February 2012 Volume 129, Number 2 Table of Contents

AKC News 2 President’s Letter • 3 Updates • 7 Times Past • 8 Dog People •33 Secretary’s Pages

Breed Columns Hounds Terriers

9 Afghan Hounds 19 Airedale Terriers 10 Basenjis 20 American Staffordshire Terriers 10 Basset Hounds 20 Australian Terriers 11 Beagles 21 Bedlington Terriers 11 Bloodhounds 22 Border Terriers 12 Borzoi 22 Bull Terriers 12 Dachshunds 23 Cairn Terriers 13 English Foxhounds 23 Smooth Fox Terriers 14 American Foxhounds 24 Wire Fox Terriers 14 Ibizan Hounds 25 Glen of Imaal Terriers 15 Norwegian Elkhounds 25 Irish Terriers 15 Otterhounds 26 Kerry Blue Terriers 16 Petits Bassets Griffons Vendéens 26 Lakeland Terriers 17 Pharaoh Hounds 27 Manchester Terriers 17 Rhodesian Ridgebacks 28 Miniature Bull Terriers 18 Salukis 28 Norfolk Terriers 18 Scottish Deerhounds 29 Norwich Terriers 19 Whippets 29 Parson Russell Terriers 30 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers 31 Sealyham Terriers 32 Welsh Terriers

* Links to AKC Parent Clubs appear following Secretary’s Pages * BREED COLUMNS SCHEDULE Sporting and Working Hound and Terrier Toy, Non-Sporting, January, April, July, February, May, August, and Herding and October and November March, June, September, and December

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ccasionally we spotlight an AKC club to cele- brate canine accomplishments that go beyond the competition ring. This month, I’d like to Oshare the story of Boardwalk Kennel Club (BKC), a New Jersey club that recently honored six police K-9s at its dog show. BKC has hosted police-dog demonstrations during its show at the Wildwood Convention Center in Wildwood, New Jersey, for the past eight years. The club’s involvement with K- 9s goes back even further, however, beginning when the club purchased a dog—Remy—for the Westville Police Department, in Westville, New Jersey. Before the annual K-9 demonstration, the club presented Certificates of Valor to the human partners of the six K-9s to honor their outstanding dogs, both living and deceased. One of the dogs honored by the club, Jordon, is still working, while the rest (Shultz, Cliff, Sabre, Blaze, and Rocky) have died in the line of duty or of natural causes. K-9 Rocky had participated in previous demonstrations at the BKC shows and accomplished 379 utilizations, 91 patrol-related finds, 55 demonstrations, and 188 arrests before his death. Jordon was shot in a hostage standoff, but was able to return to active duty. The six dogs honored served at several police departments in the New Jersey area, including the Gloucester Township Police Department, Vineland Police Department, Salem Police Department, Galloway Township Police Department, and Mantua Police Department. What a great way to celebrate the dogs that serve us so faithfully! Thank you to BKC for all you do for your community. We enjoy hearing about the wonderful things AKC clubs do for the dog owners and organ- izations in their area. Heeding the call of duty: An AKC club supports courageous K-9s. Sincerely,

Dennis B. Sprung President and CEO TOP: ©ASHBEY PHOTOGRAPHY; LEFT: GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG/ISTOCKPHOTO.COM ©MICAH YOUNG ©MICAH DOG/ISTOCKPHOTO.COM SHEPHERD GERMAN LEFT: PHOTOGRAPHY; ©ASHBEY TOP:

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Top Dogs

Bivin, Trotter head AKC/Eukanuba judges panel

Edd Bivin will judge Best in Show and Patricia Trotter will judge Best Bred-by-Exhibitor at the 2012 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, to be held in Orlando, Florida, on December 15 and16. Bivin, of Fort Worth, Texas, first judged toy dogs at match shows at age 15. He was approved to judge Pomeranians at point shows in 1961 and is today approved for all sporting, working, terrier, toy, and non-sporting breeds, and several herding breeds. He served for 32 years as an administrator at Texas Christian University, with 18 of those years spent as vice chancellor for administrative services. Trotter, of Carmel, California, is the founder of the Vin-Melca line of Norwegian Elkhounds, internationally famous as both show dogs and breeding stock. They include the top sire and dam in the breed’s history and 10 breeder-owner–handled group firsts at Westminster. Trotter became an AKC judge in 1994, and has since judged at national specialties, Westminster, Morris & Essex, and AKC/Eukanuba. Author of the ever-popular book Born to Win, Trotter was the GAZETTE’s longtime “Better Breeding” columnist.

Groups Sporting: Terry Stacy; Hound: Carla Molinari; Working: Norm Kenney; Terrier: Peggy Beisel-McIlwaine Toy: Rey Burgos; Non-Sporting: Andrew Mills; Herding: James Frederiksen; Miscellaneous Classes and Best in Miscellaneous: Hiroshi Kamisato

Bred-by Groups Sporting: Sheila DiNardo; Hound: Dana Cline; Working: Patricia Laurans; Terrier: Rosalind Kramer; Toy: Timothy Catterson; Non-Sporting: Carl Gomes; Herding: Sheila Polk

Eukanuba World Challenge World Challenge Winner: Miguel Teixeira (Portugal); Section Judges: Keke Kahn (U.S.), Cristian Stefanescu (Romania), Ramon Podesta (Chile); Guy Spagnolo (Australia)

Best Junior Handler William Shelton TOP: OLD ENGLISH SHEEPDOG/MARY BLOOM ©AKC; BOTTOM: NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND/ROBERT YOUNG ©AKC YOUNG ELKHOUND/ROBERT NORWEGIAN BOTTOM: ©AKC; BLOOM SHEEPDOG/MARY ENGLISH OLD TOP:

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his month, we’re pleased do not contribute to championship to launch a new event that Owner-handlers points) will take place at select Best in Show 100 dog shows around the Group I 30 country: the AKC are the core of the Group II 20 TOwner-Handler Series. Group III 15 Owner-handlers are the core of the sport, making up Group IV 10 conformation dog sport, making up the Best of Breed 5 majority of show entries. We’re pleased the majority of to put the spotlight on all of our owner- I hope that many of you will take part handlers and acknowledge the time and entries. and we look forward to your feedback dedication they put into their dogs. about the new Series. We plan to add The Owner-Handler Series will take shows featuring this new event through- place after Best of Breed judging in each and BOS winners are both ineligible, the out the year, so stay tuned for updates at breed ring. This competition will be judge will choose Owner-Handler Best akc.org. open to all nonprofessional owner-han- of Breed from the eligible Selects and dlers, whether experienced or novice. All eligible WD or WB. If one of the Selects dogs’ eligibility must be indicated by is eligible, the judge will excuse dogs of checking the Owner-Handler box on the same sex as the Select and judge the the entry form at the time of entry and remaining dogs of the opposite sex, will be marked as Owner-Handler eligi- including the eligible WD or WB. If the Sincerely, ble with an asterisk in the steward’s book BOB, BOS and Selects are not eligible, Ron Menaker and catalog. the judge may choose any eligible dog Owner-Handler Best of Breed will be remaining in the ring. Upcoming AKC Owner- selected from the dogs eligible to com- Based on points from breed, group, Handler Series Events pete in Best of Breed competition, and Best in Show wins accrued through- including Winners Dog and Winners out the year, we’ll rank the dogs and Colorado Kennel Club, February 19 Bitch. If the Best of Breed/Variety win- invite our top owner-handled exhibits to International Kennel Club of Chicago, ner is Owner-Handler eligible, it will a special year-end event to compete for a February 26 automatically be Owner-Handler Best of Best Owner-Handler Award. Ft. Worth Kennel Club, March 24 Breed/Variety. If BOB is ineligible and Atlanta Kennel Club, April 14 Best of Opposite Sex is eligible, BOS AKC Owner-Handler Series Point Greenwich Kennel Club, June 9 will compete against the eligible Best of Scale Questions or feedback? Contact Bri Breed dogs of the other sex. If the BOB (Note: Owner-Handler Series points Tesarz ([email protected]; 919-816-3514).

NEW ACQUISITION

New to the AKC Museum of the Dog collection is Lloyd, by Reuben Ward Binks (1880–1940). Originally from the collection of Geraldine Rockefeller Dodge, the gouache Bloodhound portrait came to the museum as a gift of Elizabeth Mendenhall. museumofthedog.org COURTESY AKC MUSEUM OF THE DOG THE OF MUSEUM AKC COURTESY

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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND—Tori Self and Border Collie NAC/MACH Sagehill’s Change the World, OF (Rev), will represent the AKC at the International Agility Competition during the Crufts Dog Show, March 8 to 11. Self and Rev were selected based on their accomplishments in 2011, including an AKC National Championship in the 26-inch height class and winning the Large Dog Team Jumping class over 93 teams at the FCI World Agility Championships in France. “We wish the best of luck to Tori and Rev, and we know they will make us proud!” AKC Director of Agility Carrie DeYoung says. “Thank you to Crufts for the invitation to this prestigious competition.” Self is a former junior handler who now balances college with agility training and competition. Colorado Federation Wins Bebout Award

Puparazzi DENVER— The Colorado Federation of Dog Clubs has won the AKC Walter Bebout Memorial Award for Leadership in Canine Legislation. NEW YORK—A Named for the late director of the AKC special celebrity guest Government Relations Department, the Bebout has RSVP’d to an Award recognizes federations and organizations invitation to this actively involved in educating legislators about year’s Barkfest at responsible dog-ownership issues and have worked Bonhams: Yes, GCh. to preserve the rights of responsible owners and Jaset’s Satisfaction, breeders. reigning Bebout Awards are announced quarterly. AKC/Eukanuba Winners receive a $1,000 donation to help offset National Champion the costs associated with their legislative efforts. (London), will be in “AKC Colorado federation and Legislative the house. Liaison Linda Hart have made a tremendous differ- London will greet ence in protecting the rights of responsible dog guests at the annual owners in Colorado,” AKC Director of charity brunch and Government Relations Sheila Goffe says. art-sale preview at “Between their work to repeal breed-specific Bonhams auction legislation in communities like Denver and Aurora, house on Sunday protecting the rights of responsible dog owners at morning, February the state level, and even helping out their neigh- 12. The magnificent bors in Wyoming, this group is a great example of standard Poodle will how federations and kennel clubs really do make a be in town to com- positive difference in the lives of the dog-owning pete at Westminster. public.” Also in attendance Founded in 2000, the Colorado Federation was will be Miki the organized to encourage and promote the welfare Pomeranian therapy dog, a 2011 AKC Humane Fund ACE winner and sub- of dogs, and to protect the interests, rights, and ject of the “ACE Files” column in the latest AKC FAMILY DOG magazine. well-being of responsible dog owners and breeders.

For full information on Barkfest, see the ad in this issue. CROFT-ELLIOTT ©AKC/LISA BOTTOM: OWNER; COURTESY TOP:

AKCGAZETTE • 5 • FEBRUARY 2 0 1 2 GZ From the AKC/CHF Diagnosing Pancreatitis Before It’s Too Late Pancreatitis is almost as frustrating for doctors to deal with as it is for dog owners. It’s one of those diagnoses that is incredibly difficult to make before it’s too late. The symptoms are vague, and the current tests are hard to perform, unreliable, or both. That’s why it’s so important that researchers continue to hunt for a simple and effective way to diagnose pancreatitis. It’s not an easy task. Diagnostic tests are evaluated on two criteria: sensitivity and specificity. The sensitivity of a test measures how good it is at detecting dogs that have the condition it’s looking for. A diag- nostic test for pancreatitis with a sensitivity of 85 percent would correctly identify 85 out of every 100 dogs with pancreatitis as having the disease. In contrast, the specificity of a test measures how well it iden- tifies dogs who don’t have the condition of interest. A diagnostic test for pancreatitis with a specificity of 90 percent would cor- rectly identify 90 out of every 100 healthy dogs as not having pancreatitis. Playing the Percentages The usefulness of a test depends on not just sensitivity and specificity but how common a condition is in the population where the test is being used. After all, in the vet’s office, you don’t know if any dog has pancreatitis or not—that’s what you’re try- ing to find out. But, if you know how common pancreatitis is, and the sensi- tivity and specificity of the test you’re using, you can determine its positive predictive value—the likelihood that any positive test you get is actually accurate. That’s important because you don’t want to treat a dog for pancreatitis if you don’t need to, but you Getting Closer do want to intervene if it will help. A positive predictive value of They got it. 85 tells you that 85 out of every 100 dogs who test positive are The scientists found that the Spec cPL was relatively sensitive actually sick—a much more valuable statistic for the clinician and specific, depending on the specific cutoff values used for the than the sensitivity. In fact, it turns out that the positive predictive tests. There was a tradeoff, as there often is, found when they value is actually far more dependent on the specificity of the test chose different cut off levels—increasing the sensitivity of the than the sensitivity in most circumstances. test came at the expense of specificity, and vice versa. However, All of that explains why, with support from the AKC Canine Spec cPL clearly provided better diagnostic results than any of Health Foundation, researchers from the University of California, the other tests they tried, giving hope that it might one day ease Davis, recently set out to investigate the sensitivity and specificity the diagnosis of canine pancreatitis. of a new blood test for pancreatitis and compare it to several Further research is still needed, particularly as the study con- other blood tests that might be useful in detecting the disease. tained few dogs with healthy pancreases, which could affect the The developers of the test, known as the Spec cPL, had deter- calculated specificities. Still, this research moves us one step mined its sensitivity as 63.6 percent, but they hadn’t figured out closer to a reliable blood test for canine pancreatitis—a safer, how specific it was. This meant it was difficult to tell how accu- easier way to start treatment and improve the quality of dogs’ rate any positive results might be. One previous study had inves- lives. tigated the same question, but more data was clearly needed. This work was funded by AKC/CHF Grant 1227-A. ©AKC

AKCGAZETTE • 6 • FEBRUARY 2 0 1 2 standard equipment for stylish Brits of the day. The look was popularized by actor Michael Caine. Michael actor by day. the of popularized was Brits look stylish The for equipment standard horn-rims, black Green’s Welsh-born the Note Derryabah. Terrier Stingray Lakeland Ch. great the complements nicely color 1968 ex-Marine. this of shoulders broad the across crisply hangs it yet practical, ring be to give enough has suit tailored superbly The Pennyworth. 1964 ’60s. the of rest the for wear formal men’s define would that cut European modern the of studs—is three showing shirtfront plunging and lines tapered its tux—with Thompson’s Clark judge while 1950s, the of suggestive 1964 class. era 1962 left top from Clockwise times past Late in the decade, three-piece suits made a comeback. Here’s dapper Peter Green in a three-button number whose number three-button a in Green Peter dapper Here’s comeback. a made suits three-piece decade, the in Late of Fleetfoot Courtenay Ch. Whippet with dogdom, of Draper Don the Forsyth, Tall,Robert handsome and dark, tuxedo old-style an sports Dr. Milbank Samuel Presenter Muick. of Danny Crookwise Ch. Pointer stacks Sangster Harry Kennedy- pure are cuffs French and four-in-hand, knotted tie silk narrow suit, gabardine Downing’s Mel impeccable The E T T E Z A G C K A • 7 • Y R A U R B E F Mad match the the match well-dressedtodaythecan ofifhandler see tolooking his finger on the crease in his pants. cut could guy a and gloss 1960s, high a at the shone shoes when of styles men’s for appreciation new a is T vintage Westminster photos. 2 1 0 2 s e olw h ato a te adn w’l be we’ll Garden, the at action the follow we As Among the effectsthe Among wo things the wothings our favorite of TV drama, return this month’s next by followed Westminster month, anticipating: eagerly are a Men Mad About the ih lgne atrd n these in captured elegance -ish Mad Men Mad GAZETTE Mad Men. has had on our cultureour on had has staff here in New in here staff York Boys

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BUD BOCCONE © 2012 GZ BREED COLUMNS ABOUT THE BREED COLUMNS

The breed columns are a time-honored feature of the AKC GAZETTE. Each columnist is appointed by a Breed Columns Index breed’s national parent club, which preserves the breed’s standard and helps to educate breeders, judges, and the public about the breed’s history, function, and possible health issues. A national parent club comprises dedicated breeders and fanciers, and it represents many years of collective Hound Group experience in the breed. Columnists are asked to write about topics of interest to the fancy in general 9 Afghan Hounds as well as those of specific interest to judges and devotees of the breed. The breed columns rotate by 10 Basenjis group so that each breed’s column can appear four times a year. 10 Basset Hounds Information and opinions expressed in the breed columns represent the views of their authors, not necessarily those of the breed's parent club or the AKC. 11 Beagles 11 Bloodhounds 12 Borzoi Afghan Hounds are photos and scrapbooks from earlier 12 Dachshunds Breed Treasures influential breeders, including Marjorie 13 English Foxhounds he history of a breed is in its Jagger, of Majara, and Kay Finch, of 14 American Foxhounds Tphotographs, articles, and other Crown Crest. There are photos of the 14 Ibizan Hounds written information. The recorded past winners of all our specialty shows. Many 15 Norwegian Elkhounds points the direction to a breed’s future. of these photos have now been put on 15 Otterhounds But how do we preserve these treasures CDs for preservation. 16 Petits Bassets Griffons Vendéens hounds of our past and make them available to A selection of the library materials 17 Pharaoh Hounds those who want to learn? To serve this and videos is on display at all of our 17 Rhodesian Ridgebacks purpose, the Afghan Hound Club of national specialties. The club owns reels 18 Salukis America maintains a library. Founded by of film from the 1960s that are so fragile 18 Scottish Deerhounds people who cared deeply about that they can’t travel, but hopefully these 19 Whippets preserving the breed’s history, both will eventually be transferred to newer recent and not so recent, the library’s digital media so that they may be directive is to acquire and collect viewed. Terrier Group material relevant to the Afghan Hound The collection includes videos from 19 Airedale Terriers and to make these educational materials many specialty shows. Much of this 20 American Staffordshire Terriers available to those who are interested. material is available for rental, with a 20 Australian Terriers The difficulties of maintaining a breed deposit required. A listing of available 21 Bedlington Terriers library are seemingly endless. They videos is included on the AHCA web- 22 Border Terriers include matters such as space limitations, site at afghanhoundclubof America.org.— 22 Bull Terriers moves, costs, and the need to find cease- click on “Regional Clubs” in the menu 23 Cairn Terriers lessly devoted people to maintain it. bar at the top of the page, and then 23 Smooth Fox Terriers Despite the challenges, the AHCA select “Media Library” from the drop- 24 Wire Fox Terriers library exists and has served the fancy down menu. 25 Glen of Imaal Terriers for 41 years—from its founding in 1971 The library also makes available our 25 Irish Terriers by the late Karen Armistead to its pres- excellent booklet “Introduction to the 26 Kerry Blue Terriers ent position in the home and care of Afghan Hound.” Originally compiled in 26 Lakeland Terriers Helen Stein. 1974, during a period of very high 27 Manchester Terriers Lack of space has informally restricted breed popularity, this booklet explains 28 Miniature Bull Terriers the collection to items of print and the intricacies of ownership to new- 28 Norfolk Terriers paper, which are more easily housed comers considering the Afghan Hound. 29 Norwich Terriers than are sculptures, ceramics, paintings, Highly informative, this booklet served 29 Parson Russell Terriers and other larger items. Presently the us well for about 30 years. Helen Stein 30 Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers library contains issues of magazines has just completed an update to “Intro,” 31 Sealyham Terriers about the breed, many now out of print, which is now available in both booklet 32 Welsh Terriers and includes a nearly complete set of and CD format. It has been distributed Afghan Hound Review. Also included are to all regional Afghan clubs and may be copies of the AHCA newsletters, breed purchased, at $5 per copy, either from columns from the AKC GAZETTE, and Helen at [email protected] or from copies of the AKC Stud Book. There Sue Busby at [email protected].

