FALL 2013
Volume 26
Issue 3
CHF OFFICIAL WEBSITE
WWW.COLLIEHEALTH.ORG
OFFICERS
"…TO FOSTER AND
PROMOTE THE STUDY
OF AND RESEARCH ON
THE…
PARTICULAR
PROBLEMS
OF
COLLIES… Gerrie Oliver
President
Cindi Bossart, VMD
Vice President
Krista Hansen
Vice President
Nancy McDonald
Treasurer
Mary Hunter
Secretary
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Officers and
William K. Brokken, MD
Jane Clymer
David Hansen, DVM
Helga Kane
Gayle Kaye
Nancy Kelso, DVM
Debbie Holland
Robette Johns
Pat Jung
Nancy Van Note
From the President, Gerrie Oliver
60 Columbus Ave, Closter, NJ 07624-2455
Phone: 201-768-1282/Email: gerrieoliver@hotmail.com
Although it is sad to say good-bye to the warm summer days, you can still share in
the warm memories of Wolf’s 100th Anniversary celebration, the wonderful Rescue
Parade, the entertaining Treibball demonstration, as well as the traditional Virtues
and Lad Match at The Gathering at Sunnybank. See inside for great photos and a
write-up of the happenings.
CHF welcomes Chandra Flaim as new Promotions Chairperson. Check out ads in
this issue to see the terrific items Promotions teammate Jan Hedrick has in stock
and the custom designed Wolf’s Anniversary items now available.
AKC/CHF announced the first two grant recipients in the Bloat Initiative. In
addition, their educational video has now been published. CHF is very proud to
be a part of this project. CHF has also developed a position statement on
prophylactic gastropexy. See the adopted statement on page 7.
Reminder that testing rebates continue only to the end of this year. CHF will
rebate $50 per PRA test, $50 per CEA test from Optigen and $10 per MDR-1 test
from Washington State University for CHF members through 12/31/13. See
www.colliehealth.org for complete details.
Lastly, Corporator ballots will be mailed shortly for the 2014 election. While the
Foundation appreciates all its members, it relies on a high level of service from its
Corporators. They are our ambassadors and perform a myriad of critical jobs. I
encourage you to thoughtfully select those individuals you know who will be
willing to donate their time and talents to benefit our efforts.
Thanks for everything you do to help us grow!
Membership Chair:
Nancy Van Note
Newsletter Editor:
Mary Hunter
Photo of the Treibball demonstration at The Gathering at Sunnybank courtesy of Ron Sherr
Lifetime Membership Award – Nancy McDonald!
The April 26, 1986 CHF By-Laws read:
Section 4. Life Members of the Corporation. The Board of Directors may designate Life Members and may grant all
privileges of membership in the Corporation for life to any person who, in the judgment of the Board of Directors,
has rendered extraordinary services in the furtherance of the Foundation's purposes or has contributed significantly
to the success of the Foundation.
Over CHF’s 27 year history, only five people have achieved this honor—Helen Denton, Hal Sundstrum, David
Russell, Helga Kane and Pati Merrill.
At the Gathering at Sunnybank this year, it was my pleasure to award Nancy McDonald a lifetime membership in
the Collie Health Foundation in recognition of her extraordinary devotion and service.
Nancy joined the
foundation in 1993 and, as
a matter of fact, was a
presenter at the 1993
“Gathering of the Great”
held at Sandy Draper’s
estate in update New York.
Nancy presented a
program on “Advertising
to Reach Your Market”.
In 1994 Nancy proposed
the “Barksdale Challenge”
to the Board of Directors
in which she committed to
donate $100 for every
championship earned by a
Barksdale champion and
“challenged” other
exhibitors to do the same.
She has never stopped
creating new and
interesting ways to benefit
CHF.
Photo of Nancy McDonald & Gerrie Oliver courtesy of Ron Sherr
Biography:
 Elected as a Corporator to the Class of 1995,
 Elected to the Board shortly thereafter and served as VP from 2000 to 2008.
 Received the CHF President’s Award in 1997
 Attended the AKC/CHF Conferences in 1999 and in 2010
 Elected as President in 2008 and served two terms.
 Current CHF Treasurer & Presidential Advisor
While President, Nancy also managed the old website and started the revamping of the new one, chased after failed
grant money for reinvestment, aided the Promotions team, established the testing rebate programs, created and
generously posted CHF ads for free in Collie Expressions.
