August 2013

Mountain Tails
The Off icial Newsletter of the Blue Mountains Dog Training Club Inc.

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PO Box 445 KatoombaNSW2780 www.bmdtc.com Secretary: Connie Exner conniexner1@hotmail.com Editor: Lisa Donohoe editor.bmdtc@gmail.com Chief Instructor: Ena Cooper ph: 4784 1319

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Affiliated with Dogs NSW

The Annual General Meeting of the Blue Mountains Dog Training Club Inc. will be held on Thursday 5 September, 2013 at the Bullaburra Progress Hall, Noble Street, Bullaburra commencing at 7.30 pm, followed by a General Meeting.

All members are encouraged to attend and support your Club. For those members unable to attend the AGM, application for a postal vote was included in June/Julys newsletter. If you need a copy please contact the secretary.

This month:
Upcoming Events. ... 3 Letters to Editor. ..... 4 Graduations............ 6 Meeting Minutes. ..... 7 Farewell, Editor...... 3 Awards & Results. .. 5 New Members. ....... 6 Training Times. ........ 8

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MEETINGS
Bullaburra Progress Hall, Corner Noble Street & GWH, Bullaburra Time: 7:30 pm General Meetings 1st Thursday of odd months: March, May, July, September & November. All club members are invited to attend General Meetings. Committee Meetings 1st Thursday of even months: February, April, June, August, October & December If you have any issues or concerns you want to raise to the committee please see a committee member. Annual General Meeting 1st Thursday in September. All members are most welcome to attend. A light supper is provided after the meeting. Instructors Meetings Thursday 22 August, St Albans Church Hall, Megalong Street, Leura. 7 pm. Boddington Nursing Home Visit Boddington Drive, Wentworth Falls, off Tablelands Road Every Friday at 10:45 am. For more information please call Ena Cooper. ph: 4784-1319 Triallers Group There is a Tuesday morning training session at Pitt Park for members going to trial their dogs for the first time. Must be members of DOGS NSW, must currently be in white class. For more information contact Anne Salisbury, on 4757 1297

Council has given permission for dogs to train down at the Lawson Oval on Wednesday and Thursday, 8 am -12 pm. Only dogs training for trials will be permitted to use the Oval.

BMDTC Officers
President Pam Simcoe ph:  4373 1253 after 7.00 pm Vice President Raoul OBrien ph:4759 3694 e:rob5665@hotmail.com Secretary Connie Exner ph:4757 3778 e: conniexner1@hotmail.com Treasurer Ray Thiele ph: 6355 2059 e: thieleac@tpg.com.au  Committee Ron Simcoe, Sharelyn Stankov, Sharron Carter  Public Officer Connie Exner Chief Instructor Ena Cooper ph: 4784 1319 Assistants Lawson Robyn DeJonge Blackheath Paul Elliot Publicity Sharelyn Stankov  ph: 4757 2476 e: editor.bmdtc@gmail.com Editor Lisa Donohoe  ph: 4784 2317 e: editor.bmdtc@gmail.com Ground Manager Lawson Raoul OBrien Blackheath Paul Elliott Assistants Lawson Vacant Blackheath Ray Thiele Table Manager Lawson Raoul OBrien Blackheath Daphne Paag Assistants Lawson Vacant Blackheath Laurie Noyes Equipment Officer Lawson Dori Leadle Blackheath Judy Keller Assistants Lawson Vacant Blackheath Louise Noyes Canteen Lawson Various Members Blackheath Various Members Social Committee Vacant Library Blackheath Bruce Phegan Club Clothing Lawson Dori Leadle Blackheath Ann Norman 1st Aid Officers LawsonVacant Blackheath Paul Elliot Trophy Officers Raoul OBrien Trial Manager Jeff Griffiths ph: 4753 6637 e: threedogs58@hotmail.com Trial Secretary Vacant Trial Committee Robyn DeJonge & Susan Dellas Trial Catering Vacant Club Auditor Peter Shoemark Hon. Solicitor Andrew White Hon Vets Lawson John Alexander Blackheath James Hayward Current Instructors Roster: March 2013 Instructors Blackheath Ena Cooper (CI), Paul Elliot (Assistant CI) , Connie Exner, Shelley Griffiths, Ann Norman, Laurie Noyes, Louise Noyes, Bruce Phegan, Joy Watson, Daphne Paag, Susan Wallace, Sonya Foulds Instructors Lawson Robyn de Jonge(Assistant CI) Jenny Coleman, Susan Dellas, Jeff Griffiths, Bill Higgins, Pat Leverton,Anne Salisbury, Bill Sweeney, Dori Leadle, Lyn Cessna

