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2011 Roaring
Fork Kennel ClubOfficers
President:Kathie Peightal397 Upper Cattle Creek
Carbondale, CO 81623970) 963-2133
Vice President:
ulianne Flaherty
9650 CR 311Silt, CO 81652
Treasurer:
Davy Lampman
0789 Cactus Flats RdCarbondale, CO 81623
970) 963-1758
Secretary:
Laurie Raymond
0633 Hwy 6 & 24Glenwood, CO 81601
970) 947-0014
Roaring Fork Kennel
Club Directors
Terena Thomas
4503 Colorado River Rd.
Gypsum, CO 81637
970) 524-8724
Britton Nieslanik
199 Cnty Rd, 115
Glenwood, CO 81601
970) 928-0482
Roaring Fork Kennel Club
General Concerns
inter's cold air brings many concerns forresponsible dog owners. Keep the followingprecautions in mind:
Don't leave your dog outside in the cold forlong periods of time. Wind chill makes dayscolder than actual temperature readings. Beattentive to your dog's body temperature,and limit its time outdoors.
Adequate shelter is a necessity. Keep yourdog warm, dry and away from drafts. Tilesand uncarpeted areas may become extremelycold, so make sure to place blankets andpads on floors in these areas.
Be extra careful when walking or playingwith your dog near frozen lakes, rivers orponds. Your dog could slip or jump in andget seriously injured.
Groom your dog regularly. Your dog needsa well-groomed coat to keep properlyinsulated. Short- or coarse-haired dogs mayget extra cold, so consider a sweater or coat.Long-haired dogs should have excess hairaround the toes and foot pads trimmed toease snow removal and cleaning. If you dothe trimming, take care not to cut the pads or
AKC is now recognizing several new breeds:
Entlebucher Mountain DogThe Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a native of Switzerland and the smallest of the four tri-coloredSwiss Mountain Dogs, which also include theAppenzeller Sennenhund, Bernese Mountain Dog andthe Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. The Entlebucher isa medium-sized, compact and strongly muscled. Hehas a short, hard, tricolor coat that is bright black withsymmetrical markings of pure white on blaze, muzzle,chest, and feet; shades of rich fawn to mahogany arepresent on the eyebrows and between the black andwhite markings. Read more.
See more breeds on page 4.
Canine Corner January /February 2011
Winter Care for Canines
other delicate areas of the foot.
Feed your dog additional calories if ispends a lot of time outdoors or is aworking animal. It takes more energythe winter to keep the body temperaturegulated, so additional calories arenecessary.
Towel or blow-dry your dog if it getswet from rain or snow. It is importandry and clean its paws, too. This helpavoid tiny cuts and cracked pads. A lpetroleum jelly may soften the pads aprevent further cracking.
Don't leave your dog alone in a car. Ithe car engine is left on, the carbonmonoxide will endanger your dog's liIf the engine is off, the temperature inthe car will get too cold.
Continued on page 4.
Editor [email protected]
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Canine Corner
Old dogs, like old shoes,
are comfortable. They
might be a bit out of
hape and a little worn
around the edges, but
hey fit well."_- Bonnie
Wilcox 'Old Dogs, Old
Friends'
WHERE: Al Lessor Building – Adams County Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton,80601
Round #1:Registration for conformation and juniors @8:00 a.m.
Judging starts @ 9:00 a.m. for the followinggroups: Working – 2 rings (Boxers will beudged first), Sporting and Hounds
Round #2:Conformation Registration @ 10:00 a.m.
Judging no earlier than 11:00 a.m. for thesegroups: Herding, Terrier, Toy, Non-
Sporting, Misc and Rare Breeds
Dear Colorado Animal Advocates,
Please join the ASPCA and the
Humane Society of the United States
in Denver on Tuesday, February 22,for Colorado Humane Lobby Day.
Lobby Day is an exciting
opportunity to meet directly withyour elected officials aboutlegislation that will significantly
impact animals!