Nancy’s devotion to the Gathering at Sunnybank is never-ending. When Sandy Draper could no longer host the
Gathering, Nancy took it to Long Island for one year and then had the wonderful idea of bringing it to Sunnybank,
in Wayne, NJ. She ran it for two years (1997 & 1998) and then had another brilliant idea of having some “local
person” take over. Except for a litter that kept her at home last year, Nancy has attended and supported every
single one. She has hauled dogs, merchandise, judges, sold Promotions, printed Sunny Money, Entry Forms,
Armbands, etc., hosted Puppy Programs and even judged the Virtues Match.
Deepest thanks, Nancy, from the Board of Directors and the entire Collie Health Foundation family.
-Gerrie Oliver, President
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WOLF: THE HERO WITHIN
17th Annual Gathering at Sunnybank August 17 & 18, 2013
On a beautiful, cool and, of course, sunny day this past August a large group of visitors strolled the Sunnybank
grounds on the walking tour guided by the Terhune Sunnybank Memorial experts, Judy Leathers, Donna McKoy,
Marilyn Horowitz and Kathy George while listening to the soft sounds of Anice Terhune’s music from Sue
Chandler’s keyboard.
President of Terhune Sunnybank Memorial, Judy Leathers, brought greetings from founder Claire Leishman and
gave a brief report on their recent activities. As a gift from TSM, Judy generously presented CHF with three signed
copies of their latest publication, the beautiful bound and boxed book “Pages from the Past”.
A newcomer to the dais, Diane Blazek, is responsible for the focus of
this year’s theme. We knew we wanted to celebrate Wolf’s 100th
anniversary, but we found his character difficult to pin down. It was
Diane, a devoted fan of Wolf’s, who singled out his most important
and endearing quality-- a quality we’d like to think we all possess.
The little red-gold dog was a HERO. Terhune wrote of Wolf’s
efforts to free the horses from the burning barn, to stoically accept
punishment for wrongdoings on behalf of his beloved mongrel
friend, and to chase after and reclaim a stolen puppy. As evidenced
by copies of the New York Times 1928 obituary provided by Marilyn
Horowitz, he even sacrificed his own life to save his mongrel pal. He
pushed her off the railroad tracks just in time but couldn’t get out of the way of the fast approaching train himself.
His heroism was tempered by the mischief he was always getting into but he inspired us to find the hero in us all.
Kristina Marshall is TSM’s Historian, famous author, and host of the TSM Facebook site, Krissy focused on “Why
Wolf’s Story Matters”. She summed it up perfectly: “We identify with Wolf and the power of his story of change.
It gives us hope that the kind of potential that hid within Wolf also lives in us. We can seem ordinary, yet have
something extraordinary waiting inside.”
Kathryn George is TSM’s Archivist and talented Sunnybank artist who spoke about the real war dog heroes.
Kathy's talk, “Special Heroes,” began with a remembrance of Bill Mastbrook, who passed away last November.
Remarks upon his military service in World War II led into a short history of the dogs who have risked their lives
on battlefields since World War I, serving as messenger dogs, Red Cross rescue dogs, sentries, and draft dogs,
pulling ambulances and bringing supplies to the front lines for the European armies. Because of their intelligence
and speed, the Collie was the most frequently used breed for messenger dogs, and the Sunnybank Collies back
home in the US did their part by helping raise funds for both the Red Cross and the Blue Cross. The US started
their own War Dog program, Dogs for Defense, Inc., in World War II. The highly-trained dogs proved their worth,
and have continued to be used by the US Military ever since. Today they are known as Military Working Dogs, elite
canine soldiers outfitted with thousands of dollars worth of high tech, specialized military equipment. These Special
Heroes, however, are still considered “military equipment,” and as such are not eligible for any official medals for
valorous service. It is hoped that in 2014, legislation will be passed that will change this, re-categorizing the MWDs
as official members of the United States Armed Forces, thus making them eligible for official military recognition
and decoration.
On Saturday CHF also hosted a Micro-Chip clinic thanks to Chris Hamill. CHF friends Joanne Silver and Cindy
Mauro held AKC’s Canine Good Citizen and Bright & Beautiful therapy dog testing which no doubt discovered a
few new heroes.
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CHF’s silent auction was held on both days so everyone could bid on
their favorite collie treasures but the big event was the live auctions.
Following in Bob Kelly’s footsteps, I made my debut as auctioneer.
