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

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1 September/October 2010 Serving Chicago, Northern Illinois, Wisconsin and Eastern Iowa Website: Editor: Angela Mertens 4109 Springbrook Ct Pleasant Prairie, WI (262) President s Column Cissy Sullivan Happy Fall Season to you all. I personally would not have believed that this season was upon us when participating in our last NCNC event, the Draft test! The temps touched 80 degrees with sunny skies by the afternoon. I wondered where all that warm sunny weather was during our Water Test!! Both events were very successful regardless of the weather conditions. Even the best executed, organized plans by committees only have so much control over Mother Nature. We won t have to worry about that when looking forward to our Ed Day and General Membership meeting being held Sunday, November 22nd in Highland Park. The line up of speakers and displays shows great promise of being a wonderful opportunity for gaining new information in regards to medical issues and emergency situations with our dogs, as well as a SHOW and TELL shared about Newfoundland collectibles and memorabilia. Ted Meeker has been working to put all this together for all our benefits. I am hoping that all of you will be able to join Ted and us for a great day. More details and specifics are published within this newsletter. For our Someone You Should Know section of this newsletter, you all probably know part of the highlighted team but not all. I was contacted by with an inquiry about doing therapy visits. I carefully asked questions regarding limitations, and restrictions mostly concerned about the facility and their demands or concerns. I soon found out that this inquiry was for a visit to a private home with NO restrictions or limitations. I considered my two furkids who both have their CGC and TDI certifications. Rainbo, who has a wonderful sweet loving disposition would have been great, but is not confident with certain surfaces underfoot. Owen with his ortho limitations would not be a choice. I then thought of a team that could fill this request, a team that had worked and shown success in all areas necessary to earn a VN title, a team that have done some visitations but not on a formal basis. So I called on Macy. Macy owns Dona Baker and when asking if they would consider doing a home visit, Macy and Dona were pleased to help. Macy's easy, consistent and steady disposition makes for a great fit in being a GOOD WILL AMBASSADOR. I corresponded back and forth with Susan Angell who was setting this up for her 96 year old father, Charles. Mr. Angell has made it clear that the Newfoundland breed is his breed of choice and has always been throughout his life, having owned three Newfs. Susan stated that her father had not had the pleasure of being around a Newfoundland for some years now, and if this could take place what a treat it would be. Continued Page 9

2 page 2 Newf News November/December 2010 Senior Birthdays November 11/16/ Blackie (CH Dryads Blackwatch Little Bear CD RE DD TDI/CGC) Rick Torres & Melissa L. Torres 11/29/ Lucy (Castaway Lucille Ball of Fur) Mark and Kate O'Connor December 12/2/ Doc (CH. TipTop's Doc Lotta Love Holiday) Mark & Linda Larsen 12/10/ Kenneth (BlueMoon's Kenneth R. Louis, WD DD) Christine Brigham 12/10/ Annie (BlueMoon's Wanderlust) Christine Brigham 12/10/ Hobbes (BlueMoon's Kates Grayson) Christine Brigham 12/20/ Misty (Mystical Princess) Barb & Andrew Roberts Lotta Love Bakery Submitted by Linda Larsen Ingredients: 1 cup molasses 4 tablespoons honey 1 cup water ½ cup vegetable oil 6 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger or one tsp. dried powder ginger Gingerbread Dog Treats Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine the molasses, honey, water, and oil in a medium bowl. In another large bowl mix the flour, the baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and ginger. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Combine well. Divide this dough in four sections and roll each piece into a ball, wrap each ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 5 hours. After the dough is well-chilled Put dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll dough out into 1/4" thickness. Cut dough with a cookie cutter into gingerbread men or other fun shapes. You could use carob bits to form the eyes and buttons if you like. Bake minutes, or until cookies are lightly browned around the edges and firm. These are great fun for you and your Newf. They make great gifts for your doggie friends too. 1. The Birthday List is a free and perpetual list for club member s dog six years or Editor s Notes older, repeating automatically. It is the owner s responsibility to notify the Newf News immediately of any change. 2. Contributions to Newf News are welcome and can be submitted by (preferred method), Fax or mail. Memorials are free. Brags are free and are limited to the following information: Registered Name of Newfoundland, Call Name, Owner s Name(s), Date of Brag and Brag. Custom Brags and Memorials can include photos and are available at paid advertising rates. Articles from other publications may be submitted to Newf News, but must be accompanied by written permission from the author or publication. Submissions will be printed at the discretion of the Editor. 3. Contents of articles are the opinions of the authors and not necessarily the opinions of NCNC or NCA. NCA has no control over the contents of this newsletter. Articles in Newf News are not intended to give specific advice. Consult your veterinarian for concerns about health or behavior. 4. Litter announcements are limited to NCNC members only. No ads will be accepted from companies or individual selling animals. 5. Newf News rates: Litter Announcements $5, 1-50 words $5, Quarter Page $10, Half Page $15, Full Page $ Newf News submittal deadline is the 1st of January, March, May, July, September and November. Articles, notices and ads not received by the deadline will be placed in the following newsletter. NCNC Board of Directors President: Cissy Sullivan Vice-President: Cathy Hartke Treasurer: Christine Brigham Secretary: Sharon Nummer Member: Tara Bertrand Member: John Jackman Member: Linda Larsen Member: John Mertens Member: Kathy Van Wie

