FALL 2018 ISSUE 125
Inside 2 2019 Membership Directory CNC Board of Directors 2 Welcome New Members! President - Chuck Basham 3 Brags Vice President - Rose Miller 3 New Members Presented For Treasurer - Mike Weise Preliminary Approval Recording Secretary - Terry Mahon 4-13 CNC BoD Meeting Minutes Corresponding Secretary - Brenda McKeel 14 Rescue Update Members at Large - Kathy Holshey, Paul Katinas, 15 Thank You For Your Generous Kathy Paxton, Don Sharkey Donations 16 Fall Fun Day 18 2018 CNC Water Test Committee Chairs & 20 Member Photos 21 5 Toxins To Watch Out For This Fall Club Representatives 22 Caring For Your Older Awards - Meredith Lynes Newfoundland Brown Bag - Peggy Darling 24 Preparing Your Dog For Holiday Education - Kaitlin Freerks Guests Facebook - Dotty Hudson & Donna McConn 25 Gabriel From Newfoundland Historian - Kathy Paxton 25 2018 Calendar of Events Legislative Affairs - Lisa Lathrop 26 Williamsburg Events (flyers) Membership - Paula McPherson 29 Christmas Tree Pull (flyer) Membership Broadcasting - Margaret Marcus 30 Leesburg Christmas Parade (flyers) Membership Development - Elizabeth McCully 37 Bear Fare Info NCA Regional Club Committee Representative - Chuck Basham Newsletter Editors - Margaret & Brad Marcus Policy - Kathy Paxton CNR Board of Directors Property - Don Sharkey Publicity - Alice Harwell President - Donna McConn Sunshine - Chris Gorsuch Vice President - Dave Rothschild Supported Entries/Regionals - Don Sharkey & 5 Treasurer - Bob Blaicher Cindy Flowers Secretary - Margaret Marcus Website - Chuck Basham Members at Large - Bennett Alford & Working Dog - Julie Sharkey Paula McPherson 2019 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY The new 2019 Membership Direc- 3) Click on the link “Click here” in Important Reminder: tory is now available on the CNC the Members Only Area. No part of the contents of this website! Please check to make sure 4) Click on the “Membership Di- publication may be used or repro- ALL of your information is correct. rectory (Password Required)” link. duced in any form or by any means If something needs to be corrected 5) Enter the password: or stored in a database or retrieval or you have problems accessing (club members can email system without the prior written the directory, please contact me [email protected] if they permission of the Colonial New- at [email protected]. As can’t remember it). foundland Club, Inc. This mem- usual, the membership directory is bership directory is the property of password protected. Please remember to email your the Colonial Newfoundland Club, Where to find it: go to cncnewfs. changes to Paula McPherson, Inc. and is furnished to the mem- com. Under the Membership tab the CNC Membership Chair bership and previously approved click on Members Only Area. ([email protected]) if operations for their exclusive use. you have an address change, phone Use without prior written approval Directions for viewing directory: number change, or email change by the Board of Directors of the 1) Go to www.cncnewfs.com or if there is an error in your Colonial Newfoundland Club, Inc. 2) Click on the word “Member- information listed in the directory. is strictly prohibited. ship” in the blue bar just below the banner.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
Heather Conrad Adrienne Corso Sandy Appel & Ron Ptak
Proof that Newfies go to heaven. Perhaps the Rainbow Bridge is right above that lake somewhere. Submitted by Jim Wasson
Don’t forget to visit CNC’s Facebook Page! Check CNC’s Facebook page regularly for more information about Rescue, health issues, upcoming shows, club events, and grooming tips! Facebook.com/ColonialNewf 2 BRAGS
VN (*) Ch Bear N Mind’s Under the Sea, CD, DD, WD1, WRD1 “Ariel” Owners: Debbie and Jeff Dennison 10/6/18, WRD to also attain her VN (*), SENC Water Test 10/7/18, WRD1, SENC Water Test *pending NCA approval
Bella’s First Utility Leg! VN Ch Bear N Mind’s Cover Girl, CDX, RE, WD1, WRD, DD4, CGC 2nd place finish at the Durham Kennel Club Obe- dience trials 8/19/18, Utility A, first leg (ever!) Breeders: Christine and Dwight Gorsuch Owners: Debbie and Jeff Dennison Ariel
NEW MEMBERS PRESENTED FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
CNC’s Board of Directors has given preliminary ap- proval to this new membership applicant. Within 30 days of this newsletter’s publication, members should More Good News for Bella! address any comments to the Membership Chair.
VN Ch Bear N Mind’s Cover Girl (Bella) Shannon Famini WA (*) VN Ch Bear N Mind’s Cover Girl, UD, Baltimore, MD RE, DD4, WD1, WRD, CGC Owners: Debbie and Jeff Dennison Leigh & Chris Harte Family Breeders: Christine and Dwight Gorsuch Annandale, VA November 10 & 11, 2018, 2nd and 3rd Utility legs for her UD, 1st place, Triangle Shetland Jack & Shannon Hill & Family Sheepdog Club of the Triangle Fairfax, VA *pending NCA approval Kathryn D. Weber Hampton Hills Answer To A Prayer, WD, CGC Mohnton, PA (Christian) earned his 1st working title by qual- ifying for a WD at the Bear Mountain water test Tracey & Larie Wilson in September. Christian was handled by Bruce Williamsburg, VA Karger. 3 CNC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING JULY 18, 2018 Meeting called to order at 7:31 pm. Total: $100.00 Account Balance (7/18/2018): $23,358.51 Present -- Chuck Basham (CB), Rose Miller (RM), Terry Mahon (TM), Brenda McKeel (BMK), Certificates of Deposit Don Sharkey (DS), Kathy Holshey (KH), Paul Katinas #0287 $8,813.85 as of 7/18/18 (PK) #9056 $6,370.31 as of 7/18/18 Absent -- Mike Wise (MW), Kathy Paxton (KP) $15,184.10 Guest(s) – Dwight Gorsuch (DG), Jim Wasson (JW), Total: 6 Liz McCully (LMC) Note – CC means Credit Card Debit
2018 Motion made to accept the June Treasurer’s Re- President, Chuck Basham port (DS). Seconded (BMK). No objections. Motion -- Open Meeting passed. -- Review Minutes from June 18, 2018 Board Meeting. Motion made (PK) to adopt the June 18, 2018 minutes as presented. Seconded (KH). No objections. Motion Committee Reports: passed. Awards – Meredith Lynes
Awards Committee – Dwight Gorsuch (ad hoc) Officer Reports: Working on policy. President – Chuck Basham -- No Report Bear Fare – Brad and Margaret Marcus The deadline for the Summer issue of the Bear Fare Corresponding Secretary Report – Brenda McKeel Newsletter is July 31, 2018. Please email submissions -- No Report for upcoming events to: [email protected]
