AMERICAN CLUB, INC. Bulletin VOLUME 56, NUMBER 1 MARCH, 2007 Flushing Spaniel President’s Message To the ASC members not attending the Flushing Spaniel Show in January, you missed an outstanding show. From the story on page 2 well organized tack room, variety of vendors, new ASC mem- Show... orabilia merchandise, and gleaming silver trophies, to the out- standing archive collection display, breed seminars, and the ASC Foundation Casino Night, the 2007 show was a success. In addition to conformation and the futurity, most of the other flushing spaniel breeds had sweepstakes competitions; obedience and rally classes added another dimension to the show. Thanks to Bob Smith and his hard- working show committee. As your new president, I thorough- ly enjoyed the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie; the 2007 show was one of the best I have attended. Minutes of the board meeting will be posted on the Club’s webpage, but I want to take this opportunity to highlight some board actions. Direct communication and the reduction of misinformation are two promises I make to members of the American Spaniel Club. If you have a question or have heard a rumor, I encourage you to ask me. Do not rely on “they said” – this is often misinformation. During the board meeting, the American Spaniel Club Board of Directors approved by-laws revisions which will be sent to the membership for final approval. The revision process, coordinated by Linda Moore, was necessary to elimi- Best In Show nate conflicts within the existing bylaws and maintain compli- CH. LYDGATE RISE N’ SHINE ance with AKC. The Board also set deadlines for the ad hoc Merle committee work and also voted to proceed with a new procedure for nominating and electing judges. More informa- tion about the procedure will be detailed in the next Bulletin. Another Board action was the approval of a second versatil- ity award – Performance Versatility Award. The original award, Champion Versatility Award, requires earning a conformation championship, a title in obedience or agility and a title in field, hunting or tracking. The new award requires a minimum of three AKC titles with at least one each in the categories of obe- dience, agility and either field, hunting or tracking. The new award guidelines also allow for earning one of the titles before the owner becomes an ASC member. This is to encourage per- formance owners to join ASC. The Board also approved a request from the Top Committee to include an order form in the Cocker Spaniel National premium list for pre-ordering the Top Dog catalog – a listing of the top cocker in conformation, agility, obe- dience and field printed in color. At the Annual Meeting, Michael Allen and Kay and Larry Hardy were inducted into the Hall of Fame; we also were hon- Best In Futurity ored to have the great-nephew of Ella Moffitt, Park Benjamin CUTTS ISLAND HONKY TONK WOMAN III and his wife Jeanne, join us.

continued on page 10 Flushing Spaniel Show Report By Elena Duggan, Public Education Chair

o doubt about it – the stars lined up perfectly for American Spaniel Club’s 87th annual Flushing NSpaniel Show, sponsored by the Nestle Purina PetCare Company at the Valley Forge Convention Center in Pennsylvania, January 5 - 7. In its 127th year, the oldest breed club in America presented three days packed with conformation, obedience, and rally compe- tition, breeder and judges education programs– adding up to one of the best “Spaniel Clubs” in memory. With longtime Cockerite Dr. Bob G. Smith making his debut as Show Chair, Spaniel Club 2007 boasted a con- formation entry of almost 1000 of the best flushing spaniels from across the country and around the world. Emerging from Judge Jane Forsyth’s Best in Show field was the magnificent ASCOB dog Ch. Lydgate Rise N’Shine, presented by Michael Pitts for owners Best BredBy Jacquelyn Beaudoin, Mary Walker, and Deborah Knight. “Dylan” had won Best of Breed at the ASC Cocker Spaniel National last Summer, and had begun his meteoric career as Winner’s Dog and Best in Futurity at the January, 2006 Flushing Spaniel Show. It could not have been an easy choice for Mrs. Forsyth, however. Judges Tiina Blue, Marilyn O’Neill, Charles Self, Dana Cline, Michael Faulkner, and Marjorie Martorella sent eight other conformation superstars, including several multi-all-breed Best in Show winners, to Mrs. Forsyth’s ring. Comprising the glittering line-up were: Ch. Afterglow Douglas Fashion (Black Cocker Spaniel); Ch. Luzana’s Look ‘n Tri-if-ic (Parti-color Cocker Spaniel); Ch. Clussexx in Overdrive (); last year’s Flushing Spaniel Club Best in Show winner Ch. Chestnut’s Selling the Drama (); Ch. Felicity’s Diamond Jim Best In Field Trial Classes (); Ch. Marshfield’s Boys’ Night Out, CD, RN (Field Spaniel); Ch. Three D Van San Rumor Has It (); and Ch. Rolyart’s Full of Saturn, shown to the win by his co-breeder Jason Lynn; Grace (). Special kudos to Best Best in Field Classes was the English Springer Spaniel in Show finalists “Copper” (English Cocker Spaniel), Ch. Kirwin Yankee Alikazam of Caryhill, DC, RE, SH, who, with handler Laura King, retired The Ballyweel NA; and Best in Show Brace went to Field Spaniels, Ch. Challenge Trophy with his third Best of Breed win at Wicksford Storm to Freedom and Ch. Seebreeze The Spaniel Club, and to “Jagger” (Parti-color Cocker Secret Storm. Michael Faulkner’s choice for Best Junior Spaniel) who, as an eight-year-old veteran, defeated a was Alyssa Gollwitzer with Ch. Redwoods Livin Large. field of magnificent specials to take the variety. The impressive silver trophies and rosettes that hon- Mrs. Forsyth’s choice for Best Bred By Exhibitor in ored the wins at this prestigious show were beautifully Show was the Black Cocker Spaniel San Jo Return of displayed in the center of the room as an elegant back-

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Best In Show Brace

drop to the activity in both rings. The many engraved perpetual memorial trophies, such as The Hildreth K. Best Junior Handler Bloodgood Perpetual Memorial Trophy established in 1919, The Red Brucie PMT established in 1937, and The Spaniel Club Challenge Trophy, retired in 1928 by George Greer PMT established in 1945, are reminders of William Payne of Midkiff Kennels, and an original the history of this show and honor those fanciers who photo by Tauskey of the legendary Ch. Idahurst Belle II, made a mark on their breed. Two newly established along with her BIS trophy. The Tauskey photo is of awards, The Ruth Baumgartner Trophy for the Best great importance to ASC as the subject holds the record Cocker Spaniel in Show and The Richard H. Squier for winning BIS at ASC three times (1930, 1931, and Trophy for Best Field Spaniel in Show continue these 1932). The Archive Project – affectionately known as the long-standing traditions. The Purina Pro Plan Futurity “Spaniel Sleuths” – deserves enormous credit for mak- Alliance Trophy for the breeder of the Best in Cocker ing it possible for ASC members to see these reclaimed Spaniel Futurity was an original Danny Quest bronze of and restored treasures, which spotlight ASC’s history sire, dam, and three puppies on marble base. Class win- while remembering the great breeders and of the ners received a commemorative cloisonné ASC logo past. medallion. The three-day marathon also featured seminars for ASC’s Archive Project, established in 2000 to help breeders and judges by leading flushing spaniel experts increase awareness of the Club’s history and the stories Adrienne Bancker (Welsh Springer Spaniel Club of of its long-time breeders and famous dogs, presented an America), Lynn Finney (Field Spaniel Society of awesome exhibit of treasures. Included were the beau- America), and Robert Ennis (American Spaniel Club). tiful Obo II cup (designed in 1884), the American ASC Judges Education Chair Julie Virosteck offered

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 3 She has them looking Ch SilverhallAVRIL Spanish Eyes

National Specialty Best of Opposite Sex Bred and presented by National Specialty Award of Merit Wilson and Bonnie Pike

Owned by Multiple Specialty Bests in Show Gale and Tom Golden Multiple Group Placements North Creek, Boston

Page 4 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 2007 American Spaniel Club Best of Opposite Sex Black Variety under Judge Mrs. Tiina Blue

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attendees a special treat with noted Clumber Spaniel breeder Doug Johnson’s fascinating lecture/presenta- tion “Contrast and Comparison of The Flushing Spaniels”.

Select artifacts from the Archival Project collection

Curator, Wilma Parker, at the Archival Project display

The performance events – mirroring their skyrocket- ing popularity worldwide – offered some of the most exciting highlights of the weekend. High In Trial and High Scoring Cocker in Obedience was Kay’s Double 1 Destiny, with a score of 198 ⁄2, while the big stars of the Rally event were English Springer MACH Aubrey’s Jump For Joy, UD, RA, MX, MXJ with a perfect score of Select artifacts from the Archival Project collection 100 (High Scoring Dog Excellent B), and English Springer Stornwynd’s Field of Day, UD, RE (High and the compendium The American Cocker Book. The Scoring Dog Advanced B). Other highlights in perform- Hardy’s legendary Hob Nob Hill Cockers had an influ- ance were the naming of Ch. Rwyn Heavens Telstar as ence on the breed that comes down to this day through High Scoring Champion of Record and High Scoring their two pre-potent dogs, Ch. Hob Nob Hill’s Hob Welsh Springer; Casmir’s Chasin My Dream earning Nobber and his son Ch. Hob Nob Hill’s Tribute. Mrs. High Scoring Clumber, and of OTCH Kay’s Sassy Sheba Hardy, who survives her husband, was in attendance (Cocker) winning High Scoring Dog Utility B. for their moving induction into the Hall of Fame. Also In addition to the many thrilling competition highs, honored during the evening was Ella Borland Moffit, of ASC members and guests were treated to several senti- Rowcliffe fame. When Mrs. Moffit was inducted into mental moments in Valley Forge. During the ASC the Hall of Fame in 1997, no family members could be annual meeting presided over by new President Jane traced. Through diligent recent research, Spaniel Williams, three members were inducted into the ASC Sleuths were able to trace a nephew of Mrs. Moffitt, Hall of Fame: Michael Allen and Larry and Kay Hardy. Park Benjamin III, who was invited to attend the annu- The late Ms. Allen, whose “commitment and dedication al meeting. Wilma Parker, Curator of The Archive to the Cocker Spaniel, both as a breeder, club member, Project, presented Mr. Benjamin with the Hall of Fame and respected member of the purebred dog community Award in honor of his aunt, and he, in turn, presented worldwide”, was renowned as a photographer and ASC with a collection of historic family photos, includ- artist, and as an editor and publisher of The Magazine ing those of Mrs. Moffitt with her dogs.

Page 6 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 January 2007 ASC Flushing Spaniel Show BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST IN FUTURITY Foley’s Twenty Four - “Jack” Bred and Owned by Nancy L. Foley and Stephanie McAlister Handled by Stephanie

(Ch. Larmaro’s Handsome Dancer x Ch. Fanny Hill’s Mimosa) Thank you to Breeder Judge Tom Dowell for this wonderful win!!!

Jack will be exhibited this OLEY FARMS F David and Nancy Foley spring in the BBE classes 1940 N 650 E by Nancy and Stephanie. Columbus, IN 47203-8302 812-579-9193 / E-mail: [email protected]

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 7 Flushing Spaniel Show Report continued… G. Smith, Show Chair; Bettie Campbell, Assistant American Spaniel Club Foundation members were Show Chair; Tanda busy with weekend-long activities that raised more than Shirrod, Trophies; Linda $17,000 for ASCF’s support of national breed health Donaldson and Linda research. There were silent auctions each day, as well as Pitts, Tack Room a very successful 50/50 raffle. The main event, howev- Arrangements; Doug er, was the gala casino night, “A Starry, Starry Night” – Johnson and Dr. Alan a big success thanks to the hard work of Kevin Hughes Santos, X-pen arrange- and his creative and talented committee members. ments; Karen Knight, Earlier in the Vendors; Rita Piazza and weekend, ASC mem- committee, Catalog Sales; Sussex admirers ber Terri Voss pre- Judi Kline, Silent Auction; sented her charming Genea Jones, Seating Reservations; Paula Emerick, oil painting of three Obedience and Rally; Cathy Carey, Catalog legendary Parti- Advertising; Lloyd Alton and Jim Hunt, Announcers; color Cocker Kevin Carter, Puppy Enrollment; Carol Proxee, Futurity Spaniels to Michael Bitch Nominations; and Jane Williams and Sharon and Linda Pitts. The Elliott, Stewards. dogs – Ch. San Jo’s No doubt about it - the 2007 Flushing Spaniel Show Born to Win, Ch. San was a resounding success. Spectators had the opportu- Jo’s Playin’ to Win, nity to appreciate and acknowledge the accomplish- and Ch. Rendition’s ments of Cockers and Cockerites of the past, applaud Triple Play, represent the beauty and joy of the promise of the dogs of today, three generations of and dream of a healthy and happy future for all the same particolor family, and had all been top-ranked Flushing Spaniels. If hard work, determination, cooper- Cocker Spaniels as shown by Linda and Mike. ation, and good will can make those dreams happen, The teamwork of the Flushing Spaniel Show the future can only look bright and exciting for this sto- Committee members contributed to the great success of ried and esteemed Club as it moves forward in the 21st this year’s annual event. Members included: Dr. Bob century.

