FEBRUARY-MARCH 1990 VOLUME V, NUMBER 1STARFIRES POMS PRESENTS-- mr.rBESTOF WINNERSBREVARD KENNEL CLUB DECEMBER 1989PHOTO BYWMA 4^ -j4iCH. STARFIRES CRISTINAA CHAMPION AT 7 MONTHS, 11 DAYS-V,BEST OF WINNERSBREVARD KENNEL CLUB OECEMBER 1989 PHOTO BT tyuiia.im mmtmmON THE COVERCH. STARFIRES CRISTINAShown finishing her Championship at 7 months, 11 days of age under judge Mrs. Dorothea Daniell- Jenkins.THE STARFIRE POMS OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION ON THE JANUARY CIRCUITWINNERS FIVE SHOWS OUT OF SIXIN THE PUPPY CLASS IN THE BRED BY CLASS IN THE OPEN CLASSIPf \ mmI WINNERS BEST OF OPPOSITE SEXBEST OF WINNERS treasure coast KENNEL CLUOmGREATER DAYTONA DOG FANCIERS ASSN. JANUARY I990 4f______CH.STARFIRES ROCKYCHESAI N STARFIRES BON-BONFinished with a 5 point major Only needs a single point to finish at 8 monthsJudge Miss Maxine Beam Judge Mr. Frank OberstarTHANK YOU JUDGESWATCH FOR CRISTINA AND BON-BON IN THE SPECIALS RINGSTARFIRE POMS TONY CABRERA 275 SW 72ND AVE MIAMI FL 33144 305 266-7471WANT TO WIN BEST IN SHOW0oIntroducing the Royal CaninClub CynotedmiqueNow you can join an exclusive group that promotes the health and performance of your dogs and pays you cash for their victories.As a club member, you earn cash rewards every time one of your dogs wins at an AKC-approved event up to 1,000 if hes Best in Show up to 250 for Group First,and up to 50 forBest of Breed. 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WELCOME TO THE CLUBThe Pom Reader February-March 19904This issue of the Pom Reader is made possible in part by the following advertisersFront Cover JOSE CABRERA STARFIRE POMSOVolume VI, Number 1Aeom tfleaderFEBRUARY-MARCH1990 VOLUME V. NUMBER 1SIARFIRES POMS PRESENTSOL STARHRFS CRISTINA_ A CHAMPION AT 7 MONTHS, tl DAYSTABLE OF CONTENTS 10. ASK SHU-SHUShannon reports on the OVPC Magna-Match and Shu-Shu gives advice for cold weather.8. AMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUB SPECIALTYCritique by judge Sally Baugniet.12. ASK SHU-SHUShu-Shu taxes our patience this month14. OLYMPIATo trim or not to trim continued.16. STORK REPORTNew expected litters.18. SPECIALTY SCENESJanice Luginsland reports on the APC Specialty.20. UPDATETop ten exhibitors, January 1990.22. SPECIALS ADDITIONTop Twenty Poms, January 1990.23. PR VITAL STATISTICSAdvertising and subscription rates.24. CRUFTS 1990News from the worlds largest dog show.30. LETTERSOur readers respond.The Pom Reader is published by Doll-McGinnis Enterprises, Incorporated, 8840 thru 8848 Beverly Hills, Lakeland, Florida, 33809, 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 Best In Show judges. Direct all inquiries to Joe McGinnis, Editor, The Pom Reader, 8848 Beverly Hills, Lakeland, FL 33809. Telephone 813 858-3839.The Pom Reader February-March 1990Back Cover PATTY GRIFFIN MERRYMONT POMSINDEX TO ADVERTISERSALLAN, M...............................................27BARKER, R............................................25BENKO, A..............................................21BERNARDO, G......................................29BERRY, N.............................................. 19BLACKBURN, R.................................... 27CABRERA, T........................................ 1,2CARSON, M. B...................................25CILIBERTO, L. B............................... 11COOK, S................................................ 21CORBIN, T............................................. 17CREED, C.............................................. 25DOSSINGER, M.................................... 31DUPRES, E..................................................FEIST, W........................................... 25,27FIDDICK, R. J.....................................25FINCH, D................................................29FREIA, J............................................. 9,21GAD, N................................................... 29GARTON, L............................................29GODDARD, T. S................................ 31GRAF, H.................................................29GRIFFITH, K..........................................31GRIFFIN, G............................................ 21GRIFFIN, P.............................................32HALL, G.................................................21HARTZ, K...............................................29HEARTZ, J. C.................................... 31HOVEY, J...............................................31JACKSON, C......................................... 29JOHNSON, S........................................... 7KENNEDY, R......................................... 25LITTLE, S............................................... 27LUGINSLAND, J....................................15MARTIN, D.............................................19MASNICK, S.......................................... 25NAGY, S. B........................................ 21NORRIS, B.............................................21PEEL, C..................................................25PFEFFER, C...........................................29PHILLIPS, A...........................................25PIAZZA, S.............................................. 29RAY, B.............................................. 13,15REILLY, R. J...................................... 21REIMSCHIISEL, K................................. 25ROBERTS, C......................................... 25ROSENBAUM, M.................................. 11ROYAL CANIN USA................................3SANDIFER, D........................................ 21STEINMETZ, A.......................................29TAYLOR, J.............................................29ULISNEY, L..............................................5WELLS, M. G......................................29WHIDDON, B......................................... 29WRIGHT, L.............................................17CH. DESIREES SMOKEY MT. DUDE5V\ tSEX3EST OPPOff to a good start B.O.S. over Special Judge Lena WisemankKm4T'CENTRAL OHIO KENNEL CLUBAWinners Dog 3 Point Major Breeder-Judge Ed JennerA BIG THANK YOU to all the judges who recognized his quality.Also to Desaree Sandifer, his breeder, for letting me have Dude. He is Super MR. PERSONALITY PLUSCh. Majestic Sparkling DiamondWoods Sparkling NuggetWoods Sun Goddess Cedarwoods Gold NuggetMar-Bi-Leas Sun Fella Cedarwoods September DawnRosewoods Pride OTimstopper SIRE DESIREES SMOKEY MT. BOYCh. Thelduns Almond Fudge Ch. Bev-Nors Fudge RippleBev-Nors Sweet and Sassy Desirees Rippling BrookeCh. Great Elms Timstopper Desirees Fancier FaithSandees High HopeCh. Great Elms Little Timstopper Ch. Great Elms Timstopper Again Great Elms Little Debbie II Ch. Great Elms Timstopper ImageGreat Elms Little Duffie Great Elms LindaGreat Elms Little Sussie DAM DESIREES FANCIER FAITHCh. Great Elms Timstoppers Image Ch. Great Elms Timstopper Too Great Elms Wee Julie Sandees High HopeGreat Elms Red Robin Sandees Baby LovGreat Elms Mollie"rfiwfrrIOn to Ch. under judge Frank NishimuraPROUD OWNER Lillian Ulisney 4477 W. 11th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44109 216 661-7116Agent Pat LarrisseyThe Pom Reader February-March 1990SHOWSIGHT--------------------------------------------------- FROM THE EDITORLike swallows to Capistrano - or kids to summer camp - again this year we all converged on New York City for the Westminster KCs all breed show - The Garden. Arguably dogdoms premier show, the Garden gives a great opportunity to see dogs and people you dont see the rest of the year. Speaking of which, there was one year at summer camp that no one ever wanted to see me again, period. That was the year that I sent half the camp population to the infirmary.And it started on the very first day. In the bus on the way to camp I was entertaining everyone with my rendition of The Star Spangled Banner played with two coke bottles. And of course one broke and a kid got glass in his cheek, and I got blamed. During Archery one day my bow went off by itself and the arrow hissed past the head of one of the counselors for the entire summer every time I would come around the guy would duck. During Baseball I took an ill- timed practice swing and hit the catcher in the head during Fishing I wound up for the worlds longest cast, but unfortunately I hooked the kid behind me in a very embarrassing place I got yelled at for Kamikaze Horseback Riding and the instructor came down with a severe case of the shakes I pushed two kids I didnt like off the pier on a rainy day and they blamed their resulting sniffles on me, and I attempted a new and exciting routine on the parallel bars. But I fell off and landed on a fat kid from Zionsville who spent the rest of the summer crying about it. After the first week the word got around, and I spent most of the summer playing alone and bored.But youre never alone or bored at the Garden from arrival to departure there are new and exciting things to do. Non-stop. Most arrive on Friday in time to attend the Hills Science Diet Winners Circle Awards. This function is held at the beautiful Marriot Marquis. The Top Ten honorees this year were the Pointer, Ch. Luftnase Albelarm Bees Knees, with 54,899 points the English Setter Ch. Goodtimes Silk Teddy with 53,694 The Norwegian Elkhound Ch. Vin-Melcas Calista with 53,359 The German Shepherd Ch. Galewynds Georgio Armani with 52, 868 The Bulldog Ch. Hetherbull Bountys Frigate with 52,774 The Standard Poodle Ch. Whisper- winds On A Carousel with 52,175 the Bouvier Ch. Galbraiths Ironeyes with 45,721 the other Bouvier Ch. QuichesIvanhoe with 36,595 the Standard Poodle Ch. Ted-EI Halo Jet Setter with 35,835, and the Giant Schnauzer Ch. Skansens I Have A Dream with 35,380. Large cash awards are given to all winners.Saturday is the day for last-minute shopping, sightseeing, and preparation for the Ken-L Ration Show Dogs of the Year Awards at the Grand Hyatt, one of dogdoms hottest tickets. Guest speakers we have seen through the years have included Dan Rather, Gary Collins, Jennifer ONeil this year saw I believe the only return engagement of a celebrity host at this function George Plimpton provided the entertainment and he was super.Winning the Ken-L Ration show dogs of the year awards for 1989 were Sporting Group, the English Setter Ch. Goodtime Silk Teddy, bred by Judy Fassler, owned by Dr. Mrs. Gary Stone Mr. Mrs. Craig Sparkes, handled by Bruce Schultz Houng Group the Norwegian Elkhound Ch. Vin-Melcas Calista bred by Dody Froehlich Patricia Craig, owned by Carol Andersen, handled by Pat Craig the top Working Group winner was the Boxer Ch. Treceders All That Jazz bred by Treceder Kls, owned by Jeff Shirley Bennett, handled by Gary Steele. The top Terrier was the Welsh Ch. Calkerry Evening Attire bred by Doris Tolone Clay Coady, owned by Jean Heath, Bill Cosby, Doris Tolone Mr. Mrs. Richard Vida, handled by Clay Coady. The Top Toy award went to the PekeCi. Wendessa Crown Prince, bred by Mrs. Ronald Bramson, owned by Ed Jen- ner, and handled by Luc Boileau. The top Non-Sporting dog was the Bulldog, Ch. Hetherbull Bountys Frigate bred by Roberta Arnold, owned handled by Jean Bob Hetherington and the top