Some of the great items for
bid were a Nantucket Island
Vacation donated by Jill &
Mike Venturo, original
artwork by Shawn DeLion
custom framed and donated
by Phyllis Autrey, a beautiful
herding dog stamp collection
framed and donated by Jim
Boles, a hand-painted collie
leash holder donated by Heidi
Wirtner, a pressed flower
arrangement from last year’s Gathering bouquets done by Vivienne
Richards, and a rare volume of Mangel’s Evolution of the Collie donated
by Leigh Cohen. Congratulations to all the lucky bidders!
Photo courtesy of Ron Sherr
Saturday afternoon Collie Rescue of Northern New Jersey’s Karyn Hahn, along with Shannon Schrier and Johanna
Lance proudly presented the 2013 Rescue Parade heroes while Ron Sherr videotaped it. Medals donated by
CRNNJ in memory of Candy Wisnieski were awarded to 34 entries from around the country, including photos of 8
of them who could not make the long trip. It is interesting to note that nine of the collies are now involved with
agility, rally, therapy and obedience. Eight of these collies were placed by CRNNJ. From Karyn: “my favorite
moment was seeing all the rescue collies get their moment in "the ring". Their owners were so proud (as was I).
Shannon did an outstanding job placing the ribbons on them when they returned. Her love for them all was so easy
to see - almost tangible.” I think Karyn and these collie owners are real heroes, too.
Photos courtesy of Ron Sherr
Later, Cathie Sayre, along with her husband, Cliff and Maryellen & Al Miller delighted visitors with a Treibball
demonstration (see picture on page 1). They were eager to share what they’ve learned about this exciting and fun
new sport and their amazing dogs were eager to show us how it is done.
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Sunday morning started off with a few laughs. The first ever Senior
Showmanship event was held. Exhibitors entered the show by age
category and, just like Junior Showmanship, handlers are judged, not
the dog. Our Seniors presented some rather creative entries for our
panel of three surprise (and surprised!) judges. (Someone didn’t even
have a dog!) Thanks to Judges Cathy Keefer-Meier,
Elvys Moldonado, Junior Sami Berg and everyone for their good
sense of humor, good sportsmanship and entertainment. Good fun
for a good cause!
Another first for this year’s Gathering was the presentation of the
“Noah Award”. Noah is the name CHF’s logo dog. You can read
his whole story on the website, but in short, Noah was an
extraordinary dog who took it upon himself to guide, teach and
support all the puppies at Camloch. This award was created to
recognize the wonderful collie people who exemplify those same
wonderful collie-like traits.
She re-entered the collie world in a whirl-wind and had
everyone wondering how that beautiful bouquet of
roses appeared on Lad’s grave at The Gathering back in
1999. Since then, she has supported collies and, more
importantly, collie people, by recognizing and attending
to everyone’s needs at every opportunity (CCA
Nationals, local collie Specialties, All-breed Supported
Entry events, and at Sunnybank). Her generosity and
hospitality is enjoyed by many and it was a great
pleasure to present the very first “Noah” award to
fellow CCNNJ member and good friend, Leigh Cohen
of Atelier Collies.
All photos on this page are courtesy of Ron Sherr.
On a more serious note, sadly the collie world lost some special friends over the past year. One person especially
dear to CHF was Candy Wisnieski. Candy was an integral part of the Gathering at Sunnybank. She was always
ready to help whether it was at the food tent or the entry table or setting up the puppy show rings. In fact, she was
responsible for two of our themes—Collies as Citizens of the World and, her personal favorite, the Cathedral of the
Collie. With her entire family there, Leigh Cohen and Susan DeLorenzo held a beautiful memorial tribute in her
honor.
It wouldn’t be a Gathering without the famous Virtues Match which provides a wonderful opportunity to learn
about your dog’s best virtue. Skilled collie authority Les Canavan guides exhibitors and spectators alike through
each part of the standard to understand what it is our expert judges value most. It was a real learning experience to
hear what Judges Nancy McDonald, Lori Montero and Kris Provenzano had to say about each class. The winners
were:
Best General Appearance - (33 entries) - Wyatt, by GCh. Blu Ridge Make Way x Ch. Lochlaren Barksdale
Second Wind, bred/owned by Chris Hamill
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Best Expression (28 entries), Best Muzzle (15 entries) - Seth by Ch. Overland Northern Sky x Overland
Lunar Eclipse, bred/owned by Marcy & Mike Fine
Best Profile (24 entries)/Best Overall - Gonzo by Ch. Pleasant Acre Dealer's Choice x Creekwood
Westwood Shady Lady, bred/owned by Robin Reed & Ginger Mehr
Best Skull (11 entries) - Ch. Lisara's Blues Buster, by Ch. Lisara's Proof of Life x Ch. Lisara's Fan Dancer,
bred by Carmen & Lawrence Leonard, owned by Beth Nemoff
Best Front (5 entries) - Heatherfield Stone, by Ch. Donnybrook's Mallorca x Ch. Heatherfield Liberty Belle,
bred by Heather Luster, owned by Heather and Ron Luster, Jr.
