Editor: Angela Mertens 4109 Springbrook Ct Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

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1 September/October 2009 Serving Chicago, Northern Illinois, Wisconsin and Eastern Iowa Website: Editor: Angela Mertens 4109 Springbrook Ct Pleasant Prairie, WI (262) President s Column Cissy Sullivan Hi Newf Friends, When deciding what subject matter to cover in these columns I try to write about something that is pertinent to the present or something that could/has impacted our Newfs. Just recently an unfortunate accident occurred to one of our club members Newfs, and hopefully by relating the story I can heighten awareness. I am speaking about Maia. She is owned by Dona Baker and Mike Austin who have graciously given me permission to share Maia s misfortune in hopes that it will possibly help someone in the future. Maia ingested a small amount (according to a group of vets and the poison control agency) of ibuprofen. Unfortunately for Maia even this small amount affected her kidneys causing her system to shut down, creating a very touch and go situation. Maia struggled daily for a period of three weeks before she could spend anytime away from the animal hospital and then it was only for nights, having to go back daily for IV treatments. Now four months after the incident Maia is a success story in the making. She is back to her old self, continually showing positive movements to regain appropriate ratios, which of course point to healthier and regular kidney functioning. Maia s success can be attributed to MANY things, but Dona and Mike s quick reaction along with the coordinated efforts of vets and Poison Control Agencies were key. Even today Maia is monitored with Maia during recovery blood tests. The vets and Poison Control Departments still conference about her incident, gleaning new information that can be posted and documented for future help. Dona and Mike will forever have imbedded the creatine, phosphorus and BUN levels in their brains that are deemed appropriate for Maia. They both would be excellent support if someone finds themselves in an unfortunate situation like theirs. I am grateful they offered to allow me to discuss this. The Animal Poison Control Center has reported handling 15,000 cases of toxicity in animals in 2008 alone. I think we all have heard about the dangers of chocolate, but many probably do not think about grapes, raisins, macadamia nuts, or Xylitol. Xylitol is a crystalline alcohol sweetener used in toothpaste, chewing gum, some baked goods, candy and breath mints. We also as owners think that because our Newfoundlands are a giant breed that it would take a HUGE amount of any of these to affect them, but that was NOT the case for Maia. You just never know, they are all different. You can get a comprehensive list of these possibly dangerous foods by visiting If you suspect a problem contact your vet as soon as possible, there also are Regional pet poison-control centers. A heads up they all CHARGE a fee, but I am sure a fee is the least of your Continued on page 7

2 page 2 Newf News September/October 2009 Senior Birthdays September 9/13/99 - Sammie (CH Emmabay Samantha Irene CD, TDD) Barbara Hearn 9/18/97 - Maggie (Moonshadow Magid of Shadrack) Ruth Carus October 10/22/99 - Sailor (Starr King Sails Winterseas) Kathy & Steve Van Wie, DVM 10/3/02 - Molly (Paladin's The Entertainer, CD, CGC, TDI) Barbara Hearn and Maredith Reggie Lotta Love Bakery Submitted by Linda Larsen Home-Made Rollover Treats Grind up 1 lb. organ meat, any flavor, in blender or food processor. Add raw garlic & spices to your heart's content. Put in one pkg. Jiffy corn muffin mix. Pour into baking pan to a depth of ¼-½ inch. Bake at 375 until just the very middle is still red, then turn off the oven and let the center cook. Slice and baggie up. 1. The Birthday List is a free and perpetual list for club member s dog six years or older, repeating automatically. It is the owner s responsibility to notify the Newf News immediately of any change. 2. Contributions to Newf News are welcome and can be submitted by (preferred method); Fax or mail. Memorials are free. Brags are free and are limited to the following information: Registered Name of Newfoundland, Call Name, owner s name(s), Date of Brag and Brag. Custom Brags and Memorials can include photos and are available at paid advertising rates. Articles from other publications may be submitted to Newf News, but must be accompanied by written permission from the author or publication. Submissions will be printed at the discretion of the Editor. 3. Contents of articles are the opinions of the authors and not necessarily the opinions of NCNC or NCA. NCA has no control over the contents of this newsletter. Articles in Newf News are not intended to give specific advice. Consult your veterinarian for concerns about health or behavior. 4. Litter announcements are limited to NCA members only. No ads will be accepted from companies or individual selling animals. REVISED Editor s Newsletter Notes 5. Newf News rates: Litter Announcements $5, 1-50 Words $5, Quarter Page $10, Half Page $15, Full Page $20 6. Newf News submittal deadline is the 1st of January, March, May, July, September and November. Articles, notices and ads not received by the deadline will be placed in the following newsletter. NCNC Board of Directors President: Cissy Sullivan Vice-President: Mary Trauernicht Treasurer: Dona Baker Secretary: Linda Larsen Member: Christine Brigham Member: Kathy Van Wie Member: Tara Bertrand Member: Melissa Torres Member: Roger Danielsen

