In This Issue: July 2020 Show Information...... p.8 Getting To Know Laurent Cockers...... p.12 Nosework...... p.17 Legislative Alerts...... p.19 ASC Health & Rescue Foundation...... p.22 Therapy Dog Teams...... p.24

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BOARD MEMBERS, 2020-2022

President Director, Class of 2023 Diane Kepley Jeff Wright [email protected] [email protected]

First Vice-President Director, Zone I Anthony Stallard Stacy Dobmeier [email protected] [email protected]

Second Vice-President Alternate Director, Zone I Kathleen Brock Heidi Armour [email protected] [email protected]

Secretary Director, Zone II Kathleen L. Patterson Dale Ward P.O. Box 4194 [email protected] Frankfort, KY 40604-4194 502-875-4489 V Alternate Director, Zone II 866-243-1068 F Karin Linde Klerholm [email protected] [email protected]

Treasurer Director, Zone III Beth Williams Laura Heidrich [email protected] [email protected]

Assistant Treasurer Alternate Director, Zone III Kevin Carter Lisa Arnett [email protected] [email protected]

Director, Class of 2022 Director, Zone IV James Davis Stephanie Kaul [email protected] [email protected]

Director, Class of 2022 Alternate Director, Zone IV Linda Pitts Mariecel Torres-Young [email protected] [email protected]

Director, Class of 2022 Director, Zone V Vivian Hudson Deann Jepson [email protected] [email protected]

Director, Class of 2023 Alternate Director, Zone V Linda Bennett Beth Moore [email protected] [email protected]

Director, Class of 2023 Laurie Foley [email protected] Effective January 2020

Copyright 2020, American Spaniel Club, Inc. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission President’s Message By DIANE KEPLEY, ASC President

CHRISTMAS PLANNED FOR JULY 2021!

2020 has turned into a year of uncertainty for all of us decided our breeder members should not lose out on as we deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, with disrup- the opportunity to present their Futurity puppies to the tions to our lives and to the dog show culture we all care fancy, and so the Board has voted to hold a combined so much about. Futurity in January at the 2021 ASC Flushing Spaniel Show which would include both the July 2020 Futurity What many of us have learned during these trying eligible puppies and the January 2021 Futurity eligible times is the importance of community and of sharing our puppies. experiences with one another. The decision to postpone the National was not an easy Among the more heartwarming things I have seen in one to make, but the Board believes their decision was recent months is the way in which many have reached in the best financial interest of the club and in the best out through social media to stay in touch, learn more interest of all of our members who may have wanted to about our breed, and share ideas about the way forward. attend. While we all may not agree on the solutions or the restrictions that have been imposed, there is a common- I often say that in all of our club’s effort, volunteers ality in that all of us want to remain connected as we are our most important asset. The ASC cannot function deal with these uncertain times. without them. And it is volunteers who do the heavy lifting required to plan and host our National Specialty, The American Spaniel Club finds itself in the same Flushing Spaniel Show and Agility trials. I want to per- position as many other clubs. The venue we have all sonally thank all of those involved in planning all of enjoyed for several years as the location for our National these events each year. Specialty, Agility trials and other annual events, Purina Farms, will not be available to us in July and will remain Also important to the club’s efforts are our sponsors. closed at least through the end of August. Purina’s sponsorship of the Futurity at the National Specialty provides us financial support for our show, That decision by Purina immediately prompted an and the Board is looking into ways of further boosting in-depth discussion by the ASC Board of the options sponsorships for our major events. A new sponsorship available to us if we chose to hold the show later in the package is being developed by the Board and will be year at another venue. The Board made the difficult deci- promoted in the coming months. sion to postpone the 2020 National until next July. The show will be held as originally planned at Purina Farms I would also like to personally thank all of those peo- with the theme “Christmas in July” hosted by Zone 2. ple and organizations who are Bulletin advertisers and The Zone 1 show planned for 2021 is being moved to subscribers, as well as the contributors who provide 2022. the content which makes the Bulletin such a quality publication. You are all greatly appreciated. The Bulletin We’ll have more details on the show in the months is a wonderful archive of our breed, made all the more ahead. Hopefully by next July we will all be able to cel- special because of all of those who are an integral part ebrate our wonderful breed together. of its publication. The discussion on postponing the National also led Until we can see each other in person—stay safe and the Board to look for a way to be able to celebrate the share the love of your dogs in any way you can. puppies bred by ASC members in the Futurity. The Board

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Treasurer’s Report JUNE 2020 Submitted by BETH WILLIAMS, ASC TREASURER

Fellow Members, Unrestricted Funds Here I have provided a Regions Bank...... $55,262.27 report of the 2020 Annual Fidelity ‘Cash Surplus’ account...... $23,516.41 Flushing Show. The last column of the chart below Total Unrestricted Funds...... $78,778.68 compares line items from Restricted Funds...... $123,167.64 2020 and 2019. You can see areas in which less was ANNUAL FLUSHING 2020 2020 Comparison earned, less was spent, SHOW 2020 Revenue Expenses 2020 vs. 2019 more was earned, etc. The participation and support AKC TV $1,000.00 — — of all of our members and Candid Photo License $300.00 — $400 less earned exhibitors makes a huge Catalog Ads $453.00 — $5 more earned difference. Catalog Sales $3,300.00 — $805 less earned I have also summarized Flowers — $437.00 $62 more spent our current finances. Be reminded that ‘Restricted Football Squares $1,000.00 — $500 more earned Funds’ are those invested Foy Trent $5,337.00 — $513 less earned in Fidelity accounts, the Futurity $180.00 $270.00 — interest on which pays for Perpetual Memorial Insurance $600.00 no change Trophies (for which we are Judge’s Education $1,100.00 $237.00 $520 more net earned taxed). Our ‘Unrestricted Judge’s Expenses — $3,281.00 $1,567 less spent Funds’ include our check- ing account with Regions Judge’s Hospitality — $60.00 $20 less spent Bank and a surplus cash KCC investment account with Convention Services — $26,885.00 $2,354 more spent Fidelity. Food & Beverage $3,300.00 $5,571.00 $2,544 less spent If you have any ques- Holiday Inn¹ $3,350.00 $4,643.00 $1,373 more spent tions or concerns, the best way to contact me is Raffle $1,661.00 — $556 more earned via e-mail: asc.treasurer. Rentals — $5,058.00 $142 less spent [email protected]. Seating $3,780.00 — $270 less earned Silent Auction $675.00 — $580 less earned Sponsor Seating $4,250.00 $576.00 $774 more net earned Tack Room $10,330.00 $335.00 $934 less net earned Trophies² $9,114.00 $7,811.00 no change Vendors $1,300.00 — $180 less earned TOTALS $50,430.00 $55,764.00

