TRIANGLE SHETLAND SHEEPDOG CLUB OF NORTH CAROLINA



TRIANGLE SHETLAND SHEEPDOG CLUB OF NORTH CAROLINA

2003 Officers:

President: Kristy Pedersen

Vice-President Barbara Thompson

Secretary: Cathy Whitaker

Treasurer: Lynn Michael

Board Members: Dianne Hawes, Krystn Messer and Barbara Nelson

Newsletter Editor: Cathy Whitaker

E-mail: trishelties@

Membership Chairman: Kristy Pedersen

E-mail: evk1@

This is the official publication of the Triangle Shetland Sheepdog Club of NC, and is published at least quarterly in the interests of the club members. Articles of interest to sheltie owners will be accepted for publication; views expressed in the articles are not necessarily those of the club members or the club itself.

Membership information: Annual dues for an individual are $10.00, and $15.00 for family membership. Dues are payable to the Membership Chairman when submitting an application or in December for the following year.

Meetings: Meetings are held on the second Thursday at 7:00 PM, usually in the homes of members. Meeting locations, dates, and directions are published in the newsletter for your convenience.

Advertising is accepted for the publication, at a rate of $5.00 per page. Ads can be sent to the Editor with the appropriate fees.

Upcoming Meetings:

Saturday, December 13, 2003

Christmas Party/December Meeting – Home of Kristy Pedersen

PLEASE LET KRISTY KNOW IF YOU’LL BE ATTENDING

Thursday, January 8, 2004

Meeting at Home of Krys Messer

Thursday, February 12, 2004

Meeting at Lynn Michael’s Kennel House

Meeting Minutes:

November 20, 2003

The Treasurer called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m.

Secretary’s Report – The Club received a thank you note from Vicky Brown, Saturday’s obedience judge. The Club also received a letter from AKC about amendments to Herding trial rules. Information was given to Eileen Bassett.

Treasurer’s Report – The Club had a beginning balance of $5,638.16, income of $3,769.00, expenses of $1,893.74 and an ending balance of $7,513.42. Numbers for our Specialty were still estimates as all expenses have not been paid and there was still some outstanding money owed to the club.

Membership Chairman’s Report – The Membership Chairman was not present at the meeting. Kelly Harrison whose membership application was read for the first time at the October meeting was present and gave the members attending a brief history of her involvement with shelties in lieu of a second reading of her application. She was unanimously voted into membership. Attending also was Elizabeth Sandling who was a member of the Club during the mid-90’s and has made application to be a member again. Elizabeth gave a brief history of her involvement with shelties in lieu of a first reading of her application.

Old Business:

2003 Specialty: Entries for this year’s show were down by 30-35 dogs. The sale of raffle tickets, catalogs and calendars brought in $810. Estimate is that we made about $1,000 (see Treasurer’s report for more details). We’d like to say a big thank you to Frank Fletcher for donating the catalogs and to all the Club members who sponsored trophies. Without these donations, based on the Treasurer’s estimates we would have lost money on the show.

Linda More donated a picture to the Club to be used at our 2004 Specialty as a trophy or raffle table item.

It was suggested that an inventory be taken of the trophies and raffles items that the Club currently has. Chuck Dasnoit agreed to do an inventory of the raffle items.

It was agreed that the raffle items that were not claimed at our specialty, and are “time sensitive” will be given away at our Holiday Party. The two specific items to be given away are the spay and neuter gift certificate and the grooming products. Anyone interested in one of these items can “put their name in the hat” and we will draw two names at the party for the gifts.

2004 Specialty Judge Nominations: Based on the votes Krys received following is the order of choice for our 2004 judges:

Lynette Salzman

Cheryl Anderson

Glenda Henson

James Noe

Krys will make first contact with Lynette and Cheryl. Because there was a tie for the 3rd place selection, if either Lynette or Cheryl declines, a run-off vote will need to be taken to determine the Club members’ next choice. Nancy Withers has agreed to be the obedience judge for Saturday. Carl Williford has agreed (in addition to Robin McTaggart) to be one of the sweeps judges.

VetGen: Sold 58 kits, 30-35 of them were for shelties.

Election of Officers: Ballots were distributed to the attending members and following are the results of the voting:

President: Chuck Dasnoit

Vice President: Barbara Thompson

Treasurer: Lynn Michael

Secretary: Cathy Whitaker

Board of Directors: Frank Fletcher, Krys Messer and Kristy Pedersen

Congratulations to all!

