A Monthly Internet Publication. Volume 1 No.3. November `Marley` Silverwood Winner 2008

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1 E Bull Terriers Volume 1 No.3 A Monthly Internet Publication November 2008 `Marley` Silverwood Winner 2008

2 Am/Can Ch Nuance Nonsense, ROM (Ch Silmaril Scarlet Knight ex Nuance Nonconformance) Marley exemplifies what the Nuance breeding program is all about in many ways beautifully balanced, cleanly made and tightly muscled, with beautiful feet, a strong head and charismatic show ring attitude. We got our first taste of winning it all when she was 5 months old and went Best in Match at a small all breed match; she repeated that win when she was 11 months old at the the Spartan Mid-Winter match which is the biggest sanctioned match in Michigan. Early in 2008 we entered some shows in Canada for practice and came home as Top Bull Terrier in Canada and it looks like she ll end the year in that position as well. Labor Day weekend, Marley really started to roll, finishing her ROM and getting her first US group placement at the Niagara Frontier shows, winning two BOS, an Award of Merit and Best Moving Bull Terrier during the Metro Detroit weekend. And then... The Silverwood Trophy in Orlando with her sister Jolie right behind as Reserve Colored Bitch. Nuance Bull Terriers What a Year! Cleo Parker cparker@ twmi.rr.com

3 ANOTHER ~SHOCKER~ FROM... QUICKSILVER CH STELLAR S QUICKSILVER SHOWSHOCKER ROM (Quicksilver Showstopper, Stud Dog Emeritus X CH Stellar s Pictures of You ROM) SILVERWOOD XXXIX Lovell Trophy Winner Brigadier Trophy Winner Best Opposite Variety Winner Thank you to our friend Linda Maddox for the foresight to use frozen semen from Stopper to her bitch, CH Stellar s Pictures of You ROM, and for sharing the result, Shocker, with us. Thanks also to all our friends for their support. Photo by Grace Graham BTCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY & BTCA MONDAY SPECIALTIES Best Opposite Sex to Best in Specialty Show Although turning only 17 months old Silverwood weekend, Shocker was undefeated in dog competition in both varieties. Shocker is a son of our recently deceased BIG DOG at Quicksilver Quicksilver Showstopper, Stud Dog Emeritus. QUICKSILVER Bull Terriers Brent and Jeanna Ruppel E Mail: Quicksilverbt@comcast.net

4 Starman Bull Terriers is proud to announce Mara s latest accomplishment. Silverwood s 2008 Grand Futurity Winner and Reserve Winner at the Regional Specialty in Orlando, Florida. Brigadoon Bel Samara at Starman (CH Gwynsel It s Not Unusual ROM x CH Brigadoon Luck Bee A Lady) M A R A! Many thanks go out to Carolyn & David Alexander/ Elizabeth Thomas for producing such a wonderful puppy for us to enjoy. Thank-you Futurity Judge Dianne Bresee and the Regional Judge Gayle (Pew) Denman, a fantastic beginning for Mara! Mara is pictured above at 14 months of age. starmanbullterriers@sympatico.ca Owned & Loved by Rhonda & Greg Blake Co-owned by Carolyn & David Alexander Bred by Carolyn & David Alexander/Elizabeth Thomas

5 Indroducing... Foster at All Photos by Lou Ruediger `CORSAIRE` We are so proud of Foster... Best of Opposite Sex to Best White in Sweepstakes Winners Dog, BTCA National Specialty Winners Dog and Best of Winners, BTCA Monday Specialty. Thank you Steve Schmidt, David Merriam and Gayle Denman for these prestigious awards! CORSAIRE THE COURIER (Ch Sarajeni Rockn at Philgin [Aus Imp] x Corsaire Dancing Cloud) Bred by: Victoria Corse, Bodie Colwell, Andrew Smith Inquiries to corsairebt@verizon.net

