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Breeders Forum – The Miniature Schnauzer

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Contributing Writers Will Alexander Will is often referred to as the “Wayne Gretzky” of dog shows.

Musings is a regular feature of CDF, as well Will plans to continue to interview some of the legends in the Canadian Dog Fancy.

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Dr. Jamie Rothenburger Jamie is a resident in Veterinary Pathology at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon. Watch for Jamie’s Health & Genetics feature in each issue of CDF.

Dr. dick meen “Dr. Dick” has been showing and breeding dogs for over 45 years, is past president of the CKC, and is a worldrenowned all breed judge. Dr. Dick shares his thoughts with us in The Warkworth Notebook.

Publisher’s MESSAGE

PUBLISHER’S MESSAGE

Shawn Bennett

I continue to be amazed at how some people treat

are two major changes that anybody planning to ship

visitors to our shows. At a recent show a professional

or sell a dog into the USA needs to be aware of. Change

handler stopped me and told me about a boy who had

causes panic, but cooler heads do prevail, although the

been hanging around his setup all weekend with great

new rabies criteria has me very concerned over having to

interest. This handler told the boy “Hey, you should go

keep our puppies until they are 12 weeks old before we

over to the show secretary’s table and ask if they could

can ship them to our new USA puppy homes.

provide you any information on how you might be able to get started in showing dogs”. You see, this handler was from out of province, and while he is fairly well known himself, he didn’t know the best people to send this young boy to, so figured this was the best place to

I thought it was important to share the information that I was able to source. While I believe that my sources are accurate, I strongly encourage you to do your research before heading to the border with your dogs.

start. Wrong. Would you believe he was basically told

New USDA health requirements for dogs

they had no idea, and they couldn’t, or wouldn’t, help

imported to the USA for resale

him. Really? You have a young person right there in front of you that is a potential “client” let’s call him, and you brush him off?

In a move to ensure the health and welfare of dogs imported into the USA, effective November 17, 2014, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant

I couldn’t believe this was true, so the handler pointed

Health Inspection Service (APHIS) published a new dog

him out to me and I went and confirmed – sure enough,

importation rule that prohibits the importation of dogs

he was told they had no idea how to help him. So I took

into the United States for resale1 purposes, unless the

him over to our setup, took one of our dogs out of the

dogs are determined to be in good health, have received

crate, and spent over an hour with him showing him the

all necessary vaccinations, and are at least six months of

basics. He was smiling from ear to ear the entire time.

age.

His parents showed up shortly after and also had many questions. Guess what, one of the questions was “When is the next dog show, we would love to come again!”

Importantly, “Dogs imported by a person who will use the dog as a personal pet, for sport, for shows or competitions, or for breeding or semen collection are not subject to the

WE NEED NEW PEOPLE! Yes, I was yelling. Not only do we

six-month age restriction or any other requirements of this

need new people, we need new YOUNG people. If you ever

rule”. Quite simply, the rule “does not apply when there

have a chance like I was presented here, please take the

is no transfer of ownership or control of a dog to another

time to share some of your knowledge and do your part to

person for more than de minimis2 consideration3 after

encourage anybody to learn more about the dog fancy.

the dog’s importation into the United States.”

Once again the email lists are buzzing, this time with

It should also be noted that the rule “Will not apply to

the changes affecting taking dogs into the USA. There

puppies imported by legitimate training organizations for

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Publisher’s MESSAGE

the purpose of training the dog to be a working dog.” Also

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The USDA/APHIS regulations define the term ‘’dogs

noteworthy: dog importations that are not subject to the

imported for resale’’ as dogs imported for sale in

new rule” will not be refused entry or seized because they

wholesale channels, at retail, and for adoption after

arrive without a permit.”

arrival in the United States, as well as dogs imported for other purposes involving transfer of ownership or control

The USDA/APHIS rule also reminds dog importers to abide

of the dog to another person for more than de minimis

by the newly enforced CDC regulations regarding the rabies

consideration after the dog’s arrival in the United States.”

vaccination protocol, requiring that dogs be fully immunized against rabies before being imported into the USA. The

The USDA considers de minimis to have “the standard

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rabies vaccination must be administered no earlier than 12

dictionary meaning, which, according to Merriam-

weeks of age of the dog and at least 30 days before arrival

Webster is, ‘lacking significance or importance; so minor

at a USA port of entry. Therefore, the youngest that a puppy

as to merit disregard.’”

may be imported to the USA is four months of age.

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The USDA states that “consideration” means, “the

Following recent changes surrounding the USDA/APHIS

inducement to a contract or other legal transaction;

and CDC dog importation regulations, I have been told that

specifically: An Act or forbearance or the promise thereof

the CKC is currently working with organizations to explore

done or given by one party in return for the act or

exemption options for CKC members.

promise of another.”

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Shawn

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Musings

With

William Alexander

Bullies & Sportmanship Every sport has its bullies who try to intimidate

These days bullying does not have the same

and push officials to their way of thinking,

effect as in the past, and officials stand up for

hockey, baseball, basketball, and even ours. And

themselves and just do their job. Right or wrong,

these characters never endear themselves to

in a subjective sport, is hard to measure, but

their fellow competitors, and the officials that

there are scales as to how right or how wrong,

let themselves be swayed by such tactics only

leaving space for specifics that are important

lend credence to those tactics.

to certain individuals. For instance one may put more emphasis on eye shape than someone

New competitors who watch these actions

else.

either lean one way or another.

In the long run, respect is gained by just doing First, being offended by such action and

your job. Even if the exhibitor who tries to

language, they just want to remove themselves

bully is successful, do you really think they

from the sport entirely. In a world of dwindling

respect the official that caved to them? I

participation, there is no room for that. Second,

think not. Respect is one of the greatest titles

they begin to mimic the practice, developing a

any dog person can achieve. I sometimes sit

whole new generation of such sportsmanship.

back and watch certain individuals from our

And the circle just continues.

sport disrespect others, who have in the past,

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In the long run, respect is gained by just doing your job.

Even if the exhibitor who tries to bully is successful, do you really think they respect the official that caved to them? awarded them many accolades. We all

of disappointment is inevitable, but to

have had our share of winning and losing,

hear some of the derogatory names these

and when you lose under a judge who has been so good to you in the past, does that really mean they have lost their faculties

people get tagged with, one wonders how they fend for themselves in the real

and are no longer on that list of judges

world. It’s ludicrous. I would hate to be

whose opinion you enjoy receiving?

a relative or close friend of one of these

I do hope I haven’t displayed that

targets and over-hear the statements

characteristic. Sure, a momentary display

made about them. c

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The Warkworth Notebook

with Dr. Dick Meen

It’s time for change Canada!

August for me was always a month to relax, plan, read, and

I began this August by attending the Borzoi Canada National

perchance, to dream.

Speciality at the beautiful Spruce Meadows site in Calgary. There

Judith Rossner, in her award winning novel August, gave notice that all psychiatrists disappeared in August and left their patients to their own devices for the month.

My Borzois also got me off the hook by losing all their hair at that time of the year, thus looking pretty awful, and permitted me to avoid all dogs shows after the first weekend in August.

was an entry of 17. In the past a hundred was considered a small entry no matter the location. This experience highlighted for me, not only the huge struggles we are having in my own beloved breed, but also the sport at large. The flight home from Calgary to Toronto was quite depressing.

Within 48 hours my life changed. My partner and I got on a plane and flew to Iceland. In the Reykavic airport we discovered a hoard

The “dog days of summer” permitted time to prepare for the fall

of Canadian dog fanciers enthusiastically escorting many dogs

campaign. Dogs in Canada with Joan Morden, had brought forward

to Helsinki for the World Show to compete with the 22,000-plus

the Top Dogs In Canada Competition for all to be enthusiastic

other exhibits who were travelling from 60 different countries to

about. Of course today we may say that that was the beginning of

compete under the watchful eye of 63,000 spectators.

the end – a topic to be discussed at another time I do believe.

What a thrill we were all in for. What a different experience

This year in Canada we have all breed shows with less than 100

we would all have. Ring dimensions were determined by the

exhibits, where before there were hundreds.

exhibitors perched on benches intently engaged. Ring stewards

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The Warkworth Notebook continued managed the ring, handed out the ribbons and kept the

dined by Purina. Fancy tables surround the rings and keep

judges in line doing their job and recording their critiques.

us all engaged until at least 10:00 p.m. – WOW!

(Judges were limited to examining 100 dogs a day because of the requirement to provide written critiques). Spectators filled the halls with passion and enthusiasm. Best in Show played to a full house.

On Sunday just before Best in Show the international competition occurs and any dog born outside of the USA is eligible. This always brings a huge entry. Even from Canada. It is not a surprise to learn that this club has

The highlight for me though, without question, was the

been nominated as the top show in the USA this year and

breeder’s class. Each breed had such a class and the

eligible for a Winkle Award.

exhibits numbered up to six dogs/bitches in each entry.

In my Borzoi breeders class I had 18 breeders to evaluate,

Each year club member, Afghan Hound breeder, and artist

with five to six Borzoi in each entry. That evening in the

Terri d’Chacon paints a dog show scene for auction to

group ring there were 500 dogs present – WOW!

support the club. This year that painting raised $11,000 – WOW!

How thrilled was I, as a Canadian, to judge almost 100 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers? How thrilled was

In a few days we will get on a plane again and travel to

I, as a Borzoi breeder, to determine Best of Breed for

Australia and participate in the Adelaide Royal – a 10-day

150 Borzois. Adjudicating one of my favourite breeds,

event already bringing back, for me, memories of our

the Standard Poodle, allowed me to consider 60-plus

“glory days” such as the Sportsman’s Show in Toronto –

specimens. Needless to say I was over the moon.

seven days of purebred dog indulgence. Yes! Now lost?

The flight back to Canada did not find me depressed.

A few days later we changed suitcases and flew west to Santa Barbara. The Santa Barbara Kennel Club is being creative and imaginative in its approach to the challenges facing the sport, thanks to the dedication of Desi Murphy and Abbe Shaw. The regular classes are being enhanced by unofficial classes such as ‘The Bullyganza” and “The Sighthound Spectacular” in which the Best of Breed, the Best Opposite Sex and the Best of Winners from each breed compete under a judge who does not know which one is which – great fun –enthusiastically supported.

On the same evening after BIS the breeders sweepstakes occurs with each breeder providing two dogs from their kennels for consideration. The rings are surrounded by cheering supporters and spectators who are being wined and

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How sad.

It’s time for change Canada. You think? c

(AmCanCh. Minuteman All About Flyfishing ex CanCh. Sailer's Live Life Betina)

A Grand Champion at only 12 months, with 10 BPIG, 2 BPIS, Best In Sweepstakes, 2 Group winnings & multiple group placements in tough competition.

Thanks to all the judges who have recognized the qualities of this young and handsome dog!

#1 Miniature Schnauzer in Ontario, #3 in Canada.

BREEDER : JAIR GARCIA – CROWNPARK OWNERS: JAIR GARCIA & HEATHER ORR OWNER HANDLED by HEATHER ORR - TUXNTAILS CERF Normal 2014, OFA Heart Normal 2014

BREEDERS Forum

The Miniature Schnauzer Connie Krohn Sparx Vonda, Saskatchewan Tell us about yourself, i.e. when you started, names of some of your successful dogs, your involvement with any clubs/associations, is this your original breed?

When I was about 19, I was offered and accepted, a Cairn Terrier. “Bobby” was my introduction to the Terrier group and he taught me all about hand stripping and the joys of having a BIG dog in a small dog package. While I adored him, I wanted a dog that was a bit sleeker and more stylish. I did a little research, a lot of thinking, and decided I wanted a Mini Schnauzer. I spoke with Kate McMillan and in 1997 was offered a nice salt and pepper puppy that was a singleton, sired by Am Can Ch Benalta Batman.

“Sharky” became Can & Am Ch Minuteman No Fear. He won nine Best in Shows and one BISS, and finished his USA title going Best of Winners at AMSC Montgomery County.

In 2000, I was offered a Sharky son, who came to me at about 11 weeks of age. I named him “Brat”, and he became Can & Am Ch Reggae Indulgence.

Brat was co-bred by Kate McMillan and Kim Greenway and co-owned by Kim and myself. Brat was a record breaker – he achieved his first Best in Show at one

the Chicago International show. He was also a Canadian National Specialty winner.

day under nine months of age, and never looked back.

In 2004 I received an email from Mary Paisley of LaCrosse,

Brat won a total of 23 Best in Shows out of 163 Group

WI. Mary had used Brat at stud and bred the bitch she

firsts. He was Best in Sweepstakes at AMSC Montgomery

kept from that litter to one of her studs that I had been

County and Best in Specialty at the AMSC National at

admiring. She mentioned in this email that she had a

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nice boy puppy who looked just like his dad! After seeing a

Award of Merit at AMSC “Schnauzapalooza” with about 150

picture, then a video, I decided I wanted this boy to come

MS competing. She was bred that weekend at two years

up to Canada and thankfully, Mary was willing to let him

of age and gave me a beautiful litter of eight, all free-

come to me. “Bookie”… well, there aren’t enough words to

whelped. An impressive feat for a bitch measuring under

describe all that Bookie is to me and all that he has done.

13”! Sadly, eight babies took a toll on her little figure and it

Am Ch & Can GChEX ToMar’s The Fix Is In CGN is the first

was decided she would retire from the show ring.

Miniature Schnauzer to become #1 Terrier in Canada, a feat he achieved in 2006 – and he was also #10 all breeds that year. He “only” won a total of nine Best in Shows, but they were big shows! Bookie has won the Canadian National Specialty four times and has also received an Award of Merit at an AMSC National five times, the last two from the veterans class at nine years of age, as well Bookie has won

Sunny gave me two outstanding boys – Can Ch Sparx Sun Worshipper who lives in the USA, and Can GCh Sparx Rich Dark N Delicious – “Noka”, a boy who embodies everything I envisioned when I bred Sunny. Noka is just starting his show career – but I can’t help but believe that the future holds a lot of excitement and fun for us!

two BISS in the USA, one with an entry of over 100 dogs.

Since your involvement in this breed, have you seen many

Bookie has left an indelible mark on the breed and at time

changes within the breed?

of writing, is in the USA standing at stud and producing lovely puppies at 10 years old.

I’ve only been involved about 17 years and in that time span – no, I have not noticed many changes except perhaps

In 2009 I heard from Matthew and Shannon Sowden in

that the quality of black and silvers, and blacks, has

Australia. They had a Bookie daughter that they bred and

improved.

she produced a nice black and silver bitch. They sent pictures – I liked what I saw and before we knew it, “Rorah” was booked on a flight to Saskatoon! Can Ch Kenraine

Who do you believe to be the greatest dog in your breed that you have ever seen?

Sparx I Am Woman was a lovely little bitch would prove

There are many beautiful dogs out there that have a lot to

her worth in the whelping box. In 2011 I bred Rorah back

offer the breed.

to her grandsire, Bookie and she gave me a litter of five lovely puppies, three of which would become Canadian champions. I kept a girl and named her “Sunny” – Can GCH & Am GCH Sparx Sand In My Bikini. Sunny was a beautiful show girl who achieved her titles easily and was given an

If you were able to incorporate just one dog into your breeding program, who would it be? (This can be from the past or present.)

