4t IfvAft wJ,SSi x 1 1 ''51- firfot '7L ' SJ3smm V'J\GROUP FIRSTST. JOSEPH KENNEL CLUB 1998PHOTO Br PETRULIS01 Made with your small breed dog in mind.aO'MLCMWWamr3,IFor the first time, a dog food manufacturer has introduced a complete line of ultra-premium dog foods formulated to address the unique nutritional needs of small breed dogs during each lifestage.Royal Canin Cynotechnique International RCCI SIZE Small Breed Puppy, Adult 1 and Adult 2 Dog Foods are designed for a small breed dog's size, age, body structure, growing patterns and energy requirements. We've tailored both the ingredients and the kibble size to each specific lifestage. And, RCCI SIZE is one of the most palatable and digestible dog foods on the market.So for your small breed dog, choose RCCI SIZE Small Breed Dog Food. It's just the right SIZE for the size of your dog.For more information on RCCI SIZE products, call 1-800-592-6687 or visit us on the World Wide Web at httpwww.rcci-size.com.ROMLCkNINSIZEh 4.JSir1U1997 Pet Products Plus, Inc. RCCI SIZE " is a trademark of Pet Products Plus, Inc.Contents...Ask Us Anything Annette Davis....................... 4Balancing Act Cindy Vogels.............................8At 6 Furlong Pole Dr. Al Grossman................16Behind New Titlists............................................17NCPC Specialty..................................................20New Champions.................................................25Microchips for Dogs Jill Warren.....................36Around the Waterbowl Linda Brogoitti..........40Health Genetics Marge Kranzfelder...........44I Remember When Dorothy Bonner...............49Dallas-Ft. Worth Pom Club................................52Membership Report Jerrie Freia......................52Pom Club of Michigan Specialty Report...........53Kennel Visit........................................................60Patellar Luxation Dr. Wm Daly...................... 72Cheers................................................................81Making Medicine Go Down Dr. Roger Haan..84General Education Esme Treen.......................8810 Commandments Bill Trainor......................89Theres Only One Nigel N.A. Jones................92Campaigning a Special Al Grossman..............93Along Myway Molly Miller..........................109I Remember When II Dorothy Bonner..........115The Pomeranian Review......is sent to judges ...offers reasonable advertising ...has quality reproductions ...provides APC news ...contains Obedience information ...has interesting, informative articles ...is very colorfulCOVER-Woiwuh1Ch. DeArtas Ima Causin A StormSTORMY an American and international Champion-a multi BISS and BISA winner-makes his 1998 debut in grand style.Thanks to Judge Rodger Pritchard for his auspicious start with a Group I, then on to Back-to-back BISABISS wins.Many thanks to long-time friend, Donna Gunter, for her expert handling.BreederOwnerM. Deane Rinehart 422 W. Fairchild Drive Midwest City, OK 73110 405 732-0402Kennel VisitsAugust....Suzanne Bemey of Suber PomsOctober....Janice Young of Star Haven PomsSpotlight on Foreign MembersAugust...Dennis and Mario Litonjua of Chrisden PomsOctober...Celda SantosPage 1K. "5v- \ \ v '.r -rv.w.rv- wi. r yr--cuVARIETY GROUP PLACEMENTCALCASIEUkennel clubSPRING 1998 omLUISF SOSAL 50WfAM.CAN. CH.TIM SUES ROCKY MT. HIGHDenverBack home again with breederownerhandler, Sue. Pictured with Mrs. Paula Hartinger, breed judge, Mrs. Lorraine Boutwell.FLASH Group I, Riverside West KC on May 17. Arlene Benko, Breed, Paula Bradley, Group1 o9 Special thanks to Chris Heartz for taking him to his Canadian championship with a Best in Show and for his exciting wins in Texas.Best wishes to Tony and FabianTIM SUE POMERANIANS Tim and Sue Goddard 797 Frank Rd. Opelousas, LA 70570 318 543-6622 Phone and Fax e-mail T_S_PomsAsbank.Comjam-shARa iV- rV VyVW.fcJ-7Left to RgtofJ Jan-Shars Thank Your Lucky Stars F Jan-Shars El Nino F h. Jan-Shars Its The Real Thing M Jan-Shars Anastasia F. Littermates sired by Ch. Rock N Tradition of Oakridge and out of Jan-Shars Wynonna.Congratulations to Tony and FabianDeepest sympathy to Janet Lucido. So sorry to hear about Keno Wiz. He was truly one of the great ones.BREEDER OWNER Sharon Hanson 304 497-2446 304 497-2289 Fax nightsPage 3mw JAsk Us Anythingby Annette DavisThe question for this month is How can I help keep my Poms teeth cleanIt is extremely important to keep your dogs teeth clean. Dirty and decaying teeth cause a number of health concerns such as heart and kidney problems, bacterial toxicides, and extremely bad breath. However, with toy dogs like Poms, this is often easier said than done. Toys have a propensity for bad teeth, and extreme care must be taken to prevent serious decay.Folio-wing are some suggestions to help1 Give puppies toys early. If they get in the habit of chewing on toys, they will keep their teeth much cleaner. Make sure any toys given do not have small pieces that could be chewed off and choked on.2 Feed premium dry food as much as possible. Canned food, low quality foods that contain sugar, and many commercially prepared doggie treats promote tooth decay. If you want to give treats, you can boil liver or beef heart, cut it into small pieces and keep it in a zip lock baggie in the freezer. Your liver or beef heart will last several months in a freezer baggie. You can also give small bits of cheese as treats.3 Give marrow bones often. Beef femur cut into 1" slices at the butcher. Be sure there are no sharp edges and boil to eliminate germs before giving. You can also offer things like chew toys, chew hooves, rawhide chews, and pig ears watch pig ears, they give some dogs diarrhea. Julie Moreno suggest boiling your marrow bones and then keeping them in a plastic bag in the freezer for 24-48hours before giving them to your dog. This cuts down on the greasiness and makes them last longer. For puppies, she interlocks one or two plastic colored shower rings through the bones to make excellent chew toys.4 If your Poms teeth are very dirty, the only way to get them completely clean is to have them professionally done at your veterinarian. After a professional cleaning, you can scale them yourself every month or so to keep them clean. Some people use a doggie toothbrush and toothpaste to clean their dogs teeth each day. Other alternatives to a toothbrush are gauze or a finger brush. Dental instruments for scaling, and dog toothbrushestoothpaste are available from most pet supply catalogues.Our question for next month is What is eclampsia and how can it be preventedYou may direct new questions or answers to these questions toAnnette Davis 391 N Mink Creed Road Pocatello, ID 83204 208-234-0932, FAX 208-234-0792 e-mail davisstellarcom.comweb site www.stellarcom.comdavisMASTERCARDVISAACCEPTEDCheck your mailing label. 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Janesas Very Special Jan-Shar x Berrys Jubilee of BartonsWe would like to thank Charlotte Patterson for the 3-point majorlhat inished Atti. Atti is a great mover with a striking tri-sable coat. She was red to a beautiful clear orange boy bred and owned by Jerrie Freia and isdue to whelp in May.Congratulations to Jose Cabrera and Fabian Arienti...Barbara and Jonny Messmer 2249 Suwannee Drive Marrero, LA 70072504 348-9150Page 7THE BALANCING ACTby Cindy VogelsA good sense of balance is the cornerstone of any visual art. From the ancient Chinese scroll painter to the contemporary illustrator, properly visualizing the balance of proportions is essential in making aesthetic evaluations. Likewise, as dog fanciers and breeders, we need to nurture this ability and acquire an artists eye in assessing our dogs.In dogs, the interrelation of body-part proportions creates a visual image unique to each breedand in each dog within a breed. These relationships exist on many levels, and the more you develop your eye to see these relationships, the keener your discernment will be.A PYRAMID OF PROPORTIONSThink of balance as a pyramid of proportions, the foundation of which is the dogs overall outline. To assess a dogs proportions it is useful to follow a step-by-step procedure, measuring key anatomical landmarks to determine whether the dog is in balance. First, take the distance from the highest point of the withers to the ground and compare it to the distance from the point of the shoulders to the point of the rear.If these measurements are equal, the dog is square in outline if length is greater than height or vice versa, the dog is off-square or rectangular. Next compare the length of leg from the withers to the elbow to the length from the elbow to the ground. Now look at the length of the head compared to the length of the neck. See how those two measurements compare to the length from the withers to the set-on of the tail.Once these basic measurements have been assessed, you can look more closely at the structure of the dog. For instance,measure the width and length of the skul and compare it to the width and length o the muzzle. How does the length of th tail compare to the length of the topline' Is the angulation of the front equal to th angulation of the hindquartersThe further you delve into a dog anatomy, the more measurements you cai compare. Individually, they relate to om another. Together, they determine th overall balance of the dog. The broad basi is the length-to-height ratio, whicl determines the basic outline. But man other measurementsdown to thi smallest calculations, such as the size o the eyecontributes to form the basis o individual breed type.Now that your head is full of visua measurements, calculations am comparisons, you must determine thi proper balance of the individual dog parts, how those parts blend to create whole and, in particular, how the compare to the specific breed standard.APPLYING THE BREED STANDARDThe breed standard must be consulted t determine proper proportions. If thi standard is well-written, it will prioritiz the measurements that determine type Not all breed standards, however, provid details about proportion. This leave breeders and judges to determine goo balance on their own and makes thi evaluation of proper type elusive.The Norwegian Elkhound standard, fo example, is extremely clear, calling for dog that is medium in size and substance square in profile, close-coupled am balanced in proportions. Concerning thi head, the standard says the dogs nose i straight, parallel and about the sam length as the skull. The body, it says, ishort and close-coupled with the rib cage iccounting for most of its length. Legs ire medium in length substantial but not oarse. These details are a great aid in visualizing the ideal Elkhound.Going one step further, the Fox Terrier standard gives actual measurements, stipulating that a well-balanced dog should not exceed 15 4 inches at the withers...nor should the length of back from withers to root of the tail exceed 12 inches, while to maintain the relative apportions, the head should not 7 14 inches or be less than 7 inches. A dog with hese measurements wold scale 19 pounds in show condition.Under balance, the Fox Terrier standard states, The chief points for consideration ire the relative proportions of skull and 'ore face head and back height at withers ind length of body from shoulder point to juttockthe ideal of proportion being -eached when the last two measurements ire the same. These statements leave little oom for interpretation as to the correct proportions of a Fox Terrier.The Lhasa Apso standard, on the other rand, leaves considerable room for interpretation. It calls for a 10- to 11 inch log and says, The length from point of shoulders to point of buttocks longer than leight at withers. Although somewhat vague in its discussion of head characteristics, the standard calls for the length from tip of nose to eye to be oughly about one-third of the total length rom nose to back of skull. These are the mly two measurements mentioned in this prief standard.The Greyhound standard makes no nention of proportion or balance at all. In ts listing of points to consider, only 10 out pf 100 points are allocated to general symmetry and quality. This lack of detail orces breeders to look elsewhere to ietermine the Greyhounds correct proportions.STRUCTURE AND SUBSTANCEMany breeds are required to be square in outline, although the correct proportions may be described without using the word square. No matter what the wording, a square dogs measurements from the withers to the ground and from the point of the chest to the point of the buttocks are equal. The distance from the withers to the set-on of the tail is dependent upon the front and rear angulation of the dog. Beware of any standard that uses this measurement in defining the length-to-height balance. Note that the Fox Terrier standard does use this measurement, but as describes a square dog with proper angulation, die length from the withers to the tail is shorter than the distance from the withers to the ground. Most often a square dog has legs that are equal in length from the withers to the elbow and from the elbow to the ground. Many of the square breeds are balanced so that the length of head, the length of neck, and the length of back are roughly equal. With the brisket reaching the elbow, the depth of the body equals half of the height of the dog.Off-square is easy to see, although some standards describe this proportion without naming it.A rectangular dog is created when the length exceeds the height or vice versa. While many breed standards call for a dog longer than it is tall, none specify to select for a dog that is taller than it is long.With small dogs, you must determine which proportions are appropriate. In some breeds, such as many of the short-legged terriers, short legs hang on small frames and the dogs have proportionately small heads. These breeds must also be distinguished from miniature breeds, such as Pomeranians, which have the proportions of a long-legged breed in scaled-down form.The Pom is a diminutive of a northern breed, notes well-known judge and longtime Pomeranian breeder Edd Bivin. All parts of the dog, including the head, must remain in proportion without exaggeration. On the other hand, truePage 9AaC.ue.oa lbes an 'frontsproudly presents another New ChampionTILLYXfr areJl xL'.as JCh. D-Ane's flbselute.^tunne.Ch. Absolutes Harleys Son David x Creiders Evelyn by D-ZineTilly stuns the crowd with a 3rd major at Louisville, then goes on to win two days at Memphis finishing in only 7 shows and takes BOS the 3rd day-her first time out as a new Champion. Tilly will be bred this summer to Ch. Absolutes Mini Bike. Look for him in a Specials ring near you Feb. 98 issue of the Review. Serious inquiries welcome.Owned, loved, and presented by Sherrilynn J. Rogers.'Pending AKC ConfirmationLaCueva Sibes and Poms 5236 Pocono Drive Huber Heights, OH 45424937 236-2804Breeder Co-Owner Lynn Meyer jnmB---------------------MILLAMOR S MAKE A STATEMENTOVJLU7^KCUfir9m- JP3V' .GROUPFOURTHKENNEL CLUE I xhoowpboBarkley salutes some of his outstanding offspring--Jan-Les Make A Lady, Jan-Les Grumble Teaser, and Patricias Passion Play pictured on page 82.Congratulations to Tony and Fabian on their Kennel VisitJane Lehtinen 1325 9th Street, So. Virginia, MN 55792 218741-2117 FAX 218 741-2117 NKUD34Aprodigy.comPage 11dwarf breeds, such as Scottish Terriers and Corgis, have all the measurements and substance of a large dog, only with short legs. These dwarf breeds certainly possess their own unique balance of proportions.Substance also plays a major role in determining balance. Most breed standards address substance, and in many it is essential to correct breed type. Variation in the ratio of size to substance can greatly affect the overall picture. Consider an overboned 12-inch Papillon, compared to a dog of the same size with the proper fine-boned structure. If the mass of the overdone specimen could be spread over a larger frame, the overall balance might be fine, although the dog would be too tall for the standard.On the other hand, a weedy, slight Mastiff hardly appears massive, heavy-boned, with a powerful muscle structure. If the dogs size were reduced to make its proportions correct, it would no longer be big enough to be typical. In some breeds, such as the English Toy Spaniel, the standard gives only weight considerations without height guidelines. For the novice, this complicates the process of evaluation.THE TEST OF MOVEMENTIt is said that movement is the true test of conformation. In other words, the balance of proportion will dictate the dogs movement. Noted judge and lecturer Quentin LaHam stresses that nature designed the breeds to work efficiently and that an unbalanced dog cannot do its job. LaHam sees many dogs rewarded that are incorrectly proportioned dogs that should be longer than high are becoming square, and many have too much rear angulation to balance their fronts. Since their functions vary, each breed must be allowed its own individual balance so it can perform its appointed task.A dogs movement is determined by theproportion of the length of leg to the length of body, coupled with the amount of substance appropriate to the breed. The moderate proportions of the Golden Retriever give the breed an easy, moderate way of moving. On the other hand, most short-legged dogs have a distinctive gait because their legs wrap around their chests. The Scottish Terrier is a good example. It definitely doesnt have the square trot desirable in long-legged breeds. Its forelegs dont move in exact parallel planes rather, in reaching out, they incline slightly inward because of the breeds deep, broad forechest.The Alaskan Malamute is constructed for pulling heavy loads short distances. Its standard calls for a dog that is powerful and substantially built. To do its job, the dog must have sound legs, good feet, [a] deep chest and powerful shoulders. In contrast, the Siberian Husky, an endurance puller, is a medium-sized working dog, quick and light on its feet and free and graceful in action. Its body proportions and form reflect this basic balance of power, speed, and endurance.Some breeds, because of their balance of proportions, are most efficient at the gallop, even though dogs are evaluated in the ring at a trot. Sighthounds, for example, are built to chase game at high speed, utilizing a double-suspension gallop. Some dogs are not made to be efficient movers. The Fox Terrier standard dictates a straight front assembly therefore, its legs should move like a pendulum. Bull breeds, on the other hand, are constructed to stand their ground they are front-heavy, with wide-set legs.In general, similarly balanced breeds will move alike. Although unrelated, the Brittany and the Norwegian Elkhound are remarkably similar in proportions, and both move with a dramatic ground-covering style. The Pekingese and Bulldog also move similarly. Although the Bulldog has longer legs, both breeds have big heads, short necks, narrow rears and wide, heavy fronts. These attributes give rise to their unique rolling gaits.EXAGGERATION IN MODERATIONOther factors beside structure can contribute to the perception of balance. A dog of magnificent heart and character is going to present a different whole than a lesser showman that may be equal in structure. Showmanship does away opinion of a dog. Coat can also fool people the more glamorous the bloom, the more easily were wooed. Although outstanding conditions should be rewarded, it is critical to check under the oat for structural balance.If the muzzle is supposed to be equal in length to the back-skull, make sure it is actually the same length, not just a length of whiskers masquerading as bone. Be sure the dogs body is long of rib cage and short of loin allowing for fortitude and officiency. Being overweight or mderweight can wreak havoc with oalance, as