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Canine Corner
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October, 2011
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Meeting of the RFKC Board of Directors
Oct. 19, 2011
This meeting was called because of the resignation of RFKC President Kathie Peightal, which necessitated electing an interim VP. In the course of the events, which led up to, her resignation, other issues came up which clearly require addressing and resolving. The meeting took place at High Tails at 4:30 p.m. Present were Julianne Flaherty, Davy Lampman, Erin Galbreath and Laurie Raymond. Terena Thomas and Britton Nieslanik agreed to participate by telephone.
It was moved by Laurie Raymond and seconded by Erin Galbreath that Kathie Peightal's resignation be accepted. It was unanimously approved to accept the resignation.
It was moved by Davy Lampman and seconded by Juilanne Flaherty that Pamela Levy be elected interim VP. It was carried unanimously.
We discussed the Christmas Party and business meeting and decided to set the date for Dec. 11, in order for folks going to Eukanuba to be able to attend, and because we would need to move quickly to secure a location. The Glenwood Springs Community Center was judged to be the most central location with enough room for our usual group. Davy agreed to contact them on the 20th and reserve it if it is available for the 11th from 1 to 4 pm. We compared notes on the feedback from last year's caterer, Moe's, and all recalled only favorable comments. However, we felt it would be best to poll the membership for direct input. Laurie agreed to send the email as soon as Davy determined that we would have the community center on that date. We decided to ask that members who preferred a different catering option obtain a price quote based on a buffet for 30-35 people and send it to the group by Monday the 24th.
Once everyone has had a chance to weigh in, the BOD will make the final decision based on price, quality, and member preferences. The Club's non-adherence to the existing bylaws became an issue recently. We voted to amend them at last year's Christmas party, and Cathie Jarnot made a preliminary draft of suggestions that would bring the bylaws into line with our actual practice. However, the committee that was to have developed formal changes never took up the task. Davy will send out the current bylaws to members along with an explanation of the purpose of bylaws and how they differ from policies and practices. She will also forward Cathie Jarnot's suggested changes, and we hope to have members interested prepared to discuss the topic at the November general meeting. All suggestions will be deliberated and a draft of proposed amendments sent to members two weeks before the December 11th party/meeting, where we will vote on them.
Davy presented the financial report. The Club netted from the show, but his year has incurred a larger than usual loss due to the need to establish our non-profit status with the IRS, and the fee for that, along with the necessary supporting accounting work. This corrected a longstanding failure of the Club to understand and comply with federal tax and status regulations. We had two scholarship applications from vet students this year. Davy moved and Laurie seconded that the Club donate the $250 previously committed to Eagle County, and split the $500 scholarship money equally between the two applicants. The motion carried unanimously. Davy said that because of the high expenses this year and the fact that we are not having a show in 2012, she recommended not making the $1000 charitable donation that is the prerogative of the Show Chair this year. After discussion it was agreed that we would not make this donation, as it is the Show Chair's sole discretion.
We determined that the Board Member and Officers currently serving are in the middle of their two year terms, and that the vacancy in the VP position (beyond the interim service of Pamela Levy) will need to be filled for the coming year. We also nominated Pamela Levy to the BOD (the seat Erin will vacate if she is elected VP,) Other nominations for that board seat can be made at the Nov. general meeting.
We nominated Erin Galbreath, who agreed to serve if elected, and will ask for other nominations at the November general meeting. The election will be held at the business meeting at the Christmas party.
The meeting was adjourned shortly after 6 pm.
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For Comments or Newsletter News, please send to:
Sincerely, Pamela C. Levy pamelalevy@aol.com
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2011 Roaring Fork Kennel Club Officers
President: Julianne Flaherty 9650 CR 311 Silt, CO 81652 Vice President: Pamela Levy PO Box JJ Aspen, CO 81612 (970) 923-4567 pamelalevy@aol.com 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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Next 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. Please RSVP re: the meeting to Laurie by calling or emailing hightails@sopris.net or 970-947-0014.
Why did you join your local Kennel Club? To Play With Your Dog, Of
Course!! Here's your chance. Bring your social and healthy dogs to the 11/9 meeting at High Tails. The business portion will be followed with NoseWork games and dog puzzles hosted by Terena Thomas and Laurie Raymond. Stay active in your club and play with your dog at the same time! Social, healthy dogs only, please.
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A Note Of Clarification From AKC Judge Linda Scanlon
RFKC *is* an AKC club but it is a licensed club rather than a member club. In order to become a member club, said club must provide a great deal of information; jump through a good many hoops.
