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BARKS
FEBRUARY 2019
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE OFFICERS
President: Mary Saveri (610) 767-0974
Hello Everyone Vice President: Gloria Boyle (610) 762 0524
Can you believe Canine Learning Experience Rec. Secretary: Cindy Meyer (610) 797-4219
(CLE) is upon us already! As always if you have not Corr Secretary: Barbara Dunkling (610) 435-5897
volunteered to help, please do. Please let everyone you Treasurer: Denice VanDriesen (610) 847-5344
know about CLE – this is the one event our club offers AKC Delegate: Dominic DiBalsi (267) 994-0598
to help educate the entire dog community, not just those Board of Directors:
already familiar with AKC events. Jim Rentzheimer (’19) (610) 691-1858
In my opinion, our club is in a crisis when it Connie Unger (’19) (610) 262-4176
comes to membership. I see fewer members attending Tom Kalavoda (’20) (610) 703-3825
our meeting, and a constant need for volunteers for Rick Buterbaugh (’20) (484) 553-1822
committees and chairpersons. As our membership ages COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
(don’t we hate to admit that one!), we need to recruit Canine Learning: Dominic DiBalsi (267) 994-0598
new young members. We need those who will be willing Asst. Chair: Jean Theman (610) 868-9031
to learn from our experiences, volunteer their time and Awards Banquet: Bodil Aczel (215) 536-8884
may have some new ideas to help this club maintain its’ PA Federation: Gail James (610) 285-2331
excellent reputation. So, if you know of someone, please Sept. Point Show: Terry Hilliard (610) 349-3460
invite them to attend our meetings so he or she can make Asst. Chair: Gloria Boyle (610) 762-0524
the decision to join us in our mission in promotion of Dec. Point Show: Cindy Meyer (610) 797-4210
pure breed dogs in all phases from breeding to Asst. Chair: Dierdra Rahn (464) 645-1175
competition. Holiday Party: Rosemary Shaffer (610)841-8933
I know many of you earned titles this past year, Barks: Bobbie Dunkling (610) 435-5897
so get the required info to Bodil by February 15th. You Breed Information: Missy Brong (610) 683-5015
can find the form/requirements on the new club website Web Page: Missy Brong (610) 683-5015
(lehighvalleykennelclub.com). Public Education: Jim Rentzheimer (610) 691-1858
Connie Unger and her committee will be Membership: Fran Jarvis (610) 867-7796
choosing nominations to serve on the Board at CLE. If Breed Handling: Carol Meitzler (610) 791-1965
you are interested in serving in one of the positions, Sunshine: Adeline Frothingham (610) 867-6863
please let her know, or you may be nominated from the Program\Breed: Walt Amante (610)432-5518
floor at the May meeting. Positions available are: all Club Property: Jim Rentzheimer (610) 691-1858
officers, 2 Board members (2 year terms) and AKC Constitution\By-Laws: Mary Saveri (610) 767-0974
Delegate. Financial Committee: Rocco Spinelli (610) 965-3950
Disaster Committee: Dominic DiBalsi (267) 994-
I hope to see everyone at CLE on February 2nd and 3rd! Outstanding Service: Fran Jarvis (610) 867-7796 (1 Yr.)
Membership Records: Missy Brong (610)683-5015
Mary Security: Tom Kalavoda (610) 703-3825
Public Relations:
WEB ADDRESS
Historian: Shirley Spinelli (610) 965-3950
Lehighvalleykennelclub.com
WINNER’S CIRCLE
LVKC ADDRESS
New Brag Page - requirements listed
Dogs registered name with titles and dog's call name
4338 Clear Way
Dog's win, at what show did it win and date of win(s)
Allentown, PA 18103
Judges name(s) optional
Kennel club member's name(s)
DATES TO REMEMBER Email the above information
to missybrong@lehighvalleykennelclub.com. If there
Canine Learning - February 2nd & 3rd 2019
are any questions, please feel free to contact me at 610-
Awards Banquet – April 4th 2019 683-5015
BARKS
MICRO CHIPS
All items for publication in the BARKS MUST be
received by the 15th. Send them to BARKS Editor Don’t forget Fran has Micro Chips available at a cost of
Bobbie Dunkling autumnsno2@gmail.com $8.50 each. That includes your dog’s lifetime
registration, “Instant Pet Amber Alert in a 50 mile
MEETING radius of where pet last seen, 24/7 call center, collar ID
tag, lost pet medical insurance (up to $200) if pet is
The February Meeting will be held Thursday Feb. 7th at injured while lost and much more.
