General Membership Meeting
From the Desk of the President
Updates and Minutes
March 17 Board Meeting
Upcoming Events
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Upcoming Fun Day
Upcoming Run Throughs
Braggs!
Before I was a Dog Mom
Sunshine Liver Brownies
Banana Cubes
How do I Love Thee ...
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About the PCOTC
All members are invited to attend a General membership meeting that will be held at 8:00 p.m., Wednesday,
May 14th at the Portsmouth Armory. The main topic of discussion will be proposed changes to the Club Articles of Incorporation.
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Has the winter truly and finally given way to spring? The weather the last week or so would make you think so.
I love this time of year, when it's nice and cool and fun to work outdoors. So many things to do.
Well our first session has come and gone. The classes ended nicely although not as crowded as they started.
A special thanks to Marie Stuart and Denise Call who put forth the effort to teach this past session's classes. Your
efforts are appreciated by all.
So, are you making progress towards your training goals for this year? I asked that question lightly in the
last PUP. There was a very basic point to it. Many of us started a journey with our companion with a variety of goals
in mind. Many may have started with just the simple thought of "I'd like my dog to listen to me." while others may
have desires for an OTCH. Regardless of where you intend to go, the point is are you making progress getting there?
All forward (and sometimes backwards) progress counts no matter how great or small!! Remember; keep one eye on
your goal, one focused on your companion and the peace of mind to enjoy the journey.
We had announced in the last PUP that there would be a video show-n-go in April.
Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control we won't be holding that date.
If you still would like to participate and practice in a
formal ring, the Merrimac club is putting on a show-n-go on the same date at their training facility in Hampton.
As everyone knows, the PCOTC hosts a fall obedience trial in October each year. Although October is a long
ways off yet, planning and coordinating is already beginning. In the past the club has hosted some excellent shows
and received many compliments on the results and quality of our shows. There are many different people doing a variety
of jobs that make this all happen. Everything from working on Hospitality and Trophies, to Trial Secretary and Chair.
If you are interested in helping in any way with this year's trial, please contact me at your earliest convenience.
Lastly, on May 14th, there will be a general membership meeting held at the Armory for about 15 to 20
minutes starting at 8PM. This meeting will be used to outline new changes in the clubs constitution and get membership vote
for those changes. Be present and make yourself count.
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by David Hamel
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On the ATTS testing of March 1, 2003:
First, thank you to all members and non-members who helped prepare and support this service project!
Thanks to David, Janice and Mary Ann for Friday evening and to
EVERYone who came out on the cold gray Saturday morning. It didn't rain, and the sun actually came out for a pleasant while in the early afternoon. As I taxied him to
the airport on Sunday morning our chief tester, Carl, said, "I think that went quite well." Yup.
It was definitely successful. 38 dogs pre-entered, 36 tested and 27 passed. Carl told me that's a pretty
normal percentage. Before we started he went through each station explaining the expected behaviors and scoring. He
showed how the dog's stress level is supposed to build through the series and that it is not a "good/bad" measure, but rather
a management tool for working responsibly with our dog's individual personality - and sometimes a way to get a
person to change his technique or even start working with his
dog! Some of us even got to see a dog who did "good" to not pass he demonstrated the exact response
needed for the work he does rather than the usual response of his breed to an aggressive person. That would be a
combination of training and socialization working with the right personality for the job they chose. I was pretty impressed with
that, personally.
Thanks to a whole lot of loans and donations, we came out about $80 ahead on the money, too. More thanks
to Denise, Vickie H, David and Mary Ann for food and set-ups and to Janice for asking Dwayne for blinds and
assistance.
I have a write-up of tasks, timetables, test evaluators, and estimated costs and equipment so it will be easier to set
up and coordinate next time... who's up for chairing the 2005 test? If Merrimac goes with
next March and all continues to go decently, it will be our turn to sponsor again on March 5, 2005... We did
good. We will next time, too!
Good work, everyone... Thanks again!
by Leslie Wemhoff
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· The temperament test held on March 2,2003 went very well. Thank you to all that helped make this a
successful event. The response from the community was great.
· The April 19,2003 video show and go will be postponed until further notice. We will keep everyone notified
of developments.
· The next basic class will begin on April 2,2003. Kendal Owens will teach. The CGC test will take place the
same night. If anyone can help give the test or would like to have their dog take the test pleases come out.
· The advance class will begin April 9,2003. Jackie Kirkman will teach this class focusing on Novice preparation.
· There will be a general membership meeting on May 14,2003 at 8:00 p.m. directly following the basic class.
This meeting will concentrate on changes to the Bylaws and Constitution. Please plan to attend.