6 Zook Am/Can Ch Bullenium big bazooka.rom sire Ch Bullistic Turbullence dam.am/can ch lonestarbubblecious,rom 2007/2008 silverwood finalist Thank you to the judges that have acknowledged and awarded this beautiful young dog Bred by: Owned by: Valerie Blackwell John Blackwell/G Whyte ad by photography by Irene Tatiana Morden

7 BULLISTIC SKY DIAMOND CAN/AM CH BULLISTIC DON JUAN,ROM X BULLISTIC ANASTASIA l u c y 2008 silverwood finalist Special thanks to the Silverwood Judges as well as to Al and Margo who Love and Care for Lucy with so much Heart Bred and Co-owned by: Owned and Loved by: Irene and David Morden Alywin Billings bullistic@telus.net

8 ~**Our Silverwood 2008 White Dog Finalist** Ch. Sinabar Adrenaline Buzz, ROM ( Am/Can CH. Lonestar Whole Lota Hoopla, ROM X CH. Bullyrook s Adrenalin Rush, ROM) Luigi is a big mush of a dog and he has surpassed every goal we ever set for him. We call him The Best Dog Ever. He s lounging at home now and will be back out as a Veteran in a couple of years. `Luigi ` Bred and Co-owned by Sandee Frascone Sinabar Bull Terriers sinabarbts@sbcglobal.net Owned and Handled by Nadine Robards Valentino Bull Terriers ozzythebully@yahoo.com

9 Sinabar and Valentino Introduces... Sinabar Exotic at Valentino (CH. Bestuvall Razor Redicut and CH. Sinabar Aphrodisiac) ~ Pearl ~ At Silverwood, Pearl won all her classes, and on Monday at the BTCA Specialty. She was Winners Bitch from the 6-9 Puppy Bitch class for a 5 point Major under Gayle Denman.. Our SINCEREST Thanks! ~Pearl~ Bred & Owned by Nadine Robards Valentino Bull Terriers & Sandee Frascone Sinabar Bull Terriers

10 Sinabar Exotic at Valentino Pictured here with Sweeps judge Steve Schmidt. Thank you for this win! More from Pearl... I Love to dress up Handled here by Breeder/Owner Nadine Robards ozzythebully@yahoo.com

11 Soquel and MilleniuM Soquel Millenium BlackFern (Ch. Brummagem Spectacular Bid, ROM ex Ch.. Brigadoon All Black Soquel, ROM) Haberbush BEST COLORED PUPPY in SWEEPSTAKES 2008 BTCA National Specialty Judge: Steve Schmidt Breeder/Owner/Handler: Gail Harlamoff Soquel Bull Terriers (photo at14 months) Co-Breeder/Co-Owner: Naomi Waynee MilleniuM Bull Terriers

12 Bestuvall GET RAZOR WANT TO GET SHARP? CH.BESTUVALL RAZOR REDI-CUT, ROM AND PROGENY SILVERWOOD 2008 STUD DOG CLASS Judge: Hon David Merriam Razor is the proud sire of these wonderful puppies. Each one is major pointed under ROM breeder judges. LEFT TO RIGHT Byron s Lady Marmalade, Sinabar Exotic at Valentino, (standing) Action Pure Class Sinabar Passionate Kisses, Action Top Class. A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE OWNERS OF THESE PUPPIES AND TO THE JUDGES WHO HAVE REWARDED THE QUALITY OF RAZORS GET WATCH FOR THEM IN THE RING. Owned & Loved by Janis & Stanley Lake Jan Dykema " RAZOR" No BSL bestuvall@sbcglobal.net Bred By Tom & Carole Huey Jan Dykema

13 Presents Champion Butterfly Field's Angelica "Jelly" Ann-Dee s White Rock Chad Sire: Butterfly Field s Elmer Spud Jessies Dixieland Flo Ann-Dee s Right Dakota Dam: Butterfly Fields Magday Ann-Dee s Black Beauty Jelly strutted her stuff at Silverwood and was chosen as one of the Colored Bitch Finalist out of a large class of contestants. Thank you judges Lynne Myall and Claudia Sharp for this wonderful honor. Visit us at, Loved and Spoiled by: Juan and Phyllis Azeur Handled by Phyllis Azeur BullyManor@BullyManor.com /