Best Rear (10 entries) - Fozzy - by GCh. Travler's Greased Lightning x Cadenza's Careful Wish,
bred/owned by Cathy Keefer Meier
Best Side Gait (12 entries) - Creekwood's Black No Sugar, by Ch. Creekwood's Sam I Am x Ch. Plesant
Acre Creekwood Hollywood Gossip, bred by Robin Reed & Ginger Mehr, owned by Mara & Rebecca Floor
Best Overall - Gonzo by Ch. Pleasant Acre Dealer's Choice x Creekwood Westwood Shady Lady,
bred/owned by Robin Reed & Ginger Mehr
7th Annual Juniors Match: For the second year in a row, CCNNJ’s own Sami Berg was Best Junior, with Ch
Highcroft Lode-Ark’s Roulette, under Judge Michael Esch.
Lad of Sunnybank Memorial Match: Judges: Michael Esch, Dogs; Joe Reno, Bitches
Best in Lad Match (62 entries) - Alexander Frasier Draper
Memorial Trophy
Hunter, By Ch. Sealore's Shore Leave x Ch. Limerick's
Liberation 2-4 dog, bred/owned by Cookie Jones
Best Veteran (6 entries) – Original sculpted rough collie by
Zora Melnick
Ch. Colliecove Fool's Gold, by Ch. Galatean Time in a
Bottle x Colliecove Golden Nugget, bred/owned by
Gerrie Oliver
Special thanks to Joe Reno for stepping in at the last minute
when we learned that Carmen Leonard was unable to make it.
Photo courtesy of Ron Sherr.
I especially extend my most sincere thanks to the many volunteers who work so hard to make The Gathering at
Sunnybank an amazing event.
By the way, besides great coverage in local newspapers, information about this year’s Gathering was reported by
vetstreet.com and Huffington Post! Both sites carried nice articles and wonderful photos of this “amazing event”.
I invite you to come see it for yourself. Join us next year on August 16th & 17th, 2014.
Gerrie Oliver
(aka The Madam)
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AKC Canine Health Foundation Bloat Grants Awarded!
In the Winter 2013 newsletter we announced that the Collie Health Foundation had joined the AKC Canine Health
Foundation’s Bloat Initiative as a Champion Sponsor. The first grants have now been awarded. Following is
information from Samantha Wright, Program Manager, AKC Canine Health Foundation:
I am thrilled to announce to you the recipients and awards for the Bloat Initiative!
In response to our request for proposals (RFP) we received 9 Letters of Intent (LOIs). Our special emphasis review
panel, composed of CHF grant committee members and breed club reviewers, found 5 LOIs compelling enough to
invite back for peer review of full proposals. Of those full proposals, 2 stellar projects were considered highly
responsive to the RFP and were deemed to be scientifically meritorious by both experts in the field of canine
gastrointestinal disease and the special emphasis review panel. These proposals are:
1. 1935: Abnormalities in the Stomach’s Ability to Contract Predisposes Large-Breed Dogs to Bloat
PI: Laura L. Nelson, DVM; Michigan State University
Grant Amount: $233,774.00
2. 1937: Evaluating the Complex Genetic Basis of Bloat
PI: Claire Rebecca Sharp, BVMS; Tufts University
Grant Amount: $251,097.00
This tremendous undertaking would not have been possible without the support and generosity of your club.
Thank you so much for your collaboration and contribution to the success of this Initiative. I look forward to
sending research updates to you as these exciting projects get underway.
