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Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS Specialty Show Committee ......................................................................................... 3 Specialty Treasurer ..................................................................................................... 5 Schedule of Events ..................................................................................................... 7 Agility ......................................................................................................................... 20 Annual Banquet ......................................................................................................... 27 Auctions ..................................................................................................................... 26 Herding Titled Dog & Bitch Classes ............................................................................ 15 Breeders Education .................................................................................................... 21 Catalog Ads ................................................................................................................ 12 Cerf Eye Clinic............................................................................................................. 22 CGC & TDI ................................................................................................................... 23 Consolidated Order Form ............................................................................................ 6 DNA Collection ........................................................................................................... 22 EMERGENCY VET ....................................................................................................... 35 Forms (PARADE, RV, VENDOR, CATALOG AD) ........................................................... 31 Grooming .................................................................................................................. 25 Herding ....................................................................................................................... 18 Host Hotel .................................................................................................................... 9 Judges Education........................................................................................................ 21 Junior Showmanship, Knowledge Bowl/Pizza Party .................................................. 16 Juniors Participation Bags .......................................................................................... 16 Maps & Directions...................................................................................................... 35 Megan Competition ................................................................................................... 14 Obedience .................................................................................................................. 20 Operating Fund ............................................................................................................ 5 Parade of Title Holders/Champions, Rescue Dogs, Therapy Dogs ............................ 24 Performance & Companion Trophy Funds Raffle ...................................................... 17 Performance/Companion Dinner .............................................................................. 28 Photo Contest ............................................................................................................ 13 Photographer ............................................................................................................. 29 Rally ............................................................................................................................ 20 Rules & Guidelines (CWCCA, Hotel) ........................................................................... 11 RV Information ........................................................................................................... 33 Silent Auction ............................................................................................................. 26 Vendors ..................................................................................................................... 31 Videographer ............................................................................................................. 28 Volunteers .................................................................................................................. 28 Ways & Means ........................................................................................................... 29 Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 SHOW COMMITTEES Show Chair – Doug Greig Asst Show Chair—Brenda Medlock Along with the Officers & Directors of the CWCCA are the following listed committees Specialty Treasurer ------------------------------------------------------Ingrid Greig Specialty Superintendent----------------------------------------------Foy Trent Dog Shows, LLC Agility Chair ---------------------------------------------------------------Kathy Metcalfe Agility Secretary ---------------------------------------------------------Judith K Walker Artist ------------------------------------------------------------------------Nancy Wilson Bathing Area/Equipment ---------------------------------------------Charles & Sue Harrison Breeders Education -----------------------------------------------------Susan Lassila Brochure/Passport Design --------------------------------------------Doug Greig Catalog Advertising -----------------------------------------------------Penni Adrian CGC / TDI (Certified by both AKC and TDI) -----------------------Cecelia & Don Williams Chief Ring Steward -----------------------------------------------------Janet Robinson Assistant Ring Steward -------------------------------------------------Jonathon Greig Check-In table ------------------------------------------------------------Jonathon Greig Conformation Coordinator -------------------------------------------Foy Trent Dog Shows, LLC Conformation Trophies ------------------------------------------------Cindy Bossi Consolidated Order Form ---------------------------------------------Ingrid Greig CWCCA Ways & Means ------------------------------------------------Don Lassila DNA Collection -----------------------------------------------------------Jeff Welch Emergency Response Coordinator ---------------------------------Jeff Money Eye Clinic Chair -----------------------------------------------------------Jeff Welch Eye Clinic Ophthalmologist -------------------------------------------Dr. McKinnon Grooming Space ---------------------------------------------------------Marla Gardner Grounds Chairman -----------------------------------------------------Herding Chair -------------------------------------------------------------Susan Long Herding Instinct Test ---------------------------------------------------Michele Neubauer Herding Secretary -------------------------------------------------------Ms Gay Silvia Herding Trophies -------------------------------------------------------- Cheryl Kienast Hospitality Coordinator ------------------------------------------------Janet Suber Hospitality Ringside & Fund Raising for Breaks ----------------Janet Suber Judges' Education -------------------------------------------------------Teddy McDowell Judges’ Gifts ---------------------------------------------------------------Vivian Moran Judges' Hospitality ------------------------------------------------------Janet Robinson/Jonathon Greig Juniors' Chair, Program, Trophies & Gifts ------------------------Mandy Bossi Megan Chairman --------------------------------------------------------Cindy Bossi Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Megan Secretary ------------------------------------------------------- Foy Trent Dog Shows, LLC SHOW COMMITTEES (cont.) Obedience Chair -------------------------------------------------------- Sheri Morrow O’Brien Obedience Secretary -------------------------------------------------- Foy Trent Dog Shows, LLC Parade Coordinator ---------------------------------------------------- Tammy Batac Photo Contest ----------------------------------------------------------- Pam Brand Photographer ------------------------------------------------------------ Phyllis Ensley Photography Raffle ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Brenda Medlock Rally Chair ---------------------------------------------------------------- Sheri Morrow O’Brien Rally Secretary ---------------------------------------------------------- Foy Trent Dog Shows, LLC Ring & Table Decorations -------------------------------------------- Debbie Brooks/Ingrid Greig RV Reservations & Parking ------------------------------------------ Don Lassila Silent