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1 Irish Setter Club of Michigan News and Views August 2011 From our Editor GREETINGS FELLOW MEMBERS! My style is not to dwell on the negative but knowing how much our country is hurting makes one wish all these problems could be swept away with a magic wand. That is not going to happen, but believing in our country is like believing in our Irish, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel and much joy following years of hard work. We can support our troops who sacrifice their lives in order to make our country safer. Our hearts and prayers go out to the 30 troops and the one specially trained dog, who lost their lives helping others. We can support our club members the same way and let those that are hurting know we are thinking of them. We can support our club and all the hard workers who make all the events possible. Our fall Specialty is a biggie for the club (September 24 & 25) and all members are invited to attend and lend a hand if they can. We have a great venue for everyone to enjoy and you can come and enjoy the fun even if you do not have a dog!!! We hope to see the young and the old and those in between. It would be wonderful to see our friends and welcome some of the new dog owners into our club. Thank you, Barbara Riegle, Editor S P O R T I N G D OG J U D G E S S E M I N A R D E B B I E D A V I S On June 25th the ISCM participated in the Michigan Sporting Dog Judges Seminars. Debbie Davis and Martina Friedeberg presented the ISCA Judges Education presentation to over 15 judges throughout the day. We had several members who brought dogs for the hands on demonstration. The dogs the judges evaluated ranged in age from 4 months to 7 years old. Janet Parker and Debbie Davis participating in the field demonstration which the judges thoroughly enjoyed. It was nice that the judges got to see our dogs work in the field. The judges that attended were from all over the United States. The Michigan Sporting Dog Club did a excellent job with this event. We would like to thank Debbie, Martina, Bob Hallett, and Patti Vossen for bringing dogs for the judges to examine. We got excellent reviews of the program and everyone had a great time. We hope to participate again next year. I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E 2 Whelping Box 3 Show News 5 Member Contributions 8 Did you know? 9 ISCM August 14, 2011 Minutes Continued on page 4 August News and Views 1

2 W H E L P I N G B O X - T I S T H E S E A S O N F O R P U P P I E S!!! Trahern Irish Setters and Krystal Setters are pleased to welcome into this world... THE GOALIES!!! Four Boy puppies whelped on June 18, 2011 Sired by: American and Australian Ch. Cairncross Concierge with Tulane Proud and wonderful mom is Grand Ch. Trahern Krystal Moon! Breeders/Owners Mary and John Grill and Martina Friedeberg and Janet Parker You will be seeing these boys in a show ring, obedience trial or field event near you!!! Grand Championship Points Ranking Points Ranking for Michigan Setter (Irish) Today's Date: August 20, 2011 Rank Dog Name Sex GCH Points No. 1 GCH CH Rosette's No Stone Unturned Dog 80 No. 2 GCH CH Beaubriar In Cahoots With Erin Bitch 24 No. 3 GCH CH Avon Farm Lost In The Fog Dog 14 No. 4 GCH CH Trahern Krystal Moon Bitch 10 CH Bluerose Phantasmagorical Dog 10 No. 6 CH Red Hat Romancing The Stone Bitch 6 No. 7 CH Trahern Trueblue Spirit JH Bitch 5 No. 8 CH Regalaire Sweet Deal For Marymik Bitch 3 No. 9 CH Regalaire Sweet Temptation RAE2 Dog 1 CH Bluerose One For The Money Bitch 1 This ranking report is based on number of Grand Championship points earned and may include dogs who have not yet completed the requirements to earn the Grand Championship title. August News and Views 2