the Ramada Inn in Whitehall. Our program will be Contact Fran for more information. 610-867-7796
about the PA Academy for Animal Care and
Control. Its owner and CEO, Colleen Shelly, will be the
presenter. Please make it a priority to be at this meeting
to hear what Colleen has to say about this important HANDLING CLASSES
topic. The General Meeting will begin at the conclusion Handling classes will resume after Westminster. Please
of Colleen’s program. see the flyer in this addition.
MEMBERSHIP WECOME
There will be no action on membership this month. We would like to extend a warm welcome to Dierdra
Rahn who was voted into membership at our last
meeting. Please make Dierdra feel welcome and add her
information to your membership list.
Dierdra Rahn 311 Berne Rd. Hamburg, PA 19526
(464) 645-1175 C rahndellfarm@icloud.com
Blood Hounds & German Shorthaired Pointers
AWARDS APPLICATION
This years Awards presentation, which honors LVKC
members who have achieved a goal in the sport of dogs
in the year 2018, will be held at our Awards Ceremony
on Thursday April 4th. If you have qualified for an
award, you will find the up-dated form in this BARKS
and on our website. Send completed forms, along with a
photo, to Bodil Aczel by February 15th.
AGENDA AFTERTHOUGHT
Money can buy a fine dog, but only love makes him wag
Minutes - Approval/Corrections
his tail.
Corresponding Secretary Report – Bobbi Dunkling
Treasurer’s Report – Denice VanDriesen -
For the best seat in the house, you will have to move the
Approval/Corrections
dog
Financial Report – Rocco Spinelli
September Point Show – Terry Hilliard (2018)
December Point Show – Cindy Meyer (2018)
CLE – Dominic DiBalsi (2019 (Last Year as Chair))
PA Federation – Gail
Public Relations –
Member Appreciation Banquet – Bodil Aczel
Outstanding Service Award – Pat Mickowski
Monthly Program/Breed of the Month – Walt Amante OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD
Holiday Party – Rosemary Shaffer
Picnic – Fran Jarvis Put on your thinking cap. We are looking for any
New Members – Fran Jarvis member you feel has contributed above and beyond the
Membership & Records – Missy Brong call of duty to make our club function smoothly this
Breeder Referral - Missy Brong year. The form is included in this months BARKS This
Webmaster – Missy Brong year only the responses go to Fran Jarvis : Nettlewood
Breed Handling – Carol Meitzler Farm 3407 Broadhead Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18020
Sunshine – Adeline Frothingham
Club Property – Jim Rentzheimer
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Public Education – Jim Rentzheimer
Barks – Bobbi Dunkling
Disaster – Dominic DiBalsi
AKC Delegate – Dominic DiBalsi
PA Federation – Gail James
Safety – Tom Kalavoda
Historian- Shirley Spinelli
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Old Business -
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New Business –
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Reading of Guests – Gloria
Brags/Adjournment
Lehigh Valley Kennel Club General Membership Meeting Minutes
January 3, 2019
7:30 PM
Program: The Board presented the suggested changes to the Code of Ethics.
Minutes from the November General Membership Meeting: Mary Saveri asked if there were any corrections to the
minutes. Bobbie Dunkling made a motion to accept the minutes; Ron Metzler seconded the motion; the motion passed.
Corresponding Secretary:
AKC
1. The AKC has successfully closed out our December Point Show and Obedience & Rally events. Next year we
are scheduled for Friday Dec. 13th for Obedience & Rally and Sat. Dec. 14th for Breed.
Events & Cards
2. We received a nice Christmas card from Holiday Inn Breinigsville.
3. Beaver County KC is sponsoring a Greg Strong Seminar on Feb. 2nd & 3rd 9AM – 4PM
Treasurer’s Report: Denice VanDriesen reported the following: 11/3/18 – 1/3/19
Checking Account:
Beginning Balance - $52,440.80
Total Income $35,124.53
Total Expense $25,213.59
Ending Balance –$62,351.74
Money Market:
Beginning Balance – $24,941.73
Interest – $2.92
Ending Balance – $24,944.65
Tom Nardone made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report; Gail James seconded the motion; the motion passed.
