VmAUGUST 1986OfcisrvN'\ ^x.-rs\\.'i ''4- , . ' -__ ._. .MULTIPLE BEST IN SHOWCH. D-NEES DARIN DUFFIEDuffie Aitf Does It Better mxIV. '..1082 - A.P.C.Phoenix - B.O.B.284 - A.P.C.New York - B.O.B.1184 - A.P.C.Philadelphia - B.O.B. 1st Stud Dog Class 285 - A.P.C.New York - B.O.B. 1st Stud Dog Class 885 - A.P.C.Houston - B.O.B.786 - A.P.C.Brush Prairie - B.O.B. Veterans ClassStud Service Puppies Occasionally0-y\e'PROFESSIONAL HANDLERNadine Hersil 414481-55563Youd Think He Was An Angel....Precious says Congratulations, big brother Gabriel...1 POMERANIAN, JUNE 1986k...Youll be a hard act to followOwner Dorothy F. MartinRoute 2, Box 30M Rock Hill, SC 29730Breeder Claudia J. PfefferP.O. Box 10432 Jefferson, LA 70121FOR SALE Ch. Queenaire Coup DEtat, whelped 10-28-80. Red proven sire of Champion offspring andSpecialty winners. Queenaire Model breeding,,,,,,,, 750.00 Red female sired by full brother to BIS Ch. Bi-Mar Sundance Kid and out of a Scotia bredfemale, whelped 11-14-83. Bred to a son of Ch. Thelduns Almond Fudge......................................750.00 Red sable male whelped 5-5-85 sired by BIS Ch. Bi-Mar Sundance Kid and out of a Black Tan female that is a littermate to BIS Ch. Bev-Nors Toastys Tan-Ya. Lucky has 7 points including a 5 point major. Proven sire. Sold only to show home. Sable female sire by a full brother to BIS Ch. Bev-Nors Toastys Tan-Ya and out of a granddaughter to BIS Ch. Bev-Nors Tar-Zan.BI-MAR POMERANIANSMARY A. ROSENBAUM 206-838-639736520 28TH AVENUE SOUTH FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON 98003The Pom Reader August 19864omy ^leacerThePom Reader is published by Doll-McGinnis Enterprises, Incorporated, 8840 thru 8848 Beverly Hills, Lakeland, Florida, 33809, out of admiration for the purebred Pomeranian. EDITOR JOEMCGINNIS. BUSINESS MANAGER DUANE8.9.12.14.15.16.17.18.20.21.yCu^ut' ygfrVolume 2, Number 6M.x'sV'VJArtwork by Nancy RossTABLE OF CONTENTSTHE PURINA INVITATIONALThe results from the latest addition to the sport of purebred dogs.HOW TO LIMIT YOUR DOG BITE LIABILITYBy Mygnon Evans, Attorney At Law.SPOTLIGHT DR. LEON SELIGMANThe editors visit with the popular judge from Baltimore.SPECIALS ADDITIONThe Top Twenty Poms compiled from the January through July AKC Gazette.GENERALLY SPEAKING by Susan WadeSues just a gal who cant say NOUPDATEThe Top Ten Exhibitors compiled from the January through July AKC Gazette.ASK SHU-SHUOur four-footed Emily Vanderbilt dictates ringside etiquette. Ably assisted by Shannon Johnson.FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTIONPart II of the in-depth look at structure by Dr. Alvin Grossman.CARE AND RESEARCH by Carol A. RossonCarol declares war on ParasitesNEWS FROM ALL OVERA new book on Pomeranians, and a Pom named Teddy receives his rightful inharitance.DOLL. Postage paid at Lakeland, FL. 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This issue of the Pom Reader is made possible in part by the following advertisersFront CoverNADINE HERSIL, D-Nees Poms Back CoverSYLVIA KELLY, De Amo PomsBAKER, 0.......................................................... 15BAUGNIET, S.................................................. 11BARTHOLOMEW, N. F............................ 17CARSON, M. B............................................ 15COOK, S........................................................... 15CREED, C......................................................... 17DENLINGER PUBLICATIONS.....................22DOLL-MCGINNIS PUBLICATIONS.......... 21FIDDICK, J......................................................... 5FREIA, J............................................................ 17GAD, N.............................................................. 15GODDARD, T. 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J.................................................. 5ROSENBAUM, M......................................... 3,15SANDIFER, D.................................................. 21STAFFORD, J................................................... 13TERRITO, S..................................................... 11The Pom Reader August 19865CHESAIPOMERANIANSmMostly BonnerAristic LinesCHESAI POMSROBERT JOAN REILLY 26093 HIGHWAY 281 NORTH SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78260 Ph. 512-438-2667POM ACRES PHANTOM KELLYmfa vxm Producingquality Black Tan puppiesHOME OF THE PAMPERED POMPom Acres KennelR.R. 4Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613Robert Juanita Frddick Telephone 319-989-2199CH. MCKAMEYS IDEAL SUNSATIONCh. McKameys Ideal Conquest Ch. McKameys Ideal Stylestepper Krystals Cherry Kijafa Ch. Millamors Moonrock Ch. Daja Justa RocksampleHoods Sweet Cookie PTDCh. Ken Gay Cavalier Joe Ch. McKameys Cavaliers Pepper McKameys Little Dutchess Ch. McKameys Enchanting Pepper Ch. McKameys Enchanting Ben Jo McKameys Blossom Jo Ch. McKameys Ideal Conquest Ch. McKameys Star of GoldMcKameys Star Millicent Ch. McKameys Ideal Perfection Ch. McKameys Ideal Sunsation McKameys Elnor DianePuppies for breeding, show ring, or lovable pets, all popular bloodlines including Cavaliers, Sungolds, Millamor, Bonner, Creider, Hood, Cherokee, Emcees, Great Elms, Artistic, Models, Browns, Dixieland, English Hadleighs, Preservenes, Akelas, going back to our good old lines Julos, Moneybox, and many more.SuncauM' fflesisieAMrs. Norris McKamey, Route 1, Bettendorf, IA 52722, 319 332-5809Am. Can. Ch. Chriscendo City Lights Invites you to visit the Champions and the Champion makers at Tim Sue in their new home.TIM SUE GODDARD Route 2, Box 540 Opelousas, LAOur welcome mat is always out and we love to visitThe Pom Reader August 19866SHOWSIGHTI thought I had seen or heard of every two-bit, junky thing in my day I was wrong, and I am still, at this very moment, sick to my stomach about it.Why Well, Ill tell you. Some time back I brought what I shall hereinafter refer to as the Famous Champion, out of retirement for one show, just for the fun of it. You know, when you campaign one individual for a number of years, they get to be an extension of you - they sense your thoughts, you sense theirs, you become a team. And of course, you start to have conversations with your partner. Well, Eight Ball, do you want to fly to Vancouver to see Judge X or Well, Clementine, you should have known Judge Y wasnt going to like you, she never bred anything as nice as you. But once the career is over, you feel a little guilty leaving your former partner home. You start to pack the grooming case, the former star gets excited, thinking surely they will get to go this time - and you feel very badly.And so I gave in and took the Famous Champion out for one more romp, thinking it would do her good. Little did I know. Although we never intentionally leave dogs unattended at shows, there are times when you have to run to another ring, or help somebody hold dogs, and being a rather trusting soul, I really never worry too much.Anyhow, somebody threw something into the crate holding the Famous Champion. Nothing toxic, thank heaven, but enough to tangle up the ear fringes, mess up the face, and startle the Famous Champion enough to cause her to urinate and defecate in her crate - something she had never done, in over 150 shows, in three countries, anywhere. The Famous Champion was so mortified