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BdFC of SEM - BouvNews Quarterly A PUBLICATION OF THE BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB OF SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN VOLUME XXXVI /NUMBER 1 - SPRING 2016
GCH ROTHSCHILD CLOAK N DAGGER CGCA
Russell
MAJOR WIN Judge John p wade
I’m special formidable northern delight AKC CH I’m Special Huron’s Prevailing Wind x AKC GCHB/UKC BIS CH I’m Special Illustrious Design at Formidable BN RN DD VBB
Owned by: Jean Barber, Patr ic ia L Murray, Chr is t ine Asay
Bred by: Wendy Sparschu & Patr ic ia L Murray Handled by: Chr is t ine Asay & Br i t tney Barber (p ic tured)
Merlot
Celebrating Over 40 years of Dedication and Devotion to the Bouvier des Flandres
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Rothschild Bouviers Front Cover
Bill Webb & Leslie Shimp Back Cover
Jean Barber Inside Front
Griswolds Bouviers Inside Back
Bill Webb Pgs 16 & 17
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A Letter from the Editor… Thank you to everyone who helped me create the BouvNews over the last 10 years. Without your ads and article contributions, the BouvNews would have ended many years ago. As this will be my last year editing the BouvNews, I hope that someone will step forward and continue the legacy created by the Club’s founding members. If you are interested in being the next BouvNews editor, please contact me. Thank you for 10 great years! Wendy Sparschu
On the Cover
GCh Rothschild Cloak N Dagger CGCA
A/C Ch Cam-Marlee's Roar of the Tundra x GCh Mapleridge Alotta Colada
Russell is a NEW Grand Champion! He is always owner-handled and has passed all his
health tests. Health Certifications
• OFA Hips Good • OFA Elbows Normal • OFA Cardiac • OFA Eyes • CHIC # 112446
Breeder/Owner/Handler: Myra Roth
Rothschild Bouviers Email: [email protected] 330-309-3379
Visit us on the web at www.bouvierclub.org
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PRESIDENT
Kathy Stone
(989) 271‐6276
11092 Grand Blanc Rd
Gaines, MI 48436
TREASURER
Patricia L. Murray
(810) 354‐8411
12271 Germany Rd.
Fenton, MI 48430
Ken Knurick (2017)
(248) 714‐9597
6920 Cooley Lake Rd
White Lake, MI 48383
Sandy Jarrell (2016)
(517) 545‐9041
6618 E. Allen Rd.
Fenton, MI 48430
2016 Club Officers
VICE PRESIDENT
Wendy Sparschu
(989) 295‐1057
2705 E Salzburg Rd
Bay City, MI 48706
SECRETARY
Susan Mullen
(248) 714‐9597
6920 Cooley Lake Rd
White Lake, MI 48383
David Sallay (2017)
(810) 767‐0393
1101 Woodlawn Park Dr.
Flint, MI 48503
Rebecca Allen‐Robbins (2016)
(810) 790‐0626
PO Box 31
North Street, MI 48049
BOARD MEMBERSBOARD MEMBERSBOARD MEMBERS
2016 Committee Chairs2016 Committee Chairs2016 Committee Chairs
BREEDER REFERRAL
Jim Stone
(989) 271‐6276 [email protected]
AGILITY
Deb Kaufman
(440) 526‐6425 [email protected]
BOUVNEWS SUBSCRIPTION and MEMBERSHIP
Marilyn Howard
(810) 614‐3817 [email protected]
BOUVNEWS and FACEBOOK
Wendy Sparschu
(989) 295‐1057 [email protected]
TROPHIES
Becky Allen‐Robbins
(810) 790‐0626 [email protected]
FUN MATCH and AKC RDO DAY
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WEBSITE and WAYS & MEANS
Sandy Jarrell
(517) 545‐9041 [email protected]
BOUVIER RESCUE
Glenda Szkrybalo
(517) 548‐9869 [email protected]
CARTING
Susan Mullen
(248) 714‐9597 [email protected]
Jim Stone (2017)
(989) 271‐6276
11092 Grand Blanc Rd
Gaines, MI 48436
All Club Mee ngs will take place on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise stated.
Email will be sent prior to mee ng with loca on.
Meeting Dates & Places Arrive by 7p to order dinner—mee ngs start at 7:30p
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Spring 2016 contents
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Member Brags
5 Ivermectin Side
Effects
8 FDA – Heartworm Prevention in Your
Pet
10 Annual All-Breed
Walk-a-thon
12 Yikes! I Have Blue
Bouviers
14 AKC Training- Home
Alone & Barking
15 Scientists Study the
Wet-Dog Shake
18 AKC Healthy Dog – Dangers of Xylitol
20
AKC Expanded Breeder Education
Program
21 AKC–Dog Obesity
24
2016 ABdFC National Specialty Info
25
How Pet Microchips Work
26
New OFA-ACVIM Advanced Cardiac
Database
28 AKC Training – Tips
to Teach Loose Leash Walking
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1 Advertisers & Cover Ad Info
2 Club Officers
& Committees
11 Club News
30 AKC News
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I’m Special Bouviers would like to congratulate our very own: “Nicholette” (Ch. I’m Special Formidable N’Chanting Nicholette) on our achieving a New Champion Title on her 13 months old Birthday.
Thank you Wendy Sparschu for such a lovely moving girl.
And
“James” (GCh I’m Special International Agent CGC DD) on completing Level 3 C-Wags Scent Work. Looking forward to Level 4 trials this summer.
We also congratulate: Bill & Patty Webb with “Blue” (GCH I’m Special Knock Out Blue DD) on earing their Bronze Grand Champion Title and a Herding Group 1 in the same weekend! Also congrats on earning their 3rd leg in Level 3 C-Wags Scent Work and needing one more leg to move on to Level 4.
As well, Bill & Patty Webb with their new addition “Merlin” aka Not Blue Two (I’m Special Chusan Optimal Performance) on their Group 1 Puppy win at the well-attended AAKC match. Congratulations from I’m Special Bouviers also going to: Jeff and Cindy Griswold on both their puppy girls earning 5pt Majors! “Jamie” (Griswolds I’m Special International Agent) from the 6-9 puppy class and “Tasha” (Formidable I’m Special Natasha) from the 12-18 class. To Jean Barber on her puppy girl “Merlot” (I’m Special Formidable Northern Delight) earning her first major at 14 months old!
To Wendy Sparschu, Janet Lentini and Darcie Livingston on all the wonderful successes you’ve enjoyed so far with your breedings including our boys Justin, Maverick and James!
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UKC GCH,CKC,AKC CH Robbins Coebergh VD Indelible C-SP "ERIK" earned 2 legs on April 2 to finish
his C-SD title. This is the second level of NOSE WORK C-Wags. He was fast too, Ring size 40' x 60',
40seconds to find two different scents in containers on first run, 1:40 to find two different scents in
containers second run. He also has qualified Preliminary Birch with UKC Nose Work Titling Program.
When he enters the course he goes to work, highly pleased with his work ethic and energy in preforming
the tasks. After the job is done he is the same fun loving enjoyable companion.
