Author: Angela Profitt

The Gem City Dog Club annual membership meeting will be held Friday November

3rd at 7:00 PM.

The meeting will be preceded by a pot luck/carry-in dinner, starting at 6:00

PM.  Water provided by the club.  Bring your favorite dish to share with

your fellow club members.

During the meeting members will elect the board for 2024.  The ballot is

listed below.  Nominations from the floor are not accepted at the meeting.

Everyone on the slate is running unopposed, however a quorum is needed to

hold the election.

President Angela Profitt

Vice President Steve Hart

Secretary Donna Jennings

Treasurer Kathy Roberts

Membership Tami Woodrow

Registrar Maggie Melton

Member at Large (two year term) John Clifford

Member at Large (two year term) Michelle Collett

In addition to those listed above Barb Siler and Alicia Heidorn are on the

board, as they were elected for a two year term and have only served one

year.

The hours and dues amount for each member has been populated in your website member’s profile. To access your profile please log onto GCDOC.com.

1. Go to the Members Page

2. Scroll down the screen and Click on the button “Profile /Password Change”. This button is on the left side of the screen.

3. I you wish to use PayPal email me at tbrown2126@aol.com and I will send out an invoice. If you wish to send a check for your dues make it Payable to GCDOC and send it to Tami Woodrow, 4921 Pacemont Ave, Dayton, Oh 45415.

Dues are due by October 31, 2022.

If your dues amount says “Not elig” instead of a dues dollar amount that means you have not worked the 20 hours required to renew your membership. If you wish, you may become an associate member for $15 and when you are able to work the required minimum hours you will be able to reinstate to full membership.

When you pay your dues remember to sign the GCDOC waiver form!!

Even if you a Lifetime Member or don’t pay Dues (dues amount is 0.00) You must sign the 2024 waiver on your profile page. All signed waivers are automatically emailed to me!

Attention All Gem City Dog Obedience Club Members:

The hours and dues amount for each member has been populated in your website member’s profile. To access your profile please log onto GCDOC.com.

1. Go to the Members Page

2. Scroll down the screen and Click on the button “Profile /Password Change”. This button is on the left side of the screen.

3. I you wish to use PayPal email me at tbrown2126@aol.com and I will send out an invoice. If you wish to send a check for your dues make it Payable to GCDOC and send it to Tami Woodrow, 4921 Pacemont Ave, Dayton, Oh 45415.

Dues are due by October 31, 2022.

If your dues amount says “Not elig” instead of a dues dollar amount that means you have not worked the 20 hours required to renew your membership. If you wish, you may become an associate member for $15 and when you are able to work the required minimum hours you will be able to reinstate to full membership.

When you pay your dues remember to sign the GCDOC waiver form!!

Even if you a Lifetime Member or don’t pay Dues (dues amount is 0.00) You must sign the 2024 waiver on your profile page. All signed waivers are automatically emailed to me!

Statement from AKC:

Canine Respiratory Infectious Disease Awareness

We are aware of the reports of Canine Respiratory Infectious Disease that caused some dogs at recent events to fall ill. While the cause is yet to be identified, some public information has indicated that the infection is viral in nature. Symptoms include coughing, sneezing, nasal and/or eye discharge, and lethargy.

The health and safety of dogs at AKC events is the responsibility of each and every exhibitor. Exhibitors are responsible for monitoring the health of their dogs and should be mindful to keep any dog that has been exposed to sick dogs or that is exhibiting symptoms of illness at home.

Pursuant to AKC rules, “No dog with a communicable disease shall be on the show grounds or premises. Exhibitors should follow their veterinarian’s recommendations to ensure that their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, any communicable disease, and have appropriate vaccinations.”

It is important to be mindful and exercise caution to protect against Canine Respiratory Infectious Disease. Below are some tips to assist you.
The best protection is vaccination. Dogs should up to date on all core vaccines as well as Bordetella and bivalent influenza
Isolate sick animals and keep them isolated for up to 30 days after symptoms subside.
Practice good sanitation. Use a bleach and water mixture diluted to 1-part bleach x 30 parts water to disinfect common areas such as tables, bowls, leashes, crates, etc. Allow items to thoroughly air dry for a minimum of 10 minutes before exposing dogs to them.
Wash your hands frequently, ideally between handling different dogs. At the very minimum, hand sanitizer should be used between handling dogs.

Please remember that there are coyotes along with other wildlife out at the land. Always try to go with other members. The more people are there, the less likely they will come around. Always use caution and check your surroundings before allowing your dogs to run the whole area. Unfortunately, the best ways to trap them are going to be very appealing to our dogs too.

We are still looking for some volunteers to help with the Crossroads UKC Conformation Shows and Rally Trials this weekend!

You may be asking yourself why we are looking for volunteers for another club’s event. When Crossroads rents our building, they also rent our members! You will get hours towards your required Gem City hours for membership!

Why should you help? Firstly, it’s fun! You get to see all types of beautiful and uncommon breeds! Did you know that we had a Bedlington Terrier at our November shows? Such a cool breed to see in person! Secondly, this is a big show! Having these big shows helps Crossroads be able to hold the smaller shows that you enjoy!

Do you need to know anything about conformation? Nope! The judges will give you instructions on exactly what they need you to do. Or you can be in charge of helping us set up lunch or other duties around the building that day.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Angela at akp511@aol.com. Thank you!

Please note that the doors marked “exit only” are to remain locked at all times! This is for the safety of you and your dogs. Do not unlock them!

Please be sure to check them if you are the last out at the end of your training session. Thank you!

We are looking for some volunteers to work at the upcoming shows on July 8-9. Your hours worked will count towards Gem City hours. You will be working in air conditioning. Please contact Angela at akp511@aol.com to sign up!

It is with a heavy heart that we announce on behalf of the Huehn family that Ashley Huehn has passed away. We ask that at this time, everyone give the family time to process this tragedy and adjust to life without such an amazing person. We will update you with more information as it becomes available. 

Crossroads Canine Club will be holding UKC Obedience and Rally Trials March 25th and 26th, 2023. These are pre-entry only and entries close on 3/17/22. Entries postmarked by 3/17/23 will also be accepted.

We will need 4 stewards per day for Rally and 3 stewards per day for Obedience. Please email me at tbrown2126@aol.com if you are able to steward for these trials.

Tami Woodrow