08_Sept 01 NW - Newfoundland Club of San Diego

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September–October 2001
NCSD Board Members
Sandra Younger – President
Dori McLaurin – Vice President
Joe Wucherer – Treasurer
Denise Jones – Secretary
Nancy Wolf – Historian
Larry Anderson – Member-at-large
John Gerard – Member-at-large
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Newfs on Vacation
President’s Column
By Sandra Younger
Maggie
An Evening at the Beach
By Gina Anderson
Historical Newf Quotes
NEWFS ARE BIG ON SUMMER VACATIONS
Calendar of Events
The Kahuna Classic
Halloween Doggie Dinner
NCA Draft Test Exercises
Delight Saves the Family
By Karen Kosakowski
NCSD Newf Birthdays
New Member Profiles
By Esther Hofer
Editor’s Column
By Denise Jones
The Dog Show Circuit
Historian’s Column
By Nancy Wolf
Excerpt from Spottesville
By Eric Wolf
Photo by Gordon Churchill
July 7 NCSD Board
Meeting Minutes
Bo wants to know why pilot Judy Churchill is delaying their flight to Tahoe!
NCSD Budget Forecast
NewfWaves in Color
to go on vacation to new places far from home. The Churchills’
Bo is particularly fortunate in this regard, because both Gordon
and Judy are experienced pilots. They own a six-seat Cessna
Pressurized 210 and can take off for exotic destinations with
Bo whenever schedules and weather permit. With the middle
Photo by Matt Oldham
seats removed, there is plenty of room for Bo and his cat,
Lucy, who usually accompanies him on the flights. He calms
her by resting his Newfy head next to her carrier. His favorite
vacation area is the Churchills’ second home at Lake Tahoe.
August 8 NCSD Board
Meeting Minutes
Estate Planning for Critters
By M. J. Martindill, Esq.
Probably as much as their human companions, Newfies love
Continued on page 2
The material contained herein is educational, informative and entertaining in nature. It is not intended to replace competent
veterinary care, nor does it necessarily reflect the opinions of the members or boards of the NCA or the NCSD.
ESTATE PLANNING TO CARE FOR THE CRITTERS
Newfs on Vacation (continued from page 1)
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©Michael J. Martindill, Esq.
Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law
State Bar of California
Board of Legal Specialization
Judy reports: “Bo has been flying since we
picked him up in the airplane in Klamath
Falls, Oregon when he was three months old.
His first reaction when we hit a rough spot
was to jump in his new mommy’s lap. He’s
been a relaxed flyer ever since. He sleeps
most of the way. He does sit up during
landings to be sure we do it right. He’s
somewhat of a legend at the Minden, Nevada
airport. All personnel know him and love
him up on arrival.
Introduction
Baby boomers and blended families are increasingly concerned about who takes care of the critters
after the owner dies. Traditionally, the children, neighbors or country-cousins would not hesitate to
take Fluffy, Fido or Flicka. After all, what’s a few more animals when you already have a herd?
With families so geographically spread and so mobile, with the longevity of people and pets, and with
the crowded urban living, there is often no one or no place for the animals. Some owners’ problems
are compounded by the size of the animal, by limited availability of people with the skills required, by
zoning and C.C.&R’s limitations and, finally, by the high costs of care.
“Bo had the best hike yesterday — along
a stream where he was in and out of the
water the entire way. He was so tired last
night that he wasn’t able to offer resistance
when I combed out the tangles. He would
love to stay up here — too many leashes in
San Diego. ‘Up here on dis mountain, we
don’t need no stinkin’ leashes!’
Historical Setting
Thomas Jefferson believed that wealth should be controlled by the living, not the dead. He was not
in favor of tying up assets for the care of people nor animals. The next generations should make
their own decisions, free of restrictions imposed by the ancestors.
We have had a long-standing legal perspective that a direct gift to an animal is absolutely void. No
beneficiary had legal standing (four legs alone are not enough) to enforce the use of the gift. Thus,
there was no gift to the animal. Courts have often been called upon to enforce those legal policies
even when it was obvious the owner wanted someone to care for the pets after the owner’s death.
Academic and Charitable Alternatives
Photo by Judy Churchill
Gordon attempts to have Bo retrieve the official bumper.
Purdue University Veterinary School [(800) 830-0104]; in West Lafayette, Indiana (and other
veterinary schools and humane societies around the country) has taken an interesting approach to
caring for pets after the death of the owner by creating the “Peace of Mind Program.” This program
guarantees medical care and placement in good homes for the rest of the pet’s life in exchange for a
suggested minimum bequest to the University of $25,000.00.
Owners can also make outright gifts of the animals and money to existing charitable entities,
zoological societies for instance, with conditions that the money be used for care for their animals as
well as the general purposes of the organization. From a practical standpoint, however, if the gift to
the charity is not large enough to be worth the care effort, the charitable organization will decline the
gift altogether. One man with $20 million dollars (the good news!) and 300 dogs, and more coming
all the time (the bad news), was just too much even for the vet school to take on.
Honorary Trusts for Pets
Case law was slowly moving to the concept of allowing Living Trusts to be used for care of animals
too. More recently and more pointedly, state legislatures have begun adopting laws covering trusts
for pets. Generally speaking, these laws allow trusts (called “Honorary Trusts”) to be created for the
benefit of designated domesticated or pet animals alive at the creation of the trust for their remaining
lifetimes. “Honorary Trusts” laws have been passed in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado,
Michigan, Montana, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, and Utah.
Recently, even the federal government is looking at new tax laws that will allow for the care of our
pets and provide a tax deduction, too!
Bo loves hikes and carries his water and necessities.
“His favorite activity, however, is swimming
in Lake Tahoe — year-round. The water is
always chilly. He must be a Newfoundland,
because he really enjoys the cold; it doesn’t
ever seem to bother him.”
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Effective options to care for the critters after our deaths are now available for our use. Consult with a
knowledgeable estate-planning attorney and adopt a plan that fits you and your companions.
Bo prefers a big stick. A wet Newfy is a happy Newfy!
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Editor’s Note: Attorney Michael Martindill’s practice is located in La Mesa, California. He mey be contacted
at (619) 589-1112.
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I.
Newfoundland Club of San Diego Board Meeting
Wolf Residence, August 8, 2001
Minutes
PRESIDENT’S COLUMN
By Sandra Younger
Call to order
Sandra Younger, president, called the meeting to order at approximately 7:08 p.m. Board members in
attendance were Sandra Younger, Dori McLaurin, Joe Wucherer, Nancy Wolf, Larry Anderson and Denise
Jones. Committee chairs Esther Hofer and Gina Anderson were also present.
II.
Minutes
Minutes of the July 7, 2001 meeting will be read and approved at the meeting on September 22, 2001.
III.
Secretary’s Report: There was no secretary’s report.
IV.
Treasurer’s Report:
Joe Wucherer, treasurer, reported a balance of $3,552.43. He has a few hundred in deposits to make. Joe
reviewed the proposed budget. We usually project too high, but it’s safer to keep it that way. We usually
spend about $6,000.00 when we have $7,700.00 budgeted. Dori’s motion to accept the proposed budget
was seconded by Nancy, passed with none opposed. Thanks to Joe for his hard work. Joe also reported he
purchased the club’s event tent at Sam’s Club for $215.00.
V.
Committee Reports:
Conformation: Joe confirmed our Specialty in conjunction with the Silver Bay KC shows the last week in
February 2002. The breed judges will be Dorothy Welsh on Saturday and Dr. Peter Emily on Sunday. We
still need a sweepstakes judge.
Membership: Esther reported 101 adult and 13 junior members; 11 have not renewed; she sent out reminders.
New members: Gerald Rowden and Kimie Landers. Former member Ron Morebello lost Herbie in June and
wants to donate a car gate to a member. We will put a notice in the next NewfWaves.
Ways and means: Nancy received information on the snake clinic. Spring is the best time, but it’s hard to
schedule with the instructor. What is the effectiveness of this training? There are no guarantees; we need
to review some of the literature. The instructor trains horses for the same thing and has been training for 25
years. We would like to establish an annual fundraiser.
VI. Unfinished Business/New Business
Water Test-Kahuna Classic Theme. Gina found Newf soaps for the exhibitors and notecards/rubber stamps
for qualifiers. Waterworks kit for raffle is 10% off. Need to purchase tickets for the judges, set up the kayak,
publish the catalog a few weeks before test. Esther will pick up the judges at the airport and be in charge of
a drink/snack cooler at the site for the judges. Sandra will return the judges to the airport. Need lodging for
Lanelle. Mary Killian-land safety; Larry and Bob-photography; Barb Thompson-raffle; Steve-equipment
mentor; Gina-sandwiches; Joe has the tent. We need to organize head stewards. Denise will bring roll of
raffle tickets.
Joint Draft Test with NCSC on December 9, 2001 at Mulvaney Park. Pam Rubio and Martin Vroegryk will be
our judges.
Constitution: We will calendar a Sunday to work on revision. Web site: Sharon and Nancy are still
researching. Committee heads have served for a year; need to reevaluate if the current heads continue with
current positions. Halloween Dinner on October 27, 2001; need to confirm with Javier at Andiamo’s. Encinitas
Holiday Parade? Draft Test in March 2002; Sandra is third member of board. Botique Page in NewfWaves.
Initiate nostalgia theme/feature for NewfWaves.
Next meeting Sept 22 at water test practice. Board meeting at 10:00 a.m.; general meeting at noon. Come
with ideas for programs, fund raising, calendar.
VII.
Adjournment
Sandra adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Denise E. Jones, Secretary
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Fellow Newf lovers,
Where did the summer go? I hope it brought
you lots of occasions to enjoy life with your
Newfs. It was certainly a great evening of
fun July 14th at Coronado’s Dog Beach. The
dogs played tag, while the humans visited
around a fire and munched on s’mores.
Shades of summer camp!
In honor of Bastille Day, Gina Anderson
cajoled us into a French relay. Carry a
three-foot loaf of bread in one hand, a full
goblet and your Newf’s leash in the other,
with Newf attached, of course. See who can
make it down to the turn-around point and
back the fastest, without spilling! Thanks
to Gina and Larry for making our sunset
bonfire an evening to remember!
As we look toward the fall, please plan to
join us Saturday, Sept. 22 for a picnic meeting
at Glorietta Bay on Coronado. Then come back
the next day, Sunday, Sept. 23 for the Kahuna
Classic, our 2001 Water Test. Water test day
is always one of my favorite days on the
Newfy calendar. There’s nothing better than
seeing our Newfs in the water, displaying
their natural rescue abilities and training
with their human partners. Don’t miss it!
