The North Central Newfoundland Club

November/December 2007

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President's Column

Hi Newf Friends

Just had to say that I am very happy to see so many of our members participating on so many levels in the events that have been planned for this time of year. ”PARTY TIME”, that was just what it was!! A wonderful water test at Lake Andrea in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin the weekend of September15th and 16th. The organization started on Saturday with the early arrival of Andrea and Dave Z, Mary T, Dona B and Roger D who all worked diligently to prepare the site by setting up all the tents and equipment. It wasn’t long before the first entrants started to arrive along with many of our board members. Our board meeting was held from 1:30-3:00 p.m. followed by the obedience exercises. From the applause of the crowd anyone within hearing distance knew that we had many successes. The evening banquet provided a great chance for sharing time with new and old friends. The meal was great, the general membership meeting went well (even though I was overwhelmed with the NCA President attending the meeting I was so nervous), and the icing on the cake was our auction and brown bag raffle. MANY MANY thanks to all who donated items, participated in the LIVELY bidding (Thanks Ted and Judy!!) It made our evening an overall wonderful time. Dawn came really quickly and so did the arrival of all the entrants. The air was very crisp, and I hoped that everyone had brought some full wetsuits! The event ran smoothly with great organization from Roger D. our chair. The volunteers were outstanding! Darlene R. and her family members were precise in their record keeping. We cannot thank you enough for your help. Without all the volunteers these events could not come about. No matter in what capacity you volunteer, it makes a difference. Where else can you go to a water test and have a “fully stocked kitchen” to have your dogs’ portrait taken? Great idea to kick off the sale of our COOK BOOK! Thank you Tara M, Wendy W, and her sister Denise for your artistic and photographic talents, and to the whole cookbook crew, you did an outstanding job as usual. Congratulations to all the entrants on your dedication and hard work with your dogs. It was a sheer pleasure to watch the interaction. Many thanks to our judges.

The results were as follows: 2007 Water Test, Prairie Springs Park/Lake Andrea, September 16, 2007 Judges: Roger Frey & Joan Gunn Those who qualified were: New Water Dogs Aqua's Hugo Out N About (Dazzler) Handler - Karen Schlipf Haytee's On Fire at Snowdrift CD (Siren) Handler - Cherilyn Antin Huey's Special Angel (Gabe) Handler - Lisa Noel Nash of B and B Zirpoli Gore CD (Nash) Handler - Patti Zirpoli New Water Rescue Dogs Bright Star's Macy Mae of Blackwatch (Macy) Handler - Dona’ Baker Windancer's Duchess Isabella WD (Belle) Handler - Guy Germaine.

After this event, things began to ROCK AND ROLL in preparation for “Rolling at Rock Cut” Draft Test to be held on Sunday, October 14th. One week prior to this, a seminar about drafting was conducted through the hard work and efforts of Linda Larsen. Linda was assisted by Melissa Torres. Everyone who attended had a chance to participate in drafting at their own level of experience. Nice comments were made about this opportunity. On Saturday October 13th volunteers organized the site, and prepared the course. We tried hard to order good weather for Sunday, but it was not in the cards! It looked like a long WET day. We were joined by our Judges Ingrid Lyden and Barbara Jenness. Much to everyone’s surprise MANY club members, along with family and friends of entrants turned out to watch in spite of the weather conditions. With high hopes that the rain would stop, the exercises began. Much to our dismay the rain became heavier and stayed that way throughout the obedience and maneuvering portions of the test. The freight haul presented the biggest challenge with the terrain becoming very muddy, with many slick areas that were puddle filled. As I followed the entrants I was amazed at how well each team handled the adverse conditions. What a great accomplishment when we finally reached the clearing and the freight haul was finished! Once again the volunteers were amazing. So many people need to work together to make these events successful ones. There was a lovely round of applause for our Chair Rick H. I would also like to thank Linda L Co-Chair, and Tara M Test Secretary, for all the behind the scenes organization and planning, Amy C. for putting together a great lunch for all, to the entire family of Darlene R who devoted their time in keeping all the precise paperwork, Gerry H for a great job as chief ring steward, Tim C for his help as security officer, Bill and Carol T for providing the distraction on the freight haul, the stewards John and Denita J, Judy H, Linda L, David, Rick H, and Sid R. To everyone who “weathered” this day your support was the warmest feature of the day! Congratulations to everyone who participated.

