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1 AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB RULES & REGULATIONS GOVERN THESE EVENTS. Entries close at the Superintendent s Office 12:00PM PDT, Wednesday, May 14, 2014, After Which Time Entries Cannot Be Accepted, Cancelled or Substituted except as Provided for in Ch. 11, Sec. 6 of the Dog Show Rules or Ch. 1, Sec. 16 of the Obedience Regulations. # Obedience # Rally # Parent Specialty, Junior Showmanship # Sweepstakes # Mo. Puppy Premium List Saluki Club of America Member of the American Kennel Club, Unbenched, Indoors National Specialty, Veteran Sweepstakes, Sweepstakes, Junior Showmanship, Obedience & Rally Trial, 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy June 3 7, 2014 Lure Coursing: Coursing Field, Purina Farms Show and all other activities: Purina Farms Event Center 300 Checkerboard Loop, Gray Summit, Missouri Show Hours each day: 7AM to half hour after completion of judging Tuesday, June 3, 2014 Futurity, Obedience, Rally, Versatility Conformation Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Agility, Veteran Sweepstakes, 4-6 month Beg. Puppy, Sweepstakes Thursday, June 5, 2014 Regular & Non-Regular Single Dog Classes, Junior Showmanship, Triathlon Friday, June 6, 2014 Regular & Non-Regular Single Bitch Classes Saturday, June 7, 2014 Intersex Competition THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION Permission has been granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club Rules and Regulations. James P. Crowley, Secretary ON-SITE EVENT SECRETARY JUDY LOWTHER SERVICES PROVIDED BY BaRay Event Services, Inc. Member: Dog Show Superintendents Association P.O. Box 4090, Sequim, WA OFFICE HOURS 9AM-5PM MON.-FRI. Hand-Delivered, Express or Priority, FedEx, UPS or Airborne: 203 S. 4th Ave., Sequim, WA FAX dogshows@barayevents.com Web site: BaRayEvents.com Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 1

2 OFFICERS OF THE SALUKI CLUB OF AMERICA President... Gary Roush Vice President... Linda Scanlon Treasurer... Kathryn E. Souder Recording Secretary... Debbie Feliciano Corresponding Secretary... Jane Taylor 1394 Tally Ho Lane, Norco, CA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Kevin Carlson, Catherine Comroe, Brian Duggan, Jay Kappmeier, Sharon Furlong AKC Delegate Monica Henderson Stoner SHOW COMMITTEE Donna Kappmeier, Show Chair 232 Larimore Valley Dr., Wildwood. MO Jay Kappmeier Assistant Show Chair Celeste Johnson Agility Trials All SCOA officers and members of the board of directors Announcer...Michael Bell Camping...Dennis Schmidt Catalog Ads... Amy Charles Catalog Sales... Carol Fisher Central Reservations...Susan Schroeder Costume Contest... Karen Magee Desert Bred Exhibition...Susan Schroeder Top 20...Kevin & Dawn Carlson Futurity...Sharon Walls Grounds... Gary Roush Hospitality Events... Stephanie Gamble Judges Education...Diane Divin/Linda Scanlon Judge Hospitality...Jay Kappmeier Junior Activities...Bob & Karen Frost Live Auction... Frances Zeller Lurecourse Master...Tom Cigolle Seminar...Monica Stoner Publicity...Nancy Leising Trophy Selection...Donna Kappmeier Triathlon...Anna Meszaros Trophy Donations...Wendy Duggan Vendor Booths... Patsy Hoy Website... SCOA Webmasters SCOA/STOLA Raffle...Fiona Bennett Versatility Conformation...MaryAnn Lillemo Health Clinic... Caroline Coile 4-6 Month Puppy... MaryAnn Lillemo Electronics... Don Magee Decorations... Jennifer Fox Set-Up Reservations... Ray George Canine Good Citizen...Jeanette Ringer, Katie Souder The Saluki Club of America retains all rights to photograph or videotape by any means, and televise or reproduce these events in any way, now and in the future. The Show Chairperson and Members of their households may not enter, show or handle at an SCOA event they are chairing. OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER Warren & Vicky Cook P.O. Box 215, Eagle Point, OR OFFICIAL VIDEOGRAPHER Purebred Studios Pebble Beach, California...PurebredStudios.com VETERINARIAN (ON CALL) or (after hours emergency) Dr. William Jones (7:00 am - 6:00 pm) Animal Emergency Clinic (after 6:00 pm) 450 Flier Dr., Pacific, MO Big Bend Rd., St. Louis, MO Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

3 JUDGES Mrs. Starr White (92320) Melville St., Elora, ON N0B 1S0 Canada All Specialty Classes Mrs. Linda Scanlon (2793)... PO Box 4559, Eagle, CO Junior Showmanship Competition, Obedience & Rally Mrs. Kathy Morton Stow Road, Ashville, NY Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes OTHER NATIONAL EVENTS AND CONTACT INFORMATION Separate Entry Forms DO NOT SEND ENTRIES FOR THESE EVENTS TO BARAY FUTURITY: For information and entries, contact Futurity Secretary - Sharon Walls, 100 Wrangler Road, Reno, NV For more information see futurity@salukiclub.org. Online entries accepted with PayPal payment via the SCOA website online entry form TRIATHLON CONFORMATION EVENT: For information and entries, contact Triathlon Chair, Anna Meszaros at wndworship@zoominternet.net. Entry blank is on page 17 in this premium list. VERSATILITY CONFORMATION EVENT: Participants must first fit the qualification set forth on the Saluki Club of America Website for a Versatile Saluki. The paperwork to qualify for this award as well as to enter the competition must be completed and received by the chair prior to the deadline of entry May 14, For information and entries, contact Versatility Chair, MaryAnn Lillemo, malillemo@att.net. Entry blank is on page 19 in this premium list. FOUR-TO-SIX MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY COMPETITION: Judge: Mr. Robert Frost. Contact person: MaryAnn Lillemo, 2753 Holly Hills Lane, Cameron Park, CA or malillemo@att.net. See more information on page 7 in this premium list. AGILITY TRIAL: Chair, Celeste Johnson celestemary@juno.com. For Premium List and Entry Blank, contact Carolyn Johnson, Lab Tested Secretary Services, 632 N Forest Ave., Webster Groves, MO (314) / (314) carolyn.johnson@labtestedsecretary.com ENTRY FEES Includes AKC Fees, where applicable CONFORMATION First entry of each dog... $36.00 Additional entry of same dog, unless otherwise specified...$26.00 Puppy Class (6-9 Months & 9-12 Month Only)...$26.00 First entry in Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, or Brace Unit...$26.00 Additional Entry in Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, or Brace Unit...$26.00 Brace entries MUST be submitted together in same envelope, fax, or online Sweepstakes (dogs MUST be entered in another class at this show)...$26.00 Veteran Sweepstakes (dogs NEED NOT be entered in another class)...$26.00 Junior Showmanship Only, or as Additional Entry...$16.00 OBEDIENCE & RALLY Jump height MUST be indicated on applicable classes First entry of each dog... $36.00 Additional entry of same dog...$26.00 Third entry of same dog...$16.00 Transfers will be accepted according to AKC Obedience Regulations. The building opens to exhibitors at 6:00 am and closes at 6:00 pm each day. The building is locked at 10:00 pm so please remember to remove your dogs and essential belongings before the building is locked. If you wish to leave your dogs overnight, there is a separate charge for security. Arrangements must be made in advance and the exhibitor is responsible for the additional cost! Contact the Show Chair at djkappmeier@earthlink.net before the show closing date of May 14, 2014 for help in making arrangements. Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 3

