PREMIUM LIST

ITALIAN CLUB OF AMERICA

NATIONAL & REGIONAL SPECIALTIES JUNE 3 - 9, 2017

and All-Toy Breeds Obedience & Rally Trials (limited) JUNE 5, 2017

Lexington, KY

Entries close at the Show Secretary’s office on Saturday, May 13, at 7:00 p.m., EST after which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substi- tuted except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of Show Rules. PREMIUM LIST 2017 Specialty Week Schedule This is a tentative schedule/order of events, subject to change after closing. Please check the Judging Program for exact judging time changes. ITALIAN SATURDAY, JUNE 3 ASFA – Masterson Station Park (7 miles from hotel) GREYHOUND LGRA (same Location) ENTRIES SUNDAY, JUNE 4 CLOSE CLUB AKC Lure coursing – Masterson Station Park (7 miles from hotel) 7:00 p.m. AKC CAT Test – 2 runs with limited entry Sat., May 13 OF AMERICA MONDAY, JUNE 5 www.ig-national.com Morning: AKC Obedience (Open to all toys) & AKC Rally (Open to all toys – limit 90 entries) LUNCH 45 minute lunch break at the judge’s discretion 5:00 p.m. Welcome Party – A Wine and Bourbon Tasting 5:30 p.m. Puppy Match begins (Entries close 15 min. prior to judging) All-Toy Obedience & Rally Trials 7:00 p.m. IGCA Board Meeting (location TBA) OBED AKC Event # 2017176305 & RALLY #2017176310 TUESDAY, JUNE 6 -- IGCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY begins Indoors - Monday, June 5, 2017 Morning: 4-6 Mo. Beginner Puppy, Junior Showmanship, Puppy Sweepstakes, Veteran Sweepstakes 30 minutes after conclusion of judging, Breeder’s Education Seminar 30 minutes following the the Seminar, “Visualizing the Standard” (To participate/enter, see info on pg. 16) National Specialty, 6:00 p.m. AKC Judges Education Seminar Sweepstakes, Jr. Showmanship WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7 AKC Event # 2017176306 Morning: Class & Class Bitches LUNCH 45 minute lunch break at the judge’s discretion 4 - 6 mo. Puppy Veteran Dogs & Veteran Bitches AKC Event # 2017176307 30 minutes after judging concludes - IGCA Mentor Meeting Tuesday - Thursday, June 6 - 8, 2017 6:00 p.m. Cash Bar and Dinner Additional breaks may be 7:00 p.m. IGCA Top 20 Competition. taken by the judge at his/ her discretion at any time IGCA Regional Specialty, THURSDAY, JUNE 8 on any day of the cluster. Morning: Costume Contest “Run for the Roses”, followed by Parade of Titleholders & Parade of Rescue followed by Best of Breed Judging Sweepstakes, Jr. Showmanship LUNCH 45 minute lunch break at the judge’s discretion AKC Event #2017176304 Multi-dog Non-regular Classes: Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, Brace Class, Team Class NOTE Friday, June 9, 2017 30 minutes after judging concludes - IGCA General Membership Meeting EARLY 6:00 p.m. Cash Bar 6:30 p.m. Banquet with Silent Auction CLOSING NOHS offered at both specialties. 7:00 p.m. All events unbenched and indoors. FRIDAY, JUNE 9 -- IGCA REGIONAL SPECIALTY begins EDT Show Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (EDT) Morning: Judging begins with Jr. Showmmanship followed by Sweepstakes, all Conformation Classes and BOB May 13 Clarion Hotel Conference Center – North VENDOR INFORMATION: Contact Karen Thayne at [email protected] (Vending space is limited) 1950 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY

EVENT/SHOW SECRETARY: Arden Shaw SPECIAL ATTRACTION:Specialty AKC NOHS Dog Shows,competition LLC at all three shows ALSO THIS WEEK - 4891 Ballantrae Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001 Canine Eye Certification Testing • Health Seminars • Judges Seminar Emergency Information Phone: (248) 851-9729 Fax: (248) 855-6675 Email: [email protected] VETERINARIAN(regular hours): All 4 Paws - Dr. Noble, 102 Finley Drive, Georgetown -- (502) 370-4086 EMERGENCY VETERINARY: Bluegrass Vet Specialist, 1591 Winchester Road, #106 -- (859)268-7604 Enter On Line at: www.specialtydogshows.com HOSPITAL: St. Joseph Hospital, 1 St. Joseph Drive -- (859) 313-1000 CERTIFICATION Permission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event AMBULANCE: Rural/Metro Ambulance, 1135 Versailles Road -- (859) 233-9719 under American Kennel Club rules and regulations. POLICE: 103 East Main St. -- (859) 258-3600 Or, 911 James P. Crowley, Secretary.

2 SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 3 Show Site & Accomodations Specialty Venues HOST HOTEL & SHOW SITE: Masterson Station Park/ASFA & LGRA & CAT (5.2 miles) For all Conformation, Obedience, and Rally Events Saturday June 3, 2017: ASFA Lure coursing and LGRA - limited to 50 entries each event. Clarion Hotel Conference Center – North Sunday, June 4, 2017: 1950 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY AKC Lure coursing and AKC CAT Testing - llimited to 50 entries each event Phone : (859) 233-0512 http://www.clarionhotellex.com/ Newcomers are welcome to come watch & practice their dogs both days.

Room rates: ** $90.00 Sleeping Room Rate (includes daily, hot breakfast). Clarion Hotel Conference Center - North/ HOST HOTEL & SHOW SITE ** Two 1 bedroom suites available for $135 per night. Beginning Monday, June 5 ,through Friday, June 9, 2017: ** One 2 bedroom suite available for $180 per night. IGCA National and Regional Specialties, Obedience & Rally Trials There is a one time Pet cleaning fee of $35.00, and a limit of 6 dogs per room. AKC Obedience will be held in the host hotel’s ballroom; entries limited to Toy Breeds. Each room will have a refrigerator & microwave and these ammenities: AKC Rally will also be held in the ballroom; entries limited to Toy Breeds, 90 entry limit. • Free hot breakfast • Free WiFi • Free airport transportation Conformation classes, 4-6 mo. Puppy, Junior Showmanship, Sweepstakes will be in the • Indoor recreational facility • Restaurant and sports bar same location. See page 2 for a more complete schedule. The hotel has a special block of rooms for us that is near the Ballroom. When the guest calls, they must identify themselves as being with Italian Greyhound Club of America. NOT IGCA, give the full name of the Club. Since there will be other events, I encourage everyone to BOOK EARLY! We do These are SELF-CLEANING shows* - have rooms reserved at the host hotel, but there are alternate hotels in the area that allow pets. Both Inside and Outdoors. Never leave your room without a pickup baggie in your pocket! ADDITIONAL HOTELS: La Quinta Inn Lexington Phone: (859) 231-7551 * This means Exhibitors/Dog Owners are , 1920 Stanton Way, Lexington, KY 40511 responsible for picking up/cleaning up Hampton Inn I-75 Lexington/Hamburg Area Phone: (859) 299-2613 after their dogs on the grounds and 2251 Elkhorn Rd., Lexington, Kentucky, 40505 everywhere in the hotel Motel 6 Lexington East Phone: (859) 293-1431 - including in the ring . 2260 Elkhorn Rd., Lexington, KY 40505 Non-compliance will be reported. Consequences may include bench committee RV PARKING OWNER hearing and/or hotel expulsion. ON-SITE: No overnight parking is permitted at the host hotel. Day parking is available for RV during show hours. No hookups will be available. So PLEASE be tidy! OFF-SITE: KY Horse Park: A limited number of RV sites will be available in the “TENT CITY” area located inside the park and not at the campgrounds! Spots will be given on a first come/ first-served. The Park is located 5 miles from the host hotel. Contact the Campground VENDOR INFORMATION: Contact Karen Thayne at [email protected] (Vending space is limited) Store at (859) 259-4257 option 2. OTHER RV PARK: Whispering Hills RV Park, 257 Rogers Gap Road, Georgetown, KY 40324 (502) 863-2552 www.whisperinghillsrv.com Specialty Entry Fees Guest Information: Dog Show Club IGCA FOR IGCA NATIONAL & REGIONAL EVENTS : DIRECTIONS TO THE SHOW First entry of a dog in Conformation or Obedience or Rally $32. Off I-75/I-64 at Exit 115, Newtown Pike/Airport Exit North bound 75, West bound 64 - At bottom of Second entry, same dog, same event $28. exit ramp make a left, hotel is on left at the traffic light. South bound 75, East bound 64 - At bottom of exit ramp turn right. Hotel is on left at the traffic light. For example: A dog entered in Conformation + Obedience + Rally = $96. From Bluegrass Parkway or Airport - Go East on Versailles Rd. to New CIrcle Rd. Take exit 5B A dog entered in Obed. Open + Obed. Utility = $57 on New Circle Rd. Take exit 9B on Newtown Pike. Hotel is 2 miles down on right side just before Bred by Exhibitor Classes $20. Non-Regular Classes, Puppy Classes , Sweepstakes $20. AIRPORT: Blue Grass Airport is a public airport in Fayette County, Kentucky, 4 miles west of downtown Lexington. 4-6 Mo. Puppy $20. This airport is serviced by four major airlines providing 18 non-stop destinations and offering approxi- Junior Showmanship (free as a second entry) $20. mately 80 daily flights. (Allegient Air, American Airlnes, Delta, United Airllnes. Parade of Titleholders $10.

