MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT

SPECIALTY WEEKEND

TWO DAYS – FOUR SHOWS 4-6 MONTH PUPPY COMPETITION &

NATIONAL OWNER HANDLED SERIES At all four shows

MARCH 17-18, 2018 STURBRIDGE, MA

CONCESSIONS/VENDORS Make Checks payable to BTCC, Inc. $25 per table if required. No charge for vendors bringing their own set-up; a monetary donation and/or goods for our raffles would be greatly appreciated. Mail reservations to: Bruce Hostetler, Vendor Chair, 755 Old Colchester Rd, Uncasville, CT 06382 bwhostetler@ct.metrocast.net Deadline – March 1, 2018. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY There will be a zero tolerance Policy at the BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT & MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB Specialty Shows for poor manners, verbal abuse, foul language or damages to property or the Host Hotel. Any mistreatment of the show grounds, show personnel, Club members or show volunteers will result in an Event Committee Hearing. Your anticipated cooperation is greatly appreciated.

NO COMMERCIAL VIDEOTAPING ON SHOW GROUNDS EXCEPT BY PRIOR ARRANGEMENT WITH THE SHOW CHAIR. ALL RIGHTS TO TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, ADVERTISE, PROMOTE OR OTHERWISE EXPLOIT THESE SPECIALTY SHOWS ARE

VESTED IN THE BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT AND MINUTEMAN BTC OR IN PERSONS TO WHOM ASSIGNMENTS OF SUCH RIGHTS HAVE BEEN MADE IN WRITING BY THE CLUB. ALL PERSONS AND ANIMALS ON THE GROUNDS AT

ANYTIME WHILE THE SHOW IS IN PROGRESS, DO BY ATTENDING THIS SPECIALTY OR PARTICIPATING THEREIN, GRANT TO THE BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT THE

RIGHT TO PHOTOGRAPH, TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, AUDIO TAPE OR OTHERWISE USE THEIR LIKENESS AND VOICE IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT FURTHR RELEASE

OR CONSENT. THE CLUB IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTIONS OR PRODUCTS OF ANY COMMERCIAL VENDORS AT THIS EVENT

2018355201, 2018355202, 2018355203, 2018355204 ENTRIES CLOSE: 3:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, February 28, 2018

AT SHOW SECRETARY'S ADDRESS OR WHEN ENTRY LIMIT IS REACHED After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted, except as provided

for in Chapter 11, Section 6, of the Dog Show Rules. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

PREMIUM LIST

BACK-TO-BACK SPECIALTY SHOWS

Annual Specialty & Sweepstakes MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB

Unbenched – Indoors

**ENTRY LIMIT FOR EACH SHOW IS 100**

4-6 Month Puppy Competition & Owner Handled Series at each Show

Sturbridge Host Hotel

366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA

Saturday March 17, 2018 SHOW HOURS 7:00AM to 6:00 PM

No cell phones in the ballroom during show hours please DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF DORIS BIZIER

All Puppy and Open Classes Divided

AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION

Permission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations.

Gina M DiNardo, Secretary

OFFICERS OF THE MINUTEMAN

BOSTON TERRIER CLUB

President ............................................................................................ Donna Diamond Nardi Vice President ............................................................................................ Mary MacCollum Treasurer............................................................................................... Christine Procaccini Historian ..................................................................................................... Angie McFarland Secretary ........................................................................................................ Renee Buzzell 90 Snow Road, West Brookfield, MA 01585

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Robert Glover Virginia O'Connell Nicole Pollack Joseph Covill