Herding Dog was the German Shepherd, Ch. Galewynds Georgio Armani, bred by Kathleen Leonard Steen, owned by Kathleen Steen Samuel Lawrence, handled by Jim Moses. From the press preview to the cocktail hour to the Lobster Bisque to thedelicious dinner to the speeches this affair was - as usual - absolutely first cabin all the way, and we again thank the team at Quaker Oats for this one-of-a-kind celebration in the sport of purebred dogs.Sunday brought a round of Specialty shows, including that of the American Pomeranian Club. Full coverage can be found in this magazine, including a critique from judge Sally Baugniet. Then it was on to the Best of Opposite Awards hosted by Mr. Mrs. Richard Schneider, breeders of the Hapenny Bearded Collies, at the Metropolitan Republican Club on East 83rd. Desi Murphy emceed the awards presentation, which included Most Self-Satisfied Organization, Most Notorious Publication, Most Excitable Owner or Breeder, Breed Going Downhill Fastest, Handler with the Best Teeth, and Most Overrated Dog Show. Its all done tongue-in-cheek, and all in attendance rate it A-plus.And then it was off to the Sand Island Soiree hosted by Carol Andersen at the Royalton Hotel. This was an elegant affair attended by several hundred dog fanciers decked out in their finest threads. All say Thank You Carol, for a fabulous party. And THEN it was off to the Senior Conformation Judges Dance back at the Penta, where everyone kicked up their heels and let down their hair. Quite a day, and quite a start to Westminster week.And on to the Garden Our judge this year was Richard Allen Koester of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, and Poms were benched and judged onTuesday, February 13th. Koester awarded Winners Dog, Best of Winners to Tynan Bits N Bites bred and owned by Natalie Dunfee, RWD to Tynan Trademark of Hobbit, also bred by Dunfee, owned by Frances Michelle McDonald. Winners Bitch went to Pine Acres Dixie Starr bred and owned by Gertrude Brown, handled by Amber White, with RWB to Gar- tons Gold Dust bred and owned by Lavina Garton. Best of Breed went to Ch. Homesteads Spit N Polish bred and owned by Jean Hurley, handled by Gloria Set- may er. BOS went to Ch. Tim Sues Socialite bred by Sue Tim Goddard, owned by Dick Bronya Johnston.Topping the Toy Group under judge Dr. Jackie Hungerlandwas the Peke Ch. Wendessa Crown Prince owned by Ed Jen- ner, handled by Luc Boileau the Peke went on to BISA under judge Mr. Frank Sabella.The Pom Reader February-March 1990 More next month JMcG7FOR SALE AT DOO-SHAYThe Mamas and the Papas are willing to share their productions to fun loving show homes at very reasonable prices. ALL BOYSvs3-tLitter 1 Sire Southlands Tar Babys Image. A 312lb. robust black tan - full brother to Southlands Toasted Fudge, a champion himself that produces many of the same. Tar Baby is very typey, full of life, adorable body and head with expression to match and he puts this and more into his children. Tar Baby was bred to Ch. Doo-Shays Hooligan Sabra - mostly Mercer breeding. Sabra is a round happy little 5lb. red. Extremely obedient, medium bone, high ear set with thick dense coarse coat. The production from these two ROMEO CASSINOVA. This repeat breeding has done it again. Both are adorable with lots of attitude and expression. High tight tail setchubby little legs and bodydense coatspretty headsup on toesgood bites. D.O.B.120289. Prices ROMEO 1,000.00 CASSINOVA 800.00Litter 2 Sire Southlands Tar Babys Image x Doo Shays Miss Magnum. Maggie is clear orange and of Chriscendo bloodlines. Maggie has a stunning front assembly with the head structure and expression to match. Maggie is 6 lbs. and has a very lovely temperament. Both males have good strong bone structure. Beautiful heads and nice clear orange color. D.O.B. 121889. Either pup is priced at 500.00 at this time. After 4 months of age I am sure the price will increase.Litter 3 Sire LLL Bit of Gold Jigger, our 1987 New York Specialty puppy winner. Jigger has a lovely head piece, high tail set, coarse long orange coat, medium bone structure, tiny little ears. Tie was bred to our Doo-Shays Annie Get- shu Gun. Annie is sired by Ch. Chriscendo Western Express. Annie is a people-oriented 61b. clear orange with solid and very strong front and rear assembly. Annie has wonderful movement and is the mother of Maggie listed above. Annie is a very willing obedience worker and her children tend to be the same. We are willing to share two of her four pups with you. Up to 10 weeks old, the price will be from 450.00 to 500.00 each. D.O.B. 12290.Inquiries can be made by mail. A 50.00 deposit will hold the pup of your choice on a first come-first served basis. Shipping will be from Bush Airport out of Augusta, Georgia.This is a chance for anyone to get a good quality pup at a quality price.DOO-SHAY POMERANIANSShannon JohnsonRoute 1 Box 455 Warrenville, SC 29851 803 663-0210The Pom Reader February-March 19908^-caAMERICAN POMERANIAN CUUBNATIONAL SPECIALTY FEBRUARY 11, 1990JUDGES CRITIQUE SALLY BAUGNIET, MISHICOT, WlThere were a total of 151 entries for me to judge 55 in Regular Dog Classes 53 in Regular Bitch classes 2 Veteran Dogs 1 Veteran Bitch 3 Stud Dogs 1 Brood Bitch 5 in Junior Showmanship Competition 34 in Best of Breed.Puppy Dogs 6-9 Months 17 entered, 1 absent.1st CHRISCENDO CONTRABAND Canadian-bred dog, breeder Christine Heartz Sire Ch. Pedrons Dragon the Conqueror ex L.R.s Gorgus S-H-D Rose owner Patty Chapman from Utah.This puppy had a foxy expression, had nice high set ears and used them well. His gait was the best of my four placements in this class.Puppy Dogs 9-12 Months 4 entered, all present.1st SILVERWOODS MAY TOMHO breeder Bess Roberts sire Ch. Tomho Apricot Strut x Silverwoods Full House Annie owners Bess Roberts Tommi Hooban from Massachusetts. This puppy dog was nice overall. He was not as outgoing as I would like, but well put together.Novice Dog 1 entered, 1 present.1st POMBREDENS LIL CHOC. ELISHA, breeder- owners. Sire Pombredens Lil Blue Elijah ex Pombredens Heavnly Hershy Gal owners Barbara Robert Breden. This was the only one in its class and was a chocolate.Bred By Exhibitor Dog 5 entered, 1 absent.1st TRU-KEPS DANDEE ATTRACTION, breeder Trudy Keplinger. Sire Ch. Thelduns Dandee Sensation ex Keplingers Princess Buffy. Owners Irwin Trudy Keplinger. Very nice dog overall with beautiful movement.American Bred Dogs 3 entered, all present.1st POMAUNOK MEMENTO bred by Gayle Griffin Fran Bosmann sire Ch. Silver Meadows Pepr OLegacy ex Starlite Shantilly. Owner Fran Bosmann. This dog was a very nice dog overall and looked good when gaiting.Open Dogs Black, Brown, Blue 1 entered, absent.Open Dogs, Red, Orange, Cream, Sable 16 entered, 8 present.1st GREAT ELMS TOBY bred by Ruth Beam. Sire Ch. Cedarwoods Image of Diamond ex Great Elms Woods Dori owner Dolores Watts. This nicely coated male was very typy. He moved well and was my choice for Winners Dog.2nd and Reserve Winners Dog was JAN SHARS IN LIVING COLOR bred by Sharon Hanson Jane Fleshman Sire Ch. Bev-Nor N Southland Rambo ex Great Elms Almost Heaven. Owner Sharon Hanson. This dog was a very close second to my Winners Dog.The Pom Reader February-March 1990Open Dogs Any Other Allowed Color 5 entered, all present.1st POMBREDENS HEAVNLY TOWN CRIER, breeder- owners. Sire Ch. Na-Bob Talk of the Town ex Pombredens Hevnly Son Shine. Owners Barbara Robert Breden. This dog was entered as a solid-colored white with darker shadings of the same color. He would have been equally as correct as a cream with lighter shadings in the ROCS class. Our standard, as it is worded, allows for this when it is basically a white-appearing dog. There is absolutely no reason for me to have disqualified this dog for being in the wrong color class when the standard states ...any solid color with lighter or darker shadings of the same color....What DOES bother me is a black and tan whose tan markings in the places specified in the standard are not really tan, but are cream or a shade of that color on the rear and tan in only the front markings. The standard does not really allow for that The only thing left for a judge to do is penalize to the extent of the deviation, just as we must do in dogs which appear to be trimmed beyond that which is allowed in the standard.Back to my critique After a twenty minute break, 13 lovely Puppy Bitches 6-9 Month class came into the ring. 2 were absent.1st in this class was MERRYMONT ONE NITE STANDbreeder-owner Patricia Griffin. Sire Ch. Merrymont Sat- Rday Nite Fever ex Ch. Queenaire Signature. Size and type varied, but the 1st place pup in this class displayed extremely good movement and showmanship. Im sure all four of these kids will go on to complete their titles.Puppy Bitches 9-12 Months 10 entered, all present.1st JANESAS GLEN IRIS STAR STRUCK, bred by C. A. Jackson, Joel Taylor, H. Stewart J. Freia Ch. Jamels Fugicle of Southland ex Ch. Janesas Glen Iris Sorceress owners Jerrie Freia Joel Taylor. What an outstanding Pom This young lady displayed great front, rear and side carriage. She had the required fox-like expression, used her high-set ears and showed like a charm. This is one who seemed to call out to me and say, Im the greatest, take me. She was, too, and I did She not only took her class, but she took Best of Winners and Best of Opposite Sex. I found out later that Nadine Hersil had given her Best in Sweeps.Continued next page9JANESAS GLEN IRISSTARSTRUCKATAPC SPECIALTY NEW YORK 1990BEST IN SWEEPSTAKES Judge Miss Nadine HersilWINNERS BITCH BEST OF WINNERS BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX AWARD OF MERIT Judge Mrs. Sally BaugnietSTARwas presented by JOEL TAYLOR ^i.BEST OF _ H WINNERS et' - rS -- . 