Obedience Club of Daytona, Inc. Volume 31 / Issue 10 www.ocodb.org October 2013 MEETING LOCATION: Daytona Beach Country Club Restaurant 600 Wilder Blvd. Daytona Beach, Fl. 7:00pm General Meeting with Members & Guests President: Chris Franczek 386-677-8619 franczek@earthlink.net Vice Pres.: Janet Narushka Secretary: Kathy Nicastro Treasurer: Hoke Johnson Board of Directors: Ray Stites Joe White Janet Berry OBEDIENCE: 672-8410 Janet N. 761-1095 Joan C. 677-4528 Renee J. AGILITY: Janet Berry 386-527-5255 jdaussie@bellsouth.net Applications can be found on our web site www.ocodb.org President s Message NEXT MEETING 7:00 PM, Monday, October 14, 2013 General Club Business What a busy month September was. Our DOCOF teams did well and we thank them all for the extra effort they expended to make our club proud. Be sure to ask them about their experience and how you can start training now to be a part of the team for next year. Classes have started again in the parking lot. Many thanks to all who volunteer to help out. And that includes everyone - not just instructors and assistants. We couldn't do it without those who take registration, hold dogs, set up rings, etc. Our mission is to promote more responsible dog ownership and I know our students really appreciate your caring attitude toward them. Our Matt Twitty seminar will be over by the time you read this, but stay tuned for more seminars in the future. Our building events committee is looking at presentations by some of our own members as well as other fun things for us. Our Thanksgiving weekend Fun Day is cancelled for this year - everyone will be at the agility trial. If you think you might be interested in agility - check out Anna's new Shenanigan's agility class starting in October. Linda Campagna will be leading the way for our participation in the area's Christmas parades this year. Be thinking about decorating your dog in a way the dog is comfortable for the hike. Our annual meeting will be held in the same place as last year in December. Joan Costello will be taking reservations. Be sure to get your titles in for the awards presentations, more details on page 9. Disclaimer: the views and opinions expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the Obedience Club of Daytona, Inc. or the editors. Chris Franczek
Page 2 October 2013 New Members Deanna Niblett & Gerardo Citro Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Marvel & George Jenkins Papillon, Maltese, Cocker Spaniel Tami Lewis Labrador Retriever Lisa Liquori Border Collie I would like to thank everyone for all you did to make it possible for us to have two successful DOCOF Teams. Although our scores were not quite as good as last year, both teams had very respectable scores. Out of 33 teams, Team 1 came in 16th and Team 2 came in 22nd. This was the first year we have had two teams and we should all feel very proud of how we did. I want to thank all who competed for working so hard practicing every week. I also want to thank Brandy for her wonderful help instructing and Ralph, Maria and Joyce for helping with the runthrus each week. Thanks also to Joan for doing the DOCOF paper work and for taking the DOCOF pictures. We could not have had two teams without our set-up people, tear down people and the stewards who represented our club. So thanks so much to Joe and Sherri White, Helen Iermiero, and Betsy Stange for stewarding and to Bob Justison and Linda Campagna for their help with tear down. Thanks again to all of you. I am very proud of our two teams. Ray Stites To Our DOCOF Teams Team Captain Quick Notes The Board: appointed the following committees: Quorum: Hoke Johnson, Janet Narushka, Janet Berry Nominating: Joan Costello, Anna Johnson, Claire Israelson Alternates: Carol Clifton, Sharon Vescovi Standing Rules: Renee Johnson, Sherri White, Joan Costello Clancy Johnson has made the reservation for our Christmas & Awards Banquet at the Daytona Beach Kennel Club on December 9, 2013. Fun Day at Silver Sands Bridle Club has been canceled this year due to an agility trial being held on that same weekend. The Board approved for DOCOF to hold a Seminar at our Indoor Training Center, we will charge $100.00 to cover the electric. Many Thanks for all the cards and well wishes on my surgery. All went well, just need time to heal. Joan Costello
