VOLUME 30, ISSUE 7 SEPTEMBER 2008 Vizsla Voice Twin Cities Vizsla Club TCVC May Specialty Best in Sweeps: Kizmar Pagliacci Hocus Pocus 'Brandi' Best Opp in Sweeps: Ch Kizmar Pagliacci Only Th' Wicked 'Kreacher' DOB 2-10-07 Ch Kizmar Only Th Lonely Doogie (VZ-4258G25M-T) X Ch. Kizmar Pagliacci Simply Witchy JH Muggles (VZ-7728G26F-PI )
VOLUME 30, ISSUE 7 PAGE 5 DAWG TALK, BY GUNNAR Well, Fun Day has come and gone. And although I had a blast, I can t believe of all people to beat me at my favorite contest, none other than my big brother Radar and little sister Star. Who knew that I d done such a great job of training them while they have been chasing me. I ll have to remember that for the future. Sometimes fun is fun until I don t finish at the front. I do have to brag about my Hot Dog relay team who CRUSHED the competition. It was great having my sister Maude there to strengthen the team. Fun Day brought out some new people, new dogs and a great day. Everyone should be sure to mark their calendars for Fun Day 2009, my buddy Adam Hoffman ran everything superbly and should be very proud of what he did. He of course was too busy to run me, but I still had a fabulous time. Before we know it, the autumn will be upon us and we all know that means BIRDS. That and food are my two favorite words in the English language. Who ever came up with those is a genius. I hope all my fellow red dogs out there will have a wonderful fall and enjoy the time they are given to point and retrieve those wonderful upland game birds. So for a month, I ve been temporarily relocated to my mom s room. There are 9 new critters growing up in what was my room. I don t mind sharing my space, but they are also keeping my play buddy busy. I hope these little ones are able to play soon, I m ready to start training the next group of 50-yard dash runners. I don t know if any one else has been hearing the grumble, but this time of year sounds like Nationals time. Deadlines are quickly approaching for ads, entries and finalizing plans. This year they are being held in Tucson, AZ. I m not sure where that is, but it sounds like it is a ways from home. Be sure to check out the VCA web site on any details and specific information you may be looking for regarding the Nationals. This is always a nice opportunity to see old friends from around the country, meet new ones and of course see a lot of nice dogs! The field trial is before the agility, obedience and show in November. I hope you are all enjoying your summers as it comes to an end. Be sure to take time to enjoy the small thing in life because before we know it they are gone. If any of you are getting out in the field soon, think of me and point, that would make me very happy. For now, I am going to take a nap, until next time, Gunnar. The average dog is nicer than the average person. Andrew A. Rooney
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 6 SUNSHINE NEWS Sympathy To: Diane & Lee Felicetta on their loss of Ivy, Matchpoint s Poise N Ivy JH CGC FD. Ivy joined her daughter Araby on August 5th to hermangiosarcoma. Ivy had very few bad days in her life and was hardly ever sick. She enjoyed her last few days of life looking regal and happy. LeLoie Dutemple and family on the death of Jerry. Jerry was very active with his Vizslas in IA and is a long time member of the VCA. Get Well Wishes To: Mary Ellen Olson who has a total knee replacement. She is at home and doing well with both Basil and Danny at home with her while she slowly heals. MOCA WALK 9th Annual MN Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MOCA) walk Date: Saturday, September 13, 2008 Time: Registration - 7:30 to 8:30 am 2K walk - 9:30 am Awards Ceremony 10:30am Where: Rosland Park - Edina, MN (just south of 62 and west of France) Why: To remember a hard working, faithful TCVC member - Jan Bouman who passed away 4 years ago from Ovarian Cancer. Jan and many TCVC members first supported this walk to raise money in 2003 by walking with their Vizslas (and a few other breeds). Every year someone seems to remember our group and our lovely "Red" dogs. Money raised through registrations and pledges goes to fund research and education for ovarian cancer. How: Go to www.mnovarian.org for more information and to register. Contact Diane Felicetta if you need a memory tag to wear for the walk and/or a scarf for your dog to wear. 2009 CALENDAR PHOTOS The 2009 Calendar Photos will be on display at the September Membership Meeting and then listed in the next Vizsla Voice. Watch for the wonderful photos that will grace the 2009 calendar, represent the Twin Cities Vizsla Club and this wonderful breed. Thank you to everyone who submitted photos and also to everyone who took the time to vote during Fun Day. We continue to have a terrific turnout with photos that get better and better every year. It s never too late to start taking those cover shots already for next year.