14 Hot Off The Press For October 2008 Wins Champion Miramax Maximillion - Max, happy as can be and full of himself, strutted around the ring with his progeny behind him to take Best White Stud Dog at the National Speciality in Orlando Florida under the Honorable Judge David Merriam. Thank you for his win. Way to go Max! Thank you Jay, Ed, Wendy, Mary, Chris, and Ty for your assistance. Bully Manor s Titan - Miles was debonair in the 12 to 18 month junior dog class and went on to take Reserve Winners Dog at the National Speciality in Orlando Florida under the Honorable Judge David C. Merriam. Thank you for his win. Thank you Vickie for your assistance. Bully Manor s Pure Pandemonium - Tara took the lead at the National Specialty in Orlando, Florida and won her 12 to 18 month junior bitch class with stiff competition on her heels. Thank you Honorable Judge David C. Merriam for her win. Warradcasey Cold As Ice At Kilacabar - Our new English boy Preston arrived from England 2 days before the National in Orlando, Florida and won his Open Dog class. Thank you Honorable Judge David C. Merriam for his win. Champion Butterfly Fields Angelica - Jelly was a true princess in the ring at Silverwood. She was bestowed the honor of being a Colored Bitch Finalist under judges Lynne Myall and Claudia Sharp. Thank you judges for honoring her. We are very proud of our Jelly Bean. What a little lady! Champion Bullovers Bethany - Bethany While her companions were away at the National and Silverwood our Bethany completed her championship by going Best of Breed at the Memphis shows on October 11th and 12th. She was handled by our caretaker Jeffery Boyle. Thank you judges Mr. James J. Ham and Mrs. Karen C. Wilson for her wins and for completing her championship. Thank you Jeffery for doing such a terrific job. Visit us at at,

15 A L I C E Byron s Lady Marmalade ( CH. Bestuvall Razor Redi Cut ROM X Byron s Queen of the Hop) Winner of the Bred By Exhibitor Class at this year s BTCA National! Alice had fun in Orlando! She placed third in the 12 to 18 Class of Sweeps and went on to Win the BBE Class at the Specialty Show under the Honorable David Merriam. Thanks to all who helped me and rewarded Alice. Breeder/Owner ` Byron Bull Terriers` Franciene Pytko ` at ByronBully@aol.com

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19 Wakatang Our latest addition Wakatang Hysteria Jo (Bodalla Marshall Stone x Wakatang Tiger Miffy ROM) We hope that Jo can emulate her half sister, Ch Wakatang Love Bomb ROM s, success. Owned bred and loved by Hugh and Bernadette Marshall Victoria Australia h.bmarsh@bigpond.net.au

20 THE 2009 BRONZE TROPHY WEEKEND PROUDLY PRESENTED BY: THE BULL TERRIER FANCIERS ASSOCIATION MAY 1, 2 & 3, 2009 THOROLD & ALLANBURG, ONTARIO. CANADA EASY ACCESS FROM BUFFALO NY USA, AIRPORT BTFA Bronze and Open Trophy Show Saturday, May 2, Bronze Trophy Judged by: Ms. Gayle (Pew) Denman (US) and Ms. Jo Phillips,(UK) Referee: Ms. Sandee Frascone (US) Open Trophy Show Classes Judged by: Ms. Sandee Frascone (US) BTFA Supported ROM Points & CKC Championship Points at Seaway K. C. Shows Friday, May 1/09 Judge: Mr. Ray Sharp (USA) (ROM Points) Saturday, May 2/09 Judge: Alison Ibbitson (USA) (ROM Points) BTFA Annual Canadian Kennel Club Championship Specialty Show Sunday, May 3, Judge: Mark Phillips, (UK) ( ROM Points) Sweepstakes: Catherine Landsborough (CAN) 2008 Bronze Trophy Winner We have blocked a limited number of rooms at The Best Western Beacon Harbourside Resort (905) This is about fifteen minutes from the showsite. Please try to book before April 15, 2009 and mention that you are with the BULL TERRIER PEOPLE to receive the preferred show rate. Ch. Old Forge Tug McGraw at Chevalier For information and Premium Lists contact: Carol Gray at / cgcray9@cogeco.ca or MJN SHOW SERVICES mjnshowservices.com MJN Show Services

