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The Chatter Boxer March 2010 Volume 7, Issue 2

Inside This Issue:

This month’s Events

St. Louis Shows..……………..5-7

Detroit K. C…………………….6-7

Franklin, TN Shows.………..11-14

Daylight Savings Time Begins..14

St. Patrick’s Day……...……..….17

Louisville Shows…..………..17-21

Vernal Equinox..…….…...…….20

Palm Sunday………...…..…….28

Passover Begins……………....29

Full Moon……………………….30

Training The Show Puppy By Catherine McMillan

Training the show potential Mini Schnauzer puppy is best begun in his first few weeks of

age. Most breeders start within days, handling the puppies, encouraging them to their

feet and into a "stack", working on a non-slip surface with gentle grooming and posing.

Socialization is critical. A kitchen or family room is the ideal spot for a play pen. Exposure

to daily noise and activity is half the job done, and ensures that youngsters are available

to be played with whenever there's a spare moment.

I don't do any leash work with very young puppies. However, we do begin with short

"duckling parades" on a quiet sidewalk. (Maximum four at a time - you might need to

scramble to catch them!) They learn to follow my voice and movements while affording

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Board Minutes 2

Meeting Minutes 3

Dec. Treasurer Rpt. 4-7

Show Training 8-9

New Member App. 10

ARVC Update 11-13

Warning 13

Right to Breed 14-16

Fur Babies are Here! 17

Prayers Needed 18

Sad News 19

Birthdays 20

Show Wins 21

Officers/Meeting Sched 22

The Chatter Boxer—March 2010

Board Meeting Minutes—January 17, 2010

Call to Order – The meeting was called to order at 11:42 am at Mary Lou Bumpus’s home by President Jennifer Walker.

Officer Roll Call – Present: Jennifer Walker, Sue Stevens-Schultz, Karol Cline, Ginger Johnson, Mary Lou Bumpus, Linda Zehfuss. Absent: Charlie Beauchamp, Joanna Dorfman, Tasha Ebersole.

Audit of Books – The Board formed a committee to audit the books. The committee consisted of: Karol Cline, Sue Stevens-Schultz and Linda Zehfuss. The committee found the books in order and everything in good shape.

New Officers – Mary Lou Bumpus handed off all Treasurer’s information to Karol Cline (check book, membership information, etc.).

Jennifer Walker handed off all Secretary’s information to Sue Stevens-Schultz (MBC electronic forms, ABC information, etc.).

ABC Business – Nominations for ABC Good Sportsmanship Award close on February 1, 2010. Ginger Johnson made a

motion to nominate Earl Overstreet—EWO Boxers. Motion carried.

MBC Business – Detroit K. C. catalog advertising dead line is January 20, 2010. Ginger Johnson made a motion to buy a 2-page ad for MBC, the same as last year. Motion carried.

Adjourn — The meeting was closed at 12:21 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Sue Stevens-Schultz


Meeting Minutes—February 2, 2010

Call to Order – President Jennifer Walker called the meeting to order at 7:45 pm at The Family Buggy Restaurant.

Officer Roll Call – Present: Jennifer Walker, Charlie Beauchamp, Sue Stevens-Schultz, Karol Cline, Mary Lou Bumpus, Joanna Dorfman, Tasha Ebersole, Ginger Johnson, Linda Zehfuss. Absent:

Minutes – The December 2009 minutes were published in the Chatter Boxer. The minutes were amended to include Linda Zehfuss as attending the Dec. meeting. A motion was made by Ginger Johnson to accept the amended minutes. Motion carried.

President’s Report – Jennifer Walker updated the members on the Board Meeting of 1-17-2010. Ginger Johnson made a motion to ratify the actions taken by the Board at the meeting on 1-17-2010. Motion carried.

Secretary’s Report – Sue Stevens-Schultz read various communications and made them available to the membership.

Treasurer’s Report – Mary Lou Bumpus reviewed the December Treasurer’s Report. Dave Stark made a motion to accept the December Treasurer’s Report as read. Motion carried. Karol Cline reported that she has the books changed over into her name. She has a new debit card in her name. And she has set up an automatic transfer of $10 per month from the checking account into the money market account to avoid monthly service charges. Karol also reported that Marianne Belzer, Genine DeMaso and Helen Rose did not renew their memberships.

