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BOSTON TERRIER SPECIALTY WEEKEND TWO DAYS – FOUR SHOWS 4-6 MONTH PUPPY COMPETITION AT EACH SHOW NATIONAL OWNER HANDLED SERIES MARCH 18 -19, 2017 STURBRIDGE, MA
BOSTON TERRIER SPECIALTY WEEKEND
TWO DAYS – FOUR SHOWS 4-6 MONTH PUPPY COMPETITION AT EACH SHOW
NATIONAL OWNER HANDLED SERIES
MARCH 18 -19, 2017 STURBRIDGE, MA
CONCESSIONS/VENDORS Make Checks payable to BTCC, Inc. $25 per table if required. No charge for vendors bringing their own set-up; a monetary donation and/or goods for our raffles would be greatly appreciated. Mail reservations to: Bruce Hostetler, Vendor Chair, 755 Old Colchester Rd, Uncasville, CT 06382 [email protected] Deadline – March 1, 2017. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY There will be a zero tolerance Policy at the BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT & MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB Specialty Shows for poor manners, verbal abuse, foul language or damages to property or the Host Hotel. Any mistreatment of the show grounds, show personnel, Club members or show volunteers will result in an Event Committee Hearing. Your anticipated cooperation is greatly appreciated.
NO COMMERCIAL VIDEOTAPING ON SHOW GROUNDS EXCEPT BY PRIOR ARRANGEMENT WITH THE SHOW CHAIR. ALL RIGHTS TO TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, ADVERTISE, PROMOTE OR OTHERWISE EXPLOIT THESE SPECIALTY SHOWS ARE
VESTED IN THE BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT AND MINUTEMAN BTC OR IN PERSONS TO WHOM ASSIGNMENTS OF SUCH RIGHTS HAVE BEEN MADE IN WRITING BY THE CLUB. ALL PERSONS AND ANIMALS ON THE GROUNDS AT
ANYTIME WHILE THE SHOW IS IN PROGRESS, DO BY ATTENDING THIS SPECIALTY OR PARTICIPATING THEREIN, GRANT TO THE BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT THE
RIGHT TO PHOTOGRAPH, TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, AUDIO TAPE OR OTHERWISE USE THEIR LIKENESS AND VOICE IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT FURTHR RELEASE OR CONSENT. THE CLUB IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTIONS OR PRODUCTS OF
ANY COMMERCIAL VENDORS AT THIS EVENT
2017214901, 2017214902, 2017214903, 2017149904 ENTRIES CLOSE: 3:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, March 1, 2017
AT SHOW SECRETARY'S ADDRESS OR WHEN ENTRY LIMIT IS REACHED After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted, except as provided
for in Chapter 11, Section 6, of the Dog Show Rules. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PREMIUM LIST
BACK-TO-BACK SPECIALTY SHOWS
Annual Specialty & Sweepstakes BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, INC.
Unbenched - Indoors Established 1931
**ENTRY LIMIT FOR EACH SHOW IS 100**
4-6 Month Puppy Competition at each show
Sturbridge Host Hotel 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Saturday, March 18, 2017
SHOW HOURS 7:00AM to 6:00 PM No cell phones in the ballroom during show hours please
A portion of the proceeds from this show will be donated to the CDF, Connecticut Dog Federation
All Puppy and Open Classes Divided
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION Permission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of
this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations. James P. Crowley, Secretary
OFFICERS OF THE BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, Inc.