4 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE TUES. June 3 WED. June 4 THURS. June 5 FRI. June 6 SAT. June 7 The Checkerboard Café is open every day at 7:00 am for breakfast and lunch. ASFA Lure Coursing at Purina Coursing Field. See judging program for actual times. Vendors may begin setting up at 12:00 noon. Exhibitor Set-up begins at 12:00. Reserved spaces will have names on them, other set up space is available for the duration of the show on a first come, first served basis. Please see set-up and ringside rules. NO X-Pens will be allowed except in the set-up area and all crates must be either in the set up area or the designated day crating area and must have a towel or mat under each crate. Dogs may be at ringside on leash with appropriate size mat or bed. Futurity will begin at approximately 1:00 pm in the designated ring with Obedience and Rally in separate rings. Versatility Conformation Competition will follow Obedience and Rally. Ground floor ring area closes at 6:00 pm or at completion of judging so Purina can reconfigure rings. Seminar is scheduled for 7:00 pm in the Founders Room (upstairs). Reserved RV Parking continues until complete see Dennis Schmidt (contact info, Page 21). AKC Lure Coursing Trial at the Purina Coursing Field. Announcements are made before classes begin each day. Agility will begin in the Great Hall. Agility equipment will remain and that ring will be offlimits for everyone after the Agility trial is complete. Veterans Sweepstakes will be judged in the Main Ring with Puppy Sweeps to follow. Beginner Puppy (4 to 6 months) will be judged in the same ring during lunch break.. Junior Handlers will have a short hands-on clinic followed by a Pizza Party. Time to be announced. Saluki Health Clinic to be held in or near the Service Center building. Welcome to Missouri Event begins after judging. Desert Bred Exhibition and Costume contest during event. AKC JC/QC Test A and Test B will be held at the Coursing Field. See Tom Cigolle for further information (contact info, Page 8). Junior Showmanship, Dog Classes and Triathlon Conformation Competition will be held on Thursday. Lunch at Judges discretion. SCOA Annual Meeting in the Founders Room (second floor) one hour after judging. SCOA Board of Directors meeting in Founders Room after Annual Membership Meeting. Bitch Classes will be judged in the main ring. Lunch at judge s discretion. Award Announcements after Bitch Classes. Puppy/Fun runs on Maintenance Hill (outside main bldg.) during Lunch. See Tom Cigolle for further details (contact info, Page 8). Top 20 Exhibit after completion of Judging. Wine and Cheese Social begins after Top 20 Live auction and SCOA/STOLA Raffle. Time depending on number of entries. Building is closed to public after judging and to party-goers after 9:30 pm. Judges Education during judging. Stud Dog, Brood Bitch and Brace Classes. Best of Breed Competition. Best Bred-By-Exhibitor and Best Puppy. Building closes at 6:00 pm or 30 minutes after completion of judging and pictures. Photographer takes final pictures. 4 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

5 CLASSIFICATION Regular Classes PUPPY DOGS (6 mos. & under 9 mos.) PUPPY BITCHES (6 mos. & under 9 mos.) PUPPY DOGS (9 mos. & under 12 mos.) PUPPY BITCHES (9 mos. & under 12 mos.) DOGS (12 mos. & under 15 mos.) BITCHES (12 mos. & under 15 mos.) DOGS (15 mos. & under 18 mos.) BITCHES (15 mos. & under 18 mos.) NOVICE DOGS NOVICE BITCHES AMATEUR-OWNER-HANDLER DOGS AMATEUR-OWNER-HANDLER BITCHES BRED BY EXHIBITOR DOGS BRED BY EXHIBITOR BITCHES AMERICAN BRED DOGS AMERICAN BRED BITCHES OPEN DOGS OPEN BITCHES WINNERS DOG WINNERS BITCH Non-Regular Classes Involving Single Dog Entries Veteran Dogs (7 Yrs. & under 10 Yrs.) Veteran Bitches (7 Yrs. & under 10 Yrs.) Veteran Dogs (10 Yrs.& under 12 Yrs.) Veteran Bitches (10 Yrs. & under 12 Yrs.) veteran Dogs (12 Yrs. and Older) Veteran Bitches (12 Yrs. and Older) Note: Castrated Dogs and Spayed Bitches are eligible for Veteran Classes at independent specialties and by virtue of winning the class, may compete for Best of Breed. Coursing Class Dogs Coursing Class Bitches For dogs and bitches that are AKC registered and are confirmed lure coursing champions or open field coursing champions. Titles may be from any recognized coursing organization. NOTE: Exhibitor MUST supply proof of eligibility for the class with entry. A copy of the certificate awarding the title or a copy of the ENTIRE PAGE from either the AKC Awards or FAN magazine publishing the title will be accepted as proof and MUST accompany the entry form. Dogs & Bitches will not be entered into this class without proof of title accompanying the entry form. First place winners are eligible for Best of Breed competition provided all AKC eligibility and requirements have been met. Best of Breed Competition: The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed (Variety) Competition: Dogs that are Champions of Record and dogs which according to their owner's records, have completed the requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed. The showing of unconfirmed champions in Best of Breed (Variety) Competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the dog completed the requirements for a championship. AKC Selects for GCH points will be chosen following Best of Breed. SCOA has opted into AKC s rule in chapter 16, Section 1 of Rules Applying to Dog Shows concerning Points for Reserve Available. At the National Specialty the dog designated Reserve Winners Dog and the bitch designated Reserve Winners Bitch will be awarded a three-point major, provided that the number of dogs competing in the regular classes of the Reserve Winner s sex totals at least twice the number required for a five point major, in the region in which the event is held. Award of Merit: Select Dog and Select Bitch are recognized as the top quality of their sex after BOB and BOS have been awarded. As an Award of Merit is a club award and the Select is an official award of the AKC, the Select is of GREATER precedence than the Award of Merit. Awards of Merit are for those Salukis considered for Best of Breed or Best of Opposite Sex, and are chosen after the Select Dog and Select Bitch. Winners Dog or Winners Bitch are eligible, along with all other Salukis which, in the opinion of the judge, would, on another day, achieve Best of Breed or Best Opposite Sex to Best of Breed. SCOA offers a maximum of ten Awards of Merit, of which the Judge may award all, some, or none. Best from the Bred by Exhibitor Classes: After Best of Breed is chosen, the winners of Bred By Exhibitor Dog and Bred By Exhibitor Bitch compete for Best Bred by Exhibitor. If Best of Winners is from the Bred by Exhibitor class, that entry is automatically Best Bred by Exhibitor. Best Puppy from the Regular Puppy Classes: After Best of Breed is chosen, the winners of Puppy Dog 6-9 months, Puppy Dog 9-12 months, Puppy Bitch 6-9 months, and Puppy Bitch 9-12 months compete for Best Puppy. If the entry has been defeated by another puppy (Winners or Reserve), the entry is not eligible to compete for Best Puppy. If Best of Winners is from either the 6-9 month or 9-12 month class, that entry is automatically Best Puppy. Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 5

