Editor s Note In this Bulletin, we catch up on the main results of LRKC events in 2014, hear about some of our club members news, our Chairman has something to chirp about, get some valuable veterinary advice, and.. we get to meet our Championship Show judge! Also take note of the advert for the book written by Dr Kurt de Cramer. Here she is Mrs Siv Sandø from Norway, our international judge for the LRKC Championship Show on 20 September 2014, and she writes: My name is Siv Sandø, I was born in 1960, mother of two boys and soon grandmother of two girls. I have been owned by Labradors since 1975, and have never been without them after that. My first dogs were just pets, but of good breeding and brought me into the active doglife forever. My first showdog was a male born in 1979, Ch Narjanas Adam (Ch Licithas Blizzard/Ch Hrovans Hannah), after him came a couple of bitches, first and foremost my wonderful Charway Lacemaker (Ch Lindall Mastercraft/Charway Sally Brown). Everything I have today I owe her. Not only was she a beautiful Labrador, she was a good brood with the most lovely temperament. Most important, she was the reason for my friendship with her breeder, Janice Prithchard. I can not express how I cherish the contact with her and the Charway dogs. I got some dogs from her through the years, the last one just a few weeks before her untimely death. I have breed Labradors since 1985, on a limited basis under the prefix Eyecatching together with my husband. I show regularly at dog shows, and also work my dogs. I find the working side of our breed so very important and rewarding. Up to now I have breed 10 champions, and owned 7 champions not born here. Besides the active life with my dogs, I organize dog shows, handling classes and do club work. I am the President of the Norwegian Kennel Club with its 70 000 members- so no worries to what to do in my free time. I work full time as well. Besides the Labradors we have had Sussex Spaniels, Pointers, French Bulldogs and Pugs. I have judged since 2000, and have had the opportunity to see Labradors in many parts of the world. The highlight must have been when I judged Potomac in USA, the world s biggest speciality all breeds. I am now authorized judge for FCI groups 7 and 8, and the Norwegian national breeds. I am very happy to have been invited to South Africa, and to see your dogs, and experience the people and country. I look so much forward to meet you all! NEW CHAMPIONS TAPEATOM GLAMOUR GIRL AT SANDROF (B) Owner: MRS SM FORDER (10.12.2013) CRAIGNAIR HUNTRESS GOLD (B) Owner: MRS J POTT (16.01.2014) CRAIGNAIR QUANTUM LEAP (D) Owner: MRS J POTT (16.01.2014) CRAIGNAIR SPECIAL VINTAGE AT KLOOFZICHT (D) Owner: MRS M VAN TONDER (11.03.2014) CRAIGNAIR SWITCH BLADE (D) Owner: MR D MALCOLM (08.04.2014) ABLESING AMAZING ALLEGRA OF AMADEUZE (B) Owner: MRS A VAN HEERDEN (25.04.2014) CONKASHA ISLA TOBLERONE (D) Owner: MISS SI BROWN (26.05.2014) SEA-BIRDS GLOBETROTTER OF AMADEUZE (D) Owner: MRS A VAN HEERDEN (27.05.2014) TAPEATOM CALL ME MADAM (B) Owner: MRS E HOWARD (11.06.2014) LABRADOR RESCUE Sharon, Ricki, Ruth, Jane and Marion continue to do sterling work finding forever homes for our Labradors that require re-homing due to people s changing circumstances and sadly, neglected Labs. Although people give generously to this cause, the coffers do have a limitation as some people are not in a financial position to assist with the true costs of this operation and in times such as these, we have to rely on donations from members and general public. We therefore make a plea to all those members to dig deep into their pockets no matter how big or small to assist this worthy cause. Banking details: Labrador Rescue SA, Standard Bank, Rivonia Branch, Branch Code 00-12-55, Account number 22 00 26 610 Reference : YOURNAME/DONATION ITS ALL ABOUT THE DOGS! Page 1 of 8