CHF’S Statement On Prophylactic Gastropexy
Research is ongoing on Gastric Dilatation Volvulus, however, data on the exact incidence of GDV in collies is
lacking. The exact cause of GDV is unknown and likely multifactorial, but genetics appear to be involved. GDV is
a horribly painful, agonizing, expensive and acute emergency condition that requires immediate intervention and is
better prevented by solid breeding decisions than by preventive surgery. Because prophylactic gastropexy is an
abdominal surgery and is not without risks, it is not recommended for those dogs to be used for breeding, as this
may hide GDV in individuals contributing genes to future generations. The decision to use prophylactic gastropexy
in non-breeding animals must include a careful analysis of risk versus potential benefit. The Collie Health
Foundation is committed to additional research and education efforts through its support of the AKC Canine
Health Foundations Bloat Initiative: http://www.akcchf.org/bloat.. The AKC/CHF’s informative Bloat Webinar
is now available. Here is the link to the video: http://www.akcchf.org/news-events/multimedia/video/bloat.html.
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Christmas tree or use as a gift tag.
Perfect as a gift or to send
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Treasurer’s Report
Nancy McDonald, Treasurer
As of July 31, 2013
ASSETS
Current Assets
Checking/Savings
Bank Of America Operating
Bank Of America Money Market
Paypal
Wachovia - Hilda Rickenbaugh
Total Checking/Savings
$25,712.73
$138,382.32
$11,997.45
$12,863.65
$188,956.15
Other Current Assets
UBS assets
UBS Money Market
UBS accts
UBS assets – Other
Total Other Current Assets
Total Current Assets
$169,164.02
$334,538.08
-$300.00
$503,402.10
$692,358.25
Other Assets
Sunnybank Premium Inventory
Promo Items Inventory
Prepaid Expenses
Veteran medallions
Total Other Assets
$4,306.04
$8,925.52
$250.00
$2,100.00
$15,581.56
$707,939.81
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES & EQUITY
Equity
Opening Balance Equity
Unrestricted Net Assets
Net Income
$600,783.81
$102,894.65
$4,261.35
Total Equity
$707,939.81
$707,939.81
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY
Collie Health Foundation Dinner
Menu:
Thursday night, April 9, 2014
Price TBA
Cocktails – 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Dinner – 7:30 PM
Auction following dinner!
Reservations – Krista Hansen (Deadline TBA)
Garden Salad
Chicken Apple Sauté
Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes
Green Beans
Rolls & Butter
Sheet Cake
Auction Donations – contact Robette (Johns) Ehrbar at robettejohns@aol.com
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Donations in Honor/Celebration/Memory
General Donations
July 1, 2013 – October 15, 2013
Donor
In honor/celebration/memory of….
Sander Sales Enterprises
Carol Sue Ambrosio
Sal & Debbie Andreano
Bill & Kay Ayers
Robert & Nancy Barajas
Joani & Sami Berg
Bey Lea Golf Assn.
Michael & Leslie Buss
Mary & Jayne Christie
Susan P. Clarke
Collie Club of Northern New Jersey
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In memoriam for Anthony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony E. Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In memory of Cody Kaiser from the Buss Family
In honor of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In loving memory of Tony Barcellona with sincere thanks for judging
our 2013 Sweeps. A great friend of CCNNJ...we will miss you dearly
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of CH Palary Black Denim, owned by Pat & Larry Jung
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony E. Barcellona
In loving memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony E. Barcellona
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In remembrance of our dear friend Tony Barcellona
In memory of my smooth collies Heather and Candi; in honor of my
smooth collies Cayla and Eddie
In celebration of Anthony Barcellona's dedicated life
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
To honor Tony Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In honor of Tony Barcellona
In loving memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of Anthony Barcellona
In celebration of my beloved collie "Thumbelina" (Thumbe)
In memory of Judith Park, Warren Johnson, Chip Atkins, Pat Atkins &
Barb Saterbo
In celebration of new Champion Liege's Patriot Games, "Ryan"
In memory of Anthony E. Barcellona
In memory of Tony Barcellona
In memory of "Craig" Ch Barksdale Beneficiary ROM, ROM-P beloved
champion of Nancy McDonald
In memory of Candy Wisnieski
In memory of CH Rosepoint Signature RAE
In memory of Donna Mackert, from your dear friend Therese L.