out-of-condition dogs present a ery different picture. Many standards iddress weight and overall conditioning ooth are essential in creating breed type.In nature, there is a tendency toward symmetry and moderation. Thats why nany breeds are square or slightly ff-square, with equal proportions hroughout. The parts blend together vithout any one being visually dominant, rhere are always exaggerated individuals vithin any breed, but its important to ecognize the excess as such and realize hat for a breed to remain moderate, some xaggeration must be incorporated. Exaggerated dogs shouldnt set type, but should] be used to maintain it, notes Jivin.In some breeds, exaggeration plays a najor role in defining type, and those pecific proportions must be maintained, fhe Pekingese should have a big head and i short neck with a heavy, distorted front ind a narrow rear. Once our eye is ocustomed to the correct proportions, a eke without any of these exaggerated raits seems out of balance.Determining the overall outline is of utmost importance in assessing balance. If a dogs outline is incorrect, no excess of breed characteristics can make it typey. I can send a class around the ring once and know which dog will be at the head of the line, says judge Frank Sabella. When I examine a dog, I confirm what my eye has already told me.Both Bivin and Sabella believe that the ability to see balance is an innate gift. Certainly, everyones perception is unique. Nevertheless, the proportions of a dog are measurable, and to be successful fanciers and breeders, we need to develop an objective eye for balance of proportion. Only once weve gotten our balance can we assess how closely a breed comes to its standard of perfection.Assessing Balance with Anne Rogers ClarkLongtime breeder and all-breed judge Anne Rogers Clark is known for her balanced approach to both pursuits. When evaluating a dogin this case, an English Cocker SpanielClark goes through a rather involved process in a matter of minutes. Type, says Clark, is what makes the dog look like the breed, and I must, from my own logic, start at one point and continue from there. The English Cocker standard states. The whole is worth more than the sum of its parts. It is those parts, in balance with one another, that create the pleasing whole. The ability to see the whole dog is the basis of the sport of purebred dogs.Correct type in an English Cocker, she continues, is apparent in examining the animal in direct profile. When doing so, Clark asks herself a series of questions What is its proportion Its balance of height total length Its balance to bone to size Its balance of neck length to back length Its length of foreface in proportion to length of backskull Its depth of head in proportion to length Are the head planes level Does the topline slope naturallyPage 13JAN LES MAKE A LADYBEST OF OPPOSITE MID IOWACOMBINED SPECIALTY FEBRUARY 1998PHOTO BY DOWNEY 0sAt just 6 months and 3 days old, Lady wins back-to-back 4-point majors at the Des Moines Specialty and South East Iowa Kennel Club. She needs just a few points to finish. Her sire, Barkley, is very proud of herJane Lehtinen 1325 9th Street, So. Virginia, MN 55792 218741-2117 FAX 218 741-2117 NKUD34Aprodigy.comPane 14Page 15an SBe's QiumMte ffmmJane Lehtinen 1325 9th Street, So. Virginia, MN 55792 218741-2117 FAX 218 741-2117 NKUD34Aprodigy.comDoes the elbow appear to be just underneath tbe highest point of the shoulder Do the shoulder and forearm balance in approximately equal lengths And is there an angle formed thats somewhere near 100 degrees between these two bones Does the hindquarters stand comfortably just behind the body with a well-bent stifle and a short hock [If] all this is pleasing, the animal on first impression is typical, or can be considered to be within the guidelines in the standard, which makes it an acceptable animal to do the work intended.Clark then poses more questions to herself, keeping in mind her opinion that side movement is the true test of the sum total of a dogs parts How does the dog move from the side Does the topline remain gently sloping Does the tail come up to fill the rest of the slope Can the head be carried in many attitudes Up, as the dog wold hold it if it were retrieving a bird. Slightly out in front of it for speed at the trot. And, while moving, will the dog be able to put its head to the ground to [retrieve] or to make a scent check Does the front leg freely extend with no laboring action Does the rear leg take a good stride underneath the body And is it able to follow through its arc, unimpeded by too sharply sloped a croupFollowing this, and before even touching the specimen or really looking at the dogs head or rib cage, Clark observes temperament. [The dog should be] merry and eager, very typical by the standard. [I ask the handler to] put the dog up on the table I check its head, eye, ear, and mouth. Next, [I check the] fit and placement of the dogs neck and shoulder, and [look for the] correct heart-shaped rib [cage], tail-set, muscle, hindquarters and feet.When she has finished her examination, Clark has succeeded in judging the overall picture, making her first cut on type and rewarding the soundest of the typical specimens. After all, she notes, An untypical Cocker that is sound is useless.A typical Cocker that is sound is priceless.Reprinted from the February, 1998, AKC GazetteFROM THE SKEPTIC TANKAND AT THE 6 FURLONG POLEby Dr. Al GrossmanThere I stood in the middle of the ring with the Sporting Group thundering by and my head aching. My friend Danny the Tout, had kept me informed about galloping horses, but this was ridiculous. Who told these guys that this group was being timed with a stop watch You would think the ones handling the Clumber and the Sussex would know they were never going to beat the Irish Setters time.In all my years in dogs I have seen speed inch up every year, especially at the group level. When I watch the Indianapolis 500 and the Daytona 500, I know that each year new advances in technology will allow speeds and risks to creep up. Pray tell, what technology has advanced the pace of those four-legged creatures Oh, I guess better feeding and conditioning would allow for some dogs to run faster, but do they have to The answer is NO This is not a speed race. It is a contest to see which of them matches the standard of their breed best. So why is that Sussex Spaniel running his legs offI think I know the answer. NERVES, thats what it is, nerves. No, not the dogs, the handler. Tension builds toward the group level win. It is the entry to the coveted final seven and a possible BIS. There it is, a big ring just waiting to be covered in record time and to impress the crowd. What a picture the Setters makewith their flowing coats as they stream around the ring. Beautiful, yes, correct, no. To the practiced eye, the overstriding dog is not a picture of beauty, especially when the handler has him strung up like a spastic alligator. The gait is all wrong. The dog does not have control of his front end and he waves his legs in all directions as he tries to land correctly without falling all over himself from the thrust from the rear quarters. Some of the smaller breeds look the worst. However, their handlers are so proud that they are keeping up with the pack. They pay no mind to their charges and the foam coming out of their mouths as they gasp for air on their tight leads.Generally the problem is not as pronounced in the breed ring, which could be accounted for by the smaller size of the ring. I always tell my entrants that I want the dogs gaited at a light trot speed is not encouraged. Do you know what A clinical observationwhen one puts on an armband their hearing goes south. Now I know this is true for it has been confirmed time and again in the ring. As a scientist I have been trained in scientific principles but I am baffled by this sudden loss of hearing. Perhaps I have used poor logic in reaching my conclusions.Maybe its a little like this A scientist testing a grasshopper removed one set of legs and pounded the table. The grasshopper leaped into the air, but with a little less height than when he had used all his appendages. The scientist recorded the information. He removed another set of legs and thumped again. Once again the grasshopper jumped into the air with even less height. This was duly recorded also. Finally, he removed the last set of legs and thumped the table. No movement. He thumped again...still no movement. He recorded the data factally. His conclusionwhen you remove all the grasshoppers legs, he becomes deaf.I believe that the thinking of the exhibitor is that speed impresses a judge and also the ringside. Ringside, maybe, a judge, seldom. However, when eveiy entrant in the group is galloping at a paceworthy of Olympic glory, it is pretty hard to stand in front of the herd and slow them down. Maybe all judges should mime their directions before the handlers begin their circuit around the track. That should be an interesting sight.No, I believe that the tension they are feeling is best worked off by the large muscle activity of running. I their minds eye, large scale exertions large rewards. That equation does not always work. In fact, in the dog game, that often works in reverse. I am os pleased when I watch the Hound Group and see competent Dachshund handlers gaiting their dogs at a correct pace while the big hounds run amok.Well, I have got this off my chest. It would be helpful if you could just see you way clear to sloooow down a bit and let the judge actually see you dog in its true gait.How about itBEHIND NEW TITLISTSCh Tishas Sina-A-SongOrange FemaleBreeder Pat and Fred DieballOwner Pat and Fred DieballCh Rock N Tradition of Oakridge Ch Valhallas Rock-N-Roll of Oakridge Ch DeArtas Golden Gina Tishas RicochetCh Doo-Shays Western Expose Ch Tishas U Betcha Buttons Ch Doo-Shays Funky Medeana Ch Doo-Shays Western Expose Tishas Grin 'N Bear ItCh Doo-Shays Funky Medeana Tioshas Jammin SmoreCh Doo-Shay's Wild Thing Tishas Wild TouchCh Doo-Shay's Funky MedeanaContinued on page 41Page 17Www VDgocoLIX. 'Belle, efo tke^eutk met^T'ke tfvarib A-ady cfo tkeflcvlk and tcqetke tke\f create....Ch. carte.it 7 tf\ itiw rL'VC- sTWINNERSTERRE HAUTE fcv KENNEL V] CLUB ApnJ18.1998 ' -.BOOTH PHOTOcCh. yZaincs 'JZ.hctt 'Tulle.t s 'DtcauiCh. Janesas For Petes Sake x Pomaraineys Lovely LydiaPicture by Booth PhotographyScarlett her championship under respected judge Dr. David Green Doane on Mothers Day in Bettendof, Iowa. Many thanks to Judges D. Rogers, C. Webb, E. Jenner, N. Shapland, C. Hrbel, R. Holloway, D. Doane and all those who found our Southern Belle worthy.Our sincere gratitude always to the Northern Lady, handler Nadine Hersil, for making this dream for our darling Scarlett come trueCh. Scarlett is now at home and retired and will be bred to Ch. AJs Smokin' Joe Frazier later this summer. Were hopeful for some excellent show prospects from this Janesa duo to follow their parents in the show ringOWNERS Marcia and Bruce Cox Mt. Vernon, IL 62864 BREEDER Gail Rainey 901 352-2095Parra 1 PNorthern California Pomeranian Club SpecialtySaturday, April 11,1998The NCPC held its annual Specialty at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 11, 1998. This specialty was held in conjunction with the Sacramento Kennel Clubs two-day all-breed show.There was a lot of support this year, producing entries of 16 in Sweepstakes and 51 for the Specialty Show. The Sweepstakes judge was Ms. Fran Smith. She did a great job judging these fine puppies. Nobles High Dollar Hobby was the BIS and T-Villes Honor Society took BOS.The conformation classes were expertly judged by Dr. Samuel A. Draper. The BOB was Ch. Candyfloss Shall We Dance B W was Sun-Dot NBonfire Sire Ceasar BOS and WB was Apolloette Wee Hearts Desire.All the exhibitors and visitors enjoyed a Deli Dinner hosted by the NCPC. The club had a raffle and displayed the beautiful prize Baskets that could be won. Tish Cannon was the grand winner of the television and Candee Freeman won a vari kennel and large Easter Bunny. Many other prizes also were raffled off. It was a great evening and wonderful to see so many beautiful Poms.SweepstakesJudge Ms. Fran SmithBest in Sweepstakes Nobles High Dollar Hobby owned by Noble Inglett Best Opposite T-Villes Honor Society owned by Tish CannonRegular ClassesJudge Dr. Samuel DraperPuppy Dogs, G-91 Jan-Shars Be All You Can Be...................................................................................Letitia Cannon2 Nobles High Dollar Hobby.........................................................................................Noble Inglett3 Apolloette Touch of Mystery..............................................................Marlene and Marlin Presser4 Park Ave Lil Gigolo......................................................................................................Tom Wilson1 Me Ladys Fresh Prince of RV......2 Jan-Shar"s Dude With An Attitude3 T-ss Ima Boot Scootin Plaboy........Puppy Dogs, 9-12.................................Karen Crawford and Richard Lane.................................................................Sharon Hanson................................................................Peggy Spangler1 Elite Maes My-T-MiteBrad-by-Exhibitor DogsEleanor Wolfepan Dogs1 Sun-Dots NBonfire Sir Ceasar................................Bonnie Mclntosh-Taylor and Daniel Taylor2 Deverys Bad to the Bone......................................................................Devery and Sandra Davis3 Stillcoves Hold My Hand..................................................................Cynthia and James Bradley4 Candyfloss Stardust...........................................................................................Hideko Strasbaugh1 Odysseys Butterfly Kisses.2 Park Aves LuVn Spoonful.Puppy Bitches, 6-9.Janet Manuszak-Lucido ............Christine EndowPuppy Bitches, 9-121 Sunrays Divine Wind Cameo................................................Michael Heflin and Karen Crawford2 Finchs Petipom Enchantress........................................................................................Diane FinchBred-by-Exhibitor Bitches1 T-Villes Honor Society.............................................................................................Letitia Cannon2 Apolloette I AimTo Please..................................................................Marlene and Marlin Presser3 Candyfloss Insatiable........................................................................................ Hideko Strasbaugh4 Shadowhawks Margana The Red......................................................................Mary Kelly Smithpen Bitches1 Apolloette Wee Hearts Desire....................................................................................Julie Cackette2 Apolloette Seal'd Wth A Kiss......... Robert Crippen and Carolyn Crippen and Marlene Presser3 Jan-Shars Thank Your Lucky Stars.......................................................................Sharon Hanson4 Big As Champagne N Roses.......................................................................................Sandra DavisBEST OF BREED Ch. Candyfloss Shall We Dance BEST OF WINNERS Sun-Dot NBonfire Sir Ceasar BEST OPPOSITE Apolloette Wee Hearts Desire' 'v rv i4I r ^Specialty BISCh. Candyfloss Shall We Dancer'Jfflityactefr fitVi'Mcvn^crni^m 5 monthsCh. Shyacres Deja Vu x Shyacres Fris Kanned GenesAt five months old, Samson went to Texas to watch a Specialty and never came home. He is now owned by G. H. Rumbaugh, Sheila Fields, Peggy Hendricks and me. He will be shown by Peggy of HHH.BREEDERCO-OWNER Shyacres 318 239-3938 318 0409 FAX CO-OWNERS G.H. Rumbaugh and Sheila Fields HANDLER-CO-OWNER Peggy Hendricks 418 W. Grenoble l Grand Prairie, TX 75053 972 262-08154a4Best of Winners Best OppositeSun-Dots NBonfire Sir Ceasar Apolloette Wee Hearts Desir.. -IT 'y' .lg_Best in Sweepstakes Nobles High Dollar HobbyNEW CHAMPIONS from the AKC GAZETTEFebruary IssueAbsolutes Magic Mist B by Ch. Absolutes Magic Mountain x Lyngayles Sizzlin Wizz Kid. Breeder Jeanne Blank Gayle Vautaw. Owner Becky Sabourin Jeanne Blank.Bohrers Dream A Little Dream D by Ch. Finchs He Walks On Water x Lakewoods Sunni Of Bohrers. BreederOwner Robert Betty Bohrer.Chas-T-Dee Show And Tell D by Ch. Chas-T dee Born To Show x Chas-T Dee Buff Puff. BreederOwner Charles Dee McNeice.Citilites Tuxedo-N-Tails D by Del Sols Lil Babear x Dias Midnight Magic Bear. BreederOwner Patricia Andrusenki.Clairmonts The Piano Player D by CH Apples Traveling Rambler x Clairmonts Carolina Lolita. Breeder Lancy Bryson. Owner Sharon HansonDamata Northwest Spirit D By CH Texicans Highball x Rosehills Sweet Tribbles. Breeder Rosemarie A. Schroeder. Owner Darlys Flaata.Dover-Holihouse Rogos M E D by CH Finchs He Walks On Water x CH Rogos Munckin From Oz. Breeder Mary E. Rogozinski Patricia A. Foley Kathryn Hartz. Owner Patricia A. Foley Kathryn Hartz.Coldkist Highly Delighted B by CH Tim Sues High Lights x Goldkist Jnchained Melody. Breeder Beverly Bottoms. Owner Dennis Litonjua.Sighwoods Blazin Zira B by Raintrees Beam Me Up Scotty x Slelsons Precious Pixie Girl. Breeder Diana L Julie A Wall. Owner Cent E. Armstrong C. Lee Koseck.fan Shars Your Royal Highness B by CH Jan-Shars Absolutly A Master Piece x Jan-Shars Bambi. BreederOwner Sharon L. Hanson.lan-Shars Its The Real Thing D by CH Rock N Tradition of Oakridge c Jan-Shars Wynona. BreederOwner Sharon L HansonoT-JS ROCK N WEE WILLY WIMZEECh. HHPs Glitter Rock Of Fame x T-JS Lil Rock N Hot ToddyA big thank you to Judge Mrs. Erika Moureau for this FANTASTIC win over 51 Poms. I would also like to thank the Texas CSA for the beautiful Fitz and Floyd china-Mrs. Bunny Coffee Pot and matching Mug-a real treasure. Thanks also to Joanne Reed for your EXPERT PRESENTATION of our little sassy red-headed Leprechaun.FLASH Willy finished in style, going Group III from the BBE class and a Group I from the BBE competition at the Camellia Capitol KC on 51098.Bred for Quality not Quantity111 i im r916 726-POMSTherese and John Reeder Lt. Col. USAF Ret.Antelope, CA FAX 916 722-9045 24 hoi^WwwwuuWY mSMMXMXMXMMXMMAV\VV\V\ II,BEST OF BREEDVARIETYFORT WORTH KENNEL CLUB SPRING 1998 oCOPR. PHOTO BYPATTY SOSAr 504-869-9996T-JS ROCK N WEE WILLY WIMZEECh. HHPs Glitter Rock Of Fame x T-JS Lil Rock N Hot Toddy \What a SUPER win. Our little Willy, who tips the scales at 3 34 pounds and was \ 9 months and 4 days old, won Best of Breed for a 5-point major over and entry of ^ 67 Poms including 13 Specials. t, iThank you to Judge MR. TERRY NETHERCOTT from England for appreciating t Willy. Willy has "personality plus and moves like a dream. I,Many thanks to Joanne Reed for your outstanding performance in Texas fBred for Quality not Quantity3 726-POMSTherese and John Reeder Lt. Col. USAF Ret.Antelope, CA FAX 916 722-9045 24 hourPaciB 27Nguyen Cory Loverboy of GQ D by CH Jeribeth Prince Vendredi x Radiant Ruby OManor Hill. BreederOwner Mischa Nguyen.Pebblebrooks Copper Penney B by CH Wee Challenger Of Lenette x Creiders Countdown To Glory. BreederOwner Patricia Fred PhilippPuf Pride Mystical Madison B Puf Pride Cloudbreaker x Puf-Pride K Bt-Ogld Samantha. Breeder Virginia L. Dimick Warren G Dimick. Owner Coral Appleton.Sambos Black Power D by CH Valcopy Wakhan Valentino x Starfires Rosas Nite Live. Breeder Jose A. Cabrera. Owner Arlene Steinmentz Jose A. Cabrera.Tresstiques Walkin Treasure B by CH Finchs He Walks On Water x Golden Aires Billy Jean. BreederOwner Bonnie HarrisMarch IssueAntoms Angel On My Shoulder B by Macs Code Of The West x Farrs Little Miss Munchkin. BreederOwner Anita J. Farr.Bar-Jons N Janesas Attitude B by CH Janesas Very Special Jan Shar x Berrys Jubilee Of Bar-Jons. BreederOwner Barbara Messmer.Daystar Fg Diamond In The Ruff B by Jan-Shars Ace in The Hole x Marengos La-Cin-Da-Do-No-Vo. Breeder Patricia