September 2015 - Ventura County Dog Fancier`s Association

VCDFA Newsletter
September 2015
Ventura County
Dog Fanciers
Association
August Member’s
Meeting Minutes
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September’s Program
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Member’s Pages
5
August Board Minutes
5-6
VCDFA Board of
Directors Nominees
7-10
AKC Rules/Regulations
11
Organized Mentoring
12
Winners Circle
13-17
RDOD
18
VCAS Film Gala
19
Back To School!
TEDDY PROVES THAT YOU
ARE NEVER TOO OLD TO LEARN
At 8 1/2 years, “Flying Teddy”
got his first legs toward his
Rally Excellent & Novice Obedience
titles at the Reno shows!
NEXT MEETING:
Wednesday, Sept. 9th
7:30 PM
Ventura Co. Animal
Shelter, Camarillo CA
Owner handler ~Tommy Dickey
Club Members will VOTE for: PROGRAM:
• VCDF Board of Directors Those Fabulous
•AKC Sportsmanship Award French Bulldogs
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VCDFA Board of Directors — contact email
President James Scott
Vice President Linda Whisenhunt
Treasurer Shirley Welch
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Recording Secretary Donna Hollingsworth [email protected]
Corresponding Secretary Mary Ann Welch
Past President Lorraine Ebdon
[email protected]
[email protected]
Director Maria Bokron-Nowlin [email protected]
Director Rhonda Todd
[email protected]
Director Beverly Halpin
[email protected]
Director Susan McCoy
[email protected]
Director Tommy Dickey
[email protected]
Director Peri Norman
[email protected]
AKC Representative Bill Dumas
VCAS Director/ Supervisor Tara Diller
[email protected]
[email protected]
Last Month’s Program
Cindy and Barry Brivik
and their dog “Bella”
Demonstrated their
obedience techniques.
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Program for September 9th Meeting
Mike & Kathy Leudenmuller will talk about the Fabulous French Bulldog
The French Bulldog is a companion dog. The breed is small and muscular with heavy bone
structure, a smooth coat, a short face and trademark “bat” ears. Prized for its affectionate
nature and balanced disposition, they are generally active and alert, but not unduly
boisterous. Frenchies can be
brindle, fawn, white, and brindle
and white.
In discussing the history of the
French Bulldog, it should be
noted the importance of three
countries: England, France and
America. England provided the
foundation for our modern
Frenchie: the old bulldog. Breeders in France developed the smaller bulldogs into a
distinctly “French” type and American breeders set the standard that prescribed the allimportant “bat ears.” The origin of the French Bulldog begins with the bulldog in England,
where so many of our AKC breeds originated. The ancestral type was not our modern
bulldog but the bulldog of 150-200 years ago: a strong, athletic dog, high on leg, and
capable of being used in that barbarous activity called “bull-baiting.”
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GCH Euzkalzale Mont Valier CGC
“Valor” got his
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
Title AND also earned his
Canine Health Information
Center (CHIC) number!!
We will be having CGC testing at our
Responsible Dog Ownership Day
on September 19th
For details see
Upcoming Events, page 17
Come One, Come All!!
VCDF Vice President Linda Whisenhunt
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Loranne Ebdon has a club jacket, men's size 42. If interested please contact her at
[email protected] — she will bring it to the September meeting.
A Fun Day from the past~ Don’t miss out this year!
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Nominees — VCDFA Board of Directors 2015/2016
NOMINEE FOR PRESIDENT — Linda Whisenhunt
My name is Linda Whisenhunt and I would like to be your new VCDFA President. I
started showing and breeding Great Pyrenees Dogs approximately 30 years ago when
I was young, single and did not have children yet. I had ample time and energy to
dedicate to doing my part to improve the breed. At that time I was a member of the
Great Pyrenees Club of America and the Great Pyrenees Association of Southern
California. I spent a considerable amount of my time working with the GPASC Recue
by finding forever homes and being a Foster home for the rescued Great Pyrenees. In
my mid 30’s, I met my husband, got married and had 2 children Having been out of the
dog show world for approximately 10 years, I was now ready to become involved
again! I have also been handling many additional breeds, as well as Great Pyrenees and working with Carlos Carrizo and other handlers! I am a member of the Great Pyrenees Alliance of the West as well as the
Great Pyrenees Club of America and, for the last year, have served as the VCDFA Vice President. I look
forward to continue working with the VCDFA in promoting canine activities as well as public education
Thank you for considering me for the VCDFA position of President.
