GSDA Spring News letter - German Shepherd Dog Association of

THE
GERMAN
SHEPHERD DOG
NEWS
Spring 2015
Official Magazine of the German Shepherd Dog Association of Western Australia (GSDA of WA) Incorporated
Affiliated with the German Shepherd Dog Council of Australia (GSDCA)
Affiliated with DogsWest - the Canine Association of Western Australia (CAWA)
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From the Editor’s desk
I have been overdue MEGA TIME although time is in an ever decreasing supply at the best
of times—volunteers are ALWAYS needed and when we don’t get them it is the same old
same old story that a handful of people take up the slack and their time becomes almost
extinct. BUT it has been the sadness which has caused me to keep putting off finishing
this chore. This edition has been the one which I have struggled with the most in all the
years I have been editor. Take away the computer problems I had when the entire edition
disappeared during a routine update, take away the rushing around at the end of the association’s year and the impending Christmas activities and realise so many of our members
have farewelled loved ones in the past 3 months both human and canine and words don’t
seem to be able to fill that void. I have tried to lighten the mood with a number of funnies.
Back on track now and I will follow this up with a Summer edition which will be filled with
warning on the heat which will affect both us and our furry friends. Sadly the edition filled
with Christmas items seems to be lost forever.
Until tomorrow (probably when I finish the summer edition) Take care of yourselves and
your families and I trust you all enjoyed your Christmas & New Year
Margaret
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Oh Poo
Page 18
Mothering
Page 4
Hero
Page 16
Risky Business
Page 7 & 8
Registrar’s Report
Page 18/19
McGrath update
Page 9 & 10
Vales
Page 20
Roles of Committees
Page 5 & 6
Sponsors
Page 21/22/23
C & WA results
Page 13, 17, 24
Sponsors
Page 25/26/27
Trophy winners
Page 11
Peanut Butter warning
Page 28
Degenerative Myelopathy
Page 14
E.P.I.
Page 29 & 30
2016 calendar
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Could members please ensure they clean up
after their dogs—we have plenty of bags and
deposit bins around
Thank you
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Wanted: A HERO
A police officer from Pennsylvania has become an Internet hero after
a picture of him carrying an injured German Shepherd went viral.
Patrolman Nick Ague was making sure that the dog got back home
on Sunday after she fled from a vehicle that had been involved in a
crash, the South Londonderry Township Police wrote on Facebook.
When officers caught up with the German Shepherd, the dog was not
willing to walk.
"The dog was not moving because the skin on the pads of her feet
was hanging, presumably because of the distance she ran,"
Ague told ABCNews.com. "She ran two miles from the crash on hot
asphalt."
So Patrolman Ague carried the 75-pound dog, who he later learned
was called Mya, about 100 yards to her owner's car.
The photo, posted on Sunday, has since received more than 1,000
likes, nearly 6,000 shares, and more than 600 comments.
"Thank you so much for going above and beyond your duty!!" one
Facebook user wrote. "God bless you Officer Ague!!!"
The patrolman, who also owns a German Shepherd, told ABC that as
"a huge animal lover," he had no choice but to save Mya.
"Just putting myself in the owner's shoes, I would not want to be in
that situation," he said. "I tried to right any wrong and do what I
hoped someone would do for me.".
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Dear Members
For those who are new to the Association we would like to advise you that we
are sponsored by Mars Pet Foods and we have the opportunity to supply you
with your dog’s feeding requirements at a discounted price.
The savings you make on the purchase of 3 bags equals the price of an annual
membership. Well worth supporting us in rewarding our generous sponsors.
At Retail outlets these bags would cost you between $116 and $126 per bag
We have available for purchase
ADVANCE
20kgs
Active
$95.00
20kgs
Chicken
$95.00
20kgs
Large Puppy Growth
$95.00
Note these are usually only sold in 15kgs at retailers
ADVANCE
17kgs
Turkey and Rice
$85.00
Food is available at Headquarters when training is taking place.