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Afghan owners or fanciers who have On an East Coast commuter plane, mail her at [email protected]. — materials they feel might be a welcome Susan Coe—and everyone else—could Marcia Woodard; [email protected] addition to the library or who would hear her two Basenjis in cargo howling like to obtain more information on the for most of the flight. Basset Hounds materials available can contact Helen at When Andrea Steedle Walters was six Obedience-trained Basset Hounds

hounds the e-mail address above. months pregnant, she flew cross-country Libraries are vital to the understand- with her bitch in cargo for the first time. asset Hounds truly are independent ing of a breed. It would be wonderful if Andrea cried an hour into the flight; the Bcreatures, and counting on one to there were a central, easily accessible bitch handled it like a pro. be with you throughout the entire series library covering all AKC breeds. Until Karen Christensen flew her bitch of exercises when you step into an this is the case, the AHCA is eternally Selket and her cat Rupert from obedience ring can result in a humbling grateful to those who maintain ours. Massachusetts to Houston. On arrival, experience. After all, the Basset Hound is —Betty Stites; [email protected] she carted her hissing, shrieking crates to bred to do his job independently. Unlike the rental-car shuttle. Selket cried so loud their herding or sporting cousins, Basset Basenjis that the shuttle driver had to explain to Hounds don’t look to anyone for Not Your Normal Checklist: dispatch it wasn’t an emergency, just a direction in the field. That independent Flying With Basenjis pissed-off bitch in a box. hound character is what makes training ring cash for bribes. Bryan Gregory’s Bring duct tape. One owner knew that and competing with Bassets in Bgroup was departing from the after her bitch “B” ate through the obedience such a challenge. Kinshasa, DR Congo, airport in Sherpa’s mesh windows on the first leg During two days of competition at February 2010 with five puppies in two of a flight, the two of them wouldn’t be the 2011 BHCA national specialty, I Sherpa bags. The pet fee of $200 cash allowed to board for the second leg until watched nearly every performance of 64 was tendered to the Royal Air Maroc “B” was fully contained. The gate agent entries in obedience and 57 in rally. agent—who put it directly in his hip took pity and produced a roll of duct There were some solid performances, pocket. tape and some cardboard, and repairs some typical Basset Hound obedience- Exploit puppy love. In New York, when were made. These refashioned windows ring antics, and one downright comical the above group of travelers transferred were breached on the second leg. Seeing recall. to a national airline, the gate agent said this, the pilot insisted the dog be fully JEM Holly-Go-Lightly CDX, RAE2, that one puppy would fly in cargo contained for deplaning. Out came the and training partner Dave Crawford because of limit on the number of pets tape that the agent had sent along “just in went High in Trial from the Open B in the cabin. Lisa Saban reached into a case.” class with a score of 196. Everyone was Sherpa and pulled out Peanut—the tini- “I don’t know what I would have delighted to help them celebrate their est, most malnourished and wormy done without that duct tape,” the owner retirement of the Kay Green Challenge pup—and pleaded, “These babies can’t said. Trophy. Typical obedience-ring antics fly in cargo.” Consider a second Sherpa. Chris Maxka had kept Holly from qualifying the first They didn’t. envisioned a quiet flight home with a day. HIT honors were earned on the Don’t argue.When one fancier heard sleeping puppy next to her feet. The real- first day by professional trainer Susan the loudspeaker announcement about ity? Make that under her feet. Tebow Warren with her Basset GCh. Bobac the flight delay to Kentucky (for the screamed the entire trip, and when he Chablis JJB from the Novice B class, 2009 national), she worried about the chewed through the Sherpa, the flight who NQ’d the down-stay on day two. patience of her young red-and-white attendant threatened to divert the plane That’s often the way things go when bitch, “M,” who had never flown in a if he got out. For the rest of the flight, competing with Basset Hounds in Sherpa. As a distraction, “M” and her Chris flew with her foot on Tebow’s obedience. owner cruised the crowded gate area. head. What are typical Basset Hound obe- “M” behaved marvelously: She gave wet In reality, most pet travel works out dience-ring antics? Our hounds tend to kisses to children, licked the hands of two well, and the Internet abounds with be laggers. When interesting smells are elderly travelers in wheelchairs, and detailed checklists and other helpful detected, it is very common to see wrin- offered her belly to a group of mentally information on the subject. Two of the kles fall across a hound’s brow as he disabled adults. best sites that I found for pet-travel slows or stops to sniff the mat. When As boarding started, the fancier advice were Cheapflights.com that happens on lead, you’re likely to approached the gate agent to pay the pet (news.cheapflights.com/top-10-tips-for-flying- receive deductions for lagging or a tight fee. The response: “Oh, there’s no charge with-pets) and Organic Pet Digest leash; off-lead, and you’re performing for therapy dogs.” “M” flew happily (organic-pet-digest.com/pet-friendly- the heel pattern all by yourself. When curled at her owner’s feet. airlines.html). Finally, fancier Katie the scent trail runs out, your hound Take sedatives. (For you, not the dogs.) Campbell’s checklist is a must. You can e- may remember that he was supposed to

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be doing something with you. After inbreeding. Line-breeding, as defined by that is winning today. —Charles Kitchell, you’ve about-turned and passed by the Brackett, consists of a quality ancestor Ph.D.; [email protected] hound on your way to the final heel- appearing on both the top and bottom pattern halt, the hound might turn of the pedigree. If a common ancestor Bloodhounds slowly and begin walking casually in does not appear on both sides of he Owner-Handlers—This One’s for You!

hounds your direction. Generous judges may pedigree, the animal in question is con- wait for your hound to stop somewhere sidered to be an outcross—no matter o more whining that you can’t in your vicinity and look at you before how densely a common kennel name Nbeat the professional handlers. It is calling out, “Exercise finished.” appears on the pedigree. just not true! But this is a classic case of Bassets also like smelling the shoes or Line-breeding is thought to produce “If you can’t beat them, join them.” You the pants leg of their figure-eight and maintain a definite recognizable type. have to out-professional the professionals. “posts,” and being social hounds, they It also can expose recessive factors that You have to study the competition and often become dog- and people-watch- can then be eliminated through culling learn from them. ers. After Bassets have had several days or selection. Line-breeding should not be First, there’s your dog. Is he as profes- of crated travel, their trainers may have attempted with mediocre breeding stock. sionally groomed as the pro’s dog— to endure what we call the “zoomies,” Bracket coined the phrase “Let the healthy, coat shining, eyes clear and clean, in which our hounds run laps around father of the father be the grandfather of ears immaculate, nails cropped, and teeth the ring, with never a thought of leav- the mother.” clean? Note that this grooming does not ing it—they’re just working the kinks Since the father of the father is the happen the day before the show with out and soliciting affection from the third generation and the grandfather of Bloodhounds. It is a matter of routine judge and ring stewards, as well as the mother is the fourth generation, fox- maintenance. And of course your trusty chuckles and applause from their hound breeder Daphne Wood simplified slobber-towel is wielded before it is audience. the thinking by coining the phrase “The needed. (Note that the pro swabs the The hilarious recall I wish someone Rule of Seven.” inside of the flews.) had captured on video? After the han- A closer mating is considered inbreed- Is your hound as well socialized, con- dler made a second recall command and ing. Wood describes such matings as ditioned, and trained as the professional’s then additional ones to an immobile Rule of Five (father and grandfather) and dog? Have you taken him to handling hound, accompanied by exasperated Rule of Six (grandfathers on both sides). classes and clinics and practiced until ring “Come here” arm-waving, the Basset A dog or a bitch can be considered procedure is automatic? Do you have his finally got up to quickly traverse the the quality common ancestor. Names full attention? If you haven’t worked as recall distance. Then like a base-runner beyond the fifth generation are consid- hard as the pro, you don’t have grounds hightailing it to home plate the hound ered to have little influence on the off- to complain, do you? And no excuses, slid the last four feet, ending up on his spring. please. back at his handler’s feet. That was Brackett believed that an outcross How does your appearance stack up pretty funny, but then while upside- should never be considered unless there to that of your professional competition? down, he wiggled and scratched his is a problem that cannot be overcome by Ring attire for men and women is tai- back until completely satisfied. line-breeding and selection, or because lored and conservative. This is not the Everyone laughed with empathy and the breeder wants to experiment for place for mod fashion or for low neck- mirth. some reason. lines and high hemlines. Shoes are com- Every Basset handler’s day to be After reading the Brackett paper, I fortable but neat, not scuffed and run- humbled in the obedience ring is com- wanted to know if popular Beagle down. Whether you’re male or female, ing. No matter how much training and breeders had followed The Rule of your hair should be out of your face. preparation there has been, funny things Seven. After a limited survey, this writer Yes, I know it is about the dog, not the can and often do happen. —Sanda found that the following breeders had handler, but really it is a package deal. Launey; [email protected] developed quality animals by, knowingly Your role models are the judges and, of or unknowingly, following the Brackett course, those professional handlers. Beagles recommendations: Lanbur, Terwillegar, And speaking of judges, what do you Line-breeding Colegren, Shaw, Page Mill, Woodstone, know about them? You can bet the pro- t has been 36 years since Lloyd C. Meadow Crest, Nottowa, Starbuck, Do fessional competition study judges and IBrackett published his award-winning Mor, Thornridge, Johjean, Chillybrook, know what style, size, and color of dog thesis, “Planned Breeding.” The 40-page Pickadilly, Hi Spirit, Sunbriar, Busch, they prefer. You too can keep records, paper was parceled out in seven Teloca, The Whims, Windmar, Royal whether in the form of a spreadsheet or successive articles in a popular dog Oak, Brantwood, Pin Oak, Vijam, and a 3-by-5 card file. You too can go magazine. Chardon. online and research what dogs certain Brackett believed in line-breeding and Other breeders consider the stud dog judges have put up. It is not illegal for

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you and your fellow owner-handlers to native Nordic leggy wolf-like dogs that on the body. Since they were inferior to compare notes. If you think some judges had been used as sight and scent hounds the Borzoi in elegance and speed, the prefer handlers, know who those judges in Russia for centuries. The resulting crossbreeding continued, eventually are and just don’t show to them. Vote cross produced a superior and elegant leading to the emerging of the with your entries. Just be sure your courser, an exotic dog that became a Gustopsovaya Borzoi.

hounds complaint is valid and not just another national treasure. Possessing erect or The Gustopsovaya, which literally excuse for losing—to a professional. semi-pricked ears, which over genera- means “thick-haired,” represents the next The main difference between the tions turned into rose ears, and exhibit- stage of the breed’s development and whining (and losing) amateur handler ing a thick neck frill and long coat on dates back to the late 1700s. These tall and the winning professional is confi- the body, tail, and the backs of the legs, and wide dogs had a supreme ability to dence and concentration. The profes- the original Borzoi had a curved topline, accelerate on short distances. The vari- sional isn’t socializing outside the ring, compact format, narrow but deep chest, ety’s features included high-set, small because she is listening to the steward rear legs set under him, straight tail, ears; chiseled, narrow heads with excel- and watching the judge. The professional shorter neck, and gold sable or grey lent veining; and thick, curly, and long isn’t babbling to his dog or kissing it, sable coloration, in both self or spotted coats furnished with profuse, wavy, or because he is busy making sure the dog patterns. At the time, great speeds on curly feathering—self-colored or spotted is always looking his best, whether short distances were required for hunt- in all shades of gold and grey, with or stacked or just standing attentively. The ing on small cleared fields and forest without sabling. The rise to their topline professional always knows exactly where meadows of Russia, so the ability to began closer to the shoulders in males, the judge is looking and what the judge accelerate constituted the main selection whereas the bitches had flatter backs. — is doing. Above all, the professional does- criteria. K.T. n’t have a defeatist attitude, because that The Greyhound was first brought to Thank you, Kristina. Part Two of this will brand you a loser. Finally, never stop Russia in the early 1500s. Much later, in column will appear in the May issue. — showing your dog, because as Yogi Berra the 19th century, it was systematically Jon Titus Steele; [email protected] famously said, “It ain’t over till it’s over.” crossbred again with the Borzoi to If you are going to play this game, you increase speed. The brindle color in the Dachshunds must look like a pro, act like a pro, and Borzoi is the legacy of the Greyhound. Judging Techniques think like a pro, and then you will win In the early 1600s, the Chart Polski was udges develop individual techniques as like a pro. —Anne L. Legge; anne- introduced by the Polish nobles in the Jthey go about the process of judging. [email protected] court of False Dmitry, the first imposter Each individual’s technique is given to the Russian throne. After crossbreed- considerable leeway by exhibitors within Borzoi ing those two shorthaired sighthound the boundaries of being sufficient. ur guest contributor for this issue breeds with the original Borzoi, the Exhibitors are generally tolerant of the Ois Kristina Terra. Chistopsovaya Borzoi emerged. These technique as long as the end results are were best at short-distance pursuits and acceptable. History of the Borzoi PART differed from the original Borzoi in These techniques range from a very ONE their lighter build, decent spring of rib, cursory examination of the dog, perhaps The variety of types in Borzoi often longer necks, plush coats, shorter tails, just checking the bite and the testicles baffles judges and can only be demysti- and elegant smaller heads with large on a male followed by a brief pat on the fied by tracing the breed’s history. The eyes. dog’s body, to a very involved inspection Borzoi ancestry is not as pure as some After the great Northern wars, Russia of seemingly almost every hair on the might think. In fact, many breeds were gained access to the Baltic region, home dog’s body. used in pursuit of developing the ulti- to the Courland Wirehaired The first type of evaluation is most mate coursing hound that could hunt Sighthounds, substantial and tall dogs often done by a judge who judges many hare, fox, and wolf on more or less open with shorter legs, sickle-shaped tails, and breeds and who judges most weekends terrain. As hunting practices and condi- coats resembling the Deerhound’s. throughout the year; the latter method is tions evolved in Russia, so did the Russian hunters found the breed’s size, more often done by the new, inexperi- Borzoi. While always remaining a func- strength, and fierceness impressive. The enced breeder-judge. tional sighthound, certain characteristics, systematic Borzoi/Courland Wirehaired Reactions to these methods by including some cosmetic features, Sighthound crosses yielded a new breed exhibitors are usually, in the case of the changed. in the 1750s, the Courland Long- cursory examination, a criticism that the The breed’s origin was undoubtedly Coated Sighthound, which was known judge hardly touched the dog, while the the combination of the Saluki-type dogs for its fierceness, shorter legs, and coat “fine-tooth” examiner is viewed as not brought to Russia by the Mongol that was smooth on the head, fronts of really understanding the breed. It invaders in the 13th century and the legs, and tail but profuse and very curly appears that, in the eyes of some

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exhibitors, the method employed for and several groups, a seemingly cursory stretching and warm-up exercises, con- individual examination of dogs is more examination is all that is necessary for ditioning exercises focused for the activ- important than making of the right them to make a decision. If a judge’s ity, and post-activity cool-down exer- decisions. decisions are sound ones, does it really cises. When attending events I see dogs This is not to say that it is not essential matter what method she uses to arrive at removed from their crates and asked to

hounds to handle dogs when judging, particu- them? —Ann Gordon; perform. The sudden push for perform- larly when judging the coated breeds. [email protected] ance can cause the dog to become sore, However, in the case of short-coated setting him up for injuries, and prevent dogs, is it necessary to dwell on body English Foxhounds peak performance that he is capable of structure after having checked the teeth, Canine Conditioning— physically and mentally. testicles, and the salient features of a par- Outside the Box How simple are these exercises, and how ticular breed’s body structure? he English Foxhound is a stocky much time is involved in learning or imple- These different approaches can be Thound, with bone and substance menting them? seen in the judging of Dachshunds. Both that cannot be too large. As an Most core-strengthening and balance situations occur when judging this breed. enthusiast of conformation and exercises are easy to learn, short in More time is needed to examine the performance arenas, I became interested duration, and can be performed almost structure of a longhair than to assess the in conditioning this stout hound to be anywhere. The exercises are most bene- structure of a smooth. competitive and successful in both. ficial to the dog if performed five min- With the longhair, the judge must get Conditioning a dog for success in utes every day routinely as opposed to his hands under the coat to be certain competition is as important as one minute every few days. that important structural features of this conditioning the human athlete to If time is a factor, focus on the dog’s breed are correct. For example, a lack of emphasize strength, speed, agility, weakness, and perform exercises to fore-chest can be hidden by an abun- flexibility, and balance. strengthen those areas. Hind-end dance of coat covering this area. Similarly, Through a series of events with my awareness, core-muscle strengthening a short keel can be disguised by a long dogs, a path brought me to Old Mill and proprioception exercises are some coat. The length of ribbing is more diffi- Veterinary Hospital in Leesburg, area-focused exercises. You can begin cult to ascertain unless it is actually felt Virginia, and Jason Strahin, a Certified these exercises at any age—the earlier by the examiner. Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner of the better for the dog to become accus- Good judges with a great wealth of eight years. Traditional methods of con- tomed to the equipment. It is impor- experience develop an eye that enables ditioning a dog such as biking and tant to introduce the equipment slowly them to sum up a dog instantly. This abil- swimming are great for building muscle in a positive manner as not to create ity is generally more highly developed in and physical stamina. fear of the equipment or exercise. the judge who judges more than one Working with Jason brought to mind Exercises performed daily will produce breed, and it is something that develops nontraditional exercises that could be visual results of stronger core and bal- over time. However, some exhibitors used in a conditioning routine to ance and improved stamina, motor seem to keenly focus on the money they improve physical and mental well-being function, and awareness skills. paid to enter their dog in the show and of the dog and preemptive measures to What equipment or exercises would you expect to get their “money’s worth,” injuries. I spoke with Jason to gain recommend that anyone can learn and regardless of the dog’s quality. If the judge insight on his experiences of canine implement? spends an acceptable amount of time injuries and exercises that can be imple- Pilates ball and cavelletti work. prodding and poking her dog, standing mented into conditioning routines for What resources would you recommend back and hopefully admiring him, the any venue. My questions and his com- for information on conditioning dogs? exhibitor feels that she has had her ments follow. My top recommendations are money’s worth, and she is satisfied—win What exercise would be beneficial to a dog Building the Canine Athlete, by or lose. as part of a conditioning routine for the Christine Zink, DVM, Ph.D., and Judges are expected to “go through show-ring or performance-event competitor? Laurie McCauley, DVM, and Stretching the motions,” even when they know full My most important recommendation the Performance Dog, by Debbie Gross well that the dog they are examining is would be to implement warm-up and Saunders. These are easy to understand not going to be among the top place- stretching exercises and cooling-down with concepts that anyone can apply to ments. It appears that in the eyes of exercises to a dog’s routine, as well as a conditioning routine. many exhibitors, what is more important before and after activity, to optimize A conditioned dog is strong, bal- than the judge’s decisions is the manner performance and prevent injury. I feel anced, confident and will give 100 in which he goes about making them. that more than 50 percent of the percent mentally and physically to the For many very experienced judges injuries I treat in canine rehabilitation performance. who are licensed to judge many breeds could have been prevented with proper Thank you, Jason, for sharing your

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time and knowledge. —Kris Eckard; ful type. She is sturdy yet feminine.” have previously written on the diversity [email protected] Best of Opposite Sex was awarded to of the Ibizan Hound. There has always GCh. Kelly Mountain American Idol, been a healthy range of type in the American Foxhounds bred and owned by Judy Rea. “My Best breed, some being more compact than A Conversation with the 2011 of Opposite Sex dog is a fine specimen, others. I believe we as Americans got National Specialty Judge

hounds strong, sound, and masculine,” Mrs. used to seeing the more moderate, he 2011 American Foxhound Club Martin said. “I like him very much and middle-of-the-road types. Tnational specialty show was held in discovered after judging that he is the With the great flood of information Ocala, Florida, on November 19. The sire of the lovely Select Bitch and a now available to us, we are more aware classes at the Greater Ocala Dog Club male Award of Merit winner, so he’s of various types in the breed, and most all-breed show were designated as the already contributing positively to the of all the amazing videos of Ibizans 2011 national, and Mrs. Molly Martin breed.” hunting in their native land. Seeing the of Pike Road, Alabama, judged the When asked for her impressions of Ibizans flying over high brush in pursuit breed entry of two dogs, four bitches, the breed based on what was brought to of rabbits was certainly an eye-opener one Veteran, 12 specials, one Stud Dog, her in Florida, Mrs. Martin observed, for me, so I will address the standard and one Brood Bitch. Recently I asked “The only thing that really comes to and explain why these beautiful dogs Mrs. Martin to provide her thoughts on mind is a few of the toplines being off, are so correct. These wonderful hunting judging the specialty and her and to me [topline] is a big part of type dogs, bred for the hunt and not show, impressions on the state of the breed in this breed. However, there can be are certainly beautiful creatures. from what she saw in her entry. reasons for a topline being off, especially First, their general size and shape. The “Quality was deep in the specials,” with bitches. Still, this is a breed in size limitations are for the most work- Mrs. Martin said. “I was a little disap- which conditioning is extremely impor- able mass of a dog who is expected to pointed to have so few class entries, but tant, and I look and feel for a muscular be very agile and to leap high in the air I had wondered if the location of the arch over the loin. The down and back and hunt for hours. This is not the swift, show would limit the entries due to on a couple of entries could have been short chase of the Greyhound. The dog travel requirements from other parts of cleaner, but side gait was generally bal- is only slightly longer, if at all, than his the country.” anced even if a few entries could have height. For agility and jumping a long Best of Winners went to the Winners used a bit more reach and drive. It has body would be counterproductive. Fine, Dog, Dunstan Tucker, bred by Lou and become a generic comment, but lots of clean bone, dense and bladed as befits a Emma Guida and owned by Gary breeds could use more layback of shoul- fast, agile dog is required. There should Shultz. Mrs. Martin commented that he der and length of upper arm, and never any sign of heaviness. “really filled my eye. This young dog American Foxhounds are no exception. The head is long and narrow, but in should have a nice future.” Winners All in all, from what I could see, the the form of a cone. This gives the Ibizan Bitch was a littermate to the Winners breeders represented seem to be doing a the long jaw to snatch up a rabbit on Dog, Kelly Mt. Just Do It Daisy, bred by nice job.” the run but the delicacy to retrieve it the Guidas and owned by Judy Rea. She added, “My thanks to the alive. The eyes are set obliquely and not Mrs. Martin selected Ch. Kelly American Foxhound Club. It was an large, giving good peripheral vision Mountain Diamonds Are Forever, bred honor to judge, and I was thrilled to be and keeping them not so much in dan- by Judy Rea and owned by Nancy invited. I thoroughly enjoyed riding to ger of injury from brambles. The ears, Jacoby, as Best of Breed. “After going hounds in my younger days and feel a the crowning glory of the Ibizan, are over all the Best of Breed entries, I real connection with the foxhound set high and are quite large. Ibizans use moved everyone around the ring again, breeds.” —Julie Lux; their sense of hearing to trace the rab- confirmed my initial impressions, and [email protected] bit through heavy, dry cover. The large made my cut,” she recalled. “I had a ear also helps in cooling the dog as it good idea which dog and bitch would Ibizan Hounds leaps and runs. be my top choices—what I didn’t know Form, Function, or Fashion? The lovely, arched neck is used for was whether the dog or the bitch here has been the suggestion that reconnaissance in heavy cover. Though would be Best of Breed. After working Tthe American show breeder may the neck is flexible and quite mobile, them a bit more, I felt the bitch had the have changed the Ibizan Hound into a the characteristic high carriage allows edge on the day. She never put a foot more elegant and leggier dog than the for the lift in the movement. The down wrong, and she looked as if she original stock brought to this country. shoulders are well laid back, but the could keep up that smooth, flowing Partly this is true, in that much of the upper arm is straighter, though not side-gait all day. Her neck flows beauti- original stock was from Ibiza rather dead-upright, dropping straight from fully into clean shoulders. Standing or than the Spanish mainland or the other the point of the shoulder but set on the move, her outline reflects beauti- Balearic Islands, particularly Mallorca. I slightly back, but well in front of the

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deepest part of the chest. This unique against the winning dog, not the breed There is no unwritten rule that conformation allows for the springy lift standard. Too often a bitch is bred to a implies all Elkhounds must be shown. and reach of the suspended trot. winning dog with total disregard for the However, they do need the tender, lov- The ribs are only slightly sprung, as standard. Success breeds success—or ing care of their owners. After all, you this is a dog of speed that is expected to does it? For the most part, the winning may have the perfect Elkhound. —Dr.

hounds go airborne in pursuit of rabbits. A dog is the best dog. The point remains Nina P. Ross; [email protected] cumbersome body will not serve. The that the standard for the breed, the blue- topline has a rise over the loin, denot- print for the perfect Elkhound, is the Otterhounds ing muscle and flexibility. The tuck-up basis for the ideal breeding plan. A dis- ur guest writer for this issue is does not appear as great as that of some cerning breeder takes into account the OMarilyn Hajjar. other sighthounds because of the possibility or probability of unforeseen length and placement of the upper arm factors that exists in every breeding. “Amiable, Boisterous, and and a moderately deep chest. The ster- Breeding based solely on show wins can Even-Tempered” num should have a little hollow on be venturesome. The Otterhound standard describes either side, as this is a hound of lean On the flip side of the coin, the origi- the temperament of the breed with just and spare body, not beefy as in some nal standards were descriptions of the three adjectives: amiable, boisterous, and working breeds. The foot is an elon- best dogs available at the time—or of even-tempered. When more than 32 gated oval with deep strong pads. This dogs owned by those who were writing Otterhounds, plus a litter of puppies— breed is expected to climb rock walls the standard or by breeders who comprising nearly four percent of the and land safely from high jumps. The dreamed about the one that got away. world’s population of fewer than 1,000 legs have bladed bones and are lengthy; Breeders may have etched in their minds of the breed—gathered last September this is needed for hunting in high cover. the ideal Elkhound and interpret the for the Otterhound Club of America’s Considerations should be made for standard to match what they are produc- 31st national specialty it was proof that some variety within the breed, a range ing. As long as breed characteristics are this rare breed possesses consistency of of type from more robust to more preserved, with emphasis on structure lineage throughout. Even more interest- leggy and sinewy. Within the parame- and function, there is no requirement ing, their people seem to have similar ters of the standard this is correct. that every Elkhound must fit into the personalities. Similar to variation of type within the same cookie-cutter mold. We came from every quadrant of the Saluki breed, different locations with The Elkhound is foremost a hunter, a U.S. and even Canada for this four-day different geography developed an multipurpose dog endowed with stam- weekend in tiny Brownsville, Oregon. acceptable range of types. ina, athletic prowess, and intelligence. No one had expected the record-break- I shall address the rest of this subject Even though he often is bred for other ing hot weather, above 90 degrees each in my next column. —Nan Kilgore purposes, his breed characteristics must day, yet little dampened the spirits of the Little; [email protected] be maintained. Leg length is important attendees and our double-coated for providing the agility to maneuver hounds. Tracking and conformation Norwegian Elkhounds rocky terrain and to outmaneuver the events were exciting, with great wins Best in the Ring moose or other prey. Elkhounds tend to and new titles, stuffed ducks for each of he perfect Elkhound has not yet become couch potatoes and put on the entered dogs, and artfully crafted tro- Tmade an appearance in the show more that the suggested weight for their phies and medals. Applause was freely ring. Or, perhaps, we did not recognize frame. Ideally, they are kept in lean, hard given, friendships solidified. it. There are some undeniably good dogs condition, ready for the hunt. I’d looked forward to this specialty for being shown. Visualize the Elkhound The Elkhound breed is not immune over two years and made the 1,300-mile with dark ears of good leather, a tightly to trafficking. An occasional Elkhound trek with my hound, Barley (Ch. VSOP curled, center-set tail, strong, arched gets into the wrong hands and is used to Canis Major Phoenix Rises). The mod- neck of good length, short loin, and produce puppies for dog traffickers. est host hotel gave us an enthusiastic movement correct coming and going as There are enough reputable Elkhound welcome, supplying gift bags for their well as viewed from the side. Ask breeders that it is not necessary to buy canine guests and “Pets in room” door- yourself if the dog’s true beauty and from or supply puppies to a pet store. It tags. Barley loves staying at hotels and character would shine through without is sad and embarrassing when the pedi- responded in his usual manner: slobbery the bait thrust in front of him. Take a gree of a pet-store puppy lists the name kisses for all. The staff was fascinated by good look at the dog who was placed at of an honorable, well-known breeder our many gentle giants who shuffled the end of the line because he was so who had no intentions of being past the front desk, quietly rode the ele- different from the others. Maybe that involved in such a situation. It is advis- vator, and patiently congregated on the was the perfect Elkhound. able to use judgment in placing grounds at all hours while their humans Elkhounds are sometimes judged Elkhounds with unknown buyers. met old friends and newcomers.

