Greetings!
Sherry Anderson said, "Volunteers don't get paid, not because they're worthless, but because they're priceless". Would you like to make a "priceless" contribution to the NCA? The following committees are seeking volunteers: AKC Legislative Liaison Committee, Breeders List Committee, Electronic Publications Policy Committee, General Education Committee, Technical Resources Committee, NCA Policy Manual. If you would like more information on these positions, please visit the Committee Openings Page, and contact Kathy McIver, Committee Liaison |
AKC Breeder™ features tips on Evaluating Your Litter
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 The fun begins the moment you cradle the first newborn puppy in your hands and wonder, What will this one be like when he grows up? The spring issue of the AKC Breeder newsletter features interviews and tips from top breeders compiled by Arliss Paddock, who breeds and shows English Cocker Spaniels and is former managing editor of the AKC Gazette. Read the full article online.
Upcoming AKC-AKC CHF Breeders Symposia - April 4:Pomona, CA; July 5:Tampa, FL;
September 19:Enid, OK; November 7:Philadelphia, PA
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2009-2010 Breeder's List Application Available Online
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To better inform Newfoundland puppy buyers about our breed, the NCA Board is continuing its campaign to increase membership on the Breeders List. This list is a valuable link between buyers and knowledgeable NCA member-breeders. Our goal is to have every NCA member who meets these qualifications sign up to help meet this tremendous need.
Download a Breeders List Application
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New Book on Historical Newfs
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Loyal Hearts: Histories of American Civil War Canines
by Michael Zucchero by Schroeder Publications
Hardcover
List Price:
$25.00
Our Price:
$21.95
Buy NowMany Newfoundlands throughout history have served their countries as mascots during wartime. You can learn more about these dogs at the History section of the NCA website.
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National Deadlines Approaching
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 March 31 - Deadline for Registrations, Vendor Form, Post Show Catalog Requests, Volunteer Form, RV Parking Reservations, Special Needs Forms, Draft Test Entries, Decorative Carting Entries, Newf Carting Olympics Entries, Fine Arts Auction/Brown Bag Form, Priority Grooming Space, RV Reserved Daytime Parking, Rescue Parade Entries, Reserve Meeting Rooms, Golf Cart Requests, Banquet Reservations, Top 20/5 Tickets
April 8 - Entries close at Roy Jones - Conformation, Obedience & Rally
Visit the GLNC National Specialty Website for more information.
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| 5th Annual Genes, Dogs & Cancer Conference |
 The NCA Charitable Trust was a sponsor for the Fifth International Canine Cancer Conference, The Genes, Dogs and Cancer held Feb 13-15, 2009 in Orlando, Fl. Clyde Dunphy attended the event representing the NCA Trust. The were over 30 papers presented on advances in canine cancer, genetic and DNA research. Many of these research projects are collaborations within the research communities for canine and human research. Additionally, three breed clubs presented ways that they are supporting breed specific research. The NCA Trust is very interested in advancing genetic research and supporting this conference was an excellent way to support that research and an opportunity to interact with the research community. READ MORE
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Disaster Preparedness
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Are you prepared to provide for your dogs in case of personal or natural disaster? Ann Thibaults has contributed a valuable article on preparedness, which includes downloads of emergency directives and information forms from NCA member Andy Zinsmeyer.
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This article is just one of a collection of informational articles available in
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Breeder Education DVD Now Shipping
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Have you ordered your copy of the 2008 Breeder Forum? Download an order form
or email the BEC for more information
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Visit the Newfoundland Dog Library
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