LRC News Winter 2014 Final

The Labrador
Retriever Club
Quarterly
Officers and Directors
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
AKC Delegate
Fred Kampo
Frances O. Smith DVM
Lyn Yelton
Mary Feazell
Fred Kampo
Directors:
Nancy Brandow, Glenda Brown, Juxi Burr, Don
Driggers, Anthony Emilio, Paul Foster, Yvonne
Hays, Grayson Kelley, Marcia Lucas, Nina
Mann, Barbara Nowak, Kate Simonds, Craig
Stonesifer DVM, William Speck, J. Kent
Sweezey, Carolyn Tremer
Newsletter Staff
Editor:
Lorraine Yu
Obedience/Rally Editor: Barb Burri
Regular Contributors: Glenda Brown, Margaret
Wilson, Dr. Michael Woods, Marcia Lucas,
Gina Gross, Barb Burri, Linda Roberts
Webmasters: Marcia Lucas, Ann Vaughn, Marianne Foote
Oversight Committee
Marianne Foote, Fran Smith, Fred Kampo
Time Zone Points of Contact:
Pacific
Nina Mann
Stanwood, WA 98292
360-629-7619
Mountain
Carolyn Tremer
Lafayette, CO 80026
303-666-8054
Central
Frances O. Smith DVM
Lonsdale, MN 55046
507-744-2284
Eastern
Nancy Brandow
Bradford, ME 04410
207-356-1353
[email protected]
Regional Rescue Coordinators:
[email protected]
Eastern: Jennifer Combs
Central: Deb Hamele & Sandy McMillan
Mountain: Marcia Lucas & Terri McFadden
Pacific: Brandy Burton-Tarantino
Inside This Issue: Winter 2013
From the Editor
Letter to the Editor
LRC Board of Director Minutes
Bragging Rights
Canine Dental Health
Protect Your Stud Dog from
Thermal Damage
LRC Regional Specialty Show
Connie Barton, Invisible Icon
Versatile Producer of Merit
Barn Hunts
US Military Working Dog Teams
National Monument
Obedience and Rally Regulation
Changes
2014 Summit Assistance Dog
Graduation
2014 LRC National Specialty
Invitation & Schedule
Event Chairs
Book Review
Ad Rates
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Photos contributed by:
Lou Leitao, Lorraine Yu, Robin Anderson, Warrior Canine Connection, Misha
Abbenhouse, Deb Hamele
2014 National Specialty
information is available online at:
www.thelabradorclub.com.
Thanks to all the volunteers and
we look forward to your
participation
2014 LRC National Specialty
Event Theme
The Battle for the Best
at Gettysburg
It has been submitted to the artist,
Terri Albert, for a design which we are
excited to receive from her.
Submissions Deadline:
15th of March, June, September and
December.
Email your submissions to:
[email protected]
WANTED:
Juniors who Show Labs!
Send photos, wins, words of wisdom for other Juniors!
If your club is having a Retriever
Hunting Test or WC, please email
it to the newsletter staff for
publication.
[email protected]
Contributors in this issue:
The LRC, Inc, BOD, Terri McFadden,
AKC.org, Marianne Foote, Robin Anderson, Marcia Lucas, Nina Mann,
Lorraine Yu, William Given, Carolyn
Gold, Nancy Brandow, Deb Hamele
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Dear Readers,
It’s been a rough winter so far as many friends and family around me have been sick for long periods of time. My husband and I were fortunate to get sick right after Christmas but not so fortunate to still be recuperating a month later.
Working when you’re sick is exhausting so I looked forward to the weekends so I could just sleep. On the weekend of
January 11th, there is a local dog show where they have sweeps and, with
a supported entry, typically the shows are majors. We missed the entry
due to a number of factors (including being sick) so were happy that we’d
have the weekend to sleep; however, a dog that we bred and co-own was
entered in Bred By so my husband had to attend to handle “Crash”. He
did a wonderful job ...back-to-back Winners Dogs and Best of Winners
with a Best of Breed and BBE Group 2 (see brags). Definitely worth the
missed sleep! Another event that weekend was the 2014 Summit Assistance Dogs Graduation which I wanted to go to as one of the dogs we
bred (Hyak) was graduating. So I packed up my cough drops, tissues, and
camera and journeyed out into the cold, wet weather. The experience was heartwarming and “good medicine” – please
read my article in this issue. Definitely worth the missed sleep! Seeing dogs show off their natural talent is amazing.
One of the reasons we started the online magazine, Retriever Life, was to help make people aware that having a retriever’s life is much more than a “game of fetch”. Retrievers strut
their stuff in the show ring; impress in the obedience and agility rings; eagerly retrieve birds
in the thrill of the hunt; provide love, comfort, and service to many in need; and much,
much more. These dogs are a gift and we should be grateful for every day they are in our
lives. I hope you can join me in saying that you are truly honored to have a Retriever Life.
Time to stop writing as Zeus has been very patient waiting for me yet approving of my writing of his grandson (Crash), daughter (Hyak), and Retriever Life but he says it’s now time
to go outside and play!
Best, Lorraine Yu
I hear you are looking for a new
Newsletter Editor. I’m passionate about Labs and I love to
write! How do I apply?
!READERS!
To review books for the LRC NEWS
If you like to read and want to share a good book, send
your book review to: [email protected].
Include title, author, and publisher with your email
address for responses
If you’re interested in
becoming the next
Newsletter Editor, we
would love to hear from
you.
Please contact: newsletter@thelabradorclub.
com
We’re patiently waiting for the
mailman. WHY?
For your Letters to the Editor!
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Please forward any change of address information to
Joan Kerr
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Be sure to include your summer/winter addresses and
dates.
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Letter to the Editor
Dear LRC Members:
Social media and the internet can be a wonderful thing.
But I was recently reminded how deceptive they can be,
and how careful we must be to be continue protecting our
breed.
At a recent event, I met a woman who seemed to be well
on the road to a responsible breeding program. She was
new to the area, and talked a great game, citing clearances, and the desire to have well-balanced dogs in performance and conformation. She expressed interest in becoming an LRC member, and I thought about it, but as it
was our first meeting, and I was a new member, I explained that I was not comfortable sponsoring her.
A month later, I noticed a foreign breeder who promoted
dilutes listed as her Facebook Friend, so I asked about
them. She had sold them a puppy, and found out about
the dilute lines later. She said they promised to not use
her pup with any of the dilute bitches. I asked if she had
gotten it in writing, and she said no- she’s learned her lesson.
Apparently not, as a short 3 months later, she is producing “silver” lab puppies and touting Silvers on her web site.
I now know that for at least the past 5 years she has been
heavily involved with a group dedicated to getting AKC
recognition for Silver, Champagne, and Charcoal labs.
The goal is to breed to recognized studs to “legitimize” the
color. Sadder still, is that she has managed to purchase
stud service with a very accomplished GRCH stud, thereby giving credibility to her program.
I am disappointed that I was so easily fooled. I admit
that I have made breeding mistakes. But I learned from
them and try to make decisions based on bettering what I
have, and not reproducing faults-let alone trying to reproduce disqualifications. When I started with Labs, the
internet was just a concept, and stud services were limited
to dogs that were available within a reasonable travel distance. Stud owners could pretty much know what they
were breeding to. Puppy buyers were face to face.
But the internet, gives us inquiries from everywhere and
from anyone. It’s flattering to have someone from another
country asking about your puppies. I can see how easily
someone could be swayed when placing puppies or selling stud service…or even recommending membership into
an organization that controls the standard for our breed.
In retrospect, it was not difficult for me to find the truth.
The same marketing and social media that sounded so
good, held clues that thing s were not as they appeared.
The red flags were there, I just needed to look for them.
My goal with this letter is to remind our members that we
are the stewards and advocates for our breed. We need
to be vigilant when screening puppy buyers, and make
use of the Limited and co-ownership options on registrations. Because studs can reproduce more than bitches, I
ask that the stud owners out there think about their responsibility to the breed as a whole. That hefty stud fee
may be nice, but the bottom line is what do you want your
breeding program associated with? Isn’t it worth checking? As for bitch owners, there’s really no reason not to
place puppies on Limited registration unless you know the
dog will be shown or bred. And if that’s the case, staying
on as co-owner until the appropriate clearances are completed and staying in touch with that owner will allow you
to help that owner make responsible decisions..
The members of this club are certainly far more experienced than I at breeding and preserving our Labradors. I
don’t expect every LRC member to agree with breeding
decisions, but I do believe that we all should be working to
preserve and better our breed. Please look deeper than
the surface when making breeding decisions with your
dogs.
PK Lichtenberger
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LRC Mission Statement
To maintain a Standard that will preserve the character and breed type of the Labrador Retriever.
To preserve the Labrador Retriever as a working retriever and promote its multipurpose function.
To conduct national specialty shows, field trials, hunting tests, and companion dog events under the rules
and regulations of the American Kennel Club.
To provide educational programs that promote the
health and training of the Labrador Retriever, and
responsible ownership and breeding practices.
To identify the diseases and hereditary defects of
concern to the breed, and to contribute to research
and health programs that will benefit Labrador Retrievers.
To support the American Kennel Club as the primary
purebred registry of the Labrador Retriever by encouraging breeders and owners to complete AKC
registrations and to participate in AKC approved
events.
To support legislative efforts that will ensure the continuation of a purebred dog registry.
To collect and preserve the history of the Labrador
Retriever in the United States.
To support AKC licensed regional Labrador Retriever
clubs by encouraging membership in these clubs,
and to endorse their sponsorship of AKC specialties,
hunt tests and companion dog events.
