’s

of ehrichiosis canis. The brown dog tick

Schooner doing?”), and it has become

has been found in Canada and in all 48

our ‘second home’. However, next time,

States, but especially in California and

we’ll be far more prepared for any tick-

the Southern States. “Frontline” or

related issues!

“Nexgard”, in addition to a heartworm preventative, are apparently the most effective protection for your dog when in those areas.

Give your dog an extra hug today, and be glad that she/he is healthy and happy!

Janet McGregor and Schooner live in Surrey BC where Janet is the Coordinator of the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Division.

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Sniffingacrossthecountry…

1ST ANNUAL WALK IN SUPPORT OF PWDCC RESCUE Saturday May 30, 2015 The Walk took place in three locations: Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, Laurel Creek Conservation Area Organizer: Sharon Lapstra Barrie, Ontario, Barrie Community Sports Complex, Organizer: Michelle Jackson Duncan, British Columbia, at Samador PWDs Organizer Mavis McClintock This effort was well supported, donations from the club web-

Left Barrie Walk organizer, Michelle Jackson and her husband, Bruce. Below, Cathy Sockett.

page, walkers and their supporters contributed over $1,300.00 to the PWDCC Rescue fund. Although the Waterloo walk was pretty much rained out, the Barrie walk took place and a great time was had by all participants.

Look for next year’s event and plan on joining this fun walk in support of a great cause and if you’d like to organize a walk in your area for next year let Sharon know (sharon@pwdcc.org).

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From Connecticut Nutmeg Specialty Greenwich Kennel Club, Inc. Saturday June 6, 2015 Results Sweepstakes Judge Ms. Karen Justin Best in Sweepstakes POUCH COVE IT’S NOW OR NEVER MARINELLA Best of Opposite KEEVABAY’S SHAKEN NOT STIRRED Best in Veteran Sweepstakes GCH DOWNEAST PAINTIN’ THE TOWN BN CD RE OA NAJ CGC Best of Opposite Veteran Sweepstakes CH C-LION’S SEQUEL TO THE RING

Specialty

Open Dogs 2 SEABURY’S FINAL FANTASEA

By Ch Ondulado’s Schooner D’Sonoqua x Ch Seabury’s Goodby Ruby Tuesday Owner: Roslyn Eskind & John H Brown Breeder: Roslyn Eskind & John H Brown (Adam Bernardin, Agent) 7 Years & Over Bitches 1 CH SEABURY’S GOODBY RUBY TUESDAY

By Ch Del Sur’s Sea Trout x Ch Hunter’s Eastcoast Blackout Owner: Roslyn H. Eskind & John H Brown Breeder: Roslyn H. Eskind & Elaine Suter & John H Brown

Nutmeg Supported Entry Longshore-Southport Kennel Club, Inc. Sunday June 7, 2014 Judge Joe Gregory OS

CHARBR’S BLACK PEARL

Puppy, 6 & Under 9 DOGS 1 KEEVABAY’S SHAKEN NOT STIRRED

Judge Ms. Debra Thornton

Bred by Exhibitor Dogs 1/W/BW DREWSAR GOBLET OF FIRE

B/G4 OS

Open Dogs 1/R SEABURY’S FINAL FANTASEA

SEL SEL AOM AOM WD/BW RWD

WB RWD BP

CH DOWNEAST DRAGGEN THE LINE BN RA CHARBR’S BLACK PEARL

By Ch Del Sur Night Moves x Drewsar A Crinaca Do Mar. Bitch.

Owner: Cynthia Berube Breeder: Cynthia Berube & Mari & Sara Szauerzopf GCH DANDELION’S MAXWELL’S SILVER HAMMER RN, Dog GCH DOWNEAST PAINTIN’ THE TOWN BN CD RE OA NAJ CGC, Bitch GCH FREESTYLE THE WIZ CD BN RN THD CGCA GCH TAGALONG’S STELLA MARIS’ COMPASS ROSE ODYSEA IMPRESARIO AT POUCH COVE DREWSAR GOBLET OF FIRE

By Ch DownEast Lord Of The Rings x Del Sur Hello Dolly Owner: Mari Szauerzopf & Sara Szauerzopf Breeder: Mari & Sara Szauerzopf SHASTA’S PINT OF HARP TURNABOUT JUST KIDDING POUCH COVE IT’S NOW OR NEVER MARINELLA

Puppy, 6 & Under 9 Dogs 1 KEEVABAY’S SHAKEN NOT STIRRED

By GCH Claircreek Lusitano Oceano Atlantico x Keeva Bay’s Into Mystic Owner: Sharon Lapstra Breeder: Sharon Lapstra (Rebecca L Carner, Agent) Bred by Exhibitor Dogs 1/R DREWSAR GOBLET OF FIRE

By Ch DownEast Lord Of The Rings x Del Sur Hello Dolly.

