C.O.R.K. GERMAN STYLE BREED SHOW 2014

June 7 & 8, 2014

Entries limited to 55 dogs per day - Dog must be shown on a fur saver collar, no flat collars or nylon choke collars.


Niagara Fairgrounds
1110 Niagara Street
Welland, Ontario

Show Judge: Gerard O’Shea, FCI

Closing date: May 30, 2014

Entries are non-refundable

This is a RKNA Sanctioned Event
RKNA follows CKC Standard but has added DQ faults
*download RKNA bylaws at www.rknaonline.com
Docked & tailed dogs welcome
 

Judge’s Biography

The confirmed judge will be Gerard O’Shea, FCI

Born 1964 in Ireland, Gerard acquired his first Rottweiler in 1980 and has since been actively involved in the breed as well as being a Championship show judge since 1991. 

 

·         Long-time member of the Irish Rottweiler Club, serving as board member for 8 yrs and club Chairman for 4 yrs prior to moving to Sweden

·         Irish Kennel Club Breed representative (ARD CHOMHAIRLE) for 3 yrs

·         C.A.M. Breed representative campaigning against dangerous dogs act within Ireland, 1994

·         Long-time member of the Swedish Rottweiler Club

·         Long-time member of the Swedish Working Dog Club

·         Long-time member and registered Kennel owner with the Swedish Kennel Club (FCI)

·         Has judged in USA, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, England, Germany, Belgium, Holland, Finland, Norway, Austria, Denmark, Sweden, Ireland, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia

 

Gerard has been a Rottweiler breeder for many years, having had the pleasure of owning and breeding numerous champion and title winning dogs in several European countries.


 

·         Worked with the Swedish Military Dog Unit

·         Owner of ‘YOUR DOG SWEDEN’, a company committed to educating people on how to judge and recognize a dog’s anatomy while moving and standing

·         Educational Rottweiler workshops teaching theoretical and practical instruction on evaluating and understanding the Rottweiler. Gerard has taught these courses throughout Scandinavia, Europe, Australia, America and England

 

·         Active in behavioural training and handling courses

THINGS TO SEE IN THE WELLAND AREA



The city of Welland known officially as the Rose City is a truly historic canal city situated in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula.

* Welland Historical Museum
* Welland Canal Memorial Monument
* 28 murals
* Rod Dowling Stainless Steel Sculptures
* 350 acres in parks
* Seaway Serpentarium
* Lochness Links Golf Course
* Niagara Falls
* Fallsview casino


ABOUT OUR CLUB

For information on the club, contact:
President: Brenda Burggraf – konigliche@gmail.com Membership Coordinator: Joanne Crockett – jjcrockett@hotmail.com

The club’s website is www.centralontariorottweilerclub.com

RKNA CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAM

To attain the RKNA Championship title, a dog must achieve 5 total points. Points can be earned in the following ways:

- 1 point: V1 rating at any RKNA show
- 1 point: RKNA Best Male/Female
- 2 points: Ztp
- 2 points: VPG/IPO title

To attain the RKNA Elite Championship title, a dog must be a RKNA Champion and achieve an additional five (5) Points. Points can be earned in the following ways:

- 1 point RKNA Best or Most Beautiful in Show

- 1 point RKNA Kombi-Sieger/in

- 2 points RKNA Sieger/in or RKNA Klub Sieger/in

- 2 points RKNA Gekört.


CATALOG ADVERTISING

Catalog page size is 8.5" x 11"

Contact Us for your advertising needs.

Ads must be camera ready. There will be an extra charge for ad design, special borders and/or typesetting.

Send all advertising material along with fees payable to Central Ontario Rottweiler Klub, c/o Brenda Burggraf 20 Torbolton Dr, Unit#9,  Toronto, Ontario M9W 3Y2


Ads & payment must be received by Friday, May 30th

RAFFLE DONATIONS

We greatly appreciate any and all raffle donations. A list of donors will appear in our show catalog. If you would like to donate, please contact: Brenda Burggraf at (705) 454 9091 or konigliche@gmail.com

TROPHY DONATIONS

Any and all trophy donations are greatly appreciated. Available trophies include:

* Best in Show
* Best Adult Male
* Best Adult Female
* Best Youth Male
* Best Youth Female
* Best Puppy Male
* Best Puppy Female

If you would like to make a trophy donation, please let us know.

VENDOR BOOTH SPACE AVAILABLE
We are offering free space to vendors who donate $75 in products to our raffle.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Saturday, June 7, 2014

8:00 am - CHECK IN - field is located 5 minutes from the Hotels

9:00 am - All male classes starting with 4-6 months through 24 months
All female classes starting with 4-6 months through 24 months

Naming of Best Male Puppy & Best Female Puppy
Naming of Best Youth Male & Best Youth Female


7:00 pm - Judge’s Dinner

To be held at M.T. Bellies Restaurant

Sunday, June 8, 2014

8:00 am - CHECK IN

9:00 am - all Open, Champion, Working, Veteran Classes,

Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, Kennel Class and Exhibition Class

Selection of Best Adult Male

Selection of Best Adult Female

Selection of Best in Show (dogs eligible to compete are Best Adult Male, Best Adult Female, Best Youth Male, Best Youth Female)

Dogs eligible for Best Adult Male & Best Adult Female titles may come from the Open, Champion, Working and Veteran classes. The winner of each class will compete for Best Adult Male or Best Adult Female.


CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE BOTH DAYS

Lunch - time will be at the judge’s discretion

BBQ by Andy, Roast beef on a bun, Hamburgers, Hot dogs, drinks. Coffee and Muffins


IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION

§ Dogs born in countries with anti-docking laws must be shown with a natural tail.

§ Copies of required documentation for the Champion and Working Classes must be submitted with entry and originals must be brought to the show and be available for inspection before entering the ring.

§ Spayed or neutered dogs may not show with the exceptions of Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, and Exhibition Classes.

§ Dogs with missing teeth will be excused from the ring

§ Males will be judged first

§ Dogs are shown in natural stance; no hand stacking is allowed. No food is allowed in the ring; toys may be used at the judge’s discretion. Double handling is encouraged.

§ Any entry that does not meet the Class requirement will be invalid.

§ The host club shall not permit entry into any class if an entered dog’s original registration and support documents of all certifications, accomplishments and titles are not available at the show for inspection at the time of the class.

§ When a dog is eligible for more than one class, the dog’s owner determines the entry.

§ This is a German style show

§ The event is being held outdoors, rain or shine

§ No dogs are allowed to be tied out at the show site or ringside

§ No dogs are allowed to be crated near the ring

§ Please use designated areas to exercise your dogs and clean up after them

§ Adult classes will be moved long enough for the judge to evaluate the movement


ENTRY FEES

Puppy (under 12 months)……………………………… $50.00 CAD

Youth & All Adult classes………………………………. $60.00 CAD

Remember to bring originals of your dog’s registration, hip certification (when applicable) and support documents for all accomplishments to the show including score book; they MUST be available for inspection at Check In.

In order to cross the US & Canadian border, you are required to present your Passport & each dog’s valid Rabies certificate.

Closing date is May 30, 2014 or when the show is full!

Payment must be by way of PayPal or cheque. Send all entries and necessary supporting documentation to:

Central Ontario Rottweiler Klub,

c/o Brenda Burggraf

20  Torbolton Drive, Unit #9

Toronto, Ontario (Canada), M9W 3Y2

email: konigliche@gmail.com Download entry form from www.rknaonline.com

Or processes your entries by way of www.zooza.com



NO ENTRIES WILL BE REFUNDED


JUDGE’S DINNER

The club will be hosting a Judge’s Dinner in honor of our judge on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The dinner will be held at a local restaurant called M.T. Bellies which is attached to the Knight’s Inn.

Menu

Caesar Salad
Rolls/Butter
Penne with Rose sauce
Roast Beef
Grilled Chicken
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Coffee/tea/soft drinks and various Dessert squares

Price per person $25.99 tax and gratuity included. (if paid in advance), $30.00 if paid on the date of the dinner

We need a preliminary head count. If you plan on attending our dinner, please let us know and send payment for the dinner along with your entry form.

Judge’s Dinner prepayment

Number of guests_______________________________________________

MAPS

ACCOMMODATIONS

Host Hotel

Comfort Inn                 T: 905-732-4811                 $104.99 CAD per night
870 Niagara Street                                                     $15.00 Pet fee
Welland, Ontario                                                        includes full hot buffet breakfast
L3C 1M3

Ramada Inn (formerly Knights Inn)                   T: 905-735-6666                 $104.99 CAD per night
1030 Niagara Street                                                     $15.00 Pet fee
Welland, Ontario                                                          includes Continental breakfast
L3C 1M6

Both have limited “dog friendly” rooms & located 5 minutes from show grounds

CAMPING

Niagara Fairgrounds (at the show site)                     $15.00 CAD per day

Includes:
Hydro hook-up
Water
Dumping station

Contact Brenda Burggraf to book campground space @ (705) 454 9091 or email: konigliche@gmail.com


LOCAL VETERINARIAN WILL BE ON CALL
 

CONFORMATION SHOW INFORMATION

Puppy Classes
4-6 Month Male/Female; 6-9 Month Male/Female; 9-12 Month Male/Female

Youth Classes
12-18 Month Male/Female; 18-24 Month Male/Female

Adult Classes
Open Male/Female: For all Rottweilers 24 months and older without a VPG/ IPO title or a Championship title.

Champion Male/Female: For all Rottweilers 24 months and older who have earned a Sieger/Siegerin title, Championship title from AKC, CKC, International FCI Champions and any Champion of Record.

Working Male/Female: For all Rottweilers 24 months and older with a VPG/IPO title.

Veteran Male/Female: For all Rottweilers 8 years or older the day of the show.

Brood Bitch: If not entered in regular class, must present 3 show ratings showing full dentition and must have 2 progeny entered in regular classes.

Stud Dog: If not entered in regular class, must present 3 show ratings showing full dentition and must have 2 progeny entered in regular classes.

Kennel Class: must have 3 progeny entered in regular classes.

Exhibition: Critique only class open to Rottweilers with a disqualifying fault or who are spayed or neutered. No ratings are to be awarded. Dogs critiqued, with fault noted, are for educational purposes.

If a dog is eligible for more than one class, the owner may determine the class to enter in.

SHOW RATINGS

Puppies (4-12 mo.)         Youth (12-24 mo.)         Adults (24 mo. & older)
VP – Very promising          V – Excellent                 V – Excellent
P – Promising                   SG – Very good              SG – Very good
S – Satisfactory                G – Good                       G – Good
NP – Not promising           B – Satisfactory               B – Satisfactory
                                     U – Unsatisfactory            U – Unsatisfactory