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It was exciting to put faces to the hope this was the first of many! —Becky to collect a solid database of current names of so many people I had only Van Houten; [email protected] PBGV health, we are now trying a known through phone calls or group e- “short form” paper survey that is down- mail lists and to meet the very dogs that Petits Bassets loadable on the PBGVCA website. were the topics of our exchanges. I Griffons Vendéens Educational health programs for

hounds finally met the first Otterhound breeder uch appreciation to Lauren owners and breeders continue at the I’d ever spoken with—back in 1996! MKovaleff for bringing us up to PBGV national specialties. These educa- She as well as several others had come date on progress in breed health and tional programs consist of a noted without their dogs, there to share their rescue programs and problem-solving researcher or veterinarian speaking dur- friendship, experience, and knowledge. in fund raising. Lauren is a longtime ing the day on a particular topic, fol- Although I’d always had pedigreed dogs PBGV owner, active PBGVCA lowed by a dinner with the speaker. This of other breeds, I’d never become member, and current president of the format allows further discussion in a involved in the dog show world, not PBGV Health and Rescue Foundation. more informal, relaxed setting. even with my first Otterhound, Gulliver. To provide funding for these projects, I’d never participated in a specialty. Now The PBGV Health and fund-raising activities over the years it was different. When Barley was 6 Rescue Foundation have become increasingly more sophis- months old I was convinced by my In 1997 the PBGV Club of America ticated. While initial efforts to raise California Otterhound friends to show formed a foundation as a means to pro- money mainly occurred at the PBGV him, to expose our little-known breed vide funds for health research and to national specialty shows in the form of to the world, and since then I’ve discov- support the health and welfare of the live and silent auctions and 50-50 raffles, ered that not only my dog, but I too, breed. The resulting PBGV Health and with the advent of genetic-research pos- three years later, continue to enjoy Rescue Foundation, consisting of a sibilities and the increased needs of our showing. Being there made us all board of up to 13 members, achieves PBGVCA Rescue Committee, we winners. this goal by sponsoring research and needed to switch gears. There were some unexpected heart- education and by making funding avail- Though the PBGV Foundation breaks. There was the sudden, mysteri- able for the rescue of purebred aban- boards have been filled with breeders ous illness and subsequent loss of a doned or neglected PBGVs. The PBGV and other dedicated PBGV lovers, we champion tracking hound bitch; a Health and Rescue Foundation is a needed to tap into even more knowl- dreaded call from my daughter, just as non-profit 501(c)3 corporation, which edgeable fund-raisers. Because we are a the dogs were entering the Best of allows us to offer donors the opportu- small breed, money isn’t available to Breed ring: she had been diagnosed with nity to designate donations as tax obtain fund-raising expertise, so we’ve Stage 2 breast cancer; then the next day, deductions. educated ourselves and cultivated pro- a befuddled judge who made his final The PBGV Foundation works closely grams that take advantage of the cut in Best of Breed before examining with the PBGVCA and its health com- strengths of available volunteers. all the dogs. Nonetheless, we were there mittee, rescue committee, and National Fund-raising programs are helping us for one another, supportive and caring. Specialty Education Committee to to meet increased challenges. We have Throughout, the dogs were always ami- identify specific funding needs. During opened a new online “emporium” of able, boisterous, and even tempered. our first operational decade, funding PBGV related items, and we hold an The details entailed in putting a spe- was mainly dedicated to supporting annual holiday auction on eBay. We’ve cialty together are innumerable. It had research projects in partnership with the developed a new “Leave a Legacy” pro- taken months of planning and coopera- AKC Canine Health Foundation. We gram for individuals interested in mak- tion for the local hosting committee. also sponsored health- and breeder-edu- ing bequests to the PBGV Foundation Organizing multiple venues had to be cation programs. As our appealing breed in wills or living trusts. Regional PBGV overwhelming. Not only had those who has become more popular in the U.S., Clubs have begun competing by seeing put on the event succeeded beyond raising money to support PBGVCA which club can make the most money expectations, they were still talking to rescue activities has had to become a for the Foundation each year. Vacation each other when it was over. priority. spots have become a popular donation Now we look forward: Tennessee this Initial foundation activities included item and have done very well for fund- year, Wisconsin in 2013. the development of a PBGVCA DNA raising. Other smaller activities like the Barley and I hope to be there—ami- bank at the University of Missouri. “Pennies for PBs” banks make available able, boisterous, and even-tempered. — Approximately 500 PBGV samples are fund-raising options for every budget. M.H. currently stored there. Early successful All of these innovative programs are Thank you, Marilyn, for giving us an handwritten breed-health surveys were helping us face our new rescue-funding impression of the first Otterhound conducted, followed by a modestly suc- challenges as well as look to research and national specialty she has attended. We cessful online survey. Attempting now education to assist PBGV breeders with

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their breeding programs, and PBGV beauty can pick out the best dogs with- If yes, the next question is: Is it the owners with the knowledge and under- out knowing anything about the stan- right ridge? Immediately after whelping standing to provide the best care possible dard of that particular breed. Years ago, I is an optimal time to look for the two for our wonderful breed. —L.K. knew someone who actually knew symmetrical crowns called for in a cor- Thank you, Lauren. —Kitty Steidel; nothing about dogs but who could usu- rect show ridge. The slick, wet newborn

hounds [email protected] ally pick the winning dog of any breed coat clearly shows the number and loca- he was watching. However, that is not tion of the crowns, or whorls. Over the Pharaoh Hounds the norm, and one cannot base selection next several days, the puppy coat will Type and Terminology of a dog nor plan a breeding program on become fluffier and the ridge harder to he next time you hear a person say pure instinct. A blueprint that sets out scrutinize. Tsomething about “type”—for the desired qualities for the perfect dog If there is only one crown, or more example, when someone says, “I don’t is required—a written standard for a than two, or if the required pair of like that dog’s type”—ask that person breed. crowns is too asymmetrical (American what she means by type.You may get a It is essential that we fully understand breeders, being sensible, forgive a slight surprising answer. It may not coincide dog terms and their definitions before offset), then that ridged puppy, too, joins with the meaning as expressed in the we can correctly apply their meanings to the “pet puppy” brigade. Sometimes standard, which refers to the essential the standard and have that standard make hard to spot is a “lazy” or “half” crown, characteristic qualities of a particular sense. There are times when people use basically a partly formed whorl. (Judges breed. the wrong terminology when evaluating miss them, too, especially if the exhibitor As applied to Pharaoh Hounds, a dog, saying one thing when actually is adept with tweezers.) according to the standard, type means meaning another. This can lead to mis- Fighting for the breeder’s attention at that the general appearance of the dog is understanding and difference of opinion, the same time are white markings. The one of grace, power, and speed. The where there may actually be none at all. standard permits a little white on the Pharaoh Hound is medium sized and of I strongly recommend to all breeders chest and on the feet up to the toes, noble bearing, with hard, clean-cut and owners that they review a glossary though Ridgeback breeders in the U.S. lines—graceful, well balanced, and very of dog terms—as a refresher course for almost universally ignore a little “extra fast, with free, easy movement and alert those who are experienced, and as a paint” on an otherwise sound and typy expression. An example of a fault in type necessity for those who are novices. dog. Still, white socks that do a credible would be coarseness, which is a lack of On a less serious note: impression of a knee high are too much elegance and nobility. Naturally, one Reality check— How many of you for most anyone, and those pups too are must know the meaning of coarseness in have found that your dog just couldn’t destined for civilian duty. order to recognize it as a fault. be more affectionate and had to climb Next comes palpation for dermoid The problem of people being into your lap to prove her love with sinus, a neural-tube defect in which a involved with Pharaoh Hounds but not kisses, only for it to become clear that tube about the size of a strand of having understanding of the full mean- she was just cleaning up the cookie spaghetti vents to the surface of the ings of dog terms was brought to my crumbs you had dropped on your dog’s skin, causing repeated infection attention recently. I was discussing a par- sweater? —Rita Laventhall Sacks; and abscess if not removed. Some ticular dog I was looking at with a per- [email protected] breeders do surgery, others cull, but son whom I assumed was reasonably none would consider such a puppy for educated regarding our breed. When I Rhodesian Ridgebacks breeding stock. brought up the subject of type in rela- Hurdles Tails are next. South African breed tion to the dog the conversation came e sit expectantly on the expert Major Tom Hawley called to a halt, as the person did not have a Wnewspaper-lined floor. The bitch kinked tails a defect “as tenacious as old sufficient understanding of the meaning braces, grunts, and soon that familiar mamma Bulldog herself,” a drag of the of Pharaoh Hound type. brownish-red blob appears. We rip the breed harking back to the early intro- After I explained what is meant by sac, cut the cord, clear mouth and nose, duction of Bulldog blood. Whatever true Pharaoh hound type, further con- and rub, rub, rub until we hear that ancestor is responsible, that’s another versation revealed that she did not know deliciously indignant squeak. potential show dog that bites the dust. as much as about Pharaohs as I had pre- Holding the puppy by the waist, palm That’s enough for the first five min- sumed. If you stood ringside with her, cupping the belly, we towel away the utes of puppy’s arrival. But as time goes you would find that she could pick a slime and blood. on, so does the laundry list of obstacles: good dog but could not put into words At this point, most breeders turn the In some but certainly not all lines, her reasons for doing so. puppy over to see what sex it is. The megaesophagus can be a devastating dis- This is not an unusual talent. Often, Ridgeback breeder, however, looks at covery in weeks to come; in others, people with an eye for symmetry and the back: Is there a ridge? entropion, a more treatable scenario,

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can nonetheless eliminate show-ring I watch the dogs very carefully when Scottish Deerhounds contenders. At 4 weeks, it’s time to I’m out in the field and I hadn’t seen Deerhound Humor PART TWO hold one’s breath and check bites. At 8 any indication of Ringo being bitten. et me share several additional weeks, yo-yo-ing testicles can dash Over the years I’ve seen our dogs Lexamples of Deerhound problem- hopes. encounter rattlesnakes, and they are very solving and humor. I ended my first

hounds Pity the poor Ridgeback breeder, wary—especially once they hear the “Deerhound Humor” column by nickeled and dimed in the whelping buzz of the tail. A six-foot circling pat- describing how Deerhounds expect us box. Few breeds have as many hurdles tern is a sure sign the dogs have found a to read their minds rather than make an to jump before breeders can ask the snake. In this case, with the tall, thick effort to show us what they want. most important questions of all: Does cover, I believe Ringo was trotting Cindy Crofoot described how, at 16 this puppy have type, and is it sound? along, stepped on the snake, and it months, their Bluey would “stand by For those who wonder why there is flipped up to bite his leg. the front door, unblinking and gazing so much mediocrity in the ring, the Ringo made a fabulous recovery. He deeply into our eyes.” When someone unfortunate (but in the end not par- was in back in action one week after would get up to open the door for donable) answer is sometimes: Because the incident, but this was in part him, he would race back to jump into that is all that is left. —Denise Flaim; because he had several things going for the newly vacated place on the couch. [email protected] him: He pulled this same stunt repeatedly (1) The bite was low on his body, and until they finally learned to resist his Salukis not closer to his heart. hypnotic eyes, keep their seats, and his month I have invited Karon (2) I didn’t mess with it; I got him order him to go “out the back” (where TLonero, a Saluki breeder with straight to the vet. Remember: Your best there was an available dog door). almost 40 years’ experience in open snakebite kit is your car keys! Never I could easily believe in Bluey’s fieldwork, as a guest columnist with a treat the bite yourself—go to the vet clever manipulation because of the lit- very timely topic. immediately! termate I had at home: At that same (3) He is a larger dog. Smaller dogs age, my Alex was still confined to the Rattlesnake! and cats are at far greater risk. “dog room” in the back of the house, So, you think your dog(s) are aversion (4) I had my cell phone charged and and I would spend several hours a day trained, and perhaps they’ve even been usable—which saved valuable time in working in there to keep him company. professionally trained, right? I found out locating a vet who had the antivenin in He would try to lure me into play, even on a cool April morning in California’s stock. Antivenin is most effective if amazingly throwing toys or balls right central valley that snake training is not a started within four hours of the bite. to me, to engage me in a game of catch. guarantee your hound won’t be bit. (5) I had a fabulous veterinarian and Alex also began sneaking his rawhide Our Salukis were out in a natural field staff who were well versed in treating outside to hide it, knowing I would to run when I noticed Ringo hold up rattlesnake-bite victims. look for it to bring it back. Often I his right front paw. All I could find was a I would like to remind everyone to be couldn’t find where he’d hidden it, so I tiny, bloody nick under his dewclaw, so I cautious in the spring and summer watched out the window. He went up figured he must have just caught it on about where we exercise our dogs. the hill to a little hollow between the something while running. Minutes later Spring is the time of highest risk for roots of a large tree, nosed aside some he was in distress, however, so I quickly snakes—they are just out of hibernation long grass, pulled out his rawhide as if headed to the car and emergency serv- and are hungry and slow. They don’t get to check on it, then put it back in the ices. I called the vet clinic while driving out of the way as quickly as they will hollow and actually patted the grass and asked if they had rattlesnake when the temperatures warm up, so they back over it with his paw! antivenin. They did, and I got instruc- are more apt to become defensive and There were other toys I wouldn’t let tions on how to get there. strike. Ask your vet about rattlesnake Alex take outside, so he developed a The vet ran a specific blood test for vaccine, and stay out of fields with heavy “trick” of leaving one near the door, indicators of rattlesnake bite. Ringo had ground cover where you cannot see coaxing me into opening the door for been bitten. Treatment is antivenin, flu- underfoot. him, then wheeling back to grab the ids, pain medications, and antibiotics. This was the first snakebite episode toy and rushing out before I could stop The antivenin took several hours to I’ve had in decades of coursing with my him. Of course I caught on pretty administer as a drip solution to regulate Salukis—and with this new knowledge quickly, but he took such pleasure in how quickly it is absorbed, and there and a bit of luck, I hope it will be the putting one over on me, I let him con- was a critical window (plus or minus 20 last! —K.L. tinue to “get away with it.” minutes) where they monitor for ana- Thank you, Karon. —Brian Patrick On days when I found it too cold to phylactic reaction. Fortunately, Ringo Duggan; [email protected] spend as much time in the back of the had smooth sailing. house as Alex wanted, I would leave

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him knuckle bones to keep him busy. edge over his more staid competitors in score of Whippets who earned group One afternoon I heard a bone hit the the group. Perhaps it is the rainbow of recognition and achieved enviable floor, followed by a great deal of bark- colors he comes in, or perhaps it is the records. But 2011 was a year that saw ing and fussing. I found his bone had showy demeanor he displays that might not one, but two Whippets dominate the gone over the dog gate into the give him an edge. The standard places Hound Groups throughout the U.S.

hounds kitchen. Innocently, I picked it up, no import on color or showmanship, As we reach this column’s deadline handed it back to him, and returned to but it is a rare solid-colored Whippet the year-end rankings are not final, but my work. Shortly thereafter I heard the who does consistently well in the group, it is possible that at the close of the year bone hit the floor again. After the third and showmanship has become an we will see two Whippets among the time I realized he was doing it on pur- imperative for show ring success. top five hounds, almost certainly in the pose to get my attention, having cre- Even with attractive markings and a top 10, with one of them standing at ated a new game of “catch” for us great attitude, however, a Whippet that number one as of this writing. Our (much the way a baby will push a paci- might regularly place in the group will breed records were shattered in 2011, fier off a tray repeatedly, watching with not usually stand at the top of the year- and the bar has been reset by two interest to see how long the adult will end Hound Group rankings. In fact, remarkable bitches. “play” by handing it back). only once in the last six decades has a Kudos to GCh. Sporting Field’s When I was working in his room, Whippet earned the coveted Show Dog Bahama Sands, her breeders Dionne Alex had already devised a similar game of the Year honors. That dog was the Butt and Jesse Martin, her owners Jane of knocking a toy under the table and incomparable English import Ch. Cooney-Waterhouse and Dionne Butt, barking till I retrieved it for him. I Courtenay Fleetfoot of Pennyworth, and her handler Amanda Giles, for a guess it wasn’t much of a stretch for owned by Margaret P. Newcombe and great year. But 2011 belonged to the him to see if the same approach would handled by Bob Forsyth, and the year amazing GCh. Starline’s Chanel, whose work to bring me to him when I was was 1964. I have pondered why a many show-ring victories earned her out of the room. —Joan Shagan; jubal- Whippet has achieved this honor only the honor of top winning Whippet of [email protected] once, and it occurred to me that this all time. Heartiest congratulations to might say something good about our her breeders, Lori and Carey Lawrence Whippets breed. Perhaps in any given year we may and Dianne Bowen; her owners, the A Banner Year see enough Whippets of quality in com- Lawrences; and her handler, Lori hippets have historically been petition that no single dog dominates the Wilson. Chanel has redefined group Wone of the more successful breed, and therefore group placements success for Whippets. breeds in Hound Group competition. I are earned by a number of different dogs. It was a banner year indeed. —Phoebe do not have the statistics, but That is, until 2011. Last year was a J. Booth; [email protected] anecdotally speaking, it seems that a remarkable and historic year for the flashy and elegant Whippet often has an breed. Certainly there were at least a

Airedale Terriers important influence in their lives. A very special appearance was made Montgomery Weekend Scottshire’s first handler-mentor in by Ric’s two daughters, who spoke have two special stories from the 1974, a Ric ‘handling graduate,’ said about how life had been for them and IOctober 2011 Montgomery County that when he was about 15 years old how their dad had loved his two fami- dog-show weekend to share with those and hanging around Ric’s set-up after a lies—their family, and his dog-show

terriers who were unable to attend. show, Ric (with his usual cigar hanging family. It was a very special time to The terrier world has lost one of its from the side of his mouth) said, ‘Hey, honor a man who had dedicated his life all time great men with the passing of kid, would you like to help load the to further and preserve many breeds, Ric Chashoudian. The following, sent truck?’ The excited teenager said, ‘Yes, especially one of his most favorite—the in by Carol Scott, is a brief overview of sir—wow, I get to help load the show King of the Terriers!” the lovely memorial service held in his dogs!’ Our second story from the weekend honor at the show. That kid was Woody! I guess to work is “Our Hatboro Adventure,” shared by “I’d like to share a note about the for Ric was like being accepted in the Christine Vitosh: memorial service at Montgomery for ‘Harvard School of Learning to be a “At 8:30 A.M., I stood near Ring 1, Ric Chashoudian. The service was well Dog Handler of the Future.’ awaiting the arrival of my Airedale, attended. Lydia Hutchinson did quite a “In addition to Woody, RC, Gabriel, Paxston. However, on her way to the job leading everyone in songs, and then Bill McFadden and more told similar ring, she escaped from her handler. a number of handlers spoke about Ric’s Ric stories. “Members of the Kipp team were in

