Official Premium List
THE GREAT DANE CLUB OF CANADA
Spruce Meadows
18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2J 5G5
403-974-4200
Conformation Judge
Sweepstakes Judge
Obedience Judge
15th ANNUAL WESTERN DIVISION
REGIONAL SPECIALTY
CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW, SEXUALLY
ALTERED CLASSES and OBEDIENCE
51st NATIONAL SPECIALTY
CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW, SEXUALLY
ALTERED CLASSES, OBEDIENCE and
SWEEPSTAKES
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Sunday, August 2, 2015
Edd E. Bivin
4108 Pebblebrook Ct
Fort Worth, TX 76109-1616 U.S.A.
Not applicable
Donna Conod
12045 Elliott Road, RR# 3
Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G 4G8
Michele Grenkow
14991 68th Avenue
Surrey, BC V3S 2B6
Michel A. Calhoun
540- Montee Giroux
Hemmingford, Quebec J0L 1H0
Sandy Briggs
808 Memorial Park Drive, RR 4
Powassan, Ontario P0H 1Z0
Permission has been granted by the Canadian Kennel Club for the holding of this event under CKC rules and regulations.
Unexamined, Unbenched, Outdoors– Rain or Shine Show precincts shall be within 50 feet of the designated Specialty ring
ENTRIES CLOSE: July 8, 2015 at 8:00 PM MDT
HOW TO ENTER THESE SHOWS AND TRIALS
MAIL ENTRIES
Show Secretary
JM Services
Joan McMurphy
Box 825 Stn Main
Grande Prairie,
Alberta
T8V 3R5
780-532-9969
COURIER ENTRIES
Must be addressed
to & marked:
JM Services
9401 123 Avenue
Grande Prairie,
Alberta
T8V 5Y4
“No signature
required”
FAX ENTRIES
VISA / MASTERCARD/
INTERAC /
1-877-993-6879
SECURE ONLINE ENTRIES
May be paid by
VISA / MASTERCARD/INTERAC
Service charges apply on all
credit card and debit
transactions
Entries may be paid with
Visa or MasterCard.
Online entries can also
be paid by Interac.
If paying by credit card
Dogshow.ca has gone mobile.
each entry form must
Exhibitors can now enter online using
include a VISA or
MasterCard number, expiry their smart phone by simply browsing
to DogShow.ca
date, printed name of
card holder and
authorized signature.
Greyhound entries must be prepaid for delivery and will not be picked up. Please do not
send entries by Registered Mail. To comply with instructions issued by the Canadian Kennel
Club, we will be unable to accept any entry reaching our Show Secretary after the closing
time and date. Please allow ample time for delays in the mail.
THERE WILL NOT BE ANY DROP BOXES
National Specialty Sponsored
by Purina Pro Plan
THE GREAT DANE CLUB OF CANADA - WESTERN DIVISION
Club Officers
National Executive
Alison Jones
Marni Kueber
Glen Tait
Brenda Theaker
President
Past President
1st Vice President
2nd Vice President
Chairperson
Vice Chairperson
Secretary
Treasurer
Eastern Directors
Western Division Executive
Randy White
John Kuntze
Danielle Van Sant / Kerry
Thorbourne
Elaine Dixon
Charity Smith / Jordan Illingworth
Midwest Director
Western Directors
Nikki King
Peggy Mignon
Anita Anderson
Sharon King
Charity Smith / Jordan Illingworth
Show Committee
Show Chairperson
Show Superintendent
Chief Ring Steward
Show Secretary
Ring Steward
Complaints Committee
Advertising & Catalogue
Donations &Trophies
Merchandising
Exhibitor Packages
Prizes
Ribbons
Specialty Dinner
National Specialty
Wendy Hamilton-Petkau
Leslie Potter
Lorna Haidenger
Joan McMurphy
Margie Miller
AKC Show Complaints
and Western Division Executive
Sharon King
Olivia Hudson
Amanda Dimrock
Anita Anderson
Katie Chappel
AmandaAloisio
Jennine Miller
Regional Specialty
Wendy Hamilton-Petkau
Leslie Potter
Lorna Haidenger
Joan McMurphy
Margie Miller
AKC Show Complaints
and Western Division Executive
Anita Anderson
Show Secretary: (to whom all entries
must be sent)
JM Show Services
Joan McMurphy
P. O. Box 825 Main
Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V 3R5
Show Superintendent:
Official Veterinarian
Leslie Potter
Refer to AKC premium list
Refer to AKC premium list
780-532-9969
Email: mcmurphy@telusplanet.net
Canadian Kennel Club address:
Canadian Kennel Club
Mr. Lance Novak, Executive Director
Suite 400, 200 Ronson Drive
Etobicoke, ON. M9W 5Z9
Telephone: (416) 675-5511
Official Photographer
Cathy French Photography
Box 3118
Sherwood Park, Alberta T8H 2T1
Phone: 780 416-6096
Email: cfrench_photo@shaw.ca
Canadian Kennel Club Director for
Alberta:
Sharon Derrick
60 Riverview Close SE
Calgary, Alberta T2C 4C4
Email: sderrick@shaw.ca
Canadian Kennel Club Dog Show Reps. for Alberta
Conformation
Hilary Oakes
General Delivery
Millerville, AB. T0J 1Y0
403-903-0178
Obedience
Mr. Jeffrey Lunder
Box 353 Stn Main
Red Deer, Alberta T4N 5E9
Phone: 403-343-6416
This specialty show is being held in conjunction with the Alberta Kennel Club show and is subject to the rules and regulations of that
show. Show precincts shall be within 50 feet of the designated Specialty ring.
