1yBEST INWILMINGTON KENNEL CLUBBELLS HOUSTON STAR PERFORMER .a BELLS HOUSTON STAR PERFORMERsSWEEPSTAKES41Best in Sweepstakesat the American Pomeranian Club National Specialty under judge Jean Schroll.Houston winning the Toy Group from the puppy class under Mrs. Ann Stevenson Cpthen on to...BEST IN SHOW Thank you, Mr. Robert ArnoldCo-Owned by Jon MarcantonioOWNED HANDLED Breeder BYBetty Bell SKIP PIAZZA527 B Church Road Avondale, PA 193113ARE YOU COMING TO TEXASSTART MAKING PLANS TODAYThe Houston Pom Club is planning some Texas-sized activities for you...we would love to see our long-time Pom friends, and we want to make lots of new Pom friendsMARK YOUR CALENDAR WITH THESE LUCKY DATESAUGUST 7 THRU 11 1985AUGUST 7TH AMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUB SPECIALTYJudges Regular Classes Mrs. Barbara Jarmoluk Sweepstakes Sam Zaneoff. Holiday Inn, Houston, Texas Across from Astrohall. Contact Peke Galindo 915 542-0753AUGUST 8TH POMERANIAN CLUB OF GREATER HOUSTONJudges Regular Classes Mr. Fred C. Bassett Sweepstakes Mr. Tony Tellez Astrohall, Houston, Texas. Contact Erika Moreau 713 351-7907AUGUST 9TH BAYTOWN KENNEL CLUB JUDGE MRS. CYNTHIA SOMMERSAstrohall, Houston, Texas. Jack Onofrio, Supt. P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125AUGUST 10TH HOUSTON KENNEL CLUBJudge Mr. Joe GregoryAstrohall, Houston, Texas. Jack Onofrio, Supt. P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125AUGUST lira SAN JACINTO KENNEL CLUBJudge Sari Brewster TietjenAstrohall. Houston, Texas. Tack Onofrio, Supt. P.O. Box 25764, Oklahoma City, OK 73125CH. DANCING GIDGET OF OAKRIDGEftmWINNERSGALVESTON COUNTY KENNEL CLUB SPRING 1985PHOTO BYGidget is shown winning a 5 point major under judge Mildred Bryant. Thanks Mr. Bryant, and a bunch of thanks to Erika Moreau for her handling. Her litter brother Tiny Sun Dancer of Oakridge is at stud.BreederOwner OAKRIDGE KENNELS Nina Epps Rt. 4, Box 48XEl Dorado Springs. MO 64744Co-OwnerDE ARTA KENNELS M. Deane Rinehart 422 W. Fairchild Drive Midwest City, OK 73110The Pom Reader June 198549LubJune1985Volume 1, Number 5ATable of Contents17 WHATS ZATCaludia Pfeffer examines Flea Allergy Dermatitis.18 PROTEIN NUTRITIONThe Never-Ending Question Vikki Powell simplifies a complicated subject.19 A TIME THAT WASAn unbelievable, but true, story submitted by Mrs. W. L. Dudley.20 TIME NEEDNT HOUND YOU... NO BONES ABOUT ITContributing author Rose Radel gives tips on how to do more in less time.22 POM NOTESLetters to the editor.23 SPECIALS ADDITIONNational point system for Champions of record as of the April Gazette.23 UPDATENational point system for exhibitors as of the April Gazette.9 DEEP SOUTH DOINGSIn her own inimitable way, Olga Baker examines the importance of sex I mean gender.10 750 POUNDS OF DOGSMarilyn Marino and Nancy Ross decide to stick with Toysized companions.12 AN ARTISTS EYE...AND A DOG LOVERS HEARTThe editors visit with well known and well liked judge Barbara Jarmoluk.15 MIDWEST NEWSJeanne Stafford reports on the supported entry by the Pom Club of Michigan.16 GENERALLY SPEAKING Susan Wade discusses the importance of contracts within the dog fancy.The Pom Reader is published by Doll-McGinnis Enterprises, Incorporated, 8840 thru 8848 Beverly Hills, Lakeland, Florida, 33805, out of admiration for the purebred Pomeranian. EDITOR JOE MCGINNIS. BUSINESS MANAGER DUANE DOLL. Postage paid at Lakeland, FL. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the express written permission of the editor. The opinions expressed in this publication either editorially or in advertising copy are those of the authors and do not necessarily constitute endorsement by the publishers. The editor reserves the right to reasonably edit all copy submitted. All articles submitted become the property of the publishers. Subscription price for Third-Class Service in the continental United States 24.00. Foreign and First Class prices upon request. Issues of the Pom Reader are sent as a courtesy to all AKC licensed Pomeranian, Toy Group, and All-Breed judges.Direct all inquiries toJoe McGinnis, Editor 8848 Beverly Hills Lakeland, FL 33805 813 858-3839.This issue of the Pom Reader is made possible in part by the following advertisersFront CoverSkip PiazzaBAUGNIET, S..........................................P.11BARTHOLOMEW, N. F........ .........P. 7CAPAGRAPHICS.................................... P.15CARSON, M. B....................................P.11COOK, S..................................................P.21CREED, C...................................................P. 7EPPS, N................................................... P. 3GIRARDOT, E......................................... P.21GODDARD, S....................................... ...P.17HEARTZ, J. C......................................P.21HIEMENZ, S............................................ P.21HILLS PET PRODUCTS......................... P. 8HOVEY, J..................................................P. 7JOHNSON, L. D.................................... P. 7LUGINSLAND, J.....................................P. 5MCKAMEY, N......................................... P.14MILLER, E................................................P.15NORRIS, B...............................................P.17PFEFFER, C............................................P.11PRESSER, M. M.................................. P.15POM CLUB OF GR. HOUSTON ....P. 3REILLY, R. J........................................ P. 5RINEHART, M.......................................... P. 3ROSENBAUM, M.................................... P.21ROSS, N...................................................P.14SANDIFER, D.......................................... P.16STAFFORD, J..........................................P.16VICKERS, M............................................P.21WELSHINGER, A.................................... P. 5YOUNG, J. B....................................... P.21The Pom Reader June 19855CHESAI POMERANIANSCongratulations to SHANNONJOHNSON on new Champion CHEELAN CHESAISTAREDITORSTARMIST SON X STARMIST DAUGHTERBred by Karen HolderCH. CHEELAN CHESAI STAR EDITORCHESAI JOHN CAMERON SWAZEECH. CHEELAN CHESAI STAR REPORTER X CHESAI RINGO STARRSwazee, sired by Eddies litter brother, to start soon with new owner Lola Downs of Phoenix, AZALSO STARTING IN JUNECHESAI CHARMING BILLY CH. CHEELAN CHESAI STRUTTER X CHESAI CHARMING CHEESECAKECHESAI POMSBOB JOAN REILLY 26093 HIGHWAY 281 NORTH SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78260 Ph. 512-438-2667mAnadors PomeranianshAmerican Canadian ChampionANADORS GOLDPEPPER CALICOFor sale 3 puppies whelped May 10, 1985, sired by Anadors Decent Exposure a son of wolfsable Am. Can. Ch. Anadors Silver N Smoke and the female pictured above. Congratulations toNewly Titled Ch. Anadors Sumrstorm a Ch. Smoke son owned by Philip Maxine Barbian, handled by Jeanne Ver Hage.And toBob Jeanne Stafford on their new Champion - Ch. Anadors Dragon Dancer.Ann Welshinger Rt. 2, Box 448715 399-2702 Superior, Wl 54880LLL KENNELS Offers for saleCH. SHY ACRES I KAN TOOmale, born 61584VSire CH. MACS MAYBE I WILL Dam CH. LLL MOONGOLD KELLYHe is a 5, proven, aggressive breeder possessing numerous qualities needed in the breed. Excellent pigmentation, perfect scissors bite with strong teeth, correct eye shape, right up on toes, coupled with huge coat of clear color. Show record 3 - 5 point majors.Janice Luginsland Route 1, Box 97, Americus, KS 66835 Ph. 316-443-5157Pending AKC ConfirmationThe Pom Reader June 19856SHOWSIGHT - FROM THE EDITORJoe McGinnisHow often have you heard someone say,'Oh, I dont care if I win or lose, I just enjoy showing. Probably quite often. I know I do - and every time I hear it, I cant believe it. Thats somewhat akin to saying When I go to the grocery store, I dont care whether I buy food or not I just enjoy standing in line. Spare me that kind of reasoning.Competition thats the name of the game. There are many less direct terms for what we do in our sport, but it really boils down to competition. You will never convince me that a true dog fancier doesnt want to win - why go into the ring at all, unless you believe that you can win.And so, we compete against the standard. By hook or by crook, we get our hands on the best possible specimen at any given time, and we present it for comparison against the standard.And we present it for comparison against those specimens believed by others to be the best they have of course, they are never quite as good as what we have, whether the judge thinks so or not. But the true measure of sportsmanship is in knowing when to fight, and when not to fight.I am reminded of the time I found myself in the ring with what I thought was a very fine specimen. And the judge apparently thought so, too out of a huge class of specials, the field was narrowed down to two exhibits the dog I was showing, and the dog my best friend was showing. And that dog was a littermate to mine. Well, unbeknownst to any of