Owner: Mari Szauerzopf & Sara Szauerzopf Breeder: Mari & Sara Szauerzopf

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Left to right, Cindy Berube with BOSS Charbr’s Black Pearl, Sara Szauerzopf with Reserve Winners Drewsar’s Goblet of Fire and Steve Dostie with BISS Ch Downeast Draggen the Line.

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From Milano World Dog Show

Top, Aviator’s Renaissance Of A Bygone Era, Best of Breed, Hercaron, 4th in Puppy Group, Best Puppy in Breed, the line up, and left, Ch Hi Seas Dr. Romeo MacDuff, owned by Glenda Newton at the World Show, 2nd in the Champions Class.

for complete results go to: http://results.wds2015.com/it/Wds/WdsGroupDetails/WDS/8

Results Judge Asnaghi Ferdinando (Italy) BOB CACIB maschio Aviators Renaissance Of A Bygone Era Hirtz Schmidt Silke (Germany) BOS BOB veterani Amelia Do Lusiadas Bazzani Fabiana (Italy) BOS veterani Aquatass Magic Titan Riberti Laura (Italy) CACIB femmina Dona Rosa Do Lusiadas Menero Mirella (Italy) CAC femmina Dama Bacchilega Paolo (Italy) BOB junior Rubeus Hagrid Jago Carlon Liana (Italy) BOS junior Hecaron Hrvatska Jade Roiha Heidi Koivisto Miia (Finland) BOB puppy Go And Win J’agua-Joy To The World Zech Alexandra (Germany) Miglior gruppo di allevamento Judge Korozs Andras (Hungary) Hecaron Roiha Heidi (Finland)

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Cover Pup Libby, Ridgehaven’s Royalty Well hello everyone! Let me introduce myself. My name is Libby, AKA Ridgehaven's Royalty, and I am almost a year old. In the short time I've been around, I have certainly experienced a lot!

I'm a great student and love to work. I have been through 3 levels of obedience classes, multiple foundation of agility classes, rally classes, and many different workshops! In addition to being a great student, I am also a great teacher. I have taught my parents to be better house keepers by showing them how to pick up their socks, and taught my Nana a little about gardening when I was helping her pick the weeds (she said I was picking the flowers – what does she know!). Along the way I have picked up some special skills like sneaking up on my Dad's pillow at night without waking anyone up – surprise! My biggest catastrophe I'd have to say was sneaking out of my crate at 10 weeks old and making my parents believe I was the smartest puppy ever by not having an accident, until they went to bed that night and realized I peed on my dad’s pillow. OOPS!! Theres just something about my Dad's pillow! OK now let's talk about this little thing called 'grooming’. I try to tell my Mom I don't need to go. I show her I can give myself baths in the muddy creek water in front of our house, and when I smell a great scent on the ground, I always roll in it! That’s about the time when she takes me to the groomers, which I am not the greatest fan of! Speaking of things I'm not a fan of, what is with that thing called a gentle leader?

OK thats enough about me for now. See you all at water trails!

Oh and by the way gentlemen, I'm available! Follow me on twitter @libbythepwd. Cheers!

Libby lives with her 8 year old sister Fairway the PWD, her brother Mack the cat, proud parents Justine and Dan on 24 acres and a nice muddy creek in Stevensville, ON.

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BRANCH News 2015 Dry Land Water Camp The camp was held at Richmond Green Community Centre. Dogs came as far away as the U.S. Participants were introduced to the rudiments of water work, focusing on retrieving bumpers and float lines, delivering articles to hand and an underwater retrieve. All the dogs were very well trained and demonstrated a desire to do the work they were bred to do. It was a most impressive group of dogs and handlers.