SHOW COMMITTEE

Donna Diamond Nardi, Show Chairman 42 Windham Dr, East Longmeadow, MA 01028

413-279-1844

Bonnie Appleby, Assistant Show Chairman

And the following Minuteman Members Trophies ................................................... Cyndi Bussey, Assistant Chair - Maryanne Mack Catalog Advertising ........................................................................................ Nicole Pollack Catalog Sales……………………………………………………..………Chris Krok & Carly Krok Silent Auction ............................................................................................... Bonnie Appleby Judges' Hospitality……………………………………………………..Claudia & Brad Dickinson Grounds .............................................................................................................. Bill Lannon Concessions/Vendors ................................................................................... Bruce Hostetler 50/50 Raffle .......................................................................................................... Chris Krok First Aid…………………………………………………………….…………..Maryanne Mack, DVM Rescue .............................................................................................................. Shelly Sears

VETERINARIAN (on Call)

Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital 6 Cedar St, Sturbridge, MA 01566

508-347-7374

Boston Road Animal Hospital 1235 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA 01119

24 Hour Emergency # 413-783-0603

PHOTOGRAPHER

Bruce Hostetler 755 Old Colchester Road

Uncasville, Ct 06382

MAIL ALL ENTRIES AND FEES TO Lori Carver, Show Secretary

91 Michael Sears Rd Belchertown, MA 01007

802-338-2857 E-mail: seabreez13@hotmail.com

TROPHIES All trophies must be picked up on the day of the show, except where otherwise stated. Owners and/or agents are responsible for picking up trophies. Minuteman Boston Terrier Club reserves the right to substitute trophies of equal or greater value for any trophy listed. The following prizes are offered by the Minuteman Boston Terrier Club and also through the generosity of its members and friends as noted.

Saturday Morning Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA Director's Chair donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel in loving memory of MBISS GChS Tara's Listen to Your Heart CGC TD ("Elsa") Minuteman BTC Challenge Trophy Plaque BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX – Show lead donated by Donna Nardi in loving memory of Ch Ivy Rose Diamond's Bacall BEST OF WINNERS – Small Framed Print donated by Cyndi Bussey WINNERS DOG – Boston Pull Toy donated by Cyndi Bussey WINNERS BITCH - Boston Pull Toy donated by Cyndi Bussey RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Boston Paper Weight donated by Cyndi Bussey RESERVE WINNERS BITCH – Boston Paper Weight donated by Cyndi Bussey SELECT DOG – Boston Terrier Bag donated by Cyndi Bussey SELECT BITCH – Boston Terrier Bag donated by Cyndi Bussey FIRST IN EACH CLASS - Matted Boston print donated by Cyndi Bussey SECOND THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS-Boston button donated by C. Bussey AWARD OF MERIT – Boston Terrier Bag donated by Cyndi Bussey BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – 3 piece Boston novelty dishes BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Dog Bed BEST BRACE – Dog Bed BEST OWNER HANDLED – Surprise Related Item

Saturday Afternoon Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA Mirabelle Tote Bag donated by Nicole Pollock Minuteman BTC Challenge Trophy Plaque BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX– Show lead donated by Donna Nardi in memory of Bacall BEST OF WINNERS – Dog Bed & Matching Cookie Jar WINNERS DOG – Blanket WINNERS BITCH – Blanket RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Dog Bowl RESERVE WINNERS BITCH - Dog Bowl SELECT DOG & SELECT BITCH - Blanket FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Minuteman mug AWARD OF MERIT – Cookie Jar BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – Dog Bed BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Dog Bed BEST BRACE – Dog Bed BEST OWNER HANDLED - Dog Bed

JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP TROPHIES

Saturday Morning Show BEST JUNIOR HANDLER – $10.00 gift card FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS – Minuteman mug

Saturday Afternoon Show BEST JUNIOR HANDLER – $10.00 gift card FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS – Minuteman mug

SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES

First through Fourth in each Sweepstakes Class: Minuteman mug Best In Sweepstakes: Large Framed Print donated by Cyndi Bussey Best Puppy in Sweepstakes: Boston clutch donated by Donna Nardi Best Junior in Sweepstakes: Boston clutch donated by Donna Nardi

VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES

Best Veteran In Sweepstakes: Canvas Tote Bag donated by Donna Nardi

4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY TROPHIES

Saturday Morning Show FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS Best Puppy - Blanket Best of Opp. - Ceramic Bowl Classes 1-4: Minuteman mug

Saturday Afternoon Show FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS – Best Puppy - Colorful crate mat Best of Opp. - Ceramic Bowl Classes 1-4: Minuteman mug

MINUTEMAN BTC - Doris Bizier Challenge Trophy will be awarded to the Best of Breed Winner at each show provided that the person handling the dog is a breeder

of record and an owner of record of the dog.

