MISUSE of Service Dogs

‌ July 2018 E-Blast MISUSE OF SERVICE DOGS Dear ESAA Membership, ESAA’s Board of Directors has recently heard concerns that dogs are being flown to competitions as service dogs without certification or without a person with a disability. Since this practice reflects badly on our breed and the sport, we thought it expedient to share AKC’s Canine Legislation Position Statement on the Misuse of Service Dogs with our membership: AKC Canine Legislation Position Statement MISUSE OF SERVICE DOGS Service dogs are defined as those that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. The AKC® strongly supports public accommodations that allow individuals with disabilities to use service dogs. The AKC strongly condemns characterizing dogs as service animals when they are not, or attempting to benefit from a dog’s service dog status when the individual using the dog is not a person with a disability. Characterizing dogs as service animals when they are not, or taking advantage of a service dog’s status by an individual without the disability, is strongly condemned by AKC and would be a clear violation of ESAA’s Code of Ethics. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding of the seriousness of this issue. Sincerely, ESAA Board of Directors ESAA Website STAY CONNECTED ‌

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July New Members/Member Changes

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OFA Joins AKC Health Foundation to Support Research

MEDIA CONTACT: Bradford Brady Director of Development & Communications AKC Canine Health Foundation Phone: 919-334-4023 E-mail: bradford.brady@akcchf.org NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release Orthopedic Foundation for Animals Joins AKC Canine Health Foundation to Support Canine Health Research Fellowships RALEIGH, NC (May 30, 2018) – The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization committed to better health for all dogs, is pleased to accept a $50,000 donation from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) in support of CHF’s Clinician Scientist Fellowship Program. With this donation, OFA surpasses $500,000 in cumulative contributions to CHF over a productive 20-year partnership. The OFA has generously supported CHF research on numerous canine health topics including musculoskeletal disease, thyroid disease, genetics, oncology, and neurology. The foundations co-sponsored the creation of the Canine Health Information Center (CHIC), which partners with American Kennel Club (AKC) parent breed clubs for research and to maintain information on health issues of dogs. OFA has also sponsored the Veterinary Student Scholarship program, hosting students from US schools of veterinary medicine to attend CHF’s biennial National Parent Club Canine Health Conference. “Understanding the need to develop and support the next generation of researchers, the OFA is especially pleased to announce a $50,000 contribution to the AKC CHF’s Clinician Scientist Fellowship Program,” states OFA Chief Operating Officer, Eddie Dziuk. CHF makes it a priority to encourage and support educational opportunities for trainees in canine health research. The Clinician Scientist Fellowship Program was established in 2012 to provide financial support to residents and graduate students demonstrating promise and enthusiasm for pursuing a career in canine health research. CHF collaborates with the AKC and the Theriogenology Foundation to provide educational grants for residency programs in theriogenology (animal reproductive health) and clinical genetics. CHF also provides support for veterinary students through educational grants for canine health research projects mentored by foundation staff or CHF-funded researchers. These examples of CHF’s funding for educational programs ensure that their mission to prevent, treat and cure canine disease will endure for years to come. “Investing in the next generation of scientists is a vital part of our mission,” says Dr. Diane Brown, Chief Executive Officer of CHF. “We welcome the OFA’s shared commitment to encourage and support these young researchers. Together, we are making a positive impact on the future for canine health.” Dziuk says the OFA “can think of no better collaborative partner than CHF in our joint efforts to advance the health of dogs.” To learn more about CHF’s commitment to training grants for future scientists, please see CHF’s educational grants. # # # About CHF Since 1995, the Raleigh, NC-based AKC Canine Health Foundation has leveraged the power of science and research to improve the lives of dogs. The Foundation works to prevent, treat and cure diseases that impact all dogs, while providing professional information and resources for a new breed of dog owner. Take action because you care; find out more online at www.akcchf.org. About OFA Founded in 1966, the OFA mission is to promote the health and welfare of companion animals through a reduction in the incidence of genetic disease. This is accomplished through maintenance of an extensive database of canine genealogic and phenotypic information, a DNA repository for research and testing, and funding research on numerous canine health concerns. Established in 1995, the AKC Canine Health Foundation's (CHF) mission is to advance the health of all dogs and their owners by funding scientific research and supporting the dissemination of canine health information.  CONNECT WITH US:   Unsubscribe | Visit our web site | Donate 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Raleigh, NC 27617 tel: 888.682.9696 | fax: 919.334.4011 AKC Canine Health Foundation © 2017 All rights reserved.