that she just crouched at the back of the crate and whimpered. I was furious at myself for letting her be subjected to that kind of treatment.And, of course, I was a little bit perturbed with whoever did the throwing. It could have been some kid with a glass of pop it could have been a lot of things. The fact that whoever threw the stuff had to walk around two X-pens and a grooming table, and then aim for the bottom one of four crates without getting a drop on anything else in the immediate area makes it all the more interesting.Ah well, you have to swallow a lot of dirt in life, but I felt compelled to do something, to let people know that we Dog Fanciers do not approve of such behavior. I dropped a letter to the Club, asking them to publish that I was offering a substantial reward for information leading to the persons responsible. I really didnt expect any response, but I felt better for having done that. Felt better for the Famous Champion.But only for a minute. A few days later I got a call from a lady, thanking me for making their club meeting. I said I didnt understand, I certainly wasnt there. Oh yes I was, she explained. They read my letter, got absolutely hysterical, and took to calling it The Coca-Cola Caper. Abusing an animal is amusing What kind of jerks would laugh about something The Pom Reader August 1986like thatOf course, I have been fortunate to be able to hang around with those that are not jerks. Everyone I know and love would jump in front of a Mack truck to save a puppy, without thinking twice. And I fully intend to stay in the presence of this type of person, and if at all possible, steer very clear of the jerks of the world.Oh well, enough of that. Everyone is gearing up for the fall shows, examining the puppies with The Breeders Patented X-Ray Vision, scouring the Gazette for the perfect show, planning ahead, hoping. And speaking of hoping, I hope everyone had a good time out at the APC Specialty - full coverage next month with photography by Claudia Pfeffer. Now the next big deal will be Houston, and we are going to try to make it again this year. And speaking of again this year, what well known Pom person has a new powerhouse of a pup, soon to make its debut Hold on to your hatsHats reminds me of something cute I saw the other day. I stopped at an oasis to call the office, and a huge semi came roaring in - the driver had on a cowboy hat, and on the doors it said Big Bill and Mindy. And on the dashboard I saw what appeared to be a stuffed animal. Not so - the driver hopped out, hollered Come on, Mindy, and...out jumped Mindy - a Pom, no less, and a very nice looking one, at that. Lots of coat, and little. Mindy ran around for a minute, found just the right spot for her break, and then - hopped right back up into the truck and settled back down on the dash. There were a lot of people around, and they were pointing and staring, surprised, no doubt, at the agility of the little dog. Or surprised at the truckers choice of traveling companions, Im not sure, but Ill bet those watching will never again refer to a Pom as dainty. Or if they do, they probably wont say it in front of Big Bill. Thank you, Big Bill, from all of us, and Mindy...Keep On TruckinSpeaking of Trucking, Tim Sue Goddard are all finished trucking their things to their new abode in, of course, Opelousas, and we wish the best to the Tim Sue gang in their new home. And Bob Jeanne Stafford, too - maybe now Jeanne will have time to submit her column, do you hear me JeanneAnd speaking of Keep, keep cool, enjoy the end of summer, and always maintain your sense of humor, no matter what. But as a final note to the people who laughed about The Coca Cola Caper, I quote from a waitress who once worked for me...Ive got two words for you, and they aint lets dance.Til next month, Poms AwayJMcGFROM THE EDITOR7SPECIFIC FOODS FOR YOUR DOGS SPECIFIC NEEDSHIGH ENERGYRecognizing The NeedHunting dogs. Work dogs. Show dogs. Finicky eaters. Dogs with weight maintenance problems or poor skin and coat conditions. Breeds with nervous dispositions. They can all benefit from Canine Performance. Because nutrition research indicates that these and other types of highly active adult dogs have higher than average energy requirements.The Canine Performance DifferenceMany high protein, high mineTal, allpurpose foods can be harmful to your dog's health, if fed over an extended period of time.But Canine Performance provides the optimum nutritional balance that dogs with extra energy requirements need throughout their adult years.Scientifically formulated by veterinary nutritionists, Canine Performance contains a high concentration of calories for stamina and to help maintain proper weight. It also provides just the right amount of quality protein, vitamins and minerals to help improve your dog's vitality and promote a healthy- looking coat.100 Satisfaction Guaranteeare restricted to help prevent harmful effects on the kidneys minerals are restricted to help prevent bladder stones and the level of salt is reduced to help prevent the onset of high blood pressure and heart disease.That's why Canine Performance can guarantee you'll see the difference in your dog's health and appearance.Not Sold In SupermarketsCanine Performance is available in 10,20 and 40 lb. bags only through veterinarians, authorized pet shops or other pet professionals. People who, like you, appreciate the benefits of superior nutrition.B SCIENCE DIET.Superior nutrition for the life of your petFor additional information on how to improve your dog's nutrition, write Hill's Customer Service Veterinarian. Hill's Pet Products, Inc., R O. Box 148, Topeka. Kansas 66601. Or call TOLL FREE 1-800-HILLS PR 1^800-255-0449, Monday-Riday, 800 a. m.-500 p.m Central Standard Tlity .Canine Performance is highly palatable. Yet the levels of protein and phosphorusfTimemat 5ISCEnCSDCT.PI SCfErcCE- L^DCT.CAINPfSrORMANCc' mXThe Pom Reader August 19868 THE PURINA INVITATIONAL FIRST PURINA INVITATIONAL RAISES MORE THAN 20,000 FOR DOG MUSEUM OF AMERICAST. LOUIS, June 24, 1986 - More than 20,000 was raisedby the Ralston Purina Company at the first Purina Invitational Invitational Dog Show for the benefit of the Dog Museum of America.Proceeds from the Purina Invitational, which was held June 3, 1986 at the Greensfelder Recreation Center in Queeny Park in suburban St. Louis County, were presented to the Dog Museum, which is relocating later this year from its current home in New York City.The Dog Museum has announced that its choices for a new location have been narrowed to St. Louis and Los Angeles. A final decision on its new location is expected by early autumn.A total of 462 dogs representing 136 breeds were entered in conformation competition at the Purina Invitational, which attracted entrants from 46 states. Invitations were sent in the spring to the top ten 10 show dogs from 1985 in each breed as determined by the Canine Chronicle System and the Routledge SystemCH. Devon Puff and Stuff, a four year old Bichon Frise owned and bred by Nancy Shapland of White Heath, Illinois, and handled by Mike Kemp was selected Best In Show winner. Ch. Telltale Royal Stuart, a three year old English Springer Spaniel owned by Celie Florence and Delores Streng of