APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 1MayJune 2006CH Starfires Josefina Is NastyOfficial Publication of The American Pomeranian Club, Inc.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1236 AM1IPomeranian ReviewC1v LhVa '\1V.j\1^1K2^ ' jC7BEST OFBREEDVARIETYI 4if,vu i ...k-1 WM 2 Y'i xy ' iA 0 "4R0. . c ' ri6H 14 15XNATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYthomasphoto30hotmail.comVi fJTSwasT,77 1M[3]W32 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWCH Dockilocs As Good As It Gets x Jan-Shars Heaven N Your EyesApollo finished his Championship in only 3 weekends from the bred by class and all beforethe age of 7 months. He took B.O.B. each time he entered the ring and collected 3 majorsalong the way winning over specials. A special thank you to the very lovely and respectedAnn D Hearn for Apollos first group placement. Apollo is our 5th champion and our firstBred By Exhibitor champion. He truly is a breeders dream come true. Congratulations Ronand Merilyn Smith on your kennel visit. Jessica David SolisJ-Das Pomeranianswww.J-Das.com - w2bspldsbcglobal.net2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1236 AM2I I I I I i i i inJ-Das Pomeranians proudly presentsLrJ i AI\yirJ iJ b I 1^ s I^3at.'Fv. 1L ^ jfvV'S01 yit.1 4nfnuurI\vg ' ,\vif',JivsJkinvFa - iy\vAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 32006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1236 AM3rm i i i inA7WJ wA.JrAa V. i .' wL p fr-3Jl i. 7.I111 nIf,c iirfflI .Uiinp mio.-v.Ss3iBESTOF WINNERS ' WINNERS DOG BESTBRED BY EXHIBITORrm rt'l iL.W-sfe ..IT.m3.jIS- 4r I'wk 1 nI M Thelma Dunn Memorial Challenge Trophy 'A IkELR ^T . i.c Vdi,-'i r77 14I^Hft ' S NATH ra iii fii jbHTHOMthoma [algMMtfsfJ w[iTtJ4mjsFLASH FLASHam goes BOW under J^dfe Vickie Abbott at the Central Carolin his mt i ecialty and finishesm imim\vTi oU rrSn. c I1 pjpPraing AKC confirmationB\GQ O,G0 A4 wrI XIIi1I vn lf4bewdfr af.i many ririrj^ife a t eVatismsif n ^Pm '.CftlhyJVtyini ' foozlev4 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1236 AM4I I I I I i i i in4IMSA5JMV i Black Tie I Tails4 r c mtKQIn loving memory of the Greatest Black Tan in AKC and APC History.IS5 A."-wr\t1\ .BESTIN^3SHOW1ST BISA WITH THE LATE BELOVEDBISA Judge Mr. James P. Cavallaro, DENTON v KENNELCLUBI corrI 4 41 ftI 7afr' HwRL" Group 1 with Judge Mr. Alan Harper1 \ejmIlk A3N,A 'g4jrN\.v TV HOLDS THE DISTINCTION OF BEINGthe ONLY Black Tan in history to win Multiple Best In Show Specialties,He was sired byAmIntlBISABISS Ch Maiestics Willie B Steppin Up, GQ 1 Pom 1997 APC Pedigree Winner and Dam Southland N Linchris OprahTV WAS BRED BY CHARLOTTE CREED ANDowned by Annette Rister Charlotte Creed,TY WAS A WONDERFUL DOG IN AND OUT OF THE SHOW RING You WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART.iftGROUP1STf DENTON v KENNEL flCLUBCOTT.\ftAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 52006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1236 AM5I I I I I i i i inBISA Judge Mr. Norton Moore Jp. SSc fsVASO3- KVJy54 ^4 r.' 'tit'ffjr W ,tm- .. ,__Slv . Svty'ilH 4. V , A ML'iBdn5Lv,'A- idK\k ' .S5r \.Y\4iJturEft^34'c 7 A rmin1. V 1-,rre ''mSkiS''kHV f I t S t' 0 . ^ yfyN ,o .kSLLuJ-'v V' ii zm'v .irv'JFrA.T...S4IBEST IN SHOWAKENNEL CLUBwOFTEXARKANA'iI999 fejPEGINI, v4Group1 Judge Mr. Stephen J, Hubbell4i0jiyyAnnette RisterMajestic Poms mgfn .V .."^iirkmPBrAVirap, i1 ivPV3270Roscher Rd.Corpus Christ i, Tx 78418361-939-6969pommom572aol.comvGROUPFIRSTKENNEL CLUB OFTEXARKANAiff1999 rTPEGINIj6 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1238 AM6rm i i i in4r iMl-UpOMSLkfWUWAI wish everyone A Happy Easter Happy Spring lCh Carleez N Gar-V's Magic Dragonsire Gh. Sundown's Be All You Can Be dam Ch. Gar-V's Zeek-A-BooPuff aka P Dragona ttc.V9J\ y\YE X4BEST OF WINNERSt e9VNEW CHAMPIONTWIN BROOKS IT. KENNEL f CLUBSUNDAY iMARCH 26, 2006 CTOM DIOIACOMO irjuruMM fjlVuior choosing this dynamite little boyI would like to thank the foll120805 - C. Michael Benson 12905 - Joe Walton - 2 pts 121005 - Kent Delaney - 2 121105 - Charlotte Patterso 022406 - Elizabeth Muthard 031306 - Sue Goddard - APC Nation 032406 - Mrs. Carol Williams-J 032606 - Victor Joris - photoyBe 5W5JC''uppy, ind Best OpTSpt. mtyS T]\Ai ] -ATNe 2 pts., BOW iThank you to Puff's breeder and my friend Carol Leemhuis for br A special thank you to Puff's fantastic handlerPuff is owned, loved and very spoiled by Gail Garvey gailgar1bbZJl, such a super little boy. elerich.com www.garvpoms.com4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 7Grand Sweepstakes Winner at APC National 2006A Special thank you to Heweys breeder, Charlotte Meyer, for this beautiful boy and for always being there forme. Hewey is our dream come true. Thanks to Heweys remarkable handler, Lynn Meyer for always handlingour Poms to their best. Thank you Judge Sue Goddard for awarding Hewey this unforgettable winOWNER BREEDERCO-OWNERMARVALLES POMERANIANS CHARS POMERANIANSMARY VALLES CHARLOTTE MEYERWWW.MARVALLESPOMS.COM WWW.CHARSPOMS.COM432-523-5262 906-466-9048HEWEY2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1238 AM7I I I I I i i i in4ris.m-jv 'ri V1\v^i' f yV .r4.JftoSWEEPSTAKES hvTlw72fv]MA 0R 0c I644H 1413.NATIONAL SPECIALTY HTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYthomaspholo30holmail. com alii, ,iSWmlSfia 1\ki.v,' Ui77 Irv j - j-V r -X.rrrl. vr-^M F[5] Ejtfi 0wi. U3,,u4 ________---------s.48 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1238 AM8I I I I I i i i inj m a IOzziemrr\j'3 grr^ 'iV JSfc,BISS AmCanMexFCI-Intl CH Showcase Hot TopicM 4dS'hotvccdes JWzMmWi'W-tIS.ft. 's.n.' igg fa. OBCongratulations to Ron and Merilyn Smith and Derrik and Deronda Sharp for your well- deserved kennel visit. I am honored to have gotten to know you over the past few years and excited to be a part of your team. Congratulations to Kay Chaney and Reed Adams for your kennel visit and success in the ring. It's always a pleasure to show alongside you.Ozzie is owned byRon Merilyn Smith Alane LevinsohnOzzie was bred byAlane Levinsohn Curtiss SmithThank you to all the wonderful people who supported my kennel visit. I was truly touched by your kindness. Thanks to Ron Merilyn Smith, Derrik Deronda Sharp, Robert Celeste Solano, Linda Lewis, Dan and Tammee Felix, Cheri McDonald, Diane Tom Zech, Diane Finch, Karen Chisam, Linda Pelz, Michael Liz Wells, Linda DeCicco, Ken Griffith, John Pauline McFarlane, Pat Barnett, Ellen Takayama, Randy Flouston, Chuck Whittemore, Judy Green, Debi Procaccini, Mike Cande Gordon, Geneva Coats, Terri, Dick, Jordan Jocelyn Rothell, Becky Sabourin, Leesa Molina, Bob Liz Pietzsch, Carla Lohuis, Lori Lindsey Kamrath, Lana Price, Jessie Klein, Joyce Bob Birks, David Carlene Gilstrap and Rebecca Jackson.Alane Levinsohn818 352-9536ShowcasePoms.comshowcasepomscomcast.netAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 9CONGRATULATE Kay Chaney and ReedAdams of Kayra Poms, and Ron and Merilyn Smith, andDeronda and Derrik Sharp of Starlight Paws, on theirwell-deserved kennel visits. We value your friendshipand supportKayras White Hot DiamondIceSpirit Summers FantazyTessRetro Poms and Spirit PomeraniansCH. Kayras Busting Out Diamonds x Kayra N Dreamweavers DiamondCH. Retros Anastasio x CH. Jan-Shars Summer RainRETRO POMSLeesa Molina 818 342-POMSElizabethRetroPoms.comSPIRIT POMERANIANSKaren Huntsberger 520 404-9637KiKiHuchaol.com2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1238 AM9I I I I I i i i in Ik,\VOl '-vw wij4 4410 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWDoo-Shays Short CircuitSire Hollilys Circuit Breaker OrangeCh Southpaw of SisnbenCh Ursa Minors Special EffectsDam Tabletops Tahitian Pearl BlueUrsa Minors Milk and HoneyJudge Fred Bassett - March 2005 APC National - Best Bred by Exhibitor as a 7 month oldA year LATER and even betterJudge Erika MoureauMarch 2006 APC National Award of MeritJudge Anna KatonaJanuary 2006 AKCEukanuba Invitationals Award of ExcellenceSuper thanks to those judges who have made March 2005 through March 2006 so wonderful.Best wishes congratulations toRon and Merilyn Smith, Derrik Deronda Sharp - Starlight PawsKay ChaneyReed Adam - Kayra PomsOn your APC Kennel VisitsBREEDERSOWNERHANDLERJAN STACHURSKI TABLETOP POMS - JASUSTACHAOL.COMCH TABLETOPS BLACK MAIL SENDER2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1238 AM10i i i in40 1LW^Nift V JV-CSi lEm4k ^f - -3 1wAWARD OF MERITLM 2 4A 0R 0 \JC6H 1514NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY1homasphoto30hotmail.coin . Ot3Xw4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 11Lenette PomeraniansBreeders of fine Poms since 19571440 Pom Orchid LaneKannapolis, North Carolina 28081Ph 704 938-2042 Fax 704 938-7578www.lenettepoms.com - K. G. Griffith - OwnerRocky Mtn. High of Lenette x Miss Heather of LenetteGrandson of Ch. Paughprints on the Mtn. Crest.We have litters due from the following studs.Ch. Band of Gold of Lenette, Ch. Bandmaster of Lenette, Ch. Rueben of Lenette, andEphriam of Lenette Ch. Mountain Crests JJ son and Ch. Great Elms Little Cricket.Phone us for the latest information on the puppies we have to offer and be sure to visit our web site.www.lenettepoms.comBest wishes to Ron and Merilyn Smith, Derrik and Deronda Sharp andReed Adams and Kay Chaney features in this issue.Congratulations to Angela Blocker and her new CH. ROYAL TEE TUCKER OF LENETTE.Ch. Music Maker of Lenette x Minnie Pearl of Lenette.HAPPY 93RD BIRTHDAY TO OUR ADOPTED MOTHER RUTH BEAM.Ishmael Of Lenette2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1239 AM114-\ . . - fr- \ .yryryryrsifx 5m'Sfi1 '4 444- SB2C4vc asiyV TfIf'^riiT IO'O' 'vr\'^_,T 3^ m Vss vr ' ' '', i . . . r rJtP. v-p3i AV\N irtTO '- 4A3 1"54' U "V ' 49 vl. , 4 -i fR\4 4V.. --i - ' SH . i is'a siv I.TV4 iMss5.4' W 558^-vV''4 ' ' ' XJ'JJpil.o . '4-.yr .n ' .44 -'.- v- s' VI Si. OSKXSeSS "V. -.JS-X^ \ Os- ' ^SXXiS' V cv -X-V i' SAXv. fc mk ..s_v4^V'- 5a' 70,W-^SSA5 v\ Si.^ Ak\ .-4 4.4S VV.n .-'ar . '^4 i -7v'4v 4 4yr 44 v. . ' ... 3 - . . -i B. 'vVu 2b ., a "5i 4yrIBa.14yr It, panm iY mKVB4yr4II I I rm12 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWLinda DeCiccoI would like to send Congratulations to all the winners of the nationals It was wonderful seeing the faces of the people we talk to on line. It was great meeting new people as well. I would also like to send congratulations to the featured breederswith a special congratulations to Kay Chaney and Reed Adam. Congrats also to Starlight Paws. LilyCh Aphrodites Tiger Lily SeemaAphrodites Blue JasmineFaithCh AphroditesKeepin the Faith BreederownerhandlerThe Faces of Aphrodites PomeraniansAphrodites PomeraniansMariaCh Aphrodites MoonstruckMuffinAphrodites Heaven Sent2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1239 AM124rftV..itr7y44 4o'' r B4i i i i nAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 13Thank you esteemed judges for Sashas wins Judge Mr. J. C. Peddie, Mr. R. M. Lemcke,Mrs. V. L. Abbott, Mrs. C. Sommers, Mr. R. Stein. Dr. Herriots title ALL THINGS BRIGHTAND BEAUTIFUL truly encaptures the essence of Sasha.Thank you Joan and Roger.Pinnacle Chic Petite SashaOwnerHandlerAmy Matsuoka Chic Petite PomeraniansSashawinsBOS onherfirstday asaspecial.RespectedJudgeMr. W.BergumCh. Pinnacle Im Stakin My Claim X Sandlewood AK MadelineRoger Lau SandalwoodCo-BreederJoan Kaneshiro Pinnacle PomeraniansOwnerCo-BreederNew Champion2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1239 AM13i i i innr- i1MRV ftflcrmi k.r i ' 1 f Hii i itv\ "jJi5Ki SBEST OPPOSITE HILO SHOWMIKE JOHNSON PHOTO1f --^r rf14 4 ^I ^1' \.'.KVFrTJk tI jVi r \Ly1 rw tJJj E'0 XkkB' tV ame WINNERS BITCH BEST OF WINNIE -I Toy Group ShowMAJORm, I MIKE JOHNSON PHOTOM414 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWSUPPORT THE APCSUPPORT THE REVIEWMail ad text, photos and payment toThe APC Pomeranian ReviewBrenda Segelken, Editor11139 E. 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Additional color photos are 25each additional black and white photos are 10 each.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1239 AM14I I I I I i i i in44 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 15 Mazda made her US Debut at the APC Nationals in Grand Style by winningBest In Sweeps from the 9 - 12 puppy class with many lovely puppies from6 to 12 months old being shown. She also won 1st in her Class in the Regular Judging in the 9 - 12 class. Congratulations to the Over All Grand Sweepstakes Winner, as well as All the other Specialty winners Mazda finished her Canadian Championship in six shows undefeated for WB. Watch her now as she struts her stuff in the U.S. on her way toward her US Title.Thank you Judges Mrs. Sue Goddard Sweeps and Mrs. Erika Moureau Reg Classes for these wins plus finding and placing all 4 Poms I had entered at the Specialty in their classes. This was a very Fun Specialty for me and one I wont soon forgetCongratulations to all the Specialty winners.Jen Hryniuk Jenuwane Poms JENUWANE POMERANIANS presentsCan CH. Jenuwane Kool Protege2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1239 AM15I I I I I i i i in44KVIt1UlM,Lk V2Awrf.iw\n'. - 1'1STPLACE 9 To 12I\\w 1PUPPYfBITCH I fM 2A 0R - 0c m6H 14 15 ft4. ^VaH NATIONAL SPECIALTY4 4THOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYIhomasphoto30hotmail.coni _,rtTim ynt'Ij. 1'7T[oWJB 0P] 3riA'1416 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW The Pomeranian ReviewContentsAdvertisers Index......................................................104APC Board Summary Janice Russell....................46 - 50APC National Specialty ............................53-67, 78,79APC Officers.................................................................23APC Statement............................................................23APC Stats Kelly Reimschiissel.................................69-73APC Summer Specialty Information..................102Ask Us Anything Annette Davis...........................28, 29Back Issue Information............................................104Behind New Titlists................................................22Coming Events....................................................102Cover Story ...................................................................16Crufts Jackie Walsh.............................................82Hawaiian Kennel Club Brenda Segelken.................44, 45Health and Genetics Geneva Coats.......................88-91Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis, HGE.................................35Judges Education Dot Martin........................................68Junior Jive Alexis Okamura.....................................84, 85Just FUR Fun.........................................................83, 105Kennel Visit Starlight Paws...........................31-34Kennel Visit Kayra Poms..........................37-41Kennel Visits, Future Features........................................98Lets Be Realistic About BSD John Heartz......................51Membership Pins...................................................50Membership Report Annette Davis...............................22Memorial Al Williamson................................................95Obedience, Almost A Lost Venue Marian Lazarra....96, 97Performance News Barbara McClatchey..................74-77Presidents Report Marge Kranzfelder....................24, 25Puppy Evaluation Chart..........................................86, 87Registrars Corner Carol Leemhuis.........................26, 27Rescue, PCCI Joanne Norris...............................92, 93Salute to Our Armed Forces...................................98So Whats Your Plan Katie Gammill.....................42, 43Stud Ads...................................................................80, 81Subscription Card.....................................................102SubscriptionReview Information............................14, 102Sunshine and Roses...........................................52, 85Ways and Means Walda Green....................................94Ways and Means Pom Shoppe.....................................94Website Address..........................................................23Front CoverWinning her Second National Best In ShowHer First was at Nine Month Old.This National Best In Show is Starfires home bred 8TH National win.Thank you Breeder Judge Erika Moureau for this incredible MemoryTony CabreraFabin Arienti305 718-4988www.starfirespoms.comCh. Starfires Josefina Is NastyAre We ProudYou Bet2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1105 PM16I I I I I i i i in4 w.4 4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 17rRummy came to our home in 2004 with 11 points, one major. Within a few shows, I finished him with two majors in April 2005 at 5 years of age.Then, I told him he could be a couch potato and on to obedience wed go. Well.I lied. I couldnt resist entering him as a Veteran last fall at theIndiana Pom Specialty. He did quite well so being the proud Mom that I am, I had to show him off at our first APC National Specialty. Just look atwhat he did at these two showsPomeranian Club of Central Indiana October 2005Best Veteran in Sweeps Ms. Becky SabourinBest Veteran Mr. Timothy CattersonAPC National Specialty March 20061st Place Veteran Dog 6 years and under 9 years Veteran Sweeps Mrs. Sue Goddardand the lady who tops my judges list Best Veteran Mrs. Erika Moureau hugs and kisses from RumRumTerimars Classic Amer LegacyCh. Reginapoms Ready to RumbleCh. Starfires Wonder WomanCh. DHCrew Ruff-N-ReadyHeartlands King LouieUnderwoods Sadie-T of DHCrewDias Renee Nicole BearWestwoods Great ExpectationsDHCrew Maximum AgendaReginapoms New AgendaCh. DHCrew Elizabethan AgendaCh. Millamors Makin MusicLarrons Sounds of MusicBev-Nors Lady in RedCinmar Pomeranians is burstin with pride over ourCH. DHCREW ROCK-N-RUMBLECh. DHCrew Ruff-N-Ready x Ch. DHCrew Elizabethan AgendaRummyCindy OnoskoColumbus, OH 614 459-6732 - Active Member of the Ohio Valley Pomeranian ClubI want to once again thank the above judges for these exceptional wins and thejudges listed below for awarding him points toward his championship. My sincereappreciation goes to all of these judges for your wonderful compliments about himand more importantly for bestowing these wins to an ownerhandler.Jan. 2005 Mr. Eugene Blake 3 pt. Major WD, BOW, BOS Rubber City KCApril 2005 Mrs. Glenda P. Dawkins 3 pt. Major to finish Licking River KCRummy is being offered at stud to approved bitches only. Normal tests required.If you are looking to improve coat, he definitely produces it. Watch for his kids inthe show ring, DHCrew Pocket Rock and Ali-Maes Ready to Rock Cinmar.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1105 PM17hiMW LwT ii" mV \iLr^rr 1 .jAl \\Js 'llrr if jftC, T A SL1ST PLACE VETERAN fer ji- A i A4\t.'6 To 9 4JIM 20 0c W, 6H 13 14NATIONAL SPECIALTY j ITHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY I Athomasphoto30hotmail.com I----------------'4 .ij..., yjfh it18 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWCharger jumped at theopportunity toCongratulate our friendsKay Chaney ReedAdams of Kayra poms ontheir feature this month.We would also like toCongratulate Deronda Derrik Sharp Ron Merilyn Smith ofStarlight Paws on theirkennel visit. We wish youall continued success. Itsalways nice to havesmiling faces at ringside.We wish you allcontinued success.Dan Tammee Felixsunglopomsatt.nethttphome.att.netsunglopomsSunGlos Home Team AdvantageAnd all of us at Lil Behrs, wish to congratulate Merilyn and Ron Smith and Deronda and Derrik Sharp on their kennel visit. I enjoy our visits so much, I believe you will have to move to the east coast so that we can visit more oftenCongrats on all you have done in Poms, and best wishes for your future endeavors.Lil Behrs ThumbelinaProud BreederOwnerHandler Joan C. Behrend mzjoaniwon.comLil Behrs Pomeranians, Long Island, New York 631 366-2330Congrats also to Kay Chaney and Reed Adams and all the APC National Winners2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1105 PM18I I I I I i i i in4i -iV'Iys5ki Si 1 . m v.1inV.T ' , 'i ____Sf^nin at nEf4 4r Jttsm4 3riBRED BY EXHIBITOR 1ST PLACE[I -4JM 2A 0R 0 0C6H L14 15NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY1hamasphoto30hotmail.comrMr Arit 4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 19RemmyPictured winning a 5 pt majorunder Judge Mr KenMcDermott. Remmy has 11 ptsand both majors.Thanks to David and CarleneGilstrap for the wonderfullittle girl I brought home fromKentucky. You will be seeingher in the ring later this year.Congratulations to all thewinners at the NationalsCongratulations to KayChaney Reed Adams,Ron Merilyn Smith, andDerrik Deronda Sharp onyour features.Babe McCombs Mi Babe PomeraniansGreenbrier, Arkansas babespomstcworks.net 501 679-6683Remmy CH Jenuwane Caught You Look N X LaCueva-DHCrew Pattis LegacyFinally back in coat after her one year blow....Ms. Debi went to Marietta the weekend beforethe Specialty and walked away with WinnersBitch and BOS over two Bitch Specials.Thank you Judge Lee Anthony Reasin. Then shewent to the Specialty and took 3rd in a large 12-18mos. Sweepstakes Class and 2nd Judging. Thank youto Breeder judges Sue Goddard and Erika Moreau.After the Specialty she went to Pittsburg and tookWinners Bitch and Best of Winners for her 2ndMajor. Thank you to Judge Kenneth McDermott.Debi now just needs 6 singles to finish. Thanks toall who have appreciated this funny little girl whojust has to kiss the judges and do a little spin ortwo on her trip around the ring. Debi has a halflitter-mate, out of Ch Jenuwane Caught You Look NX Ch Oasis a Life of Riley that is available to ashow breeder home. Inquiries welcome.LaCueva KennelSherrilynn RogersDayton OH 45414, 937 275-4062, emaillacuevaknlaol.comLaCueva KennelLaCueva Jenuwane Debutante2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1105 PM19I I I I I i i i in4M \WW.rs ftr VI \ff rBEST OF OPPOSITEgfoincrhassftt Ifit tine l Clu h . U 4 4Hplri H\ pj,. MAJOR WINr WINNERSDOG'SOUTHEASTARKANSASKf NNI IA I hi MU' .ii m ini'i i420 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWLanas PomeraniansProudly announces two new ChampionsSpecial Thanks to Nadine Hersil for finishing my girls,taking great care of them and making them look their best.Thank you to all the judges who awarded my girls wins to achieve their Championships.I am very proud to be the breeder of both girls, with my Poms linesgoing back as far as six generations and looking forward to the next.Congratulations to fellow Californian exhibitors and wonderful friends Ron Merilyn Smith,Derrik Deronda Sharp of Starlight Paws and to Kay Chaney Reed Adams of Kayra Pomson your Kennel Visits. Keep up the good work and follow your dreamsBreeder, owner Lana Price lanaspomeranianscox.nethttpwww.lanaspomeranians.comCh. Lanas CaliforniaDreaminCassieCh. Lanas Let Me Introduce Myself XLanas One Penny to ManyCh. Lanas Copper TopBunnyAm. Mex. Intl Ch. Lanas Im a Topper Too XLanas One Penny to Many All breeding poms OFA certified 2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1106 PM20I I I I I i i i in4i\W VV,11 A y. v4 iV ' O i V Atr'f..a \Heii kVBEST OF OPPOSITENEW CHAMPION jBELLE CITY KENNEL CLUB MARCH2006PHOTO BY DOWNEY CHP ftIv^vry.L -IVV___4 4SA,fWINNERS MAJOR WINr.-,... CENTRAL f ' INDIANAkennelof l PPOSITE SEX PHOTO BY "ViBEST4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 21Shamrock Custom ArtworkAll-Breed ArtworkSpecializing in Logos, Kennel Signs, Portraits,Business Cards and more featuring your special PomOther Specialty Items Suitable for Trophies or GiftsCustom Stained Glass ArtI am honored that my artwork has been chosen to represent theAmerican Shetland Sheepdog Association and theAmerican Pomeranian Club National Specialties for 2007. Jeanne McNally 207 338-1594 shamrocksheltiesadelphia.net httpusers.adelphia.netshamrockshelties2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1241 AM21I I I I I i i i in41 41ii .7Wy,v V--M.wlinSI \CD K\. 7e Pomeranians of DreamWeaver4 4 i 1irPicket Pom's "Micron .V4yy 'A .4f Aphrodite's "Lily422 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWMEMBERSHIP REPORTANNETTE DAVISMembership Continued391 N Mink Creek Rd., Pocatello, ID 83204Phone 208-234-0932 infoavalonpom.comLetters other than those from sponsors commenting on the applicantswhose names are published in the Review are to go to Janice C.Russell, 3540 Kessler Blvd. N Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46222. Commentsmust be received within 30 days of publication Standing Rule II 3.See the APC Web Site httpwww.AmericanPomeranianClub.orgor contact Annette Davis for membership applications.NEW MEMBERSHeather L. McKim MASponsors Jan Stachurski, Barbara KrzewickySharon Wheeler FLSponsors Jose A. Cabrera, Arlene F. BenkoDebra Lowman ILSponsors Mari Iffland, Catherine JessenCindy Onosko OHSponsors Jim Shearer, Hal E. WebsterAndy Gina Williams NMSponsors Laura Meineke, Linda PelzAPPLICATIONSCheryl A. Kerr NHSponsors Charlotte Meyer, Victoria OelerichDeborah Stoehr WASponsors Julie Clemen, Paulette R. HomanAudrey Hal Caywood VASponsors Julie Clemen, Paulette R. HomanR. Lorelei Sibet MDSponsors Suzanne Berney, Donna Lynn WrightSandra Letesha Jr. Girth MOSponsors Noble Inglett, Betsy OwnesTina Joanne Patrina PASponsors Sharon Hanson, Joyce BirksNiki Wilde UTSponsors Kelly Reimschiissel, Charlene R. WatersSusan F. Green NYSponsors Camilla Knight, Carol LeemhuisAmy Gross NESponsors Juanita Fiddick, Nadine HersilSally Hestle FLSponsors Jackie Rayner, Judy GreenJessica D. Johnson LASponsors Tim Goddard, Audrey RobertsRoberta Tomkins NESponsors Juanita Fiddick, Kathy LaundervilleTammy Moynihan SCSponsors Lee D. Cook, Margaret R. McKeeJanet L. Moor WAPATRONMembership ContinuedBEHIND THE TITLISTSCH. DIMONDES GEM COVERED JOKERORANGE MALE DOB 31102BREEDER DIANA M. DOWNEYOWNERS DIANA DOWNEY, CLAYTON MOONEYCH. GREAT ELMS FIRESTARTER, ROMXCH. ELANS INFERNOSILVA LADE JOYS SILHOUETTEDIMONDES GEM FIRE, CD, CGCDMDS BRITISH RED COAT, CGCDIMONDE SOLITAIRE OF EMCEE, ROMXEMCEES SIMPLEMENTE MIELCH. DIMONDES CROWN PRINCEDIMONDES FLYNN FIRE CROWNCH. DIMONDES SAF-FIREDIMONDE FLYNNS COVER GIRLCH. APPLES TRAVELIN DIABLO DELANDIMONDES SATIN SEDUCTRESSDIMONDE SOLITAIRE OF EMCEE, ROMX2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1241 AM22I I I I I i i i in44 4 ,Jjrf i,vTftf9A\ ijlaA.,f ,"^4S ssvsJko.rf iW f 11WNv ,VV' ftfftl 9A\ 991Is."l SFiW g.4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 23AMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUB, INC. OFFICERSPRESIDENT......................................................................................MARGE KRANZFELDER 821 Brown Road, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045-9676PH 831 623-9265 FAX 831 623-2612 EMAIL marge_kranzfeldersbcglobal.netFIRST VICE PRESIDENT.................................................................JANE LEHTINEN1517 8th Street S, Virginia, MN 55792PH 218 749-1154 FAX 218 741-9435 EMAIL janlepomsnetscape.net2ND VICE PRESIDENT.....................................................................MARGARET MCKEE 2426 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland, VA 23063-2508PH 804 556-3380 FAX 804 556-4107 EMAIL idlewyldearthlink.netRECORDING SECRETARY...........................................................JANICE RUSSELL3540 Kessler Blvd. N. Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46222PH 317 924-9093 EMAIL indypomsbcglobal.netCORRESPONDING SECRETARY.......................................................CYNTHIA BOULWARE 6450 Rolling Heights Circle, Kaufman, TX 75142PH 972 962-3872 FAX 972 962-3872 EMAIL lovencountrypeoplepc.comTREASURER....................................................................................ERIKA MOUREAU21522 Rosehill Church Rd., Tomball, TX 77375PH 281351-9516 FAX 281 351-6620 EMAIL texicandogaol.com ........................BOARD OF DIRECTORS............................Sally Baugniet Donna Riehm Alane LevinsohnJackie Rayner Fran Stoll Greggory WatersJACKIE RAYNER, DONNA RIEHM, CINDY BOULWARE, GREGG WATERS, FRANCES STOLL, JANICE RUSSELL, ERIKA MOUREAUALANE LEVINSOHN, JANE LEHTINEN, MARGE KRANZFELDER, MARGARET MCKEE, SALLY BAUGNIETThe American Pomeranian Club, Inc. is devoted to encouraging the owning, breeding and exhibiting the Pomeranian dog and the protection and advancementof the breed. We are currently offering membership to all who are interested in these principles and aims. If you are interested in joining the APC,please contact APC Membership Chairperson, Annette Davis, 391 N. Mink Creek Road, Pocatello, ID 83204. Phone 208 234-0932 or Emailinfoavalonpom.com. Membership applications also may be downloaded from the American Pomeranian Club, Inc. Website httpwww.americanpomeranianclub.org If you only wish to subscribe to the Pomeranian Review, please contact the Pomeranian Review Circulation Manager,Cheri McDonald, PO Box 3402, San Dimas, CA 91773. Phone 909 394-7923, Email cheribachmanpoms.com or Fax 909 599-4692. You need not bean APC Member to subscribe to or advertise in the Pomeranian Review. APC Website httpwww.americanpomeranianclub.org2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1242 AM23I I I I I i i i in41rl 7ilI ^Vtef-r AiukWh MJi'kAL.24 .