· Training workshops are being offered. Anyone that is interested should contact Dave or Marie.
· Annual donations were made to the Chesapeake and Portsmouth Humane Society.
by Kendal Owens
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April
April 12th: Gloucester, VA Gloucester Kennel Club of Virginia - All breek AKC B/OB Double Match,
includes Obedience trail. Tattoo clinic available ($15 for the first dog; $10 for each additional dog). Contact
Barbara Clements at bethwood4vizslas@aol.com or 804-693-3945
April 12th & 13th: Gloucester, VA Hampton Roads Obedience Training Club - 2 AKC agility trials Pre-entry
closes March 22nd. Contact Jean Watkins at 757-857-7419
April 14th & 15th: Fredericksburg, VA Greater Fredericksburg Kennel Club - AKC Obedience trials -
Closes March 26th. Contact Moss Bow at 336-379-9352
April 17th: Frederick, MD Catoctin Kennel Club of Northern Virginia - AKC Obedience trial - Closes April
2nd. Contact Jim Rau Dog Shows at 610-376-1880
April 19th: Leesburg, VA Old Dominion Kennel Club of Northern Virginia - AKC Obedience trial - Closes
April 2nd. Contact Moss Bow at 336-379-9352
April 19th - 24th & 26/27th: Sanford,
NC NADAC Fundraiser/Judging Evaluation trial. Contact Sharon Nelson
at sharon@nadac.com
April 26th & 27th: Lynchburg, VA Dog Training Club of Lynchburg - 2 AKC agility trials Pre-entry closes
April 7th. Contact Judy Smotrel at 434-384-3117
May
May 3rd & 4th: Gloucester, VA Belroi Agility Club & Tidewater Dog Performance Club - 4 UKC agility trials
- Pre-entry closes April 23rd. Contact Pam Wilson at agiledog@juno.com
May 3rd & 4th: Millersville, MD Oriole Dog Training Club - 2 AKC agility trials - Pre-entry closes April
14th. Contact Blair Kelly at mayakctrial@orioledogclub.org
May 10th & 11th: Leesburg, VA Touch and GO Agility Club -Championship, performance, double
master/PIII Gamblers agility trials. Premiums are available at http://www.touchandgoagilityclub.org.
May 10th & 11th: Richmond, VA Richmond Dog Obedience Center -2 AKC obedience trials - Closes April
23rd. Contact Pamela Hill at 804-231-7650
May 17th & 18th: Gloucester, VA Gloucester Kennel Club of Virginia - 2 AKC agility trials - Closes April
30th. Contact Nelson Fletcher at 804-693-2167
May 17th & 18th: Millersville, MD Oriole Dog Training Club - The premium for the Artful Dodgers
USDAA agility trial is now available at http://www.orioledogclub.org. Closes April 30th.
May 23rd - 26th : Williamsburg, VA Tidewater, Virginia Beach, Langley, & Gloucester Kennel Clubs - 4
AKC Obed trial - Closes May 7th. Contact Moss Bow at 336-379-9352
June
June 7th & 8th: Rectortown, VA Mattaponi Kennel Club and Dulles Obedience Training Center - 4 UKC
agility trials - Pre-entry closes May 28th. Contact Brian Anderson at 703-392-8740 or Laura Miller at 540-822-9014
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April 21st & 22nd: Richmond, VA All Dog Playskool will be hosting a
Guy Blancke Agility Seminar, limited to the first 12 dogs to register. Saturday is for novice handlers, and is open to dogs ready to compete at the novice
and open levels. Sunday is for advanced handlers, and is open for dogs working at the advanced or masters level.
For details contact Amy Yoho, 540-894-8351, or e-mail chili624@aol.com
May 10th-13th: Roanoke, VA Saint Francis of Assisi Service Dog Foundation presents a four-day
conference with Chris Bach and The Third Way. Days one and two: Foundation games, theories and techniques. Days three
and four: "Try Me" ideas and techniques for service dog training. For information, please check The Third Way's
website at: www.trainthethirdway.com or contact Karen Hough at (540)342-3647 or SFOATD@msn.com.
May 24th-26th: Blacksburg, VA Hi-D-Ho Dog Training club is hosting a
"Training Handlers to Handle Agility" workshop. This workshop is for people who want to learn about developing successful course
strategies, communicating with their dog on the course, and planning effective training sessions. It focuses on handling
skills using lectures, video analysis, and handler exercises. It also covers performance enhancement, physical
conditioning, and how dogs learns. Taught by Gayle Watkins and Rosie Higdon. The cost still has not yet been announced,
but contact Rosie Higdon at 540-552-9112 or e-mail
hidho@hi-d-ho-dogtraining.com for details
June 14th & 15th: Baltimore, MD The Oriole Dog Training Club is having a
Tellington Touch seminar conducted by Barbara Janelle. Lunch and snacks are included in the $150 handler/dog team fee. This is a
hands-on workshop, so bring a mat or blankie for you and your dog. Registration deadline May 19th. Contact Sarah
at SRRHecht@aol.com for details.
