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Canine Corner
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October, 2011
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Dear Members,
We hope you are having a wonderful summer. We are trying a new format for the newsletter. We hope you enjoy it. Please send your comments to Terena Thomas at terena@caninecountryschool.com.
Sincerely,
Pamela C. Levy
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2011 Roaring Fork Kennel Club Officers
President: Kathie Peightal 5397 Upper Cattle Creek Carbondale, CO 81623 (970) 963-2133 Vice President: Julianne Flaherty 9650 CR 311 Silt, CO 81652 Treasurer: Davy Lampman 0789 Cactus Flats Rd Carbondale, CO 81623 (970) 963-1758 Secretary: Laurie Raymond 50633 Hwy 6 & 24 Glenwood, CO 81601 (970) 947-0014 Roaring Fork Kennel Club Directors
Terena Thomas 14503 Colorado River Rd. Gypsum, CO 81637
(970) 524-8724
Britton Nieslanik 7199 Cnty Rd, 115 Glenwood, CO 81601
(970) 928-0482
Erin Galbreath 115 Vista Drive Glenwood, CO 81601 (970) 379-3822
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mberNext Meeting Mark Your Calendars
The next meeting will be November 9th at 7 pm at High Tails. As usual we will have pizza, soft drinks, wine and beer. The November meeting is important as we will: * be deciding who/how to make donations this year * we will be planning the Christmas party * we will get a report on the status of the RFKC show from Davy * we will get a "show and tell" from Laurie Please RSVP re: the meeting to Laurie by calling or emailing hightails@sopris.net or 970-947-0014.
Save The Date November 9th!
Why did you join your local Kennel Club? To Play With Your Dog, Of
Course!! Here's your chance. Bring your dogs to the 11/9 meeting at
High Tails. The business portion will be followed with fun dog
training/ game hosted by Terena Thomas. Stay active in your club and play with your dog at the same time! Social, healthy dogs only, please.
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News From Terena Thomas
Julie Price's Staffordshire Bull Terrier Jasper jumps perfectly through the agility tire. Photo by Karen Church.
Terena Thomas would like to invite Roaring Fork Kennel Club members, their well behaved, healthy, social family members (four-legged and two legged) to the Canine Country School on October 29th from noon to 2 PM for free agility training outside- weather permitting. This is a fun activity for you and your dog, so you must RSVP to terena@caninecountryschool.com or (970) 524-8724 by Friday, October 28th. ____________________________________________________
Want to legally bring your dog to a restaurant? Check out the bill that passed in Maryland! http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/features/mutts/blog/2011/04/dining_with_dogs_bill_passes_o.html#more Cool Articles and Great Information www.dogwork.com Dog-Fanciers (participating in canicross)in Scotland http://vimeo.com/28255109 |
Earthdog Day in the Roaring Fork
Are you interested in having an Earthdog Day in the Roaring Fork? Chuck Bessant an Earthdog Judge residing in the Colorado Springs area would be happy to come and assist us for a day. We would need a place to dig tunnels and tunnel diggers. Earthdog will also be offered in Elizabeth , CO on October 22/23 by the Cairn Terrier Club of Denver.
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Puppies
Any one expecting a litter? Please email me at pamelalevy@me.com and I will include your information in the next newsletter and we can also add it to our website if you are interested.
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Brags
Barbara Yamaguchi and Tres after his 2nd leg for RN. He took the blue with 93 points.
 From Kathie Pieghtal My 8 year old Bitch took Best Veterans at our Sweeps in Greeley in August.
CH Blackjack Roughy Rain Dawg, CD, RAE,CGC  My boy, Blackjack Tugboat RainDawg Son of A Ship, took BOB one day this weekend at the Grand Junction Dog Show.  Photo By Laura Smith
From Pamela Levy I had four of my dogs invited to Eukanuba 2011. My Australian Terrier, "Indy" is ranked #1 in Breed Points. 
"Indy" My Australian Terrier, Ringo is ranked #5 in Breed Points 
"Ringo" Tucker was invited as a Veteran but is now living in a pet home. Beckham was invited and he is currently #13 in the country in Breed points. |
Minutes From Last Meeting
 This Norfolk Terrier rests in the autumn leaves after successfully finding his rat.
The September meeting was cancelled. The minutes from the August meeting are now posted on the facebook page and will soon be posted to the new website.
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We are updating the website.
How can you help? We need your photos! We need your suggestions! We need to know if you have a website and would like to have it included on the RFKC page. Please send photos, thoughts, websites etc. to pamelalevy@me.com This is YOUR club let's make it really wonderful!!
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| Glossary Of All AKC Totals
Enjoy reading up on all the fun you can have with your dog!
http://www.akc.org/events/titles.cfm?page=2
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News From The AKC
The AKC Government Relations Department (AKC GR) assists dog owners with canine legislation issues in their local communities, but we can't help unless we are aware of the proposal! If you hear of an issue in your city or county, please contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org. We will be happy to provide you with the resources, tools, and support you need to defend responsible dog ownership in your community. |
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Omega-3 Deficiency #1 Reason Pets Develop
Flaky Skin
Dry, itchy skin is often seen in dogs and cats. Many pet guardians will try changes in grooming patterns or products with no relief for their pets. When flaky skin persists in pets, dietary factors could be what are keeping them from enjoying healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Dietary deficiency is the number one reason that Dr. Karen Becker sees excessive flaking with pets in her veterinary practice. She recently posted an educational video on the topic, explaining, "Deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids is the specific dietary cause for the flaking to occur. Dogs and cats need an abundance of omega-3 fatty acids."1 Dr. Becker is an integrative wellness veterinarian and was named one of Chicago's Top Ten Vets, according to Chicago Magazine.