Thank you to our volunteers Pat Vokes, Roslyn Eskind, Colin Van Schoor and Tan Crombie. We could not hold these events without your help.

Top, Cathy Gadd briefs the group, below, practising the Apprentice Underwater Retrieve.

Catherine Gadd and Lorraine Wilson

Left, Colin Van Schoor manning the Welcome desk, below the assembled group, right top to bottom, working on the water exercises.

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2015 Water Camp and Advanced Water Camp The camps were held at Laurel Creek.

We have a great group of young dogs coming on, come out and support them at the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trials August 28-30.

Catherine Gadd and Lorraine Wilson See pwdcc.org/Events for Flyers, Premiums and Registration Forms Sunday August 23 Volunteers Roy and Pat Vokes, Lorraine Wilson manning the boats with participants practising boat exercises and swimming at the 2015 PWDCC Water Camp.

All photos by Alexander Chastven.

Water Trial Preparation Day A chance to run through your Water Trial level at the trial location. 11:30-3 $15.00/team.

Location: Laurel Creek Conservation Area 625 Westmount Road, Waterloo ON N2J 3Z4 www.grandriver.ca.

For more information contact: Catherine Gadd, cathy@pwdcc.org

Friday to Sunday August 28-30 PWDCOntario Water Trial Practice day Friday 28, Water Trials Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 Location: Laurel Creek Conservation Area 625 Westmount Road, Waterloo ON N2J 3Z4 www.grandriver.ca.

For more information contact: Catherine Gadd, cathy@pwdcc.org

Photos by Alexandra Chastven.

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P UPOGRA PHY PET PEEVE: Having to come inside.

FAVOURITE NON-CONSUMABLE: apparently everything is consumable.

SPECIAL SKILL: Looking adorable.

BIGGEST CATASTROPHE: Saving up for a really good one!

FAVOURITE DESTINATION: Naples Florida at Aunty Saudis house.

BATHING

AND

GROOMING TOLERANCE: Very good

or maybe just biding my time.

Toys

of

ChoiCe: Anything with long legs so my friends

can play.

MOST ASHAMED MOST PROUD NAME:

Claircreek Breeze of Atlantico, Charlotte.

OF : Nothing.

OF : Everything.

WHAT I WOULD LIKE TO BE WHEN I GROW UP:

NICKNAMES: Baby pup.

A great all around show and performance PWD like my Uncle

DATE

Matisse

OF

BIRTH:

November 5, 2014.

LEADER OF MY PACK: Mom (Donna).

Charlotte lives in Arthur Ontario with her Claircreek FamilyDonna Gottdenker and Bernard Bohn and all the Gang and

EDUCATION: Apprenticing at Dog Show under Uncle

is currently being schooled by her Uncle Matisse.

Matisse.

LEISURE TIME ACTIVITIES: Chewing everything, running, digging, eating paper.

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Junior Handling Junior Handling is an amazing activity for kids who want to become a professional handlers and want to get to know their dog. My name is Kenzie Cooper granddaughter of professional handler and Golden Retriever breeder Gary Cooper.

Before we start I will just say that if you’re planning on being a junior handler that it takes lots of time, hard work and dedication. My daily schedule when going to a dog show can be something like this: Firstly, get up in the morning at 5:00 am (sometimes even earlier!) get dressed in nice clothing brush your hair or gel it, go to the kitchen get a good filling breakfast then get in the car and drive to the show site that can be hours away.

When you get to the show on the first day you will need to help unload the grooming tables, tack boxes and all the equipment needed to groom, house and make your dogs comfortable while at the show. Once you’re setup it’s time to help prepare the animals for the day. Even on days that I am not in a juniors class I take the opportunity to help my mother, and at times, have asked other handlers if they require any help. I try to get as much exposure as possible to all the different breeds and love asking questions.

The day of Junior Handling you will need to find the Show Secretary’s desk to get a form that you and your parents fill out together. This form asks questions about you and the dog you’re handling, breed and arm band number. Once you have finished filling out the form it is time to get the dog you are showing ready. It is important to know your dogs, breed, age and the purpose the dog was originally bred for. You must also study the anatomy of a dog and be ready to answer some questions if asked. Juniors is divided into 7 groups which are based on age and experience level. After 3 wins in your designated age group and class you then earn the chance to move forward.

