- Central Florida Obedience Dog Club

September 2014
The
Happy Heeler
Central Florida Obedience Dog Club
Obedience . Rally . Agility
Volume 4 Issue 9
In this issue . . .
President’s Report
In
Club Minutes
Spotlights
Pet Emergency
Victory Hulett Seminar
Upcoming Trials
New Classes Starting
This is just one day in the life of a therapy dog
Central Florida Obedience
Dog Club Inc.
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Betty Van Dellen
Fran Brown
Susan Handy
Mary Ann Sanford
Chris Jeffrey
Jan Naigus
Ann Shinkle
Newsletter Editor
Chris Jeffrey
23032 Oak Prairie Circle . Sorrento, FL 32776
Subtlesmoke1@comcast.net
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The Happy Heeler is published monthly by The Central Florida Obedience Dog
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views and opinions of The Central Florida Obedience Dog Club, Inc. or the editor.
New, brags, etc., must be submitted by the 20th of each month to be included in
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Club Phone: (352) 742-4442
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THE HAPPY HEELER
From the President’s Desk …
Hello everyone,
We had a wonderful weekend at DOCOF. As usual the
weekend started Friday with set up. When we arrived it
was nearly completely set up - some of the exhibitors
camping there got bored and decided to go ahead and
start setting up. Those who help with set up are allowed
to work their dogs in the rings hey will be showing in so
I got a chance to work Knight. Saturday was devoted to
run-throughs. We got our space set up then were able to
get our dogs used to the area and the ring they will
compete in.
Sunday was the big day - twenty nine teams competing
and cheering each other on. Some of the best
handler/dog teams in our state competing. Lots of
goodies to eat.
A special thanks to all who worked so hard to bring this
together - both from our club and from the other clubs
who worked so hard. DOCOF is unique to Florida - no
other state has anything to compare. I want to especially
thank our member who were not entered yet devoted
their time to steward Sunday. We could not do without
you!
We will be looking forward to the next year and hope
more members can enter.
Now on to the next topic - our trials coming up in
October/November. All the background work has
been completed and we are looking forward to
working again with lake Eustis Kennel club to put
on the Autumn cluster. Our trials will be Friday - if
you have not been contacted to help and are able
to, let Dea or Fran know. I think our trials have a
good reputation and we have a lot of support from
the dog community. We want to make each trial a
good experience for our exhibitors. We will be
talking about the trials the next meeting.
We are also trying to set a date for our agility
trials. Hopefully we can come up with something
soon - the calendar is so full it seems every date
we look at has a conflict.
There are plenty of opportunities coming up this
fall and winter to get involved - trials and
seminars. Be sure to look over the list Chris has of
opportunities for us to have fun with our dogs.
Betty
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CFODC Meeting Minutes …
August, 2014
The Central Florida Obedience Dog Club was called to
order by President Betty Van Dellen at 7 pm at the 448
club. Members in Attendance were: Ann Shinkle, Betty
VanDellen, Candy Zimmerman, Fran Brown, George
Smallwood, Jan Naigus, Jean Devlin, Mary Ann Sanford,
and Susan Handy. Guest: Bob Gailey from K-9
The minutes of the last meeting were approved as
printed in the Happy Heeler after a motion by Susan
Handy and a second by Candy Zimmerman.
President Report:
Two judges for the Oct. 30, 2015 would be Karen A.
Bedeau and Laraine Moffa. Volunteers needed at the
AKC Classic. If interested contact Luci Seeley.
Volunteers needed to man the rings at the DOCOF run
throughs Friday evening and Saturday. Check out HDTC
Dogsports once a month. Fake service dogs was
discussed. Link our face book page and fun with fido.
Vice President Report:
Membership Bob and Lisa Gailey have turned in their
application for membership.
Secretary’s Report:
No Report
Treasurer Report:
Need to buy mats. Daytona is buying mats and we may
be able to go in with them. We could cut mats with
Daytona.
Correspondence Report:
All emails forwarded to club members.
