Premier Classes now offered in AKC Agility Trials The AKC’s newest agility class—Premier—provides an opportunity for agility competitors to demonstrate different handling skills than those required for the Master Level Classes in Standard & Jumpers With Weaves. The Premier class focuses on handling the sequence or se-quences of the day. Premier is an optional class. Clubs may, but are not required to offer
Premier Standard and Premier Jumpers with Weaves on the same day. Exhibitors may enter Prem-ier and Master Standard and/or Jumpers With Weaves on the same day. Both Standard and JWW Premier courses will be Master level courses incorporating a number of el-ements that challenge the dog and handler in ways that are not seen on traditional AKC courses. These elements include sequences like threadles, back-side jumps, pull-throughs, layering, chal-lenging weave pole entries, and longer running passes. One bi-directional jump or tunnel will be al-lowed to encourage handling strategies. Obstacle spacing on Premier courses may exceed the limits of those on Master courses.
Premier courses will use the same obstacles as the corresponding Master course. At the judge’s discretion a viaduct may be used in place of the panel jump, there may be 3 tunnel passes and there will be no table. A Premier course will have 19 to 21 obstacles, 3 side switches, 4 Premier Elements and 5 Challenges. Courses will be judged using AKC Master scoring and hand signals. If you have any questions regarding the Premier class please con-tact Carrie DeYoung, Director of Agility at [email protected].
WAGGS February 2016
Volume 25 ~ No. 02
In this issue:
February General Meeting
Minutes—Volunteers/
Donations needed
Brags
Obituaries
Upcoming Events/ Spring
Class Schedule
ODTC Seminar Info
Orlando Dog Training Club Newsletter The views and opinions listed herein do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of The Orlando Dog Training Club or the editor. The Orlando
Dog Training Club and editor are not responsible for non-ODTC sponsored events listed herein and these items are listed solely for the convenience of
our dog community members.
Cake and yummies to celebrate Dorothy Thompson’s birthday in January.
Photo: Betty Ann Olgus
ODTC will resume classes on March 22 and March 23
ODTC's Obedience Trials April 2-3
Entries close March 18 1 Rally Trial & 2 Obedience Trials on Saturday
(Core Classes Only for the 2nd Trial) and 2 Rally Trials & 1 Obedience Trial on Sunday
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407-856-4114
www.odtc.org
The Orlando Dog Training Club’s General Club Meetings are usually held on
the 4th Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Florida Hospital Association.
The next Meeting Date is: March 28, 2016
General Meeting February 22, 2016 Called to order at 7:40 PM Attendance by sign-up sheet – enough members for a quorum
Brags Many brags were announced
Minutes January 2015 General Meeting minutes were read and approved moved by Rose and seconded by Kathy
Report of the President Paul thanked Maggie and Kevin for their service to the club
Voting The recording secretary cast a vote and the following persons were voted in unopposed
New board introduced - President – Paul Reep/ Vice-president- Linda Unger/ Treasurer – Robin Hammel/ Corresponding secretary- Rose Oesterle/ Recording secretary – Bobbie Kurivial/ Board members – Donna McCombs-Mary Lynn Jensen, Cynthia Margenau- Stan Dudek
Report of the Corresponding Secretary Vote was taken by secret ballot on 3 prospective new members – Lynn Roberts, Becky Pugh, Susan Jackson – prospective new member – Mark Lang introduced himself to the club
Report of the Treasurer Robin gave the treasurers report
Reports of Committees Training -Linda gave a training report – new classes will begin March 22-23 – all classes wait-listed
Awards Night Linda thanked the training department A special thank you to Kathy Kilpatrick for taking the
time to pick up Martha and bring her to the fair-grounds so we can have run thrus
Cynthia presented plaques and bars to members for their titles earned in 2016 – (15 plaques and 82 titles on 29 dogs)
Unfinished Business Information on nutrition seminar is on the website
New Business Donna needs stewards for the April obedience trial
( April 2&3 ) Need a member to book programs for general
meetings – 3 programs for next year Niki asked for donations of NEW items and/or pre-
made baskets for the raffle being held at the April trial – contact Niki or Rose to donate items
Meeting adjourned 8:30PM – motion by Robin and se-conded by Kim
APRIL TRIALS HELP NEEDED
Are you available to steward at our April Obedience Trials—April 2-3? Please contact Donna [email protected] Can you donate items for Raffle Bas-kets? We’re looking for new: Dog related items. Gift cards Beauty items, like soaps, lotion, hand
sanitizer, brushes etc. Wine and liquor Jewelry sets especially dog related Books Dog treats Grooming items Leads & collars Breed items Pre made basket of any type.