us, a spectator had the nerve to videotape the proceedings, and the resulting tape was to be played at a party that very evening. Which is kind of a dirty trick.I dont know how it is for you, but I know how it is with me. When I am in the ring, the whole building could fall down, and I might not notice...unless a brick should come within ten feet of my dog. Then Id notice. Because when you are in the ring, the only things that count are those going on in the ring with you. So, the outside world has little bearing on the inside of the show ring. But the slightest occurrence in the ring takes on great proportions. Except that once I leave the ring, it is hard for me to remember exactly what I did, or was doing, at a given moment. Utmost in my mind is the final result.And so I was understandably nervous when faced with the aforementioned tape was I a good sport was I a gentleman Here, in black and white actually, it was in color would be an authentic account of my actions - over which I had no editorial controlAnd so we arrived at the party. There, right in front of God and everybody, they played the tape. And I am pleased to report what it revealed basically, all you saw were two fellows, red-faced, brushing away like mad, stealing glances back and forth, stacking and re-stacking. It went so fast on tape - in the ring it had seemed to take hours. And then the judge moved them one last time, and chose her Best of Breed.Now, this is the part that they ran in slow motion. One of the fellows got a disgusted look on his face, for a second then got a rejected look on his face, for a second then, he smiled, patted his dog on the head, said Good Boy, and walked up to the winner. And extended his hand in congratulations. And stayed to help while the photographer took the winners picture. Truly a picture of good sportsmanship.I hope to think that I myself would have been as gracious, had I lostSpeaking of things on tape, there is no truth to the rumor that Ken Miller is leaving the dog fancy behind to pursue a new career as a TV STAR He probably could, though. Ken served as commentator for our All- Breed show last week, which was televised.And speaking of TV STARS, and graciousness, we are most pleased to offer a visit, this month, with a woman who looks like a TV star, and thinks like a dog fancier. Barbara Jarmoluk joins us this month, and offers sharp insight about the sport. Barbara, of course, has been chosen to judge the August APC Specialty in Houston, and will surely pull her usual record entry.Especially if the Texas Pom people have anything to do with it - enthusiasm is very high in the Lone Star State. The upcoming festivities sound so exciting, I would go there even if there wasnt any showTalked to Jeanne Stafford the other day - Jeanne has been hitting a lot of shows lately, and reports that Midwest Poms are doing well. Actually, Poms are doing well all over - as you will see as you page through this, our fifth issue of the Pom Reader. And we are pleased to welcome Vikki Powell to the team - Vikki is a whiz when it comes to research and reportage. We also have another outstanding offering from Sue Wade, and a classic column from Olga Baker. Thank you, ladiesAnd, again, thanks to all of you for your supportTil next month,Poms AwayJoeThe Pom Reader June 19857LABRADORS BANDBOX FOX TERRIERS BANDBOX HR PUFFN STUFFMPoofie Creams little boy decided shows werent half bad after all, and has picked up 10 points since his debut in New York City. Our sincere thanks to Edd Bivin for this 3 point major at Salinas K.C.Poofi show prospects out of Lennis and Maymorning bred bitches will be available. Also loving, sound companions, all reasonably priced.Nancy DeForest Bartholomew Jr. Route 1, Box 182, Ola, AR 72853 501-489-5733Poasty - on her way...CH. SOUTHLANDS TOAST TO BEV-NOR Poasty takes another Best of Breed under judge Mildred Bryant. Watch for this multi Best of Breed winning BT girl.Always owner-handledBreeder-Owner-Handler CHARLOTTE CREED SOUTHLAND POMSCo-owner BEVERLY NORRISBEV-NOR POMS 7747 Meadow Road Pasadena, MD 211226618 Lost Ridge Pineville, LA 71360 Ph. 318-466-3456BEST PUPPY IN MATCHMay 5, 1985 Warrenton, VACH. SHAMROCKS LITTLE IMAGE MAKER X SILVA LADE ALMOND JOYLarry Diane Johnson 2901 Putty Hill Road Baltimore, MD 21234 Ph. 301 661-7289JD S POMPOUS POMS16CH. CIRCLE M. COMES A HOSSMANHandled Exclusively by Timothy ReeseShown taking a 4 point major under judge William Bergum at Greely, Colorado. Hoss finished 6 days later in Fresno, California, with a 5 point major under noted judge Mrs. Betty Dexter, and has since taken Best of Breed under Glen T. Fancy and Frank T. Sabella.Hoss is taking the west by storm-watch for his son Colt in the ring very soon.JDs Pompous Poms Janet Hovey1163 Hwy. 26 Blackfoot, ID 83221208 684-4648 Pending AKC ConfirmationThe Pom Reader June 19858riHigh Performance FoodsCanine Senior is for older dogs. It is scientifically formulated to help older dogs stay active and live longer. By properly restricting protein, salt and minerals while providing greater amounts of essential vitamins and fiber, it helps to compensate for conditions often present in older dogs, such as strain on the heart, kidneys and digestive system.HilfeSCIENCEDIET,P.O. BOX 148 TOPEKA, KANSAS 66601 913-354-8523Because preventive health care starts with proper nutrition.IfsCSNC^DIETSCIENCEfuwDKT __CANINESENIOR DOG FOODCANINESENIORQQ FOODFor ordering and price information on a signed and numbered, limited edition print, write the Hills Art Department.The Pom Reader June 19859DEEP SOUTH DOINGSOlga M. BakerAdolph Hitler was a well known pain-in- the neck. His theories for establishing a Master Race, however, were valid, workable, and amazingly simple. Hitler desired for his nation only healthy, strong, intelligent, beautiful, and genetically dominant Germans. To this end, he selected heavy-boned, solid, durable, farm-stock girls with a good brood bitch appearance, and bred them to big, young, good-looking, macho, Aryan studs. History reflects that his plan was working. However, Adolph Hitlers time ran out thank God with only limited success for his Master Race.My husband, Darrell, has long proclaimed that genetically the breeding of PEOPLE should work faster and more successfully than the breeding of dogs due simply to fewer genes in humans. Multiplication would proceed rapidly with quicker cell division and shorter time to advance, faster appraisal of quality of litters of humans, and each breeding more predictable. Integrity of each breeding would be rapidly available, with each successive generation reflecting its quality for review.I am not genetics-wise, so cannot argue the success versus failure of human breeding. Noteworthy, however, are der Feuhrers choices for mates1 Brood bitch type females.2 Big, strong, healthy, masculine, HANDSOME studsMost Pomeranian breeders would quickly agree with the wisdom of 1 above. Lets look at 2 would you recommend a departure from big, strong, masculine... for a chosen Pom stud Maybe Come on now...lets admit our attraction toward a much smaller, typier, more refined little male...sometimes even to the point of selecting the TINIEST little boy available with the thought of cutting down on size...sound familiar How often do we hear fellow breeders say, That male is good-looking, but WAY TOO LARGE to consider breeding to...Here is evidence of our rather peculiar rationale when describing a litter of Pom babies everyone DOGGONED one of us will say...Adorable, teensy female and litter brother TWICE HER SIZE, dammit...why couldnt it be the other way around...sound familiar Do you suppose there may be a message in this somewhere for us I dont know.Another interesting piece of Adolph Hitlers plan was the pedigree family background appeared to have no part in his plan. Appearance, durability, structure, productiveness, intelligence were required. Also, sadly, the little swishyhipped,cutie-pie frauleins much as myself of course had NO PLACE in Hitlers kennels. Rather, it was the big, plain, raw-boned, country-girl types that were used as baby-carrriers. One might surmise that Adolph was a chauvinist who felt that the MALE ONLY was a factor in producing his super GermansIn this same line of thought, my housemate has forever brought up the dramatic differences between males and females of the species The males are, according to him, ALWAYS the handsomer of the two sexes...the attention getters, the noticed ones. At least he does this with tongue-in-cheek and in a rather frivolous way, else I should long ago have slit his throat Consider, says he the exquisite male peacock, strutting with huge, vivdly-colored long tail plumes spreading behind in beauty unequalled...followed by Mrs. Pea-hen...a gray, ugly, unimportant-looking duck-thing. Consider says he the magnificence of the male lion, huge-coated, mane surrounding a big, wonderful body of elegance and courage...followed by Mrs. Lion, a little