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WELCOME NEW CNC MEMBERS!

Aleida Rios and Alan Lawson | Princeton, NJ Brian Lowell | Monrovia, MD Joseph and Eleni Partain | Broad Run, VA Rachel Teiman | Phoenix, MD Nicholas Karstetter and Charlotte Suttle | Reston, VA

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FALL CNC DONATIONS - 2

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OUR TOP PET HEALTH TIPS

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WMSBURG WEEKEND - 25

FERTILIZER AND MULCH

DANGERS FOR DOGS - 14

ARTHRITIS AND COLD

WEATHER... - 16

NOVEMBER: NATIONAL PET

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IN MEMORIUM - 20

FALL AND FOSTERS AND FALL

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UPCOMING EVENTS - 26

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(5) AnonymousPaul & Carole KatinasMike & Kathy PaxtonCharles & Sherry LaneKevin & Sharon CarltonKris & Jerry JirglJoan Fenwick (In Memory of Three PondsEvening Star “Venus”)Peggy & Joe Gibson (In Honor of Star)Cindy & John Flowers (In Memory of Sparkle)

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CNC Board Meeting Minutes for

July, August, and September 2019

July 17, 2019 | Meeting called to order at 7:32 pm Present: Chuck Basham (CB), Rose Miller (RM), Terry Mahon (TM), Brenda McKeel (BMK), Mike Weise (MW), Bennett Alford (BA), Kathy Paxton (KP), Paul Katinas (PK) Absent: Don Sharkey Guest(s): Dwight Gorsuch (DG), Julia Sharkey (JS), Tracy Smith (TS), Donna McConn (DMC) President, Chuck Basham

Open Meeting

Review Minutes from June 19, 2019 Meeting Officer Reports President – Chuck Basham

No Report Corresponding Secretary Report – Brenda McKeel

No Report Recording Secretary – Terry Mahon

Minutes submitted to Board for June 2019 Meeting

Motion made (KP) to accept the June 19, 2019 minutes as presented. Seconded (DS). No objections. Motion passed.

Treasurer Report 2019 –

Monthly Treasurer's Report – July 17, 2019

Beginning Balance: $24,416.77 as of 6.19.19

Checks Paid Under $100

Date Chk # Amount Reason

Total: $0.00

Checks Paid over $100 and Credit Card Debits– Need Board Approval


Total: $0.00

Deposits

Date Deposits Reason

6/24/19 $1,005.94 STRIPE – WT Registrations

7/1/19 $115.92 STRIPE – WT Registrations


7/12/19 $205.00 JS – Water Workshop Registrations

7/12/19 $55.00 DS – Regional Trophy Sponsorship Donation

Total: $1,536.32

Account Balance: $25, 953.09 as of 7.17.19

Certificates of Deposit

Date Deposits

#0287 $8,816.48 as of 7.17.19

Total: $8,816.48

No expenses (check written or Visa charges) this month. Motion made to accept the September Treasurer’s Report as amended (KP). Seconded (PK). No objections. Motion passed.

How withdrawals and refunds for water test entries work was discussed.

Committee and Event Reports Awards – Meredith Lynes Awards Committee – Dwight Gorsuch (ad hoc)

Working on policy Bear Fare – Brenda McKeel

The deadline for the summer issue of the Bear Fare Newsletter is July 31, 2019. Please email submissions for upcoming events to: [email protected].

BMK is resigning as the Bear Fare Editor following the fall 2019 issue. Anyone interested in the position should contact the board. BMK will send a blast email and also put in Bear Fare.

Brown Bag – Peggy Darling

Michele Miller and Tracy Smith will be doing brown bag at Water Test.

By-Laws Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton. Christmas Tree Pull(s) - Donna Foy, Christie Smith Sunday, December 1, 2019 Noon to 5 PM, Greenbrier Farms, 225 Sign Pine Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322 Event Contact: Donna Foy Saturday, November 30 and December 14, 2019 Bees and Trees Farm, 18028 Carrico Mills Road, Elkwood, VA 22718 Event Contact: Christie Smith Education – Cheryl Cavalier Facebook – Dotty Hudson/Donna McConn/Brad Cole/Alice Harwell Fall Fun Day – Chuck/Cookie Basham Sunday, September 22, 2019 10am to 3pm McLaren-Sargent Shelter Lake Accotink Park, Springfield, VA

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Insurance – Jim Wasson Membership – Paula McPherson New Member(s) for preliminary approval: Membership Report

Harold & Margie Kober Clifton, VA 20124 Sponsor: Paula McPherson

Motion made (KP) to move the Board grant preliminary approval to the one (1) new family members presented to the Board by membership. Seconded (PK). No objections. Motion passed.

I (KP) move to publish their names in the next issue of Bear Fare. Members opposing any new applicant have 30 days to object in writing to the membership chair. If there is no objection, the applicant(s) automatically becomes a member. Seconded (BMK). No objections. Motion passed

Membership Broadcasting – Brenda McKeel

The 2019 membership email list is built and will be used going forward for membership broadcasts effective November 1, 2018.

Please email: Brenda McKeel if you would like to send out any information or updates to the club members.

Member Development Committee – Elizabeth (Liz) McCully National Specialty Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton, Don Sharkey, Paul Katinas, Mike Wise, Elizabeth McCully

The Board was updated. NCA Representative – Chuck Basham

Regional Clubs filing IRS 990-n e-postcard (if a club has less than $50,000 in gross income).

Discussion about a Regional Club becoming a 501c (3) by IRS.

All clubs should consider upgrading their sites to https as Google and browsers will be deprecating non secure sites in the future (Marylou Zimmerman).

Nominating Committee (Ad Hoc) – Dwight Gorsuch, chair.

Donna Foy, Crystal Jeffreys; Alternates are Christine Gorsuch, Mike Paxton.

July 30th is deadline for nominees’ names to be submitted to Recording Secretary by the Nominating committee.

Nominees: Vice President – Rose Miller; Recording Secretary – Terry Mahon;

Treasurer – Mike Paxton; Members at Large – Cherish Foy, Liz McCully, Don Sharkey, Kathy Paxton (2 positions available).

KP made a motion to dissolve the 2020 ad hoc Nominating Committee. Seconded (BMK). No

objections; motion passed. CB and the board thanked DG and the committee for their work.

Pancake Walk – Lisa Lathrop – Done Property – Don Sharkey Publicity – Alice Harwell Rescue – Donna McConn

DMC reported that she will send a written report in a few weeks. There are 5 dogs in rescue and 4 more may be coming in. Rescue has taken in 15 this year so far. 2 dogs have been in since February.

Spring Fun Day – Brenda McKeel – Done St Patrick’s Day Parade – Liz McCully – Done St. Patrick's Day Parade – Dave Rothschild – Done Sunshine – Chris Gorsuch Ways and Means – Cookie Basham/Kathy Paxton

Selling off inventory; Cookie will not accept any new items for sale.

Will be selling items at Water Test. Website – Chuck Basham

Up to Date. Williamsburg Parade – Julia Sharkey and Mandy Walters

December 7, 2019 Williamsburg Luncheon – Donna Foy and Paula McPherson

December 7, 2019

Room reserved for lunch at Mainstay.

Working Dog – 2019 Working Dog Schedule Informal Draft Workshop(s) – Done Introduction to Water Work – Done Water Test, Codorus

Aug 16-18, 2019

Premium and NCA On-Line registration available

There was a discussion about holding the test if the minimum entry stated in the premium is not met.

Friday, August 16 - 4 entries

Saturday, August 17 - 26 entries

Sunday, August 18 - 25 entries. Water Weekends at Codorus – Done

DG reported that CNC and NewPenDel had a dual water training weekend at Codorus. There were 20 dogs on Saturday; new and experienced trainers. They will do again the first weekend in August.

Water Training Days Remaining:

July 25 | Aug 3-4 | Sep 7-8 2019 Draft Test

Draft Test scheduled for 15-17 Nov. 2019, Dorey Park, VA, Judges are Sue Raney and Pam Saunders.