With plans in full swing for the water test,
your NCSD board members have also been
busy planning a full calendar of events and
setting goals for the coming year. We intend
to accomplish these three objectives: 1) revise
our constitution and by-laws to better reflect
our current needs as a club, 2) establish an
annual fund-raising event to meet the club’s
financial needs, and 3) create an official
NCSD Web site to provide information to
members and inquirers.
All of these efforts support our overall
mission of celebrating and protecting
the Newfoundland breed through fun,
fellowship, activities and education. I look
forward to working with all of you toward
this purpose. Thanks for all you do already
on behalf of our terrific Newfs.
It’s about the dogs,
Photo by Elizabeth Orlasky
Maggie: “Don’t even think about vacation without ME!”
We fell in love with this photo
of Jalynn’s Maggie Mae (CGC)
shown above. Maggie is co-owned
by Elizabeth Orlasky and Lynda
McFadden who live in Jackson, New
Jersey. Maggie is only 6 months
old here. She goes everywhere
with Elizabeth. For great shots of
Newfies, visit the website www.
ilovenewfies.com and select the
photo gallery. We feel sure you’ll
be quite pleased with many of the
fine images you’ll see there!
Sandra
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NCSD July Board Minutes (continued from page16)
We are also planning a Spring Draft Test in March 2002.
Joan and Lois are leading this effort. We needed to appoint
a third committee member, and Sandra volunteered.
We need a new Membership Roster. It should identify
NCA members also. Esther will compile with the
renewals and we will send out with the next NewfWaves.
The board discussed Mary Killian’s proposal to make a
donation to the Escondido Humane Society. Again, we
feel Newfoundland rescue should be our club’s priority,
in line with our mission statement, but we encourage
individual donations for those wishing to help rebuild
from the fire.
We will plan for an October Halloween party at
Andiamos!, a Sunday afternoon November social at
Pam and Joyce’s, and the December Holiday Parade in
Encinitas.
At the August meeting, we will discuss updating our
constitution, goals for the coming year, planning a major
fundraising event, and a club Web site. Sandra said she
has committed to serving as President for this next term,
but we need to start thinking about her successor.
A motion was made to purchase an Easy Up tent, with
a $350.00 budget. The motion was carried, and Joe will
research and purchase. We also need to prepare a club
inventory.
Our next Board meeting will be August 8, 2001 from
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Nancy’s pool area. We will plan
for an October Halloween party at Andiamo!, a Sunday
afternoon social at Pam and Joyce’s in November, and
the Encinitas Holiday Parade in December.
A warm evening, white sand, ocean surf, a crackling fire and Newfs on the loose! Heaven.
By Gina Anderson
What’s more fun than a warm fire, a picnic
supper and a wide sandy beach on a lovely
San Diego evening? Why, it’s enjoying all
that accompanied by your favorite Newfy!
On Saturday, July 14, about 20 club members
and friends with some 10 Newfs spent the
evening at the beach area located at the
north end of Central Beach in Coronado.
This off-leash dog beach is north of the Hotel
Del, next to the Naval Air Station.
After meeting the challenge of finding
parking, we dragged chairs, blankets,
barbecue, wood, food and sodas out to the
shore. Since this beach is a designated dog
beach, the dogs could run free, and several
people and most Newfs took advantage of
the surf. There were lots of other breeds
for our Newfs to sniff and play with. And, of
course, there was the traditional ball chasing
and, in some cases, retrieving.
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After eating picnic suppers, we roasted
some marshmallows over the fire and made
s’mores. Bo is investigating a toasty one in
the picture on page 5.
Since this was also Bastille Day –
when the French celebrate their fight for
independence – we had a relay race “à la
français.” Two owners and dogs had to run
around distant beach chairs. Each owner
had to carry a baguette (long loaf) of French
bread and a wine glass full of grape juice
in the same hand as the dog leash. Those
teams returning with the most “wine” won
their heat. Winners included Denise Jones
and Dooley, Bob Younger and Terra, Esther
Hofer and Molly, Bill Retin and Scotia, and
Tom Jeffrey with Darwin. All four-legged
competitors got dog biscuits for their prize.
Bo brought not just Judy and Gordon
Churchill, but also their daughter Emily and
her fiancé, Matthew. Molly invited Esther
Hofer’s two friends Iris and Margo, who
were visiting San Diego from Switzerland.
Continued on page 5
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NCA Draft Tests (continued from page 9)
VII.
Adjournment
Sandra adjourned the meeting.
D. Jones for Doreen Beale
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Principal Parts of the Exercise: (1) An intriguing distraction
occurs near the working dog during a moving exercise; (2)
The dog may stop and notice the distraction, but may not
pursue the distraction; (3) The handler redirects the dog, and
the dog continues with the exercise.
*For complete Draft Test Regulations, see the NCA website.
Excerpt from Spottesville (continued from page 14)
After that day, Bubba became Trudy’s
best friend and constant companion. He
shadowed her everywhere, and stoically
endured her scolding for being always
under-foot. He was the first to warn if a
salesman came to the door, or when the
mailman made his delivery, and he always
interposed himself between her and a
stranger. And at night, he would creep up
on the bed and lie down next to her until
she fell asleep; and later, he would check
on her in the wee hours, sometimes licking
her cheek as she slept. If there ever was
true love in this world, Bubba loved Trudy.
He worshiped and adored her. And while
Trudy thought she had only taken in a stray
dog, in truth, it was he who had adopted
her, as surely as he had found the sole
purpose for his existence – which was to
be with her every moment of every hour of
every day. And if she ever left him – if only
for a while – his great heart sank, and his
head hung low as though his life were at an
end, and it was only when she returned that
he sprang to life again.
Financial breakdown: Treasurer’s Projected 2001-02 Income and Expenses , each estimated at $7,785:
Income:
Expenses:
Regional Specialty 29 %
Membership Dues 22 %
Fund-raising Events 18 %
Water Test
Draft Test
Remaining Misc.
10 %
8%
13 %
NewfWaves
14 %
Water Test
14 %
Draft Test
Remaining Misc.
11 %
34 %
NEWFWAVES IN COLOR
The color version of NewfWaves is available in electronic format as a portable document
file (pdf). You may download it from the Web (it is no longer sent by e-mail, as the file
is usually several megabytes and exceeds size limits for some e-mail servers). The
web address is: http://www.adogpark.com/newfy/ . Download the file Sept01NW.exe for the
current (Sept) issue. Then double-click this *.exe file, and it will self-extract into the *.pdf
file which you can then double-click to view NewfWaves with Adobe Acrobat Reader.
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I.
Younger Residence, July 7, 2001
Minutes
Call to order
President Sandra Younger called the meeting to order at approximately 10:22 a.m. The board members in
attendance were Sandra Younger, Dori McLaurin, Joe Wucherer, Sharon Gilbert, Nancy Wolf and Larry Anderson.
Also present were committee chairs, Esther Hofer and Gina Anderson, and NewfWaves editor, Denise Jones.
II.
Minutes
The minutes of the June 9, 2001 meeting were read and approved.
III.
Secretary’s Report
There was no secretary’s report.
IV.
Treasurer’s Report
Joe Wucherer reported a balance of $3,255.41 for the year ending June 30, 2001. The balance for the year
ending June 30, 2000 was $2,897.00.
V.
Committee Reports:
Conformation Report: Joe Wucherer talked about the February 2002 Specialty, which will be held in
conjunction with the Silver Bay Kennel Club shows. Silver Bay KC chooses the judge, but Joe submitted a list
of NCA-approved judges. Dr. Peter Emily was chosen as the judge for Sunday’s supported entry. We thanked
Joe for his dedication and work in handling the arrangements for our specialties.
Ways & Means Report: Nancy Wolf discussed the beach bonfire at Coronado Dog Beach, scheduled July 14,
2001, and our water test, scheduled September 23, 2001.
NewfWaves Report: Denise Jones and Larry Anderson are taking a break before starting on the September/
October issue. Everyone applauded the quality of our newsletter. We encouraged more contributions from
other members! Joe confirmed the club’s expenses for NewfWaves. The May/June issue was $75.00 and the
July/August issue was $120.00. We discussed the NewfWaves budget and postage expenses. Eric and Nancy
Wolf have graciously donated the postage. Also, we will announce a NewfWaves web address for interested
people to download the color PDF file.
Rescue Report: Sharon Gilbert discussed her time commitment to rescue and the need for some assistance.
We have always worked closely with the Newfoundland Club of Southern California, and they have provided
most of the financial resources. We need people to provide foster homes/care for rescues. Sharon also
discussed the hours of phone time with people interested in a rescue Newf and the related phone charges. We
talked about drafting a rescue questionnaire to mail or e-mail interested parties, rather than spending so much
time on the phone. Summer Poris, NCNC, is sending us a copy of a pamphlet she is putting together so we can
prepare one of our own. After we receive completed questionnaires, we can then follow up on the telephone.
We discussed the fact that rescue should be a priority in protecting the Newfoundland breed. We discussed
our rescue budget and reimbursing Sharon for her out-of-pocket and phone expenses. Sharon needs another
member to help conduct phone interviews. We talked about who might be interested in helping. A motion
was made to increase the rescue budget from $50.00 to $100.00, and the motion carried unanimously, with the
understanding that Sharon is the designated rescue officer and the budget increase will be used to reimburse
her expenses, i.e., questionnaires, postage, phone card, etc. Our club cannot afford expenses for spay/neuter,
grooming, veterinarian, shelter retrieval charges or temperament testing.
Water Test: Nancy Wolf advised that our water test judges will receive a Solo Sport water bottle/belt as our
gift. She also purchased a bullhorn for the water test. We discussed possible items for the water test raffle. The
complete Dog Works set is on sale for $129.45 plus shipping. Sandra showed us her new water Equipment bag
at a cost of $42.00. It can be carried by its handles or used like a backpack. Sandra and Nancy will continue
working on ideas for raffle items and ticket prices. Sandra received the permit from Coronado, confirming we
have the site Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The insurance has been handled. We need to
arrange airline tickets for the judges.
We discussed the joint draft test with NCSC, scheduled for December 2001. We need co-chairs, one from each club.
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An Evening at the Beach (continued from page 4)
Continued on page 17
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Muki brought Sharon Gilbert, Applejack
accompanied Dori McLaurin, and Carbon
chaperoned the Andersons.
Historical Quotes About Newfs
About Boatswain, Lord Byron’s
Newfoundland, Sir Thomas Moore wrote:
....”Byron’s fondness for Dogs accompanied
him throughout his life. Of his favourite,
Boatswain, traits are told indicative not only
of intelligence, but of a generosity of spirit
which might well win for him the affections
of such a master as Lord Byron.
Scotia pleads, “I lugged this stuff; now may I go swim?”
D’ya suppose his pose shows Bo’s nose knows those?
Not only was the evening fun and relaxing,
but we also viewed the undersides of several
Navy planes up close as they came in for
landings directly over us. We had a great
time and can recommend the Coronado dog
beach to any Newf owner.
