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Dog Transportation Needed

Is anyone from down in So Cal going up to the Rose City Classic?? I have a puppy and bitch that needs a ride....Will help pay for gas! email me at
whitehillsbulldogs@earthlink.net

Kelly
Whitehills Bulldogs
http://www.geocities.com/kellywhitehills

Posted on Dec 3, 2009, 5:46 AM
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There are a few marked and mailed catalogs left..
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these will be first come first serve.. don't miss out!! The front page of the site has been updated for this purpose..
http://www.2009bcanationalshow.com/pg00.html
We Hope everyone had a wonderful time, made it home safely, and is rested

Sincerely,
Your 2009 Nationals Show Committee

www.2009bcanationalshow.com

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Pics from the 2009 Bulldog Club of America Nationals (Kansas City, MO)
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This show was our first time attending Nationals, and it most certainly won't be our last. Congratulations to the Heart of America Bulldog Club and the 2009 National Show Committee for hosting such a fun and well-organized show. The opportunity to see so many bulldogs in person, from different parts of the country, is such a learning experience. If you have never attended a Nationals show, we encourage you to go, go, GO!!!

Congratulations to all the winners this week!

We took pics at the Bulldog Club of America Specialty (Tue and Wed). We tried to get as many bulldogs as we could. The pics are divided into class dogs, class bitches, intersex, etc.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryansphotomadness/collections/72157622893478352/

We still have quite a few class dogs/bitches pics to go through, so we'll probably add more in a few days. We were able to identify the intersex dogs/bitches, but its nearly impossible to do so with the classes. If you recognize a dog, feel free to add its name and/or class to the comments section of each picture. If you would like any pics, please email me: ryan1926@comcast.net

Here is our take on Nationals, as told in pictures...

Class Bitches Judging

Class Dog Judging

con't...

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More pics...
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryansphotomadness/collections/72157622893478352/
If you would like any pics, please email me: ryan1926@comcast.net

Intersex Judging...

CH Beams Kabo Texas Retreat (Best of Opposite Sex)

CH Deserthawk's Bo Diddle

CH Cherokee Legend Rock

CH Little Pond's Logacious Lucy

CH Dowat's Mona Lisa

CH AdmireABull Cherry Blossom

CH Red Dog's Rambo

K-B's He's My Crawdaddy (Winners Dog)

CH Legacy Empress of the Copa (Best of Breed)

A few personal favorites...

This Jr. handler working it. How could you say "no" to this face? =)

This guy chillin' before show time...

CH Legacy Take Me to the Copa (Veterans). It was great to see Tate in the ring again! He is the sire to our Diggler, so he has a special place in our hearts. He is still a bada$$...
Ryan had the honor of showing him in Stud Dog:

Jay and his buddy, Tate.

Thank you for looking! We'll see y'all at the next show!
- Ryan & Allora

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For sharing your experience with the people that were not able to be there. Looks like you had quite the experience and memorable time. Top quality camera work as always.

Scott

Posted on Nov 30, 2009, 3:54 PM
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Anybody have the judging panel for National's 2010.....?
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Everything's on the site for the 2010 Nationals except for the judges line-up.
Wondering if someone could post these. It's always exciting to find out who was given the honors for next year, no??

Posted on Nov 29, 2009, 8:38 AM
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2010 Judges for Nationals Week
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BCA Nationals
Sweeps:
Bitches: Lyn Cocks
Dogs/Intersex: Jack Milam
Regular Classes:
Bitches: Toni Powers
Dogs: Dan Powers
Intersex: Elizabeth Hugo-Milam

Buckeye BC
Bitches: Deb Rairie
Dogs: Bruce Smith
Intersex: MaryLou Lofdahl

Division II
Bitches: Ana Sootin
Dogs: Van Blevins
Intersex: Nancy Paul

Beth Handrick
Wimsey Bulldogs

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Very cool...Thanks for posting the names...
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N/M

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Obedience/Rally?
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Do you know yet who's judging?

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Javary the Thing.....
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That's mine, Ann Bingman and Bruno Frietas dog from Brazil that has taken 1st Place in Open two days in a row at the nationals...expertly handled by Jay Serion.