-nil1 r iKK4 4424 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWPresidentMarge KranzfelderFrom The What a National It was so nice to see everyone that gathered in Louisville. Youbrought a wonderful representation of our Breed for us to enjoy. I am in awe of the team effort that comes together to make it all happen. There is somuch work to be done on site. But there are many other efforts that go on the complete year.First, I will say that everything wasnt ideally perfect. But we go into the corrective procedure mode rightaway. I am very pleased that those attending realize that and make the most of conditions, keep a positive attitude,and focus on what is the main function of making a journey to Kentucky a worthy competition of the best in ourBreed. So, my first thanks goes to all our exhibitors who made this show possible.I hope you enjoyed receiving the exhibitor bags. And those that renewed their Review subscription receivedthose delightful mugs. I realize that all pre-orders of T-shirts and sweatshirts could not be filled with preferredcolors and sizes. But you need to understand we are given ordering restraints by the suppliers. The person that isbehind the scenes for these orders is Brenda Segelken. It is a very fortunate thing that Brenda is not a last minuteworker. The first order was placed by the end of last July. I think it took two more re-orders and 6 months to get anacceptable product for us to enjoy. What a nice way for all of us to enjoy Mr. Stephano Scullinos artwork hegranted us to use as our Specialty logo. Brenda also did our colorful banquet centerpieces... completed around theReview deadlines.On the subject of the Hotel We realize it is not a Five Star accommodation. Contracts must be negotiatedand signed at least one year in advance. So our tactic to serve you best is to negotiate with this hotel for next yearto try to get the very best possible situation there while we investigate if there is any viable alternative forsubsequent years. Not every hotel can accommodate both show requirements and features you have told us wereimportant to include.Speaking of hotel liaisons, our Grounds Chair Gregg Waters work begins before arriving and setting upour show, grooming rooms, and vendor area. He is on the phone during the year with their reservations personnel.If you think the hotel needs a better reservations systems, just imagine what it would be like without an advocateworking in our behalf.Another person coordinating with the hotel long before our arrival is our hospitality chair, KellyReimshiissel. I have never physically seen her whip and chair.... but the hotel staff swear she has them. My answerto them is Kelly does what needs to be done to get the job done right. And that translates all the way frompurchasing those colorful bouquets to brighten our show room to surprising us with light-pens and kazoos. Anyonethat wants to hear an encore performance of On Wisconsin just give me a call. Her dedication totabulating everyones breed achievements all year long allows us to celebrate together at the Awards Banquet.Our trophy chair, Juanita Fiddick with Jane Lehtinen assisting also started working one year ago onobtaining those wonderful hand-crafted trophies for both regular classes and sweeps. Every winner was so pleased.Her life partner in crime, Bob postponed his needed operation in order to serve as our auctioneer. His skill helpsbalance our APC budget and his sense of good humor helps balance our spirits.Speaking of balancing a very large budget, a large part of this task rests on the very capable shoulders ofour Ways Means Chair Walda Green. Yes, National attendees see the dedication it takes to give up the enjoymentof attending your Breeds specialty and turning it into a solid work effort. And add to the challenge working withthis years flu version. But now with pre-orders and website sales this job is year-round. If there is any part ofmerchandizing you would be willing to help out with, Im sure Walda would be glad to hear from you.I want to thank those that supplied those wonderful State Baskets to our auction. They were wonderful,2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1242 AM2444 4SgVlUfflHW 9W1I 'stern to4i i i i nAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 25useful, and imaginative. On one hand, they were fantastic bargains to those that had their bid accepted. But forAPC, they brought consistent bids that aid up to a successful auction. The Treasurers Report will tell us theactual bottom line.We are fortunate to have experienced show schedulers look at what needs to be done and schedule ouravailable space and time to maximum use. This task rests on the capable shoulders of Show Chair Janice Russelland Show Secretary Cindy Boulware. Because of Janices natural organization talents mixed with good commonsense, no one would ever be aware that this was her first National to Chair. Yes, she did have a Summer Specialtyunder her belt. Still she didnt turn us down.... nor let us down. And no show schedule could possibly be metwithout the unsung knowledgeable efforts of our team of ring stewards.Dot Martin was able to initiate a Judge Mentoring program. Dot is another very dedicated volunteer whotakes her responsibility very seriously. The future of our breed will be in the hands of tomorrows judges.The well-attended breeder education seminar was offered by Dr. Marty Greer. Dr. Greer reported up todate breeding technologies. Both she and her daughter participate in showing dogs as well. She therefore broughtthe breeders prospective to her lecture and blended it with a good sense of humor.Everyones sense of humor was put to use at the Pom Costume Contest. If it werent for the bribes, Imsure our Judge Carolyn Crockett would have had even a harder time declaring a winner. They were allwinners...even though one entrant was clearly more in line with the Brussells Griffon standard and another thougha Parti Pom needed to have birthday candles. And Judge ZsaZsa chided all contestants for not being fully dressedwithout a Time to Get Involved watch. Since the sale of these goes to help benefit the PCT alopecia researchfund, you better contact Dana Coventry to be in this years fashion.Talking about a list of dedicated volunteers, I have to add Wendy Donnelly our ObedienceRally chair.When most of us were grabbing a few hours of sleep in the middle of the night. Wendy was spotted cleaning thecarpet of the show ring for the obedience competition. If she ever wants to practice this technique I offered her myplace in California. The obedience and rally exhibitors were rewarded by Judge Pat Krauss diligence in getting toKentucky in spite of being snowbound in Wisconsin.I want to thank those that attended our Annual General Meeting. Its entertainment value is nil. Whenthese three days are just so jammed full of things that must get done, your presence show us you care what ishappening in this Club. And that translates into good care-takers of our Breed.Pomeranians are fortunate that we do have wonderful Care Takers. This translates into people taking theinitiative to spearhead projects that help generate funds for research into the problem most elusive ofunderstanding.... alopecia. In February, the Pomeranian Charitable Trust wrote a check to the CHF for 2,500.going toward Dr. Linda Franks present grant to study estrogen receptors. When grants are awarded, funds needto be there. We were very fortunate to have several projects dedicated to this purpose. Ann Berryman made thatbeautiful quilt from Pom Specialty logos. Donna Rheim was fortunate to win the raffle for this quilt that placed1210 back into the PCT alopecia fund. Ann Berryman also donated a wall-hanging to be auctioned and thoseproceeds brought in an additional 80. Chris Heartz generously offered one of her outstanding needlefelted Pomsto be raffled for this fund. Jan Stachurski helped with selling the tickets....and together this produced 640. I willhave to visit winner Heidi Merrigan to see this adorable, perfect Pom. To further help with our research fund, thePomeranian Club of Canada donated a combined total of 900 this year. From the beginning of our campaign, ourfriends to the north have added a substantial donation each year. And another on-going project was launchedduring the National. Miss Zsa-Zsa states it is Time to Get Involved. Through Dana Coventry you are able topurchase a time piece to be proud of. The proceeds go to benefit the alopecia fund in the PCT. And you receive afashion statement that truly says you are a Care Taker of our Breed. Join the ranks of those who care.Lloyd Franques also gave the PCT a gift that will keep on giving back to our Breed, In Memory of NinaEpps, a donation of 500. This and others received will be listed on the upcoming PCT website.Im sure there are others that this article neglected to include that helped make this National a verywonderful Pom memory. History is built one day at a time. I thank all those who have made these three dayspossible.It is with pleasure that I welcome our two new life members, Jackie Klein and Jim Shearer. And it is withsadness that I must say that we have only recently heard of the passing of two former APC members, AlWilliamson and Dudley Roach.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1242 AM25I I I I I i i i in44 4426 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWHistorical Awards APC Historical Awards must beapplied for. These titles are givento Pomeranians by The AmericanPomeranian Club. They may beused as suffixes to the dogsregistered name but may not beused when entering official AKCevents. The dogs receiving theseawards need not be owned by anAPC member. If you feel your dog is eligiblefor a Historical Award, please applyfor it. Please check the APCwebpage to see if your dog is listedas having earned an award. httpamericanpomeranianclub.orghistorical_awards.html If your dogis not listed, please do not advertiseyour dog as having receivedthe award. magazines, pedigrees,etc. Inquiries to Carol Leemhuis,APC Historical Awards Registrar.Lets get those new awards published Offspring titles for ROM, ROMXand ROMS may come from conformationCh., obedience CD,tracking TD or VST, or agilityNA or NAJ. Only the first obedience,tracking, or agility title level iscredited. No offspring will becounted more than once toward aparents ROM title, regardless ofhow many titles that offspringacquires. Only AKC titles arecounted.REGISTER OF MERIT ROMTo qualify for this award dogs must produce 6 or moretitled offspring bitches must produce 4 or moretitled offspring.REGISTER OF MERIT EXCELLENTROMXTo qualify for this award dogs must produce 15 or moretitled offspring bitches must produce 6 or moretitled offspring.REGISTER OF MERIT SUPREMEROMSTo qualify for this award dogs must produce 25 or moretitled offspring bitches must produce 10 or moretitled offspring.HALL OF FAMETo qualify for this award a Pomeranianmust win an all-breed Best In Show,or win an all-breed High In Trial,or acquire a conformation championshipCh. and a Companion DogExcellent CDX title, or acquire an Agility Excellent AXor Utility Dog UD title, or earn a perfect 200 score inobedience competition.GOLD CLUBTo qualify for this award a Pomeranianmust dogs must win 100 Best Of Breedsandor Best Of Opposite Sex to BestOf Breeds, or bitches must win 50 Best OfBreeds andor Best Of Opposite Sexto Best Of Breeds,or win back-to-back Group 1s, or win back-to-back High In Trials,or acquire an Obedience ChampionshipOTCh, or Utility DogExcellent UDX, or Champion Tracker CT, orMaster Agility Champion MACHtitle, or acquire a combination of 3different titles, one each fromconformation, obedience, trackingor agility.REGISTRARS CORNER Since being appointed as theHistorical Awards Registrar, I havehad a big goal which is to find away that all Poms that are eligiblefor Historical Awards receive them.It isnt the dogs fault that as humanswe dont always communicatewell and stay in touch regardingoffspring, that we forget tosubmit applications, that ownershipchanges or unfortunate circumstancesprevent applications frombeing submitted or that we justdont know to apply. So, in myquest to be an advocate for allPomeranians, I have solved theproblem for dogs born after 1980.Using an AKC report including alltitlists from 1980 through 2005, thefollowing historical awards areconfirmed. Hopefully in time I will be able toobtain copies of the old GazetteAward Books from 1900 through1980 which would complete theAmerican Pomeranian Clubrecords. If anyone lives near theAKC Library and would like to helpwith photocopying for me, pleasecontact me Historical Awards are grantedby the American Pomeranian ClubRegistrar using the criteria on theprevious page. Applications forawards are normally submitted tothe Registrar with proof of eligibility.Please continue to submit applicationsand contact me with quesHISTORICALAWARDS and REGISTRARS CORNERCAROL LEEMHUIS2318 Rose Garden Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 412 344-82572006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1243 AM26i i w i n4tfEr-S^1i i'3iml 14lin4, 4 k ara 8SsSF i li8f4 4irfcp 5M]\1\ AT iff 13251i Is \ml li\Xu 1 ,j dpS I .s iik4 liii ,l S rI F4re OgSssW'm'S3 ailMii SIlai fKiPi jEe iW sai - l 0VL . rainLIW4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 27tions if needed.RESCINDED HISTORICALAWARDS Three awards previouslygranted to dogs born after 1980have been rescinded due to lack ofthe necessary number of titledoffspring. If the owners of thesedogs can provide record that eitherhas more titled offspring thanappear on the AKC report, pleasecontact the Registrar. CH Emcees Chips Of DiamondD ROM rescinded CH LLL Kaptivating Katy B ROMX rescinded and ROMgranted CH Wee Hearts Bearly AnAngel B ROM rescindedNEW AWARDSREGISTRY OF MERIT EXCELLENTROMXCH AJs Smokin Joe D Owners Ashley Gerald MillerPinnacle Holly Of Howlene B Owners Robin Watanabe, HazelMiller Arlene OtaguroCH Starfires Nicholas El Grande D Owner Jose CabreraREGISTRY OF MERIT ROMFinchs Baby Likes To Rockit B Owner Diane FinchCH Firebrooks Tabasco Fiasco D Owners Lee Cook, DonnaMachniak, Dana CoventryCH Foxworth Fanfare D Owners Pamela Dodsworth Larry FoxLakeway N Ragdolls Candy Apl B Owner Valerie AllridgeCH Pom Acres Atomic Enola Gay B Owner Juanita FiddickCH Starfires Table Dancer B Owners Jose Cabrera FabianArientiCH Tomho Rebel Lee D Owner Julie JavernickTrudys Cream Delite B Owner Nancy CoddingtonGOLD CLUB GCGidgets Cinnamon Prince UDX Owner Carolyn SmithRegistrars Corner ContinuedCongratulations to all the APC Specialty winners and the Winners at the all breedshows following KY. It was a pleasure to see so many gorgeous poms at one showCongratulations also to Kayra Starlight Paws on their kennel visits. A BIG ThankYou to Jen Hryniuk of Jenuwane Poms for our new puppy Risen. We are very excitedto begin her show career. From Lil-Ponderosa Poms.Pictured is a 9 mo Black silver male available as stud prospect or pet - with strong brindleand wolf sable genes. Please e-mail or call for pedigree more info. Serious inquiries only.Ron Sherry CartwrightLil-Ponderosa Regd715-874-6936 - lilponderosawwt.nethttpwww.lilponderosapoms.comMASTERCARD, VISA, AMERICANEXPRESS, DISCOVERY, PAYPAL ACCEPTEDCongratulations to my friends at Starlight PawsPoms on their well-deserved kennel visit.I wish you continued success with your Poms.Becky SabourinWyndlor Poms989-832-3408Visit the American Pomeranian Club, Inc. Website athttpwww.americanpomeranianclub.org2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1243 AM27I I I I I i i i in4vftM s 7Vtf"\.'.it wrmy f \\ fai t.fl4 4428 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWA sk Us Anything Annette DavisOur question for this issue is How often and until what age can Poms be safely bredThis is a highly controversial issue. The opinions among breeders and even canine reproductive specialists varygreatly.Nearly everyone agrees that a bitch is too immature to breed on her first heat cycle and should not be bred beforeher second heat cycle. It is also agreed that the bitch must be in excellent health before breeding.As far as consecutive pregnancies, many breeders and experts advise skipping every other season. Some advisebreeding two seasons and then skipping a season, and some contend that a healthy bitch can be bred every seasonwithout harm. In fact, some experts are of the opinion that skipping seasons is unnatural and may actually cause ahormonal imbalance which could have a negative effect on the bitchs health a bitch that needs C-sections wouldcertainly need time to recover between litters.Dr. E. G. Foster of the American Animal Hospital Association is quoted as saying I know of no stance by any organization, AAHA or AVMA on people breeding their dogs during each andevery heat cycle. I personally dont recommend it, but there is no policy by anyone official that I am aware of atthis time. As far as the effect of consecutive pregnancies are concerned, there is probably little if any effect if the bitch isin good physical condition to begin with on each of her pregnancies. You have to remember that this is the way itwas designed in nature to keep the population going and it was survival of the fittest. Much of that is true ofdomesticated pets today too.The book Successful Dog Breeding by Chris Walkowicz and Bonnie Wilcox, D.V.M. states the following Successive breedings for a bitch should be very rare. At least a seasons rest is needed between litters.Following back-to-back litters - for example, if the first litter produced only one pup - the bitch should be allowedto rest at least a year before her next breeding. You might elect to breed a bitch twice in a row if you wish to have her whelp at a more convenient time ofyear, if she has had infertility problems or if she has whelped an extremely small litter. The bitch should be in tiptopcondition. When she is bred on consecutive seasons, litters tend to decrease in numbers, and the size andvigor of the pups tend to diminish, so nothing is gained.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1243 AM28I I I I I i i w in--4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 29 The exception may be the bitch who cycles only once a year. It is permissible to breed her on successiveseasons since Nature has spaced her cycle for a years sabbatical.In the end, I think that each breeder needs to carefully consider the health of the bitch as well as her past breedinghistory and then make up his or her own mind.As far as how old to breed, again opinions vary widely. Some breeders and veterinarians feel that brood bitchesshould be spayed at around age 5 and some feel that they can safely be bred until age 8 toy dogs do age lessquickly than their larger counterparts. And of course there are those stories circulating about bitches who climbedthe fence at age 10 or 11 and then free whelped and raised a healthy litter of 4... Once again, I feel that the healthand reproductive history of the bitch should be taken into account and then it is up to the breeder to do what she orhe feels is responsible.ReferencesOn Consecutive Canine Pregnancies httpwww.stormpages.combravewolfbtbpreg.html retrieved March 20, 2006Walkowicz, Chris and Bonnie Wilcox, D.V.M. Successful Dog Breeding. 2nd ed. New York Howell Book House, Inc., 1994.Our question for the next issue is Why should I neuter or spay my PomYou may direct new questions or answers to these questions toAnnette Davis, 391 N Mink Creek Rd., Pocatello ID 83204, 208-234-0932, FAX 208-234-0792e-mail infoavalonpom.comPrevious Ask Us Anything Columns may be viewed on line www.avalonpom.comPomCare.htmCongratulationsRon Merilyn Smith andDerrik and Deronda SharpStarlight PawsAlways so nice to spend time with you at theshows... hope to see you soonWishing you all the best.Colleen BelandPomhaven Pomeranians - www.pomhaven.comBreederSandalwoodRoger Lausandalwood88yahoo.comProud OwnerVintageEllen Takayamavintagehawaiiyahoo.comVINTAGESANDALWOOD JO VINTAGE GALLIANOCh. Pinnacle Im Stakin My Claim x Sandalwood JM Ling LingWe are proud to introduce our newest show prospect Tony.Mahalo to Roger Lau for entrusting me with this exciting new boy.Congratulations to Ron Merilyn Smith and Derrik Deronda Sharp of Starlight Paws and Kay Chaney ReedAdams of Kayra on their well-deserved kennel visits.AM CAN CH BISPOMHAVENSCLASSICALLYBENTLEY2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1243 AM29I I I I I i i i in4rwm[v "tf.LT''325,'a 25^ 1 ItT uf f. i aJ3S,i i4TWppL JLtU5Slmsm, ATMVfc.lKIfl""__________v.4 4430 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWAmira finished her championship the first time out inthe 9-12 month puppy class at the San DiegoPomeranian Club Specialty. Thank you to all the judgesthat appreciated her wonderful structure, movement andgreat personality.Huge thank you to Noble Inglett for letting me use Parker,Betsy Owens for being an invaluable friend and mentor,Annette Davis for letting me own her beautiful mother,and Brian Cordova for a job well done in finishing her.Congratulations, Kay Chaney and the Starlight Paws,on your well-deserved kennel visits. I always lookforward to see you at the shows and wish you the bestin your breeding program.AmiraExquisite PomeranianWahyuni Wibowoexquisitepoms4mehotmail.comCh Exquisites Dream AdventureBrian Cordovaavalondogaol.comBetsy Owensbetsy_owensearthlink.netCh Pufpride Sweet Dreams x Ch Avalons Angelina2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1243 AM30I I I I I i i i in4, A'itP et1 \nft4 4^4 HackmanPomeranians\ iWg^ - g ''IJ i7rAll lanes are clear for Bachman's King of the Road and were excited to see what the future will bring. Johnny is the last offspring we will have from our found' ation bitch Lexus and were thankful to Bob and Celeste Solano of CR Poms for the opportunity to breed Lexus to their beautiful Strider. Watch for Johnny in the ring later this spring.Congratulations to fellow Southern Californians Kayra Poms and Ron Merilyn Smith and Derrik Deronda Sharp of Starlight Paws on your kennel visits. Its always great to see you guys at the shows. Good luck with all of your endeavors in the years to come. MU 3aiiLrViV4m 41y. . 4e,4T-4r-r J . 11\ 7-K4m ,7- 3 444' f ____ i .Cheri McDonaldcheribachmanpoms.comwww.bachmanpoms.comHackmans inj offke HpadCh. Rodi s CR King Of Gondor x Ch. Bachman's Lady Lexus4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 31 We would like to say thank youto Brenda and the PomeranianReview for asking us to do thisarticle. It is an honor to havepeople care about Starlight Pawsand we strive to be positive representativesof breeders, exhibitorsand purebred dog lovers. For Ron and Merilyn Smith aswell as Derrik and Deronda Sharp,an epiphany in our lives occurredin 2000. It was following the arrivalof a petite, red Pomeranianwith a titanic heart, that our lovewas captured. When you gazeinto the eyes of an endearing Pomeranianor laugh at the playfulantics of a Pomeranian puppy youare sure to be captivated by thiswonderful breed. When Lacee,our first Pomeranian, made herdebut as a show dog she triggereda new dimension of dogpassion, the exhibition ring. Weknew we wanted to dedicate ourselvesto this wonderful purebredworld and this remarkable companionbreed. Somehow I cant believe thatthere are any heights that cant bescaled by a man who knows thesecrets of making dreams cometrue. This special secret, it seemsto me, can be summarized in fourCs. They are Curiosity, Confidence,Courage and Constancy,and the greatest of all is Confidence.When you believe in athing, believe in it all the way, implicitlyand unquestionably. WaltDisney For those who know us personally,the Walt Disney quote willcome as no surprise. After ourfamily and dogs, we are wellknown for our love of Disney. Butmore important is that the four Cshelped to define how we felt wecould contribute to the Pomeraniansof today. With continuing supportfrom our mentors and friends,education, commitment to research,open-minded pursuit ofopportunity, we became confidentthat we could make a positive contribution.Derrikand Deronda SharpStarlightPawsRon and Merilyn Smith The home of Starlight Paws islocated in a small, quiet area ofAnaheim Hills in California. Weare fortunate, in the busy hustlethat signifies Southern California,to have a modest little corner oftranquility to raise, train and enjoyour dogs. Abundant sunshine,grass to run in, lots of trees to hidebehind and the occasional sparrowto chase have assured ourdogs pleasant playtimes. Ourbackyard often becomes what werefer to as the IndyPaw 500 withthe all out races that occur. Juststand on the back hill and call outRocket Dog and the fastest pawson Earth come running from allcorners to prove themselves. The2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1244 AM31I I I I I i i i in4fiP\fV AJg..ci i nryj m-ya'3,^c-^r4 4. i\ yV^ 7\i ,\\\l\ 432 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWenemy sparrow population hasbeen actively pursued, barked atand run off by the Pomeranianposse. Both Ron and Merilyn wereraised in Southern California in thegreater Los Angeles areas. Afterbecoming high school sweethearts,they did not like each otherin junior high, they married andraised their family primarily inSouthern California. The earlyyears spent in the San FernandoValley, a short stay in Clearwater,Florida and the kids all graduatedHigh School from Lake Arrowhead,California. Parents of three,grandparents of 10, great-grandparentsof 4 and most the family iswithin an hour drive of one another.Ron and Merilyn enjoy family,friends, traveling and work but theirpassion has become their dogs. Derrik and Deronda were bothraised in Southern California aswell. Derrik, who became bestfriends with Derondas brother inhigh school, was a family memberlong before the wedding vows.Derrik and Deronda have two marrieddaughters and two grandchildren. The eldest daughter, Dawnand husband Tory live in Bend,Oregon. The younger daughter,Shanna, husband Jeff, and the twograndchildren live close to the restof Ron and Merilyns family. The Smith extended familyhas always been very close. Spanningfive living generations, everyfamily gathering is like Thanksgiving. Lots of food, laughter, childrenrunning around, and just plainfun happens when the family getstogether. Nearly, every memberhas worked at the family businessin Brea, California. A small aerospacerelated supplier of precisionsheet metal parts, the family companyhas offered unique opportunitiesfor Ron, Merilyn, Derrik andDeronda. Amazingly, when youhave the option to use alternatework hours, you can arrange tohave your workweek consist offour, ten-hour days. This has miraculouslyleft us working onlyMonday through Thursday and wealways have three-day weekends.Now how convenient is that whenyou show dogs Our involvement in Pomeranianshas been an exceptionally intenseexperience.Beginning in2000, we acquired our first threePomeranians. Lacee, an Irish SetterRed color, 4-pound mommysgirl, hated showing and onlywanted to be held. Lacee showedon and off for two years and finallyretired with 12 points and one majorto have a litter. Cali, a beautifullight orange girl, weighing in ata big 2.6 pounds capturedMerilyns heart and became her fulltime lap warmer. Cali did occasionallyshow, her spirit was giganticbut her size was so petite that shedid not immediately grab the attentionof the judges. Finally there wasMr. Goodwrench. Mr. hit the showring with a bang and seemed to bejust what we were looking for.Structure, movement, lovely typeand then. we received our firstexposure to BSD or Alopecia X. We had heard about BSD anddone some reading, but it was reLacee Ch. Valcopy Batboy2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1244 AM32I I I I I i i i i n4rIk I4 4aftmIV.. , r 3 \l1' V[KkvAWARD OF MERIT'NATIONAL SPECIALTYMARCH 2004.J ll mil a4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 33ally a learning experience for uswhen one of our own was affected.We did all the routine tests of thyroid,blood counts, skin biopsies,review for Addisons or Cushingsdisease, etc. We tried every suggestednutrient additive, shampoo,skin treatment and melatonin. Itwas a long road but we did learnthere are no miracle cures. Withthe advice and support of our fellowbreeder and friend, AlaneLevisohn, we submitted skin biopsiesto the University of Missourifor research. We did of courseneuter Mr. Goodwrench and feltfortunate that this condition appearedprior to any breeding. Mr.was born in November 2000 andpassed away in February 2006.His short life was filled with manytests and doctor visits, BSD, seizuresand hypothyroidism. We stilldo not know if all the illnesses arerelated or consequential. What wedid learn from Mr. was to wake upeveryday with a happy face, a tailwag and that curling up for a napin the sunshine is just about thebest thing ever.With every cloud there is a silverlining. Shortly after we pulled Mr.from the show ring we acquiredBetty Crocker. There has neverbeen a more gentle or loving comBettyCrockerBetty Crockerpanion. Betty loved to show, lovedto play, and seemed to alwayshave a smile on her face. In 2001Betty Crocker became our firstsuccessful show dog earning the2 Pomeranian Bitch per APC forthe year. Betty escorted us to ourfirst Eukanuba Invitational experience. Betty earned a Best Of OppositeSex and Starlight Paws Kennelgot its first big booster shot.We were ecstatic. The year 2002 brought anothergreat experience to Starlight Paws.We first acquired Commander NChieffollowed shortly by Hail ToThe Chief. Littermates but markCommanderChiefedlydifferent in type we decidedto show both and see which cameout as the keeper. Again, we hadan incredible two years. 2002gave Chief a top 10 placement forthe year and 2003 gave a top 5placement with Commander. But all was not golden. Again,we were hit with probable BSDcondition in both boys. We weredevastated. Commander hadsired one litter of 4 boys. We immediatelycontacted all concernedand everyone was neutered. Chiefhad a questionable effect, but wechose to neuter him as well. Commanderremains otherwise healthyand strong and has become accustomedto his jammies in the winter. Commander actually lookspretty cute in our opinion. Chiefhas never gone to skin alone, buthas no guard hair left and a cottontype texture. Chief also is strongand healthy and dearly loved byRon. The 2004 year was exceptionalfor Starlight. We were privilegedto co-own and show a lovely sablemale, AmCan Ch Rodis King OfGondor Strider with Celeste andRobert Solano. We were alsoRon and Merilyn Smith2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1244 AM33I I I I I i i i in4buvMMWftl tvvvT T ' if ^tV4 IhAV, VVVs.wvmbK J4^ Vt- i. VKENNEL IJ-j ,A'.idBBMttJ4 4JsA' 4' WINNERS m DOGX''Vm SOUTH BAY KENNEL CLUB2002 HOLLOWAY 434 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWprivileged to co-own and show thelittle black man, Ch. ValcopyBatboy BB, with Janice andMelvin Pardue. Both of these incredibledogs made their names intheir respective areas and we wereproud to be associated with them. This last year, 2005 was thebest to date. Ch. Valcopy Batboybecame the 2 Pomeranian allsystems, under the care and handlingof Curtiss Smith. Curtiss andBatboy achieved multiple Best InSpecialty winnings, two-time BestIn Show All Breed winner, Awardof Merit at the Westminster GardenShow and Eukanuba Invitationalshow. Batboy retired thisyear with the American PomeranianClubs National in Kentuckywhere he placed Best of Opposite.BBs little attitude exudes in thering. His movement is spirited andCurtiss knows how to bring thebest of BB forth and let the littledog shine. This year is showing greatpromise with our beautiful newSpecials dog, AmCanMexFCI IntCh Showcase Hot Topic, or Ozzieas his fans call him. Ozzie is coownedwith Alane Levisohn ofShowcase Pomeranians and isbeing shown and conditioned byCurtiss Smith. Ozzie is a lovelysable boy and the judges so far thisyear have agreed with us. Ozziehas received group placement insix of his last seven shows. Nottoo bad for the new dog on theblock. Some of the best things to happento us at Starlight Paws are thefriendships we have made, thementors who have shared theirtime and the handlers that helpedto polish our knowledge. We aregrateful to the breeders who havetrusted us with their dogs andbitches. We have made acquaintancesthoughout the U.S. andseveral other countries. We havegrown in knowledge, eye, attitudeand especially in the love of ourbreed. We are strong advocatesof attending breed Nationals andsharing with fellow breeders ourknowledge, questions, concerns,successes and failures. We promotebreed testing in patellas,eyes and thyroid. Our experiencehas proven the Pomeranianpeople are kind and gracious.They welcomed us when we werenewcomers, supported us throughthe frustrations and clapped for uswhen we won. We feel so privilegedto be counted among thePomeranian people.Best In Show dreamsCh. Valcopy BatboyAmCanMexFCI Int Ch Showcase Hot Topic2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1244 AM34I I I I I i i i in4.44 4I '4' tfvI ^1 I.KC.W I11m xlntiel\i\s..