3 Show News ANN ARBOR KENNEL CLUB, July 9, 2011 ANN ARBOR KENNEL CLUB, July 9, 2011 Cherryhill Hunter's Moon (Kacey), Open Dog - 1, RWD, Edward and Barbara Mooney Cherryhill Over the Moon, (Korrie), Open Dog - 3, Karen and Sam Lause, Edward and Barbara Mooney Cherryhill Moon and Stars (Becca), Open Bitch - 3, Edward and Barbara Mooney BARRIEN KENNEL CLUB, August 7, 2011 Regalaire A Joy To Celebrate, WB, BOW, BOB, Made cut in group, Barbara J Riegle ISCM Sanctioned Match, August 14, 2011 Rockherin Access To Success(Gates), Best In Sweeps, D. Davis, K. Wheatley, S. Schafer Rockherin Diamonds And Sapphires(Nelli), Best Of Opposite In Sweeps, Eileen Blackmer & D. Davis Rockherin Access To Success, Best Puppy In Match ANN ARBOR KENNEL CLUB, July 10, 2011 Cherryhill Hunter's Moon (Kacey), Open Dog - 2, RWD, Edward and Barbara Mooney Cherryhill Over The Moon (Korrie), Open Dog - 3, Karen and Sam Lause, Edward and Barbara Mooney Cherryhill Moon and Stars (Becca), Open Bitch - 1, WB, BOW, Edward and Barbara Mooney, 3pt. MAJOR!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Rockherin Diamonds & Sapphires, Best Of Opposite Puppy In Match Regalaire Prince Of The Palace, Best Adult In Match, Barbara J Riegle Regalaire A Joy To Celebrate, Best Of Opposite Adult In Match, Barbara J Riegle Regalaire A Joy To Celebrate(Maeve), Open Bitch - 2, Barbara J Riegle Performance BATTLE CREEK KENNEL CLUB, July 16, 2011 Regalaire A Joy To Celebrate, WB, BOS, Barbara J Riegle There was nothing reported for this publication. ANN ARBOR KENNEL CLUB, UKC, July 31, 2011 Regalaire A Reason To Celebrate, WD, BOW, BOB, Made cut in group, Barbara J Riegle Regalaire Prince Of The Palace, WD, Barbara J Riegle August News and Views 3

4 More photos from the Judges Seminar Dan and Ann Graham reported that 11 year old Cassidy Collins asked for donations to our Irish Setter Rescue instead of presents for herself. What a great kid! Her family has a rescue from our club. Later in July she and her family came for a visit to see the puppies and to deliver nearly $300 worth of food and money to the club. A big thank you goes out to Cassidy and her family for their generosity and love for the welfare of the Irish Setter. Also, Debbie Davis placed a dog and sent $75 donation to rescue. There are no Irish in Rescue currently. The senior home Joan Toy is in is looking for a new dog, preferably another Irish. Contact Gloria at if you have a candidate. The lovely male "Atty" who was in rescue was placed with a nice couple in Western New York who have had Irish "forever". They are flat nuts about him! Atty August News and Views 4

5 M EMBER C O N T R I B U T I O N S Barbara Riegle I found this article in one of the magazines of the local paper. The article, titled "What Our Dogs Think Of Us" quoted some fascinating information from Veterinary Behaviorist, Karen Overall. I will include some of her comments. Scientists for years have been trying to explain what makes a dog save a human from a disaster. The answer seems to be that the dog totally loves us and like people who will place their own lives in jeopardy for those we love, so will dogs. But are dogs truly capable of love? Because we have selected(over many years) for a close bonding relationship with dogs, as a result, the neurochemistry in dogs' brains is nearly identical to ours. It turns out people and dogs both have corresponding rising oxytocin when they are having a behavior. Dogs are creatures of habit and also extremely observant. Being social, dogs tend to "tell us" whenever there is a change in the environment. The article goes on to say that dogs are keen observers of cues which we are unaware we are even sending. It is not what we say, it is how we act and probably how we smell. We still have a lot to learn about what dogs really think, but it is likely that dogs understand us better than we understand them. But do our dogs ALL unconditionally love us? Probably not. Just because we are people some of us confound and confuse our dogs but they just hang in there, however, some dogs have a stronger bond with their people than others. Barb Mooney Just arrived home from the Ann Arbor Kennel Club shows in Monroe MI. What a beautiful site to have a dog show. Went with my friend, Karen Lause (who is the proud owner of my Cherryhill boy, Korrie), and neither of us have ever been to this show before. But it won't be the last time. Only negative thing that happen to me was the loss of one of my Cabalas chairs. Left it at ringside for the following day! My fault. Saturday, under judge Mr. Jamie Hubbard, started with my boy, Kacey, going Open Dog out of 5 dogs in the