Summer 2008
Suggested Reading
by Marla Campbell
I recently came across a wonderful book - "Tricks of the Trade" by Past Hastings that is packed with great information for novice as well as veteran dogs owners. While the information was put together from years of judging, raising litters of puppies, training and showing it is extremely vaulable to the everyday dog owner. If you are planing and showing or breeding dogs I would definitely recommend that you read this book.
In addition, it is chock full of little tips such as a homemade formula to to remove outdoor odor build up, remedies for dogs with excessive gas, healings agents, etc. Below is the reciepe for Out order remover. I've tried this and it works pretty good. I even sprayed it on grass and plants with no problems:
Mix 1 quart water with 1 Cup Lemon0scented dish soap, 1 cup Lemon-scented Ammonia and 1 capful mint-flavored mouthwash. Pour mixture into a garden sprayer and spray away. It's vry sudsy but don't rinse. The mixture is totally safe to dogs and other species but will kill bugs.
Fund Raising
by Kathy Smith
Hello everyone
Summer’s is here and we are hot and heavy into the show season. The KSCI needs your support to be able to sponsor events. Check your Café press king Shepherd store. We now are sporting shortsleeve T-Shirts as well as spaghetti strap Ts for the Jrs. These items have a magnificent head shot of Hunter top KSCI winner of 2007. Next years items will showcase the top KSCI winner for 2008.
A quick reminder that KSCI items make great gifts for almost everyone on your list and it supports our club. So check out our site at: http://www.cafepress.com/kingshepherd
Thank you for your support.
All proceeds from fundraising events/items go directly back to the running of the KSCI.
The EPI (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) Research Fund has been established to help fund research [at Texas A&M Univeristy] aimed at identifying the EPI genetic marker(s) in dogs and developing a screening test. Such a test would help breeders identify carrier animals, so that responsible breeding decisions can be made. Please help raise money for *EPI RESEARCH* just by searching the Internet with GoodSearch.
Select *EPI RESEARCH FUND* as your charity
Kings in the Spotlight
A Part of our Past
Willow the Wisp of Woodtop
Ann and Peter Dobrzynski
Golden Oldies
GM ariCH Chateau de Chief's Northstar Kipling TDI
Ann and Peter Dobrzynski
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Recipe
Bad Breath Bannishers
2 cups brown rice flour
1 Tablespoon activated charcoal (find this at drugstores, not the briquets!)
3 Tablespoons canola oil
1 egg
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2/3 cup low fat milk
Preheat oven to 400F. Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Combine flour and charcoal. Add all the other ingredients.
Drop teaspoonfuls on oiled sheet, about 1 inch apart. Bake 15-20 minutes. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator.
Doggie Horoscopes
Capricorn (December 22 - January 20) Travel plans will be disrupted. The interference is based on weather conditions, lack of direction. You will arrive fine, but should have alternatives at hand. Take extra food and toys!
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Aquarius (January 21 - February 19) Reins of restriction lifted - you experience and are allowed greater freedom of action. Relationship is more serious than anticipated. Declare, "You are my pal!"
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Pisces (February 20 - March 20) Focus is on recent clash, but it was not your fault. All will be forgiven. Attention revolves home, family and brings you great happiness. Libra plays dynamic role.
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Aries (March 21 - April 20) Lucky No. 7 relates to things in your life. Neptune, planet of deception is in picture. Watch those around you carefully. You have many looking out for you. Pisces figures into scenario.
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Taurus (April 21 - May 21) Make this your week to play. Saturn blends with the Sun - what appears bright on surface could contain dark shadows. Let others care for you. Capricorn plays major role.
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Gemini (May 22 - June 21) You have ability to predict future and make it come true. New outlook necessary; learn sounds and habits of those around you and sniff out the truth! Aries plays role.
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Cancer (June 22 - July 23) Avoid being dominated by meanies. You do not deserve it. Fresh outlook necessary. You could be loved madly and they will show it. There is change, but it is good. Leo is in the picture.
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Leo (July 24 - August 23) Focus on direction, motivation, questions that concern your cooperative efforts. Family member states, "I am going to make my way in the world, and you are coming with me!"
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Virgo (August 24 - September 23) Your kind of week! Give full play to curiosity. Investigate and discover. Cycle high, circumstances move in your favor. Gemini says, "Let play!"
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Libra (September 24 - October 23) Roadblock can be transformed into positive response. Maybe even a hug! You will be enjoy the challenge. Scorpio individual becomes ally, voluntarily or otherwise. Stick together!
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Scorpio (October 24 - November 22) You are on right track, proceed accordingly. Those who ridicule are mainly envious, too bad for them. Spoken words become valuable lesson. Virgo plays role.
