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August Event
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President’s Note
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Upcoming Events/
New Members
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Member Spotlight
4-5
Brags &
Announcements
6
Club Member
Photos
7
Rainbow Bridge
8
Newfie Swim
Photos
9
Bottle Drive
10
Basket Raffle
Tickets
11
Poor Little
Rich Dog
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Hero Application
14
Recipe
15
Conformation
Results
16
Adirondack Chair
Raffle Ticket
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The Adirondack Circuit Dog Show
"THE AUGUST PLACE TO BE"
Five Days of Shows, Aug 6-10, 2014
Ballston Spa Fairgrounds
Newfs are on approximately 10 AM each morning
Saratoga (N.Y.) Kennel Club - August 6
Glens Falls Kennel Club - August 7
Mohawk Valley Kennel Club - August 8
Southern Adirondack Kennel Club - August 9
Bennington County Kennel Club - August 10
N
orthland supported entry is Saturday, August 9th
and we will be hosting a luncheon for exhibitors,
club members and fellow Newfie fanciers on
Saturday. Donations of salads and desserts for the luncheon
are greatly appreciated. The shows start on Wednesday
August 6th and run through Sunday August, 10th with each
day being a new show.
Details will be emailed as soon as judging times are assigned.
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President’s Notes
Where has the summer gone?? Here we are looking at the end of July and the
Ballston Spa shows are next week!!!! Before we know it, we will be thinking about the
Strolls and the Christmas Parade!!!
Anyway, a few NNC members took advantage of the summer warmth and practiced
their water rescue skills at the July 27th fun swim at Carolyn and Walt Kuhn’s lovely
home. See the pictures of Philo and Flounder getting ready for their water tests in a
few weeks. Many thanks to Carolyn and Walt for sharing their lovely home and pond
and Walt’s grilling skills! There was a short meeting of the Board and also the Rescue
Committee discussed and updated the Rescue guidelines.
Mary Lou Cuddy
President
As mentioned earlier, the Adirondack Circuit dog shows will be held at the Ballston Spa Fairgrounds August
6th-10th. There are anywhere from 23-31 Newfoundlands entered each day. Watch NNC’s Facebook page for
times which will be announced any day now. Saturday’s show will be a supported entry and we will host our
usually luncheon afterwards. The club will supply sub sandwiches and donations of munchies, salads and
desserts would be appreciated. The luncheon will be held under the grooming pavilion at Mary Lou’s setup. Come and cheer for NNC members and their Newfs!!!!!
Check out the cool raffles elsewhere in this newsletter. The amazing gift basket, which continues to grow
with donations from club members, will benefit the 2015 National Specialty Draft Test that NNC is hosting
and the hand-painted Adirondack chair by Cindy Stadelmeyer will benefit rescue. Buy early and buy a lot!
Enjoy the rest of the “dog days” of summer! Keep cool and hug you Newf!
Mary Lou
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Schedule of Events
August 2014
WEATHER PERMITTING
EVERY TUESDAY
Hussey Home (Ballston Spa)
6:30 pm Drafting Classes
EVERY WEDNESDAY
Cuddy Home (Ballston Spa)
6:30 pm Rally
7:00 pm Obedience
EVERY SATURDAY
Hussey Home (Ballston Spa)
8:00 am Tracking
9:00 am Obedience
For more information contact
Mary Lou Cuddy at
bearscmp@nycap.rr.com
or
Jim Hussey at
cloud9newfs@hotmail.com
FREE RALLY, OBEDIENCE,
TRACKING & DRAFT
CLASSES AVAILABLE TO
CLUB MEMBERS
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Tue
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Wed
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Thu
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Fri
Sat
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NNC Luncheon
at Ballston Spa
Fairground
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Welcome New Members
New Members
Membership Application Received:
Denise & Henry Batko (Family)
559 Pinewoods Ave
Troy, NY 12180
518/698-2108 (Denise)
518/526-4307 (Henry)
dbatko@nycap.rr.com
Upcoming Events
Sept 7
Draft Workshop—Jim Hussey Residence, Ballston Spa, NY (Board meeting to precede)
Sept 28
Northland’s Regional Specialty - Romulus, NY
October 19
Dr. Sedeca’s Heart Presentation followed by Halloween Party at Laura Davidson’s home in
Stillwater, NY
Nov 22
Schenectady Christmas Parade
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Member Spotlight—Denise Batko
Our next members are Denise Rogers Batko and husband Henry who are lucky to have three wonderful Newfs
including a new puppy named Bubba. I love the description of Bubba tipping the water bowl to get a drink. So typical
of a laid back Newf!
WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO SHARE YOUR LIFE WITH THIS WONDERFUL BREED?
I met my first Newfie at Helen Mancuso’s Kennels when I was returning to Ireland to get married. At the time I had two
Pyrenees Mountain Dogs and I wanted a Kennel that could house the two of them together. While I have had Pyrs all
of my life, I fell in love with these gentle giants the first time I saw them.
HOW LONG AGO DID YOU GET YOUR FIRST NEWF?
So 12+ years after meeting Helen and after my Pyrs passed, I decided to look at a Newfie. We
went to visit Helen and the puppies she had at the time and discuss a
future pup. While visiting with Helen and her crew we met Cricket.
Cricket was 2 at the time and Helen was looking for a good home for
her. My husband, Henry said the magic words, we can take Cricket
AND get a pup. I was sold!!! Cricket joined us in 2004 and was one of
the best dogs ever. About a half year later we brought home our
goofy newfie Rufus and the two of them were with one another for 8
years. Unfortunately, Cricket passed this year on March 17th (we miss
RUFUS
her so much)!!! We also unfortunately lost Rufus in July 2013. They
were both great dogs and we miss them both so much.
CRICKET
WHAT ARE THE NAMES AND AGES OF THE CURRENT NEWF(S) YOU OWN?
Journey is the oldest girl in the house. She is 8 years old. Maxie is 17 months and full of energy. And we just got a new
addition two weeks ago. He is 12 weeks old and his name is Bubba!!!
JOURNEY & MAXIE
MAXIE AFTER
DIGGING
OUR NEWEST
MEMBER BUBBA
“AKA LITTLE MAN”
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Member Spotlight—Denise Batko
WHAT IS THE FUNNIEST THINGS YOUR NEWFS HAVE EVER DONE?
Maxie likes to bring you things when you get home. She runs through the house trying to find something, anything,
she once tried to drag my suitcase out of the room to bring to me. Cute!! The new guy Bubba, sleeps beside his water
dish and when he’s thirsty he lifts his head up and leans on the dish so it goes sideways so his tongue can reach the
water. Journey while not funny likes to stand on your feet when she is being pet. She weighs a ton!!!
WHAT’S THE FAVORITE THING TO DO WITH YOUR DOG(S)?
I love going to events such as the Victorian Stroll or Saratoga and showing them off. People always stop us and want to
know what they are, pet them and sometimes want to take them home. I love how they react to people and how they
love everyone. I never have to fear that they will snap at someone, drown them in drool yes, cover them in hair most
definitely, but it is true for a Newf, love me love my drool!!!!
WHAT HAS SURPRISED YOU THE MOST ABOUT OWNING A NEWF?
How much they enjoy being with us. I move from room to room in the house and they all want to be there with me.
As I sit here answering these questions they are all sitting around me waiting for me to move. They are a great
companion and I couldn’t even imagine life without them.
JOURNEY JUST BACK
FROM THE DAY SPA
MAXIE WAITING ON HER
DADDY TO GET HOME
***HAVE YOU SUBMITTED YOUR ANSWERS FOR MEMBER SPOTLIGHT?
PLEASE SEND ME SOME MORE RESPONSES WITH PICTURES
SO WE CAN KEEP THIS PART OF THE NEWSLETTER GOING.
SEND TO: ALICIAQ@NYCAP.RR.COM
THANK YOU!
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Announcements, Brags & Accomplishments
HAPPY NEWFIE BIRTHDAY
August 4, 2010
August 4, 2010
August 4, 2010
Marina Berlanti
Duncan Moll
Keira Smith
August 13, 2006 Tess Cohen
August 20, 2009 Panda Cornell
August 24, 2005 Emma Smith
August 5, 2002 Scarlet Cornell
August 8, 2006 Emma Burlarley
August 11, 2004 Riggs Cornell
Jane Thibault (Nashua-Auke Newfoundlands) passed away July 15, 2014. Jane’s influence in the
world of pure-bred dogs, especially Newfoundlands, is immeasurable. Jane was a charter
member of the Newfoundland Club of New England. While her dogs excelled in the
conformation ring, they also possessed great working instincts and many of her dogs obtained
VN titles. Jane opened her property and pond to anyone who wanted to work their dogs. Her’s
is a legacy that will be long remembered. Donations made be made to Ashford Volunteer Fire
Dept., PO Box 1, Ashford, Charitable Trust 06278 or the Newfoundland Club of New England
Charitable Fund, Elle Katz Fund, c/o Lori Bryant, 40 Durham St, Nashua NH 03063.
