Skywriter
Volume 2010, Issue 6
Nov/Dec 2010
YELLOW PUPPIES
Born: October 16, 2010
Sire: Sunchase Ania’s Octave
OFA Hips Excellent/Elbows Normal, Heart Echo Normal,
AVCO 2010, Optigen clear, EIC Normal
Dam: Cedar Creek’s Glamour Girl
OFA Hips Excellent, Elbows normal; Heart Echo Normal,
Eyes CERF 2009 and Optigen carrier
Sherri Mattheis 908-689-5865 cedarmarsh@comcast.net
Babes in Skyland
BREEDER REFERRAL LISTINGS
www.jerseyskylandslrc.com/BreederReferral.htm
BLACK FEMALE PUPPIES
Born: October 23, 2010
Sire: Shar-Jam’s Power Suit
OFA Prelims Hips excellent, elbows normal, Heart echo
normal, CERF Feb 2010, Optigen Normal, EIC Normal
Dam: Shar-Jam;s Bauble
OFA Hips excellent, elbows normal, Heart echo normal,
CERF April 2010, Optigen Normal/clear by parentage
BABES ALREADY LANDED
5 YEAR OLD BLACK FEMALE – SPAYED
Sugar is extremely sweet and obedient. She would like to
be the only dog for someone to love and share their bed
with. A place to swim her would be a Plus. Great for an
active, retired couple. Up to date with shots.
OFA clearances and Optigen clear.
Sharon Celentano 845-564-6509 sharjamlabs@hvc.rr.com
Sire: Am.Can.Ch. Beechcroft's Study In Black
Dam: Windwood's Mya
BABES PREPARING FOR FLIGHT
Breeder/owner must place some of her dogs due to her own
medical problems.
CHOCOLATE PUPPIES
DUE: January 16, 2011
Sire: Am.Can. Ch. Venetian's Copy That
OFA Hips Excellent, Elbows Normal, Heart Echo Normal,
Optigen PRA Normal/Clear, Eyes CERF Jan. 2010
Dam: Walkabout Gingerbred's Lucy
OFA Hips Good, Elbows Normal, Heart Echo Normal,
Optigen PRA Normal/Clear, Eyes CERF 2010
Dottie Martin ginspin@embarqmail.com
Eve Ragalia 845-883-9143 windwoodkennels@aol.com
13 MONTH OLD YELLOW MALE NEUTERED
Born: November 2, 2009
This is an energetic, playful young boy, who loves to retrieve on
land or water. He enjoys being with people and gets along well
with other dogs. This young guy would benefit from training and
participation in obedience, hunting, or dock diving. He is crate
trained and has all his shots, including rabies.
The breeders listed in our referral service are
members in good standing of JSLRC, but under
NO circumstance does JSLRC guarantee the
services of said members. The buyer should review
all contracts directly with the breeder.
Sire: Ancroft’s Back To The Future
OFA Prelim Hips Good, Elbows Normal, AVCO Nov. 2009,
Optigen Normal
Dam: HiView Tiffany At Ancroft
OFA Hips Good and Elbows Normal, AVCO Feb. 2009,
Optigen Normal
Ann Degraw 908 362-5514 ancroft@embarqmail.com
Full members, eligible for additional benefits, wishing to
list a litter in the club newsletter and on the website must
do so in writing ON THE CLUB FORM.
5 MONTH OLD BLACK MALE PUPPY
Born: June 24, 2010
Sire: Ch. Kai Den's Power Surge RN TDI
OFA Hips Good, Elbows Normal, Heart Echo Normal; CERF
Oct 2009 and Optigen Normal; EIC Normal
Dam: Ancroft Gentleman Prefer Blondes
OFA Good, Elbows Normal, ACVO Feb. 2010,Optg.NBP
Ann Degraw 908 362-5514 ancroft@embarqmail.com
Please send info ON THE CLUB FORM to:
Laura Dedering - JSLRC Breeder Referrals
by email:
jslrcinc@epix.net
by Fax:
610-599-7723
by mail:
98 Ramblewood Dr.
Bangor, PA 18013-5601
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
2010 – 2011
JSLRC Officers and Board:
Hello All,
President: Donna Forte
Vice Pres: Sharon Celentano
Secretary: Sherri Mattheis
911 Jackson Valley Road
Oxford, NJ 07863
(908) 689-5865
Treasurer: Laura Dedering
Directors:
1 Year– Donna Sevchuk 2010-2011
2 Year - Laura Muirhead 2009-2011
2 Year – Karen Lolli
2009-2011
Newsletter Staff:
Newsletter Editor and Publisher:
Leslie Plank
Smithtown, NY
631-724-7593
forestwood@dellmail.com
Contributing Editors
and Publishers:
Lisa Grasso
Merrick, NY
516-456-9400
lisag22@optonline.net
Laura Dedering
Bangor, PA
610-599-7767
LauraDedering@epix.net
SKYWRITER is a publication of the Jersey
Skylands Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.
published six times a year with deadlines on
the 15th of Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct and Dec.