Thank you Erik. –Marilyn Howard
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Formidable Bouviers congratulates − Our own Monique (Formidable I’m Special Nciting a Runway Riot) on her Group 1s at the
Spartan Mid-Winter and AAKC Fun Matches and her Winners Bitch win in Auburn, IN. − Stephanie Sparschu on Lakin (Formidable K-Jan’s One of a Kind Lakin) winning a Puppy Group
2 at the Spartan Mid-Winter Fun Match and earning his 1st point at his 1st AKC show winning Best of Winners in Auburn, IN.
− Jeff and Cindy Griswold on Tasha (Formidable I’m Special Natasha) winning Best of Breed in Auburn, IN from the 12-18mo class over several Specials to earn a 5pt major.
− Darcie Livingston & Janet Lentini on Guess (Ch K-Jan’s Formidable Moonlight Magic) on his multiple Select Dog wins as he works towards his Grand Champion title.
Member Brags
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Common Heartworm Medication Ivermectin Can Have Serious Side Effects for Some Breeds Arliss Paddock, AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB Dec 04, 2015
Dogs of some herding breeds and some mix-breed dogs can have a genetic mutation that makes them dangerously oversensitive to ivermectin, the active ingredient in some commonly used heartworm prevention medicines for dogs.
Given at the proper doses and under the supervision of a veterinarian, ivermectin is safe for most dogs and is very effective in treating and preventing a number of parasites. However, a dog with the mutation who ingests
the drug can have a severe, life-threatening reaction called ivermectin toxicity.
This sensitivity is because of a mutation in what is known as the MDR1 gene. In dogs who have the mutation, the drug crosses the blood-brain barrier and causes neurological damage, which can be lethal.
Dogs can ingest ivermectin not only in the form of heartworm preventative, but also if they eat the manure of livestock that were treated with the drug for parasite control. For this reason, owners of vulnerable breeds should be extra vigilant when their dogs are around horses, sheep, or other livestock.
Dogs with the mutation are hypersensitive to other medications as well, including loperamide
(Imodium), acepromazine, and some chemotherapy drugs.
Symptoms of ivermectin toxicity The signs of ivermectin toxicity can be acute or mild. Acute symptoms can occur within 4 to 12 hours of ingestion, while milder symptoms may become apparent over 2 or 3 days. Symptoms can include:
• Lethargy or depression • Disorientation • Drooling • Loss of appetite • Slow heartbeat
• Dilation of pupils • Trembling or seizures • Inability to stand • Difficulty breathing • Sudden blindness
Which breeds can be sensitive to ivermectin?
Owners of herding breeds or other vulnerable dogs should be careful that their dogs do not eat the manure of sheep or other livestock that may have been treated with ivermectin.
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The following types of dogs have been found to be prone to the mutation:
• Australian Shepherd • Border Collie • Collie • English Sheepdog • German Shepherd Dog • Longhaired Whippet
• Miniature American Shepherd • Old English Sheepdog • Shetland Sheepdog • Silken Windhound • Skye Terrier • Working Collie
• Mixed-breeds that may have herding-breed heritage
It’s important to understand that not all individual dogs in the breeds listed above have the mutant gene.
Test for ivermectin sensitivity Fortunately, a simple genetic test is now available that indicates whether or not a dog has the mutation. Veterinarians recommend that owners of herding-breed dogs have this simple test performed on their pets. The test involves a small brush that is quickly swiped in the dog's mouth, with the sample then sent to a testing lab at Washington State University.
If you are concerned about your dog being vulnerable to ivermectin or other drugs or have questions about the use of heartworm preventative, be sure to speak with your vet.
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How Widespread are Heartworms? The first canine heartworms in the United States were discovered in 1856, in the southeast, according to Stanford University. It is most common in the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, but has been reported in all 50 states, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
It has been diagnosed around the world. There are few habitable places that are totally safe, especially if your travel with your dogs, and it's almost impossible to assess risk based on location.
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The American Heartworm Society (AHS) conducts surveys every three years of the number of cases reported by veterinarians and shelters throughout the country and produces a map of heartworm incidence.
Areas with large populations of wild or stray animals pose an enhanced risk, although even dogs who stay inside most of the time are not totally safe from a mosquito's bite. Also, pets being shipped from state to state may introduce heartworm into regions where it was historically not a problem. After Hurricane Katrina in 2005, about a quarter of a million pets traveled from the New Orleans area to new
homes around the country. Some brought heartworm with them. AHS estimates that more than a million pets in the U.S. are infected. Preventing Heartworm
Treatment for heartworm is very hard on the dog, consisting of a drug contains arsenic and can have some serious side effects. That is why veterinarians are so adamant about yearly testing and administration of preventative compounds—what scientists call chemoprophylaxis. These medications are also effective against other parasites, such as roundworms, hookworms, fleas, and tapeworms. Different formulations are available for dogs and cats, and it's important that you do not mix these up.
Following is a list of some preventatives:
• Heartgard ®Plus for Dogs (chewable, ivermectin/pyrantel) • Tri-Heart®Plus for Dogs (chewable, ivermectin/pyrantel) • Iverhart Max® for Dogs (chewable, ivermectin/pyrantel permeate/prziquantel) • Sentinel® for Dogs (chewable, milbemycin oxime/lufenuron/praziquantel) • Interceptor® Plus (milbemycin oxime/praziquantel) • Revolution® for Dogs (topical, selamectin) • Advantage Multi™for Dogs (topical, imidacloprid + moxidectin)
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1 / FDA Consume r Hea l t h In fo r ma t ion / U . S . F ood and D r ug Admin i s t r a t i on JANUARY 2016
Consumer Health Informationwww.fda.gov/consumer
Heartworm DiseaseA dog or cat can get heartworm disease through a mos-quito bite. If the mosquito is carrying the heartworm lar-vae (infective stage) when it bites a pet, the disease is likely to be transmitted to the pet. The larvae enter the bite wound and move through the pet’s body. The adult worms live in the heart, lungs, and nearby blood vessels, where they can grow up to 12 inches long.
Dogs, cats, and some other mammals can get heartworms only if bitten by an infected mosquito; the disease is not contagious from one animal to another. Heartworms in humans are very rare.
Most dogs and cats with heartworm infection do not show any symptoms until the disease becomes severe. At that stage, symptoms may include• difficulty breathing• coughing• tiredness• reduced appetite and weight loss• vomiting and gagging (usually only in cats)• lung, liver, kidney, or heart failure, leading to death
Prevention Vs. Treatment“Prevention is much easier than treatment,” says Martine Hartogensis, D.V.M., a veterinarian in FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM), because most heartworm pre-ventive products are given to pets only once a month.
“Treatment for dogs can have serious side effects, requires multiple injections, and may involve blood work and x-rays before treatment,” says Hartogensis. “Dogs need to be closely monitored during treatment and for up to 24 hours after treatment. Also, the drug used to kill adult
Heartworm Preventionin Your PetHeartworm is a difficult-to-treat and
potentially fatal disease in dogs and cats, but it can be prevented with drugs
approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Owners have a variety of products to choose from to help keep their pets heartworm-free.
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Consumer Health Informationwww.fda.gov/consumer
heartworms in dogs is currently only available in limited quantities.”
Following treatment for heartworm disease, dogs should have restricted exercise for up to six weeks, adds Har-togensis, because active dogs are at risk for death from a clot in the lungs.
There is no heartworm treatment approved for cats; medications may help manage the symptoms.