The club recently stopped by the Arvin Hart Fire
House to give them a donation of $240 which was
collected from club members who use their
firehouse all winter long for obedience training.
THANK YOU ARVIN HART!
SEND YOUR BRAGS, PHOTOS
AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
TO CFREIBE@YAHOO.COM
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FACEBOOK PAGE
Club members will be invited
to join the “Members Only”
Facebook page where they
can easily find information
relating to upcoming club
events, the newsletter and
much, much more.
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Club Member Photos
Alicia, Rocky & Raven
The 4th of July tradition continues
Chloe & Daddy chilling out in the park
at the North End in Boston, MA
Terri Rancatti
Clancy at the Green Mountain Dog Club
Show in Tunbridge, VT...Lori Eldridge
Chloe trying to score a cannoli outside of
Mike’s Pastry in Boston, MA
Terri Rancatti
Chloe & Mommy on top of
Mount Cardigan, NH
Terri Rancatti
Here’s Gracie.
Intent on her glove...Mary Nicotera
Send your photos to
cfreibe@yahoo.com
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Rainbow Bridge
VN CH OUR ROWDY BEARSCAMP FRIEND, CD, DD, WRD, CGC, TDI (ROWDY)
October 13, 2003—July 15, 2014
Our hearts are breaking. "Rowdy" aka VN CH Our Rowdy Bearscamp Friend, CD, DD,
WRD, CGC passed away on Tuesday at the age of 10.5 years. He was the most
special Newfoundland I have ever known. Many of you are familiar with Rowdy's
work at school as he was incorporated into almost every facet of the school day
every day. His owner, Ralph Holzhauer and Rowdy retired from teaching this past
spring.
Thank you, Ralph, for helping Rowdy to develop and use his special talents. I know
how much I will miss him, I can't fathom the hole that he leaves in your heart. Rest
in peace, Rowdy-man. You were a great dog.......Mary Lou Cuddy
The members of the Tuesday night Draft class have collected and donated $50 to NNC Rescue in memory of Rowdy.
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Newfie Swim
A huge THANK YOU to Carolyn and Walt Kuhn for hosting the Newfie Swim on 7/27/14. Although the weather started off rocky it
turned out to be a beautiful day. Dave & Amy Supko showed us the water work exercises they have been doing with Flounder and
Philo as they get ready to take their water tests in the upcoming months. Great job you guys and good luck at the water test!
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ALEX THE
GREAT
BOTTLE DRIVE
ALEX
Drop off all those unwanted CLEAN cans
and bottles at Mary Lou Cuddy’s house
in Ballston Spa, NY on Oma delivery
dates or obedience class.
Not close by, no problem.
Redeem your bottles and send your check to
Helen Mancuso-227 Roaser Road–Sand Lake, NY 12153
There is a drug bank that accepts medications that are not being used
or that have had their usage discontinued. These medications can be sent to:
Penny de la Rocha
44 Van Voast Lane
Scotia, NY 12302
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This beautiful basket of goodies was put together by several club member donations and will benefit the club’s sponsorship of the
2015 NCA Draft Test. You can purchase ticket(s) at any upcoming club event or just send in your money and completed ticket
below to Kathy Cohen, 1483 Margaretville Mt. Rd., Margaretville, NY 12455 or Carolyn Kuhn, PO Box 88, Staatsburg, NY 12580
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THE FOLLOWING ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY LAURA DAVIDSON FOR INCLUSION
IN THIS MONTH’S NEWSLETTER.
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Hero Dog Application Received from Poppy S. Grandin
FROM: Poppy S. Grandin
TO:
RE:
Whom It May Concern:
Application for Newfoundland Everyday Hero (ine) Dog
It has come to my attention that Newfoundland Hero Dog titles are generally bestowed based
on one act of heroism. While these single acts are laudable, I believe that acts of heroism
happen every single day and just go unrecognized.
With this thought in mind, I would like to nominate myself-Poppy Seed Grandin-as an Everyday Newfoundland Hero(ine) Dog.