Committee Reports:
Finance – No report.
September Point Show – Gloria Boyle reported that the judges are picked for 2019.
December Point Show – Cindy Meyer reported that the show went well. There were minor issues. She thanked everyone
that came out that day to help in many different ways. We are now waiting for the final financial figures. I received a
number of thank you notes from our judges. Gail James talked about the Obedience/Rally part of the show. Cindy has
chaired the show for 3 years, which is what the Club allows. Deidre Rahn volunteered to help with the show next year.
Denice VanDriesen said she would still be a part of next year, but could not Chair the show.
Canine Learning Experience – Bobbie Dunkling asked for people to make desserts. Janie Hecker is doing the publicity.
She is working with the Morning Call.PA Federation: No report. Publicity – No report. Awards and Membership Appreciation Dinner – No report. Outstanding Service Award – No report. Program/Breed of the Month – Walt Amante reported that the February presenter has not confirmed with him. He is ready to move to another presenter. Holiday Party –The membership liked the party. Thank you to Tracey Nooft and Rosemary Shaffer for putting the party together. Summer Picnic – We will have one in August. Fran will get a date so the site can be reserved. Membership and Records – No report. Web Master and Facebook – Missy Brong reported candid pictures were posted for holiday party and Dec. show. CLE flyer, breed booth info, layout, and link to Rau were added. Reset status for several people that must have entered an incorrect password. If you experience this, contact Missy. Handling classes were added. Meeting reminder was added. She uploaded the Revised Code of Ethics and Annual Awards Sheet to the Download Page. Cover to the LVKC Facebook page was changed for the Holidays. Cover of CLE was changed for flyer info. Event Calendar was changed with event cost and free parking. CLE flyer was shared. Enrolled our Conformation Handling Classes on a mass list statewide (free of charge). Lister our eye exam on the Dog Health Testing Opportunities (free). Breed Information – No report. Breed Handling – Carol Meitzler reported the classes are changed to Tuesday instead of Wednesday. They are still in Bethlehem. $10.00 cost for members and non-members. They will start after Westminster KC Show. Sunshine Committee –Bodil Aczel was in and out of the hospital. She is doing fine now. Club Property – Jim Rentzheimer wants to know in advance if you need items out of the shed. Not last minute! Public Education –No report. Club Historian – Shirley Spinelli gave Mary the history of CLE. Mary presented it at the meeting. BARKS – No report. Disaster –No report. AKC Delegate’s Report - No report. Safety (New) – Tom Kalavoda wasn’t at the meeting. No report. Old Business:
Code of Ethics - Connie Unger made a motion that we approve the Code of Ethics as amended. Bobbie Dunkling
seconded the motion. The vote was 17-1-2. The motion passed.
New Members: We voted on Deirdre Rahn with Bloodhounds and German Shorthaired Pointers. She is now a new
member.
New Business:
Holiday Party Location: Tom Nardone asked for more information on the cost of the party. Connie Unger made a
motion to table this discussion until the next meeting until Denice can give us the information. Tom Nardone seconded the
motion. The motion passed.
Allentown Business Recognition: Missy Brong got information about this award for the kennel club. This is out of TX.
We decided to ignore this information and not contact the company.
Getting New Members: Tom Nardone talked about how do we get new members to join the club. The Club needs to
start a conversation. We need to be looking at the future of the Club. This will be an hour program for March that will
start at 7 pm. Each member should come with 3 suggestions.
Brags – We will postpone this until the next month due to the length of the meeting.
Adjournment: Cathie Meleta made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Tom Nardone seconded the motion. The meeting
was adjourned at 9:35 pm.
These minutes are submitted by Cindy Meyer, Recording Secretary.
Action at AKC
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB MUSEUM OF THE DOG RETURNS TO NEW YORK CITY FEBRUARY 2019
New York, NY- The American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog will officially open its doors in New York City on
Friday February 8, 2019, at its new location, 101 Park Ave, just steps away from Grand Central Station. The Museum
houses one of the world’s largest collections of canine fine art.
