President`s Message - Hurricane Ridge Kennel Club

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Brags!
2
HRKC Calendar
5
Let’s Get Together and
Talk About Obedience
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and Rally
Membership News
5
HRKC Christmas Party
6
The Rainbow Bridge
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Why Dog Show Entries
Decline… Part 1 of 2
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Medical News
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HSUS Lies to Congress...
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Legislative News
12
Newsletter Survey
12
HRKC General Meeting
13
Little-Minded Littleton vs.
Bob Attleson
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HRKC Buyer Beware
16
HRKC Information
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President’s Message
Fall is here. The leaves are falling, the days are shorter, and soon it
will be time to elect new Officers. I would like to remind everyone that all
club members can run for an office, and if you have an interest please
contact Melissa Smith to let her know you would like an opportunity to
serve our club. We certainly need more members to share in the work of
running the club, just as we have needed volunteers to help with our
shows and agility trials. The volunteer turnout was fantastic for those
events, so please consider giving a little of your time as a club officer.
It is a very rewarding experience.
As I was driving to the Salem show, for the first time since I cannot
remember when, I saw gas prices at $2.21 a gallon. Yippee! It makes
going to dog shows easier on the pocketbook when I don‘t have to take
out a second mortgage to fill up the RV. Unfortunately, there are fewer
shows during the winter season, and somehow I don‘t think these gas
prices are going to stick around for our summer show
and agility trials! But it would be nice.
On a personal note, I would also like to invite all of you to come out to the
Port Angeles Festival of Trees at the Vern Burton Center on the
Saturday and Sunday after Thanksgiving. I have been very involved
in this event for the past 14 years, and this year I am very excited to be
doing a dog lover‘s tree called, ―Merry Woofness‖. I‘m sure you will all
enjoy this tree, so if you get a chance to stop by, please put your vote in
for the People‘s Choice Award.
Finally, I am looking for a program for our January meeting so if anyone
has a breed or dog-related passion, and is willing to share it with our club
at the January meeting, please contact me as soon as possible.
We’re on the Web!
www.hrkc.org
- Susan Parr
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Brags and Puppies...
Doris Brown has been celebrating since June, with the completion of three Championships in five months, plus puppies!
Above left, is Nikki (Ch. Imperial's Snoview Blue Czar), a blue merle male sheltie who
finished his championship in October.
Above right, is Bear (Ch. Dan Dee Country Dreamer), a sable and white male sheltie who
finished his championship in June.
Below left, is Susu (Ch. Lynnlea's Jacqueline Suzanne) a sable and white sheltie bitch, who finished her
championship in September. Susu was 7 weeks pregnant at the time and has since given birth to
7 (count ‗em!) healthy puppies in October, below right with her puppies, age 9 days.
Now that‘s a lot of celebrating!
Congratulations Nikki, Bear, Susu and Doris!
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More Brags, and More Puppies...
Nancy Radich has a LOT to brag about this month! Not only is her
household increasing, but the available wall space for ribbons is
decreasing!! She may have to move to a house with bigger walls!
On October 17, Liza (above left), gave birth to two puppies (above
right), one girl & one boy, who weighed in at 4.2 oz. and 4.9 oz,
respectively. However, 10 days later, when the photo above was taken, they had put on a few more ounces, weighing in
at a little over 14 oz., and 15 oz., respectively. Liza is the half sister to Candy, shown below.
Below left and right, Nancy‘s Papillion, Candy ( MACH Ch Ezee Sweet Confection CDX RE XF) earned her CDX title at the
Gig Harbor Kennel Club Show, and two weeks later earned a High in Trial at the Toy Dog Club of Puget Sound where
she was awarded a huge blue and yellow rosette by HRKC‘s very own Chris Cornell!
Congratulations Liza, Candy and Nancy!
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… and Even More Brags!
Gabrielle LaRoche, Thom Wylie, and Nash have also been very busy, and have some wonderful wins to show for it!
On September 20 & 21, Nash (Deja Vu Back Seat Driver RN
PT CGC JHD-s) earned two legs toward his Rally Advanced
(RA) obedience title at the Gig Harbor Kennel Club Trials in
Shelton WA, September 20 & 21, 2008 under judges Cynthia
A. Rustad and Philip D. Rustad. On Saturday, the second
station was a 16" high jump followed by a slow pace heel at
the third station. Nash took the jump and landed at the third
station where he had to immediately slow down. On Sunday,
the course contained a halt, 90° pivot-right, halt; and a 90°
pivot-left, halt. There was also a half, 180° pivot right, halt.
Suffice it to say that Phil Rustad is a stickler for footwork. Despite this, Nash took 4th Place with a score of 90 out of 100!
Nash's marked improvement on Sunday is attributed to a
workout with the woolies on Saturday afternoon. Judge Philip
Rustad remarked: "He is a fun dog." We couldn't agree more!
On October 24-25, Nash finished his Championship!
Gabrielle and Thom were thrilled with Nash, Champion
Deja Vu Back Seat Driver RN PT CGC JHD-s.
Beautifully presented to Judge Betty Jo Patrick by Mike
Stone, Nash finished at the Sacramento, CA show on
Sunday, October 26, going Winners Dog for a 3-pt major.
Two days earlier, Nash won the Northern California
Briard Club Specialty on Friday, under Judge Edeltraud
Laurin, placing over specials for a 4-pt. major. He took
Breed again on Saturday under Judge Jeanne
Zuver for another 4-pt. major.
