Officers
President
……………………….. Jennifer Mazzara, 3670 Mariner Street Waterford, MI 48329
Vice President ………………………....... Jim Clark,56965 Briarmeadow, South Lyon, MI 48178
Treasurer ……………………..... Lynda Chase , 2077 Pine Hollow Trail, Brighton, MI 48114
Secretary………...……………….Lynda Chase , 2077 Pine Hollow Trail, Brighton, MI 48114
Show Committee
Show Chairperson .……………………………………………………………...........Jennifer Mazzara
3670 Mariner Street Waterford, MI 48329; 248-674-1936
Show Secretary…………………………………………………………………......................Sharon Ehr
64 Oak Valley Dr, Cary IL 60013 847-516-8207, smedachs@mc.net
Trophies…………………………………………………………….........Susan Lee & Cheryl Smith
Raffle……………………………………………………………........Lee Gancer & Karen Lishinski
Hospitality……………………………………………………..................………………...Karen Lishinski
Grounds ………………………………………………………..........Hugh Murdock & Doug Rivait
Advertising & Publicity …………………………………………......Lynda Chase & Carey Clark
Emergency Response Coordinator………………………………………………....Lynda Chase
Show Photographer……………………………………………………………...............Garth Gourlay
RR#1 Freelton,Ontario, Canada L0R1K0 905-659-1413
Veterinarian on Call
Veterinary Care Specialists
205 Rowe Rd., Milford, MI 48380
phone: 248.684.0468 fax: 248.684.8122
vcsmilford@aol.com
Judging Panel - Saturday, September 8th
Conformation & Junior Showmanship……………………………………Ms. Debra L. Davis
3372 Breezewood Court, Ortonville, MI 48462
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes .................................................................... Mrs. Barbara Turek
5814 North US 231, Renssalear, IN 47978
Judging Panel - Sunday, September 9th
Conformation & Junior Showmanship…………………………………Mrs. Virginia Murray
4403 Roberts Road, Island Lake, IL 60042
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes: ..................................................................................Mr. Mark Stinson
1915 Epley Road, Williamston, MI 48895
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION
Permission has been granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations.
James P. Crowley, Secretary
CONFORMATION CLASSES
REGULAR CLASSES
Puppy Dog ---------------------------------- 6 months & under 9 months -------------------------------Puppy Bitch
Puppy Dog --------------------------------- 9 months & under 12 months --------------------------------Puppy Bitch
Dog ----------------------------------------- 12 months & under 18 months ---------------------------------------- Bitch
Dog --------------------------------------------------- Bred-by-Exhibitor ------------------------------------------------- Bitch
Dog ---------------------------------------------------- American-Bred --------------------------------------------------- Bitch
Dog ----------------------------------------------------------- Open ----------------------------------------------------------Bitch
Dog --------------------------------------------------------- Winners ------------------------------------------------------- Bitch
NON-REGULAR CLASSES (Single Dog Entries)
Dog ---------------------------------------------------------- Veteran -------------------------------------------------------- Bitch
Dog --------------------------------------------------------- Field Trial ------------------------------------------------------ Bitch
BEST OF BREED COMPETITION
Award of Merit (2)
Best Puppy
Bred by Exhibitor Class Eligibility
Due to a rule change, effective September 2002, the AKC has asked that the followin
items be included in all conformation Premium List.
• All dogs entered in the Bred-By Class must be individually registered with the AKC.
• The person handling the dog must be a breeder of record of the dog and an owner of
record of the dog.
• To exhibit in this class, family members must be a breeder and owner of record.
NON-REGULAR CLASSES (Multiple Dog Entries)
Stud Dog, Brood Bitch
STUD DOG CLASS: Stud Dogs & two of their Get. Stud Dogs must be entered in the Stud Dog Class and must be shown in the ring with their Get. Owner of the Stud Dog need not necessarily be owner of Get. Get only to be judged, based on the merits of the Get. Get must be entered in a Regular Class, Best of Breed Competition, or some other Non-Regular Class.
BROOD BITCH CLASS: Brood Bitches & two of their Produce. Brood Bitches must be entered in the Brood Bitch Class and must be shown in the ring with their Produce. Owner of the Brood Bitch need not necessarily be owner of Produce. Produce only to be judged, based on the merits of the Produce. Produce must be entered in a Regular Class, Best of Breed Competition, or some other Non-Regular Class. As the judge's decision in the Stud Dog and Brood Bitch classes will be based on the merits of more than one dog or bitch, no one of the dogs or bitches making up the entry judged first in the class will be eligible to compete for Best of Breed by virtue of having won this class.