'A -, r. - . ' . - 'V_ BEST IN SWEEPSTAKES tlDAVE ASHBETACo-BreederCo-OwnerJANESASPOMERANIANS Jerrie FreiaP.O. Box 2775Morgan City, LA 70381 504-384-7466Co-BreederCo-Owner GLEN IRISCheryl A. Jackson Joel M. Taylor1038 16th Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35205 205-328-6603Co-BreederHIWINSKENNELHiram Stewart731 Taylor Street Kenner, LA 70062 504-466-7234The Pom Reader February-March 199010" APC NATIONAL SPECIALTY CRITIQUE by Sally Baugniet continuedBred by Exhibitor Bitches 7 entered, 1 absent.1st WATTS LITTLE HALF HOUR breeder-owner Dolores Watts. Sire Ch. Watts Little Chipper of G Elms ex Ch. Watts Little Im A Raisinette. A very nice head, nice size for a bitch, good shoulder layback, an alert showy bitch with excellent coat.American Bred Bitches 3 entered, 1 absent.1st PINE ACRES JOLLY JILL TORO breeder-owner Gertrude Brown. Sire Ch. Cedarwoods Image of Diamond ex Mullens GE Tarbaby Angel. A typey bitch, also entered in Junior Showmanship. See Best Junior Handler.Open Bitches Black, Brown Blue 2 entered and shown.1st SHADRAS RAVE ON. Bred and owned by Leslie Gerald Clark, Jr.Open Bitches Red, Orange, Cream, Sable 14 entered, 4 absent.1st GARTONS GOLD DUST. Breeder-owner Lavina Garton. This was a very nice sized bitch. She was very typey with good coat.Open Bitches Any Other Allowed Color 2 entered and shown.1st HOMESTEADS NIGHT-SPICE bred by Jean Hurley. Sire Ch. Homesteads Spit N Polish ex Homesteads Second-Hand Rose. Owners Jean Hurley Roberta Shields-Armetta. This black tan had a nice coat and good size for a bitch.Veteran Dogs 2 entered and shown.1st CH. WATTS LITTLE CHIPPER OF G. ELMS,whelped 12-31-82. Breeder, Ruth Beam. Sire Ch. Great Elms Timstopper Too ex Great Elms Honeybun. OwnerDolores Watts.Both Veterans were nice in their own right two different types, completely. The winner of this class was a little larger dog, had a high tail set and beautiful coat.Veteran Bitches 1 entered and shown.1st CH. EMCEES GOLDEN JAYMY, whelped 5-23-83. Bred and owned by Morris Betty Carson. Sire Ch. Emcees Golden Chip ex Emcees Tartan Tam. She was a very nice sized bitch with a huge coat and pleasant head. Showed like an old pro.Best of Breed Competition 36 entered, 7 absent.An overwhelming entry of gorgeous Poms and not an easy task to sort out.Best of Breed, CH. JAN-SHARS AN AMERICAN TAIL, bred by Jane Fleshman. Sire Ch. Bev-Nor N Southland Rambo ex Jan Shar Magons Top Notch. Owner Ellen Roberts. This red-sable beauty had a very nice head, high set ears, which he used to his advantage, high set tail, beautiful correct coat, four good legs, etc. You get the idea, a terrific little dogWe had other beautiful examples of our breed in the The Pom Reader February-March 1990show. I was unable to give them all awards, but those who were given an award of merit wereCh. Homesteads Spit N Polish breeder-owner Jean Hurley Ch. Starfires Cristina, breeder-owner Jose Cabrera Ch. Starlite Legacy Choco Bear, breeder-owner Gayle Griffin Ch. Tim Sues High Lights, breeder-owner Tim Sue Goddard Janesas Glen Iris Starstruck, breeders C. A. Jackson, Joel Taylor, H. Stewart J. Freia. Owners Jerrie Freia Joel Taylor.Stud Dog 3 entered and shown.1st CH. WATTS LITTLE CHIPPER OF G. ELMS, owner Dolores Watts.Brood Bitch 1 entered and shown.1 st CH. JEREMYS Ml MANDY OF TINY TYKES, owner Ina Kniffin.Junior Showmanship Competition 5 entered, 1 absent duplicate entry.Novice Junior CH. W L DAKOTAHS LIL HUGGY BEAR. Handler Theresa Baldwin.Open Junior CH. IDLEWYLD HOPE DIAMOND CD. Handler Elaine McKee.Open Senior PINE ACRES JOLLY JILL TORO. Handler Amber White.Best Junior Handler Amber White.I cannot let this critique end without mentioning the fact that too many Poms had to be heavily penalized, as the standard states, for overtrimming. We had a seminar the day before our Specialty for people that had applied or sent their intent to apply to judge Pomeranians to A.K.C. These people were sitting ringside with resource people to discuss and learn from the Poms at the Specialty. It would send a mixed message to these people and be hypocritical to teach one thing the standard and do another ignore the standard when judging.One other fad that I hope will cease immediately, is the use of lacquer hair spray on Pom coats. I have never felt so many sticky coats on so many Poms. This is a foreign substance in the coat and is not allowed by A.K.C. I did not excuse those Poms immediately, but I could not consider them or bring them back for the final cut. One of these times you are going to find a judge that will excuse you on the spot and mark the book as such. We are making Poms more like Poodles every day with scissors and hair spray. Please, study your standard This is what the judges are being taught because you complain about the judges and judging. It is time for you to educate yourself in your breed and quitcherbellyaching.Im sorry, I am scolding again. Thanks for the privilege of judging this specialty. You will never know how much it means to me. It is an honor.Sincerely, Sally Baugniet, judge11VAmSHERE COMES THE FOZ aka CRESCENDO MCGUIRE PEPE LE PEWHE THINKS HES PERFECT WE THINK HES SPECIALLE STORK Due March City Lights granddaughter x Tag Along son, grandson of Shining Star Terrific Wee ChipsCh. Millamor Mark Medallion daughter x above Tag Along sonEvaluation Age 1F, 1M sired by Millamors Musical Hobby with an Emcee dam3 males of MillamorChriscendo breeding.CRESCEND0 bemie lois ciliberto 9605 land olakes blvd land olakes, fl 34639 813-996-3977 BI-MAR POMERANIANSOFFERS FOR SALERed male whelped 52889 by BIS Ch. Bi-Mar Sundance Kid and out of a ICh. Creiders Boxcar Willie daughter. Repeat breeding that producd CH. Bi-Mar Sho-gun of Jerbos and Bi- Mars Sonnys Phantom major AKC pointed. Very sound legs and typy..............................................................................450.00Red male and female whelped 81389 by BIS Ch. Bi-Mar Sundance Kid and out of a BIS Ch. Bev-Nors Toasted Fudge daughter. Dam is littermate to Ch. Bi-Mar Foxfire finished with 5 point major over an entry of 19 females. Sound legs and top quality bloodlines................... Female 650.00 Male 700.00Red female whelped 122487 sire by a son of Ch. Creiders Cut Across Shorty. Free whelper.....................................500.00Orange Female whelped 3689 by Ch. Bi-Mar Impressive pictured on front cover of Dog World 190 issue and out of a Ch. Tomboys Pico Chico daughter. Very short backed and high ears.Red male whelped 10589 by Ch. Bi-Mar Sunny Supreme finished with 4 majors and out of a BIS Ch. Bi-Mar Sundance Kid daughter. Dam is littermate to International CH. Bi-Mars Bit of Tassajara. Linebred on BIS Ch. Bi-Mar Sundance Kid with Bonner and Great Elms bloodlines included. This pup has huge coat, short backed with good legs. Leash trained...show quality. Show home only.................................................. 1000.00BI-MAR POMERANIANSMary A. Rosenbaum 36520 28th Avenue South206-838-6397 Federal Way, Washington 98003The Pom Reader February-March 1990yCsA oAoz-oAoIts that time again canine pals, that we have to put forth all truth and honesty from people biting to chicken chasing. Anyone who wishes to file their taxes and needs a blank form may write to me. Please enclose a self-addressed envelope, stamped. The following is a sample form to aid you in preparing for the 15th of April.Send your lette Road, Hollyi 1040-D0GSLlBreeds U.S. Individual Income Tax Return UisJO^FilingStilusRa^istarad SHU.NumScTCa.Nnj nm NFOFP MJJn 3433M.M. .name 4 Al \J b AjExemptionsIffrDependents Stray Oog Family Jog B Top dog O UnderdogCheck all dependents Fleas TicksO Worm Ear mites Other dependent D All ot the aboveIncomex-y^5 0-Mo1 Dry Kibble, and other gross^incoo 12 Slolen roasts, turkies. hams and other capital Income............................. 23 Income from beef by-products................................................................... 3 - 4 Kidney, liver, and other organ meal .......................................................................................... 5 Compensation from hunting, herding, or watching.................................................................................. 5 6 Show winnings ..............................................................................................................................................7 Xxx8 Slud tees ........................................................................................................................................................ 89 Capital gains and appreciation of assetsa Appreciation of personal assets.............................................................................................................. 9a9b9cd Appreciation of buried bones not yet fufly appreciated....................................................................... 9d XCreditsandDeductionsX-2DD10 Veterrnary benefitsa Credit tor not trembling and wimperlog In waiting room .................................................................... 10a10b vj11 Casualty losses from accidental elimination special allowance for puppies only .... 11 y12 n1314 Deduction for losses of tennis balls ......................................................................................................... 14 AO-XPIDtor15 X16 Tax-exempt Income Irom servic as a guide dog for the blind .............................................................. 1617 Y18 A1920 Fines lor voluntary contribution to skJewafki and lawn............................................. -......................... 20 V21 x22 XXBalanceDueYour total ta bila.............................................................................i^T.fr..G7T.....................................iPmeis,vPleaseSignlitreUnder penalties of perjixy. Impoundment, and dry klbCMeTor alhonlh. Ideclarethat Ihave examined thla return, and io the besl of my knowledge and befief. K smelt great.Your paw print Iron rightADosDayRLL3S'PlMPrtpartr t Use OnlyPreparer'sSignaturejsszsv sa^andadtkaaa 70 '7' Z33 X.D XtC L ytL no- 'HB'Bf-coo.aWriteto Shu-Shu and Shannon at Route 1, Box 455, Warrenville, SC 29851bfiJp aThe Pom Reader February-March 199013WHITE HAVEN GOL NUGGET LEGACY I would like to thank Sue White, his breeder, for producing such a nice dog Cassandra Ready for selling him to me, and Mary Evans for showing him to this nice win.A special thanks to judge Mr. Nelson DeSoto for this win.Casey has 5 points to date and is actively pursuing his title3EST breedlumberton kennel club meV _n0V e5A-rrrrrr---------------------------- - Ch.Hbe Hearts Big at Gold Dust x Dias Chatter Box BearCASEY...shown taking his second Best of Breed.CASEY is proud to announce the birth of his son daughter at Bennray Pomeranians, out of Golden Aires Rock N Robin and congratulations to Sharon Masnick on her 3 daughters sired by Casey and out of Golden Aires Claire de Lune.Owner Benson Ray 2007 Vestry Drive Charleston, SC 29414 Ph 803-571-6165DUPRES POMERANIANSPrissy is pictured in her BOS win for 2 points under judge Geraldine R. Taylor. She also went BOS for 2 points under judge Dr. T. Allen Kirk, Jr., at the Baton Rouge Kennel Club show. Thank you judges for these nice wins. Prissy is a full sister to Can. Ch. Emcees Solid Gold Treasure owned by Frank Marie Hueston and Can. CH. Dupres Miss Tamara owned by Marlene Frank Penny.Ch. Dupres Sparkling Gold Buster and Emcees Diamond Chippa send their congratulations to their 2 new champion offspring, Ch. Emcees Chip A Holic owned by Fred Judy Noell and Emcees Solid Gold Flair owned by Carolyn Roberts. I now own the DAM and repeated the breeding. Buster Chippa are the proud parents of another beautiful litter that will be available for purchase. Congratulations are also in order for Ch. Dupres This Is Harbins Windy owned by Jessica A. D. Pen- son LeRoy C. Penson, Jr. for completing her championship with some very impressive wins, and Dupres Dancing Dino owned by Toby Santistevan on your recent Best of Winners award.Pedigrees on Dupres Poms now reflect three to five generations of my breedings, basically on Models Great Elms lines.Available to show home - one show quality bitch and one brood bitch 7 months old.INQUIRIES WELCOME BREEDEROWNEREXHIBITOR Mrs. James R. Dupre, Sr.Route 2, Box 878-A, Colfax, LA 71417 Ch. Dupre's Sparkling Gold Buster x Dupres Candy Raising Cane Phone- 318 627-5180INTRODUCINGPRISSYGREATER HATTIESBURG KENNEL CLUEA.4BOSDUPRES BUSTERS MS PRISSYThe Pom Reader February-March 199014OLYMPIADOGS HOWL AND...To Sculpture or Not To