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 7 PASSION FOR THE VIZSLA..RESCUE FOR LIFE TCVC Rescue Committee Report submitted by Diane Felicetta, Chair August is becoming a very busy month. When it rains it pours! We have 3 males that are in need of homes and also a female. If anyone can help us out with fostering or know of anyone that may be interested in adopting one of them, please contact us. Check out the TCVC website for current pictures/descriptions of the dogs available. Vizslas Available for Rehoming/Adoption Sally/Sadie 4-6 year old spayed Female. Was found as a stray around Sioux City, IA. She is currently in foster with the Hartmann s. She is up to date on all vaccinations, heartworm and is micro chipped. Please call Kathie for more information at 651-688-7462 Sam 4 yr old neutered male. Will be rehomed from owners. Please call Linda Brueske his case manager at 612-590-6966 for more information Vinnie 5 yr old neutered male. Will be rehomed from owners. Please call Donna Clemenson his case manager at 651-698-5708 for more information. 2-3 yr old male (to be neutered). From Isanti impound. Will be fostered by Chris Petro. Please call Karen Coffee at 651-437-0237 his case manager for more information. Thank you to all of our committee members who work tirelessly to rehome Vizslas when called upon and also those who take them into their homes to foster when no one else will. You are truly angels to the unfortunate Vizslas who need you. Please check out the website from time to time we hope to have more success stories on it. ************************************************************************************************* Passion for the Vizsla..Rescue for Life RESCUE COLLECTION Bring ink jet cartridges and discarded cell phones to the next TCVC meetings for recycling. There will be a box there for collection. The company we are using is Enviro Solutions and the web site address is: http:// www.envirosolutionsllc.com/ The web site shows what ink jet cartridges are accepted. Thanks in advance for everyone s support.
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 8 2008 FUN DAY The Twin Cities Vizsla Club Fun Day brought out great weather, great food, great people and best of all, great dogs! Congratulations to Committee Chair Adam Hoffman on a successful and most of all Fun Day! It was terrific to see so many new people and families out for the day. Our Top Dog of the day goes to Rudder and his young handler Alex Huston. Rudder placed in almost every contest. Alex and Rudder are pictures to the left. Following second was the Charismatic Carerra and handler Donna Clemenson, proof that training does pay off. Donna and Carerra are pictured directly below. In Third was Radar, who had 4 different handlers in 5 of the contests, he proved that you can t hold a good dog down. Below are Radar and 50 yard Dash winner Star. Following are the first place winner s in each contest: Hot Dog Relay: Team of Lindy Huston, Gunnar Hoffbeck, Bailey Bacani, Carerra Clemenson and Maude McNamara Figure 8: Tie with: Rudder Huston, Lonnie Davidson, Lacey Olson, Carerra Clemenson, Danny Olson and Ginny Nash Spoon & Potato Race: Team of Major Flaskerud, Rudder Huston, Lindy Huston and Radar Hoffbeck 50 Yard Dash: From a sit stay Radar Hoffbeck, from a hold Star Hoffbeck Longest Ears: Radar Hoffbeck 18, Danny Olson 18, Major Flaskerud 17.5 Thank you to all of the people who pitched in to make Fun Day such a success! It is very appreciated and makes looking forward to Fun Day 2009 even better.
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 9 He called me Bee An Autobiography I was fast and flashy right out of the box. I loved to run and I loved birds. I was 4 months old when the first bird, a woodcock, fell in front of me. I tried my best to swallow it, and almost did before he got it out of my mouth. Loved the taste and smell of that bird! No matter what the cover; I tore through it in search of birds- big and small. I was always thin. It made me faster. He said I had style and grace; almost like I danced through the woods. Nothing could stop me. Later in life, we took NAVHDA Tests. The boss was happy and said I did very well in them. I just had fun. The water parts weren t my favorite, but I decided to be as cooperative as I could be. After all, he gave me all the care and attention I could have wanted. We did everything together. Chasing squirrels, cats and possums up a tree and then barking treed was a specialty of mine. I was the only one of the girls that did that I was different. It was about the only time I found it necessary to bark. I especially liked facing off with raccoons. At 38 pounds; sometimes they were bigger than me! Porcupines were easy to catch and tasted great. The boss didn t like pulling the quills neither did I. At home, I liked to curl up on the couch in just a little spot, but I d just as soon sit in the lap of anyone who sat near me. A good swing in the log chair outside, was always fun. Eating food was a chore but I loved sweet corn right on the plant! He said I ate up the profits! All I could think was: Hey, I m just a normal Vizsla! Wind River Bee-Line-to-Birds (Bee) is sadly missed by Senna, Haley and Chris Petro June 14, 2002 September14, 2007
