HOT DOG NEWSLETTER HELP NST&ODC is a volunteer organisation and always needs your help to make the club run smoothly. If you are able to assist with driving the van or stewarding at any of the competitions, please let your trainer or van staff know, or email volunteers@northernsuburbsdogclub.org President s Report I am happy to report our club is thriving. The club is showing excellent numbers of par:cipants in all disciplines. Every week we are signing up new members to par:cipate and to be involved in class ac:vi:es. These class ac:vi:es help the dog and owner to socialise, play, exercise and show they are good ci:zens in our community. Addi:onally, it is a chance for the dog and owner to bond. And above all, to enjoy the :me with their dog. In this edition President s Report 1 For your Diaries 2 Fee Increases 3 Vaccination Policy 3 DogsWest Obedience Trial DogsWest Agility Trial 7 A Word from our Sponsor 5 10 Our club is run by marvellous volunteers who religiously turn up to every training session. Some of our long serving volunteers have donated their :me for thirty years and beyond to the club. We are lucky that we can call on that experience when required. Consistently these long termers guide the inexperienced volunteers along. Our club grows and matures every year with changes to personnel, equipment used and progress in instruc:ng techniques and methods. Furthermore as a posi:ve training club our dogs are a lot happier. This is illustrated by consistently good trialling performances by our members in both DogsWest and club trials. NST&ODC June 2015 1
For Your Diaries Class Times: For Puppy and Junior Obedience Classes: Sunday 9am Advanced Obedience and Rally-O Classes (Level 2A and Above): Sunday 10:30am Agility Class Times: Wednesday 6:30pm start. Dancing with Dogs Class Times: Wednesday 7:00pm start (beginners) 7:30 pm start (experienced). There will be no Obedience classes on the public holiday weekends or competition days. June 7th: DogsWest Agility Trial - Agility and Jumping And also by constant compliments by our members to our instructors. We also get old members returning with their new dogs to train. The instructors group we have established has demonstrated their exper:se in dog training by their professionalism in teaching people how to train their dogs. All instructors are eager to assist members with answers to any ques:on. A great deal of apprecia:on also goes to our van staff volunteers who come every Sunday. They do a wonderful job in enrolling people with their dogs and direc:ng them to the correct classes. Our club is always looking forward to new opportuni:es to improve. This can be by new ideas through members sugges:ons. If you do have a sugges:on, pass it on to your current instructor, van staff or commijee member. So I will see you at training! Paul June 21st: DogsWest Obedience and Trial Rally -O Trial July 1st: End of Agility 2nd Term 22nd July: Agility 3rd Term commences. 6:30pm start. 23rd August: Members Obedience and Rally-O Competition. 23rd September End of Agility 3rd term 27th September: Queens Birthday - No Training 14th October: Agility 4th Term Commences From the Editor Hello Members, Welcome to the winter edition of your Hot Dog. We had a fabulous day for the Dogs West Agility Double Header on June 7th. It was a huge competition and a very long day for some! Well done to everyone who participated. The weather was not so nice for the DogsWest Obedience and Rally-O Trial but we still managed to achieve some great results. As usual a great big thanks to all the judges, volunteers and organisers. There is another Members Obedience and Rally-O Competition in August so get ready to enter. It is great fun for everyone. This edition is packed with tips on keeping your dogs comfortable in the colder months, as well as results from competitions and lots of photos and useful information. Lenore hotdog@northernsuburbsdogclub.orgs NST&ODC June 2015 2