November 1, 2008—During two days of showing at
the Lower Mainland Dog Fanciers of BC in
Abbotsford Canada (billed as Canada's Largest Dog
Show), Nash, AKC-Ch Deja Vu Back Seat Driver RN
PT CGC JHD-s, went Winners Dog against Ne Orageux Assiniboine Admirer ("Rio"). Nash also took the
Breed over the special CKC-Ch. Aladax's Sorcerer
CDX AGNCH ("Dante"), under Judge Danny
Canino. Nash repeated the win the following day
under Judge Christina Hubbell. Nash, presented by
Dixie Rae and Gabrielle LaRoche, is now half way to
his Canadian Championship.
Congratulations Nash, Gabrielle and Thom!
Gabrielle La Roche and Nash, left.
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HRKC Calendar
November 12: HRKC Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Goin‘ to the Dogs., 53 Valley Center Place, Sequim.
November 19: HRKC General Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Greywolf Veterinary Clinic. 1102 E. Washington Ave., Sequim.
December 10: HRKC Christmas Party, 7:00 p.m. Cedarbrook Lavendar & Herb Farm Restaurant. Sequim.
December 17: HRKC General Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Goin to the Dogs, 53 Valley Center Place, Sequim.
Let’s Get Together and Talk About Obedience and Rally
Presented by: Pacific Northwest Obedience/Rally Judges Group
This will be an informal gathering of exhibitors and local AKC obedience and rally judges discussing what every trainer
and exhibitor should know about showing in obedience and rally. The judges will have recently attended an AKC Continuing Education Seminar with AKC Field Reps so will be up-to-date on the latest policies and interpretations.
Sunday, November 23, 2008, at PawAbilities Training Center, Tukwila, WA. Obedience: 9am-12:30pm; Rally: 1-4pm.
See the October newsletter at: www.hrkc.org/news/htm (last page) for registration details, map and driving directions.
Membership News
Email address updates:
Tom Bjelland's: [email protected]; Ute Dedmore's: [email protected]; Maryln & James Lovell:
[email protected]
Welcome New Member:
Kimberly Gibbons, PO Box 1635, Sequim, WA 98382, [email protected]. Individual Membership.
Australian Cattle Dog. Kimberly Kimberly is the office manager at Greywolf Veterinary Hospital. She is a
new exhibitor interested in obedience, agility, and herding. We look forward to working with Kimberly
to enhance the advancement of purebred dogs & the activities of HRKC.
Members are kindly requested to notify Jan Garrison of any changes to email addresses, mailing address, phone
numbers, etc., as quickly as possible. This will allow us to better serve our members, limit the number of phone calls to
obtain updates to your contact information, and ensure that you receive timely notification of club announcements and
newsletter distribution. Contact Jan with your updates at: [email protected] or (360) 683-7176.
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Are You Ready for the Christmas Party?!
The annual HRKC Christmas Dinner Party will be here before you know it!
Date and Time:
Wednesday, December 10, 7:00 p.m.
Cost:
Club Members: $25 per person
Non-Members: $32 per person
Price includes dinner, tax and gratuity. Menu below.
Location:
Cedarbrook Lavendar Farm Garden Café
1345 S. Sequim Avenue, Sequim (south of Hwy 101). Directions below.
The Hurricane Ridge Kennel Club members will have exclusive use of Cedarbrook restaurant
for our event, and we will enjoy all their holiday decorations without all the work!
There will be an optional gift exchange.
If you would like to participate bring a wrapped gift to the dinner and let the fun begin!
What you need to do to reserve your seat and dinner:
1. Confirm your attendance and the number in your party to Ron Fye, 360-681-3707.
2. Write a check payable to HRKC for the total amount for your party.
3. Deliver your check to Ron at the November 19 meeting, or mail it to: Ron Fye, HRKC Treasurer, 80
Cassidy Road, Sequim, WA 98382, on or before November 30th. Total headcount required December
1st.
Menu Highlights
Starter — Choice of soup or salad served with flower pot brioche
Main Course — Prime rib and salmon, served with seasonal vegetable and home style garlic mashed
potatoes, or a Vegetarian entrée (vegetable risotto or vegetable pasta)
Sweets — Choice of Two Desserts: White chocolate Cranberry Bread Pudding or Chocolate Cake topped
with Chocolate Ganache
Beverages — Included with dinner are: Coffee ~ Tea ~ Soft Drinks
Spirits — Not included in dinner pricing: Wine Cocktails, Champagne Cocktails, Wine, Beer or Sangria
Driving Directions
Take Hwy 101 toward Sequim. Exit at Sequim Avenue exit and go south on Sequim Avenue to
approximately where Sequim Avenue intersects with Miller Road on the left. DO NOT turn left onto Miller
Road! Instead, look to your immediate right and you will see the sign and
entrance for Cedarbrook Lavender Farm and Café, turn right into the drive and follow it past the café building
on your left to the parking lot in back. There is plenty of parking.
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The Rainbow Bridge
Our sincere condolences to members whose beloved friends have crossed the Rainbow Bridge:
Smidge, Melissa Smith‘s beloved
Brussels Griffon. Princess Smidge
was loved and admired by everyone
as she reigned from her special bed
at Country Care Veterinary clinic.
We all will miss her.
Lizzy, Hope and Jim Williams‘ beloved
Golden Retriever. As the official greeter
at Best Friend‘s Pet Store, Lizzy‘s warm
welcome will be missed by all.
“There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power.
They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues.
They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition and of unspeakable love.”