grayish, scraggly, frumpy cat, out hunting and scavenging to feed her family while Master Lion lounges, preens himself, and flirts with other members of the pride. YUKConsider if you will says he a brilliant red male cardinal with fire-engine red plume and feathers, and magnificent long red tail feathers cascading behind...and here comes Mother cardinal...a gray, unimpressive little wife bird, dull and uninteresting and only there to go home, clean the nest, give worms to the kids, and take a backseat to His Highness.Ducks, giraffes, insects, rhinos, deer, turkeys oh, my, those magnificent big Tom-turkeys with huge tail-spread, and that mousy-looking turkey-hen with zero sex appeal...evidence and ammunition for the theory that the male is always the handsomer of any pair There may be a message in all this somewhere as serious dog breeders, but Im not sure.Of one thing I AM SURE...I know of two excellent examples of rebuttal of his philosophy of male is prettier...l know of two cases where the males are positively NOT the handsomer of the two sexes1 The D. Baker family of Seabrook, Texas.2 The baboon couple at the Houston zoo.Ever look at a male baboon as he walks away from you I REST MY CASE.Olga Baker207 Shirleen Drive, Seabrook TX 77586'tSLThe Pom Reader June 198510750 POUNDS OF DOGSAs told to Marilyn Marino by Nancy Ross Art work Nancy RossinA friend of mine, who is down on her luck financially, asked if I could possibly take her and her six Sheep Dogs to another area of our native Brooklyn where they give free heartworm tests. So, naturally I volunteered.To tell you the truth, I am not really all that comfortable with her dogs, and they know this. They snarl at me, and Honey one of the nicer ones bit me in an unmentionable spot prior to this venture. This little, darling 125 pounds of fluff, tore a hole right through my jeans. The bite was rather difficult to explain to my husband, not to mention the fact the pain was a constant reminder whenever I tried to sit.Perhaps the scent of my own dogs at home inspired that prior bite. Who really knowsEach of these Sheepdogs are obedience drop-outs. They seem to occasionally respond to their owners voice, but only when she screams at the top of her lungs.My second misgiving was the fact that my friend gets carsick after about two city blocks, and takes dramamines by the handful. This puts her into a little bit of a catatonic state, which makes me feel quite alone with these big dogs.Two of the dogs have never been in a car, one of the others gets carsick as well.My third reservation was the fact that I have a little car. Poor Gretchen, my little blue Honda, was much braver all during this day than I was. I had a few words with Gretchen before we left. Listen, this trip is all for the good health and well-being of our furry friends. We can do it So, we roared out of the garage for the big pick-up and, naturally, it was pouring rain.The first trip, you thought wed do it in one we had three dogs. Two were never out of the house, and one which was a year old, had to be pushed and shoved into the back seat with the other two. One of them was also in season. Supreme joy, for the sheet I had put on the back seat was on the floor almost as soon as their huge paws touched it.All three started this panting chorus almost immediately, fogging up every window in the car in seconds. One was now starting to howl, and I wasnt even in first gear yet. All three were stepping over each other in the back seat, as there was little - to - no room for them all to sit down at once. Good old Gretchen lurched over the wet streets of Brooklyn like a real pro.I couldnt see in the rearview mirror. It really didnt matter, as the windows were all fogged up anyway. My friend Veronica mentioned something about the seat belt law, and I decided at that point, if any policeman was going to lookinto this car with two wild women and three drooling Sheepdogs, I would gladly accept the ticket.Brooklyn isnt known for good parking. Six blocks from the vets office, we were fortunate enough to find a space. The dog I had was at full gallop down the street the minute we got out of the car, and he outweighed me by several pounds. I was, at this point, flying behind him like Mary Poppins. My feet had very little contact with the ground.Veronica had Bob, who refused to walk at all. He was physically shoved and pulled the entire six blocks. We all crashed through the vets office door at the same time. Veronica was now cursing in Russian and Egyptian, and we still had the trip home and another trip with three more dogs to goThe second group, I thought, couldnt possibly be as bad as the first three.WRONGThe next three were older dogs, one of which was Honey. Besides the fogged-up windows, Honey was positioned directly behind me with the worst breath in the world. It smelled like a combination of dead clams and sewer gas. It was, to say the least, overpowering with the windows shut because of the rain. I had climbed onto another plane of fear and torture that I didnt know existed.Honey was snarling and showing her overbite, which is much worse than mine, and a thousand times more dangerous. My mind kept racing over the Jaws movie.The saliva dripping from this overbite was trickling down the back of my neck, as she was playfully trying to see if my head would fit into her open mouth. I was sure I felt a tooth on each of my ear lobes simultaneously. Did this mean she liked the taste of my headGretchen and I will never... I mean never ever complain about our darling little Toys jumping around in the car again. We will be glad to take them anyplace their little hearts desire.I thank the Lord, Buddah, Jehova, Shiva and any higher beings that might be listening at this present time that I chose the dogs I have as my companion friends and adored creatures.For when I got home, needless to say, I was at the end of my tether. I proceeded to collapse on the living room floor, and over me rushed a wave of my own beloved dogs. With their sweet-as-honey kisses, they washed the cares of the day completely away.It brings a whole new meaning to the term Pick on somebody your own sizeThe Pom Reader June 198511BEST OFBREED OR VARIETYGREATER EMPORIA KENNEL CLUBl y\l HI My name is CH. PRECIOUS PETIT RIPLE SUPREME. Meet my new handler - KATHY BUCHER. We just went Best of Breed under noted Pom Breeder-Judge, AL WILLIAMS.Kathy thinks Im great, and I think she is wonderful. We make a great team - we just won 4th in the Toy Group in Lafayette, Louisiana on May 27th under judge MISS DOROTHY NICKLES. I think she is wonderful, too. Look for us at the coming shows.PRECIOUS PETITESBreederOwnerClaudia PfefferP.O. Box 10432, Jefferson, Louisiana 70181 504 737-1729Pcommstt nsnnsxsPOMERANIANS NORWICH TERRIERSIRISH SETTERSBreeders of 33 Pomeranian Champions - 25 Norwich Terrier Champions - 1 Irish Setter ChampionDick Sally I languid 11224 County Hyw. BPhone 414 - 755-2994 Mishicot, Wis. 54228,EMCEES POMERANIANSmm CH. EMCEES CHIQUITA de OROGroup I, Raleigh K.C. 3-23-85Breeders and exhibitors over 12 years Finished over 30 Champions Top producers - mostly Models Great Elms lines occasionally pet, show puppies for sale. Congratulations to THE POM READER Morris Betty Carson9826 Waltham Drive, Richmond, VA 23233 ____________Ph. 804 740-7977__________oODE TO THE BREEDER By E. Jean Swafford The kennel is cleanexcept the floor The clothes are cleanexcept what we wore The house is cleanexcept for dusting 3 This breeder is cleanexcept for whats rusting ODE TO MEI never get done anymoreBut what happiness... seeing my dogs run to the doorCLCLThe Pom Reader June 198512An Artists Eye And A Dog Lovers Heart...BARBARA JARMOLUK\C\4You probably have all the important things...oh. Did I tell you that my husband was Captain of the Philadelphia EaglesWell, no. And this is very typical of Barbara Jarmoluk. Many people would have begun the conversation with that fact, yet Mrs. Mike Jarmoluk adds it on at the end. And another person might have immediately told me that she and her husband were about to host the celebrity golf tournament for the National Football League Alumnae Association, a fund-raising organization which contributes to many charities. But no, Barbara Jarmoluk doesnt have to try to impress anyone with statements like that. Her record is impressive enough by itself.You have heard people described as a life-long dog lover - well, Barbara really is one - her first dog was born on the very same day that she wasBarbara Jarmoluk was born in Charleston, South Carolina, and raised in Pennsylvania. Aside from her early love of dogs, she was devoted to horses, and became an accomplished equestrienne. Early dog breeding activities included Boxers and German Shepherds.While attending the University of Pennsylvania, Barbara majored in art - enhancing and educating her natural eyeThe Pom Reader June 1985for balance and quality in all things interior decorating, fashion