Chairman s Chirp It may be an old chirp, but now more important than ever promotion of our breed, our club and all Labrador Retriever activities. At a recent meeting of the Districts of Gauteng and Surrounds Provincial Council (DOGSPC), councillors were all in agreement that we cannot depend on KUSA to promote all breeds and their associated activities, the specialist dog clubs will have to do this themselves. With significantly declining numbers in dogdom as we know it, the members of the LRKC, as custodians of Labrador Retrievers in South Africa, will have to take action to turn the tide in favour of our own breed. We need a strong and active specialist breed club for our dogs and breeders to be noticed not only in our own country, but also in the international Labrador Retriever community. Our club has a lot of potential to grow. If one simply considers the number of Labrador Retriever puppies registered annually with KUSA, there must be a lot of Labrador enthusiasts out there who are not part of our club. As the LRKC we must ask ourselves why this is so we should be one of the largest and most active specialist clubs in the country, yet we are not. In addition to considering the size of our club, activities in our breed are also not nearly as visible as those seen for many other (less popular) breeds. One often observes large numbers of German Shepherds, Rottweilers or Dobermanns while driving past a sports field, not to mention the numbers in some of the terrier breeds. One could argue that these breeds need much more training than Labradors (I say that tongue in cheek!) and that our events happen out there in the field, however, what those specialist breed clubs also achieved over the years here in South Africa is better public awareness, better understanding of temperament, better focus on health issues in their breeds and very knowledgable breeders. They managed to raise better awareness and understanding of breed trade marks and type amongst those all-rounder judges(sic) who mostly judge our dogs. Moreover, South African breeders of most of these dog breeds have an excellent standing in the international community if one considers the numbers of dogs exported to countries all over the world. I believe with our breed we have the potential to be at the top of the leader board in every respect. To this end, I would like to urge our club members to get more involved in our club activities, respond to issues via the website and make suggestions to the Committee we value your input. Entries for our Field Trials were much higher in 2014 than recent years which is already a very positive sign, but entries for our Open Shows were down this year. With this in mind, I want to set a target for our members: ENTER ONE HUNDRED LABRADOR RETRIEVERS FOR OUR CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW ON 20 SEP 2014! In addition, to boost membership and make the LRKC more visible, the Committee plans to host a LABRADOR RETRIEVER DAY ON 22 NOVEMBER 2014. More details will follow, but please diarise this date as well. We no longer only want to see those stunning dogs on Facebook living elsewhere in the world we want them here too. We should be part of the Labrador Retriever Universe, not just some distant little club at the tip of Africa. We need a large genetic pool to ensure our breed stays healthy and above all, true to breed type and temperament. We want breeders all over the world to care about what they export to South Africa and we want our own breeders to be able to make the right choices for the right reasons when it comes to selection of dogs for breeding, showing and work. CHIRP CHIRP! Renier MEMBERSHIP We now have 200 club members (of which 27 are honorary life members). WELCOME