Agility Dog Champion (ADCH) USDAA title

September 2015
The
Happy Heeler
Central Florida Obedience Dog Club
Obedience . Rally . Agility
Volume 5 Issue 9
In
Agility Dog Champion (ADCH) USDAA title
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
Ann Shinkle
Jan Naigus
Newsletter Editor
Chris Jeffrey
23032 Oak Prairie Circle . Sorrento, FL 32776
Subtlesmoke1@comcast.net
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THE HAPPY HEELER
From the President’s Desk …
Well now DOCOF is history. Sorry I was not able
to be there - as some of you know I have a knee
injury and it really flared up Sunday and I was
unable to compete. But I am very proud of those
who did compete and who did such a nice job.
We especially want to compliment Fran, who as
always does such a great job pulling this all
together.
It was in a new venue and I think most
everything went very well.
The seminar by Diane Schultz was well worth
attending, very inspiring and Ken said they were
going to try to bring back more seminars in the
future. Good idea - there are a number of
presenters that we would learn a lot from and I
would like more from our AKC rep, Diane.
Now on to our October trials - they will be upon
us before we know it. I hope all our members
have contacted either Fran for Rally or Dea for
Obedience to volunteer as ring steward. Our
members all work hard to put up a really good
trial and it is appreciated by our exhibitors who
return every year. Remember we have 2 trials in
one day, so that with the Lake Eustis trials over
the weekend we have an opportunity to earn a
title in the one weekend - providing we qualify!
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the
meeting and congratulations again to our DOCOF
team. And thanks for the time, effort, and energy
you put into making this a great event.
Marie Zaman’s “Gretchen”
In this issue . . .
President’s Report
Club Minutes
Member Spotlights
Upcoming Trials
Planning
Odds and Ends
Betty
Congratulations CFODC DOCOF Team! Job well done!
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CFODC Meeting Minutes …
August 18, 2015
The Central Florida Obedience Dog Club was called
to order by President Betty Van Dellen at 6:58 pm.
Members in Attendance were: Jan Naigus, Fran
Brown, Betty Van Dellen, Chris Jeffrey, Sandy Jones,
Ann Shinkle, Carolee Stewart, Jerry Evans, Marie
Zaman, Pat Mann, , Susan Handy, and Mary Ann
Sanford
The minutes of the last meeting were approved as
printed in the Happy Heeler after a correction by
Susan Handy to the May minutes. The May minutes
stated that the deposit for Nov. 2016 was paid to
the fair grounds and it should have statec the
March deposit was paid to the fairground.
President Report:
Correspondence: Sorry everything was not
forwarded to the membership due to so much time
off network after lightening strike. Hopefully email
is now up and running.
Vice President Report: No report
Secretary’s Report: No Report
Treasurer Report:
Susan Handy gave totals of money in account.
AKC trials: March trial is ready to go and premiums
already sent out. Bobbie Kurivial will be out of
town the end of September, and will not be able to
send replies until October.
DOCOF report by Fran: All teams set. Ready to go
and a map was shared showing the team location
at the event. All members were encouraged to
come and watch. A red shirt and black pants to be
worn by the team. The event starts at 8 AM.
Membership: Cyndi Mimms had her application for
membership read and was voted in as a new
member. Welcome to CFODC Cyndi.
Obedience Class Report:
Monday classes started and have some nice dogs
and puppies. One group has 7 or 8 dogs and the
puppy class has 4 or 5 dogs. Profits for the two
trick seminars was turned in to Susan.
Tuesday training is going well and took in more
money this month.
Brags: Ann Shinkle’s Shine, curly coated retriever,
earned her Novice Trick Title.
Deb Smith’s Stunn earned several Q’s, and another
Grand Prix. She also qualified for the ever elusive
last Jumper’s Q for her ADCH. Congratulations Deb
and Stunn.
Betty VanDellen had a puppy from her group
become a vet. Service dog.
Call for nominations for officers for next year: If you
are interested in an office let Fran know.
Unfinished Business:
Fran needs to contact Peace of Mind about a
presentation to the club on care of your dog if you
are in Hospice.
New Business:
The club needs a hospitality chair for the upcoming
trial. Carolee volunteered to handle the job. A
discussion about using the vendor or getting subs
from Publix.
Everyone was invided to attend the Judge’s Dinner.
It will be at the 1884 restaurant in Eustise.
Announcements: Next meeting September 15. Food
from our past will be featured. Betty volunteered to
bring a tatter tot casserole.
Adjournment:
Motion made to adjourn meeting by Jerry and
second by Sandy at 8PM.
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THE HAPPY HEELER
Spotlights . . .