I would love to breed back to Brat (Reggae Indulgence), Canadian Dog Fancier

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A lively little dog that is a mixture of Terrier and working type. Although the Schnauzer resembles a Terrier in appearance, movement should be reminiscent of a working dog, rather than the restricted movement that one would expect from a Terrier.

What advice could you provide to judges as being the most important and least important characteristics of this breed?

Of most importance would be movement and temperament. Of least importance would be colour.

Is the depth in quality stronger in dogs or bitches?

The males, although there are some very good quality for his incredible movement. For myself, I look at what the

bitches out there. For whatever reason it is most often the

bitch needs and try to find a dog who is strong in those

males that are specialled and the bitches stay home.

areas. For my last litter I used a relatively unknown dog and got great results. It’s about the DOG, not about the win record.

What do you feel has been your greatest contribution to this breed?

Keeping Bookie. Not following the advice of my mentor,

Are there any heredity or health concerns one should be aware of when purchasing a dog in this breed?

Mostly there are eye problems, we are seeing some heart problems as well.

How do the dogs in Canada compare to other countries?

who told me he wouldn’t amount to much and that I should

Canadian dogs can be and are very successful in the USA,

send him back to his breeder. There was something about

England and Australia. Other parts of Europe have a very

Bookie that captured my heart and I decided to run him on

different type.

and see what he became. To be fair, my mentor evaluated him at about 10 weeks of age, which is probably not the best time to truly evaluate a puppy.

Who have been your greatest mentors?

Getting me started in dog shows and showing me that

Before Bookie came to me, he was promised to a family as

I could be a successful artist, I owe a debt of gratitude

a pet, and was sent to me with ears intact in case I decided

to Jean Grassick (Winbakees Keeshonden). I have Kate

upon seeing him in the flesh that he was not what I wanted.

McMillan (Minuteman) to thank for teaching me about

If that were to be the case, he would have returned to

Miniature Schnauzers and those years spent as friends

Wisconsin and lived out his life happily on the couch.

helped shaped my view of the breed.

Do you believe that the judges judging your breed today

Final thoughts?

have a firm understanding of your breed?

For the most part, yes.

Mini Schnauzers are a confident, inquisitive breed. They should stand their ground, with tail up and ears forward.

In as few words as possible, describe the essence

They should never start a fight – but never back down from

of your breed.

one either. Much like their owners! c

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Catherine (Kate) McMillan Minuteman Perm Reg. Delisle, Saskatchewan Tell us about yourself, i.e. when you started, names of some of your successful dogs, your involvement with any clubs/associations, is this your original breed?

My first litter was born in 1983, and produced my first BIS and #1 dog, Ch. Minuteman’s Go Dog Go. Dobes were my original breed, but after I became involved in Minis, I decided to focus on the latter. Since then, I’ve bred over 40 American champions, no idea how many Canadian titlists, as well as champions in the UK, Japan, South Africa, and South America. Some of the more

AmGCh.CanChEx. Minuteman Venus Flytrap - #1 bitch Canada and USA 2011.

successful show dogs – in the past, Am.Can.Ch.Benalta Batman, Am.Can.Ch.Minuteman No Fear, Am.Can. Ch.Reggae Indulgence – currently, AmGCh.CanGChEx.

Terriers. Today a free moving special is no longer the odd

Minuteman Venus Flytrap, AmGCh.CanCh.Minuteman

dog out, and that’s a good thing.

Goldikova, AmGCh.CanCh.Minuteman Safety Last, and AmGCh.CanCh.Minuteman Toxicology.

I helped found the Saskatchewan Terrier Association, and am active in the Miniature Schnauzer Club of Canada.

I think, however, that in some regions of North America we do see the consequences of stud dog dominance – some lines are plagued by wide fronts, and barrel ribs, while others are so slabby the fronts resemble

Since your involvement in this breed, have you seen

Bedlingtons. Shoulders should be laid back and elbows

many changes within the breed?

beneath the shoulder tips, with moderate forechest and

There have been a few – rolling coats (which enable dogs to be shown year round) were unknown when I began. I was among the first to experiment, and now many dogs are shown successfully using this technique, which has

the reach and drive more typical of a good Standard Schnauzer than a Smooth Fox. And rears – in some regions there’s a glut of exaggerated rear angles and sickle hocks. So improve or decline? It’s a mixed bag.

enabled Minis to gain rankings they were incapable of

Who do you believe to be the greatest dog in your breed

pattern stripping kept them out of the ring for half the

that you have ever seen?

year.

I’m still waiting to see it in the flesh. I have an ideal Changes in type? This is more a regional phenomenon as certain sires/kennels rise and fall.

mental image, best exemplified by a photo of Am.Ch. Skyline’s Storm Signal. Was the dog as good in real life?

Do you believe the quality of the breed has improved

I don’t know, I only saw him as a veteran – and it doesn’t

or declined since your involvement? If you can, list the

matter.

improvements, as well as what has declined.

If you were able to incorporate just one dog into your

Movement is better, particularly side gait. When I began

breeding program, who would it be? (This can be from

Minis were shown (in the USA) jacked up like bad fox

the past or present.)

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AmGCh.CanCh. Minuteman Toxicology – multiple US specialty winner, BB at Devon 2013.

Am.Can.Ch.Minuteman No Fear - the first of three homebreds to go Best of Winners at Montgomery County to date, and sire of Am.Can. Ch.Reggae Indulgence, first homebred (cobred with Kim Greenway) to win an AMSC National Specialty (with Connie Krohn).

What do you feel has been your greatest contribution to this breed?

I fought long and hard on movement in the USA show ring, stuck to my guns and let my dogs move out. At one of my first US specialties, a breed icon yelled at me inside the ring for “running” with my bitch. I ignored him. Today, I’d have yelled back at him to show his own damned dog! So, when I’m at Montgomery or Great Western

AmGCh.CanCh.Minuteman Goldikova, Multiple US group and specialty and see people moving their dogs out (not racing, just winner, Best of Breed Montgomery County 2012. #1 bitch in the US 2012. using proper reach and drive), I feel some satisfaction

for breaking the ice. Soundness is so important to breed That’s not how I breed. I focus on the patterns in family

type. (And no, you can’t find “soundness at the pound”

lines, those traits (positive and negative) that are present

– so much damage is done to breeds with that simplistic

in the majority of their members. Next, on the producing

excuse.) Soundness is the test of structure, part and

patterns of the stud dog, which of his traits he seems to

parcel, of correct type.

pass on and which aren’t. I mostly breed within my own family line, and when I introduce an outcross, I prefer it

Do you believe that the judges judging your breed today

be someone else’s successful experiment – so that the

have a firm understanding of your breed?

new blood is already combined with my original stuff. My current top-producing sire is the son of an unshown dog

Some do, some not so much. Same as all breeds.

no one ever saw, who produced only that litter. His sister

In as few words as possible, describe the essence of your

finished in the UK in eight days.

breed.

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AmGCh.CanCh.Minuteman Safety Last - #1 MS in Canada 2012, and best of breed at Westminster 2013. (handled by Krystal Mason).

Goldiova.

A robust, balanced wire-coated small working dog, with

Marg Moran McQuinn showed me with her Scotties, that

the proud carriage and alert confidence and expression of

a small breeder in the middle of nowhere, could breed

a Terrier.

top winners in the toughest of company. I didn’t have

What advice could you provide to judges as being the most important and least important characteristics of this breed?

Most important – they must be robust, balanced, squarely built, free moving. Least important – colour details.

Is the depth in quality stronger in dogs or bitches?

Almost always bitches.

a true mentor in Miniature Schnauzers, and believe it’s been of great advantage not to be beholding to any clique or family line. I based most of my early breeding on a very successful kennel that had by then closed down, so instead of seeking mentors, I immersed myself in breed history and genetics.

Final thoughts?

We have a crisis on our hands. The quality of MS in Canada

Are there any heredity or health concerns one should be

makes it very difficult for new breeders to break out and

aware of when purchasing a dog in this breed?

win at higher levels – so important to motivating people

Too many for this column, my advice is to visit the national club websites to research the major issues.

when they first begin to understand how difficult and expensive it is to breed dogs. So my final thoughts are to share some advice to my peers in all breeds – stop

How do the dogs in Canada compare to other countries?

beating these people down. If you have a dog you think

The best in the world. We prove it year in and year out in

can win 20 Best in Shows, it has no business competing

the USA show rings, nearly all shown by owner-handlers.

in 10 dog groups – none. Get it out of these tiny shows

Canadian dogs are consistently at the front of the line at

and let these newer people compete among themselves

major specialties, despite our small numbers.

and gain confidence. By all means, show your class dogs

Who have been your greatest mentors?

and set an example as to how it’s done, but stop beating them up in the breed ring. Give them a shot at getting into

The late Jean Bellavance, a Basenji breeder, taught me a

the group where they may eventually taste the BIS ring

lot about basic animal husbandry when I began. Always

for themselves, and we may have a breed and a sport that

patient with my stupid mistakes, I learned a lot from her.

continues beyond our tenure. c

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Lynda Berar Naibara (Perm.) Reg’d.

Calgary, Alberta Tell us about yourself, i.e. when you started, names of some of your successful dogs, your involvement with any clubs/associations, is this your original breed?

I started in Miniature Schnauzers in 1967 with the purchase of a puppy for obedience. She was a wonderful introduction to the breed and surpassed all my expectations in the obedience ring. She obtained numerous “High in Class” and “High in Trail” awards during her time in the ring with her best score of 199.5 coming from the open class at eight

Can Ch Naibara’s Something Special - Schnapps.

and a half years of age. Needless to say she completely

owner-handled Group One and also my first Specialty

won me over to the breed!

win. He also sired two of the top three producing bitches

In the past 47 years in the breed I have bred almost 200 champions that have finished owner-handled. I have bred numerous BIS and BISS winners, as well as more than my

in this breed: Can Ch Naibara’s Be My Valentine (I believe with nine or 10 champions) and Can. Ch. Almost An Angel (with 11 champions).

share of Puppy Group winners and Best Puppy In Show

Midnight’s son BISS Can. Ch Naibara’s It’s Hard To Be

winners! Most of these champions have placed in or won

Humble ROM was the first Mini I showed with natural

groups, won puppy groups and/or Puppy In Show wins.

ears and he set records for a natural-eared dog in that

My first breeding bitch was purchased from Handsworth Kennels in Quebec and I bred her to the top dog in the

day winning Groups and Specialties, but never the “Big One”!!

USA at that time, Am. Ch. Sky Rocket’s Bound To Win

His first son to finish BIS BISS CH. Naibara’s On The Move

(USA top producer also). From that litter was born Can.

ROM did it in great style by winning me my first owner-

Ch. Naibara’s Something Special. She proved to be

handled Best In Show! It was on March 21, 1987! I will

“Something Special” and became a show dog supreme!!

never forget that day! He did it under three different

She loved the ring! She was different than anything in

judges and he did it as a puppy! He was just 11 months

Canada at that time and because of that it took us a bit of

old at the time and held the record for many years for

time to finish her. Once she finished she became the top

being the youngest Mini to win a Best!

female in Canada the year we showed her (1976). She is in the pedigree of all the top dogs I have had since then!

Am. Ch. Int Ch. MBIS BISS Can. Ch. Naibara’s Wizard Of Awes ROM was my first multiple Best In Show winner

Her son Ch. Naibara’s Midnight Special ROM was top

And was top Mini in Canada in 1994 and 1995. In 1994

Schnauzer in Canada in 1978 and he won me my first

he also was fifth top Terrier and in 1995 was ninth top

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Terrier all owner-breeder-handled. He also won the Prairie Lily Classic in Saskatoon and the entry into that was by invitation only to group winners. All his BIS wins were from judges that had not judged him previously!

My first bitch to win a Best In Show was BIS Can. Ch Naibara’s Supermodel. She only had five puppies in her breeding career – but four became champions and all four were Group winners!

Her most notable offspring is Am. Ch MBIS Can. GChX Naibara’s No Question CGN, ROM. He finished his American title by winning BW at Montgomery County on the east coast and also going BW at Great Western Terrier Specialty on the west coast, two of the largest Specialties for Minis in America!

I don’t get to the USA often, but in the fall of 2012 I took a seven month old male puppy to the States on a circuit with me figuring it would just be for experience and ring training. I was showing a mature bitch on this

Am Ch MBIS Can GChEx Naibara’s No Question - Quest.

circuit. Well that puppy came home with his American title before he was seven and a half months of age and the last day that we showed down there he won the breed from the six to nine puppy dog class and went on to win a Group second over some of the American top Terriers. I finished the bitch in the same amount of days also. At 18 months of age he won a BIS and became Am. GCh. BIS Can. GCh. Naibara’s I Believe.

His first son to finish MBIS BISS GCh Naibara’s Comehell Or Hi-Water, actually finished his championship by going BIS from the bred-by class at the tender age of nine months at the Alberta Kennel Club winter show last February. Rodeo has won another best as well as winning the Canadian National Miniature Schnauzer Specialty all before the age of 16 months of age. He is now retired in Canada and will eventually go south to finish his American title.

My kennel has the most number of top producers than any other kennel in Canada and I am into breeding from my 15th and 16th generations.

Am Int Ch MBIS BISS Can Ch Naibara’s Wizard Of Awes - Solo.

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MBIS Can GCh Naibara’s Come Hell Or High Water - Rodeo.

I joined the CKC in 1967 and I have been a life member for quite a few years. I have also been members of the Canadian Miniature Schnauzer Club and the American Miniature Schnauzer Club for over 40 years.

Since your involvement in this breed, have you seen many changes within the breed?

There have been good and bad changes in the breed.

Heads are generally better (not being as snipey and not as cheeky), but some of the eyes are still too large and too

Do you believe the quality of the breed has improved or declined since your involvement? If you can, list the improvements, as well as what has declined.

Overall the quality has improved in heads, toplines, and tail sets and coats. I feel the quality has declined in that we are seeing more straight fronts, less rib spring, more exaggerated rears, and too much exaggerated movement.

Some are becoming too elegant as well. This should be a moderate breed!

round. I have seen some light eyes as well. The Miniature

Who do you believe to be the greatest dog in your breed

Schnauzer should be a moderate dog and appear square.

that you have ever seen?

I am concerned with the exaggerated profile and side gait at the expense of squareness, topline and length of leg.

I am seeing less and less good rib spring in the breed as well. The Mini is not a grey fox Terrier!!

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Without hesitation, Am. Can Ch. Skyline’s Blue Spruce!

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If you were able to incorporate just one dog into your breeding program, who would it be? (This can be from the past or present.)

I would go back and use a dog I used very sparingly, and I am sorry now, as he had some great things that

Is the depth in quality stronger in dogs or bitches?

I feel the quality right now is in the bitches!

Are there any hereditary health concerns one should be aware if when purchasing a dog in this breed?