Auction ----------------------------------------------------------- Brenda Medlock Specialty Welcome Bags --------------------------------------------- Brenda Medlock Trophy Solicitor - Conformation ----------------------------------- Cindy Bossi Trophy Solicitor - Performance ------------------------------------- Michele Neubauer Vendors Chair ----------------------------------------------------------- Jan Prichard Videographer ------------------------------------------------------------ Alex Cartabio, Domino Video Website ------------------------------------------------------------------- Jeri Lamy Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 SPECIALTY TREASURER SPECIALTY TREASURER NEEDS YOUR HELP The CWCCA Treasurer asks that all committee chairs that are collecting funds to please be sure to forward these funds on a regular basis to the CWCCA Treasurer. When forwarding the funds, please include an accounting sheet which indicates a list of each check amount, its owner, and the check number. This will help keep track of the incoming funds. As you send the funds, please keep a copy of the list, in order to help with tracking if there is a problem. TO ANYONE SUBMITTING CHECKS – Please be sure to make your checks out to “CWCCA” and indicate National Specialty on them. Also, if possible, please indicate what it is for – photo contest – consolidated order form, etc. IF YOU NEED REIMBURSEMENT FOR EXPENDITURES – THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT – YOU MUST HAVE RECEIPTS TO RECEIVE REIMBURSEMENTS. When requesting funds for monies you have spent please follow a couple of easy directions. Please label the receipt with your name and the purpose of the purchase. Our Treasurer is not permitted to expend monies without receipts. Your cooperation will be appreciated. If you need to contact the Treasurer, Ingrid Greig, P.O. Box 0069, Willoughby, Ohio 44096-0069. Phone Number: 440-364-2727 Email Address: [email protected] OPERATING FUND Your contributions to the Operating Fund help to add more hospitality to your National. The entries, specialty wear purchases, raffles and silent auction all help, but they cannot make up all of the hidden costs. Even a small amount will be very much appreciated. Thanks in advance for helping to make this 73rd ANNUAL NATIONAL SPECIALTY a very special show!!!! Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 CONSOLIDATED ORDER FORM Consolidated Order Forms Due: April 8, 2015 Once again, we will be offering our traditional choices of t-shirts, long sleeve t-shirts and sweatshirts and bath towels. All of these items will only be available as a pre order on the Consolidated Form; these items will not be sold at the 2015 National Specialty. The design on these items will be in color and will be available in either screen-printing or embroidery dependent on the item. Important Information and Instructions The Consolidated Order Form will be found on the website at http://www.cardigancorgis.com/NS2015 It is very important that you follow a few simple directions when filling out the forms. Please write down or make a copy of your order form before you mail it (including the sizes on T-Shirts and Sweatshirts). The Consolidated Order Form, must reach Ingrid by Wednesday, April 8, 2015 If you are not attending the National Specialty and you wish to place your order, please indicate on your form whether it is to be mailed or who will be picking up your items for you. If you are having someone else pick up your items, please give them the list of items that you have ordered. Please make all checks payable to the “CWCCA” Please double check your figures and make sure that you remember to include the payment. Mail all Consolidated Order Forms as soon as possible to: Ingrid Greig P.O. Box 0069 Willoughby, Ohio 44096-0069 Email: [email protected] Phone: 440-364-2727 Thank You For Your Cooperation !!! Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Sat, May 9, 2015 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FINAL SCHEDULE WILL POST ON WEBSITE AFTER ENTRIES CLOSE Agility Trial #1 (Fast, Standard & JWW) Judge: Susan Stephon Play Dog Excellence Chattanooga, TN Judge: Susan Stephon Play Dog Excellence Chattanooga, TN Woods End Farm Watkinsville, Ga Sun, May 10, 2015 Agility Trail #2 (T2B, Standard & JWW) Herding Instinct Testing 4:30pm Mon, May 11, 2015 Herding trials #1 & #2 Judge: Claire Hamilton (herding tested sheep, pre-trial tested sheep course A ducks course B ducks & course A sheep Judge: Sandra Lindenmuth all started, intermediate & advanced) COF orders pick up 12 pm - 5pm Woods End Farm Watkinsville, Ga Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel Lobby Tue, May 12, 2015 COF orders pick up 8am - 4pm Chattanooga Choo Choo Hotel Lobby Obedience Trial #1 (Morning) Judge: Kenneth Kincaid " Rally Trial #1 (Morning) Judge: Aimee Kincaid " Obedience Trial #2 (Afternoon) Judge: Aimee Kincaid " Rally Trial #2 (afternoon) Judge: Kenneth Kincaid " Performance/Companion Dinner Chattanooga Choo Choo CGC & TDI Testing Eval: Cecelia & Don Williams Wed, May 13, 2015 Wed, May 13, 2015 COF orders pick up 8am - 5pm Puppy Sweepstakes Puppy Dogs, Bitches, Best & Best Opp Veteran Sweepstakes Vet Dogs, Bitches, Best & Best Opp Megan Competition No dinner, light ringside hospitality TBD Wed, May 13, 2015 Track 29 Judge: Jennifer Roberson Track 29 " Judge: Jennifer Roberson " " Judges: Marla Gardner, Vivian Moran & Joann Pape " Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Thu, May 14, 2015 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FINAL SCHEDULE WILL POST ON WEBSITE AFTER ENTRIES CLOSE COF orders pick up 8am - 2 pm Regular Dog Classes Non-Regular Classes Veteran Dogs Herding Titled Dogs 4 to 6 Month Puppy CGC & TDI Testing Cocktail Party - Raffle Track 29 Judge: Bill Shelton Judge: Bill Shelton " " " Eval: Cecelia & Don Williams Track 29 " " " " TBD Chattanooga Choo CHoo " Junior Showmanship Judge: Bill Shelton Track 29 Regular Bitch Classes Non-Regular Classes Veteran Bitches Herding Titled Bitches Eye Clinic / DNA packets 4p to 7p " Judge: Bill Shelton " " Chair: Jeff Welch " " " " Chattanooga Choo Choo Track 29 Annual Meeting & Awards Fri, May 15, 2015 Parade of Title Holders Parade of Therapy Dogs " Parade of Rescue Dogs " Breeders Education Chair : Susan Lassila Junior Knowledge Bowl & Pizza Party Chair: Mandy Bossi Sat, May 16, 2015 Sat, May 16, 2015 Sat, May 16, 2015 Best of Breed Judge: Bill Shelton Track 29 Chattanooga Choo Choo Chattanooga Choo Choo Best Puppy, Best BBE, Best Veteran " " Non-Regular Classes " " Stud Dog " " Brood Bitches " " Brace " Annual Banquet " Chattanooga Choo Choo Silent Auction & Live Auction Sun, May 17, 2015 " Sun, May 17, 2015 Sun, May 17, 2015 Have a safe trip home ! Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 HOST HOTEL CHATTANOOGA CHOO CHOO 1400 Market Street Chattanooga, TN 37402 (423) 266-5000 //(800) 872-2529 http://www.choochoo.com Our goal at the Chattanooga Choo Choo is to provide a pleasant place for all guests. We want to be successful at hosting your dog show, and all dog shows, so that we can continue to hold similar events in the future. Please help us by following the guidelines listed on the following pages. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions please contact a member of our management team. We hope that you enjoy your stay with us, and we look forward to serving you! Rate for CWCCA group: $99.00 plus tax per night. This rate will apply May 10—May 16. There is a $50 Pet Fee Charge for having dogs in your room and you will be asked to sign the “Dog Show Guidelines” (next page) when you arrive. Reservation cut off date is April 19, 2015 Check in time: after 3:00 PM Check out time: before 11:00 AM Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 HOST HOTEL DOG SHOW GUIDELINES DOG SHOW GUIDELINES Our goal at the Chattanooga Choo Choo is to provide a pleasant place for all guests. We want to be successful at hosting your dog show so that we can continue to hold similar events in the future. Please help us by following the guidelines listed below. If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions please contact a member of our management team. We hope you enjoy your stay with us and we look forward to serving you! There will be a maximum of six (6) dogs allowed per room. The guest will be charged a one-time non-refundable dog fee of $50.00 per stay. This fee applies to all guests. Fee is fixed and will not change whether guest stays one night or five nights. Dogs left unattended in guestrooms must be crated. Plastic sheeting must be placed under each crate. Housekeeping must be allowed to clean a guestroom at least every two days. Please hang ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign on door if you do not want housekeeping service that day. Housekeeper will leave fresh towels on days no service was provided. Owners/exhibitors should bring their own towels for bathing dogs. A daily inventory for missing or damaged towels will be taken. Any necessary charges will be applied to the guest’s bill. Individual guests will be responsible for any damage to a guestroom or any hotel property. This includes, but is not limited to, replacement cost for carpeting if odors or stains cannot be removed with traditional cleaning methods. Bedspreads will be removed prior to guests checking into rooms. If there are no dogs in room, the bedspreads will be returned to guestroom. Dogs are to be leashed at all times when out of the guestroom. Dogs will not be allowed in the following public areas: restaurants, lounge, public function space and the respective hallways to the areas listed. Exceptions will be made when functions call for the dogs to be in these areas. Extension cords are not allowed to be plugged in to rooms from a vehicle, trailer or camper in the parking lot. If the hotel receives excessive barking complaints from a guestroom, guests will be asked to check out immediately. The hotel and a member of the show committee will investigate any problem areas that are outlined in this agreement. Any guest not adhering to this agreement will be asked to check out of the hotel without refund. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 NOTICE TO DOG OWNERS, EXHBITORS AND HANDLERS GENERAL RULES EXHIBITORS, PLEASE KEEP YOUR ROOMS AND YOUR GROOMING AREA CLEAN AND PICK UP AFTER YOUR DOGS IN ORDER TO ASSURE THE FUTURE USE OF OUR HOST FACILITIES. When you or your agent sign the entry form, you automatically agree to the following terms concerning your stay in any hotel or motel during the duration of our Specialty. Exhibitors with recreational vehicles should follow the rules as applicable. These rules have been established for the good of all exhibitors and to help maintain good relationships between the dog show community and hotels/motels. 1. Plastic sheeting must be placed under every crate in a hotel/motel room. This will keep carpets clean and dry. It is the responsibility of each exhibitor to provide their own plastic sheeting. 2. Dogs must be crated when owner is out of the room. NO EXCEPTIONS! 3. Dogs must be kept on leash at all times while in the hotel/motel , lobbies or on the hotel/motel grounds with the exception of dogs in exercise pens or performance dogs practicing, warming up or trialing. 4. Under no circumstances can adhesive tape, tacks or any kind of sticky adhesives be used on the guest room doors. 5. No grooming or bathing of dogs in any guestroom. Bathing may only be done in the designated bathing area. Exhibitors must supply own shampoo and towels. Hotel/motel towels may not be used for bathing dogs. 6. The hotel/motel management may choose to remove all bedspreads from guestrooms occupied with dogs. Guests should provide sheets or covers for all beds and sofas or chairs in their rooms to avoid significant dog hair accumulation on the furniture. 7. Hotel/motel guests are requested to voluntarily report damages when and if they occur. Rooms will be inspected daily by members of the hotel/motel staff & observed violations or damages will be reported to the hotel/motel management and/or the Specialty Investigative Committee. 8. Dogs should only be “exercised” in designated areas on motel premises. Every dog owner is expected to pick up after their own dog(s) & dispose of waste in designated trash cans. Failure to do so should be reported to the Specialty Investigative Committee. Observe “no dogs” posted areas. It is the responsibility of the dog owner/ agent to find out from the hotel’s staff where these areas and cans are located if not clearly marked. Do not allow your dog to urinate or defecate on the hotel/motel buildings, or on the landscaped areas of the hotel. 9. Due to health regulations and the presence of non-dog owning guests at the host hotel, dogs are not allowed near food service areas or any area posted as prohibited. No dogs are allowed in the restaurant, lounge, pool or pool area, fitness center, meeting rooms (without club approval) or public restrooms. 10. Do not let your dog become a nuisance to your neighbor. There will be non-dog guests at the hotel. Excessive barking will be reported to the Specialty Investigative Committee and repeat violators may be asked to leave. 11. RV parking will be in an area designated by the hotel. RV parking at the specialty host hotel/motel is by prior reservation only. The specialty host hotel/motel will provide each RV staying on site with a Parking Permit. 12. RV’s are expected to keep their parking area neat and clean at all times. 13. Each dog owner/agent/RVer/guest is expected to cooperate with the hotel/motel and/or Specialty Investigative Committee. 14. Dog owners/agents/room registrants will be financially responsible for damage to hotel/motel rooms caused by their dog(s) or themselves. This includes, but not limited to replacement cost for carpeting if odors or stains cannot be removed by traditional cleaning methods. 15. Dog owners/ agents/room registrants/RVers are expected to settle damage claims on the spot, or else must be willing to furnish information, such as insurance policy numbers & other pertinent information as required/ requested. 16. Any guest found not to be following the above rules may be asked to leave the hotel/motel without a refund. Should a hotel/ motel, for cause, deem it necessary to cancel room privileges, the registrant agrees to forego legal actions against the CWCCA & the hotel/motel. 17. Exhibitors understand and agree that violations may be referred to the Event Committee if written charges are preferred. If such charges are upheld by the Event Committee, it may lead to suspension from future show privileges. 18. Hotels/motels have the right to charge a deposit (refundable or nonrefundable). The Specialty Investigative Committee, working in a fair and impartial manner, is charged with investigating complaints and will work closely with the Host hotel/motel Staff and Event Committee to enforce the above rules. Prompt and decisive action will be taken in the case of rule violations. Depending on the severity of misconduct, disciplinary actions may include charges against CWCCA members filed with the CWCCA Board of Directors or charges under American Kennel Club rules, which would be handled by the Event Committee acting as a Trial Board under the authority of the AKC. 19. The Host hotel/motel and Event Committee reserve the privilege of enacting additional rules as situations require. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Please show your support for the CWCCA and our wonderful breed by placing an ad in the 2015 CWCCA Specialty Catalog. So come one, come all, let’s flaunt, brag and show off our beautiful dogs by placing that ad!!! Final Deadline: Friday, April 1, 2015 For More Information, please contact Penni Adrian. A printable form may be downloaded from the National website at the following address: www.cardigancorgis.com/ns2015. April 1, 2015 All ads are full page 5” x 8” Black & White - $40.00 Color - $60.00 Inside Front or Back Cover - $90.00 Foy Trent Dog Shows, LLC will be publishing our catalogs and requires the following specifications. Acceptable File Formats: PDF * TIFF * JPG File Resolution: 300 DPI or Higher (for optimal quality), Grey Scale for all black and white ads please Photos: Actual photos may be submitted NO BLEEDS PLEASE All photos will be returned to the show chairman at the show. Please Make Check Payable to “Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America” Form included in this brochure Mail Check to: Penni Adrian PO Box 0699 Los Lunas, NM 87031 Photos and text should be emailed to Penni. [email protected] Camera ready ads will be designed and submitted to Foy Trent Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America 2015 National Specialty Photo Contest This contest is open to ALL amateur photographers. All photographs entered must include a Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Entries must be 8 X 10 photos matted in black to 11 X 14 with the following information on the back of photo: Name, Address and E-mail of Photographer. Also please note whether exposure was automatic or manual. Five categories: Portrait, Puppy, Action/Performance, Cardis and Friends and General. Action/Performance is back! Meanwhile, Comedy is taking a short break. NEW: Due to popular demand we are offering you a chance to have a little computer fun with your photos. Announcing our first ever "Over the Top Photoshop" category. These entries are for display only. No placements will be awarded, but the crowd at the specialty will vote on their favorite. Have fun and show us what you can do! Entry fee $5.00 per photograph. Make checks payable to the CWCCA. Mail photos and entry fees to: Pam Brand, CWCCA Photo Contest Chair 19248 White Oak Trail Kirksville, MO 63501 Contact Pam at [email protected] or 660-341-7197 CONTEST ENTRY DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 29, 2015 First, Second, Third, and Fourth awarded in each regular category. Attendees of the National Specialty will be able to cast a vote for the winner of the Karen Johnson Best In Show Award and best Over the Top Photoshop. Winner's names will be announced at the Annual Banquet. All Contest Entries may be picked up at the Annual Banquet, except First Place and BIS winners. First Place and BIS winners will be retained for publication in The Bulletin. If you will not be in attendance, you must I include a self-addressed postage paid package for the return of your photos. Unclaimed photos will become the property of the CWCCA and may be used in its publications. GOOD LUCK! Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 THE MEGAN The 22nd Annual Megan Competition (Formal Attire Requested) will be held Wednesday May 13, 2015 at the Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chattanooga Tennessee . Our thanks to Megan Chair, Cindy Bossi for making this year’s Competition one to remember!!!! Judges for the 2015 Megan are Marla Gardner, Vivian Moran & Joann Pape Formal Attire Tails by Cardigans The Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America, Inc dedicates the Megan Competition to the memory of Roberta Holden Bole, who brought the first Cardigans to this country in 1931. She was the guiding force behind the formation of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America in 1935. She organized many of the early Cardigan supported shows and Specialties. In all, Mrs. Bole imported more than 20 Cardigans. Some died in transit. Others she was never able to register. Nevertheless, through her continuing efforts, she was able to launch the breed in this country for all of us to enjoy. Advancing from the Preliminary or Intermediate Rounds is often referred to 'making the cut', and carries a great deal of prestige in being recognized among the pinnacles of Cardigan breed development. In that light, the Megan is traditionally considered a formal attire event. This competition is open to all Cardigan Welsh Corgis world wide that have completed the requirements for a conformation championship. AKC approval of this event is not required as this competition is considered a Fun Match, therefore non-pointed. The AKC does require that entries in this competition be restricted to dogs owned or co-owned by members of the CWCCA. Spayed or neutered champions, regardless of age, are eligible for this competition. The CWCCA requires that persons living in the same household, co-owning or co-breeding with any of the Megan judging panel cannot exhibit in that years Megan. Through the generosity of the members and friends of the CWCCA, this competition offers the following awards: • Best & Runner–Up in each of the eight classes divided by sex & color receive a rosette. • Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi – the Megan Award & Megan Medallion • Breeder of the Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi – the Hanging Rock Award & Megan Medallion. This is automatically given to the breeder of the dog winning the Megan Competition • Runner-Up to Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi – the Cadno Award & Megan Medallion • Best of Opposite Sex to Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi – the Cassie Award & Megan Medallion The Megan Medallion bears a likeness of the first American Champion Cardigan, MEGAN. Three judges and two alternates for this competition are selected by the CWCCA membership and may only judge the Megan once in a (5) year period and must have a minimum of ten (10) years experience in the breed. Below is a synopsis of the competition procedures. The official rules are published in the Premium List. There are eight (8) classes divided by sex and color in the Preliminary and Intermediate Rounds of competition. The Final Round is a single class consisting of the Bests from the Intermediate Round. The color divisions are Red/Sable, Brindle, Black and Blue Merle. Preliminary Round: Each of two judges will examine each entry individually on the table and then both judges will stand together while each entry is moved. When preliminary judging of the entire class is completed, each judge submits at least one but not more than four (1-4) entries that they wish to pass on to the Intermediate Round of competition. This selection process will result in a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of eight (8) entries advancing to the Intermediate Round from a class. Intermediate Round: Judging is similar to the Preliminary Round except the Judges are rotated. Best and RunnerUp in each class are selected with the Best moving on to the Final Round of competition. Final Round: The eight (8) class winners are judged together in the ring for the title Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi. When the Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi is selected, the Runner-Up from the class of the Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi from the Intermediate Round enters the ring to compete for Runner-Up to Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi and/or Best Opposite Sex to the Best Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Herding Titled Dog & Herding Titled Bitch Classes Any Cardigan Welsh Corgi over 6 months of age that has acquired an AKC Herding title of record will be eligible for this class. The winner of these classes will be eligible to compete for Best of Breed. A dog that has been neutered or spayed is NOT eligible to be exhibited in this Class. If entered in this class and BOB they may NOT be exhibited in BOB if they are defeated in the Herding Titled non-regular class. Instinct tests are a certificate, NOT a title and therefore do not qualify a dog for the class. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 JUNIOR PARTICIPATION BAGS JUNIORS SEMINAR & PIZZA PARTY ABOUT JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP Show our support for our Juniors, the future of our breed. Each Junior Showmanship entrant at the Nationals receives a “goodie bag” filled with great and exciting gifts for the junior and their dog. We are asking for you to help by donating items or funds so that we are able to carry this tradition forward. Please contact Mandy Bossi at (910) 777-9799 or [email protected] if you would like to make a donation. If making a monetary donation, please make check payable to "CWCCA". A hands on juniors seminar with your dog. A juniors seminar with former junior and professional handler, Ashley Schaffter. More details to follow when we know the ages and experience of our juniors. To be followed by a pizza party and fun at the pool. We will top off the evening with a pizza party & some fun at the pool. The first dog handling competition for youth at a formal dog show was held in 1932 at the Westbury Kennel Club Show in Long Island, New York, in the United States. In 1933 the Westminster Kennel Club in New York offered a children's handling class, and prizes were established in the names of early promoters of children's events, Leonard Brumby, Sr, and George F. Foley. The American Kennel Club recognized Junior Showmanship as a dog show class in 1971. Junior Showmanship offers youth between the ages of 9 and 18 years of age an opportunity to develop their handling skills, learn about good sportsmanship and learn about dogs and dog shows. Juniors are judged on their ability to present, or handle, their dogs as they would in the breed ring. Eligibility of Dog - Each dog must be owned or co-owned by the Junior Handler or by the Junior Handler's father, mother, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, grandfather, or grandmother, including the corresponding step and half relations, or by a member of the Junior Handler's household AKC Junior Showmanship Classes/Age Grouping: Novice: For youth who at the time entries close have not won three (3) first place awards, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Open: For youth who have won three first place awards in a Novice Class in a licensed or member show, with competition present in the Novice class. Juniors which according to their records have completed the requirements to compete in the Open class but whose status is unconfirmed by the American Kennel Club are limited to competing in the Open Class for a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the Junior completed the requirements according to their records. Master For youth who are at least nine (9) years old and under eighteen (18) years on the day of the show, and who have won the ten (10) first place wins in an Open Class with Competition to be eligible to enter the Limited Class Competition. The calendar for this class will be November 1 thru October 31 of the following year. All juniors meeting the criteria for this class are required to enter the Master Class and may change their entry the day of the show if entries have already closed. Once the eligibility time frame for that year has passed, all participants return to the Open Class to compete for the following year. Each of the regular classes are divided by age into Junior, Intermediate and Senior Classes. Junior: For youth at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show. Intermediate: For youth at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show. Senior: For youth at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show. In the catalog, you will see the above classes & age groups combined, such as Novice Junior, Open Senior, etc. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 ANNOUNCING The 3rd Annual National Specialty Trophy Funds Raffle Each person who makes a completed donation to ANY event at the 2015 National Specialty, with payment in hands of the CWCCA on or before April 1, 2015 will have his/her name placed in a drawing for the following prizes. Donors will receive only one entry each. The drawing will be held at the Annual Dinner on May 16, 2015. Top Prize Shown here is an example of the custom steel cardigan, approximately 16”x12”. Offered by Dr. Geoffrey Carpenter, Bosque Farms, NM [email protected] Dr Carpenter will work from the winner’s photos to match as closely as possible the conformation and coloring of the winner’s dog. Prize A sterling silver handmade Cardi pendant or pin by Pam Day. Winner will have choice of bandana color. Pam Day Designs www.etsy.com/shop/PamDayDesigns Prize A 12” x 12” custom decal created by Candy CF Camin of Auddawgs.com. The decal is a rendering of the winners photo and will last on the outside of a vehicle for up to 5 years. Donations can be made via the COF, the on-line performance/companion and junior showmanship trophy application and or via mail to: Michele Neubauer 1002 Thorn Bush Rd LaGrange, KY 40031-8967 Phone: 202-455-8083 Conformation Trophy donations should be mailed to: Cindy Bossi 501 Hidden Valley Road, Wilmington, NC 28409-3928 Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 HERDING Monday May 11th Herding Please join us at our 2015 National Specialty Cardigan-only Herding Trials, where our wonderful Cardigans will compete at what they were bred to do. On MONDAY, May 11, 2015 we will hold two complete trials with a slight offset in start times. Both trials will be held on Monday. Our host, Woods End Farm is approximately 3 hours from the host hotel in Chattanooga. It is in Watkinsville, Georgia (East of Atlanta and South of Athens, GA). This site is optimized for herding events. There is a sheep trial arena, a duck arena and a PT arena that can easily be divided down to the HT arena. Both trials will offer HT/PT sheep, A-course sheep and A & B course ducks. The trial sheep are set on the pan by a person with the stock dog holding them off the gate. Both A & B course ducks are set with a lift cage. Opening date is February 23rd and closing date is April 15th, 2015. Judges are Claire Hamilton and Sandra Lindenmuth, both are friends of Cardigan herding. HERDING INSTINCT TESTS Sunday, May 10, 2015 starting at 4:30 PM, the CWCCA will be offering an opportunity for basic herding instinct tests. Some tests may be available on Monday after the trials. Our tester will be farm owner and AKC judge, Doyle Ivie. Details on the instinct tests are on another page with updates on the National Specialty Website. SILENT AUCTION We will also be having a silent auction of wonderful items on Sunday. This year's auction is being handled by Sharleen Anderson at [email protected]. Please let Sharleen know if you have any items you might wish to donate. All proceeds raised benefit the bottom line of our herding trials. HOSPITALITY Barb Peterson is the hospitality chair. There will be complimentary breakfast items for our exhibitors such as baked goods, pastries, juice and fruit. Some gluten-free items will be available. Lunch will be available for purchase. Price will be $7. We will need an approximate count of needed lunches and ask you to indicate your lunch count on your COF form. Lunches will be paid for on-site at the trial. LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS Please check with your motel to see their policy regarding dogs. Budget Inn: 1201 Eatonton Rd Madison, GA 30650 .............. (706) 342-0996 Hampton Inn Madison: 2012 Eatonton Rd Madison GA 30650....(706) 342-9003 Deerfield Inn and Suites 2080 Eatonton Rd, Madison GA 30650.(706) 342-7374 Quality Inn: 2001 Eatonton Rd Madison, GA 30650................(706) 342-1839 Super 8 Motel: 2091 Eatonton Rd., Madison, GA30650............(706) 342-7800 RV PARKING RV parking will be available at no charge for up to 10 self-contained rigs. Pine Lake RV and Campgrounds is nearby. www.pinelakervcamp.com For information or questions about NS2015 Herding, please contact Susan Long at [email protected]. Evening phone number is 423-327-2792 Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 HERDING INSTINCT TESTS Sunday May, 10 HERDING INSTINCT TEST Think your dog might be the next Herding Champion, Dual Champion or just want to learn a little bit about herding with your Cardigan? The National Specialty is the place to find out. The CWCCA will be sponsoring herding instinct tests on Sunday Afternoon May 10th at Woods End Farm 2223 Salem Road Watkinsville, GA 30677 where our herding trials will be on Monday May 11th. A few limited tests may also be offered Monday following the herding trials. Cost per dog tested is $35.00. Minimum age for dogs being tested is 6 months old. There is no maximum age as long as your dog is physically capable. Evaluator will be farm owner and stockman Doyle Ivie: Doyle has been training and showing herding dogs for about 20 years and is an AKC Herding judge. He has shown Australian Shepherds and Border Collies in ASCA, AKC, AHBA and GA Stockdog Association stock dog trials. Doyle holds herding classes and clinics where he has worked with Australian Shepherds, Border Collies, Shelties, Belgian Tervuren, Kelpies, Malinois, Corgi's, Pulis, Bearded Collies, German Shepherds and Bouviers. Test signups will be taken ONLINE ONLY at www.cardigancorgis.com/ns2015. Opening date: March 15, 2015 Closing date: May 1, 2015. Payments for tests can be made either by PayPal or check. Check is due by May 1, 2015. No slot will be confirmed until payment is received. Confirmations will be sent to those who receive a slot. There will be NO REFUNDS for confirmed slots that do not show up for the test. Our estimate is that testing will start approximately 4:30 PM Sunday afternoon, but exact details and directions will be provided in advance. Open Slots may also be available and assigned on a first-come, first served basis the day of the test. A CWCCA Herding Instinct Test Certificate will be issued to each Cardigan demonstrating herding instinct. This is NOT the AKC Instinct Test. Your dog doesn’t need any special training to participate in this test and neither do you! There will be experienced herding people there to answer all your questions. Please also stay to watch the Cardigan-only trials on Monday! Please sign up online and mail a check for $35 per dog, payable to CWCCA to: Michele Neubauer 1002 Thorn Bush Road La Grange, KY 40031 For more information about the instinct tests, please contact Michele Neubauer at: [email protected] or cell 508-380-3501. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 OBEDIENCE & RALLY Tue May 12 Obedience/Rally 2015!! Time to sharpen up that attentive heeling and snappy recalls because the Cardi Nationals are approaching fast! Lots of nice teams will be there to represent our breed in Obedience, what fun to watch and show!! Teach your dog to read those Rally signs to get ready to Rally at the 2015 Cardigan Nationals Rally Trial. Figure 8’s, Serpentines, Pivots to wind your way to Tennessee! Two trials in one day! Tuesday, May 12. Can’t wait to see y’all!! AGILITY Sat & Sun May 9 & 10 Let’s all get aboard the Choo Choo Train for some Chattagility at this year’s 2015 CWCCA National. We are very lucky to have one of our own judging, non-other than Susan Stephon. She knows personally how talented our Cardis are. We’re sure she will have wonderful courses for us to run. This year agility will be held at Play Dog eXcellent on Saturday May 9th, 2015 and Sunday May 10, 2015. That means NO CONFLICTS with Rally or Obedience. As in the past we will be offering HIT Regular and HIT Preferred for both days. In addition to those HIT’s, we will be offering HIT Veteran on Saturday, ages 10 and above, and HIT Novice A on Sunday. Beautiful ribbons are a must with special prizes. We have goodies for every dog entered and for every handler, too. Sub sandwiches (Subway party trays), chips and drinks will be available on site by pur- Preshatecha and we are looking forward to seeing you Kathy Metcalfe & Dina