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pursuit! They scoured the area, speaking year the national was held at the won- judged by Mrs. Carol Esterkin of with every person possible, resulting in derful Rumor Hotel in Las Vegas. The California. two other lost dogs being reunited with hotel is located just a few blocks away The national entry held strong, with their owners. An area dog trainer from the strip, so there was plenty to do a combined entry of over 150 AmStaffs. brought out an ATV. Fliers were made for everyone attending the show. The sweepstakes was judged by long-

terriers at the library. Brett the Collie and One unique thing to the AmStaff time breeder Benny Cheek of Texas, Airedales Caelan and Kodiak joined the national is the amount of foreign influ- and the national show was judged by search. ence. As some of you might already Mrs. Mildred Bryant of Texas. A futu- “Paxston had been seen visiting an know, our breed is very popular among rity was also held and was judged by area chicken coop but ran away at the our European friends. The entry at the Ms. Nancy Liebes. Futurity competi- sight of strangers. At dusk she was spot- 2011 World Dog Show in Paris would tion is new to the AmStaff club, this ted by hunters in a field, chasing deer. prove this. The AmStaff entry was being our second annual event of this Susan Kipp and Adam Gas feverishly among the top 10 of all breeds type. We are pleased that AmStaff combed the area. Others joined, flash- attending. breeders are catching on to this won- lights in tow, and hiked until 11 p.m. Countries represented at this year’s derful way to exhibit their Bred-bys. “Exhausted, most returned to hotels, national included Serbia, Hungary, Italy, We have a “floating” national that but Susan and Adam vowed to stay in Brazil, the Netherlands, France, Russia, travels around the country—next year hopes Paxston would return. Belgium, Spain, and, of course, our it will be back in the Midwest. If you “Seventeen hours and 1,000 acres neighbor to the north, Canada. Many ever have the chance, please consider later, at 1:30 A.M., when the deer had foreign breeders attend the national to attending an AmStaff national specialty. moved on, the chickens were back in observe, while others bring dogs to I promise you will have a good time. their coop, and the other lost dogs were participate in the show. Over the years Until next time. —Ed Thomason; home, Paxston tracked herself back to they continue to bring quality dogs to [email protected] the Kipp setup. Scared, she took off present in the ring and are quite com- again, but I caught up with her near the petitive and in the ribbons. Many of Australian Terriers field. Hearing my voice, she ran and our foreign friends have returned home What Is Your Type? bounced against the passenger door of with results ranging from class wins to hen a dog person talks about my car, flashing that Airedale grin, as if Winners Bitch, Winners Dog, AOMs, W“type,” what does he mean? to say, ‘Wait until I tell you about my and even the coveted Best in Specialty Type is the set of characteristics that day!’ Best of Breed. This year was no excep- differentiate one breed of dog from any “My deep appreciation goes out to tion, as the Winners Bitch at the other breed. These characteristics, in Susan Kipp, the Huntwood Team, and regional and the national were both addition to physical attributes, also Adam for never giving up, and Dr. foreign bred and owned, with one from include a combination of behavior, Valeria and John Rickard for their vet- Italy and the other from Hungary. temperament and carriage that erinary guidance upon Paxston’s Few things in life can bring such a demonstrate the essence of that breed. return.” wide variety of people and beliefs For example, some of the key physical How’s that for your introduction to together as a dog show can. There is characteristics that define the the wonderful world of Montgomery mutual respect given to everyone, and Bloodhound include: ears that are dog-show weekends? —Janet Johnson in turn, everyone has a good time. extremely long and set very low and a Framke; [email protected] Every evening you will find people superabundant amount of loose skin on enjoying a beverage, relaxing, and talk- the head which, when the head is American ing dogs. While the Internet has made carried low, falls into loose, pendulous Staffordshire Terriers the world smaller, there is still no sub- ridges and folds, especially over the The 75th AmStaff National stitute for getting to know someone forehead and sides of the face. These Brings the World Together face to face. Many of us look forward characteristics, among others described ello, my name is Ed Thomason. to this once-a-year visit with our for- in the Bloodhound breed standard, not HMy wife and I breed American eign friends who attend the AmStaff only make him recognizable as a Staffordshire Terriers under the Alpine national. Bloodhound, they also allow him to do prefix. I am currently the vice president The American Staffordshire Terrier the job he was originally bred for in of the Staffordshire Terrier Club of Club of Riverside-San Bernardino held the first place—to track by scent. So America—and now the person who the regional specialty. The entry, com- when a dog closely adheres to the will be writing to all of you about our bined with sweeps and obedience, was breed standard, he is said to be “typey.” wonderful breed. over 120 AmStaffs. The sweepstakes was Comparison of typey dogs of the In October we celebrated the judged by breeder Carrie Lee of same breed shows that there are sets of STCA’s 75th national specialty. This Arkansas, and the regional show was dogs that have characteristics that are

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similar to each other, yet are distinctly sound dog, but if he doesn’t have breed front legs. different from others of the breed. This type he isn’t a good specimen of an Right-brain judges are less likely to distinct “look” or “style” could be cre- Australian Terrier. —Grace Cartwright; focus on hypothetical number values ated by a breeder within their line [email protected] such as “45 degrees of shoulder lay- because of their slightly different inter- back.” They will focus more on sensory

terriers pretation of the breed standard. Bedlington Terriers input and how well the neck flows into Different styles can also be created by Right Brain vs. Left Brain the shoulder layback and down to the groups of breeders geographically sepa- he brain is divided laterally by the front legs. rated. For example, the style of head in Tright hemisphere and left The distance from the shoulder to the breed on the East Coast of the U.S. hemisphere. Theoretically, each the elbow should be the same distance can look very different from the style hemisphere has a different way of from the elbow to the ground on a well of head on the West Coast. It is natural processing information, making some balanced front. Following the body, to prefer one style over the other, but people right-brain dominant and some Bedlingtons are slightly longer than tall. that doesn’t make either style wrong, as people left-brain dominant. They descend from the Otterhound, long as both fulfill the guidelines Right-brain-dominant people are not the Basset Hound. Too long in described by the breed standard. visual and process the whole picture body, lack of sufficient tuck-up, and a The Australian Terrier type is before seeing the details. These people flat topline are incorrect. described by the breed standard, the are creative in the way they think and On a balanced, well-angulated rear, Clarification of the Standard, and its more artistic in their abilities. Right- the right-brain judge imagines a history, all of which can be found brain thinkers are subjective and focus straight line from the point of buttocks under “About the Breed” tab on the on aesthetics. They process information to the ground, making sure the line Australian Terrier Club of America in a varied order. passes in front of the toenails on the website (australianterrier.org). He is a Left-brain-dominant individuals are rear foot. A dog straight in the rear is as “fast, sturdy, weather-resistant and fear- more objective and process information unbalanced as one that is overstretched less little dog that the (Australian) set- in a linear order. They are verbal and past this imaginary line. These are some tlers needed as they expanded the fron- see things more analytical or scientific. of the details in balance a right-brain tiers of their country … This is a breed Left-brain thinkers process information judge might process after first seeing that was developed in a land of great in details then put those details the dog as a whole. variety, and it must be agile, surefooted, together as a whole. A left-brain judge will not see the and move with long, reaching, smooth Right-brain judges will instantly Bedlington as a whole upon first impres- and driving motion in order to fulfill its look at a Bedlington Terrier as a whole sion, instead concentrating on individual heritage as an all-around worker: one dog. They see overall balance by focus- parts or details. There is less focus on bal- that excels at herding, guarding and ing on images and patterns in the ance until these details of the dog are vermin control.” structure and outline. These judges have examined on the table. Being more ana- The Aussie is a low-set terrier breed a tendency to take their time studying lytical, the left-brain judge will innately of medium bone and is somewhat each dog down the line, processing put more emphasis on numbers and longer in length in relation to height, information before individual examina- measurements. For instance, the ear which is 10-11 inches at the withers. tion on the table. Once the entry is on should be approximately three inches at The length comes not just from the the table, a right-brain judge starts to greatest width, with its length reaching length of back but also from the breast- see specific details that make up the the corner of the mouth. But does the bone (keel) and correct angulations of whole dog. Hands-on examination of ear fit with the overall balance of the the front and rear assemblies. “There these details may or may not confirm head? A left-brain judge needs these should definitely be something to put their first impression of a well-balanced details before deciding. your hands on in front of the forelegs dog. The left-brain judge will look for a (the keel) and behind the tail (but- For example, the judge might start shoulder layback as close to his defini- tocks).” The breed has a harsh outer with the head, looking at length of tion of good angulation, an important coat and a soft undercoat (blue/tan, red, muzzle (longer in jaw, shorter in skull), detail he will measure before continu- or sandy in color). A definite ruff of find no cheekiness, a small eye, and a ing with the front. The same holds true longer neck hair extends into an apron low ear-set. If the dog has a short muz- for the angulation of the rear. He might covering the breastbone and on under zle or a long, snipey muzzle, the head also look at height in terms of inches the body. A soft-textured topknot and could be considered unbalanced. A before studying length of body, length an area of the muzzle that is free of hair large, round eye; wide, houndlike ear; or of leg, and structural balance. Once the in the adult dog are further characteris- narrow “string ear” also throw the head examination is complete, the left-brain tics used to describe breed type. off balance. The examination of details judge processes these details and organ- You can have a perfectly moving, continues with the neck, shoulders, and izes the information as a whole. Overall

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balance of the Bedlington is found in expectant litter. Forwarding me the link permissible. Any markings elsewhere on the the sum of all its parts. to Dr. Carmen Battaglia’s article on coat are to be severely faulted. Skin pigmen- The definition of a balanced dog is early neurological stimulation (breeding- tation is not to be penalized. universal among breeders and judges. betterdogs.com), she made me promise to Bull Terriers evolved from other The perception of balance, however, perform this on my litter. Still a skeptic, breeds. One was the Dalmatian. Most

terriers depends on which side of the brain is I responded, “Only for you!” American BTs do not have many more dominant in pragmatically pro- The litter arrived, and when the pups issues with coat ticking, but some in cessing the information. were four days old I carried out my other countries do. In the U.S., judges —Laurie Friesen; vow by taking each one individually will find a fair amount of body pig- [email protected] and tickling his paw with a Q-Tip; mentation, which may show through holding him with head held erect, then the coat. That is perfectly acceptable Border Terriers held down, then in supine position; and and in no way constitutes a fault. Poppycock? You Be the lastly the doing the thermal stimulation Judges will also find an occasional spot Judge by laying him on a damp, cooled of color in the coat. Somehow, this y good friend and fellow towel—each step performed for three distracting spot will almost always be Mbreeder, Leslie Sprando, insists to five seconds only. Admittedly I on the show side of the back, at the the Early Neurological Stimulation missed two days out of the recom- base of the tail or on the neck, and to technique on litters works wonders. mended 13, and I was relieved when the chagrin of the exhibitor, will be Poppycock, I’ve always told her! How the time frame had ended, since I could very obvious. Judges should deal with can a method so simple produce an not grasp how this could possibly a small spot or two as a fault, gaining entire litter of confident, outgoing, work. in severity by the size and number of siblings, no matter the breed? The puppies grew as usual, opening spots or patches. If the dog is other- In my experience, with each litter of their eyes at 2 weeks, learning to play wise a quality example of the breed, my Border Terriers there are a few bold and yap by 4. The day came for them to please understand that small amounts puppies, a few I call observers, and at leave their nest and experience the big of coat-spotting is a lesser fault than a least one puppy who needs a little kitchen. Off they went, and to my mediocre head, poor topline, incorrect more coercing than the others to join astonishment, there was no hesitation at make and shape, or in-standing in life’s fun. all. I lost sight of the frontrunners trot- canines. Since I work at home, I’ve always ting out ahead of me and had trouble The standard for the colored BT believed I have an advantage with my keeping up with the ones behind. The says: Other things being equal, the pre- litters. I can socialize my puppies by dam of the litter joined in, and that ferred color is brindle. A dog which is pre- interacting with them the entire day, as really got the pups going. Nothing dominantly white shall be disqualified. well as into the night. Kennel staff, fazed them! Things will not be equal, so judges friends, and family love to join in with From that moment on I became a should not be too concerned about the puppy playtimes. believer. I now tease Leslie that I may color. Because they are not flashy, Like clockwork, certain behaviors not do this again since these pups solids are often overlooked, but they can be expected during each week of jumped out of the puppy pen, tried to should not be. They can be important life in my Border Terrier litters. At 6 climb my staircase, and learned the in good breeding programs. Only once weeks, the puppies are invited to ven- doggie-door way too early for my in my 35 years in our breed have I ture out of the kennel room into the supervision preference. I did head seen a BT who was close to predomi- kitchen. Typically they will trot right counts many times daily! nantly white, and she was an ROM out, each one feeding off of the confi- For breeders out there like myself champion. One well-known judge has dence of the other. The kitchen is large who feel this may just be poppycock, I dismissed colored BTs from the ring so that ultimately they begin to hesitate, challenge you to try this on your next because of white splashes on the back. with one or two of them retreating litter. It certainly surprised me. I expect The standard does not address such back to the safety of their trusted ken- I’ll be eating crow to my friend Leslie splashes, but this judge has such a nel room. Their mother coaxes them for a long time on this one! —Lynn strong prejudice that no knowledge- out and eventually, with my help, Looper; [email protected] able BT exhibitor will show to him. teaches her offspring about the safety, Although they are unlikely to see freedom, and joy of exploring the Bull Terriers one, judges should be wary of liver- entire house. Fault-Judging: Color and colored BTs. A BTCA committee With Leslie planning to get a puppy Markings some years back found that this was from my newest breeding, she once he AKC standard for white Bull not a desirable color. Although their again became a nuisance, insisting I use TTerriers calls for the coloring to be findings have never been incorporated the stimulation technique on the white though markings on the head are into the standard, liver color is gener-

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ally accepted as a severe fault in our Cairn Terriers be reckoned with, and so is a motivated breed. The Welcome Waiting Cairn Terrier fancier. s I write, fall’s phoenix has faded In Cairns, as in all breeds, there are Priorities and Virtue Judging Aand the land is preparing to settle individuals who step forward to give so Anyone who has spent 10 minutes into winter’s slumber. The days grow much of their time and of themselves.

terriers in our sport has heard the call for short, and I find myself revisiting They are not always agreed with, not “virtue judging, not fault judging.” memories of the decades in which one always appreciated, but they are always Virtue judging implies that the judge or more (usually more) Cairns have needed. And when they leave us they understands and cares about breed pri- shared my life and made my home their are always missed. orities. It means judging the whole own. The latest yearbook of Cairn Recently a number of e-mails and dog, from a positive point of view, not Terrier Club of America is often in my postings carried the news of the passing judging on individual components like hands. I find myself offering a thank- of a longtime and stalwart member of gay tails, undershot bites, coat ticking, you to its editor, Katrina Berg Sussmeir. the Cairn community, Clare Redditt, of or back splashes. I don’t quite know how she manages it, Cairnacre. I recall Clare as a forthright Judges who continue to judge on but year after year, she prods and pleads individual, fiercely dedicated to the incisors or discard a great dog because and then produces this consistently preservation of the history and health of a gay tail-set are a major part of the impressive record of “the year in concerns of the Cairn Terrier. Her reason that the BTCA limits ROM- Cairns.” work in helping to develop registries giving authority. The modern and As I turn the pages they call to mind for craniomandibular osteopathy much-loved Bull Terrier is believed to the Cairns and through them, the peo- (CMO) and as a chair of the Cairn principally come from or at least be ple whom I’ve met at shows, at club Terrier Club of America’s health-con- heavily influenced by a dog called meetings, in parks, at shopping malls, cerns committee is of inestimable value. Ormandy Souperlative Bar Sinister, on city streets, in country fields, and— There are others whose names merit who had what the AKC essentially more and more these days—online via mention—the list is too long, this space considers the ultimate fault. He was the ’net. The reminders of the friends too short. monorchid. But Robert Oppenheimer made and yes, foes (hopefully few) col- In remembrance of Clare and all recognized his enormous virtue over lected along with rectangles of ribbons, those who have gone on ahead, imag- even that fault and used him in his rosettes, trophies, dog-eared programs, ine they have come to a place “some- breeding program. show catalogs, and photographs are where over the rainbow,” just before a Breeders work with what they have many, and so much more than mere “rainbow bridge” under blue skies and available and diligently try to create memories. a cloudless horizon. Imagine the voice the healthiest, most beautiful puppies Except for the preference of one of their Cairns, the song of their pack they can. Judges must work with what king of England and the love and rising, swelling with anticipation at the comes into the ring. Judges who determination of a young girl from sound of familiar footsteps, explosive understand the priorities in analyzing Kansas named Dorothy, the Cairn with joy as a beloved voice calls them breed type and applying the standard Terrier is a breed that has eluded the by name. “Recall” is perfect. will be able to visualize and identify dubious benefits of the public’s fickle, They have been and will always be quality Bull Terriers. The real chal- fleeting, and usually damaging obses- remembered. Imagine, the welcome lenge for judges is to care enough sion with the purebred breed du jour. that waits for each and for all of us. about our breed to find happy, person- Those who know and love Cairns are, Safe journey. —Karen Ann Filippi; able Bullies with handsome, egg- for the most part, content, comfortable [email protected] shaped heads and well-made bodies. with the breed’s relative obscurity, The current BTCA judges’ educa- while working tirelessly to promote Smooth Fox Terriers tion program, including mentoring, is and preserve “the best little pal in the Perfect? offered on Silverwood weekend and world.” heard it through the grapevine, or can be coordinated for inclusion at Who are these people? What draws Ishould I say on the Internet, that a specialties and judges’ ed programs. We them to this breed in particular? Most column written in another dog hope everyone interested in Bull often the answer will speak of the char- magazine commented on the overall Terriers will join us any October for acter of the Cairn. His temperament is quality of Smooth Fox Terriers being Silverwood and our national specialty. game, fearless, and yes, sometimes frus- shown. The author had been at last Details are posted at btca.com. BTCA trating. Cairns are intelligent and easily October’s Montgomery County Judges Education Coordinator Dr Carl bored by repetition. With Cairns, it’s weekend and felt that our breed was by Pew may be contacted at not as much “Make me do it” as it is far the best breed at the shows, [email protected].—Carolyn Alexander; “Make it interesting, make me want to commenting that the overall quality in [email protected] do it.” A motivated Cairn is a force to Smooths was higher than most other

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breeds that had only one or two not mention color. To me, it is the to see that the length and arch of the standouts in the ring. cover of a very great book, and though neck looks good. It usually will, if the Boy, judging Smooth Fox Terriers is it would be nice to have a white dog shoulder is laid back as close as possible a real test for the judges. You have to with no ticking, solid head, and perhaps to 45 degrees. If you feel a sizable thank the breeders for their persever- a saddle, it really doesn’t matter when it bump in checking the lay-on, it may

terriers ance and plans that developed this comes to quality. mean a too-wide front. quality. This is just my opinion. —Billie Lou Look for that fishhook front outline, Now you know there is no such Robison; [email protected] and check to see how he sets his front thing as a perfect dog. So these breeders legs. You want just a little easty-westy are trying to get there, each in his or Wire Fox Terriers on the front feet, since when he her own way. Many make breeding Picking a Show-Prospect matures, the rounding of the ribs will plans into the future. For instance, they Puppy move the elbows out a little and the breed dog A to bitch B in hopes of get- ou have whelped your dream feet will then face straight ahead. ting what they are striving for in puppy Ylitter, watched over them amid See if you have some butt behind the C. They’ve studied the backgrounds of numerous cups of coffee and several tail, indicating a good tail-set. It goes both mother and father and paid atten- sleepless nights, and now they are without saying that we want a short tion to both good and bad in each— almost 8 weeks old. By this age they back and a well angulated rear—how- either what they have produced or will be looking like a miniature of what ever, if the rear angulation is not the what they look like, as well as what the they will be as an adult. It is now time same as that of the front assembly, you ancestors have produced. to decide which pup will be your will have movement problems. Too If puppy C isn’t all that they hoped “keeper,” since it is not fair to the straight, he will have little drive, and for, it may be just the next step in what others in the litter to keep them all too much, he will have sickle-hocked they hope to produce in the future. around for weeks. movement. Check his outline while They are usually willing to wait and Pups are a lot of work to bring up stacked, and then watch to see what plan again for the future. properly with all the attention they happens to his topline when he moves Some breeders do inbreeding, line- need and deserve. In a week or two freely. breeding or out-crosses as a way to they will begin to grow in “pieces,” Lastly, look at the head, the eyes, and strengthen their bloodlines. There are except for the lucky few who do not the ear-set. You need the clean, lean several books on this subject that change as they mature. Since not all look of the head with enough fill in the explain all of the above. puppies in a litter will be exceptional, muzzle to support the large teeth this If you have been breeding Smooths you need to be quite critical in your breed has. The ears should not be big, for a long time, it really helps if you can analysis of their qualities. I am not at all and I for one prefer not to get them visualize what it is you are trying to sure it is worth the work, money, and too small. The too-small ones can be a create. time to finish a simply adequate Wire, major headache as you glue and unglue If you are a newbie, and by that I so for this writing we will assume you them, trying to get them to stay down mean being in the game for less than want to keep the pick of the litter. where they belong. As the dog grows, five years, being mentored by an “oldie” I tend to take a cynical view of those even perfect ears will take watching is a good way to learn the ropes. people who say they can pick out the and gluing at times. Most who have been in this are truly show prospects as they are whelped. Oh, yes: Check the bite and the interested in our chosen breed and in Those skinny babies with the squished teeth. While most of the teeth will not the people who will become the next heads and bodies they get as they come be in, the bite should be a nice scissors generation in this game of producing through the birth canal look a great bite by now. Check the boys to see if ever better canines. deal like little rodents. They do get both testicles are in place, but keep in Two things that must be remem- prettier in a couple of days. mind that they may be a little late com- bered in breeding these Fox Terriers are I generally do no evaluation until ing down. It is something to watch for. health and temperament. You never will they are about 3 or 4 weeks old and on Now after you have gone through all be able to create the perfect dog, but their feet, but I will have taught them the puppies, you hopefully have found hopefully you will get one who comes to stack. Look for the pup who catches one who has almost everything you close as you can. So many things can your eye as the litter romps around the have been looking for. Unfortunately, add up for a near-perfect specimen— room as they grow. That puppy shows luck being as elusive as it is, anything structure, movement, size, natural ears dominance and is the most likely to can happen, so do not make any rash and tails, (again) temperament, health, love to show, but is he the best one? decisions about your pick puppy until and last but not least, the ability to pro- Keeping in mind there is no perfect he is at least a year old and out of the duce quality in future generations. dog, find the one who has the best lay- “puppy uglies.” We simply have to hope You might have noticed that I did back and lay-on of shoulder, and check that nothing unfortunate happens and

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good luck follows us into the show history of Glens. During the 1930s he we create in the minds of the public, ring. wrote a column about canines under our purchasers, and fellow club mem- —Virginia Matanic; the nom de plume “Danny Boy” in The bers the expectation of fair dealing. [email protected] Irish Field that frequently documented Further, it says we want to make sure goings-on in the Glen world. His col- that our dogs have happy and healthy

terriers Glen of Imaal Terriers umn is one of our most invaluable lives and that their families are satisfied The Letter sources for Glen history during the with their decision to buy from us. t has been seven years since the period. Finally, the names Fearless Dan New owners understand that we will be Iinaugural installment of a Glen of and Tinahely Lad refer to founding sires there for them in good times and bad. It Imaal Terrier breed column appeared in in the breed’s revival period of the is more than good PR. It says that we this magazine. I feel that we have 1960s. Behind them, the trail vanishes have integrity and that we care for our gotten to know each other sufficiently and does not pick up again until 1934. dogs and for our club’s reputation. well by now that you are, how should I Here’s Mr. Fallon: But having a code of ethics and liv- say, “ready” for this. ing by it are very different things. What I am about to reveal is consid- “In the early days, Glens and Recently an article appeared in this ered shocking in some Glen quarters— Wheaten Terriers often came from the magazine that addressed the futility of even scandalous—so much so that con- same litter. In the late thirties, Maureen litigation involving dogs, contracts, and spiracy theories exist that question its Holmes registered the long-legged dogs general unhappiness with deals we as authenticity. Trust me, it’s authentic. as Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, and breeders thought we had. This reality Some find it truthful but terribly politi- Dan O’Donoghue registered the short- makes our codes of ethics all the more cally incorrect. Others, and they are legged ones as Glen of Imaal Terriers ... critical to the maintenance of customer probably the vast majority, see it as a Fearless Dan’s sire was called Tinahely satisfaction and breed protection. window into the unrecorded history of Lad, part old Irish Terrier, part There is no need for costly and acri- our breed that fills in the undocumented Staffordshire Bull. His Dam was a long- monious litigation if everyone adheres gap that exists between the 1930s, when legged Wheaten bitch, part Kerry Blue, to the code of ethics. If we “walk the the breed was first recognized in Ireland, part White Bull Terrier. Tinahely Lad walk” of our commitment to the fun- and the 1960s, when the breed was was a long, low, powerfully built dog damental role the breed club commu- thrust into a bona fide revival. with a short, hard red coat. This bitch nity is supposed to be playing (that is, That gap, the Depression and war also bred several litters of Wheaten breed protection), the likelihood of years, was a period when our breed Terriers depending on which sire was harm or foul is greatly diminished. faced near-extinction for a second time. used. ... In the old days, a dog could be Membership in a breed club is like All of our modern Glens have pedigrees registered on inspection by a member being part of any other special-purpose that go back no further than the revival of The Irish Kennel Club, if they con- group. By becoming a member, we sur- period of the 1960s. It has been formed to the standard laid down by render some individual rights to the claimed, by colleagues in Ireland, that Dan O’Donoghue.” greater purpose. We are willing to do pedigrees do exist that trace back to the this because we believe that breed pro- 1930s, but these have never been pro- In the next installment of this col- tection trumps individual preference or duced. Even the coolest of cynologists umn we’ll examine the significance of self-promotion. We subscribe to a sense among us find themselves dropping Mr. Fallon’s revelations. Meanwhile, as of community, where our love of the their jaws when they read this docu- comedian Jack Benny used to say with breed and enjoyment of our dogs is ment for the first time. In Glen circles, a gasp, “Well!” —Bruce Sussman; shared by like-minded people. We sign these fascinating but explosive few para- [email protected] the club’s Code of Ethics not only graphs are known simply as “the letter.” because it is a condition of member- The letter, dated May 1997, was writ- Irish Terriers ship, but because we believe in our spe- ten by Frank Fallon, former secretary of Codes of Ethics—to Praise, cial purpose. the Glen of Imaal Terrier Club in Not to Bury I suppose there was a time when a Ireland. It is addressed to a Dutch Glen ost breed clubs have them. The code of ethics would have been consid- enthusiast. It was published in a Dutch MAKC has its Code of Good ered so obvious, so ingrained in the monograph about the breed written by Sportsmanship. Is this just good fabric of the community, that its recor- Susanne Bagaya and Jean Beats. business, or is it just good PR? Do we dation would have been considered Regarding the names mentioned in mean it? Should we? Here is what I superfluous—even a silly wasted effort. the letter, Maureen Holmes was a think. Today the environment is different, titanic figure in the history of Soft Having a code of ethics shows our however. Coated Wheaten Terriers. Dan commitment to providing a good prod- As a group we have been offended O’Donoghue was equally iconic in the uct with a reliable warranty, and with it by the assertion of some that breeders

