Mia,
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for the wonderful calendar, and especially
the DVD. What a great job. Little Man and I have enjoyed every minute of the DVD
I love the pictures, he loves the belly rub while watching.
      I would really like to thank ALL the dogs and owners who sent in
Pictures.  It is truly amazing to see all these wonderful dogs. You can see the
love
in each and every picture. I just can't thank you all enough for sharing your
precious moments with us.
Lisa and Little Man


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       AKC Canine Health Foundation Teams with SunTrust Bank to Offer Unique
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       Giving to the AKC Canine Health Foundation just got a little easier for
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       AKC Canine Health Foundation to Sponsor Study on Issues Involved in Air
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       [Thursday, August 2, 2007]

       The American Kennel Club and the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) have
issued a Request for Applications for a study of thermoregulation in
brachycephalic breeds of dogs. The request was sent to approximately 1200
researchers and research institutions that have the capacity to conduct such
research. The request is focused specifically on providing scientific findings
to help air carriers develop and implement appropriate policies for transport of
brachycephalic breeds of dogs.

       In recent years an increasing number of air carriers throughout the world,
including some large global airlines, have banned or severely restricted the
carriage of so-called "snub-nosed" breeds of dogs due to a hypothesized
relationship between the thermoregulatory capacity of these breeds and mortality
in shipment. The AKC requested that the CHF consider supporting research on this
issue after a proposal was presented to the International Air Transport
Association's (IATA) Live Animals and Perishables Board (LAPB) to severely
restrict or ban the air transport of "snub-nosed" breeds of dogs.

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Hello, I am new to the group. I am a pinscherlover and, have always
been. I personally own a poodle now but, I did own and do plan to own
again a pinscher. They are such beautiful dogs.

As President of the AKC Canine Health Foundation, I would be remiss if I didn't
address an issue affecting the health of dogs and the shameful allegations
brought against Atlanta Falcons' quarterback, Michael Vick.  As you have heard,
Vick will be in a Federal courtroom in Virginia on July 26 being arraigned on
charges that he sponsored a despicable and appalling dog fighting operation on
his property.


My concern and sympathy of course goes to the dogs who were allegedly affected
and so brutally murdered through the course of this "sport."  But, as a
responsible breeder and a fancier, I am also concerned with the general public's
perception of the various breeds involved.  According to "The Complete Dog
Book," a publication of the American Kennel Club, there are several breeds
originally involved in the "sport" of dog fighting including the Bulldog. 
Originally bred to bait bulls, the purpose of the breed was sorely corrupted and
soon degraded into the extremely cruel "sport" which was banned in England in
1835.  Responsible nineteenth century breeders resurrected the breed and set
themselves to the task of breeding for temperament and to eliminate the
undesirable qualities and characteristics.  The result of these dedicated
breeders and those of today is the lovable, obedient, and docile dog which
regularly garners large rounds of applause from audiences who attend dog shows
around the country.



Although dog fighting is banned and a felony in the United States, I can assure
you that this disgusting practice is still taking place.  From the back alleys
of major cities to the posh and stylish mansions of multi-millionaires, this
repugnant "sport" is just outrageous and offensive, and it's our duty as
responsible breeders who are concerned about the health of our dogs to speak up
and end this criminal activity.  I urge you as responsible breeders and dog
lovers to expose these atrocities, to work diligently to eliminate these heinous
deeds and to join the millions who are appalled and bewildered by these cruel
acts.



It is our responsibility to let the general public know that for these precious
canine companions it is all about nature vs. nurture - that these various breeds
involved in the "sport" are not bred this way, but are baited and beaten into
submission and forced to live this life.  It's our duty and obligation to take a
stand - for the sake of all our dogs.



Sincerely,



Wayne E. Ferguson

President, AKC Canine Health Foundation



The AKC Canine Health Foundation, founded in 1995 by the American Kennel Club,
is the largest nonprofit worldwide to fund health research exclusively for
canines. Our goal is to help dogs live longer, healthier lives. The AKC Canine
Health Foundation is the leader in non-invasive genetic health research, stem
cell research, and biotherapeutics benefiting both canines and humans.  Through
the generous financial support of the American Kennel Club and the Nestlé Purina
PetCare Co., we're proud to announce we have allocated more than $18 million in
canine health research through 74 schools and research institutions worldwide.



