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                   10 WAYS YOU’RE ANNOYING YOUR DOG
                    By Sassafras Lowrey, CTDI                      Leaving Your Dog Alone
                                                                                                         FEBRUARY 2022

                    AKC                                            Dogs are highly social and require human
                                                                   company to thrive. If you leave them alone,
                    Your dog loves you unconditionally. It’s one   it definitely disappoints them. Of course,
                    of the best parts of their companionship. But you can’t be with your pet every minute
                    that doesn’t mean your dog loves everything of the day, but excessive isolation leads
                    you do. In fact, a lot of dog owners irritate  to an unhappy dog and a load of problems
                    their pet every day without even realizing it. including separation anxiety, destructive
                    Do you think you might be guilty? Here are     chewing, excessive barking, and more. Be
                    ten ways you might be annoying your dog.       sure you spend quality time with your dog
                                                                   every day. For the times you can’t be there,
                    Not Sticking to a Routine                      consider hiring a pet sitter or dog walker to
                    Dogs find routine comforting. Knowing what     help meet your pet’s social needs.
                    to expect, such as when you will be coming
                    home or when their dinner will arrive, eases   Boring Your Dog
                    their stress. The same is true for walks and   Many dog breeds were originally developed
                    potty breaks. If you don’t give your dog a     to perform jobs like herding or catching
                    set routine, it can cause anxiety and problem vermin. So, from a dog’s perspective, having
                    behaviors. Instead, try to meet your dog’s     nothing to do but lie around all day is
                    needs on a consistent schedule, weekday or     dreadfully boring. And bored dogs become
                    weekend. You can always add bonus activities destructive and stressed. Even breeds
                    for an extra bit of fun but do all you can to  that were developed as companions still
                    provide a predictable environment.                                          continued on page 8

In this issue:
Ways You’re Annoying Your Dog...1, 8

President’s Message...................2

January 2022 Minutes................3

RKC Awards Application......... 4-6

NYC Leptosporosis Outbreak........7

Conformation and Obed. Training....9
                                          Sue Chandler’s Skye Terriers. Left, 7 year old Hana and right Hamish, 16 months enjoying
Dates to remember..................10
                                          the frigid weather.

                 V I S I T U S O N L I N E AT W W W. R A M A P O K E N N E L C L U B . C O M
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President’s Message

                                       Happy Valentine’s Day!
                                       Last October I inherited the mother of my rough blue merle collie when
                                       her owner passed away suddenly. “Gigi” is a very sweet little girl, an AKC
                                       champion, who came from a large kennel in North Carolina. While all the dogs
                                       there were well cared for something went wrong. A few of them tested positive
                                       for heartworm—Gigi included. Thankfully Gigi was not coughing or having any
                                       difficulty breathing. The echocardiogram did not indicate severe heart damage
                                       and there were no microfilaria (baby worms) in her bloodstream. However,
 Gerrie Oliver                         she also tested positive for whipworms and hookworms. Since Gigi was also
                                       a bit anemic, treatment for those worms began immediately and aggressively
                   and she was put on the regular monthly dosage of Interceptor Plus to keep things under control.
                   (I’ve learned that the monthly treatments will prevent them from contracting heartworm but will
                   not cure it once it is established. This simply prevented any new infections.) Once she was
                   stabilized, the regimen for actual heartworm treatment began early in November.
                    It started by giving Gigi a month-long dosage of Doxycline to rid her system of any bacteria that
                   could interfere with treatment. Trouble with that was that the Doxy made her very nauseous.
                                      She vomited frequently and refused all food, even home-cooked meals and deli
 Ramapo Kennel Club meats. OTC stomach antacids did no good. Since Doxy must be given with food,
 Officers                             it really complicated things. Ultrasounds and more blood tests insured it wasn’t
President                             anything more serious. Eventually stopped the Doxycyline altogether and she
Gerrie Oliver                         was put on anti-nausea and appetite stimulants Mirtazapine, Ondansetron and
olivergerrie@gmail.com                Entyce to get her appetite back on track. Happily with these meds the vomiting
Vice President
                                      stopped and she began eating again.
Jeffrey David Ball                      According to the original plan, once the Doxycyline treatments were complete,
                                      Gigi was to be given a month without meds to allow her system to rest. Then
Treasurer                             the real heartworm killers would be administered in three doses over one
Ruth Henningsen
                                      month’s time. The first intravenous injection must be administered at the
Recording Secretary
Kristin Pierson
                                      veterinarian hospital so she can be carefully monitored throughout the day. The
                                      second dose is given one month later. The third dose is given the very next
Corresponding Secretary
Tilly Grassa                          day. Although not as dangerous as they used to be, I understand the injections
tgcreative@aol.com                    are painful so more meds are given to make her more comfortable. Another
Board of Directors                    heartworm test is done the following month to confirm success.
2021                                    However, our story is not ended. Gigi’s doctor felt that the interrupted
Cindy Pierson                         Doxycyline program was insufficient and it was necessary to start over again.
Denis Johnson
Sue Chandler                          So, January 13th was our new “Day 1” with another month-long round of
                                      antibiotic treatment. Fortunately, a lower dose is deemed adequate and more
2022                                  tolerable as long as I keep her on the Ondansetron, too. Gigi will be able to
Elaine Barone                         “rest” from February 13th to March 13th when the real heartworm injections
Lorraine Fennemore
Tim Dewar                             begin. I think it is ironic that she and I will enjoy a quiet Valentine’s Day.
                                      Let’s keep our dog’s hearts healthy. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound
AKC Delegate                          of cure. Stay well and safe,
Jeffrey David Ball
                                      Gerrie