Finally, once you get in the ring it, feels amazing! It just makes you want to get back in the ring all the time. The experience is a huge confidence booster and has helped me in my public speaking and presenting in school. Honestly, to be able to connect with your dog feels amazing and in my opinion this is what Junior Handling is all about!!!!!

Kenzie Cooper lives in Cambridge with her family and Rumor, their PWD.

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Kenzie with Matisse top, and Lacey.

Kenzie was given the chance to gait him around the ring.

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UPCOMI NG

Events

Look for updates on www.pwdcc.org 2015 Aug 15-16

PWDCC Water Trial in Alberta

A PWDCC event

Location Wizard Lake, Calmar Alberta, Judge Amanda Ford / contact Lynda Propp, Trial Chair, roblindogs.@gmail.com

Aug 23

Water Trial Preparation Day

A PWDCOntario event

Location Laurel Creek Conservation Area, 625 Westmount Road, Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z4, www.grandriver.ca

Aug 28

Water Trial Practise Day

A PWDCOntario event

Location Laurel Creek Conservation Area, 625 Westmount Road, Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z4, www.grandriver.ca

Aug 29-30

PWDCOntario Water Trials

A PWDCOntario event

Location Laurel Creek Conservation Area, Judge Sarah Kahn / contact Catherine Gadd, Trial Chair.

Nov. 29

PWDCC Booster at Caledon

A PWDCC event

Contact Sharon Lapstra for more details, sharon@pwdcc.org

New member applications and lapsed members renewing April 1-June 30 2015

Kim Andersen & Greg Anglin 67 Divadale Dr. Toronto, Ontario M4G 2P1

Ed Duitschaever 1478 Derby County Crescent Oakville, Ontario L6M 4N9

If no objections are received by Tara

Barbara Shopland & Lisa Banks 57 Fairway Court RR 1 Oro-Medonte, Ontario L0L 2L0

Christine Crombie & Owen Gray 365 Bessborough Drive Toronto, Ontario M4G 3L4

Suzanne Bergeron de Gomez 33 Trawley Cres.

Ajax, Ontario L1S 5X8

Melodie Guy 24 Nation Court Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1W2

Cooper-Leith, our Secretary (tara@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.

Frances Berman #7-48 Three Valleys Drive Toronto, Ontario M3A 3B5 Carmen Charette 27 Burnfield Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6G 1Y4 Debra & Michael Collins 22 Findlay Place Stratford, Ontario N5A 0A7

Your dog, young or old, could be featured on our cover masthead or the Pupography page, just send a photo and short story for possible selection. We also love any other general interest stories about your wonderful PWDs for publication in our next issues. We will give you $5.00 off your next club merchandise purchase for every story used.

Send us photos (hard copies, colour or black and white will be

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Michelle and Doug Hardman 1900 N I Street Midland, Texas USA 79705 Robin & Greg Illchuk Box 37 Site 2 RR4 Calmar, Alberta T0C 0V0 Barbara Jeffrey 39 Dow Ottawa, Ontario K1S 4L3 Belinda Kirkwood Kirkwood Arbitration Services 30 Donwoods Drive Toronto, Ontario M4N 2G1

Patricia Lechten 7425 9th Line, RR #3 Thornton, Ontario L0L 2N0 Herbert MacKenzie 30 Briarwood Dr. St. Catharines, Ontario L2S 4A7 Leslie McCracken 4712 Wildwood Rd. Dallas, Texas USA 75209 Michael & Elsie Moreira 23 Kings Lynn Dr Etobicoke, Ontario M8X 2M9 Glenda Newton 43 Turtle Pond Hudson, Quebec J0P 1H6 Rainer Paull 1218 Lauzon Avenue Sudbury, Ontario P3A 3E1

Mario Fillion & Catherine St Pierre 173 route 234 St Marcelin, Quebec G0K 1R0 Joanna Stein 580 Graham Blvd.