Sabot, Virginia, bred by Steve Jane Stewart, and handled by George Alston, was named Reserve Best in Show.Best in Show was judged by Dorothy Welsh, president of the Dog Museum of America. We are grateful for this wonderful gift from the Ralston Purina Company, said Mrs. Welsh. We intend to use these funds to make the Dog Museum bigger and better than ever, for the benefit and enjoyment of dog lovers around the nation and around the world.The Purina Invitational featured judging in seven group categories following Best of Breed judging. The Group winners wereNON SPORTING GROUP Judge Frank T. Sabella Ch. Devon Puff and Stuff, Bichon Frise. Owner Nancy Shapland. Breeder Owner. Handler Michael Kemp. SPORTING GROUP Judge Melbourne Downing Ch.The Pom Reader August 1986Telltale Royal Stuart, English Springer Spaniel. OwnerCelie Florence Delores Streng. Breeder Steve Jane Stewart. Handler George Alston.HOUND GROUP Judge Emil Klinckhardt Ch. Karim Zahab Al Bokay, Saluki. Owner Julie Mueller. Breeder Bob Kathy Clemenson. Handler Eugene Blake. WORKING GROUP Judge Michele Billings Ch. Shersan Chang OPace VHalidom, Bernese Mountain Dog. Owner Robert Carolyn Kinley. Breeder Millicent Buchanan. Handler Bobbi Kinley.TERRIER GROUP Judge Robert Moore Ch. Sylair Special Edition, Wire Fox Terrier. Owner Jean Heath William Cosby. Breeder Mr. Mrs. P. G. Potter. Handler Clay Coady.TOY GROUP Judge Dr. Richard Meen Ch. St. Aubrey Bees Wing ofElsdon, Pekingese. Owner Edward B. Jen- ner. Breeder R. W. Taylor. Handler Luc Boileau.[Ed. note I will here interject the Breed winners in each Toy Breed.]AFFENPINSCHERS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Flo- Stars Tandy Tane, Owner Florence Strohmaier Dr. Mrs. B. Lubke Breeder Florence Strohmaier. AgentMarybeth Lubke.BRUSSELS GRIFFON, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Treyacres Inque, Owner Treyacres Kennel Reg. Breeder H. L. Benninger Teryacres Kennel Reg.. Agent TomGlassford.CHIHUAHUAS LONG COAT, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Regalaires Masked Marvel Jr., Owner Joseph Mozelle Smith Breeder Owners. Agent Mike Kemp. CHIHUAHUAS SMOOTH COAT, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Jo-Els Drummer Boy, Owner Joan Russ Kruetzman Breeder Owners.ENGLISH TOY SPANIELS BLENHEIM PRINCE CHARLES, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Don-E-Brooks Princess Amanda, Owner Don W. Brinkley Breeder Owner.ENGLISH TOY SPANIELS KING CHARLES RUBY, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Anfras Lady Braunwyn, Owner Don W. Brinkley Breeder Anthony Crisci Frances Voynick.9PURINA INVITATIONAL TOY BEST OF BREED WINNERS ContinuedITALIAN GREYHOUNDS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Loracs Blue Danube, Owner Carol S. McCarthy Breeder Owner.JAPANESE CHIN, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Navron Tykee, Owner Michael Carole Benson Lucien Collins Breeder Derek Geraldine Smith.MALTESE, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Keolis Small Kraft Warning, Owner Carol Frances Andersen Breeder Jeffrey Molly Sunde. Agent Jackie Liddle.MANCHESTER TERRIERS TOY, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Saint Lazars Monterey Jack, Owner Charles Wanda WalkerBreeder Owners.MINIATURE PINSCHERS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Ruffians Starbuck, Owner Larry Dewey L. Smith Breeder Larry Dewey. Agent Larry Dewey.PAPILLONS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Azorese Champagne, Owner Ellen Akers Elizabeth Manger Breeder Dr. Mrs. Martin Manger. Agent Ellen Marie Akers.PEKINGESE, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. St. Aubrey Bees Wing of Elsdon, Owner Edward B. Jenner Breeder R. William Taylor. Agent Luc Boileau.POMERANIANS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. D-Nees Darin Duffie, Owner Carol Frances Andersen Breeder Nadine Her- sil. Agent Jackie Liddle.PUGS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Paulmars Little Luke, Owner Martha J. Pratt Breeder Owner.SHIH TZU, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Taylwags PBR Donimie, Owner Steve Taylor Bill Wagner Sandy TremontBreeder Pat Fitch.SILKY TERRIERS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Tri-K Marinas Kalypso Kali, Owner Mrs. Kriss Kristin Griffin Breeder Owners.YORKSHIRE TERRIERS, judge Mr. Frank T. Sabella Ch. Barbees Notorious, Owner Joan Yost Pat Newstat E. Tad- die Breeder Barbara Charles Marlene Switzer. Agent Terence Childs.Judging was in accordance with American Kennel Club rules and regulations, with the exception of Reserve Best In Show.Eleven thousand dollars in cash prizes was awarded, including 2,500 for Best in Show, 1,500 for Reserve Best In Show, and 500.00 to the first place winners in each of the Groups. Second place 250.00 third place 150.00 fourth place 100.00.Rosettes were given to all Breed winners and certificates were presented to all participants. A Silver Loving Cup engraved with the name of the Best in Show winners will bepermanently displayed at the Dog Museum.We are very proud and honored to present these proceeds to the Dog Museum of America, said George P. Cook, director of professional programs for Ralston Purina. We wish the Dog Museum continued success at its new location, and in its efforts to become an even more attractive setting in which dog lovers can learn more about the best and the brightest of our canine friends.We are also very excited by the great success of this inaugural Purina Invitational, added Cook. We look forward to next years Purina Invitational, which we believe is well on its way to becoming one of the premiere dog shows in North America.The Purina Invitational was supported by Roy Jones Dog Shows, Canine Chronicle, and the St. Louis County Parks and Recreation Department.Ralston Purina is the leading manufacturer of dog foods and a leader in dog nutrition.Courtesy of AARON D. CUSHMAN ASSOCIATES, INC.GfiaotfAau' ^omeraniansy,,aa.Windjammer Pomeranians on their new location and new arrivals all in one move. Good Luck Bob JeanneSHANNON JOHNSON6270 TRIPP ROAD HOLLY, MICHIGAN 48442 313634-1331DOVER - HOLIHOUSE POMSHome ofAm. Can. Ch. Mi Dee Mikie of the Pines3 pound true creamCh. Camelots Mighty Thor5 pound blackCh. Edneys Little Bronco3V2 pound true orange sableCamelots Rebel Did It5 pound deep red sablePombredens Lil Blue Testament4 pound blue Also our Parti Boys Pombredens Read Luke Sixteen Dovers Little Caesar of PombredenAll Black White Parti with blazesAll Boys Are At Public StudFee Pedigrees Upon RequestCallPat 609-394-0298 or Kathy 609-695-1642The Pom Reader August 198610HOW TO LIMIT YOUR DOG-BITE LIABILITYMygnon Evans, Attorney At LawThe last column discussed the potential liabilities faced by owners and keepers if the dog bites or otherwise injures someone else. Of major significance to owners are the strict liability statutes dog bite laws adopted by some states, which make the owner responsible for the injuries caused by the dog without any need to show that the owner was negligent. Under these laws, if the dog bites, the owner pays. Such an explanation leads inexorably to the obvious question what can an owner do to eliminate or reduce his liability One approach is to incorporate your dog business give it a name and a separate