THE BOYKIN SPANIEL STANDARD the Official Newsletter of the Boykin Spaniel Club & Breeders Association of America, Inc

THE BOYKIN SPANIEL STANDARD The Official Newsletter of the Boykin Spaniel Club & Breeders Association of America, Inc.

ISSUE 12 JANUARY 2014 this issue A PRESIDENT’S LETTER P. 1 Core Vaccines According to AAHA Guidelines P. 3 AKC Meet the Breed in Cypress & Orlando P. 4 News Items from the BSCBAA P. 5 Committees and Volunteers P. 6 BSCBAA Board Nominees P. 7 Boykin Brags P. 9 Upcoming Events P. 10 AKC Tips for Dental Health P. 12 AKC Boykin Spaniel Titles 2012 & 2013 P. 13 Obedience and Rally Regulation Changes P. 15 My First Boykin Spaniel, Desie P. 16 Government Relations & Legislative Updates P. 15

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Featured Photo is Texas Trace Independence in the Swamp Land in Mississippi. Owners: Interested in a Health Care Plan for Marcus & Betty McClamrock. Professional Photographer credit Marcus McClamrock. your Boykin visit this link: http://www.akcpethealthcare.com/ Upcoming Events Exploring open source software opportunities. Visit our website at: TheBoykinSpanielClub.com For upcoming AKC Events visit: BSCBAA President’s Letter akc.org Contact Information Dear BSCBAA Members, Club Address: PO BOX 42 With the close of 2013, we can look at the success this club has had Gilbert, SC 29054 presenting Boykins at various dog events and the experience the Club Membership Address: had gleaned from conducting these events. Our membership has been PO BOX 781 increasing steadily with many excited new members. In 2013 the Cypress, TX 77410 Boykin Spaniel has increased it’s presence in AKC with many new titles Club Email: ranging from conformation to fly ball. Many of these new titles have [email protected] been achieved by you, our members. However, there are many others Newsletter Email: who have titled their Boykins that are not part of our parent club. If [email protected] you meet these Boykin owners, I would encourage you to discuss with Website: them joining our club. These people are running their dogs at an AKC TheBoykinSpanielClub.com event, we need their support as their AKC parent club. © 2014 The Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America, Inc. 1 BSCBAA President’s Letter Continued

This year’s Club accomplishments are many. The Club held its 2nd BSCBAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS & annual hunt test in March at OFFICERS (May 31, 2013) Mountville, SC. In addition, to cap Class of 2014 off the successful fun filled week- Tina Hamrick - MD end, B matches in conformation Carol Hill - TX rally and obedience took place. Dan Kauzlarich - IL Our next event was a club WD/ WDX field event held in May at Pe- Rose Leale - TX can Acres Kennel in Chappell Hill, DeVon Ruth - SC TX. Many of our Texas Boykins Class of 2015 Vacant were successful in achieving club Greg Copeland - TX titles. We followed that event with Roslin Copeland - TX the club’s first supported entry conformation event at the June 1st Randall Benzel - TX Biloxi, MS dog show. The show Michle Machala -TX had the largest gathering ever of Class of 2016 Boykins at an AKC show. This event Troy Blalock-SC also featured a judges education test being held in Leesville, SC the Jacquelin “Jackie” DeAngelo—NY seminar, trophies for various win- first weekend of March. With AKC Jeff Engelmann –TX ners, a raffle and auction, and approval, we plan to hold an A Heber R. “Butch” Norckauer, Jr. –AL evening shrimp boil prepared by match for conformation and obedi- Dan Reel - GA Leslie Kern. We conducted several ence during that weekend. This is The Officers meet the breed events at shows in one of our last hurdles to achieving President - Dan Kauzlarich Chicago, New York, Houston and full club licensing with the AKC. Vice-President - Greg Copeland The Eukanuba Dog Show in Orlan- We will be holding our 2nd annual Secretary - Roslin Copeland do. supported entry conformation Treasurer - Michle Machala events at the May 3 Marshall, TX Alternate - Dan Reel While the club has been successful, dog show. For the first time the Executive Administrator - our individual dogs have had a sig- supported entry will include obedi- H.R. "Butch" Norckauer, Jr. nificant year at various events. ence and rally. The annual meeting Dan Reel’s Chief became the first is planned for the Friday evening of Boykin to achieve 2000 in UKC field that weekend in Marshall, TX. I events. Butch Norckauer’s Minnie encourage all of our members to earned several advance Agility ti- try and attend one of these events tles and qualified for the Eukanuba as both should be very enjoyable show. Michle Machala’s Texas weekends for meeting Boykins and Trace Yellow Rose finished the their owners. year as Best of Opposites for two years running at Nationals. I con- In conclusion, I wish all members a gratulate these and all owners and successful 2014 year with your their dogs who have competed in little brown dogs in the field, show, events this year. or backyard. Let us look forward to a great new year. With a look to the future, the club has several events planned for 2014 that should be fun and ex- Daniel L. Kauzlarich citing for you and your dog. The President Emily on helicopter ride first is our 3rd annual AKC hunt Owner: Eric Buermann 2 The Boykin Spaniel Standard ISSUE 12 January, 2014 Exclusion of Liability for Mislead- ing Statements in Print and Adver- tisements