Recording Secretary – Terry Mahon Brown Bag – Peggy Darling Submitted June meeting minutes to Board for approv- Peggy will be hosting a brown bag auction for CNC’s al. TM will send minutes from April, May, and June to water test on Saturday ONLY and October Regional. Bear Fare. Auction items are needed as are gift cards and checks to purchase items. Please send any monies or cards Treasurer Report to Peggy by mid-July so she will have time for pur- Beginning Balance (6/20/2018): $23,564.99 chases. Thank you to those who have already sent gift cards. Of course, you may bring items to the water Checks under $100: None test or Regional and give to Peggy early AM. Please let Peggy know if you send checks or cards so she can be Checks over $100 and Credit Card Debits– Need sure they arrive. Peggy’s email and home address are Board Approval listed in CNC’s directory on CNC’s webpages. CB told Date Check # Amount Reason Peggy to contact Margaret Marcus to do membership 6/26/18 2230 $302.40 Liberatore’s Restaurante broadcast mailing asking for donations. - Deposit Regional Banq. Your donations are greatly appreciated. 7/7/18 CC $4.08 Visa Payment: StartMeeting Total: $306.48 By-Laws Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton No Report Deposits Date Deposit Reason Education – Kaitlin Freerks 6/28/18 $100.00 Tophy Sponsorships - Education seminar postponed until 2018 Regional/Supported Entry Facebook – Dotty Hudson/Donna McConn/Brad 4 Cole/Alice Harwell Membership Broadcasting – Margaret Marcus Fall Fun Day – Chuck/Cookie Basham The 2018 membership email list is built and will be Saturday, September 29, 2018 used going forward for membership broadcasts effec- 10am to 3pm tive November 1, 2017. Please email: McLaren-Sargent Shelter [email protected] if you would like to send Lake Accotink Park, Springfield, VA out any information or updates to the club members. Weather permitting – Canine Good Citizen Test(s). TDI testing was discussed. National Specialty Site Search Committee (Ad Hoc)- Kathy Paxton, Don Sharkey, Paul Katinas, Mike Wise, Insurance – Jim Wasson Elizabeth McCully The principal office for an organization incorporated in Maryland must be located in Maryland. NCA Representative – Chuck Basham CNC is incorporated as a Maryland company No Activity Need to have someone to volunteer to be the Principal Office. Jim Wasson, Don Sharkey and Kathy Paxton Nominating Committee (Ad Hoc) have volunteered. JW will be the principal office for Dwight Gorsuch, Lisa Lathrop, Elizabeth McCully CNC. JW will do the paperwork. JW reported that Alternates – Mike Paxton and Julia Sharkey the cost of liability policy for CNR is increasing. That Nominating Committee has submitted the following may be the same for CNC. JW is working with our list of candidates: agent to look for other options, and will report back. Chuck Basham—President Brenda McKeel—Corresponding Secretary Legislative Affairs - Lisa Lathrop Kathy Holshey—Member at Large Paul Katinas—Member at Large Member Development Committee – Elizabeth (Liz) Bennett Alford—Member at Large McCully Cherish Foy-Julian—Member at Large CB thanked DG and the committee for their hard Membership – Paula McPherson work. Four positions are open for next year: Membership Report President, Corresponding Secretary, and two members 20 June 2018 at large. New Members for preliminary approval: Sandy Appel & Ron Ptak Before August 31, the Recording Secretary should Eldersburg, MD notify each club member in writing of the candidates nominated, and canvass the general membership for Heather Conrad additional nominations for all positions. Additional Ashburn, VA nominations to the RS before September 20. The bal- lot goes out at least 25 days before the Annual Meet- No new members in July. ing, and are counted at the Annual Meeting. Margaret will have a list of members that don’t have email. Motion made (KH) to move the Board grant prelimi- nary approval to the two (2) new family members pre- Pancake Walk – Brad Cole (Done) sented to the Board by membership. Seconded (RM). No objections. Motion passed. Property – Don Sharkey
I (DS) move to publish their names in the next issue of Publicity – Alice Harwell Bear Fare. Members opposing any new applicant have 30 days to object in writing to the membership chair. Rescue – Donna McConn If there is no objection, the applicant(s) automatically becomes a member. Seconded (RM). No objections. Spring Fun Day – Brenda McKeel (Done) Motion passed. St Patrick’s Day Parade – Liz McCully (Done) 5 Sunshine – Chris Gorsuch Test secretary - Crystal Jeffers (mentored by Mere- dith) Ways and Means – Cookie Basham/Kathy Paxton Hospitality - Leslie Dunn Selling off inventory. Judges are Mark Iken, Heidi Peterson and Dwight Gorsuch will judge DDX both days with Mark. Website – Chuck Basham Heidi has not been approved to judge DDX. Up to Date Avg Daily Hits: 39 (www.cncnewfs.com) 2018 NCA Regional Specialty and Supported Entry: Avg Daily Hits: 3 (www.cncnewfs/Calendar2018.com) 4 day shows Oct 25- 29, 2018 Avg Daily Hits: 1 (www.cncnewfs/MembersOnly.com) 26th Supported Event Last 30 Days 27th Regional Avg Daily Hits: 47 (www.cncnewfs.com) 28th Regional Avg Daily Hits: 2 (www.cncnewfs/Calendar2018.com) Outdoors at the Westminster AG Center – Maryland. Avg Daily Hits: 1 (www.cncnewfs/MembersOnly.com) DS reported that 98% of the cost of the trophies are covered. The bill from Prairie Dog Pottery will be Williamsburg Parade – Co-Chairs Julia Sharkey and $1757.50 if we pay in 30 days; or $1850 if we pay at Mandy Walters delivery. DS asked for approval to pre-pay for the trophies. RM made a motion to pre-pay the bill for Membership Meeting – Chair - Julia Sharkey the trophies for the Regional Specialty and Supported Brown Bag – Paula McPherson Entries. KH seconded the motion. No objections; Main Stay Suites motion passed. 814 Capital Landing Road Williamsburg VA Old Business: Working Dog – Working Dog Schedule Still working on Summary Page for 2016 Annual Trea- Informal Draft Workshop: surer’s report. Working on some undocumented items. 1st Draft Workshop March 3, 2018 (Done) 2nd Draft workshop April 21, 2018 (Done) New Business: 3rd Draft Workshop October 13, 2018 Dissolve Nominating Committee (Ad Hoc) PK made a motion to dissolve the Nominating Com- Water Test, Codorus: mittee; seconded by BMK. No objections; motion August 17 thru 19, 2018 passed. Water Test Update. Mary Jane Spackman and Keith Mallinson will serve We discussed CNR (Colonial Newf Rescue). DG as Judges for the Test. recommended asking them to send us an update to Terry Mahon - Test Co-Secretary include finances, and what dogs are in Rescue. Their Kathy Hosley – Test Co-Secretary board meets quarterly. Question – is it a requirement Christie Smith - Chief Steward that one CNC board member be on the CNR board? Liz McCully will assist at the test. We will continue the discussion at our August meet- Premium on website. Booked the Day’s Inn in West- ing. minster MD for the hotel. Need a volunteer to orga- nize the pizza party Saturday night. DS reported that the NCA National will be in Mich- igan in 2019 and 2020. Due to a lack of volunteers at Water Training at Codorus: the last National, NCA is going to ask all the regional See Website for dates clubs to be responsible for certain committees. DG suggested CNC volunteer for the grounds committee 2018 Draft Test to support DS who is the grounds chairman for 2019. Nov. 9 thru Nov. 11, 2018 We will continue the discussion at our August meet- Crump Park ing. Test chair - Donna Foy (mentored by Alice) 6 Shelters at the water test were discussed. The pavilion Adjournment. would be good for hospitality and the KH made a motion to adjourn; RM seconded the mo- brown bag auction. We need tents for the secretaries tion. No objections; motion passed and the judges. DS will ask Julia to check on the pro- cedure to get the pavilion.