VETERAN CLASS: Open to Dogs & Bitches 7 years old or over.
Note . . . "Neutered dogs and spayed bitches may compete in the Veterans Classes only at
independent specialties and/or those all-breed shows which do not offer any competition beyond
Best of Breed" . . . AKC Rules Applying to DOG SHOWS, Chapter 11, Section 8.
FIELD TRIAL CLASSES: For those Dogs & Bitches who have a placement in the Senior Stakes (example, Gun Dog or All Age) or a first in Derby Stakes at an AKC Licensed Field Trial.
Junior Showmanship Classification
There will be one class offered for Novice (All age groups combined)
There will be one class offered for Open (All age groups combined)
Best Junior Handler
Novice Class - For Boys & Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Open Class - For Boys & Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Places, with competition present, in a Novice Junior Showmanship Class at a licensed or member show.
Note: AKC Jr. Handler
JUNIORS WHO SUBSTITUTE FOR THE ORIGINAL DOG THEY HAVE ENTERED IN THE JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES WITH DOGS THAT ARE NOT ENTERED IN ONE OF THE OFFERED CLASSES AT THIS SHOW MUST REMIT THE JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP ONLY ENTRY FEE WITH THEIR SUBSTITUTION.
AKC Jr. Handler numbers are required in Junior Showmanship. Competition numbers may be obtained from the AKC – phone (919) 816-3776.
SWEEPSTAKES
Puppy Sweepstakes Classification
(Same Classes for Bitches)
Puppy Dogs, 6 mos. & under 9 mos.
Puppy Dogs, 9 mos. & under 12 mos.
Dogs, 12 mos. & under 15 mos.
Dogs, 15 mos. & under 18 mos.
Best Puppy in Sweepstakes
Best of Opposite Sex to Best Puppy in Sweepstakes
Veteran Sweepstakes
Sweepstakes is open to all AKC registered English Setters who are at least 7 years of age on the day of the show. Entries may be spayed or neutered. Dogs need not be entered in a regular class to compete. Entry fee is $18.00.
Veteran Sweepstakes Classification
(Same Classes for Bitches)
7 yrs. & under 9 yrs.
9 yrs. & older
Best Veteran in Sweepstakes
Best of Opposite Sex to Best Veteran in Sweepstakes
PUPPY AND VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES PRIZE MONEY
After 30% of the Sweepstakes entry fees have been deducted for expenses, 50% of the remaining monies from entry fees will be divided as follows: First place winner of each class shall be awarded 50% of that class’ entry fees. 60% of the remaining monies shall be awarded to Best in Sweepstakes, and 40% to Best of Opposite Sex in Sweepstakes.
ENTRY FEES
First Class in which dog is entered ........................................................................... $28.00
Each Additional Entry (for same dog) ........................................................................ $15.00
Puppy Class (6-9 & 9-12) ........................................................................................... $15.00
Sweepstakes (must be entered in Regular Class also) ................................................$18.00
Junior Showmanship (as a first entry)....................................................................... $18.00
Junior Showmanship (as an additional entry)................................................................FREE
(The above entry fees where applicable include, $0.50 AKC Recording Fee & $1.50 Event Service Fee)
ENTRIES CLOSE at 64 Oak Valley Drive. Cary IL 60013, SATURDAY August 25, 2007, 6:00 P.M. after which time entries will not be accepted, canceled, altered or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules.
Make checks payable to: Michigamme English Setter Club. (Returned check charge of $25.00) THIRD PARTY CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. NO FAX ENTRIES ACCEPTED. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED ON OFFICIAL AKC ENTRY FORMS. Photocopies of front & back accepted only if legible. MAIL ENTRIES with FEES payable to MESC to: Sharon Ehr, 64 Oak Valley Drive, Cary IL 60013. WAIVE SIGNATURE REQUIREMENT ON PRIORITY TYPE MAIL DELIVERIES. ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT SIGNATURE, FEES AND BACK OF ENTRY FORM WITH AGREEMENT. ALL FEES MUST BE PAYABLE IN US FUNDS
RIBBON PRIZES
First Place (Regular Classes) .................................................................................................Blue Rosette
Second Place (Regular Classes) .............................................................................................Red Ribbon
Third Place (Regular Classes) .............................................................................................Yellow Ribbon
Fourth Place (Regular Classes) ..........................................................................................White Ribbon
Winners (Dog & Bitch) ...................................................................................................... Purple Rosette
Reserve Winners (Dog & Bitch) ..............................................................................Purple & White Rosette
Best of Winners ......................................................................................................Blue & White Rosette
Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed ...................................................................... Red & White Rosette
Best of Breed ........................................................................................................ Purple & Gold Rosette
First Place (Non-Regular Classes) ....................................................................................... Rose Rosette
Second Place (Non-Regular Classes) ...................................................................................Brown Ribbon
Third Place (Non-Regular Classes) ................................................................................Light Green Ribbon
Fourth Place (Non-Regular Classes) .......................................................................................Gray Ribbon
Best in Sweepstakes ............................................................................................. Pink & Green Rosette
Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes ................................................................. Lavender Rosette
Best Junior Handler ............................................................................................... Rose & Green Rosette
Award of Merit ............................................................................................................Dark Green Rosette
TROPHIES
Unless otherwise specified, the following prizes are offered by the Michigamme English Setter Club through the generosity of members and friends whose names will appear in the catalog.