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"The Board of Directors of the Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America, Inc. (BSCBAA) (i) reserves the right to decide in its absolute dis- cretion what material of any nature Photo is GCH Sunseeker Kiss My Britches Beekauz MH SHR RN including but not limited to articles “Strauss”, hunting in the ice and fog. Owners: Dan & Sharon Kauzlarich. and advertisements ("material") will be published in The Boykin Spaniel Core Vaccines According to AAHA Guidelines Standard (BSCBAA Newsletter), (ii) written by Dr. Bill Howard, DVM reserves the right to refuse to publish any material, to edit and/or change I. Distemper; Adenovirus type 2; Parvovirus; Para-influenza the format of any material and to Those vaccines are started at 6 to 8 weeks of age. They should be vaccinated every 3 to 4 weeks until 16 place conditions on the publication of weeks of age. A booster shot is given at one year of age and then yearly or once every third year de- any material and (iii) accepts no re- pending upon exposure risk and mandated laws in various counties across the country. sponsibility for error in the publication II. Rabies of any material." "The opinions ex- pressed in any material in The Boykin Initial or first vaccine in puppies is at 12 to 16 weeks of age. Then revaccination of rabies shot is yearly or every third year again depending on local laws and upon exposure risk. Spaniel Standard are not necessarily those of the BSCBAA. The BSCBAA Non-Core Vaccines does not represent or warrant that the I. Leptospirosis information, statements or represen- This vaccine again depends upon exposure risk. Dogs that have exposure to wild animals, ponds and tations contained in any material in- lakes should be vaccinated. The vaccine is given in two doses with the first vaccine usually given at 12 to cluding but not limited to statements 14 weeks then again at 3 to 4 weeks later. Revaccination is recommended annually for only dogs with as to the condition or attributes of any reasonable risk of exposure. dog are correct and is not to be held II. Lyme Disease liable or responsible in any way what- Dogs living or traveling in high risk endemic areas for Lyme disease should be vaccinated against this soever for any mis-statements or error disease. The initial vaccination is at 9 to 12 weeks and booster 3 to 4 weeks later then yearly boosters in the information, statements or rep- are recommended. resentations contained in any materi- III. Bordetella al." This vaccine is given on a risk assessment of the dog. Dogs exposed to kennels, training classes, dog parks or boarding and grooming facilities should be vaccinated for this. The vaccine can be given by "The BSCBAA subcutaneous injection, intranasal or oral. Two vaccines are recommended starting about 6 to 8 weeks of age and again 3 to 4 weeks later. A yearly vaccination is recommended for an “at risk” dog. Board of Directors and Editor reserve the right to refuse advertis- IV. Canine Influenza ing or submissions which are not in The recommendation and risk factors for this vaccine is similar to Bordetella. Initial vaccine is at 6 to 8 the best interest of the breed, the club, weeks, then booster is at 3 to 4 weeks later and a yearly vaccination is recommended for an “at risk” or dog sports. Items included in this dog. newsletter do not necessarily reflect V. Crotalus (Rattlesnake) Vaccine the views of the Club, the Board, or This vaccine was developed to provide protection against the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake ven- the Editor. The Editor reserves the om. It may also provide protection against other rattlesnakes with similar venom type. It does not pro- right to edit and/or verify all copy. vide against Water Moccasins, Mojave rattlesnakes or Coral snakes. The vaccine stimulates the immune Submissions transfer ownership and system to provide anti-bodies against the Rattlesnake venom. A bitten dog will still need further treat- ment to prevent infections and tissue loss. The first vaccine is at four months of age and the booster is 3 copyright to the BSCBAA. " to 4 weeks later. Older dogs will also need two vaccines to achieve perfection. Boosters are recommended to be given on an exposure risk - in high risk areas three boosters a year may be necessary. Boosters are recommended at the beginning of the hunting season. Please use this as a guideline and consult your veterinarian for your specific local laws and procedures.

3 MEET THE BREED EVENTS (Cypress/Orlando) Meet the Breed Event sponsored by the BSCBAA and led by Texas Trace Boykins was held at the Bridgeland Howl-o-ween Fest in Cypress, TX. The event was held for Rescue Groups and the BSCBAA directed funds of $374.66 to the Boykin Spaniel Rescue. It was very successful event with hundreds of interested people wanting to love on the Boykin Spaniel.

Breeder Directory Program To participate and be listed in the BDP, you can locate an application at our website at this link: Breeder Directory Program. Please view all details at the above link. If you have any questions,email the breeder coordinator at The AKC Meet the Breed at the Eukanuba Nationals in Orlando, Florida was [email protected] on December 14-15 2013. The Boykin Spaniels were represented & sponsored by the BSCBAA led by members, Butch & Sheila Norckauer. It was a successful event with hundreds meeting the Boykins. The booth decorated with a hunting theme and was great.

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4 NEWS ITEMS FROM THE BSCBAA

STATUS OF COMPLAINT AND please fill out the renewal To Submit application form and mail COUNTERCLAIMS your check of $25 to PO Box Pictures, brags, arti- 781, Cypress, TX 77410. Please The BSCBAA and twenty-one (21) click here for an application if cles or advertisement present and former board mem- you have lost yours. bers, committee persons and/or to this Newsletter officers were sued by former mem- SUPPORTED ENTRY contact: bers of the Club on May 23, 2013 in Lexington County, South Carolina. PLEASE Sponsor a trophy for [email protected] the upcoming supported entry, Your Club and each defendant click on the following link for The next deadline for moved quickly to defend against availability Please click here submission for news- the allegations, which are consid- for more details. ered baseless. The Club and most letter is March 31, defendants moved to dismiss the complaint. Nearly all individual de- TAIL DOCKING 2014 (remember date). fendants were subsequently dis- missed without the need for court BSCBAA TAIL DOCKING FOR- The Boykin Spaniel Standard MULA & PROCEDURE involvement. The Club and one oth- is a quarterly publication for er defendant remain in the suit. Leave 1/3 of the tail plus 1/4 January, April, July and Octo- The BSCBAA has filed counterclaims inch; please use a ruler. ber. Publication dates and

against the plaintiffs. deadline submission dates Dock between 3 & 7 days of Your Club continues to vigorously age – 3 days is preferred. for newsletter are as follows: defend against the plaintiffs’ claims and prosecute its counterclaims There is consistently a natural January is December 31 against the plaintiff. indentation where the tail should be docked. If the meas- April is March 31 urement falls between joints, An unsolicited settlement offer July is June 30 from the plaintiffs was received by look or feel for the one where there is a natural indenta- your club Monday, October 28, October is September 30 2013. The settlement discussions tion. REMEMBERING -- Longer is preferred. are proceeding -- not as quickly as Visit our website at might have been expected for various reasons – but discussions are http://boykinspanielclub.org/ proceeding. Contact us at RENEWALS [email protected]

It’s that time of the year again when we need to renew our mem- berships. Thank you to all who have The Boykin Spaniel Standard submitted your renewal. We do ap- ISSUE 12 January, 2014 preciate your continued support of James Machala, Rose and grandson, on a the BSCBAA! If you have forgotten, dove hunt.