I hope to see the continued interest in all our upcoming events. It is so nice that so many are attending, and to know that we all can give support to our fellow Newfoundland owners. Please join us for Education Day on December 2nd. All specifics are listed on the web site.

Newfoundly, Cissy

November & December Birthdays

November

11/16/01 - Blackie (CH Dryads Blackwatch Little Bear CD RE DD TDI/CGC), Rick Torres & Melissa L. Torres
11/30/94 - Calvin (VN CH BlueMoon’s John Calvin Davis, CD, WRD, TDD), Christine Brigham

December

12/1/96 - Remo (CH Whisperbay’s Ulterior Motive) Julie Poulin Siefert and Lisa Allen
12/9/91 - Whaler (CH Waidin’s Frostip Whaler, DD, CGC) Robert W. Bassett and Bonnie J. Sider
12/9/00 - Wisher (CH Dryads Blackwatch Rigel's Wish, WRD) Roger and Jan Danielsen
12/10/99 - Kenneth (BlueMoon's Kenneth R. Louis, WD DD) Christine Brigham
12/10/99 - Annie (BlueMoon's Wanderlust) Christine Brigham
12/10/99 - Hobbes (BlueMoon's Kates Grayson) Christine Brigham
12/22/97 - Rigel (VN CH Dryads BLKWT Rigel’s Rescue CD, WRD, DD) Roger and Jan Danielson
12/30/90 - Alchemy (Waidin’s Alchemy’s Panacea, CD, TDD) Robert and Deanna B. Bassett

Show & Tell

Seagirt's Ocean Harbour ('Frida')
earned her CD title on September 2, 2007 at the Kettle Moraine Kennel Club Show. Owned and handled by Mary Trauernicht.

Ch. Moonfleet's Touch of Magic, RN ('Ernie')
earned his WD title at Great Lakes Newfoundland Club on Septermber 8, 2007. Owned and handled by Mary Trauernicht.

Ethel May Dakota Bear Meeker
earned her Rally Advanced Title on 9-8-07 at the Kenosha County Dog Show. She finished 4th with a 94. Leg #1 Little Fort Kennel Club 6/15/07 Leg #2 Waukesha Kennel Club Inc. 7-27-07 Leg #3 Placed 4th under Mr. Norman X. Aguirre

Blackwatch's Sweetness
owned by Bob & Patty Strickland & co-owned by Joan Gunn. Bred by Joan Gunn out of Ch Nighthawk-Dryad Vom Trieberg, DD, WD x Ch Dryads Tail Wind of Blkwatch, TDD, WD Payton (handled by Patty) earned her junior water title at RKNC in Litchfield IL on Aug. 5, 2007. She had so much fun and focused drive that we decided to see what would happen in the senior level at GLNC in Gowen MI on Sept. 9, 2007. Much to our surprise she flew through each challenge with the same eagerness to bring home her second title of the summer. We are so privileged to share our lives with the wonderful girl out of Blackwatch Farm. Thank you Joan for all you do and to all those wonderful club members who have helped me with advice, training etc. it is appreciated!

Nash of B and B Zirpoli Gore, CD WD
Owner: Patti Zirpoli Nash qualified for his 3rd leg to earn his CD title on Saturday, April 7th, 2007, in DeKalb, Illinois, at the Kennel Club of Yorkville, IL, Dog Show and Obedience Trails. Nash earned his WD title on Sunday, September 16, 2007, at the North Central Newfoundland Club's Water Trials in Pleasant Prairie, WI.

