January 2007

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Volume 3 - Issue 1

 

Upcoming Event

 

ANNUAL CANINE HEALTH CLINIC

Saturday, February 17, 2007

WKC Training Building, Newark, Delaware

CANINE EYE SCREENING CLINIC (CERF) with Dr. Lionel F. Rubin

In the interest of breeding better dogs genetically, all breeding stock should be examined and cleared annually by a VETERINARY OPHTHALMOLOGIST in order to continue in any breeding program. A Veterinary Ophthalmologist is a specialist who has the knowledge and instruments to detect many conditions present in dogs. This is a general eye exam, which can also detect non-genetic abnormalities and problems. However, it is not a medical examination for existing problems; it is a screening exam for dogs which may enter into a breeding program.

CARDIO CLINIC with Dr. Michael S. Miller, M.S., VMD, Dip, A.B.V.P.

Practice limited to Cardiology, Veterinary Specialty Center of DE. Screen for Congenital Heart Defects, Cardiomyopathy, Valvular Disease, Arrhythmias.
Fee includes: Echocardiogram, Ultrasound, ECG, Auscultation. Brief Report for your Veterinarian. Discounted OFA registration available. Limited number
of appointments available.

AKC CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST

Earning the CGC will ensure that your dog is a well-respected member of your community. The Canine Good Citizen award is one of the first AKC
certificates your dog can earn and the CGC provides an excellent foundation for all other training. The test is open to all purebreds and mixed breeds. Get
your registration form back early. Tests will be scheduled on a first come first served basis. The number of tests will be limited.
 

INTERNATIONAL CANINE SEMEN BANK with Lee Jones

This is a state-of-the-art, fully equipped, mobile laboratory that will be present at the Health Clinic Day that will provide the following services: Semen
Collection & Storage; Semen Evaluation; The ICSB service is quick and efficient. In less than 1 hour, collection and freezing is complete. Some questions
about ICSB are answered by going to the following website: www.ik9sb.com.
 

AKC DNA CERTIFICATION

The AKC DNA Certification Program brings cutting-edge DNA testing technology to dog owners. We will collect the DNA sample from the dog and return
it to AKC. You will receive a certificate directly from AKC in about 6 weeks.
 

DISCOUNT AKC/CAR SIGN UP

Special reduced enrollment fee. Dogs must be microchipped or tattooed. While AKC recommends the Home Again chip, other chips can be registered as
well. Forms for other brands will be available.
 

COMMUNICATOR/MASSEUSE: Ronnie Yaskin

Ronnie will be available to both you and your dog for a relaxing massage. She is also an expert animal communicator and can give you new insights into
your dog’s innermost feelings. Ronnie’s products will also be available.
 

TATTOOS (Includes registration) by Joseph Quinn

Joe Quinn is an authorized agent for Tattoo-A-Pet. Tattoos are placed on the inner thigh, where they are easily visible if your dog should be lost or stolen.
 

A VETERINARIAN (Dr. Jim Berg of Animal Veterinary Center) will be on site for the following:

Mircochipping – Home Again Chips
Rabies Vaccinations
Heartwork/Lyme/Erlichia/Anaplasmosis Test
Blood Draws to submit to Dr. Jean Dodds - See blood test submission form for available tests.
Discount OFA Thyroid registration available.

For scheduling information contact:
Lisa Leonzio at (410) 392-5430 or mokichow@aol.com

 

For more information, including the flyers and registration, or scheduling details, go to http://www.wilmingtonkennelclub.org/eventa.htm

 

Legislation

Happy New Year everyone.
 
2006 was a pretty active year in canine legislation.  I want to thank all those who got involved by attending the meetings, writing letters and emails, making phone calls and sending me information about different places acting on BSL, and of course all the moral support.  Without your help, I can't do this.
 
After several meetings and a lot of emotional and sometimes confrontational speeches, New Castle County decided not to pursue BSL.  Also the Town of New Castle decided against BSL.  The PAWS act died but will more than likely be reintroduced this year.
 