Sculpture... THAT IS THE QUESTION.T"Continued from January...more responses to Question 12 Since some coated breeds Poodles, Schnauzers, etc. have been evolved to appear in stylized trims approved by parent clubs, AKC and the public, what is WRONG or RIGHT in your opinion about stylizing the Pomeranian trim Note None of the responses was edited in any fashion, and all are reprinted with permission. olympia aka Lois cmbertoGLENN C. BERNARDO GOLDCREST Overtrimming is the most objectionable thing I have witnessed in many great Poms today I breed for soundness HUGE, ABUNDANT, PROFUSE COATS Why am I going to cut out what Ive bred to keep in The show ring is filled with SEVERELY OVERTRIMMED class dogs and most especially POM SPECIALS Sometimes I think Im in the Bichon ring. The Pom has always been a natural dog and our standard has put limits on trimming very specifically - that is the way it should be and this is one reason why I picked this breed in the first place - because of the natural beauty of the coat and not to pay a handler or groomer to take this beauty away I will continue to breed Poms which try to conform to our standard and will show them in all their natural glory splendorlDPATRICIA FOLEY DOVER-HOLIHOUSE The Pom is aSpitz and as of now is the only Spitz that must be trimmed to look like a Spitz. Soft Coated Wheatens came to the U.S. looking somewhat like a terrier. They changed the standard to allow the dog to be neater for the ring. It now takes at least three hours to neaten a Wheaten for the ring. It looks like a Kerry, the softened coat is now cotton and is completely trimmed. I am a member of the National Dog Groomers Assoc., and began grooming in 1969.DLAVINA GARTON GARTONS If all exhibitors would read the standard we would not need to answer any questions. If all judges would read the standard and penalize overtrimming we would have no problems. Novices see this sculpture and think this is the only way to go. Many handlers are also being done a disservice because they think, too, the way-to- go is through the scissors. LINDA GUSTAFSON CAROUSEL The Pomeranian coat, if proper, is beautiful and needs to stay that way. A proper coat does not need a lot of sprays or trimming to make it stay up. If I wanted a Poodle or Schnauzer look I would raise them instead of my beautiful Poms.DThe Pom Reader February-March 1990ERIKA MOUREAU TEXICAN Stylizing the Pom would instantly make it a handlers only breed, because the average owner does not have the expertise to scissor. I would rather see a Pom with scraggly guard hair, than one with scissor marks all over.DBARBARA NAGY RHEA-NA Stylizing should be allowed only to enhance the dogs already natural beauty - not to trim enough to make an incorrect conformed dog appear correct and beautiful. Keep the undercoat and trim only the long, shaggy, unruly guard hairs to give a neat look. A SLIGHT trim to show off the tail set, short back, tiny ear, etc., is okay. But again, not enough to deceive the public, etc., into thinking they see a Pom fitting the standard to perfection, when in fact he is an inferior animal. Too much trimming tends to make the coat all over look short and harsh. I like to see the lower legs, so movement can be checked by the judge, but if the coat is naturally long, dont cut it off some dogs are kept in longer trim, though, to cover up bad movement. The judge has to be very observant so as to pick a dog with proper gait.DBILL BEVERLY NORRIS BEV-NOR This is the first time we have ever been asked to write our opinion on trimming. First, in order to trim, you must have coat, period The biggest problem is most people do not know how to modestly trim a coat properly, and to remove long, uneven, unruly hair on a dog. Most are all hacked up. Most people think trimming means cutting off all the coat. We think it is up to each individual to decide if they want a trimmed or untrimmed dog. It is the same as bloodlines, everyone likes something different. We feel the exhibitor who wants to learn should be given the opportunity to go to a seminar to learn the proper way. The amount of people who want to learn is unbelievable Everyone knows the standard says you are heavily penalized for over-trimming. If the individual feels modest trimming enhances the beauty of their animal they are accepting being penalized, but if they win and have the best dog, so be it. In all of the controversy weve heard over the years, no one ever said the dog was not deserving of the win. I think a judge knows what he likes whether it is trimmed or untrimmed, and15BenRays Sundancing SimonSIMON is pictured being awarded Best of Breed over six Specials under judge Dorothy Bonner, with handler Michelle Miller for a 5 point major. My thanks to Michelle, Mrs. Bonner, and to Sharon Masnick. I would also like to thank again Mrs. Betty Dexter for the 4 point major and Mr. Ronald Rella - 2 points.BenRayPomeranians Benson E. Ray 2007 Vestry Drive Charleston, SC 29414 803-571-6165GOLDEN AIRES MAGIC MARKO X GOLDEN AIRES ROCK N ROBINPCH. LLL HIGH LIGHTS GOLDIE HAWN Top Winning Pomeranian Bitch for 1989\\BreedenOwner Janice Luginsiand Co-Owner Bonnie Stetson Handler Karen Fitzpatrick Goldie did her bitchy thing and shed out before the APC National. She will be home with me to grow her new coat.Janice Luginsiand, LLL KENNELS, Rt.1, Box 97, Americus, KS 66835. Ph. 316 443-5157.LLL KENNELS STRIKES UP THE BAND WITHr'StStwd'71LLL High Lights Brass Lassie Pointed in U.S.For Sale breeding age male sired by Ch. Tim Sues High Lights females by High Lights son.Janice Luginsiand, LLL KENNELS, Rt.1, Box 97, Americus, KS 66835. Ph. 316 443-5157.The Pom Reader February-March 199016TO TRIM OR NOT TO TRIM Continued... an exhibitor using trimming as an excuse for losing is a poor one. FACT All of the top winning Poms of the 1980s were trimmed beyond what the standard states.DORIS PRESSLEY DANNS The Pom is a natural beauty and the coats should remain full. If the excessive trimming is not stopped the Pom we know will be an over-sculptured, over-scissored specimen, not the beautiful full-coated Pom we remember. But then too the judges are the ones calling the shots. JEAN SCHROLL I have long maintained over trimming should be heavily penalized as our standard states and overtrimmed dogs should be excused. Judges that put up overtrimmed dogs should not be hired and told that that is the reason they are not hired. Or else everyone should trim and put it in the standard. Handlers and owners that overtrim should be penalized - a fine - or not allowed to show the breed. What is the point of having a PROFUSE coat if it is all cut off God must have had a reason to give these little guys lots of coat. Who are we to chop it all offD JESSE STEPHENS JESTOM The stylizing of the Pom is not in the Standard. Until judges who should know better understand this is a heavily penalized thing, then none of us can do a thing about it. It has been hashed about for years, and nothing done yet, so take it out of the standard and let us all do our own thing. But sculptured Poms do win and win well, so until the Parent Club thinks that this situation is out of hand, we can only note the judges that are putting up these Poms and ask why. If judges who campaign these Poms do not care about what the standard says, then what are we the smaller and lesser of the Pom community, to do Our new logo shows a shaped Pom. Is this what is required Then change the standard and let us all do the same thing. If winning is all that matters to some, and it is, then you will continue to see this going on, but there will always be those who care for more than good coats and not the woolly efforts we see which appears to be the result of cropping, sculpturing, or whatever. EMILY UNTALAN AUTUMNS All Poms are not born equal, nor are all their coats of a perfect length. No judge will ever walk up to me again, while being examined on the table, and remark, Oh, what a cute baby Chow Chow Four inches came off this four pound dog and he finished in 29 days. I radically trimmed another and she finished quickly. I now radically trim for friends so they can win. There is nothing more unattractive than to see a Pom in the ring with too much coat. I mean thick, coarse, stand off coat No judge ever penalized me for overtrimming. I believe people who complain about overtrimming are those who have no coat and have never had to deal with too much coat Call it overtrimming, sculpturing, whatever, if the dog requires it -1 will do it.D And from those who preferred to remain anonymousMy major complaint regarding overtrimming is the EXTENT that the untrained novice or professional goes to achieve this look. Most of the dogs have good proportions and I cannot understand why any more than slight trim is necessary. We have gone too far to breed beautiful hair - why should we cut it offD Beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder. In my opinion the beauty of our breed is truly in its natural state.As a breeder and exhibitor I try to follow the standard however, it bothers me greatly to see a Pom trimmed to the extreme in orderThe Pom Reader February-March 1990to cover up faults, cow hocks, lack of coat - then trim it off I blame the breeder for allowing this to happen to his breed and to a judge for displaying his lack of knowledge. I feel that no trim is worth disfiguring a Pom.DThe Pomeranian should look like a Pom, not like a Peke, Poodle, or other breed. Stylizing, as I understand it, would destroy Pom TYPE the Pom LOOK.DI do judge Poms and for years resisted excessive trimming for the show - after losing points for two years because of this, I trimmed and the same Pom has won all over the country.I am licensed to judge Poms as well as many other Toy breeds and all three varieties of Poodles. This sort of input of thoughts and ideas in my opinion is healthy for any breed. However, as you well know, there are those who will not change their ways or thoughts and there are those who are seeking any and all information and guidance they can come by. Good, bad or in-between advice is given...Historically, our POM Is a NATURAL BREED and should always be presented that way in the show ring. Therefore NO stylized trim is acceptable to me. years ago we did not have the vast assortment of types of coats to deal with - lamb, sheep or wooly and not double coated. Coat texture and quality of coats is in a different class today. To become an artist with the thinning shears to some is what it is all about. One, as a fair and honest judge, should not penalize the Pom for this, as he has nothing to do with what humans do to him is one way to look at it. Another way is to suspect that a great trimming work of art has been done, but is not noticeable with the naked eye. Another is to see the hay stack going across the ring. Who is to say which is truly correct An untrimmed Pom may not show off its virtues to their best advantage. One who is trimmed to the hilt might show more than they thought it would, and be at a disadvantage to the educated eye. Breeders, owner handled exhibitors and handlers are all at fault in each and