4 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 5 2017 IGCA Specialty Judges Italian Greyhound Club NATIONAL SPECIALTY of America Conformation: An AKC Member Club Cecelia Resnick ...... 102 Forest Trail, Leander TX 78641 Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes: Harry Bennett ...... 1404 Arlingwood Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32211 2017 NATIONAL & REGIONAL SPECIALTIES 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy & Junior Showmanship: Andrea Bradford, MD ...... …. 4280 Ballground Road, Ballground, GA 30107 OFFICERS & BOARD MEMBERS Obedience and Rally: President ...... Mary Ann Smart Anita Eisthen ...... …. 10010 Bennington Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241-1256 1st Vice President ...... Dalena Franklin REGIONAL SPECIALTY 2nd Vice President ...... Pam Conick Conformation: Sei-ichiro Ishimaru ...... … 2-5- 7 Seijo, Setagya-ku Tokyo,JAPAN 157-0066 Japan Treasurer ...... Marsha Pugh Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes: Board Secretary ...... Shawna Swanson Chelsea James ...... … P.O. Box 1022, Windham NY 12496 Corresponding Secretary ...... Lilian Barber Junior Showmanship: 35648 Menifee Rd., Murrieta, CA 92563 Carol Smith ...... 188 Forest Glen Circle, Avondale Estates Ga 30002-1201 (951) 679-5084 [email protected]

Board of Directors Specialty Rosette Awards for Both Shows Jessica Hekl, Cecelia Resnick, Carol Smith, Stelios Vienna Regular Classes: Non-Regular Classes: First Prize ………...... Blue Rosette First Prize ……...... …. Rose Rosette AKC Delegate: James R. (‘Bob’) Steele, Jr. Second Prize ……...… Red Rosette Second Prize …...…… Brown Rosette Third Prize …….…...... Yellow Rosette Third Prize ………...... Light Green Rosette 2015 IGCA National Show Committee Fourth Prize ……...….. White Rosette Fourth Prize ……...….. Gray Rosette Show Chair: Karen Thayne Winners ……...... … Purple Rosette All Sweepstakes: 1237 Stevens Road Reserve Winners …..... Purple & White Rosette Best in Sweepstakes ..... Pink & Green Rosette (205) 306-0230 [email protected] Best of Winners …...... Blue & White Rosette Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes Best of Breed ……...... Purple & Gold Rosette ..... Lavender Rosette Best of Opposite Sex to Junior Showmanship: Banquet/Dinner Reservations: Kristi Crouch ([email protected]) Best of Breed …...... Red & White Rosette Best Junior Handler .... Pink & Green Rosette Catalog Ads: Arden Shaw, Show Secretary Grand Champion Select Catalog Sales: Pat Connors & Susan Brasher ..... Blue & White Rosette Obedience: Costume Event: Pam Conick ([email protected]) “Bring your Derby Hat!” Awards of Merit *...... Green Rosette High Scoring Dog in Regular Classes & Visualizing the Standard: Marsha Pugh ([email protected]) Best Owner-Handled High Scoring IG in Regular Classes ..... Blue & Gold Rosette Hospitality: Pat Connors ([email protected]) (NOHS) ..... Magenta Rosette Best Veteran Dog High Combined ...... Blue & Green Rosette Judge’s Education: Bill Monohon ([email protected]) Best Veteran Bitch ..... Teal Rosette Rally: Lunches for 4 days: Pat Connors – ([email protected]) Best Puppy ..... Dark Green Rosette High Combined ...... Blue & Green Rosette Lure Coursing, CAT & LGRA: Terri Jones ([email protected]) Best Bred by Exhibitor .. Dark Green Rosette High Scoring IG ...... Blue & Green Rosette Merchandise Chair: Pam Conick Obedience & Rally: Jennifer Graves ([email protected]) 4-6 Mo. Puppy (National) Qualifying Score in Obedience or Rally Public Information: Pat Connors – [email protected] Best 4-6 Mo. Puppy ...... Orange Rosette ...... Dark Green Ribbon Silent Auction: Kristi Crouch ([email protected]) BOS 4-6 Mo; Puppy ...... Lavender Rosette New OB or RA Title ...... Rosette Special Events Chair: Pam Conick ([email protected]) • AWARDS OF MERIT - At the judge’s discretion, additional recognition (Awards of Merit) may be awarded to any of (contact for Parade of Title Holders, Rescue Parade, Costume Party) the superior specimens competing for Best of Breed, up to 10%, but no more than 7. These would not include those Top Twenty: Carol Smith ([email protected]) exhibits previously awarded Best of Breed, Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed or Select Dog/Bitch.• Trophy Chair (National): Denise Milko ([email protected]) TROPHIES - Trophies, prizes and monetary awards will be awarded in the judging ring to the person exhibiting Trophy Chair (Regional): Mary Marlowe the dog, who will be considered to be the owner or agent of the owner. All claims for trophies and other prizes Vendor Booth Rental: Karen Thayne ([email protected]) must be made in the judging ring before the completion of the judging of the breed, and the Show Chairperson Welcome Party: Pat Connors ([email protected]) advised at once of any discrepancy. The Show Secretary and show-giving club disclaim any liability for such prizes after the judging of the breed is over. Event Committee: All officers and directors of the Club. NOTE: At the National Specialty, the dogs designated Reserve Winners Dog and OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER: DeGruy Photography & Digital Art Reserve Winners Bitch will be awarded a three-point major, provided that the number of dogs competing in the regular classes of the Reserve Winner’s sex total at http://degruy.zenfolio.com/ least twice the number required for a five point major in the region in which the event is held.

6 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 7 2017 IGCA National Specialty - Prizes PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES BEST IN PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES: Silver Square Tray Unless otherwise stated, trophies are donated through the generosity of members and friends of Italian Greyhound Club of 1ST IN EACH PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES CLASS: Small Oval Tray America. All trophies must be claimed on the day of the show. None will be mailed. The Club reserves the right to substitute a 2ND - 4TH IN EACH PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES CLASS: Dog Toy – offered by Karen Thayne prize of equal or greater value should any prize be unavailable. BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST IN PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES: BREED PRIZES Goodie Bag, minimum $5.00 value – offered by Karen Thayne (Izat) BEST OF BREED. THE KATHY EMMETT MEMORIAL TROPHY. A Bronze Italian Greyhound offered by Sally Smyth, Salswift VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES Italian and William Monohon, Willowmere Farms through the Italian Greyhound Club of America, BEST IN VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES: IG Tray – Karen Muller, Regale’ IG’s Inc. For permanent possession this trophy must be won 3 times by the same owner(s), not necessarily with BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST IN VETERAN SWEEPS: IG Tray – offered by Karen Muller, Regale’ IG’s the same dog, nor at consecutive shows. The Bronze trophy stays in the possession of its caretaker, William 1ST THROUGH 4TH IN EACH VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES CLASS: Dog Toy – offered by Karen Thayne (Izat) Monohon, until permanently won. A Matted and Framed Print of the Kathy Emmett Memorial Trophy by Jan Elliott-Goin, offered by Jan AKC 4-6 MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY COMPETITION Elliott-Goin and Steve Goin, Curio Italian Greyhounds through the Italian Greyhound Club of America, Inc. BEST 4-6 MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY: Silver Round Charger – offered by Nancy Jo Anderson, Ojibway Blanket of Roses - offered by Pat Connors BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST 4-6 MONTH PUPPY: Silver Oval Tray A page in the Italian Greyhound Magazine – offered by Lynn Ezzell, Italian Greyhound Magazine owner. Etched 3D custom crystal item of a moving IG with lighted base JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP – offered by Cecelia Resnick, Fiore Italian Greyhound BEST IN JUNIOR HANDLER IN SPECIALTY: Silver Lattice Edge Tray Custom Portrait – Lynn Partridge - offered by Deanna Meredith (Selah Italian Greyhounds) Loving Cup with Cherry Base – offered by Cecelia Weatherhead, Kashmir ALL ENTRANTS IN JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP: Goodie Bag worth at least $5.00 BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST OF BREED: Loving Cup with Cherry Base - offered by Denise & Jerry Milko and Karen Thayne. – offered by Angela & Phil Allen, Windancer Kennels BEST OF WINNERS: Round Silver Tray - offered by Clyde and Judith Haudrich, Prima IGs SELECT DOG: Silver Stirrup Cup – offered by Karen Gibson ––Andauer IGs SELECT BITCH: Silver Stirrup Cup– offered by Nancy Jo Anderson, Ojibway Many Thanks to these generous donors JUDGE’S AWARDS OF MERIT: $10.00 Gift Certificate to Amazon – offered by Karen Thayne & Pat Connors WINNERS DOG: Rectangular Silver Tray – offered by Simone Bingham, Barad Kennels of Tasmania to the General Trophy Fund: RESERVE WINNERS DOG: - offered by Silver Lattice Edge Tray WINNERS BITCH: Rectangular Silver Tray – Nancy & M.A. Anderson (Select Bitch, Best Puppy), offered by Treavor Butler & Patty Montez, Caliente (in loving memory of Ch. Noblecrest’s Mulberry I Luv NY) Pamela Conick and Corinne Cariello (Como & Iris Italian Greyhounds), RESERVE WINNERS BITCH: Silver Lattice Edge Tray Clyde and Judith Haudrich (Prima IGs) BEST OF WINNERS: Round Silver Tray Jerome & Denise Milko Liz Katris BEST BRED BY EXHIBITOR DOG - FIRST PLACE: Annette McCarthy Crate Pad – offered by Mary Hughes, Aura Carol Wiedmer Embroidered chair – offered by Barry & Connie Tompkins, Celia Weatherhead (Best of Breed) BEST BRED BY EXHIBITOR BITCH FIRST PLACE Crate Pad – offered by Mary Hughes, Aura Karen Gibson First through Fourth Place in All Regular Classes: Greyhound Head Leash Holder Michelle Parris Sharon McKay AKC NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLER SERIES BEST OF BREED: Rick Weyrich Custom Portrait – offered by Lynn Partridge Gail Vitali (in loving memory of Tudor’s Armani) Silver Lattice Edge Tray Patty Montez BEST BRED BY EXHIBITOR: Silver Round Charger Treavor Butler BEST PUPPY IN REGULAR CLASS: Silver Stirrup Cup Cindy Larue BEST VETERAN DOG: Rectangular Silver Tray – offered by Jerry & Denise Milko, Bravehounds BEST VETERAN BITCH: Rectangular Silver Tray – offered by Jerry & Denise Milko, Bravehounds Karen Muller 1ST THROUGH 4TH IN EACH REGULAR VETERAN CLASSES: Greyhound Head Leash Holder. Buddy Peek All Veteran Classes prizes are offered by Denise & Jerry Milko (Bravehound) and Karen Mueller (Regale) Renee Cooper STUD DOG FIRST PLACE: Round Silver Tray Stelios Viennas BROOD BITCH FIRST PLACE: Round Silver Tray – offered by Michelle Parris, Parris Taylor & Becky Barnes 2ND THROUGH 4TH PLACE FOR STUD AND BROOD BITCH placements: John & Terri Jones Key Chain – offered by Denise & Jerry Milko Richard Valentini BRACE FIRST PLACE: Greyhound Head Leash Holder Mary Hughes TEAM FIRST PLACE: Greyhound Head Lash Holder BEST BRED-BY EXHIBITOR: Silver Round Charger Michelle Verrier-Davis

