Spinone Club of America National Specialty Week May 14 20, 2016

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1 Spinone Club of America National Specialty Week May 14 20, 2016 Holiday Inn Downtown Everett, Washington Complete Specialty Information Available at: NOTICE: THE SCOA ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING WILL BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY MAY 18TH AT THE HOLIDAY INN DOWNTOWN EVERETT FOLLOWING DINNER SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 1

2 Let The Tide Bring You In SCHEDULE OF EVENTS All Events at Host Hotel (Holiday Inn Downtown), unless otherwise noted Saturday May 14 Sunday May 15 Monday May 16 Tuesday May 17 Wednesday May 18 Thursday May 19 Friday May 20 AKC HUNT TEST & AKC WATER TEST Carlson s Canine Country Club, 2412 Neal Rd SE, Fall City, WA (see page 17) AKC HUNT TEST & AKC WATER TEST Carlson s Canine Country Club,, 2412 Neal Rd SE, Fall City, WA (see page 17) Late Afternoon registration check-in begins NAVHDA HUNT TEST Carlson s Canine Country Club 2412 Neal Rd SE, Fall City, WA Registration continues Rally Obedience Fun seminar Regina Osborne Juniors Welcome Reception AKC SANCTIONED MATCH Judge: Ms. Sue Acquistapace BRACCO ITALIANO FUN MATCH Judge: Ms. Debby Forry National Specialty Welcome Reception Dog Meet Bird Seminar Breed Education Seminar, Open to all Registrants Junior HandlingSeminar "The Detailed Eye" Grooming Seminar Canine Massage Seminar SCOA PUPPY & VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES, Mrs. Mary Faeth BRACCO ITALIANO SWEEPSTAKES, Mrs. Mary Faeth SCOA NATIONAL JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP Judge: Mrs. Chris Levy SCOA NATIONAL SPECIALTY SHOW Judge: Ms. Annette (Antonia) Wijnsouw BRACCO ITALIANO NATIONAL SPECIALTY SHOW Judge: Ms. Annette (Antonia) Wijnsouw LUNCH (at judge s discretion) Reading Canine Body Language Seiminar DINNER SCOA Annual Business Meeting following dinner SCOA NATIONAL SPECIALTY OBEDIENCE TRIAL Judges: Mr. Christopher Cornell & Ms. Debbie Addicoat SCOA NATIONAL SPECIALTY RALLY TRIAL Judge: Christopher Cornell LUNCH (at judge s discretion) Canine Good Citizen Testing concurrent with Obedience & Rally Health Clinics OFA Eye Exams and Blood Draws Dr. Cynthia Smith DVM, "Canine Reproduction Seminar" Ms. Annette (Antonia) Wijnsouw Breed Seminar DINNER - SCOA Auction Everett Holiday Inn SCOA Parent Club Specialty Show Junior Showmanship Judge: Mr. Michael Faulkner SCOA Parent Club Specialty Show Judge: Mr. Michael Faulkner LUNCH (at judge s discretion) Spinone Olympics & Costume Contest SCOA Awards Banquet & Parade of Veterans SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL

3 ENTRY CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 2016, 12:00PM PDT After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or altered or substituted except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules, or Chapter 1, Section 16 of Obedience Regulations. Premium List Spinone Club of America National Specialty Week May 14 20, 2016 (Member of the American Kennel Club) Unbenched Indoors Show Hours: 7:00AM - 7:00PM each day THIS PREMIUM CONTAINS: National Specialty Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes Tuesday, May 17 Event # National Specialty Junior Showmanship Wednesday, May 18 Event # National Specialty Conformation Wednesday, May 18 Event # National Specialty Obedience Trial Thursday, May 19 Event # National Specialty Rally Trial Thursday, May 19 Event # Parent Specialty Friday, May 20 Event # Parent Specialty Jr. Showmanship Friday, May 20 Event # Holiday Inn Downtown 3105 Pine St., Everett, Washington 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 BaRay Event Services, Inc. A.K.C. ANNUALLY LICENSED SUPERINTENDENTS MEMBER: DOG SHOW SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION SHEILA RAYMOND BECKY SUMNER JANE ANDERSON JESSICA BAKER CHUCK ST. JOHN SHARON SAMSON P.O. BOX 508, BURLINGTON, WA PHONE: FAX: HAND-DELIVERED, EXPRESS or PRIORITY, FEDEX or UPS: 113 E. FAIRHAVEN AVE., BURLINGTON, WA (do NOT require signature) dogshows@barayevents.com WEB SITE: BaRayEvents.com OFFICE HOURS 10AM-5PM MON.-FRI. Like us on FACEBOOK 2016 SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 3

4 OFFICERS OF THE SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA President...Mike McLeland Treasurer... Don Lamoureux BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL Vice-President...Bobbi Benson Secretary...Sue Acquistapace PO Box 60886, Fairbanks, AK SCOASecretary@gmail.com Dan Graff, Ros Duda, Jack Clendenny AKC Delegate Karen Luckey Membership Secretary: Laura Penfold NATIONAL SPECIALTY EVENT COMMITTEE National Specialty Chair... Rebecca Van Ess W. Snoqualmie Valley Rd NE, Duvall, WA Assistant Show Chair Obedience & Rally Chair Sweepstakes Chair... Debby Forry Obedience & Rally Assistant Chair...Serenity Hallgren and all officers of the club NATIONAL SPECIALTY COMMITTEE CHAIRS Specialty Registrar... Brenda Pedersen & Barb Daniello Auction & Raffle... Mary Faeth & Stacey Belt Merchandise... Rebecca VanEss, AnneMarie Kaighin, Daina Hodges Sanctioned Match... Debby Forry, Susie Pool Veterans Parade... Stacey Belt & Gigi Comer Photo Contest... Mieke & Helena Van Ess Health Clinics...Karen Moodie, DVM Trophies & Sponsors... Liz Westerhaus & Rebecca Van Ess Hotel Liaison... Rebecca Van Ess Judges & Breed Education... Suzanne Hudson Spinone Olympics & Costume Contest... Ros Duda All Hunting Events... AKC-Alyssa Pease, NAVHDA-Penny Masar Event Logos... Maha Elkhoury Hanna Vendors...Daina Hodges Welcome Bags...Brenda Corder Pedersen, Ros Duda Table Favors...Rebecca Van Ess Catalog Advertising...Anne Cook Rainbow Bridge...Gigi Comer Grounds... Alan & Valarie Bush Seminar Coordinator...Anne Cook Junior Showmanship Event Coordinator...Jamie Austad & SCOA Juniors' Committee Grooming Reservations... Debby Forry 2016 JUDGES NATIONAL SPECIALTY (MAY 17-19) Breed: Ms. Annette (Antonia) Wijnsouw [91378]... Bergsebann 28, 4726 Se Heerle, NET Junior Showmanship: Mrs. Chris A Levy [6368] th Ave NE, Salem, OR Sweepstakes: Mrs. Mary Faeth... P.O. Box 6, Petaluma, CA Obedience & Rally: Mr. Christopher Cornell [4173]...62 Bon Jon View Way, Sequim, WA Obedience Team: Ms. Deborah Addicoat* [93559] NE 108th St, Carnation, WA PARENT SPECIALTY (MAY 20) Breed & Jr. Showmanship: Mr. Michael Faulkner [5709]... PO Box 208, Center Cross, VA *One or more breeds assigned approved as provisional/permit by AKC OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER Janice Baginski Photography janicebaginskiphotog@gmail.com Only the official photographer may take award photos; no one will be allowed to shoot over the photographer s shoulder when official award photos are being taken.