Further enquiries to John Crace on
Mobile: 0417 493 110 or Email: crace.john@gmail.com
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Congratulations to the owners and breeders of the below mentioned animals successfully presented to the GSDCA Hip & Elbow
Scheme:
NAME OF DOG
OWNER
SIRE & DAM
JENTOL GINAS KATCHEN
JE Boekelman
SABARANBURG LIQUID FIRE
Lubbock & Squires
S: *Tracalex Bracken (Imp UK)
D: *Jentol Glams Inafield Ofdreams
S: *Orrinshir Elton John
D: *Bruvic Kontiki
ANIMALS SUCCESSFULLY BREED SURVEYED IN AUGUST/OCT/NOVEMBER 2015
*ADASHAD STICKY WICKET
*ADASHAD THRUTO THE KEEPER
Sire: *Fredo vom Hause Kampenhuber (Imp Aut)
Dam: *Vallejo Leones Spirit Of thelaw
Owner/s – SR & Mrs M Adams
Sire: *Fredo vom Hause Kampenhuber (Imp Aut)
Dam: *Vallejo Leones Spirit Of thelaw
Owner/s – E & Mrs F Ramsden
*ALDERHAUS PEPES MADE IN OZ
*ALDERHAUS PIXIES EMILEE
Sire: *Pepe von der Zenteiche (Imp Deu)
Dam: *Alderhaus Queen Pixie Vegas
Owner/s – Miss PI Alder
Sire: *Pepe von der Zenteiche (Imp Deu)
Dam: *Alderhaus Queen Pixie Vegas
Owner/s – Miss PI Alder
*JOANCHELL PRISKA (IID HUN)
Sire: *Dux von der Glockenheide
Dam: *Bonita van Contra
Owner/s – JW & Mrs AE Mitchell
*GIOTTO di FOSSOMBRONE (IMP ITA)
Sire: *Vegas du Haut Mansard
Dam: *Melita di Fossombrone
Owner/s – Mrs SL Woollard
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*GRANDWEST UTARA (LSC)
*GRANDWEST VANILLA
Sire: *Bruno vom Wallensener Hof (Imp Deu)
Dam: *Grandwest Layla
Owner/s – DR & Mrs CM Willis
Sire: *Bluemax Tiger Town
Dam: *Grandwest Zena
Owner/s – K Leeder & C & M Willis
*GRANDWEST WIZKID
*SEIGEN PEGGYS CHARLEE
Sire: *Ch Arkon vom Altenberger Land (Imp Deu)
Dam: *Grandwest Rhianna Rose
Owner/s – DR & DM Willis
Sire: *Siobahn Apollo
Dam: *Seigen Peggy
Owner/s – S & Mrs T Gumpert
*SHAYGAR FALCON
*SHAYGAR FALLON
Sire: *Schaeferhund Rafael
Dam: *Shaygar Jaxonique
Owner/s – Mrs JAK Smith
Sire: *Schaeferhund Rafael
Dam: *Shaygar Jaxonique
Owner/s – Mrs JAK Smith
FAILURE TO PRESENT A PHOTOGRAPH
Iccara Vanity – Mailata/Woollard
LaShadas Fish In Ewok – C & Mrs B Warner
LaShadas Nasi Goreng – R & S Hosking
Seigen Oh What a Feeling – D & C Gallacher
Seigen S & M – D & C Gallacher
Shaygar Willo The Wisp – D Freegard
*VOLSCARO RIVER OF CHAMPAGNE
Sire: *Ch Seigen Suris Alfie
Dam: *Volscaro Ciao Bella
Owner/s – KR, RT & CA Knuckey
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To all of our members who have lost their dogs over the past few months
Some wish to grieve in private and we honour their wishes
This is for you from all of us who share your pain.
The Crace family would like to acknowledge this beautiful dog and
send their sympathies to all at Grandwest
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VALE
ICCARA OLYMPIC ONYX AZ BSC1 EXC
JAZ
18.5.2000 - 22.10.2015
Jaz was a credit to her breed with a beautiful temperament
which she used to help with the reactive dogs
and to welcome new puppies to the Club
I still cry when I hear her song “SIMPLY THE BEST”
by Tina Turner
Always in my heart
Carol-Anne
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Peanut Butter Alert: Xylitol By Dr. Jean Cruse
Peanut butter. It's a dog's favorite treat. It is easy to fill toys with this delicious nutty substance and they go crazy.
It hides pills and medications to make administration easy. It's been a go-to in the kitchen arsenal of treats for
many years. With new brands of healthier options becoming available for human consumption, there is a new and
important distinction to be made when considering giving peanut butter to your pooch, and that is the additive xylitol. Xylitol is a sugar substitute that has been used in gums such as Orbit, Stride, and Trident for years, as it has
proven dental health benefits for humans. Unfortunately, xylitol is highly toxic to our canine friends causing hypoglycemia and liver damage. There is no known toxicity to cats.
When xylitol is ingested, the pancreas mistakes it for a real sugar and releases a surge of insulin. The insulin
causes the body to remove the real sugar (glucose) from circulation. This drop in sugar causes acute hypoglycemia and will result in vomiting, weakness, lethargy, disorientation, incoordination, tremors, and potentially seizures. A secondary effect of xylitol on dogs is the possibility of developing hepatic necrosis with acute liver failure.
The doses required for this tend to be higher than those seen for hypoglycemia and can also be seen with prolonged ingestion.
The key to xylitol ingestion is rapid evaluation and treatment. Treatment will normally consist of induction of vomiting to remove the remaining xylitol from the GI tract. Hospitalization with IV fluids and glucose (sugar) supplementation is needed for about 24 hours to ensure the body has adequate supplies and hypoglycaemia does not develop. The liver values and clotting abilities are evaluated and monitored to ensure acute liver failure has not developed.