TO THE FOLLOWING NEW MEMBERS WHO JOINED THE CLUB SINCE JANUARY 2014: NEW LRKC MEMBER Mr Tony Wynne Mrs Marie Wynne Mrs Carina Kriek Mrs Thania Rowan AREA OF RESIDENCE Pretoria Pretoria Tweeling, Free State Mooinooi, North West The best way to introduce yourself, meet fellow Labrador enthusiasts and become part of the Labrador Retriever Kennel, is to come to our events. The upcoming Championship Show on 20 September 2014 is an ideal opportunity. It is also a good idea to contact one of the committee members or make an appointment with one of the prominent breeders as listed on the LRKC website (www.labclub.org.za) or drop us a note via the LRKC forum (see the website). We also plan a Labrador Retriever Day on 22 November 2014 which promises to be a lot of fun, Labrador activities, and a chance to meet fellow LRKC members. Page 2 of 8
2014 LRKC 1 st OPEN SHOW (SUMMER OPEN SHOW) 8 February 2014, Goldfields Showgrounds JUDGE : MRS JUDY MUSTO As you can see, it was a Brown day! Congratulations to Sharron Brown with her clean sweep on this day! Below: Best Junior in Show (L), Best Senior and also Best in Show (M) and Best Puppy in Show (R)! Main Results (for full results and pictures please see website) PLACING DOG S NAME OWNER Best Baby Puppy Berrakaw Max Awrake Mrs E Cherry Res Best Baby Puppy Hilost Golden Guinea of Trevena Mrs D Holman Best Junior Dog Ailsacraig Spirited Star Mr M van Wyk Res Junior Dog Conkasha Isla Toblerone Miss S Brown Best Junior Bitch Ailsacraig Special Star of Conkasha Miss S Brown Res Junior Bitch Chezenko Baby be Mine of Berrakaw Mrs M Nicholson BEST PUPPY IN SHOW Conkasha Minstrel Whirl Miss S Brown Res Best Puppy In Show Ablesing Kiara for Keeps at Mirain Mrs S Borralho BEST JUNIOR IN SHOW Ailsacraig Special Star of Conkasha Miss S Brown Res Best Junior in Show Ailsacraig Spirited Star Mr M van Wyk Best Senior Dog Ch Dirnelia Conker of Conkasha Miss S Brown Res Senior Dog Trevena Mannochmore Mrs D Holman Best Senior Bitch Ablesing Amazing Allegra of Amadeuze Mrs A van Heerden Res Senior Bitch Ch Dennegeur Yohanna Yolyt of Amadeuze Mrs A van Heerden SA Bred Challenge Ablesing Amazing Allegra of Amadeuze Mrs A van Heerden Veteran Challenge Lambrada Baladeforadelin Mrs B Hoffmann BEST JUNIOR IN SHOW Ch Dirnelia Conker of Conkasha Miss S Brown Res Best Senior Trevena Mannochmore Mrs D Holman BEST IN SHOW Ch Dirnelia Conker of Conkasha Miss S Brown Res Best In Show Trevena Mannochmore Mrs D Holman Best Head Ablesing Lexus Carlin Mr M van Wyk Best Coat Sea-birds Globetrotter of Amadeuze Mrs A van Heerden Best Tail Oakglen the Sunshine of Love of Mirian Mrs S Borralho Best Feet Sea-birds Globetrotter of Amadeuze Mrs A van Heerden BREEDING IS A BITCH Dr Kurt de Cramer, BVSc, MMedVet(Gyn) This publication has now arrived and is a must for the up and coming breeder as well as the experienced. Dr K de Cramer is a specialist in the reproduction field within the veterinary environment. He was our honoured main presenter at our 2012 Breeders Conference, giving his valued time and advice at no charge. The early bird special runs until 8 th August 2014 at R699.00 so it is imperative that orders are placed as soon as possible, DON T DELAY. Members will remember Dr de Cramer as the main presenter at the LRKC Breeder s Conference in 2013. For further information, please contact : Jane Pott 082 458 4496 or e-mail craignair@vodamail.co.za Dr K de Cramer is willing to autograph individual books, all information will be forwarded to you on request. Page 3 of 8