New Business:

Treasurer is looking into the possibility of getting a computer package to keep our books.

The topic of cleaning up after the show was brought up. There was discussion about hiring someone(s) to do the clean up but it was pointed out that cleaning up involves more than sweeping and mopping—chairs and tables need to be put away, the plastic needs to be picked up, trash cans need to be emptied, the kitchen needs to be cleaned up as well as the bathrooms. Also, all of the Club’s stuff needs to be taken down and packed into various Club members’ vehicles. Discussion on this item will be continued to our next meeting.

Because of the new Event Fee that the AKC will be imposing on all shows beginning in 2004 we may need to raise our fees. There will be a $1.50 fee in addition to the $.50 recording fee that is currently paid to AKC. The following new entry fees were suggested:

Initial Entry $21.00

Additional Entry $15.00

Bred By, Puppies

And Veterans $15.00

Our January meeting will be held at Krys Messer’s home and the February meeting will be held at Lynn Michael’s home.

Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.

Members present: Lynn Michael, Frank Fletcher, Krys Messer, Chuck Dasnoit, Cathy Whitaker, Eileen Bassett and Kelly Harrison.

Guest: Elizabeth Sandling

Announcements:

One piece of information to pass along. I received a letter (and I know some of you received e-mails) from Jim Pitts regarding the “newly created state House Interim Committee on the Prevention and Disposition of Unwanted and Abandoned Companion Animals” and the meetings they have started having to discuss “legislation that restricts breeding.” The letter from him as well as a copy of the letter to the N&O are attached at the end of the newsletter.

Time to pay 2004 dues if you haven’t already done so.

Piedmont Kennel Club is sponsoring an All Breed Match on Sunday, January 11, 2004. Pre-entry is $4, day of match is $5. Entries will be taken from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., judging will start promptly at 11 a.m. If you want more information and/or an entry form go to . You can also call Mary Hackenberg at 704-544-0317.

Results From Our Show:

Saturday

Sweepstakes judge: Linda More

• Best in Sweeps: Barwoods Firenella.. 7/26/02. Breeder: Owner. Ch Jade Mist New Sun Rising - Ch Barwoods Firelights. Owner: Barbara Thompson

• Best Opp: Shadow Hill's Discovery.. 2/18/03. Breeder: Owner. Shadow Hill's Polaris - Shadow Hill Satin Pillow. Owner: Jane Hammett & Don Bright.

Regular Classes: Ellen Worthington

• WD/BW/BOS (To Finish): Sanddollars Sonic Boom.. 6/7/99. Canada. Breeder:

Elizabeth Pendl. Bonneville Fairfax Nighthawk - Sanddollars She's A Gem.

Elizabeth Pendl & Debbie Moore. (Agent: Susan Wolf)

• RWD: C-A-Moon Dundee Coalition.. 1/12/02. Breeder: Cheryl M Kelly. Ch

Shamont Lasting Impression - C-A-Moon She's All That. Owner: L Krivanek,

C Moon, C Craswell. (Agent: Nick Joines)

• WB: Shield Crest Arizona.. 01/28/01. Bitch. Breeder: Owner. Ch. Peacewynde Chianti - Ch Shield Crest Sedona. Owner: Charlene Jones & Sheila Monks.

• RWB: Neahm's Kiss Me Kate.. 3/26/03. Breeder: Owner. Ch Ilemist As You

Like It - Ch McCarthy's Irish Eyes. Owner: W & M Christiansen & V Robinson. (Agent: Julie Desy)

• BOB: Ch Sunway Chartin Unforgettable.. 3/2/00. Breeder: Nick Joines & Joel McCarty. Ch Cub Hill Steel Wheels - Sheda Valley Southern Belle. Owner: B & D Phillips, N Joines, J McCarty.

• HIT: Michaelynn's Clan Cameron.. 7/8/01. Dog. Breeder: Lynn Michael.

Michaelynn Grand Slam - Michaelynn Sweet Sensation. Owner: Anne Carson

Sunday

Sweepstakes Judge: Debbie Smithson

• Best in Sweeps: Shadow Hill's Discovery.. 2/18/03. Breeder: Owner. Shadow Hill's Polaris - Shadow Hill Satin Pillow. Owner: Jane Hammett & Don Bright.