Membership Report – Diane Beauchamp reports there were 14 members and 1 guest present.

Advertising Report — Ginger Johnson reports that we could advertise our ―Walk for Breath‖ fundraiser on Facebook, on

Speedway Gas TV and that the News Harold would do an article.

Goodwill Report – Ginger Johnson reports that a very beautiful arrangement was sent for Dick Johnson.

Trophy Report – Joanna Dorfman reports that the trophies are all set for both the Spring and Fall Shows.

Show Report – Sue Stevens-Schultz made a motion that the luncheon would continue as it has been, that the club would

buy the meat and everyone would bring a dish to pass. Motion carried.

Education Report – Barry Wyerman reports that he is setting up a Therapy Program and that we will have a ―CPR &

Mouth to Snout‖ Program at our May meeting.

Election of New Members – Deena Alexander’s membership application was voted on.

Unfinished Business – Ginger Johnson will contact Monroe K. C. for their Fall Judging Panel.

New Business – Jeff Schultz will head the committee for the ―Walk for Breath‖ fundraiser.

Linda Zehfuss volunteered to bring snacks for our March meeting.

Show Wins – See the Show Wins section of the Chatter Boxer for a listing of Show Wins.

Adjourn — The meeting was closed at 8:42 pm after a motion by Alan Dorfman.


Sue Stevens-Schultz

Members Present:

Charlie Beauchamp Joanna Dorfman Dave Stark Diane Beauchamp Tasha Ebersole Jennifer Walker

Mary Lou Bumpus Ginger Johnson Barry Wyerman

Karol Cline Jeff Schultz Linda Zehfuss

Alan Dorfman Sue Stevens-Schultz

Guests Present:

Ed Zehfuss


Treasurer’s Report—12-1-09 to 12-31-09

Date Description Income Expense Balance

12-4-09 Deposit Monroe K. C. $374.00

(Fall Show Rebate—Ck. was for $384—$10 deposited in Money Market)

12-4-09 Deposit Michele Farless $50.00

(2010 Dues & Trophy)

12-4-09 Deposit Jenkins Magnus $100.00

Volk & Carroll (In memory of Margaret Gordon—Karol Cline’s mother)

12-4-09 Deposit Conner Park Florist $5.30

(Card purchase return)

Additional Plaques

12-14-09 Deposit Alan Dorfman $70.00

12-14-09 Deposit Janet Smith $70.00

12-14-09 Deposit Linda Zehfuss $70.00

Awards Dinner

12-14-09 Deposit Jennifer Walker $50.00

12-14-09 Deposit Diane Beauchamp $40.00

12-14-09 Deposit Jim Gillanders $40.00

12-14-09 Deposit Tasha Ebersole $40.00

12-14-09 Deposit Karol Cline $20.00

12-14-09 Deposit Cindy Walunas $40.00

12-14-09 Deposit Alan Dorfman $70.00


12-14-09 Deposit Michele Farless $20.00

Continued on Page 5

Opening Balance Primary Checking Account $6,967.17


Continued from Page 4

Treasurer’s Report—12-1-09 to 12-31-09 (continued)


2010 Dues & Trophy

12-14-09 Deposit Diane Beauchamp $60.00

12-14-09 Deposit Medley Small $75.00

12-14-09 Deposit Sherry Canciamille $50.00

12-14-09 Deposit Ginger Johnson $50.00

2010 Dues, Trophy & Awards Dinner

12-14-09 Deposit Mary Lou Bumpus $70.00

12-14-09 Deposit Janet Smith $70.00

12-14-09 Deposit Sue Stevens-Schultz $100.00

12-14-09 Deposit Liz Bistline $70.00

2010 Trophy

12-14-09 Deposit Terry Agle $20.00

2010 Dues

12-14-09 Deposit Christina Fleisher $30.00

12-14-09 Deposit Billy Johnson $30.00

2010 Dues & Trophy


12-29-09 Deposit Sherryl Schultz $50.00

12-29-09 Deposit Jim Gillanders $140.00

2010 Dues

12-29-09 Deposit Carrie Geeck $30.00

12-29-09 Deposit Agnes Neuendorf $30.00

$2,054.30

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11-23-09 EFT Conner Park Florist—Guy Fischer mother $68.85