2014 LRKC 2nd OPEN SHOW (WINTER OPEN SHOW) 7 June 2014, Goldfields Kennel Club Showgrounds Judge: Mrs Fran Browning-Cristina Main Results (for full results and pictures please see LRKC website) PLACING DOG'S NAME OWNER Best Junior Dog Craignair Switch Blade D Malcolm Reserve Best Junior Dog Ailsacraig Final Fling of Conkasha S Brown Best Junior Bitch Ablesing Lexus Carlin M van Wyk Reserve Best Junior Bitch Chezenko Baby Be Mine of Berrakaw P Nicholson BEST JUNIOR IN SHOW Craignair Switch Blade D Malcolm RESERVE BEST JUNIOR IN SHOW Ablesing Lexus Carlin M van Wyk BEST PUPPY IN SHOW Ailsacraig Final Fling of Conkasha S Brown RESERVE BEST PUPPY IN SHOW Ablesing Kiara For Keeps at Mirain S Borralho Best Senior Dog Craignair Special Vintage at Kloofzicht G van Tonder Reserve Best Senior Dog Craignair Switch Blade D Malcolm Best Senior Bitch Tapeatom Drama Queen of Craignair J Pott Reserve Best Senior Bitch Craignair Destined To Be J Pott BEST SENIOR IN SHOW Tapeatom Drama Queen of Craignair J Pott RESERVE BEST SENIOR IN SHOW Craignair Special Vintage at Kloofzicht G van Tonder BEST SA BRED IN SHOW Craignair Heart Breaker J Pott BEST VETERAN IN SHOW Dirnelia Conker of Conkasha S Brown BEST IN SHOW Tapeatom Drama Queen of Craignair J Pott RESERVE BEST IN SHOW Craignair Special Vintage at Kloofzicht G van Tonder BEST NEUTER Brumoso Tovaresh Roebel of Berrakaw MJ Nicholson BEST HEAD Craignair Special Vintage at Kloofzicht G van Tonder BEST COAT Ablesing Kiara For Keeps at Mirain S Borralho BEST FEET Lacote Sixpence okaffe of Berrakaw MJ Nicholson BEST TAIL Craignair Special Vintage at Kloofzicht G van Tonder Below: Best Senior and BIS Mrs Jane Pott s Tapeatom Drama Queen of Craignair (L) and RBIS Mrs Mercia van Tonder s Craignair Special Vintage at Kloofzicht (R) Below: Best Puppy in Show, Ms Sharron Brown s Ailsacraig Final Fling (L) and Reserve Best Puppy in Show, Mrs Sandy Boralho s Ablesing Kiara for Keeps at Mirain (R) Right: Best Junior in Show, Mr Dwayne Malcolm s Craignair Switch Blade, handled by his breeder Mrs Jane Pott (L) and Reserve Best Junior, Mr Mike van Wyk with Ablesing Lexus Carlin Page 4 of 8
ANNUAL AWARDS 2013 Victor Ludorum (Top winning male Labrador Retriever) Winner: Ch Craignair Desert Flyer Of Stagmanskop Owner: Mrs D Hacking Points: 66 Runner-up:Ch Dirnelia Conker of Conkasha Owner: Ms S Brown Points: 62 Victrix Ludorum (Top winning female Labrador Retriever) Winner: Ch Ablesing Liefde Vi Klara Owner: Mrs J Botha Points: 37 Runner-up: Ch Craignair Destined To Be Owner: Mrs J Pott Points: 132 Supreme Champion (Points scored by Labrador Retrievers with the title of Champion) Winner: Ch Ablesing Liefde Vi Klara Owner: Mrs J Botha Points: 88 Runner-up:Ch Craignair Destined To Be Owner: Mrs J Pott Points: 71 Ch Marsta Secret Duke Award (Highest placed Labrador Retriever in Animaltalk top 100 ratings counting Group and BIS placings) Winner: Ch Craignair Destined To Be Owner: Mrs J Pott Points: 288 Runner-up:Ablesing Amazing Allegra of Amadeuze Owner: Mrs A van Heerden Points: 184 Ch Balrion Lord of the Manor of Breckondale Trophy (Labrador Retriever Kennel with the highest number of points scored at the LRKC Open and Championship Shows) Winner: Craignair Owner: Mrs J Pott Points: 26 Runner-up:Ablesing Owner: Mrs J Botha Points: 15 Best Junior Dog (Awarded to the male Labrador that scored the most points from Minor Puppy, Puppy and Junior Classes) Winner: Hubert De L etang Balancet Owner: Mrs A van Heerden Points: 116 Runner-up:Craignair Switch Blade Owner: Mr D Malcolm Points: 70 Best Junior Bitch (Awarded to the male Labrador that scored the most points from Minor Puppy, Puppy and Junior Classes) Winner: Ablesing Amazing Allegra of Amadeuze Owner: Mrs A van Heerden Points: 104 Runner-up:Tapeatom Call Me Madam Owner: Mrs E Howard Points: 92 Best Veteran Dog (Awarded to the male Labrador that scored the most points from the Veteran Class) Winner: Ch Tapeatom Great Guy Of Dwarsberg Owner: Mr E Stofberg Points: 59 Runner-up:Ch Steeleigh Express Delivery To Stagmanskop Owner: Mrs D Hacking Points: 11 