Keshwar

They already exist to some degree Weasels - they called universities. ;)

Some young folk go in to one end and never re-emerge. And they spend their lives learning more and more about less and less and lose the ability to engage with anyone other than scientists.

They become Emeritus professors. The bane of many University IT staff.

I dont know about all Sighthounds but I can tell you that there's no way known I'd be on SSM's property if there was no one home and Jadir was on patrol. Some sighthounds (not necessarily Salukis) have performed guarding functions over the years (hello Azawakhs) and anyone concluding that all sighthounds aren't protective could be in for a bit of a shock.. a 50kph or more closing fast shock ;)

LOL - Jadir is the decoy - it's Faxon you really need to watch out for.

I'd believe it but it is hard to take blondes as seriously. ;) Did 'Ghans have a guarding role in their villages Bear?

Faxon is the black one! ;)

Depends what you want to believe. There is the legend about Afghan hounds guarding a British outpost in Afghanistan in the 19th century. Apparentlyy they patrolled in pairs with no human intervention.

It is, and I should have said 'shy', but actually somehow thought 'timid' was practically the same thing and might be easier to swallow. Oops!

I don't find "shy" any less easy to swallow.

"Reserved" on the other hand..

Or "couldn't give a sh!t about things I'm not bred for"

Which manifests in some sighthounds as "couldn't give a shit about making nice with strangers".

I dont know about all Sighthounds but I can tell you that there's no way known I'd be on SSM's property if there was no one home and Jadir was on patrol. Some sighthounds (not necessarily Salukis) have performed guarding functions over the years (hello Azawakhs) and anyone concluding that all sighthounds aren't protective could be in for a bit of a shock.. a 50kph or more closing fast shock ;)

LOL - Jadir is the decoy - it's Faxon you really need to watch out for.

Tissue warning!!!!!

http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/heavy_petting/2011/09/the_perfect_day.html

Hi, another new newbie =]

I'm a bit late getting into showing (still deciding whether to do conformation or agility, my partner and I have different opinions).

My girl is 6 months in October (when I hope to first show her, at a very small country show - expect more questions around then lol) but there is a bigger show this weekend that I am just going along to get a feel for (agility is on as well, same day/same time/different place) my question is:

As a hopeful future exhibitor, with a main registered bitch + a member of DogsNSW is it out of place/rude/wrong to bring my pup along? I wasn't going to take her, but if it IS ok, the chance to bring her out with us on sunny 30 degree day would be nice.

Thanks, I've gone through a ton of threads but haven't yet stumbled across this question other than "members of the public bringing dogs along".

As long as your pup is well behaved, on a leash and not getting in the way there is probably no problem.

BUT..... you knew there was a but didn't you?

If this is the first show you have been to, then you may want to leave her at home this time. If you are going to get a feel for what happens at a show it is probably better not to have your pup because then you can concentrate on what's going on without having to worry about your pup.

HTH

Bear.

Apologies guys, work is crazy right now and I don't even have time for lunch so I won't be able to call around today. If anyone else would like to, feel free, otherwise I will do it tomorrow.

Here are some links you may find useful.

http://nationalcoursing.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=1

http://www.dogs4sale.com.au/Lure_Coursing.htm

http://www.qldlurecoursing.com/

http://www.afghanhoundclubnsw.org.au/lurecoursing.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lure_coursing

http://www.asfa.org/

http://www.injoy-1.com/

http://www.lurecoursing.org.uk/

http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/d/ddoggone/Homepage/Burnham/1-rabbits.html

http://www.akc.org/events/lure_coursing/index.cfm

http://www.mahahounds.org/coursinginfo.htm

We imported a complete lure coursing kit from Injoy. Cost about $2,000 including freight and GST.

Good luck with getting lure coursing set up in SA. I really hope it works.

I would really like to see Lure Coursing recognised by ANKC. So the more people doing it the better.

Capital Grooming - Chifley Shopping Centre, Eggleston Crescent, Chifley ACT 2606

http://www.capitalgrooming.com.au/index.htm

The used to do a great job on my Afghan when we were in Canberra.

Ring Allocations.

Ring 1 Gundogs and GS

Ring 2 Toys and Terriers

Ring 3 Hounds and Working dogs

Ring 4 Utility and Non-sporting.

Terriers are in Ring 2 after Toys.