class; his littermate Korrie took 3rd place. Kacey went on to win Reserve. My girl, Becca went 3rd in her class of 7 bitches. Sunday, under judge. William R. Russell, was a better day - especially for Becca. She won Open Bitch out of 7 and on to Winners Bitch for a 3 pt. major. She then went on to Best of Winners. Kacey went 2nd with his brother Korrie getting 3rd out of 6 dogs showing in Open Dog. Kacey again went Reserve (he has become my Reserve King!!). This is Becca's second major and she only needs 4 single points to finish her CH. Boy was she "on" today! She has a most gorgeous gait and can easily rule the ring! Both were shown to perfection by Sara Armstrong who is actually a Gordon Setter breeder and handler. Sara had never met my dogs under Saturday about 45 minutes before going in to the ring. She did a super job with both of my 'kids'. Thank you so much Sara. Becca (Cherryhill Moon & Stars), Kacey (Cherryhill Hunter's Moon), and Korrie (Cherryhill Over The Moon) are all out of my CH Rockherin American Classic (Kari) and CH Courtwood Seeker (Harry). They were bred by Ed, me, Katherine Wheatley and Debra Davis. As a footnote, Debbie's boy, Orchard Farm N Silkroad Fletch went Winners Dog today for a major too. Dan Graham Ann and I had dinner last night at a place that would be perfect for our meetings up this way. Hollywood Diner has redecorated and revised their menu (pasta is their Thurs. special) they have a side room that can be reserved for meetings and they don t close till 11PM on weekdays. It is much quieter and way cleaner than Logan s. Anyway, we reserved the room for September. Hollywood Diner is at the Corunna Rd. Exit off I-75 just NE of the corner. Hollywood Diner G3366 Corunna Rd Flint, MI August News and Views 5

6 M EMBER C O N T R I B U T I O N S ( C O N T I N U E D ) Jackie Shelest With the hot summer we have had I thought that this article was a good thing to have on hand. This article was published on Setters-L with permission to cross post/distribute by Elaine Starry. What is heatstroke? Dog Heatstroke Survival Guide Know how to treat and prevent this dangerous condition Robert Newman In simple terms, heatstroke occurs when a dog loses its natural ability to regulate its body temperature. Dogs don't sweat all over their bodies the way humans do. Canine body temperature is primarily regulated through respiration (i.e., panting). If a dog's respiratory tract cannot evacuate heat quickly enough, heatstroke can occur. To know whether or not your dog is suffering from heatstroke (as opposed to merely heat exposure), it's important to know the signs of heatstroke. A dog's normal resting temperature is about to degrees Fahrenheit. Once a dog's temperature rises above 105 degrees, physiological changes start to take place, and the dog begins to experience the effects of heatstroke. At 106 to 108 degrees, the dog begins to suffer irreversible damage to the kidneys, liver, gastrointestinal tract, heart and brain. If a dog is experiencing heatstroke, you may observe excessive panting; hyperventilation; increased salivation; dry gums that become pale, grayish and tacky; rapid or erratic pulse; weakness; confusion; inattention; vomiting; diarrhea; and possible rectal bleeding. If the dog continues to overheat, breathing efforts become slowed or absent, and finally, seizures or coma can occur. The amount of damage a dog sustains when stricken with heatstroke depends on the magnitude and duration of the exposure. The longer and more severe the exposure, the worse the damage will be. What to do Pay attention to your dog. Recognizing the symptoms of heatstroke and responding quickly is essential for the best possible outcome. Get into the shade. If you think your dog is suffering from heatstroke, move it into a shaded area and out of direct sunlight. Apply cool water to the inner thighs and stomach of the dog, where there's a higher concentration of relatively superficial, large blood vessels. Apply cool water to the foot pads, as well. Use running water. A faucet or hose is the best way to wet down your dog's body. Never submerge your dog in water, such as in a pool or tub - this could cool the dog too rapidly, leading to further