Mrs. Byron had a fox-terrier called Gilpin,
with whom her son’s dog, Boatswain, was
perpetually at war, taking every opportunity
of attacking and worrying him so violently,
that it was very much apprehended that
Boatswain would kill the little Gilpin. Mrs.
Bryon, therefore, sent off her terrier to a
tenant at Newstead. On the departure of Lord
Byron to Cambridge, his friend Boatswain,
with two other dogs, was entrusted to the
care of a servant till Lord Byron’s return.
One morning the servant was much alarmed
by the disappearance of Boatswain.
Throughout the whole of the day, he could
hear no tidings of the dog. At last, towards
evening, the stray Boatswain arrived. He was
accompanied by Gilpin, whom Boatswain
led immediately to the kitchen fire, licking
him and lavishing upon him every possible
demonstration of joy. The fact was,
Boatswain had been all the way to Newstead
to fetch Gilpin, and having now established
his former foe under the roof once more,
Boatswain agreed so perfectly well with him
ever after. Boatswain protected the small
dog against the insults of his master (a task
which the quarrelsomeness of the little terrier
rendered no sinsecure), and, if he but heard
Gilpin’s voice in distress, Boatswain would
fly instantly to his rescue.”
.....From Letters and Journals of Lord Byron,
with notices of his life, 1830.
A quote by Josh Billings: (19th century American satirical writer)
“Newfoundland dogs are good to save children
from drowning, but you must have a pond of
water handy and a child, or else there will be
no profit in boarding a Newfoundland.”
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
September 8 & 9, 2001 (Saturday & Sunday)
WATER TEST
Newfoundland Club of No. Calif.
Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
Judges: Martin Vroegryk and Deborah Rothwell
Test Chair: Lori Littleford 408/286-1855
Test Sec: Cherrie Brown 707/449-4927
November 11, 2001 (Sunday)
DRAFT TEST
Garin Park, Hayward, CA
Judges: Rick Humphreys & Summer Poris
Test Chair: John Pearson 209/836-2703
Test Sec:
Lori Littleford 408/286-1855
September 22, 2001 (Saturday)
WATER TEST PRACTICE & MEETINGS
Glorietta Bay, Coronado Island
Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
General Meeting at Noon
Bring a Picnic Lunch
November 11-12, 2001 (Saturday/Sunday)
DOG SHOWS
Del Sur/Cabrillo Kennel Clubs
Rancho Santa Fe Polo Grounds
All Breed/Obedience/Jr. Showmanship
Entries Close 10/24/01
September 23, 2001 (Sunday)
WATER TEST
Glorietta Bay, Coronado Island, 8:00 a.m.
Judges: Lanelle Warrick & Laura Gallagher
Co-Chairs: Sandra Younger 619/697-9337
Nancy Wolf
619/239-9653
Co-Secs: Denise Jones and Dori McLaurin
October 6, 2001 (Saturday)
TADPOLE TEST & BBQ DINNER
Newfoundland Club of So. Calif.
Lake Castaic, Castaic, CA
October 7, 2001 (Sunday)
WATER TEST
Castaic Lake, Castaic, CA
Judges: Lori Littleford & Kathy Mitchell
Test Chair: Shannon Garrow 909/985-1059
Test Sec: Heidi Forrest
562/424-7806
October 26, 2001 (Friday)
NCA REGIONAL SPECIALTY
Dixon May Fairgrounds, Dixon, CA
Sweepstakes Judges: Allen Ransome
& Randy Van Syoc
Breed Judge: Sheila Polk
Obedience Judge: Rosalie Alvarez
Co-Chairs: Pam Rubio
408/847-1641
Summer Poris 408/354-2202
October 27, 2001 (Saturday) (see page 8) NCSD HALLOWEEN DINNER
AND NEWF COSTUME CONTEST
Andiamos! Ristorante, Tierrasanta
Social Hour at 5 p.m.; Dinner at 6 pm.
RSVP to Nancy Wolf by 10/24/01619/239-9653; [email protected]
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December 1, 2001(Saturday)
ENCINITAS HOLIDAY PARADE
Details to follow
NewfWaves
ark, 1990
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iann Clar
Ken & D
The Youngers at home with
Epic, 1995
December 9, 2001 (Sunday)
NCSD & NCSC
JOINT DRAFT TEST
Mulvaney Park , CA
Judges: Martin Vroegryk & Pam Rubio
Details to follow
February 23, 2002 (Saturday)
NCA REGIONAL SPECIALTY SHOW
Hosted by Newfoundland Club of San Diego
In connection with Silver Bay Kennel Club Show
Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar, CA
Sweepstakes Judge: Doreen Beale
Breed Judge: Dorothy Welsh
February 24, 2002 (Sunday)
DOG SHOW
Hosted by Silver Bay Kennel Club
NCSD Supported Entry
Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar
Breed Judge: Dr. Peter Emily
March 2002 DRAFT TEST
Details to follow
March 17, 2002 (Sunday)
DRAFT TEST
Judges: Cherrie Brown & Joyce Echon-Butler
Test Chair: Linda Maggy 510/886-9385
Test Sec: Lori Littleford 408/286-1855
April 22–27, 2002 NCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY
The Clarion at Carlisle, Pennsylvania
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Sch
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Liesel in
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Denise Jones’ Ashley in Jamul, 1998
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Photo by Bianca Brown
Aspiring novelist Eric Wolf with Hudson, circa 1995
An excerpt from Spottesville
A novel in progress by Eric Wolf
It was about this time that Bubba
came into her life. Duwayne was staying
with a friend in Houston, while he hunted for
a job, and Trudy was getting ready to move
back to Dallas to stay with her mother. She
had already given notice to the landlord that
they were moving out at the end of the month.
(Duwayne had impulsively blown what was
left of the rent money.) Then one day, she
opened the door to go out, and there, sitting
on the stoop staring up at her was the biggest
dog she’d ever seen.
“Well, who are you?” she cooed.
The big dog responded with a friendly
wag and a gaping grin.
Trudy petted him, and he nudged
closer, nuzzling under her hand. “You’re sure
friendly,” she said, warming to his overtures.
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She felt for a collar, but there was none.
“You must belong to someone,” she fretted,
worriedly, finding dried blood scabs on his
neck.
The dog’s hair was matted, and his
eyes caked with matter, and Trudy went
back into the house for a wash rag to clean
him up. “Here, boy –” she called, inviting
him in. The dog came, but hesitantly, warily
– ducking his head at the doorway – scenting
cautiously before venturing inside.
Trudy lured him into the kitchen with
a bowl of water, which he lapped up eagerly,
leaving a puddle slopped on the floor. She
searched the refrigerator for something to
feed him, but there was only a package of
hot dogs and some leftover cereal from
breakfast. She cut open the package of hot
dogs and offered him one, which he snapped
from her fingers in a single flashing bite.
“Hey! Alligator jaws –” Trudy exclaimed, flinching. Gingerly, she fed him
another, which he swallowed up with the
same alacrity. Then she emptied the rest of
the package onto a plate on the floor. The
dog made quick work of it, licking the plate
clean. “Well that didn’t last long,” she said,
looking at the plate in amazement.
Later, she posted some signs around
the neighborhood: “FOUND BIG BLACK
SHAGEY DOG” (Trudy’s spelling was never
very good), and taped another to the entrance of the grocery store when she went
to buy him some dog food. She thought of
putting an ad in the newspaper. But then
she remembered the scabs around his neck,
and she began to worry that the dog might
have been mistreated and run away from his
owner, and without second thought, she ran
out and tore down all the signs she’d put up.
“Now, what should I call you?” she
mused, when she returned. Trudy had already decided to keep the big dog, even
though she hadn’t bothered to consult Duwayne about it. (The thought of having to
ask Duwayne made her frown.) The dog
tilted his head, listening inquisitively. “I
know –” she said, brightening. “Bubba’ – I’ll
call you ‘Bubba’! I knew a ‘Bubba’ once. He
was a big ol’ boy – like you.”
“WOOF!” the dog barked, as if to acknowledge his new name.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NewfWaves
Sponsored by Bob and Sandra Younger
in loving memory of Seaworthy’s Epic Tide, CD, WRD, DD
*
The map shows the water test site location at Glorietta Bay in
Coronado. Take Orange Avenue to the light at Avenida de las
Arenas (white arrow on map). Turn left and immediately turn
right on to Strand Way. The test site is at the far end of the bay.
On Sunday morning coffee and snacks will be available for $2,
and at noon lunch will be available for $7. Participants: Food is
included in your registrants’ fees. No charge to judges.
R.S.V.P: For a lunch reservation, please call Gina Anderson
(760) 942-0877 (leave message) or e-mail [email protected].
Please specify if you want a meatless sandwich. All lunches will
include a complimentary maka maka lei.
Dogs not participating in the test must be on leash and under
control at all times to prevent distraction of the active participants.
*
**
Avenida de las Arenas
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Editor’s Column
By Denise Jones
I hope you enjoy the Fall NewfWaves,
featuring Cover Newf, Bo, vacationing in
Tahoe. Thank you to the Churchills for
sharing their photos for this issue. Thank
you also to Karen Kosakowski for her
humorous story about courageous Delight,
and to Eric Wolf for sharing an excerpt from
his novel-in-progress, Spottesville.
Nancy Wolf, our new historian,
suggested the fabulous idea of a nostalgia
theme for the next several issues. We’ve
giving you a head start by including a few
photos from Nancy’s NCSD archives, starting
on page 13. We hope you will dig around and
share some of your old photos for the next few
issues – past NCSD events, Newfies who have
crossed the rainbow bridge, puppy pictures of
your current Newfs, old vacation shots, etc.
I attended a continuing education
seminar, Using Honorary Trusts to Care for
the Critters, sponsored by the Animal Law
Committee of the San Diego County Bar
Association. Attorney Michael J. Martindill
shared his knowledge and experience in
the area of estate planning for pets. Mr.
Martindill graciously prepared the article
included in this issue.
Additionally, since I am the new NCSD
secretary, I will be including the minutes
of the board and general meetings in
NewfWaves to keep you informed.
Hope to see everyone at the Water Test and
Halloween Doggie Dinner. We’ll have lots
of pictures for the November/December
NewfWaves from those events!
Finally, I continue to encourage and
appreciate any ideas and contributions you
can give us for future issues. The deadline
for submissions for the next issue is
October 15, 2001. Contact Larry Anderson
if you have technical questions about
photo formats such as scan resolution,
negatives, use of old prints, etc. Our contact
information (phone, e-mail) is on the back
page (p. 20).
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THE DOG SHOW CIRCUIT
NEWFOUNDLAND CLUB OF AMERICA DRAFT TESTS
NewfWaves
Ch. Seabrook’s Manifest Destiny (Doreen Beale/
Kathy Griffin) captured Best of Breed at the Kennel
Club of Beverly Hills Show on June 24 and the Long
Beach Kennel Club Show on July 1.