As Dr. Becker pointed out, carnivores thrive on the essential nutrients from animal fats in foods. Most premium pet foods, contain plenty of healthy Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. However, if your customers are still seeing itchy, flaky skin on their dogsand cats, you might recommend a supplement that provides additional essential fatty acids.
"Deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids is the specific dietary cause for the flaking to occur. Dogs and cats need an abundance of omega-3 fatty acids."
North Atlantic sardine oil, is a natural, rich source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids. This brilliant, gold oil is the most popular source of EPA and DHA used in dietary supplements. It contains more EPA and DHA than salmon oil and has naturally lower levels of environmental contaminants. The oil is then purified and molecularly distilled to remove all the traces of harmful contaminants and to achieve its human, pharmaceutical grade. Supplementing with sardine oil can help to relieve a pet's itchy, flaky skin. |
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Enjoying Autumn
Here are some safety tips for your outdoor adventures so that your trip is enjoyable and you arrive back home safe and sound:
Wear blaze orange when hunting or hiking outdoors.
Fall big game hunting seasons for antelope, deer, elk, moose, bear, bighorn sheep and mountain goat begin with archery hunters in August and finish with rifle hunters around mid-November.
Wear the proper attire outside including layers that can be removed as the weather warms up and raingear to shield you from afternoon storms. Quick dry garments will dry faster than cotton clothing (jeans or sweatshirts), which allow your body to lose heat when wet.
Keep dogs on a leash and obey leash laws to keep them from running after wildlife, OR attracting the wrong wildlife back to their owner. Use orange vests or flagging attached to their collars to keep them visible and bells to prevent them from startling wildlife.
2011 Hunting Seasons
Archery
Plains deer (east of I-25, except Unit 140)
Oct. 1-21 and Nov. 2-30 and Dec. 15-31
Muzzleloading Rifle
Plains deer Oct. 8-16
Pronghorn Oct. 21-29
Rifle Deer/Elk/Moose
Moose Oct. 1-14
(1st season) Oct. 15-19
(2nd season) Oct. 22-30
(3rd season) Nov. 5-13
(4th season) Nov. 16-20
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An important message to improve the lives of all dogs.
Dear AKC Breeder,
The next time you receive a new AKC Litter Kit, including your dog registration applications, you'll see it's different.
The look has changed to celebrate the many ways breeders and owners help dogs every time they register. While you know registration is important for breeding and showing purebred dogs, you may not know that registration does so many other things for the betterment of dogs everywhere.
Every time you or one of your owners has registered a dog with the AKC it has helped make it possible to fund over $30 million towards kennel inspections, canine health research, lost dog recovery, and search & rescue support. Imagine how much more could be done if every one of your new dog owners registered their puppies as well!
The litter kit, including the dog registration applications, now beautifully highlights all the good things breeders and owners do for dogs each time they register. It also serves as a reminder that it is both breeder and owner registration fees that help to fund these efforts.
We ask that you take the time to become familiar with these new materials and share them with your buyers. As an AKC breeder, you are already a large part of this "Good Things We Do" effort. You are in the best position to tell new dog owners why registering their puppies is important. As the breeder of their new puppy, they will rely on you to know what's best for their new family member.
Please walk your new dog owners through the new dog registration application. Explain to them how their registration fee will help support kennel inspections, canine health research, lost dog recovery and search & support. You'll be playing a vital role in improving the lives of all dogs. On behalf of dogs everywhere. . .Thank You!
Please note if you are a Breeder Of Merit, they have several breed specific logos to put on your website.
If you are not a Breeder of Merit and are interested in learning on how to become one click here.
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Eukanuba 2011
This year Eukanuba will be held in Orlando, FL on Dec 17th and 18th. The invitations are out and they were sent by email this year.
For a premium list, click here .
To see if you may have qualified click here .
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Halloween
Be safe this Halloween and keep dogs away from candy (especially sugar-free candies that use Xylitol and chocolate.) Put dogs away if costumed greeters might cause them to worry or better yet, use the night to teach your dog to run to their bed every time they hear the doorbell. Poison Control Hotlines
It's always a good idea to post close at hand your veterinarian's number, the number of an emergency clinic, and the number for the Poison Control Center.
Before you call, note the time your pet was exposed to the toxin, the type of product ingested, the manufacturer's name and any ingredients you can find listed on packaging.
ASPCA Ani-Med 1.888.721.9100 ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center 1.888.426.4435
They charge a flat fee of $65.00 per issue. Tuft University School of Veterinary Medicine 508.839.5395
Pet Lover's Helpline 1.900.776.0007 
Don't let costumed children frighten your dogs.
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