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Minutes

Ramapo Kennel Club                                           Other Reports
Membership Zoom Meeting (1/12/2022)                          Sunshine: Karen Stickel’s father passed and a card was
                                                             sent.
Attendees                                                    Membership: 2 pending applications, Patty and John
Members in attendance: Gerrie Oliver, Sue Chandler,          Swaney and Laura Trinidad Deocon.
Elaine Barone, Ruth Henningsen, Sharon Fremer, Jeffrey       Obedience/KPT Classes: 4 therapy dogs and 3 CGC dogs
Ball, Antoniette Coviello, Kristin Pierson, Cindy Pierson,   passed the testing in December. New session has started
Mary Gallagher, Tilly Grassa and Elizabeth Smith.            and there are 6 puppies and a full beginners obedience
                                                             class.
Approval of Minutes                                          Awards: Applications will be sent out with the Feb. Growl.
Minutes from the December meeting, recorded by               Show Handling: 6 students last class and Sue was able
Gerrie. Motion to accept made by Jeff and 2nd by Sue.        to help since we had both big and small dogs.
                                                             AKC report: Nothing to report from the Florida delegates
Officers’ Reports:                                           meeting. There is now an option for Junior Handlers to
Corresponding Secretary- Tilly received an email from AKC    show mixed breeds. Clubs have the choice of opting out
regarding increased junior participation and to appoint      of allowing it.
a Junior Coordinator. Jeff (2022 show chair) volunteered     NJFDC: The assembly, despite all the testimony did
to be the coordinator.                                       approve the A6099 (tethering and owner’s responsibility
• The assembly bill 6099—regarding revising laws            for all costs when dogs are seized regardless of how and
  prohibiting cruel tethering and confinement of dogs;       where.) Parker Space was the only person who voted no,
  establishes procedures for seizure, care, and forfeiture   but the assembly chair mentioned privately to Jeffrey
  of animals involved in animal cruelty violations; was      that he heard all the concerns of the 25 opposing
  voted down.                                                speakers and it will not go further, so is dead until next
• Email sent out regarding the changes to the Bred by       session.
  Exhibitor class.
• Tilly received an email from AKC regarding PAC            Old Business:
  donations.                                                 N/A
• The NJFDC directory ad and listings are due the end of
  January.                                                   New Business:
                                                             Point Show Committee meeting scheduled by Jeffrey on
Treasurer’s report was presented by Ruth —the checking       1/31/22 at 7:30.
balance was $19,180.54 and the Money Market was
$20,934.98. The loss from the show was $2,397.72             Adjournment: Motion made by Elaine and seconded by
                                                             Antoinette—end time 8:59.