Delsman – Agility Co-Chairs Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 BREEDERS EDUCATION Fri, May 15th Please check the web page for further details Open to all.. At the Host Hotel - No pre-registration required. Are you new to the breed ? These are great learning opportunities, whether you plan to breed or not. Plan to attend to learn and contribute. Susan Lassila, Breeders Education Chair The 2015 CWCCA Judges Education Seminar will be held at the Chattanooga Choo Choo on Friday evening, May 15th. JUDGES EDUCATION Fri, May 15th It has been our tradition to invite all breeders, exhibitors, fanciers to attend this seminar After the program we will have a hands on time for the judges attending and if there is time we will open this up to all who attend. Plan to attend. I am sure you will enjoy the program and learn something new. We will also have ringside mentoring for judges during our shows on Thursday through Saturday. We ask that judges let us know if you are coming so that we have sufficient handouts for all. Teddy McDowell Judges Education Committee Chair 913-620-4578 Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 DNA TESTING Fri, May 15 The CWCCA is pleased to announce that the following DNA test kits and assistance in collecting samples will be available at the 2015 National: -PRA -SOD1/DM Risk Factor -Coat Length/fluff -eRed/clear red/pink -Brown -DNA profile for identification (required for frequently used sires and frozen semen) With the exception of nursing puppies, dogs of any age can be tested. Test kits will be available thorough VetNostic Laboratories (http://www.vetnostic.com/cardigan-welshcorgi.html), DNA Diagnostics Center (http://www.vetdnacenter.com/search-breedresult.php?breed=31), and the American Kennel Club (http://www.akc.org/dna/ certify.cfm) CERF EYE CLINIC Fri, May 15 Please indicate the number of kits you would like on the consolidated order form. Base pricing is available through the above mentioned websites, but please contact Jeff regarding club discounts. Kits and collection assistance will be available immediately after judging has concluded for the day. If you would like to pick up your kits or for assistance outside of these times, please see Jeff. If you are interested in any test kits not listed above or with questions, please contact Jeff Welch at [email protected] or (919) 812-2722. The CWCCA will offer its annual eye clinic to begin at 4:00 PM on Friday, May 15 th, 2015. Appointment times will be assigned and posted that morning along with directions to the clinic location. Remember to bring your dog’s registration information for the examination form. The cost per dog per examination is $35. Please sign up on the Consolidated Order Form as the number of onsite registrations may be limited and walk in appointments will be at the Veterinarian’s discretion. This year, we are pleased to have Jo-Ann McKinnon, DVM, DACVO of the Animal Emergency and Specialty Center as our ophthalmologist. Dr. McKinnon can be reached at [email protected] or (865) 693-4440. With questions about the clinic please contact Jeff Welch at [email protected] or (919) 812-2722. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 AKC CANINE GOOD CITIZEN (AKC/CGC) We are once again sponsoring CGC and TDI Testing. Donald & Cecelia Williams has offered to make the testing available on Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. Times will be published in the schedule of events. Donald & Cecelia is an AKC Approved Evaluator as well as a certified TDI Evaluator. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program. First, to teach responsible dog ownership to owners and second, to certify that dogs have the training and behaviors needed to be reliable. The CGC test is noncompetitive. Dogs are not required to perform items on the test with the same precision needed in formal obedience trials. There are 10 elements for the dog to pass: Accepting a Friendly Stranger Sitting Politely for Petting Appearance and Grooming Out for a walk on a loose lead Walking through a Crowd Sit and Down on Command Staying in Place Coming When Called Reaction to Another Dog Reaction to Distractions Supervised Separation. You no longer need a rabies certificate or immunization record for the CGC test. You will be asked to sign a pledge that your dog is current on his vaccinations. We suggest you bring a brush and a 6 foot lead. Dogs can be any age to be tested. Sign-up on the COF THERAPY DOG INTERNATIONAL (TDI) The Therapy Dogs International test is much like the CGC test with added changes. Sit and Down stays are in a group setting. The dog must be comfortable around several adults and children, and medical equipment. Dogs are tested on buckle collars or non-restrictive harnesses (no haltis) and 6 foot lead. We will provide a lead if you do not have one. Sign up on the COF. This is a test of behavior, as a dog that jumps on people could hurt a sick person. TDI is a natural extension of the AKC’s CGC test for dogs who are particularly sensitive and attentive to people, TDI will only test dogs over one year old. For TDI you must have a current rabies certificate and a license for your dog, if required by the state in which you live. The fee for the TDI Test (only) is $20.00 The fee for both tests together is $30.00. Please sign up on the Consolidated Order Form. Donald & Cecelia will donate the price of the paperwork from the AKC. TDI gets $5 for each dog tested. Donald & Cecelia does not take payment for conducting these tests. The fees collected (minus the $5 collected by TDI) will go to the CWCCA. If anyone is unsure of his or her dog’s ability to pass the tests, please come and meet with Don or Cecelia and they will walk you through what is required. Handicapped dogs and people can pass these tests. You can also download brochures on either test at www.akc.org/dogowner/training/canine_good_citizen/ links.cfm and www.tdi-dog.org (quick link to brochures). As Pat Santi has said, “I feel that this is an important part of giving to the community and helps the community learn that dogs do make a difference in people’s lives.” We are also looking for volunteers to assist Don and Cecelia with the testing, playing a friendly stranger, being part of a crowd, etc. We especially need 2 or 3 children each day as reaction to children is a requirement of TDI testing. Do sign up on the volunteer form or visit www.cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 to sign up. Feel free to contact Don and Cecelia with any questions at 231-882-5794 or [email protected]. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS AND/OR CHAMPIONS PARADE OF TITLEHOLDERS, THERAPY & RESCUE DOGS PARADE OF RESCUE DOGS Please see the CWCCA National Specialty Premium List for the Information Sheet that must be completed and submitted to the Show Secretary, along with your entry fee(s) if applicable. Closing Date is April 15, 2015 Once entries have closed, the Show Committee will determine when the Parade(s) will be held, Morning or Afternoon, and this will be published on the National Specialty website and in the Judging Program. Parade times will also be posted and announced in the exhibit hall the day of. PARADE OF THERAPY DOGS All dogs entered in the Parades will receive a special rosette. The rosette’s are custom printed with the dog’s name and titles. All titles, from all agencies may be included, not just the ones received from AKC. Please be sure to carefully and clearly print the name of your dog, and title(s), as you would like it to appear on the rosette in the space provided on the entry form. A brief narrative on the dog (and handler where applicable) will be read as each dog enters the ring. Try to keep narratives around 100 words or less. Submit your narrative with your entry. The dog’s name and all titles for the custom printing on the rosette must also be included with the narrative. Parade of Titleholders and/or Champions …………………...…………...……….. ENTRY FEE $20.00 Open to all Cardigan Welsh Corgis that have a Championship, Conformation, Agility, Herding, Obedience, Rally, Search and Rescue, Tracking, CGC/TDI/DELTA or equivalent title, and now also including Barn Hunt and Lure Coursing! Parade of Therapy Dogs ………………………………………………………..……….. ENTRY FEE $10.00 All Cardigan Welsh Corgis need to be registered with a therapy organization to be honored in this parade. A brief narrative on the dog and handler team will be read as each team parades. This is a special opportunity to show off our Cardigan Therapy Dogs, ambassadors of healing and love. Parade of Rescue Dogs ….…………………………………………………………......