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 10 St. Peter Specialty Best of Breed (right) CH Renaissance Kiss Me If You Dare Best of Opposite, Best of Opposite in Veteran s Sweepstakes and Best Stud Dog (above) CH Trisha Cruiser s Radar RN Award of Merit, Best in Veteran s Sweepstakes and Best Brood Bitch (above) CH Kizmar Pagliacci Simply Witchy JH Winner s Dog (below) Sun Cruiser s Helios Best of Winner s/winner s Bitch (below) Jackpot s Queen of Hearts N Vegas
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 11 St. Peter Sweepstakes Best in Sweeps Kizmar Pagliacci Hocus Pocus Best of Opposite in Sweeps CH Kizmar Pagliacci Only Th Wicked Jordan Sweepstakes Best in Sweepstakes Storms Path of Destruction Best of Opposite in Sweepstakes Sawyer s Walz at Pipers Cape From Kevin Flynn, our sweepstakes judge at the June 6 specialty: Beth, Thank you for inviting me to judge the Twin Cities Vizsla Club Sweeps. I totally enjoyed the assignment. I was especially pleased to have so many nice dogs and friendly exhibitors. Again, many thanks for having me judge and I wish you and your members the best in your doggie pursuits. Kevin Flynn
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 12 Jordan Specialty Best of Breed (above) CH Renaissance Lord of th Dance Best of Opposite (above) CH Renaissance Kiss Me If You Dare From Christina Hubbell, our breed judge at the June 6 specialty: Dear Beth, I want to thank you and the Vizsla Club for having me judge your recent specialty show. I enjoyed this assignment very much. Some really nice dogs and people too. I appreciate your transportation and taking care of my needs. It was an honor and a pleasure. Sincerely, Christina Hubbell Best of Winner s/winner s Dog (below) Winner s Bitch (below) Award of Merit (not pictured) Jackpot s Daniel You re a Star Jakra s Flirt n With Temptation CH Panacea s Rawhide
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 14 XYLITOL DANGER Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used in candy and chewing gum. It is also found in some pharmaceuticals and oral health products such as chewable vitamins and throat lozenges. It can also be used in home baking. While Xylitol is safe for humans, it can be harmful to dogs. The compound doesn t affect glucose levels in people, but when ingested by dogs it can cause a dangerous surge of insulin. (In as little as 15 minutes, the blood sugar of a dog that has eaten gum containing Xylitol may register a marked drop in blood sugar.) At higher doses, Xylitol is believed toxic to the canine liver. Just three grams of Xylitol can kill a 65-pound dog. Because the amount of sweetener used in sugar-free chewing gums varies by manufacturer and product, the number of sticks of gum that would prove fatal to a pooch of that size can t be stated with precision. As a general rule of thumb, between eight and ten pieces of gum might be deadly to a 65-pound canine, but a smaller dog could easily die after ingesting far less (perhaps as few as two sticks of gum). A dog that has eaten an item containing Xylitol can be rapidly nit by a dangerous drop in blood sugar that causes weakness, lethargy, loss of coordination, collapse, and seizures. Those symptoms can develop within 30 minutes, and a dog so afflicted will need immediate veterinary treatment to survive. Without help, irreversible brain trauma occurs and the patient dies. Xylitol also appears to cause severe liver damage in dogs within 24 hours. According to a study published in the October 1, 2006 Journal of America Veterinary Medical Association, of eight dogs who had ingested Xylitol, five died of liver failure, and ad additional three canine deaths that occurred after the study was completed were also determined to stem from that cause. While more research needs to be done to categorically prove that Xylitol actually causes canine liver failure, at this time indications point that way. If you think your dog has consumed sugarless gum or any other product containing Xylitol, call your veterinarian immediately. Most likely you will be instructed to bring your pet in to have vomiting induced and IV fluids started, but if you live more than an hour away from a vet, you may have to induce vomiting at home. Veterinary treatment generally involves 24-hour hospitalization and infusion with intravenous fluids containing glucose. Your dog s blood sugar will be monitored every few hours and the dose of flucose being fed to him by IV adjusted as needed. If liver values are normal after 24 hours, your dog will be sent home. As to how to prevent such poisonings, recognize that dogs are long on sweet tooth and short on judgment and act accordingly. Do not leave testy items lying around. Put sugar-free gums and candies where dogs can t get at them. Keep chewable vitamins out of the way too. If you bake with Xylitol, store the resultant goodies well out of your pets reach and do not hand-feed them bits of Xylitol-laced muffins as a treat no matter how much they beg. Never rely on the presumption that what is safe for a human to ingest is equally safe for your pets. (Raisins and grapes, for instance, can prove deadly to your pooch.) Thank you to George Noren and Beth Nash for submitting this important information on Xylitol.