5 BSCBAA COMMITTEES

Pictured above: Puppy Meal Time!

Volunteers for our COMMITTEEBSCBAA DESCRIPTION COMMITTEES CHAIRMAN POSITION Committees. Please look

Sub-Committee over all the committees and Communications Roslin Copeland [email protected] if you would like to join one Newsletter Manages Newsletter Roslin Copeland or more of them contact the Roslin Copeland Website Manages the Website chairman of that committee Breeder Directory Manages Breeder Directory Program James Machala [email protected] or the President, Dan at Sales Manages Sales Program Vacant [email protected]. Each General Flyers Manages & Coordinates Flyers Roslin Copeland chairman’s email is provid- Gazette Editor Writes/Edits Gazette Articles Jeff Engelmann [email protected]

Education & Standards Oversees E & S Sub Committees Greg Copeland [email protected] ed next to their names for

Breed Standard Manages Breed Standard Butch Norckauer [email protected] your convenience. The

Judges Education Manages & Coordinates Judges Education Greg Copeland [email protected] BSCBAA has several vacant

positions and we are also Membership Membership List, Recruitment, Renewals, Roslin Copeland [email protected] looking for additional peo- Welcomes, Acknowledgements & Application Membership Address: PO Box 781, Cypress, TX 77410 Processing ple to serve on the commit-

Show Responsible for Scheduling, Coordinating & Rose Leale [email protected] tees. We would appreciate Planning Conformation, Companion Events, Supported Entries & Hosting National Specialty your help in any way that you feel you can contribute. Hunt & Field Responsible for Scheduling, Planning & DeVon Ruth [email protected] Hosting Club Hunt Test & Field Trial Activities, You are welcome to volun- Managing Field Qualities Statement & Other Dan Reel—Hunt Test Committee Chair Administrative Elements teer. Health & Genetics Responsible for Maintaining Health & Genetics Dr. Bill Howard [email protected] information, Making Code of Ethics Recom- Refer to the chart on the mendations, Recording & Reporting Health & Genetic concerns & Advising the BOD on left for additional infor- Health Matters mation about our commit- Code of Ethics Not to be delegated BOD tees and contact infor- Disciplinary Not to be delegated BOD mation. Constitution & ByLaws Interprets C&B and Coordinates Changes Butch Norckauer [email protected] THANKS FOR VOLUNTEER- Historian & Librarian Keeps Statistics, Maintains Library & Archives, Carole Thomas ING! It will be rewarding. Provides Reference & Review

