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AuaUST2003 Volume 78, Number 4 AUGUST 2003

A GREAT ATTITUDE TOWARD WORK ~ A FINE HUNTING DOG

AUSTIN OF HANDED PEAK, on her way to a very good Pri ze II in the Older Hunting Dog Test in Idaho. Congratulations to AUST IN and her owner Bill Bennen.

(Photo Ann Pool)

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THE GUN DOG SUPREME August 2003

LEITER FROM T IJE EDITOR

This issue is packed with information and stories from the spring tests. Fortunately, we had a great many dogs tested. Likewise. we had some significant educational efforts at the Judges Seminar in Wisconsin. Thus, we have lots of information through scores, dogs-evaluated notes, and pedigrees. So, we have added extra space in this issue for spring test photos. We know that you will enjoy additional confirmation of the breeding program's success, manifested in the dogs from Manh Stream and Valley H OUle. But the highlighting ofthcse (wo kennels is certainly not meant to diminish the success of those eight other dogs that prized

Thanks, John and Joe. Thanks, 100, Ann, Jill, Mary, Sandi, Sid, and Tina-il is great to have so many photos with which to work: .

FA LL TESTS

Northwest Chapter Lake Mayfield, WA September 13- 14 Dennis Carlson (541) 386-4830 [email protected]

Heartland Chapter Spring Green, WI September 13- 14 Jon & Judy Coil (218) 647-845 I [email protected]

Northeast Chapter Bristol, ME September 19-2 1 Erik & Sarah Anderson (603) 938-588\ [email protected]

Rocky Mountain Chapter NO TEST

"ENJOY T H E RESULTS OF'TH E SPRING TESTS; I D ID"

BR IE OF MARS H STREAM earned a Prize III in her NAT in New Hampshire (Photo Sandi Sil ver)

August 2003 THE GUN DOG SUPREME

NORTIIEAST CHAPTER SPRING TEST By Andy Goode

A rainy, wet spring in the Northeast miraculously took a break and gave the Northeast Chapter two days of sunny weather for the spring test held on May 16- and I7*'. A new test venue in the mountains of southern New Hampshire worked well for the testing of six Natural Abi lity dogs and one Intennediate dog. Overall the lest was very much a success-no birds escaped, the dogs and the handlers were eager, and no ticks were found in embarrassing places.

Five dogs were ftom Ted and Sandy Silver's MARSH STREAM litter. The two other dogs were mm Joanne and Mark Canfield's VALLEY HOUSE kennel.

On Friday two dogs scored a Prize I. These were Will Jenkins' BRISTLE OF MARSH STREAM and Jim Nester's BRODY OF VALLEY nOUSE. These were both superb, friendly dogs, with BRODY earning perfect scores. The third Natural Ability dog on Friday was John Marshalrs BARTOK OF MARSH STREAM who brought home a well-deserved Prize II .

On Saturday, Richard Oeser's BENTON OF VALLEY HOUSE failed to prize. The dog has a dense, harsh coat and good furnishings, and with some hard wort. by both handler and dog, plenty of birds will be put in the game bag. Also on Saturday, a pair of Prize Ill's were awarded for Natural Ability. The first went to Tim Dysart's BRIE OF MA.RSII STREAM and the second went to BIFF OF MARSH STREAM. The MARSH STREAM dogs are characterized as dark, liver-ticked dogs with good furnishings . The judges noted several of these dogs had a lower canine striking the upper jaw.

In the Intennediate test, Kcn Marck's AJAX OF MARSn STREAM fa iled to score. Ken has put in a lot of effort with this dog that the judge's feel will make a good field dog in time. Both the handler and dog have strong personalities, which the judges hope wi ll come together.

Everyone in attendance was appreciative of the good work of senior judges Ken Hurtig and Rick Molt and apprentice judges Erik Anderson, Kevin Jester, Nate Newman, Tim Schwager, and Ted Silver. As Test Chair, Erik Anderson did a great job in identifying and organizing a new site location. On Saturday night, Sarah Ander$O£1's parents, Betsy HotTman and Hayden Hillsgrove, hosted a Mexican fiesta at their spectacular woods home in Sandwich. The margaritas were flowing, the salsa was hot, and the food was the most authentic you can get north of the border. The festivi ties were capped by another successful silent auction.

The fall test will be held in Bristol, Maine on September 19·2 1,2003. Be sure to reserve your spot for the Molt's Saturday night clambake.

THAT OLD MARSH-STREAM MAGIC

BRISTLE with W ill Jenkins at their Prize I NAT in New Hampshire

(Photo Sandi Silver)

BARTOK with John Marshall atlhei r Prize II NAT in New Hampshire (Photo Tina Molt)


ROCKY MOUNTAIN G RIFFON CLUB, S PRING T EST 2003 By Anita Andrus

The RMGC held its annual test March 22, 2003 on the banks of the Snake River near Jerome,ldaho. In our one day orles!ing, we evaluated three NAT (Natural Ability) dogs and two 00 (Older HUniing Dog) dogs. The festivities began Friday night with a gathering at Gary and Ann Pool's house. We joy_ fully watched six Griffons play chase in the yard and then stuffed ourselves on lasagna. bread, salads, and

""""-Saturday morning started with NAT testing of BILLIE J O OF VA LLEY IIOUSE, handled by Gary

Pool (ID), and BRAUN OF MARS II STREAM , handled by Tawna Skinner (10), Gary and "J OSIE" had a successful day. earning all 4's and a Prize L "BRUAN" did well in everything but her pointing. She wasjudgcd to have 84 coat at 10 months and earned a Prize II I overall.

We all enjoyed a wonderful lunch of deep-fried rurlcey, thanks to main chef Dave Checketts and wife Sandy who came all the way from Nevada 10 provide us with this culinary delight About 35 people devoured the two turkeys, Ihree salads, and cookies.