Foxx. Owner Karen L. PowerHeartlands She Walks Like An Angel B by CH Rock N Tradition Of Oakridge x Heartlands Almost An Angel. BreederOwner Dianne Kieffer.Hi-Crest Guysngals Tabriz On High B by Sandalwood Ce Guysngals Baron x CH Hi-Crest Chrisma Winsome High. BreederOwner A Hirahara Josephine Ching.Jan-Shars Zsa Zsa B by Tookeyes The Gold Smith x Jan-Shars Little Liza Jane. BreederOwner Sharon L. HansonLinetree Pom-Haven Patrick D by Linetrees Finders Keepers x CH Ks Country Tick Of The Clock. Breeder Mary ABonnell. Owner Patricia L. MillerMabins Eclipse Of The Hearts B by CH Carousels Little Big Man x Carousels Lady Clandestine. Breeder Robin Khor. Owner Marion Banding Barbara J MooreSungolds Suzetta B by CH Sungolds Touch Of Speed x CH Sungolds Lil Suzie. BreederOwner Anna LafortuneTreasured Toys Thumbalina B by Masons Randy Of Millamor x Pams Pixie Pie. Breeder Ethel Scazzuso. Owner Cindy Landry Pam vVischnef.April IssueSrynrose I Vant To Be AloneB by CH Southlands Mighty Impressive x HH Brynrose Memory Of Jamel. Breederowner S. W. Turner Brenda turner.Finchs Floats On Land B by Burgundy Lil Casino x Finchs Ambrosa vlystery. Breederowner Diane L. FinchTayels Ki Ki Dee B by Valcopy Wakhan Son Of Sheik x Gayels Party Doll. Breederowner Gale A. Rivers.ran-Shars Just Call Me Fancy B by Tookeyes The Gold Smith x an-Shars Wildwood Flower. Breederowner Sharon Hansonlan-Shars Sinbad of Velvetouch D by Tookeyes The Gold Smith x an-Shars Janies Girl. Breeder Sharon Hanson. OwnerJanet Bordelon.anesas Righteous Sundown B by CH Star Havens Righteous Rock x anesas Rising Star. Breeder Jerrie Freia. Owner Camilla Knight.Cneislers Sweet Justice B by Janesas Forever The Star x Rubys Wee oasted Bon-Bon. Breeder Maria Kneisier. Owner Robert S. Bohrer.etipom He Aint No Saint D by CH Finchs He Walks On Water x CH inchs Pearls And Lace. Breeder Pat Cummings Diane L. Finch.wner Pat Cummings.rimetime Chip Ahoy D by Macs Dark Image x Primetime Cooper ticket. Breeder Thomas Mclntire. Owner Thomas Mclntire Sandra lerck.VELVET TOUCH POMERANIANSCH.JAN-SHARS SINBAD OF VELVETOUCHTookeyes the GoldlSmith x Jan-Shars Janies GirlXv Pictured is one of our 4 champion stud dogs--Sinbads latest two pups have taken the show world by storm.Thank you, Sharon Hanson for Sinbad. He is a great asset to my kennel.BEST VOPPOSITE SEXSOUTHEAST ARKANSASkemmel ciue1998HOTO 9t PETRULISCCH. PETITECHARM OF IDACh. Jan-Shars Sinbad of Velvetouch x Idas Darling DianeLook for JoJo in up coming issues. Pointed and show trained youngsters and beautiful tiny pet puppies usually available.r 4A5'dBEST OF WINNERSPlease visit my Web Page on the Internet.HOUSTON COMBINED SPECIALTY ASSN.SPRING 1998 0 "iSrSWWEB PAGE httppagewizard.webtime.comvtkVELVET TOUCH POMS Janet Bordelon 1460 HWY 3054 Alexandria, LA 71303 318 445-01437nVn-kfci1SfyBEST OF BREEDsa Ii iWICHITA KENNEL CLUB5.EN PHOTOGRAPHY OCASCADES SUNKIST SHADOWAm Can Ch. Cascades Sunkist Goldenrod x Bev-Nors Spankys EbonyShadow at 10 months is shown with Chris Schaffer Blair, his friend and handler, ning back-to-back majors on his second weekend out. Thank you Chris and judges Alan kner and Mrs. Elaine Young for his wins This breeding was just repeated.Puppies occasionallyDoris Wheeler 3016 Hiawatha Dr. Dayton, OH 45414 937 278-6071Pa rra 1StolN Tradition Carries On B by CH Rock N Tradition Of Oakridge x CH Stolannes Thoradora Bella. Breederowner Frances J. StollSun Rays Bandalero D by Sun Rays Sun Lance x Gads Chula Misters Honeybun. Breeder Fern Rodrigues. Owner Elsa Petersen.Yellow Rose Black Eyed Susan B by Sweethearts Wizard Of Ahhs x Yellow Rose Godivas Lil Girl. Breeder Annette Lynn Heise Peggy Auten. Owner Clarice M. Oganeku Yvette H. Oganeku.May IssueBig Cs Classic Trendsetter B by Kneislers Trendsetter x Big Cs Caramel Tootsie Roll. Breederowner Elizabeth DeuelChrisdens Ozark Tradition D by CH Rock N Tradition Of Oakridge x CH Valcopy-Wakhan Scarlet Letter. Breederowner Dennis J. Litonjua Mario J. Litonjua.Fame Mr. Personality D by CH Fame Showtime x Bos Charms A-Plenty. Breeder Brenda Segelken. Owner Marcia Cox Bruce Cox.Fan-Cs Chip Of Tradition D by CH Rock N Tradition Of Oakridge x Star Havens Terrific Sparkle. Breeder Florence Scott. Owner Ronda Wood.Forever Flirtacious Firefly B by CH Jan-Shars Bearcat x Forever Lady Stetson. Breederowner Marge Kranzfelder.Gayels Candy Man D by Bev-Nors State Of Affairs x Gayels Miss Muffet. Breederowner Gale A. RiversHeartlands Buried Treasure B by CH Heartlands Top Notch Tradition x Heartlands Misty Heather. Breeder Dianne Kieffer. Owner Beth Shattuck.Itoba Ivory Tower B by Itoba Great Pumpkin x Itoba Coulda Woulda Shoulda. Breeder Joyce B. Winkels. Owner Joyce B. Winkles Jean R. Baker.Jan-Shars High Roller D by CH Jan-Shars Absolutly A Master Piece x Jan-Shars Ashley. Breederowner Sharon HansonKilpatricks Mighty Archer D by Kilpatricks Wee Rebel Rouser x Hallmarks Rockin Savanna. Breeder Lorraine Kilpatrick Geanene Hall. Owner Rhonda ArcherKindreds The Big Chill D by CH Pompuf Fire Disco Carlin x Ch Pom Veres Mighty Midge. Breeder Roxanne Chumbley. Owner Heike vVehrie.Love Joys Rosas Princess B by Sir Baron Bright Knight x Starfires Rosas Nite Live. Breederowner Arlene Steinmetz.Silver Meadow Jus So Preshus B by CH Silver Meadows Jus A Lil eddy x Ch Silver Meandows My-T Preshus. Breederowner Jacquelyn tV. KleinStolannes LightNing Flashes D by CH Stolannes Stormy Sequel x Jompuf White Lily. Breederowner Frances J. Stoll Evelyn C. '-lewyear.Sweet Charlotte Of Lenette B by CH Great Elms Mr. Chips x Priscilla f Lenette. Breederowner K. G. Griffith.Hshas Dancin SMore D by Watts Little Bullit x CH Tishas ammin SMore. Breederowner Fred Pat Dieball.alcopy Wakhan Batman D by CH Valcopy Wakhan Valentino x CH alcopy-Wakhan To Die For. Breeder Dana Plonkey Randy Gemmill. Jwner Janell R. Reich Dana Plonkey Randy Gemmillley0'on^a^vd'Janine G. Pannell FoxfirePagB 3331 u memory of...rv Ij. fiyaaeys Kma W\zZAJtt memnnj nf Elf. dijsseijs SCenn lUtzfrom the Northern California Pomeranian ClubA dilute toMulti BIS, BISS Ch. Odysseys Keno Wiz HOF, GC, ROM APCs 1 Pom for 1991October 31, 1987 to April 24, 1998There are plenty of statistics about this special little fellow including his 100th BOB won at the posh Beverly Hills Kennel Club. His joi de vie was never dulled by bringing home those 30 Group Fs.His last two of 9 total BISS were received in 1996.But there is so much more than statistics to remember about Keno. He irrived in Janets first litter. NCPC nembers got to meet him in a meeting ield in Tracy Park. The image is ndelible to veteran and novice members dike. They unanimously felt their eyes vere seeing something very, very special. At this tender age, he didn't ook as you might expect. But that sharismatic personality already was saptivating. He was truly Janets Best Bud, riding everywhere with her in her Corvette convertible.By the time Michelle Billings equeathed his first of three BISs at Jolden Gate Kennel Club, Kenos harm and command of the ring .ttracted a fan club representing anciers of every breed.He used that same proud stmt as ring earer when Janet wed Jim. What a elight to observe that special bond Keno and Janet shared. Whether on the Iroup photo set-up or kickin back at home, his aura just sparkled and glowed.His legacy will continue through his offspring13 champions presently. As rod takes Keno from us, his last daughter will enter the show ring world.He brought joy to so many and left this old world a better place.VVgSwv v.^JSv.v]. pV'. .wMICRO CHIPS FOR DOGSby Jill WarrenLike tattoos and collars with tags, microchips are a way of identifying dogs so they can be recovered if they are lost or stolen or if the owner dies. Microchips are the most permanent and most unalterable of the three identification methods and offer the greatest assurance of unique and positive identification.Microchip identification technology has been in use for a little more than a decade as a way of making unalterable, permanent, unique, positive identification of livestock, laboratory animals, wildlife, and domestic pets. It also has commercial applications, such as helping track packages during shipping or verifying inventory. It is now a proven technology whose applications may extend even further as the chip becomes smaller, less expensive and can be scanned from farther away than the 4 inches currently required.The idea for microchip identification of animals was conceived in the early 1970s by Hannis L. Stoddard II, DVM. Stoddard specialized in exotic birds, and he needed to uniquely identify his subjects. He ruled out tattoos because they dont work well with birds, and he had to have something permanent since birds have very long life spans. Stoddard conducted a patent search to identify potential technologies that would suit his needs and uncovered microchip technology. He asked engineer Mike Beigel to do the technical research and development for him to try to make the chip work for birds.Their first microchip identifiera chip 3 inches long and 1 V inches in diameter, was surgically implanted under the skin of a horse in 1979. That horse, incidentally, is still alive and is experiencing no trouble with its microchip implant.Stoddard and Beigel continueddeveloping the chip for use in animals until it was shrunk to a size suitable for injection with a syringe they also reduced the size of the scanner until it was highly portable and could be hand held. Stoddard made his own wish come true by developing a microchip suitable for birds. That chip evolved into the chip used today for nearly all animals.Today. microchip identification technology works like this a computer chip is attached t a coil that functions like an antenna, and the whole thing is encapsulated in the type of glass used in prosthetic devices for humans. The chip itself is passive it has no battery, no power supply, no moving parts, nothing to wear out or replaceand it has an indefinite life span.The reader, or scanner, which operates on batteries for field use or on standard AC power, emits a low-frequency 125 kilohertz radio wave that is picked up by the microscopic antenna on the chip. Radio waves pass through anythingincluding muscle, skin, and boneexcept metal, and they function without a line of sight. The signal from the scanner bounces off the chips antenna and is picked up by the scanner again. It is then interpreted by the reader as a numbei that appers on a liquid crystal display LCD.Coding the ChipInformation encoded on the chips can be up to 16 characters long and any combination of symbols, numbers, anc letters, yielding trillions of unique individual codes.Manufacturers and the veterinary profession recommended chips be implanted by a veterinarian or othcned professional so they are positioned rectly in a manner that does not ourage migration. The injection takes y a minute or two in the vets office. If chip needs to be removed for any on, it can be taken out using a local the tic.ost chips are not much larger than a n of rice. The volume is about tenth of a cubicimeterapproximately one-tenth of volume of the average combination ine dose.though the needle used to inject a ochip is fairly large about 14 gauge, lie size is not what causes a dog imfort during an injection rather, it is amount and nature of the substance ted. Because a vaccine by nature is ive and stings, and because youre ng in a larger volume, a vaccination s your dog more discomfort than ting a microchip, Stoddard says. chip is injected between the der blades because there is soft tissue and because that location on the is easy to access with the scanner, ause they are encased in a gically inert material that has been n in human medicine and surgery, chips do not harm the host organism, re they perceived as a foreign body e host. Of the millions or so dogs ats that have been injected with the o far, I have not heard one report of -injection abscess or inflammation, Stoddard. There have been a few s of chip migration. If it occurs, .ion is usually the result of improper itation, and it happens within four to days of injection.ough they are inexpensive and safe lse, microchips have some antages that have delayed their iread adoption by the dog fancy, lisadvantage is that they are not , so unless one has access to a r, it is impossible to know whether a carries a microchip. Another mtage is the lack of standardizationamong the different types of chips currently being marketed.Perhaps the major disadvantage is the cost of the scanner, which can be several hundred dollars, depending on the source. If pure-bred dog owners and breeders can choose microchips for positive identification of their dogs, the AKC would require them to have a scanner on the premises.This past fall, the AKC, the American Veterinary Medical Association AVMA, the American Animal Hospital Association A AH A, the American Humane Association AHA, and the National Animal Control Association NACA began discussing the possibility of defining exactly what features the ideal microchip and scanner would have. Their continuing mission is to agree on a set of specifications, then encourage the chip manufacturers to develop a standard chip and scanner that everyone can read, use, and afford.If we do this right, we could ask manufacturers for the ideal and get it, says Wayne Cavanaugh, the AKCs vice president of communications. Every chip would be totally reliable and would have a unique number that would never ever be repeated in another animal. The chips would virtually never cause an adverse reaction in host animals.In time, the cost of the scanner could come down to the neighborhood of 10 to 25, continues Cavanaugh. The size of the chip cold be as small as the head of a pin, and the scanner could be made as small and portable as a flashlight.According to the AKCs Vice President of Planning, John Mandeville, From the AKCs point of view, this technology could prove valuable in maintaining the integrity of our Stud Books and our records. If we are to reap the full benefits of employing this technology, it must be embraced widely by dog owners, breeders, and veterinarians.Moving AheadSome of the other issues that must berLenette PomeraniaBreeders of fine Poms since 1957 tCh. Great Elms Mr. Chips x Priscilla of LenetteCh. Yolandas N Golden Aires C Macks Ish KabibbleWe have 7 new litters of puppies consisting of 17 puppies frifollowing studsCh. Great Elms Mr. Chips....Ch. Macks Me No Sissy....Ch. Yolandas N Aires Duke....Ch. Absolutes Harleys Son David....Ch. Millamors DaiSourwoodWe have 5 litters due from the following studsCh. Great Elms Mr. Chips....Ch. Macks Me No Sissy....Ch. Great E Topper....Ch. Great Elms Little CrickettPuppies for breeding priced from 400. Puppies for show priced from 600. Sati always guaranteed at Lenette. Write, phone, or fax for our latest price list.K.G. Griffith 1440 Pom Orchid Lane Kannapolis, NC 28081 704 938-2042 FAX 704 938-7578VVTSEX s 1 syKERNOUNnCLUBNELCHPHOTOSCH. FOREVER FLIRTACIOUS FIREFLY privileged to have known the very special Keno. His legend will be fondly 1 through his grandson, Forever Legend Has It.YOURS, Marge Kranzfelder 408 623-0265 408 623-2612 Faxworked out if a standardized chip is to become a reality include how to incorporate dogs with chips already implanted and how to accommodate the needs of mixed breed dog owners. The issues are challenging, but not insurmountable, says Cavanaugh.The potential benefits of using microchip identifications far outweigh the disadvantages, which can be overcome with widespread use. The advantage for all dog owners is the ability to scan a chip and then link that dogs identifier to information about it in several databases. One database cold keep stud book information, another show records, another health information, another genetic profiles of the dogs breed, and another nutrition data that spans the dogs life.Although the potential uses of microchip identification technology are vast and seemingly limited only by the imagination, they are not a panacea. The technology cannot compensate for common sense and normal precautions. Owners will still need to keep files on individual dogs, which can be matched to their microchip numbers, and they will probably always need to use leads and fences to keep dogs from getting lost or becoming public nuisances.Microchip identification can help the dog fancy take advantage of the revolutionary strides being made in information management. Microchip implants can be a tremendous aid for breeders and owners in terms of health, management, and record keeping. They can also aid the entire fancy in organizing and accessing the tremendous amounts of data available on genetic, nutritional and performance records of the species Cams familiarisour beloved dogs.VISAMASTERCHARGEAround the Waterbowlby Linda BrogoittiDateline...Whiskey Gulch, Alaska..This is the farthest Ive ever travel without dog shows at the end of the tra Before telling you about our fii destination, ya gotta hear thisDriving over the backroads of Utah ice, sleet and snow....my fault causi wanted to leave on time despite weat reports we came upon a most unus sight...painted cattle guards For th who are going huh a cattle guard used to keep cows from going thro' certain areas. Used in place of gates roads that you would have to open close, these are like gates lying down c open ditches and look like many small tracks side by side. Cows and ho wont try to walk over them.When I saw these painted guard couldnt wait to find someone to inqui they really worked. He said, Yep, just look and turn back.Id never heard of a geogn difference in intelligence of cows, but Im a believer No self-respecting Ari bovine would fall for a cheap trick that Hed look at the white paint ovc blacktop road, paint a picture of hi walking right over it and go on aboi business on the other side where the is greener.Youve all seen Paul Newman ir Hustler...well, I met The Master H somewhere in British Columbia. I late afternoon and we had pulled very lovely rest area with houses c side and a 5-foot wood fence sep the two. We had walked the dogs an over to use the pay phone when I s him. A very large, very over- Lab-mix was sitting by the water fc looking very sad, scared and abandcHa What an actor I watche work two truckers and a family like the pro he was...As they exite vehicles, hes approach slowly w down, head down, and a light limand for their pats and as they walked to e restrooms, hed stay in place and hamper. When they returned, hed llow them to their cars and offer a paw. aey would get food from their ice chests d he took it all like he hadnt eaten for veek. As they pulled away, he returned the water fountain to lie down awaiting next markVe watched him perform three times i when no one pulled in for a time, he ided through the empty parking lot ard the houses. This I had to see I lowed him from a distance and he appeared into the brush. I finally found well-trodden trail and followed it to ole in the fence...looking through the s, I saw him going up the back steps to patio of his house He lay down l one ear turned to the rest area ting for his next sucker to pull in.otta tell ya...Ive known a few Labs ay day and not one ever stood out fortheir brains, but my hats off to Paw Newman. I hope to see him on the way back.It takes days to drive through British Columbia and Yukon Territory and the whole time youre reading signs to look out for deer, cariboo, and moose. Well, I sat for days, camera in hand, to spot a moose. I saw deer, cariboo, fox, and even a black bear pooping in the woods but no MOOSE. I told Chris, Im writing the Queen this is most deceptiveThen we got lost in Anchorage, AK...going through on a busy freeway, houses, business areas, and suddenly... there it was..A MOOSE Standing by the freeway, munching on the new grass...a perfect photo opportunity. After days of