The Newfoundland Club of America Draft Tests are a series of exercises designed to develop and demonstrate the natural abilities
of purebred Newfoundland dogs. While working in a land-work capacity involving hauling, the dog and handler must demonstrate
teamwork skills. The Newfoundland has historically functioned as a draft dog in various capacities, and the performance of
these exercises is intended to demonstrate skills resulting both from natural ability and training that are applicable to realistic work
situations.
Bacchanal’s Sangiovese (Doreen Beale) walked away
with Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite Sex at the
Shoreline Dog Fanciers’ Association Show on June 30.
Dogs must be willing to work with their handlers and the exercises must be accomplished efficiently. The goal of each handler is
to maintain control while encouraging his or her dogs’ natural independence; together, they demonstrate teamwork. Since a dog
can perform draft work only in cooperation with a person, each handler must demonstrate an understanding of draft work with the
dog’s ability, training and equipment.
Bacchanal’s Valpolicella (Doreen Beale) enjoyed
Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite Sex at the Long
The Newfoundland Club of America Draft Test Regulations are a set of standards by which handlers and Newfoundlands are
judged at a Newfoundland Club of America-sponsored draft test. The Regulations are not a guide on how to train for draft work nor
a definition of draft work. SUMMARY OF DRAFT TEST INDIVIDUAL DIVISION EXERCISES*
Kilyka’s Becca by the Sea (Kathleen Mitchell & Betty
McDonnell) grabbed Winners Bitch and Best of Winners
at the Lompoc Valley Kennel Club Show on July 28.
CH Seabrook’s Juliette of Poohbear (Pam Morgan
& Joyce Rowland) took the biscuit with Best of Breed
and Group 2 at the Lompoc Valley Kennel Club Show
on July 27; Best of Opposite Sex at on July 28; and
Best of Breed/Group 2 at the Santa Barbara Kennel
Club Shows on July 29 and 30.
Bacchanal’s Chianti Classico (Doreen Beale)
dazzled us by taking Winners Bitch, Best of Winners,
and Best of Breed at the Mt. Palomar Kennel Club
on August 5. Wynship’s Top Gun (Joe & JoAnn
Wucherer) was awarded Best of Opposite Sex.
Congratulations to our Show Newfs! Dog Show results are obtained
from the Jack Bradshaw Dog Show Superintendent Web site at www.
jbradshaw.com.
Basic Control
The handler and dog are tested to verify the handler’s control over the dog off lead. Handlers are permitted to talk and to encourage
their dogs during the exercises. Basic Control takes place off lead. Three different exercises make up Basic Control: a heel pattern,
a recall and a group one-minute down.
Harnessing, Hitching & Equipment Check
A draft test demonstrates cooperation between the handler and dog. Since a handler’s draft work knowledge and abilities are
essential to draft work, the judges evaluate a handler’s knowledge and ability to select the correct equipment for the dog, site and
conditions and to use the equipment properly. It is critical that a handler understand the equipment that the dog uses, since the dog
has no recourse if the equipment is poor. The equipment includes the harness, draft apparatus and any traces or tack required.
Principal Parts of the Exercise: (1) Handler leaves the dog in the center of the test area in a stand, sit or down position (handler’s
choice) and instructs the dog to stay; (2) Handler gets harness from steward and returns to dog; (3) Dog cooperates with handler
for harnessing; (4) Dog stands, backs up at least four feet without substantially changing direction; the handler may reposition
by voice or hand commands and restart the back within 30 seconds from the start of exercise; (5) Dog cooperates for hitching;
(6) Judges inspect equipment, which must be in good working condition, safe and appropriate for the test site and for the dog
(7) Handler uses equipment correctly and appropriately during the remainder of the test; (8) Handler and hitched dog move into
position in center of test area and indicate readiness to proceed; (9) Handler demonstrates that the equipment performs safely and
efficiently when in motion and when braking.
Maneuvering Course & Basic Commands
The Draft Test Committee sets up and clearly marks a maneuvering course that includes as many natural features as possible. The
course must cover at least 150 yards and include the following: circular patterns, broad curves, 90-degree turns, at least one to the
left and one to the right; at least two narrow areas six or more feet long; preferably one low to the ground (e.g., logs) and one solid
narrow area a minimum of three feet high (e.g., stacked bales of hay); removable obstacle.
Principle Parts of the Exercise: (1) With the dog harnessed and hitched to the draft apparatus, the handler directs the dog to pull
through the maneuvering course; (2) The dog follows the handler’s instructions to turn, halt, slow and back as directed by the judges.
Three-Minute Out-of-Sight & Freight Load
The Three (3)-Minute Out-of-Sight will be tested as a group exercise. This exercise is divided into two parts: Part A – Three
Minute Out-of-Sight; Part B – Freight Load
Principal Parts of the Exercise: (1) The handlers leave their dogs, harnessed and hitched to an apparatus, and go out of sight for
three (3) minutes; (2) The handler selects a comfortable working load for the dog and apparatus; (3) The handler loads and secures
the weight in the apparatus; (4) Judges observe that the freight load is balanced and secured safely during movement.
Distance Freight Haul
The Distance Freight Haul is a group event. Each dog will haul a loaded apparatus on a course that is at least one mile in length.
The course may have natural obstacles (bends in the trail, trees, potholes, etc.) that are native to the test area.
Principle Parts of the Exercise: (1) Dog hauls a loaded draft apparatus a distance of at least one mile off lead with the handler; (2) Dog
must be under handler’s control and remain behind the lead stewards; (3) Dog cooperates with its handler for unhitching from the apparatus.
Photo from www.dogzonline.com/Bacchanal
Bacchanal’s Chianti Classico – Classy
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intriguing Distraction
During one of the moving exercises (Maneuvering & Basic Commands, Distance Freight Haul) a planned intriguing distraction occurs .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
NEW MEMBER PROFILES
By Esther Hofer
By Karen Kosakowski
Delight and Dream were staying with us
while their mom, Mary Killian, was in Nevada on family business. On the first day
of their stay, we heard a deep growl, followed by ferocious barking, coming from
the dining room. Knowing our Newfies are
great watchdogs, we immediately rushed
in to see what lurked behind the corner.
Thank God we did. The scruff of Delight’s
neck was standing on end. She was staring
up at the kitchen ceiling with the eyes of a
hawk, legs apart, ready to do battle with the
tall, dangerous intruder. As we neared the
kitchen door, she became more protective
in her stance and slowly backed into the
dining room. None of us, including Apollo
and Dream, could get around her to see the
size of this fire-breathing dragon.
Finally, after much growling and barking, to
which Apollo and Dream added their two
cents, we managed to peer into the kitchen.
There, suspended from the ceiling, was
the allmighty, ominous…KITCHEN WITCH,
swinging in the breeze from the open window. Oh, c’mon now, those kitchen witches
can be pretty scary when they’re swinging
around in the breeze.
After Gene and I picked ourselves up off the
floor from laughing and showed that we were
safe, I brought the kitchen witch down to assure Delight that it was actually very tame.
KIMIE LANDERS
Residence: San Diego
Occupation: U.S. Navy Hull Technician on the U.S.S. John C. Stennis
Dogs: Kimie and her husband, Ryan, own Storm, a black male Newf pup. Storm loves to chase balls, play tug-of-war,
and run through the sprinklers. Storm’s registered name is Will Work for Food; he is 10 months old, over 110 pounds
and still growing. He shares his home and yard with Lexis, a rescue pound dog, and Kuro (“black” in Japanese), a
border collie mix. All three dogs get along well together. Storm is the Landers’ second Newf.
Hobbies: Kimie enjoys water sports, including swimming, boating, windsurfing and kayaking.
Newf-related goals: Draft work and water rescue.
GERALD ROWDEN
Residence: Huntington Beach, CA
Photo by Karen Kosakowski
Delight confronts an alien monster in the kitchen.
Well, she wasn’t having any of that...no sir,
that thing was menacing, and she wasn’t
about to let us rain on her “glory parade.”
She was proud, she saved us all, and by
Jove, we weren’t going to make light of her
conquest.
Consequently, turkey necks were handed
out to brave and courageous Delight, the
captain of the guard, and to her reluctant
soldiers, Dream and Apollo. Gene and I sat
down and smiled at each other, comforted
in the fact we were safe from harm, at least
for the next few days.
NEWF BIRTHDAYS – SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2001
9-2-00
9-3-97
9-3-99
9-11-89
9-14-95
9-15-92
9-16-96
9-17-96
RILEY
COUSTEAU
ANNIE
GWIN
CIMI
CHARDONNAY
CATHERINE
TEDDI BEAR
9-25-97
APPLEJACK
10
(FULLER)
(GEURIN)
(HILL)
(WUCHERER)
(APFEL)
(BEALE)
(HILL)
(ALLICOTTI/
LOWE)
(McLAURIN/
WHITFIELD)
NewfWaves
10-1-97
10-6-00
10-9-97
10-10-94
10-15-94
10-15-94
10-19-95
10-19-96
DILLON
SUVI
CABOT
NIGEL
BIGGLES
KAILA
OWEN
TAYLOR
10-29-97
10-31-96
BECCA
BO
(LANGE)
(BARKAS)
(HILL)
(HAHN)
(AUSTIN)
(HAMILTON)
(LOGAN)
(MORGAN/
ROWLAND)
(MITCHELL)
(CHURCHILL)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Occupation: Gerald is an electrical engineer and works in
factory automation. He previously worked for a company
that designed and built special effects for movies and theme
parks. He was the lead electrical engineer for Treasure
Island, the hotel/casino in Las Vegas, and also worked on
the Jurassic Park ride at Universal Studios.
Dogs: Gerald has owned Penny, a black, 4-year-old female,
for about a year. Not only is Penny his first Newf, but
she is also his first dog ever! Gerald attributes acquiring
a Newf to his wife, Melissa. Melissa was interested in a
large breed and, after researching various breeds, chose
the Newfoundland. Penny and Gerald attended the NCSD
Draft Seminar in June and since then, Penny has been
enthusiastically pulling a wagon. Melissa and Gerald are
also the proud parents of Violet, their 7-month-old daughter.
Hobbies: Gerald is a member/magician of the Magic Castle,
an adult entertainment center in Hollywood devoted
to magic performances (close-up, parlor or full-stage
presentations). Card and sleight-of-hand tricks are his
specialty. Gerald has graciously offered passes to NCSD
members to see a show at the Magic Castle!
Newf-related goals: To earn Companion and Draft Dog
titles.
Former NCSD member, Ronald Morebello, informed us of his Newf Herbie’s
passing on June 4, 2001. Herbie would have been 12 years old in November.