21 The 2nd Bull Terrier Specialty Show in Chile Submitted by Marcos Fonseca Saturday August 16th, After a heavy and nasty rain the day before the show, that threatened the cancelation of the event, the second specialty Bull Terrier show in Chile took place. Judged by Mr. Edd Bivin (USA). The venue of the event was "El Colegio Seminario Pontificio Menor, Las Condes" in Santiago de Chile. The entry for the show was 30 dogs, White and Coloured variety. In addition to the significant number of fanatics and enthusiastic people of the breed. It is important to highlight the good environment and camaraderie among the competitors and the general public attending the show. More important than the results is the great pleasure that is felt when a number of great bull terriers and many lovers of the breed and to be able to share moments of pleasant and enjoyable healthy chat. This way we all realize that we are not alone in this world of "Fanatics of the Bull Terrier. " It is also very valuable for people outside the breed, to change the general public belief associating it as a "dangerous dog". Any event that helps to enhance the true image of bull terrier as a "companion dog", a dog restless, mischievous, playful but well behaved will always be valuable. Perhaps long away from a trophy show, or even a Silverwood, this is a magnificent opportunity to gather the people spirit around a common effort to contribute to our loved breed.

22 Here below are the results from this year s Show: Best Puppy Special / White GOHETE S MALIBU (ONASIS BON-AMI X REBEKA VON CHIRAM) Reserve without participant Best Puppy / White MEI XIANG LOVERS ROCK (SKULL HEAS OF CHILCAN X CHINITA DE CANBUL) Reserve without participant Best Junior / White GOHETE'S SOÑADORA (OJO X OJO IMI BULLCOR X LAIKA SPARTACOS) Reserve without participant BISS / White GOHETE'S SOÑADORA (OJO X OJO IMI BULLCOR X LAIKA SPARTACOS) Reserve BISS / Coloured - ONASIS BON-AMI (VIKINGO DE LORD BULL X CANQUIMERA DE CORAJE) We all will continue doing our best to make every show better each year. One of our biggest ambitions is to organize a third Bull Terrier Specialty and hopefully, with time, become an annual tradition as in other countries. It may be helpful to all who wish to start breeding for the improvement of the quality of our dogs. We hope one day to have participants from other South American countries and to be able to share this experience with more exhibitors. I want to thank a group of anonymous people who were committed to this effort. They are Mr. Horacio Menares, Mr. Claudio Salvo, Mr., Ruben Riera, Mr. Mario Letelier. In addition to this we all have to acknowledge the support of the people of Chile Kennel Club ( ), without their support this event would not have been possible. Attending a dog show should be a moment of joy, a sign of a healthy lifestyle, and a place where we could talk about the breed. It should not be just about winning. I hope in the near future to be able to write to you about a third Bull Terrier Specialty in Chile. Thank you for listening & allowing me to share about our Specialty.