6 Non-Regular ClasSes (Involving Multiple Dog Entries) Note: As the judge s decision in these classes will be based on the merits of more than one dog, no one of the dogs making up the entry judged first in the class will be eligible to compete for Best of Breed by virtue of having won the class. Ch. 11, Sec. 8 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows provides that a castrated male may be entered as a Stud Dog in the Stud Dog Class and a spayed bitch may be entered as a Brood Bitch in the Brood Bitch Class. Stud Dog Class: For Stud Dogs and two to four of their Get. Stud Dog must be entered in the Stud Dog Class and must be shown in the ring with their get. The owner of the stud dog need not necessarily be owner of the get. While the merits of the stud dog are not to be considered in the placement of the entry, the stud dog must be examined to determine if it has a condition that would require its disqualification or excusal under the Dog Show Rules, AKC policy, or the standard of the breed. Get must be entered in a regular class, Best of Breed Competition, or some other Non-Regular class. Brood Bitch Class: For Brood Bitches and two to four of their Produce. Brood Bitch must be entered in the Brood Bitch Class and must be shown in the ring with their Produce. The owner of the brood bitch need not necessarily be owner of the produce. While the merits of the brood bitch are not to be considered in the placement of the entry, the brood bitch must be examined to determine if it has a condition that would require its disqualification or excusal under the Dog Show Rules, AKC policy, or the standard of the breed. Produce must be entered in a regular class, Best of Breed Competition, or some other Non-Regular class. Brace Class: Two dogs, performing in unison, and presented by a maximum of two handlers. Both dogs competing in the brace class must have at least one common owner. Dogs do not need to be entered in any other class. Dogs comprising a Brace Class must be named at the time of entry, and full particulars must be given for each dog on individual entry forms. If a dog which is to be part of a Brace is not entered in another class, it must be entered for Brace Class only. An entry form for a dog entered in another class and entered as part of a Brace must be marked accordingly in the space provided for additional classes as Brace Class. OBEDIENCE TRIAL CLASSES Jump Height must be indicated on applicable Obedience classes REGULAR CLASSES Novice Class A Novice Class B Open Class A Open Class B Utility Class A Utility Class B OPTIONAL TITLING CLASSES Beginner Novice A Beginner Novice B Graduate Novice Graduate Open NON-REGULAR CLASSES Novice WildCard Open WildCard Utility WildCard Veteran RALLY TRIAL CLASSES RALLY RING WILL BE 40 X 60 Jump Height must be indicated on applicable Rally classes REGULAR CLASSS Novice A Novice B Advanced A Advanced B Excellent A Excellent B OBEDIENCE & RALLY EXHIBITORS: TRANSFERS WILL BE ACCEPTED ACCORDING TO CH. 1, SEC. 16, OBEDIENCE REGULATIONS. Bitches in season will receive a refund, minus a $10.00 administration fee. 6 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

7 JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP COMPETITION NOVICE CLASS: For boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who at the time entries close have not won three (3) first place awards, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. OPEN CLASS: For boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show, and who have won three first place awards in a Novice Class in a licensed or member show, with competition present in the Novice class. Juniors which according to their records have completed the requirements to compete in the Open class but whose status is unconfirmed by the American Kennel Club are limited to competing in the Open Class for a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the Junior completed the requirements according to their records. MASTER CLASS: This class will be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years on the day of the show, and who have won the 10 first place wins in an Open class with competition to be eligible to enter the Limited Class Competition. The calendar for this class will be November 1 - October 31 of the following year. All Juniors meeting the criteria for this class are required to enter the Master Class and may change their entry the day of the show if entries have already closed. Once the eligibility time frame for that year has passed all participants return to the Open Class to compete for the following year. NOTICE: Junior Handlers must include their AKC JUNIOR HANDLER NUMBER on each entry. You may obtain your junior identification number by calling the AKC, Judges Education Department, (919) BE SURE ALL INFORMATION for Junior Showmanship Classes is entered on front and back of entry form. Juniors Handling Clinic Bob Frost will present a short hands-on handling clinic on Wednesday, June 4th. Meet outside the main ring. Time will be announced after the 4 6 mo puppy judging at lunch time. Pizza and soft drinks will be offered after the clinic.. SPECIAL ATTRACTION FOUR-TO-SIX MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY COMPETITION Judge: Mr. Robert Frost (5376) 1826 W 400 N., Greenfield, IN The Four-to-Six Month Puppy competition shall be for Salukis that are four months of age and over but under six months on the day of the event. AKC registration number or an AKC litter number will be required for entries of an AKC recognized breed as listed in Chapter 3, Section 1 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows. A foreign born dog may enter this class if they are registered in the country of origin. All entrants are to be vaccinated (including rabies) in accordance with their veterinarian s protocol. Entries are to be made on an official AKC Entry Blank. Contact person: MaryAnn Lillemo, 2753 Holly Hills Lane, Cameron Park, CA or malillemo@att.net. Cost is $10 per puppy Judging will be held in main show ring on Wednesday, June 4th, during Lunch Break for Sweepstakes ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE MORNING OF THE EVENT DO NOT SEND ENTRIES TO THE SUPERINTENDENT Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 7

8 QUICK INFO FOR ACTIVITIES AGILITY TRIAL Held indoors in the Great Hall, Purina Events Center on Wednesday, June 4th, A copy of the premium list is on the SCOA website. Specific time of trophy presentation is yet to be determined. Scores may be used as a Triathlon component. Trial Secretary is Carolyn M. Johnson, Lab Tested Secretary Services, 632 N. Forest Ave., Webster Groves, MO 63119, Carolyn.johnson@labtestedsecretary.com AKC and ASFA LURE TRIALS CONTACT Tom Cigolle for information, ASFA & AKC Premium Lists and info on other coursing activities. Tom Cigolle Tope Road, New Cumberland, WV 26047, Ph.: X-260 (Work) or tcigolle@aol.com welcome social to be held on Wednesday evening, June 4, 2014, with food provided by the Purina Farms Catering Service. The Desert Bred Exhibition and Costume contest will be held during the social. SCOA/STOLA RAFFLE Friday, June 6, 2014, during the Wine and Cheese the winners will be able to retrieve their prizes. Tickets may be purchased any time between Wednesday June 4 at 9:00 am and 1:30 pm on Friday afternoon. The cutoff time will be strictly enforced to allow time to determine winners. Donations will be accepted by Fiona Bennett. For more information or to volunteer to work on the raffle, contact Fiona Bennett at 3522B Lombardi Drive, Mokelumne Hill, CA alsayad@caltel.com LIVE AUCTION A limited number of select artistic items will be offered for auction on Friday evening during the complementary Wine and Cheese party. Contact Frances Zeller for additional information -- franceszeller@comcast.net CAMPING RESERVATIONS There are two areas for RV parking one is immediately behind the event center with full hook-ups for $30 per night and we also have the overflow RV parking available with access to water and electricity but no actual hook-ups for $10 per night. Contact Dennis Schmidt for additional information and to make camping reservations. Tent camping is NOT allowed by Purina Farms. Reservation form and contact info, is on page 21. CAMPGROUND Additional area campgrounds listing is available on the Purina Farms website CANINE GOOD CITIZEN Limited opportunities during the week - SALUKIS ONLY - Jeanette Ringer, seawindsalukis@cfl.rr.com HEALTH CLINIC Please contact Caroline Coile (CCoile@windstream.net) for information concerning the Saluki Health Clinic. Tentative arrangements have been made for Reproductive Specialist Kathy Rasmussen from the Kansas City Area to set up her clinic at the Specialty. CATALOG ADVERTISING Deadline is April 10, NO EXCEPTIONS - details are on page 18. CATALOG PRE ORDER OR MARKED - See Central Reservations form, Page 15. DESERT BRED EXHIBITION Please contact Susan Schroeder at ashshira@siriusenterprises.com P.O. Box 40, Carbondale, KS, HOSPITALITY To volunteer or for more information please contact Stephanie Gamble, yamadan8@embarqmail.com SEMINAR Please contact Monica Stoner (tsent@ix.netcom.com) for additional information on the Seminar. On Tuesday evening, June 3, 2014 at 7:00 pm, Dr. James Cook will be giving a presentation on Injuries in Performance Dogs in the Founders Room. No reservations are required. NATIVE COSTUME CLASS Bedouin Style prizes offered by Francis Zeller. Enter by the coupon on Central Reservations, Page 15. For more information please contact Karen Magee , salukilover@sbcglobal.net 8 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