Best Veteran Bitch (Awarded to the female Labrador that scored the most points from the Veteran Class) Winner: Ch Valhallen Who s That Girl Owner: Mrs V Lodge-Lowe Points: 38 Runner-up:Nalla of Kinndell Owner: Thuynsma Points: 20 Vonniejo Field Trial Trophy (2012-2013 winner to be awarded at LRKC FTs: Mr Chris Emins Ch FT Ravenside Blue Moon of Snowpine GMHR Photographs of these top award winners for 2013 are published on the LRKC website Update on progress with the 50 th year celebratory book, THE LABRADOR RETRIEVER IN SOUTH AFRICA LABRADOR RETRIEVER KENNEL CLUB 50 YEARS We are pleased to announce that finalisation of this book is imminent. A publisher has been identified and the text has been forwarded to a printer in Singapore. The publisher and Mike Holman are contributing 30% and 70% respectively towards the printing costs for which the club are truly thankful. At this stage it is anticipated that all orders will be placed with the publisher, who will also administer distribution of sales. Once all current costs have been recovered through sales, income will be divided: 50% to the Publisher and 50% between LRKC and SAGA. The retail price is anticipated at R460.00 and an early bird discount will be offered. This publication has been a daunting task and to this end we thank the sub-committee and all members that have contributed towards this book. A special thanks goes to our Patrons, Miss June Trautmann and Mrs Di Holman. www. labclub.org.za This website is the home of the Labrador Retriever Kennel Club. Here you will find all the information you need about club activities, the names of Committee members and who to contact for what. This is YOUR website, and as members of the LRKC you have the right to look around, hopefully come across something interesting, be constrcutively critical, but above all CONTRIBUTE! Send us your suggestions, news, brags and don t forget to regularly look at what is discussed on the LRKC Online Forum at the moment we still have the discussion about our Club Logo. Ask your questions if we can t answer the difficult ones as the committee, we are sure to find someone who would! We also try to regularly add to our list of veterinary articles and we have our Breeder s List and Puppy Sales page. Page 5 of 8
RESULTS OF THE 44 TH ANNUAL FIELD TRIALS OF THE LRKC Held on 25 th to 28 th April 2014, Val Farms near Standerton Above: Mr Chris Emin s Boss in Open Stake (L), Dr Enette van Dyk and Kiewiet in Novice Stake (R) Page 6 of 8
MEDICAL FORUM Spirocerca lupi The silent killer WHAT IS SPIROCERCOSIS? Spirocerca lupi is a potentially lethal parasitic worm that lives in nodules within the oesophagus of dogs. The worms can survive in these nodules for up to 2 years, laying eggs through a small opening in the nodule which are swallowed and passed out in the faeces. Dung beetles ingest Spirocerca eggs present in the faeces and the immature larvae hatch inside the dung beetle. Dogs are infected when they eat the infected dung beetles. The dung beetles usually associated with Spirocerca infections are only approximately 6 mm in length and are not the large, conspicuous dung beetles we are familiar with. Once the beetle has been ingested by a dog, the larvae emerge in the stomach of the dog. The larvae burrow through the stomach wall, causing intense discomfort and enter blood vessels around the stomach. The larvae migrate upstream within the walls of the blood vessels until they reach the large artery which leaves the heart, known as the aorta. The larvae live within the wall of the aorta for a period of a few months, maturing into young adults and causing a weakening of the aortic wall, otherwise known as an aneurysm. The young adult worms then migrate directly to the oesophagus, which lies in close proximity to the aorta. The