Types of Heartworm PreventivesA variety of products are available by prescription only:• oral pill or tablet· ivermectin· milbemycin oxime
• topical liquid that the owner squeezes from a tube onto the pet’s back· selamectin· moxidectin
• injectable (for dogs only)· moxidectin
A few heartworm preventives are com-bined with other ingredients to kill fleas and some types of ticks and intestinal parasites.
Because pets that have heartworms may not show symptoms right away, your veterinarian may test your pet before prescribing heartworm preventive, and then yearly, to make sure the pet is not infected. Dogs are tested for heartworm using a simple blood test. Testing in cats, however, is more difficult than, and not as accurate as, testing in dogs.
“Talk to your veterinarian about testing and the best heartworm pre-ventive program for you and your pet,” says Hartogensis. “Your veterinarian’s recommendation may depend on where you live and whether your pet spends time inside or outside.” Heartworms
have been found in all 50 states, according to the American Heartworm Society, but they are more commonly found in some areas of the country than others.
Injectable Heartworm PreventiveProHeart 6 (moxidectin) Sustained Release Injectable for Dogs is the only six-month injectable heartworm preven-tive approved in the United States. First approved in 2001, ProHeart 6 was vol-untarily recalled by the original manu-facturer, Fort Dodge Animal Health, in 2004 based on FDA’s concerns regarding reports of serious side effects, including death. In June 2008, FDA concurred with Fort Dodge’s decision to reintro-duce ProHeart 6 to the U.S. market under a special program to manage the risks and restrict distribution. After the recall, Fort Dodge• revised the product label and
Client Information Sheet to include updated safety information
• revised the risk minimization and restricted distribution program several times to reflect current safety information
ProHeart 6 is the first veterinary drug ever sold under a risk minimization and restricted distribution program similar to that used successfully for some human drugs. Now manufactured by Zoetis, ProHeart 6 continues to be sold under the program which requires the following procedures:• Veterinarians need to register
with the manufacturer and complete in-depth training prior to purchasing ProHeart 6.
• Only veterinarians and staff who have completed the training can inject the drug into the dog.
• Veterinarians need to provide clients with an information sheet about the drug’s risks.
• Veterinarians need to record the product lot number in the medical record and report any unexpected side effects.
Tips for Consumers• Ask your veterinarian if your dog
or cat should be on a heartworm preventive.
• Store all medications away from children and pets. Your dog may not distinguish a chewable heartworm preventive drug from a tasty treat.
• You can buy heartworm preventive from your veterinarian. If you buy it from an Internet pharmacy, follow the advice in “Purchasing Pet Drugs Online: Buyer Beware” (www.fda.gov/consumer/updates/petdrugsonline121407.html).
• If you think your pet is having a side effect from a heartworm preventive, call your veterinarian immediately. In addition to treating your pet, your veterinarian can notify the manufacturer, who is required to report side effects to FDA. Owners can also file a report directly with CVM if they wish.
Find this and other Consumer Updates at www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates
Sign up for free e-mail subscriptions at www.fda.gov/consumer/consumerenews.html
“Talk to your veterinarian about testing and the best heartworm preventive program for you and your pet.”
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Come walk your pooch with Michigan Boxer Club, Bouvier des Flandres Club of Southeastern Michigan
And the Great American Dog Training Company.
All proceeds go to AKC Humane Fund
Only a $10 Donation no pre-registration needed.
The AKC Humane Fund is proud to be the leading organization that provides financial assistance to domestic
abuse shelters that accept pets. Our grants make it easier for women’s shelters to welcome pets
and help break the cycle of domestic abuse.
Demonstrations: (Ongoing through Event)
Cart Pull Presented by: Bouvier des Flandres Club of SE Michigan
Nose Work Presented by: Great American Dogs
Barn Hunt Presented by: In The Doghouse Productions
Field Work Presented by: Great American Dogs
Jeff and Sue
Schultz
(248) 684-9098
Pat Murray
(810) 354-8411
Walk Registration:
9am—1pm
7th Annual Pet Walk-A-Thon Saturday April 23, 2016
Hosted By Michigan Boxer Club &
Bouvier des Flandres Club & Great American Dogs
Central Park In Downtown Milford
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CLUB NEWS
Mark your Calendars!
April 23rd
Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser Milford, Mi
All proceeds go to AKC Humane Fund
Only a $10 Donation & no pre-registration needed.
We will be hosting this event in
conjunction with the Mi Boxer Club & The Great American Dog Training Co
Additional planned events:
* Carting demonstration/try-it * Retrieving demonstration/try-it * Barn hunt try-it
Check our Facebook page & website
for updates.
“Like” us on Facebook to stay up to date on the latest Club info. __________________________________
New Editor Needed The Club is searching for a new BouvNews editor – contact a Club Officer if you are interested
To the following Club members on their achievements
NOHS Rankings For Events Processed Through:
March 31, 2016 No. 1 - GCH Limerick's Veni Vidi Vici - Steven & Megan Abe No. 3 - GCH I'M Special Knock Out Blue CGC – Bill & Patty Webb No. 8 – Abken’s Dancing Spyder CGC - Emmy Wolters/Ms. Jo Lapp No. 11 – GCH Cam’s Rogue Warrior CD BN THD – Pam & Brian
Sturgill/Marilyn Adams No. 28 – GCH Avice American Express – Jeff & Cindy
Griswold/Janice Litogot/Patricia Murray No. 28 – Quiche’s New Benbears Babka CGC – Beverly Schill/Caryn
Schill
Top 20 Stats - May 1, 2015 – Dec 31, 2015
#15 - GCH CH I'M Special Knock Out Blue CGC - Bill Webb #19 - GCH Limerick's Veni Vidi Vici - Steven & Megan Abe
Obedience Average Scores – Thru Dec 2015
Novice #1 - GCH CH I'M Special Knock Out Blue CGC - Bill Webb
Agility Stats – Thru Dec 2015
Open #2– GCH I’M Special Inspired Design CDX BN RE NA NAJ – Leslie Shimp
Open Preferred #1– GCH I’M Special Inspired Design CDX BN RE NA NAJ – Leslie Shimp
Points Forward Agility Championship #3– CH I’M Special In Real Time AX AXJ OF – Deb Kaufman
Carting Titles – 2015 DD GCH I'M Special International Agent DD CGC – Patricia Murray DD GCHB I'm Special Illustrious Design At Formidable BN RN DD
- Wendy Sparschu
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Yikes, I Have Blue Bouviers!!! By Sherrod McDaniel
Even experienced Bouvier breeders are shocked to whelp “blue puppies”. When I assisted in whelping a litter of seven with two other breeders, we were all astounded to see the strange colors of three puppies. A blue Bouvier whelp is a distinctly different color. The gray coat with a blue or lavender cast is reminiscent of Weimaraner coloring. Coat texture is also different and is described as having a velvet sheen. One breeder said, “You can tell that it is ‘blue’ while still in the sac”. In other breeds this is sometimes called a “born blue”. And in fact, one of the breeders thought that a presenting blue puppy in the sac was distressed or dead but the puppy was fine. Looking for an explanation for the blue Bouviers, we examined the pedigree of this linebred litter. We identified one bitch, who was both the paternal grandmother and the maternal great grandmother of this litter who had produced blue puppies. Her son, the dam’s sire, had blue littermates. With this information we thought we were probably dealing with a genetic issue. Contacting other breeders produced dozens of pedigrees of litters with blue puppies. Breeders were asked to share pedigrees where they had first-hand knowledge of blue puppies as well as descriptions of the puppies as adults and identification of any health concerns related to being born a blue Bouvier. In just a few weeks, the community of breeders identified over forty dogs who had produced blue Bouviers.