Net Loss 2020 Net Loss 2019 ($5,334.00) ($5,643.88) ¹ Projected rebate amount. ² Donations include trophies & rosettes; rosettes are included in the superintendent’s invoice, not the “trophy expense” line item above.

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POSTPONED TO JULY 2021

TEMPORARY FUTURITY CHANGES By JOAN STALLARD, ASC Futurity Chair

With the postponement of the July 2020 National culty in completing the required Futurity Hip and Eye Specialty Show and the lack of availability for completing checks within 1 year of the date of breeding. Many required health checks, the following has been approved members count on clinics at dog shows to complete eye by the ASC Board of Directors to address Futurity Issues: exams. Since the dog shows have been suspended since March, these clinics have not been held. The current July 2020 Futurity Puppies Futurity Rules require the required health tests to be sub- mitted as part of the Dam nomination process. To assist The Puppies eligible for the July 2020 Futurity will be those members while maintaining the health integrity of able to be shown in a Futurity to be held in Knoxville the Futurity (no puppy will be eligible to be shown that at the 2021 Flushing Spaniel Show. The puppy enroll- is not the offspring of health tested parents) the following ment for this show will be open until November 1, temporary changes to the rules are adopted: 2020 for normal enrollment and December 1, 2020 for a late enrollment. The July 2020 eligible puppies would For the January 2021 Futurity and July 2021 only, complete in a Senior Futurity at Knoxville. The puppies while the goal would be to complete all required health normally competing in the Futurity in January 2021 will testing prior to the date of breeding, Dam Nominations be competing in a separate Junior Futurity also held in may be submitted without required proof of health test- Knoxville. The same Judge (Jan 2021 Judge) will judge ing for the sire and/or dam. All other requirements such both the Junior and Senior Futurities. The distributions as sire and dam age and ASC Full Membership must of funds to the winners will be based on the nominations be met. These dam nominations will be accepted but (dam and puppy) for each Futurity separately. will be noted as incomplete pending receipt of required testing documents for both the Sire and/or the Dam. Health Testing Prior to Dam Nomination The required documents must be received no later than Based on lockdowns and restrictions on vet services the puppy nomination. No puppy will be eligible to be due to Covid19, some members are experiencing diffi- shown in either Futurity unless all requirements includ- ing health testing of the sire and dam are met.

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By KARIN LINDE KLERHOLM Getting to Know L a u r e n t C o c k e r s i n i ll i n o i s ~ l a u r a h e i d r i c h ~ When and how did you get involved in Cockers? also had a few partis beginning with Ch. JCT n Laurent’s Never Say Never (Katie)—sired by Ch. Tagalong’s Macho I showed Hunters (horses) from my teens through my Man, whose movement took my breath away! thirties. One of my clients had a little black cocker that I thought was adorable. I ended up getting a pet black When did you start showing your dogs? cocker girl in 1987, and my kids named her Spooky. She was so wonderful that I wanted to know more about I started out trying to show my own dogs and did OK, them and went to a puppy match. I bought my founda- but I wanted to learn more and finish a few with which tion bitch, Laurent’s Just I was not having as much Peachy Keen after that in success. I went to Kyle 1988 and started showing Robinson, and I learned her, but she was so spoiled SOOOO much! I worked my (or smart!) that she didn’t tail off, starting with the want to show. National in Atlanta. I was so tired when I came home I bought a black male, that my husband was con- Ch. Spandania Laurent cerned. I told him that hav- Black Tie (Jordan), and ing a baby was easier and I did better training and that handlers earned every showing him. I bred Peach penny that they charged!!! to Ch. Fanny Hill’s Darling LaBamba. I had a wine and I had asked Kyle to show cheese party with my men- Jordan at the Skyline CC tors, Darlene Mattas and show shortly before the Patty Volz, and we decided National that year, and she won the Sweepstakes with that the whole litter could The foundation bitch for Laurent Cockers: him! I also won a 5-point have been shown. I have Laurent’s Just Peachy Keen

Ch. Spandania Laurent Black Tie One of the few partis at Laurent Cockers: Ch. JCT n Laurent’s Never Say Never

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Laura’s first homebred bitch: Ch. Laurent’s Letterperfect (Webster) Ch. Laurent’s Wheel of Fortune (Ms. Vanna) winning at the International KC of Chicago major that day with my first home-bred bitch, Ch. to my mentors, watched, studied pedigrees, and asked Laurent’s Wheel of Fortune (Vanna.) Vanna was a everyone’s advice. My first litter—by Ch Fanny Hill’s spectacular mover. Beth Speich found her that day in a Darling LaBamba x Laurent Just Peachy Keen—was so HUGE entry. I had her in Bred-By and I’ll never forget good I did it twice. The first litter produced my first her walking down the line in Winners Bitch, stopping home-bred girl Vanna and several more nice puppies, in front of Vanna and saying, “beautiful, beautiful.” Still and the second litter produced Ch. Laurent’s Letterperfect gives me chills! (Webster), and Ch. Laurent Dan Rich Delight.