August 16th-17th: Durham, NC The Central Carolina Poodle Club is hosting
Judie Howard at the Durham Kennel Club building. This seminar are structured to assist people in all facets of dog training. It is a true
working seminar with a limit of 50 working sports. Judie Howard and one of her assistants will work with handlers and
their dogs. Anyone who gets a working sport will have several chances to work their dog, either in a group or
individually. There will be space for spectators. Crating space is very limited. Lunches and refreshments are provided in the
seminar fee of $140 for participants and $90 for spectators. For more information, contact Jan Gray
at workingdogs@earthlink.com or 919-563-0815.
August 30th-31st: Newport News, VA Merrimac Dog Training Center is bringing
Bud Houston to conduct an advanced agility seminar focusing on distance training, handling movements, and positive training methods. Limited
to 14 working teams; unlimited number of auditors (those with no dogs). For more information, contact Penny
Garwood at Pgarw81849@aol.com or 757-826-9341.
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May 9th: Virginia Beach, VA K-9 Karnvial at Red Wing Park
This event showcases the 2003 Skyhoundz Local Championships, canine disc contest, and the 12th annual Dog-Gonest Dog Show. There will also be
canine demonstrations, exhibits, and vendors selling doggie-related items. Free admission and on-site parking. Call
Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation at 427-2990 for more information.
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Obedience
Registration: 8-10 am
Judging starts: 8:30 am
$5 per run-through
Saturday:
April 19
May 3
June 7
July 19
August 23
For more information, contact Penny Garwood at Pgarw81849@aol.com or 757-826-9341.
PCOTC's Video Show-N-Go Cancelled
Due to circumstances beyond our control, the Video Show-N-Go scheduled for April 19th has been cancelled.
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Please send any submissions for The PUP to Caryl Thompson at 757-631-0712, or e-mail pupeditor@pcotcdogs.org
From Kendal Owens: Sassie got her first leg towards her UKC CD in her first UKC trial held on March 8.
From David Hamel: On March 21 & 22, Zoe and I traveled to Rebel Ridge Farms in Delaware to participate in
2 Junior Hunt tests one sponsored by the Labrador RC the other by the DelBay RC. Despite the fact that I arrived
on Friday after a 4 hour drive right on time to get Zoe out of the truck and move to the line for the first part of the test,
she did very well. Saturday turned out to be a glorious day with enough sunshine to make you just want to curl up
and snooze enjoying it. We ended the weekend by qualifying on both days and finishing our Junior Hunter title. We
were also joined by Maggie with Snap who was trying for his first leg on Saturday. If you see her and get a chance, ask
her about "having the proper equipment" when your dog is called to the line 8-)
From Maggie Hayes: Snap picked up his second Junior Hunter leg at the Tidewater Retreiver Club's hunt test
in Povidence Forge, VA on Saturday, April 5. Only 2 more to go!
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I made and ate hot meals unmolested. I had unstained, unfurred clothes.
I had quiet conversations on the phone, even if the doorbell rang.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I slept as late as I wanted
And never worried about how late I got to bed or if I could get into my bed.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I cleaned my house every day.
I never tripped over toys, stuffies, chewies, or invited the neighbor's dog over to play.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I didn't worry if my plants, cleansers, plastic bags, toilet paper,
soap or deodorant were poisonous or dangerous.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I had never been peed on
Pooped on, drooled on, chewed on, or pinched by puppy teeth.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I had complete control of my thoughts, my body and mind.
I slept all night without sharing the covers or pillow.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I never looked into big, soulful eyes and cried.
I never felt my heart break into a million pieces when I couldn't stop a hurt.
I never knew something so furry and four-legged could affect my heart so deeply.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I had never held a sleeping puppy just because I couldn't put it down.
I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every 10 minutes to make sure all was well.
I didn't know how warm it feels inside to feed a hungry puppy.
I didn't know that something so small could make me feel so important.