Breeders reported that as the blue neonate matures, pigment becomes gray rather than black. Nose, lips and pads will be gray. Eye color may be a brighter blue than the other puppies and may stay blue longer. The adult blue Bouvier is harder to identify. As a mature dog, some of these blue puppies will have yellow eyes, gray or a lighter brown eye rather than the required “dark brown eye” of the ABdFC Standard. Some adult coats will be a flatter, solid gray, “blue brindle” or may appear to be a normal gray coat. Perhaps the difficulty in identifying adult dogs as “born blue” explains the reason that our Bouvier des Flandres Standard states, “yellow or light eyes are to be
strongly penalized”. The FCI Standard includes interesting wording when considering the blue puppy as a mature adult. The FCI Bouvier Standard includes, “Simultaneous faults in pigmentation (nose, lips and eyelids)” under serious faults. Blue is probably an ancient dog color and the language of the Bouvier Standards suggest that breeders have dealt with this issue for a long time. Other breeds report health problems associated with some blue dogs. It is important to note that the Bouvier breeders who responded did not report any consistent health issues relating to blue Bouviers. The puppies were placed as companions and pets, not bred. Though “painted a different color”, they are every bit the wonderful Bouviers we love. Although the blue Bouviers are not bred, it is not uncommon for normal appearing parents to produce blue puppies. An examination of the submitted pedigrees, strongly suggested a recessive pattern of inheritance. Because recessive genes have a nasty habit of appearing to skip a generation or two, breeders may think that their blue babies are an isolated event. But in every litter with blue babies, on average 50% of the littermates will be carriers. As subsequent (phenotypic normal) carrier generations are mated, the recessive blue is again expressed, to the surprise of the “down stream” breeder. Many of us line breed on the great Bouviers of the 1990’s. Because we combine pedigrees where the common ancestor is four or five generations back, we reason unwanted recessives are avoided. In fact, we often double the recessive that causes blue Bouviers. Researchers now know that many factors affect canine coat color and pigment. But to explain “born blue” dogs in the simplest terms, we can use the formula of the Dilution gene, where D is normal color and intensity and d is diluted and recessive. A blue dog would be dd. In breeds where “born blue” dogs are uncommon and undesirable the dd is typically produced by the mating of the normal looking carriers Dd. And in this simple recessive formula: Dd x Dd, on the average, 25% will be affected dd or blue, 50% will be carriers or Dd and 25% will be normal or DD. However, several Bouvier breeders reported having a higher than 25% affected (blue babies) rate in their litters. Some breeders reported 40% and 50% affected.
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We asked breeders if they had known that they would probably have blues would they have gone ahead with the breeding. Several breeders with limited breeding programs said, “No.” For those breeders, the loss of 25% or more of potential breed dogs was too high. Some breeding for a certain characteristic or breeding away from a more serious health concern would have taken the risk of having blues. The problem for Bouvier breeders is two-fold. First is the loss of the blue puppies to our breeding programs. And second is that having had blue puppies, we now have unidentified carriers as potential producers of more blue puppies. The number of unidentified carriers may be larger than first guessed. Of the forty dogs and bitches identified by breeders as producing blues, many were widely used with hundreds of litters among them. Dr Sheila Schmutz of the University of Saskatchewan has identified MLPH (melanophilin) as the genetic mutation that causes the blue recessive (d) in some dog breeds. In some of the breeds in which MLPH causes blue there are DNA tests for all carriers. Dr Schmutz generously agreed to test the family of Bouviers that produced the blue puppies in the whelping I attended. We hoped that this Bouvier family would be positive for MLPH (d) and breeders could then be invited to participate in developing a test for the carriers of the blue mutation. The owner of the sire and the owner of the dam and litter submitted DNA cheek swabs from the parents and the seven puppies. However, none of the three blue puppies were homozygous (dd) for the common MLPH (d). The sire and one of the blue puppies were heterozygous (Dd) for MLPH (d). These findings led Dr. Schmutz to conclude that the common MLPH (d) contributes to blue in some Bouviers. Since there are two or more MLPH mutations (i.e. d, d2, d3) in several breeds, Dr. Schmutz suggests that another mutation, or another mutation in combination with MLPH, causes blue in some Bouviers. So the hopes of a genetic test for all carriers of the blue mutation were dashed. We could identify some of the blue carriers with the available genetic tests. But until the other mutations are identified, we cannot identify all blue carriers. (For a more complete explanation of dog colors with great color photos log on to Dr Schmutz’ web page http://homepage.usask.ca/~schmutz/dogcolors.html). For the breeder who wants to avoid or at least be prepared for the possibility of blue puppies, the invaluable tools of communication among breeders and pedigree research are paramount. Breeders need to acknowledge that in a litter with blue puppies the normal phenotype Bouviers have a 66% chance of being carriers. With this statistic in mind, we can
understand there are an unknown number of carriers. Also, a male or a bitch is a proven carrier if they have produced blues. These proven carriers and potential carriers are often lovely, healthy dogs that should be bred and communication among breeders can reduce the risk of blue puppies. However, many dogs’ carrier status will only be determined by multiple breedings. Reports from the breeders for this article were collected in an anecdotal fashion. A more formal survey resulting in an accurate report of the incidence of blue puppies with a better sense of the potential carrier population size would be useful to breeders. And, it is very important that we follow the lives of the blue puppies so that we are more certain that there are no related health issues. Dr. Schmutz suggested that we develop a Bouvier Coat Color website. During this study we discovered that Bouvier breeders use different color terminology from the terms used by other breeds and by genetic researchers. A Coat Color website would be useful for researchers, breeders and judges. She also suggested that we have her research the genetics of Bouvier coat color. This study could identify genes beyond D that contribute to the colors of Bouviers. If your dam surprises you with blue Bouvier puppies, remember the good news. There are no consistently reported health concerns in the blue Bouviers. As a breeder, you will identify the blue puppy as pet quality the moment it is born. There is no waiting for a bite to correct nor reason to suffer the heartbreak of the lovely two-year-old that does not pass a health test. We all struggle with the thoughtful decision making behind each breeding and we get surprised all the time. And finally, now you know that you are not alone.
Blue Bouvier Puppies
Special thanks go out to Sherrod McDaniel for the permission to reprint this article. You can reach Sherrod at [email protected] for more info. This article was originally printed in the Fall 2007 issue of the BouvNews.
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Home Alone 2: What to Do When Your Dog Barks
While You Are Gone AKC GoodDog! Helpline Trainer Hilarie Erb, AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB
You have just been told that while you are at work, your dog barks all day. At first you don’t want to believe it.
But you know that if you were in your neighbor’s shoes, you wouldn’t want to listen to endless barking either.