3 Newf News September/October 2009 page 3 Newphoria's Yoshi-Lani (Brigitte) Owners: Damian & Mary Burke May 29, 2009: Rally Novice Title earned Fox River Valley Kennel Club, Inc., Woodstock, IL CH Shadrack s American Top Model CD and new WD! Call Name: Tyra Owners: Rick & Cathy Hartke, Steve and Jean McAdams August 16, 2009: Water Dog qualifier River King Newfoundland Club, Litchfield, IL Show & Tell Ch Paladin's Thomas Jefferson (TJ) Owners: Barbara and Tom Hearn July 5, 2009: Greater DeKalb Kennel Club Best of Breed and Working Group 2 July 6, 2009: Greater DeKalb Kennel Club Best of Breed and Working Group 1 DeKalb, Illinois July 25, 2009: Waukesha Kennel Club Best of Breed and Working Group 3 July 26, 2009: Waukesha Kennel Club Best of Breed and Working Group 2 Waukesha, Wisconsin CH Paladins Born On The 4th Of July Owners: Barbara and Tom Hearn August 22, 2009: Elgin Kennel Club, St. Charles, Illinois Best of Breed August 23, 2009: Elgin Kennel Club, St. Charles, Illinois Best of Breed Castaways Lucille Ball of Furr CGC, CD Owners: Mark and Kate O'Connor September 5, 2009: Lucy earned her CD at the Kenosha Kennel Club,. MakePeace China Bear CD WD Owners: Mark and Kate O'Connor & Chris and Ivan Rakyta July 25th, 2009: Panda" earned her CD with a score at the Waukesha Kennel Club August 16th, 2009: Club Test in Litchfield, IL. "Panda" also earned her WD at the River King Newfoundland Notices I am looking for a Wisconsin Resident to help plan/arrange Education Day If interested, this could be an on-going position since we alternate between WI & IL. Contact: Melissa Torres or Melissa_L_Torres@yahoo.com The next newsletter deadline is November 1st.

4 page 4 Newf News September/October 2009 North Central Newfoundland Club's Annual Water Test Sunday, September 20, 2009 Plans are being finalized for this year s water test which will be held at a new site in Muskego Park in Muskego, Wisconsin, just south and east of Waukesha. The test is scheduled for Sunday, September 20 with a water practice and optional obedience on Saturday, September 19. An enclosed shelter with showers, changing rooms and room for our catered banquet is just steps from the beach area. Our always well stocked auction and raffle will also be featured. Donations are gratefully accepted. A General Membership Meeting will also be held. On Sunday we will have some catered items for lunch but donations of salads and deserts are again always appreciated. This water test site also has a campgroud within walking distance of the test site. If you haven't signed up to attend the Banquet, there is still room. Contact Dona Baker at dona@salondona.com or phone to let her know you are coming. The Banquet will begin at 5:30 pm followed by our auction/raffle and general membership meeting. Please also come out on Sunday to cheer on our Newfs and their owners as they show their skills in the water. I believe water is the most fun and rewarding activity we can do with our Newfs. It is what they were bred for and there is nothing as much fun as watching these magnificent animals in the water. It is a great family day. If you would like to volunteer as a steward to help with this test, please contact Joan Gunn, , blkwatchnewfs@charter.net. Many jobs, such as holding leashes for entrants, need no previous experience. We have a full test with many members from our club. Our water practices have been full of new workers who have made wonderful progress. Test Chair is Roger Danielsen, newfdog@wi.rr.com and our test Secretary is Tara Martin, ctazmartin@comcast.net. Our judges for this year are Lori Littleford and Linda Morely Roser. Premiums have been mailed and is also available on our website at Hope to see you all on September 19 and 20! Joan Gunn, Chief Steward Antioch, IL Pratice Site Les Morris hosts training at 9 am on Sundays (weather permitting) W Spring Grove Road, Antioch, IL. Water shoes & life vests, for people required. North East Water Training Site (aka NEWTS) NEWTS is located at the YMCA summer recreational camp at Shiocton, Wisconsin and features 9 acres of fully fenced park like grounds; a bath house, picnic area and other camp amenities. The training area is a 12x102 foot level sand beachfront on a 2½ acre pond. We train on Wednesdays at 3 pm during summer vacation and switch to noon on Wednesdays once school is back in session. We also train on Saturdays at 10:30 am. Please let us know if you are planning to come out as the Y may have a camp activity which will require us to reschedule. Additionally, the camp is locked after hours, and we will need to unlock it. We're very flexible with training and in addition to the regular practices, we often accommodate extra practice sessions. The site is an easy half hour drive northwest of Oshkosh on Wisconsin Rt. 76. Training at NEWTS is as simple as a phone call or . Come on up, the water s great! Kathy and Steve Van Wie moonsailnewf@new.rr.com or