AKC Liaison Single Face of Interaction with AKC Butch Norckauer

Legislative Liaison Monitors & Advises on Legislative Activities Open

Rescue Coordinator Coordinates with Boykin Spaniel Rescue Butch Norckauer The Boykin Spaniel Standard ISSUE 12 January, 2014 © 2014 The Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America, Inc. 6 BSCBAA BOARD NOMINEES Boykin Spaniel. Future goals include do- The BSCBAA Board of Directors established the improving the health of the Boykin Spaniel, to ing Therapy work with Jake and also 2014 Nominating Committee for the nomination strengthening its diverse hunting/working abili- Tracking. of candidates for the five Board of Director ties and to developing the best all-around family vacancies created by outgoing BSCBAA Board companion pet. Beth is a member of the Gordon Setter Members: Tina Hamrick, Carol Hill, Dan Kau- Club of American, the BSCBAA, the Great- Ginger is a past Board of Directors member and zlarich, Rose Leale and DeVon Ruth, we appreci- past BSCBAA Secretary and is presently serving er Columbia Obedience Club, the Dog ate their service to the club. The Nominees are Obedience Club of Greenville, the Clem- as a member of the BSCBAA Education & Stand- for the class of 2017, which means they will ard Committee and serves on several other son Kennel Club and has recently filed serve a 3-year term. Election of Board mem- BSCBAA Committees. She has been a Boykin paperwork to be a founding member of bers will be conducted in accordance with the the Carolina Irish Setter Club (under the Spaniel advocate and lover of the breed for 15 BSCBAA bylaws at its annual meeting in May years and has whelped and bred many litters parent club - Irish Setter Club of America). 2014. The BSCBAA closely follows the BSCBAA and has titled several Boykin Spaniels. Bylaws on file with the state of South Caroli- When Beth is not spending time with her na. We continue to be recognized by the South She is a Bachelors graduate of Texas A&M Uni- dogs, she works at Clemson University as Carolina Secretary of State as a non-profit cor- versity. Early in her career, she was the head an attorney, she also enjoys running and poration in good standing. In accordance with swimming & diving coach of the University of entering various road races up the 1/2 the Bylaws, additional nominations of the eligi- Houston. After 11 years of coaching, she dove marathon level, and has found that Jake is ble members may be made by written petition into real estate. She has been a part of the a always willing and relentless training addressed to the BSCBAA Secretary, Roslin Better Homes & Garden – Gary Greene Real companion :) Copeland, PO Box 781, Cypress, TX 77410 on or Estate Company for the past 11 years. In her before 15 days after this publication of The spare time, she enjoys all things with her Boykin As a member of the BSCBAA Board, Beth Boykin Spaniel Standard. Additional nomina- Spaniels - swimming, handling, bird hunting. would like to support and encourage tions must include a written acceptance from growth in the Club membership with peo- As a board member of the BSCBAA, Ginger will the nominee asserting their willingness to serve, ple who may not be aware of the Club and work hard to continue growth with the Parent and should include a self-written resume of its support of the Breed. She has a strong Club’s membership; will continue advocating for background/qualifications to be included with interest in continuing to establish the the participation of Boykin Spaniel in various the ballots. If no valid additional nominees are Parent Club and when appropriate would AKC events and will continue educating many received by the secretary on or before 15 days like to see a stand alone Boykin National about the versatility of the Boykin Spaniel after this publication of The Boykin Spaniel Specialty event, regional clubs formed so Breed. Standard, the nominating committee's slate as to continue the growth of supported shall be declared elected at the time of the an- Beth Crocker, Columbia, SC entries and events, and continued devel- nual meeting and no further balloting will be opment of information and resources required. If one or more additional nominees Anne "Beth" Crocker is available to Boykin Spaniel owners and are received by the secretary on or before 15 currently located in Cen- fanciers that encourage the well rounded, days after this publication of The Boykin Spaniel tral, SC just outside of versatility of this great little brown Standard, the secretary will in accordance with Clemson University. Beth hunting dog and companion. the bylaws mail ballots for voting, return mail- currently owns Jake, a 5 ing, opening and counting at the annual year old Boykin Spaniel William Howard, DVM meeting. The mailed ballots will include a copy and her frequent companion to various events of each candidate's half page resume. and competitions, including AKC hunt test, UKC William (Bill) Howard retriever tests, Rally, Obedience and confor- DVM lives in Gladewat- The 2014 Nominating Committee is Greg mation. They are also often accompanied by er, Texas and graduated Copeland Chair, Ginger Hurley, Beth Crocker Madison, the Gordon Setter. from Texas A&M Univer- with alternates Dan Kauzlarich and Sheila sity in 1973. He is a vet- Norckauer. The Nominating Committee is erinarian and has been pleased to present the following slate of nomi- Beth has been actively involved in the Greater practicing for over 41 nees for the five Board vacancies created by Columbia Obedience Club as a Rally instructor years. His practice is outgoing BSCBAA Board Members: for a number of years and enjoys working with currently in Longview, Texas. Howard’s new, as well as advanced, dog and handler longtime wife is Jan and they have two Nominees for the 2017 Class are: teams learning the sport of Rally. daughters and four grandchildren. Bill is Ginger Hurley –TX, Beth Crocker – SC, William serving as the chair of the BSCBAA Health Howard, DVM – TX, Alanna Ramirez – WA, and She is actively showing Jake at the AKC Senior & Genetics Committee and will regularly Joshua Simmons – OK. Hunter level, UKC Started level, Rally RAE level be writing articles in The Boykin Spaniel and Obedience Pre-Novice level, in addition to Standard concerning health issues and Ginger Hurley, Houston, Texas working towards his AKC Championship. Beth research. supports and actively campaigns Jake as a well- Ginger owns, breeds and rounded and versatile example of the Boykin Dixie, his Boykin spaniel and companion is raises several Boykin Span- Spaniel breed. Beth and Jake are frequently almost 5 years old. Dixie has grown into a iels. Her Boykins have par- approached and spend time talking with all great hunter and they hunt anything that ticipated in conformation, sorts of people about the qualities of the breed, flies. Dixie is an exceptional dog that has hunt test, therapy, agility its status as the State Dog of South Carolina, the been awarded her WDX by the BSCBAA. and many hunting events. importance of health inquiries when choosing a Bill thinks very highly of Dixie and plans to She loves to handle her own puppy and the overall benefits of being a re- breed her in the very near future. Bill sees dogs in the ring. As a breeder, she is devoted to sponsible pet owner and companion of the The Boykin Spaniel Standard © 2014 The Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America, Inc. ISSUE 12 January, 2014 7 NOMINEES CONTINUED many different breeds of dogs on a daily basis to lots of dog friendly restaurants, bars and and he chose the Boykin Spaniel as his personal cafés. hunting dog for their overall versatility, size, Alanna works in the IT field where she started in heart to hunt and their reputation for great 1987. Her resume has a mix of local govern- companionship. Bill thinks keeping the “hunt” ment, packaging industry and commercial expe- in the breed is very important. rience. Alanna when not working in the IT field Bill, as a BSCBAA Board Member will continue likes to cook, read, watch movies and frequently his support of the Boykin Spaniel Breed through enjoys taking the dogs on new outdoor adven- his knowledge as a veterinarian to promote the tures. Alanna’s spirit and enthusiasm for the health and genetics of the breed. breed has led her to this great opportunity as a BSCBAA Board Member. She accepts this important service and is dedicated to furthering Rose hunting with owner Michle Machala Alanna Ramirez, Seattle, WA the breed’s notoriety.

Alanna and her husband Joshua Simmons, Broken Arrow, OK Michael live in a suburb of Seattle with their two Joshua resides in Broken Arrow, Boykin Spaniels, Stella and Lucy. Alanna’s introduction Oklahoma and to the breed was in 2000, presently works as she resided in Florida and an Environmental, Michael was in Atlanta when she and Michael Health and Safety began dating. Michael's Boykin Java was loving, Manager for a intelligent, protective and above all total water Natural Gas Pipe- dog. Lake, puddle or pool, it didn’t matter to line Company out of Tulsa, Ok. He has been Java, she loved to play or swim in the water. working in the EH&S field for over 10 years. He Alanna fell completely in love with the breed. is a Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified While, Michael found himself traveling to the Safety Professional. Joshua received his Master West Coast every week with his IT job, Alanna of Science of Public Health Degree from Hudson at Christmas—Kaylyn Dodson was able to relocate to Atlanta and help with Tulane’s School of Public Health and Tropical taking care of Java. During the week, Alanna Medicine in New Orleans, LA. He has served in and Java were at the park every afternoon in the Army National Guard for 12 years with one Roswell, Georgia and on the weekend, hours tour in Iraq as the company commander in an were spent at Lake Lanier where Java would Engineer Battalion from Arkansas. swim chasing her ball or toy. She loved their Joshua is an avid hunter and loves working with 1994 Jeep Wrangler, strapped into the back hunting dogs. He has been working hunting with her goggles on as the wind blew in her face dogs for over 35 years. He grew up with Britta- and her ears flopping; she loved to ride! ny Spaniels and Llewellyn Setters. In 1997 he fell Michael was offered a job in Seattle that could in love with Duck hunting and 1999 purchased not be passed up. In February 2007, Alanna, his first Golden out of the Sun Golden line. He Michael and Java drove across country in three met his first Boykin in 2008, and fell in love im- days. Java was outstanding travel companion mediately and knew he had to have one. He and enjoyed every place; especially in Billings, purchased Ruby, his first Boykin Spaniel and Montana where the snow was deep and fresh. hasn’t looked back since. Ruby working—owner Joshua Simmons In January of 2012, their beloved Java had con- Joshua is honored to accept the nomination of tracted cancer at age 14 and was laid to rest. BSCBAA Board member and hopes to bring his For the next several months, they came to experience and knowledge of hunting dogs to peace about their loss and decided they could- help promote the Boykin Spaniel and to main- n’t live without a Boykin Spaniel as their com- tain the intended hunting instinct in the breed. panion. So, they decided it was time to bring another one into their lives. Michael and Alanna checked out the Boykin Spaniel Rescue and the AKC Parent Club’s website and decided on a breeder. They picked up Stella in 2013 and quickly decided they needed a second Boykin Spaniel, Lucy. Both girls are total rock stars at the park, at training days and at home. Alanna and Michael enjoy all of the outdoor living and dog friendly options that Seattle has to offer from all the hiking trails, to all the various parks, Hershey hunting—owner Tina Hamrick