The hardest part of showing my own dogs though was Which do you favor: line-breeding or outcrosses? being able to get away to the shows while raising my Why? three sons who were 8, 6, and 3 at the time. I see a reason for both. First, you should only line- Were you ever involved in other activities breed on old, clear, healthy dogs that have excellent with your dogs besides conformation? temperaments and something that you want to keep or improve upon. Outcrosses are important to add certain I never did any performance myself with my dogs. I things. An old thoroughbred conformation breeder, Sallie never really had the time but several of my dogs have Jones Sexton, said that her approach to breeding was to done quite well in Obedience, Tracking, and Agility with be brutally honest with oneself or the mare owner and their owners: notably Ch. Laurent’s By Loved Possessed to determine what the 3 things you wanted to improve UDX2 NA NAJ, CT; Miss Liberty Makesussohappy VCD3 on the mare were and breed to a sire that was strong in MXP MJP; GCH Laurent’s Foxhill Lights Out BN CGC RN those 3 things or produced strongly in those 3 things and, RI RA RE OA XF; Ch. Laurent’s Show Off CGC BN CD if there were more than 3 things, buy another mare! I still RN RI RA; Laurent’s Enchanted Francesca CGC BN CD follow her advice to this day. Also, after I outcross, I will RAE NAJ NF OF OAJ OA XF; and Ch. Laurent & Oaktree go back to a line-breeding. One Fine Day CGC RN RI BN. Many cockers that began as Laurent puppies have become therapy dogs as well. What health-tests do you do on your dogs?

How did you start out with your breeding I do eyes and hips and have started doing PRA. I know program under the Laurent prefix? if their knees are OK. I have not done much in the way of thyroid testing except in partis. As I said before, my mentors were Darlene Mattas, Darling Cockers; Patty Volz, Dan Rich Cockers; Kyle In your own mind, what are the most important Robinson, an all-breed handler friend; George Huffman; features of a good stud dog/brood bitch? and ongoing Genea Jones, Suzzie Bambule, and many more of my peers and breed judges who I learn so much I think that type is very important. That being said, from every day! As far as breeding stock goes, I listened what is most lacking in our breed is correct front con- continued > 14

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN | JUNE 2020 | 13 | > GETTING TO KNOW struction and layback of shoulder. I also like to see a higher as youngsters and not so much later on. It’s most good neck and a shortish, strong back with a moderate of the time a tighter tendon, not rear construction. To me slope and nice tailset. Outline is important. It should be it’s a tie breaker. There are several things I have a hard unmistakably a cocker spaniel. time forgiving: straight fronts, poor movement, and a bad temperament. Would you re-do a combination if you got excellent results in the first litter? Do you keep any stud-dogs at home or have they been managed by handlers/agents? Yes, and I have several times. My first litter was repeat- ed. I also bred to Ch. Ashwood’s Thrilling Opportunity I have all my boys here as I am fortunate to have a three times with one bitch. He had what she needed and Kennel here on my property that allows me to do com- vice versa! I think I bred to Ryan more than Genea did! mercial grooms and limited boarding as well. I just recently repeated a breeding, too. Did you work together with other Picking puppies—what do you breeders and co-bred litters? consider the best way to do it? I have co-bred litters many, many times—most of I generally try not to stack and evaluate until the pup- them good. If I am fair and honest, and so are they, it pies are 8–9 weeks. Around that age, I try to meet up can work out to everyone’s best interest. Spell out expec- with Genea either at a show or at a parking lot halfway tations ahead of time, know what you want from each between our homes. We call it the “Pet Parade.” We breeding, and don’t be greedy. If you are unsure, write stack, move them on a lead, brainstorm, point out the it down, and don’t do anything unless it feels right—that strengths and weaknesses of the puppies and either keep way there are less hard feelings. And realize that friend- to re-evaluate at a later date or put in the “Pet Pile.” We ships mean more then wins. Remember that! have saved many dogs from each other’s pet piles. In your own mind, what was the best Generally, you have a pretty good idea about the great dog/bitch that you have ever bred, and why? ones right away. Some puppies have a bad day or we will see something in them that requires a second look Wow, can’t even say that for sure. I don’t think there at a different time. Sometimes we are not totally clear on are any perfect dogs, so there is always something I them until their bites come in. I also almost ALWAYS would change about every dog. Several that I thought keep the 2 or 3 best until their bites are in. Nothing worse were close were Ch. Laurent’s Perfect Gentleman; his than deciding too early and regretting that you let the sister, Ch. Laurent’s Practically Perfect; Ch. Laurent’s best one go! Thrilled to Pieces; Ch. Laurent’s Family Man; Ch. Laurent’s Grand Opening; GCH Laurent Foxhill Secret What fault would be the easiest for Liaison; Ch. Laurent Ashwood Starquest Punchline; and you to forgive in a dog and what GCHB Laurent’s Pretty Portrait, of course. Peaches was would you have a hard time forgiving? an excellent producer and a great foundation. Carma’s Impeccable Reality was also a great producer and a great I could forgive a somewhat high tail. I cannot do a foundation in my blacks. I think I have bred approxi- tail over the back but some puppies will carry their tails mately 175+ champions to date, give or take a few. continued > 16

Juole’s Jem Cocker Spaniels Specializing in Parti Cockers and riannon ASCOBs with occasional Blacks SAM & WILMA PARKER JUDY GABBARD 8173 Red Mill Dr. (501) 773-0541 • Arkansas, West Chester, OH 45069-1718 USA Phone 513-759-0329 [email protected] www.juolesjemscockers.com

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Ch. Laurent’s Perfect Gentleman Ch. Laurent’s Practically Perfect winning a Group 4 at Wheaton KC 1994 picking up the points at Lake Shore KC in 1993