preparing for this moment, here I was...a fistful of maps in one hand and a clutch of wheat in the other. Needless to say....OA-vVTHottJAtJTtm_ MA4CA lS..ahoukk, A -SOUL IN SNftHT-m.M rcwjc mBtmtcZPNX OaoPI XfNATZegittatoCMST'WWWfcBEST OF BREEDVARIETYBARTLESVILLE KENNEL CLUB 1998PHOTO BY PETRULISe7Ze.qLnapOMS tc 7ZumSUTerimars Classic Amor Legend x Ch. Starfires Wonder Woman Breederowner Regina and Robert NunnMajor pointed from the puppy class and group placing puppy Thanks to all the judges for noticing the quality in my boy He' expertly handled by Betsy Owens.Congratulations to Tony and Fabian on their Kennel Visit. Thar for our Wonder Woman.Congratulations to Diane Finch for finishing Reginapoms Patrii Finchs handled by Betsy Owens.Regina and Robert Nunn Rt. 1, Box 2890 Berryville, VA 226-A75 ..BESTA'INNERSOil _iSjp-Ay -nmmt BTZcginapetus C ^ .atw CjatevCh. Reginapoms Luv A Gator x Ben-Chers My Gal SalBreeder Regina Nunn and Carol J. BaldwinNEW CHAMPIONhanks to all the judges who saw the quality in our guy Sal.Shown with judge Richard Thomas.Congratulations to Tony and Fabian on your Kennel Visit.jratulations to Shari Shields of Monarch Poms on her wins with archs Mini Gator who is sired by Ch. Reginapoms Luv A Gator.955-1209 540 955-0236 Fax reginapomsbigfoot.com www.geocities.comHeartlandmeadows2179Page 43S1HEALTH GENETICSby Marge KranzfelderTaking Care of BabyLast months article was concerning dystocia. A natural continuance addresses some suggestions to help manage fragile neonates. We all know the importance of the saying, A cold pup is a dead pup. For the individual that is frail, attention to detail is critical. A larger breed has more body mass and a healthy pup could be bom with more body fat, both of which helps maintain body temperature. To be alive, chemical processes must occur throughout the body. The body expends energy to maintain temperatures. Besides the surface area of the skin, two other sources of heat loss are by breathing and digestion. The body expends one level of energy to maintain stay alive, needs a higher level to overcome the problem, and still greater level to grow. This is the reason that frequent weighing of neonates tells us of which level is their present health. Only healthy puppies generally flourish.One easy solution to keep pups warm is to take a small plastic picnic cooler to your Vets to bring pups home after a C-section. Remember thermos principles work equally on keeping things cool or warm. With some toweling and a tied surgical glove filled with water heated in a microwave, this container will keep those newborns warm without drafts. The handle is convenient as you also have mother in her crate to manage as well. Only those in extreme northern climates need to use the cover loosely on top. This also can work as an incubator for the ill pup or to hold pups while mothers are in the final labor stage of having another pup.If you ever discover a pup cool to the touch, warm it up The very process ofbreathing oxygen exchange cant occ otherwise.On the subject of breathing, several ve have been impressed by my using a hum body nasal aspirator. They are available pharmacies. It helps clear the flu puppies aspirate during a breech, diffici or prolonged birth. Vets tend discourage slinging puppies which u centrifugal force to clear air passagewa They dont like the possibility of adc pressure to the delicate brain tissue, not mention the fear of accidentally dropi or banged pups during this process. I 1 the baby nasal aspirator because it just over one Pom nostril at a time. It enough suction to work, but does not fc a vacuum capable of collapsing a h Collapsing a lung is possible easily in small breed if you use your own mout' suck it clear. Oh, dont say yuckit been known to happen.The nasal aspirator was designed tc inside a human nose. I place it over nostril at a time. A larger breed could it as designed. You will be amazed a1 quantity of fluid you can retrieve, puppy visually before has been gaspir breathing arhythmically. Once the has been cleared, their rapid appearam normalcy is remarkable, including mi tone.It seems that frequently after C-sect bitches arent interested in nursin caring for their pups for 24 h probably due to pain. I have notice more apparent in the bitches that hav been mothers before. Therefore, you be responsible for keeping these warm, fed, and assisted with elimin Although there are various home- formulae to supplement pups, I, with many others, have been successful with Just Born, in liquid It can be safely stored on your si until opened for emergencies of ne or debilitated animals. Make sure yo the amount needed to body temperat an animals body must heat if yo- actually cause an energy deficit, animal is very weak or ill, at first ncentration by half with water, dration is more beneficial at first. Then thin 24 hours as the animal is iproving you need to return to full ncentration. The small-sized pup needs concentrated energy to flourish. But s process is the blend of art and science, iur observation of hydration, stomach es, and elimination must guide you. f you have an apparently lifeless pup ht after birth, besides using a thoscope, have you felt for a pulse ler a front armpit After rubbing for nulation, and clearing air passages of d, further observing for attempt of athing Dopram, a stimulant, mustered Have you considered For a neonate, I place my thumb second finger under each front armpit iides of rib cage, pup is on its side, and press lightly, in pump-like action to count of five, wait seconds, repeat, heck with the aspirator. Repeat as led. I dont do mouth to mouth tuse too much volume of air could t small sized lungs. The aspirator bulb be put into the back of the pups it and compressed. The volume of the 1 attached vinyl bulb seems to be t right.w that you have a warm, breathing y, notice that within several days a may seem uncomfortable with a ed abdomen. You might wonder . toxic milk or plain colic. Toxic milk e caused by a low-grade infection in other that is benign to her but can be to pups. In other words bacteria is d through the mothers milk and is t enough for a whole other article, ven colic can be fatal in the small ail. Gas trapped in the intestines can toxins normally contained there to into the blood stream resulting in mtia. Liquid pediatric Mylicon 14 can relieve this.problem is often compounded by rd a stool. If you suspect this to be a m, remember that Nutro-Cal is a I stool softener which might be able . Or try pediatric Cotace 14 - Vi ccsuggested. Both Mylicon and Colace are available in pharmacies.I just wanted to pass along these suggestions because we all would like to have more possible ways to tiy to save the pups in distress. May all your pups not need any of this assistanceEvaluation of a BreederThoughts from Marcia Bums The Genetics of the DogIf you access the merits of individual dogs giving a number to represent a range of bad to excellent, plot these scores on a graph. The results of a breed would be a normal curve. The am of a breeder should be to produce a strain whose merit-curve lies above the breed as a whole. And, if success in competition is the aim, the curve can not consider the breed as a whole, but just those animals of other competitors. A breeder should judge his success by the range of merit in all his puppies rather than the production a few brilliant individuals. The importance of the worst puppy of each generation becomes apparent. If the worst puppy produced in the fourth generation of your strain are just as bad and just as numerous as your first generation, you have made no real progress, even though you have bred champions. The reputation of a breeder is often established falsely by producing one brilliant puppy. The serious breeder will reap benefits if his strain produces consistently high merits of his average stock.Thoughts from Malcolm B. Willis Genetics of the DogTo many, success is the production of champion stock. Those that have been able to chum out a few champions in their chosen breeds consequently consider themselves successful. Occasionally, they cany this to the point of constantly telling everyone about their success to attribute it entirely to their own skill.Success is not simply about producing WINNERSSPECIALTYabsolute'sMulti-IntlBIS Ch. Absolutes Woody Win x Ch. Absolutes Biker BabeMeet Ryan, one of our newest rising stars. He is pictured winnin Winners Dog at the MICHIGAN specialty show under Judge Mrs. Rempel. He also won the previous day under JudgeFred Bassett Thank you judges for a wonderful weekendRyan is available to a showbreeding home. Serious inquiries c Ryan and our exciting litters Absolute congratulates two of oion their well-deserved90 MlP Buce-mailmJeanne Robert Blank 616 owe'MwAetnect'CtMcl'iiC' fiJeae^uwMtthe'rrMinty'Uinel' widiy teceitwt in file ^UktUelotne. canol eavtey lu J'O-' 3feMi dwiM cUuwiuA' foswimtie lft ewatyi66ue^tfie ^otnetaniati ^Review atulfta^ticuaiy tvnentnyr TfumkuucufoinIwinners, but rather about producing a generally high standard of stock. Dogs that will not only win in the show-ring but are also well-adjusted animals fitting into the family life, and able to fulfill their original breed function or purpose. This does not mean they are necessarily trained but have the capability to be trained. Given sufficient time, money, and facilities any one with only moderate ability can chum out show-ring winners. A breeder is successful if the general standard of his stock is high in both beauty and brains, and has achieved what he wanted to achieve. This requires more than just financial backing, it also requires a fair measure of luck and a good deal of sound knowledge of his specific breed.Ch Avalon-N-Morenos JasmineBlack and Tan FemaleBreeder Julie Moreno and Annette DavisOwner Julie Moreno and Annette DavisSweethearts Wee Cinna-Bear Ch Sweetheart's Forever Bravo Sweetheart's Gold Dutchess Ch Morenos Perri WinkleCh Sharel's Southern B and B Ch Moreno's ButtercupMorenos Blossom Elegance G.W.Ch Model's Timstopper's Echo Ch Beaver of Lenette ROM Tinker Bell of Lenette Sherrys Rose Tiana of Lenette Ch Great Elms Sweet Prince Great Elms Rose of TianaSherry's Butn of Bears PualaniCh Stolanne My Dads ThorOrange Male Breeder Frances J. Stoll Owner Frances J. StollCh Millamor's Moon Rock Ch Dixieland Rock of Millamor Dixieland's Veronica Ch Stolanne Thunderbolt Thor ROM Ch 0 My Patty's Touch O Pepper 0 My Starmist Minuette Joda's Starkist Patri-Ark Ch Stolanne Thunderbolt Thor ROM Ch Stolannes Stormy Sequel Nighttime Nicole Delite Stolannes SunriseCh 0 My Patty's Touch 0 Pepper O My Starmist Minuette Joda's Starkist of Patri-ArkCh Stolannes Promises To KeepOrange Female Breeder Frances J. Stoll Owner Frances J. StollCh Millamor's Moon Rock Ch Dixieland Rock of Millamor Dixielands Veronica Ch Stolanne Thunderbolt Thor ROM Ch O My Patty's Touch O Pepper O My Starmist MinuetteJodas Sstarkist of Patri-Ark Ch Millamor's Im A Windjammer Ch Dias Sand Piper Bear Dia's Plum Princess Dias Ballerina BearDia's Pied Piper Bear Ch Dias Apricot Brandy Bear Dia's Brandy BearCONGRATULATIONS TO TONY AND FABIAN ON THEIR KENNEL VISITIRemember Whenby Dorothy BonnerThe Brownsville Kennel Club, at the extreme southern part of Texas, has long since disbanded having been at that time too far from every where. However, we used to attend their shows as Texas shows were few and far between. The family farm near Corpus Christi was about half way and an overnight visit there with my mother enabled us to enjoy her excellent home cooking. This time we departed from the farm early in the morning, gifted with a delicious lemon pie complete with a mountain of meringue, layed carefully in the vacant back seat. The several Poms, unkenneled, sat in the front with my husband and me. They slept soundly beside us and on us until there was a stop for fuel at a roadside filling station. As the attendants washed the windshield and did what attendants used to do, the Poms became excited, imagining themselves on guard duty. With the stress of the moment. Sunshine, who had never been able to jump anywhere before, gained the back of the front seat as the attendant filled the tank and with a quick leap in his direction, landed directly in the middle of our pie. Surprised, she just sat there until we pulled her out at arms length, sweetly dripping, and put her under the hose.Our lovely Sunny Cherub, on her way to her championship, was also with us. Cherub was one of the house pets and had been encouraged to walk on her hind legs, a talent of which she seemed enormously proud - a real attention getter. There was a long hallway to the show room and having an excess to carry-Cherub stood on her hind legs as she was lowered to the floor. Upright, she followed us proudly as would a small child, turning her head to the right and to theleft while laughing happily. A group passed us and stopped to admire, one one one man saying, Now Ive seen everything.Weeks later, with the San Antonio, show coming up, Chemb needed a major to finish and there were seldom enough Poms to make a major in those days even though four would qualify. So I conscripted all of my Pom-owner friends, promising them free training, grooming and trophies. Too late for the trophies to be shown on the Premium List, it was agreed that I could hand them outside of the ring, one bought for everybody. Also, most of the Poms were entered in different classes, so that each could sport a blue ribbon. No strangers were expected. Most local Poms were closely related to the Aristic strain, all fairly good conformation-wise. Among them was a nice little black, discounted by everybody, as blacks seldom won. As each Pom received her class ribbon and started out of the ring, the owner was hailed with, Hey, you forgot your trophy, and all were satisfied and proud. Winners Bitch came down to Chemb and the black girl. The judge deliberated carefully, finally declaring, These are two beautiful little Poms, but because one seldom sees a good black, I will give her the decision. The owner never realized what she had won, and never showed again. Later, Chemb was taken on a long drive to New Orleans, accompanied by several friends with their Poms, who were promised a free trip. Thus, she finished her championship. Chemb was our pride and joy, the dam of the two little original Showstoppers.rvPagB 49OFFERS FOR YOUR CONSIDERATIONe UL,BEST OF OPPOSITENEW CHAMPIONSPECIALTY ARBOR KENNELCh. Tisha's Sing-A-SongSong did us very proud by finishing at the Michigan Pom Specialty in April of 1997. Her daughter, Tishas Song N Dance Gal was WB and BOS at the 1998 April Pom Specialty to follow in her Moms footsteps.Song is a lovely, sound, and typy bitch and is being offered for sale. Pedigree in Behind New TitlistsTisfya- Since 1977Lka nd Pomssc APAT FRED DIEBALL2304 KOPER DRIVE STERLING HEIGHTS. MICHIGAN 48310 810979-6749Pane 504atAvaIom MorenosProudly announce our newest Champion...Ch. Avalon-N-Moreno's JasminefAm. Can. Ch. Moreno's Perri Winkle x Sherry's Rose Tiana of Lenette "Miss Jazz" finished quickly with back to back majors from puppy class. Thanks to her handler Jackie Rayner all of the judges who loved herTo Tony Fabian of Starfire, our sincere congratulations for consistently producing Poms of style, type and beauty IVe wish you continued success for the future. 'ylfi-uav i '^maAui 'nlittt-.C 'Jnao-.'jtmno iMorenos Pomeraniansbreeders of fine Poms for over 30 years.Mrs. Julie Moreno 650-583-4973 FAX 650-583-6305 Calls 1000 A.M. - 800 P.M. Please.Avalon PomeraniansAnnette Eric Davis 208-234-0932 FAX 208-234-0792 e-mail davisstellarcom.com web site www.stellarcom.comdavisA partnership for excellence in quality, type temperament.Our studs Am Can Ch. Morenos Perri Winkle Ch. Avalons Valentino Starfire.Page 51Dallas-Fort Worth Pomeranian Club NewsNew Officers and Board as of May, 1998.President...Cindy Boulware6450 Rolling Heights CircleKaufman, TX 75142Membership ChairJerrie FreiaMembership Report as of 050898 1072A Landry Road Morgan City, LA 70380 504 384-7466Vice-President...Lynn HeiseTreasurer...Barbara WollmanCorresponding Secretary...Diane Stephens 206 Heather Drive Garland. Texas 75042 972 276-5580ApplicationsNoble Inglett CA SponsorsCandy Lee Freeman Dudley RoachJudy Leadbeater HISponsorsEllen Takayama Josephine ChingRecording Secretary...Judy GatesBoard of Directors...Mildred Patrick Steve CookstonRescue Chairperson...Cindy BoulwareEducation Chairperson...Steve Cookston 6509 Briarknoll Garland, Texas 75043 972 226-2644WM. Deane Rinehart OKSponsorsNancy Coke Wharton Linda GustafsonDont forget, the Ohio Valley Pom Club is sponsoring the SummerAmerican Pomeranian Club Specialty on August 21 in Akron, OH.The REVIEW is sent to all judges who want to receive it.Wix. \-rBESTINSPECIALTY V 7f ABBOB 1T ii A V AKUUM. M KENNEL riP' CLUB sA. W April XlVlc,WiSBEST OF BREEDCh. Crystal Woodland Pin Oak E-0POMERANIAN CLUB OF MICHIGAN SPECIALTY SHOWSun Shines Through the Rain DropsIt was Sunday, April 26th, 1998, and it was raining.So what did you expect Its spring, and this is Michigan And this was the Pom Club of Michigan Specialty at the Monroe County Fairgrounds.While our work crews were wringing their hands and looking skyward, they magically went ahead with the preparations for the day ahead. In getting the trophies ready for presentation, the hospitality area, and the parking we allworked together in an upbeat fashion despite the rain and the cold.Soon, it was show time, and the puppies made their way to the ring. Mr. Jeff Bazell, our Sweeps judge, was presented with some very lovely puppies. For Best in Sweeps, he put up JAN-SHARS ABSOLUTELY MAGICAL owned by Jeanne and Robert Blank. For Best of Opposite Sex, he put up a pretty little pup named HEARTLANDS BOSA-NOVA DANCER owned by Pat and Fred Dieball.With the Sweeps completed it was time for the Regular Classes with Sue Ellen Rempel judging. Withe the outstanding dogs presented to her that day, I didntPage 53Bis cb. tuooDRose prc-Req cocor W^304VGROUP PLACEMENT- MAUI SHOW______ - inMrs. Jean Fancy, Group I and Best in Show Mr. Glenn Fancy, Group I Mrs. James Edward Clark. Group I Mr. Merlin Vanderkinder, Group II Mrs. Lois Wolff White, Group IIIMahalo, Mrs. Lois Wolff White, for this nice win Mahalo to all the judges who appreciated a quality PomWhere Quality CountsCongratulations to Tony Cabrera and Fabian Arienti of the Starfire Poms on their Kennel Visit miii' m m mill' WOODROSE Yvette and Clarice Oganeku 45-232 Lilipuna Road Kaneohe, HI 96744 808 235-8142 808 247-4967 FaxCH. JOARTS SUPER HARLEE DAVISONffHARLEE ffKI2l VantelopeS VM.IEY 15 KENNEL CLUB fBERGMANTHE BEST 8 DAYSTHANKS TO HARLEE'S SUPER HANDLER'S "BRUCE AND GRETCHEN SCHULTZ". IN THEIR MOST CAPABLE HANDS, HARLEE WAS WINNERS DOG AT THE CITY OF ANGELS POM SPECIALTY, FOR A 5 POINT MAJOR, AND TWICE WON BOB OVER SPECIALS, BOTH WERE 4 POINT MAJORS, WHILE STILL IN THE PUPPY CLASS.THANK YOU TO THE JUDGES THAT CONTRIBUTED. JUDGE SHARONNEWCOMB. JUDGE FRANK NISHIMURA. JUDGE EUGENE BLAKE.XaJe iA 6^a Snja^ ULoe eaton 71 4 281 1 799 3a 71 4 281 0883Pags 55envy her her job, but Mrs. Rempel was able to use her experienced eye and chose the cream of the crop, so to speak. For Winners Dog she chose ABSOLUTES ALL RILED UP owned by Jeanne and Robert Blank and Reserve went to Fred and Pat Dieballs WATTS LITTLE BULLIT. For Winners Bitch, she chose TISHAS SONG N DANCE GAL owned by Fred and Pat Dieball. Reserve went to JAN-SHARS ABSOLUTELYMAGICAL. Best of Breed went to a very lovely, typy dog named CH. CRYSTAL WOODLAND PIN OAK-E-O owned by Judy Shearer and Best of Opposite Sex went to TISHAS SONG N DANCEGIRL owned by Fred and Pat Dieball. For a real finish to our specialty, CH. CRYSTAL WOODLAND PIN OAK-E-O finished the day by going 4 in Group. Way to go, NokiAfter all the trophies were presented and pictures taken, all were invited to hospitality for good food and talk. We all visited and enjoyed what was left of the day. With the good company and fun stories we shared, no one seemed to notice the weather. Before we knew it, the sun came out and warmed the air. So, all in all, we again enjoyed another spring specialty. See you in the fall.i t.tWINNERS DOG ABSOLUTES ALL RILED UPCONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERSThe American Pomeranian Club offers for sale a Grooming VHS tape from the APC Seminar presented by Chris Heartz.It is best viewed with the booklet which accompanied the Seminar.20.00 for the tape 10.00 for the Booklet 25.00 for both.We also have T-shirts left from theAPC Specialty. They are designed with a Leprachaun searching for the Pot of Poms. Kelly Green.M-L...12.00 XL-2X...14.00Plus 2.00 postage.Make checks payable to APC and send order to Tim Goddard 797 Frank Road Opelousas, LA 70570PagB 57Sfolanne Presenk.JvJCCh. Stolannes Promises To KeepCh. Stolanne Thunderbolt Thor x Dias Ballerina BearPromise finished her championship with an impressive 5-point major from the Bred-by-Exhibitor class under Judge Joan Gordon Alexander. Moved up as a special the next week-end, she won Best of Breed and went on to a Group IV under Judge Charles P. Herendeen who appreciated her correct movement.Congratulations to Tony and Fabian of Starfire Pomeranians on your Kennel Visit. Your dedication and hard work has resulted in outcomes to make you proudPage 58ore Champions for Thor.mmmmm' 1F BESTOFWINNERSNEW CHAMPIONSTARVED ROCK KENNELf.