ASC Show Committee

Page 8 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Twin Pines Handsome Dude Ch. Coleman’s Gentleman Jack x Ch. Ashwood’s Cliffside Bloomer “Dudley”

ASCOB Best of Winners and First Award of Merit American Spaniel Club Flushing Spaniel Show January 5 – 7, 2007 “Thank you” to Breeder/Judge Marilyn O’Neill for this spectacular win, and to Jason Lynn for his beautiful presentation of Dudley.

Breeder/Owners: Ken Feller (Twin Pines) and Elena & Stephen Duggan (Cliffside) P.O. Box 46 • Pleasant Hill, Ohio 45359 • (937) 676-2274 [email protected] / [email protected]

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 9 Obedience and Rally Paula Emerick, Obedience/Rally Chair

Obedience and Rally brought us a wonderful entry of 110! Of the 8 Flushing Spaniel breeds, 7 were represented. This year we introduced Rally. Our judge, Mrs. Nancy Withers, was a delight to show to and the exhibitors and dogs really enjoyed themselves. They were all given stuffed toys donat- ed by Care-A-Lot Pet Supply. Trophies were crystal, silver and crate quilts. When you see the scores, remember that the highest score one can earn in Rally is 100!

Our high scoring dogs in each of the six classes were: • Rally Novice A - Score 98 Carrie Mogel with Abigail Pride Star, (English Springer Spaniel) • Rally Novice B - Score 100, Barbara Marsh with Sugarhill’s Wynsum Mariah, CD, MX, MXJ (Particolor Cocker Spaniel) • Rally Advanced A - Score 97 Francine LaMarr with Milro’s Dazzling Daydream RN (ASCOB Cocker Spaniel) • Rally Advanced B - Score 99 Linda Brennan with CH/MACH Briallu Love Her Madly, CDX, RE (Welsh High In Trial Springer Spaniel) These trials were very successful because of the excellent • Rally Excellent A - Score 98 Sisi Smith with Kay’s stewarding by Richard and Sandy Rohrbacher, Lori Carver, Briarpatch Bojangles, RA (Black Cocker Spaniel) Carolee Douglas, Jan Bibik, Phyllis Broderick, Terry Patton • Rally Excellent B - Score 100 Karen Schelling with MACH and Earl Emerick. My sincere thanks to these volunteers. Aubrey’s Jump For Joy, UD, RA, MX, MXJ (English Springer Spaniel) We look forward to next January and an even larger entry!

These dogs were very well trained and you could see all the President’s Message, continued… work the owners had put into their hobby. Obedience classes also demonstrated just how much work is put into training the dogs. Our judge was Mrs. Marie The first action of the 2007 Board of Directors was to fill the Board vacancy. When Dr. Clyde Shaw resigned, I became Huffman. All the dogs received rawhide bones, donated by President and Bruce Van Deman moved into the 1st Vice Care-A-Lot Pet Supply, and the trophies were crystal. Our President’s slot. This left the office of 2nd Vice President High In Trial dog, also High Scoring Cocker, was a Black vacant. The Board elected a current Board member, Julie Cocker owned by Kay Carr, Kay’s Double Destiny with a Virosteck, to serve as 2nd Vice President until the 2008 Annual score of 198 1/2. A perfect score in Obedience is 200. We Meeting and elected Linda Pitts to fill the resulting Director at also had the following high scoring breeds: Large position. Your 2007 Board of Directors will focus on simplification of the Futurity enrollment process – not changing any rules. Jane • Clumber Spaniel - Casmir’s Chasin My Dream handled by Harmon, Membership Chair, is working with the Companion Thomas McMillian Event Committee to produce a brochure to be distributed to cocker spaniel owners/exhibitors at conformation and per- • Welsh Springer Spaniel - CH Rwyn Heavens Telstar, CDX formance events. And the ASC Bulletin will be able to contin- handled by Adrienne Bancker ue to grow and provide you with additional information and educational pieces if you give it your advertising support. • English Cocker Spaniel - CH Springhill Sorceress handled Make your plans now to attend the Cocker Spaniel National by Anne Frost in Oklahoma City, July 19 through 22, 2007. Jan Taylor and her show committee are working to make this a show to remember. • High Scoring Veteran was Feinlyne Rachael, UD,NA,NAJ (Black Cocker Spaniel) with Mary Lindquist. This dog is Regards, 12 years old and scored a 189. She so enjoyed being back in the ring! Jane T. Williams, President, American Spaniel Club

Page 10 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. OFFICERS AND BOARD Flushing Spaniel Show Winners MEMBERS 2007 Full results are available on the ASC web site www.asc-cockerspaniel.org. President Jane T. Williams, 2023 Beverly Dr, Montgomery AL American Water Spaniels 36111-2701, 334-833-4534 V-days, 334-281-0075 V- evenings, 334-833-4307 F, [email protected] WB CH. GAMECRK-WATERWAY KYLEND’S JOYIA,CDX,RA,NA First Vice-President Owner: Avis Prior Bruce J. VanDeman, P.O. Box 57B, Balboa Island, CA Cocker Spaniels 92662, 216-533-2920, [email protected] Best In Futurity CUTTS ISLAND HONKY TONK WOMAN, Second Vice-President Julie Virosteck, 32307 Foothill Rd, Lucerne Valley, CA Owner, Mark Steffen & Randy Price 92356-8526, 760-248-2664 V, 760-248-2986 F, Best Opposite Sex/Best In Futurity FOLEY’S TWENTY FOUR, [email protected] Owner, Nancy Foley & Stephanie McAlister. Secretary Kathleen L. Patterson, P.O. Box 4194, Frankfort, KY WD (Black) SAN JO RETURN OF SATURN, 40604-4194, 502-352-4290 V, 502-352-4291 F, Owner, Jason Lynn & Sandra Bell. [email protected] WB (Black) LYDGATE LEAP OF FAITH, Treasurer Dr. Barbara Lippincott, 27515 Ascot St, Wesley Chapel Owner, Patricia Darke & Mary Walker. FL 33544-5476, 813-994-7567 V, 813-994-7498 F, WD (ASCOB) TWIN PINES HANDSOME DUDE, [email protected] Owner, Ken Feller & Stephen & Elena Duggan. Membership Chair Jane Harmon, 45 Ontario Dr, Hudson MA WB (ASCOB) ALAMARA’S GOOD AS GOLD, 01749-3132, 978-562-9696 V/F, [email protected] Owner, Penny T. Hoover. Directors, Class of 2008 WD (Parti) SAN JO’S BORN IDENTITY, Nancy L. Foley, 1940 N 650 E, Columbus IN 47203- 8302, 812-579-9193 V/F, [email protected] Owner, Sandra Bell. Bonnie Pike, 275 Packers Falls Rd, Durham, NH WB (Parti) DALIN N FOLKLORE’S I DA QUEEN, 03824-4402, 603-659-3597 V, [email protected] Owner, Beth Ann Correll & Linda Donaldson. Linda Pitts, P.O. Box 30269, Knoxville, TN 37930, 865-966-7867, [email protected] Clumber Spaniels Directors, Class of 2009 WD CLUSSEXX HAIL TO THE CHIEF, Bettie A. Campbell, 1088 Union Mill Rd, Mount Laurel, NJ Owner, Douglas Johnson & Jeane Haverick & Jamie Hubbard 08054-9564, 856-235-7517 V, 856-234-2439 F, WB CLUSSEXX GIRL NEXT DOOR, [email protected] Owner, Douglas A. Johnson & Jeane Haverick. Dee A. Torgerson, 62 North Granby Road, Granby CT 06035-2100, 860-653-9679 V, 860-757-5115 F, English Cocker Spaniels [email protected] WD MAJESTIC’S BRING IT ON, Calvin Ward, P.O. Box 9, Benoit, MS 38752-0009, Owner, Kay & Doug Belter. 662-742-3779, [email protected] Director, Zone I WB STAGE DOOR’S ALICE BLUE GOWN, Ximoara Larson, 1088 Neipsic Rd, Glastonbury, CT Owner, Cathy Ann Litwin & Barbara Penny. 06033-2604, 860-657-2753, [email protected]; Alternate Director: Linda Donaldson, 900 Upper Stump English Springer Spaniels Rd, Chalfont, PA 18914-1614, 215-249-1846, WD CERISE KING’S RANSOM, [email protected] Owner, Dorothy Cherry & Rosemary Fugit. Director, Zone II Tony Skinner, 3025 Three Bridge Rd, Powhatan, VA WB SEAVIEW’S THAT’S HOT, 23139, 804-598-9298, [email protected]; Owner, Cathleen & David Van Vorst. Alternate Director: Barbara Leatherman, 4500 NC Hwy 10 W, Newton, NC 28658-8797, 704-462-4443 Field Spaniels V, [email protected] WD FREEDOM’S CAPED CRUSADER, Director, Zone III Owner, Maureen G. Leland & Julie Jernstrom. Nancy J. Gallant, 7702 Division Dr, Battle Creek, MI WB NAUTICA’S MY FAIR LADY, 49014-9562, 269-979-2074 V, 269-979-2124 F, [email protected]; Alternate Director: Genea White Owner, Sara McAtee & Danielle K. Brewer. Jones, 11926 N 200 West, Fountaintown, IN 46130- 9510, 317-861-8801 V, [email protected] Sussex Spaniels WD CASTLE’S FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT, Director, Zone IV Donald B. Harris, P.O. Box 3016, Pasco, WA 99302- Owner, Danita Slatton & Brian Lester. 3016, 509-547-0400, [email protected]; WB THREE D VAN SAN WONDER WOMAN, Alternate Director: Quinn Ruvacava, 13831 Edwards St, Westminster, CA 92683, 714-901-1885, Owner, Dee Duffy. [email protected] Welsh Springer Spaniels Director, Zone V WD TRYSTYN’S BLUE RODEO, Sharon K. Elliott, 826 Dogwood Trl, Magnolia TX 77354-1747, 281-252-4006 V, 281-876-8405 F, 832- Owner, Sandra N. Holmes & Meghen Bassel. 636-8902 W, [email protected]; Alternate WB DON’S FLYING COLOURS, Director: Frances McCue, P.O. Box 2449, Victoria, TX Owner, Douglas Johnson & Karin Brostam & Annica Hogstrom & J. Haverick. 77902-2449, 361-573-5268, [email protected]

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 11 LEGISLATION UPDATE submitted by Carol Dixon ASC Canine Legislation Chair

What is the “Louisville Ordinance” and why do we oppose it? In January Louisville, Kentucky Mayor Jerry Abramson signed into effect a new Animal Ordinance containing over 91 pages. The provisions in the ordi- nance contain a pet limit, severe restrictions on the keeping of intact animals, licensing of in-home kennels, extreme differential licensing and vague definitions. That law started out as ‘BSL’, (breed specific legislation) with at least a years’ worth of terrorizing the public with the media’s sensationalized ‘pit bull attacks’ prior. In literally the very last hour it was turned into ANTI DOG legislation, sim- ply by striking a single line through the words ‘pit bull’, and leaving ONLY the word DOG. If you haven’t gone and LOOKED at the actual ordinance yet, I urge you to do so. http://www.louisville-pets.com/