Contributions in the form of articles, news
comments, wins, litter, and other items of
interest to the membership are encouraged.
Opinions expressed are those of the
individual authors and not those of the
JSLRC either in whole or in part. The
Editor reserves the right to edit materials in
the interest of space, literary clarity, good
taste or timeliness. All deadlines will be
strictly enforced.
Subscriptions are
available to non-members for $12.00 per
year from JSLRC, through the Publisher.
By Fran Pidgeon
The following individuals were
voted in as JSLRC Members on
December 1, 2010.
Congratulations and welcome
to:
Michael & Kimberlee Silva
Shadowbrook Labradors
291 Little York-Mt. Pleasant
Road
Milford, NJ 08848
908-996-7766
springdellfarm@embarqmai
l.com
Interests: Point Show Committees,
Match Show Committees, Hospitality,
Judges Selection, Dog/Puppy
Referral, Trophies, and Advertising.
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Committee Chairs are reminded
to contact new members and get
them involved in JSLRC
activities.
Anyone interested in becoming
a member of JSLRC can contact
our Membership Chair for
procedures and a membership
packet.
Seems like we’re headed for a
pretty cold winter! It’s been so
darn cold and windy lately I hope
it’s not a prelude of things to come.
Our Holiday Party was December
1st and Eve Ragalia, once again,
put together a lovely affair despite
the fact that she was recovering
from shoulder surgery! The food
was outstanding, the raffle table
great, the doggie grab bag fun and
the entertainment terrific! It was so
nice to see everybody and
everyone totally enjoyed
themselves, table photos are up on
the website and included in the
newsletter. Thanks Eve, fabulous
job!
January 29th is Lehigh Valley’s
Canine Learning Experience; our
club will host the Labrador booth.
The theme this year is the history of
the breed. Anyone interested in
helping or sharing any information,
especially pictures, should contact
Sherri Mattheis.
Sunday, Feb 6th is the date for our
Winter Health Clinic. It will be held
at Blairstown Animal Hospital. The
flyer is on the website and included
in this newsletter. Contact myself
or Dottie Martin for more
information.
Fran Pidgeon
JSLRC Membership Chair
Watch your email and the club
calendar, Fran Pidgeon will be
posting a date for our next Rally
training date, hopefully right after
Westminster.
973-726-8650
ragdollkitties@embarqmail.com
I hope everyone has a very Happy,
Healthy & Safe Holiday!
Call or write to:
Table Of Contents
Obedience Report
Christmas and Dogs
Holiday Party Pics
Health Clinic Flyer
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Pg 3
Pg 4
Pg 6
Pg 7
Happy 2011!
Donna
Stars of the Sky
Ch. Forestwood’s Unbelievable
Penn Treaty KC – RWB
Windham County KC – RWB
South Windsor KC – WB/BOS
3 Point Major!
New AKC Champion!
Springfield KC – Select Bitch for a
Major
Breeder/Owner: Leslie Plank
Rockycreek's Finest Brandy RN
Savannah Kennel Club – Best BBE
BBE Sporting Group 1
Best Bred By Exhibitor In Show!
Breeder/Owner/Handler – Gerie and
Kathy Mines
Rockycreek’s Double Dipped CD
JH
Beaufort KC – Qualified Novice B
Highest scoring Labrador
Savannah KC – Qualified Novice B
1st Place Novice B
New AKC Companion Dog Title!
Breeder/Owners - Gerie, Kathy &
Janice Mines
Am.Can. Ch. Folklaur The Secret
Garden
Talbot KC – WB/BOS
Salisbury MD KC - WB, BOS
Mispillion KC - WB, BW, BOS
New AKC Champion!
Breeder/Owner: Laura Dedering
Brooksberry’s American Dream
The Kennel Club of Philadelphia:
WB/BW/BOS
Owners: Phil and Susan Hess and
Stephanie Forte
Brookberry's Wish Come True
Chambersburg Area KC – 1st Open
Black
Owners: Phil and Susan Hess and
Stephanie Forte
Rockycreek's One For The Road
CD RN
Beaufort KC – Qualified Novice B
New AKC Companion Dog Title!