Big win for Stunn . . .
 MARK YOUR CALENDAR
From Deb Smith
Trial Dates
Happy Happy Monday from Sorrento, FL...
ADCH Stunn is still snoozing.
She deserves it, she ran her heart out after
a summer hiatus...15 of 16 runs, some
really nice pieces, several Qs, another
Grand Prix!! and the ever elusive last
Jumpers Q for her ADCH! Took some doing
and some of it was not as pretty as I would
have liked, but it got done. Finally. As Susan
Bekaert would say, these dogs are "not for
the faint of heart". Would not have this girl
if not for Susan.. Thank...s to all my great
friends, Rita K Browning, Margal Myrick,
Jenn Dean, Kim Clancy, Rhonda Koeske and
so many others who were there cheering us
on and the Sirius Agility club. Your support
has been amazing, it has been a wonderful
journey with this girl and I have learned so
much along the way. Marco Magiolo, Ann
Braue, thanks for your help, support and
advice, it has really paid off...
Obedience Dog Club of
Jacksonville
October 10-11
Location: Jacksonville
Closing Date: Sept 23
IPOC
October 17-18
Location: Lakeland
Closing Date: Sept 30
Deb’s other “star” Nuddge . . .
Nuddge got her CGC from the American
Kennel Club on August 10th, she was 7.5
months old! She also passed her herding
instinct test at Leida Jone's Penny Careau
Farm in Lady Lake on August 8th. Three
accomplishments this season for the blue
baby dog, Novice Trick Dog, CGC and now
she is ready to Rock on Sheep!
Looking forward to Nationals in the Fall
and agility trial season coming up. Will post
a pix or video when I can get them set up to
share...(Oh and of course Karma, came
home to a dead (melted) refrigerator in the
middle of the night, but who cares!! Smiled
all the way home even in that horrid rain...)
Thanks also to my friends Beth, Cathi
Buckley, Scottie Wilson and the DOI crew
for the lovely ADCH bar, I will treasure it,
will definitely be at Dog On It Agility Club of
Central Florida in November for signing!!
Agility Peeps, you are the Bomb!!
Brevard County
October 24-25
Location: Melbourne
Closing Date: Oct 7
CFODC
October 30
Location: Eustis
Closing Date: Oct 14
Lake Eustis KC
October 31 – Nov 1
Location: Eustis
Closing Date: Oct 14
Hernando County KC
November 7-8
Location: Brooksville
Closing Date: Oct 21
Greater Ocala KC
November 14-15
Location: Ocala (outdoors)
Closing Date: Oct 28
Obedience Club of Daytona
December 5-6
Location: Daytona Beach
Closing Date: Nov 13
Additional Wins … Ruth
Hangartner’s “Smudge” (brother to Deb
Smith’s Nuddge) received his CGC and
Novice Trick Dog Titles. Smudge is now
starting to work on Beginner Novice
exercises. Atta boy Smudge!
ODTC
December 9-10-11
Location: Orlando
Closing Date: Nov 20
Clearwater KC
January 15
Location: Brooksville
Closing Date: Dec 30
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Planning You Don’t Want to Think About – but should. . .
By Dr. Marty Becker | Vetstreet.com
Do you have a plan for your pets if you die or become unable
to care for them? It’s not something that any of us like to
think about, but it may be a matter of life and death for our
pets. Because I am not getting any younger, it’s something
. myself — and I think it’s important that
I’ve had to consider
you do, as well.
There’s lots of good information out there about how to
include pets in a will or set up a trust for them. But while it’s
important to make sure that your pets are financially
provided for in the event of your death, that’s not the whole
picture. It’s also crucial to decide exactly who will care for
your pets or be in charge of finding them a new home.
Too often, I hear sad stories of old or sick animals being left
at shelters because an owner has become ill or disabled or
has died without making any plans for their pets. To make
sure that doesn’t happen to your beloved dog, cat, parrot or
other pet, take the following steps to find an appropriate
caregiver and develop a backup plan.
Who Gets Your Pets?
We rely on our families for so many things, including help
and support in emergencies. But while your siblings, parents
and children may be delighted to see and spend time with
your animals, don’t assume that family members are your
only — or even the best — option when it comes to caring for
your pets. They may be unwilling or unable to take your
animals into their home should something happen to you, or
they may not understand the best ways to find new homes
for your pets.
Instead of assuming that a family member will step up and
take responsibility for your pets, talk with your family and be
absolutely certain that they are willing and able to care for
your animals in the way that you would like. Be clear about
your expectations and about the amount of time and effort
involved in caring for your pet. Family members may be
more likely to agree to serve as a caretaker if they know what
they’re getting into. If your pets are thrust upon family
members without warning, however, your family may be
overwhelmed by the responsibility and may feel that a
shelter is the best — or the only — solution.