This commission spent a YEAR writing the most onerous and strict set of con- trols to SAVE THE PUBLIC from the ‘menace’ of ‘PIT BULLS’. It TRULY IS NOT about ‘pit bulls’. It’s about YOUR dogs. What a STRATEGY! EVERYONE EVERYWHERE WATCH OUT for this! You can view the text at: http://www.louisville-pets.com/CH_91_ORD_2006_FINAL_SIGNED.pdf

The Louisville Kennel Club and many other concerned pet owners & organiza- tions worked extremely hard for the past year. The AKC became involved work- ing alongside these citizens. The vote came down to strict party lines, and the mayor’s signature signed it into law despite the fact he said it was a “work in progress!” The Louisville Cluster will go on as usual, though a match planned for the first of the year was cancelled. Some are urging exhibitors NOT to support the Louisville businesses, hotels and restaurants and let the Chamber of Commerce and those businesses know why. The Club needs our support & assets to pursue other legal avenues. Show and Pet Puppies New Mexico is facing a proposed STATEWIDE HEART-like mandatory Champions At Stud spay/neuter program and we look for these proposals to pop up all over. Not Wilson and Bonnie Pike 275 Packers Falls Rd. only do we need to be aware and be ready to fight but we need all the help we can Durham, NH 03824 603-659-3597 get from Cat Fanciers, rabbit breeders, 4-Her’s and the PET OWNING PUBLIC. cell 603-205-5434 www.silverhallcockers.com I think the general public “gets” PETA, but if you know of someone who does not send them to: http://www.activistcash.com/organization_overview.cfm

And tell them about the trial in N.C. for the PETA employees who killed the puppies & kittens they picked up supposedly to take to their shelter for adoption. They were caught tossing the bodies in a dumpster. http://www.consumerfreedom.com/news_detail.cfm/headline/3225

Our biggest threat, however, lies with The Humane Society of the United States, who has recently expanded into a force determined to curtail our animal use by means of legislation, thanks to our donations. THEY DO NOT OPERATE A SINGLE SHELTER! Tell every puppy buyer, friend, neighbor, acquaintance to CLIFFSIDE donate to your LOCAL shelter or national breed club rescue. Read about HSUS: COCKER SPANIELS http://www.activistcash.com/organization_overview.cfm Stephen and Elena Duggan 1756 Founders Hill South When the money dries up, so will they. Start educating others now, before Williamsburg,Virginia 23185 757-345-6633 ¥ [email protected] your area is targeted.

Page 12 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Therapy Dog Brings Joy to ZZOONNEE Young and Old … by owner Faith Jones NNEEWWSS cool fall day, a book Zone I. Director, Xiomara Larson, is and a silky red and planning a Zone I meeting on March white cocker spaniel, 31, 2007, at the Meadowbrook Cocker what could be better? Children at the Spaniel Club show. The time will be AOcean County Library are anxiously announced in the program. waiting their turn to read a story to To all the Zone One members: Jasmine who lays by each child, listen- I hope you are having a good ing and watching the pages of each winter. Please feel free to contact me special book. The session ends with with any ideas or about any issue that each child receiving a bookmark with concerns you. Put them in an index card with your name. Make plans Jasmine’s picture. We hope they also now to attend the Oklahoma City leave with a little more self confidence National . And don’t forget to save in their reading. and redeem your Purina circles to A sunny day in October, Jasmine help the Club and the Foundation. wears one of her fancy hats as she enthusiastically enters the Arbors Visit the ASC web site for all up-to- date information regarding your Senior Residence. Jasmine has been visiting here for the past seven Club. Xiomara years, She knows the routine and greets staff and residents, giving extra attention as she senses the need. It is amazing for me to be her Zone II. Director, Tony Skinner, has “sidekick” and watch her interact with everyone. scheduled a Zone II meeting in con- junction with the Carolina Cocker Jasmine, Champion Snowy River Charisma, CD, who is certified Club Specialties in Camden SC the with Therapy Dogs International, is an ambassador of our wonderful weekend of April 21 and 22. breed, as she shares her loving, sweet, upbeat personality with young and old. Zone III. Director, Nancy Gallant, has Volunteering with Jasmine in Therapy Dog activities provides me scheduled a Zone III meeting at the Mid Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club with the satisfaction of giving, as I spend time with my best buddy show on March 24th. showcasing her many talents. It is a winning opportunity.

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AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 13 Foundation Fundamentals From the desk of Dee Torgerson

The American Spaniel Club and American Spaniel Club Foundation, Working together to better our breeds.

Viva Las Vegas! It was a “Starry, Starry Night” at the American Autoimmune Spaniel Club Foundation Gala Casino Night held Saturday Pending Grant No. 722: January 6th in King of Prussia, PA. Thank you to all who attend- Autoimmune Disease Susceptibility in Dogs: Evaluation of Fcy-recep- ed the Gala and made it a star-studded event. A special thank tor Candidate Genes for (Auto-) Immune Mediated Anemia and you to Fred Rhea, who was our live auctioneer, and to our gam- Thrombocytopenia, ing table Sponsors: PI: Dr. Ina Pfeiffer; University of Kassel, Germany. AKC CHF funded $35,000 for one year. • Xiomara Larson - in honor of Ch. Hillside’s Black Jack • Stephanie Kaul – Samamari Abstract: • Kelli Smith - in memory of Gary Walker This research will open a new perspective in canine autoimmune • American Spaniel Club diseases if, similar to humans, a genetic correlation between • Eileen White - Cocker Classic Magazine affected animals and certain FcR-alleles are identified. With the • Coy & Adri Grimes - Coldry Cockers established Fc-receptor primer set, screening of other autoim- • Canine Chronicle Magazine mune disease with a genetic background will be possible. If our • Jamey and Beate Pruitt, PBJ Cockers and Betty McClendon, experimental approach will be successful, Cocker Spaniel and B-Mac’s Cockers Irish Red breeders will have a genetic test to identify dogs • Cocker Spaniel Club of Rhode Island and Connecticut with a predisposition for immune-mediated diseases. Westchester Cocker Spaniel Club Furthermore, for other dog breeds a genetic testing might be pos- • Ron & Kathryn Smith - Ka-Ron Cockers sible because of a high identity of relevant genes. • Cocker Spaniel Club of Las Vegas • Cocker Spaniel Club of Orange County who sponsored two ASCF Funded $4,000 tables Vaccine Reactions Through all of your contributions made by “Spending for Pending Grant No. 759: Spaniels” at the Gala event, live and silent auctions, the 50/50 raf- Investigation of Antigenic Causes of Vaccine Associated Allergic fle (won by Sandy Bell), the silent auctions held each day at the Reactions in Dogs, ASCF table, and Contributions to the Michael Allen Memorial PI: Dr. George Moore, Purdue University. Fund the American Spaniel Club Foundation raised approxi- AKC CHF Funded: $43,624 for two years. mately $17,000 which will go directly to helping our Cocker Spaniels live better lives thru health research and rescue! Abstract: Allergic reactions are the most common adverse event associated At The American Spaniel Club Foundation’s Annual meeting, the with vaccination in dogs. Recent research has demonstrated that board put your worthy donations to work. Our Grants small dogs in general, and several specific breeds, are at higher Chairman, Bobbie Kolehouse, gave us an incredible list of studies risk for these reactions. Laboratory studies have shown that nor- to review for grant consideration. Based on the results and out- mal dogs make antibodies against many vaccine components, comes of the BreedCare Canine Health Survey, completed by ASC even though they may not show an allergic reaction immediately members, the board heard your concerns with the following following vaccination. Although the specific cause of allergic issues in our Cocker Spaniels. reactions in dogs remains unknown, vaccine components resid- ual from the manufacturing process have been incriminated. The ASCF board has authorized $10,000 to be issued to the Using serum from dogs of high-risk breeds, this study will com- grants listed below. pare antibody concentrations in dogs demonstrating allergic reactions versus antibody concentrations in dogs of the same ACORN Chronic Ear Infection study—NEW breed that don’t have reactions. From this study, vaccine compo- The Committee recommended funding a new ACORN grant nents that stimulate allergic reactions will be identified, prompt- through the AKC CHF to look at chronic ear infections in Cocker ing vaccine manufacturers and/or the USDA (as regulating Spaniels and how it relates to other systemic disease (i.e. immune agency) to remove or reduce these substances and improve the system problems or thyroid disease) based on information report- safety of canine vaccines. ed by veterinarians and as evidenced in the CS-Comprehensive Breed Health Survey. More than a mechanical problem, chronic ASCF Funded $1,000 ear infections in Cockers often result from a breed unique feature that increases the number of wax glands in their ear canals that Got Questions or Ideas? spiral out of control quickly and do not subside after the infection Contact Dee Torgerson at [email protected] is gone. or Julie Virosteck at [email protected]

ASCF Funded $5,000 Give back to the breed that has given so much to you!

Page 14 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 BreedCare programs reach to Cocker owners by Bobbie Kolehouse, ASCF Director and Chair of the Grants Committee

ocker spaniel owners throughout the world are interest- Another facet of the BreedCare programs is Breeder ed in doing what they can to provide their dogs with Education. Technological changes are constantly coming quality lives. People are thoughtful about breeding deci- down the pipeline and the Breeder Education program part- sions, health screening tests, and raising puppies to be well ners with the ASC Breeder Education and Purina to provide adapted,C outgoing individuals. expert speakers on health issues, applied breeding concepts, But when a problem appears, breeders and owners are sur- and training. The most recent presentation was by Dr. Jerold prised and disheartened. They go in search of answers, solu- Bell, Tufts University who spoke on applied genetics using tions…anything that can help make sense of the loss. information from the CBHS and from the membership. Copies While there have been sporadic attempts at collecting infor- of his presentation are available on DVD and can be ordered mation on the status of breed health, in the mid-‘90’s some- through the ASCF website. thing of a national movement appeared, led primarily by the Part of this effort is the BreedCare: Club Liaison Network late Dr. George Padgett DVM who lectured, consulted and Project. Coordinated by Bill Mixon, the project is based on an advocated for evidence based information—not myths. In his internet based network of liaisons appointed by their ASC book, “Control of Canine Genetic Diseases,” he laid out clear affiliated clubs, or outside the U.S., by the national parent program goals for breeders and parent clubs to begin to club. There are more than 25 liaisons from clubs throughout address the real needs of a given breed and stop the guessing. the world. Health and behavioral information is shared The American Spaniel Club Foundation, working with a among the group, who in turn are advocates for the breed in diverse group of ASC members interested in Cocker health, their club, community, and nation. began to pull together a framework for getting a view first of From the breeder perspective to the scientific research com- the current status of Cocker health, and in a unique format not munity, the BreedCare programs provide relevant information found online, a tool for gathering data across time that gives on Cocker health, resources for research, and ways for Cocker breeders the opportunity to gauge progress and be alert to owners to participate in studies. emerging conditions. Developed in the ASCF Scientific A recent development of the Scientific Research Committee Research Committee, it provides timely information to the is a new group of Research Study Coordinators who facilitate ASCF Grants Committee to use when considering where participation in ASCF approved studies. Current coordinators research dollars need to be placed. are Debi Rudman who coordinates ASC participation in the The Cocker Spaniel-Comprehensive Breed Health Survey United Kingdom Eye Research study, and Laurie Ferland who was launched in 2001 and today there are 790 Cockers entered coordinates the ASCF supported CHIC Eye Report by 499 owners including 81 ASC members. The confidential Reimbursement project. More than 400 swab kits for the eye online program was developed and is managed by independ- study have been mailed to Cocker owners. ent data manager, Larry Hopkins. In 2003 it was gifted by This group will expand with new coordinators for some ASCF at no cost to any purebred dog club and several have of the recently funded studies on chronic ear infections, used it to develop their own online health information collec- autoimmune diseases, and vaccinations, as well as ASCF tion. supported studies on liver disease, cancer, and thyroid From this project grew the BreedCare program, Banking dysfunction. On Our Future, Cocker DNA Bank Project. The DNA Bank is To safeguard the health of Cocker Spaniels beyond our life- a private effort and provides a ready research resource. DNA time the ASC and ASCF established the Michael Allen is taken from blood or tissue samples and stored at the Veterinary Student Scholarship. Funding for the scholarship University of Missouri in the lab of Dr. Gary Johnson. The first came from the sale of the original watercolor paintings donat- DNA bank established at the university belonged to the ed by Michael to the ASCF. The paintings were used in the English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association, and was the 2004 Cocker Cuties Calendar that raised more than $20,000 for model used for the ASCF bank. the ASC Breeder Education programs. In addition Calendars The project is a collaborative one between ASC and ASCF. were donated to ASC affiliated rescue groups who used them ASC Health Chair, Dr. Marge Saari and Project Coordinator, to support their local rescue work. The entire project netted Carol Rutherford, RN, coordinate onsite DNA Collection approximately $25,000. Clinics at all national events. The project is supported by the With more than $5,000 in the scholarship fund, the Grants ASCF to off set the $10 per dog cost for submission until there Committee is working to award the first award of $2,500 this are 1,000 Cockers in the bank. This past January was the first year. Graduate students in a DVM or PhD program at an time the Clinic was open to other spaniel breeds, who agreed accredited school of veterinary medicine in the U.S. are eligi- to share expenses. There are approximately 400 individual ble to apply through their school. A second scholarship will be Cockers in the DNA Bank today. awarded in 2009.