LaMar Mathies finished Patty Darke doing the honors at Skyline CSC putting up Ch. Laurent’s Thrilled to Pieces 1999 at Steel City KC Ch. Laurent’s Grand Opening from BBE

GCH Laurent Foxhill Secret Liaison winning Select Bitch Laura’s b/t girl, Carma’s Impeccable Reality, under Laurent Pichard at the ASC 2015 was a great foundation in her blacks continued > 60

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN | JUNE 2020 | 15 | > GETTING TO KNOW Did you export any of your dogs abroad and breed to by being brutally honest about your own bitch. how did they influence the breed overseas? What breed Clubs have you been involved in? I have done very little exporting. The dogs I have exported went to breeders with great reputations or I have been a member of Skyline Cocker Club since someone that I met in person and who saw my dogs. I 1989. I am a life member of ASC, beginning in 1989. hope that they improved type and movement and great I belong to the Irish Setter Club of America and the front construction. American Pointer Club. I am currently president of Skyline CC and the Zone 3 Director on the ASC Board. Since you got involved in the breed, have you found that the breed has developed or changed over time— What is your fondest memory for good or bad? What do you think the future for the from within the “dog world?” breed will look like in regards to registrations, So many... specialty shows, etc.? ASC 2004, when my husband came with me to Wow, I think the depth of dogs to breed to has gone Spaniel Club for the first time. I brought two dogs, Ch. WAY down. Not enough breeders keep DOGS! Stud Laurent’s Family Man (Nicholas), and Laurent’s Perfect issues used to be huge—not just a few dogs. Like I said Opportunity (Chance.) I won Winners Dog and Best of before, fronts are not great, overall balance is not great, Winners with Chance and BEST OF VARIETY with Nick! and movement is not great. I think we need to mentor One of the best days of my life after my marriage and more; sell more dogs to people that show an interest birth of my kids! The best part was that my husband, in the breed NEAR us so we can mentor them. Animal Ken, thought that I did that all the time! LOL rights people have used their propaganda well to make purebred dogs a stigma rather than a status symbol. This Being voted by my peers to judge at the National in needs to change by more outreach to the general public 2017—such an honor and privilege! and maybe even celebrities. When Oprah had my girl Sophie, the black girl, many people asked about cockers Winning Winners Bitch and Best Bred-By Exhibitor through that public endorsement of our breed. with BOTH my Ascob bitch, Ch. Laurent’s Forever in Blue Jeans, and my black and tan bitch, Ch. Laurent What would be your most important advice Ashwood Best Kept Secret. Both wins under judges I to a new aspiring breeder of cockers? have utmost respect for—Calvin Ward and Sam Houston McDonald. A great day for sure! Find a good breeder/mentor. Get the best puppy (or adult) that you can afford and LISTEN to your breeder/ And one fun fact, I’ve won the Variety at the National mentor! They want you to succeed with their dog! Maybe twice but never won the Futurity. I’ve been Best of even start with a good dog and then someone will trust Opposite Sex to Best in Futurity EIGHT times! you with their good bitch. Get advice on the best dog to

GCHB Laurent’s Pretty Portrait (Portia)—one of Ch. Laurent’s Family Man winning the Variety at the Laura’s all-time favorites—winning the ASC Flushing show 2004 under LauraBeth Duncan Variety at the ASC National 2011 under Jamie Hubbard

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IT IS A GOOD IDEA TO SEARCH ALL KINDS OF OUTSIDE SPACES

promised in the last issue, this article talks about AS exterior hides in nosework. Exterior searches tend to evoke mixed feelings in many handlers. That’s because, even with the lack of intentional distractors, there are so many things that can derail a dog’s search outside—weather, critters, people walking by, vehicles and more. Nosework trials are held regardless of weath- er. I’ve done searches in scorching heat, pouring rain, gale force winds and freezing temperatures. Exterior searches aren’t for sissies!

When you first start searching outside, I’d start with working containers outside in a location that is familiar to your dog. This should minimize the level of distrac- tions as you start working in a new location. It is likely that your dog will be distracted, even in a familiar space, so be patient with him (or her). Keep the container search easy and reward heavily for your dog finding the right one. Make it lots of fun and continue to make AmCh CanCh Calla’s All Bets On KLAD PCD Am RN containers interesting. Once your dog is readily searching Can RA TKI SDIN SDN SD-E SP CW-SI PTE NC NI SOG DOG containers outside without looking at the environment, you are ready to put out some simple exterior hides. Both NACSW and UKC also have exterior searches When I’m first starting exteriors I like to use the odor that are required to be passed in order to earn overall that the dog started on. I also like to make the hide sim- titles. These exteriors are just outside spaces, usually ple—a nose height hide that is easily accessible. I will with at least 10-15 hiding spots for the judge to put often start exterior searches on a vehicle, because they out odor. If a spot doesn’t have enough natural hiding are a discrete object that the dog can focus on, rather spots, a judge will stage the area. This means putting out than an area. I like to use the wheel wells and the front objects for the dogs to search. In practice, it is a good grill. For safety’s sake, a hide should never be more than idea to search all kinds of outside spaces—some with 6” under the vehicle. It is unsafe to have a dog crawling lots of stuff and some with hardly any stuff. It is easy under a vehicle, no matter what the situation is. Because to train a dog to only search “things,” and that’s a bad wind can pass under the vehicle and through the wheel habit to get into. As I said in the paragraph above, start wells, if your dog is trying to get under the car, make working exteriors in a familiar place (I typically use the sure you have the dog check the other side for hides. backyard with my guys). Make the hide relatively simple Oftentimes what looks like an alert is actually the dog by placing it at around nose height and make it acces- trying to get to the source of the odor. A lot of competi- sible. If you have chairs in your yard, placing a hide on tors are intimidated by vehicles, but they actually make a chair is a great way to get started, since your dog has for some very fun exterior searches. Some organizations, most likely already searched chairs (in interiors). Then such as NASCW (National Association of Canine Scent you can progress to multiple hides, low hides, high hides Work) and UKC (United Kennel Club) have a component and various objects. One thing it’s worth including in that requires dogs to search vehicles in order to earn your searches are garden statues that look like animals. overall titles. As you advance through the levels, more I can’t tell you the number of times I have been timing a vehicles are placed in the search area and more hides are search and seen a dog flip out when it has come face to placed on the vehicles. face with an animal statue.

