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Canine Corner
2011 Roaring January /February 2011
Roaring Fork Kennel Club
Fork Kennel Club Winter Care for Canines
Officers
General Concerns
President: Winter's cold air brings many concerns for
Kathie Peightal responsible dog owners. Keep the following
5397 Upper Cattle Creek precautions in mind:
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-2133 Don't leave your dog outside in the cold for
long periods of time. Wind chill makes days
colder than actual temperature readings. Be other delicate areas of the foot.
Vice President: attentive to your dog's body temperature,
Julianne Flaherty and limit its time outdoors. Feed your dog additional calories if it
9650 CR 311 spends a lot of time outdoors or is a
Silt, CO 81652 Adequate shelter is a necessity. Keep your working animal. It takes more energy in
dog warm, dry and away from drafts. Tiles the winter to keep the body temperature
Treasurer: and uncarpeted areas may become extremely regulated, so additional calories are
cold, so make sure to place blankets and necessary.
Davy Lampman pads on floors in these areas.
0789 Cactus Flats Rd
Towel or blow-dry your dog if it gets
Carbondale, CO 81623 Be extra careful when walking or playing wet from rain or snow. It is important to
(970) 963-1758 with your dog near frozen lakes, rivers or dry and clean its paws, too. This helps
ponds. Your dog could slip or jump in and avoid tiny cuts and cracked pads. A little
Secretary: get seriously injured. petroleum jelly may soften the pads and
Laurie Raymond prevent further cracking.
Groom your dog regularly. Your dog needs
50633 Hwy 6 & 24 a well-groomed coat to keep properly
Glenwood, CO 81601 Don't leave your dog alone in a car. If
insulated. Short- or coarse-haired dogs may the car engine is left on, the carbon
(970) 947-0014 get extra cold, so consider a sweater or coat. monoxide will endanger your dog's life.
Long-haired dogs should have excess hair If the engine is off, the temperature in
Roaring Fork Kennel around the toes and foot pads trimmed to the car will get too cold.
Club Directors ease snow removal and cleaning. If you do
the trimming, take care not to cut the pads or Continued on page 4.
Terena Thomas
14503 Colorado River Rd. AKC is now recognizing several new breeds:
Gypsum, CO 81637
(970) 524-8724
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Britton Nieslanik The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a native of
7199 Cnty Rd, 115 Switzerland and the smallest of the four tri-colored
Glenwood, CO 81601 Swiss Mountain Dogs, which also include the
(970) 928-0482 Appenzeller Sennenhund, Bernese Mountain Dog and
the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. The Entlebucher is
a medium-sized, compact and strongly muscled. He
has a short, hard, tricolor coat that is bright black with
symmetrical markings of pure white on blaze, muzzle,
chest, and feet; shades of rich fawn to mahogany are
present on the eyebrows and between the black and
white markings. Read more.
See more breeds on page 4.
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Attend the WHERE: Al Lessor Building – Adams County

Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton,
February 13, 2011

Next 80601
Conformation Only
Meetings: Round #1:
Registration for conformation and juniors @
Entry: $8.00

February 9th 8:00 a.m.

Judging starts @ 9:00 a.m. for the following
& groups: Working – 2 rings (Boxers will be
NO INDOOR GROOMING OR CRATING
judged first), Sporting and Hounds
March 9th Concessions will be available.
Round #2:
High Tails Conformation Registration @ 10:00 a.m. For further information, please contact: Butch
Engel, 303-637-9947 or
Judging no earlier than 11:00 a.m. for these
7 pm groups: Herding, Terrier, Toy, Non-
Sporting, Misc and Rare Breeds
Jennifer Paul, 303-835-2595