It does not take much of this compound for it to be toxic to dogs. Hypoglycaemia develops with ingestion of as
little as 0.045 grams per pound of body weight. A typical stick of xylitol containing gum has about 0.3-0.4 grams
which means a stick and a half is toxic to a 10 pound dog. Hepatic necrosis with acute liver failure is generally
seen with ingestion of 0.45 grams per pound of body weight - a 10X increase. If hepatic necrosis develops, the
prognosis is grave.
The new peanut butter brands containing xylitol that should be avoided by your pets are: Go Nuts, Hank's Protein
Plus Peanut Butter, Krush Nutrition, Nuts 'n More, and P28. These products may not have this warning printed on
their labels so be sure to read the ingredient list. Other products that may contain xylitol as new formulations are
released include: antihistamines, fish oil supplementation, melatonin, kid's vitamin gummies, and vitamin B12.
Please be aware and read labels prior to purchasing human products and administering them to your dogs.
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E.P.I. Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency—a case study of a rescue dog
We have had an major breakthrough with our EPI girl Roxy 2. Roxy 2 (we call her Roxy 2 as we have another Roxy
currently in the rescue) has one of the severest cases of EPI we have come across. We have tried her on two very
expensive veterinary diets to no avail and with her diarrhoea worsening signifying that what we were trying wasn't
working and despite increasing her enzyme tablets from 2 to 6 tablets we were still making no progress.
We then chose to change her diet to Dr B's BARF and like Zanta the change was instantaneous.
We changed her to Dr B's BARF kangaroo due to the low fat content. Dr B aka Dr Ian Billingsworth who is a registered veterinarian suggested that we change her to Dr B's BARF lite. He also made a number of other suggestions
that we will share with you if your dog is newly diagnosed with EPI:
He suggested that as Roxy's case was so severe we ask our vets to put her on another case of antibiotics due to
the bacteria that can build up due to EPI
That we introduce slippery elm, a probiotic and a vitamin b supplement into her diet
That her food be given to her at room temperature and that her medication and other supplements be ground down
and mixed in with her food making it easier for her to absorb
We are introducing these all into Roxy's diet and we would like to express our heartfelt thanks to David at Fido and
Felix Boarding Kennels in Gumdale who has been Roxy's primary carer. When we had the recent cold snap here in
Queensland and with Roxy having so little body fat David was concerned about Roxy so checked upon her late at
night to ensure that she wasn't cold and was coping with the drop in temperature. He has also attended to all her
needs and gone over and above in order to help our very special girl. We kept her at Fido and Felix due to Roxy's
medical needs as we were unable to find a foster carer for her and so as to be close to our vets at Wynnum Manly
Veterinary Hospital and because we know that David takes such good care of our dogs who have medical issues.
As we have now stabilised Roxy's condition we are now looking for a special forever foster family. We can assist
with all of Roxy's medical costs relating to her EPI and special diet - what we need to find is that special family for
Roxy ideally here in Brisbane. Roxy is extremely loving and affectionate and has lived with young children. She
cannot live with a cat and ideally should be an only dog. She could not live with another female dog. Roxy is crying
out to be loved, she is not a barker and would love to be a lap dog and just snuggle up to you on the sofa.
Roxy is so very special - despite her EPI being so severe this has never affected her behaviour or her need to be
loved or to want to be part of a special family - if you think you are that family please email qldadmin@gsdsinneed.com.au and put Roxy 2 in the subject line
EPI can be managed and just like Zanta as long as Roxy is on Dr B's BARF her condition will continue to improve
as she makes her journey towards her ideal weight. Zanta gained over 17kg since being on Dr B's BARF and we
know we can do the same with Roxy.
We consider this diet to have saved the lives now of two of our dogs where nothing else was working. If you have a
chronic medical condition we suggest contacting Dr Billingsworth - his details are on his website
www.barfaustralia.com - as often diet can be a contributing cause towards a medical condition.
We also think it is very kind of Dr B aka Dr Ian Billingsworth to take such an interest and help us with our rescue
dogs and would like to thank him for the interest he takes in the welfare of our dogs.
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NIAGARA FALLS, Ont. —
Coco, a Belgian shepherd at a Niagara Falls farm, has given birth to eight puppies, but she has nine new mouths to
feed.
Coco has adopted a kitten that was also recently born on the farm to a cat named Mommy.
Warner Ranch and Pumpkin Farm's Donna Warner made the discovery when she went into the barn to check on Coco
and discovered eight small hungry puppies and a small kitten all trying to breastfeed.
"I just couldn't believe it," said Warner, who looks after the family farm with her husband, Bill.