5 ENTRY FEES AKC Recording and Event Fees are included, where applicable. HIGHEST PRICED CLASS CONSIDERED FIRST ENTRY All conformation, sweepstakes, obedience and rally should be mailed to: BaRay Event Services, P.O. Box 508, 113 E. Fairhaven, Ave., Burlington, WA 98233, Make all checks and money orders payable in U.S. Funds to: BaRay Event Services. CONFORMATION First Entry of Each Dog...$32 Each Additional Entry of Same Dog in Conformation...$24 Puppy Classes (6-9 & 9-12 mos.) & Bred By Exhibitor First Entry...$24 Non-Regular Conformation Class as a First Entry...$18 Junior Showmanship Only, or as an additional class...$10 Sweepstakes (dog must be entered in a regular class)...$18 Veteran Sweepstakes (dog need not be entered in a regular class...$18 Parade of Veterans...No Fee OBEDIENCE Regular or Optional Titled Classes First Entry of Each Dog...$32 Regular or Optional Titled Classes as an Additional Entry...$24 Non-Regular Obedience Classes - First Entry...$18 RALLY Rally Classes First Entry of Each Dog...$32 Rally Classes as an Additional Entry...$24 See page 20 for entry submission guidelines. SHOW & EMERGENCY VETERINARIAN Diamond Veterinary Associates Animal Emergency Clinic of Everett 3625 Rucker Avenue, Everett, WA Hour Veterinary Hospital/7 days a week Directions: (approx.5 minutes) Exit Hotel, turn right (north) on Pine Street to Pacific Avenue (the first cross-street). Turn left onto Pacfic Avenue. Follow Pacfic Avenue, crossing Broadway, to Rucker Ave. Turn left. Clinic is about 5 blocks up on your left. VENDOR BOOTH SPACE AT THE SCOA 2016 NATIONAL SPECIALTY Vendors are invited to have booths at our show. Deadline for Vendor Space April 1, Vendor space includes tables, chair(s), and electricity. Please contact Daina Hodges for more information and pricing. Daina Hodges ~ 5827 Prospect Drive, Missoula, MT standfastinmontana@gmail.com DON'T MISS OUT ON THE ALL-BREED SHOWS IN THE AREA FOUR DAYS ON SAME SITE IN LYNDEN, WASHINGTON Approximately 1.5 hours north of Everett at Lynden, WA. All rings are indoors. MT. BAKER KENNEL CLUB, INC. FRIDAY* & SATURDAY, MAY 20-21, 2016 *Spinone Italiano not offered on Friday. Saturday Best In Show: Steve Hayden. Sporting Group & Spinone Italiano: Elizabeth Muthard. BELL VERNON KENNEL ASSOCIATION SUNDAY & MONDAY, MAY 22-23, 2016 Sunday Best in Show & Spinoni Italiano: Mr. Terry Stacy. Monday Best in Show: Mrs. Jacqueline Stacy. Sporting Group & Spinoni Italiano: Mrs. Loraine Boutwell. Sporting Group: Mr. Walter Pinsker SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 5

6 HOST HOTEL & SHOW SITE All events except hunt tests will be held at the host hotel. Holiday Inn, Downtown Everett 3105 Pine St., Everett, WA or Be sure to mention you are with SCOA when making reservations to obtain the SCOA discount. Room rates: $106 (1 King or 2 Doubles) per night, plus tax. (The tax rate is 11.2%, plus additional $1 room/night for Snohomish CO TPA (Tourism Promotion area tax) all taxes are subject to change without notification, $118.87/NIGHT.) Quoted rate is good for double occupancy. There is an additional $10 charge for the 3rd and 4th adult occupying each room. Pet deposit fee is $40 one-time non-refundable fee. There will be a limit of 4 dogs per room. Owner must provide plastic sheeting under all kennels/crates & covering on bedding. Damages caused by dogs in guest rooms or on hotel property may incur additional cleaning or repair fees per the discretion of hotel management. Dogs left in guest rooms must be contained in a kennel or crate to prevent damages to the guest room and allow housekeeping to clean the rooms efficiently. Should dog owners (s) leave their dog unattended in any area of the hotel, hotel is not responsible or liable for monitoring dogs activity. When using outside grass facilities all dog owners must clean up after their dogs. Inspections may be arranged with hotel staff at time of check-in or during the week. PLEASE COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING RULES & RESTRICTIONS FOR HOTEL GUESTS WITH DOGS 1. Dogs must be crated when in guest rooms when their owners are not present. 2. Plastic is required under all crates, owners must provide their own plastic. 3. All room must be available for cleaning and ALL privacy signs must be removed by 11 a.m. each day unless prior arrangements are made. NO EXCEPTIONS. Anyone refusing service will be charged $25 per day of refused service. 4. For the safety of the hotel staff, all rooms must have a sign on the outside of the door to indicate dogs are occupying the room. The Housekeeping Staff requires that you allow cleaning daily. 5. Dogs MUST be on leash when walking in hallways or any public areas of the hotel. 6. No dogs are permitted poolside or in any restroom. 7. No bathing or grooming in the hotel rooms. Offenders are subject to eviction. 8. The use of hotel towels or linens for pets is prohibited. Upon request, the hotel will provide old sheets to guests to place over the beds in guestrooms with dogs. 9. No grooming in any public areas inside the hotel. A bathing station will be provided by SCOA with a hose and water. A grooming area will be provided and clearly marked. You must however bring your own towels. 10. Designated areas will be assigned for exercising dogs, please use only these areas and clean up after all dogs. 11. Any guest whose dog makes excessive noise will receive one warning to remedy the situation. If the problem persists after this warning, hotel management reserves the right to remove the offending dog and guest from the hotel. 12. The Group will assign a liaison to meet daily with the Head of Housekeeping and hotel management to ensure that all of its members are complying with hotel rules. Any offenders will be asked to leave the hotel immediately, with no refunds. The offending guest(s) will be held responsible for all charges in the event damage occurs to the room. 13. $40.00 non refundable deposit per room is required at check-in from the guests with dogs in rooms. Limit 4 dogs per room SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL

7 OFF-PROPERTY TRANSPORTATION Thank you for attending the 2016 SCOA National Specialty hosted here at the Holiday Inn Downtown Everett. If you are traveling by RV and staying off-property at a nearby RV-friendly camp/park and you are a Registered Guest Attendee we are happy to assist with transportation to and from the hotel. Transportation will be provided using the hotel shuttle, taxi cab, or an UBER car service depending on hours of the day requested and availability at time of request. Transportation will be covered by the hotel to and from RV parks only, additional transportation will be at the cost of the guest. Arrangements can be made the day of required service through the hotel front desk by dialing extension 0. When making a request please reference you are an attendee of the Spinone National Specialty Group and you must have your SCOA ID Name Badge and your RV Park/Camp location address ready to provide to the front desk agent(s). RV FRIENDLY CAMP/PARKS Harbour Pointe RV Park Highway 99,, Everett, WA (425) Mention SCOA and you will get a 10% discount (Harbour Pointe ONLY) Lakeside RV Park Highway 99, Everett, WA (425) Maple Grove RV Park Highway 99, Everett, WA (425) DIRECTIONS TO SHOW SITE FROM NORTH OR SOUTH ON I-5 Take exit 193 for Pacific Avenue toward WA 529/City Center. Left onto Pacific Avenue. Left onto Pine St. Destination is on the left.. AIRPORT SEA-TAC INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 40 mins/35.2 miles from Holiday Inn Everett, Downtown Hotel. HOTEL SHUTTLE FROM SEA-TAC AIRPORT "Hotel Partner Shuttle Express" $29.00 per person each way. Hotel Shuttle Service and Pet Information, or phone Below is the info from the Shuttle Express website. Please inquire directly with them as far as a price or fee for pets, as it is a 3rd party service. Getting to the airport is easy with Shuttle Express, and we welcome our guests pets! Small pets are allowed on Share Ride and private service when in an appropriate pet container with outside dimensions not to exceed 27" long x 20" wide x 19" high that can fit at your feet in the vehicle. We must be notified at time of booking. If your pet carrier does not fit at your feet, it can be put in the back. This will count as one of your checked pieces of luggage. Guests with large kennels exceeding 27" long x 20" wide x 19" high must book a private van. Exceptions: properly harnessed or leashed service animals, including seeing eye, hearing impaired, and certified search dogs, will be carried free of charge. The dogs will not be permitted to occupy a seat, but must lie at the owner's feet SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 7

8 ROSETTE & RIBBON PRIZES For both specialties and trials, where applicable, these ribbons and rosettes will be awarded. Regular Class Ribbons Conformation, Obedience & Rally First Prize... BlueRibbon Third Prize... Yellow Ribbon Second Prize... Red Ribbon Fourth Prize... White Ribbon Qualifying Score in Obedience or Rally...Dark Green Ribbon Non-Regular Class Ribbons Conformation and Obedience First Prize... Rose Ribbon Third Prize... Light Green Ribbon Second Prize... Brown Ribbon Fourth Prize... Gray Ribbon Conformation Rosettes 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 Select Dog & Select Bitch...Light Blue & White Rosette Awards of Merit (National Specialty)... Red, White & Green Rosette Awards of Merit (Parent Specialty)... Aqua, Cucumber & Gray Rosette Breeder of Best of Breed... Purple & Gray Rosette First Prize, Stud Dog, Brood Bitch or Brace...Pink Rosette Best from the Bred by Exhibitor Classes...Aqua, Jewel & Gray Rosette Best Veteran...Aqua, Jewel & Gray Rosette Best Field Dog...Aqua, Jewel & Gray Rosette Best in Sweepstakes or Veteran Sweepstakes...Pink & Green Rosette Best of Opposite Sex in Sweepstakes or Veteran Sweepstakes... Lavender Rosette Best Junior Handler...Pink & Green Rosette Parade of Veterans... Commemorative Ribbon Obedience & Rally Rosettes Highest Scoring Dog from the Regular Obedience Classes...Blue & Gold Rosette Highest Combined Score in Open B & Utility Obedience...Blue & Green Rosette GRAND CHAMPION POINTS Per AKC, Grand Chamionship points will be awarded at the judge s discretion for Best of Breed, Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed, Select Dog, Select Bitch.For more information about this program go to AWARDS OF MERIT All dogs of either sex eligible for Best of Breed competition shall be considered for these awards. At the judge s discretion, in addition to BOB, BOS, Select Dog and Select Bitch, a maximum of 3 Awards of Merit may be awarded at the National Specialty, and 3 Awards of Merit at the Parent Specialty. PRIZES Trophies, Ribbons, or other prizes, including monetary prizes, will be awarded in the ring to the person exhibiting the dog, who shall be considered the owner or agent. Please advise the Show Secretary/Superintendent of any discrepancy at once. The Club reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value. No prizes will be mailed TROPHIES & AWARDS NATIONAL SPECIALTY Awards will be pottery with breed motif custom crafted by Carol Gould, Terra Nova Studio, th NE, Duvall, WA and/or Custom Etched Glassware by Heidi Dettwiler, Heidi Hobby, 387 Mt. Hwy. 200, Noxon, MT 59853, and or Ingrid Jonsson Dog Art Studio, Divide, CO. Best of Breed Pottery Bowl & Pitcher Best of Opposite Sex Pottery Bowl & Pitcher Best of Winners Pottery Vase Award of Merit (up to 3) Pottery Plate Select Dog & Bitch Pottery Mug Set Winners Dog & Bitch Pottery Platter Reserve Winners Dog & Bitch Pottery Vase Breed Classes: First Prize, Each Regular & Non-Regular Class Glass Etched Napkin Holder Second-Fourth Prize, Each Regular & Non-Regular Class Wine Bottle Cheese Tray SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL

9 Best Bred by Exhibitor, Best Veteran, Best Field, Best Puppy Glass Etched Ornament Obedience & Rally Classes: Highest Scoring Dog from the Regular Obedience Classes Pottery Platter/Pitcher First Prize, Each Class Glass Etched Napkin Holder Second-Fourth Prize, Each Class Glass Etched Bowl Best Junior Handler Gift Card. Gold SCOA Medallions will be awarded to BOB, BOS, all Selects, all AOMs, all regular and non-regular class placements, all Junior Handler class placements, and qualifying scores in obedience, rally and all Spinoni with Qualifying Scores in the regular Hunt Test and Water Test events at the National Specialty. PARENT SPECIALTY Awards will be artwork hand crafted by a combination of Bill Schutte, Rebecca Van Ess & Rick Morgan w/ Ramworks metal art Best of Breed Barn wood/metal breed motif wall hanging Best of Winners Barn wood/metal wall hanging Best of Opposite Sex Barn wood/metal breed motif wall hanging Select Dog & Select Bitch Barn wood/metal breed motif wall hanging Award of Merit (up to 3) Barn wood/metal breed motif wall hanging Winners Dog & Winners Bitch Barn wood/metal breed motif wall hanging Reserve Winners Dog & Bitch Barn wood/metal breed motif wall hanging Silver Medallions will be awarded to BOB, BOS, all Selects, all AOM's, all regular class placements, and all Junior handler placements at the Parent Club Specialty. Best Junior Handler- Gift Card AT THE NATIONAL SPECIALTY, RWD AND RWB EARN 3-PT. MAJORS 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. (Per AKC changes to Chapter 16, Sectrion 1, Rules Applying to Dog Shows, for National Club Specialties.) 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 10 Best Junior wins with competition. The calendar for this class will be consistent with the eligibility dates for the AKC Eukanuba National Championship. 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. NOVICE AND OPEN CLASS DIVIDED: Junior-9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show; Intermediate-12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show; Senior-15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show. 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. NOTE: SUBSTITUTION OF DOG IN JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP AT THE SHOW(S): There will be an Administration Fee of $5.00 charged for any substitution of dog in Junior Showmanship at each show. In addition, if the dog originally entered in Jr. Showmanship was an additional entry, and the dog being substituted is not otherwise entered in the show, the Junior Showmanship Only fee applies SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 9

10 NATIONAL SPECIALTY CONFORMATION WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 JUDGE: MS. ANNETTE (ANTONIA) WIJNSOUW PARENT SPECIALTY CONFORMATION FRIDAY, MAY 20 JUDGE: MR. MICHAEL FAULKNER REGULAR CLASSES OFFERED AT BOTH NATIONAL SPECIALTY & PARENT SPECIALTY 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 18 mos. Bitches, 12 mos. & under 18 mos. 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 BEST OF BREED COMPETITION ADDITIONAL CLASSES OFFERED AT NATIONAL SPECIALTY ONLY Non-Regular Classes Involving Single Dog Entries Fee: $18 VETERAN DOGS, 7 Yrs. & Older VETERAN BITCHES, 7 Yrs. & Older A class for Dogs and a class for Bitches seven years of age and older. AKC Rules, Ch. 11, Sec. 8: Neutered dogs and spayed bitches are allowed to compete in Veterans Classes only at independent specialties and/or those all-breed shows which do not offer any competitive classes beyond Best of Breed. This is an independent specialty. FIELD DOGS FIELD BITCHES For Dogs and Bitches who have an AKC Hunting title. Winners of these Non-Regular classes, if otherwise undefeated, will compete for Best of Breed. Non-Regular Classes Involving Multiple Dog Entries Fee: $18 Stud Dog Class For Stud Dog and two his Get. Stud Dog must be entered in the Stud Dog Class and must be shown in the ring with his Get. Owner of Stud Dog need not necessarily be owner of Get. Get only to be judged, based on the merits of the Get. Get must be entered individually in one of the Regular Classes, Best of Variety Competition or some other Non-Regular Class. AKC Ch. 11, Sec. 8: A castrated male may be entered as Stud Dog in the Stud Dog Class. Brood Bitch Class For Brood Bitch and two of her Produce. Brood Bitch must be entered in the Brood Bitch Class and must be shown in the ring with her Produce. Owner of Brood Bitch need not necessarily be owner of Produce. Produce only to be judged, based on the merits of the Produce. Produce must be entered individually in one of the Regular Classes, Best of Variety Competition or some other Non- Regular Class. AKC Ch. 11, Sec. 8: A spayed female may be entered as Brood Bitch in the Brood Bitch Class. Brace Class ($18 for Unit) Two Dogs of the same variety and must have at least one common owner and presented by a maximum of two handlers.) The dogs comprising Brace MUST be named at the time of entry. If a dog who is to be part of a brace is not entered in any of the Regular Classes or for Best of Variety Competition, it must be entered for Brace Class Only. As the Judges decision in the Stud Dog, Brood Bitch and Brace Classes will be based on the merits of more than one dog or bitch, no one of the dogs or bitches making up the entry judged first in the class will be eligible for Best of Variety by virtue of having won these classes. AT THE NATIONAL SPECIALTY, RWD AND RWB EARN 3-PT. MAJORS 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. (Per AKC changes to Chapter 16, Sectrion 1, Rules Applying to Dog Shows, for National Club Specialties.) AT THE NATIONAL AND THE PARENT SPECIALTY, Dogs entered in Bred by Exhibitor Class must be individually registered with AKC, as of the date of the show. The person handling the dog must be both a breeder of record and an owner of record of the dog. To exhibit in this class, family members must be a breeder and owner of record SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL

11 OBEDIENCE & RALLY TRIAL CLASSIFICATION THURSDAY, MAY 19 OBEDIENCE JUDGE: CHRISTOPHER CORNELL, DEBORAH ADDICOAT RALLY JUDGE: CHRISTOPHER CORNELL Qualifying Score required for all prizes in the Obedience & Rally Regular classes, and the Obedience Preferred and Optional Titling classes. Dark Green Qualifying Ribbon will be awarded to each dog receiving a qualifying score in either Obedience or Rally. Dog means either sex. Transfers may be approved provided the class and judge are available and the class has not reached its limit. Written transfer application must be submitted to the Superintendent at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the trial, not 30 minutes prior to the start of the class. Entry fees will be refunded less $10.00 for processing fees, for BITCHES THAT COME IN SEASON after the closing date, provided that written notice is given to the Superintendent at least one-half hour PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF JUDGING for the day. Verification from a veterinarian may be required at the club s discretion. REFUNDS will be mailed to the Exhibitor or Agent AFTER THE SPECIALTY. REGULAR OBEDIENCE CLASSES Novice A Novice B Open A Open B Utility A Utility B OPTIONAL TITLING OBEDIENCE CLASSES Beginner Novice A Beginner Novice B Graduate Novice Graduate Open PREFERRED CLASSES Preferred Novice Preferred Open NON-REGULAR OBEDIENCE CLASSES Team Class Veterans REGULAR RALLY CLASSES Novice A Novice B Advanced A Advanced B Excellent A Excellent B NATIONAL SPECIALTY SWEEPSTAKES TUESDAY, MAY 17 SWEEPSTAKES The Puppy Sweepstakes is open to all Spinoni Italiani who are six (6) months of age and under 18 months of age on the day of the show. All dogs entered in Puppy Sweepstakes must also be entered in a Regular Class at the regular entry fee. Indicate Sweepstakes as an Additional Class with the age division. Entry fee is $18. SWEEPSTAKES CLASSIFICATION 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. VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES Open to all Spinoni Italiani who are seven (7) years of age or older. Dogs entered in the Veteran Sweepstakes need not be entered in a regular class. Entry must be made on official AKC entry form. Indicate Veteran Sweepstakes and age division. Entry fee is $18. VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES CLASSIFICATION Dogs, 7 yrs. & under 9 yrs. Bitches, 7 yrs. & under 9 yrs. Dogs, 9 yrs. & older Bitches, 9 yrs. & older MONETARY PRIZES SWEEPSTAKES & VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES 30% of Total Entry Fee will be retained by the Club for expenses. 70% of total entry fee will be divided as follows: Best in Sweepstakes... 18% Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes... 12% First Prize, Each Class... 25% of the remaining fees in that class Second Prize, Each Class... 20% of the remaining fees in that class Third Prize, Each Class... 15% of the remaining fees in that class Fourth Prize, Each Class... 10% of the remaining fees in that class All prize monies not awarded will be retained by the Club. All details, updates and more are available on our website at SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 11

12 REGISTRATION & MEALS Photocopy this entire 2-page form, as many as you need and KEEP A COPY for your records. ALL ATTENDEES - both members & non-members - MUST BE REGISTERED. PACKAGE A: Full Registration (5 Days) and Meals Wed. Thurs. & Fri.: $205 PACKAGE B: Full Registration and Meals Wed. & Thurs.: $137 PACKAGE C: Full Registration, and single day Wed. or Thurs.: $81 PACKAGE D: One-Day Registration, Friday Only and Meal: $93 REGISTRATION ONLY, NO MEALS: (In advance, $25) (on site: $50) CHILDREN S MEALS: 5 & under free; 6 to 12 yrs. half price. REGISTRATION & MEAL RESERVATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY APRIL 21. Make checks payable to SCOA in US funds. Send with registration form to: Barbara Daniello, Registrar 99 Sky Manor Road, Pittstown, NJ Questions: bdaniello@aol.com Phone ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ SANCTIONED MATCH ENTRY FORM (Mon. 5/16) ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Entry fee is $5 per dog. Entry also available day of match. Include this form with your registration document on page 13. Dog s #1 Name Date of Birth Sex Owner s name Class: (circle) 3-6 mos. 6-9 mos mos mos. Adult Dog s #2 Name Date of Birth Sex Owner s name Class: (circle) 3-6 mos. 6-9 mos mos mos. Adult SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL

13 2016 SPECIALTY REGISTRATION FORM PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY Primary registrant name: Phone: Address: City, State, Zip Code: Phone: Additional registrants names: (use back of form if needed) Please check below which of the seminars you plain to attend: Monday, May 16 Tuesday, May 17 Rally Obed. Fun Junior Handling Grooming Canine Massage Wednesday, May 18 Health Clinic Body Language Business Meeting Thurs. May 19 Health Clinic Breeders Reproduction MEALS & REGISTRATION OPTIONS Payment must be received by April 21 Seminar and clinic attendees must pay a registration fee. (See details, page 12) Friday, May 20 Spinone Olympics Quantity Total $$$ PACKAGE A: Full Registration (5 Days) and Meals Wed. Thurs. & Fri. Friday Banquet: Indicate # of Chicken and/or Steak PACKAGE B: Full Registration and Meals Wed. & Thurs. PACKAGE C: Full Registration, and single day Wed. or Thurs. Select which days: Wed. Thu. PACKAGE D: One-Day Registration, Friday Only and Meal Registration Only NO MEALS (In Advance $25) (On-Site $50) ($205) ($137) ($81) ($93) ($25) Children's Meals (5 & under free; 6 to 12 years half price) MATCH ENTRIES (Sanctioned Match Monday, 5/16) 3-DAY SPECIALTY CATALOG (Pre-Paid $10; On-Site $20) Available for pickup 1/2 hour prior to first AKC event on 5/17 ($5) ($10) TOTAL ENCLOSED $ 2016 SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 13