Meet Your Canine Lobbyist

"Old dogs, like old shoes,
are comfortable. They
might be a bit out of
shape and a little worn
around the edges, but
they fit well."_- Bonnie
Wilcox 'Old Dogs, Old
Friends'
Belgian Malinois enjoy
skijoring on Derby Mesa
during Canine Country
School’s annual event with
Louisa Morrissey.
Dear Colorado Animal Advocates, In the morning, ASPCA and HSUS
lobbyists will help prepare you to
meet your elected officials and their
Please join the ASPCA and the
staffs with a briefing on tips for
Humane Society of the United States
lobbying and an overview of
in Denver on Tuesday, February 22,
pending animal legislation. You will
for Colorado Humane Lobby Day.
also be provided with the materials
you need to be an effective animal
Lobby Day is an exciting advocate. Best of all, you’ll get to
opportunity to meet directly with meet with both your state senator
your elected officials about and representative —we’ll set up
legislation that will significantly appointments for you and others in
impact animals! your district after you register to
attend.
During Lobby Day, you’ll have the
opportunity to be the voice for Colorado’s animals need your
animals and provide in-person
voice! Please register today to take
support for several animal-friendly
part in this amazing event.
bills that have been or soon will be
introduced in the Colorado General
Assembly. Thank you, Colorado, for caring
about animals and supporting the
ASPCA.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
9:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. COLORADO HUMANE LOBBY DAY
First Baptist Church of Denver
1373 Grant Street
Denver, CO 80203
Participation in Lobby Day is free, but you must register in advance.
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Something to Chew On:

AKC Dog Trivia
Test your knowledge
number 1 most popular dog in America?
Whichof
Which breed has the longest consecutive reign as the AKC’s
of the most
top 10 most popular dogs is commonly
known as a “hot dog?”
Labrador Retriever popular breeds!
Labrador Retrievers
Poodle Shih Tzus
Boston Terrier Dachshund
Bulldog Beagles
Which three breeds are on the most popular dogs list for Former President Bill Clinton’s dog Buddy is one of
the first time, just having received AKC the most popular dogs in America.  What kind
recognition in 2010? of dog is he?
Irish Red & White Setter, Portuguese Water Golden Retriever
Dog, Pug Labrador Retriever
Yorkie, French Bulldog, Maltese Yorkshire Terrier
Leonberger, Cane Corso, Icelandic Sheepdog Boxer
Black Russian Terrier, Bernese Mountain Dog, Snoopy is the most famous of which of the top 10
Bearded Collie most popular breeds?
How many years has the Labrador Retriever been the Labrador Retriever
number 1 most popular dog in America? Bulldog
20 years Golden Retriever
17 years Beagle
22 years Which of the top 10 most popular dogs enjoyed TV
19 years stardom on the sitcom Full House?
The Bulldog has been muscling his way up the list of Poodle
most popular dogs in the U.S.  In what year did he Shih Tzu
enter the top 10? Labrador Retriever
2002 Golden Retriever
2004 Which of the top 10 most popular dogs serves as the
2006 mascot for Yale University, Georgetown,
2007 University of Georgia, and the United States
Which of the following was one of the original nine Marine Corps, among others?
breeds registered with the AKC in 1884? Bulldog Answer Key
Golden Retriever Boxer
West Highland White Terrier
English Setter
Labrador Retriever
Dachshund
on page 5.
Mastiff Which of the top 10 most popular breeds wears a
Which of the top 10 most popular dogs have been using hairstyle similar to that of the Jersey Shore’s
their noses to sniff out bed bugs in New York City Snookie?
this year? Yorkshire Terrier
Dachshunds Poodle
Beagles Shih Tzu
Shih Tzus German Shepherd Dog
Boxers How many of the top 10 most popular dogs are Toy
Which of the top 10 most popular dogs is hailed as the breeds?
world’s leading police, guard, and military dog? 1
Boxers 2
Poodles 3
Bulldogs 4
German Shepherd Dogs
How many breeds out of the top 10 most popular dogs
are used to keep our country safe? Club member Carol
4 McCardel and
3 Norwich Terrier,
2 Karri, demonstrate
1 good form at
Therapy Dog
Preparation Class.
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Continued: Winter Care for Canines