every part of this. None of us can escape some of the blame, in my opinion.The Pom should be in a modestly stylized trim so as to enhance and bring out his quality. I do feel the Pom can be overtrimmed and I would not want to see them trimmed to the extent that the Poodles and Schnauzers are.D MORE NEXT MONTH STORKREPORTNew Expected LittersLITTER OF FOUR1 Female, 3 MalesBlack tan, red sable. Sire Ch. Southlands Apollo Creeddam Wee Hearts Apple AnnieBERRY POMERANIANS, Nina M. Berry, P.O. Box 907, 203Larry Street, Iowa, LA 70647. Tel 318-582-6690.LITTER EXPECTED FEBRUARY 6, 1990Sire Wee Paws Hot Bosco Ch. Janesas Trendsetter xJanesas Antique Gold x Rhea-Nas Still Smokin Ch. BevNorsStatesman x Bev-Nors Vanilla Fudge.MIA POMS, Ramona J. Smith, HCR 4 Box 26B, Bowman, ND58632. PH 701-574-3158.17B.I.S. CAN. CH. Jer-Mars Classic Gold Chip r 1-yIm i'm..3ff3mpISPECIAL THANKS to Lois Bernie Ciliberto CRESCENDO POMS for aspecial boy. Even though not the breeder of him, CHIPPER is a big winner to us.Winning Best of Breed in the TOY Specialty, then on to Best in Show all breeds.CHIPPER has to his credit in only 712 months1 B.I.S.12 Group 1st 6 Group 2nds 5 Group 3rds 3 Group 4thsOwner Tammy Corbin, 10801-150st, Edmonton, Alberta T5P 1R6, Canada. Tel 403-486-0151FOR SALE1 U25.CVJudgeMr. Lawrence StanbridgeLYNNWRIGHTS WALT DISNEYShown winning Best Adult in Match at the Ohio Valley Pom Clubs record entry event.Sire Ch. Bev-Nors Toastys GhostbusterDam Ch. Bev-Nors Lady Diana Whelped 8888Only shown twice, awarded 1 point and 1 Reserve. This five pound male is a Ch. Bev-Nors Toasted Fudge grandson on both sire and dam side.ALSO FOR SALE Small male, orange sable, 6 months. Sire Ch.Bev-Nors Nuttin-To-lt Dam Ch. Bev-Nors Lady Diana.Contact LYNNWRIGHT POMS, Donna Lynn Wright, 206 N. Tolgate Road, BelAir, MD 21014. Telephones Days 301-879-1459 Eves 301-557-7490.The Pom Reader February-Mar.ch 199018SPECIALTYSCENESby Janice LuginslandTHE AMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUB NATIONAL SPECIALTYThe 1990 American Pomeranian Club National Specialty is now history. The headquarters hotel was the accomodating La Guardia Marriott with comfortable rooms priced within reason for New York City. Saturday afternoon started off with the 1st APC Judges Study Group. Seven judges attended either Saturday andor Sunday with active participation and commentary on the topics presented. This group of incoming judges all had some background with toy breeds which made it somewhat easier for them to interact on the Pom discussion.APC committee members and breed resource people present were Sally Baugniet, Judges Education Co-Ordinator Jackie Stacy, Ken Miller, Nadine Hersil, Fred Bassett and Janice Luginsland, Judges Study Group Chairman. Ch. Duf- fie came out of retirement at 10 years of age to act as one of our demonstration dogs for the group. Audrey Roberts also furnished 3 puppies of various ages. I feel I express the feelings of the entire group by saying that we all learned from participating with an open mind.Saturday night at 600 p.m. the Hospitality room opened and the food from all over the U.S. just kept arriving and growing and growing It was all delicious and supplied us with refreshments again on Sunday. Special thanks to Sam Zaneoff for getting the beverages to the hotel. Audrey Roberts and her sister, Jan Durbin, hosted the room until midnight.Showers were running early and doggies were whining their impatience in anticipation of the 830 a.m. Sunday Sweepstakes judging. Nadine Hersil arrived looking very professional but with mischievous eyes. She took charge of her deck like the Captain of an ocean liner and with the assistance of her subservient first mate, Jackie Liddle Stacy, had things launched and under sail. The quality of her Sweepstakes puppies was outstanding. Each exhibit was examined thoroughly and given its moment in the limelight while gaiting. Best in Sweepstakes was awarded to Janesas Glen Iris Starstruck from the 9-12 puppy bitch class. The Pom Reader February-March 1990Breeders C. A. Jackson, Joel Taylor, H. Stewart, J. Freia whew. Owners Jerrie Freia Joel Taylor. She went on to BOW, BOS WB in the Regular classes. Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes went to Tomho Strutting Bush Baby from the 9-12 month puppy dog class. Breeder-owner- exhibitor Tommi Hooban. Both Poms were of different type but exemplified the breed points that say POM in no uncertain terms. Congratulations to all the exhibitors and to Nadine Hersil on a job done with style and finesse.'JffV \ \tfiiSally Baugniet appeared relaxed and ready for her super entry at 1100 a.m. Jackie Stacy, inside ring steward, kept the ring running smoothly. The APC Judges Study Group were seated so that they could see each dog closely prior to its time on the examining table. I felt the depth of quality was in the puppy classes through 12 months with a slight edge to the puppy dogs. There were outstanding exhibits of different types in both sexes as well as in classes other than puppy. Most entries were well trained and groomed with few exhibitors bluffing their way through the class with the aid of bait or whatever. There was some over-trimming and excessive use of hair spray as commented upon by Sally Baugniet that night at the Banquet. Even the incoming judges were able to easily discern the sculptured Pomwithout any commentary by the breed resource people.In retrospect I wonder if the reason we see such high quality in the puppy classes is that Poms mature early and many are finished from the puppy class.Winners Dog went to Great Elms Toby, a medium sized bright red orange in good coat, good bone, classic head type and well presented. His breeder is Ruth Beam owner Dolores Watts agent-handler Skip Piazza. Winners Bitch went to Best in Sweepstakes female, Janesas Glen Iris Starstruck. She went on to BOW and BOS and Award of Merit. She is a nice sized red sable showing in full bloom and full of herself, handled by Joel Taylor. Three Veterans strutted their stuff for an appreciative audience.Best of Breed brought on the cream of the crop. 28 competitors were examined and gaited with 13 being retained after the cuts. The eventual BOB nod went to Ch. Jan- Shars An American Tail, breeder Jane Fleshman owner Ellen Roberts Agent Pam Campbell. Sally found in this dog the total positive points that she was looking for in the POM. Award of Merit to Ch. Homesteads Spit N Polish, a mature orange sable who has had many BOB and Group wins in 1989. Breeder-Owner Jean Hurley handled by Gloria Setmayer. A darling 9 month old orange sable bitch with correct Pom type and personality named Ch. Starfires Cristina should have an exciting 1990. She was breeder-owner-handled by Jose Cabrera. Ch. Starlite Legacy Choco Bear, a mature chocolate proving unusual colors come in quality, too Breeder-owner Gayle Griffin, handled by Pat Eik. Ch. Tim Sues High Lights, a brilliant red orange shown in huge coat showed well for breeder- owners Tim Sue Goddard, handled by Erika Moureau.I was unable to attend the Garden this year but Joe have complete coverage elsewhere in the magazine.Til next month, just keep doggin alongJanice LuginslandRt. 1 Box 97, Americus, KS 66835194 a.fHUNTSVILLE KENNEL CLUB SPRING 1989 CSOSA PHOTO W WIVerrtf ameramanShow Pet Puppies Stud ServiceJlaas Jf. errtf318-582-6690 P.O. Box 907 203 Larry Street Iowa, LA 70647Several females bred to CH. SOUTHLANDS APOLLO CREED, BIS CH. TEXICANS GREAT BALLS O FIRE, CH. TIM SUES COPYBOY and CH. BEV-NORS TOASTMASTER. I hope the POM READER has good luck in 1990 and wishing the same for myself and fellow breeders.TWO ONE-HALF POUNDS OF DYNAMITELa Cheries Li I Quincey BeamLa Cheries Robert Beam Jr.x La Cheries Slightly SassyBest of Breed from the puppy class.Hugs and kisses to a lovely lady,judge Eleanor Rotman, from Quincey Dorothy.New February Litters4 Females - La Cheries Oreo Double Fudge x La Cheries Ripple on a Roll1 Female, 2 Males - L Cheries Hot Fudge Ripple x La Cheries Cinnamon Enchante2 Females - La Cheries Hot Fudge Ripple x Desirees Mega Fudge.HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE POM READER WE THINK YOURE GREATLA CHERIE POMERANIANS DOROTHY F. MARTIN 5354 Bluebird Lane York, SC 29745 Tel 803-831-8086ser- .I C -O7j7mc 3BREEDmill,'III 11II I Ill il 111 \\I ll I nv The Pom Reader February-March 199020- UPDATE TOP TEN EXHIBITORS JANUARY 1990 Welcome to UPDATE, your monthly rating list of breeders and exhibitors out there winning points in the show ring. As most all serious Pomeranians 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 this area. The procedures for tallying the point scale are as follows Exhibitors are credited with all AKC Championship points won in the calendar year, as published in the AKC Show, Obedience, and Field Trials Awards Book. Only this publications will be used for point credit. Many times the actual show dates will vary from the date of publication i.e., a September show may notbe published until November. The Gazettes calendar year runs from about October of the previous year until September of the present calendar year.Points are allotted to the REGISTERED OWNER OF THE DOG ON THE DAY 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 AS OF THE JANUARY 1990 AKC GAZETTE.EXHIBITOR........................... POINTSC. E. EVANS..............................10P. GRIFFIN.................................... 10AUSTINEDWARDS......................... 8A. CANNON.................................... 7C. HEARTZ..................................... 7BROWNLEVIN............................... 6K. F. FREEMAN..........................6FRYCARLTON...............................6L. GALLACHER............................. 6A. HEGGERSTON...........................6E. MILLER.......................................6Tie placements alphabeticalThe Pom Reader February-March 199021...A Masterpiece.Connie Jankowski, Editor DOG FANCY MAGAZINE4 ofYear.THE 1990TOYCALENDARTHE 1990 TOY DOGS CALENDAR SPECIAL CLEARANCE OFFER7.95 each regular rate 9.95 eachPlease include 1.50 postage handling per order Send check or money order to DOLL-MCGINNIS PUBLICATIONS 8848 Beverly Hills, Lakeland, FL 33809 Tel 813-838-3839BEV-NOR POMS...Ch. Bev-Nors Toasted Fudge- Number 1 Pom 1981, 1982, 1983, 24 BIS, 5 Specialties, Sire of top winning females 1984, 1985, sire of only Black Tan to ever go BISA, a top producer. Stud fee 250.00 limited to 15 per year.Ch. Bev-Nors Statesman Multi Group winner, a Toasted Fudge son, sire of Champions, a top producer for 1988 also. Stud Fee 250.00. Puppies Available.Bev Bill Norris 7747 Meadow Road301 255-1343 Pasadena, MD 21122Rain Beau PomeraniansHome ofAmerican Canadian Ch. Coys Lucky EightAt stud to approved bitches Jean Sue Cook6810 S Magnolia. Ocala. Florida 32676 904 237-1636Geanene Hall 259 E. Sage Creek Cir. Springville, Utah 84662 801-489-7943^asiea^oms00kJerrie Freia P.O. Box 2775 Morgan City, LA 70381 504-384-7466ChesaiPomeraniansA Robert Joan Reilly 26093 Highway 281 North San Antonio, TX 78260 512 438-2667RHEA-NA POMSExclusively Bev-Nor BreedingChampion sired puppies will be available summer fall. Steve Barbara NagyRt. 