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2019 NCA Regional Specialty and Supported Entry: Don Sharkey Oct 24 – Oct 27, 2019

Carroll County Agricultural Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr., Westminster, MD.

Cluster starts on Thursday, Oct 24; Supported entry Friday, Oct 25; Regional Saturday and Sunday Oct 26 and 27

LIBERATORE’S RISTORANTE AND CATERING ~ Westminster, MD

2019 Regional no updates everything going as planned.

2020 NCA Regional Specialty and Supported Entry: Oct 23 – Oct 25, 2020 Carroll County Agricultural Center 706 Agricultural Center Dr., Westminster, MD

Judging panel was forward to DS about a week ago. Saturday Regional James Reynolds. Sunday Regional Michelle Scott.

For those who are not familiar with them, both judges are from Canada, and Jim was the Newf judge at Westminster KC show in 2006.

Michelle is a well know Newfoundland judge in Canada.

Friday supported enter I have left open. I'm hoping that Lynne Hamilton will have completed all of her remaining items to become an AKC judge. If so, we will use her if not we will use a judge on the 2020 panel.

Sweeps judge have not been selected yet. Old Business: Ideas concerning CNC’s finances?

RM (chair of the finance committee) reported that she is putting together a committee and has done some reconnaissance work with other clubs before their meeting. Traditional ways of making money (ex t shirts) don’t seem to make that much.

She suggest we hold a Fast Cat event (a timed 100 yard dash where a dog chases a lure, an AKC event. FAST Coursing Ability Test) RM explained all the details: what it is, how it worked, how much money we could make, where we could have it (Ruritan club in Union Bridge, MD). Mr. Ching has all the equipment we would need; it would be open to all breeds.

Other possibilities:

Barn Hunt, open to all breeds.

Grooming seminar: done in a classroom setting; southern VA may be a good site. Charge for lunch.

Basics of water work for fun: for pet owners not interested in water test competition.

Trick Dog Training.

Lisa Clepp is a photographer who would come to events at no charge to the club.

Greg Strong handling seminar. RM will ask Sarah and Ariel if they would be interested in doing a seminar.

The name “pet owners” was discussed. We need a new name. Many pet owners think CNC is just for breeders or those interested in competition, or see members as snooty. We need to reach out to them with activities they might be interested in.

The board thanked RM for all her work and good ideas. TS volunteered to help RM with phone calls. New Business: Action Items: Next scheduled Teleconference August 21, 2019 Adjournment Motion made (KP) to adjourn the meeting at 8:43 pm. Seconded (BMK). No objections. Motion passed.

August 21, 2019 | Meeting called to order at 7:30 pm Present: Chuck Basham (CB), Terry Mahon (TM), Brenda McKeel (BMK), Mike Weise (MW), Bennett Alford (BA), Don Sharkey (DS), Kathy Paxton (KP) Absent: Paul Katinas (PK), Rose Miller (RM) Guest(s): Tracy Smith (TS), Liz McCully (LMC), Donna McConn (DMC), Julia Sharkey (JS) President, Chuck Basham

Open Meeting

Review Minutes from July 17, 2019 Meeting Officer Reports President – Chuck Basham



Minutes submitted to Board for July 2019 Meeting

Motion made (KP) to accept the July 17, 2019 minutes as presented. Seconded (DS). No objections. Motion passed.

TM will ask Brenda to send a blast email to the membership notifying club members of the nominated candidates and ask the membership for additional nominations. Due to the membership by August 31. Three members do not have email and TM will send them a written notice.

Additional nominations to the Recording Secretary by September 20.

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Treasurer Report 2019 – Mike Weise Monthly Treasurer's Report – August 21, 2019

Beginning Balance: $25,953.09 as of 7.17.19



7/25/19 STRIPE $80.00 STRIPE – WT Withdrawal

Total: $80.00



8/8/19 VISA $10.54 KP - StartMeeting

8/19/19 VISA $879.12 KP – Days Inn Westminster (Judges rooms WT)

7/25/19 STRIPE $160.00 STRIPE – WT Withdrawal

Total: $1,049.86

Deposits




8/20/19 $195.00 PM – Membership Renewals

Total: $540.44

Account Balance: $25,363.87 as of 8.20.19


Date Deposits

#0287 $8,816.90 as of 8.21.19

Total: $8,816.90

Motion made to accept the April Treasurer’s Report as corrected (KP). Seconded (BMC). No objections. Motion passed.

Motion made (KP) to approve the expenditures over one hundred dollars ($100). Seconded (BMC). No objections. Motion passed.



The deadline for the fall issue of the Bear Fare Newsletter is October 31, 2019. Please email submissions for upcoming events to: [email protected].

BMK is resigning as the Bear Fare Editor following the fall 2019 issue. Blurb in the next Bear Fare.

CB - Still no responses for a replacement. Paula McPherson volunteered to do the blast emails.


Brown bag netted $225 at water test. Michelle Miller did a great job at the water test.

By-Laws Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton. Christmas Tree Pull(s) - Donna Foy, Christie Smith Sunday, December 1, 2019 Noon to 5 PM, Greenbrier Farms, 225 Sign Pine Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322 Event Contact: Donna Foy Saturday, November 30 and December 14, 2019 Bees and Trees Farm, 18028 Carrico Mills Road, Elkwood, VA 22718 Event Contact: Christie Smith Education – Cheryl Cavalier Facebook – Dotty Hudson/Donna McConn/Brad Cole/Alice Harwell Fall Fun Day – Chuck/Cookie Basham Sunday, September 22, 2019 10am to 3pm McLaren-Sargent Shelter Lake Accotink Park, Springfield, VA Finance – Rose Miller (ways of generating revenue)

Fast Cat

Barn Hunt

Grooming seminar

Basics of water work for fun

Trick Dog Training

Handling seminar Insurance – Jim Wasson

We are now approaching the time for some insurance renewal processes to begin. Current CNC liability insurance policy expires Oct 9th. I have initiated action with the agent to ensure that renewal processes (whatever may arise this year) have plenty of time for resolution. As for other CNC policies, current CNC Volunteer Accident policy is good until Feb 26, 2020, and CNC Bonding Insurance policy is good until Jan 15, 2022.

Membership – Paula McPherson New Member(s) for preliminary approval: Membership Report

Laura B Showalter Harrisonburg, VA 22801

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Motion made (KP) to move the Board grant preliminary approval to the one (1) new family members presented to the Board by membership. Seconded (TM). No objections. Motion passed.

I (KP) move to publish their names in the next issue of Bear Fare. Members opposing any new applicant have 30 days to object in writing to the membership chair. If there is no objection, the applicant(s) automatically becomes a member. Seconded (BMK). No objections. Motion passed

The membership renewal form is up on the CNC website and renewals have started to come in. Those without an email address have been mailed a renewal form.



Please email: Brenda McKeel if you would like to send out any information or updates to the club members.

Paula McPherson will take over membership broadcasting.

Member Development Committee – Elizabeth (Liz) McCully National Specialty Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton, Don Sharkey, Paul Katinas, Mike Wise, Elizabeth McCully NCA Representative – Chuck Basham Nominating Committee (Ad Hoc) – Dwight Gorsuch, chair. Pancake Walk – Lisa Lathrop – Done Property – Don Sharkey Publicity – Alice Harwell Rescue – Donna McConn

Colonial Newfoundland Rescue Report for CNC – August 2019

Intake and adoption report from 01/19 – 08/19: 4 dogs were taken in 2018 and remained in rescue in 2019. All have been adopted. Annie, Banks, Belushi (2017), Shiloh.

14 dogs were taken in 2019 and we currently have 3 in rescue:

Bear – he remains with his foster who will most likely adopt him.

Duncan – adopted

Gia - adopted

Heidi – is an 8-month old who is fostered by Donna. She is not totally house broken. She is still intact, but we would prefer to wait until she has her first cycle before spaying. We do have a potential adopter.

