Dachshund Club of America Newsletter Autumn 2023

AUTUMN 2023, Volume XLVII, Number 3

The Dachshund Club of America Newsletter Lynne Dahlén, Editor N961 Mayflower Road Appleton, WI 54913 Official DCA Website: dachshundclubofamerica.org

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“ROBIN” THE NEWEST MULTI-TITLED DACHSHUND A NEW NICHE FOR THE SMALL ONES “FAST DACHSHUND”?

IS THAT AN OXYMORON? SPORTS ILLUSTRATED 1955 - THE DACHSHUND HEALTH & WELFARE UPDATE DCA BOARD MINUTES

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May 23

• Earthdog Practice. Purina Farms

• DCA Annual Meeting • DCA National Sweepstakes • DCA National Rally Trial

May 18 • Dachshund Club of St. Louis Earth Dog

May 24 May19

• DCA National Specialty • BOV - Smooth • DCA National Obedience Trial • DCA Awards Dinner

• DCA National Earth Dog

May 20 • Purina Move In • DCA Host Agility Events • DCA National Agility • DCA Welcome Party

BRED FOR CONFORMATION.

BORN TO STAND OUT.

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May 21 • DCSTL Specialty • DCA Board Host Obedience & Rally

• DCA Junior Showmanship • DCA Parade of Veterans • DCA National Specialty BOV – Longs & Wires Inter Variety

May 22 • DCA Board Host Show with NOHS by variety & Juniors • 2nd DCA Board Host Obedience & Rally

Check on the DCA 2024 Face Book Page for the latest information, all the updates and exciting events planned!

The Madison Area Dachshund Club will host the Dachshund Club of America 2024 National Field Trial April 20-21, at the Northern Illinois Brace Club in Roscoe, Illinois (pending AKC approval).

Stakes will be run consecutively over the two days, with Open Bitches and FC Bitches likely running on Saturday, followed by Open Dogs and FC Dogs on Sunday.

Michael Nothstein and Stacey Sullivan have accepted the assignments to judge the FC Dog and FC Bitch stakes, and Wendy Snyder and Val Higginbotham have accepted the assignments to judge the Open Dog and Open Bitch stakes.

The Madison Area Dachshund Club will host two trials over three days April 22-24.

It is anticipated that two trials over three days will allow stakes to be run consecutively.

MADC is in the process of inviting judges for their trials.

At this time, it is anticipated that the annual awards dinner will be held on Sunday, April 21 at the club grounds.

Event Chair: Cheri Faust • cherifaust@gmail.com • 608-381-0831

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St. Louis Dachshund Club IQ: Randy Eltringham Novice: Alice Carter Junior: Jody Dean Senior: Lucy Shinkle Master: Denise Faulkner DCA IQ: Denny Van Hook Novice: Connie Fisher Junior: Linda Schweitzer Senior: Elizabeth Ellis Master: Cindi Todd

Agility DCA Host Shows Ronda Bermke DCA National Show Ronda Bermke

DCA Rally DCA Host Show 1 – Fred Buroff DCA Host Show 2 – Fred Buroff DCA National – James Comunale

Obedience DCA Host Show 1 – Fred Buroff DCA Host Show 2 – Fred Buroff DCA National – James Comunale

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To be determined

Conformation St. Louis DC Specialty Long – Andra O’Connell Smooth – Bob Wlodkowski Wire – Diane McCormack Juniors – Diane McCormack

DCA Board Host Show Long – Ryan Horvath Smooth – Luis Sosa Wire – Midge Martin Juniors – Emi Pedraza DCA National Specialty Long – Sue Bennett Smooth – Debbie Melgreen Wire – Robert Schwalbe Juniors – Debbie Melgreen DCA National Sweeps Long – Kathy Lockyer Smooth – Walter Cunningham Wire – Emi Pedraza

May 17-25, 2024 Purina Farms, 200 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Host Hotel - Holiday Inn Six Flags: Eureka, MO

$129.95 plus tax nightly Room rate - standard room 2 queen beds, two room limit per reservation $35 non refundable dog show fee Reservations by phone only by 4/17/2024: 800-782-8108 or 636-938 6661 (mention DCA to secure room rate)

Peter is pictured with Breeder/Judge Anne Schmidt at the Dachshund Fanciers of Virginia specialty.

He was BW/WD for 5 points! This was just his second show and I am looking forward to his future show career.

He is a very good boy.

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officers board of directors

President

2nd Vice President

Recording Secretary

Cheryl Shultz 3817 Seven Oaks Drive Corona, CA 92881 (951) 279-8252 cherevee@sbcglobal.net

Deneice Van Hook, DVM W6932 E. Lone Elm Road Van Dyne, WI 54979 (618) 213-6016 k9coach@aol.com

Kathleen Lockyer 428 Salmon Road Brighton, TN 38011-7053 (360) 798-5642 tklockyer@gmail.com

1st Vice President

Treasurer

Corresponding Secretary

Carl Holder 1130 Redoak Drive Lumberton, TX 77657 (409) 755-6569 candachs@aol.com

Ken Levison 8155 E. Galinda Drive Tucson, AZ 85750-2420 (520) 722-9427 dazdox@yahoo.com

Deborah Krieg 26550 Yearsley Road Raymond, OH 43067-9732 (973) 229-2390 daybreakwires@yahoo.com

Class of 2023

Class of 2024

Class of 2025

Dr. Randy N. Eltringham 6095 Deborah Drive Warrenton VA 20187-2847 (540) 347-0126 randy.n.eltringham.civ@mail.mil

Georjan Bridger P.O. Box 21352 Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 364-9695 artsrpassion@gmail.com

Sandy Arnold 3709 E. South Court Bloomington, IN 47401-4489 (812) 322-1842 sandydcaboard@gmail.com

Cindy Niles 3062 S. Section Line Road Delaware, OH 43015-9531 (740) 362-6110 Robinwoodwires@yahoo.com

Walter Jones 23 Golf View Drive Englewood, FL 34223 wjones@wyattfirm.com

Constance B. Fisher 3820 Crums Church Road Berryville, VA 22611-1962 (540) 955-4233 Beldachs@gmail.com

Janet Schwalbe 71 Valley Way Pendergrass GA 30567-3454 (706) 693-7142 reschwalbe@yahoo.com

Lorraine Simmons 250 Roxbury Road Newville, PA 17241 (732) 598-4961 stardox2@yahoo.com

Monika Martin 21020 St. Louis Road Marshall, VA 20115 (703) 407-7327 brando2@starpower.net

Vicki Spencer 2650 Holland Drive Owensboro KY 42303-2723 (270) 316-0051 lorindol@roadrunner.com

Dr. Dan Burke 8714 Via De La Gente Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (623) 707-7495 djbvca1@aol.com

Mary Olich Nie 7050 Freedom Blvd.

Aptos CA 95003-9621 (831) 662-0146 glenavan@yahoo.com

AKC Delegate Larry Sorenson 112 Two Does Lane Clayton, NC 27550-8492 (919) 550-7631 llsoren@earthlink.net

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ABS DC Lorica’s Merry Adventure CD BN RE FDC MXP MJP MFP T2BP SE CA DCAT SCN SIN DDB CL3 CGCA CGCU TKE ATT VHMA VC Dachshunds have been a part of my life since I was four years old, and as I get older they bring more and more wonderful people into my life. Diane Poranski, who took a chance on a teenager looking for a performance dog and gave me the opportunity to own my first dog and light the fire. My trainers over the years. My mom, who bought me my first performance puppy all those years ago and supported me every step of the way. She continues to be the one who goes to shows with me. I have to give credit to my husband as well, who is ever supportive of my endeavors with the dogs. There are also the people I have met through field trials and conformation shows and performance events. There are too many of you to name personally, but I appreciate you all.

by Jessica McCarron

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Texas A&M Researcher Recognized

by Courtney Price Dr. Nicholas Jeffery, a professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), received the 2023 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Clinical Research Award for his work developing treatments for spinal cord injuries in dogs.

Increased Risk for Hemangiosarcoma?

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Dog breeders and owners have likely had a dog or known someone with a dog affected by the highly malignant cancer hemangiosarcoma (HSA). They are less likely to know that the vector-borne bacterial pathogen Bartonella may contribute to HSA.

4 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 New Members & Applicants . . . . . . . . . .

Letters To & From the Editor Corrections/Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 HEALTH & WELFARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Texas AM Researcher Recognized

by Coutney Price

Treatments for Degenerative Myelopathy, Strategies to Control Chagas Disease

by Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT

Hemangiosarcoma Risk - Bartonellosis

by Purina ProClub

“Robin” The Latest Multi-Titled Exceptional Dachshund!

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by Jessica McCarron I could probably spend pages hashing through Robin’s achievements. But the truth is, he is so much more than just a performance dog. He is an incredible family pet at home. He loves to sleep in bed with us, and wakes my husband up every morning by rubbing his face on his head. He enjoys playing with our wire girls, Sól and Tally. He loves to go paddleboarding, hiking, and running with me.

I have to give a special shout out to Jessica Campbell. For not only welcoming me at that field trial five years ago and giving me this wonderful dog, but also for being my best friend.

DCA Board Meeting Minutes . . . . . . .

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Cover Story, The Latest Multi-Titled Exceptional Dachshund . . . . . . . . . . .

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by Jessica McCarron

Specialty Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Update: Health & Welfare Trust Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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by Robert Schwalbe

HISTORY! 1955 Sports Illustrated . .

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OBEDIENCE IS A DACHSHUNDS WORLD Rally National Championship & the National Obedience Championship . .

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by Brenda A. Riemer

ABOVE & BELOW GROUND A New Niche for the Small Ones

by Teddy Moritz

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Now another niche as opened for our predatory dogs. Bred to hunt in the land of their origin, Miniature Dachshunds are expressing this nature by having the fast-paced thrill of rat hunting. Though the sport is outdoors it is not a sport of the woods or fields but rather of night time alleys in cities. The news is always telling of rat infestations in cities, with photos of these rodents running along a sidewalk or slithering out of garbage cans.

An animal with few if any friends, the rat is a challenging quarry.

Meet the Breeds - Houston DC . . . . .

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Dachshunds qualifying for the AKC Obedience Classic Orlando, FL 2023 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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by Trudy Kawami

ABOVE & BELOW GROUND A New Niche for the Small Ones. . . .

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by Teddy Moritz

JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP . . . . . . . . .

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by Ava Hata

WEAVES & RETRIEVES Fast CAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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by Karen R. Scheiner

WEAVES & RETRIEVES “Fast Dachshund”?

Is That An Oxymoron? Not In Fast Cat!

by Karen R. Scheiner

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There is definitely no limit to what a dachshund can do! You are standing at the finish line, and here comes your dachshund. He’s running at top speed, ears back, eyes focused, sprinting toward you over the grass! He’s in top form and he is moving faster than ever! How fast is he running? You no longer have to wonder. Fast CAT® – which stands for Coursing Ability Test – is a timed, straight line, 100-yard dash. The dogs run one at a time, chasing a white lure on a motorized line.

Field Trial Results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Dachshunds Become Unlikely Cadaver Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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by Mara Bovsun, AKC Family Dog

2023 Summer Newsletter Corrections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

51 Upcoming Specialties . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Newsletter Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Nationals 2024 Information . . . . . . IBC Dachshund Club of America Autumn 2023

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MEMBER ADVERTISERS

They have crossed the bridge...

Arnold/Jarbsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Marylou Callison Betty Jeffries

Baldwin/Baldox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Brunner/Barkerville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Bryant, Carter/Shortyrocks . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Byrne, Granowicz/Von Links, Raab . . . . . . .21 Cottleer/Platinum Dachshunds . . . . . . . . . .28 DFABC, Metropolitan Baltimore Dachshund Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Please contact the editor and DCA secretary if you know of one of our members that has recently passed away.

Rampet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Florida Gulf Coast Dachshund Club . . . . . . .23 Johnson/Greensboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Jones/Briardachs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Jones/Sleepytime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

NEW MEMBERS:

! e m o c l We Cassie Myers Millstadt, IL

Kimberly Drake Pottstown, PA

Lincolnland Specialties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Niles/Robinwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Purina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IFC

Letters to and from the editor It’s hard to believe we’re headed into Autumn already! It’s been a rough year for weather around the country and the world, I hope everybody has been staying safe. Our dog shows, field trials, earthdog, etc., have been impacted by unusual, severe weather, kudos to those that have attended those events, and made the best of it.

TO THE RIGHT - don’t forget to nominate a DCA member for the good sportsmanship award.

Go to the DCA website for info or contact Janet Schwalbe at (706) 693-7142 or reschwalbe@yahoo.com.

Again, thank you so much to all the contributors and advertisers for helping to make the newsletter informative and interesting. Teddy Moritz was kind enough to send me a copy of a 1955 “Sports Illustrated” magazine...wow! See page 31 for a take on the long history of our breed. It was in 1958 that I fell in love with dachshunds when my parents purchased a red standard smooth. We had “Brownie” for almost 16 years. Anybody is welcome to submit articles or stories that they feel may be of interest to our members.

See page 51 for the corrections of the articles that were inadvertently missed in the summer issue of the magazine. Through a series of miscommunication and mistakes, these important achievements were missed. We’re sorry!!

Contact me with any questions or concerns!

Lynne

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Rachel Fritz Manchester, MO

Wendy Hess Watsonville, CA Gloria Sutton & Susan Summers Austin, TX

NEW APPLICANTS: John Wade & Louisa Baker Washoe Valley, NV Sponsors: Carl Holder & Joyce Warren

Comments, in writing, may be sent toGeorjan Bridger, DCA Membership Chair P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352

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Hi Members and Subscribers,

Kevin & Melissa Fritz Fenton, MO

Wendy Halverson Owatonna, MN

We are fast approaching the selection of our DCA 2023 Sportsmanship Award and we need to encourage all of you to consider nominating someone for this very prestigious award. This award honors those DCA members deserving of special recognition for making a difference in the sport of purebred Dachshunds while embracing the AKC Code of Conduct. This years selection committee is made up of members from across the country, Sherry Snyder, Denise Gehring, David Temple, Jennifer Carlson, Marianne McCullough, Randy Eltringham, Denny Van Hook and Jerry Cerasini. Thank you in advance for submitting a nomination.

Sincerely, Janet M. Schwalbe, Sportsmanship Chairperson Info on the DCA website: http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org/dca-sportsmanship-award/

SEE THE DCA NEWSLETTER DIGITAL VERSION https://issuu.com/twc910/docs/dca_summer_2023 Editor, Advertising Coordinator, Graphic Design, Layout and Production: Lynne M. Dahlén Contact: lynnechuck83@twc.com or 920-903-1588 ARTICLE CONTRIBUTORS Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT, Mara Bovsun, Nancy Colson, Dr. Randy Eltringham, Connnie Fisher, Ava Hata, Trudy Kawami, Jessica McCarron, Teddy Moritz, Coutney Price, Purina ProClub, Brenda A. Riemer, Karen R. Scheiner, Robert Schwalbe, Janet M. Schwalbe, Denny VanHook PRINTER/MAILING Sutherland Companies, Montezuma, Iowa The Dachshund Club of America Inc., The Dachshund Club of America Board of Directors, and the Editor of the Dachshund Club of America Quarterly Newsletter (magazine) are not responsible for the content of any advertisement, solicited or unsolicited editorials, letters or articles that may appear in the newsletter. The content of any advertisement, editorial, letter or article that appears in the Dachshund Club of America Newsletter is the sole responsibility of its advertiser or author.

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RamPet ramps are specifically made for your dachshund to safely access furniture. The ramps are lightweight, come with slip and scratch resistant rubber grips on the bottom and can be folded down to a low profile for storage.

The RamPet ramp is ideal for use with couches, chairs, sofas and low beds in your home. It is not recommended for tall beds.

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Using the RamPet ramps is one of the best ways to promote health & safety in your pet by preventing back injuries such as IVDD. One very important part of back injury prevention for your pet, is to avoid activities that can inflict trauma such as jumping on and off furniture. Each ramp comes with a list of training tips to ensure your pet will enjoy the new pet ramp.

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Welcome to the “Health and Welfare”segment of the Newsletter. It is hoped that DCA members will submit ideas for this section of the magazine as well as articles about experiences pertaining to the healthcare of their dogs that will be of interest to other readers.

Please send ideas, suggestions and articles to the Dachshund Club of America Newsletter Editor.

Texas A&M Researcher Recognized By American Veterinary Medical Association For Work On Canine Spinal Cord Injuries Story by Courtney Price, VMBS Communications July 18, 2023  Dr. Nicholas Jeffery, a professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), received the 2023 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Clinical Research Award for his work developing treatments for spinal cord injuries in dogs.

The Clinical Research Award, given annually by the AVMA Council on Research, recognizes one veterinarian who forges new paths in patient-oriented research through notable achievements in the diagnosis, prevention or treatment of diseases in animals. These achievements can include the study of mechanisms of disease, therapeutic interventions, clinical trials, development of new technologies and epidemiological studies.

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“Dr. Jeffery’s dedication to clinical research and his significant contributions to veterinary medicine and neurology are truly inspiring,” said Dr. Lori Teller, outgoing AVMA president. “His innovative approach and rigorous scientific inquiry have brought about game-changing developments in the treatment and understanding of spinal cord injuries and other neurological conditions. We are incredibly proud Dr. Nicholas Jeffery

to honor his accomplishments with this award.”

“Dr. Jeffery is an internationally recognized leader in veterinary clinical trial development,” said Dr. Jonathan Levine, head of Texas A&M’s Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences.

“He’s an innovator who is always exploring new ways to treat difficult diseases, and he’s relentless in challenging conventional thought.

His perspective is vital to our educational, research and service missions and more broadly toward our new Next-Generation Small Animal Teaching and Research Hospital project.”

Jeffery, who joined the Texas A&M University faculty in 2016, studies spinal cord and nervous system injuries in dogs. Jeffery’s key achievements include foundational research on spinal cord injury in dogs, the development of novel diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies, and the direction of impactful clinical trials.

“I try to work on problems that come up in the clinic and devise research projects to find out how to get better treatments and also try to help other people to design and analyze their research projects,” Jeffery said.

Jeffery also was instrumental in defining MRIbased features of injury, which are still used to aid in the diagnosis and delivery of therapies.

His most recent research has centered on data analysis, particularly quantifying the variability and individuality in functional testing outcomes

in animals with spinal cord injury to optimally replicate laboratory studies and to use this information to ensure rigorous translation of intervention effects between species.

His work has resulted in more than 200 peerreviewed publications, many of which have significantly influenced veterinary and biomedical practices worldwide. His textbook, “Handbook of Small Animal Spinal Surgery,” has become a critical resource for students and practitioners alike.

In addition to his research, Jeffery has shown a commitment to education and mentorship. He has mentored 18 doctoral students and numerous neurology residents, many of whom have gone on to establish careers in academia and industry.

His contributions as editor-in-chief of the Journal of Small Animal Practice have provided invaluable guidance to aspiring researchers and

clinicians in the field. He is also a founding member of the Canine Spinal Cord Injury Consortium, a group of veterinarians who have agreed to work together to investigate how to improve therapy for spinal cord injuries in dogs and how they can be used as a model for human medicine.

Jeffery, a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons and Neurology and a Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, began his career in London with the opening of the city’s first private small animal specialty practice. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge, a postdoctoral fellowship from the University College London, and a master’s degree in clinical trials design from the University of London. Jeffery joined the Texas A&M faculty after serving at the University of Cambridge and the University of Iowa.

“Because research — especially clinical

Studying Potential Treatments for Degenerative Myelopathy

by Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a progressive, degenerative disease of the nervous system in dogs. It is challenging to diagnose, and the lack of effective treatment options leaves owners of affected dogs feeling frustrated and helpless as their beloved pet declines.

That’s exactly how dog owners Molli and Doug Cook felt. “Bubba was our sweet, loving Boxer and our baby for 11 years,” Molli says. “At the

research — is dependent on coordinated team effort, this award also honors my collaborators, and I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has worked with me over the decades for their contributions in time and effort to our shared research projects,” Jeffery said.

“Although often frustrating to carry out, clinical research is central to improving the care we provide for our animal patients.”

For more information about the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, please visit our website at vetmed.tamu.edu or join us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Contact Information: Jennifer Gauntt, Director of VMBS Communications, Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences; jgauntt@cvm.tamu.edu; 979-862-4216

age of nine he was diagnosed with DM and our journey with this disease began. He transitioned from paw dragging, to swaying his back legs, to a wheelchair over the course of two years, but he never stopped smiling and enjoying life with his family.

Thankfully, a recently awarded grant from the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) offers hope for slowing the progression of DM in dogs.

With funding from CHF Grant 03139: Riluzole as a Neuroprotectant in Canine Degenerative Myelopathy, investigators will study the drug riluzole as a potential treatment for dogs with DM. Clinical signs of DM appear later in life and include worsening weakness and paralysis starting in the hind limbs and progressing to continued on next page...

We plan on many special surprises such as having food available and welcome bags.

One of our members will be offering, to the first owner (only) of any dog that finishes their grand championship (not bronze, silver, gold or platinum) at our shows, a 9x11 brass & walnut plaque such as the one pictured above. We will offer the DCA trophies for all 3 shows and very nice rosettes for all 3 shows.

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DM Treatments continued from page 7 involve the front limbs, swallowing muscles, and diaphragm. The disease has characteristics similar to some forms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease) in humans. Riluzole, the drug being studied, was the first FDA approved medication to treat ALS in humans in 1995. It prevents the build-up of excitatory nerve signaling molecules that can kill nerve cells in affected dogs and humans.