2 Box 221, Stephens City, VA 22655. Tel 703-869-3749d ^PomDESAREE SANDIFER509 OAKDALE STREET, GASTONIA, NC 28054 TELEPHONE 704 865-0859 Starlite PomeraniansGayle Tom Griffin New Address3074 Lancaster Drive NE Ste 253 Salem, OR 97305 Blossom Heights PomsAT STUDBLOSSOM HEIGHTS FIRECRACKER 12 points - 1 MajorArlene John Benko, 5351 Jeffrey Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407. Tel 407-842-5591The Pom Reader February-March 199022SPECIALS ADDITION JANUARY 1990 Presently 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 Twenty Pomeranians in the United States. Rules for the rating system are as followsPoints not to be confused with AKC championship points are alloted to individuals according to the highest placement in any given AKC show, as reported in the AKC Show, Obedience and Fields Trials Awards Book. Only this source will be used for point credit. A number of points has been allotted to the various placements, and they are as followsBEST IN SHOW All Breeds............... 500BEST IN SHOW Specialty................. 250BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX Specialty...75TOY GROUP FIRST..............................250TOY GROUP SECOND.........................150TOY GROUP THIRD............................... 75TOY GROUP FOURTH........................... 25BEST OF BREED....................................10Statistician Susan Wade. Tie placements are marked with an asterisk. BISS is for Independent Specialties only. The following is the listing of the Top Twenty Poms, as per the JANUARY 1990 AKC Gazette.POINTS NAME BISA BISS BOSS I n m IV BOB675 CH. JAMOLS KLASSIC HI TIME D...............................................B. Pauli, Owner - - 2 i - 1 660 CH.TIM SUES HIGH LIGHTS D....................................................S. T. Goddard, Owners- - 2 - 2 - 1550 CH. TIM SUES HARBOR LIGHTS D.............................................S. P. Conlee, Owners.... - - 3 1 1 500 CH.JAN-SHARS HILLBILLY CLASSIC D....................................S. Hanson, Owner.... - 2 - "475 CH. JANES WEE PRINCE OJEREBETH D.................................G. J. Reed, Owners- - 1 1 1 475 CH.SHY ACRES OUR MAN FRIDAY D........................................A. Roberts, Owner- - 1 1 1 345 CH.TOMHO CHAMPAGNE WISHES D.........................................R. Koeppel, Owner- 1 - 1 - 2335 CH. HOMESTEADS SPIT TM POLISH D......................................J. Hurley, Owner- 1 - 1 1235 CH. POMPUF IMA FERE DISCO FLAME D..................................G. Hodson, Owner- - 1 1 - 1170 CH. SOUTHLAND TC BEV-NOR NUT-E-FUDGE D......................J. Wilhite, Owner.... - - 1 - 2150 CH. LLL HIGH LIGHTS GOLDIE HAWN B....................................StetsonLuginsland, Owners- - 1 - 85 CH.WHARTONS SEPPL VON HONIG D.....................................E. N. Wharton, Owners- - - 1 - 175 CH. MIDAS FASCINATING RHYTHM D........................................J. Lehtinen, Owner.... - - - - 1 - 75 MUSKOGEESMEGA-BUCK OF RAY-LOU B.....................J. K. Waters, Owners.... - - - 1 - 50 CH.JERIBETH SIR LANCELOT D................................................BaumgartnerContinoBaker, Owners.... - - - - 2 25 BLAKESHES MY DREAM D...............................................MegenhardtGalavichBlake, Owners- - - - - 1 25 CH.GUYSNGALS HEARTBREAKER D........................................B. Aona, Owner.... - - - - 1 25 TEXICANSMINORITY B...............................................................FarmerMoureau, Owners.... - - - - 1 20 CH.EMCEE'S CHIP-A-HOLIC D....................................................F. J. Noell, Owners.... - - 220 CH. JAMELS FUGICLE OSOUTHLAND D..................................JacksonTaylor, Owners - - - - - - 220 MERRYMONT SATRDY NITE SPECL D.............................P. Griffin, Owner - - - - - - 220 CH. WEE HEARTS JUST-E-NUFF D............................................C. E. Evans, Owners.... - - - - - - 2The Pom Reader February-March 199023CH. MIXONS ROSSI OF FRIPP55 Bests oT Breed 15 Group Placements 2 Group I s 3 Champions in 1989At Three Years Of AgerDECEMBER 1989ar,xV".'irMULTIPLE BISCH. GREAT ELMS PRIDE AND JOY^Your Showcase for Purebred PomsSUBSCRIPTION RATESIn U.S. Dollars11 Issues Per Year Domestic24.00 Third Class Post 40.00 First Class Post Foreign Rates Upon Request Sample Issues 3.00 each Back Issues 3.00 each subject to availabilityADVERTISING RATESIn U.S. DollarsANNUALPREPAIDAD SIZE CONTRACT OPEN RATEFULL PAGE Color 300.00 300.00FULL PAGE bw 96.00 120.00HALF PAGE 53.00 65.0014 PAGE 27.00 35.0018 PAGE 16.00 20.00116 PAGE 10.00 12.00All ads 1A page and larger include one black white photo at no extra charge. Extra photos 5.00 each. All photos will be returned with your copy of the magazine.COMING IN FEBRUARYMARCH...THEANNIVERSARYISSUEHelp celebrate another birthday of THE POM READER with an ad telling of your accomplishments for the last year, and your hopes for the coming year.SPECIAL RATESFULL PAGE 90.00 HALF PAGE 49.00 DEADLINE FEBRUARY 15th, 1990 Make checks payable toDOLL-MCGINNIS PUBLICATIONS 8848 BEVERLY HILLS LAKELAND, FL 33809 Telephone 813-858-3839The Pom Reader February-March 199024by Avi SwirskyENVIABLE ENGLANDCRUFTS 1990Although the people on the streets of London are essentially oblivious to it, this year marks the 99th anniversary of Crufts. For the dog world, these four days in February are looked upon with reverence and awe. For the foreign fancier unused to such giganticisms, we can only stand aghast at the size of this, the Dog Show to end all Dog Shows. With benching required for 14,564 dogs, and judges required to examine 16,315 entries, this is truly an amazing proposition that bears the singularly otherwise unimpressive name, Crufts.JtiGroup and BIS judging takes place in this mammoth ring thats half the size of a football fieldTo keep the number of entries down, the Crufts committee again prohibited entries of dogs under one year of age. This practice may cease when they move north next year, because there is no space limitation at their new home. A British idiosyncracy that also keeps the numbers down is the habit of not showing, win or lose, the same dog under any particular judge twice. Its something the English just dont consider cricket.A brief historyCharles Cruft, the son of a jeweler, showed an aversion to his fathers The Pom Reader February-March 1990business as soon as he left Birckbeck College in 1876. Instead, this designated heir joined James Spratt who had just returned from the States to found a business in Dog Cakes. Spratt had been impressed by a new USA invention concocted from ships biscuits and successfully marketed to dog owners across America. Spratts became a household name, with Charles progressing in the company and, in 1878, he was invited by French dog breeders to promote the canine section of the Paris exhibition. This experience led him, at the request of the organizers, to manage the Allied Terrier Show at Westminster in 1886. Finally, in 1891, Charles Cruft reserved the Royal Agricultural Hall for the first in a long series of shows that would eventually bear his name for generations to come. Charles died in 1938 and his widow organized one show the following year. Three years later, Mrs. Cruft decided she could no longer be responsible for what had become a hugely successful show and asked the Kennel Club to take it over. That act marked the virtual end to privately, run-for-profit shows in Great Britain.To give you a quick rundown on this years happeningsFirst day - ToyUtility GroupsThe Toy group consists of 20 breeds Chihuahuas count as two separated by coat type and drew 1,842 dogs with 1,905 entries. The largest entry was drawn by the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, with 236 dogs and 255 entries the biggest class in the breed was open bitches with 30. The Best of Breed winner in the largest Toy entry went on to win the Toy Group.'vrAJ.Toy Group winner, the Cavalier King Charles WHYTEPLACE APOLLOThe only Toy that has ever walked away with the BIS title in the whole history of this magnificent show was a Cavalier, and that was back in 1973.The Utility Group has 21 breeds including the 3 poodle sizes and drew 1,905 dogs with 2,145 entries. Lhasa Ap- sos had the largest representation with 167 dogs and 186 entries.Utility Group winner, Miniature Poodle CH. NAVARRES EXECUTIVE reserve to the Lhasa Apso. Note the last BIS from this group was a Standard Poodle in 1985.Continued next page25PRESENTINGThe 1990-1991 Stud Dog, Brood Bitch Directory presented byThe Mt. Rainier Pomeranian FanciersRates 5.00 each. Each ad includes a 3 generation pedigree we will gladly include colors and a brief description. Add 10.00 per photo one photo per ad. 30.00 for each 3 ads when photos are included.There will be a section in the back for further advertising 3.00 each.In an effort to encourage advertising all colors of the Pomeranian Rainbow there will be an index dividing the Poms by color. So come and join the fun And help make this the project of the yearContact Wendy Feist, 6325 SE 73rd, Portland, OR 97206. Tel 503-774-8912.ONEOAKS POMSGreat Elms Millamor Muller Sungold Puppies Due in April and May Plus a Parti litter due Inquiries welcome by phone or letterAVONDA PHILLIPS P.O. Box 64 Selma, OR 97538 503-597-4207cOffersCh. Cheelan Chesai Star Editor Eddie babies. 2 male showbreeding prospects, 1 light cream and 1 orange. Eddie is a beautiful silvercream double Starmist grandson and his babies are just as beautiful.Pet ornage male, 7 months, and 2 year old spayed black female, reasonable to loving homes.Ch. Stud Service in SilverCream and Cream Sable.Mrs. Riki Barker 409-553-3672 after 6 p.m.mShow pet quality parti and solid puppies available now from 300.Kelly Reimschiissel 667 North 550 East American Fork, Utah 84003Tel 801-756-2092CHIP-A-WAYPOMERANIANS Offer for sale1 - Ch. Emcee male, proven, excellent bloodlines, 2 years old.Show prospect male puppies Several brood bitchesInquiries invited Carolyn Roberts 615 538-5709Sharon MasnickJohn Masnick 803 928-3511HCR 65 Box 745, Huger, SC 29450Eastwyck PomeraniansBE ENCHANTED BY THE BITCHES OF EASTWYCK 'Puppies Available Occasionally Patrick FarmerRobert Kennedy'Texican, Tim-Sue Lines 2726 WestsidePasadena, TX 77502'Pedigrees on Request 713 943-3574CIRCUS CIRCUSFOX WOODHome ofGreat Elms Joey of Lenette black tan Ch. Queenaire Starburst red sable Barbara Don DeFord Cheri L. Peel5490 A St. SE 15143 Foxhill Rd. SEAuburn, WA 98002 Yelm, WA 98597206-833-4634 206-458-3198Emcees PomeraniansInquiries Invited 804 741-3024 Morris Betty Carson 9826 Waltham Drive Richmond, VA 23233SouthlandPomeraniansRAYS OF SUNSHINE CHARLOTTE CREED 6618 LOST RIDGE PINEVILLE, LA 71360 PHONE 318 - 466-3456Pom Acres KennelR.R. 4Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613319-989-2199The Pom Reader February-March 199026CRUFTS 1990Second Day GundogsThe Gundog group is comprised of 22 breeds which drew 3,075 dogs and 3,415 entries. The largest entry was drawn by Golden Retrievers, with 278 dogs in 321 entries. Winning the Gun- dog Group was a Welsh Springer Spaniel named DLATIES SARIAN, with Reserve