The Boykin Spaniel Standard © 2014 The Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Shaq duck hunting near Stuttgart, AK in the flood- ISSUE 12 January, 2014 Association of America, Inc. ed timbers Jan 2014—Scott Stover 8 BOYKIN BRAGS 3 (3 qualifying scores in 3 runs), includ- BREEDER REFERRAL LIST ing two first place finishes and a sec-  GCH Texas Trace Yellow Rose CGC RN (owners: Michle Machala & Ginger Hurley) ond place finish. She is now competing

won the Best Opposite Sex at the 2013 Eu- in the Masters level (the top level) in

kanuba National Dog Show on December jumpers with weaves. On 11/16/2013, she completed her NA (Novice Agility) 14, 2013 in Orlando, Florida. The win was her second consecutive BOS at Eu- title at the Lone Star English Cocker

Spaniel Club agility trial in Crosby, TX. On 11/23/2013, she earned the Pat Watts first leg toward her OA (Open Agility) title at the Calcasieu Kennel Club agility Hollow Creek Kennels

trial in Lake Charles, LA. Maggie will Website: www.boykinsforever.com compete in several more agility trials in Phone: 803-532-0990 2014.  Buddy, who is registered as "Dovewood's Weber's Buddy" was featured on page 1 of the July 2013 kanuba. Rose and Michle Machala were issue of "the Boykin Spaniel Standard" also BOB in the first inaugural Owner Han- for his WD/WDX work. The extra brag dler Championship in Orlando on December on Buddy, is that he has received an 13, 2013. Rose & Michle recently won BOB "Excellent" on his OFA Hip certifica- and a rare Group 3 Placement in Rosenburg, tion! Owners Rick and Dana Weber are very proud of Buddy. Greg Copeland Texas Trace Kennels Website: www.texas-trace.com Phone: 979-826-3147

TX January 18 with Judge Dr. Bob G. Smith. Michle is so very proud of her girl! Michle &  Congratulations goes to CH Texas Trace Leslie Kern Rose want to also acknowledge all the One in a Million Angel (Millie) became Boykins showing those days, each one were a new Champion in the show ring Janu- Thornhill Kennels deserving of a win. Michle says “her Rose ary 18 in Rosenburg, TX owned by Gin- Phone: 843-509-1903 Email:[email protected] just gets better with age and Rose loves ger Hurley and Roslin Copeland, han-

showing, but she loves retrieving doves dled by Ginger Hurley exclusively in the even more!“ Rose is the perfect example of Bred-By Class. To see all details of the BSCBAA the versatility of Boykin Spaniels. Michle Breeder Directory Program go and her husband, James, were hunting one to our website at this link: http:// week after the Eukanuba wins. www.theboykinspanielclub.com/html/  Congratulations to Maggie (Texas Trace breeder_directory.html Magnolia NA AXJ owned by Jeff Engelmann), who has earned two more agility titles. On 10/27/2013, she completed her AXJ (Excellent Agility Jumper) at the Southeast The Boykin Spaniel Standard Texas Agility Club trial in Crosby, TX. In earn- ISSUE 12 January, 2014 ing her AXJ, Maggie impressively went 3 for

9 UPCOMING EVENTS  2014 Westminster Dates are rally, Best Amateur Own- scheduled for February 10 & er Handler, Junior Show- 11. Watch Boykins live on manship, and a 4-6 the internet on Feb. 11 Month Beginner Puppy 9:00am EST. For more infor- class. We need sponsors mation clickhttp:// for trophies, click on the www.westminsterkennelclub.org/ following link for availability Please click here

 The Boykin Spaniel Club and for more details. To submit pictures or brag on Breeders Association of your Boykin, contact us at America will hold the 3rd [email protected] Annual AKC Spaniel Hunt Test on March 1 & 2, 2014 To become involved with any Bill Scott Ranch 2160 Devils events or with any com- Backbone Rd, Batesburg/ mittees, please contact us at Leesville, SC 29070. The [email protected] BSCBAA is looking forward to another successful AKC Sponsor a friend to join the  Also, along with the Sup- Spaniel Hunt Test. We hope BSCBAA click here for an application. ported Entry, we are to see you there! Please planning our Annual click here for the premium. For Professional Oil Paintings Meeting to be held Fri- of your Boykin or family visit day, May 2 in Marshall, www.LyndaHughes.net or call TX. Details to come! We 832.755.7065 hope to see you all there!