\\.\Y.\ 1 vsHfc v r\ x i' ik u,BEST IN SHOWDEL SURKENNEL CLUB K r. . .........4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 35Dogs all ages and breeds can be affected by hemorrhagic gastroenteritis. Young adult dogs of toy and miniature breeds, maybe affected more frequently.There are many causes for bloody diarrhea and vomiting in dogs. Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, or HGE, refers to a specificsyndrome usually seen in young adult dogs of the toy and miniature breeds. In HGE, fever is usually not present, and themain laboratory abnormality is a marked elevation of the hematocrit concentration of blood cells due to fluid shifts andintestinal fluid loss. There is no diagnostic test that confirms the presence of HGE. Its diagnosis is made mainly on clinicalgrounds.Just as there is no unique diagnostic test for HGE, there is no established cause for the illness. Treatment is similar as thatfor other causes of vomiting and bloody diarrhea in dogs. However, relatively large amounts of fluid are usually needed toreplace the fluid lost into the intestinal tract, and to reverse shock, if present. Antibiotics are also given because bacteriamay play a role in causing HGE. Although the signs are sudden and severe, and some dogs do not survive, most animalswith HGE recover fully with prompt treatment. Recurrences are possible in an individual dog, but they are not common.Prompt veterinary attention is vital for any dog with severe gastrointestinal signs and depression, whether due to HGE orother causes.The clinical signs of hemorrhagic gastroenteritis include vomiting, bloody diarrhea, depression, and collapse, or shock.Canine hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, or HGE, is a syndrome characterized by the sudden onset of vomiting, bloody diarrhea,depression, and an elevated hematocrit on bloodwork. The etiology, or cause, of HGE is not known. Changes in the mucosa,or lining tissue, of the intestine result in fluid shifts from the vascular system and changes in fluid secretion into theintestinal tract. These changes appear to cause the symptoms of HGE. Animals can become extremely ill in a very shortperiod of time. Small and toy breed dogs from two to four years of age are affected most commonly. There is no specificdiagnostic test for HGE, but the occurrence of severe bloody diarrhea in a dog with an elevated hematocrit, a normal whiteblood cell count, and no fever, strongly suggests its presence.Treatment requires prompt and aggressive fluid administration, and shock-level doses are usually needed at first. Food andwater are withheld until the vomiting and diarrhea resolve. Steroids are given to animals that are in shock, and dogs withsevere blood loss may require blood transfusion. Antibiotics are also given as part of the supportive treatment for HGE.Most dogs recover with appropriate treatment, although some may have additional bouts of the same signs after the initialepisode resolves.The diagnosis of hemorrhagic gastroenteritis usually rests on the presence of severe diarrhea in a dog with an elevatedhematocrit. The elevated hematocrit results from fluid shifts out of the blood vessels, and excessive fluid loss through theintestinal tract. Additional bloodwork and x-rays are helpful for excluding other causes of bloody diarrhea, as is testing ofthe feces for the presence of parvovirus.With prompt and aggressive treatment, most dogs with HGE recover completely. Occasionally, some dogs will haverecurrent episodes.The cause of hemorrhagic gastroenteritis is unknown. A bacterium called Clostridium perfringens has been isolated fromcultures of intestinal contents in dogs with HGE, but its exact role in the syndrome has not been identified.The main aspect of treatment for HGE is intravenous fluid replacement. Large doses of fluids are usually required for initialtherapy. Fluids are continued for one to two days, as long as the diarrhea persists. Antibiotics are also used because of thepotential role of bacteria in the development of HGE. Steroids may be administered if the affected dog is in shock. Bloodtransfusions may be needed if blood loss is severe. Food and water are withheld until vomiting and diarrhea subside. Thesetreatments are similar to those for almost any cause of acute, severe diarrhea in dogs. HGE symptoms should improvewithin 24 to 48 hours. If the affected dog fails to improve after 48 hours, other causes of the symptoms should beconsidered.Since the cause of HGE is not completely understood, at present no known preventive measures exist. HGEHEMORRHAGIC GASTROENTERITISSubmitted by Bette Meredith2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1244 AM35I I I I I i i i in44 4436 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWCarrie finished at 10 months of age under respected Judge George Heitzman at the Imperial Valley Kennel Club in Yuma, Arizona.She was expertly handled by Kathy Sanguinet. Geneva Coats was the trainerhandler for the Princess and without her help thiscould not be possible.She also thanks the following judges for appreciating her GREAT quality Roger Pritchard, Lani McKennon, Carol Williams, WilliamCunningham, Erika Moureau, Doris Cozart, Joanne Paulk, and Clover Allen.A HUGE Congratulation to the Starlight Crew on their APC Kennel Visit. I want to thank each and every one of them for all of theirsupport and friendship. Also a belated congratulations to Alane Levinsohn on her APC Kennel Visit last month. You have been a greataddition to the breed.Bred by Kay L Chaney, Reed Adams - Owned by Kay L Chaney, Reed Adams, Geneva CoatsHandled by Geneva Coats, Kathy SanguinetIntroducing the Newest Kayra Poms ChampionCH Kayras Canary DiamondCarrie2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1245 AM36rI A'Sa tr cO WSa. I\1gRS, .4 B-VJW7 5Vv m\ 5S w '. MM VI f J. \K^ Src-C4ro-rt4 \\HDECEMBER2005 101 CRMP\OU v \NWSA, 1KOHLERk\j gfiSlSUP ViiiASv'V^vrvrSc-i___TAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 37We would like to thank Brenda and Jessie for inviting us to share Kayra Poms and what we are all about. Kayra Poms is Kay Chaney and Reed Adams. We have been partners working on a common goal forover fifteen years. I will continue with Kayra Poms while Reed will be branching out on his own. Kayra Poms is located in the Southern California countryside. Well, as muchcountry as you can get in Southern California. It is ten miles to the nearestgrocery store and if you want to go to any place more interesting it isdouble that and more. It is perfect for the dogs and I wouldntchange it for the world. I was afraid of dogs from the time I was bitten at the age ofthree. I still liked dogs, just had trouble being around mostbreeds. I was determined that when I got a house Iwould get a dog. I fell in love with a Pom at a state countyfair many years ago and that was the one that I felt itwould be. Reed did have another breed in mind butwe found a Pom breeder that was veryknowledgeable and had a great program going atleast we thought so at that time before we found oneof the breed that Reed liked best, which was mini longhaired Dachshunds. Like most, we started looking in the paper not theway to go. We also went to a little neighborhood petstore that didnt sell puppies. They gave us names ofbreeders in the area and also suggested going to dogshows and looking at the different looks in the breedand then getting to know the breeders. We both started going to shows and found a couple ofbreeders and asked a lot of questions about their breedingprogram and what was behind their dogs, including geneticproblems, pedigrees, etc. Most of the ones we talked to didnt think that thehistory behind their dogs was that important. We finally found a smallbreeder who had a few dogs and was willing to share knowledge with us. Her dogs werefirst her kids, then dogs. I, of course, wanted a tiny female of any color. After talking to her many timesand learning as much as I could about the breed, I ended up with an orange male that ended up aroundK ayra PomsKay Chaney and Reed Adams2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1245 AM374 iA iyf3.751^,.W38 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWKayra Kennel Visit Continuedfive pounds. Rascal was a greatdog. I never regretted getting himover a tiny female. After having him for a coupledays it was decided that heneeded someone to play with. Back to the breeder we went.We could not decide on which onewould go with him the best so lefther house with two females. Shetold us we could bring back the onethat didnt fit. Well that didnthappen. We had high hopes forthem to be the dog that Reedwould be able to show.Unfortunately none of them madeit to the ring for one reason oranother. Back to the shows wewent. I did get a subscription tothe Pom Review and hoped whatwe learned from reading morewould give us a better chance onthe next one we got. Reed reallyhad been bitten by the show bugand there was no getting over it. Aperfect show bitch was found andpurchased from a handlerbreederand we had all the faith in her thatyou can have. Reed did get athree point major on KayrasDemanding One the first Mandy,but it was not meant to be this timeeither. She was placed due tohealth issues and has the life ofleisure. We both have made all themistakes that a newbie can makeat the shows. Things NOT to do1-Going up to a person groomingtheir dog just before going into thering and start asking questions.2-Taking how a person breederacts at the show as that is exactlyhow they are they might of just lostthat important show for them3-Blindly going up to a breeder andseeing that they have a certain lineand asking them why they chosethat line. Well I did that to FernRodriguez. I asked her why shechose Sun Ray line to show. Noteven realizing that she was SunRay. She was so sweet about thewhole thing and explained in detailwhy she had chosen the lines shedid to make up Sun Ray. Shenever made me feel weird orstupid. I will always remember thattalk. It meant a lot to me. So again we went looking forthat little show female. Wedecided that maybe if we got afemale and a male from a breederthat was well known and knewwhat they were doing we couldbreed our own show dog and notgo through what we had beengoing through. Since we had alimited amount of showing that wehad done it was hard to havesomeone take a newbie seriously.We fell in love with the cutest blackand tan female named Juliet. Theimpression she made on both ofus was one that is still with ustoday and will be with us forever.She was just something else. Wewould go and visit her and herhandler at the shows every showwe could find them. We got toknow Madeline and Brad Patersonvery well They have helped uslearn a lot about dogs andshowing. I owe them more than Ican express for their help. Since we knew we couldnthave Juliet we went to her breederand got Joarts Tiffany Diamondand Ch. Joarts Captain of MyHeart. Joy and Art Davisonbecame our mentors and dearfriends. Without them, we wouldnot have the quality of dogs thatwe have today. They took achance with us and we are sothankful they did. Tiffany wasshown some but her little heart justwas not in it. Captain was a bigham and a tad bit spoiled. JanBridgeforth showed him and gotmost of his points, except we hadno majors here and he still neededone more. He sat out for a whileuntil the majors came back in theIndio Show. Curtiss Smith showedhim and finished him. Curtiss tothis day still disputes the tad bitspoiled part. We then got Joarts DiamondChips Juliets younger brother.That is where the Juliet-Chips onour e-mail comes from becausethey were very special to us.We bred and got Kayras DancingDuchess. We learned from herthat you dont start a puppy at anindoor four day show. It was thenoisiest show we have ever beenJulietCh. Joarts Captain of My Heart2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1245 AM38HIIb I\ w1' 9Srfih.I msrylftW4i4ynk ays5-.APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 39Kayra Kennel Visit Continuedto with the weather and all.Duchess produced Buster, Cody,Button and Dot for us. We are veryproud of what she and Chipsproduced. Buster Ch. KayrasBusting Out Diamonds is achampion AKC, Mexican and Intland has a date to go up to Canadashortly to try and add that to histitles. Buster was shown most ofhis career by Reed. He got towhere he wanted to just play withdad in the ring. Leesa Molinawas nice enough to finish him forus. With her he was the good boywe all know he can be when hewants to be. Kayras ShiningButton is major pointed and stayedtoo small so she has been placedin a pet home to be spoiled rotten.International Ch. Kayras ColBuffalo Bill Cody is also majorpointed and hopefully somedaywill be finished. At about this time we sawBuddy owned by Geneva Coats,at the City of Angels Pom Specialty.He had not gotten as big as we hadexpected by far. With the help ofMerilyn Smith and Deronda Sharp,Geneva was talked into showinghim. He is now AmInt CHGenstars Diamond Gypsy andmore important, he is their familypet so he has only been bred buta couple of times. Then we bred and got AmIntlCH Kayra N Genstars Kaitlyn whoGeneva also finished at one yearof age. Geneva did a terrific jobwith both of them we are veryproud and honored to have her asa dear friend and co-ownerbreeder on what we are nowproducing with her help. Geneva bred Vixens WeeWillie Winkie, Wink which is coownedby Kay. He won WD atVixens Wee Willie WinkieAmInt CH Genstars Diamond GypsyCh. Kayras Busting Out DiamondsAmIntl CH Kayra N Genstars Kaitlynhis first show. He went home andhad an accident that caused himto not be able to continue to beshown. She was heartbroken. Heremains to be a great dog and anasset to our joint breedingprogram. Buster has produced some nicekids, first being Kayras WhiteHot Diamonds Ice co owned bydear friend Leesa Molina. Ice isbeing shown by Betsy Owens andwe have high hopes for him.Kayras Calif Dream at Trudys isKayras White Hot DiamondsReed and Int.Ch. KayrasCol Buffalo BillCody2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1245 AM39m A VINBV Jos3 m ki,i4 -SfernMBirtmvKKxv 6 fOSITE , .iKES4GOIAN4C.OWAY40 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWKayra Kennel Visit Continuedowned by Nancy and RobertCoddington and is pointed and wefeel he will do great in the ring.Nancy will do great with him withher training and grooming skills.She is very knowledgeable and aterrific person. Too bad shedoesnt live closer. I could surelearn a bunch from her. The latestaddition Buster gave us is Ch.Kayras Canary Diamond. She isthe apple of everyones eye thatever meets her. She is so veryspecial to us it is hard to explain.Geneva trained her and showedher for her first few points. We didnot have majors here so my veryclose friend, Kathy Sanguinet sheis also Linda Mulsos niecepacked Carrie and I up with all herMaltese and we went to Arizonawhere there were majors. She isan expert in grooming and showingMaltese and to this day says shedoesnt know a thing about Poms,but she knew enough to show herto her championship in that trip. Ofcourse Carrie was expertlygroomed by Reed before we leftor it would not have happened.She finished at ten months of ageand now is enjoying just being adog. Another that is pointed is theone and only Buddy son FonziKayras Happy Days R HereAgain. He left here at about fourmonths and was to be shown inTexas by a friend. She had Yorkieswhich he spent a great deal of timewith and he certainly doesnt thinkhe is a Pom at this time. We justgot him back and he is trying toadjust to the Poms. Showing isnthis cup of tea. Reed has startedshowing Kayra N DreamweaversHailey and having fun with her sheis co-owned by Linda Pelz . OnyxKayras Onyx of MagicalMeadows is co-owned by Heidiand Alan Merrigan. Heidi is havinga great time starting to show him. 10 week old Kayra puppyCh. Kayras Canary DiamondKayras Calif Dream at TrudysKayras Onyx of Magical MeadowsAn update Onyx placed third in thenine to twelve month puppy classat the National in March. SueGoddard was the judge. We areall are quite proud of Onyx andHeidi. Thanks to Sue Goddard forthe class placement. We hope that what we havebuilt up will continue our lines fora long time to come. We havelearned that friends are the mostimportant thing you can have indogs and without true friends youcannot do anything. Also withoutthe internet things would be sodifferent and so much harder to beable to do the right thing for thedogs. We have been around longenough to know what it is like withand without it. I totally understandthe road blocks people had yearsago and why many things that wecan do now were not done then. I for one cannot ever imaginenot having a Pom or two aroundme. They are the best dog everwith a personality that can not begotten in any other breed. Ofcourse I am not prejudiced in theslightest. I feel privileged to havethem in my life and that they letme live in their home. I know that there are lots ofproblems genetically that comealong with them and we are tryingvery hard to not carry them on tothe next generations by testing anddoing research. Breeding is2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1245 AM40HIv i mI14^ 1l . .9^1 a.lV'mf^4 cftiAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 41Baby puppy Rubyheartache in this breed even withthe best dogs and taking ones thatyou know have some health issuesand breeding them together I dontunderstand. I also try with eachbreeding to improve on thetemperament. I would not breed afemale that I didnt like theirtemperament. I feel that you can never learntoo much and never to enough forthe breed. I try to keep up with thelatest information on health andlearn from it. The lists sure do helpwith that. We try to use the PuppyPuzzle as a guide as to what isgood, bad or great in the litter. Wehave found that it doesnt alwayscome out 100. It is a start andsomewhere to go from and gaugethe litter. Our vet is very strict ongiving us input on the puppies,especially patellas. We like this as itdoesnt give us false hope.Whenever we have a puppy we arekeeping for showbreeding we try andhave a couple other people andorvets check them out also as to getother opinions. Never hurts to havemore input. Of course we all knowthat no matter what you do it still is acrap shoot as a dear friend alwaystells me. For the few that we placewe do the same thing. They are nothandled any differently even if theywere not even close to what wewanted to keep. We usually onlybreed to have something to showincluding Geneva or if the femaleis getting older and we feel she isOK to breed to maybe get somethingto carry on her genes. Pet people are totally different inhow they look at puppies or dogsand at times can be a little hard towork with. I dont take depositsusually. I just try to get to know theperson. I have certain things I talkabout with them that seem to getanswers I need and not directquestions because we all know thatso often they know the things to sayto get a dog that they want. So far Ihave been very lucky in choosing theright home and not made a horriblemistake, maybe not the greatest butnot horrible. I do feel that if you talkto someone long enough and over along enough period of time if there issomething that they can burythemselves with information wise,they will. I just use that as anotherthing in choosing the right home. Ofcourse the usual things that we allknow are not good for a little dog tohave to put up with is taken intoconsideration. Also just because theycome to my home and think that thepuppy is theirs doesnt mean that Iwont say no at the time they get here.I also make home checks and havedelivered a puppy to a home just tomake sure what they have said iscorrect. I very seldom have placed apuppy with someone that they havenot been to my home or me to theirs,so shipping is not something I trulydo much. I want to add that the entire expertgrooming, training and showing thatReed has done for our dogs hasbeen one of the most valuable thingsto me. Reed wants to thank each andeveryone that helped him learn aboutgrooming, handling. Each one of youplayed a very important part in hislearning. I want to say a huge thank you to THE ENDall of our friends in the Poms oops Ihave to really say in dogs becausenot everyone has Poms and foreverything they have done to makethis a very pleasant journey. It takesfriends to get us all to the place wewant to be. I continue to learn eachand everyday from all of you. Tomention a few that have been therefor Kayra Poms, Joy and Art Davison,Brad and Madeline Patterson,Geneva Coats, Kathy and GarySanguinet, Heidi and Alan Merrigan,Donna Johnson, Leesa Molina,Deronda and Derrick Sharp, Merlynand Ron Smith, Curtiss Smith, LoriKay, Linda Mulsos, Gina Williams,Tammee and Dan Felix, MargeConway, Roxie Collins, SherryCartwright, Nancy Coddington, LindaPelz, Lana Price, Karen Huntsberger,Gloria Rock, Deb Procaccini, SherryLetson, Julie Clemons, RandyBuske, Patty and Larry Buckelew,Alane Levinshon, Brigitte Sovonja,Cheri Mc Donald, Mary Day andBarbara Brown and cant leave outmy sister Sally Chaney. I am sure Ileft someone out and I am very sorryif I did, it was not intentional. I reallytried to remember everyone that helpmake a difference in the breedingprogram of Kayra Poms over theyears. The special thanks again go toBrenda and Jessie for inviting KayraPoms to do this kennel visit.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1246 AM414WL\4' I'llfiigf'Mft, a[ T42 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWBreeding dogs is a difficult undertaking at best. In the old days of which Ican speak intelligently, one chose a successful mentor and listened carefully. Wewere a satellite of this mentor, breeding as directed, learning to recognize virtuesand faults, asking questions over and over, and never challenging the success of ourmentor. Newcomers used the breeders experience as building blocks. Most goodmentors could explain where they started, what the individuals behind the pedigreesoffered, what to be aware of, and once having made the dream breeding, how torecognize what you went after rather than throwing the baby out with the bathwater.E. Katie Gammill - Indian Creek Kennels - Lerna, IllinoisSo,What Is Your PlanThe standard was adhered to closely and our judges awarded wins to the dogswhich most directly represented their standard. Today we see a different trend. Youngpeople strike out on their own, breeding to males that catch their eye. Doing littleresearch into the backgrounds of the individual attributes behind the dream dog, whenthey finally do breed for what they went after, they tend not to recognize it. Being human,many tend to keep that which is familiar.Todays trend is to breed what wins Judges, both qualified and unqualified, candetermine type by selecting dogs according to personal opinion rather than to thestandard. This puts breed type, body shape and virtues in jeopardy. The parent club mustdecide the direction of a breed. It should not be left up for grabs due to what wins in thering. Judges should judge to the standard. They are not the authority to set the standard.My personal opinion is until two or more dogs represent a written standard closely, mypersonal opinion should not enter in. If there are two dogs of equal quality, then mypreference of color or specific virtues is applied to make a final selection.The problem is if we dont all breed to a common standard and if we dont alladhere to breeding stock, the final judgment in the ring becomes an excuse me crapshoot What catches one judges attention may hold little importance for another judge.When there are no rules, there is no game.Today one is hard pressed to describe a show dog. In a male, it is in sizeperhaps and two testicles, in a bitch, correct size if noted, both having four legs and onetail. Admittedly, I can no more predict today what would win in the ring anymore than Icould harness the moon. The winners go from one extreme to another with many outsideinfluences entering into the equation, when in essence, selections should be determinedby which dog most represents the standard. I fear judges know little about prioritizingand stand many times too close to dogs to see the entire picture.I find it difficult to convince young people to breed to standard when dogs thatdo not represent this blueprint win on a consistent basis. How does one compete withcute and showy, or the win of a judge on a particular day How can one argue withsuccess There is little encouragement to breed to standard when dogs that represent thestandards are overlooked. Many breeds are bleeding into each other and are showing adefinite lack of breed type.Recently someone was looking at a puppy to buy. I was asked to evaluate it andunbelievably, as I have gotten older, I find myself being kinder and less critical. My firstquestion is What is your goal What are you looking for in this breed What commonalities do the ancestors have Will you recognize what you went after if it DOES appear in this litter Do you understand basic form and function and its importanceAll I want to do is get the wheelsturning. After a short conversation of whichI did not articulate my feelings about theparticular puppy, I was asked again in private.I had three dogs of my own available. Eachoffered different attributes regardingsoundness and type. One was very typey, notas sound. One was sound, could use somenuances. One was a blend of soundness andtype. Each was different than the puppy indiscussion. I set each individual on the tableand explained the difference in structure. Wewent over them individually. I explainedfaults and virtues, structure faults andcorresponding movement to be expected.Next step Now, you put thisparticular puppy on the table and go over it.Do you feel the difference I ask the personto explain what they found regarding thedifferences. The prospective buyer went overthe puppy inch by inch. Each time, theanswers to the questions I asked came upshort, regarding using this particularindividual in her breeding program. Myresponse of Been there, done that, did notwork for me, fell on deaf ears. This type ishard to incorporate, especially when you arebreeding like for like and expectimprovement. Being old, my gut told me,this breeding was to take place by hook orcrook and nothing would come of the results.Yet, the breeder would forever wonder whereshe went wrong. The first thing I tell peopleis Dont ask anyone if you have a gut feelingabout a puppy. If it is good enough to growout, trust your gut Information volunteeredwhen you do not ask, is not always true. Onemust live on a daily basis with a line of puppy2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1246 AM424 41KiWP14i ii nAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 43to determine the direction of the development. My experience is that really good puppiesdo not go through bad stages they simply grow up, often looking like tiny adults withoutcoat. The style and presence is always there.I pick puppies after birth and again at 7 to 8 weeks. There are specific things tolook for, and if they are there, this puppy may change, but with maturity, the good virtueswill return. If there is no neck, layback, or proper placement of legs beneath the body, or ifthe rear is over angulated, it will not change or improve. What you see is what you get andrarely have I been disappointed. Puppies cannot grow what is not there to begin with.I learned over the years not to listen to voluntary information or predictions frompeople who neither has bred in my particular line, nor who me any success regarding theirefforts by having success in the conformation or performance ring.Even today, I never evaluate another persons litters. I will tell one the differencein one puppy from another presented. I help you understand what each individual puppyoffers. Then I ask, What do you currently need to work on in your program and how do youprioritize those virtues as to the importance of what you needThis is how I teach, by letting people feel incorrectness in one animal and totalcorrectness in another. A comparison of the good and bad. An analysis of dogs in-betweenthat offer both type and soundness will come after one recognizes Basic Dog 101. Thatmust come first for any program to be successful.My old mentor Libby Babin preached soundness of both mind and body. I includehealth and attitude also. Type is important, as are breed nuances. However, one of herpredictions has proven true. You can breed a head in one generation, but if you lose thosefronts, you can kiss them good-bye forever. I suppose in a way, I am following in Libbysfootsteps. However, Libby was a caustic mentor, demanding, short tempered, disgusted atthe direction of the breeds, fed up with those making excuses, and in the end, her knowledgewas stunted due to people who were unable to take her constant criticism. Those who knewLibby used her adversities and successes as stepping-stones toward the future.She taught me you catch more flies with honey. I encourage people to work withwhat they have. Paying big