Located in Midtown Manhattan, the newly designed space will house art from famous dog artists such as Sir Edwin
Landseer, Maud Earl, Arthur Wardle and many more. It also has a two-story glass vitrine that encases rare porcelains and
bronzes, in addition to a library where users can learn about their favorite breeds. The Museum’s first exhibition will be
entitled “For the Love of All Things Dog” and combines select works from the AKC’s own collection and that of the
Museum.
Throughout the Museum, visitors will experience exhibits that bridge the digital and physical elements of the Museum
and bring new life to the collection. Spanning two floors with a double height atrium space at the stair, the gallery
includes interactive exhibits such as a “Find Your Match” kiosk that takes your photo, aligning its likeness with an AKC-
registered dog breed. Additionally, there is a “Meet the Breeds®” touchscreen table that allows visitors to explore breeds'
features, traits, history and representations in the collection. There are several other digital experiences that bring
audiences into the history of the Museum and its mission.
“It is exciting to bring this collection back to New York City,” says Alan Fausel, Executive Director, American Kennel
Club Museum of the Dog. “This Museum is a beautiful ode to man’s best friend and we are thrilled to bring these pieces
and exhibitions to new audiences.”
The Museum will also have an app where users can interact with the exhibits with “Arty” a virtual dog/tour guide
throughout the Museum. It creates a new user experience for kids and kids at heart.The AKC Museum of the Dog, founded in 1982, was originally housed in The New York Life Building located at 51
Madison Avenue as part of the AKC Headquarters. In 1987, the Museum was moved to West St. Louis County, MO. The
AKC was instrumental in founding the Museum and believes in its mission to protect and to share the amazing works of
art donated by participants in the dog sport over the last 35 years. The new Museum will be housed at the Kalikow
Building at 101 Park Ave.
THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF
2018 JUNIOR VERSATILITY AWARDS
New York, NY – The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and advocate for all
dogs, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2018 Junior Versatility Awards. As a result of generous donations to the
AKC® Humane Fund by Carolyn and Gary Koch and the Triangle Judges Group, the AKC awarded five scholarships at
the AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin to Juniors who compete in a minimum of three different
titling events. These donations were specifically earmarked for the Junior Versatility Awards.
The program is designed to recognize Juniors that participate in a variety of sports. Juniors are awarded points for event
participation, earning qualifying scores or placements, and earning titles in AKC events. The top four Juniors receive
scholarships. The first and second place scholarships are offered via the generous donation by Carolyn and Gary Koch in
memory of GCHP Hill Country’s Let’s Get Ready to Rumble. Third through fifth place scholarships are offered by the
donation from Triangle Judges Education Group.
“We are honored to recognize these five Junior Handlers who participate in various AKC sports,” says Doug Ljungren,
Executive Vice President of AKC Sports & Events. “These Juniors have demonstrated hard work, commitment, and a
passion for dogs. We appreciate the enthusiasm that Juniors bring to our sports and we are pleased to acknowledge their
accomplishments with the Junior Versatility Awards.”
Mari-Beth O’Neill, Vice President of Sport Services, announced the 2018 winners at a ceremony held in conjunction with
the AKC National Championship in Orlando.
The 2018 Winners:
First Place
David Frasca of St. Charles, MO: David competes in Agility, CAT, Fast CAT, Obedience, and Rally with a Border Collie,
Golden Retriever and a Standard Schnauzer. He will receive a $3,000 scholarship.
Second Place
Avery Adams of Belleville, IL: Avery competes in Agility, Junior Showmanship, Obedience and Rally with a Border
Collie and Golden Retriever and competes in Junior showmanship with an English Springer Spaniel. She will receive a
$2,000 scholarship.
Third Place
Rachel Clark of Nicholasville, KY: Rachel competes in Junior Showmanship, Rally and Obedience with an English
Springer Spaniel and a Beagle. She will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Fourth Place
O’Malley McGee of Simpsonville, SC O’Malley competes in Junior Showmanship, CAT, Pointing Breed Hunt Tests,
Coonhound Bench Shows, Fast CAT and a Trick Dog with a Pointer, a Dalmatian, and a Treeing Walker Coonhound. She
will receive a $500 scholarship.