9 PIN CONTEST The deadline for the 2015 Pin Contest is 5:00 pm, June 4, Entries to: Carola Butler, 703 Sylvan Drive, Marietta, GA 30066, For information contact Carola at You can mail your entry or hand it to Carola before the deadline. TROPHY DONATIONS AND HUMANE PURSE Donations received by May 14, 2014 will be acknowledged in the catalog. For more information or to donate contact Wendy Duggan at or Donations can also be made on line at specialty/. Any amount will be gratefully accepted. VENDORS COMMERCIAL BOOTH SPACE For reservations and more information please contact - Patsy Hoy BazaarHounds@verizon.net or , P.O. Box 269, Creamery, PA VETERINARIAN (DAY) Dr. William Jones (7:00 am 6:00 pm), 450 Flier Dr., Pacific, MO (636) Call if needed and they will give directions. COMPLIMENTARY WINE AND CHEESE Once again SCOA is pleased to be able to offer an evening of camaraderie and fellowship after judging on Friday, June 6, During the evening you can collect the items you won on the STOLA/SCOA Raffle, bid on a few very special items at the live auction, stroll the vendor area and visit with friends. Wine, food and soft drinks will be provided by the SCOA and a no-host bar will be available for those who prefer other refreshments. TRIATHLON CONFORMATION EVENT, VERSATILITY CONFORMATION EVENT See pages 17 and 19 in this premium list. VETERINARIAN (EMERGENCY) Animal Emergency Clinic (after 6:00 pm), 9937 Big Bend Road, St. Louis, MO (314) Call for driving directions Grooming /Set-up Reservations You can reserve your space in the grooming area for the 5 days of the National with just one form and check. The spaces are 5 x 10 and the area is covered with heavy plastic to minimize damage to the special flooring. Your $20 advance reservation holds your space until you arrive even if you don t arrive until Friday or Saturday.. You will have a place to keep your dogs and your equipment in air-conditioned comfort. Free spaces will be available but on a first come first served basis. You may reserve up to two (2) spaces in advance but you may only claim one free space. Please claim only the space you need. See page 20 for the reservation form. FUTURITY Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at events center great hall Held in conjunction with the Saluki Club of America National Specialty. For more information and detailed rules contact Futurity Secretary, Sharon Walls, 100 Wrangler Road Reno, NV futurity@salukiclub.org FUTURITY JUDGE: Janice Preiss.. FUTURITY PRIZES Best In Futurity Rosette provided by SCOA and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Reserve In Futurity Rosette provided by SCOA and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. All preliminary nominations for the futurity MUST be completed prior to entering an individual. 1. Initial nomination of a litter by the breeder within six weeks of whelping of $30 or late fee of $75 before 31 Mar Individual nominations $25 by four months of age of age or late fee of $35 before March 31, Individual Entries for the 2014 Futurity of $15.00 are due to Sharon Walls on May 1, Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 9

10 ROUTES TO SHOW I-44 FROM EAST OR WEST take Gray Summit exit (Hwy 100 E.) Turn north on Hwy 100 E. Go approximately ½ mile to MM & turn left. There are small Purina signs on the corner. MM is a very winding road. Large vehicles use care. Entrance to the Farm is about 1 mile on the left. There are large security gates. ACCOMMODATIONS PLEASE NOTE - The American Kennel Club and the Saluki Club of America are serious about the need to preserve pet friendly hotels and areas for the future. People who abuse their pet privileges at these hotels are subject to discipline by SCOA and AKC. If you are reported by a hotel for abusing your pet privileges there will be a bench hearing and resultant discipline if the hearing results in a determination that you acted in a manner not in the best interests of Sport. The Host Hotel has a specified exercise area and SCOA provides bags for disposal of pet waste. Host Hotel: The Wildwood Hotel 2801 Fountain Place, Wildwood, MO (636) $89 a night SCOA group rate ask for the Saluki Group to be charged the group rate. There is a nonrefundable $30 pet fee, no more than four dogs per room, guests will be required to sign Pet Expectations letter at check-in. Please make reservations early! Other Hotels The following motels have agreed to accept guests with well-mannered pets. Many require a pet deposit or extra non-refundable pet charge. Contact each motel directly for specific terms and conditions. Check the website at for hotel prices and information updates. Dogs may not be left in rooms unattended Make reservations early as this is a tourist area Holiday Inn (800) or (636) I-44 & Allenton Rd, Eureka MO $35 one-time pet fee Travel Diamond Inn (636) Hwy 100 E & Gray Summit Exit, Villa Ridge MO $25 one time pet fee charge Super 8 (636) Beilser Rd, Washington MO $10 per day / per dog non- refundable pet fee charge 2 dogs per room Super 8 (636) th St, Eureka MO $10.00 per day pet charge mention dog show Budget Lodging (636) S I-44 Outer Rd, St Clair MO $5.00 per pet per day charge 3 dogs per room max Drury Inn & Suites Southwest (800) Drury Inn or (636) I-44 & Hwy Lambert Drury Place, St Louis MO Hampton Inn (636) Lambert Drury Place, St Louis-Peerless Park, MO Comfort Inn (636) Thornton St, I-44 Exit 257, Pacific MO In addition to Purina Farms RV parking, area campgrounds that will accept pets (dogs) are listed separately on the website. Make reservations for Purina Farms RV areas through Dennis Schmidt (contact info, Page 21). 10 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

11 SWEEPSTAKES The Saluki Club of America Sweepstakes is open to all dogs and bitches six (6) months and under eighteen (18) months of age on the day of the Sweepstakes. All entries in the Sweepstakes MUST also be entered in a Regular or Non-Regular Conformation Class and entries must be made at the same time and on the same entry blank, with Sweepstakes marked as an Additional Class. SWEEPSTAKES CLASSIFICATION Sweepstakes Dogs, 6 mos. & under 9 mos. Sweepstakes Bitches, 6 mos. & under 9 mos. Sweepstakes Dogs, 9 mos. & under 12 mos. Sweepstakes Bitches, 9 mos. & under 12 mos. Sweepstakes Dogs, 12 mos. & under 15 mos. Sweepstakes Bitches, 12 mos. & under 15 mos. Sweepstakes Dogs, 15 mos. & under 18 mos. Sweepstakes Bitches, 15 mos. & under 18 mos. Sweepstakes Dogs, 18 mos. & under 24 mos. Sweepstakes Bitches, 18 mos. & under 24 mos. DIVISION OF SWEEPSTAKES FUND 35% of entry fees will be retained by the club for expenses. The remaining 65% in each class becomes the Sweepstakes Fund to be divided among the winners of each class as follows: FIRST PRIZE... 40% SECOND PRIZE... 30% THIRD PRIZE... 20% FOURTH PRIZE... 10% VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES The Saluki Club of America Veteran Sweepstakes is open to all dogs and bitches seven years of age and older on the day of the Veteran Sweepstakes. Entries in the Veteran Sweepstakes need not be entered in any other class at this show. Spayed and neutered Salukis shall be eligible for competition. Judging will be held prior to the Sweepstakes classes. Entries are made by writing Veteran Sweepstakes with age division clearly stated on entry form. VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES CLASSIFICATION Dogs, 7 yrs. & under 10 yrs. Bitches, 7 yrs. & under 10 yrs. Dogs, 10 yrs. & under 12 yrs. Bitches, 10 yrs. & under 12 yrs. Dogs, 12 yrs. & older Bitches, 12 yrs. & older DIVISION OF VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES FUND 35% of entry fees will be retained by the club for expenses. The remaining 65% in each class becomes the Veteran Sweepstakes Fund to be divided among the winners of each class as follows: FIRST PRIZE... 40% SECOND PRIZE... 30% THIRD PRIZE... 20% FOURTH PRIZE... 10% ROSETTE PRIZES CONFORMATION, OBEDIENCE & RALLY The Ribbon Prizes in all Regular Classes will be as follows: First Prize...Blue Rosette Second Prize... Red Rosette Third Prize... Yellow Rosette Fourth Prize... White Rosette Winners... Purple Rosette Reserve Winners...Purple & White Rosette Best of Winners...Blue & White Rosette Best of Breed... Purple & Gold Rosette Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed...Red & White Rosette Selects...Light Blue & White Rosette Award of Merit...Jewel Blue & Deep Gold Rosette Best Bred by Exhibitor...Emerald Rosette Best Puppy...Emerald Rosette Highest Scoring Saluki from the Regular Obedience Classes...Blue & Gold Rosette High Combined Score from Open B & Utility...Blue & Green Rosette Qualifying Score in Obedience or Rally...Dark Green Triple Flat The Rosette Prizes in all Non-Regular Classes will be as follows (Conformation, Sweepstakes, Veteran Sweepstakes, Junior Showmanship First Prize...Rose Rosette Second Prize... Brown Rosette Third Prize... Light Green Rosette Fourth Prize... Gray Rosette Best Junior Handler... Rose and Green Rosette Best in Sweepstakes / Veteran Sweepstakes...Pink and Light Green Rosette Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes / Veteran Sweepstakes... Lavender Rosette Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 11