bucks does not guarantee the purchased animal is perfection.Everyone has their own opinion as to what is breeding quality and what isnt. We rely onwhat we are told. Do your homework to better understand just what you are investing in.Ask to see the parents and grandparents. A look at the siblings is good also. If one has agood pedigree, with constant study and by familiarizing ones self with the individualsbehind the pedigree, you can start a credible breeding program of your own.A few weeks ago, I had a lengthy discussion with an old breeder of Maltese. Tellingme he tested his studs available to the public for breeding, and dogs he sold for show stock,it made me pause and think. In his experience, although he did clearance testing, everyfifth generation the God of the dog world slaps us down flat. Expect to be presented with alitter showing up with every fault in the book that had been hidden for generations. Heswears he experiences such from selected and tested individuals occasionally in well thoughtout breedings. Adversity is what makes a good breeder. Everyone knows the old if youcant stand the heat, get out of the kitchen theory. Somehow, I feel he may have a point aswe just experienced a downside never expected from individuals we own who neverproduced certain specific faults.Recently I was talking to another breeder of large dogs who certifies the dogs inher line. She was telling me in her last litter which was the fifth generation, puppies whentested, had poor hips. She was stunned. What she relayed to me confirmed what I myselfwas told by the older breeder. Take it for what its worth. What else can we learn from longtime breeders when they open their chest of knowledgeIf one is lucky enough to find a breeder with validity to back up their theories, taketime to listen. If you do listen and then choose to do your own thing anyhow, you arewasting their time and energy, and yours. Do not go back to whine on their shoulder, youwill find little sympathy. There are reasons why old breeders refuse to share of theirknowledge. The older one gets, the less time they have to waste.We all know one cannot stop their child from making mistake by relating our ownexperiences. The olds squaw has the right idea. Let the child stick a finger into the fire onetime. Without saying a word, the child has it figured out. The fire is hot and burnsOn the side, our little Shetland sheepdog Grace was determined to sleep in ourpicture window, which was not acceptable. She chewed on the woodwork and picked ourdrapes. We corrected and threatened While on vacation this fall, we picked up a smallcactus and brought it home to pot. It certainlywasnt intelligence on our part that made usplace the potted cactus in the south frontwindow. In fact, our little cactus now sportsa beautiful pink bloom and has a baby of itsown.Upon entering our home one-day,we saw Grace rubbing her nose on the carpetwith a perplexed look on her face. Since then,Grace has never hopped into our frontwindow again. Our drapes are no longershredded and my window no longer issmeared. Call it tough love if you must,but frankly, I think we unconsciously cameupon a solution, which required little efforton our part and a complete understanding onthe part of Grace.Experience is the best teacher. Wecannot readily pass this on. Lady Luck playsa big part in our becoming the breeder we allstrive to be. When and if you do become thatbreeder, let your final result not only reflectthe soundness required to do the job for whichyour breed was bred, but to have the nuisancesof both breed type and specific breed typemovement to solidify your reputation. Makeevery attempt to breed to that elusivestandard, it is your blueprint.Then, line up and get ready to bethe mentor to another young person enteringthe sport. Where the years have gone, I haveno idea. Here I am, the age of my mentor solong ago. I like to think she would be proudof me. Everyone has a responsibility to giveback to the great sport of dogs and goodmentors are as rare as hens teeth, so treatthem with kindness. You will find them a greatasset toward helping you reach your goals.Katie, an AKC judge, showsShetland Sheepdogs and Australian Cattledogs occasionally and breeds quarter horses.She has participated in agility and obedience.She is in the sport only for the promotion ofthe pure bred dog and to judge to the writtenstandard.Katie enjoys judging and mentoringand hopes to leave a legacy through writingand educating newcomers to the breeds.Fanciers of many breeds have benefitted fromKaties Form and Function seminars heldthroughout the country.Currently Katie is publishing her 4thbook of poetry, and is working on two more.She also writes children stories and is an avidreader. She and husband Gus live in Lerna,Illinois. Recently, Katie attended theAmerican Pomeranian Club Nationals andthe Pomeranian Judges Seminar in Kentucky.We thank Katie for sharing herknowledge and talent with the Pom Review.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1246 AM43m rm44 4444 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW Hawaiian Kennel Club - Saturday 03042006JUDGE Mr. David A. Ojalvo, ArgentinaWD 3 Points WOODROSES MINI COOPER. By ChWoodroses Olde Tyme Tradition - Woodroses Starburst II. OwnerClarice M Oganeku Yvette H Oganeku. Breeder Clarice M Oganeku.RWD HOWLENE-TEAHRA ADONIS. By Ch HowLeneTeahraImpero - Pinnacle Holly Of HowLene. Owner H Miller AOtaguro R Watanabe.Breeder H Miller A Otaguro R Watanabe.WBBW 3 Points AMOURS SHES A HOT DIVA. By ChAmours Thats Hot To Trot - Haikus Mochi Bear. Owner NoelleSasaki Shirley-Ann Leu. Breeder Noelle Sasaki.RWB SANDALWOOD IN BEYONCE. By Pinnacle ImStakin My Claim - Sandalwood AK Madeline. Owner Roger Lau.Breeder Joan H Kaneshiro Roger Lau.Best of BreedBG1 CH WOODROSES FOREVER N EVER. By Ch Islands HereWe Go - Woodroses Sylvia. Dog. Owner Clarice M Yvette HOganeku. Breeder Clarice M Yvette H Oganeku.OS CH CANEFYRES TATERTOT RN. By Ch SandalwoodJI Marty Jr - Canefyres Hispeed Racin. Bitch. Owner Shari Fukuyama Laurella Pang Lynn Kamiya. Breeder Shari Fukuyama MarcKupau.Bred By ExhibitorBBBEBBEG1BBES CH WOODROSES FOREVER N EVER. ByCh Islands Here We Go - Woodroses Sylvia. Owner Clarice M Yvette H Oganeku. Breeder Clarice M Yvette H Oganeku.Best Junior HandlerCHIMURN POMDRAGON FREE SPIRIT By Sandalwood LG VintageWizard - Chimurs Is Suzi Q. Owner Lorin Alexis Okamura. BreederFaith Chinen. Jr. Handler Alexis OkamuraHawaiian Kennel Club - Sunday 03052006JUDGE Mr. Enrique Jorge Filippini, ArgentinaWBW 3 Points WOODROSES MINI COOPER. By ChWoodroses Olde Tyme Tradition - Woodroses Starburst II. OwnerClarice M Oganeku Yvette H Oganeku. Breeder Clarice M Oganeku.RWD WOODROSES MAGIC IN THE AIR. By Ch IslandsHere We Go - Woodroses Magic Spice. Owner Clarice M Oganeku Yvette H Oganeku. Breeder Clarice M Yvette H Oganeku.WB 3 Points AMOURS SHES A HOT DIVA. By ChAmours Thats Hot To Trot - Haikus Mochi Bear. Owner Noelle Sasaki Shirley-Ann Leu., Mililani, HI 96789. Breeder Noelle Sasaki.RWB MTS HOILINI RENDEZVOUS WIT MOI. BySandalwood EM Ricardo - Sandalwood HK Jole Of Vivre. Owner JoanKaneshiro. Breeder Sylvia Miyake.Best of BreedBG2 CH WOODROSES FOREVER N EVER. By Ch Islands Here WeGo - Woodroses Sylvia. Dog. Owner Clarice M Yvette H Oganeku.Breeder Clarice M Yvette H Oganeku.OS CH VINTAGE BRANDY ALEXANDRA. By ChSandalwood Ji Marty Jr - Vintage Sip OBrandy. Bitch. Owner EllenTakayama. Breeder Ellen Takayama.Veteran, 6 Years Over.BVBVS CH WOODROSE OLDE TYME TRADITION. By Ch Rock NTradition Of Oakridge - Woodroses Fashion Model. Owner Clarice M Yvette H Oganeku. Breeder C M Oganeku.Aloha Recently while vacationing in Hawaii, I attended the 100th Anniversary Hawaii Kennel Club All Breed Dog Shows held at the NealS. Blaisdell Center in Honolulu Hawaii. The dog shows were the ultimate highlight of my trip.Saturdays show highlights included highest breed entry Pomeranians 28 Best In Show Bred By Exhibitor Pom Best JuniorHandler Pom and Toy Group 1 - PomI was nearly overwhelmed with emotion when Arlene Otaguro, Robin Watanubu and Hazel Miller, owners of Pero, Ch. Howlene TeahraImpero, HOF, GC, ROM, the Number 1 2005 Pom in Hawaii for the past 4 years, presented me with a beautiful Hawaiian Kennel Club pin Pero hadpreviously won by going BOB. Emotions swelled again when I was asked if I would like to show 2 beautiful Poms. I couldnt refuse, even thoughI had blue jeans and tennis shoes on. I was told I was an officially adopted Hawaiian when the little male Pom promptly lifted his leg on my shoein the show ringOther Hawaiian fun included orchid leis, chocolates, macadamia nuts, cookies, dried fruits, Hawaiian tea and Kona coffee. We enjoyed apitch in lunch, including Ellens famous spicy chili, iced coffee, Hawaiian tea and Roger Laus family original sandwiches made with freshly bakedsweet rolls. Splendid The Pomeranian excitement continued Sunday second highest breed entry - Poms 23 Best in Show Veteran Pom Group2 - Pom.New and old friends included Ellen Takayama, Roger Lau, Joan Kaneshiro, Masa and Amy Matsuoka, Marissa and Kasey Capelouto,Cindy and Alexis Okamura, Clarice Oganeku, Yvette Oganeku, Pat Salvador, Hazel Miller, Arlene Otaguro, Robin Watanabe, Noelle Sasaki andfriend, Faith Chinen, Lily Bhalang, Tina Beatty, Laurella Pang, Kay Spencer, and Dorrine Higuchi-Fallas, an all breed handler, who also handlesPoms for Ellen Takayama. I also had the pleasure of meeting the President of the HKC, Gerrie Cadiz, who also is the current Editor of ILIO, HawaiisAll- Breed Dog Magazine, and visiting with Sandy Williams, ILIOs Subscription Manager. I sure hope I didnt forget anyone.Sunday was topped off with authentic Chinese lunch at the Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant. Indescribably wonderful food Beforeboarding the Pride of Aloha cruise to Kauai, Hawaii and Maui, Roger treated us to a breathtaking vista overlooking Diamond Head, Honolulu andPearl Harbor. Royal welcome. Wonderful friends. Treasured memories. So good MahaloHawaiian Kennel Club, Inc.100th Anniversary ShowsMarch 4 and 5, 20062006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1246 AM44I I I I I i i i in4r. V17 L4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 45Hawaiian Kennel Club, Inc.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1246 AM45rm i i i in4.SUPPIYfir4,.i 7" -.1-.\r - Vv -MV . '22x9L 't J\ I20S I \ j1 aikV -,N\ JV H. rsf .^a - iii i_f I_9L,I'I cwsI s is- - Idi 2 ilfl4 4Ajv j UirV iftor 3 Ij ' 1f ^toiljNtI 4ff\il jrTUr 1 [ li Jl s.lS 'iSSfi-j'TL1V I-IA11 ftP 4 - t- ill i\LAk' MViV illX'I I\i\m,\w,\ jlgKTSWILjiSAI rtrJ.l^sjiD J ,fl^,4i 77J ]'-. 33T EJ j c Jgf jfesNir V4-7j] rw 5a411fi n X 3rr X446 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW3540 Kessler Blvd N. Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46222 Email indypomsbcglobal.netAmerican Pomeranian Club, Inc. Board SummaryJANICE RUSSELL Board Summary February 2006Motion was made and carried that the Awards Chair will receive a list of newly approved members monthly from the RecordingSecretary. APC will pay AKC for the necessary AKC awards information to be sent to the Award Chair. This would replace Standing Rule27 under VIII. Annual Awards sectionMotion made and passed that APC Pomeranian Mentors and Seminar Presenters must be approved by the American PomeranianClub. This list will be reviewed each year at or within one month of the Annual Board Meeting. All breeder-judges are listed as mentorsand Seminar presenters whether members or not. All breeder mentors must be chosen on their knowledge of the Standard and itsconflicts, their experience, what they produced and their objectivity. All non-Breeder-Judge mentors and Seminar Presenters must attendone or more Pom Seminars, take a written test on the Pom Standard, a refresher Pom Seminar every 10 years and each time the Standardis changed. To qualify as a ringside mentor heshe must also go through a mock procedure which could take place in the same JECsseminars for the purpose of becoming a mentor or a real mentoring procedure involving the studying mentor and an experienced mentor.Board Summary March 2006Motion made, seconded and carried to request Olga Baker to continue as our Gazette correspondent.Motion made, seconded and passed to request Darrell Baker to continue as our AKC Delegate.Motion made, seconded and carried to request the Audit Committee of Olga Baker, and Tim Sue Goddard to conduct the Auditof the APC records for the year 2005.Motion made, seconded and passed that all methods of payment in US dollars only will be accepted without charge. Shippingand Handling charges will be added to cover actual costs on anything that requires this service. Effective immediately upon passingMotion made, seconded and carried that during the month of April of an election year, APC members will be sent a list of alllicensed judges approved to judge Pomeranians. Each member will submit their nominations for one ConformationJr. Showmanshipjudge and one Sweepstakes judge. Nominations must be received by the Corresponding Secretary no later than June 1. Nominationsreceived after this date will not be counted.The Corresponding Secretary will mail a two year voting ballot to the membership on or before September 1. The ballot will list10 Conformation and 10 Sweepstakes judges who received the largest number of nominations. Each member may select 2 twoConformationJr. Showmanship Judges and 2 two Sweepstakes judges. Ballots must be received by the Corresponding Secretary no laterthan October 1.The Conformation and Sweepstakes judges receiving the highest number of votes will be asked to judge. Heshe will be giventhe opportunity to select the year they prefer to judge in. Judges receiving the second highest number of votes will be asked to judge forthe vacant year. If the judge receiving the highest number of votes is unable to accept the assignment the Secretary will ask the judgereceiving the second highest number of votes. The judge receiving the third highest number of votes will then be asked to judge for thevacant year. The Secretary will continue in numerical order down the list of nominated judges until Conformation and Sweepstakes judgeshave been secured for two consecutive years.A motion was made, seconded and carried that APC will supply the Invitational Medallions for the next Eukanuba show in LongBeach.A motion was made, seconded and carried to increase dues across the board by 5.00 except for juniors.A motion was made, seconded and carried to approve the following nominating committee members. They are Margaret McKee,Chair, Audrey Roberts and Nadine Hersil with alternates Joan Behrend and Carolyn Crockett.The Advisory Committees and their members were presented to the board for approval.a. Awards Chair, David Gilstrap, Joan Behrend, Kelly Reimschiisselb. Code of Ethics Chair, Betsy Owens, Dana Coventry, Jane Lehtinen, Ann Berrymanc. Breeder Referral Chair, Jane Lehtinen, Juanita Fiddick, Jackie Rayner, Sharon Shipekd. To Merle or Not to Merle Chair, Erika Moureau, Charlotte Creed, Anita Farr, Alane Levinsohn, Kelly Reimschiissele. JEC Mentor Chair, Dot Martin, Janice Earl, Margaret McKee, Erika MoureauMotions were made on each individual committee, seconded and passed to approve as submitted.The 2007 Budget was submitted for approval. Motion made, seconded and carried to approve.The motion was made, seconded and carried for APC to allow PCT to use a few blank pages of their web site as it was a securesite and donation could be accepted.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1247 AM464VirO'- iiCC L4 4o vVf XrvWn.\ ."V. \N i\\ ii, .1w.1,sw'JwT t\ \Av.VI iui\.1fc gatrSr4I4i i i nAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 47American Pomeranian Club Inc.General Membership MeetingTuesday, March 14, 2006Louisville, KentuckyJanice Russell, Recording SecretaryPresident Marge Kranzfelder called the meeting to order. The attendance register was passed around and all were requested tosign. There were 74 members present and 21 guests.The minutes of the last meeting were waived as they appeared in the 2005 Roster with a motion that carried. The Officers andBoard was introduced by the president.President Report The president stated that all letters we receive are taken very seriously. This past year brought a recordnumber of letters addressing valid concerns and more than one member bringing charges against another member. Thisresulted in several advisory committees that are being established. Two new life members, Jackie Klein and Jim Shearer wereannounced.The Corresponding Secretary, Cindy Boulware, reported 45 new members in 2005. She also read the list of members thathad attained a pin or another bar for their years of APC membership. Cindy said we are in need of a host for the 2007summer nationals, at which time the Pomeranian Club of Michigan volunteered to be the host club.The Treasurer reported Income of 110,356.75 with disbursements of 117,448.88 for a loss in 2005 of 7,092.13. We havea budget in place of 110,100 for the coming year.The Show Chair reported a few opportunities, one being an obedience judge snowed in, but otherwise all seemed to be goingwell.The Show Secretary advised with respect to the show catalogs, we would continue to draw for the centerfold, the insidefrontback and add the front cover to the drawing. The Roster will have several enclosures, so be sure to give it your attention.We will continue to pre-order catalogs which can be done with your entries and may be able to do it online next year via ourweb site.Hospitality Report Kelly Reimschiissel thanked all for the resounding success to donations.Awards Kelly also reported we had 544 new titles last year. Total champions 291 with 183 of those APC members. Totalobedience titles 20 with 4 owned by APC members. Total Agility titles 156 with 8 owned by APC members. Total Rally titlesof 76 with 16 owned by APC members. Bred By titles by APC members 348.Web Report - Kelly Reimschiissel stated if you want to be listed on the web site, you will need to send your permission slipauthorizing it to Jennifer Munn. Carol Leemhuis, Historical Awards, requested everyone to remember that it is up to theindividuals to report the titleholders to her. Art Contest, Donna Riehm advised there were 13 entries. A panel of judges haschosen the top 4 and the Peoples Choice Awards. They are on display.Review Editor - Brenda Segelken, requested anyone with ideas to improve the Review to email or call. She needs person tohandle the Junior Jive portion and locate the juniors for their articles. Also need regional reporters for the local regional pomclubs to send in their activities.Regarding Judges Education, Dot Martin, said she was so pleased that 16 people had pre-registered for the mentor seminarand was thrilled when 21 people showed up for it. The following participants successfully completed the mentors seminarand tests. Certificates were awarded to Brenda Adams, Bill Adams, Carolyn Brandenburg, Sherry Cartwright, Kay Chaney,Alane Levinsohn, Victoria Oelerich, Becky Sabourin, Deronda Sharp, and Teresa White.Donna Riehm reported for Ways Means and thanked everyone for their generosity with their auction donation. She advisedwe have prints available, the illustrated standard, decals, and many items for the silent auction and banquet auction.APC Membership Meeting Minutes Continued2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1247 AM474t.vuL4fIrc.c L 's Oy - -V .Xv \4 4s,V 4y\, ,1V.', vN'-A ^ r14\xA.'vAw, vi lliHh4i ii n48 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWHistorian, Cindy Boulware, advised she had put together a photo book of past APC Nationals which is on display. If youhave any pictures please send them to Cindy, who will scan and return to you.Sally Baugniet recently handled the Breed information booth at the Eukanuba show in Florida with assistance of othervolunteers and Alane Levinsohn will be handling the one in December 2006 in Long Beach, California.Marge Kranzfelder thanked those that participated in the Texas A M longevity study. She said the research world is smalland that all researchers refer back to Dr. Linda Frank. PCT recently donated 2,500 to a CHF study with Dr. Frank. Therewill be a health questionnaire in the Roster which we ask that you complete and return. New web space will be available fordonations to PCT. We are trying to work our schedules to have Dr. Frank at next years nationals.The new board advisory committees were introduced and people asked to give input to the committee chair or Boardmembers to forward. We need input by May 1.Awards Chair, David Gilstrap, Joan Behrend, Kelly ReimschiisselCode of Ethics Chair, Betsy Owens, Dana Coventry, Jane Lehtinen, Ann BerrymanBreeder Referral Chair, Jane Lehtinen, Juanita Fiddick, Jackie Rayner, Sharon ShipekTo Merle or Not to Merle Chair, Erika Moureau, Charlotte Creed, Anita Farr, Alane Levinsohn, Kelly ReimschiisselJEC Mentor Chair, Dot Martin, Janice Earl, Margaret McKee, Erika MoureauNominating Committee Margaret McKee, Audrey Roberts, Nadine Hersil with alternates Joan Behrend and Carolyn CrockettNew Business Introduction of the 2007 Show Committee, Show Chair - Janice Russell, Show Secretary Cindy Boulware,Grounds Gregg Waters.The Summer Nationals will be in Orlando Florida June 29 and 30. Contact Bobii Earl. Regional Pom Clubs reported on theirSpecialties scheduled this year.The meeting was adjourned with a motion by Brenda Segelken and seconded by Dot Martin.The APC Board would like to congratulate all thewinners of the 2006 Nationals and we extend ourbest wishes to each of you for a successful showyear.The Board would also like to thank everyone whosupported the National Specialty with your entries,trophy donations, catalog ads, hospitality donations,auction donations bids. Without the support ofAPC members, friends, and Regional PomeranianClubs it would not be possible to hold this costlyevent each year.The Show Committee would like to extend a bigthank you for all the work of the volunteers withoutwhom the show could not happen.We have begun planning next years event so markyour calendars for March 12, 13 and 14. See youthereAPC Membership Meeting Minutes ContinuedKENNELVisitsJULYAUGUST 2006Charlotte MeyerChars PomsContact Kennel Visit Coordinator andAdvertising Manager Jessie Klein to suggestor nominate candidates for upcoming APCKennel Visits. Jessie may be contacted at13107 County Road 470, Tyler, TX 75704, Ph. 903 882-1950 orEmail jessiemykeepsakes.net.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1247 AM48I I I I I i i i in44 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 49President Marge Kranzfelder called the meetingto order and the roll call sheet was passed around. All 12board members were present with Guests, Dana Coventry,Donna Machniak, Dot Martin, Wendy Donnelly, BeckySabourin, and Kelly ReimschiisselPresidents Report The President reported thisyear has brought a lot of conflict which has affected theclubs morale and what we can accomplish. Need to bringour club together, and allow a healing before we attemptto do anything with the Standard as it would affect ourability to accomplish.Corresponding Secretary We received 117 lettersfrom the merle letter writing campaign started byunknown person. Received letter from AKC regarding themedallions for the Eukanuba Show in California. Also,they are requesting nominations for the 2006 Life TimeAchievement Awards in Conformation, Companion Eventsand Performance.Treasurer Report Finished the 2005 year with110,356.75 spent 117,448.88 Loss of 7,092.13 RingGating, Turbo Tax, and Quick Books were some of theitems APC purchased. 2006 Year to date, we have35,000 in account with 5,000 in Pay Pal. The budgetfor next year is 110,100.00.Show Chair Have an exciting show planned, fullof activities.Show Secretary 117 catalogs were preordered. Cindybrought total of 225 with her to sell.Grounds set up going good, have checks for Treasurerfrom vendors.Obedience Wendy Donnelly advised we have 16 in Rallywith 2 of them not showing in obedience. Need to get theexhibitors welcome bags set aside for the obediencepeople.Ways Means When the 2005 DVDs are gone, therewill not be any more made.Membership Annette Davis reported no problems at thistime.Historian Nadine Hersil provided pictures of previousNational Specialties, which Cindy Boulware scanned andput in photo album that is in the ballroom for all to enjoy.Breeder Referral Jane Lehtinen reported it is going well.Rescue Becky Sabourin said things were going well.Have learned that is best to help people place their owndogs. Working on locating the no kill shelters.Judges Education Dot Martin received 16 pre entries forthe mentor seminar, which pleased her and thrilled when21 showed up for seminar. The JBS did not get listed inthe Louisville premium and Dot will see that it gets in nextyear.Awards Kelly Reimschiissel said there was a databaseproblem in September, the numbers are correctunder the sires, but the dogs are not correct and will benoted at the banquet and in the next Review. Total of 544Pomeranians that finished last year. 348 of the titled dogswere bred by APC members.Hospitality Kelly advised we had less sponsors than lastyear. 75 people signed up for wine and cheese. Banquetattendance at the moment is 163 confirmed.Web Site The new APC web site was completed thispast year. We sold Oct. to Dec. 1,385.95. Software isbeing looked at to do a members only site.Health Genetics Marge Kranzfelder thankedthose that sent samples in for the Texas AM LongevityStudy. PCT has made a 2,500 donation through CHF togo toward Dr. Franks study. Fund Raiser this year, a feltPom donated by Chris Heartz and Time to get Involvedwatch by Zsa Zsa. The watch will sell for 45.00. 20.00will go to the Charitable Trust with 25.00 to cover cost,shipping and handling.Brenda Segelken was not in attendance but didsend items for the board to review. Marge Kranzfeldersaid that subscriptions have increased considerably. TheReview is thinking about increasing the number of colorpages. Need Business Card Manager and job descriptionhave been provided.Breed Information Received a report from SallyBaugniet on the Florida show and Alane Levinsohn willhandle the next one on the West Coast. A motion wasmade, seconded and carried that APC will supply the InvitationalMedallions for the next Eukanuba show in LongBeach.Dues Marge Kranzfelder said that the Parent Club reportedon the dues of clubs and we are on the low side ofmost. A motion was made, seconded and carried to increasedues across the board by 5.00, except for juniors.Thenominating committee members were submitted tothe board for approval. A motion was made, secondedand carried to approve these committee members.The Advisory Committees and their memberswere presented to the board for approval.Motions were made on each individual committee, secAmericanPomeranian Club, IncBoard MeetingSunday March 12, 2006Janice Russell, Recording SecretaryAPC Board Meeting Continued2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1247 AM49I I I I I i i m i n44 4450 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWonded and passed to approve as submitted.Donna Riehm reported on the Art Contest. The deadline was extended to allow more time. There were 13 entries received. Theywill be judged and winners announced.New Business The 2007 Budget of 110,100.00 was submitted for approval. Motion made, seconded and carried toapprove as submitted. Marge Kranzfelder requested APC allow PCT to use a few blank pages of their web site as it was a securesite and donation could be accepted. The motion was made, seconded and carried.The Parent Club Conference which will be held in SeptemberOctober time frame and Alane Levinsohn and DanaCoventry will attend representing APC.2007 Show The same Show Committee will continue and Sally Baugniet volunteered to handle Trophies. Next year wewill move Obedience and Rally to first. Margaret McKee requested time. She said the Field Spaniels are moving their Nationalsto Louisville in 2008. They would like to knowa. if they could have their obedience on Tuesday night in the ballroom.b. Could they combine with us on RallyA discussion ensued on the Top 20, is this what we want to do Do we think there will be enough interest to put this on Want tomake it fun and exciting. It was decided to get Jackie Rayner, Joan Behrend, Cindy and Janice together to look at a feasibilitystudyWhat about putting Premium list online People still prefer to receive a premium list and some do not want to downloadfrom web site. Online entries would be good. Kelly and Cindy will look into online entries for next year.CHIC-Alane Levinsohn reported we need another significant test for CHIC and thought we could add question to theHealth Questionnaire to see what the membership want for an additional health test.Anniversary issue 2008 is it a separate issue or replace a current Review issue. Do we want to do one Cost Donna Riehm willbe the board liaison to consult with Review editor to see what is needed to get the project completed and report back to the board.A poll for attendance at summer specialty was taken. Margaret said she needed an answer on the Field Spaniel requestfor 2008. It is ok to allow Field Spaniels to use the ring on Tuesday night during the APC annual meeting as long as the showcommittee can work it out. After board discussion, we will tighten up contract with hotel for next year, and then if that does notwork, check other hotels in area.Donna Riehm said when we poll our membership we need to provide the committees, their members, and the contact informationon the issues. Those with interests in certain areas can voice their concerns to the proper place. The meeting was adjournedand a closed session followed.APC Board Meeting Continued5 YEARSWilliam Brenda AdamsTom DavidsonVida DickinsenLauretta John FlynnPaul GatesDiana GrossElizabeth HeckertPaulette HomannJoan JerrellDavid LambSusan LucatortoCheri McDonaldPatricia MurkSuzanne WarfieldLeanne WilkinsConsecutive Years Of APC Membership10 YEARSCindy BoulwareRandy BuskeAlice CarlsonSherry CartwrightFred Patricia DieballLael EllisJulienne FilbrichDarlys FlaataMargo KogaJudith MehcizLeonard Roberta PodolinGloria RockGail RogersMarshall Cindy RokosGreggory Charlene WatersElizabeth Whiteford15 YEAR MEMBERSDonna Jean MachniakBarbara McClatcheyFran Smith-MilteerJanice RussellThomas StephensBrenda Elaine Way20 YEAR