12-4-09 EFT Conner Park Florist $63.55

12-4-09 #2061 Monroe K. Club—Tables, chairs, etc. $103.50

12-12-09 EFT Station 885—Awards Dinner $740.03

12-12-09 #2062 Tasha Ebersole—Awards Dinner $13.82

12-12-09 #2063 Sue Stevens-Schultz—Awards Dinner $53.49

12-20-09 #2064 Livonia Library—2010 mtg room (7 mtg @ $25 ea) $175.00

$1,218.24

Continued on Page 7

New Balance Primary Checking Account $7,803.23




11-30-09 Deposit Interest $0.27

12-4-09 Deposit Monroe K. C. $10.00

(To avoid service charge—keep account active)

12-31-09 Deposit Interest $0.27


Mary Lou Bumpus, Treasurer

Opening Balance Money Market Account $6,575.39

New Balance Money Market Account $6,585.93

Total All Accounts $14,389.16




me a good opportunity to spot timid or independent individuals. I also take note of

which puppies prefer the trot to the "bouncing ball" method of locomotion. Trotters tend

to be better movers as adults.

Later, leash training is done with a soft, non-slip show lead with calling, and a little tug

and release when needed. I personally avoid using food when leash training. We are

training dogs to look forward as they move out, not up at one's hands and face. Lead-

ing puppies around with goodies can instill awkward movement habits. Train at a dis-

tance from the house and littermates and keep the sessions short. Always end on a

note of success, however small. In the beginning, let puppy trot on either side and

change directions if it looks like it will help. The objective here is to encourage the

puppy to trot comfortably with head and tail up - not to concentrate on where you wish

him to go. Schnauzer tantrums and rodeo acts should be responded to with silence

and patience until the pup settles and gives in.

Stubborn, sulky or frightened puppies need a little different approach. If the puppy

seems genuinely frightened, pick him up and go do something else with him. Try an-

other day in a different spot. Bring a happier littermate or mom to demonstrate what is

requested of him. Stubborn puppies can be helped by carrying them a short distance

from home and leading them back. These ones need lots of long, relaxed fun walks

after they get the idea. They must look at the lead as an indication of a good time, not

invitation to engage in a battle of wills.

I reserve the use of food for coaxing expression and conditioning the Mini Schnauzer

to remain in place when free stacking. Start with the puppy trotting comfortably beside

you, then turn to face him, blocking his path. Drop all tension from the lead. Hopefully,

he has already been trained to take cookies on the grooming table or kitchen floor

when standing not sitting! (This is where other family members may need retraining....)

We want the puppy to learn to stand well back, ears and tail up, waiting for the treat to

come to him. Avoid leaning over - stand erect and play with the treat at waist level, well

out of reach.

Push him back with your knee should he crowd you or jump up. When you see a mo-

ment of success, quickly reach forward and feed him (a tiny piece) then return to your

original, upright position. Leaning over puppies often intimidates them into dropping

their ears and tails, or can encourage an enthusiastic one to lose patience and come

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forward for his food. Keep your mouth shut! Let him concentrate on the treat and just

what he must do to get it to come to him. Later on, you can work on teaching him to

back up - a handy trick if he starts crowding you in the ring.

Take your training and socialization to matches, and on a few short road trips to

shows, when immunization is complete. Be discreet if taking puppies to shows and

don't push your luck with officials by hauling around your entire half-grown kennel.

Occasionally one encounters the "natural" - a puppy seemingly born to show who

learns all of the above in a matter of minutes. These are the ones we dream of, but

don't blow it! Too many of these precocious ones are ruined by pushing them too hard

too fast at too young an age.

DO NOT bring him to ringside too early! This is the place where accidents happen (dog

fights, spectator crowding) and where boredom is learned. 2 or 3 minutes is plenty of

time to prepare for entering the ring. When you finally get him into the ring for the first

time, be patient and take your time. Make sure his first experience is enjoyable and

give the time he needs to get his bearings - to take in everything that is going on

around him.