design, and, of course, canine conformation.I hear that I am a fast judge. I dont know if its fast, so much as that I can readily spot what I like. My friends say that Im like a homing pigeon - when I see what I want in a breed, I never lose it. Many other experiences have developed this unerring eye. After Boxers and Shepherds, Mrs. Jarmoluk branched out into several other breeds, most notably Dachshunds and Dobermans Pinschers. So well thought of is she in Doberman circles, that she is one of possibly five people in the United States that has been awarded an honorary lifetime membership in the Doberman Pinscher Verrine - the base of the Doberman fancy in the world.Licensed as an all-breed handler in the early sixties, Barbara Jarmoluk handled everything from Chihuahuas to Irish Wolfhounds. She very fondly remembers a Peke bitch she handled who became part of a trio of friends - a Dachshund, a Schnauzer, and the Peke. The trio came to rule Barbaras house on wheels as they toured the country attending dog shows. Included in her itinerary over the years were several trips to South American shows.13After twelve successful years of handling, the next logical step was judging. Licensed in 1976 to judge Toys, Mrs. Jarmoluk has enjoyed an active schedule of judging assignments. And there are several reasons why.Even people who lose in my ring have told me that they had a good time., she states proudly and well she should. Just the other day a lady said to me, Ill show under you anytime. Youre so good to the dogs. Having been a successful breeder, Barbara Jarmoluk knows the work that goes into a good specimen.You must concentrate on breeding for structure. I always try to help the novice, to give advice. I may say Keep this one and love it, and in the next breath advise them to go out and get a really good one. I think they deserve to know. Some take the advice, some dont, but its worth the effort to try to help.My best advice is to SPEND YOUR TIME AND MONEY FINDING THE ANIMAL It is very difficult to breed up from mediocre or poor stock. Search out top breeders, look at specifics, see different types pick the type you like best, and try to find pedigrees to fit your program. And never stop asking questions - you do learn something new every dayHaving been a handler, Barbara is also aware of the tension people and dogs feel in the show ring, and does her best to alleviate stress for exhibitors and their dogs, also.I am comfortable in the ring, and I try to make the dogs and exhibitors comfortable, too. I am a positive judge. I can forgive a puppy anything. I spend a great deal of time with the puppy class, love them, encourage them. A gruff judge can ruin a puppy - puppies should have fun. There is no excuse for heavy handed judging. You dont have to wrestle open a mouth. You have to judge the dog on that day - how it performs. You do not have to over-move the dogs. Once youve seen their movement, decided which is best, why tire them outI am also a feeljudge. I use my eyes for gait and head, and my hands for structure. When you are examining a dog, it is your hands that are telling you what is good and what is not so good.You must remember that you are judging the sum total of the dogs traits. Balance and proportion are of great importance. I judge on positive points.Barbara Jarmoluk has had her eye on Poms for a long time. For all the years she handled Toys, and for the ten years that she has been judging.Poms are a special breed to me - Ive never run into a nasty Pom. Poms are very smart looking and acting. I find the breed to be absolutely charming. When I was first studying conformation, a friend and I devised a good tool for learning. It has worked well for me, and it is also a very good test of a persons knowledge. Out of the clear blue, I asked Barbara to imagine that she had just walked into the show ring, and there was a class of fifteen Poms in there. And I asked her to tell me what she was looking for. There was no hesitation.I am looking for a sphere - a Pom should look like a ball from a distance. If it doesnt look like a sphere, there istoo much neck, too much length of back - something is out of balance. I love a pretty picture.I go for both heads, Hadleigh or Baby Face. I find them both very appealing. And the Pom has to have that perky look to the eye. Thats very much a part of the breed.I do like to see a decent bite. In breeding Toys, it is difficult to get a perfect mouth. When you miniaturize a breed, it is hard to get enough jawbone for the teeth. For example, I have here the adult canine tooth from a standard Dachshund, and also one from an adult Miniature Dachshund the size of the two teeth is almost the same.I would say that the Pom breeders have done a darn good job when it comes to the present-day bite.As in any of the coated breeds, the coat can be misleading. One dog will be glorious until you get your hands on it one that is out of coat or scissored may have a fabulous body, you have to pick the best overall dog you can find.A Pom that carries its tail down - forget it. Thats not a Pom. It doesnt even look like a Pom. And I do not mean a dog that drops its tail when someone drops a stack of chairs ringside. The tail is the extension of the backbone, and if everything is correct, the tail is part of the overall spherelike picture.You have to have a coat, but what is the degree of coat Cleanliness is very important to me. All dogs being shown should be clean, not loaded down with talc. I would rather see the hair part a little, as it will while shedding, than I would see it loaded down with talc.Color is immaterial it makes no difference to me. In all breeds, I try not to let it sway me. For example, in Dobermans, everyone knows I love a big red male, and a nice, elegant black tan bitch. But, I am just as likely to put up a BT male, and a red bitch, if they are the best in the ring. The same goes for Poms.When it comes to movement, if they hackney, or pick their feet way up, shoulder layback is incorrect.I like a mid-sized Pom. Too tiny can be forgive able in a male. I do not like a big Pom, but then again, I have put up a big Pom when it was the best. It must all be in balance. If you will look at the picures of the early Poms, you will see that they were much larger than today. Sometimes I feel that there is too much emphasis on teeny, teeny sized Poms. Its absolutely darling, but they should really be more middle-of-the-line. Even so, the big ones can be very good.We hear so much about over-scissoring. Judges are in a bind in that department. The parent club has sent out directives concerning overscissoring, or over-sculpturing, as I call it, but heres the problem. We are supposed to heavily penalize a dog that is over-trimmed it is not a disqualification, nor is it mandatory to excuse a dog for this. What do you do when a dog that is trimmed is the best one in the class Should you put up a dog that is trimmed, or do you put up an inferior dog that is not The standard specifies neatness, and spells out how much trimming is allowed, before it becomes over-trimming. But it also specifies soundness. Which is worse You have to pick the best representative of the breed on that day. The Pom Reader June 198514Barbara Jarmoluk continued And you have to use your own judgement and opinion you have to weigh all this when judging. And judging is no bed of roses. Often you are criticized either way.Please dont get the impression that I am a fault judge - just the opposite. I only mention some of these things because I am seeing them in the ring. Im not picking the dogs apart, but when you get down to the nitty gritty, you have to weigh all these things. There is one thing that does bug me - constant brushing of the dog on the table. I have been pricked by a pin brush on more than one occasion. And... follow the judges directions. If in doubt, ask. Any good judge will repeat a request. And another thing to remember the word is SHOW DOG. There is a difference between a star and a good dog. when you see a real SHOW dog, out there in the ring, asking for it, working for it, begging for it, that is an enormous thrill. A dog like that is hard to deny.Barbara Jarmoluk has judged in virtually every state, and several foreign countries. Many, many times this lady has been the deciding factor in the ring, and never does she lose the smile, the hearty laugh, the gentle action. The exhibitors feel it, and like her. The dogs feel it, and love her. And she, them.Barbara Jarmoluks pleasant demeanor in the ring is no act she really is comfortable, and does everything she can for the comfort of the dogs. But I once saw this patience on her part taxed way over the limit.I was watching Barbara judge Lhasas one day, when suddenly in the empty ring next to her, a man hauled off and slammed his dog against the wall. Barbara shouted, stopped her judging, and called for the AKC rep. With tears in her eyes, Barbara reported