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When you’re looking at an exterior search, there are a recommendation would be to abort the search, put your few things to take into consideration. First is wind direc- dog away and make things easier so that your dog can tion, if there is any. Ideally you want to search into the overcome the distractions and be successful. wind if at all possible, because that will blow the odor at your dog, making it easier for them to get to source. Nosework is like a bank account. Every successful If you’re not sure which way the wind is blowing, pick search is like making a deposit into the account, and a blade of grass or two and toss it into the air. Watch every time your dog faces a challenge, the dog makes how it falls to the ground—that will tell you a lot about a withdrawal. You always want to have more in the the wind. Make sure you know what is in the search account than you need to withdraw, which means the area—you don’t have to know every single object, but majority of your work should be successful searches that be aware of roughly how many items there are and what have been heavily rewarded. The more fun and reward- kind of search pattern you can use to ensure that your ing the game is for your dog, the more they will be will- dog checks all of them and doesn’t inadvertently miss ing to worth through distractions and challenges rather something. Also be aware of items that are kind of off to than quitting the search. the side of the search area—those are the kinds of things In the next issue I will talk about some nosework that judges like to put hides in or on, as nervous handlers games that you can play to keep things fun and fresh for often miss them. Also important are any structures that your nosework dog. are around the search area. Be aware of how structures may trap odor or change how it flows through an area. Happy sniffing! A more porous wall or structure might trap odor, while something more solid will divert the odor. Check out Kelly Ladouceur doorways or porch-type areas where odor might eddy has been breeding and swirl, which can make it difficult for the green dog and competing to pinpoint source. under the KLAD prefix for almost Once you start branching out into new areas, be aware 20 years. She is of what you don’t know about an area, such as who involved in confor- has been there before (whether people, dogs or other mation, obedience, rally obedience, critters). Be prepared to deal with a distracted dog—by scent hurdle, nose- which I mean, have a game plan ready for if you lose work and therapy your dog at any point during the search. My personal work.

Steve & Rita Crowe 586 Three Chimneys Lane Loveland, OH 45140 (513) 683-9543 ~ Home (513) 582-9671 ~ Cell [email protected]

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Update on Legislation Impacting Dog Breeders and Fanciers By LINDA WRIGHT, ASC LEGISLATIVE LIAISON

HOPING THIS REPORT FINDS YOU ALL WELL DURING THIS CHALLENGING TIME! ON THE LEGISLATIVE FRONT, THERE WAS A BRIEF PAUSE DUE TO THE COVID-19 QUARANTINE. HOWEVER, AS WE BEGIN TO “OPEN UP,” WE ARE SEEING BILLS AND PROPOSALS MOV- ING FORWARD ONCE AGAIN.

the US each year. At the same time, demand for dogs FOREIGN RESCUE IMPORTS has increased, outstripping US supply and leading to the import of dogs from all over the world. I would like to begin with some good news, albeit temporary. Due to the discontinuation of incoming flights According to a 2019 report from the Centers for from foreign countries, importation of rescue/puppy Disease Control (CDC) more than one million dogs are mill/street dogs has temporarily ceased. However, a imported into the US each year. However, only about sizable, well-funded group is already raising substantial one percent of those are screened for diseases such as donations to fill a cargo plane with more dogs to flood rabies, canine brucellosis, canine influenza, hepatitis, the pet market; bringing with them disastrous diseases distemper, and others. This is a threat not only to other and health problems that can be passed on to our dogs. dogs and household pets but also to our livestock, the These importations increase shelter populations, which food supply, and public health. lead the public to believe there is shelter “overcrowd- ing”—another driving force in legislation that affects us The US dog import system is broken. The dogs being as breeders. imported come from countries that lack the veterinary, public health, and sanitation standards found in the US. I am very excited to report the introduction of HR Infectious pathogens exist in many of these countries 6921, the Healthy Dog Importation Act of 2020. that are not native to the US or were eliminated earlier. From the National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA): Many of these diseases can be transmitted to people and other animals. Thanks to the leadership of Congressman Ralph Abraham, veterinarian and medical doctor of The Healthy Dog Importation Act of 2020 Louisiana, and the co-sponsorship of the other (HR 6921) would require that every dog entering the two veterinarians in Congress, Kurt Schrader of country be in good health, permanently identified, certi- Oregon and Ted Yoho of Florida, HR 6921, com- fied by an approved veterinarian in the country of origin prehensive, bipartisan legislation to protect the to prevent fraudulent paperwork, and carry records health of our pets, livestock, and people was intro- showing that it has received all the proper vaccinations. duced on May 18, 2020. Those entering the country for resale, transfer, or dona- BACKGROUND tion must be at least six months of age and accompanied The success of spay and neuter programs has eliminat- by a USDA import permit. The bill would also stream- ed the problem of dog overpopulation in many regions line and coordinate federal oversight, ensuring docu- of the United States. The vast majority of US dogs are mentation and import permits are shared electronically now spayed or neutered, and fewer dogs are born in between APHIS, CDC, and Customs and Border Patrol, while clarifying APHIS’ key enforcement authority.