8 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 9 OBEDIENCE TRIAL VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES HGHEST SCORING ITALIAN GREYHOUND IN THE REGULAR OBEDIENCE CLASSES: Silver Tray BEST IN VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES: Choice of print “Generations” or “All Together” Large Paw Print Photo Frame and Ribbon Holder – offered by Lynn Partridge Alura IGs BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST IN VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES: Dog Bedding RALLY TRIAL 1ST THROUGH 4TH IN ALL VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES: Soft Dog Toy HIGHEST COMBINED SCORING DOG IN ADVANCED B and EXCELLENT B: Large Paw Print Photo Frame and Ribbon Holder JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP HIGHEST SCORING ITALIAN GREYHOUND IN THE REGULAR CLASSES: Silver Tray BEST IN JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP: Italian Greyhound Groom Apron ALL ENTRANTS IN JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP: Goodie Bag worth at least $5.00 - offered by Denise & Jerry Milko and Karen Thayne. Sincere Thank You to these donors for their contributions to awards for performance events Sincere Appreciation to these donors for contributions to the Lure Coursing, Obedience, and Rally: Regional Specialty awards: Pamela Conick and Corinne Cariello - Como & Iris Pamela Conick and Corinne Cariello (Como & Iris Italian Greyhounds) Sei-Ichiro Ishimaru Jennifer Graves Mary Marlowe – Rhamah John and Terri Jones Jill Paterson Marsha Pugh (Moonglow IGs) Marsha Pugh – Moonglow Thank you Alicia Reed, for donating the goodie bags for the rescue parade. Karen Thayne – Izat 2017 IGCA Regional Specialty - Prizes BEST OF BREED: 2017 Trophy Sponsonsips & Other Donations Gold Tone IG Statue on wood base – offered by Jill Paterson Large Dog Bed Help make your National & Regional specialty a success by offering a TROPHY DONA- A Page in the Italian Greyhound Magazine – offered by Lynn Ezzell, Italian Greyhound Magazine Owner. TION!! Trophy donations can be made for specific classes, placements or to the general BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST OF BREED: Dog Bedding fund toward the expense of hosting the specialty. (SEE THE PREVIOUS 3 PAGES FOR BEST OF WINNERS: Greyhound Bookend AVAILABLE, UNSPONSORED AWARDS.) SELECT DOG & BITCH: Dog Bedding JUDGE’S AWARDS OF MERIT: Soft Dog Toy For recognition in the show catalog, donations must be received by: Saturday, April 3rd WINNERS DOG: Dog Bedding – offered by Mary Hughes – Aura IGs RESERVE WINNERS DOG: Basket of Goodies – minimum $10.00 value – offered by Izat Kennels Your generosity is greatly valued and really helps towards the success of the event. WINNERS BITCH: Dog Bedding – offered by Mary Hughes – Aura IGs Every donation counts! RESERVE WINNERS BITCH: Basket of Goodies – minimum $10.00 – offered by Izat Kennels BEST BRED BY EXHIBITOR DOG FIRST PLACE: Lantern Bird Feeder Donations can be sent via PayPal with the notation “2017 Trophies” BEST BRED BY EXHIBITOR BITCH FIRST PLACE: Lantern Bird Feeder indicate the payment goes to: [email protected] BEST VETERAN DOG: Basket of Goodies worth a minimum of $10.00 – offered by Izat Kennels Or please send checks payable to IGCA with “2017 Trophies” on the memo line to: BEST VETERAN BITCH: For National: For Regional: Basket of Goodies worth a minimum of $10.00 – offered by Izat Kennels Denise Milko Mary Marlowe 1ST THROUGH 4TH IN ALL REGULAR CLASSES: Small Dog Toy 7700 Coastal Highway 832 Bailey Woods Rd AKC NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES BEST OF BREED: Greyhound Bookend and Soft Dog Toy FIRST PLACIN STUD DOG & BROOD BITCH CLASSES: Greyhound Bookend Ocean City, MD 21842 Dacula, GA 30019 BRACE FIRST PLACE: Dog toy for each brace member TEAM FIRST PLACE: Dog toy for each brace member Any questions? Contact Denise at: [email protected] or Mary at: [email protected] PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES Please provide your name, kennel, any memoriam info, where you would like BEST IN PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES: Choice of print “Generations” or “All Together” your donation assigned, your phone number and email. – offered by Lynn Partridge Alura IGs 1ST THROUGH 4TH IN ALL PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES: Belly Band or Female panties Or go to the 2017 Specialty website: http://igcans.com/ and download a Trophy Donation Form. – offered by Karen Thayne BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST IN PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES: Dog Bedding

10 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 11 2017 Obedience & Rally Trials Sweepstakes

OPEN TO ALL TOY BREEDS ENTRIES JUDGES: HARRY BENNETT (NATIONAL) MONDAY, JUNE 5, 2017 CLOSE CHELSEA JAMES (REGIONAL) 7:00 p.m. JUDGE: ANITA EISTHEN Sat., May 13 DIVISION OF ENTRY MONEY AS PRIZES FOR BOTH SWEEPSTAKES The club will retain 35% of the entry fees for expenses. Distribuon of the remaining 65% depends upon the number NOTES FOR TRIALS: Qualifying Score required for all prizes in Regular Classes. of entries in each class and will be allocated by the following schedule of the percent of the remainder for each class. Dark Green Qualifying Ribbon will be awarded to each dog receiving a qualifying score. Placement 1 entry 2 entries 3 entries 4+ entries ‘Dog’ means either sex. Move-ups will be allowed at this show. First place 100% 60% 50% 40% Second place 40% 30% 30% BOTH Jump Heights MUST be included on the entry form. Third place 20% 20% TRIALS - All classes Fourth place 10% will be in OBEDIENCE TRIAL descending REGULAR CLASSES: PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES order. Open to any purebred Italian Greyhound at least six (6) months of age and under eighteen (18) months of • Novice A • Novice B • Open A • Open B • Utility A • Utility B age on the day of the show. Dogs entered in any Puppy Sweepstakes Class MUST be entered in a Regular ALTERNATIVE TITLING CLASSES: conformaton class in the Natonal Specialty at the regular fee. AKC Champions of Record may be entered in • Preferred Novice • Preferred Open • Preferred Utility these classes. Dogs may not be shown by anyone who is considered a professional handler (accepng money OPTIONAL TITLING CLASSES: for showing a dog) unless the dog is owner or co-owned by the professional handler. At the compleon of the • Beg. Novice A • Beg. Novice B • Graduate Novice • Graduate Open • Versatility individual class judging, each of the class winners shall be brought back to the ring for awarding of Best in Sweepstakes and Best of Opposite to Best in Sweepstakes. Entries shall be made on the same entry form as the dog’s regular class. Indicate “Sweepstakes” and age division in the space for “Additional Class”. RALLY TRIAL (Limited to 90 entries) CLASSIFICATION (Same Classes for Dogs and Bitches) REGULAR CLASSES: • Puppy, 6 mos. and under 9 mos. • Puppy, 9 mos. and under 12 mos. • Novice A • Advanced A • Excellent A • 12 mos. and under 15 mos. • 15 mos. and under 18 mos. • 18 mos. and under 24 mos. • Novice B • Advanced B • Excellent B VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES A NEW TITLE Rosette will be awarded to any dog completing an Obedience or Rally title at these trials. Veteran Sweepstakesis open to any purebred Italian Greyhound seven (7) years of age or older on the day of the show. Dogs entered in Veteran Sweepstakes class need not be entered in a Regular conformaon class. AKC Champions of Record may be entered in these classes. Neutered dogs and spayed bitches may be Junior Showmanship entered in these classes. At the completion of the individual class judging, each of the class winners shall be brought back to the ring for awarding of Best in Veteran Sweepstakes and Best of Opposite Sex to Best in JUDGES: ANDREA BRADFORD, MD (NATIONAL) Veteran Sweepstakes. CAROL SMITH (REGIONAL) If the dog is entered in another class and this is an additional entry, indicate Veteran Sweepstakes and thre The bottom back of the entry form MUST be filled out with the Junior’s information, including AKC number, in age division in the space for ‘Additional Class’. order for the entry to be accepted. Call the American Kennel Club to obtain a number. (919) 816-3595. At CLASSIFICATION (Same Classes for Dogs and Bitches) Specialty shows, the dog handled must be of the breed for which the show is held. There must be competition in • 7 years & under 9 years • 9 years & under 11 years • 11 years & older order for Best Junior to be awarded. BITCHES IN SEASON ARE NOT PERMITTED. No Entry Fee if the dog is entered elsewhere in the specialty, otherwise $20. NOVICE CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years and under 18 years old on the day of the show and 4 - 6 Month Beginner Puppy - (National Only) who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places awards, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. JUDGE: ANDREA BRADFORD, MD OPEN CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Place awards in a Novice Class in a licensed or member The Four-to-Six Month Puppy competition is for dogs that are four months of age and over but under six months show, with competition present in the Novice Class. Juniors which according to their records have completed on the day of the event. Professional handlers are not permitted to exhibit in this class. Class will not be divided by sex the requirements to compete in the Open class but whose status is unconfirmed by the American Kennel Club in this competition. Puppies bandaged, taped, glued or stitched anywhere including ears or tail will not be judged. are limited to competing in the Open Class for a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the Junior The winner of Best of Breed will be awarded points toward the CM title based on the number of dogs defeated completed the requirements according to their records. in breed, and the Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed winner based on the number of dogs defeated in their sex. MASTER CLASS. This class will be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years on the The Certificate of Merit requires 15 points awarded in accordance with the following points structure based on ther day of the show, and who have won 10 first place wins in an Open class with competition to be eligible to enter number of dogs competing: 2 = 1 • 4 = 2 • 8 = 3 • 12 = 4 • 16 = 5 the Limited Class Competition. The calendar for this class will be November 1 - October 31 of the following year. All Juniors meeting the criteria for this class are required to enter the Master Class and may change their Note that 4-6 mos. puppies are not permitted ringside except during competition. entry the day of the show if entries have already closed. Once the eligibility time frame for that year has passed all participants return to the Open Class to compete for the following year. To enter, please use the entry form included in this premium list. Entry Fee is $20.

