BARKER BLOG

MCKC DOG SHOW

Those attending the September General Meeting learned that the Club is researching the possibility of moving our dog shows to Lumberton’s Southeastern Agricultural Center, and to join into a Cluster with Myrtle Beach Kennel Club.

Initial projections show that the move, though no longer in Moore County, would reduce our expenses by $18,000. The location is much less expensive to rent, and our club would not need to build all of the infrastructure such as the Tents, Golf Carts, Bathrooms et. al.

The show would become a 4 day show, with MCKC taking 2 days.

The Ag Center is Indoors and climate controlled. And that is increasingly attractive to exhibitors.

Moving our shows would be a huge departure for this club. We all have loved providing our county a dog show since 1987. But expenses aside, the quality of the turf and suitability to our dogs came to a fever pitch at our 2023 shows.

NO FINAL DECISION HAS BEEN MADE. But it will be a hot topic of discussion at the October 2 Board Zoom Meeting.

Updates to Dog Import Requirement

USDA APHIS Proposed Rule Seeks to Formalize African Swine Fever-Related Dog Import Requirements

By AKC Government Relations

Published: Sep 28, 2023 | 2 Minutes

The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS) is proposing new rules to establish requirements regarding the importation of live dogs for resale, whether through retail or wholesale channels or fee-based adoption, from regions where African Swine Fever (ASF) exists or is reasonably believed to exist.  The proposed rules would formalize requirements that have been in place since August 2021.  USDA APHIS is also proposing a technical change with regard to microchips.

ABOUT ASF
While not a threat to human health, African Swine Fever is a highly contagious and deadly viral disease affecting both domestic and feral swine of all ages, leading to extremely high rates of morbidity and mortality. ASF can be transmitted via dogs’ fur and bedding.

Currently, ASF exists or is believed to exist in the following regions and countries:  The continent of Africa; Armenia; Austria; Azerbaijan; Belarus; Belgium; Bhutan; Bosnia and Herzegovina; Brazil; Bulgaria; Burma; Cambodia; China; Croatia; Cuba; Cyprus; Czech Republic; Denmark; Dominican Republic; Estonia; any restricted zone in the European Union (EU) or Northern Ireland established by the EU, or any EU Member State or Northern Ireland because of detection of ASF; Finland; France; Georgia; Germany; Greece ; Haiti; Hong Kong; Hungary; India; Indonesia; Ireland; Italy; Latvia; Lithuania; Luxembourg; North Korea; South Korea; Kosovo; Laos; Malaysia; Malta; Mauritius; Moldova; Mongolia; Nepal; Netherlands; North Macedonia; Papua New Guinea; Philippines; Poland; Portugal; Romania; Russia; Sao Tome and Principe; Serbia; Singapore; Spain; Sweden; Taiwan; Thailand; Timor-Leste; Ukraine; United Kingdom; and Vietnam.

WHAT’S REQUIRED
A U.S. importer must obtain an APHIS Animal Care Import permit for dog(s) intended for resale and satisfy all import requirements.  Dogs imported for resale must also meet all of the following APHIS Veterinary Services (VS) import requirements:

  • Dog(s) and their shipping crate/container must be free of dirt, wood shavings, hay, straw, or any other organic/natural bedding material.
  • All bedding that accompanies the dog(s) during transit must be properly disposed of at the post-entry point(s) of concentration in a way that prevents introduction or spread of ASF.
  • Dog(s) must have a microchip that meets APHIS-approved standards, and the microchip number must be verified immediately before the animal is bathed.  This is a proposed technical change that will provide APHIS with flexibility to make changes to the list of acceptable identification that will not require a separate rulemaking process.
  • Dog(s) must be bathed at the U.S. post-entry point(s) of concentration within two calendar days of arrival, to be documented on the VS Dog Import Record.

Both parts of the APHIS VS Dog Import Record must be completed and submitted for each shipment of imported dog(s) intended for resale.  Additionally, the VS Dog Import Record verifying the completion of all APHIS VS import requirements for every dog in the shipment must be submitted to APHIS within two business days following the dogs’ entry into the U.S.