JUDGING ASSIGNMENTS
All Sweepstakes Conformation classes
All Regular, Non-Regular and Sexually
Altered Dog Conformation classes
All Obedience classes
Regional Specialty
Not offered
Edd E. Bivin
National Specialty
Michele Grenkow
Donna Conod
Michel Calhoun
Sandy Briggs
PRIZE LIST:
Regional Specialty
National Specialty
The Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division is pleased to offer trophies and rosettes for the following
BEST OF BREED
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
BEST PUPPY IN BREED
BEST OF WINNERS
WINNERS DOG
WINNERS BITCH
SELECT DOG
SELECT BITCH
OLDEST VETERAN (must be entered in Regular classes)
AWARD OF MERIT (1 Rosette for every 10 entries, in Best
of Breed competition, will be awarded at the judge’s
discretion
BEST ALTERED
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX ALTERED
BEST BABY PUPPY IN BREED
BEST BABY PUPPY MALE
BEST BABY PUPPY FEMALE
HIGH IN TRIAL
BEST OF BREED
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
BEST PUPPY IN BREED
BEST OF WINNERS
BEST CANADIAN BRED
WINNERS DOG
WINNERS BITCH
SELECT DOG
SELECT BITCH
OLDEST VETERAN (must be entered in Regular classes)
AWARD OF MERIT (1 Rosette for every 10 entries, in Best
of Breed competition, will be awarded at the judge’s
discretion
BEST ALTERED
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX ALTERED
BEST BABY PUPPY IN BREED
BEST BABY PUPPY MALE
BEST BABY PUPPY FEMALE
BEST STUD DOG AND GET
BEST BROOD BITCH AND PROGENY
BEST IN 3-GENERATIONS CLASS
BEST BRACE
HIGH IN TRIAL
HIGH IN RALLY OBEDIENCE
TOP AGGREGATE
Rosettes will be offered for the following:
RESERVE WINNERS DOG
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH
PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS
PARADE OF VETERANS
BREEDER’S RIBBON TO THE BEST OF BREED AND
BEST PUPPY IN BREED
RESERVE WINNERS DOG
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH
PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS
PARADE OF VETERANS
BREEDER’S RIBBON TO THE BEST OF BREED AND
BEST PUPPY IN BREED
FIRST IN EACH CLASS
Flats will be offered for the following:
FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS (Conformation)
SECOND THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS (Conformation)
QUALIFYING SCORES (Obedience)
QUALIFYING SCORES (Obedience)
QUALIFYING SCORES (Rally Obedience)
QUALIFYING SCORES (Agility)
ALL PRIZES ARE TO BE CLAIMED AT THE SHOW – NO PRIZES WILL BE MAILED
MEMORIAL TROPHIES
These trophies will be engraved and retained by the Club.
Regional Specialty
OLDEST VETERAN
Donated by Wes and Evelyn Nahnybida in memory of Westsummit’s Comanche
Chieftain, for the oldest veteran entered, and present, at the Specialty.
National Specialty
BEST CANADIAN BRED IN BREED
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
BEST PUPPY IN BREED
OPEN HARLEQUIN (Male and
Female)
BROOD BITCH
STUD DOG
OLDEST VETERAN
The Patricia McKeown Memorial Trophy, by the German Shepherd Club of Ontario.
Donated by Gitta Kleinert, Star Trek Kennels, in honour of OTCh Anka of Tweedsmuir UD
Donated by Michael and Chris Depodesta, Paul Dufresne, Dr. and Mrs. John Mount, Marc
& Shirley Mennel, and Joyce Watkinson in honour of ‘Bird”, Ch Daneacres Robin The Hood
1st place Trophies donated in memory of Paula Barban, by “Paula’s Friends in the GDCC”
MISKRE Memorial Trophy donated by Bob & Carmen Miskiman, Miskre Reg., in memory
of their foundation dam “Mysty”, Ch Afgarth’s Miskre Mystical
Donated by Elfie Iwan, Wartburg Kennels, in memory of “Neeta”, Ch Neeta Shanta of
Wartburg
Donated by Irene Kucera, Cilka Kennels, in honour of “Erlich”, BIS BISS Ch Cilka’s Erlich
Syn Otylky, for the oldest veteran entered, and present, at the Specialty
PERFORMANCE EVENTS (National Specialty Only)
RALLY OBEDIENCE
The Great Dane Club of Canada is pleased to award a prize to the Great Dane who earns the Highest Qualifying Score in each official
Rally-O class as well as the Highest Qualifying Score overall in Trial 3 under Michel A. Calhoun on Sunday, August 2, 2015 (ties to be
determined by run-offs). For more information, please contact Peggy Mignon @ 403-280-1909 or by e-mail valbydane@shaw.ca.
AGILITY
The Great Dane Club of Canada is pleased to award a prize to the Great Dane who earns the Top Qualifying Score in each official
Agility class as well as the Top Aggregate Score overall in Trial # 1 on Friday, July 31, 2015 Agility Trial under Kirsten Locke (In case
of a tie, the prize will be awarded to the dog with the fastest qualifying time). For more information, please contact Peggy Mignon @
403-280-1909 or by e-mail valbydane@shaw.ca
Note:
The Alberta Kennel Club Schedule of Fees and forms for Rally and Agility Performance Events are available at
www.canuckdogs.com or by contacting the respective show secretaries
SWEEPSTAKES (National Specialty Only)
The Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division will retain 20% of each entry fee for expenses. The remaining 80% shall be
awarded as follows:
First in each class
25% of entry fee, trophy & ribbon
Second in each class
20% of entry fee & ribbon
Third in each class
15% of entry fee & ribbon
Fourth in each class
10% of entry fee & ribbon
Best in Sweepstakes
10% of entry fees, trophy & rosette
Best of Opposite Sex in Sweepstakes
Trophy & rosette
ALL PRIZES ARE TO BE CLAIMED AT THE SHOW – NO PRIZES WILL BE MAILED
ENTRY FEES
(Entry fees includes CKC recording fees + 5% GST)
Baby Puppy Class
Entry Fee per dog (Conformation classes and Obedience Trial classes)
Sexually Altered Class
Exhibition Only and Exhibition Only (3-6 months)
Listing Fee
Prepaid Catalogue
Catalogue (purchased at show)
Sweepstakes (Must be entered in regular class or for Specials Only. Entry from the Exhibition Only
class is not allowed, EXCEPT for puppies 3-6 months of age)
dogshow.ca service fees -- 10% of total fees + GST
Regional
$20.00
$30.00
$30.00
$10.00
$ 8.95
See National
See National
Not offered
National
$20.00
$30.00
$30.00
$10.00
$ 8.95
$ 10.00
$ 15.00
$12.00
ALL DOGS MUST BE ENTERED IN THE REGULAR CLASSES, VETERANS CLASS, SPECIALS ONLY OR FOR EXHIBITION
ONLY TO COMPLETE IN THE FOLLOWING NON-REGULAR CLASSES
Stud Dog and Get (Entry fee is for stud dog and all get)
Not offered
$15.00
Brood Bitch and Progeny (Entry fee is for brood bitch and all progeny)
Not offered
$15.00
3 – Generations Classes
Not offered
$15.00
Brace (two dogs, not necessarily owned by the same person) (Entry fee is for 2 dogs)
Not offered
$15.00
Parade of Title Holders / Parade of Veterans
Not offered
$12.00
Listing fees must be paid for dogs that do not have a CKC registration or ERN number or PEN number. Where a CKC Registration
number for a listed dog is received after the closing date and prior to the date of the show, this number may be added to the entry and
noted in the marked catalogue. Listing fees will not be refunded. This then allows a dog who completes the requirements for
Championship status to be moved up to “specials” or a Novice Obedience or Rally dog to advance to the next class.