RKC MEMBERSHIP
Ramapo Kennel Club is pleased to announce the receipt        at Obedience Classes, Match and Point Shows and
of a Membership Application from Patricia A. Swaney          programs/special events. Sponsors are Kristin Pierson
and John A Swaney of Little Falls, NJ                        and Sue Chandler. The Board has already approved the
 Patricia and John own a Wheaten Terrier who I               application and an official vote will be taken at the
understand did very well at the recent shows. They are       February 9th Membership Meeting. I think they will be a
also members of the Delaware Valley SCWT Club. They          wonderful addition to RKC.
have indicated an interest and willingness to serve          Gerrie

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RAMAPO KENNEL CLUB ACHIEVEMENT AWARD APPLICATION
 CALENDAR YEAR JAN. 1, 2021 THROUGH DEC. 31, 2021

 Reg. Name of Dog _________________________________________________________________________
 Dog_____ Bitch _____
 AKC#___________________________Breed/Variety______________________________________________

 Owner(s)_________________________________________________________________________________

 Address__________________________________________________________________________________
       _______________________________________________email________________________________
 Breeder__________________________________________________________________________________

 Owned by member(s) _________________ Bred by Member(s)______________________________________

 Handled by Member(s)______________________________________________________________________
                                  *Indicate name of RKC Member who is to receive the award.
                                                       CATEGORY
 HIGHEST ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
 BIS (All Breed)        Show __________________________________________________ Date __________
 BIS (Specialty)        Show __________________________________________________ Date __________
 HIT Obedience		        Show __________________________________________________ Date ________
 Best in Field Trial    Show __________________________________________________ Date___________
 High in Trial Rally RA/RE Combined____________________________________________ Date___________

 CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS
 Conformation Champion            Show ____________________________________________ Date __________
 Grand Champion		                 Show ____________________________________________ Date __________
 Bronze, Silver, Gold Gr CH       Show_____________________________________________Date __________
 Obedience Trial Champion         Show ____________________________________________ Date __________
 Field Trial Champion		           Show ____________________________________________ Date __________

 OBEDIENCE & RALLY TITLE AWARDS
 AKC, UKC, WCS CDSP will be recognized

 TITLE
 __________ Show ____________________________________________________ Date _______________
 __________ Show ____________________________________________________ Date _______________
 __________ Show ____________________________________________________ Date _______________

 OTHER AKC TITLES (Herding, Field, Agility, Barn Hunt etc.).)
 __________ Show _________________________________________ Date __________Country__________
 __________ Show _________________________________________ Date __________Country__________
 __________ Show _________________________________________ Date __________Country__________
 Photocopies of all Titles must be sent with entry. No awards will be given without photocopies. NO
 EXCEPTIONS!! Non-regular Titles will only count towards the breeders’ award and certificates of
 achievement. Temperament testing is a Non-AKC Title.
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RAMAPO KENNEL CLUB ACHIEVEMENT AWARD NOMINATION, continued
Non-Regular Awards or Achievements and Requirements
Additional Awards (STAR, CGC, CGCA, THERAPY DOG,CAT, TT, or parent club titles etc. (applicable for
Certificate of Achievement only)
____________Show _______________________________________ Date ________ Country___________
____________Show _______________________________________ Date ________ Country___________
____________Show _______________________________________ Date ________ Country___________
____________Show _______________________________________ Date ________ Country___________
____________Show _______________________________________ Date ________ Country___________

AENNCHEN ANTONELLI / GILMA BLAUVELT - MOSS BREEDERS AWARD
1. Presented to a club member who is the breeder of record of dogs winning the most titles in each
   calendar year. Dogs do not need to be owned by the club member. It is the total number of titles won
   which determines the winner, not the number of individual dogs.
2. Any recognized titles shall be included, ie Champion, Obedience, Field, Working Dog, etc.
3. Titles may be won in any country of the world.

LEE ABRAHAM AWARD FOR BREEDER OF THE YEAR
Presented to the owner of the bitch who:
1. Produced the most champions (bred by owner from one bitch only) during the calendar year.
2. Only American Kennel Club Championships to count.

MILLIE MC CABE AWARD FOR STUD DOG OF THE YEAR
Presented to the owner of the Stud Dog who:
1. Produced the most “Champions” during the calendar year.
2. Only American Kennel Club Championships to count.

WILLIAM AND RUBY KLEINMANNS MEMORIAL AWARD
This Award is figured from January 1, 2021 thru December 31, 2021. This award will be based on the
greatest number of dogs defeated in breed competition (up to and including Best in Show) by a single dog
handled by its Owner. Dogs owned or co-owned by a Professional handler are excluded. If the dog is
owned and handled by more than one member (neither of which is a Professional handler), both members
will share the award equally.