Like they say, any placement at the nationals tells you something about the dog you're showing..

Jake is what he's called and he's the son of Brazilian Ch DK's Mini Cooper, Brazil's all-time top producing bulldog in Brazil. Cooper has been down in Brazil for four+ years now and to his credit, BISS at the Brazilian Nationals, years after this win, had two of his offspring go BOS at the nationals.
Jake was Best Brazilian Born at this year's Brazilian nationals. He's also a Grand-champion and on the invite as a foreign champiopn for the 2010 Eukanuba Classic. He was #7 in Brazil during 2008 with limited showing.

If you see Ann Bingaman or Bruno Freitas and his lovey wife at the nationals, say hello and congratulate them as we bulldoggers are known for doing....

You all have a safe trip home......

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Re: Javary the Thing.....
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Jake really made us proud. No other Bulldog from Brazil ever achieved something even close to that.

Congrats to Jake owners Bruno, Marcel and Ann!

...and thanks to Jay for such a good job!

Carlos Albuquerque
Javary Bulldogs
http://www.javary.com.br

Posted on Nov 28, 2009, 1:45 PM
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It would be cool if someone could YouTube the silent auction items from the Nationals...
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I bet the nationals committee would appreciate a few outside bidders....

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BCA 2009 Winners Dog Clips
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Bulldog Club of America 2009 National Specialty Winners Dog Competition. Judge: Mrs. Nancy E. Harrison.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdmmBYlGpQQ

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Re: BCA 2009 Winners Dog Clips
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Thank YOU Scott

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BCA 2009 Best in Sweeps Clips
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Bulldog Club of America National Specialty 2009 Best in Sweepstakes Judging. Various clips. Judge Mr. Harrold G. McDermott

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvP7AxXeg-k

Scott

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anybody reccommend this San Francisco vet??
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Dr. Schwach.

Puppy buyer is asking.

Posted on Nov 23, 2009, 6:19 PM
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I want to thiank the Bay area bulldogger who responded...
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You're what a true bulldogger is made up. Kindness, helpfulness and concern for the breed and its well being...

Thank you from all of us at DK Bulldogs...

Marcel

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anybody reccommend this San Francisco vet??
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Dr. Schwach.

Puppy buyer is asking.

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Nationals merchandise info and more..
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In an effort to prepare for our move to the Westin Hotel, we will suspend merchandise sales at 6:00PM Central time today. The remaining merchandise will be available starting on Sunday November 22nd. If you decide to wait until arriving at the show to purchase your 2009 BCA National Show merchandise, be sure to visit the merchandise table set up on the third floor outside of the ballroom.

If you are traveling with an oversize vehicle or are pulling a trailer, it will be necessary to park in the hotels designated lot. The hotel front desk staff can give you the location upon check in. If you should need help finding it contact Mike Otten or Dean Dickey and they will assist you. If you are traveling with an RV and not sure how to get to the RV parking area, again contact Mike or Dean and they can give you directions either by phone or e-mail.

If you are staying at the hotel please make yourself familiar with the hotel check in/check out policy. Also please make a note of the policy regarding leaving before the end of your confirmed reservation and the hotel's dog waiver that everyone staying with dogs will be required to sign. Being aware of the policies will make check in faster and check out stress free.

LIVE WEBCAST:

The 2009 BCA National Show will have a live webcast available on a per day or by-the-week rate. There will be two cameras covering two rings with two simultaneous webcasts. You will only be able to view one ring at a time. After you have purchased your day or week option, you will be e-mailed a username and password for each day you have purchased. After you have completed your login, you will be given a choice of which ring you would like to view. You will have the ability to change rings at any time during the webcast. The weekly rate is $35.00 and $10.00 daily rate.

ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF WEBCAST TO GUARANTEE VIEWING. A DIFFERENT PASSWORD IS REQUIRED FOR EACH WEBCAST DAY. YOU WILL BE E-MAILED A NEW PASSWORD IN ADVANCE OF EACH DAYS SHOW.

TROPHY DONATIONS- We can no longer accept trophy donations [with the donor being listed in the catalog]. We can still use any and all donations that you or your club wishes to make.

