Published By Paw Prints Council Lorain County 4-H … · Interview Questions ... Designed for the young Non Experienced Dog & Handler ... youth involved in 4-H dog projects to demonstrate

February, 2017

Volume XII Issue 1

Published By Lorain County 4-H Dog

Council Paw Prints

Calendar of Events February 1 Dog Council Meeting—AG 7:30

March 1 Dog Council Meeting—AG 7:30

March 27 Rally Clinic—CTFS 7:00

April 5 Dog Council Meeting—AG 7:30

April 14 Dog Permission to Participate Form Due—AG

April 24 Rally Clinic—CTFS 7:00

May 2 Dog Project Registration Form Due—AG

May 3 Dog Council Meeting—AG 7:30

May 31 Vaccinations Form Due Dog Council

June 7 Dog Council Meeting—AG 7:30

June 17 Dog Council Clinic & Fun Show—FG

June 30 K-9 Companions Fun Show—FG

July 1 K-9 Companions Fun Show—FG

July 6 Precious Pups Agility Fun Show—FG

July 8 Precious Pups Fun Show—FG

July 12 K-9 Court Interviews—AG 5:00

July 12 Dog Council Meeting—AG 7:30

July 14 Pre-Fair Entries Due—AG

July 17 Rural Rebels Fun Show—LCKC

July 22 Skillathon—JVS

July 24 Dog Council Agility Fun Show—FG

Aug 5 Pre-Fair Show—FG

Aug 21 Fair Dog Show—FG Show Barn

Aug 22 Fair Dog Agility Show—FG Show Barn

Sept 1 Dog Project Awards Nomination Forms Due—AG

Sept. 13 Dog Council Meeting—AG 7:30

Oct. 14 Dog Council Awards Banquet

2017 Dog Council Officers

President: Jeannie Wagner (440-458-6786) [email protected]

Vice-President: Tammy Zifcak (440-935-3727) [email protected]

Secretary: Suzanne Malik (440-322-7133) [email protected]

Treasurer: Kim Wallace ( 440-567-7480) [email protected]

Point Secretary: Sarah Malik (440-864-9087) [email protected]

Key

AG—Extension Office

FG—Fairgrounds

LCKC—Lorain County Kennel Club

JVS—Joint Vocational School

CTFS—Carlisle Twp Fire Station

NRTH—New Russia Twp. Hall

Skillathon Is MandatorySkillathon Is MandatorySkillathon Is MandatorySkillathon Is Mandatory

Dog skillathon will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2017 at the JVS. Your skillathon score will become part of your showmanship final score. (NOT

participating in a showmanship class will NOT exempt you from this

requirement)

For those exhibitors going for the Premier Exhibitor Award, skillathon is required.

All dog members will be participating in knowledge interview and project book judging on this

date. Books will NOT be judged at the Monday or Tuesday fair show.

Be prepared to identify the following parts of a dog using the showmanship age levels:

Junior = Body Parts

Intermediate = Foot

Senior = Skeleton

All age groups will need to be able to identify:

Dog Breeds

Animal Handling/Management

Equipment

Interview Questions

Information can be found in Chapter 1-7, 11, 15-18 and the glossary of the current Dog Resource

Handbook .

Some State Showmanship questions might be used and will serve as a good study guide, and can be

found at: http://www.ohio4h.org/statewide-programs/animal-sciences/dog/dog-resources

Make-Up Test

Those who can not make the July 22nd date at JVS will have the chance to take a written make-up test at the Extension office. Date to be announced. To qualify to take the make-up test an exhibitor must write a

letter to the Extension office explaining why they were unable to attend the July testing event.

Deadline for the excuse letter to be announced.

Hint: Make sure it is a good reason!!

Questions Contact:

Jeannie Wagner (440-458-6786) [email protected]

Kim Wallace ( 440-567-7480) [email protected]

Club Meetings Big Dogs

Head Advisor: Barb Oestreicher Phone: 440-963-0107

Email: [email protected]

Meeting Location: Kipton Recycle Building

417 State St. (St Rt . 511)

Kipton, Oh

Meeting Day: Tuesday—6:30

Rural Rebels

Head Advisor: Jeannie Wagner

Phone: 440-458-6786


Meeting Location: Carlisle Park,

Indian Hollow Rd.