3 Newf News November/December 2010 page 3 BRIGHT STARS CONSTELLATION PRIZE (Maia) Owners: Dona Baker and Mike Austin September 19, 2010: Maia earned her Water Dog (WD) title at North Central Newfoundland Clubs water test. Makepeace China Bear CD, WD (Panda) Owners : Mark and Kate O'Connor and Chris and Ivan Rakyta May 21st, 2010: Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite Sex, Greater Clarksburg KC, Marietta, OH May 22nd, 2010:Winners Bitch, Best of Winners and Best of Opposite Sex, Greater Clarksburg KC, Marietta, OH May 23rd, 2010: Winners Bitch, Best of Winners and Best of Opposite Sex, Blennerhassett KC, Marietta, OH May 31st, 2010: Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite Sex, Cincinnati KC, Hamilton, OH CH Blackwatch Ted Williams CD RN TOD (New Champion) Owners: Melissa Torres & Rick Torres & Joan E. Gunn Raven finished his Championship in Rapid City, SD on Monday 10/25. Results from his trip west were: October 23rd, 2010: WD (2 points) October 24th, 2010: WD/BW (5 points) October 25th, 2010: 10/25: WD (1 point) Blackwatch Eleanors Eclipes CD,WRD,DD (Nellie) Owners: Jason & Pam Bloomfield and Joan Gunn August 14th, 2010: RiverKing Kennel Club earned her WRD October 24th, 2010: Rapid City Kennel Club went BOS for 5pt.Major October 25th, 2010: Rapid City Kennel Club BW for 4pt. Major October 29th, 2010: Sioux Falls Kennel Club BW October 31st, 2010: Sioux Falls Kennel Club BW TO FINISH HER VN (Pending) Show & Tell LAST CALL Anyone interested in chairing or co chairing a NCNC upcoming event in 2011 please send an /letter of intent to: blackpawsx12@yahoo.com.on or before December 1st, After that time no further names will be accepted. Chairs, budgets and some dates will be set at the December Board meeting. Chair positions available are: Annual Picnic, Water Work Seminar, Water Test, Draft Test, Education Day. Please note: Even if you have chaired the event in the past, we still need to know if you are willing to be considered for a future event. Thank you 7th Annual Newfiepalooza Fundraiser for Rescue Saturday, March 19, 2011 Mark Your Calendars NOW and save the date!! We re considering hosting a CHIC DNA collection clinic and are looking for someone or a group of people who are willing to spearhead that portion. The DNA collected is for future research initiatives. Only 5-10 cc s of blood is needed from ALL NEWFS: show dogs, pet dogs, healthy dogs, and sick dogs; which will provide enough DNA for hundreds of health studies. This clinic will give a quick and easy opportunity for anyone in attendance to have their dogs DNA collected. If you re interested in helping with this or any part of Newfiepalooza, please contact Rhonda or Karen for more information. Please keep checking the NCNC website for the most recent updates and information!