Next scheduled Teleconference August 15, 2018 Wednesday at 7:30PM
CNC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AUGUST 15, 2018
Meeting called to order at 7:31 p.m. Checks over $100 and Credit Card Debits– Need Board Approval Present -- Chuck Basham (CB), Rose Miller (RM), Date Check # Amount Reason Terry Mahon (TM), Brenda McKeel (BMK), 7/23/18 2232 $1,757.50 Prairie Dog Don Sharkey (DS), Kathy Holshey (KH), Paul Katinas Pottery-Trophies for R/SE (PK), Kathy Paxton (KP) 8/3/18 CC $268.25 Discount Mugs-For Water Absent -- Mike Weise (MW) Test & Regional Guest(s) – Jim Wasson (JW) 8/3/18 CC $3.46 StartMeeting 8/13/18 2233 $363.97 Susan Marino: Judge for 8/17-8/19 WT (Travel President, Chuck Basham Reimburse) -- Open Meeting Total: $2,393.18 -- Review Minutes from July 18, 2018 Board Meeting Deposits Officer Reports: Date Deposit Reason President – Chuck Basham 7/23/18 $430.00 Tophy Sponsorships - -- No Report Regional/Supported Entry Corresponding Secretary Report – Brenda McKeel 8/13/18 $100.00 Tophy Sponsorships - -- No Report Regional/Supported Entry Recording Secretary – Terry Mahon Total: $530.00 Submitted July meeting minutes to Board for approval. Motion made (KP) to adopt the July 18, 2018 minutes Account Balance (8/15/2018): $21,470.33 as presented. Seconded (KH). No objections. Motion passed. Certificates of Deposit #0287 $8,814.04 as of 8/15/18 Treasurer Report 2018 #9056 $6,370.52 as of 8/15/18 Beginning Balance (7/18/2018): $23,358.51 $15,184.56 Note – CC means Credit Card Debit Checks under $100 Date Check # Amount Reason Motion made (KP) to approve the expenditures over 7/21/18 2231 $25.00 Wasson: State of MD one hundred dollars ($100). Seconded (DS). No objec- (Address Change) tions. Motion passed. Total: $25.00
7 Committee Reports: bargaining stage. JW joined the meeting and reported Awards – Meredith Lynes that our current policy ends in two months. He will keep us up to date. Awards Committee – Dwight Gorsuch (ad hoc) Working on policy. Legislative Affairs - Lisa Lathrop
Bear Fare – Brad and Margaret Marcus Member Development Committee – Elizabeth (Liz) The deadline for the Summer issue of the Bear Fare McCully Newsletter is October 31, 2018. Please email submis- sions for upcoming events to: [email protected]. Membership – Paula McPherson NO New Member(s) for preliminary approval: Brown Bag – Peggy Darling Peggy will be hosting a brown bag auction for CNC’s Membership Broadcasting – Margaret Marcus water test on Saturday ONLY and October Regional The 2018 membership email list is built and will be (one day, Saturday). Auction items are needed as are used going forward for membership broadcasts effec- gift cards and checks to purchase items. Please send tive November 1, 2017. Please email: any monies or cards to Peggy by mid-July so she will [email protected] if you would like to send have time for purchases. Thank you to those who out any information or updates to the club members. have already sent gift cards. Of course, you may bring items to the water test or Regional and give to Peggy National Specialty Site Search Committee (Ad Hoc) early AM. Please let Peggy know if you send checks or – Kathy Paxton, Don Sharkey, Paul Katinas, Mike cards so she can be sure they arrive. Peggy’s email and Weise, Elizabeth McCully home address are listed in CNC’s directory on CNC’s webpages. NCA Representative – Chuck Basham Your donations are greatly appreciated. No Activity
By-Laws Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton Pancake Walk – Brad Cole (Done) No Report Property – Don Sharkey Education – Kaitlin Freerks Education seminar postponed until 2018 Publicity – Alice Harwell
Facebook – Dotty Hudson/Donna McConn/Brad Rescue – Donna McConn Cole/Alice Harwell Spring Fun Day – Brenda McKeel (Done) Fall Fun Day – Chuck/Cookie Basham Saturday, September 29, 2018 St Patrick’s Day Parade – Liz McCully (Done) 10am to 3pm McLaren-Sargent Shelter Sunshine – Chris Gorsuch Lake Accotink Park, Springfield, VA Weather permitting – Canine Good Citizen Test(s). Ways and Means – Cookie Basham/Kathy Paxton CB contacted (through AKC) an evaluator. AKC has Selling off inventory. ribbons for CGC; they are less expensive at MBF. CB will ask the evaluator if they can also judge Trick Dog. Website – Chuck Basham Up to Date Insurance – Jim Wasson Avg Daily Hits: 39 (www.cncnewfs.com)(52 weeks) CNC’s liability insurance rates may be increasing Avg Daily Hits: 3 (www.cncnewfs/Calendar2018.com) due to our current Insurance carrier exiting this type (44 weeks) of insurance coverage for dog clubs. JW reported Avg Daily Hits: 1 (www.cncnewfs/MembersOnly.com) that CNR’s insurance will cost $1663; they are in the (52 weeks) 8 Last 30 Days Marylou Zimmerman (NCA TRAC) stated that the Avg Daily Hits: 47 (www.cncnewfs.com) NCA uses “Strip.com” for various fee payments (Dues, Avg Daily Hits: 2 (www.cncnewfs/Calendar2018.com) Donation, etc...), Mary Price says that the Strip reports Avg Daily Hits: 1 (www.cncnewfs/MembersOnly.com) are better than PayPal. Both PayPal and Strip charge the same fees (2.9% plus $.30 per transaction). The Williamsburg Parade – Co-Chairs Julia Sharkey and Draft Test could also use the on-line platform Mandy Walters (https://www.ncanewfs.org/wdc/ ) for the Online Working Dog Test Entry System. Dan Zimmerman Membership Meeting – Chair - Julia Sharke could then link Entry System for CNC Draft Test to Brown Bag – Paula McPherson the Strip payment account for CNC. We will ask Don- Main Stay Suites na to give a report on how it worked after the test. CB 814 Capital Landing Road will need to set up the Strip account. DS recommend- Williamsburg VA ed a handling fee of $2.50 for refunds.
Working Dog – Working Dog Schedule 2018 NCA Regional Specialty and Supported Entry: Informal Draft Workshop: 4 day shows Oct 25- 29, 2018 1st Draft Workshop March 3, 2018 (Done) 26th Supported Event 2nd Draft workshop April 21, 2018 (Done) 27th Regional 3rd Draft Workshop October 13, 2018 28th Regional Outdoors at the Westminster AG Center - Maryland. 2018 Water Test, Codorus: August 17 thru 19, 2018 Water Test Update: Mary Jane Spackman and Sue Ma- Old Business: rino will serve as Judges for the Test. Still working on Summary Page for 2016 Annual Trea- Terry Mahon - Test Co-Secretary surer’s report. Working on some undocumented items. Kathy Hosley – Test Co-Secretary Christie Smith - Chief Steward New Business: Liz McCully will assist at the test. CNC needs to get more volunteers for the 2019 NCA Premium on website. National Specialty. How can the club do this? KP Booked the Day’s Inn in Westminster MD for the advised to wait until something comes from NCA to hotel. see what they are asking. Since most people know if Entries: Friday, 4 WRDX and 2 WRD re-qualifiers; they are going by January, we can ask Margaret to do a Saturday, 5 WRDX, 8 WD, 5 WRD (2 are re-qualifi- broadcast memo to ask who is going to the National. ers); Sunday, 8 WD, 5 WRD. CNR was discussed. KP will send a copy of their Water Training at Codorus: by-laws to everyone on the CNC board. They should See Website for dates meet four times a year, and send a report to CNC after each meeting. Two dogs are permanently in Rescue. 2018 Draft Test: Discussion will continue next month. Nov. 9 thru Nov. 11, 2018 Crump Park Test chair - Donna Foy (mentored by Alice) Next scheduled Teleconference September 19, 2018 Test secretary - Crystal Jeffers (mentored by Meredith) Wednesday at 7:30PM Hospitality - Leslie Dunn Judges are Mark Iken, Heidi Peterson and Dwight Adjournment Motion made (KP) to adjourn the Gorsuch will judge DDX both days with Mark. Heidi meeting at 8:24 pm. Seconded (KH). No objections. has not been approved to judge DDX. Motion passed.
Donna Foy has made a request to see if it possible to do on-line (internet) payment of fees for Draft test. 9 CNC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 Meeting called to order at 7:30 pm. Checks over $100 and Credit Card Debits– Need Board Approval Present -- Chuck Basham (CB), Terry Mahon (TM), Brenda McKeel (BMK), Don Sharkey (DS), Kathy Date Check # Amount Reason Holshey (KH), Paul Katinas (PK), Mike Weise (MW), 08/30/18 2234 $271.57 Coester: Reimb Kathy Paxton (KP) for Hospitality - Absent -- Rose Miller (RM) Water Test Guest(s) – Dwight Gorsuch (DG), Liz McCully 08/30/18 2235 $477.70 Michele’s Pizza - (LMC), Julie Sharkey (JS) Subs for Water Test 08/30/18 2236 $863.00 KP - Spider Web President, Chuck Basham Promo - Shirts -- Open Meeting 08/21/18 CC $329.67 KP - Days Inn -- Review Minutes from August 15, 2018 Board Meet- Westminster - ing Water Test Lodging 09/01/18 2237 $658.26 DS - Carroll Officer Reports: Kennel Club - President – Chuck Basham Tables, Chairs, Tent -- No Report 09/06/18 2239 $111.83 TM - Reimb for Catalog Print’g - Corresponding Secretary Report – Brenda McKeel Watrer Test -- No Report 09/10/18 CC $2.86 KP - StartMeeting Charge Recording Secretary – Terry Mahon Total: $2,714.89 Submitted August meeting minutes to Board for approval. Motion made (KP) to adopt the August Deposits 15, 2018 minutes as presented. Seconded (MW). No Date Deposit Reason objections. Motion passed. 08/21/18 $576.00 CB - Soft Goods Sales - Water Test Treasurer Report 2018 08/30/18 $190.00 Brown Bag Ticket Sales - Beginning Balance: 8/15/2018 $21,470.33 Water Test 08/30/18 $50.00 Trophy Sponsorship - R/SE Checks under $100 08/30/18 $180.00 KP: Veteran Dog Trophy - Date Check # Amount Reason R/SE 9/6/18 2238 $90.90 Holshey - Reimb for Form 09/06/18 $1,780.00 Water Test Entry Fees Printing - Water Test 09/06/18 $160.00 Water Test Entry Fees 9/6/18 2240 $80.00 Bowers - Entry Fee Refund - 09/06/18 $80.00 Water Test Lunches - 8@$10 Water Test 09/10/18 $1,295.00 Membership New & 9/10/18 $80.00 Returned Check Renewals 9/10/18 $12.00 Returned Check Fee Total: $4,311.00 9/12/18 $60.00 Returned Check 9/12/18 $12.00 Returned Check Fee Account Balance: 9/19/2018 $22,731.54 Total: $334.90 Certificates of Deposit #9056 $6,370.73 as of 9/17/18 #0287 $8,814.28 as of 9/17/18 Total: $15,185.01
10 MW will contact the individuals that had returned lowing categories: AKC Urban, AKC Star puppy and checks from the Water Test. They should pay the $12 AKC Community Canine. All information (fees and returned check fee. requirements) are on the flyer. CB will ask Margaret to send an e mail reminder. Fees go to the AKC. DS Motion made to accept the September Treasurer’s reported that some members would like events to be Report (KP). Seconded (DS). No objections. Motion scheduled on Sunday instead of Saturday. CB said this passed. was the first year that both fun days are on a Saturday.