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 15 WE DON’T READ! SPORTING GROUP 3RD Olga K. Evelyn ASC went 3rd in the Sporting Group at the Amunique AKC/Eukanuba Invitational Dog Show Meet the Breeds booth competition! Special thanks to all et me first say that I am guilty of NOT READING. who volunteered their time and talent: Patti Auld Since there seems to be so many other things that L take precedence in my very busy life, when I get and Lisa Pino with Sarah; Sharon Rogers with reading material (including club info) in the mail, I will Nillie and Manny; Debbie, Brock and Ashley Roper glance through it, put it down and then go back to it a few weeks (if not longer) later. Of course, this is not a with Porsche; Quinn Ruvacava with Diamond; good habit. Julie and Kevin Virosteck with Catcher, Rudee and I, like many of you, am very concerned about the Sophie; abd Kathy Watson with Kaylee. overall health of our cocker spaniel. At ASC I got into a conversation about the Foundation and the funding of health research rather than one particular health issue – eye problems. I called Dee Torgerson, who is on the board of the Foundation. Before I tell you her response, I want to say that Dee volunteered her services to the Foundation because she didn’t feel that she/we, the membership, was getting the information needed to jus- tify supporting the Foundation. From my conversation with Dee I concluded that as with everything in life it all comes down to the almighty dollar. Rather than inde- pendently commissioning research, like other wealthy national clubs have done, we work in concert with the AKC health foundation and now the Animal Health Trust in England looking for a DNA marker for Top left: Meet the cataracts. In this way, another organization pays the Breeds booth bulk of the cost and we assist. How do we assist? Here’s where the reading comes in, if we READ our last Bulletin, we would know that by participating in Top right:Sharon the CHIC/CERF program, we are loading a database with Sarah and with info on our cockers for the researchers. I agree, Manny that to CERF our dogs, there will be an added cost but it didn’t inconvenience us in any way, we’re helping our Left: Kevin with breed research and we can get a refund. Yes, a refund. ASCF is offering a refund, up to five dogs when we Catcher CERF. Have I triggered your interest???? If I did, you have to READ your bulletin to get the details. The foundation did a beautiful brochure on their services and goals. Did you read it? It was written for JANUARY 2008 SHOW NEWS ALL cocker owners. Again, here’s how we can help. It’s not too early to plan to be at the Valley Forge Every cocker you sell as a pet, the owner should receive Convention Center next January for the Flushing Spaniel a brochure on the Foundation. Now that isn’t too much Show. Dates for 2008 are Friday, January 4 through to ask is it? Sunday, January 6, with move-in Thursday, January 3. So let’s make a resolution to READ before we put our Cocker Spaniel Judges (subject to AKC approval) mouths in gear. Just like “form follows function,” Dale Ward – Black Cocker Spaniels “knowledge follows reading”. Hey, I like that. I just Bill Mixon – ASCOB Cocker Spaniels made it up! Rita Crowe – Parti-Color Cocker Spaniels Laura Heidrich – Futurity

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THE ASC COCKER SPANIEL NATIONAL SPECIALTY Free continen- SHOW VISITOR INFORMATION tal breakfast and newspaper. Level Mark your calendars and plan to be in Oklahoma City full hookups, (where the first Cocker Spaniel National was held in 1977) pull-through for this year’s National Specialty. Beautiful site, warm spaces. 14 show- weather and hospitality, fun activities. ers for women and 14 for men, The July 2007 ASC Cocker Spaniel National will be held at large clean rest- the Cox Business Services Convention Center in downtown rooms, 2 laundro- Oklahoma City, OK. mats, heated and cov- ered pool, hot tub, club room, public phones. Only minutes Move-In: July 18 – site available to exhibitors at 1:00 p.m. from OKC attractions. RV dealer with propane and repair Show dates: July 19 through July 22, 2007 across the street. 126 shaded, pull-though spaces, cable TV. Good Sam discount. Instant telephone sites are available for HOST HOTEL an additional $24.00. Fees $22.00 daily through ASC, with Sheraton Hotel, Oklahoma City other club discounts also available. The Sheraton Oklahoma City Hotel is connected to the Cox Business Services Convention Center and most of downtown JUDGES (subject to AKC approval) by an underground concourse, making it the city’s premier Edie Allyn - Agility business and meeting hotel. The hotel is one block from the Tracy Lynn Carroll – Futurity, Stripped Competition historic Bricktown area, full of unique shops, dining and Ronette (Ronnie) DeClerck – ASCOB and Veteran entertainment. Sweepstakes Betty Duding – Best of Breed For reservations call 1-800-325-3535.(Be sure to mention ASC Dick Duding – Parti-Color to get the discount rate) Sandra Lex – Black and Junior Showmanship Diane J. Propst – Obedience & Rally The ASC rate for all rooms is $119.00 regardless of occupancy. Nancy D. Simmons – Obedience & Rally Deadline for reservations at this rate is June 17, 2007, 12:00 AM. Early reservations are advised. AGILITY – Cockers Only – Thursday and Friday Bricktown, Oklahoma City 330 runs per day, entry method: first received; opening date, http://www.bricktownokc.com/index.shtml May 2, 2007; closing date, June 27, 2007. Bricktown is a tourist attraction that provides residents and visitors to Oklahoma City with an outstanding place to dine, Chair: Sandy Roland to enjoy exciting AAA baseball at the Southwestern Bell 636-677-2446 Bricktown Ballpark, to stroll along the Bricktown Canal where you can view the Bricktown Mosaic Murals or to just Trial Secretary: Mary Johnson enjoy people-watching! P.O. Box 40 Kaufman, TX 75142-0040 AIRPORT INFORMATION 972-962-8941 V Will Rogers World Airport is located approximately 15 min- 972-932-3787 F utes from Cox Convention Center [email protected] (email)

ROCKWELL RV PARK Agility trial premium list will be posted online at the follow- 720 S. Rockwell, 73128 (405) 787-5992 ing: www.dogeventsonline.com (Dog Events Online), [email protected] www.agilityforums.com, www.agilityevents.net, and http://www.campingfriend.com/RockwellRVPark/default. www.agilityability.com. asp?file=Home

Page 18 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Chair Sandy Roland says, “I hope you and your friends will many breeders and handlers in the country to perfect her consider it worth coming for two days of Agility. We have skills. Edie Allyn as our judge and lots of great trophies, including Jodi finished the 2002 season ranking number one in the a chance to win $200 in cash! Much more information will be country. She won Best American Groomer in 2005 and 2006. available soon. We are working hard to make these two days She was the World Grand Champion of the Oster Invitational of cockers only agility a really worth while event. There will Tournament of Champions in 2005. Jodi traveled with be Special Parades for Rescued Cockers with Agility Titles, GroomTeam USA to Barcelona Spain in 2004, and received a Retired Cockers with Agility Titles, and Cockers with Agility gold and bronze medal helping the team bring home the sil- Titles. Beautiful rosettes (different for each parade) with ver medal. Jodi will be competing in Milan, Italy in 2007. your dog’s name and agility titles in gold, along with a spe- She is a National Grooming Consultant for the Andis Clipper cial memento are offered for these parades. See details in pre- Company. Jodi speaks on various topics in the pet industry mium list.” and judges grooming competitions as well. www.puppys- pamobilegrooming.com

Handling: Part I: Start off with a round table discussion to get answers to your questions about the dogs you present in the ring – how to improve your breeding, grooming, and presentation skills. Get breeder/handler/judge perspectives about what turns them off.

Enter the Owners-only Match. This fun packed learning experience will let you test your skills and get feedback from three individuals with a combined total of 60+ years in the breed.

FUNDRAISING (T-shirts and raffle) Linda Moore, chair 214-654-9611 [email protected]

ADVERTISING Mary Napper 817-221-9078 303-253-9078 (Fax) [email protected]

Can you help make a Cocker Spaniel’s A catalog ADVERTISING CONTRACT is on page 28. Dreams Come True? Please Consider Sponsoring an Agility Trophy— We Need Your Help! For details about making an agility trophy donation, please contact Karen Campbell at [email protected] or 214-495-8557. Thank you!

Education Programs Grooming: With the ever growing interest in the cut-down classes now offered at our ASC show, we are thrilled that Jodi Murphy, Master Pet Stylist, has agreed to come to ASC and present a grooming demonstration of the puppy-cut. She is a four-time member of GroomTeam USA, and ranked within the top four groomers in the country. She has won multiple Best In Shows awards with her Cocker Spaniels. She has studied under

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 19 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB HALL OF FAME The Hall of Fame is an activity of the Archival Committee and honors former or current members of the American Spaniel Club who have made a significant contribution to the organization or to the Cocker Spaniel breed.

2007 Inductees to the Hall of Fame…

Kay and Larry Hardy established their Hob Nob Hill Kennels in the 1950’s. The typical Hob Nob Hill cocker was well up on leg with a short, hard back and beauti- ful, plush head. A gifted artist, Kay, brought her sense of balance and style to creating a line of Cocker Spaniels, which became readily identifiable. The influ- ence of these dogs comes down to this day through their two pre-potent dogs, Ch. Hob Nob Hill’s Hob Nobber (sire of 38 champions) and his son Ch. Hob Nob Hill’s Tribute. In “A Century of Spaniels’’ Volume II, Norman Austin refers to Tribute as ‘a true pillar of the breed’. He sired 54 black and black and tan champions; they include Betty Durland’s Ch. Dur-Bet’s Knight to Remember and Ch. Dur-Bet’s Pick the Tiger. Pick the Tiger in turn sired Edna Anselmi’s great producer, Ch. Windy Hill’s ‘tis Demi’s Demon. Early on the Hardy’s became very active in the Cocker Spaniel Breeders’ Club of New England. Kay Hardy, Jill Ozechowski, Bill Gorodner, Wilima Parker Having held just about every office in the club, they can be credited with guiding it through good times and bad for several decades. In the 1970’s, as hereditary problems were coming to the fore, they introduced one of the first annual eye clinics to be held in the area, for which they imported Dr. Lionel Rubin, then Chief of Ophthalmology at the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School. This eye clinic (with Dr. Rubin) continues to this day sponsored by the Cocker Spaniel Breeders’ Club of New England. Larry and Kay Hardy were inducted the Hall of Fame for Contributions to the Breed.

Michael Allen’s commitment and dedication to the Cocker Spaniel, as a breeder, club member and respected mem- ber of the purebred dog community worldwide, positioned her as a qualified candidate for the American Spaniel Club Hall of Fame. Renowned as a photographer and artist, Ms. Allen edited and published multiple award-winning publications including The Magazine for 20 years, and the compendium, The American Cocker Book. Ms. Allen’s contribution to the American Spaniel Club spans almost five decades. These include: • Drawings for the award winning ASC original Blue Book • Creation and donation of 13 original watercolor paintings used in the American Spaniel Club 2004 Cocker Cuties Calendar fundraiser, a self funded project that raised more than $20,000 for breeder education programs • Watercolors were auctioned by the ASC-F to establish the Michael Allen Veterinary Student Scholarship fund, now at $5,500 base

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• Creation and donation of the original drawing given in recognition of Cocker Spaniels earning the presti- gious, Ruby Memorial Award

In the wider purebred dog world, Michael Allen was noted for her artwork illustrating the covers of books and magazines worldwide. Her portraits of top winning champions in numerous breeds, but for Cockers, she immortalized fluid movement of the sporting spaniel with her photo of the Ch. Kamp’s Kaptain Kool. Future breed fanciers and purebred dog aficionados will recognize the depth of contribution and commit- ment Ms. Allen has given to the American Spaniel Club through her generous sharing of her incredible talent. She has earned her place in the American Spaniel Club Hall of Fame for her many Contributions to the Organization and to the sport of purebred dogs. 1999 Photo, L to R, Louise Milner, ASC President; Ellen Roberts, Polly Swanson accepted the HOF award on behalf of Futurity Judge; Michael Allen; Jessica DeSanto, Agent; Alan Michael’s life partner, John Garrison, who was unable to Kloss, Show Chair. attend.