LESLEE VALENTE MEMORIAL TROPHY FOR EXCELLENCE IN OBEDIENCE
This award is given to a member who handled the dog with the highest average scores in AKC Novice A or
B from January 1, 2021, thru December 31, 2021. Minimum of three scores required. Shows and scores
must be provided. Winner is to retain custody of the award for the year.

RALLY AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
This award is presented to the RKC member who has achieved the AKC Rally Advanced/Excellent title. To
earn this title, the dog must have completed the requirements for the Rally Excellent title and received
qualifying scores in both Rally Advanced B and Rally Excellent B at 10 separate trials. 1/1/21-12/31/21

PATRICIA A. SCULLY MEMORIAL TROPHY FOR EXCELLENCE IN OPEN OBEDIENCE
This award is given to a member who handled the dog with the highest average scores to obtain the title
of CDX in AKC Open A or B from January 1, 2021, thru December 31, 2021. Minimum of three scores
required. Shows and scores must be provided. Winner is to retain custody of the award for the year.
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RAMAPO KENNEL CLUB ACHIEVEMENT AWARD NOMINATION, continued

 RAMAPO KENNEL CLUB GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
 The following rules govern the choice of the recipient of this award each year.
 1. This award is presented to the RKC member who has provided dedicated service to the club and the sport
    of purebred dogs.
 2. Award is given to a club member who has received the most letters of recommendation by the
    membership.
 3. In the event of a tie the recipient shall be chosen by the Board of Directors from those individuals
    recommended by letters from the membership.
 4. To be presented at the June Awards Dinner. Recipient only may be told to insure their being present.

 AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB OUTSTANDING SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
 1. This award celebrates those individuals who deserve special recognition for having made a difference in
    the sport of purebred dogs, embody the AKC code of sportsmanship, and have been an active and valued
    member of an AKC member club. The award is given to a club member who has been nominated and
    approved by the majority of the board of directors and officers PRIOR to the May meeting and shall be
    presented at the June awards dinner. The awards chair will be notified by April 15th. The recipient only
    may be notified by the awards chair to insure their being present.

                                     Eligibility for Ramapo Kennel Club Awards

 In order to apply and receive any Achievement Awards MEMBERS must fulfill at least two of the following
 during the calendar year January 1, 2021 thru December 31, 2021:
 1. Work the Point Show.
 2. Work the Match Show.
 3. Attend two (2) Club Meetings
 4. Work at Obedience and/or Show Handling Classes
 5. Work on a Club Committee.
 6. Participate in a Public Education Demonstration through the Club
 7. Participate in a Pet Therapy Session through the Club.

 (Life Members or members living more than 60 miles from show functions are exempt)
 In addition, to give recognition to a greater number of members, Achievement Awards will be limited to
 three (3) consecutive wins by a member.

 All award entries must be received by April 15th, 2022 with photocopies of Wins and Titles to:
                                                    ELAINE BARONE
                                                    10 BIRCH ROAD
                                             KINNELON, NJ 07405-2505
                                           E-mail elaineb.bowow@juno.com

