Weimaraner CLub of America Magazine - NOVEMBER 2021

NOVEMBER
2021

2020 Amateur Field Champion Titles

Reign

Hallie Belle

2020 National Amateur Field
Champion

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Sky Ranch, NRD

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Contents
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. National Office

Monthly Columns Ellen Dodge, Executive Secretary
DeTails........................................................6 P.O. Box 489
Futurity Corner...........................................7
Meeting Minutes.........................................8 Wakefield, RI 02880-0489
Features Phone & Fax: 401-782-3725
Health: Minimally Invasive Procedure
[email protected]
Fixes Puppy's Problem..............................20 Hours: 10-4 EST, M, W, F

How to Teach Your Dog Scent Work at Cindy James-Moore,
Home.........................................................25 Futurity Administrator

Sharp As a Tack – Keeping Canine 1200 Union Wine Rd.
Cognitive Dysfunction at Bay..................35 New Braunfels, TX 78130

30 years Ago in the WCA.........................42 Phone: 830-822-1174
The 5 Different Types Of Dog Growls.....44 [email protected]
How Cold Is Too Cold for Your Dog?......48
How to Read a Dog Food Label...............50

The Story of the Mayflower Dogs............54 The Weimaraner Magazine (USPS 673-500)
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July 23, 2021.............................................28 Corporate Address: c/o National Reg. Agts,
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Specialty and Obedience Trial
September 3, 2021....................................34 Vol 78, Number 11, November 2021

Top 10.......................................................55

July 2021 Field Statistics..........................59 POSTMASTER:
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Breeder Referral........................................13
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New AKC Titles........................................62 editor is not responsible for claims made
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Classifieds.................................................70 the WCA.



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On The Cover

Front Cover
2020 Amateuar Field Champion Titles

NAFC FC AFC Trax Free Rein At Sky Ranch, NRD
“Reign”

Sire: NAFC FC AFC Snake Break’s Sargent v Reiteralm MH, SDX
Dam: FC AFC One Trax Mind, NRD FROM
Breeders: Marilyn James & Shirley Nilsson
Owner/Handler: Lisa DeLeonardo

Reign brings the perfect combination of heart, drive, style and natural talent to the field.
She had an extraordinary year in 2020, earning her AFC title by winning the National
Grand Amateur Championship in Ardmore. Reign also won the Western Classic Amateur
Gun Dog stake, and finished 2020 as the #1 All Age/Gun Dog. Reign is 100% amateur

trained and handled.
Cover photo credit: Jeff Walter

FC AFC Southpaw & Ottercreek Hallie Belle, NRD

"Hallie Belle"

Sire: Southpaw's Ottercreek Takin It N'Stride
Dam: NFC NAFC FC AFC Southpaw's Ottercreek Bailee Belle, JH

Breeders: Brandon Sims/Meredith Wadsworth
Owner: Brandon Sims

We wanted to keep a puppy from Bailee when we bred her, but we didn’t choose Hallie;
she chose us. Evaluating as a puppy, she seemed like a very sweet tempered, spirited &
stylish puppy with a lot of bird drive and that never changed as she matured. She broke
out very easily, kept her style and zippy ground speed. She isn’t a tough dog, but not soft
either. Hallie is the type you just always enjoy working. She has a nose to go with those
qualities and loves to hit brush which is why we nick named her Bush Bunny. Missing
a full season breaking her we came to trialing with her and within one season running

broke dog stakes she finished both her AFC & FC.
We couldn’t be more proud of what she’s done so far.

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Back Cover On The Cover
Hall of Fame Inductee 2005

CH LIGHTFOOT'S WHISPER THE WIND, JH NSD
NRD HOF
"Windy"

Sire: CH Eb's You Otto See Me Now
Dam: CH Skytops Misty Blue
Breeders: Debbie Moody
Owner: Earl Worsham

The life story of Earl Worsham's Windy truly exemplifies the depth of selfless love that
can exist between a man and his dog. At the age of two, after easily finishing her bench
championship and earning her Novice Shooting Dog title, Windy became gravely ill with
what would eventually be diagnosed as an advanced case of "blastomycosis", a serious
infection caused by a fungal organism present in sandy, acid soils. After enduring weeks
of aggressive treatment involving antibiotic therapy and the surgical removal of both
eyes, she miraculously recovered to full health. For the rest of her remarkable life, she

insisted on being "normal".

On August 21, 1988, Earl handled Windy to her Novice Retrieving Rating! On March 18,
1989, after dragging Earl to four successive hunting tests, she earned her Junior Hunter
certificate from the American Kennel Club - believed to be the first and only such title

ever awarded to an eyeless dog!

Windy died peacefully at her beautiful Tennessee mountaintop home in the arms of her
beloved Earl on Sunday afternoon, October 24, 1999 after an apparent heart attack. Earl
had just returned from an extended business trip abroad and, clearly, Windy had waited
for him so that she could say a proper goodbye; just the way she did things all her life...

she insisted!

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DeTails from the Office

It has been a fun By Ellen Dodge
and worthwhile
18+ years and Credit Card/PayPal Dues Payments
I have enjoyed The online option for renewing will be
virtually every minute! The transition to available again this year. Watch your inbox
our new Exec Sec will take place in late for complete information.
January or February. I look forward to
guiding and supporting the new WCA Nominate Your Favorite Show Judges!
Executive Secretary through the transition. Members may nominate judges to be voted
on during October. See the information
elsewhere in this magazine.

For more information on the Exec Sec 2021 National Specialty Week
position please contact John Bonner, WCA All Premium Lists are now posted on the
President: [email protected] website for our National Specialty Week
Resumes may be submitted to John by October 23-29 in Gettysburg, PA. Watch
November 1st. your inbox for the latest news: WCA gear,
Dues are Due by December 1, 2021 raffle, etc!
The dues envelope is stapled to the center of 2021 Mid-America Field Classic & Field
this magazine. Pull it out and place it with Futurity
your other bills. Take care of your renewal The MAC is scheduled for November 9 to
before the holiday rush! conclusion at P3 Porter Ranch in Hubbard,
All memberships end on December 1st. TX. Contact Wendy Moon, Secretary, 830-
The grace period for renewals to be 431-0914, [email protected] for more
received ends on January 1, 2022. Those information and watch your inbox!
not renewing by January 1st must re-apply 2021 National Field Championships &
for membership or file a request with the Winter Specialty Show
WCA Board of Directors to be granted an Get together in Ardmore! The Winter
additional 60 days of grace. Specialty Show will be held on Friday, Dec.
PDF Magazines: All members will receive 3rd and the National Field Trial will begin
the 12 monthly magazines delivered in pdf the next morning.
format via email in 2022. For those opting to Winter Specialty Show: Contact Ellen
receive only digital magazines, individual Dodge, 401-782-3725, wcadodge@gmail.
copies of paper magazines will be available com
for the cost of postage. Opting for digital- National Field Championships: Contact
only (no paper) saves trees and saves the Esteri Hinman, 916-359-2887, wcanft@
WCA a bit on printing and postage! graenit.com

Check Your Mailing Label: Are you receiving WCA News Emails?
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Printed after your name or I’ll be happy to the messages may be going to your spam/
check for you. junk folder.
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please deduct credits from dues payments. Remember, if you have any questions let
If you’re not sure, I’ll be happy to check me know - I’ll be happy to help!
for you.
“Dues Are Due” On Dust Covers: This
bright red imprint will appear on all dust
covers for Oct, Nov & Dec, even if your
dues are already paid. We want to be sure
everyone gets the message! Ellen
Phone & Fax: 401-782-3725

[email protected]
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Futurity Corner

By Cindy James Moore

Congrats to the winners of the 2020 and 2021 Central Futurities
and Maturities. I am so glad to have the last of the double Futurities
and Maturities in the bag. It was great seeing everyone in Gettysburg, PA.

Here is the broken record part of my column. This is a reminder that all owners and co-
owners of Futurity and Maturity eligible puppies need to renew their memberships in a
timely fashion. If there are multiple names on the AKC Registration Certificate, then all
names listed as owners must also be current WCA members. As well as all breeders listed
on the AKC Registration Certificate must also be current WCA members.

If ownership has changed, all new owners must be current WCA members. This seems
to be an ongoing issue with why puppies appear on the naughty list that I receive from
the show superintendents or field trial secretaries when entries are made for an upcoming
Futurity or Maturity.

We are now two months away from the end of the year and 2022 Futurity puppies’ AKC
Registration Certificates are due by January 1, 2022. I have been sending out reminder
emails and will continue but responsibility ultimately falls on the owners and breeders.
If the AKC Registration Certificates are not on file with me by January 1, 2022 there is
a $10.00 late fee incurred for each month late. So please get them to me. They can be
emailed to [email protected] or snail mailed to my address in the magazine.

Good Luck to those competing in the Western Field Futurity in November and the National
Field Futurity the first of December.