2018214901, 2018214902, 2018214903, 2018149904 ENTRIES CLOSE: 3:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, February 28, 2018

AT SHOW SECRETARY'S ADDRESS OR WHEN ENTRY LIMIT IS REACHED After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted, except as provided

for in Chapter 11, Section 6, of the Dog Show Rules. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

PREMIUM LIST

BACK-TO-BACK SPECIALTY SHOWS

Annual Specialty & Sweepstakes BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, INC.

Unbenched - Indoors Established 1931

**ENTRY LIMIT FOR EACH SHOW IS 100**

4-6 Month Puppy Competition at each show

Sturbridge Host Hotel 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA

Sunday, March 18, 2018

SHOW HOURS 7:00AM to 6:00 PM No cell phones in the ballroom during show hours please

A portion of the proceeds from this show will be donated to the CDF, Connecticut Dog Federation

All Puppy and Open Classes Divided

AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION

Permission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations.

Gina M DiNardo, Secretary

OFFICERS OF THE BOSTON TERRIER

CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, Inc.

President ...................................................................................................... Bruce Hostetler Vice President .............................................................................................. Susan J Marker Treasurer.............................................................................................................. Ann Burke Secretary ...................................................................................................... Bonnie Appleby

(55 Chestnut Hill Rd, E Hampton, CT 06424-1852 Bonnie.appleby@gmail.com)

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Stacie Zibel Mary Carroll Marge Smith Ruth Masin Kathleen Skorka

SHOW COMMITTEE

Donna Diamond Nardi, Show Chairman 42 Windham Dr., East Longmeadow,MA 01028

Bonnie Appleby, Assistant Show Chairman Trophy Chairs ............................................................... Esther Tyler, Assistant - Stacie Zibel Catalog Advertising ........................................................................................ Nicole Pollack Silent Auction ............................................................................................. Bonnie Applebee Grounds ........................................................................................................ Connie Marker Ways & Means ............................................................................................ Kathleen Skorka Concessions/Vendors ................................................................................... Bruce Hostetler 50/50 Raffle .......................................................................................................... Chris Krok Rescue .............................................................................................................. Mary Carroll Judges' Hospitality…………………………………………………...Claudia and Brad Dickinson

VETERINARIAN (on Call) Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital

6 Cedar St, Sturbridge, MA 01566 508-347-7374

Boston Road Animal Hospital

1235 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA 01119 24 Hour Emergency # 413-783-0603

PHOTOGRAPHER Bruce Hostetler

755 Old Colchester Road Uncasville, CT 06382

MAIL ALL ENTRIES AND FEES TO

Lori Carver, Show Secretary 91 Michael Sears Rd

Belchertown, MA 01007 802-338-2857

E-mail: seabreez13@hotmail.com

TROPHIES All trophies must be picked up on the day of the show, except where otherwise stated. Owners and/or agents are responsible for picking up trophies. BTCC reserves the right to substitute trophies of equal or greater value for any trophy listed. The following prizes are offered by The Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, through the generosity of its members and friends, unless otherwise specified

