Encouraging and Promoting Quality Terriers Newsletter of the Tampa Bay Terrier www.tampabayterrierclub.com Message From The President WELCOME TO 2014!!! Happy New Year everyone! Here's hoping that everyone had a wonderful holiday season and the new year brings everyone good health, good luck and good laughs. Speaking of good laughs! Looking back on the conformation shows, as we were sitting ringside in four layers of clothes, we must have looked pretty pathetic and extremely funny. On Monday morning, the weather at the start of the show was balmy and pleasant but as the day progressed the temperature started dipping and the winds whipping. By the end of Monday's show, sunny Florida went to the dogs! Of course the only ones enjoying the cold, windy air were the dogs! January 2014 Inside this issue: MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2 MINUTES 3 UPCOMING SHOWS 6 1 Tuesday's show should have been titled; 'Hell Freezes Over in Brooksville!' At the start of Tuesday's show, the thermometer registered somewhere between cold and freezing and a few avid dog people still appeared to compete. Guess there is no explaining crazy! But all in all, the shows came off without any complaints or problems and I think the exhibitors had a good time. There were some excellent dogs shown and for being a date change a wonderful turnout! A huge congratulation and thank you to Linda Lopez for chairing the shows and helping to ease the transition to the January circuit. Everyone was very receptive and enthusiastic about the change and hopefully the club has found a home for a long time. With effort, help and suggestions to parent, local or regional clubs there is no reason why our shows can't be built into a great Terrier Event! Although there will be a lull in major club activities, there is always a lot of planning and brainstorming to prepare for the events for the upcoming year. This is why it is important to have members at the meetings for new, fresh ideas and suggestions. Those members that compete in conformation and performance are ultimately the people that are more in tune with the doggie world and can bring a new slant to the table. Even if you are unable to attend AROUND THE RING 7 UPCOMING EVENTS 8 MEET THE BREED GLEN OF IMAAL MEET THE BREED RUSSELL TERRIER 9 10 ADVERTISING 11 ADVERTISING 12 GARAGE SALE 14 15 Continued on page 5
Tampa Bay Terrier Club Officers and Board President -Reatha Omodio 813-991-9083 Omodio@verizon.net Vice President Conni Adams 813-759-9377 TerriLaneTerriers@verizon.net Recording Secretary- Tracey Wells 727-687-4650 WagginCritter@aol.com Treasurer- Jim Omodio 813-991-9083 Omodio@verizon.net Corresponding Secretary- Ellen Axelrod 727-586-4618 Westie1@tampabay.rr.com Board of Directors Year 2013 Lorrie Geyer-Limitone 727-443-2935 FirstGeyer@aol.com Randy Limitone 727-443-2935 Limitone1@aol.com Board of Directors-continued Steve Adams 813-759-9377 TerriLaneTerriers@verizon.net Chip Wells 727-687-4786 Wizardswebfl@aol.com Terrier Spotlite Editor Tracey Wells 727/687-4650 Tbtc.newsletter@gmail.com General Meeting Notice From: Ellen Axelrod Corresponding Secretary General meeting January 20th meeting has been cancelled due to the January shows in Brooksville The next General Meeting is February 17th at 7:30 At East Bay Animal Hospital 3445-A East Bay Dr, Largo Board Meeting Notice The next board meeting will be held on Monday, January 13th.Sweet Tomatoes on South Dale Mabry Highway Tampa, 6:30 eat, 7:30 meeting. Page 2
GENERAL MEETING MINUTES Tampa Bay Terrier Club General Meeting Dec 28, 2013 Call to Order Reatha called the meeting to order at 7;55 pm, President's Message- Thank you Ellen for having the Holiday Party at her house Recording Secretary- Tracey- Linda Motioned to except the minutes as published in the newsletter Ellen seconded all in favor Corresponding Secretary- Ellen would someone else to take over having the Holiday party she is still willing to do the Hurricane Party, Earthdog has processed Treasurer- Jim -Financial reviewed, Committee Reports- Membership-Linda- nothing to report Sunshine- Reatha- Thoughts and prayers go out to Marj Lorand and Joe Whitney for speedy recoveries Breeder Referral- Ellen- nothing to report Programs- Conni to see if the vet that we have our meetings at will come talk about vaccines Website- Chip - due to earthdog stats where up Newsletter- Tracey needing more brags NO GENERAL MEETING IN JAN DUE TO THE SHOWS FAKC- Conni - minutes? Earthdog- Conni / Linda Tracey and Lorrie Show Chair- Linda- Jan 6-7 Page 3 See minutes on page 4
Minutes from page 3 Old Business- News Business- Nominating Committee needs to be selected and Steve Adams agreed to chair the committee as the board member with Anthony and Linda Lopez and Rob Cobussen as reinforcements. They will need to find replacements for the following offices: President and Treasurer and will be recruiting the new slate at the Holiday Party. Brags Please send all brag information to Tracey with the dog's registered name, event, show, judge's information along with a picture to be published in the newsletter Adjourn-8:20 Linda motioned to adjourn Conni second all in favor.. Join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ groups/412680515447770/ Page 4
President from page 1 2013 could not have been a success without the help of the club members that work hard and give their very best to make every event great! Please help me in thanking the officers and board members, and the members that spend many hours behind the scenes keeping the club functioning. Thank you everyone. Don't forget, the March Earthdog dates now belong to the Florida Gulf Coast Dachshund Club. To help them get started our club will be mentoring them for those two days and everyone is invited to come to Ocala and 'dig' in! If there are any questions please contact Cherie Onkst at conkst @gmail.com. Cherie will be the test secretary for the two day event. Please get all your brags to Tracey so she can publish them in the newsletter. We are proud of our members and their accomplishments with their dogs! Until next month, Reatha Page 5
FROM THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE The nominating committee chaired by Steve Adams reports the flowering slate All positions have tentatively been filled President :Chip Wells Vice President Conni Adams Recording Secretary Tracey Wells Corresponding Secretary Ellen Axelrod Treasurer Steve Adams
Around the Ring.Tracey Wells/ Ellen Axelrod- West Highland White Terrier Royal AKA White Sands Mid-Night Express O Lochnelle Windhill won the following 11/14/2013 Ocala Seminole Dog Fanciers Mrs Elaine Mathis Open dog BOW 1 point 11/15/2013 Ocala Seminole Dog Fanciers Mr Joe Walton Open Dog BOW 1 point 11/17/2013 Ocala Greater Ocala Dog Club Mrs Carole Beattie Open Dog BOW 4 point major Tak-A Chance Turning 4 Home RATN I have attached a new photo of CH Tak-A Chance Time Honored, AX, AXJ, RE, CAA, RATO New Rally Advanced title New CGC Tak-A Chance Song Sung Bleu NA, NAJ, RA, CGC Australian Terrier Susan Saulvester New Barn Hunt Open Title Ch Tak-a Chance Time Honored RE, CAA, AX, AXJ RATI RATO New Barn Hunt Novice Title Tak-a Chance Turning 4 Home RATI RATN New Rally Advanced Title Tak-A Chance Song Sung Bleu RA, NA, NAJ Page 8
Meet The Breeds Glen of Imaal Terrier.The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a rough-and-ready working terrier that is the least known of the four terrier breeds native to Ireland. Longer than tall and sporting a harsh coat of medium length, the Glen is very much a big dog on short legs. The Glen is the only terrier breed of Ireland not defined by a single color. Acceptable colors for the breed are various shades of wheaten, blue and brindle.. Initially bred to rid the home and farm of vermin, and hunt badger and fox, these rugged dogs also had a unique task for which they were expressly designed to perform - they were turnspit dogs. The turnspit was a large wheel which, when paddled by the dog, would turn a spit over the hearth -- a canine propelled rotisserie. Today's Glens are very much the same as the Glens that worked the lowlands of County Wicklow 100 years ago, with very little refinement or influence by fashion. When working, the Glen is active, agile, silent and intent upon its game; otherwise, he can be a docile companion for families with older children. A real terrier of considerable substance and temperament, this breed is a harsh-coated breed that requires stripping twice a year. Hair should also be removed from under the tail, the ears, and from between the pads. Terrier Group; AKC recognized in 2004. Ranging from 12½ to 14 inches tall at the shoulder. Fox hunter, vermin chaser. Page 9
Meet The Breeds Russell Terrier.The Russell Terrier is a strong, hardy, earth-working Terrier. He is full of life and moves with confidence that matches his keen expression. The breed's handy size, small flexible chest, nose, strong voice and fearless nature make it an excellent specimen to work vermin below ground. Its weatherproof coat may be smooth, broken or rough and is predominantly white with tan and/or black markings. The Russell Terrier originated in England, but developed in Australia. The small size of the breed made it ideal to be carried on horseback in terrier bags, a requisite for certain terrain. The breed derived from the Reverend Parson's fox working terrier strains, sharing many common characteristics of the Parson Russell Terrier. However, it must be noted the two breeds are distinctly different in body structure and height and have been maintained as separate breeds in the US and Europe. The Russell Terrier is confident, highly intelligent and faithful, and views life as a great adventure. The breed possesses a vast amount of energy, so it does best with an active family that spends a lot of time outdoors. It will remain devoted and loving to its 'people' for its lifetime. The Russell Terrier coat requires minimal upkeep beyond brushing and occasional bathing. Terrier Group. Ranging in size from 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder. Fox hunter. Page 10
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Garage Sale For Sale Eggs-FREE Item For Sale Description / image We are being over whelmed with the amount of eggs we are getting from our girls. If any one wants eggs let me know and all I ask is bring a carton. Call me Tracey Wells 727-687-4650 Items Being Looked For Item be Looked For Name and Contact For Person Looking for Item Let us know if you are looking for something that we can list Page 13
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