Tuesday, March 22, 2022

UPCOMING AGILITY SHOW

MOORE COUNTY KENNEL CLUB – JUNE 9-12

LOCATION – Bon-Clyde Learning Center, 3030 Lee Avenue, Sanford, NC.
One ring, indoors on artificial turf. 
All levels of standard and JWW will be offered each day, 
other classes TBD.
JUDGE – Frank Gilmer
OPENS – Wed, May 25th; CLOSES – Friday, June 2nd
PREMIUM – coming soon!

Monday, March 21, 2022

COOL NEW BANNER

 We'll be breaking out our new Banner at Springfest and our Dog Shows. Be sure to remember to contact Ellen to volunteer a shift at Springfest, and Karolynne or Patty to volunteer for the Show.

Our new banner details the different charities Moore County Kennel Club supports.
The Dog World's support of our events
supports all of these very worthwhile ventures.


Wednesday, March 16, 2022

SPRINGFEST DEMONSTRATION SCHEDULE

 


Thank you to all those that volunteered to do demonstrations at 
Springfest on April 30, 2022.

Scent Work: Jane Hammett Bright
Grooming: Betty Chapman
Rally: Andrea Pogue
Therapy Dogs: Andrea Pogue
Obedience & Tricks: Ellen Pfann
Purpose Bred Dogs: Karolynne McAteer, Patty Pace and Carol Dowd

Anyone wishing to help out, please contact Ellen Pfann.

LOOKING FOR JUNIORS COMMITTEE

 WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE MORE JUNIORS?


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 Whether you would like consideration for leadership
or wish to serve on the committee,

Please contact President Jane Hammett Bright

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

AKC ON UKRAINE

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Our club voted unanimously to support this fund through our
Philanthropy Fund.

For More Info on their programs   ---   https://www.equiwent.org
 

MEMBERSHIP ZOOM MEETING - Wednesday, March 9, 2022 - 6:00 PM

 

The ZOOM meeting was called to order at 6:05PM by President Jane Hammett-Bright

In attendance were President Jane Hammett-Bright, Marjorie Riddle Watson Ellen Pfann, Karolynne McAteer, Kathleen Scheiderman, Nancy Wargas, Patty Pace, Bill Pace, Andrea Pogue, Betty Chapman, Carol Dowd Kamalbake, David Kirkland, Stephen Roman, Erica Brode, Lynette McMoran, Robert Robert Stolting, Ruth Stolting and Feli Joeller

Minutes of the February meeting were approved.

Treasurer, Betty Chapman, presented the treasurer’s report, with explanations of where we are today.

Betty reported that Charitable donations had been accomplished, with the exception of the police dogs for Pinehurst and Southern Pines.   Karolynne McAteer has visited both police stations to have discussions with the Canine handlers and about their needs.   Karolynne further commented that Moore County Sherriff Department has added a canine officer to their ranks.  She will reach out to see if they have specific canine needs.

Jane reported that there is no updated Agility report at this meeting. 

Jane further reported on the need to involve juniors, and the AKC’s reminder regarding a Juniors Liaison at the club.  There will be further discussion in April on this subject. 

See the description of the JUNIORS COORDINATOR from an earlier Barker.

Patty Pace made a report on where events at the May dog show were, in their process, and what committees for the show needed additional members.   Happily the parking committee is now completed.

Bill Pace reported on the needs of the site, and the days in which tents would be erected and then inspected.   Bill is looking for assistance during set up days, so at the April meeting we will finalize the needs of that committee.

Karolynne reported further on the show itself, and reminded us that this is a club event, and there are  still committees that need help.  (eg selling catalogues)  Again, this will be finalized at April meeting.

Karolynne and Patty reiterated the need for a judging schedule to be posted on our website, and Ellen reminded us that we need it early enough to make copies for the Springfest in Southern Pines on April 30 (one week before our show.

Ellen went over the Southern Pines Springfest schedule, from set up, through all presentations to the public, and by the time the call had ended, the slots were almost completely filled..  We could still have more help for the booth (so people have an opportunity to see a lot of different dogs), as well as set up and breakdown.

In closing, members discussed the issues in Ukraine for people and their pets, and the need to help.   MCKC voted to support the efforts via the AKC researched humanitarian efforts; there is a copy of the press release in Barker, with a link to donate.   

Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Minutes of the Moore County Members Meeting Wednesday, February 9, 2022

 The meeting was called to order by President Jane Hammett Bright at 6:05PM.

Corresponding Secretary / Webmaster:
Ellen Pfann discussed working  on the website and blog, so they both work in the same fashion, and offer more features.  More info on this topic as Ellen gathers options.