Holmes
In memory of Donna Mackert
In memory of our first collie, Chewy, CH Ainsleigh Mighty Cool Force
RN OAJ CGC HIC, 7/19/2001-5/19/2013
Orville & Becky Crowley
Orville & Becky Crowley
Roy, Susan & Cassandra DeLorenzo
Paula Gennarelli
Christine Hamill
Richard & Barbara House
John & Fanna Hughes
Richard & Virginia Keller
Mary Jane Keratt & Kristen Umansky
Robert & Suellen Kirchberger
Karen Malloy
Carol Martin
Norman & Nancy Merz
Kristen Mulligan
Scott & Wendy Perretz
Judith A. Porter
James & Lorraine Rankin
Mary & Rose Robischon
South Jersey Collie Club
Tom & Claire Stevenson
Nancy Van Note
Gertrude Van Pelt
Daniel & Allison Walenjus
Jean A. Wasiak
Donald & Leslie Jeszewski
Emily D. Berkley
Robert & Susan Galyon
Lewis & Carol Ann Klein
Nancy Van Note
Kathryn M. Weare
Amy J. Gau
Therese L. Holmes
Carolyn Jean Kappelmann
Erin & Adam Gorney
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Donations in Honor/Celebration/Memory
General Donations
continued
July 1, 2013 – October 15, 2013
Donor
In honor/celebration/memory of….
In honor/celebration/memory of….
Erin & Adam Gorney
Orville & Becky Crowley
Helga Kane
Craig & Martha Shields Myers
Adria Weiner
Norman & Brenda Dykes
Gary & Donna Garner
In memory of Donna Mackert
In memory of Linden Lane Peaches and Cream, "Dyna"
With thanks to Nancy McDonald for the Sunnybank Tshirt
In memory of Donna Mackert, wife of Ed Mackert
In loving memory of Donna Mackert,...Rest peacefully my friend
In memory of Donna Mackert
In memory of Donna Mackert
The Collie Health Foundation
Welcomes the Following New Members
Danya Angeli
Cherry Grove, AB, Canada
Barbara Aschenbrenner
St. Louis, MO
Kelley Broadfoot
Glendale, AZ
Louise Christopherson
Albuquerque, NM
Karen Convertini
Morro Bay, CA
Katheryn Terhune Cotton
Springfield, OR
Cathy Cundiff
Cheshire, CT
Marie Deveso
West Seneca, NY
Charles Heubach
Hopkins, MN
**Maine Pet Service
Ellsworth, ME
Michael Mayhew
Altamonte Springs, FL
Barbara L. McCauley
Madison, FL
Joan McGrath
Silver Springs, NV
MorningStarre Perdue
Calgary, AB, Canada
Mandi Peterson
Blanchardville, WI
Noralee Smiley
Girard, OH
Susan K. Smith
Nicholasville, KY
Sandra Swartz
Cochranton, PA
Carolyn Whisman
Sterling, VA
Debbie Yates
Medicine Hat, AL, Canada
Note: **indicates previous member…Welcome Back!
New Members – July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
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Report on the 2013 AKC Canine Health Foundation National Parent
Club Canine Health Conference
- Dr. Nancy Kelso, Chairman, Collie Health Foundation Grants Committee
Thank you for the opportunity to attend the 2013 AKC Canine Health Foundation Conference where some of the
latest research is presented. Although much of the science is still at the research level, there are exciting tests and
discoveries being made. This report outlines some of the research significant to Collie Health Foundation.
1.
Seizures: There are numerous genetic studies done and being done on seizures, but there have been no
significant conclusions. Seizures affect 1-2% of all dogs (the same rate is found in humans) and it is a
complex genetic puzzle probably involving many different genes. It’s known to decrease the lifespan of dogs
by 2 years.
More research on therapy has been done. Current seizure prevention medications include: phenobarbitol,
bromide, zonisamide, levetiracetam (kepra, now available at a generic, has minimal side effects but must be
given three times a day), gabapentin, pregabalin (lyrica), and a new drug soon to be released and licensed in
dogs.
2.
Dialated Cardiomyopathy is infrequent in collies, but has been seen. It is common in Dobermans, Boxers,
and Great Danes. There are up to 24 genes responsible for cardiomyopathy in people and it is suspected
that the number is similar in dogs. There is one genetic test available for Dobermans (but not the only cause
of dialated cardiomyopathy) and one in Great Danes. Research presented and being continued by Dr Meurs.
3.
Cranial Cruciate Rupture (ACL) will affect 2.5% of all dogs with some breeds much higher (9% newfs, 8%
rotts, 6% labs). Late spay/neuter decreases the incidence. Neutering causes late closure of growth plates.