going to an American Cocker.This group has often supplied BIS here, the last being 1988, when an English Setter claimed the crown.Third Day TerriersHoundsIn the Terrier Group there are 24 breeds including the Miniature Bull Terrier, with 1,458 dogs and 1,677 entries. Staffords hi res provided the largest contingent in the group with 213 dogs and 240 entries. The Terrier Group was won by a delightful West Highland White, with Reserve going to a Dandie Dinmont. The owner of the Reserve winner told me she may change her dogs name to Also Ran, as this is the second Reserve Group he has won at Crufts.The last BIS Terrier was in 1986, an Airedale.The Hound Group has 24 Challenge Certificates, with 5 of them going to different groupings of Dachshunds two sizes and three coat classifications - total number entered was 542. The winner of the Hound Group was a Whippet, with Reserve going to a Scottish Deerhound. The last Hound BIS was an Afghan, which won in 1987.Fourth Day Working DogsThis group is the largest, with 4,000 dogs and 4,450 entries divided into 33 different breeds. The largest entry of all the breeds at the show was drawn by Rough Collies, with 285 dogs and 337 entries Working Dog winner was the Doberman, CH. SALLATES FERRIS, chosen Best of Breed from among 239 Dobermans with 253 entries. The Reserve Group winner was a Briard. Last years BIS came from the Working Group - a Bearded Collie named CH. POTTERDALE CLASSIC OF MOONHILL.The Pom Reader February-March 1990On to the PomsBefore you get immersed in finding out who did what to whom re our favorite breed, you might be interested to learn that the Yorkshire Terrier wasnt always known by that name...originally, it was called a Halifax Blue Fawn.Class DivisionsThe total number of Pomeranians entered was 120, with 147 entries divided into ten classes. For those of you not well versed in the complexities of British show classes, heres a brief rundownSpecial Junior For dogs of 12 and not exceeding 18 calendar months of age on December 31st, 1989Special Yearling For dogs of 12 and not exceeding 24 calendar months of age December 31st, 1989Undergraduate For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate, or alternatively have not been first place in any classes in Championship shows Puppy, Special Puppy, Minor Puppy and Special Minor Puppy classes exceptedGraduate For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate, or alternatively, have not won four or more first prizes at Championship Shows in Graduate, Post-Graduate, Minor Limit, Mid Limit, Limit and Open ClassesPost Graduate For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate or five or more First Prizes in all at Championship shows in Mid Limit, Limit and Open Classes.Mid Limit For dogs which have not won THREE Challenge Certificates or five or more First Prizes in all at Championship shows in Mid Limit, Limit and Open Classes confined to the breed, at shows where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed.Limit For dogs which have not won three Challenge Certificates under THREE DIFFERENT JUDGES or SEVEN or more First Prizes in all, at Championship Shows in Limit and OpenClasses, confined to the breed, at shows where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed.Open For all dogs of breeds for which the class is provided and eligible for entry at the show.A Challenge Certificate is any show award that counts towards the title of Champion.Basically, there are five ways a dog can qualify for entry at Crufts1. If it is a Champion.2. If it is entered in the Kennel Club Stud Book KCSB or qualifies for entry in the KCSB by December 1989, i.e., if it has won any of the following prizes at a Championship showa. First, second or third in Limit Classb. First, second or third in Open Classc. A Reserve Challenge Certificated. A Challenge Certificate3. If it is entered in the KCSB, or qualified for entry by 12-16-89, through field or working trials.4. If it has won any of the following prizes between 1-1-89 and 12-16-89 at Championship at which there were Challenge Certificates were offered for the breeda. First in Minor Puppy Classb. First in Puppy Classc. First in Junior classd. First in Post Graduate Class5. If it has won a First Prize in a Breed Class at Crufts, 1989.Whew Has everyone got that down pat Im quite sure that a committee of one hundred politicians and one hundred lawyers must have been used to draw up class definition in the UK and entry requirements for this years Crufts as well I wont even bother with the requirements for Irish dogs, and there are other requirements for Beagles Can you imagine And there is more But, really, enough is too much already Thank God I dont have to write up all the puppy class definitions 8 as well.Continued next page27PAINTERS NABOBSI 4lBISS CH. NABOBS TALK OF THE TOWN Marquis - 4'h lb. cream bred by Nan ShartelMarquis finished undefeated winning over Specials. At home in Utah, producing show puppies in white, black tan, and cream.Show prospect puppies available sired by Marquis. Bred to Sun Ray females.Flash An experimental breeding with Marquis bred to my linebred blues has produced some exciting show prospects. Put some color in your lifePAINTERS Randy Blackburn 537 N 900 E Lehi, UT 84043 801-768-3019NABOBS Nan Bob Shartel 409 N. Lincoln Condon, OR 97823-0181CH. ALLAYNS SOUTHERN COMFORTwr nyl HeCh. LLL Charming Gold Bradywine x Ch. LLL Dazzlin' Gold Koquette CDShown taking her third major. Thank you, judges, for appreciating this gorgeous girl.THANKS ARE DUE TOSue Goddard for CH. LLL DAZZLIN GOLD MIKE. Hes a 3 pound doll, half brother to my Ch.s Cookie Krissy, and a valuable addition to my breeding program.Charlotte Creed for SOUTHLANDS PLAYBOY VALLAYN Hes sired by BIS Ch. Southlands Mr. VIP Olda and heavily linebred on Ch. Thelduns Almond Fudge.Mary Allan 2508 E. Tacoma Street918 485-3010 or 355-2531 Broken Arrow, OK 74014TWO MALE PUPS FOR SALE BORN SEPTEMBER 15, 1989SireApples Traveling Rebel of G.E. 1st GenerationCh. Cedarwood Image of Diamond G.E. Sweet Candy 2nd Generation Apples Traveling Diamond Cedarwood Pitti Patti Cedarwood Gold Nugget Great Elms Dolly 3rd Generation Ch. Models Truly-A-Diamond Apples Traveling Crickette Mar-Bi-Leas Sun Fella Cedarwoods Lady Gaylor Woods Sparkling Nugget Cedarwood September Dawn Great Elms Red Robin Great Elms MollieDamLils Ms. Oodles of Noodles 1st Generation Apples Traveling Baron Sherrys Misty Isle Tropicale 2nd GenerationCh. G. E. Modelss Timstopper Traveling ElviraAC Ch. The Pines Jack it BoxKoo Star3rd GenerationGreat Elms Timstopper TooModels Sweet LeilaniCh. Apples Traveling DiamondAnwinks Fortune CookieCh. Bonners Krispris Gldn CometLadys Darkness At DawnSunnycrest BucaneerSunnycrest Little TrinketPHONE 919 424-0270Feistys Pomeranians offers for saleCH. FEISTYS MY-T-FINEMighty is a 4lb. orange ball of energy He has so very much to offer the serious breeder. He is proven and enjoyes the life of a stud. Pedigree picture on request. Very reasonable.PresentingFEISTYS BANDIT OF POM ACRESShown here at the Magna- Match, this properly marked black tan boy will be a real asset to our program. Luck was truly with us when the Fiddicks said Hes yours Thank you again Juanita Robert. Look for Bandit in the ring this summerPOM READER-rHAPPY BIRTHDAYFEISTY'SPOMERANIANSVictor Wendy Feist 6325 S.E. 73rd Portland, OR 97206 503 774-8912The Pom Reader February-March 199028CRUFTS 1990By the way, at eleven pounds Sterling 18 U.S. per dog, Crufts is the most expensive show in Britain the price for a normal Championship Show went up to nine pounds 15 U.S. while open shows usually run less than 2.00, but most exhibitors are consoled by the fact that they only have to pay 1.65 for each additional entry for a particular dog.The Reserve Winners Bitch went to Mr. Mrs. J. Ellen Chatham, Kent, for their vivacious little POMLYN MIGHTY MUFFIN AT JIMALEA, a 3Vi year old vibrant red dog that never stops moving and never is out of step. This dog was drawn from the Limit Dog class where he was up against 26 other dogsThe Reserve Winners Bitch was awarded to the Humphreys Leshida Kls, Bolton, Lancashire, with their really super young 15 months girl, LESHILDA LITTLE RED ZOEY. A bitch with so much feathering and a HUGE frill around her neck is one to watch. The Humphreys did themselves proud when they bred this spectacular little dameWinners Dog went to SPERANZA GENTLEMAN JIM exhibited by Mrs. Car- rigan Bishopbriggs, and bred by Ms. Holder of Speranza Kennels. This dog was put in the open dog class in spite of his young and tender age born April 1, 1988, reflecting an unshakable faith by the owner in the judge - Mrs. Staff - to pick out quality. This dog is outstandingBest of BreedCH. KERRYHILLS JASBREW OF POMANNAThe Best of Breed was the Winners Bitch, CH. KERRYHILLS JASBREW OF POMANNA, a compact, well ribbed little lady who certainly deserved the title. She was exhibited by Mr. FinleyThePom Reader February-March 1990Bissett Cygals Kennels, and is out of Cygals Modern Millie x Ch. UK, IRL JAP Daim of Sushimoto at Cygal. This bitch is also quite young June 18,1987, but what an impression she makes Prancing around the floor as if she owned the place, no one almost could begrudge her this win.BIS at Crufts 1990 was won by the West Highland White Terrier CH. OLAC MOONPILOT, owned and exhibited by Mr. Derek Tattersall of Lancashire, with Reserve BIS going to the Whippet. Derek has been wearing the same sports coat for the entire three-plus years that he has been showing this outstanding dog, afraid that if he changes his coat, his luck in the ring will also change. Well, Derek, I assure you if you could possibly still need such assurances, with Moonpilots obvious quality, you could probably wear your birthday suit and no judge would be distracted fromyour gorgeous dog. CongratulationsA reminder to one and all that may be thinking of attending the World Show this year Closing date for entries is the first week in April why they need three months is beyond me, so you have very little time. If you need last-minute help with the forms, I will try to oblige. You can either write or give me a call please remember that France is 6 hours earlier than EST. I do hope to see a large contingent of American dogs at Brno, Czechoslovakia in July. Vienna is the closest airport, and the Czechs are going all out under their new regime to attract foreign visitors. I can personally vouch for the attractiveness of Prague, a super city that is beautiful even unto the blindAvi Swirsky80270 Heucourt-Croquoison, FRANCE Telephone 33 22.29.44.70W.hIV 1,Poms in the ringrFit rBISCRUFTS1990CH.OLACMOONPILOTWest Highland White TerrierOwner-HandledByMr.DerekTattersall29Grafenhorsts Poms Tiny Partis Pretty Heads Open Markings Heavy Coats Short Backs Super SoundnessWe are very excited about our lovely litters from Ch. Great Elms Lil Man of Lenette, and the top winning chocolate in the U.S., Ch. Starlites Legacy Choco Bear.mr1'v.wThese super boys are at stud to approved bitches. Several promising puppies available. For further information, contactHORST GRAF GRAFENHORST POMS 12000 NW 2nd