CATALOG ORDERS- Catalogs may be purchased at the show while supplies last.

RV RESERVATIONS- Closed

BANQUET RESERVATIONS- Reservation deadline has been extended until Thursday November,24th. These tickets must now be purchased at the show. Internet sales are now unavailable. Credit cards will still be accepted at the show.

THANKSGIVING BRUNCHES/DINNERS--Please check the website for updated information on the different buffets and time of availability. Links are listed on the "Home Page". Reservations are highly recommended. Space is filling up fast!

We also would like to remind everyone bringing dogs to the show that the following rules will be strictly enforced. There are to be no more than FOUR DOGS PER ROOM. There are to be NO DOGS UNDER SIX MONTHS OF AGE AT THE WESTIN HOTEL.

www.2009bcanationalshow.com

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COUNTDOWN...
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We are now at 5 days and counting. In less than a week, the 2009 BCA National Specialty Show will be on! This morning we woke to temps. in the low 30's and a light dusting of snow on the grass. Do not dispare, we have ordered better weather next week. The average high this time of the year is around 50 degrees with the average low in the low to mid 30's. Precipitation can come in many forms so be sure to bring rain gear and that way you won't need it. (LOL) If we do have inclement weather, there is a 30' X 20' size expo tent with side covers, interior lighting, and eight 4x4 exercise pens for your comfort and convenience. The show committee has done as much as possible to make this years National Show an event that will cater to our exhibitors. If upon your arrival, you should require any help or find something missing, do not hesitate to contact Mike Otten, Dean Dickey or any member of the show committee. Travel safe everyone, we look forward to seeing you in Kansas City , Missouri soon.

LIVE WEBCAST:

The 2009 BCA National Show will have a live webcast available on a per day or by-the-week rate. There will be two cameras covering two rings with two simultaneous webcasts. You will only be able to view one ring at a time. After you have purchased your day or week option, you will be e-mailed a username and password for each day you have purchased. After you have completed your login, you will be given a choice of which ring you would like to view. You will have the ability to change rings at any time during the webcast. The weekly rate is $35.00 and $10.00 daily rate.

ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF WEBCAST TO GUARANTEE VIEWING. A DIFFERENT PASSWORD IS REQUIRED FOR EACH WEBCAST DAY. YOU WILL BE E-MAILED A NEW PASSWORD IN ADVANCE OF EACH DAYS SHOW.

TROPHY DONATIONS- We can no longer accept trophy donations [with the donor being listed in the catalog]. We can still use any and all donations that you or your club wishes to make.

CATALOG ORDERS- Catalogs may be purcheased at the show while supplies last.

RV RESERVATIONS- Closed

BANQUET RESERVATIONS- Reservation deadline has been extended until Thursday November,24th. These tickets must now be purchased at the show. Internet sales are now unavailable. Credit cards will still be accepted at the show.

THANKSGIVING BRUNCHES/DINNERS--Please check the website for updated information on the different buffets and time of availability. Links are listed on the "Home Page". Reservations are highly recommended. Space is filling up fast!

Basket Contest,There will be five groups with a prize awarded to the winner of each:

GROUP I - Individual: Representing your home state.

GROUP II - Individual I: A theme of your choice.

GROUP III - Club: Promote your club along with your state.

GROUP IV - Division: A regional basket representing your division.

GROUP V - Peoples Choice: Winner overall from all baskets.

RULES
Entries are to be brought with you to the show. Include a written description of the contents and an
overall value. The baskets will be raffled off and the basket in each category receiving the most tickets
will win that prize. For any additional information contact Eva Dickey.

