July 2018 Open Meeting August 8, 2018 The Barking at 7:00 p.m. Times FORT WAYNE OBEDIENCE TRAINING CLUB CLUB PHONE: 260.637.2121 www.fwotc.com President s Message & Open Meeting Hi Everyone, Welcome back and I hope everyone had a great summer break. A special welcome to the new members, thanks for joining FWOTC. If you have any questions, issues or concerns, please feel free to contact any of the board members. We are listed on the first page of the Barking Times. This year is shaping up to be a busy one for us. Last year we added a scent trial and we are endeavoring to add a second. Also UKC will be coming to Fort Wayne under the club s dba name, K9 Club of Fort Wayne. United Kennel Club is a different venue that offers many different things to do with your dog. I invite you to check them out at www.ukcdogs.com.this will offer more opportunities for us to have fun with our dogs. As of now, we are looking into doing some fun matches then moving on to trials. During this session we will be hosting a Variable Surface Tracking Test on September 30. Entry forms are available on our website. If you have any questions, please contact Marlene Hill at hmhill@msn.com. Also, September 15-16 are the dates of our agility trial at Pawsitive Partners in Indianapolis. I hope you can make it down for a bit of agility fun. If you have any questions, please contact Charles Edwards at cebossman@gmail.com. Our next Open Meeting will be August 8th at 7 pm at our training building. Those in attendance will receive 10 PAWS points. The Executive Meeting will be held on August 5th. If you have anything that you would want to be heard at the meeting you can contact me at 260-602-0955 or crazyshelties@comcast. net, or contact any board member. Lastly, the Fairgrounds is our home and we want to keep it nice, so please make sure to pick up and clean up. Thanks Steve Wheeler, President CLUB OFFICERS Club President - Steve Wheeler 260-602-0955 crazyshelties@comcast.net 1st Vice President - Sheila Dick 260-402-2265 sadick8@embarqmail.com 2nd Vice President - Kelly Urick 260-341-2817 ksurick@gmail.com Treasurer - Vanessa Scott 260-348-4150 nes_85@hotmail.com Recording Secretary - Deb Ward 260-410-4662 clumberward@juno.com Co-Corresponding Secretary - Trista Miller 260-602-7311 tristarose@rb-weddings.com Co-Corresponding Secretary - Katie Sweeney 260-750-0531 gator79@mchsi.com Co-Club Member D.O.T. - Dean Lund 260-627-1067 BenCedar@aol.com Co-Club Member D.O.T. - Julia Beerman 260-704-2424 jgb3008@gmail.com Non-Member D.O.T. - BreeAnn Beck 260-249-3524 summabreez107@gmail.com Co-Agility D.O.T. - Chuck Edwards 419-487-1949 cebossman@gmail.com Co-Agility D.O.T. - Natasha Kersjes 260-310-7010 pocadot1017@yahoo.com, Board Members: Elke Stoerger lady696419@yahoo.com Christine Mussleman gershep10@gmail.com Kelly Kohlmeyer kelkohl3@gmail.com Nancy Wright njwright731@hotmail.com Tracking Coordinator - Marlene Hill hmhill@msn.com Barking Times Editor - Cory Dold 260-609-8129 info.fwotc@gmail.com
Brags Congratulations on Your Achievements! CONGRATULATIONS to Kate Barton s Flat-Coated Retriever, London! London, Fox Creek Fireside By The Thames, CD, PCD, BN, GN, RN, SCA, SBN, SHDN, CGC London finished her Grad Novice (GN) title at the Fort Wayne trials along with leg #4, and picked up leg #5 at the Flat-Coat Nationals all under the age of 3! CONGRATULATIONS to Kate Barton s Flat-Coated Retriever, Carly! Carly won Best in Puppy Sweeps at the Flat-Coat National, defeating over 75 other puppies. She then helped her sire take 2nd place in the Stud Dog Class, and Carly also took 3rd place in regular 15-18 month conformation class. CONGRATULATIONS to Lynn Swager s, Doberman, T! T finished her CDX title on April 1st in Kalamazoo under judge Kathy Sweet. CONGRATULATIONS to Carol Sorg s Doberman, Liv! U-CH Lyndobe s Liv N Let Liv at just 15mos went Winners bitch & Best of Winners, for a 3 point major, May 26th Saturday at the Grand Rapids Kennel Club. At the Kalamazoo Cluster shows over Memorial Day weekend. CONGRATULATIONS to Carol Sorg s Doberman, Lexus! LEXUS and Carol, went to the National Obedience Championships on June 30, 2018. & July 1st, 2018. After the first day they made the top 50 dogs