MEMBERSEdward Dorothy Martin30 YEAR MEMBERSCarol GalavichMaynard WoodThe following persons have earned bars for years of membership in APC. They will be included in the Roster.35 YEAR MEMBERSJean Schroll40 YEAR MEMBERSGertrude AdairGwen HodsonMary Picone45 YEAR MEMBERSKen Griffith50 YEAR MEMBERSRuth Beam2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1247 AM50I I I I I i i m i n44 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 51It seems that there is always someone out there claimingthat they have no Black Skin Disease in their line. These same peopleare highly critical of successful breeders who, over time, have producedaffected dogs and on occasion used them in their breeding programs.Why is it also that these same individuals are usually relativenewcomers to the breed andor have made little or no contribution toit. None of these critics have spent hundreds of hours donatingtheir time to the education of judges and novices. They have notmade personal sacrifices to help Pomeranian clubs raise money andthey have not pushed for genetic research. In most cases they havealso never bred even one, outstanding dog. Basically they have notpaid their dues. Is all this talk just a way to convince people that theyhave something that the most successful breeders dont Or perhapstheir reasons are more selfish than for the betterment of the breed.In my 35 years of involvement in this breed I have neverheard a top breeder say that their line was BSD-free nor have I heardthem criticize their counterparts for their breeding methods. But ratherthey share information with one another. It is time for the self-righteous,idealistic individuals to get off their soapboxes and join the real world.Before I go on let me introduce myself. My name is JohnHeartz. I have been successfully breeding showdogs since 1966 andby 1970 was establishing breed records that still stand today inPembroke Welsh Corgis. I was one of the leading professional handlersin Canada for 30 years until my retirement a few years ago. Since1970 I have been, until now, the silent partner, behind the ChriscendoPomeranians.Black Skin Disease is a heart breaking condition whether itaffects an outstanding showdog or a beloved pet. BSD has the strangeability to affect some puppies that may lose their coat and neverregain it or wait until the dog has grown to maturity and then affectthem. This is where the dilemma begins. You have a three-year-old,multiple Best in Show winner who starts to show signs of BSD.Before this happens he has produced, lets say 25 offspring, 5 ofwhich are now champions and have offspring of their own. So beforethis dog has become visually affected, his influence can be seen intwo or more generations. Now consider that this has been going onin this breed for well over 50 years, what are the chances of finding apedigree that is clear of this problem. Because of this it is unreasonableto think that this problem can be corrected in any way other thangenetic testing.If you are breeding top quality, show Pomeranians you arein the BSD club you just might not be an active member yetAn experienced breeder can look at the pedigrees of most ofthe top Pomeranians in this breed and know the affected dogs behindLETS BE REALISTICABOUT BSDthem. The realization is that if these affected dogs were never usedmost of todays great Pomeranians would not exist. This problem isso deep in this breed that there is only one way to eliminate it and thatis through genetic testing. Get off your soapbox and stop criticizingthe experienced breeders who have been dealing with this problemfor years and yet have stayed loyal to the breed.It is these individuals who are hardened, dedicated, andexperienced enough to make the necessary sacrifices to eradicate thisproblem when genetic testing becomes a reality. So this is not thetime to eliminate the affected dogs or carrier dogs from the gene poolin a non-scientific witch-hunt. When used wisely they have much tocontribute. I have never seen a BSD dog with other health issues thatcan be identified as caused by the skin condition. Such a dog shouldbe removed from a breeding program as should dogs with other genetichealth threatening or debilitating issues. There is a good chance thatthe outstanding affected dogs, will play a major roll in the eliminationof the problem and in doing so help maintain the high quality we seein the breed today. Anyone who knows the history of eradicatingPRA in show poodles knows that eliminating all the dogs that wereaffected by, related to, or produced from dogs with the problem wasnot the answer.Todays breeders did not create this problem, but were handedit when they started in the breed. It is no more prevalent now than itwas when we began in this breed. My advice would be, if you cannotdeal with the problem get out of the breed now and leave it to thosewho will fix it when it becomes possible to do so.Affected dogs have been used at least since the great Ch.Aristic Wee Pepper Pod who is probably the most significant influencein the breed in North America. Many years ago I had a conversationwith the late Dorothy Bonner, who, at that time said the problem wasso deep in the breed that it would never be eradicated. With genetictesting it will be. But it wont be those self-righteous individuals ontheir soapboxes that do itIf you are interested in breeding to a top quality dog, be itaffected or a carrier, you will not get the problem unless your bitch isa carrier. At this stage in Pomeranians I would suggest that you assumethe best dogs out there are carriers and plan your breedings accordingly.All the slanderous accusations, finger pointing, and probing into otherbreeders lines actually accomplish nothing. The successful breedershave weathered these attacks for years watching many of the attackersfall by the wayside, while they continue to be dedicated to the breed.It is time to put your money where your mouth is and donate togenetic research and finally make a positive contribution to this breed.John Heartz2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1248 AM51I I I I I i i i in44 4452 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWKENNELVisitsJULYAUGUST 2006Charlotte MeyerChars PomsContact Kennel Visit Coordinator andAdvertising Manager Jessie Klein to suggestor nominate candidates for upcoming APCKennel Visits. Jessie may be contacted at13107 County Road 470, Tyler, TX 75704, Ph. 903 882-1950 orEmail jessiemykeepsakes.net.Sunshine RosesandSunshine and Roses are published free of charge. Contact Donna Machniak Phone 517 546-7446 or Email Rich_DonnaMhotmail.com.All APC members addresses are published in the APC roster if you would like to send cards.HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to all award winners at the APC Awards Banquet 2006 for the year 2005.Congratulations, also, to all who won or placed at the APC National SpecialtyAPC member Steve Cookston of Happy Kamper Pomeranians, Garland Texas died of cancer March 8, 2006.Steve was known by many APC members as the Dude From Texas, and was the auctioneer at the APCSpecialties on several occasions. His humor always made the auction a lot of fun. Steve was also very active inthe DFW Pom Club serving as President, Vice President and Board Member for many years.Sympathy goes to Shelley Wiemer-Martin on the loss of BISS AmCanIntUKC Ch.Ryms W Fair Warning akaFerris. He passed over the Rainbow Bridge shortly after midnight March 6, 2006Our sympathy to Mary Wells, MNM Poms, who lost her beloved Striker, Ch Sun Rays Gold Strike, in February.He was 17 years of age and her special lady Tracy, Ch MNMs MNMs Mystic Trace O Golddust. She was 15years of age.Wishing a speedy recovery to Wayne Norris. Wayne, who was recently diagnosed cancer and surgery, is thehusband of APC and PCCI member Joanne Norris of Huntington, Indiana.Congratulations to Kayra Poms on your feature this month.Thank you, Kay Chaney and Reed Adams for helping me get astart in Poms. You have been wonderful mentors and friends.Best wishes to my friends at Starlight Paws, Ron, Merilyn, Derrikand Deronda. I wish you many more years of happiness andsuccess in Pomeranians. It is always a pleasure to chat withyou ringside. You are truly an asset to our breed.Sincerely, Geneva CoatsVixen Pomshttpmysite.verizon.netcoatclosetCOLORISSUE2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1248 AM52rm i i i i4XT- r2Si' 2006 Beefy Cocfyum4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 53American Pomeranian Club, Inc.Sweepstakes - Judge Sue GoddardLouisville, Kentucky March 13, 2005CHARS THE HEAT IS ONJENUWANE KOOL PROTGCARLEEZ N GAR-VS MAGIC DRAGONCH GOLDKIST ROCKIN KNIGHT CH ALLAYNS AGENT ORANGE RAZZLE DAZZLE HALLELUJAH CHORUS2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1248 AM53I I I I I i i i in4r-f T \'Zttv.s'TO t SWEEPSTAKESBEST vTytr - PUPPYv9\VNATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY Ptf ,OoSWEEPSTAKES \mXt2M A V oR 0C f56H 1413kNATIONAL SPECIALTY ^riTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY thomaspholo30hotmail.com I4SWEEPSTAKESi 0 11Ci BEST OPPOSITEJi, M PUPPYQ LTOiiii4 4O' NATIONAL SPECIALTYr ^0m^hSolo30mThoG-R.ffclnYCt CD'Vfo it,ro''tVJ 7 IpMm,ioni 0\'7 4A i-a1 T JSWEEPSTAKES SWEEPSTAKES BEST OPPOSITE VETERANSWEEPSTAKES mipIBPTk4BEST OPPOSITE SENIOR - rBESTVVETERAN mV PUPPY2 24. 0 00 c. I1c.NATIONALSPECIALTY NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY THOMASPHOTOGRAPHY NATIONALSPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYMi rSJcVw\i-y454 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWWhat a pleasure and a pain it was to have the opportunity to judge thesweepstakes classes for the APC specialty The pleasure was in seeing so manylovely puppies and the pain was having to make difficult choices.I do want to thank the American Pomeranian Club, the members, and2006 APC National SpecialtySweepstakes Judges CommentsSue Goddard - Alvin, TexasMarch 13 - 15, 2006most especially, the exhibitors for this wonderful entry. Special kudos to my ring stewards Cathy Gould and Sally Baugniet. As it had been along time since I had judged a sweepstakes, I was very thankful for their assistance.The two strongest and the largest classes were in the 6 to 9 month dog and bitch classes. There were many who went unplaced that willfinish easily and I predict the fancy will have a record year in championships produced.My first place winner in the very competitive 6 9 month puppy dog class was a stylish orange boy Starfires Trailside Cowboy. He had amazingring presence for such a youngster. He was presented by owner Gloria Marie MarcelliFirst place in the 9 -12 class was a golden orange boy, Carleez N Gar-Vs Magic Dragon, who had tons of attitude and was a standout in thisclass. He is owned by Gail Garvey and Vikki Oelerich was his handler.First place in the 12 18 class was a beautiful orange male Chars the Heat is On. This boy had a beautiful head, was medium in size and movedwell. He is owned by Charlotte Meyer and Mary Valles and handled by Lynn Meyer.First place in the 6 9 month bitch class went to Dome Doi Tornado Watch At Tokie owned by Chaivat Tangkaravakun and KochapanSompong, shown by breeder owner Toby. This was an extremely short bodied, cute, cute girl who could really move and just demanded thewin.First in 9 12 bitch class went to Jenuwane Kool Protg who was a breeders dream, good size, full clear orange coat, stylish and moved verywell. This one was shown by breederowner, Jen Hryniuk.First in 12 18 class was won by Razzle Dazzle Hallelujah Chorus, a nice size, orange with pretty head and good tail set. She is owned by JudithGreen.My Best Junior in Sweepstakes went to Jenuwane Kool Protg.Best of Opposite in Junior sweepstakes to Carleez N Gar-Vs Magic Dragon.Best Senior in Sweepstakes to Chars the Heat is OnBest Opposite to Razzle Dazzle Hallelujah ChorusThe Grand Sweepstakes Winner was Chars the Heat is On.As it turned out, all my top winners were orange, but I did place a number of blacks that were very nice and several black and tans.In the veteran sweepstakes, I had eight total. My 6 years to 9 years dog winner was Ch Dhcrew Rock-N-Rumble a heavy coated redwho was very sound with good movement and pretty head. He is owned by Cindy Onosko. The 9 years and older winner was a ten year old male,Ch. Goldkist Rockin Knight, an orange with good coat, short back, pretty head and all his teeth. He is owned by Barbara Meyer.6 -9 year veteran bitch winner was Ch. Corleahs Ever Ready at Weitol who is owned by Joan Behrend. Veteran bitch 9 years and over went toCh. Allayns Agent Orange, another orange girl nicely presented by owner Mary Allen.Best Veteran in Sweepstakes went to Ch. Goldkist Rockin KnightBest of Opposite Sex to Ch. Allayns Agent Orange. .2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1248 AM54I I I I I i i i in4v\ ''rrrr9 3SWEEPSTAKES. .-V 11-\4 ,rg'13ITIONAL SPECIALTYOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYomaspholo30holmail.comhi"4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 55First, I would like to thank the entire membership for the honor andopportunity to judge the National Specialty. For me, this was a oncein-a-lifetimeevent.2006 APC National SpecialtyJudges CommentsErika Moureau - Tomball, TexasMarch 13 - 15, 2006The quality of the entry was outstanding. Too many nice dogs and not enough ribbons.The 6-9 Puppy Dogs class was huge and packed with nice puppies. The winner was a red dog, who moved well,had good coat and high ear set. The 9-12 dog winner was a showy, balanced pup with correct coat texture. The12-18-dog winner was a light orange, showy youngster with nice movement and correct coat. He would eventuallybe my reserve winner. My WDBOW came from the BBE class and what a stunner he was. A cream with jet-blackpigment EVERYWHERE The Open ROCS winner was a nice orange dog, who unfortunately lost his confidenceduring winners competition due to the applause.The 6-9-puppy bitch class again was full of nice puppies. The winner, and eventual reserve winner, was everythinga Pom Puppy should be and she never let down. With a little more maturity, shell be hard to beat. The 9-12 bitchwinner was overall nice quality with good movement. The 12-18-bitch winner was a cute little girl with sound legs.In BBE, I found a little sable girl with nice legs, pretty face, and tons of attitude.Open ROCS winner was a standout in any crowd. Perfect size, good legs, high tail set, pretty face, showed great.She was my Winners Bitch.The Best of Breed competition was overflowing with quality. I could have used twice as many awards as I had.The breed winner was a bitch, Ch. Starfires Josefina Is Nasty, and this makes her a repeat winner for the National,an outstanding competitor in every way. BOS was the black Ch. Valcopy Batboy, who retired at this show.All five of the AOMS went to outstanding representatives of the breed.My thanks to all who made it possible2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1248 AM55I I I I I i i i in4r Vs. 7BESTOFBREEDVARIETY rJi-MIM 2s-4 o10c A'6H 14 15NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY I i4 4B MAM5mT.456 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWAMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUBNational SpecialtyJudge Erika Moureau - Louisville, KentuckyMarch 13 - 15, 2006CH STARFIRES JOSEFINA IS NASTYCH JJS VICTORIAN ANGELCH RIVENDELL APPLAUDS JANESACH TIM SUES FLYING HIGHCH TABLETOPS BLACK MAIL SENDERCH TOKIE N DOME DOI THE WAY YOU MAKE ME FEEL CAROLYN SMITH2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1120 PM56I I I I I i i i in4iV1 V^L'J- vr 'n irAWARD OF MERITc2- 00cH 15aNATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYtmnV V v.JrimAr iBEST OFBREEDVARIETY 'ISJfBAWARD OF MERIT tNATIONAL SPECIALTYM 2 M 20 AL-1 oo061514H NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY14stiolo30hotmail.comTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYthomasphoto30hot mail.com4 4invviLIwiS' iAWARDOF MERIT 4,NATIONALSPECIALTY 4THOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYr tfcij1Lms-'wI mT vyT fi ILi n 1b v i ,. 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Iit i 2fS] -r a, c\kNATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYIhoma .oliolo3U iholnail com - 0III0eYiib..V'Vo tTj,4 4e plU1A,E km m r fCe v7 4V ' yRESERVE WINNERS BITCH'X i'fRESERVE WINNERS DOG BESTp BESTs VV JUNIOR HANDLERL4 1PUPPYs Jfc 4oM 2A200 M o0c 1 0615ATIONAL SPECIALTYHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY6H 13 14IATI0NAL SPECIALTY T 1THOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYIhomasptiolo30holmail.comfitilt nVI tl iv iiJ j 1ST PLACEVSTUD DOG .DESTDFWINNERS WINNERS DODY . V i Aj l y' \NATIONAL SPECIALTY B I THUMASPIIOTOCNAm ABEST4j^44 BRED BY EXHIBITORBEST 414VETERAN S 4- H 6NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY20i0c15 NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHY Irmi.j-, 5i458 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWThe 2006 American Pomeranian Club National Specialty was held at the Executive Inn, inLouisville Kentucky, March 13, 14 15. The weather was beautiful for the most part, and prizes gorgeous asall the Pomeranians.Monday March 13, Mrs. Sue Goddard from Alvin Texas judged Puppy and Veteran Sweepstakes. OnTuesday March 14 and Wednesday March 15, Mrs. Erika Moureau from Tomball, Texas judged all regularand non-regular classes. Tuesday afternoon March 14 and Wednesday afternoon March 15, Mrs. Patricia Krause from Rhinelander,WI judged Rally, regular and non-regular Obedience classes. Due to being snowed in on Monday night, the Rally was moved toTuesday afternoon without a hitch.SWEEPSTAKESJudge Mrs.Sue GoddardPUPPY DOGS, 6 MONTHS UNDER 9 MONTHS1 STARFIRES TRAILSIDE COWBOY- Owner Gloria MarieMarcelli2 EAGLE CREEKS HAMIN IT UP- Owners Kathryn Norem Diane Finch3 VALCOPY SUPER FLY- Owners Judy Paris Dana Plonkey4 NOBLES LL ENGINE THAT COULD- Owners Valerie Smidt Noble InglettPUPPY DOGS, 9 MONTHS UNDER 12 MONTHS1 CARLEEZ N GAR-VS MAGIC DRAGON- Owner Gail Garvey2 JANDALA JENUWANE BLACK OUT- Owner Jen Hryniuk3 KAYRAS ONYX OF MAGICAL MEADOWS- Owners AlanMerrigan, Heidi Merrigan, Kay Chaney Reed Adams4 ROYAL TEE N JANESAS ALL STAR- Owner Angela BlockerSENIOR DOGS, 12 MONTHS UNDER 18 MONTHS1 CHARS THE HEAT IS ON- Owners Charlotte Meyer MaryValles2 RAZZLE DAZZLE HEAVENLY CHOIR- Owner Judith B Green3 WEEWYNS COTTONTOP LAST DANCE- Owners Linda Pelz,Cathy Anderson Linda Mulso4 WINSTAR FOREVER KNIGHT- Owner Walda GreenPUPPY BITCHES, 6 MONTHS UNDER 9 MONTHS1 DOME DOI TORNADO WATCH AT TOKIE- Owners ChaivatTangkaravakun Kochapan Sompong2 STARFIRES THE BE ITCH IS BACK- Owners Jose Cabrera Fabian Arienti3 KACEES NO NAME REQUIRED- Owner Katy Stalnaker4 KACEES GONNA GETCHA GOOD- Owners Laurie Otis KatyStalnakerPUPPY BITCHES 9 MOS. UNDER 12 MOS1 JENUWANE KOOL PROTG- Owner Jen Hryniuk2 JAKENS SPLASH DOWN AT JAN-LE- Owners Jackie Rayner Jane Lehtinen3 STOLANNES CRYSTAL CHAMPAGNE- Owner Frances Stoll4 LIL BEHRS THUMBLINA- Owner Joan C BehrendTWELVE TO EIGHTEEN MONTH BITCHES1 RAZZLE DAZZLE HALLELUJAH CHORUS- Owner Judith Green2 CHRISCENDO COPPER ROSE- Owner Luisa Leon3 LACUEVA JENUWANE DEBUTANTE- Owner Sherrilynn Rogers4 MTN VIEWS MANHATTAN PROMIS- OWNERS ROGER PATRICIA DAGUEBEST JUNIOR PUPPYJENUWANE KOOL PROTGBEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST JUNIOR PUPPYCARLEEZ N GAR-VS MAGIC DRAGONBEST SENIOR IN SWEEPSTAKESCHARS THE HEAT IS ONBEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST SENIOR IN SWEEPSTAKESRAZZLE DAZZLE HALLELUJAH CHORUSGRAND SWEEPSTAKES WINNERCHARS THE HEAT IS ONVETERAN SWEEPSTAKESVETERAN DOG 6 YEARS UNDER 9 YEARS1 CH DHCREW ROCK-N-RUMBLE- Owner Cindy Onosko2 CH JENUWAYNE MADE YOU LOOK- Owner Jen Hryniuk3 CH DREAMWEAVER SPARKLIN FIRECRACKER- OwnersLinda Pelz Michael WellsVETERAN DOG 9 YEARS OVER1 CH GOLDKIST ROCKIN KNIGHT- Owner Barbara MeyerVETERAN BITCH 6 YEARS UNDER 9 YEARS1 CH CORLEAHS EVER READY AT WEITOI- Owner JoanBehrend.2 PINECREST ITS CRYSTAL CLEAR- Owners Catherine PaigeBolahoodVETERAN BITCH 9 YEARS OVER1 CH ALLAYNS AGENT ORANGE- Owner Mary Allan.2 CH SOUTHLANDS MO CHER- Owners A Rister, C Creed, BTurner T TurnerBEST VETERAN IN SWEEPSTAKESCH GOLDKIST ROCKIN KNIGHTThe American Pomeranian Club, Inc.National Specialty ResultsLouisville, Kentucky March 13, 14, 15, 2006By Linda Pelz2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1120 PM58I I I I I i i i in4iW\i ^4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 59BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST VETERAN INSWEEPSTAKESCH ALLAYNS AGENT ORANGEJUNIOR SHOWMANSHIPJudge Mrs. Erika MoureauOPEN JUNIOR1 LETESHA GIRTH- CH SANDEGIS RUSH HOUR- OwnerSandra GirthOPEN INTERMEDIATE1 CHELSEA VALLES - CHARS THE HEAT IS ON - OwnersCharlotte Meyer Mary Valles2 DANIELLE M MILLER-SHIMMEREE CHAIR OF BOWLLESOwnersChantelle M Danielle M MillerOPEN SENIOR1 JESSICA CHRISTIANSEN - CH SUNDOWNS GREEN EGGS NHAM- Owners Cristy Jessica ChristiansenBEST JUNIOR HANDLERCHELSEA VALLESREGULAR CLASSESJudge Mrs. Erika MoureauPUPPY DOGS 6 MONTHS UNDER 9 MONTHS1 STARFIRES HELLO ITS EL PAPI- Owners Jose A Cabrera Fabian Arienti2 STARFIRES TRAILSIDE COWBOY- Owner Gloria MarieMarcelli3 CHARS MADE YOU LOOK- Owner Charlotte Meyer4 NOBLES LL ENGINE THAT COULD- Owners Valerie Smidt Noble InglettPUPPY DOGS 9 MONTHS UNDER 12 MONTHS1 POWER POM THE INCREDIBLE- Owners Pongsakorn NissaraPongsak2 CASTILE LEGEND OF MTN CREST- Owners David Gilstrap Geno Sisneros3 ROYAL TEE N JANESAS ALL STAR- Owner Angela Blocker4 JANDALA JENUWANE BLACK OUT- Owner Jen HryniukTWELVE TO EIGHTEEN MONTH DOGS1 WEEWYNS COTTONTOP LAST DANCE- Owners Linda Pelz,Cathy Anderson Linda Mulso2 FINCHS BETN ONA SURESHOT PARTI- Owner Diane L Finch3 WINSTAR FOREVER KNIGHT- Owner Walda Green4 ACHILLES FIT TO BE THAID- Owner Jennifer MunnBRED-BY-EXHIBITOR DOGS1 EAGLE CREEKS HAMIN IT UP- Owners Kathryn J Norem Diane Finch2 DREAMWEAVERS ENDURING FREEDOM- Owners MichaelWells Linda Pelz3 JENUWANE KOOL RUNNING- Owner Jen Hryniuk4 JAN-LES A TIME MAY COME- Owner Jane LehtinenAMERICAN BRED DOGS1 LIL BOW WOWS RHYTHM N BLUES- Owner Angela Gunter2 LIL PONDEROSA HERE 4 THE PARTI- Owner SherrilynnRogers3 VISIONS THE MAN IN BLACK- Owner Virginia C RenzOPEN DOGS, RED, ORANGE, CREAM, SABLE1 GREAT RIVERS TONITESTHENITEHONE- Owner ChantelleSmith2 CHARS THE HEAT IS ON- Owners Charlotte Meyer3 JULIAS ENCORE OF LENETTE- Owner Julia A Smith4 MOUNTAIN CREST ROLLING STONE- Owners David Carlene GilstrapOPEN DOGS, Black, Brown, Blue1 CHARS PACKER FANATIC- Owners Wendilyn Aumann2 MARBILS DONT ROCK THE JUKEBOX- Owner Donna Riehm3 SAPPHIRES NIGHT MOVES- Owner Beth Shattuck4 TABLETOPS SHORT FUSE- Owners Christine Creasey JanStachurskiOPEN DOGS, Any Other Color, Pattern Or Variety1 HEARTLANDS UP IN SMOKE- Owner Wanda Sue Cox2 JANESAS COMMAND PERFORMANCE- Owner Lori Kamrath3 CHARS MEANT TO BE A PARTI- Owner Charlotte Meyer4 TLCS DOUBLE TRUFFLE- Owner Elizabeth A CurtissWINNERS DOG 77 DOGSEAGLE CREEKS HAMIN IT UPRESERVE WINNERS DOGWEEWYNS COTTONTOP LAST DANCEPUPPY BITCH 6 MONTHS UNDER 9 MONTHS1 DOME DOI TORNADO WATCH AT TOKIE- Owners ChaivatTangkaravakun Kochapan Sompong2 STARFIRES THE BE ITCH IS BLACK- Owners Jose A Cabrera Fabian Arienti3 JOLVIN REGAL RISK- Owners Joan Melvin Beech4 KACEES NO NAME REQUIRED- Owner Katy StalnakerPUPPY BITCH 9 MONTHS UNDER 12 MONTHS1 JENUWANE KOOL PROTG- Owner Jen Hryniuk2 CASTILES SONG OF SPRINGWOOD- Owners Becky Jackson Geno Sisneros3 SHIMMEREE SPACEJAM LOLA BUNNY- Owners Greggory S Charlene R Waters4 CHARS DIZZY BLONDE- Owner Charlotte MeyerTWELVE TO EIGHTEEN MONTH BITCH1 BAR-JONS N JANESAS TIGRESS- Owner Jerrie Freia2 MTN VIEWS MANHATTAN PROMISE- Owners Roger Patricia Dague3 CHARS PLAY TO WIN- Owner Charlotte Meyer4 LACUEVA JENUWANE DEBUTANTE- Owner Sherrilynn RogersBRED-BY-EXHIBITOR BITCH1 LIL BEHRS THUMBELINA- Owner Joan C Behrend2 RUMISS-BEHAVEN- Owner Leanne T Willkins3 EVENSONGS SUGAR PLUM FAIRY- Owner Teresa G White4 MAJESTICS VICTORIA IS NASTY- Owners A Rister, C Creed, BTurner, T TurnerAPC National Results Continued2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1120 PM59m m460 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWAMERICAN BRED BITCH1 JAN-SHARS UP TOWN GIRL- Owner Elena Turbina2 CHARS BURNIN FOR YOU- Owners Sharon McDaniel Robert Meshigaud3 PIXIES PEG-O-MY-HEART- Owners Carol Galavich4 MNMS DAWN OF ROCK-N-ROLL- Owner Janette DallyOPEN BITCH Red, Orange, Cream, Sable1 FOXWORTH FOXY ROXY-Owners Pamela Dodsworth,Larry Fox2 TLCS BELLE OF THE BALL- Owner Connie Charles3 KILPATRICKS TWINKLING GOLD DUST- Owner Reena Fair4 ROYAL TEES MISS ALABAMA- Owner Angela BlockerOPEN BITCH Black, Brown, Blue1 PATRICIAS WEEWYN WALKING BAR-B- Owners Christy Jessica Christiansen2 PKS CHAR NOIR- Owner Pauletta KrumOPEN BITCH Any Other Color, Pattern or Variation1 TWO TONE DELIGHT- Owner Duane Gaulke2 JAKENS SPLASH DOWN AT JAN-LE- Owners Jackie Rayner Jane Lehtinen3 CHARS FLAMIN HEART PARTI- Owner Charlotte MeyerWINNERS BITCH 62 BitchesFOXWORTH FOXY ROXYRESERVE WINNERS BITCHDOME DOI TORNADO WATCH AT TOKIEBEST OF BREEDCH STARFIRES JOSEFINA IS NASTYOwnersBreeders Jose Cabrera Fabian ArientiBEST OF WINNERS BEST BRED BY EXHIBITOREAGLE CREEKS HAMIN IT UPBEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST OF BREEDCH VALCOPY BATBOYBEST PUPPY IN REGULAR CLASSDOME DOI TORNADO WATCH AT TOKIEJUDGES AWARD OF MERIT 5CH JJS VICTORIAN ANGEL-Owner Brenda HeimbachCH TIM SUES FLYING HIGH-Owner J Patrick FarmerCH TABLETOPS BLACK MAIL SENDER-Owner Jan StachurskiCH RIVENDELL APPLAUDS JANESA-Owner Carolyn BoninCH TOKIE N DOME DOI THE WAY YOU MAKE ME FEELOwnersChaivat Tangkaravaicun Prakit ChularojmontriVETERANSVETERAN DOGS 6 YEARS AND UNDER 9 YEARS1 CH DHCREW ROCK-N-RUMBLE- Owners Cindy Onosko2 CH WANG TSU AIM TO FAME- Owners Brenda Segelken Mary Carlisle3 CH JENUWAYNE MADE YOU LOOK- Owners Jen Hryniuk4 CH DREAMWEAVER SPARKLIN FIRECRACKER- OwnersLinda Pelz Michael WellsVETERAN DOGS 9 YEARS AND OVER1 CH GOLDKIST ROCKIN KNIGHT- Owners Barbara MeyerVETERAN BITCHES 6 YEARS AND UNDER 9 YEARS1 CH CORLEAHS EVER READY AT WEITOI - Owner JoanBehrend2 PINECRESTS ITS CRYSTAL CLEAR Owner Caterine PaigeBolahoodSTUD DOG1 HEARTLANDS KNIGHT N DAY- Owners Laurie Otis2 RAZZLE DAZZLE HOT DANCE- Owners Judith B GreenBRACE 11 CHARS PLAY TO WIN-Owners Charlotte Meyer1 CH CHARS FOR LOVE OR MONEY-Owners Charlotte MeyerBEST VETERANCH DHCREW ROCK-N-RUMBLEBEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST VETERANCH CORLEAHS EVER READY AT WEITOIRALLYJudge Mrs. Patricia KrauseRALLY EXCELLENT B1 JANESAS TIFFANY IS AN ANGEL UD RAE NA NAJ- OwnerBarbara McClatchey2 SECOND CHANCE OLIVER TWIST CDX RE- Owner BarbaraMcClatcheyRALLY ADVANCED B1 SASSY GIRL SHEFFIELD UD RN- Owner Lisa S Sheffield2 SECOND CHANCE OLIVER TWIST CDX RE- Owner BarbaraMcClatchey3 PRINCESS WIGGLES VON SNIF SNIF RN- Owner Lisa SSheffieldRALLY NOVICE B1 BALLYKIN COMMANDO CODY CDX- Owner Paulette Zecca2 LIL CHEROB BCNU AT COURBETTE CD NAP- Owner VictoriaLeitner3 TINY TIM PENDLETON CGC UD-Owners Wendy JanetDonnelly4 GIDGETS CINNAMON PRINCE UDX- Owners Mike CarolynSmithRALLY NOVICE A1 EXOTIC PRIDES SPECIAL MAN- Owner Karen Wilson,2 WILSONS HILL TOP TIPPIE TOES- Owners Karen Wilson Beauford WilsonRALLY NOVICE A CLASS FIRSTExotic Prides Special ManRALLY NOVICE B CLASS FIRSTBallykin Commando Cody CDXRALLY ADVANCED B CLASS FIRSTSassy Girl Sheffield UD RNRALLY EXCELLENT B CLASS FIRSTJanesas Tiffany Is An Angel UD RAE NA NAJAPC National Specialty Results Continued2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1120 PM60m m4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 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' 5 r ^ r y 14APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 67Photos by Sally Baugniet, Moonlight Magic Photography,Brenda Segelken, Karen Chisam, David and Connie Zieba,Carolyn Brandenberg and Thomas Photography.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1249 AM67I I I I I i i i in4ll IB j_Iuofa Ml ,Bf'f' tctARTc fARTttPC0orsC o1mrI 1 ^1s 3ftfifr......t 4,1 f\ r . 1 w\m M4 S' -0V JBy i,'r_IMS " 1I IUHIrL X 'mV']\4 SF4-'IsVU1 iiI v' y T r V'4 4f4 . 1.S- - i.. 1 \ rt\'I syV f' 1SSR'if 11\r\ nPSlwj mmnr.\\ "svk T'Jfc' 3Q-.1 rrr468 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWAPC Judges EducationAPC Judges EducationAPC Judges EducationAPC Judges EducationAPC Judges EducationDot Martin is the American Pomeranian Clubs Judges Education Chairperson.Dot may be contacted at 803-831-8086 or edwarda.martinatt.netThe Pomeranian National Specialty was a jam-packed time in LouisvilleWe arrived on Sunday. The Board meeting jump-started the event, while the grounds crew put downplastic over the carpet and set up the grooming area.That evening, in the now famous Pub Room, the hospitality committee had tables laden with foodfor the workers and early arrivals. Kelly Reimschiissel and her assistants had done their usual superbjob. It was good to see Pom lovers from all over the USA, Canada, Hawaii and other places fillingthe room with Pom talk. Personally, I was thrilled to see Charlotte Creed, former Judges EducationCoordinator. She was present after several years of absence. It was hard to break away but Mondaypromised to dawn early.The first order of business was a Judges Education Committeemeeting to implement some Board directives concerning thecertification of official mentors for our club. The officers anddirectors think that this is a very important service that theAmerican Pomeranian Club needs to provide for judges andthose who are interested in learning about our breed. Everyoneagrees that if we are going to have this program, we need to doit right. Mentors must meet certain specifications. 1. Be a member of APC for at least 5 years. 2. Apply to serve in the position 3. Be familiar with the Code of Ethics. Be willing to use it inones dealings with others. 4. Make a commitment to allow time to educate and encourageothers. 5. Prove a reasonable knowledge of the standard. 6. Attend the Judges Breed Study Group 7. Maintain an unbiased attitude regarding their own dogs and thedogs of others. 