WHAT YOU CAN DO
USDA APHIS will accept comments from the public through Monday, November 27, 2023.  Go to https://www.regulations.gov/document/APHIS-2022-0014-0001 to submit comments online.  In the alternative, send comments via postal mail or commercial deliver to:

Docket No. APHIS-2022-0014
Regulatory Analysis and Development
PPD, APHIS
Stations 3A-03.8
4700 River Road
Unit 118
Riverdale, Maryland 20737-1238

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT
Dr. Mary Kate Anderson
Staff Veterinary Medical Officer
Live Animal Imports, Veterinary Services, APHIS
(301) 851-3300
LAIE@usda.gov

American Kennel Club Government Relations Department
(919)816-3720
Doglaw@akc.org

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS:
October 2, 2023 – BOD Meeting by Zoom
October 4, 2023 – Dinner & Dog Talk. Announcement of Candidates for 2023.
October 30, 2023 – November Board Meeting by Zoom
Halloween – Fast Cat Event at Jane’s.
Halloween – Agility Trial
November 1, 2023 – Dinner and Dog Talk – Emergency Planning for your Dogs
December TBA, 2023 – Annual Holiday Party

BRAGS

Kathy Pellerino & Bindi

BN Title at Cape Fear – Final 2 legs. #3 Amstaff FAST Cat. Kathy Pellerino. She is invited to Invitational in Orlando for Fast Cat.

ARCHER & Melissa DeWitt.

BN Obedience Title. BOB at Raleigh Conformation Shows. Melissa now owns his sister, Mereda.

URSULA WALSH –

Took her dogs to first UKI agility trials. Distances are much longer.

Posie got 3 first places.

Ozzie finished the course.

NIKKO – Kathy Pellerino.

Had his debut in agility – went 2 out of 4.

JUSTICE — Ellen Mantel Pfann –

Two Obedience Titles in just three outings – CD and PCD.

JEFFERIE CADE –

5 of her pups are in the top 20 list in German Pinscher Breed.

PIPER – Kathy Scheidemann.

Earned her Breed championship.

2 Obedience passes toward her CD. Also got her CGC.

JANE HAMMETT –

Championship in Greensboro.

BOB over 3 of 4 Days in Raleigh.

AKC FIT DOG TURKEY TROT

It’s almost Thanksgiving! We are pleased to announce the third annual
AKC FIT DOG Turkey Trot.

What is it?

The AKC FIT DOG Turkey Trot is a virtual 5K (3.1 miles) that people do with their dogs. This non-competitive 5K Turkey Trot can be done all at one time, or in smaller segments on multiple days so that everyone (people and dogs) can participate at their own pace. This can be a walk or run activity.

The AKC FIT DOG Turkey Trot is a virtual 5K (3.1 miles) that people do with their dogs. This non-competitive 5K Turkey Trot can be done all at one time, or in smaller segments on multiple days so that everyone (people and dogs) can participate at their own pace. This can be a walk or run activity.

This year, Turkey Trot proceeds will be used to support programs for AKC Juniors. Juniors participate in multiple AKC events, and they can earn scholarships for their education.

Details

  • Between September 1, 2023, and December 15, 2023, you and your dog can walk/run your 5K. 
  • The 5K (3.1 miles) can be walked/run all at once for people and dogs who are fit, or you may break your 5K into as many days/sessions as you need to keep you and your dog safe. 
  • You and your dog can do the Turkey Trot on your own, with a group of friends and their dogs, or with your AKC FIT DOG club. 
  • This Turkey Trot can be done anywhere that you and your dog are welcome to walk/run – in a local park, on a trail, or in your neighborhood. 
  • We are keeping the Turkey Trot open past Thanksgiving for those who are running/walking in segments. 

Registration Fee

How It Works

  • Between September 1, 2023, and December 12, 2023, complete the 5K (3.1 miles) with your dog. This can be all at once, or in as many days/sessions as you need. 
  • Document your distances and times on a smartphone, smartwatch (or similar device), or on a written log. 
  • Order your attractive AKC FIT DOG Turkey Trot medal. 

The AKC FIT DOG Turkey Trot is done on an honor system. We are allowing medals to be ordered now so that AKC FIT DOG clubs and participants have them in time for Thanksgiving Turkey Trot photos.

The Turkey Trot counts toward AKC FIT DOG title points!

LIMITED SUPPLIES – ORDER YOUR MEDAL SOON!

ORDER YOUR MEDAL

AKC Fit Dog

Now, more than ever, fitness is important for both dogs and people. The most commonly recommended exercise is walking.

The Fun Committee will be discussing re-enacting the Fit Dog Group. This is where we walk together with our dogs. The AKC will recognize us as a group if we conduct at least 4 group fitness walks per year or conduct regularly scheduled canine fitness / conditioning classes.

If you have interest in this, please contact either Carol Dowd or Ellen Pfann.

Upcoming Elections

Thank you to Member Naomi Johnson for stepping up to Chair Moore County Kennel Club’s Nominating committee!

The Club will require 2-4 new Directors/Officers to start in 2024. Anyone interested in being more involved with our club, please contact Naomi. She will need people to sit on the committee, as well as some membership to fill vacancies.