A big part of being a responsible dog owner is ensuring that your dog’s behavior doesn’t affect other people negatively. Additionally, being evicted from your apartment or staying home from work are
not options. The nuisance barking needs to end right away. What to do?
First, look for the trigger that causes the barking. Possibilities are boredom, sights and sounds from outside, and anxiety. Maybe there has been a big change, such as a move to a new home or a different schedule.
Start with exercise. If you have a young, high-energy dog then he’s likely not getting enough exercise. Most people underestimate the amount of exercise a young healthy dog needs. Two 30-minute walks per day won’t do; some breeds need vigorous exercise for closer to two hours per day! Get up a little earlier in the morning so that your dog gets a good workout. Tired dogs take naps, a nice quiet activity.
Other exercise options:
• Find a dog walker who can come at mid-day to exercise your dog and break the monotony of being alone all day.
• Consider doggie daycare. It may seem like a big expense, but compared to the cost of moving or the potential damage a bored dog can do, it’s well worth it. Your dog will be happy and tired at the end of the day!
Training: It will stimulate his brain and body. It can’t take place while you are at work, but evening and weekend training classes will give you and the dog great exercise and mental stimulation and will strengthen the bond between you. The benefits of training your dog will improve his overall quality of life.
Reduce Sights and Sounds: This might be an easy fix. If your dog has access to windows through which she sees everything going by, try closing shades or drapes. Humans don’t like the idea of not being able to see outside, but for a dog, the inability to get to what she sees can be very frustrating. “Out of sight, out of mind” is very true for dogs. Play music or leave the television on to drown out outside noises. There are CDs available specifically for this purpose, too.
Provide your dog with things to do while you’re gone. Food puzzle toys are great! It can take a good while for the dog to extract kibble from these. Just be sure that it’s not possible for her to get it stuck under the couch or some other place that will require her to perform serious demolition to get to it.
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If you live in a house with a fenced yard, don’t leave the dog outside. He might decide that guarding his territory is his job and bark to scare everything he sees away or out of his yard. Set up an area indoors or use a crate with good toys to occupy your dog while you’re away.
Is this a new behavior? Sometimes when dogs get older and hearing, eyesight, even mental acuity deteriorate, they develop anxieties. Things don’t seem the same. While the physical exercise required may be less, trying some of the other tips above might help. Make sure that your older dog has a cozy space and a soft bed.
If you are truly providing your dog with adequate exercise and stimulation but nothing is helping, it is possible that he has separation anxiety.
There isn’t a quick fix for this. Don’t make a big deal about leaving the house or coming home. You can try leaving for short periods, gradually increasing the time you are away. Put an unwashed shirt of yours in the dog’s bed; maybe your scent will make him feel more secure. There are calming products and anti-anxiety medications available from your veterinarian.
If none of these suggestions help, consult an animal behaviorist. You can find one through your veterinarian or go to https://iaabc.org/ to find one in your area.
Scientists Study the Wet-Dog Shake Liz Donovan, AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB
Anyone who has had a wet dog shake nearby has suspected he ends up wetter than the dog. There’s a reason why dogs shake dry rather than drip dry.
Researchers at Georgia Tech used high-speed cameras to film dozens of wet animals, from mice to bears. Watching them shake in slow motion revealed they shook 70 percent of the water off their coat in just a fraction of a second.
Although fur is great for keeping animals insulated, when it gets wet, surface tension traps water next to an animal’s skin. In cold weather, that can lead to hypothermia. Shaking is more efficient at getting the water off than evaporation, researchers found.
And not all shakes are created equal. Turns out, furry mammals of different sizes adjust their shaking speed to get as dry as possible using the least amount of energy. That means the smaller the dog, the faster it shakes to dry. Additionally, researchers found that the loose skin that whips around as the animal changes direction is crucial to the efficiency of the shaking.
There is a reason behind the research: Scientists think their findings can lead to technology for instruments like camera lenses or solar panels that need to stay dry but are in hard-to-reach places.
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Eukanuba
Best Of Breed - NOHS Finals In Orlando Florida
Multiple 2015 NOHS Group First Winner
Award Of Merit Winner - Eukanuba Finals
Always Owner Handled By: Bill Webb
Breeders:
I’m Special Bouviers
Patricia Murray & Janice Litogot
Owners: Bill and Patty Webb
Davisburg, Michigan
Thank-You Breeder-Judge: Mr. Rick Gschwender
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PHOTO BY DOC WALKER
PHOTO BY DOC WALKER MEDINA SWARM AGILITY CLUB CARTING TRIAL
JUDGES STEVE AND DORI LIKEVICH
PERFORMANCE
Year 2015;
We have had time for some performance work!
Carting: Blue and I earned our Master Draft Dog Title
Scent Work: Earned our 3rd of 4 legs at Level 3 C-Wags
Obedience: Novice 2nd Leg Score 195.5
PHOTO BY DOC WALKER
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Liz Donovan, AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB Dec 16, 2015
A substance called xylitol is making thousands of dog sick and even causing death, affecting more pets now than ever before, and it's probably in your home right now.
Cases of xylitol poisoning in dogs have increased dramatically in recent years, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing statistics from the Pet Poison Helpline, which received 10 times as many calls relating to xylitol by November 2015 than in all of 2009.
“There are still a lot of dog owners who have never heard of xylitol,” Ahna Brutlag, associate director of veterinary services for the hotline told The Wall Street Journal. “Nor do they understand that something this benign, an ordinary sweetener, could be toxic to pets.”
Learn about this substance, why it’s dangerous to dogs, and what to do if your dog eats it.
Xylitol is a sugar substitute most often associated with “sugar-free” chewing gum and mints, but it’s also found some brands of peanut butter, toothpastes, certain medications, and vitamins, many sugar-free products (chocolate, JELLO, yogurt, pudding), and even some household products such as baby wipes and lip balm. A comprehensive list of products is available here. VCA Hospitals reports that xylitol is 100 times more toxic to dogs than chocolate.
According to Caroline Coile, AKC Family Dog Nutrition & Health columnist: “The dog’s pancreas confuses xylitol with real sugar and releases insulin to store it. The insulin removes real sugar from the bloodstream and the dog can become weak, and have tremors and even seizures starting within 30 minutes of eating it.” Other symptoms of hypoglycemia include poor coordination and vomiting/diarrhea.
Liver failure (and death) can also result from xylitol ingestion, and symptoms can take as much as eight hours as show up. A dog only needs to consume a very little amount of xylitol to receive a deadly dose. As much as two pieces of gum can cause a problem in a small-breed dog.
If you suspect your dog ate something with xylitol in it, no matter how little it was, contact your veterinarian (or an emergency veterinarian if off-hours) immediately.
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“Because the amount of xylitol in gum and other products varies so widely and because some manufacturers don’t report how much is in their product, it’s important to call your veterinarian as soon as possible if he ate something with xylitol in it,” Coile says.
A good prognosis is dependent on how quickly the pet is treated. Your veterinarian may need to stabilize your pet’s blood sugar, give intravenous fluids, monitor your pet, and use other therapies to treat symptoms.
Read the ingredients: If you’re offering your dog peanut butter, look for xylitol in the ingredients, as some brands, namely specialty brands, are using the sugar substitute to sweeten their product. Also, check the label on products with buzz words relating to sugar, such as “reduced sugar,” “diabetic-friendly,” “cavity-free,” or “no sugar added,” for example, as these also may contain xylitol.