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are just “in it for the money”; that they are ready to leave home. a list of grooming tools required, as breeders choose to pass on genetic • Do you have a safe space to allow well as information about the dietary defects, health issues and questionable the puppies to run and play as they needs and the puppy’s basic mainte- temperaments; that breeders are more mature? A fenced-in area that offers the nance and training requirements? concerned about a dog’s outline than puppies stimulation with ramps, toys, • Are you willing to act as a resource

terriers its insides. We have fought legislation and tunnels will help build muscle tone for the new puppy owner, answering based on these allegations, and I suspect and confidence. their e-mails and phone calls as ques- we will continue to do so, since that • Are you able to crate-train each tions arise? battle is long from being won. We puppy so that when they go to their • In the future, should the dog need hold up our Codes as proof of our new homes they will be secure in a to be relocated, will you accept respon- commitment. new environment? This will take some sibility for its rehoming? Then there is the need to protect the patience and more than a few early- Good breeders are committed to reputations of the scores of people who morning wake-ups to make sure the placing a happy and healthy dog in the try their best to do their best—in every puppy does not soil his crate. most suitable environment for that dog. situation, every day. They need protec- • Once the puppies have had the They are willing to spend the time and tion from the few who don’t. A code of necessary vaccinations, will you social- money required to do so and accept all ethics can help define and identify ize each puppy, bringing them for car the responsibilities as a resource for the behavior that falls short of fair dealing, rides, trips to a park or a walk on a new owners. Join the community of breed protection, and respect for the leash? Offering each of them new good breeders across the country who club’s reputation. Then it logically fol- experiences, independent of the other strive to place the right puppy for you lows that once identified, breaches must puppies in the litter, promotes the self- and your family. Visit uskbtc.com. — be addressed—with care and under- confidence needed during this devel- Carol Kearney; heritagekerry@opton- standing to be sure, but with the club’s opmental stage. line.net purpose (breed protection) clearly in • Do you have the equipment and mind. Because breed protection is the expertise to groom your puppies, or do Lakeland Terriers bottom line. —Marianne Kehoe; you know someone who is willing to Breed Characteristics [email protected] do this for you? As the breeder, you any thanks to Pat Peters for her may need to teach the new owner the Myears of writing the breed’s Kerry Blue Terriers breed’s basic maintenance requirements. GAZETTE columns. She has passed the Are You a Good Breeder? If you are not personally able to do this, baton to me, and I would like to take t takes more than having a litter of you will need to contact someone in this opportunity to remind the readers Ipuppies to say you are a good the owner’s area and ask them to help that this column belongs to you. Please breeder. It is hoped that you did your the new owner in this process. e-mail me with topics you would like homework investigating the pedigrees • Should ears need to be set, can you addressed and with feedback on the of the sire and dam, including possible do this for the length of time required, columns. health clearances required. However, or do you know someone who will do One of the objectives of the breed are you ready for the hard work and this for you? Other responsible breeders columns is to inform readers who the responsibilities that escalate after will usually be more than willing to might be interested in owning the the puppies are born? help you. Give them a call first, however, breed about characteristics that are Puppies are cute and fun, but it is before forwarding their information. unique to Lakeland Terriers, so I will important to consider your responsibil- • Are you willing to thoroughly begin with that topic. ities for the litter before moving for- interview each potential new puppy Terrier trainer extraordinaire Pat ward with a breeding. Assuming proper owner and perhaps even visit their Muller summed it up best when she nutrition and veterinary care of the home if reliable references are not used a military analogy to categorize dam and her litter helped produce a offered? Placement of the right puppy various breed personalities. “If you healthy litter of puppies, you now have with the right owner is not the easiest compare dog breeds to the military, ter- to start the process of raising well- task. Does the dog need a fenced-in riers would be the Special Forces. And adjusted puppies for at least 10 to 12 yard? Are all members of the family on Lakelands would be Black Ops!” weeks, until they are placed with their board for the purchase of a dog? Does Lakelands are constantly analyzing new owners. the age of the children present an issue? situations to determine what is to their • Do you have the time and money What other pets are in the home? Does best advantage, a heritage from their to maintain the puppies in a clean and anyone in the family have dog allergies? working origins. For a Lakeland to be healthy environment, offering them any • Are you able to present the new included in the original gene pool, they necessary veterinary care? Three or four owner with AKC-registration papers, a needed to have enormous intensity and visits to a vet may be required before contract, the dog’s medical history, and bravery, tempered with ability to read

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the actions of not only their quarry, the tidog household including another tain the only rules of the game, and you Fell fox, but a pack of hounds and breed. They admire the look of the can’t play successfully if you don’t have unfamiliar terriers so as to emerge Lakeland and perhaps the breed’s suc- the rules. All of us who breed and show intact from a day’s hunt. cess in the group ring, so they obtain Manchesters give more or less credence How does that translate into today’s one. So often they complain that the to different parts of the breed standard

terriers Lakeland? Here’s an example: I took a dog is aloof and catlike. Of course; to a depending on the strengths and weak- Lakeland back to rehome for a family. Lakeland, if you don’t love him best, or nesses of the dogs we own. They loved him, but he was out of at least make the effort to have a special Based on this, I put together a pop control (as usual, nothing wrong with relationship with him, why should he quiz for my buddies. See how you do, the dog, just bad handling by the family, make the effort? and I’ll let you know how they did. beginning with the housekeeper I’ll discuss unique aspects of confor- squealing and running from the puppy mation next time. —Pat Rock; holly- Quiz when he would nip at her heels.) He [email protected] 1. What words describe the breed’s would nip at the 13-year-old boy, but topline? not the 10-year-old. My observation? Manchester Terriers 2. What toplines should be severely This pup was a master of reading body The Investment penalized in the breed? language indicating vulnerability. n order to get something out of a 3. Which ear type in a standard The topper was the dog’s self-taught Idog of your chosen breed, in our Manchester is preferred—cropped, but- game of attacking people putting on case Manchesters, you have to put ton, or naturally erect? socks. The father in the household had something into it (aside from food and 4. What is a level bite? a bad knee. The dog would just stand water). 5. Is a level bite acceptable in the there and let him put a sock on the Manchesters have many facets. In breed? good leg, but when the man would order to thoroughly appreciate and 6. What temperament flaws are con- start to put a sock on the stiff leg, the understand our breed we need to sidered serious faults? dog would fly in and grab the sock explore as many of these facets as time 7. What disqualifies a toy but not a (and sometimes toes). Even though this and money permit. standard? was just a game, survival instincts ruled Show dogs, those that are being spe- 8. Can you show a toy who weighs the dog’s actions, and he waited to cialed and trained to perform at the over 12 pounds in the conformation attack until the “prey” was at its most end of the lead, show us physical ring? vulnerable. beauty and soundness, as well as a This dog was successfully rehabbed, glimpse of temperament and reaction Answers and a retired show dog (with manners!) to stress in a controlled environment. 1. “Slight arch” was placed with the family with no fur- Performance dogs—and I really 2. Flat back or roached back ther incidents. This wasn’t a bad dog, shouldn’t lump them together, since 3. No preference is given to any of just a bored, clever one. All the earth- each venue requires a different subset of the ear types working terriers can get mislabeled as skills—show us trainability, companion- 4. Front teeth (incisors) that meet stubborn when they are really not. ability, tenaciousness, and a sense of exactly edge to edge They are tenacious, which is not the humor (often underappreciated). 5. Yes same thing. While sporting, working, This kind of familiarity with the dogs 6. Excessive shyness or aggressiveness and herding breeds have been selected in our breeding program makes it easier 7. Cut or cropped ears for hundreds of generations to take to achieve our goals, be it the ultimate 8. Yes, in the standard ring orders, earth-working terriers have been show dog or a top producer. In my selected to make decisions. For Lakelands mind, agree with me or not, producing Historical Notes and some others terriers expected to wonderful pets is right up there with the The standard for our breed has kill formidable quarry, these are life- first two. After all, most pups in most lit- remained pretty much the same over and-death decisions. No way are they ters end up as pets, lap- and heart- the years, with a few exceptions. Toy going to defer to a human unless they warmers, constantly in the eye of the ears once could be cropped; cropping trust that human with their life. That general public. They are our goodwill or cut ears became a disqualification in trust must underlie all training (with ambassadors, and don’t you forget it. October 1938. Toys over 12 pounds fairness and consistency), and Lakelands The Standard were disqualified; standards had a sug- do not suffer fools gladly. I was discussing breed characteristics gested weight of 14 to 22 pounds, with And if you do not make it clear that with some Manchester buddies only to no disqualification until the two breeds you want a partnership with a discover that they did not own a copy became one with two varieties, in 1959. Lakeland, they turn into cats. The clas- of our breed standard. This surprised The disqualification was removed from sic situation is a person who has a mul- me no end, since breed standards con- the toy standard and added to that of

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the standard for dogs over 22 pounds. food, playtime, or attention. Learn to do something that you love and Over the years the weight DQ for the 5. Everything must be done at one of two love what you do. standards has been hotly contested, speeds: breakneck or slow-motion. Make time for fun . some factions proposing a height limit Be a friend, and remember how lucky we

terriers with a DQ instead, others just a height Here is my “best friend list” for every are to have such good friends in our dogs. limit with no DQ, and still others sup- day, not just on Valentine’s Day, and Make sure you give your dogs lots of porting leaving the weight limit in you’ll see why. First on my list is Valentines hugs. —Kathy Brosnan; place but removing the DQ. Gemma, great, great grandmother to [email protected] my current litter. She was a great The Doorbell mother and a foster mother to a litter Norfolk Terriers For all of the years I’ve shared my of Bull Terriers who outweighed her at Time home with Manchesters, I’ve never had weaning. She was a puppy guardian and ime. It’s such a fascinating word; it one who barked at the door to come trainer par excellence. She never me a T conjures up so many sayings. Time in. Instead, I’ll look out the window by dog, cat, or person that she didn’t like. passes slowly … time flies … time stands the back door to see one or more of She treated my grandchildren like her still … time is on my side … only time will them endlessly running a loop out to pups. She kept a close eye on them and tell. Surely we all can relate to any one the driveway, around the grapefruit tree, tried to keep them clean. All visitors of these expressions. pause by the door, and continue run- were welcomed at the door like long- It seems like yesterday, but in reality ning if the door isn’t opened. I’ve been lost family. She lived to be 15, and she it was in the mid-1980s when it was a given a Border Collie and am told that loved every day. freezing early morning at the the breed needs a job to do. Molly is next on my list. Molly is Montgomery show, with actual frost on Well, now he has a job. always happy to lie in a pool of sunlight the ground. Recently I looked at pho- The Manchesters keep an eye on by the window or cozy up to the tos of that year, and there were a num- him when they’re out in the yard woodstove in winter—typical places for ber of exhibitors and spectators bun- together. When he heads for the door, most dogs. But her favorite places are dled up in blankets. Or the time when they line up behind him instead of more unusual. For Molly, finding an there was mud covering the grounds, looping about. He barks, I open the empty 30-pound dog-food bag or an with many people losing their shoes in door, and they file in, looking smug. — empty cardboard box sends her into the the muck. The dogs were carried to the Virginia Antia; [email protected] height of happiness, and even finding a ring rather than allowing their coats to small piece of cardboard that has be ruined in mud. It does seem like Miniature Bull slipped behind a kitchen bench is cause yesterday, but time flies. Terriers for joy. How can you keep from smiling The Norfolk Terrier Club waited to Friends—Not Just on over such an easy-to-please dog? become its own entity, knowing that in Valentine’s Day Chip is Molly’s brother, and he finds some ways time passes slowly. It seemed id you ever wonder what makes his happiness in the outdoors. He takes like forever as we passed through the Dpeople happy? For many people a pleasure in his daily walks. He finds Norwich Terrier Club, followed by the large home, fancy car, country-club large rocks irresistible and enjoys carry- Norwich and Norfolk Terrier Club, membership, vacation home, and the ing them in his mouth while he hunts and finally, in January 2009, the money to keep everything up and rodents. He is a very good hunter and Norfolk Terrier Club. running makes them happy. Others are has his Junior Earthdog title. He loves It was worth the wait. One phrase less inclined to base their happiness on every minute of the hunt, be it per our club will never be accountable for material things; for them a job, a family, AKC regulations or a daily neighbor- is time stands still. We’re a progressive good friends, and being able to provide hood patrol. group. This year we are producing our for their family makes them happy. Caper is a dog for whom agility is third club Annual chock-full of statis- Let’s look at what makes “man’s best her fun zone. She absolutely loves to tics, advertisements, great articles, and friend” happy. My breed of choice is work and to please her owner. They show results. The book is broken down the Miniature Bull Terrier, so let me make a great team, and Caper enjoys into sections, such as “Foundation” and introduce you to a few breed traits: every minute. She has garnered quite a “Early Breeders,” to name a few chap- 1. Everyone is a friend, so greet them few agility titles along the way and ters. This is a coffee-table publication happily and show them you are glad to see shows no signs of quitting any time and one that the club members support them. soon. with their advertisements and articles. 2. Life is a fun game. I think we can learn a lot about At the last Montgomery event, Fran 3. Comfort is as necessary as food. friendship and happiness from our Smith, DVM, was invited to speak at 4. There is no such thing as too much four-footed friends: the club’s membership meeting. Dr.

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Smith is the current president of the 20th-century practices, not least of study conducted with the Dandie OFA. She lectures throughout the which are some fertility and health Dinmont Club of America has seen world, and her knowledge is vast. Those issues. very positive results in terms of average assembled for this portion of the meet- The lynchpin to the future of our litter numbers and health. Also, sup- ing, of which more members should breed is health. In Brackett’s time, out- porting the contention that conforma-

terriers have been in attendance, were given a crossing and out-breeding were the only tion does not have to be sacrificed to difference of opinion with reference to way to introduce new, hopefully diversity, a Dandie from the first OS lit- the manner in which we test for MVD. stronger genes to counteract the delete- ter placed in the group at the Oddly enough, those few members rious effects of doubling up on negative Vancouver (Washington) KC show this who disagree with OFA decided not to recessive genes carried by related ani- past October. attend the meeting. Had they attended, mals. Outcrossing is the mating of two Angela Hughes, DVM, Ph.D., they would have learned that there is dogs that are the products of line- Veterinary Genetic Research Manager more than one way to get the results breeding but of two distinctly separate for Mars Veterinary, advises breeders to we want—a healthy heart in a healthy lines. Out-breeding is the mating of two still select potential mates through phe- Norfolk. dogs who not only are the products of notype, pedigree compatibility, and What we refer to as “Montgomery two distinctly separate lines but are not standard health tests, but then also to weekend” is always jam-packed, with so the products of line-breeding them- have stud candidates tested (along with much to do. By Sunday morning we all selves. Fortunately we’ve progressed your bitch) to determine which offers were ready for a great terrier day. The beyond this obvious and clumsy way of the least amount of chromosomal over- weather was perfect for the second year making breeding decisions. lap. Then when the litter arrives, test in a row. Our club’s vice president, Gale Here’s how to help future genera- each puppy to find out which carries Young, was the regular judge of the day, tions: Test—X-rays for hips, palpation the rarer genetic profile. This will and longtime breeder-exhibitor Gaynor for knees/elbows, Doppler for hearts; ensure genetic diversity for future Green handled the sweepstakes. Time is scoping for UAS. We can also partici- generations. on my side—or that’s what the winners pate in studies and trials. In addition we Dr. Hughes will be speaking at our chanted as they were handed their must study 10-generation pedigrees to national specialty in St. Louis on ribbons. assess inbreeding coefficients. But in Thursday, June 14. Don’t miss it. — The NTC wishes the GAZETTE well, addition we can now look to exciting Leandra Little; [email protected] but as far as this format is concerned, new developments in genetic testing. only time will tell. —Barbara Miller; Chromosomes come in pairs, one set Parson Russell [email protected] from each parent. These in turn contain Raising a Show Puppy DNA, and segments of the DNA con- here is significant difference in Norwich Terriers tain genes. If both alleles in the gene Traising a pet vs. raising a puppy Looking to the Future are of the same type they are homozy- that you plan on showing. Show nbreeding was common practice gous. If they are different, they are het- prospects should be exposed to a Iback when many breeds including erozygous. Studies have shown that variety of things that most pets never the Norwich Terrier were being increasing heterozygosity can enhance will be. developed. With such diverse reproductive fitness. A new test called Table work is of the utmost impor- antecedents as we have in our breed, it Optimal Selection can help in this tance for any show terrier. This can be was the method to set type. But the regard. a happy place or a stressful place—it downside was the risk of reduced According to Mars Veterinary’s web- depends on you. I start all of my pup- genetic diversity. site, Optimal Selection “uses a small pies at 5-6 weeks old eating their meals The natural outgrowth of inbreeding, blood sample to analyze a dog’s DNA on the table individually, and all the line-breeding, was espoused by such on many key chromosomes. The objec- time they are eating, I am constantly giants as Lloyd C. Brackett. He advised tive is to compare the chromosomes of stroking their tails in the upright posi- mating animals who are “closely related potential breeding pairs. By comparing tion. We do this twice a day for two to the same ancestor … by using for the potential sire’s and dam’s chromoso- weeks. This starts the mindset of the parents dogs who are closely related to mal similarities and differences, the table being a positive place and no fear that ancestor.” The objective was litter breeder is given the opportunity to of heights. consistency. Breeders who heeded this diversify the genetic makeup of their I then start stacking my puppies on advice, while succeeding in terms of puppies and reduce the risk of recessive the table, putting them in the stack cementing conformation traits, further medical conditions while still selecting position with positive reinforcement— limited the gene pool. In effect, we for the physical and behavioral traits just petting them and saying “good must now cope with the negative that are important to them.” stand.” genetic residue we’ve inherited from OS is already paying off. A pilot Most pups want to wiggle and move;

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it takes a few times for them to realize Puppies learn a lot from their house- able cross-country skiing before adding they are no longer eating up there, but mates. I guarantee that if they see an the dog. Your dog can be taught to pull I use a stern “Noo, stand, stay,” and adult taking treats from strangers, sniff- using a partner and luring them to tug, rewarding them with praise when they ing toys, and happy to be there, they although it seems Wheatens pick this are still usually does the trick. will learn more quickly that this is a up rather quickly. From here you can

terriers One thing I can tell you is never use fun experience. —Sally Yancey; add commands for right, left, and halt. food to lure a puppy into a stack posi- [email protected] Start in an open area free of trees, and tion. Once a puppy expects food as then try a straight path. For more infor- lure, he will always depend on that. Soft-Coated Wheaten mation on skijoring, visit skijoring.com Treats can be used as a reward, not a Terriers or skijornow.com. There are also seminars bribe! So if your puppy is quietly Winterizing Your Wheatens— occasionally given and events where standing on the table for 30 seconds Fun Activities for the Both of you can try it out for yourself. and not moving, treat only for the You! Some Wheatens and their owners behavior achieved. inter can be one of the most prefer to avoid anything to do with the It is not necessary to use a lead to Wchallenging times of the year for cold and instead pursue indoor adven- train a puppy to trot alongside of you. both new and experienced owners. tures or temperate climates. Thankfully They learn where the correct position First there are the holidays, with friends there are many stores that are dog is without pulling on the lead if you and well-wishers dropping by, and friendly, including many freestanding start this way. They are food driven and normal routines disrupted, and then Apple and Bloomingdale’s stores. In pretty much will follow what’s in front there are the short days and inclement some areas, such as Boston’s Back Bay, of their nose. I lean down with a treat weather. What’s a Wheaten owner to there are many shopping opportunities in my hand and have them follow it as do? Plenty! in and many dog-friendly hotels. I walk. If you don’t keep it in front of Exercise is the key to solving many Check Fidofriendly.com or their nose, then they will look up at behavioral problems. Just as with peo- Dogfriendly.com to uncover some of you—something you don’t want to ple, a busy Wheaten is a happy these great places to stay and play. teach—so bend over to enable them to Wheaten. When visiting a store, you have a great look forward. Stop after four steps, and Just because there’s a little snow on opportunity to familiarize your dog reward. Never drop the food on the the ground doesn’t mean you have to with foreign sights and sounds. floor, as it will teach them to “floor- have cabin fever. As most of us already Bring some tasty treats and commu- surf.” know, Wheaten Terriers love snow. nicate with your dog to ensure he is I use a Resco show lead that they Winter walks are good for the both of the politest of visitors and so that he can drag at first. Once they are com- you. To keep your dog’s feet free of irri- can confidently approach new chal- fortable with both trotting alongside of tating salt or sharp, icy surfaces, some lenges, including elevators and escala- you and with the lead dragging, you owners invest in well-fitting rubber tors. Patience is key, as well as lots of can then pick it up! boots. Dogs can be encouraged to encouragement. Never use a choke collar on a puppy. wearing them with praise and tasty Still other Wheaten owners prefer When I see someone showing with a treats. Just make certain the boots are the company of their own homes but choke collar on a Parson youngster, you not strapped so tight as to cause circu- get cabin fever. What to do? can bet that the puppy is not behaving lation problems. Invent some learning games. Have a or is stressed out choking on the end of One of my favorite winter activities spare muffin pan? Hide treats randomly that lead. People tend to try to use the is skijoring, which involves skiing with and cover them with tennis balls and choke collar as a way out of what really your dog. Depending on the size of say “Find.” Praise your dog when he are just poor training techniques or lack your Wheaten, and of course your uncovers a hidden treat. Next invest in thereof. weight, your dog can be taught to some inexpensive plastic containers and The Parson Russell Terrier can be either pull you or to keep you com- pierce holes in the tops. Use a perma- quirky around strange people and pany as they lead up front. Cross-coun- nent marker to write an F on one of strange dogs. Socialization is imperative try skis are best—choose the type with- the containers. This will always be used from day one. Some are born with a out metal edges, which are sharp and for food. Line up your containers and “show gene,” and some you have to could harm your dog. Special harnesses put a tasty treat in the food container, mold. A Parson who is well socialized is with comfortable padding are available, then command your dog, “Find.” You a pleasure to live with and a pleasure to originally designed for sled dogs. A may have to point and gesture to get show. quick-release rope with catch is your dog to drop his nose and under- If your youngster is unsure, take attached to the harness and then stand how to play the game. along a confident, sound adult whom secured to the belt for your waist. You can create variations of this he can mimic when you visit PetSmart. Of course you should be comfort- game by placing containers high and