Ellen discussed a possible new URL for the website.  Discussion at this time seemed to surround retaining what is already known.  Again, more info forthcoming and hopefully when there are more members attending with ideas.

Membership:
  Report by Marjorie Watson on the state of new members, and to report that the current membership is up to date.   There are new members who have applied, but have not paid their dues yet, so she cannot add them to the membership list. 

Treasurer:
A treasurer’s report had been forwarded by Betty Chapman, and acknowledgement of three “thank you” note from Pet Responsibility, MIRA and Take the Lead.

May Dog Show:
Karolynne McAteer spoke briefly on the need for volunteers to run an efficient dog show in May.   So far no one has willingly stepped up to offer assistance with Vendors, Catalogue Sales, Parking assistance.   This will be pursued during the March and April meetings

Jane read a report from Bill Pace on the grounds and plans for set up at the Polo Field early in the week of May 2.  To date the plan is to have the tents fully erected and operational by Monday May 2 and to be inspected with fire extinguishers by May 3.    Golden Retriever events begin on Thursday May 5.  The MCKC shows begin on Saturday and Sunday May 7 and 8.

OLD BUSINESS
The MCKC support of our police dogs at Southern Pines police department and at the Pinehurst Police department.   Karolynne is set to visit those two departments during mid February.

NEW BUSINESS
Ellen reminded all of us that the Spring Fest is Saturday April 30 (the weekend before our show) and we have a double booth at this event.   Volunteers to help erect the booth and well-behaved dogs to meet and greet the public, are needed.  We will have printed judging programs to hand out for our show on hand .  It is a wonderful opportunity to let the general public know about MCKC.

Carol Dowd committed to ferns and flowers for the show, and for the photo set up.  They always make such a nice appearance at the Hospitality tent.

There being no additional business, the meeting was adjourned by Jane at 6:58PM.

Submitted by:  Karolynne McAteer, Recording Secretary

Monday, February 28, 2022

UPCOMING SPRINGFEST BOOTH

SPRINGFEST VOLUNTEERS WANTED.

Saturday, April 30, 2022
Ready to have fun with fellow members and our dogs.

DOGS / HANDLERS NEEDED:
"Therapists"
Breed Ambassadors
Demonstrations

MEMBERS:
Promote the Dog Show
Hand out Judging Schedules
Talk up MCKC
Talk about the Philanthropies we support.

Need 2-3 Members per shift
There is space in the cool tent to crate resting dogs.

SHIFTS
8 AM - 9:45 AM ---- Set Up
9:30 - 11:15 AM
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
12:15 PM - 1:30 PM
1:15 - 2:45 PM
2:30 - 4:00 PM
4:00 - 5:00 PM ------ Break Down


MCKC Members Rocked Springfest 2019
  

 

UPCOMING DOG SPORT

 Do you know of an upcoming dog event? Please let us know so we can share it.

FROM PRESIDENT JANE:

 


Hi all, 

I hope everyone is healthy and getting ready for SPRING!!!!. 

Our shows will be here before you know it. We need lots of volunteers and volunteering is a great way to get to know your fellow club members. Our march meeting will be by ZOOM due to conflicts with the Raleigh shows. Very hard on people driving back and forth to go to Raleigh and drive home, unload dogs and feed up, then head off to a kennel club meeting.

 Ellen will be sending out the required log in info before the zoom meeting. 

If there are jobs you feel confident in doing please speak up and attend the April meeting 'in Person'. The April meeting will be a dinner meeting at the Table On The Green. I encourage all who attend to order something to eat or take out.

The order of business for the ZOOM meeting will be as follows

CALL TO ORDER: 
Welcome and new people sign in and introduce yourselves
VP report If any
Recording Secretary report if any
Corresponding Sec report if any
Treasurer report
Membership
OLD BUSINESS:
Dog Show chairman Report and All her committee reports
Spring Fest Report and sign up for volunteers
Agility report up coming event
Police Puppy info
Any other OLD BIZ
NEW BIZ
LIST UP COMING EVENTS IN THE AREA
BRAGS
ADJOURN

 THANK EVERYONE FOR ATTENDING AND OFFERING IDEAS

 Jane Hammett Bright

AGILITY REPORT

 The Agility Trials went very well, and they were profitable, $3,232. The next will be at Bon Clyde in June.

PHILANTHROPY REPORT


 

TREASURY REPORT

 As of January 31, 2022:






UPCOMING EVENTS

  MARK YOUR CALENDAR:


Wednesday March 9, 2022 - 
Meeting - VIA ZOOM -  6pm
Conflict with Raleigh shows requires club to meet 
via Zoom for this meeting. 
Please be sure to log on. 