14 Spinone Club of America Annual Auction 2016 Please donate. Please let us know of any corporate sponsors to contact. What are we looking for: Anything that a Spinone lover would love that special item you found on-line, or at your local pet store; you can put together a basket of items specific to your state; a tee shirt from your favorite store or vendor; handmade items; or items you ve found that you think would benefit someone starting out in a particular dog-sport or other event, a hunting item, etc... In short, anything you d like to share with others, that you think people would be interested in bidding on! It is to benefit SCOA to help pay for the Nationals, Hunt Tests, and other worthwhile endeavors that benefit Spinone Italiano and the members of Spinone Club of America. On or after May 9, 2016 is when the hotel will accept shipments. Holiday Inn Downtown Everett 3105 Pine Street Everett, WA Prior to May 9, items should be shipped to: SCOA Auction: Attn: Rebecca Van Ess W. Snoqualmie Valley Road NE Duvall, WA SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL AUCTION DONATION FORM Please attend. The auction is one of the most enjoyable parts of the SCOA National week. The auction will be on Friday May 20th, 2016 in Everett, WA. Please privately Mary Faeth or Stacey Belt with your planned donations. You can also privately efax to or text to Mary s is spinfandel@yahoo.com. Stacey s is collinadorospinone@yahoo.com. Name Address Phone Please give a description of your item(s) or service(s), and indicate whether you will be mailing the items or bringing the items to the show site. For monetary donations, please make check or money order payable to SCOA or Spinone Rescue. Thank You For Your Generous Support! Note to Prospective Bidders: Remember to bring at least 2 checks when you attend the auction because payments to Rescue and SCOA must be made separately to satisfy the IRS. Cash is accepted and credit cards are accepted for SCOA Auction items but credit card payment is not yet available for Rescue items.

15 PARADE OF VETERANS FRIDAY, MAY 20 The 2016 Parade of Veterans honors the veteran Spinoni who have brought credit to the breed in the field, show, rally, obedience, agility, therapy, and other performance areas, most importantly as a treasured companion. All Spinone 7 years of age and older may participate. The 2016 Parade of Veterans will honor the Veterans present at the 2016 National Specialty and each will be announced as they enter, and will receive a commemorative ribbon and a Bronze SCOA Medallion. For each Veteran walking in the parade, please furnish a brief paragraph (100 words or less) which will be read as each dog enters the area and 3 or 4 of your favorite pictures of your Veteran, which will be displayed. The paragraph should include the age of the dog, parents (if known), breeder (if known), accomplishments and a sentence about why they are the best Spinoni. There is NO ENTRY FEE. Indicate Parade class on the entry form. IN ADDITION: For those veterans who are unable to attend; a brief slideshow will be developed and showcased after the parade, honoring those Spinoni who continue to make a difference but did not travel to Washington. Please provide Gigi Comer with 3 or 4 pictures of your veteran throughout the years, including dog s full name and call name and owner s name no later than April 15, 2016 at gigi. comer@gmail.com. GROOMING RESERVATION There are 64-7ft x 15ft grooming spaces available, with a total of 10 double electrical outlets to be shared. These spaces can accommodate 4-5 dogs per space. Also available: 5ft x 5ft grooming space for 1-2 dogs. The Show Committee reserves the right to stack or rearrange equipment as necessary & to remove equipment or crates left in undesignated areas. Saving of space by roped-off areas, empty crates or other means is not allowed in grooming area. Please be considerate of other exhibitors & use only the space needed. Only entered dogs, Spinone and/or Bracco in reserved grooming area Grooming building hours: 6:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. No switching of reserved spaces, unless approved by the grooming reservation chair. No saving of electrical outlets, all outlets must be shared No x-pens allowed All electrical cords must be taped All spaces must be free of hair and or garbage upon departing from the hotel. No exercising your pet in the reserved building, all pets must exercise outside in the designated potty areas. Hotel Management requires that a liability waiver be signed by ALL persons utilizing the grooming area. The waiver will be posted in the grooming area for signature when you initially check in at the grooming area. Please be sure to sign the waiver so that we do not lose hotel privileges. GROOMING SPACE RESERVATION Name Phone Number Number of dogs: 7ft X 15ft Space 5ft X 5ft Space If you wish to reserve your grooming space next to someone else, all reservations must be mailed together in the same envelope. Grooming reservations must be received by May 6, There is no fee for grooming space, but please reserve your space to allow us to accommodate everyone. Anyone requiring space who has not made a reservation will be accommodated with space available and must check in with Debby Forry. Please send your grooming reservations to Debby Forry Thomas Rd, Colorado Spring CO SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 15

16 SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL CATALOG ADVERTISING SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA 2016 NATIONAL SPECIALTY OFFERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADVERTISE IN THE 2016 SHOW CATALOG Consider advertising your: Business Great Wins Planned Breedings or Litters Upcoming Hunt Tests/Training Days Or just wishing everyone a great event! Deadline April 6, 2016 Early Bird Deadline March 30, 2016 Rates Full Page (4.5 x 7.33 ) (27 picas x 44 picas) $50.00 (color $80.00) Half Page (4.5 x ) (27 picas x 21.5 picas) $40.00 (color $70.00) Quarter Page (4.5 x ) (27 picas x 10.5 picas) $30.00 Inside front cover/inside back cover $75.00 (color $105.00) Breeder s Directory $5.00 (free with full page ad) Early Bird Rates - $10.00 discount per ad. Due March 30, 2016 Specifications High-resolution PDF format preferred. Also accept.jpg or.tif format in high resolution. Any ads built with Word must be legal-sized. Have BaRay build your ad - $25/hour plus $10 per photo. For further information on ad-building specifications/requirements, please go to or contact Daina Hodges at standfastinmontana@gmail.com SCOA PHOTO CONTEST Send your camera-ready ads to Ad Chairperson Anne Cook PO Box 1202, Sharon CT anneac@me.com Phone Deadline for Ads is April 6, 2016 Make your check payable to the Spinone Club of America. Your payment must be included with your ad submission. There is a $25.00 NSF fee for any returned checks. Please support this wonderful breed and start taking those photos today, (no humans in the photos please). The support you give will go to where the greatest need is for the breed at that time. "Let the tide bring you in." T=Totally Puppy, I=I didn't do it!, D=Dirty Dog, E=Everything Else. Please make checked payable to SCOA. Remember to print your name, address, phone number and category on the back of each photo. Deadline is April 14, No photos will be returned. There will be a winner from each category, and an overall winner will be chosen for a page and front cover of the 2017 calendar. All winners will be the main focus picture on a calendar page and will receive a complimentary 2017 calendar. NO PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS PLEASE..THEY WILL BE ELIMINATED. Please use high resolution digital or 35 mm film. I cannot stress using the best quality imaging possible. This makes clearer pictures when enlarged and transferred to the calendar pages. If you win the cover, we will want you to us the picture as large as you can. SEND 4x6 PHOTOS ONLY NO PHOTOS WILL BE ACCEPTED! Please put yours and your dogs name on the back of each photo (address labels work nicely) along with your address, and which category you want each of your pictures entered into. There will be no photos returned. If anyone has any questions please call me or me privately. Cost will be $6.00 for the 1st photo and $2.00 for each additional photo after that. Deadline is April 14, No photos after that date will be accepted. Mail photos and your check (made out to SCOA) to: Mieke Van Ess, W. Snoqualmie Valley Rd, NE, Duvall, WA 98019, Thank you everyone. I can t wait to see your photos!