President Bruce Hostetler Vice President Susan J Marker Treasurer Ann Burke Secretary Bonnie Appleby
(55 Chestnut Hill Rd, E Hampton, CT 06424-1852 [email protected])
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Stacie Zibel Mary Carroll Marge Smith Ruth Masin Kathleen Skorka
SHOW COMMITTEE
Esther Tyler, Show Chairman 14 Pine St, Newington, CT 06111
Trophy Chairs Stacie Zibel & Nicole Pollack & Cyndi Bussey Catalog Advertising Nicole Pollack Silent Auction Bonnie Applebee Grounds Connie Marker Ways & Means Kathleen Skorka Concessions/Vendors Bruce Hostetler 50/50 Raffle Chris Krok Rescue Mary Carroll
VETERINARIAN (on Call)
Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital 6 Cedar St, Sturbridge, MA 01566
508-347-7374
Boston Road Animal Hospital 1235 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA 01119
24 Hour Emergency # 413-783-0603
PHOTOGRAPHER
Bruce Hostetler 755 Old Colchester Road
Uncasville, CT 06382
MAIL ALL ENTRIES AND FEES TO Lori Carver, Show Secretary
91 Michael Sears Rd Belchertown, MA 01007
802-338-2857 E-mail: [email protected]
TROPHIES All trophies must be picked up on the day of the show, except where otherwise stated. Owners and/or agents are responsible for picking up trophies. BTCC reserves the right to substitute trophies of equal or greater value for any trophy listed. The following prizes are offered by The Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, through the generosity of its members and friends, unless otherwise specified
Saturday Morning Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Sarah England Jewelry Box donated by Donna Nardi
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX– Paw Print Canvas Bag offered by Mary MacCollum/Margrave Bostons BEST OF WINNERS – Furminator Grooming Tool offered by Mary MacCollum/Margrave Bostons WINNERS DOG – Dog Bed WINNERS BITCH– Dog Bed RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Boston Terrier Cosmetic Bag RESERVE WINNERS BITCH – Boston Terrier Cosmetic Bag SELECT DOG & Select Bitch – Doggy Gift Bag FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – BTCC Keychain AWARD OF MERIT – Doggy Gift Bag BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – Doggy Gift Bag BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Doggy Gift Bag BEST BRACE – Doggy Gift Bag BEST OWNER HANDLER- Dog Related Item
Saturday Afternoon Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Boston Terrier Yoga Towels by Society 6 BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX– AKC Waterproof Tote offered by Mary MacCallum/
Margrave Bostons BEST OF WINNERS – Dog Bed WINNERS DOG – Sweatshirt Blanket WINNERS BITCH – Sweatshirt Blanket RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Blanket RESERVE WINNERS BITCH - Balnket SELECT DOG & SELECT BITCH – Ceramic Treat Jar FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – BTCC Key chain AWARD OF MERIT – Doggy Gift Bag BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – Doggy Gift Bag BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Doggy Gift Bag
BEST BRACE – Doggy Gift Bag BEST OWNER HANDLER – Dog Related Item
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP TROPHIES Saturday Morning Show BEST JUNIOR HANDLER – $10.00 gift card FIRST IN EACH CLASS – BTCC keychain
SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
First through Fourth in each Sweepstakes Class: Notebook with Dog Toy Best In Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Pillow donated by Cyndi Bussey Best Puppy in Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Pillow Best Junior in Sweepstakes: Ceramic Dog Bowl
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
Best Veteran In Sweepstakes: Ceramic Dog Bowl
4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY TROPHIES
Saturday Morning Show
FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS – Ceramic Dog Bowl
Saturday Afternoon Show FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS – Ceramic Dog Bowl ********************************************************************************** COLLECTORS don’t miss our silent auction and live auction Saturday night. Donations will be greatly appreciated and may be brought to the show. ****************************************************************************************************** TROPHY DONATIONS The Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut will be offering spectacular trophies again this year. A rosette will be awarded to the first place in each class, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex, Best of Breed, and Parade of Titleholders. A donation from you to help offset costs will be greatly appreciated. If your donation is received by February 26, 2017 we will acknowledge your generosity in our specialty catalog. IN ADDITION – a donation of $50.00 entitles you to a free two-show color catalog compliments of BTCC as our THANK YOU for your generosity. *****************************************************************************************************
PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS BIOGRAPHY
(Please fill out and return with entry)
Saturday – BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, INC. - jointly with Minuteman Boston Terrier Club
Dog’s Registered Name:_________________________________________ Dog’s Call Name: _______________________________________________ Age: _________ Owners: _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________
● Please return to show secretary with entry. Please note there will be one Parade of Title Holders for both clubs on Saturday afternoon after confirmation judging.
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On Saturday, March 18, 2017 we will be offering a rabies and micro-chip clinic after conformation judging. One of Minuteman's newest club members, Maryanne Mac,
DVM has graciously offered to provide her services with all proceeds being donated to the host clubs.
