WMDF 2013 Program p1-10 - Washington Metro Dachtoberfest

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Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD) and other back pain
The patent pending Lil Back Bracer is designed to help
keep your dog’s back supported when dealing with
Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD) and other back pain
Made from durable, breathable, antimicrobial material for
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Designed to alleviate the pressure on the spine and
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Incorporated “D” ring to attach a leash for walks
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Easy to use and care for
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Dear Fellow Doxie Lovers,
Welcome to the 2013 Washington Metro DachtoberFest, presented by and benefiting the
Washington Metro DachtoberFest Foundation (WMDF)!
I’m so excited to have the opportunity to personally welcome you to the e-ventplex, Home
of the Great Frederick Fair, for WMDF’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Our mission is to raise awareness and educate dachshund owners and potential owners with respect to
dachshund health, to raise money for rescue vetting and to provide support for ill
dachshunds whose owners cannot afford to pay for medical treatment. That is why our
logo is “supporting the dachshunds who own our hearts”.
Thank you all so much for your support! Every admission donation and event
participation fee paid will enable us to provide funding for extraordinary veterinary
expenses for rescue organizations and low-income families with dachshunds in medical
need.
I would also like to take this moment to thank my resourceful board and our incredible
volunteers, as it is only with their help that today is possible.
Please take full advantage of our wonderful vendors, enjoy our educational veterinary
forums and cheer on your favorite dachshunds (or dachshund wannabes!) in the
Dachshund Strut, the Woofminster dog show, and the Dachshund Dash! And, most
importantly, celebrate the dogs that own your hearts!!
Sincerely yours,
Mary Zahn
Mary Zahn, President, WMDF
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THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE DACHSHUNDs WHO OWN OUR HEARTS
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Dachshund Delights
Black and Tan Sponsor Level
Doody Calls
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PETMYWIENER.COM T J.B. Seafood T SonaBank T All Friends Pet Care
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Center Street Publishing and Matt Ziselman,
Author of Hounded: The Lowdown On Life of Three Dachshunds
WASHINGTON METRO DACHTOBERFEST SCHEDULE*
*PLEASE NOTE: Races are limited to first 90 entries and Woofminster Dog show is
limited to first 60 entries. Please register early at the Foundation’s Table with the purple table cover located in the VENDOR’S BUILDING. There are entry fees for
certain events, as noted below. Please be respectful of judges and event directors
involved in all events. Poor sports may be asked to leave the event.
9:00
Registration and Welcome
Buy raffle tickets through-out the day. You do not need to be present to win most baskets. Please look at
basket description to see if you need to be present at the drawing. The Raffle is presented by CALM
FREDERICK, Community Mediation and Conflict Resolution Center. All raffle proceeds go to the Washington
Metro DachtoberFest Foundation to help the dachshunds who own our hearts. Drawing will be at 3:00.
9:40
Blessing of the Animals
10:00
Dachshund Strut and Costume Contest
Sponsored by DOODY CALLS.
Let your dachshund strut his or her stuff! Five of our sponsors will judge and select the top costumes in each
category and from those winners, the audience will select the most unique and creative outfit by awarding the
Best Costume! Categories include Best Human/Dog Combination; Best Multiple Dog Theme; Funniest;
Scariest; Most Creative; and Most Beautiful. Entry Fee for Costume Contest: included with admission
donation.
11:00
Book Reading, Q&A and Signing
Sponsored by CENTER STREET PUBLISHING.
HOUNDED: The Lowdown on Life from Three Dachshunds, a Memoir.
Best Selling Author: Matt Ziselman.
11:20
Announcement of Winners of Costume Contest
11:30
VETERINARY FORUM I
Sponsored by L’IL BACK BRACER.
Signs Symptoms and Medical Treatment for IVDD
Presented by H. Steven Steinberg, VMD, VCA Veterinary Referral Associates of Gaithersburg, MD
Knowing what to look for and responding in a timely manner are critical elements in the recovery of a
dachshund with IVDD. Be aware of the signs, symptoms and medical protocols used to treat dachshunds
afflicted with this illness.
12:15
Woofminster Dogshow
Sponsored by NAUTICON IMAGING SERVICES.
Ever think that your beautiful doxie would be great in a dog show? Well, here is your chance! Enjoy a brief
lesson in showing your dog and walk the red carpet. This is your dog’s day! No experience needed - it's a fun
show where you will learn a little and laugh a lot. The judge won't be looking at conformation; she will be
looking at the dog’s spirit, personality and "give it to me” attitude. All dogs are welcome, be they rescues, cart dogs or even your dachshund wannabe! Six classes to include females, males, puppies (under 12 months),
seniors (over 10 years), cart dogs and dachshund wannabes. Owners will decide which class to enter. The 1st
place winners of each class will return for a best in show, which the audience will choose! Prizes will be
awarded and every dog will have its day! Entry Fee: $1.00.