-.fif vjOChilliV .SH9NHHCh. Stolannes Promises To KeepCh. Stolanne Thunderbolt Thorx Dias Ballerina BearPromise finished her championship with an impressive 5-point major from the Bred-by-Exhibitor class under Judge Joan Gordon Alexander. Moved up as a special the next week-end, she won Best of Breed and went on to a Group IV under Judge Charles P. Herendeen who appreciated her correct movement.Congratulations to Tony and Fabian of Starfire Pomeranians on your Kennel Visit. Your dedication and hard work has resulted in outcomes to make you proudPage 59Wtarfiw s -'omctaniartt4T Vr^ V ... -Cj4MBEST OF-FC AL 1 icrv f3. MyCh. Starfires Im Too SexyPage GOfar Matfitc j S'omc wniahThe love for animals is a beautiful gift. We are going to share this gift with the Pomeranian Review.Starfires Pomeranians started in 1987. We had two breeds in mindMaltese and Pomeranians. We obtained a Maltese by answering a newspaper ad. She became our first champion, and of course, we got addicted to the show bug not realizing the changes this would make to our lives.The Poms were always in my mind, and the search began. We had a picture in mind of what we wanted in the breed, and we began to develop an eye for a dog very early. We subscribed to all the Pom magazines available at the time. They were very helpful. We were able to seepictures of many of the top winning dogs and could contact their owners and breeders of dogs from lines we were interested in, but there was nothing for sale.Finally, I got in touch with Beverly Norris, bought a few dogs from her, and quickly finished their championships ownerhandled. However, we realized it was not exactly the look we wanted. When we started using the Great Elms studs, we began to see our ideal emerge in the breed. We had the triangle look but we didnt have the coats or heads. With the new introduction, we were happier.Their heads were better, and there were much better double coats. If we had tow.. "BEST OF BREEDCh. Starfires SupermanPage 61s Rosas '^PiUcessRosie received her championship at 7 months of age. Her first time out as a special, she got a group placement.t - V' VARIETY GROUP PLACEMENTheartlandDOG CLUBWjJudge Arlene CzechTo my best friends, Tony Cabrera and Fabian Arienti, thank you for all your help and for letting me have Rosies mother.I love you bothLoveJoys Pomeranians Arlene Steinmetz 12213 Big Bend Roac Riverview, FL 33569 813 671-8409Page 62ABATESL-9TO TONY AMD FABMM3 oop Mi gjl m to ptfeBS woo m oWEOf IP[iS 0 TTgicgOKmsip Wlk 0 KmsiflDs DwD^poiii]^siDciJuQF SI aWINNERSAMERICAN IOMERANIAN A' i- A CLUB a 3 V'Ch. Starfires Aunt Jemimacreate a recipe for excellent Poms, we would have to say that the most important ingredient is to work with well-bred dogs from an excellent background. We do believe in out-cross breeding to strengthen the breed, but you must use dogs of excellent quality regardless of whether you are outcrossing or line-breeding.Our preferred size in the breed is about 4 2 to 5 pounds, and of course, that perfect triangle look that the Starfire Poms are known for. We are constantly striving for it. For us to keep a dog, especially a male, his physique must be beautiful, and again, we emphasize the triangle look which consists of a very high tail set, with a very athletic structure that lets a champion rise above the others. These details described previously let Starfire Poms compete with the elite of the Pomeranian breed. Of course, our dogs are always ownerhandled. This fact tells-Ch. Starfires Superman t\-yVARIETY GROUP PLACEMENTOKALOOSAkennel club SPRING 1993 o1"S0SCh. Starfires Totally TemptingPage 65T-Ville Pomeranians Presents.lan-Shar's Be All You Can BePictured with Judge Ed Jenner. This puppy has eight points two 4-point majors at 8 months of age.Not bad for a black and tan puppy. Thanks SharonCongratulations to Tony and Fabian on your Kennel Visit.CO-OWNER BREEDER Sharon Hanson Jan-SharOWNER HANDLER Tish Cannon 12540 Indian River Drive Apple Valley, CA 92308 760 240-4884Page 6GAmCan Ch. Crystal Woodland Pin-Oak E-0oki is pictured here going Group 4 under respected breeder-judge tlr. Fred Bassett, following a Best of Breed win at the Pom Club of higan Specialty.Thank you, Mr. Bassett and thank you handler MaryRidenourCongratulations to Tony and Fabian on your Kennel Visit.BREEDER OWNER Judy Shearer Baltic, Ohio ADMIRER Louise Crowe 25601 Haskell Taylor, Ml 48180Page 67AI Ch. Starfires Herculesyou, the Pomeranian fancier, that dreams do come true, but you must never stop learning. If we ever do, thats the end. Watch quietly, listen more, and talk less. It is absolutely critical that you be professional in and out of the ring.When your dogs are groomed to perfection, handled to perfection, and you present yourself professionally, winning will follow. I am constantly watching other handlers, both professional and amateur, at dog shows. There are many great breeder-handlers who can teach a great deal. We learn something new at every show.When it comes to selling our dogs, we are very picky about who gets them. We really want our dogs shown and in good homes where they will be cared for properly. I know that some people in the Pom world have concerns about selling Poms to foreign countries, but ourPagexperiences have been very good. We ave sold dogs to Argentina for some me, and a couple of them have become lumber I dogs all breed. We have sold sveral dogs to Chile which have done eautifully and have been Number I dogs Iso. These are the things that have paved re way there. Once you are known for elling top quality dogs, opportunities resent themselves to you. We want to be nown for being very honest and fair with veiyone.Our biggest winners are Ch. StarfireTotally Tempting, Ch. Starfires Im Too Sexy, Ch. Starfires Nicolas El Grande, and Ch. Starfires Superman.We have won the Pomeranian Club of American Best in Show four times making this not a dream but a fantastic reality. Hopefully, it doesnt stop there.We love showing and breeding dogs and thoroughly enjoy every aspect of the sport.Thanks to all our friends for your support and to the Pomeranian Review for this special opportunity. TMaCh. Starfires Nicolas El GrandePage 69CL ^tavfolte. sCh. Starfires Nicolas El Grande x Ch. Starfires Veronica911iBEST OF BREED OR VARIETY m tfitAMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUB MARCH 17 18. 1998 NUGENT PHOTOPage 70^tavfoiHL s VlatiCbaCh. Starfires Nicolas El Grande x Ch. Starfires SophiaTTf7k4 WINNERSAMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUB MARCH 17 18.1998 NUGENT PHOTObest puppy' gorgeous baby is pictured winning at the National Specialty from the puppy class. Thank you, Mr. Norman Patton and Mrs. Frances Stoll for Best Junior Puppy in Sweepstakes.LASH Matilda was Best of Breed over 4 specials under judge Mrs. Dillin Best of Breed over 3 specials and Group II, Mr. Dollar Best posite over a special by Mr. Ralph Lamoke and Best Opposite over a special awarded by Mr. William Cunningham.arfires Poms Tony Cabrera and Fabian Arienti 305 257-2818Page 71Patellar LuxationAmong the concerns facing Pomeranian breeders today is a tendency in the breed toward dislocating kneecaps, sometimes called slipped stifle, but more properly known as luxating patella. Dr. William R. Daly, an orthopedic veterinary surgeon who practices in Houston, Texas, speaks about the mechanism, diagnosis, and treatment of luxating patella, and what breeders can do to prevent U. He is interviewed by Barbara McClatchey.Q. What, precisely, is luxating patellaA. Well, basically, all the muscles on the front of your leg, which we call the quadriceps muscles, connect to the kneecap, the patella. The patella then attaches to the tibia, the lower bone in your leg by the patellar tendon. The patella is supposed to slide up and down in a groove called the trochlea, which is in the end of the femur, the upper leg bone. The best way to think of it is as a rope and pulley. All the muscles attach to the top of the kneecap the kneecap attaches to the tibial tubercle. In order for this to work properly, everything has to be in a straight line. In luxating patella, the knee-cap slips out of its groove where its supposed to be. A luxation is the same thing as a dislocation. In small-breed dogs its almost invariably to the inside, which we call medial patellar luxation.Q. What is the immediate physical cause of this problemA. What happens is that when puppies are young, before they start walking, there isnt any groove, and the kneecap is supported solely by soft tissue structures. The groove is then formed by pressure of the kneecap pushing down on the trochlea. Any time the dog uses the leg, the kneecap pushes down, and it makes that groove deeper and deeper.The main problem occurs when the tibialtubercle, which the knee-cap attaches tc via the patellar tendon, is not lined uj properly with the trochlea. And specifically, its most commonly tipped of to the inside. So theres a tendency for the kneecap to want to drift to the inside. If the tibial tubercle, where the tendon ii attached, is displaced too far to the inside then some of the force that is supposed t be forcing down to form this groove ii directed medially, toward the inside of th knee, so you get a shallow, wide groove that does not tend to trap the kneecap. Sc we frequently see in the worst cases a wide groove that does not hold the knee in place at all. If you have a rope and a pulley anc the rope is pressing to the inside, then it possible that the rope is going to jump ou of the pulley, and thats exactly wha happens in patellar luxation.The other way that it can happen is i there is excessive soft tissue laxity tha would allow the whole tibia to turn too fa to the inside, even though it may be linec up correctly. The result is the same.Q. What are these numbers that people talk about when they talk about stifle problemsA. Theres a grading system that ha historically been used. Grade one is kneecap that can be pushed out of it trochlea when the knee is extended, bu returns to its normal position withou assistance. In grade two the kneecap cai be dislocated when the leg is extended when the knee is flexed, it will re mail luxated, and it will not return to normal b itself. Grade three is one that is normal dislocated, but can be pushed back in Grade four is one that is dislocated anc cannot be put back into proper position All of these are clinical diagnoses sorm immediate judgments of serious problem can also be made from watching the do walk.Q. Can the weakness be present even though the knee is not actually dislocatingPage 72A. The anatomic deformity can be resent.Q. So how and when can luxating patella be diagnosedA. Well, you can diagnose it as soon as he kneecap starts to dislocate, which can e as early as six weeks of age. If you are t student of bone anatomy, you get an ippreciation for whether the tibial tubercle s placed properly does it sit down below he trochlea, or does it sit too far to the nside If you look a knee and you see that he kneecap is in the middle of the rochlea and the tibial tubercle is displaced o the inside, then these dogs are going to lave a tendency to have patellar luxation. T the outside joint capsule is strong nough to support the kneecap so that it ioesnt dislocate, it may never dislocate. 3ut, nevertheless, therell always be a endency for the thing to want to go that .vay, and what happens a lot of times is hat those structures get loosened up and he joint actually tears, which allows it to lislocate. The joint capsule will heal igain, but it heals in a lengthened position so it keeps on dislocating and pops in andDUt.Q. How old would a dog have to be in order to be able to say, this dog is not going to have any problemsA. I can look at a dog thats 8 weeks old and say, This dog has nice conformation. But Ive seen dogs at 8 weeks old that had great conformation, and Ive seen again a 8 months old, and theyve developed to have abnormal conformation.Its just very similar to what they do with hip dysplasia. It used to be that OFAs were taken at a year of age, and they proved it theyve found out that they were only 85 accurate, so we raised it to two years of age, and were only 93 accurate at two years of age, so as time goes on we get more certain.To diagnose luxating patella, I think you could take a dog that was six months of age, and youd probably be well into the mid 90 percents, and I could say, hey, this dogs got real sound conformation-nothing wrong with his knees.Q. How do I Identify these dogsthen Do I have to go to an orthopedic surgeon to get them analyzed, or can my vet do ItA. Well, that puts me in a tough spot to answer that. Some Veterinarians do great jobs, yes, at examining knees, but some of them just dont know what theyre looking for. Theres something to be said for some own who just looks at thousands of these kinds of things, you know. You get a feel for what a normal knee is supposed to feel like, and after a while you tell instantaneously whether theyve got good conformation or not, and its not anything special, its just paying attention to it, Imowing what good is in a knee. Anyone who has an interest in dogs could do it themselves. You dont have to be a veterinarian you just want to know what normal is.The differences are subtle. Think of it this way when we correct a dog with a patellar luxation, the most important thing we do is to realign the tibial tubercle, put it back where its supposed to be. so dig the patellar tendon and the kneecap line up with each other. Id say the average amount that we move them is 3 millimeters. So were only talking an eighth of an inch here, but its an eighth of an inch that makes a heck of a difference. So you have to be able to feel some knees and say, well, this things an eighth of an inch out of line. Its a subtle change, but its definitely something that we can learn to tell.Incidentally, theres nothing like OFA for this problem. You can radiograph these things, but the best way to do it is a difficult process and doesnt always work. You can get a radiograph of a dog with aPage 73Jin ICmmtg memoryTill we meet again. We love you, dear little girl.TweezieOur Pixie will live in our hearts.Pixies Champagne bubblesNEUJAHR EVELYN NEWYEARToo Exciting Busters first show-- my first Bred-by class.Thank you Judge Frank Nishamura for this special win plus a group top six.Randys Poms 360 825-2103 w.BEST OF WINNERSOLYMPIA DOG FANCIERS ASSOCIATION SPRING 1998ARandys Bronco BusterFinchs Hes A Moonwalker Bob by Ch. Finchs He Walks on Water x Finchs Mystical Redd Lorelei Bo by Ch. 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"His nteutoyy will always be with us.Therese and Jack ReederPaga 75FervXt"'"Vrefwoe^fKJScAfi3^KMIoud''TfeoC^^toreronVorMlM3Iiciivo4\ e^oi^T7^^rbWfto-VfYieAvl^^FvWiL^eCMv\^TArte\\ft^. \_o^Ar^imwoe.Q-p - 'Tfeock^^it- 3yC5^errtilive."TitSAirOfii'Tibi''"To be is-oix^t4.o'e^rvlfV\i 7 Nl'lfiOt'3O I Ift.IV"vUtP 1NXoiext\MTPage 77lCongratulations to Tony and Fabianon their well-deserved Kennel Visit You have come a long way in a short time and have shown it can be done. Ownerhandlerbreeder of 4 National SpecialtiesI know how proud you are of your accomplishments.I wish you continued success in all your future breedings.Veronica Boudreau 14647 Lake Forest Drive Lutz, FL 33549-3299 prismpomaol.coml i in.Pane 78HAVEN POMERANIANBISS, Group Winning Ch. Star Havens Righteous RockRiley is producing beautiful puppies for us. Our puppies are raised in the kitchen and family room for socialization and daily interaction with people. We do not mass produce puppies. Our goal is a few good puppies that will be a member of the family aswell as a show star.Buy your Riley puppies direct from us here at Star Haven to be assured of that special puppy you desire.Janice Young 618 W. Springfield Road St. Clair, MO 63077 314 629-2754 e-mail youngjlusmo.com Page 79luxated patella, and it will look anatomically normal. It may be in a normal position for the 160 of a second that it took to get the picture.Q. How do you repair the kneeA. As I said, tide main thing we do is to move the tibial tubercle to hne up with the patellar tendon and the kneecap. Most of the time the dogs also have a shallow groove, not always though, and if they dont have the shallow groove, we would much rather not touch the groove its something we wouldnt do. But most of the grooves are kind of shallow, and honestly, when we repair them we probably make them deeper than normal, and what that does, it helps them capture the tendon a little bit better and makes up for our inaccuracy on knowing exactly where to put that tibial tubercle.Q. How do you move that You say you move it an eighth of an inch.A. We take an osteotome, which is a fancy name for a chisel, and we cut a sliver of bone off the patellar tendon attachment, and then its moved. You can move it anywhere you want it. We move it over to where ies line up properly. Then I take a single small pin called a K-wire and run it down through the small ftaginent into the tibia. This stabilizes the tubercle where I want it, and it heals there.Q. Is It absolutely necessary to repair this if the dog isnt having serious problems What happens if it isnt repairedA. I would say that one of the things that distresses me most is the dogs that have dislocating kneecaps and a lot of vets say, well, its not causing a problem because theyre not limping on it. And its true, we see a lot of dogs that have dislocating kneecaps that arent limping, and believe me, it is causing them a problem. By the time they get to be 7-8 years of age, they finally have worn all the cartilage off the bottom of the kneecap, and they dont get nearly as god results on repair as they do on dogs that are repaired early.There are some other changes that occu with the dislocating kneecaps, too. This if a complex problem its a problem tha doesnt involve just the knees. As tim goes on, in the dogs that have grea problems in luxation, if the kneecap 1 dislocated off to the inside, you get femur that bend, and they get tremendou curvatures in them, so that youll have bend in the femur, youll have a joint, am then youll have compensatory bem backwards in the tibia. If they develop tha kind of problem it creates a real orthopedi disaster. We very rarely try to correc them, because theyre