Keep gum, candies, mints, and purses out of reach: Even if you don’t typically have these items in your home, be sure that guests visiting keep their purses out of the dog’s reach in case they are carrying xylitol-containing medications or products, such as gum, mints, or candies. Also, be aware of household products that contain xylitol and find alternatives or store them where your dog cannot reach them.
Be prepared: Post the phone number to the Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661) as well as the number and address for your local emergency veterinarian in a place where all household members can see it. This is a good idea for all pet-related emergencies. That way, if your dog eats xylitol or another toxic substance, you'll save precious minutes getting him treatment immediately.
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The American Kennel Club is pleased to announce the expansion of its Breeder Education platform to include new courses and materials. With Royal Canin USA as the sponsor, the AKC continues its long-standing commitment to advance the health and welfare of all dogs by creating one of the world’s foremost online breeder education libraries.
In addition to AKC-owned breeder education materials, famed dog author and Breeding Expert Claudia Waller Orlandi, Ph.D., has also made her books, ABC’s of Dog Breeding and Practical Canine Anatomy & Movement, available on the Breeder Education web pages. Orlandi has been an AKC Breeder of the Year and is also a judge and former chairman of the Breeders/Judges Education Committee for the Basset Hound Club of America. She also shares her vast knowledge on dog breeding at seminars and symposiums held around the world.
“Knowledge is power in all phases of our lives,” Orlandi said. “The more a breeder knows about the science of breeding healthy dogs, the more they can control canine genetic diseases in their breeding programs.”
The AKC is also partnering with the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) to convert some of its excellent breeder content into educational courses, including the CHF and Zoetis Reproduction Series: Whelping and Dystocia. Additionally, How Nutrition Influences Reproductive Performance, a course developed and presented by Jill Cline, Ph.D and Rick Kesler, DVM from Royal Canin for the AKC Breeder Excellence Seminar series, delves into the important topic of how nutrition impacts reproduction will also be made available.
Breeders may access the educational materials at no cost and may opt to be tested on the material and receive a certificate upon passing the examinations, for an additional fee.
“Responsible breeders are always learning, but it can be difficult to find convenient educational opportunities on the latest breeding best practices,” said Mark Dunn, VP, Registration & Customer Development, AKC. “The AKC is committed to improving the education and capability of all breeders as well as the happiness and health of all purebred dogs.”
Anyone interested in dog breeding may access the Royal Canin USA sponsored AKC Breeder Education courses free of charge at http://education.akc.org/akcedu.
For more information on AKC Breeder Education, please visit http://www.akc.org/dog-breeders/breeder-education/.
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Mara Bovsun, AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB march 04, 2016
Plump puppies may be cute, but when it comes to canine health, lean is better.
Still, as is true with humans, too many dogs are fat, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). In its eighth annual survey of the girth of American pets, released in March 2015, the organization found that 53 percent of the nation’s dogs are overweight.
International research suggests that this is a global problem, with surveys from various parts of the world showing that the incidence of canine obesity around 40 percent or more. Most investigators say that this health issue gets worse each year. Another part of the APOP survey showed that in 2014, 17.6 percent of dogs were clinically obese (30 percent or more overweight). That was up a full point from just one year before.
Courtesy APOP
Even worse, 95 percent of owners don’t realize that their plump dogs need to drop a few pounds. The APOP calls this a “fat pet gap,” in which a chubby dog is identified as normal.
Dr. Ernie Ward, veterinarian and founder of APOP says, “Pet owners think their obese dog or cat is a normal weight, making confronting obesity difficult. No one wants to think their pet is overweight, and overcoming denial is our first battle.”
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WHAT HEALTH PROBLEMS ARE CAUSED BY DOG OBESITY?
Dogs do not suffer the social stigma that plagues overweight and obese people, but there are many diseases and conditions that come along with extra pounds. These include:
• Type 2 diabetes • Osteoarthritis, especially in the hip • High blood pressure • Skin disease • Thyroid problems
• Seizures • Heart and Respiratory Disease • Kidney Disease • Some cancers
• Orthopedic problems, cranial cruciate ligament injuries • Decreased life expectancy (up to 2.5 years)
HOW CAN YOU TELL IF YOUR DOG IS OBESE
The scale rules for people, but for pets, figuring out whether your dog is overweight or obese is a matter of appearance and touch. You should, for example, be able to feel your dog’s ribs when you press her sides. Several dog-food manufacturers have canine body-condition charts that can help you determine if your dog needs to drop a few pounds (see chart next page).
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DOG NEEDS A DIET
As with humans, there are a few tried-and-true methods for slimming down. First, you should check with your vet to make sure that the excess weight is not the result of an underlying health problem or disease. Also, before you change a food or reduce calories, you’ll want to get your dog a check up and talk to your vet about the best options.
Measure Meals Keeping a diary is one of the most important steps in any human weight-loss program. Since dogs can’t write, you’ll have to do it for him. Keep track of how much kibble you are feeding by using a measuring cup.
Establish a Schedule If you free-feed, leaving food down all day, offer meals on a set schedule. Put the food down for a certain time, perhaps 15 minutes, and take up any food that the dog does not eat.
Limit Between-Meal Snacks Dogs get a lot of calories in addition to their regular kibble. These can include anything from training treats to a biscuit slipped over the fence by a friendly neighbor. Those calories add up. Find out where the extras are coming from and manage how many extra goodies the dog is getting.
Choose Low-Calorie Treats Many store-bought treats, especially biscuits, can be fattening. The same goes for chews. Some dogs will be just as happy with fruits, like bananas, carrots, apple slices, for example. Certain chews, such as the popular bully sticks, are higher in calories than most people believe. A recent study from Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University examined the nutrients found in 26 different kinds of bully sticks. Each inch contained between 9 and 26 calories. "While calorie information isn’t currently required on pet treats or most pet foods, these findings reinforce that veterinarians and pet owners need to be aware of pet treats like these bully sticks as a source of calories in a dog’s diet," Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, Ph.D., DACVN, professor of nutrition at TCSVM, said in a press release describing the study results. Several companies have developed low-calorie commercial treats, such as the one-calorie heart-shaped Quickies treats from
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Honest Kitchen. When you try any new treat, offer just a small portion to make sure it agrees with your dog’s digestion.
Get Moving! This may be the best thing you can do to help your heavy hound. There are so many activities you and your dog can do together that it’s impossible to mention them all. Here are some of the best to start a reducing program:
• Swimming is low-impact and can build muscles and burn calories without hurting joints. • Walking, also low-impact, has the added benefit of getting both of you out of the house and into the
fresh air. • Fetch is fun, and its quick sprints will do a lot to raise fitness levels.
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Breed – Sam Houston McDonald Futurity – Lee Calhoun Sweepstakes & 4 to 6 month puppy – Sharol Candace “Candy” Way
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HOW PET MICROCHIPS WORK
A microchip is placed between your dog’s or cat’s shoulder blades under a veterinarian’s supervision. Implantation is quick, easy and virtually painless – similar to a vaccine injection – and can be performed during a regular clinic visit.
You must enroll your pet’s microchip ID number with your contact information so that you can be reached your pet is found. If you’re not sure if your pet’s microchip is definitely enrolled, please visit http://www.petmicrochiplookup.org/.