To support Labrador Retriever rescue organizations
in a declared disaster with relief funds.
To maintain programs that educate and encourage
Junior Handler participation in AKC events.
To encourage all Labrador Retriever breeders and
owners to conduct themselves in an ethical and
sportsmanlike manner, keeping in mind that their behavior reflects not only on themselves, but on the
breed.
Retriever News has launched an online marketplace for
club merchandise. The National Amateur Retriever Club
is selling shirts, hats, and other merchandise via the site:
retrieveroutfitters.com The LRC, Inc will do so as
well. AKC clubs can send their logo in if they would like
merchandise for their own club. Any person can order
any item with the logo of their choice. This means clubs
will no longer have to purchase shirts, hats, etc to sell at
events and worry about storing overstocks.
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About the Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.
The Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. (LRC) is a nationally
based club dedicated to preserving the integrity of the
breed. It is the single organization officially recognized by
the American Kennel Club as the national parent club of
the Labrador Retriever. Incorporated in October 1931, in
the state of New York, the LRC, Inc. is not affiliated with
any other association titled or claiming to be the National
Labrador Retriever Club.
The Labrador Retriever Club has a rich history with past
and present members and Labradors. Our Constitution
and Bylaws are published here and include information on
becoming a member of the Club.
Events
The Club sponsors a National Specialty Event week in
October of each year that includes a specialty show, obedience and agility competitions, retrieving tests and educational seminars. In addition, the LRC, Inc. hosts
two hunting retriever tests and two field trials annually.
The Club has an introductory test for novices interested in
training their dog for field work called a Working Certificate test. A Working Certificate will be issued to any that
passes the basic test requirements. The Club also sponsors a Conformation Certificate program whereby a dog is
evaluated against the written Standard for the breed (dog
must be at least one year old).
Both these programs are open to intact Labradors, as well
as spayed or neutered animals. It is also recommended
that you have your dog pass a Canine Good Citizen test
sponsored by the American Kennel Club.
Publications and Contributions
We publish a quarterly newsletter and an annual Yearbook. The LRC also provides educational material for new
owners, breeders, and potential judges of the breed.
LRC, Inc. Membership Applications
Membership applications to join the LRC may be downloaded from the LRC website: www.thelabradorclub.com
or requested from the Membership Coordinator or any
Club Director.
Applications should be sent with two letters of sponsorship to the Membership Coordinator:
Nancy Stewart
10608 County Rd. #525
Mansfield, TX 76063
[email protected]
Applicants are encouraged to review their experience
in the breed as well as consider volunteering their time
and talents in an area appropriate to
their experience or profession.
Membership applications may take up to
three months to process.
The Labrador Retriever Club's Breeders Directory is available online. It has been made available for prospective
Labrador owners who are looking for reputable breeders
of puppies and older dogs. The Breeders Directory is indexed by name, location, and "kennel" name.
In addition, we donate funds toward breed specific health
issues and are always working towards educating the
public about our breed.
Brief History
Today, the Labrador Retriever is America's most popular
breed. But it was not until 1917 that the first Labrador was
registered by the American Kennel Club. According to records the first retriever field trial licensed by the AKC was
held December 21, 1931. That same year, on October 24,
the Labrador Retriever Club was incorporated under the
laws of the State of New York by a group of sportsmen led
by Franklin B. Lord.
The Club's first annual specialty show was held on May
18, 1933 in New York City. Mrs. Marshall Field, Judge,
awarded Best in Show to Mr. Lord's Boli of Blake, who, on
November 1, 1933, became the first Labrador to earn his
American championship.
Thank you for visiting our web site. Visit often as we add
to our web site periodically.
LRC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES
RED LION INN, 2300 EVERGREEN PARK DR, SW;
OLYMPIA, WA 98502
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2013; 11 A.M.
The meeting notes published in the fall issue were not the
official minutes. Please accept our apologies and find the
official document following.
CALL TO ORDER: President Fred Kampo called the
meeting to order at 10:55 A.M.
ATTENDANCE: Juxi Burr, Barbara Nowak, Madelyn
Yelton, Yvonne Hays, Fran Smith, Nancy Brandow, Tony
Emilio, Nina Mann, Fred Kampo, Mary Feazell. Guests:
Marilyn Little, Joan Kerr.
SHOW CHAIRMAN’S REPORT: Jill Mahoney was
asked to report on the National Specialty currently under
way. She thanked the Board for letting her chair the
events and thanked everyone for their support. Jill gave
special thanks to the Alaska Labrador Retriever Club for
their salmon and financial support and also to Puget
Sound Labrador Retriever Club for their hospitality and
organizing a daily treat of apples, homemade cookies, etc.
Jill also spoke about the need to get younger people involved and how great it was to have so many workers
from PSLRA.
Continued on page 16
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BRAGGING RIGHTS
Gingerbred Cookie Jar Cash, CGC CD RN JH “Cassie”
(BISS CH Saddlehill Stuttin inthe Moonlight x Hennings Mill
Gingerbred ATM)
Placements:
Judge: Nancy Tanner
(Heartsong)
1st Place 10+ Veteran Bitch
Sweepstakes
Judge: Barbara Gilchrist
(Blackthorn)
1st Place 10+ Veteran Bitch
Best of Opposite Sex Veteran
Coleriver’s Special Request, CGC CD RN “Holly”
(BISS GCH Sure Shot Hyspire Impressive x Gingerbred
Cookie Jar Cash, CGC CD RN JH “Cassie”)
Placements:
Judge: Nancy Tanner
(Heartsong)
1st Place 7-10 Veteran Bitch
Sweepstakes
Best in Veteran Sweepstakes
Judge: Barbara Gilchrist
(Blackthorn)
1st Place 7-10 Veteran Bitch
Coleriver’s She’s Got It All, CGC RN “Finnegan”
(CH Talimar’s Trendsetter x Gingerbred Cookie Jar Cash,
CGC CD RN JH Cassie”)
Placements:
Judge: Barbara Gilchrist
(Blackthorn)
1st Place Open Yellow Bitch
Reserve Winners Bitch
Coleriver’s Good Vibrations, CGC “Roxy”
(Banbury Vincent x Coleriver’s Special
Request, CGC CD RN “Holly”)
Placements:
Judge: Barbara Gilchrist
(Blackthorn)
1st Place American Bred Bitch
Misty Mountain Bull Durham at Ghoststone
“Crash” (BISS GCH Ghoststone’s Otterly Fantastic Hollywood Kid JH WCI CGC TDI x CH
Misty Mountain Some Like it Hot)
went WD/BOW in back-to-back
shows at Tacoma Kennel Club for 2
majors. On Sunday, he took Best of
Breed and Group 2 in Bred by Exhib-
itor. He received his 3rd major at Tualatin WD/BOW.
Owned by Judy Chambers, Toni Leitao, Lorraine Yu.
GCH CH Ms T's Char-Don Always Gonna Be Another
Mtn WC “Montana” (BISS GCH Am/Can CH Gingerbred
Celestial Thunder JH CGC
DPP x Rochars CharDon I
Believe at Ms T’s) travelled to
Hawaii and won back-to-back
BOB’s at the West Oahu
Kennel Club over multiple
specials. Then took Sporting
Group 3 and Group 2. Bred, owned, and handled by Janet Schoonover and Terri McFadden.
All members in good standing with the LRC
can post their brags for free.
New conformation champions must have completed
the requirements for a Working Certificate
LRC, Inc Quarterly News Mission Statement
Approved by the Board of Directors, June 14,
2013, Eau Claire, WI
 To function as the communications vehicle from the
Board of Directors to the membership
 To report on current research in health issues affecting
the Labrador Retriever and to inform members of all
medical testing and screening that is available to help
protect our breed
 To keep the members informed of upcoming LRC,
Inc .events
 To report on national specialty shows, field trials, hunting tests, and companion dog events
 To report the latest developments in research into diseases and hereditary defects of concern to the breed
 To report on legislative efforts that ensure the continuation of a purebred dog registry and the American Kennel Club as the primary keeper of said registry
 To report on member successes in AKC national-level
events such as the National and National Amateur retriever field trials, the national obedience, agility, and
tracking trials, and the AKC Eukanuba national conformation show
 To report on rescue efforts funded by the disaster relief
fund
 To encourage and showcase successes of Junior Handlers of Labrador Retrievers
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Canine Dental Health
By William Given
Your Lab’s mouth is the perfect environment for bacteria
to breed and multiply. The bacteria in his mouth can be
the catalyst for the development of gum disease. Gum
disease can run the range from gingivitis, a mild inflammation of the gums to severe peritonitis, an infection of
the entire gum tissue and the supporting bone below.
Poor dental health can eventually result in an overall
decrease in performance. The bacteria in your dog’s
mouth can travel to other parts of his body. It can inhibit
his immune system’s ability to fight off infection. It can
also damage his heart and kidneys. In extreme cases it
can significantly and permanently affect his speed and
endurance both in the field and in the water.
Additionally, his olfactory receptors
may suffer damage.
In a mild case, the
bacteria in your
dog’s mouth releases a really foulsmelling necrotic
waste that can mask
smells, such as bird
scent. In severe cases the olfactory sensors can be so extensively damaged
that they can no longer function at their fullest capacity
and results in a Lab’s inability to locate game birds.
Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald is a 1983 graduate of Colorado
State University School of Veterinary Medicine and the
star of Animal Planet’s smash hit television series Emergency Vets. A leader in his field with three decades of
experience in the demanding and ever changing field of
animal care, Dr. Fitzgerald informed me that more than 80
percent of dogs over the age of three years exhibit gum
disease to some degree. Dr. Fitzgerald emphasizes that
preventive measures taken early in a dog’s life will go a
long way in keeping his teeth and gums healthy, and he
recommends that an examination of your dog’s mouth
should be an integral part of every exam. So when your
Lab visits the vet for booster shots, heartworm tests, etc.,
you should have his mouth checked also.
In addition to seeking your veterinarian’s guidance, you
should incorporate oral maintenance in your Lab’s home
health care program. You should exam your dog’s mouth
once a month. The best defense in guarding against gum
disease is to brush your dog’s teeth regularly. All big box
pet supply stores sell canine toothpaste and tooth brushes. For some Labs, brushing their teeth is not a big deal,
but not all dogs take to having their teeth brushed. Any
tartar that has built up on your dog’s teeth can be gently
scraped away with a tooth scalar. Tooth scalars can be
purchased from most vet supply warehouses or from your
veterinarian.
You may also opt to use an oral care water additive.
There are several on the market from which to choose.
You simply add it to your dog’s drinking water. These additives, in addition to making your dog’s breath smell
good, work to reduce the bacteria and plaque buildup in
his mouth.
Chew toys can also help maintain healthy gums, teeth
and the supporting bone structure. Beware of rawhide
bones or strips. Should your dog swallow a large chunk of
rawhide, he may fatally choke. Also, do not give him
hard objects to chew on as your dog’s teeth may fracture. Labs should not be given bones of any kind. Sharp
pieces of bone can punch holes in your dog’s stomach
or intestines. The best case scenario is your Lab will
require surgery.
I have seen many different kinds of chew toys come
and go with the times. I have two favorites. The first is
the Dental Kong Stick and the second is Nylabone Dental Chew. The Nylabone has a multi-textured design and
really helps to satisfy a dog’s natural desire to chew. The
raised bristles serve to clean the teeth, reduce tartar and
control plaque build-up. Dental Kongs have grooves that
massage the gums and perform a squeegee action on
his teeth. A hole allows you to insert a bit of peanut butter. Your Lab will love it.
All of your dog’s teeth serve a purpose. If he breaks a
tooth, your dog will experience a significant amount of
pain and a root canal or extraction will be necessary. An
unhealthy mouth will also make it very uncomfortable to
retrieve downed birds. Take care of your dog’s mouth,
he will be healthier and a more valuable companion in
the field.
AKC Dog-Friendly Community Award
Reprint from AKC Taking Command, December 2013
The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce a
new program to honor dog-friendly communities. The
AKC Dog-Friendly Community Award recognizes communities—or community officials—for specific actions
that promote responsible dog ownership within the community. Examples include establishing a responsible dog
ownership committee in conjunction with a local AKC dog
club or federation, programs that protect responsible dog
ownership and/or breeding, and initiatives that promote
the wellbeing of dogs.
Communities may be nominated
by an AKC club or AKC-affiliated
federation. Nominations will be
reviewed by AKC Government
Relations, and selected recipients will receive a handsome
award that can be presented by
the club or federation at a local
dog show or public event. The
AKC will provide media outreach
for the winner.
Establishing positive communication with community
leaders is essential when working to craft good laws that
protect dogs and dog owners. And owners who provide
informed, reliable information on responsible dog care
and breeding are better positioned to offer input and advice should controversial measures be discussed in their
communities. The AKC Dog-Friendly Community Award
offers AKC clubs and federations another way to maintain positive dialogue and reward community actions that
benefit dogs and dog owners.
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Protect Your Stud Dog From Thermal Damage
By Carolyn Gold. This article appeard as the Gordon Setters breed colum in the October 2013 issue of AKC GAZETTE.
There are many issues that can keep a stud dog from being able to reproduce by affecting sperm production. One
is “thermal damage,” which can be caused by heat stress,
known as hyperthermia.
The information we have about this problem is, unfortunately, anecdotal at this time with respect to dogs. There
has been research on the topic with regard to mammalian
reproduction in general (see “The Effects of Heat Stress
On Mammalian Reproduction” by Peter J. Hansen, Dept
of Animal Science, University of Florida), where farm animals were used for research, but there has not been any
research dealing specifically with dogs. (As Hansen’s article discusses, hyperthermia can also affect females.)
Reproductive specialist Autumn Davidson, DVM, says she
“has concerns about hyperthermia experienced during
strenuous training impacting spermatogenesis.” Testicles
in all mammals are on the outside of the body because
the internal, normal body temperature (for humans, 98
degrees Fahrenheit; for dogs, 102), would destroy sperm
and the ability to reproduce. The danger for a stud dog is
hyperthermia, where the body temperature rises above
normal and kills sperm. The dog can become temporarily
— or in very severe cases, permanently — sterile.
There are other issues that can affect sperm production
and even cause a stud dog to become sterile, including
autoimmune disease, cancer/tumors, certain medications,
and infections.
Thermal damage from hyperthermia/heat stress can occur
when a dog is exercised strenuously, especially in hot
weather, causing the dog’s body temperature to rise
above normal (102 degrees). This can happen when a
dog is exercised for showing, such as by biking or on a
treadmill, or when training for field events or any performance event, such as herding, lure coursing, and so on,
where a dog is “road worked” alongside a four-wheeler. If
he is running free, usually a dog will stop exercising on his
own when his body temp rises dramatically to a dangerous point. However, when being trained and exercised
when he cannot stop on his own, the danger for hyperthermia and hence, thermal damage, increases.
From the little knowledge we have about this issue, it appears there is not a quantifiable “safe formula” for exercise. It is not possible to say “30 minutes of exercise three
times a week in mild weather is safe,” and conversely, “30
minutes of exercise three times a week in hot weather is
not safe and may cause thermal damage.” Not enough
research has been done to enable a “formula” for safe
exercise to be developed and, because individual dogs’
bodies differ, as with humans, a “safe formula” may not be
possible. Many factors come into play in making a situation dangerous for a dog to overheat, so making an overall
“safety statement” is difficult. A watchful eye is your best
guide for safety. Strenuous, and especially forced, exercise in hot weather should be avoided. Collecting the stud
dog is the best way to determine if his semen is viable for
breeding.
Racehorses often have a low sperm count while they are
being trained and competed. When they are put out to
pasture for stud, the sperm count usually returns to normal. The same is true for stud dogs who are under stress
and are exercised strenuously for competition in the show
ring or in field and other performance events.
If a dog is collected and found to be sterile and hyperthermia is suspected, healthy sperm should return within 90
days, but only if strenuous exercise is avoided. When
healthy, dogs constantly produce sperm. All sperm is replaced within a 60-day period.
Human athletes experience thermal damage from hyperthermia, as can men who sit in hot tubs for too long a
time. Letting a stud dog lay on any hot surface repeatedly
can cause thermal damage, as in having contact with a
hot metal crate-bottom or hot asphalt or cement, or sitting
in hot water.
The best way to tell if a dog could be headed for hyperthermia would be to take his temperature before and immediately after exercising to make certain the normal
body temperature of 102 is not being exceeded.
Thankfully, from what we know, thermal damage is not
permanent in most cases. Given rest, the dog’s body will
heal itself and product healthy sperm.
LRC Rescue T-Shirts Available
Terri McFadden, LRC Rescue Coordinator
Show your support for the LRC Rescue Fund by purchasing t-shirts. You will find them here: http://
www.tshirtstotherescue.com/products-t-shirts/lrc.html
(lower right corner of the array of available shirts) or from
LRC Rescue Task Force Members, Deb Hamele, Anne
Swindemann, and Terri McFadden or via email [email protected]. The
T-shirts are $20 with all proceeds
going to the LRC Rescue Fund. I
would also like to thank Deb
Hamele, Anne Swindemann,
Marcia Lucas, and Lyn Yelton,
for their assistance with the authorization and sale of the t-shirts.
The LRC Rescue Fund provided financial assistance to
three organizations last fall and is currently working on
another one. The financial assistance usually ranges
from $1000- $3000, depending on the depth of the rescue organizations' needs. In the event of a natural disaster or a large rescue, the LRC Rescue Fund provides
financial assistance to local rescue organizations who
are strained when rescue of multiple Labradors (10 to
55) is required.
I would like to thank the LRC Board, Lyn Yelton, our
treasurer, and Marcia Lucas, the liaison between the
LRC Rescue Task Force and the LRC Board. Without
their assistance, these assistance efforts would probably
not have happened.
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Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.
Florida Regional Specialty Show
By Nancy Brandow
The first LRC, Inc. Florida Regional Specialty Show was
held on December 13, 2013, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Although traveling
south for many northerners presented a challenge, it was
certainly worth the effort. The Labrador enthusiasts and
professional handlers arrived for a week of events prior to
the AKC Eukanuba National, however, the first LRC, Inc.
Florida Regional Specialty received the greatest number
of entries for the week. All owed to the dedication of the
Show Committee and friends of the LRC who came out to
support the show both financially and with dedicated personal time. My thanks to all of you!
The selection of breeder-judge Mrs. Marion Lyons, wellknown for her Chocorua Labradors, assured a good turnout of Labradors from around the country. Marion has
owned, bred and exhibited Labradors for many years.