Attention to training, socialization and a relaxed attitude towards your puppy will pay off

in a creating a spontaneous and happy adult show dog.

-Catherine McMillan


New Member Application

Name of Applicant Deena Alexander

Location South Bend, IN.

Name of Boxer(s) Owned Boxberry Burn Baby Burn

Rodela’s Blast from the Past

Rodela’s Spark in the Dark

Rodela’s Memories Past

Rodela’s House of Fire

Rodela’s the Roof is on Fire

Sponsor #1 Joanna Dorfman

Sponsor #2 Medley Small

If you are an exhibitor, how many shows have you entered in the last 3 years? Over 30

How long have you owned Boxers? Since late 1980’s

How many do you currently have? 5

Have you ever placed a white Boxer on full AKC registration? No

Have you ever sold Boxer puppies for resale? No

Are you active in breeding? Yes

Do you own other breeds of dogs? No

Are you a member of any other Boxer Clubs? No

Are you a member of an All Breed Club? No

What is your interest in Boxers? Conformation, Obedience, CGC, Therapy

Are you a member of any other animal related association? No

What is your interest in becoming a member of the Michigan Boxer Club? Great shows, great people,

great prizes and all for the betterment of the breed.

How active would you like to be in the Michigan Boxer Club? Helper—no holding offices or positions.

What Club activities would you be active in? Fund Raisers, Chow Set-up & Puppy Matches

Sponsor Comments

She’s a great personal friend, health tests her dogs, does her research, loves to

Attend our shows and has helped each time.

Deena is a hard worker and interested in learning. She doesn’t have a lot to say,

But listens very well.


Editor’s note: This special February issue features the latest update on ARVC from Dr Kate

Meurs, including the statistics we’ve all been waiting for!

Update on Boxer Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC)

Dr Kathryn Meurs, Washington State University

Boxer ARVC is an adult onset heart muscle disease that can lead to sudden death or the

development of congestive heart failure where the dog starts to cough or becomes short of

breath.

This is an inherited disease, but it is adult onset. The average age where the clinical signs

may be observed or a Holter monitor becomes abnormal is 6 years of age. However, this is

widely variant. Some dogs will show it younger and some, not until they are much older!

This is a disease that primarily affects the electrical system of the heart so the best way to test

for it is a 24 hour Holter monitor. Since the disease is adult onset and can start at varying

ages, we recommend that Holtering be started at 3 years of age and repeated ANNUALLY. A

single Holter reading that is normal at one point in the dog’s life does not mean that it can

never have ARVC. It simply means that it does not at this time.

^Findings on the Holter that suggest a diagnosis of ARVC are ventricular

premature complexes (VPCs).

^HOWEVER, the identification of VPCs do not mean that ARVC has been

diagnosed. There are many other things that can cause VPCs in dogs including

inflammation of the heart muscle from certain viruses (parvovirus, etc) other

parasites (Chagas), tumors, including tumors in other body organs. Particularly if

Boxer is less than 3 years of age with VPCs it is less likely that his VPCS are due

to ARVC.

We have identified a genetic deletion for a gene that functions by holding cardiac cells

together. This is very similar to what is known about the disease in human beings and much

of what we know about the disease in humans may be applicable to the dog.

^In humans there are 8 different genes that can cause the development of ARVC.

Each one, all by itself can lead to the development of ARVC. There are 141

DIFFERENT mutations in these 8 genes. Therefore, it is very likely that there is

more than one mutation in the Boxer dog that may lead to the disease in some

lines of dogs.

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^ARVC is a disease of variable penetrance. This means that some individuals with

the genetic mutation will not show the disease until they get older and that some

individuals with the mutation will NEVER show the disease. In humans there

are cases of IDENTICAL TWINS with the mutation where one twin develops

severe heart disease and one does not. This suggests that although the mutation

affects the heart, it may require certain environmental or other genetic factors to

develop the severe form of the disease. They have not been identified in people

yet.

^Our results in the boxer also suggest that multiple genes could work together to

impact the severity of the disease in the dog. We hope to soon understand about

these other factors.