At first she thought it was just a fluke the kitten had ended up with the puppies, so Warner picked it up and returned it
to Mommy and the other seven kittens. But the kitten just kept returning to Coco and the puppies.
"I don't have a clue why this particular kitten keeps coming back," said Warner. "I've been on the farm here for 20 years
and have never seen anything like this."
Coco and Mommy have always gotten along, said Warner. "All of my animals are friendly, but I didn't think they were
that friendly," said Warner.
"Coco had adopted the mother since she was a kitten and would carry it around the yard. Now, the cat is big so she
drags it around the yard. When Coco had her own puppies I thought she would realize she's a dog, but now she has
pups and a kitten."
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The risky business of life
Wendy Squires
I would love nothing more than to wave a magic wand and stop all dog attacks, but it would take removing all dogs to do that.
When I was a kid there was a magical dog called Cedric who lived near where the school bus dropped me off each
day. I say he was magical because in my eyes this big lumbering Great Dane was just that. I called him my pony
because he was the size of one to me and also because I would regularly ride him.
Yep, I would climb up on the slobbering old darling's back and treat him as my own version of National Velvet, only I
didn't look like Elizabeth Taylor and, well, Cedric clocked about three strides to the minute.
One day Cedric's owner saw me trying to get him to canter – or at least break in to a trot – and pointed out a couple
of salient facts to me: the first being I should not be on their property unsupervised (all kids were unsupervised back
then) and second, Cedric was old and arthritic, so his riding days were behind him.
The thought that I could be hurting my friend was enough, and so I never rode Cedric again. However, I continued
to visit regularly, always ringing the doorbell of my neighbour first to check it was OK to do so.
One day, I went to visit Cedric and was met by his sobbing owner. I mean this woman was crying from the very
depths of her soul. Eventually, she managed to tell me that she had put Cedric down that very morning and not because of old age.
What had happened was that a boy I knew had taken to Cedric with a stick, blinding him. In his distressed state,
Cedric lunged forward, his sheer size knocking the kid over, causing him to grazing his shin.
When the boy went crying to his mother that he'd been attacked by a vicious dog, the police were called and, at the
boy's mother's insistence, Cedric's owner had to put down her beloved gentle giant.
I think I cried for Cedric for months and, decades later, I still tear up as I recall his somnolent brown eyes and those
frothy jowls that tilted upwards in a sad clown smile.
Last week, it was an eight-year-old girl who was the victim of a tragedy involving a dog, losing her hand when she
went to pat an Alaskan Malamute contained behind a fence at its owner's home. I feel for this little girl and her family, and in no way am I laying blame at their feet. This was an accident, pure and simple.
However, I do not believe the dog in question should be put down (the owners chose to euthanise in this instance, a
difficult decision that I respect) or that Malamutes should be banned as a breed.
It is easy to believe my dogs' rights stance is due to my experience with Cedric. However, I believe it is just good
sense because there is a much bigger picture here. But let's look at some facts as complied by The Australian Veterinary Association and get the dog issue out of the way first.
The association, along with the national veterinary associations of Britain, the United States and Canada, is opposed to breed-based dog control measures because the evidence shows that they do not and cannot work, due to
a number of factors.
Firstly, breed on its own is not an effective indicator or predictor of aggression in dogs. Secondly, it is not possible to
precisely determine dangerous breeds or types of dogs by appearance or by DNA. Thirdly, the number of animals
that would need to be removed from a community to have a meaningful impact on hospital admissions is so high
that the removal of any one breed would have negligible impact.
But perhaps the most significant reason is that breed-specific legislation ignores the human element – owners'
choices and behaviours (some people shouldn't own dogs, just like as some shouldn't have kids). Finally, there is
the fact that in Australia, 73 per cent to 81 per cent of attacks actually occur in the home by the family pet.
I would love nothing more than to wave a magic wand and stop all dog attacks, but it would take removing all dogs
to do that. And we must consider that, just as an animal can injure a child, so can a lawn-mower, a slamming door,
a car or a swing. We can't take away everything in life that can cause harm to an innocent. It's like trying to eradicate sharks because humans choose to surf in their habitats – well-intentioned, but ridiculous.
Sadly, life is full of risk, and things can and do go wrong all the time. We can educate and we can watch and we can
be vigilant. But if we choose to play the blame game every time a tragedy occurs, the one sure bet is we can never
win.
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Once again thanking all members who participated in our fund-raiser for the
McGrath Foundation. Pleased to hear that the availability of breast care and
education nurses has increased to this magic 110 thanks to everyday people
like you. Before the tragedy of Jane’s illness there were only 4 such nurses
across the country. We were blessed to have her persona to promote this
cause. It costs almost $130,00 per year to fund a breast care nurse at no cost
to the patient. Here is the story and thanks from Petra Buchanan CEO, The
McGrath Foundation
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10 LAWS OF COMMITTEES
1. Any other business takes longer than all the other items on the agenda put together.
2. The dullest member of the committee will always do the most speaking.
3. Any committee which can't agree on the minutes of the last meeting breaks-up-in tears.
4. The amount of time spent debating subjects is in inverse proportion to their importance.
5. The less someone likes serving on a committee the more likely they’ll be invited to join
one.
