AKC Certified List Of Awards

Did you know that you can get a document from AKC listing all the awards your dog has received?  Well you can; the events are listed in chronological order, with the date, and the name of the judge.  Conformation, obedience, and tracking information are available from January 1, 1985 to the present.  Field trials and hunting tests are available from January 1, 1989 to the present.  Lure course events are available from January 1, 1994 to the present.  Earthdog events are available from October 1, 1994 to the present.  Please note there is no judge information provided for field trials or hunting tests.

Visit AKC to order your Certified List of Awards.

Importance Of Training Your Dog

That cute ball of fur enters our world with a lot of curiosity, but not any manners.  It is up to you to train them so that they will know what is expected of them.  They have to learn socializing with their human family and the animal world as well.  Housebreaking is utmost in priority if they will be living indoors.  Crate training is beneficial as well.  When do you start?  As soon as you bring them home.

If you have the motivation and the time you can do obedience training yourself.  Most communities have training programs that can help those who don't know where to begin.  These programs are relatively inexpensive, meetings are once or twice a week.  You will need to practice daily what you learn in the class.  There are more expensive programs that meet daily, there are even boot camp programs where your dog stays at a training facility.  You should not start an obedience program till your dog has all their vaccinations.

The ideal training situation is where you are actively involved.  Don't approach it as a chore, but as a fun time to spend with your dog. Dogs love the training; their main goal is to please you.

Keep in mind that training is not something you do for a few weeks; it should last for the life of your pet.  There will be times that they test a situation; that is why it is so important to keep your dog's life structured and routine.  You may find that boring, but a happy dog will thrive in that environment.

Praise should be handed out daily just like food and water.  Let them know when they do something right, a loving pat, kind words, treats.  It is not necessary to always reward good behavior with treats, your words and touch say so much more to them.

Responsible Breeding

Things to consider:

• Preserving breed characteristics
• Producing healthy and well socialized puppies
• Temperament
• Genetic screening
• Placement of puppies in responsible homes

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Ten Reasons To Have A Dog

1. I wanted to see if my spouse really meant those vows.
2. If you can train and show one dog; why not ten?
3. Our kids were not enough of a challenge.
4. The neighbors don't complain enough.
5. Our garden and back yard needed renovations; and I was not willing to hire a gardener.
6. I love the sound of puppies; dawn, morning, mid morning, noon, mid afternoon, dusk, evening, midnight, pre-dawn (I think you get the idea)
7. I felt the furniture looked too nice.
8. I wanted my vet to have a new Mercedes.
9. I don't think sleeping through the night is really good for you.
10. I love dog hair in and on everything!

Greater Cincinnati Saint Bernard Club - Shows

The Greater Cincinnati Saint Bernard Club, Inc., is hosting a Specialty Show today, May 26th, and tomorrow May 27th, 2012.  Their specialty shows are being held in conjunction with the Warren County Kennel Club of Ohio, Inc., and the Cincinnati Kennel Club, Inc., for a Memorial Day weekend of dog shows.  The shows will be held at the Butler County Fairgrounds, Route 4, 1715 Fairgrove Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio.  Mr. Victor Dingus will be judging today's show; and Mrs. Wanda Pevahouse will be judging tomorrow's show.  Brandykegs would like to wish all exhibitors good luck!

Lament of a Stud Dog

Lament Of A Stud Dog
(author unknown)

My job is making puppies,
And I get two tries at that.
They pat me and tell me "Good Boy"
And that's the end of that.

It's not my job to carry pups
And make them grow or to nurse them.
And feed and clean and make them strong
That's for mother and a person.

It's not my job to wean them
And feed them calcium and food,
And stack and gait and housebreak
And make them sow or brood.

It's not my job to plan the breeding,
And learn what produces well.
To study pedigrees; and learn what's there,
And pick out what will sell.

It's not my job to be on hand
When points are given out.
The breeders, owners, dam, and friends
Take all the credit with a shout.

It's not my job to deliver a winner
It's only genes I sell
But let those puppies turn out bad,
Then guess who catches HELL!

