We still need volunteers for the CCC UKC Conformation Shows and Rally Trials this coming weekend! Crossroads rents workers along with the building! Please volunteer and get some hours out of the way for the year! This is a huge show that brings in good money. It can’t happen if we don’t get volunteers !https://gcdoc.com/volunteers-needed/?sheet_id=12
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Current News for Members
Eastway Boys Christmas 2023
Happy Holidays!!
It’s that time year again Gem City Dog Club will be providing a little Christmas cheer for the Eastway Boys Group Home next to Gem City’s Dog Club Building on Northcutt. Each year we try to provide some Christmas gifts or a large gift that all the boys can enjoy throughout the year. We will be accepting donations made out to Gem City Dog Obedience Club. Last year we were able to purchase 2 table top gaming systems and 25 board games and puzzles. Carole Lenehan, Mary Beam & Terri Hendrix will be organizing this endeavor.
Please contact Terri Hendrix at acdog2@yahoo.com with your donation amount so we know what to budget for this year. Thank you.
Volunteer Opportunity
We still have lots of openings to work at the CCC UKC Conformation Shows November 11 and 12. This is a big show and to make it happen, we need helpers! The hours count for next year so get a head start! Don’t wait for the last minute! You’ll get to see rare breeds and beautiful examples of the more common ones! We always have a lot of fun!
You do not need experience! The judges will tell you exactly what they need you to do!
Volunteers Needed! – Gem City Dog Obedience Club (gcdoc.com)
Annual Meeting
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.
Dues
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!
November CGC Volunteers Needed – Double hours!
It is that time again for CGC Evalutors and CGC Helpers to sign up to help the Advanced Beginner class with thier CGC testing. Please check the Volunteer Oppunities page to sign up. You will earn double volunteer hours and this is an easy way to get them. If you have any questions you can contact Rachel Corbett at louie.and.ruth@gmail.com.
CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER!!
The dates and times are as follows:
Monday, November 13, at 4:30pm
Tuesday, November 14th at 6 :45 pm
Thursday, November 16th at 9:15 am
Thanks!
Rachel
Volunteers needed – Freestyle Halloween Weekend 2023!
Our dancing dogs need your help!! A list of volunteer opportunities are available on our website for October 28-29th!
Membership Dues
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!
Earth Dog Volunteers Needed – Oct 7-8th
We are looking for a few volunteers for the Earthdog Trials on October 7 and 8th. Some walking on uneven ground and standing is involved. Other than that, the work isn’t strenuous. No prior Earthdog experience is required. You will do a variety of tasks, such as opening and closing a gate, managing a line of competitors, being a helper for the judge, etc. You also don’t have to have a dog in Earthdog to volunteer for Earthdog.
Saturday 9 to 1:30 need 3 volunteers
Saturday 1:30 to 6 need 3 volunteers
Sunday 9 to 1:30 need 3 volunteers
Sunday 1:30 to 6 need 3 volunteers
Thanks!
Rachel
Canine Respiratory Infectious Disease Awareness
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.