The dog grows taller with straighter angels predisposing them to cruciate rupture.
a) The Cranial Cruciate ligament prevents forward motion of the tibia and internal rotation; most surgeries
prevent the forward motion of the tibia, but not the internal rotation. The biomechanics of this are
currently being studied at the University of Louisville.
b) Stifle orthosis (custom braces) are very helpful in poor surgical candidates, done at specialty practices.
After 1-2 years with or without surgery the joint has stabilized in dogs. Not doing surgery is likely to
cause worse arthritis.
c) Lots of good information on the AKC Canine Athletic Initiative free podcast:
www.akcchf.org/CanineAthlete
4.
Bloat ‐ presentation by Dr. Rozanski. Also see The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation’s
podcast on bloat at:
http://akcchf.libsyn.com/genome_barks_podcast_bloat_and_gdv_with_dr_leslie_monroe
a) Current success rate is 80-85% with a cost of $2000-8000 but unfortunately 23% of people elect
euthanasia immediately with diagnosis. Of course the survival with euthanasia is 0%
b) Current research shows elective gastropexy is helpful at preventing GDV, and current research is
looking at doing this in very young puppies. (Of course as breeders we want to bred dogs who are not
predisposed rather then hiding it, but no current research is there but we hope the bloat initiative will
bring research….see CHF statement and recent research grants approved by AKC.
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c) Many deaths during bloat treatment are due to multiple organ dysfunctions. Current research is looking
at treatment to prevent deadly multiple organ dysfunctions that leads to death- using heparin and
LMWH (low molecular weight heparin).
5.
A great book on understanding dog and different species cognitive profile and how we associate it with
intelligence - The Genius of Dogs by Brian Hare. Also see his website: www.dognition.com
6.
There is a lot of exciting genetic research on Cancer. Neoplasia (Cancer) will affect 25% of all dogs and 50%
of dogs over 10 years of age will die from cancer. Much of the genetics on cancer translates to other species
including humans.
7.
Vaccinations:
AAHA core vaccine consensus statement: DAPP and Rabies core vaccination (with 3 year label on
many), non-core but recommended if at risk: Bordatella, Lyme and Leptospirosis. Never recommended:
corona, giardia, CAV1 (associated with uveitis). For more information see: AAHA website for more
information: https://www.aahanet.org/Library/CanineVaccine
Parvo virus continues to mutate and cause infection to dogs, but current vaccines with CPV2b do cross
protect.
1.2 million dollar vaccine study showed the obvious:
General risk with any vaccine is low 0.4%, and usually mild and self limiting
Decreased body weight correlated with increase risk
Increased risk of reaction w/more vaccines given at one time
Breed predisoposition to reactions: Dachshund, Pug, Boston, Min Pin, Chihuahua
8.
Regenerative Medicine is just beginning to be utilized. It is not a silver bullet, but when combined with
rehab, medical management, and surgery the preliminary outcomes are excellent. Two types of regenerative
medicine are being studied at VOSM (Dr Canapp’s Veterinary Orthopedic and Sports Medicine in
Maryland).
a) Stem Cell Therapy is most commonly derived from a patient’s fat, previously bone marrow, where they
are able to differentiate into the type of cells where they are injected. Most commonly injected in the
joint or tendon (where previous injuries, this requires expertise) and in a complex process promote
healing. Historically there are different success results depending on the lab or equipment used.
b) Platelet Rich Plasma (currently approved by the FDA for humans), is believed to contain growth factors
when injected into the injury and promote healing, again requiring technical expertise.
VOSM will soon be starting a large study funded by AKC CHF combining both, and will be recruiting
tendon injuries: Achilles, biceps, flexor carpi ulnaris, subscapularis, supraspinatus, and iliopsoas.
9.
Canine Rehabilitation is just evolving in veterinary medicine. No longer just cage rest, it’s rehab! This
involves specific exercises, laser, ultrasound therapy and more. Ask your vet for a referral. Currently being
studied at Colorado: training techniques for long-term success, how much warm up, how much cool down,
and stretching, which is still debated in human medicine. www.caninerehabinstitute.com
10. Cytokines and Canine Nutrition by Dr Deb Greco
a) Overweight dogs: “If I told you that your pet had a ___lb tumor secreting inflammatory mediators and
dangerous cytokins, what would you want? Good, then we need to lose fat, it’s doing the same thing”
Dr Deb Greco
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b) Canine milk is being studied- samples are requested by: Ebenezer.Satyaraj@rdmo.nestle.com
c) Another study supplementing with Bovine Colostrum (commercially available) to dogs. Does NOT
work through passive transfer as in the newborn, but works within the gut at the mucosal cell level, to
normalize healthy bacteria and intestinal immune cells. Bovine colostrum has been shown to improve
the canine gut immune system, as well as improved (but not excessive) response to vaccinations. That’s
why many Purina diets contain it.