PRIZES
BEST OF BREED – 27 x 36 Fleece Micro Fiber Heated Dog Bed
10” Engraved SP Revere Bowl, offered by the English Setter Association of America. Antique SP trophy
inscribed “DKC” 1924 Best Llewellyn Setter Puppy” offered by Pamela Schaar and Ronald Vayda through
the Michigamme English Setter Club at its Annual Independent Specialty Show only for the winner of Best
of Breed. Permanent possession will be awarded for three Best of Breed wins by the same owner, not
necessarily with the same dog, nor at consecutive shows. The name of each winner will be engraved on a
plaque mounted on the base of the trophy. (This trophy was won by Kaska English Setters, Lee Gancer,
Carey Clark and Lindsey Kuhn in 2005 making them eligible for permanent possession, however they
generously rededicated the trophy in 2005.)
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX – 27 x 36 Solid Color Washable Dog Bed
BEST OF WINNERS — Crate Fan
WINNERS DOG — Novelty Collar & Stuffed Dog Toy
WINNERS BITCH – Novelty Collar & Stuffed Dog Toy
RESERVE WINNERS DOG & BITCH — Dog Themed Picture Frame
BEST PUPPY – Saturday Only — English Setter Statue on Cherrywood base offered by Larry Madden in memory of Jamie Fields, through the Michigamme English Setter Club at it’s annual Independent
Specialty show. Permanent possession will be awarded for three Best Puppy wins by the same owner, not
necessarily with the same dog.. The name of each winner will be engraved on a plaque mounted on the
base of the trophy. The trophy will stay in club’s possession until it is won. & 7” Cobalt Blue Ceramic Crock
BEST PUPPY SUNDAY –7” Cobalt Blue Ceramic Crock
1st Place in Regular Conformation Classes — 14" Fleece Bone
2nd Place in Regular Conformation Classes —8” Fleece Bear
3rd Place in Regular Conformation Classes — 8” Fleece Bones
4th Place in Regular Conformation Classes — Small Meat Roll
1st Field Dog/ Field Bitch – 14” Fleece Bone
Best Veteran/ Best Opposite Sex Veteran - 14” Fleece Bone
BEST PUPPY IN SWEEPSTAKES — Box Dog Cookies
BEST OPPOSITE TO BEST PUPPY IN SWEEPSTAKES — Clean up Bag Dispensing Pouch
BEST VETERAN IN SWEEPSTAKES — Box Dog Cookies
BEST OPOPPOSITE SEX TO BEST VETERAN IN SWEEPSTAKES — Clean up Bag Dispensing Pouch
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP PRIZES
Best Junior Handler: Stainless Steel Bucket
Puppy Sweepstakes
Sweepstakes is open to all AKC registered English Setters who are at least 6 months and under 18 months of age on the day of the show. Dogs MUST be entered in a regular class to compete in the sweepstakes. Champions of record are allowed to compete. Entry fee is $18.00.
Puppy Sweepstakes Classification
(Same Classes for Bitches)
Puppy Dogs, 6 mos. & under 9 mos.
Puppy Dogs, 9 mos. & under 12 mos.
Dogs, 12 mos. & under 15 mos.
Dogs, 15 mos. & under 18 mos.
Best Puppy in Sweepstakes
Best of Opposite Sex to Best Puppy in Sweepstakes
Veteran Sweepstakes
Sweepstakes is open to all AKC registered English Setters who are at least 7 years of age on the day of the show. Entries may be spayed or neutered. Dogs need not be entered in a regular class to compete. Entry fee is $18.00.