- Washington Irving
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Why Dog Show Entries Decline and Clubs Suffer—”Vendors”
Part 1 of 2—by Shirley Lawler
Entries are declining in both AKC and CFA shows. We as vendors (in case you haven't noticed) are not participating at the smaller dog shows or one-day cat shows. Why?
You drive all night, you set up early, you tear down and drive back late. So why is this a problem? We can‘t
afford it! At one day cat shows, there‘s little or no gate, i.e. spectators and the same with small, un-promoted dogs
shows. Exhibitors are busy showing their dogs/cats and do not have time to shop the vendors. Most professional dog
handlers don't buy from the vendors, they carry their supplies with them. But if you‘ve lost your brush or coat dressing,
you are desperate for a vendor! Spectators, if they show up, like to shop too. So it‘s simple; if the vendors don't cover
their expenses, next show venue they don't vend.
There is one thing AKC dog shows and CFA cat shows had better 'get'. No vendors, no gate, no show, finished. Dog
and Cat Shows are a spectator sport, it isn‘t all about comparing breeding stock. In addition to entries, it is the spectator
gate that all clubs count on. This is free money for the clubs. There is no expense related to the gate. Spectators are
extra income for clubs to offset show expenses. And most dog shows charge handsomely for vendor space, which is
also extra income. But for Vendors, the gate isn‘t ―extra‖ income, they count on spectators! That is where most of our
sales come from.
Instead of solving the problems (I will cover the second in part two) some clubs are not even putting on shows anymore.
The first solution is advertise the show! If they don‘t know about a dog or cat show event, local spectators (gate) will not
come.
Exhibitors also need gate to show off and sell puppies/cats to people interested enough to attend a show. Many people
won't buy what they cannot see. PETA and HSUS are doing their best to defeat us, including trying to sabotage dog and
cat shows and making breeders fearful of local advertising. But clubs can advertise the show, thus affording vendors,
exhibitors, and spectators the opportunity to connect. For certain we are all facing difficult times in lieu of the ARist
agenda and now the economy but you won't have a show if you do not get priorities straight. Advertising the show is a
priority!
Spectators come to see particular breeds but with most of AKC dog shows, you show your dog, you take your points and
go home or onto another show the following week-end. Since there are just a few bench shows left, potential puppy buyers come to a show to see a particular breed but by the time they get there, that breed is judged and the exhibitors are
gone except the BOB winner tucked away somewhere in the midst of the grooming area. There is nobody to talk to, ask
questions of and learn about that particular breed. Spectators rarely stick around until Group judging because they don't
want to see just one dog of each breed, they want to see several.
Did I mention also that a lot of exhibitors are just plain 'rude' and too 'obnoxious' to take the time to talk to spectators? At
least with the way cat shows are structured, you are there until the very end, as you never know if your cat will be called
for a final. There is plenty of time to chat with the 'gate' and brag about your breed.
AKC could change the way dog shows are run and educating the public should be a major concern of the show giving
clubs. Putting out pamphlets is okay but first you have to get the spectators there! Then you have to give them what they
came for – hands on time with dogs and dog breeders. Whether the clubs make it mandatory that dog show exhibitors
are not allowed to leave until after a specific time and both AKC and CFA makes show approval dependant on local
newspaper ads, perhaps even the times a breed is to be judged. Spectator gate and one-on-one educational opportunities are priorities and clubs should not be allowed to hold a show the following year unless they provide what spectators
and vendors come for.
And speaking of what spectators come for, I have noticed that at the really big shows like the Houston shows, you cannot get near the show ring to ask a question or get a card from anyone coming out of the ring. What a joke that is. A person pays to go to a dog show to decide about a particular breed they would like to inquire about and they are practically
BANISHED! They can only watch the dogs ―show off‖ in the ring and then the handler rushes off to the private grooming
section or to another ring just when the spectator thought they might get a 'hands on' experience and talk to the exhibitor… well, guess what happens?
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Next year when the show comes around, they won't even go. After all they can order their shampoos and toys on line or
go to the big box stores. They may have decided to order their puppy or kitten online, at least they got to talk to someone who is happy to answer questions.
Back to no gate, no vendors = no show clubs. I recently took issue about this with the cat fancy. Although the cats and
their breeders are much more accessible to the public, cat show entries are also down and I suggested changes be
made there too. I bluntly pointed out that it was unfair to cat show vendors to have people price shop on line and then
comparison shop cat show vendors, and then go to a dog show to buy stuff because it was cheaper! I found that absolutely appalling as it is the cat show vendors, like the dog show vendors, who support the sport.
I do not see dog show vendors recommending to feed a cheap dog food in order to help cover expenses for the next
show as was suggested by the one of the cat fancy powers to be. She even went so far as to suggest buying Wal-Mart
litter to cut expenses. The problem with this is that two major corporate sponsors for cat shows are Royal Canin pet
foods and Dr. Elsey for litter. The corporate sponsors for AKC dog shows pay a huge amount of money to the clubs.
Many clubs count on that corporate income offset the show expenses and the dog food companies bring in tons of dog
food, set up a booth and people buy like crazy. Even some show people wait to stock up on food at the shows but some
dog food sponsors no longer support dog shows. Why? Because the clubs don‘t advertise enough and cater to spectators like they used to. They got too big on the income from corporate ―vendor‖ space and forgot why they held dog
shows. So the gate dropped off, corporate support went away, and, well you see what happens. Even if you don't buy
their dog food (we do not use the main sponsored cat food), please stop by the vendor‘s booth and let them know you
appreciate them being there and supporting the club.
Next time we‘ll discuss the second reason for declining entries.