identity. The law looks upon a corporation as a separate and distinct legal entity it is a person - admittedly artificial - in the eyes of the law. If the corporation owns the dog and the dog bites Martha, Martha can sue the corporation, not you, the stockholder.One word of caution, however the law will not recognize a sham. If Martha can show that you and the corporation are alter egos, she can pierce the corporate veil and win a judgment against you personally. Thus, it is of critical importance that you make the corporation, in fact as well as in the law, a separate entity. Keep a separate checking account, maintain separate books, hold necessary stockholders and officers meetings and keep minutes of those meetings, do the things that corporations are supposed to do so that the corporate existence will not be challenged.You need to recognize also that certain tax consequences flow from the act of incorporating. Corporations must pay income taxes, although usually at a lower rate than do individuals, so profits from the business may be subject to double taxation if paid out in dividends on the other hand, profits retained by the corporation - subject to certain maximum amounts -- may be taxed at a lower rate than if they were The Pom Reader August 1986personal income.Another tax facet to consider is to declare the business an S Corporation and eliminate most of the tax consequences. The result corporate profits and losses flow through the corporation to the individual stockholders. Thus, no double taxation.Whats best for you at any particular time depends upon individual circumstances. It also depends upon your plans for your business. The chief advantage of incorporating, however, is limited liability, not taxes.A less complicated method of dealing with liability issues is to transfer ownership of the dogs. If it is the owner of the dog who is liable, then you might make a relative who has few assets the owner. Obviously, your judgement-proof relative would have to be a person you can trust to transfer the title back to you upon request.It should be emphasized that transfer of ownership is helpful only in the face of strict liability laws. If the person handling, keeping, or boarding the dog is negligent, he will be liable regardless of who the owner is.Finally, a very simple and prudent measure that owners and keepers of dogs might take to protect themselves is to post notices on the premises. Laws vary from state to state, so any general prescription in this column would be inappropriate. However, using the Florida statute as an example, we note that by posting an easily readable sign that contains the words Bad Dog in a prominent place on the premises, the owner is no longer strictly liable for injuries caused by the animal on the premises.Mygnon Evans is a practicing attorney with a keen interest in the interaction between dog fanciers and the law. Direct any questions you may have to herin care of this magazine. JMcGPommsH Kzkwbis11POMERANIANS IRISH SETTERS NORWICH TERRIERSDick Sally Baugniet 11224 Ct. Hwy. BPhone 414-755-2994 Mishicot, Wl 54228Breeders of 37 Pomeranian Champions, 26 Norwich Terrier Champions, 1 Irish Setter Champion1R 0 U PCH. POMIRISH SCOOTER'S VICTORYFLASH Victor takes another Group First A GOOD Victor picture in the September IssueOcrnrito- PRESENTS...oiy. oesi QrayofiSire. Ch. Bonners Lisastar LegacyDam Sues Golden MelodyDragon finished his championship in limited showing, owner handled. Id like to thank Mrs. Bonner for all her help and encouragement, and for allowing me the privilege of owning this gorgeous young male.Dragon is at stud to approved bitches, and is a proven, eager stud.OwnerHandler SANDRA TERRITOP.O. Box 33 Lakeland, LA 70752 Tel. 504 627-5200The Pom Reader August 198612Judge of the MonthDR. LEON SELIGMAN-vNottoo long ago, Dr. Leon Seligman attended his 50th Class Reunion with his University of Maryland Dental School contemporaries, but there was one difference...Dr. Seligman was still actively practicing long after many of the others retired. One of the reasons for this was Dr. Seligmans concern for his patients, evidenced by the manner in which he finally did retire. Slowly, over a 5 year period, Leon Seligman eased his patients over to the doctors who would then care for them, no abrupt changes, no shattering their confidence, nice and ciean. Everything in its own time Leon Seligman is not a man to rush into things.And this is evidenced by his start in judging pure-bred dogs. The Foxtown Kennels of Dr. Seligman was founded in 1940, but the war intervened, and Dr. Seligman enlisted in the Air Force in the Dental Corps. While stationed at the Columbia Army Base in Columbia, South Carolina, Dr. Seligman became acquainted with the President of the local Kennel Club, Mr. B. H. Bostick, who asked Leon if he would judge their match show. Apparently his judging was excellent, for six months later Mr. Bostick asked him to judge Terriers at their next point show. Leon replied that he was not licensed to judge. Mr. Bostick then said that if Leon could give him the names of three people who knew his background in dogs, be they judges or breeders, he could get a license. Leon replied that he would ask for Fox Terriers, Airedales, and Welsh Terriers, but not the rest of the Group - he felt that he did not know the other breeds sufficiently well When he was satisfied that his knowledge was sufficient, he applied for additional breeds, and presently is licensed for all Toys, all Terriers, all Non-Sporting, Best In Show, and Groups 4, 5, and 6.mlFirst judging assignment 1945Dr. Seligmans professional career was highlighted in 1974 when he was elected to Fellowship in the American College of Dentists - this is the greatest honor that a dentist can receive. His judging career has been highlighted with many top assignments, one of the most memorable being the Federacion Canofila Mexicana A.C. show in Mexico City, although Dr. Seligman enjoys each and every assignment he accepts.It has been a sad year for Leon Seligman due to the loss of his beloved wife and companion Ida Jacobson Seligman a very popular member of the dog fancy, Ida is missed by all that knew her, and our sympathy goes out to Dr. Seligman, son Gary and wife Judy, and the grandchildren Lauri, Brian, Heather, and Holly. It is a measure of his dedication to the sport that Dr. Seligman continues to strive for the betterment of the Breed.The Pom Reader August 1986[Continued next page]13Leon Seligman continuedmC5.Dr. Mrs. Seligman in 1961.The Pomeranian has long been one of Dr. Seligmans favorite breeds. I asked Dr. Seligman what he looks for in judging PomsThe procedure I use from the time the dogs enter the ring until I make my placement as they move around the ring is this I will be looking to see their general appearance and type. Also the movement - free and strong with that prance and bounce that is desirable.Next, I place the dogs on the table and look at the head, ear carriage, bite and expression. Head characteristics are strongly hereditary, and the head is an important part of the Pomeranian. I find heads that are not foxie in outline, some with large eyes, and other with bad ear placement. Ears are most important to the appearance of a Pom they should be