When your pet is found and taken to an animal shelter or veterinarian, its microchip will be scanned. When the microchip number is read by the scanner, the company you registered your microchip with will be contacted and they will contact you to reunite you and your pet.
THE IMPORTANCE OF MICROCHIPPING YOUR PET
A microchip for your pet can mean the difference between lost and found. If your pet’s collar breaks or its collar tag falls off or becomes hard to read, a microchip permanently identifies your pet to help your pet get back to you if it’s lost or stolen.
A microchip is your pet's ticket home. Does your pet have his?
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Over the past year, the OFA has been working with a steering committee established by
the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) to make improvements to the
OFA’s existing Congenital Cardiac Database. The primary purposes of the enhancements are to
1) develop an appropriate screening protocol for adult onset cardiac diseases, and 2) begin
collecting better data on cardiac disease prevalence and progression in the purebred dog.
The OFA’s existing cardiac database only provides clearances for congenital cardiac
disease, with a minimum exam age of 12 months, and where exams can be performed by general
practitioners, specialists or boarded veterinary cardiologists (ACVIM/Cardiology Diplomates).
Since many canine cardiac diseases develop after 12 months age, the current congenital cardiac
database does NOT clear dogs for these adult onset diseases.
Since the OFA Cardiac application
forms are used primarily by breeders and
owners to clear their dogs for congenital
cardiac disease, very few applications with
abnormal exam results are ever submitted. As
a result, the congenital cardiac database
statistics are almost completely skewed
towards normal dogs, and in no way represent
an accurate incidence of cardiac disease in
dogs.
There will be a transition period (length to be determined) where the current OFA
Congenital Cardiac Database will continue to be available with no changes to the forms,
submission procedures or exam protocols. However, effective April 1, 2016, we will be offering
the Advanced Cardiac Database (ACA), which will become the new standard for cardiac exams
and will eventually replace the existing Congenital Cardiac Database. Please note, exams for the
new Advanced Cardiac Database are limited to boarded veterinary cardiologists with Diplomate
status in either the ACVIM (American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine/Cardiology
subspecialty) or the ECVIM (European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine/Cardiology
subspecialty). General practitioners and other specialists may not perform Advanced Cardiac
Database exams.
Modeled after the OFA’s eye screening program, the new ACA exam form is a triplicate
form, and is therefore not available as a .pdf download from the OFA website. All the participating
cardiologists have been sent forms, and ACA forms will be available at the time of the exam.
Regardless of whether or not the owner submits their copy of the form to the OFA for official
certification, the examining cardiologist will submit one copy of the form to the OFA. The results
contained on the cardiologist-submitted copy will remain confidential. No official OFA clearances
will be issued from this copy. The cardiologist-submitted copy will only be used to record results
Highlights of the Advanced Cardiac Program
Two-tiered clearance:
congenital and adult onset cardiac disease
Improved statistical data regarding prevalence
and progression of canine cardiac disease
Exams limited to ACVIM/ECVIM
Cardiology Diplomates
Results meet all CHIC cardiac criteria
No changes to OFA submission procedures
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at an aggregate level to begin collecting better cardiac disease prevalence and progression data by
breed in the purebred dog, one of the major purposes of the enhancements. Should an
echocardiogram be warranted as a result of the basic auscultation, the echo section of the new form
is also far more detailed so that better statistics regarding flow rates, velocities, etc., can be
collected. From an owner perspective, there is NO CHANGE once receiving the completed signed
form following the exam. For official OFA certification, owners should submit their copy of the
completed signed form to the OFA along with the required fee, and an OFA number for all passing
dogs will be issued.
Under the existing Congenital Cardiac Database, certification numbers begin with “CA”
to indicate a cardiac clearance. Exams submitted using the new Advanced Cardiac Database forms
will result in certification numbers beginning with “ACA” for Advanced Cardiac. If the breed is
participating in the CHIC program and the breed’s CHIC criteria include a cardiac exam
requirement, the new ACA clearances WILL QUALIFY.
Only normal results submitted by the owner for official OFA certification will
automatically be placed in the open database, released to the public domain and viewable on the
OFA website. For dogs with abnormal exam results, owners can “opt-in” for full disclosure by
initialing the abnormal release block on the exam form. For abnormal results, ONLY those
authorized for release by the owner will appear on the OFA website. As with most other OFA
databases, the registration fee is waived for owners willing to place abnormal results in the public
domain or open database.
Since the second major enhancement of the Advanced Cardiac Database addresses adult
onset diseases, the new ACA has a two-tiered clearance for normal dogs. In other words, the
resulting OFA certificate will indicate, “This dog has been found to be free of congenital cardiac
disease,” “This dog has been found to be free of adult onset cardiac disease,” or “This dog has
been found to be free of congenital and adult onset cardiac disease.” The clearance type will also
be indicated on the OFA website. The minimum age for either clearance type is 12 months. While
the congenital clearance remains valid for the life of the dog, owners should be aware that the adult
onset clearance will only remain valid for one year from the time of the exam. If owners wish for
the adult onset clearance to remain current, repeat exams will be necessary. This is the only way
to address cardiac diseases which can develop throughout the life of the dog. The one year validity
period and subsequent expiration for adult onset clearances is viewed as a critical component by
the ACVIM/Cardiology group in order to even consider diagnosing dogs as normal when many
cardiac diseases of concern to breeders can develop at any time in the dog’s life.
The ACVIM/Cardiology group has also determined that because of the specific
cardiomyopathy concerns in the Boxer and Doberman Pinscher breeds, an adult onset clearance
for these two breeds will ALSO REQUIRE a Holter test to be performed within 90 days of the
regular cardiac exam. The examining cardiologists will also have Holter exam forms available.
Interpretation of the Holter test is limited to boarded veterinary cardiologists with Diplomate status
in either the ACVIM or the ECVIM.
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WHO’S WALKING WHO? TIPS TO TEACH LOOSE LEASH WALKING Erin Rakosky, AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB june 01, 2015
AKC GoodDog Helpline Trainer Erin Rakosky shares two of her favorite exercises for encouraging your dog to walk politely by your side – not pulling ahead, dragging you along on the walk!
It’s a nice evening outside, and you and Fido are getting ready to go for a walk. You put your shoes on, get the collar and leash on him, and head out the door. You’re off down the driveway, and Fido immediately starts pulling ahead. You ask yourself, “Who is walking who here?” If this sounds familiar, then it is time to read further and learn how you can help your dog be the walking partner you have always wanted.
The items you will need for training your dog to walk on a loose leash are: a flat, buckle collar; 6 foot leash; and plenty of small treats. Regular harnesses that hook on the back of your dog are not recommended. These types of harnesses can actually encourage your dog to pull harder. If you do want to use a training aid, then the use of a head halter or front hook harness is recommended.
There are two favorite exercises that I like to do to
help my dog to understand how to walk politely on a leash. Below are the instructions for each:
1. Off-leash Work: The first exercise that I like to do is actually with my dog off leash. It is great to do this outside in a fenced in area, but if you do not have access to one, then inside the house, in a hallway, will work too. I first walk around and ignore my dog. Then, I will call them while being very excited. When they come to my side, I will reward them with a small treat.