Rabies Clinic: $12.00 per dog
Microchips: $15.00 per dog
Please email Dr. Mac at sidestreet.com to make your reservation.
Advance notices are requested to assure there are ample supplies available at the show.
2017355201, 2017355202, 2017355203, 2017355204 ENTRIES CLOSE: 3:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, March 1, 2017
AT SHOW SECRETARY'S ADDRESS OR WHEN ENTRY LIMIT IS REACHED After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted, except as provided
for in Chapter 11, Section 6, of the Dog Show Rules. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PREMIUM LIST
BACK-TO-BACK SPECIALTY SHOWS
Annual Specialty & Sweepstakes MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB
Unbenched – Indoors
**ENTRY LIMIT FOR EACH SHOW IS 100**
4-6 Month Puppy Competition at each show
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Sunday, March 19, 2017 SHOW HOURS 7:00AM to 6:00 PM
No cell phones in the ballroom during show hours please
All Puppy and Open Classes Divided
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION Permission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of
this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations. James P. Crowley, Secretary
OFFICERS OF THE MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB
President Donna Diamond Nardi Vice President Mary MacCollum Treasurer Christine Procaccini Historian Angie McFarland Secretary Renee Buzzell 90 Snow Road, West Brookfield, MA 01585
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Robert Glover Virginia O'Connell Nicole Pollack Sarah Fullen
SHOW COMMITTEE
Donna Diamond Nardi, Show Chairman 42 Windham Dr, East Longmeadow, MA 01028
413-279-1844
Bruce Hostetler, Assistant Show Chairman
And the following Minuteman Members Trophies Stacie Zibel, Nicole Pollack & Cyndi Bussey Catalog Advertising Nicole Pollack Catalog Sales……………………………………………………..………Chris Krok & Carly Krok Silent Auction Bonnie Appleby Hospitality……………………………………………………………….Claudia & Brad Dickinson Grounds Bill Lannon Concessions/Vendors Bruce Hostetler 50/50 Raffle Chris Krok First Aid…………………………………………………………….………… ..Maryanne Mac, DVM Rescue Shelly Sears
VETERINARIAN (on Call)
Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital 6 Cedar St, Sturbridge, MA 01566
508-347-7374
Boston Road Animal Hospital 1235 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA 01119
24 Hour Emergency # 413-783-0603
PHOTOGRAPHER
Bruce Hostetler 755 Old Colchester Road
Uncasville, Ct 06382
MAIL ALL ENTRIES AND FEES TO Lori Carver, Show Secretary
91 Michael Sears Rd Belchertown, MA 01007
802-338-2857 E-mail: [email protected]
TROPHIES All trophies must be picked up on the day of the show, except where otherwise stated. Owners and/or agents are responsible for picking up trophies. Minuteman Boston Terrier Club reserves the right to substitute trophies of equal or greater value for any trophy listed. The following prizes are offered by the Minuteman Boston Terrier Club, through the generosity of its members and friends, unless otherwise specified
Sunday Morning Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Sarah England Jewelry Box donated by Donna Nardi Minuteman BTC Challenge Trophy Plaque
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX – Large ceramic treat jar BEST OF WINNERS – Large ceramic treat jar WINNERS DOG – Blanket WINNERS BITCH - Blanket RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Journal RESERVE WINNERS BITCH – Journal SELECT DOG – Blanket SELECT BITCH – Blanket FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Minuteman all-purpose
keychain/dog toy AWARD OF MERIT – Blanket BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – Large ceramic treat jar BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Large ceramic treat jar BEST BRACE – Large ceramic treat jar BEST OWNER HANDLER – Dog Related Item
Sunday Afternoon Show BEST OF BREED – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Mirabelle Cargo Bag donated by Nicole Pollock Minuteman BTC Challenge Trophy Plaque
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX– Minuteman cutting board BEST OF WINNERS – Large ceramic treat jar WINNERS DOG – Colorful crate mat WINNERS BITCH – Colorful crate mat
RESERVE WINNERS DOG – Journal RESERVE WINNERS BITCH - Journal SELECT DOG & SELECT BITCH - Blanket FIRST PLACE IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Blanket FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – Minuteman mug/dog toy AWARD OF MERIT – Blanket BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH – Colorful crate mat BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH – Colorful crate mat BEST BRACE – Colorful crate mat BEST OWNER HANDLER – Dog Related Item