small, set high on the head and close together. The eyes should be medium in size, bright and dark in color.The neck should be rather short and blending into the shoulders. This is one of the good points I find in the Poms that are being shown now.Now I will look at the front legs to see the bone structure, and if they are straight and parallel. There are some fronts that I find out at the elbows, which tend to make their feet turn in, but most of the Poms today have good front legs.Next, the body should be short and compact with a level topline. There are too many long backs, and I think the Poms are becoming too large.The hind legs are my next consideration, and here I find too many poor rears, some with the legs too wide apart, which makes the dog appear to waddle as it moves. Others the legs are too close the legs will appear to cross as they move.Finally I take notice of the tail set and coat which is very important. The tail should be set high and carried flat over the back. I am finding some low tail sets which tend to take away from the characteristic appearance of the breed. Last but not least, I look and feel the coat.Is it adhering to the Standard So far as color, texture,9-asdensity and uniformity. I rarely find bad coats.Dr. Seligman, of course, handled a great many dogs to top awards, and has definite ideas about handlingIf theres one thing I dont like its over-handling. You often see people in the ring juggling the bait around - the poor dogs head is bopping up and down - how can you see the head Im not saying not to bait, but enough is enough. These same people are the ones who do not pay attention to the judge.Baiting can make or break a dog. Used improperly, it can ruin the picture. Used properly, it can bring a dog up, up, bring it to attention - thats impressive.I love show showmanship in a dog - that counts in my book. Given two exhibits of equal quality, I will always go for the showman.I thought a minute, and then asked Dr. Seligman if what he likes is the invisible type handler. THATS THE WAY TO SHOW A DOGUSpecial thanks to Dr. Seligman for his time and for the use of the photos. JMcGWINDJAMMER POMERANIANSProudly welcomes JASONPRECIOUS PETIT TOUCH OF RIPLECh. Bev-Nors Fudge Ripple x Bev-Nors Golden NuggetA REPEAT OF THE GORGEOUS "ABEOur special thanks to breeder and Co-owner Claudia Pfeffer. Bob Jean Stafford1231 Carberry Rd., Niles, Ml 49120. 616 683-0214cjCenette ^omeraniand409Ch. Woods Magic Masterpiece Stud Fee 100.00Magic is mostly Models and Great Elms breeding. Siring lovely deep orange and red-orange puppies.Other Champion studs available in reds and oranges. Studs are available only to standard color bitches of good quality. We do not breed to rare colors or half breeds.Puppies generally available sired by top champions.Breeders of fine Poms since 1957 4345 Rogers Lake Road Kannapolis, N. C. 28081 Phone 704 938-2042 K. G. GRIFFITH, OwnerThe Pom Reader August 198614---------------- SPECIALS ADDITION --------------------TOPTWENTY POMERANIANS - JANUARY THRU JULY 1986 GAZETTEPresently we find a number of Poms making their im- A number of points has been allotted to the variouspact in Specials competition. In order to keep you in- placements, and they are as followsformed as to the progress of these hard-working BEST IN SHOW All Breeds........................ 500members of the breed, we are pleased to offer you BEST IN SHOW Specialty.......................... 250SPECIALS ADDITION. BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX Specialty. 75SPECIALS ADDITION is your monthly rating system TOY GROUP FIRST....................................... 250of the Top Twenty Pomeranians in the United States. TOY GROUP SECOND.................................. 150Rules for the rating system are as follows. TOY GROUP THIRD......................................... 75Breed points not to be confused with Championship TOY GROUP FOURTH.................................... 25points are allotted to individuals according to the BEST OF BREED............................................. 10highest placement received in any given AKC show, as Statistician Susan Wade. The following is the listing reported in the American Kennel Club Show, Obedience of the Top Twenty Pomeranians, JANUARY THRU JU- and Field Trials Awards Book. Only this source will be LY 1986 AKC Gazette used for point awards.POINTS NAME BISA BISS BOSS I n m IV BOB2635 Ch. Precious Petites Gabriel d.................................. 1 1 - 3 2 5 4 111400 Ch. Precious Petit Riple Supreme d...................... .... - - 2 3 4 2 101295 Ch. Great Elms Prince Charming II d.................... .... - - 3 3 1 - 21270 Ch. Daisys Little Bit of Jabil d................................... 1 - - 5 1 3 121230 Ch. Herds Little Yo Yo d........................................ - - 4 - 2 2 31150 Ch. D-Nees Darin Duffie d.......................................... - - 2 2 3 3 51025 Ch. Texicans Giant Killer Chula d......................... - - 1 3 2 1 15825 Ch. Mullers Encore d............................................. 1 - - 2 1 2 15785 Ch. Apolloette Ever Ready Rocky d...................... .... - - - 3 4 - 4695 Ch. Bi-Mar Sundance Kid d.................................... 1 - 1 1 - 1 2640 Ch. Bells Houston Star Performer d..................... - - 2 - 1 1 4496 Hilanes Sonja of Mai T Toi b........................... - - 1 1 - 1 7475 Ch. Bev-Nors Statesman d.................................... - - 1 1 - 1 14470 Ch. Pomirish Scooters Victory d.......................... - - 1 1 - - 7455 Ch. Southlands Toast to Bev-Nor b - - 1 - 1 1 1 13410 Ch. Harbins Time To Pop The Cork d................... - - - 2 - 2 6410 Ch. Patricks Mr. Larry d......................................... - - - 1 2 2 6400 Ch. Queenaire Whizzle Stick d............................... 1 - - - 2 - 330 Ch. LRs Monty Rock of Millamor d...................... - - 1 2 - - 3315 Ch. Texicans Great Balls of Fire d........................ _ _ _ _ 1 1 2 4Tie placements alphabeticalom tfleacer'Your Showcase for Purebred PomsThe Pom Reader August 1986GENERALLY SPEAKING...by Susan WadeRemember the musical Oklahoma and what Ado Annie couldnt say Well, Im originally from Oklahoma, my name isnt Annie, but we seem to be in much the same boat... caint say NO The summer hiatus is upon us - after this coming weekend there will be no shows within reasonable driving distance for six to eight weeks. My project for the summer is to learn to say No Not Hell, NO or x xt NO -- just a plain and simple NO will do for a start.This coming weekend is the regional specialty for my club - no cause for alarm - a time to have fun. Sure I plan to have lots of fun after my second trip to the show site thank goodness it isnt very far. Two trips Yep Since I couldnt force that word out of my throat, I am Hospitality Chairman. My little wagon will just about hold all the booze, wine, beer, cheese, chips, napkins, etc., that I purchased for the Hospitality Room. Off I go to dump all this in the suite. Back home to load up all my dogs. First stop to drop off the two that are being shown with their handler. Next stop which is right on the way to drop off the girls at their weekend home and then to a friends house to drop off the 15 year old Queen Dowager and the 12 week old