July 2014 Inside This Issue: Annual Sunflower Cluster Meeting 2 June Gen. Mem. 3 Mtg. Minutes Salina Match 4 Traveling with Your Dog 5 WICHITA KENNEL CLUB, INC. NEWS FOR THE DOG FANCIER A Word from the President Tom Chase Our annual summer Cluster Meeting is coming up soon. As detailed below, the meeting will be held at Martinelli s in Salina on Sunday, July 27 th. This is your opportunity to make your opinions known and to hear the opinions of the members of our partner clubs, the Salina Kennel Club, the Hutchinson Kennel Club, and the Wichita Dog Training Club. There are some important topics to discuss regarding the future of the Sunflower Cluster Dog Shows, so do your best to attend. Please accept my personal thanks for the support and kind words and thoughts following Leanne s recent injury. She probably won t be participating in any dog shows for a while, but I m confident that she ll be as good as new in a few months. It s nice to know that there are so many of you who care. Tom From the Editor: All opinions expressed or implied in this publication are those only of the author(s) of that opinion. The deadline for submission of articles in the newsletter is the 28th of every month. The newsletter is always available for download from the website: www.wichitakennelclub.org Your brags or news items can be sent to: Leanne Chase 12626 SW 160 th St. Rose Hill, KS 67133 316-650-8463 blackmagicbrt@aol.com July 2014 Membership Meeting Speaker: Garry Cowan, DVM Topic: Vaccines Time: 7:30 PM When: Monday, July 14, 2014 Wichita Kennel Club 3448 North Emporia
NEWS FOR THE DOG FANCIER Page 2 of 6 ANNUAL SUNFLOWER CLUSTER MEETING Our annual meeting of the Sunflower Cluster will be Sunday, July 27th, at Martinelli's Little Italy, 158 S. Santa Fe Ave., in Salina at 1:00 until 4:00 PM. Please let Kim Jenning know, if you plan to attend so we can have a head count for the restaurant by July 15th. Also, please arrive a little early so we can get started right away. We have a lot to discuss! We will all order off the menu. Wichita Kennel Club members will each pay for their own meals this year. If there is anything you would like to have on the agenda, please let me know. RSVP by July 15. Martinelli's Little Italy 158 S. Santa Fe Ave. Salina, KS 67401 785-826-9190 August General Meeting Emergency Hospital Monday August 11th Kim Jenning, Cluster Coordinator 2015 Sunflower Cluster of Dog Shows tandavakj@att.net, Cell Phone: 316-304-6142 AKC on Facebook You re invited! We just created a new Facebook group specifically for AKC club members at https://www.facebook.com/groups/akcclubs/. Join us to share your successes, ideas and tips with other AKC club members from across the country. We re also always looking for ideas on how the AKC can help you increase membership and promote your club s events. Share your thoughts in the group. Join now to start networking with your fellow clubs. Sincerely, Lisa Peterson AKC Director of Communications
Page 3 of 6 NEWS FOR THE DOG FANCIER Wichita Kennel Club General Meeting Minutes June 9, 2014 President Tom Chase called the meeting to order at 8:55 PM. Visitors in attendance were Barbara Cardwell, Amy Lemke, Leslie Weber, and Audra Welty. The May WKC General Membership Meeting minutes were approved as published in the newsletter by the members. Treasurer: Bev Benjes was not present but Tom reported the final show results were not yet available. Art Show: Pat Deshler reported there is only one piece left to be returned to the artist. Silent Auction: Joann Fletcher thanked those who contributed to the Silent Auction this month and drew for a prize. Jackie Storrer demonstrated a few breed specific baskets she had put together. Membership: The membership voted to accept Leslie Weber and Amy Lemke as new members to the Wichita Kennel Club. Handling Class: Kim Jenning requested volunteers to help with the Tuesday evening handling classes. Newsletter: Leanne Chase thanked the readers of the monthly newsletter by holding a hidden message prize drawing. Meeting was adjourned at 9:12PM. Monica Monroe Recording Secretary SUNFLOWER CLUSTER SILENT AUCTION COLLECTION The Silent Auction Committee is asking that everyone who attends a general membership meeting bring an item for the Sunflower Cluster auction. So if you are out and about and see a garage or estate sale, take a moment to see if there are any items that might be suitable for our auction. Bring these items to a general membership meeting to win a prize.