These changes will go a long way toward ensuring that the federal gov- ernment is responsibly screening the dogs entering our country each year and discourage the spread of infec- tious diseases in the US. continued > 20

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN | JUNE 2020 | 19 | > LEGISLATIVE ALERTS required vaccinations, and demonstrated no VERMONT signs of infectious disease for at least 48 hours GOVERNOR ASKED TO GIVE GREEN LIGHT prior to placement. TO UNREGULATED ANIMAL TRANSPORTS Email the Governor with your concerns from the web- By AKC Government Relations page http://governor.vermont.gov/email. May 22, 2020 AKC Government Relations (AKC GR) will provide According to a May 18, 2020 article, as Vermont additional information as developments warrant. For begins to re-open from the COVID-19 pandemic, animal more information, contact AKC GR at [email protected]. importers have asked Governor Phil Scott to authorize the resumption of interstate pet transports to supply Vermont shelters with dogs sourced from outside the STATUS OF LEGISLATURES state. The article also details how some shelters are con- sidering breeding dogs themselves to meet the demand IMPACTED BY COVID-19: for pets. Vermont statutes previously required registra- For a list of dates by state, go to: www.akc.org/ tion and regulation of animal importers and shelters, but legislative-alerts/status-legislatures-impacted-covid-19/ those laws were amended in 2016 by Act No. 149 to elim- inate oversight by the Secretary of Agriculture, Food and Markets. This lack of substantive oversight increases the risk of diseased animals entering the state and exposing APHIS other animals and Vermonters. ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO ANIMAL WELFARE ACT LICENSING REQUIREMENTS Importation of rabies-positive dogs resulted in the 5/12/2020 United States Center for Disease Control issuing a ban on the importation of dogs from Egypt in May 2019. The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Last February, veterinarians from Tufts University, New Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is England’s only veterinary school, published preliminary announcing a final rule amending the Animal Welfare findings from a study on animal rescues noting, “… Act (AWA) licensing requirements for all regulated ani- not everyone transporting dogs are doing basic things mals, as well as certain veterinary care standards. you assume everyone would do—sometimes not even vaccinating animals, which is a significant public-health These new regulations will promote compliance, concern.” As a result, the general public has been put at reduce licensing fees, and strengthen safeguards that multiple risks, including acquiring dogs that lack reliable prevent individuals and businesses with a history of background or health information, consumers not being noncompliance from obtaining a license or doing any provided the same mandated consumer protections when regulated activities with regulated animals. dogs are sourced from breeders or pet stores, and an increased risk of zoonotic disease transfer to humans or With this change, licensees have to demonstrate other animals (including livestock) from animals import- compliance with the AWA and show that the animals ed without substantiated health clearances or other veri- in their possession are adequately cared for in order to fied precautions taken. obtain a license. These changes also strengthen existing regulations to prevent individuals and businesses whose WHAT YOU CAN DO licenses were suspended or revoked from doing any reg- ulated activities for regulated entities. The American Kennel Club and the Vermont Federation of Dog Clubs believe Governor Scott ought to include These changes will streamline the licensing process basic public health and safety criteria in any emergen- and reduce the regulatory burden for licensees who are cy order that would permit the resumption of animal fully compliant, by reducing licensing fees and simplify- imports into the state for shelter distribution, and remove ing the payment process. a shelter’s charitable organization status if it breeds and sells dogs. If you agree, email the Governor’s office to Finally, this final rule includes additional updates to request that: the regulations for dogs—requiring any dealer, exhibi- tor, or research facility with dogs to maintain a written (1) animal importers and shelters register with the program for veterinary care and medical records and to state, and make those records available to USDA upon request. The written program of veterinary care has to include regular (2) animals coming into the state have a current visits by the attending veterinarian to conduct a complete certificate of veterinary inspection, received all physical examination of each dog not less than once a

| 20 | AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN | JUNE 2020 year, vaccinations for contagious and/or deadly diseases proposed rule in March 2019. The final rule incorporates of dogs, internal and external parasite prevention and feedback received through more than 110,600 comments treatment, and preventative care and treatment for hair on the proposed rule. coats, nails, eyes, ears, skin, and teeth. In addition, the The final rule may be viewed at rule requires that dogs have continuously available pota- www.federalregister.gov/d/2020-07837. ble water unless restricted by an attending veterinarian. Each year, USDA licenses nearly 6,000, persons who In 2017, USDA published an advance notice of pro- breed, sell, or exhibit animals for commercial purposes, posed rulemaking that asked the public for input on and is responsible for ensuring that these licensees com- potential revisions to the AWA regulations to reduce ply with the AWA’s humane standards of care. These regulatory burden and more efficiently ensure sustained steps allow the American public to confidently purchase compliance. After carefully considering the more than pets and view animals on public display. 47,000 comments it received in response, USDA issued a

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ByDON CHARLES’ BORN,T FOUNDATIONFORGET!! COMMUNICATIONS

When you Find the form on the ASC website: are rechecking your cockers www.americanspanielclub.org already in the Menu > Eye Support About the ASC/American Spaniel Club Foundation Cockers cataract Scroll to bottom of page for the form. research project www.americanspanielclub.org/ or submitting about-the-asc/who-we-are/ascf-2/ new cocker DNA and eye exams, ALWAYS use the NEW eye exam forms. We know it’s been a rough We plan on sharing a mid-year research update to be year thus far for scheduling exams and we won’t have recorded with Dr. Aguirre in July. Watch announcements a Foundation sponsored one in July. This is why every on social media and here in the Bulletin for that. On exam must be counted and is important. Your dedication behalf of the Foundation Board of Directors—thank you!! to this is making all the difference.

| 22 | AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN | JUNE 2020 By CHARLES BORN, FOUNDATION COMMUNICATIONS J J YY J J THERAPY DOG TEAMS MEETING THE CHALLENGES OF THE PANDEMIC By JOYCE MCINTYRE, ASC THERAPY DOG COMMITTEE CHAIR