I am a noble Newfoundland and my responsibility within my family household is to safeguard the health and wellbeing of my
human and all the critters that live here. (And also to look good while doing it.)
I sleep next to my mom’s bed in case she happens to roll off so I can break her fall. It actually happened a couple of weeks ago and I
am a lot flatter than I used to be. I am hoping that someday my ribs will spring back into place.
When we take our morning walk with my other canine colleagues- Phinneas, Jerry Lee and Ripley- I place myself directly in front of
Mom. This way I can adjust her speed so she does not go too fast or too slow. It also gives me excellent opportunity to watch out
for dangerous wildlife like rabbits, squirrels, or even demented deer who might charge into her path and cause harm. One day
Phinneas was overzealous and actually tripped Mom while in pursuit of a rascally rabbit. There she was-sprawled on the ground and
totally vulnerable. I immediately straddled her body in case the rabbit should return with evil intentions. She struggled and tried to
stand up but I stood firmly in place.
The kitchen offers multiple opportunities to be helpful and heroic. When Mom works at the counter or the stove, I always position
myself directly in front. Even though I am putting my body in jeopardy, the benefits are worth it. As Mom straddles and sidesteps
my body parts, it improves balance, flexibility and agility. I can even make it more advanced by shifting position or, if I think she is
ready, standing up. If she falls, she will land on me so no harm done.
Sometimes, during the preparation of meals, Mom handles dangerous substances like chocolate chips. If a chip falls to the floor, I
throw my body on top of it. Once I determine its exact location, I quickly eat it. I know it is poison but it is better to put myself at
risk than to endanger one of the Chihuahuas who move at lightning speed. They repay me(sometimes) by licking my nose and
dancing on my head. Other times they are less grateful and leap snarling at my face when I check on Mom as she sleeps. I just
think, a pierced nose is a small price to pay when you can assure yourself that your Mom is still breathing.
The Chihuahuas are a constant inspiration for heroism. When they go outside, I accompany them and watch for hawks. I have no
idea why a hawk would want a pet Chihuahua and goodness knows, we have plenty to share. One day, I sensed a potential
perpetrator lurking in the woods. I barked to warn Mom and to strike fear into the heart of the perp. Then I gracefully soared over
the 5’ fence and the coward ran away. Mom was upset that I put myself at risk but that is what I do. I am Poppy, Warrior Princess.
Sometimes Mom and I go to a big house with a lot of ladies and men. I let them hug me and kiss my lips, even when they mess up
my favorite pink and white candy striped bow. They always offer me delicious treats like Fig Newtons which I am not allowed to
take. However, no one ever said being a hero was easy.
Thank you for taking the time to review my credentials.
I hope this is enough information to obtain an application for Newfoundland Hero(ine) Dog of the Year. Just let me know if you
need anything more. I live to serve.
Very Truly Yours,
Poppy S . Grandin
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Club Member Recipe (Shared by Helen Mancuso)
FRESH STRAWBERRY PIE WITH PECAN CRUST
Crust:
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup plus 1 Tbsp. flour
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
Strawberry Glaze:
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 (3 oz.) package strawberry gelatin
1 qt. fresh whole berries, hulled cleaned and dried
For the crust, mix the butter, brown sugar, flour and pecans with a pastry blender or food processor (I used a
spoon). Pat into a 9 inch pie plate. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes. Cool.
For the glaze, combine the water, sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook, stirring until mixture becomes
translucent and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and add gelatin. Cool 5 minutes. Fill the crust with the
whole strawberries, (bottom up). Pour the glaze over the berries and chill for 4 hours.
Serve with whipped cream.
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Club members Helen Mancuso & Mary Lou Cuddy shared the following confirmation results.
CONGRATULATIONS OWNERS & NEWFS!