“This drug addresses a pathophysiologic mechanism shared in DM and ALS,” says Dr. Joan Coates, the study’s Principal Investigator and veterinary neurologist at the University of Missouri. “Riluzole is shown to prolong quality of life in human ALS patients. This new study will evaluate safety and efficacy of Riluzole in treatment of DM.” The study has three aims: to evaluate the safety of oral riluzole use in dogs, conduct a multi-site clinical trial evaluating the efficacy of riluzole treatment, and show the utility of a recently discovered biomarker to track clinical progression of DM in dogs. This research is the first step toward the long-term goal of studying multiple DM treatment options simultaneously at several institutions in the United States. To support that effort, Dr. Coates and her colleagues (Dr. Sarah Moore at The Ohio State University, Dominik Faissler at Tufts University and Natasha Olby at North Carolina State University) started Project DM (www.caninedm.org), a network of canine DM researchers working together to accelerate progress in developing treatments for this disease.

“This collaboration allows us to collect reliable data at multiple veterinary hospitals,” Dr. Coates says. “We can therefore efficiently recruit more cases and study more potential treatments than if the research was being done at only one location. It really allows more dogs

and their owners to participate in clinical trials.”

The potential for rapid progress in our understanding of DM sparked the interest of Molli and Doug Cook. “We started our non-profit, Bubba’s Buddies (www.bubbasbuddies.org), with the mission to raise money for DM research so that no dogs or dog parents would have to go through the same journey we did,” Molli says. “We started out partnering with Project DM, who introduced us to the AKC Health Foundation and the process of supporting canine health research through CHF. Bubba passed in November 2022, but we continue to honor him through Bubba’s Buddies and our partnership with CHF.” “Bubba’s Buddies research sponsorship will help pay for the in-depth screening tests that are needed for a dog to enroll in the riluzole clinical trial,” Dr. Coates says. “We need an accurate diagnosis to collect meaningful data and this financial support will allow more dogs and owners to participate.”

CHF and its donors are committed to funding studies like this clinical trial to help develop more accurate diagnostic tests and effective treatments for canine DM. Their investment has already been rewarding.

With funding from previous CHF research grants, Dr. Coates and her colleagues identified a genetic mutation and gene modifiers that increases the risk of developing DM in certain dog breeds, described the structural changes in the nervous system that define DM, and studied a molecule that can be measured in the fluid surrounding the central nervous system to monitor disease progression.

The riluzole study marks the first CHF-funded study exploring a potential treatment for DM. Participants are currently being recruited at the University of Missouri, Tufts University, The Ohio State University, and North Carolina State University. Learn more about this research, including information on participation, at www.akcchf.org/03139.

housing. Symptoms of Chagas disease vary and can be acute or chronic and mild or severe,

by Sharon M. Albright, DVM, CCRT including sudden death.

Damage to the heart muscle, resulting in progressive heart disease, is the most common sign of infection.

Unfortunately, there are no effective vaccines or treatments for the disease for dogs or humans. Therefore, preventive strategies aimed at reducing exposure to kissing bugs are key.

With funding from AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) Grant 02448: Canine Chagas Photo by Gabriel Hamer Disease: Characterizing Cardiac Abnormalities, Chagas disease is a parasitic infection Vector Infection and Control Strategies, and Parasite Strains in Kennel Environments, in dogs and humans caused by the protozoa investigators at Texas A&M University College known as Trypanosoma cruzi. Dogs become of Veterinary Medicine have been working to infected when they ingest the feces or bodies of better understand Chagas disease in dogs. infected kissing bugs (pictured above). They can also become infected by blood transfusions or via They recently published the surprisingly high risk of infection in dogs housed in 10 different transmission from a dam to her puppies. The kennels in Texas, reinforcing the need for disease is found in South and Central America, improved strategies to prevent kissing bug Mexico, and in the southern United States – exposure. Their research also involves especially in dogs housed in multi-dog kennels.

Wildlife such as raccoons and opossums can also studying the biology of kissing bugs and the be infected with T. cruzi and serve as a reservoir wide range of clinical signs seen in dogs with Chagas disease. for the parasite near dog kennels and human

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Understanding kissing bugs To limit dogs’ exposure to kissing bugs, we need to understand the life cycle of this insect.

Knowing where they nest and develop would improve the surveillance of kissing bug populations and help with their control.

Unfortunately, little is known about kissing bug development since most of the insects collected are adults found around humans or kennels. To improve kissing bug collection in their natural habitat, CHF-funded investigators used a trained detection dog to locate the insect at multiple sites across Texas in the fall of 2017. More kissing bugs were collected per hour when the detection dog was used compared to humans searching alone. Testing of the bugs revealed that 27% of immature kissing bugs were infected with T. cruzi and that they had fed on woodrats, opossums, and rabbits. Efficiently finding the kissing bug nests and understanding the host organisms that help spread Chagas disease will help inform disease prevention strategies in dogs and humans.

Accurate testing Another barrier to controlling Chagas disease in dogs is getting an accurate diagnosis. The current gold standard blood test for dogs is only offered at one diagnostic lab, requires subjective interpretation, and can cross-react with other disease-causing organisms such as Leishmania species. In search of a better option, the CHFfunded research team evaluated a new type of diagnostic test (known as a multiplex microsphere immunoassay, or MIA) for T. cruzi antibodies in dogs. Testing for antibodies against nine different T. cruzi antigens (disease-specific continued on page 10....

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Chagas Disease continued from page 8 molecules that stimulate the immune system), Leishmania, parvovirus, and a negative control sample revealed that the MIA test is a valid method to diagnose Chagas disease in dogs. In fact, it may be a better test option than current methods because it is precise and can be quickly run on multiple samples. Additional study is needed to understand how the MIA test will perform on samples from borderline infected dogs (samples in which not all Chagas disease antigens are present) and to explore cross reactivity with Leishmania.

Ongoing research CHF and its donors are investing in research across the country to better understand the organism that causes Chagas disease as well as how to control, prevent, and treat the resulting disease. Active studies are:

Dogs Diagnosed with Bartonellosis May Be at Increased Risk for Hemangiosarcoma Dog breeders and owners have likely had a dog or known someone with a dog affected by the highly malignant cancer hemangiosarcoma (HSA). They are less likely to know that the vector-borne bacterial pathogen Bartonella may contribute to HSA. “Bartonella may be the most important bacteria that most of the world has never heard of,” says Edward B. Breitschwerdt, DVM, DACVIM, the Melanie S. Steele Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases and co-director of the Vector Borne Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at North Carolina State University. “Bartonellosis is one of the most important emerging infectious diseases in humans and dogs.”

A lead investigator of a $4.8 million four-year study funded in 2021 by the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation, Dr. Breitschwerdt is part of a multidisciplinary Bartonella Research Consortium developing new treatments for animals and people affected by the bacterial pathogen. Although combinations of antibiotics are used to treat Bartonella-related conditions, successful outcomes are dimmed by the bacterium’s ability to penetrate almost any cell in the body.

The first incidence of Bartonella infection in a dog was discovered in 1993 in Dr. Breitschwerdt’s laboratory. Tumbleweed, a 3-yearold female yellow Labrador Retriever, had been unsuccessfully treated for nine months when she arrived at the North Carolina State Veterinary Hospital extremely ill with endocarditis, an inflammation of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves.

The infectious diseases team isolated a new Bartonella subspecies responsible for Tumbleweed’s condition. In collaboration with researchers at the Centers for Disease Control

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• exploring the risk of Chagas disease in dog populations outside of the southwest US, • examining how co-infection with other pathogens (such as the bacteria that causes Lyme disease) influences clinical disease, • evaluating the effectiveness of commonly used flea and tick preventatives on local kissing bug populations, and • continuing to develop a more accurate blood test for canine Chagas disease.

Chagas disease research benefits both ends of the leash. Humans and dogs live in the same environments and are exposed to the same insects and animals that spread this deadly disease. What we learn about Chagas disease in one species will likely help both. This One Health approach is key to CHF’s mission to advance the health of all dogs and their owners.

Learn more about research on Chagas disease and other infectious diseases at akcchf.org/immunologyRPA.

and Prevention, they named the bacterium Bartonella vinsonni subsp. berkhoffii. The risk factors for bartonellosis fit Tumbleweed’s lifestyle: heavy flea and tick exposure and a rural home environment. Additionally, endocarditis associated with B. vinsonii subsp. berkhoffii occurs in large-breed dogs, such as retrievers, that have a predisposition for aortic valve disease.

“I wanted to know how we had missed the diagnosis of bartonellosis in the past,” Dr. Breitschwerdt says.

New Study Combats Bartonellosis Bartonellosis is a zoonotic disease in which contact with an infected animal can make people sick. This worries Dr. Breitschwerdt. “Owners of infected dogs, veterinarians and veterinary technicians are particularly at risk of getting sick,” he says. “Direct contact with body fluids,

The future may provide quicker diagnoses and more effective treatments for bartonellosis in people and dogs. Ultimately, better understanding of bartonellosis may help to lessen the risk of hemangiosarcoma in dogs. a needle stick, scratch, or bite from an infected animal puts a person at risk.”

In both species, three organ systems are vulnerable to acute or chronic clinical manifestations, and more than one system may be affected. Cardiovascular disease may manifest as endocarditis, as with Tumbleweed, or myocarditis, inflammation of the heart muscle.

Neurological effects include seizures or paralysis, and rheumatologic signs occur in joints and surrounding tendinous structures.

Complex to diagnose, Bartonella infection has a stealthy nature in which the bacterium invades, thrives and hides inside cells of blood vessel walls throughout the body. Blood smear tests do not detect the pathogen. Eluding the immune system, Bartonella may trigger an infectious state that leads to hemangiosarcoma.

Like Bartonella, HSA is a stealthy canine cancer that often goes undetected as it develops silently and painlessly. Originating in bone marrow cells, HSA settles in the thin layer of cells lining the interior of blood vessels giving tumor cells access to the blood supply and allowing them to metastasize to virtually any organ in the body.

Tumor cells take hold and grow in a vascular web that may contain Bartonella infection.

About 50 percent of HSA cancer cases occur in the spleen, an organ responsible for eliminating vector-borne pathogens such as Bartonella from the circulatory system. Although cardiac HSA is less common, it is the most common heart tumor in dogs. Less frequently, HSA occurs in the liver, lungs, kidneys, and skin.

Most dogs have an advanced form of HSA when it is discovered. Tumor masses cause few signs other than lethargy and pale mucous membranes due to anemia from small bleeds.

Dogs often die before treatment can begin.

Standard of care treatment involves surgical removal of the tumor, depending on its location, and/or chemotherapy. Intended to prevent fatal blood loss, treatment is seldom curative as tumor metastasis often has occurred.

“Persistent infection or inflammation caused

by Bartonella may increase the risk for HSA later in life,” Dr. Breitschwerdt says. “We suspect pathogenic bacteria, such as Bartonella, play a role in different cancers.”

The effect of Bartonella in dogs and the potential link to hemangiosarcoma is disconcerting to experts like Dr. Breitschwerdt.

“In our experience, some breeds may not handle Bartonella well, though bartonellosis occurs in all breeds and in dogs worldwide.

Large-breed and mixed-breed dogs are particularly affected,” he says. continued on page 12...

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Bartonellosis continued from page 10 The good news is that dogs diagnosed early with bartonellosis and treated with antibiotics typically fully recover. “Most dogs require more than one antibiotic that is given over six weeks,” says Dr. Breitschwerdt. “As with Tumbleweed, treatment can be complicated, and a dog can be sick for months before being diagnosed.”

Having studied Bartonella for 30 years, Dr. Breitschwerdt is excited about the Cohen Foundation funding that involves a team of experts. The largest single grant devoted to combating Bartonella and bartonellosis is funded by the organization’s Cohen Lyme & Tickborne Disease Initiative that began in 2015 to raise awareness, advance research and find cures for tickborne diseases.

Working with Dr. Breitschwerdt at North Carolina State University on this study is Dr. Ricardo G. Maggi, research professor of internal medicine in the Vector Borne Disease Diagnostic Laboratory. Dr. Timothy Haystead, professor of pharmacology and cancer biology at Duke University, and Dr. Monica Embers, associate professor of immunology at Tulane University, complete the team.

The research pipeline starts with the development of potential Bartonella antibiotic therapies by Dr. Haystead and his laboratory. The North Carolina State researchers are testing the therapies, and those that appear promising are sent to Dr. Embers and her group to review their effectiveness. “The goal is to get down to the heart of the Bartonella DNA and pick up molecular candidates that can be worked into effective therapies,” Dr. Breitschwerdt says.

Dr. Breitschwerdt is quick to give credit to advances made from his five-year study of the prevalence of bartonellosis in dogs with splenic and cardiac HSA funded by the AKC Canine Health Foundation through its Hemangiosarcoma Research Initiative. Since 1995, the Foundation and its donors have invested over $4.8 million in 33 grants to understand the mechanisms and causes, new targets for treatment and early diagnostics for HSA. Versatility in Poodles, a worldwide community of enthusiasts helping to advance breed health and promote breed versatility, is helping to sponsor this research that goes through January 2023.

An early report of this research was published in PLOS ONE in January 2020. Using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing, the research team studied fresh frozen HSA tissue, fresh frozen nontumor tissue, and whole blood and serum from 110 dogs representing 39 breeds and mixed breeds looking for Bartonella, Babesia parasites and Hemotropic Mycoplasma bacteria.

“While 73 percent of all tissue samples from these dogs were positive for Bartonella DNA, none of the blood samples were, which indicates that whole blood samples do not reflect this pathogen,” Dr. Breitschwerdt says. “The presence of Bartonella DNA in 57 percent of

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cardiac HSA tumors and in 93 percent of nontumor cardiac tissue is an important finding.”

Knowing that Bartonella species, B. hensalae specifically, is well-established as a promoter of tumor-cell proliferation and chronic inflammation, the team speculated that B. hensalae is a likely cofactor in the development of HSA in dogs. “Because dogs with HSA have increased amounts of plasma vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) compared to healthy dogs and because VEGF is present in tumors, this implicates B. hensalae as a possible cause of HSA,” Dr. Breitschwerdt explains.

“In laboratory cultures, we have seen how B. hensalae induces angiogenesis, the formation of

blood and molecular tests with poor, variable or undetermined sensitivity. Epidemiological studies are based on indirect fluorescent antibody and blood PCR assays, but the lack of sensitivity of these tests should be considered by researchers trying to define Bartonella disease, transmission and zoonotic risks.”

In a retrospective study of 90 dogs diagnosed with HSA published in June 2021 in Pathogens, the research team at North Carolina State University evaluated six assays and found Bartonella DNA or antibodies in 70 dogs, about 78 percent. “In our head-to-head comparisons of serology and molecular test results, we found that Bartonella species DNA IMAGE: The Lecturio Medical Concept Library

new blood vessels from existing blood vessels, and proliferation of endothelial cells by stimulating the production of VEGF.” Challenges Diagnosing Bartonellosis More than 44 Bartonella species and subspecies are recognized today, about half of which are associated with disease symptoms.

Although the Bartonella pathogen has existed and evolved for millions of years, only two species, Bartonella bacilliformis and Bartonella quintana, were identified worldwide before 1990.

The bacterium is carried primarily by vectors such as fleas, ticks, sand flies, and lice, though spiders, bed bugs and deer keds (deer flies) can carry Bartonella as well.

Numerous species of Bartonella are reported in dog infections, yet the most common ones found in North America are B. hensalae, B. vinsonii subsp. berkhoffii and B. koehlerae — all of which have been detected in dogs diagnosed with endocarditis. Notably, B. hensalae is the pathogen that is transmitted to cats via fleas that can cause cat scratch disease in humans when an infected cat licks, bites or scratches open skin.

A challenge in treating dogs with bartonellosis is diagnosing the illness. “There is no diagnostic gold standard for Bartonella infection in dogs,” says Dr. Breitschwerdt.

“Diagnosis relies on a combination of culture,

could be detected from PCR-amplified fresh frozen tissues from a majority of dogs with HSA,” Dr. Breitschwerdt says.

“These methods warrant future studies to compare the ability to screen dogs with HSA for Bartonella infection. This is of critical importance to assess the potential role of Bartonella as a cause or cofactor in HSA.” Given the predisposition of dogs to HSA and the cancer’s toll in dogs, urgency is warranted for research to learn more about Bartonella and the chronic inflammation and tissue damage it causes. “Because these are emerging pathogens in dogs, the spectrum of diseases associated with Bartonella infection has not been fully elucidated,” says Dr. Breitschwerdt.

Reflecting on the Cohen Foundation study, Dr. Maggi of North Carolina State University says, “We are very positive that at the end of this work, we will have the first battery of treatment options to battle Bartonella infection not just in animals but also in people. Already we have identified several small molecular candidates showing promising anti-Bartonella activity.”

The future may provide quicker diagnoses and more effective treatments for bartonellosis in people and dogs. Ultimately, better understanding of bartonellosis may help to lessen the risk of hemangiosarcoma in dogs. ! https://www.purinaproclub.com/resources/dogarticles/bartonella-risk-for-hemangiosarcoma#.

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BEST IN SPECIALTY SHOWS!

Thank you Breeder Judges Mary Olich Nie and Walter Jones.

We’re so honored to have been recognized by these respected breeder judges.

(CH Grandgables Thorny Thicket ML X GCHB Sandachs X Factor at Greensboro ML)

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Dachshund Club of America, Inc. BOARD MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, March 21, 2023 Holiday Inn, Eureka, MO

1, 2023 allowing for 8 field trials per year per club.

4. Report on Shipping DCA Field Trial Plaques: Cheryl Shultz Sheila Parish, DCA Trophy Chair, was informed that trophies will be sent to the field trial chairs as is presently done.

Call to order 7:12 PM

NEW BUSINESS: Members present: Cheryl Shultz, Denise Van Hook, Carl Holder, Debby Krieg, Kathy Lockyer Ken Levison, Larry Sorenson, Monika Martin, Sandy Arnold, Wally Jones, Connie Fisher, Lorraine Simmons, Randy Eltringham, Vicki Spencer, Janet Schwalbe, Cindy Niles, Georjan Bridger, Mary Olich Nie Guests: Robert Schwalbe, Heather Ackby, Mary Jones, John Niles Approval of Minutes from the March 9, 2023 Board Meeting: Approved without object or correction.

Motion to ratify the following 9 motions.

Motion adopted, the following were ratified.

Ratifications: 1. Corrected May 18, 2022 Board Minutes 2. Corrected October 1, 2022 Board Minutes 3. Corrected December 5, 2022 Board Minutes 4. Treasurer’s resolution; open DCA accounts at PNC Bank and authorize the Treasurer and President as signatures for DCA funds 5. DCA Newsletter-extend advertising deadline of Summer Issue to April 30th, 2023 6. Discontinue the using Open, Closed and Information labels in Board meeting minutes 7. DCA 2023 Budget 8. Juniors Stipend-increase from $300.00 to $500.00 9. Versatility Program-add Novice Earthdog (NE) of the Versatility Program with 1 point value

OLD BUSINESS: 1. DCA 2025 & 2026 – Reserving Holiday Inn: Cheryl Shultz DCA 2024 will be held May 20-25 at Purina DCA 2025 will be held May 11-17 The contract for Purina has not been signed to date but will be happening soon.

There was a $1,000. Deposit.

DCA 2026 will be held May 10-16 Cheryl Shultz is working on the contract with the holiday in for 2025 and 2026.

2. DCA Proposed Bylaw Revisions: Cheryl Shultz Mailings were sent out to the membership with the proposed changes. Comment will be taken at the 2023 Annual meeting of the membership. Ken Levison and Carl Holder will work on the ballot to be sent to the membership.

3. Dachshund Field Trial Rule Change: Cheryl Shultz Pending approval by the AKC Board, the rule change is expected to be implemented on June

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1. Appointment of DCA Board Member for a 1 year term: Cheryl Shultz Moved into Executive Session without objection at 7:41 PM. Dan Burke was voted to serve a one-year term on the board of directors, filling an open position.

Moved out of Executive session at 7:45 PM without objection.

2. Meet the Breeds: Larry Sorenson Larry will be looking for clubs to work booths in the geographical areas AKC will be offering a Meet the Breeds.

3. Trophy Plan: Quality of donated pins: Denny Van Hook Trophies donated to DCA will be reviewed for appropriate condition before offering them to clubs for use in the trophy plan.

4. DCA National Specialty Judges- Sweeps and Host Show: Janet Schwalbe The following individuals were elected by the board to judge sweepstakes at the 2024 Nationals Longhairs: Kathy Lockyer Smooth: Walter Cunningham Wires: Emi Pedraza The board appointed Emi Pedraza to judge Junior Showmanship at the DCA 2024 Host Specialty.

It was moved to have the membership at the 2023 Annual meeting elect the judges for the 2024 DCA Host Show. APPROVED 5. DCA National Specialty Updates-Welcome bags, Field Trials: Janet Schwalbe Janet provided an up-date and revealed the logo and t shirt. Board members bought T-shirts to be worn and shown at the annual meeting. It was requested board members assist in providing items for the Welcome bags. Randy Eltringham is to be contacted.

6. Earthdog: Connie Fisher Motion to add Qualitative performance requirements of an EE or MXE Earthdog title to the ROM program. Motion fails.

Motion to develop a committee to review and recommend qualitative requirements in the Earthdog program which would include conformation as presented. APPROVED. Committee to include Connie Fisher, Chair, Randy Eltringham, Lorraine Simmons, Cindy Niles & Denny Van Hook 7. Archives: Vicki Spencer Motion to destroy old stud books.