She has been a long supporter of the health and soundness of the breed. In addition to breed showing, Marion
exhibited in obedience and many of her Labradors also
acquired AKC Hunting Titles. She has been the proud
owner and breeder of the number one Labrador Retriever
and National Specialty Winner, Am. Can. Champion
Chocorua’s Seabreeze and has a won Best in Specialty
Show with a lovely black bitch from the Hunting Retriever
Class. The Club was fortunate to have a well-versed Labrador authority to judge this regional specialty show. Our
thanks to Marion for expertise and dedication to the
Breed. Her Chief Ring Steward was LRC, Inc. Vice President Fran Smith and Assistant John Lawrence. Fran
comments, “Marion did a wonderful job with handling her
ring and enjoying her assignment.”
We were also fortunate to have Mr. Chuck Winslow kickoff our regional specialty show judging our Junior Showmanship. Best Junior was awarded to Harper Klausman
handling Nipntuck Shake Your Stuff from the Open Intermediate Class.
It’s important to note that the day begins, much like at
home, the alarm is set for 5:00AM, but both myself and
my roommate were already up. She, getting ready to
walk and feed her Labradors, as I rushed over to set up
Ring Number 4 with the ribbons, trophies, catalogs, and
other necessities to get the show off on time – worried
naturally that a trophy will break or I have forgotten some
key item that will surely create a problem. Before I knew
it both judges and volunteers had arrived and the show
was underway. What a great entry we had with participants in all classes, beginning with the puppy classes and
moving all the way to the non-regular classes.
Mrs. Lyons certainly had her job cut out for her as she
worked with an impressive line up of Specials, Winners
Dog, Winner Bitch and the non-regular class Firsts. In the
end it was the lovely Lobuff Hollyridge Brookstone Savannah whom she had awarded Winners Bitch from an impressive class bitch entry that caught her eye for Best in
Specialty Show. Savannah, who was beautifully handled
by Lisa Weiss, co-owner and co-breeder went on to Best
of Breed the following day at the AKC Eukanuba National.
Her Best of Opposite Sex was also her Winners Dog,
FORTUNE'S MR.BLUE SKY, BREEDER: Owners.
James and Elizabeth Bowron.
Friends met for a post specialty party at the Hyatt’s
Rocks lounge. Show Chair, Vicky Creamer stated, “The
Show went off like clock-work thanks to Fran Smith, John
Lawrence and other volunteers. We had entries from 25
states and Mexico! The trophies were beautiful and we
had lots of support sponsoring the classes. The winner
of the 50/50 raffle was Lisa Weiss who nicely donated
back half of her winnings.”
Notes from Mrs. Lyon on LRC Specialty:
Thank you for having me to judge I really enjoyed myself
and enjoyed seeing exhibits from this area at a specialty.
There is such a wide spectrum today on the interpretation
of the Labrador standard, but the soundness in movement and temperament should be as important as the
outline. The correct head, coat, tail and size make up the
outline and are very distinct to our breed, and the nuances that make these distinct properties ours, gives us the
balance within the type that we desire. Understanding
that the word "feminine" or" moderate " is quite subjective, or any such word trying to describe something visible in the static position or on the move, we all have to be
forgiving in what we consider a fault or a misgiving. But
having said that, a dog that is not physically made well or
physically "proportioned" will not move well, correctly or
soundly, and a dog with an off temperament will show
itself through body language or eye contact. This is easily
discerned by experience, and informed breeders that
really care will pay attention to this. The true testament to
soundness of type is a dog on the move. The WB and
RWB along with the HB exemplified these qualities on
this day. The presentation on the part of the exhibitors
was above average and the sportsmanship was quite
evident.
I'm sorry that I was not able to speak with some of the
exhibitors after the classes but I know I would have really
enjoyed their feedback. It was nice to see the cleans
lines that were quite obvious throughout the classes. I
was sorry to see so many flat open, weak feet. Thank
you, Marion Lyons , notes on LRC Specialty, Eukanuba
2013
Congratulations to:
Best of Breed, Best of Winners, Winners Bitch: LOBUFF HOLLYRIDGE BROOKSTONE SAVANNAH.
SR737153/01. 06/04/2012. BREEDER: Lisa Weiss. By
Aquarius Lobuff Little Pvt Nicholas At BrookstoneHollyridge Lobuff Tupence. OWNER: Juan Carbonell &
Lisa Weiss.
Best of Opposite, Winners Dog: FORTUNE'S MR.
BLUE SKY. SR987778/02. 05/06/2011. BREEDER:
Owners. By Ch Fortune's Jailbreak-Fortune's Gimme A
Kiss. OWNER: James Bowron & Elizabeth Bowron.
AGENT: Amy Walker.
Select Dog: CH GCH VAN DALEN SHOW DENS TOP
GUN. SR559896/03. 05/07/2009. Dog. BREEDER:
Laura Van Dalen. By Ch Lubberline Martingale-Van Dalen Storm N Diamonds Affair RN. OWNER: Karen
Gjertsen.
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Select Bitch: LOBUFF'S WORKIN GIRL AT SHORELINE RA JH. SR428136/03. 04/23/2007. Bitch. BREEDER: Lisa Weiss. By Ch Lobuff Crossfire A Few Good Men
-Rosemoor Raven Beauty At Lobuff CD JH RN. OWNER:
Linda Berkeley.
Award of Merit:
GCH CH BELQUEST SUGAR MAGNOLIA AT LOBUFF
RA JH. SR348224/03. 04/13/2006. BREEDER: Kimberly
Whitehead-Lankford. By Ch Boradors By George-Ch
Dogwood's Sabrina Of Sundaze. OWNER: Linda C
Berkeley & Lisa Weiss.
GCH CH SHORELINE LOBUFF STEEL MAGNOLIA JH.
SR692305/01. 07/19/2011. BREEDER: Linda C Berkeley
& Lisa E Weiss. By GCh Ch Lobuff Aquarius Semper Fi
At Shoreline JH-GCh Ch Beiquest Sugar Magnolia At
Lobuff RA JH. OWNER: Linda Berkeley_Weiss.
GCH CH GATEWAY'S NOTHIN' BUT TROUBLE.
SR419454/01. 05/01/2007. Dog. BREEDER: Patty
Streufert. By GCh Ch Julsby Hey Good Lookin'-CH Gateway's White Dove. OWNER: Vicky Creamer & Michael
Creamer.
CH SHOW DENS OUT OF BOUNDS. SR698846/01.
09/21/2011. Dog. BREEDER: Karen Gjertsen. By Ch
GCH Van Dalen Show Dens Top Gun-Devonshires Georgia Peach. OWNER: Karen Gjertsen.
GCH CH TAMPA BAY & SNOBO GUSTY SEAS BATTEN DOWN TH. SR711961/02. 11/28/2011. Dog.
BREEDER: Linda Hess. By Gch Ch Belquest Fergus N
Trouble @ Snobo-Ch Salty Sea Spray Of Tampa Bay JH.
OWNER: Emily Elliott & Linda Hess.
CH TULGEYWOOD'S VICTORIA. SR691067/02.
07/06/2011. Bitch. BREEDER: Joan McInnis & Kathryn
Burns. By Gch Danbridge Henry J-Black Sand Tiny Bubbles To Tulgywood. OWNER: Sally Kuhn & Nancy White
& Joan McInnis. AGENT: Ron Hahn.
CH ENDLESS MT'S MACK TRUCK. SR305101/05.
11/11/2005. Dog. BREEDER: Owner. By Adventure O'
BAM BAM At Kresland-Endless Mt's Sweet Dreams.
OWNER: Donna Stanley.
Best Veteran: GCH CH BELQUEST SUGAR MAGNOLIA AT LOBUFF RA JH. SR348224/03. 04/13/2006.
BREEDER: Kimberly Whitehead-Lankford. By Ch Boradors By George-Ch Dogwood's Sabrina Of Sundaze.
OWNER: Linda C Berkeley & Lisa Weiss.
Stud Dog: GCH CH GATEWAY'S NOTHIN' BUT
TROUBLE. SR419454/01. 05/01/2007. Dog. BREEDER:
Patty Streufert. By GCh Ch Julsby Hey Good Lookin'-CH
Gateway's White Dove. OWNER: Vicky Creamer & Michael Creamer.
Brood Bitch: CH SALTY SEA SPRAY OF TAMPA BAY
& TECATE JH. SR570686/02. 06/21/2009. Bitch.
BREEDER: Linda H Hess & Rita Langford. By Ch Salty
Dog Of Tampa Bay JH-Ch Owling Tri-Spirit Of Tampa
Bay. OWNER: Linda H Hess & Susan Meyer.
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Connie Barton, Invisible Icon
November 2013 | TheDogPress.com
Barbara J. Andrews, Editor-In-Chief
Ms. Constance Barton, AKC Field Rep, Multi-Group
judge, an icon to “the way it was” died as she lived,
with strength and dignity, nearly unnoticed by the fancy.
Connie Barton passed away at her home in Winchester, Virginia on Thursday, October 17, 2013. She entered the sport in the early 1950s. Dobermans were her
first breed although she is also thought of as a Lab
breeder due to extraordinary management of the
Springfield Labrador kennels in the 60s, earning them
the distinction of becoming not only the largest kennel
in the U.S. but one of the most respected.
Barton then became the
second woman to work
as an AKC “Field Rep”
and she did so with
great knowledge and
authority for sixteen
years. When Ms. Barton
intervened in any situation, not even the old
timers questioned her.
Novices were awed by
her very presence, and
rightly so.
Ms. Constance Barton served (ruled) the SE region,
now divided into Division 3 and 4. There were always
tales to be told about Connie and most of them were
true. Connie loved dogs and poker.