During Lobby Day, you’ll have the
opportunity to be the voice foranimals and provide in-person
support for several animal-friendly
bills that have been or soon will be
introduced in the Colorado General
Assembly.
Meet Your Canine Lobbyist
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February 13, 2011
Conformation Only
Entry: $8.00
NO INDOOR GROOMING OR CRATING
Concessions will be available.
For further information, please contact: BuEngel, 303-637-9947 or
Jennifer Paul, 303-835-2595
In the morning, ASPCA and HSUSlobbyists will help prepare you to
meet your elected officials and the
staffs with a briefing on tips forlobbying and an overview of
pending animal legislation. You wi
also be provided with the materialyou need to be an effective anima
advocate. Best of all, you’ll get to
meet with both your state senatorand representative —we’ll set upappointments for you and others i
your district after you register to
attend.
Colorado’s animals need your
voice! Please register today to tak
part in this amazing event.
Thank you, Colorado, for caringabout animals and supporting the
ASPCA.
Attend the
NextMeetings:
February 9th
&
March 9th
High Tails
7 pm
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
9:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. COLORADO HUMANE LOBBY DA
First Baptist Church of Denver
1373 Grant Street
Denver, CO 80203
Participation in Lobby Day is free, but you must register in advance.
Belgian Malinois enjoy
skijoring on Derby Mesa
during Canine Country
School’s annual event with
Louisa Morrissey.
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Which breed has the longest consecutive reign as thenumber 1 most popular dog in America?
Labrador RetrieverPoodleBoston TerrierBulldog
Which three breeds are on the most popular dogs list forthe first time, just having received AKCrecognition in 2010?
Irish Red & White Setter, Portuguese WaterDog, Pug
Yorkie, French Bulldog, MalteseLeonberger, Cane Corso, Icelandic SheepdogBlack Russian Terrier, Bernese Mountain Dog,
Bearded CollieHow many years has the Labrador Retriever been the
number 1 most popular dog in America?20 years17 years22 years19 years
The Bulldog has been muscling his way up the list of most popular dogs in the U.S. In what year did heenter the top 10?
2002200420062007
Which of the following was one of the original ninebreeds registered with the AKC in 1884?
Golden Retriever
West Highland White TerrierEnglish SetterMastiff
Which of the top 10 most popular dogs have been usingtheir noses to sniff out bed bugs in New York Citythis year?
DachshundsBeaglesShih TzusBoxers
Which of the top 10 most popular dogs is hailed as theworld’s leading police, guard, and military dog?
BoxersPoodles
BulldogsGerman Shepherd DogsHow many breeds out of the top 10 most popular dogs
are used to keep our country safe?4321
Canine Corner
Something to Chew On:
AKC Dog Trivia
Answer K
on page 5
Club member Carol
McCardel and
Norwich Terrier,
Karri, demonstrate
good form at
Therapy Dog
Preparation Class.
Page 3 of 8
Which of the top 10 most popular dogs is commonlyknown as a “hot dog?” Labrador Retrievers Shih Tzus Dachshund Beagles Former President Bill Clinton’s dog Buddy is one of the most popular dogs in America. What kindof dog is he? Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever Yorkshire Terrier Boxer Snoopy is the most famous of which of the top 10most popular breeds? Labrador Retriever Bulldog Golden Retriever Beagle Which of the top 10 most popular dogs enjoyed TVstardom on the sitcom Full House? Poodle Shih Tzu Labrador Retriever Golden Retriever Which of the top 10 most popular dogs serves as themascot for Yale University, Georgetown,University of Georgia, and the United StatesMarine Corps, among others? Bulldog Boxer
Labrador Retriever Dachshund Which of the top 10 most popular breeds wears ahairstyle similar to that of the Jersey Shore’sSnookie? Yorkshire Terrier Poodle Shih Tzu German Shepherd Dog How many of the top 10 most popular dogs are Toybreeds? 1 2 3
4
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Canine Corner
Whoever said you
an't buy happiness
rgot little puppies."
Gene Hill
Interested inother AKC
breeds?
ee a completelist here.