APPROVED

Without objection the board directed Vicki to bring books written in German to the 2024 Nationals to be given away free. If they are not taken, they will be destroyed.

8. It was moved to award 5 inch plaques for SELECT only at the DCA Nationals beginning in 2024. APPROVED. 9. It was moved to introduce guests at board meetings at the beginning of the board meeting and be a standard agenda item. ADPPROVED Next Meeting date and location: The next in person meeting will be held in Chicago in the summer. Debby will look for dates from the board.

Adjournment: 9:08 PM ________________________________________

Dachshund Club Of America, Inc. ANNUAL MEETING March 23, 2023, 9:00 AM Holiday Inn, Eureka, MO Call to order 9:01 AM Without objection the Committee to review the Annual Meeting Minutes were announced: Dr. Edna (Midge) Martin, Pam Reed and Marilyn Hickok

Report of the President: Cheryl Shultz Carl Holder was recognized and honored for his years of service as the President of DCA since 1999.

Election of Host Show Judges for the 2024 DCA Nationals. This process was decided on by the Board of Directors at the March 21, 2023 Board meeting.

Nominations were taken from the floor for each coat. Tellers collected and counted the ballots. The following were elected by the membership attending the Annual meeting.

Longhairs: Ryan Horvath Alternate: Maggie Peat Smooths: Jerry Cerasini Alternate: Cindy Senff Wires: Midge Martin Alternate: Gary Fisher

Report of the Treasurer: Ken Levison Report of the AKC Delegate: Larry Sorenson A power point was provided regarding the history of AKC and Meet the Breed program.

Committee Reports: DCA Website: Debby Krieg Debby reminded members the password for DCA members only is in the roster.

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First time out as a special, Penny wins Best of Breed!!!!

Dachshund Club of Santa Ana Valley specialty under respected breeder-judge Mr. John Brading!!

The next day, Penny went on to win another Best of Variety under breeder-judge Lisa Young!!

Ted H. & Karen Brunner

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(GCH Patriot Von Links SL ROMX* x GCHB Jarbsy’s Feel It Still BCAT)

With gratitude to Lucy Granowicz for letting me breed to Blaze.

Hustle is 16 months old.

Owner/Handler: Sandy Arnold CHIC# Pending AKC Breeder of Merit-Silver Bloomington, IN • 812-322-1842

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(Ch. Boondox Kafka “Korky” x GCH Jarbsy’s Carly von Skaer “Carly”)

Owner & trainer Chris Moore finished Grimm’s Field Championship in a few short weekends, at her first Field Trials, including an Absolute win from the Open Dog class!

Grimm finished his Bench Champion title in style by winning a 5 point major at the Midwest Dachshund Specialty in May. Chris & Grimm are a fabulous team & are continuing title work in Earthdog, Fast Cat, Scent Trials, Tracking and Agility!

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dog Sparky (ABS GCHB DC Lorica’s Tarlyn Set the Fire MW CD BN RA FDC NJP JE CGCA TKN). She felt he would be exactly what I was looking for. I trusted her judgment, and picked my puppy up from her in October, back at Swatara Beagle Club (albeit much more prepared for the field trial conditions this time).

Originally named Ash to go with the theme of the fire litter, I knew right away that I wanted to change his name. I chose Robin for Robin Hood, an homage to the years in college I spent studying medieval and renaissance history. His registered name came from the book of stories that propelled this character into the limelight, The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood.

I brought Robin home and got him acclimated, and we started working on basic skills right away. The foundations of obedience that I had

By Jessica McCarron, Robin is co-owned with Jessica Campbell and Lorne Campbell

ABS DC Lorica’s Merry Adventure CD BN RE FDC MXP MJP MFP T2BP SE CA DCAT SCN SIN DDB CL3 CGCA CGCU TKE ATT VHMA VC In April 2018, I took my first trip to a Dachshund Field Trial. I had talked about it for years; it was a piece of uncharted territory in dog sports that I wanted to experience. So, my mom and I packed up the car and drove from Long Island, New York to Swatara Beagle Club in Pennsylvania. We walked into the trial knowing absolutely nothing. It was pouring rain all day, we wore sneakers, and we did not bring a line to release. Despite all that, Chip and I managed a second place at his first field trial.

Though it was a tough day, we were welcomed

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and helped by many friendly faces, especially one that stuck out to me, Jessica Campbell.

That fall, I was ready for a puppy again. Chip and Rosebud, my standard smooths, were seven and six, and I was ready for some new blood. I saw that Jess had a litter of mini wires. I had never had a wire and thought for sure that all her puppies were spoken for. On a whim, I messaged her anyway, asking if she had any available and letting her know that I was looking for my next performance prospect.

She quickly informed me that they were still available, and when I told her I was looking for a male she said she Photo: Matthew Renk Photography had a puppy from her

skipped with my first two dogs were my focus in those early months. I also started working on his skills for conformation. When he was a little older, I brought him to agility classes with my mentor, Teri Nolan, to get him up to speed on contacts and weaves.

One thing about Robin that stuck out was that he made all his debuts with a bang. From Winners Dog for his first two points at our first weekend of shows in 2019, to his and my first major win at the March Madness Cluster that year. He also won an Award of Merit from the 69 month class at that show. His CGC and TKN followed suit a few months later. This only made me more excited to continue on our journey, as I

knew he had the foundations for success and the talent to use them.

In May 2019 he made his rally and obedience debut, earning qualifying scores in both Rally Novice and Beginner Novice Obedience. He has continued to grow in those sports. In 2022, he ranked 8th in the DCA rally rankings. He also earned his CD after I drove to Syracuse in a blizzard (again, with Jess by my side) to chase Syracuse Obedience Training Club’s black and rainbow title ribbon I had fallen in love with and committed to memory two years before. He also qualified for the 2023 Rally National Championship, although we were not able to attend. He will continue working toward his RAE in the future.

At fifteen months, Robin made his agility debut, again with qualifying scores in his classes that first day. I remember the day he earned his first Master Jumpers qualifying score under Janet Buzynski. It was my first time running with my own dog at the master level, but we shook off the nerves and were successful. His first Master FAST leg was earned on a gamble with three jumps set parallel to the gamble line and to be taken in a serpentine. I could not believe it when he took it like it was no problem. In 2021, I attended my first DCA National in Harrisburg, PA with him, where he won the Time to Beat class. Agility is still one of my favorite things to do with him; he is so perceptive of where he needs to be and how we need to navigate to be successful on the course. Currently, he has 7 QQs

toward his PACH, and I hope to finish it in the coming years.

In 2020, his performance career stalled because of the pandemic. I thought it was the perfect time to get his conformation championship finished, and Jess supported me in sending him out with a hanlder who could devote the time to showing him. I am eternally grateful for that, as he was my first dog that finished while I owned them. He finished with a bang - a five-point major and Best of Winners in Canfield, OH. I am so grateful to Tara Hartman and her daughter Paige for presenting him to his finest.

In 2022, Robin and I attended Westminster together to make another memory I had always dreamed about.

That year, I also decided to try something new. Knowing Robin loved to play fetch, I joined up with the Long Island Disc Dogs group to see if I could translate that to frisbee. In that, I found his favorite sport of all time. The fact that he could combine his hobby with sports was a win-win, and Robin was the first Dachshund to register his Disc Dog Bronze title with the AKC. After Robin’s conformation championship was finished, we buckled down on Photo: Breanna Famoso working on his field championship. Jess and I divided this between us. Since she was out at more trials in western Pennsylvania, she would take him and run him for me, picking up placements and points along

the way. In April 2023, I took him to the DCNJ field trials in Hunlock Creek to try to get that elusive first place, as he had a habit of calling back high and then dropping in subsequent series. That Saturday, he was second out of twenty. I stayed overnight in the camper with Jess. She sent me out into the field on Sunday and she, Robin, and I mutually agreed to get it continued on next page...

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An Adventure it is continued from page 19 done. He was called back high and held it, and Jess informed me that I was not in fact going home early that day, but staying to run for Best Open and Absolute. He ran against two fabulous dogs, and I will never forget looking at the judge and having her point at me as she announced that he was Absolute. That win made him a third generation dual champion and second generation absolute winner.

Robin also loves earthdog, and is halfway to his Master Earthdog. Our property has woods that border the yard, and this year he has turned his love of earthdog into going down groundhog holes if we turn our backs. For me, there is nothing more beautiful than watching him hunt. One of my favorite memories is from a fall field trial. I watched him grab a scent line and follow it. Seeing him hop through the frosty grass as the sun rose brought tears to my eyes for the beauty and passion of this dog and this breed. I felt so lucky to be part of his life at that moment.

I am lucky to have Robin as the foundation for my own line. He has a wonderful temperament and great performance and hunting abilities. His personality and talent are really the whole package. At the end of 2021, Robin had the chance to pass on all the traits I love about him.

In February 2022, his first and only daughter, Sól (Reynard’s Midnight Sun at Lorica RN CGC), was born. She is another dog who I see so much potential in, and we are taking our time with her performance journey. She has been to a few conformation shows and has some points toward her championship already. She is a sweetheart, but also a spitfire. Her father’s daughter with a little extra spice thrown in for good measure.

Robin is starting his therapy dog career with Lehigh Valley Health Network and some of our local libraries this year. I took him for his first

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visit on July 11th, and he blew me away with his calm kindness working with nurses and patients.

It was a side of him I do not see at home, and I am excited to see where this next journey takes him.

I could probably spend pages hashing through Robin’s achievements. But the truth is, he is so much more than just a performance dog. He is an incredible family pet at home. He loves to sleep in bed with us, and wakes my husband up every morning by rubbing his face on his head. He enjoys playing with our wire girls, Sól and Tally. He loves to go paddleboarding, hiking, and running with me. Recently, he With Jessica Campbell at has discovered that DCA earthdog nationals he likes floating in the pool with us too.

At the end of the day, he loves to relax on the couch with us and binge watch whatever our current show is.

I would be remiss not to acknowledge the dogs that came before him and

first performance dog and best friend for so many years, he was Robin’s partner in crime.

Robin was probably more like his annoying little brother, but they loved each other’s company. I know that as much as we miss Chip and things are not the same for us, they are not the same for Robin either. My other standard smooth, Rosebud (CH Kochana’s Forever Young of Hacienda BN RA FDC NJP NFP SE SWN SCA THDN CGCA CGCU TKE ATT VHMA) is still with us at eleven, and she reigns as the matriarch and keeps the wires in check.

I have to give a special shout out to Jessica Campbell. For not only welcoming me at that field trial five years ago and giving me this wonderful dog, but also for being my best friend.

For not only talking dogs with me, but being there for me for life in the “real world” as well.

She is always game to kidnap my dogs when I can’t go to a show and help them progress. We have come to be recognized as Jess and Jess, which is honestly confusing sometimes, especially since we co-own my wires.

Dachshunds have been a part of my life since I was four years old, and as I get older they bring more and more wonderful people into my life.

Diane Poranski, who took a chance on a teenager looking for a performance dog and gave me the opportunity to own my first dog and light the fire. My trainers over the years. My mom, who bought me my first performance puppy all those years ago and supported me every step of the way. She continues to be the one who goes to shows with me. I have to give credit to my husband as well, who is ever supportive of my endeavors with the dogs. There are also the people I have met through field trials and conformation shows and performance events.

There are too many of you to name personally, but I appreciate you all.

Most of all, I appreciate my dogs. The ones who put in the work with me, who are here for me every day when I come home with their unconditional love. I love them more than I have words to describe. And I am so incredibly thankful for this special little dog named Robin. !

taught me all the skills I needed to make him successful. The timing of this opportunity to feature him hits hard, as I lost my first performance dog, Chip, on June 9, 2023 at the age of eleven. He was conformation pointed, field pointed Kochana’s Hot Chocolate of Hacienda CD BN RM RAE NAP NJP NFP CA DCAT SWN SEA SIA CGCA CGCU TKE ATT VHMA, and earned his DCA versatility certificate in 2022. Not only was he my

(CH Walmar’s Casanova ROMO X GCHB Champagne Von Links V Raab SL SWN SCA SIA SHDN

Goes BOV at the East Coast Dachshund Club Specialty.

Thank You Judge Celestine Gonzalez!

Handler Renee Rosamilla and Tean Valor

Bowie’s Adventures Continue:

BOV/Group 4: D’Arbonne Kennel Club, Judge Nicolas DeBedout • BOV/Group 4: D’ABedout Kennel Club, Judge Daniel M. Gilmour BOV: KC of Northern Mississippi, Judge Alfred Ferruggiaro • BOV: Greater Shelby Kennel Club, Judge Sulie Greendale-Paveza BOV: Citrus County Kennel Club, Judge Mr. Timothy Catteron (Saturday), Judge Mrs. Gloria Kerr (Sunday)

Breeders: Mary Ellen Byrne and Lucy Granowicz Sarasota, FL Dachshund Club of America Autumn 2023 21

ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES continued from page 14 Debby Krieg An example of the Rhodesian Ridgeback Website for the Pedigree Data base was shown. The committee for the Pedigree Data Base, comprised of Debby, Janet Schwalbe, Robert Schwalbe and Emi Pedraza, are still researching which platform and process for entering data will best work for DCA.

January 1st, 2022 through June 30th, 2023 Compiled by Robert Schwalbe

New Business: DCA 2024 Nationals: Janet Schwalbe The logo was unveiled. The nationals will be held at Purina Farms, May 17-25, 2024 National Specialty judges are: Longhairs: Sue Bennet from Australia Smooths: Debbie Melgreen from Illinois Wires: Robert Schwalbe from Georgia Sweeps Judges are: Longhairs: Kathy Lockyer Smooths: Walter Cunningham Wires: Emi Pedraza

Health and Welfare Committee: Denny Van Hook An in-depth report was given regarding how decisions are made to donate to organizations and what impact the research chosen directly related to dachshunds.

IVDD is the #1 health issue with dachshunds. Denny spoke about new research being done at Texas A & M which the foundation is donating to and a raffle at the 2023 nationals is dedicated to. The DCA Health and Welfare Foundation is setting a goal of donating $10,000 to this research.

Membership Survey: Georjan Bridger A reminder for a drawing for those who filled out the Membership Survey during the National.

Proposed DCA Bylaw Revisions The membership was mailed proposed changes. There was a call for comments.

There were none from the floor. There will be a ballot mailed to members within the next four months for a membership vote.

Call for New Business: None Move to adjourn with no objection at 10:56 AM ___________________________________

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DONORS Amazon Smiles Program Badger Dachshund Club Benevity Community Impact Fund Bollinger, Grant In Memory Of Pepper Stolp Broome, Bob & Mary In Memory Of VSchwalbes Wicked MW “Wickie” & VSchwalbes Jersey Boy MW “Andy” Brunner, Karen CAF America

Carrie Mehdi Foundation Central Ohio Dachshund Club Dachshund Club of America Dachshund Club of New Jersey Davis, Leslie Ellinger, Alex & Andrea Honor the Wonderful Gift of “Denver” Eltringham, Randy Fielding, Ashley In Honor of Betty Ann Green

SUMMARY OF DONATIONS

BY CATEGORY Amount Amazon Smiles Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .$903.12 Benevity Community Impact Fund . . . . .$214.63 CAF America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$27.64 Carrie Mehdi Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . .$100.00 Dachshund Club of America . . . . . . . . .$4,400.70 Local Dachshund Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,589.00 Donations from Individuals . . . . . . . . . .$9,197.24 Network for Good . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$738.67 Total Donations: 1/1/22 - 6/30/23 . . .$17,171.00 Funds on Hand Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9,694.95 Money Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$45,013.67 Total Funds on Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . .$54,708.62

Johnson, Kathy Jordan, Sharon-Smith Kleiman, Terry Krieg, Deborah Louisville Dachshund Club Metropolitan Washington Dachshund Club Network For Good Nies, Shawn Peat, David Power, Kimberly Reed, Pam In Honor of CH Turning Pt Macphail Eye Candy SS “Cuvee” Richmond, Lexa Riemer, Brenda Romano, Steve & Deborah In Memory of Princess Bryde Schwalbe, Robert & Janet In Memory of GCHB CH VSchwalbes Last Romance MW “Romeo” Simmons, Lorraine Swanstrom, Bonnie Lee Taylor, Christine Zook, Brenda

January 19, 2024 FGCDC Specialty Show Judge: Mr. John Wade

Florida Classic Park, Brooksville, Florida

January 19, 2024 All Breed Show Judge: Peggy Gutierrez-Otero January 20, 2024 FGCDC Specialty Show Judge: Mrs. Patricia Trotter Sweepstakes Judge: Mr. Ken McFarlane January 20, 2024 All Breed Show Judge: Ms. Joy Brewster Entries close: Wednesday, January 3, 2024 For additional information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent mbf@infodog.com • 336-379-9352 www.fgcdachshundclub.com Dachshund Club of America Autumn 2023 23

REMEMBER! Only those results sent in to the DCA Website Specialty Results Submissions OR directly to the editor via e-mail will be published in the newsletter.

Submit your results to: http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org/ specialty-result-submission/ •RESULTS ARE PUBLISHED AS SUBMITTED•

Dachshund Fanciers Association of Berks County March 18, 2023 Sweepstakes Judge: David Fitzpatrick Sweepstakes Entry Numbers: Longhair 6, Smooth 4, Wirehair 6 Sweepstakes Best of Variety (Longhair) Old Hanover’s Greta von Goblin Of Doxhollow ML Kate Black Sweepstakes Best of Variety (Smooth) Bedrocs Livin’ Life In The Fast Lane Robin Matthews Sweepstakes Best of Variety (Wirehair) Millenia Cause You’re So Vain Diane & Kurt Miller Sweepstakes Best of Opposite Sex (Wirehair) Friedox Highway 2 The Danger Zone MW June Cohron DVM & Judith Bienvenu

Breed Judge: Celeste M. Gonzalez Total Entry Numbers Longhair 29, Smooth 18, Wirehair 27 LONGHAIR WD Altadach Bachelors Button Tatyana Godin RWD Bacchanal’s Blake of Mendelstar MLC Terry Mendel WB/BOW FC Hoppledach’s Jewel American Monica Galley RWB Niagara The Best Is Yet To Come ML Julie Beckwith BOV GCHB Stonybrook’s Prosecution Informant V JBS Leoralees Ted & Barbara Durvin BOS Kenmar’s Eye Of The Storm Whitney Labounty SELD CH Barefoot Christmas At Fenwyck Susan Patterson SMOOTH Brokmor’s Dream Warrior Sharleen Berloffa WB/BOW Yoshi-Daeh’s Remember Me At Majesdach’s Karen Bronson RWB Ceekat’s Sweet Tiramasu @ Our Gang MS WD

Kathy R. Kline GCHB Sandwood Spy Master Nancy L. Dougherty BOS Flatford Symphony V Camelot Richard W. Powell SELD CH Ceekat’s Black Licorice Twist @ Our Gang Kathy R. Kline SELB GCH Lucene’s Worth The Wait V McCardison Cynthia Upton BOV

WIREHAIR Tarlyn’s Make It Rain MW Tara Krieger RWD Born To Be Nice Vitoraz Diane & Kurt Miller WB/BOW Tarlyn’s Lays It On’th Line W Duffy MW Tara Hartman RWB Laurjosh’s For Your Eyes Only MW Katherine Black BOV GCHB Stoaway Dollidachs I’ll Put A Spell On You W Dianne Kostic BOS Usonia’s Jeremiah Was A Bullfrog V Lowdown Barbara Heuman SELB CH Ceekat’s She’s The One That I Want @ OurGang Kathy R. Kline _________________________________ WD

One SL Margaret E. Peat, Thomas Sikora, Rachel Vitorelo SELB Endachs Butter Tart Tina Gibson SMOOTH WD/BOW FC OC’s Flying Jeep MS NE RI FDC CGCA TKP Chris Miesner & Denise Miesner & Robin LaFrance WB Baldox Red Light Special MS Shelly Baldwin RWB OC’S Cappuccino After A Hurricane At Sunrise-Xo MS Valerio Hernandez & Patricia Guthrie & Robin LaFrance BOV GCHP Tudorglen V Brendackel Schwarzwalder Kischtorte MS Terry Carr-Hall & Brenda F Gardner BOS GCH Platinums Cheshire CatNow Thats The Cats Pajamas Amy Cotteleer, Reilly Matelski SELD DC OC’s Pristine Silver Snow Storm MSD SE CA RATN CGC Robin LaFrance SELB GCH DC Passport I Can Buy My Own Drinks SS JE BCAT RATN TKN Catherine Walker & Eric Walker WIREHAIR Hundeleben Tie ‘Em In A Knot MW Tammy Rose & Ehrling Rose RWB Hundeleben A-Peel-Ing MW Jeane Haverick & Kaileigh Gonzalez & Carlos J. Puig WB/BOW Kadell’s Etched From Magic Dust W Laura Reynolds & Catlin Cahill & James Cahill RWB Tievoli Come Upn C Me Sometime V Doxieville-MW Sharon Ehr & Donna StarrGimeno BOV GCHG DC Kadell’s OK Handsome Not Pretty W BCAT CGC Dr. Cheryl Rueckert & Melissa Heyman BOS J-Walk’s In The Nick Of Time SW Judy Walker & Shirley Del Castillo SELD GCHB Willowood-Sandale No Food After Midnight V Mavro Edie Proios SELB CH Von Oldenburg’s Sweet Talkin Girl Julie Inglis & Jody Inglis WD

Midwest Dachshund Club May 27, 2023 Breed Judge Mr. Jon Titus Steele Total Entry Numbers Longhair 24, Smooth 11, Wirehair 15 LONGHAIR FC Jarbsy’s Brother I’m Never A Fairytale CGC JE Chris Moore & Sandy Arnold RWD Soco’s Evajoe Let’s Dance Ml Deanna Malmstrom WB/BOW Avignon’s I Make You Itch ML I & A Munoz RWB OC’S Lil MS Independent Fruitful Land ML Jeane Haverick, Kaileigh Gonzalez, Carlos J. Puig BOV GCHG Hunderbar Hundeleben Druid’s Fluid SL Christine Taylor & Carlos J Puig BOS CH Topaz Von Links V Raab SL Sandy Arnold SELD GCH Pramada Koradox Only WD

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Dachshund Fanciers of Central Virginia June 24, 2023 Breed Judge: Mrs. Anne M. Schmidt Total Entry Numbers: 87 39 Longhair, 25 Smooth, 23 Wirehair LONGHAIR WD/BOW Sleepytime’s Never Too Late ML Susan Jones RWD Briardach’s Midnight Believer Lauren Warner Morano & Paul Martin & Monika Martin WB/BOS Primar Belgate’s Smooth Sailing ML Rebecca Kovarik RWB Sleepytime’s Always The Star ML Susan Jones BOV GCH Harewood Royall T Son Of A Biscuit SL Madeline & Adam Peterson & Lynn Tyler SELD CH Jarbsy’s Side Hustl Sandy Arnold, S. Tremblay SELB GCH Granvalero’s Godness Of The Sun SL Thomas Jares & Jennifer Smith & Judee Valero SMOOTH Dubline Creek Makin’Em Salty At Fairdachs Jennifer Fairchild & Susan O’Reilly & Katie Faye RWD Hildisvin Wardig Runnin’ On Red Bull @ Tuningpt SS Randy Eltringham & Denise Siemssen WB/BOW Joy-Dens Soul Serenades SS Dianne Graham RWB Hashtag Luisa Kim Kwiatkowski & Henmino Perich BOV GCH Turningpt Inconceivable Dr. Randy Eltringham & Denise Siemssen BOS GCHB Turningpt Max’in K’s On Scherz Day WD

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GCH Briardach’s Uncle Sam X CH Landd Party of One

Photo by Best Dogs in Motion Andra O’Connell

Celebrating 25 Titles spread across Conformation, Field, Obedience, Rally, Agility, Scentwork, Canine Good Citizen, Trick Dog and Fit Dog

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PLEASE JOIN US! Dachshund Fanciers Association of Berks County Designated Specialty with Sweepstakes - November 18, 2023 and

Metropolitan Baltimore Dachshund Club Designated Specialty with Sweepstakes - November 19, 2023 in conjunction with The Kennel Club of Philadelphia and National Dog Show Oaks, Pennsylvania Puppy and Veteran Sweepstakes Cash Prizes, Rosettes and Trophies.