After lunch, two Older Hunting Dogs and one NAT dog were tcsted. AUSTIN O F BAN DED PEAK was handled by Bill Bennett (MT) and earned a well-dt$tfYed Prize II . John McDunn (MT) with BLAZE OF C LOU DY S KrES had trouble with the tracking portion orthe test and was unable to prize. 80th dogs had problems with "retrieving to hand" and the handlers were encouraged by the senior judge to rocus on this area of training.

U NDOMAR'S T HIRD G RIFFON. handled by Lindomar Avelar, demonstrated his natural ability by earningall4's and a Prize I.

At the no-host dinner on Saturday evening, Senior Judge John Pitlo gave us an update on the status of our breeding program. Special recognition was given to WPGCA treasurer Jim Seibel for the many hoUl'S he has spent on the logistics of our AI program. We gave a big "thank you" to both John and Jim for all their elTorts toward improving our dogs.

ClilT Jaro (10) was elected president ror the Rocky Mountain Chaptc:r. replacing Bob Matsuoka (10). Thank you Bob and Caroline for your dedicated scrvk:e over the: p;ast few years.

Thanks for this weekend also go to Mike and Conoco Vance (Ml), Bill and Phyllis Madden (MT), Gina Pool (10), Ann Pool (10), Vic Jaro (10). Rob Morris (lD). JJ Conner and Tresa (MT), Lynn Messman (10), and Lisa Jaro (lD) ror all the \oVOI't( they did planting birds, running errands. laking pictures, elc. Our test ran smoothly due to the conscientious efforts of these dedicated people.

fROM TH E S NAKE RI VE R TO MAZ OMA N IE

IJRAUN O f M ARS H STREAM with Tawna Skinner at their Prize III NAT in Idaho (Photo Ann Pool)

AN DR EUS OF EAG L E'S PO INT with Richard Baldwin at thei r Prize II NAT in Wisconsin (Photo Sid Sieflc:en)

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August 2003 THE GUN DOG SU PREME

KDK-USA VERSATILE HUNTING DOG CLUB 8y Rolr Bcnsc.lu

The highlight of OUT annual Test and Training Weekend. January 25-26, 2003, was having Ann and Gary Pool with us. They drove over from Idaho, and. of course, we put them to work. Unfortunately, as was the case last year, our distinguished senior members, Sally and Uarold Baskin, Klara and Joe Nadeker, Sheryl and Jack Dallimore, were unable 10 attend. Charter KOK member Herb Hasemann made it up on Saturday. Dennis Carlson made the long drive south, per usual, did. lot of judging, but only after proudly showing ofThis new pup BELLA. Our loyal GWPers Silke Alberts and Sharon Jahn were put to work judging, being "gorOft." and doing whatever needed to be done, assisted by Teresa and Gary Botmini. But first., Silke and Gary B. showed off their new GWP Danish imports, MIRA and II[CfOR (aka FREJA and SEP). and this year we were joined by Jim NeufTer and his wirehair, BUTZEN. As. always, our wonderful hosts, Hden and Warren Webster, ram-roded the whole shebang, assisted by everyone else.

SalUrday morning, we started with the three handsome Natural Ability pups. First up was BELLA and Dennis. both eager workers and willing to please, all 45. Next came MIRA and Silke,lotsofaclion, Pr. I ; then her brother, II ECTOR, also a goer, Pr. II. Following the two wirehair pups came BLlT£EN and Jim NeufTer, in the IHOT; they did well in Natural Ability subjccts, but had retrieving problems. With weather coopcnlting, lunch was provided in the field , hosted by Helen Webster and Donna Bcoscler, featuring Helen's fantastic pheasant and lentil soup. Good food, lots of chatting and visiting which were continued Saturday nighl. al our usual hangout, C. L. & Harrys in Oroville. This year, Gary Poole handled the score-reading chores befilling a WPGCA president, following in Warren's footsteps.

On Sunday ..... e ran okler dogs (or more like they ran us), staning with VPSI LON, handled by Silke, and managing I Pro III, followed by VIXEN (LEXI), handled by Sharon, but they had problems. especially on the drag. Finally came ROLF, handled by Brandi, a very unruly, disobedient shorthair. With testing complcted. dogs were let oul and training ensued in the field and al the pond ... until next year's fun weekend in the beautiful nonhem Sacramento Valley. Again many thanks to Anne and Gary. Va all come back, hear.

IN THE WARM CALIFORNIA SUN

DEl.l.A OF VALLEY HO USE On her way to a Prize I in her NAT at the KDK (Photo A nn Pool)

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NATURAL ABlLlTY TEST, SPRING 2003 KEY TQ TEST$

WI - Wiloonsin CA - Calibni. WA - Washington ID - ldabo NII- New H.ampst\i.e • • Tempen.ment problem, lICe

write-ap ++ .. OYer age, Evaluation only (E)