17 HUNT & WATER EVENTS NAVHDA HUNT TEST Treasure Valley NAVHDA Inc Blessinger Rd., Star, ID Website: Treasurevalleynavhda.com Online Entry Form: Test Secretary: Penny Masar 4620 Hwy 30 South, New Plymouth ID Phone: Entry fee: $ for Natural Ability and for Utility Test. Test will remain open until filled. AKC HUNT TEST CLOSING DATE: MAY 11, 2016 Hunt Chair: Candice Sobota th Ave NE, Lake Stevens, WA Phone: Test Secretary: Alyssa Pease 1229 Shenandoah Rd., Alexandria, VA Phone: Hunt Test Dinner Sunday, May The Raging River Café & Club Please R.S.V.P. to Candice Sobota by May 8th. Directions to Restaurant from Carlson s Canine Country Club: Start out going northwest on Neal Rd SE for 0.04 miles. Take the 1st right for 0.49 miles. Turn right onto Fall City Carnation Rd SE/WA-203 for 1.77 miles. Enter next roundabout and take the 1st exit onto WA-202 for 0.18 miles SE Redmond-Fall City Rd. is on the left. Hunt test to be held at Carlson s Canine Country Club 2412 Neal Rd SE, Fall City, WA Directions to Hunt Test from Host Hotel: Start out going north on Pine St toward Pacific Ave for 0.08 miles. Turn right onto Pacific Ave for 0.06 miles. Turn left onto Maple St for 0.16 miles. Take the 1st right onto Hewitt Ave for 0.06 miles. Merge onto US-2 E/State Route 2 toward Snohomish for miles. Turn right onto N Lewis St/WA-203. Continue to follow WA-203.Pass through 1 roundabout then miles. Turn slight right onto Neal Rd SE for 0.89 miles Neal Rd SE, Fall City, WA If you reach Fall City Carnation Rd SE you've gone about 1.9 miles too far. Limited Dry Camping Available at Carlson s Canine Country Club Please contact Candice Sobota for availability. RV Park: Norwest RV Park SE North Bend Way, North Bend, WA Website: rv@norwestproperties.net Phone: Full Hook up $35/night. Reservations can be made starting in January Directions to RV Park from Hunt Test: Start out going northwest on Neal Rd SE for 0.04 miles. Take the 1st right for 0.49 miles. Turn right onto Fall City Carnation Rd SE/WA-203 for 1.77 miles. Enter next roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto WA-202 for 8.07 miles. Turn left onto W North Bend Way for 0.48 miles. Enter next roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto E North Bend Way for 2.75 miles SE North Bend Way is on the left. HUNT TEST JUDGES Tina Lacey [36739] Collins Rd., Sedro Woolley, WA turboweim@yahoo.com Phone: Laura Myles [48767] W Lost Lake Rd., Snohomish, WA invernesskennels@frontier.com Phone: Larry Schwerdt [90581] th Ave N.E., Woodinville, WA lschwerdt@yahoo.com Phone: Keely Ghirardelli [90573] S.E. 187th St., Maple Valley, WA Keelyreg@aol.com Phone: SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 17