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP TROPHIES Sunday Morning Show BEST JUNIOR HANDLER – $10.00 gift card FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS – Minuteman keychain
Sunday Afternoon Show BEST JUNIOR HANDLER – $10.00 gift card FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS – Minuteman mug
SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
First through Fourth in each Sweepstakes Class: Minuteman Ice Scraper Best In Sweepstakes: Berkshire Blanket Best Puppy in Sweepstakes: Berkshire Blanket Best Junior in Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Trivet
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
Best Veteran In Sweepstakes: Boston Terrier Trivet
4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY TROPHIES
Sunday Morning Show Best Puppy - Blanket Best Of Opposite Sex - Journal First through Fourth : Minuteman Ice Scraper
Sunday Afternoon Show Best Puppy - Colorful crate mat Best of Opposite Sex - Ceramic Bowl Classes 1-4: Minuteman Ice Scraper
MINUTEMAN BTC - Doris Bizier Challenge Trophy will be awarded to the Best of Breed Winner at each show provided that the person handling the dog is a breeder of record and an owner of record of the dog.
Judging Panel Saturday Morning Show
Conformation, 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship Mrs. Cindy Stansell 2199 Government Rd, Clayton, NC 27520
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes Mrs. Julie Luther 42 Padden Road, Franklin, MA 02038
Saturday Afternoon Show Conformation & 4-6 Month Puppy Mr. Mark Threlfall 637 Daniel Webster HWY, Merrimack, NH 03054
Sunday Morning Show
Conformation, 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship Mr. Robin L. Stansell 2199 Government Rd, Clayton, NC 27520
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes Mrs. Gale Golden 331 Hosmer Street, Marlboro, MA 01752
Sunday Afternoon Show Conformation & 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship Mr. Jeffery Langevin 11 Maria Jane Rd, New Hampton, NH 03256
ENTRY FEES First entry of each dog (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) $33 Each additional class (for same dog) (includes $3.00 Event Service Fee) $23 Bred-by-Exhibitor (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) $28 Sweepstakes Classes (must be entered in a regular class) $20 4-6 Month Puppy Competition…………………………………………………………………..$20 Brace (unit) NO FEE as an Additional Entry $20 Junior Showmanship (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) $18 Parade of Title Holders Only $20 Parade of Title Holders as an Additional Class NO FEE
CATALOG ADVERTISING Announce your Wins, Best Wishes, Services, and Club Activities in the catalog. All ads must be received by February 27, 2017.
RATES: FULL PAGE (5" X 8") $50 HALF PAGE (5" X 4") $30
BACK COVER $100 (check for availability) INSIDE BACK COVER $75 (check for availability)
SEND COPY, PHOTOS, and PAYMENT TO: Nicole Pollack, Advertising Chairman I will bring all photos to the show, come and find me so I can return them to you!
Nicole Pollack
117 Concord Way Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-498-5172
[email protected] Make checks payable to: Minuteman BTC
RIBBON PRIZES Regular Classes
First Prizes - Blue Rosette Second Prizes - Red Ribbon Third Prizes - Yellow Ribbon Fourth Prizes - White Ribbon Winners - Purple Rosette Reserve Winners - Purple & White Rosette Best of Winners Blue and White Rosette Select Dog & Select Bitch Light Blue and White Rosette Best of Breed Purple and Gold Rosette Best of Opposite to Best of Breed Red and White Rosette Award of Merit……………………………………………………………………… Green Rosette Best Owner Handler…………………………………………………………………..Red Rosette
Non-Regular Classes
First Prize - Rose Rosette Second Prize - Brown Ribbon Third Prize - Light Green Ribbon Fourth Prize - Gray Ribbon Best Veteran Dog & Bitch Rose Rosette Best Stud Dog in Classes Rose Rosette Best Brood Bitch in Classes Rose Rosette Best Brace Rose Rosette Best Puppy in Sweepstakes Orange Rosette Best Junior in Sweepstakes Orange Rosette Best in Sweepstakes Pink & Green Rosette Best in Veteran Sweepstakes Pink & Green Rosette Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweeps Lavender Rosette Best Junior Handler Pink & Green Rosette
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Puppy 6-9 American Bred Puppy 9-12 Open, Under 15 lbs Juniors 12-18 Open, Over 15 lbs & Under 20 lbs .Bred By Exhibitor Open, 20 lbs but not to exceed 25 lbs
Winners Best of Breed
Award of Merit (The judge may select one Award of Merit Winner from the Best of Breed
Class for each eight competing, not to exceed a total of six)
Bred-by-Exhibitor (BBE) Class Eligibility All dogs entered in BBE class must be individually registered with the AKC The person handling the dog must be breeder of record of the dog and an owner of record of the dog.