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6 page 6 Newf News September/October 2009 Sweepstakes: Saturday & Sunday Best puppy in sweeps ($65) Best Opposite to Best Puppy ($65) Best Veteran in Sweeps ($65) Best Opposite to Best Veteran ($65) Breed Trophies: Saturday & Sunday Best of Breed ($65): Sponsored both days Best of Opposite Sex ($65): Sponsored both days Best of Winners ($60) Winners Dog ($40) Winners Bitch ($40) Reserve Winners Dog ($35) Reserve Winners Bitch ($35) Class Trophies: Saturday & Sunday First place: Dogs ($17) Puppy 6-9 mos Dog Puppy 9-12 mos Dog Puppy mos Dog Novice Dog Amateur Owner Handler Dog American Bred Dog Bred by Exhibitor Dog Open Black Dog Open Any Other Color Dog: Sponsored both days Versatile Newfoundland Dog Veteran Dog: First place: Bitches ($17) Puppy 6-9 mos Bitch Puppy 9-12 mos Bitch Puppy mos Bitch Novice Bitch - Friday Amateur Owner Handler Bitch American Bred Bitch Bred by Exhibitor Bitch Open Black Bitch: Sponsored both days Open Any Other Color Bitch Versatile Newfoundland Bitch Veteran Bitch Best Junior Handler ($30): Sponsored both days Obedience Trophies: Saturday, 12/19 only High in Trial ($65): Sponsored Firsts in following ($17): Novice A Novice B Open A Open B Utility A Utility B Veteran Rally Trophies: Sunday 12/20 only Firsts in following ($17) Novice A Novice B Advanced A Advanced B Excellent A Excellent B Trophy information is also available at Conformation: Saturday December 19th Sunday December 20th Both Days TROPHY Obedience Trophies: Saturday only Rally Trophies: Sunday 12/20 only SPONSORSHIP Class: 1st Choice FORM 2nd Choice if Necessary: Total Cost: $ Name of Sponsor: Address: Name of Kennel: Dedicated to In Memory of: Make checks payable to: NCNC. Send to: Linda Larsen, Heart O Lakes Blvd., Antioch, IL phone: Nikkipup2@aol.com