At the 1985 Knoxville shows I had a Miniature Bull
Terrier puppy on the arm at the group rings. He was
the first litter from our imports and he had drawn a
crowd, among them All-Breed judge Tip Tipton. The
buzz drew the AKC Rep and silence fell as Connie,
arms crossed over her chest, looked at me sternly and
said “BJ. No un-entered dogs on the show grounds.” I
replied meekly “I’m sorry, I’ll put him away. I’m trying to
get the breed recognized so this baby can be shown in
this building next year.” She didn’t crack a smile, just
nodded. That evening she stopped by our motor home
on the way to her car and the breed had gained another supporter.
She was an avid poker player and in late afternoons,
having gotten the show “straightened out” Connie was
known to take a break in the privacy of a certain motor
home. Bill and I were not part of that “trusted friends”
group but over the years, we became good friends with
Connie. Her loss is felt by us all for she was to everyone in the heyday of dog shows, a quiet but forceful
legend. She represented all that the AKC stood for.
Constance Barton judged Best in Show, all Sporting,
Hound, Working and Terrier breeds. She was nominated for AKC’s 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award. Ms.
Barton judged Best in Show at the 2002 AKC/
Eukanuba National Championship and in 2008, she
officiated over the Westminster Kennel Club’s Working
Group.
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Barn Hunts, a Fun Sport for Any Dog
CONGRATULATIONS!
Versatile Producer of Merit
In January 2013, the LRC launched a new awards program to recognize sires and dams who are producing
offspring that can "do it all." The program is the Versatile Producers of Merit and you can read about it on
the website. As 2013 came to a close, we learned of our
first applicant for the new LRC Versatile Producer of
Merit award.
By Deb Hamele
Barn Hunt, the rat-hunting game for any breed of dog, is a new
and fast growing dog sport. The purpose of Barn Hunt is
to demonstrate a dog’s vermin hunting ability in finding
and marking rats hidden in tubes in a “barn-like” setting,
using straw/hay bales to introduce climbing and tunneling
obstacles in the dog’s path. Barn Hunt is based on the
skills historically used by itinerant “ratcatchers” in traveling
the countryside, ridding farms of vermin, thus helping conserve and preserve food grains and cutting down on disease.
Barn Hunt titles are recognized by AKC and will be added
to the end of the dog’s registered name once AKC receives the title certificate. Here is a link to the AKC statement on Barn Hunt titles: http://images.akc.org/pdf/events/
BarnHuntAnnouncement_Feb2013.pdf
Dutch Hollow's Storm Cat, SH, CD, AWC
Sire: CH Talimar Obsidian, JH
Dam: CH Dutch Hollow's Blumen Affair, TD, CD, JH
Kitty is owned by Sandra McMillan of Rochester, Illinois. "Kitty" has had a successful performance and
companion career, as you can see from the titles she
has earned. And she has passed those genes along,
having produced many offspring who are titling in numerous performance and companion events as well. The
two offspring who qualified her for this award are, Dutch
Hollow’s Silver Lining TDX, SH, AWC, CC and Dutch
Hollow’s City Slicker TD, JH, AWC (major ptd). Kitty is
now #1 on the list of VPM dams, holding a point total of
125.
To learn how your Labradors can earn this award,
please visit our website http://thelabradorclub.com/ and
tap the Programs tab.
Barn Hunt is a sporting event, with different levels of difficulty, titles, and championships that can be attained. It is a
timed event with 3 different height divisions. While it can
be used as an instinct test, there is also a handler component in that the handler must signal when the dog has
reached the desired target (PVC tube that contains a rat);
thus, the handler must have a partnership with their dog
and be able to recognize their indication that they have
found a rat. Just like in tracking or nose-work a dog may
indicate their find in many different ways – wagging tail,
barking, digging, sniffing or in the case of some sporting
breeds, trying to pick up the tube containing the rat.
Although terriers are know for their ratting abilities many
other breeds are excelling at Barn Hunts. I have seen
Boston Terriers, Chinese Crested, Bozoi, German Shepherds, Tollers, Pointers, Porties, Beagles, and Cattle Dogs
at these tests and my French Bulldog has passed his Rat
Instinct Class (RATI) as well as has a novice pass. Two of
my Labs, Jazz (Dunn’s Marsh All That Jazz JH CD GN
RAE5 OA NAJ OF RATI RATN) and Summer (GCH
Honorbright Summer Blonde Ale JH RA OA OAJ NF RATI
RATN) finished their Novice titles (RATN) in December
which I believe makes them the 9th and 10th Labs with
Novice titles. One Lab is listed on the Barn Hunt web site
as having an open title now – Lutra, owned by Beth Case
of North Carolina.
At all times, the safety of the dogs, handlers, and rats is of
paramount importance. The rats (pets) must be humanely
handled and safely confined in aerated PVC tubes; Barn
Hunt is not intended to harm or kill rats. The tubes are
large enough for rats to be able to turn around, and they
are kept on litter so they are comfortable. They often
spend their time grooming or even sleeping in the tubes.
The beginning level is the Rat Instinct Class (RATI). One
passing leg is required. There are three PVC tubes placed
in plain sight on the course, one dry, one with litter no rats,
one with both litter and a rat. This is an optional class for
dogs without an Instinct pass, and for dogs without a Novice title to use as a warm up. Time allowed is one minute
and before time is called handler must have declared
which tube has the rat based on the dog’s indication.
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There is a tunnel on the course but the dog is not required
to go through it or climb on the hay bales at this level. I
prefer to have my dogs do these obstacles right from the
beginning though as I have seen dogs fail at the upper
levels for refusing to go through the tunnel (even those
that have agility titles) even after finding 2 or 3 rats successfully.
To earn the Novice Barn Hunt title (RATN), three qualifying legs are required. Three PVC tubes are hidden on the
course, one tube is empty, one with litter no rats, one with
both litter and a rat. In
this level there is a start
box and the dog must
leave the box ahead of
the handler. Time starts
when the dog exits the
start box. They have two
minutes to find the tube
with the rat. Tubes are
buried between hay
bales or under hay. The
dog MUST execute the
tunnel and climb on at
least one hay bale with
all four feet to qualify
besides indicating the
rat and handler calling the indication correctly. Time stops
when those three things have been accomplished.
The advanced titles are Open, Senior and Master. For
Open three qualifying legs are required. There are five
PVC tubes placed on the course, one empty, two with litter, two with rats and litter. Time allowed for the dog to
indicate both rats is 2.5 minutes. Senior level has eight
PVC tubes, four with rats and litter,
three with litter, one empty. Time allowed is 3.5 minutes
and Master level requires five qualifying legs under at
least two judges. There are 10 PVC tubes. All tubes will
have litter. Any from one to five tubes will have rats, and
that number will change at random. Handler has to indicate when their dog has found all rats. At this level the
dog has 4.5 minutes.
Barn Hunts are also a great sport for older dogs (my Jazz
is 11) that may be retired from other competition. Ramps
are available to help dogs who are smaller but they also
can help older dogs get up onto the hay bales. I think you
will be hearing a lot more about Barn Hunts over the next
year as their popularity continues to increase. The tests
held in Wisconsin this fall have all filled for example and
people have come from as far away as Colorado for those
tests. There are some clubs now offering training opportunities, Barn Hunt Fun Tests and Barn Hunt workshops.
Some are listed on the Barn Hunt web site under “events”.
For more information about Barn Hunts go to
www.barnhunt.com or drop me an e-mail at [email protected] I hope to see more Labradors trying this
fun new sport in 2014!
The U.S. Military Working Dog Teams
National Monument
The John Burnam Monument Foundation is pleased to
announce that the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument, America's newest national monument,
was formally dedicated and added to the inventory of the
United States of America's national treasures, at a special
ceremony on October 28, 2013. The dedication ceremony, which was open to the public, held at Joint Base San
Antonio (JBSA) - Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio,
Texas.
JBSA - Lackland is home to the Department of Defense
Military Working Dog (MWD) Program and is where the
U.S. Armed Forces has been training its military working
dog teams since 1958. It is the world's largest training
center for military dogs and handlers and is also home to
the largest veterinary hospital for military working dogs.
The founder and inspiration for the national monument is
John C. Burnam, a highly decorated Vietnam Infantry
Veteran Scout Dog Handler and author of "Dog Tags of
Courage" and "A Soldier's Best Friend."
"As a Scout Dog handler in Vietnam I experienced
firsthand how valuable these dogs are at saving soldiers'
lives," said Burnam. "Yet, despite their value, when we
pulled out of Vietnam the dogs were left behind. They
were fellow soldiers and they were our best friends. They
were heroes and they were left to die. So I was determined to get the dogs, of all wars, recognized at the highest level of our nation's government and then build them
a magnificent national monument to ensure they would
never be forgotten again."
The congressional legislation to establish the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument was sponsored by U.S. Representative Walter B. Jones, NC, and
signed into law by President George W. Bush on January
28, 2008. The law was amended by President Barack
Obama on October 28, 2009, authorizing the John Burnam Monument Foundation to design,
build and maintain the national monument.
The congressional legislation to establish the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument was sponsored by U.S. Representative Walter B. Jones, NC, and
signed into law by President George W. Bush on January
28, 2008. The law was amended by President Barack
Obama on October 28, 2009, authorizing the John Burnam Monument Foundation to design, build and maintain
the national monument. The U.S. Military Working Dog
Teams National Monument's main granite pedestal features the U.S. military's four prominent working dog
breeds since WWII (Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever and Belgian Malinois). The nine
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Event Bulletin: Obedience and Rally Regulation Changes
Reprint from AKCummincates, December 2013
The AKC Board VOTED to amend five sections of the
Obedience Regulations and one section of the AKC Rally® Regulations to make the events more enjoyable.