Source: The Dog Press: http://www.thedogpress.com/ClubNews/08111-dogshow-clubs_Lawler.asp
Medical News
New canine medical breakthroughs:
Canine Bone Marrow Transplants Now Being Offered At NC State University: ScienceDaily (Sept. 3, 2008) - Dogs suffering from lymphoma will be able to receive the same type of medical treatment as their human counterparts, as North
Carolina State University becomes the first university in the nation to offer canine bone marrow transplants in a clinical
setting. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/09/080903172501.htm
Newly Identified Eye Disease in Dogs Can be Easily Treated : ScienceDaily (Mar. 8, 2008) — Sinisa Grozdanic, assistant professor of veterinary medicine at Iowa State University, has identified and named an eye disease not previously
known. The disease, Immune-Mediated Retinopathy, or IMR, causes loss of function in retinal cells and, in some cases,
blindness in canines. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080304173310.htm
Gene Linked To Common Ailment In Labrador Retrievers Identified: ScienceDaily (Sep. 22, 2008) — Researchers at the
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine have identified a gene in Labrador retriever dogs highly associated with the syndrome of exercise-induced collapse (EIC).
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/09/080921162044.htm
Dalmatian Bladder Stones Caused By Gene That Regulates Uric Acid In Humans: ScienceDaily (Nov. 6, 2008) — A
gene mutation that causes high levels of uric acid in all Dalmatian dogs and bladder stones in some Dalmatians, has
been identified by a team of researchers in the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of California, Davis.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/11/081107071818.htm
Ultra-Endurance Competitors: Lessons From Sled Dogs In The Iditarod: ScienceDaily (Oct. 5, 2008) — Dogs are often
called ―man‘s best friend,‖ and rightly so. Consider, for example, that they never interrupt us when we talk, are always
happy to see us when we arrive home, and provide comfort when we are lovesick. Since dogs became domesticated
15,000 years ago, they have worked with and lived next to humans, which some say may account for the special
bond. Each of the 400 breeds and varieties are unique, but only one stands out as the ultra-athlete canine: the racing
sled dogs. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/09/080925072436.htm
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HSUS Lies To Congress, Public About New ‘PUPS’ Legislation
Would Call Out Feds On Many Non-Breeding Kennels
by JOHN YATES
American Sporting Dog Alliance
http://www.americansportingdogalliance.org
[email protected]
WASHINGTON, DC – The Humane Society of the United States is pushing new federal legislation that the radical animal
rights group claims is aimed at stopping large dog breeding kennels that skirt the law.
According to HSUS, the legislation targets only kennels that sell more than 50 puppies a year. The bill‘s sponsors, Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Rep. Sam Farr (D-CA), repeat those claims.
They are lying through their teeth, an American Sporting Dog Alliance analysis of the actual legislation shows. In fact, the
legislation targets almost every boarding, daycare, training and handling kennel in America, along with many hunt clubs
and hunting plantations. It also impacts many serious hobbyists, who have a lot of dogs even though they only raise a
couple of litters of puppies a year, our analysis shows.
Rep. Farr is the prime sponsor of H.R. 6949, and Sen. Durbin is the sponsor of its companion bill in the Senate, S. 3519.
The formal name of this legislation is the ―Puppy Uniform Protection Statute,‖ or ―PUPS.‖ It also has been nicknamed
―Baby‘s Bill,‖ after a rescued dog from a commercial kennel that is touring the country with its owner, Chicagoan Jana
Kohl. Kohl is on an HSUS-sponsored campaign against ―puppy mills,‖ and has visited several states. Her recent book
includes a photo of presidential candidate Barrack Obama, and his reported commitment to clamp down on ―puppy
mills.‖
The legislation is an amendment to the federal Animal Welfare Act, which requires federal licensure of commercial kennels (called ―dealers‖) who sell puppies wholesale to brokers or pet stores. This law does not regulate people who sell
dogs and puppies directly to the consumer.
HSUS calls this a ―loophole,‖ and has been pushing for many years to include kennels that sell directly to the buyer. Previous attempts, such as the Pet Animal Welfare Act and Sen. Durbin‘s attempted amendment to the 2008 Farm Bill, have
failed.
The PUPS legislation is the latest attempt by HSUS. Here is how HSUS describes the legislation: ―The Humane Society
of the United States and Humane Society Legislative Fund commend federal lawmakers for introducing bills that will
crack down on abusive ―puppy mills‖ in the United States — where breeding dogs are often stacked in wire cages for
years to produce litter after litter. The legislation will close a loophole in the Animal Welfare Act that currently allows
large, commercial breeders who sell puppies online and directly to the public to escape licensing and regulation.‖
Here is the fictitious HSUS description of who will be affected: ―All dog breeders who sell more than 50 puppies per year
directly to the public will be federally licensed and inspected…The bill will not affect small breeders and hobby breeders
who sell fewer than 50 dogs per year directly to the public, but is crafted to cover only the largest commercial breeding
facilities.‖ Press releases by Sen. Durbin, Rep. Farr and other members of Congress echo those claims. Here is what
the legislation actually says, in sections defining a dealer and who is exempt from licensure as a dealer:
A person or kennel owner who ―does not breed or raise more than 50 dogs for use as pets during any one-year period‖
and who sells dogs or puppies ―directly to the public for use as a pet‖ is exempt from licensure and regulation as a
dealer. Any dog is defined by the Act as a pet, regardless of its use or purpose. Thus, a person who meets that definition
does not require a federal license. The words ―breed or raise‖ are an obvious and deliberate attempt to snare many kennel and dog owners in federal regulations, including many kennels that do not breed at all. The language is very ambiguous and could be interpreted to include virtually anyone who has a lot of dogs. The term ―raise‖ is not defined in the legislation, but is generally interpreted to mean a person who keeps, cares for, houses or owns a dog or dogs.