23 SHOWING YOUR BULL TERRIER Victoria Corse Corsaire Bull Terriers Marshfield, Mass. USA April 2008 You can add another dimension to your relationship with your Bull Terrier by venturing into the wondrous world of dog showing, provided that you have nerves of steel and skin like a rhinoceros. If you are sensitive to slights, or quickly stirred to rage by perceived injustice, you may decide instead to take up sky-diving, spelunking, or some other activity less risky to the equilibrium. It is advisable to first seek expert advice on the overall quality of your Dear Friend; not as your companion, but as a Bull Terrier as described in the Standard of the Breed, which is available from many sources. In England, the home of the breed, you will easily find the Standard on the Kennel Club s website at In the USA, go to the website of the Bull Terrier Club of America for the Illustrated Standard. Please keep in mind the two most significant differences between the USA and the rest of the world where the Bull Terrier Standard is concerned; firstly, White and Coloured Bull Terriers are shown separately, and secondly, the subsection on mouths allows for a level bite as well as for scissors. The novice will find a lot of the terminology confusing and extremely subjective; the line drawings by Cynthia Lord Ruddy in the Bull Terrier Club of America s Illustrated Standard are a huge help in understanding the language and descriptions in the Breed Standard for Bull Terriers in any country. Visit the BTCA web site at and click Education. Before you ever walk into a show ring you should park yourself ringside at several Specialty Bull Terrier shows with an experienced Mentor, or Mentors, and listen to a running commentary on structure, type and movement. Allow for individual interpretation to some extent, but knowledgeable

24 Bull Terrier Fanciers should all be able to recognize breed virtue in any number of dogs, whatever their style, sex or colour. While it is unlikely that any two judges will select exactly the same animals in their placements, they should be ending up with the same top three or four animals in each class. After listening carefully and watching intently, go home and look over your darling ask yourself, Does Spot have an eggshaped head, or is that an eyebrow ridge I see? Does he have a short, straight, back or are his hips three inches higher than his shoulder? Be honest with yourself, but before you fall into despair, contact your Mentor (who is hopefully also your breeder) and ask them to evaluate your guy for you. Should you all conclude that it s worth a shot, the real work begins! RINGCRAFT People like to complain bitterly about trickery in the show ring instead of whingeing about it, learn how to rise above it or how to beat the tricksters at their own games. Handling, or ringcraft, classes are offered by many kennel clubs on a local level, both as a service to their members and as a way to raise funds for the Club. Contact the primary Kennel Club in your country for a listing of local all-breed and breed specific Clubs in your area, or ask that Mentor of yours for referrals to local classes. No amount of classes will compensate for the training and socialization you do at home and out in your community. If Spot is a perfect show dog in the garden, but becomes a shrieking lunatic the minute other dogs come into view, you are doomed to frustrated defeat. If Spot is animated and pleased with himself at the public park, but suddenly turns into the poor little beaten orphan dog the minute you cross into the ring, you might as well save your entry fees for chocolate to sooth your lacerated nerves. Showing has to be FUN, or Bull Terriers just won t do it. Bribery and practice are key components to successful show-ring training. Your goal is a dog who trots briskly around the ring on a loose leash and stands attentively, with wagging tail and ears bang up on his head, looking at you with adoration and intensity. Many other breeds string up their dogs, using a taut lead both on the move and stacking. This is not what we want to see in

25 the Bull Terrier ring; strung-up Bullies will get even, one way or another being strung up is NOT fun. Never discipline your Bullie for an extra bounce in class or the ring; encourage them to keep all fours somewhere near Mother Earth, but realize that joie de vivre is the reason that that Specialist Judge has Bull Terriers, as well as you! Here s another tip NO ONE CARES ABOUT YOU!! (errrr except your poor dog!) This isn t about YOU, it s all about Spot. No one s actually looking at you, unless your trousers are covered in chalk or your shirt s cut so low that your undergarments, or lack thereof, are on display (more on show ring attire later). Chant the showing mantra to yourself, I am the bridesmaid, no one is looking at me and focus on making your dog happy and excited to be in the ring. As promised show ring attire. To be fair, as long as you are clean, neat and covered, you should be able to wear anything you like in the ring. Realistically, there is an expectation that you are dressing to complement your dog and demonstrate respect to the Sport of the Dog Show. I began showing dogs in 19-never-youmind, as a Junior Handler in a 4-H Dog Club Program. It will be a cold day in hell before you see me exhibiting in trousers, with my hair in my face, or chewing gum. I have absolutely no doubt whatsoever that Miss LaPointe, my former 4-H leader, would rise straight out of the ground and strike me dead with a lightning bolt. I prefer a skirt suit, with a skirt long enough that I can bend gracefully and short enough that my dog is not battling ten yards of fabric flapping in its face as we move. Many women show in smart pant-suits or divided skirts; it s a matter of personal preference. For men, a pair of presentable khaki or grey trousers, with a polo shirt and jacket, or a suit with tie, are a safe bet. Keep in mind that a dark dog will utterly vanish against black or dark grey legs. A white dog will contrast brilliantly, but any excess chalking will be exposed to the entire world. In many countries, exhibitors show in jeans, high heeled boots, ripped tee-shirts it s all a matter of When in Rome but neat, clean and respectful attire is always the best bet. GROOMING FOR THE SHOWRING Hopefully, your Bull Terrier is always ready for head to toe examination with short toenails, clean teeth and ears, a gleaming coat without calluses, stains or dandruff and hard, fit muscling on a frame covered with exactly the right amount of weight.