4 page 4 Newf News November/December Water Test In Spite of Cool Weather and Rain a Great Water Test On Sunday, September 19th, the NCNC held its 2010 Water Test at Muskego Park in Muskego, Wisconsin. Much of the test day there was on and off heavy rain at times drenching judges, stewards, handlers and spectators. However, the dogs didn t seem to mind a bit! There were 25 entrants including 14 juniors, 11 seniors, and alternates hoping to get in. At the end of the day there were 4 junior qualifiers and 1 senior qualifier. Many thanks to our judges, Lori Littleford and Sue Marino, who cheered and encouraged entrants as much as we did. They made everyone feel like a winner. Also a big thank you to our stewards, Dave Kledzik, Mark O Connor, Nancy Long, Darlene Ratner, Sue Matzke, Pam and Jason Bloomfield, Justin Calaway, Mary Trauernicht, John Pearson, Cherry Buckley, Mike Truesdill, Tara Martin (also test secretary), Woody Woodrich, Ted Meeker, and Damien Burke. The evening before the test we had a fabulous banquet and raffle/auction. A special thanks to Dona Baker for her work on this and to Tara Martin s son, Zack made donuts and chips for everyone to enjoy. Many others helped out throughout the day. Congratulations to our qualifiers. They are: Brite Star s Constellation Prize (Maia) handled by Dona Baker, new WD; Ch Tresor s Star of Logy Bay, UD, RE (Trot) handled by Ana Lorenz, new WD; Ethel Mae Dakota Bear Meeker (Ethel) handled by Ted Meeker, new WD; Snowdrift s Light My Fire (Arson) handled by Cherilyn Antin, new WD and Northshore Abby Normal (Abby) handled by Jamerson Rolseth, new WRD. Congratulations to all our entrants. They are all successful as they experienced the joy of working and bonding with their Newfs, We are grateful for our many volunteers who give so freely of their time and talents to make this and every other event possible and successful. If you missed this one, be sure to come for the day next year, or, better yet, get your Newf in the water! See you in the water next year! Water Test Committee: Roger Danielsen, Tara Martin, Secretary, Joan Gunn, Chief Steward and Dona Baker, Banquet

5 Newf News November/December 2010 page Draft Test Rattner; Chief Steward, Cissy Sullivan; Co-Chair Patti Zirpoli and all the stewards and volunteers. Special thanks to Tara Bertrand for her hospitality table and Halloween decor! OUTSTANDING. During our day we had approximately 70 spectators. Successful qualifiers were: On October 10 th NCNC held it's 25th. Draft Test. It was our 2nd Year at Nippersink Forest Preserve. Judges for the day were Christine Brigham and Patti Pigeon. My thanks to the judges and entrants. Your participation made our test a great success. Thanks goes to the Test Secretary, Darlene NEW DD: Timbermist's Catch A Wave (Marlin) Handler: Cheri Nicholas CH Tresors Star of Logy Bay, UD RE WD (Trot) Handler: Anna Lorenz CH Golden Oaks Moon Chaser, CD RA WRD CGC (Henry) Handler: Sue Putt REQUALIFIERS: VN CH Council Cup's Total Eclipse of Culpepper, CD RE WRD DD CGC TDI (Clipper) Handler: Barbara Lukacs-Grob Congratulations to EVERYONE for a job well done!

6 page 6 Newf News November/December NCNC Education Day Where: Heller Nature Center Highland Park, IL When: November 21st, 2010 Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Event: Emergency Medical/First Aid for Newfoundlands: A seminar conducted by Gina Falish CVT and a Veterinary Doctor from Animal Emergency Treatment Center, Grayslake, Illinois. Medical issues discussed during the seminar will be: bloat (symptoms and initial emergency treatment), CPR for dogs and emergency and routine first aid. There will be two emergency clinicians to talk on bloat and a staff cardiologist to discuss heart disease. As it affects Newfoundlands, heart disease is a subject close to all our hearts. They will also provide a CPR training session and present their Blood Donor Program We will have many excellent hand-outs for medical Issues included for you to take home. We will raffle Home and Auto Dog Emergency First Aid Kits. To buy tickets by mail, make check payable to NCNC and send to: Ted Meeker, 1202 Lorelei Dr, Zion, IL In conjunction with the Seminar will be Newfies in Art and Literature. There will be a display of Newfie Art from the 1800 s to date. Books, both antique and new, will be displayed for the enjoyment of Club members. (Note: No art or book items will be for sale) If you have a favorite piece of Newfie art (painting/print/object d art) or book you would like to share, please contact the Ed Day Chair Ted Meeker@Newfyx4@comcast.net. We are looking for the following items to display: paintings, lithographs, etchings, sculptures and books, especially antique pieces. WANTED: Volunteers to help set-up and tear-down for the event. Volunteers to bring a side dish, chips or desert to share. We are especially looking for some chili experts to bring chili to warm us up, and for those adventurous souls, make Chili Dogs! There will be a General Membership Meeting and lunch will be served. NCNC 2010 Education Day Raffle Two great prizes - Two winners Home & auto first aid kits for dogs Tickets $1 each or 6 for $5 Name Address Phone NCNC 2010 Education Day Raffle Two great prizes - Two winners Home & auto first aid kits for dogs Tickets $1 each or 6 for $5 Name Address Phone NCNC 2010 Education Day Raffle Two great prizes - Two winners Home & auto first aid kits for dogs Tickets $1 each or 6 for $5 Name Address Phone