placing at number 37. Wining 1st place in the working group. The 2nd day they ended up 24th overall! Lexus preformed in 8 different rings with 3 excercise s in each ring, the next day it was 2 excercise s in 8 different rings. Amazing to pass everything in all 8 rings both days. CONGRATULATIONS to Nancy Wright s, Samoyed, Holly! At the Greater Toledo Obedience Club scent work trial, July 14& 15, Holly earned her scent work containers and interior titles. Not bad for an almost 12 year old dog. CONGRATULATIONS to Cindy Lee s, Bernese Mountain Dog, Presley! Presley, has received her AKC Achiever Dog certificate. In the past 6 months Presley has earned her CGC, CD, & FDC (Farm Dog Certified) titles. Cindy has also received AKC approval to be a Farm Dog Judge. AKC Farm Dog Test - Farm Dog Certification test provides for a series of exercises that represent situations a farm dog would typically encounter. The basic test requirements are designed to emphasize a dog s ability of self-control, confidence and trust necessary to succeed in any canine/human partnership. It is a Pass/Fail test comprised of 12 elements: 1. dog greets judge 2. response to passive stranger 3. jumps on hay 4. walks by farm animals 5. walk over or through unusual surfaces 6. supervised separation 7. pass through gate 8. handler feeds livestock 9. reaction to another dog 10. reaction to noise distraction 11. Dog approaches livestock 12. physical examination of dog by handler for removal of farm debris. It is required to pass 2 FDC tests under 2 different judges in order to earn an AKC FDC title.
FWOTC 2018 CALENDAR Session 4 August 8-Open Meeting August 13-15, 20-22, 27-29 September 4-5, 10-12, 17-19, 24-26 September 29-30 VST Trial October 1-3 October 10- Open Meeting Session 5 October 15-17, 22-24, 29-31 Agility Trial October 19-21 @ Plex November 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 26-28 December 3-5 December 12-Christmas Party Sunshine ROBBIE U-CDX U-R01 U-CH Springhill Brilliant Star CDX RA AX AXJ August 29, 2012 - February 14, 2018 It has been 3 months since I lost my Beloved Robbie and I am still in shock but forcing myself to write this as my heart is so heavy. The light went out of my life the day of his tragic accident. My beautiful Robbie was my first Papillon and he quickly proved how energetic, smart and athletic the breed is. He had the most beautiful face with his expressive eyes, brilliant white coat and gorgeous plumed tail. He had that send me in coach attitude and loved to train and show. He always gave 110%! He had multiple High in Trials including two back to back HITs at the Papillon National Specialty in Louisville. His last High in Trial was at the NEIKC obedience trial last fall at the trial dedicated to his Beloved Rafferty. Last summer he finished his UKC CDX with an average score of 198 and another UKC HIT. His scores had earned him an invitation to the UKC Premier All Stars competition in Open B this June. He was the UKC Premier All Stars Novice winner in 2015. He finished all of his titles with limited showing and was frequently in the placements. He was to debut in Utility in obedience this spring. He adored agility and could run and jump like a fox. I was so proud of his runs and practices in agility. His weaves were awesome and it was so hard to keep up with him! He was such a Happy Boy! He had Master legs in both Standard and JWW with very limited showing. Above all else he was my loved, treasured and devoted companion. He was patient and kind to the Yorkies and always by my side. The house and yard are so empty without him. He loved to play with his toys especially chasing and catching balls. He would do that all day if he could! He loved his little pool in the summer and would lay down in the water with a ball in his mouth. He loved to talk, especially during training when he was proud of himself! He did so many loving and delightful things that I could write pages and pages about him. He was sweet, kind and loving and he is missed so very much. I had hoped to have many years with my Beautiful Boy. I hope he is with his Beloved brother Rafferty and they are happy and playing together. I miss both of my Boys more than words can say.