Insurance – Jim Wasson Committee Reports: Awards – Meredith Lynes Legislative Affairs - Lisa Lathrop
Awards Committee – Dwight Gorsuch (ad hoc) Member Development Committee – Elizabeth (Liz) Working on policy. McCully
Bear Fare – Brad and Margaret Marcus Membership – Paula McPherson The deadline for the Summer issue of the Bear Fare Membership Report, 19 September 2018 Newsletter is October 31, 2018. Please email submis- New Members for preliminary approval: sions for upcoming events to: [email protected]. Shannon Famini Baltimore, MD 21239 Brown Bag – Peggy Darling Peggy will be hosting a brown bag auction for CNC’s Leigh & Chris Harte family October Regional on Saturday ONLY. Auction items Annandale, VA 22003 are needed as are gift cards and checks to purchase items. Please send any monies or cards to Peggy by Jack & Shannon Hill & family mid-October so she will have time for purchases. Fairfax, VA 22039 Thank you to those who have already sent gift cards. Of course, you may bring items to the Regional and Kathryn D Weber give to Peggy early AM. Please let Peggy know if you Mohnton, PA 19540 send checks or cards so she can be sure they arrive. Peggy’s email and home address are listed in CNC’s I (KP) move to publish their names in the next issue of directory on CNC’s webpages. Your donations are Bear Fare. Members opposing any new applicant have greatly appreciated. 30 days to object in writing to the membership chair. If there is no objection, the applicant(s) automatically By-Laws Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton becomes a member. Seconded (BMK). No objections. No Report Motion passed.
Education – Kaitlin Freerks Motion made (KP) to move the Board grant prelim- Education seminar postponed until 2018 inary approval to the four (4) new family members presented to the Board by membership. Seconded Facebook – Dotty Hudson/Donna McConn/Brad (PK). No objections. Motion passed. Cole/Alice Harwell Renewals are coming in slowly. As of September Fall Fun Day – Chuck/Cookie Basham 15, just over 50 memberships have renewed which Saturday, September 29, 2018 is under 50%. All memberships without an email 10am to 3pm address on file were mailed a renewal form last month McLaren-Sargent Shelter and most of those have been returned. Another email Lake Accotink Park, Springfield, VA to membership will go out the end of the week as a Weather permitting – Canine Good Citizen and AKC reminder. Trick Dog Test(s). Evaluator can also test in the fol-
11 Membership Broadcasting – Margaret Marcus put a note on the website asking how many people The 2018 membership email list is built and will be would need transportation (include a deadline). DS used going forward for membership broadcasts effec- suggested using a van just for equipment. tive November 1, 2017. The theme is Miracle on D.o.G. Street (Duke of Please email: [email protected] if you Gloucester Street). Mandy is coming to the Fall Fun would like to send out any information or updates to Day and dressing her dog for the Xmas parade. the club members. CB will ask Margaret to send the New-Pen-Del Draft Test flyer again. Membership Meeting – Chair - Julia Sharkey Brown Bag – Paula McPherson National Specialty Site Search Committee (Ad Hoc) Main Stay Suites –Kathy Paxton, Don Sharkey, Paul Katinas, Mike 814 Capital Landing Road Wise, Elizabeth McCully Williamsburg VA
NCA Representative – Chuck Basham Working Dog – Working Dog Schedule No Activity Informal Draft Workshop: 1st Draft Workshop March 3, 2018 (Done) Pancake Walk – Brad Cole (Done) 2nd Draft workshop April 21, 2018 (Done) 3rd Draft Workshop October 13, 2018 Property – Don Sharkey 2018 Water Test, Codorus: JS reported on the Water Publicity – Alice Harwell Test: A few last minute withdrawals; had to change judges; not many spectators; a few qualifiers; pavilion Rescue – Donna McConn worked out well; t-shirts turned out good; the NCA report has been submitted. JS is working on the article Spring Fun Day – Brenda McKeel (Done) for Newf Tide.
St Patrick’s Day Parade – Liz McCully (Done) 2018 Draft Test: Nov. 9 thru Nov. 11, 2018 Sunshine – Chris Gorsuch Crump Park Test chair - Donna Foy (mentored by Alice) Ways and Means – Cookie Basham/Kathy Paxton Test secretary - Crystal Jeffers (mentored by Meredith) Selling off inventory. Hospitality - Leslie Dunn Judges are Mark Iken, Heidi Peterson and Dwight Website – Chuck Basham Gorsuch will judge DDX both days with Mark. Heidi Need to add pictures for Water Test has not been approved to judge DDX. Avg Daily Hits: 39 (www.cncnewfs.com) (52 weeks) Avg Daily Hits: 3 (www.cncnewfs/Calendar2018.com) Donna Foy has made a request to see if it possible to (49 weeks) do on-line (internet) payment of fees for Draft test. Avg Daily Hits: 1 (www.cncnewfs/MembersOnly.com) The Draft Test could also use the on-line platform (52 weeks) (https://www.ncanewfs.org/wdc/ ) for the Online Last 30 Days Working Dog Test Entry System. Dan Zimmerman Avg Daily Hits: 47 (www.cncnewfs.com) could then link Entry System for CNC Draft Test to Avg Daily Hits: 2 (www.cncnewfs/Calendar2018.com) the Stripe payment account for CNC. Avg Daily Hits: 1 (www.cncnewfs/MembersOnly.com) Chuck Basham has set up a “Stripe” account. Would strongly suggest that it only be used with the NCA Williamsburg Parade – Co-Chairs Julia Sharkey and Working Dog Entry System. Mandy Walters JS – biggest issue is transportation to and from the parade start and finish point. If we rented a van, CB noted that our insurance would not cover that. JS will 12 2018 NCA Regional Specialty and Supported Entry: Elections: TM reported that she has not received any DS reported that everything is on schedule. The pre- additional nominations from the membership. The mium list is available. DS will send the link to CB for deadline is tomorrow. She will ask the four candidates the website. for the two member-at-large positions to submit a 4 day shows Oct 25- 29, 2018 biography to go to the membership (by mass e mail or 26th Supported Event on the website). The ballot should go out to the mem- 27th Regional bership 25 days before the annual meeting. The ballot 28th Regional must be returned to the Recording Secretary two days Outdoors at the Westminster AG Center – Maryland. before the annual meeting. The restaurant is closed for regular business, but open for our private banquet. Next scheduled Teleconference October 17, 2018 Wednesday at 7:30PM
Old Business: Adjournment: Motion made (KP) to adjourn the Still working on Summary Page for 2016 Annual Trea- meeting at 8:48 pm. Seconded (BMK). No objections. surer’s report. Working on some undocumented items. Motion passed.
New Business: CNC needs to get more volunteers for the 2019 NCA National Specialty. How can the club do this? Wait until after the Specialty meeting.