 YOU MAY E-MAIL YOUR LETTERS FOR THE “GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD”
 Feel free to e-mail me your awards ONLY if you can scan the forms and certificates required.
 Thank you and I look forward to hearing from all of you. Elaine Barone
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NYC LEPTOSPIROSIS OUTBREAK IN DOGS: WHAT TO KNOW
By Dr. Jerry Klein, CVO                                      Diagnosis is made through blood and urine tests
AKC                                                         that look specifically for Leptospirosis. Antibiotics
                                                            are typically used to treat Leptospirosis; not only can
New York City is dealing with an outbreak of a rare,        they treat the active infection, but also may prevent
sometimes fatal disease spread by rat urine known as        dogs from becoming carriers of the organism.
Leptospirosis. Many dog owners are wondering: does
leptospirosis affect dogs? Can dogs get leptospirosis?      How Can Dog Owners Prevent Leptospirosis?
Here’s everything you need to know.                         Prevention is best accomplished by stopping your
 Leptospirosis is a disease that affects dogs, as well as   dog’s access to contaminated water. Also, try to
many other kinds of animals. The organism that causes       sanitize your dog’s environment by eliminating food
leptospirosis is a spirochete bacteria and is found         and garbage to reduce the attraction of rats, raccoons,
throughout the world. There are a very large number of      or feral cats.
Leptospira; about 230 of them have been identified.          Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease. In other words, it
 In the United States, Leptospirosis is in the              is contagious to humans. The most likely way humans
environment because it is carried in rats, wildlife,        contract Leptospirosis is via exposure to dog or rat
as well as domestic livestock. More cases are seen in       urine. However, any bodily fluid, including vomit
late summer and fall and often after heavy rainfalls.       and saliva, can transmit the disease. If your dog is
Leptospira is known to exist in standing water,             infected with Leptospirosis, it is very important to
dampness, and mud. Winter conditions tend to lower          observe proper hygiene even after he has recovered
the risk because Leptospira do not tolerate freezing        (wearing protective gloves when cleaning up after
temperatures.                                               your dog, preventing face-licking, etc.)
 Pets can become infected through contact with the           Vaccination for leptospirosis is an option to consider
urine of infected animals such as raccoons, skunks,         if your dog is at high risk of contracting the disease.
rats, feral cats, dogs, and other animals. Often, dogs      The American Animal Hospital Association considers
contract the disease by swimming in stagnant water          Leptospirosis a “non-core” vaccine for dogs. That
or drinking contaminated water in puddles.                  is, they do not recommend it unless there is a good
                                                            chance your dog will be exposed to Leptospirosis. The
Should Dog Owners Be Concerned About                        efficacy of the vaccine is variable: short-lasting or
Leptospirosis?                                              limited. There have been reports of reactions to the
Not all dogs that are exposed to Leptospirosis become       vaccine that vary from minor to severe.
visibly ill. In a 2007 study, 25 percent of unvaccinated     Vaccination does not always prevent infection, but
healthy dogs had antibodies to Leptospirosis. This          it tends to make the disease much milder if infection
indicated to researchers that they had been previously      occurs. There is the potential for vaccinated dogs
exposed to Leptospirosis without their owners               that do become infected to become long-term carriers
noticing a problem.                                         of Leptospirosis. Some long-term carriers have
 When Leptospirosis does cause disease in dogs, it          more frequent incidence of reproductive failure and
tends to be most severe in unvaccinated dogs that are       stillbirths.
younger than 6 months of age. It takes about 4-12
days after exposure for a dog to start to feel ill.          As with all vaccinations, you should discuss the
 Signs of illness vary, but usually include lethargy,       vaccine for Leptospirosis with your veterinarian.
poor appetite, fever, vomiting, increased thirst or         This decision will be based on you and your dog’s
urine production. Jaundice may also be seen. Blood          lifestyle, if your community is experiencing cases
tests will show changes in kidney values or liver and       of Leptospirosis, and the other pros and cons your
kidney values.                                              veterinarian has experienced with the vaccine.

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10 WAYS YOU’RE ANNOYING YOUR DOG continued from p.1
 appreciate having a purpose. Provide your dog with        can tease dogs too. Pretending to throw a ball might
 plenty of physical exercise and mental stimulation,       seem funny to you, but it’s unfair to your dog. Not
 and consider taking up a dog sport that puts your         only is it annoying, but it can erode your dog’s trust.
 dog’s intelligence and instincts to work or buying        Instead, deliver on your promises and be honest
 fun, interactive dog toys.                                with your pet.