Our heartfelt condolences, Ron. Ron has an “almost brand new” doggie gate for
a vehicle, adjustable to fit most stationwagons and SUVs. He would like to donate
the dog gate to any interested Newf owner. Please contact Ron at (619) 280-1489.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
NEW MEMBER PROFILES
By Esther Hofer
By Karen Kosakowski
Delight and Dream were staying with us
while their mom, Mary Killian, was in Nevada on family business. On the first day
of their stay, we heard a deep growl, followed by ferocious barking, coming from
the dining room. Knowing our Newfies are
great watchdogs, we immediately rushed
in to see what lurked behind the corner.
Thank God we did. The scruff of Delight’s
neck was standing on end. She was staring
up at the kitchen ceiling with the eyes of a
hawk, legs apart, ready to do battle with the
tall, dangerous intruder. As we neared the
kitchen door, she became more protective
in her stance and slowly backed into the
dining room. None of us, including Apollo
and Dream, could get around her to see the
size of this fire-breathing dragon.
Finally, after much growling and barking, to
which Apollo and Dream added their two
cents, we managed to peer into the kitchen.
There, suspended from the ceiling, was
the allmighty, ominous…KITCHEN WITCH,
swinging in the breeze from the open window. Oh, c’mon now, those kitchen witches
can be pretty scary when they’re swinging
around in the breeze.
After Gene and I picked ourselves up off the
floor from laughing and showed that we were
safe, I brought the kitchen witch down to assure Delight that it was actually very tame.
KIMIE LANDERS
Residence: San Diego
Occupation: U.S. Navy Hull Technician on the U.S.S. John C. Stennis
Dogs: Kimie and her husband, Ryan, own Storm, a black male Newf pup. Storm loves to chase balls, play tug-of-war,
and run through the sprinklers. Storm’s registered name is Will Work for Food; he is 10 months old, over 110 pounds
and still growing. He shares his home and yard with Lexis, a rescue pound dog, and Kuro (“black” in Japanese), a
border collie mix. All three dogs get along well together. Storm is the Landers’ second Newf.
Hobbies: Kimie enjoys water sports, including swimming, boating, windsurfing and kayaking.
Newf-related goals: Draft work and water rescue.
GERALD ROWDEN
Residence: Huntington Beach, CA
Photo by Karen Kosakowski
Delight confronts an alien monster in the kitchen.
Well, she wasn’t having any of that...no sir,
that thing was menacing, and she wasn’t
about to let us rain on her “glory parade.”
She was proud, she saved us all, and by
Jove, we weren’t going to make light of her
conquest.
Consequently, turkey necks were handed
out to brave and courageous Delight, the
captain of the guard, and to her reluctant
soldiers, Dream and Apollo. Gene and I sat
down and smiled at each other, comforted
in the fact we were safe from harm, at least
for the next few days.
NEWF BIRTHDAYS – SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2001
9-2-00
9-3-97
9-3-99
9-11-89
9-14-95
9-15-92
9-16-96
9-17-96
RILEY
COUSTEAU
ANNIE
GWIN
CIMI
CHARDONNAY
CATHERINE
TEDDI BEAR
9-25-97
APPLEJACK
10
(FULLER)
(GEURIN)
(HILL)
(WUCHERER)
(APFEL)
(BEALE)
(HILL)
(ALLICOTTI/
LOWE)
(McLAURIN/
WHITFIELD)
NewfWaves
10-1-97
10-6-00
10-9-97
10-10-94
10-15-94
10-15-94
10-19-95
10-19-96
DILLON
SUVI
CABOT
NIGEL
BIGGLES
KAILA
OWEN
TAYLOR
10-29-97
10-31-96
BECCA
BO
(LANGE)
(BARKAS)
(HILL)
(HAHN)
(AUSTIN)
(HAMILTON)
(LOGAN)
(MORGAN/
ROWLAND)
(MITCHELL)
(CHURCHILL)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Occupation: Gerald is an electrical engineer and works in
factory automation. He previously worked for a company
that designed and built special effects for movies and theme
parks. He was the lead electrical engineer for Treasure
Island, the hotel/casino in Las Vegas, and also worked on
the Jurassic Park ride at Universal Studios.
Dogs: Gerald has owned Penny, a black, 4-year-old female,
for about a year. Not only is Penny his first Newf, but
she is also his first dog ever! Gerald attributes acquiring
a Newf to his wife, Melissa. Melissa was interested in a
large breed and, after researching various breeds, chose
the Newfoundland. Penny and Gerald attended the NCSD
Draft Seminar in June and since then, Penny has been
enthusiastically pulling a wagon. Melissa and Gerald are
also the proud parents of Violet, their 7-month-old daughter.
Hobbies: Gerald is a member/magician of the Magic Castle,
an adult entertainment center in Hollywood devoted
to magic performances (close-up, parlor or full-stage
presentations). Card and sleight-of-hand tricks are his
specialty. Gerald has graciously offered passes to NCSD
members to see a show at the Magic Castle!
Newf-related goals: To earn Companion and Draft Dog
titles.
Former NCSD member, Ronald Morebello, informed us of his Newf Herbie’s
passing on June 4, 2001. Herbie would have been 12 years old in November.
Our heartfelt condolences, Ron. Ron has an “almost brand new” doggie gate for
a vehicle, adjustable to fit most stationwagons and SUVs. He would like to donate
the dog gate to any interested Newf owner. Please contact Ron at (619) 280-1489.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Editor’s Column
By Denise Jones
I hope you enjoy the Fall NewfWaves,
featuring Cover Newf, Bo, vacationing in
Tahoe. Thank you to the Churchills for
sharing their photos for this issue. Thank
you also to Karen Kosakowski for her
humorous story about courageous Delight,
and to Eric Wolf for sharing an excerpt from
his novel-in-progress, Spottesville.
Nancy Wolf, our new historian,
suggested the fabulous idea of a nostalgia
theme for the next several issues. We’ve
giving you a head start by including a few
photos from Nancy’s NCSD archives, starting
on page 13. We hope you will dig around and
share some of your old photos for the next few
issues – past NCSD events, Newfies who have
crossed the rainbow bridge, puppy pictures of
your current Newfs, old vacation shots, etc.
I attended a continuing education
seminar, Using Honorary Trusts to Care for
the Critters, sponsored by the Animal Law
Committee of the San Diego County Bar
Association. Attorney Michael J. Martindill
shared his knowledge and experience in
the area of estate planning for pets. Mr.
Martindill graciously prepared the article
included in this issue.
Additionally, since I am the new NCSD
secretary, I will be including the minutes
of the board and general meetings in
NewfWaves to keep you informed.
Hope to see everyone at the Water Test and
Halloween Doggie Dinner. We’ll have lots
of pictures for the November/December
NewfWaves from those events!
Finally, I continue to encourage and
appreciate any ideas and contributions you
can give us for future issues. The deadline
for submissions for the next issue is
October 15, 2001. Contact Larry Anderson
if you have technical questions about
photo formats such as scan resolution,
negatives, use of old prints, etc. Our contact
information (phone, e-mail) is on the back
page (p. 20).
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THE DOG SHOW CIRCUIT
NEWFOUNDLAND CLUB OF AMERICA DRAFT TESTS
NewfWaves
Ch. Seabrook’s Manifest Destiny (Doreen Beale/
Kathy Griffin) captured Best of Breed at the Kennel
Club of Beverly Hills Show on June 24 and the Long
The Newfoundland Club of America Draft Tests are a series of exercises designed to develop and demonstrate the natural abilities
of purebred Newfoundland dogs. While working in a land-work capacity involving hauling, the dog and handler must demonstrate
teamwork skills. The Newfoundland has historically functioned as a draft dog in various capacities, and the performance of
these exercises is intended to demonstrate skills resulting both from natural ability and training that are applicable to realistic work
situations.
Bacchanal’s Sangiovese (Doreen Beale) walked away
with Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite Sex at the
Shoreline Dog Fanciers’ Association Show on June 30.
Dogs must be willing to work with their handlers and the exercises must be accomplished efficiently. The goal of each handler is
to maintain control while encouraging his or her dogs’ natural independence; together, they demonstrate teamwork. Since a dog
can perform draft work only in cooperation with a person, each handler must demonstrate an understanding of draft work with the
dog’s ability, training and equipment.
Bacchanal’s Valpolicella (Doreen Beale) enjoyed
Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite Sex at the Long
The Newfoundland Club of America Draft Test Regulations are a set of standards by which handlers and Newfoundlands are
judged at a Newfoundland Club of America-sponsored draft test. The Regulations are not a guide on how to train for draft work nor
a definition of draft work. SUMMARY OF DRAFT TEST INDIVIDUAL DIVISION EXERCISES*
Kilyka’s Becca by the Sea (Kathleen Mitchell & Betty
McDonnell) grabbed Winners Bitch and Best of Winners
at the Lompoc Valley Kennel Club Show on July 28.
CH Seabrook’s Juliette of Poohbear (Pam Morgan
& Joyce Rowland) took the biscuit with Best of Breed
and Group 2 at the Lompoc Valley Kennel Club Show
on July 27; Best of Opposite Sex at on July 28; and
Best of Breed/Group 2 at the Santa Barbara Kennel
Club Shows on July 29 and 30.
Bacchanal’s Chianti Classico (Doreen Beale)
dazzled us by taking Winners Bitch, Best of Winners,
and Best of Breed at the Mt. Palomar Kennel Club
on August 5. Wynship’s Top Gun (Joe & JoAnn
Wucherer) was awarded Best of Opposite Sex.
Congratulations to our Show Newfs! Dog Show results are obtained
from the Jack Bradshaw Dog Show Superintendent Web site at www.
jbradshaw.com.
Basic Control
The handler and dog are tested to verify the handler’s control over the dog off lead. Handlers are permitted to talk and to encourage
their dogs during the exercises. Basic Control takes place off lead. Three different exercises make up Basic Control: a heel pattern,
a recall and a group one-minute down.
Harnessing, Hitching & Equipment Check
A draft test demonstrates cooperation between the handler and dog. Since a handler’s draft work knowledge and abilities are
essential to draft work, the judges evaluate a handler’s knowledge and ability to select the correct equipment for the dog, site and
conditions and to use the equipment properly. It is critical that a handler understand the equipment that the dog uses, since the dog
has no recourse if the equipment is poor. The equipment includes the harness, draft apparatus and any traces or tack required.
Principal Parts of the Exercise: (1) Handler leaves the dog in the center of the test area in a stand, sit or down position (handler’s
choice) and instructs the dog to stay; (2) Handler gets harness from steward and returns to dog; (3) Dog cooperates with handler
for harnessing; (4) Dog stands, backs up at least four feet without substantially changing direction; the handler may reposition
by voice or hand commands and restart the back within 30 seconds from the start of exercise; (5) Dog cooperates for hitching;
(6) Judges inspect equipment, which must be in good working condition, safe and appropriate for the test site and for the dog
(7) Handler uses equipment correctly and appropriately during the remainder of the test; (8) Handler and hitched dog move into
position in center of test area and indicate readiness to proceed; (9) Handler demonstrates that the equipment performs safely and
efficiently when in motion and when braking.