Fee Increases 2015/ 2016 Membership fees as from November 2015 Basic Membership - $60.00 Includes Obedience and/or Rally-O for 1 dog for 1 year. Each subsequent Obedience/Rally dog pays an additional $15 per year. Agility Basic membership ($60) plus $30 for 1 dog for 1 year. Each subsequent Agility dog pays an additional $30 per year. Dances With Dogs Basic membership ($60) plus $15 for 1 dog for 1 year. NST&ODC Vaccination Policy. Due to recent outbreaks of Canine/Kennel Cough in Perth as well as new veterinary research and guidelines, the NST&ODC committee have updated the club's vaccination policy. All new members must display evidence of C5 immunity at a minimum. This can take the form of: C5 vaccination C3 vaccination + Canine/Kennel Cough vaccinations (Bordetella bronchiseptica + canine parainfluenza) C3 titre test + Canine/Kennel Cough vaccinations (Bordetella bronchiseptica + canine parainfluenza) All evidence of immunity must be within date (i.e. the next vaccination date must be in the future) and from a registered vet. As of the next club year (1st November 2015), all renewing members will need to provide the same evidence of immunity (photocopies will be accepted) with their renewal form. Further information: http://www.vetwest.com.au/pet-library/parvovirus-in-dogs http://www.midlandvet.com.au/service/dog-vaccinations/ http://www.midlandvet.com.au/ser /kennel-cough-canine-cough/ For any questions, please contact enquiries@northernsuburbsdogclub.org NST&ODC June 2015 3
June 2015 Hot Dog Topical: Winter is coming As the cold weather approaches, it is time to consider the needs of our pets. We are lucky in Perth to not suffer extremes of cold temperatures, but that doesn t mean that we are immune from cold conditions. Like us, our pets get used to warmer weather so they feel the cold just as we do. It is important your dog has a warm, comfortable place to sleep that is protected from draughts and soft enough to cushion any sore joints. An extra wool blanket can go a long way towards helping retain body heat. Try to keep your dog as dry as possible. Keep up the diet and exercise. It is very tempting to stay warm inside, but winter pooch pouch can cause just as many problems for your furry friend as for you. Also check that your pet has free access to clean fresh water. This is as important in the colder months as it is in the warmer weather. It is particularly important to keep an eye on our older dogs. Like us, they suffer from aches and pains due to aging and injury. Look out for any stiffness or obvious signs of discomfort and be sure to speak to your vet about options for keeping your dog as comfortable as possible. Best of all, enjoy getting out and about in the cooler weather. Here is some great news.modified Stand for Exam For those dogs who are uncomfortable with the traditional Stand For Exam, in CLUB ACHIEVEMENT TRIALS only where recommended by a senior instructor they are now able to qualify using a modified version. The modified version is : a stand stay where the judge walks around the dog no closer than one metre away from the dog which had to stand for 30 secs before handler returns to the dog. A Reminder about Long Leads You should have a soft collar, half check or a harness on him do not use a check chain or head collar as he could seriously hurt himself if he takes off. This is exactly the same look you get from your friends, when you say you re thinking of giving up NST&ODC June 2015 4
CAWA DogsWest Obedience Trial 21st June 2015 Results of Club members who qualified Dogs West Trial 21/6. CCD - No members qualified CD - No qualifiers CDX - 1st - Mav's Maverick UD,ADX,JDM,JDO,GD,SD,HT Owned by Graeme Fairley scored 188 out of 200. 2nd- Borderlight Lord Jaxom CD,RN,AD,JD,GD,SPD Owned by Irene Levitzke scored 175 out of 200. It was a bit wet. UD - No qualifiers Rally Novice - 1st Nolan's Aspen Owned by Graeme Fairley scored 98 out of 100. 2nd - Selby ADX,JDX,JDO,GD,SD,CCD,SPD Owned by Graeme Fairley scored 97 out of 100. 3rd - Bordersligo Sally Magirl AD,JD,TD Owned by Irene Levitzke scored 95 out of 100. Rally Advanced A - 1st - Ma'c Maverick UD,ADX,JDM,JDO,GD,SD,HT Owned by Graeme Fairley scored 100 out of 100. 2nd - Borderlight Zivas Dream RN,CCD Owned by Irene Levitzke scored 97 out of 100. Rally Advanced B - 2nd - Beleg Rhinestone CDX,ET,ADX,JDM,RAE,HTM,GN Owned by Rocco & Maria Caratozzolo scored 88 out of 100. 3rd - Lurikeen Hes Causin Kaos Owned by J. Roeszler scored 74 out of 100. Rally Excellent B - 1st Beleg Rhinestone CDX,ET,ADX,JDM,RAE,HTM,GN Owned by Rocco & Maria Caratozzolo scored 95 out of 100. 2nd - Lurikeen Hes Causin Kaos Owned by J.Roeszler scored 93 out of 100. But then the sun came out And everyone enjoyed the day. And once again a Great Big Thank You to all the volunteers without whom none of this would happen NST&ODC June 2015 5