Health Tips
Dogs cannot talk to us when they are sick. As a responsible dog owner, it is important topay special attention to your dog's well-being during the winter season. Remember the
following health concerns:
Antifreeze, which often collects on driveways and roadways, is highly poisonous.Although it smells and tastes good to your dog, it can be lethal. Rock salt, used to melt ice on sidewalks, may irritate footpads. Be sure to rinse and dryyour dog's feet after a walk. Provide plenty of fresh water. Your dog is just as likely to get dehydrated in the winter in the summer. Snow is not a satisfactory substitute for water. Frostbite is your dog's winter hazard. To prevent frostbite on its ears, tail and feet, don'tleave your dog outdoors for too long. Be very careful of supplemental heat sources. Fireplaces and portable heaters canseverely burn your dog. Make sure all fireplaces have screens, and keep portableheaters out of reach.
Like people, dogs seem to be more susceptible to illness in the winter. Take your dog toa veterinarian if you see any suspicious symptoms. Don't use over-the-counter medications on your dog without consulting a veterinarian.
Continued: Winter Care for Canines
from the front page
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Norwegian LundehundThe Norwegian Lundehund is a small and agile Spitz breed withseveral unique characteristics in combination not found in any otherdog. Features such as six toes on each foot; prick ears that fold closed,forward or backward at will; and the ability to tip the head backward
until it touches the back bone all helped them perform their job asPuffin hunter. Their dense coat ranges from fallow to reddish brown totan in color, with black hair tips and white markings, or white with redor dark markings. Read more.
XoloitzcuintliThe Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced show-low-eats-queen-tlee), or "Xolo,"is an ancient, natural breed from Mexico. It comes in three sizes – toy,miniature and standard, and two varieties – hairless and coated. In thehairless variety, the skin is tough, protective, smooth and close fitting.The coated variety is covered by a short, flat coat. In both varieties, adark, uniform color is preferred, ranging from black, gray black, slate,to red, liver or bronze, although white spots and markings arepermitted. Today, this breed serves as a guard and companion.
Read more.
The AKC also welcomes the following breeds into the Miscellaneous Class:
Bergamasco, Boerboel, Dogo Argentino, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno,
Peruvian Inca Orchid, Pumi, Sloughi and Wirehaired Vizsla.
Newly Accepted AKC BreedsContinued from front page
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Canine Corner
After the November election, I learned that Missouri voters
assed legislation known as the Puppy Mill CrueltyPrevention Act (Proposition B). As I began surfing thenternet to learn more, I anticipated reading about strict newegulations that would dramatically limit the number of dogser “breeding factory” along with regulations that wouldnhance the physical and emotional well being of dogsnfortunate enough to wind up in puppy mills. Here is whatread. Proposition B stipulates that breeders may have up to0 breeding dogs at any given time (no, the number 50 is nottypo). Additionally, this new legislation requires that dogse provided with:Sufficient food that is provided at least once daily_-Access toot frozen and is free of debris, feces, algae, and other contamiNecessary veterinary care (an examination at least once yearleterinarian).Sufficient housing including protection from the elements_-So turn and stretch freely and fully extend limbs.Adequate rest between breeding cycles (no more than two litt8 month time period)
Fifty dogs at a time? Daily food and clean water required?Enough space to allow dogs to stand up and stretch theiregs? Was this really the best that puppy mill reformegislation could provide- nothing more than the bare basicso sustain a modicum of physical comfort for puppy milllivestock”? How could this be? I addressed my surprise and
isappointment by contacting and asking questions of ennifer Fearing, the California senior state director for the
Humane Society of the United States who was in Missouririor to the election canvassing for votes for Proposition B.