Monday, January 31, 2022

"BADMINSTER"

 Westminster may be postponed, but thanks to Saturday Night Live, we can still enjoy "BADMINSTER," LIVE from the Cujo Arena:



Wednesday, January 26, 2022

MOORE COUNTY KENNEL CLUB ANNUAL MEETING - January 12, 2022

 

Via Zoom, with officers, directors and club members attending.

2021 Moore County KC President, Patty Pace called the Zoom meeting to order at 6:02 PM

The first purpose of the meeting was to announce the election of officers.  As there was no opposition to the proposed slate of the nominating committee, the President, Patty Pace, cast a vote to accept the election of officers and directors.

President

Jane Hammett Bright

Vice President

Patty Pace

Treasurer

Betty Chapman

Recording Secretary

Karolynne McAteer

Corresponding Secretary

Ellen Mantel Pfann

Membership

Marjorie Riddle Watson

Board

Carol Dowd Kamalbake

Bill Pace

Ursula Walsh

 

Patty Pace reviewed the Premium List for the May dog show and asked for someone to step up to be Vendor Chair.   We anticipate that someone will offer to help coordinate the vendors by the next meeting.

Patty turned the meeting over to the newly elected President for 2022, Jane Hammett Bright.

An application was approved for new members James, Erica, and John Brody, who have Pembroke Welsh Corgis.

Karolynne McAteer asked that we review our charities, for year 2022, and that we catch up on charitable donations not written for 2021.   She asked that Take the Lead receive their check as soon as possible, as they are hosting a major fundraising event at the Raleigh shows in March. Karolynne also mentioned that she’d like to visit the police departments of Southern Pines and Pinehurst to speak with the police chiefs, and possibly the canine handlers, about funding a new dog via the AKC Adopt a k9Cop program.  It is a terrific offer that comes via AKC REUNITE to have the local dog clubs donate/raise $2,500 per dog and Reunite will kick in the remaining $7,500.   Regardless of the outcome of that conversation, MCKC will send, as usual, checks for $1,000 to each of the two police stations (both of whom have police dogs.)

There was a discussion about Juniors, and the AKC suggestion that every club have a Juniors Liaison focused on getting Juniors into our membership. Information will be provided to Jane, by Karolynne, to get the ball rolling.  There is also a very good book on the 4H presence in dogs, and we will get that book as well.

Ellen Pfann will update the officers and directors list and send the new list to AKC and update the website. Ellen asked that everyone send her their brags so she will have material for the BARKER.

Betty Chapman reported on the treasury and said there has not been much activity this first month, but she expects more with Agility checks coming in, and the start of vendors booking space for the MCKC show. Betty reports that the treasury is strong.

There was a discussion, led by Ursula Walsh, on locations for the upcoming Agility trials, and she will keep us posted. 

Meeting was adjourned at 7:05PM.

Submitted by Recording Secretary, Karolynne McAteer



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TREASURERS REPORT - November-December 2021





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Do you have any questions for Betty Chapman, Treasurer? 

AGILITY REPORT - April 2021 - January 2022

 Many thanks to Sandy Fischer and Ursula Walsh, as well as all the other volunteers making our Agility trials so amazing.


Comparison of the past four agility weekends, 
showing great success for this month's show 
despite the snow/ice storm complication.


UPCOMING EVENTS

 MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

Wednesday February 9, 2022 - 
Meeting - Table on the Green 6pm

SENIOR HUNTER PIPER!

 Kathy Scheidemann's Golden Retriever, Piper, earned her fourth pass in Senior Hunter. She is now Sandpiper's Golden Button SH, owned by Kathy and bred by Patty Pace.



ADOPT A K-9 COP

  


Through the Canine Support and Relief Fund, AKC Reunite works with AKC Clubs to donate K-9 police dogs to police departments around the United States. Many police department K-9 units are suffering budget cuts and they are unable to solicit money due to town and municipality codes. The donations from AKC Reunite and AKC Clubs allow the police department’s need for a new K-9 to become a reality. READ MORE HERE

AKC REUNITE encourages local dog clubs like MCKC to donate/raise $2,500 per dog and Reunite will kick in the remaining $7,500.   Regardless of the outcome of that conversation, MCKC will send, as usual, checks for $1,000 to each of the two police stations (both of whom have police dogs.)

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Lisa Schrank's Huntsman

 Multiple Group Winning BISS GCHS Ellemich The Huntsman 
shown winning Group 1. 
Judge Dennis McCoy Jan, 9, 2022. 
Clemson Kennel Club. 
Owned and loved by member Lisa Schrank & Gwendolyn Wells. 
Congratulations all around!!