complications, including cardiac arrest and bloating. Use cool - not cold - water. Many people make the mistake of using cold water or ice to cool the dog. When faced with a dog suffering from heatstroke, remember that the goal is to cool the dog. Using ice or extremely cold water is actually counterproductive to this process because ice and cold water cause the blood vessels to constrict, which slows blood flow, thus slowing the cooling process. Don't cover the dog. One of the keys to successfully cooling your dog is ensuring the water being placed on the dog can evaporate. Never cover an overheated dog with a wet towel or blanket. This inhibits evaporation and creates a sauna effect around your dog's body. Likewise, don't wet the dog down and put it into an enclosed area, such as a kennel. Any air flow during the cooling process is helpful in reducing the dog's body temperature. Sitting with the wet dog in a running car with the air conditioner blowing is an ideal cooling situation. Keep the dog moving. It's important to try to encourage your dog to stand or walk slowly as it cools down. This is because the circulating blood tends to pool in certain areas if the dog is lying down, thus preventing the cooled blood from circulating back to the core. Allow the dog to drink small amounts of water. Cooling the dog is the first priority. Hydration is the next. Don't allow the dog to gulp water. Instead, offer small amounts of water that's cool, but not cold. If the dog drinks too much water too rapidly, it could lead to vomiting or bloat. Avoid giving human performance drinks. Performance beverages designed for humans are not recommended because they are not formulated with the canine's physiology in mind. If you can't get an overheated dog to drink water, try offering chicken- or beefbased broths. August News and Views 6

7 Dog Heatstroke Survival Guide (continued) See a veterinarian Once your dog's temperature begins to drop, cease the cooling efforts and bring the dog to a veterinarian as soon as possible. Your dog's temperature should be allowed to slowly return to normal once cooling has begun. A dog that's cooled too quickly may become hypothermic. Even if your dog appears to be fully recovered, the veterinarian needs to check to determine if the heatstroke caused any damage to your dog's kidneys and liver. The effects of heatstroke can continue for 48 to 72 hours longer, even if your dog appears normal. William Grant, DVM, a veterinarian for 20 years and former president of the Southern California Veterinary Medical Association, has treated hundreds of cases of heatstroke, ranging from mild to fatal. According to Grant, the most common cause of death following heatstroke is disseminated intravascular coagulopathy (blood coagulating throughout the body), or DIC, which can occur hours or days after the heatstroke episode. DIC can also be caused by pyometra or septicemia, but Grant says heatstroke is the most common cause. "Once a dog develops DIC, it may bleed in the thorax, abdomen, nose and intestine," Grant says. "Once the blood-clotting factors are consumed, there is an inability of the blood vessels to prevent leaking; the condition is almost always fatal." For this reason, follow-up veterinary care is essential following a heatstroke episode, even if your dog seems to be completely fine. Prevention is the best medicine. The best treatment for heatstroke is prevention. Especially during the summer months, it's essential to be aware of the potential for heatstroke. Knowing the signs of heatstroke, and taking the necessary steps to prevent it, will ensure your dog can have a safe and active life year-round. IN M E M O R I U M - A T R I B U T E TO OUR S P E C I A L C O M P A N I O N S W H O W I L L N E V E R BE F O R G O T T E N No memorials were submitted for this newsletter. Please submit the wonderful memories of your beloved companions so that we may share in those memories with you. I S C M C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S ISCM CLUB MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, :00 P.M. HOLLYWOOD DINER, G3366 CORUNNA RD, FLINT, MI THE HOLLYWOOD DINER IS AT THE CORUNNA RD. EXIT OFF I-75 JUST NE OF THE CORNER. ISCM SPECIALTY WAYNE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS,10871 QUIRK RD, BELLEVILLE, MI 9/24/11 & 9/25/11 ISCM HUNT TEST HIGHLAND RECREATION AREA, SILO FIELD TRAIL AREA 10/8/11 August News and Views 7