worms have also been known to migrate to other locations in the body, including the spinal cord. Once inside the oesophagus, the worms form nodules in the oesophageal wall, mating, laying eggs and starting the life cycle over again. HOW WILL I KNOW IF MY DOG HAS SPIROCERCOSIS? Symptoms of spirocercosis are non-specific and are caused by the migration of larvae through the body as well as the space-occupying nodules in the oesophagus. Symptoms include retching, vomiting, weight loss and difficulty in swallowing. The oesophageal nodules often become cancerous in the late stages of the disease. In rare instances, abnormal migration of Spirocerca lupi to the spinal cord can result in lameness or neurological disorders. Thickening of the forelimb bones has also been documented in the late, cancerous stages of the disease. Sudden deaths may occur and are associated with rupture of the aortic aneurysms caused by the young adult worms. Since the damage to the aortic wall is permanent, rupture of an aneurysm may still occur even after the worms have been eradicated from the body, although this is fairly rare. Research has shown that most aortic ruptures occur early on in the migratory phase of the infection.spirocerca lupi is often called the silent killer as sudden deaths may occur with no outward signs of ill health. HOW DO I PREVENT MY DOG FROM CONTRACTING SPIROCERCOSIS? Monthly Advocate treatments in dogs not affected by spirocercosis will prevent infection with this deadly parasite, as well as provide all the other benefits of Advocate, including the prevention and treatment of mange mites, ear mites, fleas, lice and various stages of intestinal roundworms. Daily removal and disposal of dog faeces from your garden is also important to limit potential exposure to Spirocerca. Ask your veterinarian about Advocate. Reference: Ettinger SJ, Feldman EC. Textbook of veterinary internal medicine. 6th ed. St. Louis (MO): Elsevier Saunders; 2005. p. 701-2 Linda Bowen from SAGA writes: We are once again appealing to you to support our fund raising events: We have been given a stand at the Bike, Boat and Outdoor Lifestyle Show to be held at the Nasrec Expo Centre, Friday 8 th Sunday 10 th August. This is a new Expo for us and we are very excited for the added opportunity to market ourselves and what we do, but need your help in order to do it. Kindly support our annual raffle and diarise our other events: Guide-Dogs Gala Variety Concert Sunday 24 th August Red Carpet Affair Ball Saturday 13 th September Carols by Candlelight and Christmas Market Saturday 22 nd November (and draw of our annual car raffle) Puppy Love Fun Day Saturday 14 th February 2015 Linda Bowen LindaB@guidedog.org.za Tel: 011 705 3512 / Fax: 086 506 3364 000-758 NPO CAN MY DOG BECOME INFECTED WITH SPIROCERCA LUPI BY EATING RATS AND OTHER SMALL ANIMALS? The Spirocerca worm has a complex life cycle, involving definitive (final), intermediate and paratenic hosts. Paratenic hosts are hosts within which no further development of the parasite takes place. The Spirocerca worm has to infect a specific host in order to complete its life cycle. The definitive or final host is the dog and the intermediate host is the dung beetle (coprophagous beetles). Paratenic hosts, which may ingest infected dung beetles and in turn harbour the infective larvae, include frogs, lizards, birds and small mammals such as rats and mice. In order for the dog to be infected via this route, the entire paratenic host would have to be eaten and thoroughly digested to allow the release of the infective larvae. HOW DO YOU TREAT A DOG THAT HAS SPIROCERCOSIS? Treatment is often difficult and complex. Treatment is aimed at killing the migrating, immature phases of the parasite as well as the adult worms living inside the