 “Boogie Woogie” Boykins The BSCBAA is proud to an- nounce the SECOND Boykin Spaniel AKC Supported En-

try Dog Show with the Cad- do Kennel Club on May 3,  For additional infor- 2014. It will be held in Mar- mation on future AKC shall, Texas. Entries close events in conformation, Wednesday April 16, 2014 at agility, rally, obedience noon Pacific Time. In addi- or hunt test in your area tion to conformation, the visit AKC Website at show will offer obedience, http://www.akc.org/

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Boykin Spaniel Rescue AKC QUICK TIPS FOR DENTAL HEALTH

Helpful Tips Open Wide and Say Woof! AKC Family Dog Offers Tips on Improving Your Dog's Dental Health

Just as we care for our teeth daily, our dogs should be no different. Being proactive If you are interested in saving a will help prevent bad breath, gum disease, and oral infections. In honor of National Boykin, visit the Boykin Spaniel Res- Pet Dental Health Month, AKC Family Dog magazine offers the following important cue - link is below: tips for keeping your dog’s teeth and gums clean and healthy: www.boykinspanielrescue.org/ Daily brushings at home: Gently brushing your dog’s teeth and gum line daily helps to remove any plaque buildup. If you don’t brush your dog’s teeth regularly, the Or email [email protected] plaque mineralizes and forms hard tartar. Tartar becomes a spot for bacteria to col- lect, and the gum recedes from the tooth. If the depression around the tooth known as the sulcus deepens, it could re- sult in severe gum disease. Professional cleaning: Regular oral care and professional cleanings can also help keep your dog’s chompers clean. Your vet can provide a thorough cleaning and remove any tartar that regular brushings can’t. Dental toys: Chew toys can also help improve your dog’s dental health. Chewing on a nylon or rubber toy helps to scrape away buildup on your dog’s teeth. Warning signs: You should take your dog to the vet if he has inflamed gums. It could be a sign of severe tooth problems. The most common sign of dental pain is lethargy. It’s important to regularly examine your dog’s teeth because untreat- ed oral infections could spread to the kidneys, heart, or liver. For lots more dog-related advice and entertainment check out the digital edition of AKC Family Dog magazine at: www.akc.org/pubs/index.cfm. For more information on responsible dog ownership, visit the AKC website at www.akc.org.

COMPANION & PERFORMANCE

Dog's Full Titled Name Sex Title Date Owner(s)

Nashville Minnie CDX RE MX MXJ NJP OF THD F NAJP 7/22/2012 Herber Norckauer, Jr

Isabella OA AXJ F AXJ 7/21/2012 Karen Gilliam

Kj Just Cinnamon And Spice MHR F MHR 7/28/2012 Kim Smith

J&L's Splendid Splinter SH M SH 7/28/2012 Bruce Warnimont

J&L's Northern Crown Crilla MH F MH 7/29/2012 Larry Hinchman & Jan Hinchman

Nashville Minnie CDX RE MX MXJ NAP NJP OF THD F NAP 8/3/2012 Herber Norckauer, Jr

Nashville Minnie CDX RE MX MXJ NAP OJP OF THD F OAJP 8/5/2012 Herber Norckauer, Jr

J&L's Scarlett Bandana SH F SH 8/31/2012 Norman Koshkarian & Carol Koshkarian

J&L's Imua Ke Koa JH F JH 9/9/2012 Kirk Brown & Ione Brown

Nashville Minnie CDX RE MX MXJ OAP OJP OF THD F OAP 10/5/2012 Herber Norckauer, Jr

Isabella AX AXJ F AXJ 10/20/2012 Karen Gilliam

Nashville Minnie CDX RE MX MXJ OAP AJP OF THD F AJP 11/2/2012 Herber Norckauer, Jr

Pocotaligo's Nama Karoo MH D MH 11/11/2012 Christina Gebhard & Kim Parkman

Pocotaligo's Sweet Georgia Brown JHR F JHR 11/18/2012 Gregg O Parker & Kim Parkman

Sir Barkley CD M CD 12/15/2012 Shaw Pylyay

Nashville Minnie CDX RE MX MXJ AXP AJP OF THD F AXP 12/29/2012 Herber Norckauer, Jr

CONFORMATION

Dog's Full Titled Name Sex Title Date Owner(s)

CH Texas Trace Yellow Rose F CH 7/15/2012 Michle Machala & Ginger Hurley

CH Pocotaligo's First Shot SH M CH 7/27/2012 Corey Buchanan & Kim Parkman

CH Hollow Creek's Texas Trace F CH 9/29/2012 Ginger Hurley & Patricia L Watts

GCH CH Texas Trace Yellow Rose F GCH 10/7/2012 Michle Machala & Ginger Hurley

CH Pocotaligo's Nama Karoo MH M CH 11/29/2012 Christina Gebhard & Kim Parkman

CH Texas Trace Destino's Cazadora F CH 12/1/2012 Ginger Hurley

CH Texas Trace Uvalde F CH 12/14/2012 GREG COPELAND & Michelle Copeland

GCH CH Hollow Creek's Texas Trace M GCH 12/15/2012 Ginger Hurley & Patricia L Watts

END OF 2012 ARE LISTED ABOVE AND 2013 TITLES ARE PUBLISHED ON NEXT PAGE THROUGH TO JULY AND WE WILL CONTINUE TO PUBLISH ALL TITLES THROUGH TO PRESENT DATE

