CWBC Jan07 Bugler

Come see the Beagles chase dem rabbits at CWBC's 3rd and 4th SPO Field Trials on January 13 & 14, and February 17 & 18 at E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area, Monmouth, Or.

On January 13, Mindy White Wallace and Ken Jorgenson will judge 15" bitches while Jim Gee and Chuck Liebenrood will judge 15" dogs. On Jan 14, Jon Simonson and Chuck Liebenrood will judge 13" bitches and Jim Barnet and Mindy White Wallace will judge 13" dogs.

At the February trials, Vici Peters and Chuck Liebenrood will judge 15" bitches on the 17th. Jim Gee and Mindy White Wallace will judge 15" dogs. The next day, February 18, will be 13"s with Jon Simonson and Mindy White Wallace judging bitches, and Jim Barnett and Chuck Liebenrood judging dogs.

The cut off time for all trials is 8:00 a.m. with pre-measure at 7:30 a.m. The entry fee is $15.00. Melissa Winkelman is the Event Secretary for both sets of trials.

Angie Untisz, DVM attended the meeting. She has created an energy replacement shake for working dogs, including dogs who field trial and do agility. Her website is www.K9energy.com.

In the October 2006 "Purina Pro Club update," experts offered the following advice for keeping dogs safe and healthy during the winter months:

Make sure vaccinations are current. The stress of severe cold is greater for dogs in poor health.

Regularly check footpads for damage from rain, snow, or mud. If a dog has cracked or bleeding paws, consult a veterinarian.

Beware of antifreeze. Dogs are attracted to the sweet taste of ethylene glycol in antifreeze but it is toxic. If a dog licks antifreeze, prompt veterinary treatment is essential.

Straw and wood shaving are good bedding materials. Avoid using cedar or pine shaving as they could contain harmful chemicals.

And here's a tip your Beagle will love! You may want to feed your dog a little more. According to Bob West, Purina Director of Sporting for the Breeder-Enthusiast Group, "Dogs need 7 percent more calories for every 10 degrees the temperature drops below the moderate temperatures of spring and fall. If a dog is active in cold, adverse conditions, his caloric needs could double.

The Animal Poison Control Center of the ASPCA has managed a substantially increased number of cases involving xylitol poisoning in dogs. Found in sugar-free chewing gum, candy, and baked goods, xylitol is a sweetener that can cause serious and sometimes life-threatening problems for pets. The center managed more than 170 cases of xylitol poisoning in 2005, up from approximately 70 in 2004 according to a spokesperson at the center. As of August, the center has managed nearly 114 cases in 2006.

Dr. Eric Dunayer, the center's toxicology specialist reported they have begun to see problems developing from ingesting products with lesser amounts of this sweetener. Dogs ingesting substantial amounts of items sweetened with xylitol could develop a sudden drop in blood sugar, resulting in depression, loss of coordination, and seizures. Signs can develop quite rapidly, sometimes less than 30 minutes after ingestion of the product.

Kansas State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital offers a free 24 hour poison control hotline for pet owners and veterinarians.

is the number and the free service has been available since 1969. Although there is no 800 number and you will be charged for the call, the service itself is provided for no cost.

If you suspect your pet has ingested poison, call as soon as possible. Immediate attention might save your animal. Waiting to see if there is a reaction could cost your animal their life.

When you call, have any product labels available for answers. The vet might need to know milligrams and generic names.

Our Adventure to Long Beach and the Eukanuba Championship Show

By Carolyn Miller

Well, we had three of our dogs that qualified for the Eukanuba show...we decided to take one. My motto was " it was a pleasure to be nominated" . We started to make plans in October to go. I called the Hyatt and Westin Hotels, they were the closest hotels and also "host" hotels. WELLLLL they were already booked !!! I made reservations at another hotel that was 8 miles away and hoped we would figure out some way to get back and forth. I also put our name on the cancellation list with the AKC and to my surprise ,about 3 weeks before the show we got a ROOM at the Westin ! Yippeeee.

It was fun trying to pack a bag for DeDe, the dog we decided to take. I am so used to having everything in the motor home or in my grooming box I really don't think much about what I actually use every time we go to a show. Most important thing, of course THE DOG, is number one. After all this whole trip was because of THE DOG. Had to have her leash, food, two kinds of thinning scissors, the "blue stuff" for quick clean ups. FOOD, I tucked several baggies of food in and around our clothes and shoes. Several crate pads. Bottled water from home. I wasn't to sure about giving her LONG BEACH water. Chew toys, health certificate. Oh yea the Crate, very important. Then I tried to figure out what I was going to wear in the ring. I must admit I have been lazy this past year and have been wearing lots of pants in the ring ( that's a whole "nother subject). After figuring out what clothes to take, we were set to go. We drove down to Medford to catch a direct flight to LAX, what fun . Flying isn't one of my favorite things to do. Gary doesn't mind. After all he is retired Air Force. We found several other "doggie" people waiting anxiously for their dogs at a pick up station. All shapes and sizes. We got LOTS of ohhhs and ahhhhs, etc asking us if our beagle was a puppy etc, How cute etc.

The hotel was FULL of dogs...we had a great time just watching everyone walking their dogs. I am very proud to say I NEVER once saw a poop pile that someone forgot to pick up. I also never heard barking dogs all night in the rooms. At least not on our floor.

The excitement of the day of the show was to much. I EVEN had butterflies in my tummy. Haven't had that in years!! I was mad at myself because of it, I knew it would affect my dog. The noise was like a roaring train sometimes in the building. Whistling, clapping, screaming, just a constant roar. My little Dede had only been to about 8 shows total in her whole life...she wasn't ready. HOWEVER, I am very proud of the fact that my dogs were invited. The beagles at this show were all some of the best I have seen. It was the "who's who" of the beagle world. I love our breed and feel every beagle there was a good specimen.

I have a lot more respect for people that campaign their dog. It takes total devotion beyond the norm. I think everyone dreams of that "BEST IN SHOW "dog .

Will we go again..hummmmmm maybe. Not to sure about flying ALL the way to Florida.

See you at the dog shows.