• Best Opp: Barwoods Tapestry.. 7/20/02. Breeder: Barbara Thompson. Ch Jade Mist New Sun Rising - Barwoods Forever Amber. Owner: Beckie Bolton & Ellen Ball. (Agent: Julie Desy)

Regular Class judge: David Calderwood

• WD/BW: Iona-Wincrest Ambitions.. 4/24/01. Breeder: Owner. Ch Foxglove

Ashburton Bottoms up - Iona Aspirations. Owner: Angie Hall. (Agent: Nick Joines)

• RWD: C-A-Moon Dundee Coalition.. 1/12/02. Breeder: Cheryl M Kelly. Ch

Shamont Lasting Impression - C-A-Moon She's All That. Owner: L Krivanek,

C Moon, C Craswell. (Agent: Nick Joines)

• WB: Echowyn Color Bi Moonlight.. 4/6/02. Breeder: Owner. Ch Apple Acres

Odyssey Armani - Ch Echowyn Soft Colors. Owner: Krystn M Messer (Agent:

Nick Joines)

• RWB: Barwoods Firebird.. 7/26/02. Breeder: Owner. Ch Jade Mist New Sun

Rising - Ch Barwoods Firelights. Owner: Barbara Thompson.

• BOB: Ch Shield Crest Phoenix.. 01/28/01. Bitch. Breeder: Owner. Ch.

Peacewynde Chianti - Ch Shield Crest Sedona. Owner: Charlene Jones &

Sheila Monks.

• BOS: Ch Wistwin High Noon at Southwinds.. 1/6/97. Dog. Breeder: Dianne S

Hawes. Ch Daval Resolute - Wistwin Bitterweet. Owner: Katina Komrek.

(Agent: Zana Friend)

• HIT: Prelude's Black Swan Babe.. 1/20/00. Bitch. Breeder: Jane Masters.

Bonnyville Fairfax Nighthawk - Ch Prelude's Fine Print CD. Owner:

Shirley Sanders.

Referrals:

Anyone with puppies available, litters due soon, or adults looking for homes...please send an email to Krys at sheltieinfo@ (or kmesser@) with a brief note to let her know the basics like age, color, sex. This is a great help in keeping the info current and available to pass on to callers or email inquiries. Thanks!

Brags

From Krys and Echowyn:

Echowyn is proud of Megan, Echowyn Color Bi Moonlight who was WB for 4pts at our specialty under David Calderwood. Rascal, Echowyn Boys Night Out has had a good debut going RWD at 3 shows and Best in Sweeps...all from the 6-9 class. Simone, Skyward Echowyn Mystique was Group 3 in Charlotte and again in Wilmington.

From Frank and Seasong:

Season is very proud of Chopper, now formally known as Ch. Seasong Marine One. He went out with Rose Chandless, picked up 3 majors to finish with a Group along the way.

***If you would prefer to receive these newsletters via e-mail, please send me your e-mail address. Also, if anyone changes their current e-mail address, please send the new one to me so you can continue to receive these electronically.

Contact information for Triangle Sheltie Rescue:

Intake Coordinator - Mike Tickle (919) 601-1258 - Adoption Coordinator - Sherri Main (919) 413-0724

web site -

A very crucial canine issue that affects all of us was broached in the Nov 18th issue of the Raleigh News & Observer. (The article is attached to this e-mail as a .pdf document.) It involves potential legislation that will greatly affect 'all' North Carolina dog breeders.

A couple of comments from the article:

"We need legislation that restricts breeding."

"We need legislation requiring statewide differential licensing fees for all companion animals. Fees should be minimal for sterilized animals, and much more for unaltered animals. Those who choose to breed should pay an additional hefty fee, with all proceeds used to fund sterilization programs. Since breeding causes the overpopulation problem, what could be more fair?" (A leash on pet overpopulation - Raleigh News & Observer, November 18, 2003)

"North Carolina's newly created state House Interim Committee on the Prevention and Disposition of Unwanted and Abandoned Companion Animals will conduct hearings over the next several months and will suggest reforms to the legislature. The co-chairs are Rep. Dewey Hill and Rep. Julia Howard (contact information at the bottom of this message)

I talked with AKC's Legislative department this morning, and they are drafting a response today to the News & Observer article. I believe, however, that this issue directly affects all of us in NC, and that the AKC editorial response 'alone' cannot stop this proposed legislation.

Responsible breeders, such as ourselves, are the target, not illegitimate breeders! We will pay the new very hefty fees, have many regulatory agency visits, etc. The high volume breeders won't, because the governmental agencies won't be able to find them.

As Benjamin Franklin said: "We must hang together or surely we will hang separately."