These changes are effective January 1, 2014; please
share this information with your Obedience/Rally Trial
Chairmen and Trial Secretaries/Superintendents.
In summary the changes (underlined below) are:
1. Allow premium lists to measure not less than 5½ x 8½
inches up to 8½ x 11 inches. (Obedience Regulations
Chapter 1, Section 3)
2. Require clubs to refund the entry fee for females in
season. A processing fee may be retained by the club.
(Obedience Regulations Chapter 1, Section 14)
3. Allow clubs, at their option, to establish a wait list to fill
openings created by entries that are withdrawn prior
to the event closing date. (Obedience Regulations
Chapter 1, Section 27)
4. Allow dogs to be picked up by their handlers when
they are called back into the ring for the awards ceremony. (Obedience Regulations Chapter 2, Sections
11 & 22)
5. Allow rally ring sizes to be determined by square footage (2,000 to 3,000 square feet, with a minimum width
of 30 feet). This will provide clubs flexibility in determining the location of their rally trial, perhaps allowing
them to lower their cost. While the square footage
area listed above is the minimum size allowed, a 40’ x
50’ or 50’ x 60’ ring size is ideal for rally. (Rally Regulations Chapter 2, Section 1)
Obedience Regulations — Chapter 1, Section 3
Section 3. Premium Lists/Entries. A premium list must
be provided for sanctioned "A", licensed or member trials.
The premium shall be printed and shall measure not less
than 5½ x 8½ inches or more than 8½ x 11 inches. The
remainder of this section is unchanged.
Obedience Regulations — Chapter 1, Section 14
Section 14. Dogs That May Not Compete. No dog under six months of age may compete. No dog belonging
wholly or in part to a judge, or superintendent, or any
member of such a person’s household may be entered in
any obedience trial at which such person officiates or is
scheduled to officiate. Nor may they handle or act as
agent for any dog entered at that obedience trial.
Females in season are not permitted to compete. If a
female is withdrawn from competition because it came
into season and the event secretary is notified no later
than one half hour prior to the start of the first class in the
trial, the club is required to refund the entry fee. The club
may retain a processing fee and must publish this information in the premium. Clubs may determine the documentation, if any that is required to confirm the female is
in season. This shall be stated in the premium. Note: No
fee is paid to the AKC for females in season who are withdrawn.
If allowed by the host club, the obedience trial secretary
may enter dogs owned or co-owned by the secretary and
may handle dogs in the obedience trial. The secretary’s
priority must be the handling of official secretary duties in
a timely manner. If participation in the trial interferes with
these duties, other arrangements for handling dogs must
be made. The remainder of this section is unchanged.
Obedience Regulations — Chapter 1, Section 27
Section 27. Limitation of Entries. If a club anticipates
an entry to exceed the capacity of its facilities for a licensed or member trial, it may limit entries, not to exceed
up to eight hours of judging time per day, per judge. Nonregular classes, however, may be included, if so desired.
Prominent announcement of such limits will appear in
the title or cover page of the premium list for an obedience trial or immediately under the obedience heading in
the premium list for a dog show. This announcement must
state that the entries in one or more specified classes will
automatically close when certain limits have been
reached, even if this occurs before the official closing
date.
However, a club, at its discretion, may choose to establish a wait list in order to fill openings created by entries
that are withdrawn prior to the event closing day. If a club
is maintaining a wait list, this shall be stated in the premium. The full entry fee shall be refunded to an entrant
whose entry is replaced by a wait-listed entry.
When entries are limited in the Open B and/or Utility B
classes, a club must designate a UDX class in the premium list. Dogs entered in this UDX class would be entered
in both Open B and Utility B, and the combined entry fee
for these two classes must be paid. Once the limit has
been reached in either the Open B or the Utility B class,
the UDX class will be considered closed, and any subsequent entries for this class will be unacceptable in their
entirety.
Obedience Regulations — Chapter 2, Sections 11 &
22
Section 11. Announcement of Scores. The judge will
not disclose any scoring to anyone until the entire class
has been judged. Nor should anyone else be allowed to
do so. Immediately after the group exercises for Novice,
Graduate Novice and Open, the judge will inform the handlers of a qualifying performance. In Beginner Novice, Pre
-Novice, Pre-Open, Graduate Open, Pre-Utility, Versatility
and Utility, the judge will inform the handler immediately
following the last exercise.
After all the scores are recorded for the class or division
of the class, the judge will call the qualifying dogs back
into the ring. For the award ceremony, dogs may be
picked up and carried into the ring if the handler desires.
Before awarding the placements, the judge will inform the
spectators of the maximum number of points required for
a perfect score. After scores of each placement have
been announced, the judge will tell the handlers their
dogs’ scores.
Section 22. Praise. Praise and petting are allowed
between and after exercises, but points will be deducted
from the total score for a dog that is not under reasonable
control while being praised. There will be a substantial
penalty for any dog that is picked up or carried at any time
in the obedience ring while under judgment. Note: A dog
is under judgment until it leaves the ring.
AKC Rally® Regulations — Chapter 2, Section 1
Section 1. Space Requirements. The ring sizes for
rally shall be between 2,000 and 3,000 square feet, with a
minimum width of 30 feet. The floor covering or ground
surface must be the same as would be suitable for traditional AKC Obedience trials. The size of the ring shall be
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stated in the premium. In consideration of the judge’s
course design requirements, they should be informed of
the ring size with as much lead time as possible.
National Monument—Continued from page 11
foot tall bronze dog handler represents all dog handlers of
all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces that served during
World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, the Gulf War
and the War on Terror.
Another significant design feature is the "Not Forgotten
Fountain" - a fully functional bronze dog and handler water
fountain that epitomizes the bond between dog and handler. The larger than life, "hero-sized", bronze handler and
dogs, tell the stories of the unbreakable bond between
America's war dogs and their handlers, and the courage to
protect and serve. All seven of the bronze sculptures that
make up the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National
Monument were meticulously sculpted by internationally
recognized sculptor, Paula Slater
(www.PaulaSlater.com).
The U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument was funded through the generosity of corporate
sponsors (Maddie's Fund www.MaddiesFund.org, Natural
Balance Pet Foods www.NaturalBalanceInc.com, Petco
www.petco.com), veterans groups, dog groups, donations
made by individuals, and funds raised through charitable
events.
A number of local, state, federal and military officials attended this historical occasion, as well as current and veteran dog handlers. "As a nation we owe our war dogs a
tremendous debt of gratitude," said Burnam. "Their selfless service, loyalty and sacrifices to our country must
never be forgotten. The U.S. Military Working Dog Teams
National Monument is a treasure for us all to ensure they
are honored and remembered forever."
For more information about the U.S. Military Working
Dog Teams National Monument and its journey to becoming a United States national monument, go to
www.jbmf.us.
2014 Summit Assistance Dogs Graduation
By Lorraine Yu, reprinted from Retriever Life
Eight graduates celebrated their partnership at the
2014 Summit Assistance Dogs graduation on Saturday,
January 11th at The Highland Community Center in Bellevue, WA. Following some opening remarks by the Board
President, the mother of a graduate spoke on behalf her
eight-year old son, Christopher, who is unable to walk,
talk, or feed himself. Christopher is cognitively aware and
his new assistance golden retriever, Campbell, has
brought a positive change in Christopher's life by helping
stimulate his awareness. While she was speaking, Chris-
topher was scooting along the floor of the gym making
noises. Campbell was in the front row and when they saw
each other pure joy and playfulness abounded from both
parties. It was a sight to see. Nothing tugged at the heart
strings more than the look of happiness in the mother’s
eyes.
Next, Diana and Hyak (yellow Lab) were on stage giving
a demo which included retrieving items like a phones and
gloves as well as demonstrating how Hyak can flip light
switches. Hyak got great
praise from his handler and the
audience. Then it was time for
the presentation of diplomas.
Each puppy raiser presented
the graduating service dog to
their new owner along with
gifts and loving words. Summit gave each puppy raiser a
framed picture of them with the dog they trained and cared
for. Then Summit' presented the graduates a plaque and
handmade quilt with the dogs name on it. The smiles and
the graduates faces were priceless.
Following some closing remarks, a slideshow displayed
all the graduate teams in their journey from pup to new
partnership. The audience shared “aww’s”, laughter, and
applause. What a wonderful end to a touching ceremony.
I want to encourage everyone to get involved. As breeders and/or dog lovers, nothing is better than seeing a dog
doing what they were bred to do. Donate your time, donate
your money, donate your skills. Become a puppy raiser!
Organizations like these value all types of donations.
We’ve personally found it very rewarding
by volunteering in various ways to Summit Assistance
Dogs. We not only donated funds, but also donated pups
(the “H” litter) and watched them go through the program.
Hyak is one of them. All pups don’t fit the profile of a service dog. A few of our pups flunked out of the program but
because of their keen sense of smell have gone on to do
drug and bomb detection. We are very proud of all of
them. I want to applaud a fellow Labrador Retriever
breeder, Nina
Mann (Harbortop
Labradors) who
attended to present
a graduate - a talented chocolate
Labrador whom she bred and raised.