OUR “SECURE” ON LINE ENTRY SERVICE
All entries are to be sent to:
Enter on-line; receive confirmation of your entry immediately!
JM services
Joan McMurphy
Box 825 Stn Main
Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V 3R5
CHEQUES SHOULD BE MADE
PAYABLE TO:
Great Dane Club of Canada, Western
Division
(Cheques dated after the close of entries
will not be accepted)
For Exhibitors with VISA, MASTERCARD, INTERAC
Toll Free Fax Entries: 1-877-993-6879 …….. Secure On-Line Entries: www.TheDogShow.ca
To confirm specialty entries (fax, on-line, post or drop box) please contact Joan McMurphy @ 1-780-532-9969. All credit card entries will be
processed through JM Services. A service charge of 10% of the total fees, plus GST, will be assessed to all entries using a credit card for
payment. When mailing or faxing you must include credit card number, expiry date, and printed name of cardholder. We will accept faxed entries
provided cardholders name, number & expiry date are entered on the appropriate line on the entry form and are legible. If faxing, please ensure
your cover sheet indicates the number of entries being faxed as well as a contact number.
Whether you enter by mail, fax, courier, hand-deliver, or on-line, it is important that you include an email address … you will receive instant
acknowledgement of your entry once processed. Open an account at www.TheDogShow.ca (it’s free) and check your own entry for accuracy.
CLOSING DATE: July 8, 2015 at 8:00 PM MDT
Cheques dated after close of entries will not be accepted. Returned cheques & declined credit cards will be assessed a $25.00
service charge (Chapter 8.8, C.K.C. Dog Show Rules).
ATTENTION FOREIGN EXHIBITORS: Please note that fees are due and payable in Canadian dollars. Due to consistently fluctuating
currency rates, discounted cheques will not be accepted. Personal Cheques will be accepted, however, they are to be payable in
Canadian funds. If you send a cheque in US funds, it must be made out for the full amount of the entry and no exchange will be
refunded to the exhibitor. Please do not mark cheques “Payable in Canadian Funds” or “At Par”. They will not be cleared by the banks.
To simplify the process, we urge that you purchase bank drafts or money orders payable in Canadian funds. Your understanding and
cooperation is appreciated. Thank you
NO ENTRY WILL BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT PAYMENT IN FULL. Tendering of an NSF cheque in payment of entry fees will be
considered non-payment of entry fees and is an offence punishable by CKC disciplinary action and cancellation of awards.
The owner of a dog entered in this show is entirely responsible for any error in the entering of his dog, regardless of how, or by whom
the entry was made.
Overpayments and duplicate entries will be considered a donation to our trophy fund. Thank you!
WITHDRAWAL OF ENTRIES
An exhibitor has the right to withdraw an entry up to the closing date and time as published in the premium list. This may be done by
telephone, but a written or electronic notification must be received by the Show Secretary no later than the official closing date and
time. If written notification is not received by that time, the dog will remain entered in the show.