Her responses were informative and heartfelt, and she was soenuinely patient in responding to my lack of awareness. ennifer has graciously allowed me to share her comments
with you:
Under the old Missouri law, dogs can be kept in wire-loored cages just six inches longer than their bodies. Theages can be stacked on top of each other. A veterinarian
must make an annual walk-through of a facility but there is
o requirement that the dogs get actual exams or evenreatment for any existing conditions or injuries. Dogs arered on every single heat cycle, leading to dogs so bred-outhat we routinely see young dogs (three to four years old)
whose teeth have all fallen out because their systems are so
My Puppy Mill Education- by Nancy Kay, DVM ©
Answer Keyfrom Page 3
This is a puppy m
bitch being sold
auction. She’s
nothing more tha
number.
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1 B 9 C2 C 10 B3 A 11 D4 D 12 D5 C 13 A6 B 14 C7 D 15 B8 A
overtaxed and malnourished, and whose teats are dragging onground. The old law does have a provision regarding extremetemperatures, but it says that dogs couldn’t face extremetemperatures for more than three consecutive hours, makingenforcement impossible because no inspector is going to standaround with his thermometer in the air for three hours. There a vague requirement for an exercise plan, but that too isunenforceable and as a result we see dogs who have clearly livtheir entire lives on wire floors and never set foot on solidground.
The new law, which goes into effect one year from passage: Every dog must have a solid-floored enclosure that allowsconstant, unfettered access to a larger outdoor area. Larger
enclosure sizes are required with specific sizing requirementsbased on the size of the dog. Each dog must receive an annuaexam and any dog who is sick or suffering must receiveveterinary treatment. No dog may have more than 2 litters inany 18 month period, which essentially means every 3rd cyclerested, giving them a chance to recuperate from the exhaustingcycle of carrying and nursing pups. The time limit mentionedabove is removed so that dogs cannot be kept in temperaturesbelow 45 degrees or above 85 degrees, period.
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Canine Corner
American Red Cross Pet
1 st
Aid & CPR Class February 26 th
Noon-4pm
Shaggy Dog
RSVP with Terena
(970) 524-8724
Just as importantly, these new requirements aresimple and easy to enforce. Currently inMissouri, if law enforcement gets a complaint
call they must call in the experts from theDepartment of Agriculture to help interpret 30+pages of vague, confusing and outdatedregulations. Because of backlogs andunderstaffing, it can take six months or longer foran Ag inspector to even show up. But anySheriff’s deputy can interpret these newrequirements – anyone can see if a floor is solidor wire; if cages are stacked; if the dogs haveaccess to an outdoor area; if there are more than50 dogs; etc. So instead of leaving the dogs tosuffer for another six months, law enforcementcan file criminal charges on the spot.
And the penalties may seem modest but anyviolation of the new Puppy Mill CrueltyPrevention Act is a criminal offense, which leadsto license forfeiture. And if conditions rise to thelevel of animal cruelty, the offender can becharged instead under the existing state animalcruelty law.
Missouri is only the fifth state to cap the numberof dogs a commercial breeder can keep. Since2008, Oregon, Washington and Virginia have setthe number at 50, and Virginia includes aprovision allowing the state to allow more than
50 if certain conditions are met. Louisiana has acap of 75. It’s important to remember that thesebills are not intended to ban commercialbreeding, they are simply designed to eliminatethe worst abuses at puppy mills and create morehumane living conditions for the dogs who livethere. And the data (from state and federalinspection reports) are clear that the largestfacilities accumulate the most frequent and mostsevere violations.
Puppy Mills
Continued from page 5
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I should mention too that the new law is inaddition to, and not in lieu of, the existingregulations. Those regulations still exist, this
law is simply an overlay to correct the weak anvague areas of the regulations that allowed dogto suffer.
Finally, the significance of this law passing inthe epicenter of the puppy mill industry cannotbe overemphasized. It will lead to similarrestrictions in other states and to vastimprovement in the living conditions of dogskept for the commercial pet trade.”