12 PRIZES OFFERED BY PURINA Saluki Club of America National Specialty Best of Breed - Purina Pro Plan Best In Show Grooming Bag offered by Purina Best of Opposite - Purina Pro Plan Rolling Duffle Bag offered by Purina Select Dog - Purina Pro Plan Fleece Blanket offered by Purina Select Bitch - Purina Pro Plan Fleece Blanket offered by Purina Winners Dog -Purina Pro Plan Barrel Bag and Grooming Towel offered by Purina Winners Bitch - Purina Pro Plan Barrel Bag and Grooming Towel offered by Purina Best in Puppy Sweepstakes - Purina Pro Plan Barrel Bag and Grooming Towel offered by Purina Best in Veteran in Sweepstakes - Purina Pro Plan Fleece Blanket offered by Purina Conformation Class Winners (First Place) - Purina Pro Plan Small Thermal Sack offered by Purina High Combined Score in Regular Classes (Obedience) -Purina Pro Plan Rolling Duffle Bag offered by Purina Obedience Class Winners (First Place) - Purina Pro Plan Small Thermal Sack offered by Purina Rally Qualifiers - Purina Pro Plan Slip lead offered by Purina Best in Versatility - Purina Pro Plan Rolling Duffle Bag offered by Purina High Score in Triathlon - Purina Pro Plan Rolling Duffle Bag offered by Purina Agility Class Winners (First Place) - Purina Pro Plan Small Thermal Sack offered by Purina Lure Coursing (class winners)(asfa & AKC trials) - Purina Pro Plan Large Thermal Sack offered by Purina Best Junior Handler - Purina Pro Plan Grooming Towel offered by Purina ALL PRIZES, IF NOT AWARDED IN THE RING, MUST BE PICKED UP DURING THE EVENT AT THE PRO PLAN BOOTH. PRESENTATION OF THE WINNING RIBBON IS REQUIRED. PRO PLAN RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE PRIZE SUBSTITUTIONS OF EQUAL OR GREATER VALUE IN THE EVENT A SPECIFIC LISTED PRIZE IS NOT AVAILABLE. BREED PRIZES All trophies and prizes MUST be picked up by the winner in person. NO trophies will be mailed. Trophies not claimed at the national become the property of the Saluki Club of America. A complete listing of the generous donors will be in the catalog. All winners receive rosettes. Best of Breed SCOA Medallion, invitation to Crufts and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. The Saluki Club of America Humane Purse to be given to a recognized Humane Society or Animal Research or Education Fund of the Best of Breed Winner s choice and in that person s name. Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed SCOA Medallion, Crufts Invitation and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Select Dog and Select Bitch SCOA Medallion, invitation to Crufts and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Awards of Merit SCOA Medallion, invitation to Crufts and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Best of Winners, Winners Dog & Winners Bitch a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Best Bred-by-Exhibitor Invitation to Crufts and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Sharon Kinney offers, through the Saluki Club of America, the Esther Bliss Knapp Best Bred by Exhibitor, consisting of Memorabilia mounted on three graduated wooden bases, with names of the donors to this trophy engraved on the middle base. The winning Saluki s name and breeder will be engraved on a plaque on the bottom base. The trophy will remain in the possession of SCOA. 12 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

13 Best Puppy a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Reserve Winners Dog & Reserve Winners Bitch a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. First Prize, Each Regular & Non-Regular Class SCOA Medallion, a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Second through Fourth Prize, Each Regular & Non-Regular Class magnet with Saluki artwork SWEEPSTAKES AND VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES Best In Sweepstakes a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Best Opposite Sex In Sweepstakes a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works Best in Veteran Sweepstakes: a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works Best Opposite Sex in Veteran Sweepstakes: a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Challenge Trophies Brood Bitch Class Winner Tom & Monica Stoner offer, through the Saluki Club of America, a Silver Lume Head Study of CH. Jelfreh Val Malik, molded from artwork by Esther Bliss Knapp. It will be mounted on a Hardwood Plaque with Plates for winners name and will remain in possession of the donor until retired by being won three times by the same owner or owners but not necessarily with the same dog. A Picture will be presented to each winner. Esther Bliss Knapp Best Bred by Exhibitor Trophy Sharon Kinney offers, through the Saluki Club of America, the Esther Bliss Knapp Best Bred by Exhibitor, consisting of Memorabilia mounted on three graduated wooden bases, with names of the donors to this trophy engraved on the middle base. The winning Saluki s name and breeder will be engraved on a Plaque on the bottom base. The trophy will remain in the possession of the S.C.O.A.. Brenlair Trophy In memory of Margaret B. Sheets, Jay Kappmeier and Linda Scanlon offer, through the Saluki Club of America, to the Best Bitch (BoB or BoS) in Show. The trophy consists of a kneeling bronze camel which will surmount a dual tiered walnut and marble camel base. Two brass plates appear on the front of the trophy reading The Brenlair Trophy - In memory of Margaret B. Sheets and Awarded to the Best Bitch (BoB or BoS) in Show. The wooden tier has small plates onto which the name of the winning saluki is engraved. This trophy is estimated to weigh about 25 pounds. There is a box in which to store the trophy complete with foam padding to protect the trophy from year to year. The trophy will remain in the possession of the SCOA until being retired by being won three times by the same owner or owners but not necessarily with the same dog. JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP PRIZES Best Junior Handler: A Rosette offered by the SCOA, glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works and an audio book of James Herriott dog stories Best Junior Handler: Jamie Iffland offers, through the Saluki Club of America, the Tatiana Partridge Junior Showman Challenge Trophy a 6 x 6 Collage by Lorraine Trenholm mounted on a 10 X 16 plaque. The trophy shall remain in possession of SCOA until retired by being won by the same handler for three separate years, not necessarily with the same dog, competition required. Interim winners shall receive a certificate as a memento. First Place in Each Class: Rosette and S.C.O.A. Medallion, offered by S.C.O.A. and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works Second through Fourth Place, Each Class: Rosette offered by the SCOA and a magnet with Saluki Art Each Participant will receive a goodie bag with note cards, dog treats and other handy items. Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 13

