Monday, October 27, 2008

Newf's Clean Up (and not a drool joke either)


See attached photo from the Queensboro Kennel Club Show at the Big E Saturday, October 25, left to right:

Kathy and Sammy got leg 2 today in Novice B.
AJ and Tessie got leg 1 and placed 3rd in Novice B.
Claire and Brigand got leg 1 in Novice A.

Newfie's rule!

Kathy

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Good News on H 5092 Anti Dog Bill

Subject: MA 5092 - Anti-Dog Bill
Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2008 17:43:53 -0400

Between 150-200 dog fanciers turned out for the hearing on the draconian H 5092 bill that called for Mandatory spay/neuter, breed specific bans, intact dog permits, draconian nuisance provisions, and inappropriately mandated vaccinations. Those speaking against the bill included members of the National Animal Interest Alliance, the Mass. Federation of Dog Clubs, many different AKC dog clubs and dog training clubs around the state, pet owners, the Mass. Veterinary Medical Association, the Animal Rescue League, the MSPCA, the Waterfowlers Club, a speaker representing Americans with Disabilities and his guide dog and numerous pet owners. Revere City Councilman Anthony Zambuto also spoke in opposition. The hearing was hours long and not everyone was able to speak but the message was loud and clear. At the conclusion of the hearing, Chairman Pedone, author of the bill, entertained a motion to send the bill to study. This was seconded and quickly passed. This vote means the bill is dead for this session. Hopefully our strong showing will make clear that Massachusetts fanciers will not support these kinds of bills.

Thanks goes to the hundreds of Massachusetts residents who sent letters, called, emailed, or faxed. We heard from members of the committee that they got your message. In fact they got hundreds of your massages! One Representative joked that he was sure he had heard from all 300 members of one club. To NAIA and the AKC Legislative Department goes our thanks for their considerable help. Special thanks to Phil Guidry for his efforts on our behalf. Thanks to Dr. Tom Davies, AKC Director, for participating in a meeting with the sponsor. Thanks to those who ,missed worked to be there and to all of the people who came from every part of the state. When dog fanciers work together, we can educate our elected officials that we are indeed the experts.

Saturday, October 18, 2008

Training #3 at Beverly

Beautiful weather for the third session in a row. Our hosts, Randy and Mary Alice found some truly lovely places to cart at a park down by the ocean. As usual, the Newfs stopped traffic, kissed babies, and awed the neighbors with a 3-minute down. "My dog could never do that." Randy led us through the brick paths of the rose garden which contained some very sharp turns, some of the toughest maneuvering I've seen so far this year. Great experience; if we can do those, we'll do OK on that part of the test. Your dogs looked great guys and although the cart had a huge, real pumpkin riding in it, I didn't hear any complaints from the canine crew.

Amos looks good doesn't he? We rarely get that whole family together for a picture. I wish I had taken a picture of Amos playing nicely on the deck with the girls; nice to see.

Molly and her girls looked pretty happy too. Molly decorated the cart with pumpkins and fall leaves. Jersey kept her eye on the ball and was a great companion and Nellie won all our hearts and played nicely with the other girls; even Soph on a rope.

P.S., Sophie slept the entire way home, and is sleeping at my feet as I write this. She may not wake up until the morning (or supper, which ever comes first). She had her first outing pulling her new Meszaro cart with an after market paint job.

I'l let the pictures tell the rest of the story, most of these from Randy. Great work guy, these are really nice.

Sunday, October 12, 2008

Opening Day 2008, Dunstable


Thanks for coming everyone. A good start to the season.

Sunday, October 5, 2008

NCNE Draft Workshop Sunday Oct 26, 2008

Don't miss out on this year's Draft Workshop at the Singletary Rod and Gun Club, 300 Sutton Ave, Oxford MA. Instructors are Sue Marino and Keith Mallinson

Deadline for registration and lunch orders is October 18.

Details and registration form are located at the link below.

http://picasaweb.google.com/stoneridgefarm/DraftWorkshop2008#

You will need to download these files to your pc and then print them. Or email Sue Marino directly at Susan Marino vnnewf97@charter.net

Cheryl and I attended Sue and Keith's workshop several years ago and highly recommend it.

Thank you Martha

Everyone likes to do business with really good people.

Martha, from All Things Biothane donated a very pretty yellow leash and collar which was won by one of our junior participants. The item walked away before she could pick it up and Martha heard about it and has sent the junior a brand new replacement with a few extras! What a kind thing to do! If you'd like to check out her website, please visit -
http://www.allthingsbiothane.com/.

We like to recommend business to very nice people!