Editor: Detta Andreana 1st Quarter 2012 Associate Editor: Sandy Clark The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Inc.-www.sleepyhollowgspclub.com ABOUT OUR CLUB SYNOPSIS ON PURPOSE AND GOALS The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club is a not for profit Breed Specific Dog Club. We were founded in the early 1990 s by a small unit of very dedicated GSP people. Throughout the years, we have grown to expand our horizons as we continue to promote the health and welfare of the Versatile GSP. The Sleepy Hollow GSPC, is an American Kennel Club Sanctioned Specialty Breed Club. SHGSPC is also a member club of the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America. We promote the responsible breeding of the purebred GSP. We urge members and breeders to accept the standard of the breed approved by the American Kennel Club, as the only standard of excellence. The SHGSP Club conducts Sanctioned Specialty Breed Shows, Obedience Trials, and Field Events held under the Rules and Regulations of the American Kennel Club. Our Club is about Good Sportsmanship - Our members, their enjoyment of the sport and willingness of their dogs. Education - Learning through the exchange of knowledge within the membership. In This Issue Club News: President s Message...2 Upcoming Events...2 Treasurer s Note...2 Sunshine...4 Services...6 Features: Annual Holiday Dinner...3 New Hunt Test Titles...5 Attachments: February Meeting Notice Directions to Gander Mountain Meeting location, in Middletown NY, 10940: From the East Take Rt. 17 West to exit 120. Make a right at light onto Rt. 211 East. Go to light and make a right onto N.Galleria Dr. Make a right into parking lot. From the West Take Rt. 17 East to Exit 120, East (towards Montgomery) merge onto Rt. 211 East, continue as above. From Newburgh and CT Take I-84 West (toward Middletown) to Rt. 17 West then follow as above directions. From PA and Northern NJ Take I-84 East to NY Exit 4-West. Onto Rt.17 West then follow as above directions. The meeting room is located to the rear of the store in the Lodge. Once in the store proceed to the rear left of the building. Gander Mountain phone: 845-692-5600 It s Show Time! SHGSPC Specialty MSA February 12 th MEETINGS 2012 Due to Gander MT. hosting special hunting classes on some of our regular meeting nights in 2012, meetings will be held on the 4 th Wednesday of the month. Please make note of the dates below. Feb 15 - Nominating Committee Formed Apr 25 - Regular Meeting Gander 4 th Wednesday May 16 - New Slate Presented by Nominating Com. Jun 20 New Slate Takes Office Aug (TDB) - Annual Pot Luck Dinner/Meeting & Match Show Oct 17 - Regular Meeting Gander Dec (TDB) - Holiday Dinner/Meeting SHGSP Club Specialty Show @ MSA on Sunday Feb 12, 2012 Premium available at http://www.raudogshows.com/pdfs/upcoming-shows/msagsppl2012.pdf Closing date January 25, 2012 The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Inc. 1 st Quarter 2012 Page 1
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT- JOHN RATCLIFF Well, so far, so good. With the exception of an unexpected snow and ice storm in late October, we have been able to dodge the snow bullet thus far with unprecedented warm weather. Keep your fingers crossed that Mother Nature will yield to her better senses and bless us with continued mild weather for the rest of the winter. Of course, my eternal optimism is showing! Our annual club Christmas Party, which was organized by Charles Mallory, was a great success. Held December 3 rd once again at Schlesinger s Steak House in New Windsor, more than twenty members attended. Everyone was in a festive spirit, which made the evening very enjoyable. As though one Christmas party weren t enough, club members John and Ann Marie Tierney, seeking to keep the Christmas spirit alive, hosted an appetizer and desert-laden festive Christmas party for club members, at their home in Fishkill. A good time was had by all. The club s next big event will be the annual Winter Specialty Show, which is currently in the final planning stages. The show will be held at the Meadowlands Arena, Secaucus, NJ on February 12. Judges for the show include Lawrence Stanbridge for Sweepstakes and Veterans Sweepstakes and Frank DePaulo for the specialty show judging. As always, we encourage your involvement in club activities and look forward to seeing you at upcoming monthly meetings and club events. Here s wishing all club members a healthy and happy New Year. UPCOMING EVENTS 2011 MSA SPECIALTY Meadowlands Specialty Association Secaucus, NJ (2/10/12-2/12/12) - Closing Date for All Shows January 25, 2012 Friday, February 10, 2012 Long Island German Shorthaired Pointer