just so bad that i would require fracturing the femur an making another fracture.Q. Is this a genetic problemA. It is definitely known to be genetic We know it is completely hereditary, bi not the mechanics of it. Its probably a lc like hip dysplasia, that if, its hereditary but its incomplete penetrance, as in hi dysplasia, where they feel that its abor 60 genetic and 40 environment factors, you know, diet, exercise, etc.Q. So you think that there might be an environmental factor.A. Yeah, there probably is, in specif instances. When we see some that a definitely traumatic, I think we a discount the hereditary factor. We sc traumatic luxations in all breeds.Q. So what about the person who says, I dont let my dogs jump unt theyre older because I think that prevents the problem Is that a reasonable means of prevention A. I think it makes very little differem in the long run if the dog is genetical predisposed to it. In the cases that have ti displaced tibial tubercle, the fact that the arent stressing that knee, maybe its gob to prevent that joint capsule from team for a while. But if the anatomy is abnorm enough that its going to tear, then il going to dislocate, and theres not a thii you can do about it.Q. So how do I find a dog without this problem thenA. Well, until theres some kind of certification like OFA on these dogs, that they have normal knees, or conformationally good knees, its a difficult matter. You have to become a student of anatomy and say, I like this sires knees and I like this dams knees, and 1 like the breeding of these two dogs I wouldnt mind having a puppy out of them. And if you could do it back three or four generations on each side, it would give you even more security that youre not getting patellar luxation.Q. So youd just about have to see the parents and the grandparentsA. Well, that would be the best the more you could see, the better.Q. Can breeders do something about the problem thenA. Definitely. My advice to breeders is, if youve got a dog with dislocating kneecaps, youve got to get that dog out of your breeding program. Otherwise, youre just creating patellar luxation.Q. This leads Into my next question. Suppose Im a breeder, and I have a dog that Is just absolutely perfect for everything I want and Is throwing the same thing In the next generation, but hes got this minor patella problem, is the genetic factor strong enough that I cannot breed around it In my breeding programA. You probably could, if you were picky about breeding good conformation, you certainly could improve the situation, yeah. Thats not the ideal situation, but I certainly would want to breed with one that had the best conformation knees that you could find, and Ive recently had some experience with a breeder and Ive looked at all of her puppies because they had kneecap problems and its a hit-and-missthing. I now see dogs that have god knees bred to dogs with bad knees and some of them come out good and some of them out bad.Its strictly a matter of genetics.CheersYou give all of your married friends child rearing advice based on your extensive background in dog training.Your Mothers worst fear is that youll have a child and make it wear a pinch collar. Your Mothers second worst fear is youll get married and your dog will be in the wedding party.When your cousin tells you how much her wedding costs, you think how many show quality puppies that could buy you.You can imagine using a shock collar on your best friends children, but would never dream of putting one on your dog.All of your friends always include your dog in any invitation they issue to you. Of course, you reciprocate because you only have doggy friends leftthe others have stopped inviting you places because you insist on bringing the dogGuests on Jerry Springer make you think about starting a campaign for early childhood spayneuter.When you read the personal ads, you skip past the vital statistics and rule out any that dont say animal lover.Your dog has a gold crown on his fractured tooth you were afraid if you had his pulled, hed have a sloppy dumb bell pickup, but you havent been to the dentist in three years.Page 81presents......Dixie, an outstanding Barkley kid..."TT' 'r vs ytf \.c_ticC\r i iturtvAmCan Ch. Millamors Make A Statement Barkley x AmCan Ch. Milnes Prideof Patricia WinnieDixie is pictured at 8 12 months going Best in Sweeps at the APC Fall 1997 Sweepstakes. She was wonderfully handled by my friend and Barkleys owner, Jane Lehtinen. Dixie will be back in the Ring soon after completing her year shed.Also watch \ox jOfUticu JOtefeitcd Willie is also aBarkley kid.Congratulations to Tony and Fabian on their kennel visit.BREEDEROWNER Pati Danielson 5750 Evansville Rt. 13 Evansville, WY 82636 307 266-0076presents..... W allyf\ tf. Sm_6r M \ TWINNERSMINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY KENNEL CLUB APRIL 1998PHOTO BY DOWNEY 3'i K^uwcuuvttCh. Wee Paws Preferred Stock Stetson x AmCan Ch. Milnes Prideof Patricia WinnieWally is pictured winning under Mrs. Leona Wiseman and is ing wonderfully groomed and handled by Nadine Hersil. Wally s also received 2 points at the International KC of Chicago and 4 point major at Illinois Capitol KC under Mrs. Elaine Mathis, any thanks to the judges that have recognized Wallys qualityand soundness.ash Wallys litter sister, Molly received 3 BOB and 2 group lacements her first 2 weekends out after maternity leave. She needs a major to finish3REEDEROWNER Pati Danielson 5750 Evansville Rt. 13 Evansville, WY 82636 307 266-0076PagB 83You know your dogs cholesterol but not your own.Your idea of a great practical joke is seeing if anyone notices if you see Charlie Bears in the bag of Oyster Crackers.When you lament to your friends about chronic yeast infections, they dont know youre talking about your dogs ears.You havent had an HIV test, but you regularly brucella test your dog before each breeding.You spent seven years to get your own DVM, and charge 40.00 for a semen collection and evaluation, only to discover a legal hooker in Las Vegas with no formal schooling gets 100.00 and only does the first part.Making the Medicine Go Downby Dr. Roger L. De HaanRoger L. De Haan, D.V.M. runs his practice, Holistic Veterinary Services in Haverhill, MAA tussle, the fur flies, and Blackie wings again. Im not going to take that stuff In fact the next time, just as you reach for the bottle, Blackie is already disappearing under the bed. How can you win Cant this medicine be a win-win situationSome cats and dogs seem bom to cooperate. They live to please and live to love. Others seem to be bom suspicious. They train the owner. They have been spoiled Dont mess with their daily routine or they have ways of retaliating Then there are the cases where the medicine is just plain bitter, repulsive and disgusting.Bmte force and discipline are not the way to a win-win situation when it comesto medicine. There are gentler, more pleasant ways. One is by beginning weeks and years before pill-pushing becomes necessary. Let me explain.Personally I believe in supplements, herbs and treats anyhow, and in rotation and variety of foods. My pet would never get to 14 years old, stuck on the daily fix of a favorite food, having convinced me ol their viewpoint. I do believe in listening to the pet and their instinctive cravings and needs, by the way, and in personal individuality. But, part of the training procedure must include eating supplements and a variety of flavors Then when the medicine or supplement oi bitter herb must go down, its just ivariation of the usual. In fact if you have built an empathetic relationship with you companion pet, and if you are giving the right meeiicine, their instinct will usualh be agreeable and they will gobble up the meeiicineAlso some owners and trainers hav learned the art of non-verba communication. Verbal communication treats, and praise are great, and are part o the training process, but non-verbal communication is based oi communication at a deeper level, when you communicate with mental won pictures. With a quiet attitude, you see ii your mind the desired response, such a Blackie sitting quietly in front of you, wit head up and taking the medicineo eating the food with gusto medicine an all. And most important of all, you ask fo his permission and cooperation.For instance, when I take a blood sampl isnt a needle worse than a pill, fc most, I ask Blackie for his paw. an mentally picture it in my hand. I do nc grab the leg, but wait for the pet t respond by releasing tension in that leg letting me life it effortlessly to the prope position. We are cooperating togethe and it works beautifully 97 of the timf it doesnt work, sometimes it is my fault md I back up and do things right.If you desire more information on this iubject, try Kinship With All Life by J. Mien Boone and What the Animals Tell Vie, by Beatrice Lydecker, both from farper Row.As you may suspect, we are dealing with nstinct, social behavior, personal elationships, the willingness to cooperate, ind training.Concerning training, you are wise to get 'our pet used to a variety of foods. That loesnt mean snacks or spoiling it means lifferent foods and supplements in the ood dish at feeding time. It means some vet foods, or adding broth to the kibble, o you can add to, or hide in, appropriate lowders, medicines or supplements. It neans different flavors, from time to time, ncluding left-over cooking broth, grated egetable, vinegar and olive oil both folk nedicine remedies anyhow, and even arlic, onion, cayenne pepper, or other cceptable culinary spices. Did you know nost cats and dogs develop a fine taste for ulinaiy spices that they are medicinal, lutritional, and healthy...that spices and inegar do a great job at hiding bitter taste nd medicinal odors Including them as ne part of the rotation and variety of our regular feeding program wont mess p the protein, mineral or energy balance, n fact, it augments it by increasing igestion and palatabilityA list of helpful hints on giving redicines to pets1. Warm foods are more aromatic and alatable than cold or diy foods. Vanning releases the aromatic oils and pice flavors, therefore more effectively iding additions to the diet for the finicky et. I suggest warming to body jmperature in the oven, steamer, or over a an of hot waterbut NOT in the licrowave.2. Dilute medicinal powders or liquids in broth, or in wet foods.3. Add or hide in tasty foods that many pets appreciate applesauce, baby food, yogurt, molasses, honey, meat or cottage cheese.4. Wrap or hide in a piece of solid food, such as a turkey slice.5. Treat, before and after, with an acceptable snack, such as freeze dries liver.6. Praise, honor and pat with enthusiasm for every act of cooperation.7. Orally a. Liquids make a puch of the lower lip at side of mouth, and drop between molar teeth. Most pets prefer this side-approach rather than the straight-on shot under the nose. b. Pills you must get to the back-of-tongue, beyond the point of no return, for pets that refuse to eat and swallow on their own. This normally requires a first loving person to gently hold and stabilize restrain the body while the second person pets and praises, then proceeds to lift the head and maxilla with one hand, lowering the jaw and quickly pushing a pill over the top of the tongue with the other then while still holding head and maxilla up with the first hand, stroke throat andor blow in nose to stimulate swallowing reflex with the other hand.If the pill does not go down, or if you fear to put your finger between the teeth sometimes with reason, you may use a soft blunt object, such as the eraser end of a pencil, to push the pill over the top of the tongue. Or you may purchase a plastic Bullseye pill dispenser. If in doubt, have your veterinarian demonstrate to you the correct way to give pills.When Blackie seems you coming with the medicine heshe should come running toward you...not dive for the nearestPagB 85 i-k ymtm.mmIWt"Tfc.4f'f , ____________1Pags 86htu Galley Pomeranian ElnbJOIN US AT THE APC SUMMER SPECIALTY HOSTED BYTHE OHIO VALLEY POMERANIAN CLUBAUGUST 21, 1998 HOLIDAY INN-SOUTH 1-77 Arlington Road Akron, OhioEXQUISITE POM THROWSYou will have to see them to believe it The Ohio Valley Pom Club has commissioned to be made, a limited edition of 4 ply, full color, 48 x 68 woven throws exclusively for OVPC and the 1998 APC Summer Specialty. The throw is covered in Poms depicted in several different coat colors. The throws will be sold at the show for only 55.00. If you cannot pick yours up, it can be shipped to you for an additional charge of 5.00.ContactJerry TinglerT irpr8102 Benson Rod, NW Carroll, OH 43112Page 87escape. It should be a time of bonding, of pleasure, of positive strokes..not a battle, discipline and force. Use common sense. Plan ahead. If you are doing things right now, then giving the right medicine will be merely a routine job in the course of an eventful day.^MICROWAVING FOOD is discouraged. Very little has been published on the molecular changes of aminoacids and other compounds in food exposed to microwaves. The University of Vienna has proven microwaving milk converts some aminoacids from trans to cis forms, which could lead to immunologican changes. Also L-proline was converted to D-prolin, which is neurotoxic. The Lancet Aminoacid Isomerisation and Microwave Exposure, Dec. 9, 1989 Several hospitals in the U.S. have stopped microwaving babies formulas for these reasons. I do not recommend microwaving foods of sick pets, who are already immune compromised. And especially NEVER MICROWAVE MEDICINES, HERBS, SUPPLEMENTS, or HOMEOPATHICS because of their unknown effects on the molecular structures and functions of those remedies.General Educationby Esme TreenReprinted from Dog NewsBreeders feel that judges need to be educated. Judges feel that breeders need to be educated. Certainly the judge in the ring, not knowing a standard very well, may have difficulty in judging the dogs in front of him because they do not conform to the standard. The judge has to judge what is in front of him on the day. This is a given. And the breeders should be sending in the very best they have.Dog shows were devised to decide which breeder had the better breedingstock. An impartial judge made the decision. Today that is what dog shows are supposed to be all about. We have added to die excitement of it all by group wins and Bests in Show wins, and mucfi advertising of them in many beautiful magazines and newspapers.So how can we do this educatingMany years ago, in fact the late Jack LeFore was president of AKC at the time, a workshop in California, the first one ir the nation, held an all day conference foi judges and exhibitors. The lunchtime speaker presented ideas for education ir the dog world which were described as far out. This speaker, himself a judge and a breeder who had done some successful showing before he became eligible to judge, suggested that every one who wanted to judge should take a course in basic anatomy, basic genetics, and beginning drawing or sketching. At this time there were technical colleges all ovei the country which were looking for things to add to their curricula. Many of them could have been persuaded to add these courses to their lists. And this would have made it possible for most everyone to attend since these schools were located ir every state and near every large city 01 community in the states. It is simple to understand why judges need to know about anatomy and genetics but most of us will proudly proclaim, I cant draw a straight line. Lack of artistic talent is not the question here. The classes in drawing and sketching will do at least one thing for everyone who is serious about judging. It will improve ones sense of proportion immeasurably. And this is a great help ir judging.These classes would not hurt breeders. They, too, might learn something about the dogs they are producing and sending into the show rings. Added to their list, however, should be a course in history. A basic history of the canine as a step toward a lesson in the history of any specificPage 88breed and its primary use. Granted, many dogs no longer do the job they were bred for, but they should look and be built as though they could do it.Recently some English Toy Spaniels, those lap dogs with the winning ways which will bore right into your heart displayed the fact that they are actually SPANIELS. These little dogs have not lost the instinct to flush and retrieve birds And while many of the birds were bigger than they are, they are still able to drag the game to their handlers in the field.All the education in the world will not improve judging if breeders do not improve the standard that there will be ten or more dogs in the ring and there will be ten different types. This is a sad state of affairs and certainly needs correcting.Education is a great thing, but make sure everyone gets educated.Ten Commandments of theShow RingBy Bill TrainorThe following are suggestions to make the presentation of your dog more enjoyable winning is always enjoyable, more professional looking, and we hope, more successful in general.In this dog game you get no more out of your dog than you put into it. I refer, not in terms of money but in terms of time, training and communicating with your animal.In the show ring, a judge has approximately two minutes to evaluate your dog. This includes examining, gaiting and meditating over it. If it takes you five minutes to stack it, and five moreminutes to have it get on four feet, youre dead, and you spent 20 dollars to give your competition pointsShows are stressful on animals, until they become very used to it. They are also stressful on you until you get used to them. So how do we Pooch and you handle this problem There is only one way. Decide what both of you want and Practice, Practice, Practice At home, not in the ring, unless it is at handling classes, sanctioned matches, or getting together with other owners-Practice, Practice, PracticeLearn to communicate with your animal, with spoken word commands and gestures, hand signals, and use of bait. Remember that the dogs lead is your telephone to hi, and not something to hand onto. It is there to guide him, to control him, to excite him, to send your message of approval of his actions. Learn to talk to him through the lead.Assuming that you have worked diligently with all of the above, and are now ready to go to the show, please consider the following Ten Commandments1. Before entering the show, inquire if you can, from someone as to the judges qualifications and knowledge of your breed.2. In addition to all of the above training, be sure that your dog is squeaky clean, and you have prepared his coat to the best of your ability, his nails trimmed, teeth and ears cleaned thoroughly, and anal glands expressed or checked while the dog is in the bathtub.3. Plan your time. Read the time schedule carefully. Check the time of the judging, and directions to the show, and guarantee your motel reservations. Allow time for traffic problems, and unloading difficulties. Arrive at the show earlyPage 89CrestPresents....pfg AtrRw F-. 