12 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 13 Breed Classes AKC National Owner Handler Series (NOHS) ENTRIES JUDGES: CECELIA RESNICK (NATIONAL) CLOSE NOHS IS OFFERED AT BOTH SPECIALTIES SEI-ICHIRO ISHIMARU (REGIONAL) 7:00 p.m. Sat., May 13 CLASSIFICATION Remember to check the box at the bottom of the entry form to participate. REGULAR CLASSES (Classes for Dogs and Bitches) If you are entering on the SDS website online entry, list NOHS in one of the • Puppy, 6 mos. and under 9 mos. • Puppy, 9 mos. and under 12 mos. • 12 mos. and under 18 mos. spots for additional classes. There is no additional entry fee for participating in the NOHS. • Amateur-Owner-Handler • Bred By Exhibitor • American Bred • Open • BEST OF BREED The AKC National Owner-Handled Series is a non-titling competition for dogs that are exhibited by their owners that There are NO classes offered for Novice. are not professional handlers. All dogs that are owner-handled and are not solely owned or exhibited by profes- NOTE: Bred By Exhibitor (BBE) Class Eligibility sional handlers meet the requirements for this competition. Exhibitors must declare their dog is Owner-Handled 1. All dogs entered in the Bred by Exhibitor Class must be individually registered with the AKC, AS OF eligible at the time of entry using the check box on the entry form. THE DATE OF THE EVENT. (Eff. 1-1-10) 2. The person handling the dog must be both a breeder of record and an owner of record of the dog. Eligible dogs will be identified by an asterisk in the steward’s book & the catalog. Dogs must be handled 3. To exhibit in this class, family members must be a registered breeder and owner of record. throughout the breed level competition for the regular show by an eligible owner. Professional han- dlers, household members and current assistants to professional handlers may not exhibit the dog in NON-REGULAR CLASSES - SINGLE DOG ENTRIES - for Dogs and Bitches this competition. Veteran Class - For dogs seven (7) years of age and older. Judging of Veteran Classes will be after Winners Dog and Winners Bitch. Winners of these classes will be eligible for Best of Breed competition To learn more about this exciting AKC program recognizing those who handle their own dogs, and to view current rankings in your breed and overall, go to: www.akc.org/events/nohs/ • Veteran 7 years & over, under 9 years • Veteran 9 years & over, under 11 years • Veteran 11 years & older NOTE: AKC Rules Applying to Dog Shows. Chapter 11. Sect. 8. Neutered dogs and spayed bitches are allowed to compete in Veterans Classes only at independent specialties and/or those all-breed shows Parade!! ( National Only) which do not offer any competitive classes beyond Best of Breed. These are all independent specialties PARADE OF TITLEHOLDERS NON-REGULAR CLASSES - MULTIPLE DOG ENTRIES The Parade of Titleholders will take place on Thursday, June 8, 2017. Participants need not be entered in the specialty. Neutered and spayed IGs are eligible. Stud Dog Class - For Stud Dogs and two (2) or more of their Get. It is not necessary that the Get be under the Anyone interested in bragging about th Italian Greyhound’s accomplishments, please send same ownership as that of the Stud Dog. The Stud Dog must be entered in the Stud Dog class and shown in the ring with his Get. The Stud Dog may be entered separately in one of the Regular or Non-Regular classes at the regular the form below with a 50 word or less bio and a check for $15 made payable to IGCA to: entry fee of $32, with ‘Stud Dog’ class indicated on the entry form in the space for additional classes at an additional Patty Montez $20. Or, the Stud Dog may be entered in Stud Dog class ONLY for a $20 entry fee. 3312 Highway 367 N, Austin, AR 72007-8709 The Get MUST be entered in one of the Regular Classes, but there is no additional entry fee for (501) 213-6578 [email protected] them as participants with their sire in this non-regular class. The Get only will be judged, on the merits of the Get. While the merits of the Stud Dog are not to be considered in the placement of the entry, the Stud Dog must be NAME:______examined to determine if it has a condition that would require its disqualification or being excused under the Dog Show Rules, AKC policy or the standard for the Breed. ADDRESS:______NOTE: AKC Rules Applying to Dog Shows. Chapter 11. Sect. 8. A castrated male may be entered as Stud Dog in the Stud Dog Class and a spayed bitch may be entered as Brood Bitch in the Brood Bitch Class. CITY:______STATE:______Brood Bitch Class - Same as Stud Dog Class except substitute Brood Bitch for Stud Dog, Produce for Get. PHONE:______Brace Class - Effective January 1, 2005. A brace is defined by AKC as two (2) dogs of the same recognized breed or variety that are similar in appearance, performing in unison, and presented by a maximum of two handlers. Both EMAIL ADDRESS:______dogs competing in brace competition must have at least one common owner. The dogs comprising the Brace must be named at the time of the entry, Entry fee is $32 for the pair if this is the only class in which they are entered; NAME OF DOG and titles (as to appear on your rosette): PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY specify ‘Brace Only’ on the entry form. If a dog that is to be part of a Brace is entered in another class, specify ‘Brace Class’ in the ‘Additional Entry’ section on the entry form. Brace Class Fee is $20. ______NOTE: Effective January 1, 2005. A brace is defined by AKC as two dogs of the same recognized breed or variety that are similar in appearance, performing in unison, and presented by a maximum of two handlers. Both DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: May 8, 2017 dogs competing in Brace must have one common owner.

Team Class. A team is defined as four dogs of the same recognized breed that are similar in appearance, performing in unison, and presented by a maximum of four handlers. All dogs competing in the team must have at least one common RESCUE PARADE owner. A TEAM must be named at the time of the entry, only a single entry fee for the Team Class is required. There is NO ENTRY FEE for participation in the Rescue Parade. If a dog which is to be part of a Team is not entered in a single-class entry, it must be entered for ‘Team Class Only. Full For more information about Parade contact: particulars for each dog must be given on individual entry forms. If a dog is entered in another class, designate Team in the space for Additional Class. Assign a NAME FOR THE TEAM somewhere on the entry forms. Team Entry Fee is $20 (one Rescue Parade Chair: Trevear Butler – ([email protected]) fee for the entire team). 14 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 15 16 the proceeds willbesplitbetweentheIGCA and theIGCAHealthFoundation. present for50/50raffle, Ifnowinnerpresent, itemswillbedonatedtorescueandifnowinner mailed. be will money or items no items, tickets availableeverydaywithdrawing on Fridayatlunchtime!Winnersmustbepresenttopickuptheir A heldonThursday! Tablewithseveraldogrelated itemswillbesetupMondaywithadrawing A Raffle 50/50 Raffle (50% of proceeds to club and 50% of proceeds to the winning ticket) will also beheldwith (50% of proceedstocluband50%thewinningticket)willalso 50/50 Raffle Owner’s cell:______E-mail:______name: Owner’s ______name: call Dog’s Dog’s registeredname:______(PLEASE PRINTCLEARLY)     Enter asmanyclassesyouwish: to IGCA.Judgebeannounced. In- personentriesaccepteduntil1hourbeforeclassbegins.Makecheckspayable Classes aredividedbyclasseslistedbelow,butnotsex. standard inthatindividualclass. evaluate eachdogandawardtheonewhich,injudge’sopinion,exemplifies an activeexampleofthevariouscomponentsstandard.AnAKCjudgewill Greyhound Standard.Theclasswillpresent,tobothparticipantsandspectators, This isaninstructiveclassofferedtoprovideavisualconceptoftheAKCItalian

Bestfront Bestfeet Besttopline Besthead Join usaftertheBreeder’sEducationSeminarandbeforeJudge’sEducation. Send entriesto:MarshaPughP.O.Box787Hughesville,MD20637 VISUALIZING THE Entries are$5.00perclass.acceptedbymailuntilMay15,2017. All ItalianGreyhoundssixmonthsandolderarewelcometoparticipate. STANDARD Questions? Contact [email protected] Educational Event SILENT AUCTION:

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with thisformto:KristiCrouch,890AnemoneRd,FourSeasons,MO65049 If payingbycheck,pleasemakechecks/moneyorderspayabletoIGCA inUSfunds&send to If payingbyPaypal,indicatehere Total #ofmeals reserved(@$45ea)____Total submitted:$______Number forregularBuffet:______Name ofGuestsincludedinthisreservation: Email: ______Phone:______Name ofpersonmakingthereservation: ______RunfortheRosesBuffet Iced Water, IcedTea, Freshly brewed CoffeeStationwillbeavailable anoptionalplateofPasta Primavera withVegetables isavailable Payment isgladlyacceptedthroughPayPal.LogintoPayPaland“Send Money” The Auctionextravaganza willbeheldinconjunctionwithour BanquetonThursdayevening. [email protected] Please considercontributing anyitemsthatmightbeofinterest toyourfellowIGfanciers! Fresh Garden SaladwithRanchorRaspberryVinaigrette Mustard Potato Green Salad~~Country-Style Beans The banquet’sSilentAuctionhasbeenan importantsourceofrevenueeachyearand Please contactour AuctionChairKristiCrouchtodonate – Choice of:Bread Pudding, Choc.CakeorPecan Pie Annual Banquet &Auction QUESTIONS? Bring yourDerbyHatandJoinUs!!! Crispy Buttermilk“Kentucky Style”Chicken IGCABanquet&SilentAuction Molasses GlazedPork BarbequeRibs ~~~ Vegetarian Option: ~~~ it dependsonthegenerousdonationsfrom ourmembers. Thursday, June8th,2017 AUCTION –AUCTION –AUCTION  Clarion Ballroom but mustbeordered! Contact andmailthisformtoPatattheaddressbelow.