the man she had seen it, but couldnt believe that someone would hit a dog. And then do you know what she did Barbara took a moment, composed herself, and resumed her judging with a smile on her face. Barbara Jarmoluk was not about to pass on an upsetting experience to the dogs in her ring. You have to admire her for that.And speaking of pretty pictures, there is the picture of Barbara Jarmoluk in the ring. She is always dressed beautifully, and it is a measure of the esteem she feels for her sport. But the esteem is much deeper than pretty clothes thats only the exterior proof. It really comes from the heart. am very soft-hearted. It is an emotional experience, to judge. When you find that really great one, it is such a thrill. When you watch a Veterans class, those aging greats still going, it brings tears to my eyes.And something else about a dog. You can love it - its yours. No matter what kind of dog, it is a living, breathing work of art. Thank you Mrs. Jarmoluk.JMcGokyzPet PortraitsCALL OR WRITE FORFREE FULL-COLOR BROCHUREDept. OE 1559 82nd Street718 331-9523 Brooklyn, NY 11228MCKAMEYS SUNDAWN KENNELSCH. MCKAMEYS IDEAL STYLESTEPPER AT STUDCH. MILLAMOR MOONROCK CH. DAJA JUSTA ROCKSAMPLEHOODS SWEET COOKIE PTD.CH. KEN GAY CAVALIER JOE CH. MCKAMEYS CAVALIERS PEPPER MCKAMEYS LITTLE DUTCHESS MCKAMEYS IDEAL CONQUEST CH. MCKAMEYS IDEAL STYLESTEPPER KRYSTALS CHERRY KIJAFA CH. MCKAMEYS ENCHANTING PEPPER CH. MCKAMEYS ENCHANTING BEN JO MCKAMEYS BLOSSOM JOCH. MCKAMEYS IDEAL PERFECTIONCH. MCKAMEYS JUST A HONEYPuppies for breeding, show ring, or loveable pets, allpopular lineage. Bloodlines include Cavaliers,Sungolds, Millamor, Bonner, Crieder, Hood, Cherokee, Emcees, Great Elms, Aristic, Model, Brown,Disicland, English Hadleighs, Preservenes, Akela.MRS. NORRIS MCKAMEY R.R. 1, BOX 185 Bettendorf, Iowa 52722_______________Phone 319 332-5809_____________The Pom Reader June 1985Midwest NewsJeanne StaffordHey Midwesterners, are you out there Are you alive Doesnt anyone have anything worth noting Any club doings worth mentionting I just cant believe that the Midwest has not a thing to brag aboutThe Pomeranian Club of Michigan supported the entry at the Ann Arbor show held on April 28th. The Club offered beautiful glass dome chesse servers as prized for WD, WB, BOW, AND BOS and a ceramic pin for BOB. Mrs. Ruth Davidson was the judge. Let me make a few comments about Mrs. Davidson. She is an absolute dream of a judge, very gentle with our little critters, and took extra care and time with the puppies. So often, our young hopefuls are scared by a roughhanded judge, which can sometimes take months to overcome. Mrs. Davidson is one judge who truly loves dogs, and loves to judge, and it shows.Now, on to her choices. Best of Breed went to lovely Ch. L-Rs Monty Rock of Millamor. Monty was just over 1 year old as he and his co-breeder, co-owner- handler Ron Feyh accepted the purple and gold ribbon. Monty has had a stunning career thus far with several Group placements from the classes. Congratulations to the co-breeders Eleanor Miller and Mr. Feyh on this beautiful Pom. Best of Opposite Sex went to Ch. Hi-Times Kaleidoscope, owned by Olive Lancey. This lovely bitch finished very quickly as a puppy, and this very nice team of Sue and Kally have taken some very nice Breed wins. Best of Winners, Winners Bitch was Nan jos Portrait In Bronze, owned by Nancy Rakus and Anita Arnold, a young bitch, sure to finish. Winners Dog was MiUamors Im A Windjammer, proudly owned by my husband and myself.In next months article, I will have coverage of the Michigan Pom Specialty being held in Detroit.Until then...happy showing Jeanne Stafford1436 Powers Court, Niles, Ml 49120Se Marin Sreeen2262 ^Birtl dtaad o7tj637fr 7329MdSmmmEleanor Ken Miller - Ph. 813 646-5864 5426 Spring Lake Dr. Lakeland, FL 33803NOW AVAILABLECUSTOMIZEDSTATIONERY ENVELOPES PEDIGREE FORMSWe specialize in personalized paper goods for all your needs. We can use your present logo, or design a new one for you, featuring the beautiful head studies of artist Nancy Ross.Only top quality bond used at below market rates.Fast, efficient service of your orders...by dog lovers for dog lovers.For information and prices, writeWmmCIOTHE POM READER 8848 BEVERLY HILLS LAKELAND, FL 3380516GENERALLY SPEAKINGSusan WadeCONTRACTS YES OR NOI am very much in favor of contracts - contracts of all kinds. Sales Contracts, Stud Contracts, Boarding Contracts, Sterilization Contracts - just contracts in general. I know that some people will not agree with me, but I really do think that a written contract or agreement can eliminate many misunderstandings between best friends as well as with strangers.Both buyer and seller are protected and the best interests of all parties concerned are assured. Both parties will thoroughly understand the terms and their obligations in regard to the dog.Canadian breeders have an advantage over us - the Canadian Kennel Club recognizes a nonbreeding agreement in that any dog sold using this agreement is issued a restricted certificate of registration. Dogs with this type of registration are not eligible for breeding and any offspring that might be produced will not be eligible for registration. Another plus in this program - if the dog you have sold as a puppy turns out better than anticipated, the non-breeding agreement can be cancelled by the BREEDER at any time upon the payment to the Canadian K.C. of a small fee. The use of this type of restriction could be a very valuable tool in possibly reducing the over-breeding or improper breeding of purebred dogs.A contract need not be a lengthy document filled with whereases and whereins it can be a simple, straightforward statement as to what is expected of both parties in regard to the dog in question.If you have a stud, have a stud contract A basic contract should have the following 1 the names and registration numbers of both the bitch and the stud to which she is to be bred 2 the names and addresses of the respective owners 3 the dates of the actual matings of the stud and bitch, and 4 the terms of payment for the service.In most instances, the fee is due at the time of breeding. There could be occasions when the stud owner will make exceptions - if high shipping costs are involved, perhaps a partial payment can be made with the remainder paid before registration papers are signed. Or, if a puppy is to be taken in lieu ofhvk ra cash fee.In the case of a puppy back, be sure that your contract states the sex and age at which your choice will be made. Also, be sure to state in writing how many pups constitute a litter, and what arrangements are to be made if no live pups result from the breeding. These arrangements can be for a return service or a partial refund...whatever it may be, put it inwritingThere are many areas in which contracts should be used - leasing a bitch, leasing a show dog, selling an older dog, boarding, sales, using a professional handler the terms of these situations can be varied and many, but the best advice is, again, get it in writing. Though your contracts need not be long and complicated, it is best to have them reviewed by a lawyer.Often, even though you have done your best, things can go wrong. There are things we humans cannot control. By using contracts in all your dealings, you are showing the desire to protect all parties concerned. If both the buyer and seller have a copy of the agreement, each will know how they stand.Susan WadeP.O. Box 340, Auburndale, FL 33823'Wi'uLjMwtex 2W CONGRATULATESKen Eleanor Miller on finishing Can.Ch.Millamors Rock Concert in the States. Ann Welshinger on her Canadian points and Group placements with Anadors Happy Go Dragon. And our puppy, Millamors Im a Windjammer for taking WD for 2 points from the puppy class his first time out in the States. FLASH-Jammer is WD at the Michigan Specialty Robert Jeanne Stafford 1436 Powers Court _______ 616-683-0214______________ Niles, Ml 49120DESIREES RIPPLING FUDGERip was awarded Best of Winners for his third major at Salisbury KC under judge Dr. Harry Smith Jr.Rip now has 14 points.Desaree Sandifer 509 Oakdale Street704-865-0859__________ Gastonia, NC 28054The Pom Reader June 198517WHATS ZATNEW ORLEANS NEWSClaudia PfefferFLEA ALLERGY DERMATITIS Ctenocephalides felis. Ctenophalides canis. Pulix irritans. Echidnophaga gallinacea.Looks like a foreign language Actually, these are the names of the three most common fleas that can be found on your dog.The most common is the cat flea Ctenophalides Felis. It loves your dog, you, and just about anything. They are very adaptable - this makes them very hard to control. These fleas can cause allergy dermatitis. The severity depends upon how sensitive your dog is to the flea bite and the fleas saliva. If your dog tends to have other allergic reactions, then the flea allergy will surely jump on the bandwagon.Look for the clinical signs small, raised weal which develops into a small papule elevation