AKC:
Georgia Oboyle wants to be a vendor at our Trial. Will
need to check with the other vendor to see if there is a
conflict.
Judges changed for Lake Eustis so no conflict.
March - LEKC has following:
Ores Chever Novice A and B, Beginner Novice, Pre
Novice, and Grad Novice
Steve Picciuolo. Open A and B, Graduate Open (Greg
Feathers Utility A and B
Robert Millar. Rally
Proposed Judges for CFODC:
Ores is not getting the assignments, will only be able to
do Novice and Open.
Steve will charge us by the number of dogs judged plus a
fee for wild card classes. He does this to encourage use of
provisional judges.
Connie Parrish takes her test for open in October. Could
we wait to assign her one day until she gets the results of
the test? Try to give her an open assignment? Connie is
also provisional rally. She says she expects to be still
provisional in March.
Committee Reports:
DOCOF: Aug. 31, 2014 is DOCOF. It starts at 8 am. It was
decided that all would bring sandwich and drink and
something to share. Club will provide cooler, with ice and
water. The members will wear a red shirt and black
slacks.
Membership: Bob and Lisa Gailey have turned in their
application for membership.
New Business:
Ron Wallace has resigned as a board member. The club
was very sad to see him resign. Ann Shinkle stepped up to
fill the position.
Brags:
Candy Zimmerman and Cooper got their first and second
Novice leg toward Cooper’s CD in Lakeland on Aug. 9th
and 10th
Ann Shinkle’s Shine passed her CGCA test for her title.
Adjournment:
Motion made to adjourn meeting Susan Handy and a
Second by George Smallwood. The meeting was
adjourned 7:56pm.
Next meeting with be September 16.
Mary Ann Sanford
Secretary
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THE HAPPY HEELER
Spotlights . . .
 MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Are we having fun yet??
Trial Dates
Orlando Dog Training Club
October 4-5
Location: Orlando
Closing Date: September 17
K9 Obedience Club of
Jacksonville
October 11-12
Location: Jacksonville
Closing Date: September 24
“Hope” –
moving at warp
speed during
her run at
DACOF!
Ellen’s Girls Do it Again ! . . .
From Ellen Heinis
We’ve had a fun summer starting with DACOF (Dog Agility Club of Florida) at
nd
the end of June where Hope earned 2 place in Novice T2B and had all great
th
runs for a baby dog (6 place overall Novice 12” out of 29 dogs) and her first
rd
time competing at DACOF! The team Bella was on (Dog Over It) came in 3
place out of 53 teams (Deb Smith and “Stunn” were on our team too)! Bella was
nd
2 place overall 12” Open out of 27 dogs and all five of her runs were great
rd
scores! This was Bella’s 3 year at DACOF and we always have a blast!
And now the obedience news … Took Hope to OCOD Obedience/Rally Trial
mid-July where she earned her first 2 legs in Advanced Rally and finished her
Beginner Novice Title with a score of 196 and FIRST place! Love my girls and
can’t wait for the summer heat to be over so we can play agility outside again!
IPOC
October 18-19
Location: Lakeland
Closing Date: October 1
Brevard Co Dog Training Club
October 25-26
Location: Melbourne
Closing Date: October 8
Dog Training Club of Tampa
October 26
Location: Tampa
Closing Date: October 4
Central Florida Obedience
Dog Club
October 31
Location: Eustis
Closing Date: October 15
Lake Eustis Kennel Club
November 1-2
Location: Eustis
Closing Date: October 15
CFODC Instructors
and Assistants
“Hope”
“Bella”
Please consider attending the
Victory Hulett Seminar one
or both days in January. You
can use your training credits
towards getting an audit seat.
This is a perfect seminar to
further your training
credentials.
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Pet Emergency . . .
Are you and your pet ready?
.
