C & P Swissy Licks Providing fun activities, information, and support to Swissy enthusiasts

November 2009 Volume 2 Issue 11 www.cpgreaterswiss.com

Mark Your

Calendars!!

January 16, 2010

New Year’s Party

Pup ‘N Iron

Fredericksburg, VA

3:00—7:00 PM

Many thanks to the Erickson's for check-

ing out this facility and making inquiries

on behalf of our club!!

Specialty Sponsors

Many, many thanks to our generous Spe-cialty sponsors!!

Laurie Carmody

Dan Campeau—Suddanly Swissies

Jan and Hugh Collins

Cathy Cooper—Shadetree Kennel

Timothy, Maddelena Farling & Jenna Starr-Farling

Kris Featheringham

Brian & Sera Fradgley—Alberta Roots

Cheryl Gerzabek

GSMDCA

Katie Markley

Kelly Nevin

Cilla Phillips

Lori Price—Jotunheim GSMD

Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen—Double Q

Phyllis Walker, Kate Bawa-Walker

Dustin Westenmeyer & Megan Fletcher

Dick and Carmelita White

Eastern Regional Specialty September 26, 2009

Best of Breed CH Shadetree‘s Xango Cathy Cooper Award of Merit CH Alpenglow Remember the Riot Kristin Krumpe, Kathleen Spencer, Lori Price Awart of Merit CH Rippling Waters Justus John and Tina Bailey Best Opposite CH Jotunheim Let It Snow Kathi Cover, David Copeland, Lori Price Best of Winners Seneca‘s Dream On Jessica & Hanna Fournell-Ferrall Winner‘s Dog Seneca‘s Dream On Jessica & Hanna Fournell-Ferrall Reserve Dog Markee‘s King Crimson Cort Brian Ullom Winner‘s Bitch Breezy Ridge Valaisanne Blonde Crystal Kind, Holly Witzgall Reserve Bitch Nox‘s Precious Woo Woo Rebecca Burleson Loker Brood Bitch CH Shadetree‘s Quixote‘s Dulcinea Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen RN, OJP, OAP, NDD, JHD High Scoring Tymeles Chilkoot T‘Adak Leslie Wemhoff Obedience High Scoring Kcier Rasmussens‘ Burley Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen Rally CD, RE, OA, MXJ, FN, JHD, DD, TDD, WGS

Chesapeake and Potomac Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club

Sweepstakes Sponsors

Many, many thanks to our generous Sweepstakes sponsors!!

Yvonne Albrecht

Tina and John Bailey-Wildest Dream

Huck Bothner—IMO Ralph

Tracy Brainard

Alison Burns

Kris Featheringham

Jean Measell

Lori Price—Jotunheim GSMD

Mike and Audrey Starn

Jan and Al Starr

Darlene Ward

Dr. Bradford Thanks C & P GSMDC By Dr. Andrea Bradford

Just a quick note to thank the club for what has been the best, most enjoyable sweeps assignment I have had. Please be sure to thank everyone involved for me, especially Dan Campeau and Deborah Davis for their invaluable help with mentoring. Lunch was great, as well. I look forward to more opportuni-ties to interact with your fabulous breed. Thanks!

Sweepstakes Winners & Owners 6-9 Month Dog Nox‘s George Bailey‘s Irish Crème Nancy Kechner, Colleen Robson 9-12 Month Dog Seneca‘s Dream On Jessica, Hannah Fournell-Ferrall 15-18 Month Dog CH Breezy Ridge Maximus Tim Conway & Kristin Krumpe

Best Puppy Dog Nox’s George Bailey’s Irish Crème

6-9 Month Bitch Shadetree‘s Last Chance for Romance Michelle Charters 9-12 Month Bitch Brendamine‘s Rendezvous Catherine Cooper 12-15 Month Bitch Suddanly Irish Draught Megan Fletcher & Dustin Westenmeyer 15-18 Month Bitch CH Shadetree‘s Ella Maillart Tracy Brainard & Darlene Ward