KEEPING UP THERAPY PRACTICES—IN A WORLD CHANGED BY COVID-19

Even though the news of COVID-19 was making more family members at home with their pets. There headlines in China around the end of 2019, our COVID is now more time to go on walks, longer playtime, and journey was just beginning. Mayors, governors, and the more time for the family to interact with their pets/ ther- President of the United States began to prepare for the apy dogs. However, even with all the time spent with spread of the disease to the United States. Decisions family, therapy dogs still missed going on their visits to were made that have affected every aspect of our lives. libraries, assisted living facilities, hospitals, schools, etc. A state of emergency was declared and restrictions were How can we help to close this gap in the companionship put into place. that therapy dogs bring to children or adults? Americans were required to be sheltered at home, THERAPY DOG REGISTRIES WITH non-essential businesses were closed, schools moved SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS REQUESTED online, and many other unprecedented things started HANDLERS TO SEND PICTURES OF to happen. The spread of the virus caused our lives to THE DOGS TO KEEP PEOPLE AWARE change to what only can be described now as our new OF WHAT THEY WERE DOING AND TO normal. KEEP IN TOUCH It was early in March when the therapy dog teams The therapy dog registry’s Facebook account began received an email from one of the large therapy dog to fill with cute and clever pictures of therapy dogs registries that recommended we suspend our pet therapy dressed in seasonal or holiday attire. Some handlers visits. In a few days, it was mandated that all pet ther- made signs of encouragement of their dogs saying they apy visits be suspended until further notice and that no were just waiting until they could visit again. Some had therapy dog evaluation tests be held. on masks and scrubs saying they were prepared to go.

Not only could therapy teams not visit, but hospitals allowed no visitors, and nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospice groups, and many places pet thera- py teams would normally visit were closed to visitors. Therapy dogs that were active visiting their people and putting smiles on faces all of a sudden could no longer share their joy with those that needed it most. In addi- tion, training facilities closed as well as dog groomers. Many dog owners found themselves having to do their own grooming adding even more stress to an already overwhelming situation. How were we going to meet the challenge of this drastic change in our lives and the lives of our therapy dogs? THERAPY DOGS HAVE MORE FAMILY AT HOME DURING THIS TIME With non-essential businesses closed and many peo- ple out of work or working from home, there are now Molly Bee TDIA, Joyce McIntyre’s first therapy dog

| 24 | AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN | JUNE 2020 > PET THERAPY Messages from the therapy teams were encouraging and humorous. These messages were helpful in lifting morale even if for a short while. Weeks have become months in regards to restrictions for pet therapy teams, with no timeline in sight for visits to continue. LIBRARY SYSTEMS BEGAN A VIRTUAL PROGRAM WITH KIDS READING TO DOGS USING ZOOM The library explained how the visits would work and gave the handler a chance to sign up for a once-a-week visit. Currently our virtual visits are on Thursday. The pet therapy team is given a morning or afternoon time, and they meet on Zoom with a librarian, child and the child’s guardian. The therapy dog is in view and listens to the child read to them for about thirty minutes. It is a great way to keep the connection alive between the child and the therapy dog. My dogs and I volunteer at two libraries and after a couple of years we have gotten to know a lot of the children. It is good for everyone to Pistal TDI, provided by Debra Lampert-Rudman connect even if it is through electronic communication. The child can talk to the handler and ask questions about the dog. They can also talk to the dog. The dogs some- times will go to sleep!! (That’s all right; they used to fall asleep at the library too.)

Tommy Smalley, a cocker breeder and very talented artist, is willing to draw a picture that can be printed and sent to the library for children in the reading program to color. He does a wonderful job and only charges $10.00 for a picture of your dog to be sent to you via email. All Tommy needs is a photo to get started. Tommy is on Facebook, but if you need more information, contact me at [email protected]. Some of the handlers have made cards from his pictures and sent them to the facil- ities they visit. There are samples of his artwork in this article. They are pictures of two handsome buff boys, Sawyer TDIAOV and Elvis, a newly certified therapy dog. Coloring picture of Elvis TDI by Tommy Smalley Both have a beautiful flowing show coat. Owners are Lori Griffen and Sheryl Gadol, respectively. CAR RIDES AND SHORT ROAD TRIPS FOR OUTINGS Therapy dogs accustomed to going on rides to their visits still like to take car rides. Maybe have the therapy dog wear a special collar or their therapy scarf and go on a ride with their family or another member of their pack. Even though they aren’t visiting their people, it is a good change of pace for them. Find some places that are close to you and just go sightseeing. It would be a good distraction and change of scenery for the family as well as the dog. Taking walks in a quiet neighborhood or countryside will help relieve stress for handler and therapy dog. continued > 26 Coloring pictures of Sawyer TDIAOV and Morgan, his new little brother, by Tommy Smalley