GROUP 307 ( Repeat brt:cdina. Feb. 2002 ODS) BILLIE JO OF VALLEY HOUSE, F, ID

BRODY Ot' VALLEY HOUSE, M, NH

BELLA OF VALLEY HOUSE, F, CA

BLAZE OF VALLEY IIOUSE, M, WA

BRIE OF VALLEY HOUSE, F. WA

IlOGAN OF VALLEY IIOUSE, M, WA

BRUCE OF VALLEY HOUSE. lot. WA

BLANCA OF VALLEY IIOUSE. F, WA

BORIS OF VALLEY IIQUS£, M. WI

BENTON OF VALLEY HOUSE, M, NH

G RO UP 312 (Page 12) ANNA OF EAOLE'S POINT, F, WI

ALEX OF EAGLE'S POINT. M. WI

ANDREUS OF EAGLE'S POINT. M. WI

ANNIE OF EAGLE'S POINT, F, WI

GROUP 313 (J>agt: 13) BARTOS OF MARSII STREAM, M, WI

BRISTLE OF MARSH STREAM. F, Nil

BARTOK OF MARSH STREAM, M, Nil

BIFFOF MARSII STREAM, M, Nil

BRAUN OF MARSH STREAM. F. 10

ORIE OF MARSI I Sf REAM, F, NH

GROUP 314 (rage 14) ANN MARGIU:I OF Hr/..GERALO'S PRAI-RIE. F. WI

A N S

12 4 4

14 4 4

" 4 4

" 4 4

" 4 3

" 4 4

" 4 , " 4 4

14 2 , 14 2 ,

" 4 4

" 4 4

" 3 3

" 3 ,

" 4 4

" 4 4

12 3 3

12 4 4 ,. 4 4

" 4 4

9 4 4

W P T A C T B w P

4 , 4 4 4 28

, 4 4 4 , 28

4 4 4 4 4 28

3 4 4 4 4 21

4 4 4 4 4 21

3 4 4 4 4 21

3 4 4 4 3 26 , 2 4 3 3 21

3 3 2 2 , " • 2 , , 2 •

4 4 4 4 4 28

4 4 4 4 3 21

4 3 3 3 3 22

4 4 4 2 3 " 4 4 4 4 4 28

4 4 4 4 3 21

4 4 3 3 4 24

4 2 4 4 3 " 4 2 4 4 3 " 2 4 3 , 4 24

4 3 4 • 4 21

August: 2003

C CO C T T

, 3 3 ok

, 4 3 ok

, 4 3 ., , 3 4 ., , 3 4 ., , 4 3 ., , , 4 •

2 4 ., 3 4 ok

2 3 .,

, 4 3 ok

, 4 3 ok

II 4 3 ., 4 3 •

, 4 3 ., , 4 3 ., II 4 3 ., '" 2 3 ok

"' 4 4 ., "' 3 3 .,

, 3 3 0'

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NATURAL ABILITY TEST, SPRING 2003 {CONTINUEDl

A N S W P T A C T C CO 8 W P

G RO UP 315 (Page IS) LINOOMAR'S THIRD GRIFFON, F,ID 13 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 28 , 4

GROUP 3 16 (Paie 16) FEU FOLLET CLAIRE, F, WI " 4 4 4 4 • 4 4 28 , 4

GROUP 3 17 (Paae 17) WAYFARER'S TWIUGffT EN PARIS, F, WI!. 13 • 4 4 • 4 4 4 28 , 4

IS) M,WA " 4 4 4 4 • 4 4 28 , 4

l.ANCE HILL CIIAMPAGNE OOLLY, F, WA " 4 2 4 4 2 3 2. 3

GERM!li!! W IR F. IIAIREP POllIo'TERS NYMMSKOY'S tI MIRA. F. CA " 4 4 4 4 4 3 ] 26

rn:8AMSJl;QY'S 1l111&IQB. ~t. ~ " 4 4 4 4 ] 4 3 26 " INTERMEDIATE HUNTING DOG TEST, SPRING 2003

WATER TO - Tmck of Duck (S) RD - Retrieve of Duck (3) BR - Blind Retrieve (4)

FIELI) S - Searching (5) P - Pointing (4) RB - Retrieve of Live Bird (3) ·TR - Track of Live Rabbit (3) ·RF - Retrieve of DTaggcd Fur (3)

JUDGED THROUGHOUT N - Nose and Use of Nose (6) AW - Attitude Toward Work (4) C - Cooperation (3) o .. Obedience (3) OTHER TP '" Total Points PR - Prize Classification CO - Confonnat ion CT - Coat T "" Temperament

C T T

3 ok

3 ok

3 ok

4 ok

3 ok

ok

ok

Key to lests (index number) • - oplional tcst ++ = Over age, Older Hunling Dog

TO RD DR S P R8 T8 °T OR N A C 0 TP PR CO CT T R F w

GROUP 270 (.kine 1998. CDS)

H 8LAlEOI~ CLOUDY SKIES

F, 3yr, 10 mos, • 3 2 2 4 2 , 3 3 2 , 91 3 3 ok

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INTERMEDIATE HUNTING DOG TEST, SPRING 2003 (CONTINUED)

TD RD 8R S P .. TB 'T '. N A C 0 TP PR CO CT T

• F W

GROUP 289 (AuguSl 2000, GDS)

++-BOOIE OF AGASSIZ LOWLANDS

WI ) 2 2 4 4 2 4 4 ) 2 I 128 ) 2 .k

GROUP 307 (Feb. 2002. GDS)

++- ALPONSE OF VALLEY HOUSE

1"',n_wl ) 2 2 4 4 0 ) ) ) 2 I III I ) . k

GROUP 308 (AuguSl 2002, GDS)

++- AUSTIN OF BANDED PEAK

F, 25 I1lO5, ID 4 ) 2 4 4 ) 4 4 4 ) ) IS2 II 4 ) ok

GROUP 309 (AuguSl 2002. GDS)

ANNIE OF MARSH STREAM

F.2.lIl'lO$..,WA 4 ) 2 4 4 2 4 4 2 ) 2 1)8 III ) ) ok

+-+AJAX OF MARS" STREAM

M.2S mos, Nil 4 I 0 4 4 I 4 4 2 2 I lIS 2 4 ok

AUJERNON OF MARSII

I"" "_WI I 2 0 2 , 0 2 2 I I I ., ) ) ok

I~ BLlTZEN Y.

EINER

4 ) 0 4 4 2 4 4 I 2 I 12' ok CA

+-+ WElDEN HUGEl. YPSILON Y. EINER

~.;7.7 mos. 4 ) 4 4 4 ) ) 4 2 2 ) 146 111 .k

++- WE1DENl lUGEL VIXEN Y.