Life Members Linda Appleby, John & Luci Ellem, Margaret Ferris, Jan Franks, Jim Morris, Bob Sylvester, Beryl Fletcher, Bill Buchan, Isobel Lancashire, Glen Ibbett, Ann Salisbury, Pat Leverton, Colin & Joy Ibbotson, Dot Luker, Ena Cooper, Angela Kracht, Cheryl Simpson, Heather James, Pam Simcoe, Celeste Paxon, Jeff Griffiths, Carol Abrahams, Bruce Phegan, Ron Simcoe. In Memory of Glad Sheffield, Bob Green, Henny Buxton, Barbara Milford, Walter Macada, Linda Edmonds.

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Sharelyn retires her red pen

Dear Members, It certainly has been my pleasure to bring you the BMDTC newsletter every month, for the last 3 years Little Penelope was just a wee pup, working hard in green class. Her legs still havent grown, but she is now a wise lass of 5, my how time flies. My 1st issue was Sept 2010, and in looking through some of the issues of Mountain Tails, I had a look at some of the articles I wrote Starting with Do Dogs Dream , then getting more serious with Travelling with Dogs in Vehicles Easter Safety Keeping Dogs Cool in Summer, Human Foods/Dog Poisons and my favourite Famous Dogs of Film. I enjoyed at the clubs 30th Anniversary, re-visiting the 1st newsletter, when the club was only 5 years old, re-printing some of the old photos from the archives, and seeing how much the club has played a large part in many peoples lives over time, and how many of those members are still going strong! I want to thank you all for your feedback, suggestions, letters, pictures, jokes and trial results over the years. To the hard working committee that has been my pleasure to be a part of- Pam, Raoul, Ray, Sharron, Ron and Connie So many late night cakes! A special thank you to Dori for keeping me in the loop with pictures of club events, pictures of members and sending them to me for publishing. People love pictures! Especially of their dogs. Thank you to Anne S, for spending time with Penny and I, especially at the beginning, and for your endless history of the club and for your amazing dogs Wow! Lastly, to Connie for your advise, sensible reasoning under pressure, hard work, dedication, cakes, (did I mention cakes) and friendship. Please dont be shy with your new editor Lisa has a lot of great ideas, and as you can see the newsletter already looks better! One thing that makes this newsletter great is member contributions so keep them coming. Oh yeah, thank you to Lisa for taking over the editorship so I can keep some of my hair! See you around the dog parks or at training, Penny looking resplendent! Toni Hutchison Photography Sharelyn

RSPCA Million Paws Walk

RSPCA Million Paws Walk Katoomba

This event was held on Sunday May 19th. The weather was perfect, cool, sunny and no wind. Prior to the start of the walk, fifteen of our members took part in a Demonstration of Obedience Training. The dogs were of various breeds, ranging from King Charles Spaniel to Great Dane. They also varied greatly in experience from Brown class to Trialling. Our excellent demonstration was very well received and appreciated by the RSPCA staff and other onlookers. Many more of our members then joined for the walk. Congratulations and many thanks to everyone who took part in the demonstration and/or the walk.
EM Cooper, CI

Upcoming Events
AUGUST
Committee Meeting Thursday 1 August, 7.30
If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions, please see a committee member or email the secretary for inclusion on the agenda.

OCTOBER
Committee Meeting Thursday 1 August, 7.30

NOVEMBER
Rhododendrum Festival and Grand Parade (2 November) Love Lawson Festival 16 November BMDTC Trial at Blacktown 6 pm, 30 November

Instructors meeting August 22nd

SEPTEMBER
Annual General Meeting Thursday 5 September, 7.30 pm
All Club members are invited to attend.