We also would like to remind everyone bringing dogs to the show that the following rules will be strictly enforced. There are to be no more than FOUR DOGS PER ROOM. There are to be NO DOGS UNDER SIX MONTHS OF AGE AT THE WESTIN HOTEL.

www.2009bcanationalshow.com

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COUNTDOWN...
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We are now at 5 days and counting. In less than a week, the 2009 BCA National Specialty Show will be on! This morning we woke to temps. in the low 30's and a light dusting of snow on the grass. Do not dispare, we have ordered better weather next week. The average high this time of the year is around 50 degrees with the average low in the low to mid 30's. Precipitation can come in many forms so be sure to bring rain gear and that way you won't need it. (LOL) If we do have inclement weather, there is a 30' X 20' size expo tent with side covers, interior lighting, and eight 4x4 exercise pens for your comfort and convenience. The show committee has done as much as possible to make this years National Show an event that will cater to our exhibitors. If upon your arrival, you should require any help or find something missing, do not hesitate to contact Mike Otten, Dean Dickey or any member of the show committee. Travel safe everyone, we look forward to seeing you in Kansas City , Missouri soon.

LIVE WEBCAST:

The 2009 BCA National Show will have a live webcast available on a per day or by-the-week rate. There will be two cameras covering two rings with two simultaneous webcasts. You will only be able to view one ring at a time. After you have purchased your day or week option, you will be e-mailed a username and password for each day you have purchased. After you have completed your login, you will be given a choice of which ring you would like to view. You will have the ability to change rings at any time during the webcast. The weekly rate is $35.00 and $10.00 daily rate.

ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF WEBCAST TO GUARANTEE VIEWING. A DIFFERENT PASSWORD IS REQUIRED FOR EACH WEBCAST DAY. YOU WILL BE E-MAILED A NEW PASSWORD IN ADVANCE OF EACH DAYS SHOW.

TROPHY DONATIONS- We can no longer accept trophy donations [with the donor being listed in the catalog]. We can still use any and all donations that you or your club wishes to make.

CATALOG ORDERS- Catalogs may be purcheased at the show while supplies last.

RV RESERVATIONS- Closed

BANQUET RESERVATIONS- Reservation deadline has been extended until Thursday November,24th. These tickets must now be purchased at the show. Internet sales are now unavailable. Credit cards will still be accepted at the show.

THANKSGIVING BRUNCHES/DINNERS--Please check the website for updated information on the different buffets and time of availability. Links are listed on the "Home Page". Reservations are highly recommended. Space is filling up fast!

Basket Contest,There will be five groups with a prize awarded to the winner of each:

GROUP I - Individual: Representing your home state.

GROUP II - Individual I: A theme of your choice.

GROUP III - Club: Promote your club along with your state.

GROUP IV - Division: A regional basket representing your division.

GROUP V - Peoples Choice: Winner overall from all baskets.

RULES
Entries are to be brought with you to the show. Include a written description of the contents and an
overall value. The baskets will be raffled off and the basket in each category receiving the most tickets
will win that prize. For any additional information contact Eva Dickey.

We also would like to remind everyone bringing dogs to the show that the following rules will be strictly enforced. There are to be no more than FOUR DOGS PER ROOM. There are to be NO DOGS UNDER SIX MONTHS OF AGE AT THE WESTIN HOTEL.

www.2009bcanationalshow.com

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video purchasing info..
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ShowDogVideoPros will be providing professional videography services for
the Bulldog Club of America National Specialty Show, BCA Division VI
Specialty Show and the Heart of America Bulldog Club Specialty Show this
year. Their video feeds will be available on large overhead screens in the
ballroom, on the hotel TV access channel, and as streaming video on the
Internet!

Superb quality, fully edited video DVDs will be offered for sale. Every
dog in every class of every event will be shown on-screen with their AKC
registered name, sire and dam! Here is the website for PRE-ORDERS:
http://showdogvideopros.com/Bulldog.html

SPECIAL DEALS

PRE-ORDERS
Video DVD orders placed through the last day of the show will qualify for
BIG DISCOUNTS and FREE shipping and handling (a $10 - $40 value).
Go to this website: http://showdogvideopros.com/Bulldog.html

JUNIOR HANDLERS
Get a FREE promotional clip on disk and have it posted to YouTube (10
minute limit).
ShowDogVideoPros supports JUNIORS!!