JUDGES Saturday, November 18 – Mr. Alfred J. Ferruggiaro Sweepstakes – Mrs. Cindy Upton Sunday, November 19 – Mr. John Mayhall Sweepstakes – Ms. Marie Hamaker

Our specialties are held in a separate room with just three specialty rings.

ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 with MBF-INC.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!

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Best of Breed - Louisville Dachshund Club Judge Jane Fowler Other exciting wins, Thank you!

BOS to BOV - Dallas Fort Worth DC, Judge Mrs. Lynne Allen AOM - DCA, Judge Mrs. Diane Graham BOV - Central Ohio Dachshund Club Designated Specialties, Judges Robert Robinson and Diedre Petrie

BOV

at the Western Pennsylvania Dach shund Club Specialty Thank you Judge Diane Graham!

Owner/Breeder Cindy & John Niles Robinwood Wires@yahoo.com 740-815-2631 Handled by Kim Haupt

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Thank you to Teddy Moritz for sending this 1955 magazine to me for publication in the newsletter. Not only historical, but it’s so interesting.

I included the ads...how times have changed!

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Dr. Randy Eltrinham & Denise Siemssen SELD GCHS Turningpt Tony Two Bags First Knock Of The Night Margaret H. Ricks & r. Randy Eltringham SELB GCH CH DC Passport I Can Buy My Own Drinks SS JE BCAT RATO TKN Catherine Whitney Walker & Eric Walker WIREHAIR Freestyle Fanatic Don’t Stop Believing MW Chen Chen RWD Brazosski Lance Air At Rivendell Kellie Willams & Diane Rockwell WB/BOW Jeric’s Annie Get Your Gun W Lynn Cope RWB Alegna-Barala Off We Go MW Angela LLoyd & Alan Bower & V. Barajas & C. Alcorn BOV GCH Alegna’s What It Is Now MN Chris Vining & Paul Vining & Angie Lloyd & Tete Nevarez BOS GCHS Harewood Swipe Right V Raydachs SW Adam & Madeline Peterson & Gretchen Jungermann SELD GCHG CH Willowood-Sandale Get This Show On The Road Dale Tarbox & Donna Maloney SELB CH Jeric’s Seasons In The Sun W Lynn Cope WD

Madeline & Adam Peterson & Lynn Tyler SELD CH Telkel Never Gonna Let You Down SL Kim Kwiatkowski SELB CH Labrosa’s Crewe of K.A.O.S. SL Lana & Rebecca Kovarik SMOOTH WD/BOW Dubline Creek Makin’Em Salty At Fairdachs Jennifer Fairchild & Susan O’Reilly & Katie Faye RWD Hildisvin Wardig Runnin’ On Red Bull @ Tuningpt SS Randy Eltringham & Denise Siemssen WB Speechless Bewitched Bothered & Bewildered Cathy Kelly & Paul Kelly RWB Wheeler’s Feisty Firecracker MS Karen Wheeler Gray BOV GCHB Turningpt Max’In K’s On Scherz Day Dr. Randy Eltringham & Denise Siemssen

GCH Alegna’s What It Is Now MW BOS to GCHB Turningpt Max’In K’s On BOB Scherz Day ________________________________

Breed Judge: Mrs. Polly D. Smith Total Entry Numbers: 83 35 Longhair, 25 Smooth, 23 Wirehair LONGHAIR Dikerdachs Horatio Valerie T. Diker RWD Wildwynn Mingee’s Just Around The Bend Christina Mingee WB/BOW Jarbsy’s Wild Card V Hiroad Sandy Arnold RWB Kenmar’s Freeze The Day Marianne McCullough BOV GCH Granvalero’s Godess Of The Sun SL Thomas Jares & Jennifer Smith & Judee Valero BOS GCH Harewood Royall T Son Of A Biscuit SL WD

Willowood-Sandale Strawberry Shortcake Dale Tarbox & Donna Maloney BOV GCH CH Alegna’s What It Is Now MW Chris Vining & Paul Vining & Angie Lloyd & Tete Nevarex BOS GCH Jeric’s Seasons In The Sun W Lynn Cope SELD GCHG Willowood-Sandale Get This Show On The Road Dale Tarbox & Donna Maloney SELB GCHS Harewood Swipe Right V Raydachs SW Adam & Madeline Peterson & Gretchen Jungermann _________________________________

Houston Dachshund Club July 19, 2023 Sweepstakes Judge: Alisa Brotherhood Sweepstakes Entry Numbers: 1 Longhair, 1 Smooth, 2 Wirehair Sweepstakes Best of Variety (Longhair) Hoppledach Fable’s Charlie.S Sexy Angel Crystal Sims & Pamala J. Hopkins Sweepstakes Best of Variety (Wirehair) Epiphany’s It Could Be It Might Be It Is! MW Ashley Dodd Best in Sweepstakes Epiphany’s It Could Be It Might Be It Is! MW Breed Judge Ms. Elizabeth Muthard Total Entry Numbers 12 Longhair, 16 Smooth, 13 Wirehair

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LONGHAIR Littl Fut Invisible Kiss Ashley Myers RWD Mtn To Sea Perfection Through Silence SL Jessica Nelson & Dionne Zick Reep WB/BOW Dorae’s Queen Of Hearts V Corrbelle Steven Garza & Nancy Colson RWB Solo-Karavel’s Throwbackthursday SL Kimberly Vidrine, Paula Carter, Karen Murray BOV GCH Walmar-Solo’s MPH SL Kathleen Coleman & Dave Fulenwider & Kim Vidrine BOS CH Dorae’s Absolutely V Corrbelle ML Nancy Colson and Steven Garza WD

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GCHS Turningpt Tony Two Bags First Knock Of The Night Margaret H. Ricks & Dr. Randy Eltringham SELD GCH Turningpt Inconceivable Dr. Randy Eltringham & Denise Siemssen SELB GCH Speechless You Wish You Had Me At Birch Hill Kimberly Kwiatkowski Wirehair WD/BOW FC Lorica’s Escamillo At Doxwood CGC TXN Pam & Mark Mechler RWD Friedox Black Tie Optional MW At Tournesol Linda & Mie Holland & Barbara J. Friedman WB Alegna’s Clever Endeaor MW Angela Lloyd & Alan Bower & V. Barajas & C. Alcorn

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Metropolitan Washington Dachshund Club July 25, 2023 Breed Judge: Janet M. Schwalbe Total Entry Numbers Smooth 21, Wirehair 24, Longhair 34 LONGHAIR WD/BOW Briardach’s Midnight Believer Lauren Warner Marano & Paul Martin & Monika Martin RWD Stardust Just One More @ Sunlight Phyllis Meseroll & Micael Northstein WB Kenmar’s Freeze The Day Marianne McCullough RWB PriMar Belgate’s Smooth Sailing ML Rebecca Kovarik BOV GCHB Galewinns Dream Come True @Sandachs MLD Rebecca Kovarik, Bobby Sandoval, Pam & Shea Gale BOS CH Granvalero’s Godess Of The Sun SL Thomas Jares & Jennifer Smith & Judee Valero SELD CH Dachaven Mavericks Dream Catcher

Alan James SELB CH Baybreeze Mind Eraser ML Cassandra Vargas & Angie Loyd & Maricio Vargus SMOOTH Dublin Creek Makin’ Em Salty At Fairdachs Jennifer Fairchild & Susan O’Reilly & Katie Faye RWD Hildisvin Wurdig Runnin’ On Red Bull @ TurningPt SS Denise Siemessen, Dr. Randy Eltringham WB/BOW Speechless Bewitched Bothered & Bewildered Kathy Kelly & Paul Kelly RWB Hashtag Luisa Kim Kwiatkowski & Hermino Perich BOV CH TurningPt Inconceivable Dr. Randy Eltringham & Denise Siemssen BOS Passport I Can Buy My Own Drinks SS Catherine Whitney Walker & Eric Walker SELD Imperator Caesar Marcus Aureilius Augustus Harley Tomey & John Hoy SELB GCH TurningPt Max’In K’s On Scherz Day Dr. Randy Eltringham & Denise Siemssen WD

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If you are not a hound person, it may be hard to understand, but this says it all…

A basic understanding: Regarding your hound dog that I think most people miss.

Hounds do not believe that they need you.

You are a convenience - like a favorite coffee cup or a favorite pair of shoes. If the cup is broken or the shoes are lost, we can get along just fine.

Let me explain: Other dogs like Labs, Shepherds, herding breeds, and a host of others, are bred to work WITH man; neither can do their work without the other Even the worst behaved Lab cares when mom and dad are annoyed. It is in their DNA to make man happy.

Hounds...not so much.

Hounds have been bred to be taken out to the edge of the woods or field and be let loose to go out and do what they do with NO INSTRUCTION from the hunter or handler.

They go out and do their thing, all on their own.

They make their own decisions and do their own work. And when that work is done and they have found their quarry, they command/call the hunter to come to them with those beautiful voices. (Who is working for whom in that scenario?)

Do you see how your hound thinks differently?

Life with a Hound is far more like having a spouse than a dog. It is far more of a "cooperative effort" with all the give and take that implies. Hounds are not going to do what you say just because you have said it. You are secondary to their desire. There has to be something in it for them. There has to be a trade off. If there is no reward or benefit for the

Hound, the Hound cares little what you are asking him/her to do. People incorrectly refer to this as being stubborn - or worse, stupid. Hounds are actually neither of those things - they are just independent and cunning. They prioritize things differently than do other breeds. They prioritize differently and *you* are not always their priority.

This is EXACTLY AS THEY SHOULD BE. They were bred to be this way. It is all necessary to be a Houndy Dawg.

When working with a Hound you have to always be thinking: How do I make myself the priority?

What do I have to give this dog to make me more important than what it smells - or wants? (and do not expect that anything will ever be 100% successful every time - always be looking for your Hound to act like a Hound.)

We humans always think we are in charge of things. We think that we are top of the chain, the head honchos ... and we naturally approach training our dogs and living with our dogs this way - as though we are in charge.

Your Hound doesn't see it that way.

Your Hound - at best - sees you as a family member or as a sibling (if you are very fortunate - as a parent). Do you walk into your sister or brother's house, start barking orders and they hop to?

Mostly your Hound sees you as a good friend. And what do we do with our friends? When a friend does something for us, we return those favors. There is give and take. When a friendship is out of balance - when one friend takes and takes but does not give - the friendship suffers. It is okay for one friend to be the strong friend - the dominant friend in the partnership – but it is *always* a partnership.

Hounds are happiest when their humans are humble.

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by Brenda A. Riemer The National Obedience Championship took place June 18th and 19th in Ohio. The top teams from every breed were invited to participate, and this year, our Dachshund representative was Betsy Fortman and Fonzie. Betsy has had wonderful success with her Dachshunds, including earning the first DCA triathlon in Portland (2001), Master Earthdog (4 dogs), 2 UDs, 3 TDX’s, and one CT. Betsy has also been successful in agility with her dogs. But this article is about Fonzie, and here are Betsy’s words about Fonzie and her NOC experience.

“In 2009 I had 3 Dachshunds, a 15 year old, an eleven year old, and a 3 year old. Then, suddenly, I only had two, losing the 11-year-old to hemangiosarcoma. Earlier in the year the 15year-old had been diagnosed with kidney disease and I couldn’t bear the thought of my 3-year-old not having any dog companions. Luckily a local breeder had a litter of mini-longs and I was able to get one – Fonzie.

He quickly earned his TD at 7 months of age.

A few years later he got his TDX. He easily earned his CD, but his CDX was much more difficult. He would walk in the ring with me, evaluate the situation and say “no food? OK, I quit”. So I quit rewarding him while training an

exercise and would jackpot him away from the training. All he got were verbal rewards (love).

This method became “the love diet” because Fonzie’s only reward for doing an exercise was praise. It worked! He went on to earn his CDX and UD with nice scores. But, at the same time he was doing earthdog, which he loved, and I think the excitement of earthdog barking carried over into the obedience ring. It wasn’t fun to show him and worry about his barking, so we quit showing for a while, although we continued classes. After he got his ME, I quit earthdog with him and later tried to see how he would do in the obedience ring again. Amazingly the barking was gone and he mostly enjoyed showing.

In 2019 he earned an OTCh point which in Dachshunds can mean an invitation to the National Obedience Championship (NOC). And we did get invited. But the event was to be in 2020 which was cancelled due to Covid. It did get rescheduled for the Royal Canin sponsored National Championship in Florida in December, but we couldn’t go.

I thought my chance to participate in the NOC was done. Fonzie was born June 18, 2009 and I didn’t want to push him. But I did continue to show him occasionally. In November of 2022 I entered him in a local show (he was 13.5yo) and, amazingly, he got another potentially qualifying

point. We did get invited and so we made the trip from Seattle to Wilmington, Ohio. Fonzie was not at his finest, performance wise, but we were there and we made it to each one of the 8 rings.

We hung around to see who made it into the top 50. They also awarded ribbons to the top 5 in each group. What a surprise when Fonzie’s number was called for the hound group. We came home with a 2nd place ribbon. BUT – I have to say that there were only 2 hounds entered.

The NOC requires a lot of stamina on the part of both the dog and handler. On Sunday we started at 7:30 and didn’t finish until late in the afternoon. We didn’t qualify for Monday but we did go back to watch the top dogs. It was a tense environment with all the fantastic dogs vying for the win. Maybe my 2.5-year-old will do well enough for another trip. Fonzie is now retired from obedience.”

Congratulations to Betsy and Fonzie for making the trip and representing our breed.

The NOC is a special event, and it’s wonderful that this team was able to experience it and have both Fonzie’s birthday party and his retirement there.!

Rally National Championship and the National Obedience Championship

by Brenda A. Riemer

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hat an amazing week-end for rally and obedience participants and fans. On Friday, July 16, the week-end kicked off with the Rally National Championship (RNC), and on Sunday July 18, the National Obedience Championship (NOC) began. It’s time to salute the Dachshund teams who participated! But first, a short explanation about each event.

The RNC consists of all the different rally levels, plus the championship level.

Teams who qualified in novice, intermediate, advanced, excellent, and master competed in their classes, plus an individual could enter the championship class if they had earned an RAE during the eligibility period. This year, the RNC was a two day event for the first time, and teams in all classes except the Championship class showed 3 times over the two days. The Championship class showed 6 times. This event is quite similar to the Obedience Classic that takes place in December. This year, no Dachshunds competed in the Excellent and Championship classes.

The top obedience dogs of each breed are invited to the NOC. All the dogs invited either have points towards their OTCH or have an OTCH (obedience trial

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championship). The format of this is unlike any show. There are 8 rings, and each ring and 2 or 3 exercises from the open and/or the utility class. There were 160 teams. After day 1, the top 50 teams are announced and show on Sunday. Sunday morning the top 50 start over (score wise), and before lunch the top 20 are announced. The top 20 teams then compete after lunch for the placements. On Sunday, one nq on an exercise effectively puts an team out of the running. On Sunday many people have someone to help, as there is no time to go back to your crate between rings. It is not only an event for the exceptional obedience skills a team has, but also of mental and physical endurance.

Here are the Dachshund teams who competed this year. Congratulations to everyone. No matter the placement, you were there to have the time of your life!

Held the 3rd week in July at the HOUSTON WORLD SERIES OF DOG SHOWS, thank you Nancy Colson for the pix!

National Rally Championship (placements in parentheses): Rally Novice Pwrdox Pink Lady MLB & Virginia Brophy (112nd) Livewire’s Missing Link & Joanna Loden (146th) Sweet and Saur & Hayley Selego (147th) Rally Intermediate Itzy Elizabeth & Sarah Moses (49th) Rally Advanced Bluescreeks Autumns Kiss & Michelle Jewell (61st) Jeric’s Mister Lincoln W & Michelle Berlot (65th)

National Obedience Championship: The Fonz of Wyndox ML & Betsy Fortman: 2nd in the Hound Group! (139th) Thank you, Michelle Jewell for this photo from the RNC!

Over 600 dogs competed at the 2023 AKC Rally National Championship (RNC) at the Roberts Center in Wilmington, Ohio, but only one dog was crowned the National Champion.

Border Collie “Zayne” RNC TC OTCH10 AGCH MACH5 PACH RACH Norwood Color Me Zayne UDX10 OGM RM4 RAE3 HSAd HSBd MXC PDS PAX MFG TQX T2B5, handled

by Kimberly Berkley of Caseyville, Illinois, took home the crown after a 22-hour packed weekend of competition on June 16 and 17.

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Dachshunds qualifying for the AKC Obedience Classic Orlando, FL 2023 Submitted by Trudy Kawami

Novice GCH DC Microdox One Moment In Time MW CD BN RI Karen Schwindt CA Reynard’s Salix Brooke CD BN RE NJP SE CGC TKI Trudy Kawami*/Richard Reynolds NY GCH DC Nicanna’s Paper Moon SL CD BN RA SE CAA FCAT RATS CGCA CGCU TKI Catherine W. Walker/Eric Walker/Cheri White IL GCH Kinderteckel’s Hollywood Handsome CD PCD BN RE BCAT Andrea Baltes* WI GCHB DC Shadow Ridges Border Bandit Poncho V SW CD BN RN TD CGC TKN Karen L. Vallo WA FC SWS Cherry Blossoms In Tokyo CD FDC JE CA FCAT SWN SCA SIA RATS TKP ATT Stacy Barton PA Short Shadows Dollidachs Don’t Tread On Me CD BN RI NA NAJ BCAT CGC Leslie Tenor WI Mayapple Anne Bonny CD PCD BN Gloria D. Oravec/Kim Haupt OH R Naught V Ruger CD BN TD SIN SEN SBN Betsy Fortman*/Dawn Renee Watters WA GCH Hathor Farm’s Wait For It! At Laci Mw CD PCD BN RE FDC CGCA CGCU Cindi S. Todd*/Dr. Jean M. Dieden* TX

Preferred Novice Mayapple Anne Bonny CD PCD BN Gloria D. Oravec/Kim Haupt OH CH Tarlyn’s Emperor Fillip MS CD PCD BN RA FDC FCAT SWN THDN CGCA CGCU TKI ATT BN V CD V FIT Kim Seipel/Tara Hartman*/Sandra Krieger*/Paige Hartman* NJ GCH CH Hathor Farm’s Wait For It! At Laci Mw CD PCD BN RE FDC CGCA CGCU Cindi S Todd*/Dr. Jean M Dieden* TX

Utility TC Hathor Farm’s Lucknow My Chanel MW VCD4 OM1 VER RE TDU NA NAJ NF JE BCAT SWN Stephany Monteleone* LA Kleinhunde Northern Rhapsody UD BN GN GO RA CGC Mary Bohach* IA Dominos I'M A Pretty Big Dill Mwcp UD RE Annette Sizemore/Sarah Saddoris SC

Masters OTCH D’Parks Camo Glam Gabriella Msd UDX3 OM5 Rebecca Jagusch* NV * DCA member

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A New Niche for the Small Ones

by Teddy Moritz

Miniature Dachshunds have for a number of years become the hunting companions of hawks and their falconers. Many sportsmen and sportswomen who pursue small game with trained raptors have found the worth of these smallest of dachshunds. The dogs are valued not only as excellent small game hunters but also as household pets. When not hunting, the dachshund fits in well with the family, turning off the hunting desire. Pheasants, quail, squirrel and especially rabbits are the mainstay of American falconry. Across the United States and in Canada Miniature Dachshunds are one of the favored hunting dogs for small game. All coats are used although the longhaired has become preferred for colder areas. The hawks soon learn the dog is no threat to them and once they see the little hound flushing game out of reeds, briars and other types of very thick cover, they learn to watch the dog, knowing their hunting partner will help them get a meal.