7 Newf News November/December page 7 Dear members, Several months ago a club member, concerned over proposed federal legislation, asked the board if NCNC was a member of the Illinois Federation of Dog Clubs and Owners. We were not, but told the member we would look into it. Since our club territory encompasses IL, WI and IA, other federations were explored as well. Joining any of the federations as a club was pricey, but membership for individuals is very reasonable. Since pet legislation that will negatively impact your right to own and/or breed is being enacted all across the country, the board felt that even though we as a club could not join, we would like to present the information to the membership for those who may wish to become involved. Any opinion stated below is solely that of the author and does not necessarily reflect the views of the board, it s individual members or NCNC. Respectfully, Kathy Van Wie What are state dog federations? Dog federations are generally non profit organizations that promote responsible dog ownership, monitor legislation and inform it s members of pending legislation. They try to ensure that any legislation enacted will not negatively impact pet owners and responsible breeders in their respective states. The following is a mission statement from Illinois Dog Federation Clubs and Owners Mission Statement IFDCO's mission is to provide information and education to kennel clubs in Illinois and their members, dog owners, rescue community, and elected officials so that legislation and regulation will promote the health and well-being, appropriate care of all dogs, protect the rights and responsibilities of dog owners and breeders, and support responsible dog ownership. Below is a list of federations for the states within NCNC s territory as well as the surrounding states that some of our members reside within. Illinois Dog Federation Clubs and Owners: Membership: Individual A - Non Voting $25.00 Illinois Dog Clubs and Breeders Association: Membership: Individual - $45.00 Dog Federation of Wisconsin: Membership: Individual non-voting $15.00, Individual voting $25.00 Indiana Purebred Dog Alliance: Membership: Individual $25.00, Household $40.00 Michigan Association for Purebred Dogs:: Membership: Individual $15.00, Couple $25.00 Iowa Alliance For Responsible Dog Ownership: (cannot find a working link) Much of the pending and proposed legislation such as mandatory spay/neuter, breed bans, dog limit laws and unreasonable/expensive requirements and restrictions placed on *all* breeders, is a very real threat to your right to own a pet and a breeder s right to breed quality animals, which in turn greatly impacts your ability to purchase a quality pet. Much of the legislation will even impact rescue organizations. Here are just a few quotes from the Presidents of the two largest animal rights organizations. These organizations are very much behind and/or support most of the legislation being proposed. Wayne Pacelle, President of the Humane Society of the United States We have no ethical obligation to preserve the different breeds of livestock produced through selective breeding...one

8 page 8 Newf News November/December 2010 generation and out. We have no problems with the extinction of domestic animals. They are creations of human selective Animal People News, May 1993 We are going to use the ballot box and the democratic process to stop all hunting in the United States... We will take it species by species until all hunting is stopped in California. Then we will take it state by state. Full Cry magazine, Oct 1990 While Wayne s second quote relates to hunting, this same approach is being used by HSUS to promote anti-breeding legislation across the country. Ingrid Newkirk, President of People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals The bottom line is that people don't have the right to manipulate or to breed dogs and cats... If people want toys, they should buy inanimate objects. If they want companionship, they should seek it with their own kind. Animals, May 1993 In the end, I think it would be lovely if we stopped this whole notion of pets altogether. Newsday, Feb 1988 There is no hidden agenda. If anybody wonders about -- what s this with all these reforms -- you can hear us clearly. Our goal is total animal liberation. [emphasis added] Animal Rights 2002 convention, Jun 2002 I don t use the word 'pet.' I think it s speciesist language. I prefer 'companion animal.' For one thing, we would no longer allow breeding. community could not create different breeds. There would be no pet shops. If people had companion animals in their homes, those animals would have to be refugees from the animal shelters and the streets. You would have a protective relationship with them just as you would with an orphaned child. But as the surplus of cats and dogs (artificially engineered by centuries of forced breeding) declined, eventually companion animals would be phased out, and we would return to a more symbiotic relationship enjoyment at a distance. The Harper's Forum Book, Jack Hitt, ed., 1989, p.223 How can you protect your right to own animals? Know the difference between animal welfare and animal rights groups. Animal welfare groups are working to see that all animals are treated humanely with proper housing, nutrition, health care, exercise and humane euthanasia as necessary. Terminology generally used by these groups is owner and pet. Animal rights groups seek to abolish the use of animals for food, clothing, hunting, breeding, medical research, entertainment, guide dogs, assistance dogs and to see that all ownership of animals comes to an end. Common terminology used is guardian vs. owner and companion animal vs. pet. Become aware of proposed and pending legislation that seeks to impact pet ownership at both the federal and local levels. AKC legislative alerts: Become involved. Use the links above to monitor pending national and local legislation in your home state. Write to your federal/state legislators and oppose legislation that would infringe upon your right to own a pet. Each of the state links above provide easy access to their various legislators, some even offer a sample letter to streamline the process. If so inclined, join your state s federation. Individual memberships are very reasonable. Membership information is available on the websites. The subject of pet legislation is huge and volumes could be written. This article is only intended as a brief overview. For more information and additional resources, please visit NCA Legislative Action Center National Animal Interest Alliance American Dog Owner s Association Pet Law website & Yahoo group