EINER

~'A48.4 mos_. 4 2 2 4 4 I 4 4 2 2 I 12. ok

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INTERMEDIATE HUNTING DOG TEST, SPRING 2003 (CONTINUED)

TDRDBRS P RD TD 'T '. N A C 0 TP FR CO cr T

• F W

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~;4.1 mol., I I 0 3 4 0 4 3 I I I 79 .,

DOGS EVALUATED IN SPRING. 2003 NATURAL AB/UTY TEST BILLI E JO OF' VALLEY IIOUSE, F, 12 mos., whelped 3/3102. Conformation: 3, 22"H x 23"L, slight overbite. Co-t: 3, medium harsh, medium dense, dight curl, medium fu mishings. Temperament: coopc:Tlltive, happy, eager, immature. Owned by Gary Pool, 614 Twin View Rd .. Jerome:, ID 83338. Bred by Mark Canfield, Pedigree 307 (Repeat breed,n" Feb. 2002 ODS). BRODY OF' VALLEV IIOUSE, M, 14 mos., whelped 313102. ConlOrmatKm: 4, 24-SHH 1 24.SHl., Coat: 3, medium harsh. mechum dense. nat-lying. TempeTllme:nt: Difficult 10 examine,. friendly, eager. QIo.1lCd by James Nesler, 1601 Moyer Rd .• Telford. PA 18969. Bred by Mark Canrltld. Pedigree 307 (Repeal breedin .. Feb. 2002 GOO). BELLA OF' VALLEV 1I0USE, F, I I mos., whelped 313102. Conbmwlion.: 4, 2J"H 1 2J"L,Coat: 3, ham.. dense, spanc 011 can;. T cmpenllnenl: eager, calm, friendly, waIMS 10 please. Owned by Denms Carlton, 3810 Bandt Drive, Ik>od River, OR 97031. Bm;! by Mllrl< CanrlCld. Pcdigme 307 (R~I breeding, Feb. 2002 GDS). BLAZE 0 .. ' VALLEY n OUSE, M. 13 mos., ___ 'helped 3/3102. Conformation: 3, 23 X 23, lower righl canine 10 in-side. Coat: 4, not nallying, harm. dense, &ood covel1l&C on belly, medium furnishin.,. Tempel1lmcnt: Eager, friendly. Owned by Bill BarTelt, 1040 SW 8th St, IkrmiSIOII, Oregon 97838. Bred by Mark Canrlt ld, Pedigree 307 (Repeat breeding, feb, 2002 GOS). BlUE OF" VALLEY 1I0USE, F, 13 mos .. whelped 3M2. Conformation: 3, 23"H 1 22"l., Coat: 4. dense. medium harsh. nll·Jyin&, medium fumishingl. Tcmpc:l1Imcnl: rriendly, happy, easy 10 examine. QIo.1lCd by Nathan Amarlnt, 1676 lknjamin C ., Arcata, CA 9SS21. Bred by Mark Canfield, Pedigree 307 (Repeal breedin&. Feb. 2002 ODS). BOGAN OF" VALLEV HOUSE, M, JJ mo5 .. whelped lJ3J()2. Conformation: 4, 24"11 x 24'"l., Coal: 3, dense, medium harsh, not flat·lying, good belly CO"CT1Ige, medium furnishings. Temperament: level. eager. calm. Owned by Kevin Kennedy, 271 1 86 th A'"e. E.. Edgewood. WA 9837 1. Bred by Mal'l: CanrlCld. Pedigree 307 (Repeat ~in" Feb. 2002 GDS). BRUCE 0 .' VALI.EY n OUSE, M. 13 mos., whelped 3/3102. Conformation: " (could not uamioc molars-no conIOmIatlOll IOOre). 24"H x 24~L, Coat: 3. denso-but lacks undcralat. harsh, flat·lyina. aood belly covel1lge, sparse furnislnnp. Tempelllmcnt: slightly indcpmdcnt. cager, diffICUlt 10 examine. Owned by Elizabeth Mayer, 611 McMillan Rd. Ste RR I, lone Bulle, Be Canada VOK lXO. Bred by Mal'l: Canfltld. Pedlgree 307 (Repeat breedmg, Feb. 2002 ODS). BLANCA OF VALLEY 1I0USE, F, 13 mos., whelped 313102. Conformation: 2. 22"11 x 22"1., overbite, OCD . Coat: 4, dense, harsh, not flal·lying, good belly covcl1Ige, sparse furnishings. Tempel1lmcnt: rriendly, happy, eager. Owned by Stan Mallinku5, 208 Observation Dr., Vakima. W A 98901. Bred by Mal'l: Canfield. Pedigree 307 (Repeat breeding. Feb. 2002 GOS). BORIS OF' VALLEY 1I0USE, M. 14 mos., whelped lJ3J()2. Conrormation: 3, 24"1-1 1 24"l.,low tail set . Coal: 4. hri, dense, Ral ·lymg, good belly coverage, sparse furnishings. Tempc:l1Ill1CnI: Tentallvc, dc:pc:ndcnt, fhendly. Owned by Lance and Darla Dames, 427 Cambridge Of .. Dexler. MI 481 30. Bred by Mal'l: C.anfltld. Pedigree 307 (Repeal breedina. Feb. 2002 ODS. BENTOS OF VALLEY HOUSE. M . 14 mos., .... helped lJ3J()2. Conrormation: 2. 2S.S"lI x 2S.S"l., one I~iclcdid not descend. Coal: 3, medium hanh, dense. shghl curl, rull furnishi ngs. Temperament: friendly, 50fIlCwhat tentative and dependenl. Owned by Richard Oeser, 4 bausch Lane. Dlairstown. NJ 0782S. Om! by Mark Canfield, rooigltt 307 (Repeat tm:~hng, Feb. 2002 G))S). ANNA 0'" EAGLE'S POINT. F. 15 mos., whelped 1/ 13102. Conformation: 4. 23.5"" 11 22.S'"I... Coal: 3. medium dl'tl5e, shght curl. sparse on beUy,l"I1Cdium nlmishings. Tempcl1lment: calm. very easy to e~aminc. hart.! workmg.