Sunday Morning Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA Director's Chair donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel in loving memory of ** MBISS GCHS Tara's Listen to Your Heart CGC TD ("Elsa") Ruth Lieberg Memorial Trophy BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX– Canvas Bed, donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel in loving memory** BEST OF WINNERS – Canvas Bed, donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel, in loving memory** WINNERS DOG – Embroidered Dog Towel, donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel, in loving memory of Elsa WINNERS BITCH– Embroidered Dog Towel, donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel, in loving memory of Elsa RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Dog related item, donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel, in loving memory of Elsa RESERVE WINNERS BITCH – Dog related item, donated by Dr. Stacie Zibel, in loving memory of Elsa SELECT DOG – Boston Terrier Umbrella SELECT BITCH – Boston Terrier Umbrella FIRST PLACE IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Mug SECOND THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Mug AWARDS OF MERIT – Dog Bed BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – Fleece Throw BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Fleece Throw BEST BRACE – Boston Terrier floor mat BEST OWNER HANDLED – Surprise Related Item

Sunday Afternoon Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA Mirabelle Tote Bag, donated by Nicole Pollack Ruth Lieberg Memorial Trophy BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX– Table Lamp BEST OF WINNERS – Cuddler Bed, donated by Sharon Baskerville WINNERS DOG – Fleece Blanket w/Boston WINNERS BITCH – Fleece Blanket w/Boston RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Fleece Blanket w/Boston puppy RESERVE WINNERS BITCH - Fleece Blanket w/Boston puppy SELECT DOG & SELECT BITCH - Travel Dog Bed FIRST PLACE IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Mug SECOND THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Mug AWARDS OF MERIT – Dog Bed BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – Dog Throw BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Dog Throw BEST BRACE – Boston Terrier Umbrella BEST OWNER HANDLED – Surprise Related Item

JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP TROPHIES

Sunday Morning Show BEST JUNIOR HANDLER – $10.00 gift card FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS – Mug

SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES

First through Fourth in each Sweepstakes Class: Mug Best In Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Clock Best Puppy in Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Puppy Print Best Junior in Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Bath Towel

VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES

Best Veteran in Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Print

4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY TROPHIES

Sunday Morning Show

FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS – Dog Bed

Sunday Afternoon Show FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS – Dog Bed ********************************************************************************** COLLECTORS don’t miss our silent auction and live auction Saturday night. Donations will be greatly appreciated and may be brought to the show. ****************************************************************************************************** TROPHY DONATIONS The Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut will be offering spectacular trophies again this year. A rosette will be awarded to the first place in each class, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex, Best of Breed, and Parade of Titleholders. A donation from you to help offset costs will be greatly appreciated. If your donation is received by February 26, 2018 we will acknowledge your generosity in our specialty catalog. IN ADDITION – a donation of $50.00 entitles you to a free two-show color catalog compliments of BTCC as our THANK YOU for your generosity. *****************************************************************************************************

Trophies All trophies must be picked up on the day of the show, except where otherwise stated. Owners and/or agents are responsible for picking up trophies. The Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut reserves the right to substitute trophies of equal or greater value for any trophy listed.

PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS BIOGRAPHY

(Please fill out and return with entry)

Saturday – MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB & BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT

Dog’s Registered Name:_________________________________________ Dog’s Call Name: _______________________________________________ Age: _________ Owners: _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________

• Please return to show secretary with entry. Please note there will be one Parade of Title Holders for both clubs on Saturday afternoon after confirmation judging.

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On Saturday, March 17, 2018 we will be offering a rabies and micro-chip clinic after conformation judging. Minuteman member, Maryanne Mack, DVM has graciously

offered to provide her services and Cailin Monahan will be donating microchips with all proceeds being donated to the host clubs.

Rabies Clinic: $15.00 per dog Microchips: $20.00 per dog

Please email Dr. Mack at maryanne@sidestreetkennel.com to make your reservation.

Advance notices are requested to assure there are ample supplies available at the show.

