THE CAVALIER CHRONICLE
November 2023
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
As we approach the Thanksgiving Holiday, I want to take a moment to thank Mark Fitchpatrick for his service to the club. Earlier this year Mark decided to step away from his position on the board and has recently decided to step away from his role as newsletter editor. Mark has served the club in many roles with none being more important than the newsletter. This is a key communication to our membership to keep all updated on the club’s activities. But, he has done more than that. Every month he goes out and searches for dog friendly recipes and other articles he feels are beneficial to our membership.
Mark, thank you so very much for your service to the club and hoping you still keep active with us. All, as you see Mark over the next several weeks, please take the time to thank him.
Mark’s last newsletter will be the December edition and then Beth Lassiter will take over this very important responsibility.
Please mark this date – November 21st. Due to the decision in Norway, the ACKCSC Health Committee has asked Cindy Stansell, Esq. to give a presentation at 5 pm EST titled “Concepts in Europe.” This will cover the history of this movement, the laws supporting this agenda, how it is being applied in European countries, and the agenda’s transmittal to North America.
Cindy has been active in legislation to protect the sport since 1985. She is a Bulldog breeder, a judge and an AKC delegate.
This presentation will be by Zoom Webinar and invitations will be sent out to all members, family, and friends of both the ACKCSC and the CKCSC, USA. This will be a concerted effort by both the ACKCSC and CKCSC, USA Clubs to work together to understand and STOP this travesty. There is more detail information later in the newsletter. Please read through it and plan on attending the zoom call.
Don’t forget about membership renewals. They are due no later than December 31st. We saw an initial push on renewals, but they have slowed done the last few weeks. We will be sending out reminders in the next few days.
Last call for all new title holders so we can recognize your achievements at the Holiday luncheon and in the December newsletter.
Lastly, please join us on December 10th at the 5 Paces Inn from 1pm to 4pm for food and good times at our holiday luncheon.
Thanks and keep safe
Jim
EDITOR'S MESSAGE
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2023 MEETING SCHEDULE
November 20 (Monday) – Board and Regular Meetings (zoom). Board meeting at 6:30 pm, regular meeting at 7:30 pm
December Board – TBA (zoom)
December 10 - Holiday Luncheon – 5 Paces Inn
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
The renewal information was mailed to your mailing address on file with the club at the beginning of September. Please be sure to return your renewal on or before 12/31/2023. We also have opened up the online store on our website to pay for your renewal online. That link is: https://ckcscatlanta.org/2024-membership-renewal
Renewals are due by 12/31/2023.
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
Our Holiday Luncheon will be held on Sunday December 10th at the 5 Paces Inn from 1pm to 4pm. The main will be baked ham. We ask that everyone bring a side to share! We had some great sides, appetizers and desserts last year!
An evite invitation has been emailed out to your email on file with the club. Please be sure to RSVP if you are coming or not! There is also a section called “What to bring” to sign up for a food item.
We will be recognizing several 20+ year members at the luncheon and also our 2023 new title holders.
There will also be a few extra “sur-prizes” this year!
Start searching for that ugliest sweater for our Ugly Sweater Contest and that perfect White Cavalier gift that will be the envy of all to steal. We had so much fun last year and hope you can attend this year!
CALLING ALL NEW TITLE HOLDERS IN 2023!
We have only received information from three club members. There are several members whose cavaliers have gained conformation, agility, performance, therapy, barn hunt, etc. titles in 2023. Please take a moment to email Sharon Utych with the information (utych@earhlink.net).
We plan on celebrating and recognizing these cavaliers during our Holiday Luncheon.
Email Sharon Utych with the following information no later than November 17, 2023:
Dog’s AKC Registered Name, Call Name, New title(s) earned in 2023.
INSPIRATIONAL THOUGHT OF THE MONTH
NATURAL REMEDIES
CBD OIL FOR DOGS
As with any pet wellness trend, when it comes to CBD oil for dogs, there’s a lot of information floating around online. Of course, you want to do what’s best for your pup, which leads to the question: What do I need to know about CBD oil?