Page 3 October 2013 Therapy Dog Visits Ormond-Holly Hill Area First Tuesday: each month: 10:30 Riviera Second Tuesday: Claire Bridge 10:00 MILITARY WAR DOGS ALWAYS NEED OUR HELP Contact: Ralph Orlando 386-788-4268 rorlando2@cfl.rr.com Third Tuesday: Grand Villa 10:30 First Thursday: DB Health and Rehab 10:00 Third Thursday: Hampton 10:00 Last Thursday: DB Health Care 10:00 Note: I will e-mail any places if we get more. Renee Port Orange-Daytona Area First Monday of every month at 10:00 Port Orange Nursing & Rehab Center Second Monday 10:30 Emeritus on Dunlawton Third Monday 10:00 Carlton Shores On Nova Rd. Fourth Monday 10:30 Emeritus on Dunlawton Every other Tuesday 1:30 pm Halifax Hospital rear entrance, Halifax needs current parasite test and rabies shot records. CLUB MEMBER DINNER When: Saturday, October 26th Time: 6:00 Sharp! Where: Blackwater Inn Rt. 40 in Astor, on left across the bridge. Call Nancy Sutton for reservations or cancellations nancy_sutton@ymail.com or 386-843-1403 Join other Club members and their guests. OCOD's Testers for Therapy Dogs Inc. If you are interested in joining the group please contact them. Ralph 386-788-4268 rorlando2@cfl.rr.com Janet Berry 386-527-5255 jdaussie@bellsouth.net Linda Eastlake 386-761-1355 ceastlake@bellsouth.net RAW FOOD DIET If you are interested in trying raw food with your dog but you need convenience, call Pat and ask about the pouch with individual 2 ounce pieces. For more information call Pat Mozden 788-3800 or patmozden@cfl.rr.com
Page 4 October 2013 Nominating Committee : Nominating Committee: Joan Costello Anna Johnson Claire Israelson Alternates: Carol Clifton & Sharon Vescovi Fall Agility Class Schedule Janet Berry is accepting agility applications for the October classes" If you are a returning student, please be sure to mark the level you will be in. Please mail application as soon as possible to: Janet Berry 2158 Poinsettia Dr. Port Orange, Fl. 32128 Silver Sands Fun Day has been cancelled this year due to an agility trial the same weekend. Week 1 Wednesday, October 16 Week 2 Wednesday, October 23 Week 3 Wednesday, October 30 Week 4 Wednesday, November 6 Week 5 Wednesday, November 13 Week 6 Wednesday, November 20 Week 7 Wednesday, November 27 Week 8 Wednesday, December 4 Wishing a Speedy recovery for Sharon Vescovi s Jet Please Help the Humane Societies 1. Halifax Humane Society 386-274-4703 2. Southeast Volusia Humane Society 386-428-9860 3. Flagler County Humane Society 386-445-1814 he had to have emergency surgery.
Page 5 October 2013 Helen Carter and Savannas Whole Lotta Magic "Potter" earned a leg in Rally Advanced on 7-20-13. Potter earned a leg in Wildcard Open with a 2nd Place Win on 7-20-13. Potter earned a leg in Rally Advanced on 7-21-13 the OCOD Trials. Frieda Steinjann and Pepper Tree Angel In Disguise Calvin earned a Master Agility Excellent (MX) Title at the Alaska Malamute Club of America Agility Trial in Syracuse on 9-2-13. Don t forget to send your Titles to Renee Johnson for the Christmas & Awards Banquet! Details on page 9. Thoughts & Prayers for long time club member Lorna Waldron, she is in Hospice of Port Orange. 2013 Responsible Dog Owner Day a Success Again. Once again, OCOD had a successful and funfilled RDOD celebration at the Volusia Mall on Saturday, September 7th. The public part of the day began at 11 AM with a demonstration of agility tasks and the ring was busy with demonstrations until 4 PM. Throughout the day, Mall shoppers were treated to dogs engaged in all types of activities including basic and advanced obedience, assistance dogs, CGC, therapy dogs, reading dogs (ok, the dogs don't actually read), dancing dogs and well everything DOG!! In addition, several dog shelter/rescue groups and other dog related organizations were represented. This day is truly a group effort involving a large number of members as we start the day with moving equipment and ring set up, arrange for activities all day long, and finally break down and moving equipment back to the storage facility. If you haven't seen the photos, please take a look at our website and see the great things we did. Thank you to the Volusia Mall who welcomed us again to use their beautiful facility. On behalf of myself and my event co chair, Debbie Canevaro, thank you to everyone who participated this year and help to keep OCOD on the map as one of the premier dog training groups in Central Florida. Pat Mozden