strona desire for birds, no defects obsuvcd.. Owned by Steve Rossow, 301 East Sleams AYe., Chamberlain. SD 57325. Bred by Sidney and Brenda Siefken, Pedi&," ]12 (Pqe 12). ALEX OF' EAGLE'S POINT, M, IS mos .. whelped 1/11102. ConlOrmation:., 24rt 1l24"L.CoIIt: 3, dense, medium barsh, nat-lying. medium roverage on belly. Temperament: friendly, eliCf, a,real prne drive, no defects ~ served. Owned by Roger T~wa)', 800 Hedgc Lane, Arkansas city, KS 67005. Bred by Sidney and Brenda Siefken, PediifH 312 (Page 12). ANDREUS OF EAGLE' S POINT, M, IS mos., whelped 1/ 13102. ConfOrmation: 4, 25.5"11 x 25.5"1., Coal: 3, medium dense. medium harsh, medium cover on belly. Tanperamenl: calm. friendly, no ckfects observed. Owned by Richard Baldwin, 304 E. Joy St., Red Oak, IA S I 566. Bred by Sidney and Brenda Siefken, Pedigree 312 (Page 12). ANNIE OF EAGLE'S POII'IT, F. Ij mas.. whelped J/IlJ02. Confonnation: 4, 2J"H 1l2J"L. Coat: J, medium dense, Iwsh. f1It-lY;na. good c:overoo belly, sparK fumishinp. Temperamenc: dependent, friendly. calm. O\\;ned by Barbara GiIl,)J) N. Mt. Vernon Dr., Iowa City, IA 52245. Bral by Sidney and Brenda Siefken, Ped~ 112 (Pace 12). BARTOS OF MARSI! STREAM. M, 11 mas.. whelped SlSI02. Conformation: 4, 25'1 .. 24'1.... CoM: 1, medium dense, medium harsh. nat-lying. good belly covelll., spaqe fumishinp. Temprramc:DI: calm, fiiendly, slightly cautious, 110 defects observed. Owned by Jon Coil, 49625 Waldo Rd., NE, Keltitler, MN 56650. Bned by Ted and Sandie Silver, Pedign:e 313 (Page 13). BRISTLE OF MARS II STREAM, F, 12 Il1O'S., whelped 515102. Conformation: 4, 23S'I I x 23.5"1.. Coat: 3, medium dense.. medium harsh, I'IOt nat·lying. open on chest, medium fumishings. Tempen.mcnl: 110 defects observed. Owned by Will Jenkins, 13001 O'Donnell LIne, Froslbur&,. MD 21532. Bred by Ted and Sandie Si lver, Pedign:e 313 (Page 13). BARTOK OF MARSII STREAM, M, 12 Il1O'S ....... helped 515102. Conformation; 4, 23YII x 23.5-1.. Coal: 3, medium da\,e, medium harsh, flat-lying. open on chest, medium furnishings. Temperament: does 11OI1ikc: 10 be 1OUChed. difficult lOexanune, _what dependeDl. Owned by John Marshall. P.O. Box 154, Addison. ME 04606. Bred by Ted and Sandie Silver, Pedign:e 3 I 3 (Pace 13). BI.' F OF MARSH STREAM, M. II Il1O'S., wbclped 515102. ConlOllNIion: 2, 24Hl l x 24"1... lower left canine strikin, upper jaw, butl bite on two middlt: inciso .... Co.:u: 3, medium dense. medium harsh, flal.lyina. lacks guard hair. Tempelll.llll:nt: &ODd game: desire. frimdly, eager, 110 defects observed. Owned by Ron Bittler, 11 57 GrttTlville Rd., Men:er, PA 16137. Bred by Ted and Sandie Si lver. Pediaree 313 (Page J). BRAUN OF MARSII STREAM, F, 10 mos., ..... helped 515102. Conformation: 4, 22YH x 2rL, Coat: 4, medium harsh, dense, nat-lying, good belly coverage. sparse furnishings. Temperament: eager, friendly, 110 defecls obsetved. Owned by TaWlla Skinner/Anila Andrus, 5 Dutton l..!me, Salmon, ID 83467. Bred by Ted and Sandie Silver, Pedi· IItt 313 (Paac 13). BRIE OF MAR511 STREAM, F, 12 Il1O'S., whelped 5/5102. Conformation: 3. 21Yll x 21 YL. Coat: 3, medium Iarsh, dense. slight curl , good coverqe on chest. Temperament: Gun sensitive, did IlOl interfett wilh hunt, 2·3 min· ules 10 restar1. friendly. somewhat SIOft, very m;:ponsive to handler. Owned by Tim Dys;an, 2952 Western Ave .. NewbuTJlt.. ME 04444. Bred by Ted and Sandie Silver, PediiJtt 313 (Page 13). ANN MARGRETOF FTT7.G ERALD'S PRA.IRI E, F.9 mos., " 'he lped 7/16.'02. Conformation: 3. n,rH l 2J~L, sli&hl overbi te. lo .. -er left canine pun<:lurn upper JUITl. Coat: 3, medium harsh., dense, flat·lying, &ODd belly coverase. Tempelllmenl; eager. friendly, calm, e~ and bllanced. 110 defects observed. Owned by o.vid Mickelson. 210 Cheval In. NE. Rochester, MN 55906. Bred by Dennis Fitzaerald. Pedigree 3 14 (Page 14). LINOO,\lARS'S TlIIRD G RIFFON, F, 13 mos., whelped 2119102. ConformallOn: 4, 22"11 x 22.5"L,Coat: 3. me· dium harsh. dense:. flat·lyma. good belly coverage, no fumishings. Temperament: level, steady, no defects observed. Owned by Lindoma.r Avelar, 1349 E. 3700 N., Bubl, ID 83316. Bred by Douglas Easter, Pedig~e 3 15 (Page 15). FEU FOLLET'S CLAIRE, F, 12 mos., whelped 4124102. Conformation; 4, 2JHI/ x 24"L, Coat: 3. rncdium harsh, medium dense. stight curl. full fumishinp. Temperament: eager, intt'nse, enthUSiastic, 1'10 dcfccls OOsetved. Owned by George Pal McKmlcy. 34 10 W. Unooln. Peoria. IL 61604. Bred by Sc'Be Dumont, Pedigree 3 16 (Page 16). WAYFARER'S TWILIGHT EN PARIS, .. , IJ mos., .... helped 3/3102. Conrormation: 4. 22"H x 2JHL, Coat: 3, medium Mrsh, medium dcnsc:. full furnishings,. Tempen.mcnt: eager, friendly. calm. shghtly uxkpendent. rIO defllel5 obse,,"ed. o..-ncd by Glenn Donald. PO Bol 1110, Woodland, WA 98674. Bred by Thc~ Good. Pedign:e 317 (Pace 17). LANCE IIILL'S DIESEl.., M, IS mos., .. helped 12118101. Conformatioa; 4, 25"'11 x 2rl_ Coat: 4, medium harsh. dcnw. slight curl, I'lOl f1.ay·lying, full fumistllngs. Temperament; eager. friendly, ea$)' 10 h;mdle. 1'10 dcfectsobSlcn·ed. Owned by Rober1 Strampe, W 19210 LInce 1Ii11 Rd., C1w::ney, WA 99004. Bred by Robc:n Strampt, Pedign:e 318 (Page: 18). LANCE IIILL'S C IIAMPAGNE DOLl .. Y, F, IS mos., .... helped 12118101. Conformation: 3. 24"]] x 24"L. under· shoe. Coot: 3, medium harsh, medIUm dense. Temperame nt : mellow, calm, friendly, 1'10 defects observed. o..."ed by Gean LaIc. 28905 NE 18th. Carnation. W A 98014. Bred by Rober1 Slrampc. l'roLgn..-e 318 (Page 18).

