A p u b l i c a t i o n o f S T C M

September-October, 2011

Michel De Gyves, Editor Nancy Schaus, Co-Editor

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FIRST CLASS

CONTENTS OF THIS ISSUE

President’s Letter Page 2

Brags, Wins & Puppies Page 3-4

Scottish Terrier News

Vaccinations & Scotties Page 5-7

STCM 2011 Results Page 8

STCM 2011 Specialty Page 9

A Judges Standard Page 10

Bone Appetit’ Page 11

AKC Code Of Sportsmanship Page 12

Memorial Page 13

Club News Page 14

AUTUMN

What do we do when our loving pets face the last leg of the race?

We do all we can to help them finish well, of course. We take

time to read the unspoken needs of the friends we've come to

know so well. We give the simple reassurance of a loving touch

when the old boy seems confused for no reason.

We groom them faithfully, but more gently, as age brings muscle wasting, and the ar-

thritic bones aren't so well padded. We learn to slow down for their sake, as they enjoy the

scent of the wind, or track a visitors trail across their yard. We expect to be inconvenienced,

and aren't angry when it happens.

We watch for pain and treat it, watch for changes in vision and hearing and do what we can

to help preserve those precious senses for as long as possible.

We take care of their teeth, and make sure their food is a manageable texture for them. We

remind them of the need for a potty walk when they seem to forget.

We remember the little rewards. We scratch the graying ears and tummy, and go for car

rides together. When the pet we love has an unexplained need for comfort, we give it freely.

When infirmities bring a sense of vulnerability, we become our old guardian's protector.

We watch their deepest slumbers, when dreams take them running across long-forgotten

fields, and we remember those fields too. When they cannot stand alone, we lift them.

When their steps are uncertain, we steady them. And if their health fails, it falls to us to

make the choice that will gently put them to rest. But until that is absolutely necessary, we

pause to let the autumn sun warm our old friend's bones. And we realize, autumn is not a

bad time of year at all. Old age is not a disease or a reason to give up. It is a stage of life that

brings its own changes. Autumn can be a beautiful time of harvest.

Whether you think that you can, or that you can't, you are usually right. Henry Ford

The President’s Letter

September-October, 2011

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OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS

Pat Wooster- President

Regina Hess- First Vice President

Larry Cerka - 2nd Vice President

Sue Cerka - Recording Secretary

Phyllis Harp - Corresponding Secretary

Nancy Schaus - Treasurer

Denise Zdyrski—Director

Diana DeArmond– Director

Michel De Gyves—Director

Puppy Referral Coordinator:

Phyllis Harp

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Dear Scottie Friends,

On September 9th & 10th another successful Annual Specialty was held. It was nice to see so many people at the

Specialty this year. Denise and Mary Jo once again out did themselves with so many great items on the bazaar

tables. The Friday night costume contest had a lot of Scotties and their owner’s dressed up in pajamas and

what a sight to behold. Everyone had a great time ! Regina and her Show Committee deserve a big thank you

for their hard work putting on the Specialty. I would like to thank all the people, Club members and non Club

members for their hard work in getting the room ready on Friday night for the show.

Our next STCM Club Event will be our Annual Christmas Party and Phyllis Harp has graciously offered to host it

again. It will be held on December 11th 2011 starting at 1PM. Santa and his elves will once again arrive to pass

out the gifts to those deserving Club members. There is always plenty of great food.

Until our next Tartan, have a Happy Halloween and Thanksgiving.

Pat Wooster, STCM President

Reported by STCM Members — September, 2011

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Marcia Dawson (HiJinks Scottish Terriers)

HiJinks Black Pearl

Winners Bitch—Muncie Kennel Club—August 18, 2011 Winners Bitch—Anderson Kennel Club—August 19, 2011 Winners Bitch, Best of Winners—Anderson Kennel Club—August 2o, 2011 Best of Sweepstakes—Scottish Terrier of Greater Louisville Specialty—August 27, 2011

Phyllis Harp (Shelby Kennel)

CH. CerScots Black Satin, RN

Winners Bitch (3 Point Major) - NEW CHAMPION—August 6, 2011 Best of Breed—August 7, 2011 Best of Breed— Pontiac Kennel Club — September 11, 2011 Select Bitch—Scottish Terrier Club of Western Virginia Specialty- September 17, 2011

Michel De Gyves & John Allen (Meadowcrest Scottish Terriers)