Elyria, Oh 44035

Meeting Day: Monday—7:00

Precious Pups

Head Advisor Suzanne Malik

Phone: 440-322-7133

Cell 440-610-0256


Meeting Location Community Of Faith UCC

9715 East River Rd.

Elyria, Oh 44035

Meeting Day: Friday—7:00

K-9 Companions

Head Advisor Tammy Zifcak

Phone: 440-935-3732


Meeting Location: Whirlaway Parking Lot

Wellington, Oh 44090

Right Project / Right Book

Poster Projects Only

#200—All About Dogs

#201D—You and Your Dog

#201W—Working Dogs

These will be judged at the Ag Products/Still Life Judging on August 9th NRTH. You will need a poster and your completed Dog Record Book.

Project #201 D & W also require the Dog Resource

Book. (201R)

Live Dog Projects

#201O Obedience (Regular Obedience and Rally

Classes)

#201S Showmanship

#201P Performance (Agility)

#365 Helping Hands (PMC)

These projects will be judged on August 21st and 22nd at the fairgrounds. An exhibitor must do skillathon and attend two dog fun shows prior to fair

to participate.

All live projects require the one time purchase of the Dog Resource Book (201R). Each year an exhibitor

must fill out a NEW project record book.

If you are unsure which project to enroll in

contact your advisor or one of the dog club

advisors listed to the right.

Dog Class Progression

You enroll in a Dog Project, but when you go to a show you have to be in the right class. Following is a

brief description of how to progress from one class to another.

Obedience—Project #201O

First Year Beginner Or Pre-Novice A (Jr. or Sr.)

Non-Competitive Class Competitive Class

Designed for the young Non Experienced Dog & Handler

Exhibitor or puppy Can show in this class one year only

Can show in this class one year only. All exercises on lead

Pre-Novice B (Jr. or Sr.)

Experienced dog or handler

Same exercises as A class

All exercises on lead

(Heel, Figure 8, Stand for Exam, Recall, Long Sit & Down)

Can remain in this class as long as want unless win at the fair.

Novice A

Heel and Figure 8 are done on lead

All other exercises are done off lead

(Heel Free, Stand for Exam, Recall, Long Sit & Down)

Can show in this class one year only

No Jr. / Sr. Levels

Novice B

Exercises same as in “A” Class

Can remain in this class as long as want.

No Jr. / Sr. Levels

Graduate Novice A.

Heel on Lead

All other exercises are done off lead

(Figure 8, Drop Recall, Dumbbell Recall, Recall over High & Broad Jump, 3 minute Long Down with

handler out of sight.

May do this class for one year only

No Jr. / Sr. Levels

Graduate Novice B

Exercises same as in “A” Class

Can remain in this class as long as want.

No Jr./ Sr. Levels

Showmanship Classes—Project #201S

Showmanship is broken down into “A & B” classes. An exhibitor may show for the first year in the “A”

class of their age group, then must move on to the “B” class of their age group.

Age 8-11 Junior A Age 12-14 Intermediate A

Junior B Intermediate B

Age 15-18 Senior A

Senior B

Exhibitors are judged on Handler Appearance & Attitude

(Make sure to wear proper & appropriate clothing)

Dogs Grooming

Handling of the Dog

(Points are given for the ability to show the dog’s bit, stacking, gaiting, patterns, control of dog,

consideration of other exhibitors, handlers attention to judge, use of equipment smoothness of movement.

Either the judge or another person will conduct a dog knowledge age-appropriate interview, using the Dog

Resource Handbook.

Rally Classes—Project #201O

Beginner Rally A Beginner Rally B

First Year Dog & Handler Second year Dog or Handler

All exercises on lead Exercises same as in “A” Class

Can show in this class one year only Can show in this class one year only

5 to 10 stations

Novice Rally A Novice Rally B

Third year Dog or Handler Fourth year or more dog or handler

All exercises on lead Exercises same as in “A” class

Can show in this class one year only

10 to 15 stations

Advanced Rally A Advanced Rally B

All exercises are done off lead All exercises are done off lead

Can show in this class one year only Exercises same as in “A” class

12 to 17 stations

4-H Is Hurry Up

And Wait

Dog Shows Are

No Different

Agility—Project #201P

All dogs must be at least 18 months of age as of fair week.