Now another niche as opened for our predatory dogs. Bred to hunt in the land of their origin, Miniature Dachshunds are expressing this nature by having the fast-paced thrill of rat hunting.

Though the sport is outdoors it is not a sport of the woods or fields but rather of night time alleys in cities. The news is always telling of rat infestations in cities, with photos of these rodents running along a sidewalk or slithering out of garbage cans. An animal with few if any friends, the rat is a challenging quarry.

Traditionally terrier breeds are thought to be the standard type of ratting dog, and indeed they are good at grabbing and shaking a rat.

Terriers have strong jaws and can do away with a rat in seconds. However, in hunting rats in alleys the rats must be made available to the terriers and lurcher. Alleys, especially those behind restaurants, tend to be full of garbage cans, dumpsters, old cooking equipment, storage

areas, etc. In the older cities the brickwork of the buildings is often broken, allowing rats access to the food storage areas as well as providing hiding places.

Rats will climb up the side of rough concrete walls and will scamper up electrical wires like a squirrel. They fit very well into this environment and reproduce rapidly.

The standard method of ridding an area of rats is to put out poison in specially designed bait boxes. The box has small openings allowing only rats and mice to enter. Inside the box is rat poison, usually in a small brick shape or as pellets. A rat has to eat the poison several times and may take three or four days to die. Being survivors and clever, once a local rat

sporting quarry. They are a mixed group made up of anyone who has a dog which will kill rats and which will get along with other dogs. Terrier breeds are the usual "pack" used. Patterdales, Jack Russells, Jagd Terriers, Cairns, etc. are all seen in the back alleys with their handlers.

Now another niche as opened for our predatory dogs. Bred to hunt in the land of their origin, Miniature Dachshunds are expressing this nature by having the fast-paced thrill of rat hunting. dies of the poison, the other rats avoid the boxes.

Though as the bait disappears the rats actually will build secure nests inside the boxes.

It's easy to say sanitation is the key to ridding an area of rats, and it's true. But garbage often ends up in open containers, in plastic bags or simply dropped on the pavement. Keeping city alleys clean of garbage is a near impossible job.

In step the people who see the rat as a

Recently lurchers have been added to the pack.

Of sighthound parentage, the lurcher is usually a bit bigger than a whippet but is very fast on its feet, catching fleeing rats before the other dogs get a chance. These groups and their dogs hunt the alleys late at night when the rats are most active.

There's a new kid on the block now. After attending several hunts the Miniature continued on next page...

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one of his dachshunds, was hooked and has been back to DC several times. The terrier folk respect Aaron and his rat handling abilities, and they are impressed by his dogs' desire to find and bolt and dispatch rats. Aaron invited falconer Harrison Dalby of Maryland to join the ratting.

Harrison had recently acquired a Miniature Long Haired Dachshund and had used the dog for hawking that winter. He was impressed by the dog's strong hunting desire and was keen to try him on rats. Harrison's first experience in alley ratting showed him the worth of his dachshund in a new arena. The third falconer to try city ratting was Casey Everett of New York. Casey is a gung-ho falconer and very dedicated to

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There's a new kid on the block now. After attending several hunts the Miniature Dachshund has become an integral part of the rat hunting pack. hunting. His Miniature Long Haired Dachshund worked hard all winter getting up game for Casey's hawks. She took to ratting immediately and she and Casey had a grand time ratting.

These falconers could see the part all three types of dogs made in ratting. The greyhoundsized lurcher was the fastest to catch the running rats, dispatching them with ease. The terriers grabbed what rats they could and were useful for flushing rats from dumpsters or garbage cans. Their owners just dropped the dog into the dumpsters and out came the rats to the waiting pack. The dachshunds scooted under the dumpsters and through the junk piles, smelling for and finding rats. Sometimes the dachshunds

Dachshund has become an integral part of the rat hunting pack. At first the terrier owners couldn't believe the little hounds could have a use in the rat hunt. They aren't as fast as either the lurcher or the terriers. Rats can run up to eight miles an hour so the catches are done in sprints. Not the usual world of the short-legged dachshund. But, and a very big but, these gamey little dogs can more easily fit under dumpsters, garbage bins, piles of junk, under storage shelves, etc. They use their noses to find the hiding rat then either grab it or make it bolt to the bigger dogs out in the open alley. Many times the terriers will race past a hiding spot where a rat is sheltering but the good nose of the dachshund, plus its slower pace, allows the rat to be found and bolted. The action is fast paced and more rats get away than are caught, which means there will be more opportunities the next time.

Three falconers have discovered this summer

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use of their Miniature Dachshunds. Winter is for small game hawking, summer, when the dog is usually being a pet and little else, now can take part in the job of cleaning rats out of alleys, or at least trying to reduce the number of rodents. Falconer Aaron Kincaid of North Carolina had been reading rat hunting books by the English author Brian Plummer. Aaron had had some experience with rats when they invaded his property. His Miniature Long Haired Dachshunds went crazy trying to catch the rats. Aaron helped them along by lifting rat hiding places like boards, boxes, etc. Soon the rats were gone. Then Aaron heard about ratting in Washington, DC and asked to join a hunt. He went once, taking just

couldn't finish off a rat as quickly as the more powerful terriers and lurcher, but they always tried. Total efficient teamwork was the result.

After seeing the dachshund work rats, the owner of the lurcher and several terrier guys now want to add a dachshund to their pack. Ratting has become a new niche for our Miniature Dachshunds, one they really like.!

by Ava Hata

If you actively show dogs, I’d bet you’ve heard someone say something along the lines of, “Our sport is dying and we need to support our junior handlers!”

Though this is a valid point, the amount of complaints heard fair outweighs the number of solutions proposed to help solve these issues.

Recently, I’ve seen some clubs take incredible action and I wanted to share their brilliant ideas here with the D.C.A. membership to possibly incorporate at their own events.

As many of you know, a recent AKC ruling allows junior handlers to show dogs they don’t own in junior showmanship. Even with this rule change, lots of kids are struggling to find dogs to show or they simply aren’t sure who, how, or when to reach out appropriately to fellow fanciers.

I’m proud to say I was recently on Facebook when I saw a Dachshund person finding a solution to this issue. Selena Howard posted on behalf of the Hoosier Dachshund Club with a fabulous idea. She began asking Dachshund breeders and owners if they had any dogs they’d allow juniors to show in showmanship classes at the Hoosier specialties. Dogs that were made available would then be organized and offered to kids who want to compete at the specialties. Not only does this draw more junior showmanship entries, but it also sheds an amazing light on our breed community! I loved this idea and hope to see other specialty clubs apply it as it gives juniors the ability to connect with mentors or simply meet new friends at the dog show.

But some clubs struggle to find interested juniors despite holding junior handling classes, free grooming seminars, or show tack/clothes giveaways. I didn’t know how to answer the same pressing question that kept coming up time and time again…

“Where do we find interested kids?”

A few months ago, I had the pleasure of judging our local 4-H chapter’s recent handling match.There was an entry of around 12 kids and, for many of them, it was their first time showing a dog ever! Many of the participating 4-H juniors stayed, asked questions, practiced, and ultimately helped me as I walked away with some muchneeded insight. For some reason, I saw that the 4-H kids were much more receptive to help than some of the AKC crowds had been. I’m excited to

announce that because of this experience, the local 4H clubs in Southern California will be invited to our local kennel club’s show. With lots of help, we will provide everything from handling classes to dogs for the kids to give them the opportunity to learn, enjoy, and compete in AKC junior showmanship.

I’m hoping that by bridging the gap between 4-H and AKC, there can be more opportunities made available to kids who want to compete in AKC showmanship classes and in turn allow clubs to benefit from the engagement juniors bring to an all-breed or speciality show.

Everyone must remember that we not only have to draw new generations into the show scene but also teach them how to become the handlers, breeders, and judges of the future! I am proud to say that lots of these efforts are headed by Dachshund Club of America members and friends.

Let’s not stop now…

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“FAST DACHSHUND”?

NOT IN FAST CAT! IS THAT AN OXYMORON?

by Karen R. Scheiner

There is definitely no limit to what a dachshund can do! You are standing at the finish line, and here comes your dachshund. He’s running at top speed, ears back, eyes focused, sprinting toward you over the grass! He’s in top form and he is moving faster than ever! How fast is he running? You no longer have to wonder. Fast CAT® – which stands for Coursing Ability Test – is a timed, straight line, 100-yard dash. The dogs run one at a time, chasing a white lure on a motorized line. You, the owner, can stand at the end of the line (“finish line”), so your dog gets a clear sight of you. Even if he is not particularly interested in the lure, your presence will likely provide the inspiration he needs for a very fast run. Although this is a relatively new sport, its popularity has spread like wildfire. According to one AKC official, “The Fast CAT® provides a terrific opportunity to introduce new participants to the world of AKC sports as one of the few events where all that is needed to compete is a dog’s natural instincts.”

Before I go any further, I feel that I should level with you. We are definitely speaking about “natural instincts.” And here is what the AKC won’t tell you!

Although Fast CAT is intended to be a fun event, it is not for the faint of heart or dogs that are timid or stressed around other dogs who may be loud and boisterous. When you approach a Fast CAT event, you will experience the unbridled enthusiasm of multitudes of dogs of all sizes, clamoring for their turns. Fast CAT tests are open to all breeds and mixed breeds. At the start line, it will become apparent that you are in the presence of many obviously untrained dogs, barking and howling and pulling at their lead with owner tethered on the other end. (Recognizing that some dogs can become aggressive with such insanity, the AKC even permits owners to put “basket” muzzles on their dogs, if needed.)

There are few AKC events, if any, where the dogs in line lack any semblance of decorum, such as this. The wait line is normally roped off

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for the exhibitors with their dogs, all of whom are given numbers and are anxiously waiting to run in turn. So let’s just call this is organized chaos, as dog and handler wait for their number to be called. I tell you this, not with the intent of discouraging your participation in Fast CAT, but so that you go there prepared, with your eyes wide open, knowing that your dachshund’s ability to focus on running may be impeded by the presence of loud, unruly dogs on the sidelines. If you have a small dog, or one who stresses around larger noisy dogs, it may be wise for you to request an early or late run (when most dogs have left) to get a quieter time for your dog’s run.

Fast CAT® Defined. Fast CAT is an outdoor pass/fail test that consists of a 100-yard dash using a straight course or track. Dogs run singly and are required to reach the finish line. The dog’s time to complete the course is converted into MPH and then to points based on height by using a handicap (explained below).

Eligibility: Events are open to all dogs at least 12 months of age that are individually registered with the AKC, or dogs granted a Purebred Alternative Listing (PAL) number, dogs with AKC Limited Registration or dogs enrolled in the AKC Canine Partners program. Spayed and neutered dogs are eligible to participate in CAT and Fast CAT. Dogs with breed disqualifications are eligible to participate. Dogs that are physically challenged due to loss of limbs are eligible to enter and should be given the same consideration by the inspection committee as four-legged dogs.

A dog that exhibits a state of well-being at the time of inspection, shows no signs of physical discomfort, and in the opinion of the inspection committee appears to physically have the potential to safely complete the course, is to be considered fit to participate. For safety purposes, any dog requiring an assistance apparatus, such as a wheeled cart will not be allowed to participate. Bitches in season may not participate. A dog may enter only once per event.

(An event is defined by an event number.) However, there may be more than one event offered by a club at the same location on the same day, so always inquire.

The pattern for starting is always be the same. After the dog and handler come to the start line, the “huntmaster” stands in close proximity to the handler and dog. The huntmaster checks that the lure operator is ready, then checks that the handler is ready. The huntmaster then signals the lure operator to start the lure, then, when the lure is moving, the huntmaster yells “Tallyho!” The dog can be released when the handler hears the “T” in Tally-ho. The lure is always in motion before “Tallyho” is yelled. Dogs should not be released before the sound of the “T” in “Tally-ho”. The huntmaster will notify the handler and judge of any premature start and conduct a restart when necessary.

The Fast CAT tests are pass/fail events open to any dog that can run a straight course of 100-yards while following a lure. Dogs are required to complete their course with enthusiasm and without interruption. Dogs run alone and their recorded time to complete the course is converted to MPH. Dogs earn points based on their speed and their handicap which is based on their height. Titles are awarded based on point accumulation.

PASSING PERFORMANCE. In order to pass, the dog must complete the course without interruption. A dog is considered to have failed the test if it relieves itself prior to the finish line. The time ends when the dog crosses the finish line.

CONVERTING TIME TO SPEED. After a dog completes the course, the time is recorded then is converted to MPH. A dog’s 100-yard dash time must be converted into MPH using the formula below, rounded to the nearest hundredth of a mile: The formula is: 204.545 / dog’s time = MPH. As an example, suppose the dog’s time is clocked at 8.14 seconds. The fraction is 204.545/ 8.14 which equals 25.13 MPH. Once the calculation is determined using this formula, only then can rounding to the nearest hundredth take place.

CALCULATING POINTS. A handicap system is applied to a dog’s MPH to determine the number of points earned. The handicap system is based on the height of the dog at its withers: If the dog measures 18˝ or greater = handicap is 1.0. If the dog measures 12˝ up to less than 18˝ then the handicap is 1.5. If the dog measures below 12˝, then the handicap is 2.0.

FIGURING OUT POINTS. The formula is MPH multiplied by a dog’s handicap = Points Example: A dog taller than 18˝ runs 9.09 seconds; his MPH translates to 22.50, so this dog earned 22.50 points. 22.50 MPH x 1 = 22.50 POINTS.

But suppose the dog measures less than 12,˝ as most dachshunds would, and his speed is the same, 22.50 MPH. Then 22.50 MPH is multiplied by 2, so his time would translate to 45 POINTS. TITLES. Titles are earned by accumulating points. The following titles will be awarded: BCAT = 150 points DCAT = 500 points CAT = 1,000 points FCAT# = for every additional 500 points earned after earning an FCAT title a number will follow. (e.g. FCAT2) These suffix titles will appear on a dog’s pedigree, with a higher-level title superseding a lowerlevel title. Titles must be earned in order.

The AKC keeps a list of the fastest Fast CAT dogs by breed which list you can access on-line. You might want to see how your dog is doing, compared other dachshunds. Again, what the AKC won’t tell you is that this list is somewhat skewed, because the list also includes mixed breed dogs with a PAL or ILP. Although these dogs may appear to be dachshunds, some may actually be dogs who are genetically engineered (either through purposeful cross-breeding, or by random act of Mother Nature) to be exceptionally fast.

Instead of separating out the purebred dogs from the PAL and ILP dogs for these lists, the AKC lumps them all together. So recognize that not all of the dachshunds on that list of competitors are purebred dachshunds. (This is true for all breeds and not just dachshunds. It is also true for other events, such as agility.) It’s just part of the game, so something we need to be aware of.

In the event there is a mixed breed dog, masquerading as a dachshund, who is the product of genetic engineering, it will probably show up as winning top speed on the Fast CAT list every time.

TRY IT, YOU’LL LIKE IT! I have to recommend the Fast CAT event for every dog that has lots of unspent energy or a dog who just loves a free-spirited run, notwithstanding the limited drawbacks mentioned. It’s fun exercise for you and for your dachshund and everyone wins a ribbon for passing the finish line. It is always an outside event, so on beautiful spring days or cool fall weather, it is just perfect to be there. It’s also a guarantee that you and your doxie will surely get a good night’s sleep at the end of the day.

To answer the question posed, I would say definitely not. The phrase “Fast Dachshund” is not an oxymoron. Go my doxie, go! Go with glee! Run with lightning speed! Let her rip!!

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1st Zendoxies Zuri Leigha Zendler 2nd Zendoxies Willow Maybelle Leigha Zendler 3rd Wilderness Runs Whistling Dixie MLD Kirk Graves 4th Kassie Wilhelm Loretta Miller NBQ Jeric’s Doing What Comes Naturally S Michele Bertot

SUBMISSION FORM: http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org/field-trial-result-submission/ Only those results submitted through this site will be published.

Hoosier Dachshund Club 5/19/23 Total Number of Starters: 102 OAAD Starters: 13 Judges: Heidi Meyers, Julie Stock 1st CH Duchwood’s Walking on Sunshine MS Kathleen Johnson 2nd Blackhawk the Ghost of Gibson Paul Thomas 3rd Withheld 4th Withheld NBQ Jarbsy’s Plot Twist Chris Moore OAAB Starters: 26 Judges: Rebecca McLusky, Darrel Blanton 1st Kordachs & OCs Royal Gemstone MS JE CGC TKI Linda Alkema & Janelle McCord Ph.D. 2nd Caristeda V. Dackeldorf TwoBitch Bourbon Terri C. Holman 3rd Wilderness Runs Whistling Dixie MLD Kirk Graves 4th Blackhawk Sweep the leg No Mercy Paul Thomas NBQ Jarbsy’s Drive Me Wild v HiRoad, Terri C. Post Field Champion Dog Starters: 31 Judges: David Kerr, Paul Thomas 1st DC Ocs Stings Like a Bee MS Robin LaFance 2nd Wilderness Runs Zeke V. Jaluse ML Kirk Graves 3rd FC Zeus von Moosbach-Zuzelek SW, JE, BCAT, CGC, TKN Larry Gohlke 4th FC Backwoods Silasnce In The Cypress Trees Jessica Manley NBQ DC Hoppledach’s Ottawa v Sho Me RN CGC

Pamala Hopkins & Pamela Wells Field Champion Bitch Starters: 32 Judges: Shawn Nies, David Kerr 1st FC Diddydox A Beautiful July Morning V Hoppledachs CA, FDC, JE Heidi Meyers & Pamala Hopkins 2nd FC Lady of the Lake aus der Wutzelgrube ME, RATI, BCAT, Larry Gohlke & Cheri Faust 3rd FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordlicht JE, BCAT, FITB Cheri Faust & Larry Gohlke 4th FC Jalyse’s Teddy Bear v Wilderness Run ML, RA, NA, Jamie Sexton NBQ FC Doxikota Tarragon W Pam Bethke Best Open CH Duchwood’s Walking on Sunshine MS Best Field Champion/Absolute FC Diddydox A Beautiful July Morning V Hoppledachs CA, FDC, JE _________________________________

Field Champion Dog Starters: 23 Judges: Jamie Sexton, Terese Thomas 1st FC Hoppledach’s Keokuk MA ME RN CGC VC Pamala Hopkins 2nd FC Kolja A Keleti Tuz Debbie Senkbeil & Laurie Rutherford 3rd Wilderness Run’s Zeke v Jalyse ML Kirk Graves 4th FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz JE CGC, Sherry Ruggieri NBQ FC Backwoods Silasnce in the Cypress Trees Jessica Manley Field Champion Bitch Starters: 30 Judges: Kathy Johnson, Paul Thomas 1st FC Jalyse’s Fire on the Train ML Jamie Sexton 2nd GCH DC Duchwood’s Chance Romance 3rd FC Uschi von Lowenherz JE L. Whistance-Smith 4th FC Katja A Keleti Tuz Stan Knoll NBQ FC Keeva a Keleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry Ruggieri Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute: David Kerr Jr. & (not provided) Best Open Back in the High Life Again Von Stutts Best Field Champion/Absolute FC Hoppledach's Keokuk MS ME RN CGC VC _________________________________

Hoosier Dachshund Club Hoosier Dachshund Club 5/21/23 5/20/23 Total Number of Starters: 69 Total Number of Starters: 86 OAAD Starters: 10 Judges: David Kerr, Jr., Julie Stock 1st Back in the High Life Again Von Stutts Jennifer Watson 2nd Blackhawk They Come to Snuff the Rooster Paul Thomas, (Junior Handler Serenity Thomas) 3rd Withheld 4th Withheld NBQ Withheld OAAB Starters: 23 Judges: David Kerr, Jr. & Rebecca Mclusky

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OAAD Starters: 6 Judges: Stan Knoll, Christian Stock 1st CH Cedarhurst Lil’Fritz Cbwags4u MS Pamela Giles 2nd Jarbsy’s Plot Twist Chris Moore & Sandy Arnold 3rd Back in The High Life Again Von Stutts Jennifer Watson 4th MCS I know what were going to do today Leigha Zendler & Kristi Garner NBQ GCH Kordach’s and OC’s Mon Petit Beau Beau MS, BCAT, SBN A. Janelle McCord OAAB Starters: 19