Ella Borland Moffit was born in Sept 1889 and died in Dec of 1945. She bred, trained and han- dled Cocker Spaniels under the Rowcliffe pre- fix. She titled dogs in conformation, obedience, and Field work, and was an AKC Judge. Mrs. Moffit served on the ASC Board and constantly worked to create awareness of the cocker spaniel as a companion and that conformed to the breed standard. She was a founding member of the Hunting Cocker Spaniel Club known today as The Cocker Spaniel Field Trial Club of America that is still active. Mrs. Moffit wrote the first comprehensive Jeanne & Park Benjamine, Jill Ozechowski, Bill Gorodner, Wilma Parker breed book in 1935, The Cocker Spaniel: “Companion, Shooting Dog and Show Dog.” Long out of print, it remains a mainstay on the bookshelf of every serious student of the breed. She also wrote “Elias Vail Trains Gun Dogs.” In 1997 Mrs. Moffit was inducted into the ASC Hall of Fame in recognition of her contributions to the breed. Although her dogs, her club work and her devotion to the breed were always visible, Ella herself was never cap- tured on film. There were no photos of her on file and it was this past summer that the Spaniel Sleuths went on a mission to find photos of Ella. We learned details of her life that included being a debutant in NY society, to volun- teer work where she met and married New York surgeon, Albert Rowcliffe Moffit. Ella’s sister Maud Rives Borland married into the family of Chief Justice, Salmon P. Chase. Maud and her hus- band, Justice Franklin Chase Hoyt were the parents of Beatrix. Following Ella and her sister’s life trail we were led to Park Benjamin III, Ella’s great nephew. We found him through his mother, Beatrix’s obituary published in a local newspaper and online. We wrote to Park to learn more and he generously shared stories and original family snap-

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 21 Hall of Fame continued… shots of this time A Note from the of Mrs. Moffit’s life so laced through- out our cultural history. Ella was the cor- Secretary... nerstone for the development of  spaniels as hunt- ing dogs in the This time votes were received from 156 members and United States, but specialty clubs. Your votes were counted at the especially the University of Kentucky Extension Service the morning I development of left for the Flushing Spaniel Show. Because the votes Cocker Spaniels. tabulated for the nominees were so close, the ballots New Hamburg NY. “The Lea” about This was an were recounted by three ASC members at the show, 1927. L to R, Ella’s Nieces, Constance incredible woman and Beatrix Hoyt, Parti cocker with President Jane Williams observing. Results were: unknown pulling together Rita Crowe, 68 votes; Bob Ennis, 65 votes; David fragments of inter- Flanagan, 53 votes; Laura Heidrich, 95 votes; Toni Mills, est and support to promote the Cocker Spaniel in con- 56 votes; Bill Mixon, 73 votes; Polly Swanson, 64 votes; text of its heritage as the smallest of the sporting Dale Ward, 85 votes. spaniels. Park Benjamin III and his wife Jeanne attended the I want to thank you for the opportunity to serve as annual meeting to share in our tribute to Ella B Moffitt ASC Secretary. This year has been a learning experi- and to re-induct her with all honors to the ASC Hall of ence. I understand now how former secretaries spent Fame. 70 hours a week dealing with the volume of work. It is MUCH greater than I anticipated. I am still going through the Secretary’s files and trying to either update the material or archive the files. I hope to come close this year to completing the task that Dot Mustard start- ed several years ago. We have published an Annual Report and four issues of the Bulletin, all of which have been well received. We have several exciting topics that will be explored in future Bulletins this year. But the expansion of the Bulletin can only continue if it becomes self-supporting – and that can only happen with your advertising pro- viding the support. I want to thank those ASC mem- bers who supported the Club by taking business card ads beginning in the November Bulletin and ask the rest of you to consider doing the same. There is now regu- lar advertising available in the Bulletin and I hope you will consider supporting your Club in this way. If you have questions or problems during the coming year, please contact me. I look forward to your input.

Standing Ella B Moffit and Justice Franklin Chase Hoyt; Front Kathy row sitting, L to R, woman unidentified, children, Beatrix and Constance (nieces) and Ella’s sister Maud Rives Borland Hoyt

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ndia: there are few places in the world which bring to granted multiple entry for up to 6 months. When hearing of mind images as exotic, colorful and mysterious. So with my plans friends and family had mixed reactions of equal I great excitement and not a little trepidation I stepped off parts “That’s incredible!” and “What the hell are you think- a plane into the city of Bangalore nearly 2 months ago. I had ing?” But I chose to take the road less-traveled and a been given what I considered an amazing opportunity — an chance for adventure. eight week working holiday showing my breed, Cocker Called ‘The Garden City” and Asia’s “Silicon Valley,” Spaniels, across the sub-continent of Asia. Having never Bangalore is situated in the state of Karnataka in southern been so far abroad, I was intrigued about the chance to expe- India. It is a center of technology and industry and many rience life on that side of the planet. American companies have set up bases of operation there. I was to handle dogs for Amit Gowda of Amrolyn Kennels. The last time you called network support for your PC, Although primarily a breeder of Great Danes, Amit is a bud- chances are your call was diverted to one of the city’s numer- ding American Cocker ous high-rise call centers. enthusiast. Earlier this And the designer clothes year he visited Michael you bought in the mall may Gadsby’s Afterglow very well have been made Kennels in England, and in Bangalore. Tommy didn’t leave until he made Hilfiger, Banana Republic, arrangements to purchase a and United Colours are just buff male, CH Afterglow a few of the brands who Bugalugs, and a black and outsource the manufactur- tan daughter of “Douglas ing of their clothing lines Fashion.” These would be here. In the past 6 years, the FIRST Cockers to be the city has seen its popula- exhibited on the Indian tion soar due in part to this show circuit, and the begin- western influx and nings of a small breeding Bangalore’s year-round program for Amit. I am moderate climate. not sure what was harder for me to get my head around: that Industry has added to the city’s diversity, and its diversity to the country had never seen a Cocker Spaniel, or that India its cultural offerings. Here you can find a wide range of fab- had an actual show circuit! ulous restaurants, spacious parks, modern theater, and prime Since this is a new breed by local standards, and requires shopping destinations. skillful grooming, Amit began to look for a foreign handler My flight from London was smooth and Amit was waiting experienced in Cockers who would be able to come to India for me at the airport when I arrived. The ride home gave me and stay for the show season. The idea was to get someone to my first taste of driving in India. It was eye-opening to say show the dogs, and also to train him and his kennel staff how the least! Apparently just about anything goes on the roads to properly care for and trim the coats. That’s where I came here as long as you A) don’t hit anyone, B) don’t get hit by in. Amit assured me that everything I needed would be pro- anyone, and most importantly C) don’t hit the free-range vided. I would be a guest in Amit’s home and have a driver cows wandering in and out of traffic. They are considered available during the week if I wanted to venture around the sacred in Hinduism, and most have full access to graze on city. The details were quickly and easily finalized. As an garbage and patches of grass among the city streets. American, obtaining a VISA was a simple matter. I was Otherwise it seemed like free-style driving. The streets were

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for the ring. Dog shows in India date back to the early 1900’s and are held under the authority of of India. Headed by Chairman Mr. S. Pathy, the KCI awards Challenge Certificates in dogs and bitches for each of its rec- ognized breeds, much like the system in place in the UK. Due to extremes of weather and lack of indoor venues, India has a show season of 4- 5 months held during its winter (November until March.) There are shows virtually every weekend, and I was surprised to find out that some week- ends had as many as 3 choices of where to enter. Show entries average 500 or less, and the working breeds dominate in numbers. Dobermans, Great Danes, GSDs, and Boxers consistently make up the highest breed entries. Labradors congested with compact cars, motorbikes, and auto-rick- are also popular. I attended only the first half of the season, shaws set to a symphony of blaring horns. Pedestrians non- and our schedule took us to the cities of Hyderabad (twice), chalantly crossed the streets into the path of oncoming busses, confident that the oncoming traffic would slow down just in time. Women on motorcycles wore helmets and saris, and weaved fearlessly through the stop and go traffic with what seemed to be a sixth-sense of just how close they can get without crashing. In time I came to realize that there actually was a method to all the madness, but for the duration of my stay I opted to remain a spectator. Amit’s mother greeted us at the door and had prepared a fabulous Indian meal. Looking like Indian royalty in a flow- ing gown with long black hair pulled back with a gold clip, Anitha is the Queen of her home and kitchen, and makes a mean naan bread. She’s an amazing chef and can make thousands of traditional Indian dishes from memory. A couple of times each week she visits the local farmer’s market Exhibitor at the Bangalore show to buy fresh locally-grown produce, meats and buffalo milk. It seems that India has been shopping organically for ages. I Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), Chennai (formerly Madras), as could sense right away that the food would be a highlight of well as an FCI show in Bangkok. the trip and I was not disappointed. We were scheduled to leave for our first show the next Next I took a tour and met the dogs in Amit’s kennel. morning. Our flight to the city of Hyderabad was only an His facilities were amazing and a great deal of time and hour long, but to drive there could easily have taken 10 or thought went into their construction. A group of 10 or so more due to poor roads and traffic congestion. The Andhra kennel staff see to it that everything is neat and tidy and that Pradesh Kennel Club was founded in 1945, and the dogs are comfortable when Amit is away. Everything each year it hosts 4 all breed events. The venue was out- needed to keep dogs fit and healthy was there: from spacious doors, as are all the shows here. Around 300 dogs were runs to a doggie swimming pool, and even a veterinarian judged in two giant 60’x60’ rings (per KCI rules), by two table with complete surgical equipment in case a c-section judges, Mrs Leela Ratnam of India and Mrs Betty Steptovich needed to be performed. Needless to say I was impressed. of Australia. Each ‘ring’ was considered a show, with After watching the dogs run in the paddock I decided we a single judge judging each breed, group and best. This way would concentrate on the buff male, Bugsy, at the first week- of doing things made for long days. Most shows don’t con- end’s show. Of the two he was the most mature and ready clude Best until nearly 9pm. Around the perimeter of the