Carlow's Bare Necessities CD, Delta Society Therapy Dog (Baloo)
Breeder: Mary L. Price, Owner: Pamela Kroll Baloo successfully passed his Delta Society Therapy Dog retest on October 17th, 2007, qualifying him to work in Complex environments. Baloo passed his initial Delta test in 2005. Baloo and I, as a Pet Partners Team, continue to work in an elementary school in a R.E.A.D. program Saturday Sept. 22, 2007 at the Sheboygan Kennel Club Baloo was handled by Kathy Van Wie, went WD for 2 points. Sunday Sept 23, 2007 also at the Sheboygan show, Baloo again went WD and BOW for the major.

Newphoria Good Goes Round Moonsail (Gigi)
bred by Bill & Carol Thonn, owned by Kathy & Steve Van Wie, DVM Saturday Sept. 22, 2007 at the Sheboygan Kennel Club went reserve to the major. Sunday Sept. 23, 2007 also at the Sheboygan show, Gigi took WB for her first major and BOS. Gigi is owner handled by Kathy.

Golden Oaks Northern Sky CGC,TDI (Skylar)
received her RN title this year. Skylar is now known as Golden Oaks Northern Sky RN, CGC,TDI....hoping to add more next year.....Jill Verhunce.

Timbermist's Cedar Beach Bay DD CGC TDI (Hudson)
New DD - Breeder: Nancy Johnsted Owners: Erin Schanen and Rich Reichelsdorfer Hudson earned his draft dog title at NCNC's Draft Test October 14.

Noela vom Trieberg, WRD (Noela)
owned by Christine Brigham completed her AKC Championship on October 27th, 2007.

Moonsails Midnite Ryder CGC
Breeder:Kathy Morris (Van Wie) Owners: Carol & Bill Thonn, Kathy Van Wie On October 20th at River King Regional Specialty Obedience Trial in Springfield Il., Ryder in his first obedience trial received his first leg and took the first place ribbon in Novice B. Way to go Ryder and Carol!!

Lotta Love's Bakery Submitted by Linda Larsen

Newfie Holiday Cut Out Cookies/Treats

Here are some easy-to-make treats, sure to delight your Newfie buddies. Made with cheese (a favorite flavor among canines) and garlic, they'll quickly become your Newfs favorite, paws down.

To make a batch, combine these ingredients:

1 1/4 cups of grated Cheddar cheese
1/4 pound of softened corn oil margarine
1 1/2 cups of whole wheat flour
1 crushed garlic clove

Mix well. Add enough milk to form the dough into a ball, then cover the ball with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes. On a floured board, roll out the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness. Cut out bone shapes and bake on an ungreased baking sheet at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until slightly brown and firm. Makes 2 to 3 dozen, depending on size.

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July/August 2007

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President's Column

Hi Newf Friends,

Well may I say that NCNC certainly knows how to throw a party/picnic! What would a party be without party favors and treat bags? From the pictures I took it certainly looked as if everyone had a PAWSITIVELY great time. There are many things and people to be thankful for: Mary T. and her committee for organizing the event, Darlene R. and her helpers for their creative, fun loving games, Roger D. for delivering supplies and helping with the set up, to all the members who came out to join in the sharing of good times with friends, for members who supplied brown bag items to be enjoyed, Tara M. for spear heading a NEW cookbook idea that we hope everyone will take ownership in and submit recipes for and her tireless efforts for Newf Novelties, for a great weather day, I can't imagine asking for anything more. I really appreciated the extension of friendship that all current members put forth to our guests who were joining us for the day's activities. It is that type of fellowship that exemplifies true ambassadors for this breed that we all love so dearly. Hopefully those guests will return with applications and desires for membership.