'V MAURY COUNTY KENNEL clubDUMA MlVLKfl" UlMUMM p"ro CL "PetunLpr'u^s mih Wbfctv. Crestlands Top Notch Tradition x Mountain Crest Miss HCh. Heartlands Top HollywoodLogan finished with very limited showing at a year old. He got his first points at the Shelbyville, TN, shows going BOW both days. Loga is shown above winning his first major by going Group I at Maury County, TN. He took 3 BOBs in Chattanooga and a 5-point major in Terre Haute. All this in 5 weekends.BOTH DOGS FINISHED THE SAME WEEKENDOwners David and Carlene Gilstrap Box 22442 Chattanooga, TN 37422 706 375-9703 E-mail dcgilstrapaol.comBreederOwner Sherri Alspaugh 5400 Lee Acres Dr. Boonville, IN 47601Page 90ytaictoov CrestPresents....,r BESTOF OPPOSITE SEX Ki BEAUMONT KENNEL CLUB JULY 19,1997 PEGINI PHOTO BY NUGENT_____CL Etvm's tljcui Mte CresfcWe are very proud of Kojack. He finished with limited showing. His ngle points and first major came very quickly. He then took some time ff to grow coat and came back to look for his second major and found it in Biloxie, MS Kojack is a very correct Pom with a great head. A special thanks to Dr. Carson and Bronya Johnston for all your help.Owners David and Carlene Gilstrap Box 22442 Chattanooga, TN 37422 706 375-9703 E-mail dcgilstrapaol.comHandler Bronya Johnston 903 565-0585Breeder Dr. Morris and Betty Carson 9826 Walthan Road Richmond, VA 23233 804 741-3024PagB 91enough to settle both you and your dog down. Relax and have your coffee4. Find your ring, to look for potential problems. Indoors, on slippery floors or mgs, get some tacky paw. Outdoors, look for holes in the ring, deep grass, or mud, etc.5. Watch the judge examine the breeds before yours. Learn his gaiting pattern - where he wants the dogs stacked - is he a fast or slow judge. Get your number before the breed starts, and dont lose it Groom your dog to perfection.6. Be ready to enter the ring when your class is called. Get in quickly and get your dog set up where the judge wants you. Keep one eye on the judge, and one on the dog. Have your dog ready for examination before the judge is ready for you. Relax - Take deep breaths.7. Be ready for the gaiting pattern the judge wants. Take your time, and be sure your dog is steady and on four feet before starting to gait the animal. Talk to your dog and put him at ease.8. Watch carefully and determine which dog the judge is considering and look carefully at him. Quickly learn his qualities and faults, and prepare to use them if it comes down to a contest between that dog and your dog. This is your razors edge in the competition.9. Accept you losses in the same pleasant manner you accept your wins. Remember, it is just one persons opinion, and that is what you paid for. If you dont like it, dont go back for another. However, if you do lose, look carefully at the dog that beat you. Who knows, maybe the judge was right Dont get made, get even. Go home and make your dog better in whatever way is necessary.10. Finally, when you go to the show, have fun, enjoy yourself, make sure yourdog enjoys his day. Visit with the othei exhibitors. Talk, listen and learn. Watcl other breeds being judged. Dont forgei to gossip, and only believe 10 percent ol the gossip you hearWith over 40 years of a hundred or more dog shows a year, I still have fun. Yoi can too.11. If any or all of the above, fail ADJUSTTheres Only One Nigelby Nigel Aubrey JonesA friend recently asked me whether 1 thought people really had any fun out ol showing their dogs. It was then that ] actually realized that there are people whc show dogs who seem to have a perpetual chip on their shoulder. They not only fail to get any enjoyment out of showing dogs but seem to want to spoil other peoples pleasure as well. Some arrive at a show ir a state of tension, all hustle and bustle and immediately start to grumble aboui anything they can find wrong - the variations of their grief theme seems endless.Of course the judging is always all wrong and even if they win there is a soui expression. You would wonder what then expressions would be like when they lost.I dont think this is bad sportsmanship or the result of a permanently disagreeable temperament. A great deal of it seems tc be due to nervous tension which actuallj prevents them from enjoying dog shows as they are meant to be enjoyed. If onl\ these people would learn to relax and take matters more philosophically, preserving z sense of proportion and not making winning or losing a life and death matter They would get far more fun out of dog shows and would live calmer and longeives - and maybe even their dogs would eel and behave better.Regardless of the nonsensical xcitement some people express to get iito the ratings there is a great deal more 3 dog shows than merely winning prizes nd it is quite possible to enjoy the social ide of a dog show - the meeting of friends nd the interesting exchange of views - the winning should be the extra gravy to njoy.There is another aspect to this winning nd losing gracefully. No one enjoys or xpects exhibitors to go around boasting f their success or losses in floods of tears. Vhy cant exhibitors believe that the adge - just happened to have made a listake-rightly or wrongly - Queen Victoria did Its not out of place to ongratulate the winner - even though its n unexpected winner who had nothing to lo with making the decision. In fact it is he unexpected winner who usually needs nd appreciates a congratulatory word nost. Some novices must feel as though hey have committed a crime when they ieat a well known exhibitor or prominent irofessional handler by the dead silence v ith which the award is received and the nanner in which they are studiously voided afterwards by the losers.There is no need to slobber or enthuse cstatically over an exhibit that beats your especially if you do not particularly like t - or for that matter think it may have leen very lucky to win over yours - but it loes not stop you from saying Well lone - far better than what Joe Winder an old Lancashire Terrier breeder heard o say Its a very nice sort of dog - ispecially for those that likes that sortCampaigning A Specials Dogby Alvin GrossmanWell, it is six months later and Rudolph had finished with a rush, capturing four majors, two Best of Breeds and a group second. We are overwhelmed. The dog is sixteen months of age and in peak condition-the question is-now whatLadislaus and Marion, his handlers, think they have a hot one on their hands and want to discuss long range plans. We have been putting aside money which we saved by using ringside pickup and are now contemplating next steps. We decided to sit down and talk about the future, poorhouse or not.Well-1 said, never in my wildest dreams did I think our puppy would grow up like this. I hoped he would finish easily but this is more than I was prepared for. Grace smiled with contentment, yes she said, but wasnt it fun I had to agree that basking in the reflected light atop winning dog was heady stuff indeed.We had been welcomed and congratulated to a fare-thee-well. Eveiyone seemed to love Rudolph and wanted to offer suggestions on what to do next. Frankly, we were nonplussed.Im sure Ladislaus and Marion are sincere in wanting us to show Rudolph as a special. But what does that entail How should we go about it How long should we show him And what can we expect in the way of rewardsWell, I said, taking the bull by the horns, Im going to call them and try to straighten out some of these problems.First off Ladislaus pointed out that Rudolph would be his 2 call dog as he had a German Shorthaired Pointer as hisContinued on page 104FOR SALEMulti BIS Ch. Absolutes Woody Win' 4fVTT VCh. Dias Drummer Boy Bear by BIS Ch. Stolannes Thunderbolt Thor out of Wrigl Ways Touch of Class x Jan-Shars Madonna ROMX by Ch. Bev-Nors Toastmaste ROM out of Jan-Shars Semi SweetPictured with International BIS Judge Dr. Jaime Mota Nov. 97. WOODY is a mu Group. Specialty', and BIS winner. His first Group I win was under Judge Mrs. Joan Gords Alexander at the age of 10 months. He finished with two 5-point and a 3-point majors. Oi of the 5-point majors was at the Puget Sound Pom Club Specialty in 1996 under Judge Fn Bassett. 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RUMBAUGH and SALLY FIELDS 817 838-2004 Fax 817 222-1091 E-Mail ghpomsairmail.netPage 102HAIKU KENNELSpgaii^HiHAIKUS KASHIKOIStarfires Alii of Haiku x Starfires LolitaIIB 3J4Alii is Supermans son and has been producing lovely puppies.Congratulations on your Kennel Visit Tony and Fabianand grateful appreciation for the lovely dogs you have allowed us to have.Love,Marit...rit Hattori 46-459 Hulupala Place Kaneohe, HI 96744 808 235-8200Page 1031 dog. Whoa, hold on a minute, I pleaded. Whats a 2 dog mean Ladislaus explained that the people who owned the shorthair were senior to us as clients and he had been showing their dog for over a year as a special. Yes, I said, but how does that figure when the dogs dont compete in the same group. He pointed out that at some shows they ran two groups at a time. If this occurred, and both dogs had won the breed, he was obligated to take in the German Shorthair. This would also be true in those cases when both dogs won their respective groups. Of course, Marion would take Rudolph on those occasions. Okay, that I could live with for Marion had won with Rudolph already.Marion got on the line to add more details. She explained that showing a dog was only one part of the promotion of a top show dog. Advertising his wins in key dog publications was another aspect of the dog game we needed to learn more about. She explained that advertising and promotion costs could equal their handling fees if we were really serious about it.After clarifying some other points I rang off and did some deep thinking. You know, I said, if we are serious about this whole thing I think we need some good outside advice. Perhaps could check with Mr. Hallway for he gave excellent advice when we were getting started.Grace put in a call for Jim and he agreed to meet with us on Thursday night.After arriving at Jims place we tried to explain our ambition and our confusion about campaigning our first dog. Jim nodded his head appreciatively and smiled as we spelled out our dilemma. He had been there before It seems as though he had seriously campaigned three Cocker Spaniel specials to top records.He described the smooth career of the first one, who, like Rudolph, had finished at a very young age and had matured intoa top flight special. Bomber, a BT had rocky start, not placing in the group unde one of Jims favorite judges. His handle had expressed doubts that if the do couldnt win under this judge, how couh he expect to win under others. Well, sail Jim, I had some fancy talking to do t convince my handler to stay with the dog At his second show he placed 2nd in thi group and he was off to the races. In twi years he had 14 Best in Shows, 32 Grou] lsts and numerous group placings. Hi also won seven specialty shows. He wa retired at three years of age when he woi his 100th Best of Variety.Now, said Jim, that was the best of all worlds. My second dog was a buff mail that finished his championship easily at IS months of age. He was to be my handler 2 dog in the sporting group. He also hac good dogs in two other groups. Well sir this was a real complicated problem. M3 handler didnt have a wife to help him only young assistants. His 1 dog was nationally ranked Springer Spaniel whc nearly always won his breed. There I wa playing second banana to my owi handler-a real problem. By putting ou heads together we came up with a grea solution. We recmited another handle who specialized in working dogs but whc wanted to break into the sporting group tc handle Frosty. That worked out great a Frosty beat the Springer as often as he was beaten. The second year my handler tool Frosty full time and he too had ar outstanding career.The third dog, Bingo just was a hare luck dog. Not that he wasnt a winner, its just that he could have done more with a little bit of luck. For example, he woulc win the breed at a show where the Best ir Show judge had previously given him a Best in Show and raved about him. If he could have gotten through the group he could have been a shoo in for Best ir Show. Often as not he would go 2nd oi 3rd in the group and that big win wenl aglimmering. Let me tell you.Page 104impaigning a dog is a tale of almosts id could have been.You see its like a baseball game. In aseball you have to get men on base efore they can score. In dogs you have to 'in the breed before you can get into the roup. Getting a Best in Show win is intamount to hitting a grand slam homer, fsually you have to get through three ifferent judges in the breed, for the roup, and lastly for Best in Show. Its asier said than done.Tell me, have I encouraged or iscouraged you Grace popped up and aid, well, neither, but you do have us atrigued. How would you suggest we start LudolphJim thought a minute and then he said, if ou are not scared off then you might aake a specials owner at that. Before I egin, let me tell you the hardest part of wning a special. First off you probably ront make many of the more distant hows so you will be sitting at home on iaturday and Sunday waiting for the vord. Boy, oh boy, you sweat out those hone calls. If the call doesnt come by [inner time you are in anguish because its o late in the day. Either your dog has one all the way to Best in Show and your landler is tied up as a result or you tombed and he doesnt want to call I and ive you the bad news. Its enough to give 'ou ulcers. If you notice the carpet around he telephone still has the furrows I lowed in it while I was sweating out hose calls. I suggest that you have a pecific arrangement with your handler hat he calls at a specific time after each show, win, lose or draw. While its more ixpensive, its easier on the stomach. Besides, who needs a nervous breakdown o go with the billsOkay, now lets s get down to cases. I do rave some specific suggestions about specialing a dog. They are1. Start your dog under the most favorable circumstances. Pick a judge that likes his type and preferably has given you a Best of Breed before.2. Have the dog in prime show condition and be sure he is well trained.3. In the beginning show only under Judges whom you feel will give you a fair shake and whose reputation you know.4. Remember the impact of an important win should be felt far beyond the small audience who witnessed the win. Good pictures in breed and all breed magazines soon after the win are important.5. Advertise big when you have something to say. Run a constant ad with a yearly look, but change the text, pictures and size to take advantage of current events.6. In the beginning stress show wins in your advertising - then bitches being bred to him and then wins of his offspring.7. Vary pictures of the dog from posed show wins to stop action and informal shots. They must be excellent pictures or they will come back to haunt you. When in doubt about the quality of a photo-dont ran it.8. Even after his show career is off and running dont show at every show. Some judges are just bad news. Work with your handler to prepare a list of competent judges you will show under.9. Stress all breed shows and group winning. Too many dogs are shown only under specialty judges. Get Rudolphs picture before the all breed judges in an understated but dramatic way. Send a good picture judge has to look good too on all I group and BIS wins to the judges thanking them.10. Be a good sport. Take your wins inPage 105JANESAS POMERANIANSIT1u vaI BEST OF BREED OR VARIETY1- 9BEAUMONT KENNEL CLUBJULY 19.1997 PEGINI PHOTO BY NUGENTCh. Janesas Righteous StarCh. Star Havens Righteous Rock x Janesas Rising StarSTAR STARS AT THE ASTRO HALLStar is pictured going Best of Breed at the prestigious Astro Hall World Series of Dog Shows in Houston, Texas under judge Dr. JacklynHungerland.Carolyn and Jerrie wish continued success of the Starfire fame to Tom and Fabian. It is a well-deserved Kennel Visit.Carolyn Crockett713 630-0627 Jerrie Freia 504 384-7466 after 700 p.m.JANESAS POMERANIANSff.- flTv7I 4 tunBEST OF WINNERSCANADIAN VALLEY KENNEL CLUB1997PHOTO BY PETRULISCh. Jan-Shars The TerminatorCh. Doo-Shays Absolute x Ch. Jan-Shars Pretty As A PictureArnie, expertly handled by Carolyn Crockett, is pictured going Best of Winners under judge Jim Moran. Thanks to all the judges who appreciated this typy little guy.My heartfelt thanks to his breeder and co-owner for the pleasure of having him reside at Janesas. Watch for his son with Carolyn, JanesasFor Keep-Sake.Breeder and Co-Owner Jan-Shars Sharon Hanson 304 497-2446 Co-Owner Janesas Jerrie Freia 504 384-7466 after 700 p.m.all modesty. Congratulate the winner of that day tty to be sincere about it - your turn is next. Build good will for yourself and your dog. This pays off in many ways. Your wins will be popular and people wont use you as the reason for not breeding to or talking up your dog.11. Do not abuse ring stewards or show officials because youre having a bad day. Be courteous at all times.12. Dont gossip And dont bad mouth your opposition.13. Be sure your dog is treated well in the ring by your handler. Have an understanding that he is not to be forced if he is having an off day.Okay, with those guidelines you should be in good shape. Now you should appreciate the fact that when you decide to special a dog you enter into another contest outside the show ring. This is for show win points. A number of dog magazines keep track of your dogs winnings and automatically tabulate how you do within your breed, within your group and how you do against all comers. Like it or not, youre entered. These magazines usually release their data quarterly. So - youre in the running - once started it can become an all consuming passion to have a dog in the top ten winnersI know. Ive been there. Be careful you dont sacrifice your integrity and that of your handler just to get those points.Added to these contests Ken-L-Ration Food Company picks a Dog of the Year and their top choice from each group to honor at Westminster Dog Show time. Some magazines do the same thing. It gets to be a whole contest within a contest, within a contest.Last, but an extremely important point. Know when to quit. Set goals that can be realistically achieved and stay with them.If 50 Bests of Breed is your goal withir two years -quit when you get there. There are a number of reasons for this. First dont wear out your welcome. Believe it oi not, people within your own breed will nol like your hogging all the top wins. They want a chance too. No matter if yours is the best dog, facts dont count here, emotions such as envy and jealousy do. To keep good relations in your breed once your dog is out winning make youi realistic goals known. Your fellow competitors can survive since they know there will be an end to your reign.I know, I know, youre going to say, What if the dog does so fantastically well it would be criminal not to continue to show him After all he might set records for the breed, etc." Well, I am sine you will get strong opinions on the other side of this issue but it is my opinion that if you are going to continue on as a breeder and exhibitor for the long haul, its better for your strategy to be to lose the battle but win the war. By this I mean by giving others a chance you enhance your standing with your neighboring breeders and build your reputation for the long haul. If, when you are a more senior breeder and have demonstrated you can breed top dogs regularly, then you can really get serious. You will be deserving then. Its just a part of human nature that others will begrudge your wins now but wont 10 years from now after you have proven yourself.Grace and I sat there stunned. Wow Thats quite a jungle out there isnt it Alright what if Rudolph does as well as Marion and Ladislaus think he will Then what Are there any returns on our enormous investmentWell, yes and no, said Jim, First off there will be trophies galore for top wins. Get yourself a trophy case. Some will be silver or silver plate. Actually, some like chafing dishes, bread trays and ice buckets are usually household items. Of course, with a top winner you start getting lots ofPage 108uplicates. Additionally there are many ringed victory type trophies of varying izes. Money no, trophies yes.Grace again asked-is there any ossibility of offsetting our costs Yes, re re is, said Jim, but not from your show ins themselves. If Rudolph does well, nd since he comes from