Mount-Royal, Quebec H3P 2E2 Dr. Herb Tanzer 342 Spadina Rd. #205 Toronto, Ontario M5P 2V4 Robert Torr 352 Woodfield Road Toronto, Ontario M4L 2X1 Holly van Schoor 2100 Brinkworthy Pl Salt Spring Island British Columbia V8K 1S3

Karen Russell 81-6540 Falconer Dr. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 1M1 Mindy Selby 20 -3201 Rideau Pl SW Calgary, Alberta T2S 2T1

returned), or electronic files of your images (jpegs, tiffs, eps saved at minimum 4”x 6” 260dpi). 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 Roslyn at 416-580-4395 for additional information.

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March 24, 2015, 8pm EST Present: Sharon Lapstra, ON Sue Hopkins, BC Jennifer Byers, PQ Michelle Jackson, ON Pat Vokes, ON Deirdre Hall, ON Tara Leith, ON Absent: Andy Gamache, Prairies Mavis McClintock, BC Patti McDonald, ON

Michelle is leading a walk in Barrie at the Midhurst Recreational Park.

Electronic donations through the club website.

Make it accessible from the homepage.

Annual General Meeting, (AGM) No alternative Board Slate has been put forth.

Board will be declared at the AGM as long as the quorum is achieved. Separate agenda will be circulated. Financial report will be provided. Email blast to be sent with call in information and request agenda items. Need 15 members to attend.

Alberta Regional Specialty No Update, Andy Absent. We will follow up.

Minutes from the last meeting, February 10, 2015: Motion to accept the minutes by Michelle, seconded

by Sue. Approved

Facebook Policy Tara to submit a draft of policies to Sharon and Roslyn.

Membership Report, Pat Vokes 145 Members 18 New 76 Renewals 15 Puppy Members About the same as last year.

Breeder Designation Talk when Roslyn is present about designation in the backend and on membership application.

Facebook Updates, Tara Cooper-Leith Cross sharing with all pages. Being well received.

Board is happy with how it looks.

Waterlog, Roslyn Eskind/Tara Cooper-Leith We have juniors interested in providing information.

Rescue Report, Michelle Jackson Received: 4 email inquiries and 1 application.

New Business Report of PWDCC Treasurer, Pat Vokes $ 20,402.91 in bank 300.00 outstanding cheques 484.42 PayPal BALANCE SHEET

$

60.00 receivables, paid 3,200.00 Merchandise, mostly extra large sizes 500.00 prepaid expense, Alberta Water Trial Judge last year, used this year Boats for BC and Alberta posted 2,500.00 Current liability for deferred membership, for 2015 but paid 2014

HEALTH AND RESCUE BALANCES

Board voted that Rescue funds are never rolled into Club Balance after two years as per policy for other segmented funds, (see October 2014 Minutes) $ 5,639.90 in Rescue currently.

Make a minimum balance for the Rescue funds INCOME S TATEMENT $ -97.69 loss for Ontario: 700.00 loss due to merchandise, at the last AGM it was decided allocate the loss to the Ontario branch.

-509.00 Specialty 1,388.53 Club profit Merchandise needs to be reviewed by the Ontario Branch.

Thank you Pat Vokes for your dedication.

Motion to accept Financials as prepared by Jennifer, Seconded by Michelle. Approved.

Walk for Rescue Report, Sharon Lapstra Flyer has been distributed.

All events must have a waiver signed by all participants. No longer then 5km. People can hold lunches. You don’t have to walk but encourage everyone you know to make a pledge.

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Next meeting AGM, April 15, 2015 @ 8:00pm EST. Regular Board meeting: May 12, 2015 @ 7:30pm EST. Motion to adjourn by Tara, seconded by Sue. Approved.

May 12, 2015, 7:30pm EST. Present: Sharon Lapstra, ON Sue Hopkins, BC Jennifer Byers, PQ Michelle Jackson, ON Pat Vokes, ON Deirdre Hall, ON Tara Leith, ON Andy Gamache AB, Patti MacDonald ON Absent: Mavis McClintock, BC Tara Cooper-Leith, ON Minutes from the last meeting, March 24, 2015: Motion to accept the minutes with the below changes to Merchandise by Michelle seconded by Pat Vokes. Approved.

Report of PWDCC Treasurer, Pat Vokes $ 20,402.91 in bank 405.51 Outstanding Cheques 19,707.24 1,203.68 PayPal Walk for Rescue, Sharon Lapstra $100.00 in donations received so far.