I should have gotten from him but didn’t realize at

There are different problems that run in different

that time that my breeding program needed them. His

families in this breed. I believe it is important to test

name is BIS Can Ch. Naibara’s On The Move.

for what there are tests for. If a breeder is not doing

What do you feel has been you greatest contribution to this breed?

I have had the unwavering dedication to the written standard of this amazing breed. Over the years I have tried to breed dogs of good conformation, temperament, and health.

Do you believe the judges judging your breed today have a firm understanding of your breed?

No, I do not feel the judges have a good understanding of my breed. Many are fooled by grooming, and type

any testing of any kind, it should put up a red flag for the buyer. Most reputable breeders will discuss the problems that might be in their line and what tests they have had run on their dogs.

How do the dogs in Canada compare to other countries?

My opinion is that in Canada we have some top breeders and their dogs could hold their own anywhere in the world at this time.

Who have been your greatest mentors?

doesn’t seem to matter as long as it has attitude and

My mentor was the late Denis Springer from the USA.

shows well! This is a square moderate breed and

He helped me tremendously in the beginning with my

should not be exaggerated in any area! Definitely

grooming and helped me to understand the essence

should have good rib spring.

of this breed. Other than that, I have learned the

In as few words as possible, describe the essence of your breed.

hard way, usually by trial and error. I obtained every piece of information I could find on the breed and on grooming and went over it and over it. I went to all the

Square, moderate, robust, cobby, people dog,

educational seminars and workshops that I could find

intelligent.

in my area. I also watched and listened to everyone

What advice could you provide to judges as being the most important and least important characteristics of this breed?

that would give me the time of day!

Final thoughts.

Unfortunately my breed has evolved into an overly

I believe the most important are breed type, robust,

groomed breed where dying, painting, and altering

cobby, moderate, balanced, effortless movement, and

the texture of the coat has become routine. The fad

no exaggerations.

now is for the breed to cover the ground with a lot of

I believe least important is grooming. It is important that you can see and feel the correct outline and the dog is stripped and cleanly presented. Remember Schnauzer groomers are very talented!

fast steps. The result is a flying gait – but it is not a far reaching gait on the ground. In some it has become a high reaching gait as well. I believe the judges should remember this is a moderate breed with no exaggerations! c

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Vicki Stephens Empire Miniature Schnauzers Langley, British Columbia

who is also an American and Canadian top producer. Early on in my breeding program I was fortunate to produce and show my first breeder-owner handled BIS dog, Ch Empire’s Dorado and later to provide two amazing top-winning, multi Best in Show dogs to other breeders

Tell us about yourself, i.e. when you started, names of some of your successful dogs, your involvement with any clubs/associations, is this your original breed?

– Can Mex MCh Empire’s To Boldly Go (7 BIS) in Mexico, and Aust Gr Ch Can Ch Empire’s High Noon At Kenraine (six BIS) in Australia. High Noon was the first Miniature Schnauzer import from any country to make up a Grand

I have been breeding and exhibiting Miniature

Champion title in Australia. I am proud to say that Empire

Schnauzers since 1986, and have never owned or wanted

bloodlines can be found around the world.

any other breed. I am a member of the Canadian Kennel Club, The Miniature Schnauzer Club of Canada (past president, currently treasurer, and was the BC director for more years than I can remember), the American Miniature Schnauzer Club, and the BC All Terrier Club (former executive).

Of particular note is Am Can Ch Empire’s Dark Angel (“Dara”), basically my foundation bitch and littermate to BIS Ch Empire’s Dorado. Everything that is Empire today is down from her. She gave me some great offspring to work with including my fabulous “Distant” litter, Am Can Ch Empire’s Distant Galaxy ROM, Am Can Ch Empire’s

I have bred and/or owned 64 Canadian champions

Distant Lightning and Empire’s Distant Thunder. Thunder

and 20 American champions with country and club

arrived in Europe when North American dogs were still

champions in Australia, Mexico, Poland, and the Czech

not accepted by old-school judges despite which he

Republic. I have bred two Reserve World Winners, one of

still earned some lovely wins and left a legacy beyond

which was breeder/owner handled to the win by myself

compare in Eastern Europe. Distant Galaxy has left a line

– Am Can Polish Ch Empire’s Pi In The Sky ROM RWW06,

in North American for Empire that continues today.

Am Can Pl Ch Empire’s Pi In The Sky ROM RWW06 (shown by Vicki).

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Can Ch Empire’s Dorado (shown by Vicki).

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Am Can Ch Empire’s Vanilla Bean (shown by Vicki).

Dara returned to the USA show ring at five years of age and completed her title with ease. In the process she joined the ranks of the few dual titled and dual top-producing bitches in either Canada and the United States. We believe that Dara set breed history obtaining her American title at five years of age and after whelping four litters (19 puppies).

Indeed a remarkable feat.

I am particularly proud of Am Gr Ch Can Ch Advocate Empire Over The Top “Kylie” and Am Can Ch Empire’s Vanilla Bean “Bean”. Kylie is co-bred with Advocate and owned by them and is the first bitch of my breeding to earn an AKC Grand Champion title, which she followed

Am Can Ch Empire’s Dark Angel ROM (shown by Vicki).

with a Best of Opposite Sex win (over top-ranked specials), at the Westminster Kennel Club show this past February. Bean was campaigned on a limited basis in Canada in 2012 and was a very respectable #2 bitch, #6 Miniature Schnauzer in group competition, #1 and #5 respectively in breed competition.

Since your involvement in this breed, have you seen many changes within the breed?

Absolutely! There have always been pockets of dogs who have prevailed in the show ring throughout the years. More recently I have noticed the quality is more consistent right across North America. I am pleased to see more dogs that have a balanced look and that carry the substance that the breed should have.

Do you believe the quality of the breed has improved or declined since your involvement? If you can, list the improvements, as well as what has declined.

I believe the quality has improved. As I mentioned previously, there have always been pockets of quality dogs.

These pockets have grown and are now the majority instead of the minority.

Who do you believe to be the greatest dog in your breed that you have ever seen?

I am a great fan of the late, great Am Ch Regency’s Right On Target. I think the stamp he left on the breed will always be evident in future generations.

Am Gr Ch Can Ch Advocate Empire Over The Top (shown by Kate McMillan).

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Balance is #2. A dog that is not balanced cannot move correctly nor portray the proper picture. The body is short and deep, with the brisket extending at least to the elbows. Ribs are well sprung and deep, extending well back to a short loin.

The underbody does not present a tucked up appearance at the flank. The top line is straight; it declines slightly from Am Can Ch Empire’s Distant Galaxy (shown by Vicki).

If you were able to incorporate just one dog into your breeding program, who would it be? (This can be from the past or present.)

I would love the opportunity to breed back to Target.

the withers to the base of the tail. The over-all length from the chest to stern bone appears to equal the height at the withers.

Is the depth in quality stronger in dogs or bitches?

There is currently a lot of strength in both sexes, but I have been more impressed with the quality of the bitches in the

What do you feel has been your greatest contribution

last few years. There have been some stunning girls in the

to this breed?

ring in both Canada and the USA, the kind that take your breath away.

My involvement in the various clubs, in particular my own National breed club and my assistance to others, novices and my peer group, in providing a solid foundation or

Are there any heredity or health concerns one should be aware of when purchasing a dog in this breed?

bloodlines to step up their breeding programs and share

There are a few eye diseases (several types of cataracts and

my knowledge of the breed.

PRA), MAC (microbacterium avium infection), and Myotonia

Do you believe that the judges judging your breed today

Congenita. Good in-depth pedigree research, as well as

have a firm understanding of your breed?

the occasional DNA test and annual eye exams on all adult

Not really. That said, I think there are many factors involved

diseases under control. Overall, this is a very healthy breed.

in the show ring in Canada.

In as few words as possible, describe the essence of your breed.

breeding stock and every single puppy has kept most

How do the dogs in Canada compare to other countries?

We are very competitive and more often than not, I am sure our competition would like us to stay home.

A robust, active dog of Terrier type. Alert, active, and easy to live with. Nearly square in proportion of body length

Who have been your greatest mentors?

to height, with plenty of bone and substance – but most

I was fortunate to obtain my first show dogs from Annfield

importantly balance. A dog that moves well in profile and

Miniature Schnauzers and they taught me the basics of

has the correct reach and drive. Long and low is not correct

grooming and presenting a dog for show, and they were a

and should not be rewarded.

great help in discussing pedigrees and all things Miniature

What advice could you provide to judges as being the most important and least important characteristics of this breed?

Schnauzer in my first few years of this hobby.

Final thoughts?

It is my hope that the article will be read by a few potential

Size is #1. It is the most important factor in our breed and

exhibitors and breeders and they will join us in promoting

both dogs and bitches should fall within the 12 to 14 inch

this wonderful breed. There are many members of the

range. There is no ‘preferred’ size, a 12 ½ inch bitch is just

Miniature Schnauzer Club of Canada that would love to help

as correct as a 13

7/ 8

dog. The word miniature is of utmost

importance, it is part of the breed name.

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someone get started. Don’t hesitate to contact a member of the executive to get some help or a referral. c

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Louise Gordon Middlegate Winnipeg, Manitoba

There have obviously been many changes in the breed since the 1960s, however, not that many in the last 15 years – and the last 13 since my first litter.

Do you believe the quality of the breed has improved or declined since your involvement? If you can, list the

Tell us about yourself, i.e. when you started, names of some of your successful dogs, your involvement with any clubs/associations, is this your original breed?

improvements, as well as what has declined.

The quality seems to be about the same. There were great dogs 15 years ago and there are great dogs today.

There were also weaker dogs then, as there are today.

Miniature Schnauzers are my original and only breed.

All dogs have faults, some are more noticeable than

When I was five years old, my father, who was an all-

others.

breed judge, brought the first Miniature Schnauzers into Manitoba. So, I grew up at dog shows and

Who do you believe to be the greatest dog in your

followed my father’s breeding program closely. He

breed that you have ever seen?

died at quite a young age, and I was not in a position

My favourite Schnauzer was Am/Can Ch Annfield

to carry on at that time. Fast forward several years to buying a female from Gail Wilford (Scandals) 15 years ago and working my breeding program in partnership with Gail.

My breeding program is very small. I average less than one litter a year. I have had two quite successful

Oh For Sure. To me, he was the epitome of what a Schnauzer should look like.

If you were able to incorporate just one dog into your breeding program, who would it be? (This can be from the past or present.)

dogs. The first dog BIS Ch Middlegate Almost Famous

The foundation bitch I bought from Gail was sired by

ROM was from my first litter. He had over 60 group

Am/Can Annfield Oh For Sure, so he was incorporated

placements, 30 of which were firsts. His Best in Show

into my breeding program.

occurred at a Northwinds December show, which had the biggest entry of any shows that year. He finished that year as the #4 Miniature Schnauzer in Canada. My

What do you feel has been your greatest contribution to this breed?

second successful dog was his daughter Am Ch/Can

I don’t think I have bred enough dogs to have made a

Gr Ch MBIS Scandals Scarlett O’Middlegate CGN ROM

contribution to the breed.

(bred by Gail), but owned and shown by me. Scarlett finished her American championship in two weekends with four majors and breed wins over specials. She was the second Miniature Schnauzer Grand Champion and the first female to achieve that. The year of her Bests in Show, she was the #3 Schnauzer in Canada.

She produced five champions, all of whom were group

Do you believe that the judges judging your breed today have a firm understanding of your breed?

Miniature Schnauzers are a popular breed, so judges see many of them in the ring. By and large, I think most judges understand and appreciate the breed.

winners as puppies, two were puppy show winners,

In as few words as possible, describe the essence of

and one won the group at six months, his first day in

your breed.

the ring, defeating the top dog in the country that day.

Miniature Schnauzers are big dogs in small packages.

Since your involvement in this breed, have you seen

They are bright, loyal, feisty and strong. They make

many changes within the breed?

wonderful pets.

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What advice could you provide to judges as being the most important and least important characteristics of this breed?

A hard wire coat is an important characteristic in the breed, and I am not sure all judges appreciate that.

Brian Kruse Krown Kennels (formerly Kruse Kennels) Campbell River, British Columbia

Schnauzers are supposed to be robust, square dogs, not long-backed or fine-boned. They are supposed to have attitude and not shy away when the judge goes over them or when sparred.

Is the depth in quality stronger in dogs or bitches?

Tell us about yourself, i.e. when you started, names of some of your successful dogs, your involvement with any clubs/associations, is this your original breed?

I have been involved in dogs for 23 years. I started with

This is hard to say. Males are shown for a longer time

German Shorthaired Pointers, as my parents agreed I

than most bitches, as the girls retire earlier to the

could have a show dog, but it had to be a hunting dog.

whelping box, so it’s the nice dogs that do most of the

Through the years I have also bred and shown Shetland

winning and get known. However, I have seen very nice

Sheepdogs, and currently we have a BIS winning Giant

dogs in both genders.

Schnauzer as part of our household.

Are there any heredity or health concerns one should be aware of when purchasing a dog in this breed?

I am relatively new to breeding Miniature Schnauzers,

There are health concerns with Miniature Schnauzers.

Puppy eyes should be checked early to make sure they don’t have any issues. There can also be liver shunts in the breed, heart murmurs, and other concerns. The responsible breeder will take back or replace any dog that develops a hereditary disease in the first five years of life.

but have been actively following them since my introduction to the dog show world. They were my first love! My first litter produced Multi BISS Am.GoldGCH. Can.CH.Kruse’s High Interest. Banks is a multiple specialty winner in the USA. He was only shown in Canada for a few months as a puppy before heading down south. He now is in his retirement home, and we look forward to seeing what he produces for us down the road.

How do the dogs in Canada compare to other countries?

I am a member of the Miniature Schnauzer Club of

Our Miniature Schnauzers are amongst the strongest

am a past president of the Comox Valley Kennel Club,

in the world. Canadian dogs have won the breed at

and have been a Member of the CKC for 23 years.

both Montgomery County and Westminster. Canadian dogs are sold to breeders around the world hoping to improve their lines.

Who have been your greatest mentors?

Canada, and the American Miniature Schnauzer Club. I

Since your involvement in this breed, have you seen many changes within the breed?

The grooming has taken leaps and bounds in the time I have been watching my breed. We have some

Gail Wilford has been and continues to be my greatest

strikingly talented breeder-owner-handlers in our

mentor. She knows the breed exceptionally well and

breed who have raised the bar from the ‘80s to now.

provides sage advice. Don Emslie and Tim Doxtator of Annfield Miniature Schnauzers have also mentored me and helped me to understand the breed more fully. c

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Do you believe the quality of the breed has improved or declined since your involvement? If you can, list the improvements, as well as what has declined.

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Since my arrival I would say it has improved but

This is a working-type dog that should move with

not in a drastic way. Since my arrival, our breed

grace and style and not pound around the ring.

has been very strong, and very well represented.

This breed should have a working dog front, not a

We have breeders who have been breeding dogs

Terrier front.

for decades with consistent quality. I personally feel that the bitches over the years have been consistently better than the dogs.