Most professional trainers and handlers of field trial, show, obedience or performance dogs would have more than 50
dogs in their kennels over the course of a year. In fact, many trainers and handlers who employ helpers would have
more than 50 dogs at any given time, and most do not breed at all.
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A boarding kennel, dog daycare service, hound hunt club, hunting plantation or circus could be included under a definition that they ―raise‖ more than 50 dogs per year. Even many private field trialers and show dog people would have more
than 50 dogs a year in their kennels, as they often keep most of the puppies they produce to evaluate. For field trial
dogs, for example, it often takes two or three years of working with a young dog to determine if it is worthy to use for
competition or breeding.
A favorite tactic of HSUS is to deliberately use ambiguity in model legislation in order to entrap as many kennels and
dogs in the law as possible, going far beyond the stated purpose. If HSUS and its elected cronies had wanted to be honest, the legislation simply would say that it excludes anyone who sells fewer than 50 puppies a year.
It is obvious that truth is not their highest priority. The HSUS propaganda mill for this legislation continues to attack people who use the Internet to sell dogs or puppies. It attempts to link Internet sales with sick puppies and shoddy ―puppy
mills.‖ In fact, almost all of America‘s finest kennels in every breed have a presence on the Internet. Most have websites, and many run online advertisements to sell individual dogs and litters of puppies. If anything, a good case could
be made that it is almost impossible to buy a high quality puppy from a kennel that does not make use of the Internet.
The Internet simply is a reality of modern life, and a reported 80-percent of American households use it.
This smear campaign is simply another attempt by HSUS to tar dog breeders with the broadest possible brush. At best, it
shows complete ignorance of the real world of dogs. At worst, it shows a vicious attempt to defame honest and conscientious people who raise dogs.
HSUS is not an animal welfare organization. It has nothing to do with local humane societies. Instead, it is a political action and lobbying arm of the radical animal rights movement that continually pushes for tighter restrictions on animal
ownership, with each piece of legislation making a step toward its ultimate goal, which is the total elimination of animal
ownership in America.
Another section of the legislation requires all dogs kept in federally licensed kennels an hour of exercise a day, divided
into at least two separate periods. Dogs would be removed from their primary enclosures and allowed to walk for these
exercise periods.
The final section of the legislation specifically allows states to adopt more stringent standards. While a member of the
California Assembly, Farr also authored legislation to severely regulate dog breeding. Co-sponsors of PUPS in the Senate are Sen. Dianne Feinstein [D-CA], Sen. Claire McCaskill [D-MO], and Sen. Ron Wyden [D-OR]. House co-sponsors
are Reps. Judy Biggert (IL), Lois Capps (CA), Terry Everett (AL), Barney Frank (MA), Elton Gallegly (CA), Jim Gerlach
(PA), Patrick Kennedy (RI), Mark Steven Kirk (IL), Daniel Lipinski (IL), Betty McCollum (MN), Thaddeus McCotter (MI),
James McGovern (MA), Dennis Moore (KS), James Moran (VA), Patrick J. Murphy (PA), Jerrold Nadler (NY) and Janice
Schakowsky (IL).
The American Sporting Dog Alliance is urging all dog and kennel owners to immediately contact their congressman and
senator and ask them to vigorously oppose this legislation.
Link for contact information for senators: http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm.
Link to contact information for the House of Representatives: http://www.house.gov/house/MemberWWW.shtml.
The American Sporting Dog Alliance represents owners, breeders and professionals who work with breeds of dogs that
are used for hunting. We welcome people who work with other breeds, too, as legislative issues affect all of us. We are a
grassroots movement working to protect the rights of dog owners, and to assure that the traditional relationships between dogs and humans maintains its rightful place in American society and life.
The American Sporting Dog Alliance also needs your help so that we can continue to work to protect the rights of dog
owners. Your membership, participation and support are truly essential to the success of our mission. We are funded
solely by the donations of our members, and maintain strict independence.
Please visit us on the web at http://www.americansportingdogalliance.org. Our email is: [email protected]. Complete
directions to join by mail or online are found at the bottom left of each page.
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Legislative News
Washington state:
Editor’s note: If you’re one of the folks who think, “this could never happen here”, the first item should open your eyes to
the fact that these types of laws are coming faster and closer to home than you think. The second item should also grab
your attention. So far, Tacoma locals think it is cute, but consider the opportunities for dog theft, animal rights activism
and the potential for additional restrictive and negative legislative action toward breeders and dog fanciers should happen state-wide; likewise with the third item. It is up to you to voice your concerns and proactively protect your rights; no
one else will do it for you.
Tacoma:
"Police background check to own a dog in Sumner?‖ Published: October 1st, 2008.
Sumner, WA dog owners might face police background checks before they could get a pet license under one idea circulating for the city's first dangerous dog ordinance. Sumner City Councilman Matt Richardson suggested at a council
meeting Monday night that a procedure is needed to spot dangerous dogs coming into the community. The ordinance,
he said, must have "no loopholes." At the least, Richardson said, people seeking a pet license must state under pain of
perjury whether they've been convicted of a dangerous dog violation. The idea of background checks for dog owners
elicited interest among city leaders and is likely to come up again. Sumner is working on adopting rules to help it catch
up with other East Pierce County cities. Full article—http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/story/496353.html
Here is what they are doing now in Tacoma: ―Pet names database.‖ Published: November 5th, 2008.