Non-Regular Single Entry Classes
Veteran Dog & Bitch Classes: For dogs/bitches seven (7) years & older on the day of the show. (Winners in these classes are eligible for Best of Breed.)
Multiple Dog Entries
(Winners in these classes are not eligible for Best of Breed.)
Stud Dog Class. Will be for Stud Dogs and two of their get. Stud Dogs must be entered in the Stud Dog Class and must be shown in the ring with their get. Owner of the Stud Dog need not necessarily be owner of get. While the merits of the Stud Dog are not to be considered in the placement of the entry, the Stud Dog must be examined in order to determine if it has a condition that would require its disqualification or excusal under the Dog Show Rules, AKC policy, or the standard for its breed. Get must be entered in a regular class, Best of Breed competition, or some other non-regular class. Brood Bitch Class. Same as above except substitute Brood Bitch for Stud Dog and Produce for Get. Brace Class. For two dogs with at least one owner in common, irrespective of sex. Dogs compromising a Brace must be named in “Additional Entry” portion of the entry form. If a dog that is to be part of a Brace is not entered in another class it must be entered for “Brace Class Only”. In making entries for “Brace Class Only”, full particulars must be given for each dog on individual regular entry forms. If more than one Brace is entered by the same owner, the dogs comprising EACH Brace must be so designated “Brace No. 1”, Brace No. 2”, etc. Parade of Titleholders. For AKC registered dogs and bitches Titleholders of Record. Champions entered in the Best of Breed Competition will be automatically entered in the Parade of Titleholders, rosettes awarded at completion of participation in parade. Titleholders not entered in a Regular or Non-Regular Class may be entered for Exhibition Only in the Parade of Titleholders. The entry MUST have TITLE PARADE on it under “additional classes”. Participating entrants will receive a Rosette with their name imprinted on it.
PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES
Puppy 6-9 mo. Puppy 9-12 mo. Junior 12-18 mo.
All dogs entered in Sweepstakes must be entered in regular classes. NO CHAMPIONS. Entry for Sweepstakes should be placed in "Additional Entry" on entry blank.
PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES MONEY PRIZES
After 30% has been retained by the Club for expenses, the remainder divided as follows:
First Place 25% Second Place 20% Third Place 15% Fourth Place 10%
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES Divided by sex. Veteran Dog & Bitch Classes: For dogs/bitches seven (7) years & older on the day of the show.
All dogs entered in Veteran Sweepstakes must be entered in a regular or non-regular class. Entry for Sweepstakes should be placed in "Additional Entry" on entry blank.