What Is CBD Oil?
CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound found in cannabis and hemp. Dr. Klein says it is essential to note that in most cases, CBD does not contain delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the compound that gives marijuana its psychoactive properties. In fact, most CBD products are derived from hemp and not from marijuana.
How Does CBD Affect Dogs?
Currently, there has been no formal study on how CBD affects dogs. What scientists do know is that cannabinoids interact with the endocannabinoid receptors located in the central and peripheral nervous systems, which help maintain balance in the body and keep it in a normal healthy state.
What Dog Health Problems Can CBD Oil Treat?
While there’s no definitive scientific data on using CBD to treat dogs, there’s anecdotal evidence from dog owners suggesting it can treat pain, especially neuropathic pain, as well as helping to control seizures.
According to Dr. Klein, CBD is also used because of its anti-inflammatory properties, cardiac benefits, anti-nausea effects, appetite stimulation, anti-anxiety impact, and for possible anti-cancer benefits, although there’s no conclusive data on this use.
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) is sponsoring a study, through the Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, that will evaluate the use of CBD in treatment-resistant epileptic dogs. The CHF hopes that this will be the first study to gain scientific data on the use of CBD in dogs with this condition.
Possible Side Effects of CBD in Dogs
While there’s no scientific data on the side effects of CBD usage for dogs, there are potential side effects based on how CBD affects humans. To minimize any potential side effects, make sure you are following the proper dosage.
- Dry mouth: Research has shown that CBD can decrease the production of saliva. For dogs, this would manifest as an increased thirst.
- Lowered blood pressure: High doses of CBD have been known to cause a temporary drop in blood pressure. Even though the drop is small, it might create a brief feeling of light-headedness.
- Drowsiness: Dog owners have used CBD to treat anxiety. The calming effect of CBD can also cause slight drowsiness, especially when using higher doses.
Risks of Using CBD Oil for Dogs
The safety and risks of using CBD for dogs have not yet been researched. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not approved CBD and has not issued a dosing chart. Therefore, we do not know what size dosage would be toxic. Any medication or supplement carries the risk of a reaction. It is always advisable, when giving your dog something new, to start out with small amounts and then closely monitor the effects. And always check with your veterinarian first.
CBD Products on the Market
If you and your veterinarian decide that you should try CBD as a treatment for your dog, there are a few things to keep in mind when purchasing CBD oil. Not all oils are the same; you’ll want high-quality CBD oil to have a better chance of it working.
- Look for organic. If the CBD oil is not organic, it at least should not contain pesticides, fungicides, or solvents.
- Don’t price shop. The higher the quality and purity, the higher the cost. You don’t want to go for a cheaper option that could have toxic substances such as pesticides, herbicides, or heavy metals. Make sure your CBD oil is free of additives.
- Get the analysis. The manufacturer should provide a certificate that tells you the amount of CBD that is in the product. Many CBD products contain only small amounts of CBD. You’ll also want to make sure there is little or no THC in the product.
- Buy CBD as a liquid. You can buy dog treats containing CBD, but the best form to administer is an oil or tincture. This way, you can adjust your dog’s dose drop by drop.
The CBD Wellness Trend
Why are we hearing so much about CBD oil now? Dr. Klein points to the legalization of marijuana in many places, which has triggered interest in potential health benefits of marijuana-related products. “We are likely to see continued interest in CBD and an increase in research about its uses and efficacy in the coming years,” he says.
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AS PUBLISHED ON THE AKC WEBSITE
ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR VET PRIOR TO USING ANY TREATMENT ON YOUR PET
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
3 CBD Dog Treat Recipes To Delight and Nourish Your Four-Legged Friends
DOG DREAM CBD
Date Published: 2019-03-10
Date Updated: 2019-03-10
There are many benefits of CBD oil for dogs, which is why so many dog-lovers buy CBD dog treats for their furry friends. But did you know that you can make your own CBD-enriched dog treats at home? Here are a few easy recipes for CBD dog treats.