Best Puppy Bitch Brendamine’s Rendezvous

Best in Sweeps Brendamine’s Rendezvous

Best Opposite Sex Nox’s George Bailey’s Irish Crème

7-9 Veteran Dog CH Swisswood‘s Mr Big Ruff Herb Davis & Deborah Davis 7-9 Veteran Bitch CH Derby‘s Xhilaration Tertia Elizabeth Carmichael 9-11 Veteran Bitch Chaos-Suddanly Xemplar R Ann Gallagher 11 & Over Bitch CH Dogwood‘s Easy Street Deborah Davis

Best Veteran in Sweeps CH Derby’s Xhilaration Tertia

Best Opposite Sex CH Swisswood’s Mr Big Ruff

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Dr. Bradford’s lovely card

Supported Entry Sponsors

Many, many thanks to our generous Supported Entry sponsors!!

Alison Burns

Jan and Hugh Collins

Cathy Cooper—Shadetree Kennel

Dan, Nicole, Reinee Erikson

Brian & Sera Fradgley—Alberta Roots

Doreen Holly

Erin & John McWilliams

Lori Price—Jotunheim GSMD

Jim & Mary Jo Rasmussen—DoubleQ

Rita Rimler—IMO Griff, Cornerstone Swissies

Supported Entry September 25, 2009 Best of Breed CH Shadetree‘s Xango Cathy Cooper Best Opposite Double Q Paradise Afire! Mary Jo Rasmussen Best of Winners Shadetree‘s Green Eggs and Ham Cathy Cooper Winner‘s Dog Shadetree‘s Green Eggs and Ham Cathy Cooper Reserve Dog Sudnly Xmlr Ty Jumpin Jack Flash Jan Collins, Dan Campeau Winner‘s Bitch Double Q Paradise Afire! Mary Jo Rasmussen Reserve Bitch Shadetree‘s Eve of Twin Shadows Lori Schrock, Cathy Cooper

September 27, 2009

Best of Breed CH Shadetree‘s Xango Cathy Cooper Best Opposite Mundy Manor Sudnly Lil Darlin Dan Campeau, M DiRocco Best of Winners Mundy Manor Sudnly Lil Darlin Dan Campeau, M DiRocco Winner‘s Dog Double Q Bruno! Fredrika Teute, Clyde Haulman Reserve Dog Seneca‘s Dream On Jessica & Hanna Fournell-Ferrall Winner‘s Bitch Mundy Manor Sudnly Lil Darlin Dan Campeau, M DiRocco Reserve Bitch Wildest Dream Come To Me Tina & John Bailey High Scoring Sudnly Mundy MNR Bless Her Heart Barbara Warner & Dan Campeau Rally

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Historic Hunter’s Head Tavern

Treasurer’s Report

Submitted by Jim Rasmussen

Membership Report

Total Members July 08—September 09

79 individuals

59 households/family units

Charter Members July 08—June 09

71 individuals

44 households/family units

Data

Individuals Units

Full members 60 37

Associate members 19 14

Swissies 94 (at least!)

Respectfully submitted by Phyllis Walker

Specialty Recap

By Mary Jo Rasmussen It rained on our parade, but we didn‘t care! So many, many thanks to go around on our club‘s first specialty. Seems like the points were spread around among the three days—with the exception of Cathy hogging that top spot!

Huck was the grill-meister with burgers and dogs, and organized the raffle expertly. Nancy and Cathy shopped for and set out the feast. Jenna made the ways and means table look festive and did a great job. Cathy conducted an incredible educational seminar about our breed standard (in quite a drizzle!)-assisted by Vanna, er...Dan and Tracy. Not to mention many folks sitting and standing in the rain to hear Cathy‘s every word. Lots of folks helped distribute ring prizes and trophies. Mike set up the tents with our new banner and flag flying! And Robin Ney‘s trophy embroidery wowed everyone—truly amazing work!