There is a different fee schedule for a member club and as a member club, you are entitled to have an AKC delegate - that person attends the quarterly delegates meetings and votes on the items coming before the delegate body. It is rather like a state having representation & a vote in congress.
The large majority of clubs are licensed rather than member clubs. Some of the obedience clubs are member clubs but I think virtually all other performance clubs are non-member clubs. It has been a somewhat off & on hot topic in the last few yrs. especially as this relates to agility clubs who are bringing in the most $$ by far but have no representation at the AKC "congress."
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RFKC Christmas Party & Annual Meeting
This year's party will be at the Glenwood Springs Community Center on Midland Avenue from1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday Dec. 11. After getting bids from three different catering outfits, we decided to go with a new one: Val & Staci, who are doing an Italian-themed buffet. They were so tickled to be doing the Kennel Club party that they insist on bringing home-made dog biscuits in "doggie bags" - at no extra charge (they're dog folks!)
Please rsvp to Laurie at this email : laurieraymond16@comcast.net or call High Tails, 970-947-0014, or home, 970-945-8723. If you'd like to help set up or clean up, that would be super.
In the last few weeks we have been circulating our old club bylaws and various people's suggestions for revisions. We thought we might be able to have changes ready to propose during the business meeting part of the party. Since that is effectively our annual meeting, we would get the most members corralled to vote on changes at that time. However, there are a few issues that seem to need a bit more discussion - and we'll at least begin that conversation at the Nov. 9 meeting. And the question, again, of what our club is and wants to be was suggested as a primary point to resolve before we plunge into the detail work of amending bylaws. So, although we probably won't have a final draft of revisions to vote on, we can make some progress at the Nov. meeting and continue at the party.
 Also at the Nov. meeting we will open nominations for the two Board positions (see minutes of Oct. Board Meeting). So far, we have Erin Galbreath nominated for VP and Pamela Levy for Board. Both are two year terms. We will close nominations at the end of the Nov. meeting and vote to fill these two positions at the Christmas party.
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Home-prepared Pet Food Classes at High Tails
The writing is on the wall: the cost of feeding dogs and cats a quality diet is skyrocketing, and will continue to do so. That is, if you are feeding commercial super-premium food. The cost of ingredients is only a small part of the reason why. The two BIGGIES are transportation and food safety. Because the super-premium foods contain lots of meat and fish, the animals are raised or caught in many locations, shipped to slaughter, shipped to manufacturer, shipped to distributor, shipped to retailer - and finally taken home by you. Since the disastrous recall of '08, the concern for safety has lead to demand for US sourcing of ingredients and more, and more thorough, selection, storage, processing and handling safeguards, batch testing, and faster recall ability. Most of the bigger manufacturers have plans to upgrade their facilities. The technology and person power required is formidable.
Right now, you can feed your dog a fresh, nutritionally dense, species-appropriate home-made diet for about the same amount of money you'd spend on the best kibble. But you can use some local or home grown ingredients, buy meat from our own regional producers, and over the next year or two, you can watch the prices of kibble go up far more than your more wholesome diet components.
All you need is to learn the basics of nutrition and get as confident and comfortable preparing food for your pets as you are for yourself and human family. We want to teach you those skills. As we arrange to purchase more of these healthy components from local producers, our customers will have access to better food for lower prices.
The classes teach the essentials and then let you make cat or dog, cooked or raw, recipes and take home the finished product for your pet to try. Jeanne Huyser is generously letting us use her kitchen. The cost is $35 and includes ingredients for you to take home a couple of pounds of food. The first class was held Saturday, Oct. 29, and others will be scheduled over the next few months. Call High Tails (970-947-0014) to sign up, or you can put your name on the sign up sheet on the counter at the store.
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Dog-friendly Games for the Whole Family
By The Dog Daily Expert
A yard, your family and friends, plus at least one dog equal a recipe for ultimate summer fun. Alison Smith, author of the book 101 Fun Things to Do With Your Dog, has a whole section on games that you and your family can play with your dog. Here are two enjoyable ones for a summer afternoon:
Doggy Baseball: For this game, you need at least three human players, a Wiffle-type ball and your dog. You also need to set up bases, which can be easily done with any kind of colorful objects, such as upside-down buckets. One person is a batter, while another pitches. Everyone else -- including your dog -- is a fielder. "The aim of the game is for the batter to hit the ball as far as he can and try to get 'round all of the bases without being out," explains Smith.