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Breeders Symposia Set for August
-Knoxville, TN, Springfield, MO, and Dallas TX all Playing Host to Important
Education Events-



RALEIGH, NC - It's going to be a fast-paced August for the AKC Canine Health
Foundation as it offers three canine breeders' symposia.  Each will be presented
by the American Kennel Club and the AKC Canine Health Foundation. The symposia
are occurring at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, in Springfield,
Missouri, and in Dallas, Texas.  Targeted for novice and expert breeders alike,
the Breeders' Symposium is an ideal venue in which to learn about sound breeding
practices and the advances in genetic health tests that lead to healthier dogs. 
Topics include Canine Reproduction, Canine Genetics, Nutrition for Canine
Reproduction and Canine Genetics at the various venues.



For registration information, please visit our website:



http://www.akcchf.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=192<http://www.akcchf.org/news/i\
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is the largest nonprofit worldwide to fund health research exclusively for
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Health Foundation is the leader in non-invasive genetic health research, stem
cell research, and biotherapeutics benefiting both canines and humans.  Through
the generous financial support of the American Kennel Club and the Nestlé Purina
PetCare Co., we're proud to announce we have allocated more than $18 million in
canine health research through 74 schools and research institutions worldwide.



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In an effort to keep you informed on developments in legislation affecting the
fancy a new Legislative Alert concerning the defeat of California Assembly Bill
1634 has been posted on the AKC's web site.  To view this alert, please click on
the following link, or cut and paste it into your web browser:



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The AKC Canine Health Foundation, founded in 1995 by the American Kennel Club,
is the largest nonprofit worldwide to fund health research exclusively for
canines. Our goal is to help dogs live longer, healthier lives. The AKC Canine
Health Foundation is the leader in non-invasive genetic health research, stem
cell research, and biotherapeutics benefiting both canines and humans.  Through
the generous financial support of the American Kennel Club and the Nestlé Purina
PetCare Co., we're proud to announce we have allocated more than $18 million in
canine health research through 74 schools and research institutions worldwide.



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----- Original Message -----
From: Jefferson D Sossamon<mailto:jds@...>
To: Jefferson D Sossamon<mailto:jds@...>
Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2007 9:30 AM
Subject: CHF Announces Funding for its First Stem Cell Research Study


CHF Announces Funding for its First Stem Cell Research Study

-Stem Cell Investigation to Aid Dogs Suffering from Degenerative Myelopathy and
other Diseases-



RALEIGH, NC - A new study using stem cells may offer hope to thousands of dog
owners whose pets suffer from an incurable disease called degenerative
myelopathy (DM). DM, often considered the canine equivalent to amyotrophic
lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's Disease, and multiple sclerosis in humans, is
a progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes dogs to initially lose
muscle strength in their rear legs and gradually paralyzes them completely. 
Although German Shepherd Dogs are most commonly affected by the disease, it also
is seen in Boxers, Welsh Corgis, Bernese Mountain Dogs, Irish Setters, Old
English Sheepdogs, and mixed breed pets.



The AKC Canine Health Foundation has approved a grant of $100,000 for Dr.
Richard Vulliet, professor at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, to
conduct safety trials using such adult stem cells in canine patients suffering
from selected diseases including DM.



For more information and for a link to our new Video Page including a video from
researcher, Dr. Vuillet, please visit our website:



http://www.akcchf.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=191<http://www.akcchf.org/news/i\
ndex.cfm?article_id=191>



Contact:



________________________________

Jeff Sossamon

Director of Development & Communications

AKC Canine Health Foundation

PO Box 37941

Raleigh, NC  27627-7941

(919) 334-4015 (b)

(919) 334-4011 (f)

(888) 682-9696 (toll free)

jds@...<mailto:jds@...>

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The AKC Canine Health Foundation, founded in 1995 by the American Kennel Club,
is the largest nonprofit worldwide to fund health research exclusively for
canines. Our goal is to help dogs live longer, healthier lives. The AKC Canine
Health Foundation is the leader in non-invasive genetic health research, stem
cell research, and biotherapeutics benefiting both canines and humans.  Through
the generous financial support of the American Kennel Club and the Nestlé Purina
PetCare Co., we're proud to announce we have allocated more than $18 million in
canine health research through 74 schools and research institutions worldwide.



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CHF Announces a New Donor Advised Fund
-Marcia Polimer Abrams Fund to Benefit Canine Behavior Studies-

RALEIGH, NC -The AKC Canine Health Foundation announces the
establishment of the Marcia Polimer Abrams Fund for Canine
Behavior Studies. The Donor Advised Fund (DAF) was created in
memory of author and CHF President's Council Member Darlene
Arden's mother, and will benefit studies focusing on unlocking
the mysteries of canine behavior.

For more information, please visit:

http://www.akcchf.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=190
<http://www.akcchf.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=190>

Contributions to the DAF can be made at our website:

http://www.akcchf.org/donate/donate_now.cfm
<http://www.akcchf.org/donate/donate_now.cfm>

Contact:
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Jeff Sossamon
Director of Development & Communications
AKC Canine Health Foundation
PO Box 37941
Raleigh, NC  27627-7941
(919) 334-4015 (b)
(919) 334-4011 (f)
(888) 682-9696 (toll free)
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www.akcchf.org<http://www.akcchf.org/>

The AKC Canine Health Foundation, founded in 1995 by the American
  Kennel Club, is the largest nonprofit worldwide to fund health
research exclusively for canines. Our goal is to help dogs live
longer, healthier lives. The AKC Canine Health Foundation is the
leader in non-invasive genetic health research, stem cell research,
and biotherapeutics benefiting both canines and humans.  Through
the generous financial support of the American Kennel Club and
the Nestlé Purina PetCare Co., we're proud to announce we have
allocated more than $18 million in canine health research through
74 schools and research institutions worldwide.

Joy,

My computer is so old and so slow, but this was a "lovely" site. <G>
Thanks for sharing it (and it played "I believe in Yesterday")

Growing old is not a "bad thing," its a good thing <G>  You don't get
old being a dumb @^* <G>

I haven't a "clue" how long I'll live. But I know this, I will
never "not have a dog or a puppy in my life" no matter how old and
wrinkled and withered I get.

If my dogs outlive us, we have "made arrangements" for them. :) <G>
I can "die" knowing that they will be cared for. We have found
a "friend" who loves our dogs as much as he love his Shelby.  We have
left our entire estate in trust to him in exchange for his living
here and taking care of our dogs. And he will :)

I miss EVERY dog and person that was ever close to me at every moment
of the day. . . but I carry those images of those good times with me
and it makes the missing them not so difficult.

When I walk into that light and see Zephyr, Walker, Jake, Rags,
Patches, Dale, Tess, Shadow, Maya, Cruise, Rox, Butch, Duke, Trixie
and every dog I have owned over all these years? And I hear God
say "Welcome" and my dogs all run to me? I will KNOW I am in Heaven!

Growing old is NOT a bad thing! <G>  I still run with my dogs <G>  I
still "laugh" with them. And at this age? I still "play." <G>
Growing old is knowing you have "lived!" <G>  And the memories? They
are knowing you have lived a GOOD life! <G>  And I have :)

Susan & the gang
For "Zephyr" July 12, 1992-April 1, 2004
and "Dale" July 16, 1994-January 18, 2005
and "UKC Ch. Rich-Lie Walking Tall, aka Walker" September 26, 1996-
January 31, 2005, "Cruise," July 4, 1994-September 26, 2005,
"Tess," January 26, 2001-December 2, 2005
"Zephyr Wind's Rox" (GP), July 1, 2000-July 20, 2006,
"UKC Ch. Shadow Mountain's Shennandoah, aka "Shadow," September 20,
1997-January 30, 2007
Zephyr Wind's Maya, "Maya," July 1, 2000-February 8, 2007









--- In german-pinschers@yahoogroups.com, Joy LaCaille <lakai_gp@...>
wrote:
>
> For those of you who are growing old, as I am,
> I hope you can see the beauty of this website.
> For those of you who are young, may you live long
> enough to share your lives with many loyal dogs.
>
> My speakers died, so I don't know if there's
> any music with it.
>
> http://www.greatdanepro.com/Growing%20Old/index.htm
>
>
> Warmly, Joy LaCaille,
> (352) 365-9955    Mailto:lakai_gp@...
> & the "Naturally Reared" Lakai German Pinschers
> 914 Lake Ella Road, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
> http://www.germanpinschers.com/lakai.html
>

For those of you who are growing old, as I am,
I hope you can see the beauty of this website.
For those of you who are young, may you live long
enough to share your lives with many loyal dogs.

My speakers died, so I don't know if there's
any music with it.

http://www.greatdanepro.com/Growing%20Old/index.htm


Warmly, Joy LaCaille,
(352) 365-9955    Mailto:lakai_gp@...
& the "Naturally Reared" Lakai German Pinschers
914 Lake Ella Road, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
http://www.germanpinschers.com/lakai.html

Just wanted to let everyone know how pleased I am to "announce" the
following!

Ch. Oakwoods Puttin on the Ritz (aka "Jordan") Cerfd "normal" at
Hampton Roads 5/27/07.

Royal's SuperNova (aka "Luger") also Cerfd normal with a comment from
the vet that he saw no indication of any inheritable eye conditions!

AND he said they both were excellent specimens of the breed and
commented on how impressed he was with their temperaments!

Icing on the cake was my 2 dobes and my shepherd all Cerfd normal.
That's 5 out of 5!!!

Susan & the "gang"

Important Information From Your Friends at Purina - Nothing is More Important to
Us Than Protecting the Health and Well-being of the Millions of Dogs and Cats
Who Eat Purina Foods


Dear Fellow Canine Health Foundation Supporter:



Attached, please find important information from our friends at Nestle Purina
PetCare Company about the steps being taken to ensure your pets' health and
well-being.



Contact:

________________________________

Jeff Sossamon

Director of Development & Communications

AKC Canine Health Foundation

PO Box 37941

Raleigh, NC  27627-7941

(919) 334-4015 (b)

(919) 334-4011 (f)

(888) 682-9696 (toll free)

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Canine Comparative Oncology and Genomics Consortium Update [Tuesday, April 24,
2007]
-- Cancer Tissue Bank Prepared to Collect Samples --



The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation (CHF) announces that the
Canine Comparative Oncology & Genomics Consortium (CCOGC) is currently accepting
tumor samples for its important tissue bank. The first three collection sites
will be the Ohio State University, Colorado State University and the University
of Wisconsin. A biospecimen subcommittee was established to finalize the
Standard Operating Procedures for collection and to negotiate contracts with
these first three sites. It is anticipated that collection will begin at all
three sites by May 1st 2007.



"The most essential resource needed to make progress towards the problem of
cancer in dogs is the development of a well-described repository of tissues
(tumor and normal tissue/blood) from tumor bearing dogs," comments Dr. David
Vail, president of the CCOGC. "This repository will allow our finest scientists
access to samples, as well as the clinical data that accompanies each case.
Ultimately, this will accelerate our ability to prevent, diagnose and treat the
devastating aspects of cancer in our pets."



For more information, visit our website:



http://www.akcchf.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=183<http://www.akcchf.org/news/i\
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Contact:



________________________________

Jeff Sossamon

Director of Development & Communications

AKC Canine Health Foundation

PO Box 37941

Raleigh, NC  27627-7941

(919) 334-4015 (b)

(919) 334-4011 (f)

(888) 682-9696 (toll free)

jds@...<mailto:jds@...>

www.akcchf.org<http://www.akcchf.org/>



The AKC Canine Health Foundation, founded in 1995 by the American Kennel Club,
is the largest nonprofit worldwide to fund health research exclusively for
canines. Our goal is to help dogs live longer, healthier lives. The AKC Canine
Health Foundation is proud to be the leader in non-invasive genetic health
research, stem cell research, and biotherapeutics benefiting both canines and
humans.  We're proud to announce we have allocated more than $18 million in
canine health research through 74 schools and research institutions worldwide.






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Saturday, April 21, 2007

***** IMPORTANT *****

PRODUCT QUALITY NOTICE FROM ROYAL CANIN USA

Dear Breeder:

As a fellow pet lover and very important part of the pet welfare community,
Royal Canin USA wants to inform you personally that we recently announced a
recall of eight Royal Canin USA dry pet food products that contain rice protein
concentrate (rice gluten) from China tainted with a melamine derivative.

We assure you it is our primary focus to provide healthy diet options for your
breed, and we are taking all of the necessary steps to resolve this issue.  That
is why as a precaution, Royal Canin USA is voluntarily recalling the following
eight dry pet food products.

These are the only Royal Canin USA pet food products that are part of our
recall. All of our other products are safe for dogs and cats to eat.

Royal Canin USA Recalled Products Summary

Available only in US veterinarian clinics:
- ROYAL CANIN Veterinary Diet Canine EARLY CARDIAC EC22 dry
- ROYAL CANIN Veterinary Diet Canine SKIN SUPPORT SS21 dry
- ROYAL CANIN Veterinary Diet Feline HYPOALLERGENIC HP23 dry

Available in pet specialty stores nationwide:
- ROYAL CANIN SENSIBLE CHOICE Chicken Meal & Rice Formula Senior
- ROYAL CANIN SENSIBLE CHOICE  Lamb Meal & Rice Formula Puppy
- ROYAL CANIN SENSIBLE CHOICE  Lamb Meal & Rice Formula Adult
- ROYAL CANIN SENSIBLE CHOICE  Lamb Meal & Rice Formula Senior
- ROYAL CANIN SENSIBLE CHOICE  Rice & Catfish Meal Formula Adult

Please stop feeding these recalled products to your animals, and please pass on
this information to any other concerned breeders and pet owners.

It is important for you to know that Royal Canin USA does not source corn gluten
from China.  Corn gluten is sourced from suppliers in the US.  We feel it is
important for you to also know that Royal Canin USA will no longer use any
Chinese suppliers for any of our vegetable proteins. For more information please
contact us at (800) 513-0041, (800) 592-6687, or visit our web site
www.royalcanin.us<http://www.royalcanin.us/>.

We genuinely regret this unfortunate incident as we place the highest priority
on the health of pets.  On behalf of the entire Royal Canin family, our hearts
go out to you, pet owners and everyone in the pet community who has been
affected by all of the recent pet food recalls.

Sincerely

Denise A. Elliott BVSc PhD Dipl ACVIM Dipl ACVN
Director of Scientific Affairs


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The following is the current (2007) list of CERF Ocular Disorders for the German
Pinscher
The following is a list of "Breeding Advice" listed as"

"NO" = Will not pass CERF, don't breed
"Breeder Option" = breeders option to breed

Inheritance = Mode of inheritance
All are "not defined" meaning the mode of inheritance is not yet known (ie:
autosomal recessive etc.)

Corneal dystrophy
-epithelial/Stromal                    = Breeders Option

Persistent Pupillary Membranes
-iris to lens                             = NO

Cataract                                = NO

Persistent hyperplastic tunica
vasculosa lentis (PHTVL)           =NO

Vitreous
degeneration                          = Breeder Option

Optic Nerve
Hypoplasia                             = NO

Micropapilla                            = Breeder Option



Lesa Haynes
GPCC Health Committee






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Hi All,
      Getting frustrated living in Southern Ca and not enough GPs to
make a major.   Sure would like at least a shot at a few - LOL.
Anyway, I know there has been some activity up north in Washington but
have no ideas what shows anyone is going to if they are even still
showing.   We will be having shows down here in So Ca almost every
weekend in April and May.  We have a very large 4 day show over the
Memorial Day weekend in Pomona.   This is the first year they will be
having it indoors which is great news!   Sure would be nice to see
some more GPs in this area.   If anyone out there thinks they might be
interested, please let me know.    Hey maybe someday we might even
have enough GPs on our side of the Country to has a supported entry :)

Robyn & Remme in California

Hello All,
	 Kate has asked me to post an update on my German Pinscher Health
Test Database.

	 As some of you would know, it is something that I've been working
on for quite some time now (a matter of years).

	 And it is almost ready. Based upon some initial discussions with
some users, I had a bit of rework to do.

	 The web site is:

	 http://gpdb.warpspeed.com.au

	 Currently, it only has the 401 German Pinschers that were
registered in Australia up until mid 2002. This is just my test data. I
have been in the middle of active discussions with the Swedish Kennel Kub,
CKC (Canada), the PSK (Germany), the 1700 odd Finnish
dogs should be available shortly, and of course the more up to date
Australian dogs. What I require is copies (or information on how to
purchase) of the various breed/stud books from the following countries:
America, UK, Norway, and most of the rest of Europe for that
matter.

	 There are two levels of user to the database.

	 Users.

	 Users no longer require special registration, so the general public
can visit the site as a user. Users can view all of the pedigree
information, view all of the health test information, and upload a picture
of a dog. You can also be emailed a PDF version of a 6
generation Pedigree. The pedigree viewing and PDF emails are available for
use now.

	 Administrators.

	 Administrators are the only ones who can enter data. There are
already administrators in place for Canada, Sweden and Australia. The Dutch
are likely to be the next.

	 The general public can view all of the data entered into the
system, and can submit their test results to an Administrator for inclusion
into the system.

	 By only allowing Administrators to enter data into the system, it
lends credibility and accountability to the database.

	 By allowing Users (ie the general public) to view all data entered
into the system, it lends transparency to the system.

	 By not aligning itself to one single individual, a club, a region
or a country, the database is designed to become a truly globally useful
tool for monitoring and planning breeding plans of our wonderful breed.

	 I am hoping to have it all finished in about a month or so.
However, my B'lana is due to whelp in about two weeks time, so we'll see
how I go.

Chris Graham
chrisg@...
Designer and Developer of the German Pinscher Health Testing Database.
http://gpdb.warpspeed.com.au

-Chris

WarpSpeed Computers - The Graham Utilities for OS/2.
Voice:  +61-3-9395-1504   Internet:   chrisg@...
FAX:    +61-3-9395-7633   Web Page:   http://www.warpspeed.com.au
Postal: WarpSpeed Computers, PO Box 4293, Hoppers Crossing DC, VIC 3029,
AUSTRALIA

Hi All -

The GPCA Board has approved nonmember advertisements to be included
in the GPCA Annual Magazine as space permits. The cost for these
advertisements will be $50 US dollars.

The editor will format member ads but we ask that the nonmember ads
be preformatted by by the advertiser. They must be emailed as an
attachment to the editor, Carol Richie, in WORD format, 7" wide and
8.5" high. The text must be Times Roman 12 point or less. The Titles
can be any font but a common font is preferred since an unusual font
may not be available to the printer. The editor has the right to make
editorial changes as necessary.

The ad format calla for one picture only. These ads are for your
German Pinscher(s), not a commercial establishment.

See http://www.german-pinscher.com/acrobat/SampleMagAds.pdf for
sample formats.

For more information, contact Carol Richie at carabelass@... or
give me a call.

Your ad may not be accepted if the magazine becomes full (we do have
a page limit) but we will do our best to accommodate everyone.
Contact Betsy Spilis at bluebanner@... about payment.

Thanks for your interest.

Bye,
Carol Richie
Magazine Editor
carabelass@...

I have been in contact with Optigen.
Several things were related to me.
They are in the middle of two other studies, and have made progress on
our group of GP paperwork submissions. Decisions have been made on who
and who will not be requested to send in blood samples.
They assure me they will be contacting all who submitted paperwork, to
let them know one way or another on the blood samples.

They intend to include, "pig tail" our group of samples on a larger
cataract study, thus saving the set up time, and expense of an
independent study. This is good news, paving the way for funding. This
is a costly endeavor for any laboratory.
I hope that all who submitted paperwork on affected dogs, will soon be
contacted. I will also be notified when Optigen responds to the
applicants, so I can keep you all posted.
As a final note, I was told that it was very refreshing and evident of
the level of concern and desire for this research, from the GP breed
fancy. Lyn

The new VETERANS EYE HONOR ROLL is up on the GPCA website,,,,with the
first four Veterans listed. Please go to the GPCA site, to the Health
Page and about half way down, there is a link. Kind of hard to find,
but it is there....Contratulations to the first to be listed.
Lyn

If a private company such as the DNA Diagnostic Center is used to
determine parentage on a litter that you suspect may have two sires just
remember that to register such a litter with AKC you will have to repeat
the DNA testing using AKC's DNA profile in order to register the
litter(s).  If there are multiple sires then the litter gets registered as
separate litters with the separate sires.  After you pay the DNA on all
suspected parents and all puppies, and the litter applications of each
litter, the AKC hits you with a fine.
--
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"Great minds discuss ideas.  Average minds discuss events.  Small minds
discuss people."  ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

"The most destructive force in the universe is gossip" ~ Dave Barry
-----
Kimberle Schiff
www.oakwoodkennel.org

Have you ever had doubt about the correct parentage of a puppy or
litter?

DNA Diagnostics Center (DDC) provides definitive answers to difficult
questions with fast, affordable Canine DNA Parentage Testing.

DNA testing is not all the same. DDC uses a unique and powerful 16-
marker panel as the standard with an additional 20+ markers in
reserve for solving cases involving closely related sires and/ or
motherless cases.

Collecting samples is easy with the cheek swabs and instructions
provided with the free kit.

Test results are guaranteed to be completed within 10 business days
of receipt of the samples. Results are confidential and can used to
make informed decisions prior to registering a litter or pup.

Clients receive a detailed DNA report showing whether a questionable
sire matches along with a laboratory datasheet that includes a DNA
profile for each individual tested.

The cost of testing is $38 per tested canine. For example, a trio
involving dam, pup, and sire is $114

If you have questions, please feel free to contact DDC Veterinary by
calling toll free at 1-800-625-0874, or visit us our canine parentage
webpage online at http://www.vetdnacenter.com/canine-parentage-test.html
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t.html&Horde=6d49a0ebd75ab01665d2be7ac1b70f81>

Thank you for your time and consideration,

DDC Veterinary
Canine DNA Services
One DDC Way
Fairfield, Ohio 45014
USA
1-800-625-0874
www.vetdnacenter.com

About DDC:
DNA Diagnostics Center (DDC) in Fairfield, Ohio is the largest, most
trusted private DNA testing laboratory in the world. DDC’s highly
developed testing methods using PCR and state-of-the-art genetic
analyzers have become the industry’s standard for accurate, legally
defensible human DNA testing.

DDC’s efforts to provide quality DNA testing services are also
nationally and internationally recognized through a number of
accreditations. DDC has achieved perfect ratings in its past 7
consecutive inspections, including those by the American Association
of Blood Banks (AABB) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
DDC is also accredited by the National Forensic Science Technology
Center to meet the standards of ISO 17025 and the DNA Advisory Board
(DAB).

On Christmas morning, I wish...

For every dog searching trash cans for breakfast, a
filled bowl with his name printed in bright letters.


For every dog who slept fitfully last night, chained
in a frozen yard, a soft, warm bed with a person
snoring gently nearby.

For every shelter dog, spending Christmas morning in a
soiled run, a forever home, filled with sounds and
smells of family.



For every "Christmas" puppy given today, a tolerant,
caring owner who won't abandon you as you grow into a
real dog.

For every ailing pet, enough money for your owner to
pay the bills to make you well.

For every lost dog, a clear, safe road, and well
marked path, to lead you home.

For every old and tired friend, a warm fire, and a
soft bed, to ease your aches and pains.

and

For every Heart Dog at the Bridge, a moment when you
know that you are remembered today, missed again, and
loved forever.

Author unknown


Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays,
          Robyn and Remme

Hi Folks-

I wanted to let people know about a recent experience I've had with
one of my Manchester Terriers as its relevant to all breeds of dogs.
My seven year old Manchester tested with low Thyroid on a standard T4
test run at my vets office.  I researched the hereditary nature of
thyroid and discovered that Dr. Jean Dodds (HemoPet/HemoLife) has been
doing a lot of research on Thyroid.  Dr. Dodds has developed a testing
protocol using a full thyroid panel plus the TGAA test.  Dr. Dodds can
determine from this profile whether the dog's thyroid disease is
idiopathic or hereditary.  The testing to determine if the Thyroid
condition is the hereditary type can only be completed once a dog
tests low on a T4 and before the dog is placed on any medication.   If
dogs are already on medication, they must be removed from Thyroxine
for 90 days before the test can be run.

I was curious to know if this same panel could be used to screen
healthy dogs prior to breeding.  Dr. Dodds reports that breeding
animals should be tested with a full thyroid panel yearly and that
running a T4 is not sufficient screening for pre-breeding evaluation.
  She also reports that the panel does not predict future thyroid
problems in healthy dogs, only that they are free of thyroid at the
time of the evaluation.

For more information:  http://www.hemopet.com

For information on how to submit samples for testing:
http://www.hemopet.com/services.html

Kimberle Schiff
Oakwood German Pinschers

Please feel free to cross post

I am doing a fundraiser (Embroidered T-shirts and Sweatshirts) to help
raise funds for the health of our breed.

The order form with a copy of the design to look at can be seen at:

http://www.oakwoodkennel.org/shirt%20ad.htm

Kimberle Schiff

HItler tried this. . .

Susan Crawford


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The GPCA board, and it's Health Committee has recently passed this
recommenation.
GPCA  Health Committee has determined and the GPCA Board has approved
this recommendation for the best way to decrease the incidence of vWD in
the German Pinscher.    Below are the best breeding strategies for
removing or reducing the incidence of vWD type 1:    1). Breed only dogs
DNA tested as clear. All resulting puppies will be free of the defective
gene.    2). Only partner dogs DNA tested as carriers, to dogs DNA
tested as clears. Resulting puppies are predicted to be 50% carriers and
50% clear. All resulting puppies should be DNA tested. Those puppies
carrying the gene should be spayed/neutered. This will eliminate the
gene in that line.  VetGen Breeding strategies link:
http://www.vetgen.com/interpARD.html
<http://www.vetgen.com/interpARD.html>     GPCA Health Committee


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Oh, my...Cyprus sounds wonderful, escecially for me sitting in the north of
Sweden with two decimeter of snow outside my window!! :)

Good luck with moving and everything!!


//Eva
http://web.telia.com/~u92125881/index_e.htm





>From: "Frank Cuthbert" <frank.cuthbert@...>
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>Etchells" <ravenredkennels@...>,"Don Lasseter"
><donsix4@...>,"Dick Baars" <baars.D@...>,"Connie Ball"
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><kateg@...>,"Charles Purdy"
><charles@...>,"Carl Hasty"
><carl@...>,"Brian McInally"
><villaman@...>,"Ann King" <Aking@...>, "Allan Legget"
><alilegget@...>
>Subject: [german-pinschers] We are moving abroad
>Date: Sat, 4 Nov 2006 13:22:07 -0000
>
>Hello All
>
>Gloria & I will be leaving the UK on 9th November to live pemanently in
>Cyprus.
>
>We will be packing in the next few days (including the computer) so we will
>not be able to send or receive email.
>
>Also, after our arrival in Cyprus, will will have to obtain a new ISP -
>which will mean a change in our email address.
>
>We hope to move into our Cypriot house and receive our shipped furniture
>within 6 weeks. Once we have obtained a telephone and set up the computer -
>we will advise of our new email address.
>
>Best wishes to all.
>
>Frank & Gloria (Cuthbert)
>
>
>

_________________________________________________________________
Gör karriär! http://monster.msn.se/

Hello All

Gloria & I will be leaving the UK on 9th November to live pemanently in
Cyprus.

We will be packing in the next few days (including the computer) so we will
not be able to send or receive email.

Also, after our arrival in Cyprus, will will have to obtain a new ISP -
which will mean a change in our email address.

We hope to move into our Cypriot house and receive our shipped furniture
within 6 weeks. Once we have obtained a telephone and set up the computer -
we will advise of our new email address.

Best wishes to all.

Frank & Gloria (Cuthbert)