CONFORMATION CLASSIFICATION (Regional and National Specialties)
The following CKC classes (divided by sex) will be provided:
Baby Puppy
Junior Puppy
Senior Puppy
12 – 15 Months
15-18 Months
Bred By Exhibitor
Canadian Bred
Open
Veteran
Specials Only
Exhibition Only
Exhibition Only
(3-6 months)
For dogs 3 months of age but under 6 months of age the day of the show
for dogs 6 months of age but under 9 months of age the day of the show
for dogs 9 months of age but under 12 months of age the day of the show
For dogs 12 months of age and under 15 months of age on the day of the show
for dogs 125months of age and under 18 months of age the day of the show
for dogs owned and handled in the ring by the breeder. The owner/breeder of the dog must handle the dog in this class but need not handle
the dog for further awards
for dogs born in Canada; champions in any country are excluded
for all dogs. To be divided by colour – Fawn / Brindle / Blue / Black / Harlequin & Mantle
for dogs, 7 years of age or older on the day of the show. These dogs do not compete for Winners, but the first place Male/Female of this
class shall go on to compete for Best of Breed. DOGS COMPETING IN THIS CLASS MAY BE SPAYED OR NEUTERED
dogs which are registered individually, in the records of the Canadian Kennel Club or have a CKC ERN number and have attained the
required points championship status. Entry of a dog in "Specials Only" is not prohibited on the grounds that the title of champion has not
been confirmed by the CKC, but if it is found later that the dog had not attained championship status before the entry had been made, then all
awards attained at the show will be cancelled. The entry of a 'listed' dog in Specials Only is not allowed. Dogs entered in this class shall
compete for Best of Breed
dogs entered in this class may not compete in any Regular Class but may enter and complete in Non-Regular Classes or Parades if provided
for in this premium list
puppies 3-6 months of age may be entered in Exhibition Only (3-6 Months) provided the owner(s) has entered a dog in a Regular Official
Class. Puppies in this category may enter and compete in Sweepstakes classes if offered. These puppies may not participate in any
other regular, non-regular or unofficial classes or Parades
OBEDIENCE CLASSIFICATION (Regional and National Specialties)
(Official and un-official classes)
Pre-Novice
Novice A
Novice B
Novice C
Novice Intermediate
for any purebred dog that has not earned the title PCD (Pre Companion Dog) title in Canada. Dogs in this class may be handled by the
owner or any other person. A person my enter more than one dog in this class and must have an additional handler for each dog when they
are judged together in group exercises. A dog may be entered in this class that has not earned the title of CD in Canada or US. The Pre
Novice class is an elective class and earning a title is not a requirement ot advance to Novice Classes. The CKC will permit the use of PCD
signifying Pre Companion Dog to be used in connection with and after the name of the dog. In order to receive this title dogs must receive
passing scores in three different trials under two different judges
for any purebred dog that has not won the title of CD. Only one dog may be entered in this class by any one exhibitor. The dog must be
handled by the owner or a member of his immediate family. No licensed handler, no trainer, nor any person who has previously handled a
dog through its UD title in Canada or elsewhere shall be allowed to compete in this class. A dog which has won a comparable degree in any
foreign country is not eligible for entry in this class
for any purebred dog that has not won the title of CD in CANADA. Dogs in this class may be handled by any person. More than one dog may
be entered by any handler, but each dog must have a separate handler for the “sit” and “down” exercise. A dog which has won a comparable
degree in any foreign country is eligible for this class
for any purebred dog that has gained a CD, CDX, UD or any other advanced title and exercises will be performed and judged as described in
the official Novice Classes, except that exhibitors may compete in the Novice C class indefinitely. Scored earned in Novice C are not eligible
for High In Trail. This is an elective class and offered for those people who feel the dog requires ring experience. Dogs may be entered in
Novice C class in addition to any of the Official Classes or Unofficial classes
be for dogs of any recognized or listed breed and of either sex that have earned the title of (C.D.) Companion Dog, Companion Dog
Excellent, Utility Dog and any other advanced obedience title in Canada. A dog eligible for entry in the Open A or B Class at any obedience
trial held under these rules is also eligible for entry in the Novice C and Novice Intermediate Class at the same trial. The Novice Intermediate
class (C.D.I.) is an elective class and earning a title is not a requirement to advance to a Companion Dog Excellent title. Scores earned by
dogs competing in this class are not eligible for High in Trial. Dogs are eligible to compete in this class indefinitely. Dogs in this class may be
handled or exhibited by the owner or any other person. A person may enter more than one dog in this class.
Open A
Open B
Utility A
Utility B
for any purebred dog that has won the title of CD but has not won the title of CDX. Only one dog may be entered in this class by any one
exhibitor. The dog must be handled by the owner or a member of his/her immediate family. No licensed handler, no trainer, nor any person
who has previously handled a dog through its UD title in Canada or elsewhere shall be allowed o compete in this class. A dog which has won
a comparable degree in any foreign country is not eligible for entry in this class
for any purebred dog that has gained a CD, CDX or UD in CANADA, Dogs in this class may be handled by any person. More than one dog
may be entered by any handler, but each dog must have a separate handler for the “sit” and “down” exercise. A dog which has won a
comparable degree in any foreign country is eligible for this class. A dog may be entered in both Open A and Open B at any one trial. A dog
eligible for UD is also eligible for entry in this class at the same trial.
This is for any dog of any recognized or listed breed that has earned the title of C.D.X., but has not earned the title of U.D.. The dog must be
handled by the owner or a member of his immediate family. Any person who has trained or exhibited a dog that has earned a M.O.T.C.H title
may not handle dogs in this class. Handlers may enter more than one dog in this class.
This is for any dog of any recognized or listed breed that has earned the title of C.D.X. or U.D. Dogs in this class may be handled by the
owner or any or any other person. Owners may enter more than one dog in this class. No dog may be entered in both Utility A and Utility B at
the same trial.
SWEEPSTAKES (National Specialty Only)
3 – 6 months
6 - 9 months
9 - 12 months
12 - 15 months
To compete in the Juvenile Sweepstakes class, dogs must be entered in a Regular Class or for Specials Only. Entry from the
Exhibition Only class is not allowed. EXCEPTION: PUPPIES AGED 3-6 MONTHS MAY ENTER SWEEPSTAKES FROM THE
EXHIBITION ONLY (3-6 MONTHS) CLASS.
15 – 18 months
NON-REGULAR CONFORMATION CLASSES (National Specialty Only)
All dogs must be entered in a Regular specialty class or for Exhibition Only to compete in the following non-regular classes:
Stud Dog & Get
Stud dog and two or more of his get, not necessarily owned by the same owner
Brood Bitch & Progeny
Brood bitch and two or more of her progeny, not necessarily owned by the same owner
Brace
Two dogs of one breed (either sex or mixed) not necessarily of the same owner. Must be handled by one person on one lead
and should be judged as an identical pair – same colour, size, gait and stride. When viewed from the side they should appear as
one dog and its shadow. Dogs entered who are spayed or neutered must be entered from Exhibition only or Alerted Dog Class
3-Generations Class
This class is offered to all three generation, with a maximum of four generation, families with one exhibit from each generation of
a three or more generation pedigree regardless of sex, exhibited from oldest to youngest. All neutered and spayed CKC or AKC
registered Great Danes are eligible. Ownership does not need to be identical. Dog #1 = Father or Mother, Dog #2 = Son or
Daughter, Dog #3 = Grandson or Granddaughter. There is one entry fee for each generations family. A separate entry form
must be submitted for each dog entered. Dogs must be entered in one of the regular class or for Exhibition Only in order to
participate in this class
Parade of Veterans
Dogs entered in the Parade must be 7 years of age or older.