 Hugging Your Dog                                          Relying on Spoken Language
 It’s natural to hug your loved ones, including your       No doubt you talk to your dog. They make great
 canine companion. But just as some people feel            listeners, after all. But it’s important to remember
 hugs are an invasion of their personal space, many        that although dogs can understand human speech,
 dogs dislike a tight embrace. Hugs are a form of          they don’t process it the same way we do and can
 restraint – your dog can’t run away or escape while       only learn a limited number of words. Lecturing
 they’re pinned by your arms. It can also seem             them about jumping on visitors is far less effective
 threatening. Although some dogs don’t mind hugs           than teaching them an alternative way to say hello.
 from their beloved owners, and therapy dogs are           Be conscious of how you verbally communicate
 taught to tolerate even a stranger’s hug, it’s better     with your dog. Rely on words they understand, be
 to find more dog-friendly ways of showing affection.      consistent in how you use those words, and add
                                                           hand signals to your cues.
 Patting Your Dog on the Top of the Head
  For some reason, people enjoy patting dogs on the        Yelling at Your Dog
 top of their heads. But if you pat your own head,         To a dog, yelling is the human equivalent of barking.
 you’ll see how jarring it can be. Plus, dogs don’t        They know you’re riled up about something, but
 like outstretched hands reaching over them – it’s         because they can’t understand the meaning of your
 threatening. If you learn to read dog body language,      speech, they have no idea why. That’s upsetting and
 you’ll likely notice stress signals when you pat          confusing. It can also agitate your dog, so rather
 a dog this way. Instead, stroke the dog in a less         than stopping unruly behavior in its tracks, it can
 intimidating spot like their chest or the side of their   exacerbate it. Instead of getting loud with your dog,
 neck.                                                     keep your volume steady and adjust the tone of your
                                                           voice.
 Staring at Your Dog
 When you and your dog stare into each other’s eyes        Rushing Your Dog on Walks
 it releases the feel-good hormone oxytocin which          From your perspective, walking your dog might
 increases feelings of love and boosts your bond. But      be about providing physical exercise and potty
 that’s assuming your dog enjoys direct eye contact        breaks. But that’s not how your dog sees it. In fact,
 in the first place. Although your dog may spend a lot     that attitude is ruining your dog’s walks. Instead,
 of time staring at you, many dogs don’t enjoy you         walks should be a chance for mental stimulation,
 staring back unless they’ve learned to associate it       socialization, and a good sniff session. Don’t ask
 with good things like cuddles and treats. Staring is      your dog to heel past every fire hydrant and tree
 threatening in dog language, so teach your dog to         trunk. Let them smell, explore, and take their time.
 enjoy eye contact with exercises like “watch me.”
                                                            No doubt, you’ve annoyed your dog with something
 Teasing Your Dog                                          on this list. Thank goodness our canine companions are
 When it comes to teasing dogs, we usually think           quick to forgive. But now that you know how your pet
 of children as the main culprits. They might pull a       really feels, you can be more considerate of their needs
 dog’s tail or play keep away with a toy. But adults       and perspective and try harder to live in harmony.

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CONFORMATION HANDLING CLASS
Ramapo Kennel Club show handling             TUESDAY EVENINGS, 7:00 PM
classes, at the VFW Post #8096,
69 Carey Ave., Butler, NJ.                   February 15
                                             March 1st.

Due to the club having to limit class
sizes and maintain social distancing
please contact Kristin Pierson at
piersonKn@hotmail.com to register for
these classes, as she will be keeping
a list of all students attending. Masks
must be worn, and there will be a
waiver to sign.

OBEDIENCE CLASSES 2022
                                                         Classes will be limited following Covid guidelines.
                                                         $150.00 fee.

                                                         WEDNESDAY

                                                         PUPPY KINDERGARTEN - 6:30          BEGINNER - 7:30

                                                         Session 3 - Jan 5, 19, 26, Feb 2, 16, 23

                                                         Session 4 - Mar 2, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 20
                                          TILLY GRASSA

FOR CLASS INFORMATION CONTACT:
Ruth Hennigsen 973-697-9456
ruthh.sno-dog@optimum.net,
Elaine Barone 973-492-1876
elaineb.bowow@juno.com
                                                                                                             SUE CHANDLER

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Dates to remember:

                  Wed. Feb. 9          Member Meeting 8pm. Board Meeting 7:15. Via Zoom.

                  Wed. Mar. 9          Member Meeting 8pm. Board Meeting 7:15 - In-person

                  		                       at the American Legion Hall in Pequannock.

                  Wed. April 13        Member Meeting 8pm. Board Meeting 7:15 - In-person

                  		                       at the American Legion Hall in Pequannock.

                  146th ANNUAL WESTMINSTER KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW ANNOUNCES
                  NEW 2022 EVENT LOCATION AND DATE
                  The 2022 events will return to the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, NY after Omicron surge in
                  New York City caused a postponement

                  New York, NY — The 146th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina
                  Pro Plan is announcing that the postponed January 22-26 events are now scheduled for
                  June 18-22, 2022, at the Lyndhurst Estate in Tarrytown, NY, with 19.5 hours of television
                  coverage scheduled across FOX, FS1, and FS2.

                  In December of 2021, the club postponed the January events, due to the surge of the
                  Omicron variant in New York City. This is the second year in a row the organization has had
                  to adjust the timing of America’s Dog Show due to the pandemic. With the safety and well-
                  being of the participants remaining the driving force, the Westminster Kennel Club’s Board
                  of Governors determined that an outdoor event is again the most responsible plan of action.

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