NEWS FROM THE BIERERS. HUG YOUR DOGS.

 

 


We still have a hard time believing that our “Cody” GCH Victory’s Kodiak Grin and Bear It CDX JH WC is gone.  The cancer was fast and furious.  He was diagnosed on November 10th.  On November 11th, my field training group met and Cody got to do what he loved most, retrieve ducks.  That afternoon, I held him tight as we said good bye.  Cody was just 8 years old, the first we lost so young, and my first that left so much undone.  We had started entering Senior Hunt Tests and Utility Obedience Trials.  Fall was to be the culmination of years of work.  Sadly, not to be.

 We are grateful that Cody sired a wonderful litter of 10 in August 2020. 

 This was shortly after we had lost Rudy, our Hall of Fame dog, and we really weren’t emotionally ready for a puppy yet.  You know how that goes.  

We visited the litter at week 8 and took pick of litter, Mr. Orange, home with us.  “Peat,” now CH Victory’s Scotch N Soda CD JH, has made it all so much better.  He is 80 pounds of lap dog, beautiful, smart and talented. 

 Peat finished his championship on his first birthday and followed shortly after with obedience and hunt titles.  He brings us joy with his silly Flat-Coat antics and he is our devoted companion.



---Don and Susan Bierer

VENDOR CHAIR VOLUNTEER NEEDED!

 Each Year, MCKC Offsets Dog Show Costs By Bringing in Vendors

And every year, the Dog Show max's out its Vendor Space -- because it is a Win-Win proposition! For a small fee, we rent out an area for them to sell their wares --- at an event that saw 1200 dogs each day in 2021.

OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITY:
  • Contacting last year's vendors and asking if they'd like to repeat (most of our vendors are repeats).
  • Distributing and overseeing the signing of Vendor Contract.
  • Answering questions.
  • Prospecting new vendors if needed.
  • Coordinating with the Show Committee and Chair.
  • Working with Patty Pace to "learn the ropes."
If you have questions or interest, please contact Patty Pace.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED FOR JUNIOR PROGRAM

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE MORE JUNIORS?

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 Whether you would like consideration for leadership
or wish to serve on the committee,

Please contact President Jane Hammett Bright

Monday, January 24, 2022

Rescue Hounds Available

 Naomi Johnson says:

I have 2 sweet, gentle, wonderful hound girls looking for homes.  They came from terrible, neglectful conditions, and we rescued them from Hoke County Animal Shelter where they'd been for almost 5 months. 

Both are housebroken, great with dogs, cats, kids, walk well on a lead, and are learning basic commands.  We had them spayed and treated for heartworm.  Tally (with toys) is 6-8 years old and badly needed a dental.  Maddie (with cat) is 2-3 years old. 

If you are interested in either of them (or know anyone who might be) please call Naomi at (910) 528-6588.

 



American Kennel Club Expands its Pack in 2022

 

Mudi and Russian Toy 

Bring Recognized Breeds to 199

By 



Calling All Canine Heroes! Nominate a Dog for an AKC Humane Fund Award for Canine Excellence!

 By 
To celebrate the dogs who do extraordinary things in the service of humankind, the AKC Humane FundSM is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). Nominations are open now through July 1st and winners will be announced in late 2022. Winners will be highlighted in a made-for-tv special created by AKC productions.

2022 AKC National Championship Judging Panel Now Available

 The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 2022 AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18, 2022.



"Bayou" wins 2021 AKC National Championship

Friday, December 31, 2021

WHAT ARE YOUR DOG GOALS FOR 2022?

 We are onto an all New Year!

SHARING IS CARING!

What are your Dog Goals for the New Year?

What would you like to see our Club do?

Respond and share!




MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

 CALENDAR:

Wednesday January 12, 2022 - 
Annual meeting to vote in new Slate 
ZOOM MEETING 6PM
 

2022 Membership Dues were Due December 31, 2021

 

Due yesterday (oops)
Unpaid are delinquent.
To prevent lapse, please pay prior to February 1, 2022.


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HERE'S YOUR FORM



Sunday, November 14, 2021

UPCOMING

CALENDAR:

TREASURER'S REPORT

BETTY CHAPMAN REPORTS:

  • Income of $16,441 
  • Expenses of $13,008.21 
  • Net $3432.79, primarily from the Agility trial held at Bon-Clyde.
    •  Actual net attributed to Agility trials: $3454. 
  • Total assets of the club are now $82,936.24 
    • as compared to October 2018 at $59,996.14. 
  • Outstanding commitments include support of the Police Dogs at Pinehurst and Southern Pines, estimated at $2-3,500.    
See attached spread sheet for full details of the month of October, 2021.