We‘re all looking forward to next year. Mark your calendars for September 24-26, 2010. We‘ve got lots of puppies making their way into the world this win-ter—just in time for September Sweepstakes! Anyone have questions about Sweeps? Ask Kris!

Ways and Means By Jenna Starr

We have patches and tee shirts left in a variety of colors and sizes:

1- Small Tan

1- Medium Green

2- Medium Yellow

2- Medium Tan

3- Large Yellow

2- Large Tan

1- 2X Green

1- 2X Blue

1- 2X Yellow

1- 2X Tan

Patches are $5.00 and tees are $15.00—shipping is an extra $5. We are also looking into several possible items you talked about at our club meeting. Items like mugs, caps, magnets, collars, bags, denim shirts, long-sleeve tees, sleeveless fleece jackets were mentioned. Please look for new items in the near future. Some of these items require a set-up fee and we may ask about interest before proceeding. Please contact me at: jennasstarr@hotmail.com if you‘d like to purchase a patch or tee-shirt, or if you have an idea about items you‘d like to purchase.

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C & P GSMDC Balance Sheet

August 31, 2009

Description Totals

Receipts

Memberships $1,885.00

Donations $1,425.00

Raffle $415.00

Draft Clinic $360.00

Pack Hike $40.00

Total Receipts $4,145.00

Expenses

Lunch Items Reimb $11.98

Draft Booklet Copying and Supplies $174.71

Newsletter Copying $3.08

Gift certificate $25.00

Show Fee $50.00

Ring Prizes $0.00

Trophy Exp. $0.00

Office supplies $0.00

Holiday Party Facility $200.00

Total Expenses -$511.48

Ending Balance $3,633.52

Eastern Regional Specialty Weekend Pics

Darlene Ward, Photographer Extraordinaire

More photos click HERE

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Huck Has Clap Problem! Yes, he does. While Chuckie was in the Excellent Rally ring, with Huck ma-neuvering him around the course at the Specialty on Saturday, Huck decided to clap his hands a few times to encourage Chuckie. The judge immediately informed him that one cannot clap while performing an Excellent Rally course. Clapping is allowed at the Novice and Advanced levels—not Excel-lent. Chuckie and Huck finished the course, but did not receive a score. So sorry, Huck—you would have been the high scorer in Rally on Saturday for sure!

Emmett & Riley—Chilean Swissies The Journey, Part I

By Suzy Fuquea

[Ed. Note: C & P Club member, Suzy Fuquea and her two Swissies, moved to Chile. Their wild ride is described in a two-part series—Part II next month.]

What a long, long day it was. We left Baltimore with Auntie Ursula riding shotgun in a rented Dodge Grand Caravan with Stow and Go seating for At-lanta on Tuesday, 29 September, at 3 am. Why 3 am? It seemed like a good idea at the time, especially when traveling with two big dogs. With an 11 hour drive, we had 4 hours of extra time to stop and walk pups. Why Atlanta? Well, I didn't want to subject the dogs to two flights and the possibility of lay-over problems. In addition, the GIANT crates only fit on a limited number of aircraft models. The options from Baltimore were few and far between and left us with layovers of six hours or more. Weighing all the options, driving to Atlanta allowed me to be with the dogs for a big part of the journey.

The stow-and-go seating in the minivan was great. We stowed the seats and were able to get both giant sized crates and the luggage in the minivan. The pups were tired after a romp with Jan's Swissies (Flash, Bert, Calvin, Rufus, and Robin) at the farm on Monday, so they slept most of the way.

Just outside of Atlanta, Auntie Ursula whipped out her iPhone and proceeded to attempt to find a dog park for us to visit prior to getting to the airport. Great idea! Especially since Miss Riley prefers to do her business in her own backyard and had not gone number two all day. Unfortunately for us, the GPS in the iPhone is not as quick as the car and we missed exits for two dog parks. The conversation went something like this: Ursula: Take exit 120 Suzy: Just passed it. Ursula: Oh...how about 115 Suzy: Just passed it Ursula: Crappy GPS!