… ENTRY FEE FREE! Rescue Dogs DO NOT have to be pre -registered to participate in the parade, and are welcome to show up that day. Rescue Dogs not registered will receive a rosette that day, but without the custom name imprint. Custom printing can be arranged. All Parades are tentatively planned for Friday. Each of the Parades will take place during one of the breaks. If you have any further questions, please contact Tammy Batac at [email protected] Please visit the National Specialty website for a downloadable form at www.cardigancorgis.com/ns2015, or you can visit www.foytrentdogshows.com. It is also available in the National Specialty Brochure. ENTRY FORMS & FEES ARE SENT TO FOY TRENT Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Grooming THE RESERVED GROOMING SPACE FORM WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLY ON THE NS2015 WEB PAGE STARTING March 9th. WE WILL TRY TO WORK WITH CO-LOCATION REQUESTS, BUT MAKE NO GUARANTEES MOVE-IN Tuesday May 12th Grooming space will be available at the Chattanooga Choo Choo in The Track 29 building where there will be reserved and free spaces. Reserved grooming spaces will be $45.00 for a 5’ x 10’ space with 10-20 amps of electric service per assigned space. Free Grooming is located in the Greenhouse connected to the Track 29 building. A bathing area is located inside the Greenhouse close to the grooming areas. The Chattanooga Choo Choo will NOT be providing towels. OBEDIENCE, RALLY AND AGILITY EXHIBITORS RINGSIDE CRATING - There will be an area designated near each ring for soft sided crates. This area will be available all day A FLOOR COVERING MUST BE PLACED UNDER EVERY CRATE – RUG, TOWEL, MAT, ETC. OR A MINIMUM OF 4 MIL PLASTIC SHEETING, AVAILABLE ONSITE FOR THOSE THAT NEED IT. MEMBERS OF THE SHOW COMMITTEE AND THE GROOMING AREA COORDINATOR WILL ENFORCE ALL RULES LISTED BELOW: Grooming area will be closed from 10:00 PM until 6:00 AM No soft sided crates allowed in main grooming area. All crates must be stackable. Exhibitors are responsible for keeping a clean area in and around their grooming space. The grooming area will be cleaned nightly. Please remember to clean the area around your space prior to leaving for the night. No Ex-pens will be allowed in the grooming area and no exercising of dogs is allowed indoors. HOST HOTEL RULES (Chattanooga Choo Choo) Bathing and/or grooming of dogs in or right outside the guest room is not allowed. Grooming is not allowed on any sidewalks. If you have any questions concerning the grooming and/or the grooming area guidelines, please contact Grooming Area Coordinator: Marla Gardner at [email protected] Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 AUCTIONS Herding Silent Auction We will also be having a silent auction of wonderful items on Sunday. This year's auction is being handled by Sharleen Anderson at [email protected]. Please let Sharleen know if you have any items you might wish to donate. All proceeds raised benefit the bottom line of our herding trials. Performance/Companion Auction - Tuesday, May 12nd at the Performance / Companion Dinner. As part of our fundraising efforts, performance related donation items would be most appreciated as a contribution to our auction, but if an item strikes your fancy, please feel free to include it in our efforts. If you have an item you would like to donate, please contact Sheri Morrow O’Brien, [email protected]. Silent Auction/Live Auction - Saturday, May 16th at the Annual Banquet. In 2014, we made some changes to the silent auction process. This year, we plan to continue implementing those changes. While there was a bit of confusion concerning how the changes worked, it did simplify the check out process which was one of the objectives. Bidding will be done with a bid number rather than your name. This allows us to have a sheet prepared for each bid number and we can have your total tallied prior to check out. No items are to be picked up by the winning bidder. During and after check out, runners will bring your items to you at a designated location. This will prevent anyone from inadvertently picking up the wrong items. Remember that this will be the second year with the new process and we believe it made things flow more efficiently last year. We hope to fine tune the process this year, so please bear with us as we continue to work out kinks. Thank you to everyone who donates or bids at the Silent Auction. All donations are greatly appreciated and while we try to get Thank You cards sent out to all donors, last minute changes and late arriving items sometimes prevent a complete listing of the donors. Proceeds from the Silent Auction and the Live Auction go the General Fund unless they are earmarked for other avenues. These funds are what allow us to pay for our National Specialty and other events, so please donate and bid generously. Donations can be sent to the following: Brenda Medlock, 667 Liberty Road, Winchester, TN, 37398. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 ANNUAL BANQUET As we draw this fabulous National Specialty to an end, join our Cardi family for the Annual Banquet and rehash accomplishments, talk of future plans and, finally, say good bye for another year to all your friends. Entrée selections : Saturday May 16 Steak Au Poivre Charbroiled medallions of choice beef, peppercorn crusted and finished with a demi-glace sauce Tossed Garden Green Seasonal Vegetables Chef's Accompaniments Rolls and Butter Coffee/Iced Tea Double Layered Carrot Cake $36.00 Breast of Chicken Marsala Tender boneless breast gently sautéed then laced with a Marsala wine sauce with julienne pancetta, portabella mushroom, tomato and scallion garnish and served with mashed Parmesan new potatoes. Tossed Garden Green Seasonal Vegetables Chef's Accompaniments Rolls and Butter Coffee/Iced Tea Double Layered Carrot Cake $32.00 Grilled Atlantic Salmon Fresh center cut salmon fillet charbroiled and served with a white wine, lemon caper butter sauce with fresh dill. Tossed Garden Green Seasonal Vegetables Chef's Accompaniments Rolls and Butter Coffee/Iced Tea Double Layered Carrot Cake $34.00 All prices include gratuity and tax Pre-Order only on the COF to make your selection and join us! Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 PERFORMANCE /COMPANION DINNER The Performance/Companion Dinner will be Tuesday evening and we will be having another performance/companion auction to raise money for performance/companion events. Please attend this wonderful event where the top cardigans will be awarded prizes!! And, please donate to our auction, we sincerely appreciate it! Tuesday May 12 Dinner Buffet Tossed Garden Greens Assorted Fresh Vegetable & Relish Tray Fresh Cut Fruit Display Grilled Beef Medallions Breast of Chicken Marsala (may contain mushrooms) Black Oak Sugar Cured Ham Broccoli/Cauliflower/Carrot medley Green Beans with Roasted Almonds Oven Roast New Potatoes Chocolate Overload Torte New York Cheesecake Cream Cheese Carrot Cake $37.00 Pre-Order only on the COF to make your selection Sheri Morrow O’Brien MEGAN VOLUNTEERS VIDEOGRAPHER Performance/Companion Chair [email protected] Light ringside hospitality prior to the Megan WE NEED YOUR HELP! PLEASE VOLUNTEER Every National Specialty is a concerted effort of many folks. Volunteers are ALWAYS welcome AND appreciated. If you would like to help, take a second to submit your information either on-line or you may download the mail-in Volunteer form on the specialty website. Alex Cartabio of Domino Video Company will be recording our National Specialty this year. Domino Video Company produced the DVDs for the past three National Specialties. Please be sure to place your order for DVD’s on the Consolidated Order Form. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 PHOTOGRAPHERS This year Phyllis Ensley Photography will be the photographer for the following: Performance Events - Herding Trials Companion Events - Obedience, Rally & Agility Trials Conformation Events Contact Information: Phyllis Ensley Photographer c/o Phyllis Ensley 1235 Lower Burris Road Canton, Georgia 30114 Phone: 770-345-9738 Email: [email protected] Web: http://phyllisensleyphotography.com/ WAYS AND MEANS NEEDS YOU WAYS & MEANS Ways and Means is the CWCCA store. It is the place to shop for your Cardigan goodies. This is also one of the few continuous fundraisers that we have to help cover the operating expenses of the CWCCA and bring you Cardi wares. We always look forward to seeing Don rolling in from the NorthWest Territory, loaded with the many club and breed items he maintains and provides to the fancy. Among the treasures you might find Past CWCCA Handbooks from 2010 to 1976 or maybe a CD version of them, Past issues of the CWCCA Newsletter on CD, the official Illustrated Breed Standard, Past Bulletins, Breeder Resource Guide CD, Breed History Notebook, Breed History Loose- Leaf, Breed History CD, Choosing A Stud Dog DVD as well as CWCCA Club Pin, Polo Shirt's, Denim Shirt's, Rain Jacket's, Auto Decals both inside & outside style. If your looking for it, Don probably has it or knows where to find it. If there is anything in particular you would like him to be sure to bring, please let him know in advance. Look for the always extensive