Page 24 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 An Indian Adventure, continued… rings was a long line of tents which are rented out by exhibitors for shade and grooming space, similar to the stabling areas seen at horse shows. Without any electri- cal hook-ups available on the show grounds, I bathed Bugsy in the room early that morning and hoped I would be able to keep him clean throughout the long day. It was an unusual concept after years of showing Cockers in the US, where we are able to spray and blow dry the coats whenever needed. My other big concern was the weather, but despite a climbing temperature throughout the afternoon, inside the tent was cool. A clip-on crate fan and a steady breeze kept the air circulating and Bugsy comfortable. Ring procedure was basically the same as at our shows in America and elsewhere. As the only American Cocker, our Grooming Bugsy breed judging was a quick in-and-out. It did count for a Challenge Certificate nonetheless. Then almost immediately think that more newcomers in America could benefit from we were back in for Gundog group competition, and won sticking around to watch other breeds and group judging. first in that ring, and later in the other ring as well. Around There is always something to learn, and the reality is that you 8pm the judging of Best in Show began, one judge’s ring at a can’t fully grow as a breeder or handler by watching your time. This is where our systems differ the greatest. Group breed only. first through third are called in by group order, and lined up Since Cockers are considered “new” in India, at each show according to placing. From the 21 dogs in the ring, only we were a source of great interest from spectators and those still undefeated are able to win Best. After that Reserve exhibitors alike. The sight of a Cocker in full coat caused a Best all the way to 8th BIS is chosen from any of the dogs left. frenzy wherever we went on the grounds. All day long large Each dog was checked in by the stewards, and the judge did crowds of people wanted to pose for a picture, and snap a a quick exam of each, usually doing a down and back as well. shot of him on their cell phone cameras. Children shouted Then the scores and notes were written, and all the dogs were “Uncle! Uncle! What’s his name?” and “What dog is that, excused from the ring. The same procedure took place again Boss?” The local news wanted interviews and a photo ses- immediately following, now under the day’s second judge. sion. And our new “fans” were always there to cheer us on At the end of tabulating final points, the judge took a micro- each time we entered the ring. It was chaotic at times, espe- phone and thanked the club, exhibitors, and so on. Then in reverse order each dog was called to the front, 8th up to 1st Best in Show. If that sounds confusing you are correct. Not only did it take quite a while to get the dogs in the ring and organized, keeping them standing for that long was tiring. To make things more interesting random spectators and pushy photographers frequently entered the ring during judging to snap close-up pics of dogs in line! When the results were called out we were excited to learn we’d been awarded Best in both rings! There was also the award given for Best Indian-bred, and it was obviously a proud and sentimental victory for each winner judging by the reaction of the handlers and crowd. I was skeptical about 8 BIS winners at a time, but I think that it gives encouragement for those new to the shows to stick around for the entire day and even have a shot at a higher Grooming area placement. In that respect it’s not such a bad idea, and I

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Most kennels I visited were good by US-standards, and a couple were amazing. The dogs were treated with the same care and affection they receive from us at home. A big obsta- cle breeders face is the fact that so many breeds are few in number and many not represented at all. Starting a breeding program without importing a dog or two can be difficult with no selection of stud dogs in the country. A few owners had sent bitches to be mated in the US and Australia. Some have purchased and brought bitches into India in whelp, but many breeders abroad are skeptical to get involved in such arrange- ments. However the Indian breeders I met were as passion- ate about dogs as their fellow countrymen are about cricket, and I suspect that as time goes by we will see India become recognized as a world-player in this international sport. cially when we wanted him to get some rest in his crate. I I had been apprehensive about diving headfirst into a new thought it was a tribute to the breed and his great character culture when I arrived, but I learned that those feelings were that “Bugsy” not only withstood the poking and prodding nothing more than fear of the unknown. My hosts could not but loved every minute. have been kinder or more generous. Ravi and Anitha Gowda, With this weekend under my belt I was able to get an idea along with Amit and his brother Adit made my trip enjoyable about what to expect from the rest of the show circuit as far and always saw to it that I was having a good time. I met so as routine. Many of the shows had Australian judges on the many great people at the shows, and the Indian breeders and panels. At Bangalore Canine Club George Murray from the handlers were really kind to me and supportive of the new US did working breeds and a Doberman specialty. I under- breed in their rings. Many of them read the dog papers from stand he awarded the latter to a bitch bred in India, and gave around the world, and know what is going on in our scene at an impromptu albeit brief handling clinic in the ring follow- home. After a show one night a group of 10 of us went out for ing judging. Neither went unappreciated by the locals. I a late dinner. Actually it was not late by Indian standards; 10:30 is a perfectly respectable hour. Most of the guys were found that having to chance to talk to other Westerners on the speaking Kannada, the local language. Even though I didn’t weekends was something I looked forward to. I met a know exactly what was being said, I could make out that they British couple at one show who are living in Sri Lanka for were reliving the day’s show, celebrating wins, and gossip- work. They are owners of a Standard and try to get ing. It suddenly occurred to me that I have been at this same to as many of the Indian shows as they can. I even met a lady dinner table a million times before, in different countries, from Asheville, NC, who was “called upon to live in India” with different characters. It made me realize how small the by her “spiritual master Sri Sathya Sai Baba.” She manages world really is, and how much we in the dog game have in to show a Saluki bitch in her off-time. common regardless of what side of the world we live on. Each trip began with an early flight the morning before the show, and a return on the following Monday. Due to the late finish each Sunday I wondered how difficult it must be for those who drive and have to set off for a long journey home so late at night. But just like our dog community at home, there is a passion for dogs here that keeps the breeders, own- ers, and handlers coming back each week despite the difficul- ties. India is on the verge of explosion in the dog game. This year alone over 300 show dogs were imported there from several countries. Many of the group winners were imports, and I wasn’t the only handler “imported” for the season. Several people I met have been to Westminster and as well as World Shows in Europe and the Australian Royals.

Page 26 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Congratulations ADVERTISE YOUR KENNEL SUPPORT YOUR CLUB Life Members see page 35 for advertising details Congratulations to the new ASC Life Members Peter Morrow, Durla spencer and Jim & Carol Yates. C New Members Please welcome these new members to the American Spaniel Club family: Bb Janice Bibik (DE), Barry & Sheila Bowman (MS) , Kathleen In Memoriam Michael Allen, CA Brown (IL), Amy Clark (MS), Johnny Downing (AZ), Becky Life Member Jenks (OK), Kenneth & Cindy Joyce (IA), Larry Martin (AZ), Michele Morrissey (CT), Kay Pruitt (LA), Al & Debra Anita Roberts, MD Seaman (OR), Robin Shepard (OK), Melvin & Christal Life Member Stanbrough (MD), Stan & Lola Stroud (TX), Karen Toner (MA), Gary & Eilene White (WA), Merja, Ylhainen Virginia Gilliland, CA (Finland), Marsie Ziesmer (GA). Donald Pearson, CA

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As many of you know, beginning in January 2007 the AKC Criteria for ASC approved mentors include but are not has revised the judges’ application for additional breeds. One limited to: revision eliminates the “In Ring Observation” where there are 1. ASC Membership – ASC and ASCF do an excellent job of “adequate” entries (majors) as an educational experience. health research and breeder education. Prospective AKC’s new program is very different from the informal ring- judges should be made aware of what ASC and ASCF are side mentoring that many of us have been doing for years. doing to protect and improve the breed. The new “Ringside Observation” is much more formal. It will be a very structured learning opportunity with an observation 2. Educational Background – Required attendance at a min- form for both the observer and the mentor to complete. imum of at least one Judges Education Seminar, viewing Prospective judges will need to find shows where majors exist the AKC Cocker Spaniel Video, the Form Follows and then find people ahead of time who meet the criteria and Function Video and a short “Open Book” written test. will be at the show. AKC has set minimum qualifications for Knowledge of the breed’s history and function are a must. those who may mentor. Many Parent clubs, though, have ASC mentors are expected to use approved ASC Judges taken the additional step of developing a list of Parent Club Education materials while mentoring ringside. Approved Mentors for the AKC. If you are already AKC 3. Attendance at the ASC Flushing Spaniel Show or ASC approved to judge Cocker Spaniels and are a current ASC National Cocker Spaniel Specialties – Credit for judging Member in good standing you have already met the criteria Futurity or Regular Classes at either show will be given. and may be an approved mentor. Our committee has come up with criteria for “ASC 4. Length of time in the Breed – AKC sets a minimum of 12 approved mentors” for the new ringside observation program years experience breeding, exhibiting or judging the breed that the AKC has come up with to replace the in ring observa- in conformation to qualify as a mentor. tion program of the past. 5. Number of litters/champions, producing – The AKC cri- Return form to Julie Virosteck, 32307 Foothill Rd., Lucerne teria of 5 litters bred AND raised on your premises with 4 Valley, CA 92356-8526 champions produced is a minimum.

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AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 29 TheF Board thanksI retiring FieldE Co-Chairs, NoelL Cacchio, BobbieD Kolehouse, and MarshaN Linehan for theirE hard work overW the past several years,S organiz- ing field activities (including instinct tests), making them more visible to our membership as a whole and pulling together myriad points of view to gain a consensus on the following description. They certainly deserve a well-earned break. And while they will be missed, the Board looks forward to getting to know and work with their successors – Venee Gardner (East), Kaye Bennett (Midwest) and Elaine Grabowski (West). KLP

The Cocker Spaniel Hunting Style Keep your training tools special. Don’t let the dogs have Cocker Spaniels are the smallest of the Sporting Spaniels them except when you are working with them. today, possessing an instinctive ability to quest game. They Noel Cacchio told me she had taken a mounted rooster are alert, merry, and willing to please, making them good pheasant (taxidermied) along to PA for the Field exhibit and hunting companions. carrying it through the tack room, different dog were interest- Cockers hunt at a moderate pace, covering ground in an effi- ed but one particular ESS lit up. They were just walking cient manner, making use of both foot and air scent. Cockers through and the handler was grooming the dog. Noel said may occasionally glance to their handlers for direction. the person working on the dog called those around her to Cockers will clearly indicate they are marking game by come see her dog’s interest. their animated body movements and vigorous tail wagging, It is pretty exciting to watch that instinct turn on, even which may be proceeded or followed by a momentary hesita- when it isn’t your dog. tion, where they appear to use their nose, eyes, and ears to It’s fun. A lot of training in England is on dummies, not live help them locate the exact area they have detected bird scent. birds and that works here too. You can train at home. Even, as A bold flush will follow. Tony’s book focuses on, if you live in the city. Cockers love the Cockers are particularly excellent hunting dogs for Grouse fundamentals of the work, the hunting it up and the retriev- and Woodcock often found in areas of thick hedgerow and ing, and it makes it easy for both of you to enjoy. dense berry bushes, where they will exhibit their true bold- Good for their souls and for yours to know you make them ness to cover. happy and can build confidence and character.” Cockers are excellent markers, and willing . Although bred as upland bird dogs, Cockers are willing swimmers, and will retrieve game from water in an efficient manner. Summary: A Cocker Spaniel has an action all his own, and will hunt game methodically and at a moderate pace. His smaller size permits the Cocker to be hunt efficiently in hedges, brambles, and around downed trees. His merry action will clearly indicate when he is making game. A close working spaniel, the Cocker stays within gun range, and has the natural instinct to find, flush, mark and retrieve small and large game birds to his hunting companion.” (approved January 2007)

From Breed Care News (distributed by Bobbie Kolehouse). If you are interested in beginning yard work with your Cocker, the American Spaniel Club has two good booklets available for minimal cost at $2 each. One is a reprint of the original Ralph Craig booklet (and you can also find it in Al Grossman’s book too, if you have it) and the other is put together by Ruth Tabaka. Order them from our new ASC West Field Chair, Elaine Grabowski, [email protected] Other books I’ve found useful are Martin Deeley’s, “Working Gundogs,” www.martindeeley.com and Tony Roettger’s “Urban Gun Dogs: Training Flushing Dogs for Home and Field.” www.urbangundogs.com. Both books describe the exercises and why you are doing them, which is helpful if you are not a hunter and are not familiar with hunt- ing. It is one thing to understand the procedure of the exer- cise, another to understand in context. My favorite field supply source is Lion Country Supply, www.lcsupply.com You can buy an assortment of canvas dum- mies, the lifelike Dokken bird trainers, and dried wings. I zip tie wings onto canvas dummies. And buy yourself a spaniel whistle, Acme 210 1/2 and a lanyard to put it on so you can wear it around your neck. That whistle is an amazing tool.

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ion animals through a reduction in the incidence of genetic disease”. They were established in 1966 for radiographic evaluation and management of , but since then they have expanded to include many inherited diseases. Today OFA maintains databases in hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, patella luxation, autoimmune thyroiditis, congeni- tal heart disease, legg-calve-perthes disease, sebaceous adeni- tis, congenital deafness, shoulder OCD, and several DNA based databases. Breeders and owners of cocker spaniels should be using OFA for evaluation of their dogs, especially those used in breeding programs. The OFA website is a great source of information. The databases can be searched for health infor- mation on other cockers spaniels. Once in a dog’s OFA record, you can see a vertical pedigree of that dog which shows OFA certified dogs in the pedigree. This pedigree can be seen for each applicable disease database.

Below is a table showing the current statistics for cocker spaniels included in the OFA databases.