CNR was discussed. They are getting ready to have elections. All members of CNC are members of CNR. Their meetings are open to all CNC members, but the meeting are not publicized. CNR has four board meetings a year. CNC would like a monthly report from CNR.
We would like to know what dogs are in and out of rescue, and to see a copy of the minutes of any meet- ing (to include a Treasurer’s report). We have not seen a Treasurer’s report from CNR for over one year. CB will send a letter to CNR. First, he will send it to our board and needs input from everyone. CNC and CNR should be working closely together. According to the CNR By-laws, two representatives from the CNC board should attend their meetings. One mem- ber of the CNR board should attend the CNC board meetings. This has slipped by this past year; with the upcoming elections, we should start again.
National Specialty trophies: National trophy sponsor- ship is open to regional clubs before the general mem- bership. CNC has always sponsored two trophies. KP made a motion to support two classes at the 2019 National Specialty. The cost will be about $150. PK seconded the motion. No objections. Motion passed.
13 RESCUE UPDATE reetings from the Rescue Crew! BOARD ELECTIONS: Our first election is this month. Positions up for election are President, Trea- We continue to have a busy year. This surer, and one Member-at-Large position. All non-as- week alone, we brought in three dogs. sociate Colonial Newfoundland Club members will Sadly, one of the dogs is 11 years old. receive an emailed link to cast their vote using Sur- GThese are older Newfs are often overlooked because vey Monkey. The votes will be sent to club member, not many people want to adopt an oldie. We are Michele Cross, who will serve as our Election Officer. thankful to the members that help foster and adopt Results of the election will be announced at the CNC’s the senior Newfs. We know they will bring much joy Annual Membership Meeting, Luncheon, & Awards to their fosters and adopters in their last years. If you Ceremony in Williamsburg, VA on December 1st. have it in your heart to take in a senior Newf, please let us know. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are always looking for volunteers. Please let us know if you can foster, NEW SPONSOR PROGRAM! We still have two transport, groom, or assist at events. We also need long-term Newfs in Rescue. One is a four-year-old people who can contact local shelters to let ask them male that has many orthopedic issues. He is on to contact us if a Newf is dropped off at the shelter. prescription food, supplements, pain medicine, and regularly participates swim therapy. His care is very RESCUE DONATIONS: Many thanks to those of you expensive. Our other long-term Newf is a two-year- who recently made a Rescue donation! Recue relies old male, who has been in several homes already, and on donations to help care for Newfs waiting to find he seems to be “too much” for most people. Accord- their forever home! Thank you for your support! ing to our professional trainer, he is “trainable” but it will take time. Both of these dogs are up for adoption • Dan & Michelle Blumagen - In memory of Coal but will need that special person to love them and • Dan & Michelle Blumagen - In memory of Booey treat them well. To help cover their ongoing care, we • Anthony & Maureen Bongarzone set up a new sponsorship program for both of these • Denise Edwards long-term Rescues. Please log onto our website • Rebecca Finlay www.colonialnewfrescue.org and click on Available • Friends of Newfs Rescues. You will see the two that are in long-term • Jennifer Fish - In honor of Paula McPherson foster care and need your support. Even a small • Gail Gallagher monthly donation will help with their care. Please • Alesia Harvey consider sponsoring one or both of these boy Newfs. • Ellen Ing • Craig & Marcia Katz LEESBURG CHRISTMAS PARADE: Colonial New- • Robin Korotki - In honor of Daniel Stultz & Blue- foundland Rescue will be participating again in the beary Bran Leesburg, VA Christmas Parade on Saturday, Decem- • Marc & Kimberly Leonetti ber 8th. Last year, despite the snow, we had a good • Linda & Jack Lyons - In honor of Donna McConn turnout. We hope everyone will come again and hope • John Piller & Cynthia Frederick - In memory of others will join us too. Your Newf does not have to Brian Chase be a former Rescue to participate. Please come a bit • David & Lucy Ordoobadi early and park at the end of the parade route. Before • Jerald Rainey - In honor of Carol Stultz’s birthday the parade line-up starts, we will gather at the Dodd’s • Jessica Regan home on the parade route for hot cocoa and cookies. • Shirley Schrier From the Dodd’s home, the parade line up is 2 blocks • David Shipley & Paula Thomas-Shipley away. See the flyer in this issue of the Bear Fare for • Erica Shoenberger more information. More event information will be • Brian and Tracy Ward emailed soon! Also, many thanks to those that donated via Facebook for Birthday Fundraisers. Facebook only gives us the 14 amounts – no names. If you decide to do a Facebook Fundraiser for us, please email us the names of your Facebook friends that donated so we can thank them!
Thank you for your support! We wish you Happy Howlidays!
Donna McConn, Chance & Fred Colonial Newfoundland Rescue President
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS DONATIONS! Working Dog Fund • Ann Farese - In Memory of Chesapeake & Sydney • Anonymous (multiple donations) • Joan Fenwick • Michelle & Dan Blumhagen - In Memory of Coal • Wendy & Peter Flerlage • Lezli & Bennett Alford - In Memory of Susie, Ollie • James & Susan Garrett & Otis • Maida & Malcolm Gutterman • Karin & Adam Bystol - In Memory of “Sampson” • Hilary Hyland - In Memory of Cubby, Teddy Bear CH Old Bay Forged in Flames RN & Ethie • John & Cindy Flowers - In Memory of Sparkle • Tom & Carole Keightley • Melanie Tipton-Fortney & Robert Kevin Fortney • Lisa Lathrop • Donna Foy • Margaret & Brad Marcus - In Memory of Eros • Paul & Carole Katinas • Judith Marshall - In Memory of Alfie • Molly Marzouk - In Memory of Mozart Trophy Fund • Nancy R Metta - In Memory of Rosey, Sadie & • Anonymous (multiple donations) Maya • Lezli & Bennett Alford - In Memory of Susie, Ollie • Lucy & David Ordoobadi & Otis • Heather Perkin - In Honor of Chewy • John & Cindy Flowers - In Memory of Sparkle • Beth & David Smith Jr. - In Memory of Caleb • Paul & Carole Katinas • Michael & Linda Smith • Gordon & Gina Songer OAR Fund • Delma & Donald Taylor - In Memory of Sun Val- • Anonymous (multiple donations) ley Benedetto (Ben) • Jim Wasson - In Memory of Banjo, Brutus, Mason, Rescue Bridget, Sinner • Anonymous (multiple donations) • Mike & Gail Weise - In Memory of Bear & In • Anonymous - In Memory of Sally Ghormley Honor of Bitsy & Jacob • Robert & Anne Blaicher - In Memory of Cody, • Melissa & Aaron Willis Bailey, Riley Blaicher • Scott & Cheryl Wingate - In Memory of Donner • Arthur & Angela Brummer - In Memory of Ange- la Brummer & Seamus • Jenny Bryl - In Memory of Ollie Stanford • Charlee Channing - In Memory of Missy (CNC 2001 15 FALL FUN DAY n September 27 about 50 people and Several new members attended and some people who about 35 dogs attended the Fall Fun Day were thinking about getting a Newf. There were lots at Lake Accotink Park. The weather of dogs for them to see and members graciously an- co-operated with no rain and cooler tem- swered all their questions. peratures. O The highlight was two brown newf puppies from the Melanie Hastings (AKC Evaluator) did the AKC tests. same litter. They were little balls of brown fluff. Five passed the CGC and two the advanced CGC test. Lastly, it was time for the door prize drawing. These All were thrilled that their dogs did so well. Congrat- prizes were generously denoted by Liz McCulley. The ulations to all that passed. winners enjoyed McCormick spices and cookbooks.
Mandy Waters gave a talk about the Williamsburg Pa- Submitted by Cookie Basham & Brad Cole rade this year and Newfs. Leroy and Dahlia, modeled Christmas attire.