Your additional job is to encourage your dog to go after the ball and bring it back to you. Most dogs instinctively do this, but you might have to work a bit to get your dog to return the ball to you. Yelling "Fetch" and bringing along treats can help.
Tag for Dogs: Just like the human game of tag, someone has to be "it," giving other players -- including your dog -- a 10- to 15-second head start to run away before "it" can begin to chase others in a defined area. The first player tagged then becomes "it." "Part of the fun is darting around and avoiding the dreaded 'tag': the point at which the person chasing touches another person or dog, making them 'it' in turn," says Smith. Time the game in one-minute sessions, stopping play by yelling or blowing a whistle. The "it" individual at that point "must sit out until a new game starts," she instructs. "The aim is to have one winner at the end of all the games."
Be sure to have plenty of cool water for all players. For dog tag, Smith also says having more than one dog can up the fun. The dogs may never completely figure out what's going on, but everyone will have a good time anyway.
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Brags
Terena Thomas, Certified Professional Dog Trainer spoke at the 2011
National Conference for the Association of Pet Dog Trainers this
October. Rubbing elbows with life time mentors like Ian Dunbar,
Victoria Stillwell, Suzanne Clothier, Pamela Reid and Patricia McConnell
and of course our local dog expert Laura VanDyne was a high point for
her. As usual, she learned a tremendous amount while attending the
conference and was honored they choose her to present to other trainers
in the nation.
I am sorry haven't been to the meetings at RFKC. Rommel, the finnish spitz, just came back from a national show in Lubbock TX...he got 2 - 4pt majors (the fspitz need 2- 3pt ) with Best of Winners both times, and a 3rd place & 2 seconds in open dog class..so he did very well...now just have 5 pts to go!
Regards, Cheryl McCulloch
I, AKC Linda Scanlon, was also invited to the Eukanuba Invitational. I believe this is the 3rd year in a row for GCH Aarakis Afarim (aka Bravo, a saluki).
Rommel at Heart of Plains show, Supported Entry/Finnish Spitz National
-Lubbock, TX Sept 21-25
Obtained his majors with 2-4pt majors
Handled by Michelle Leathers & Mark Lasiter (shown in pic)
Thanks Cheryl McCulloch
Congratulations to all !!!!!!!
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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.
It should be live next month. This is YOUR club let's make it really wonderful!! Please send your info to pamelalevy@aol.com
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Dental Care
Our dogs are living healthier and longer lives due to advances in veterinary medicine, such as vaccines, heartworm testing and better technology in place to diagnosis illness. However, even with these advances, dental disease is still a common issue in dogs today, often leading to more serious health issues such as Endocarditis (heart valve infection) and Pyelonphritis (severe kidney infection).
What are common dental issues in dogs?
Plaque: Caused by food particles and bacteria collecting along the gumline.
Tartar: If plaque is not removed, minerals in the salvia combine with plaque and form tartar (or Calculus), which adheres strongly to the teeth. Tartar will cause inflammation in gums commonly referred to as gingivitis. Signs of this include reddening of the gums below and around the teeth and bad breath.
Periodontal Disease: If the tartar is not removed, it builds up under the gums. It separates the gums from the teeth to form "pockets" and encourages even more bacterial growth. At this point the damage is irreversible, and is called periodontal disease. It can be very painful and can lead to loose teeth, abscesses, bone loss or infection. As bacterial growth continues to increase, the bacteria may enter the bloodstream, causing infection of the heart valves (endocarditis), liver and kidneys.
What steps can be done to prevent dental issues in dogs?
Annual oral exam performed by your veterinarian, which should check the following:
Dog's face and head for asymmetry, swelling or discharge.
Outside surfaces of the teeth and gums and the "bite".
Inner surfaces of the teeth and gums and the tongue, palates, oral mucosa, tonsils, and ventral tongue area.
Palpate and assess size, shape and consistency of the salivary glands and the lymph nodes in the neck.
Veterinarian dental cleaning as advised. Dental cleanings generally include:
Anesthetizing your dog.
Taking radiographs (x-rays) to assess the health of all of the teeth and bones of the mouth.
Flushing the mouth with a solution to kill the bacteria.
Cleaning the teeth with handheld and ultrasonic scalers. All calculus is removed from above and below the gum line. This is extremely important and can only be done if the animal is under anesthesia.
Using a disclosing solution to show any areas of remaining calculus which are then removed.
Polishing the teeth to remove microscopic scratches.
Inspecting each tooth and the gum around it for any signs of disease.
Flushing the mouth, again, with an antibacterial solution.
Optionally, applying a dental agent to retard plaque build-up.