Page 6 October 2013 Class Schedule for November 5, 2013 (You must Pre-Register for Class) If you have questions or would like to assist a class Please call Ralph Orlando our Training Director 386-788-4268 rorlando2@cfl.rr.com Parking Lot Classes Collars:?? 7:00 PM Puppy:? Assistants: Claire Israelson?? Basic: Pat Mozden Assistants:?? Basic:? Assistants:?? Intermediate: Joan Costello Assistants:?? Advanced Dance Class starts Thursday, October 31st at the Indoor Facility. Advanced Dance: 8:00 PM Linda Stites Assistant: Linda Campagna As you can see, we really need your help! Please Help! More INDOOR Class information on page 8. Club Shirts & Jackets Please contact: Carol Clifton 386-677-2659 cclifton11@cfl.rr.com Please pay with a Check! NO NO NO CANDY FOR DOGS! Please be sure not to let the dogs or any of your animals eat the candy, especially chocolate. Chocolate contains ingredients that can kill him or her! Candy is for children and for adults. Be selfish and keep it for yourself! Deadline for next issue October 24th Editor: Joan Costello C/O OCOD P.O. Box 290822 Port Orange, Fl. 32129 386-761-1095 jcostello37@cfl.rr.com
Page 7 October 2012 Obedience Club of Daytona Beach General Meeting Minutes September 9, 2013 Meeting was called to order at 7:34pm by Chris Franczek Wins and brags were announced. Ray Stites gave a report of the DOCOF trial. Secretary Report: 4 new member applications were received. They are: Deanna Niblett and Gerardo Citra, Tami Lewis, George and Marvel Jenkins and Lisa Liguori. All were present and welcomed into the club. The minutes from the last meeting were published in the newsletter. Treasurer's Report: Income: $3634.12 Expenses: $4358.96 Total: $-724.84 Hoke Johnson reported we are about $800 ahead for the new training facility so far. Report of the President: The Board received a request from Joyce Swegle for DOCOF to have a seminar at our training facility to raise money for a hospitality area at the AKC Event in Orlando in December. The Board accepted this request and will charge $100 for electric for the use of our building. A Nominating Committee was appointed by the Board to come up with a slate of officers for the upcoming year. Committee includes: Joan Costello, Anna Johnson and Claire Israelson. Alternates are: Sharon Vescovi and Carole Clifton Entry fees for next year's Obedience Trial will be $27 for the first entry and $15 for the second entry of the same dog Movie night. The membership was asked if anyone would be interested in a movie night once a month and charge $1 or $2 to show training videos. BOWWOWFLIX has a membership of $11.95 per month and has training videos to rent. There was some interest. Annual Awards Banquet/Christmas Party. Clancy Johnson will chair this. It will be held the 2nd Monday in December The formation of a sunshine committee was discussed at the Board meeting. The Board decided against it at this time. Information will be published in the newsletter. A Standing Rules committee will be formed with the following people: Renee Johnson, Joan Costello and Sherri White. The standing rules will be reviewed and recommendations brought back to the Board. Chris Franczek talked about the club being able to conduct business with the amount of people who attend the monthly meetings. A committee was formed of Hoke Johnson, Janet Berry and Janet Narushka to look into this and the possibility of having active and associate memberships. There was discussion about the different types of memberships and also if we would rather change the number required for a quorum which would enable us to conduct business with less people present. The committee will look into this and give recommendations at the next meeting. Concern was brought up about club members all wearing different club shirts at events and classes. Chris Franczek will review this with the Board next month. An audit committee will be discussed at the next meeting. Report of Committees: Public Outreach. Pat Mozden reported Responsible Dog Owners day at the mall was a success. She thanked everyone for their participation. There are 2 other events coming up. The last Saturday in September SEVHS will have an event in front of Sam's. Also, there is an event on October 5. She will send out emails about these. Fun Day. Joan Costello announced Fun Day will conflict with an agility trial scheduled the same weekend which is the weekend after Thanksgiving. She suggested possibly canceling it or rescheduling it. By a show of hands the majority of people would like to cancel Fun Day this year. Training. Ralph Orlando asked for assistants for the puppy class in the parking lot. He also announced he has a sign up sheet for the next set of classes in the parking lot. Fund Raising. Ralph Orlando talked about the money he has been raising for the tracking test with Tee shirt sales and 50/50 drawings. He suggested we roll over any unused money for the next test. The new agility tee shirt design was passed around for suggestions. Building Maintenance. Anna Johnson thanked all who came out to clean the mats and the facility. She would like to do it again before the Matt Twitty seminar at the end of the month.