All classes have a three (3) minute time limit.

Beginner Agility A Beginner Agility B

First year dog & handler Exhibitor and / or dog in their second year

All obstacles done on lead with a quick release collar Or an exhibitor with a new or second dog.

10 obstacles All obstacles done on lead with a quick release collar

A-Frame, table, pipe tunnel, six hurdles) 10 obstacles

Can show in this class one year only (A-Frame, table, pipe tunnel, six hurdles)

Exhibitor may remain in this class.

Elementary Agility Intermediate Agility

Open to a dog & handler used to off lead work. Dogs must compete off lead and may be with or without

All obstacles done off lead with quick release collar a quick release collar.

10 obstacles 12 to 14 obstacles

(A-Frame, table, pipe tunnel, six hurdles) (A-Frame, table, pipe tunnel, four to six hurdles, dog

Exhibitor may remain in this class walk, weave poles, long jump, tire jump)

Exhibitor may remain in this class

Senior Agility

Dogs must compete off lead and may be with or without a quick release collar.

13 to 15 obstacles

(A-Frame, table, pipe tunnel, four to six hurdles, dog walk, weave poles, long jump, tire jump, see-saw)

Exhibitor may remain in this class

Rally Clinic

Rural Rebels will be hosting a Rally Clinic and practice on

March 27, 2017 & April 24, 2017

Old Carlisle Township Fire Station

St. Rt. 301 (Just past Butternut Ridge)

7:00 PM

Instructor—Alicia Johnson

Not everyone has a set of Rally signs to practice with, making this a great opportunity.

Make sure to bring your dog’s choke collar and 6’ lead.

Equipment Needed

Obedience & Rally:

Dogs in obedience must wear well fitting slip collars (no prong collars) of appropriate length. They may be of leather, fabric or chain with two rings, one on each end. Obedience martingale training collars will also be permitted. The leash may be of leather, nylon or cotton webbing and should be 6' in length. (No chain leashes!) Collar should be free of any tags, bells, etc. Showmanship:

Exhibitors in this class may use either a chain or fabric slip collar. The leash may be of fabric or leather and long enough to allow for easy handling of the dog. Martingale type show leads are also acceptable. Collar should be free of any tags, bells, etc. Brace:

Coupler must be no shorter than 6 inches. Agility:

Quick release collar.

State Dog Bowl Contest

June 17, 2017 (Entry Deadline May 17, 2017)

Entry Fee $30.00 Per Team

The primary objective of the Dog Bowl Contest is to provide an opportunity for youth involved in 4-H dog projects to demonstrate their knowledge of canine-

related subject matter in a competitive setting where attitudes of friendliness and fairness prevail. The Dog Bowl Contest should provide an educational experience for both participants and

spectators.

Each county may enter two (2) junior and two (2) senior teams of four (4) or five (5) contestants.

Anyone interested in taking part contact:

Tammy Zifcak (440-935-3727) [email protected]

Full set of rules can be reviewed at:

http://www.ohio4h.org/sites/ohio4h/files/imce/2017%20Dog%20Bowl%20Rules_Entry%20Form.pdf

Fun Show Participation Requirement

Before the fair each exhibitor is required to attend at least two shows with each dog they are showing to qualify to show at the fair. Following is a list of fun shows as scheduled as of this

date. Limited information is available, watch Paw Prints for show updates.

Dog Council recommends that exhibitors and their dogs attend as many shows as possible for

practice and socialization.

Clinic and Fun Show

Dog Council

Date: June 17, 2017

Location: Fairgrounds, Building #17

Set-Up:

Clinic: 10:00 am

Check-In 11:00—12:00

Show: 1:00

Entry Fees:

Classes Offered: All Obedience, Showmanship, Rally & Cloverbud Classes.