Ways and Means table located in or near the Grand Ballroom. This table will be open during judging and for a short time after judging ends. In order to do this, please think about volunteering to serve for one of these time periods. Please indicate on the COF if you can volunteer at this table by filling in “Ways & Means” under MISC. - “Anything Else” or contact Don Lassila at 406-529-1099 or e-mail [email protected] or [email protected]. For those unfamiliar with Ways and Means items available, please browse http://cardigancorgis.com/CardiShop.asp Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 VENDORS VENDOR INVITATION The vendor room will be open for business from 8 am until one (1) hour after the last event in the show ring closes on Tuesday through Saturday, but not later than 5pm. If you or someone you know is interested in being a vendor at the 2015 CWCCA National Specialty, please see below and visit the National Specialty website for a downloadable form, or contact Jan Prichard, [email protected] for more information. You are cordially invited to participate as a vendor at the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America’s 2015 National Specialty at the Chattanooga Choo Choo in Chattanooga, TN. Within this brochure you will find a Vendor Reservation Form, general information, fee schedule as well as vendor rules and regulations. The number of vendor spaces is limited, so plan to attend and please return your reservation form promptly. Send the complete form along with full payment payable to the CARDIGAN WELSH CORGI CLUB OF AMERICA or CWCCA no later than March 29, 2015 to the vendor chair Jan Prichard [email protected]. Space is limited; if we cannot accommodate you; we will notify you prior to March 29, 2015 and refund your payment. PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SPACE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. We look forward to seeing you and truly appreciate your support BOOTH FEE SCHEDULE Spaces include one (1) six foot table, two (2) chairs and electricity. Fee schedule: 5 ‘ W x 7’ D space $70 for the week Spaces will be 5’ wide and 7’ deep and along the wall across from the Checkerboard Cafe. ** Please check the CWCCA National Specialty website for the latest information at www.cardigancorgis.com/NS2015/vendor.asp VENDOR RULES Please be courteous to all exhibitors and other vendors. Keep in mind SAFETY FIRST when arranging your booth. Power cords must be secured and not a hazard to “trip” on. Stacking of your products is permitted as long as it is done safely and will not easily topple and/or possibly fall onto another vendor’s space. We do not have walls to separate your booths. If your booth arrangement causes damage to another vendor’s merchandise due to falling, sliding or toppling, etc., you will be responsible for any and all damages. No generators or motors allowed in building. Tents inside the building will be at the discretion of the Chattanooga Choo Choo, the CWCCA Show Committee, and the Fire Marshall. If you have a complaint or problem, please contact the Vendor Chairperson Jan Prichard or the CWCCA Show Chairman Doug Greig. The CWCCA Show Chairman has the right and authority to resolve any issues that may possibly arise. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America and or Chattanooga Choo Choo will not be held responsible for any lost, missing, stolen or damaged merchandise. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America and or Chattanooga Choo Choo reserve the right to remove, without a refund, anyone and/or any product from the show site that is determined to be hazardous, detrimental or simply not in the best interest of dogs, and/ or exhibitors. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 2015 Cardigan Welsh Corgi National Specialty Chattanooga Choo Choo 1400 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 May 12 - 16, 2015 Vendor Registration Form NAME: BUSINESS: ADDRESS: PHONE: CELL: EMAIL: Products: Arrival Date: Departure: Space Required: 5 X 7 : Electric: Yes # Days Selling: ($70/wk) No Total Space Amount: $ Total Enclosed: I wish to donate to the silent auction. No $ Yes, I will donate Item Description : I understand that if the CWCCA is unable to provide me with my requested space, they will contact me no later than March 29, 2015. If an alternative space is not available, the CWCCA will then issue me a full refund. If I am unable to attend/set up at this show, I will promptly notify the CWCCA prior to March 29 2015. I understand that there will be no refunds given if I elect not to set up at this show after reserving a space unless the vendor chairperson is able to fill my space. All fees are prepaid and must be received by the Vendor Chairperson NO LATER than March 29, 2015. I CONFIRM BY MY SIGNATURE THAT I HAVE READ AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THE VENDOR RULES AND REGULATIONS. Signature Mail to: Jan Prichard 131 Ridgeview Dr Hendersonville NC, 28792 Date Checks payable to CWCCA and noted ‘Vendor’ Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 INFORMATION SHEET CLOSING DATE: April 15, 2015 Parade of Titleholders……. $20.00 Parade of Therapy Dogs…. $10.00 Parade of Rescue Dogs……. FREE! Mail this form, along with entry fees to: Foy Trent Dog Shows, LLC P.O. Box C Stureon, MO 65284 For any questions about the parade, please contact Tammy Batac at [email protected] NAME: ADDRESS: EMAIL: FULL NAME OF DOG: REGISTRATION NO: BREEDER: SIRE: DAM: Please circle the Parade in which the dog will be participating in: RESCUE NAME & TITLE(S) OF THE DOG EXACTLY AS YOU WANT IT TO APPEAR ON THE RIBBON: Clearly print or type the information so the announcer is able to read it. For difficult names, a phonetic pronunciation guide would be appreciated. Please try to keep your narrative to 100 words or less. If more space is needed to list all of your dog’s accomplishments, continue on the back, or on a separate sheet of paper. BRIEF NARRATIVE OF THE DOG’S ACCOMPLISHMENTS: _____________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Overnight RV Parking @ the Chattanooga Choo Choo RV Parking is $50.00 per night Fees and reservation must be received on or before April 1 2015 The RV Fee will be paid to the CWCCA. The CWCCA needs to give a complete list of RVers to the Chattanooga Choo Choo three weeks in advance. Assigned RV parking space locations will be given on check-in by RV Chair Don Lassila. WE WILL TRY TO WORK WITH CO-LOCATION REQUESTS, BUT MAKE NO GUARANTEES The CWCCA expects all attendees staying onsite to obey the directions and rules of the Hotel for overnight guests. No loose ground cover, such as shavings are allowed anywhere on Chattanooga Choo Choo site. On-line RV reservations and forms will be found on the National Specialty after March 1, 2015 Website http://cardigancorgis.com/NS2015 Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 2015 CATALOG ADS Club: Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America Date of Show: May 9 – May 16, 2015 Name of individual submitting: Phone Number (include area code) : Where would you like your ad placed: (i.e. between dogs & bitches or between which classes, etc.) If for some reason placement cannot be as listed, we will call to discuss options All ads are full page 5 x 8 Black & White - $40.00 Color - $60.00 Inside Front or Back Cover - $90.00 Acceptable File Formats: PDF * TIFF * JPG File Resolution: 300 DPI or Higher (for optimal quality) * Grey Scale for all black & white ads please Photos: Actual photos may be submitted * No Bleeds Please All photos will be returned to the show chairman at the show Make Check Payable to Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America Mail check to: Penni Adrian P.O. Box 0699 Los, Lunas, NM 87031 Email ad, photos, text to Penni at [email protected] FINAL AD DEADLINE: April 1, 2015 Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 MAPS In the event you fly into the Chattanooga Airport and are staying at the Choo Choo, we offer free airport shuttle service. Please call 423-266-5000. Let us know your airline, flight number and arrival or departure date and time. Call at least 24 hours in advance to ensure timely transportation. Vets Regional Institute for Veterinary Emergencies 2132 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37406 (423) 698-4612 Riverview Animal Hospital 641 N. Market Street Chattanooga, TN. Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 MAPS Host Hotel To the Herding Site Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 MAPS Host Hotel To the Agility Trials Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 Chattanooga Choo Choo Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015 NATIONAL SPECIALTY 2016 GRAY SUMMIT, MO SEE YOU THERE ! Please check the National Specialty website for latest updates and changes http://cardigancorgis.com/ns2015
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