Club Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes - Sweeps Judge: Ms. Jane C. Rae Regular & Non Regular Classes - Judge: Dr. Gererd C. Penta Saturday, February 11, 2012 Schuylkill Valley German Shorthaired Pointer Club Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes - Sweeps Judge: Mrs. Janet McMillan-Zwirko Regular & Non Regular Classes - Judge: Mrs. Ruth Ann Freer-Godfrey Junior Showmanship Classes Mr. John Marinos Sunday, February 12, 2012 The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club Puppy & Veterans Sweepstakes - Sweeps Judge: Mr. Frank DePaulo Regular & Non Regular Classes - Judge: Mr. Lawrence Stanbridge Directions to the show are as follows: MEADOWLANDS EXPOSITION CENTER at HARMON MEADOW - 355 Plaza Dr, Secaucus NJ, 07094-210-223-1000 From North (RTS 80 & 95 George Washington Bridge): Take NJ Turnpike South. BEFORE REACHING THE TOLLS, follow signs for "Exit 17/Lincoln Tunnel" and Route 3 East (this puts you on the Eastern Spur of the Turnpike). Take Exit 17 and stay right towards Secaucus immediately after paying the toll. Go straight through traffic light and over bridge. You are now on Harmon Meadow Blvd. Go to first light and turn right onto Plaza Drive. Exposition Center is on your left. Wednesday, March 21, 2012 AKC Bone Structure Standard for the German Shorthaired Pointer Education Program Presented by Jane Rae TREASURER S NOTE CHARLES MALLORY REMINDER: If you have not already paid your dues for this year and would like to continue to be a member, please contact Charles Mallory @ (845) 783-2058 or chasm39@optonline.net. Checks should be make payable to SHGSP Club, Family $25, Single $20. Mail to Charles Mallory, 19 Strawberry Lane, Monroe, NY 10950. Updated membership list will be sent upon completion of dues collection. The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Inc. 1 st Quarter 2012 Page 2
ANNUAL HOLIDAY DINNER / MEETING CHARLES MALLORY The Annual Club Holiday Dinner, 2011, was held for the 2nd year at Schlessinger's on Saturday, December 4th, 2011. The restaurant was kind to offer a private setting cocktail hour at the 2nd bar where all enjoyed multiple platters of Hors D oeuvres and a chance to mingle with many old friends and perhaps some new members as well. A live band and dancing was available after dinner and several members took to the dance floor to strut their stuff. The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Inc. 1 st Quarter 2012 Page 3
EAST MOUNTAIN GUN DOG TRAINING MICHAEL HOLOMAKOFF SUNSHINE East Mountain Gun Dog Training Training Year Round - Individual Classes By The Hour - Group Classes 2 Day "Weekend" Seminars "Dates To Be Announced" - Foundation - Advanced - Trained Retrieve - Proper Use Of Electric Collars Private Seminars For Individuals Or Clubs All Training By Appointment Only Call Michael @ 203-831-9698 Or Email @ Emtgdog@Optonline.Net It was with great sadness that we heard of the passing of two wonderful dogs who shared their lives with Sandy and Bob Clark. They were known and loved by many and will be sorely missed. These dogs were a testament to good breeding, training and were true ambassadors of the breed. May their spirits soar. Ch. Panamint s Stylebrite Charm, JH, CGC, TD Jayar Ch Panamint s Stylebrite Image, CGC, JH, RE, UD, VC Maggie 12/13/1997 ~ 8/12/2011 12/29/1996 ~ 12/6/2011 SHGSP CLUB AWARD CERTIFICATES RE: UPCOMING AKC TITLES Club Members that have attained the following AKC Titles during 2012: Breed/Show, Field, Hunt Tests, Obedience, Rally, Tracking or Agility Titles. Those members are eligible for Title Award Certificates in these areas of achievement. Deadline: June 30, 2012 Send your information with details to: Sue Prohaska, 840 Mill Road, Napanoch NY 12458 (845) 647-4886 hdwyacre@aol.com The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Inc. 1 st Quarter 2012 Page 4
AKC - NEW POINTING BREED HUNT TEST ADVANCED TITLES The Performance Events Department has received inquiries from many owners requesting additional hunt test activities in which they can participate with their dogs. In addition, clubs have consistently expressed concerns about losing participants after they earn their initial titles because many owners lack the time or resources to train for higher level tests. These owners still enjoy getting out in the field and remaining active to the extent that they can. This past summer all licensed clubs were surveyed regarding the idea of a numeric title. (Pass the Junior Hunter test five more times and earn a JH2.) While the majority was in favor, 40% thought what s the point? This reaction is to be expected since the traditional thought regarding the purpose of field events has been to improve the dog and the breed. In the process, the