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Sagittarius (November 23 - December 21) Emphasize diplomacy; be friendly with Libra family member. Music will be part of scenario. Stick to rules but be willing to make changes. There is reward for this! . . . .
Please, if there is something missing that you feel is important, let the newsletter design team know. We are always looking for new ideas and volunteers to help.
Events
2008
September
- KSCI Fall Fest - September 20-21
December
- Holiday Party - December 13, 2008
Upcoming Shows
Please check out the following site for the most current calendars and information:
ARBA — www.arba.org
ARBA's mission is to promote and educate dog fancier's about rare breed dogs. Part of that mission is through conformation shows.
NCA [National Canine Association] — www.nationalcanine.com
There is a growing interest in the rare breeds being exhibited throughout the world in recent years. The NCA provides another venue for the rare breeds to compete for national titles.
Rarities/NAKC — www.raritiesinc.ca
Rarities is North America's fasting growing conformation dog club who believe in keeping the fun in dog shows, come out and experience it.
We will do our best to give advanced notice of all of our shows to allow more King Shepherds the opportunity to participate.
Treasurers Report
by Laura Pavelko
Summer Pet Care Tips
Many regions have been hit with sweltering temperatures this summer. Please remember to keep your pets cool & hydrated - they can suffer from heat stroke just like people can!
Never leave pets alone in the car, even for short periods of time. Temperatures can reach deadly levels within just a few minutes even if the windows are cracked open.
Carry cool water with you and regularly offer it to your pet. You can try freezing a container of water to bring with you. As the ice melts it will provide drinking water yet still stay cool.
Choose early mornings or late evenings for outdoor excursions with your pet. It's cooler at these times of the day.
Be aware that hot sand or hot asphalt can burn your pet's paws. Choose cooler, grassy areas instead.
Make sure your pet always has access to shade and plenty of drinking water. You can "make your own shade" with an umbrella or with a tarp.
HOW TO CHOOSE A BOARDING FACILITY
Although many people travel with their pets, there are times when it may not be possible or appropriate to take your pets with you. Some people leave their pets with friends and family, however, not everyone has the experience or the time to properly care for a pet.
A good boarding facility can provide ...(Click here to read the rest of the article)
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Mystery King
King Shepherd Health
Every breed, including the King Shepherd has certain inherent health issues that need to be monitored by responsible breeders and organizations.
Being a large breed, our primary focus of concern had been hips. The preferred method of hip testing is PennHip with OFA being secondary.
Recently, EPI (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) has reared its ugly head in some King Shepherd lines. So far six cases have been documented in the last 8 months. These are reported cases, and may only be the tip of the iceberg as far as KS health problems go. Until diagnosed the EPI dog is starving to death because their pancreas atrophies to 10% of it's original size and loses the ability to produce digestive enzymes that are vital for survival.
Research has shown that you need 2 carriers or dogs (sire/dam) with EPI to produce an EPI dog. On average with parents that are carriers, 25% of the litter will be carriers and 25% will eventually be diagnosed with EPI. Texas A&M is working on finding a marker in German Shepherds. Once successful they will be able to identify the markers in other breeds.
Dogs who are part of the EPI lines need to have a cTLI test. The important thing to remember is that EPI can show up at any time. Doing one EPI test does not mean that your dog will never have EPI. Case in Point: Our Gabrielle was tested in September of 2007 (because her littermate was diagnosed) and her level was normal. When she became symptomatic she was tested in April of 2008 and her level has <.1 and diagnosed with EPI.
There have been a small amount of eye issues and heart disease found over the 12 years the King Shepherd has been in existence in its current incarnation as well as some cases of Mega E, Monochrodism, Shyness/Aggression, Hyperthyroidism, etc.
The best way to monitor all King Shepherd health issues is through a database and to help reduce these dieses in future generations of Kings. The KSCI is thrilled to announce the creation of an interactive health database. We need "YOU" to help us fill in the blanks with health information specific to your dog(s), be it good or bad.
Due to a dedicated group of concerned people, the KSCI has created an online health survey/database that will give all of us the ability to track the health of the King Shepherd. This survey is available to all to enter information including those with related breeds such as the Shiloh and GSD. Because this information is vital to all information will be shared in upcoming reports. We would also like all to promote this site on their website or share the link in emails to everyone you know that has any of these breeds.
In closing, I ask you to please participate in the survey. The KSCI is about your King Shepherd and you. The more information we have the better choices we can make for the future of the King Shepherd.
Peter
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Health Links
Below are several excellent links to sites that have information on Canine Diseases
Freyia and pups