As an alternative to family, consider friends or neighbors
who have pets of their own, especially the ones who have the
same type of pet you do or whose animals know your animals
and get along with them. Choose someone you trust to care
for your pet in a loving and responsible way. If you feel able,
propose setting up a reciprocal agreement with them: “I’ll
take your pets if you’ll take mine.”
No matter who you choose, put the agreement in writing.
Include specific information about how you would like your
pets cared for — the type of food they eat, the veterinarian
they go to, their grooming needs, individual quirks, etc.
You and your potential pet guardian should both have a copy
of this agreement, and it should be included with your will or
other documents related to your estate. Revisit the agreement
every year or so to make sure it still works for both of you.
Think about limiting the number of pets you have as well so
that your chosen caretaker isn’t swamped with new animals
all at once, or make plans to place different pets with different
people.
I also recommend identifying a backup caretaker in the event
that your first choice is unable to care for your pets at the time
of your death or disability — people’s situations change, and it
is always possible that your caretaker may not actually be able
to take on a new pet when the time comes. The backup
caretaker should be someone who would be willing and able
to step in, either temporarily or permanently, to care for your
animals.
Look Beyond Family and Friends
What if you don’t have anyone in your circle of family and
friends who’s willing — or able — to take on your pets? You
may need to reconsider what you’re asking. You may not know
anyone who is willing to adopt your pets permanently, but you
probably know people who can help to find them a new
forever home and make sure they don’t end up sitting in a
shelter.
Talk to your veterinarian, your dog trainer, your pet sitter or
your groomer. These pet professionals know a lot of people
and may be willing to help spread the word about your pet’s
need for a new home, should something happen to you. Be
sure that your attorney or your executor knows how to get in
touch with this person and understands that he or she has
agreed to help find a new home for your pets.
If you are leaving the job of finding a new forever home to
someone else, put in writing a description of the best type of
home or family you would like for your pets. That will guide
your executor and your vet (or whoever it is that is helping rehome your animals) in making good placement decisions.
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THE HAPPY HEELER
Odds and Ends …
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
PLANNING continued from page 5
If you own a purebred dog or pedigreed cat, or if
you adopted your pet from a breed-rescue group,
you may not have to worry as much about finding
a new caregiver for your pet — his placement may
be limited by the purchase or adoption contract. In
other words, you may be contractually required to
return your dog or cat to the breeder or rescue
group in the event that you can’t keep him,
regardless of how much time has passed since you
purchased or adopted the pet. If that’s the case,
know that you’re dealing with a gold-star breeder
or adoption organization who has your pet’s best
interests at heart.
If you do have this type of agreement with a
breeder or rescue, it’s a good idea to stay in touch
with that person or group. Breeders and rescue
groups are always thrilled to hear how their
animals are doing, and any updates or photos you
might send them will be appreciated. Staying in
contact with your breeder or rescue group also
enables you to be aware of any policy changes or
changes to the business model. (Your breeder may
retire, for example, and not be in a position to take
your dog or cat back from you.)
Talk to the breeder or adoption organization about
your plans for your pets. If the pet is going back to
the breeder or rescue group, there may be specific
steps that you or your representative will need to
take in order to return your animal. Alternatively,
the breeder or rescue may be willing to sign off on
the person you’ve chosen to care for your pet or to
stand by to help place the pet if needed.
Be Clear About Your Wishes
No matter what your plans for your pets are, be
sure that your wishes for their care are clearly
spelled out, in writing, and that your executor,
attorney or another responsible party has contact
information for your chosen caretakers and can
deal with the situation immediately. You don’t
want your pets to be in legal limbo.
Sandy Jones’ TRAC
CFODC Officers
for 2016
Call for nominations for
officers for next year: If you
are interested in an office
please contact Fran Brown
for further details.
Be sure to authorize your executor to provide
funds for your pet’s care while your estate is being
settled. Costs may include not only food, grooming
and veterinary care but also the possible expense
of transporting the pet to his new home.
Next General Meeting:
Tues – September 15 , 2015
6PM
448 Club
Tavares, FL
Finally, make sure you set aside an appropriate
amount in a pet trust to help cover your pet’s
expenses for the rest of his life. It’s not fair to ask
someone to take on the full costs of an animal’s
care with little or no reimbursement. Once you
have done all this, you’ll rest easy knowing your
pet will have the best possible home when you are
gone. ♦
CFODC
2015 Training Schedule
October 12 – November 16
Basic and Novice Bridge Classes