CerScots Burntland Double Full Bloom

Winners Dog (4 Point Major) - Pontiac Kennel Club—September 11, 2011

Destiny’s Treasured Diamond

6-9 Months Division Winner Sweepstakes—Scottish Terrier Club of Michigan Specialty—September 10, 2011 Winners Bitch, Best of Winners (4 Point Major) —Pontiac Kennel Club—September 11, 2011 Reserve Winners Bitch—Scottish Terrier Club of Western Virginia Specialty—September 17, 2011 Best Puppy, Group 2—Monroe Kennel Club—October 1, 2011

Barb Zink (DanZin Scottish Terriers)

CH. DanZin Roadster

Winners Dog, Best of Winners, Best of Breed, Best BBE - Muncie Kennel Club—August 18, 2011 Winners Dog , Best of Winners, Best of Breed - Muncie Kennel Club—August 19, 2011 Winners Dog (4 Point Major) - Greater Lafayette Kennel Club—September 18, 2011 NEW CHAMPION— Columbus (Indiana) Kennel Club - September 23, 2011

DanZin Hell On Wheels Reserve Winners Bitch—Muncie Kennel Club—August 18, 2011

Nancy Schaus & Regina Hess (HIQ Scottish Terriers)

HIQ's Too Wild To Be Serious

Winners Dog 6-9 Month Class—Columbus (Indiana) Kennel Club—September 23, 2011 Winners Dog—Monroe Kennel Club—October 1, 2011

HIQ's Sweet Caroline

Winners Bitch (Major) — Terrier Club of Michigan—September 30, 2011 Winners Bitch—Monroe Kennel club—October 2, 2011

Steve & Debie Rusell (Woburn Scottish Terriers)

CH. Woburn Locksley High Stakes

Winners Dog, Best of Winners (major) - Jaxon Kennel Club—August 5, 2011

Winners Dog, Best of Winners (4 point major) - Sturgis Kennel Club—August 6, 2011

Winners, Best of Winners (major) - Berrien Kennel Club—August 7, 2011

Winners Dog (major) - Greater Racine Kennel Club—August 14, 2011

Winners Dog – NEW CHAMPION—Greater Racine Kennel Club—August 15, 2011

Reported by STCM Members—September, 2011

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Steve & Debie Rusell (Woburn Scottish Terriers)

GCH. Woburn Camelot Unbridled

Best of Breed—Jaxon Kennel Club—August 4 & 5, 2011

Best of Breed—Cudahy Kennel Club—August 12, 2011 –

Best of Breed - BRONZE Level Grand Champion - Racine Kennel Club—August 14 & 15, 2011

Best of Breed—Elgin Kennel Club—August 27 & 28, 2011

Group 2—Elgin Kennel Club—August 28, 2011

Best of Breed—Danville Kennel Club—September 3 & 4, 2011

Award of Merit—Scottish Terrier Club of Michigan—September 10, 2011

Group 3—Greater Lafayette Kennel Club— September 17, 2011

Group 2—Greater Lafayette Kennel Club—September 18, 2011

Group 3—St. Louis Dog Breeders Association—September 23, 2011

Best of Breed—Spirit of the Heartland Kennel Club—September 24, 2011

Best of Breed—Jefferson County Kennel Club—September 25, 2011

CH. WOBURN EMPIRE STRIKES BACK

Winners Dog, Best Of Winners, Best of Breed — Arkansas Kennel Club— August 13, 2011

Winners Dog, Best of Winners, Best of Breed—NEW CHAMPION— Arkansas Kennel Club— August 14, 2011

BERRYBREEZE ROCK THE WORLD

Winners Dog— Jaxon Kennel Club—August 4, 2011

Winners Dog, Best of Winners— Danville Kennel Club—September 3, 2011

Winners Dog, Best of Winners— St. Louis Dog Breeders Association—September 23, 2011

Winners Dog, Best of Winners— Spirit of the Heartland Kennel Club—September 24, 2011

Winners Dog, Best of Winners— Jefferson County Kennel Club—September 25, 2011

Woburn Victorian Empire

Winners Bitch, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex - Danville Kennel Club—September 4, 2011

12 -18 mos. Division Winner Sweepstakes—Scottish Terrier Club of Michigan - September 10, 2011

Winners Bitch, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex (4 point major) - Greater Lafayette Kennel Club—September 17, 2011