26 (hahahahahaha!!!) OK, reality check that s about as likely for the average bestloved-friend as that you yourself are always perfectly maintained. For basic supplies before you present your darling to the World s critical eye you will need: 1. A block of "French White" grooming chalk. 2. Very sharp little scissors and very fine (at least 36 tooth) one-sided thinning shears 3. A human hair dressing product called "cholesterol"... I use Queen Helene. 4. A dog product called "Chalk Mate". 5. "Gold Bond Extra Strength Medicated Powder (in the GREEN bottle) 6. Human "Clown White" makeup from a theatrical supply company. I use "Mehron" in an 8-oz tub. 7."Loose" White Chalk in a big tub, (I use "Winners Circle" Terrier Chalk or Gator, if I can get it.) and a human cosmetic brush or velvet pad applicator 8. A bottle of "Waterless Shampoo" (a purple liquid you can use to clean without water), and a spray bottle to apply it with. 9. Several hand towels and washcloths, and a bath towel to cover the grooming table or crate. Bathe your Bully the day before the show. When (s)he is almost dry, lightly work the cholesterol into the coat, all over. This will make her/him shine, and keep them from getting flaky dandruff, which shows up something awfully on a dark coat. Clip the facial whiskers with scissors, or use a beard & moustache clipper if you are fortunate enough to own one, and do NOT forget the ones above the eyes, or on the cheeks. Trim the toenails I use a 2 speed cordless Dremel grinding tool; it s more precise and has less risk of drawing blood. Using the thinning shears, very slowly trim the underside of the tail so that there is no "feathering" on it, just a thick, tapered-to-apoint "whip". Do the same down the back of the legs, especially if your dog has a tendency towards feathering like a setter. You should look at any areas where hair growth changes direction; the backs of the legs and throat are the most noticeable. You are NOT trying to cut all the hair off, just making it so that none sticks out. If you are at all unsure of what I'm talking about, wait & ask for help at the show from someone who has done this before. On the morning of the show, get there early and buy most of these products at the show. They will be cheaper than online or at a pet store, and you can see what you are getting. In the NorthEast USA, CherryBrook is a good stall to start at.

