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I sent in several and they were declined, I then decided that I would look at a name, reverse it and if it made another word then I would use that. In the end I finished up with "Dlaniger" which, when read backwards reads "Reginald" thus my Christian name, perhaps that might help solve the problem.

As I said in my original reply" What do you feed.....is as varied as people. If your happy with what you do...do it, I have always fed mine the above and for GSD's to live to 14 - 15 years instead of the normal 10-12, it will do me.

Hi Crisovar, The seasonings just add extra flavor, basically as we like the flavor of seasonings I believe our dogs do too, and also to add additional trace vitamins. IMO. All I know is this, I never ever have to add any foreign substance to enhance their coat when in the show ring, they have a natural shine to die for, I keep getting asked, "What do you use on their coat", I don't think they believe me when I say "Nothing".

What do you feed....it's as varied as people are...LOL I personally use Advance as a dry food, this is mixed with my own home made cooking, this consists of the following: Fresh chicken mince, (purchased direct from supplier for $1.00 kg) cooked with vegetables which consist of: Broccoli Sweet Potato Green Peas/beans Butternut Pumpkin Carrots Cauliflower Cabbage All seasoned with Garlic, Ginger, Salt, Cracked Pepper, Sugar, Chicken Stock, Once cooked place in 500ml plastic containers and freeze. Serve 250g cooked meal with 200g Advance, (1) Heaped Tablespoon fresh homemade Yogurt and 1/2 a fresh Chicken Frame,this will cost you $2.00 per dog per meal.

I've just recently purchased leather leads and show collars from the USA and was only charged $11.00 in postage, the parcel arrived 6 days later by Australia Post, the order was for $139.00 US. The company I used was "CANIS CALLIDUS ONLINE STORE" they were excellent. The overall savings were $87.00. ;)

I have found that regular cleaning, 2-3 times a week with a doggy tooth brush and tooth paste saves all those outrageous bills, it doesn't take long for your dog to accept cleaning regually, also a peice of beef brisket bone after their evening meal daily also helps with any problems that may occur. I have practised this for over 25 years and never had a dental bill yet.

For what it's worth, some years ago I witnessed a dog fight in the show ring, neither handler could restrain or separate their dogs, another gentleman outside the ring, rushed in, dived his hands between the dogs back legs, grabed the testies and lifted. The fight ended there and then and no human suffered any injuries. Something that might be worth while to keep in mind for future reference.

I wonder what Dogs NSW would do if the 165 GSDs entered turned up at the Allbreeds W/D ring to be judged, we did pay our entry fee (Way much more than the other working dogs) to be included in the judging and runoffs etc Very interesting. Let's see what we can organise next year

Hi Guys, just an update in respect to John's recovery, I actually spoke to him this afternoon, he is very alert and said that he is feeling a lot better than he expected he would be, I passed on your well wishes, and he asked me to extend his thanks. As he said it's now time to sit and wait for the results which are expected in the next few days, and pray that they are positive, further tests will be carried out tomorrow.

Hi Blakbelgian, Yes they are the very same John & Lynne and I will certainly pass along your best wishes. Reg.

For all you showies who have traveled out west and and done the Western Circuit, would have at some time met up with our President and long time Steward John Gordon at some stage or other. John has today 17/11/2010 undergone Brain Surgery at John Hunter Hospital (Newcastle) to remove a massive tumor, the operation lasted 4.5 hours, at this stage John is still in recovery, however Lynne informs me that his vital signs are good, however they do not expect them to stabalise for approx 5 days, and more scans will be taken in the next 2 days. For those of us who pray, please pray for John's speedy and excelent recovery.

Yep, picked mine up this morning also.

14th and 15th August at ERSKINE PARK the GSD Specialty NSW Breed Show.

Apart from what has already been mentioned with Star names the only one I can think of that hasen't been mentioned is "STARBURST" Good Luck.

Congratulations Great to see another Gsd gain their title, from the photo a very nice boy, well deserved. Do you also show specialty.?

Yesterday 16th May 2010 Aus Ch Nicquistar Orsom Major "AZ" was awarded BSCL-1 at the Sydney GSD Breed survey at 19 months of age. He was superbly handled by his breeder Greg Jones of Nicquistar Kennels, Greg also handles him at all Specialty Shows. Congratulations Greg and many thanks for allowing us to purchase him as a puppy. Many thanks Reg & Kay Parker Dubbo.

Ok, I guess I should contribute to this post. :p This happened when my boy was in minor puppy, we were in sweepstakes and asked to do out and back, on the out he started to cut in front of me, clipped my legs and down I went. Jumping up as quick as I could and trying to look cool, I was asking the Judge if I could start again, when my young grandson sings out, "Grandad that was the best Superman act I've ever seen and you didn't even let go the lead", well this bought everyone undone - talk about wanting the ground to open up swallow you. :p Needless to say we all had a good laugh after the event.

Iv'e noticed it starting to happen more and more, you enter the ring, You're the only one in your class and before you have set or stacked your dog (which ever you prefer) and you are part way through the stacking, the Judge has come up and is handling (usually mouthing) your dog, all of a sudden you're in their way or visa versa. Is it fair to the dog?, Is it fair to you? Surely they can wait an extra (15) seconds or so?. Or is it an indication that they don't have any tolerance for your breed. I get peeverd off and realy feel like saying something, like, "At least give us a chance to set up" Would that be unethical? Has it happened to you?, if so how do you feel about the situation?.

Hi Orchard, As previously stated expect to pay between $1000.00 to $1500.00 for a quality pup, if you go to Dogzonline puppy listings, scroll down to German Shepherds you will find listings from breeders with puppies for sale (Approx 60) the Sires and Dams are also listed, these you can check further by taking their names and going to the GSD database for a full history of your puppies bloodlines. Also as previously stated the cost of entries varies - Allbreeds $8 to $10, Catalogue $3 - $4. Specialty usually between $30 - $40 catalogue included. As for equiptment, a good quality 1.5 metre leather lead ,around $50.00, a good specialty type collar $50 - $70, choker chains from $15 - $25, brushes and combs overall $100 - $150 depending on quality, and that's about it. There is a GSD site you may be interested in its called GSD World and or google up GSD Clubs which will bring up the state club and other clubs around Australia. Good hunting and or if I can help any further please feel free to PM me any time. Reg

:D Me too Pockets, but only showing a Junior Dog on the Sunday, CH Nicquistar Orsom Major "AZ" Good Luck Reg

Well said Ams, well said. Love your sense of hunour.

Thanks for the info guys, it was very much appreciated, settled some arguments, but realy all was as expected. The info in regards Qld was interesting. They claim it's God's country but appear a long way behind in their thinking.

During a discussion over the weekend, the subject of interstate showing came up and this question was raised, " If you a say a member of Dogs NSW and are traveling, are you eligable to show interstate if you are not a member of that canine control, or do you have to join that state control before you can enter an Allbreeds show, and or does the same apply for specialty shows?". No one actually knew. Can you help?.

Hi Mell, Give Entry Form Australia a try, I find it very good. Just google it up.

OK, We have heard about the OH but what about the OW?.