NOMINEE FOR VICE PRESIDENT — Joe Majzel
I joined VCDFA in 1982 and immediately started ring stewarding and eventually became
chief Conformation Ring steward for many of the shows. Bobbie Diehl and I taught
many ring stewarding classes over the years. I served as VCDFA chairperson of the hotel
-motel committee. I was VCDFA match chairperson for three years (1990-92) and was
the show chairperson and served as a Director for the Southern California Beagle Club
and the Los Angeles County German Shepherd Dog Club numerous times. I am currently
a member of the German Shepherd Dog Club of the San Gabriel Valley. I am currently
serving as a director for the Los Angeles Pet Memorial Park and have held that position
since 2008. I am the person who in 1992 initiated the red Club jacket/blazer program. I
made the initial contact with our first sponsor, Pedigree and worked with VCDFA club member Bill Bergum
who negotiated and signed the first contract. I have served as a VCDFA director in the past (1989-2008)
and also as VCDFA parliamentarian (2007-2012). I am a member of the Channel Islands Unit of
Parliamentarians.
NOMINEE FOR VICE PRESIDENT — Bobbi Davis
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION. My husband Don and I started exhibiting
SEALYHAM TERRIERS in the late 70's and we have both held various positions in our
breed and all breed clubs. I have served as President of the Sealyham Terrier Club of
Southern California, was show chairman for the Conejo KC as well as Vendor chairman
for Conejo KC, Los Encinos KC, Black Mountain KC, Silver State KC, Santa Ana KC, South
Bay KC, San Luis Obispo KC, Apple Valley KC, Simi Valley KC (and probably a few more
I can't remember) as I always felt I needed to give back to a sport that has done so much
for us.
I am honored to be considered for the position of Vice President and will do it to the best of my ability.
One Side note: Yes, Ventura is a long way from my home in Perris, but I am used to traveling -- my
hairdresser is in Lompoc.
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Nominees — VCDFA Board of Directors 2015/2016
NOMINEE FOR TREASURE — Shirley Welch
I have been a member of VCDFA for 17 years. I have served on the board, as a Director
and am currently the treasurer of VCDFA and I am looking forward to continuing with
the VCDFA. I have been showing and breeding dogs for about thirty years in conformation and obedience and have had over fifty champion Saint Bernard’s, Affenpinschers Toy Fox Terriers, and Tibbys. For 28 years I have also worked as the treasurer,
bookkeeper and Secretary of Cal West Pruning Service, Inc.
NOMINEE FOR CORRESPONDING SECRETARY — Mary Ann Welch
I am honored to be nominated by the committee as candidate for the position of
Corresponding Secretary. I have worked as a Registered Nurse for 30 years, through that
experience I have learned caring and problem solving. I know all these skills will be
useful in any position I might hold for the Ventura County Dog Fancier. I have been a
member of the VCDF for 15 years, have served on the Board of Directors, Membership
Chair and, for the last year, as Corresponding Secretary. I also assist with ring Service and
Education, have been Match Chair for several years, and have judged every group and
Best In Match. I am involved in Conformation, Obedience and rescue. I belong to the
Saint Bernard Club of America. The Affenpinscher Club of America and the Toy Fox
Terrier Club. I look forward to again serving the VCDF as Corresponding Secretary.
NOMINEE FOR RECORDING SECETARY — Donna Hollingsworth
It's about the dogs - no matter what the issue of the moment, they are our reason for
existing as a club. In being the honest steward of our resources, financial and otherwise it comes from the sweat of our members brows. In the right of people to know what is
going on and have input - our members are our greatest asset. In open, honest governing
without political maneuvering. In working for the good of our dogs and our club, not for
any private agenda. In personal accountability and in a work ethic for us and the dogs.
VCDFA is one of the greatest AKC Member Clubs in existence. It is up to the members to
determine the direction in which VCDFA continues. I love this club. My dogs are my
passion. I have served VCDFA as a worker, a Board member, Treasurer, Recording Secretary and Winterfest Show Chair. Under the Holly prefix I have loved, exhibited and finished my Samoyeds
from the Bred By Exhibitor class. An AKC Breeder of Merit, I’ve had multiple AKC Best In Specialty Show
winners, four Best In Show Puppies, International and Mexican Champions, Therapy Dogs, Herding titles,
CGC titles and Grand Champions. I have taught the VCDFA handling class for years and have loved every
minute of it - what a joy and to see my “student” dogs do well in shows! The sport of purebred dogs under
the AKC is one of the few remaining sports with high standards. I’m proud to be a participant in such a
great sport.