Winners Bitch, Best of Opposite Sex—Jefferson County Kennel Club—September 25, 2011

Pat Wooster & Tracy Wooster (Cumbria Scottish Terriers)

CH. Cumbria's Whichful Thinking

“Bindi” and Ch. Charthill Super Chief are the proud parents of one little girl

CH. Cumbria’s Madcap Escapade

Best of Breed—St. Clair Kennel Club—September 18, 2011

Best of Breed—St. Clair Kennel Club—September 19, 2011

Carol Peterson (Dovecote Scottish Terriers)

Glenby’s Great Adventure

Winners Dog, Best of Winners (4 Point Major) — Terrier Club of Michigan—September 30, 2011

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VACCINATIONS Dr. W. Jean Dodd's vaccination protocol is now being adopted by ALL 27

North American veterinary schools. I highly recommend that you read this. Copy and save it to your files. Print it and pass it out at dog

fairs, cat shows, kennel club meetings, dog parks, give a copy to your veterinarian and groomer, etc., etc. Get the word out.

Hi everyone.... THIS is wonderful news, that the veterinary schools are now going to be teaching that over-vaccination of pets (once a year

"boosters") is only not necessary, but in some cases can be harmful or deadly! It has information for both dogs and cats. There still is an

ongoing study regarding the Rabies vaccine. Most states now allow (reluctantly) 3 year Rabies, but the study is collecting data on

whether or not even that may be too much. They are looking at 8 or 10 year Rabies!

I hope you all stop having yearly boosters for your pets. If you're concerned with immune levels, have the vet run a Titer test. THEN and

only then, if the levels are below acceptable, should you have a booster. After all, when is the last time you had a "booster" for

smallpox, or whooping cough, or anything else you had shots for as a child? Immune systems work the same in all mammals, and the concept that pets have to have yearly shots doesn't make any more sense than if you had have shots every year. If mammal’s immune systems were that

weak in fending off these things, all of them, us included, would have been extinct years ago!

VACCINATION NEWS FLASH

I would like to make you aware that all 27 veterinary schools in North America are in the process of changing their protocols for vaccinating

dogs and cats. Some of this information will present an ethical & economic challenge to vets, and there will be skeptics. Some

organizations have come up with a political compromise suggesting vaccinations every 3 years to appease those who fear loss of income vs

those concerned about potential side effects. Politics, traditions 20 or the doctor's economic well being should not

be a factor in medical decision.

NEW PRINCIPLES OF IMMUNOLOGY

"Dogs and cats immune systems mature fully at 6 months. If a modified live virus (MLV) vaccine is given after 6 months of age, it produces an

immunity which is good for the life of the pet (i.e: canine distemper, parvo, feline distemper). If another MLV vaccine is given a year later,

the antibodies from the first vaccine neutralize the antigens of the second vaccine and there is little or no effect. The titer is not

"boosted" nor are more memory cells induced."< BR> Not only are annual boosters for parvo and distemper unnecessary, they

subject the pet to potential risks of allergic reactions and immune-mediated hemolytic anemia. "There is no scientific documentation

to back up label claims for annual administration of MLV vaccines." Puppies receive antibodies through their mother's milk. This natural protection can last 8-14 weeks. Puppies & kittens should NOT be

vaccinated at LESS than 8 weeks. Maternal immunity will neutralize the vaccine and little protection (0-38%) will be produced. Vaccination at

6 weeks will, however, delay the timing of the first highly effective vaccine. Vaccinations given 2 weeks

apart suppress rather than stimulate the immune system. A series of vaccinations is given starting at 8 weeks and given 3-4 weeks apart up to 16 weeks of age. Another vaccination given sometime after 6 months

of age (usually at 1 year 4 months) will provide lifetime immunity.

SCOTTISH TERRIER NEWS

CURRENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DOGS

*Distemper & Parvo: According to Dr. Schultz, AVMA, 8-15-95, when a vaccinations series given at 2, 3 & 4 months and again at 1 year with MLV, puppies and kitten program memory cells that survive for life,

providing lifelong immunity." Dr. Carmichael at Cornell and Dr. Schultz has studies showing immunity against challenge at 2-10 years for canine

distemper & 4 years for parvovirus. Studies for longer duration are pending. "There are no new strains of parvovirus as one manufacturer would like to suggest. Parvovirus vaccination provides cross immunity for all types." Hepatitis (Adenovirus) is one of the agents known to be

a cause of kennel cough. Only vaccines with CAV-2 should be used as` CAV-1 vaccines carry the risk of "hepatitis blue-eye" reactions &

kidney damage. *Bordetella Parainfluenza: Commonly called "Kennel cough".