Cindy

2023 Futurity Litter Nominations

19– GCH CH DESERT SKY TRAX DUSTY ROSE, SH Bred to SILVER RAINS ONE
EYED TRAX. Alisa Ashton, 3917 E Peartree Ln. Gilbert, AZ 85298

20– GCH CH REGEN’S LUCK BE A LADY, JH, NA, OAJ, OF, NRD, VX Bred to
SILVERSHOT’S N’ SOUTHPAW’S KINDA SHADY. Bruce Bahcall, 9604 Wright
Rd., Harvard, IL 60033

21– GCH CH SILHOUETTES JUST CLASSIC Bred to GCHS CH SILHOUETTES
FAST ENOUGH. Cindy Cassidy, 8060 Cow Camp Ln., Sarasota, FL 34240

22– CH ‘EKAHI’S RISSANA KNOW IT ALL Bred to CH ‘EKAHI’S B AND B
STERLING KNIGHT, CD, RA, OA, CGC, V. Daryle Oliveira, 45-154 Pahikoli
Place, Kaneohe, HI 96744

23– GCH CH MOONSTONE’S MAGIC CARPET RIDE Bred to CH SILHOUETTE’S
WALK ON THE WILD SIDE. Barbara Cook, 460 S Shore Dr., Sarasota, FL 34234

24– TRAX EDENROCK WALTZING MATILDA Bred to SOUTHPAW’S
OTTERCREEK IDLE LOW. Sandra Perkowski, 321 Dutton Mill Rd., West Chester,
PA 19380

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Minutes of the Monthly Conference

WCA Board of Directors

Weimaraner Club of America Treasurer’s Report – Balances given.
Telephonic Board of Directors Meeting
8 p.m. EDT; 7 p.m. CDT; 6 p.m. MDT; Committee Reports:
Junior Program Committee Report
5 p.m. PDT Submitted by Sarah Chvilicek
Wednesday August 11, 2021 Barb Taylor, Junior Program Committee
Chair, has agreed to be appointed as the
The meeting was called to order by WCA’s AKC Junior Coordinator.
President John Bonner at 6:02 Motion made by Sarah Chvilicek to ap-
Mountain Time. Attending the meeting point Barb Taylor as the WCA’s AKC
were: President John Bonner, Vice Pres- Junior Coordinator. 2nd by Vickie Mar-
ident Sarah Chvilicek, Secretary Vickie golis. Motion passed.
Margolis, Treasurer Robbe McAlexan-
der. Directors: Frank Sommer, Wayne Judges Education Report
Cowles, Jill Paige, and Billie Thompson. Submitted by Stephanie Meyer
Executive Secretary Ellen Dodge. Absent: Activity Summary:Finalized Judges Ed-
Directors Bryan Reynolds and Julie Aune ucation Seminar presentation, and final-
and AKC Delegate Judy Colan ize Judges Ed performance video. Con-
tinue planning for seminar at National
The Board reviewed the agenda. Specialty.
Motion made by Sarah Chvilicek to ap-
prove the July Minutes. Motion 2nd by The Board must have a complete and final
Wayne Cowles. Motion passed. copy on file before the presentation can
be approved.
Executive Secretary Report, Recommendation: Add additional com-
Submitted by Ellen Dodge mittee member and mentor.
Barbara Shayesteh is available to act as The Board is asking for more informa-
Teller and count the ballots should we tion on additional committee member and
receive any nominations from the floor. mentorship.
Motion made by Frank Sommer to ap-
prove Barbara Shayesteh as Teller should Health Committee
we receive nominations from the floor. Submitted by Debra Konkol
2nd by Vickie Margolis. Motion passed. Activity Summary:
AKC is asking if the WCA wishes to • UPDATE* Thank You to all who
purchase medallions for the AKC’s Con-
formation, Obedience, & Rally events in provided cataract information!! The
Orlando in December 2021. The cost is German Klub is working on estab-
$215.00. lishing efforts toward identifying a
Motion made by Sarah Chvilicek to pur- genetic marker. Because of the high
chase the medallions for these events. incidence of cataracts seen in the
2nd by Frank Sommer. Motion approved. breed, both the clubs in Germany
ShowSight Magazine has invited the and the Netherlands have now man-
WCA to submit two articles for their dated EVCO exams prior to breed-
November issue. ing, with a maximum validity of 12
Carole Richards has agreed to write an months.
article about the Weimaraner’s versatility, General committee discussion around the
and the Judges Education Committee will “health” of the breed.
submit one on judging the Weimaraner in • What health issues are on the uprise
conformation. and which seem to be lessening?

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• How do we do a better job of com- • Accepted the quote from DigiCopy.
municating this to the WCA mem- Planned Activities:
bership and also to the public? • Continue to work on layout.
• Have calendars back from printer for
• How do we get breeders to be invest-
ed in the health testing of their dogs sales starting mid fall.
beyond hips? Recommendation:
• Show dates to include? Currently
• Committee discussed updating the
health “tab” on the WCA website have on the calendar: April 17 East-
ern Futurity in GA – this is Easter
Committee has decided to write and pub- Sunday though?, May 9-14 National
lish a WCA Breed Health Mission State- Week in MO, May 13 Central Futu-
ment rity in MO, and August 12 Eastern
• The Health Committee was con- Show in WA. Any others?
• Please see notes below for a cost
tacted by the Weimaraner club(s) of compare with the slight increase to
Australia. They are very interested media mail shipping costs this year.
in partnering with the WCA on a re- I will need to know if we will keep
search study(s) to identify, treat and the calendars at current price or in-
the early/genetic detection of Wob- crease them.
blers/Cervical Instability in the Wei- The Board recommends keeping the price
maraner. of the calendars at the current $15. Add
Planned Activities: The WCA Winter Specialty and National
Update the health “tab” on the WCA web- Field Trial and Field Futurity.
site
Write and publish a WCA Breed Health Public Education Committee
Mission Statement Submitted by Sara Renee Beaver
• Identify possible veterinary research Activity Summary:
partners in academia and/or industry First activity has consisted of working
to collaborate on a Wobblers/Cervi- with the AKC Meet the Breeds coordina-
cal Instability project. tors. This year the AKC has set up trav-
eling booths and independent “shows”
Legislative Committee Report that are to be set up in specific and pre-
Submitted by Christine Boldrick determined cities across the USA. There
Activity Summary: We continue to is a stipend incentive for each Club that
monitor relevant legislation from several agrees to participate in the MTB booths.
sources for all states. Most of the legisla- We have been in communication with the
tive sessions are adjourning for 2021. We AKC concerning booth specifications and
will continue to monitor the active states design. We have reached out to WCA
and continue to work with AKC, other or- members in collection of photographs
ganizations and the membership in assist- and consent forms for the AKC booth.
ing to defeat legislation which adversely Information/handouts the WCA has cur-
affects animal owners and breeders. rently for such events has been requested.
Planned Activities: Continue monitoring Contacted clubs listed on the WCA web-
relevant legislation and provide legisla- site that correspond to where the Meet
tive alerts to members. the Breeds booths are to be, as well as to
gauge participation and assist with con-
AKC Gazette Correspondence firmation/set up and participation. As of
Submitted by Carole Richards this writing, out of the twelve clubs con-
Attached are the two most recent Weima- tacted and followed up with, two clubs
raner columns that were published in the have responded and shown interest.
AKC Gazette. Planned Activities:
• Continue planning Meet the Breeds
Photo Contest & Calendar Committee
Submitted by Brenda Reinert events with a hopeful two clubs par-
Activity Summary: ticipating.
• Winners were announced 7/12/2021. • Design recruiting “flyer” for MTB

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participation. To be posted on social Vater and Rodney Moon as our represen-
media platforms, as well as printed tatives on the Ad Hoc Futurity committee.
in the magazine. We feel the other members of the com-
• Continue gathering WCA documents mittee should be appointed by the WCA
and possibly updating handouts and Board.
information. Rationale:
• Put out a “call” for individuals that Our committee felt Board members have
may be interested in participating information about breeders and other
on the Public Ed committee. Plan individuals who have interest in reviv-
Public Ed articles to put into main- ing the Field Futurity. It was a general
stream circulation as well as WCA consensus of the field committee that
circulation. the Field Futurities are in trouble. Field
Miscellaneous: breeders are not nominating their litters
It seems that club contact information on a consistent basis. Until there is a com-
for the general state clubs on the WCA mitment to explore the reasons participa-
website could use updating. Many email tion is down, we will not be able to find
addresses bounced back, and a few indi- ways to overcome the obstacles.
viduals contacted stated that they were no Although the field committee wants to
longer involved and did not know who I be involved with the committee, we feel
should be contacting. But overall, there without individuals appointed by the
was no response or communication Board the committee will not succeed.
achieved from a majority of clubs con- Recommendation:
tacted, which was disappointing. Revise the Field Committee Charter
The Board discussed the accuracy of Rationale:
contacts for local clubs. It is a benefit The current Charter does not contain all
for the Local Clubs to have current con- of the responsibilities that have been add-
tact information as the website generates ed to the Field Committee. The proposed
a lot of interest from the public looking changes are more in line with responsibil-
for local Weimaraner clubs. Ellen Dodge ities added by the Board.
and Vickie Margolis will contact all of the Motion made by Sarah Chvilicek to ap-
Local Clubs and remind them that a list of prove Rodney Moon as chair of the ad
current Officers and Directors as well as hock Field Futurity Committee. 2nd by
a contact person to be listed on the WCA Vickie Margolis. Motion passed.
website and magazine should be submit- Motion made by Jill Paige to approve the
ted annually. Field Committee Charter as submitted by
the Field Committee. 2nd by Sarah Chvi-
Field Committee licek. Motion passed.
Submitted by Connie Nowell
Activity Summary Old Business:
The Field Committee met July 27, 2021 • Western Field Futurity Trophy
The Field Committee discussed an Ad
Hoc committee to address the issue of Motion made by Sarah Chvilicek
low Field Futurity entries. We have re- to replace the trophy as is currently
vised the Field Committee Charter. Com- configured including the case. The
mittee members are following up on the bill will be sent to the last known
2021 Western and are working to get pa- person to possess the trophy. 2nd by
perwork to submit to the Board. The Field Vickie Margolis. Motion passed.
Committee will also be providing infor-
mation to Ellen Dodge so that the mem- Action Items reviewed.
bership is informed about the FB Auction Motion made by Wayne Cowles to ad-
to raise money for the Derby Stipend. We journ, 2nd by Sarah Chvilicek. Meeting
will also solicit collect items to include in adjourned.
the auction.
Recommendation: Respectfully Submitted,
The Field Committee recommends Diane Vickie Margolis
WCA Secretary

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UNANIMOUS WRITTEN CONSENT
OF THE DIRECTORS OF THE

WEIMARANER CLUB OF AMERICA
August 28, 2021

The undersigned, being all the Directors of the Weimaraner Club of America, an Ohio
corporation, hereby unanimously authorize, consent and agree, in accordance with
Section 1702 of the Nonprofit Corporation Law of the State of Ohio, to the adoption of
the following resolutions and taking of the following actions:

RESOLVED that the Weimaraner Club of America approves “The Weimaraner”
Judges’ Education Presentation as submitted by the Judges’ Education Committee.