13 AKC BOYKIN SPANIEL TITLES 2013 AUGUST THROUGH NOVEMBER

COMPANION & PERFORMANCE Dog's Full Titled Name Sex Title Date Owner(s) Brandywines Bonded Ivan At J&L JHR M JHR 7/27/2013 Larry Hinchman J&L's Johnyy CGC M CGC 8/2/2013 John Eichelberg Sunseeker Too Hot Too Handle CD RN M CDX 8/17/2013 Tracey Serpi & Gina Plott Top Gun Lightning Strikes First RN M RN 8/17/2013 Barbara Bobrowich & Jacquelin De Angelo & Susan M Jonis Strader's Cinnabon CGC M CGC 9/7/2013 John Strader Top Gun Lightning Strikes First RN JHR M JHR 9/8/2013 Barbara Bobrowich & Jacquelin De Angelo & Susan M Jonis J & L's Elk View Trigger SH CGC M CGC 9/14/2013 Bruce Warnimont J&L's Charlie Mae Super Cooper CGC M CGC 9/14/2013 James Fulkerson & Dawn Fulkerson J&L's Imua Ke Koa JH CGC M CGC 9/14/2013 Kirk Brown & Ione Brown J&L's Kona Waves Wyatt CGC M CGC 9/14/2013 Lyne Rabern J&L's Lasting Legacy Of Faith CGC F CGC 9/14/2013 Lyne Rabern Pocotaligo's Fire Starter JH M JH 9/22/2013 Christina Gebhard & Kim Parkman Pocotaligo's Go Big Red JH M JH 9/22/2013 Brian Schmidt & Kim Parkman Top Gun Lightning Strikes First RN JH JHR M JH 9/22/2013 Barbara Bobrowich & Jacquelin De Angelo & Susan M Jonis Texas Trace Magnolia OAJ F OA 9/22/2013 Jeffrey M Engelmann Larry's Copper Penney CDX BN GN GO RE NAP NJP CGC F CGC 10/3/2013 Lawrence Lynch CH Texas Trace Destino's Cazadora CGC F CGC 10/5/2013 Ginger Hurley & Roslin Copeland Savannah River's Brown Gator CD BN M CDX 10/6/2013 Luther Davis Evans III CH Carolina's Cocoa Channel RN SH JHR F JHR 10/11/2013 Jacquelin De Angelo Second Chance Dakota CD BN F CDX 10/13/2013 Sarah Nicholson Larry's Copper Penney CDX BN GN GO VER RE NAP NJP F VER 10/13/2013 Lawrence Lynch GCH CH Thornhill's Sula Of Heronwyck JHR F JHR 10/13/2013 Leslie Kern Cgf Archer JH M JH 10/20/2013 Ken Karsten J&L's Gunsmoke Onda Wadder JH M JH 10/20/2013 Jason Olson & Kathy Olson J&L's Imua Ke Koa SH CGC M SHR 10/20/2013 Kirk Brown & Ione Brown Wrecker's Texas Hold-Em JHR M JHR 10/25/2013 Cindy Skinner-Siegelman Texas Trace Magnolia AXJ F AXJ 10/27/2013 Jeffrey M Engelmann CH Top Gun Keeping Faith JH F JH 10/27/2013 Jacquelin De Angelo Mousse's Hollyhock NAJ F NAJ 11/1/2013 David Alexander & Arlene Alexander GCH CH Thornhills Carolina Scribe Jake JH M JH 11/3/2013 Leslie Kern GCH CH Pocotaligo's Nama Karoo MH JHR M JHR 11/3/2013 Christina Gebhard & Kim Parkman Show-Me Jeb Stuart JHR M JHR 11/16/2013 Donald Thompson Texas Trace Magnolia NA AXJ F NA 11/16/2013 Jeffrey M Engelmann Savannah River's Brown Gator CD BN JHR M JHR 11/17/2013 Luther Davis Evans III Brandywines Pickin' N Grinnin' RN JHR M RN 11/24/2013 Sandy Czarnowski & Bob Czarnowski

CONFORMATION Dog's Full Titled Name Sex Title Date Owner(s) CH Top Gun Keeping Faith F CH 8/7/2013 Jacquelin De Angelo CH Top Gun Lone Wolf M CH 8/8/2013 ROGER BAEBLER & Jacquelin De Angelo GCH CH Thornhill's Sula Of Heronwyck F GCH 8/23/2013 Leslie Kern CH Larley's Lady Pamela Nadine F CH 11/30/2013 John A Mayo & Paisley Stevens Knudsen CH Larley's Nothing But the Truth M CH 11/30/2013 Paisley Stevens Knudsen & Jane Sexton 2013 TITLES ARE PUBLISHED ABOVE THROUGH TO NOVEMBER AND WE WILL The Boykin Spaniel Standard CONTINUE TO PUBLISH ALL TITLES THROUGH TO PRESENT DATE ISSUE 12 January, 2014 © 2014 The Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America, Inc. 14

Inde in wintery weather Give your Boykin a hug today! Their lives are too short lived. Make sure to do your health checks and read our health education website page for additional information.

Obedience and Rally Regulation Changes

Event Bulletin: Obedience and Rally Regulation Changes

The AKC Board VOTED to amend five sections of the Obedience Regulations and one section of the AKC Rally® Regu- lations to make the events more enjoyable.

These changes are effective January 1, 2014; please share this information with your Obedience/Rally Trial Chair- men and Trial Secretaries/Superintendents.

In summary the changes (underlined below) are:

Allow premium lists to measure not less than 5½ x 8½ inches up to 8½ x 11 inches. (Obedience Regulations Chapter 1, Section 3)

Require clubs to refund the entry fee for females in season. A processing fee may be retained by the club. (Obedience Regulations Chapter 1, Section 14)

Allow clubs, at their option, to establish a wait list to fill openings created by entries that are withdrawn prior to the event closing date. (Obedience Regulations Chapter 1, Section 27)

Allow dogs to be picked up by their handlers when they are called back into the ring for the awards ceremony. (Obedience Regulations Chapter 2, Sections 11 & 22)

Allow rally ring sizes to be determined by square footage (2,000 to 3,000 square feet, with a minimum width of 30 feet). This will provide clubs flexibility in determining the location of their rally trial, perhaps allowing them to lower their cost. While the square footage area listed above is the minimum size allowed, a 40’ x 50’ or 50’ x 60’ ring size is ideal for rally. (Rally Regulations Chapter 2, Section 1)

Obedience Regulations — Chapter 1, Section 3 Section 3. Premium Lists/Entries. A premium list must be provided for sanctioned "A", licensed or member trials. The premium shall be printed and shall measure not less than 5½ x 8½ inches or more than 8½ x 11 inches.

For more detail please click here.

© 2014 The Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America, Inc. 15 MY FIRST BOYKIN SPANIEL, DESIE by Roslin Copeland There's nothing like your first Boykin Spaniel! and she never wanted to stop.

My first was Bella’s Destiny. I have had many come through my home as rescues, training and breeding but there’s nothing like your first.

The photo below is the picture of Desie on her last car ride in route to the vet.