of the skin will crust. As the dog scratches, additional problems of irritation, redness, loss of hair, and thickening of the skin will occur. Some dogs will even develop staphylococcal infection.Studies of injecting dogs with flea antigen to give immunity against flea allergies are being performed by a Florida University, but so far have not been successful, although some success has been made in puppies to prolong immunity for a short time. These studies are still being conducted.Most dogs seem to kick some of the flea allergies with age. Recognizing the clinical signs can save your dogs precious skin and coat from serious damage.Be on the lookout for these signs and be ready to take action against the Ctenophalides FelisSHOO-FLEA-GET-A-WA YCongratulations on Best in Show Winner Bell Houston Star Performer...from the puppy class Owner, Skip Piazza. Congratulations Jeanne Stafford on finishing Dancer. Hi to Angel Adorno in New York. Joe Duane, keep up the good work We love The Pom Reader.Claudia Pfeffer P.O. Box 10432, Jefferson, LA 70181TIM SUE POMERANIANSBreeding for qualityChampions at stud - Puppies OccasionallyTIM SUE GODDARD 19719 RICE LAKE LANE 713 492-0849 HOUSTON, TX 77084BEV-NOR POMSHome ofCH. BEV-NORS TOASTED FUDGE1 Pom 1981, 1982, 1983 24 Bests In Show, 5 Specialty Bests Sire of 1 Female 1984,1st BlackTan to go B.I.S.A., Champions, Breed Group Winners. Co-owned by Ed Jenner. Stud Fee 150.00Bev Norris 7747 Meadow Road301-255-1343 Pasadena, MD 21122OSD tfb uuHocase'PUT YOUR SHOW PHOTO HEREPUT YOUR DOGS NAME HERE YOUR WIN INFORMATION HERE,YOUR NAME HERE-and put the savings in your pocketPRICE 18.00W n BONNIEMEE-GEES TOUCH OF FROSTRukos is shown being awarded Winners Dog, Best of Winners, Best Of Breed for 2 points from the puppy class, Memphis Kennel Club April 7, 1985, under judge Mrs. George John Wanner Sr.Polly Ferguson, Mee-Gee Kennel, 239 Ridge Avenue, Greenville, MS 38701The Pom Reader June 198518PROTEIN NUTRITIONThe Never-ending by Vikki PowellThis column will address an excellent question I recently received from a woman named Alice Frost.Though the question deals primarily with protein, I found I could not isolate protein from other nutritional aspects since everything is interrelated, so I will touch lightly and generally on food and how to use it. Please note that my opinions are stated as such and are by no means the gospel truth for everyone. I am always open to debate and would welcome correspondence on this subject. And now, before heading into the murky waters of nutritional opinions, here is the question...If hair is protein, then why is food high in protein not good for the hair Why does high protein cause hot spots and cause hair to fall out Why dont the vets agree with this, and if protein is the downfall, why do many people supplement their food with meat, cheese, and eggs...There are many answers to this question, probably enough to write many thousands of words, but for brevitys sake I will simplify and try to put the answers into 3 sections. First, we must understand what protein actually is, next how it must be balanced with the other nutrients necessary for growth and energy, and lastly, how to feed to reach these optimum levels and grow those luscious coats.In reality, proteins are a chain of amino acids linked together in an infinite array of combinations. The word protein is actually misleading, for there are thousands of proteins all formed by the interactions of the different amino acids. The nutritional value of a protein depends on its amino acid makeup or in a simplistic sense, lets assign each amino acid a letter from A-Z. By doing this you can arrange the amino acids into combinations to form different proteins, i.e., the amino acid compound needed to form hair could be assigned the letters H-A-l-R. As Ive said, this is a very simple way of viewing how amino acids link together, but perhaps this can help the reader visualize this complex procedure. It is how these amino acids form the structure of each protein that determines that proteins function in the lifenutrition chain. So, if one amino acid is placed out of sequence, a different protein can result, much as if you mean to write Hair, but spell it H-A-R-E, you get something altogether different than you intendedCells are made up of 50 protein and the body can produce much of its own protein. However, there are some amino acids that the body cannot produce by itself, rendering it unable to spell out all the chains of proteins needed to keep the body healthy and growing. These missing amino acids MUST be added to the body via FOOD. An assortment of foods are necessary to provide the body with the range of nutrients it needs to draw from to make up the remaining chains of amino acids necessary to keep the body functioning. And this brings us to the question of balancing the diet correctly.It is necessary to understand that balance is the key factor in providing the nutrients demanded to maintain a healthyThe Pom Reader June 1985body. If any nutrient is lacking there can be a problem, for in order to thrive the body must then, in effect, steal that missing nutrient from somewhere else in the body, thus starting a chain reaction. For example, if some of the carbohydrates the body needs to assimilate through food intake are not provided due to an inadequate diet, then you can cause an energy shortage within that body. The body, to compensate, will then begin to rob its protein reserves and use the stolen protein as an energy source when it should be used for more important functions. On a similar theme if the body is given too much of one protein amino acid combination and not enough of another due to improper supplementation or diet, this can cause enough of an imbalance to force the body to mobilize the correct combinations from its tissues. Different catalyst, same basic problem - imbalance.Alice specifically asks why too much protein can cause hot spots when hair is actually protein. The answer to that, put very simply, is that even though hair is protein you can not feed 3 times the necessary protein in hopes of growing 3 times the coat. Whats good is good, but more is not always better. You cannot grow hair where it is not Genetically Indicated, or put more lightly, you cant expect to grow a Pom- like coat on a Min Pin by feeding extra protein. But what you can do is feed to enhance what coat your dog genetically ownsNow, what do I mean by feeding to enhance Working for a vet, I come across countless dogs whose owners complain of dull, dry, brittle andor lifeless coats on their pets. This is usually accompanied by dry skin as well. Nine times out often when questioned I find they are feeding supermarket Complete and Balanced foods with no supplementation. This topic is one of those heavily debated areas Ill discuss but once again please note-these are only my opinions I have found that many vets are taught and firmly espouse the idea that these diets are totally adequate aahhh - only adequate... for most dogs, and perhaps they are...if that dog sleeps 22 hours a day and only gets out to potty and for a ride to the drive-up window at the bank. But even some of these adequately fed dogs show evidence of skin and hair- coat problems. Where do these problems come from They could come from one of the two areas most commonly named when skin problems are in evidence - flea allergy dermatitis and hot spots, but suppose thats not the problem. Suppose the problem stems from the dogs diet or his surroundings I wont go into inhalation or environmental allergies, but I will tell you from first-hand experience that your dogs coat problems or allergies could also come from foodI am by no means saying that commercial dog foods are bad, just that some may be better than others for your show dogs. Commercial dog food has been researched for over 40 years and controls are very strict. That is not the consumers problem however, but wading through labeling practices and nutrient designations is. So that question has become a long answer, hasnt it And there still is more to come, but Ill save the What to feed and How to choose the foods for another column.Good Luck and Healthy Poms to all Vikki Powell[Ms. Powellis a Veterinary Assistant in Northern California, and will be joining us from time to time with articles on many aspects of canine health care. Address any questions you may have to Vikki Powell, do Doll-McGinnis Publications, 8848 Beverly Hills, Lakeland,33805 FL .Questions19A TIME THAT WASA TRUE STORYsubmitted by Mrs. W. L. DudleyA woman in her late fifties, having found a stray Boston Terrier on her doorstep and taken it in, had cause to take the dog to a veterinarian for treatment of a wounded foot. As the vet was finishing up, the vet told the lady the dog would have to be brought back every day for a week or so to have the bandage changed to prevent infection. Oh Doctor, I go to work so early, I just dont see how