AMERICAN SPANIEL CLUB, INC. BULLETIN | JUNE 2020 | 25 | TEACH NEW TRICKS TO > PET THERAPY ENTERTAIN OR EARN AN AKC CREATIVE WAYS TO VISIT WITHOUT TRICK DOG TITLE AS WELL AS GOING INTO THE FACILITY AN AKC RALLY NOVICE TITLE One therapy group decided to visit assisted living By DEBRA LAMPERT-RUDMAN facilities or nursing homes that have outside windows in their rooms. Therapy groups have done window visits or I am an AKC CGC/Trick Dog Evaluator and the loving yard visits so the residents can still interact with the dogs breeder/owner/trainer of “Bolt” GCH Topaz Palm Beach but safely through the window. The handlers can make Playboy, CD, BN, RM, CGCA, TKE—the first cocker span- signs of encouragement or endearment to lift the spirits iel to achieve the Trick Dog Elite Performer title (the high- of the residents. The facilities are not allowing visitors est title available in AKC Trick Dog), and I am offering at this time and smiles are needed. Our local newspa- all- breed Trick Dog Testing via video for $10 per video per covered such a visit lately, and you could see the submitted through the Facebook Group “Triple T:Tricks residents by their windows smiling. It’s the little things for AKC Titles (& Treats!).” I started this as a fundraiser sometimes that are the biggest blessings. and fun-maker in early April when the AKC announced that Evaluators could offer Trick Dog video testing for GREAT TIME TO titles. We now have over 300 members with dogs of many different breeds, ages, and sizes—from minis to TEACH THERAPY St Bernards with quite a few cocker spaniels. Dog own- DOGS NEW TRICKS ers are invited to submit separate videos for $10 each See sidebar article on this for Trick Dog Levels: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, page to read Debra Lampert’s Performer, and Elite Performer, with proceeds going to support the following dog charities: trick dog program—proceeds helping our dogs and breed 1. American Spaniel Club Foundation for DNA clubs. Cataract Research 2. Any of the following clubs if an authorized AKC’S PILOT VIRTUAL representative of the club contacts me: RALLY NOVICE • Any Cocker Spaniel Specialty Club that Bolt demonstrating PROGRAM had to/has to cancel their shows a trick with Debra Lampert-Rudman AKC has offered virtual • Any All-Breed Club that had to/has to rally video that can be sent cancel their shows to them and evaluated by approved rally judges. This • Any Breed Specialty Club that is for novice level only, and the pilot program expires had to/has to cancel their shows on December 31, 2020. This is a great opportunity to I post files/links on Trick Dog Testing and demos with download the signs and practice the exercises and title Bolt and discusses ways to get Trick Dog titles from AKC, your therapy dog in rally novice. Many of the sign exer- great resources and videos for Trick Dog Training, and cises can be used for tricks at therapy visits. It is my provides instructions on uploading testing videos through experience that dogs like rally because you can talk to Facebook. Additionally, I hold “watch parties” on week- them the entire time. Rally novice is on leash. AKC will ends to review videos with judging and commentary, and be making the courses available that the dogs will use provide a video evaluation form by the following Monday for owners to send to AKC if they pass. The group has to compete. I suggest going to AKC.org and search for become an open forum for positive discussions about dog Rally Novice Virtual Pilot Program. If the videos of the shows, training, trick dog training/testing, and sharing dog’s performance receives a qualifying score, titles will photos and videos of our dogs doing fun things—helping be added to the dog’s name. Three qualifying scores are us all stay healthy and happy during these indoor/stay necessary for the rally novice title. There will be some at home times! paperwork to send to AKC with a fee. More information The best parts are seeing people who never tried this at on this program is available on AKC’s website. I plan to all and whose dogs have no formal training try tricks and participate with DeeDee in this program. I have the signs do really well, and people with advanced training doing to set up the courses in the backyard. some really fun and exciting things with their dogs. The enclosed pictures show some of our therapy dogs Trick Dog training is a lot of fun and challenging as well—you can talk to the dog, give treats and rewards that make a difference in the lives their owners, especial- and it’s a great building block for other dog sports as well ly during these troubled times. I’ve always considered as a stress reliever for conformation dogs, particularly my dogs to be the best therapy, but in the past few fun while waiting in the Group ring! Added bonus—I months, it has become a vivid reality. Our companion offered a custom watercolor portrait of the dog who com- dogs are extreme emotional therapy, and the love they pletes the first title through this program as well as the have for us is unconditional. They may be sticking closer dog who completes the most titles by June 1, 2020 and plan additional “treats” along the way.

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Saywer TDIAOV, shared by Lory Griffen Suzie Q TDIAOV, owned by Joyce McIntyre

Elvis TDI, shared by MiMi Doll TDIA, Sheryl Gadol waiting at the rainbow bridge J

J J DeeDee TDIA, owned by Joyce McIntyre YY to us now, but that’s what we need. I pray everyone is not feeling the loneliness, stress, anxiety, and worry that is looming over us, but rather feel we will get through J Buddy TDI, this together with the help of our inner strength, family, shared by Mary friends, faith and our beloved pets. They are our personal Margaret Miller therapy dogs, and they are always on the job!

Joyce McIntyre ASC Therapy Dog Committee, Chair The Cocker Spaniel Club of Central Oklahoma, President Oklahoma City Obedience Training Club, Member TDI Evaluator & CGC/Trick Dog Evaluator Handler of Suzie Q TDIAOV and DeeDee TDIA

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TOP PRODUCING SIRES TOP BREEDERS CH Che-Lee’s Star Fighter, Bf – 2 Laura Heidrich, Laurents – 3, all co-bred GCHP Clerwood Silhouette Speed Of Light, Blk – 2 Ann T Morgante, Amik-Creek – 2 both co-bred GCHG Cocoas A Global Force For Good, Tri – 2 Bonnie Pike, Silverhall – 2, both co-bred GCHG Dalin’s West Coast Connection CGC, B/W – 2 Cheryl Brown, Che-Lee’s – 2 CH Hood’s Razzle Dazzle, R/W – 2 Csaba Attila Havasi, Madman Cometh – 2 CH Riverwood Rendezvous At Silverhall, B/T – 2 Emily Beth Staso, Ebs – 2, both co-bred GCHP Trinity’s Tucked Under His Wing, Bf – 2 Genea Jones, Ashwood’s – 2, both co-bred Heidi Armour, Lehi – 2, both co-bred TOP PRODUCING DAMS Ileana Tosco, Rockin T’s – 2, both co-bred GCH Ebs Unflappable, Tri – 2 Judi Kline, K-Lines’ – 2 CH Lehi N Amik-Creek’s Fortune Cookie, Blk – 2 Linda Pitts, Silhouette – 2, both co-bred CH Rockin T’s Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds, Livio Tosco, Rockin T’s – 2, both co-bred R/W – 2 Renee O Guidry, Acadia’s – 2, 1 co-bred GCHB Trinity’s Eternal Spring, Bf – 2 Sandra McCord, Windrift – 2 Susan Roeber, Bugler’s - 2, both co-bred Wilson Pike, Silverhall – 2, both co-bred

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