27 To make up your Bully for the ring, start right next to the black part of the nose & lips spreading the clown white smoothly into the skin over any pink/white areas of the face, working up towards the eyes, and always in the direction of the hair growth. This should not be "caked on" but a well worked-in film of whiteness. Using the puff, dab the loose chalk all over the white and Clown-whited areas. Vigorously blow off any loose chalk, or use a soft brush to get rid of the loose stuff; it is a BIG no-no to have "foreign substances on your dog. Use a cloth moistened with dry shampoo to clean any white stains off any colored parts of the face. Rub the white legs and feet with the Chalkmate so they are barely damp, then sprinkle them well with the Gold Bond. It is very "menthol-y" so DO NOT put it on faces, yours or your dogs! (But boy, does it cover foot & leg stains!) Work it in with your fingertips, vigorously, roughing up the hair on the foot & leg. Lightly smooth more cholesterol on the body and wipe down really well with a terry-cloth hand towel. Do NOT use any chalk or other loose stuff on the body, just on the face and legs. Before you actually go in the ring, blow on the face again, and make sure there are no clumps of "goo" or areas of caked-on chalk... this is the ultimate in "natural" make-up! Bring a baggie, and break off a piece of the block-chalk for your pocket so if needed you can do a really sneaky touch-up just before you go in the ring. It is extremely embarrassing to have a dog shake in the ring and vanish in a white cloud of illegal substances. Don t do it to yourself, or the judge. Slinking out of the ring because you ve been excused is no way to start a show career. After much trial and error, I use a light weight metal choke and a white bridleleather show-lead for the boys. The collar is much larger than recommended, because I want it to drop well back on the shoulder when the dog is standing. My girls are usually shown on a white latigo-leather lead, that looks like it wouldn't hold a Chihuahua, but I am so extraneous to their efforts in the ring that I could show them on dental floss. I don t like nylon either for collars or leads; it saws at your hands and at the dogs' necks, but if you are going to use it, use a round white nylon choke and matching lead. I always have several sets in my tack box, because they are very strong. Many people like to use a round white rope slip lead. Several exhibitors in the US and UK will have some to sell; ask around if you see them being used at a show and want to try them. For bait, buy frozen sliced beef liver. Thaw it slightly and simmer it in enough water to cover for about 15 minutes. Then lay it on Tin Foil (VERY important!!!) on a cookie sheet. Spread a thin layer of chopped garlic on it. I use the stuff in the jars that they sell at the supermarkets; it s very concentrated and a

28 little goes a long way. Bake it very slowly at about 300 degrees, turning it every 15 minutes or so until it is dried out. Cut it in small cubes, and freeze it in manageable size baggies. It'll keep a long time in the freezer. It STINKS. Use the baggies in your pockets to keep the liver from wrecking your clothes. You will eventually want to own a grooming table as it saves your back, and a set of wheels to haul your crate & other paraphernalia around on... possibly also an aluminum tack box. Start with the basics, though, before you spend a fortune on the "trimmings". At the heart of showing your dog must be that it is a pleasure; that you are presenting to the world your Bully, who makes you proud and joyful, and that you are participating in a sport that is designed to showcase the best Bull Terriers that breeders and exhibitors can produce. Go forth and conquer graciously, or lose with a smile and a handshake. Never forget that every exhibitor loves their own dog as much as you love yours; to criticize the judging is to imply that somebody s Darling didn t deserve to win, not just that you believe that YOUR Darling did. Go home and weep into your pillow, or kick the door, just don t do it where anyone else can see or hear you. If you win, don t gloat! The only thing uglier than a bitter loser is a smug winner tomorrow may be a very different day and no one ever forgets the disrespect of the arrogant. It s just a dog show, in the end you had best be happy that you are going home with the dog you arrived with in the morning. See you at the Shows! Victoria & the Corsaire Bull Terriers

29 Litter News... November 2008 Imperial Bull Terriers Imperial Babies 7 pups born 9/14/08 Sire: Cool Conquistador at Crossgarley Dam: Ch Flashbaks Amazing Grace & 2 white females, 2 white males, 1 blk brindle male, 1 blk brindle female, 1 red female Contact Jake and Heather Jones at: imperialbullies@yahoo.com Ch. Dazlin Defiance Buoys Wendigo Sarah in Sable 5 Pups born on Oct 17, boys, one brindle,one black brindle, one white (brindle patch) 2 girls, one white, brindle patch, one black brindle Wendigo Bull Terriers Contact: Elizabeth Hennessy DVM wendigobt@yahoo.com Due to Whelp...on Nov 17 Ch. TNG N Buoy s Concrete Blonde X Madcap Veni Vidi Vici TNG & Madcap Bull Terriers 7-8 pups confirmed on Ultasound Contact Jane Killion at: Madcapbt@ptd.net