UNANIMOUS WRITTEN CONSENT
OF THE DIRECTORS OF THE

WEIMARANER CLUB OF AMERICA
September 10, 2021

The undersigned, being all the Directors of the Weimaraner Club of America, an Ohio
corporation, hereby unanimously authorize, consent and agree, in accordance with
Section 1702 of the Nonprofit Corporation Law of the State of Ohio, to the adoption of
the following resolutions and taking of the following actions:

RESOLVED that the Weimaraner Club of America appoints the following members of
the Ad Hoc Field Futurity Committee:
Chair: Meredith Wadsworth, VA
Rodney Moon, TX Chip Glennon, MO
(Previously approved 8/11/21) Kim Burnell, CA
Diana Rehborn, PA
Members: Kelly Lester, MI
Diane Vater, OH Lisa DeLeonardo, OR
Cindy James-Moore, TX

UNANIMOUS WRITTEN CONSENT
OF THE DIRECTORS OF THE

WEIMARANER CLUB OF AMERICA
September 12, 2021

The undersigned, being all the Directors of the Weimaraner Club of America, an Ohio
corporation, hereby unanimously authorize, consent and agree, in accordance with
Section 1702 of the Nonprofit Corporation Law of the State of Ohio, to the adoption of
the following resolutions and taking of the following actions:

RESOLVED that the Weimaraner Club of America approves the Field Committee’s
recommendation that the 2021 Western Field Classic & Field Futurity be hosted by
John Nelssen & Holly McKnight, Monday, November 22 through Thursday, November
25, 2021 in Paulden, AZ.

BROM/FROM UPDATE

Those listed below have recently earned their BROM/FROM titles. Questions? Contact Sandy West at
[email protected], please put BROM in the subject line. The BROM/FROM is available online at

http://www.wcaadmin.com/bromuser.aspx. Please check this site for updates on your dog.


BROM Pts #Ch’s #Nom

NEW BROM DAMS 64 4 5
Cheyenne’s Unfinished Business NSD, BROM
Owner: Christine Trujillo & Shelly Croze
Breeder: Christine Trujillo & Amy Fast
Sire: CH Foxfire’s Bohemian Rhapsody, BROM
Dam: CH Cheyenne N Foxfire Common Ground

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WCA Breeder Referral

Expecting Puppies?

by Billie Thompson

A new litter of puppies fills us with excitement, hopes and dreams. It’s a perfect time to
take advantage of your WCA Breeder Referral service.
A few things you might like to know about this service.
• I do not screen inquiries. Instead, that is up to each individual breeder. Breeders

have individual preferences for selecting potential homes for their puppies.
• The greater number of inquiries comes from people wanting a well-bred puppy and

some have also done a little research on the breed.
• The majority of inquiries are from people that do not want to travel far for a pup,

though I encourage them to consider greater distances.
• The majority of inquiries indicate they want to obtain a puppy from a

reputable breeder.
• If no one has listed a litter in an area preferred by an inquiry, I give out contacts for

any local clubs nearby as well.
This service is available to all WCA members. Futurity litters are automatically placed on
the list. If your litter is not nominated, simply email your information to me to be placed
on the list.
Everyone is welcome to notify me as early as pregnancy is confirmed!
Your information should include - sire and dam, approximate due date, your city, state,
email and phone number.
Please send this information to [email protected].
Thank you, and best of luck with your litters!

Billie Thompson
WCA Breeder Referral • [email protected]

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Weimaraner Club of the Washington DC Area
Sweepstakes & Specialties
April 23, 2021

by Tyler Joscelyn

After a long year in between shows, the Weimaraner Club of the Washington DC Area
held two Specialties and a Sweepstakes in Timonium, Maryland on April 23, 2021.
Although everything was different and there were a LOT of challenges, we were all so
very happy to be showing in a Specialty again. Special thanks to club members and
friends for helping with setup, cleanup and generally keeping the tablecloths down in
the wind!

Sweepstakes Classes (CH Von Luchbachs Thrilled
Judge: Ms. Linda C. Wozniak Beyond Words x GCHB CH
Chatawey's I Know A Secret JH),
Dogs, 6-9 months b/ Gayle R Prescott & Arlene
1. Silhouettes Magic Man (GCH Marshrey, o/ Carol Chapin & Gayle
Prescott
Smokycity Nanis Dbl Silhouette x
CH Silhouette’s Hocus Pocus), b/o Bitches, 9-12 months
Cindy Cassidy 1. Silverhoney’s Hot Ashes For Trees
2. Versa N’ Koping Frankly My Aim Is TKN (CH Britannia Caballero De
True (GCH Koping Win'Weim Say Plata JH CD x GCHG Silverhoney's
It's True BN RA NAP NJP x GCHG Southern Girl JH CAA FCAT NA
Versa N' Prism Frankly My Dear NAJ OAP OJP RI TKI SCN SEN
JH), b/o Rosmarie and Ross Adams SIN CGCA FDC), b/o Honeyman &
Silverman & Silverman
Dogs, 9-12 months
1. Silverhoney’s Hot Toddy (CH Bitches, 18-24 months
1. Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From
Britannia Caballero De Plata JH CD
x GCHG Silverhoney's Southern Heaven (By CH Von Luchbachs
Girl JH CAA FCAT NA NAJ OAP Thrilled Beyond Words x GCH
OJP RI TKI SCN SEN SIN CGCA Graysong's Homeward Bound To
FDC), b/ Honeyman & Silverman & Shiloh JH), b/ Julia Schulz & Gail
Silverman, o/ Clint Auterson Ault, o/ Melissa Sproule & Julia
Schulz
Dogs, 12-18 months 2. Firemark N Tayla Chasing The
1. CH Silversmith Full Speed Ahead Moon BN JH BCAT (CH Quiksilvr
Casino Royale JH x CH Tayla N
(CH Von Luchbachs Thrilled Firemark's Stay With Me Titania
Beyond Words x GCH CH CD RN TDX MH JHR NAJ
Silversmith Lady Of The Lake SH CGCA CGCU TKP), b/ Gretchen
CGC TKN), b/ Debbie & Steve Stephenson & Janet Boggs, o/ Janet
Hill & Megan Lamberson-Rice, o/ Boggs & Gretchen Stephenson
Joseph M & Gail C Ratliffe
Best Dog in Sweepstakes
Dogs, 18-24 months • CH Chataweys-Zephyr Ryderz On
1. CH Chataweys-Zephyr Ryderz On
The Storm JH (CH Von Luchbachs The Storm JH
Thrilled Beyond Words x GCHB
CH Chatawey's I Know A Secret Best Bitch in Sweepstakes
JH), b/ Gayle R Prescott & Arlene • Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From
Marshrey, o/ Kimberly Petri &
Gayle Prescott Heaven
2. Chatawey’s Willing To Endeavor

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Veteran Sweepstakes Classes
Judge: Ms. Linda C. Wozniak

Bitches, 7-9 years BEST BITCH IN SWEEPSTAKES
1. GCHG CH Silverhoney’s Southern Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From Heaven
(By CH Von Luchbachs Thrilled Beyond Words x
Girl RI JH FDC NA NAJ OAP GCH Graysong's Homeward Bound To Shiloh JH)
OJP OFP CAA FCAT2 CGCA
TKI SEN SIN SCN (GCHP CH Specialty #1
WinWeim's It's My Grey Goose Judge: Mrs. Ruth Ann Freer-Godfrey
x GCHB Silverhoney's Legally
Blonde JH CA DCAT NAP NJP Dogs, 6-9 months
NFP RATN BN RN TKI CGC), b/o 1. Silhouettes Magic Man (given)
Suzanne Honeyman & Jay & Rachel 2. Versa N’ Koping Frankly My Aim Is
Silverman
2. GCH Brookside’s Brighter Shade Of True (given)
Pink JH CGC (Ch Quiksilvr Dare
To Believe MH x Ch Brookside's Dogs, 9-12 months
Tickled Pink JH CGC), b/o Suzanne 1. Silverhoney’s Hot Toddy (given)
Ramspacher & Timothy Landis
Dogs, Open
Bitches, 11 years and over 1. Chatawey’s Willing To Endeavor
1. CH Chatawey’s Ante Up CD RN TD
(given)
JH RATO CGC (CH Northwoods A
River Runs Through It CGC x CH Winners Dog
Chataway's Wait'n To Pay The Piper • Chatawey’s Willing To Endeavor
JH), b/ Gayle Prescott, o/ Mari Reserve Winners Dog
Skender Lockhart • Silhouettes Magic Man

Best Veteran Bitch in Sweepstakes
• GCHG CH Silverhoney’s Southern

Girl RI JH FDC NA NAJ OAP OJP
OFP CAA FCAT2 CGCA TKI SEN
SIN SCN

Bitches, 9-12 months
1. Silverhoney’s Hot Ashes For Trees

TKN (given)

BEST DOG IN SWEEPSTAKES Bitches, Bred By Exhibitor
CH Chataweys-Zephyr Ryderz On The Storm 1. Simpatico So Chic (CH Silhouettes

JH Walk On The Wild Side x CH
Simpatico Some Like It Hot), b/o
(CH Von Luchbachs Thrilled Beyond Words x Jennifer Martin.