Ill have the time., she said. The vet asked where she lived. About four blocks away. Just bring her in when you can., he replied.Noticing her torn dress and old shoes, the vet only charged her a fraction of his usual fee and included in it the cost of changing the bandages every day. The following morning when he went to get the morning paper, there was the dog. He figured the lady had left her at the front door on her way to work. The little Boston followed the Doctor into the treatment room, sitting perfectly still whilethe old bandage was cut off and a new one put on. Then, dog in arms, the Doctor carefully crossed the intersection, setting the little dog down when she was safely across, and smiled as he watched her scamper home on three legs. Every day for the remainder of the week the little Boston would be there waiting for Doc to open the door in the morning. And after her bandage was changed, she would patiently wait for Doc to carry her across the street. Monday morning, when Doc opened the door, both dog and lady were waiting, the lady said, I think Pugsies fine now, Doctor, shes walking on all fours. And you know, she was such a good dog and kept that bandage so clean all week that I never had to bring her in - not even onceThis true story happened to Dr. Eugene C. Jones, a prominent Beverly Hills veterinarian during the thirties, forties, and fifties.JSTORKREPORT.TELL EVERYONE ABOUT YOUR NEWEST LITTER OF SHOW-STOPPERSSubmit date of birth, sire dam, how many males females, your name, address phone. Then sit back and wait for the calls to flow inPRICE 10.00SOUTHLAND POMS is proud to announce the birth of two gorgeous boys...Sire CH. BEV-NORS TOASTED FUDGE 1 Pom 1981, 1982, 1983Dam SOUTHLAND HAPPY BIRTHDAY BIL major pointedSOUTHLAND POMS, Charlotte Creed, 6618 Lost Ridge, Pineville, LA 71360. Ph. 318-466-3456LITTER WHELPED 5-16-85 CH. TEXICANS HIGH N MIGHTYX GADS CHULA LIL SUGAR 1 male - 3 females Norma C. Gads Chula Poms 5908 Westside Road, El Paso, TX 79932 915 584-0942GROBYS POMERANIANSWe are expecting 4 litters in June. Some will be for sale.Call or write for details.DOLLY GROBY Route 1, Box 51409 994-2980________ Buna, TX 77612UTTER WHELPED 5-22-85 CH. PEDRONES MARK OF THE DRAGON 3 Stud84 X GADS CHULA ORANGE MIST 4 femalesNorma C. Gads Chula Poms 5908 Westside Road, El Paso, TX 79932 915 584-0942LITTER WHELPED 5-19-85CH. TOMBOYS PICO CHICO 2 Stud 84X GADS CHULA WEE HONEY 3 males - 1 female Norma C. Gads Chula Poms 5908 Westside Road, El Paso, TX 79932 915 584-0942LITTER WHELPED 5-30-85 CH. TEXICANS HIGH N MIGHTYX TRI-ARTS CHULA GOLD PUFF 1 male - 1 female Norma C. Gads Chula Poms 5908 Westside Road, El Paso, TX 79932_____________ 15 584-0942________________The Pom Reader June 198520TIME NEEDNT HOUND YOU...NO BONES ABOUT ITby Rose RadelHow often we hear someone involved in dogs say, If only I had more time. Were in a sport that offers many options and numerous challenges. Most of them are multifaceted and most of them are time consuming. We can exhibit, breed, handle, groom, train, etc many of us, in addition to caring for our dogs, attend classes and workshops study and teach practice and instruct. We become involved in dog clubs, attend meetings, serve on committees, run match and point shows...it goes on and on. And all of it takes time.Often, it seems to take more time than most of us feel we have. In reality, we all have the same amount of time - 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year. To quote Voltaire, Time is mans and womans most precious asset. All men neglect it regret the loss of it nothing can be done without it. Its no wonder that time management has become a subject of serious study and analysis by businesses and individuals alike. Its a subject of particular value to those of us actively participating in the dog world...be it showing, training, breeding, and the like.How we view time may help us to use this precious resource much more effectively. It is a different kind of resource. You cant buy it, sell it, rent it, steal it, borrow it, loan it, store is, save it, multiply it, fabricate it, modify it, or otherwise change it. All you can do is spend it.Time is free. It neither inflates nor deflates. It is not subject to depression, recession, or boom. To spend your time is to spend your life. You spend it as you will and only you can manage your time and spend it wisely...whether its work time or leisure.Consider some laws applicable to time management, which in reality, is you management.Parkinsons law - Work tends to fill the time available for its accomplishment. Have you ever groomed a dog in two hours, and then when you did it again with extra time available, it took three hours In other words, allot less time for a given task - youll do it more quickly.Paretos principle The significant elements of a set usually constitute a relatively small percentage of the total elements. Popularly referred to as the 8020 rule. Thus, 80 percent of your results come from 20 percent of the activities, and only 20 percent of the results come from the remaining activities.It appears valid that we should ask ourselves, Where does my time go We are sometimes likely to find a high proportion of our hours are frittered away in non- essential busy work, trivial interruptions, unnecessary details and the like...and that can be OK. But when we run short of time to do things we really want to, its worth doing something about it.Dr. Frederick Taylor, the founder of scientific management, once said Most of us can do three or four times as much as we ordinarily do without lengthening our working hours or even driving ourselves to exhaustion by days end. Even if we have apparently reached our highest level of effectiveness, it is usually possible to improve by a little extra effort.Begin to seriously question how you spend your time. Value your time. Become more time conscious. You can always make use of your time more judiciously Know what you want to accomplish. Set objectives for your dog world activities.Take time to plan. Recognize that planning takes time but saves time in the end. You must spend a little time to save a lot. Planning helps you gain perspective and recudes crises.Be selective about what you do, what you attend, what you read. Quality, not quantity, counts.Learn to say no. Over-commitment is so easy. Evaluate whether what you are being asked to do is something thats really meaningful to you before you decide to do it.Keep a To Do list. It helps you plan and prioritize and frees your mind to more creative channels. Youre less likely to forget something, too.Set priorities and concentrate on completing them. Omit non-essentials. Otherwise you risk not doing the important things. You start with a list and then assign each activity a label of high, medium, or low priority. Thinking about them might help in assigning priority levels.Start one part of a project that you find particularly interesting or that fits your mood at that time. This might spark some interest to go on.Most people benefit by breaking a job into smaller, less overwhelming parts. Break a job down to the point where each task is so simple that you cant possibly justify not doing it.Combine activities whenever possible. You can often do two things at once. Exercise yourself while walking your dogs and use that time for doing your thinking. Do nails and other grooming chores while catching up on the news by radio or listening to some informative tapes. Do some training while youre waiting to transfer some laundry from washer to dryer.-Hie Pom Reader June 198521Time by Rose Radel continuedSchedule your telephone time for when youre not likely to accomplish something else. Do similar tasks like telephone calls together. Knowing you have several to make will encourage you to be brief. Your friends will appreciate it...as will your budget. Plan your desk time. Get into the habit of handling paper work at a given time each day or a set evening^, perhaps while youre having your after- dinner coffee. The myriad of details associated with showing and breeding dogs becomes easier if done on a consistent basis. This might also save energy by reducing indecision about when to do it. Identify time wasters. Could you make your entries by phone Or type and photocopy a supply of entry forms and then just fill in the date, the show, etc. Ask yourself, Must I do this now Is there something more important I should be doing If there is, then do it. Dont procrastinate. How many of us burn the midnight oil when its not necessary if we get to the task when we should.Quoting from the book Getting Your Act Together, Efficiency is doing things right. Effectiveness is doing the right things. Decide what the right things are for you.Lastly, improve your eating, sleeping and exercise habits to increase your energy level. Arent we all sluggish after a heavy meal And doesnt exercise invigorate us, as well as help us to sleep betterWhen