BARKING TIMES SUMBISSIONS Please send BT submissions to info.fwotc@gmail.com. If you submit via a different address your article might get overlooked. Next BT deadline is Wednesday, September 19th. Thanks, Cory Dold Concerns, Issues, Problems When it comes to resolving any problem, concern or issue, it is important that the appropriate persons are notified and involved. Please use the partial list below to help you resolve any issue. If you re not sure who to contact, you may get in touch with any board member and we will do our best to refer you to the correct person. Public Night, Obedience Night, and Agility Night concerns should be brought to the attention of the appropriate D.O.T. The D.O.T. will then work with the club member(s), teachers, board members. It is important that everyone involved be aware, communicating and working for resolution. PAWS points - Steve Wheeler Barking Times - Cory Dold Dues - Steve Wheeler Agility Trial/Indy - Steve Wheeler Agility Trial/Fort Wayne - Diane Townsend Obedience Trial - Sheila Dick Agility (AM & PM) - Natasha Kersjes/Charles Edwards Tracking Coordinator - Marlene Hill? s PRACTICE AND CLUB BUILDING The building is open for obedience practice only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 am to 6 pm. You may practice at this time without contacting anyone. When you go out, please sign the book and adjust the heating/ac as needed. Please be courteous to others and use only one ring at a time. When you leave, please put away any equipment you ve used, readjust the heating/ac and turn the lights out as you leave. Tuesday night is public night but practice time may be available after 6 pm. Contact Bree Ann Beck by Friday of the previous week to arrange times at summabreez107@gmail.com. This is on a week to week basis.
CGC Info October 6, 2018 (date is subject to change) at Shoaff Park, Nancy Wright and Katie Sweeney will be testing those interested in earning the CGC Community and/or CGC Urban titles. Sign up information: Katie is open to offering a second class at 6:00pm depending on interest (note: on 8/15 the 6:00 class will have a schedule change-new time will be communicated prior to 8/15). If you want to sign up for this class email, call or text Katie with your name, your dog s name and which time you want (or if you are flexible, let her know you can do either time slot and she will get with you on the time based on class size). Katie s contact info is gator79@ mchsi.com or 260-750-0531. Feel free to contact her with any questions. CGC/CGCA/CGCU Tests The tentative date is going to be Oct 6 at Shoaff Park. Let s met in the parking lot starting at 9 am. Scent Work Trial The committee is busy planning the next couple of scent work trials. If you are interested in serving on the committee, please see Nancy Wright, Trial Chair. Tracking News Marlene Hill, Tracking Coordinator, has scheduled the following Tracking events for 2018. For more information on any of these events contact Marlene Hill at hmhill@msn.com September 30 2018 - VST test - Variable Surface Tracking Test. NEW MEMBERS Donna Hyser Marianne Darr-Norman John & Katy Pion Diane Vachon Joe & Tracy Elett John Tuckey Nichole Reifeis Stacy & Andrew Malloy Elizabeth Metz Tom Gotschall Leslie White Izaak & Mona Berghoff Sharon Fruig
Member Obedience Classes WEDNESDAYS! Schedule beginning August 15, 2018 running through October 3, 2018 When requesting a class, have the following information ready: Handler s full name, e-mail address & phone number Dog s name, breed, & age Method of payment 6:00-7:00 BEGINNER NOVICE Instructor: Sandy Straws Assistant: Mendy Miller Heel on leash using rally signs--figure 8--Sit for exam--sit/stay (walk around ring)--recall. This class follows Sub-novice 6:00-7:00: FUN-dations (or Foundations Class) Instructor: Cindy Lee Assistant: Julia Beerman This class is geared for dogs not likely to compete, but owners looking for skills to promote a well manored family pet. Class will work with attention games/skills, socialization and basic health care. NO AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR ISSUES. 