6. The secretary is always the hardest working person on any committee.
7. The vice-chairman is always the laziest person on any committee.
8. Whatever the purpose of a committee if it has more than one meeting. a month the
meetings become more important than the purpose.
9. If you're friends with someone before you both serve on the same committee you won't
be afterwards.
10. It needs all the committee members to make meetings enjoyable it only needs one
committee member to make a committee meeting hellish.
Recommendations made in any of our articles are a guide only and
are not a substitute for responsible veterinary treatment.
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C. & W.A. Report and Food for Thought
-
Honey Gross-Richardson
My thanks for the many members who made this Dec. C&WA Day the great success that it was. To the workers, of
Gosnells HQ and Otago Park, equally well presented, my appreciation, and to the Assessors John and Bruce, thank
you Gentlemen, you kept the handlers relaxed, and the dogs performed their tasks with style.
Always on the lookout for making the conduct of these assessments run with optimum smoothness, to be used as
before, for a model for all clubs to follow, we are planning to discuss and demo the C&WA on the occasion of our
GSDA of WA Instructors’ Workshop 2016, planned for Sunday the 7th of Feb., 8.30 – 12.30 This workshop will be
conducted outside, and then reconvened in air conditioned comfort in the club house, to be concluded by 12.30
pm. The C&WA demo is planned to be concluded in 60 - 90 mins. Invitations for attendance will be issued to Obedience, (Trials and Trainers), Show and Breed Affairs Committees.
Items noted on the C&WA held on the 29th of Nov.:
Chairperson:
Mrs. Honey Gross-Richardson
Admin.Error: HGR- C&WA REPRESENT not indicated on work sheet.
The Assessment:
Assessors: Mr. John Fenner and Mr. Bruce Knight.
Secretary: Mrs. Karen Westmacott
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Control in Public – loose leash walking. Normal obedience. Lead approx 2m.
The dog is expected to work on a loose lead, not as in obedience ring but manageable without constantly pulling away.
The dog is not expected to be precise at any stage, and extra commands permitted.
3 Dogs VG (JF)
2
3 dogs Exc. (BK)
Evaluation of Touch Sensitivity – Tarp & metal mesh. Full length of the 2m lead.
Assessment made on dog’s reaction, display of interest. May be a little unsure at first, evaluated on recovery
reaction to surface, approach or avoidance, investigative response. Dog may be encouraged to step onto
different surfaces but not
forced in any way
3 dogs VG
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3 dogs Exc
Evaluation of Sound Sensitivity – Full length of the 2m lead.
6m from the car, the music is turned on. (in future: car radio!) On separate occasion 6m from the car, a
door is slammed on the opposite side. To evaluate the dog’s reaction to a variety of noises. May be unsure
at first, recovery reaction noted. Approach, avoidance, investigative response, display of interest, overall
reaction. reaction
3 dogs 1 VG & 2 EXC
3 dogs Exc
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Evaluation of Sight Sensitivity -
length of full lead.
Reaction to a variety of visual stimuli. May be unsure at first, recovery to be noted.. Approach, avoidance,
etc.
Investigative response. No direct threat to the dog.
Sudden object appearing: (Cyclist 2 m from dog) responses noted as above.
Sudden object appearing: (Umbrella) . Person sitting 90 degrees to the side, directly in path of dog. 2m
from dog, umbrella slowly raised, 1m from dog, slowly opened directly towards the dog, then rested firmly
on ground in front of the dog. It is expected that most dogs will startle, not expected to sniff or play or
attack, recovery rate noted, and willingness to approach front of the umbrella and to investigate the scene.
3 dogs: 2 VG, 1 EXC
3 dogs 1 P, 2 Exc
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Cyclists make some noise whooshing towards and past the dog and handler. Ideally performed on verge of road or cycle path as is found on the perimeter of training grounds. This should be utilised
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Interaction with Strangers. Non threatening situation, length of full lead.
Approach by Friendly Stranger: Stranger to approach BRISKLY. Approx. 2m from dog, stranger greets handler, walks forward & shakes hands. Encourage dog in for pat, no reaching for dog
Moving through a crowd of approx, 10 milling about until asked to move on to the next evaluation. Loose
leash, reasonable control, showing neither fear, uncertainty or aggression. Normal interaction between owner and dog, no interference with individuals, no tangling in lead, do praise for desirable behaviour.