14 OBEDIENCE PRIZES Dog means either sex. All Obedience Awards require a qualifying score All trophies are offered by the S.C.O.A. unless otherwise noted. Highest Scoring Dog in Regular Classes Rosette, S.C.O.A. Medallion and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works First Prize In All Classes - Rosette, S.C.O.A. Medallion and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. All qualifying scores will receive rosette and a set of Notecards with Saluki motif donated by Jay and Donna Kappmeier. Second through Fourth in All Classes Rosette and a magnet with Saluki artwork. Special Award: The High In Trial Challenge Trophy is offered by Lesley Brabyn, Cathy Chapman, Sharon Kinney, Joe Pendry, and Terry Saunders, through the Saluki Club of America.; an original creation by Sandi Rolfe, of a black and silver Saluki about to fly over the jump. The Award is mounted on a walnut base with bronze insets for the names of the winners and is 12 x 18 high. To be won three times by identical owner/owners, not necessarily with the same dog. The trophy will remain in the possession of the S.C.O.A.. A photograph will be presented to the winner. SPECIAL OBEDIENCE AWARDS Pre-Registration is required for all special awards. A Qualifying Score is required for all special awards. All Special awards are based upon scores from the REGULAR CLASSES. The following prizes are offered by the Saluki Club of America through the generous donations of members and friends. All prizes will be magnets with Saluki artwork. HIGHEST SCORING: 1) American Champion of Record 7) Saluki Earning a Second Leg 2) Canadian Champion of Record 8) Saluki Earning a Third Leg 3) Breeder Owner Handler 9) Saluki in Open and Utility A or B 4) Veteran (7 years and older) 10) Imported Saluki (not including Canada or Mexico) 5) COO Saluki 11) Saluki Field Champion (includes ANY Open or 6) Saluki Earning a First Leg Lure Titles except (JC and SC) RECEIPT OF A SPECIAL AWARDS TROPHY REQUIRES A QUALIFYING SCORE. To Pre-register for Special Awards 1 thru 11, please complete and turn in this slip to the OBEDIENCE STEWARD on the day of trial prior to time listed in judging schedule for beginning of Obedience Judging. Circle the number(s) of the Awards that your dog is eligible for: DOG S NAME AKC NUMBER ILP NUMBER DOG S BIRTH DATE CLASS OWNER/HANDLER RALLY PRIZES Dog means either sex. Qualifying Score Required for all Awards. First Prize, Each Rally Class S.C.O.A. Medallion, and a glass trophy etched with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works Second through Fourth Prize, Each Rally Class Rosette. magnet with Saluki Artwork. All Qualifying Scores Rosette and a set of notecards offered by Jay and Donna Kappmeier 14 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

15 CENTRAL RESERVATIONS For the functions listed in this coupon please fill in the requested information, add the totals and return to Susan Schroeder with one check payable to Saluki Club of America, in U.S. funds. Susan Schroeder P.O. Box 40, Carbondale, KS Due date for Central Reservations is May 14, 2014 Due Dates for other functions may be earlier, please check the listing. For PayPal payments, visit our website: Name Address City, St Zip Telephone Catalog Reserved (Pre Order Pick up at National) Quantity at $10.00 each = $ Marked Catalog Quantity at $30.00 each = $ Name(s) of Salukis Native Costume Classes Men at $10.00 each = $ Women at $10.00 each = $ Boys (12 & under) at $10.00 each = $ Girls (12 & under) at $10.00 each = $ Groups (2 or more persons or Salukis) at $10.00 each = $ Desert Bred Exhibition Donation $ Hospitality Donation Includes Welcome Social and Wine and Cheese Social $ Junior s Activity Donation $ General Show Fund Donation $ TOTAL $ Please plan to attend the social events. The Welcome social is Wednesday evening - come out and enjoy the Desert Bred Exhibition and Costume Event. Friday evening brings the Wine and Cheese social, Top 20, Live Auction, SCOA/STOLA Raffle results and other fun activities. Be watching for more details on these events. DESERT BRED EXHIBITION If you are planning to exhibit your Desert Bred, contact Susan Schroeder (ashshira@ siriusenterprises.com). Pre entries will be in the catalog. Only those Salukis in the catalog can be included in the SCOA Book of Records. Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 15

16 ATTENTION EXHIBITORS ~ GENERAL RULES SHOW LOCATION IS AVAILABLE TO EXHIBITORS AFTER 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JUNE 3RD All crates and x-pens must be kept in the Grooming/Set-Up area on the plastic floor covering. Exceptions are for the Vendor Area and for designated day-crating area but all enclosures must have protection for the floor. Parking is allowed on blacktop surfaces only. NO PARKING ON THE GRASS AREAS. Vending is not allowed outside of the vending area, in vehicles, personal tents or setups. Anyone vending will be required to pay the official vending fee. As a General Rule, Purina does not allow vending of any product that competes with Purina products. Please turn off cell phones and/or pagers before entering rings. Show Chairperson, Obedience & Rally Chairperson and Assistant Show Chairpersons have the right to limit cell phone usage within 20 feet of the rings. Show Site is Handicapped Accessible and there is parking in the front of the building. DOGS LESS THAN FOUR MONTHS OF AGE ARE NOT ALLOWED ON DESIGNATED SHOW GROUNDS for health reasons and all dogs not eligible to be entered in the show should not be on the show grounds Exhibitors should follow their Veterinarians recommendation to ensure their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, free of any communicable diseases and have appropriate vaccinations. At the discretion of the judge or show committee in the case of inclement and/or dangerous weather conditions, judging may be moved into other suitable cover for the safety of the dogs, exhibitors and other participants. This also applies to dangerous night-time weather when occupants of RV may be asked to move indoors for their own safety. CONSULT JUDGING PROGRAM FOR TIME OF JUDGING. DOGS MAY ARRIVE any time prior to their scheduled time of judging. DOGS NOT REQUIRED for further judging will be excused. JUDGES DO NOT HAVE TO WAIT FOR ANY DOG HOLDING UP A CLASS. Owners or agents alone are responsible for the presence of their dogs in the judging ring when their classes are called to be judged. The show-giving club, Show Secretary and the Superintendent have no obligation or responsibility for providing service through a public address system or stewards or runners for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. THE SHOW COMMITTEE/SECRETARY will use due care and diligence for the welfare of dogs and exhibitors, but will not be responsible for, nor assume any liability in the event of an accident or misfortune to either dogs or exhibitors participating in this show as well as family, guests, and visitors in attendance. CANINE COURTESY All dogs shall be kept under control at all times. You are responsible for picking up after the animals in your care. You may want to consider crate or X-Pen covers for the comfort of your dog. The building can be quite noisy. PLEASE EXERCISE DOGS IN DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY There will be exercise areas and containers placed around the grounds. PLEASE USE THEM. All regulations will be enforced by the Grounds Committee. NO GASOLINE OR DIESEL GENERATORS are permitted within 50 feet of any building in which this dogshow is being conducted unless put there for the sole purpose of club use. The club reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value. Show Ring and/or Obedience/Rally Ring cannot be used for practice. Agility ring is off-limits to anyone not participating in a scheduled Agility activity. Disruptive or unruly behavior by individuals or dogs on the show site will not be tolerated at any time. The AKC policies regarding dog aggression will be enforced. Only the Official Show photographer is authorized to photograph win photos. PLEASE!! PLEASE!! HELP US KEEP THE MOTELS AND SHOW GROUNDS CLEAN. 16 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

