GGDFA Newsletter — May 2018

The Greater Gainesville Dog Fanciers’ Association, Inc.

May 2018 Newsletter for Dog Lovers

G.G.D.F.A. P.O. Box 358332

Gainesville, Florida 32635-8332

www.ggdfa.org

General Meeting Dates: 2nd Tuesday each month

PINE GROVE Baptist Church 4200 NW 39th Ave

7:30 pm Gainesville, FL

Board Meeting Dates: 4th Tuesday each month

Club Officers

President — Denise Gaboury 1st VP — Pam Rice 2nd VP — Kathy Davis Secretary — Sarah Wingfield Treasurer — Doris Horton

Club Directors Carol Lamb

Claire Hedrick Marge Saucier Linda Graham

Newsletter Editor

Claire Hedrick

Membership Chair Kathy Davis

April Showers Brings May Flowers

National Pet Week May 6-12 (See Page 5)

AND

National Purebred Dog Day May 1st (see Page 2)

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News From AKC Published www.akc.org

Governmental Achievemets

U.S. Congress House Con Res. 46 and Senate Resolution 144 support the designation of May 1 as National Purebred Dog Day. The resolution, written by the American Kennel Club, recognizes the many ways purebred dogs enhance and enrich our lives, including service, search and rescue, military, livestock guardians, and many other services. AKC hosted a reception for members of Congress and staff at the U.S. Capitol on May 1 to commemorate the day. Florida Senate Bill 1466/House Bill 979, among other provisions, sought to require a pet dealer to only sell or offer for sale a dog procured from a humane society, an animal shelter, or a person or entity who has not been adjudicated and issued certain citations for violating the federal Animal Welfare Act. “Pet dealer” was defined as any person, firm, partnership, corporation, or other association which, in the ordinary course of business, engages in the sale of more than two litters, or 20 dogs or cats, per year, whichever is greater, to the public. This definition included breeders of animals who sell such animals directly to a consumer. Per this definition, HB 979 could have been interpreted to prevent breeders from breeding and selling more than two litters or 20 dogs or cats a year. AKC strongly opposed this measure with numerous letters, personal and coalition advocacy, media releases, and grassroots action. The bills were indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration. Senate Bill 1270 sought to provide for compensatory damages for the injury or death of a pet. AKC opposed this bill which would have had significant consequences for dogs and dog owners. AKC GR worked with a coalition of veterinary groups in opposition; providing talking points, grassroots outreach, letters, and other advocacy. SB 1270, which passed in the Senate Committee on Judiciary, has been indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration.

Canine Legislation Position Statement

Published www.akc.org

THE RIGHT TO KEEP AND ENJOY DOGS

The human-canine bond predates history. Since the dawn of civilization, people have enjoyed the companionship and assistance of dogs. Dog ownership has existed in all cultures, races, climates and economic situations - by monarchs, monks, nomads, and peasants. The American Kennel Club® strongly endorses the right to own, keep and breed dogs in a responsible and humane manner. We believe that responsible dog ownership is compatible with most living arrangements. The AKC® opposes laws that limit the number of dogs a responsible owner may own as well as unreasonable limitations on pet ownership, such as the prohibition of dogs for residents of senior citizen and government subsidized housing facilities. The AKC recognizes the special obligation of dog owners, not only to their pets but also to their neighbors. The AKC supports “curbing” and clean-up ordinances, leash laws, nuisance laws, and other reasonable regulations designed to ensure dogs and their owners remain respected members of their communities.

American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog

The AKC Museum of the Dog has built one of the largest repositories of canine-related art in the world. For the past 30 years, this collection has been lovingly cared for and displayed at its current home outside of St. Louis, MO. We are pleased to announce that the Museum of the Dog will be returning to New York City, home of the AKC headquarters, and where the Museum first took root. This move provides an opportune moment for the Museum to reimagine itself and present its treasures to a far larger audience in one of the greatest cultural capitals in the world.

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Dog Myths Debunked: Does a Warm, Dry Nose Mean a Dog Is Sick?