Recommended only for those dogs boarded, groomed, taken to dog shows, or for any reason housed where exposed to a lot of dogs. The intranasal vaccine provides more complete and more rapid onset of immunity with

less chance of reaction. Immunity requires 72 hours and does not protect from every cause of kennel cough. Immunity is of short duration

(4 to 6 months).* *RABIES: There have been no reported cases of rabid dogs or cats in Harris, Montgomery or Ft. Bend Counties [ Texas ] but there have been

rabid skunks and bats so the potential exists. It is a killed vaccine and must be given every year.

*Lyme Disease: Lyme disease is a tick born disease which can cause lameness, kidney failure and heart disease in dogs. Ticks can also

transmit the disease to humans. The original Ft. Dodge killed bacteria has proven to be the most effective vaccine. Lyme disease prevention

should emphasize early removal of ticks. Amitraz collars are more effective than Top Spot, as Amitraz paralyzes the tick's mouthparts

preventing transmission of disease.

**VACCINATIONS NOT RECOMMENDED* * Multiple components in vaccines compete with each other for the immune

system and result in lesser immunity for each individual disease as well as increasing the risk of a reaction. Canine Corona Virus is only

a disease of puppies. It is rare, self limiting (dogs get well in 3 days without treatment). Cornell & Texas A&M have only diagnosed one

case each in the last 7 years. Corona virus does not cause disease in adult dogs.

*Leptospirosis vaccine is a common cause of adverse reactions in dogs.

Most of the clinical cases of lepto reported in dogs in the US are caused by serovaars (or types) grippotyphosa and bratsilvia.

The vaccines contain different serovaars eanicola and ictohemorrhagica. Cross protection is not provided and protection is short lived . Lepto

vaccine is immuno-supressive to puppies less than 16 weeks.

NEW DEVELOPMENTS Giardia is the most common intestinal parasite of humans in North

America , 30% or more of all dogs & cats are infected with Giardia. It has now been demonstrated that humans can transmit Giardia to dogs &

cats and vice versa.* Heartworm preventative must be given year-round in Houston.

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VACCINES BADLY NEEDED

New vaccines in development include: Feline Immunodeficiency Virus and cat scratch fever vaccine for cats and Ehrlichia [one of the other tick

diseases, much worse than Lyme] for dogs.

THE VIEW FROM THE TRENCHES; BUSINESS ASPECTS Most vets recommend annual boosters and most kennel operators require

them. For years, the pricing structure of vets has misled clients into thinking that the inherent value of an annual office visit was in the

"shots". They failed to emphasize the importance of a physical exam for early detection of treatable diseases. It is my hope that you will

continue to require Rabies & Kennel cough and emphasize the importance of a recent vet exam. I also hope you will accept the new protocols and

honor these pets as currently vaccinated. Those in the boarding business, who will honor the new vaccine facilities, are reluctant to

change.

CONCLUSION

Dogs & cats no longer need to be vaccinated against distemper, parvo, & feline leukemia every year. Once the initial series of puppy or kitten

vaccinations and first annual vaccinations are completed, immunity from MLV vaccines persists for life. It has been shown that cats over 1 year

of age are immune to Feline Leukemia whether they have been vaccinated

or not.

Imagine the money you will save, not to mention fewer risks from side risk of mediated hemolytic anemia and allergic reactions are reduced by less frequent use of vaccines as well as by avoiding unnecessary

vaccines such as K-9 Corona virus and chlamydia for cats, as well as ineffective vaccines such as Leptospirosis and FIP. Intranasal vaccine

for Rhiotracheitis and Calici virus, two upper respiratory viruses of cats provide more complete protection than injectable vaccines with

less risk of serious reactions.