In addition to the wonderful service of producing capable
and life changing service dogs, Summit Assistance Dogs
harbors a program with the Monroe Prison Program. Inmates vie for the opportunity to train and care for service
dogs in training. The program exposes the dogs to different people environments which is a great asset to their
development while also providing inmates with a sense of
purpose, pride, and accomplishment. One of the inmates
made a comment saying, "Thank you for giving us the opportunity to do this and we, as a team, are going to keep
empowering people with disabilities to greater heights".
Summit Assistance Dogs will be posting updates to
their website and Facebook page. Please feel free to visit
both to find out more about the organization and the graduates.
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LRC, Inc. Schedule of National Specialty
Events Week
Note: Tentative Schedule and Pending AKC Approvals
October 3-12, 2014
Friday/ Saturday, October 3/4
LRC, Inc. Field Trial
Conformation Certificate Evaluation
Sunday, October 5
Field Trial Continues
TD/TDX Tracking Test
Official Invitation
Travel to the Keystone State and Celebrate!!!
The 2014 National Specialty Events Week
October 4-11th
Enjoy a week of events showcasing
“Our Labrador Retrievers”
In historic Gettysburg, PA, at the
Monday, October 6
Agility Trial 1; Obedience Trial 1; Rally Trial 1
Obedience Top 25 Tribute
Tuesday, October 7
LRC, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting
Agility Trial 2; Rally Trial 2; Agility Top 25 Tribute
Working Certificate
Worker’s Party hosted by LRC, Inc. BOD
LRC, Inc. Annual Meeting
Evening Hospitality
Wednesday, October 8
LRC, Inc. Parent Club Specialty
Judge’s Workshop AM; Ringside Mentoring PM
CC Evaluation; CGC Testing; Obedience Trial 2
Studs ‘n Spuds Cocktail Party
Thursday, October 9
Sweepstakes Classes [Veteran and Puppy]
Conformation – Bitch Classes; The Challenge: Special Attraction Classes
Conformation Top 25 Tribute
LRC Banquet with Regional Club’s Salute
Friday, October 10
Junior Showmanship; Conformation – Dog Classes
Rescue Dog Parade; Service Dog Parade
Best of Breed
Best Puppy; Best Bred By; Best in Sweepstakes;
Best Veteran
Best in Field Classes; Best in Hunting Classes
Saturday, October 11
Junior, Senior, Master Hunt Test
Working Certificate Test
Conformation Certificate Evaluation
Sunday, October 12
Junior, Senior Hunt Test
Master Test continued
Dog for All Reasons Presentations
THE CHALLENGE Medal Presentations
and surrounding locations
Planning is underway for yet another great round
of events showcasing our wonderful breed and all the
variety of activities we enjoy participating in with them in
the Northeast!
Folks are coming up with some great ideas for
even more ways we can showcase our breed. Keep
those ideas rolling in! Edie Castor has stepped up to be
the 2014 National Specialty Events Week Chairperson.
This is a big job and many assistants, chairs/co-chairs,
committee members and volunteers are needed to make
this a spectacular week. Nancy Brandow will be the
LRC, Inc. Board Liaison for the event. She can be
reached at [email protected] or
[email protected] Please email them with how
you would like to help with the 2014 National Events
Week.
The Host Hotel will be the Eisenhower Hotel and
Convention Center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Activities will be at the Hotel and the surrounding area. This
scenic and historic area of the country will make a great
setting for our National Events Week. So, mark your calendars and plan to attend.
Information is posted on the LRC, Inc. Website
listing events and other vital information about the 2014
National Specialty Events Week. Send an email now
and let us know what you are interested in volunteering
to do in 2014!
Event Chairs
Event week chair: Edie Castor, [email protected]
Assistant Conformation Chair: Dottie Black,
[email protected]
Obedience Chair: Barbara Burri, [email protected]
Rally Chair: Gayle Abrams, candy
[email protected]
Agility Chair: Kim Sector, [email protected]
Conformation Certificate Chair: Nancy Brandow,
[email protected]
Conformation Secretary: Tami Wilson, twil14
[email protected]
Trophy Chair: Tami Wilson, [email protected]
Assistant Trophy Chair: Nina Mann, [email protected]
Ribbon Chair: Jill Mahoney, [email protected]
Tracking Chair: Debby Kay, [email protected]
Hunt Test Chair: Lyn Yelton,
[email protected]
Hospitality Chair: Krista Beal, [email protected]
We are looking for volunteers to serve on committees.
Contact the above chairs with for more information.
LRC Regional Specialty—Continued from page 9
Best Brace: (correction)
BELQUEST NOTHIN BUT A BLONDE. SR605316/02.
01/06/2010. Bitch. BREEDER: Vicky Creamer & Kristen
Creamer-Allison. By GCh Ch Gateway's Nothin' But TroubleCh Belquest Blonde Ambition. OWNER: Vicky & Mike
Creamer & K Creamer-Allison & K Beal.
GCH CH BELQUEST NOTHIN' BUT THE FACTS.
SR526458/01. 10/24/2008. Bitch. BREEDER: Owner. By
GCh Ch Gateway's Nothin' But Trouble-Ch Belquest Very
Impressionable. OWNER: Vicky Creamer.
Best Bred By Exhibitor: CEDARWOOD'S JONQUIL RA.
SR656245/01. 11/22/2010. BREEDER: Nancy R Brandow.
By Ch Tameric's Choose Your Poison RN JH-Cedarwood's
Indigo RA SH. OWNER: Nancy R Brandow.
Best Hunting Retriever: GCH CH SHORELINE LOBUFF
STEEL MAGNOLIA JH. SR692305/01. 07/19/2011.
BREEDER: Linda C Berkeley & Lisa E Weiss. By GCh Ch
Lobuff Aquarius Semper Fi At Shoreline JH-GCh Ch
Beiquest Sugar Magnolia At Lobuff RA JH. OWNER: Linda
Berkeley_Weiss.
Best Field Trial: M&M'S PUTTING ON THE RITZ.
SR560384/04. 04/22/2009. BREEDER: Marty Bullington. By
Nafc Fc AFC Cody Cut A Lean Grade-Hickory Stick's I'll Be
Fine. OWNER: Linda Berkeley-Weiss.
Best Puppy: NIKIT JUST DOIN SOME HOSSIN ROUND.
SR784112/07. 05/24/2013. BREEDER: Krista S Brasel. By
Ch OTCh Belquest Kit's Gonna Do It Tucker-Ch Belquest
Kit's Get Er Done Stacy. OWNER: Krista S Brasel. AGENT:
Ron Hahn.
For more Specialty Show Results:
Link to Onofrio site for show results: http://www.onofrio.com/
execpgm/WBSRBREEDS?WTSHKY=RLBA152850
Book Review: Thunder Dog,
Michael Hingson, Thomas Nelson Inc (2011), ISBN13: 978-1598599893. Review written by Lorraine Yu, reprinted from Retriever Life.
I didn't realize what the book was
about until I actually picked it up. The
cover draws you in with a picture of a
yellow Labrador with her service harness in front of what appears to be a
fireman with the words:"Thunder Dog
is the true story of a blind man, his
guide dog, and the triumph of trust at
Ground Zero". I opened the book
knowing that when I close it, tears will
have welled up in my eyes many times.
As I start reading, the book is exactly
what I expected and then not at all. It recounts in detail
the day that Roselle (guide dog) and Michael Hingson
(author) spend surviving September 11th. As the events
of the day unravel, Michael interweaves stories about the
challenges and triumphs of growing up blind. Michael
was born premature and standard practice was to place
the baby in an incubator with pure oxygen. It later was
discovered that it caused blindness (eye disease called
ROP, retinopathy of prematurirty) which was epidemic,
affecting >10,000 premature babies, including the musician Stevie Wonder. What is unexpected about the book
is how it educates the reader on blindness and how inspirational Michael is throughout his life which appears
to be heavily influenced by his amazing parents who
treated Michael like any other kid. He learns early on that
it's okay to be blind, it won't ruin your life or lower your
intelligence, and it won't keep you from traveling or falling
in love. He grows up with exceptional confidence which is
bolstered by his constant companions and guide dogs.
Yes, unfortunately dogs' lives are not as long as humans
so Michael has had a few in his life, but none as special
as Roselle.
Roselle has been showered with awards for her role in
9/11, including the American Kennel Clubs' ACE Award
for Canine Excellence. The Guide Dogs for the Blind
have retired her name so no future guide dog will ever be
named Roselle. Roselle retired in 2007 when she developed a serious health issue called IMT (immunemediated thrombocytopenia) which was likely related to
her exposure to the environmental toxins and irritants she
inhaled in the expansive dust clouds from the collapsing
towers. Michael has started Roselle's Dream Foundation with the mission to assist the blind with obtaining new
technologies empowering them to learn, to work, and to
maximize their success in today’s challenging world.
Michael found it difficult to talk about that day yet had
been asked repeatedly to speak about it. His decision to
do so was because he felt it might help people understand blindness better, it might help people understand
how the guide dog relationship works, and it might help
people move on from 9/11. He has many stories that
prove his decision was a good one.
I found this book a compelling and touching read. The
author really drew me in and gave me a greater appreciation and understanding for the lives of the blind and their
canine companions.
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LRC Board Meeting—continued from page 4
MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING: Fran Smith
moved and Yvonne Hays seconded that the Minutes be
approved. MOTION CARRIED.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
The President, Fred Kampo, said that AKC will do
nothing about Silvers or anything else that impacts registration. We can strengthen our web site statement. Joan
Kerr will ask Marianne Foote to add Fran Smith’s blunt
statement that “a silver dog is not a Labrador.”