Published www.akc.org Anna Burke/April,2018

Most dog owners would probably tell you that a cold, wet nose on their canine companion signals a healthy pup. Likewise, many believe a dog is sick when his nose is dry — but is this true? Before we get into that debate, we first need to understand why dogs have wet noses. The answer is simple: wet noses work better. Dogs depend on their highly developed sense of smell to interpret their world, and scent particles stick better to moist surfaces. That wet nose also cools your dog down on hot days, similar to how panting regulates his body temperature. The lining of your dog’s nose contains special mucus producing glands that keep his nasal passageways moist, along with producing a clear, watery fluid that helps keep him cool. Dogs also lick their noses on a regular basis to keep them clean. All that sniffing can result in dirt and pollen collecting around your dog’s nostrils, and licking serves two purposes: not only does it keep your dog’s nose wet, but pups can also interpret smell through taste, thanks to a highly specialized olfactory organ called the Jacobsen organ.

So, What Does It Mean When a Dog’s Nose Is Dry? As convenient as it would be to have an easy way to gauge sickness in dogs, there are several perfectly normal reasons why a dog’s nose might be warm or dry, and it is worth noting that sick dogs can have wet noses, too. Let’s take a look at some possible explanations as to why your dog’s nose might be dry:

Your dog was napping. Sleeping dogs don’t usually lick their noses, so they may wake up with warm noses. Dehydration from exercise. Strenuous exercise is dehydrating, which can lead to a dry nose. Exposure to the elements. Exposure to hot sunlight, wind, or cold can dry your dog’s nose, and, in some cases, may result in chapped or sunburned snouts. Lying next to a source of heat, like a fire or a heat vent, can also cause dry skin on your dog’s nose. Age. Some dogs develop dry noses with age.

News From AKC (continued) Published www.akc.org

AKC.TV — the New Network for Dog Lovers

It’s exciting! It’s new! It’s just for dog lovers! Introducing AKC.TV, a digital network devoted to all things dog. Whether you just brought home your first puppy or you’ve lived around canine companions your entire life, here are a few reasons you’ll want to tune in to AKC.TV. 3 Reasons to watch AKC.TV 1. It’s available to stream 24/7. You’ll have on-demand access to dog-related programming on any connected device, including phones, tablets, Apple TV, and Roku. Plus, the network has plans to move to several other distribution platforms in the coming months, including Amazon Fire TV and Google Chromecast. “The AKC has leveraged more than 130 years of expertise in dogs to create a platform that works for today’s audience,” says Gina DiNardo, Executive Secretary of the AKC. “We wanted to create a channel that gives viewers a positive experience, introduces dog lovers to the world of the AKC, and celebrates our love for dogs everywhere.” 2. You can watch live events — even full shows. We’re not just talking clips and trailers, but full-length programming. You can tune in now to see the 2018 AKC National Agility Championship, for example. There are even some rare treasures, like the 1960 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. You’ll have unique access to events all over the country that you won’t find on broadcast television. 3. You’ll get information you need from an extensive video library. AKC.TV provides access to training tips, health and nutrition content, info on specific breeds, and lots more. If you just want to be entertained, you can browse topics on everything from dog sports to lifestyle videos.

AKC.TV

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Dog Myths Debunked: (continued) Published www.akc.org Anna Burke/April,2018

A hot, dry nose doesn’t always mean trouble, but it can certainly be a sign of fever, dehydration, or even conditions like dry eye. If your dog’s dry nose is accompanied by other symptoms, like lethargy, vomiting or diarrhea, or changes in activity or appetite, contact your veterinarian for advice. Looking and touching your dog’s gums and noting their color can yield more accurate information than his nose. If gums are moist, that’s a sign of good hydration. If they’re very dry, or tacky, it could be a sign of dehydration. If gums are a nice pink, like a person’s, it’s a good sign. Pale gums could be an indication of anemia or low blood pressure. If your dog has bright red-purple or pal blueish gums, he should be examined by a veterinarian right away.