GCHB CH Chatawey's I Know A Secret JH) Bitches, Open
1. Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From

Heaven (given)
2. Koping Graybriar Rock The Boat

JH CGC TKN FDC RATN (GCH

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CH Koping Win'Weim Pink Floyd
RN x Win'Weim Koping Harline
Big Screen Hollywood), b/ Patricia
Kopec & Dr Dana Massey, o/ Diana
Rehborn & Patricia Kopec
3. Firemark N Tayla Chasing The
Moon BN JH BCAT (given)

Winners Bitch BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
• Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From GCHB Chatawey’s Haze Gray And Underway

Heaven JH RATO CGC
Reserve Winners Bitch
• Simpatico So Chic (CH Pike's Peak Silversmith Summit MH x CH

Bitches, Veteran 7 years & older Chatawey's Ante Up CD RN TD JH RATO CGC)
1. GCHG CH Silverhoney’s Southern

Girl RI JH FDC NA NAJ OAP OJP
OFP CAA FCAT2 CGCA TKI SEN
SIN SCN (given)
2. GCH Brookside’s Brighter Shade
Of Pink JH CGC (given)

Dogs, Versatile/Versatile Excellent BEST OF WINNERS
1. CH Brookside Walkn Th Straight Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From Heaven
(By CH Von Luchbachs Thrilled Beyond Words x
N Narrow JH ACT2 TKA NA NAJ GCH Graysong's Homeward Bound To Shiloh JH)
(CH Starbuck Walk'N Th Wild Side
x GCH Brookside's Brighter Shade Select Bitch
Of Pink), b/ Suzanne Ramspacher & • CH Crosswinds Acadia Resting
Timothy Landis, o/ Beth Hacker &
Jason Hacker Beach Face (GCHG Nani Breica N
Crosswinds Aloha x GCHP Docs
Best of Breed Crosswinds Absolut Ten Of Arcadia
• CH Silhouette’s Cast a Spell (GCHP CGC), b/ A Stewart-Zimmerman
& A Stewart & M & D Stewart &
Silhouette's Spellbound x GCHB Derek Beatty, o/ Justin Pruitt &
Silhouettes Winning Colors At Derek Beatty & Autumn Stewart-
Bluegrass), b/o Cindy Cassidy Zimmerman

Best of Opposite Award of Merit
• GCHB Chatawey’s Haze Gray And • CH Harbor West High Explosive

Underway JH RATO CGC (CH CGC TKN (GCHG Camelot's Luxe
Pike's Peak Silversmith Summit Winter's Waltz JH x CH Harbor
MH x CH Chatawey's Ante Up CD West Inside Joke JH), b/o Melissa
RN TD JH RATO CGC), b/ Mari Hampton & Steve Siegel
Skender-Lockhart & Gayle Prescott,
o/ Mari Skender-Lockhart

Best of Winners
• Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From

Heaven (given)

Select Dog
• CH Silversmith Full Speed Ahead

(given)

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AWARD OF MERIT Specialty #2
CH Harbor West High Explosive CGC TKN Judge: Ms. Karolynne M. McAteer
(GCHG Camelot's Luxe Winter's Waltz JH x CH
Dogs, 6-9 months
Harbor West Inside Joke JH) 1. Versa N’ Koping Frankly My Aim Is

Award of Merit True (given)
• GCHG CH Silverhoney’s Southern 2. Silhouettes Magic Man (given)

Girl RI JH FDC NA NAJ OAP OJP Dogs, 9-12 months
OFP CAA FCAT2 CGCA TKI SEN 1. Silverhoney’s Hot Toddy (given)
SIN SCN
Dogs, Open
Best Puppy 1. Ashcrof’s Honest Abe (Ch Ashcrof's
• Silhouettes Magic Man
Pavarotti x Northwoods Applebee's
Best Bred By Exhibitor Worth The Money Honey), b/ Renee
• Simpatico So Chic Valerino & TJ Palmer & Heidi
Warren, o/ Linda M Boggs
Best Veteran 2. Chatawey’s Willing To Endeavor
• GCHG CH Silverhoney’s Southern (given)

Girl RI JH FDC NA NAJ OAP OJP Winners Dog
OFP CAA FCAT2 CGCA TKI SEN • Ashcrof’s Honest Abe
SIN SCN Reserve Winners Dog
• Versa N’ Koping Frankly My Aim Is
Brood Bitch
1. GCHG CH Silverhoney’s Southern True (given)

Girl RI JH FDC NA NAJ OAP OJP Bitches, 9-12 months
OFP CAA FCAT2 CGCA TKI SEN 1. Silverhoney’s Hot Ashes For Trees
SIN SCN (given)
TKN (given)

Bitches, Bred By Exhibitor
1. Simpatico So Chic (given)

Bitches, Open
1. Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From

Heaven (given)
2. Firemark N Tayla Chasing The

Moon BN JH BCAT (given)
3. Koping Graybriar Rock The Boat

JH CGC TKN FDC RATN (given)

Winners Bitch
• Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From

Heaven (given)
Reserve Winners Bitch
• Simpatico So Chic

Bitches, Veteran 7 years & older
1. GCH Brookside’s Brighter Shade

Of Pink JH CGC (given)
2. GCHG CH Silverhoney’s Southern

Girl RI JH FDC NA NAJ OAP OJP
OFP CAA FCAT2 CGCA TKI SEN
Page 17 SIN SCN (given)

Best of Breed BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
• CH Silhouette’s Cast a Spell (given) CH Quantrels Deep Purple
(GCHB Quantrels Moo-Dee Bloos x GCHS
Best of Winners Quantrels Red Red Wine JH)
• Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From
BEST OF WINNERS
Heaven (given) Graysong N Shiloh Pennies From Heaven
(By CH Von Luchbachs Thrilled Beyond Words x
Best of Opposite GCH Graysong's Homeward Bound To Shiloh JH)
• CH Quantrels Deep Purple (GCHB

Quantrels Moo-Dee Bloos x GCHS
Quantrels Red Red Wine JH), b/o
Nadine Todd

Select Dog
• GCHB Chatawey’s Haze Gray And

Underway JH RATO CGC (given)

Select Bitch
• CH Crosswinds Acadia Resting

Beach Face (given)

Award of Merit
• GCH Silverhoney’s Diamonds And

Rust JH ATT (GCHP SilverHoney's
Rockets Red Glare JH CA FCAT
TKN CGC x GCHG SilverHoney's
Southern Girl ATT JH CAA FCAT
NA NAJ OAP OJP OFP TKI RN
RI CGCA FDC), b/o. Suzanne
Honeyman & Jay Silverman &
Rachel Silverman & Ashley Landis

Award of Merit
• CH Simpatico Journey To Haven

(CH Von Luchbach Thrilled Beyond
Words x CH Simpatico Journey),
b/o .Jennifer Martin

Best Puppy
• Versa N’ Koping Frankly My Aim

Is True

Best Bred By Exhibitor
• Simpatico So Chic

Best Veteran
• GCH Brookside’s Brighter Shade

Of Pink JH CGC

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Health

Debra Konkol

Chair of the WCA Health Committee

MINIMALLY INVASIVE PROCEDURE FIXES
PUPPY’S PROBLEM

Jul 1, 2020 / By Beth Mueller - Images courtesy of Dr. Scott / Pet Health Columns

TREATMENT FOR PERSISTENT RIGHT AORTIC ARCH
Hannah Bailey was sick. The six-month-old mixed-breed puppy couldn’t keep food
down. She had lost weight. Her local veterinarian diagnosed an enlarged esophagus
and suggested that her new owners take her to the University of Illinois Veterinary
Teaching Hospital in Urbana.

Luckily for Hannah Bailey, a specialist there was able to treat the underlying cause of
her problems—a congenital disorder known as a persistent right aortic arch (PRAA)—
via a minimally invasive procedure. Soon after the procedure, the puppy was alert
and eating. Patients treated with the traditional, and more invasive, surgical repair for
PRAA spend more time in post-surgical recovery.

This case marks the first time a minimally invasive PRAA repair was performed at the
Urbana teaching hospital.

The Case of the Regurgitating Puppy
Dr. Jacqueline Scott, a soft tissue surgeon
who joined the faculty last fall, oversaw
Hannah Bailey’s care and performed the
surgery.

“After the puppy’s local veterinarians
determined that the weight loss and
inability to keep food down were related
to her esophagus, they performed a barium
swallow study,” says Dr. Scott. Barium,
which shows up on X-rays, was fed to the
puppy so that the veterinarian could get
a picture of her esophagus, the tube that
actively moves food from the mouth to the
stomach.

The barium study revealed a dilated
esophagus in front of her heart, which is
frequently caused by a congenital disorder
known as persistent right aortic arch
(PRAA).

These images, captured during the minimally invasive
procedure, depict the following stages: top, a blunt
probe is used to identify the fibrous band constricting
the esophagus; middle, the fibrous band is dissected free from the surrounding tissues; bottom, the fibrous
band has been transected and a tube is passed down the esophagus to confirm it is no longer constricted.

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Persistent Right Aortic Arch
“Before puppies are born, their blood is oxygenated by their mother, not by their lungs.
Special blood vessels are in place around the heart that allow the blood to bypass the
lungs,” Dr. Scott explains. “Once puppies start breathing, these blood vessels normally
regress.” Other blood vessels of the heart may fail to regress, and PRAA is the most
common such problem.

PRAA occurs when the aortic arch is formed on the right instead of the left. The vessel
(ductus arteriosus) that directs blood flow away from the fetal lungs remains on the
left and loops around the esophagus and trachea. As this vessel regresses, it become a
fibrous band that compresses the esophagus. Food cannot pass through the constricted
esophagus to the stomach, so the esophagus gets stretched out and can’t perform its job
of moving food. Puppies are unable to keep down their food and unable to gain weight.

Sometimes PRAA goes unnoticed until the dog begins to eat solid foods. While the
puppy is nursing, milk may be able to pass through the constriction and reach the
stomach.

“This disorder is most commonly seen in German shepherds and Irish setters but has
also been reported in cats, horses, and cattle,” Dr. Scott says.

Treatment Options
“Our first step was to perform additional imaging studies to rule out the presence of
other congenital abnormalities of the blood vessels and to help us plan the surgery,”
Dr. Scott explains. “Hannah Bailey did not show any other abnormalities, so we were
able to offer our treatment options to the owners.”

