The Official Publication of the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Minnesota, Inc. NOMINATIONS The nominating committee has nominated and gotten the consent of the following individuals to run for the following positions at the January 8, 2008 General Membership meeting. Secretary: Janelle Elfstrand Treasurer: Chris Benskin Board Position (2 Open Seats): Bill Blanchard Gary Westergren Additional nominations may be made at the November 13 meeting according to by-law Article 4.4 NGSPA Region 8 and Hungarian Partridge Championships September 20-30, 2007 Linn s Windwalker Abbie NC/FC Willow s on the Spot Over the last couple of weeks in September the National German Shorthaired Pointer Association (NGSPA) holds the Region 8 and Hungarian Partridge Championships in Cheyenee, WY. The event is held at the Richardson Ranch, home of Keith and Bobbi Richardson. This year we had two club dogs make some noise out in Wyoming. In the Region 8 Open Shooting Dog Championship the named Champion was NC/FC Willow s on the Spot, owned by John Lunseth and handled by Eldon Hongo of Cheyenne, WY. In the Hungarian Partridge All-Age Championship the Champion was Linn s Windwalker Abbie, owned by Clark and Matt Linn and handled by Dennis Brath of Campbellsport, WI.
2007 Officers: President: Joe Engel (763)262-1033 evolutiongundogs@connections-etc.net Vice President: Chad Hines (320)745-2331 willowcreekkennels@hotmail.com Treasurer: Chris Benskin (612)396-8502 gspcmntreasurer@earthlink.net Secretary: Janelle Elfstrand (651)583-3137 GspcmnSecretary@Yahoo.com SCHEDULE OF GSPCMN EVENTS November 13, General Membership Meeting/Open Nominations, Board Meeting to Follow Kelly s, 63rd and Boone Ave, Brooklyn Park, MN January 8, 2008 General Membership Meeting/Elections, Board meeting to follow. Kelly s, 63rd and Boone Ave, Brooklyn Park, MN Board of Directors: Clark Linn (763)428-8917 Ed Hanson (763) 754-9929 Jodi Hines (320)745-2331 Pete Forsberg (763)784-6814 Todd Piechowski (763)682-9157 April 11-13, 2008 Walking Field Trial, Kelley Farms Marine on St. Croix, MN Chris Benskin (612)396-8502 April 19-20, 2008 Spring Hunt Test #1, Kelley Farms Marine on St. Croix, MN * Pete Forsberg (763)784-6814 May 10-11, 2008 Spring Hunt Test #2, Kelley Farms Newsletter Information Advertising and Submission deadline is the 20th of the month for next month s edition. Advertising Rates: Business Card $2.50 per month 1/4 Page $5.00 per month 1/2 Page $10.00 per month Full Page $20.00 per month Marine on St. Croix, MN * Joe Engel (763)262-1033 May 23-26, 2008 Spring Horseback Field Trial, Crow Hassan Park Reserve, Rogers, MN * Dan Erickson (763)473-6821 June 6, 2008 Specialty Show and Obedience/Rally Trial Mary Morris (701)642-4832 * Pending AKC Approval 2008 Awards Banquet After heading up the annual Awards Banquet over the last few years, Joe Engel has decided to step down form that position. The Board of Directors would like to appoint a new Awards Banquet Chairperson. If you are interested or have any questions about what is entailed with the job, please call Joe Engel at (763)262-1033.