8. Own a copy of the Pomeranian CD.The committee members agreed that a priority goal would be tohave at least one certified mentor and seminar presenter perstate. With this in mind we prepared for the 330 pm Mentorsseminar.A seminar registration form had been included in the PremiumList that could be used by those interested in attending. Sixteenpeople had returned the forms and I knew that we neededsupplies for quite a few people. There were 26 sets of formsavailable.Twenty-five APC members filled the Dolphin room at 330 pm.The enthusiasm was catching. Those present tested theirpersonal knowledge of the standard with a 20-question test withmultiple answers. Knowing the exact wording of the standardis the high goal that was set. That knowledge will give mentorsthe confidence of knowing what answers to give when assistingJudges at ringside. Many novices have been given erroneousinformation via the Internet and by breeders who are illinformed.Dot MartinFollowing the test, participants paired off for one-on-onestudy role-play and discussion of the different sections of thestandard. The room buzzed with conversation andcamaraderie as we discussed our favorite topic thePomeranian dog.Due to an additional scheduling of the seminar on breeding,some mentors had to depart at 430 pm. Ten remained andrevisited the test to determine how much the discussion hadimproved their original scores. Certificates were issued toBrenda Adams William Adams Carolyn BrandenburgKay Chaney Sherry Cartwright Alane LevinsohnVictoria Oelerich Teresa White Becky SabourinDeronda SharpThese mentors attended the Judges Breed Study Group onTuesday morning to assist with the judges. Later, they madethemselves available on Tuesday and Wednesday to sit in thereserved ringside section to help the judges learn about thePomeranian during the judging.Upon conclusion of judging each day, I asked the judges toshare their impressions on the experience. They felt thementors had been helpful, unbiased and knowledgeable. Itwas a great learning experience for all.Statistics from the seminar1. Pre-Registrations 152. Signed application 213. Signed Code of Ethics 134. APC members 205. Had attended a previous seminar 56. Owns the Pom CD 97. Would serve as seminar presenter 14 Yes 8, maybe 68. Took the test 1st time 259. Took test 2nd time 1010. Certificates awarded 10Thanks to all who participated and now its on to next year2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1249 AM68I I I I I i i i in4 IiAxhi4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 69APC Top Ten AwardsBreedersas reported by The American Kennel Club, Inc.January 1, 2005 through December 31, 20052006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1249 AM69rm i i i in4nim r'^u l24 11,E3[ol[O] aR] 'Zn_ JlCHJulia's Music Man Of Lenette CH Making A Splash At Lenette CH Mtn Crest Q'N Latifah Of Lenette CH Noah Of Lenette CH Phoebe Of Lenette CH Rue ben Of Lenette CH Unchanged Melody Of LenetteK. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith1. DIANE L. FINCH 23CH Chat's For Love Or Money CH Finch's All The Right Moves CH Finch's Awesome Wave Parti CH Finch's Bet On The Parti CH Finch's Bettin On Char'S CH Finch's Center Stage CH Finch's Chat's Amazing Grace CH Finch's Chat's Good Vibrations CH Char's I Get Around CH Finch's Chars Kiss NTel Parti CH Finch Sellar's Numero Uno CH Finch's Char's Wendi's Lucy CH Finch's Dream Of Jacinda CH Finch's Exceeds Code CH Finch's Love At First Sight CH Finch's One Hot Mama CH Finch's Parti To Impress Me CH Finch's Red Sky At Night CH Finch's See Me Cornin'CH Finch's Steele Magnolia CH Finch's Tagalong On A Roll CH Finch's Walkin With Dasar Finch's Whirling Dervish CD RNMeyerD. FinchC.FinchFinchFinchFinchFinchFinchC.FinchC.FinchC.FInchC.FinchC.FinchC.FinchFinchFinchFinchFinchFinchFinchFinchFinchFinchFinchD.D.D.D.D.D. MeyerMeyerMeyerMeyerMeyerMeyer4. SHARON HANSON -10 CH Jan-Shars Briggette Jones CH Jan-Shars Code Red CH Jan-Shars Gretta Garbo CH Jan-Shars Lady Sings The Blues CH Jan-Shars Liza With A Z CH Jan-Shars No Rhymn Or Reason CH Jan-Shars Rembrandt CH Jan-Shars Rojo Kristal Ricky CH Jan-Shars Rush To Judgement CH Jan-Shars You Ought 2 Be In Pictures S. HansonD.S. Hanson S. Hanson S. Hanson S. Hanson S. Hanson S. Hanson S. Hanson S. Hanson S. HansonD.D.D.D.D.D.D.D.D.D.4 4D.5. JOSE A. CABRERA FABIAN ARIENTI 7CH Starfire's Between The Sheet CH Starfire's Casanova CH Starfire's Go Go Dancer CH Starfire's Hello It's El Hottie CH Starfire's Nasty Nathaniel CH Starfire's Shining Star CH Starfire's Wicked MaryD.F. ArientiJ. Cabrera J. CabreraF. Arienti J. CabreraF. Arienti J. CabreraF. Arienti J. CabreraF. Arienti J. CabreraF. Arienti J. CabreraF. ArientiD.D.D.2. JERRIE FREIA 12CH Bar-Jors I'M So Happy CH Horizon-N-Janesa Indian Sundown CH Janesa's Bar Jon's In Fashion CH Janesa's DonT Kiss And Tell CH Janesa's Hip Hip Hurrah CH Janesa's Flavor Of The Month CH Janesa's For Lynns Sake Janesa's Rogue Gyration NA CH Janesa's The Places You'L Go CH Janesa's Wanna Play Jax CH Rivendell Applauds JanesaB. MesmerJ. Freianonmember C. KnightJ. FreiaJ. FreiaJ. FreiaJ. FreiaJ. FreiaJ. FreiaJ. FreiaJ. FreiaJ. FreiaCarolyn BoninJ. Freia6. CAMILLA KNIGHT 5 CH Sundown's Aurora Borealis CH Sundown's Double Trouble CH Sundown N Del-May's Ny Skyline Sundown N Janesas Chance Event NA CH Horizon-N-Janesa Indian SundownC. Knight C. Knight C. Knight J. FreiaC. Knight nonmemberC. KnightJ. Freia6. SHARON YAMPIRO - 5CH Great Rivers Beau Tie CH Great Rivers Little Rascal CH Great Rivers Puppet on a String CH Great Rivers Snugasabuginarug CH Great Rivers Tb Omot Tb KissesS. Yampiro S. Yampiro S. Yampiro S. Yampirononmember S. Yampiro3. CHARLOTTE MEYER 11 CH Char's All That Jazz CH Char's For Love Or Money CH Char's I Get Around CH Char's Strike'N Gold CH Char's The Legend Bums On CH Char's Walkin N A Winnin Way CH Finch Sellar's Numero Uno CH Finch's Chars Amazing Grace CH Finch's Chars Good Vibrations CH Finch's Char's Kiss NTel Parti CH Finch's Char's Wendi's LucyC. MeyerD. FinchC. D. FinchC. C. Meyer C. MeyerC. MeyerD. FinchC. D. FinchC. D. FinchC. D. FinchC. D. FinchC.MeyerMeyer8. LEED. COOK-4 CH Firebrooks Aim To Please CH Firebrook's License To Bum CH Fi rebrook's Sugar Plum Fairy CH Firebrooks The Heat Is OnL. Cook L. Cook L. Cook L. CookMeyerMeyerMeyerMeyerMeyer 8. LINDA DECICCO - 4 CH Aphrodites Donmar Desperado CH Aphrodites Keepin The Faith CH Aphrodites Moonstruck CH Aphrodites Tiger LilyL. DeCicco L. DeCicco L. DeCicco L. DeCiccoK. G. GRIFFITH - 10CH Abbapoola's Winning Oscar CH Gone With The Wind Of Lenette CH Indy's Cedona Of Lenette4.K. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith K. G. Griffith470 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWExhibitorNancy Robert Coddington 2BreederNancy Robert Coddington 2Stud DogNoneBrood BitchNoneJunior ShowmanshipCatherine M. Jessen, Juniors Chairas reported by AKC Awards Issues January through FebruaryNovember 1, 2005 through October 31, 2006 APC YearShawn Anderson 6Chauncelamay Baily 3Erika M. Stratton 1APC - Top TenExhibitor, Breeder,Junior Showmanshipas reported by the American Kennel Club, Inc.January 1, 2006 - February 28, 2006The Pomeranian Review includes all Pomeranian Exhibitors in their publication. American Pomeranian ClubMembers are noted with an . In order to be eligible for APC Awards given at the Annual Banquet you must havebeen a member for one 1 calendar year. Every effort is made to compile accurate statistics. Please bring anyerrors to the attention of the Annual Awards Chairperson. If your dogs are listed in the corrections of the AKCAwards issues, please contact Kelly D. Reimschiissel at awardsamericanpomeranianclub.org before January 15,2007.Kelly ReimschiisselChair2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1249 AM70rm i i i in4O'ri cto. aali IV4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 71JanuaryAnimations Rocket J Squirrel B CH AnimationsJeep x CH Dress Circle Animation. Owned byLorinda Vasuta, Darren Lane. Bred by PatDresser, Lorinda Vasuta.Bachmans Precious Diamond D CH MountainCrest JJ x CH Bachmans Precious Jewel. Ownedand bred by Cheri McDonald.Bi-Mars Jazzing It Up D CH Bi-Mars All ThatJazz x Karizmas Kashmir. Owned,bred by MaryRosenbaum.Castiles Walkin In The Rain D CH Finchs WalkinAfter Midnite x Castiles Raining On Sunday.Owned and bred by Geno Sisneros.Dreamweavers Cracklin Fire D CH DreamweaverSparklin Firecracken x CH Dreamweavers SparklinFire Rose. Owned and bred by Linda Pelz,Michael Wells.Gayels Destinys Child B CH Gayels Jon Bon Jovix CH Gayels Ms Oakley. Owned by NaimiGuenther. Gale A. Rivers.Koys Ode To Millamor D Raffimans Chips A Kooyx Millamors Makin My Day. Owned by Elizabeth A.Kooy, Chris Rofkahr, John Nguyen, Nancy W.Kooy. Bred by Nancy W. Kooy, Elizabeth A Kooy.Showcase Got To Be Me D CH Sirius Its AllAbout Me x Showcase Town Flirt. Owned and bredby Alane Levinsohn.Starfires Viva La Diva B Starfires Im Very Sexy xStarfires Marisa. Owned and bred by Jose A.Cabrera, Fabian Arienti.Trudys Club Paris B CH Trudys Country Club xCH Trudys Aiming For The Top. Owned and bredby Nancy Coddington, Robert Coddington.Two Ts Tuff-R-N-Pop D CH Raintrees Tuff-ENuffx Janes Sparkling Fizz N Ice. Owned andbred by Norman Neal, Dorothy M. Trosino.FebruaryChas-T-Dee Vanilla Ice B CH Bar-Net Top Gun xChas-T-Dee Marvelous Margo. Owned and bred byCharles Dee McNeice.Djs Chance Affair D Dutchs Black Ty Affair xKayras Cotton Candy Delight. Owned by DonnaJohnson, Elizbeth A. Molina. Donna Johnson.Jan-Shars Pardon My French B CH Jan-SharsFresh Off The Farm x Jan-Shars Hunky Dorey.Owned and bred by Sharon Hanson.Janesas Esther Price B Heartlands Knight N Dayx CH Janesas The Places YouL Go. Owned andbred by Jerrie Freia.Lanas California Dreamin B CH Lanas Let MeIntroduce Myself x Lanas One Penny To Many.Owned and bred by Lana Price.Patriots Pride N Glory B CH Cottontop MissouriGambler x CH Cottontop The Right Attitude. Ownedand bred by Lee Kraft.Pinnacle Chic Petite Sasha B CH Pinnacle IMStakinMy Claimx Sandalwood Ak Madeline. Ownedby Amy Matsuoka, Joan Kaneshiro. Bred by. JoanH. Kaneshiro, Roger M. Lau.Pom Acres Nike B CH Pom Acres Air Jordon x CHPom Acres Mecedes. Owned and bred by JuanitaFiddick.Royal Tee Tucker Of Lenette D CH Music MakerOf Lenette x Minnie Pearl Of Lenette. Owned byAngela Blocker. Bred by K. G. Griffith.Sandalwood HK Joie Of Vivre B SandalwoodWatts Up Aladdin x Sandalwood CJ Dah-Ling.Owned by Sylvia Miyake. Bred by Roger M. Lau.Trudys Hugs And Kisses B CH FirebrooksTabasco Fiasco x Trudys Cream Delite. Owned byNancy Coddington, Robert Coddington. Bred byNancy Coddington.Wee Hearts Excuse Me B Wee Hearts Feel TheThunder x Wee Hearts Simply Stunning. Owned byGail Bertrand, Bill Bertrand. Bred by CassandraReady Evans.New Champions are received from AKC and published as space permits. APC members are noted with an .Corrections need to be submitted with a copy of the corrected AKC Championship Certificate toawardsamericanpomeranianclub.org by January 15, 2007.New ChampionsReported by Kelly Reimschiissel2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1123 PM71rm i i i in4O'rcjisp4 4472 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW1 CH TOKIE THE LEGEND CONTINUES DOwners Chaivat Tangkaravakun, PrakitChularojmontri, A. Margo Koga, Noble Inglett4292 CH RIVENDELL APPLAUDS JANESA DOwner Carolyn Bonin 2923 CH STARFIRES JOSEFINA IS NASTY BOwners Jose A. Cabrera, Fabian Arienti 2154 CH FINCHS BETTIN ON CHARS DOwner Charlotte Meyer 2055 CH SHOWCASE HOT TOPIC DOwners Alane Levinsohn, Curtiss Smith, RonSmith, Merilyn Smith 1906 CH JJS VICTORIAN ANGEL DOwner Brenda Heimbach 1747 CH TIM SUES FLYING HIGH DOwner J. Patrick Farmer 1188 CH JAN-SHARS YOURE NOT THE BOSSOF ME DOwners Judy Paris, Letitia Cannon 1079 CH FINCHS AWESOME ON ALL FOUR DOwner Kathryn Norem, Diane Finch 8310 CH WOODROSES FOREVER N EVER DOwners Clarice M. Oganeku, Yvette H.Oganeku 61BREED DOGSJanuary 1, 2006 through March 17, 2006All-BREED DOGSJanuary 1, 2006 through March 17, 20061 CH TOKIE THE LEGEND CONTINUES DOwners Chaivat Tangkaravakun, PrakitChularojmontri, A. Margo Koga, Noble Inglett2,5142 CH SHOWCASE HOT TOPIC DOwners Alane Levinsohn, Curtiss Smith, RonSmith, Merilyn Smith 1,4553 CH FINCHS BETTIN ON CHARS DOwner Charlotte Meyer 6654 CH RIVENDELL APPLAUDS JANESA DOwner Carolyn Bonin 5875 CH TIM SUES FLYING HIGH DOwner J. Patrick Farmer 3966 CH JJS VICTORIAN ANGEL DOwner Brenda Heimbach 3457 OAKROSE CANADIAN CURRENCYOwner Takeda Fabiana 3128 CH WOODROSES FOREVER N EVER DOwners Clarice M. Oganeku, Yvette H. Oganeku2889 CH GAYELS DESTINYS CHILDOwner Naimi Guenther 22310 CH STARFIRES JOSEFINA IS NASTY BOwners Jose A. Cabrera, Fabian Arienti 215APC Top Breed - All BreedKelly D. ReimschiisselAwards Chairas reported by the American Kennel Club, Inc.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1123 PM72rm i i i in4m4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 731. CHARLOTTE MEYER 11CH Chars All That Jazz C. MeyerCH Chars For Love Or Money C. MeyerCH Chars I Get Around C. MeyerCH Chars Strike N Gold C. MeyerCH Chars The Legend Burns On C. MeyerCH Chars Walkin N A Winnin Way C. MeyerCH Finchs All The Right Moves C. MeyerCH Finchs Awesome Wave Parti C. MeyerCH Finchs Bet On The Parti C. MeyerCH Finchs Bettin On CharS C. MeyerCH Finchs Chars Kiss NTel Parti C. MeyerCH Finchs One Hot Mama C. MeyerCH Finchs Parti To Impress Me C. MeyerCH Finchs See Me Comin C. MeyerCH Oakrose Wrapped N Ribbons C. MeyernonmembersCH Finchs Chars Good Vibrations K. StalnakerC. MeyerCH Finchs Exceeds Code nonmemberC. Meyer2. SHARON HANSON 9CH Jan-Shars Code Red S. HansonCH Jan-Shars Gretta Garbo S. HansonCH Jan-Shars Lady Sings The Blues S. HansonCH Jan-Shars Liza With A Z S. HansonCH Jan-Shars No Rhymn Or Reason S. HansonCH Jan-Shars Rembrandt S. HansonCH Jan-Shars Rush To Judgement S. HansonCH Jan-Shars You Ought 2 Be In Pictures S. HansonCH Pomhavens Lil Red Corvette L. CannonS. Hanson3. JOSE A. CABRERA FABIAN ARIENTI 6CH Starfires Between The Sheet F. ArientiJ. CabreraCH Starfires Casanova J. CabreraF. ArientiCH Starfires Go Go Dancer J. CabreraF. ArientiCH Starfires Hello Its El Hottie J. CabreraF. ArientiCH Starfires Nasty Nathaniel A.RisterJ. CabreraF. ArientiCH Starfires Wicked Mary J. CabreraF. Arienti5. LINDA DECICCO 4CH Aphrodites Donmar Desperado L. DeCiccoCH Aphrodites Keepin The Faith L. DeCiccoCH Aphrodites Moonstruck L. DeCiccoCH Aphrodites Tiger Lily L. DeCicco5. JERRIE FREIA 4CH Janesas DonT Kiss And Tell J. FreiaCH Janesas For Lynns Sake J. FreiaCH Janesas Hip Hip Hurrah J. FreiaCH Janesas The Places YouL Go J. Freia5. CLARICE M. OGANEKU YVETTE H. OGANEKU 4CH Weewyns Black Gold C. OganekuY. OganekuCH Woodroses Peppermint Twist C. OganekuY. OganekuCH Woodroses Snickerdoodle C. OganekuY. OganekuCH Woodroses Uptown Girl C. OganekuY. Oganeku5. CELESTE SOLANO ROBERT SOLANO 4CH Cheyennes Jolly Dolly R. Solano D. SolanoC. SolanoCH Cr Spittin Image C. SolanoR. SolanoCH Cr Classic Creation D. SolanoC. SolanoR. SolanoCH Cr Classic Edition D. SolanoC. SolanononmemberAPCAwardsAPC AwardsAPC AwardsAPC AwardsAPC AwardsTop 10 - ExhibitorsTop 10 - ExhibitorsTop 10 - ExhibitorsTop 10 - ExhibitorsTop 10 - ExhibitorsKelly D. ReimschiisselTop Breeders and Exhibitors are awarded by the APC. All members names are noted. An denotes a tie. I apologize for the following mistakes published in the last issueTop Dams CH Monarcs Shady Lady owned by Shari ShieldsWoods Sweet Sensation produced CH Woods Rockin Robin, CH Woods Truly A Legend.Top Sires Due to a database error for the month of SeptemberCH Pufpride Sweet Dreams did not sire CH Chars Walkin N A Winnin Way, CH Four Sisters Loki Lord Of Mischief, ChLinetrees Whisteria Lane, CH Silver Meadows T.J.s Dancealot, but did sire CH Acmes Consider It Done, CH Finchs AllThe Right Moves, CH Jolvin Opaline Sweet As Sugar, CH Park Avenues Shorty Bang Bang.CH Jan-Shars N Sync did not sire CH Lanas AinT It Good To B Alive but did sire CH Jan-Shars You Ought 2 Be In Pictures.CHFinchs Nicely Packaged Deal did not sire CH Clan Lasslyn Cut Above but did sire CH Chars Amazing Grace.CH Jan-Shars Dudly Doright did not sire CH Mountain Crest Fridays Special but did sire CH Aint It Good To Be Alive.CH Paughprints On The MTN Crest did not sire CH Horizon Mayan Sundown, CH Showcase Just Rewards but did sire CHGone With The Wind, CH Mountain Crest Fridays Special.January 1, 2005 through December 31, 20052006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1123 PM73rm i i i in4O'rcCDi4 4474 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWby Barbara McClatcheyPerformance NEWS AND VIEWSTHE SPECIALTYThis was the first year for the APC National Specialty to hold a Rally Trial, and it almost didnt happen, or at least not in theway it was planned. The club had invited Pat Krause, former head of Companion Events at the AKC, the godmother of AKCRally, and an APC member, to judge both Rally and Obedience. Rally was scheduled for 800 on Tuesday morning, Obedienceafter Best of Breed on Wednesday afternoon.Notice that I said, was scheduled. As Robert Burns wrote, The best-laid plans of mice and men gang aft agley. Theagley part occurred when a late winter storm hit Wisconsin at the time when Pats plane was scheduled to take off onMonday afternoon. The show committeeJanice Russell, Wendy Donnelly, and Cindy Boulwarespent part of their Mondaylooking for a possible replacement judge for Obedience and Rally, and the exhibitors who had already arrived spent their timepraying Prayer works Pat was able to get a flight out at 500 AM on Tuesday, the club moved Rally to Tuesday evening,when there was actually not any serious conflict, and the show went on. We appreciate Pat Krauses dedication which requiredher not only to get up early in order to catch the flight, but to endure a long layover along the way.The Rally course was one that Pat said she had used recently in Hawaii. Why does no-one ever ask me to judge in HawaiiUnfortunately, I dont have a copy of the course to write about. Remember that it is not required that the judge hand outcopies, just post one. But it flowed nicely, and was easily changed from one level to the next.RALLY RESULTSExcellent B 1st Janesas Tiffany Is an Angel UD RAE NA NAJ, owned by Barbara McClatchey 2nd Second Chance OliverTwist CDX RE, owned by Barbara McClatchey.Advanced B 1st Sassy Girl Sheffield UD RN, owned by Lisa Sheffield 2nd Second Chance Oliver Twist CDX RE, owned byBarbara McClatchey 3rd Princess Wiggles von Snif Snif RN, owned by Lisa Sheffield.Novice B 1st Ballykin Commando Cody CDX, owned by Paulette Zecca 2nd Lil Cherob BCNU at Courbette CD NAP, ownedby Victoria Leitner 3rd Tiny Tim Pendleton UD, owned by Wendy Janet Donnelly 4th Gidgets Cinnamon Prince UDX,owned by Mike and Carolyn Smith.Novice A 1st Exotic Prides Special Man, owned by Karen Wilson 2nd Wilsons Hilltop Tippie Toes, owned by Karen andBeaufort Wilson.OBEDIENCE RESULTS Regular ClassesNovice A 1st Exotic Prides Special Man, owned by Karen Wilson.Novice B 1st CH Paughprint Endless Tradition CD, owned by Paulette Zecca 2nd Tommyhawk CD RN, owned by WendyDonnelly.Open B 1st Gidgets Cinnamon Prince UDX, owned by Mike and Carolyn Smith 2nd Sassy Girl Sheffield UD RN, owned byLisa Sheffield.Utility B 1st Gidgets Cinnamon Prince UDX, owned by Mike and Carolyn Smith.High in Trial and High Combined Score in Open B and UtilityGidgets Cinnamon Prince UDX, owned by Mike and Carolyn Smith, with 184.5 in Open B and 190.5 in Utility B.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1123 PM74i i i in4r nli^amm7 l MX1i Iiir ii' v V.LIii4 4L J4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 75Performance ContinuedOBEDIENCE RESULTS Non-Regular ClassesVeterans 1st Janesas Tiffany Is an Angel UD RAE NA NAJ, owned by Barbara McClatchey 2nd Mil-Pines Merry MelodyCD, owned by Margery Sturm 3rd Ballykin Commando Cody CDX, owned by Paulette Zecca Ballykin Commando CodyCDX, owned by Paulette Zecca 4th Tommyhawk CD RN, owned by Wendy Donnelly.Brace 1st Princess Wiggles von Snif Snif RN and Sassy Girl Sheffield UD RN, owned by Lisa Sheffield.A WELL-BALANCED DOG HAS A TITLE ON BOTH ENDSOne of the Specialty winners is a multi-titled dog, for sure. IntAMCan CH U-CH U-CD Paughprint Endless Tradition CDCan CD is also known as Tyler. His owner, Paulette Zecca, says that Tylers start in obedience competition was delayed ashe spent his first five years obtaining his AKC, CKC, UKC, and Int. Championships, followed by two years of campaigning inthe Specials class. Because of my busy work schedule which leaves me limited time to do the intensive training I would like,it takes a little longer to have him ready for the obedience ring. Last year he did obtain his AKC, CKC, and UKC CDs withscores ranging from the high 190s during the hot summer months to the middle 190s. Our greatest moment came lastOctober when he tied for High in Trial for his 3rd U-CD leg with a score of 198.5. Unfortunately he lost the run-off to a moreexperienced Open B dog.Though Tyler loves to train and is always excited when the training leash comes out, he is still a true Pomeranian andsometimes thinks he should be doing the exercises to his liking. We do have a few discussions along the way, but the endresult is always a happy camper at both ends of the leash. He is almost ready for Open, and I have started Utility in hopes ofreaching that elusive goal of CH, UD.It sounds like a laudable ambition, Paulette, and well be cheering you and Tyler on as you now accumulate those multipleCDXs and UDsPROOFINGWe would all like to show under ideal conditions. What is your idea of the perfect show site Indoors, climate-controlled,silent, no movement outside the ring, nothing to distract your dogs attention from you That would be wonderful, but howmany times do you actually get it Im as bad as anyone else at making excuses, My dog would have been all right if ithadnt been for . . . .The Obedience Regulations say that the purpose of obedience trials is to recognize dogs that have been trained to behave inthe home, in public places and in the presence of other dogs in a manner that will reflect credit on the sport of obedience at alltimes and under all conditions. How many public places are there, I wonder, that fit our ideal conditions So we need tothink of things that could happen in the ring and train for those. Or we might even think of things that happen in publicplaces and train our dogs to reflect credit under those conditions, knowing that if they can handle that, they can handleanything.Some of the anythings I have heard of or seen include the time a child leaned over the ring gate and dropped a toy in frontof my Taffy during the Open Group Sit. Incredibly, he didnt move a muscle, according to the judge, who wished he couldaward bonus points. The first time I attended an APC Specialty in a hotel, we had ropes for the ring. Now I was new to thesport and neither I nor my dog had seen or trained for this, despite now being in Utility. Behind the rope were people sittingin chairs and holdingwhat elsePomeranians. My heart was in my mouth when I sent Anjing on the go-out for theDirected Jumping exercise. She did a perfect go-out, without even a pole to give her direction. I relaxed, and gave the signalfor the jump. She ran in the right direction, hopped over the metal strip that normally guides a sliding door in the hotelballroom, and came into front position. She did that twice, quite confident that she had jumped the jump, which was actuallya little bit further to the side than she managed to make it to Other things in trials include birds flying down into the ringat my clubs last Rally trial, there was some joking about the death wish of a bird that kept getting directly in front of abewildered Dalmation, kids dropping popcorn into the ring, a large group of retarded children come to see the show who satdirectly behind the dogs on stays, etc. Remember the old dog show adage, Train, dont complain. So how do we train, orproof, for these thingsPLACES Good places to do some training include nursing homes askthey would probably love to see you, parks watchto be sure there are no loose big dogs, near a school, banks, and businesses. One bank where I dont even have an accountloves me to train there they have a long strip of carpet where I can do signals, and I watch for a customer who looksinterested to get the scent articles put out for me. Try to do at least some training in both indoor and outdoor locations.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1123 PM75i i i in4r4 4L J476 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWPerformance ContinuedSURFACES If you always train on matting, try grass, asphalt sometimes tennis courts are available, dirt, or carpet. Yourattempt to find different places and surfaces may also turn up some other distractions, such as interested children and adults,wandering cats, and fluttering butterflies. My first instructor said that as she was heeling her Papillion once, she looked downand discovered a grasshopper in his mouth, evidently caught without budging from Heel My own dogs are notorious forpicking up tissues without my even seeing it happen.SOUNDS Ive heard of Stays being done when suddenly a train thunders past behind the dogs. Or a frequent happening aloudspeaker suddenly blares out, usually with that horrible screeching sound they make. So train at a strip mall, where shoppingcarts, and car doors, motorcycles and trucks provide sudden loud noise. I once bought a tape maybe Id better go look for it as Itrain Oliver for Utility of sound effects. Set something like that going as you practice your heeling or your Drop on Recallyour dog cant help but be inured to strange noises if hes used to training while a lion roars in the back ground.ODORS If you have a Pomeranian that has a nose like a Bloodhound, you may need to provide some odors to be ignored. Ifyour boy and even girl is disturbed by bitchy smells, find someone with a bitch in season, and get hold of the pad. Wiped onthe surface where you are going to be heeling your dog, it will provide the distraction you need. For odors in general, you couldget hold of wild animal smells, which are sold in bottles at sporting goods stores and at Wal-Mart.But, you say, well never be encountering deer urine at a trial First of all, you cant be absolutely certain about that. Butadditionally, any similar distraction will prepare your dog for other distractions. If he learns to work while shopping carts arepushed past him, a noisy dolly outside the ring will be less bothersome. In my Puppy Kindergarten classes we have a costumenight, not for the dogs, but for the people. Everyone dresses up in an unusual manner. Kids may come in Halloween getup, butadults find something out of the waya motorcycle helmet, a large, floppy, noisy plastic raincoat, etc. Just a small amount ofsuch exposure can inure the dogs against nervousness when later they see a stranger in clothes they are not accustomed to. Andwhen you have proofed against all of these things, youll get your dog into the next section of this column TITLES, WE GOT TITLESAMERICAN KENNEL CLUBUtility Dog ExcellentGidgets Cinnamon Prince UDX, 121705, Mike Carolyn SmithRally NoviceChaundis Tribble Minot CD RN OA AXJ, 12006, Teresa ConnorsFoxy Sable RN, 12006, Jennifer Ann ClarkRally AdvancedMystic Mtn Moonlight Jasmine CD RA, 12305, Paul Deborah CantwellNovice AgilityParis Da Bomb Pom Francine NA NAJ, 12305, Rhonda HamlettRavens Chain Reaction NA NAJ, 121005, Kerry Lowrey, ILPNovice Agility PreferredPoolside Au Naturel OA NAP OAJ NJP, 12906, Susan MajorNovice Agility JumperFinchs Whirling Dervish CD RN NAJ, 121005, Paula KerezsiPark Aves Lyn Large in Charge NAJ, 123105, Saranan TandbergSundowns Regina Elizabeth NAJ NJP, 121505, Janice George SmithNovice Agility Jumper PreferredFoxfire Jack CDX AX MXJ NJP, 12806, Gail DonaldsonPoolside Au Naturel OA NAP OAJ NJP, 12906, Susan MajorOpen Agility JumperCastaway ST. Elmos Fire OA OAJ, 121005, Julie Vanoni, ILPParis Da Bomb Pom Francine NA OAJ, 12906, Rhonda HamlettOpen Agility Jumper PreferredLonestars Lady Foxy Roxy NAP OJP, 11606, Kylo Murray-GannMaster Agility ExcellentBebe Luc Doyon CD MX MXJ, 121605, Guylaine Doyon, ILPMaster Agility Champion 3MACH3 Sargeant Ceasar, 11406, Frances FleckDogs now eligible for the APC Hall of Fame, a Historical Award.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1124 PM76i i i in4r n4 4-3sKVVvL J4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 77Dogs now eligible for the APC Gold Club, a Historical Award.To read about the requirements for these Historical Awards and how to submit your dog, go to www.americanpomeranianclub.org .American Pomeranian Club members are listed in bold print ILP dogs are usually Rescues. Only APC members for at least one year areeligible for Annual Awards Top Obedience Pom, Top Agility Pom, etc., and the relevant information must be submitted by the APC member.If you are a member, and I do not show it, I apologize the last membership list I have is from 2003. All Poms are eligible for the HistoricalAwards, but they must be applied for by the owner.Congratulations to all who train, show, and title their Poms in Obedience and AgilityDont forget to send your own News and Views to Barbara McClatchey, 57 Poplar Court, Lake Jackson, TX 77566. Or call me at 979-2977383. Or e-mail me Rescuesecondchancepoms.org Why not join our e-group Brags and advice available at ActivePomeraniansubscribeyahoogroups.com2006MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1124 PM77i i i in4rMr\\ ia m 'T-Hiiil rV 1...-4 4i,1,y4V 1i ,',V jIIL J478 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWPhotos by Sally Baugniet, Moonlight MagicPhotography, Brenda Segelken, Karen Chisam,David and Connie Zieba, Carolyn Brandenberg andThomas Photography.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1124 PM78I I I I I i i i in4T2KnALjE'4 i45M, a , 'I\ . S.oj'Wi, 5 m dm33t I[[3 -ESS4 4j'MvJrBit_\ Ai14is\\ rjMCtEwiL a - i H4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 79Photos by Sally Baugniet, Moonlight MagicPhotography, Brenda Segelken, Karen Chisam, Davidand Connie Zieba, Carolyn Brandenberg and ThomasPhotography.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1124 PM79i i i in471LIPSI K4r ^mmi.. V_.K'l4jr-"t I"I4 4Is5w irrmr tL44 IAUiSl''3 jvX4J.X \\LJii.b.1 a\ii-i il EllvV111 it45mtwrj AFr\ lVT , " nH f -VfT' . ir4tni . F.jV. 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THIS COMPACT LITTLE 4 LB DOG IS WELL UP ON LEG WITHFANTASTIC CARRIAGE AND SIDE GAIT. HE EXUDES TYPE AND ATTITUDE, THE TWO ATTRIBUTES THATPERFECTLY DESCRIBE THE POMERANIAN. DIAMOND IS AVAILABLE AT STUD BY PRIVATE TREATY. CH. HEARTLANDS TOP NOTCH TRADITION CH. PAUGHPRINTS ON THE MTN CREST ROM MOUNTN CREST MISS HOLLYWOOD CH. MOUNTAIN CREST JJ CH. PAUGHPRINTS ON THE MTN CREST ROM CH. MOUNTAIN CREST SUMMER BREEZE GLEN IRIS LISTEN TO ME CH. JERIBETH PRINCE VENDREDI CH. NGUYEN,CORY LOVERBOY OF GQ ROM RADIANT RUBY OMANOR HILL CH. BACHMANS PRECIOUS JEWEL TOYRIFIC DION DIABLO CH. BACHMANS LADY LEXUS BACHMANS QUEEN ANNEAM. CAN CH. BACHMANS PRECIOUS DIAMOND2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1125 PM814v \ Igmlad__.