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES MONEY PRIZES
After 30% has been retained by the Club for expenses, the remainder will be divided as follows:
First Place 25% Second Place 20% Third Place 15% Fourth Place 10%
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP COMPETITION NOTE: Effective January 1, 1989 (AKC)
Junior Handler Numbers are now required for entry in Junior Showmanship. Numbers may be obtained from the American Kennel Club - PHONE (919) 816-3595. For additional information contact American Kennel Club, Junior Showmanship, 5580 Centerview Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606. Phone (919) 816-3776 or E-mail: [email protected]. Entry blank MUST be filled out with the necessary information; otherwise the entry in Junior Showmanship will not be accepted. Novice Junior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class. Novice Intermediate Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class. Novice Senior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Open Junior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and have won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Open Intermediate Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who have won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Open Senior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and have won three First Places in a Novice Class with competition present. Master Class: This class will be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years on the day of the show, and who have won the 10 first place wins in an Open class with Competition to be eligible to enter the Limited Class Competition. The calendar for this class will be November 1 – October 31 of the following year. Eligibility of Dog. Each dog entered in a regular Junior Showmanship Class must be of a breed eligible to compete in the conformation classes (including Miscellaneous Classes) at the event. Dogs may be PAL/ILP, Full-, or Limited-Registered to compete in Junior Showmanship Classes, additionally, spayed and neutered specimens are eligible for competition. Breeds excluded from competition at the event are not eligible. The dog must be entered in one of the classes associated with the event or must be entered for Junior Showmanship only. An eligible dog other than the one entered may be substituted. Such substitution must be accompanied by an official AKC entry form. The junior must have the AKC number of the substitute dog. All such substitutions must be made with the Superintendent or Show Secretary at least one half hour prior to the judging of any Junior Showmanship Classes at the show. Each dog must be owned or co-owned by the Junior Handler or by the Junior Handler’s father, mother, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, grandfather, or grandmother, including the corresponding step and half relations, or by a permanent
member of the Junior Handler’s household as recorded with The American Kennel Club at the time entries close or an application for transfer of ownership must be sent to The American Kennel Club by the new owner within seven days after the last day of the show. BITCHES IN SEASON ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. At a Specialty Show, each dog must be of the breed for which the show is held. A Junior is limited to one substitution at a dog show. If one of the owners of the dog is a judge, the dog may be entered in Junior Showmanship Only to be exhibited by the Junior at an event where the judge is judging classes other than Junior Showmanship.
4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY COMPETITION
One combined class will be offered for each variety of dogs that are (4) four months & under (6) six months. An AKC registration number or AKC litter registration number will be required for entry. A foreign born dog may enter this class if they are registered in the country of origin. Exhibitors should plan on opening the mouth of their puppy for the judge. Breed Standard disqualifications such as color, height, weight or dentition shall not be a point of consideration in the judging process for this 4 & Under 6 Months Puppy in Show Competition. You must Pre-Enter this competition using the enclosed entry blank and sending it along with the required fee to the Show Secretary. Dogs that are owned or co-owned by a professional handler may complete in this class, but must be handled by a non-professional handler. Professional handlers are defined as any person who belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers’ organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented themselves as handling dogs for pay. Dogs may not be exhibited by current assistants and household members of a professional handler. No puppies under the age of six (6) months, except those participating in the 4 & Under 6 Months Puppy Competition, may be on the grounds. ********************************************************************************************************
Directions to the Sturbridge Host
HOTEL RESERVATIONS Sturbridge Host Hotel (508) 347-7393 Room Rate is $114 + tax. Book early and be sure to mention the Minuteman Boston terrier Club to receive the discounted rate. The management cannot guarantee room rate on reservations booked after February 24, 2017. One time, non-refundable pet fee of $35 (limit 4 dogs per room) Alternate Lodge / Pet Friendly: Motel 6, Sturbridge, MA (508) 347-7327
Days Inn, Sturbridge, MA (508) 411-3436
Directions: From North, East & West – MA Turnpike (Interstate 90) to exit 9, Route 20 West From South – Either Interstate 84 or Route 131 to Route 20 West Hotel is located on Route 20. ENTRY FEES First entry of each dog (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) $33 Each additional class (for same dog) (includes $3.00 Event Service Fee) $23 Bred-by-Exhibitor (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) $28 Sweepstakes Classes (must be entered in a regular class) $20 4-6 Month Puppy Competition…………………………………………………………………..$20 Brace (unit) NO FEE as an Additional Entry $20 Junior Showmanship (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee) $18 Parade of Title Holders Only $20 Parade of Title Holders as an Additional Class NO FEE
HOW TO USE THE ENTRY BLANK
Use one entry blank per dog only if information is exactly the SAME for each day. Carefully check the block (blocks) for each show in which you wish to enter your dog. You MUST use a SEPARATE entry blank if you are entering your dog in a different class on different days (e.g. Open Class on Day 1 and American-bred Class on Day 2). YOU MUST MAKE A SEPARATE CHECK PAYABLE TO EACH CLUB THAT YOU ENTER. Mail all entries with fees to:
Lori Carver 91 Michael Sears Rd Belchertown, MA 01007
(All overnight entries should be sent "No Signature Required")
CREDIT CARD AND FAX ENTRIES:
For credit card entries call Showtime Entry Service 1-800-798-5531 or you may fax entries entries with credit card information to 1-609-935-0909 ** Note that there will be a charge added to your credit card of $6.00 for each dog and each show entered*
OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – AM Show
Saturday, March 18, 2017 Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – PM Show
Saturday March 18, 2017 Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – AM Show
Sunday March 19, 2017 Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – PM Show
Sunday March 19, 2017 Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Entry fee: $33.00 for Regular Classes, see entry fee schedule for additional fees. Entries close at the Secretary's office at 12:00 noon, Wednesday, March 1, 2017, after which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. Mail Entries With Fees To: Lori Carver, Secretary, 91 Michael Sears Rd, Belchertown, MA 01007 I enclose $___________ for entry fees.