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Roxy's début in obedience compe-tition was December 9th at the Or-ange County Convention Cen-ter. Thanks to ODTC for a great trial! Roxy's earned her first leg of three
required for her Beginner Novice title. On December 10
th, CH Byluc's Roxy in High Gear at Five Oaks
CGC PT won First Place for her second leg in Beginner Novice B. Roxy’s third day in this very intimidating venue was also a suc-cess when she won fourth place in Beginner Novice and earned her first obedience title. She is now, CH Byluc's Roxy in High Gear at Five Oaks CGC PT BN!!
Thank you, Lord, for a wonderful time with a great dog, great friends, and great trainers, Bobbie Kurivial and Linda Blake Unger. Again, thank you, Lord, for all your blessings! Roxy Rocks-a-Million!!! Robin Hammel
Pictured above with Ted L Green (left) who supports us through thick and thin and Breeder and co-owner Tasha Byerly (right).
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UDX4 Title, 2 High In Trials, High Combined,
OTCH Pts. & Three
1st Placements
Vhari (OTCH MarCar Vhari, UDX 3, OM5, GN,GO,VER, RAE, OA, NAJ, PT) our 8 year old Border Collie (2B’s Mom) earned Highest Scor-ing Dog in Trial two days at Brooksville (197.5 & 198.5) and High Combined one day as well. She has 6 qualify-ing legs (193 or above scores) for the 2016 Masters Level. She earned 1st in Utility B (Friday), 1st in Open B (Sunday), 3rd in Utility B (Sunday), 1st Place Open B (Monday)
Congratulations to Mary-Lynn Jensen, Ph.D. and Dalmation, Amber, (AKC/UKC GrCh RDCh Woodwynd Dappled Tyrodal RD RN)
on finishing their Rally Novice title in Brooksville with two 1st places and scores of 99 and 100.
Highest Scoring Dog in Trial (HIT) 1st Place Open B, 2nd Place Open B
Our 2 year old Border Collie, 2B (Rival’s Meant 2B Jenny, CDX, GN, RE, PT) earned HIT out of Open B (196.5) on the first day of the Brooksville Trials. She earned a couple more qualifying legs in Open B for the 2016 Classic. 2B finished her Rally Excellent Title with another 1st Place and a (97) because I made a mistake.
The judges Rick Cox and Bob Withers were wonderful to show to and we showed in pouring rain one day, 35 mph winds another and 34 degree temps on the last day (we could only go three days). Each day brought a new weather challenge but we had a great time and reached a few more goals.
Owned & loved by Maggie & Darren Eslinger
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Maeve got her RATN title and won the Novice trial at Sonlight Ranch in Brooksville Silvia do Valle.
Rally Title and legs for the Brisendine Gang Saturday 2/6 & Sunday 2/7/2016, DOCOH, Davie, FL: DOMINO, Sheltie earned his RAE title on 2/7. Saturday trial 2, Adv. 99, Ex. 100 1st Pl. Sunday, Adv. 99 4th Pl, Ex. 95 4th Pl., earning his title. LOKI, Sheltie earned his 2nd & 3rd legs towards his RAE. Saturday, trial 2, Adv. 99, 3rd Pl, Ex. 99 2nd Pl. Sunday, Adv. 100 3rd Pl, Ex. 97 3rd Pl. Little GABE, Domino & Loki's dad, going for his RAE2. Saturday, trial 2, Adv 100 2nd Pl., Ex. 89. Got himself excited and stood up on his sit/stay, 10 pts. off. Sunday, Adv. 96, Ex. 98 2nd Pl. Gabe's earned his UDX, but he's not ready to quit yet at 8 yrs. of age, his job now is going for his 2nd RAE. TAKODA, Golden Ret. was entered in obedience, Saturday, trial 1, did not earn a UDX leg, missed his sit signal, busy looking at something, Q'd in Open B and on Sunday, oops, this time I goofed in utility, but did Q in open B, having to go for a run-off for 3rd Pl. and won it. Not a totally lost cause, Takoda did earn some more Masters Points. Thank you Domino, Loki, Gabe, and Takoda for jobs well done. Aline Brisendine
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ROLINS CASYJONES MIDNITXPRES UD RAE OA NAJ Casey was such a small little kid, I was lay-ing flat on the other side of the high jump so he could stand on me to reach and put his paws on the high jump so friend Alice could take his picture of him at 8 weeks old.