18 FUN, HEALTH & EDUCATIONAL EVENTS & SEMINARS MONDAY RALLY/OBEDIENCE FUN SEMINAR REGINA OSBORNE Regina Osborne has owned and trained dogs most of her life, and has 22 years of show dog experience. She has trained and shown her Rottweilers and Manchester Terriers in various AKC events. After success in the Manchester conformation ring, she started working in Obedience and then Rally. Her dogs have earned several titles, along with CGC and Therapy certifications. Regina has been instructing classes in Conformation, Obedience, Rally and Canine Good Citizenship for many years, and is now working toward her Rally judging license, and then maybe on to Obedience judging. TUESDAY CANINE MASSAGE SEMINAR DEBBY ZUBER Debby and her husband Jeff own a thriving, full-service canine grooming and retail establishment. Her massage practice specializes in rehabilitative and geriatric massage. She works with veterinarians to develop treatment plans focusing on restoring strength and flexibility; and maintaining muscle health and balance. In 2005, Debby s Border Collie needed TPLO surgery to repair a cruciate ligament tear in her left knee. Debby s interest in restoring this vibrant, active dog to full health was a significant driving factor in her interest in animal massage therapy. TUESDAY THE DETAILED EYE GROOMING SEMINAR DEBBY FORRY Debby, a Spinone owner/breeder, has sixteen years of experience in training dogs for the show ring and the working arena. She has been a dog groomer for more than 16 years, and is very experienced in the basic proper care, proper look and grooming of many breeds. TUESDAY JUNIOR HANDLING SEMINAR CARMEN RUBY MCCOWEN With 25 years of experience, Carmen has the ability to show any breed in any venue. She began with 4H, then was an accomplished junior handler. She is now a professional handler and teaches handling classes in the Pacific Northwest. TUESDAY DOG MEET BIRD SEMINAR HOSTED BY HUNT TEST COMMITTEE One-hour Informal meeting - Stop by with your puppy get their first introduction to birds. Get hunt training ideas when working with your puppy or adult dog. WEDNESDAY JUDGES EDUCATION SEMINAR HOSTED BY SUZANNE HUDSON Open to all registrants. WEDNESDAY READING CANINE BODY LANGUAGE BRENDA ALOFF Brenda Aloff has been involved with animals her entire life. She currently has dogs, horses, cats and keep sheep. In 1990, she started dog training. By 1993, she closed her architectural and mechanical drafting business, built a boarding kennel, and began In-Home Behaviour Consultations, plus private lessons in Obedience. In 2001, after closing the boarding kennel, she published her first book and started holding seminars, working clinics and public speaking engagements all over the world. She has also served as a consultant in canine behavior, worked regularly with search and rescue teams, and done extensive work with a dog who is participating in a cancer detection program. Her area of specialization is problem behaviour in canines, including aggression. She has published many articles and books and is listed in Voices: Extraordinary Women of Midland County. THURSDAY REPRODUCTION SEMINAR DR. CYNTHIA SMITH Dr. Cynthia Smith received her doctorate from Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine in After two years of general practice, she moved to The Pet Doctor in Tacoma, WA in order to specialize in canine reproduction and pediatrics. She is a frequent speaker nationwide on the topic of reproduction. She will speak on the topics of "Common Post-Whelping Complications" (mastitis metritis, fading puppies, etc.) and on "Preserving the Family Jewels" a guide to stud dog management. THURSDAY BREED SEMINAR ANNETTE (ANTONIA) WIJNSOUW Ms. Winjsouw is our National Specialty judge and Spinone breeder SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL

19 BREEDER DIRECTORY Have your kennel listed in the catalog under this specialized section! Only $5.00 a listing! (Free with regular ad! See Catalog Advertising) Many spectators at our National Show and Parent Club Show are looking for breeders. We also have fellow breeders/exhibitors who may be interested in finding and/or working with other breeders. Our catalog is a great reference source for spectators and exhibitors. As a breeder, don t miss this opportunity to reach so many for so little. Our Breeder Directory includes your kennel name, your name and your contact information. The Breeder Directory will be organized alphabetically by last name. Breeder Directory Submission Due April 6, 2016 Mail your Breeder Directory Information to Anne Cook, PO Box 1202, Sharon CT or to anneac@me.com, phone Make your check payable to the Spinone Club of America. Your payment must be included with your breeder directory submission. There is a $25.00 NSF fee for any returned checks. KENNEL NAME YOUR NAME CITY, STATE, ZIP WEBSITE PHONE Puppies Stud Dog(s) Adult Dogs 2016 SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 19

20 Let The Tide Bring You In To SCOA 2016 National Merchandise View & order all merchandise via the SCOA Specialty webpage: Items that are Pre-Ordered will be available for pick up at the National or can be mailed; customer will be responsible for shipping cost. Limited selections of items and sizes will be available at the National, so order early to get the size and style you want. For questions contact: Daina B. Hodges at 5827 Prospect Dr, Missoula, MT PRE-ORDER DEADLINE IS APRIL 27, 2016 N N N N N N N N N N Send pictures of the Spinoni you're owned by, and let us share their silly antics, daily life in a fun presentation, as the backdrop for one of our dinners. Let s celebrate the magic of Spinoni! What we need: A high resolution picture and your dogs name, just the call name! Show us your Spinoni so we can share with everyone at the National Specialty. Send pictures to Stacey Belt at collinadorospinone@yahoo.com with the subject line of Pet Picture. ENTRY SUBMISSIONS, CANCELLATIONS, CHANGES, TRANSFERS MAIL ENTRIES WITH FEES to PO Box 508, Burlington, WA CANADIANS make all entry fees payable in U.S. funds. 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 ONLINE ENTRIES: Web site is BaRayEvents.com Follow instructions on Web site. $3.00 charge per dog per show. FEDEX, UPS, AIRBORNE or HAND-DELIVERED: Do NOT require signature. 113 E. Fairhaven Ave., Burlington, 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. (01/2016) SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL

21 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. The American Kennel Club will collect: a $3.00 Event Service Fee and $.50 Recording Fee where applicable for the first entry of a dog, plus 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. At every licensed or member club rally trial, a recording fee of $3.50 is required for the first entry of each dog and a recording fee of $3.00 is required for each additional entry of the same dog. The event-giving club shall assume the responsibility of collecting all Event Service Fees for The American Kennel Club. These event service and recording fees shall be forwarded to The American Kennel Club 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 $30.00 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 $30.00 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. Females in season are not permitted to compete in Obedience or Rally Trials. If a female is withdrawn from competition because it came into season and the Superintendent is notified no later than one half hour prior to the start of the first class in the trial, the club is required to refund the entry fee. The club may retain a processing fee and must publish this information in the premium. Clubs may determine the documentation, if any that is required to confirm the female is in season. This shall be stated in the premium. Note: No fee is paid to the AKC for females in season who are withdrawn. 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 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. 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. Dogs need be present only for scheduled judging and will be released if not needed for further judging. Dogs must be ready for judging. Neither the club nor its Superintendent/Show Secretary will be responsible or obligated to furnish any service for notifying exhibitors or their agents of Breed or Class Judging. Judges need not wait for any dog holding up a class. Owners or agents alone are responsible for the presence of their dogs in the judging rings. Only dogs eligible for these shows will be admitted into the show area. There is no provision for unentered dogs. LOSS OR DAMAGE The Show Committee will use due care and diligence for the welfare of dogs and exhibitors, but will not be responsible for, or assume any liability in the event of any accident or misfortune, to either dogs or exhibitors participating in these Shows. The welfare of an Exhibitor s child is assumed to be the responsibility of the Exhibitor. It is distinctly understood that Exhibitors will exercise control and restraint over their children. Exhibitors should follow their veterinarians recommendation to assure their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate vaccinations. 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. ENTER ONLINE: SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL 23