Jeffrey – adopted

Jem aka Koa – adopted

Marley – adopted

Mia – adopted

Oreo – is fostered at Donna’s. He has resource guarding issues. No kids.

Samson – adopted

Sonny – adopted

Teddy AKA Eddy – fostered with Dave – previously with Donna. He has had previous issues with other dogs. He never had any training with previous owners. Dave is working with him. Might have an adopter.

Tula – adopted

Wilson – adopted

2 dogs we assisted with a private adoption: Bella, Cardi

We turned down 1 dog that had bitten.

Several other inquires have been made about surrendering but did not come through.

Treasurer’s Report: 2019 Revenue: $11,057 2019 Expenses: $13,629

Annie: $2,185 – had a tumor that was cancer

Jeffrey: $2,034 – transported back to rescue from California (raised $2100 for him)

Oreo: $1,859 & Teddy: $1,638 – long term fosters with behavioral issues

Net Assets: $28,578

General - $22,353

OAR: $6,225 BOD Elections: Vice President, Secretary and one member at large will be elected this year. E-mail to go out to our members by the end of this month. Interested members in running for a position will be required to submit their name and a bio by September 30, 2019. Elections will take place in October and elected board will be announced at the CNC meeting in December. 2019 Rescue Events:

Possibly Reston Pet Fiesta Home for the Holidays if they do it, Whitehall Farms. Christmas Parade is still being considered for the week after the CNC Williamsburg parade. Locations in Northern Virginia are being considered. In addition, Paula McPherson might do a Christmas parade in the south.

Newsletter: Rescue’s first Newsletter was a success. Will we look at doing quarterly newsletters next year that would be done in a month apart from the CNC newsletter? Rescue donations will be listed in the Rescue Newsletter. Calendar Contest:

The calendar contest for our club and rescue will start September 1. All entries and voting will take place for 30 days. Entries for the contest are $20.

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Photos entered must be good quality. No people in the photos. Votes are $1 a piece or $20 for 25 votes. Contest will be on the websites and on FB. Individual calendar date blocks can be purchased for $10. This guarantees a place in the calendar. First place winner gets calendar cover, Second place is January and so on. We will try to put all entries somewhere on the calendar.

Calendars can be purchased for $20 plus shipping. If picked up at one of our events in December no shipping charges.

See https://agprescue.org/calendar-contest-order-page/ for more information about the contest. Dates that are known for CNC events can be put on the calendar. E mail them to Donna. BMK will put a blurb about the calendar in the next newsletter. BMK needs a rescue report for the next newsletter. CB will send one to BMK in doc format so she can edit.

Spring Fun Day – Brenda McKeel – Done St Patrick’s Day Parade – Liz McCully – Done St. Patrick's Day Parade – Dave Rothschild – Done Sunshine – Chris Gorsuch Ways and Means – Cookie Basham/Kathy Paxton


We still have 6 bins of items. Very successful selling items at Water Test – at least $780 for tee’s, etc. Best ever at a single event.

KP proposed having canvas bags made with one of the “Four Seasons” prints at the Spider Web. We have a coupon for a 20% discount. Some have already been made for judge’s gifts and they turned out very nice. KP will take care of selling (on the website) and shipping.

TM made a motion to spend up to $200 for bags at the Spider Web; BA seconded the motion. No objections; motion passed.

Website – Chuck Basham

Up to Date. Williamsburg Parade – Julia Sharkey and Mandy Walters


December 7, 2019

Room reserved for lunch at Mainstay.

Working Dog – 2019 Working Dog Schedule Informal Draft Workshop(s)

March 2, 2019, Crump Park - Done

Saturday Oct 12, 2019 Crump Park – Planned – Christie Smith

Introduction to Water Work – Done Water Test:

TM reported there were 2 new WD, 3 WRD requalifiers, and 0 WRDX. The Swedish Vallhund passed the WD exercises. DS brought up two items: 1. We need to rethink having a three day test. There were only 4 entries on Friday (3 WRDX and 1 WRD requalifier); lots of people are needed to steward for the WRDX; extra judges expenses; we could have had the WRDX tests on Saturday and Sunday. 2. Let’s refund the entry fee for an entrant who missed the check in time on Sunday because of car trouble. The WT committee (DS, JS, and TM) agreed on refund. TM will use the Stripe account to issue a refund.

TM – the judges had suggestions – have a tent, chairs, and a cooler on the beach for the judges. CNC has two tents; if the WDC needs more they can used their dedicated funds and they don’t need board approval.

Water Test, Codorus – Done Water Weekends at Codorus – Done Water Training Days Remaining:

Sep 7-8 2019 Draft Test


2019 NCA Regional Specialty and Supported Entry: Don Sharkey Oct 24 – Oct 27, 2019

Carroll County Agricultural Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr., Westminster, MD.



2019 Regional no updates everything going as planned; the premium list is out. (DS).



Old Business: New Business: Action Items:

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Next scheduled Teleconference September 18, 2019 Adjournment Motion made (KP) to adjourn the meeting at 8:33 pm. Seconded (BA). No objections. Motion passed.

September 18, 2019 | Meeting called to order at 7:30 pm Present: Chuck Basham (CB), Rose Miller (RM), Terry Mahon (TM), Mike Weise (MW), Bennett Alford (BA), Don Sharkey (DS), Kathy Paxton (KP), Paul Katinas (PK) Absent: Brenda McKeel Guest(s): Dwight Gorsuch (DG), Julia Sharkey (JS) President, Chuck Basham

Open Meeting

Review Minutes from August 21, 2019 Meeting Officer Reports President – Chuck Basham



Minutes submitted to Board for August 2019 Meeting

Motion made (KP) to accept the August 21, 2019 minutes as presented. Seconded (DS). No objections. Motion passed.

Treasurer Report 2019 –

Monthly Treasurer's Report – September 18, 2019

Beginning Balance: $25, 363.87 as of 8.20.19



8/26/19 2275 $40.00 Aleida Rios – WT Refund

9/3/19 2277 $30.43 KHolsey – Printing Reimbursement WT

Total: $70.43



8/26/19 2276 $104.67 TMahon – Printing Reimbursement WT

9/9/19 2278 $1,177.00 Insurance Payment

9/5/19 VISA $160.00 KP – Trophy Purchase NCA National Specialty

Total: $1,441.67

Deposits


8/20/19 $225.00 Brown Bag Income - WT

8/20/19 $780.00 W&M Income - WT

9/3/19 $500.00 Registration Income – WT

9/3/19 $44.00 W&M Income – WT

9/10/19 $22.00 W&M Income – WT

9/21/19 $219.78 (VISA) Reimbursement to VISA – Days Inn Westminster – WT Judges Rooms

Total: $1,790.78

Account Balance: $25, 642.55 as of 9.18.19


Date Deposits

#0287 $8,817.13 as of 9.20.19

Total: $8,817.13

Motion made to accept the September Treasurer’s Report as amended (KP). Seconded (KP). No objections. Motion passed.



Please email submissions for upcoming events to: [email protected].


Hello all, I will be hosting a brown bag auction at our regional in late October. I will be needing donations and items for the auction. We have very little for the auction at this time. I will also be selling the 4 season prints that we have left, last call! Michele Miller filled in for me at the water test while we were in Alaska and did a fantastic job! This is what we need, to train new volunteers to help our members when in need. Thanks so much Michele for stepping in to help our Gentle Giants. Job Well done!!!