Please note that the measurements of CBD oil assume your dog uses one drop a day. Please check our dosage chart and adjust accordingly.
No-Bake Pumpkin and Turmeric CBD Dog Treats
These no-bake treats are perfect for dogs with inflammatory conditions. Both CBD and turmeric have anti-inflammatory properties, and the crack of black pepper helps your dog absorb the goodness of turmeric.
Makes 14
- 2 cups pumpkin puree*
- 3 tbsp. honey
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 3 tsp. turmeric
- 3 tbsp. coconut oil
- CBD oil
*Ensure that the pumpkin puree is pure pumpkin with no added preservatives or sweeteners. Be especially careful to avoid xylitol, a common sweetener that’s extremely toxic to dogs, even in small doses.
- Mix the pumpkin, honey, turmeric, coconut oil, and black pepper in a bowl until it’s all mixed together well.
- Add the rolled oats. You might want to add more or less oats to make it the right consistency. It should feel like a cookie dough consistency.
- Put parchment paper on a small baking sheet. Break off equal pieces of cookie dough and roll them into balls. A melon scooper or ice-cream scoop might be helpful. Ideally, you’d want to get about 14 balls out of this mixture, but the final number depends on how large the balls are.
- Now it’s time to add the CBD oil. The amount of oil you add depends on how much your dogs need. Assuming your dogs need one drop of CBD oil a day, add one drop to each treat and give them one treat a day. If you’re unsure which dosage to use, check our CBD oil for dogs dosage chart.
- Place the balls in the fridge so that they can harden. This should take 15 minutes.
- They can be refrigerated for about two weeks.
Since this recipe makes 14 and lasts about two weeks, you can give your dog one a day, every day!
Peanut Butter CBD-Enriched Dog Cookies
These dog cookies combine the deliciousness of apple sauce and peanut butter with the goodness of CBD oil. They’re sure to be a hit with your furry friends!
Makes 20
You’ll need:
- 1 cup apple sauce *
- ½ cup peanut butter *
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- CBD oil
*Ensure that the apple sauce and peanut butter don’t contain toxic preservatives or sweeteners. Be especially careful to avoid xylitol, a common sweetener that’s extremely toxic to dogs, even in small doses.
- Preheat the oven to 340 degrees Fahrenheit (170 degrees Celcius).
- Mix the apple sauce, peanut butter, and coconut oil in a bowl.
- Add the baking soda and flour while stirring.
- Mix until everything is well-combined. Ideally, you’d like it to be a dough-like consistency. If necessary, add more flour or a little water to change the consistency.
- Roll the dough into small balls. Alternatively, roll the dough out and use cookie cutters to divide them up. You want them to be about a quarter of an inch (half a centimeter) in thickness.
- Put parchment paper or wax paper on a baking sheet. Add the cookie dough to the sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes.
- Once cooled down completely, add the CBD oil to the cookies. If your dog needs one drop of CBD oil a day, add one drop to each treat. Allow the oil to soak into the cookies.
Store the biscuits in an airtight container. Give your dog one treat a day, or more if they need an extra dose.
Sweet Potato and Yogurt CBD-Enriched Dog Treats
This is also a no-bake recipe that is super easy to do. The mashed sweet potato can be exchanged for mashed pumpkin. These delicious cold treats are perfect for the warm summer months!
The number of treats this recipe yields will depend on the size of your molds.
You’ll need:
- 1 cup sweet potato, cooked and mashed
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp. coconut oil
- CBD oil
- Mix the yogurt with the sweet potato mash and coconut oil in a large bowl. Ensure it’s mixed thoroughly.
- Scoop the mixture into silicon molds or ice trays.
- Add CBD oil to each treat. If your dog needs one drop of CBD oil a day, add one drop to each treat.
- Put the trays or molds into the freezer for about three hours.
- Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
Give your dog one a day, or more to increase the dosage.
WINTER SPECIALTY
Did you know that our Sunday Specialty show will be our 30th Specialty show given as a club?!
WOW! What a milestone!
We would like to put together some photos of our specialty through the years, so if you have any photos to share, please email them to Sharon Utych (utych@earthlink.net)
Additionally, our Sunday Specialty is in memory of the late Marlene Anderson. We will have a cake ringside on Sunday to celebrate her life. If you have any memories or photos to share, please email them to Sharon Utych by December 1, 2023.
And remember, we need your support to help put on another fabulous Specialty weekend! We already have some great zippered exhibitor bags donated with our club logo on the front now we just need donations to fill them! If you are so moved to donate items for our bags, we need about 60 items as we make 60 bags. We typically fill them with water, poop bags, tissues, snacks, doggie treats, pens or pencils, etc.
We also will continue to have our ringside basket auction which is always highly successful due YOUR generous donations. Think about donating a theme basket as they go over really well!
The judging panel for the weekend will be:
Thursday – Mr. Allen Odom
Friday – Mr. Brian Meyer
Saturday (All Breed) – Mrs. Barbara Pepper
Saturday (Sweeps) – Ms. Jamie Seidman McDonnell
Saturday (Specialty) – Mrs. Norma Inglis
Sunday (All Breed) – Mrs. Charlotte Patterson
Sunday (Specialty & Beginner Puppy) – Mrs. Gwendolyn Wells
LaVada McCosh is working on finalizing our Saturday evening social menu. We will be having a catered taco and fajita bar this year and it should be a great time with a few very special live auction items available to bid on at the social. If you are so moved to donate funds toward the catered meal and the cost of the room rental, we have set up a special donation page on our website:
And lastly, our sponsorship page is now OPEN on our website! Again, due to YOUR generosity, we filled ALL slots at our last specialty – let’s do it AGAIN!
https://ckcscatlanta.org/2024-february-specialty-placement-sponsorship-store
SAVE THE DATE
Mark your calendars for Sunday March 24, 2024 for our annual Puppy Picnic at the Whitmire’s Field of Dreams in Conyers GA from 11 am to 4 pm. We will have health clinics, a fun match, fun contests, AKC CGC and Trick Dog Testing, our fun Balloon Dog competition and food and socializing! More information will be forthcoming!
NORWAY DECISION WEBINAR
Dear ACKCSC Member Club Members:
We received the following from Cindy Stansell, who will be providing a Webinar on November 21st to explain the situation in Europe. If you are not a member of the parent club and want more info, please email Lu Dunham (lkd@oskot.net). She will see that you get the invite to the Zoom webinar.
Attached is the 31-page report from the Norwegian Court. Read it carefully. There is much in it and much that I don't understand. I was told that it was translated from Norwegian by an English attorney and some phrases may not translate directly or correctly into English. I have been asked to send it to all Cavalier people. While it may be more difficult for the Animal Right activists to achieve something like this in America, the AR people will certainly use it as a weapon.
Click on this link to view the document: Norwegian Decision
John V. Ioia, MD, PhD
ACKCSC Vice President
Kim Baillie
Corresponding Secretary
American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club
corrsec@ackcsc.org - 612-751-5669
American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club www.ackcsc.org
THE NORWAY DECISION
As you are aware, the District Court in Oslo, Norway composed of only a judge and two co-judges (one a veterinarian and the other a geneticist) decided that it was contrary to Section 25 of the country's Animal Welfare Act to breed Bulldogs and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels due to claims the breeds have major health challenges that should not be perpetuated.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of Norway, the Norwegian Kennel club, the Bulldog club and the individual breeder-defendants appealed this ruling. Recently the Norwegian Court of Appeals decided that Bulldogs could be bred but decided that the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels could not be bred. A crossbreeding program for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels is being developed and will be implemented soon.