Parade of Title Holders
For any dog that has successfully completed all requirements for a CKC Title in any CKC recognized event.
NON-REGULAR OBEDIENCE CLASSES
All dogs must be entered in a Regular specialty class or for Exhibition Only to compete in the following non-regular classes:
National Specialty
Veterans
Brace
Regional Specialty
Brace
shall be for any dog that has earned the title of C.D. or higher and is 7 years old or older on the day of the trial.
is open to any 2 dogs of any breed and of either sex that has attained not less than a CD title in CANADA. It is not necessary
that the same person owns both dogs, nor that they be of the same breed, except when entered in a breed specialty obedience
trial.
is open to any 2 dogs of any breed and of either sex that has attained not less than a CD title in CANADA. It is not necessary
that the same person owns both dogs, nor that they be of the same breed, except when entered in a breed specialty obedience
trial.
SEXUALLY ALTERED DOG CLASSES (Regional and National Specialties)
Eligibility for the Altered Dog Classes shall be limited to dogs over 6 months of age which have been sexually altered by veterinary procedure
Points MAY NOT be carried from the regular competition judging to the Altered Dog Class judging. These classes will be judged immediately after Best of Breed of
the regular classes.
Two classes will be offered: Altered Male and Altered Female
Classes will be placed first through fourth in both sexes, the first place winner from each class will be declared Winners and the second place winner will be declared
Reserve Winners. The Altered Winners Male and the Altered Winners Female will then compete for Best of Breed Altered and Best of Opposite Sex Altered in breed.
Withdrawal of Entries
An exhibitor has the right to withdraw an entry at any time up to the closing date and time as published in the premium list. This may be
done by telephone but written or electronic notification must be received by the Show Secretary no later than the official closing date
and time as stated in the premium list. If written or electronic notification is not received, the dog will remain entered in the show.
An error in the class, date of birth or sex may be amended on the entry form up to one hour before the start of the Specialty.
ATTENTION ALL CANADIAN EXHIBITORS
CKC Non-Member Participation Fee
(24-12-3. Non-member participation fee)
a) An annual non-member participation fee for awards and titles will be charged to a Canadian non-member of CKC. The fee is
$59.40 + 5% GST.
b) In order to protect the awards/titles earned, the non-member will have a choice either to become a CKC member or to pay the
non-member participation fee. Failure to comply within 30 days of notification will cause all awards and titles to be cancelled.
c) "these fees apply only to dogs wholly owned by Canadian resident non-CKC members and are not applicable to CKC members"
*Please note that the CKC Membership Application and the Non-Member Participation Fee forms are available on the website,
http://www.ckc.ca under CKC Services and then Forms On-line. If submitting a Membership Application, please ensure that you also
complete the Non-Member Participation Fee form so that we are aware of the dogs involved.
ATTENTION ALL FOREIGN EXHIBITORS
Effective Jan/1992 all dogs that are foreign-born and foreign-owned and enter Canada for the sole purpose of entering CKC
(Canadian Kennel Club) events will no longer require a CKC registration number but will require an ERN - Event Registration
Number. This ERN does not register a dog with CKC for breeding purposes as defined in the Animal Pedigree Act but rather
enables a foreign-owned dog to be awarded titles by the Canadian Kennel Club. Each dog must have its own number. To obtain
an ERN, mail or fax a photocopy of the dog's registration certificate with certified cheque, money order, VISA or MasterCard
number (expiry date, cardholder's name and signature). Provide your complete address for return of the ERN to you. Cost is
$59.40 + 5% GST. ERN MUST BE APPLIED FOR WITHIN 30 DAYS OF FIRST DAY OF ENTERING A CKC EVENT. A CKC
ERN registration form can be downloaded from the CKC website: http://www.ckc.ca. Your request should be forwarded to:
The Canadian Kennel Club
200 Ronson Drive, Suite #400 Etobicoke, Ontario M9W 5Z9
CKC FAX number: (416) 675-6506
www.ckc.ca
Information for US Exhibitors on entering Canada
• To enter Canada from the States, US Citizens must show proof of identity; however as of June 1, 2009, to enter back into the United
States, all US Citizens age 16 or older must have a valid Passport or Approved Secure Travel Document.
• Please be aware that all dogs must have a valid rabies certificate to cross the border. A valid rabies vaccination that has been given at
least 30 days prior to entry into Canada is required to bring a dog into this country. Government regulations require a rabies vaccination
certificate be provided for each dog. NOTE: Dogs less than three months of age do not require rabies vaccination.
GDCC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Date:
Friday, July 31, 2015
Time:
TBA
Location: TBA
CATALOGUE / ADVERTISING
There will be space in our show catalogue for your advertisement. Rates are:
Regional
Full page (1 colour photo)
Full page (1 B&W photo)
½ page (no photo)
Business card
$25.00
$15.00
$10.00
National
$35.00
$15.00
$10.00
Note: The Inside Back Cover is reserved for Sponsor “Acknowledgement”
All ads must be camera ready (8 1/2" x 11"), submitted with payment to:
Sharon King
Box 455
Beiseker, Alberta T0M 0G0
Email: greatdaneking@hotmail.com
and received by the closing date of July 8, 2015 at 8:00 P.M. MDT. Make cheque payable to: Great Dane Club of Canada, Western
Division.
TROPHY DONATIONS (Regional and National Specialties)
Donations to the trophy fund will be gratefully accepted and acknowledged in our catalogue. Cheques for trophy donations should be
made payable to the Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division and received by the closing date of July 8, 2015 at 8:00 P.M. MDT.