Ring 2 is the ring closest to the road in front of the office.

Sunday

ladiessun.pdf

Saturday

ladiessat.pdf

Go and check out the Show ring - http://www.dolforums.com.au/forum/7-the-show-ring/

Also check out the FAQ - http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/163330-show-ring-f-a-q/

There are lots of helpful and experienced people there.

When the Customs Beagle indicated on the liver treats in my handbag. :D

That happened to me as well except the treats were in my pocket. Fortunately the handler was must understanding when I explained I was an obedience instructor.

The beagle kept coming back to me for treats.

THis is probably a silly question but my bitch was born on the 4th of the month. If I enter shows that are on the 3rd of the month, will she still be in the same class?

Yup for the 3rd. If the show is over a weekend eg Saturday 3rd, Sunday 4th then you would enter her in different classes.

Keshwar is the middle name of the Afghan woman Meena Kamal, who founded RAWA

Meena

Meena was the founding leader of RAWA (Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan), an organization that captured people's attention with their highly publicized criticism of the Taliban's mistreatment of Afghan women. Meena also founded a bilingual magazine (Payam-e Zan) which publishes articles on different political and social matters affecting Afghan women. RAWA claims that she was killed on February 4,1987 by KHAD agents working with Hekmatyar's group, Hezb-e Islami. RAWA wishes to establish a secular government in Afghanistan.

More About Meena:

Official Website: RAWA http://www.rawa.org

AQ/2001 (last updated 4/2004 by AQ)

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To anyone wanting to stay ( not camping.... ) the local Caravan/Cabin parks are filling up FAST...... get in NOW guys..... See you there.....

Dave

Just to save people some time - none of the Caravan/cabin parks will allow dogs inside the cabins. Even in crates.

In the New national body thread people have said they would like to see changes to the ANKC.

What changes would you like to see made?

Here's some I would like to see.

I would like to see consistent rules/regs nationally.

I would like to see one national body with offices in each state and territory. So no dogsnsw, dogact, dogsvic etc just the ANKC.

Elected representatives on the governing body board from each state/territory. Reps elected by all members in each state/territory.

hi all,

Just wondering if anyone has there numbers for the southern region hound show on the weekend at Harden Murrumburah?

Im worried!!

Hey IL,

We got ours yesterday.

Would the current members' of the present dog councils support a new dog organisation ?

If it were national, with all the titles etc and shows. An organisation managed (finacially by a business people) with suitable controls and transperances. This is possible. There need not be only one dog organisation in Australia.

Just have a quiet think about it .In a recent survey 78% of those canvassed at shows said yes.

Isn't this what MDBA are doing?

No I don't feel the need for another National body.

I do think the ANKC could do with some improvement tho'.

http://www.thevetshed.com.au/index.php/cPath/1_23_200

All sorted now.

I like a person who is respectful to other exhibitors, despite the fact that they are competition. Congratulate winning exhibitor, ask if they are ready to go, that sort of thing...

I used to do this but some people took it as a cue to run up my dogs bum.

After listening to some advise from more experienced exhibitors - ;) - I stopped asking.

What CC said.

plus when they win they thank the Judge and notice if the Judge is wanting to shake their hand or give them a ribbon/sash etc.

Damn, I'm a scratching for Yass this weekend. Had huge plans last weekend (photography, babies,dogs etc) and put my back out on Friday. Since then I have been creeping around the house looking for a bell to ring.:swear: Big improvement today, I can actually stand erect but not without nerves screaming down my legs.

The joys of being "elderly".

I was looking forward to seeing everyone but will curl up and sulk instead.

Have a great time, everyone.

I reckon curling up with a heat pack and a large brandy will fix everything!

Hope you heal quickly and are back out n' about the hound ring soon!

At our Murray Valley Kennel Club Shows coming up on August 5,6 and 7, (May NSW & Vic Journals) we are lucky to have Ed Gilbert Jr (USA) and his wife Patricia not only judging at the Championship Shows, but also running a seminar on Structure and Movement.

Numbers attending the seminar will be limited to 50 and we already have around 20 people who have put their names down. It will be first come, first served so if you are interested e-mail me direct ASAP. Cost is $20 per head.

Cheers, Jan

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What's your email addy Jan? I PM'd you about a spot for a friend and I - did you get it?

+1 requiring e-mail address!