Who do you believe to be the greatest dog in your

In as few words as possible, describe the essence of your breed.

A robust dog of Terrier type, built like a working

breed that you have ever seen?

dog.

Greatest is a hard term. Having not seen some

What advice could you provide to judges as

of the best dogs from the past like Blue Spruce,

being the most important and least important

and dogs of this ilk, I am hesitant to use the word

characteristics of this breed?

greatest. The dogs that have made the greatest

It needs to have type, without type you have

impression on me are dogs that came out early in my career. Am.Can.Ch. Raggae’s Blue Heaven and Am.Can.Ch. Annfield Very Much In Touch ROM are both very much imprinted in my mind as strong bitches. Am.Can.Ch.Benalta Batman ROM and Am.Can.GCH.ToMar’s The Fix Is In CGN are males that I very much admire. All of these dogs have a different look to them, but each brings something to the mix that I feel is very a part of what makes

nothing. There are great looking cross-breeds with fantastic fronts, and rears, but no type. It should be a dog of substance, which holds down the ground he or she stands on. Who will look down their nose at you all while stamping their feet. I think more emphasis should be put on fronts and butts – good shoulders, with a fore chest and a shelf out behind the tail.

a Schnauzer “Schnauzery”.

Is the depth in quality stronger in dogs or bitches?

If you were able to incorporate just one dog into

Bitches. We see a lot of male specials doing well –

your breeding program, who would it be? (This

but the quality is more consistent in bitches.

can be from the past or present.)

Just one! Ohhh I would have to go to Ch Skylines Blue Spruce. If only there were a time machine!

What do you feel has been your greatest contribution to this breed?

How do the dogs in Canada compare to other countries?

I think Canadian dogs represent VERY strongly where ever they go. We have some fantastic long standing kennels in this country who have been

I don’t have one. I am far too new, and have a long

astronomical in the stewardship of the breed.

road ahead of me. I am looking forward to my

Who have been your greatest mentors?

journey, and hope to do my mentors proud.

Do you believe that the judges judging your breed today have a firm understanding of your breed?

Mary Paisley of ToMar, Kate McMillian of Minuteman, and Connie Krohn of Sparx. I have also spent many hours quietly stalking Tim and Don of Annfield Miniature Schnauzers from afar in

No, sadly I don’t. I see so many straight fronts

my early days learning as much as I could just by

awarded, dogs whose necks are set on wrong.

watching. c

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Barn Hunting

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By Heather Brennan Barn hunt 2014, phots by Helen Carter

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Barn hunting is a relatively new sport. It is becoming quite popular in the United States and a few events have recently been held in Canada as well. It is open to all breeds and anyone interested in competing can do so. However, it is really a sport that is tailor-made for breeds that are meant to hunt – such as sporting dogs, hounds, and especially Terriers.

Many Terriers, including the Miniature Schnauzer, were originally ratters. It was a time when rats were a common issue and keeping vermin out of stables and homes was a full-time job. Anyone who has ever spent time in a barn knows that there are a multitude of places for rodents to hide and lots of grains and other items for them to feed on. The sport of barn hunting mimics these conditions and, like most dog sports, offers several levels of competition for exhibitor and dog to pursue. The Barn Hunting Association is an independent group and

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Barn Hunting

is not run by the American Kennel Club (AKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), or United Kennel Club (UKC).

Competitions can be held indoors or outdoors, provided that the area is confined with a fence. Rats are kept in aerated PVC tubes and kept safe at all times. The course itself is generally created using bales of straw or hay to create mazes with multiple tunnel choices.

Depending on the level that the dogs are competing at, there may be a single rat

point at the rat, while others tend to bark. All are

to be found or multiple rats. There are also tubes

acceptable.

that contain no rats that act as decoys. These tubes may contain litter so that they carry the scent of the rat or nothing at all.

For people with Terriers of any type, this is a great performance event. It involves instincts that most Terriers, including the Miniature Schnauzer, have in

The dog is released into the maze with the handler

abundance. Although the set up only mimics a barn

alerting the judge when the dog has spotted the

and barns can have an infinite variety of layouts, it

rat. Different dogs will indicate finding the rat in

makes good use of many features of the Miniature

different ways. Some will simply stop and stare or

Schnauzer.

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Barn hunt 2014, phots by Helen Carter

Barn Hunting

Although the Schnauzer did go to ground after vermin, they were used extensively in barns and to catch rodents in various locales so tunnels and raised bales that need to be climbed are not outside of the norm for their historic use.

Like most Terriers, the Miniature Schnauzer is an agile dog with good scenting ability. This should make it Because bales are generally stacked in a barn, all barn hunts include some climbing requirements.

They also include tunnels because dark hiding spots are excellent choices for vermin of all sorts. The personality of the Miniature Schnauzer is naturally

easy for him to find his rat(s). Although handlers whose dogs have never been exposed to rats before may wish to do some training in advance. Short, strong backs and well-muscled legs will serve the Schnauzer well as he climbs bales.

fearless and they should approach tunnels without

Although this is a sport that is an ideal choice for

fear of the unknown. You can practise with your dog

Terrier people that are not interested in pursuing

by creating similar tunnels or purchasing ready-

earth dog titles, it is one that many breeds can enjoy

made tunnels for your dogs to play with. Cat tunnels

and participate in. Watch for future events in your

can be used to introduce puppies to tunnels as well.

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Dispelling Terrier Myths The Authors: Annie the Kerry Blue Terrier (RBIS MBAIS Ch Malahideblue Out of the Woods AGNJ HT) with assistance from Linda E. Lee (Vice-President Red River Terrier Association, Treasurer Kerry Blue Terrier Club of Canada, Kerry Blue Terrier Foundation Rescue Coordinator for Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Nunavut, North Dakota, South Dakota, & Minnesota)

Getting Started Hi! I’m Annie, the Kerry Blue Terrier. Some of you may know me from conformation, agility, or herding. My ‘mom’ (Linda Lee) was asked by Shawn Bennett to write an article about Terrier versatility. But when we thought

I had a major operation in February 2013 and I was spayed at the same time. So it’s also great that the Canadian Kennel Club now allows clubs to have an altered class because that lets me continue to have fun in the show ring.

about it, the better idea was to give my personal

In this article, I hope to dispel some myths you may

perspective as a Terrier who competes in various

have about Terriers. Terriers, as in the Latin word

events. Some of my Terrier friends (and their humans)

for earth (terra), were originally bred to hunt and

have also contributed to this article. Thank you Duncan and Kim Hamel, Gulliver and Eileen Olensky, as well as Fatal, Draven, and Jaime Bolduc!

kill vermin. We are known for our distinctive Terrier personality – feisty, energetic, stubborn (I prefer determined), and headstrong. However, each breed in the Terrier group tends to have its own traits. But, just

I am a seven year old, female Kerry Blue Terrier. I like

remember, we are not just tenacious with a big attitude,

being seven because now I can compete as a veteran!

we are smart and we can do it all!

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Conformation – Love the Show Ring!

I always liked to go to conformation shows. But, at first, I was not too sure about strangers looking at my teeth. The good thing was that my mom just made it fun and it didn’t matter that we weren’t winning very much. Then we went to a big summer show in Calgary where there was a Kerry Blue Terrier Club of Canada Specialty. I took Best of Winners at the Specialty and at the regular show, so I finished my championship there.

Unexpectedly, we came home with a five month old Kerry boy, Kevin. I was not too happy about that at first, but we soon became buddies.

people don’t think show dogs should be taught ‘sit’ and ‘down’ because they’ll get confused in the show ring. Really people?! So let’s deal with myth number two. We are smart; we understand the difference when we are on a show lead. Teach us our basic obedience commands. It could save a life one day. For example, Kevin got spooked by fireworks and got out of the house when someone (who didn’t know better) held the door open too long. Kevin was crazed and took off.

My ‘dad’ (Larry Bremner) finally spotted Kevin running down the highway and yelled ‘SIT!.’ Kevin immediately sat (a bit of a miracle, if you ask me); nonetheless, the story has a happy ending because Kevin knew the ‘sit’

I showed against Kevin (MBIS MBISS Am Ch/Can GChEx

command and we got him home safely.

Kenan’s Beneath the Waves CGN) while he was working

Well, to give Kevin his due, he is also really good

on his championship and a few times afterwards. I must confess that he has done better than I have in the show ring. I think it’s his big boy Terrier attitude. However,

around kids. My mom was working on an evaluation of youth gang prevention projects in Winnipeg. She was trying to find out if these programs helped keep kids

I did go on a roll in 2010 and 2011, becoming the

out of gangs and gave them positive skills to help them

#1 KBT in Canada in 2011. My mom says it’s because

in life. She wanted to talk to some Aboriginal boys,

doing agility gave me more confidence. But let me

ages 12 to 17 in inner city Winnipeg, but she wasn’t

dispel the first myth, it’s not just a one way street. My

sure they would connect with her. So she took Kevin.

conformation training gave me great focus for agility

At first there were just two boys who would talk to her,

and that’s not always recognized.

but then more and more came to see Kevin and give

Canine Good Neighbour (CGN) – Basic Stuff is Important

him treats if he would do a ‘sit,’ or a ‘down’ or a ‘spin.’

My mom told them that Kevin only got a treat if he did something – “nothing in life is free.” Anyway, she ended

Lots of Terriers have achieved a Canine Good

up getting 15 boys to talk to her. They told her lots of

Neighbour title. In fact, Kevin has his CGN, although I

important things and Kevin gets some of the credit for

don’t as yet. (Hint to my mom – let’s get on that!) Some

that. OK, he gets lots of the credit.

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Obedience – Yes, Terriers are Obedience Dogs Kevin and I know our basic obedience commands, but we have not competed in obedience. So I’ll turn it over to one of my friends, Gulliver, the soft-coated Wheaten, and Eileen Olensky: The soft-coated Wheaten Terrier recognized by its honey coloured, wavy coat with a fall over its eyes and a beard, would hardly be considered a likely candidate for obedience. I’m of the opinion you work with what you’ve got. They are quite trainable, but it takes more work, time, and dedication than with many other breeds.

was. No leash, no restraint. It was very entertaining for the dog, not so much for me. Through consistency in practice and patience we achieved a CDX title. We had finally learned to have fun together. What is amazing is the gradual bonding, the trust development and how pleasurable the training became. As soon as I picked up the training bag, my boy was waiting at the door.

What’s next? Utility of course! A whole new venture where keeping the training short and making it fun produced quicker results. Play and train. One can never get too serious with a Wheaten or they will turn off, as

From my experience, classes may be intimidating at

will most Terriers. A future OTCH? Who knows?

first because there is the perception that: a) Terriers are

Trialing has been fun, but not without its frustrations

difficult to train; and b) Wheatens even more so. The truth is Terriers are very smart and are thinking dogs.

and I have discovered I’m not alone. There is a genuine camaraderie at ringside. We all share the same

The dog’s personality and temperament will determine

experiences. And when somebody acknowledges a

the amount of training required. Each dog is different

good run – not necessarily a qualifying one – how good

and so are their needs. That’s the clue in training. Meet

is that! Terriers in obedience – yes really! Even a lively,

their needs and they will do anything for you. One must

determined, but fun loving Wheaten Terrier.

be firm, but Wheatens are sensitive to harsh treatment.

Terriers don’t like to be made to do something. You are better off if you can make them think it’s their idea – therein lies the challenge.

The slightest movement will distract a Terrier and

It’s Annie again – did I mention that Gulliver (Can/Am Ch Amberlock Fireball Whiski Burn CGN HT CDX) is also a champion in the show ring – in two countries!

Rally-Obedience – And Terriers Can Do This Too

maintaining focus is the most difficult task I incurred

Rally-O is also something I’d like to try (mom – hint, hint).

training my Wheaten. Ah, but Gulliver loves food. That

My friend, the Norwich Terrier, Duncan (Ch Jonaire’s

was the key to motivation and continued obedience

McDreamy CD RN RA) has done both obedience and

training. Entering an unfamiliar building for the first

rally-O, as well as conformation. (Do you see a trend here

time, with all the dogs and noises, with an easily

people? Perhaps another myth going out the window?)

aroused Terrier made me feel like bolting. Fortunately, I

Now I’ll turn that over to Kim Hamel and Duncan.

hung in and we became a working team. Wheatens are intelligent once they are shown what to do and after

All Terriers have an innate ability to size up a situation

a few tries they do not forget. Then it becomes, “don’t

and react in a way that seems almost human. Those

keep asking me to do it again and again, I know it.” I

that have owned Terriers know exactly what I mean. The

learned to quit, when successful.

ability to outsmart and outwit those creatures that live

Novice training proved to be boring for a lively independent Wheaten – but for treats. Gulliver would

in burrows and dens below the surface of the earth is nothing short of amazing.

cooperate until another distraction/dog caught his eye.

Well, little did I know just how smart they really are. I

So I had to up the ante. Surely the open ring would be

completed my Canadian championship requirements

more interesting with retrieving and jumps. Indeed it

with my Norwich Terrier, Duncan, in fairly short order.

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Everyone thought he was pretty cute and very cocky.

that the Terriers are not capable of doing obedience,

He was still young and I asked myself what was next

I just think some prefer the more relaxed arena of

for him. Duncan being a young male Terrier was very

rally. The training is quite varied as each station is a

keen and tenacious and I did not want to fall into

different exercise, so that avoids the boredom issues

the predicament of having an out of control, bored

that can arise in obedience training.

Norwich Terrier. If you don’t provide your dog with stimulation and challenges they will find things to do and that won’t necessarily be what you want them to do. So I began the obedience and rally training journey with him.

Duncan caught on so well that it really surprised me.

Wow, was I going places with this one! For years I had competed in obedience and rally with my English Springer Spaniels and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and managed to qualify and earn titles. Now don’t get

I love training and competing with Duncan in spite of some of the frustrations, but there again he is training me as I have to figure out how to teach him the messages to make him one ‘smart Terrier.’ My plan is to keep working with Duncan and to see how far we can go on this journey.

Clearly people, you can see the smart Terrier theme here. And I’m glad some of these humans have caught on to the fact we don’t like to be bored, although I am

me wrong, the Spaniels really want to please you –

a bit worried they are trying to outwit us.

sometimes they have their own agenda to complete

Agility – I Love Agility!

that task, but generally they really do want to please and to that end they will perform the same exercise

People are often surprised to see a Kerry in agility.

over and over and over again. So much so that they

I am fortunate because I come from a long line of

will look at you as if to say “again mom please” when

Kerries who have excelled in agility. For example, my

it’s time to finish.

grandma Tide (AgMCh Tantara’s High Tide CD AGMXx2

Terriers are totally different. Once they catch on to how the human wants it done, that’s it, they’re done.

They catch on quickly and do not feel the need to repeat endlessly unless it’s to their gain. As long as the steady supply of treats (bribes) keep coming they will continue to do as asked. Duncan learned

AGMX) was the #4 CKC agility dog in 2010. There are more and more Terriers in agility. Personally, I have been in trials where there have been Borders, Cairns, Wire Foxes, Parson Russells, Wheatens, and Staffies.