8 D ID Y OU K NOW...? We thought we would test a new column as a way of keeping us in touch with members, news items, dog related facts, etc. Did you know that Sharon Rice would love to hear from club members. She is struggling with cancer and we need to keep the Zen going for her. She can be reached at: Ms. Sharon Rice, Guardian Apartments, 520 Logan Street, Apt.#318, Helena, MI 59601, - Rices@umich.edu, Did you know that Debbie Davis badly burned the fingers on her right hand with extremely hot bacon grease. She is up and about but suffering with pain and it is her right hand!!! Camping can be hazardous to one's health! Did you know that the club holds an annual puppy/adult match for dogs with no major points. IMPORTANT PICTORIAL UPDATE Many ISCA members have not responded to the pictorial page proofs that were sent out last month. PLEASE make sure you look over your proofs and respond to me ASAP. PLEASE if you have already responded to a pedigree page proof, DO NOT respond again, or me to make sure I have received your original response. At this point due to the fact that the membership had been informed they could edit their text I am going to send a second set of page proofs to these people. IF YOU RESPONDED TO YOUR PAGE WITH AN "OK" YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A SECOND PROOF. Thank you for your patience. Cathy Hill ISCA Pictorial chill@nyc.rr.com ISCM ANNUAL PUPPY/ADULT MATCH MARY LATURIE I.S.C.M. puppy match was held Sunday, August 14th At the home of Rich and Karen Lynch. The day started off pretty foggy and misty. The sun did come out and it turned out to be a lovely day. Not a big turnout, but we had fun. The lunch was great. Thanks Rich for grilling the burgers and chicken. As always the food was wonderful. Thanks to everyone that participated. Sweepstakes: Judge: Belinda Booth Puppy Dog 6-9 months 1. Gates - Katherine Wheatley, Debra Davis, Suzie Schafer Puppy Dog 9-12 months 1. Flynn - Sue Roudebush Puppy Bitch 6-9 months 1. Nellie - Eileen Blackmer, Debra Davis Best in Sweepstakes - Gates Best of Opposite Sex in Sweepstakes - Nellie Regular Classes Judge: Cathy Rzepka Puppy Dog 6-9 months 1. Gates - Katherine Wheatley, Debra Davis, Suzie Schafer Puppy Dog 9-12 months 1. Flynn - Sue Roudebush Puppy Bitch 6-9 months 1. Nellie - Eileen Blackmer, Debra Davis Best of Breed Puppy - Gates Best of Opposite Sex Puppy - Nellie Novice Dog 1. Simon- Gail and Barbara Riegle Open Bitch 1. Maeve - Gail and Barbara Riegle Best of Breed Adult - Simone Best of Opposite Sex Adult - Maeve August News and Views 8

9 IRISH SETTER CLUB OF MICHIGAN MINUTES Sunday, August 14, :45 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER Call to order by President, Martina Friedberg at Karen & Rich Lynch's home at Dixboro, South Lyon, Michigan, Sunday, August 14, 2011 at 12:45 p.m. II. ROLL CALL Dave Schafer, John Grill, Mary Grill, Karen Lynch, Rich Lynch, Debbie Davis, Ken Davis, Martina Friedeberg, Janet Parker, Barb Riegle, Gail Riegle, Jackie Shelest, Lynne Macchio, Sue Roudebush, Mary Laturie, Belinda Booth, Carol Lebtich III. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES Motion to approve the minutes Debbie Davis, Seconded Belinda Booth. Minutes approved. IV. REPORTS Secretary Report Jackie Shelest Submitted correspondence to President Martina Friedeberg for discussion by the club regarding AKC Club Outreach Program. After discussion, a motion was made and unanimously approved for ISCM to participate with the AKC Club Outreach Program by placing a link on our web site linking to AKC's web site for the AKC Outreach Program. Treasurer s Report Paul Martini/Martina Friedeberg Paul distributed the register report and finance statement through Martina as he was not able to attend the meeting. Obedience Report Dan Graham/Martina Friedeberg Dan reported that both he and Paul Martini have been doing well with their dogs. He was unable to attend the meeting as both he and Ann were at an obedience