from the front page
Health Tips
Dogs cannot talk to us when they are sick. As a responsible dog owner, it is important to
pay special attention to your dog's well-being during the winter season. Remember the
following health concerns:
Antifreeze, which often collects on driveways and roadways, is highly poisonous.
Although it smells and tastes good to your dog, it can be lethal.
Rock salt, used to melt ice on sidewalks, may irritate footpads. Be sure to rinse and dry
your dog's feet after a walk.
Provide plenty of fresh water. Your dog is just as likely to get dehydrated in the winter as
in the summer. Snow is not a satisfactory substitute for water.
Frostbite is your dog's winter hazard. To prevent frostbite on its ears, tail and feet, don't
leave your dog outdoors for too long.
Be very careful of supplemental heat sources. Fireplaces and portable heaters can
severely burn your dog. Make sure all fireplaces have screens, and keep portable
heaters out of reach.
Like people, dogs seem to be more susceptible to illness in the winter. Take your dog to
a veterinarian if you see any suspicious symptoms.
Don't use over-the-counter medications on your dog without consulting a veterinarian.

Newly Accepted AKC Breeds

Continued from front page

Norwegian Lundehund
"Whoever said you The Norwegian Lundehund is a small and agile Spitz breed with
can't buy happiness several unique characteristics in combination not found in any other
forgot little puppies." dog. Features such as six toes on each foot; prick ears that fold closed,
forward or backward at will; and the ability to tip the head backward
Gene Hill until it touches the back bone all helped them perform their job as
Puffin hunter. Their dense coat ranges from fallow to reddish brown to
tan in color, with black hair tips and white markings, or white with red
or dark markings. Read more.

Xoloitzcuintli
The Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced show-low-eats-queen-tlee), or "Xolo,"
Interested in is an ancient, natural breed from Mexico. It comes in three sizes – toy,
other AKC miniature and standard, and two varieties – hairless and coated. In the
breeds? hairless variety, the skin is tough, protective, smooth and close fitting.
The coated variety is covered by a short, flat coat. In both varieties, a
dark, uniform color is preferred, ranging from black, gray black, slate,
See a complete to red, liver or bronze, although white spots and markings are
list here. permitted. Today, this breed serves as a guard and companion.

Read more.

The AKC also welcomes the following breeds into the Miscellaneous Class:
Bergamasco, Boerboel, Dogo Argentino, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno,
Peruvian Inca Orchid, Pumi, Sloughi and Wirehaired Vizsla.
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My Puppy Mill Education- by Nancy Kay, DVM ©

After the November election, I learned that Missouri voters overtaxed and malnourished, and whose teats are dragging on the
passed legislation known as the Puppy Mill Cruelty ground.  The old law does have a provision regarding extreme
Prevention Act (Proposition B).  As I began surfing the temperatures, but it says that dogs couldn’t face extreme
Internet to learn more, I anticipated reading about strict new temperatures for more than three consecutive hours, making
regulations that would dramatically limit the number of dogs enforcement impossible because no inspector is going to stand
per “breeding factory” along with regulations that would around with his thermometer in the air for three hours.  There is
enhance the physical and emotional well being of dogs a vague requirement for an exercise plan, but that too is
unfortunate enough to wind up in puppy mills.  Here is what unenforceable and as a result we see dogs who have clearly lived
I read.  Proposition B stipulates that breeders may have up to their entire lives on wire floors and never set foot on solid
50 breeding dogs at any given time (no, the number 50 is not ground.
a typo). Additionally, this new legislation requires that dogs
be provided with:
The
-Sufficient food that is provided at least once daily_-Access to water new
that is law, which goes into effect one year from passage: 
Every dog must have a solid-floored enclosure that allows
not frozen and is free of debris, feces, algae, and other contaminants.
-Necessary veterinary care (an examination at least once yearly by constant,
a licensedunfettered access to a larger outdoor area.  Larger
veterinarian). enclosure sizes are required with specific sizing requirements
basedspace
-Sufficient housing including protection from the elements_-Sufficient on the size of the dog.  Each dog must receive an annual
to turn and stretch freely and fully extend limbs. exam and any dog who is sick or suffering must receive
veterinary
-Adequate rest between breeding cycles (no more than two litters during an treatment.  No dog may have more than 2 litters in
18 month time period) any 18 month period, which essentially means every 3rd cycle is
rested, giving them a chance to recuperate from the exhausting
cycle of carrying and nursing pups.  The time limit mentioned
above is removed so that dogs cannot be kept in temperatures
Fifty dogs at a time? Daily food and clean water required? below 45 degrees or above 85 degrees, period.
Enough space to allow dogs to stand up and stretch their
legs?  Was this really the best that puppy mill reform
legislation could provide- nothing more than the bare basics Continued on page 6.
to sustain a modicum of physical comfort for puppy mill
“livestock”? How could this be? I addressed my surprise and
disappointment by contacting and asking questions of
Jennifer Fearing, the California senior state director for the
Humane Society of the United States who was in Missouri
prior to the election canvassing for votes for Proposition B. This is a puppy mill
Her responses were informative and heartfelt, and she was so bitch being sold at
genuinely patient in responding to my lack of awareness.  auction. She’s
Jennifer has graciously allowed me to share her comments nothing more than a
with you: number.