Donations are to be mailed to:
Olivia Hudson
3302 65 Avenue
Lloydminster, Alberta T9V 3G9
Email: liveskydanes@live.ca
MECHANDISING (National Specialty)
The Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division is pleased to offer items for purchase.
Please indicate the items you wish to order on the form below and submit with payment. Cheques and money orders are to be made
payable to the Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division. You may also order online under “Merchandise” when completing your
online entries via www.TheDogShow.ca. Orders must be received by May 31, 2015.
If paying by cash, cheque, money order, or email transfer, please forward your payment to one of the below listed people.
Please note e-transfer payments must be directed to Sharon King.
Amanda Dimrock
8143 77 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
T6C 0L1
Email: amanda.dimock@gmail.com or 780 686-1001
Sharon King
Box 455
Beiseker, Alberta T0M 0G0
Email: greatdaneking@hotmail.com
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Amanda Dimrock.
2015 Specialty Merchandise
T-Shirt
Description: Unisex, cotton t-shirt.
Sizes: Small to 3XL
Colours: White, Grey, Black, Green, Gold, Blue, Maroon, Navy, Orange, Red.
Cost: $15.00 each + $3.00 for 2XL / 3XL
Price includes printing & GST
Hoodie
Description: Unisex, kangaroo pocket, zip up, relaxed fit.
Sizes: Small to 2XL
Colours: Red, Navy, Grey, Royal.
Cost: $40.00 + $6.00 for 2XL
Price includes printing & GST
Jacket
Description: light weight lined shell jacket.
Sizes: Mens S-3XL & Ladies XS-2XL.
Colours: Carbon, Light Grey, Blue, Purple - women’s only.
Cost: $55.00 each
Price includes printing & GST
All orders and payment must be received by May 31, 2015.
Merchandise will be available for pick up on Friday July 31, 2015 at Great Dane Lane.
If you require alternate arrangements for pick up, please advise.
2015 SPECIALTY MERCHANDISE ORDER FORM
Name:
Email Address:
Phone Number:
Item
(T-shirt / Hoodie / Jacket)
Qty
Colour
Size
(for jacket indicate mens/ ladies)
Price
GRAND TOTAL
We will be accepting the following methods of payment:
1.
Mail this form with a cheque, or money order, (made payable to the Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division) to:
Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division
Sharon King, Treasurer
PO Box 455
Beiseker AB
T0M 0GO
2.
Submit this form and pay with cash to Amanda Dimock (Merchandise Coordinator) or to Sharon King (treasurer). We attend
most local shows; please contact either of us to make arrangements.
3.
Complete an electronic version of this form and send an email money transfer to amanda.dimock@gmail.com or
greatdaneking@hotmail.com.
4.
Place your order via the DogShow.ca (https://www.dogshow.ca) independently or at the same you are doing your entries
SPECIALTY DINNER
Attendees are invited to partake of the Specialty Dinner that will be available for the enjoyment of all.
Date:
Sunday, August 2, 2015
Time:
6:30pm
Location: GREAT DANE LANE (“trailer town” north of the show rings)
This year the dinner will consist of:
Steak and Chicken
Salad
Baked Potato
Corn on the Cob
Vegetarian Dish (to be determined)
Dessert
Coffee / Tea / Pop
Please note this event is a “Bring Your Own Booze”
Cost:
Adults:
Youths (10 - 17):
Children 9 and under:
$20.00
$15.00
$10.00
Please contact Jennine Miller if you have any questions at jenninemandan@hotmail.com or 403-680-4017
Order ONLINE with your entries or please make cheques payable to:
Great Dane Club of Canada, Western Division and include with your entries by closing July 8, 2015 at 8:00 P.M. MDT.
YOU GOTTA EAT.... SO WHY NOT JOIN IN THE FUN AND COMARADERIE!
There will always be room available for those that have missed the closing date or have changed their mind about attending
NAME(s): ________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
NUMBER OF PEOPLE ATTENDING
Adults: ______
Youths 10 - 17: ______
Children 9 & under ______
AMOUNT ENCLOSED: $___________________________________
Phone Number: ______________________________________________________
Email: _____________________________________________________________
ENTRY AGREEMENT
I (we) acknowledge that I (we), all exhibitors, handlers and patrons, know and abide by the “CKC Dog Show Rules” and that I am (we
are) familiar with their content. I (we) agree that the Northern Alberta Canine Association has the right to refuse this entry for just cause,
which the Club shall deem to be sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of entries made in these all-breed shows, obedience
trials, agility trials or any of the associated Specialties, and of the holding of these shows and of the opportunity to have the dog judged
and to win prize money, ribbons or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the Northern Alberta Canine Association and associated Specialty
Clubs, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents, or show secretaries, and the owner or less or of the
premises and any employees of the aforementioned parties, harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have
been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of a dog while in or upon the show premises or grounds or near any
entrance thereto, and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss of a dog by
disappearance, theft, death or otherwise, and from any claim for damage or injury to the dog, whether such loss, disappearance, theft,
damage or injury be caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of the Club(s) or any of the parties aforementioned, or by the
negligence of any other person, or any other cause or causes.
I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all
loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties because of
bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting there from, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves) or on
account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in these shows and trials, howsoever such
injuries, death or damage to property may be caused and whether or not the same may have been caused and whether or not the
same may have alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents, or any
other person
GENERAL INFORMATION
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6.
Dog Show Rule books and Obedience Trial regulations are available from the Canadian Kennel Club. Cost is $6.30 per copy plus
13% Ontario HST.
The Show Superintendent will be in full charge of the show which will be governed by CKC rules. All rules and regulations, as
outlined in the Northern Alberta Canine Association premium list, will also apply to this specialty.
Entries will be acknowledged after entry closing, with receipt, judging schedule and exhibitor passes. If such acknowledgement is
not received one week before the show date, please contact the Show Secretary.
“It shall be the duty and obligation of the show-giving club to see that a judge, club official, volunteer or any participant at an event
held under these rules is not subject to indignities” – CKC rule book, Section 19.7
All dogs must be kept on leash while on the grounds. You are responsible for cleaning up when your dog relieves himself.