Fifth Place
Mary Claire Ctibor of Milner, GA. Mary competes in Junior Showmanship, Rally, Pointing Breed Hunt Tests, Field Trials
and a Trick Dog with her Brittany. She will receive a $500 scholarship.2019 LVKC ANNUAL AWARDS APPLICATION
Please complete the following application carefully and neatly. You must use one application form for each award
(even if the same dog earned more than one trophy!!) Refer to “Rules” to confirm your eligibility for an award, and the
type of awards honored. Titles/Degrees must have been earned in 2018.
Name(s): Phone:
Address: e-mail:
City: State: Zip Code:
The following AKC registered, purebred dog received the following Title/Degree:
AKC Title/Degree:
Dog's Registered Name & Call name: Did this dog receive a plaque for a title in the past? What title & year.
Dog's Breed: AKC Number:
Date Title/Degree Completed:
Remember: If you already received a plaque for this dog’s accomplishments, you will not get another plaque. You will
get a brass plate for each title, inscribed with the AKC Award earned. The brass plates can be attached to the plaque you
already have.
*Please list the Dates of at least 2 meetings you attended in ‘18____________________
*List two functions at which you volunteered in ’18____________________________
For ease in verification of information, please provide a copy of original AKC certificate.
Along with your application please send a photo and the Information Request form included in the BARKS. This is very
important as Bodil plans to do a short presentation on each award winner. Your picture will be returned at the Awards
Ceremony.
Send the completed application, photo and your information form(s) to:
Bodil Aczel, 1380 Masi Road, Quakertown, PA 18951
E-mail: bodilaczel@yahoo.com questions? Call – 215-536-8884
ABSOLUTE DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 15, 2019
Remember, you must complete ONE application for EACH award!!LVKC ANNUAL AWARDS ELIGIBILITY AND RULES
1. Applicant must have been a Club member for one year and be in good standing with the LVKC and the AKC.
2. Membership starts on the date of the regular meeting at which the Club so voted.
3. Applicant must have attended two club meetings (other than the Christmas party or Awards Ceremony) within the year
and volunteered at two club functions with the year according to the attendance records of the Recording Secretary.
4. Co-owners and Co-breeders (member/member or member/non-member) are eligible; however, only one award per dog
category will be presented. Applicants opting to apply for a joint award should indicate this on the application form.
5. The award year runs from January 1 to December 31 of each year. Awards are presented in April for the preceding
year. Awards applications must be submitted to and verified by the Awards Chairperson/Club Secretary by one of the
following:
Copy of Original AKC Certificate (preferred method)
Date of Gazette in which Title/Degree was published
List of shows at which points or legs were earned.2019 LVKC Awards Ceremony Information Request Form
Please complete the following questionnaire to help me prepare a brief narrative to use along
with this year’s award presentation. If you do not have all the information or you do not wish to answer some of
the questions, please fill in what you can.
1. How long have you been involved with this Breed?________________________________
2. Is this the first title you have earned? If not, how many have you earned? ________
3. Are you the breeder of this dog? __________________________ (have you applied for the Breeder Of
Champion award? - that must be on a separate form)
4. Call name of dog? ____________Gender of the dog? Dog’s age, at receiving title? ______
5. Where did the dog receive the needed qualifications for this title?
6. Has the dog received any special recognition/awards along the way?
7. Were there any special moments or rewarding events in achieving this title?
Please include any additional information you feel would be interesting for the presentation.
Would you like to say a few words when receiving your award(s)?
Yes,______ I would love to brag - a little!
No, ______ I would prefer to just smile and accept the award.HANDLING
CLASSES
LEHIGH VALLEY
KENNEL CLUB
Instructors will vary for these sessions
The Beauty of Dogs
Session 1
Starting: February 19th – March 26th
Session 2
April 2nd – May 7th
Class only at 7:00 PM
* Please note classes will be on a Tuesday*
$10 per class
Walk-ins if space permits - $10
FMI & Registration call:
Carol Meitzler
610 791 1965LVKC Outstanding Service Award Nomination Form
Name of Nominee:
Your Name:
How long have you known this nominee?
In 50 words or less, explain the criteria this nominee meets to be awarded the
Outstanding Service Award. Please print clearly or type.
DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS IS MARCH 1, 2019
Send to:
Fran Jarvis
Nettlewood Farm 3407 Broadhead Rd.
Bethlehem, PA 18020You can also read