***NEW*** DVDs-TO-GO
ShowDogVideoPros will sell videos on disk at the show that you can TAKE
HOME WITH YOU.
They will also post the exact same clips on YouTube (10 minute limit) for
you at NO CHARGE.

www.2009bcanationalshow.com

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Las Vegas Mandatory S/N-Good Info! Make Your Voice Heard!
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The full text of this alert can be found on our website athttp://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=4005

The committee reviewing the proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance chose to send it back to the full city council without a recommendation. The measure will be heard at the November 18th city council meeting. Concerned fanciers and responsible dog owners and breeders need to attend this meeting to ensure that your voices are heard!

Las Vegas City Council Meeting

Wednesday, November 18th

9am

City Council Chambers

400 Stewart Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89101

If you are unable to attend the meeting, please email the council members and let them know about your concerns.

Mayor Oscar B. Goodman Ogoodman@lasvegasnevada.gov

Councilwoman Lois Tarkanian LTarkanian@lasvegasnevada.gov

Councilman Steve Wolfson SWolfson@lasvegasnevada.gov

Mayor Pro Tem Gary Reese GReese@lasvegasnevada.gov

Councilman Stavros S. Anthony SAnthony@lasvegasnevada.gov

Councilman Steven D. Ross SRoss@lasvegasnevada.gov

Councilman Ricki Y. Barlow RBarlow@lasvegasnevada.gov

Silver State Kennel Club Legislative Liaison Ken Sondej (4winds@viawest.net) is coordinating speakers for the meeting. You can also contact the AKC Government Relations Department at doglaw@akc.org for additional information. Thank you for your attention to this important issue.

Provisions of the Ordinance

All dogs and cats over the age of 4 months must be spayed or neutered unless the owner qualifies for one of the following exemptions:
holds a valid dog fancier, cat fancier permit, breeder permit or professional animal handler permit
the dog is used by a law enforcement agency as a law enforcement dog
the dog is used by a search and rescue agency for search and rescue activities
Please note that many search and rescue dogs are privately owned and would not be exempt under the current proposal
The dog is a service animal such as a guide animal, hearing animal, assistance animal, seizure alert animal or social/therapy animal
The dog is being used by a pound, shelter, humane society or similar organization, whether public or private, the principal purpose of which is securing the adoption of dogs or cats, provided that such organization has a policy and rules requiring the spaying or neutering of all dogs and cats placed for adoption
All puppies or kittens born to dogs and cats that have not been spayed/neutered as required will be forfeited and may be given to the local shelter for adoption
This is a particularly puzzling provision if the goal is to reduce the number of animals in the shelter. Why would the city confiscate puppies and kittens who would likely find good homes without their interference? A fine would be understandable, but confiscation is unreasonable.
Fines for violation
$250 for a first offense
$500 for a second offense
$1000 for a third offense
These fines are outrageously high and will likely force some owners to surrender their pets
The fine is reduced by 80% if the animal is sterilized within 30 days, however as these surgeries themselves cost hundreds of dollars, that does not help individuals who cannot afford the fines
Impounded dogs or cats that are intact, but whose owners do not qualify for one of the above exemptions must be sterilized prior to release
The current wording of this section seems to mandate that animal control perform the sterilization, and would deny owners the ability to take the animal to a veterinarian of their own choosing
Provides that impounded animals be kept for only 72 hours
Three days is a short time frame, especially as it is not specified that these are business days. A family on vacation for a long weekend may return home to find their pet has been impounded and adopted out to someone else
Requires that impounded animals be microchipped and that the owner pay for the microchipping prior to release
This only adds to the fees owners are required to pay for reclaiming their animal
No fee for this service is specified
The ordinance does not require the microchip be enrolled with a national registry. The implantation of the chip does not help recover the animal, only enrollment with a national registry will provide the owners contact information
Pet Stores are required to provide the following information to Department of Detention and Enforcement
The name and residence address of the buyer
The address of the location where the dog or cat will reside, if not the same as the buyers address
The breed and approximate age
A description, including principal colors
Failure to provide this information shall be grounds for non-renewal of, or disciplinary action against, a business license
It is unreasonable to require a business to violate their customers privacy in this manner
Since many shoppers may not reside within the city, it will create burdensome paperwork that in many cases will be useless
May cause shoppers to choose pet stores that are not within the Las Vegas City limits, costing those stores business
Will increase costs for stores when they have to sterilize any animals that may be over 4 months of age
May in fact deter these stores from selling older animals

AKC Government Relations

8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 100

Raleigh, NC 27617

919-816-3720

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ShowDogVideoPros will be providing professional videography services for the Bulldog Club of America National Specialty Show, BCA Division VI Specialty Show and the Heart of America Bulldog Club Specialty Show this year. Their video feeds will be available on large overhead screens in the ballroom, on the hotel TV access channel, and as streaming video on the Internet!