Got a dog named Muffin? Want to know how many others there are? Or maybe you want to know if Mayor Bill Baarsma
is a pet lover. You can just browse through this database of Tacoma pet licenses, or you can search by a pet or owner's
name. Readers are also encouraged to post photos of their own pet with an explanation of his or her name to our Pet
Names photo gallery. Full article—http://wwwb.thenewstribune.com/databases/pet_names/?
name+&owner+ward&submit=Search
Monroe:
Monroe passing legislation about specific breeds (Monroe, WA): On October 28, Monroe city council was presented with
a proposed revised dangerous dog ordinance that included this insertion: ―Potentially dangerous dog also means any
dog that is known by the owner or should reasonably be known by the owner to be an Akita, American Pit Bull Terrier,
American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Cane Corso, Dogo Argentina, Dogue de Bordeaux, Kuvasz, Pit Bull Terrier,
Presa Canario, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or Tosa Inu, or breed of any dog, or any mix of dog breeds which contains as
an element of its breeding the breed of Akita, American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Cane
Corso, Dogo Argentino, Dogue de Bordeaux, Kuvasz, Pit Bull Terrier, Presa Canario, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or Tosa
Inu to be identifiable of or partially of such breeds or dogs that have an appearance…‖
You can view the entire ordinance here (pages 3-13) at:
http://www.ci.monroe.wa.us/citygov/council/packets/2008/102808.pdf?RecID=195 or email Monroe City Council at
[email protected] to voice your concerns. Please be polite but let your voice be heard on why this is
not a good idea. Your town and your dog could be next. If you are interested there is a public hearing on Nov 18th (Tues)
at 7:00 city hall, and there will be a march from Sam‘s Cats and Dogs Naturally to city hall starting at 6:30p.m. Location:
Monroe, WA.
Newsletter Survey: Eagerly Awaiting Your Responses!
Attention members! The newsletter survey should have arrived in your mailbox a few weeks ago. I hope each of
you will complete and return it in the self-addressed stamped envelope that was included, because your feedback is
very important. Although there are members who have told me they thoroughly enjoy the newsletter as it is, I also
realize that there are times when a member may want to provide feedback that is not considered positive, and are
worried they may offend me or hurt my feelings and, therefore, are reluctant to provide feedback directly. So, I
wanted to provide an opportunity for all members to give their feedback in a safe and comfortable environment.
Please, if you have not yet completed the survey, take a few minutes to do so and mail it back to me. I hope to
compile the feedback soon and share it in an upcoming newsletter.
Your prompt participation will help me deliver the results quickly. Thank you! - Elaine Booker, Newsletter Editor
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HRKC General Meeting Minutes
October 15, 2008
Officers present: Mary Franden, Vice President, Anne Andritsch, Secretary; Board members Nancy Tinker and Melissa Smith
An attendance sign-in sheet was circulated. There were 12 members present and three guests.
The meeting was called to order by Vice President Mary Franden at 7:05 p.m. on October 15, 2008. Mary asked for a roll call of the
members and guests who were present.
The minutes of the prior meeting were approved as published.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT - Mary asked if anyone would be willing to conduct a program for the November meeting. After discussion it
was decided not to have a program at the November meeting.
TREASURER’S REPORT - Ron Fye was absent. In Ron‘s absence, Mary Franden reported on expenses, income and profit.
SECRETARY’S REPORT - Anne reported to the members about the cost of advertising in the Mt. Diablo Dog Training Club‘s 2009
Dog Show Calendar. It was agreed that the club would place an ad in the Mt. Diablo Dog Training Club and purchase 10 calendars.
The cost for the ad and 10 calendars totaled $78.00. Anne will complete and mail the application on Thursday 10/16/07. Nancy
Tinker wrote the $78.00 check to be included with the application.
Anne also read a thank you note written by Old Dog Haven for the Club‘s recent contribution.
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEES
Historian: Anne brought the scrap book for everyone to review.
Agility Show: Nancy Radich was absent. It was agreed that the 2009 application for the agility trial needs to be submitted to AKC
as quickly as possible. Nancy Tinker will follow-up with Nancy Radich to see if she will continue as agility show chairman.
Newsletter & Publicity: Elaine was absent.
2009 Show: Joe Larson said he had not submitted the application to AKC. There was continued discussion whether or not to request permission to hold a 3-day show. It was determined that the application needs to be submitted as quickly as possible and that
the application should include the request to hold a 3-day show.
Chris Cornell reported that he will follow-up with Deb Schultz concerning the Blake Family Property for our show site on November 2,
the date Chris was told to contact Ms. Schultz. There is a possibility that the Blake Family Property will not be available to our Club
for the 2009 trials and shows. Chris will contact the Board as soon as he has an answer from Ms. Schultz. If we cannot use the
Blake Family Property then the committee will commence an active search to find alternate show sites.
Joe Larson reported that the 2009 judges have been confirmed with one exception. Bill Holbrook has withdrawn as judge so we may
need to find a replacement.
OLD BUSINESS
Election of officers. Melissa Smith will be chairman of the committee. Chris Cornell agreed to serve on the committee. Melissa and
Chris will ask one more member to serve on this committee.