16 FALL FUN DAY
17 2018 CNC WATER TEST
NC held its 22nd Water Test at Lake Mar- burg in Codorus State Park on August 17th – 19th, 2018. TEST RESULTS By the end of this year’s three-day event, CNC WATER DOGS 10 dog/handler teams tested. With the help of the C • CH Kloofbear the Guardian’s Angel At Bear N hard-working stewarding crew, our handler and dog Mind CD, RA, CGCA, TKN, DD, TDD (Chel- teams tallied the following titles: 2 new Water Dogs, 2 sea); handled by Alice Harwell. (Qualified on Water Dog Requalification, 2 new Water Rescue Dogs, Saturday) and 3 Water Rescue Dog Requalification’s under the • Mtn To Sea Glory Of The Sea CGC (Glory); han- attentive eyes of our experienced judges Sue Marino dled by Glenn Lesher. (Qualified on Saturday) and Mary Jane Spackman. Included in these qualifi- • WA VA CH Jolly Roger’s Broadway Baby CGC, cations was one new Versatility Newfoundland (VN) RN, TKN (Liza); handled by Donna Foy. (Quali- title and one Working Achievement (WA) title pend- fied on Sunday) ing NCA approval. CNC WATER RESCUE DOGS This year the weather at Codorus cooperated with us • CH Kloofbear the Guardian’s Angel At Bear N to earn some time water working titles. We normally Mind CD, RA, CGCA, TKN, DD, TDD (Chel- are fighting a stiff breeze and white caps, but not this sea); handled by Alice Harwell. (Qualified on year. Saturday) • WA VA CH Jolly Roger’s The Captain’s On The NCA mentor-level judges Sue Marino (MA) and Mary Bridge CDX, RE, WRD2, CGC, DD3, TDD, Jane Spackman (PA) did a great job as our judges. (Sailor); handled by Donna Foy. (Re-qualified on With so much rain, our normal beach area was un- Friday and Saturday) derwater so the dogs had to start at the waters’ edge so • WA Genevieve’s Emma Rose CDX, GO, extra due diligence was required. On Friday, Donna RAE2, CA, CGC, CGCA, TKI, DD3, DDX3, Foy handled her two dogs Sailor and Emma to WRD TDD, WRD3 (Emma); handled by Donna Foy. requalifying titles. Saturday Alice Harwell’s Chelsea (Re-qualified on Friday) and Glenn Lesher’s Glory earned Junior Dog titles and • Timberknolls Balerion The Black Drago CD, Alice and Chelsea went on to earn Chelsea’s Senior RA, THDN, TDI, CGC, WRD3, DD1 (Drago); Water Rescue Dog title and clinched her Versatility handled by Donna Foy. (Re-qualified on Sunday) Newfoundland Dog title. Donna Foy’s Sailor clinched a second WRD requalifying title again on Saturday. VERSATILITY NEWFOUNDLANDS Great job Sailor. (pending NCA approval) • CH Kloofbear the Guardian’s Angel At Bear N On Sunday, and Rob Rogers’ Drago earned their third Mind CD, RA, CGCA, TKN, DD, TDD (Chel- WRD requalifying title. Donna Foy’s Liza earned a sea); handled by Alice Harwell. (Qualified on Junior Dog title. Congratulations to handler and dog Saturday) teams. Even those who didn’t qualify for either WD, WRD, or WRDX titles, the handler and dog teams WORKING ACHIEVEMENT gave their best efforts and looked to be on track for (pending NCA approval) qualifying later in the season. • WA VA CH Jolly Roger’s The Captain’s On The Bridge CDX, RE, WRD2, CGC, DD3, TDD, Submitted by Julia Sharkey, (Sailor) CNC Water Test Chairperson
18 2018 CNC WATER TEST
19 MEMBER PHOTOS
Delilah Walters Leroy Brown Walters
Madeline Walters The Walters Clan
Harry & Hank Stultz
Carol Stultz and VN Bluebeary Brandy on the Sisko Rider
20 5 TOXINS TO WATCH OUT FOR THIS FALL
s autumn approach- soning in dogs. [To be on the safe • Drooling es, so do new po- side I don’t recommend feeding • Vomiting tential dangers that chocolate of any kind to your pet]. • Inappetance pose a threat to your The toxic ingredient: methylxan- • Panting dog and cat. Here thines (called theobromine) and • Agitation Aare the top 5 fall toxins to be on the caffeine. With mild poisoning, • Incoordination lookout for as summer ends. Keep clinical signs of chocolate poison- • Tremors your pet safe by keeping these out ing include: • Seizures of reach! • Agitation • Panting 4. Mushrooms 1. Rodenticides • Vomiting While the majority of mushrooms As the weather gets colder, mice • Diarrhea are benign and only result in and rats start seeking shelter in minor symptoms when ingested, warm locations, in other words, With more significant ingestions, there are a few types that can be your house! Unfortunately, the clinical signs of cardiac effects deadly (even to humans!) when start of autumn means the start of (including a racing heart rate, high ingested. Because mushroom mouse and rat poisoning. There blood pressure, and abnormal identification is so difficult, we vet- are several types of active ingredi- heart rhythm) or pancreatitis (i.e., erinarians have to err on the side ents in these mouse and rat poi- inflammation of the pancreas) may of caution and assume any mush- sons, and they all work (and kill) be seen. With severe poisonings, room ingested by a pet is toxic. in different ways. Depending on chocolate can result in tremors, The most dangerous type? The what type of mouse and rat poison seizures, and, rarely, death. Keep Amanita mushroom. was ingested, clinical signs include: in mind that with chocolate, the • Weakness darker and more bitter the choc- Depending on the type of mush- • Lethargy olate, the more dangerous it is! room ingested, clinical signs • Difficulty breathing Semi-sweet chocolate or Baker’s include: • Coughing blood Chocolate contains very toxic • Gastrointestinal signs (e.g., • Dehydration amounts of theobromine as com- drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, • Inappetance pared to milk chocolate or white abdominal pain) • Profuse vomiting chocolate. Learn more about Hal- • Neurologic signs (e.g., walking • A distended stomach loween candy basket dangers here. drunk, tremoring, agitation, • Tremors seizures) • Seizures • Organ damage (e.g., liver or • Kidney failure 3. Compost/Mulch Piles kidney failure) • Even death I’m all for going green, and am a • Even death huge advocate of recycling and 2. Chocolate composting. However, before you 5. Mothballs Did someone mention Halloween? start composting, make sure you As mice and rats come into the The last week of October poses have a well secured, fenced off house to stay warm, so do moths! a big danger to dogs, as there’s a compost pile. If wildlife or your Mothballs may look benign, but greater likelihood that your dog dog ingests the compost directly, can be quite dangerous as they will find the candy stash. While it can result in severe poisoning typically contain chemicals such as one or two small Snickers® bars ar- secondary to the mold (containing paradichlorobenzene or naphtha- en’t usually dangerous, significant tremorgenic mycotoxins). Clinical lene. The classic smell of mothballs ingestions (e.g., your whole candy signs of compost poisoning in- is typically due to “old-fashioned” bowl) can result in chocolate poi- clude: mothballs that contain naphtha-
21 lene, and these are generally much • Neurologic signs (e.g., lethargy, the ASPCA Animal Poison Con- more toxic than the paradichloro- tremors, etc.) trol Center for life-saving care. benzene-containing ones. Clinical • Blood changes (e.g., abnormal- signs from mothball poisoning in ities in the red blood cells) Reprinted from September 2018 dogs and cats include: • And rarely, even organ failure Airpark Animal Hospital Newslet- • Gastrointestinal signs (e.g., When in doubt, if you think your ter, posted Dr. Justine A. Lee, DVM, drooling, vomiting, abdominal pet was poisoned, call your veteri- DACVECC pain) narian, emergency veterinarian, or
CARING FOR YOUR OLDER NEWFOUNDLAND DOG o the inevitable has hap- a problem while it’s still in the be- Do you know how to tell if your pened, a day you have ginning stages instead of having to Newf is in pain? They can be a dreaded for years, your deliver a possible poor prognosis very stoic breed! One of the most Newfie has somehow about your beloved Newf. common causes of pain in any become old! “What hap- dog is arthritis (joint inflamma- Spens now, does anything change, Let’s discuss some common ail- tion) which can range from very should I take him or her to the vet ments that your older Newfie may mild to severe. Most Newfies will more often?” If you’re anything acquire. develop some form of arthritis as like me you have a lot of questions. they get older. Maybe your Newf Every week while grooming your has difficulty getting up or laying The average life span for a New- Newf you should be feeling for down, is limping slightly or just foundland is 8-10 years. But a any abnormal lumps, bumps, skin slowing down. These are all signs whole lot of Newfies are living changes, heat or swelling. I re- of possible pain. When examining into their teens, which is fantas- member when I first felt a lump my Newf for any physical changes tic! Most veterinarians consider a on my Newfie, I panicked and got I can tell when I get to a sore area, 7-year-old Newfie a senior. They her into the vet right away. It was she will close her mouth slightly, or will want to do a routine check- a lipoma, a simple non-cancerous just look the other way. Very subtle up and blood work, often called a fatty tumor. A lot of dogs get these signs! senior panel, to establish what the (skinny or overweight, happens to normal values are for your Newf. both). Your vet will use a needle to Newfoundlands, being giant Your dog has most likely already aspirate the lump and look at the breed dogs, do not always have had blood work done by the age cells under the microscope. Most the lifespan we would wish for of 7 so it’s just a matter of making lipomas are harmless and do not them. Advances in husbandry and sure everything remains normal. need to be removed unless they get veterinary care are helping New- Some veterinarians will want to see large or interfere with movement. foundlands to live longer lives all your Newfie every 6 months for If your dog has a lipoma you do the time. a checkup, some will also want to need to keep an eye on it for any do blood work every 6 months. As changes and report them to the Mild arthritis is easily treated. Your your Newfie ages it’s important for vet. Not every lump you may find vet may suggest buffered aspirin, your veterinarian to see him or her is a lipoma, it could be something gentle massage, and a soft, padded more often. Dogs age much fast- more serious like cancer. So of bed. Talk to your vet about dietary er than humans and giant breeds course, if you find any abnormal supplements such as glucosamine age even faster than other smaller lump you should always have the and chondroitin that may help breeds. Problems can arise quickly vet check it out. keep the joints lubricated. Keeping and if your vet sees your dog more your Newf at a healthy weight and often, he or she can hopefully treat exercising is important, walking