By-Laws Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton. Christmas Tree Pull(s) - Donna Foy, Christie Smith Sunday, December 1, 2019 Noon to 5 PM, Greenbrier Farms, 225 Sign Pine Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322 Event Contact: Donna Foy Saturday, November 30 and December 14, 2019 Bees and Trees Farm, 18028 Carrico Mills Road, Elkwood, VA 22718

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Event Contact: Christie Smith Education – Cheryl Cavalier Facebook – Dotty Hudson/Donna McConn/Brad Cole/Alice Harwell Fall Fun Day – Chuck/Cookie Basham Sunday, September 22, 2019 10am to 3pm McLaren-Sargent Shelter Lake Accotink Park, Springfield, VA

CB reported that the AKC evaluator cannot be there. RM volunteered to judge the CGC test, and the Trick Dog (if entrants bring their own props). Thank you Rose! CB will ask BMK to send a blast email.

Finance – Rose Miller (ways of generating revenue)

Fast Cat

Barn Hunt

Grooming seminar

Basics of water work for fun

Trick Dog Training

Handling seminar

DS suggested nose work (scent discrimination). Anne Nored is doing a demo at the National, and could teach a class for CNC if there is interest.

Insurance – Jim Wasson

Club is now covered for liability for another year. Other forthcoming renewal is Volunteer Accident, by 2/26/20. Bonding Insurance isn’t due for renewal until 15 Jan 2022 (3 yr. policy).

This is for renewal of CNC’s Volunteer Accident and Medical Coverage policy which expires next February. Premium is the same as last year. CB told JW it is Ok to proceed with this.

Membership – Paula McPherson New Member(s) for preliminary approval: Membership Report September 18, 2019

Shellie Ridder Fredericksburg, VA 22407 Jenni & David Arnett Mercersburg, PA 17236

Motion made (KP) to move the Board grant preliminary approval to the two (2) new family members presented to the Board by membership. Seconded (PK). No objections. Motion passed.

I (KP) move to publish their names in the next issue of Bear Fare. Members opposing any new applicant have 30 days to object in writing to the membership chair. If there is no objection, the applicant(s)

automatically becomes a member. Seconded (BA). No objections. Motion passed



Please email: Brenda McKeel if you would like to send out any information or updates to the club members. Paula McPherson will take over next month (October).

Member Development Committee – Elizabeth (Liz) McCully National Specialty Committee (Ad Hoc) – Kathy Paxton, Don Sharkey, Paul Katinas, Mike Wise, Elizabeth McCully NCA Representative – Chuck Basham Pancake Walk – Lisa Lathrop – Done Property – Don Sharkey Publicity – Alice Harwell Rescue – Donna McConn Spring Fun Day – Brenda McKeel – Done St Patrick’s Day Parade – Liz McCully – Done St. Patrick's Day Parade – Dave Rothschild – Done Sunshine – Chris Gorsuch Ways and Means – Cookie Basham/Kathy Paxton


Artist Dee Craig is donating some of her original artwork. Ways and Means will use it as fundraisers at CNC events. KP will not order the bags discussed at the last meeting.

Website – Chuck Basham

Up to Date; the flyer is out and on the website; Mandy did a great job on the flyer.

Williamsburg Parade – Julia Sharkey and Mandy Walters


December 7, 2019

Room reserved for lunch at Mainstay; CB will bring drinks and items left over from the fall picnic; JS will order lunch.

Awards – CB will email Meredith Lynes to see if she is doing the awards this year.

Awards were discussed: our award season now ends on October 31 and awards are presented at the Annual meeting, usually the first Saturday in December with the Williamsburg parade. This is a short amount of time to prepare. Two to three months lead time would be better. Changing the award year to a calendar year was discussed, along with what kind of CNC event

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would be best to hold the awards presentation (ex, a spring regional).

DG will write a recommendation for the board.

Working Dog – 2019 Working Dog Schedule Informal Draft Workshop(s):

March 2, 2019, Crump Park – Done

Saturday, October 12, 2019, Crump Park – Planned – Christie Smith

Introduction to Water Work – Done Water Test, Codorus – Done Water Weekends at Codorus – Done 2019 Draft Test


Donna Foy sent the premium to CB and he will put it on the CNC website.

2019 NCA Regional Specialty and Supported Entry: Don Sharkey Oct 24 – Oct 27, 2019 Carroll County Agricultural Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr., Westminster, MD.



2019 Regional no updates everything going as planned.



Old Business: New Business: The following is from Dwight Gorsuch: While members are still thinking about water training, do we have our dates at Codorus set up for next year? DG suggested contacting Codorus soon, and reserve as many dates as possible. JS will contact Cindy Williams, our Codorus contact, tomorrow. We will try for every other weekend, and a day during the week. When our Codorus dates are in place DG would propose a CNC formal water training seminar next June or July. This workshop would have an advanced level—we would bring in an instructor. We would conduct a seminar related fund raiser and charge a fee so the event would be self-funded. If the board approves, Alice Harwell and DG will take the lead to organize.

TM: Since there are 4 nominations for the 2 Member at Large positions, we will have an election this year. So far, there are no additional nominations from the membership. Those nominations are due on September 20. Action Items: Next scheduled Teleconference October 16, 2019. Adjournment: Motion made (KP) to adjourn the meeting at 8:42 pm. Seconded (RM). No objections. Motion passed.

Friendly Play Reprinted from NCA e-Notes October 2019

Socializing your puppy of course means your dog will come into contact with other dogs, and no socialization program is complete if it does not give your Newfoundland the opportunity to interact freely with other canines. Because such interactions are likely to be a part of your dog’s entire life, it’s important to know what “good” interaction between dogs looks like. Of course, a brief note like this cannot explore the complexities of canine interaction, and you are encouraged to look into any of the many good books and other resources discussing appropriate dog interactions and what to look for, but a few basic tips can help get you started. Young dogs may be hesitant around older, larger dogs, so the fact your puppy doesn’t immediately rush into a game of chase or rough and- tumble may only mean that he or she needs a few minutes to get adjusted to a new scene and new activities, so don’t immediately assume your puppy isn’t up for any social interaction. At the same time, never force your dog into an interaction with another dog; that’s a recipe for trouble. Let your dog tell you what he or she is comfortable with. Dogs that don’t want to interact with other dogs will typically look away from the other dog, almost as though they are pretending the other dog is not there, so that’s a reliable sign to watch for. It’s normal for dogs to approach each other a bit hesitantly, often approaching with a “sideways” movement – that’s a good start, for it means the dog is exposing itself, which in the canine world is an appeasement gesture, signaling that there are no hostile intentions. While a wagging tail is often taken for another friendly gesture – and it often is exactly that – don’t rely on that exclusively for evidence that your dog, or the dog your puppy is interacting with, is “happy” and ready to play nicely. That may well be the case, but dogs sometimes wag their tails under the influence of other emotions, not all of them quite so positive. Of course the most well-known and recognizable sign of friendly play is the famous “play bow,” in which the dog will lower the front of its body while spreading its front legs forward and out. (In some dogs this gesture is dramatically evident; in others, it can be fairly subtle.) This is an invitation

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to play and usually signals good times ahead, but always supervise any play in which your puppy is involved. Even friendly play sessions with well-socialized dogs can at times turn rough, so never let your dog play with another dog unsupervised. Be aware that even friendly play can seem surprisingly rough to humans who don’t have lots of experience watching dogs interact freely; even the most innocent and well-meaning dog play can involve flashing teeth, barking, the occasional growl, body slams, and more. Again, a brief note like this can only brush the surface of a complex matter on which even experts do not always agree. The best thing a new puppy owner can do is seek out additional information (the works of highly respected animal behaviorists such as Patricia McConnell and Stanley Coren are an excellent place to start) and, always, closely watch his or her dog and – in a twist on the usual advice for living with dogs – follow your dog’s lead.