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low or arranging them in a different winner, plus two Selects. The 8-year- for devoted work with her Jenny in pattern. old Veteran looked good and reminded the performance ring. Jenny has Two other great activities for when us all of our Sealyhams who live ener- inspired other dog-handler teams, par- stuck indoors are to create a homemade getic, healthy years long after “middle ticularly in the terrier world, and Lois agility course or introduce trick-train- age.” has been a longtime leader in perform-

terriers ing. There are many good books on the Jill Ferrera, president of the Southern ance work in ASTC. topic, including “101 Dog Tricks” by California Sealyham Terrier Club, Yard also announced the completion Kyra Sundance and “Dancing with named the puppy dog Best in of the first Illustrated Standard for our Dogs” by Mary Ann Nester. Put on Sweepstakes, and Brehannon’s Buche breed. some music and get moving! Noel was Ferrera’s Best of Opposite Our existing standard was adopted Whatever you decide to do to keep Sex. in 1974, and for a good many years, your Wheaten happy, remember that Specialty arrangements were man- club members have hoped to see a kindness, consistency, and praise will aged by chairman Diana Perry, with commentary and illustration of the help to guarantee success and keep the weather obliging her special order. standard. The committee worked hard, things enjoyable for the both of you! — Trophies were impressive, the hospital- talked a lot, argued some, e-mailed Dorice Stancher; caninescando.com ity tent served us well, and the back and forth incessantly with drafts Sealyham ring had a large group of and edits, reviewed drawings, and with Sealyham Terriers enthusiastic spectators. chairman Diana Perry’s prodding and Sealyham Celebrations Specialties are planned for June 2012 Sharon Yard’s setting of deadlines, the nother celebration for the at the Queen Mary Events Park in booklet was finished, approved by the ASealyham Terrier occurred last Long Beach, California. The parent board of governors, and copyrighted. October 9, at Montgomery County club is hosting its first rotating specialty The publication is being packaged for KC. Looking back and beginning in in many years on Friday afternoon, mailing to all AKC-approved and pro- 1995, Sealyham Terriers have taken sharing the day with the Sealyham visional Sealyham judges. highest honors at the all-terrier show Terrier Club of Southern California, While the judges’ education com- four times, including the BIS in 2011. which will conduct a morning spe- mittee is most eager to get the docu- This is a remarkable record for a cialty, preceding the Great Western ment out to our judges, we are also breed that typically has one of the Terrier Association specialties on very pleased to recommend the copies smaller specialty entries. No individual Saturday and Sunday. to the membership of the club and to dog has won more than once, and of Sally George will preside over the all who are interested in our breed. the four judges, three were from for- ring in the morning, and Connie Clark Sealyham Terriers Forever! —Karen eign shores. For the record, a list of the will judge the ASTC specialty classes Bay; [email protected] winners: in the afternoon. Nineteen Sealys (plus l995 Ch. Fanfare’s Goodfellow a brace) were in the ring last June in Staffordshire Bull (Toby); California, and 23 entries at our Terriers 2006 Ch. Stonebroke Right on the October specialty. Both clubs are Owner Handling: Money (Ben Low); counting on increased entries for the Eliminating the Fear of 2008 Ch. Efbe’s Hidalgo at June event—think “puppies”! Exhibiting Goodspice (Charmin); Queen Mary Events Park rivals the t still surprises me when exhibitors 2011 GCh. Efbe’s Goodspice Easy Montgomery site as a perfect backdrop Iwith bravado ringside fall apart Money (Valley). for the Sealy ring. Arnold Anderson entering the ring. You see it in their The BIS ring was a real treat for ter- serves as the STCSC secretary and will uncomfortable actions, complete rier fans, and Keith Lovell from be coordinating with ASTC in dissem- disconnect with their dog and Australia gave them all a fair and thor- inating information about Sealyham unawareness of the judge or ough turn. Margery Good’s Sealyham events. competitors. For others, showing bitch looked every bit a BIS competi- At the general membership meeting appears as natural as breathing, with an tor and never let down. president Sharon Yard announced that internal mixture of anticipation and At the breed specialty, after choosing registration numbers were up slightly, excitement! There’s an indescribable his BB bitch, judge Geoff Corish from with 77 Sealyhams registered during satisfaction and empowerment when Lancaster, England, awarded BOS to 2010. Not exceptionally good news, you connect with your dog in the ring Ch. Goodspice Brawny Brehannon; but up is a lot better than down. as a team. I personally love being “in WD and BW to puppy Efbe’s Thunder Awards to individuals were made for the zone!” Rd at Burberry; WB to Sutliff’s distinguished accomplishments, includ- And the key is practice ... when Ventana; he chose Ch. Thunder Rd ing the AKC Outstanding you’re having a melt-down, your Hollywood Nites as his Award of Merit Sportsmanship Award to Lois Miller Stafford will know the routine and

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could be your biggest asset. Without dog’s ears up are not enough. Is your parallel with just a slight indication of practice, you have nothing to reference Stafford stacked correctly? Teach him stop. and shouldn’t be entering the ring. to stand and focus. Reward him while Shoulders can be groomed to Your Stafford didn’t ask to enter this staying. Baiting is the final polish of appear to have good layback even vortex of uncertainty, in fact, you’re your Stafford’s ring presentation. though they are actually rather

terriers doing your dog a complete disservice Get relaxed and be confident before straight. Viewed from the side, straight and if not willing to hone your skills, you step into the ring; or your Stafford shoulders usually have defined mus- should entertain saving entry fees or may pick up on your apprehension cles on the top edge where the point hiring a handler. and crumble. You love your Stafford, of shoulder meets the upper arm. I practice every other night when right? How proud are you of him? Muscles that blend in cleanly from the showing my Staffords—no matter Then reflect that! Subtly let the judge sides of the neck to the upper arm their ranking, whether embarking on know, exuding confidence: This is the shoulder connection usually indicate their championship or competing best dog you are ever going to lay your good layback. weekly in the Group, practice. I have hands on! —Kristina Estlund; The line from neck to withers is been showing since I could walk and [email protected] not a good indication of layback as still I practice, practice, and practice! the shape of the vertebra determines Go to the Westminster site or Welsh Terriers the way the neck blends into the YouTube and watch breed judging. Reading the Pictures PART withers. Look for indications of excess Attend shows and sit ringside. Ask ONE hair to improve the neckline. someone who most represents your deally when you are looking for a The Welsh Terrier front is usually vision of handling to give you point- Ipotential stud or deciding if you groomed to that there appears to be a ers. Look for a mentor. Find a pro might want a puppy from certain straight line from the brisket to the handler (this can be done on a broader parentage, you should see and get front of the feet. However, the upper scope by watching the groups) to your hands on the dogs in question. arm should have a small amount of mimic. No one knows you’re copying However, this may not always be return so that the dog stands slightly them. If you can imitate someone you possible. under his front. admire, your own style and interpreta- The stud may be on the opposite Check where the elbow is in rela- tion of handling will follow. side of the country or may be tionship to upper arm–shoulder con- Know the basic ring procedure: deceased or no longer being shown nection. This will help you determine Enter the ring. Set your dog up and and you are considering frozen if there is enough angle to the upper present. Be aware of the other semen. In these cases you may need arm to give adequate return. Feet that exhibitors, as the judge may circle to rely on photos as well as knowl- are directly down from the point of around each exhibit, so leave ample edge of related dogs to make your shoulder also indicate a lack of return. space between you and the dog in front decision. A slight degree of return will enable of you whether stacked or moving. If the dogs are available for exami- the dog to have more reach when Next move as a group in a circle. nation, always do so. Think carefully trotting. Keep in mind that a correct Wait your turn to present your dog. about using a dog that the owner or long-legged terrier front does not Stack and present. Go down and back, handler will not let you thoroughly have the amount of return called for culminating with a free stack, then a examine. He may have a serious fault many breeds, and therefore will not circle to the end. When the judge has that is well hidden, or a temperament have as far-reaching a trot. finished examining each dog, have problem that would make it unwise Careful trimming of the chest hair your dog ready and presented. The to consider using him at all. can make a dog appear to have more judge may have the class do a final cir- Expert grooming can give you the depth of chest than he actually has. cle-around. Do this procedure every impression that the dog is much bet- The chest should be level with the day for two sessions. ter than he is, and poor grooming can elbow, deep and level with plenty of Be aware of the judge. That’s what have the opposite effect. There are heart and lung room. your there for, right? To present your many ways that you can learn to see Photos of a dog moving will reveal Stafford to a judge. Acknowledge that by past the grooming. the actual depth of chest because the listening to what the judge says. Show When examining the head, the thinner hair on the chest allows you up a breed or two before your ring back-skull and foreface should be of to see through the hair to the chest. time, and note the ring protocol. equal length and on parallel planes. Standing photos are not helpful in Awareness will help you immensely in On a copy of the dog’s photo, use a determining this. your quest for the ribbons. straight-edge to draw a line from To be continued in the next col- Don’t bait unless you know when occiput to stop, and then a line from umn. —Diane Orange; Diane@coun- and why. Just having a treat and your eye to nose. These lines should be selorwelshterriers.com

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MISSION STATEMENT: The American Kennel Club is dedicated to upholding the integrity of its Registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and breeding for type and function. Founded in 1884, the AKC and its affiliated organizations advocate for the purebred dog as a family companion, advance canine health and well-being, work to protect the rights of all dog owners and promote responsible dog ownership.

Attention Delegates Notice Notice of Meeting Ms.Kim Leblanc (Ontario,Canada) The next meeting of the Delegates will Action was taken by the Siberian Husky be held at the Sheraton Newark Airport Club of America for conduct in connection Hotel on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at its October 25,2011 event.Ms.Leblanc beginning at 9:00 am. was charged with disregard of published club regulations. The Staff Event Committee Membership Application reviewed the committee’s and sent the Northeastern Maryland Kennel Club penalty at a reprimand and a $100 fine

Delegates Credentials Notice Bo N. Bengtson, Ojai, CA, Mr. Robert Portnoy (Atlanta, GA) American Whippet Club Action was taken by the Newman Kennel Sally A. Birgal, Kempton, PA, Club for conduct in connection at its Berks County Kennel Club October 23, 2011 event. Mr. Portnoy was Ann Mariah Cook, Jefferson, NH, charged with abusive or foul Siberian Husky Club of America language/verbal altercation. The Staff William I. Christensen, Palm Springs, Event Committee reviewed the commit- CA, Australian Terrier Club of America tee’s report and sent the penalty at a pub- Daniel R. Cunningham, Minoa, NY, lic reprimand and a $100 fine. Onondaga Kennel Association Marilyn E. Currey, Reddick, FL, Notice American Chinese Crested Club Mrs. Zee Dasilva (Choctaw, OK) Deidre E. Gannon, Oaklyn, NJ, Action was taken by the Great Dane Club German Pinscher Club of America of Tucson, Inc. for conduct in connection Ann Lettis, Staten Island, NY, with its October 29, 2011 event. Grand River Kennel Club Specifically, Mrs. Dasilva was charged with Anne Palmer, Dexter, MI, impairing a club’s ability to retain a site Ann Arbor Kennel Club and disregard of published club rules. The Patricia Peel, Lennon, MI, Staff Event Committee reviewed the Alaskan Malamute Club of America committee’s report, found it in order and Rebecca P. Poole, Hickson, TN, set the penalty at a three month event sus- Bull Terrier Club of America pension and a $500 fine, effective Gary Sarvinas, Catonsville, MD, November 23, 2011. (Multiple Breeds) Maryland Kennel Club Notice Notice Mrs. Patti Maeda (Wildwood, MO) As a result of an Event Committee Action was taken by the Tri County determination the following individual Agility Club of Missouri for conduct in stands suspended of AKC privileges. It connection with its November 10-13, should be noted that this determination 2011 events. Specifically, Mrs. Maeda was may still be appealed and may be reversed. charged with abusive or foul Upon expiration of the appeal process, an language/verbal altercation and inappro- appropriate notice describing the status of priate criticism of a judge, not disruptive, the individual’s suspension, if any, will but demonstrating a lack of sportsmanship. appear in this column: The Staff Event Committee reviewed the Mr. Richard Glenn (Clarkston, MI) committee’s report, found it in order and

AKCGAZETTE • 33 • FEBRUARY 2 0 1 2 GZ secretary’s page set the penalty at a one month event sus- ests of the American Kennel Club based to Dog Shows - Dog Shows Defined, to be pension and a $300 fine, effective on their violation of the AKC’s Judicial voted on at the March 13, 2012, December 5, 2011. (Golden Retriever) or Administrative Determination of Delegates Meeting. Inappropriate Treatment Policy. Notice Chapter 1 Mrs. Maggie Bennett (Marathon Effective November 7, 2011 SECTION 3. Shores, FL) Action was taken by the A member or licensed all-breed club Indian River Dog Training Club for con- Mrs. Mary Crane (Tenaha, TX) Multiple may apply to The American Kennel Club duct in connection with its November Breeds for approval to hold a show at which 18, 2011 event. Mrs. Bennett was championship points may be awarded charged with failure to control a dog at Effective December 12, 2011 with entries restricted to puppies that are an event. The Staff Event Committee eligible for entry in the regular puppy reviewed the report, found it in order Mr. William Allen (Hudson, NC) class and dogs that have been placed first, and set the penalty at a reprimand and a Multiple Breeds second or third in a regular class at a $200 fine. (Bouvier des Flandres) show at which championship points Proposed Amendment to Rules Applying were awarded, provided the club submit- Notice to Dog Shows ting such an application has held at least The AKC’s Management Disciplinary one show annually for at least ten years Committee has suspended Mrs. Susan The Board of Directors has approved immediately prior to the year in which Hammer (Lakeville, MN) from all AKC the following amendment to Chapter application for a show so restricted is privileges for six months and imposed a 16, Section 1, (New Sixth made, and further provided that there $500 fine, effective November 7, 2011, Paragraph), of the Rules Applying to shall not have been less than 900 dogs for having submitted or caused to be Dog Show, to be voted on at the March entered in its show (or in one of its submitted litter registration applications 13, 2012, Delegates Meeting. shows if the club holds more than one that she knew, should have known, or show a year) in the year preceding the had a duty to know contained false certi- Chapter 16 year in which application is made for its fications (DNA exclusion). (Shih Tzu) SECTION 1, (new sixth paragraph). first show with entries so restricted. At one National Specialty each year, When an application for this type of Notice specified by the AKC Breed Parent restricted entry show has been approved The AKC’s Management Disciplinary Specialty Club at the time the event by The American Kennel Club the only Committee has suspended the following application is submitted to AKC, the dog dogs eligible for entry shall be puppies individuals from all AKC privileges for designated Reserve Winners Dog and the that are eligible for entry in the regular six months and imposed a $500 fine, for bitch designated Reserve Winners Bitch puppy class and those dogs that have refusing to make their dogs and records will be awarded a three-point major, pro- been placed first, second or third in a available for inspection when requested: vided that the number of dogs compet- regular class at a show at which champi- ing in the regular classes of the Reserve onship points were awarded held not less Effective November 7, 2011 Winner’s sex totals at least twice the than sixty days prior to the first day of number required for a five point major, the show at which entries will be so Mrs. Barbara Spencer (Keyser, WV) in the region in which the event is held. restricted. Multiple Breeds However, a club making application to In counting the number of eligible hold a show restricted to entries of dogs Effective December 12, 2011 dogs in competition, a dog that is dis- as specified above may further restrict Mrs. Jennipher Holcomb (Centerville, qualified, or that is dismissed, excused or entries by excluding all puppies or all IN) Doberman Pinscher ordered from the ring by the judge, or puppies six months and under nine Mr. Monte Holcomb (Centerville, from which all awards are withheld, shall months and/or by excluding dogs that IN) Doberman Pinscher not be included. have placed third or dogs that have placed second and third, provided the Notice extent of these further restrictions is The AKC’s Management Disciplinary Proposed Amendment to Rules Applying specified on the application. Committee has suspended the following to Dog Shows Any club whose application has been individuals from all AKC privileges for approved to hold a show with restricted fifteen years and imposed a $3000 fine, The Board of Directors has approved entries as described in this section shall for conduct prejudicial to purebred dogs, the following amendment to Chapter 1, indicate the extent of the restrictions in purebred dog events, or to the best inter- Section 3, (deleted) of the Rules Applying its premium list.

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Proposed Amendment to Rules Applying SPANIELS and all dogs designated Best of Variety in to Dog Shows those breeds with more than one recog- GROUP 3: nized variety, shall be eligible to compete The Board of Directors has approved SCENT HOUNDS in the group classes to which they the following amendments to Chapter belong according to this grouping. All 6, Section 3, of the Rules Applying to GROUP 4: entries for these group classes shall be Dog Show - Premium Lists and Closing of SIGHT HOUNDS made after judging of the regular classes Entries. of The American Kennel Club has been GROUP 5: finished and no entry fee shall be Chapter 6 WORKING - UTILITY charged. In the event that the owner of a SECTION 3. dog designated Best of Breed or Best of Except at specialty club shows, the GROUP 6: Variety shall not exhibit the dog in the general classification of recognized breeds WORKING - MOLOSSER group class to which it is eligible, no divided into groups and in the same other dog of the same breed or variety of order as set forth in Chapter 2, of the GROUP 7: breed shall be allowed to compete. Rules Applying to Registration and WORKING – SPITZ Discipline, with the varieties of distinct Section 16. A club giving group classes breeds as described in Chapter 3, Section GROUP 8: must also give a Best in Show, the winner 1 added thereto, in their proper groups TERRIERS to be entitled “Best Dog in Show.” No and alphabetical position, shall be pub- entry fee shall be charged but the group lished in the premium list. GROUP 9: winners must compete. TOY Section 17. A club or association hold- Proposed Amendment to Rules Applying GROUP 10: ing a show, if it gives brace classes in the to Dog Shows NON-SPORTING several breeds and recognized varieties of breeds, may also give brace group classes, The Board of Directors has approved GROUP 11: not divided by sex; such groups to be the following amendments to Chapter 3, HERDING arranged in the same order and to com- Section 1, of the Rules Applying to Dog prise the same breeds and recognized Shows – Dog Show Classifications; to be varieties of breeds as herein before set voted on at the March 13, 2012, forth in Chapter 3, Section 1. All braces Delegates Meeting. Proposed Amendment to Rules Applying of dogs designated by their respective to Dog Shows breed judges as Best of Breed or Best of Chapter 3 Variety as the case may be at shows at SECTION 1 The Board of Directors has approved which these brace group classes shall be The following breeds and/or varieties the following amendments to Chapter given, shall be eligible to compete in the of breeds, divided by groups, shall be all 3, Sections 15 - 20 of the Rules brace group classes to which they belong the breeds and/or varieties of breeds for Applying to Dog Shows – Dog Show according to this grouping. All entries for which regular classes of The American Classifications; to be voted on at the these brace group classes shall be made Kennel Club may be provided at any March 13, 2012, Delegates Meeting after the judging of the regular classes of show held under American Kennel Club The American Kennel Club has been rules. The Board of Directors may either Chapter 15 finished and no entry fee shall be add to, transfer from one group to Section 15. A club or association hold- charged. In the event that the owner of a another, or delete from said list of breeds ing a show may give group classes not brace of dogs designated Best of Breed or and/or varieties of breeds, whenever in divided by sex, such groups to be Best of Variety shall not exhibit the brace its opinion registrations of such breed arranged in same order and to comprise of dogs in the group class to which it is and/or variety of breed in the Stud Book the same breeds and recognized varieties eligible, no other shall be allowed to justify such action. of breeds as herein before set forth in compete. Chapter 3, Section 1. All dogs designated Effective January 1, 2005. A brace is GROUP 1: by their respective breed judges Best of defined as two dogs of the same recog- SPORTING – POINTERS AND SETTERS Breed at the show at which these group nized breed or variety that are similar in classes shall be given shall be eligible to appearance, performing in unison, and GROUP 2: compete in the group classes to which presented by a maximum of two han- SPORTING - RETRIEVERS AND they belong according to this grouping, dlers. Both dogs competing in brace