Myth dispelled – if it hasn’t been already – Terriers can focus! We are learners.

very early how to manipulate me by turning on the

As you probably know, in agility the human directs

charm and letting me think I was training him, when

the dog through an obstacle course where both time

in fact he was training me. I had to figure out how to

and accuracy matter. The course can include jumps,

outsmart Duncan and to let him think it was his idea

tunnels, a table, weave poles, and other obstacles,

to do the tasks I asked him to do. It is a challenge to

depending on the course. The human shows you what

keep it fun and stimulating for him. Since we have

to do through voice, movement, and various signals.

started training, we have completed his CKC Novice

My mom will admit that usually when we don’t qualify

Obedience title and have completed his Rally Novice

she has given me the wrong signal (she doesn’t mean

and Rally Advanced titles with scores that I am

to). As in many events, the fault lies with the human

definitely not ashamed of!

and not the dog. (Sorry mom, but it’s true.)

Rally is really suited for Terriers as it is fun and the

We started doing agility about five years ago at

humans can talk and encourage as they go through

Hi-Flyers in Winnipeg. We have competed in many

the courses. Rally is not as precise as obedience; not

NADAC (North American Dog Agility Council) trials,

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as well as AAC (Agility Council of Canada), and CKC. I have numerous NADAC titles and compete at the Elite level in Jumpers. We haven`t done much AAC or CKC. But I do have a CKC Agility Novice Jumpers title (and two of three legs on two more CKC titles).

I would also have my Standard Novice title if it weren’t for the fact that some CKC judges want me to sit on a table. Really? I was taught to do a ‘down’ on the table, so that’s what I do. Word has it that things have changed and I now have my choice to do a ‘sit’ or a ‘down’ – thank goodness!

Now, time for another myth buster – in every trial we’ve ever competed in 80 percent or more (usually much more) are purebreds. But I confess I am a little tired of all those herding types in agility – Aussies, Border Collies, Shelties – but then again, if I weren’t in the Terrier group, I’d be in the herding group.

Herding – I Love Herding the Best!

Did I catch your attention with that last statement?

Yes, the Kerry Blue Terrier was used as an allround working and utility Terrier, responsible for hunting small game and birds, retrieving from land and water, hunting vermin (including badger), and herding sheep and cattle. As with the soft coated Wheaten, we were all purpose working Irish farm dogs. Legend has it that Kerries also worked the butter churns – maybe that’s why so many of us spin when we get excited!

Back to herding ... I had never seen a sheep in my life when mom decided Kevin and I should go to Auntie Faye’s and see if we could pass our Herding Instinct Test. I went first. Judge said I was a natural!

And that’s true. It was a weird thing. I saw those sheep and I immediately knew what to do! Nature had flicked a switch in my brain. (It’s different from agility which is about learning; for example, nobody knows what to do with those weave poles when you first see them.) Anyway, I made those three sheep stay together and moved them, weaving back and forth behind them. (I think it’s called wearing.)

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Then it was Kevin’s turn. He went into the paddock

and the judge tells me she passed, making her the

and immediately peed on a fence post. (Really Kev?!

first Smooth Fox Terrier in Canada to earn her Senior

You are such a boy!) He didn’t even notice the sheep

Earthdog title. That day brought me a second Senior

at first. When he did, what did he do? Bark, of course.

Earthdog with Draven.

That’s his default when he’s not sure what’s going on.

Thankfully, nature kicked in and he got it. We both passed our Herding Instinct Test – pretty easily actually.

Earthdog is an exciting sport for shorter legged Terriers and Dachshunds. There are three levels; junior, senior and master. The test tries to mimic

Since then I’ve had fun a few times herding sheep

dogs working in the field and finding their quarry.

at Auntie Faye’s. I have my CKC Herding Tested title,

Everything has a time limit, from how long it takes to

thanks to Jade. My mom doesn’t know too much about

get the quarry to, once released, how long they need

herding as yet, but she has promised we’ll do more in

to work the quarry and then being called back to their

the future. I was born to herd sheep! I love it even more

owner. The times vary according to the level at which

than showing and agility!

your dog competes. ‘Working the Quarry’ can involve

I roll my eyes (subtly of course) when my mom tells people I have a herding title and they are surprised and make comments about Terriers chasing things and trying to kill them. Another myth gone – Kerries are herding dogs! Ever wonder why Kerries move with reach and drive in the show ring?

Earthdog – Here’s Where We Go to Ground Fair, enough ... we do chase and try to kill things.

Although in performance events like Earthdog and Barn Hunt no vermin are harmed (albeit that’s a human decision, not a Terrier one). My friend Jaime is going to tell you more about doing Earthdog with her Smooth

digging, barking, growling, screaming, and biting at the wooden dowels, as long as the dog is not silently staring the quarry down; it must be active work. The quarry, usually rats, are not harmed and sit behind the dowels in a wire cage.

My dogs get so excited when they know they get to play Earthdog. A class, called ‘Intro to Quarry,’ is a great test to see if your dog is interested in the quarry and willing to go through the tunnel. Going through the tunnel can be daunting for some dogs. It’s dark and who knows where it comes out. But I would recommend Terrier and Dachshund owners give it a try and see if their dog has what it takes!

Fox Terriers, Fatal (Ch InStyle’s Fatal Attraction SE) and

Just my opinion, but I agree with Jaime, let your dog

Draven (Ch InStyle’s Heaven’s Lie SE). Jaime explains:

try it because I think you will find lots of your Terriers

I’m holding my Smooth Fox Terrier at the start line.

She’s trembling from excitement and is eager to go!

At the judge’s signal I set her on the ground and tell her “GO!” Go she does. She makes a beeline for a den entrance and then she disappears from view. In no time at all we can tell she has reached the quarry’s cage because the air erupts with her screams, yelps, yips, and growls. We can hear her frantically digging and pulling at the wooden dowels with her teeth.

will have what it takes!

Barn Hunt – Still No Rats are Harmed My mom and I went to a Barn Hunt clinic when we were in Arizona last winter. The purpose of Barn Hunt is to demonstrate a dog’s ability to find and mark rats in a ‘barn-like’ setting. It is great for Terriers, particularly those of us who don’t ‘go to ground,’ as well as for lots of other dogs. Any breed or mix of dog over six months of age who can fit through an 18” by

The judge pulls the rats out and signals me to call my

approximately 22” tunnel constructed of straw/hay

dogs. “Fatal, COME!” I call out as I head to the tunnel

bales can play. As with other events, there are varying

entrance she went into. She comes flying into my arms

levels of difficulty, titles, and championships.

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We sure had fun at the clinic! For me, it was easy for me

Hmmm, nose work … sounds like something else I could

to get up on the bales and go through the tunnel. At first

try…

we did an instinct test where I had to pick out the plastic tube that had the rats in it. That was tough because one

In Summary – Let Me Re-cap for You

tube had old rat bedding and it was pretty stinky, so I

Terriers don’t like to be bored; we are smart; we are

went to that one. But when I got the hang of it I was able

learners; we can do it all! It just takes some understanding

to find where the tube with rats was hidden behind a

– and maybe a bit of patience – by the humans. To be fair,

bale. Neither you nor your human can see where the

yes, we can be somewhat headstrong, so our humans need

tube is hidden, so mom has to point and yell “RAT” which

a bit of Terrier tenaciousness themselves. They also need to

means I have to let her know that’s where the tube is.

realize, while it is a competition, it needs to be fun for us.

The last time I started digging at the bale so I made it easier for mom. Dogs give their humans different kinds of signals so, like everything else, it has to be a dog/ human partnership. My mom was proud of me because I always want to try new things and the woman who

Final question to my readers: Did you notice something in common with all the Terriers who contributed their experiences to this article? I’ll give you a moment …

Answer is: We all have letters at both ends of our name.

was running the clinic said I did really well, especially

This is Annie, the Kerry Blue, signing off; that would be RBIS

since I’d never done any other kind of nose work before.

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Report from Lance Novak, Executive Director, Canadian Kennel Club CKC and its Board of Directors hosted a meeting at the end

CKC is opposed to the introduction of new costs to

of June with John Ross, director, Animal Industry Division,

associations, and thus their members, in favour of working on

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Mr. Ross was on the last leg

innovative improvements to the existing system.

of a consultation process with associations recognized under the Animal Pedigree Act (APA). The purpose of the consultations

The CKC does support modernization of the APA with the

was to discuss options under consideration as part of a review

benefits of streamlining the administration and improving

of the APA. The options presented for discussion ranged from

flexibility for animal pedigree associations, including the

better cost recovery to reform to outright repeal of the APA. It’s

CKC, such as simplifying the steps and approvals for the

been 25 years since the act was last amended and a review was

recognition of new breeds.

deemed appropriate to confirm that it is still meeting the needs of the animal breeding sector. Other rationale cited for the

Changes to or the removal of the offences section is not

review includes directives to modernize legislation/regulation

included in our recommendations. CKC has a rigorous

and ensure government spending is focused on priorities.

complaints and disciplinary processes supplemented by

It was encouraging to have the opportunity to participate in a frank, two-way dialogue with the ministry on such an important

education programs as consumer protection is a basic tenet of the act.

issue. CKC made it clear that it strongly supports the continued

It is our understanding that the consultations are now

existence of the APA and the continued recognition of the CKC

complete and a summary report will be drafted for

under the act, operating as the purebred dog registry for the

completion at the end of the summer. The CKC seeks to

breeds that it now represents and other breeds.

continue to engage with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to

During our meeting, we provided several examples of the value

discuss ways to better promote breed improvement and to

the CKC provides as a registry under the APA:

protect persons who raise – as well as those who purchase

• Public confidence and consumer protection from our high standard for purebred dog breeding and sale.

• Education on the virtues of purebred dogs, as well as, other public education including responsible dog ownership.

• The role as a national catalyst and advocate on the issues of dog health and wellbeing.

• Contribution to the Canadian economy ranging from local communities to international trade.

animals. We will continue monitoring the situation closely and will keep the membership posted.

As issues such as this are so important to the CKC, it’s important to also note that 2014 is an election and referendum year. Planning is underway to facilitate a smooth voting process for the election of a new board of directors in the fall – as well as on a number of important by-law amendments. This will include the introduction of an online voting option. CKC has engaged the services of a third party with expertise in facilitating online voting. We

• International prominence for Canada and our registry through our work with foreign registries.

• The funding and research we facilitate and support within the

encourage you to watch closely for instructions over the coming weeks and months to ensure your ability to vote securely and conveniently online. In the meantime, please

purebred dog community that benefits all dogs. Case studies

contact the CKC if you have not provided us with your

illustrating practical examples of this are included.

current email address. c

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John &Penny Rogers Is this your original breed?

Yes. Why is this the breed for you?

We love their happy-go-lucky temperaments and their willingness to work with you while keeping their terrier

hi. Right then and there, this was the dog for us. We started our search and finally found a litter in Renton, Washington. We selected a male and felt he needed a very special regal name. Given that Penny did research for a living, we settled on Divine’s Brian Boru of Cashel in honour of our new puppy’s Irish heritage and Cashel

independence.

being the seat of the High King Brian Boru.

Where does your kennel name come from?

Do you have a mentor?

When we first were looking for a dog, we attended a

Several actually – Elena Landa, Tim Doxtater and Don

local dog show and fell in love with this blond shaggy

Emslie and Raymond Yurick. We’ve been ‘in dogs’ for

mop who jumped into our arms when we knelt to say

over 30 years – but we’re still learning.

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Worst day/best day ever in the ring?

We start watching the pups once they’re up on their feet.

The worst day in the ring was actually one of the best

We do a formal evaluation at eight weeks but we’re always looking for that puppy who constantly catches our eye.

Did you grow up in “dogs”?

days as well. I had developed a migraine shortly before going into the ring. I did manage to win the breed but became so ill that I couldn’t go into group. I sat in the bleachers and watched John take Fraser in and go on to win the group! I was so proud of both of them. A close

Both of us had dogs growing up – John with Dachshunds

second would be our current star, Oban, taking RWD and

and Boxers; Penny with a lab cross from a local native

winning the Brenmoor Bred By trophy at the American

reservation who adopted her family, a Springer and a

National Specialty last year.

Poodle – but neither of us were involved with dog shows

What is your favourite dog show?

until after we were married.

Do you have any rituals or superstitions?

John always gives me a kiss before I go into the ring .

What is your favourite bait?

A variety – chicken, steak, hot dogs and string cheese.

John, on the other hand, prefers steak and lobster and will

Without a doubt, Montgomery County Kennel Club and the American National SCWT Specialty. This is truly an electric show!

Do you prefer indoor or outdoor shows?

We love outdoor shows in the spring and fall – not so much in the summer. Wheatens do not like the heat.

Do you prefer camping or hotels?

even share with the Wheatens. ;)

We enjoy both – both have merits.

Do you have a judge pet peeve?

What would you like to see change at dog shows!

Judges who looked bored and give the impression they’d rather be anywhere else but in the show ring. Exhibitors

A change in the Top Dog system. We have fewer shows on the West Coast compared to the east especially during the summer months, which makes it harder for Western dogs

pay a big price for two minutes of a judge’s time and the

to compete on a national level unless they are willing to

least they can do, is look interested.

fly or drive great distances. c

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Chicken Jerky Treats

Still Sickening Dogs

By Cheryl S. Smith Chicken jerky treats have been a bone of

alone. Perhaps the problem with the jerky treats is

contention for more than a half dozen years now.

a similar, unexpected combination.

In May of this year it was reported that since 2007 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had received nearly 5,000 reports of pet (mainly dog) illnesses related to consumption of jerky treats made in China. These numbers included nearly 1,000 dog deaths. Sporadic recalls have been issued for specific products and voluntary recalls have been made, but the actual source of the

Food Sentry, a global food monitoring service, points out that all testing by the DA has been done on product samples and suggests that what is needed is testing of individual ingredients. Because chicken feed is the primary ingredient involved in growing chicken, they should be testing chicken feed.

problem has not been found.

Food Sentry’s website* states that one of the

The Search for the Cause of the Problem

regions of China with a high concentration of

The New York State Department of Agriculture and

currently, home to a large number of tanning

Marketing identified six unapproved antibiotics

factories. Tanning is a very dirty industry, yet

in pet treats made in China. The FDA found the

because it is relatively high in protein, leather

antiviral drug amantadine in samples of chicken

scrap leftover from manufacturing is frequently

jerky from China. But none of these adulterants

hydrolyzed and sold as a protein feed product.

is deemed to be responsible for the illnesses and deaths caused by the jerky treats.

Because no “smoking gun” has yet been identified in the Chinese jerky treats, it seems to be time for a little more thinking outside the proverbial box.

Remember that the massive pet food recall in 2007 was solved more or less accidentally – melamine (a substance that wouldn’t be tested for) was found when a food sample from before the recall was compared to a recalled sample and melamine was the difference between them – however,

chicken farms was also previously, and even

The price is significantly lower than corn meal, so it represents an economic boon. But it comes with the cost of contamination, and one of those contaminants is chromium.