Judges: Larry Gohlke & Darrel 1st Zendoxies Willow Maybelle Leigha Zendler 2nd Caristeda Marvel’s Dark Phoenix, Terri C. Post & Cheryl Holman, DVM 3rd Duchwood’s Lights Up The Night MS Alice Carter 4th Hoppledach’s Water Lilies Pamala Hopkins NBQ Auserwaehite aus der Wutzelgrube Shawn Nies Field Champion Dog Starters: 19 Judges: David Kerr, Jamie Sexton 1st FC Seve Vom Nordlicht CGC, TD, Debbie Senkbeil 2nd FC Zeus von Moosbach-Zuzelek SW, JE, BCAT, Cheri Faust 3rd DC Indiana Jones aus der Wutzelgrube CDX BN RA TDX OA OAJ MXE BCAT SCN DJ CGC TKA FITG Shawn Nies 4th FC Keszito a Keleti Tuz CGC BCAT TKI, Sherry Ruggieri NBQ FC Einstein Vom Waidwerk JE Michelle Watson & Isabelle Ingraham & Dawn Penland Field Champion Bitch Starters: 25 Judges: Kathy Johnson, Dave Kerr 1st FC Tusoksori-Ugraszto Husniya, CGC, ROMX Sherry Ruggieri 2nd FC Diddydox the Bright Morning Star V Apple Hill, Heidi Meyers & Carrie Hamilton 3rd FC Longtime's Halo vom Nordlicht JE, BCAT, FITB Cheri Faust & Larry Gohlke 4th FC Kordachs & OCs Royal Gemstone MS JE CGC TKI Linda Alkema & Janelle McCord Ph.D. NBQ FC Hidden Cedars The Writins OnTheWall Debbie Senkbeil Best Open CH Cedarhurst Lil'Fritz Cbwags4u MS Best Field Champion/Absolute FC Seve Vom Nordlicht CGC Debbie Senkbeil _________________________________

Blue Ridge Virginia Dachshund Club 5/26/23 Total Number of Starters: 69 OAAD Starters: 9 Judges: Susan Goodman, Teddy Moritz 1st Wilderness Run’s Just Harry ML Kevin Stahler 2nd VHH’s How Will They Know MW Danielle Cook 3rd FC Wilderness Run’s Remington ML

Courtney Daniels 4th Country Critters Horus Jonathan Munnier

Barbara Sharrah 4th Jalyse’s Fancee Charme Sheila Bridges

OAAB Starters: 23 Judges: Susan Goodman, Wendy Snyder 1st Ultraviolet V Ruger Dawn Watters 2nd Wingover’s Uma KAB ML Susan Fuller 3rd Vixen’s Lily Belle Bint Eliya Tracy Parks 4th MS Bella Jean Clemons Branigan Vaughan

Field Champion Dogs Starters: 14 Judges: Jamie Sexton, Lee McNight 1st FC Psidium Guajava v Ruger Meredith Beavers 2nd FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz Sherry Ruggieri 3rd FC Zeus von Moosbach-Zuzelek Cheri Faust 4th FC Jalyse’s Fire on the Train Jamie Sexton

Field Champion Dog Starters: 15 Judges: Genevieve Chidlow, Wendy Snyder 1st FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz Sherry Ruggieri 2nd FC Zeus von Moosbach Zuzelek Larry Gohlke 3rd FC Wilderness Run’s Roger That ML Rebecca Elliot 4th DC Hello Stranger V.D. Oude Ijsselstroom Dawn Penland

Field Champion Bitch Starters: 20 Judges: Susan Fuller, Genevieve Chidlow 1st FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordlicht Larry Gohlke 2nd FC Skylan von Lowenherz L. Whistance-Smith 3rd FC Jalyse’s Must Be Worth A Trillion Bucks Jamie Sexton 4th FC Jalyse’s Fire on the Train Jamie Sexton

Field Champion Bitch Starters: 23 1st FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordicht Larry Gohlke 2nd FC Lorica’s Kismet Sparks the Fire Pam Mechler 3rd FC Uschi von Lowenherz L. Whistance-Smith 4th FC Jalyse’s Fire on the Train Jamie Sexton Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute: Susan Goodman, Teddy Moritz Best Open/Absolute Wilderness Run’s Just Harry Best Field Champion FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordicht, _________________________________

Blue Ridge Virginia Dachshund Club 5/27/23 Total Number of Starters: 66 OAAD Starters: 6 Judges: Dawn Watters, Wendy Snyder 1st Wilderness Run’s Remington Courtney Daniels 2nd Endachs HonkyTonk Attitude Reggie Galloway 3rd VHH’s How Will They Know Danielle Cook 4th Wilderness Run’s Just Harry Kevin Stahler OAAB Starters: 20 Judges: Teddy Moritz, Christine Kim 1st MS Bella Jean Clemons Branigan Vaughan 2nd CH Lily Field Little Miss Edie Pearl of Midachs John Tirado 3rd Miniature Dreams Pour Another Shot of Rumchata MLC

Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute: Jamie Sexton, Lee McKnight Best Open/Absolute MS Bella Jean Clemons Best Field Champion FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordlicht _________________________________

Blue Ridge Virginia Dachshund Club 5/28/23 Total Number of Starters: 61 OAAD Starters: 6 Judges: Susan Fuller, Christine Kim 1st Wilderness Run’s Just Harry ML Kevin Stahler 2nd Wilderness Run’s Remington Courtney Daniels 3rd Witheld 4th Witheld NBQ Witheld OAAB Starters: 14 Judges: Teddy Moritz, Genevieve Chidlow 1st Miniature Dreams Pour Another Shot of Rumchata Barbara Sharrah 2nd Jalyse’s Sassy ML Shelia Bridges 3rd Witheld 4th Witheld Field Champion Dog Starters: 14 Judges: Wendy Snyder, Lee McKnight 1st FC Einstein vom Waidwerk Michelle Wilson 2nd DC Per Somnium V Ruge Christine Kim 3rd DC Zananza Elimar Doubrava Jill Keim 4th FC Rilke von Lowenherz Laurel Whistance-Smith

Field Champion Bitch Starters: 26 Judges: Dave Kerr, Lee McKnight 1st DC Jalyse’s Hampshire Hound Jamie Sexton 2nd FC Keeva a Keleti Tuz Sherry Ruggieri 3rd FC Jalyse’s Fire on the Train Jamie Sexton 4th FC Katja a Keleti Tuz Stan Knoll _________________________________

Alice S. Carter 3rd FC Duchwood’s Don’t Give A Dam MS Alice S. Carter 4th FC Lorica’s Kismet Sparks The Fire MW Pam and Mark Melcher NBQ GCH DC Briardach’s Lady Liberty Land Karen Jones and Monika Martin Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute: Monica Galley, Alice Moyer Best Open Miniature Dreams Pour Another Shot Of Rum Chata MLC Best Field Champion/Absolute FC Hoppledach’s Keokuk MS _________________________________

Metropolitan Washington Dachshund Club 6/1/23 Total Number of Starters: 96 OAAD Starters: 19 Judges: Sherry Ruggieri, Terri (Chrissy) Post 1st CH Duchwood’s Walking In Sunshine MS Kathleen Johnson 2nd TownFarm Like A Shop Vacc Michael J Pitisci 3rd TownFarm It Just Took A Minuteman Michael J. Pitisci 4th Loki Vom Nordlicht Linda Snyder NBQ Sunlight’s Gold Rush Phyllis D. Meseroll, D. Northstein

Western Pennsylvania Dachshund Club 6/2/23 Total Number of Starters: 103 OAAD Starters: 19 Judges: Wendy York, Jamie Sexton 1st Loki Vom Nordlicht Linda Snyder 2nd TownFarm Like A Shop Vacc Michael J. Pitisci 3rd Leoralees Deb-N-Air Cisco Kid MS Debra & Albert Rowe & Marietta Singleton 4th CH Lorica Ruff Rider FDC BCAT SIN CGC TKI ATT FITB Lynn Leindecker, Jessica & Lorne Campbell NBQ BISS GCH CH Doxwood’s Lorica’s Opus Magnum At Siddachs MW John Merriman, Jessica & Lorne Campbell

OAAB Starters: 25 Judges: Rebecca McLusky, Wendy Snyder 1st Miniature Dreams Pour Another Shot Of Rum Chata MLC Barbara Sharrah 2nd CH Lockshire VH Wire Take A Kathleen & Thomas Lockyer and Laura Isaacson 3rd Duchwood’s Lights Up The Night MS Alice S. Carter 4th Piper Shortstockings Kari Wackinslay NBQ Jeric’s Doing What Comes Naturally S Michele Bertot

OAAB Starters: 27 Judges: Michael Pitisci, Debbie Senkbeil 1st CH Lockshire V Hi Wire Take A Ride In The USA Kathleen & Thomas Lockyer 2nd Duchwood’s Lights Up The Night MS Glo S. Carter 3rd Piper Short Stockings Kari Watchinsky 4th Yorkdachs Treasured Paddy Wendy York NBQ Caristeda Marvel’s Mystique Terri C. Post & Cheryl B. Holman DVM

Field Champion Dog Starters: 18 Judges: Monica Galley, Alice Moyer 1st FC Hoppledach’s Keokuk MS Pamala Hopkins 2nd FC Duchswood’s Picture Perfect Rebecca McLusky 3rd FC OC’s To The Moon And Back MS Michael & Kim Hunter and Robin LaFrance 4th FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz Sherry L. Ruggieri NBQ FC Seve Vom Nordlicht Debbie Senkbeil and Laurie Rutherford Field Champion Bitch Starters: 34 Judges: Kathleen Johnson, Ike Rowe 1st Hoppledach’s A Year Without Rain Pamala Hopkins 2nd FC Duchwood’s Waiting For A Girl Like You MS

Field Champion Dog Starters: 26 Judges: Karen Jones, Dennis Palko 1st GCHB DC Lorica’s Tarlyn Set the Fire Jessica & Lorne Campbell 2nd GCHB DC Duchwood’s When I Was Your Man MS JE Kathleen Johnson 3rd FC Wilbur Banx Rowe MW RN FDC CGCA TKA ATT Debra Rowe 4th FC Diddydox Mr. Big Lights Up The Sky V Hoppledachs JE CA TD

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Heidi Meyers NBQ FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry L. Ruggieri Field Champion Bitch Starters: 31 Judges: Alice Moyer, Dave Kerr 1st GCH DC Serenity’s Joy to the World RI TKI CGCU CGCA FDC TD Wendy Snyder & Krista Gerdes 2nd FC Tusoksori-Ugraszto Husniya CGC Sherry L. Ruggieri 3rd FC Diddydox the Bright Morning Star V Apple Hill MS Heidi Meyers & Carrie Hamilton 4th FC Diddydox A Beautiful July Morning V Hoppledachs FDC JE CA Heidi Meyers & Pamala J Hopkins NBQ GCH DC Briardach’s Lady Liberty Landd BN RA NAP NJP ACT2 SWN CGCA TKA FITG Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute Denny Palko, Terri Chrissy Post Best Open Loki Vom Nordlicht Best Field Champion/Absolute GCH DC Serenity’s Joy to the World RI TKI CGCU CGCA FDC TD _________________________________

Metropolitan Washington Dachshund Club 6/3/23 Total Number of Starters: 104 OAAD Starters: 18 Judges: Sherry Ruggieri, Heidi Meyers 1st TownFarm Like A Shop Vacc Michael J. Pitisci 2nd Invictus Pa Pa Gene’s Blues Laura Isaacson 3rd Withheld 4th Withheld NBQ Withheld

OAAB Starters: 29 Judges: Carrie Hamilton, Monica Galley 1st Duchwood’s Lights Up The Night MS Alice S. Carter 2nd Invictus Jozy Quervo Michael & Kim Huster 3rd Backroads Little Slice Of Haven Amanda Locke 4th Jeric’s Doing What Comes Naturally S Michele Bertot NBQ CH Miss Marvel Girl Terri C. Dickmann and Cheryl B. Holman DVM Field Champion Dog Starters: 21 Judges: Dave Kerrr, Wendy Snyder 1st FC Kolja A Keleti Tuz Laura Isaacson 2nd FC OC’s To The Moon And Back MS Michael and Kim Huster and Robin LaFrance 3rd FC Jalyses Home Run ML Jamie Sexton 4th FC Duchwood’s Picture Perfect Rebecca McLusky NBQ FC Kivaar A Keleti Tuz Sherry L. Ruggieri Field Champion Bitch Starters: 36 Judges: Rebecca McLusky, Terri (Chrissy) Post 1st FC Uschi Von Lowenherz L. Whistance-Smith 2nd FC Sylvan Von Lowenherz L. Whistance-Smith 3rd FC Wurzel Vom Waidwerk Michelle Wilson and Isabelle Ingraham and Dawn Penland 4th FC Lorica's Going Viral Jessica and Lorne Campbell NBQ FC Keeva A Keleti Tuz Sherry L. Ruggieri Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute: Dave Kerr, Wendy Snyder Best Open TownFarm Like A Shop Vacc Best Field Champion/Absolute FC Kolja A Keleti Tuz _________________________________

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Western Pennsylvania Dachshund Club 6/4/23 Total Number of Starters: 76 OAAD Starters: 13 Judges: Michael Pitisci, Wendy York 1st Invictus Papa Gene’s Blues Laura Isaacson 2nd CH Briardach’s Main Squeeze at Midnight FITS Karen Jones & Paul & Monika Martin 3rd Hidden Cedars Thnks 4 Small Favors MSB Gloria LaTour 4th Hoppledach’s Days Hunky Hero Pamala J. Hopkins NBQ VHHS How Will They Know MW Danielle Cook OAAB Starters: 21 Judges: Debbie Senkbeil, Monica Galley 1st Caristeda Marvel’s Mystique Terri C. Post & Cheryl B. Holman DVM 2nd Trillium von Lowenherz (Canada) Christina Loew 3rd Yorkdachs Treasured Paddy Wendy York 4th CH Lockshire V Hi-Wire Take A Ride In The USA Laura Isaacson & Kathleen Lockyer NBQ CH Caristeda Miss Marvel Girl Terri C. Dickmann & Cheryl B. Holman DVM Field Champion Dog Starters: 20 Judges: Jamie Sexton, Carrie Hamilton-Lukow 1st FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry L. Ruggieri 2nd GCHB DC Duchwood’s When I Was Your Man MS JE Kathleen Johnson 3rd FC Seve Vom Nordlicht CGC TD Debbie Senkbeil & Laurie Rutherford 4th Vhhs Tell Me Without Telling Me You Are Otto MW Trevor Drake NBQ FC Diddydox Mr. Big Lights Up The Sky V Hoppledachs JE CA TD Heidi Meyers Field Champion Bitch Starters: 22 Judges: Kathleen Johnson, Alice Moyer 1st FC Tusoksori-Ugraszto Husniya CGC ROMX Sherry L. Ruggieri 2nd FC Uschi von Lowenherz JE L. Whistance-Smith 3rd FC Katja A Keleti Tuz KJ Knoll & Sherry Ruggieri 4th FC Keeva a Keleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry L. Ruggieri NBQ FC Sylvan von Lowenherz ME L. Whistance-Smith Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute Kathleen Johnson, Alice Moyer Best Best Open/Absolute

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Invictus Papa Gene’s Blues Best Field Champion FC Tusoksori-Ugraszto Husniya CGC ROMX _________________________________

Badger Dachshund Club 6/8/23 Total Number of Starters: 74 OAAD Starters: 20 Judges: Carolyn Lewis, Wendy Snyder 1st Zoldmali Sakk Matt, Henry & Denise Doll-Kiefer 2nd Newberry’s Don’t Stimie Me MS Brenda Zook and Cheryl Newberry 3rd Hales Thei Adore Susan Heasty 4th Be Patient I Spy Captn Jack Sandra Dunnand NBQ Hoppledachs Days Hunky Hero Pamala Hopkins OAAD Starters: 22 Judges: Kathy Johnson, Dawn Penland 1st Criscross Confetti Rush at Copias Linda Schweitzer 2nd GRD’s Stop This Crazy Thing Denise and Dana Gehring 3rd Luzifa von Den Roteichen Ashley Miller 4th Duchwood’s Chime of Freedom Sandra Russell NBQ CH Hoppledachs Water Lilies Pamala Hopkins Field Champion Dog Starters: 14 Judges: Michael Pitisci, Scot Davidson 1st FC Zeus von Moosbach Zuzlek Cheri Faust 2nd Hoppledachs Keokuk Pamala Hopkins 3rd DC Duchwood’s When I Was Your Man Kathy Johnson 4th GCHB DC Short Shadows All Of Me Riverwood SW Carolyn Lewis and Christopher Casoria NBQ FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz Sherry Ruggieri Field Champion Bitch Starters: 18 Judges: Deneice Van Hook, Linda Schweitzer 1st FC Tusoksori Ugrazzto Husniya Sherry Ruggieri 2nd DC Town Farm Mama Said You Better Show Around Michael Pitisci 3rd FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordlicht Cheri Faust and Larry Gohlke 4th Epiphany’s Kaleidoscope Eyes Sarah Dodd NBQ FC Dachshund Downs Frantic Franny Fay Brenda Zook Best Open Criscross Confetti Rush at Copias Best Field Champion/Absolute FC Zeus von Moosbach Zuzlek _______________________________

Minnesota Dachshund Club 6/9/23 Total Number of Starters: 70 OAAD Starters: 17 Judges: Dawn Penland, Sandy Russell 1st Zoldmali Sakk Matt, Henry & Denise Doll-Kiefer 2nd GCHB CH Rose Gate Patriot Henry & Pam Riid 3rd CH Newberry’s Dont Stimie Me MS NE Brenda Zook, Cheryl Newberry 4th TownFarm It Just Took A Minuteman Michael Pitisci NBQ Hales Thei-Adore SL BCAT FITB Sue Heasty, Madelyn Harwell OAAB Starters: 18 Judges: Cliff Shrader, Michael Pitisci 1st CH KFW Well If It Isnt The Holy Monk MW TKN FDC RATO Michelle Kutzler

Field Champion Bitch Starters: 19 Linda Schweitzer and Shawn Nies 1st FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordlicht JE BCAT FITB Cheri Faust and Larry Gohlke 2nd FC Keeva a Leleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry Ruggieri 3rd FC Haywire’s Extrem Sylvia Von Oakridge Steve Behm 4th FC Tusoksori-Ugraszto Husniya CGC ROMX Sherry Ruggieri NBQ DC Epiphany’s Holy Cow MW Ashley Dodd Judges for Best Open/Field Champion/Absolute: Cliff Shrader, Shawn Nies Best Open CH KFW Well If It Isnt The Holy Monk MW TKN FDC RATO Best Field Champion/Absolute FC Longtime’s Halo vom Nordlight JE BCAT FITB _________________________________

Field Champion Dog Starters: 16 Wendy Snyder and Deneice VanHook 1st FC Zeus von Moosback-Zuzelek SW JE BCAT CGC TKN Cheri Faust 2nd FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry Ruggieri 3rd FC Einstein Vom Waidwert JE Michelle Wilson, Isabelle Ingraham and Dawn Penland 4th FC Hoppledach’s Keokuk MS ME RN CGC VC Pamala Hopkins NBQ FC Vimy Ridge von Lowenherz Scot Davidson

3rd Criscross Confetti Rush at Copia’s Linda Schweitzer 4th Duchwood Let Freeedom Ring MS Sandra Russell NBQ Obsessions Last Call Deneice Van Hook DMV Field Champion Dog Starters: 16 Judges: Deneice Van Hook, Michelle Kutzler 1st Zeus von Mossbach Zuzelek Cheri Faust 2nd Hoppledachs Keokuk MS Pamala Hopkins 3rd GRD’s U Moonlights Sharp Dressed Man Denise and Dana Gehrig 4th Einstein Vom Waidwerk M. Wilson, I Ingrahan, D Penland NBQ Kivaar a Keleti Tuz Sherry Ruggieri

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2nd GRD’s Stop This Crazy Thing MW Denise and Dana Gehring 3rd Zendoxies Willow Maybelle Leigha Zendler 4th Auserwaehlte aus der Wutzelgrube Shawn Nies NBQ CH Stardust N Windrose Over The Rainbow @Greenhills Ann Parrish, Barbara Koch

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Badger Dachshund Club 6/10/23 Total Number of Starters: 68 OAAD Starters: 16 Judges: Cliff Shrader, David Faust 1st Newberry’s Don’t Stimie Me Brenda Zook, Cheryl Newberry 2nd Altans Runs In The Family Brenda Zook 3rd Rosegate@ Antir Braav Pony Soldier Pam Reed 4th Duchwood’s There In Lies The Hunter MS Sandra Russell NBQ Cedarhurst Lil’Fritz CBWAG4U MS Pamela Giles OAAB Starters: 18 Judges: Kathy Johnson, Scot Davidson 1st GRD’s Stop This Crazy thing MW 2nd Amberlicht V Stardust I Feel The Earth Move Karen Schmidt

Field Champion Bitch Starters: 18 Judges: Michael Pitisci, Cliff Shrader 1st Keeva a Keleti Tuz Sherry Ruggieri 2nd Duchwoods Don’t give A Dam MS Alice Carter 3rd Tusoksori Ugraszto Husniya Sherry Ruggieri 4th KFW Well If It Isn’t The Holy Monk Michelle Kutzler NBQ Duchwoods Chance Romance MS Alice Carter ————————————————-

Minnesota Dachshund Club 6/11/23 Total Number of Starters: 51 OAAD Starters: 6 Judges: Michael Pitisci, Deneice Van Hook 1st Hales Thei-Adore SL BCAT FITB Sue Heasty, Madelyn Harwell 2nd GRDs Outta This World MW Denise and Dana Gehring 3rd Hoppledach’s Days Hunky Hero Pamala Hopkins 4th CH Altans Runs In The Family JE Brenda Zook NBQ CH Cedarhurst Lil Fritz

CBWAGS4U MS Pamela Gile OAAB Starters: 14 Judges: David Faust, Scot Davidson 1st Ex Animo’s Whd Frankly It Ain’t Me Babe Sydney Hartmann, Jordan Hartmann, Heide Geiger-Winings 2nd Duchwood’s Let Freedom Ring MS Sandra Russell 3rd Criscross Confetti Rush at Copia’s Linda Schweitzer 4th Obsession’s Last Call SL NAJ Deneice VanHook NBQ Duchwood’s Chimes of Freedom MS Sandra Russell Field Champion Dog Starters: 14 Judges: Sandra Russell, Linda Schweitzer 1st FC Kivaar a Keleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry Ruggieri 2nd FC Einstein Vom Waidwerk JE Michelle Wilson, Isabelle Ingraham, Dawn Penland 3rd FC Zeus von Moosbach-Zuzelek SW, JE BCAT CGC TKN Cheri Faust 4th GCHB DC Duchwood’s When I Was Your Man MS JE Kathleen Johnson NBQ DC Stardust Amberlicht Light My Fire Karen Schmidt Field Champion Bitch Starters: 17 Judges: Shawn Nies, Michelle Kutzler 1st FC Duchwood’s Tipsy Tart MS BN RN NA NAJ OAP OF XFP MXE5 SXE4 EE4 CGC Alice Carter 2nd FC Tusoksori-Ugraszto Husniya CGC ROMX Sherry Ruggieri 3rd FC Keeva a Keleti Tuz JE CGC Sherry Ruggieri 4th GCH DC Duchwood’s Chance Romance MS RN NAP NJP MX10 SXE11 EE9 CA Alice Carter NBQ FC Duchwood’s Waiting For a Girl Like YOU MS NE Alice Carter _________________________________ Dachshund Club of America Autumn 2023 49

Dachshunds Become Unlikely Cadaver Dogs

By Mara Bovsun Updated: February 17, 2023 Sue Stejskal was inching along on her belly in a dark crawl space that may have once held the corpse of a murder victim. A headlamp was all she had for light.