match. Education Report - Barb Popyk/Debbie Davis/Martina Friedeberg Debbie Davis reported on the Sporting Dog Judges Seminar report. The event was held Saturday, June 25 at Metamora and was a success with twelve judges attending. We received good reviews from all the judges. This event meets our clubs education requirement. Cards and Flowers Toni Whipple/Martina Friedeberg Toni reported to Martina that she sent a get well card to Barb Mooney as she broke her kneecap after a fall. She also sent cards to Sharon Rice (get well) and Belinda Booth (sympathy for grandmother). News and Views Report Barb Riegle Barb reported that she would like more input from the membership for the News and Views. She shared with everyone that she is planning to add a column "Did you know... " to keep everyone informed about what is happening with the membership. Please be sure to let her know of any important news. Rescue Committee Report Ann Graham/Martina Friedberg Martina said that Dan and Ann Graham reported that 11 year old Cassidy Collins asked for donations to our Irish Setter Rescue instead of presents for herself. What a great kid! Her family has a rescue from our club. Later in July she and her family came for a visit to see the puppies and to deliver nearly $300 worth of food and money to the club. A big thank you goes out to Cassidy and her family for their generosity and love for the welfare of the Irish Setter. Also, Debbie Davis placed a dog and sent $75 donation to rescue. The lovely male "Atty" who was in rescue was placed with a nice couple in Western New York who have had Irish "forever". They are flat nuts about him! There are no Irish in Rescue currently. The senior home Joan Toy is in is looking for a new dog, preferably another Irish. Contact Gloria at if you have a candidate Field Report Janet Parker Janet reminded everyone that the fall Hunt Test will be held on October 8th and Jackie Shelest is the secretary. Debbie Davis said she would run the kitchen for the event. Janet requested that other members please plan to attend to help out in other ways. Janet informed the club of the status of the National Field Trial/Hunt Test in There was some discussion about whether or not our club would like to bid on the National Field Trial/Hunt Test in Unfortunately, our club was unable to obtain suitable grounds in a quickly enough to place a bid for the 2012 event. So it will be held in Wisconsin, very close to the location where the national was held last year. She will continue to try to find a suitable location for future events. Membership Report Vicki Castiglione/Martina Friedeberg Debbie Davis has sponsored a new member, her name is Eileen Blackmer. She has submitted a family membership for Eileen, Fred and their son William Blackmer. There was a first reading of this membership and a vote will occur at the September meeting. Special Events Report Mary Laturie Nothing to report. Show Chair Report Martina Friedberg Martina Friedeberg said that everything has been approved for the Specialty. We are looking for people to help with hospitality, raffle, grounds, setup on Friday, etc. Please contact Martina if you are able to help in any area. Martina and Jackie Shelest will be ring stewards for the breed ring. August News and Views 9

10 8/14/11 ISCM Minutes (continued) Dan Graham will be take charge of the judges hospitality. Karol Sutherland has volunteered to be the obedience ring steward. Awards and Trophies- Karen Lynch Karen shared a few examples of the awards for our Specialty. Some of the items are toys, embroidered towels and gift cards. Any and all donations will be gratefully accepted. Raffle - Barb Popyk/Martina Friedeberg Martina said that Barb is looking for donations for the raffle. Please contact Barb and let her know what you will be donating so that it can be placed in the catalog, but she will take donations the day of the event it just won't be published in the catalog. Hospitality-Belinda Booth Belinda reported that they are planning to have fried chicken and red skin potatoes as the main course items. She is requesting donations of food or money, please contact her directly to discuss what is needed. Responsible Dog Ownership