Two studies measured the transfer of hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI), the toxic form) in the flesh, gizzards, and liver of the chickens, in volumes up to 15 parts per million. In April of this year, the California Department of Public Health regulated Cr(VI) in drinking water to 10 parts per billion.

melamine alone wouldn’t cause the symptoms.

The symptoms of ingestion of chromium

It wasn’t until further testing turned up cyanuric

include a range of gastrointestinal, liver, kidney,

acid that the solution was discovered. The two

immunological, and neurological effects and

substances combined produce melamine cyanurate,

could well account for the symptoms seen in dogs

a substance far more toxic than either of the two

sickened by chicken jerky.

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Chicken Jerky Treats

Manufacturers and Stores Finally React Purina’s Waggin’ Train jerky products and Milo’s Kitchen chicken jerky strips were mentioned often by pet owners as the treats given to dogs that sickened or died. Both were pulled in a voluntary recall, and both are now back, reformulated. Milo’s Kitchen has left China completely, now sourcing all meat in the United States. Purina, on the other hand, is continuing to manufacture its treats in China. They say that they are now using a single chicken supplier and a single manufacturer that’s part of a U.S.-based company.

They also now have their own quality inspectors at the Chinese manufacturing plant. Is that enough to reassure pet owners? The answer is up to each individual.

Petco and PetSmart think not. Both have decided, after pleas from their customers, to stop selling treats

The Dog Food Advisor website points out that in the U.S., country of origin labeling laws are nearly non-existent.

The label “Made in the USA” requires only that the product be “virtually all” made here. The source of product ingredients is immaterial. But consumers who really want to know can call a pet food or pet treat manufacturer and ask if any ingredients are sourced from China.

A New Worry In 2013, the Department of Agriculture approved four Chinese poultry processors to begin selling some limited chicken products for human consumption to the United States. For now, the chickens and turkeys must have been raised in the U.S., and China simply cooks and/or processes the poultry into a finished product.

But advocacy groups warn that this is likely a first step toward eventually allowing China to export its own Chinese-grown chickens to the U.S.

made in China. That is no small decision – Petco sells

Because the chickens are, for now at least, coming

$30 million a year of treats from China. They will all

from the United States, no USDA inspector will be at

be replaced with treats manufactured in the United

the processing plant. And the finished products will

States, New Zealand, Australia, and South America. By

not require country-of-origin labeling. So unless you

the end of 2014, Petco’s 1,300 stores and online store

question the company selling the chicken nuggets or

will be free of Chinese-made pet treats.

can of chicken noodle soup, you won’t know if it was

PetSmart has made the same decision, and has been

processed in the United States or China.

working on making the change for some time. But their

* Scott Witt, “For the Chicken Jerky Investigation,

stores won’t be free of China-made treats until March

FDA Should Start at the Beginning,” May 25, 2014,

2015.

at www.foodsentry.org. c

HAILEY GRIFFITH Professional dog handler

905 933 8412

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HEALTH

&

genetics

The Veterinary Specialties:

Clinical Pathology

By Dr. Jamie Rothenburger

Clinical pathologists are the blood doctors of the

truly want them to get well. I hate writing a bad diagnosis

veterinary profession. Since their work is most often

on my report as much as your vet hates giving them to

conducted “behind the scenes”, many people may not

you.”

know this specialty exists. Laboratories are where most clinical pathologists work. This setting is reminiscent of CSI, only without the guns and black lights.

Blood holds many secrets – and tests like a complete blood count and serum chemistry help reveal them.

When your veterinarian sends off blood tests, a clinical

But laboratory tests are not done in a magical machine

pathologist is on the receiving end to help interpret the

that spits out results with a diagnosis. It takes specialized

results. This partnership between the clinical veterinarian

training to understand and interpret the findings. This is

and the clinical pathologist provides a second look at the

especially important for unusual or complicated tests. To

results and may turn up other possibilities. “Veterinarians

do this, veterinary clinical pathologists have extensive

collect samples such as blood, urine, or aspirates of

education. Like all veterinarians, they do at least two

lumps and bumps from dogs that are either ill, or for

years of pre-veterinary university education followed by a four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. Those that choose to specialize in clinical pathology enroll in an extra three years of an intensive post-graduate residency.

I sat down with Drs. Kimberly Pattullo and Kristyna Musil, who are just finishing their clinical pathology residencies at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, to get their take on this specialty.

routine health screening. Our job is to interpret these tests and provide veterinarians with a diagnosis, or suggest extra tests to arrive at a diagnosis,” says Dr. Musil.

Complete Blood Count Even though this test is basic and routine, it provides a wealth of information. “We spend a lot of time reading results from different blood tests,” says Dr. Pattullo. Red

“I want dog owners to know we have as much invested

blood cells and platelets are all counted. White blood

in their pets as their clinical veterinarian does,” said Dr.

cells are counted by type. These simple counts are useful

Pattullo. “Although we may never meet your dogs, we

to diagnose many illnesses in dogs. For instance, low

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genetics

red blood cells suggest anemia. Changes in white blood

some countries stipulate that rabies antibodies must be

cells can indicate inflammation and stress. Platelets are

greater than a certain level before dogs can enter.

important for blood clotting, so low numbers can mean the potential for bleeding disorders.

Bree, a beautiful middle-aged Lhasa Apso came to my

Urine Analysis Collecting urine can be a challenge, but the information

clinic one day because her owner noticed she had lower

gained from testing urine can be vitally important.

energy than normal. I recommended we send blood

Veterinarians use measures of urine concentration

away for testing. I also did a thorough physical exam. The

to assess kidney function in conjunction with serum

results were enlightening. A certain type of white blood

chemistry results. Molecules sometimes turn up in urine

cell, called monocytes, was elevated while everything

that should not be there, like crystals, blood, protein and

else seemed normal. I immediately knew her lack of

sugar. In the later case, too much

energy was not due to anemia. When I had examined

sugar can suggest

Bree, I noticed she had severe dental tartar and gingivitis.

diabetes.

The blood test results were consistent with the chronic inflammation in her mouth with no other signs of illness.

When we cleaned Bree’s teeth, her owner felt she was acting years younger. And the blood counts returned to normal.

Serum Chemistry The liquid part of blood that suspends all the red and white blood cells is called serum.

Testing serum can reveal information about kidney and liver function. It also describes electrolytes and proteins. Serum tests can measure the amount of antibodies a dog has, indicating previous exposure to a disease. These tests are one of the cornerstones of infectious disease diagnostic tests. This is a common method to test for many of the ticktransmitted diseases.

Serum is also used to detect the amount of antibodies against diseases we vaccinate for. As the debate on vaccination continues, measuring titers may become increasingly common. Dog importation requirements of

Veterinary clinical pathologists examine and interpret samples such as this microscope slide of bone marrow from a dog.

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Dr. Pattullo (left) and Dr. Musil (right) examine a tissue sample from a dog using a “two-header” microscope.

Photo: Sherry Myers

Fine Needle Aspirates

Curious Clinical Pathologists

Many dogs develop lumps and bumps. It is important

Although the above tests are the “bread and butter”

to investigate these to determine the cause. It could be

of a clinical pathologists’ job, they also have to deal

something like a benign wart, an infection or worst-

with unusual animals and samples. “One moment you

case scenario, cancer. A specific diagnosis will help you

could be looking at an aspirate from a dog’s mass,

and your veterinarian determine the best treatment

and the next moment you have to examine blood

approach. Like most diseases, early detection and

from a bearded dragon. Chances are that as soon as

treatment result in the best outcomes. “Get those

you start to think you’ve seen it all, the next sample

lumps and bumps aspirated, and get it all sent to us,”

will prove you wrong,” says Dr. Musil.

recommends. Dr. Pattullo.

“There is always something new to learn. There is Clinical pathologists also analyze fluid samples from

always something you’ve never seen before, and

a wide variety of places in the body. Central nervous

things rarely look or behave like the textbook says

system (CSF fluid), joints, abdominal cavity, and tracheal fluid are examples of common submissions

they should,” comments Dr. Pattullo.

they see. Veterinarians collect bone marrow samples

In their supportive role, clinical pathologists provide

to detect cancer as well as assess cases where the

an important service to clinical veterinarians and

number of red or white blood cells is abnormal. These

dog owners. “You won’t see us during a visit to your

samples are a particular favourite of Dr. Pattullo. “I love

veterinary clinic, but we work with your veterinarian

looking at bone marrow samples – there are so many

to make sure your pets receive the best medical

cells to look at, yet you can make it come together into

care. Our priority is always your dog’s well being,”

one cohesive picture.”

says Dr. Musil. c

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Nutrition

Overcoming canine breeding challenges

The benefits of appropriate nutrition

By Dr. Emmanuel Fontaine DVM, MSc, PhD, Diplomate of the European College of Animal Reproduction Is breeding dogs something easy? One might think so,

of macronutrients (protein, fat, carbohydrate). Others

but canine breeders will tell you – not really! Don’t get

highlight the role of vitamins and minerals. They all make

me wrong, overall fertility in canines is usually excellent,

the link between nutrition and different aspects of the

that’s certainly why we hear a lot more about canine

reproductive function. How do these findings apply to

overpopulation issues. However, breeders know that, in

canine breeding in the field, practically speaking? In

their case, the context is somehow different. Challenges

many different ways in fact! How we feed our dogs can

such as infertility, dystocias (= difficulty to give birth),

indeed possibly impact their fertility, their ability to give

neonatal mortality are all part of their daily activity.

birth, and also the health of the newborn puppies. As

Fortunately, there are ways to overcome and somehow

I previously wrote, appropriate nutrition does bring its

prevent these difficult situations from happening. For

fair amount of benefits and should be seen as a great

instance, timing of ovulation using progesterone assays

complement in order to optimize canine reproduction.

was developed to help improve fertility and prolificity (=

Understand how the two systems are interconnected

number of puppies per litter). There are now ways to detect, prior to birth, bitches which are more prone to encounter

I often hear that “such or such” level of macronutrient,

difficulties during parturition, and if needed, schedule a

or vitamin, or mineral, has deleterious effects on the

C-section.

reproductive function. The fact is that there is no scientific proof of that today in the canine species (and

And when it comes to the reproductive health of breeding

be aware that even in humans, most of these studies are

animals, nutrition, as well, can bring its fair amount of

inconclusive). There is, however, one thing that is clearly

benefits. Wonder how? Let’s find out here!

established – the importance of body condition. Indeed,

Nutrition and reproduction is a topic that has been deeply studied in humans and mammals. If you ever visit

here lies an important connection between nutrition and reproduction.

an online scientific database like PubMed, use “nutrition”

Let’s take a look at picture 1 (see pict 1: Organization

and “reproduction” as keywords – I am always blown

of the reproductive function). As you can see the

away when I see how many results show up in the search

reproductive function in dogs is based on well-regulated

engine! Some of these studies focus on the impact

hormonal secretions, controlled by a highly organized

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Pict 1: Organization of the reproductive function in mammals. The hypothalamus and the pituitary are located in the brain and their secretions control the functioning of the ovaries. GnRH : Gonadotrophin Releasing Hormone / FSH : Follicle Stimulating Hormone / LH : Luteinizing Hormone

anatomical structure. For everything to function in a

means a simple thing: prior to breeding, bitches MUST

proper manner, it is of outmost importance that nothing

be in optimal body condition (See pict 2: Body condition

disrupts the existing system. However, there are other

chart in canines).

parts of the body that can secrete some of these hormones… fat tissue being one of them. This one can

Fight the old myths

indeed produce estrogens, progesterone, testosterone,

I must admit that, generally speaking, you breeders

leptin (this one is of particular interest, we’ll come back

pay great attention to this, and now you understand

to it later). The more fat, therefore, the more of these

why it is definitely important to keep the focus here.

hormones are found in the animal’s bloodstream.

Unfortunately, there is another way to reach an

In “normal” conditions (= hear “optimal body condition”), no big deal, a kind of balance will be established.

However, when dealing with overweight (or skinny)

inappropriate body condition in breeding bitches. This occurs during pregnancy and is mainly due to a very old myth that persists throughout the years.

dogs, because of the modifications of the amount of

“Pregnant bitches should be free-fed with a puppy diet

fat tissue, the balance is no more… and that can lead

as soon as they are bred.” If you have been around for

to a disturbance in the “well-organized” structure we

awhile, then I’m pretty sure you have already heard this. A

mentioned before. For instance – the more fat tissue,

deeply anchored myth in canine breeding! The reasoning

the more leptin is secreted. Leptin directly acts on the

behind that: if bitches are pregnant, they must have

hypothalamus – which is believed to be the pace-maker

higher energetic requirements to support the embryonic

of the reproductive function. Modified blood leptin

(from 0-35 days of gestation) and fetal (from 35 days

concentration can therefore disrupt the entire hormonal

to the end) growth. This sounds like basic maths, but

secretion of the reproductive function and it is suspected

unfortunately it does not exactly work this way. The fact

that this could lead to issues like anovulation, ovarian

here – puppies will gain 70% of their final weight in the

cysts and early embryonic death. For breeders this only

last 20 days of gestation (see pict 3: energy needs during

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Pict 2: Body condition score scale.

Nutrition

Pict 3: Energy needs of the bitch during gestation. ER : Energy Requirements After 42 days, energy requirements will be increased by +10 percent/week until parturition. Because of the reduction of the volume of the stomach (compressed by the growing uterus) and behavioural modifications (certain bitches tend to become picky) that occurs during pregnancy, it is recommended to switch the bitch to a diet with a higher energy content (typically a puppy diet), which is highly palatable. One exception in case of singleton litters – in this case, energy requirements will only be increased by +10 percent until the end of pregnancy.

canine pregnancy). The increase in energy requirement

the newborns’ neonatal mortality rate increases as well

generally does not occur before 42 days of gestation, and

(30 to 40 percent vs. 10 to 15 percent during normal

before that, energy needs are equivalent to maintenance.

parturition). Unfortunately, it also works the other way

Practically speaking – bitches need to be switched to an

around – if a bitch does not receive enough energy

energy-enriched diet (generally puppy food) not before

during the last third of gestation (typical case – she is

this 42 days landmark. (see pict 3 for comments on how

not switched to a higher energy diet and remains under

to feed a pregnant bitch).

her usual maintenance diet), this will typically drain her

If a bitch receives more energy than what she needs since the beginning of pregnancy, this extra-amount will

energy reserves. At the time of parturition, she might appear very skinny, which can also have an impact on the

turn into fat. Problem here – fat tissue has an unfortunate

pattern of uterine contractions. Moreover, puppies rely on

tendency to infiltrate muscles… including the uterine one,

their mother’s food intake during pregnancy to build their

the myometrium. This has been well demonstrated in

first energy reserves that they will use during their first

humans – overweight condition leads to weaker uterine

moments after birth. If the bitch did not receive enough

contractions (and therefore more difficulties to give

energy, these reserves might be depleted at birth and

birth). In dogs as well, study shows that maternal weight

puppies will be weaker, with a low prognostic survival.

is a risk factor that leads to a higher rate of dystocias and

Receiving optimal energy levels throughout pregnancy is

C-sections. Keep in mind that when dystocia happens,

therefore a mandatory point.