9 Newf News November/December 2010 page 9 In Loving Memory of Starr King Sails Winterseas CGC "Sailor" 10/22/99-10/02/2010 Big boy, big paws, big heart. He left a giant sized hole in our hearts with his passing. Rest well sweet boy, you earned it. Kathy & Steve Van Wie Bearscamp s Kentucky Ruffian Brando June 11, 2001 October 19, 2010 To my sweet boy - you were the best friend a person could ask for and I miss you more than words can express... You are forever in my heart Karen Clancy New Member Application Todd & Amy Nathan 2155 Scotch Pine Lane, Northbrook, IL Associate member Sponsors: Linda Larson and Karen Clancy Mr. Angell is a retired Lt. Col. and business owner. He came to own his President s Column (continued) first Newf while still in the service. Ranger entered the Angell's life quite by accident. Ranger was roaming loose in Colorado while the family was passing through and when the Angell's went to return him to the owner they asked to adopt him and that s when the LOVE AFFAIR with Newfoundland s began. After that the Angell's would have two more Newfoundlands, Joe and Rufus coming from a kennel here in Illinois. Our visit was a great one, filled with wonderful conversation and reminiscing. I brought lots of enlarged photos to share. Mr. Angell was interested in seeing a Landseer (he said he had only seen one before) and did not know that Brown and Gray were also acceptable colors within the Newfoundland standard. Mr. Angell had a treasured newspaper article that sits on a table next to his chair. He wished to share it with us. It was an article from 2004 with a picture of a Newfoundland dog sitting on the back of a boat with its owner rowing. The article does NOT get put away and is looked at everyday. It was Bruce Karger from PA. Mr. Angell was delighted that we knew Bruce and said what a small world this is. Macy was the epitome of a Gentle Giant. She was very cautious of Mr. Angell s feet and would go just close enough to touch them but not stand or sit on them. There was lots of petting and even a visit from Susan s small dog as well. The hour visit in Glencoe was a HAPPY one, and seemed to fly past. Before we left, Mr. Angell made sure we had exchanged names and numbers and that a return visit might be set up. Our return visit is being planned and we will be bringing a container of past Newf Tides to give to Mr. Angell courtesy of Mary L. Price. Thank you Macy, Dona, Mr. Angell, Susan and Gina (House and Caretaker) for allowing this to happen, and for the opportunity to show another WONDERFUL facet of our beloved breed. These are all the SOMEONES you should know. Newfoundly, Cissy Sullivan

10 page 10 Newf News November/December 2010 Newf News North Central Newfoundland Club Angela Mertens - Editor 4109 Springbrook Court Pleasant Prairie, WI The next General Membership meeting will be held on Education day, November 21st. What s inside: President s Column 1 Senior Birthdays 2 Lotta Love Bakery 2 Board of Directors 2 Show & Tell 3 Last Call for Committees 3 Newfiepalooza 3 Water Test 4 Draft Test 5 Education Day 6 Dog Federations 7 New Member Applications 9 Notices and Announcements 9 Dates to Remember November 21st, 2010: Education Day and General Membership Meeting, Heller Nature Center, Highland Park, IL December 2nd, 2010: Board Meeting, Glo-Bowl, Marengo, IL January 1st, 2011: Newf News Deadline Saturday, March 19, 2011: 7th Annual Newfiepalooza Fundraiser for Rescue Aprl 9th and 10th, 2011: Regional Speciality, Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, IL