Does Canned Pumpkin Help with Dog Diarrhea? Posts by: Dr. Nancy Kay, DVM, DACVIM; Reprinted from Airpark Animal Hospital October Newsletter. Jack-o-lanterns, Halloween decorations, Thanksgiving, and pumpkin pie, this is certainly the pumpkin season. But, do you know that pumpkins can be important year-round for some pets? Canned pumpkin is a commonly prescribed dietary additive for some gastrointestinal maladies. From diarrhea to constipation, pumpkin can be a dogs (or cat’s) best friend. What is canned pumpkin? Canned pumpkin that’s recommended by veterinarians is nothing more than pumpkin that has been pureed. It is a source of fiber that is low in fat and cholesterol. When purchasing canned pumpkin at the grocery store it is important to read the label carefully. Pie-filling canned pumpkin has added ingredients such as sugar, fat, and various seasonings. It is the pure pumpkin product that veterinarians recommend. [Editor’s Note: Not everything pumpkin flavored is safe for dogs. Make sure you are only using product recommended by your veterinarian.] How can pumpkin help dogs? Canned pumpkin can provide a number of health benefits based primarily on its fiber content. Be forewarned that canned pumpkin is mostly water, to the tune of approximately 90%. This means that the content of fiber is not nearly as much as is found in Metamucil®.

Pumpkin isn’t a be-all and end-all remedy for cats and dogs with gastrointestinal issues, but it is a reasonably harmless thing to try. If this has you thinking, “Hmm, maybe I’ll give canned pumpkin a try,” I urge you to consult with your veterinarian before doing so. In some cases, added fiber could cause more harm than good. All this being said, your veterinarian might suggest canned pumpkin be used in the following ways for some dogs:

For diarrhea: Fiber can act as a sponge that absorbs excess water within the gastrointestinal tract. Diarrhea has a myriad causes, and added dietary fiber can benefit some of them.

For constipation: When there isn’t excess water in the

gastrointestinal tract, fiber can help draw in water and ease stool passage. Fiber can also create bulk within the colon that helps alleviate constipation for some animals.

For weight loss: Pumpkin provides a relatively low

calorie way to give an animal the sense of a full stomach. This can make the reduction of overall food quantity more tolerable for the dieting animal.

How much pumpkin should you feed? The amount of canned pumpkin needed to provide benefit will vary from dog to dog, so check with your veterinarian. For example, a Chihuahua may require only a teaspoon per meal, whereas a half cup may be required for a Great Dane. As with

any dietary additive, it’s best to start small and then work your way up to the appropriate amount. Some animals don’t much care for this different tasting orange substance in their food bowl-- another reason to begin with only a small amount that is more readily disguised. If you are feeding your dog only a small amount of pumpkin daily, you may not use an entire can before it spoils. Consider placing the pumpkin in ice cube trays and freezing. Blocks can then be thawed as needed. Questions for your veterinarian

Might my pet benefit from the addition of canned pumpkin?

How much canned pumpkin should I feed and how frequently?

What should I be watching for once the pumpkin is started?

If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian -- they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets.

Photo by Sandra Stultz

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Our Top Pet Health Tips for Autumn Posts by: Matt Henry, Lifestyle Contributor Reprinted from Airpark Animal Hospital October Newsletter. Keep your furry friends healthy and happy this fall! Ahhh, Fall! This time of year means football, crisp air, colorful foliage and even, depending on where you live, a little bit of snow. It’s a great time to get outside with your pet; for a dog, there’s nothing like a romp in the leaves, while for cats, midday sunbeams have never felt better as the days get shorter and the nights get colder. When it comes to keeping your pet healthy and helping him enjoy fall to the fullest, there are some things to keep in mind. Read on for our top fall pet tips. #1. Watch out for ticks in fall Just because fall is here doesn’t mean that ticks aren’t still lurking. In fact, according to the University of Rhode Island, many species of ticks are active even into the winter and can survive the first frost. Here are some tips to keep your pet tick-free this fall: Don’t let ticks cozy up. Eliminate their favorite environments, such as leaf and garden litter, where ticks can sometimes survive even into winter. Check for ticks frequently. Continue using tick control and repellent products, especially if you spend a lot of time outdoors with your pet enjoying activities like hiking, camping, or hunting. Ask your veterinarian about regular screening for tick-borne infections. (The Companion Animal Parasite Council recommends screening annually for tick-borne infections.) #2. Beware rat poison and other rodenticides Fall is the time of year when mice, rats, and other rodents start to scurry for warmth. And where do they find it? You guessed it – your home! Be careful when it comes to mouse traps and rodenticides like rat and mouse poison. Nobody wants an infestation of mice, but many poisons that are currently on the market can be very harmful to dogs and cats. Direct ingestion can be deadly. Make sure you talk to your veterinarian about methods of pest control that are safe for your pets. Even if you don’t have a rodent problem or choose to deal with mice and rats humanely using live traps, you never know what methods your neighbors are using. The carcasses of rodents that have been killed by rodenticides can also be dangerous, so if you see the telltale tail dangling from your pet’s mouth, make sure he drops it and keep an eye on him, and if you think your pet has eaten any of the rodent, contact your veterinarian immediately. #3. There is a fungus among us! In some regions of the country, fall is just as wet as spring. That means that more mushrooms dot backyards and forest floors. While most mushrooms are perfectly safe, there’s a

small percentage that are highly toxic to our furry friends (and to us!). Check out this handy guide from the ASPCA to stay informed about toxic mushrooms, and if you think your pet has gobbled up a toxic mushroom, contact the ASCPA Animal Poison Control Center immediately! #4. Feed your pet right It’s getting colder out there, and cool temperatures mean more energy is needed to stay warm. You’ll probably need to feed your pet a bit more food – food generates body heat, so pets who spend a lot of time exercising outdoors need to eat more than in the summer. However, don’t start dishing out more food just yet – make sure you talk to your veterinarian first, as every pet’s needs are different. Chocolate#5. Watch out for antifreeze toxicity In preparing for the winter months ahead, people tend to use fall to winterize their cars. This often involves changing fluids such as antifreeze, which can be deadly for pets. Consider this: one to two teaspoons of the stuff can kill a 10-pound dog! Less can kill a 10-pound cat. 1 Part of the problem is ethylene glycol, a substance in antifreeze that has a sickly-sweet smell that entices pets to lap it up. That’s why it’s important to clean up spills immediately and make sure your pets steer clear of the garage while you’re working on your vehicle. Read our in-depth article to learn more about the dangers of antifreeze and other automotive fluids. #6. Beware chocolate and hearty foods The fall and winter parallel our holiday seasons, when we ramp up our intake of hearty, heavy foods and sweets. It’s important to make sure your pets don’t get into any foods that can make them sick; for dogs, this means chocolate, grapes, and raisins are off limits because they are toxic. Just because some foods aren’t technically considered toxic to pets doesn’t mean they’re safe. Rich, high-fat foods can cause stomach problems such as diarrhea and gastroenteritis and even more serious conditions like pancreatitis. Also, think about small food items that can be choking hazards, like turkey bones around Thanksgiving. Talk to your veterinarian to make sure you know what’s safe and what’s not. #7. Be careful with decorations Holidays mean decorations! But be careful about leaving irregularly shaped objects and trinkets around the house. While you might like to get into the seasonal spirit, dogs and cats do too – in the form of sampling, say, decorative gourds or other fall props. Eating strange objects can be dangerous and lead to foreign body obstruction. Learn what to watch for, including symptoms, in our in-depth article about foreign body ingestion. If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian – they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets.