topflite loodlines, you could expect a reasonable etum from stud services. Good I said, at ist a ray of light. How does that workJim pointed out that we should get a stud ee somewhere around the low middle rea of what was being asked in our breed t first. Then as his offspring start to win r raise the stud fee to a higher level. Now efore you start counting all that money ou must appreciate the fact that while Ludolph is being campaigned he will be iving with his handlers. That means they ill be handling the breeding of the 'itches sent to your dog. This means that ou had better find out their terms for licking up bitches at the airport, boarding hem until ready to breed, supervising the natings, etc. You may not come out with auch in the way of a net profit from each ireeding.Of course when he has retired from the how ring and is living at home you will et all of the stud fee. However, its now our obligation to pick up the bitches, ioard them, etc. This means you may want o plan on having a small kennel of your iwn. You need to look into zoning laws md the like. Dont look so startled. Its all i part of that madness called the dog ame.If youre still game and it looks like you ire, may I wish you good luck. Please let ne know how Rudolph does. If you need my questions answered feel free to give ne a call.With Jims good advise ringing in our sars, we struck out into the night letermined to do it right the first time.ALONG MY WAYby Molly MillerTraining problems seem to have been the main topic of conversation at recent shows whether one was around the obedience or conformation rings. It does not seem that training such a small dog as a Pomeranian should be such a large problem however, Pomeranians must not only strike the correct positions in the conformation ring, they must strike them happily - head up, tail up, ears alert and eyes sparkling. To achieve the above result the Pom must like what he is doing and this applies to both conformation and obedience.The past few years have seen obedience change forms. Competition has become more severe as numbers have increased. Now split-second timing and precision drill techniques are needed to place a dog in the ribbons. Many handlers are searching for a way to save that crucial half point. I regret to report that this search has often lead to harsh training techniques.The same sort of thing has happened in conformation. As numbers andor competition has increased in an area, ring presentation -showmanship and grooming has become more important. The pressure is on the dog must perform.Some breeds have been developed to perform under severe correction. While I do not like these methods used even on these breeds, I must admit that such breeds do perform precisely, if not happily under these severe conditions.The Pomeranian breed, as we know it today, has no other purpose than to be a pleasure and an amusement to man. One of the main delights of the Pomeranian is that he has a proud self-important way about him. This is not a front. Most Poms do value themselves very highly. Self-efacing Poms seldom do well in the show ring for the proud ones convince the judges and thePage 109LOVCL Y POMERANIANSVictoria E Lovely 1406-D 54th Ave E Tacoma, WA 98424-1284 253863-8608 home faxE-Mail LovelyPomsiAOL.com-fitnrea'wemsst fomesanialv Rtti Poms PomeraniaPuppies Occasional Champion at stiCh. Pitti Pom's Lil Sir Lancelot OFA Patellar Normal at 47 monthsWendy Swimme PO Box 9604 Chesapeake. VA 23321-96 757 488-7117SHOW BREEDING QUALITY AVAILABLE573-996-2942EXOTIC KENNELDedicated to breed improvement Chocolates Blacks Blues Whites Occasional Creams Oranges molly mcdaniel P.O. Box 41 Doniphan, MO 63935ftT-J75PO'M'E'RflHjAHSCroup Specialty Winners'BISS CH. T-JSAtytjEL 3 \7 OAKLLOTXEJtESE JOJ4XjKEZDLLt. Cot. 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Champion Cascade's Sunkist Goldenrodxryxa ^SqmeramansJim Judy Shearer3995 Ragersville Rd SW Baltic, Oh 43804 Ph 330897-0720 Fax330 897-2101MemberAmerican Pom Club AndOhio Valley Pom Club504 384-7466 After 700pmJanesa s Poms1072 A Landry Road Jerrie Freia Morgan City, LA 70380MILLAMOI PO'MSA- Ken and 'Eleanor Milter 1777 Orange Picker Road Jacksonville, ^Florida 32223tPM 904-260-4308S.W. and Brenda TurnerBrynR-osePOMERANIANS3910 Concord Place Texarkana TX 75501 903-832-7742Page 111breeders that they are valuable. Such a proud being will not respond to harsh treatment intended to subjugate its being.A quality Pomeranian is bom with his pride, but he must learn his respect and love which are the best training tools for him. I have seen dogs appear to love their trainers more than their doting owners. I think the reason is mutual respect. With a good trainer, the dog knows that much is expected of him, but he also knows that he will be admired and loved for his accomplishment. Any intelligent being likes the feeling of success.Now the secret of great training, in my opinion, is teaching the dog to acquire a taste for achievement. Once he is hooked on success, he will work to fill the need. Now remember the dog cannot count points, or legs, or appreciate trophies. His measure of achievement is what he gets from his trainer. Also, remember the dog may put all he has into a performance and place out of the ribbons. When this happens he has been successful and deserves his sense of achievement. Conversely the dog may win the points or leg and not have performed well and not deserve his achievement award.Focus on the individual dog to be trained. Do not blindly train by any one method. Choose the parts of each that best fit the individual to be trained. Too many classes and training schools encourage all students to train the same way. It is easier for the school, but it is not necessarily best for the individual.It is not easy to tailor lessons for each individual, but the result is well worth the effort. The first and most important step in individually planning a training program either for conformation or obedience is to know the dog.I began my dog career in the obedience rings. I put degrees on several dogs then I moved to the conformation ring andshowed there for several years. When ] left the obedience ring, the best trainers for any aspect of dog work were there After an absence of nine years, I air thinking of returning to obedience and ] am finding a distressing change has taker place.In the past the obedience people that 1 knew had a really good time. They enjoyed each others company, and they truly loved their dogs. They selected these dogs, not because they were good obedience breeds, but because theii breed characteristics pleased them and fil into their life styles. Most of the people 1 am thinking of scored well and usually placed in the ribbons. Several were High in Trial and 200 scores were nol unknown. They were competitive, but the competition was fun. If at a certain trial a dog or handler blew the whole thing, the handler was not destroyed. He still enjoyed his day and he was an enjoyable companion for those around him.I am not seeing this enjoyment at the current shows. Recently, some handlers have seemed personally insulted by theii dogs mistakes. I guess being perfect themselves, they can not understand error. They are unpleasant to be near for they berate their dogs and give dozens of excuses for the errors they or their dogs made. They seem incapable of enjoying their friends or the other dogs performances. They do not value their dogs or themselves apart from their wins.I have tried to analyze the difference in the past and the persent groups. I believe it is a result of different approaches to training. The past trainers that I knew trained dogs that they loved. They enjoyed being with those dogs for between the two of them had developed a bond of love, trust and pride which no one days error could shake. Force training was almost unknown. The dog was shown what he was expected to do. Corrections were not a part of training until the dog knew whatPage 112as expected of him and purposefully isobeyed. Training nights were fun for oth handler and dog. Often refreshments ere brought, visits, took place before and fter classes, no one seemed uptight. Tie handler and his canine friend were oing something enjoyable together.Many current trainers in both rings eems to enjoy subjugating their dogs. No me treats a friend this way so, the dog eases to be a friend and becomes a thing hat is thwarting the handlers success. The landler seems to hate this creature that, tands between him and success. In ducation it has been proven that the most ffective learning takes place when the tudent has a good self-image and believeshis teacher believes in him. Many of hese studies were done with other than luman animals. Why, in the face of all the vidence, does a trainer punish and berate lis dog thus causing a case of anxiety over zhich the dog must work I believe this orm of training has lost the show ring nany sensitive people who would have ieen the best handlers. Only a bully enjoys iutting another living creature down so hen a caring person realizes the istsults if such force, he will drop training if he is lot shown a better way to train. In bedience, force training mins many dogs t the Open level. They seem able to urvive the pressure for novice work, but he joy is gone from their lives before pen work is completed. In conformation his can be seen in mechanical showmen. ogs reactions vary to being punished for loing things that they do not know are rang. Some become sullen, others rebel, nany become depressed and sad, and a ew patient breeds will accept unjustified mnishment and learn anyway. Perhaps his is why only a few breeds are now hought of as good obedience choices, but hink how much better even these breeds zould work if wisely trained.I know that my comments will not affect hose who have selected a training method.but for those who have only seen force training, there is another way. The approach of teaching as opposed to forcing gives the handler a dog with whom he can enjoy the shows. It also gives him a dog that enjoys showing more with each passing day for he values his own performance and feels his accomplishment. The handler and dog grow as a team. They know what they have accomplished, and they know their worth. No single show is capable of driving them to the depths of despair or sending them on a foolish ego trip.Doubt me if you please, but trust your own eyes. Note the training methods used by the handlers whose dogs dance with joy in and out of the ring. Watch for the dogs whose tails wag and the handlers who smile and laugh before and after they show -win, lose or tie Their tension is a happy tension. They do not know fear or dread of a show. Their joy is showing at its best.When, concerned at what I saw, I decided to write this article, I realized that I needed to offer some positive suggestions. Since most Poms are not natural retrievers, getting one to cany a dumbbell seems to be the must difficult training in either ring. Realizing that new methods are developing all the time, and I had not been active in obedience recently, I called on Kitty McConnell. Kitty, as most of you know, has shown high scoring Poms in obedience for twenty years. For training the retrieve she suggested the technique developed by Glen Johnson of Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Kitty assured me this inductive retrieve method works. It is teaching, not forcing. It may take a little longer, but it leaves one with a friend, not a subject. I wish I could reproduce it for you here, but as it was printed August 1976 in Off-Lead, it is copyrighted. Check with your obedience friends or contact Kitty for information on this method.Page 113CH. STUD SERVICE QUALITY PUPPIES HOME RAISED LOVEDDaniel Taylor Jr.Bonnie McIntosh-TaylorC3360-458-POMS7667 Yelm,WashingtonX \a ask TomenmiamJulie kallbacka3'Ot I laiK'ock Rd. Magna. I T N4044 SOI 252-1676 h n sen ici 1'nppiis iccsiioiiull\Sue Hughes 304-756-9356R0Kg^POWEFwInIANSJudy Sams 2815 N. w. 20th Oklahoma City, Ok. 73107 405 947-01fP,Jeribeths Pomeranians"With Planned Parenthood"Darrell Olga Baker281 337-00374916 43rd Dickinson, TX 775 Houston AreaJLvaCon PomeraniansCT77Homeof Ch. Avalons Valentino Starfire, Ch. Starfires Armani, Multi-Group Winninc AmCan Ch. Morenos Perri WinkleCo-owned with Mrs. Julie MorenoAnnette Eric Davis 391 N. Mink Creek Rd. Pocatello, ID 83204 208-234-0932, FAX 208-234-0792 e-mail davisstellarcom.com web site www.stellarcom.comdavis Lovingly raised puppies occasionally. Reasonably priced, inquiries welcomePage 114Do not train a dog that you do not aspect and love. Be fair and honest with lie dog. Show wins fade. Your Nations hip with your dog lasts. You and ie are the important elements.I Remember When IIby Dorothy BonnerOne day at a show, I passed by the ingside where many little dogs of a certain reed were waiting their turn. To me they ere grotesque little fellows, something tiat a child might inclescriminately put rgether from many conglomerate parts, lowever, this proved to be a mutual dmiration gathering, one enthusiastic xhibitor announcing, These are the most eautiful little dogs in the world. The hock set me back on my heels, that nyone could call these funny little pecimens beautiful. No doubt they were Dvable, affirmed by wagging tails, and to ie, anything that wags is a heart-stealer. ut beautiful The word itself seemed to e a put-down on many other breeds, specially Pomeranians that everybody nows are really the most beautiful little ogs in the world. True, this actually epends upon the eye of the beholder. But rany eyes besides those of the breeders ass favorable judgement on our priceless oms. Try walking one down the street - rst dont be in a hurry, as many people ill stop you to admire. My latest puppy in how-training went to the bank with me ot long ago and the whole establishment rmed out to play with him. Now they all ^member me and ask about the puppy at eposit time. We may have near-perfect xamples and breeders become choosy, but ny Pom is a pretty dog in varying degrees i sensation and a show stopper.This reminds me to tell you the story of re Showstopper line. In 1954, there was a ad period in our kennel that will never be rrgotten. Distemper. Preventatives were ot so dependable in those days. Our localveterinarian who lived a block from our home came by every morning on the way to his office to leave medication and give advice. My old records state that 32 Poms were treated and given daily shots. Nine were in critical condition, declared incurable, but I refused euthanasia as long as they could swallow little balls of raw meat from my hands even though they were unable to stand or move. Some lasted nearly a month, not in pain but barely alive.In desperation, I drove all of the little patients 140 miles to our state Veterinary School, hoping to stay there with them during treatment. The doctors offered no hope but agreed that the Poms could be left there. With visions of experimentation, the offer was refused thinking that it would be better that they die in their own home with loving care. Eventually, they all died but one and she began to suffer so intensely that I agreed to the terminal needle while held in my arms.After that awful period in my Pom history, it was not advisable to breed or keep puppies for at least six months. When the trouble had begun, only one puppy was present and he was quickly bundled off to the home of a friend. There an army couple, briefly stationed in San Antonio, saw the puppy and were eager to buy him. Afraid to take him back home, he was sold to Hazel Rushing for 150 a big price in those days with the agreement that Clara Alford would finish him. This came to pass and the name coined especially for him was Bonners Tiny Showstopper. He was the original and creator of the Showstopper line. One of his famous sons was Thelcolyns Showstopper who carried his superior genes, and they persisted through many generations. A large oil painting of Bonners Tiny Showstopper hangs in my office, and his puppy picture is in the book, The Complete Pomeranian. Now many breeders praise the Showstopper line without any idea of its origin.Page 115Back IssuesMargaret R. McKbb,- 2426 Sandy Hook Road,- Goochland, VA 23063,- 804 556-3380If you want earlier issues of the Pomeranian Review, order back issues from Margaret R. McKee, Assistant Circulation Manager. 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Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the editor.AdvertisersAmerican Pomeranian Club...............................57APC Web Page...................................................97Darrell and Olga Baker....................................114Jeanne and Robert Blank....................................46Mary Bonnell................................................... 110Janet Bordelon....................................................30Veronica Boudreau.............................................78Linda Brogoitti................................................111Randy Buske...................................................... 74Tony Cabrera and Fabian Arienti..................70, 71Tish Cannon.......................................................6Gloria Carlin......................................................9Marcia and Bruce Cox................................. 18,1Cyberpet.............................................................9Pati Danielson................................................ 82, 8Annette Davis............................................51, 11Darlene Denton..................................................5Fred and Pat Dieball..........................................5Dorai Publishing..............................................10Humberto Escabi-Pagan....................................9Diane Finch.....................................................11Jerrie Freia........................................106, 107, 11David and Carlene Gilstrap..........................90,9Tim and Sue Goddard............................................K.G. 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Deane Rinehart.............................. Front CoviAudrey Roberts...............................................22, 2Annette Rogers-Rister.........................Back CoviSherrilynn Rogers..............................................1Royal Canine Size....................Inside Front CoviG.H. Rumbaugh and S. Fields........................1CJudy Sams........................................................11Judy Shearer................................................67,11Arlene Steinmetz...............................................EFran Stoll..................................................... CentWendy Swimme..............................................11Daniel and Bonnie Taylor...............................11Dolly Trauner.....................................................iBrenda and SW Turner...................................11Doris Wheeler.............................................31,11Janice Young.....................................................7PagB116Back Cover StoryStepper is definitely carrying that recessive black and tan ene, and every approved black and tan bitch bred to him has produced at least one-and as nany as three. Thanks to all of you who have been so jpportive of him-hell miss the show ring.30AStepperAnnette Rogers-Rister MAJESTIC POMS 512 992-8233 after 700 p.m.Kennel VisitsAugust...Suzanne Berney of SUBER POMS October...Janice Young of STAR HAVEN POMSSpotlighting Foreign Members August...Dennis and Mario Litonjua of Chrisden PomsOctober...Celda Santos'm'^_uSTEPPER enjoys retirement atop his Harley Hog beckoning approved bitches - ^ my approval, not his to come with him to Studsville.Wardrobe by Sharon Hicks, Charlotte Creed, and Brenda Turner. Photograph by Sammy GoldJPhotography of Corpus Christi, Texas.