Lunch/Snack Stand: Available

Contact Person: Jeannie Wagner 440-458-6786 Sue Malik 440-322-7133

Dress Code

Fun shows and Fair are meant to be enjoyed. You are expected to dress

comfortably according to the weather. But there are a few rules:

No Jeans or Shorts

Soft Soled Shoes, No Sandals or Filp Flops

No Shirts With Advertising

No Club Shirts

No Tank Tops

Skirts Must come at Least to the Knee

Long Hair should be tied back.

Agility Fun Show

K-9 Companions

Date: June 30, 2017

Location: Fairgrounds, Show Barn

Set-Up:

Check-In

Show:

Entry Fees:

Classes Offered: All Agility Classes.


Contact Person: Tammy Zifcak (440-935-3727) [email protected]

Fun Show

K-9 Companions

Date: July 1, 2017


Set-Up:

Check-In

Show:

Entry Fees:

Classes Offered: All Obedience, Rally, Showmanship and Cloverbud Classes.


Contact Person: Tammy Zifcak (440-935-3727) [email protected]

Agility Fun Show

Precious Pups

Date: July 6, 2017


Set-Up:

Check-In

Show:

Entry Fees:



Contact Person: Suzanne Malik (440-322-7133) [email protected]

Fun Show

Precious Pups

Date: July 8 2017


Set-Up:

Check-In

Show:

Entry Fees:



Fun Show

Rural Rebels

Date: July 17 2017

Location: Lorain County Kennel Grounds—St Rt. 511, Oberlin

Set-Up:

Check-In

Show:

Entry Fees:


Pre-Fair Agility Fun Show

Dog Council

Date: July 24, 2017

Location: Fairgrounds—Show Barn

Pre-Registration Due: July 14, 2017

Set-Up:

Check-In

Show:

Entry Fees:



Contact Person: Jeannie Wagner (440-458-6786) [email protected]

Suzanne Malik (440-322-7133) [email protected]

Pre-Fair Fun Show

Dog Council

Date: August 5, 2017



Set-Up:

Check-In

Show:

Entry Fees:

Classes Offered: All Obedience, Rally and Showmanship Classes.


Contact Person: Jeannie Wagner (440-458-6786) [email protected]

Suzanne Malik (440-322-7133) [email protected]

Fair Show

Jr. Fair Board




Set-Up: August 20, 2017 10:00 pm

Check-In 7:15 am

Show: 8:00 am

Entry Fees: None

Classes Offered: All Obedience, Rally and Showmanship Classes.

Fair Agility Show

Jr. Fair Board




Set-Up:

Check-In 5:15 pm

Show: 6:00 pm

Entry Fees: None


K-9 Royal Court Applications

K-9 Royal Court is sponsored by Lorain County Dog Council. The purpose is to recognize 4-H youth

who are participating in the Dog Program.

This is not a popularity contest. Contestants earn points by helping at fun shows and other 2017 dog activities. They are also required to write two essays on subjects picked by Dog Council. They must provide three references for which points are also earned. Their skillathon score is also figured in as is

their participation in showing at the fun shows.

King and Queen applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 18 as of January 1, 2017.

Prince and Princess applicants must be between the ages of 12 and 14 as of January 1, 2017

All applicants must be in at least their third (3) year of showing a live dog project. Dog poster

projects do not count toward the three years.

Applications are available at the Extension Office or on line at :

http://lorain.osu.edu/program-areas/4-h-youth-development/4-h-dog-forms-and-resources

Applications are due to Dog Council before the first dog show on June 17, 2017.

Questions call Jeannie Wagner at (440-458-6786) [email protected] or contact your advisor.

Additional Dog Information

Additional information and forms can be downloaded from the Extension web site at:

http://lorain.osu.edu/program-areas/4-h-youth-development/4-h-dog-forms-and-resources

or purchased from the Extension office.

Arm Bands

Each exhibitor will be issued an armband number at the first show they attend. This number identifies you and your dog for all the shows you attend in 2017. You are responsible for your number, should you loose your armband another can be purchased for $1.00. If you are showing two dogs make sure

you are wearing the number for the dog on the other end of your lead.

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Published By Paw Prints Council Lorain County 4-H … · Interview Questions ... Designed for the young Non Experienced Dog & Handler ... youth involved in 4-H dog projects to demonstrate