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Specialty Catalog Advertising Lunches Offered 4 Days ALL BOX LUNCHES COME WITH CHOICE OF BOTTLED WATER OR SOFT DRINK DEADLINE FOR CATALOG AD SUBMISSION IS Wednesday, May 10th Tuesday - Boxed Lunch Choice of Smoked Turkey with Pepper Jack Cheese or Ham & Swiss (circle choice) The size of the print area of a full page ad is 4.5” x 7.5”; a half page is 4.5” x 3.75”. Comes with: Pasta Salad, Potato Chips, Choc. Chip Cookie, Drink No bleeds; there will be a white margin around each ad page when printed. I would like __ (indicate #) Tuesday lunches @$15.00. Total: $______(total) Print-ready pages are accepted (this means no changing or re-sizing is needed and the page is at least 300 dpi and in PDF format). If prepared ads are sent in a different height to width Wednesday - Deli Buffet Lunch ratio, they will be reduced to fit the specified size which will change the appearance of the ad and Fresh Garden Salad with Assorted Dressings, Cole Slaw, Display of Sliced Deli Meats and Chees- possibly, the font. es, Condiments and Garnishes, Assorted Bread & Rolls, Assortment of Freshly Baked Cookies and If you would like a page designed for you, it can be done from your text and photo Rich Choc. Brownies, Ice Water, Iced Tea and Freshly Brewed Coffee Station submission. There is a $25 set-up charge that includes one photo scanned and re-sized. You will I would like __ (indicate #) Wednesday lunches @$15.00. Total: $______(total) receive a proof of your page to review prior to printing. (Set-up fee not including in pricing below.) Please email your desired ad text, and include a 300 dpi resolution photo (no photos Thursday - Boxed Lunch lifted from the web because they are not even 1/3 the resolution required for a crisp clear photo Choice of Smoked Turkey with Pepper Jack Cheese or Roast Beef & Cheddar (circle choice) in your print ad). You can also send your ad info by postal mail but Priority or Express is best Comes with: Potato Salad, Potato Chips, Sugar Cookie, Drink because of the short time until ads close. I would like __ (indicate #) Thursday lunches @$15.00. Total: $______(total) Full Page Color with photo $ 35.00 2 Page Spread Color $ 65.00 Friday - Buffet Half Page Color with photo $ 25.00 Caesar Salad & Fresh Mozzarella, Basil & Tomato Salad, Tri-Color Rotini Salad & Classic Meat Full Page Black & White $ 30.00 Lasagna, Grilled Bruschetta Chicken Linguine, Grilled Mediterranean Vegetables, Crusty Garlic Outside Back Cover $ 75.00 Toast, Pecan Pie or Chocolate Cake, Ice Water, Iced Tea, Freshly Brewed Coffee Station Inside Back Cover $ 55.00 I would like __ (indicate #) Friday lunches @$15.00. Total: $______(total) If paying by check, please make checks/money orders payable to IGCA in US funds & send with this form to: Specialty Dog Shows, Catalog Ads, 4891 Ballantrae Road, Bloomfield Hlls, MI 48301 GRAND TOTAL FOR LUNCHES: $ ______QUESTIONS? Contact Arden - [email protected] Name of person making the reservation: ______

Photographs mailed will be returned at the show, or you may include a self-addressed, stamped envelope Email: ______Phone: ______along with your submission. Please remember to write your name address on the back of each photo. Name of Guests included in thie reservation: Specialty Catalogs ______$20 each ______Pre-order your multi-event, 2017 Specialty Catalog to ensure you will get one and also to help us know how many to print. If paying by Paypal, indicate here  and mail this form to Pat at the address below. Payment is gladly accepted through PayPal. Log into PayPal and “Send Money” to Pay for a Specialty Catalog on your entry form and include the cost with your entry fees, [email protected]. Indicate ‘Lunches’ in the message area or go to the specialty website for order information. http://igcans.com If paying by check, please make checks/money orders payable to IGCA in US funds & send with The 2017 catalog will include both the National and Reginal specialties, All-Toy-Breeds this form to: Pat Connors, 2984 Masters View Road, Lexington, KY 40511 Obedience & Rally Trials, both Sweepstakes, Parade and Exhibitor entries, Exhibitor Listing and more. You may pick up your catalog at the show committee table 1/2 hour QUESTIONS? Contact Pat [email protected] prior to the first AKC event of the week. You can also find reservation forms for meals and special events online at: http://igcans.com Only limited number of catalogs will be available for sale at the show.

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Every welcome bag will contain a Kentucky Horse Park Magazine, a 2017 Visitors Guide to Lexington and the surrounding area, 2 maps to help you navigate the area, and a stitched Blue Lex Horse Logo which is featured on the all travel and guide signs throughout Lexington. Dont forget to bring your Derby [Thank you Michelle Verrier-Davis for your generous donation of the Welcome Bags!] to the Italian Greyhound National • The 2017 Arabian Egyptian Event will be held June 7-10, 2017 at the Kentucky Horse Park. . . . A Costume Contest!! Barn Parties, beautiful horses and horse competition! For more infor mation visit: https://www.pyramidsociety.org RUN FOR THE ROSES • Festival of the Bluegrass – June 8-11, 2017 – Held at the Ken- tucky Horse Park Campgrounds At the Host Hotel - Clarion Ballroom For more information, visit: http://www.festivalofthebluegrass.com/ • The Kentucky Horse Park - This year celebrating 100 years – Thursday Morning, June 8th Man-O-War! Come visit the museums and other park attractions. For more information, visit: https://www.kyhorsepark.com/ Bring your Italian Greyhound in costume to be judged on Creativity, Originality, an Theme. • The Red Mile: The world’s oldest harness trotting track, ICGA President Mary Ann Smart will introduce the entries who will be evaluated by three opened in 1875! judges. 1st through 4th place will be awarded a basket full of goodies; other contestants will • Mary Todd Lincoln House receive a toy and chocolate. Make entries on the pre-entry form below or at the event, just • Henry Clay Estate prior to starting. Forms will also be available at the club table Monday, June 5 through the 8th. • Alltech Lexington Brewery and Town Branch Distillery • Horse Farm tours: visitLex.com If paying by Paypal, indicate here  and mail this form to Pam Conick at the address below. • Old Kentucky Chocolates: Payment is gladly accepted through PayPal. Log into PayPal and “Send Money” Monday - Thursday tours - OldKycandy.com to [email protected]. Indicate ‘Costume Contest’ in the message area • Thoroughbred Park, downtown Lex - Features 7 life size bronze horses great spot for pictures. If paying by check, please make checks/money orders payable to IGCA in US funds & send • Shopping - Fayette Mall, Clay Avenue - with this form to: Pamela V. Conick, Special Events Chair Shops right off East Main Street & Hamburg Shopping area off I75 3010 13th Street, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096

*** WEATHER IN LEXINGTON, KY -- June 3-9 *** QUESTIONS? Contact Pam at [email protected] Longitude: -84.6058 Latitude: 38.0408 Owner Name: ______The average rainfall during the month of June is 4.45 inches but most days are bright and sunny with occassional clouds. Dog Name or Names: ______During the show week, there should be 14-1/2 hours of daylight, with sunrise at 6:15 a.m. (give or take a minute) and sunset just s few minutes before 9:00 p.m. Title of Your Theme: ______Temperature is predicted to be between 79-85 degrees during the day and 57-65 degrees at night. Email: ______Phone: ______

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DIVISION Point Schedule for Italian Greyhound - Effective May 17, 2017 Wednesday, June 7, 2017 (Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana) The IGCA invites you to an evening event in recognition DOGS - BITCHES DOGS - BITCHES DOGS - BITCHES DOGS - BITCHES DOGS - BITCHES of the 2016 top Italian Greyhounds! 1 point 2 points 3 points 4 points 5 points A plated dinner will accompany the Top Twenty on Wednesday, June 7th, 2017 at 2 2 3 4 4 6 5 5 6 8 the Clarion Hotel Ballroom. Dinner begins at 6:00 pm with Top 20 starting at 7:00 MPORTANT - TRANSFER of dogs from regular classes to Best of Breed (Ch. 11 Section 6, AKC Rules) MUST be pm. made to the Show Secretary at least 30 minutes prior to the start of any regular conformation judging at this show. Obedience and Rally transfers are allowed at this show; requests must be made in writing and presented to the $50 per person, including all tax & gratuity and one Top 20 Catalog show secretary at least 30 minutes prior to the start of each trial. Menu Choices: # of each Option 1: Boneless Pork Loin topped with a Balsamic Glaze Fresh Garden Salad with Ranch or Balsamic Dressing Vegetable Blend, Sour Cream & Chive Mashed Potatoes Freshly Baked Yeast Rolls with Butter ______