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Aging Isn't a Disease, It's Normal Posts by: Dr. Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ Reprinted from Airpark Animal Hospital September Newsletter. Dr. Phil Zeltzman is a mobile, board-certified surgeon in Allentown, PA. Find him online at www.DrPhilZeltzman.com. He is the co-author of “Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound” (www.WalkaHound.com). Common questions I hear from clients include "Is he too old for this surgery?" and "Do you think it's worth it to her because of her age?" Invariably, and with a smile, my answer is "Age is not a disease." This answer is more serious than it sounds (My "mature" clients actually love that quote!). Cancer, kidney malfunction, and a hormone imbalance -- those are diseases, which can be treated. But age in and of itself is not a disease. Granted, organs do deteriorate as a dog or a cat ages. This is why we do a physical exam and recommend full blood work and a urinalysis before anesthesia and surgery. We routinely see older pets with normal kidney function, normal liver function, normal red blood cell counts, and normal everything. If one or several values are abnormal, we need to know before anesthesia and surgery, because we may change a few things. For example, abnormally high kidney values may mean that a pet will be on IV fluids before anesthesia can be undertaken safely. We may also choose different anesthesia drugs and different pain killers after surgery if the bloodwork is worrisome. In other words, it may be much safer to anesthetize a healthy 12 year old patient with normal blood work than a sick 5 year old with kidney or liver disease. This is the difference between a pet’s actual age and the “functional” age, which takes into account all health factors and not only the age. Age (actual age) is merely a number. Health (functional age) is what we should focus on. I regularly have this discussion with pet owners. For example, laryngeal paralysis is a condition where the larynx (or voice box) becomes paralyzed, which causes severe difficulties breathing. And this typically affects older patients, primarily older Labradors. It is sometimes difficult for these clients to believe that while their older pet is literally suffocating, it is a fixable condition with surgery and some long term care and medications. The condition is merely an unfortunate "bump in the road". Of course, there may be financial considerations, but that's a whole different subject. Another common question I hear is "How old do (insert breed) get?" Books and web sites give us the answer to that tricky question. Yet those numbers are merely averages. It means that some pets live less, and some pets live longer. Just like in people, how long a pet will live is a guessing game at best. And sure enough, vets often see dogs and cats who beat the published averages. Pets do live longer and longer, thanks to better vaccines, better drugs, better diets, better surgeries, better dental care... and

above all more dedicated pet owners. After all, over the years, most pets progressively moved from the barn, to the back yard, to the mud room, to the living room, and now to the bedroom! Here is the bottom line: When the physical exam and blood work are fairly normal, the pet is in overall good health, and has a fixable problem, I tend to believe that this pet is a good candidate for anesthesia and surgery. If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian – they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets.

Fertilizer and Mulch Dangers for Dogs Posts by: Dr. Justine A. Lee, DVM, DACVECC Reprinted from Airpark Animal Hospital September Newsletter. Dog Toxins & Poisons Guy gardening with his dog Getting ready to work in the garden this summer? Before you do so, make sure you know about potential garden dangers that can poison your dog. When in doubt, keep your pets inside while working with some of these common garden or yard additives. Fertilizers During the spring and fall, homeowners often use fertilizers to spruce up their lawn. Fertilizers come in two types: granules or water-based products (that are directly sprayed onto the lawn). Fertilizers look scary – they often are applied by lawn services with warning signs stating that children and pets should be kept off the grass for at least 72 hours. In actuality, fertilizers are generally pretty benign; in fact, they typically have a wide margin of safety depending on what type of product is used. What’s in fertilizer? Most lawn fertilizers contain natural elements (such as nitrogen, potash and phosphorous) — often represented by numbers such as 10:0:40. Thankfully, these elements are generally non-toxic. Fertilizers may also contain insecticides for killing grubs, snails, etc. that generally result in mild gastrointestinal signs (e.g., drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, etc.) when ingested directly from the bag. If your dog eats some grass that had fertilizer applied to it, it rarely leads to serious poisoning; that said, more serious signs can be seen when the product is directly ingested (i.e., right out of the bag). If ingested directly from the bag, the results can include tremors and seizures. To avoid any poisoning risk to your pet, follow the labeled instructions carefully and keep your pets inside while you apply these products to the lawn. To be safe, keep your pets off the lawn until the product is absorbed by the soil (e.g., when the product dries if it’s a spray-on product, or after it

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rains if it is a pelleted product). When appropriately applied or diluted, these chemicals typically wash into the soil after rainfall, resulting in low-risk to dogs. The most important thing is to make sure it’s not a fertilizer that has more dangerous products in it – some may contain iron, which can result in iron poisoning, and less common types may contain very dangerous insecticides such as carbamates or organophosphates. Thankfully, the EPA has limited the availability of these latter, more dangerous types of products. Carbamates and organophosphates can result in more serious, life-threatening clinical signs such as:

Drooling Vomiting Severe lethargy/collapse Diarrhea Excessive tearing Urination Abnormal heart rates Difficulty breathing (due to bronchoconstriction) Tremors Seizures Death

Again, these more dangerous types are rarely seen on the market nowadays but, when in doubt, make sure to keep the garage door locked and these fertilizers out of reach! Organic fertilizers (e.g., meals) Surprisingly, the more dangerous types of fertilizers are organic fertilizers. Most pet owners want to use “safer” products around their pets, and so they often reach for something organic. Organic fertilizers are typically “natural” fertilizers that are leftover byproducts from the meatpacking or farming industry. Examples include:

Bone meal Blood meal Feather meal Fish meal

These organic “meals” are widely utilized as soil amendment products, fertilizer components, or as deer, rabbit and wildlife repellants. These products are often highly palatable to dogs; they smell gross, but good to dogs, and so they may tempt a massive ingestion (e.g., dogs ingesting several pounds of bone meal directly out of the bag). Another danger? Gardeners often mix organic fertilizers with other more dangerous fertilizers or chemicals (e.g., organophosphates or carbamates found in some older types of rose fertilizers; spring bulbs; etc.), resulting in dual poisoning with another product. When meals are ingested, they can result in gastrointestinal irritation (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea, etc.), foreign body obstruction (from all the bone meal congealing into a large bowling-ball-like concretion), or even severe pancreatitis (i.e., inflammation of the pancreas). Treatment includes:

A thorough examination at your veterinarian’s office Inducing vomiting

X-rays (to see if the material has passed out of the stomach or not)

Fluid therapy Anti-vomiting medication A bland diet.

Rarely, with massive ingestions, “pumping the stomach” (i.e., gastric lavage) may be necessary to get the product out of the stomach. Thankfully, most dogs do well with prompt treatment and supportive care. Mulch If you’re about to mulch your yard, pay heed! Most types of mulch are benign, but can result in a foreign body if your dog ingests them. Mulch is typically shredded tree bark, but can also come in different forms (e.g., compost or decaying matter; cocoa mulch; etc.). Cocoa mulch (which is made up from shells or hulls from the cocoa bean) is often used for home landscaping; it’s very fragrant when first placed in the yard, and smells faintly of chocolate. As a result, dogs may be tempted to ingest it. While many Internet sites discuss the dangers of cocoa mulch, it’s relatively rare for dogs to be poisoned by it. That said, there is still a small amount of theobromine (the chemical that results in chocolate poisoning) remaining in the mulch and when ingested in large amounts, this can cause signs of chocolate poisoning. Signs of cocoa mulch poisoning include:

Not eating Drooling/hyper-salivating Vomiting Diarrhea Anxiety Hyperactivity A racing heart rate Constant panting Dark red gums Tremors Seizures

The severity of clinical signs from chocolate poisoning will depend on how much cocoa mulch is ingested; in general, one or two licks or bites will not cause a problem. Regardless, make sure to keep the mulch out of reach of your dog for the first few weeks. Between sun, heat, and rain exposure, the likelihood of poisoning diminishes with time as the smell of chocolate rapidly dissipates. What if my dog was poisoned by mulch or fertilizer? If you suspect that your dog may have been exposed to something poisonous, contact your veterinarian or emergency veterinarian immediately. When in doubt, call ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435. They may be able to instruct you on how to induce vomiting and whether or not there is a poisoning risk. Most importantly, keep your dog safe this summer by keeping these garden and yard poisons out of reach! Lock your garage, keep your dog on a leash or supervised when outside, and

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make sure to store lawn and garden products in secure containers! If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian -- they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets.

Arthritis and Cold Weather: Treating Degenerative Joint Disease in Winter Posts by: Dr. Jeff Werber, DVM Reprinted from Airpark Animal Hospital November Newsletter In a previous blog I broadly discussed the types of arthritis that may affect your dog. Here, I will discuss in detail osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease (DJD), and how it can be worsened by cold weather. Start by asking yourself these questions:

Is your dog slowing down? Is your dog having a tougher time manipulating stairs? Does your dog make the jump onto the couch or bed with

less vigor and ease than he used to? Would your dog now rather have a 5 minute walk than his

usual 20 minute walk? Does your dog seem sore first thing in the morning?