Christmas Party. Mary Franden reported that Elaine Booker had contacted numerous restaurants in the area where the Club could
hold its annual Christmas party. The restaurant that had a facility large enough to hold our members, was most willing to work with
us, and had a varied menu at a reasonable price was Cedarbrook Lavender & Herb Farm. A tentative cost of $32.00 per person
includes (a) soup or salad, (b) several main course selections, (c) dessert, and (d) coffee, tea, or soft drinks. Alcoholic beverages are
not included. A 50% down payment is required at the time the date is secured and the balance is due 12/05/08. A motion was made
to hold the Christmas dinner at Cedarbrook Lavender & Herb Farm. The motion was seconded. Motion carried. Mary will follow-up
with Cedarbrook because Elaine is presently out of state.
Collie Carting Competition and Match. Mary reported that the competition and match would be held on April 18 and 19, 2009. Susan
Parr knows of two judges who have agreed to judge the competition without charge. The next item is to secure a location.
NEW BUSINESS
Mary Franden read a letter from Carolyn Money who has suggested that a silent auction be held at the Christmas party with the entire
proceeds going to the HRKC. This matter was tabled for next month‘s meeting.
MEETING ADJOURNED - The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, Anne M. Andritsch, Secretary
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Little-Minded Littleton vs. Bob Attleson,
Show Dog Breeder, All Setter Rescue
Dateline Dec. 2008 - First published in National Pet Press with the lead Littleton Colorado City Prosecutor tells dog
owner that he'll "make an example of him", this story continues to grow.
Neighbors were shocked by four police cars, two animal control trucks, six uniformed police officers and two animal control officers claiming possession of their street. While English Setter breeder Bob Attleson was
accepting Best Brace in Show at the Plum Creek Kennel Club, 20 miles from his home, authorities used what witnesses described as a battering ram to break down the front door to his
home, taking the adult dog he had left at home. Neighbors reported that Officers then went
next door, broke into his co-owner's home and confiscated Bob‘s 7 week old litter of 4 English
Setters. Attleson says ―What would have happened to my dogs if the mother of the pups had
tried to defend her babies? What if one of the dogs had dared to threaten the intruders?”
The pups were then taken to the Colorado Humane Society Shelter, the same shelter exposed
by Channel 7 Investigators September 2007 and subsequently under investigation for conditions and irregular donation bookkeeping. There the puppies were separated from their dam,
leaving the distraught mother dog searching for her pups. Authorities also ordered Bob to surrender the dogs he had taken to the show - accusing him of neglect and cruelty, demanding
they also be turned over to the city for their ―health and safety.‖
Bob says none of the confiscated and allegedly ―neglected‖ dogs were given vet care during their seven-day incarceration. On the day they were released, shelter records indicate that all of the dogs were then "given 3 shots and wormed.‖
One adult that was previously under vet care for an intestinal problem developed kennel cough and Bob said "the four
puppies became ill the third day after they were returned from the shelter. They had severe intestinal problems which
then spread to some of the older dogs.” Attleson said “(This raid) terrified my neighbors. That a city can so boldly break
into private residences to seize dogs has people wondering what can be next? To take them from our care and place
them in one of the worst shelters in the metro area for their alleged protection is criminal."
Dog loving attorneys Susan Martin and Ruthann Macolini stepped up to the plate to face off with Littleton. Attleson has
moved from Littleton but the city continues its harassment. Those who know Bob Attleson testified regarding how much
he cares for his dogs as well as the many Setters he rescues out of his love for
the breed. The three females taken by the City are pointed or AKC Champions. A
dog owner simply cannot achieve AKC championships by employing anything
less than superb nutrition, exercise, grooming, and training practices. Despite
these inarguable facts, Bob has already spent more than $150,000 to defend his
property and his dogs, and his legal costs continue to mount..
According to Bob, the original case has devolved into a technical dispute over
zoning ordinance violations but it is clear that his beloved dogs were and are being used as pawns. He points out that "before this action by the City of Littleton,
there had never been a single complaint about the way the animals were cared for, no allegations of abuse or mistreatment, not even a complaint from a neighbor about barking dogs." After the raid, some of Bob's neighbors told reporters
that they didn't even know there were dogs on the properties.
The raid was prompted by an ongoing dispute between the City and Attleson who had been to court previously to defend
his rescue activities wherein rescued setters were occasionally brought to his property for short periods until foster or
medical care was arranged. The City alleged that its zoning code limited the total number of dogs on Attleson's property
to three dogs over the age of 6 months, even if he did not own the dogs. This speaks to every rescue group and organization that has short-term rescue dog "visitors" for the purpose of grooming, evaluation, and first aide.
The window of opportunity to protect the Rights of hobby breeders‘ and Rescue Groups‘ is shrinking, which is why we
present the Attleson case. Actions such as Bob has endured could in fact be triggered by a neighbor dispute not even
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related to dogs, thus impacting every dog owner‘s Right to own a dog. Allegations of a barking dog, disturbing the
peace, unsanitary conditions; all have been used to harass even single-dog owners. Littleton has made a powerful statement about how little it regards citizen‘s Rights and our Constitutional protections against unreasonable search and seizure.
The raid was prompted by an ongoing dispute between the City and Attleson who had been to court previously to defend
his rescue activities wherein rescued setters were occasionally brought to his property for short periods until foster or
medical care was arranged. The City alleged that its zoning code limited the total number of dogs on Attleson's property
to three dogs over the age of 6 months, even if he did not own the dogs. This speaks to every rescue group and organization that has short-term rescue dog "visitors" for the purpose of grooming, evaluation, and first aide.
Who will be the next victim of local ―authority‖ gone mad? Bob Attleson is a decent and caring person who has given unselfishly of himself for more than 30 years to rescuing setter dogs. The Attleson Dog Defense
website has been established at http://www.attlesondogdefense.com/ and we urge you to go
there for more information, copies of court filings, and to donate to help cover the expenses of
defending Bob's (and your own) rights to own, raise, and/or rescue dogs.