Even though I have had Newfoundlands for some time now, this Presidency position is venturing into new territory for me. I am a life long learner and this new endeavor is not familiar yet. It certainly will be a learning experience, one that I take to heart and will give my best. I have high hopes that with all our diverse backgrounds, we can learn from, and help each other achieve many positive things for our club, and our dogs. What a wealth of knowledge we all have access to from our members in the NCNC. I would like to encourage all members new/established, to ask questions, to have discussions, as this will open up dialogue and create avenues for learning and improvement. When I first started out with my dogs, I always hesitated to ask questions for fear of looking inadequate. I am hoping that no one will feel that way, and that the board, or established members will help facilitate any mentoring that is requested or needed. Heightening awareness, broadening education about our breed is a goal we all should have passion about. We are linked by our common love of our dogs, like the song lyrics say…. We are family…. I got all my NEWFIES WITH ME! Ok so I took creative liberty with the last part! Gee, I guess I am also showing my age! Wishing you all a safe and healthy summer with your furkids, and looking forward to seeing you at our next get together. Water Test, September 16, 2007.

- Cissy

July & August Birthdays

July

7/7/97 - Dharma (BlueMoon's Truth 'N Virtues TDD) Christine Brigham
7/7/97 - Finn (BlueMoon's Finn, WRD CGC) Cindy and Dave Kile and Christine Brigham
07/21/2000 - Nikki (Picabo's Lotta Love Larsen) Mark & Linda Larsen
7/29/92 - Kate (VN CH BlueMoon's Katie Lou Bugum, CD, WRD, TDD, CGD) Christine Brigham
7/31/96 - Katy (CH Dryads Blackwatch Wild One TDD, WD) Joan Gunn and Mike Reese

August

8/10/99 - Yogi (Signalmen Mr. Brown, CD, WRD, DD) Mary Trauernicht

Show & Tell

Ethel May Dakota Bear Meeker
Owners: Ted and Judy Meeker
Ethel earned her RN Title at the Lyons TDTC-May 12 & 13, 2007 under Judge Laurie Stecker Placed 2nd with a Score of 93
Leg 1 & 2 completed at the North Central Newfoundland Club 2007 Speciality
Leg #1 - Took Third Place
Leg #2 - Took Third Place

Council Cup's Elementary My Dear
Owner: Sharon Nummer and Patti McDowell
Breeder: Patti McDowell
Watson took 2nd place in American Bred Dogs at the Newfoundland National Specialty on May 3rd, 2007. Judge: Barbara Finch. Watson was handled by Karen Mammano.

CH Dryad's Blackwatch Little Bear CD RE DD
Breeders: Dryad Knl & Joan E Gunn
Owners: Rick Torres & Melissa L. Torres
Handler: Rick Torres
Rick & Blackie earned their NCA Draft Dog title on 5/19 at GLNC in Gowen, Michigan

Paladin's Thomas Jefferson
Owners: Barbara & Tom Hearn
Handler: Barbara Hearn
T. J. and Barbara passed the CGC/TDI test at Newfiepalooza May 20, 2007. Now Associate Members of Therapy Dog International they will begin therapy visits this summer.

Paladin's The Entertainer CD
Owners: Barbara Hearn & Maredith Reggie
Handler: Barbara Hearn
Molly and Barbara passed the CGC/TDI successfully on June 3 in Indianapolis at South Central Newfoundland Club's annual picnic and education day. They will begin therapy work this summer.

CH Blackwatch Steel Maxmillian, DD, CGC, TDI
Owner: Bill Thonn
Max took first place in Veteran Sweeps, Dogs 10 yrs. and older at the Newfoundland National Specialty in Boulder, CO. Max will be 13 years old later this year. Thanks Joan, Mike, Bob & Jean Quandt for this wonderful dog. Way to go Max!!

Lotta Love's Bakery

Good Newf Pie

1 Puppy 1 C. hard work
1 C. patience 2 C. praise
1 C. understanding 1 ½ C. fun
1 dash correction

Roll and play with puppy until paper trained. Add remainder of
ingredients and blend well. Heat with the warmth of your heart until
The consistency is such that Newf and Handler are one.

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