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Nutrition

Identified benefits of certain nutrients Appropriate feeding management during gestation

accumulate in their milk – the benefits they provide are therefore transferred this way to the puppies.

is therefore a key element that I always tell breeders

There is another category of molecules that I find of great

to focus on in order to optimize the reproductive

interest when it comes to reproduction and nutrition

outcome of their breeding animals. Moreover, several

–antioxidants (like betacarotene, vitamin E, vitamin C,

studies identified the benefits that certain nutrients

lutein – taurine). Other nutrients I find of great interest

can bring for both the bitch and the puppies to come.

are antioxidants (like vitamin E, vitamin C, lutein-taurine).

The one which has been mostly discussed is certainly folic acid (vitamin B9) because of its role in the prevention of cleft palates. It indeed supports rapid cell division and growth, and studies have shown that when bitches are supplemented with folic acid during gestation, the incidence of cleft palate in puppies dramatically decreases. We already discussed cleft palates in a previous article so I will not expand too much on it here, but there are three key things to remember when it comes to folic acid supplementation:

Quick summary – antioxidants help the body fight oxidative stress, a process that leads to production of compounds called free-radicals that can basically alter the tissues. Oxidative stress is something our organisms (and our dogs) constantly deal with but in normal conditions, our body produces enough antioxidants to counteract its side effects. In certain conditions however, this internal production might not be sufficient: disease, aging, and gestation! There is indeed scientific evidence that the oxidative stress is increased at the uterine level during gestation in the bitch. Antioxidant supplementation during this period can therefore help in optimizing the

1) it is recommended in breeding bitches – recent

uterine medium, which plays a great role in the fertility

study indeed shows that 10 percent of bitches are

process and the embryonic/fetal development. In other

folic acid deficient at the beginning of their seasons;

mammalian species (including humans), this kind of

2) supplementation should start during the heats until 35 to 40 days of pregnancy, after this date it will not be effective;

supplementation is associated with improved fertility outcomes and we assume that the same could occur in canines. Let’s be clear however, antioxidants are NOT the magic bullets that will solve all fertility issues. However,

3) supplementation can be achieved by the use of

by their action on optimizing the uterine medium, they

human supplements or by feeding a diet already

can definitely be integrated in the battle plan, if needed.

supplemented in it.

As you can see, proper and well-managed nutrition

The role of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA-DHA has

throughout the life of the animal can definitely help

also been well studied in dogs. Adult dogs indeed

to overcome some of the challenges breeders face

have limited capacities to synthetize these nutrients,

routinely. Feeding management, especially during critical

while DHA is essential for puppies’ neurological and

stages like gestation, is essential. Monitoring the body

visual development. When bitches are fed with diets

condition of the animal (eventually with the help of your

supplemented in EPA-DHA throughout pregnancy,

veterinarian) is certainly the best indicator that nutrition

studies show that these puppies at birth have better

is adapted to the animal’s physiology. Nutrition does

cognitive and visual development. Obviously, puppies’

provide benefits. However, keep in mind that it is not the

development does not end at the time of parturition,

sole thing you should rely on if you want to make your

these nutrients are still beneficial during their growth

bitch fertile. If the date of breeding was mistimed or if

period. Study shows that when lactating bitches are

the male’s semen was of poor quality, there is nothing

fed with diets enriched in EPA-DHA, these nutrients

even the best nutrition could do here. c

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PRO Profile

Lori-Ann Fischer How long have you been a professional handler?

It’s been over 15 years. I worked for Hugh Middleditch and when he retired I was lucky enough to stay on with many of his long-time clients before building up on my own.

then they get a good scrubbing in the shower the next morning. Clients are not allowed to take ribbons out of the set up until the end of the weekend, and are also not allowed to order or pay for their pictures until their dog

Why did you choose handling as a career?

has had it’s final showing for the weekend.

For the love of the dogs … there is nothing better than

If you could not be a professional handler, what would

that unconditional love from them.

you like to do?

Do you have a favourite breed or group?

I actually do have a full-time job on top of handling. I

It’s hard to name favourites because you never know when that special dog comes along and there have been many … but if I had to name my top three: Goldens,

am a support analyst for the technology department of a large school district. But the outstanding joke is, if I wasn’t handling dogs then I would probably be my best friend’s, Shannon Scheer, personal manager, booking her

Boxers, and Australian Shepherds.

hotels and trips, lol.

Did you grow up “in dogs”?

Are you a breeder – and do you have dogs of your own?

I can’t say I grew up in the dog show world, that came

Unfortunately handling does not really ever allow you

when I was in my early 20s, but I definitely grew up with

to stay home for eight to 12 weeks in a row, to whelp

dogs. Living on the farm we had working herding dogs.

puppies, so I have not bred a litter in over eight years. But

My childhood dog was a German Shepherd.

yes, I bred Golden Retrievers and have dabbled a bit in

What is your favourite bait?

I cook up chicken breasts with lots of garlic, and then lamb and rice rollover, as a good standby.

Do you have any superstitions or rituals?

Chinese Sharpei. I currently only have one dog at home, my almost 12 year old Sharpei and co-own some of my “aging” Goldens with dear friends.

What was your worst / best day ever in the ring?

I can’t say that I have really ever had a “worst” day in

LOL ... do you really want the list? … Of course there’s

the ring, have taken a couple of falls – but always seem

the old lucky elastics – and if we didn’t have a good day,

to bounce back up. Best day, was many years ago when

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PRO Profile

Clown.

I worked for Hughie, I showed his beautiful Doberman “Lucy” to Best Puppy In Show, at the largest show ever in Canada, only to look up and see Hughie crying tears of joy.

What is your favourite book or movie?

Blind Side with Sandra Bullock.

What is your favourite food?

Lucy.

Tyra.

What would you like to see change at dog shows?

More after show events that bring people together, bring back the fun, it’s good to mix and mingle. And gone are the days of the younger generation getting to hear or listen to the stories from the “old timers” of “back when” … there was a lot of wisdom in those stories that many of the younger handlers could learn from.

What is your favourite show?

Seafood or pizza.

One that I’m winning at??? LOL … actually any show where

Do you prefer indoor or outdoor shows?

my friends are.

Love outdoor shows, love to be out in the fresh air, it’s good for us and good for the dogs. Plus I think there is a more laid-back atmosphere at the outdoor shows.

Do you prefer camping or hotels?

If you won the lottery tomorrow, would you still handle dogs?

You bet! I could quit the “real job”, hire myself a private jet and/or a fancy rig with a handsome driver to get to the shows. All kidding aside, it would be pretty hard to give

Camping … love my trailer! Love to be able to sit around

this up … love the dogs and the friends I have made over

with friends after the show.

the years are my family. c

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JUDGE Profile

Ginny Lynne

When did you begin your judging career?

I started judging all obedience classes in 1968

that one breathtaking dog at a show is enough to keep you coming back.

and did my Sporting Group approval in 1968. My

Which breed or group do you enjoy judging the

Allbreed approval was completed in 1979.

most?

What do you find the most challenging part of

I really don’t have a breed or group preference. I

being a judge?

am probably known as a Sporting dog specialist

Any judge will tell you that it is the exigencies of travel that wear you down. Many of our judges have

because of my having bred English Cockers since 1960, but I do not believe a judge can ever have

given up judging because they could not keep up

a ‘preference’ when they go into the ring to judge.

with the flying and airport problems.

Objectivity is an essential characteristic of a judge.

What do you enjoy the most about judging?

What was / is your primary breed?

The possibility of having one’s hands on a very

English Cockers are my primary breed, but I have

special dog, or even more exciting, a puppy is what

owned and shown Pembroke Welsh Corgis and

keeps me coming back to that show ring. Judging

been closely associated with Whippets, Pekingese,

average to mediocre dogs is very stultifying, but

and Poodles.

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BOH JUDGE Feature Profile

Do you like/dislike the use of bait in your ring?

Bait is not a problem when it is used correctly to

What is the funniest thing that you have ever seen in the ring?

show expression and get the dog to focus. When it

There are so many funny moments that one

is used as a meal, with no regard for why and when

encounters over the years. I must confess I cannot

it is appropriate, does not make me happy.

really remember them. The most recent happened

What is the most annoying thing that an exhibitor can do in your ring?

last weekend when the obviously nervous young girl with her Cairn Terrier was asked to take a circle and set up on the table. She carefully walked a tiny

I have a fairly long list of pet peeves in the ring, but

circle in front of me – with a diameter of about two

probably the thing I object to most is a handler that

feet and headed for the table.

is harsh or heavy-handed on the dog.

What is the smartest thing an exhibitor can do in your ring?

What has been your favourite judging assignment to date and do you have a “dream” assignment?

I have loved doing a number of “Royals” in Australia

The smart exhibitor will get to the ring on time and

which have been wonderful, though exhausting,

watch carefully for the pattern being used in the

judging occasions. Judging the Sporting Group at

ring. Then listen for directions and remain at the

Westminster was amazing and judging the ‘old’

breed ring until judging is completed for that breed.

Santa Barbara Kennel Club shows in the days of Ann

Only exception to the last request would be the

and Tom Stevenson would have to be up there. If I

handler rushing to another ring.

had my choice of assignments it would probably be

What is your home city?

I live in Saanichton, BC which is on Vancouver

a National Specialty, breed immaterial.

Do you prefer indoor or outdoor shows?

Island. Saanichton is a small community about 15

I probably prefer a climate controlled building

kilometres outside Victoria.

with good footing though if the sun is gentle and

What field are/were you employed in outside of dogs?

I spent 35 years in the public school system teaching High School English and for most of

the temperature mild it is hard to beat an outdoor setting as long as the grass is green and level. Picky aren’t I! What would you like to see change at dog shows?

the latter years being a guidance counsellor and

I could write a book on what we need to do

student services co-ordinator.

differently at dog shows but I will sum it up by

Do you have hobbies or special interest other than judging?

saying we need to get back to judging breeding stock instead of handing out ribbons. We need to make the Canadian Championship worth something

I do read quite extensively, and definitely love to

again and along the way cut back on the number

cook for friends. Judging does not leave a lot of

of dog shows. We are now on the slippery slope to

time for much else.

oblivion in our sport. c

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Feature

Canadian Purebreds

and the Economy

Provided by: Association for the Preservation of Purebred Dogs

Canadian purebred dogs alone generate approximately 127,604,218 Dollars annually.

Required vaccines.......................................................................................... $10,087,800 Canadian Purebred dog owners spend nearly $1,008,780 annually in rabies vaccines alone.

Veterinary care not including vaccines.......................................................... $28,554,836 According to the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association as of 2013 there are 12,547 veterinarians (2013). The breeder supports the veterinarian who supports his or her staff. The veterinarian has supported a university, which supports its educators, who support research, which in turn supports the scientists that find cures for all dogs, including shelter animals.

Guelph University is one of those universities and offers some of the finest veterinary programs in the country.

Dog food........................................................................................................ $21,836,051 The breeder supports the dog food companies.

Champion Pet Foods and Corey are two of the largest feed manufacturers in Canada and have locations throughout our Canadian provinces.

Dog food companies work with pet shops, feed dealers and stores. Their product is normally shipped to distributors by trucking operations.

Dog related products..................................................................................... $65,396,174 Canadian purebred dog owners will spent an additional $65,396,174 on dog-related products in 2012, i.e. dog bowls, leashes, collars, crates, houses, beds and fencing.

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Registration and sanctioned dog events.......................................................... $5,689,357 The breeder who breeds and sells dogs from a recognized registry supports the registry through membership and registration as well as the CKC’s sanctioned dog shows, hunting trials and performance events.

The Canadian Kennel Club reports that 50,439 dogs were registered nationwide in 2012. Audited financial statements reveal that registration alone created $2,898,359 in revenue. The amount from sanctioned dog events was $1,430,777, while membership fees and product sales generated another $1,360,221 dollars.

A typical weekend show with 300 entries over three days.....................................$40,317 The Canadian Kennel Club reports the following: The total number of events in 2012 was 2,993 for a total of 204,500 entries. Of this total, 964 events were conformation shows (all breed and specialty) representing 154,000 entries.

Most shows are held in rural areas creating a boost in both tourism and sales for the surrounding hotels, motels, camping sites, restaurants and retail stores, boosting our Canadian economy with each sanctioned match.

In the year 2012 this means over $5,689,357 was injected into our Canadian economy!

Exhibitors of purebred dogs help choose the future specimens of the breed. They support the local clubs that sponsors the dog shows. The local clubs sponsor educational programs including responsible breeding and obedience classes for all dogs including mixed breeds and shelter animals.

Keep in mind dog clubs aid and support shelters, shelters do not financially support dog clubs. It is not tax dollars that support Canadian dog law enforcement, or shelter aid. It is the dog owner who supports these programs through licensing and municipal fees.

When one purchases a purebred from a breeder he enables that breeder to continue to breed quality dogs.

A new owner demonstrates support for the purebred breeds and responsible breeding practices. In purchasing a purebred they have the opportunity to learn about the dog and the few diseases that affect that specific breed. A mixed breed has an unknown mixture of problems with little historical genealogical information.

Purebred owners have learned about the unique health care protocols for each breed, including the sanitary practice of docking and cropping. Owners learn the importance of a particular grooming style and the beneficial need to remove dewclaws.

When someone buys a purebred he buys a roadmap to his/her dog’s future.

Preserving and promoting the purebred dog encourages responsible breeding and is an important part of economic growth in Canada. c

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Research Benefits

Canines and Humans Together

By Cheryl Smith The traditional laboratory white mice and white rats may

be analogous to similar human diseases. As a bonus, the

be easy to keep and manipulate for research, but they

pedigree of purebred dogs can be traced as easily as the

have never proven to be a very appropriate model for

family tree of humans.

research into human diseases. Therapies that seemed effective in mice translate successfully to humans at a woefully low rate. But approximately a decade ago, researchers began to realize that they had a much better animal model right at their feet – dogs. Not only is the canine genome surprisingly similar to the human genome,

Early breakthroughs As far back as the 1970s, the seeds of “one medicine� were planted when sleep researcher William Dement of Stanford University learned from another doctor that dogs

dogs share our everyday environment as well. And now

could suffer a disease that seemed very similar to human

researchers have realized that our often inbred and

narcolepsy. Dr. Dement contacted local breeders to find

sometimes geographically isolated dogs suffer some 300

affected canines, and established a colony of Doberman

genetic diseases, at least half of which are thought to

Pinschers and Labrador Retrievers with the malady.

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Another breed, Briards, is both benefiting from and contributing to research into a form of blindness.

Congenital stationary night blindness in dogs has a human counterpart called Leber congenital amaurosis.

The gene responsible for the disease in Briards, RPE65, was identified at Cornell University in 1998. This has allowed breeders to begin eradicating the disease. But it hasn’t stopped there.