NEWS FOR THE DOG FANCIER Page 4 of 6 Salina Kennel Club Sanctioned B/OB/Rally Fun Match Saturday, July 12, 2014! Conformation, Obedience (Pre Novice, Beginner Novice, Novice and Open) and Rally! Where: Salina Kennel Club building 540 Idlewilde PL, Salina, KS 67401 When: Sat, July 12, 2014 Building opens at 7:00 a.m. Crating inside in A/C. Must stack crates. Judging starts at 8:00 a.m. We will be running one ring for conformation, obedience and rally. Entries are limited to 30 Conformation, 30 Obedience and 30 Rally entries. Concession stand will be available. Lunch break is at the judges discretion. Professional Handlers may only exhibit dogs they own/co-own. Dog must be registered with AKC to compete at this match, eligible registrations are: AKC registration number AKC litter number PAL/ILP number AKC Canine Partners listing number Foreign registration number and country of registration for an unregistered imported dog Identification number issued by AKC Pre-Entry - $10 per entry. Must be received by Monday, July 7, 2014. Day of Match entries will be accepted if there is room available at $12 per entry. Ten Breeds That Will Help You Stay Fit American Staffordshire Terrier: Courageous and strong, the Am Staff's athletic build and intelligence make him ideally suited to many dog sports such as obedience, agility, tracking and conformation. Border Collie: The high-drive Border Collie would help keep any owner fit. Brittany: This strong, quick and agile dog can hunt all day in the field. Belgian Malinois: The Belgian Malinois is an alert, high-energy breed and is used regularly as a police and military working dog. Dalmatian: The Dalmatian has a working heritage as a coach dog, where it ran alongside horse-drawn carriages for miles. Doberman Pinscher: The Doberman is a muscular dog that possesses endurance and speed. German Shorthair Pointer: The German Shorthaired Pointer is a friendly, smart, eager to please dog that historically was used to hunt all day in the field. Greyhound: The Greyhound is the fastest breed of dog and was originally bred to use its vision and speed to chase after deer, stag, fox and hare in its native England. Redbone Coonhound: The Redbone was bred to hunt and swim over varied terrain while still maintaining its speed and agility. Vizsla: The Vizsla thrives as part of an active family that provides daily exercise. Tom s pick: Berger Picard Will keep on going, when you ve run out of steam!
Page 5 of 6 NEWS FOR THE DOG FANCIER TRAVEL TIPS: TAKE A ROAD TRIP WITH YOUR DOG Most of us travel with our dogs regularly, but here are some reminders from AKC. According to the AAA/Kurgo Pet Passenger Safety Study, nearly 56% of Americans transport their dog in their car at least once a month. Getting out with your pet is a great opportunity to be active and have fun but it's important to plan, be prepared, and take precautions. Whether it s just driving down to the dog park, heading out to the beach on a hot day, or taking a long overdue trip to Grandma s house, follow these tips to make sure both of you get there safe and sound. Safety tips are provided by Kurgo, the leading manufacturer of pet travel safety products, including dog seatbelts and harnesses. With more than 10 years of experience developing innovative products, Kurgo s mission is to help owners and their pets get out to safely enjoy the world together. Stay Hydrated: One of the most important items to always carry with you when you travel with your dog is a water bottle. Dehydration should be a very real concern, especially considering how quickly it can occur in both humans and their pets when they travel. Play it safe and pack more than you think you'll need. Bring ID (and a Leash): Hundreds of pets are lost or injured each year when they dart out of cars uncontrolled. Collars and leashes are essential for any responsible pet owner, but don t forget about ID tags on collars and a microchip to make sure your dog can always be easily identified and your home address can be located. Remember that when in a strange and busy environment, pets can be easily frightened and run off into traffic or to places that are difficult to find. Keep All Arms, Legs, Paws, and Heads Inside the Vehicle at All Times: If you wouldn t let your child hang out of the window of a moving vehicle, then the same rule should apply to your pets. Even though dogs like it, it simply isn t worth the risk of your pet possibly being clipped by a passing vehicle, having debris kicked up into his eyes, or exposing his lungs to exhaust pollution. By keeping your windows up, you also prevent any opportunity for your pet to hop out the window when the car is stopped. The Front Seats Should Be a Human-Only Zone: Nearly 30% of drivers admit to being distracted by their dog while driving (AAA/Kurgo Study). This can lead to accidents and injuries to you, your pet, and other drivers. Pets should never under any circumstances be allowed in the front seat with you. Also, you should be as distraction free as possible when driving because of the immense responsibility that comes with operating a motor vehicle. This means no playing with animals, fiddling with cell phones, doing makeup, eating, or messing with the radio. Don t Forget to Buckle Up! There are plenty of ways to keep your pet safely buckled up in the backseat. The most common example is using a crate, which should always be secured to car s seatbelt system. However, if your pet requires more freedom, a specially designed harness for the car can be combined with a dog seatbelt to allow your pooch enough lead to sit, lie down, and still be protected in the event of a crash. Lastly, a harness that ties into a zipline that travels the length of the backseat will allow him to walk back and forth. Never Leave Your Dog Alone: It should go without saying that a dog should never be left unattended in a car, regardless of the weather or the amount of time you re gone. The most obvious danger is heat, especially when considering that on an 85 degree day, car temperatures can reach up to 120 degrees within 10 minutes with the windows open. However, pets left alone can also attract pet thieves. Our suggestion is to prevent these from ever occurring by simply bringing your pet along with you, wherever you go.
Wichita Kennel Club Officers and Board Tom Chase, President Kim Jenning, Vice President Bev Benjes, Treasurer Monica Monroe, Recording Secretary Mike Williams, Corres. Secretary Treva Faires, AKC Delegate Good for Your Dog Good for Your Breed. The benefits of feeding Purina brand dog foods go beyond great food and nutrition. Now, by simply clipping the weight circles on Purina bags you can support the valuable programs and research projects of the AKC Canine Health Foundation and the annual Art Show at the Dog Show. You can participate in this valuable program by collecting weight circles and sending them to: Wichita Kennel Club 3448 North Emporia Wichita, KS 67219 Your weight circles will support the AKC Canine Health Foundation and the Art Show at the Dog Show. That means funding for the health of Dogs and supporting the Sunflower Cluster's project, the annual Art Show at the Dog Show. Deborah Bartlett Pat Deshler Joann Fletcher Patricia Holmes Diane Kilts We re on the Web! See us at: www.wichitakennelclub.com Leanne Chase, Editor 12626 SW 160 th St. Rose Hill, KS 67133