Finally, the GPS synched and we hit the exit just after Ursula got directions to the dog park in Duluth, GA (iPhones are amazingly convenient and frustrat-ing at the same time). Anyway, we got off and were able to find ourselves a traffic jam on the way to the park, so we turned around and parked in the cute little town center. We walked the dogs through the beautiful, but very quiet area. We got the usual questions from the few people. "What kind of dogs are they?" We spent about 45 minutes there while I begged and pleaded

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Election of Club Officers

The club membership present at the meeting did not bring forth additional candidates for the Board of Directors. In keeping with the bylaws, the slate of directors proposed by the nominating committee was declared elected. The slate of officers and directors serves for a two year term. See page 12 for list of club officers.

Upcoming Events

November 28 & 29—Draft Trial

Mt. Airy, MD

January 16—New Year‘s Party

Fredericksburg, VA

Pup ‗N Iron 3-7 PM

January 30 (Feb. 6 bad weather)

January Jump Start pack hike—10

mile hike along flat Rail Trail, PA

May 24-27, 2010—National Spe-cialty, Springfield, IL

www.2010gsmdns.com

September 24-26, 2010—Specialty

& Supported Entries, Picnic, Edu-

cational Seminar

Millwood, VA

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for Riley to do her business. I reminded her that she had a long flight ahead and it would be very messy at the other end if she didn't take care of business now. She didn't listen. She just wanted to pick up all the peanuts that folks had absentmind-edly dropped on the lawn at the band shell during some earlier concert. We left Duluth, no closer to the goal of elimination than when we'd started.

A frustrated and tired pair, Ursula and I, got back into the van and headed off to Atlanta Hartsfield to find the cargo facility. Construction encum-bered our efforts, but we eventually found the

right place. We were there about an hour before we had to check the dogs in. Me, early....really?! They had a little fenced-in grassy elimination area for the dogs, complete with fire hydrant outside. Riley, Emmett, and I locked ourselves in there while Auntie Ursula read in the car (her presence distracted Riley from the mission at hand). After a bit, Riley settled in and yahoo!, mission com-plete. Off to Delta's International Cargo area.

I was quite anxious at this point, wondering if I had all the right paperwork to get them on the flight and into Chile. I had read and reread all the regs, dotted my I's and crossed my T's. I had the International Health Certificate, all 7 copies, stamped and signed by the USDA vet as well as the certified vet that gave them their physical. I'd brought all of the requirements for importing dogs in to Chile. I hoped they agreed that Emmett fit perfectly in his crate-vice, it being too small (if he didn't fit in the largest crate available, how the heck would I get him to Chile?). Lots of scenarios were playing out in my head as we started the process.

The check-in process took longer than I expected. Delta wasn't the problem. The man in front of me in line was shipping two pallets on a flight that was scheduled to leave in 45 minutes. Given that we were at Atlanta Hartsfield, there was no way the pallets were going to get to the plane in 45 minutes. The man behind the counter kept saying that at least 3 hours was needed to make it to the flight. After many phone calls and discussions, the guy FINALLY went out and pulled his truck up to unload. In the meantime, I send Ursula, who is out in the car and I assume reading her book, several text messages regarding the situation. And THEN...there were more issues with his ship-ment...at this point I'm pacing up and down awaiting my turn. The Delta guy finally got him straightened out and we started the process. ARGH.

Papers..check. .flight...check...we had more than enough time to get them to the flight. The Delta agent has me pull up the stow and go minivan to the dock. In order to do this, we had to ask a woman in a full sized van to move as she was in the parking spot. Turns out she was the "kennel" person that is authorized to pick up pups if there is a long layover or a missed flight. Let's just say, I'm glad that Emmett and Riley got on their flight.