7 Newf News September/October 2009 page 7 President s Column (continued) Angell Animal Control Hotline: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center : Pet Poison Helpline: People You Should Know Tara Martin concerns during a crisis. Here are three National phone numbers to keep on hand for quick use if necessary: For this publication I would like to highlight the Water Test Chair and his committee. Roger Danielsen is our present Water Test Chair. He has had this position for a number of years. Roger is one of our board members and an active volunteer for many activities for our club. During this past year Roger played a major role in helping with our past Regional, he was a judge for our Mock Draft Test, and also the co chair of our water seminar held earlier this summer. He has been active in organizing and facilitating water practice sessions through out the practice season. Roger solidified our new water test site for this year and has worked in coordination with the Waukesha County Parks Department, to bring about another successful event for our club. Our thanks to Roger for his efforts in coordinating this test. A BIG THANK YOU to Roger s committee members: Tara Martin: Test Secretary Joan Gunn: Chief Steward Dona Baker: Banquet Chair Dona Baker Without the hard work and efforts by the committee these events could not be done. There are many behind the scenes jobs and details that these volunteers do that sometimes go unnoticed, but I wish to make our appreciation NOTICED to all of them. I am looking forward to checking out our NEW LOCATION, and seeing many of you at this event as well! Newfoundly, Cissy Sullivan Roger Danielsen Encouragement Pays Off For sometime now our website has had a statement encouraging members to join us for our board meetings. Well our last meeting was a testament to this. We had many members turn out. Thanks to all those who attended, and for driving long distances to join us. Once again everyone is welcome. UPCOMING BOARD MEETING When: Monday, October 19th, 2009 Where: Chancery Pub th. St. Pleasant Prairie, WI. - Exit # 347 Time: 6:00 p.m. ALL MEMBERS ARE WELCOME & ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!

8 page 8 Newf News September/October 2009 October 11, 2009 Nippersink Forest Preserve October Round Lake, 11, 2009 IL Nippersink Forest Preserve Judges: Teresa Round Gedritis Lake, IL & Karen Dunaway Chair: Linda Larsen: Nikkipup2@aol.com Test Secretary: Judges: Darlene Teresa Gedritis Rattner: & Jumpinnewf@aol.com Karen Dunaway Chief Steward: Patti Zirpoli: pattibms@ameritech.net Chair: Linda Larsen: Nikkipup2@aol.com Test Secretary: Darlene Rattner: Jumpinnewf@aol.com Chief Steward: Patti Zirpoli: pattibms@ameritech.net OCTOBER 10 TH. Cook out at site 4 PM Bring a dish to pass! Everyone welcome! North Central Newfoundland Club s 2009 Education Day When: November 15th, 2009 (Sunday) Time: 9 AM to 3 PM (Tentative Times Please check back for updates) Where: K-9 Play Time 403 Washington Blvd, Unit #1, Mundelein, IL Phone: PLAY Subject: Introduction to Rally Obedience What to Bring: A Newfie and Enthusiasm Suggested Clothing: For yourself: Comfortable Shoes, and Clothing Sara Berry McLoudery For your Newf: 6 ft. Leash and a buckle type collar is preferred, Martingale s are acceptable, Choker s and Pinch Collars are discouraged for training, and per AKC Rules. The idea is to introduce Newf owners to the sport of Rally-O. A very fun and team oriented form of Obedience. Here is an opportunity for you and your Newfie, to grow into a newer competition. Lots of fun can be had with it, and here is another chance for you and your Newf to compete and get a title. Anyone can do it, and it is a lot of fun. Special Guest: Sara Berry McLoudery CPDT-KA, TAGteach Level 1 of ROOT Training, a professional dog trainer and Rally Instructor will be present to speak on and demonstrate Novice Level Rally. The North Central Newfoundland Club is Looking Forward to seeing you at Education Day! REMEMBER THERE IS A GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING AT THIS EVENT, SO BE SURE TO ATTEND!