Savannah KC – Qualified Novice B
2nd Place Novice B
Breeder/Owner: Gerie, Kathy &
Janice Mines
Brookberry’s Secret Storm
Greater Philadelphia Dog Fanciers
Association – RWB
Breeder/Owner/Handler: Stephanie
Forte & Donna Forte
Am/Can. Ch. Brookberry’s Perfect
Impression
Chambersburg KC – BOB
Breeder/Owner/Handler: Donna and
Stephanie Forte
MEMBERSHIP
COMMITTEE NEWS
Submitted by Fran Pidgeon
Membership Chair
The club’s membership lists
and committee interest lists
have been updated and were
distributed to all members via
email. If you did not receive
my emails with the lists as
attachments, please contact me.
Thank you to all members for
your help in updating this
information!
ragdollkitties@embarqmail.co
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OBEDIENCE COMMITTEE
NEWS
Submitted by Fran Pidgeon
Obedience Chair
Are you and your dog ready to
Rally your way to FUN in 2011?
BEAT THE WINTER BLUES
and join us for another RALLY
FUN DAY sometime in February
at an indoor venue! The plans
are in the works but have not
been finalized yet. Watch your
email for more details coming
soon!
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Editors Message
Another year has come and gone,
where does the time fly?
I would like to take this opportunity
to thank my Skywriter committee of
the past year. Thanks to Lisa
Grasso, for trying to force a MAC
into being a PC and printing and
mailing out the hard copies of the
newsletter. And thanks to Laura
Dedering for being my proof reader
and putting the finishing touches on
the page formatting so everything
looks and fits nicely. For those of
you who indicated an interest in
working on the newsletter
committee, I will be in touch in the
new year!
This is YOUR newsletter, please
feel free to send in any dog related
articles you may come across in
your web surfing or reading that
may be of interest to others.
Pictures too! I am open to any
suggestions or ideas you may have
to keep the newsletter interesting
and relevant. Some ideas for the
future – perhaps a memorial section
to honor our beloved companions
who have gone to the Bridge. Or
maybe a question and answer type
column on health or training where
members could send in their
questions, if anyone is interested in
doing something like that. Let me
know what you think!
To all our members, wishing you all
health and happiness for the New
Year, and for lots of brags to send
in to the newsletter!
Leslie
your dog? Live trees often carry unseen molds that
can cause allergic reactions and/or respiratory
distress in some pets and people.
Christmas and Your Dog
If this the first Christmas you and your dog will be
spending together, you might want to try a little test
before setting up the entire tree. Bring a sample of
your chosen evergreen into your home for a few
days, allowing your dog to sniff it under your
supervision. If you don't observe any negative
reactions, it's probably safe to put up a live tree.
However, if your dog does show an adverse reaction,
remove the branch immediately; wash your pet's
face to remove lingering traces of the allergen and
plan on enjoying an artificial tree this year.
When you think about Christmas and your dog, your
thoughts may center around which items to put in his
holiday stocking this year, however, preparing for
the holidays with a pet in the home involves much
more than gift giving. There's no time of year quite
as magical as the holiday season. As soon as those
first snowflakes of winter begin to fall, most of us
begin to contemplate how we'll celebrate the various
winter holidays. There'll be meals to plan, gifts to
purchase, and plenty of decorating to be done.
Set Up and Security
Choosing just the right placement for your tree also
makes a difference to your pet's safety.
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It's easy to get caught up in the festivities, but pet
owners also need to keep their animals in mind to
help assure they make it safely through this
wonderful but hectic season. Let's look at some of
the typical holiday preparations and how we can
lessen potential hazards for our pets.
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Decorations
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For many of us, decorating our home is the first step
in preparing for the holidays and many of the items
we use are not typically found around the house all
year long. Being naturally curious creatures, dogs
will want to thoroughly check out anything new that
comes into the house and here is where some
potential problems can come into play.
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Christmas Trees
Celebrating the holidays with your dog is bound to
involve setting up the traditional Christmas tree.
Here are a few ideas and tips to consider.Live or
Artificial?
Consider purchasing a smaller tree and
setting it up on a table top, out of your dog's
reach.
Full size trees are best set up in a corner
where your pet's access can be limited.
If possible, wire the top of the tree to a
drapery pole or staircase banister to lessen the
chances of it tipping over if your dog
accidentally bumps into it.
Wrap the base of the tree and stand in plastic
wrap to keep you dog from being tempted to
drink the water, which can be toxic as
fertilizers and other chemical compounds
leach from the tree.