AKCGAZETTE • 35 • FEBRUARY 2 0 1 2 GZ secretary’s page competition must have at least one com- entitled “The Best Team in Show.” mon owner. The Board of Directors of The American Kennel Club may add other Section 18. If a club or association Proposed Amendment to Rules Applying breeds to the foregoing list whenever in holding a show shall give these group to Dog Shows its opinion sufficient evidence is pre- classes, it must also give a “Best Brace in sented to said Board to justify its belief Show” in which the braces of dogs win- The Board of Directors has approved that such other breeds have been in exis- ning the first prizes in the group classes the following amendment to Chapter 2 tence as distinct breeds for such length of must compete, but for which no entry of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows – time as to justify being designated pure fee shall be charged. The winner shall be Registrable Breeds by Group; to be voted breeds. The Board of Directors also may entitled “The Best Brace in Show.” on at the March 13, 2012, Delegates remove any breed from the foregoing list Meeting or may transfer any breed from one Section 19. A club or association hold- group to another group whenever in its ing a show, if it gives team classes in the Chapter 2 opinion sufficient evidence is presented several breeds and recognized varieties of The following breeds divided by to the Board to justify such removal or breeds, may also give team group classes groups shall be all the breeds now recog- transfer. not divided by sex, such groups to be nized by The American Kennel Club as arranged in the same order and to com- being distinct breeds of purebred dogs prise the same breeds and recognized eligible for registration in the Stud Book Proposed Amendment to Beagle Field varieties of breeds as herein before set of The American Kennel Club. Trial Rules and Standard Procedures for forth in Chapter 3, Section 1. All teams Brace, Small Pack and Small Pack Option Field Trials and Two-Couple Pack of dogs designated by their respective GROUP 1: Hunting Tests breed judges as Best of Breed or Best of SPORTING – POINTERS AND SETTERS Variety as the case may be at shows at which these team group classes shall be GROUP 2: The Board of Directors has approved given, shall be eligible to compete in the SPORTING - RETRIEVERS AND the following amendment to Chapter 9, team group classes to which they belong SPANIELS New Section 8, Grand Field according to this grouping. All entries for Champion Title (GFC) of the these team group classes shall be made GROUP 3: Proposed Amendment to Beagle Field after the judging of the regular classes of SCENT HOUNDS Trial Rules and Standard Procedures for The American Kennel Club has been Brace, Small Pack and Small Pack Option finished and no entry fee shall be GROUP 4: Field Trials and Two-Couple Pack Hunting charged. In the event that the owner of a SIGHT HOUNDS Tests – Entry Requirements and Eligibility; team of dogs designated Best of Breed or to be voted on at the March 13, 2012, Best of Variety shall not exhibit the team GROUP 5: Delegates Meeting of dogs in the group class to which it is WORKING - UTILITY eligible, no other team of dogs of the Chapter 9 same breed or variety of breed shall be GROUP 6: New Section 8. Grand Field allowed to compete. WORKING - MOLOSSER Champion Title (GFC). To be eligible Effective January 1, 2005. A team is to earn points toward a Grand Field defined as four dogs of the same recognized GROUP 7: Champion title a dog must have previ- breed or variety that are similar in appearance, WORKING – SPITZ ously been recorded an AKC Field performing in unison, and presented by a Champion. maximum of four handlers. All dogs competing GROUP 8: To be recorded a Grand Field in team competition must have at least one TERRIERS Champion, a hound must win two first common owner. places and 90 points in classes with not GROUP 9: less than six starters at AKC selected tri- Section 20. If a club or association TOY als. A list of the selected trials can be holding a show shall give these group found on the AKC website at classes, it must also give a “Best Team in GROUP 10: www.akc.org/to be determined. The Show” in which the teams of dogs win- NON-SPORTING GFC title is a prefix title that will appear ning the first prizes in the group classes in addition to the Field Champion title. must compete, but for which no entry GROUP 11: Upon completion of the GFC fee shall be charged. The winner shall be HERDING requirements, the title will be affixed to

AKCGAZETTE • 36 • FEBRUARY 2 0 1 2 GZ secretary’s page the dog’s record. The owner will be Elongated, the length exceeding the FOREQUARTERS notified but no title certificate will be breadth and depth considerably. Wedge- Shoulders moderately angulated. Legs issued unless ordered by the owner. The shaped, when viewed from above. straight. Pasterns flexible with very slight cost of the title certificate will be deter- Slightly arched when viewed from the slope when viewed from the side. mined by the AKC Board of Directors. side, tapering to stop. The region of the Dewclaws may be removed. Feet - Note: If a dog earns its Field forehead is of medium width, but Catlike, pads hard, pigmentation Championship title at one of the selected appearing broader through ears set low harmonizing with nose and eye rims. trials, the points in excess of those to complete an alert expression, with a Nails strong, hard, pigmentation needed to earn the FC title will not slight furrow between the eyes. Expression harmonizing with either nose and eye count toward the GFC title. - Alert, watchful and inquisitive. rims or coat. The total number of wins and points Dignified. Eyes -Dark, almond-shaped, necessary for a Beagle to be recorded a slightly slanted. Varying shades of hazel HINDQUARTERS Grand Field champion shall be periodi- with liver-pointed dogs. Eye rims darkly Moderately angulated. In balance with cally reviewed and possibly revised by the pigmented or of varying shades of liver forequarters. Straight when viewed from AKC Board of Directors. harmonizing with coat color. Fault — the rear. Thigh musculature well- Unpigmented eye rims. Ears - Erect, developed, moderately broad. Hocks Proposed Canaan Dog Breed Standard medium to large, set moderately low, well-let-down. Dewclaws must be GENERAL APPEARANCE broad at the base, tapering to a very removed. Feet and nails as in fore- The Canaan Dog, the National dog of slightly rounded tip. Ears angled very quarters. Israel, is a herding and flock sentry dog slightly forward when excited. A straight originating in the Land of Canaan. The line from the inner corner of the ear to COAT Canaan Dog is a pariah dog type that is the tip of the nose should just touch the Double coat. Outer coat-straight, harsh, naturally alert, inquisitive and watchful. inner corner of the eye and a line drawn flat-lying. Outer coat of medium length He is mistrustful of strangers and from the tip of the ear to the tip of the on body, shorter on front part of the legs unfamiliar environments, yet loyal and nose should just touch the outer corner and head; longer on ruff, tail, top of loving with his family. A square dog of of the eye. Ear motion contributes to withers and back of thigh. Ruff more medium size, moderate and balanced expression and clearly defines the mood pronounced on males. Thick brush tail without extremes, showing a clean of the dog. Major Fault - In the adult tapering to a pointed tip. Undercoat - outline. The moderately angulated dog, other than erect ears. Stop - Slightly soft and short with density varying with Canaan Dog moves with athletic agility accentuated. Muzzle -Tapering to climate. Excessively long outer coat that and grace in an efficient, ground- complete the wedge shape of the head. masks the clean outline of the dog is covering endurance trot. He has a Length equal to or slightly longer than undesirable as is any trimming that alters wedge-shaped head with low-set erect the length of the skull from the occiput the natural appearance of the dog. ears, a high set brush tail that curls over to stop. Whisker trimming optional. Nose the back when confident, and a straight, - Darkly pigmented or varying shades of COLOR harsh, flat-lying double coat. There is a liver, harmonizing with coat color. Lips - There are two color patterns. Pattern 1) marked distinction between the sexes. Tight with good pigmentation. Bite – Predominantly white with mask and Scissors. with or without additional patches of SIZE, PROPORTION, SUBSTANCE color (large body patches are desirable). Size - Height at the withers is 20 to 24 NECK, TOPLINE, BODY Pattern 2) Solid colored with or without inches for dogs and 19 to 23 inches for Neck - well arched. Balance to body and white trim. Color may range from black bitches. The ideal Canaan Dog lies in the head and free from throatiness. Topline - through all shades of brown - sandy to middle of the stated ranges. Proportion - Level with slight arch over the loins. red or liver. Shadings of black on a solid Square when measured from the point of Body - Strong, displaying athletic agility brown or tan dog are frequently seen. the shoulder to the ischium and from the and trimness. Chest -Moderately broad The trim on a solid colored dog may point of the withers to the ground. and deep, extending to the elbows, with include chest, undercarriage, feet and Substance - Moderate. Dogs generally well-sprung ribs. Loin - Well-tucked up. lower part of leg and tip of tail. In all weigh 45 to 55 pounds and bitches Short, muscled flanks. Tail - Set high. color patterns self-ticking may be approximately 35 to 45 pounds. Dogs When confident tail will be carried present. Disqualifications - a) Gray distinctly masculine without coarseness curled over the back, either in a curl or and/or brindle. b) All white. and bitches feminine without over- sickle, with one full curl being the ideal. refinement. When extended, the bone shall reach to MASK the hocks. The mask is a desired and distinguishing HEAD feature of the predominantly white

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Events Department in North Carolina. Shetland Sheepdogs Canaan Dog. The mask is the same Mr. Chad Howard (94603) MD color(s) as the body patches on the dog. The American Kennel Club will, at (301) 801-1222 The basically symmetrical mask must the request of a judge or judge applicant, [email protected] completely cover the eyes and ears or can provide that individual with copies of Smooth Fox Terriers, English Toy Spaniels, Japanese Chin, Toy Fox completely cover the head as in a hood. letters received by AKC concerning their Terriers, Boston Terriers, JS The only allowed white in the mask or qualifications. As a result, it should be Mr. Fred Hyer (94219) MI hood is a white blaze of any size or shape understood that any such correspon- (616) 874-3647 and/or white on the muzzle below the dence will be made available, upon [email protected] Cocker Spaniels mask. Faults - On predominantly white request, to the judge. Mrs. Lynn D. Looper (94635) NC dogs - absence of mask, half mask, or It is the responsibility of all (828) 396-3986 grossly asymmetrical mask. Conformation and JS judges to notify [email protected] the Judging Operations Department of Border Terriers Mrs. Vivienne M. Richards (93613) GAIT any changes or corrections to their DE The characteristic gait is a brisk and address, phone, fax or emails. These (302) 684-3609 tireless trot covering more ground than changes are very important because they [email protected] expected. Moderate angulation results in affect your judges’ record, the web site Collies Mrs. Danita Slatton (94469) IN the appropriate reach and drive of the and the Judges Directory. Please notify (765) 526-2254 natural dog’s endurance trot. In this trot Judging Operations at (919) 816-3593 or [email protected] the rear paw steps into the footprint of email, [email protected]. Sussex Spaniels the front paw. His trot tends to converge to the center at higher speeds. The PROVISIONAL JUDGES APPROVED BREED JUDGES Canaan Dog is agile, graceful and able to The following persons have been Mr. Larry Berg (15640) NY Provisional (516) 735-3049 change speed and direction instantly. approved on a basis for the [email protected] Correct movement is essential to this designated breeds in accordance with the Balance of Sporting Group (Boykin breed. current judging approval process. They Spaniels, Sussex Spaniels, Wirehaired may now accept assignments and the Pointing Griffons), Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Chihuahuas, Chinese TEMPERAMENT fancy may still offer comments to Cresteds, Havanese, Papillons, Pugs, Alert, vigilant, devoted and docile with Judging Operations. Shih Tzu his family. Reserved and aloof with Mrs. Terry M. DePietro (4708) NJ strangers. Highly territorial, serving as a (732) 462-6816 [email protected] responsive companion and natural NEW BREED JUDGES Balance of Working Group (Anatolian guardian. Very vocal, persistent. Easily Mrs. Carolyn W. Adams (93723) TX Shepherds, Cane Corsos, German (512) 836-3998 Pinschers, Giant Schnauzers, trained. Faults - Shyness or dominance [email protected] toward people. Komondorok, Kuvaszok, Leonbergers, Bulldogs Standard Schnauzers, Tibetan Mastiffs) Mr. Herbert E. (Herb) Adams Ms. Olga K. Evelyn (7591) CT (93725) TX DISQUALIFICATIONS (860) 429-2197 (512) 836-3998 [email protected] Gray and/or brindle. [email protected] All white. German Shorthaired Pointers, Nova Bulldogs Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, Mrs. Jean A Boyd (94716) MD English Setters, English Cocker JUDGES (301) 774-0622 Spaniels, Field Spaniels [email protected] As a result of the October 2010 Board Dr. Vandra L. Huber (6857) WA Bull Mastiffs, Great Pyrenees (425) 881-5809 Meeting, publication notice in the Mr. Wayne L. Boyd (94715) MD [email protected] Gazette was combined into one notice, (301) 774-0622 Havanese, Japanese Chin, Maltese, therefore the judging approval process [email protected] Pekingese, Shih Tzu, Silky Terriers, Bull Mastiffs, Great Pyrenees continues to include an opportunity for Toy Fox Terriers, Yorkshire Terriers Ms. Katie Campbell (94459) WA Mr. Robert E. Hutton (15138) KY the fancy to respond to each provisional (206) 933-5798 (502) 375-4109 judge. [email protected] [email protected] Letters concerning judges and provi- Basenjis, Ibizan Hounds, JS Afghan Hounds, Basenjis, Borzois, Mrs. Estelle Corr (94545) NY sional judges should be addressed to the Greyhounds, Ibizan Hounds, Irish (631) 451-7337 Wolfhounds, Pharaoh Hounds, Judging Operations Department at PO [email protected] Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Salukis, Box 900062, Raleigh, NC 27675-9062. Doberman Pinschers Scottish Deerhounds, Whippets Mrs. Susan Ferroni-Keleher (94689) Dr. John V. Ioia (3948) NY Letters concerning Agility, Obedience, HI Rally, Tracking, and VST applicants (845) 338-2121 (808) 885-4394 [email protected] should be addressed to the Companion [email protected] Cairn Terriers, Norfolk Terriers,

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Norwich Terriers, West Highland Coated Retrievers, Flat Coated (732) 469-7747 White Terriers, Chinese Shar-Pei, Retrievers, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling [email protected] Tibetan Spaniels, Tibetan Terriers Retrievers, Irish Red & White Setters, Golden Retrievers Mr. Douglas A. Johnson (17190) IN American Water Spaniels, Boykin (812) 332-5923 Spaniels, Irish Water Spaniels, Sussex [email protected] Spaniels, Wirehaired Pointing JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP JUDGES Affenpinschers, Cavalier King Charles Griffons) Mrs. Linda Clark (94461) OK Spaniels, English Toy Spaniels, Mr. Harry H. (Butch) Schulman (918) 995-2561 Havanese, Italian Greyhounds, (59014) KY [email protected] Japanese Chin, Papillons (502) 267-6374 Mr. Blake Christian Hansen (93661) Mr. Mark R. Kennedy (1191) PA [email protected] FL (724) 733-0588 Pointers, Siberian Huskies, Australian (321) 750-4906 [email protected] Cattle Dogs, Australian Shepherds, [email protected] Pointers, Gordon Setters, Weimaraners, Belgian Malinois, Belgian Sheepdogs, Mrs. Doris Honey-Pippin (94609) Wirehaired Pointing Griffons, Belgian Tervuren, Bouviers des KS Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Flandres, Briards, Canaan Dogs, (913) 721-5260 Japanese Chin, Papillons, Pekingese Swedish Vallhund [email protected] Mrs. Mareth K. Kipp (2887) WI Mr. Robert J. Shreve (2759) CO (262) 392-2215 (970) 330-7524 [email protected] [email protected] PROVISIONAL ASSIGNMENTS Balance of Sporting Group (Brittanys, Bichons Frises, Chow Chows, COMPLETED Irish Red & White Setters, Boykin Dalmatians, Finnish Spitz, French Spaniels, Sussex Spaniels, Spinoni Bulldogs, Keeshonden, Poodles, Shiba The following persons have com- Italiani, Vizslas), Alaskan Malamutes, Inu, Tibetan Terriers pleted their Provisional Judging assign- Bernese Mountain Dogs, Doberman Mr. Walter J. Sommerfelt (4787) TN ments in the breeds listed, and their Pinschers (865) 986-1614 Ms. Judy Lowther (17491) OH [email protected] names have been added to the list of reg- (216) 402-9022 Balance of Working Group (Akitas, ular approved judges. [email protected] Black Russian Terriers, Cane Corsos, Afghan Hounds, Dachshunds Dogues de Bordeaux, Komondorok, NEW BREED JUDGE Mrs. Marion D. McPherson (4484) Leonbergers, Neapolitan Mastiffs, Mr. Jason M. Hoke (92952) WI CA Saint Bernards, Standard Schnauzers) (646) 241-5800 (760) 727-0689 Ms. Judy E. Thill (23393) IA [email protected] [email protected] (563) 588-9380 Pointers, Great Danes, Cavalier King Beaucerons, Belgian Malinois, Belgian [email protected] Charles Spaniels, Chinese Cresteds, Sheepdogs, Belgian Tervuren, Briards, Balance of Terrier Group (Cesky Maltese, Pekingese, Pomeranians, Entlebucher Mountain Dogs, Terriers, Dandie Dinmont Terriers, Yorkshire Terriers, JS Icelandic Sheepdogs, Polish Lowland Glen of Imaal Terriers, Lakeland Sheepdogs, Swedish Vallhunds Terriers, Manchester Terriers, Mrs. Kathleen Rae Moore (90766) Miniature Bull Terriers, Russell APPROVED BREED JUDGES CA Terriers, Skye Terriers), French (530) 272-1441 Bulldogs, Lhasa Apsos Mr. Richaed D. Albee (57263) AL [email protected] Mrs. Patricia V. Trotter (6420) CA (334) 821-7829 Afghan Hounds (831) 624-3954 [email protected] Dr. Gareth Morgan-Jones (7230) AL [email protected] Papillons, Shih Tzu (334) 821-7829 Bulldogs, Finnish Spitz, Schipperkes, Mr. David L. Anthony (25447) PA [email protected] Australian Cattle Dogs, Australian (814) 434-0822 Pointers, Curly-Coated Retrievers, Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Border [email protected] Flat Coated Retrievers, Labrador Collies, Bouviers des Flandres, Briards, Bearded Collies, German Shepherd Retrievers, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Norwegian Buhunds, Pembroke Welsh Dogs Retrievers, Irish Setters, Clumber Corgis, Polish Lowland Sheepdogs, Ms. Dyane M. Baldwin (7380) FL Spaniels, Irish Water Spaniels, Welsh Pulik (717) 582-4997 Springer Spaniels, Weimaraners Mr. Joe C. Walton (5144) NC [email protected] Ms. Joanne (Jan) N. Paulk (7477) (919) 545-0078 German Wirehaired Pointers, English NM [email protected] Setters, Gordon Setters, Irish Red & (505) 820-6408 Pointers, Golden Retrievers, Labrador White Setters, Sussex Spaniels, [email protected] Retrievers, Cocker Spaniels, English Spinoni Italiani, Wirehaired Pointing Anatolian Shepherds, Bernese Springer Spaniels, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Mountain Dogs, Black Russian Griffons, Boxers, Doberman Pinschers, Mr. Jay Beyda (90386) FL Terriers, Cane Corsos, Dogues de Great Danes, Siberian Huskies (407) 891-9951 Bordeaux, German Pinschers, Greater Mrs. Alice M. Watkins (6457) MD [email protected] Swiss Mountain Dogs, Leonbergers, (410) 833-1368 Boxers Newfoundlands, Rottweilers, Saint [email protected] Mr. Anthony Clemento (5586) PA Bernards, Standard Schnauzers Chinese Cresteds, Pekingese, (931) 980-0464 Mr. Jay Richardson (6896) IL American Eskimo Dogs, Bichons [email protected] (630) 513-0650 Frises, Chinese Shar-Pei, Chow Borzois, Petits Bassets Griffons [email protected] Chows, French Bulldogs, Tibetan Vendeens Balance of Sporting Group Terriers, Xoloitzcuintli Mrs. Nancy S. Cowley (7131) CT (Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Curly- Mr. Michael Wiest (92088) NJ (860) 928-2626

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[email protected] NH [email protected] Balance of Sporting Group (Pointers, (603) 938-5885 Toy Group, Non-Sporting Group, BIS, German Wirehaired Pointers, Nova [email protected] JS Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, Irish Australian Terriers, Bedlington Red & White Setters, Boykin Spaniels, Terriers, Bull Terriers, Miniature Bull Spinoni Italiani), Chihuahuas Terriers, Miniature Schnauzers, Skye EMERITUS JUDGE Mrs. Marjorie (Mims) Datskow Terriers Miss Dolores (Dee) H. Maltz (7263) PA Mr. Robert (Bruce) Smith (19073) (215) 836-4399 MA [email protected] (508) 397-2331 DECEASED JUDGES Bernese Mountain Dogs, Giant [email protected] Mrs. Martha M. Olmos-Ollivier Schnauzers, Great Pyrenees, Boston Terriers, Dalmatians Mrs. Jo Byrd Parker Komondorok, Kuvaszok, Neapolitan Mrs. Helen Winski Stein (6484) NC Ms. Lynn Weaver Mastiffs, Newfoundlands, Portuguese (702) 592-1062 Water Dogs, Samoyeds [email protected] Mr. William G. Daugherty (6220) Balance of Toy Group (Affenpinschers, Provisional Obedience/Rally/Tracking CT Brussels Griffons, English Toy Spaniels, (203) 266-5496 Japanese Chin, Manchester Terriers, Judges Completed [email protected] Miniature Pinschers, Silky Terriers) The following persons have completed Balance of Herding Group (Australian Ms. Luane V. Williams (7160) TX their Provisional Judging assignments and Cattle Dogs, Beaucerons, Border (972) 539-9309 Collies, Briards, Canaan Dogs, [email protected] their names have been added to the list Cardigan Welsh Corgis, ,Entlebucher Balance of Hound Group (Afghan of regular approved judges.. Mountian Dogs, Finnish Lapphunds, Hounds, American English Icelandic Sheepdogs, Norwegian Coonhounds, Black and Tan Betty Brask 38918 (HI) Buhunds, Polish Lowland Sheepdogs, Coonhounds, Bloodhounds, Bluetick 808-572-0257 Pulik, Pyrenean Shepherds, Swedish Coonhounds, Irish Wolfhounds, [email protected] Vallhunds), Dogues de Bordeaux Otterhounds, Plotts, Redbone Obedience – Utility Ms. Barbara A. Finch (7567) NC Coonhounds, Salukis, Scottish Frank Cardillino 91806 (MD) (828) 693-8353 Deerhounds, Treeing Walker 410-901-6020 [email protected] Coonhounds) [email protected] Boxers, Doberman Pinschers Obedience - Novice Mrs. Barbara A. Gresser (51618) AZ JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP JUDGES Donna Eddins 75954 (TN) (602) 617-8621 Mr. Philip Capozzolo (71729) NY 901-219-9405 [email protected] (631) 398-9456 [email protected] Chihuahuas, Miniature Pinschers [email protected] Rally - All Mr. Wayne F. Harmon (18525) MN Ms. Janet Cohen (90134) NJ Eibhlin Glennon 77104 (IL) (612) 374-4691 (609) 566-3217 847-838-3889 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Scottish Terriers, Bichons Frises, Ms. Jennifer Landers (34161) MI Tracking Dog Excellent Chow Chows, French Bulldogs, (989) 859-9576 Aimee Kincaid 91226 (FL) Keeshonden, Lhasa Apsos, Poodles, [email protected] 407-760-4119 Schipperkes, Shiba Inu Mr. Mark Lucas (17021) NC [email protected] Jamie Hubbard (80432) IN (336) 508-9505 Obedience - Novice (812) 332-5923 [email protected] Robert Withers 38516 (FL) [email protected] Mr. Tim Peterson (92446) MN 863-688-9088 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, (612) 396-3466 [email protected] Gordon Setters, Irish Setters, Clumber [email protected] Obedience - Open Spaniels, Weimaraners, Petits Bassets RESIGNED JUDGES Griffons Vendeens Mrs. Noreen Cartwright Mrs. Rosemary W. Leist (2925) OR BEST IN SHOW (503) 824-6257 The following person, having success- [email protected] fully completed the required Group Application for Breed-Specific Bernese Mountain Dogs, Boxers, Assignments in the first Variety Group Registered Name Prefix Bullmastiffs, Doberman Pinschers, Great Danes, Greater Swiss Mountain for which she is approved, has been The following applications for a breed- Dogs, Mastiffs, Rottweilers, Tibetan added to the list of judges eligible for specific Registered Name Prefix have Mastiffs, Belgian Sheepdogs, Shetland approval to judge Best In Show. been submitted to The American Kennel Sheepdogs Ms. Barbara J. O’Neill (15439) WA Club. Letters in regard to these Mr. P. Levi Marsman (1458) MA (206) 669-9941 applications should be addressed to James (508) 238-0072 [email protected] ramliph@hotmail P. Crowley, Executive Secretary: Balance of Hound Group (American ECHO MOUND – Chesapeake Bay English Coonhounds, Bluetick REINSTATED JUDGE Coonhounds, Otterhounds, Plotts, Retrievers – Randy D. & Angela M. Redbone Coonhounds, Treeing The Judging eligibility of the follow- Skillings Walker Coonhounds), Flat Coated ing person has been reinstated. SPENSERE’S – Bulldogs – Lisa R. Retrievers Mr. Ronald N. Rella (1838) NJ Sheley Mrs. Knowlton A. Reynders (15203) (973)992-5536