SBCSD Specialties Today

The Saint Bernard Club of San Diego is hosting Specialty Shows today.  Sheila Polk will be judging the morning conformation show.  Sweepstakes will be judged by Danielle Duby (Bodeving).  The afternoon conformation show will be judged by Myra Wallis; and Sheila Polk will be judging Junior Showmanship.  This is a new venue and time of year for the Saint Bernard Club of San Diego's Specialty Show. Their shows are being held in conjunction with the Mission Circuit Shows.  These shows are being held at the Los Angeles County Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Pomona, CA.

Alone Again

Alone Again
(author unknown)

I wish someone would tell me
What it is that I've done wrong,

Why I have to stay chained up
and left alone so long,

They seemed so glad to have me
When I came here as a pup,

There were so many things we'd do
While I was growing up,

They couldn't wait to train me
As a companion and a friend,

And told me how they'd never fear
Being left alone again,

The children said they'd feed me
And brush me every day,

They'd play with me and walk with me
If I could only stay

But now the family hasn't time
They often say I shed,

They do not want me in the house
Not even to be fed,

The children never walk me
They always say, (Not now)

I wish that I could please them
Won't someone tell me how?

All I had you see; was love
I wish they would explain,

Why they said they wanted me
Then left me on a chain.

(remember owning a dog is commitment for their entire life, not just while they are a cute cuddly puppy)

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SBCSO Specialty Show

The Saint Bernard Club of Southern Oregon; day three of their Saint Bernard events.  Today's conformation judge is Wanda Pevahouse from Tennessee.  Marguerite Yarnell from Georgia will be judging Sweepstakes.  Erin Hines will be judging Junior Showmanship.  All breed Obedience and Rally will be judged by Carolyn Wray.  Brandykegs wishes everyone good luck!

SBCSO Specialty Show

The 2012 Specialty Shows hosted by the Saint Bernard Club of Southern Oregon have a Western Theme this year.  So leave your suit and tie in the closet and put on your western attire for this competition.  Carl Otto Mastrup from Denmark will be judging today, May 19th, 2012.  Susan Carter from Connecticut will be judging Sweepstakes.  Bill Francis will be judging Junior Showmanship.  All breed Obedience and Rally will be judged by Carolyn Wray in the morning; in the afternoon the Rogue Valley Kennel Club will be offering Obedience and Rally, Pat Alvarez will be judging.  Brandykegs wishes all exhibitors good luck!

Draft Test In Oregon - SBCSO

The Saint Bernard Club of Southern Oregon is holding a Draft Test today at Indian Mary Park; Karen Rupert and Ken Cowen will be judging the test.  Good luck to all from Brandykegs!

If you would like some additional information about drafting here is a PDF link with pictures and great information provided by the Saint Bernard Club of America.

Hand-stitched Saint Bernard Gift

Adorable hand-stitched Saint Bernard puppies on this framed mat, titled "Pick Of The Litter."  Some puppies have the standard markings, you will also find a half-mask, hospice ear, and monk's cap.  The Saint Bernard gifts that you will find at Brandykegs are not mass produced, each is made lovingly by hand.

Brandykegs For Dogs

Brandykegs has 1/2 liter and 1 liter barrels for your big dog.  We also offer a unique brandy key trophy for your next Specialty Show, comes with an engraved Best of Breed plaque.  To purchase go to our store.

Tissue Box With Saint Bernards

Tissue box with Saint Bernard and its rescue barrel on two sides and alpine flowers on the other two sides.  Go to Brandykegs Saint Bernard Gifts page for details on this and other Saint Bernard handcrafted items.

Drool Bibs For Your Big Dog

Brandykegs has several different choices of drool bibs for your big dog.  Visit us soon to check them out.

Happy Mother's Day!

Mother

If I could give you diamonds for each tear you cried for me,

If I could give you sapphires for each truth you helped me see,

If I could give you rubies for the heartaches that you have known,

If I could give you pearls for the wisdom that you have shown,

Then you would have a treasure Mother, that would mount up to the skies,

That would almost match the sparkle in your kind and loving eyes,

But I have no pearls or diamonds; as I am sure you are well aware,

So I will give you gifts more precious, my devotion, love and care.