Source: The Dog Press http://www.thedogplace.org/Articles/Projects/Breeder-Bill-OfRights/08121-Attleson-Littleton.asp
Editor’s Note: Members are urged to educate themselves in the trends of law enforcements
and animal rights groups supporting and engaging in these kinds of activities. This could
come to our homes if we are not vigilant in protecting our pet ownership and privacy rights.
Happy 13th Birthday to Promise, Carolyn Money‘s
Golden Retriever (at right), who
celebrated her special day on October 25th!
Carolyn says, ―What a blessing she has been to me
for the past 7years she has belonged to me. We
have done things I never dreamt of doing. She has
done more for me than I could ever do for her in return. Dogs are truly a gift from God.‖
Happy Birthday to Promise!
We’re on the Web!
www.hrkc.org
Elaine Booker, Editor and
Public Education Coordinator
41 Willard Drive
Sequim, WA 98382
The Hurricane Ridge Kennel Club of Washington (HRKC) supports reputable breeders of purebred dogs and promotes responsible
pet ownership. We encourage all pet buyers to research the various breeds to determine the one that is right for their lifestyle. We
encourage all pet buyers to understand that there are inherited genetic traits in dogs that may impact health, longevity and temperament. The pet buyer should understand the financial commitment associated with pet ownership.
If you are considering a cross-bred dog, research the characteristics and health issues of each breed and their ancestry. Many unsuspecting pet buyers purchase animals that inherit health problems from both its sire and dam‘s respective breeds. Mixed breed
dogs cannot be registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC).
What to know before you purchase a pet from ANYONE:
Internet scams are frequently conducted by con-artists who take emotional advantage of unsuspecting buyers. If buying a dog
from a website, DO NOT send money without first speaking with the breeder and checking the breeders‘ references and credentials. If you are interested in buying an AKC registered dog, verify that the breeder is a member in good standing of an
AKC Member Club.
Seeing a puppy in a pet store cage can create a strong emotional attachment on the part of the buyer. Potential buyers should
find out where the pet store gets the puppies and make certain that they DO NOT come from an environment that has unhealthy conditions and unhealthy breed stock.
If buying a puppy directly from a breeder, visit the kennel and ask to see the kennel grounds. All kennels should be clean with
sufficient room for the dog(s) to move in, lie down and has an area in which to sleep that is sheltered from the weather.
Ask to see in person, or photographs of, the puppy‘s sire (father) and dam (mother), as well as a 3 to 5 generation pedigree, and
information about any progeny that the sire & dam have produced. Buyers should ask about health testing and health clearances of the breeder's breeding stock.
Buyers should be aware that purchasing a puppy without performing appropriate research, as suggested above, could result in
heartbreak and catastrophic financial outlay for the lifetime of an animal with health and temperament issues.
Require a clearly written contract that defines the expectations of how and when the puppy will be paid for, and anything else
expected after the purchase of the puppy. Example: spay/neuter, training, health checks, etc. Include in the contract a
clause that your own veterinarian must provide a ―clean bill of health‖ for the puppy or your money will be refunded.
Dogs marketed as ―AKC-registrable‖ come with an AKC Dog Registration application filled out by the seller. DO NOT buy a
puppy if the AKC Dog Registration form is not provided when you take possession of the puppy. AKC does not accept registrations from other domestic registries. Your puppy‘s registration papers should have the official AKC seal, which can be
viewed at: www.akc.org.
Advertise in the Dog Eared Journal!
Full Page Ad: $25; Half Page Ad: $10; Business Card: $5/
month; Members may place a small personal ad at no charge.
Articles and news items appearing in the newsletter are general
interest items and do not necessarily represent the policies of
the Hurricane Ridge Kennel Club of Washington, nor does their
publication constitute endorsement by the HRKC.
Members are encouraged to submit articles of general interest
and news of their activities. Deadline for submission is the first
Wednesday of the month for publication in that month‘s newsletter. Photos and drawings will be considered upon receipt and
review. If you wish any hardcopy submission to be returned to
you, please include a SASE with your submission. Send submissions to:
Elaine Booker
41 Willard Drive, Sequim, WA, 98382
Or email at: [email protected]
HRKC does not accept ads from businesses that sell live animals.
HRKC has a Rescue Referral only. We do not have resources to board
rescued dogs. Members are encouraged to do so as an individual project.
2008 Board of Directors
President: Susan Parr, (360) 452-7599
Vice-President: Mary Franden, (360) 683-6845
Treasurer: Ron Fye, (360) 681-3707
Secretary: Anne Andritsch, (360) 379-4022
2008 Board Members
Melissa Smith, (360) 681-0334
Nancy Tinker, (360) 452-6135
Bob Whitcomb, (360) 683-4032
2008 Committee Chairpersons
2008 Agility Show Committee Chair: Nancy Radich (360) 683-8805
2008 All-Breed Show Chair: Joe Larson, (360) 683-5364
2009 All-Breed Show Chair: (TBD)*
Awards Committee Chair: Nancy Tinker, (360) 452-6135
Historian: Anne Andritsch, (360) 379-4022
Membership: Jan Garrison, (360) 683-7176
Newsletter: Elaine Booker, (360) 477-4658
Programs: Susan Parr, (360) 452-7599
Public Education: Elaine Booker, 360-477-4658
Website Committee Chair: Mary Franden, (360) 683-6845
* Volunteers needed