DACHSHUND MUSEUM Published www.nytimes.com

Laura Holson/April,2018

In the 1990s, the painter David Hockney was so enamored with his dachshunds, Stanley and Boodgie, that he immortalized them in paintings and a book. Starting this month, anyone who loves dachshunds as much as he does can visit what is being called the first museum to honor this favorite breed. The Dackelmuseum opened in early April in Passau, Germany, a gallery of dachshund memorabilia with a collection of more than 4,500 paintings, books, statues and porcelain wares devoted to Bavaria’s celebrated wiener dog. It is only one of several new museums celebrating man’s — and woman’s — best friend, including the Museum of Dog, which opened last month in North Adams, Mass. Early next year, the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog will open in New York City, just in time for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Like the Museum of Dog, the Dackelmuseum grew out of its founders’ love of their canine companions. “No other dog in the world enjoys the same kind of recognition or popularity as the symbol of Bavaria,” Seppi Küblbeck, one of the founders of the Dackelmuseum, told Reuters. No, it’s not the Smithsonian, although hounds are well represented in that institution’s collections. Still, dogs have long had a place in the art world, from Cairo, where a canine mummy is on display at the Egyptian

Museum, to Manhattan, where Jeff Koons’s “Balloon Dog (Orange)” sold for $58.4 million at Christie’s in 2013. (It was the most ever paid at auction for a work by a living artist.) In England, there’s even something for the fashion crowd: Leeds Castle, in Kent, has a collection of dog collars dating to the 15th century. Below are a few museums around the world devoted exclusively to our canine friends. At this rate, cats may start to wonder what’s up. Dackelmuseum, Passau, Germany Mr. Küblbeck and Oliver Storz have been collecting dachshund memorabilia for a quarter-century. But the bulk of the collection — about 3,500 items — was acquired from a Belgian musician who sold it because he was getting married, Mr. Storz said. An array of books, drawings and porcelain figurines are now crowded into overstuffed display cases. One object of note: a Waldi, the first official Olympic mascot, created for the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich. (It’s a plush toy.) Dachshunds, which were bred in the Middle Ages to flush badgers out of their burrows, are the 13th most popular dog breed, according to the American Kennel Club. Fans including Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein. American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog, Queeny Park, Mo. Just in case Park Avenue didn’t already have enough dogs on display: Next year, the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog is moving from its current home in suburban St. Louis to a ground floor gallery space in the Kalikow building, in Midtown Manhattan. the story of the dog, and we can do that through our collection.” Barryland, Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard, Martigny, Switzerland Where else would one find a museum to honor the St. Bernard? Martigny is situated at the Great St. Bernard Pass in the Pennine Alps, where for centuries travelers have been greeted by the loyal dogs, known for their prowess in avalanche rescues. Monks bred St. Bernards in the late 17th century for work and to aid travelers overwhelmed by harsh winter conditions. The museum, founded in 2006, is next to a Roman amphitheater and houses portrayals of the creatures in literature, art and culture. The main attraction, though, might be the dogs themselves, which can be petted and observed in their kennels on the first floor.

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They’re the best listeners in the world

It’s human nature, when told something, to respond

and ask questions. Really though, sometimes we

don’t want the answers to our most difficult

questions right then and there. Sometimes, we just

want someone to listen.

They don’t judge, about anything, ever

While they may live among us, pets don’t truly live

in the same world. They don’t care about wealth,

social status, job titles, or even looks. Pets are the

most accepting beings on Earth.

New Officers Elected April General

Meeting

Club Officers President — Denise Gaboury

1st VP —Pam Rice 2nd VP — Kathy Davis

Secretary — Sarah Wingfield Treasurer — Doris Horton

Club Directors

Carol Lamb Claire Hedrick Marge Saucier Linda Graham

“Anybody who doesn’t know what soap

tastes like never washed a dog.”

– Franklin P. Jones (humourist)

National Pet Week Published www.petweek.org

Join us in celebrating the 36th anniversary of

National Pet Week! This special week was created

in 1981 by the American Veterinary Medical

Association and is historically celebrated the first

week of May. During National Pet Week, we

celebrate the loving bonds we share with our pets

and encourage responsible pet ownership.

No matter the time, no matter the place, no matter

the day, our pets always make the world a little

brighter. Regardless to how tough things may

seem, pets eagerly provide comfort, sympathy, and

unquestioned understanding when we most need it.

This May 6-12, celebrate National Pet Week by

recognizing our fun loving family members who

give us everything, asking only for a smile in

return…and maybe an occasional treat.