Superb quality, fully edited video DVDs will be offered for sale. Every dog in every class of every event will be shown on-screen with their AKC registered name, sire and dam! Here is the website for PRE-ORDERS: http://showdogvideopros.com/Bulldog.html

SPECIAL DEALS

PRE-ORDERS

Video DVD orders placed through the last day of the show will qualify for BIG DISCOUNTS and FREE shipping and handling (a $10 - $40 value).

Go to this website: http://showdogvideopros.com/Bulldog.html

JUNIOR HANDLERS

Get a FREE promotional clip on disk and have it posted to YouTube (10 minute limit).

ShowDogVideoPros supports JUNIORS!!

***NEW*** DVDs-TO-GO

ShowDogVideoPros will sell videos on disk at the show that you can TAKE HOME WITH YOU.

They will also post the exact same clips on YouTube (10 minute limit) for you at NO CHARGE.

www.2009bcanationalshow.com

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Nationals health clinic
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Link to information on the clinic and links to the forms can be found here;

http://bcahealth.homestead.com

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Nationals counts are in..
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National Show 543 Total Entries 378 Dogs 1 Obedience
Division 6 347 Total Entries 337 Dogs
HABC 312 Total Entries 303 Dogs

www.2009bcanationalshow.com

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*** SiTTiNgBuLLiES "CRaSh ThE SuPeRBoWL" CoMMeRCiAL ***
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My #2 son, Jake, has put together several commercials for the Doritos "Crash the Superbowl" commercial contest. The top prize is $1 Mill, with several $25K prizes.

For one of his entries ThE GaNG got in on the action. Most of the ads feature Jake's locally famous "nerd" character, "Edward Gibbs". Jake did the writing, filming, editing AND acting (yes, he was "behind the camera" AND hamming it up in front at the same time)!...Talk about multi-tasking!

Here's GaBe & ThE GaLs starring in "A Trick for a Treat" (you need Flash Player to be able to play the vids--doesn't work on my computer, but I can watch them on hubby's!)...

A Trick for a Treat:
http://www.crashthesuperbowl.com/#/video/1373

Here are the other entries if you want to check them out, too--the first one also stars my grandson, Taylor & the Library one has Jake's older brother, Jared, as rival nerd

Stranger Danger:
http://www.crashthesuperbowl.com/#/video/1357

Gibbs' Gadget V.1 ("snack strong"):
http://www.crashthesuperbowl.com/#/video/1367

Edward's Library Secret:
http://www.crashthesuperbowl.com/#/video/1362

Very Attached:
http://www.crashthesuperbowl.com/#/video/1378

A couple pix of Jake from The Archives...

Jake and Chubbs playing in a box from SEVERAL years ago (my girl was a youngster then and so was my BoY!)

Here's Jake with his wife, Jill, and son, Taylor...

*** Don't forget to VOTE & ViEW Gabe's America's Funniest Video today! ***

http://site.abc.go.com/primetime/afv/?pn=player&itemId=6325790

NOTE: Photos property of SittingBullies.com All rights reserved.

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Very COOL!
by Jaime Gerdes
Neat videos. Of course the dogs are THE BEST!

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I'm sort of partial to that one, too :)
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They all make me smile though. Even if he doesn't win, he did us proud!

Posted on Nov 15, 2009, 5:15 PM
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AKC Legislative Newsletter
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November 2009

From our Nation's Capitol
The AKC is monitoring a number of issues in Congress of interest to purebred dog owners. Read about them here.

News from the State Capitols
Four state legislatures (Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania), and the District of Columbia are currently in session. Forty-six states have adjourned their regular sessions or are in recess. For the latest information on the over 850 state and federal bills being tracked by the Government Relations Department, visit our 2009 Legislation Tracking page. This page, updated daily, provides the latest bill text, status, and any Legislative Alerts posted by the AKC.