22 can loosen up stiff joints and it Taking care of an older, injured and has two nylon handles. This keeps muscles in shape. Swimming or handicapped Newfoundland sling has been a lifesaver for me! is second nature to most Newfies, isn’t always easy, they are big and You can find slings in most pet it’s a low impact, easy on the joints heavy and most of the time hard to supply catalogs. I use a collar or exercise. Older Newfs can become move! A few suggestions are: harness, and short leash to help my tired more easily than their young- Newf when she is wobbly on her er counterparts, so take it easy on A large padded bed is a must for a front end. your older friend! Newf that cannot get around on its own. You want to prevent bedsores Make sure you offer water to your A more severe form of arthritis so turning a dog is necessary if Newf often if they cannot get to it is Osteoarthritis. It is a degener- they cannot do it on their own. on their own, they really do drink ative joint disease in which the a lot! cartilage in joints is gradually lost. I have a 4-inch-thick orthopedic Treatment can involve surgery foam bed that is 36”x54” for my To reduce the chance of injury and or medicinal management of any Newf, when it became worn out strain on joints I suggest a ramp pain. Nonsteroidal Anti-inflam- a bit I bought a queen size foam for getting in and out of vehicles. matory drugs, NSAID’s, are often mattress topper, cut it to size (two I have a ramp instead of stairs for used to treat pain and inflamma- pieces) and put the pieces under going into the yard as well. Rubber tion in dogs. They can have side the actual bed for more support. It backed rugs are essential on slick effects such as liver, kidney and is a nice thick comfortable bed that surfaces where your Newf might gastrointestinal disease. Your vet isn’t too soft or too firm. lose its footing and fall. will want to do blood tests every 3 to 6 months to make sure any In the case of an incontinent dog Eyes can become cloudy with nu- NSAID’s being used are not caus- you can buy piddle pads to place clear sclerosis, a harmless clouding ing problems. Your vet will tell you under him or her, or a waterproof of the lens. Some Newfs develop what kind of outward signs to look mattress pad. I have a waterproof cataracts which can be surgically for such as vomiting, diarrhea, mattress pad that goes around the removed. Hearing may start to loss of appetite and lethargy. Some actual foam bed, and under the fail as well. Make sure family and commonly known NSAID’s are bed cover. Any accidents are easily visitors know how to get his or her Rimadyl, Metacam, Deramaxx and cleaned up by throwing the bed attention without startling them. Etodolac. You and your vet will cover and mattress pad into the Most of us know when something decide which medication will work washer. is wrong with our Newfs. We have best for your dog. a feeling or an intuition that tells Bathing and grooming an injured us to take a closer look. Some- Injuries are common in older dogs. or handicapped Newf is difficult, times it’s obvious that something is Maybe they ran too hard the day if not impossible. I have found wrong and we need to consult the before or perhaps they simply that trimming the hair to a more vet. turned wrong while laying down. manageable length helps immense- Sometimes it doesn’t take much to ly with clean up, and also helps Reprinted from August 2018 NCA cause an injury in an older animal. regulate body temperature as this e-Notes, Elizabeth Heath, General A lot of injuries resolve on their is more difficult as they age. Baby Education Committee, Newfound- own with restricted movement and wipes work fantastic if you have a land Club of America rest. It’s a good idea to see your Newf that leaks or dribbles urine vet if your Newf seems to have an on him or herself. injury that isn’t getting better in a day or two, or in the case of severe Moving a Newf that needs help can pain or injury, call your vet right be tricky. I have a canvas sling that away. is lined with fleece, it goes around the abdomen and has quick con- nect buckles attached with nylon 23 PREPARING YOUR DOG FOR HOLIDAY GUESTS ith the holi- Once your dog is doing well, invite tells the dog to drop an item in days coming friends and neighbors over to prac- their mouths, which is helpful if up, your home tice his sit/stay so he’ll be sitting the dog has grabbed something is likely to be like a champ when your guests before you had a chance to use experiencing arrive for Thanksgiving dinner! leave it. Wmore activity and guests. Depend- ing on your dog’s personality and Go to your place – This is also Tricks – Okay, while this may not habits, this can be a difficult time a wonderful command for dogs seem like an important behav- for both your dog and your fami- that are more boisterous or bother ior, tricks can be a great thing to ly. Planning ahead and doing some guests at the dinner table or in the teach your dog because it gives simple training with your dog can living room. Give your dog a place him something to do. If you have make this a more pleasant experi- that is “his.” Usually we use a dog guests coming over who may be a ence for everyone. bed or mat, or you can use crates as bit nervous about your dog, even if I do with my dogs. Bring your dog he is friendly, tricks can be a great Training before the holidays- to the mat, bed or crate and reward way to “break the ice.” A dog seems If you haven’t taught your dog any him for being there and laying less intimidating when he can basic manners or behaviors, now’s down/going inside; pair it with a shake, high five, spin, roll over or the time to start! Even if you’re word such as “place” or “crate.” As do something equally adorable. If short on time, you can easily work with the sit/stay, move up to prac- your guests include children, they in short training sessions a few ticing this one with friends and will most likely be delighted by times a day and see results quickly. neighbors so the dog has the be- these behaviors and may even want Work the training into your daily havior solid by the time guests will to teach the dog some themselves, life as much as you can, such as be arriving. Since you want this which can be a fun holiday activity training “stays” while you are cook- to be a good experience for your (with adult supervision, of course!) ing in the kitchen, or asking the dog, you can give him a nice treat dog for “sits” and “downs” while to chew on while he lies on the bed Management during the holidays- you’re on the couch watching TV. or in their crate. Examples might The second part of an effective set The more you ask for behaviors as include a food stuffed toy, a chew up for your dog during the holi- part of your routine, the more your stick or something else that your days is good management. dog will develop using them as a dog loves and can quietly enjoy. regular habit. Some of the behav- Keep your dog comfortable— If iors that can be most useful during Leave it – Leave it is an indispens- you know your dog doesn’t care for the holidays are: able behavior during the holidays. guests, have a crate ready for him Not only can you use it if the in a quiet spot, such as bedroom Sit/Stay – Sit (and stay) is an ex- dog decides to go for a delectable with a closed door. Alternatively, tremely versatile behavior. You can human treat on the dining room keep him in a place where he can use it to teach the dog not to jump table, you can also use it on things feel comfortable and not interact on visitors at the door, to sit and that dogs are attracted to, such as with guests, such as a bedroom, allow people to greet him, to stay shiny holiday decorations, holiday laundry room or other area that is in one place comfortably while you plants, and wrapped gifts. Leave closed off with a door or baby gate. move about the house, and much it can be generalized to anything Never allow people to interact with more. Train your dog to sit and once you’ve taught it with food your dog if the dog isn’t comfort- stay in the places he’s most likely and can help you to tell the dog to able, as this can increase the anxi- to jump up, such as just inside and move away from something even ety he is feeling. outside of the front door, in and if you’re at a distance. Another out of the car, by your kitchen, liv- behavior that is often paired with Provide distractions— Have a ing room area, or by the back door. leave it is “drop it” which basically variety of items ready for your dog,
24 to occupy his time, while you visit during these busy times. As the If you find you need help with with your guests. This can include saying goes, “A good dog is a tired training the behaviors we’ve dis- food stuffed toys or puzzles, bones, dog.” The more physical exercise cussed, you can find professionals chews, chew sticks and toys. Al- your dog gets, the less rambunc- near you who can help at ways give your dog an item such as tious when people come to visit, www.iaabc.com, this in a safe place and supervise and there’s a good chance after www.petprofessionalguild.com and any interaction if children will be greeting guests he’ll be more than www.apdt.com. visiting. happy to crawl up on his bed or crate and take a nap. Reprinted from Airpark Animal Exercise, exercise, exercise— You Hospital’s November 2018 Newslet- cannot exercise your dog enough ter GABRIEL FROM NEWFOUNDLAND This September I took a cruise around Newfoundland. Much to my surprise there were no Newfoundland dogs to be seen in any of the ports visited. There were a few Labrador Retrievers, the other dog breed from this area. When I arrived back in St. Johns, there was a Newfoundland named Gabriel to greet the passengers with his Newfoundland Tartan. He was 8 years old and drooled very little. Of course, all the passengers were making a fuss over him with photo ops. His owner gave out Newfoundland pins.