7:00-8:00 AKC URBAN CGC followed by AKC COMMUNITY CANINE --- CGC Instructor: Katie Sweeney Assistant: Erika Stoneburner All club members are welcome to take this class, even if you are not planning on testing. This class will be structured to have fun with our dogs, while preparing to pass the Community and Urban test. A few of the many items we will cover will include, walking through crowds, leaving food on the sidewalk, down stay while owner eats a snack, reactions to distractions, etc. There may be one or two classes that will be held at a different location than the fairgrounds. (see pg 7 for more information) 7:00-8:00 NOVICE/OPEN Instructor: Nancy Wright Novice/Open Class. This class will help get teams ready to show in the Novice class, all novice exercises will be covered. This class will also introduce some of the open exercises that dogs can start learning. 8:00-9:15 BEGINNER SCENT Instructor: BreeAnn Beck All dogs use their noses naturally, and K-9 Nosework or Scent Work is a fun and fast-growing sport for ANY and ALL dogs. Dogs are trained to search for specific odor or odors, and the training methods are based on real-life scent detection training. You will not only build a stronger bond between you and your dog, but you will also see your dog s independence, confidence, and enthusiasm grow! This class will be an introduction to the exciting sport of nosework. 8:00-9:15 SUB-NOVICE Instructor: Patrice Reider Assistant: Jenny Gunter This class will teach that stay means STAY! Basic SIT, STAY, COME & HEEL exercises will be covered each week. LAUGHTER IS GOOD HERE! Please bring lots of soft treats, a very hungry dog, patience AND a great sense of humor! FREE TO NEW MEMBERS! PLEASE NOTE the 8pm CLASS WILL GO TO 9:15 WITH THE LAST 15 MIN. TO CLEAN. THIS IS PART OF THE CLASS E-MAIL DEAN: BenCedar@aol.com / 260-627-1067 FOR ALL WEDNESDAY OBEDIENCE CLASSES ALL CLASSES REQUIRE A $20 Fee AND $20 OR 20 Paw Points (Except New Students) PHONE CALLS ARE FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT HAVE AN E-MAIL ADDRESS. Just leave class request, your name, dog s name & breed please. CLASS SIGN-UP: SUNDAY, AUG 5TH, AFTER 7:00 PM NOTE: OPEN MEETING AUG 8th, WEDNESDAY at 7:00 PM-------BE THERE!!!!
Member Agility Classes MONDAYS! Schedule beginning August 13, 2018 running through October 1, 2018 When requesting a class, have the following information ready: Handler s full name, e-mail address & phone number Dog s name, breed, & age Method of payment 8:15-9:15 FUNDAMENTALS (TUESDAYS) This class will be held on Tuesday night if a ring is available. This is an induction to agility, and you will have a chance to familiarize yourself will all the agility equipment in this class. 5:30-6:30 - AFTER FUNDAMENTALS This class is for any one coming out of fundamental and any dog that needs that extra help on one or another aspects of agility. If your dog needs any special help this is the class for you 6:30-7:30 - NOVICE & INTERMEDIATE This class is for all dogs that are competing in agility. Your dog must be comfortable on all the equipment. This class is to help you and your dog to work as a team. We will help you to develop a better working relationship with your dog. We will have a different course each week to fit your level and skill. 7:30-8:30 - EXCELLENT & MASTER This class we will help you to develop more of the skills need to continue getting better at agility. Teamwork is most important in agility. We will work on the distance aspect of agility. If you have good distance you don t have to run a much. 8:30 to 9:30 - PREMIER If you are interested in the premier this is the class for you. The premier class is very challenging but is a lot of fun. It teaches you great handling skills. You will use these handling skill in all your events. It is worth the time to take this class Please bling a crate you will need to walk the course before hand BE READY TO RUN WHEN IT IS YOUR TURN THIS WILL KEEP THINGS MOVING AND MAXIMIZE TIME For sign up, please contact Chuck at cebossman@gmail.com or 419-487-1949 FOR ALL AGILITY CLASSES ALL CLASSES REQUIRE A $20 Fee AND $20 OR 20 Paw Points PHONE CALLS ARE FOR THOSE WHO DO NOT HAVE AN E-MAIL ADDRESS. Just leave class request, your name, dog s name & breed please. CLASS SIGN-UP: SUNDAY, AUGUST 5TH, AFTER 7:00 PM
In This Issue Page 1 - President s Message Page 4 - Brags Page 5 - Sunshine Page 7 - CGC Tests Page 8 - Obedience Classes Page 9 - Agility Classes Important Dates: Aug 4 Club Picnic, Kreager Park Aug 5 Class sign up Aug 5 Executive Board Meeting Aug 8 Open Meeting Aug 13 Agility Classes Begin Aug 15 Obedience Classes Begin Sept 15-16 Agility Trial-Indianapolis Sept 30 VST Test. Oct 19-21 Agility Trial-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne Obedience Training Club P.O. BOX 15744 Fort Wayne, IN 46885-5744