(author unknown)

Saint Bernard Club

The Greater Wisconsin Saint Bernard Clubs consists of The Greater Milwaukee Saint Bernard Club and The Greater Madison Saint Bernard Club.

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Saint Bernard Club

The Bernhardinkoirayhdistys Ry was established in 1975.  Their club has annual shows, publishes a magazine and yearbook.  At one time their club had almost 800 members; now their membership is close to 250.

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Saint Bernard Club

The Northern New Jersey Saint Bernard Club, Inc., is licensed to hold specialty shows.  Their shows are held in New Jersey, as well as surrounding states.  They will be holding a specialty show on October 7, 2012 at Overpeck County Park, Leonia, New Jersey.

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Saint Bernard Club

Saint Bernard Club of Austria

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Saint Bernard Club

The Greater Twin Cities Saint Bernard Club was established in 1963.  Their club is licensed to hold specialty shows; their annual specialty show for this year is June 8, 2012.  They will host two specialty shows that day one in the morning and the other in the afternoon.  They will be held at the Scott County Fairgrounds in Jordan, Minnesota.

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Saint Bernard Club

The Norsk Sankt Bernhard Clubb was established in January of 1991.  Their club host 4 exhibitions a year.

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Saint Bernard Club

The Ohio Saint Bernard Club, Spring Fling Event started yesterday and continues today.  Their club is licensed to offer Conformation and Obedience events.

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Saint Bernard Club

The Saint Bernard Club, Inc., NSW; was established in December of 1976.  The club holds annual Specialty Championship Shows.  The club's 58th Specialty Championship Show was held on April 7, 2012.

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Saint Bernard Club

The Heart of America Saint Bernard Club, Inc., is licensed to offer Saint Bernard Specialty Shows.  Their past Specialty Shows were held in Kansas and Missouri.  The 2012 Heart of America Saint Bernard Club, Inc., Specialty Shows will be held at the Expocentre in Topeka, Kansas, on Friday, August 24th and Saturday, August 25th.

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Saint Bernard Club

Associazione Italiana San Bernardo this is a great site with wonderful photos and historical information for the Saint Bernard enthusiast.

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Saint Bernard Club

If you have a interest in, own, or want to buy a Saint Bernard; a good place to start is by contacting a Saint Bernard Club.  A breed specific club puts you in touch with other individuals with a common interest.  The Saint Bernard Club of San Diego has been in existence since March of 1968.  This club offers conformation shows, obedience and rally events, and weight pull events.

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AB2304 Gets The Ax

The Assembly Bill 2304 in the state of California was voted down; the committee voted 6 to 0 on the bill.  AB2304 was introduced by Assembly Member Martin Garrick on February 24, 2012.  Basically the bill would have allowed non-veterinarians to perform teeth cleaning with scalers.  A scaler is a metal instrument that is used to scrape the calculus, soft deposits, tartar, and stains from teeth.

I understand both sides of this issue; the decision factor of you personally deciding if you will use a veterinarian or someone else to use a scaler on your dog's teeth has now been taken out of your hands.  I think that is probably most troublesome regarding the axing of the bill.  It seems like this would be something we could personally decide to do or not.  People love their pets and try to make the best choices for their care.

Veterinarians recommend teeth cleaning annually for your pets.  It is an expensive procedure and most of them use anesthesia to put your pet under while performing the procedure.  If you have a big dog like a Saint Bernard you know that you don't want to put them under anesthesia unless you absolutely have to.

Whenever there is evidence of gum disease or abscesses, see your veterinarian.  Common sense tells all of us that.

It would be nice to have more alternatives to teeth cleaning outside a veterinarian's office.  I think there are lay people that can safely perform scaling on teeth.  How would you feel if you could no longer purchase teeth whitening kits from stores instead of going to a dentist for the procedure?  This is a choice that you can make without legislation; seems like we could each decide this issue as well.