11. Other Genetic studies with Dr Danika Bannasch (University of California at Davis) wanting samples of:
Cleft Palate
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Glioma brain tumors
Addison’s in NS Duck Troller only
Neuroaxonal dystrophy in Rotts
12. Genetics:
When a genetic disease is found, unless it’s highly heritable and devastating, we need to look at the whole
picture. Look at all the genetic test available, health, desired breed or working qualities. If breeders base all
their breeding decisions on one single genetic test or virtue, the genetics of the breed become extremely
limited and expose other genetic defects. We must breed for diversity, and strive for the genetically healthy
dog.
Current DNA Banking options
I’m not sure how useful our current DNA banking at dogenes will be for future research and testing,
compared to the banking of DNA with CHIC at OFA (stored at University of Missouri and University of
Calif). The CHIC DNA repository collects, stores with corresponding pedigree and phenotypic health
information to facilitate future research and coordinate with researcher (but only with owner consent). They
prefer blood, but can accept cheek swabs, and can be underwritten by breed clubs. Blood collection can be
set up at nationals or large shows, since blood provides a much higher quality DNA. It’s something to
consider.
Other sources of genetic disease information
University of Sydney: www.omia.angis.org.au/home & www.sydney.edu.au/vetscience.lida
University of Prince Edward Island: www.upei.ca/cidd
Cambridge University: http://server.vet.cam.ac.uk
OFA: http://offa.org
AKC CHF: http://akcchf.org
New discoveries
1. Osteosarcomas can be differentiated, by biopsy or fine needle aspirate, to determine if they are aggressive or
more indolent, affecting treatment decisions. (University of Minnesota, Dr Jaime Modiano)
2. Lymphoma have found 4 different genetic expressions within the T and B cell lymphomas. This test has
been patented and should be available through Idexx Laboratories this fall, first by biopsy and later by FNA
(fine needle aspirate).
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3. Dr Breen’s B cell lymphoma test can predict with 95% accuracy the nature of the lymphoma to help
determine prognosis and survivability with different treatments. He has also found a urine test on
transitional cell carcinoma, but cannot get a commercial lab to do either of these.
Clinical trials currently open
1. Dr Jaime Modiano @ University of Minnesota currently doing genetic research on:
Osteosarcoma, lymphoma, melanoma, and hemangiosarcoma. Submission is not done in formalin, but a
special kit that can be supplied to interested veterinarians/owners, or call their lab and they can assist in
useful collections in the case of an emergency.
http://www.modianolab.org and http://www.cvm.umn.edu/cic/home.html
They are also collecting and serving as a repository for many cancers future studies, but currently focusing
on the above big 4. (No charge for submission)
2. New drug study: SRC-BST to be used post op surgical hemangiosarcoma, extremely safe and looking
promising at Dr Modiano’s lab.
3. Grade 2 Mast cell tumors at Dr Breen’s lab to help predict best treatments and prognosis:
info@breenlab.org . Dr Breen’s lab at NC State is currently studying and accepting samples of lymphoma,
osteosarcoma, hemangiosarcoma, melanoma, mast cell tumor, and bladder cancer. Dr Modiano and Breen
do work together in supporting one another’s research.
Do you have some time to volunteer for CHF? The work can be
done on a relaxed time table and is not a huge investment of
time. The Grants Committee’s job is to find quality research to
fund and present this to the CHF Board, but we are in need of a
secretary.
Collie Health Foundation Secretary of Grants Committee Duties:
1. Work directly with grants chairman (Nancy Kelso, D.V.M.)
2. Assist in communications of grants committee on yahoo groups and with the president of CHF:
 eg. voting on grants by the grants committee
3. Annual mailing of grants solicitations - which include an updated cover letter & grants application
4. Maintain copy of grants approved:
 Keeping track of dates when payments are due and communicating this to the CHF treasurer
 Keeping track of dates when grants should be completed or updates given (usually every 6 months)
5. Keeping latest on AKC Donor advisor fund and AKC grant updates
6. Tracking all grants and making sure they are posted to the website to update the schedule there
7. Assist Grants chairman on grants committee updates for the CHF newsletter
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