1:15
VETERINARY FORUM II
Sponsored by L’IL BACK BRACER.
The Role of Physical Therapy in Recovery of the IVDD Dachshund
Presented by Ms. Robin Price, CCRP, VCA Veterinary Referral Associates of Gaithersburg, MD
Physical rehabilitation is a non-invasive approach used to help dachshunds regain their full functional
potential. Therapeutic exercise, massage, passive range of motion, stretching, thermotherapy, acupuncture,
electrical stimulation, laser, ultrasound, and aquatic therapy are utilized to achieve this goal in a safe and
efficient manner. This is a key component in the recovery program for any IVDD animal. Listen and learn about
all the benefits this form of treatment holds for your pet.
2:00
VETERINARY FORUM III
Sponsored by L’IL BACK BRACER.
Understanding and recognizing your dachshund’s fear
Presented by Jeni Grant, Train Your Best Friend, LLC
Ever wonder why your dachshund barks? Can you recognize the signs of a fearful dachshund? Hear from Jeni
Grant, a positive reinforcement trainer and fearful dog specialist how to look for the important signs of fear to
make your relationship with your dachshund better.
2:45
Last Call for Raffle Tickets & Raffle Drawings
Sponsored by CALM FREDERICK, Community Mediation and Conflict Resolution Center.
Drawing will be promptly at 3:00 p.m. Remember to buy your raffle tickets by 2:45 pm.
3:15
Dachshund Dash
Sponsored by Dachshund Delights
There will be 6 divisions: Minis, Tweenies, Standards, Seniors, Roller Racers and Doxie Wannabes with 3
qualifying heats of 5 dogs each for each division. Each registered dog may only run in 1 qualifying heat and in
only 1 division. Only dachshund and dachshund mixes may race in the Minis, Tweenies, Standards, Seniors,
Roller Racer divisions. Each owner is responsible for deciding for which category to register his or her
dachshund. All other breeds may race in the Doxie Wannabe division. Winners of each individual qualifying
heat will advance to the championship round in each division. Winners of the Minis, Tweenies, Standards,
Seniors, and Roller Racers divisions will advance to the overall championship race to crown the Dachshund
Dash wiener champion! In the event of a tie in any of the races, a tie-breaker race will be held.
Entry Fee: $2.00.
4:30
DachtoberFest Ends at the conclusion of the wiener races
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE DACHSHUNDs WHO OWN OUR HEARTS
Dapple Sponsor Level
Dodgerslist T Long Dog Retreat Dachshund Rescue T Minnieville Animal Hospital
Birch Hill Dachshunds T Party On Face Painting T Mary Zahn
Larysa Kautz T Beth and Casey Simpkins
Pie bald raffle sponsors
Raffle presented by
CALM – Community Alternative Mediation of Frederick
L’il Back Bracer T Dachshund Delights T Pet My Wiener T Doody Calls T Sona Bank T Matt Ziselman T Long Dog Retreat Dachshund Rescue T
All Friends Pet Care T Hills Pets T Huggledogs T Just For Dogs T Pet-O-Bed T PetPlay T Naturvet T Nylabone T Oster Pro T Wicked Jezabel T
Roy R. Wilson T Wendy Duval of Dog Inspired Rag Gifts T Home Goods T Plough and Hearth T 360 Pet Supply T Alison Schwartz of All Pets
Considered T Joan Stanley T Texas Metal Works T North Carolina Gourd Gals T MJD Tile Design T Ginny Wise of Wise and Wickless, Scentsy T
Karen Kochersberger of 31 Gifts T Fuzzy Paws Barkery T Almost Home Dachshund Rescue T Ask Your Pet – Pet Communicator T Bella’s Fund for Doxies T Coast To Coast Dachshund Rescue T Doodlebug Quilts T My Favorite Things Art Studio T Drs. Foster and Smith T Old Mother
Hubbard Baking Company T Members of the Washington Metro DachtoberFest Foundation T Old Mill Veterinary Hospital T Dawn Richardson
of Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple and Longaberger T 3D Photo Crystals T Made From Within TParty On Face Painting T Greenbriar
Veterinary Hospital and Luxury Pet Resort T Jade Long T Yolanda McIntyre