She was in that tight spot because of Chili Dawg, a sweet 8-pound Dachshund with wiry hair the color of a caramel milkshake. Stejskal got the dog a few years earlier as a pet and show dog. Somehow, her sweet little puppy had grown up to become a cadaver dog, trained to sniff out the scent of death.

When detectives needed help with a 20-yearold cold case, they contacted a 5-foot, 2-inch woman and her sniffer dog, who was a little taller than an iPhone at the shoulder. It may seem like an odd choice but for this job, no one would have been better.

“We were called in because of her size,” Stejskal says, “She was small enough to get into the crawl space.” Chili’s nose provided clues that helped with the case.

No Joke Dachshunds are not exactly what spring to mind when people say “police dog.” In popular culture, their sausage bodies, pointy noses, and Who? Me? expressions are the stuff of comedy.

No Halloween parade is complete without a few wiener dogs on a bun.

Recently, the South Australia Police announced a new division—Small Area Urban Searching and Guided Evacuation Dogs— consisting of three Dachshunds. “We can chuck them under beds, in cupboards, and other furniture,” said the police commissioner. “We can even attach them to drones.”

It was an April Fools’ prank.

Jokes aside, Dachshunds possess many qualities that make them suitable for detection work. Discerning noses are just part of it. They were developed in 17th-century Germany to hunt badgers, wild animals that are 25 to 40 pounds of teeth, muscle, and bad attitude. The Dachshund’s short legs and long, low bodies are designed to dive into tunnels after their prey.

The ideal Dachsie temperament, notes the breed standard, is “clever, lively, and courageous to the point of rashness.” As Stejskal put it in describing Chili: “She was like a Malinois trapped in a wiener dog suit.”

Chili Dawg displays her ACE medal in 2011. She also earned honors from the United States Police Canine Association.

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A Quarter and a Dream

years, with our county sheriff’s department as Whippets and Cardigan Welsh Corgis had been well as a special deputy with the county’s dive team,” she says. She has been a human remains Stejskal’s breeds for 30 years, and she detector dog and forensic evidence dog handler participated in conformation, obedience, and for the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Department, tracking. Then in the late 1990s, a series of in Michigan, for almost 20 years. Her resume surgeries limited her upper-body strength. A includes books on detector dogs and bedbug smaller dog, she thought, might be easier detection, and two children’s books about her to handle. partners—The Little Dog Who Did Big Things She got a 10-week-old miniature wirehaired Dachshund pup in 2001. Chili quickly earned her and BuzzVisits Mackinac Island.

AKC championship, passed her Canine Good Water Works Citizen test, and earned a tracking and Rally In 2009, while Chili was still active, Stejskal Novice title. added another detection dog to her team: She was a live wire, full of energy and chocolate Labrador Retriever Buzz. Then seven curiosity. Stejskal was struggling for ways to years later, she got Maple, an English Springer keep her occupied. Then she remembered a book that she picked up for a quarter at a library sale Spaniel.

In 2019, after a distinguished career, Buzz eight years earlier. It was about search and died. Stejskal decided it was “time to return to rescue dogs. the world of small dogs who don’t know they are “I never, ever thought about the possibility of getting involved,” she recalls. “But I had a dog, a small,” she says.

Enter Hundeleben Oh It’s dog with a nose, a dog Sheriff Woody MW, RN, CGC, who loved to use it.

TKN. After years of dealing Maybe?” with the rough, raw world of She called the crime, she figured she’d just president of a national have fun with Woody and search-dog participate in dog sports. organization and described Chili’s drive The universe had and eagerness. She other plans. waited until the end to Stejskal realized there was reveal that she was still a great, unmet need for talking about an 8K-9 noses in her community, pound Dachshund. To and she missed being part of her surprise, the that world. For a time, she experienced handler worked with Maple and reacted with neither Woody in bedbug detection. derision nor Then she moved back into discouragement. All human-remains detection on that mattered, the the water. woman said, was Woody is more mellow than whether the dog was Sheriff Woody and his badge his predecessor, but he is eager to learn.

Photo by Sue Stejskal turning into an accomplished water-detection dog. Stejskal That, she was. particularly admires his powers of In about a year and a half, Chili and Stejskal mastered the skills to become a human remains– concentration—his ability to ignore flocks of swans and other birds, for example—while he’s detection team for land and water searches. searching.

Through her 11-year career in law, Chili located Woody is still in training, but he has already human remains associated with homicides, aided in the recovery of a drowning victim. Late suicides, drownings, and missing-person cases. last year, he earned an award—Detector Dog of the Quarter—from a regional chapter of The Team, Stejskal and Woody Catch the United States Police Canine Association. He “Chili was a force to be reckoned with,” has been deputized and serves with the Stejskal says. “She moved through life without department’s Crime Scene Unit and Dive Team, knowing how small she was. On a search, the words I use to describe Chili are intense, fixated, and the county’s Major Crime Task Force.

Stejskal clearly loves what she does, but she motivated, and methodical. Whatever it took, points out that it’s not for everyone. It takes an she would get to the source. She never lost enormous amount of training, discipline, and focus. Chili was driven.” dedication to be a K-9 handler for law In the field, Stejskal carried the little dog in a enforcement. Still, she says there are ways backpack. She could tell if Chili had caught the anyone can experience the thrill of watching scent because she could feel a change of dogs search with their noses. behavior in her four-pawed detective. She’d start Many organized events are based on canine moving around in the bag, sniffing and digging. olfactory powers, such as earthdog, field trials, Chili, who passed away at 16 and a half Barn Hunt, scent work, and tracking. “So many years, helped solve many cases. Equally ways,” she says, “to enjoy the funny small important, she opened a new world for her packages that we know as Dachshunds.” owner, whose background had been in science writing and education.

This article originally appeared in the award“Soon after embarking down this road, I winning AKC Family Dog magazine. Originally became a reserve deputy, which I did for 10 published: May 5, 2022

An explanation and apology from Lynne Dahlén and Dr. Randy Eltringham Due to an unfortunate technical communication error, the 2023 DCA Agility and Triathlon Articles and the 2022 DCA Top Ten Rally Winners List were omitted from the published 2023 Nationals Issue of our DCA Newsletter. This information was posted in the News Section of our DCA Website, the DCA Facebook Page and the digital version of the Summer 2023 Newsletter, so we can join together as a community to congratulate those who participated in these important 2022 and 2023 competitive events with such outstanding results.

Please accept our deepest apologies and regrets regarding this unfortunate omission and publication delay. For historical purposes, these two articles and the winners list are published on the following 3 pages in this edition of our DCA Newsletter. The other corrections were missed unintentionally...we’re very sorry...

2022 Top Ten Rally Dachshunds Compiled by Denny Van Hook 1. Countryroads Limited Edition At Mainstreet SWN THD RATN CGCA CGCU TKN ATT Ml RM2 RAE2 SE BCAT RATN CGC Anne Rosenberg Lauren Ebel 6. Itzy Elizabeth 2. Bluecreeks Fox Trot BN RA CD BN RM2 RAE SWN SCNE SENE CGCA Sarah Moses Michelle F. Jewel 8. CH Lorica’s Merry Adventure 3. Little Bit Of Pixie Dust CD BN RE FDC AXP MJP MFP T2BP SE BN RMS RAE3 CA DCAT SCN SIN DDB CGCA CGCU TKE Julie Mischke ATT VHMA Jessica Gagliarde, Jessica Campbell & 4. Bluecreeks Autumns Kiss RA Lorne 0Campbell Michelle F. Jewel 9. GCHB DC Lost Creek All Good Things 5. GCH Hathor Farm’s Wait For It! At RM RAE FDC DCAT RATO CGC TKN Laci MW Dr. Cassie A. Myers & Lt. Col. Edgar L. CD BN RE FDC CGCA CGCU Myers IV Cindi Todd & Dr. Jean M. Dieden 10. Allen’s Little Maggie 6. GCH DC Willow Springs Ev-Ry Sly Fox RN VCD1 RE FDC OAP AJP JE CAA FCAT Beverly Allen

This winner wasn’t published for the Rally Regional Results on Page 78 for Rally Novice A 3rd McFadden's Neville Longbottom NAP OJP OFP BCAT ACT2 ACT1J S. Averill pts.: 75.0 “Chip” was inadvertently not included in the 2022 DCA Versatility Certificate winners: Kochana’s Hot Chocolate of Hacienda CD BN RM RAE NAP NJP NFP CA DCAT SWN SEA SIA CGCA CGCU TKE ATT VHMA VC Owned, trained and handled by Jessica McCarron

The picture of DCA Smooth Winners Dog, Bessdach Winning Solves Everything, was not featured in the DCA National article showing the class winners. DCA is working on having ALL win pictures from the contracted photographer forwarded to the newsletter editor, not just the ones that were purchased by the dogs owners.

Below is the complete lists of Candidates for the 2025 DCA Nationals, Jerry Cerasini will be the judge for the smooth variety (initially missed in the summer issue).

REPORT OF TELLERS (Election of DCA 2025 National Specialty Judges) Dachshund Club of America, Inc. Total Number of Ballots Received 361 Illegal Ballots 2 (More than one checkmark per variety column) (Voted three times for candidates) MARY V. HOLUB, PRP-R, Chairman of Tellers Christopher Registered Unit, National Association of Parliamentarians

Candidates for Wirehaired Judges Received Janet Schwalbe (GA) 107 John Mayhall (OR) 42 John Wade (NV) 40 Pamela Peat (AZ) 24 Michael Canalizo (NY) 22 John Brading (NC) 19 Jerry Cerasini (GA) 18 Christine Erickson (AZ) 16 Luis Sosa (LA) 15 Andra O’Connell (NY) 14 Mary Olich Nie (CA) 13 Dan Harrison (IN) 12

Candidates for Longhaired Judges Received Dan Harrison (IN) 52 Andra O’Connell (NY) 50 Mary Olich Nie (CA) 42 Pamela Peat (AZ) 34 Jerry Cerasini (GA) 31 John Wade (NV) 24 Michael Canalizo (NY) 23 Janet Schwalbe (GA) 21 Luis Sosa (LA) 20 John Brading (NC) 18 John Mayhall (OR) 10 Christine Erickson (AZ) 9

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Candidates for Smooth Judges Received Jerry Cerasini (GA) 90 John Wade (NV) 61 Michael Canalizo (NY) 33 Dan Harrison (IN) (Tied) 24 Pamela Peat (AZ) (Tied) 24 Mary Olich Nie (CA) 23 Andra O’Connell (NY) 21 John Brading (NC) 17 John Mayhall (OR) 16 Janet Schwalbe (GA) 12 Luis Sosa (LA) 11 Christine Erickson (AZ) 10

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DCA Agility 2023 Two Trials, Great Courses, Wonderful Teams!

By Denny Van Hook DCA 2023 Agility was a BLAST!! Some very experienced competitors mixed in with a bunch of great new handlers and dogs to make the day a lot of fun. There were dogs that have been competing for years and some who only compete once a year at Nationals.

Dachshund Agility has grown over the years from a small group of crazy enthusiasts to some real wonderful and talented competitors.

course changes. It was a real pleasure to work with her!

We tried a few new things this year with agility at DCA 2023. First, at the request of many exhibitors, we ran two trials in one day! At closing, we had 90 entries in the three types of classes in the first trial and 59 entries in the two types of classes in the second trial, a very good showing!

Starting at 8 am, the first trial was the “official DCA National Agility Trial” for purposes of awards and the Triathlon competition. The second trial was a DCA sponsored trial. That sounds like it would be easy to

5. DCA Sponsored Jumpers with Weaves (Master, Excellent, Open, Novice) This plan was great for minimizing moving big equipment like the Dog Walk, Teeter, and AFrame but created an interesting question that meant we had to call AKC in the middle of the day. Specifically, we needed to know if a dog was able to move up from one class to another on the same day. For example, if a dog finished his Open title in the first trial could they move up to Excellent for the second trial even though

The teams of dogs and people are always enjoyable to watch as they work together to navigate the courses.

Our superb judge was a “dachshund person”, Ronda Bermke. She drove down from a judging assignment in Wisconsin the night before, judged our two agility trials on Monday, and went on to judge the host show breed competition on Tuesday. She is truly an “Energizer Bunny!” Her courses were challenging but dachshund-friendly and very well nested to minimize time needed for

manage, but to make it more interesting. . . and to save time on resetting courses (so we could get done on time), we also ran both trials (sort of) at the same time.

The order of the classes was: 1. DCA Nationals FAST (Master, Excellent, Open, Novice) 2. DCA Nationals Standard (Master, Excellent, Open, Novice) 3. DCA Sponsored Standard (Master, Excellent, Open, Novice) 4. DCA Nationals Jumpers with Weaves (Master, Excellent, Open, Novice) the two trials were only minutes apart. We didn’t get a final answer from AKC until several days later because they had never had to answer that question before. The bottom line was that if the Trial Secretary was willing to do it, AKC would support it! And we had an absolutely wonderful Trial Secretary, Theresa Concoran of GameOn

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K9Events, who was more than willing to work with us! Next year we will make it clear in the Premium List so there are no questions about move ups.

We also hired a local agility stewards service, Dog Agility Show Services (DASS). Several of their stewards were also local dachshund people, including Kevin, Melissa, and Rachael Fritz.

DASS tackled some of the major jobs like Scribe, Timer, and Chief Course Builder, but many thanks are also due to all of those competitors who stepped up and volunteered to fill in the blanks. The trials ran very smoothly because of all the willing helpers. They deserve a very big

THANK YOU!!

A worker’s raffle, with many wonderful donated items, and a good supply of chocolate candy were a big hit and a small reward to those who pitched in to help. A hardy congratulations to the winners for this year (based on clean and fast runs): High Scoring Dog in Regular Standard Classes: “Evan!” DC Sharpree's Lightning (Bug) in a Bottle CD RN TDU AX MXJ JE Sharon McDonald High Scoring Dog in Regular Jumpers Classes: “Evan!” DC Sharpree's Lightning (Bug) in a Bottle CD RN TDU AX MXJ JE Sharon McDonald High Scoring Dog in Preferred Standard Classes “Nova” Re:Joyce New Star RA MXP4

2023 DCA Triathlon Competition Versatile “Do It All” Dachshunds, Handlers and Teams Couldn’t Be More Proud!

By Connie Fisher

For the DCA Triathlon competition this year, we had 11 teams participating in three or more DCA performance events which included the DCA field trial, earthdog test, obedience/rally trials and agility trial. DCA did not host an eligible tracking event this year.

However, in this instance, as in the past, participants that qualify in any Tracking Test in the year prior to DCA may list that participation and subsequent qualification towards the Triathlon Award.

Of the 11 DCA Triathlon teams, seven scored points and every team received a DCA medallion and certificate recognizing their skill and efforts.

DC Indiana Jones Aus Der Wutzelgrube, CDX, BN, RA, TDX, OA, OAJ,

MXPB PADP MJP6 MJPS PAX XFP T2BP Sara Zislin High Scoring Dog in Preferred Jumpers Classes “MO” CH Bonaire’s Eeny Meeny Miny MO Carole Krivanich and Sally Waldie

Looking forward to next year and another successful TWO trials!!

MXE, BCAT, SCN, DJ, CGC, TKA, FITG was our 2023 Triathlon Dog of the Year, an award earned by the dog scoring the most points in this year’s Triathlon competition. Indy is owned, trained and handled by Shawn M. Nies and was bred by Anika Ringwelski. Of special mention, this dog was a past Triathlon winner and is now a veteran at the tender age of seven.

In second place was Sharon McDonald’s “Evan.” Sharon is also the owner of the third place dog, “Raycer.” Our fourth place winner was Sally Miller with “Roxy.” Congratulations to all of these talented “Do It All” dogs! You are an inspiration!

As Triathlon Chairman, I am hoping to introduce some new additions to the Triathlon competition for 2024, so stand-by for more information. I’m looking forward to having many more participants working towards the coveted title of “Triathlon Dog of the Year!” Could it be YOU? Give it a try!

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Events Approved

by AKC per their website as of 8/26/2023 Only those events approved by AKC before this publication is printed are listed.

Contact the Event Chairs of these events with any questions.

Albany Capital District Dachshund Club September 29, 2023 Sampson State Park 6096 Rte 96A Romulus, NY

Dachshund Club of Greater Buffalo September 30, 2023 Sampson State Park 6096 Rte 96A Romulus, NY

Dachshund Club of California October 6, 2023 Canyon RV Park 24001 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Sierra Dachshund Breeders Club of Los Angeles County October 7, 2023 Canyon RV Park, 24001 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA Web Site: http://www.Sierra-Dachshund-Breeders-Club.org

Dachshund Fanciers of Central Virginia October 7, 2023 Frederick Co. Fairgrounds 250 Fairgrounds Road, Clear Brook, VA Web Site: http://dachshundva.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Dachshund Fanciers of Central Virginia October 7, 2023 Frederick Co. Fairgrounds 250 Fairgrounds Road, Clear Brook, VA Web Site: http://dachshundva.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100

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Closing Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 Event Chair: Kristen Gerling 4155 Holley Byron Rd., Holley, NY 14470-9019 kristen.gerling@gmail.com • 610-724-1797 For additional information contact: Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., Superintendent P.O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610-0898 (610) 376-1880 • info@raudogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Ms. JoAnne M. Buehler Ms. JoAnne M. Buehler Ms. JoAnne M. Buehler

Hound Group: Junior Show: Obedience:

Mr. Robert R Frost Rick Blanchard Mrs. Betsy Horn Humer

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023 Event Chair: Mrs. Holly York Schotz 3807 Irish Road, Wilson, NY 14172 hschotz@roadrunner.com • 716-751-9185 For additional information contact: Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., Superintendent P.O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610-0898 (610) 376-1880 • info@raudogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Event Chair: Lisa M. Pino 11166 Big Dipper Dr., Jurupa Valley, CA 91752-2111 crazyqlisa@aol.com • 951-743-6798 For additional information contact: Eileen Parr, Event Secretary 18780 Munsee Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307-1426 (760) 996-9048 • parrkees@mac.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Jerry Cerasini (S) Jerry Cerasini (W) Jerry Cerasini

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Event Chair: Juliet Rigtrup 13455 Olive Tree Lane, Poway, CA 92064 zoimom@cox.net • 619-540-7866 For additional information contact: Eileen Parr, Event Secretary 18780 Munsee Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307 (760) 946-9048 • parrkees@mac.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Marilyn Hickok (p) (S) Marilyn Hickok (p) W) Marilyn Hickok (p) Junior Show: To Be Assigned

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Event Chair: Meredith Averitt P.O. Box 38, 122 Skillman Dr., Toano, VA 23168-0038 averdachs@gmail.com • 757-810-8349 For additional information contact: Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Jan Schirmer Jan Schirmer Jan Schirmer

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Event Chair: Meredith Averitt P.O. Box 38, 122 Skillman Dr., Toano, VA 23168-0038 averdachs@gmail.com • 757-810-8349 For additional information contact: Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (L) (L)

Dianne R. Graham Dianne R. Graham Dianne R. Graham

Hound Group: Junior Show: Obedience:

Junior Show:

Mrs. Olga Gagne Mrs. Olga Gagne Mrs. Olga Gagne Ms. Ann H. Roth Lori Pelletier (p) Mrs. Betsy Horn Humer

Jerry Cerasini (p)

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All dates, times and addresses are as accurate as possible before the newsletter deadline date. Please consult the show secretaries or superintendents for any further information.