17 TRIATHLON CONFORMATION COMPETITION ENTRY FORM DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, May 14, 2014 Lure Course Judges...TBD AKC Obedience Judge... Linda Scanlon AKC Rally Judge... Linda Scanlon Conformation Judge... Lea Anne Broseus Mail Entries for Triathlon to: Anna Meszaros Ailes Rd., Delta, PA Phone: ENTRY FEE: $5.00 Make checks payable to Saluki Club of America, Inc. or pay at PayPal at All Triathlon entrants must be entered in an Obedience or Rally, or Agility (see page 3), and either ASFA Lure Coursing or the AKC Lure Coursing Trial in conjunction with the Saluki Club of America National Specialty. Entrant may compete in as many events as they wish, and choose which companion and which performance event to use for scoring at the end. Dog s Call Name: Dog s Registered Name (please be sure to include all titles) AKC # Owner s Name: Address: City/State/Zip Telephone [ ] Companion Obedience Classes Entered Rally Classes Entered Agility Classes Entered Lure Coursing ASFA Lure Coursing Stake Entered AKC Lure Coursing Stake Entered DO NOT MAIL THESE ENTRIES TO SUPERINTENDENT TRIATHLON PRIZES The following prizes are offered by the Saluki Club of America unless otherwise noted: The High Score in Triathlon will receive a Medallion, Rosette, and a glass trophy with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. Triathlon Perpetual Trophy Pam Price offers, through the Saluki Club of America, this trophy which was created in The trophy is approximately 10.5 high by 4 wide by 4 deep and consists of a stone pyramid on top of a solid walnut base. On three sides of the pyramid is a laser etched image of a Saluki representing each of the events, running (lure coursing), sitting (obedience) and standing (confirmation). The fourth side of the pyramid has the name of the trophy. Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 17

18 Share Your Salukis Catalog Advertising Incredibly low rates! Deadline: April 10, 2014 Full Page - black and white (includes photo)...$ Full Page - black and white (NO photo)...$ Half Page - black and white (includes NO photo)...$ Additional Photo - black and white (each)...$ Full Page Color (includes photo)... $ Those who purchase full-page ads receive $5 off the marked catalog price. Payment must accompany your advertising material. Please make checks out to: Saluki Club of America (SCOA) PRE-FORMATTED ADS: Whenever possible, please have ads formatted so that any images fit within the 4-1/2 x 7-3/8 copy area. The quality of the photo reproduction will depend on the quality of the original artwork submitted. For example, photographs printed on laser printers or bubble jet printers do not reproduce well. For the best results, send black and white or color glossy photographs (original photo). Any other photograph cannot be guaranteed and may reproduce a picture of questionable quality. Print plainly or typewrite all ad copy to avoid typographical errors. CDs will be accepted but please also send a hard copy of your ad along with the CD. Questions? Catalog Ad Chair Amy L Charles: saluki.a@ix.netcom.com Please send advertisements and memorial ad information to: Amy L. Charles 1129 Watson St SW, Grand Rapids, MI (616) saluki.a@ix.netcom.com Third Annual Top 20 Competition! Please join us to celebrate the top 20 dogs in our breed, based on number of Salukis defeated in Theme: 1950 s Sock Hop When: Friday evening, June 7th Location: Main Show Ring You will note that there are 22 dogs listed below. Past Top Twenty winners are ineligible to compete except on an exhibition basis in future competitions. Due to the 2012 and the 2013 winners finishing in the Top Twenty for 2013, the Salukis invited to compete extends to the Top 22! Congratulations to everyone for making the list! This is the Top Twenty for 2014: GCH Appalachia s Allamyrra Hajji - GCH Aurora s The Song And Dance Man - GCH Baghdad Be Still My Heart, JC - GCH Baha Persian Of Interest, CD, RN, SC, NA, AXJ, NF - GCh Bay Watch Babe Von Agrani - GCH Carmas Hope, JC - GCH El-Shaddais PS Its A Surprise Parti - GCh Freespirits As You Like It - GCH Hediyeh Uriela Priya Bat Yosef, JC - GCH Impala Ladies Love Outlaws - GCh Jamora Mystic Topaz, JC * - GCH Ladyhawk Guinness The Menace Of Tazi - GCH Omens Vardarose Of Sahara, JC - GCh Quanmarra Thonolan * - Ch Ranesaw Rsa A Night On The Town - GCH Sandstorm Blue Nile Bubbles Of Jatara - GCH Scimitar Avari Aajah Jager - GCh Shiraz Dreamweaver, JC - GCH Silvershadows Secretariate Elessar - GCH Starlite s Made Of The Best Stuff On Earth, BN, RN - GCh Sundara s Here Comes The Sun - GCH Z Bee s Freespirited Twilight To donate to the Top Twenty, or for more information, please contact us: Kevin & Dawn Carlson P.O. Box 44421, Racine, WI / aeolus@wi.rr.com 18 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

19 VERSATILITY CONFORMATION COMPETITION ENTRY FORM DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2014 Judge TBD Mail Entries for Versatility to: MaryAnn Lillemo Holly Hills Lane, Cameron Park, CA Phone ENTRY FEE: $5.00 Make checks payable to Saluki Club of America, Inc. or pay at PayPal at Best in Versatility, Rosette offered by S.C.O.A., and a glass trophy with original Saluki artwork by Nostalgic Glass Works. All Versatility Conformation entrants must have completed their application to become recognized by the SCOA as a Versatility Saluki by the entry deadline of May 14, Application can be found on the SCOA Website at Dog s Call Name: Dog s Registered Name (please be sure to include all titles) AKC # Owner s Name: Address: City/State/Zip Telephone [ ] DO NOT MAIL THESE ENTRIES TO SUPERINTENDENT Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 19

20 DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM TO THE SUPERINTENDENT Grooming / Set Up Reservations 2014 National Saluki Specialty Grooming or set-up spaces will be allowed in designated areas only due to the special flooring in the Hall. Reservations are for all days of the National and no partial reservations will be considered. Grooming space reservation fee is $20.00 per 5 X 10 space. No refund requests will be considered. Because of limited space, please reserve only the number of spaces you need and no more than two (2) spaces per exhibitor. Requests for adjacent spaces must be received together. Regular building hours are 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or 30 min. after completion of judging unless otherwise advised by the Show Committee. After hours use of the grooming area (overnight) will require advance arrangements and security at Exhibitors expense (Contact the Show Chair at your earliest convenience for approval and details). Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs. Failure to keep a rented grooming space neat and in order could result in forfeiture of the rented space without refund. The Show Committee will monitor grooming space order and cleanliness. A dog washing area is provided in the facility amps of electrical service will be available to each grooming space. Equipment must not be capable of damaging the flooring material in the Great Hall. Thick plastic will be in place in the set-up/grooming area. The club/show committee reserves the right to limit and/or rearrange set-ups if crowded conditions become a problem. The Show Committee reserves the right to remove equipment or crates left in undesignated areas. Your reserved grooming space will be determined by the Show Committee. The space will be clearly marked with your name and the space location will be posted at the entrance to the Event Center. Free spaces will be available after 1:00 pm on Tuesday, June 3rd. Only one (1) space per exhibitor you may NOT save a free space for anyone else. Once a space has been assigned, you may keep it until the end of the show or until you no longer need the space. You can leave your crates, chairs or other belongings in the area until the show is complete. This is for the Grooming/Set-Up area only all items at ringside or in the designated day crating area must be removed as soon as you re finished showing for the day. SALUKI CLUB OF AMERICA RESERVED GROOMING SPACE APPLICATION Grooming Space Reservation Deadline is May 14, Name Address City, State, Zip Contact Phone Number address (for confirmation) NUMBER OF SPACES (no more than 2) MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO SCOA I, the undersigned, understand that this reservation will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and that I will accept the space that I am assigned. I further understand that the reserved grooming space is a privilege that can be withdrawn by the SCOA Show Committee if it deems a violation has occurred. Signature Required Grooming space reservations will be accepted via mail ONLY. Checks or Money Orders only, PLEASE. Make checks payable to SCOA. Mail reservation request to: Ray George * 3001 Asheton Ct. * Edmond, OK * For additional information/questions call Ray George at (405) , Cell (405) or CynDee Hahn at (314) Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