Researchers cloned the RPE65 gene from unaffected dogs, combined it with a viral vector to assist delivery, and injected it into the subretinal space in the eyes of some three-month-old Briard mix puppies known to have the defective gene. Though blind from birth, three months later the puppies were able to see, and tests showed they were producing the correct form of RPE65 on their own.

Recent breakthroughs The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine and Emory University School of Medicine received a joint grant from the AKC Canine Health Foundation to test an

enhanced delivery. Blood tests and neurologic tests demonstrated no toxic effects of the investigational drug.

experimental drug for dogs with certain brain tumors.

A follow-up MRI six weeks after surgery showed that the

The tumors, known as spontaneous gliomas in dogs and

investigational drug was still present in the remaining

glioblastomas in humans, are extremely similar in their

portion of the brain tumor. Another MRI five months after

biology. Both have a poor prognosis, and grow back

surgery showed that the tumor had shrunk markedly.

rapidly after surgery.

In spring of 2013 (as this was being written), Petsy had

Costas Hadjipanayis, MD, PhD, assistant professor of neurosurgery at Emory, developed the experimental

remained seizure-free and in good health. Limited human trials have begun.

drug at his Winship Cancer Institute Brain Tumor

The “one medicine” concept is also attacking another

Nanotechnology Laboratory. It is the monoclonal

cancer – osteosarcoma. Unfortunately, osteosarcoma

antibody cetuximab, which is attached to an iron-oxide

is fairly common in large-breed dogs, and in humans.

magnetic nanparticle to make it visible in the brain via

In dogs, the intial occurrence is usually in a leg bone,

MRI. It targets the overexpressed epidermal growth factor

and the cancer is so aggressive that amputation is

receptor in canine gliomas, which happens to be the

the treatment of choice. But even when amputation

same receptor as in human glioblastoma.

is followed with chemotherapy, post-surgical survival

The first dog enrolled in the pilot study in 2011 at UGA was a seven-year-old pit bull named Petsy. After Petsy suffered a seizure, a brain tumor was discovered. Surgery

averages only a year. There has been no improvement in this prognosis for decades. The cancer returns, attacking other bones or metastasizing to the lungs.

removed part of the tumor, but could not get it all. So

Dr. Nicola Mason, of the University of Pennsylvania,

immediately after surgery and for the following three

working with the university’s School of Veterinary

days the investigational drug was infused directly into

Medicine and Advaxis Inc., is conducting a small phase

the tumor via catheters in a process called convection-

I study of a vaccine for canine osteosarcoma. Mason Canadian Dog Fancier

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Research Benefits

is unusually well-suited to pursue the one medicine

actually suffer from the cancers, rather than being

concept, as she has a veterinary degree and a doctorage

manipulated to manifest them artificially, plus dogs

in immunology.

are much closer to humans in genetics, biology, and

In July of 2012, Sasha, an American Bulldog, became the first of six dogs to receive the modified listeria vaccine.

All the dogs have her2/neu-positive osteosarcoma, a requirement to be in the study, as the listeria is modified to include a her2/neu marker. The hope is that while the dog’s immune cells attack the listeria virus, they will also

environment, providing a much more appropriate model.

Testing therapies in dogs can actually sort out those that show real promise for dogs and humans. And due to the difference in our lifespans, a treatment that keeps a dog cancer-free for two years may provide ten to fifteen years of good health to a human.

learn to recognize and subsequently attack cells that

The University of Penn study is still enrolling dogs, and

express the her2/neu marker. The marker distinguishes

if safety and efficacy of the vaccine continues to be

cancer cells from healthy cells, making it possible for the

demonstrated, a larger phase II clinical trial is scheduled

immune system to target remaining cancer cells more

to start in fall 2013.

efficiently.

Fanciers and breeders can help their breed (and perhaps

Of the six dogs, only one, which was given only a low dose of the vaccine, has developed lung metastases.

Sasha and the other four dogs remain health and apparently cancer-free ten months later.

even themselves or their loved ones) by using the genetic tests available for diseases that strike their breed, and providing samples or pedigrees to any of the applicable ongoing studies. Breed clubs can donate to the AKC Canine Health Foundation with a directive

Other researchers are acknowledging that testing cancer

on what disease they would like investigated. The

treatments in mice is largely unproductive because most

cross-species dog-human research concept has already

of the treatments that work in the mice don’t have the

demonstrated notable successes and seems poised to

same positive effects in people. But dogs, like people,

provide many more. c

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Top 10 :: All Breeds Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

1

Standard Poodle

GCh Crystalton Suspence

33

84

15

5

1

9565

2

2

Barbet

GChEx Flacon d'Paris of Neigenuveaux

10

50

29

5

2

5162

3

3

Afghan Hound

GChEx Polo's Air Force One

18

57

4

3

2

4974

4

4

WHW Terrier

GCh Whitebriar Jaw Dropper

18

29

1

3

0

4096

5

10

German Shepherd Dog

GCh Signature's Harry Nile V Kridler

11

43

10

8

1

4035

6

5

Basenji

GChEx Ahmahr Nahr's The Lost Angel Gabriel

12

49

38

10

6

3806

7

7

Samoyed

GChEx Vanderbilt's Let The Games Begin

5

27

11

1

0

3126

8

15

Giant Schnauzer

Ch Lindsayleigh's Sherman

8

20

12

7

2

2826

9

7

CKC Spaniel

Ch Miletree Northern Star

2

38

12

15

8

2797

10

6

Newfoundland

GCh Summerford's Remember Me

7

27

15

7

6

2778

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

1

Barbet

GChEx Flacon d'Paris of Neigenuveaux

10

50

29

5

2

5162

2

2

Pointer

GChEx Black Alder Sam Spade

6

13

1

1

0

1850

3

29

Pointer

GCh Yakityak's Reindeer Games

2

8

5

5

1

1592

4

4

English Springer Spaniel GCh KAS Black Pearl

2

12

12

7

5

1324

5

6

Golden Retriever

GCh Pacificgold's Off And Running

0

15

12

3

2

1298

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name (sex)

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

1

Afghan Hound

GChEx Polo's Air Force One

18

57

4

3

2

4974

2

2

Basenji

GChEx Ahmahr Nahr's The Lost Angel Gabriel

12

49

38

10

6

3806

3

3

Irish Wolfhound

GCh Kuriann Of First Avenue

5

13

4

2

0

1606

4

5

Whippet

GChEx Lorricbrook Fascinator

4

40

10

9

3

1523

5

4

Dachshund (MSH)

Ch GrandGables Lil Ms Red Nettles

4

11

7

12

12

1508

Sporting Group

Hound Group

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Working Group Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

2

Samoyed

GChEx Vanderbilt's Let The Games Begin

5

27

11

1

0

3126

2

4

Giant Schnauzer

Ch Lindsayleigh's Sherman

8

20

12

7

2

2826

3

1

Newfoundland

GCh Summerford's Remember Me

7

27

15

7

6

2778

4

7

Portuguese Water Dog

Ch Claircreek Lusitano Oceano Atlantico

4

21

16

6

6

2070

5

3

Doberman Pinscher

GChEx Rex de Akido San

3

16

10

11

8

1855

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

1

WHW Terrier

GCh Whitebriar Jaw Dropper

18

29

1

3

0

4096

2

2

Skye Terrier

Ch Kishniga's HMS Maximus

5

31

16

8

9

1759

3

3

Kerry Blue Terrier

GCh Symphonie's Love Actually

5

13

5

2

0

1478

4

4

SC Wheaten Terrier

Ch Keepsake's Soul Surfer

5

22

16

2

3

1338

5

5

Airedale Terrier

GChEx Westchester Hill Boy

1

40

11

5

5

1177

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

1

CKC Spaniel

Ch Miletree Northern Star

2

38

12

15

8

2797

2

2

Brussels Griffon

Ch Tazlandz Call For A Hot Time

4

23

11

7

2

2174

3

3

Havanese

GCh MistyTrails N'Bopcha's Pandamon

3

26

11

3

3

1852

4

4

Affenpinscher

Ch Avantgarde Moon Song

0

18

24

17

7

1787

5

6

Pug

Ch Dreamworks Lyntom Gingersnap

0

11

16

10

8

1131

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name (sex)

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

1

Standard Poodle

GCh Crystalton Suspence

33

84

15

5

1

9565

2

2

Standard Poodle

GCh Tees Me Provocateur

9

19

3

2

0

2354

3

5

Standard Poodle

GCh Dawin Reigate Fire Away

5

27

6

1

1

2113

4

3

Standard Poodle

Ch Vetset A League Of Her Own

9

26

5

2

0

1903

5

4

Shih Tzu

GCh Symarun's Forbidden Love

7

13

4

3

1

1658

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BIS

GP1

GP2

GP3

GP4

Points

1

2

German Shepherd Dog

GCh Signature's Harry Nile V Kridler

11

43

10

8

1

4035

2

1

Bouvier des Flandres

GChEx Brocade Lil Deuce Coupe BarJen

6

37

15

1

0

2756

3

3

German Shepherd Dog

GChEx Kohlein's Marchesa

3

12

16

6

1

1558

4

8

Bouvier des Flandres

Ch Rocheuses Play Something Country At DND

2

18

8

6

1

1451

5

4

Briard

Ch Nuview's Glitz N Glamour

3

20

10

6

5

1275

Terrier Group

Toy Group

Non-Sporting Group

Herding Group

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* Puppy Points are estimated, 50 Points awarded for each BPIS, 10 Points Awarded for each BPIG

As of August 25, 2014

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Top 10 Puppies :: All Breeds Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

1

Whippet

Ch Bretica Brushwood Evil Affair

53

26

1830

2

3

Whippet

Ch Bretica Brushwood Smokinaffair

30

11

850

3

2

Miniature Schnauzer

GCh Sparx Rich Dark N Delicious

35

8

753

4

4

Boxer

GCh Briley's Wild As The Wind

33

8

733

5

5

Shetland Sheepdog

Ch Cermel Hatfield Mirror Blue

27

5

529

6

39

Golden Retriever

Ch Brio Alohamotion

22

6

523

7

8

Doberman Pinscher

GCh De Lex Luthor Eternity

21

5

463

8

21

Doberman Pinscher

Ch Liberator's Triple Crown

13

6

430

9

6

Pointer

Ch Seasyde Holly Golightly

12

6

420

10

7

Pekingese

Ch Katerings More Than A Dream

10

6

400

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

7

Golden Retriever

Ch Brio Alohamotion

22

6

523

2

1

Pointer

Ch Seasyde Holly Golightly

12

6

420

3

13

English Cocker Spaniel

Especially Lucious Lipstick

8

5

333

4

26

Pointer (German Short-Haired)

GCh Legacyk Breakfast At Tiffany's

15

3

308

5

2

American Cocker Spaniel

Ch Shadyhill's The Free Spirit

16

2

260

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

1

Whippet

Ch Bretica Brushwood Evil Affair

53

26

1830

2

2

Whippet

Ch Bretica Brushwood Smokinaffair

30

11

850

3

3

Beagle

Ch TG Cheesecake Factory

14

4

340

4

5

Whippet

Ch McCartney's Celebrity Secrets

5

4

253

5

4

Coonhound (Black & Tan)

Kalan's Macallan

12

2

220

Sporting Group Puppies

Hound Group Puppies

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Working Group Puppies Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

1

Boxer

GCh Briley's Wild As The Wind

33

8

733

2

2

Doberman Pinscher

GCh De Lex Luthor Eternity

21

5

463

3

5

Doberman Pinscher

Ch Liberator's Triple Crown

13

6

430

4

2

Bullmastiff

Ch Knatchbull's 5th Avenue Marquee

10

5

353

5

4

Canadian Eskimo Dog

Ch Arcticice Qimmiq Ek Chau

14

3

290

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

1

Miniature Schnauzer

GCh Sparx Rich Dark N Delicious

35

8

753

2

2

Welsh Terrier

Ch Brynmawr Dragon Fox Turbo Juke

12

4

320

3

3

Norwich Terrier

Ramayall's Aurora Borealis

6

5

310

3

3

Kerry Blue Terrier

Ch Krisma's X Marks The Spot

16

3

310

5

7

American Staffordshire Terrier

Michl R Man Of Steel

6

3

210

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

1

Pekingese

Ch Katerings More Than A Dream

10

6

400

2

11

Chihuahua (Short Coat)

GCh Cogie's Thundering Streak

19

4

390

3

2

Havanese

Ch Rockhurst Rockabilly

9

4

290

4

9

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Ch Sheeba Fore Cantebury

6

4

263

5

3

Italian Greyhound

Ch Diavolino's Own The Moment

10

3

250

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

1

Shih Tzu

Rustinwood's Flower Girl

8

5

330

2

2

Dalmatian

Ch Onsengeltje Kanu Keep a Secret

17

3

320

3

4

French Bulldog

Ch Foxmoor Petite Cherie Creme de la Creme

14

3

290

4

3

Keeshond

Ch Daimler's Original Jeans At Cinnakees

14

2

240

5

60

Standard Poodle

Afterglow Ophelia

7

3

220

Rank L.Mth Breed

Dog Name

BPIG

BPIS

Points

1

1

Shetland Sheepdog

Ch Cermel Hatfield Mirror Blue

27

5

529

2

2

German Shepherd Dog

Kohlein's Franchesca

9

4

290

3

3

Shetland Sheepdog

Ch Amberlyn's Story Teller

12

3

270

4

10

Australian Cattle Dog

Ch Agassiz's Blueberry Crush

5

4

250

5

4

Shetland Sheepdog

Ch Grandgables The Chill Factor

10

2

200

Terrier Group Puppies

Toy Group Puppies

Non-Sporting Group Puppies

Herding Group Puppies

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over 15 months Higher Energy Content*

*Compared to 3482 kcal/kg in ROYAL CANIN Labrador Retriever 30.

Exclusive Kibble

Celebrating Canada’s World Class Purebred Dogs

Formulated with precise fat and protein levels, Breeding Labrador 26™ provides a higher energy content (3727 kcal/kg*) to support non-gestating / non-lactating Labrador Retrievers in breeding condition, while targeting the specific needs of Labradors.

Also AvAilAble

A complete offering of nutritional solutions for Labradors from puppy to senior years.

ContaCt your dediCated Pro SaleS rePreSentative for more information Manitoba/Saskatchewan: Christine Irwin christine.irwin@royalcanin.com 204.801.0034

Northern/Eastern Ontario: Pierry McLean pierry.mclean@royalcanin.com 416.557.7899

South Shore/Western Quebec: Chantal Guevremont chantal.guevremont@royalcanin.com 514.292.9606

Alberta: Mark Morrison mark.morrison@royalcanin.com 403.805.4542

Southwestern Ontario/GTA: Sabine Maarse sabine.maarse@royalcanin.com 519.767.6111

Montreal/North Shore Quebec: Anne-Marie Monahan anne.marie.monahan@royalcanin.com 514.831.3040

Eastern Quebec: Marie-Gabrielle Turcotte marie.gabrielle.turcotte@royalcanin.com 418.563.7555

Maritimes: Lisa King lisa.king@royalcanin.com 902.233.0744

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British Columbia: Justin Blumberg justin.blumberg@royalcanin.com 250.686.6689