Sierra Dachshund Breeders Club of Los Angeles County October 8, 2023

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Event Chair: Juliet Rigtrup 13455 Olive Tree Lane, Poway, CA 92064 zoimom@cox.net • 619-540-7866 For additional information contact: Eileen Parr, Event Secretary 18780 Munsee Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307 (760) 946-9048 • parrkees@mac.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Michelle Quesada (p) (S) Michelle Quesada (p) (W) Michelle Quesada (p)

Metropolitan Washington Closing Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Michele Ferreira Dachshund Club P.O. Box 12, Lovettsville, VA 20180 mwdc.info@gmail.com • 540-822-4360 October 8, 2023

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mrs. Andra O’Connell (S) Mrs. Andra O’Connell (W) Mrs. Andra O’Connell

Canyon RV Park, 24001 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA Web Site: http://www.Sierra-Dachshund-Breeders-Club.org

Frederick Co. Fairgrounds 250 Fairgrounds Road Clear Brook, VA Entries for this event are limited to: 100

For additional information contact: Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com

Metropolitan Washington Closing Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Michele Ferreira Dachshund Club P.O. Box 12, Lovettsville, VA 20180 mwdc.info@gmail.com • 540-822-4360 October 8, 2023

Junior Show:

Junior Show:

Michelle Quesada

Mrs. Andra O’Connell (p)

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Frederick R. Vogel (S) Frederick R. Vogel (W) Frederick R. Vogel

Frederick Co. Fairgrounds 250 Fairgrounds Road Clear Brook, VA Entries for this event are limited to: 100

For additional information contact: Georjan Bridger, Event Secretary P.O. Box 21352, Salem, OR 97307-1352 (503) 931-7099 • georjiesdogevents@gmail.com

Desert Valley Dachshund Club October 20, 2023

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Event Chair: Philip Benway 1810 N 202nd Avenue, Buckeye, AZ 85396 philipbenway@gmail.com • 602-885-1324 For additional information contact: Cheryl Cazier, Event Secretary 2626 N 34 Place • Phoenix, AZ 85018 (602) 885-2165 • showsbycheryl@gmail.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Dr. Ronald I. Spritzer (S) Dr. Ronald I. Spritzer (W) Dr. Ronald I. Spritzer

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Event Chair: Philip Benway 1810 N 202nd Avenue, Buckeye, AZ 85396 philipbenway@gmail.com • 602-885-1324 For additional information contact: Cheryl Cazier, Event Secretary 2626 N 34 Place • Phoenix, AZ 85018 (602) 885-2165 • showsbycheryl@gmail.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mrs. Carol Spritzer (S) Mrs. Carol Spritzer (W) Mrs. Carol Spritzer

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Event Chair: Philip Benway 1810 N 202nd Avenue, Buckeye, AZ 85396 philipbenway@gmail.com • 602-885-1324 For additional information contact: Cheryl Cazier, Event Secretary 2626 N 34 Place • Phoenix, AZ 85018 (602) 885-2165 • showsbycheryl@gmail.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Dr. Kenneth H. Levison (S) Dr. Kenneth H. Levison (W) Dr. Kenneth H. Levison

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Event Chair: Philip Benway 1810 N 202nd Avenue, Buckeye, AZ 85396 philipbenway@gmail.com • 602-885-1324 For additional information contact: Cheryl Cazier, Event Secretary 2626 N 34 Place • Phoenix, AZ 85018 (602) 885-2165 • showsbycheryl@gmail.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Ms. Lexa Richmond (S) Ms. Lexa Richmond (W) Ms. Lexa Richmond

Crowne Plaza Resort One San Marcos Place Chandler, AZ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Desert Valley Dachshund Club October 20, 2023 Crowne Plaza Resort One San Marcos Place Chandler, AZ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Desert Valley Dachshund Club October 21, 2023 Crowne Plaza Resort One San Marcos Place Chandler, AZ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Desert Valley Dachshund Club October 22, 2023 Crowne Plaza Resort One San Marcos Place Chandler, AZ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

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All dates, times and addresses are as accurate as possible before the newsletter deadline date. Please consult the show secretaries or superintendents for any further information.

Lincolnland Dachshund Club October 28, 2023 Capitol Canine Training Club 209 E. Walnut Street Chatham, IL Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Lincolnland Dachshund Club October 28, 2023 Capitol Canine Training Club 209 E. Walnut Street Chatham, IL Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Lincolnland Dachshund Club October 29, 2023 Capitol Canine Training Club 209 E. Walnut Street Chatham, IL Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Dachshund Fanciers Association of Berks County November 18, 2023 The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA

Dachshund Fanciers of Southwestern Washington December 2, 2023 Clark Co. Fairgrounds, 17402 NE Delfel Rd. Ridgefield, WA • Web Site: http://www.dfsw.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Dachshund Club of Metropolitan Atlanta December 2, 2023 Georgia Ntl. Fairgrounds & Agricenter 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry, GA Web Site: http://www.dcma-atl.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Dachshund Club of Metropolitan Atlanta December 3, 2023 Georgia Ntl. Fairgrounds & Agricenter 401 Larry Walker Parkway, Perry, GA Web Site: http://www.dcma-atl.org Entries for this event are limited to: 100

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Closing Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Karen Osburn 849 N. Oxford Rd.,Springfield, IL 62702 karen.e.13@att.net • 217-415-8785 For additional information contact: Lindi Kershaw, Event Secretary P.O. Box 22107, C/O MB-F Inc., Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (339) 379-9352 • approvals@infodog.com

Judges: Breed: (L) Robert Schwalbe (S) Robert Schwalbe (W) Robert Schwalbe Junior Show: Robert Schwalbe Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Karen Osburn 849 N. Oxford Rd.,Springfield, IL 62702 karen.e.13@att.net • 217-415-8785 For additional information contact: Lindi Kershaw, Event Secretary P.O. Box 22107, C/O MB-F Inc., Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (339) 379-9352 • approvals@infodog.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) W)

Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe

Junior Show:

Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe

Closing Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 Event Chair: Ms. Karen Osburn 849 N. Oxford Rd.,Springfield, IL 62702 karen.e.13@att.net • 217-415-8785 For additional information contact: Lindi Kershaw, Event Secretary P.O. Box 22107, C/O MB-F Inc., Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (339) 379-9352 • approvals@infodog.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Jerry Cerasini Jerry Cerasini Jerry Cerasini

Junior Show:

Jerry Cerasini (p)

Closing Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 Event Chair: Nancy Dougherty P.O. Box 121, Lewisville, PA 19351-0121 ndoughe982@aol.com • 610-207-5990 For additional information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 • mbf@infodog.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Closing Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 Event Chair: Clair L. Mancha 2121 SE Courtney Ave., Portland, OR 97222 claire@whiz.to • 503-516-6449 For additional information contact: Karen Burgess, Event Secretary 12506 NE 30th St., Vancouver, WA 98682 (360) 839-8672 • dakaarcsp@msn.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mr. Ronald Lukins (S) Mr. Ronald Lukins (W) Mr. Ronald Lukins

Closing Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 Event Chair: Robert E. Schwalbe 71 Valley Way, Pendergrass, GA 30567-3454 reschwalbe@yahoo.com • 706-693-7142 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Frederick R. Vogel (S) Frederick R. Vogel (W) Frederick R. Vogel

Closing Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023 Event Chair: Robert E. Schwalbe 71 Valley Way, Pendergrass, GA 30567-3454 reschwalbe@yahoo.com • 706-693-7142 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mrs. Jane T. Fowler (S) Mrs. Jane T. Fowler (W) Mrs. Jane T. Fowler

Junior Show:

Mr. Alfred J. Ferruggiaro Mr. Alfred J. Ferruggiaro Mr. Alfred J. Ferruggiaro Vicki E. Allenbrand

Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.

Junior Show:

Junior Show:

Sue A. L. Rekuc

Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe

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Florida East Coast Dachshund Club December 15, 2023 Orange Cty Convention Center N/S Bldg North/South Building 9899 International Drive, Orlando, FL Web Site: http://www.floridaeastcoastdachshundclub.com

Mississippi Dachshund Club January 13, 2024 Mississippi State Fairgrounds 1207 Mississippi St., Jackson, MS Web Site: http://www.msdachshund.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Mississippi Dachshund Club January 14, 2024 Mississippi State Fairgrounds 1207 Mississippi St., Jackson, MS Web Site: http://www.msdachshund.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Florida Gulf Coast Dachshund Club January 19, 2024 Florida Classic Park 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville, FL Web Site: http://fgcdachshundclub.com/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Florida Gulf Coast Dachshund Club January 20, 2024 Florida Classic Park 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville, FL Web Site: http://fgcdachshundclub.com/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Desert Valley Dachshund Club February 1, 2024 Arizona State Fairgrounds 1826 W McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Desert Valley Dachshund Club February 2, 2024 Arizona State Fairgrounds 1826 W McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Closing Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023 Event Chair: Lauren May 180 Trinidad Drive, Merritt Island, FL 32953 laurenmay4136@gmail.com • 321-698-5165 For additional information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 • mbf@infodog.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Miss Margaret Peat (p) Miss Margaret Peat (p) Miss Margaret Peat (p)

Junior Show:

Miss Margaret Peat

Closing Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023 Event Chair: Kathy McGehee 336 Nations Ln. SE, Brookhaven, MS 39601 kathymcgehee52@gmail.com • 601-835-6764 For additional information contact: Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., Superintendent P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 (405) 427-8181 • mail@onofrio.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Ms. Gloria Kerr Ms. Gloria Kerr Ms. Gloria Kerr

Junior Show:

Ms. Gloria Kerr

Closing Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023 Event Chair: Kathy McGehee 336 Nations Ln. SE, Brookhaven, MS 39601 kathymcgehee52@gmail.com • 601-835-6764 For additional information contact: Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., Superintendent P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 (405) 427-8181 • mail@onofrio.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Mrs. Linda Hurlebaus Mrs. Linda Hurlebaus Mrs. Linda Hurlebaus

Junior Show:

Mrs. Linda Hurlebaus (p)

Closing Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024 Event Chair: Heather With 415 Greyoaks Ct., Debary, FL 32713 hwith02@yahoo.com • 386-216-6291 For additional information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 • mbf@infodog.com

Judges: Breed: (L) John P. Wade (S) John P. Wade (W) John P. Wade Junior Show: John P .Wade Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.

Closing Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024 Event Chair: Heather With 415 Greyoaks Ct., Debary, FL 32713 hwith02@yahoo.com • 386-216-6291 For additional information contact: MB-F Inc., Superintendent P.O. Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107 (336) 379-9352 • mbf@infodog.com

Judges: Breed: (L) Patricia V. Trotter (S) Patricia V. Trotter (W) Patricia V. Trotter Junior Show: Patricia V. Trotter Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.

Closing Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Event Chair: Phillip Benway 1810 N 202nd Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85396-8712 Philipbenway@gmail.com • 602-885-1324 For additional information contact: Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., Superintendent P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 (405) 427-8181 • mail@onofrio.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Patricia Taylor (S) Patricia Taylor (W) Patricia Taylor

Closing Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Event Chair: Phillip Benway 1810 N 202nd Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85396-8712 Philipbenway@gmail.com • 602-885-1324 For additional information contact: Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., Superintendent P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 (405) 427-8181 • mail@onofrio.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Diane Young McCormack Diane Young McCormack Diane Young McCormack

Junior Show:

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Desert Valley Dachshund Club February 3, 2024 Arizona State Fairgrounds 1826 W McDowell Rd. Phoenix, AZ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Dachshund Club of St. Louis, Inc. March 1, 2024 Purina Farms 300 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dachshund-stl.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Dachshund Club of St. Louis, Inc. March 1, 2024 Purina Farms 300 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dachshund-stl.org/ Entries for this event are limited to: 100

Florida East Coast Dachshund Club April 26, 2024 South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL Web Site: http://www.floridaeastcoastdachshundclub.com

Florida East Coast Dachshund Club April 26, 2024 South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL Web Site: http://www.floridaeastcoastdachshundclub.com

Florida East Coast Dachshund Club April 27, 2024 South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL Web Site: http://www.floridaeastcoastdachshundclub.com

Florida East Coast Dachshund Club April 27, 2024 South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL Web Site: http://www.floridaeastcoastdachshundclub.com

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Closing Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Event Chair: Phillip Benway 1810 N 202nd Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85396-8712 Philipbenway@gmail.com • 602-885-1324 For additional information contact: Onofrio Dog Shows, L.L.C., Superintendent P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0764 (405) 427-8181 • mail@onofrio.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mrs. Claire (Kitty) K. Steidel (S) Mrs. Claire (Kitty) K. Steidel (W) Mrs. Claire (Kitty) K. Steidel

Closing Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Event Chair: Lauren Ebel 1703 Menard Dr., Belleville, IL 62220 lme327@hotmail.com • 618-960-7550 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) Mrs. Gretchen Bernardi (S) Mrs. Gretchen Bernardi (W) Mrs. Gretchen Bernardi Junior Show: Mrs. Carole A. Wilson Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.

Closing Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Event Chair: Lauren Ebel 1703 Menard Dr., Belleville, IL 62220 lme327@hotmail.com • 618-960-7550 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Patrick C. Byrne Patrick C. Byrne Patrick C. Byrne

Closing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Susan Halpin 7641 Apache Blvd., Loxahatchee, FL 33470-3124 purplemartins@me.com • 561-315-0408 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Mrs. Karen C. Wilson Mrs. Karen C. Wilson Mrs. Karen C. Wilson

Junior Show:

Chatham Napoli (p)

Closing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Lauren May 180 Trinidad Drive, Merritt Island, FL 32953 laurenmay4136@gmail.com • 321-698-5165 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Robert Schwalbe Robert Schwalbe Robert Schwalbe

Junior Show:

Robert Schwalbe (p)

Closing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Lauren May 180 Trinidad Drive, Merritt Island, FL 32953 laurenmay4136@gmail.com • 321-698-5165 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe

Junior Show:

Mrs. Janet M. Schwalbe

Closing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Susan Halpin 7641 Apache Blvd., Loxahatchee, FL 33470-3124 purplemartins@me.com • 561-315-0408 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Mrs. Danelle M. Brown Mrs. Danelle M. Brown Mrs. Danelle M. Brown

Junior Show:

Junior Show:

Mrs. Claire (Kitty) K Steidel

Mr. Blake Christian Hansen

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S P E C I A LT I E S ...

All dates, times and addresses are as accurate as possible before the newsletter deadline date. Please consult the show secretaries or superintendents for any further information.

Dachshund Club of Santa Ana Valley April 27, 2024 Canyon RV Park 24001 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA Web Site: http://www.dcsav.org/

Dachshund Club of Santa Ana Valley April 28, 2024 Canyon RV Park 24001 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA Web Site: http://www.dcsav.org/

Florida East Coast Dachshund Club April 28, 2024 South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL Web Site: http://www.floridaeastcoastdachshundclub.com

Florida East Coast Dachshund Club April 28, 2024 South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd.

West Palm Beach, FL Web Site: http://www.floridaeastcoastdachshundclub.com

Dachshund Club of St. Louis, Inc. May 21, 2024 Purina Farms 300 Checkerboard Drive Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dachshund-stl.org/

Dachshund Club of America, Inc. May 22, 2024 Purina Farms 300 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org

Dachshund Club of America, Inc. May 23-25, 2024 Purina Farms 300 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Web Site: http://www.dachshundclubofamerica.org

Closing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Steve Shultz 3817 Seven Oaks Dr., Corona, CA 92881-0737 cherevee@sbcglobal.net • 951-314-8091 For additional information contact: Eileen A. Parr, Event Secretary 18780 Munsee Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307-1426 (760) 946-9048 • parrkees@mac.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mr. Walter “Wally” M. Jones (S) Mr. Walter “Wally” M. Jones (W) Mr. Walter “Wally” M. Jones Junior Show: Mr. Walter “Wally” M Jones (p) Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.

Closing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Steve Shultz 3817 Seven Oaks Dr., Corona, CA 92881-0737 cherevee@sbcglobal.net • 951-314-8091 For additional information contact: Eileen A. Parr, Event Secretary 18780 Munsee Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307-1426 (760) 946-9048 • parrkees@mac.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mrs. Anne M. Schmidt (S) Mrs. Anne M. Schmidt (W) Mrs. Anne M. Schmidt Junior Show: Mrs. Anne M. Schmidt Please contact event secretary/superintendent or review premium list for Sweepstakes class and judge information.

Closing Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Lauren May 180 Trinidad Drive, Merritt Island, FL 32953 laurenmay4136@gmail.com • 321-698-5165 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Thomas L. Kirstein Thomas L. Kirstein Thomas L. Kirstein

Junior Show:

Thomas L. Kirstein

Closing Date: Wednesday - April 10, 2024 Event Chair: Susan Halpin 7641 Apache Blvd., Loxahatchee, FL 33470-3124 phoenixwhippets@icloud.com • 561-779-7669 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Nicolas DeBedout Nicolas DeBedout Nicolas DeBedout

Closing Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024 Event Chair: Kevin Fritz 1500 Parkspur Ln., Fenton, MO 63026 fritzfamily123@yahoo.com • 314-800-8376 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

Judges: Breed: (L) (S) (W)

Mrs. Andra O’Connell Mr. Robert J. Wlodkowski Diane Young McCormack

Junior Show:

Diane Young McCormack

Closing Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Event Chair: Mrs. Janet Schwalbe 71 Valley Way, Pendergrass, GA 30567 jmschwalbe@yahoo.com • 404-295-4414 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Judges: Breed: (L) Mr. Ryan Lee Horvath (S) Mr. Luis F. Sosa (W) Dr. Edna K Martin Obedience: Mr. Fred Buroff

Closing Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Event Chair: Mrs. Janet Schwalbe 71 Valley Way, Pendergrass, GA 30567 jmschwalbe@yahoo.com • 404-295-4414 For additional information contact: Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent P.O. Box C, Sturgeon, MO 65284-0397 (573) 687-2101 • info@foytrentdogshows.com

AKC National Owner-Handled Series Points For Reserve Available Judges: Breed: (L) Ms. Sue L Bennett (S) Mrs. Debbie L. Melgreen (W) Robert Schwalbe Junior Show: Mrs. Debbie L Melgreen

Junior Show:

Marianne McCullough

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May 17

May 23

• Earthdog Practice. Purina Farms

• DCA Annual Meeting • DCA National Sweepstakes • DCA National Rally Trial

May 18 • Dachshund Club of St. Louis Earth Dog

May 24 May19

• DCA National Specialty • BOV - Smooth • DCA National Obedience Trial • DCA Awards Dinner

• DCA National Earth Dog

May 20 • Purina Move In • DCA Host Agility Events • DCA National Agility • DCA Welcome Party

BRED FOR CONFORMATION.

BORN TO STAND OUT.

May 25

May 21 • DCSTL Specialty • DCA Board Host Obedience & Rally

• DCA Junior Showmanship • DCA Parade of Veterans • DCA National Specialty BOV – Longs & Wires Inter Variety

May 22 • DCA Board Host Show with NOHS by variety & Juniors • 2nd DCA Board Host Obedience & Rally

Check on the DCA 2024 Face Book Page for the latest information, all the updates and exciting events planned!

The Madison Area Dachshund Club will host the Dachshund Club of America 2024 National Field Trial April 20-21, at the Northern Illinois Brace Club in Roscoe, Illinois (pending AKC approval).

Stakes will be run consecutively over the two days, with Open Bitches and FC Bitches likely running on Saturday, followed by Open Dogs and FC Dogs on Sunday.

Michael Nothstein and Stacey Sullivan have accepted the assignments to judge the FC Dog and FC Bitch stakes, and Wendy Snyder and Val Higginbotham have accepted the assignments to judge the Open Dog and Open Bitch stakes.

The Madison Area Dachshund Club will host two trials over three days April 22-24.

It is anticipated that two trials over three days will allow stakes to be run consecutively.

MADC is in the process of inviting judges for their trials.

At this time, it is anticipated that the annual awards dinner will be held on Sunday, April 21 at the club grounds.

Event Chair: Cheri Faust • cherifaust@gmail.com • 608-381-0831

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St. Louis Dachshund Club IQ: Randy Eltringham Novice: Alice Carter Junior: Jody Dean Senior: Lucy Shinkle Master: Denise Faulkner DCA IQ: Denny Van Hook Novice: Connie Fisher Junior: Linda Schweitzer Senior: Elizabeth Ellis Master: Cindi Todd

Agility DCA Host Shows Ronda Bermke DCA National Show Ronda Bermke

DCA Rally DCA Host Show 1 – Fred Buroff DCA Host Show 2 – Fred Buroff DCA National – James Comunale

Obedience DCA Host Show 1 – Fred Buroff DCA Host Show 2 – Fred Buroff DCA National – James Comunale

Tracking

To be determined

Conformation St. Louis DC Specialty Long – Andra O’Connell Smooth – Bob Wlodkowski Wire – Diane McCormack Juniors – Diane McCormack

DCA Board Host Show Long – Ryan Horvath Smooth – Luis Sosa Wire – Midge Martin Juniors – Emi Pedraza DCA National Specialty Long – Sue Bennett Smooth – Debbie Melgreen Wire – Robert Schwalbe Juniors – Debbie Melgreen DCA National Sweeps Long – Kathy Lockyer Smooth – Walter Cunningham Wire – Emi Pedraza

May 17-25, 2024 Purina Farms, 200 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO Host Hotel - Holiday Inn Six Flags: Eureka, MO

$129.95 plus tax nightly Room rate - standard room 2 queen beds, two room limit per reservation $35 non refundable dog show fee Reservations by phone only by 4/17/2024: 800-782-8108 or 636-938 6661 (mention DCA to secure room rate)

AUTUMN 2023, Volume XLVII, Number 3

The Dachshund Club of America Newsletter Lynne Dahlén, Editor N961 Mayflower Road Appleton, WI 54913 Official DCA Website: dachshundclubofamerica.org

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