A non-surgical treatment option for PRAA involves changing what and how the pet
eats. Pets with PRAA can no longer eat dry food or be allowed to get any food scraps,
which will just be brought back up. Instead, they will have to eat gruel-type food and
be elevated for at least 15 minutes after feeding. Gruel is watery food that can be more
easily moved into the stomach through the constricted esophagus. A special type of
chair for animals with an enlarged esophagus holds them in an upright position while
gravity assists in transporting the food.

A thoracotomy is a surgical option for correcting PRAA. This option requires a large
incision and a lengthy recovery period, typically including time in the intensive care
unit.

Four 1 cm incisions were made at the back and bottom of Hannah Bailey’s chest to allow room for the
surgical instruments to reach the fibrous band. The chest tube at top, placed to drain any air or fluid post-
operatively, was removed the morning after the procedure. Her skin has a temporary orange discoloration

from the aseptic solution of iodine used in preparation for the surgery.
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“A conventional thoracotomy is quite invasive as it requires making an incision into
the chest to be able to see the fibrous band causing the constriction and to dissect it,”
Dr. Scott says.

Minimally Invasive Surgical Option
Because Dr. Scott has special expertise, Hannah Bailey’s owners were able to choose
a third option: a minimally invasive thoracoscopy.
This minimally invasive procedure uses small incisions in the chest to insert a camera
and instruments. The camera allows the surgeon to see the defect, and the instruments
are used to break it down.
Because the incisions are small, the animal is less painful after the surgery and usually
goes home the next day.
“Hannah Bailey was bright, alert, and eating the night after her surgery,” Dr. Scott
says, adding that the puppy is making a full recovery. “At her four-week recheck, she
was doing great. She will soon be eating regular food after initially eating gruel in an
upright position.”
Dr. Scott stresses that performing this minimally invasive surgery requires extensive
training.
“Minimally invasive techniques can be used to treat many conditions,” Dr. Scott says.
“It just takes the knowledge and confidence to use it.
“I trained under a mentor who performed a lot of these surgeries. Now I plan offer
these procedures and to teach the team here at U of I.”
If you have questions about minimally invasive procedures, contact your local
veterinarian.

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WCA HALL OF FAME
NOMINATIONS FOR 2021

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS JANUARY 1, 2022

PURPOSE—The purpose of the Weimaraner Club of America Hall of Fame shall
be to bring recognition and honor to Weimaraners who have made outstanding
contributions to the development of the breed in the United States.

REQUIREMENTS
Must be a Weimaraner deemed to have made a significant contribution to the
Weimaraner breed. This can mean exceptional merit in his/her own right or through
contributions via his/her get.

The nominee must have been deceased at least two years prior to the closing date for
nominations.

PROCEDURE FOR LETTERS OF NOMINATION:
Nominations may be made by any member in good standing with the Weimaraner
Club of America. Forms may be obtained from the WCA’s Website, National Office
or from Judy Colan, Chairperson.

Nominations must be received by the committee Chairperson on or before January 1,
2022.

Letters of nomination must include the following:
• Dog’s full AKC name including all titles
• AKC Number
• Date of Birth, Date of Death
• Breeder’s name
• Three Generation pedigree (parents, grandparents & great-grandparents)
• Owner’s name and current address
• Summary of history of accomplishments and/or contributions
• Photo of dog nominated

Please note: Nominations must be emailed, may not be handwritten and must be
complete. All research must be done by nominator.

Hall of Fame rules and the Nomination Form are available on the WCA website,
https://weimaranerclubofamerica.org From the home page go to About Us and click
on Handbook.

For more information please contact Judy Colan, Chairperson: 401-447-7924,
[email protected]

NOMINATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL: [email protected]

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HOW TO TEACH YOUR DOG SCENT WORK
AT HOME

by: Kathy Santo | used with permission from AKC.org | May 2020

You don’t have to own a military or police K-9 to teach your dog how to recognize
a scent. In fact, you don’t even have to leave your house.

What Is AKC Scent Work?
AKC Scent Work is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate
a scent (e.g., explosives or narcotics) and communicate to the handler that the scent
has been found. Scent Work is a positive, challenging activity that allows dogs the
opportunity to use their strongest natural sense in a way that’s fun, engaging, and that
builds and strengthens a foundation of trust between the handler and dog.
Many dog clubs offer Scent Work or “nose work” classes, but if you’re just looking to
try it out or teach your dog a new skill, you can follow these instructions in your home.
What You Need for Scent Work Training
The first step in teaching your dog Scent Work from home is finding the necessary
supplies. Almost everything you’ll need can be bought on Amazon or found around
your house.

• Birch essential oil
• Cotton swabs, cut in half
• Tweezers
• A small glass jar with a lid
• A “scent vessel” to hold the cotton swab. (An empty, cleaned mint tin with

holes drilled in the lid will work to get started)
• Disposable gloves
• High-value treats
• A lidded, plastic container with holes drilled in the lid

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Prep the Odor and Scent Vessel
1. In a room far away from where you’re working with your dog, wear disposable

gloves as you apply two drops of essential oil to each cotton swab. Place the
scented cotton swabs in the glass jar.
2. Take the gloves off by turning them inside out, roll them in a newspaper, and put
them in a trash can outside immediately.
3. Using your tweezers, take a cotton swab out of the jar and put it in the scent
vessel.
4. Place your tweezers in a plastic bag and seal.

After the training session, you can
reuse the cotton swab if your dog
doesn’t drool, and if food or soil
doesn’t contaminate them.

Introduce Your Dog to Identifying
the Scent
1. Hold the tin in one hand and

treat in the other, about a foot
apart from each other.
2. When your dog finally stops
smelling or licking your hand
with the treat and investigates
the hand with the tin, say “Yes” and reward him by bringing the food to the hand
with the tin. Note: This is an important step. You must feed the dog at the source
of the odor. If the dog continues smelling the tin, you can feed at the tin.
3. After a few reps, switch the tin to the other hand so the dog doesn’t rely on
memory to know which hand to go to.
4. You’re ready to move on if your dog can correctly identify the scent in each hand
within a few seconds, three times in a row.

Teach Your Dog to Find the Scent
1. Next, put the tin holding the scented cotton swab into the plastic container.
2. Repeat the same system, holding the box in your hand and waiting for the dog to

indicate that he recognizes the scent. When he does, be sure to feed the dog at the
box, like you did previously.
3. Once this is easily accomplished, place the box on the ground, between your feet,
and repeat the above process.
4. Finally, you can place the box on the floor while your dog is in another room, and
then bring him into the room and see if he can find it.

Scent Work Training Tips
When setting up, wear gloves, and always handle the cotton swab with tweezers.

The odor should always be “novel,” so don’t contaminate the environment with it.
Be sure to dispose of everything that came in contact with the source odor properly
(in a sealed plastic bag, preferably outside in a garbage can, away from where you’re
training).

Choose a location to set up your odor that’s far away from where you’re training. I set
up everything in a bathroom, with the door closed.

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2022 WCA Calendar

Calendar sales are now open!

If you have any question, please feel free to reach out to Brenda at
[email protected].

Visit www.weimaranerclubofamerica.com
and click on the link to purchase via
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Willamette Weimaraner Club Specialty
July 23, 2021

Willamette Weimaraner Club was so excited to host a Specialty this year after
last year’s cancelation and the Covid roller coaster over the past 18 months! Our
Specialty Show and Sweepstakes were held at the Portland Expo Center in Portland
OR on July 23rd. We did have to slim things down a bit this year, only holding one
specialty and sweepstakes. We anticipate being back to our full schedule including
Rally and Obedience in 2022.

We had a nice entry of lovely grey dogs, awesome trophies and really fun people,
including some new faces around the ring! Unfortunately, due to the border
closure we missed our Canadian friends. Thank you to our Judges Janet Warner
(Sweepstakes and Juniors) and Dr. Wanda Spediacci (Breed and non-regular classes)
for making our show a priority during these difficult times. Also a big shout out to to
ALL the members and NON- members that stepped up, and helped where needed. It
was a great show!

Congratulations to all the Winners! We hope to see you all again in 22’

Mindy Wilson Junior, 12 & Under 18 Months Bitches
WWC Show Chair 1. Cheyenne & Silverbay's Tango
SWEEPSTAKES
JUDGE: Mrs. Janet Warner In The Moonlight b/ Cheyenne
Weimaraners (GCHS CH
Junior, 12 & Under 18 Months Dogs Silverbay's Born This Way! CGC
1. Trax The Mighty Fraser b/ Kelsie TKA x GCHB CH Cheyenne's Luck
Be A Lady JH) o/ Margot Winter &
Richards (CH Koping Shoe Love Is Stewart Winter & Christine Trujillo
True Love RA x Trax Moral Of The Junior, 18 & Under 24 Months Bitches
Story RN JH) o/ Carmen Spencer & 1. CH Highpoint's I'll Have What
Shirley Nilsson She's Having b/ Lani Jones & Gary
2. Trax Pop Rocks On Tapp, JH Clarke & Autumn Eyre (GCHS
b/ M Gail Gegg & Sarah Jones Silversmith I'Ll Have Another
(GCH CH Highpoint Living Legend Vonstark JH CA CGC x GCH
x CH Trax On The Run) o/ Deanna Highpoint's Hot Top'Ic) o/ Lani
Marie Beach & M Gail Gegg Jones
2. Cheyenne's Sunshine On A Cloudy
Junior, 18 & Under 24 Months Dogs Day, JH b/ Christine Trujillo &
1. Highpoint's Have'iian Hottie Megan Kelleghan (GCH CH Tayla
Street Corner Preacher v Hallmar
b/ Lani Jones & Gary Clarke CD PCD BN RN MH CGC TKA x
& Autumn Eyre (GCHS CH GCH CH Cheyenne's Love Bug JH)
Silversmith I'Ll Have Another o/ Kristine Kalkwarf & Christine
Vonstark JH CA CGC x GCH CH Trujillo
Highpoint's Hot Top'Ic) o/ Lani
Jones