In our study we found that dogs that were homozygous for the mutation (2 copies of the

abnormal gene) had a more severe form of the disease based on Holter findings. This DOES

NOT mean that they develop it earlier, it means that when they do develop the VPCs they

tend to have more of them.

So far we have tested 1690 dogs, 53% were negative, 41% were positive heterozygotes and

6% were positive homozygotes. Only 80 Holter monitor readings were submitted to correlate

with the test results. Of these 80, only 13 of them were from dogs that were 6 years of age or

older (ARVC age group). 10/13 were positive for the mutation and had an average of 4,856

VPCs.

Therefore, as with any genetic information, we recommend ALWAYS using test results to guide

your decisions about breeding rather than using them as an absolute recommendation for all

dogs. Do not make drastic decisions. Each dog and each family line should be considered

individually. The field of canine genetics is very new and the field of cardiac genetics is very

complex. We are still learning how to best use these tools.

Here are some recommendations for testing:

Dogs that are positive for the test will not necessarily develop significant heart disease and die

from the disease. Some dogs will develop a very mild form of the disease and will live quite

comfortably, some may need treatment. Removal of a significant number of dogs from the

breeding population could be very bad for the Boxer dog breed. Remember that dogs that carry

this mutation also carry other important good genes that we do not want to lose from the breed.


Genetic diseases, particularly cardiac are complex. Not all dogs with VPCs have

ARVC and not all dogs with the mutation will show the clinical sign of ARVC.



Positive Heterozygous (1 copy of the mutated gene and 1 copy of a normal gene) Dogs that

are positive heterozygous should be carefully evaluated for signs of disease (Holter monitor

and possibly an echocardiogram). If an arrhythmia (VPCs) is detected, possible treatment

options should be discussed with your veterinarian. Adult dogs that do not show signs of dis-

ease and that have other positive attributes could be bred to mutation negative dogs. Puppies

may be screened for the mutation and over a few generations, mutation negative puppies may

be selected to replace the mutation positive parent and gradually decrease the number of

mutation positive dogs in the population.

Positive Homozygous (2 copies of the mutated gene) I recommend not breeding the

homozygous dogs UNLESS they are exceptional members of the Boxer community and we

need to be sure to maintain their positive attributes in the breed. Dogs that are homozygous

for the mutation appear to have more significant disease and will certainly pass on the

mutation therefore they should only be bred to a negative dog and over 2 generations of

negative crosses a negative puppy could be selected as a replacement.

Warning—Beware—Watch Out

Dental Sure—A mouth spray or rinse for dogs and cats is toxic to dogs. It claims to be

all natural, which seems to be to be true. However one of the natural ingredients is

Xylitol. Xylitol is an artificial sweetener in gums, candies, cookies, etc. Xylitol is lethal to

dogs in VERY small doses. I was horrified to learn that this product has Xylitol in it and

when I confronted the distributor/manufacturer they stated that it is a rinse, not a food

product or drug and therefore not held to the same standards of labeling. Second Xylitol

is not what they call an "active" ingredient so again they didn't think it necessary to list

it. It is also used in small quantities. Third, it IS all natural so the company stands by

their claim that the product is....all natural. Lastly the company stated that the product

is not intended to be ingested as it is to be sprayed on the dogs teeth. I only learned

about the "contamination" of Xylitol because I took a bottle my customer gave me to a

Natural Food store that has a an ingredient scanner. The scanner is intended for peo-

ple with severe allergies and when the bar code is scanned all ingredients appear on a

screen. Although Xylitol was not listed on the bottle label it was listed on the scan-

ner. The company did not deny the use of Xylitol when I contacted them.

To learn about Xylitol you can got to the PetMed link at The site is:

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I still recall my first visit to the Small Animal Clinic at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine

in Saskatoon. As the young resident took down my puppy's health history, she advised that if I

spayed my little dog before her first heat cycle, the risk of mammary cancer could be eliminated.

"Good to know," I replied. "But how will that affect her future as my foundation bitch?"

Some 25-plus years later, "Peras" has hundreds of champion descendants across six continents,

while I am quite likely the first and only commercial artist to co-author a peer-reviewed paper for

the American Journal of Veterinary Ophthalmology.