Fred also noted that electronic voting is not allowed if
you are incorporated in New York. The Women’s Field
Trial Club moved to Maryland for insurance purposes.
They did save considerable money on insurance. Fred
asked Lyn what we pay for liability and workman’s compensation. We currently have good insurance that supports the club. Fred will ask Kent or Grayson to see if
there would be any significant value in changing.
AKC Disaster Relief – Canine Health gets $1 whenever
a Field Trial is entered.
TREASURER’S REPORT:
10/13/12
Cash Balance
$258,623
12/31/12
$225,112
Income
$32,356
$338,076
SubTotal
$290,979
$563,189
Expenses
$38,091
$310,301*
9/30/13 Balance
$252,888
9/30/13 Cash Balance $252,888
*Includes a $230,000 transfer of funds as the LRC Merrill
Lynch account was closed and a Bank of America account
was established.
Third Quarter Summary: Major contributions to income
included $30,000 Field Trial and Hunting Test activities as
well as approximately $500 each from membership dues,
Rescue donations and Yearbook income. The expense
side includes $17,000 in Field Trial and Hunting Test expenditures as well as $6,700 in Board of Directors costs
and donations approximating $5,400 to the Bird Dog Hall
of Fame and $2,400 to Labrador Rescue.
Year-to Date Summary: As of September 30th the LRC
account balance was up 12% since yearend 2012. Major
contributions to income included $67,000 from 5 Field Trials, 1 Hunting Test and a training day. Other sources of
income are $26,000 from the Purina Parent Club Program
and $12,000 from dues and donations. The major expenses included $46,000 from the Field Trials and Hunting Test, $7,000 from travel expenses for the Board of
Directors, $5,500 in Administrative fees as well as $9,500
in donations to the Bird Dog Hall of Fame and Labrador
Rescue. Clearly, the LRC continues to maintain a strong
financial position.
When asked about the amount of funds in our account,
Treasurer Yelton recommended that the Club consider
making even more meaningful donations to research and/
or rescue needs which would benefit the breed. Fran
Smith moved and Juxi Burr seconded to accept the Treasurer’s report as presented. MOTION CARRIED
Treasurer Lyn Yelton brought up several other issues for
the Board’s review:
1. How to handle the Treasurer’s role for LRC events –
other Field Trials, National Specialty, etc. No specific conclusion was reached regarding other events. However,
Tami Wilson was approved and accepted the Treasurer’s
position for the National Specialty.
2. The necessity of forwarding requests and related information for insurance – both workman’s compensation and
general liability – to the Treasurer in a timely manner. All
requests for event insurance must be filed with the Treasurer at least (3) three months prior to the event.
3. The necessity of filing an expense reimbursement request (form provided) and all related receipts with the
Treasurer in a timely manner – no more than two weeks
after the expense was incurred.
4. A similar form was recommended for all income contributions sent to the Treasurer for deposit.
5. The financial statement for the TN Field Trial was presented again to the Board. Profits for the event totaled
$2179, rather than the $4000 reported by Don Driggers at
the June 2013 meeting. The Board reaffirmed its June
decision to give 1/3 of the profits to Ames Foundation and
another 1/3 to the Bird Dog Hall of Fame to be used for
the purchase of a fire proof safe. Lyn questioned the propriety of giving LRC funds to improve private property.
Yvonne Hays asked if the Treasurer and Board would
have an issue if Ames were simply to charge a ground
rental fee.
6. Lyn suggested a welcome letter explaining the requirements for attendance and out lining the reimbursement
policies.
7. Noting that the current cost of processing membership
applications is roughly $45-48 application, Lyn suggested
we limit membership application mailings to once a quarter to save on mailing expenses.
8. While on the topic of membership applications, Fran
Smith proposed that three negative votes on any prospective member unless a violation of the constitution, be
enough to stop the granting of membership. Lyn Yelton
moved and Barbara Nowak seconded. MOTION CARRIED
9. Lyn asked for a policy attendance at BOD dinners. It
was moved by Fred Kampo and seconded by Lyn that the
Club will pay for the director and spouse/companion dinners. MOTION CARRIED
10. Clarification of the LRC’s reimbursement policies for
Board f Director meetings. Lyn Yelton stated that reimbursement has traditionally included air fare, two nights
hotel, two days of car rental and other reasonable expenses during those two days for one meeting per year. Directors will be reimbursed for expenses for both LRC meetings. Mary Feazell moved, Barbara Nowak seconded.
MOTION CARRIED
11. Lyn Yelton pointed out that many checks being sent to
local LRC clubs for their trophy program are not being
cashed. Fran Smith moved and Lyn Yelton seconded that
local clubs apply for their checks with their letter of permission. MOTION CARRIED Fran Smith moved and
Juxi Burr seconded to approve items 1 through 7. MO16
TION CARRIED
OLD BUSINESS:
Working Certificate: The Board approved a minimum
age of 6 months so that the WC can be recognized by
AKC. Fred Kampo moved and Lyn Yelton seconded.
MOTION CARRIED. This needs to be spelled out in
the WC requirements on our web site.
Video: The Board approved funding a video that
would explore the history of the breed and why the Labrador is built the way it is. Tony Emilio, chair of the project,
has been referred to a company called Go PRO that
might sponsor us, showing the Labrador as the dog for all
reasons. We need an outline of where the breed is going.
The question was asked who would we show the video
to? Tony will view the Judges’ Education material,
choose some Board members to help him and come back
to the next meeting with a proposal.
Responsible chairs: There was a discussion about
who are the resources for the following;
Working Certificate – Julie Kirk
Conformation Certificate – Nancy Brandow
Judges Education – Juxi Burr & Marilyn Little
Purina Corporate Sponsorship – Fred Kampo & Tony
Emilio
Versatile Producer Award – Marcia Lucas
AKC Title List – Carolyn Tremer
Field Trials – Lyn Yelton
Tracking – Nina Mann & Sandy McMillan
Obedience/Rally - Barbara Nowak
Retriever Hunting Tests – Fran Smith
Agility – Carolyn Tremer
Newsletter – Lorraine Yu & Marcia Lucas
Yearbook – Robin Anderson & Carolyn Tremer
Web Site Staff & Official LRC Information – Mary Feazell
Member ship – Nancy Brandow & Lyn Yelton
Health and Welfare – Fran Smith
Time Zone Chairs – Mary Feazell & Fran Smith
Junior Showmanship – Barbara Nowak
NSEC – Guidelines available on web site
Top 25 – Barbara Nowak
Dog For All Reasons – Nina Mann
The Challenge – Lee Foote & Tony Emilio
Gazette Breed Column – Lee Foote
Rescue – Terri McFadden & Marcia Lucas
Database – Joan Kerr & Marcia Lucas
Breeder Referral – Joan Kerr & Barbara Nowak
NEW BUSINESS:
Carolyn Tremer raised a number of questions:
Fran Smith moved and Juxi Burr seconded never collecting semen at a National because of the chance of contamination. MOTION CARRIED
The Board felt there are enough outlets for performance training so that the Club does not need to emphasize it.
The Board decided against Skype meetings
Offering a DNA test at a National Specialty: Because
this is a blood test most people do not want and is complicated to get blood samples shipped in a timely manner
at the specialty.
Deb Miller has moved to Mississippi, out of the Mountain zone. Carolyn Tremer will take her place as Time
Zone C hair. Lyn Yelton moved, Nancy Brandow seconded. MOTION CARRIED
Fran Smith will call AKC about the WC.
HEALTH:
As of June, 2013 EIC has been added to the CHIC list.
CNM and PRA were suggested as possible future additions. Research is ongoing into Cruciate rupture susceptibly and Fran Smith feels we will eventually have a gene
test. The mechanics of a Cruciate rupture are related to
conformation. The Club has $159,000 in our donor advised fund. Last June we voted to donate to the tick research grant and to more research on the various kinds of
Cruciate rupture healing. Cardiology is still an uncertain
science. It is not possible to find the gene for TVD until it
is easier to determine a normal dog.
REPORTS:
2013 – LRC is having a parent club specialty on Friday, December 13 in Florida; Nancy Brandow and Vicky
Creamer are chairing it.
2014 – The National Specialty will be in Gettysburg,
PA October 4 – 11, 2014 at the Eisenhower Hotel. Lewis
Bayne, Judy Chambers will be the judges, Sandy McMillan will judge Sweeps and Judy Castor will be the show
chair.
2015 – Alternate sites are being considered. The
Badger LRC is interested in holding it at Oconomoc, outside of Milwaukee. Fran Smith said it is a very attractive
site.
NOMINATION COMMITTEE: Juxi Burr moved and Nina
Mann seconded that President Fred Kampo appoint
Yvonne Hays and Mary Feazell, Chair, as the two Board
members of nominating committee and added John Lawrence, Sue Kampo and Marianne Foote as non-Board
members.
AWARDS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Fred Kampo presented LRC achievement award to Fran Smith and announced that the June 13, 2014 meeting would be at the
Windmill Hotel, 1450 Mulholland Dr., Roseburg, OR. 541673-0901. There will be a conformation certificate on the
weekend. The fall annual meeting will be held at the Specialty.
ADJOURNMENT: Mary Feazell moved and Juxi Burr
seconded that President Fred Kampo adjourn the meeting
at 3 PM. MOTION CARRIED
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Feazell, Secretary
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for hips, elbows, and eyes and
whose test results are public. Other
testing can also be done but these
three are mandatory to receive the
CHIC designation. As of June 17,
2013, they also require Exercise Induced Collapse before the CHIC is
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