Greetings!
 It's October and fall is in full swing, and many Newf fanciers look forward to Draft Tests, Pumpkin Pulls, and Halloween costume contests. Here we see Judi Randall's Chuckie dressed as the Tin Man. Remember that community events are always a good time for us to be ambassadors for the breed and provide us with opportunities to educate the public about our Newfoundlands. If you are looking for resources to share for public education, you can download a number of informative brochures from the NCA website.
As always, we want to hear from you. Email us at any time with your comments and suggestions. |
NCA Charities Partner with eBay to Raise Funds
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 NCA Charities is part of the eBay Giving Works program. So, you can support our mission when you buy and sell on eBay. Here's how:
Buy
You can find whatever you're looking for on eBay - from baseball cards to new cars and more. When you do, shop for items that benefit us. You can get a great deal and support Health Challenge, and Rescue at the same time! Shop now to support NCA Charities.
Sell
You can also support NCA Charities when you sell on eBay. Just designate our organization to receive 10-100% of your final sale price the next time you list something great.
Did you know that charity listings often get more bids and higher prices than regular eBay listings? Boost your sales and support our critical work while you're at it! Plus eBay gives back to you too, with a fee credit on your basic selling fees. Sell now to support NCA Charities.
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News from the AKC Canine Health Foundation
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 The AKC has debuted two new Genome Barks™ podcasts of interest to Newfoundland fanciers. One is an interview on cardiac disease and the second focuses on elbow dysplasia.
The AKC will also be hosting a Breeder Education Symposium in Athens, GA November 8-9. In February the AKC Canine Health Foundation will feature "Genes, Dogs, & Cancer: 5th International Canine Cancer Conference" February 12-15 in Orlando FLA.
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Anne Mainman Art Featured in Dog World
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 English artist and Newfoundland fancier Anne Mainman had her artwork profiled in a recent issue of Dog World, the piece at left, entitled "The Explorers" was auctioned at the last National Specialty for a record price, with proceeds benefiting NCA Charities. Other works by Anne have been donated to Newfound Friends a UK Charity raising money for terminally ill children.
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DNA Samples Urgently Needed!
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The Cranial Cruciate Ligament Study (CCLR) which is being conducted at the University of Minnesota and funded through the Newfoundland Health Challenge is in need of DNA. DNA from any Newfoundland who has experienced a torn cruciate ligament or any member of his/her immediate family, sire dam, siblings, the DNA is needed. Please visit the CHIC website for the directions on how to submit your Newf's DNA to the CHIC DNA repository. And the good news is that there is a rebate program to subsidize the submission of DNA to the CHIC DNA repository. Each DNA submission is eligible for a $20.00 rebate. Please order your kit, have the blood drawn and ship it tomorrow. This study could provide the key for those Newfs who are predisposed to a CCLR, please invest in the future of the our breed and donate the needed DNA. Read more about the study.
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Order by December 10 for Holiday Delivery
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 The second Dannyquest Statue in the limited edition series to benefit
the NCA Newfoundland Health Challenge is available to order now - download an order form. Orders received by December 10 will be shipped in time for the holidays. Contact Kathy Paxton for additional information |
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Television Premiere
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Which breed is a certified lifeguard? Which breed came first the 'hot
dog' or the dog that 'looks' like a sausage? On the November 1 episode
of DOGS 101, experience a dog's eye-view of the Newfoundland, the
Bichon Frise, the Dachshund, the Beagle, and the Boxer.
Learn more
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Regional Request
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Attention all exhibitors at the Genesee Region Newfoundland Club Regional Specialty, 9/27.
Our Newf Tide report includes photos of winners and those who
placed first in their class. Please send your dog's photo for
inclusion to Jacqueline Brellochs, 1405 Ellis Hollow Rd., Ithaca, NY
14850 by November 29th. Thank You.
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New Apointments
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At it's October Teleconference, the NCA Board of Directors appointed
Susan Wagner and Christopher Plum to the Steering Committee and Brian
Hodges was appointed as chair of the Working Achievement Award
Committee. Would you like to get involved and help the NCA? Contact
Committee liaison Kathy McIver and discuss where your skills could best be used to help our breed. |
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