Option 2: Chicken Marsala Fresh Garden Salad with Ranch or Balsamic Dressing Vegetable Blend Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes Freshly Baked Yeast Rolls with Butter ______

Option 3: Vegetarian Plated - Fried Green Tomatoes Fresh Garden Salad with Ranch or Balsamic Dressing Vegetable Blend Sour Cream & Chive Mashed Potatoes Freshly Baked Yeast Rolls with Butter ______

All Options will have a desert choice of Derby Pie or Cheesecake; Iced Water, Iced Tea, Freshly brewed Coffee Station will be available. Additional Catalogs are available by pre-prder ($12 each) ______Grand Total for Top 20: $ ______

[Cash Bar will be available] Name of person making the reservation: ______Specialty Merchandise Our stunning 2017 National logos were artfully designed Email: ______Phone: ______by Katarzyna Mijakowska – Firewire Name of Guests included in this reservation: Don’t forget to order your specialty items from the ______IGCA 2017 National Specialty website at http://igcans.com/merchandise ______You may order on line an pick up your items at the show or have then shipped to you. If paying by Paypal, indicate here  and mail this form to Carol at the address below. All items ordered prior to May 15, 2017 will be available for pick up at the Payment is gladly accepted through PayPal. Log into PayPal and “Send Money” to national specialty or can be shipped to your address for $5.00 shipping fee. [email protected]. Indicate ‘Top 20’ in the message area

If paying by check, please make checks/money orders payable to IGCA in US funds & send with this form to: A limited number of items will be for sale at the National Specialty. Carol Smith, 188 Forest Glenn Circle, Avondale Estates, GA 30002-1201 Questions? Contact Patty Montez at [email protected] (501) 213-6578 or Pam Conick [email protected] (847) 989- 0215 QUESTIONS? Contact Carol at honoreig@aol

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Entering the Shows & Trials . . . ENTRY FEES OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM ON PAGE 5 2017 ITALIAN GREYHOUND CLUB OF AMERICA You can SUBMIT an entry any of four ways: • On Line • Postal Mail * National & Regional Specialties -- Lexington, KY  ICGA ALL TOY BREED OBEDIENCE TRIAL (June 5) (AKC Event #2017176305) • Email attachment • Fax ADD Specialty You may PAY for your entry any of three ways: • Visa/MasterCard/Discover  ICGA ALL TOY BREED OBEDIENCE TRIAL (June 5) (AKC Event #2017176310)  Catalog $20 • Check • PayPal  ICGA NATIONAL SPECIALTY, SWEEPSTAKES, JR.SHWMSHP (June 6-8) (AKC Event #2017176306) & 4-6 MO.PUP (#07)  ICGA REGIONAL SPECIALTY, SWEEPSTAKES, JR. SHOWMANSHIP (June 9) (AKC Event #2017176304) Enter ONLINE at www.specialtydogshows.com; pay by credit/debit card or PayPal; receive automatic email confirmation. .NOTE EARLY CLOSING - ENTRIES CLOSE at the Show Secretary’s Office at 7:00 p.m. DST, Saturday, MAY 13, 2017, after which entries cannot Follow payment instructions carefully at the end of the fillable entry form be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the AKC Dog Show Rules. or call the Show Secretary at (248) 851-9729. There is a $4 per dog convenience fee if paying by credit or debit card or by PayPal. ~ READ ENTRY & PAYMENT OPTIONS BELOW CAREFULLY. CHECK METHOD OF PAYMENT ~ (One $4 fee no matter how many classes or shows a dog is entered in all week using one entry form) MAIL entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows, 4891 Ballantrae Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001 MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO SPECIALTY DOG SHOWS; US banks only. ONLY ~ *If Express Mail - You MUST sign ‘signature waiver’ to ensure your entry arrives before closing.  I am entering ON LINE with automatic confirmation at: http://specialtydogshows.com

Judging Programs will be mailed as soon as possible after closing with printed entry confirmations. INK Pay by credit/debit card or PayPal -- a $4 convenience fee applies to both. (Only one $4 fee per dog, not per class or show) If you do not receive written confirmation & Judging Program by 6 days prior to the specialty, If entring by MAIL, send entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows, 4891 Ballantrae Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001 please email or call the Show Secretary with your dog’s registration number immediately.  I am entering by Mail, enclosing: $ ______total fees by check or money order  I am entering by Mail and wish to pay by credit or debit card the amount of $ ______[include $4 per dog convenience fee]; NOTICES TO EXHIBITORS I authorize entry & convenience fees to be applied to the DISCOVER or VISA or MC credit/debit card below. Telegraph, Telephone and Unsigned Entries Cannot Be Accepted. Entries Not On Official AKC Entry Forms and Pho-  I am entering by FAX: (248) 855-6675 - and wish to pay by credit or debit card in the amount of $ ______[including tocopies of Entry Forms without Agreement and Rules on the reverse side are NOT ACCEPTABLE per AKC rules. $4 per dog, per show convenience fee]; I authorize fees to be applied to the DISCOVER or VISA or MC card below.

• Mail all entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows/Arden Shaw, Show Secretary, 4891 Ballantrae, Bloomfield Hills, Card No. ______

MI 48301-1001. Entries received without fees will not be accepted. Acknowledgement of entries will be made as soon as AND USE BLACK OR BLUE Expirat. practical with identification cards. Date: ______NAME ON CARD (PRINT) SIGNATURE OF CARDHOLDER

• Enter On Line at: www.specialtydogshows.com, go to the top of the Events page. PRINT • For Hand Delivery, the street address is 4891 Ballantrae, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001. Please check the ‘No signa- Note: If the billing address of the cardholder is not identical to that of the ‘OWNER(S)’ printed below, please provide here: ture required’ on express mail deliveries. ______• Fax Entries: 1-248-855-6675. BOTH sides of the entry form must be transmitted. Entries may be accompanied by a cover PUPPY sheet stating the number of pages, what show(s) and how many dogs per show. Entries received by fax MUST have entry fees BREED: ______SEX :______CLASS: ______SWEEPSTAKES: paid simultaneously and prior to the closing date and time, by credit or debit card, or PayPal or entries will not be accepted.  6-9 mos. ADDITIONAL CLASSES: ______• Email Entries: to [email protected] A fillable AKC generic entry form that can be mailed or emailed is  9-12 mos.  12-15 mos. available on the AKC website: http://classic.akc.org/pdfs/AEN999.pdf DOG’S REG. NAME: ______15-18 mos. • Make All Checks and Money Orders payable to Specialty Dog Shows in U.S. funds only. Please send only checks or JUNIOR HANDLER JUMP HEIGHT (Required) 18-24 mos. OBEDIENCE RALLY money orders; the Secretary assumes no responsibility for cash sent through the mail. NAME:______VETERAN • A required $3.00 AKC Event Service Fee and a $.50 Recording Fee for eachdog entered at any Licensed or Member ______SWEEPSTAKES:  AKC REG NO. DATE OF BIRTH PLACE OF BIRTH club show IS INCLUDED IN THE ENTRY FEE. For Rally entries, the recording fee is $3.50, for the first entry and $3.00  7-9 years  ILP NO.  USA 9 -11 years for each additional entry. These Event Service and Recording fees are collected by the Show-giving club and paid to the  FOREIGN REG. NO. & COUNTRY  Canada  ______ Foreign 11 years + American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class in the show. Fees are to be collected on each entry, except sweepstakes, junior showmanship and multiple dog non-regular classes (American Kennel Club Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2.) BREEDER(S) ______• No entry shall be made and no entry shall be accepted which specifies any conditions as to its acceptance. SIRE ______Entry Fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused by Veterinarian or Judge, or barred from competition by action of the event’s Show Committee. If because of riots, wars, strikes, civil disturbances, national DAM ______emergencies, health emergencies, and the dictates of law enforcement or of the owner(s) of the grounds and/or facilities or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to open or to complete the show, no refund of entry fee will ACTUAL OWNER(S) ______be made. Extreme weather conditions, such as, but not limited to, snow storms, hurricanes, lightning, extreme heat, heavy entry form must be sent. PLEASE the of BOTH sides ~ OWNER’S ADDRESS ______rains, or other circumstances including, but not limited to, the condition of the facilities or grounds and/or the ingress and egress from the grounds, must be considered for the health and safety of the dogs, exhibitors and spectators. The well-being CITY______STATE ______ZIP______of dogs, exhibitors and spectators is of paramount importance and, in the event it is necessary to cancel or stop the show AKC Reg. before completion, no refund of entry will be made. OWNER’S AGENT AT SHOW (if appl.) ______Handler? Y N • Post-dated Checks or Returned Checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. A collection fee will be added to the amount of each I certify that I am the actual owner of this dog or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owner whose name I have entered above. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I (we) agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club in effect at the time of this show or obedi- returned check. ence trial and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list for this show or obedience trial or both, and further agree to be • No refund for duplicate entries. Every effort will be made to find duplicates, however, if an entry has been processed, no bound by the Agreement printed on the reverse side (or opposite) this entry form. I (we) certify that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other refund will be made. dogs. This entry is submitted for acceptance on the foregoing representation and agreement. • An Administrative Fee of $4.00 will be withheld from all refunds for entries cancelled prior to closing.; due to the cost of SIGNATURE of owner of his agent duly authorized to make this entry ______processing, no refunds under $5.00 will be made.  OWNER HANDLER SERIES ELIGIBLE? (NOHS) Telephone ______• Errors on Entry Blanks. Owners are responsible for errors in making out entry forms, whoever may make such errors; no entry fee will be refunded in the event of such errors or cancellation of entries after the published closing date. Email address (Required) ______24 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 25 AKC Rules, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines are available on the American Kennel Club website www.akc.org AGREEMENT ENTRY FEES OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM ON PAGE 5 2017 ITALIAN GREYHOUND CLUB OF AMERICA I (we) agree that the club holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall National & Regional Specialties -- Lexington, KY deem sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the ICGA ALL TOY BREED OBEDIENCE TRIAL (June 5) (AKC Event #2017176305) opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prizes, ribbons or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the AKC, the  ADD Specialty event-giving club, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or event secretary and  ICGA ALL TOY BREED OBEDIENCE TRIAL (June 5) (AKC Event #2017176310)  Catalog $20 the owner and/or lessor of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event and  ICGA NATIONAL SPECIALTY, SWEEPSTAKES, JR.SHWMSHP (June 6-8) (AKC Event #2017176306) & 4-6 MO.PUP (#07) any employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any AKC approved judge judging at this event, harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to  ICGA REGIONAL SPECIALTY, SWEEPSTAKES, JR. SHOWMANSHIP (June 9) (AKC Event #2017176304) any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance .NOTE EARLY CLOSING - thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree ENTRIES CLOSE at the Show Secretary’s Office at 7:00 p.m. DST, Saturday, MAY 13, 2017, after which entries cannot to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the AKC Dog Show Rules. Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the ~ READ ENTRY & PAYMENT OPTIONS BELOW CAREFULLY. CHECK METHOD OF PAYMENT ~ liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including MAIL entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows, 4891 Ballantrae Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001 death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO SPECIALTY DOG SHOWS; US banks only. ONLY ~ account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, however  I am entering ON LINE with automatic confirmation at: http://specialtydogshows.com

such injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may INK Pay by credit/debit card or PayPal -- a $4 convenience fee applies to both. (Only one $4 fee per dog, not per class or show) be alleged to have been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or If entring by MAIL, send entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows, 4891 Ballantrae Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001 any other persons.  I am entering by Mail, enclosing: $ ______total fees by check or money order “I (WE) AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION, CONTROVERSY OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR  I am entering by Mail and wish to pay by credit or debit card the amount of $ ______[include $4 per dog convenience fee]; RELATED TO THE ENTRY, EXHIBITION OR ATTENDANCE AT THE EVENT BETWEEN THE AKC AND THE I authorize entry & convenience fees to be applied to the DISCOVER or VISA or MC credit/debit card below. EVENT-GIVING CLUB (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN ITS PREMIUM LIST) AND MYSELF (OURSELVES)  I am entering by FAX: (248) 855-6675 - and wish to pay by credit or debit card in the amount of $ ______[including OR AS TO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE $4 per dog, per show convenience fee]; I authorize fees to be applied to the DISCOVER or VISA or MC card below. SETTLED BY ARBITRATION PURSUANT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TO ARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGU- Card No. ______

LATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOWED AS SET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND AND USE BLACK OR BLUE Expirat. BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES.” Date: ______INSTRUCTIONS NAME ON CARD (PRINT) SIGNATURE OF CARDHOLDER PRINT 1. (Variety) If you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please Note: If the billing address of the cardholder is not identical to that of the ‘OWNER(S)’ printed below, please provide here: designate the particular variety you are entering. i.e. Cocker Spaniel (solid color black, ASCOB, parti-col- ______or). (not exceeding 13 in.; over 13 in. but not exceeding 15 in.) (longhaired, smooth, PUPPY wirehaired). Collies (rough, smooth). Bull Terriers (colored, white). Manchester Terriers (standard, toy). Chihuahuas BREED: ______SEX :______CLASS: ______SWEEPSTAKES: (smooth coat, long coat). English Toy Spaniels (King Charles & Ruby, Blenheim & Prince Charles). (toy,  6-9 mos. miniature, standard). ADDITIONAL CLASSES: ______ 9-12 mos.  12-15 mos. 2. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition. Dogs DOG’S REG. NAME: ______15-18 mos. that are Champions of Record and dogs, which, according to their owner’s records, have completed the JUNIOR HANDLER JUMP HEIGHT (Required) 18-24 mos. OBEDIENCE RALLY requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed.The showing of unconfirmed NAME:______VETERAN Champions in Best of Breed competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the ______SWEEPSTAKES:  AKC REG NO. DATE OF BIRTH dog completed the requirements for a championship. PLACE OF BIRTH  7-9 years  ILP NO.  USA 9 -11 years 3. (Event Class) Consult the classification in this premium list. If the event class in which you are  FOREIGN REG. NO. & COUNTRY  Canada 11 years + entering your dog is divided, then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class ______ Foreign in which you are entering your dog i.e., age division, color division, weight division. BREEDER(S) ______4. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at the time entries for an SIRE ______event closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new owner in any event for which entries closed after the date of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner DAM ______has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recorded in his name. State on entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to AKC (For complete rule refer to Chapter 11, Section 3). ACTUAL OWNER(S) ______~ BOTH sides of the entry form must be sent. PLEASE entry form must be sent. PLEASE the of BOTH sides ~ OWNER’S ADDRESS ______If this entry is for Junior Showmanship, Please give the following information Jr. Date of Birth ______AKC Junior Handler Number ______CITY______STATE ______ZIP______The above number MUST be included. Should you not have your Junior Handler number, this may be obtained AKC Reg. from the American Kennel Club. Phone (919) 816-3814 or www.akc.org OWNER’S AGENT AT SHOW (if appl.) ______Handler? Y N I certify that I am the actual owner of this dog or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owner whose name I have entered above. In consideration By signing this entry form we certify that the Junior Showman does not now and will not at any time, act as an of the acceptance of this entry, I (we) agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club in effect at the time of this show or obedi- agent/handler for pay while continuing to compete in Junior Showmanship. ence trial and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list for this show or obedience trial or both, and further agree to be bound by the Agreement printed on the reverse side (or opposite) this entry form. I (we) certify that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other JUNIOR’S NAME ______dogs. This entry is submitted for acceptance on the foregoing representation and agreement. ADDRESS ______SIGNATURE of owner of his agent duly authorized to make this entry ______street city state zip  OWNER HANDLER SERIES ELIGIBLE? (NOHS) Telephone ______If the Junior Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of this form, what is the relationship of the Junior Handler to the Owner? ______Email address (Required) ______26 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 27 AKC Rules, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines are available on the American Kennel Club website www.akc.org AGREEMENT ENTRY FEES OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM ON PAGE 5 2017 ITALIAN GREYHOUND CLUB OF AMERICA I (we) agree that the club holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall National & Regional Specialties -- Lexington, KY deem sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the  ICGA ALL TOY BREED OBEDIENCE TRIAL (June 5) (AKC Event #2017176305) opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prizes, ribbons or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the AKC, the ADD Specialty event-giving club, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or event secretary and  ICGA ALL TOY BREED OBEDIENCE TRIAL (June 5) (AKC Event #2017176310)  Catalog $20 the owner and/or lessor of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event and  ICGA NATIONAL SPECIALTY, SWEEPSTAKES, JR.SHWMSHP (June 6-8) (AKC Event #2017176306) & 4-6 MO.PUP (#07) any employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any AKC approved judge judging at this event,  ICGA REGIONAL SPECIALTY, SWEEPSTAKES, JR. SHOWMANSHIP (June 9) (AKC Event #2017176304) harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance .NOTE EARLY CLOSING - thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree ENTRIES CLOSE at the Show Secretary’s Office at 7:00 p.m. DST, Saturday, MAY 13, 2017, after which entries cannot to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the AKC Dog Show Rules. Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the ~ READ ENTRY & PAYMENT OPTIONS BELOW CAREFULLY. CHECK METHOD OF PAYMENT ~ liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including MAIL entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows, 4891 Ballantrae Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001 death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO SPECIALTY DOG SHOWS; US banks only. ONLY ~ account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, however  I am entering ON LINE with automatic confirmation at: http://specialtydogshows.com

such injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may INK Pay by credit/debit card or PayPal -- a $4 convenience fee applies to both. (Only one $4 fee per dog, not per class or show) be alleged to have been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or If entring by MAIL, send entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows, 4891 Ballantrae Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001 any other persons.  I am entering by Mail, enclosing: $ ______total fees by check or money order “I (WE) AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION, CONTROVERSY OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR  I am entering by Mail and wish to pay by credit or debit card the amount of $ ______[include $4 per dog convenience fee]; RELATED TO THE ENTRY, EXHIBITION OR ATTENDANCE AT THE EVENT BETWEEN THE AKC AND THE I authorize entry & convenience fees to be applied to the DISCOVER or VISA or MC credit/debit card below. EVENT-GIVING CLUB (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN ITS PREMIUM LIST) AND MYSELF (OURSELVES)  I am entering by FAX: (248) 855-6675 - and wish to pay by credit or debit card in the amount of $ ______[including OR AS TO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE $4 per dog, per show convenience fee]; I authorize fees to be applied to the DISCOVER or VISA or MC card below. SETTLED BY ARBITRATION PURSUANT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TO ARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGU- Card No. ______

LATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOWED AS SET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND AND USE BLACK OR BLUE Expirat. BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES.” Date: ______NAME ON CARD (PRINT) SIGNATURE OF CARDHOLDER