Anyway, we got the pups onto the scale...135 kilos of dogs plus crate. The crates were wanded for contraband. This involved me taking the dogs out one at a time and the Delta agent literally climb-ing in to the GIANT kennels to thoroughly check them. The man was a bit surprised by Emmett's size when he came out of the crate. Seems you can't see ALL the dog when he's in the crate. Ship-ping information form filled out...off to the front desk to get documents checked and pay for the 135 kilos of dog plus kennel. Stepping over the small pond of backed up bathroom muck which fortunately only stunk when a breeze blew through the door, I walked up to the desk. The conver-

Emmett and Riley enjoying the wildlife in Chile

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Chile Adventure continued...

sation went something like this: Agent: Do you have a reservation Me: Yes, here's my reference number Agent: mutters something under his breath and goes to get a thick manual from the shelf behind him Agent: sanitary certificate? (I hand him my 7 carbon copies of the health certifi-cate) No, sanitary certificate? (this is where my paranoia and reading the manuals pays off...) Me: Where are you finding that? Agent: TAC manual (ah ha...I think...there was a sanitary certificate mentioned in there, but it was only re-quired for pets traveling alone...NOT if I was on the same flight) Me: I'm flying with the dogs and the regs indicate that I didn't need one in that case (my heart is beating hard...will he buy it) Agent: silence Agent: Original rabies certificates (I hand them over) Agent: That will be $(outrageous amount of money) .

I hand over the plastic, he gives me a receipt for the charge and a waybill. I ask about the health certificate, which I've not made a copy of...he says that the way bill is all I need...I'm dubious and ask someone else and they say the same thing. Well, okay...I say goodbye to the pups, cry a few tears, and pray that they are going to make it. The original agent who is handling the dogs on the loading dock tells me they're going to take good care of them. They'll take them to the quiet room now (I can't imagine how a room full of dogs and cats can be quiet...but at least they aren't sitting out in the cargo facility with all of the activity going on).

After several wrong turns in what are the spaghetti intersections of Atlanta, Ursula and I turn in the car (throwing out the leftover dog food and fast food wrappers), hop the bus with my multiple bags full of dog toys, cameras, hordes of consumer goods that I wouldn't be able to get in Chile, and head to the airport. We check Ursula in for her one way flight with no luggage back to Baltimore....fortunately, we did not pay cash for it and there was no extra TSA attention paid to her. We checked me in...two bags well under the 50 pounds allowed. Darn, I should have brought more stuff. Through security and a tearful goodbye at Ursula's terminal.

As I got to the gate I bugged everyone at Delta to let me know when the pups were loaded. Then I bugged them again. I hesitantly got on the plane, accosted the head steward about the pups, gave him a beautiful glossy 3x5 photo of the pups, asked him to let me know when they were on board, and then anxiously watched as cargo was moved about the tarmac...hoping to catch a glimpse of the giant crates being transported to the plane. No such luck and my twitchiness probably made my neighbor nervous. After the door closed, I grabbed the next attendant that came by. She went be-hind the curtain and came out with a big thumbs up! Phew....exhausted, I fell into a deep, but fitful, sleep and dreamt of trying to get them through customs in Chile with my little waybill...little did I know what a crazy process that would be.....

...to be continued next issue!

Enjoying the garden...

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Chile Adventure continued...

Club/Point of Contact Puppy Handling Obedience Rally Agility Tracking Therapy Carol & Lisa Knock X X

703-759-4917, 703-424-5491

Burke, VA

A Click Above X X X X X

Leesburg, VA

Colonial K9 X X X

Stafford, VA

Corally Burmaster‟s Clicker Training Ctr X X X

Leesburg, VA

Dog Day Afternoon X X X X

Leesburg, VA

Dulles Gateway Obedience X X X X X

Training Club

Frying Pan Park & Purcellville

Fairfax County Parks X X X X

search “pet place”

Frying Pan & Lake Accotink

Parks Rec Centers:

Cub Run, Mt Vernon, Oak Mar,

Providence, South Run, Wakefield

Felicity Dog Training X X X X X

Fairfax Station, VA

Greater Fredericksburg Kennel Club X X X

Fredericksburg, VA

Liberty Hill Pet Resort X X X X

Bealeton, VA

Mt Vernon Dog Training Club X

Alexandria & Burke, VA

Old Towne School for Dogs X X X

Alexandria & Springfield, VA

Pup „N Iron X X X X

Fredericksburg, VA

Warrenton Kennel Club X X

Warrenton, VA

Woofs Dog Training Center X X X X

Arlington, VA

Canine Training Association X X X X X

Beltsville & Davidsonville, MD

Capital Dog Training Club X X X X X X

Silver Spring, MD

Catoctin Kennel Club X X X X X

Point of Rocks, MD

Mason Dixon Kennel Club X X X X X

Sharpsburg, MD

Training Available in VA and MD

With cooler weather setting in, now may be the time to look into indoor training opportunities with your faithful friend! The following list may not be all inclusive and is not an endorsement of any facility or class. It is for reference purposes only. Updated September 2009.

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Over the Rainbow…

SeavaRidge's Keep the Faith "Gracie" 7/15/08 - 09/18/09

―So much love to share, so little time. Loved and sadly missed by Jim, Eileen, Thor and Molly the cat.‖

We are so sorry for your loss—she was still just a puppy. We are glad you came to the Specialty and hope it buoyed your spirits and slightly lifted an aching heart.

C & P GSMDC Board Members Mike Starn - President Huck Bothner - Vice President Jim Rasmussen - Treasurer Mary Jo Rasmussen - Secretary Jean Measell - Director Cathy Cooper - Director Kris F. - Director Phyllis Walker – Director

Additional Positions

Jan Collins —Photographer

Kris F.— Webmaster

Mary Jo Rasmussen – Newsletter Editor

Audrey Starn — Rescue Coordinator

Jenna Starr — Ways and Means

Phyllis Walker — Membership

Darlene Ward—Photographer

C & P Club Member BRAGS! Hanna Fournell-Ferrall wins Junior Handler at the Eastern Regional Spe-cialty—one more win and it‘s on to Westminster!!

Brian Ullom finished his dog Cort at the Blue Ridge Specialty in Augusta, NJ. He is now CH King Crimson Cort. Way to go!!!

Porter, pictured below with Christopher, earned his WPD and WWD titles at the Swissathalon! YIPPEE!

The Mailbarks Specialty Weekend

Just wanted to thank all for sharing the great food and company (furry and non!). This was our first show and we could not have done it without all the encouragement, support and lessons (thank you Jessica and Hannah!). Lots of fun…. Michelle and Carly

What a wonderful weekend it was, everyone, despite the rain! The picnic and seminar were great-thanks Cathy (with Dan and Tracy‘s help)- it was very informational. I agree that we are so lucky to have such a fun, supportive group of enthusiasts. My mom commented on how happy everyone in the Swissy group is—always smiling and laughing. I will have Miss Kenzie at the Middleburg Show and a first try in Rally!! See you there! Megan Fletcher

Great job all weekend everyone. We had a great time. It was so nice to meet so many new people. Swissy owners Rock!!!!! Hate that we missed the show-ing, but Ella didn't run out of the Rally ring today and Barbara's Maggie did not pee. Both qualified for their 2nd legs of Advanced Rally. Hee, hee!!!! It was a fun thing to watch. Awesome job to Hanna handling her Swissy to an-other win in the Jr ring today. One more needed for Westminster! We'll miss you all till we meet again. Tracy, Darlene and Ella

I just wanted to thank everyone involved for making it just a fun time. Good job everyone! Joe Neuman

Big congratulations and Thank You to all the winners and especially the workers for the Specialty. Maybe just a little damp, but a very, very nice day all around. I'm so glad we could get there, even for only a bit! You made it worth the trip! I am So wishing I could come up for the carting weekend!!! Thanks! Good Job! Leslie and the TymeLes SwissPack