oesophageal nodules. Unfortunately there is no treatment for aortic aneurysms or cancerous nodules, which usually spread very quickly to the lungs. Up until recently, accepted treatment has involved a series of injections every 7 to 10 days until all nodules have resolved. Bayer has developed Advocate, an innovative spot-on formulation which is the only product registered for the prevention and treatment of spirocercosis in dogs. Treatment of confirmed cases of spirocercosis is a simple weekly application of Advocate to the back of the neck until complete resolution of the nodules in the oesophagus. Treatment of infected dogs should be closely monitored by the Veterinarian throughout the treatment period. Page 7 of 8
MEMBERS NEWS Ed: Thank you to members that send us their news and make us aware of what is happening in both their dog and human families! Please continue to do so. Unfortunately we cannot get all the news via Facebook, so if you don t send us a special message with some photographs, we won t know about it or if we hear about it we won t know if we can share with other club members. We can only include very brief snippets in this publication, the LRKC Bulletin, because we distribute electronically we have to limit the size of the file, however, for the LABLINES, our club yearbook published in November/December, we have can allow as much as a full page for every registered Kennel Name. New imports: Mrs Annemarie van Heerden: Sea-Birds Mocca Mousse of Amadeuze (Imp Sweden) (Chocolate Bitch) Miss Sharron Brown: Lacote Kaffe Superbe (Imp Australia) (Chocolate Bitch) Mr Pierre and Mrs Marietjie Nicholson: Lacote Sixpence OKaffe of Berrakaw (Imp Aus) (Chocolate Dog) Pierre and Marietjie also imported a yellow girl from Taiwan, Toptail Jin Xin Taibi of Berrakaw. She arrived at their home on 1 August after spending a week in quarantine. Mrs Thania Rowan: Just at the time when this new member applied for membership of the LRKC, her 11- month old imported chocolate dog, Casimiro Sykstus, arrived from Poland. Thania s kennel name is Rowania. We also heard of a few new arrivals at some of our members kennels: Mrs Annemarie van Heerden also anoounced the arrival of Dennegeur Beatrice Avant of Amadeuze (Black Bitch), bred by Mr Danie Kritzinger. Miss Sharron Brown s new yellow pup, Ailsacraig Final Fling of Conkasha (Yellow Dog) bred by Mrs Margaret Bell, has already been introduced and made his mark at the LRKC Second Open Show in July. Kloofzicht Black Bentley (Victor) arrived at Adamasdor, bred by Mr Gerhard and Mrs Mercia van Tonder. Mrs Annemiek van Vuuren bred her two Polish imports and she sent us a picture of this lovely little black girl who will become part of Bunnichem Labradors, now living on a farm just outside Polokwane. Congratulations to Tyrol Paisley and Tarryn Vieria Paisley on the birth of twin girls on 7 th May 2014, Gianna Jade and Isabella Anne! The LRKC Committee 2014 (Quick reference of Office Bearers and who to contact for what) Mrs Jane Pott jane@tecfin.co.za Mr Renier Jansen van Vuuren renier@labradors.co.za Mr Kevin Pott kevin.pott@yahoo.co.uk Mr Dwayne Malcolm dwayne@tecfin.co.za Ms Genevieve Alberts gcullen123@gmail.com Ms Angelique van Rooyen angelique@eagertrievelabs.co.za LRKC President and FTLC Representative Chairman (Also contact for Website, Club Publications, Show Training) Vice Chairman (Club Assets, Trophies, Field Trial Manager) Honorary Treasurer Honorary Secretary (Administration & Membership) Honorary Field Trials Secretary Ms Mercia van Tonder kloofzightlabbies@gmail.com Mr Gerhard van Tonder gerhard.tonders@gmail.com Mr Francois van Rooyen Francois.VanRooyen@WorleyPar sons.com Dr Alan Kloeck alan.kloeck@merck.com Honorary Show Secretary Show Manager, Stock Manager Field Trials Field Trials Page 8 of 8