Maneuvering Course & Basic Commands
The Draft Test Committee sets up and clearly marks a maneuvering course that includes as many natural features as possible. The
course must cover at least 150 yards and include the following: circular patterns, broad curves, 90-degree turns, at least one to the
left and one to the right; at least two narrow areas six or more feet long; preferably one low to the ground (e.g., logs) and one solid
narrow area a minimum of three feet high (e.g., stacked bales of hay); removable obstacle.
Principle Parts of the Exercise: (1) With the dog harnessed and hitched to the draft apparatus, the handler directs the dog to pull
through the maneuvering course; (2) The dog follows the handler’s instructions to turn, halt, slow and back as directed by the judges.
Three-Minute Out-of-Sight & Freight Load
The Three (3)-Minute Out-of-Sight will be tested as a group exercise. This exercise is divided into two parts: Part A – Three
Minute Out-of-Sight; Part B – Freight Load
Principal Parts of the Exercise: (1) The handlers leave their dogs, harnessed and hitched to an apparatus, and go out of sight for
three (3) minutes; (2) The handler selects a comfortable working load for the dog and apparatus; (3) The handler loads and secures
the weight in the apparatus; (4) Judges observe that the freight load is balanced and secured safely during movement.
Distance Freight Haul
The Distance Freight Haul is a group event. Each dog will haul a loaded apparatus on a course that is at least one mile in length.
The course may have natural obstacles (bends in the trail, trees, potholes, etc.) that are native to the test area.
Principle Parts of the Exercise: (1) Dog hauls a loaded draft apparatus a distance of at least one mile off lead with the handler; (2) Dog
must be under handler’s control and remain behind the lead stewards; (3) Dog cooperates with its handler for unhitching from the apparatus.
Photo from www.dogzonline.com/Bacchanal
Bacchanal’s Chianti Classico – Classy
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Intriguing Distraction
During one of the moving exercises (Maneuvering & Basic Commands, Distance Freight Haul) a planned intriguing distraction occurs .
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An excerpt from Spottesville
A novel in progress by Eric Wolf
It was about this time that Bubba
came into her life. Duwayne was staying
with a friend in Houston, while he hunted for
a job, and Trudy was getting ready to move
back to Dallas to stay with her mother. She
had already given notice to the landlord that
they were moving out at the end of the month.
(Duwayne had impulsively blown what was
left of the rent money.) Then one day, she
opened the door to go out, and there, sitting
on the stoop staring up at her was the biggest
dog she’d ever seen.
“Well, who are you?” she cooed.
The big dog responded with a friendly
wag and a gaping grin.
Trudy petted him, and he nudged
closer, nuzzling under her hand. “You’re sure
friendly,” she said, warming to his overtures.
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She felt for a collar, but there was none.
“You must belong to someone,” she fretted,
worriedly, finding dried blood scabs on his
neck.
The dog’s hair was matted, and his
eyes caked with matter, and Trudy went
back into the house for a wash rag to clean
him up. “Here, boy –” she called, inviting
him in. The dog came, but hesitantly, warily
– ducking his head at the doorway – scenting
cautiously before venturing inside.
Trudy lured him into the kitchen with
a bowl of water, which he lapped up eagerly,
leaving a puddle slopped on the floor. She
searched the refrigerator for something to
feed him, but there was only a package of
hot dogs and some leftover cereal from
breakfast. She cut open the package of hot
dogs and offered him one, which he snapped
from her fingers in a single flashing bite.
“Hey! Alligator jaws –” Trudy exclaimed, flinching. Gingerly, she fed him
another, which he swallowed up with the
same alacrity. Then she emptied the rest of
the package onto a plate on the floor. The
dog made quick work of it, licking the plate
clean. “Well that didn’t last long,” she said,
looking at the plate in amazement.
Later, she posted some signs around
the neighborhood: “FOUND BIG BLACK
SHAGEY DOG” (Trudy’s spelling was never
very good), and taped another to the entrance of the grocery store when she went
to buy him some dog food. She thought of
putting an ad in the newspaper. But then
she remembered the scabs around his neck,
and she began to worry that the dog might
have been mistreated and run away from his
owner, and without second thought, she ran
out and tore down all the signs she’d put up.
“Now, what should I call you?” she
mused, when she returned. Trudy had already decided to keep the big dog, even
though she hadn’t bothered to consult Duwayne about it. (The thought of having to
ask Duwayne made her frown.) The dog
tilted his head, listening inquisitively. “I
know –” she said, brightening. “Bubba’ – I’ll
call you ‘Bubba’! I knew a ‘Bubba’ once. He
was a big ol’ boy – like you.”
“WOOF!” the dog barked, as if to acknowledge his new name.
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NewfWaves
Sponsored by Bob and Sandra Younger
in loving memory of Seaworthy’s Epic Tide, CD, WRD, DD
*
The map shows the water test site location at Glorietta Bay in
Coronado. Take Orange Avenue to the light at Avenida de las
Arenas (white arrow on map). Turn left and immediately turn
right on to Strand Way. The test site is at the far end of the bay.
On Sunday morning coffee and snacks will be available for $2,
and at noon lunch will be available for $7. Participants: Food is
included in your registrants’ fees. No charge to judges.
R.S.V.P: For a lunch reservation, please call Gina Anderson
(760) 942-0877 (leave message) or e-mail [email protected].
Please specify if you want a meatless sandwich. All lunches will
include a complimentary maka maka lei.
Dogs not participating in the test must be on leash and under
control at all times to prevent distraction of the active participants.
*
**
Avenida de las Arenas
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
September 8 & 9, 2001 (Saturday & Sunday)
WATER TEST
Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore, CA
Judges: Martin Vroegryk and Deborah Rothwell
Test Chair: Lori Littleford 408/286-1855
Test Sec: Cherrie Brown 707/449-4927
November 11, 2001 (Sunday)
DRAFT TEST
Judges: Rick Humphreys & Summer Poris
Test Chair: John Pearson 209/836-2703
Test Sec:
Lori Littleford 408/286-1855
September 22, 2001 (Saturday)
WATER TEST PRACTICE & MEETINGS
Glorietta Bay, Coronado Island
Board Meeting at 10:00 a.m.
General Meeting at Noon
Bring a Picnic Lunch
November 11-12, 2001 (Saturday/Sunday)
DOG SHOWS
Del Sur/Cabrillo Kennel Clubs
Rancho Santa Fe Polo Grounds
All Breed/Obedience/Jr. Showmanship
September 23, 2001 (Sunday)
WATER TEST
Glorietta Bay, Coronado Island, 8:00 a.m.
Judges: Lanelle Warrick & Laura Gallagher
Co-Chairs: Sandra Younger 619/697-9337
Nancy Wolf
619/239-9653
Co-Secs: Denise Jones and Dori McLaurin
October 6, 2001 (Saturday)
TADPOLE TEST & BBQ DINNER
Lake Castaic, Castaic, CA
October 7, 2001 (Sunday)
WATER TEST
Castaic Lake, Castaic, CA
Judges: Lori Littleford & Kathy Mitchell
Test Chair: Shannon Garrow 909/985-1059
Test Sec: Heidi Forrest
562/424-7806
October 26, 2001 (Friday)
NCA REGIONAL SPECIALTY
Dixon May Fairgrounds, Dixon, CA
Sweepstakes Judges: Allen Ransome
& Randy Van Syoc
Breed Judge: Sheila Polk
Obedience Judge: Rosalie Alvarez
Co-Chairs: Pam Rubio
408/847-1641
Summer Poris 408/354-2202
October 27, 2001 (Saturday) (see page 8) NCSD HALLOWEEN DINNER
AND NEWF COSTUME CONTEST
Andiamos! Ristorante, Tierrasanta
Social Hour at 5 p.m.; Dinner at 6 pm.
RSVP to Nancy Wolf by 10/24/01619/239-9653; [email protected]
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December 1, 2001(Saturday)
ENCINITAS HOLIDAY PARADE
Details to follow
NewfWaves
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The Youngers at home with
Epic, 1995
December 9, 2001 (Sunday)
NCSD & NCSC
JOINT DRAFT TEST
Mulvaney Park , CA
Judges: Martin Vroegryk & Pam Rubio
Details to follow
February 23, 2002 (Saturday)
NCA REGIONAL SPECIALTY SHOW
Hosted by Newfoundland Club of San Diego
In connection with Silver Bay Kennel Club Show
Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar, CA
Sweepstakes Judge: Doreen Beale
Breed Judge: Dorothy Welsh
February 24, 2002 (Sunday)
DOG SHOW
Hosted by Silver Bay Kennel Club
NCSD Supported Entry
Del Mar Fairgrounds, Del Mar
Breed Judge: Dr. Peter Emily
March 2002 DRAFT TEST
Details to follow
March 17, 2002 (Sunday)
DRAFT TEST
Judges: Cherrie Brown & Joyce Echon-Butler
Test Chair: Linda Maggy 510/886-9385
Test Sec: Lori Littleford 408/286-1855
April 22–27, 2002 NCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY
The Clarion at Carlisle, Pennsylvania
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I.
Younger Residence, July 7, 2001
Minutes
Call to order
President Sandra Younger called the meeting to order at approximately 10:22 a.m. The board members in
attendance were Sandra Younger, Dori McLaurin, Joe Wucherer, Sharon Gilbert, Nancy Wolf and Larry Anderson.
Also present were committee chairs, Esther Hofer and Gina Anderson, and NewfWaves editor, Denise Jones.
II.
Minutes
The minutes of the June 9, 2001 meeting were read and approved.
III.
Secretary’s Report
There was no secretary’s report.
IV.
Treasurer’s Report
Joe Wucherer reported a balance of $3,255.41 for the year ending June 30, 2001. The balance for the year
ending June 30, 2000 was $2,897.00.
V.
Committee Reports:
Conformation Report: Joe Wucherer talked about the February 2002 Specialty, which will be held in
conjunction with the Silver Bay Kennel Club shows. Silver Bay KC chooses the judge, but Joe submitted a list
of NCA-approved judges. Dr. Peter Emily was chosen as the judge for Sunday’s supported entry. We thanked
Joe for his dedication and work in handling the arrangements for our specialties.
Ways & Means Report: Nancy Wolf discussed the beach bonfire at Coronado Dog Beach, scheduled July 14,
2001, and our water test, scheduled September 23, 2001.