Not just any van Inside the Club Van, there is a shoppers paradise available at very reasonable prices. You can find the following: Treats Kongs Dumbbells for retrieving Short and long leads Halti and Gentle Leaders Hoops Collars Treat pouches Don t forget to also check out the Club merchandise too! Thinking about volunteering. Here s a great incentive to help out at the next competition! Every time you volunteer to help out, your name goes into a raffle for the chance to win. A FREE YEAR'S MEMBERSHIP. One raffle for obedience stewards, One for agility stewards, and One for van drivers. Be in it to win it, and the more you times you volunteer, the more times you enter. Prizes will be drawn at the end of October. NST&ODC June 2015 6
CAWA DogsWest Trial Agility Double Header June 6th 2015 Club Results Morning Session Excellent Agility Vicki Nemeth SCT 62sec 32 400 Bear AD JD JDX Associate Tricia Holmes ADX first 38.48 Masters Agility Amanda Houston COURSE LENGTH 200MT 45 500 RATE 3 mps SCT 70sec Doonagatha Ace ADX JDM Koolie Ash Bowler ADM second 47.75 Open Agility Vicki Nemeth SCT 62 sec 98 400 Alfie AD JD Associate Anne Humphrey ADO fith 48.4 Excellent Jumping Judy Tsakalos, 140mt SCT 42sec 134 500 Gaitmaster Island Karat CD AD JD Australian Shepherd Kerry McGillivray JDX second 27.33 142 400 Alfie AD JD Associate Anne Humphrey JDX first 37.22 Masters Jumping Jill Houston, 196mt 400/500/600-65sec 200/300-68sec 174 500 188 600 Silverstarz Aster Abby ADM JDM ADO SD SPD GD Jewels Life of Riley ADM JDM ADO JDO SPD Bearded Collie Andrea Carde JDM second 50.34 working border collie Jody Bronovich JDM first 32.78 NST&ODC June 2015 7
Afternoon Session Excellent Agility Nic Ford 130mt 2.5mps SCT 57sec 323 500 Bauers Jetta AD Border Collie Gina O'Keefe ADX first 332 400 Alfie AD JD Associate Anne Humphrey ADX first Masters Agility Vicki Nemeth SCT 62 sec 367 600 Beleg Rhinestone CDX ET ADX JDM ADO GN RAE HTM Dobermann Rocco Caratozzolo ADM Jewels Life of 372 600 Riley ADM JDM ADO JDO SPD Open Agility Nic Ford 132mt 2.5mps 59sec Excellent SCT 600-39sec, Diane Rose 124mt Jumping 500/400-37sec 200/300-41sec 428 500 Gaitmaster Island Karat CD AD JD sec ond working border collie Jody Bronovich ADM first 37.12 Australian Shepherd Kerry McGillivray JDX first 20.92 429 500 Jack JD Border Collie X Holly Taylor JDX 430 500 Adarstern Zafyre Blu RN CCD JD Rough Collie Jackie Motta JDX third 33.96 436 400 Alfie AD JD Associate Anne Humphrey JDX first 32.06 Masters Jumping Judy Tsakalos SCT 43 sec Jewels Life of sec 484 600 Riley ADM JDM working border collie Jody Bronovich JDM 31.06 ond ADO JDO SPD 488 400 Bear AD JD JDX Associate Tricia Holmes JDM first 33.71 sec ond 60 26.72 NST&ODC June 2015 8
Who we are. Club CommiEee Members President: Paul Dyer Vice President: Vel Donaj Secretary: Daniela Fischer Treasurer: Harry Glasgow CommiEee Members: Sue Aston Peter Kerr Andrew Radonjic Erik Sauter Maria Caratozzolo Emily Quek Lenore Radonjic Maros Surmin Obedience Instructors Senior Instructors: Lyn Harrison Jackie Regterschot Bernice NesbiJ (Puppy Specialist) Instructors: SuzeJe Adlem Rocco Carotozzolo Paul Dyer Fay GreJon Elaine Hughes Erik Sauter Dorothy Williams Trainee Instructor: Linda Cas:eu Judith Ryan Assistants: Heike BeJell Agility Instructors Senior Instructors: Jody Bronovich Instructors: Tracey Lord SuzeJe Adlem Frances Coull Lesley Ross Marilyn Brennan Vel Donaj Daniela Fischer Harry Glasgow Vicki Nemeth Ingrid Strong Alison Oddy Zoe Palmer Irene Levitzke Gina O Keefe Danelle Simpson Irene Levitzke DWD Instructor Vel Donaj Training Consultant: Gina O Keefe Rally - O JudyTsakalos Van Staff JeaneJe Langley NST&ODC June 2015 9
A word from our Sponsors ADVERTISE IN THE HOTDOG Members have the opportunity to advertise businesses on the back of our Hot Dog e-newsletter. Quarter page advertisement will be charged at $50 per issue of the Hot Dog (Quarterly). For more information, contact the Club secretary or Hot Dog editor: secretary@northernsuburbsdogclub.org or hotdog@northernsuburbsdogclub.org NST&ODC June 2015 10