puppy. Finally to the site.The building is open and our first-time Show Chairman will need some help getting the ring set up, covering the carpeting with plastic and since I am also Chief Ring Steward, Ill set up the table for the ring and get all the ribbons out and in place. Then off to find the Treasurer to turn in all the money for lunch and dinner reservations those have been coming in for the past few weeks. Now a quick dash up to the hotel office to make sure the Sweeps Judge's room has the wine basket we ordered and to see if he and his wife have checked in -- off to welcome them and arrange for their entertainment for the evening.To my room - whoops Promised my roomie I would do a last minute grooming on her dogs, get that done. Dinner Just bring me a sandwich Finish all that - X the dogs Roomie can watch those, I have to get over to the Hospitality Suite. Take some more dinner reservations on the way. The pool sure looks inviting - maybe later Past on the smile and try to remember the names from last year The pool closes at 1000 - maybe Ill make it.Up bright and early - to the show building - make sure the Miniature Danish are out with the coffee - have a few - Who moved the Ribbons OK The smile is in place again. Ah Theres Fred - last minute touch up on my own dogs. Sweeps in 15 minutes and I havent changed clothes. At least, the face is on already Back to the show and off we go Its hard to mark a catalog, make sure the stewards have everything they need and still take more dinner reservations Luncheon time Zip through that - more judging - while they are doing the Open Bitches, Ill check the Hospitality Suite - ice, booze, glasses, goodies - looks pretty neat Best of Breed and were off again. Change Clothes - Quick - apply smile and get over to greet everyone. Finally, DINNER IS SERVED Tonight I will get to the pool...maybeNext year I vow....I will NOT take dinner reservations, I will NOT be Hosptility Chairman, I will NOTbe Chief Ring Steward, I will NOT do a last minute grooming for all and sundry BUT I WILL be poolside with a nice chilled glass of white wine...look for me therelllD9Susan15EMCEES POMS14 years of breeding and raising Poms. Have bred and finished over 35 Champions. Occasionally we have show prospects, a few pets, older Poms for sale. All from top producing bloodlines. Champion sired. All have clean bill of health. 350.00 and up.Morris Betty Carson, 9826 Waltham Drive, Richmond, VA 23233. Ph. 804 740-7977JDs Pompous PomsHome of CH. CIRCLE M COMES A HOSSMAN and EMCEES TRULY A DIAMOND. Pets, adults, and show prospect puppies.Janet Hovey, 5136 W. Avenue M-2, Quartz Hill, CA 93536 temporary address. Ph. 805 943-6516 ^omen2man WITH PLANNED PARENTHOOD DARRELL OLGA BAKER 207 Shirleen Drive Seabrook, Texas 77586 713 326-2250MILLAMORELEANOR KEN MILLER5426 Spring Lake Drive Lakeland, Florida 33803 Residence Telephone 813 646-5864Rain Beau PomeraniansHome ofAmerican Canadian Ch. Coy's Lucky EightAt stud to approved bitches Jean Sue Cook6810 S. Magnolia, Ocala, Florida 32676 904 237-1636Multiple Best In ShowCH. BI-MAR SUNDANCE KIDBI-MAR POMERANIANSMary A. Rosenbaum Phones36520 28th Ave. South 206-838-6397Federal Wav. Wa 98003 206-927-2369HOME OF THE4 KILLER fcAND ALL THOSE GORGEOUS GIRLS 5908 Westside Road El Paso, TX 79932BEV-NOR POMS - Home of CH. BEV-NORS TOASTED FUDGE 1Pom 1981, 1982, 1983, 24 BIS, 5 Specialty Bests, Sire of top winning Female 1984, and 1st Black Tan to go B.I.S.A., Chs, Multiple Group Winners. Stud Fee 200.00 limited to 20 bitches per year AND CH. THELDUNS ALMOND FUDGE sire of 23 Chs, BIS Dogs, Group, and Specialty winners. A Top Producer every year. Stud Fee S250.00 limited to 15 bitches per year. Make your reservations now, as they will be on a limited basis effective Nov 1, 85to Nov 1, 86.. Bev Norris, 301-255-1343, 7747 Meadow Road, Pasadena, MD 21122NORMA C. GAD 915 584-0942The Pom Reader August 198616----------- UPDATE --------------TOPTEN EXHIBITORS JANUARY THRU JULY 1986 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 UnitedStates 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, rims from about October of the previous year until September of the present calendar year.Points are allotted to THE REGISTERED OWNER OF THE DOG AT THE TIME OF COMPETITION.Statistician Susan Wade. Any questions concerning UPDATE may be addressed to the editor.THE FOLLOWING IS THE LISTING OF THE TOP TEN EXHIBITORS JANUARY THRU JULY 1986 AKC GAZETTE.EXHIBITOR POINTSS. BAUGNIET........................................... 53E. GIRARDOT...........................................50M. M. PRESSER....................................45E. MILLER.................................................38B. MCDONALD........................................30O. BAKER................................................28L. D. JOHNSON...................................28C. READY...............................................27RINEHART EPPS.................................27S. TERRITO.............................................. 24C. J. EDMISTON.................................26A. LAFORTUNE...................................... 26J. LUGINSLAND......................................26D. WATTS............................................... 26S7ly OY71 ffteuzerYour Showcase for Purebred PomsThe Pom Reader August 198617SAu-SAaThe following has been rated I I insulting and insolent. Please dont take a personal offense against Shu-Shus contemptuous conduct. Continue to write - we love hearing from you. Letters may be condensed to fit available space.Dear Shu-ShuI am one of your biggest figuratively speaking fans. I have had a dilemna arise and I think I solved it by asking myself, What would Shu-Shu do. I have begun LEAD TRAINING for the show ring and I dont much like it and am having a time wondering if I am going to like this going to the show business. If going to the shows is good, Ill be good. If its something else, I am going to pitch a belly-up screaming fit, the likes of which has never been seen before. Think it will work I WANT TO MAKE YOU PROUD OF ME.Little BitS.A., Texas Dear Little Bit Did you delete the CH at the end of your name Knowledgeably speaking, DOG SHOWS are just a blast for everyone of us. For the JUDGE who for some strange reason cant keep his hands to himself, the RING STEWARD Who gets his frustration out by yelling stupid numbers, the HANDLERS who are your best friend if you win everything, otherwise they forget what breed you hail from, your loving OWNER who loves you, pampers you, cuddles you up until the day you lose. Even the VENDORS have a great time they always have the BEST PRICE, the BEST PRODUCT, and the very BEST BULL, a dog which I havent yet met.Dont get frightened with the other exhibitors and their dogs, especially the little larger ones who take a bite out of you when you are twisting and turning on the lead, or the ones that find you as attractive as the local fire hydrant while you are patiently waiting at ringside, ever so still. Make sure that you know what shoes your ownerhandler is wearing so you wont follow the wrong shoes and get lost and wind up going home via the expressway when you arrived by plane. The fragrance floating in the air for indoor shows only can be very familiar to you if you are a kennel type