Each month OFA features a Champion of Health. To be honored, a dog will have multiple OFA certifications, and have recently celebrated a significant accomplishment at the national level, whether in the ring, in the field, or as a produc- er. “Demi”, Ch MACH2 Skiboo’s Overnight Censation UDX, RE was the December OFA Champion of Health. She was recognized as the only cocker spaniel to earn the titles Ch, MACH and UDX and she has a full complement of health testing listed with OFA. Demi has OFA certifications for Hips, Legg-Calve-Perthes, Patella, Cardiac, Thyroid, and Eyes (CERF). She also has a CHIC (Canine Health Information Center) number for hav- ing both hips and CERF certifications, thus satisfying the breed specific requirements established by ASC for cocker spaniels Demi is bred, owned and handled by Jeanne S Grim DVM. She currently holds a total of 20 AKC titles, and is still competing in agility. She has been ranked as a top 10 cocker spaniel in both obedience and agility. You can see her OFA Champion of Health page at www.offa.org/healthchcocker.html The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is a valu- able resource for health monitoring and evaluation. Their mission is “To improve the health and well being of compan-

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 31 CANINE HEALTH INFORMATION CENTER PARENT CLUB REPORTING CHIC NUMBERS ISSUED OR UPDATED AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB 4TH QTR 2006 ANIMAL DATE NEW / UPDATE CHIC # REG # OWNER

DARKEHAVEN’S APPLE OF MY EYE 12/19/06 UPDATE 27220 SN34852801 PATRICIA DARKE/ROBERT VAUGHAN LANAUDIERE SHERLOCK HOLMES 10/24/06 UPDATE 27438 SN67296901 SYLVIE D’AMBOISE BRAEWOOD FIVE O’CLOCK HIGH 11/20/06 UPDATE 27501 JS648276 JACKIE FORCHUK CHANTILLS FIRE CALL 12/19/06 UPDATE 27502 SN68590101 DIANA GRASSELER COUNTRYDREAM’S JET FLASH 10/24/06 UPDATE 27514 SN71879201 KENYON FAIREY MIC-MAC’S MIDNIGHT ACT 10/24/06 UPDATE 27549 SN65508102 CAROL BROUILLET KESA N WHITSEND’S SWEET CLOVER 10/20/06 UPDATE 27606 SN79055902 SANDRA & KENNETH ST. JOHN NICKLEODEON CLASSIC JAZZ 12/19/06 UPDATE 27619 SN55252301 KAY NICKLE KATHY L. FULLERTON MISTIWIND’S MISDEMEANOR 10/24/06 UPDATE 27638 SN82235904 TERRY L. KELSO DARKEHAVEN’S FEAST YOUR EYES 12/19/06 UPDATE 27650 SN61495901 PATRICIA DARKE PAM MAHAR ROBERT VAUGHAN MONTHAVEN’S ANGELS AMONG US 11/20/06 UPDATE 27663 SN79270906 JEANNIE M. H. MONTANELLI CALLA’S CHYNA WHITE 12/19/06 UPDATE 27763 MQ817888 PAM DERKSEN HITRAILS WILDE HAIRE 10/24/06 UPDATE 27776 SR00689705 KENYON FAIREY HITRAILS RED SKY AT SUNSET 10/24/06 UPDATE 27777 SR00689706 KENYON FAIREY HITRAILS CRYSTAL SPRING 10/24/06 UPDATE 27778 SR00689703 KENYON FAIREY BALIWICK BLAKWITCH 10/24/06 UPDATE 27796 SN52019106 BARBARA JUNIOR MONTHAVEN’S PRACTICAL MAGIC 11/20/06 UPDATE 27806 SR06030001 JEANNIE MONTANELLI MONTHAVEN’S JUMANJI 11/20/06 UPDATE 27807 SR06030002 JEANNIE MONTANELLI MONTHAVEN THE PELICAN BRIEF 11/20/06 UPDATE 27809 SR06030004 JEANNIE MONTANELLI STONERIDGE MEG-ERIN’S FAYE 10/24/06 UPDATE 27815 SR06230901 KAREN J. FECHER VISTA’S FANCY DRESS PARTI 10/24/06 UPDATE 27844 SR06341907 LANI L. BELCH CALLA’S WALTZING MATILDA 11/20/06 UPDATE 31966 PE938180 JACKIE FORCHUK SHOWTIME’S KISS ME KATE 10/20/06 NEW 34985 VG692800 MAUREEN BROSNAHAN/TIM MALONEY MARDI GRAS MISS FIRECRACKER 10/20/06 NEW 34986 SF907415 ROSEMARY LOGRIE CLANAGROE’S MITE-T-CLANCY 10/20/06 NEW 34987 XA844096 MAUREEN P BROSNAHAN/T MALONEY SIRIUS’ SWEET GYPSY ROSE 10/20/06 NEW 34988 1039501 KATHY & LARRY THOMSON SIRIUS’ STARWIND SPARKS FLY 10/20/06 NEW 34989 1053289 KATHY & LARRY THOMSON SUZANNE BRETSCH TIMELESS PROMISE OF FAME 10/20/06 NEW 34990 SN25031701 DORIS METHENY RON-D HE’S A SMASH 10/20/06 NEW 34991 1062866 MACKIE BERRY KAREN & RON VAUGHN SHOREWOOD’S APPLE SOUFFLE 10/20/06 NEW 34992 SN28224202 TERESA DANINGER BRAEWOOD TARNISHED BRASS 10/20/06 NEW 34993 SN42497801 MARILYNN J. WOOD CLANAGROE’S A BETTER TOMORROW 10/20/06 NEW 34994 FQ378410 MAUREEN BROSHAHAN/TIM MALONEY ASHENAFAY MOONLIGHT MELODY 10/20/06 NEW 34995 FJ371553 BETA ROSS/KATHY LINGMAN SHATARA’S NO NO NANNETTE 10/20/06 NEW 34996 DL48731003 MICHELLE SOAVE SIMON DINGFELDER HARLANHAVENS HUNGRY EYES 10/20/06 NEW 34997 SN42479303 GAYLE GRAYSON UPLORD RAMBLIN ROSE 10/20/06 NEW 34998 SN54958902 CHARLES & BARBARA LIPPINCOTT SHADYHILL’S DYNAMIC DIAMOND 10/20/06 NEW 34999 SN87436301 KIMBER L. LINDEMAN BRICKETT N CARY’S HOT EMBERS 10/20/06 NEW 35000 SN49997101 CAROL PAPP BRAEWOOD MIDNIGHT BLUE 10/20/06 NEW 35001 1071555 MARILYNN J. WOOD LOIS J. WILSON TROPICO’S TAILOR MADE 10/20/06 NEW 35002 SN71287502 JEANNIE & BRANDON NIELSEN PORT LOVES BLACK ORCHID 10/20/06 NEW 35003 1076782 BETTY MCMILLAN LEAH STANTON KESA’S COVER GIRL 10/24/06 NEW 35252 SN44144501 SANDRA & KEN ST. JOHN RICCI N FREDRICKS OLIVER’S TWIST OF LATTE DA 10/24/06 NEW 35253 SR08580601 GEORGEANNE RICCI HONEYBEAR NOTHIN BUT BLUE SKYE 10/24/06 NEW 35254 SR18997003 MARY MAHNKE JUSTICE FOR WHO 10/24/06 NEW 35255 SR17787001 AL SEAMAN STA-MAR N RICCI’S LATTE DA 10/24/06 NEW 35256 SN78739602 GEORGEANNE RICCI CAROUSEL MOON LIGHTNING 10/24/06 NEW 35257 SR19585405 DEBBIE ROPER DUNE’S DE-LIGHTFUL 10/24/06 NEW 35258 SR16847203 DIAN BURKE JASMINES CHOCOLATE CHUNK 10/24/06 NEW 35259 SR19291005 NADINE BARNHART 18K BRAT 10/24/06 NEW 35260 SR12512004 TERRY L. KELSO A. KELSO HITRAILS DARE ME 10/24/06 NEW 35261 SR18787004 KENYON FAIREY COLDRY’S SWEET SEDUCTION 10/24/06 NEW 35262 SR18259201 COY & ADRI GRIMES BRAEWOOD HEATHER ‘N SAGE 12/19/06 NEW 35458 PQ984379 HEATHER VALLANCE SKIBOO’S OVERNIGHT CENSATION 11/20/06 NEW 35705 SN45636805 “JEANNE S. GRIM, DVM” FLAIRHAVEN’S LIBERTY ON PARADE 11/20/06 NEW 35706 SN88043004 MILDRED GOUDY TAHOE TRIATHLON 11/20/06 NEW 35707 SN88728504 CONNIE KIMBLE SKIBOO’S VENETIAN AFFAIR 11/20/06 NEW 35708 SN89006402 “JEANNE S. GRIM, DVM” SKIBOO’S ONE CENSATIONAL NIGHT 11/20/06 NEW 35709 SN92935201 “JEANNE S. GRIM, DVM” SKIBOO’S SENSATIONAL SPECULATION 11/20/06 NEW 35710 SN89006401 “JEANNE S. GRIM, DVM” COVENTRY’S MINT JULIP 11/20/06 NEW 35711 SR10713305 BRENDA J. MCMANIGLE REESE’S P’NUT BUTTER BEAR 12/19/06 NEW 35961 SR21684904 RACHEL L. JOHNSON I’M AN IRISH BLESING NTH FOG 12/19/06 NEW 35962 SR19813602 RACHEL L. JOHNSON DAN’NJANZ LIZZY BUTTERSCOTCH 12/19/06 NEW 36096 SR11268004 JAN & DANNY CHASE EPTING KAYJEN’S I’M ALL THAT 12/19/06 NEW 36097 SR21835905 BRENDA J. MCMANIGLE

Page 32 AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 SHOW INFORMATION Maryland CSC, Saturday, March 17, 2007 Cocker Spaniel Club of New Jersey, May 4, 2007 Maryland CSC, Sunday, March 18, 2007 Location: Riverdale Armory, Riverdale, NJ Superintendent: Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd. Show Secretary: Barbara Cronin,868 Riverdale Rd, Location: Carroll County Agricultural Center, Riverdale, NJ Westminster, MD Judges: Sweepstakes, Alan Santos; Regular classes, David Judges: Saturday, March 17, 2006, Sweeps,Victoria Snowden, Kittredge Regular Classes Kathleen L. Patterson; Sunday, March 18, 2006, Sweeps, Lisa Arnett, Regular Classes, Nancy J. Gallant. Cocker Spaniel Club of Southeast Florida, May 11, 2007 Location: South Florida Fairgrounds,West Palm Beach, FL CSC of Rhode Island, Friday, March 30, 2007 Judges: Sweepstakes, Gwen Wells; Regular Classes, Calvin Meadowbrook CSC, Saturday, March 31, 2007 Ward Connecticutt-Westchester CSC, Sunday, April 1, 2007 Show Secretary: Lori Carver, 18 Plainfield Road, CSC of San Diego, May 18, 2007 Cummington, MA, [email protected] Location: San Diego Sports Arena, San Diego, CA Location: Paws N Effect, Hamden, CT Show Secretary: Carolyn Sisson, 6325 Lake Aral, San Diego Judges: Friday - Sweepstakes, Kathy Kirk; Regular classes Sam 92119, 619-466-9792. Houston McDonald; Saturday – Sweepstakes, Darla Piner; Judges: Sweepstakes & Futurity,Tish Cannon; Regular classes Regular classes, Ed Piner; & Junior showmanship, Nancy Liebes. Sunday – Sweepstakes, Lisa Bowers; Regular classes, Dr. James Duncan. Cocker Spaniel Breeders’ Club of New England, Friday, June 1, 2007. CSSC of Dallas, March 23, 2006 Location: Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds,Wrentham, MA Location: Amon G. Carter, Jr. Exposition Hall, Ft.Worth,TX Superintendent: Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd. Show Secretary: Karen Campbell, 7103 Campbell Rd #209, Judges: Sweepstakes, Keith Van Houten; Regular class judge, Dallas,TX Kevin Flinn Judges: Sweepstakes, Jim Fehring; Regular classes, Skip Herendeen; Obedience C.T. Fulkerson CSC of the Middle West, June 8, 2007 Location: DuPage County Fairgrounds,Wheaton, IL CSC of Las Vegas 1, April 5, 2007 (two shows same day, 100 Show Secretary: Kevin Hughes, 6N295 IL Route 31, St. dog limit each show) Charles, IL 60175, 630-584-1519 CSC of Las Vegas 2, April 5, 2007 Judges: Sweepstakes,Virginia Murray; Regular classes, Ken Location: Paws N Claws Training Facility, Henderson, NV. Murray. Show Secretary: Jean Ryser, 2875 Montessouri St., Las Vegas, NV 89117. Meadowbrook CSC designated specialty at Greenwich Judges: Show 1 – Sweepstakes, Ernie Domondon; Regular Kennel Club, June 9, 2007. classes, Patricia Darke; Location: Norwalk, CT #2 Sweepstakes,Vito Ciaravino; Regular classes, . Judges: Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes, Dr. Elizabeth Trainor, Regular classes, Richard Beauchamp. CSSC of Georgia, April 15, 2007 Location: Georgia National Agricenter, Perry, GA CSC of New Orleans, Friday, June 15, 2007 Superintendent: Onofrio. Cajun CSC of Dedham Springs Judges: Sweepstakes, Charlotte Stacy Brown; Regular classes, Location: Houma Civic Center, Houma, LA cut-down sweeps, junior showmanship, Kevin Flinn Show Secretary: Deborah Verdon, 129 Camelot Dr., Slidell, Note: the club will offer Hunting Dog and Hunting Bitch LA 70460 classes for the first time. Keystone CSC, Friday, June 15, 2007 Carolina CSC, April 21, 2007 Keystone CSC, Saturday June 16, 2007 (in conjunction with Carolina CSC, April 22, 2007 Bryn Mawr KC show) Location: Camden, SC Location: Ludwig’s Corner, PA Show Secretary: Robert McKinney, 6973 Davis Boone Rd, Judges: Friday, Sweeps: Stephanie Kaul, Regular classes, Jeffrey Boones Mill,VA 24065 Pepper Saturday – Sweepstakes, Bettie Campbell; Regular classes, Saturday: Sweepstakes, Bud DiDonato; Regular classes,Wilma Wilma Parker Parker Sunday – Sweepstakes, Bonnie Pike; Regular classes, Calvin Ward