9 Newf News September/October 2009 page 9 page 6 Newf News July/August 2009 Newf Finder Victoria was surrendered to a veterinarian in Sterling, Illinois. This sweet 3 year old spayed Newfoundland, bred in MO and sold by Petland, was transferred to NCNC Rescue foster care via Bill and Carol Thonn. After several grooming sessions Victoria was ready for adoption. Her new family says, We have a sweet doggy here. She has gotten settled in and has made herself at home here. We love her. Boxy was adopted from an Illinois shelter and his new family found him to be too active for their elderly Labrador. They preferred to place him via NCNC referrals and the contact info. and photo appeared on NCNC s website. Soon he was placed by very grateful owners, Boxy has a new, wonderful home with 5 acres and a pool. He is loving life to the fullest. Thank you for all your help in our struggle to find the best home for him. Emma is currently in foster care and appears on NCNC s website. She was surrendered to Animal Welfare in Chicago Ridge and transferred by Gerlanda van de Maat. Emma was spayed by NCNC Rescue and should be the only dog in her new home. She is three years old and has had some obedience training. Please contact me with any questions. Sammie lived in a crate in a motel. Animal control Don t officers forget convinced the The soon-to-be Membership evicted family to surrender her to NCNC Rescue via Marilee Hejna. Following several months in foster care, spaying and other diagnostic tests, Sammie was placed in a longtime Newf home. The latest Sammie update includes, She has passed the Obedience I training and Sept 10 we start the II class. She is a wonderful dog, thanks for thinking of me for her. She is work, but well worth it! NCNC Rescue s costs are subsidized by the extraordinary fundraising efforts at Newfiepalooza. Very special thanks to all who participate and support this wonderful event. Please send your referrals to me for more information about NCNC Rescue. Potential adopters are always needed. Foster care is also needed. Please contact me if you can help Newfoundlands in our region. Mary L. Price mlprice@mhtc.net

10 page 10 Newf News September/October 2009 NCNC 2010 Picnic Questionnaire We want your input! We would like to see many more members at the annual picnic. To give everyone a voice this form has been developed. Please fill it out and ( johnjmertens@earthlink.net ), fax or mail it to me. We need your input back by November 1. Only the data will be shared, not who sent the information. Those receiving Newf News by have also received this form as an attachment which can be typed into. The form is also on the NCNC web site or can be ed to you upon request. Family memberships each person can supply a form with their veiws. I am looking forward to your input, and am hoping all members respond Thank you John Mertens 1. Where would you like to see the picnic held? Please give a city or county name. 2. Do you have a specific place to recommend? 3. Would you prefer the picnic be on Saturday or Sunday? 4. Would you like the picnic at a different time of the year, or possible a second event? If yes please elaborate. 5. What games/ activities would you like for the dogs and / or people? 8. If you attended the 2009 Picnic what did you like, not like or would like changed? 9 If you did not attended the 2009 Picnic why not and what can we do to encourage you to attend the 2010 picnic? Submit by Print Form

11 Newf News September/October 2009 page 11 VN CH Emmabay Mancini In Concert CDX, WRD, TDD "Henry" June 26, July 28, 2009 We are so sad to loose him, but celebrate his wonderful life. He has given us beautiful memories to treasure. Barbara and Tom Hearn Moonsails Big Jims Bounty CGC, CD, WD, DD 4/12/95-8/19/2009 JJ was our dog of "firsts".. The first born out of our first litter, the first I titled in draft, obedience and water. We learned conformation showing together. In addition to being our dog of firsts, he was also the last surviving of his litter and this past year, he had the honor of being named as one of the runners up to the NCA's Oldest Living Newfoundland. Rest well dear JJ you've earned it. You will always be first in our hearts. Kathy & Steve Van Wie NCNC GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING NOTICE The next NCNC General Membership Meeting will be held on Saturday September 19, 2009 at Muskego Park, Muskego, WI. Meeting will follow the NCNC water test banquet. Banquet 5:30 PM - Please see the NCNC web site for additional information and directions to the site. Linda Larsen, NCNC Secretary New Member Applications Rebecca and Terry Chatfield 8500 Kingsway Lane Sturtevant, WI Phone: Type of membership: Associate Sponsor: Ted & Judy Meeker NCA member: No Ginny Graham Barrelville Rd. McHenry, IL Phone: Type of membership: Individual, voting Sponsor: Cathy Mullen NCA member: Yes Mark and Laura Glaser 21 W251 Hemstead Rd. Lombard, IL Phone: Type of membership: Associate Sponsor: Tara Kelley Bertrand NCA member: No Jeffrey Maid PO Box 811 Plainfield, IL Phone: Type of membership: Family, voting Sponsor: Donna Stahlein NCA member: No Wendie & Larry Quinn 711 E. Greenwood Ct., Palatine, IL Phone: Type of membership: Family, voting Sponsor: Joan Gunn NCA member: No Russ Nummer 7611 Vine, River Forest, IL Phone: Type of membership: Individual, voting Sponsor: Cissy Sullivan NCA member: No Richard & Janalee D'Ambrosia 6814 Hennig Drive, Marengo, IL Phone: Type of membership: Family, voting Sponsor: Mary Trauernicht NCA member: No