DECEMBER
Christmas Dinner 14 December , Wentworth Falls Golf Club

Lawson Oval Closed in September

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Letters to the Editor

Farewell, Felicity Dear Officials and Members, I feel like a bit of a traitor leaving a club that has given me so much, but now I have moved to Kurrajong I find it just too much of an effort to drive up to Blackheath on a weekly basis. Sounds weak doesnt it when others possibly drive further at times, I have no excuse other than its a big effort. So, I have joined two clubs down here to make up for the huge hole in my and Chaos & Mayhems lives. Both clubs are small, one has only two separate groups during its daytime training classes, and the other on Monday night has four separate groups. But one meets three times a week so perhaps its evening classes have more people. Anyway I want to thank BMDTC for helping me to get through possibly the hardest three/four years of my life even if you didnt know it. I want to thank all the members and instructors for being so welcoming and sociable, I cant name everyone, otherwise this letter will take up the whole news letter, so I have to just single out a few. First naturally, is Ena for keeping us all on our toes and organised so that club days ran like an oiled machine and for her insistance on correctness in training. Next is Connie for her calm, no fuss attitude to training much like Bruces. I also have to think Anne Salisbury for her eagle eyed ability to pick up on the tiniest mistakes that make the difference between dog trainers and dog trainers. Every instructor brought their own individuality to each class and from each of you I learned something new. Of everyone though, I have to thank Shelley Griffiths for her consistent patience with my illness generated clumsiness and her skilled ability to help me overcome it, so much so that my everyday life is easier not just in training. So it is Shelley I have to thank most. You made a tangible difference to my life. So dear BMDTC, I hope I can visit occasionally, you collectively hold a special place in my heart. Felicity Bennett-Bremner

Mock trial day

A mock trial day was held at Blackheath in April to assist a trainee judge Mr O'Connor, who needed some practice at judging. A group from Blackheath kindly volunteered. I'm sure those who entered gained an experience of what trialling is all about and we hope some of those participants will go on to obedience trialling. A big thankyou to all the participants.

1 minute sit stay

The figure of 8

Contributions
The editor welcomes suggestions, comments, articles, book and dvd reviews, photos and artwork, and discussions anything dogrelated. Ideally, copy should be 120 words with some pictures! As space allows, it will be included in the next months newsletter. Please send by 20th of the month to: editor.bmdtc@gmail.com

SAMANTHA CARTWRIGHT Mobile: 0431-238-087 Shop 2/134 Station Street, Blackheath, 2785 Tuesday - Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 2pm ! Full Grooming ! Tidy Up ! Washing Pets ! Polar Fleece dog jackets

David and Toby show a heeling pattern

Preparing for the 2-minute down stay.

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Awards and Results

Date Member 19/5/13 19/5/13 1/6/13 1/6/13 23/6/13 23/6/13 28/6/13 29/6/13 30/6/13 30/6/13 7/7/13 7/7/13 7/7/13 13/7/13 Anne Salisbury Dori Leadle Bill Sweeney Bill Sweeney Bill Sweeney Dori Leadle Bill Sweeney Dori Leadle Bill Sweeney Bill Sweeney Bill Sweeney Bill Sweeney Bill Sweeney Mary-Anne Sands Dog Location Judge Ring Crispin Tayler Marla Marla Marla Tayler Marla Tayler Marla Marla Marla Marla Marla Cassie Berrima Berrima Newcastle Club Newcastle Club Blacktown DTC Blacktown DTC Blacktown DTC Macarthur DTC Deer Bush Club Deer Bush Club Illawarra Club Illawarra Club Illawarra Club Ms P Lyons Ms P Lyons D Anderson G Bartolo G Bartolo D Turley l Dibbin M Foorde P Hosie D Anderson Open RATG Place Points 3rd 190 180 191 190 194 87 189 82 189 198 191 195 193 92 Novice RATG UDX UD UDX 2nd 1st UD UDX UD UDX UD CCD 3rd