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I mos., whelped Jan. 29, 2002. Conformation: no faults observed.. Coat: mcd. hard, med. ck:nse, mcd. furnishings. spar$'! on unda$idcs.. TCITlJEnIlI1CIIt: mc:ndIy, calm, ea$)' 10 examine. Owned and handkd by Silke A1berU, 901 Alameda St. Vlllejo, CA 904590. B~ by Hanne and Poul Erie 8jerregaaM. GERMAN WIREIIAIRED POINTERS NYRAMSKOV' S lI. n ECTOR, M, 11.9 mos., whelped lan. 29, 2002. Conformation; no flUlU observed. Coat: med. hard, med. dense, med. furnish ings. Tc:mpelalllCnl: friendly. calm, easy 10 examine. Owned and handled by Gary Bonini. 3 W.yne Ct., Redwood City, CA 94063. Bred by HanllC and Pool Eric Bjerrepard.

INTERM£lUdTE HUlVTIl"'G DOG TEST t-t BLAU O F CLOUDY SKI£S. F, S)'TS, 10 mos., whelped Sl7197. Confonnation: J, 2n~ . 24'1.., tight ~ bile: with _ . COIIl: 3, medium harsh, medium dense, slight curl, medium furnishings.. sl iaJuly open Oft ears. TernpcmnmI: happy, ealm, friendly. no dc:feclSobservtd. Owned by John McDuM, 3380 Rottweikr Crt., Helena, Mon· lana 59602. Bred by Stnoe (iriesIa, Pedi~ 270 (June 1998, ODS). +4- BOGIEor AGASSIZ LOWLANDS. M.)7 1I'm., whelped 31272000. ConlOnnalion: 3, 24~H x 24'1.., sciuon bite, missinalower left molar. Coal: 2, 10ft. sliablly opm on back and cbest, sli"'l cun, medium furnishings, slightly opm on cars. Tempcnmcnl: calm, c:ager in the: rICk!. growled at beginnina ofeurn. but DOl: aggressi~.