AKC and some of the breed groups are predicting that 2007 is also going to be very active in canine legislation.  Some of the animal rights groups have joined forces and they have a lot of money to back them up.  This joining of different organizations will make them a lot stronger and more active.  We have to keep aware of issues that pop up so for this yr. I am again asking for support and for information if you hear of things that could affect our rights to own dogs.
 
Just to put it in perspective, we hear all the time about places that do pass BSL but attached is a list of places that decided against BSL.  We seldom hear of the wins but it is good to know that there are a lot of places and people involved all across the country that still fight for their rights to own dogs.
 
Thanks again
Joe Foster
Wilmington Kennel Club
Legislation Liaison

2006 Wins

Alabama
Montgomery - decides against BSL

Arkansas
Bald Knob-decides against BSL
Shannon Hills-decides against BSL
Searcy-decides against BSL
Mulberry-decides against BSL
Fort Smith - decides against BSL
Crossett - decides against BSL

Colorado
SB054-doesn't pass
Golden-decides against BSL
Estes Park-decides against BSL
Northglenn-decides against BSL
LaJunta-decides against BSL
Layfayette-decides against BSL
Longmont-decides against BSL
Rocky Ford-decides against BSL
Federal Heights-decides against BSL
Westminster-decides against BSL

Delaware
New Castle County - decides against BSL
Town of New Castle - decides against BSL

Florida
Coral Springs - decides against BSL
Deltona - decides against BSL

Georgia
Rockmart--decides against BSL
Floyd County - decides against BSL

Illinois
Kewanee-decides against BSL
Waukegan-decides against BSL
McHenry County-decides against BSL
Normal-decides against BSL
Paxton-decides against BSL
Forest-decides against BSL
Bloomington-decides against BSL
Will County-decides against BSL
Chicago-decides against BSL
Lincolnshire-decides against BSL
Hodgkins-decides against BSL
Northlake - decides against BSL
Minooka - decides against BSL

Indiana
Anderson-decides against BSL
Indianapolis - decides against BSL
South Bend - decides against BSL
St. Joseph County - decides against BSL

Iowa
Mason City-decides against BSL
Waterloo-decides against BSL
Washington - decides against BSL
Humbolt - decides against BSL

Kansas
Leavenworth-decides against BSL
Witchita-decides against BSL
Emporia - decides against BSL
Merrium - decides against BSL
Olathe - decides against BSL

Kentucky
Frankfort -decides against BSL
Lietchfield-decides against BSL
Milton-decides against BSL
Lincoln County-decides against BSL
Spencer County-decides against BSL
Middlesboro-decides against BSL
Oldham County-decides against BSL
Paintsville- decides against BSL
Park Hills - decides against BSL
Corinth - decides against BSL

Louisiana
Lake Charles-decides against BSL
Sulpher-decides against BSL
Gonzalez - decides against BSL

Massachusetts
Methuen - decides against BSL
Gloucester - decides against BSL
Waltham - decides against BSL

Michigan
Detroit-repealed
Oxford - decides against BSL
Milford - decides against BSL

Mississippi
Brandon - Repealed BSL

Missouri
Belton-repealed
Oak Grove-decides against BSL
Bellfontaine Neighbors-decides against BSL
Unionville-decides against BSL
Jennings-decides against BSL
Raytown - decides against BSL
Sedalia - decides against BSL
University City - decides against BSL

New Jersey
state-TABLED

North Carolina
Watuga County - decides against BSL

Ohio
Lancaster-decides against BSL
East Palestine-decides against BSL

Pennsylvania
Wilkes Barre - decides against BSL
Hazelton - decides against BSL
Erie - decides against BSL

Tennessee
Woodbury- decides against BSL
Tullahoma - decides against BSL
Shelbyville - decides against BSL
Putnam County - decides not to pursue BSL

South Carolina
Bamberg - decides against BSL

Texas
Killeen-decides against BSL
DeSoto - decides against BSL

Washington
Richland - decides against BSL
Federal Way - decides against BSL

West Virginia
Wheeling - decides against BSL

Wisconsin
Horicon - BSL vetoed
 

Show and Go's

Thank you to all who volunteered your time to WKC's show and go's in 2006.  It's due to your generosity we are able to continue providing show and go's for the obedience competitors in our area.  We at WKC are looking forward to another great year in 2007.
 