Judging Panel Saturday Morning Show

Conformation, 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship ....................... Mrs. Sue Goldberg 19 Skyline Drive, Warren, NJ 07059

Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes ............................................................. Mrs. Judi Johnson 511 Wareham Street, Middleboro, MA 02346

Saturday Afternoon Show

Conformation & 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship………………Mr. Kristofer Kelso 50 East Malden Lane, Monroe, CT 06468

Sunday Morning Show

Conformation, 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship ....................... Daniel Smyth, Esq. 9 Boothby Court, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes ............................................................... Ms. Susan Burrell 28 Olde Road, Danville, NH 03819

Sunday Afternoon Show Conformation & 4-6 Month Puppy .................................................. Ms. Sharon Baskerville 313 Cherry Road, Marlton, NJ 08053

ENTRY FEES First entry of each dog (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) .......... $33 Each additional class (for same dog) (includes $3.00 Event Service Fee) ....................... $23 Bred-by-Exhibitor (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) .................. $28 Sweepstakes Classes (must be entered in a regular class) ............................................. $20 4-6 Month Puppy Competition…………………………………………………………………..$20 Brace (unit) NO FEE as an Additional Entry ................................................................... $20 Junior Showmanship (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) ............. $18 Parade of Title Holders Only ............................................................................................ $20 Parade of Title Holders as an Additional Class ....................................................... NO FEE

CATALOG ADVERTISING Announce your Wins, Best Wishes, Services, and Club Activities in the catalog. All ads must be received by February 25, 2018.

RATES: FULL PAGE (5" X 8") $50 HALF PAGE (5" X 4") $30 BACK COVER $100 (check for availability) INSIDE BACK COVER $75 (check for availability)

SEND COPY, PHOTOS, and PAYMENT TO: Nicole Pollack, Advertising Chairman I will bring all photos to the show, come and find me so I can return them to you!

Nicole Pollack

117 Concord Way Portsmouth, NH 03801

603-498-5172 Nicolek.pollack@gmail.com

Make checks payable to: Minuteman BTC

RIBBON PRIZES Regular Classes

First Prizes - Blue Rosette ........................................................ Second Prizes - Red Ribbon Third Prizes - Yellow Ribbon ................................................... Fourth Prizes - White Ribbon Winners - Purple Rosette.................................... Reserve Winners - Purple & White Rosette Best of Winners ................................................................................ Blue and White Rosette Select Dog & Select Bitch ........................................................ Light Blue and White Rosette Best of Breed ................................................................................. Purple and Gold Rosette Best of Opposite to Best of Breed ..................................................... Red and White Rosette Award of Merit……………………………………………………… Rosette

Non-Regular Classes

First Prize - Rose Rosette ....................................................... Second Prize - Brown Ribbon Third Prize - Light Green Ribbon ................................................ Fourth Prize - Gray Ribbon Best Veteran Dog & Bitch ................................................................................ Rose Rosette Best Stud Dog in Classes ................................................................................ Rose Rosette Best Brood Bitch in Classes ............................................................................ Rose Rosette Best Brace ....................................................................................................... Rose Rosette Best Puppy in Sweepstakes ........................................................................ Orange Rosette Best Junior in Sweepstakes ......................................................................... Orange Rosette Best in Sweepstakes ......................................................................... Pink & Green Rosette Best in Veteran Sweepstakes ............................................................ Pink & Green Rosette Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweeps ...................................... Lavender Rosette Best Junior Handler ............................................................................ Pink & Green Rosette

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ REGULAR CLASSES (Divided by sex)

Puppy 6-9 American Bred Puppy 9-12 Open, Under 15 lbs Juniors 12-18 Open, Over 15 lbs & Under 20 lbs

.Bred By Exhibitor Open, 20 lbs but not to exceed 25 lbs Winners

Best of Breed

Award of Merit (The judge may select one Award of Merit Winner from the Best of Breed Class for each eight competing, not to exceed a total of six)

Bred-by-Exhibitor (BBE) Class Eligibility All dogs entered in BBE class must be individually registered with the AKC The person handling the dog must be breeder of record of the dog and an owner of record of the dog.

Non-Regular Single Entry Classes

Veteran Dog & Bitch Classes: For dogs/bitches seven (7) years & older on the day of the show. (Winners in these classes are eligible for Best of Breed.)