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3. Moonstone's Kisses Sweeter Than BEST IN VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES
Wine b/ Barbara Cook (GCH • GCH Swan Creek's Dj Grand Theft
Moonstone'S Silver Bullet Explorer
CGC TKP x GCH Moonstone'S CD RE
Magic Carpet Ride) o/ Faith Greer BEST OPPOSITE SEX IN VETERAN
& Barbara Taylor & Jesse Taylor & SWEEPSTAKES
Barbara Cook • GCH Northwoods Silversmith

BEST IN SWEEPSTAKES Islevue Rumor
• Highpoint's Have'iian Hottie
BEST OF OPPOSITE IN
SWEEPSTAKES
• Cheyenne & Silverbay's Tango In

The Moonlight

BEST VETERAN in SWEEPSTAKES
GCH Swan Creek's Dj Grand Theft Cd Re

(GCHP Diamond MK The Eagle Has Landed x CH
Swan Creek's The Ice Princess CD PCDX RM)

BEST IN SWEEPSTAKES REGULAR CLASSES
Highpoint's Have'iian Hottie JUDGE: Dr. Wanda V. Spediacci
(GCHS CH Silversmith I'Ll Have Another Vonstark 12 & Under 18 Months Dogs
JH CA CGC x GCH CH Highpoint's Hot Top'Ic) 1. Trax The Mighty Fraser (given)
2. Trax Pop Rocks On Tapp JH (given)
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES, 7 Years Open Dogs
& Under 9 Years Dogs 1. Silver Rain's Shadow Trax b/ Terry
1. GCH Swan Creek's Dj Grand Theft
Meek & Megan Bastien (FC AFC
CD RE b/ Barbara Taylor & Jesse Pm Trax Trigger Happy x Trax Ivy
Taylor (GCHP Diamond MK The League) o/ David Dugan & Melissa
Eagle Has Landed x CH Swan Dugan
Creek's The Ice Princess CD PCDX WINNERS DOG
RM) o/ Barbara Taylor & Jesse • Silver Rain's Shadow Trax
Taylor & Braden Greer RESERVE WINNERS DOG
• Trax The Mighty Fraser
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES, 9 Years 12 & Under 18 Months Bitches
& Over Bitches 1. Cheyenne & Silverbay's Tango In
1. GCH Northwoods Silversmith The Moonlight (given)
2. PM'S Montana Yogo Sapphire b/
Islevue Rumor b/ Ron Donovan Dawna Miller (PM's Prairiestorm
& Trish Donovan & Linda Durham Icy Cold JH x PM's Sparkling Jewel
& Heidi Warren (Ch Pike's Peak Of Paradise) o/ Dawna Miller
Silversmith Summit SH x Ch
Northwoods It's My Time To
Shine) o/ Kerry Edinger & Shannon
Edinger & Elena Lamberson &
Heidi Warren

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Open Bitches BEST OF WINNERS
1. Moonstone's Kisses Sweeter Than • Silver Rain's Shadow Trax

Wine (given)

WINNERS BITCH BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
• Cheyenne & Silverbay's Tango In • Highpoint's Have'iian Hottie (given)

The Moonlight SELECT DOG
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH • GCH Tripawd N' Mtnhome's
• Moonstone's Kisses Sweeter Than
Workin At The Granite Quarry
Wine b/ Raymond Lampers & Debra
Lampers & Mindy Wilson (GCHP
Diamond MK The Eagle Has
Landed x CH Oakpoint N Tripawd's
Showntell JH) o/ Cathy Gage &
Michael Wieber & Ray Lampers

WINNERS BITCH SELECT BITCH
CHEYENNE & SILVERBAY'S TANGO IN THE • CH Islevue's Bet'r Late Than Nv'r

MOONLIGHT CGC b/Kerry Edinger & Shannon
Edinger & Elena Lamberson &
(GCHS CH Silverbay's Born This Way! CGC TKA x Heidi Warren (CH Brymar's Ode
An Das Haus Der Reiteralm x CH
GCHB CH Cheyenne's Luck Be A Lady JH) GCH Northwoods Silversmith
IsleVue Rumor) o/Kerry Edinger
& Shannon Edinger & Elena
Lamberson & Heidi Warren

Veteran, 7 Years & Over Dogs AWARD OF MERIT
1. GCH Swan Creek's Dj Grand Theft • CH Tripawd N Mtnhome Granite

CD RE (given) Falls Yabba Dabba Doo b/
Veteran, 7 Years & Over Bitches Raymond Lampers & Debra
1. GCH Northwoods Silversmith Lampers & Mindy Wilson (GCHP
Diamond MK The Eagle Has
Islevue Rumor (given) Landed x CH Oakpoint N Tripawd's
2. Donamoor's Trax In Winter Snow Showntell JH) o/Jayne C Bond &
Mindy Wilson
SH b/ Shirley Nilsson (CH
Graenit's Double Magnum x CH AWARD OF MERIT
Traz Ugly Betty CDX TD MH) o/ • GCH Northwoods Silversmith
Maureen Conley
Islevue Rumor (given)

BEST OF BREED BOBOH
• GCHB Tripawd N' Mtn Home's • GCH Midwest Dream Of Glory JH

She's Rockin It In Granite b/ b/ Rhonda Grimm (CH Silhouettes
Raymond Lampers & Debra Fast Ride x CH Midwest Dream
Lampers & Mindy Wilson (GCHP Tassilos Legacy Beauty) o/
Diamond MK The Eagle Has Katherine Fellows
Landed x CH Oakpoint N Tripawd's
Showntell JH) o/ Raymond Best Junior Handler
Lampers & Debra Lampers & • Braden Greer
Mindy Wilson

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BEST OF BREED BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
GCHB Tripawd N' Mtn Home's She's Rockin Highpoint's Have'iian Hottie
(GCHS CH Silversmith I'Ll Have Another Vonstark
It In Granite JH CA CGC x GCH CH Highpoint's Hot Top'Ic)

(GCHP Diamond MK The Eagle Has Landed x CH

Oakpoint N Tripawd's Showntell JH)

SELECT DOG SELECT BITCH
GCH Tripawd N' Mtnhome's Workin At The CH Islevue's Bet'r Late Than Nv'r CGC
(CH Brymar's Ode An Das Haus Der Reiteralm x
Granite Quarry
CH GCH Northwoods Silversmith IsleVue Rumor)
(GCHP Diamond MK The Eagle Has Landed x CH

Oakpoint N Tripawd's Showntell JH)

AWARD of MERIT BEST OF BREED OWNER HANDLED
CH Tripawd N Mtnhome Granite Falls Yabba GCH Midwest Dream Of Glory JH

Dabba Doo (CH Silhouettes Fast Ride x CH Midwest Dream

(GCHP Diamond MK The Eagle Has Landed x CH Tassilos Legacy Beauty)

Oakpoint N Tripawd's Showntell JH)

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NOMINATE JUDGES
FOR

2025 WCA EVENTS!

Under the new Judge Selection Rules members nominate judges during the month of
October.
(In February we will vote on the judges that were nominated.)

RULES FOR NOMINATING JUDGES:

1. Any WCA member in good standing may nominate up to four (4) Conformation
Judges for a given year. Nominations consist of the judge’s name and may include a
brief statement, 150 words or less, addressing why the Judge should be considered.
(Comments are optional.)
a. Nominated Judges must be approved AKC or Canadian Judges (not
provisional).
b. Nominations will be sent to the WCA Executive Secretary.
c. The nominating period is October 1-October 31. After October 31, no further
nominations will be accepted for that year.

2. A list of all eligible Judges will be made available for members to consult.

3. A list of all Judges ineligible for that year will also be available to members.

4. A list of Qualified Judges will be compiled giving the Judge’s name and all
comments received.
a. Qualified Judges are those who have been nominated and have not been contracted
to judge the Futurities/Maturities or National Specialty within the specified periods.
b. Each Judge will be listed with all comments.
c. Names of members nominating judges will not be included on the list.
d. The information will be emailed to the membership and may be posted on the
WCA website’s Members Only Section.
PLEASE: Submit your comments in an email or attached in Word format (no pdf’s).

(Anyone who doesn’t have email, can snail mail or fax their nominations.)

SEND YOUR NOMINATIONS TO:

Ellen Dodge
WCA Executive Secretary
P.O. Box 489
Wakefield, RI 02880
Phone & Fax: 401-782-3725
[email protected]

Complete ‘Judge Selection for WCA Bench Events’ rules can be found on the website
under “About Us” – “Handbook.”

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Weimaraner Club of Greater St. Louis, Inc.
Specialty and Obedience Trial
September 3, 2021
Gray Summit, MO

The show was held outdoors this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Many thanks to
the exhibitors who joined us. We hope you enjoyed yourselves! The obedience classes
were judged by Ms. Pat Kasten and Mrs. Sue Goldberg judged the breed classes.

Barb Shepard did an excellent job as trophy chairman while Michelle Hunter donated
the trophies. Sally Watson served as ring steward. We look forward to our Specialty
in March 2022 and to hosting the WCA National Specialty in May 2022. Hope you’ll
join us!

