BARKER BLOG

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.

HELP!

Do you see this wonderful lady? This lady is our long-time Treasurer, Betty Chapman. And she needs help.

If you are interested in

helping the club,

can donate 5 hours per month,

know how to balance your check book,

can read emails, and

possibly use or learn to use accounting software,

please contact Betty Chapman.

Club Calendar

September 4, 2023 (Labor Day)

Next Board Meeting via Zoom. May get rescheduled.

September 6, 2023. 6:00 PM. Table on the Green.

Dinner and Dog Talk (General Membership Meeting)

October 2, 2023 – 6:00 PM Via ZOOM.

October Board of Directors Meeting

October 4, 2023. 6:00 PM. Table on the Green.

Dinner and Dog Talk (General Membership Meeting)

October 30, 2023. 6:00 PM. Via ZOOM

November Board Meeting.

December tbd, 2023

Our Club’s Annual Holiday Party. Plans will be announced.