“Under the old Missouri law, dogs can be kept in wire-

floored cages just six inches longer than their bodies.  The
cages can be stacked on top of each other.  A veterinarian
must make an annual walk-through of a facility but there is
no requirement that the dogs get actual exams or even
treatment for any existing conditions or injuries.  Dogs are 1 B 9 C
bred on every single heat cycle, leading to dogs so bred-out 2 C 10 B
that we routinely see young dogs (three to four years old) 3 A 11 D
whose teeth have all fallen out because their systems are so Answer Key 4 D 12 D
from Page 3 5 C 13 A
6 B 14 C
7 D 15 B
8 A
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American Red Cross Pet
1st Aid & CPR Class
February 26th
Noon-4pm
Shaggy Dog
RSVP with Terena
(970) 524-8724
Congratulations to Jeanne &
Blue Merle Cardigan Corgi,
Rhys, for passing both their
CGC and TDI test at the
annual Fun Match in Eagle.
Way to go Jeanne!!!!
Puppy Mills
Continued from page 5
Just as importantly, these new requirements are
simple and easy to enforce.  Currently in
Missouri, if law enforcement gets a complaint
call they must call in the experts from the
Department of Agriculture to help interpret 30+
pages of vague, confusing and outdated
regulations.  Because of backlogs and
understaffing, it can take six months or longer for
an Ag inspector to even show up.  But any
Sheriff’s deputy can interpret these new
requirements – anyone can see if a floor is solid
or wire; if cages are stacked; if the dogs have
access to an outdoor area; if there are more than
50 dogs; etc.  So instead of leaving the dogs to
suffer for another six months, law enforcement
can file criminal charges on the spot.
And the penalties may seem modest but any
violation of the new Puppy Mill Cruelty
Prevention Act is a criminal offense, which leads
to license forfeiture. And if conditions rise to the
level of animal cruelty, the offender can be
charged instead under the existing state animal
cruelty law.
Missouri is only the fifth state to cap the number
of dogs a commercial breeder can keep.  Since
2008, Oregon, Washington and Virginia have set
the number at 50, and Virginia includes a
provision allowing the state to allow more than
50 if certain conditions are met.  Louisiana has a
cap of 75.  It’s important to remember that these
bills are not intended to ban commercial
breeding, they are simply designed to eliminate
the worst abuses at puppy mills and create more
humane living conditions for the dogs who live
there.  And the data (from state and federal
inspection reports) are clear that the largest
facilities accumulate the most frequent and most
severe violations.
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I should mention too that the new law is in
addition to, and not in lieu of, the existing
regulations.  Those regulations still exist, this
law is simply an overlay to correct the weak and
vague areas of the regulations that allowed dogs
to suffer.
Finally, the significance of this law passing in
the epicenter of the puppy mill industry cannot
be overemphasized.  It will lead to similar
restrictions in other states and to vast
improvement in the living conditions of dogs
kept for the commercial pet trade.”
Jennifer’s explanations certainly changed my
perspective about the benefits provided by
Proposition B.  While this legislation will not
create an existence for a puppy mill victim that
in any way resembles my notion of what every
dog deserves, no doubt its enforcement will
make a positive difference in the current dismal
quality of many lives.  I must admit that after
reading Jennifer’s response my overriding
feeling was, “Shame on me!” As a veterinarian
I’m embarrassed by my naïveté about puppy
mills.  To some degree, I think I’ve been floating
along that river in Egypt (De Nial)- far more
pleasant to be “out of touch” rather than “in
touch” with the true horrors of what goes on in
puppy mills. Sure, via my blog and in Speaking
for Spot I’ve advocated against supporting
puppy mills by avoiding purchasing puppies
from pet stores or on line (sight and site unseen).
I simply don’t think my efforts have been
adequate.  While I’m certain that I need to do
more to create puppy mill reform, I’m not yet
sure what that “more” looks like yet. Stay tuned-
I will keep you posted as I figure it out.
Best wishes,   
Dr. Nancy Kay
Top Performance! Congratulations Laura.
Here is a brag for Albany now known as CH Spirit
Mountains Albany of Maplemor, BN,RN,RA,CGC ( 1/3 of
RE) at the Longs Peak Obedience trial Jan 15-16th,
Albany finished her BN, earning her the distinction on
being the first rottweiler in CO to earn a BN. She also
earned the first leg of her RE, and on Sunday was
highest scoring working dog in trial.
Laura Wright-Smith
Spirit Mountain Rottweilers and Pottery
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Laurie Loses Cha Cha