VIZSLA VOICE PAGE 16 BOW WOW WOWS Carerra Rebel Rouser RN CGC TN-N Carerra earned her first Obedience Novice A Q on Saturday, August 16 with a score of 180 1/2. On August 9 & 10, Carerra also competed in APDT Rally. On the 9th, Carerra has 3 runs and in Novice A got a 197 and 2nd Place, 198 and 1st Place and a 205 for 2nd Place in a run off for 1st for three Q s. This earned her a title and also a Level 1 Award of Excellence because her first 3 Q s were all 190 or better. On the 10th Carerra received another two Q s in Novice B with scores of 191 and 203 and a 4th Place She is now Carerra Rebel Rouser RN CGC TN-N RL1. Owner: Donna & David Clemenson Handler: Donna Clemenson Sun Cruiser s Helios Leo was Winner s Dog for a 3-point major at the St. Croix Valley Kennel Club show on Sunday, August 24th for his second major. Owner: Suzanne Ridley Handler: Suzanne Ridley CH Trisha Cruiser s Radar RN CGC Radar earned his first Novice Jumper With Weaves leg on August 3 with a 2nd Place at the SPDTC agility trial. He also earned his first Full House CPE agility leg on July 27. Owner: Jill Hoffbeck & Pete Moller Handler: Jill Hoffbeck CH Poquito s Merci Mi Tiara RE Merci earned her 1st and 2nd standard agility novice legs at the SPDTC spring show April 5 & 6. She received first place in Novice Standard both days. At the NSWG agility trial on July 26 & 27 she earned her first and second Jumpers with Weaves legs with 3rd and 2nd Places. Merci finished both her Novice agility titles at the SPDTC trial on August 2 with a 1st Place in Standard and a 2nd Place in JWW. In Front & Finish Rally Advanced A for January December 2007 Merci was listed as the 2nd ranking Vizsla I the National Report. She is now CH Poquito s Merci Mi Tiara RE NA NAJ. Owner: Jack & Kathie Hartmann Handler: Kathie Hartmann CH Stonepointe Inferno Paradiso CD RA Spark earned his Rally Excellent title with a 4th Place at the Red River North Dog Obedience Club trial on July 19th in Fargo, ND. He is now CH Stonepointe Inferno Paradiso CD RE. Owner: Linda Penry & Suzanne Branch Handler: Linda Penry Jackpot s Solstice Gisele was Winner s Bitch and Best of Winner s on August 23 and 24 to start out her entry into the show ring with two majors. This was at the St. Croix Kennel Club shows in Lake Elmo. What a great start to a great team. Owner: Vickie McGregor Handler: Vickie McGregor CH Pagliacci Kizmar Wicked Brew Wick was Best of Breed Saturday and Sunday, August 23 and 24 at the St. Croix Kennel Club shows in Lake Elmo. She made a nice showing in Groups both days. Owner: Paul Hussa & Kathy Rust Handler: Paul Hussa Jakra s Irresistible Blonde Reese went Winner s Bitch and Best of Winner s both days at the Albert Lea Kennel Club shows on August 9 and 10. Owner: Deb Pedersen & Jak Koch Handler: Deb Pedersen Kizmar Ice Cold Chili Pepper Chili went Winner s Dog, Best of Opposite Sex and Best Puppy at the Albert Lea Kennel Club shows on August 9. He also was Winner s Dog and Best of Opposite Sex on August 10. Owner: Vicki O Neill & Kathy Rust Handler: Vicki O Neill
VOLUME 30, ISSUE 7 Pagliacci Kizmar PAGE 17 MBIS Am/Can/Intl Ch Kizmar Pagliacci Simply Witchy 'Muggles' OFA# VZ-7728G26F-PI Ch. Kizmar Duke of Earl Earl and Ch. Kizmar Caveat Spellbound Eve TCVC May Specialty: Best in Veteran Sweeps - Award of Merit - 1st place Brood Bitch Muggles is a 2007 and 2008 VCA Top Producer: 2007: Devlin, Sadie, Worm and Wick 2008: Bosque, Kreacher and Brandi Paul Hussa and Kathy Rust Pagliacci and Kizmar
Twin Cities Vizsla Club 9085-215th Street West Lakeville, MN 55044 WE RE ON THE WEB! WWW.TCVC.ORG For the Dog Days of Summer - Keep your Dog Cool and get them used to water in your backyard. Fill a plastic kiddie pool with water (start out shallow) gradually adding more water each day. Your dog will stay cool and also entertained. For added entertainment you can add toys that float and sink OR add a scoop of crappie minnows. You can also use feeder goldfish (they don t seem to be as hardy and get caught quite easily). Your dog will be entertained for hours and learn to like the water when they are chasing minnows around. Have not observed any ill effects from eating a few minnows. If your dog likes to dig and you don t want to use water, fill the kiddie pool up with sand and some of their toys. It becomes a great game where they can dig their hearts content. From your friends - Bella the Vizsla, Gimli the GSP and Luna the Jack Russell Terrier in the Felicetta household