Recording any abnormalities or additional procedures on a dental chart.
Determining the best follow-up and home dental care program for your dog.
Daily home dental care which includes:
Brushing of teeth daily to weekly depending on your dog's diet, chewing habits, and breed. Ask your veterinarian for the brushing regimen that best suits your dog.
Try PetzLife spray from your local petstore. It really works, ask Laurie!!
Checking for warning signs such as bad breath and redness around gums.
Provide plenty of raw bones and antlers for your dog to chew. Check out High Tails!
Provide chew toys which aid in the elimination of plaque and tartar build up.
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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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 Holiday Travel With Your Dog
As the holidays grow near, many families decide to travel with their four- legged companions. Here are some thoughts to consider: Plan Ahead Before you Go Before taking your dog along with you, make certain he has had a complete check-up and is current on vaccinations, medications, flea and tick controls and de-worming, especially when considering out of state travel. Always check with your veterinarian about your specific travelplans because different areas of the country have different concerns and needs. Think Leptosporosis, Algea blooms, parasites, etc. When packing for yourself pack for your dog too! Be certain your dog's collar and leash are in good condition and ID tags are current. Bring along food, medications and a photo of your dog (in case he strays). You'll also need plenty of plastic bags to clean up after your dog. Don't forget to bring your veterinarian's contact information, along with your dog's medical history and insurance forms, in case of a medical emergency. In addition, consider having your dog microchipped.; if he is already, make sure the information for contacting you is up to date and correct. Before going, your dog should know and consistently respond to basic commands. Always keep him on leash when at rest stops. Exercise him well away from roads. What to Pack
 Don't forget these essentials as you plan to travel with Fido this Holiday Season! * Collapsible food and water bowls * Portable crate * Blankets and towels * Brushes and combs * Housebreaking pads * Odor-removing spray * Healthy treats * Activities such as a ball, kong, chewey, food ball, etc. * Current vaccination records and ID tags * A favorite toy or bed that smells familiar * Contact numbers for local veterinarians and 24-hour emergency vet centers * Collar and leash  Remember to exercise caution when sharing your Thanksgiving meal with your pets. Pancreatitis is extremely painful for your dog and can be prevented by not feeding foods with a high fat content. Keep tidbits you plan to share with Fluffy minimal, but if you must, stay away from foods with excessively salty or greasy ingredients such as cheese, cream, fat and skin. Share with your pooch lean meat or plain veggies such as sweet potatoes to include him in the holiday. Remember that onions are toxic to dogs!!
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If I Didn't Have a Dog... Or Cat...
I could walk around the yard barefoot in safety.
My house could be carpeted instead of tiled and laminated.
All flat surfaces, clothing, furniture, and cars would befree of hair.
When the doorbell rings, it wouldn't sound like a kennel.
When the doorbell rings, I could get to the door withoutwading through fuzzy bodies who beat me there.
I could sit on the couch and my bed the way I wanted,without taking into consideration how much spaceseveral fur bodies would need to get comfortable.
I would have money, and feel no guilt to go on a real vacation.
I would not be on a first-name basis with 6 veterinarians,as I put their yet unborn grand kids through college.
The most used words in my vocabulary would not be: out,sit, down, come, no, stay, and leave him/her/it ALONE.
My house would not be cordoned off into zones withbaby gates or barriers.
I would not talk ' baby talk ': ' Eat your din din ' . 'Yummy yummy for the tummy ' ..
My house would not look like a day care center, toyseverywhere.
My pockets would not contain things like poop bags,treats and an extra leash.
I would no longer have to spell the words B-A-L-L, F-R-I-S-B-E-E, W-A-L-K, T-R-E-A-T, B-I-K-E, G-O,
R-I-D-E
I would not have as many leaves INSIDE my house as outside.
I would not look strangely at people who think having ONEdog/cat ties them down too much.
I' d look forward to spring and the rainy season insteadof dreading 'mud ' season.
I would not have to answer the question 'Why do you haveso many animals?' from people who will never have the joyin their lives of knowing they are loved unconditionally bysomeone as close to an angel as they will ever get.
How EMPTY my life would be!!!
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Over The Rainbow Bridge
In a tragic accident at their home, Alfie was run over and killed. At age 6 he was the 2nd of only 3 Aussies to have won the breed at The National Specialty (twice), Eukanuba and Westminster, before retiring at four. He will be forever missed by his owners Pamela Levy and Rick Crandall.
Pamela Levy
Newsletter Editor
pamelalevy@aol.com
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