That young resident's words were a warning, though I didn't know it at the time. Veterinary

medicine, once an equal partner with breeders, sporstmen, and food producers, is being

transformed by an activist viewpoint that reduces owners to "guardians" and elevates health

providers to the self-appointed role of animal "advocate."

―Spay and neuter" has achieved cult mantra. Dog breeders are held in suspicion: The only good

dog is the "natural" one. Defects are blamed on breed standards, despite the fact that the majority

of purebreds are produced by family pets and commercial breeders, their puppies as far removed

from the show ring as a second-hand pickup from the Formula One track.

This attitude is reflected by provincial boards that recently have moved to impose bans on ear

cropping and tail docking. Though long the subject of some controversy, these procedures serve

both aesthetic and practical ends, injury prevention and hygiene among them.

This current turf war over puppy tails is just a preview of coming attractions. The state that has no

business in the bedrooms of the nation seeks to insert itself into the fallopian tubes of its poodles.

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meeting with the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA): "These vets are not only

speaking of cropping and docking. Several, led by New Brunswick, are openly critical of the

CKC's breed standards, feel that breeders are poorly educated with respect to health, genetics

and breeding practices to support an animal's welfare and are censorious of breeders -- in

particular those breeders who breed conformation dogs for show. They are criticizing our

standards for individual breeds and are of the opinion that we are not supporting the puppy

purchasers with healthy dogs."

To achieve this, they hint at legislation. After all, who better to condemn the docking of a puppy's

tail than the person who will, in a few weeks time, slice open her abdomen to remove a healthy

uterus? Who better to seek criminalization of ear cropping than a profession that declaws kittens

for profit?

For as often as they're consulted by media and policy makers on matters canine, a veterinarian

receives no training in basic breed identification, much less the diverse origins and forces that

shape gene pools. It's unreasonable to expect them to -- it takes a lifetime of study to master a

single breed, much less hundreds.

The film Best in Show presented the dog-show circuit as a caravan of loopy narcissists. Omitted

from the script were the contributions of the fancy to everyday canine society -- rescue efforts,

training classes, consumer advice, the millions raised, the efforts donated to health research.

There is no profit in showing dogs, for costs quickly negate the returns. It's an esoteric pursuit,

driven by love of breed, competitive reward, and that appreciation of form and symmetry shared

by all artists, a thing we know as "beauty." The Doberman's "look of eagles," the merle collie's

loud and luxurious coat, the silhouette of the Schipperke -- those things that fill the eye can

determine the fate of breeds, for it is their beauty that so often attracts and inspires human beings

to devote resources to their perpetuation.

The distance between a breed and extinction is five years, for this is the average reproductive

lifespan of a female. For rare breeds and those with limited genetic diversity, it takes only one

ill-conceived edict on the part of policy makers to start it down the road to collapse.

It seems like a small thing, this battle for a veterinarian's liberty to practice as he sees fit, a dog

breeder's quest for perfection. After all, no one needs to crop ears on a Boxer. But then again, no

one needs a Boxer at all, or any sort of pet. Purebreds (of all species) carry health risks derived

from their genetic founding fathers. Breeds weren't created to compile longevity records, but to

perform tasks for mankind -- to dispatch vermin, predators, and enemy barbarians, locate game,

retrieve over water, to pull sleds, or warm a dowager's bed on a cold winter night. And so, they




remain imperfect.

The Borzoi is living history of czarist Russia, the giant Mastiff a modern echo of ancient Rome --

but they suffer high rates of bloat. Poster artists recruited the English bulldog as a symbol of

resolve in World War II, but the massive head that encouraged a nation results in caesarian

sections. The Dalmatian's spots are beloved of Disney and children everywhere, but the genetics

that create them can result in deafness. The merry spaniel can wag an undocked tail to bloody

pulp, but no one hunts woodcock in these parts. Better no cocker, they say, than no tail.

Like so many other small things in this brave new humane world -- history, property rights,

individual liberty, and the beholder's permission to declare something "beautiful" -- the eradication

of the purebred dog is underway, aided and abetted by those we once considered friends. And

yet, to this breeder at least, so seldom has one small thing carried with it such symbolism for what

it is we are allowing them to destroy.