If you’ve answered “yes” to any of these questions, then your dog may be suffering from degenerative joint disease—especially if any of the symptoms seem worse when it's cold. What is DJD?

DJD arthritis affects joints—making them stiff and painful to move. DJD can affect any dog and almost any joint, including the spine. How will DJD affect my dog?

Different breeds, and differently sized dogs, may often feel the effects in different joints:

For a smaller dog, DJD is often most prevalent in the spine or knees. Small dogs, who are much lighter on their feet, may not show signs of DJD as obviously as large dogs. Watch small dogs carefully; if you see them occasionally “hopping,” have them checked out by your veterinarian.

For a larger dog, the knees can still be involved, but we

often see DJD in the hips or shoulders. Depending on the joint involved and the dog's genetic predisposition, the onset of the DJD could be as early as two years old. DJD, sadly, is a chronically progressive disease. Left untreated, it can continually get worse as your pet ages. In some cases, DJD can be extremely debilitating—leaving some dogs (in the advanced stages) with compromised mobility. DJD and the cold

One way to combat the effects of DJD is with movement; activity helps the joints combat stiffness—which in turn reduces pain. In the cold weather, joints stiffen up and are less prone to movement. As

people with arthritis know, joints feel stiffer in the morning and in the cold. Also when it's cold, we're more reluctant to get up and get moving—the one thing that will help! That's the double whammy of DJD in the winter, the cold actually makes it worse at a time when we and our pets are less inclined to get out and make it better. You have to combat your own unwillingness to get out and walk your dog; force yourself to do so at least twice a day. You'll both feel better for it. The movement will help your dog maintain good muscle tone, and muscle tone is crucial to combatting arthritis. The less we push our dogs to do, the more we let them give in to the pain and stiffness. If we give in to the cold, muscle will atrophy, and your dog will have less strength for activities that will help him improve. If your dog has sensitive pads and is less inclined to get out for exercise when there’s ice on the ground, you may consider pad protectors or booties. If you haven’t been out with him in a while, start slow at first. If your dog's symptoms persist or are severe, see your veterinarian for a thorough examination. There are effective medications and non-medical treatments that can help decrease inflammation and reduce associated pain. This will help keep your dog mobile—which will, in turn, help combat the disease's progression. If you thought your aging, arthritic dog would provide you with a good excuse to stay indoors (and eat chips on the couch), au contraire! Up and at 'em! If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian -- they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets.

November: National Pet Diabetes Month Posts by: Dr. Justine A. Lee, DVM, DACVECC Reprinted from Airpark Animal Hospital November Newsletter Did you know that 1 in every 200 cats may be affected by diabetes mellitus (DM)? November is National Diabetes Month, and while this month was originally designed to increase awareness of this common endocrine disease in humans, we need to be aware of the growing prevalence of DM in dogs and cats also. Untreated, diabetes mellitus can be fatal in dogs and cats. In veterinary medicine, there are two types of diabetes mellitus: Type I DM and Type II DM. Type I DM is when the body doesn’t make enough insulin (which is a hormone that is normally produced from the pancreas), and requires life-long insulin therapy (delivered via a syringe twice a day). This is most commonly seen in dogs – in other words, once a dog becomes a diabetic, he or she is diabetic for life. Type II DM is when the body has some insulin being produced from the pancreas, but it is an inadequate amount or something is interfering with its ability to be used by the body. This is most commonly seen in cats and can be transient. In other words, if your cat has recently been diagnosed with Type II DM, he or she may only need insulin injections (via a syringe twice a day) for a few to several months, not necessarily for life.

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Clinical signs of diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats include:

Excessive thirst Excessive urination Inappropriate urination Weight loss (most commonly over the back), despite

an overweight body condition Increased hunger Increased “whiteness” of the lens of the eye due to

cataracts Blindness Weakness Lethargy Poor skin condition (like excessive dandruff or an

oily hair coat) Certain breeds are more predisposed to DM. In cats, breeds such as Siamese are over-represented. In dogs, breeds such as the Samoyed, Keeshond, miniature pinscher, Cairn terrier, Schnauzer, Australian terrier, dachshund, poodle, Beagle, and Bichon Frise are over-presented. In dogs, the female sex seems to be more likely to develop DM, with the disease being seen twice as frequently in female than in male dogs. In cats, males are over-represented. DM is typically seen in older pets – typically from 7-9 years of age in dogs, and 8-13 years of age in cats. While juvenile (young) diabetes mellitus can also occur, this is less common. With DM, the body doesn’t have enough insulin (or the insulin is not effective), which is the hormone necessary to push sugar (“glucose”) into the cells of the body. As a result, the cells of the body are starved, and the body is stimulated to produce more and more glucose as a result. However, without insulin in the body (or being delivered by syringe), the sugar can’t get into the cells. The excess sugar that is produced by the body results in the clinical signs of excessive thirst and urination. Untreated, the body develops diabetic complications called diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), where it breaks down fat in an attempt to feed the starving cells. These fat breakdown products (e.g., ketones) poison the body, resulting in vomiting, dehydration, inappetance, electrolyte abnormalities, and even too much “acid” production in the body. DKA can be life threatening, and typically requires intensive supportive care (which can be expensive to treat, as it typically requires 24/7 care). Treatment for diabetes can differ somewhat between dogs and cats in regards to the type of insulin recommended. In dogs and cats, treatment requires twice a day injections of insulin, frequent reevaluations and careful blood work monitoring. Oral medications (called oral hypoglycemic agents like glipizide), which are often used in people are not recommended in dogs and cats. These oral medications do not work in dogs, and usually do not work well in cats either. They are only used in cats, when owners cannot give insulin injections. In cats, dietary changes to a low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet, along with weight loss and in combination with short-term insulin therapy, may help resolve diabetes (diabetic remission).

If you notice any of these signs (e.g., excessive thirst, excessive urination), please bring your pet into your veterinarian as soon as possible. With diabetes, the sooner it is diagnosed, the sooner it can be treated. Also, there’s less of a likelihood of an expensive emergency visit for treatment of diabetic complications. With supportive care, the prognosis for DM is fair to good, although it does require frequent trips to the veterinarian to regulate the blood sugar and dedicated pet owners (who can give twice-a-day injections of insulin). If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian – they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets.

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Please share your personal Newf story with 99 Newfies

Ninety-Nine More Newfies

Pat Seawell is collecting stories for a sequel to Ninety-nine Newfies, which we are going to

title Ninety-nine More Newfies.

Contributor Guidelines:

1. As with Ninety-nine Newfies, all the stories are to be personal, first-hand accounts of your

own Newf or your family's Newf. Please, no second-hand, word-of-mouth accounts of

someone else's Newf. There are many historical accounts of Newfies doing amazing and

wonderful things, but this book is to be about your own Newfy doing amazing and wonderful

things.

2. Stories with multiple Newfies in one family are accepted. Each Newfie will be counted

individually. Once 99 Newfies have had their stories told, the book will conclude. For

example, "Goldilocks in Galilee" Ninety-nine Newfies, p. 196, accounted for three of the 99

Newfies.

3. Try not to exceed an 800-900-word limit (approximately 3 pages double-spaced). Shorter

stories are okay.

4. Contributors will not be compensated for their stories.

5. The focus should be on the Newf rather than on the human. What did the Newf do that was

interesting, funny, amazing, or wonderful?

6. Pat Seawell will collect, edit, organize the stories for a print-on-demand publisher, pay the

publishing fees, and contribute 50% of the proceeds to the Newfoundland Health Challenge

(after fees and taxes). The book will be available on Amazon.