dog, otherwise, if you are a house dog, a breath of fresh air now and then is in order. Yes, Little Bit, you will have a fine time, and now if you will excuse me, I have to see who is throwing a belly-up screaming fit, as we make entry into the ring. Good luck, Dear if you make it through one show Ill be real proud.Supportingly yours,g..Shu-ShuSfasieaJerrie Freia P. O. Box 2775 Morgan City, LA 70381 504-384-7466ICERAMA POMERANIANSSKIP PIAZZA Co-OwnerProfessional Handler Jon MarcantonioTHE KENNELS 527 B Church Road Avondale, PA 19311 215-268-8000 or 215-268-2266Labradors Smooth Fox TerriersBANDBOXCh. Stud Service in Orange, Cream Red Sable Puppies and Adults Occasionally501-489-5733NANCY DEFOREST BARTHOLOMEW Rt. 1, Box 182 501-489-5733 OLA, AR 72853yfadaette' lSomeranuviMarlene Marlin Presser209 886-5561 21789 E. Hwy 4 Stockton, CA 95205john e. heartzratpiwjp'' PROFESSIONAL HANDLING IN CANADA POMS A SPECIALTY P.O. BOX 1259, TRURO, N.S. CANADA PHONE 902 895-7427JUSTA POMS presentsCh. Justa MenehuneGroup Placingand Austins A Knight To Remember Heavy Coated BlackWATCH FOR THEM AT THE SHOWS SHARON HIEMENZ Rt 1, Remington Road 904 437-2190 Ormond Beach. FL 32074LLL KENNELSJanice Luginsland, Route 1, Box 97, Americus, KS 66835 Ph. 316-443-5157SOUTHLANDSouthland Poms - Rays of Sunshine6618 Lost Ridge, Pineville, LA 71360 Ph. 318-466-3456Charlotte CreedSend your letters to Shu-Shu Shannon Johnson at 6270 Tripp Road, Holly, Ml 48442.The Pom Reader August 1986FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION - PART IIby Dr. Alvin GrossmanMOVEMENTFor many years Physiologists and even the vast majority of dog people believed that animals running at highter speeds would exact a higher cost in terms of energy burned - it didnt turn out that way Recent studies have shown that animals use up energy at a uniform, predictable rate as the speed of movement increases.As if that shattering piece of information wasnt enough - they found out that for any given animal, the amount of energy expended in getting from point A to point B was the same regardless of how fast the trip was taken. A Cheetah running 100 yards at a top speed of 60 MPH uses the same amount of energy as it would walking the same distance. The running is more exhausting because the calories are used up more quickly.Size, however, does make a difference. Small dogs require much more energy per unit of weight to run at top speed than a Great Dane would. Small dogs appear to have higher idling speeds. The cost of maintaining muscular tension and of stretching and shortening the muscles are higher in small animals.These same series of studies suggest that as much as 77 percent of the energy used in walking comes, not from the operation of the muscles themselves, but from a continual interplay between gravity and kinetic energy. From an engineering standpoint it seems that the body tends to rotate about a center of mass, somewhat like an egg rolling on end or the swing of an inverted pendulum. The 30 percent of effort supplied by the muscles is imparted through the limbs to the ground to keep the animals center of mass moving forward.At faster speeds four-footed animals appear to be capable of calling into use a work-saving scheme that relies upon the elastic storage of energy in muscles and tendons. Some are better at it than others. Some are capable of storing more energy per stride than others.During running or trotting the built-in springs for propulsion are the muscles and tendons of the limbs. When the animal has need to move even faster, he has the ability to use an even bigger spring. As the dogs shifts from the fast trot to a gallop they tend to use their bodies as a large spring to store more energy. They do not change the frequency of their strides, rather they increase the length of them.Simple Bio-MachinesLet us now consider how the dog compares with man-made machines. The dog can be compared to combinations of simple machines and other mechanical systems you might find in any factory. A few familiar examples will quickly clarify this analogy. The dogs legs for example. You could diagram them - as levers. The appendages of all aminals in fact, serve as levers. If you lay them out side by side, they would present a rather special array of machines. As we have certainly seen, dogs from the Chihuahua to the Great Dane present a wide variety of angles and levers.Of course you would expect this, for their owners have widely different ways of life. Modifications in such bio-levers reflect The Pom Reader August 1986the animals way of life. So you would expect the Salukis leg to be the kind of lever that gives the advantage of speed and distance by the same token you would expect the design of the front legs of the Dachshund, a burrowing animal, to provide for the multiplication of force, rather than the advantage of distance or speed.Another simple machine that is easy to detect in nature is the pulley. You will find the living counterpart of the pulley wherever you find a muscle-tendon joint apparatus. Whenever a tendon moves over a joint, it behaves like a pulley. Such mechanisms enable the dog to change the direction of force. A notable example of an application of the pulley principle is the action of the tendons and muscles in the dogs neck. When the handler strings the dog up on a tight lead, the ability of the dog to use that pulley correctly is gone. What you have looks like a spastic alligator moving. Inclined planes are prevalent in all living things, but their presence is not always obvious. They frequently appear as wedges, which are made up of two inclined planes arranged back-to-back. The incisors of the dog, for example, are wedges. The cutting action of these teeth is an application of the wedge principle in nature. Another illustration is when a Standard calls for a sloping topline in movement. The sloping plane from withers to tail is designed to harness the thrust or drive from the rear quarters and move the dog along a straight line with power.Hydraulics and LifeAny person who has tried to dam up a creek or in some other way tried to manage moving water has had experience with hydraulics. It involves the application of energy to practical uses. Frequently, therefore, hydraulics deals with the transfer of mechanical energy of moving fluids to the powering of machinery. It also deals with the use of pressure created by fluids hydraulic pressure. All this, of course, finds an application in biology, wherein fluid is of paramount importance. Applications of hydraulic pressure are evident in dogs. Certainly the pumping action of the heart as being responsible for the movement of blood through the circulatory system is an appropriate example. A Standard asking for a deep chest and the front wide enough for adequate heart and lung space is telling us we need room for a pump big enough to keep the dog going under pressure all day long. This pump exerts pressure, directly or indirectly, on all body fluids. As you know when the heart is in need of repair or is worn out, the blood pressure of the animal varies abnormally. When this happens, the animal finds it hard to maintain a proper fluid balance of its tissues and organs. The final result is interference with the movement of the materials of