Owned by Jack Freidel. 701 S. Sandborn. Chamberlain, SO 57325. Bred by Jon .nd Judy Coil, Pedigml289 (August 2000, GDS). ++ALPIIONSE OF VALLEY UOUSE. M. 28 mos~ whelped 1/2 112001. Confonnalion: I. 24MII x 24"L, moderate dysplui •. Co.t: 3. medium harsh, medium dense. nOi nat-lying. slighlly open on ears and chest. Temptramcnl: easy to handle, liard driving, diffICu lt for dog 10 shin geanl. Owned by Robert Reed, 6221 Coulson Ct., Lansing, M I 4891 1. Bred by Mar1r. ClUlfx:1d, Pedigree: 307 (Feb. 2002. GDS). ++AUSTIN OF BANDED PEA K. F, 25 IIXIS., whelped. 2/1112001. Confonnalion: 4. 2JYII x 24"1.. scissors bite . Coal: 3, medium tknse, harsh, slighl curl, medium furnishings. TernptnllTienl: calm, ta(Ct. fMrKlly. Owned by Bill Bennett, 159 MeGee Drive, Bozeman, Montana 59715. Bred by Jane Webb. Pedlgml J08 (August 2002, GDS). ANN I.E OF ~tARSIl STREAM , F, 23 mos.. whelped 412&2001. Conformal;oo: 3, 2J"1I x 23-..... severe ovetbile. CoM: 3, medium Itanh, medium dense. not flat4yina. aood belly c.oyerage. medium furnishings. Tempcrammt: friendly, no delfl:u ~rved. Owned hy Rrenmn W("lI)dwan:l, 1S600 NE 173m St. Omd by Ted and Sandie Silver, Pedigree 309 (August 2002, G05). AJAX OF MA RSU STREAM. M. 25 mos., whe lped 4/26(2001 . Confonnation: 2, 23.5"11 x 2J"L, dog does not move cofTtIClly in hind quarters. Coal: 4, harsh, medium dense. good coverage on cl'le5t. Temperament: tood game desire. does II()( aiye up, JOOd persistence. Owned by Ken Marek, 2 sunset Lake Road. Blairstown. NJ 07825. Bred by Ted and Sandie Silyer, Pedigree 309 (August 2002. GOS). ALGERNON OF MARSII STREAM, M, 24 mos., whelped 4126(2001. Conformation: 3, 23"H x 24"L, Ycry tight scissors with wear. Coat: 3. medium harsh, medium dense, nOi flat-lying, medium furnishings. &rod belly coycragc. Tcmpt'Tltrncnt: friendly, easy to handle, 00 defcas observed. (hr.ned by Dayid [)retl in&. 208 W. B Strec1, Phillip$burg. KS 6766 1. Ored by Ted and Sandi Silycr. Pe4.sree J09 (August 2002, GDS).

M. 23.5 mos., whelped Fcb. 11,2001 . Conronn:tllon: no fault$ observed. Coal: mod. dense, med. harsh. med. furnIshings. II()( flallying. Tcmperament: calm. ()wnW and handkd by Jim Neuffa. 8OO'J Tetotom Park Wly. Antclope. CA. Bred by Mildred Ra~·cll. ++Wf lDfNIIUCEL VPSILON y. f i NER, F. 27.1 mos .• whelped Oct. 4, 2000. Conronnalion: no raullsobSC'rved. Coal: course, dense, wcll-co\'ered Undersides. med. rurnishmgs. Tempt'rament: eager, indepC"ndcT\t. Owned and llandled by Silkc Alberts., 901 Alameda St.. Vallejo. CA. Bred by Mildred RcYeil. II WEIDENIIUCEL VIXEN y. f i NER. F. 48,3 1IlO5., ",lIelperl Jan. 14. 1999. Conrormat ion: no raults observed. Coal: harsh. dense, well -co\'cn:d undersides. mcd. furnishings, Temperament: calm. friendly. independent . Owned and IIIllldled by Sharon Jahrl, 1360 Estates Dr. l>illon. CA. Bred by Sharon Jahn and Mildred Rcvell . GERMAN SIIQRIUAIRED POINTER H BRANDI y. BAUfR."'iBERG. F. 24.7 mos., ",helped JIUl. 4, 2001. ConformatIon: 00 faulll observed. Coal: 5hort. soft. sparse on unclerskkl. TempcramcTII: fncndly. eaaer. very independent. (hr.ned and tlandled by RoIfBcnsela. 7 Loa Valley Driye. Orinda. CA. Bred by DaYId Pasley.

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II EARTLAND CltA PTER SPRING TEST By Jim Montgo mery

The l'leanland Chapter of the WPGCA was e;o;eited again this year to hosllhe annual "Judges Semi· nar" in association with the spring hunt test. This year 's seminar did not just have regKmal attendance, but was truly an international event. In addition to having panicipants rrom 19 d ifferent states, we also had anendecs rrom Canada and New Zealand. Fonunately, th is year with OUf featured speaker. Dr. Ed Bailey, this became much more than an event for judges, as it expanded to be a true educational seminar ror everyone. It was a most rewarding experience as Dr. Bai ley shared with us extensive detai ls about the book he is currently wri ting featuring the training of the versat ile hunting dog.

Or. Bailey has agreed to Ylrite this book as a result o r being encouraged by many to share his vast knowledge and experience in Ihis area so that current and future dog O'ATlers, handlers, and "dog lovers" ha\'e a rererence based on years or involvement with our " rour legged hunting companions and ramily members. - He will be publiShing the book III the not-loo-<hstanl rulUrc and has also generously agreed to donate Its proceeds to the WPGCA.

No one has a morc in-depth knowledge of canine learning and training rrom blnh through adolescence than Dr. Bailey. With this book, he will be sharing personal insights.. proven training methods, tips, and general infornlat lon regarding how a dog grows, learns, and can be trained. His knowledge wi th the process through his study and hands-on experience. coupled with a genuine love of the out-of-doors and hunting. make an unbeatable combination ror him 10 be the aUlhor a book or Ihis nature.

During his presentat ion. Dr. Bailey spent some time covering the first two pans of the upcoming book. In the "Introduction and Purpose." he immedialcly begins educating us with many raclS about

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dogs. Early in this sccrion we discover that a puppy actually begins learning ~ it is born, a concept he explained in detail. This fascinating fact is just one o f many that whets our appetite for what lies oh<od.

After explaining through the " Introduction and Pwposc" about the developmental aspects and various stages a dog goes through and how it actually learns, the book begins with the training phase, Chapter One, entitled "The Prc-school Training." From there it will assume a systematic approach through the dog's growth, development, and training with specific, easy-to-follow, proven methods for success. This book will be a tremcndous asset to the new dog owner undertaking his or her first training experience as well as the seasoned veteran who has raised and trained many dogs.