Jennifer’s explanations certainly changed myperspective about the benefits provided by
Proposition B. While this legislation will notcreate an existence for a puppy mill victim thatin any way resembles my notion of what everydog deserves, no doubt its enforcement willmake a positive difference in the current dismalquality of many lives. I must admit that afterreading Jennifer’s response my overridingfeeling was, “Shame on me!” As a veterinarianI’m embarrassed by my naïveté about puppymills. To some degree, I think I’ve been floatinalong that river in Egypt (De Nial)- far morepleasant to be “out of touch” rather than “intouch” with the true horrors of what goes on inpuppy mills. Sure, via my blog and in Speaking
or Spot I’ve advocated against supportingpuppy mills by avoiding purchasing puppiesfrom pet stores or on line (sight and site unseenI simply don’t think my efforts have beenadequate. While I’m certain that I need to domore to create puppy mill reform, I’m not yetsure what that “more” looks like yet. Stay tunedI will keep you posted as I figure it out.
Best wishes, Dr. Nancy Kay
Here is a brag for Albany now known as CH SpiritMountains Albany of Maplemor, BN,RN,RA,CGC ( 1/3 ofRE) at the Longs Peak Obedience trial Jan 15-16th,Albany finished her BN, earning her the distinction onbeing the first rottweiler in CO to earn a BN. She alsoearned the first leg of her RE, and on Sunday washighest scoring working dog in trial.
Laura Wright-SmithSpirit Mountain Rottweilers and Pottery
Congratulations to Jeanne &Blue Merle Cardigan Corgi,Rhys, for passing both theirCGC and TDI test at theannual Fun Match in Eagle.
Way to go Jeanne!!!!ay to go Jeanne!!!!
Top Performance! Congratulations Laur
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Canine Corner
Yesterday I had to have Cha Cha put to sleep.hat we had thought since Thanksgiving was a
partially torn acl turned out to be cancer --carcinoma of the lymph. Ironically, theultrasound that revealed it also showed that thetransitional cell carcinoma of her bladder thatwe had been treating since May was completelygone. Because we didn't know her lameness wasdue to a new cancer, we got started addressingthat too late. She fought hard, seemed to bemaking progress -- and then began to loseground so fast.
Mostly we could keep her comfortable, but her
last day was pretty hard. Dr Cindy came overand we released her from her pain. I think I'mstill in shock, and poor Chum is really grieving.He was with her at the end, too --hard for him, but we could see that heunderstood she's dead, so he isn't looking forher, just so sad. I think he and she got along sowell because he never wanted to be a leader --
Laurie Loses Cha Cha
RFKC Meeting MinutesFKC Meeting Minutes
Page 7 of 8
It was a very small meeting Weds,Jan. 12 at 7 pm, High Tails. Presentwere Davy Lampman, JeanneHuyser, Erin Galbreath and LaurieRaymond. Davy and Jeanne wentover trophies for the show and otherpremium list stuff. Then we just atepizza, drank wine and talked. Wediscussed possibilities for publiceducation programs the club could
undertake this year, either atmeetings or at a larger venue. Wehope the Feb. meeting will be betterattended and we can get more inputand make concrete plans.
and Cha, of course, never entertained any other rolefor herself until the last couple of weeks. It makes
me wonder what they both thought and felt aboutBeth's disappearance -- because, for them, she justwent away and didn't come back. Cha Cha saw herin Arizona, but Cha was sick then, too -- we justhadn't identified what with.
Thanks,
--Laurie
Our hearts go out toboth Laurie andChumley in theirtime of grieving.
I am going to start Rall
Classes. I’m takingnames & #’s or emailaddresses and will setthe first session when Iget enough interest. Thanks, Laura Van Dyne, CPD(970) 963-3745
Rally Classes
"I think we are drawn to dogs because they are the uninhibited creatures we might be if weweren't certain we knew better.”
-George Bird Evans, "Troubles with Bird Dogs"
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RFKC Events
Please look for our new fan page,http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roaring
-Fork-Kennel-Club/169133279792189
If You Haven’t Yet,
Join Us On Facebook Now
Help Your Local Shelter elp Your Local Shelter
GET OUT YOUR CALENDAR
AND ENTER THIS INFO NOW!!