Stand for Examination: Assessor asks handler to stand dog and step back to end of lead. No expectation to
stand stock still. Extra commands permitted. Assessor touches dog’s head and body only. Assessing dog’s ability to stand steadily whilst examined by stranger.
3 Dogs, 1 VG, 2 Exc.
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3 Dogs 3 Exc.
Evaluation of Play Response Evaluation of Play Drive. on 2m lead or off leash.
Observe reaction to play object, a retrieve article, and investigative response. Response to play object:
handler produces toy/play object, and commences to play with dog, encouragement but no force permitted. Dog may run off with toy or play tug of war. Preferred is enthusiastic tug game.
Willingness to retrieve object: May be the same article. Article is thrown and dog expected to make some
attempt to retrieve or chase and pick up the article. The dog is not expected to retrieve to hand.
3 dogs, 1 VG, 1 Exc, 1 P.
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3 dogs 2 Exc, 1 G
The Gun Test Group up to 6, full length of lead, 2 m apart. 2 shots 5 secs apart.
The dog may show reaction, but should return to normal within 10 seconds. Where an Assessor is not satisfied, the dog in question may be tested with the next group or individually of all other gun tests are concluded.
3 Dogs EXC
3 dogs EXC
Results on Page 23
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And finally the results:
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SEIGEN AUSSIE BOY
PASS
07/07/2014 – 16 months
Sire: *Gerry vom Schacher (Imp Gmy)
Dam: Seigen Crunchies Ava
*SHAYGAR WILLO THE WISP A Z PASS
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Sire: *Ch Hinterhaus French Liaison
Dam: *Shaygar Golden Skye
VONAACHEN ULANOVA
Re-present
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PASS
15/05/2013 - 2 ½ years
Sire: *Dux von der Glockenheide (Gmy)
VONAACHEN USHKA TD
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09/12/2012 - 3 years
Sire: *CH LaShadas Exhibitionist
*JOANCHELL PANTO A Z Re-Present
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Debbie Freegard
10/03/2014 – 20 months
Sire: Seigen Zinas Solo
*LASHADAS GODDESS A Z
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Glenda Wellman
26/12/2013 – 23 months
PASS
10/03/2014 – 20 months
Sire: Seigen Zinas Solo
Dam: Sokari Chicca La La
Bruce Knight
Nr.2
Res
PASS
John Fenner
Bruce Knight
John Fenner
Bruce Knight
Nr.3
Res
Nr.6
ReP.
Res
PASS
John Fenner
John Jenkins
Nr.1
Res
Nr.4
PASS
Res
Nr.5
PASS
Res
ReP
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TITLES FOR 2015
TDX
Kerrie Pearce Glenbala Brats Are Fun CCD TD
K&A Gilbert Ch. LaShadas Extreme Machine TD
TCh
Kerrie Pearce Glenbala Brats Are Fun CCD TDX
TD
Kerrie Pearce Alderhaus Unique Udolpho
J & A Mitchell Joanchell Nicos
Debbie Keogh Joanchell Pinka
E & F Ramsden Adashad Thru To The Keeper AZ BSC2
Di Bolger Joanchell Priska AZ
Cecylia Berriman Myriaspis Taras Renaissance
John Jenkins Vonaachen Ushka AZ
ET
Le-Anne Shea Olbah Need for Speed
Tracy Roberts Volscaro Caio Bella AZ BSC1 EXM CD
Natalie Humphries/Chris Gallacher Ch. Friedental Bliss Fulicious AZ BSC1 EXM
Renae Hosking LaShadas Chick Magnet AZ BSC1 EX
S&R Hosking LaShadas Jelapeno AZ BSC1 EX
CCD
Debbie Freegard Shaygar Willo The Wisp AZ BSC1 VG
Kym Glenny Carobria Vavoom
Frederic Almeida Brynick Knight
CD
Kerrie Pearce TCh. Glenbala Brats Are Fun CCD
TSD
Peggy Waller
Brooksvale Phanta CDX
TSDX
Peggy Waller Madrodish Was Made For Lovin U CDX
Cecylia Berriman TCh. Bretforton Gelda CCD RN ET TSD
TSDCH
Peggy Waller
Madrodish Was Made For Lovin U CDX TSDX
TSDGCH
Peggy Waller Madrodish Was Made For Lovin U CDX TSDCH
HWTM.A
Diane Webb Maerceci Uber Magic UD TD HWTM.I RAE
RAE2
Diane Webb
Maerceci Uber Magic UD TD HWTM.A RAE
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STATE BREED EXHIBITION TROPHIES
SBE Top Lady Handler
Tracy Roberts
SBE Top Show and Obedience Senior
Tracy Roberts & Volscaro Ciao Bella AZ BSC1 VG CCD
SBE Top Show and Obedience Junior
Rachael Laubsch & Volscaro Lenton Brae AZ
SBE Top Trial Dog
Henryk Zakrzewski & Vonalfstyne Freundrohan CDX
SBE Top Junior Trial Dog
Rachael Laubsch & Volscaro Lenton Brae AZ VG
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PERPETUAL TROPHIES FOR 2015