you start to think about it, you will find dozens of ways to spend your time...your life...more effectively. Different methods work best for different peopel Once youve defined your objectives, analyze your activities to make sure as many as possible hopefully more than Paretos 20 percent do contribute towards your objectives for yourself and your dogs.Become a better decision maker about the use of time. The focus should be on working smarter, not harder. Youve heard that before, right There are several good books on time management if you want to give the subject more serious study. I used one by Alan Lakin entitled How To Get Control Of Your Time And Your Life as reference. If lack of time hounds you, invest the time to make more time for yourself and your dogs. No bones about it, you and your canines will benefit. Our dogs are with us so short a time, shouldnt we try to make the best of those all too brief years. These same theories can, of course, also help us function better at work, with home projects, and in every facet of our lives. Use that most precious resource of time, to have the time of your life. Jessie 8s Barbara Young 603 435-8731Pomeranians Shih Tzu Ch. Stud Service Puppies OccasionallyLoudon Ridge Rd. Loudon, NH 03301BI-MAR POMERANIANSFOR SALE Bred females and two young male show prospects sired by BIS CH. BI-MAR SUNDANCE KID.Mary A. Rosenbaum Phones36520 28th Ave. South 206-838-6397Federal Way, Wa 98003 206-927-2369_______Rain Beau PomeraniansHome ofAmerican Canadian Ch. Coys Lucky EightAt stud to approved bitches Jean Sue Cook6810 S. Magnolia, Ocala, Florida 32676 904 237-1636JUSTA POMS presentsCh. Justa Menehune Group Placing andAustins A Knight To RememberHeavy coated blackWatch for them at the spring showsSharon Hiemenz 904 437-2190Route 1. 31 Remington Rd. Ormond Beach. FL 32074iohn e. heaftzPROFESSIONAL HANDLING IN CANADA POMS A SPECIALTY P.O. BOX 1259, TRURO, N.S. CANADA PHONE 902 895-7427Scotia Kennels, Regd.Breeder of 150 Champions in 27 Years Occasionally I have show prospect pups or older dogs for sale. Almost always have pet males, usually Champion sired but not what I consider show quality. Well protected by shots, 250.00 and up.Also occasionally have a proven stud or brood bitch and a Champion for sale. State all your wants in first letter.Edna E. Girardot P.O. Box 646 Floral City, FI 32636 904 726-2001WISHING YOU WELLTHE POM READER AND ALL READERSMARY VICKERS 2818 Jefferson Drive 703 960-7755 Alexandria, VA 22303Rose Radel113 Fairway Drive, East Hanover, NJ 07936The Pom Reader June 198522POMNOTESDear Joe Duane,Was all set to write a congratulatory note for Pom Reader 1, set it on my desk and...well, you know what happened...Lo and behold 2 came in the mail and Im horrified - time goes by so quicklyThis nonsense about nothing to do when you retire doesnt fit in my life I still wonder how I fit my teaching into all my other activitiesAt any rate - belated congratulations The Premiere Issue and the one that followed were enjoyable and well written. I thoroughly enjoy the magazines. One gets so much help - feeding, breeding, etc., etc., from the many articles.Thanks so muchArlene Czech AKC judge Dear Mr. McGinnis,Your first issue of THE POM READER was great. I meant to send in my subscription but simply forgot to do so. Please start my subscription with the April issue.Many thanks. K. G. Griffith Kannapolis, NC Dear SirWord of mouth is traveling for you and your new adventure, and so far it seems to be a very informative and interesting magazine for we Pom enthusiasts.Seeing as how I have not had the pleasure of a subscription, but have heard such good reports, I too would like very much to be a subscriber.Continued good luck and much success. I hope to be advertising with you in the near future.Sincerely, Shannon Johnson Davison, Michigan Dear Sir,I just finished reading your Premiere Issue of the Porn Reader. I enjoyed it very much and would like to subscribe to it. I raise a few Poms and do a little showing.Thank you, Lila Luckritz Clinton, Iowa Dear Sir,Please start my subscription to your new Pom magazine. As a Pom breeder, I am always glad to see a new publication on my special breed.Thank you very much.ARTWORK NANCY ROSSSincerely, Barbara Nagy Stephens City, Virginia Dear Mr. McGinnis,Am in receipt of my complimentary copy of the Pom Reader, and must tell you how impressed I am with it. Its really a quality publication. Please add me to your subscription list.Would also appreciate your sending me information on advertising rates. Thank youNorma C. Gad El Paso, Texas Dear Joe,Loved your first two issues of the Pom Reader. I looked forward to the second issue and was not disappointed. This is a magazine that all Pom people should have.Keep up the good work.Claire Flesner Lowell, Massachusetts Dear Duane Joe,How delighted I am to receive the Pom Reader. I find it informative and most enjoyable.Your fine efforts are truly appreciated. Sincerely,Kenneth D. Falconi AKC judgeThe Pom Reader June 1985SPECIALS ADDITIONAS OF THE APRIL 1985 AKC GAZETTEPresently we find a number of Poms making their impact in Specials competition. In order to keep you informed as to the progress of these hard-working members of the breed, we are pleased to offer you SPECIALS ADDITION.SPECIALS ADDITION is your monthly rating system of the Top Ten Pomeranian dogs and Top Ten Pomeranian bitches in the United States. Rules for the rating system are as follows.Breed points not to be confused with Championship points are allotted to CHAMPIONS OF RECORD according to the hightest placement received in any given AKC show.A number of points has been allotted to the various placements, and they are as followsBEST IN SHOW All Breeds 500 BEST IN SHOW Specialty 250BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX Specialty 75TOY GROUP FIRST 250TOY GROUP SECOND 150TOY GROUP THIRD 75TOY GROUP FOURTH 25BEST OF BREED 10BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX All Breed 5NOTE The only exception will be BISS will be worth 10points, and BOSS will be worth 5 points, until a total ofthree wins are published for that dog.The following is the ranking of the Top Ten SPECIALS DOGS AND Top Ten SPECIALS BITCHES as of the April GazettePOINTS DOGS5170 Ch. Coys Top of the Mark 1275 Ch. Bi Mar Sundance Kid 1090 Ch. D. Nees Darin Duffy 685 Ch. LLL Charming Gold Brandywine 635 Ch. Sungold Diamond Stud 615 Ch. Patricks Mister Larry 260 Ch. Millbrooks El Gran Caballero 260 Ch. Murphys Irish Shamrock 225 Ch. Daisys Little Bit of Jabil 180 Ch. Pomirish Prufs Jumping JackBITCHES245 Ch. Bev-Nors Toastys Tan Ya 35 Ch. Mike-Mars Sophie Mae 30 Ch. Emcees Golden Jaymy 30 Ch. Harbins Poetry In Motion 30 Ch. Sweet Hills Ebony Storm 25 Ch. McGuires Little Nike 25 Ch. Queenaire Glory Huntress 15 Ch. Sandtowns Bi-Mar April 10 Ch. LLL Charming Gold Kandee 10 Ch. Harbins Poetry In Motion 10 Ch. Silva Lade Little Miss Marker 10 Ch. Southland Toast To Bev-NorBISA3BISS BOSS I II III IV BOB BOS9 6 6 2 15 - - 1 1- 2 112 41 1 2 3 3 1- 1 3 3 111112 8 2 1 - - - 11 ... 1- - 1 2 10 1- 1 - - 3 1 tie placements alphabetical13332111216 _ 13322UPDATEAS OF THE APRIL 1985 AKC GAZETTEWelcome to UPDATE, your monthly rating list of breeders and exhibitors out there winning points in the show ring. As most all serious Pomeranian fanciers are, in one way or another, involved in campaigning their Poms for AKC Championship points, we feel that it is important to keep tabs on the Pomeranian doings in this area.The procedures for tallying the point scale are as followsThe source for all points is the official show awards book of the AKC Gazette. Only this publication will be used for point credits. Exhibitors are credited with all AKC Championship points won in the Gazette year, and published monthly according to appearance in the Gazette. As keeping track of each and every AKC show in the United States is an onerous task accomplished diligently by AKC, many times the actual show dates will vary from the date of publication i.e.- a September show may not be published until November.. The Gazette year, as a rule, runs from about October of the previous year until September of the present calendar year.Point are allotted to THE REGISTERED OWNER OF THE DOG AT THE TIME OF COMPETITION.Any questions concerning UPDATE may be addressed to the editor.THE FOLLOWING IS A LISTING OF THE TOP TEN EX HIBITORS AS OF THE APRIL 1985 AKC GAZETTE.EXHIBITOR POINTSE. GIRARDOT 31J. B. YOUNG 29A. CANNON 28N. GAD 28S. BAUGNIET 27L.W. CLARK 25L. ABJORNSON 22D. S. DAVIS 20G. HODSON 18E. MILLER 16 tie Placements alphabeticalS^TieiSom tfleace^9our- SAouKxm o^Sure -r ed ^Sormwom jfleacferSHieoms leaceJwer ams ^teaceMarch 1985mApril 1985MAY 19851A 1pp mwmvuK "M.American, Canadian Champion OfWuiA Gr. nt 6iance CH. PRECIOUS PETIT RIPLE SUPREME m rV0Kt SMITH KENNE.I. CLUB , k FORT smith11 ,9 DECEMBERS t3 Sjjjji tOY GROUP' TSS mo mmCH. 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