Ms J Duncan M S Turne

P Hosie

Springwood DTC Ms P Ohm

Happy trials!
Cassie and I entered our first trial on Sat 13 July 2013, at the Springwood District Dog Training Club Obedience trial, held at Erskine Park. We entered in the CCD ring, under judge Ms P Ohm (NSW). We qualified with 92 points, and that gave us third place - which was really exiting! The next day we were in the CCD ring at the Penrith Kennel & Obedience Club trial, also at Erskine Mary-Anne Sands and Cassie at Penrith Kennel & Obedience Club Trial Park. The judge was Ms H Martyn (NSW), and unfortunately we failed the stand for exam and therefore we no qualified. Anyway I cannot wait for our next attempt which will be at the Golden Retriever specialty show in September. Both of the judges last weekend were very kind, reassuring, and helpful. Mary-Anne Sands

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ated! u d a r g hos w s s e u G
Blackheath Sheridan Gillham with Banjo (Blue Heeler) Brown to Green Louise Noyes with Rubie (Golden Retriever) Brown to Green Lawson Adwina Tan and Poppy Brown to Green

A warm welcome to new members and their dogs

Member Robin Pether Anne Moran Kathy & Holly Vosper Jean Hampton Sandra Kemp Deborah Ranse Anna & Brian Marshall Kimberley Brown Sarah Stocks Janet Thomas John Sibley Julie Howard Simone Ford Monica Raccani Kaye Borg Sarah-Jane & Debbie Martin Jess Beilensohn Elspeth Hull Nelda King Meredith Porter Dog Breed Daisy Marnie Lottie Flint Mac Elly Perry Stanley Jed Molly Oscar Edward Moose Bella Mishka Maloo Charge Griffon Susie Molly Mini Schnauzer Cocker Spaniel Terrier Cross Dandie Dinmont Terrier Maltese/Jack Russell Mastiff Cross Pyrenean Mountain Dog Mini Foxie/Jack Russell Miniature Poodle Soft Coated Wheeten Terrier Maremma Whippet Kelpie cross Staffordshire Bull Terrier German Shepherd Cattle x corgi Germqan Shepherd cross Jack Russell x Cattle Dog. Long Haired Chihuahua Labrador x Golden Retriever

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MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING HELD ON 4 JULY, 2013

Meeting Opened 7. 35p.m. Present: : Pam & Ron Simcoe , Connie Exner, Raoul OBrien, Ray Thiele, Sharelyn Stankov, Sharron Carter, Lisa Donohoe. Apologies: Nil Moved Ray Thiele, seconded Raoul OBrien The Committee welcomed Lisa Donohoe as the Clubs new editor for the newsletter. Vice President, Raoul OBrien chaired the meeting. Minutes of General Meeting dated 2nd May , 2013 were read and accepted as an accurate record. Moved- Ron Simcoe, seconded Ray Thiele Business arising from those minutes: Nil Correspondence In: 1. Sonya Foulds not renewing membership 2. Receipt from Scout Association for 60.00 being back payment for 3 months on Blackheath Shed. 3. Dogs NSW Application for renewal of affiliation $ 356.00 4. Certificate of Currency Public Liability Insurance from Dogs NSW. 5. Affiliates Annual Report 2012/2013 from Dogs NSW. 6. Email from David Mulligan requesting Assistance Dog Renewal letter (over a period of three months.) Correspondence Out: 1. Letter to Susan Wallace re dog training on Anzac Day. Sharron Carter moved that the correspondence be accepted as read and as a true record. Seconded, Sharelyn Stankov. Matters Arising from Correspondence: Discussion was held in regard to David Mulligan becoming a member and training with his dog. Treasurers Report: Reconcilation Report and Bank Balance as at 31st May, $5,108.04, Plus CBA Term Deposit of $7,000.00 and a Term Deposit of $5,000.00 a total of $17,108.04. A Profit and Loss report from July 2012 through May 2013 showed a net profit of $1857.85. Moved by Ray Thiele, that the reports be accepted, seconded Sharelyn Stankov. Payment of Accounts: 1. Dogs NSW Affiliation Renewal $356.50 2. Petty Cash Raoul OBrien Lawson - $17.35 3. Membership reimbursement - Sheridan Gillham - $42.00 4. Dogs NSW Membership Ray Thiele - $87.00 5. Eight Treat Bags. Reimbursement to Ray Thiele - $64.00 6. Cost of May and June postage $189.00, less $150.00 return of float from Sharelyn Stankov. Cheque for $39.00 issued to Sharelyn Stankov. 7. Committee approved a float of $150.00 issued to new editor, Lisa Donohoe of $150.00 for postage, envelopes and labels. Moved by Sharron Carter and seconded by Sharelyn Stankov that all accounts be passed for payment. Instructors Report: June report submitted. Publicity Report:: Nil Trial Managers Report: Nil New Members: Twenty new members were read and approved. General Business: 1. The three gift cards valued at $30.00 each which were purchased last December, will be given to Susan Dellas as prizes for the clubs trial. 2. Discussion was held in regard to the Hennie Buxton Scholarship. Sharelyn Stankov moved that she organise Scholarship Certificates to be issued to the RSPCA and inform them of the of the terms of the Scholarship. 3. Seconded: Connie Exner. 4. Lisa Donohoe contacted Bennetts Printing who quoted supplying and printing, one colour, 1,000 envelopes for $145.00. 5. Sharelyn moved that Lisa Donohoe engage Bennetts Printing for the supply and printing of the envelopes. Seconded Ron Simcoe. Meeting Closed at 9.15 p.m.