Opt for plastic or resin ornaments instead of
breakable glass, and resist hanging
ornaments at the bottom of the tree where
they'll present the most temptation to your
pet.
Hide those electrical light cords at the back
of the tree, and hide any exposed cords or
strategically place pieces of furniture to keep
your dog from chewing them and possibly
being electrocuted.
Seasonal Plants
Holly, Poinsettias, and Mistletoe are all abundant
during the holiday season, but sharing Christmas
with your dog means keeping these beautiful plants
out of Fido's reach.Each of these plants carries some
Of course, there's nothing like the look and smell of
a fresh, live Christmas tree, but how will it affect
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level of toxicity for our pets. The intensity of the
reaction depends a lot on the size of your dog and
how much he might ingest.
Gifts
The most pleasurable part of celebrating Christmas
and your dog is picking out a few choice presents for
your furry friend. The same items that would be
appropriate any other time of the year are good at
Christmas too.
The reaction may be something as mild as a skin
rash or excessive salivating, however, more serious
reactions can include:
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Vomiting
Diarrhea
Respiratory distress
Heart complications
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Don't risk finding out which symptoms might affect
your dog, simply keep the plants out of your pet's
reach on a high table or bureau.
Conclusion
Candles
While safety is of prime importance, the most
important thing to remember about Christmas and
your dog is to watch him for stress. Lots of hustle
and bustle, changes in the home, and strangers
coming and going can all take a toll on your pet. Be
sure to leave some quiet time in the schedule to give
both of you an opportunity to decompress.
Candles play a prominent role in many holiday
celebrations. Advent wreaths, Menorahs and other
lights may enjoy a prominent place in many homes
, but they need to be kept in places where there is no
chance that a bump or a tail wag may send them
toppling causing a fire risk.
Food
Food is a big part of most holiday traditions, but
many of the delicacies and treats we enjoy are not
suitable for our pets.
Avoid feeding your dog:
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Watch out for small toys or pieces that could
break off an item and pose a choking hazard.
Be sure that any item you give your pet is
size appropriate.
Check the ingredients used in treats to make
sure your pet isn't allergic to anything listed.
Chocolate: It's toxic to your pet.
Macadamia nuts: These are another toxic
item for your dog.
Turkey, chicken, or duck bones: These may
be tasty, but they pose a choking hazard.
Onions: These can cause heart problems
when eaten in volume.
Raisins and grapes: These items can cause
renal failure when consumed in high
quantities.
Alcohol: Not usually on your pet's menu, but
holiday entertaining may include serving
alcoholic beverages that might become
available to your pet if left on a low table.
Pictures from our holiday Party on Dec. 1, 2010
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Jersey Skylands Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.
Sponsored
ALL BREED CANINE HEALTH CLINIC
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2011
9:00 AM TO 2:00 PM
ALL RESULTS STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL
REGISTRATION FORM on page 3.
LOCATION:
EYE EXAMS:
HEART EXAMS:
OPTIGEN TESTS:
Special 20/20
Clinic Fee 20%25% off.
EIC TEST:
MICROCHIPS:
VACCINATIONS
& BLOOD TESTS:
PRE-REGISTER:
FOR MORE INFO:
BLAIRSTOWN ANIMAL HOSPITAL, 29 CEDAR LAKE RD., BLAIRSTOWN, NJ 07825-9641
Easily accessible from Rt. 80 or Rt. 94
Directions and Map on Page 2
Michael J. Ringle DVM Diplomate ACVO Ophthalmologist (Red Bank Veterinary
Hospital).
Dogs must be over 7 weeks old. CERF form included.
Please bring AKC reg. & permanent ID Info.
Carl D. Sammarco, BVSc, MRCVS, Diplomate ACVIM Cardiology (Red Bank Veterinary
Hospital).
Dogs must be registered with ARCH, http://www.archcertify.org/ call if need help
registering. Please bring your password, AKC Reg. & Permanent ID Info (& OFA FORM
if desired – OFA fee reduced).
See Optigen Website For Tests Offered . Select cheek swab or blood draw on
OUR Registration Form.
Pre-registration and payment to “Optigen”, is absolutely required, as a minimum of
twenty (20) tests must be batched to get the discount! Optigen Test Request Forms
should be completed ONLINE and printed, at Optigen between 1/23/11 - 2/06/11 using
clinic code JSLRC112 for an additional 5% off, making the total discount 25%. Optigen
will send results directly to each owner.
Bring completed Optigen Form with payment made payable directly to “Optigen”.
Exercise Induced Collapse Test. See VDL Website. Select cheek swab or blood
draw on OUR Registration Form. EIC Test Request Forms should be completed
ONLINE at VDL and printed.