FIELD BRAGS AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF MEMBERS AND THEIR DOGS September 20-25 NGSPA Region 8 Open All-Age Championship, Cheyenne, WY Ru Ch. NC/FC Willow s On The Spot. Owner: John Lunseth September 26-30 NGSPA Hungarian Partridge Open Shooting Dog Championship, Cheyenne, WY Ru Ch. NC/FC Willow s On The Spot. Owner: John Lunseth Minnesota Federation of Field Trial Clubs Winter Meering January 15th, 2008 6:00-9:00 PM Kelly s, 63rd & Boone, Brooklyn Park, MN September 29-30 North Country Gordon Setter Club FT, Solon Springs, WI Amateur Walking Gun Dog (13 Starters) 3rd CH West Star Leading The Way MH O/H: Rona Everson Open Gun Dog (21 Starters) 2nd Coldcreek Jake O/H: Ian MacTavish Open Limited Gun Dog (12 Starters) 3rd FC Oak Hollow s Extreme Jake O: Wayne Wiener H: Greg Dixon Katrina Submitted by Myrna Johnson Katrina was born shortly before Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, she was a real little hurricane herself, thus her name. Katrina is extremely line bred she is out of my bitch, CH Shade Mtn Wayward Wind (Mattie) and CH NMK'S Jack's Are Idlewild JH. At seven weeks old Katrina went to live with the Claybaugh's and joined her half brother Ch. Myrmar's Gunther von Dresbach. Craig Claybaugh is my son and Katrina became a multi generational affair Kattrina was bred by me, is owned by daughter in law, Deanna Claybaugh, and has been shown to all her points by my 13 year old grandson, Trent Claybaugh. Trent had never really shown a dog,he showed Gunther after he was finished in Junior Showmanship a few time but had never been in the bred ring. Off to classes with Mom and Grandma, after just three classes we brought Katrina out for experience. Her first show at seven months she won a 3 point major from the puppy class, her winning ways continued and by the time she was 9 months old she had 11 points, both majors all from the Puppy Class. During the fall, winter, and spring of that year Trent was busy with school, hockey and baseball. Katrina sat on the sidelines with her 11 points. We brought Katrina out again for the GSPC of MN. Speciality show weekend, she didn't place. The time off showed, Trent and Katrina were not working as a team. Back to classes, in July we took Katrina to the Duluth Kennel Club shows and came home with 2 single points. The next show she went to was the St. Croix Kennel Show in early August, she came away from the Saturday show with another major and became Ch. Myrmar's Fire and Ice Princess Katrina. This fall Katrina is doing a lot of hunting, we hope to bring her out in the spring for some of the Hunt Tests in search of her JH title.
Feeding The Canine Athlete for Optimal Performance Robert L. Gillette, DVM, MSE The veterinary profession is currently witnessing an increased demand from our clientele for information concerning performance of the canine athlete. The expectations come as a result of the scientific advancements in human sports medicine. If a pet owner is only interested in companionship, minimal stress will be placed upon the pet's body. As the athletic demands of the owner increase there is a proportional increase in the physical demands placed upon the animal's body. A certain level of energy is needed to maintain homeostasis, and additional energy is utilized during physical activity. Designing the proper nutritional program begins by defining the type of activity and then the level of activity the dog will be asked to perform. Once the activity requirements are determined, the components of the daily feeding regimen can be formulated. In addition, supplementation can be utilized to address additional energy requirement needed by the different activities. A professional and informed approach to feeding can enhance performance and minimize problems that can result in poor performance. Activity Type and Level The body needs energy to maintain homeostasis, and additional energy during physical activity. The maintenance energy requirement (MER) is defined as the energy used by a moderately active adult dog in a thermoneutral environment (MER=30 kcal/# for a 50+ pound dog). When the body performs at a level greater than its normal daily routine there is a greater for energy. Physical activities can be divided into two categories: strength/power activities and endurance activities. Strength/power events are of short duration (< 2 minutes) and are performed at intensities that are maximal or supramaximal. Some events are intermediate, they are performed at varying intensities for a duration of 2-4 minutes. Endurance events usually last longer than four minutes and are performed at intensities < 90% of maximal aerobic power (VO2 max). It is estimated that a dog hunting for one hour utilizes 1.1 x MER, a full day of hunting utilizes 1.4-1.5 x MER, and a sled dog pulling for one day uses 2-4 x MER. The body utilizes three systems to provide energy for the body. The type of activity defines which of the systems will be used. The immediate energy source is from the one enzyme system. It provides energy for the first five to twenty seconds. This system uses intracellular ATP, Creatine Phosphate (CP), and the ADP/myokinase reaction to provide energy for increased body activity. The glycolytic energy pathway provides energy from five to twenty seconds up to two