How to assemble a disaster supply kit for your dog -
Take this kit with you should you need to evacuate. Include:
 Leash and collar with ID tags
 Current copy of vaccination records
 Any medication your dog needs and written directions
for dispensing medication
 Photocopy of AKC registration papers and a copy of your
dog’s enrollment papers for AKC Reunite
 Recent photo
 At least a three-day supply of food and bottled water.
Don’t forget your dog’s dishes!
 Blankets and bedding
 Crate with a few toys
 Plastic "pick-up" bags
Train your dog
Obedience-trained dogs will respond better to commands and
will be easier to handle during a stressful situation such as an
emergency evacuation.
.
Victory Hulett Seminar
January 10-11, 2015
IPOC Training Center – Lakeland
Victory’s philosophy is based on
creating focus and motivational
play. She believes that gentle
guidance and proper leadership
achieves excellent results, as it is
based on the psychology of how
dogs learn. In addition, her varied
background allows her to bring a
fresh perspective to many areas
of training.
Her Border Collie “Reign” was the
Purina and Westminster Top Dog of
the Year in 2013 and they were
the 2nd runner up at the NOI
In 2014 they were the
3rd runner up at the NOI
Reign has earned 72 HIT and 71 HC....
Come and learn how Victory achieves
success! We have unlimited audit
spots at $150 for the weekend (or $75
each day) including breakfast and
lunch.
Contact Becky Babicz at
sheepy143@aol.com.
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THE HAPPY HEELER
Upcoming Classes …
About our Club
The purpose of the Central
Florida Obedience Dog Club
is to promote the training of
dogs. To disseminate knowledge regarding obedience
training. To conduct classes for
the training of all dogs and their
handlers. To encourage and
cooperate with individuals and
other groups with similar
purposes. To encourage the
training of judges. To hold and
support all AKC events including
but not limited to obedience
trials, tracking tests, agility
trials, under the rules and
regulations of the American
Kennel Club. To promote
cooperation and good
sportsmanship among its
members in the training and
exhibition of dogs.
Training classes for Basic and
Novice Obedience are held on
Monday evenings. Call 352-7424442 for a class schedule,
pricing and additional
information.
The Happy Heeler
Chris Jeffrey, Editor
23032 Oak Prairie Circle
Sorrento, FL 32776
Club Phone
(352)742-4442
Club E-mail
cfodtc@gmail.com
Next General Meeting:
Tues – September 16 , 2014
6PM
448 Club
Tavares, FL
New Novice Obedience Class
Starting September 15
8-9 pm Mondays – 448 Club
Dea Jaffey will be instructing our newly added Novice Obedience Class
starting September 15. This will be a six week course for those dogs who
have completed basic training and are moving towards a more advanced level.
This will be a pre-competition course so look forward to work hard! Cost will
be $60 for the class. Registrations are limited so sign up quickly!
The following have already indicated that they are interested:
Mary Ann Sanford and LeRoy
Susan Handy and Sage
Candy Zimmerman and Cooper
Jean Devlin and Kylie
Ellen Heinis and Hope
If you are on the above list and not able to attend, please let me know as soon
as possible so that other people can sign up. There will be a waitlist.
Chris
Subtlesmoke1@comcast.net
New Puppy Starter Class
Starting September 8
5:30-6:30 pm Mondays – 448 Club
CFODC
2014 Training Schedule
BASIC CLASSES (7-8pm)
Jan Naigus will be instructing our newly
added Puppy Starter Class beginning
September 8. This will be a six week course
designed for puppies that are just beginning
schooling. Perfect class for the new puppy
parent! Cost will be $60 for the class.
Registrations will be limited
so sign up quickly.
For additional information contact
Jan Naigus at havjrn@gmail.com or
Chris Jeffrey at Subtlesmoke1@comcast.net
September 8 – Oct 13
Trick Training Classes
(5:30-6:30pm)
Oct 27 – Nov 17 (Accelerated class)
NEW
Puppy Class (5:30-6:30pm)
September 8 – Oct 13
Novice Class – (8-9pm)
September 15 – Oct 13
There will be no Rally Classes
till 2015