-fw4 4Vt ' 'Lt, i r'i4i i i i n82 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWWell its that time again when all dog people travel to Birmingham and the NEC for the biggest dog show inthe world, Crufts, with over 20,000 dogs and stalls in the hundreds.This year I was to steward for the first time at Crufts. I had been given the Pomeranians to steward for withanother steward Mr. E. Dale, who was a great help with everything.Mrs. Penny Rolison was the judge, whose kennel name is Emadale. Penny had two well-known championsin the 1980s, Home Brew and Special Brew.I thought I would get a close up look at all the Poms while I was in the ring.How could I be so wrong There was so much paper work I only had glimpses of the 167 dogs entered.Also, the navigation of the five large halls for lunch and collection of rosettes, etc. is another story.Best Of Breed was a beautiful orange male in very good coat and moved so well. The Pom was bred in theUSA by Diane Finch and now lives in Denmark.Crufts 2006 ResultsBirmingham, EnglandSaturday March 11, 2006Judge - Mrs P A RolisonBy Jackie WalshGroup 1, BOB DCCBEST DOGDKS CH FINCHS OVATIONS FOR MEOwner MISS V JACOBSENBreeder Diane FinchBEST BITCHCH BRYANDEE CARNIVAL QUEEN JW ShCMOwner MR MRS G A CROSSLEYRESERVE BEST DOGCH TOYBOX GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY JW SHCMOwner Breeder MISS E SMAILRESERVE BEST BITCHIR CHCH BELLIVER LATEST CREATIONOwner Breeder MESSRS S J CARROLL NEWMANBEST PUPPY MIDAWN THE TERMINATOROwner Breeder Mrs. J. ChinnVETERAN - Dog1st ALTINAS ZEUS AT ESSANELLE MRS L VGODDERIDGEVETERAN - Bitch1st CARBERRY CARAMEL TOFFEE MISS C MMCDOWALLRes BILIJEES CANDY FLOSS MISS P ALLUMVHC CH QUEEN OF SPADES AT DONNELS MRS H EADAMSON2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1125 PM82I I I I I i i i in4'VV,-"V onK 'T A. jW'44VV. 0'e^rsStepM --0^ TT^fticLA'VVS oKVrch"J45N^0MONGOLIAun MM 0oia Ji tfe5^Wx5^K Kfa^WyarsK 4 ^vJjK\ CK^4,vto. I7 1 NA1Benghazi, c H A D ^f MEDITEAlf.1 LIBYAN .. . ANGO^Wir^WWn.'GE ^4,, \Benguelb .7-VfkSao4 4f 'Vp HJ\w' Iw'JfcUbr2c Citv Vv Ke,LTAc.nVr^44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 83Mommie Mommie Did I do goodHam owned by Kathy NoremHey, Judge Look I will dance for a ribbonIll do anything for attention, says Danie owned by Lisa GoodmanJudge, Doesnt MY Pom win a ribbonWhat do you mean, you dont see a Pom2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1125 PM83I I I I I i i i in_44n , nf5i JL, \ \A , a' f7 s mF4. rcg 2'4 V\kxM4cvl-A14cir4fs yiT4 4- 4V1nn9WJf r \-V rM'i iI00c 1, AlatI f-, IJ04coj i rai4 4fu\v V 'VT 4444c w- \ 4 4 444 4 4 484 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWJuniorJiveHi My name is Alexis Okamura. I am thirteen years old and attend7th grade at Maryknoll School. My dog show partner is ChimurnPomdragon Freespirit, also known as Spirit. If you asked me whatmy favorite colors were, I would say light blue and brown.I started showing Spirit when I was 11 years old. My first show wasthe Puppy Match. I won in my class and won second in the BestJunior Handler competition. My first dog show trainer was DavidHoota, and I am now being trained by Harvey Yamashita.I bought Spirit from my dog breeder, Faith Chinen. She told me thatI should consider showing Spirit. So I got interested and my parentsdid too My dog breeder also said that there was a ring for juniorshowing from the ages of 11 to 18. So since they are both at the sameplace I could do both. When I first went to my first Puppy Match andwon in my class, my dog breeder, Faith, was so happy and proud.I live in Honolulu, Hawaii and attend a private Catholic School. Atschool I have many friends who I love and they love me. I enjoymaking my friends laugh and just having fun. My friends and I like toplay volleyball and try to compete against each other. I also am inband and play the oboe. My family members are my Dad who is aforeman at the newspaper agency and my Mom is a loan manager forone of the biggest banks in Honolulu. The other family member is ourdog, Spirit.When I get old enough to get a job I would like to be a realtor because I get to meet many people and see many different houses,from the biggest house to the smallest house. I could not forget about dogs. I would want to have a kennel of Pomeranians andmaybe one different breed in my kennel too. My goal with having a kennel of Pomeranians is to have at least 3 or morechampions. Its a big dream, but if I work hard and study hard, I might just get a little lucky.I have never bred or whelped litters but would love to try without hurting the mother dog or the puppies. If my parents actuallylet me breed my dog, then possibly I could whelp a litter during my summer vacation. I could always assist my dog breeder.The hardest part of dog showing is getting my homework done before the show. As I go up in grade levels, there will be morehomework so that makes it hard. However, when I go to dog shows, I get to see many types of dogs and if I win I get to see bothmy parents and dog breeder very happy. Even if I dont win, my parents and my dog breeder support me all the way. I think thatis the best part of the dog show.Honolulu, HawaiiAlexis OkamuraAlexis Okamura and Spirit2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1125 PM84I I I I I i i i in444 4'41vyScBEST JUNIOR 1I HKC DOG SHOW V,t4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 85I only have one dog and he is my favorite dog Chimurn Pomdragon Freespirit also known as Spirit. He has lived with mefor 2-12 years and so far he has been bundles of joy. He helped me win three best Junior Handler awards, so I owe him one.During my free time, I love to draw. I mainly draw cartoons and dogs. I have been drawing since pre-kindergarten and haveprogressed through the years. My parents and friends have critiqued me on how to get better and what looks good.Aloha.Artwork by Alexis Alexis in the ring at the Hawaiian Kennel Club show.Sunshine RosesandSunshine and Roses are published free of charge. Contact Donna Machniak Phone 517 546-7446 or Email Rich_DonnaMhotmail.com.All APC members addresses are published in the APC roster if you would like to send cards.Sympathy goes to Muriel on the loss of her mom, who was 88.It was great to hear Bob Fiddicks surgery in March went well. Best wishes to Juanita with ongoing health issues.We are saddened to receive the news APC member, Terese Reeder, TJ Poms, Antelope, California is failing inhealth and has moved into a health care facility.Best wishes to Roxanne Collins for a complete recovery from her shoulder surgery and ongoing health issues.Norma Creider recently reported Dudley Roach, former Pomeranian Review editor and APC member, passedaway in 2004.Al Williamson passed away in October, 2005. Al was an APC Member and held many offices through the years.Happy 93 rd Birthday, April 2, Ruth Beam, Great Elms Poms, and many happy returnsSpeedy recovery to everyone ill during this cold and flu season.Best wishes for a complete recovery to Wayne Segelken, adult son of PR Editor Brenda Segelken, who recentlyunderwent two major hip surgeries.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1125 PM854__iuZwcV1 4- ^4c u '4 44i i i i n iini^H86 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWSubmitted by Jennifer Munn2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1126 PM86i i i in4Puppy Evaluation ChartAgeNamePomeranian StandardSize, Proportion, Substance1. Weighing 4 to 6 poundsRating 1 -52. Medium Boned3. Point ot shoulder to point ot buttocks is slightly shorter than from the highest Point of the withers to the ground4. Distance from brisket to the ground is half the height at the withers5. Length of legs are in proportion to a well balanced frameHead1. Short straight muzzle with well pronounced stop2. Closed skull3. Small high mounted ears4. Dark, almond shaped, medium size eye5. Pigment on nose and eye rims is black4 46. Scissor BiteNeck, Topline, Body1. Short neck set well into the shoulders2. Short back with level topline3. Head carried high4. Body well ribbed with brisket reaching the elbow5. Plumed tail lying straight flat on the backTemperament1. Extroverted2. Exhibits intelligenceForequarterst. Sufficient layback of shoulders to carry neck head high2. Length of shoulder blade upper arm are equal3. Forelegs are straight and parallel to each other4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 872006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1126 PM87i i i in44. Height from forelegs to withers equals height from ground to elbow5. Pasterns are straight and strong6. Feet compact turn neither in nor out7. Well up on toeHindquarters1. Angulation of hindquarters and forequarters are well balanced2. Buttocks well behind the tail set3. Stifles moderately bent and well defined4. Hocks perpendicular to the ground5. Legs straight and parallel to each other6. Feet compact and turn neither in nor out7. Up on toeGait1. Good reach in forequarters2. Strong drive with hindquarters4 43. Front rear legs move in line on the same side4. Front rear legs thrown neither in nor out5. Legs converge slightly inward to center under body for balance6. Topline and balance are maintained during movement7. Animation in gait8. Gait is smooth, balanced, and vigorousCoat1. Soft and dense undercoat2. Harsh textured outer coat3. Guard hairs stand off4. Ruff or frill is present5. Tail is sufficiently coated6. Overall body coat is sufficientComments488 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWHealth GeneticsMAXIMIZING CONCEPTION RATERobert Van Hutchison, DVMINTRODUCTION Since 1981 when the American Kennel Club recognized littersconceived from frozen semen, and subsequently, litters producedfrom fresh-chilled semen, veterinarians are being asked morefrequently to assist clients with maximizing bitch conceptionrates. One of the great rewards in veterinary medicine is thefeeling of gratification when successful conception in the bitch isachieved.OVULATION IN THE BITCH The bitch is unique when compared to other domestic animals.The ova are ovulated in a progesterone bath as opposed to theestrogen environment of other species. The uterus is not easilyaccessible due to the cervix Figure 1 being difficult to reach,small in diameter, and irregularly shaped pointing caudal ventralinto the vagina and cranial-dorsal into the uterus. The bitch ovulates an immature egg that requires a furthermeiotic division before fertilization can occur. All this processtakes place in an estrous cycle averaging 21 days, of which thefertile period is approximately 72 hours. Ovulation timing in the bitch has been attempted using manymethods including 1. Physiological signs 2. Estrogen monitoring 3. Luteinizing hormonal spike 4. Progesterone rise Physiological signs. Flagging, softness of the vulva, andcolor of discharge historically have been used to determine theproper time to successfully breed a bitch. The fact that freshsemen lasts for a number of days in the bitch allows for roughguesses of ovulation to be successful in achieving conception.Multiple breedings also cover a wide range of time, makingconception likely. The recent popularity of fresh-cooled extended semen, frozensemen, and limited availability of desired males has made a morespecific method of ovulation timing mandatory Figure 2.Animal Clinic Northview, Inc., North Ridgeville, OhioRobert VanHutchison, DVMReprinted with permission.Figure 1. Iodine contrast material outlining the lumen of thecanine cervix.Geneva Coats2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1126 PM88I I I I I i i i in44ii witjiil'il I.h'.1 Vi1 u 4 4L 1r4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 89 Estrogen monitoring. The use of estrogen for anticipating theovulatory timing of the bitch is not reliable. The most frequentlyused method of estrogen monitoring has been through the use ofvaginal smearing. By taking a cotton swab and sampling the cellslining the vaginal tract, one can gauge the development of theovarian follicles. As the estrogen level rises, the vaginal wall thickens. As theserial samples are taken, one compares the cellular hydra-tion,cytoplasmicnuclei ratio, and the staining of the chromaticmaterial. As the estrogen level continues to rise, the vaginal wallwill reach a 2530 cell thickness. The cells dehydrate and becomecornified. The dehydration of the vaginal epithelial cells does not,however, reach a peak but rather stays in a greater than 80cornified state for a period of 610 days. This does not equatewith ovulation timing or indicate that ovulation has actuallyoccurred. Many other methods of estrogen timing in the bitchhave been tested, but due to the uniqueness of the bitchsovulatory process, estrogen is not an acceptable nor a consistentmethod of timing the bitchs breeding pattern Figure 3. Luteinizing hormone LH spike. Luteinizing hormone fromthe pituitary gland triggers the release of the ova from thefollicles. The release of the LH occurs for a 12- to 24-hour period.Urinary testing for LH was unsuccessful due to the necessity ofcollecting the first morning urine from the bitch and the fact thatthe LH is metabolized into different fractions, some weredetectable in the urine by commercial testing, while otherfractions were not. Serum testing for LH has been used successfully to anticipatethe release of the ova. An initial rise of progesterone from theovarian follicle triggers the pituitary to release the LH. The shortduration of the LH in the bloodstream requires daily testing,which can be both time consuming and expensive for the client,as well as uncomfort-able for the patient. Luteinizing hormone isspecies specific and levels cannot be confirmed by sending theserum to an outside lab. No laboratory in the United States iscurrently running canine LH on a commercial basis. Progesterone rise. The release of progesterone from theovary and its subsequent rise to an average of 2 to 3 ng signalsLH release from the pituitary gland and denotes the start of theovulatory process. The rise of progesterone to greater than 5 ng 5to 8 ng indicates that ovulation has occurred. Once the ovulationday has been confirmed, insemination timing can be planneddepending on the anticipated life of the semen being used. The bitch needs to be tested every 4872 hours to anticipatethe prime breeding time. Progesterone rises and continues to stayelevated for approximately two months in the bitch, whether ornot she is pregnant. The normal time interval between LH release and ovulation is48 hours. Cortisol release needs to be a concern when doingprogesterone testing as stressed bitches may have a delayed periodbetween a rise of 23 ng and the time that the progesterone risesgreater than 5 ng. Some bitches under stress have been shown tonot ovulate even after a rise of progesterone above 2 ng. It isessential, when using progesterone testing, to confirm that thebitch has risen above 5 ng and has indeed ovulated. Reported problems have made the in-clinic use of progesteroneElisa tests of questionable value. Hopefully these problems can becorrected and these valuable tests can be returned to theveterinary laboratory.METHODS OF BREEDINGNatural Breeding. If the male is proven, local, and available, anatural breeding is the preferred method. Progesterone testing isstill necessary to confirm that the breeding corresponds with theovulation.Vaginal Artificial Insemination If timing is correct, but anatural breeding is not possible nor desired, a vaginalinsemination will enable the semen to be deposited at the externalcervical opening. This method can also be applicable when anatural breeding can be a risk for disease, injury to the dogs, oran inconvenience to the owner. The drawback to a vaginal insemination is that the semen isdeposited in the vagina and must be properly positioned for it tobe drawn into the uterus so that the sperm cells can swim to thefallopian tubes around the ovaries where conception occurs. When proper timing of the estrous cycle is performed andproper semen handling and delivery is accomplished, conceptionrates should rival those of natural breedings. Delivery techniqueproblems, such as improper placement of the insemination rod,improper semen placement, or semen damaged due tomishandling, unfortunately have convinced many dog breedersand veterinarians that artificial inseminations should be only usedas a last ditch measure. The bitch is positioned with her rear elevated either manuallyor on a breeding ramp Figure 4. Care should be taken to avoidpressure on the bitchs abdomen. The semen is drawn from theFigure 2. Variations in spermatozoa life necessitatingovulation timing in the bitch.Figure 3. Vaginal smear showing lack of estrogen stimulationseen in diestrus.SPERM SURVIVAL TIMES2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1126 PM89I I I I I i i i in45 FreshCooledaFrozen14 41 ' l. 490 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWcollection tube through an insemination rod of proper length toreach the cervical opening. It is important that the semen bedeposited at the entrance to the cervix so that the semen can bedrawn into the uterus. With gloved hands, the veterinarian gentlyinserts the insemination rod through the lips of the vulva at anupward 45-degree angle. The rod is gently passed over the pubisand along the dorsal median fold until it is parallel with thelumbar spine and localized in the area of the cervix. If resistanceis encountered, the rod should be gently twisted or withdrawn ashort distance, then advanced again. When the insemination rod is properly positioned Figure 5,the semen should be gently inseminated. The syringe is thenremoved from the rod. It is not necessary to push large amountsof air into the rod, or normal to get semen back flow if the rod isproperly positioned and the bitch is in the proper stage of estrous.Excessive air bubbling through the semen is detrimental to thefragile plasma membrane of the head of the spermatozoa.The bitch is then feathered digitally for one minute the rear ofthe bitch is maintained in an elevated position for a few minutesto allow gravitational feeding of semen to the anterior vagina.The bitch owner is instructed to confine the bitch or restrict heractivity for one to two hours post insemination.INTRAUTERINE DEPOSITION OF SEMEN A technique for surgical insemination in the bitch was firstdescribed in 1974. The intrauterine deposition was initially usedto increase poor conception rates in the use of canine frozensemen. Since that time, deposition of semen into the uterus hasbecome a routine technique used in numerous situationsencountered in canine reproductive medicine, resulting indramatically improved conception rates. Situations where this canbe helpful include the following Frozen semen. Due to the lack of spermatozoa energy, bufferchemical makeup, or cervical resistance, the conception ratesfrom cryo-preserved canine semen have been historically lowwhen used with a vaginal insemination. Deposition into theuterine lumen has resulted in conception rates equal to those fromnatural breeding. Fresh cooled extended semen. Shipping semen rather thanshipping the bitch has become common. Due to shipment timeand spermatozoa energy depletion, numerous clients have chosenintra-uterine semen insemination for their bitches, in hopes ofincreasing conception rates. Bitches with suspected uterine or ovarian disease. Theability to assess uterine and ovarian health at breeding time isadvantageous to clinicians presented with bitches with histories ofreproductive failure. This can be accomplished doing a surgicalinsemination. Giant and toy breeds. Individuals on the extreme ends ofsize historically have been recognized for conception difficulties.The ability to overcome anatomical barriers and inseminatedirectly into the uterus has increased litter numbers and relievedclient frustration. Males with lowered or compromised spermatazoa numbers.Little work has been done in the canine to definitively definemininium semen parameters necessary for conception. By directlydepositing the semen into the uterus and bypassing the cervix andvaginal vault, conception can be achieved with lesser spermnumbers and lesser overall semen quality.ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION METHODS Introducing the semen into the uterus can be accomplishedusing two different methods. 1.Trancervical insemination TCI. This tech-nique entailsthe use of a cysto-urethroscope using fiberoptics to visualize theexternal opening of the cervix. A flexible catheter is manueveredthrough the external cervical opening and subsequently into theuterus Figure 6. The TCI requires no anesthesia and minimal restrictions forthe bitch. This technique allows the semen to be deposited intothe uterus, but does not allow visualization of the uterine liningby the veterinarian. This technique is most useful withcompromised semen life, but a suspected normal uterus in thebitch. It has been shown that the technique is not useful forendometrial biopsy. 2. Surgical intrauterine deposition of semen. A pre-surgicalevaluation is performed on the bitch. Anesthetic inductionconsists of coning smaller individuals with gas anesthesia eg,isoflurane, sevethane. Larger bitches may require an injection ofa standard, short-acting anesthetic eg, propofol to achieverelaxation for intubation and maintenance with gas anesthesia. The bitch is prepared in the same manner as a bitchundergoing an ovariohysterectomy. The ventral abdomen isFigure 4. Bitch positioning on breeding ramp for a vaginalinsemination.Figure 5. Vaginal insemination with the artificial inseminationrod properly positioned.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1126 PM90I I I I I i i i in44 4ia 9Ji4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 91clipped and the bitch is placed in the surgical theater in dorsalrecumbency. Prepping of the surgical site is done in a routinemanner. The abdomen is draped in preparation for the surgery. A 4 to 6 cm incision is made mid-way between the pubis andthe umbilicus. The incision is made in the skin, subcutaneous fat,and through the linea alba. The uterus is identified and elevatedto the surface through the incision. The uterus is draped with asaline-moistened laparotomy pad as the semen is prepared for theinjection procedure. A volume of semen, varying between 4 mL and 5 mL isprepared for insemination. If the volume is greater than 4 mL, thesemen should be centrifuged for 5 minutes. The supernatant isdecanted and disposed. The semen pellet is gently re-suspendedwith the remaining supernate or with a semen extender. The semen to be injected is gently drawn into a 6 mL syringethrough an insemination rod. The rod is removed and a 22-gauge,34-inch needle is attached to the syringe Figure 7. The surgeon inserts the needle into the lumen of the uterinebody at a 45-degree angle with the bevel of the needle up. Thesemen is slowly injected into the uterus. The semen should floweasily with obvious distention of the uterine horns. If the injectioncannot be achieved or is difficult, the needle should berepositioned. Saline-moistened gauze is held over the injection site after theneedle is withdrawn. After one minute, the gauze is removed andthe uterus is replaced into the abdomen. Closure of the fasciamuscle, subcutaneous tissue, and skin is the routine procedure. The bitchs rear is elevated as she recovers from theanesthesia. The intrauterine pressure during the surgicaldeposition of the semen may cause mild back flow through thecervix into the vaginal cavity this appears to be of no concern. Ifthe surgeon has doubt as to the semen being placed in the uterinelumen, a post-operative vaginal smear will confirm spermatazoa,if the technique has been performed properly.Robert Van Hutchison DVMDr. Hutchison received his DVM in 1972 from the Ohio State UniversityCollege of Veterinary Medicine. He is currently co-director of the AnimalClinic Northview, Inc., a 10-doctor practice located in North Ridgeville,Ohio. Dr. Hutchison is internationally recognized for work with caninefrozen semen and canine reproduction. He is an off-quarter advisor at sixveterinary colleges for students interested in small animaltheriogenology. Dr. Hutchison has authored numerous articles on caninereproduction in various breed journals and magazines, has appeared ontelevision, and has lectured internationally on reproduction, whelping,pediatrics, and caninefeline infertility.SUGGESTED READINGAnderson K. Artificial insemination and storage of canine semen.In Morrow DA, ed. Current Therapy In Theriogenology. 2nd Ed.Philadelphia, PA W.B. Saunders, 1980 861-665.Burke TJ. Small Animal Reproduction and Infertility. Philadelphia, PALea and Feibiger, 1986 209-217.Concannon PW, Whaley S, Lein A, Wissler, R. Canine gestation lengthvariation related to time of mating and fertile life of sperm. Am J VetRes 1983 441819-1821.Concannon PW, Battista M. Canine semen freezing and artificialinsemination. In Kirk, ed. Current Veterinary Therapy, Small AnimalPractice, Vol. X. Philadelphia, PA W.B. Saunders, 1989 1247-1259.Gill HP, Kaufman CF, Foote RH, et al. Artificial insemination of beaglebitches with freshly collected, liquid stored and frozen semen. Am J VetRes 1970 311807.Figure 6. Bitch being inseminated transcervically withfrozen semen.Figure 7. Semen being deposited surgically into the uterinehorn. Animal Clinic Northview, Inc. area, North Ridgeville, Ohio2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1127 PM91I I I I I i i i in4V c'L.m i1 Jns afTisam\zJ4 4JM'ym_ A HHUbfiSfi 4.'492 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWPom Club of Central IndianaStedman and Oprah were twoBlack Poms abandoned at the PerryCounty Shelter in Cannelton, IN. Theyclearly had led lives of continuousbreeding in a puppy mill. They bothwere in such horrific condition initiallythe rescuers could not determine thesexes. The feces was so embedded intothe coats that identifying them wasimpossible. The manager of the sheltercalled the day they came in and asked ifwe could start to make arrangements totake them into our Pomeranian rescue.After bathing, grooming, spayand neutering, Heartworm checks andvaccinations, they were set to find aforever loving home.We had one applicant, in her late80s who had been waiting patiently for asmall female dog. She had determinedexactly what she wanted and her daughter,Karen, was assisting in the search, sinceshe had computer access. I tried to reiteratewhat good pets male Poms could beand suggested she should consider a blackmale Pom, Stedman on a trial basis.Stedman had the qualities we were lookingfor, just not the female plumbingSubmitted byJoanne NorrisPCCI Rescue ChairpersonAfter muchthought it wasagreed that shewould TRYStedman...Photos arebefore and afterphotos, and a notefrom the daughter,about just howwonderfullyStedman and Momare doing and whata perfect loveconnection it isBoth were lonelyand searching, they now have oneanother to look forward to each day.We have many happy tales andtails, helping lost abandoned rescuedPoms find a Fur Ever home throughour rescue efforts. Think of rescue whenyou cannot assist a good home prospectin finding an affordable pet, or if you arecontacted about fostering overnight orhelping in a short transport.Karen writes Just a note to let youknow that Stedman is doing wonderful.He has a new hair do he has a lionhair cut. He sure is a blessing for Mom.Everyone can see such a change inMom. She is so happy now, and she hassomeone that needs her and someone tolove. Mom has taught Stedman somuch. He can now sit and shake hands.He also paddy cakes and knows theword noStedman is a riot to be around. Stedmanwont let Mom rest in the mornings untilshe opens the curtains so he can seeout Mom cant leave a room withoutStedman on her heels. He watches herevery move Mom left one time to go tothe store with my sister. Mom putStedman in her bedroom where hesleeps at night and when she got home,everything was just fine. Stedman ofcourse was jumping happy to seeher But he was an absolute good boyWe have him on his heartwormpreventative and the vet said he is in A1good health. Mom can hardly stand itwhen I take Stedman to get groomedbecause he is gone for quite a while. Idont know who is the happiest when Ireturn him to Mom Stedman or MomKeep in touch when you can. I will tryto get a few more pictures of Stedmanand Mom. Hopefully the weather willchange soon, and I will be able to takesome of him outside in his wonderfulhuge backyard.Thinking of you, KarenMom and StedmanRescue2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1127 PM92I I I I I i i i in4s jfcPomeranian Club of Central Indiana'-u 7.14 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 93We accepted two older Poms,PopCorn and Peanut from a familywhose mother had to go into a nursinghome. The female Pom is hard ofhearing, while the male weighted in at27 pounds Both needed vaccinationsand to be neuteredspayed. We were ableto place them together in a wonderfulhome. The family now has 4 dogs.Below is the email from the new familyKathleen writes The kids madeit through the second day. They allhave new nicknames and we love havingthem. Peanut is Little Bit and Popcornis Tug. They are settling in nicely.My Reggie and Tug, Popcorn,went tooth to tooth, but in the end Tugwon. I guess its a male thing. They areall friends now. They play and sleeptogether.Little Bit, Peanut, sleeps inthe laundry basket, unless she is onsomeones lap. Little Bit, Peanut islike a little princess, so delicate andloving. She talks with her eyes andhead.Tug, Popcorn is verbal. If hewants up he barks. If he wants down hebarks. He finally managed to jump offthe couch, after about four tries ofstarting and then sitting down, startingand than sitting down, over and overagain. If you have food, he barks hewants some, but he is not getting anytable food, he is just too fat.Little Bit, Peanut and TugPopcorn sleep in the same room.Little bit likes the laundry basket Tuglikes the big rug on the floor. Duringthe day Tug sleeps under the kitchenA Rescue Story UpdateJust thought Id give you an update onBaby BearHes doing fine. He and Lady Bug aregreat together. They are even sleepingtogether alreadyWe did take him back to our vet onFriday afternoon, he just didnt seem tobe getting any better and he looked alittle infected and was bleeding a little.The vet has put him on some medicationand put a collar on him so he cant lickat himself. The poor little guy Thecollar is just the right size or should Isay WRONG size that when poor Beartries to lick himself he catches hiswound on the edge of the collar and thenit opens it up again. So, I had toimprovise a little bit. I bought a furrysteering wheel cover to put on the edgesof that collar so it wouldnt break hiswound open. He looks a littleridiculous, but its working and thebleeding has nearly stopped now.He seems to be doing a bit better today.Hes definitely got a little more life inhim and hes eating much better. Thewound is looking ten times better thisafternoon than it did yesterday. It willtake some time but we will get him asgood as new as soon as possibleI attached a picture of him so you couldsee the collar and fuzzy cover on it.Lord, people must think Im nuts, but Ifelt so bad for him I had to dosomethingtable, or by the front door. He will layon the couch if we put him up there. Ifyou call him he will come for love andto be held on your lap. So far he keepsto himself unless Little Bit whines.Now, Tug, Popcorn, is sittingabout ten feet from the back doorbarking to come in. He thinks we aregoing to go out and get him. I told him,When you come to the door, you cancome in. He is too funny.I love these dogs. My husbandfirst wanted new puppies. I said whyThese are already trained, and need tobe loved. I am so glad we rescued thesePoms.Thank you again. These Pombabies will be forever loved as part ofour familyAbove PeanutBelow Left Baby Bear Right Popcorn2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1127 PM93I I I I I i i i in4Ji immPllSciTv '" '-r^ xaV^vfevk.' 