minutes. Energy comes from the anaerobic breakdown of glucose. This is a more complicated form of energy production involving multiple steps and enzymes. The third energy source is from oxidative metabolism. It starts approximately two minutes after the start of the physical exercise. It is the most complicated energy system. It can use various substrates and is the most efficient energy system. Strength/power activities rely heavily upon the one enzyme and the glycolytic energy systems, and endurance activities rely upon the oxidative energy systems. Nutritional Components The three energy sources used by the body are carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Digestible carbohydrates are the sugars and the starches. Cellulose, pectin, and gums are the carbohydrates that are termed fibers and are minimally digestible. The simple sugars, called monosacharides, are glucose, fructose, and galactose. These carbohydrates are in the smallest form and do not need to broken down to be absorbed by the intestine. The disacharides are sucrose, maltose, and lactose and are compounds composed of two of the simple sugars. The starches are complex carbohydrates, polysaccharides, that are long chains composed of the simple sugars. Disacharides and polysaccharides need to be broken down enzymatically to be absorbed by the intestine. Carbohydrates have an energy yield of 3.5 kcal per gram. Protein is both an energy source an a source of amino acids. High-quality animal source proteins proteins provide superior digestibility, amino acid balances, and palatability. Exercise increases an athlete's protein requirement. Exercise places excess demands upon the body which result in tissue disruption and occasionally tissue damage. These tissues must be remodeled and repaired which can result in an increased protein demand. This demand can be met by increased protein ingestion. Protein can also be used for an energy source with an energy yield of 3.5 kcal per gram. Fat is used by the body for energy and can be used as a metabolic water source. Fats are highly digestible, very palatable, and are an energy dense nutritional ingredient. It has an energy yield of 8.5 kcal per gram. They are also essential for the absorption of the fat soluble vitamins, A, D, E, and K. Fat provides a source of metabolic water. Fat metabolism produces 107 g of water for every 100 grams of fat. Protein produces 40g water/100g protein, and carbohydrate produces 55g water/100 g carbohydrate. Fatty acid ratio can also help to reduce the production of inflammatory mediators in canine skin, plasma, and neutrophils. Dietary omega-6:omega-3 fatty acid ratios between 5:1 and 10:1 are optimum.
Vitamins and minerals are also very important in the canine athlete. Some important vitamins are A, D, E, K, and the B-complex vitamins, especially thiamin, niacin, and cyanocobolamine (B1, B3, and B12). Vitamin A plays a role in ligament and tendon health. Vitamin D is important in maintaining the calcium and phosphorus balance. Vitamin E is a very important anti-oxidant. It acts to maintain cell membrane stability, which is very important in dogs that use their olfactory senses, i.e. pointing breeds, detector dogs, and search and rescue dogs. Vitamin K is important to maintain proper blood conditions in the canine athlete. Thiamin helps to minimize the effects of stress related to competition and performance. Niacin aids in carbohydrate metabolism, and is required for red blood cell production. Cyanocobolamine is essential for synthesis of protein and formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin. Most vitamin needs are met with a normal high quality diet, but in certain situations supplementation can be beneficial to performance. Nutritional Program Design Sprint athletes utilize the one enzyme system and the glycolytic energy system. The duration of their activity does not last long enough to access energy from the oxidative energy system. Their base diet should include a high percentage of carbohydrates and protein. Some of these diets are currently manufactured or carbohydrate sources can be added to a traditional high protein diet. If the competition involves many repetitive sprints or activities the body will at some point begin using energy from the oxidative system. In these cases a better diet would include a balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fat energy sources. The increase in fat content would provide energy for the later activities. Endurance athletes are much more dependent upon the oxidative energy systems. These athletes would benefit from a higher percentage of fat in their diet. Some manufactured diets are balanced in this way or a fat based supplement can be added to their normal diet. When the body is burning fat for its energy source it delays muscle glycogen depletion. This action then delays the deleterious effects of fatigue. It has also been shown that burning fat is metabolically cooler than burning protein. Minimizing the increase in body temperature would be beneficial to dogs working in endurance events. This is especially true for dogs working in warmer environments. *** An important note is that it takes four to six weeks for the body to condition itself to benefit from any diet alterations. This is especially true when increasing