21 DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM TO THE SUPERINTENDENT Deadline for Reservations is May 10th, 2014 RV Parking/Camping Guidelines For RV parking for the night of June 2 thru June 9, 2014 you need to use the reservation form provided here or in the National Specialty Premium List. SCOA has 65 RV parking spaces located behind the Purina Event Center with 50 amp hookups, water and sewer. The fee for parking is $30.00 per night. Reservations must be made on the form provided here. Additional parking spaces are available in the overflow RV lot located on the gravel lots above the outdoor show site. Fee for the overflow lot is $10.00 per night. All RVs will be required to show a permit to park issued by the SCOA for the above dates. Anyone not displaying a required permit will be removed from the show site. THERE WILL BE NO RV PARKING ON ANY BLACKTOP PARKING LOTS. The Mississippi Valley/Rhineland KC Parking Committee will be in charge of all parking for the 4 all breed shows Thursday, May 29th, 2014 thru Monday, June 2nd, 2014 at 6:00 PM. RV parking space reservations will be on a first come, first served basis. OVERNIGHT PARKING RESERVATION FORM FOR The Saluki Club of America NATIONAL SPECIALTY NAME PHONE CELL PHONE ADDRESS CITY, STATE, ZIP address (for notification from SCOA) RV Length (Tow vehicles must be disconnected from RVs) RV type: Class A motor home Class C motor home Fifth Wheel Travel Trailer Pop-up ( there are no tent or primitive campsites ) License number of unit State Arrival date Departure Date Number of dogs in RV Will you already be in RV area & prefer the same spot? Yes No (If yes, space # ) Fee is $30 per night for Full hookups, $10.00 per night for Overflow (access to water/electric only) Amount Enclosed Signature Make checks or money orders payable to SCOA and mail reservations to: Dennis Schmidt * 3240 Serene Drive * Las Vegas, NV (NO PLEASE) Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 21

22 P SHOW SITE LAYOUT N M Parking/ Vendor Area T Exhibitor Parking Main Show T T Field C D F G Parking Checkerboard Drive Agility Q Field Guardhouse Entrance B E Overflow RV Parking A County Road MM R Working Dog and Flying Disc Field H K Main RV Parking With Full Hookups Purina Event Center J N L I Parking Parking O Lighted A Course Round Pen Sheep Barn Parking Entrance Legend A. Visitor s Center 1. Information Desk 2. Offices 3. Exhibits 4. Conference Room 5. Food Service 6. Gift Shop B. Indoor Theater C. Animal Barn D. Outdoor Amphitheater E. Patio/Food Court F. Pet Center G. Incredible Dog Arena H. The Great Hall I. Gateway Hall J. Feed & Storage Bldg. K. Maintenance & Storage Bldg. L. Service Center M. Go To Ground Dens N. Off-Leash Exercise Area O. Herding & Trial Field P. Outdoor Public X-pens Q. Agility Field R. Working Dog & Flying Disc Field Restroom Dog Relief Area Water Electric T Show Tent ENTRIES, CANCELLATIONS, CHANGES, TRANSFERS FAX ENTRIES: Fax number: $4.00 per dog per show added for FAX-Credit Card entries. Both sides of entry form must be transmitted. Entries must be accompanied by a cover sheet stating the number of pages, what shows and how many dogs per show. Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted for Fax entries. Credit card information (Credit Card number, expiration date, and cardholder name) must be on cover sheet. Note: Visa and MasterCard users You must include the 3-digit security code that appears above your signature on the back of the card. Proof of fax transmission is not proof of receipt of a legible or complete transmission (under AKC Rule Ch. 11, Sec. 4). A Fax-Friendly entry blank PDF is available for download at www. BarayEvents.com. ONLINE ENTRIES: Web site is BaRayEvents.com Follow instructions on Web site. $2.00 charge per dog per show. FEDEX, UPS, AIRBORNE or HAND-DELIVERED: 203 S. 4th Ave., Sequim, WA PHONE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. CANCELLATIONS, CHANGES AND TRANSFERS will be accepted according to AKC Rules. Any refunds will be made within three weeks after the show. An administration fee may apply. 22 Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty

23 NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS ALL EVENTS The American Kennel Club Rules and Regulations will govern this Show and Exhibitors must make themselves familiar with the agreement of the American Kennel Club, referred to on the reverse side of the entry blanks that accompany this Show Premium List. Effective for all events held on and after Jan. 1, 2008, The American Kennel Club will collect a $3.00 Event Service Fee for the first entry of a dog and a $3.00 service fee for each additional entry of the same dog in the regular and non-regular recordable single entry classes, in all AKC licensed and member club events. The current 50 cent recording fee will continue to be collected where applicable. The event-giving club shall assume the responsibility of collecting all Event Service Fees for The AKC. These event service and recording fees shall be forwarded to The AKC along with all other required event results within seven (7) days of the close of the event. No Entry will be accepted which specifies any condition as to its acceptance. Telegraph, and unsigned entries cannot be accepted and will be returned. Entries not on Official AKC Entry Forms and Photocopies of Entry Forms without Agreement and Rules on reverse side are NOT ACCEPTABLE. The Club and/or Baray Events assumes no responsibility for wrong or incomplete information given on the entry blank by the owner or the owner s agent. RESPONSIBILITY FOR COMPLETENESS OF ENTRY RESTS SOLELY WITH ENTRANT. RETURNED CHECKS DO NOT CONSTITUTE A VALID ENTRY FEE. BaRay Events will add a $25.00 collection fee to the amount of each returned check. We will not re-process checks. The exhibitor will be contacted & required to send a money order for the original amount PLUS the $25.00 NSF fee. Subsequent returned checks from same person may result in their being put on a CASH ONLY BASIS. REFUNDS for cancellations due to judge change or cancellations made prior to entries closing will be mailed by the Club to said Exhibitor or Agent AFTER THE SHOW. An administrative fee of $5.00 will be withheld from all refunds for entries cancelled prior to the closing of entries. FAX ENTRIES Fax entries will be accepted up to closing time. Fee is $4.00 per dog per show. If the credit card charge is denied for any reason, an additional service charge of $20.00 will be added. FAX NUMBER: (360) This is for Fax Machine ONLY. Incomplete or illegible Fax entries are not acceptable as a valid entry in a show. Proof of transmission is not proof of receipt of a legible or complete transmission (under AKC Rule Ch. 11, Sec. 4). A Fax-Friendly entry blank PDF is available for download at www. BarayEvents.com Entries will be acknowledged after entries close with entry acknowledgment and judging program to address on entry. Should Exhibitor NOT receive an acknowledgment within a reasonable time, PLEASE notify BaRay Events at (360) or dogshows@barayevents.com. Entry fees shall NOT be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, sick, lame, excused by the Judge or Veterinarian, or barred from competition by action of the Show Committee, or because it has been entered incorrectly. There is no refund for DUPLICATE ENTRIES or OVERPAYMENTS. BaRay Events will make every effort to find all duplicate entries, but if entry has been processed, no refund will be made. If, because of riots, civil disturbances or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to open, or to complete the Show NO REFUND will be made. To find out about any AKC event cancellations call the AKC Event Cancellation Hotline Please note: Any hotel or motel listed in the premium list is subject to Event Committee Rules. We expect our exhibitors to be responsible guests. A report that an exhibitor at this show has abused hotel or motel property during this weekend may result in disciplinary action. Clubs reserve the right to decline future entries from the offending party in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 11, Section 15 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows. ALL RIGHTS TO TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, ADVERTISE, PHOTOGRAPH, PROMOTE or otherwise exploit this event are vested in the Club, or in persons to whom assignments of such rights have been made in writing by the Club. All persons and animals on the Show Grounds at any time while the show is in progress, do by attending this show or participating therein, grant to the Club the right to photograph, televise, videotape, audiotape or otherwise use their likeness and voice in any manner without further release or consent. The Club is not responsible for the actions or products of the commercial vendors at this show. Saluki Club of America 2014 National Specialty 27

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