Julie R

Hey all! Im looking for info on the KCC show training on thursday nights- who is the trainer? what time? every thursday?? ANy links or numbers would be greatly appriciated You could try contacting Lea Cogley as I think she does training at KCC Park on Thursday nights. 5995 9462

Id also be interested to see a copy of what Sylvia powers address to the recent puppy farming meeting with the RSPCA and rescue groups in Victoria was. Hi I attended the seminar where Sylvia Power gave her power point presentation, and in my opinion it was a VERY good example of what most of us, the pure breed dogs breeders think and do, believe me she certainly didn't pull any punches, she said it how it is, and I truly admire her fortitude, and if only we had a lot more like her in the pure bred dog world, then I am sure we wouldn’t be in the sh**t that we are all in at the moment... Sylvias presentation can be viewed on the following link taken from DOGS Vic website. . [Read Responsible Breeders' Perspective on Puppy Farming to see the presentation recently delivered at an RSPCA seminar on this topic by DOGS Victoria member and Canine Health Committee chair, Sylvia Power. Download as Power Point presentation or PDF. ]

( I'm trying to recall what the survey was about. ) Hi below is a copy of the DPI survey Pam -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Victorian Government is preparing to introduce legislation to toughen laws around dangerous dogs and your view is important. Please let us know what you think about dangerous dogs by answering the questions and providing your comments on this online survey. If a stray dog is suspected by a council officer to be a danger to the public by virtue of its size, breed or disposition and it is also not registered – should councils have the power to immediately seize and destroy the dog? If a dog has already been declared a “dangerous dog” by a council and it is found at large should councils be able to seize it and immediately destroy it? Should there be a penalty for possession of an unregistered dog, and what should that penalty be? Should medical practitioners or hospitals be required to report any dog bites to the Government Chief Medical Officer or the Police or Councils? Should restricted breed (i.e. pit bull) owners be able to keep their animal only if its de-sexed and muzzled when off the property and registered or should they all be destroyed? Do you have any further comments you would like to make? The Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is committed to protecting personal information provided by you in accordance with the principles of the Information Privacy Act 2000. Your personal information will not be disclosed to any other organisation, unless authorised by law. If you wish to access information held about you or have any other enquires about this project please contact [email protected] on (03) 5774 2208.

The sad thing is its not just a Victorian issue - these things have a way of creeping their way around the country. We as a dog loving population have no voice, no real support and no-one in our canine controls who really has a pair and the the gumption or the care factor to stand up and use them. Hi Take a minute to watch this. If it doesn't make you smile, nothing will! http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=pkPNa4DBFHI Please note the different breeds all being compatible,getting on well and enjoying themselves...... Yes these dogs are well trained and obviously well taken care of, but just goes to show what responsible and educated ownership is capable of achieving. Pam

Hmmm... I did email. Still no response ***** Hi Lea's phone number is 59959462 email:- [email protected] Hope this helps. Pam

Hi No need to phone the Canine Council as it was amended at the last ANKC conference 2009. the rule clearly states when the admendments were made. 4.2.5 Where a National Show is held, no Challenge Certificates shall be awarded for the breed/s involved in the National Show, within a radius of 1000km from the show on that day/s. (Amended 10/08, 7.1) (Amended 10/09, 6.3.2) [The change to above Clause 4.2.5 from 500km to 1000km to be implemented as from 1 March 2010. (Amended 10/08, 7.1) (Amended 10/09, 6.3.2)

*****What a load of rubbish! A National Show can be held anywhere that the respective National Breed organisation wants to hold it. There is no requirement for it to be rotated between all States. It could very well be held in the same City or State every year if desired. ***** Hi Just a reminder of a couple of ANKC regulations Part 13 regarding National Shows. First the ruling was changed to 500km, than a majority of members complained so it was changed back to 1000 k's and the other ruling covers venues/states hosting a National. Pam 4.2.5 Where a National Show is held, no Challenge Certificates shall be awarded for the breed/s involved in the National Show, within a radius of 1000km from the show on that day/s. (Amended 10/08, 7.1) (Amended 10/09, 6.3.2) [The change to above Clause 4.2.5 from 500km to 1000km to be implemented as from 1 March 2010. (Amended 10/08, 7.1) (Amended 10/09, 6.3.2) 4.3.3 Approval to conduct a "National Breed Championship Show" shall not be granted, except in extraordinary circumstances, to the same breed in any State or Territory in succession.

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