life. Death can occur if the equipment designed to maintain hydraulic pressure fails in its function. As you may recall from your school studies of anatomy, it takes more than the pumping of the heart to maintain normal fluid pressure in an animal. The condition of the arteries and the veins is equally important. If these circulatory structures do not have the proper strength or elasticity, this condition could cause abnormal variation in the hydraulic pressure of the body.Continued next page19FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION by A1 Grossman ContinuedThe arteries and veins are fluid conduits. Therefore, they must have a structural design that will enable them to withstand and adjust to sudden changes in hydraulic pressure. As you may recall how effectively the design met the need, the walls of the arteries are designed to have heavier muscular construction than the veins. Thats because the blood pumped under great pressure from the heart goes out through the arteries and returns under less pressure through the veins. Thus, the arteries can withstand greater pressure than the veins can tolerate. The arteries tend to be more elastic than the veins so they can react more quickly to changes in pressure and so regulate the movement of fluid to compensate for the change in the situation.Organic ArchitectureThe shape of a building usually reflects its function. The design of its various parts roof, doors, ventilators also relates to special functions and so it is with the shape of the dog. In a large dog, the design often calls for a shape that will provide the necessary strength, compactnesss and capability to perform certain functions. For example, dogs such as the Rottweiler were used to haul heavy loads. They were designed with a shoulder construction and balanced size that would enable them to perform this function. On the other hand, for example, a long and slender shape characterizes the coursing type of dog Afghan, Greyhound, Russian Wolfhound and Saluki. This shape facilitates the faster movement of energy from place to place. The Cocker, on the other hand, is designed with a balanced shape to beneither a hauler or speed demon, but to go at a moderate pace for a sustained period of time.Structure, Shape and Symmetry As we have noted, overall body shape has a definite relationship to a dogs way of life. It relates, for example, to the use of energy. It also has to do with the animals ability to relate to its environment and to perform the function for which it was originally bred. As you continue to study dogs, you will see more and more how the shape of things facilitates their function. Take the opportunity to see how the smooth functioning of an animal or of its parts, relates to its survival. As you look at your dog in the yard at home, in the show ring or out in the field working birds, look for the features of its design that might account for its survival and popularity. Look for the relationship of structural design to vital functions. Ask yourself How is the shape most suitable for the function of this structure How is the body shape of this animal related to tne environment in which it has to live In searching for answers, go beyond the obvious facts and look for subtle relationships. Look for special problems. For example, in reading many of the Breed magazines today we find breeders bewailing the promiscuous breedings and the terrible things that have happened to their Breed. They often point out their Breed is no longer able to perform its primary function because of straight shoulders, over-angulated rears or too much coat. Their claim is the Breed is no longer functional. FORM NO LONGER FOLLOWS FUNCTION................What are we as the breeders of today going to do about itDiiy SetemTer...THE POM READERS1986 DIRECTORY OF BITCHES SPECIAL RATES FULL PAGE 90.00 HALF PAGE 49.00ADS MAY INCLUDE ONE PHOTO, A THREE GENERATION PEDIGREE IF DESIRED, BRIEF REMARKS ABOUT HER SHOW CAREER, HER PUPPIES DONT MISS THIS ECONOMICAL OPPORTUNITY TO TELL THE WORLD HOW PROUD YOU ARE OF YOUR BEAUTIFUL LADIES ALL ADS WILL BE IN A PRIVATE SECTION OF THE MAGAZINE IN THE ORDER RECEIVED.The Pom Reader August 1986Serious Breeder Exhibitorfrom Denlinger Publishers by Dr. Alvin Grossmanno oumr cDE^maDSG]^ [goxa smtoorNominated for the BEST DOG BOOK OF 1985. Ahumorous and informative look at the sport of PUREBRED dogs. A rib tickling but factual expose of the Dog Show game as seen through the eyes of two bright and eager exhibitors. Follow the adventures of Grace and Ralph and their wonder dog Rudolph through the labyrinth of the Dog Show game and experience with them the pratfalls and highs of owning a winning dog.The over 90 cartoons by Joe Murray alone are well worth the price. After reading this book we are sure you will have an entirely different perspective about the ins and outs of our fascinating sport.IMHid 8HMDGKB BQXDK Off EDCD BGMDOKIThis most interesting book combines the artistic principles of having an eye for a dog with sound scientific principles of breeding and genetics, which will prove to be of immense value to both the first time breeder and the successful breeder of many Champions.Rave reviews for this stellar text on how to breed an ideal dog.These books are available at all Dog Shows. Please send me a copy of The Great American Dog Show Game at 24.95 plus 2.05 for Postage Please send me a copy of The Standard Book of Dog Breeding at 16.95 plus 2.05 for PostageNAME __________________________________________________________________________________ADDRESS _________________________________________________________________________CITY ____________________________________________ STATE _______________ZIP CODEPayment Enclosed _________Charge Master Card VisaAccount Number_____________________________________________________Expiration DateTotal Enclosed______ _DENLINGER PUBLISHERS EO. Box 76, Fairfax, VA 220301. Puppies, abdominal and respiratory distress with vomiting2. Unthriftiness and dull hair coat3. Anemia, weight loss4. Nervousness5. Death in severe cases, especially puppies.CONTROL Periodic worming, exercise strict sanitation. Remove The Pom Reader August 1986ducts in your worming program.We will pass along additional information in this important as it develops.Until next month...continued healthlDC.Ajt. ^reciou' Petite d SaArielf^rkyj0rVic- - ssaasK saaaBgg^Macy8M5iBt-^5iBEST IN SHOW SPECIALTY - COLUMBIA POMERANIAN CLUB, JULY 10, 1986 Thank you judge Mrs. Jackie Klein for this prestigious award. Gabriel is the NUMBER ONE POM - Canine Chronicle PomReader Systems.Handler Kathy BucherBreederOwnerCLAUDIA PFEFFERP.O. BOX 10432Jefferson, LA 70181 504 737-1729recions hi. S XetiiesChThe Best Is AlwaysLOOKING UP\mm. _mCH. PATTYS DUFFIES LIL SKIPPERSire CH. D-NEES DARIN DUFFIEDam Pattys Dolly Jay of KCSkippers July ShowsVentura KC - Best of Breed Orange Empire - Best of Breed Santa Barbara KC - Best of Breed Thank you judges Mr. Ed Klein and Mr. Edd Bivin Also, special thanks to Roger Pritchard, Charles Trotter, and Jackie Liddle for letting me have my Skipper.We now have puppies out of Skipper.De Amo KennelsOwnerSYLVIA KELLY 7455 Vista Del Monte Van Nuys, CA 91405 818-780-7663 eves. 7893-6300 daysHandlerLINDA ORLANDO Sun Valley, CA