Yesterday I had to have Cha Cha put to sleep. and Cha, of course, never entertained any other role
What we had thought since Thanksgiving was a for herself until the last couple of weeks. It makes
partially torn acl turned out to be cancer -- me wonder what they both thought and felt about
carcinoma of the lymph. Ironically, the Beth's disappearance -- because, for them, she just
ultrasound that revealed it also showed that the went away and didn't come back. Cha Cha saw her
transitional cell carcinoma of her bladder that in Arizona, but Cha was sick then, too -- we just
we had been treating since May was completely hadn't identified what with.
gone. Because we didn't know her lameness was
due to a new cancer, we got started addressing Thanks,
that too late. She fought hard, seemed to be
making progress -- and then began to lose --Laurie
ground so fast.
Mostly we could keep her comfortable, but her
last day was pretty hard. Dr Cindy came over Our hearts go out to
and we released her from her pain. I think I'm
still in shock, and poor Chum is really grieving.
both Laurie and
He was with her at the end, too -- Chumley in their
hard for him, but we could see that he
understood she's dead, so he isn't looking for time of grieving.
her, just so sad. I think he and she got along so
well because he never wanted to be a leader --

RFKC Meeting Minutes Rally Classes

It was a very small meeting Weds, I am going to start Rally
Jan. 12 at 7 pm, High Tails. Present Classes. I’m taking
were Davy Lampman, Jeanne names & #’s or email
Huyser, Erin Galbreath and Laurie addresses and will set
Raymond. Davy and Jeanne went the first session when I
over trophies for the show and other get enough interest.
premium list stuff. Then we just ate  
pizza, drank wine and talked. We Thanks,
discussed possibilities for public  
education programs the club could Laura Van Dyne, CPDT
undertake this year, either at (970) 963-3745
meetings or at a larger venue. We
hope the Feb. meeting will be better
attended and we can get more input
and make concrete plans.