For more information on any of the measures mentioned, contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org.

Here are some of the highlights.

Local Battles
Although most state legislatures have adjourned, many municipalities are still considering ordinances that could affect your rights as dog owners. If you hear of an issue in your town or county, contact us at (919) 816-3720 or doglaw@akc.org. We will be happy to provide you with the resources, tools, and support you need to help fight for responsible dog ownership in your community. Here are some examples of the approximately 100 local issues we are monitoring.

Louisville Court Ruling May Have Broader Implications
On October 2, a United States District Court judge issued his decision in the case of the Louisville Kennel Club, Inc. v. Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government. A significant victory for the Louisville Kennel Club, the judge's decision features two key rulings that may also prove to be of great importance for dog owners nationwide.

Among many new provisions, the animal control ordinance passed in Louisville required only owners of unaltered dogs to obtain written approval for dog enclosures. The ordinance also required anyone accused of animal cruelty to post bond for the care of their seized animals, or risk forfeiture- even if the owners were later found not guilty.

The judge declared that there is no rational basis for treating owners of unaltered dogs differently than owners of sterilized dogs. As a result, the portion of the law regarding enclosures was ruled to be an unconstitutional violation of equal protection and substantive due process. The bond requirements for animal cruelty accusations were also ruled to be an unconstitutional violation of due process.

"We congratulate the Louisville Kennel Club and their co-plaintiffs on their leadership in opposing the Louisville ordinance," said Dennis Sprung, President and CEO of the American Kennel Club. "We are confident that this decision will encourage communities to consider the interests of responsible dog breeders and owners when making changes to their animal ordinances."

Make Your Contact Count
Many legislatures will reconvene in January, and some are already beginning pre-filing bills for the 2010 sessions. A few states are still in session and considering bills that impact responsible dog owners. Additionally, numerous local municipalities are considering legislation that may affect you as a dog owner or breeder. As you consider contacting your public officials, here are a few simple steps to help ensure your communications are effective.

Download and print this new document filled with helpful information on how to communicate with public officials.

AKC Presents Community Achievement Awards
Each quarter, the AKC honors up to three AKC-affiliated clubs, federations, or club members for outstanding contributions to canine public education and government relations efforts. The three Community Achievement Award recipients for this quarter exemplify the impact dog fanciers and owners can have on their community and their legislatures. Read more.

This has been a challenging year for dog fanciers and breeders. More than ever before, it seems our rights to own and breed dogs are under attack. Yet in spite of these challenges, we have much to be thankful for, as this year we have also had a significant number of legislative victories.

I encourage you to take a few minutes to review our ever-growing list of legislative successes posted on our web site. On the state and local level, thousands of fanciers and breeders have worked tirelessly to protect our rights with great success. The AKC has worked in collaboration with them to defeat local and state-level mandatory spay/neuter proposals, numerous breed-specific bills, ownership limits, and also to defeat or significantly amend over 90 percent of the "breeder bills" introduced so far this year.

As we pause a moment to count our blessings, it's also important to remember that our work continues. As you will see throughout this issue, numerous states and municipalities still need your help. Whether or not your state or community is currently considering canine legislation, please continue to contact your legislators, invite them to dog shows, and let them know the good works you are doing in your community. All of these are simple ways you can educate public officials about who we are and the work we do on behalf of dogs and their owners. This issue also includes some helpful tips on how to communicate with legislators, so you can be sure you are being an effective advocate.

This edition highlights three examples of how we as dog owners, fanciers, and breeders can make a difference in our community. We thank these three Community Achievement Award recipients, our state federations, clubs, and the thousands of people who have worked so hard this year to protect our rights as dog owners. We also extend a special word of thanks to the legislators and public officials who have voted in favor of protecting responsible dog ownership.

Thank you for partnering with us, and we look forward to continue working together to stand up for responsible dog ownership.

All the best,

Sheila Goffe
Director of Government Relations

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Phone: (919) 816-3720

Email: doglaw@akc.org
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