the fat content. For example, the hunting dog must begin adding the fat supplement at least four to six weeks prior to the beginning of the hunting season. Also, to benefit from the diet change at the beginning of the hunting season, a conditioning or training program must begin at this same time the diet change is initiated to train the body systems to utilize the supplement. *** Supplementing with vitamins and minerals can enhance performance. Supplement timing is the key factor when influencing performance. Simple sugar carbohydrates, proper protein, combined with the applicable vitamins and minerals can be given at key times around the event to benefit performance. These will be discussed in greater detail in subsequent articles. Summary The veterinarian should discuss the expectations of the owner, and determine exactly what demands are being placed upon their dog. Once the activities are determined, a proper nutritional program can be designed to provide the amount and type of energy that is needed to maximize performance
2007 Fall Field Trial Over the weekend of September 21-23 the club held it s annual Fall Field Trial. For the first time this event was held at the Douglas County Bird Sanctuary near Solon Springs, WI. For those of you that have never been to those grounds, it is a unique place, more information on the grounds can be found at http://douglascountywi.org/countydepartments/forestry/forest%201/bird% 20Sanctuary2k.pdf The event was headed up this year by Clark Linn who went to the effort to secure these great grounds for the trial. The secretary was Jill Piechowski. The rest of the committee that helped plan and execute the trial were Dan Erickson, Gary Moe, Ian MacTavish, Bruce Mueller, and Mike Rodegherio. The judges for this years event were Clark Linn, Dave Benson, Kevin Jahr, Robert Tomczak, Dan Erickson, and Carl Olson. Thank you to all of them for giving of their time and knowledge. Friday started with a delay due to thunder, lightening, rain, and hail in the area. Luckily the area is mostly sand so the moisture drained off quickly and the Open Limited Gun Dog was able to start by mid-morning. The remaining days started off cool and warmed up with a good breeze going in the afternoon. The conditions for the Amateur Gun Dog on Sunday were tough with it being 80 degrees with a hot wind blowing, uncomfortable for both man and beast. As usual these trials don t happen without the hard work of the committee and other people in attendance. Special thanks go out to Wayne Wiener, Dave Benson, Dan Erickson, and all others that pitched in to plant birds. The dog wagon was manned for most of the weekend by Tim Zick and Pat Vande Hei. Food from Friday night s dinner until the end of the trial was prepared by Chris Benskin. It was a long weekend and we ran a total of 74 dogs. The puppy stake was canceled due to low entries. Open Limted Gun Dog (15 Starters) Judges: Dave Benson, Clark Linn 1st FC/AFC Prairies Edge Tippy GSP O/H: Pat Vande Hei 2nd withheld 3rd Brophy s Supercharged IS O: Brad Yoho H: Greg Dixon 4th Tonka Upwind Victorine VIZ O: Stella Lang H: Greg Dixon Open All-Age (9 Starters) Judges: Robert Tomczak, Kevin Jahr 1st withheld 2nd FC/AFC Prairies Edge Tippy GSP O/H: Pat Vande Hei 3rd withheld 4th withheld Open Gun Dog (17 Starters) Judges: Robert Tomczak, Carl Olson 1st Shirley s Gift PTR O/H: Kevin Jahr 2nd Schuster s All Max d Out JH GSP O/H: Rob Schuster 3rd WCK s Rolling Thunder SH GSP O/H: Chris Benskin 4th Cebourns High Roll-N-Angel GSP O/H: Tim Zick Amateur Gun Dog (19 Starters) Judges: Carl Olson, Dave Benson 1st Jack s Ugo GSP O/H: Jack Hlustik 2nd FC/AFC Prairies Edge Tippy GSP O/H: Pat Vande Hei 3rd Cebourns High Roll-N-Angel GSP O/H: Tim Zick 4th withheld Open Derby (14 Starters) Judges: Kevin Jahr, Dan Erickson 1st Backwoods Sweet Baby Ray GWP O/H: Greg Dixon 2nd Shiloh s Enforcer VIZ O: J Ritenour H: Robert Tomczak 3rd Backwoods Smooth Operator GWP O/H: Greg Dixon 4th Bitamy s Morgan Hill GWP O: S Uhl
By Craig Doherty Publisher, Field Trial Magazine Editor s Column from Fall 2007 Issue http://www.fielddog.com/ftm/ Fall has been in the air lately here in northern New Hampshire and, like in most places, field trials have already started. Despite the growing number of trials and increasing entries at many trials, we can expect more and more pressure from animal rights groups and government do-gooders who want to see an end to all bloodsports and any activities that are related to them. We most likely appear to be some sort of anachronistic Wild West show with pistols on our hips and a trailer full of dogs and horses. Most people making rules and decisions that will affect our sport have no clue about what we do. We can complain about them, curse the bureaucracies that they work for, and blame it all on some great liberal conspiracy, but while we are doing that, we will continue to lose grounds and have ridiculous rules foisted upon us. Editor s Ramblings Wow, things go fast! Already in the middle of hunting season with Thanksgiving just around the corner. I want to extend an invitation to all of you to send me some hunting pictures and/or stories for inclusion in the newsletter. Email or snail mail hard copies are all acceptable. Hope all of you have a happy and safe Thankgiving. There are numerous