NORM JAMES CONSISTENCY TROPHY
Tanya Blackwell & Kaos
BEST LADY HANDLER - OTAGO
Tina Ash
BEST GENTLEMAN HANDLER - OTAGO
John Jenkins
ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD - OTAGO
Karina & Mitch & Zero
BEST LADY HANDLER – GOSNELLS
Kerrie Pearce
BEST GENTLEMAN HANDLER – GOSNELLS
Wayne Martin
BEST CHILD HANDLER – GOSNELLS
Michael Port
ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD – GOSNELLS
Rachael Laubsch & Volscaro Lenton Brae AZ VG
SOBBOTT TROPHY
Diane Webb & Maerceci Uber Magic UD RAE2 TD HTM.A FS.S
KALGOORLIE TROPHY
Henryk Zakrzewski & Vonalfstyne Freundrohan CDX
CONRICK TROPHY
Cecylia Berriman & Myriaspis Taras Renaissance TD
DI COSTA & JANSEN TROPHY
Diane Webb & Maerceci Uber Magic UD TD RAE2
BEST CHILD HANDLER AT CCT
Michael Port & Joanchell Quantro
PRESIDENTS CUP
Debbie Freegard & Shaygar Willo The Wisp AZ BSC1 VG CCD
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The Sad Truth About Degenerative Myelopathy By: Dr. Susan St. Pierre
Written By : Susan St. Pierre, DVM Posted On : Jun, 04 2015
Your German Shepherd has begun to age. He is slowing down and sometimes even stumbles. You may notice that
he has trouble walking on smooth surfaces. You may even be aware that his toenails are worn down on his rear
feet. You take him to the veterinarian hoping for an
injection, or maybe some pills to make him better.
Then you get the diagnosis: degenerative myelopathy.
Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a slowing progressive debilitating disease that affects the neurologic system. It is
most commonly seen in aging German Shepherds. At the onset of the disease dogs demonstrate a mild ataxia or
weakness in the rear limbs. At this stage, it may be confused with orthopaedic diseases such as hip dysplasia or
osteoarthritis. The difference, however, is the presence of neurologic deficits which occur in DM. The disease can
then progress to complete paralysis of the real legs. Over time it can affect the front legs causing tetraparesis.
Degenerative myelopathy occurs when the material surrounding the nerve fibres within the spinal cord (myelin) begins to deteriorate. There is also loss of neuron fibres (axons) which normally transmit information back and forth
between the brain and the legs. It has been suggested that DM occurs as a result of an autoimmune process. This
means that the body’s own immune system begins attacking itself. Once the disease process begins, there is an interruption in the signal from the brain that commands the legs to function normally. In addition, the sensory input
from the legs back to the brain is halted resulting in the classical incoordination symptoms. The disease does not
involve inflammation or pain. This distinguishes DM from most orthopaedic and infectious diseases. MRI, CSF analysis, and myleography can rule out these differential diagnoses along with compressive diseases (disc disease).
At this time, there is no cure for DM. In fact, most dogs with DM are euthanized within one to five years of diagnosis. However, since most dogs with DM remain pain-free and retain bladder and bowel function, they can continue to
maintain a good quality of life with appropriate supportive care. This care consists of physical therapy such as range
of motion exercises to maintain muscle tone. Swimming and hydrotherapy are beneficial as well. Thick bedding is
essential in preventing bed sores. Some dogs benefit from a doggy cart or “wheelchair”.
Besides supportive care, there have been some reports documenting certain supplements and medications that slow
the progression of DM. Vitamins C, E, omega 3 fatty acids and selenium are all potent antioxidants that have been
reported to bind harmful free radicals and help slow the deterioration of myelin. Vitamin B complex has been reported
to not only act an antioxidant, but also help in neuron regeneration. Acetylcysteine is a mucolytic agent and antioxidant used in the treatment of DM. The anti-fibrolytic agent, amniocaproic acid is probably the most promising of
the treatments listed. In humans, this drug is used in bleeding disorders. It has been reported to break down the
clots formed around the nerve fibres formed by the immune system’s attack. Reports seem to indicate that the earlier
treatment is instituted, the better the results.