Telephone E-mail OWNER HANDLER ELIGIBLE: YES ______ NO______
OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – AM Show Saturday, March 18, 2017
Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – PM Show Saturday March 18, 2017
Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – AM Show Sunday March 19, 2017
Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – PM Show Sunday March 19, 2017
Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Entry fee: $33.00 for Regular Classes, see entry fee schedule for additional fees. Entries close at the Secretary's office at 12:00 noon, Wednesday, March 1, 2017, after which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. Mail Entries With Fees To: Lori Carver, Secretary, 91 Michael Sears Rd, Belchertown, MA 01007 I enclose $___________ for entry fees.
Telephone E-mail OWNER HANDLER ELIGIBLE: YES ______ NO______
SHOW REGULATIONS Entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, altered or substituted, after the entries have closed, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows. Make all Checks and Money Orders payable to each club, Canadian exhibitors must make fees payable in U.S. Funds. Please mail checks or money orders with entries. Secretary assumes no responsibility for cash sent through the mail. All entries are to be mailed with fees to Lori Carver, Secretary, 18 Plainfield Rd, Cummington, MA 01026. Entries will not be accepted without fees. Acknowledgement of entries will be made as soon as practical. Should such acknowledgement not be received by the exhibitor within a reasonable time, please notify the Secretary. An Event Service Fee and a Recording fee will be required for each dog entered at any Licensed or Member Club Show, Obedience Trial or Tracking Test. These fees are to be collected by the Show-giving Club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class in the show, the Recording Fee is to be collected on the first entry only. (American Kennel Club Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2). Post Dated Checks and Returned Checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Secretary will add a collection fee to the amount of each returned check. Fees must accompany entries. This club and/or Secretary assume no responsibility for wrong or incomplete information given on the entry blank by the owner or agent. This club and its Secretary assume no responsibility for the owner or the owner’s agent entering a dog in a class in which it is not eligible to compete, or for entering the dog twice. Entry fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, lame, excused by Veterinarian or Judge, or because it has been entered incorrectly, or barred from competition by action of the Show Committee. There is no refund for duplicate entries. If because of riots, civil disturbances or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to open or to complete the show, no refund of entry fee will be made. The Show-giving club is not responsible for the loss of, damage to, or death of any dog exhibited or for the possessions of any participant, whether the result of accident or any other cause. It is expressly understood that every dog at this show is in the care and custody and control of his owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. Do not leave dogs in closed vehicles. The welfare of any exhibitor’s/spectator’s child is the responsibility of the exhibitor/spectator. It is expressly understood that exhibitors/spectators will exercise control and restraint over their children on the site and surrounding areas. The Show-giving Club is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles or personal property. The Specialty Clubs may decline any entries for cause and may refuse to receive or may remove any dog on account of disease, viciousness or other causes and no one shall have any claim or recourse against the Specialty Clubs or any official thereof. PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG Judges are not required to wait for dogs. The owner or handler of each dog is solely responsible for having it ready at ringside. The show-giving Club and the Secretary have no obligation or responsibility for providing service through a public address system or stewards for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. Dogs may arrive any time prior to their scheduled time of judging. Dogs not required for further judging will be excused. All dogs present must be held on leash except when being judged.
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