Submitted by Cookie Basham
2018 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Williamsburg Parade CNC Christmas Tree Pull December 1, starts at 9:00 am December 2, Noon - 5:00 pm Williamsburg, PA Noon to 5 PM Greenbrier Farms Chesapeake, VA Luncheon, Annual Meeting,
Annual Awards, and CNR Leesburg Christmas Brown Bag Auction Parade December 1, Noon - 3:00 pm December 8, starts at 6:00 pm Main Stay Suites Leesburg, VA 814 Capital Landing Road Williamsburg VA
25 26 27 Donations Needed for Brown Bag Auction in Williamsburg We are now one month away from the Williamsburg Parade and Annual Meeting/Awards Luncheon and Brown Bag Raffle. It’s time to dust off those raffle items and let someone know what you have to offer. This raffle will benefit Colonial Newfoundland Rescue. Raffle items do not have to be Newf specific so anything you feel another member may be interested in “winning” is welcome. Also welcome are gift cards that can either be included in a brown bag “grouping” or used to pick up items for the raffle. If you have items you will be bringing with you to the meeting, please let me know so I can be prepared for the number of donations coming.
Have something to donate but aren’t planning to attend this year? We have that covered. You can either mail it to me (address below) or we have members willing to meet you/drop off locations in Virginia (Amissville, Ashburn, Centreville, Richmond and the Hampton Roads area) and Maryland in Annapolis area. To arrange for a drop off location near any of these areas please message Colonial Newf Rescue at [email protected] .
We want this year to be a great Brown Bag Raffle and your help is needed with donations. If you are attending the Meeting/Awards please bring your items and your money to purchase tickets. Be sure to RSVP on the Parade and Meeting emails so Julia and Mandy know the number of people to expect.
Thank you for your support, Paula McPherson, 15209 Ivor Road, Sedley, VA 23878 [email protected] ------
Williamsburg Parade & Annual Meeting Registration Form Parade: Attending Parade: ______Number of Newfoundlands participating in Parade? _____ Yes/No
Dog(s) pulling a cart? ______Yes/No
If transportation is required to parade start (response required by Oct 25) ______. Y/N
CNC Annual Meeting December 1, 2018: $5.00 / person If writing a check: ____ OR Bringing Cash and paying at the door: _____
Make checks payable to CNC Annual Meeting and mail to: Julia Sharkey, 22324 Rolling Hill Lane, Gaithersburg MD, 20882 Number of People: ___ Total: $______Name(s): ______Email: ______Phone #: ______
28 Come join us on December 2nd, 2018 for the Colonial Newfoundland Club Christmas Tree Pull at Greenbrier Farms in Chesapeake, VA 225 Sign Pine Rd Chesapeake, VA We’ll be there starting at 12 noon till 5:00pm
Bring your people lovin’ Newf and cart and help customers haul their Christmas Trees to their vehicle from the tree lot. Don’t have a cart? Bring your Newf to spread some Holiday cheer and just enjoy the day with the Newf community.
This is one of the busiest weekends for tree sales at Greenbrier Farms so we need several Newfs and Carts to help make this a huge success!
If you’re interested in participating in this event please call or text Donna Foy at 919-922-9419 or email at [email protected] for details.
29 Save the date! Saturday, December 8th 6:00 pm Leesburg Christmas Parade
2018 Colonial Newfoundland Rescue’s 2nd year participating in the Leesburg Christmas Parade
Please make sure you park your car at the end of the parade route by Fairfax Street. After the parade starts, nearby roads will be closed and it will be difficult to return to your car if you parked at the starting point of the parade,
The Dodd's will be hosting a pre-parade gathering at their home at 225 N. King Street in Leesburg at 4:30 pm. Please stop by for hot chocolate and cookies before the parade.
N. King Street closes at 5:30 pm so be sure to drop off people and Newfs at the Dodd's at 225 N. King Street and then drive your car to the parking lot at the end of the route and walk back to the Dodd's house.
The parade lineup is about 2 blocks from the Dodd's house. We will leave the Dodd's home at 5:15 pm to get in the lineup. The parade starts at 6:00 pm!
Coming in from out of town? The Leesburg Best Western on East Market Street will accept the Newfs! For reservations, please call 703-777-9400.
30 It’s time for the Town of Leesburg’s Christmas & Holiday Parade! December 8th, 2018 6:00pm Saturday
The parade kicks off at Ida Lee Park and travels south on King Street, ending at the intersection of Fairfax and South King Streets.
PARADE SCHEDULE 3:00pm Gates open at Ida Lee for parade participants. Please access via King Street. No access available from Ida Lee Drive. 5:00pm Parade lines up at Ida Lee Park. 5:30pm Streets close to prepare for parade. All parade participants must be at Ida Lee Park at this time. 6:00pm Parade procession begins.
31 TI I TI I LI Participation is free.
The Parks and Recreation Department will host Santa in the parade.
No other individuals will be allowed to pose as Santa.
All participating groups must be at Ida Lee Park front field no later than 5:00pm.
Giveaway items such as candy, coupons, etc. are encouraged. Throwing of candy, food items, toys, or any other object from floats, decorated vehicles, walking entries, or any parade participant is strictly prohibited. Entries wishing to distribute such items must designate walkers to accompany their entry and hand the items to spectators. Violators will be asked to leave the parade.
All units must keep moving and in the line of march at all times. Units must not stop on the parade route at any time. Intentional delay or stopping will not be allowed and could result in removal from parade and/or disqualification of future parade participation.
Each entry will be responsible for keeping their designated lineup area clean and should bring trash bags to clean up any mess resulting from entry preparation.
Groups that include children under age six (6) must have a decorated vehicle available for children’s transport.
Any person operating a motorized vehicle must be at least 18 years old, have a valid drivers license and obey all traffic signs.
Parade entry drivers must be prepared to stop at any time to allow other entries to enter the parade. Parade entry drivers must obey the instructions of parade volunteers and emergency personnel at all times.
Parade entries are asked to not stop at the end of the parade route on South King Street to unload. Please follow police direction.
Animal units must provide immediate waste cleanup.
The use of sirens & air horns is prohibited and reserved for emergency purposes only.
All parade entries should be decorated in a holiday/winter theme. Music, lights, and other decorations are highly encouraged!
Lighted Float Participants will be automatically entered in the Holiday in Lights Contest to be awarded to the best overall light-decorated float. The winner will have their name engraved on the Holiday in Lights Trophy which will be displayed at Town Hall.
Parade officials reserve the right to remove entries from the parade lineup for unsafe or inappropriate behavior, or for use of inappropriate or potentially disruptive signage and/or language.
If floats must be partially or completely dismantled at the end of the parade route, bring trash bags and make arrangements to clean up any mess resulting from dismantling.
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