Desie lived to 14 years of age. As evidenced by gray- haired face, cataract-glazed eyes and tired look from arthritic bones, she lived a great fulfilling long life, a “hell of a life”. She was a wonderful friend, companion Desie earned her weight pull title. I will never forget our and an awesome hunter. She had a tremendous desire first show and the look on people's faces when we walked to live life to the fullest. She had a "never quit" attitude in with a 29 lb brown curly haired dog. You could hear the that thrived in the yard with bumpers, to the hunting snickers and feel the unwelcoming environment. She fields flushing and retrieving birds, to her final minutes quickly earned their respect and was the darling of the and breath of life. show. People were leaving the conformation ring to come catch a glimpse of the little brown dog that would never She was tenacious and determined to get the spoils no quit. There was a large cheering crowd as she pulled over st matter the size or the conditions. There are many tall 500 lbs and won 1 place in her division. tales to be told that will fill my heart for years to come. I will share just a few.

There was one dove season in south Texas where lots of doves flew by and Michelle, the shooter, missed a few birds. Desie was very patient at first but grew wea- ry of the misses. She finally could not hold back her dis- appointment and began voicing her opinion. At one point Michelle thought Desie was going to take the shotgun and shoot the birds herself. Desie did get to retrieve a few in the end. Another time was on a pheasant hunt where many doubted that the little brown Desie could hold a big bird let-a-lone retrieve a She was the pack leader and protector of all her tribe; she big one through the tall milo and rolling thick grass- possessed no fear as demonstrated by her fighting off cop- lands. I, of course, had problems walking through, but perheads, water moccasins, large possums and numerous Dez proved them wrong and met everyone's day's limit other creatures and humans who meant harm to her or her tribe. She would not hesitate to protect with her life.

Continued on next page 16 My First Boykin Spaniel, Desie continued Once she jumped in between one of her young and a Look here and see at 9 weeks old, the 5th generation has copperhead. She fought and flung the snake until it was Desie’s retrieving ability. killed. She was bit in several places and lost a portion of her tongue that night and to her last days had difficulty drinking water with half a tongue.

She touched many lives along the way. She became an unknowingly great therapist, laughed with many during troubled times, consoled some during depressing times, licked with her half tongue and loved like a good friend. All kidding aside, she knew she was great! Ginger can attest to Desie’s therapy methods as she became her good listening buddy during trying times.

It would be regretful if I failed to mention her greatest ability. She was Houdini, the Boykin Spaniel. She could escape out of anywhere or anything. If you thought there was no way, well guess what, there was always a way. It was truly amazing and at one point, I thought we should go on a circus run to show off her talent.

As good as she was with hunting, Houdini escapes, loy- alty, attitude, physical strength and therapy she lacked with conformation. She however was a great Mom and DESIE BEING MAJESTIC! has thrown off not only great hunting dogs but excellent conformational show ring champions and grand champions over four generations and counting. I see a little of Desie in all her prodigy, but there will never again be a Desie, my first Boykin.

It was fitting that Greg, my brother who introduced me to Boykins and who led me to Desie was there as we lay Bella’s Destiny her to rest at the Texas Trace Ranch. I said a few last May 2, 1999 – December 23, 2013 words to my ole buddy and teared up; Ginger cried and Greg read some wonderful words and released quail to the skies for her to chase. She has peacefully passed on and no longer has pain. She has produced her 5th generation and I’m sure many to come as her legacy lives on.

© 2014 The Boykin Spaniel Club and Breeders Association of America, Inc. 17 GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND SEVERAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATES REMINDERS  UPDATE: Washington State: House Committee to VOTE on Prohibiting BSL Remember to renew your BSCBAA Tuesday, January 28, 2014 membership. In coming months, UPDATE: If you have not already called or emailed the House Judiciary Committee the BSCBAA will be supporting members in support of House Bill 2117, please do so. The committee will take a hunt test and supported entries vote in executive session on Thursday morning. This is an excellent opportunity for get involved and volunteer! Also, the American Kennel Club to support a positive measure for responsible dog own- don’t forget to make your voice ers. heard on any AKC Government Re-

On Tuesday, January 16th the Washington State House Judiciary Committee heard lations Issues by emailing testimony on House Bill 2117, which would amend the state’s dangerous dog law [email protected]. and prohibit local governments from banning possession of a particular breed or Enter your Boykin in an AKC event: declaring a specific breed of dog to be dangerous or potentially dangerous. conformation, obedience, hunt

Please support responsible dog owners and breeders of all breeds by asking your test, agility, rally or tracking— legislators to approve this legislation. check them out www.akc.org and check out our website page for ad- What You Can Do: ditional upcoming Events.

Send a comment to the members of the Judiciary Committee in support of this leg- Remember enjoy your little brown islation. You can fill out a form online by clicking here. dog, the Boykin Spaniel! Email or call the members of the House Judiciary Committee individually and ask them to support HB 2117. The Boykin Spaniel Standard ISSUE 12 January, 2014 Contact your representative and ask him or her to support responsible dog owners by supporting HB 2117.  NY Assembly Approves Debarking Ban Friday, January 24, 2014 The New York Assembly voted to approve a state ban on debarking. The bill now We are proud to be apart of the goes to the Senate Agriculture Committee. In 2013, an identical bill passed the As- Purina Pro Plan Club. Please send sembly but was held by the Senate Agriculture Committee. in your weight circles. It’s $ for the It is imperative that New York residents and those who participate in dog events in Club! the state contact the committee TODAY and ask them to once again oppose Assem- bly Bill 1204.

The AKC opposes this bill, which would restrict the rights of responsible dog owners Club Address: to make viable, safe decisions on behalf of their pets in conjunction with their vet- PO BOX 42 erinarians. GILBERT, SC, 29054 There is much misinformation about the veterinary surgical procedure of debarking. Debarking is a viable veterinary procedure that may allow a dog owner to keep Membership Address: a dog in its loving home rather than to be forced to euthanize or surrender it to a PO BOX 781 shelter when the pet's noisy behavior continually disrupts the community. Cypress, TX 77410

Debarking should only be performed under anesthesia by a qualified veterinarian Club Email: after behavioral medication efforts to correct a dog’s excessive barking have failed. [email protected] As with other veterinary medical decisions, the decision to debark a dog is best left to individual owners and their veterinarians. Newsletter Email: [email protected]

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