Thank you everyone involved for making it such a great weekend!! Hanna and I are truly lucky to be involved with such a wonderful group of people!! Congrats to everyone for their wins. The picnic was great - yum! The semi-nar was great! I can't say enough about the company!! Jessica Fournell

I want to thank everyone for their hospitality. Really enjoyed the weekend. This is the kind of camaraderie that I was used to when I first got into Swis-sys...do not take this for granted. I think I heard rumors of a structure and movement seminar next year...would be glad to help out in a supporting role! Vanna aka Dan Campeau

Another fabulous Newsletter!!! It never ceases to amaze me. It sounds like the specialty weekend was great!

Rita Rimler 12

Gracie Hauptly

Rescued Abbey, with Andrea, joins Christopher and Porter in her new home—what a cutie!

Kids BAROO!

Source: American Kennel Club www.akc.org 13

Getting Started in Junior Showmanship

The American Kennel Club licenses dogs shows that test and evaluate the form and function of purebred dogs. In addition, at some shows the AKC offers classes which evaluate the abilities of the participant on the other end of the lead, the young handler.

AKC Junior Showmanship classes offer youngsters the op-portunity to:

1. Develop their handling skills 2. Learn about good sportsmanship 3. Learn about dogs and dog shows

Who may participate?

Junior Showmanship classes are open to young people from 9 to 18 years old and are divided into Novice and Open classes: All participants in Junior Showmanship classes must have an AKC Junior Showmanship Handler Number. Novice classes are for those youngsters who, at the time entries close, have not won three (3) first-place awards in a Novice class at a licensed or member show. To qualify as a win, more than one person must be in competition in a class. The Novice class gives those who are beginners a chance to gain experience and confidence apart from the more seasoned youngsters. Open classes are for those kids having three or more first-place wins; these are the more experienced Junior Handlers. A beginner can learn how to present their dog more effectively by watching these talented youngsters in the ring.

The classes may be further divided into:

Junior: At least 9 years old but under 12 years old on the day of the show.

Intermediate: At least 12 years old but under 15 years old on the day of the show.

Senior: At least 15 years old but under 18 years old on the day of the show.

Judging criteria

Juniors are judged on their ability to present, or handle, their dogs within the same formats and guidelines as those who compete in the breed ring. The quality of their presentation, not the dog, is judged. Juniors are en-couraged to develop their handling abilities, dress appropriately, conduct themselves in a proper manner, and present their dog in a well-groomed condition.

What about the dog?

Any dog entered must be eligible to compete in dog shows or obedience trials. The dog must be owned by the child, a member of the child's family or member of his household. Many times junior showmanship classes are free (if the dog is entered in regular classes) or are offered at the reduced rate.

How to get started

The best way for prospective junior handlers to see what is involved in junior handling is to watch the Junior Showmanship classes at a dog show. They will see how children take part at all levels of competition, how they have developed friendships and have learned to compete and accept their wins and losses in a gracious manner. Talk to these young participants in our sport. You will be impressed by their knowledge, attitudes and their will-ingness to share their experiences with someone new to the sport. Another way to learn the basics is at your local dog club. Many clubs offer weekly handling classes. These informal sessions are conducted in a relaxed atmosphere and afford both dog and handler an opportunity to practice in a setting similar to an actual show.

Eleven year old Hanna Fournell-Ferrall

Kids BAROO!

Source: American Kennel Club family dog, September/October 2009 14

Kids Bookshelf

PhoDOGraphy: How to Get Great Pictures of Your Dog Kim Levin 2008, Watson-Guptill, $17.95

Levin‘s tips for pet portraits include: placing pups and small dogs on sofas, chairs, benches or other places from which they can‘t jump off too easily; when shooting cats and dogs together, it‘s best to get the cat comfortable first and then bring the dog into the picture; for black dogs, position the dog in the sun outside or use a high shutter speed, higher-speed film and a fill-flash inside; take pictures at the dog‘s eye level so you can see the world as he does; make noise by using a har-monica, musical instrument, or high-pitched sounds with your own voice will of-ten cause dogs to tilt their heads.