Multiple Dog Entries

(Winners in these classes are not eligible for Best of Breed.)

Stud Dog Class. Will be for Stud Dogs and two of their get. Stud Dogs must be entered in the Stud Dog Class and must be shown in the ring with their get. Owner of the Stud Dog need not necessarily be owner of get. While the merits of the Stud Dog are not to be considered in the placement of the entry, the Stud Dog must be examined in order to determine if it has a condition that would require its disqualification or excusal under the Dog Show Rules, AKC policy, or the standard for its breed. Get must be entered in a regular class, Best of Breed competition, or some other non-regular class.

Brood Bitch Class. Same as above except substitute Brood Bitch for Stud Dog and Produce for Get. Brace Class. For two dogs with at least one owner in common, irrespective of sex. Dogs compromising a Brace must be named in “Additional Entry” portion of the entry form. If a dog that is to be part of a Brace is not entered in another class it must be entered for “Brace Class Only”. In making entries for “Brace Class Only”, full particulars must be given for each dog on individual regular entry forms. If more than one Brace is entered by the same owner, the dogs comprising EACH Brace must be so designated “Brace No. 1”, Brace No. 2”, etc. Parade of Titleholders. For AKC registered dogs and bitches Titleholders of Record. Champions entered in the Best of Breed Competition will be automatically entered in the Parade of Titleholders, rosettes awarded at completion of participation in parade. Titleholders not entered in a Regular or Non-Regular Class may be entered for Exhibition Only in the Parade of Titleholders. The entry MUST have TITLE PARADE on it under “additional classes”. Participating entrants will receive a Rosette with their name imprinted on it.

PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES

Puppy 6-9 mo. Puppy 9-12 mo. Junior 12-18 mo.

All dogs entered in Sweepstakes must be entered in regular classes. NO CHAMPIONS. Entry for Sweepstakes should be placed in "Additional Entry" on entry blank.

PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES MONEY PRIZES

After 30% has been retained by the Club for expenses, the remainder divided as follows:

First Place ...................... 25% Second Place ......... 20% Third Place ..................... 15% Fourth Place ........... 10%

VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES Divided by sex. Veteran Dog & Bitch Classes: For dogs/bitches seven (7) years & older on the day of the show.

All dogs entered in Veteran Sweepstakes must be entered in a regular or non-regular class. Entry for Sweepstakes should be placed in "Additional Entry" on entry blank.

VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES MONEY PRIZES

After 30% has been retained by the Club for expenses, the remainder will be divided as follows:

First Place ...................... 25% Second Place ......... 20% Third Place ..................... 15% Fourth Place ........... 10%

JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP COMPETITION NOTE: Effective January 1, 1989 (AKC)

Junior Handler Numbers are now required for entry in Junior Showmanship. Numbers may be obtained from the American Kennel Club - PHONE (919) 816-3595. For additional information contact American Kennel Club, Junior Showmanship, 5580 Centerview Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606. Phone (919) 816-3776 or E-mail: tbh@akc.org. Entry blank MUST be filled out with the necessary information; otherwise the entry in Junior Showmanship will not be accepted. Novice Junior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class. Novice Intermediate Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class. Novice Senior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Open Junior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and have won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Open Intermediate Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who have won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Open Senior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and have won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Master Class: This class will be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years on the day of the show, and who have won the 10 first place wins in an Open class with Competition to be eligible to enter the Limited Class Competition. The calendar for this class will be November 1 – October 31 of the following year. Eligibility of Dog. Each dog entered in a regular Junior Showmanship Class must be of a breed eligible to compete in the conformation classes (including Miscellaneous Classes) at the event. Dogs may be PAL/ILP, Full-, or Limited-Registered to compete in Junior Showmanship Classes, additionally, spayed and neutered specimens are eligible for competition. Breeds excluded from competition at the event are not eligible. The dog must be entered in one of the classes associated with the event or must be entered for Junior Showmanship only. An eligible dog other than the one entered may be substituted. Such substitution must be accompanied by an official AKC entry form. The junior must have the AKC number of the substitute dog. All such substitutions must be made with the Superintendent or Show Secretary at least one half hour prior to the judging of any Junior Showmanship Classes at the show. Each dog must be owned or co-owned by the Junior Handler or by the Junior Handler’s father, mother, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, grandfather, or grandmother, including the corresponding step and half relations, or by a permanent member of the Junior Handler’s household as recorded with The American Kennel Club at the time entries close or an application for transfer of ownership must be sent to The American Kennel Club by the new owner within seven days after the last day of the show. BITCHES IN SEASON ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. At a Specialty Show, each dog must be of the breed for which the show is held. A Junior is limited to one substitution at a dog show. If one of the owners of the dog is a judge, the dog may be entered in Junior Showmanship Only to be exhibited by the Junior at an event where the judge is judging classes other than Junior Showmanship.