Street Plantation, FL 33325 305 475-2465r Jfr-,WHID-DONS POMSHome OfTIM SUES SPARK OF LIGHT TIM SUES DYNAMITEBarbara T. Whiddon, 4703 Monroe Hwy., Pineville, LA 71310. Tel 318-640-2993. Quality Bred Puppies OccasionallyICERAMA POMSSkip Piazza THE KENNELS527 B Church Road, Avondale, PA 19311 215-268-8000 or 215-268-2266arC^Jrecious C^JeiiiesHome of GabrielBreederOwnerCLAUDIA PFEFFERP.O. BOX 10432Jefferson. LA 70181 504 737-1729HOME-OF THENORMA C. GAD 915 584-09424 KILLER tftAND ALL THOSE GORGEOUS GIRLS 5908 Upper Valley Road El Paso, TX 79932FANJETSKENNELSPomeraniansArlene Steinmetz9714 Magnolia Way Tampa, FL 33635 813 886-0249Stud Service3iiCheryl A. Jackson Joel M. TaylorLS ^Pometam'cms1038 16th Ave. South Birmingham, AL 35205 205 328-6603Finchs PomeraniansChampions at stud Puppies by Ch. Pomirish Robins Top Shelf Ch. Tim Sues Moon Rocket WhiteRed WhiteBlack partistud service and puppies Great Elms, Millamor, Scotia lines Diane L. Finch, RR 1, Kelley, IA 50123. Tel 515-769-2444MNMS POMS-R-USMARY GENE WELLS 4986 Avila Way Buena Park, CA 90621 714994-02594888 Canal 15 Road Lake Worth, Florida 33463 305 967-5786PO Box 151 Dillwyn, Virginia 23936 804 983-2517a formaInquiries WelcomeLAVINA JOHN GARTON Poms Exclusively2dolfrcrcst ^omcraniansMichael Bandy Glenn Bernardo 20524 Pioneer Boulevard Lakewood, CA 90715 213 402-9606 evesDOVERHOLIHOUSEPOMSThe Partis Just BegunKathryn Hartz Patricia FoleyDan Ninotski 609 695-1642The Pom Reader February-March 199030LnEnTDTnEnRnS--------------------------------------------------------------------------From Our ReadersPOM PERSUASION...Dear Joe,Last January 19th I was given a Pomeranian puppy. I am a Toy Poodle person - also Persian cats. Now, I am another convert.Charlie was 1 year old on November 1 st. He gets along with everyone, even a snappy old maid poodle bitch. He made friends with my ancient persian cat male, and laid next to him and gave him little kisses the night that 18 year old Czar died.Charlie never went through the uglies - we are still waiting. We are hoping to buy a little lady for him in the spring. We are NOT interested in breeding - but like good-looking pets. Charlie is neutered.Charlie in the snowCharlie - a living dollLaura Mairman, Bryn Mawr, PALaura Thanks for sharing the photos, and give my regards to Charlie. Hes a lovely Pom, and obviously has a loving home. Best of luck JMcGThe Pom Reader February-March 1990CAVEAT PRAETORDear Mr. McGinnis,As a breeder and exhibitor of Pomeranians, I found Ms. Luginslands piece in the December issue of The Pom Reader pp.24 rather over-bearing and a bit pompous. I refer to what she wrote about how to ferret out the integrity and honesty of those contacting her for stud service or inquiring about purchasing a dog.As a well known breeder and judge of Pomeranians, Ms. Luginsland must realize that people with an interest in showing or acquiring a good line, will usually start where they feel honesty and integrity lies.As for name dropping for an in these names should give a good clue as to who to contact should she feel it is important to check up on anyone who she has doubts about.Where does the serious novice begin if not with referralsIs our breed so guarded that only a few are allowed to be considered in Is this what showing our beautiful Pomeranians has come toI in no way intend for this letter to be insulting to Ms. Luginsland. It is only meant as a gentle reminder to breeders everywhere that once you have become successful, with quality dogs, as well as a good reputation, people interested in your breed will seek your advice and your help.If one wishes to keep their good reputation as either a breeder or a judge, or both, one must remember the ESP must be good on both ends of the line.Please sign me,BreederExhibitor in ArizonaDear BE in AZ -1 think you got the wrong idea about Janices article. It was a warning about unscrupulous individuals, not a blanket sanction against prospective Pom owners. To clarify the point, let me tell you a true and terrifying tale.Several years ago we got a call from a lady who cried and cried about the 14-year-old dog she had just lost. She couldnt make it through Christmas, she was so bereft. She had to have a replacement, immediately. Price was no object, but time was of the essence. She almost had us convinced we know how sad it is to lose a beloved dog.About an hour later as we pondered whether to sell or not, a fellow breeder called about another matter and asked how this particular puppy was developing. I countered pretty well, but I may sell him to a lady who just lost her 14-year-old dog. My friend said, Thats funny, I just got a call from a lady who lost her 14-year-old dog and needed a replacement immediately. A light bulb went off in my head we made several calls andascertained that SEVEN breeders had been approached by this poor lady. All seven were contemplating a sale. All seven were sympathetic.All seven were almost duped. Subsquent investigation snooping revealed that the caller owned a New York City pet shop and was low on Christmas stock. NONE of us wanted our canine kids to be transferred in this manner. And all of us would have been mad as hell had we fallen for this ruse.As much as we dislike the truth, we must remember that there are people out there involved in dogs purely for financial gain, with little regard to the health and welfare of the individual. So, if you are ever faced with a breeder who seems to be very picky about just who you are and what you will do with the dog, remember that there may be extenuating circumstances. And that is the breeders concern for the breed, and not snobbery, that dictates this attitude.Thanks for the letter, and best of luck with your dogs.JMcGOVERBOARD FOR POMS...Sirs Enclosed find check - payment for one year of your magazine, The Pom Reader.I love Poms To me there is no other dog I now have my third and he is a little boy of sixHes so smart and so cute and lovable Id raise a dozen Poms before Id raise one kidTeiko Says Arf Arf, too Have a happy day. Sincerely,Anne Harting Teiko Wun SunAnne Well, I guess I dont have to spend a lot of time convincing you of Pom Virtues...you seem to have them down pat.Best of luck a kiss to Teiko. JMcGA NOTE FROM JIM SHEARER...Joe,Just a note to say how much we enjoyed the December issue of The Pom Reader. I called Duane and ordered six more copies for the people who showed at our Match and do not subscribe. We will get them hooked on this great magazine. Thanks again for coming up to the great state of Ohio and helping make our Match something that the exhibitors will never forget.Jim Shearer, President Ohio Valley Pom ClubJim The pleasure was all mine. I am still enjoying good memories of a fabulous weekend with beautiful Poms and delightful people.Heres wishing the best to the club and continued success to you. JMcGContinued next pageLETTERS continued...Joe,Hi I just received my January issue. I thought you might want to publish this Lament of a Stud Dog in your next issue.I myself believe wholeheartedly that the dam of a litter of Pom puppies is just as important as the sire. They both have their part in their creation, rightIt would be interesting to hear how other Pomeranian breeders feel about this subject. How about a surveyAnother Pom Lover Admirer, Sue Soares TLC Poms, Chino, CaliforniaSue - Many believe the bitch to be more important as she raises the kids and teaches personality traits. Maybe our Resident Surveyor Lois Ciliberto wants to tackle this one. Lois And now...LAMENT OF A STUDAuthor UnknownMy job is making puppies, and I get two tries at that.They pat me and tell me Good Boy and thats the end of that.Its half my job to give em teeth and toplines, fronts and other.Remember, its only half my job they also have a mother.Its not my job to carry pups and make em grow or nurse em.And feed and clean and make em strong,Thats for mother and a person.Its not my job to wean em and feed calcium and food,And stack and gait and housebreak and make em show or brood.Its not my job to plan the breeding and learn what produces wellTo study pedigrees, learn whats there, and pick out what to sell.Its not my job to guarantee champs the breeder picks the pair.To make and whelp and feed and show and hope that champ is there.Its not my job to be on hand when points are given outThe breeder, owner, dam and friends take credit with a shout.Its not my job to deliver a winner, its only genes I sellBut let those puppies turn out bad and guess who catches HELLLET US KNOW YOUR THOUGHTS Send your letters to Joe McGinnis, Editor, The Pom Reader, 8848 Beverly Hills, Lakeland, FL 33809. The Pom Reader February-March 1990Home OfJDSPOMPOUSCH. JDs Bella DonnaCH. JDs Country BumpkinCH. Goldcrests Pacific DreamerCH. Circle M Comes A HossmanJanet Hovey, 34856 Acton CanyonPOMSRoad, Acton, CA 93510. Tel 805 269-5575TIM-SUE POMERANIANSOpf Home of the LightsTim Sue GoddardRoute 2, Box 540 -v' Opelousas, LA 70570c. 318 543-6622DOSSMARStud Service in ChocolateWhite and OrangeWhite Pups Available Now In The Above Colors Marian Dossinger 3936 Hi Mount Road414-334-4889 Kewaskum, Wl 53040iohn e. heaftzPROFESSIONAL HANDLING IN CANADA POMS A SPECIALTY PO BOX 189, BROOKFIELD, N.S. CANADA BON 1C0Tel 902 673-2446oomeianianbBreeders of fine Poms since 1957 4345 Rogers Lake Road Kannapolis, N. C. 28081 Phone 704 938-2042 K. G. GRIFFITH, OwnermCH. GREAT ELMS MODELS TIMSTOPPER4V2 lbs. deep orangeStanding at stud to approved bitches. 150.00. Free color picture and pedigree upon request. Several litters due by Topper as well as other outstanding studs.Please call or write for price list. We offer our free newsletter to Pom breeders who are sincerely interested in working together to breed a better Pom."-m,r^l-2Ti '-IvVr In ST 9 MONTHS VAMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUB FEBRUARY 1990 iaau'S.-.B-r . 5 Sz ._ - -55L' SC- ^' IV.SI-FIRST6-9 MONTHS SWEEPSTAKESe ,AMERICANfomeranian CLUB FEBRUARY 1990DAVE ASHBEY4-S'iOwnerbreeder Patty Griffin 2767 Calumet Street Winston-Salem, NC 27106 919 724-7562Show Puppies OccasionallyMERRYMONT POMS... ...Loved New YorkMERRYMONT ONE NITE STANDCh. Merrymont Satrday Nite Fever x Ch. Queenaire SignatureShown takng the 6-9 Month Puppy Bitch Class at the American Pomeranian Club Specialty under judge Sally Baugniet, owner-handled.Thank you Wanda Dudley Roach for letting us have Pickles lovely mother.'MERRYMONT LORD OF THE JUNGLEMerrymont Lil Red Bearonx Merrymont Cameo KeepsakeShown taking the 6-9 Month Puppy Dog Sweepstakes Class under judge Nadine Hersil with his best friend Geoff Browne at the lead.Congratulations to Merrymont Cookie Monster Skip Piazza Bill Ferrara and Merrymont Golden Image Maureen Quinlan on their nice placements at the Specialty. And, also, Merrymont Flash Dance Dudley Wanda Roach on going Winners Bitch at Golden Gate.Tarzans Handler Geoff Browne 1915 Hickory Drive Harleysville, PA 19438 215 234-0575DOLL-MCGINNIS PUBLICATIONS BULK RATE8848 BEVERLY HILLS U S. POSTAGELAKELAND, FL 33809 PAIDPERMIT 395LAKELAND, FLNEWS PUBLICATION - DO NOT DELAY - ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED