Table Talk · September 28, 2022
Table Talk · September 28, 2022
Happy Fall Y’all!!! Within the next couple of weeks, those of us who live or travel where the temperature changes over the seasons will get to enjoy the sight of the leaves changing color as the trees prepare for winter. Please take a moment to enjoy this wonder of nature.
Happy New Year, L’Shanah Tova, to our Jewish friends. May you enjoy traditional family gatherings, and my favorite–beef brisket!
If you have not yet had the opportunity to read the article The Juniors Perspective – Stuck In Place by Jessica Braatz in this month’s issue of The Canine Chronicle, I urge you to do so (http://caninechronicle.com/current-articles/the-juniors-perspective-stuck-in-place/). Jessica talks about becoming robotic while showing the same dog during her Junior Showmanship career, and how she found renewed excitement when she switched dogs. She offers great suggestions for Juniors to learn and expand their horizons by working for professional handlers and breeders. While the article was written for a younger audience, we can all learn something from it. It is important to remember that for our dogs to become great show dogs, they need to have fun and changing things up by learning from others and showing different dogs can help us continue to make showing enjoyable for our dogs!
In addition to September being a big month for National Specialties, it is also a big vacation month! Kim and Rick Rudzik are on a wonderful trip in Italy. Bruce Schwartz just returned from a three-week trip to Italy and Switzerland. He also did a bit of judging during his travels. The photographs of their travels make me green with envy!
We received great news from the Kennel Club of Palm Springs!! A long term, multi-year lease agreement with Golden Voice Special Events/Empire Polo Club beyond the January, 2023 show has been reached. This year’s shows will be held January 5-8 with specialties on the 5th and 6th and the Kennel Club of Palm Springs all breed shows on the 7thand 8th. The Canine Chronicle is the Official Magazine of the cluster.
If you have not had the opportunity to attend these beautiful shows, I strongly suggest you make plans to go this year. There are many specialties, therefore many majors, and the grounds are no less than breathtaking! I hope to see everyone there!
After nearly one month on the run in St. Louis, Tito the Otterhound has been found! Although he lost nearly 40 pounds while out on the streets, he is expected to make a complete recovery. Tito was found in the foundation of a construction site, and his return is due to a sign that was posted close to the construction site. This is another example of fanciers banding together to help other fanciers in need, and a true testament to the saying Never Give Up!!!!! I am so happy for Tito and his people!
Floridian Amy Duncan has words of caution for those who either live in Florida or visit the area. Be mindful of the palm trees in the area when walking your dogs! Sago Palms and Queen Sago Palms are toxic to dogs. They drop little nuts that have a high concentration of the toxins. Amy’s border terrier, Winston suddenly became ill after eating one of these nuts but fortunately Amy was on top of it, and he is going to be okay!
Lynda O’Connor informed us of the sad news that English Springer Spaniel fancier Margaret Gates has passed away. Margaret will be sorely missed by the Springer community and the fancy, too. Our condolences go out to Margaret’s friends and family.
Happy Anniversary to Ashley and Brendan Ryan. It seems like just yesterday you guys got engaged! May you have many more loving years ahead.
Fanciers celebrating birthdays this week are: Kristina Rock, Erika Lanasa, Monica Bowers, Julie Mueller, Lenny Brown, Tina Turley-Kocab, Andrew Green, Bailee Rodgers, Hadley George and Frankie Dubman. Have the BEST day, my friends.
My thought for the week is this: Don’t let bitter, unhappy people drag you down to their level. Instead, use their behavior as an example of how not to behave and be grateful you are nothing like them.
Be safe in your travels and remember you are taking the best dog home!! Remember to send your blooper photos to Gia.Garofalo@caninechronicle.com. See you soon. Until next time…
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