The AAHA and all 27 veterinary schools of North America are our biggest

endorsement for these new protocols.*

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STCM 2011 SPECIALTY RESULTS

SWEEPSTAKES

6-9 Months Division Winner — Destiny’s Treasured Diamond

9 to 12 Months Division Winner — Anstamm Benscot Power Ranger

12 to 18 Months Division Winner — Woburn Victorian Empire

BEST IN SWEEPS — Anstamm Benscot Power Ranger

BEST OF BREED

GCH Mc Van’s BeBop Baby

BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX

GCH Anstamm Wild West

SELECT DOG

GCH Anstamm Wild Card

SELECT BITCH

CH Glenrose JP Maikosan

AWARD OF MERIT

GCH Woburn Camelot Unbridled Spirit

BEST OF WINNERS

Kingsview Just Ebony

WINNERS DOG

Anstamm Benscot Power Ranger

RESERVE WINNERS DOG

Kelwyn History In The Making

WINNERS BITCH

Kingsview Just Ebony

RESERVE WINNERS BITCH

Kelwyn GM Freestyle Flyer

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS!!

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STCM 2011 SPECIALTY PAJAMA PARTY!!

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A TONGUE IN CHEEK LOOK AT DOG SHOW JUDGES - A LAUGH FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO SHOW YOUR DOGS…

A Judges Standard

GENERAL APPEARANCE: The first impression of a good judge should be that of a tough-minded but fair, alert and gen-tle specimen. Muscular fitness and nimbleness are desirable but not mandatory as soft living seems unavoidable in the breed. ...The judge should be stamped with a look of nobility and justice - difficult to define, but always unmistakable after the show. The good judge has a distinct personality marked by a direct and fearless - but not hostile - expression of self confidence and that certain aloofness which does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships... or at least does not admit to such friendships until later back at the motel. Secondary sex characteristics should be strongly marked least, when the judge hands you a ribbon, you say "Thank you, sir" to a lady or vice-versa. The question of monorchids or cryptorchids should be left to your florist.

COAT: In cold climates the judge should be equipped with a double coat. Underwear may vary with the season. At no time, however, may a judge shed in the ring.

PROPORTION: The most desirable proportions for a female judge are 38-23-36; however you may settle for a 23-23-23 or, as I have at times 22-35-48.=A0 The shape of a male judge is less important, but great bulk and commanding appear-ance is greatly preferred. PIGMENT: Let's not get into this again. ALL colors are permissible! I have not personally seen a blue judge, but there is always a first time.

SIZE: The judge should be neither too tall nor too short. As a rule of thumb, if he must sink to his knees to pat the dog, he is probably too tall. On the other hand, if he must jump into the air to test testicles, he is probably too short. Measure-ments should be taken from the top of the head, with the hair parted or pushed down so that it will show only the actual height of the judge's frame or structure. A judge of desirable sex and proper flesh should average between 70 and 340 lbs, depending primarily upon sex and how fat he or she is. GAIT: Judges who tend to motivate on all fours should be avoided, as should those who stagger and fall down a lot. Forward motion should be achieved by placing one foot in front of the other... hopping is also permitted and, in fact, often makes for better showmanship.

STANCE: While viewing the dogs, the judge should stand in the center of the ring, feet spread as at "parade rest", and the right hand held firmly in the left armpit with the left crossing over under the right armpit... the chin must be tucked sol-idly into the chest, eyes squinting. Once the judge has assumed this position, the steward should count the number of times the class circles. If that count should exceed 20, he might then unobtrusively poke the judge in the ribs. Older, more experienced judges have been known to doze off in this position while younger specimens, particularly members of the party-going set, might be still so grassed from the pre-show festivities that they have passed out.

MINOR FAULTS: It is preferred if a judge can speak in audible tones, but his vocabulary may be limited to "One more time around" and the numbers one, two, three and four must be heard. If this is impossible, a set of flash cards should be provided. Deafness is no fault in a judge, in fact slightly impaired hearing faculties are a distinct advantage as the judge cannot hear the rude comments from the ringside and will be able to literally turn a deaf ear to whispered propositions, suggestions, etc., from the handlers.

BLINDNESS: It is an advantage if the judge has full use of both eyes, however, some of best-known specimens manage to get by without any apparent eyesight at all and, as this does not seem to hinder their careers in the least, perhaps sight requirements are due to be revised and excluded from the standard.

DISQUALIFYING FAULTS: Judges who whoop, holler and point, or who laugh hysterically at an exhibitor entering the ring with a particularly poor specimen should be disqualified. Likewise, a judge who delays proceedings while handlers make out checks to him in the ring is not permitted to participate further. Any judge who attacks a handler in the ring is warned three times in writing after which he must be dismissed.