"I think we are drawn to dogs because they are the uninhibited creatures we might be if we
weren't certain we knew better.”
-George Bird Evans, "Troubles with Bird Dogs"
 RFKC Events
If You Haven’t Yet, The Rifle Shelter desperately needs a
Join Us On Facebook Nowfoster home for a post op 6-9 month
GET OUT YOUR CALENDAR
old Beagle mix male. He needs to be
AND ENTER THIS INFO NOW!! slowly rehabilitated and must be kept
Please look for our new fan page, calm. If you or anyone you know is
Next Meetings: High Tails 7pm http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roaring interested in helping this little guy get
February 9 -Fork-Kennel-Club/169133279792189 a better start in life call Heather,
March 9
April 13
(970) 625-8808. Find him at
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/18525370
May 11

Thursday Night Training Drop In

New Castle Community Center 7-8pm This is an interesting blog from Fix Austin about why
Come train your dog in both Rally mandatory spay neuter laws don’t work. It’s well
and Obedience. This is not a
structured training class, but the
worth reading if you are interested in this topic.
usual participants are highly http://fixaustin.blogspot.com/2011/01/why-we-join-
educated and can help even the national-consensus-against.html
novice handlers gain better control,
practice sound training techniques
and hone show etiquette. Help Your Local Shelter
Here are the 2010 animal numbers for the Rifle Animal Shelter and Friends of Rifle Animal Shelter.
Game Introduction
High Tails, West Glenwood
Saturdays 2-4 Dogs taken-in –311 Dogs adopted -191
Bring your dog and play with many
of the Smart Toys that are available  Cats taken-in –174 Cats adopted - 153 
to you and your dog. Know what
your dog likes before you buy!
Here are a few things you might need to buy and you can help the shelter pets at the same time!
Plum Creek Cluster Show  
Feb 17- 21st Does your dog and cat have an updated ID tag? Come to the shelter and buy one!  We offer
National Western Stock Show Complex very nice stainless steel ID tags by mail.  They cost $9 and last for years!
www.plumcreekkennelclub.com
Does your dog need a new collar or leash?  Come to the shelter and buy one!  Karen Andruzak
Redstone Winterfest
has made some BEAUTIFUL nylon collars and leashes of all sizes.  Prices range between $5 and $6
February 19-21st
and are VERY reasonable! 
Bring your healthy, socially
appropriate dog to this great
weekend. Skijor, play games and Does your dog or cat need a new bed?  Stop by Town and Country Veterinary Clinic and buy
win prizes, learn Pet1st Aid and one! Mona Koper and Jean Pristas are always busy making pet beds and have many repeat customers! 
CCR, Participate in the puppy They have been known to do custom colors too! 
parade and costume contest.
Do you like REALLY GOOD coffee? Stop the shelter and buy some Murphy’s Ranch Special
Dog Terra
Blend! The coffee is $11 a bag for whole bean, $12 for ground and $13 for decaf.  It can also be
Breckenridge, March 6th
LAPS Doggie Centric Festival purchased at: Valley Veterinary Clinic, Divide Creek Animal Hospital , High Tails Dog and Cat
Outfitters, New Castle Veterinary Clinic, Western Rockies Credit Union, Gentle Friends, Downtown
Sue Sternberg Drug, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and Cindy Wallace Natural Vet.  It’s delicious!
Grand Junction, March
Interested parties contact Terena. Does your car need a new license plate?  Go to the DMV and pick up an Adopt a Shelter Pet
license plate!  The initial cost is $80 and then an extra $20 a year.  The money raised from this plate
RFKC AKC Dog Show goes to the Pet Over Population fund, which helps our area out a great deal!  This plate helps spay and
Eagle July 16th & 17th neuter shelter pets and pay for other medical expenses. The plate also promotes pet adoption.  It’s very
We will need many volunteers. attractive and we know you and your car would look really good with one!  Please support shelter pets
and get this plate!
Karen Zinc, DVM
August, Grand Junction We are always looking for Facebook friends and for people who are willing to let us tag them in our
Structural Correctness in the Canine Form.
More details to come. videos there.  Please friend us on Facebook or suggest friends for us.  We are Rifle Animal Shelter and
let us know about the tagging. You can also help shelter pets on Facebook by sharing their Petfinder
links with your friends.  Click on the Facebook icon on the adoptable pet’s Petfinder listing.  It’s an
2011 Nat. Herding Championships easy way to help shelter pets!
Strang Ranch, Carbondale
September 13 through 20
Contact Laura Van Dyne to volunteer
(970) 963-3745