4 4,if. 1-V- .MMmLvHr. fi If' . NVt-' V BWiiKS\7 . 7,'1T_ \ f vM JV..JIXkI 9 ,,\1tlfrvmi494 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWWays Waysandand Means MeansAmericanPomeranianClub, Inc.Walda GreenChairpersonAMERICAN POMERANIAN CLUBSPECIALTY LOGO ART CONTESTI would like to thank all our artists for theirentries in this contest. With thirteen totalentries, we had a wonderful array of talenteach presenting our lovely Pomeraniansin varying and creative venues.A panel of four judges had the task ofrating our entries and choosing from themthe top four whose creative art wouldrepresent the APC Specialty art for thenext four years.Our number one artist whose work willbe used by the Club in 2007 was JeanneMcNally from Belfast, ME.The next artist picked was AudreyRoberts, Alvin, Texas for the year 2008,with Brenda Segelken, Effingham, Illinoischosen for the year 2009, and Mary KellySmith, California, representing 2010.Audrey Roberts won the AmericanPomeranian Club PEOPLES CHOICEAWARD. Anyone attending the Specialtycould vote his or her choice for this award.I would like to thank our other artists fortheir entries. Their entries will be usedFOR SALEHand crafted, solid wood Pomeranian itemstrophy overs for sale. Limited supply.5 x 5 Box Candle holders Candle included14.00 eachPaper Towel holders 10.00 eachLeash holders 10.00 eachMake checks payable to APC.Price does not include shipping.Contact Juanita Fiddick32581 130th StCedar Falls, IA 50613Phone 319-989-2199by the APC Ways and Means in itscontinued fundraising efforts.Lindsey Kamrath, Rolling Hills Estates,CaliforniaDeborah Bohnert, St.Louis, MissouriElizabeth Kueker, Mt.Vernon, IllinoisKarley Segelken, Elkville, IllinoisCameron Segelken, Elkville, IllinoisAndrea Trujillo, Aurora, ColoradoOur top four artists will be featured in anupcoming issue of the PomeranianReview.Thanks to all, Donna RiehmThanks to all who participated in the CPTQuilt raffle. Ann Berryman2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1127 PM94I I I I I i i i in4iii7\ 'Ia4rFT.-'4 4itIHgQL-TETT'ARTARTVDr^IIV^m4,D6SCM H0A4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 95Alvis Clarence Williamson entered eternal reston Oct. 31, 2005. He was 88 and is survived by his wifeof 59 years Dorothy Heichelbech Williamson, one son,Asa Williamson and wife Sheila all of Pineville, LA, twodaughters, Carol Williamson of Houston, TX andCamelia Soprano and husband Robert of Franklin, LA,one sister, Juanita Felice of Houston, TX, and twograndchildren, Tim Williamson and Danny Williamson.A.C. Williamson or Al as we all knew him wasretired from Construction Coordinator for CLECOCentral Louisiana Electric Coop for over 30 years.He had been a pilot in WWII and a flight instructor atwhat is now the Airforce Academy. He was a commercialpilot for United Airlines. He was an appliance repairmanfor Sears and on his own. He was an AKC judge and alife member in the American Pomeranian Club where heserved in several offices, on the board and as Treasurerfor many years.Al bred many champion Pomeranians. The mostnoteworthy was CH. Chloes April Doll. She was 3 12pounds of joy and energy Al was devoted to April andshe to him. The love they had for each other was evidentto all who watched Pom judging. Al didnt need a leadon her shed follow him anywhere and do it right at hisside. She would pause once in awhile to grab a bite ofhis pants leg. She was so adorable and fun to watch inthe ring that she is actually the reason for several peoplegetting into Pomeranians.APC MemorialAlvis Clarence WilliamsonOctober 31, 2005Al also bred CH.Cenlas Annie Laurie OFriday. Al was often overheard calling her April instead of Anniewhich told me how much he loved her. With Al on the other end of the lead Annie won the breed at APC SummerNationals from the open class over many lovely specials. Al was rumored to have cried but later said it was just dustin his eyes.Al was also seen on the end of the lead of many Brussels Griffons champions and he dabbled in Papillons.Actually it was Dorothy a retired nurse who was the Griffy breeder but Al loved them too. When visiting Al andDorothy youd sit on the sheet covered couch and were promptly assaulted by HotLips the Grif who well fit her name.The Papillon wanted her fair share of affection and any and all who came along from Poms to a couch back loungingLong coat Chihuahua or two. Their home had definitely gone to the dogs. But in a good way I remember an oldPom girl who was 18 and blind and had little hair left who stayed in her crate almost 247. Her only outings werewhen their son Asa arrived and shed chase him through the house and then go back to her cage. I so enjoyed my visitsto their home.Al and Dorothy were my very first dog show friends. They remained lifelong friends. I will miss Al terribly.We traveled many miles all across the country showing dogs together and shared many stories like a few harrowingmemories of flying commercial airliners, and hurricane blackouts working for the electric company, to all our dogshow dreams. Al is truly missed in my heart and Im sure in the hearts of all who knew this very lovely, meticulous,and kind man.By Audrey Roberts2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1127 PM95I I I I I i i i in4XfJj44 4l96 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWITS SHOW TIME Now that your Pom is all trained and entered in a trial, and the day of judgement has arrived, let us seewhat awaits as you step into the ring.BE AWARE A Novice A exhibitor is one who has never attained an obedience title on any dog. Before the classstarts, there will be what is called a walk-thru. The judge will take you through the ring procedure, tellyou the heeling pattern, remind you of what you should or should not be doing while in the ring, and willanswer any questions you might have. You will also have a chance to go into the ring, without your dog,and walk the pattern yourself, and get the feel of the ring. Big thing to remember is that everyone else inyour class is a beginner and is just as nervous as you are. As for the rest of the classes, the judge must tell or show the first exhibitor the heeling pattern before theclass starts. Whats the big deal of knowing the heeling pattern you ask No matter if you are first or last in,you are probably very nervous, and concentrating on your dog, and its kind of nice to know where you aregoing, where you will change pace, make a turn or halt. If you are first in and the judge fails to provide youwith this information, you have every right to ask for the pattern. If you are in later, it is your responsibilityto know what it is. Its the same as knowing what the gaiting pattern is in the conformation ring. So watchthe dog before you and make sure you do not have to waste time to ask the judge to repeat the pattern. Every dog MUST ENTER and EXIT the ring ON LEASH. AKC RULE If you dont, notonly might you be reprimanded, but may lose points. In the Novice classes the dog may be guided gently bythe collar between exercises. No other physical guidance is permitted. In the Open and Utility classes youare NOT permitted to touch the collar or physically guide your dog at all between exercises. The aboveactions will result in a penalty. Any forms of misbehavior, excessive corrections, abuse, lack of control, aggressiveness, fouling by adog in the ring, picking up a dog in the ring, and all other forms of bad ring etiquette will be subject to apenalty, disqualification, or being excused, according to the seriousness of the action. Thats why its soimportant to READ THE BOOKJUDGING SCHEDULE As in Conformation, you will receive your schedule prior to the show. As in breed, this can be somewhatconfusing for the beginner. All classes starting before 1200 pm will have the start time listed in theschedule. Classes starting at 1200 noon or afterwards will be listed to follow and MUST be judged inthat order and in the listed ring. If the whole trial starts after 1200 noon, only the starting time will appearin the schedule. The schedule will be based on the judging of no more that 9 Novice dogs, 8 Open dogs,and 7 Utility dogs per hour. Plus a 45 minute or 1 hour lunch break will be allowed. For example, lets sayyou are entered in Novice A and the judging schedule states your class will follow Open B which starts at800 am. There are 35 Open B dogs entered. So you can figure based on the judging of 8 Open dogs perhour that the judge should finish around 1200. For Novice or Open classes, you must also add in theOBEDIENCEAN ALMOST LOST VENUE - PART 3By Marian Lazzara2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1128 PM96I I I I I i i i in44 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 97group exercises which is a 1 minute sit and 3 minute down for Novice and a 3 minute sit and 5 minutedown for Open. Any absentees will delete from the judging time. Add to that, time allowed for dogslining up and entering and exiting the ring plus time for recording the scores in the judges bookafterwards. Also, run-offs, and handing out awards at the end of the class. If the judge takes a lunchbreak, thats an added 45 minutes to an hour. Also, some judges are faster or slower than the norm. Canget pretty tricky to figure at times. The good thing is, unlike conformation, even though dogs must bejudged in catalogue order, most judges will allow a dog to go in out of sequence if need be. So, if youare late, got lost, couldnt find the ring, etc as long as your class is still going on you will be able to show.But, remember.....once your number is passed, a judge does NOT have to agree to judge you out ofcatalogue order. Things do happen, but it is your responsibility to be at ringside on time. The best thingto do is figure out when you think you should be there, and get there an hour earlier. As a judge oncetold me, you could be the last dog in the ring and everyone before you could be absent. So, better to besafe than sorry. Also, if you are entered in both conformation and obedience and find out you will be inboth rings at the same time, the polite thing to do is to approach the obedience judge BEFORE yourclass BEGINS, with your problem. You can easily go out of line in obedience, but not in conformation.HERE COME THE JUDGE. When judging, a judge must carry a mental picture of a theoretically perfect performance and mustjudge each dog against this standard in accordance with the AKC rules theres that BOOK again foreach particular exercise. However, as with conformation judging, a perfect performance becomes assubjective as a dog most conformed to the Breed Standard in the eye of a conformation judge. Whereasboth are in accordance with AKC regulations, both can become quite different when interpreted by twodifferent judges. A perfect performance is 200 points. All dogs walking into the ring start with this score and anymistakes are deducted as half or full points or as minor or substantial deductions. A minor deduction isone-half to 2 points, and a substantial deduction is 3 to 5 points. Failure to perform the sole purpose ofan exercise results in a non qualifying score or NQ. For example, for the recall exercise, the principlefeatures of this exercise are that the dog stay where left by the handler until called by command and willrespond promptly to the handlers command or signal to come. Failure to stay where put, or failure tocome on the first command will result in a non qualifying score. Also, a dog may also receive a nonqualifying score if he receive less than the 50 of the total points allotted for an exercise, or less than atotal score of 170 or better. For example, for a heeling exercise which is 40 points, a dog may lose notmore that 20 points in order to receive a qualifying score. The principle part of this exercise is the abilityof the dog and handler to work as a team. Failure of the dog to stay with the handler, failure to heel atall, running away, or a handler who consistently adapts his pace to aid his dog in achieving a team likeperformance are some examples of non qualifying heeling. A team that ends up with a total score of 172and loses 3 points due to misbehavior will end up with a NQ because his total score then becomes 169which falls below the 170 qualifying score. Any dog that urinates or defecates in the ring will receive anon qualifying score. There are many more circumstances for NQing or losing points. Thats why youshould READ THE BOOK. Now that you understand somewhat of the scoring system and the dos and donts of the obediencering, keep on training, reread your AKC rule book I swear that book will haunt you til you die, andnext issue we will go into the ring and go through an entire performance and see where points are lost orgained. It was soooooo wonderful to see such a nice entry of Poms in both Rally and Obedience at ourNational. Keep up the good work and lets see if we can double that amount next year.2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1128 PM97I I I I I i i i in44 4498 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWADVERTISING RATESFull Page Color 275.00Full Page Black White 100.00Half Page Color 150.00Half Page Black White 60.00Fourth Page 40.00All ads include one photo.SUBSCRIPTION RATESUSPS First Class 45USPS Bulk 37Foreign 100Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico 55Single Issue 10For more information contact217 347-5731fame62401yahoo.comKENNELVisitsCharlotte MeyerChars PomsContact Kennel Visit Coordinator andAdvertising Manager, Jessie Klein, to suggestor nominate candidates for upcoming APCKennel Visits. 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The Pomeranian ReviewAdvertisersAdams, Reed..............................................36Arienti, Fabian............................Front Cover, 16Barrett, Deborah.....................................102Behrend, Joan..........................................18, 100Beland, Colleen...............................................29Blanchet, Paulette.................110, Inside Back CoverBlocker, Angela............................................80Bolahood, Catherine..............................100Cabrera, Tony..................................Front Cover, 16Carlson, Alice.................................................103Cartwright, Ron and Sherry..........................27, 102Chaney, Kay....................................................36Coats, Geneva................................................36, 52Coventry, Dana...................................103, 108, 109Creed, Charlotte.........................................4, 5Dague, Roger and Pat..........................................101Dally, Joe and Janette.................................100Davis, Annette and Erik..............................101DeCicco, Linda.............................................12Falk, Jennifer...............................................99Felix, Dan and Tammee....................................18Finch, Diane..............................................2, 80, 103Freia, Jerrie..................................................103Garvey, Gail........................................................6Golden, Cindy.........................................99Green, Walda..........................................100Griffith, Ken and Eleanor.................................11Harris, Bonnie................................................101Heimbach, Brenda.........................................80Huntsberger, Karen.............................................9Hryniuk, Jen.................................................15Iffland, Mari...............................................101Jessen, Catherine..........................................100Johnson, Sandra..............................................99Kaneshiro, Joan..........................................13Levinsohn, Alane....................................8, 100Livezey, Teresa....................................................103Machniak, Donna.................................103, 108, 109Matsuoka, Amy..............................................13McComb, Babe.............................................19McDonald, Cheri................................30, 81, 100McNally, Jeanne..............................................21Meineke, Laura..........................................107Merrigan, Allan and Heidi..................................106Meyer, Charlotte...........................................7, 107Molina, Elizabeth...........................................9Norem, Kathryn...................................................3Norris, Joanne.................................................107Onosko, Cindy................................................17Pelz, Linda.......................................99, Back CoverPrice, Lana..................................................20Reimschiissel, Kelly.............................................99Rister, Annette....................................................4, 5Roberts, Audrey.....................101, 110, Inside Back CoverRogers, Sherrilynn...........................................19Rosenbaum, Mary...............................................101Sabourin, Becky.................................................27Segelken, Brenda..........................110, Inside Back CoverShields, Shari.....................................................100Ron and Merilyn Smith....................................8Solis, David and Jessica..........................................2Stachurski, Jan.....................................................10Takayama, Ellen.....................................................29Valles, Mary.....................................................7, 107Waugh, Elaine....................................................99Waters, Gregg and Charlene...............................103Wells, Mike and Liz............................99, Back CoverWhite, Teresa.....................................................99Wibowo, Wahyuni................................................30Wilson, Tom.....................................................99Zech, Tom and Diane....................................................1032006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1250 AM104I I I I I i i i in4C7'W4 44APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 105 WANTED Unique and candid Pom photos are welcome. Its Just Fur Fun.JustFURFunFURFunJustO sole mio These prizes are so nice, I will sing for oneCome on, now Keep up with meDont even think of sitting hereJust practicing... smile at the Judge, smile atthe JudgeFun photos from Kentucky2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1251 AM1054 T- 4 4ifn m. if 4 ClCl 44 af. V0tQJ'if if.if- Q if.I'if fft mf f -5T'ifrIn4 iff4 4.4t4 ftf 4c i3f9f J \ ik f Vf 4 feyicyt f- ififif.ifif \ 4 t clif.if4-3ifif 9 ff f- ' .MgS[M Kg\_ I3 ^ f rf M5^ f- It Ik.0 ^4i4 4' 4if' 49 ififif4i i i i n106 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW ColorDEADLINE JUNE 1ColorJuly AugustJuly AugustPomeranian Review2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1252 AM106I I I I I i i i in o. c1m sWe would like to thank Judge Sue Goddard for placing Onyx 3rd in 9-12 puppy sweepstakes at the APC Nationals.tIf ff M We would also like to congratulate Ron Merilyn Smith Deronda Derrik Sharp on their kennel visit.SWEEPSTAKES , f3RD PLACE 9 To 12 91puppyLast, but not least, we would like to thank and congratulate our good friend and mentor Kay ChaneyFROM KAYRA FOR HER SAGE ADVICE AND HER KENNEL VISIT.1 NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYIW,Magical Meadows Poms Moonlight Magic PhotographyHeidi Alan Merriganwww.moonlightmagicphoto.com 909-338-9862illjI,liminA4-, 41aWef"'i.iif wu 2R mm,yzwfjxLv2PiiMS5r.mt,\\ L i 1 f CP 2 rf 1.WWuJf0 pQiiAPC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 107Chelsea VallesandChars I Believe In MagicBest Junior HandlerAPC 2006 National SpecialtyMom and Char sendCongratulations toChelseaon this fabulous win.We are so proud of you.You did a great job trainingand showing Charlie.Chars Pomeranianswww.charspoms.com906-466-9048Marvalles Pomeranianswww.marvallespoms.com432-523-5262Trevor is a 4 14 lb cream sable with great bone and awonderful correct full harsh coat. His correct conformationincludes a perfect scissors bite and a beautiful almond eye,with big black pigment, tiny and high set ears, he standswell up on toe, his lay back and short back matched with hisextremely high tail set complement his outstanding reachand drive movement. Many judges complimented his frontand rear legs being correct representation of the breedsstandard and his alluring and unique color. Trevor onlyentered the show ring a total of 7 times, in those 7 days hefinished his Championship with 4 majorsMrs. Sari T.Brewster 4pt Mjr,Mr. Alan Harper 5pt Mjrwith a pom entryof 52-Trevor went WD and BOW, Mr George Heitzman-3ptMjr and Mrs Loraine Boutwell a 3pt Mjr to finish, all winswere from the Bred By Exhibitor Class. Trevor is a provensire and is available to approved bitches. Stud Service250.00 My heartfelt thanks to Trevors sires owner, my dearfriend and biggest supporter Joanne Norris of Joayne Pomsin North Manchester, IN. Trevors sire Mischief is alsoavailable to approved bitches.BreederOwnerLaura MeinekePanache Poms - Cincinnati OhioPlease call or email 513.271.3983 Laura1104netzero.comLaura MeinekePomeranians with Panache..and Chihuahuas too CH Panches Tresor Trove OJoayne TREVORSire CH Starfires Bit O Mischief org sblDam CH Cascade Lacueva Panaches Tinker crm sbl2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1252 AM107I I I I I i i i innm \'rJ'tz ' I p. -\ jr rsyc CJar I -vIBEST1JUNIORHANDLER i FM ft6H 13 14NATIONAL SPECIALTYTHOMAS PHOTOGRAPHYthomasphoto30hotmail.coni1 'I 1rriIf,, .n4Ir-7ai.. f9 .F"1-.h2 "rIa-3ifF42S5vv\\108 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEWLouisville, KyThe Pomeranian National Specialty What a thrill What a weekDarlings, Im exhausted Busy, busy, busy So lets talk... Nowhere else onthe planet can you see so many gorgeous creatures Not at the Oscars, theEmmys or well, we wont mention other breeds, will we, loves And thecrop of puppies It makes my eyes misty to think that soon theyll be in theclasses and then, for many of them, the Breed RingAnd big congratulations and hugs and kisses to all the winners,and especially to Ch. Starfires Josefina is Nasty for her Big Win To youfrom the ZsaZsa Josefina, GIRLS RULEI want to thank everyone who so generously purchased a ZsaZsaIts Time to Get Involved Watch Your purchase will directly support researchto stamp out the unsightly condition known as Alopecia X. By the way,Black Skin Disease and Alopecia X are two different animals...just like thecommon cold, there are several different manifestations of this burden onour beloved Breed If youd like to order a watch, they are 45 - 25 foractual cost and shipping, and 20 goes directly to the Pom Charitable Trust,earmarked for Alopecia research. I know its vulgar to talk about money,dearies, but I simply must I cant send the watches to you for free, now canI Please make your checks payable to the Pomeranian Charitable Trust,and mail them, along with your shipping address to my secretary Ms. DanaCoventry, 1185 Banbury Circle, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. Some of youhave met her - kind of reminds you of Miss Hathaway, doesnt sheI hope you didnt miss the costume class, judged by none otherthan your faithful reporter with the charming assistance of Carolyn Crockett.For those who couldnt make it, I judged IN THE BUFF with just one tinyfeather boaI dont want to miss a single opportunity to call attention to myfavorite cause Raising money for the Pomeranian Charitable Trust AlopeciaX Research Fund. I thought by going in my Lady Godiva costume, you couldsee the real need for pinpointing a cause, or a genetic marker, or a cure forAlopecia. Also, you know, its actually quite liberating to prance around inthe all-together - but of course, many of you dears know that And thecostumes were wonderful - birthday cakes, doctors, and other colorful entrantsTheres more The APC, under the capable and hardworkingleadership of the vivacious Marge Kranzfelder now wouldnt SHE lookmarvy in a boa announced several exciting initiatives - revamping andupdating our Code of Ethics, our Award methodology, our Breeder referralsystem and also determining To Merle or Not to Merle. If you left theNationals without an assignment, heres one from me to you If you feelstrongly about these subjects, check the APC website for info on who tocontact with your views and ideas. Its your clubWell, loves, my secretary tells me Ive got to run to a photo shoot- youll hear from me soon, but in the meantime, writeZsaZsa, ZsaZsaPrincessaol.com2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1252 AM108I I I I I i i i in4tdhehwit'purchase the adjustablesa2m hJakliy4Z0.00 vl thepurchasep, will be debated tv theVneem9T^vMerahiah Charitable Trust tAlvpecia X Research Ftehd.f . uJUlAkw \u X AJWW r\rva\gWlkis MrVs mV-SAirI 1 kTHPTvWr- ii.\IKK W4 4I1brMXKt THt CHECK - _n THc poNttlOkNl^NOUT TO THt Kl0P^ONXL M2MS.DXNXCOVWM,8XNBUWHU-LS, m'pLtxstniu-v3 ,in,. vaRV1185BLOOMFIELD4830254-1The Pomeranian Charitable Trust is a registered C-4 non-profit organization. .00INCLUDES SHIPPING 8k HANDLINGQuestions Write ZsaZsaPrincessaol.com www.americanpomeranianclub.org4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 1092006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1252 AM109kkkIk1______ _ _____ ______________ SPECIAL EDmONThe Toy Tribunewww.greatnewstoday.com DeJay Poms Vol. 4GET INVOLVEDCharming Couple Heeds the Call4AZsaZsas "It's Time to Get Involved" watch and photo session They hung in there and outbid everyone else, taking a stand against the dreaded Alopecia X, and contributing very generously to the Pomeranian Charitable Trust Research Fund. Gloria and Jim are fairly new in Poms, and what a marvelous way to show their commitment to our delightful breed. I know you join me in wishing them great fun and success Hugs and love and kissesI also want to send heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in the bidding for the watch and photo shoot You're the tops, and I know who you are I m very grateful and can be very creative about showing my appreciationFor anyone who doesn't know about our work, look inside for my other column and more info on supporting research to find a cause and cure for Alopecia X. And when I ask you, "What time is it I want you to tell me "Its time to get involved"IImm4 \mmKByZsaZsa Louisville, KYWriting this column has many rewards a chance to publicize a cause dear to my and I hope your heart, exotic travel, adventure and great dining you DO know about the fabulous candy store here in Louisville, don't you No Write me for info But honestly, dearies, the biggest reward of all is meeting wonderful, caring Pom lovers Let me introduce you to two of the best, Gloria and Jim Marcelli. Looking stunning at the APC Awards Banquet, Gloria and Jim were the winners in the furious bidding forMsHs34Love to all, ZsaZsaZsaZsaPrincessaol.comThe ZsaZsa and her wonderful new friends, Gloria and Jim Marcelli of Trailside Poms.Dana Coventry PartnerOwnerDonna Machniak HandlerOwner Dejay Poms7V Dejay Poms J 248-258-9259NAND THEY CALL IT PUPPY LOVE517-546-7446LATEST IN LEADS Ml 48480 586-447-2001PORTFOLIO XXI, ST.CLAIR SHORESPOM Review Magazine, 8.5 x 11 4110 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4122006, 1252 AM110I I I I I i i i in4Red TexasPcm takes by stermThewW . riJSP 7 _iAhbcEL.L \4soijv aXf4AVBESTOF BREED OR VARIETY rI FAITH CITYKENNEL CLUB MARCH\2006 NUGENT PHOTO I i'-3k5 Thank v n. breeder Judoe Arlene TenkciLX.i^ _ BISA BISS - _CH Fame LoneHOF GC4APC POMERANIAN REVIEW - 1112006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1133 PM111I I I I I i i i in11 ii mBreeder judge leftArlene Benkot'L \ fktX' fl IFoith City KC, Wichilo Fulls TX rW cI All IBrazoria KC, Huusion TX 1iBarbara AldermanBrazoria KC, Huusion TXBEST OF BREED OR VARIETYI iran.4BRAZORIA KENNEL CLUB FEBRUARY1I Iff 2006 NUGENT PHOTOJ4[ ^ BreederOwner Brenda SegelkenI sIl If4 aV IIIIK, IrF Audrey Roberts ShyucresAkQ Co-Owner[] f A-isi^rxjaKpi5T8H f.LOr. Paulette Blanchel3, ih Vk i112 - APC POMERANIAN REVIEW2006 MAYJUNE REVIEW.p65 4102006, 1133 PM112JCH DreamWeaversvVm\3t^sa fCrIAmlnt CH DreamWeaver Sparklin Firecracker X CH DreamWeaver Sparklin Fire^znzratXon C'h'dPpijjXbn'AJS 41pmIk 3rAJDreamWeaver^ \Pomeranians Linda Pelz Michael and Liz Wells ^2A Congratulations to Kay Chaney and Reed Adams, Ron and Merilyn Smith, Derrik and Deronda Sharp on your Kennel Visits. PHOTOGRAPHY