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Nominees — VCDFA Board of Directors 2015/2016
NOMINEE FOR RECORDING SECETARY — Michele Flickinger
I am running for Recording Secretary and I have been in the club for thirty years, and I
was recording Secretary for 7 years so I do have experience. I have served as Committee
Chair for catalogs sales for over 20 years, and I am meeting refreshments assistant. I am
present at most of the meetings. I would appreciate your vote at the September 9, 2015
general meeting
NOMINEE FOR THREE YEAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS — Maria Bokron-Nowlin
I have been a member of VCDFA since 1995. I have served the VCDFA as a Board
member and as Trophy Chairperson, for almost as long as I have been part of this
wonderful club. I have had dogs and cats my entire life. For the past 20 years my breed
has been the Samoyed dog. Many of them have multiple titles from the conformation
ring. I also am very proud that I was recognized from the AKC as a Breeder of Merit.
Currently, I have a full time job and must add, the most important part of my life is the
love I have for my family, both two legged and four!
NOMINEE FOR THREE YEAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS — Lorraine Ebdon
I have owned dogs for 51 years and purebred dogs for 41 years. I have been exhibiting and
breeding Italian Greyhounds for 17 years. I have been a member of VCDFA for 17 years
and a member of the Italian Greyhound Club of America for 10 years. I have served VCDFA as Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, President, Past President and am currently on the Board of Directors. I have served the Summerfest show for approximately 11
years as Secretary, Assistant Show Chair, Treasurer, and Show Chair. I have assisted Italian
Greyhound specialty shows for 15 years. I have served as a Ring Steward for 17 years. I
have also judged matches and Best Bred by Exhibitor. I am currently working for the City of
Oxnard as a Paralegal in the City Attorney's office.
NOMINEE FOR THREE YEAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS — Mike Lerchenmuler
I have been involved with dogs my entire life. From an early age I have known the
pleasure and responsibility of owning and caring for many breeds of dogs. In 2001, I
was introduced to the Bulldog breed as a couple came along with my marriage to Kathy.
I have participated in breeding Bulldogs since then. In 2008, we took the plunge and I
started showing Bulldogs in Conformation. My first show was at Summerfest. In 2011,
we decided to add a little spice to our lives and purchased our first French Bulldog. We
now actively breed and show French Bulldogs in Conformation also. Along the way I
have been active in the Bulldog and French Bulldog clubs. I am an active member of the
Pacific Coast Bulldog Club, the Bulldog Club of America, the French Bulldog Fanciers Continued . . .
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NOMINEE FOR THREE YEAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS — Mike Lerchenmuler . . . continued
of Southern California, the French Bulldog Club of America and now the Ventura County
Dog Fanciers Association. I have served in various capacities for all the clubs. I am the
current Vice-President of the Bulldog Club of America Division III. I also served the club
as Secretary for many years. I have served as chair for various committees in the clubs
and helped run many Specialty shows. I am familiar with the AKC process for show applications and approvals. As a recent member of VCDFA, I worked Winterfest & Summerfest 2015 as Grounds under Jim Scott. Kathy and I joined VCDFA as it is a local AKC All
Breed Club. We live in Camarillo, therefor it is very convenient for us to attend meetings,
Board & Regular and participate in club events. I was asked to run for Director so I accepted the Nomination. I do feel I have the qualifications and experience to work with and assist the members of the Board.
Being a Director is an excellent way to learn the "ropes" of the Club. I would consider it an honor to
be elected.
NOMINEE FOR ONE YEAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS — Bobbe Jocobs
I would like to share with you a little about myself. I am a native Southern Californian.
During my childhood a neighbor had a male Irish Setter. I immediately fell madly in love
with the breed. However, our house was home to many lovable and wonderful mutts. I
am married and have been for 43 years. We are proud of our 35 year old son, his wife
and 3 year old granddaughter. In addition, our 28 year old daughter is also doing quite
well. Irish Setters have been part of our lives for over 41 years. We have been involved
with Irish Setters by breeding, participating in confirmation and rally. More recently one
of our dogs has become a Therapy Dog. I have handled our Irish Setters in the show ring,
but I have found they perform and work much better with a professional handler. We have been a member
of the Irish Setter Club of Southern California for over 20 years. For the past 10 years I have been performing the duties of their Sunshine Chairperson. Prior to that we were responsible for managing the Raffle Table at the Irish Setter Specialty shows. I am a member of the Irish Setter Club of America and have been so
for 10 plus years. I have been Sunshine Chairperson for the VCDFA now for two years. I have attended at
least 90% of all meetings, events and have volunteered to work at both the Summer and Winter Fest for
the past two years. I look forward to working with VCDFA as part of the board. Thank you for considering
me for the VCDFA as a Director.
NOMINEE FOR ONE YEAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS — Maxine Pauling
I first came in contact with VCDFA through my Mother in the Early 1970's. I first became
a member in 1974 when I married another VCDFA Club Member, George Schuurman,
who raised and showed Saints. I started in Obedience and worked with Ann Boardman
until her death. We train, showed and worked VCDFA Shows. For many years I was Ring
Service Chair with Shirley Dumas teaching me my duties. I have earned Obedience Titles
with several Breeds and showed my Dachshund to a Championship. I am Secretary for
175 Residents in the Housing Authority. Part of my duties is working with the Residents
and our Manager. Obedience is still my first love and VCDFA comes in a close second.
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AKC Rules and Regulations
Most people realize that the handler of the Stud Dog and Brood Bitch must wear
an armband, but should the handlers of each of the get? This question has come up
more than once, most memorably at our National Specialty when a very determined
exhibitor got into a shouting match with the 2 ring stewards (each of whom had a
different opinion). The entire show came to a halt while the Show Secretary found
the correct booklet/section/page that provided the definitive answer.
p.s. it was one of the stewards who had it right
Who wears an Armband in the Stud Dog/
Brood Bitch Class?
AKC SHOW / TRIAL MANUAL—Section 8, Page 8
Stud Dog Class - The Stud Dog class is for stud dogs and two
or more of their get.
Brood Bitch Class - The Brood Bitch class is for brood bitches
and two or more of their produce.
• The following applies to both Stud Dog and Brood Bitch
classes:
• The club may permit more than the customary two offspring
to be shown; however, an upper limit to the number of
offspring must be stated in the premium list
• Offspring must be intact
• The owner of the sire or dam need not be the owner of the offspring.
• The offspring only are judged on their merit.
• A castrated male may be entered as Stud Dog in the Stud Dog class, and a spayed bitch may be
entered as Brood Bitch in the Brood Bitch class.
• The handler of EACH DOG must wear a numbered armband. (emphasis added by editor)
The section above also references the following:
RULES APPLYING TO DOG SHOWS — Chapter 14, Section 2
Any club or association giving a dog show must provide arm cards and shall see that every
person exhibiting a dog wears, when in the ring, an arm card containing thereon the catalog
number of the dog being exhibited; but no badges, coats with kennel names thereon or ribbon
prizes shall be worn or displayed, nor other visible means of identification used, by an individual
when exhibiting a dog in the ring
Do you have a question or clarification about an AKC Rule or Regulation?
Email it to Mary at the Tattle Tails
— [email protected]
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The Winners Circle
THANK YOU Judge
Peri Norman!
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The Winners Circle
“JEDI” Wins Three Straight National Specialties, Retiring
"The Lottablu Challenge Trophy"
#1 Silky Terrier All-Systems 2014
Best of Breed Silky Terrier Club of America National Specialty
2013, 2014 and 2015
TOP 20 Winner STCA National Specialty 2014
Owned by: Margaret Hodge, Marge Gagliardi,
Casey Gilbert & Pam Laperruque
Handled by: Pam Laperruque
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GCH DESIREE ACRES IC HABOD
BEST OF BREED
South Bay KC
Judge; Robert L. Robinson
“Diesel”
RATED
is
7
Top Winning Basset
in the
United States
Breeder Owner Handled (and adored) by Ron & Mary Lukins
“Official” Breeds of Dogs – Taken from L. A. City Dog License Forms:
Alaskan Malibu
Belgian Man of War
Government Pincher
Great Pyramid
German Police Man
Rockwelder
Borderline Collie
Basket Bagel Hound
Cocker Spaniard
Copper Spaniel
Betty Crocker Spaniel
Chevy Chase Spaniel
Rhode Island Ridgeback
Greater Pekinsneeze
Miniature Datsun
Wileyhaired Weeniedog
Beasty Terror
Silly Terrier
Jack Daniels Terrier
Wild Haired Terrier
Carrion Terrier
Dorky Terrier
El Paso & Loso Popso (both attempts at Lhasa Apso)
%$#@ Sue (attempt at Shih Tzu)
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Ventura County Dog Fanciers Association Inc.
Tattle Tails Editor
Mary Lukins
561 Avenida Gaviota
Camarillo Ca