7. I'm happy to help you write your story if you like. Send the basic idea and we'll work on it

together.

8. Send the stories to me at [email protected]

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“Colonial Newfoundland Club Rescue (CNCR)

hosts a number of fun events throughout the year.

Recently, friends of CNCR met up at Narmanda

Winery in Amissville, Virginia for some fellowship

and Newf related fun.

The meet up was held Saturday, September 7,

2019. It turned out to be a wonderful day weather

wise with crisp, blue skies and moderate

temperatures for Virginia this time of the year. I

drove up from Williamsburg and enjoyed the drive,

primarily because Amissville is in a mountainous

area of Virginia near the Shenandoah River and the

Skyline Drive. Upon arrival, I found 28 people in

attendance and 14 Newfs, including some people I

rarely see at social events. Several people and

Newfs whom I never met before attended as well

as some longtime CNCers that I don’t see often

enough. The people really seemed to enjoy the

food, comaradierie and, of course, the wine.

I would like to thank both the winery and CNC

Rescue for holding such a first class event. A good

time was had by all.

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“Fall Fun Day is a yearly, well attended event

hosted by the CNC. This year’s event was held

at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield, Virginia.

As in years past, it was ably hosted by Chuck

and Cookie Basham and was held on Sunday,

September 22, 2019.

This year’s Fall Fun Day was a bit different for

me than previous years in that I was

temporarily fostering a Brown Newf named

Bailey. I sprung her the previous week from the

Hopewell, Virginia Animal Shelter and turned

her over to the caring hands of Alesia Harvey

during the course of Fall Fun

Day.

“Beetle” Bailey and I departed Williamsburg,

Virginia early in the morning on the Twenty-

Second and arrived at the Fall Fun Day venue

around 10:45. We were enthusiastically greeted

by the crew and spent most of the rest of the

morning schmoozing with people. Alesia

Harvey, Bailey’s longer term foster, arrived

around 11:45.

The rest of the event was fun as always. Lunch

was great as always and an impromptu group

meeting was held afterward. A Canine Good

Citizen test was held by the CNC’s own Rose

Miller, to the great satisfaction of the

participants. There were also many pictures

taken of the rescue Newfs present

to be used by CNC Rescue.

The day ended up being an extraordinary event. I

would like to thank everybody who made it such

a good day.

Fall and Fosters”Aka“For the Love of Noah”- Brad Cole

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September 22, 2019 | Lake Accotink Park | Springfield, VA

2019 Fall Fun Day

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PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE CNC WILLIAMSBURG VA WEEKEND

WILLIAMSBURG CHRISTMAS PARADELUNCHEON AND ANNUAL MEETING

This is a super fun event for the whole family.

Create wonderful memories with your loved ones!

There is no better way to get into the holiday spirit!

The CNC has won 1st place in our category

for the past 4 years!

SATURDAY DECEMBER 7TH PARADE: 9:00 AM

LUNCHEON & MEETING: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Option 1: Currently a block of Rooms are already being held under the name "Newfoundland

Club" at the Mainstay Suites, 814 Capital Landing Road, Williamsburg VA 23185. 757-229-0200.

The cost for a room with 2 double beds is $89.00/night plus tax. There is a 2 night minimum stay

requirement to receive this rate. There are no pet fees or limits to the number of dogs per room.

The hotel asks that for rooms with more than 2 dogs that the guest take a little extra

consideration into cleaning up after their pets prior to checking out. Option 2. The Red Roof Inn

is located directly next door to the Mainstay Suites and may provide another option for folks who

can only stay one night. Their number is 757-259-1948. They will allow for 2 dogs per room with

no additional pet fees. Currently they are offering a "Save with Red Roof" promotion for 15% off

bookings with the code 621277. PLEASE NOTE YOU MAY RESERVE AT EITHER PLACE NOW and

HAVE UP UNTIL 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE PARADE TO CANCEL WITH NO CHARGES/FEES.

November 19, 2019 is the closing date to RSVP for the Annual Meeting, Awards Presentation and

Lunch Reservations.

ACCOMMODATIONS

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - HELP US OUT!Transportation: We are asking for volunteers to buddy up with people who need help with

transportation to/from the parade start and finish. If you will have extra space in your vehicle to

help transport please let us know asap! CNC Banner Carriers: Don't have a dog or just want to

walk with us, we need at least two individuals to volunteer to carry the club's banner in the

parade with us. Brown Bag Raffle: a raffle will be held in conjunction with the luncheon.

We will need items donated for the raffle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

After the parade we will gather for the Colonial Newfoundland Club Annual Membership Meeting,

and Luncheon to be held at the Mainstay Suites from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. CNC Member Donna

Foy will be chairing the Luncheon. Menu and cost can be found on the 2019 Annual Luncheon

Flyer. Water and Sodas will also be provided. Dogs are allowed in the dining area. RSVP For The

Luncheon By November 20th!

A Brown Bag Raffle will be held in conjunction with the luncheon. Bring your wallets!

The 2019 Parade Theme is Jingle All the Way! Per the parade rules no person is allowed to be

dressed as Santa since there is only one that comes at the end of the parade. Please take note

that most stores start stocking their Winter/Christmas items by late August. Lots of sales and

deals can be found at the beginning of the season. We realize how hard it is to outfit our large

pups! Some great and inexpensive places to shop for costumes include: Hobby Lobby, Five Below,

Dollar Tree, Walmart, Party City and Michaels Crafts.

Please RSVP NOW and Call the Hotel to Book your Room! Please let us know the number of

people and dogs attending and if you will have a cart.

RSVP FOR PARADE: JULIA SHARKEY, [email protected]

RSVP FOR MEETING/BANQUET: DONNA FOY, [email protected]

GENERAL INFO/QUESTIONS: MANDY WALTERS, [email protected]

BROWN BAG RAFFLE: PAULA MCPHERSON, [email protected]

PLEASE RSVP TODAYCONTACT INFORMATION

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2019 Upcoming CNC Events

7DECEMBER

Williamsburg Paradeand Luncheon andGeneral Meeting |Contact: Julia Sharkey

15-17NOVEMBER

CNC Draft Test |Dorey Park,Henrico, VA | TestChair: Donna Foy

30NOVEMBER

CNC ChristmasTree Pull | Beesand Trees Farm,Elkwood, VA Contact: ChristieSmith

18FAST PASTA AND SAUSAGE

NCA National Specialty Show Bavarian Inn Lodge Heritage Park Frankenmuth, Michigan April 29 – May 4, 2019

Photo by Sandra Stultz

1DECEMBER

CNC Christmas TreePull, Greenbrier Farms Chesapeake, VA Event Contact: Donna

14DECEMBER

CNC Christmas TreePull, Bees and TreesFarm, Elkwood, VA Contact: Christie Smith

Merry Christmas

& Happy

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Bear Fare is the quarterly newsletter for Colonial Newfoundland Club members. This is your newsletter - so your input is always appreciated. We encourage all members to submit articles/brags/news to make the Bear Fare interesting. We can accept virtually all formats from word processors & graphics packages. The easiest way to get us the information is via email. Newf Scoops is FREE & cover wins, places, obedience legs, etc., at shows & trials. New Champions & Title holding Newfs will also be announced here. Baby Bear Boom cost $5 (payable to Colonial Newfoundland Club) & is an advertisement section for breeders to announce expected or new litters. Advertising: Acceptable paid advertising will be included as space permits. Ads will be placed at the discretion of the editors. The advertising rate for CNC members is $20 for a full page and $10 for a half page. Checks payable to Colonial Newfoundland Club. BEAR FARE Newsletter: Dates for all submissions published in Bear Fare are the LAST DAY of April (Spring Issue), July (Summer Issue), October (Fall Issue) and January (Winter Issue). The newsletter will become available on or about the 15th of May, August, November and February and is a “.pdf.” file that is accessible via the www.cncnewfs.com website. Bear Fare Editor: Brenda McKeel Email: [email protected]

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