Veteran Sweepstakes Classification
(Same Classes for Bitches)
7 yrs. & under 9 yrs.
9 yrs. & older
Best Veteran in Sweepstakes
Best of Opposite Sex to Best Veteran in Sweepstakes
PUPPY AND VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES PRIZE MONEY
After 35% of the Sweepstakes entry fees have been deducted for expenses, 50% of the remaining monies from entry fees will be divided as follows: First place winner of each class shall be awarded 50% of that class’ entry fees. The remaining 50% shall be awarded as follows 60% awarded to Best in Sweepstakes, and 40% to Best of Opposite Sex in Sweepstakes.
Notice to Exhibitors
The Michigamme English Setter Club and its Secretary assume no responsibility for a wrong entry. Exhibitors are advised to print all unusual words when filling in entry forms.
No dog wrongly entered in a class may be transferred to another class after the closing of entries, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the AKC Rules and Regulations. No entry may be changed or canceled unless notice of the change or cancellation is received in writing or by telegram by the Show Secretary named in the premium list to receive entries, prior to the closing date and hour for entries, except that a correction may be made in the sex of a dog. No dog may otherwise be transferred to another class. Owners are responsible for errors in the entry forms, regardless of who may make such error.
Entries will not be accepted without proper fees and signatures. Entries must be submitted on approved entry forms with the agreement printed on the reverse side. Photocopies of front & back will be accepted if legible.
No entry fees will be returned if the show cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fire, an act of God, public emergency, strikes or any other causes beyond the control of the management. Extreme weather conditions, such as, but not limited to snow storms, hurricanes, lightning, extreme heat, must be considered for the health and safety of the dogs, exhibitors and spectators. The well-being of dogs, exhibitors and spectators is of paramount importance and, in the event it is necessary to cancel or stop the show before completion, no refund of entry fee will be made.
Dogs need not be at the show until the scheduled time of judging. Dogs no longer needed for further judging will be excused. This show is unbenched.
All dogs present must be held on leash or confined to their crates except when being judged or when in the exercising ring.
The Club, Show Secretary, their Agents, employees, etc. assume no responsibility for injury to children not under the control of their parents or guardians.
Class cash prizes will be paid in the ring to the person showing the dog. Claims for prize money must be made in the ring before the judging is over, and the Show Secretary’s office advised at once. The Show Secretary and show-giving Club disclaim any liability for cash prizes after the judging is over.
Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs and keeping their crating & grooming areas clean.
Note: Exhibitors should follow their veterinarians’ recommendation to assure their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate vaccinations.
A RECORDING FEE of 50¢ and $1.50 AKC EVENT SERVICE FEE will be required for each dog entered at any Licensed or Member Club Show, Obedience Trial or Tracking Test. This Recording Fee is to be collected by the Show-Giving Club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class in the show, the Recording Fee is to be collected on the first entry only. (American Kennel Club Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2).
ACCOMMODATIONS
The following hotels & motels will accept dogs:
Best Western of Heartland………………………………………..…………..….810-632-7177
10087 M-59, Hartland MI
Best Western of Howell…. ………………………………………..…………..517-548-2900
1500 Pickney Rd. Howell MI 48843 $15.00 per dog (limit 2 dogs per room)
Kensington Inn ……………...……………………………………………..……...517-332-2575
124 Holiday Lane, Howell MI 48843 ( I-96 at Pickney Road (Exit 137) Rooms have been updated.
Reservations for Camping can be made online http://www.midnrreservations.com/index.cfm.
Choose Brighton Recreation Area, Bishop Lake Campground
DIRECTIONS
FROM THE NORTH : US 23 South to I-96 West, Exit 147 Brighton (Spencer Rd.). Go west on Spencer Rd (right) which will become Main Street through town, Main Street will become Brighton Rd west of town. Aproximately 3.5 miles and turn left on Chilson Rd, 1.3 miles to Brighton Recreational Area.
FROM THE South: US 23 North to I-96 West, Exit 147 Brighton (Spencer Rd.). Go west on Spencer Rd (right) which will become Main Street through town, Main Street will become Brighton Rd west of town. Aproximately 3.5 miles and turn left on Chilson Rd, 1.3 miles to Brighton Recreational Area.
FROM I-96 EAST OR WEST: I-96 to Spencer Road Exit 147 Brighton (Spencer Rd). Go West (left) which will become Main Street through twon, Main Street will become Brighton Rd.west o ftown, Approximately 3.5 miles and turn left on Chilson Rd. 1.3 miles to Brighton Recreational Area.