4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY COMPETITION One combined class will be offered for each variety of dogs that are (4) four months & under (6) six months. An AKC registration number or AKC litter registration number will be required for entry. A foreign born dog may enter this class if they are registered in the country of origin. Exhibitors should plan on opening the mouth of their puppy for the judge. Breed Standard disqualifications such as color, height, weight or dentition shall not be a point of consideration in the judging process for this 4 & Under 6 Months Puppy in Show Competition. You must Pre-Enter this competition using the enclosed entry blank and sending it along with the required fee to the Show Secretary. Dogs that are owned or co-owned by a professional handler may complete in this class, but must be handled by a non-professional handler. Professional handlers are defined as any person who belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers’ organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented themselves as handling dogs for pay. Dogs may not be exhibited by current assistants and household members of a professional handler. No puppies under the age of six (6) months, except those participating in the 4 & Under 6 Months Puppy Competition, may be on the grounds. ********************************************************************************************************

Directions to the Sturbridge Host

HOTEL RESERVATIONS Sturbridge Host Hotel ................................................................................. (508) 347-7393 Room Rate is $114 + tax. Book early and be sure to mention the Minuteman Boston terrier Club to receive the discounted rate. The management cannot guarantee room rate on reservations booked after February 23, 2018. One time, non-refundable pet fee of $35 (limit 4 dogs per room) Alternate Lodge / Pet Friendly: Motel 6, Sturbridge, MA (508) 347-7327 Days Inn, Sturbridge, MA (508) 411-3436 Directions: From North, East & West – MA Turnpike (Interstate 90) to exit 9, Route 20 West From South – Either Interstate 84 or Route 131 to Route 20 West Hotel is located on Route 20.

ENTRY FEES First entry of each dog (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) .......... $33 Each additional class (for same dog) (includes $3.00 Event Service Fee) ....................... $23 Bred-by-Exhibitor (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) .................. $28 Sweepstakes Classes (must be entered in a regular class) ............................................. $20 4-6 Month Puppy Competition…………………………………………………………………..$20 Brace (unit) NO FEE as an Additional Entry ................................................................... $20 Junior Showmanship (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) ............. $18 Parade of Title Holders Only ............................................................................................ $20 Parade of Title Holders as an Additional Class ....................................................... NO FEE

HOW TO USE THE ENTRY BLANK

Use one entry blank per dog only if information is exactly the SAME for each day. Carefully check the block (blocks) for each show in which you wish to enter your dog. You MUST use a SEPARATE entry blank if you are entering your dog in a different class on different days (e.g. Open Class on Day 1 and American-bred Class on Day 2). YOU MUST MAKE A SEPARATE CHECK PAYABLE TO EACH CLUB THAT YOU ENTER. Mail all entries with fees to: Lori Carver 91 Michael Sears Rd Belchertown, MA 01007 (All overnight entries should be sent "No Signature Required")