As a result of this decision, the ACKCSC Health Committee has asked Cindy Stansell, Esq. to give a presentation on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at 5 pm EST titled “Concepts in Europe.” This will cover the history of this movement, the laws supporting this agenda, how it is being applied in European countries, and the agenda’s transmittal to North America.
Cindy has been active in legislation to protect the sport since 1985. She is a Bulldog breeder, a judge and an AKC delegate.
This presentation will be by Zoom Webinar and invitations will be sent out to all members, family, and friends of both the ACKCSC and the CKCSC, USA. This will be a concerted effort by both the ACKCSC and CKCSC, USA Clubs to work together to understand and STOP this travesty.
Once we clearly understand the issues we face, we can then prepare the necessary strategies to save our breed. We will be having a series of webinars to discuss our ongoing projects. We must all strive to protect the rights of ethical breeders and insure the health, welfare, and the continuation of our beloved purebred Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. We hope you will join us in each of these steps.
There will be more information forthcoming and an invitation will be sent out with the Zoom invitation link.
Warm Regards,
Bettina M. Sterling, ACKCSC President-Health Chairman
AMERICAN CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL CLUB'S POSITION ON THE RECENT NORWAY LEGISLATION
Early last week, a District Court in Oslo, Norway composed of only a judge and two co-judges (one a veterinarian and the other a geneticist) decided that it was contrary to Section 25 of the country's Animal Welfare Act to breed Bulldogs and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels due to claims the breeds have major health challenges that should not be perpetuated.
The American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club (ACKCSC) is not in favor of anti-breeder legislation or courts that interfere with breeders' initiatives to preserve the traits laid out in our Standard and improve the health of our Cavaliers.
The ACKCSC believes that breeding our Cavaliers should be done responsibly keeping in mind our highest priority, the health and welfare of our dogs. Always mindful of the traits that make Cavaliers who they are, preservation breeders strive to educate themselves about health issues and ways to combat them without sacrificing breed type. ACKCSC members are held to our Ethical Guidelines, which includes recommended health testing and avoiding using any dogs for breeding which have inheritable or potentially disabling defects. We strongly recommend that when searching for a Cavalier, people use only breeders that adhere to our standard and health testing recommendations. Additional information and Breeder Referral can be found at www.ackcsc.org.
We have seen great strides in Cavalier health and longevity in the past 20 years. Cavaliers are living longer and our members continue to keep up-to-date with the latest health information, utilizing new health testing, as it becomes available. We participate in the OFA/CHIC program, the OFA/DNA Database and subsidize breed specific DNA testing. Our partner organizations, the Charitable Health Trust and the Rescue Trust both work diligently to fund health research and rescue the most vulnerable of our Cavaliers. Our Charitable Health Trust has funded almost half a million dollars in Cavalier Health research independently and through the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF). For more information on Health Research, visit our Health Trust Website at ackcscharitabletrust.org.
The ACKCSC provides to its members and non-members ongoing education through our website, publications, health surveys, health clinics, seminars geared towards Health, Judges Ed, Breeder's Ed and our new Cavalier Academy. Our committee members also attend seminars throughout the year, (i.e.: AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA), Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (VHUP), VetVine).
The decision by the Oslo court in Norway is very shortsighted. It will basically end its ability to collaborate on breeding healthier, longer lived dogs and will set a very dangerous precedent of destroying and causing the demise of the Bulldog, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and many other breeds!
The ACKCSC continues to monitor the current situation in Norway and globally, as well as, being in constant communication with the AKC, as we strive to protect the rights of ethical breeders and insure the health and welfare of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
DO YOU NEED SOME SUNSHINE?
Do you know a club member who needs some sunshine?
Our Sunshine Committee Chair is Ashley Powell. If you know of a club member that needs to be remembered or encouraged, please be in touch with Ashley.
Ashley can be reached at
770-905-7067
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
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THE CAVALIER CHRONICLE
CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL CLUB OF GREATER ATLANTA
Mark Fitchpatrick, editor