There is an air of nihilism in what they do. Like "green" zealots who insist millions will die from

climate change unless we reduce the earth's population by billions, their ideological sisters in

veterinary activism would solve the problems of purebred dogs by eliminating them altogether.

They seem oddly disconnected from the reality that for veterinary medicine to survive, the patient

must reproduce.

- Catherine McMillan lives in Saskatchewan and runs the blog "Small Dead Animals." In 2009,

Miniature Schnauzers descending from her "Minuteman" kennel line include those ranked #1 in

the breed in the USA, Canada, Brazil and England, along with the #2 MS in Australia and the Jr.

World Winner at the World Show in Slovakia.

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Ch Bjay’s Traveling Man—Travis

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CR Request for Grace—Hannah (Blitz’s full sister)

Whelped October 10, 2009

1 Flashy Fawn Boy

1 Plain Brindle Boy

1 Flashy Fawn Girl

2 Plain Brindle Girls

1 White Girl

Contact: Rick & Cindy Walunas

(231) 893-0083

[email protected]

Fur Babies are Here!!!!


Prayer List

These Members are traveling rough roads.

Please remember them in your Prayers:

Charlie Beauchamp

Joan Johnson

Medley Small

Jennifer Walker


Sad News

We lost a pillar of our Boxer World recently. Dick Johnson, Jodi Boxers, Lifetime

Member of Michigan Boxer Club, passed away in January. Dick played a huge part

in making MBC the outstanding Club that it is today. He was always a voice of

reason and wisdom.

In February, we lost Margaret Ashman, Cinnrhee Boxers. Margaret was Michigan

Boxer Club’s ―official fundraising champion‖. She was a real ―spark plug‖, full of

enthusiasm and had a wonderfully witty personality.

Both will be sorely missed.

Both left deep holes in our hearts.

Rest in peace, good friends.


Happy, Happy Birthday—ENJOY Your Day!!!

Marianne Balzer March 7

Bill Johnson March 10

Vicki Cope March 13

Nicole Fisher March 18

Cindy Walunas March 23

Janet Smith March 23

Maggie Papesh March 31

Show Wins—”Woo-Hoo”

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Ch Can-Cia’s Stand Up & Deliver for West Shores-

KeKe

Ch. Can-Cia’s Hard Act To Follow

x Ch. Backwood’s Taylor Made Illusion

Breeders: K. Mott & G. Kanwischer & S. Canciamille

Owners: K. Mott & G. Kanwischer & S. Canciamille

Handler: Sherry Canciamille

Best of Breed

Over 6 Specials

Central Indiana Boxer Club

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Judge: Mr. Larry Sinclair


KeKe






Best of Opposite Sex

Hoosier Kennel Club

Friday, February 12, 2010

Judge: Mrs. Jean Fournier

Ch Can-Cia’s Stand Up & Deliver for West

Shores-KeKe



Breeders: K. Mott & G. Kanwischer & S. Can-ciamille




Central Indiana Kennel Club

Saturday, February 13, 2010

Judge: Dr. Wanda Spediacci


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Central Indiana Kennel Club

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Judge: Dr. Roger Pritchard


2010 Meeting Schedule

March 2…………....Library* 7:00 pm

April 6...…………....Library* 7:00 pm

May 4...…………....Library* 7:00 pm

June 1..…………....Library* 7:00 pm

*Livonia Civic Center Library

Meeting Room A 7:00pm

2010 Officers

President: Jennifer Walker

28423 Kendallwood Drive

Farmington Hills, MI. 48334

(248) 489-1963

[email protected]

Vice President: Charlie Beauchamp

23007 Edgewood

St. Clair Shores, MI. 48080

(586) 776-4238

[email protected]

Secretary: Sue Stevens-Schultz

1105 Rowe Road

Milford, MI. 48380

(248) 684-9098

[email protected]

Treasurer: Karol Cline

1572 Ledbury Drive

Bloomfield Hills, MI. 48304

(248) 852-8399

[email protected]

2009 Board of Directors

Mary Lou Bumpus

(810) 231-1416

Joanna Dorfman

(248) 514-2342

Tasha Ebersole

(517) 529-7099

Ginger Johnson

(734) 708-8029

Linda Zehfuss

(734) 786-3975

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