CREDIT CARD AND FAX ENTRIES: For credit card entries call Showtime Entry Service 1-800-798-5531 or you may fax entries entries with credit card information to 1-609-935-0909 ** Note that there will be a charge added to your credit card of $7.00 for each dog and each show entered*

OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM

Minuteman Boston Terrier Club– AM Show Saturday, March 17, 2018

Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – PM Show Saturday March 17, 2018

Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut– AM Show Sunday March 18, 2018

Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut– PM Show Sunday March 18, 2018

Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA

Entry fee: $33.00 for Regular Classes, see entry fee schedule for additional fees. Entries close at the Secretary's office at 3;00 p.m., Wednesday, February 28, 2018, after which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. Mail Entries With Fees To: Lori Carver, Secretary, 91 Michael Sears Rd, Belchertown, MA 01007 I enclose $___________ for entry fees.

Telephone E-mail Owner Handler Eligible? Yes No

OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM

Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – AM Show Saturday, March 17, 2018

Minuteman Boston Terrier Club– PM Show Saturday March 17, 2018

Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut– AM Show Sunday March 18, 2018

Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut – PM Show Sunday March 18, 2018

Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA

Entry fee: $33.00 for Regular Classes, see entry fee schedule for additional fees. Entries close at the Secretary's office at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 28, 2018 , after which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. Mail Entries With Fees To: Lori Carver, Secretary, 91 Michael Sears Rd, Belchertown, MA 01007 I enclose $___________ for entry fees.

Telephone E-mail Owner Handler Eligible? Yes No

SHOW REGULATIONS Entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, altered or substituted, after the entries have closed, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows. Make all Checks and Money Orders payable to each club, Canadian exhibitors must make fees payable in U.S. Funds. Please mail checks or money orders with entries. Secretary assumes no responsibility for cash sent through the mail. All entries are to be mailed with fees to Lori Carver, Secretary, 18 Plainfield Rd, Cummington, MA 01026. Entries will not be accepted without fees. Acknowledgement of entries will be made as soon as practical. Should such acknowledgement not be received by the exhibitor within a reasonable time, please notify the Secretary. An Event Service Fee and a Recording fee will be required for each dog entered at any Licensed or Member Club Show, Obedience Trial or Tracking Test. These fees are to be collected by the Show-giving Club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class in the show, the Recording Fee is to be collected on the first entry only. (American Kennel Club Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2). Post Dated Checks and Returned Checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Secretary will add a collection fee to the amount of each returned check. Fees must accompany entries. This club and/or Secretary assume no responsibility for wrong or incomplete information given on the entry blank by the owner or agent. This club and its Secretary assume no responsibility for the owner or the owner’s agent entering a dog in a class in which it is not eligible to compete, or for entering the dog twice. Entry fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, lame, excused by Veterinarian or Judge, or because it has been entered incorrectly, or barred from competition by action of the Show Committee. There is no refund for duplicate entries. If because of riots, civil disturbances or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to open or to complete the show, no refund of entry fee will be made. The Show-giving club is not responsible for the loss of, damage to, or death of any dog exhibited or for the possessions of any participant, whether the result of accident or any other cause. It is expressly understood that every dog at this show is in the care and custody and control of his owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. Do not leave dogs in closed vehicles. The welfare of any exhibitor’s/spectator’s child is the responsibility of the exhibitor/spectator. It is expressly understood that exhibitors/spectators will exercise control and restraint over their children on the site and surrounding areas. The Show-giving Club is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles or personal property. The Specialty Clubs may decline any entries for cause and may refuse to receive or may remove any dog on account of disease, viciousness or other causes and no one shall have any claim or recourse against the Specialty Clubs or any official thereof. PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG Judges are not required to wait for dogs. The owner or handler of each dog is solely responsible for having it ready at ringside. The show-giving Club and the Secretary have no obligation or responsibility for providing service through a public address system or stewards for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. Dogs may arrive any time prior to their scheduled time of judging. Dogs not required for further judging will be excused. All dogs present must be held on leash except when being judged. *********************************************************************************