Page 8 October 2012 Building Events. Janet Berry stated there are still a few working spots available for utility and audit spots open for both novice and utility at the Matt Twitty seminar scheduled September 28 and 29. 50/50 drawing: Nancy Miles $8, Hope Johnson $13, and Hope Johnson $20 all donated the money back to the club Meeting adjourned at 8:30pm Respectfully Submitted Kathy Nicastro (Minutes Continued) 6:45pm OCTOBER 3rd (Thursday Night) NOVICE COMPETITION CLASS at 8th Street Training Center INSIDE CLASS! 4 weeks - Instructor Renee Johnson, Asst. Debbie Canevaro (MEMBERS S40 + class credit) $60 non member (2nd dog same handler, same week $30.) ----------------------------------------------------------- November 7th at 6:00pm to 7:30pm Joan Costello will do run-thrus $5 for everyone. This will let you practice for the ring after you take the novice class. Everyone is welcome, Novice, Open and Utility. Gives you time before your dance class at 8:pm Please check our web site www.ocodb.org for other Indoor Classes! 1. Prettiest Eye 2. Cutest Buns 3. Best Kisser 4. Cutest Mug 5. Best Trick 6. Best Dressed 7. Toilet Paper Wrap Crazy K-9 Capers!! Sponsered By Southeast Volusia Humane Society Port Orange Family Days at the Port Orange City Center SEVHS Booth Saturday, October 5, 2013 Games will start at 12PM COME JOIN THE FUN!! Prizes and lots of laughs!
Page 9 October 2013 Christmas & Awards Banquet TITLE AWARDS NOTICE This year the deadline is Nov. 15th. It s hard to believe where this year has gone, but the banquet and awards are just around the corner. December 9th ( Monday Evening) Daytona Beach Kennel Club (Dog Track) 960 S. Williamson Blvd. Socialize at 6:00PM Dinner at 7:00PM Banquet is $11.00 for members that have worked 1 event during the current year. Guests and members that have not worked will be $22.00 We will have a Chinese auction with the cost of gifts to be about $10 Bring a gift, receive a gift, usually dog related. Make check out to OCOD Please Mail by December 4th to: OCOD c/o Joan Costello 842 Bears Trail Port Orange. Fl. 32129 I have the pleasure of taking care of the awards this year. Please give the following information for your award to be handed out at the banquet on December 10th. 1. Your name 2. Your dogs AKC name 3. Your dogs call name 4. Title earned 5. Date title was earned I will also need your e-mail address or mailing address. I will send an e-mail or snail mail confirming receipt of your title information. I don t want to forget anyone, so please let me know of your wonderful titles. I will also need to know if this is the first title for your dog. Please note, In order to receive a title plaque, the title must be won while you are a member of the Club. E-Mail: johnson3506@bellsouth.net Subject: Award Phone: 386-677-4528 Address: 14 Emerald Circle Ormond Beach, Fl. 32174-4005 Thanks Renee Johnson P.S. STAR Puppy and CGC are not titling events, so no tags are awarded.
Obedience Club Of Daytona, Inc. Post Office Box 290822 Port Orange, Fl. 32129-0822 First Class Mail Dog Training Page 10, October 2013 www.ocodb.org 2013 Calendar of Events October 30 CGC Test November 6 thru December 18 Obedience Classes December 10 Christmas & Awards Banquet 2014 Calendar of Events Jan. 9 thru Feb. 18 Obedience Classes Jan. 23 Agility Trial Set-Up Jan, 24, 25, 26 Agility Trial Mar. 18 CGC Test Apr. 29 Dress Rehearsal for Dancing Dog Show Apr. 30 Dancing Dog Show May 6 thru June 17 Obedience Classes Jul. 18 Obedience Trial Set-Up Jul. 19, 20 Obedience Trial Sep. 7 DOCOF Sep. 10 thru Oct. 22 Obedience Classes Oct. 7 thru Nov. 18 Obedience Classes Nov. 29 Silver Sands Fun Day?? Dec. 8 Christmas & Awards Banquet Dec. 9 CGC Test