The exciting aspect of this seminar was having the opportunity for dialog with Dr. Bailey and the ability 10 ask questions and rcceive detailed explanations and answers. Also, having the access to personally exchange questions and Kleas during more casual times throughout the weekend made this a lfUly meaningful experience for everyone who attended.

In addition to having Dr. Bailey present, we were also delighted 10 have two other dedicated veterans of the WPGCA attend this weekend. WIlITCfl Webster (and his wife Helen) from California and Jack Oal1imore from Oregon both added greatly to the proceedings. Their willingness to share years of experience, coupled with Dr. Bailey's expertise, allowed anyone who wished to have the opportunity for one-on-one conversat ions to get insights into situations that many have experienced before.

The evening conc luded with the group devouring about 20 pizzas (we now have stock in the Pizza Hut in Baraboo) and many beverages while reviewing the events of the day and anticipating the tests of tomorrow. This enjoyable evening spread over the entire area o f the Campus Inn MOCel. including the mcc1ing room, the outside parking lot, and grass area where several new puppies mingled with older dogs as their exposure and socialization continued to expand.

Early on Saturday morning we gathered at the Mazomanie Wildlife Area for the hunt test. It was a beautiful morning highlighted by the tape playing of the traditional European Jaghom celebrating the hunl Following thili there wa..~ the individual introduction of people, family, locations, and dogs. In a rarity for the Heartland Chapter, there were only II dogs for testing this weekend, which allowed for a onc-day, Saturday only testing session. Eight Nalural Abil ity dogs ran in two groups, while the third group had one Intermediate and two O lder Dogs to test .

Although the getting to the water for the IOHT and OOHT was a challenge,the Natural Ability erews had plenty of fun at the ponds near the gathering pavilion. As usual, the watcr provides some of the more interesting aspects of the Icst as well as some of the most fun, especially wi th the NAT partici. pants. The sprawling fields with various typeS of cover at Mazomanie always provide ample area for fieldwork and all other aspectS of the non-water testing.

Once the day concluded, which was early for the Natural Ability dogs. handlers, and judges compared to the third group, there was ample time to prqlate for the evening gathering and no-host dinner at the Farm Kitchen restaurant. As usual, the family-style meal. serving several varieties of del icious food, provided plenty to eal for everyone.

As the meal concluded, chapter President Andy Yeast officially welcomed everyone and expressed the chapter's grat itude for the efforts put forth in the preparation for the weekend's activities. In addition to recognizing Dr. Bailey for his contribut ions through the outstanding seminar on Friday. special thanks were e", tended to John and Vivian I)i tlo, Stan and Lynn Sukup. Ken and Karen Hurtig, Jon and Judy Coil. and Sid and Brenda Siefken for all they do to make this event possible. There are also lIIany others who are invaluable in their contributions to the week.end. along with the presence of everyone who allends. cspecially those that test their dogs. Such people are what really make tests successful.

1llC evening continued as the Senior Judges for each group reviewed scores for the day's testing. Those detailed scores can be found elsewhere in this publication. Certainly with the number of dogs that prized during the NAT test. there is much anticipation about the next round when they reach the IOHT level. Congratulations and thanks to each handler and dog for participation in this important aspect of the elub testing program.

Following the test results. Jim Seibel, chainn:1n of the Breeding Commillee. gave a rcport on the breeding activity. Jim 's report included statistics 011 the six breedings that took and the resulting 30 puppies recently born. Jim thell had the all those attending who havc had breedings and raised litters incrod uce themselves and identify thei r kennel nalnes.

Ortg Hurtig outlined an important project he is heading up. A database has been developed in an at-


tempt to gather and catalog as much information as possible regarding the medical history of all Grif· fons and Fouseks associated with the club. Greg's need is for everyone who owns or has owned a Grif· fon or Fousek to complete a Medical History Form for each dog and send it to him for entry into the database. This fonn shook! be updated any time there is a health change with a dog. This database will provide invaluable information to the Breeding Committee as they continue 10 evaluate all aspects of health as a key factor in the breeding progmm.

A final piece of business was concluded when President Yeast made a plea for everyone 10 pay their annual membership ducs and update our chapter records. He also announced a donation from the chapter treasury was being made 10 the Mazomanie Wildlife Area Organization who allow us to conduct our test there whenever needed. It had been a few years since such a donation has been made to show our appreciation for their cooper.t!ion.

The evening concluded with the drawings for door prizes and the grand rame. President Yeast. in an effOl1 to bolster the chapter treasury. made people buy raffle tickets just to get into the door prize draw· ing. It was a first, but the Treasurer appreciates the gesture. After the "door prizes with a catch" were distributed, the drawing for the four main raffle items began. It was then it became apparent that we had ··Mr. Lucky" in aUendance at this spring test. Roger Tredway from Arkansas, Kansas had his tickct drawn for three oflhe four prizes! Fonumuely for evcryone else. he graciously declined two oflhe prizes and allowed anothcr name to be selected as the winners. Atler the dinner, many people lined up to asked Roger to buy them a lottery ticket.

In an unusual tum of events, there were no tests to be held on Sunday. Most people enjoyed sleeping in a bit, casual coffee, breakfast and conversation wi th old arK! ncw friends, and seeing fast-growing puppies romp with cach other before thcy lcft (or their new family deslinations. Then, most hit the road and headed home to arrive at a decent hour (or a change. Somc of us were $0 unaccustomed to this notcsts-on-Sunday schedule that wc circled Baraboo sevcrallimes in a caravan just to makc sure wc don'l get used to the early departure (rom the I-Ieanland Chapter test weekends.

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BL.AZE OF VAL.L.EY HOUSE. with Bill Barrett, and BR I E Of VA L.L.EY HOUSE, with Nathan Amarant, at their very nice Prize I perfonnanees in the NAT in Washington

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