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Calendar of events for the GSDA of WA - 2016
Socialization Classes - GosEach week until night training starts
6/01/2016
nells
7.00pm-8.00pm
11/02/2015
Socialization Classes - Otago
Each week until night training starts
7/01/2016
Park
7.00pm-8.00pm
12/02/2015
Management Committee
11/01/2016 Meeting
7.30 pm
Special General Meeting 18/01/2016 GSDCA AGM
7.30 pm
Nominations/Motions for 2015 AGM
7/02/2016
Trainers Workshop
9.00am-12.00
Grd Mgrs & Grd Sec, welcome
Night training starts at Gos10/02/2016 nells
7.00pm-8.00pm
All Classes until Sunday Training starts
Night training starts at Ota11/02/2016 go Park
7.00pm-8.00pm
All Classes until Sunday Training starts
13 & 14/02/2016 GSDCA AGM - Adelaide
Club President to attend
21/02/2016 1st Breed Survey
6.00 pm
22/02/2016 Quarterly General Meeting
7.30 pm
Building & Grounds All
Show run by the GSDA of WA at Dog28/02/2016 Breeds Show
6.00 pm
swest grounds
Management Committee
14/03/2016 Meeting
7.30 pm
National Show and Obedi25-27/03/2016 ence
Sunday daytime training
27/03/2016 commences
from 8.30am
Gosnells & Otago Park
27/03/2016 1st Busy Bee
11.30 am
1st Character & Working
3/04/2016
Assessment
11.45 am
Management Committee
4/04/2016
Meeting
7.30 pm
10/04/2016 Trainers Meeting
12.00 pm
10/04/2016 2nd Breed Survey
1.00 pm
16/04/2016 SBE Obedience Trial
9.00am
17/04/2016 SBE Graduation Classes
9.00am
Local Judges - Robyn, John F, Bruce,
16-17/04/2016 State Breed Exhibition
9.00am
Natalie
23/04/2016 Rally O Trial (Saturday)
1.30 pm
WDC show Specialist for
29/04/2016 GSD's
Luis Pinto Teixiera
9/05/2016
Quarterly General Meeting
7.30 pm
12/06/2016 3rd Breed Survey
1.00 pm
12/06/2016 1st Members Competition
8.30 am
Andrew Jones (Victoria)
Management Committee
13/06/2016 Meeting
7.30 pm
19/06/2016 Trainers Meeting
12.00 pm
26/06/2016 Graduation at Gosnells
9.00am
26/06/2016 1st Open Show
8.30 am
TBA
26/06/2016 2nd Members Competition
10.30 am
Bruce Knight
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10/07/2016
23/07/2016
7/08/2016
8/08/2016
14/08/2016
20/08/2016
21/08/2016
28/08/2016
3/09/2016
4/09/2016
3&4/09/2015
5/09/2016
11/09/2016
25/09/2016
2/10/2015
2/10/2015
3/10/2016
9/10/2016
10/10/2016
15/10/2016
16/10/2016
23/10/2016
6/11/2016
7/11/2016
20/11/2016
26/11/2016
27/11/2016
27/11/2016
30/11/2016
1/12/2016
4/12/2016
4/12/2016
5/12/2016
Management Committee Meeting
Graduation at Otago Park
Obedience Trial (Saturday)
2nd Busy Bee
Annual General Meeting
4th Breed Survey
Rick Richardson Memorial Ch.
Show
Walter Martin Memorial Champ.
Show
Trainers Meeting
Endurance Test
Graduation at Gosnells
Vims & Montamelia
Management Committee Meeting
Graduation at Otago Park
2nd Character & Working Assessment
2nd Open Show
3rd Members Competition
Management Committee Meeting
3rd Busy Bee
Special General Meeting - GSDCA
AGM
WCC Obedience & Rally O Trials
5th Breed Survey
West Coast Challenge Champ.
Show
Trainers Meeting
Quarterly General Meeting
Closed Club Trial (Graduation)
6th Breed Survey
Fun Day
3rd Character & Working Assessment
Night Socialisation classes Gosnells
7.30 pm
9.00am
1.30 pm
11.30 am
7.30 pm
1.00 pm
8.30 am
Honey Gross-Richardson
8.30 am
12.00 pm
9.00 am
9.00am
9.00 am
7.30 pm
9.00am
Greg Green (Victoria)
11.45 am
8.30 am
10.30 am
7.30 pm
11.30 am
TBA
Natalie Humphries
7.30 pm
6.00 pm
1.00 pm
Nominations/Motions for 2016 AGM
8.30 am
12.00 pm
7.30 pm
8.30 am
6.00 pm
09.00 am
Herr Harald Hohmann (Gmy)
11.45 am
7.00 to
8.00pm
7.00 to
8.00pm
until about 11.00 noon
Further dates 7th,14th & 21st at 7.00 to
8.00pm
Further dates 8th, 15th & 22nd at 7.00 to
8.00pm
Night Socialisation classes Craigie
Two week break over Xmas & New
Year 28th December & 4th January 2017
Childrens Xmas Party
3.00 pm until about 4.30 pm
Presentation Evening
5.00 pm start
Management Committee Meeting
7.30 pm
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