It will be extremely important for as many dog people and our clubs to communicate directly with the North Carolina 'House Interim Committee on the Prevention and Disposition of Unwanted and Abandoned Animals' co-chairs. They need to know that each of us as very responsible and legitimate dog owners in North Carolina are vehemently opposed to this direct attack on us.

I hope you will quickly pass this information on to all of your Club members, so that they can send their thoughts to the co-chairs of this committee as expeditiously as possible. It is crucial for all of us!

Scheduled meeting of this committee:

Monday, November 24

House Animal Study Overpopulation Subcommittee

(10:00AM, 544LOB)

The co-chairs of this committee are:

Rep. Dewey Hill Rep. Julia C. Howard

Deweyh@ Juliah@

PO Box 723, Whiteville, NC 28472 330 S. Salisbury St., Mocksville, NC 27028

910-642-6044 336-751-3538

Jim Pitts

dogtracker@

610 Pecan Lane

Sanford, NC 27332-1210

Tuesday, November 18, 2003 12:00AM EST

POINT OF VIEW

A leash on pet overpopulation Targeted fees could boost

N.C.'s companion animal sterilization rate

By STEWART DAVID

ASHEVILLE -- In 1991, I began volunteering at my local animal shelter. One memorable day I spent almost an hour aiding a family who came looking for a puppy. As they left waving goodbye, the little boy was smiling ear to ear, and his parents couldn't have been more pleased with the experience. I was elated that this puppy had dodged the needle, and instead was on the threshold of a new and wonderful life.

My exhilaration was short-lived. During the time I had spent assisting with the adoption, three litters had arrived. Two of the boxes each contained seven puppies, the other had six. Twenty puppies came in while one went out!

I didn't need my experience as a CPA to tell me that things just weren't adding up. Few of the animals left at shelters get adopted. Most end up at the landfill.

I later served on the board of the shelter, and we enacted a mandatory spay/neuter policy. I've since distributed countless leaflets regarding companion animal overpopulation and the need for early sterilization. I've arranged for billboards urging spaying and neutering to be posted around Asheville. And I've encouraged everyone I could to adopt from a shelter rather than buy an animal from a breeder or pet shop.

I know that my efforts have saved a lot of lives. Yet not much has changed. Every year in

America, millions of companion animals are killed for the simple reason that there are not

enough available homes. North Carolina's euthanasia rate is more than double the national

average.

The general public is, by and large, indifferent or oblivious to the problem. Many contribute to overpopulation by letting their unaltered animals roam. Some breed their animals so that their children can witness the miracle of birth. They are unaware that even if they are able to place all of the offspring, shelter animals could have found refuge in those homes instead. If only they would first witness the daily killing of healthy animals at the shelters!

Others breed simply for the profits, and they are well organized. The American Kennel Club has opposed attempts to restrict breeding. Every animal registered, whether from a small breeder or a puppy mill, puts money in its pockets.

And those who do care about the problem are often consumed with rescuing, housing, feeding, spaying and neutering, and trying to find homes for animals in need. Their work is admirable and commendable. Yet if your home was flooding from a broken pipe, would you spend your time bailing water -- or trying to stop the leak? Focusing on the symptoms of the problem rather than the causes will not yield much in the way of results.

If we are ever going to become a a "no kill" nation, we need more than voluntary programs. Low-cost spay-neuter clinics, billboards, leaflets, garage sales and adoption days at the mall just won't do the trick. We need legislation that restricts breeding.

And now there is an unusual opportunity to raise our voices and do our part toward this goal. North Carolina's newly created state House Interim Committee on the Prevention and

Disposition of Unwanted and Abandoned Companion Animals will conduct hearings over the next several months and will suggest reforms to the legislature. The co-chairs are Rep. Dewey Hill and Rep. Julia Howard (contact info available at ncga.state.nc.us).

We need legislation requiring statewide differential licensing fees for all companion animals. Fees should be minimal for sterilized animals, and much more for unaltered animals. Those who choose to breed should pay an additional hefty fee, with all proceeds used to fund sterilization programs. Since breeding causes the overpopulation problem, what could be more fair?

I encourage the committee to recommend the appropriation of public funds to be spent on

spaying and neutering. This will save money in the long run, since animal control costs will

decrease as animal populations decline. Another simple step the legislature could take would be to mandate that shelters "adopt out" only animals that have been sterilized. These simple steps would greatly reduce the number of animals euthanized every year.

(Stewart David is president of Carolina Animal Action, an Asheville-based animal protection group. He can be

reached at carolinaanimal@)

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