Alberta Regional Specialty-Andy Meeting of Alberta Club at the end of the month.

Hospitality area has been defined. Trophy donations are going well.

All encouraged to help with donations.

New Business AGM- questions and/or outstanding issues: Facebook was well received. Still questions about breeder listing/ litter due. Sharon encourages everyone to use the list even if the litter is sold to bring awareness. The litter due list verifies health testing and doesn’t put the Club in the position of policing a Breeders list. Roslyn to look at perhaps a “B” designation on the members list. Who decides who gets a “B”. Only members have access to the member list. There is a comments box.

Ontario Fall Booster Held at the Caledon KC end of November. Better time of year then Elora! Sharon will take care of prizes. Will be on the Sunday.

Land Training Day Cathy Gadd and Lorraine Wilson were the instructors. Thank you to all who participated! $538.95 Profit!

New Versatility Exercises Club life jacket, bender and seat cushion to be provided by club for new exercises.

Motion by Pat for $100 to go towards Versatility equipment. Seconded by Sue. Approved.

Insurance Directors and officers must be provided to Insurance Company. Sharon will complete.

Next meeting.

June 23, 2015. 7:30pm EST Motion to adjourn by Jen, seconded by Deirdre.

Approved.

*Merchandise Continues to be an issue. Cathy Gadd to be invited to next meeting to help with brainstorming. Take some pictures and do an email blast and Facebook post. Pictures to be sent to Tara.

Membership, Pat Vokes 122 Members 25 New 76 renewal 16 Puppy Members Facebook Update Continues to gain popularity. Working well.

Waterlog- Roslyn/Tara Tara to have a page ready for next issue.

Rescue, Michelle Jackson Three applications. Went through all applications to see who was still interested, we have about 12 families still interested.

Bailey, a rescue dog privately placed in Alaska is having behavioral issues. Will PWDCC Rescue compensate the family for costs? Mavis to provide more information. Must be surrendered to PWDCC Rescue for Club to take responsibility. Sue to download all forms from Rescue that need to be filled out. Over $700 of expenses requires Board approval.

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PWDCC shopping

1. men’s WinDshirT $30.00 Sizes: S M L XL

5. LaDies’ WinDshirT $30.00 Sizes: XS S M L XL

9. GLiDDen ULTra 100% CoTTon T-shirT $15.00 Sizes: S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL

Colours: Charcoal, Beige, Navy

Colours: Deep Red, Beige, Navy

Colours: Light Pink, Violet, Royal Blue, Pink, Gray, Light Slate, Tan, Red, Blue, Celadon, Tangerine

2. LaDies’ miCro haLf ZiP ToP $30.00 Sizes: XS S M L XL 2XL 3X

6. LaDies’ insULaTeD JaCkeT $40.00 Sizes: M L XL 2XL

10. fULL ZiP hooDeD sWeaTshirT $40.00 Sizes: S M L XL 2XL

Colours: Blue with Black only

Colours: Navy, Fossil, Red, Celery

Colours: Light Pink, Light Blue, Irish Green, Royal Blue, Red

11. safari haT $12.00 100% cotton, embroidered with the PWDCC Logo. Colours: White, Green, Black

3. LaDies’ reCyCLeD PoLy fLeeCe $50.00 Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

7. LaDies’ TeChno LiTe WinDshirT $35.00 Sizes: M L XL 2XL

Colours: Red and Black

Colours: Midnight Navy with Gray and Putty with Navy

12. Visor $10.00 Colours: Khaki, Light Blue, Light Pink White, Kelly Green, Royal Blue

4. PULLoVer sWeaTshirT $30.00 Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

8. LaDies’ TeChno LiTe JaCkeT $35.00 Sizes: XS S M L XL 2XL *3XL

13. BaLL CaP $10.00 100% cotton, embroidered with the

Colours: Gray only

Colours: Light Blue only

PWDCC Logo, with a tab at back to adjust size

Note: shipping, if required (by mail), is additional for each item. Average costs in Canada are $12.00 per shipment.

Contact Catherine Gadd for available sizes, email cathy@pwdcc.org.

14. LiCense PLaTe frame $5.00 For Water title holders only, the perfect way to make a splash

JUNE 2015

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