PLEASE ‘STOOP AND SCOOP’ AT ALL TIMES – THANK YOU. Failure to do so may result in being expelled from the SHOW
GROUNDS by the Superintendent
“All dogs must be kept under control at all times. “ If not in competition the dog must wear a collar and be on leash a maximum of
six (6) feet or appropriately confined in the benching area.
CHAMPIONS AND CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS
Chapter 20 – Dog Show Rules: Champions and Championship Points
Section 1. A dog awarded WINNERS at a championship show held under these dog show rules shall be credited with a
number of championship points (ranging from 0-5) and the determination of the number of championship points to be
credited to a dog awarded WINNERS shall be as provided hereunder:
Section 2. The schedule to be employed in the determination of the number of points allocated to a dog awarded WINNERS shall be
as follows:
Dogs Competing* 1
2
3 to 5
6 to 9
10 to12
15 or more
Points Awarded
0
1
2
3
4
5
*includes dog awarded WINNERS
To determine the number of championship points by a dog awarded WINNERS, total of all the dogs in competition which the dog
defeated, directly or indirectly, for the highest of the following official breed awards: Best of Winners, Best of Breed, or Best of Opposite
Sex, and then consult the schedule set forth above. In counting the number of eligible dogs in competition, a dog that is disqualified,
dismissed, excused or ordered from the ring by the judge shall NOT be included in the calculation for championship points.
In order for a dog to be recognized as a Champion and its owner provided with a Championship Certificate the dog must have earned
at least one 2 point win either at a breed or group level.
THE PURINA NATIONAL
The Alberta Kennel Club will be hosting the 2015 “Purina National” on Sunday, August 2, 2015.
This event will be held in the evening in the Equiplex which is very close to the competition rings. Breeding judging will be
held throughout the day with all groups being judged in the evening. This event is a formal affair and is open to everyone.
For further information, please refer to the AKC premium list
ALBERTA KENNEL CLUB INFORMATION
AKC website: http://www.albertakennelclub.org/
An Alberta Kennel Club PREMIUM LIST may be downloaded at http://www.albertakennelclub.org/showtrials.html /or
www.canuckdogs.com
All JUDGING SCHEDULES will be posted at:
www.DogShow.ca -- www.canuckdogs.com -- http://www.albertakennelclub.org/
PREPAID INDOOR BENCHING (with electricity) – limited number will be available. Please see the Alberta Kennel Club premium
List or consult their website for details.
PRIORITY PREPAID OUTDOOR DAY BENCHING – limited number will be available. Please see the Alberta Kennel Club premium list
or consult their website for details.
For information on RV PARKING, please refer to the AKC Premium List or go to the AKC website http://www.albertakennelclub.org/ or
www.canuckdogs.com . On site showers are available. The Alberta Kennel Club gratefully accepts any donations for using the
showers.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Host Hotel:
Calgary Delta South
135 Southland Drive SE
Calgary, Alberta
Reservation Department: 403-225-5800 or 1-877-278-5050 (toll free)
Fax Number: 403 225-5813
Email address: reservations@deltaclagarysouth.com
To confirm your reservation, kindly call 1-877-278-5050 before June 25, 2015 and ask to speak with in-House Reservations. Please
identify yourself as being with the Alberta Kennel Club- EXHIBITORS group in order to qualify for the very special group rate of $144
plus taxes per night (based on availability).
A special pet charge of $20 reduced from $35, will apply to each room. Please click here for full details regarding our Pet Policy and our
hotel overview can be seen by clicking on this link .
Thank you for choosing Delta Hotels and Resorts; we wish you a great stay!
For hotel accommodations exhibitors may go to the following websites for information on other pet friendly hotels in the Calgary area
www.OfficialPetHotels.com www.travelpets.com www.doginmysuitcase.com
CLINICS
OFA Eye Certification – Saturday, August 1 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Springbank Pet Hospital Mobile Vet Care – July 31 – August 3, 2015
K9 Gentle Dental – August 2 – 3, 2015 (offering anesthesia-free canine dental cleanings)
Semen Collection, Evaluation & Freezing - Friday, July 31, 2015 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Dr. Marco Bregliano, DVM, Diplomat ACT
Please refer to the AKC premium list for complete details.
National Specialty Entry Form – Obedience
OFFICIAL CANADIAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Great Dane Club of Canada National Specialty
Obedience: Sunday, August 2, 2015
ENCLOSED $_______
Breed
FOR ENTRY FEES $_______
GREAT DANE
Listing Fee $_______
Variety _____________
Enter in the following Obedience Classes:
Pre-Novice
Open A
 Novice A
Open B
 Novice B
Utility A
Novice C
Utility B
 Novice Intermediate
Veterans

Brace


Reg’d Name of Dog:
cc Fee$______
Sex _______
Exhibition Only
Exhibition Only (3-6 months)
Prepaid Catalogue
Dinner
(CKC - RECOGNIZED
TITLES ONLY)
CHECK ONE AND ENTER NUMBER HERE
CKC Reg.No.
CKC ERN No.
CKC PEN No.
Listed 
Date of Birth
Month________ Day________ Year_______
Place of Birth Canada Elsewhere
Is This Dog A Puppy? Yes No
Breeder(s)
Sire
Dam
Reg’d Owner(s)
Owners Address
City
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Name of Owner’s Agent (if any)
Agent’s Address
City
IDs will not be mailed – please supply email address below for entry confirmation

VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS __________________________________________________
NAME ON CARD
____________________________________________________________________
CARD NUMBER
___________/___________
EXPIRY DATE
I CERTIFY that I am the registered owner of the dog or that I am the authorized agent of the owner whose name I
have entered above and accept full responsibility for all statements made in this entry. In consideration of the
acceptance of this entry, I agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the Canadian Kennel Club and by
any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list.