2007 Show and Go's Schedule
 

Saturday, January 20

Pre-novice, Novice & Open

Saturday, February 10

Open & Utility

Saturday, March 17

Pre-novice, Novice & Open

Saturday, April 14

Open & Utility

Saturday, May 19

Pre-novice, Novice & Open

June

No Show & Go

Saturday, July 14

Open & Utility

Saturday, August 11

Pre-novice, Novice & Open

Saturday, September 15

Open & Utility

Saturday, October 20

Pre-novice, Novice & Open

Saturday, November 10

Open & Utility

Saturday, December 8

Pre-novice, Novice & Open

 
Happy New Year!
Linda
WKC Show and Go Chairperson.
 
 

WKC OBEDIENCE CLASSES STUDENT BRAGS

 
Siberian Huskie , Joey (Kokolik's Friend Til The End,CD,MX,MXJ), handled by Shelly Zenorini
- Got his 1st leg Open A at Salisbury Nov trial w/2nd place score of 195 1/2 and 2nd leg of Open A at Oriole Dec trial with 1st place score of 198 1/2.
 
Golden Retriever, Molly, handled by Nancy Brock
-
Chesapeake Golden Retriever Club AKC Sanctioned OB Obedience Match  1st Place Pre-Novice
- APDT Sanctioned Rally  Level 1A  Qualifying Score
- Molly took second place in the costume class in the pet show down at Bethany on New Years.  She went dressed as a miniature horse.
 
 
On Monday, November 27th in W. Springfield, MA:
Tibetan Terriers handled by Florence Barczewski,
-
Star (Cigale's Sangria Star) 1st Novice Rally leg with a 4th place.
- Clipper  (CH Arkeden’s Lunar Eclipse) 1st  Rally leg.
- Both  got their CGC’s.
 
Am Staff., Beau, handled by Kathy Rivera
-
In November Outlandish Beauson Mate got his Rally Novice Title.
 
 
Cheryl Costello and Hayley
- In  August '06 earned 2 legs of their RN at Talbot County MD - one leg second high score
- 3rd leg at Catonsville, MD in October '06 for their first AKC Title.
 
Lab, Emma, handled by Julie Miller earned her Rally Novice Title.
- 1st leg she received 2nd place, (95 points) 
- 2nd leg she received 4th place,  (92 points) 
- 3rd leg she received 2nd place,  (94 points) 
- She also received her 1st leg in Rally Advanced. 
     
Handled by Linda Surmacz
- Lab, Kona
earned RA title.  His RE at Salisbury Kennel Club trial on 11-11-06  His first Utility leg on 11-16-06 in Harrisburg, PA at the Penn Treaty Kennel Club trial.
- Standard poodle, Ruby, earned her RN title with 2 perfect scores.  She earned her RA.  She obtained her second leg of her CDX at Poodle Club of America’s National Specialty with a first placement.
- Standard poodle, Rom earned his CDX with 2 first placements and a second placement.  He also earned his RA title.
 
Doberman, Ekho, handled by Leigh Baiocco earned her CD, RN and CGC.
 
 
Westies, handled by Chris Gates 
-
Fred (Jebob's Fearless Fred NAP OJP JE RN) earned his RN
- George (MACH Jebob's Curious George CD RA) earned his CD, RN & RA
- Mac (Jebob's Mighty MacTavish CD OJP RA NAP) earned his RN & RA
 
Lab, Anna, handled by Susan MacKenzie, earned her CGC.
 
Lab, Apollo, handled by Liz Ashton earned his CD with first and second placements and earned his RN with placements.
 
Membership Meetings

WKC meetings are held the 3rd Thursday of each month with the exception of December at our Training Facility starting at 7:30 pm.  The public is welcome to attend and check our website for upcoming programs! 

 

How to Become a Member

To join Wilmington Kennel Club you must attend 3 meetings, then fill out a application. You will need two sponsors when you do this. The meeting is the 3rd Thursday of every month.  Hope to see you there.

Pat Pawley

 

For more information about our club, please go to our website at www.wilmingtonkennelclub.org

 

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