12 page 12 Newf News September/October 2009 What s inside: Dates to Remember President s Column 1 Senior Birthdays 2 Lotta Love Bakery 2 Board of Directors 2 Revised Editors Notes 2 Show & Tell 3 Water Test & Practice Sites 4 Regional Speciality 5 Regional Trophies 6 Board Meetings 7 Draft Test 8 Education Day 8 Newf Finder 9 Picnic 10 Memorials 11 New Member Applications 11 General Membership Meeting Minutes Insert pages 1-4 September 19th: Water Test Banquet, Muskego Park, Waukesha County, WI September 20th: Water Test, Muskego Park, Waukesha County, WI September 26th: South Central WRDX Water Test, Valparaiso, IN September 27th: South Central WD & WRD Water Test, Valparaiso, IN contact: Barbara Hearn, Test Secretary: 847/ October 10th: Draft Test Cookout October 11th: Draft Test, Nippersink Forest Preserve, Lake County, IL October 19th: Board Meeting, Chancery Pub, Pleasant Prairie, WI November 1st: Newf News Deadline November 15th: Education Day & General Nev Cal dar Membership Meeting December 19th and 20th: NCNC Regional Speciality, Rosemont, IL Newf News North Central Newfoundland Club Angela Mertens - Editor 4109 Springbrook Court Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

13 Newf News September/October 2009 insert page 1 North Central Newfoundland Club GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES June The annual meeting was held in conjunction with the NCNC picnic, election of Officers and the awards presentation in Waukesha, WI. Meeting was called to order at 11:39 AM with Cissy Sullivan NCNC president presiding. There were 26 Voting members present, thus achieving a quorum. The minutes from the General Membership Meeting Jan. 25, 2009 were approved as written. Presidents Report: C Sullivan stated she received correspondence from Great Lakes - thanking North Central for the basket donation at the 2009 National. She also received thank you from S. Matzke and B & C. Thonns for hosting the Mock Draft Test and Thanks to club for offering the opportunity. C. Sullivan received asking for updates to web site, Chairs have been contacted to up date web master. asking about NCNC Regional article - when will Regional be in Newf Tide. C. Sullivan contacted J. Gunn. Write up will be in Sept. Issue Newf Tide. C. Sullivan asks for verification, J. Gunn verifies. Insurance Coverage: Insurance has been renewed, W/ 6 additional endorsements: Water practice sites: Gunn/Reese residence, YMCA, L. Morris residence. Draft Test, Water Test and Picnic site. Endorsements have been sent/given to chairs. J. and A. Mertens would like the name badges turned in after the event. Secretaries Report: L. Larsen states By-Laws suggested changes have been reviewed by the NCA Board and returned with their recommendation, which will be covered later in this meeting. Treasurers Report: D. Baker passed out her report: Account Balances as of 6/26/2009 Overall total $27, Cash Flow 1/1/2008 through 12/31/2008 Total Inflows $26, Total Outflows $32, Overall Total - $5, Banking Summary 6/24/08-6/26/09 Total income $25, Total Expenses $32, B. Hearn asks if NCNC rescue fund is incorporated with NCNC or a separate fund. M. Price answers With NCNC - Separate Bank Accounts. M. Price has a rescue update. Will discuss with that report. Water Test Update: R. Danielsen reports the water test date of September 20th. NCNC lost the previous test site due to boat races. The new site is Muskego Park 5-6 miles south of this year s picnic site. R. Danielsen states there is plenty of shade. RV parking available on site. Judges are Linda Moesly Roser and Lori Littleford. R. Danielsen states the need for stewards. The Buffet and General Membership meeting to be held at the pavilion on site. Draft Test Update: L. Larsen reports the new location for the Draft test / October 11th - Nippersink Forest Preserve in Round Lake, IL. There will be a cookout/site familiarization on October 10th. The site has been approved by NCA WDC. etails in the Sept. /Oct. News letter, NCNC web site and premium to be mailed. Patti Zirpoli is the chief steward, please contact Patti to volunteer to steward.