INSTRUCTIONS PRINT 1. (Variety) If you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please Note: If the billing address of the cardholder is not identical to that of the ‘OWNER(S)’ printed below, please provide here: designate the particular variety you are entering. i.e. Cocker Spaniel (solid color black, ASCOB, parti-col- ______or). Beagles (not exceeding 13 in.; over 13 in. but not exceeding 15 in.) Dachshunds (longhaired, smooth, PUPPY wirehaired). Collies (rough, smooth). Bull Terriers (colored, white). Manchester Terriers (standard, toy). Chihuahuas BREED: ______SEX :______CLASS: ______SWEEPSTAKES: (smooth coat, long coat). English Toy Spaniels (King Charles & Ruby, Blenheim & Prince Charles). Poodles (toy,  6-9 mos. ADDITIONAL CLASSES: ______miniature, standard).  9-12 mos.  12-15 mos. 2. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition. Dogs DOG’S REG. NAME: ______15-18 mos. that are Champions of Record and dogs, which, according to their owner’s records, have completed the JUNIOR HANDLER JUMP HEIGHT (Required) 18-24 mos. OBEDIENCE RALLY requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed.The showing of unconfirmed NAME:______VETERAN Champions in Best of Breed competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the ______SWEEPSTAKES:  AKC REG NO. DATE OF BIRTH PLACE OF BIRTH dog completed the requirements for a championship.  7-9 years  ILP NO.  USA 9 -11 years 3. (Event Class) Consult the classification in this premium list. If the event class in which you are  FOREIGN REG. NO. & COUNTRY  Canada ______11 years + entering your dog is divided, then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class  Foreign in which you are entering your dog i.e., age division, color division, weight division. BREEDER(S) ______4. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at the time entries for an SIRE ______event closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new owner in any event for which entries closed after the date of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner DAM ______has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recorded in his name. State on entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to AKC (For complete rule refer to Chapter 11, Section 3). ACTUAL OWNER(S) ______~ BOTH sides of the entry form must be sent. PLEASE entry form must be sent. PLEASE the of BOTH sides ~ OWNER’S ADDRESS ______If this entry is for Junior Showmanship, Please give the following information Jr. Date of Birth ______AKC Junior Handler Number ______CITY______STATE ______ZIP______The above number MUST be included. Should you not have your Junior Handler number, this may be obtained AKC Reg. OWNER’S AGENT AT SHOW (if appl.) ______Handler? Y N from the American Kennel Club. Phone (919) 816-3814 or www.akc.org I certify that I am the actual owner of this dog or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owner whose name I have entered above. In consideration By signing this entry form we certify that the Junior Showman does not now and will not at any time, act as an of the acceptance of this entry, I (we) agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club in effect at the time of this show or obedi- agent/handler for pay while continuing to compete in Junior Showmanship. ence trial and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list for this show or obedience trial or both, and further agree to be bound by the Agreement printed on the reverse side (or opposite) this entry form. I (we) certify that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other JUNIOR’S NAME ______dogs. This entry is submitted for acceptance on the foregoing representation and agreement. ADDRESS ______SIGNATURE of owner of his agent duly authorized to make this entry ______street city state zip  OWNER HANDLER SERIES ELIGIBLE? (NOHS) Telephone ______If the Junior Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of this form, what is the relationship of the Junior Handler to the Owner? ______Email address (Required) ______28 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 29 AKC Rules, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines are available on the American Kennel Club website www.akc.org Notices for Exhibitors AGREEMENT Telegraph, Telephone and Unsigned Entries Cannot Be Accepted. Entries Not On Official AKC Entry Forms and Pho- I (we) agree that the club holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall tocopies of Entry Forms without Agreement and Rules on the reverse side are NOT ACCEPTABLE per AKC rules. deem sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the Mail all entries with fees to: Specialty Dog Shows/Arden Shaw, Show Secretary, 4891 Ballantrae, Bloomfield opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prizes, ribbons or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the AKC, the • Hills, MI 48301-1001. Entries received without fees will not be accepted. event-giving club, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or event secretary and Acknowledgement of entries will be made as soon as practical with identification cards. the owner and/or lessor of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event and Enter On Line at: www.specialtydogshows.com, go to the top of the Events page. any employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any AKC approved judge judging at this event, • For Hand Delivery, the street address is 4891 Ballantrae, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001. Please check the harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to • ‘No signature required’ on express mail deliveries. any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance ax Entries: 1-248-855-6675. BOTH sides of the entry form must be transmitted. A faxable complete entry thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree • F form is downloadable from www.specialtydogshows.com on the Events page. to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. Entries may be accompanied by a cover sheet stating the number of pages, what show(s) and how many dogs Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend and save the per show. Entries received by fax MUST have entry fees paid simultaneously and prior to the closing date and aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the time, by credit or debit card, or PayPal or entries will not be accepted. liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including Email Entries: to [email protected] A scanable correct entry form is downloadable from death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on • www.specialtydogshows.com. Complete the entry form, scan it, then send entry form as attachment to your account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, however email. Call with card number or pay by PayPal. (PayPal payment address is [email protected]) such injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may Make All Checks and Money Orders payable to Specialty Dog Shows in U.S. funds only. Please send only be alleged to have been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or • checks or money orders; the Secretary assumes no responsibility for cash sent through the mail. any other persons. A $3.00 AKC Event Service Fee and a $.50 Recording Fee will be required for each dog entered at any “I (WE) AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION, CONTROVERSY OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR • Licensed or Member club show. ( $2 for the 4.6 Mos. Puppy Competition; $3.50 for the first entry of a dog in RELATED TO THE ENTRY, EXHIBITION OR ATTENDANCE AT THE EVENT BETWEEN THE AKC AND THE Rally, $3 for additional entry.)These Event Service and Recording fees are to be collected by the Show-giving EVENT-GIVING CLUB (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN ITS PREMIUM LIST) AND MYSELF (OURSELVES) club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class in the show. Fees are OR AS TO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE to be collected on each entry, except sweepstakes, junior showmanship and multiple dog non-regular classes SETTLED BY ARBITRATION PURSUANT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION (American Kennel Club Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2.) ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TO ARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGU- No entry shall be made and no entry shall be accepted which specifies any conditions as to its acceptance. LATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOWED AS SET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND • Entry Fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused by Veterinarian or BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES.” Judge, or barred from competition by action of the event’s Show Committee. If because of riots, wars, strikes, INSTRUCTIONS civil disturbances, national emergencies, health emergencies, and the dictates of law enforcement or of the 1. (Variety) If you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please owner(s) of the grounds and/or facilities or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to designate the particular variety you are entering. i.e. Cocker Spaniel (solid color black, ASCOB, parti-col- open or to complete the show, no refund of entry fee will be made. Extreme weather conditions, such as, but or). Beagles (not exceeding 13 in.; over 13 in. but not exceeding 15 in.) Dachshunds (longhaired, smooth, not limited to snow storms, hurricanes, lightning, extreme heat, heavy rains, or other circumstances including wirehaired). Collies (rough, smooth). Bull Terriers (colored, white). Manchester Terriers (standard, toy). Chihuahuas but not limited to, the condition of the facilities or grounds and/or the ingress and egress from the grounds, (smooth coat, long coat). English Toy Spaniels (King Charles & Ruby, Blenheim & Prince Charles). Poodles (toy, must be considered for the health and safety of the dogs, exhibitors and spectators. The well-being of dogs, miniature, standard). exhibitors and spectators is of paramount importance and, in the event it is necessary to cancel or stop the 2. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition. Dogs show before completion, no refund of entry will be made. that are Champions of Record and dogs, which, according to their owner’s records, have completed the Post-dated Checks and Returned Checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Show Secretary will add a requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed.The showing of unconfirmed • collection fee to the amount of each returned check. Champions in Best of Breed competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the No refund for duplicate entries. Every effort will be made to find duplicate entries, however, if an entry has dog completed the requirements for a championship. • been processes, no refund will be made. 3. (Event Class) Consult the classification in this premium list. If the event class in which you are An Administrative Fee of $4.00 will be withheld from all refunds for entries cancelled prior to closing. entering your dog is divided, then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class • Due to the cost of processing, no refunds under $5.00 will be made. in which you are entering your dog i.e., age division, color division, weight division. • Errors on Entry Blanks. Owners are responsible for errors in making out entry forms, whoever may make 4. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at the time entries for an • such errors; no entry fee will be refunded in the event of such errors or cancellation of entries after the published closing date. event closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new Dogs may arrive any time prior to their scheduled time of judging. Dogs not required for further judging will be excused. owner in any event for which entries closed after the date of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner • Judges will not wait for any dog holding up a class. Owners or agents alone are responsible for the presence of has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recorded in his name. State on entry form their dogs in the judging ring when their classes are called to be judged. whether transfer application has been mailed to AKC (For complete rule refer to Chapter 11, Section 3). • All dogs present must be on leash or confined to their crates except when being judged or when in the exercising pen. If this entry is for Junior Showmanship, Please give the following information • Class Cash Prizes will be paid in the ring to the person showing the dog. Claims for prize money must be Jr. Date of Birth ______AKC Junior Handler Number ______made in the ring before the judging of that breed is over, and the Show Secretary’s office advised at once. The Show Secretary and show-giving club disclaim any liability for such prizes after the judging of the breed is over. The above number MUST be included. Should you not have your Junior Handler number, this may be obtained • No gasoline or diesel generators are permitted inside any building or within 100 ft. of any tent in which this from the American Kennel Club. Phone (919) 816-3814 or www.akc.org dog show is conducted. By signing this entry form we certify that the Junior Showman does not now and will not at any time, act as an • All rights to TELEVISE, VIDEO TAPE, ADVERTISE, PHOTOGRAPH, PROMOTE or otherwise exploit this agent/handler for pay while continuing to compete in Junior Showmanship. event are vested in the Club, or in persons to whom assignments of such rights have been made in writing JUNIOR’S NAME ______by the Club. All persons and animals on the show grounds at any time while the show is in progress, do by attending this show or participating therein, grant to the Club the right to photograph, televise, video tape, audio ADDRESS ______tape or otherwise use their likeness and voice in any manner without further release or consent. street city state zip • The club and its officials are not responsible for the actions or products of commercial vendors at this show. If the Junior Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of this form, what is the relationship of the Junior Handler to the Owner? ______THIS CLUB DOES NOT AGREE TO BINDING ARBITRATION AS STATED ON THE BACK OF THE ENTRY FORM. 30 ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES ITALIAN GREYHOUND SPECIALTIES 31 Specialty Dog Shows LLC Arden Shaw 4891 Ballantrae Road Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301-1001

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