It reminds us of the “ones we’ve raised”

On the surface, the success of our pets is based

entirely on how we care for them. In the end, how

they behave, interact, and thrive is dependant on

how we raise them, and it makes us proud.

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What Exotic Fruits Can Dogs Eat?

Published www.DOGSTER.com Melvin Pena , July 2017

1. Can dogs eat acai berries? Properly spelled “Açaí,” these tropical berries have been the rage among health-food aficionados for the better part of the last decade. While the ASPCA does not consider Acai berries to present any risk of toxicity for dogs, try not to give your dog an entire bowl of them. Acai contains theobromine, the primary cause of chocolate poisoning in dogs. 2. Can dogs eat blood orange? As a member of the citrus family, the blood orange tree itself — including the leaves, stems, and other parts of the plant — contains citrus oils. Contact with these oils can cause skin allergies and irritation. As for the fruit’s fleshy interior, stick to a wedge or half a wedge as an occasional treat. The worst you can expect from a blood orange’s citric acid content is a bit of stomach upset. 3. Can dogs eat dragon fruit? There are several varieties of dragon fruit, a member of the cactus family. The kind of dragon fruit you’re most likely to encounter at a market specializing in exotic or tropical fruits is the white-fleshed pitahaya. The popular name of “dragon fruit” refers to the rubbery, spiky petals that decorate the outside husk of the fruit. Cutting away the outer shell, dragon fruit pulp is safe for dogs in small amounts. 4. Can dogs eat fig? There’s very little I like more than a ripe fig, plucked right off the tree, but you should exercise caution where your dog is concerned. A fig tree’s white, milky sap, present especially in the leaves and all parts of the fruit, contains an enzyme called ficin. The ficin in fresh fig sap can spur allergic skin reactions in humans, but is also known to cause similar rashes, irritation, and itching when consumed by dogs, so unless they’re dried, figs are best avoided. 5. Can dogs guava? Apple guava, the most common variety of guava sold in markets, isn’t known to have any adverse effects on dogs. All the same, even safe fruits eaten in excess can upset a dog’s normal digestion, causing vomiting, diarrhea, and cramping as a result. 6. Can dogs eat kiwi fruit? Kiwi is another fruit that I completely adore, but even I made the mistake, the first time I had one, of not completely removing the fuzzy, bristly peel. I ended up pulling the tiny quills from my tongue and lips for the rest of that day. Your dog runs the same risk with an unpeeled kiwi. As with any naturally sweet and juicy fruit, too much kiwi can have adverse effects on her digestive tract. Peeled and dried kiwi fruit should present no problems as an occasional treat.

7. Can dogs eat kumquat? Kumquats are one of the rare branches of the citrus family whose skin is as edible for humans as its pulp. In a concentrated form, citrus oil derived from the rind of these fruits can irritate a dog’s skin on the outside and the liver on the inside, so it’s always recommended to peel kumquats and other citrus fruits if you are determined to offer your dog a taste. 8. Can dogs eat passion fruit? While the blue and the running pop varieties of passion flower are considered toxic to both humans and pets due to their cyanide content, it’s extremely unlikely that the passion fruits produced by these varieties would find their way into your local market. The golden and purple varieties of passion fruit are the kinds you are most likely to encounter, and of these, purple is the least likely to cause your dog any immediate stomach upset. 9. Can dogs eat persimmon? While persimmons may not contain many seeds, any that are ingested can irritate and inflame a dog’s small intestine. Add to this that the ripe persimmon is high in natural sugars, and even a little bit might cause digestive upset. On the other hand, if your dog is constipated, the high dietary fiber of persimmons, in small amounts, may help move things along. 10. Can dogs eat pineapple? As long as the rough, spiky outer husk of the pineapple is removed, a chunk of pineapple here and there is great for dogs. Avoid feeding your dogs canned pineapples, though. Aside from the intense sugar content in the heavy syrup, canned pineapples are soaked in preservatives and additives that your dog doesn’t need. 11. Can dogs eat pomegranate? Like passion fruit, pomegranate is an exotic fruit whose interior consists largely of seeds. To avoid intestinal blockages from these indigestible seeds, you should mash up the seedy pulp before giving a spoonful to your dog. Which tropical fruit is your favorite? Whatever benefits that your dog may derive from eating a piece of tropical or exotic fruit are likely to be found in her usual standard dog food. Here, the nutrients are portioned to serve your dog’s needs. A bit of strange fruit now and then, particularly if you find them dried or dehydrated, can be a nice treat on occasion. Too much of any new food is likely to cause digestive upset, so when you get your fruit of the month delivered, proceed with caution and moderation when sharing the bounty of exotic climes with your dogs!