Obedience Trial
Juge: Ms. Pat Kasten
No Qualifiers

Breed Classes
Judge: Mrs. Sue Goldberg

Veteran Bitch BEST OF BREED
1. GCHG CH Grauschatten N’Nani’s GCHG CH Grauschatten N’Nani’s Cabaret
(GCH CH Rissana Hillwood’s Perfect Pitch to Nani
Cabaret (GCH CH Rissana JH, NJP x GCHS CH Kolata’s Moving Violation, JH)
Hillwood’s Perfect Pitch to Nani JH,
NJP x GCHS CH Kolata’s Moving
Violation, JH) b/ Robert & Donna
Hilgenbrink and Christine Grisell o/
Robert and Donna Hilgenbrink

Best of Breed
• GCHG CH Grauschatten N’Nani’s

Cabaret

Best of Opposite Sex BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
• ‘Ekahi’s Who Knew (CH Nani’s ‘Ekahi’s Who Knew

Indecent Exposure JH, NAJ x CH (CH Nani’s Indecent Exposure JH, NAJ x CH
‘Ekahi Rissana Know It All) b/
Daryle Oliveira o/Barb Shepard and ‘Ekahi Rissana Know It All)
Daryle Oliveira

Select Dog
• CH Kristen’s Royalty King of My

Heart (GCH CH Nani’s Versa Cool
Hand Luke TD,MH x GCH CH
Kristen N Ultima’s I’m One Special
Baby) b/Peggy Ernst, Mary Ann
Richard, Ann Johnson and Gerry
Thornton o/Stephen B. Franklin and
Peggy Ernst

SELECT DOG >>>>

CH Kristen’s Royalty King of My Heart

(GCH CH Nani’s Versa Cool Hand Luke

TD,MH x GCH CH Kristen N Ultima’s I’m

One Special Baby) Page 34

Sharp As a Tack – Keeping Canine
Cognitive Dysfunction at Bay

January 2021 | Reprinted with permission | Morris Animal Foundation

We all love a nuzzle from a memory are normal and not cause for
graying nose, or a cuddle with concern.
a four-legged friend who’s been
with us through good and bad times. What is important for dog owners and
Advances in veterinary care are helping veterinary professionals is to recognize
our dogs live longer lives and dog owners changes that aren’t part of normal aging.
want to make sure those extra years are This includes understanding more about
filled with special moments. A growing normal aging signs and signs related to
awareness of the challenges of aging is CCD.
leading dog owners and veterinarians to
learn more about diseases affecting older Veterinary neurologists, behaviorists and
dogs and develop strategies to keep dogs CCD experts report that the three most
healthy and happy in their golden years. common misconceptions about canine
aging are:
Many dog owners are concerned about
behavior and personality changes they • Cognitive impairment reflects
see in their aging pets. In a recent Morris normal aging and is inevitable
Animal Foundation pet owner survey,
36% of respondents listed senior dogs • CCD is not a common disease
as an area of canine health of greatest • There are no effective preventives or
interest to them, followed by 31% of
respondents who listed behavior. Mental treatments
sharpness can decline over time in both
people and dogs, but some dogs suffer These misconceptions can keep owners
from a more serious condition called from seeking care, and veterinarians from
canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD). We recommending treatments that can help
are learning more every day about CCD dogs with CCD. The earlier that signs
and what owners and veterinarians can of CCD are detected, the sooner owners
do to maintain quality of life in our dogs’ can intervene to reverse or slow disease
senior years. progression.

When normal aging isn’t normal What we know about CCD
It’s not unusual for us (including those CCD is a neurodegenerative disease
with four legs!) to have slight declines similar to Alzheimer’s disease in people.
in memory over time. In people, it’s Studies in dogs with CCD reveal that
estimated that 40% of people over the age changes in brain tissue appear to be similar
of 65 will experience mild memory loss. to those noted in people with Alzheimer’s.
However, other than the frustration that However, disease progression differs
comes from grasping for a word or trying between the two diseases, and there is
to remember where you put your car keys, evidence that some signs of CCD can be
mild memory loss doesn’t affect day- reversed while this is generally not the
to-day functioning. Most people retain case with Alzheimer’s.
many strong memories and can learn new The estimated prevalence rates of CCD
information and tasks into advanced age. range from 14% to 35% in the pet
dog population, with the prevalence
It turns out, the same pattern of age- dramatically increasing as dogs age.
related mental changes occurs in older One study found the prevalence of CCD
dogs. Slight lapses in attention and was 28% in dogs aged 11 to 12 years
old but jumped to 68% in dogs 15 to 16
years old. Unfortunately, because many

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owners and veterinarians tend to accept If an owner notices any of these signs,
some cognitive decline as normal, the even if infrequent, they should consult
true incidence of the disease is probably with their veterinarian. Many concurrent
higher than what is reported. diseases can be ruled in or out with
a complete physical examination and
Another prevalence study followed routine bloodwork.
cognitive abilities in a group of dogs
more than 8 years old over a two-year Some common aging-related diseases
period. They found that 33% of dogs associated with aging can complicate the
with normal cognitive behavior at the diagnosis of CCD. These include:
beginning of the study progressed to
having mild impairment during the study • Loss of hearing or sight – either
period. In addition, 22% of the study dogs partial or complete
with mild impairment developed CCD in
the same time frame. • Painful orthopedic diseases such
as osteoarthritis that can lead to
The bottom line from all these studies is behavior changes (for example,
that CCD is more common than originally house soiling)
suspected, and owners and veterinarians
need to be on the lookout for changes • Systemic diseases such as chronic
consistent with CCD. kidney disease that can make a dog
feel ill and less likely to engage with
their owner

Making the For the majority
diagnosis
of dogs with CCD,

Diagnosis of CCD the diagnosis is

begins with a made after other

complete physical possibilities are

examination to look excluded since there

for other conditions are no specific tests

that can either mimic for CCD.

CCD or impact the

diagnosis. That said, there
are reports of brain
Signs of CCD can changes detected
develop in mature on MRI that can be
dogs (defined as 50- helpful in making the
75% of expected lifespan) most people diagnosis. MRI also can be considered
might not consider elderly. Veterinarians if other diseases, such as brain cancer,
should include an assessment of behavior are strong possibilities and further
and cognition in annual exams for dogs confirmation is needed.
reaching middle age, while dog owners
need to pay special attention to their Risk Factors
dog’s mental sharpness, too. Known risk factors include:

Many signs are associated with CCD, but • Age – having been objectively
the most common include: • demonstrated in many studies
Epilepsy – dogs with this disease
• Confusion • have a higher likelihood of
• Anxiety developing CCD at an early age,
• Sleep/wake cycle disturbances and dogs with a history of cluster
• Decreased interaction with owners seizures or high seizure frequency
• Loss of housetraining are at the highest risk
• Aimless wandering/pacing/ Activity level – dogs engaged in
training activities were less likely to
restlessness develop CCD

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Other risk factors, such as sex, important, especially as dogs age. Play
reproductive status and anxiety disorders time that incorporates aerobic exercise
haven’t been shown to be consistently (with modifications to account for
associated with CCD. Some controversy underlying conditions) is recommended.
remains about the potential relationship Introducing new toys and new tricks (yup,
between body size and CCD as well. you can teach an old dog new tricks) can
Many of these questions can be addressed help keep an older dog’s mental function
with comprehensive studies such as sharp.
the Golden Retriever Lifetime Study
and the Dog Aging Project that will use Finding unique ways to stimulate your
standardized assessment tools on large pet also can provide mental benefits.
numbers of dogs. Many canine rehabilitation facilities are
starting to offer programs for senior dogs
What You Can Do that include swimming, massage and
Keeping your dog fit and trim has many social interaction in a novel environment.
positive effects, such as a greater capacity Dogs use their noses to help make sense
for exercise, that could indirectly benefit of their environment, so taking walks and
brain health. Dietary supplements and allowing dogs to take their time sniffing
diet may have a role to play, too. is an easy way for older dogs to get
additional stimulation.
Although still under investigation,
increasing evidence shows dietary Adhering to a firm schedule for walking,
supplements may slow progression of feeding and bedtime can help older dogs
CCD. These may include: with CCD as well. If a dog is struggling
with breaks in house training, owners
• Omega-3 fatty acids should think of treating their dog as a
• SAM-e puppy, taking the pet out more frequently
• Melatonin (for dogs suffering from and rewarding them when they are
successful.
sleep/wake cycle disruption)
• B vitamins

Supplements can have negative
interactions with medications, so be sure
to check with your veterinarian first.

Commercial diets are available that follow
many of the dietary recommendations for
improving brain health as suggested by
research studies.

It’s also possible to formulate a home-
prepared diet that combines many brain
protective recommendations, but care
needs to be taken to make sure the diet
supplies adequate overall nutrition.
Consult with a veterinary nutritionist,
who can help create special diets, and your
veterinarian, who can help coordinate this
collaboration.

Active Minds
While dogs can’t do crossword puzzles or

sudoku, the idea of use it or lose it applies

to them, too. Exercise and play remain

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Breeders:
Owners: MH CAX3 NRD VX FCAT3 BROM
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Ranger is a Summit son and definitely acquired his sire’s love of hunting. He is
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But Ranger’s first love is hunting. He finished his JH in one weekend at a very
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Dam: BIM GCH SILVERSMITH SELENA VON LUCHBACH,
JH CGC NSD RD V
Breeders:
Owners: Patti Leman and Elena Lamberson
Patti Leman

Shelby is a puppy from our Sage and Striker litter. He is a big high drive dog in the
bird field, amazingly at home he is an easy-going dog. He finished his
Championship at age two with back-to-back majors handled by Rosemary Tindal.
At seven months of age, he finished his JH in two weekends. This season his field
trainer, Scott Edwards finished his SH. This summer he is taking a Canine Good
Citizen class and will be working on his RDX. He will also be fishing with Captain
Buddy as his boat dog. In the fall Shelby will be training with Scott for his MH. He

loves being in the bird field. Shelby is a handsome hunting machine!!

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30 years Ago
in the WCA

Reprinted from the November 1991 WCA Magazine

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The 5 Different Types Of Dog Growls

by: Amber King from iheartdogs.com | used with permission

Most people assume a growling dog is bad news, but that isn’t always the case.
Dogs vocalize their thoughts and feelings in several different ways. They
bark and whine, and the low rumbling we call growling can mean multiple
things. There’s the basic aggressive growl most people know to watch out for, but a
growling dog isn’t always an angry dog. Knowing the different situations where a dog
might let out a growl will help you better communicate with your pup. Here are a few
reasons for growling you might not have known about.