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MARYBELLE – Bulldogs – Jennifer M. PAINTED-S – Boston Terriers – Sherri Staff. Stilwell Brett Events and Entries Update RAMBO RUN – Labrador Retrievers - AMASHUTU – Rhodesian Ridgebacks – Mr. Sprung reported that for the Jeff Moore Barbara McVilly eleventh month ended November 2011 FYREWYRE – Wire Fox Terriers – Alton SUN RUNNER – Golden Retrievers – aggregate Entries were up by 2.24% and J. Pertuit Jr. Lei Taft Events were up by 1.77% compared to FIVE GAITS – Poodles – Susan B. Ford PRESTWYCK – Labrador Retrievers – the same period in the previous year. SILVER DOWNS – Chinese Cresteds – Janice Chadwick While the Event recording for all of Jewels M. Cohen MOONMAGIC – Samoyeds – Kimberly & 2011 have not yet been completed, PRESTIGE – Chihuahuas – Stephanie N Erik Johnson Agility has topped the one million entry VanGilder BREATHTAKING – Bulldogs – Jackie plateau for the year. This is the first time FOXWYN – Cavalier King Charles Basagoitia that any sport other than conformation Spaniels – Caryna Baker-Fox CY’ERA – Cirneco Dell ‘Etna – Lucia has achieved this level. Mr. Sprung FAIRCREST – Labrador Retrievers – Prieto thanked all Agility exhibitors, Staff, clubs Colleen Thurston and volunteers. CK’S – Labrador Retrievers – Marion Stroud-Swingle BOARD OF DIRECTORS LEGAL REPORT January 9 – 10, 2012 POWDER-RIVER – Labrador Retrievers – Margaret Poindexter, General Counsel, Sherry A. Kolb participated in this portion of the OT VITOSHA – Belgian Malinois – Ivan The Board convened on Monday, meeting via video conference. She Balabanov January 9, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. All Directors presented a status report on pending ASPEN HILL – Wire Fox Terriers – were present, as were the Executive litigation and other activities during the Kathaleen L. Emberson Secretary, the Chief Operating Officer months of November and December RIVER REGION - Bulldogs – Robert P. and the Assistant Executive Secretary. 2012. Vilardi Copies of the November 2011 minutes LIVEWIRE – Papillons – Daneen Fox were made available to all Directors. The AKC LEGISLATIVE STRATEGY CASTLE PEAK – Cavalier King Charles Board reviewed the minutes of the Margaret Poindexter and Sheila Goffe, Spaniels – Patricia C. Johnson November 7 - 8, 2011 meeting. Upon a AKC Staff, participated in this portion of TUDOR – Manchester Terriers – Donna motion by Dr. Battaglia, seconded by Ms. the Board meeting via video conference. Ashbrook & Donald R. Bradley Scully, the November 2011 Board There was a discussion on how AKC has minutes were unanimously adopted. dealt with canine legislation on the Registered Name Prefixes Granted federal and local levels. There was The following applications for a breed- CHAIRMAN’S REPORT agreement that the Board had to give the specific Registered Name Prefix have Amendments to ARTICLE VI, Staff clear direction on the types of been granted: SECTION 11, of the AKC Bylaws and positive legislative initiatives AKC should VOM BERGLAND – German Shorthaired to the Standing Rule on Delegates take. Staff was directed to bring a Pointers – Richard Ray Committees. proposal back for Board review. GARNETMINE – Golden Retrievers – The Board considered a proposed Robin Montesi amendment to the AKC Bylaws CONSENT AGENDA KATSA – Pekingese – Thomas Jenkins & submitted by the Delegate Bylaws Following discussion, there was a motion Vincent Hedrick Committee and a related proposed by Mr. Arnold, seconded by Ms. Scully, CLASSEA – Portuguese Water Dogs – amendment to the Delegate Standing and it was VOTED (unanimously) to Tabitha Thompson Rules on Committees. The effect of both approve the following Consent Agenda YON-DELL - Shetland Sheepdogs & would be to make the appointment to Items: Japanese Chins – Carol Esther Smale and attendance by an AKC Staff liaison at Delegates WEXFORD – Tibetan Spaniels – Dianne each of the Delegate Committee The following Delegate was approved: Tyree meetings mandatory. This matter will be SINDAR – Weimaraners – Melissa studied and discussed further by the Anne H. Bowes, Duxbury, MA Hartley Board. To represent Pembroke Welsh Corgi AURORA CANIS – Irish Water Spaniels – Club of America Russell Nelson PRESIDENT’S REPORT AB-SO-LUTE – Bulldogs – Anne Poekert Board Action Items H. Geoff Geoffrey, Deland, FL KITZUNE – Pembroke Welsh Corgis – Mr. Sprung gave a status report on To represent West Volusia Kennel Club Kelly & Ben Meyer previous Action items assigned to the

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Robert W. Gilmour, Limerick, PA discussed further at the February 2012 breed to the Miscellaneous Class To represent Penn Treaty Kennel Club meeting. effective January 1, 2013. This will be discussed further at the February Homer Russell Hastings III, Westfield, EXECUTIVE SECRETARY’S REPORT meeting. PA David Roberts, and Mari-Beth O’Neill, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno To represent Elmira Kennel Club AKC Staff, participated in this portion of The Board reviewed a request, from the the meeting via video conference. Portuguese Podengo Pequenos of Charles Kerfoot, Vinton, VA Procedure for Approving Breed America, to approve the breed’s To represent Roanoke Kennel Club Standards acceptance into the AKC Stud Book and The Board reviewed the current to permit the breed to be eligible to Bonnie Lane, Commack, NY procedure for approving breed standards. complete in the Hound Group. This will To represent Riverhead Kennel Club There was a consensus that when a club be discussed further at the February was given approval to ballot a particular meeting. JD Rowell, Highland Park, TX change, it did not imply Board approval. To represent Trinity Valley Kennel This approval would come only after any MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS Club input received after publication was Lisa Gonzalez, David Roberts, Mark considered. Staff was directed to prepare Dunn, Michelle Baker, and Michael Lynne Schmitt, Aptos, CA a clear, written procedure for the consid- Ganey, AKC Staff, participated in this To represent Monterey Bay Dog eration and approval of breed standard portion of the meeting via video Training Club changes. conference. Proposed Cairn Terrier Breed David Roberts gave an update on Susan Sholar, Valley Center, CA Standard Revision Registration initiatives. Mark Dunn gave To represent Black Russian Terrier The Board considered proposed revisions an update on the AKC Canine Partners Club of America to the Cairn Terrier breed standard. The Program. Michael Ganey gave an update club had requested to ballot the on the commercial sector. The following Club’s application for membership on the revision. This request AKC Membership was approved: was placed on hold, however, until the JUDGING OPERATIONS Leonberger Club of America Board considers the procedure for Darrell Hayes, AKC Staff, participated in approving breed standards in February. this portion of the meeting via video Proposed Tibetan Mastiff Breed Berger Picard conference. Standard Revision The Board reviewed a request, from the The Board reviewed a document from Mari-Beth O’Neill, AKC Staff, partic- Berger Picard Club of America, to The Board of Directors appointed Ad ipated in this discussion via video advance the breed to the Miscellaneous Hoc Committee on the Judging conference. The Board considered the Class effective January 1, 2013. This will Approval Process, chaired by Dr. Robert results of the Tibetan Mastiff Club of be discussed further at the February D. Smith. America’s membership ballot received meeting. On Tuesday, November 29, 2011, the subsequent to the publication of the Proposed Canaan Dog Breed Smith Committee met to further review proposed changes. Standard Revision the currently approved version of the Following a motion by Mr. Gladstone, The Board reviewed the results of the proposal along with the feedback seconded by Dr. Battaglia, it was VOTED ballot submitted by the Canaan Dog received from the Fancy during the 21- (affirmative: Mr. Gladstone, Dr. Battaglia, Club of America on proposed breed day period mandated by the Board of Dr. Garvin, Ms. Scully, Dr. Smith, Mr. standard revisions. The proposed Canaan Directors. Upon this review it was Goodman, Mr. Amen, Mr. Arnold; Dog Standard will be published in the VOTED (unanimously) by this opposed: Mr. Menaker, Mr. Kalter, Mr. February Secretary’s page. committee that no additional Ashby, Dr. Newman; abstaining: Dr. Chinook recommendations for modification Davies) to table the matter. The Board reviewed a request, from the would be brought to the Board for Receipt of Event Correspondence Chinook Club of America, to approve consideration at this time. The new Michael Liosis, AKC Staff, participated in the breed’s acceptance into the AKC procedure is effective March 1, 2012. this discussion. The Staff presented a Stud Book and to permit the breed to be The Board discussed the Judges Review time-table to require all clubs to comply eligible to compete in the Working Committee as referenced within this with AKC’s request to provide electronic Group. This will be discussed further at policy. addresses for at least the Corresponding the February meeting. Mr. Sprung advised the Board that he Secretary and the President, as well as Lagotto Romagnolo had appointed Patricia Proctor as the electronically submitting a membership The Board reviewed a request, from the Executive Field Representative to the list to AKC annually. This will be Lagotto Club of America, to advance the committee, to serve a two year term. Mr.

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Sprung also discussed with Board the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Club Business Plan prepared by the two additional members of the of America Hunt Tests Companion Events Department. committee that he is to recommend, as The Parent Club Performance Event Following a motion by Ms. Scully, referenced in the policy. The two Program allows the AKC to seconded by Dr. Smith, it was VOTED recommendations, accepted by the acknowledge the accomplishments of (unanimously) to adopt the Companion Board, were Edd Biven, and Dr. Robert dogs participating in breed specific events Events Business Plan as outlined below: Indeglia. The Board Voted unanimously which test the purpose for which the to confirm these two appointments, both breed was developed. The Board AKC Companion Events Business Plan of whom graciously accepted. reviewed a request from the Petit Basset Synopsis Griffon Vendéen Club of America Business Plan Duration 2012 to 2016. AKC/Eukanuba National (PBGVCA). It has requested that titles Championship and Corresponding earned in their Hunting Test program be The direction of this plan is based on Delegate Meeting Dates acknowledged by the AKC. This will be request, comments and input received Mr. Sprung provided the Board with the discussed further at the February from the sport fancy by the Companion dates for the AKC/Eukanuba National meeting. Events Department over the past few Championship for 2012 – 2015, all to be Qualifications for American years, with input from the AKC held in Orlando, Florida. He also Brittany Club National Gun Dog Companion Events Team, other AKC provided the dates for the December Championship staff, along with input from the AKC Delegates meetings in those same years. Delegate Committee Delegate AKC/Eukanuba Following a motion by Ms. Scully, YEAR Meetings Meeting National Championship seconded by Mr. Arnold, it was VOTED (unanimously) to approve the December Delegate meeting dates. 2012 December 13 December 14 December 15 –16 (See Figure 1 on this page) Board Review Committee 2013 December 12 December 13 December 14 –15 Dr. Newman gave the report of the Review Committee (Dr. Newman, Chair, Mr. Arnold, Ms. Scully). The 2014 December 11 December 12 December 13 –14 Committee considered a judging appeal from Mr. David J. Hyman. Mr. Hyman 2015 December 10 December 11 December 12 –13 had applied for eleven breeds and been approved for nine breeds by the AKC Figure 1. Approved December Delegate Meeting Dates Staff Committee. The Board Review Committee denied the appeal and The Board reviewed The American Delegate Committee for Obedience, upheld the AKC Staff Committee Brittany Club’s request to change the Tracking and Agility. The items decision. qualifications necessary to enter their addressed in the business plan are meant National Gun Dog Championships. The to encourage and increase sport partici- PERFORMANCE change is a refinement to include third pation, while offering classes and Doug Ljungren and Lisa Carroll, AKC and fourth placements earned during the challenges meeting the needs and request Staff, participated in this portion of the previous year in exceptionally large of the fancy. The items addressed in the meeting via video conference. stakes, as opposed to a first or second business plan will be phased in over the Associated Breeds to Hold Herding place earned in any size stake. Without lifetime of the business plan. Event objection, Performance Events will The Board reviewed a Staff recommen- inform the American Brittany Club that The plan outlines: dation to allow specialty clubs to hold the proposed changes have been • The development and implementation Herding events that are open to their approved. There was no objection. of new competition classes for breed as well as “associated breeds” on a obedience, rally, tracking and agility. special request basis. Associated breeds for COMPANION EVENTS this purpose would be those breeds with Curt Curtis, Doug Ljungren,Pamela • The development and implementation a common heritage. The special request Manaton, and Julie Eagle, AKC Staff, of national competitions to include all must be approved by the Performance participated in this portion of the levels of regular obedience and rally. Events Department. This will be meeting via video conference. discussed further at the February Business Plan • The development and promotion of a meeting. The Board reviewed a 2012-2016 Junior’s program for Companion

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Events. is imposed provided the following criteria is Section 3, in order to require clubs to met; hold events in their territory in order to • Research the possible development and maintain exclusive privilege in the implementation of changes to the • An AKC DNA profile for the dog is on territory. A second condition of the current judge’s education process for file. request would permit clubs to reclaim obedience, rally, tracking and agility. • All other requirements for AKC exclusive privilege after they hold shows registration are met. within their territory following a COMPLIANCE • The processing fee for such a transfer is prolonged absence. The amendment Margaret Poindexter and Jack Norton, $75. would read as follows: AKC Staff, participated via video Each member club or association not conference. If the suspended individual seeks to have the a specialty club which shall hold a Hardship Policy dog(s) transferred back into his or her recorded show ¨ at least once in every two The Board considered a proposal to ownership at the conclusion of the suspension, consecutive calendar years shall have permit the transfer of a dog from an the processing fee for such transfer is $150. the sole show privilege in the city, owner placed on referral. One town or district which has been recommendation was to prohibit The following AKC Management assigned to it as its show territory. transferring that dog back to the same actions were reported: Clubs that have not held a show in individual at the conclusion of his/her (Final Board Disciplinary actions are their territory within two consecutive suspension. There was a motion by Dr. reported on the Secretary’s Page.) calendar years will be granted the Garvin, seconded by Mr. Kalter to exclusive privilege of their territory include this provision in any hardship Meeting adjourned on Monday January one year after the next date they hold policy adopted. This motion was defeated 9, 2012 at 5:20 pm a show in their territory. with the VOTE (affirmative: Dr. Garvin, Dr. Smith; opposed: Mr. Menaker, Mr. Following a motion by Dr. Garvin, Gladstone, Mr. Ashby, Mr. Arnold, Mr. Meeting reconvened on Tuesday January seconded by Mr. Ashby, it was VOTED Goodman, Mr. Amen, Ms. Scully, Dr. 10, 2012 at 8:00 am. All Directors were (unanimously) not to approve this Battaglia, Dr. Davies, Mr. Kalter, Dr. present, as were the Executive Secretary, recommendation. Newman.) the Chief Operating Officer and the While the Board was in favor of the Following a motion by Mr. Ashby, Assistant Executive Secretary. insertion of the words “within its seconded by Dr. Davies, it was VOTED territory” to Chapter 3, Section 2, it was (unanimously) to adopt the following EXECUTIVE SESSION unanimously opposed to the new last Hardship Registration Policy, which There was an Executive Session to sentence in the Suffolk County proposal. would replace the existing Hardship discuss confidential business matters. It felt the first would benefit the Sport by Policy, effective January 10, 2012: not permitting a club to prohibit other When an individual has been placed on COMPLIANCE (continued from January clubs from utilizing available sites in its temporary referral, the AKC will consider the 9) territory, even though that club did not transfer and/or registration of dogs and litters Deficiencies in Care and Conditions hold events in that territory itself. listed in their AKC recorded ownership Policy However, it did not believe that it was provided the following criteria is met; The Board reviewed a staff recommen- fair to permit a club to re-establish dation to adopt on proper care and exclusivity after a prolonged absence • Dated third party documentation to conditions for dogs. There was discussion from an area, displacing clubs which had show that the dog was acquired prior to on the guidelines to be included in the held events there in the interim. the individual being placed on policy. This will be discussed further at There was a motion by Dr. Garvin, temporary referral. the February meeting. seconded by Mr. Ashby and it was • The parentage of the dog or litter is not VOTED (unanimously) to approve the in question. CONFORMATION addition of the words ”within their • All other requirements for AKC Robin Stansell, Lee Herr, and Bri Tesarz, territory” to Chapter 3, Section 2, of the registration are met. AKC Staff, participated in this portion of Rules Applying to Dog Shows, so that it the meeting via video conference. will read: When an individual has been suspended from Rules Applying to Dog Shows Each member club or association not AKC registration privileges, the AKC will Chapter 2, Section 3 Territory a specialty club which shall hold a entertain the registrations and/or transfer of The Suffolk County Kennel Club show within their territory at least dogs and litters listed in the individual’s AKC proposed an amendment to the Rules once in every two consecutive recorded ownership at the time the suspension Applying to Dog Shows Chapter 2, calendar years shall have the sole show

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privilege in the city, town or district To represent Maryland Kennel Club which has been assigned to it as its Currently represented by John Ward show territory. Request for AKC Membership This amendment will be read at the For Publication: March 2012 Meeting for a VOTE in Northeastern Maryland Kennel Club June 2012. Bel Air, Maryland (Harwood and Rules Applying to Dog Shows Chapter Cecil Counties) 11, Section 6, Entry Corrections 55 households, 46 local The Board reviewed a staff recommen- First license show- September 7, 1992 dation to amend Rules Applying to Dog Bylaws acceptable Shows, Chapter 11, Section 6, to allow superintendents and show secretaries NEW BUSINESS using AKC entry verification to correct Several subjects were discussed during entries as appropriate. These corrections New Business. They included: to the exhibitor’s entry data would be • A suggestion from Dr. Battaglia that limited to data fields that concern breed, AKC consider recognizing a type of birth date, breeder, registration number, triathlon award for dogs that place in name, sex and color. This will be three different types of AKC events discussed further at the February • A suggestion from Dr. Smith that meeting. consideration be given to having some type of additional recognition for the CLUBS Best of Opposite Sex award. Delegates for Publication: • An update by Mr. Ashby on the AKC Bo Bengtson, Ojai, CA PAC and the Legislative Support Fund To represent American Whippet Club • A suggestion from Mr. Amen, that No current Delegate consideration be given to permitting Agility Club to become AKC Members. Sally Birgl, Kempton, PA To represent Berks County Kennel EXECUTIVE SESSION Club There was an Executive Session to Currently represented by Frank Piehl discuss a confidential business matter.

Ann Mariah Cook, Jefferson, NH It was VOTED to adjourn Tuesday, To represent Siberian Husky Club of January 10, 2012 at 12:20 p.m. America Adjourned Currently represented by Donna Beckman Attest:

Daniel Cunningham, Minoa, NY James P. Crowley, Executive Secretary To represent Onondaga Kennel 9, 2012 at 5:20 pm Association Currently represented by Judy Murray

Ann Lettis, Staten Island, NY To represent Grand River Kennel Club No current Delegate

Patricia Peel, Lennon, MI To represent Alaskan Malamute Club of America No current Delegate

Gary Sarvinos, Catonsville, MD

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American Boykin Spaniel Brittany Chespeake Bay Clumber Water Spaniel Retriever Spaniel Sporting

Cocker Spaniel Curly-Coated English Cocker English Setter English Springer Retriever Spaniel Spaniel

Field Spaniel Flat-Coated German Shorthaired German Golden Retriever Pointer Wirehaired Pointer Retriever

Gordon Setter Irish Red & Irish Setter Irish Water Labrador White Setter Spaniel Retriever

Nova Scotia Duck Pointer Spinone Sussex Spaniel Vizsla Tolling Retriever Italiano

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Wirehaired Spaniel Pointing Griffon Parent Club Links

Afghan Hound American English American Basenji Basset Hound Coonhound Foxhound Hound

Beagle Black and Tan Bloodhound Bluetick Borzoi Coonhound Coonhound

Dachshund English Greyhound Harrier Ibizan Hound Foxhound

Irish Norwegian Otterhound Petit Basset Pharaoh Hound Wolfhound Elkhound Griffon Vendéen

Plott Redbone Rhodesian Saluki Scottish Coonhound Ridgeback Deerhound

Whippet Parent Club Links

Akita Alaskan Anatolian Bernese Black Russian Malamute Shepherd Dog Mountain Dog Terrier Working

Boxer Bullmastiff Cane Corso Doberman Dogue de Pinscher Bordeaux

German Giant Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Pinscher Schnauzer Mountain Dog

Komondor Leonberger Kuvasz Mastiff Neapolitan Mastiff

Newfoundland Portuguese Rottweiler Saint Bernard Samoyed Water Dog

Siberian Husky Standard Tibetan Mastiff Schnauzer Parent Club Links

Airedale American Australian Bedlington Border Terrier Terrier Staffordshire Terrier Terrer Terrier Terrier

Bull Terrier Cairn Terrier Cesky Terrier Dandie Fox Terrier Dinmont Terrier (Smooth)

Glen of Imaal Irish Terrier Kerry Blue Lakeland Terrier Manchester Terrier Terrier Terrier

Miniature Bull Miniature Norfolk Terrier Norwich Parson Russell Terrier Schnauzer Terrier Terrier

Scottish Terrier Sealyham Terrier Skye Terrier Soft Coated Staffordshire Wheaten Terrier Bull Terrier

Welsh Terrier West Highland White Terrier Parent Club Links Toy Affenpinscher Brussels Cavalier King Chihuahua Chinese Griffon Charles Spaniel Crested

English Toy Havanese Italian Japanese Chin Maltese Spaniel Greyhound

Manchester Miniature Papillon Pekingese Pomeranian Terrier (Toy) Pinscher

Poodle (Toy) Pug Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Toy Fox Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier Parent Club Links

American Bichon Frise Boston Terrier Bulldog Chinese Eskimo Dog Shar-Pei

Chow Chow Dalmatian Finnish Spitz French Bulldog Keeshond Non-Sporting

Lhasa Apso Löwchen Norwegian Poodle Schipperke Lundehund (Miniature)

Poodle Shiba Inu Tibetan Tibetan Terrier Xoloitzcuintli (Standard) Spaniel Parent Club Links

Australian Australian Bearded Collie Beauceron Belgian Cattle Dog Shepherd Malinois Herding

Belgian Belgian Border Collie Bouvier des Briard Sheepdog Tervuren Flandres

Canaan Dog Cardigan Welsh Collie (Rough) Collie (Smooth) Entlebucher Corgi Mountain Dog

Finnish German Icelandic Norwegian Old English Lapphund Shepherd Dog Sheepdog Buhund Sheepdog

Pembroke Polish Lowland Puli Pyrenean Shetland Welsh Corgi Sheepdog Shepherd Sheepdog

Swedish Vallhund

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