ways that we can help hang on to what we still have. Organizing to fight for what we have traditionally been allowed to do is one way. In the long run though the fight will be lost if we don t win the hearts and minds of more people. The growing youth trial idea in the model begun by Bass Pro Shops and AFTCA is one positive step. Another step we can take is to invite decision makers within the bureaucracy as well as elected representatives to attend our events. At the same time, we need to encourage more participation in our events, junior handler and/or hunting dog stakes often help bring new people to the sport. Probably the most important step we cancan take is to try and band together as a whole, rather than sniping about the differences between events on the internet, we should be bringing the leaders off all field trial organizations together. Together we may stand a chance. We need to be vigilant, but at the same time we need to have fun, get out to trials, and run our dogs. Neat Pigeon Loft Plans http://www.redroselofts.com/starter_loft.htm
Crockpot Pheasant 2 pheasant 1/4 cup salt 1/2 cup water or broth barbecue sauce, optional Marinade: 1/3 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons minced garlic, optional 1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Onion Powder to taste PREPARATION: Rinse pheasant. Place pheasant in a large bowl with salt; cover with water. Let pheasant soak for 1 hour; drain and rinse. Combine marinade ingredients. Put pheasant and marinate in large non-reactive container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Stir occasionally to keep pheasant coated. Discard marinade and transfer pheasant to slow cooker; add 1/2 cup of water or chicken broth. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 7 hours. About 30 minutes before done, coat pheasant with barbecue sauce, if desired. St Croix Valley Brittany Club's Youth Field Trial Event As with our sport, the future of all things will be in the hands of our youth. Sunday June 3rd the St. Croix Valley Brittany hosted their inaugural Pointing Dog Youth Event. From the excitement we saw in these young people and the love they showed their dogs our sport will be in good hands. With the support of friends, grandparents and parents like Mary Tyson (who accompanied her 15 year old son, Ben Gerlinger), we can be assured -- at least for the near future -- that happy dogs and hunters will be afield come hunting season in Minnesota. Ben enjoys playing basketball and helps his mother with her Brittanys. Keith Huber, at the young age of nine, has had a good start with bird dogs. He goes hunting with dad and said he even got to go to South Dakota last year. Chester, his Pointer, will no doubt be leading the way this year. Jacob Paron, from Hinckley, at 7 is just a few years older than his first dog: A Brittany named Bell. Jacob s dad Dean brought Jacob and Bell. When Michael Houghton is not helping his father train their dogs he enjoys being a ski instructor. Juice, a nice young Brittany, belongs to Michael and parents Brian and Ann Houghton. Koda, a fine looking German Shorthaired Pointer, teamed with 15 year old Mitch Patterson. I am sure that dad Bryon did the driving and all three are looking forward to this year s season. I don t know if Molly, a nice little Brittany, belongs to Ben Uecker or his grandfather, John Jenkins, but with an A student like Ben, Molly should turn out great. I apologize for not getting around to everyone but come back next year and tell me about this years hunting season with your dogs. S u b m i t t e d b y : G a r y S a d l e r AKC Executive Field Representative
Individual Membership $25.00 Family Membership $30.00 German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Minnesota 2008 Membership Application Name: Spouse Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Home Phone: Work Phone: Email: Information: How many dogs do you currently own? What Breeds? Do you breed dogs? (Yes/No) If yes, how many litters do you have per year? If yes, what health clearances do you run on your dogs prior to breeding? Are you a member of any other breed club? ( Yes/No) Have you ever been suspended or expelled from another breed club? ( Yes/No) If you answered yes to the last question, explain the circumstances using an additional sheet of paper. Have you ever been suspended or fined by the American Kennel Club, Inc.? ( Yes/No) If you answered yes to the last question, explain the circumstances using an additional sheet of paper. What activities do you participate with your dog (s) in, circle all that apply. Hunting AKC Hunt Tests Field Trials Conformation Obedience Agility Would you be interested in helping at any club sponsored events? Circle all the apply. Specialty Show Hunt Tests Field Trials Awards Banquet Fun Days Novelties Newsletter Game Fair I agree to abide by all Club by-laws and breeding guidelines. I also certify that I/we are in good standing with the AKC. If either of these conditions are violated you may be suspended of removed from The German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Minnesota, Inc. Signature Date Please fill out and return with dues to: Chris Benskin Treasurer GSPC of MN 22020 Jivaro St Oak Grove, MN 55303-8625
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