14 Newf News September/October 2009 insert page 2 Map: John Mertens has compiled a map of where members live and where events are held. (On display by shelter) There are pamphlets also available. John is thanked for the map. Ed Day update: M. Torres reports Ed Day will be on November 15th. Mundelein, IL. At K9 playtime. Subject: Intro to Rally. Ed day rotates IL/WI. Anyone who would like to work/chair the WI site please contact M. Torres. Rescue Update: M. Price reports 19 Newfs were in NCNC rescue this year. With 8 placed 5 fostered 3 thru shelter placement and 2 euthanized -Due to temperament issues. Rescue "Victoria" will be ready to go in a week. She lived 7 months in a crate in a hotel-she was surrendered - she had not been groomed in 3 years. M. Price states many Thanks to Newfiepalooza for the funds raised for rescue. M. Price passes out a rescue report. Balance as of June 22, 2008 $9, Balance as of June 28, 2009 $ Discussion of NCNC Rescue as a separate corporation or to stay with club. Cost to separate INC. would be approx. $800 Benefit to stay with NCNC stated the donations are tax deductible for the donors. B. Hearn States that there are grants available thru NCA for Regional clubs considering separate incorporations for rescue. R. Danielsen Question: Does it require a separate board to run? M. Price answers: Yes. NCA Inc. is managed by a board. Decision is tabled to board meeting in August to see if this is something NCNC is interested in doing. $10- $25 per year- plus accounting fees to have a separate trust for rescue. There will be a follow up on this at next General Membership Meeting. Regional Update: S. Nummers reports NCA officially approved the Dec Regional W/Skokie Valley Kennel Club - location 1 mile off of I 294 Load and unload indoors. Security guards. Parking across street/indoors Free shuttle from parking garage. Dogs are allowed in crates overnight. (building is locked) 2 hotels priced: $89 per night and the Hilton Gardens 1 mile away is $69 per night with parking included in price and free shuttle, ( dogs also ) Judges are Nancy Liebes and Patricia Hastings for breed and the sweeps judges are Kelli Lepore and Joan Gunn NCNC pays for rosettes. S. Nummers states she would like to address misinformation: They did research the dollar amount spent on past Regionals. Looked into 5 sites. Presented them to the board and the board approved the Rosemont Site. Judges: Misinformation that NCNC did not get to choose judges. -- Answer to this -- Various judges could not take the assignment - however both judges chosen were taken off of the judge committee list. Location: S. Nummer verifies site is not located in downtown Chicago. Easy to get to location off of I-294 K. Clancy and S. Nummer will answer any questions. Please contact them with questions you are not sure of. Question who pays fees for fire and police protection - S. Nummer states that will be provided by Skokie Valley KC. Parking Fee? If NCNC will pay $13 fee to park? NCNC has not decided if there will be any vouchers toward parking fee. S. Nummer states she and K. Clancy would like this to be a premiere event of our club. This Club event needs help and support of club members and volunteers to make it a success. S. Nummer states they have been contacted by many members to help.