Before I was a Dog Mom, I had never known
the warmth,
the joy,
the love,
the heartache,
the wonderment or
the satisfaction of being A Dog Mom
~Author Unknown~
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3 to 3 1/2 lbs of liver, beef or chicken
1 C whole wheat flour
4.25 oz jar fresh minced or crushed garlic
2 C white flour
1/2 C corn meal
1 med shaker of grated parmesan cheese
Optional a half a dozen scented candles
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray
Process liver and garlic in food processor or blender until pureed. (note: my processor isn't huge, so I did 1/2 the ingredients at a time, then mixed the two halves in a large bowl)
Add the rest of the ingredients to processor and mix thoroughly...
Spread evenly onto cookie sheet (my mix was about the consistency of cake batter)
Light candles, open windows, and...
Bake for about 30 min, then turn the oven off but leave the brownies inside until they are cool
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Use 1 banana at a time. Slice it and put into a cup or blender.
Add about 1 1/2 - 2 cups water. Blend and freeze.
Variations: instead of banana use: parsley, watermelon, oranges, or lemons. Use whatever the dogs like.
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I love thee agreeably enough to let your stinky dog hide on the bed after a run through damp leaves, mud and
slug infested gardens.
I love thee steadfastly enough to devote a year to raising you from a wobbly speck into a strong healthy adult
(who promptly attempts to seize control).
I love thee passionately despite your repeated efforts to probe my ears, eyes and mouth with the same tongue
you use for various other atrocities.
I love thee well despite the amazing odors you produce.
I love thee deeply though you use me as a napkin at every opportunity.
I love thee madly despite the various bodily functions you have performed at inappropriate moments and in
inappropriate places.
I love thee constantly despite the dog "bladder curfew" I have lived by for many years.
I love thee truly despite the "doggie land mines" hidden in the grass.
I love thee absolutely because you never (well, hardly ever) hog the remote control.
I love thee gratefully because you stay by my side (or on my side).
I love thee devotedly more than clean carpeting, clothing, furniture, floors or walls.
I love thee bravely enough to battle the indomitable flea on your behalf.
I love thee monetarily enough to put the vet's children through college.
I love thee openly I will bear any embarrassment for your furry sake.
I love thee totally more than free time, excess cash or a predictable life.
~Author Unknown~
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Web sites to visit
PCOTC's Web Site - http://www.pcotcdogs.org
Other Local Clubs
Merrimac Dog Training Club - http://www.merrimacdogs.com
Tidewater Dog Performance Club - http://www.tdpc-hjjdogs.com
Looking for Events?
American Kennel Club: - http://www.akc.org
Canine Freestyle Federation: - http://www.canine-freestyle.org
Clean Run (agility information): - http://www.cleanrun.com
DASH (District Area Sighthound Assn.) (Lure Coursing): - http://www.coursing.com/coursing/index.html
InfoDog: - http://www.infodog.com
International Weight Pull Association: - http://www.iwpa.net
North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association - http://www.navhda.org
Tidewater Dog Performance Club: - http://www.tdpc-hjjdogs.com
United Kennel Club: - http://www.ukcdogs.com
Working Retriever Central (hunting & field trial info): - http://www.working-retriever.com
Other Sites of Interest:
American Veterinary Medical Assn.: - http://www.avma.org
Association of Pet Dog Trainers: - http://www.apdt.org
Carting information: - http://www.cartingwithyourdog.com
The Dogpatch (General Info): - http://www.dogpatch.org
Dogwise (Books, videos & more): - http://www.dogwise.com
North American Flyball Assn.: - http://www.flyball.org
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals: - http://www.offa.org (check out their genetic databases where you can sort by breed!)
Two Dog Press (books & fun stuff): - http://www.twodogpress.com
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About PCOTC
The Portsmouth Chesapeake Obedience Training Club, Inc is a nonprofit organization composed of people
who enjoy working and spending time with their dogs. We are interested in helping you train your dog to be a well
mannered family member and a source of pride.
President: DavidHamel 757-478-6913 president@pcotcdogs.org
Vice President: Marie Stuart 757-465-5099 vpresident@pcotcdogs.org
Treasurer: Cathy Broyles 757-488-8752 treasurer@pcotcdogs.org
Corresponding Secretary: Cristy Broyles
csecretary@pcotcdogs.org
Recording Secretary: Kendall Owens 252-771-3034 rsecretary@pcotcdogs.org
Board Members: Lovey Lyons 757-657-6564 board1@pcotcdogs.org
Denise Call 757-558-1120 board2@pcotcdogs.org
Mary Ann Maegher board3@pcotcdogs.org
Leslie Wemoff 757-465-0456 board4@pcotcdogs.org
The PUP deadlines:
We make every effort to distribute The PUP the first Wednesday of each month. In order to help us make
this deadline, please submit information by the 25th of the previous month.
Please send any submissions for The PUP to
Caryl Thompson 757-631-0712 pupeditor@pcotcdogs.org