While I continue to walk, I will talk to my dog in an upbeat voice encouraging them to stay at my side. Every couple of steps I will reward my dog with a small treat. After about 10 to 15 steps, I go back to ignoring my dog allowing them go back to whatever they were doing previously. After a minute or two I will call them back and repeat the process. I like this exercise because it gives the dog a chance to take a mental break after working hard with me. By doing this, your dog will soon learn that great things come when they are walking with you at your side.
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Photo by GDH Trainer Erin Rakosky.
2. Out on A Walk: The next exercise should be done while you are out on a walk with your dog. When your dog pulls they are doing so because they want to move in the forward direction. So when your dog starts pulling, you should stop and take several steps backwards.
While stepping backwards, call your dog in a cheerful voice and reward them when they return to your side. By doing this, you are taking the dog away from the forward direction in which they were trying to go. Start moving forward again. If your dog continues forward at your side then reward them every 3 to 4 steps with a treat.
If they begin to pull forward again, repeat the above steps. Your dog will learn that in order to move forward, they must not pull on the leash.
As your dog becomes better at this exercise, start increasing the number of steps taken before giving the reward for staying at your side. Once your dog is able to walk politely by your side, continue to reward but do so at random intervals to keep them guessing.
Remember that in order for this training method to work, you must do it every time your dog pulls. If they are allowed to pull on some occasions, then it will only confuse them.
Enroll in the AKC GoodDog! Helpline to talk to a trainer and develop an individual training plan for your dog. The AKC GoodDog! Helpline is a seven-day-a-week telephone support
service staffed by experienced dog trainers: www.akcgooddoghelpline.org
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FidoTV Channel News
FidoTV Channel's new original series, “Which Woof’s for Me?” premieres Thursday, March 31st. Each episode profiles the characteristics of specific breeds and provide the viewer with complete A to Z information on the breed, including history, traits, exercise, care tips for the breed and how to best go about finding a dog. The first episodes will feature Boston Terrier/Bulldog (Mar 31); Golden Retriever/German Shepherd Dog (Apr 7); Pembroke Welsh Corgi/Pug (Apr 14); Mastiff/Coton de Tulear (Apr 21); Labrador Retriever/Beagle (Apr 28); and Airedale Terrier/Bull Terrier (May 5)
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AKC Canine Health Foundation Announces $400K Grant For Canine Cancer Research
By: Erin Shea
The AKC Canine Health Foundation announced Jan. 6 the funding of a grant that is focused on further understanding hemangiosarcoma, an aggressive form of cancer in dogs.
The project, titled "A Novel Approach For Prevention Of Canine Hemangiosarcoma," is funded by three groups whose
breeds have been affected by this cancer, the American Boxer Charitable Foundation, the Golden Retriever Foundation, and the Portuguese Water Dog Foundation. The three groups have pledged $432,000 to support the project, which will begin immediately.
For more information visit: http://www.akcchf.org/
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Feb 22, 2016
Labrador Retriever Is Once Again America’s Most Popular Dog
By: Erin Shea
Labrador Retrievers are again the most popular breed in the United States for the 25th consecutive year, the longest reign of any one breed, according to 2015 AKC registration data.
"The versatile, lovable Lab has firmly planted its paw print in AKC's history," AKC Vice President Gina DiNardo said. "But keep your eye on the French Bulldog. The Frenchie has risen 32 spots over the past decade and shows no signs of stopping."
A few breeds have made some noteworthy changes in the list. For instance, the Cane Corso moved from 47th to 35th, the Norwegian Elkhound moved from 100th to 88th, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon moved 74th to 66th, the Belgian Malinois moved from 59th to 51st, and the Leonberger moved from 101st to 93rd.
AKC NEWS
Top Five Breeds in the United States BREED 2015 2014 2013 Retrievers (Labrador) 1 1 1 German Shepherd Dogs 2 2 2 Retrievers (Golden) 3 3 3 Bulldogs 4 4 5 Beagles 5 5 4 Bouvier des Flandres: 2015 ranked in the 83rd
position of popularity. 2014 – 81st, 2013 – 82nd
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March 11, 2016
AKC Responsible Dog Owner
What You Need to Do to Be a Responsible Dog Owner. Find the complete You Tube series here:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPfEv_pKgm7dYNwIfgEojhZTSicqbVapO
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March 11, 2016
Why We Need Purebred Dog Breeders
By: Carlotta Cooper
With the Westminster Kennel Club dog show recently on TV, it inevitably stirs debate about purebred dogs. These days, a vocal segment of the population detests
purebred dogs and their breeders. Whether this is a class issue, a generational issue, politics, or something else, it's hard to say, but it goes far beyond the facts about breeders and their dogs. Read Carlotta Coopers full article at: http://www.akc.org/news/why-we-need-purebred-dog-breeders/
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March 17, 2016
AKC partners with the American Cancer Society
The AKC announced today that it will pair up with the American Cancer Society for various events across the country, including the ACS’s Bark For Life fundraisers.
Families and their dogs come together for a few hours during the
day and complete a one mile walk to honor the care giving qualities of their canine "Best Friends" and cancer survivors. For more information visit Bark For Life
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AKC goes back
Back into the archives and found a vintage film from 1954 called “Dog Shows and You.” It’s an interesting look at AKC’s past and is now available on YouTube!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zrW2jS7M_Q
Help the Bouvier Health Foundation (BHF) support research that will help our Bouviers live longer, healthier lives – participate in the Purina Parent Club Partnership Program.
Since 2002, thousands of fellow dog breeders and enthusiasts have declared their participation in the Purina Parent Club Partnership (PPCP) Program. This program allows national parent breed clubs to individually earn funding based on Purina weight circle submissions by Pro Club® members.
How to Participate in the PPCP Program You must be a Purina® Pro Club® Member to participate. Pro Club® members must individually declare their participation in the program and identify the national parent breed club that will receive their Purina Points. Members may declare for their national parent breed club by calling the Purina® Pro Club® toll-free number at 1-877-PRO-CLUB (1-877-776-2582)
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The BouvNews Magazine is published four times a year by the Bouvier des Flandres Club of Southeastern Michigan. Its purpose is (1) to further communication among members, (2) to share breed news and information, (3) to promote the Bouvier as a purebred, well rounded dog, a companion, friend and herder. It is designed for the readership of club members, breeders, Bouvier owner and everyone interested in learning more about the breed.
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32 Spring 2016 BouvNews
Griswolds Bouviers Proudly introducing our two new Girls
Griswolds I’m Special
International Spy
Jamie
Shown here with Judge Bill Shelton winning her first 5pt Major.
Owners & Handlers: Jeff & Cindy Griswold Breeders: Pat Murra & Jan Litogot
Jeff & Cindy Griswold
Formidable I’m Special Natasha
Tasha
Shown here with Judge Gloria Kerr winning Best of Breed over 4 Specials for
a 5pt Major.
Owners & Handlers: Jeff & Cindy Griswold Breeders: Wendy Sparschu & Pat Murray
Uncle “Blue” and “Leisel”
Winning, Best of Breed and Best of Opposite at
The Michigan Winter Dog Classic
GCH I'm Special Knockout Blue CGC MDD
I'm Special Bovarius Got a Dream CGC “Leisel”