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 33 TOP PERFORMANCE DOGS - 2006 Submitted by Jeanne Grim, DVM, Co-Chair ASC Top Dog Committee

The top 5 agility dogs by double Q’s for 2006 The top 5 agility Cockers by MACH points for 2006 Double Q’s Points 1. MACH10 Bar-Bax’s Makin’ New Waves CD 50 1. MACH6 Rockin’ Robyn’s Jumping Cholla 2570 2. MACH Car-Paz Chance’s Gold CDX 50 2. Tell-Tail’s Tri To Imagine MX, MXJ 2212 3. MACH2 Degen’s Quasar Spenser 47 3. MACH10 Bar-Bax’s Makin’s New Waves CD 1437 4. MACH6 Rockin’ Robyn’s Jumping Cholla 46 4. MACH Anastasia My Satilla Bar-Bax 1249 5. CH MACH5 Charmary Walkie Talkie VCD1 36 5. MACH2 The Full Monte 1220 The top obedience cockers by OTCH points for 2006 Points 1. Apple Hill’s Worth The Wait UDX, RE, OA, NAJ 13 2. OTCH Kay’s Sassy Sheba UDX2 11 3. MACH2 Entrenous Snowy River Glitter UDX 4 4. Kay’s Delightful Devon UD 3 5. Cassandra ‘O Girl UDX2 1 TOP WINNING COCKERS - 2006 Thru February 2007 issue of AKC Awards, consisting of shows held from January thru December 31, 2006. Compiled by Margaret M. Saari, DVM, Co-Chair ASC Top Dog Committee

ALL BREED BASIS BREED BASIS (To include BB at specialties and Best cocker BLACKS at January ASC show, 1. Ch. Afterglow Douglas Fashion, 22286 points, owners: BLACKS Mary Walker, P. Darke & R. Wilcox. 1. Ch. Afterglow Douglas Fashion, 1604 points, owners: 2. Ch. Exl’s Simple Wish (bitch), 15157points, owners: Mary Walker, P. Darke & R. Wilcox. Sandy Knaus & Jan Huml. 2. Ch. EXL’s Simple Wish (bitch), 896 points, owners: 3. Ch. Gallant Best Deal in Town, (bitch) 4493 points, Sandy Knaus & Jan Huml owners: Nancy Gallant & Lisa Arnett. 3. Ch. Gallant Best Deal in Town (bitch), 802 points, 4. Ch. Micadee’s Mythology, 3267 points, owners: Robert owners: Nancy Gallant & Lisa Arnett. Young & Kim Rigsby. 4. Ch, Valu Tru Sea Cruise, 434 points, owners: James & 5. Ch. Cee Jay’s Cactus Cowboy, 31800 points, owners: Kay Pruitt. Charles & Janet Gray. 5. Ch. Silverhall Spanish Eyes, (bitch), 376 points, owners: Gale & Thomas Golden. ASCOBS 1. Ch. K-Line N Cutts Beyond-A-Doubt, 10210 points, ASCOBS owners: Mark Steffan & Randy Price. 1. Ch. K-Line N Cutts Beyond-A-Doubt, 1984 points, 2. Ch. Peri’s Legally Blonde, 8721 points, owner: owners: Mark Steffan & Randy Price Virginia Gilleland 2. Ch. Peri’s Legally Blonde (bitch), 930 points, owner: 3. Ch. Lamar’s Bentley CDX OA OAJ, 7307 points, Virginia Gilleland owner: Carolee Douglas. 3. Ch. Lamar’s Bentley CDX OA OAJ, 551 points, owner: 4. Ch. Carbert Arikara’s Magic Touch, 2138 points, Carolee Douglas owners: Carole Shute & Patti Nazarko. 4. Ch. Bracon’s Town Crier, 418 points, owner: Pamela 5. Ch. Markann’s John Henry, 1992 points, owners: Sullivan. Ann Jeglum VMD, K. Kohlmeyer, G & J Riegel. 5. Ch. Ashwood’s Make My Day, 296 points, owners: Genea White Jones & Bruce Van Deman. PARTIS 1. Ch. My-Ida-Ho N Jem;s Grahamkracker, 7473 points, PARTIS owners: Emma Ross and Sharon Gerling. 1. Ch. My-Ida-ho N Jem’s Grahamkracker, 1179 points, 2. Ch. Loma Point Magic Mirror, 2980 points, owners: owners Emma Ross & Sharon Gerling. Jackie & Charles Rowe. 2. Ch. My Idaho N Jems Nabisco, 759 points, owners 3. Ch. My-Ida-ho N Jems Nabisco, 2303 points, owners: Emma Ross & Sharon Gerling. Emma Ross & Sharon Gerling. 3. Ch. Honeynutt Perserverance, 712 points, owner Linda 4. Ch. Honeynutt Perserverance, 1217 points, owner: Leggett Linda Leggett 4. Ch. Loma Point Magic Mirror, 556 points, owners Jackie 5. Ch. Ableaim Rocksteady, 1081 points; owners: Jay Acker, & Charles Rowe A Formati, C Zargonia, Linda Pitts. 5. Ch. Flair Rill Fire Tender, 359 points, owner Kristi Tukua.

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AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN March 2007 Page 35 Many questions can be answered by looking on the ASC web site: Questions? http://asc-cockerspaniel.org/ . If you cant find answers there, heres who to consult

ASC Membership Chair Jean DeLisle (Design) Elena Duggan (Public) July Shows Liaison Jane Harmon 14 Laurent-Tremblay 1756 Founder’s Hill S Jason A. Harmon 45 Ontario Drive Mont St. Gregoire, Quebec Williamsburg VA 23185-7616 2815 Welborn St #103 Hudson, MA 01749-3132 J0J 1K0 Canada 757-345-6633 V Dallas, TX 75219 978-562-9696 V 430-357-0089 V [email protected] 214-632-4825 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Field AKC Delegate Canine Legislation Venee C. Gardner (East) July 2007 Show Chair Barbara Shaw Carol Dixon 167 Roe Hampton La Jan Taylor 322 Russell Lane 12447 152nd St N Stone Mountain, GA 30087 3213 SW 99 Denison, TX 75021-4242 Jupiter FL 33478-3558 770-931-1133 Oklahoma City, OK 73159 903-463-1335 V 561-744-3254 V [email protected] 405-691-8912 [email protected] 413-638-6584 e-fax [email protected] [email protected] Kaye Bennett (Midwest) AKC Gazette Columnist 13911 County Road XX Media Kristi Tukua, Esq. CS Breeder Referral Newton, WI 53063-9734 Bruce J. Van Deman P.O. Box 557 Theresa L. Frye 920-693-2242 P.O. Box 57 B Delano MN 55328-0557 7750 Hollow Corners Rd [email protected] Balboa Island, CA 92662 763-972-3234 V Almont MI 48003-8019 914-413-1301 763-972-2926 F 810-798-8633 V Elaine Grabowski (West) [email protected] 612-419-4455(cell) [email protected] 13201 Jacobson Rd. Lot 2 Manor, TX 78653 Sponsorships ASC Archival Project Cocker Spaniel Standard [email protected] Nancy L. Foley Jill D. Ozechowski (Archivist) Beth Speich 1940 M 650 E 15235-88A St 1011 W. Carpenter Rd. Finance Columbus IN 47203-8302 Edmonton AB Jerseyville, IL 62052 Bruce J. Van Deman (1st V.P.) 812-579-9193 Canada T5E 6G7 618-639-2778 V P.O. Box 57 B [email protected] 780-456-4863 V/F [email protected] Balboa Island, CA 92662 [email protected] 914-413-1301 Therapy Dog Program Companion Events [email protected] Suzanne Nelson Wilma Parker (Curator) Carolee K. Douglas 14205 SW 75th Ter 8173 Red Mill Dr 9214 Pebble Beach Dr NE Foreign Liaison Miami FL 33183-2969 West Chester OH 45069-1718 Albuquerque NM 87111-5813 Neville Ward 305-387-4914 V 513-759-0329 V 505-821-9883 V 724 Forest Ridge Dr 305-385-5416 F 561-423-7914 e-fax [email protected] Great Falls VA 22066-2099 [email protected] [email protected] 703-759-6620 V Jeanne S. Grim, DVM 703-759-6699 F Top Dog ASC Health Chair 2470 Cedar Fork Trl [email protected] Margaret M. Saari, DVM Margaret M. Saari, DVM Marietta GA 30062-2587 1146 2nd Ave Apt A-2 1146 2nd Ave Apt A-2 770-565-5426 V Insurance New York NY 10021-8540 New York NY 10021-8540 [email protected] Dee Torgerson 212-355-2432 V 212-355-2432 V 65 N. Granby Rd [email protected] [email protected] English Cocker Spaniel Granby CT 06035-2100 Douglas McFarlane 860-653-9679 V Jeanne S. Grim, DVM ASC Health Registry 4941 Equestrian Lane 860-757-5115 F 2470 Cedar Fork Trl Judy Iby Orange CA 92869-2027 [email protected] Marietta GA 30062-2587 5471 Mt Zion Rd 714-288-2771 V/F 770-565-5426 V Milford OH 45150-9715 [email protected] Futurity Chairs [email protected] 513-732-0458 V January [email protected] Education Kevin Carter Versatility Award Plaques Julie Virosteck (Judges) 6973 Davis-Boone Rd Suzanne Moskala ASC Rescue 32307 Foothill Rd Boones Mill, VA 24065-2133 16 Wood Pond Rd Heidi Braun Lucerne Valley, CA 92356-8526 540-772-1272 Cornwall NY 12518-1904 N79W12846 Fond du Lac Ave 760-248-2664 V [email protected] 845-534-3724 V Menomonee Falls, WI 52051 760-248-2986 [email protected] 262-255-0246 [email protected] July [email protected] Jim Fehring Nancy L. Foley (Breeders) 1924 Highland Springs Dr. ASC Website 1940 M 650 E Haslet, TX 76052-2835 Martha Bell (Content) Columbus IN 47203-8302 817-501-8421 2048 Southacres Dr 812-579-9193 [email protected] Cincinnati OH 45233-4276 [email protected] 513-941-0452 V [email protected]

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