#1 – Play Growling
Dogs often growl in the middle of
playtime to say, “This is fun! Let’s
keep going!” It usually happens when
they’re enthralled in a game of tug-
of-war with their favorite human, and
they also growl while playing with
other dogs. For an outsider listening
in, two dogs growling with each other
can seem alarming. As long as the
situation doesn’t escalate, however,
there’s no reason to intervene. It’s hard
to decipher the difference with human
ears, but play growling is typically
higher-pitched and shorter in length than aggressive growling. Dogs can tell the sounds
apart and know when their playmate is having fun and when they’re not.

#2 – Pleasure-Seeking Growl
Similar to the play growl, a pleasure growl is completely harmless. Some dogs start
growling every time their owners walk through the door because they know they’re
about to get attention. They’re anticipating head scratches and belly rubs, and the
growl is by no means threatening. The noise is usually low and loose, and it can even
sound like the dog is trying to speak their owner’s language. They might bare their
teeth and sound angry, but they’re actually happy and excited.

#3 – Frustration Growl
Like humans, dogs aren’t great at
handling frustration—and some are
worse than others. A frustration growl
is almost a pleasure-seeking growl.
It’s often misinterpreted as aggression,
but that’s rarely the message the dog
wants to convey. An example is when a
dog is behind a fence and sees another
dog or person on the other side. They
desperately want to get closer to say
hello to their new friend, but the fence

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is holding them back. Growling shows their irritation at the fence, and it doesn’t mean
they’re being aggressive or threatening.

#4 – Warning Growl
Dogs that are uncomfortable with a
situation will resort to a warning growl.
It’s usually when the dog is afraid,
possessive, or territorial. They emit
the deep grumbling to tell whoever’s
trying to approach them that it’s time
to back off. They’re firmly requesting
that the person or dog respect their
personal space. A warning growl isn’t
always easy to decipher. They’re
typically extremely low pitched, and
the dog doesn’t have to open their
mouth to make the sound. It’s usually
accompanied with a set jaw, dilated
pupils, and stiff body language.

#5 – Aggressive Growling
Once a situation escalates out of control, aggressive growling is a clear sign the dog is
past the point of warning. At this stage, the dog wants to establish their power. There
are several possible triggers for an aggressive growl. It could be that the dog has a
high prey drive and sees something they want to hunt, or they could relish the idea
of putting a competing canine “in their place.” An aggressive growl is identified by
being clearly audible with stretched-out rumblings. It also comes with lunging, raised
hackles, and snapping.

Most of these types of growls are nothing for a dog owner to worry about. They
sound scary, but if a loving family pet lets out a growl, consider the situation and
surroundings before jumping to conclusions. If a dog growls to show aggression, it’s
important to separate them from whatever they’re growling at. Use extreme caution
and know dogs think and act quickly. Talk to a trainer to better understand why your
dog is showing signs of aggression and how you can help them overcome the behavior.

https://iheartdogs.com/author/amber-king/

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2020 Amateur
Field Champion

NAFC FC AFC Trax Free Rein At Sky Ranch, NRD

REIGN

Sire: NAFC FC AFC Snake Break’s Sargent v Reiteralm MH, SDX
Dam: FC AFC One Trax Mind, NRD FROM

Breeder: Marilyn James & Shirley Nilsson
Owner/Handler: Lisa DeLeonardo

Photo Credit: Shirley Nilsson, Trax Weimaraners

2020 Amateur
Field Champion

FC AFC Southpaw & Ottercreek Hallie Belle, NRD

HALLIE

' 'Sire: Southpaw s Ottercreek Takin It N Stride
'Dam: NFC NAFC FC AFC Southpaw s Ottercreek Bailee Belle, JH

Breeders: Brandon Sims/Meredith Wadsworth
Owner: Brandon Sims

How Cold Is Too Cold for Your Dog?

by: Jennifer Coates, DVM | PetMD - used with permission

We all know that exercise and the mental stimulation being outdoors play are
key to keeping our dogs healthy and happy, but what should we do when
it’s cold outside? When do the risks of spending time in the cold outweigh
the benefits of being outdoors? Let’s take a look at the dangers associated with winter
weather and how we can still safely enjoy the great outdoors with our dogs during
wintertime.

All Dogs Aren’t Created Equal
Dogs are individuals. An outdoor
temperature that feels downright balmy
to one dog might send another in search
of shelter. What are some of the variables
that affect how dogs respond to the cold?

Coat type – Dogs with thick,
double-layered coats tend to be
the most cold-tolerant (think
Siberian Huskies, Newfoundlands
or Samoyeds). In most cases,
these breeds have been developed
in Northern climates and may
also have other anatomical,
physiological or behavioral
attributes that allow them to thrive
when it’s frigid. On the other hand, dogs who have exceptionally thin coats
(e.g., Greyhounds and Xoloitzcuintli) suffer the most in cold weather.

Coat color – On a clear day, black, brown, or other dark-coated dogs can absorb
significant amounts of heat from sunlight, keeping them warmer in comparison
to their light-coated brethren.

Size – Small dogs have a larger surface area to volume ratio. In other words, the
smaller dogs are the more skin they have (in relation to their “insides”) through
which to lose heat. Therefore, small dogs get colder more readily than do large
dogs … all other things being equal.

Weight – Body fat is a good insulator. Thinner dogs tend to get colder quicker
than do their heftier counterparts. That said, the health risks of being overweight
far outweigh any benefits, so don’t fatten up your dogs during the winter months
in a misguided attempt to protect them from the cold.

Conditioning – We’ve all experienced this one. Fifty degrees feels quite chilly
in October, but after a long, cold winter, a fifty degree day in April can make us
break out the shorts and t-shirts. Dogs who are used to cold temperatures handle
them much better than do pets who aren’t.

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Age and Health – The very young, the very old, and the sick are not as able to
regulate their body temperatures in comparison to healthy dogs in the prime of
their lives, and they therefore need greater protection from the cold.

All Temperatures Aren’t Created Equal
The temperature as it registers on a thermometer isn’t the only environmental factor
that affects how dogs feel the cold.

Wind chill – A brisk breeze can quickly cut
through a dog’s coat and greatly decreases
its ability to insulate and protect against
cold temperatures.

Dampness – Rain, wet snow, heavy fog,
going for a swim … any form of dampness
that soaks through the fur can quickly chill
a dog even if the air temperature is not all
that cold.

Cloud cover – Cloudy days tend to feel
colder than do sunny days since dogs can’t
soak up the sun and warm themselves.

Activity – If dogs are going to be very
active while outside, they may generate
enough extra body heat to keep them
comfortable even if the temperature is
quite low.

Cold Temperature Guidelines for Dogs
In general, cold temperatures should not become a problem for most dogs until they fall
below 45° F, at which point some cold-averse dogs might begin to feel uncomfortable.
When temperatures fall below 32° F, owners of small breed dogs, dogs with thin coats,
and/or very young, old or sick dogs should pay close attention to their pet’s well-being.
Once temperatures drop under 20° F, all owners need to be aware that their dogs could
potentially develop cold-associated health problems like hypothermia and frostbite.

The best way to monitor dogs when it’s cold is to keep a close eye on their behavior. If
you notice your dog shivering, acting anxious, whining, slowing down, searching out
warm locations or holding up one or more paws, it’s time to head inside.

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How to Read a Dog Food Label

by: Jan Reisen | AKC.org - used with permission

We all want the best for our dogs, including nutrition. And anyone who has
shopped for dog food knows, there are virtually unlimited options: Hundreds
of brands with innumerable ingredients; wet, dry, and raw food; age-specific
food; restricted diets, along with all sorts of advertising and marketing claims to
decipher. The label is the best tool to use when you make a choice, but can often be
hard to understand. We’re here to demystify how to read a dog food label.

Dog Food Label Format
All pet food labels follow roughly the same format:

• Product and brand name or unique identifier.
• Quantity in terms of product weight, liquid measure, or count, depending on

the formulation of the food.
• Guaranteed analysis, which specifies the amount of specific nutrients.
• Ingredients, which must be listed in descending order by weight.
• Nutritional adequacy statement, which must be backed up by testing that

proves the food provides a certain level of nutrients. It may also include the
life stages the food is appropriate for.
• Feeding directions.
• Manufacturer’s name and address
• Calorie statement

Now that you know what is listed, what does it all mean? Let’s take them one at a time.

Product Name
Quick Tip: It’s all in the wording.

There’s more to the product name than clever marketing. The name will actually
give you your first clue about the ingredients. Because so many pet owners base their
buying decision on a specific ingredient, brands will try to highlight that ingredient
in the product name. But it’s all in the wording. The Association of American Feed
Control Officials (AAFCO) has four rules:
• The 95 Percent Rule: At least 95 percent of the product must be the named

ingredient, for example, “Chicken for Dogs,” or “Salmon Dog Food,” must
include at least 95 percent of chicken or salmon, respectively. In addition, this
main product must be at least 70 percent of the total product when counting the
added water. According to AAFCO regulations, the remaining five percent of
ingredients will be those required for nutritional reasons, such as vitamins and
minerals, and small amounts of any other ingredients.
• The 25 Percent Rule: When you see products named “Beef Dinner for Dogs,”
“Chicken and Sweet Potato Entrée,” or “Lamb Platter,” for example, this is the
25 percent rule in action. If the named ingredients comprise at least 25 percent of
the product (not counting the water for processing), but less than 95 percent, the
product name must include a qualifying term, such as dinner, entrée, or platter.
Counting the added water, the named ingredients still must comprise 10 percent of
the product. If more than one ingredient is included in a “dinner,” the combination
of the named ingredients must total 25 percent of the product and be listed in the
same order as found on the ingredient list.
• The “With” Rule: When you see a dog food label, such as “Doggie Dinner With

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