Next Meetings: High Tails 7pm
February 9
March 9
April 13
May 11
Thursday Night Training Drop InNew Castle Community Center 7-8pm
Come train your dog in both Rally
and Obedience. This is not a
structured training class, but the
usual participants are highly
educated and can help even the
novice handlers gain better control,
practice sound training techniques
and hone show etiquette.
Game Introduction
High Tails, West GlenwoodSaturdays 2-4
Bring your dog and play with many
of the Smart Toys that are available
to you and your dog. Know what
your dog likes before you buy!
Plum Creek Cluster Show
Feb 17- 21st
National Western Stock Show Complex
www.plumcreekkennelclub.com
Redstone Winterfest
February 19-21st
Bring your healthy, socially
appropriate dog to this great
weekend. Skijor, play games and
win prizes, learn Pet1st Aid and
CCR, Participate in the puppy
parade and costume contest.
Dog Terra
Breckenridge, March 6th
LAPS Doggie Centric Festival
Sue Sternberg
Grand Junction, March
Interested parties contact Terena.
RFKC AKC Dog Show
Eagle July 16th
& 17th
We will need many volunteers.
Karen Zinc, DVM
August, Grand JunctionStructural Correctness in the Canine Form.
More details to come.
2011 Nat. Herding Championships
Strang Ranch, Carbondale
Se tember 13 throu h 20
Here are the 2010 animal numbers for the Rifle Animal Shelter and Friends of Rifle Animal Shelt
Dogs taken-in –311 Dogs adopted -191
Cats taken-in –174 Cats adopted - 153 Here are a few things you might need to buy and you can help the shelter pets at the same time!
oes your dog and cat have an updated ID tag? Come to the shelter and buy one! We offer
very nice stainless steel ID tags by mail. They cost $9 and last for years!
oes your dog need a new collar or leash? Come to the shelter and buy one! Karen Andruzak
has made some BEAUTIFUL nylon collars and leashes of all sizes. Prices range between $5 and
and are VERY reasonable! oes your dog or cat need a new bed? Stop by Town and Country Veterinary Clinic and buy
one! Mona Koper and Jean Pristas are always busy making pet beds and have many repeat custom
They have been known to do custom colors too! o you like REALLY GOOD coffee? Stop the shelter and buy some Murphy’s Ranch Special
Blend! The coffee is $11 a bag for whole bean, $12 for ground and $13 for decaf. It can also be
purchased at: Valley Veterinary Clinic, Divide Creek Animal Hospital , High Tails Dog and Cat
Outfitters, New Castle Veterinary Clinic, Western Rockies Credit Union, Gentle Friends, DowntoDrug, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and Cindy Wallace Natural Vet. It’s delicious!
oes your car need a new license plate? Go to the DMV and pick up an Adopt a Shelter Petlicense plate! The initial cost is $80 and then an extra $20 a year. The money raised from this pla
goes to the Pet Over Population fund, which helps our area out a great deal! This plate helps spay
neuter shelter pets and pay for other medical expenses. The plate also promotes pet adoption. It’s
attractive and we know you and your car would look really good with one! Please support shelter
and get this plate!
We are always looking for Facebook friends and for people who are willing to let us tag them in o
videos there. Please friend us on Facebook or suggest friends for us. We are Rifle Animal Shelte
let us know about the tagging. You can also help shelter pets on Facebook by sharing their Petfind
links with your friends. Click on the Facebook icon on the adoptable pet’s Petfinder listing. It’s aeasy way to help shelter pets!
This is an interesting blog from Fix Austin about whymandatory spay neuter laws don’t work. It’s wellworth reading if you are interested in this topic.
http://fixaustin.blogspot.com/2011/01/why-we-join-national-consensus-against.html
The Rifle Shelter desperately needsfoster home for a post op 6-9 month
old Beagle mix male. He needs to bslowly rehabilitated and must be ke
calm. If you or anyone you know iinterested in helping this little guy g
a better start in life call Heather,(970) 625-8808. Find him athttp://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/185253