The Beagle Bugler
March 2008
Sign up for Canine Good Citizen Seminar
Is your Beagle polite? Is he a joy to walk? A well-mannered host as well as guest when other people and dogs are around? If so, perhaps you and he could use some pointers on how to earn a Canine Good Citizens certificate. If not, perhaps you and he would like a crash course on how to get ready for the Canine Good Citizens test. Either way, you’ll get your opportunity on Saturday, May 10, when Pat Marlow will teach club members and their Beagles how to prepare for the Canine Good Citizen Test. The seminar will be at Misty Meadows Kennels in Damascus, Oregon from 2 to 5 p.m. There is no charge for this event, however, we do need you to contact Claudia Anderson to let her know that you will be attending. The seminar is limited to 10 Beagles and their handlers.
According to the AKC website, Canine Good Citizen “is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.”
The Columbia-Willamette Beagle Club will sponsor Canine Good Citizen testing on Sunday, June 1 in Orchards Park in Vancouver, WA.. This will be in conjunction with the Greater Clark County Kennel Club Fun Match. Times for these events will be available at a later date.
Demand AKC Papers
AKC is asking clubs to help with a recently approved a program called “Demand AKC Papers.” In this program, clubs place classified ads in their hometown papers that directs puppy buyers to www.demandakcpapers.com or www.puppybuyerinfo.com.
AKC says, “The thrust of this initiative is to inform puppy-buyers that they should seek an AKC dog when buying a family pet in order to receive the healthiest, happiest dog possible, and to connect people with the information they need to make smart decisions throughout this process.”
CWBC will be considering this request as we work on re-vamping our Breeder Referral program. You may want to check out the websites cited above to see if you think having CWBC participate is a good idea.
Properly Conditioned Dogs Make Great Companions
By Ellen Parr
A well-exercised dog is a joy to live with. But most people are not very good in making sure that their companions receive the exercise they need. If any of you watch “The Dog Whisperer”, you’ll know that Cesar’s first step is always to make sure the dog is properly exercised! He believes that many of the issues people have with their pets is due as much to pent up energy as it is to poor leadership by humans. As a person who works in the pet industry, I have to agree. And in addition to poor behavior, overweight, out of condition dogs can have significant health risks and their lives will be shortened.
So how do you start an exercise program with your dog? The first step is commitment to the program. You need to look at your lifestyle and see how best to fit in the time to walk or run with your dog. If you leave your dog(s) alone all day while you work as many of us do, the morning would be the best time. That way, you’ll tire them out and they’ll rest a good part of the day. Yes, you’ll probably need to get out of bed an hour earlier, but it will be worth it.
Start slowly, you don’t want to go for an hour walk the first day, especially if you are out of shape too! Start with 20 minutes, at a good brisk pace. In this time period, you may also have to work on leash manners so that your dog is walking loosely by your side. Training your dog to walk/run with you on a loose leash will make the experience much more pleasant for both of you. If you have multiple dogs, get other family members to help or take each dog out separately until you have them trained, then start walking them together.
Increase your time and pace gradually. If your goal is to run with your dog, start adding short jogging pieces into your walk and gradually work on increasing the run to walk ratio until you are running the distance you want to achieve. Always watch your dog for any lameness or stiffness and check his feet regularly for any abrasions. As your dog becomes more fit, you can consider adding a back pack and have your dog carry weight for an even better work out. He can also carry water for both you and him.
Some more tips:
▪ Puppies should not be running long distances until they are at least one year old.
▪ If the weather is hot, run early in the morning or evening to avoid overheating your dog.
▪ If you run on pavement, check your dog’s feet often.
▪ If a normally enthusiastic dog suddenly doesn’t want to go, make an appointment with your vet.
▪ If you are starting with an older dog, you may want to have a vet check before you start.
▪ Don’t feed your dog before exercise and let him cool down afterwards before offering a meal.
▪ Always start and finish with a short walk so that your dog has time to stretch his muscles before and after.
▪ If you have any health issues of your own, contact your own doctor before starting any exercise programs.
I know that time is at a premium for all of us and it may be difficult to work your schedule, but many experts believe that providing exercise to dogs is as important as food! Yes, it will be hard at first, but in no time, both you and your dog will be happier, in better shape, and looking forward to your daily walks.
BRAGS!
Congratulations to NEW CHAMPION Mtn Brook Pay Pat Garrett (13”). Garret finished his championship by going Winner’s Dog & BOS at the Saturday show in Albany. He was also Best Bred-by Exhibitor. On Sunday he moved up and took Best of Variety. Garret was bred and is owned by Duck & Pat Marlow, and handled by Pat.
Also, at the Linn County Kennel Club Shows in Albany, OR, on Saturday & Sunday, February 9 & 10:
At his first shows on both Saturday & Sunday, Mtn Brook Hymmer took 13” Reserve Winner’s Dog. He was bred by and is owned by the Marlows and Mary Clingingsmith. Pat and Mary shared handling.
On Sunday, Gem’s Straight to My Heart, took 13” Winner’s Dog & Best of Winners for a 4-point major. He was bred and is owned by Gary & Carolyn Miller, and handled by Carolyn.
On Sunday, Natalie Shaffer handled Murphy Creek’s Olympia MNFC to 13” Reserve Winner’s Bitch to the 4-pt. major. Natalie & Mike Shaffer own “Torie.”
On Saturday, TwainHeart’s Nantucket Sleigh Ride took 15” WD. “Corky” was bred and is co-owned by Claudia Anderson, and was handled by Pat Marlow.
Also at her first shows on Saturday & Sunday, Plum Ridge’s Nothing Else Matters won Reserve Winner’s Bitch (15”) and on Saturday, she also won Best Bred-By 15”. “Elsie” was bred and is owned and handled by Tracy Thun.
On Sunday, TwainHeart’s Ypsilanti Yahtzee took Reserve (15”). Yahtzee is bred by Claudia Anderson, co-owned by Claudia & Sherry Hinkel, and handled by Ellen Parr.
Connor Thun won the Open Junior class with Rachel (Talbot Hill's Just A Dream) on Sunday.
At the International Shows in Enumclaw on Saturday and Sunday, February 16 & 17:
Am. Ch. Mtn Brook Currency is now Int./Am. Ch Mtn Brook Currency. She was bred by and is owned by Pat & Duck Marlow. She was shown by Pat’s granddaughter for her first title on a dog.
Am. Ch. Mtn Brook Monetary Means is now Int./Am. Ch. Mtn Brook Monetary Means. She got three Group Threes and one Group One and a Reserve Best in Show, all out of Bred-by. She was bred by and is owned by Pat & Duck Marlow, and handled by Pat.
And at Petco in Vancouver on Saturday, February 9:
Jayne Bailey’s “Max” (CH. Applegate’s Max-A-Million) bred by Jean Applegate, won the “Best Kisser” Valentine’s contest, and won a big bag of dog food and lots of accolades!!!
Going-Out-of-Business Sale!
Saturday, March 15
2—6 p.m.
at Jean Applegate’s former home
Many items, including
Vari-kennels & wire crates
Grooming tables
X-pens
Dog bowls
Heat lamps
Whelping boxes
And much, much more!
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