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would become what breeders call the “foundation bitch.” And from Susan’s line, the queen’s breeding program at the Kennels of Windsor whelped hundreds of corgi puppies. Elizabeth never sold them but instead gave them to family friends. The British press reported that the breeding program quietly ended a couple of years ago. The queen did not want to leave dogs behind for others to care for after her death. The queen has, quite obviously, loved her pets. She reportedly took pride in feeding them herself — and was often photographed on walks beside them. They leaped on the sofas. They insisted on tummy rubs. They chased a lot of rabbits. The little dogs, too, gave much in return. They softened and humanized a monarch who has sometimes been viewed as a cool, distant star (at least until “The Crown” television series came along). The dogs have also been steady stand-ins for the sometimes dysfunctional royal family. “In living memory, no world leader has been as widely identified with a particular animal as Elizabeth II with her corgis,” Michael Joseph Gross wrote in Vanity Fair in 2015. “Symbols of friendliness, they are shrewdly deployed for publicity purposes, lending warmth to her public image.”

Queen Elizabeth II loses her last corgi, Willow, marking the end of a scrappy

canine dynasty Published www.washingtonpost.com

LONDON — Never easy to lose a pet. Getting a little weepy even typing that sentence. Reports from the palace say Britain's Queen Elizabeth II is absolutely gutted by the loss of her beloved corgi Willow, the last in a royal line of loyal, nippy dogs who have kept the monarch company during her entire reign. The Daily Mail’s correspondent says the 91-year-old queen was hit “extremely hard” by the death of good ol' Willow, 14, who died on Sunday (April 18th) — was put down, actually — after suffering a bout of damnable cancer. For more than 80 years, Her Majesty has been surrounded by corgis. There is barely a family portrait that does not include a couple of the tawny red, white-pawed, short-legged pooches under foot. Elizabeth was mad for Pembroke Welsh Corgis ever since she was a little girl. During her long life, the queen has not had just a corgi — she has had a pack of corgis. Thirty of them in all. Alas, no more. A person with ties to Buckingham Palace told the Daily Mail: “She has mourned every one of her corgis over the years, but she has been more upset about Willow’s death than any of them. … It is probably because Willow was the last link to her parents and a pastime that goes back to her own childhood. It really does feel like the end of an era.” Why? Family. Tradition. Dynasty. Sands of time, all that. Twitter was filled with notes of condolences for the queen's loss of the royal couch-surfer. Elle magazine posted a note at the end of its report, “Our thoughts go out to the Queen and her household during this difficult time.” When Elizabeth was a little girl, her father, who would go on to be crowned King George VI, brought home a corgi named Dookie in 1933. Elizabeth was 7; her sister, Margaret, 3. In 1944, for her 18th birthday, Princess Elizabeth was given a corgi of her own named Susan, who later accompanied Elizabeth on her honeymoon. Susan would

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Secretary’s Notice of GGDFA Meetings

The next General Meeting of the GGDFA will be Tuesday, May 8th, promptly at 7:30 pm PINE GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH, 4200 NW 39TH AVE, Gainesville, FL

The next Board Meeting will be Tuesday, May 22nd

Training Classes

LOCATION: OAK HALL SCHOOL - Covered and lighted

Tower Road , Gainesville

Obedience/Rally classes— Thursdays 6:00 pm With Denise Gaboury 316-4543

Conformation classes—see Susie Keel—Facebook

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The editor reserves the right to edit or withhold copy that which may be detrimental to the standards of this publication. The deadline for submission of articles, announcements, and brags to the newsletter is the 15th of each month. Materials received after that date will appear in the following month’s publication, depending upon space availability.

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