_________________________________________
Signature of Owner or Agent
__________________________________
Telephone Number
E-MAIL:
______________________________________________________________________
Regional Specialty Entry Form
OFFICIAL CANADIAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Great Dane Club of Canada Western Division Regional Specialty
Conformation:
Regular and Non-Regular: Saturday, August 1, 2015
ENCLOSED $_______
Breed
FOR ENTRY FEES $_______
GREAT DANE
Listing Fee $_______
cc Fee$______
Variety _____________
Sex _______
Enter in the following Conformation Classes:
 Baby Puppy
 Veteran
 Junior Puppy
 Specials Only
 Senior Puppy
Exhibition Only
12 – 15 Months
Exhibition Only (3-6 mos) 
15 – 18 Months
Sexually Altered
 Bred By Exhibitor
 Canadian Bred

 Open - Colour __________________

Reg’d Name of Dog:

 Pre-paid Catalogue
 Dinner
(CKC - RECOGNIZED
TITLES ONLY)
CHECK ONE AND ENTER NUMBER HERE
CKC Reg.No.
CKC ERN No.
CKC PEN No.
Listed 
Date of Birth
Month________ Day________ Year_______
Place of Birth Canada Elsewhere
Is This Dog A Puppy? Yes No
Breeder(s)
Sire
Dam
Reg’d Owner(s)
Owners Address
City
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Name of Owner’s Agent (if any)
Agent’s Address
City
IDs will not be mailed – please supply email address below for entry confirmation

VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS __________________________________________________
NAME ON CARD
____________________________________________________________________
CARD NUMBER
___________/___________
EXPIRY DATE
I CERTIFY that I am the registered owner of the dog or that I am the authorized agent of the owner whose name I
have entered above and accept full responsibility for all statements made in this entry. In consideration of the
acceptance of this entry, I agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the Canadian Kennel Club and by
any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list.
________________________________________
Signature of Owner or Agent
__________________________________
Telephone Number
E-MAIL:
______________________________________________________________________
Regional Specialty Entry Form
OFFICIAL CANADIAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Great Dane Club of Canada Western Division Regional Specialty
Obedience: Saturday, August 1, 2014
ENCLOSED $_______
Breed
FOR ENTRY FEES $_______
GREAT DANE
Listing Fee $_______
Variety _____________
Enter in the following Obedience Classes:
Pre-Novice
Open A
 Novice A
Open B
 Novice B
Utility A
Novice C
Utility B
 Novice Intermediate
Brace

Reg’d Name of Dog:
cc Fee$______
Sex _______
Exhibition Only
Exhibition Only (3-6 months)
Prepaid Catalogue
Dinner
(CKC - RECOGNIZED
TITLES ONLY)
CHECK ONE AND ENTER NUMBER HERE
CKC Reg.No.
CKC ERN No.
CKC PEN No.
Listed 
Date of Birth
Month________ Day________ Year_______
Place of Birth Canada Elsewhere
Is This Dog A Puppy? Yes No
Breeder(s)
Sire
Dam
Reg’d Owner(s)
Owners Address
City
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Name of Owner’s Agent (if any)
Agent’s Address
City
IDs will not be mailed – please supply email address below for entry confirmation

VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS __________________________________________________
NAME ON CARD
____________________________________________________________________
CARD NUMBER
___________/___________
EXPIRY DATE
I CERTIFY that I am the registered owner of the dog or that I am the authorized agent of the owner whose name I
have entered above and accept full responsibility for all statements made in this entry. In consideration of the
acceptance of this entry, I agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the Canadian Kennel Club and by
any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list.
_________________________________________
Signature of Owner or Agent
__________________________________
Telephone Number
E-MAIL:
______________________________________________________________________
National Specialty Entry Form
OFFICIAL CANADIAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Great Dane Club of Canada National Specialty
Conformation:
Juvenile Sweepstakes: Sunday, August 2, 2015
Regular and Non-Regular: Sunday, August 2, 2015
ENCLOSED $_______
Breed
GREAT DANE
cc Fee$______
Listing Fee $_______
FOR ENTRY FEES $_______
Sex _______
Variety _____________
Enter in the following Conformation Classes:
 Veteran
 Baby Puppy
 Specials Only
 Junior Puppy
Exhibition Only
 Senior Puppy
Exhibition Only (3-6 mos)
12 – 15 Months
Sexually Altered
15 – 18 Months
 Bred By Exhibitor

 Canadian Bred

 Open - Colour __________________
Reg’d Name of Dog:
Juvenile Sweepstakes
3 - 6 Months
6 – 9 Months
9 - 12 Months
12 – 15 Months
15 – 18 Months
Prepaid Catalogue
Stud Dog & Get
Brood Bitch & Progeny
Brace
Generations
 Parade of Title Holders
 Parade of Veterans
 Dinner
(CKC - RECOGNIZED
TITLES ONLY)
CHECK ONE AND ENTER NUMBER HERE
CKC Reg.No.
CKC ERN No.
CKC PEN No.
Listed 
Date of Birth
Month________ Day________ Year_______
Place of Birth Canada Elsewhere
Is This Dog A Puppy? Yes No
Breeder(s)
Sire
Dam
Reg’d Owner(s)
Owners Address
City
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Prov/State
Postal/Zip Code
Name of Owner’s Agent (if any)
Agent’s Address
City
IDs will not be mailed – please supply email address below for entry confirmation

VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS __________________________________________________
NAME ON CARD
____________________________________________________________________
CARD NUMBER
___________/___________
EXPIRY DATE
I CERTIFY that I am the registered owner of the dog or that I am the authorized agent of the owner whose name I
have entered above and accept full responsibility for all statements made in this entry. In consideration of the
acceptance of this entry, I agree to be bound by the rules and regulations of the Canadian Kennel Club and by
any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list.
________________________________________
Signature of Owner or Agent
__________________________________
Telephone Number
E-MAIL:
______________________________________________________________________