Sadly, on January 18, Casey made his final journey at the Rainbow Bridge. He was 18. He lived a nice long life, enjoyed his obe-dience, rally, and agility. It was a difficult thing to do, as it always is, but he told me it was time. I'll always remember the good times we had together.
Bob and the other 4-footed kids were there waiting for him so he would not make the trip alone.
Rest my Casey, you’re whole and young again. My time with you for is up for now. Bob will take over watching over you and the others. I'll be seeing you again.
Aline & the rest of the gang
Obituaries
Merlyn Zimmerman 5/9/03—1/11/16 It is with tremendous sadness that I share the
passing of Shamrock Acres Magic Man CDX.CGC aka Merlyn. He crossed the Rainbow Bridge at 10:15 PM Monday night January 11, 2016 he was 12 1/2 years old. He was at home surrounded by his family.
Over the Christmas holidays he was apparently bitten by a brown recluse spider. Despite numerous vet visits. medications and intensive care in his al-ready weakened state he succumbed after one last sunny nap in out backyard Monday.
Merlyn was a great Service Dog, steady obedi-ence partner and my strength during many difficult times.
He was my heart, my soul, my joy. I feel as though I have lost my "center". Cooper and Pilot have big paw prints to fill. Rest in Piece sweet boy.
Candy Zimmerman
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In Memory of
Crisandra Jensine of Nonesuch RN CGC
“Jeni” 2007-2016
Jeni lived just shy of 9 years, but made a huge impact on my family’s lives.
She was a sweet and very determined little girl who is greatly missed.
Gail Eaton
ODTC CLASSES SPRING SESSION
Starts March 22 & 23
Tuesdays member/non-member 7:00-8:00 pm Puppy Kindergarten ($72/$84)
- Puppies 8 to 16 weeks Older Puppy & Beginner ($72/$84)
- Dogs older than 6 months Utility ($50/$62.50) Conformation (8-coupons $85/$100)
(Drop-in $12/$14)
8:10-9:10 pm Beginner Plus - FULL Versatility One - FULL Versatility Two ($50/$62.50) Canine Good Citizen ($58/$71)
Wednesdays member/non-member 4:00-6:45 pm Ring Rentals ($8/$10)
- 15-minute segments 5:00-6:30 pm Prepare-to-Show ($10/$14) 6:30-8:00 pm Rally ($50/$62.50)
(Drop-in $12/$14) 7:00-8:00 pm Puppy Kindergarten ($72/$84)
- Puppies 17 to 24 weeks Versatility One - FULL Versatility Two - FULL 8:10-9:10 pm Conformation (8-coupons $85/$100)
(Drop-in $12/$14) Pet Tricks ($58/$71) Versatility One - FULL Registration form & class descriptions can
be accessed at odtc.org
ODTC Training Director, Linda Unger,
Matches, Seminars, & Tests
Mar 05 Fresh Food for a Healthy Dog with Lew Olson PhD
Orlando Dog Training Club—Orlando E-mail: [email protected] Mar 12 Agility, Obedience, & RallyShow N Go K9 Obedience Club of Jacksonville—
Jacksonville website: k9obedienceclub.org
Apr 24 Rally Show & Go Upper Suncoast Dog Training Club—
Clearwater E-mail: [email protected]
May 28 Alex Robinson—Drive & Focus for Obedience
Bow-Wow Dog Training—Deerfield Beach E-mail: [email protected] May 29 Alex Robinson—Power, Drive, Play &
Motivation for Heelwork Lakeland Canine Academy—Clearwater E-mail: [email protected]
Jun 11-12 Matt Twitty—Healing Your Heeling/Open & Utility from Start to Finish
Sarasota Obedience Training Club—Sarasota
E-mail: [email protected] Check out the Events tab at AKC.org for upcoming AKC shows, tests, and trials—Agility, Conformation, Coursing Ability, Obedience, Rally, and Tracking.
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You may use up to $30.00 for ODTC bucks towards the seminar fee.
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