Wednesday, 7/2/14
Holyoke
Kennel Club
Thursday, 7/3/14
Naugatuck Valley
Kennel Club
Winners Bitch
Best of Winners
Thursday, 7/10/14
Woodstock
Dog Club
Friday, 7/11/14
Woodstock
Dog Club
Saturday, 7/12/14
Green Mountain
Dog Club
ThreePonds Devil In A Blue
Dress (Elvira)
Owners: Niki Hardin &
Helen Mancuso
AOC 1st
AOC 1st
Reserve Winners Bitch
AOC 1st
Winners Bitch
(3 pt. major)
Bearscamp’s Chateau De
Bonaguil (Clancy)
Owners: Lori Eldridge &
Mary Lou Cuddy
1st Open, Black Dog
Reserve Winners Dog
1st Open, Black Dog
1st Open, Black Dog
Reserve Winners Dog
1st Open, Black Dog
Reserve Winners
Dog
Bearscamp’s White Out
(Piper)
Owners: Jim Pospisil &
Mary Lou Cuddy
1st Puppy Bitch 6-9
1st Puppy Bitch 6-9
Best Puppy
Working Puppy Group IV
1st Puppy Bitch 6-9
1st Puppy Bitch 6-9
Glengarry’s Chocolate
Tootsie Roll Pop (Tootsie)
Owners: Kathryn &
Daniel Cohen
2nd BBE
2nd BBE
2nd BBE
2nd BBE
Chekrdflags Danica of
Bearscamp (Danica)
Owners: Mary Lou &
Bill Cuddy
2nd Open Bitch,
Any Other Color
2nd Open Bitch,
Any Other Color
2nd Open Bitch,
Any Other Color
1st Open Bitch,
Any Other Color
Reserve Winners
Bitch
Friday, 7/18/14
Putnam Valley
Kennel Club
Saturday, 7/19/14
Putnam Valley
Kennel club
Best of Opposite
Best of Opposite
SPRINGFIELD, MA
ThreePonds Devil In A Blue
Dress (Elvira)
Owners: Niki Hardin &
Helen Mancuso
TUNBRIDGE, VT
STORMVILLE, NY
ThreePonds Devil In A Blue
Dress (Elvira)
Owners: Niki Hardin &
Helen Mancuso
ONE POINT TO GO
TO FINISH HER
CHAMPIONSHIP!!!
Sunday, 7/13/14
Green Mountain
Dog Club
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Want to win this beautiful Adirondack Chair hand painted by Cindy Stadelmeyer? You can purchase a ticket(s) at any upcoming
club event or just send in your money and completed ticket below to Laura Davidson, 763 Rte. 32, Stillwater, NY 12170
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2013-2014 Officers and Committee Chairpersons
Mary Lou Cuddy
President/Newsletter Co-Editor
1155 Raymond Rd.
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
518/885-5030
bearscmp@nycap.rr.com
Starr Willetts
Vice President/Rescue Co-Chair
1115 8th Ave.
Watervliet, NY 12189
518/233-1222
winterwindnewf@nycap.rr.com
Helen Mancuso
Treasurer/Rescue Co-Chair
227 Roaser Rd.
Sand Lake, NY 12153
518/674-3393
boradailenewfs@dishmail.net
Laura Davidson
Recording Secretary
763 Rte. 32
Stillwater, NY 12170
518/428-3558
bearlodge6@aol.com
Kathy Cohen
Corresponding Secretary
1483 Margaretville Mt. Rd.
Margaretville, NY 12455
845/586-4709
dknewf@catskill.net
Lori Eldridge
Member-at-Large
800 Arnold St. Lot 34
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
518/885-1974
kittygirlsmom2001@yahoo.com
Jim Pospisil
Member-at-Large
24 Flike Rd.
Stillwater, NY 12170
518/664-6758
jpospisi@nycap.rr.com
Charlene Freiberger
Newsletter Co-Editor
33 River Crest Rd.
Gansevoort, NY 12831
518-338-3138
cfreibe@yahoo.com
The contents of this newsletter are the opinion of the author/editor and not those of the Newfoundland Club of America nor the Northland
Newfoundland Club. All members are urged to consult with a veterinarian on any and all medical/health information.
Northland Newfoundland Club is a recognized regional club of the Newfoundland Club of America. Would you like to join the NCA? If so,
contact Mary Lou Cuddy, 1155 Raymond Rd., Ballston Spa, NY 12020 or email membership@newfdogclub.org
If you have any questions about raising your new puppy, we suggest that you contact your breeder. If that assistance is not available, please feel
free to contact any board member for advice.
The NNC Board highly recommends that all NNC members take their Newfs to obedience classes; not let their dogs rush into another dog’s
space and keep their Newf(s) close to them while at NNC events. While Newfoundland's have wonderful temperaments, they are still dogs first,
and all members need to use caution when dogs are meeting/mingling in a small area. Dogs should be trained to walk and sit quietly with their
owners when in public. It does not look good to the public to see large dogs lunging and pulling their owners. We have a special breed, let’s
present our well-trained beautiful dogs in the best light possible.