15 Newf News September/October 2009 insert page 3 B. Thonn asks reason site change. After discussion the answer is stated the larger building would not be available. In questions regarding date, this year dates needed to be changed due to Eukanuba show dates. K. Clancy states 5 locations and old site looked at. Also distance was a factor for new chairs. B.Hearn States - likes the Regional with all breed show. K. Clancy states. The board made choice. R. Torres ask why and what complaints. C. Brigham states she had 3 complaints about old site while at the show. J. Gunns states cost difference of building NCNC used for Regional at $600 and the large building cost of $2500 also states last years site building used - she felt could accommodate 25 more dogs. C. Sullivan states, the New Regional location is NCA approved, the board voted. If you agree or disagree please join in for the better of the club. R. Torres.. Ask a procedure question on decision. C. Sullivan states please come to board meeting to ask procedure - AKC and NCA approved. C. Sullivan welcomes R Torres to attend board meeting and voice there. B. Hearn asks Show superintendent. C. Sullivan states: Onofrio. (Class entry fee is less expensive) C. Hartke states she feels the new Regional site is a great move, being a NCNC member since 2001 and attending many regionals. States this location has plenty of power/grooming space/parking garage. Has shown at this site and does like it. By Laws: C. Sullivan explains the NCNC Bylaw changes procedure. NCA did review the suggested changes and agreed with what the club recommends.. Pam Rubio sent back NCA minor suggestions: D. Jackman reads the suggested changes: and Membership voted: 1. Article l section 4 - Change Newf News to Newsletter. K. Clancy: Motion to except the word change from Newf News to Newsletter. T. Meeker 2nd. Motion carried. 2. Article ll Section 2 d. The club's financial records shall at all time be open to inspection by the Board of Directors. Change: Club Members/Board of Directors. C. Hartke: Motion to except change of adding Club Members D. Rattner 2nd. Motion carries. 3. Article III Section 2 Special Club Meetings: Written notice/ J. Meeker motion to except as a form of correspondence as a written notice to hold a special club meeting. Vote 26 yes 10 no Motion passes. D. Jackman thanked. Election: L. Larsen On behalf of the NCNC Nominating Committee for 2009, in accordance with the Article IV, Section 4 of the By Laws of the NCNC - The following names for officers and directors for the positions indicated being there were no additional nominations made in writing to the Secretary by April 15, President: Cissy Sullivan Treasurer: Dona Baker Director: Melissa Torres Director: Tara Bertrand. Action: Being that there were no other nominations from the membership, the above individuals were unanimously elected to the above offices. J. Gunn asks the Board Stand. C. Sullivan states T. Bertrand is not present due to an extra job shift. M. Trauernicht announces that the new Picnic Chair is John Mertens. Unfinished Business:

16 Newf News September/October 2009 insert page 4 C. Sullivan states Volunteers are welcome to come forward with interest to help at seminars, regional, or to chair an event. Please step up to chair if this is your wish to do so. T. Meeker Motion from June 22, 2008 Annual General Membership meeting. NCNC explores the possibility of National Specialty bid after That motion was 2nd and carried with 31 votes. No opposition. T. Meeker states a conversation with R. Frey at 2009 National, R. Frey stated he hoped NCNC would step up with possible National. T. Meeker stated he had met the Olympia Resort Manager, with discussion, she states they are interested in hosting a National. C. Sullivan question to membership: Do we want to go further with this? T. Meeker motion: NCNC form a research committee - to possibly host a National 2013 or beyond. R. Torres 2nd. M. Truesdill states would like to see our club host a National. J. Quandt: If we are going to explore this - she suggests the research committee has background from previous Nationals. J. Gunn states the research committee is usually 4 members. The actual National committed consists of members. K. Clancy states what is needed: funds /volunteers to host a National. C. Sullivan states at teleconference it asked of NCA what funds/volunteers they could offer, there was not at definite answer. R. Danielsen asks if this is a board decision of who is on this committee. Vote on T. Meeker new motion: 5 no 2 abstain motion passes. Action: The board will appoint a research committee to look into NCNC possibly hosting a 2013 National or beyond. C. Brigham asks if the General Membership meeting to be held at water test banquet should be changed to draft test. With discussion of Illinois/Wisconsin locations. The meeting will stay as is. (At water test banquet) T. Meeker states that in the bylaws meetings are quarterly. C. Brigham states majority of members are in Lake/Cook County. It is also stated that NCNC takes into its membership the entire state of WI. J. Mertens map shows events and membership locations picnic will be in Illinois. J. Gunn states the distance NCA and other Regional clubs travel to events and meetings can be as much as 8 hours. New Business: D. Baker states that the club could use 2 coolers 1 sledge hammer and 1 pick to have in the trailer. She estimates the cost of coolers $25-$35 Sledge hammer $15-$20 R. Danielsen motion: NCNC to purchase 2 coolers, 1 sledge hammer, 1 pick. Motion 2nd. Motion carries unanimously C. Sullivan states the next board meeting is August 27th in Pleasant Prairie, WI. Please contact L. Larsen if you would like to attend, as we reserve a room for this meeting. D. Jackman motion to adjourn J. Quandt 2nd. Being there was no further business the meeting adjourned at 12:45 PM Linda Larsen NCNC Secretary