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Bone Appetit’

Pumpkin Cookies

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour

1/2 cup pumpkin, canned 1 tablespoon brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

4 tablespoons Crisco 1 whole egg

1/2 cup buttermilk

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine flour, cinnamon and nutmeg and cut in shortening. Beat egg with milk and pumpkin and combine with flour, mixing well.

Stir until soft dough forms. Drop by tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool and serve.

Romantic Rottie Dinner for Two

1lb of Regular Ground Beef

2 eggs 3 carrots

1 cup cabbage 2 tablespoons Canola, Flax Seed, or Olive Oil

1/2 cup peas 1 can of baked beans

1 tin of sardines Garlic (cloves/pureed or powder)

Puree vegetables in food processor or blender. Mash vegetables and ground beef together in a bowl, with a potato masher or with your hands. Crack the eggs into the bowl, including the shells (for extra calcium). Add remaining ingredients and keep mashing until everything is smooth and there are no large chunks of egg

shell. For extra nutrients, mash in a Vitamin E capsule, or Echinicea. Your dogs will clean the bowl so well you'll think it's straight out of the dishwasher!

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AKC Code Of Sportsmanship

The sport of purebred dog competitive events dates prior to 1884, the year of AKC’s birth. Shared values of those involved in

the sport include principles of sportsmanship. They are practiced in all sectors of our sport: conformation, performance and

companion. Many believe that these principles of sportsmanship are the prime reason why our sport has thrived for over one

hundred years. With the belief that it is useful to periodically articulate the fundamentals of our sport, this code is presented.

We, as STCM members and as professional exhibitors of our beloved breed, need to ensure

that we practice and enforce at all times the following AKC Code of Sportsmanship:

Sportsmen respect the history, traditions and integrity of the sport of purebred dogs.

Sportsmen commit themselves to values of fair play, honesty, courtesy, and vigorous competition, as well as winning and

losing with grace.

Sportsmen refuse to compromise their commitment and obligation to the sport of purebred dogs by injecting personal

advantage or consideration into their decisions or behavior.

The sportsman judge judges only on the merits of the dogs and considers no other factors.

The sportsman judge or exhibitor accepts constructive criticism.

The sportsman exhibitor declines to enter or exhibit under a judge where it might reasonably appear that the judge’s

placements could be based on something other than the merits of the dogs.

The sportsman exhibitor refuses to compromise the impartiality of a judge.

The sportsman respects the AKC bylaws, rules, regulations and policies governing the sport of purebred dogs.

Sportsmen find that vigorous competition and civility are not inconsistent and are able to appreciate the merit of their

competition and the effort of competitors.

Sportsmen welcome, encourage and support newcomers to the sport.

Sportsmen will deal fairly with all those who trade with them.

Sportsmen are willing to share honest and open appraisals of both the strengths and weaknesses of their breeding stock.

Sportsmen spurn any opportunity to take personal advantage of positions offered or bestowed upon them.

Sportsmen always consider as paramount the welfare of their dogs.

Sportsmen refuse to embarrass the sport, the American Kennel Club, or themselves while taking part in the sport.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO LEAD BY EXAMPLE!!

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Our friend and long time STCM Member DEE STRONG,

passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2011.

Dee never recovered from a fall in her home.

Dee was a long time member of this Club and a good

friend of Maurine and Ron and also a very close friend

to Judy Gubry who spent a lot of time wit Dee in the

hospital.

Please keep Dee and her family in your prayers.

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The Scottish Terrier Club of Michigan’s Officers and Directors would like to recognize of the

benevolent Scottie Lovers who have made donations to our club in the recent past.

Their generous donations will be used by the STCM to benefit our beloved breed. We also want to ac-

knowledge the many hours our Club Members and Tartan Subscribers devote to Club activities and

fund raising efforts.

As a result of all donors contribution’s; our Club is strong and thriving.

Many changes have been made to our website, please visit us at

www.scottishterrierclubofmichigan.com

There is still time to donate money to improve the health of our Scotties!!

Please donate to the “DUNCAN’S CHALLENGE”.

For more information, visit www.scottishterrierclubofmichigan.com

The STCM Video Library has been transferred to DVDs.

If you are interested in re-living the past and those great experiences from our Club, such as past

Specialties, please contact Diana DeArmond at:

ddearmond1@charter.net