NewfWaves Report: Denise Jones and Larry Anderson are taking a break before starting on the September/
October issue. Everyone applauded the quality of our newsletter. We encouraged more contributions from
other members! Joe confirmed the club’s expenses for NewfWaves. The May/June issue was $75.00 and the
July/August issue was $120.00. We discussed the NewfWaves budget and postage expenses. Eric and Nancy
Wolf have graciously donated the postage. Also, we will announce a NewfWaves web address for interested
people to download the color PDF file.
Rescue Report: Sharon Gilbert discussed her time commitment to rescue and the need for some assistance.
We have always worked closely with the Newfoundland Club of Southern California, and they have provided
most of the financial resources. We need people to provide foster homes/care for rescues. Sharon also
discussed the hours of phone time with people interested in a rescue Newf and the related phone charges. We
talked about drafting a rescue questionnaire to mail or e-mail interested parties, rather than spending so much
time on the phone. Summer Poris, NCNC, is sending us a copy of a pamphlet she is putting together so we can
prepare one of our own. After we receive completed questionnaires, we can then follow up on the telephone.
We discussed the fact that rescue should be a priority in protecting the Newfoundland breed. We discussed
our rescue budget and reimbursing Sharon for her out-of-pocket and phone expenses. Sharon needs another
member to help conduct phone interviews. We talked about who might be interested in helping. A motion
was made to increase the rescue budget from $50.00 to $100.00, and the motion carried unanimously, with the
understanding that Sharon is the designated rescue officer and the budget increase will be used to reimburse
her expenses, i.e., questionnaires, postage, phone card, etc. Our club cannot afford expenses for spay/neuter,
grooming, veterinarian, shelter retrieval charges or temperament testing.
Water Test: Nancy Wolf advised that our water test judges will receive a Solo Sport water bottle/belt as our
gift. She also purchased a bullhorn for the water test. We discussed possible items for the water test raffle. The
complete Dog Works set is on sale for $129.45 plus shipping. Sandra showed us her new water Equipment bag
at a cost of $42.00. It can be carried by its handles or used like a backpack. Sandra and Nancy will continue
working on ideas for raffle items and ticket prices. Sandra received the permit from Coronado, confirming we
have the site Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The insurance has been handled. We need to
arrange airline tickets for the judges.
We discussed the joint draft test with NCSC, scheduled for December 2001. We need co-chairs, one from each club.
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NewfWaves
An Evening at the Beach (continued from page 4)
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Muki brought Sharon Gilbert, Applejack
accompanied Dori McLaurin, and Carbon
chaperoned the Andersons.
Historical Quotes About Newfs
About Boatswain, Lord Byron’s
Newfoundland, Sir Thomas Moore wrote:
....”Byron’s fondness for Dogs accompanied
him throughout his life. Of his favourite,
Boatswain, traits are told indicative not only
of intelligence, but of a generosity of spirit
which might well win for him the affections
of such a master as Lord Byron.
Scotia pleads, “I lugged this stuff; now may I go swim?”
D’ya suppose his pose shows Bo’s nose knows those?
Not only was the evening fun and relaxing,
but we also viewed the undersides of several
Navy planes up close as they came in for
landings directly over us. We had a great
time and can recommend the Coronado dog
beach to any Newf owner.
Mrs. Byron had a fox-terrier called Gilpin,
with whom her son’s dog, Boatswain, was
perpetually at war, taking every opportunity
of attacking and worrying him so violently,
that it was very much apprehended that
Boatswain would kill the little Gilpin. Mrs.
Bryon, therefore, sent off her terrier to a
tenant at Newstead. On the departure of Lord
Byron to Cambridge, his friend Boatswain,
with two other dogs, was entrusted to the
care of a servant till Lord Byron’s return.
One morning the servant was much alarmed
by the disappearance of Boatswain.
Throughout the whole of the day, he could
hear no tidings of the dog. At last, towards
evening, the stray Boatswain arrived. He was
accompanied by Gilpin, whom Boatswain
led immediately to the kitchen fire, licking
him and lavishing upon him every possible
demonstration of joy. The fact was,
Boatswain had been all the way to Newstead
to fetch Gilpin, and having now established
his former foe under the roof once more,
Boatswain agreed so perfectly well with him
ever after. Boatswain protected the small
dog against the insults of his master (a task
which the quarrelsomeness of the little terrier
rendered no sinsecure), and, if he but heard
Gilpin’s voice in distress, Boatswain would
fly instantly to his rescue.”
.....From Letters and Journals of Lord Byron,
with notices of his life, 1830.
A quote by Josh Billings: (19th century American satirical writer)
“Newfoundland dogs are good to save children
from drowning, but you must have a pond of
water handy and a child, or else there will be
no profit in boarding a Newfoundland.”
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NCSD July Board Minutes (continued from page16)
We are also planning a Spring Draft Test in March 2002.
Joan and Lois are leading this effort. We needed to appoint
a third committee member, and Sandra volunteered.
We need a new Membership Roster. It should identify
NCA members also. Esther will compile with the
renewals and we will send out with the next NewfWaves.
The board discussed Mary Killian’s proposal to make a
donation to the Escondido Humane Society. Again, we
feel Newfoundland rescue should be our club’s priority,
in line with our mission statement, but we encourage
individual donations for those wishing to help rebuild
from the fire.
We will plan for an October Halloween party at
Andiamos!, a Sunday afternoon November social at
Pam and Joyce’s, and the December Holiday Parade in
Encinitas.
At the August meeting, we will discuss updating our
constitution, goals for the coming year, planning a major
fundraising event, and a club Web site. Sandra said she
has committed to serving as President for this next term,
but we need to start thinking about her successor.
A motion was made to purchase an Easy Up tent, with
a $350.00 budget. The motion was carried, and Joe will
research and purchase. We also need to prepare a club
inventory.
Our next Board meeting will be August 8, 2001 from
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Nancy’s pool area. We will plan
for an October Halloween party at Andiamo!, a Sunday
afternoon social at Pam and Joyce’s in November, and
the Encinitas Holiday Parade in December.
A warm evening, white sand, ocean surf, a crackling fire and Newfs on the loose! Heaven.
By Gina Anderson
What’s more fun than a warm fire, a picnic
supper and a wide sandy beach on a lovely
San Diego evening? Why, it’s enjoying all
that accompanied by your favorite Newfy!
On Saturday, July 14, about 20 club members
and friends with some 10 Newfs spent the
evening at the beach area located at the
north end of Central Beach in Coronado.
This off-leash dog beach is north of the Hotel
Del, next to the Naval Air Station.
After meeting the challenge of finding
parking, we dragged chairs, blankets,
barbecue, wood, food and sodas out to the
shore. Since this beach is a designated dog
beach, the dogs could run free, and several
people and most Newfs took advantage of
the surf. There were lots of other breeds
for our Newfs to sniff and play with. And, of
course, there was the traditional ball chasing
and, in some cases, retrieving.
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After eating picnic suppers, we roasted
some marshmallows over the fire and made
s’mores. Bo is investigating a toasty one in
the picture on page 5.
Since this was also Bastille Day –
when the French celebrate their fight for
independence – we had a relay race “à la
français.” Two owners and dogs had to run
around distant beach chairs. Each owner
had to carry a baguette (long loaf) of French
bread and a wine glass full of grape juice
in the same hand as the dog leash. Those
teams returning with the most “wine” won
their heat. Winners included Denise Jones
and Dooley, Bob Younger and Terra, Esther
Hofer and Molly, Bill Retin and Scotia, and
Tom Jeffrey with Darwin. All four-legged
competitors got dog biscuits for their prize.
Bo brought not just Judy and Gordon
Churchill, but also their daughter Emily and
her fiancé, Matthew. Molly invited Esther
Hofer’s two friends Iris and Margo, who
were visiting San Diego from Switzerland.
Continued on page 5
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NCA Draft Tests (continued from page 9)
VII.
Adjournment
Sandra adjourned the meeting.
D. Jones for Doreen Beale
NewfWaves
Principal Parts of the Exercise: (1) An intriguing distraction
occurs near the working dog during a moving exercise; (2)
The dog may stop and notice the distraction, but may not
pursue the distraction; (3) The handler redirects the dog, and
the dog continues with the exercise.
*For complete Draft Test Regulations, see the NCA website.
Excerpt from Spottesville (continued from page 14)
After that day, Bubba became Trudy’s
best friend and constant companion. He
shadowed her everywhere, and stoically
endured her scolding for being always
under-foot. He was the first to warn if a
salesman came to the door, or when the
mailman made his delivery, and he always
interposed himself between her and a
stranger. And at night, he would creep up
on the bed and lie down next to her until
she fell asleep; and later, he would check
on her in the wee hours, sometimes licking
her cheek as she slept. If there ever was
true love in this world, Bubba loved Trudy.
He worshiped and adored her. And while
Trudy thought she had only taken in a stray
dog, in truth, it was he who had adopted
her, as surely as he had found the sole
purpose for his existence – which was to
be with her every moment of every hour of
every day. And if she ever left him – if only
for a while – his great heart sank, and his
head hung low as though his life were at an
end, and it was only when she returned that
he sprang to life again.
Financial breakdown: Treasurer’s Projected 2001-02 Income and Expenses , each estimated at $7,785:
Income:
Expenses:
Membership Dues 22 %
Fund-raising Events 18 %
Water Test
Draft Test
Remaining Misc.
10 %
8%
13 %
NewfWaves
14 %
Water Test
14 %
Draft Test
Remaining Misc.
11 %
34 %
NEWFWAVES IN COLOR
The color version of NewfWaves is available in electronic format as a portable document
file (pdf). You may download it from the Web (it is no longer sent by e-mail, as the file
is usually several megabytes and exceeds size limits for some e-mail servers). The
web address is: http://www.adogpark.com/newfy/ . Download the file Sept01NW.exe for the
current (Sept) issue. Then double-click this *.exe file, and it will self-extract into the *.pdf
file which you can then double-click to view NewfWaves with Adobe Acrobat Reader.
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I.
Wolf Residence, August 8, 2001
Minutes
PRESIDENT’S COLUMN
By Sandra Younger
Call to order
Sandra Younger, president, called the meeting to order at approximately 7:08 p.m. Board members in
attendance were Sandra Younger, Dori McLaurin, Joe Wucherer, Nancy Wolf, Larry Anderson and Denise
Jones. Committee chairs Esther Hofer and Gina Anderson were also present.
II.
Minutes
Minutes of the July 7, 2001 meeting will be read and approved at the meeting on September 22, 2001.
III.
Secretary’s Report: There was no secretary’s report.
IV.
Treasurer’s Report:
Joe Wucherer, treasurer, reported a balance of $3,552.43. He has a few hundred in deposits to make. Joe
reviewed the proposed budget. We usually project too high, but it’s safer to keep it that way. We usually
spend about $6,000.00 when we have $7,700.00 budgeted. Dori’s motion to accept the proposed budget
was seconded by Nancy, passed with none opposed. Thanks to Joe for his hard work. Joe also reported he
purchased the club’s event tent at Sam’s Club for $215.00.
V.
Committee Reports:
Conformation: Joe confirmed our Specialty in conjunction with the Silver Bay KC shows the last week in
February 2002. The breed judges will be Dorothy Welsh on Saturday and Dr. Peter Emily on Sunday. We
still need a sweepstakes judge.
Membership: Esther reported 101 adult and 13 junior members; 11 have not renewed; she sent out reminders.
New members: Gerald Rowden and Kimie Landers. Former member Ron Morebello lost Herbie in June and
wants to donate a car gate to a member. We will put a notice in the next NewfWaves.
Ways and means: Nancy received information on the snake clinic. Spring is the best time, but it’s hard to
schedule with the instructor. What is the effectiveness of this training? There are no guarantees; we need
to review some of the literature. The instructor trains horses for the same thing and has been training for 25
years. We would like to establish an annual fundraiser.
Water Test-Kahuna Classic Theme. Gina found Newf soaps for the exhibitors and notecards/rubber stamps
for qualifiers. Waterworks kit for raffle is 10% off. Need to purchase tickets for the judges, set up the kayak,
publish the catalog a few weeks before test. Esther will pick up the judges at the airport and be in charge of
a drink/snack cooler at the site for the judges. Sandra will return the judges to the airport. Need lodging for
Lanelle. Mary Killian-land safety; Larry and Bob-photography; Barb Thompson-raffle; Steve-equipment
mentor; Gina-sandwiches; Joe has the tent. We need to organize head stewards. Denise will bring roll of
raffle tickets.
Joint Draft Test with NCSC on December 9, 2001 at Mulvaney Park. Pam Rubio and Martin Vroegryk will be
our judges.
Constitution: We will calendar a Sunday to work on revision. Web site: Sharon and Nancy are still
researching. Committee heads have served for a year; need to reevaluate if the current heads continue with
current positions. Halloween Dinner on October 27, 2001; need to confirm with Javier at Andiamo’s. Encinitas
Holiday Parade? Draft Test in March 2002; Sandra is third member of board. Botique Page in NewfWaves.
Initiate nostalgia theme/feature for NewfWaves.
Next meeting Sept 22 at water test practice. Board meeting at 10:00 a.m.; general meeting at noon. Come
with ideas for programs, fund raising, calendar.
VII.
Adjournment
Sandra adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:30 p.m.
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NewfWaves
Denise E. Jones, Secretary
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Fellow Newf lovers,
Where did the summer go? I hope it brought
you lots of occasions to enjoy life with your
Newfs. It was certainly a great evening of
fun July 14th at Coronado’s Dog Beach. The
dogs played tag, while the humans visited
around a fire and munched on s’mores.
Shades of summer camp!
In honor of Bastille Day, Gina Anderson
cajoled us into a French relay. Carry a
three-foot loaf of bread in one hand, a full
goblet and your Newf’s leash in the other,
with Newf attached, of course. See who can
make it down to the turn-around point and
back the fastest, without spilling! Thanks
to Gina and Larry for making our sunset
bonfire an evening to remember!
As we look toward the fall, please plan to
join us Saturday, Sept. 22 for a picnic meeting
at Glorietta Bay on Coronado. Then come back
the next day, Sunday, Sept. 23 for the Kahuna
Classic, our 2001 Water Test. Water test day
is always one of my favorite days on the
Newfy calendar. There’s nothing better than
seeing our Newfs in the water, displaying
their natural rescue abilities and training
with their human partners. Don’t miss it!
With plans in full swing for the water test,
your NCSD board members have also been
busy planning a full calendar of events and
setting goals for the coming year. We intend
to accomplish these three objectives: 1) revise
our constitution and by-laws to better reflect
our current needs as a club, 2) establish an
annual fund-raising event to meet the club’s
financial needs, and 3) create an official
NCSD Web site to provide information to
members and inquirers.
All of these efforts support our overall
mission of celebrating and protecting
the Newfoundland breed through fun,
fellowship, activities and education. I look
forward to working with all of you toward
this purpose. Thanks for all you do already
on behalf of our terrific Newfs.
It’s about the dogs,
Photo by Elizabeth Orlasky
Maggie: “Don’t even think about vacation without ME!”
We fell in love with this photo
of Jalynn’s Maggie Mae (CGC)
shown above. Maggie is co-owned
by Elizabeth Orlasky and Lynda
McFadden who live in Jackson, New
Jersey. Maggie is only 6 months
old here. She goes everywhere
with Elizabeth. For great shots of
Newfies, visit the website www.
ilovenewfies.com and select the
photo gallery. We feel sure you’ll
be quite pleased with many of the
fine images you’ll see there!
Sandra
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ESTATE PLANNING TO CARE FOR THE CRITTERS
Newfs on Vacation (continued from page 1)
NewfWaves
©Michael J. Martindill, Esq.
Certified Specialist - Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law
State Bar of California
Board of Legal Specialization
Judy reports: “Bo has been flying since we
picked him up in the airplane in Klamath
Falls, Oregon when he was three months old.
His first reaction when we hit a rough spot
was to jump in his new mommy’s lap. He’s
been a relaxed flyer ever since. He sleeps
most of the way. He does sit up during
landings to be sure we do it right. He’s
somewhat of a legend at the Minden, Nevada
airport. All personnel know him and love
him up on arrival.
Introduction
Baby boomers and blended families are increasingly concerned about who takes care of the critters
after the owner dies. Traditionally, the children, neighbors or country-cousins would not hesitate to
take Fluffy, Fido or Flicka. After all, what’s a few more animals when you already have a herd?
With families so geographically spread and so mobile, with the longevity of people and pets, and with
the crowded urban living, there is often no one or no place for the animals. Some owners’ problems
are compounded by the size of the animal, by limited availability of people with the skills required, by
zoning and C.C.&R’s limitations and, finally, by the high costs of care.
“Bo had the best hike yesterday — along
a stream where he was in and out of the
water the entire way. He was so tired last
night that he wasn’t able to offer resistance
when I combed out the tangles. He would
love to stay up here — too many leashes in
San Diego. ‘Up here on dis mountain, we
don’t need no stinkin’ leashes!’
Historical Setting
Thomas Jefferson believed that wealth should be controlled by the living, not the dead. He was not
in favor of tying up assets for the care of people nor animals. The next generations should make
their own decisions, free of restrictions imposed by the ancestors.
We have had a long-standing legal perspective that a direct gift to an animal is absolutely void. No
beneficiary had legal standing (four legs alone are not enough) to enforce the use of the gift. Thus,
there was no gift to the animal. Courts have often been called upon to enforce those legal policies
even when it was obvious the owner wanted someone to care for the pets after the owner’s death.
Academic and Charitable Alternatives
Photo by Judy Churchill
Gordon attempts to have Bo retrieve the official bumper.
Purdue University Veterinary School [(800) 830-0104]; in West Lafayette, Indiana (and other
veterinary schools and humane societies around the country) has taken an interesting approach to
caring for pets after the death of the owner by creating the “Peace of Mind Program.” This program
guarantees medical care and placement in good homes for the rest of the pet’s life in exchange for a
suggested minimum bequest to the University of $25,000.00.
Owners can also make outright gifts of the animals and money to existing charitable entities,
zoological societies for instance, with conditions that the money be used for care for their animals as
well as the general purposes of the organization. From a practical standpoint, however, if the gift to
the charity is not large enough to be worth the care effort, the charitable organization will decline the
gift altogether. One man with $20 million dollars (the good news!) and 300 dogs, and more coming
all the time (the bad news), was just too much even for the vet school to take on.
Honorary Trusts for Pets
Case law was slowly moving to the concept of allowing Living Trusts to be used for care of animals
too. More recently and more pointedly, state legislatures have begun adopting laws covering trusts
for pets. Generally speaking, these laws allow trusts (called “Honorary Trusts”) to be created for the
benefit of designated domesticated or pet animals alive at the creation of the trust for their remaining
lifetimes. “Honorary Trusts” laws have been passed in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado,
Michigan, Montana, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, and Utah.
Recently, even the federal government is looking at new tax laws that will allow for the care of our
pets and provide a tax deduction, too!
Bo loves hikes and carries his water and necessities.
“His favorite activity, however, is swimming
in Lake Tahoe — year-round. The water is
always chilly. He must be a Newfoundland,
because he really enjoys the cold; it doesn’t
ever seem to bother him.”
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Effective options to care for the critters after our deaths are now available for our use. Consult with a
knowledgeable estate-planning attorney and adopt a plan that fits you and your companions.
Bo prefers a big stick. A wet Newfy is a happy Newfy!
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Editor’s Note: Attorney Michael Martindill’s practice is located in La Mesa, California. He mey be contacted
at (619) 589-1112.
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NCSD Board Members
Sandra Younger – President
Dori McLaurin – Vice President
Joe Wucherer – Treasurer
Denise Jones – Secretary
Nancy Wolf – Historian
Larry Anderson – Member-at-large
John Gerard – Member-at-large
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celebrate the Newfoundland dog as a companion and working partner
through fun, fellowship, activities and education.
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Newfs on Vacation
President’s Column
By Sandra Younger
Maggie
By Gina Anderson
Historical Newf Quotes
NEWFS ARE BIG ON SUMMER VACATIONS
Calendar of Events
The Kahuna Classic
Halloween Doggie Dinner
NCA Draft Test Exercises
By Karen Kosakowski
NCSD Newf Birthdays
New Member Profiles
By Esther Hofer
Editor’s Column
By Denise Jones
The Dog Show Circuit
Historian’s Column
By Nancy Wolf
Excerpt from Spottesville
By Eric Wolf
July 7 NCSD Board
Meeting Minutes
Bo wants to know why pilot Judy Churchill is delaying their flight to Tahoe!
NCSD Budget Forecast
NewfWaves in Color
to go on vacation to new places far from home. The Churchills’
Bo is particularly fortunate in this regard, because both Gordon
and Judy are experienced pilots. They own a six-seat Cessna
Pressurized 210 and can take off for exotic destinations with
Bo whenever schedules and weather permit. With the middle
Photo by Matt Oldham
seats removed, there is plenty of room for Bo and his cat,
Lucy, who usually accompanies him on the flights. He calms
her by resting his Newfy head next to her carrier. His favorite
vacation area is the Churchills’ second home at Lake Tahoe.
August 8 NCSD Board
Meeting Minutes
Estate Planning for Critters
By M. J. Martindill, Esq.
Probably as much as their human companions, Newfies love
Continued on page 2
The material contained herein is educational, informative and entertaining in nature. It is not intended to replace competent
veterinary care, nor does it necessarily reflect the opinions of the members or boards of the NCA or the NCSD.

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