June New Members/Member Changes

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Acts of Courage Award

The ESAA Act of Courage of Award was established with the passing of Jan Borchardt to Cancer in 2017.  

Please see the following links for Award Information and Nomination Form:

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English Setters 101 Now in Flip Book Format

English Setters 101 is now a Flip Book.  Take a look by clicking here

AKC Event Operations

Event Operations would like to take this opportunity to update your club on changes in the sport, including items recently passed by the Board of Directors. Any questions should be sent to eventnews@akc.org. Junior Eligibility to Participate in NOHS Effective immediately, any junior handler that is eligible to participate in Junior Showmanship (must be under 18 years of age and meet amateur status requirements on the day of the event) may participate in NOHS. This impacts, those that are current assistants to professional handlers and wishing to compete in NOHS. The amateur status is defined in the Junior Showmanship Regulations Section 2. Catalog Sales Effective immediately, catalogs may go on sale at any time on the day of the first AKC event for which the catalog is the official catalog of record. This is a change that allows clubs flexibility in when they begin making catalogs available.

Revisions to Rally Regulations

Changes effective August 1, 2018 View online version

Revisions to the AKC Rally Regulations

The AKC Board of Directors passed a recommendation to change the eligibility requirements for the Rally Intermediate class to allow dogs that have earned a qualifying score in the Advanced class to enter the Intermediate class. Once a dog has earned the Advanced level title, it is no longer eligible to participate in the Intermediate class unless entries have closed. The purpose is to remove eligibility barriers to exhibitors competing in the optional Rally Intermediate class. This recommendation is a change to Regulations (see below) and becomes effective for trials held on or after August 1, 2018. Revisions to the AKC Rally Regulations Effective August 1, 2018 Issued as a supplement to the AKC Rally Regulations amended to November 1, 2017 Chapter 1. General Regulations Section 16. Entry Eligibility, Change of Entry. After a dog earns a title from an “A” class, it may continue showing in that “A” class for 60 days. After 60 days, it may compete in that level “B” class. A dog may continue to compete in Novice B until it receives a qualifying score in the Rally Advanced class. A dog may compete in the Novice B and Intermediate class at the same trial. A dog may compete in the Intermediate and Advanced class at the same trial. After a dog earns a qualifying score in Advanced, they are no longer eligible for the Novice class. Once a dog earns a qualifying score in Advanced, the dog may be shown in the Novice class at trials for which entries have closed; if entries have not closed they must be changed. After a dog earns the Rally Advanced (RA) title it is no longer eligible for the Rally Intermediate class. Once a dog earns the Rally Advanced title, the dog may be shown in the Rally Intermediate class at trials for which entries have closed; if entries have not closed they must be changed. Chapter 3. Classes and Titles. Section 5. Rally Intermediate Class. To be eligible for entry in this class dogs must have won the Rally Novice (RN) title but may not have won the Rally Advanced (RA) title prior to the close of entries. All dogs are judged on leash. Rally Intermediate must have 12 to 17 signs (Start and Finish not included) with a minimum of three and a maximum of seven stationary signs. Intermediate courses will have a minimum of three advanced level signs. There are no jumps in this class. A “Green Insert” will be added to the regulation books Issued: April 18, 2018 ROR001 (12/17) (Lime Green Book) Sincerely, Pamela Manaton Director of Obedience, Rally & Tracking

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