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book reviews Each month it would be great to hear from members if theyve read a book or seen a video that theyd recommend (dog related, of course!). This month Ill recommend Canine Body Language by Brenda Aloff. A fascinating book for a dog-novice and old hand alike, Brenda explains the nuances of the language our dogs use to speak to us and their canine kin. I was able to order this in locally, but it is also available from Amazon and large book retailers. Training equipment and Club clothing
Training equipment and club clothing are available to members at Training Venues. Please enquire to the equipment manager or table manager. Club Clothing Poly/cotton summer polo shirts $31 Summer Caps & Polyfleece winter caps $10 Polyfleece winter scarves $9 3/4 winter coats $60 Vests $40 Trialers Coats $58
(Plain with separate badge for competition trialing)

Australias Biggest Morning Tea

Congratulations to everyone that helped raise $718.60!
Advertising rates
Non-members 12 months 1/2 page$132 1/4 page$66 1/8 page$33 Members 12 months 1/2 page$120 1/4 page$60 1/8 page$30 Monthly/Ad hoc 1/2 page$12 1/4 page$6 1/8 page$3 Monthly/Ad hoc 1/2 page$13.20 1/4 page$6.60 1/8 page$3.30

Please contact: editor.bmdtc@gmail.com or 4784 2317

All items require payment at the time of ordering or purchase. All items are embroidered with our Club Logo and are unisex fittings. Club Equipment Collars from $9-$11 Muzzles from $10 Leads from $8-$13 Dumbbells from $4-$11

Martingales Check Chains Halties Halti Connector Training collars

from $6-$7.50 from $6-$23 from $11.50-$20 $10 from $12-$16

BMDTC Training Venues

Training enquiries to Ena on 4784-1319 Download membership forms at www.bmdtc.com Lawson Lawson Oval Ferris Lane, Lawson Tuesdays Evenings 7-9 pm Blackheath Blackheath Oval Prince Edward St, Blackheath Thursday Mornings 10 am - 12 pm

New Members join the first week each month from February to December bringing your dogs current vaccination certificate. Tea is provided after the 1st session, all are invited to stay and socialize. FOR updated information about the possible closure of Lawson oval due to wet weather, telephone the BMCC oval hotline on 4780-5617. A recorded message will inform you if the oval is OPEN or CLOSED on that day. If the message says the oval is OPEN, then training will automatically be held on that day. Blackheath classes will always take place - if the oval is closed we have an area adjacent to the oval where classes are held.