sport provides an enjoyable activity for owners and their dogs. For many hunt test participants the enjoyment of spending time in the field with their dog and other owners is more important than identifying future breeding stock. The Purpose of the Advanced Hunt Test Title The creation of the Advanced titles is meant to encourage owners to improve upon the skills of their dog in the field by providing a slightly more difficult test that is not out of reach for the majority of owners thus providing them an incentive to remain active within their club and sport. The Criteria Advanced titles may be earned in all three testing levels. After a dog has earned its initial title in a given testing level, it may continue to enter the same test. To receive a qualifying leg toward the Advanced title, the dog must achieve an average score of 8.0 or higher. (Note: The average qualifying score for the initial title is 7.0.) The categories scored at each testing level remain the same. There should be no change in how dogs are scored. Five Advanced qualifying legs are required to earn the Advanced title. The Process From a club s point of view, there is no difference in how an event is conducted. Dogs working toward Advanced titles run in the same classes as those working toward their initial titles. It is not necessary that the Judges know which title a dog is working toward. Event secretaries do not need to do anything different. If a dog receives an average score of 7.0 or greater, it should be submitted on the AKC results form as a passing dog. The dog will be recorded in AKC records as having achieved a qualifying performance. While the system will accept many passing performances, no title beyond the initial one will be awarded. The tracking of a dog s Advanced title qualifying legs must be done on an AKC form entitled Pointing Breed Hunting Test Advanced Title Application Form. The form is attached to this e-mail and may be downloaded from the AKC Pointing Breed Hunt Test website at:www.akc.org/pdfs/events/hunting_tests/pointing_breeds/pbht_advanced_title_application.pdf. It is the owner s responsibility to obtain the information required to complete the form. Note that the event secretary must sign the form verifying that the dog received an average score of 8.0 or higher. Upon achieving five Advanced qualifying legs, the form is submitted to the Performance Events Department. The Title Upon verification the title is placed on the dog s record and will appear on a dog s pedigree. The Advanced title is designated by the addition of the letter A at the end of existing titles. (Junior Hunter Advanced [JHA], Senior Hunter Advanced [SHA] and Master Hunter Advanced [MHA]). No title certificate will be issued unless ordered through the use of the application form for a fee of $20. Ordering a title certificate is at the discretion of the owner. The Advanced title will supersede the initial title earned in the test level. For example, JHA will supersede JH on a dog s pedigree. A title earned in a more advanced level will supersede the Advanced title in a lower level. For example, SH will supersede JHA. The Advanced title program becomes effective February 1, 2012. Any Advanced title qualifying performance after that date achieved by a dog that has already earned the initial title in a given testing level can be counted toward an Advanced title. Additional Hunt Tests There are some areas where Pointing Breed Hunting Tests are routinely full. In response to this and the possibility that the Advanced title program will create additional demand, clubs will be allowed to hold up to six hunting tests per calendar year at their option. Feedback The approach to the Advanced titling program is unique in a number of ways. Comments or suggestions should be e-mailed to the Performance Events Department at huntingtest@akc.org. 2012 American Kennel Club The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Inc. 1 st Quarter 2012 Page 5
SERVICES Agility Rally Obedience Obedience Rally-O Agility Breed Handling Private lessons available for some classes. Sporting Clays Field Hunts Pheasants Chukars Quail Tower Shoots 5 Stand Dog Kennel Boarding Year Round Hunting Dogs Trained Show Handling Agility Rally Obedience Day Care Grooming All Breed Dog Grooming Natural Products Shed Reduction Treatments Carding Full-service veterinary hospital offering Radiology Surgery Dentistry PennHP Members: American Animal Hospital Assoc & Synbiotics Please contact Detta Andreana if you would like to place an ad in the newsletter. Your ad will also appear on the club s web site. This service is free to club members. The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Inc. 1 st Quarter 2012 Page 6