Day-Barb Popyk/Martina Friedeberg Martina said she would contact Barb to ask her what is planned for this event at our Specialty. Catalog-Martina Friedeberg Martina said that we will be having a Patrons and Memorial page in our catalog. One dollar per line. Please get the information to Jan Ruggles as soon as possible. Site-Toni Whipple/Martina Friedeberg Martina reported for Toni that she would check the site the day prior to event to ensure that the area is mowed and ready for our Specialty. Toni said she would bring coolers of water again this year. V. OLD BUSINESS There was discussion about the Sharon M. Shafer memorial. It was determined that this should remain as old business and further discussion at a later date. VI. NEW BUSINESS Officer and Board Seat Nominations Nominations of Officers. The following slate of officers has been presented: President - Martina Friedeberg Vice President - Debbie Davis Treasurer - Paul Martini Secretary - Jackie Shelest Nominations for Directors at large for the Board (two seats available) Susan Schafer Barb Popyk Mary Laturie (declined) The membership will vote at the September meeting. VII. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn made by Debbie Davis. Seconded Dave Schafer. Meeting adjourned at 2:35 p.m. BOARD MEETING CALL TO ORDER Board meeting called to order by Martina Friedberg at 2:35 p.m. I. Old Business Bills payable - Karen Lynch will send Paul Martini the invoice for the meat for the Puppy Match lunch. II. New Business Oakland County has requested that we have a supported entry again this year at their event. A motion was made and unanimously passed to have supported entries for Saturday and Sunday only. III. ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn at 2:40 p.m. Motion by Debbie Davis. Seconded by Karen Lynch. Hey Members - do you have a memorial, a brag, or an article that you would like to share with other members? Here is your chance. Please contact Barbara Riegle at or via barbara.riegle@comcast.net. We would love to have your information included in the News and Views. Getting ready for the ISCM Specialty September 24 & 25 at Wayne County Fairgrounds. August News and Views 10

11 Barbara Riegle Editor, News & Views 4875 Country Drive Okemos MI Home: The Editor reserves the right to edit any material submitted. Jackie Shelest Publisher, News & Views S Bridger Road Perry MI jshelest@tds.net Cell: ISCM OFFICERS President Martina Friedeberg 511 Carter Road Midland, Michigan mjfriedeberg@aol.com Vice President Barbara Popyk 159 Pilgrim Avenue Birmingham, Michigan bpopyk@comcast.net Treasurer Paul Martini 851 County Farm Road Howell, Michigan paul.martini@sbcglobal.net Secretary Jackie Shelest S Bridger Road Perry, Michigan jshelest@tds.net ISCM BOARD MEMBERS Board of Directors Expires 2014 Dan Graham Vickie Castiglione Board Terms Expiring 2013 Toni Whipple Karen Lynch Board Terms Expiring 2011 Debbie Davis Mary Laturie COMMITTEE CONTACTS Breed Rescue Dan & Ann Graham 6206 Scott Road Mount Morris, Michigan butternutck@gateway.net Breeder Referral Martina Friedeberg 1511 Carter Road Midland, Michigan mjfriedeberg@aol.com Special Events Chairperson Marie Laturie PO Box 176 Gregory, Michigan windbrookkennels@yahoo.com Membership Chairperson Vickie Castiglione Engel Utica, Michigan vickiecast@wowway.com COMMITTEE CONTACTS Public Education Coordinator Barb Popyk 159 Pilgrim Avenue Birmingham, Michigan bpopyk@comcast.net Newsletter Editor Barbara Riegle 4875 Country Dr. Okemos, MI barbara.riegle@comcast.net Show Chairperson David Schafer 5593 Mandale Drive Troy, Michigan dschafer8@gmail.com Field Chairperson Janet Parker 1511 Carter Road Midland, Michigan Cards & Flowers Chairperson Toni Whipple Burr Street Taylor, Michigan redwhip@wowway.com Obedience Chairpersons Dan Graham 6206 Scott Road Mount Morris, Michigan butternutck@gateway.net Karen Lynch Dixboro South Lyon, Michigan klynch101@yahoo.com Show Trophies & Awards Chairperson Karen Lynch Dixboro South Lyon, Michigan klynch101@yahoo.com Annual Awards Chairpersons Barb Popyk 159 Pilgrim Avenue Birmingham, Michigan bpopyk@comcast.net Toni Whipple Burr Street Taylor, Michigan redwhip@wowway.com August News and Views 11