Pet Photography Now! Paul Walker 2008, Lark Books, $19.95

Walker suggests you research breed profiles to gain a better understanding of their behavior characteristics; pick the time of day carefully and avoid the mid-day sun or ―top‖ light; don‘t wear your best clothes and be prepared to spend a lot of time lying on your stomach; always consider the health, safety, and welfare of you, the pets and other people present.

Nubs: The True Story of a Mutt, a Marine & a Miracle Major Brain Dennis, Kirby Larson, and Mary Nethery 2009, Little Brown Books for Young Readers, $17.99

―I found a dog in the desert.‖ Thus begins a remarkable tale about a real-life adventure. It is written for children, told with a few simple words and lots of pictures. The journey of a soldier and his canine soul mate, told in spare prose with e-mail messages from Major Dennis highlighting each section, is astonishing and unforgettable.

Marley Goes to School John Grogan 2009, Harper Collins, $17.99

In this lively picture book, the naughty lab follows his young owner to school, creat-ing typical Marley mayhem at every turn. Grogan‘s daughter, Colleen, helped the au-thor imagine this new tale.

Draft Test Premium For complete premium, click:

www.cpgreaterswiss.com/Forms/2009-Trial-Premium.doc

Back-to-Back Draft Tests

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc.

Hosted by

Chesapeake and Potomac Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club

Collins Farm 5139 Perry Road

Mount Airy, MD 21771

Saturday, November 28, 2009

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Test hours begin at 8:00 AM and will continue until all teams have competed.

All judging will be outdoors.

Entries close at 5:00 PM, Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 at the Draft Test Secretary address, after which time entries cannot be accepted, canceled, or submitted except as spe-

cifically allowed in the GSMDCA Draft Test Regulations.

Draft Test Secretary

Jim Rasmussen rasmussen.jr@gmail.com

Mail entries to:

Draft Test

c/o Jim Rasmussen

3152 Holmes Run Road

Falls Church, VA 22042

Draft Test

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Chesapeake & Potomac (C & P GSMDC) GREATER SWISS MOUNTAIN DOG CLUB

Application for Membership

NAME(S)________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE_________________________ ___CELL PHONE__________________________

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Registered Name of GSMD Call Name Registration

#

Breeder Name Date of Birth

Please check all that apply:

Breeder (registered a litter within past 3 years)

Exhibitor (handled dog at AKC event within past 2 years)

Dog Owner (of AKC registered dog)

Judge (AKC-licensed judge)

I (We) agree to abide by the Constitution and Bylaws of this Club and the rules of the American Ken-nel Club. ________________________________________________________________________________ Signature and Date ________________________________________________________________________________ Signature and Date Yearly Membership Fees are $35 for Family Membership, $25 per Individual Member. While mem-bership is unrestricted as to residence, the C & P GSMDC strongly encourages members outside of the Club‘s geographical area (DC, DE, MD, Eastern PA, VA) to apply for Associate Membership. Those who wish to learn more about the GSMD but do not own a GSMD may join as an Associate Member. Associate Membership Fees are $35 for Family Membership, $25 per Individual Member. Associate members are not able to vote or hold office in the C & P GSMD Club.

Please let us know what events you would like C & P to provide and how you would like to support the club. Also, add any additional information you‘d like to share about yourself and/or your dogs. This is YOUR club--let us know what you‘d like to do!

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BBQ‘s, parties, etc. Conformation Agility

Obedience/Rally Dog show help Weight pull

Breed information Health issues Packing

Write Newsletter articles Drafting Rescue

Serve on board Herding Therapy

In what ways would you like to volunteer for the club:

Please send a check payable to the C & P GSMD Club along with this application to the Mem-bership Chairperson, Phyllis Walker, 5933 Sixth Street, Falls Church, VA 22041