Bring completed ADL Form with payment made payable directly to “U of M VDL”.
Home Again Microchip provides permanent identification. AKC CAR & Home Again
forms provided.
See Registration Form attached for list of services. Vaccination certificates will be provided.
Lab results will be mailed directly to the owner.
PLEASE BRING A SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE FOR BLOOD TEST
RESULTS.
For any test NOT listed on our registration form, please call for price / availability.
By 01/29/11. Mail completed form with appropriate fees as indicated.
Appointments will be scheduled on a first come-first served basis. Every effort
will be made to schedule your appointments in the time frame requested.
WALK-INS WILL BE SEEN IF TIME ALLOWS.
Donna Forte (973) 729-6211 or email brookberry@embarqmail.com.
Leave message to be contacted.
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DIRECTIONS AND MAP:
29 Cedar Lake Road
Blairstown, NJ 07825-9641
908-362-6430
From points east: Route 80 west, exit 12, right at bottom of ramp to Route
521 North to end (several miles). Left on Route 94 ("The Forge" restaurant
on corner), next left onto Cedar Lake Road - CR 616, approximately 1 mile
on left.
From points west: Route 80 east, exit 4C to Route 94, go 9 miles, through
Blairstown, straight over bridge, right onto Cedar Lake Road - CR 616,
approximately 1 mile on left.
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ALL BREED CANINE HEALTH CLINIC - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2011 - 9:00 AM TO 2:00 PM
PLEASE RETURN THE COMPLETED FORM BY 01/29/11 with a
NON-REFUNDABLE CHECK PAYABLE TO JSLRC, INC.
INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS OR SELF-ADDRESSED STAMPED POSTCARD FOR
CONFIRMATION & TIME SLOT.
MAIL TO: Donna Forte, 2 Sharon Dr, Sparta, NJ 07871
Print Your Name: ______________________________________ Phone: ____________ Cell:_____________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________________ State: ______ Zip: _____________ email: ___________
TIME SLOT PREFERRED, PLEASE NUMBER 1-5 IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE:
____9:00-10:00 ____10:00-11:00 ____ 11:00-Noon
____Noon-1:00
____1:00-2:00
Services – Put an “X” in each box under
each name
Call Name
Call Name
Call Name
Call Name
Call Name
Unit Cost
= Ext.
Amt.
Enter Each Dog’s Call Name >
ACVO EYE EXAM on CERF Form
CARDIAC AUSCULTATION
ECHOCARDIOGRAM
OPTIGEN / EIC vet fees: Blood at
$10; Swab at $5
MICROCHIP
RABIES VACCINE 1 year or 3 year
CORE VACCINES – DA2PP
LYME VACCINE
BORDETELLA INTRANASAL VACCINE
LEPTO 4 STRAIN VACCINE
SNAP 4 - Heartworm/Lyme/Ehrlichia/
Anaplasmosis
WELLNESS PROFILE – Chemistry;
CBC; T-4 and Free T-4; Urinalysis
(please
bring sample)
OFA THYROID PANEL (enclose
separate check to OFA @ $7.50 per
test)
Sr Profile (Chemistry, CBC &
Urinalysis)
Sr Profile (Chemistry & CBC)
TITER TEST Canine Distemper/Parvo
THYROID TEST Free T-4 only
THYROID TEST T-4 only
BRUCELLA TEST
FECAL TEST centrifugation and
Giardia
ELISA
Urine Protein: Creatinine ratio
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$75
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TOTAL
I HEREBY RELEASE PARTICIPATING VETERINARIANS, JSLRC, INC., ITS MEMBERS AND AGENTS FROM ANY AND ALL
INJURIES OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY MYSELF OR MY DOG(S) WHILE AT THIS HEALTH EVENT.
Please sign:
Date:
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Jersey Skylands Labrador
Retriever Club Newsletter
Leslie Plank
Editor/Publisher
15 Thrush Drive
Smithtown, NY 11787
JSLRC Upcoming Events
Jan. 26, 2011
Board Meeting: 7:30 PM
Jan. 29, 2011
Canine Learning Experience
We will host an education booth where you can discuss or ask
questions of Labrador breeders and have access to educational
material. You will also meet some of our Labradors.
FMI: Contact Sherri Mattheis cedarmarsh@comcast.net
Feb. 6, 2011
Winter Health Clinic
Blairstown Animal Hospital
29 Cedar Lake Rd., Blairstown, NJ 07825
See flyer in this issue and on website
FMI: Contact Donna Forte brookberry@embarqmail.com
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