STCA National WrapUp August 4,2017

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

August 4, 2017

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Get out your Tartan Plaids!

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HTF Raffle Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20. Winning ticket drawn, Oct. 6

MONTGOMERY WEEK 2017

Visit www.stca.biz for up to date news and event reservation pages. Special meal pricing available!

So much to do - Don't forget to remember these important dates:

August 18 - Deadline for Trophy Donations & Show Catalog Advertising

Sept. 3 - Host hotel block of rooms - block is filling fast* - rooms subject to availability.

Sept. 13 - Entries close for Montgomery County Agility Cluster (MCAC) www.scoresnmore.com

Sept. 20 - Deadline for STCA Meals/Event Pre-paid Registrations. Entries close for Hatboro, STCA Ind. Parent Specialty, STCA OB/Rally, Sweepstakes, Devon Dog Show Assn., & MCKC. Check conformation premium lists at www.stca.biz or www.infodog.com & www.raudogshows.com

SALUTING OUR SERVICE SCOTTIES!! We want to honor you and your Scottie!

This winter, the STCA recognized Scottish Terrier SGT. MacGregor MacGregor, a Scottie working with the American Red Cross on Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. We honored SGT. MacGregor MacGregor upon his promotion to SGT and named him a goodwill ambassador to the breed for his love of service and the work he performed day in and day out as a therapy dog.

Inspired by his service, the STCA holds its first parade to posthumously honor SGT. MacGregor MacGregor AND STCA's members' Service Scotties who not only give of themselves to their families, but also that which they give so generously to others.

Do you have a Service Scottie? Please contact Lori Kelly (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). Let's celebrate you and your Scottie! Our Scotties are truly special - in fact they ARE extraordinary!

Parade will begin at 4 p.m, Thurs., Oct. 5 just before the start of the STCA's Indpendent Parent Specialty. Each participant will be invited to join us for dinner.

Fundraising idea?? - Videotape STCA's Specialty at Montgomery

A fellow STCA member suggested the club consider videotaping the STCA's specialty at MCKC and sell as a fundraiser, with proceeds to benefit STCA. The video could also serve as an educational tool and historical record. For quality and value as a fundraiser, this needs to be filmed professionally with post production and plans for distribution. We secured an estimate of $4,000. Please ask yourself: Do you feel this is a good way to spend the club's funds? Are you willing to pay for a video to cover costs and possibly raise funds for the club? Do you feel there is enough interest in this as a fundraiser? Please contact Lori Kelly (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) before August 15.

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Montgomery Week 2017 Host Hotel*

Please copy and paste the following link into a web browser:
https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1604298215&key=7C3EC6D

*Group rate available until 9/2/17, subject to availability.

STCA Strategic Planning Committee Reports to you! Thursday evening, Oct. 5

The Committee thanks all the Scottie owners and breeders worldwide who participated in the STCA's survey. We had an excellent response with 1,520 surveys submitted! The Committee is crunching the data and working on the final phase of our task: a full report with realistic recommendations to the Club to address the decline in Scottie numbers. The Committee will have a preliminary report for the STCA Board this month with a final presentation to the membership on Thursday evening, October 5th.

STCA Health Trust Fund Raffle

“It’s A Big World," by Marguerite Kirmse, 1930

Raffle - Signed etching by Marguerite Kirmse, 1930. Drawing at the STCA Annual Meeting on Fri., Oct. 6. Tickets: 1 for $5 or 5 for $20. Tickets will be on sale all day Friday, Oct. 6. Tickets will be available soon to downoad from www.stca.biz.

STCA Membership Roster - NOTICE

The 2017-19 Membership Roster has shipped. Names, addresses, email and phone numbers were printed with information submitted. We are aware of changes in regional club officers/directors from the time info was provided and after roster went to press. An update will be published in Bagpiper #4.

Regional Clubs: Please provide your updated club information to Christine O'Brien (STCA Regional Club Chair/Delegates) AND update your info as needed at the STCA website/regional club page. Please contact Christine O'Brien (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Lori Kelly (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you need assistance.

Members: Please send any corrections and/or changes to Recording Secretary Kathleen Ferris (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

Thank you for your feedback!

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Bagpiper Editor. Position is available for our quarterly national publication

Are you interested in learning something new? Training is available!
Ideal candidate should have the ability to gather, organize and edit content. Computer skills needed. Collaboration with marketing, advertising, editorial and design/layout teams is important.

Interested members - please contact Pam Williams (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Lori Kelly (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

2018 Bagpiper Cover Drawing Submissions - Submit by Sept. 15

Be sure to submit your name and contact information to Corres. Sec. Theresa Kay Thomas (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) before Sept. 15, 2017 for an opportunity to feature your Scottie on the cover! Issues #1 and #3 are up for grabs. Winner will be selected at the STCA Annual Meeting on Fri., Oct. 6

Regional Clubs - Advertise your specialty - BP Issue #4 - This is the issue for clubs listed below. Deadline for Reigonal Clubs: Oct. 15

The STCA Bagpiper is pleased to continue its tradition of FREE advertising for regional club specialty shows. Each regional club is offered a 1/2 page, B&W ad - NO CHARGE - STC Greater Dayton, STC Greater Atlanta, STC Greater Baltimore & Heart of America (Rotating Host '18). Deadline Oct. 15 (for all non-MCKC content & advertising). Send your camera ready ad (word doc. is best) to Jeff Waite.

Change in Advertising Staffing and Payment Info.

Thanks go out to Vandra Huber for her creative initiatives! We're excited to publish the STCA's first Brood Bitch themed issue (#3), with great ads and content! Vandra will continue to share her keen marketing skills, creative eye and content. We are grateful to have VP/Show Chair Pam Williams as our interim editor. Thank you to all advertisers -- you help make it all possible.

As for submission of advertising for Issue #4 (Montgomery) - please send advertising materials to Jeff Waite*. We welcome Lori and Jeff Waite who will coordinate receipt of advertising and keep track of payments. Ad materials and payments must be received before deadlinesl

Payments for all advertising: Conveniently make payments at www.stca.biz OR mail payment in full by check (payable to STCA) to STCA Treasurer Steve Russell (P.O. Box 353, Olympia Fields, IL 60461) with confirmation of ad purchased, issue and payment in full. All ads must be paid in full on or before the deadlines.

*Deadline for non-Montgomery advertising: Oct. 15. - Ads to Jeff Waite (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)*

*All MCKC winners are encouraged to advertise. Deadline: Oct. 30 for MCKC winners only. - Ads to Jeff Waite (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)*

Regional Club Clan Connection Reports

All Regional Club Clan Reports are due to Pilar Kuhn (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) on or before Oct. 10 for final proofing, and no later than Oct. 15. Anything received after October 15 will be moved to the next issue.

What's your Regional Club Favorite event or activity? If you're involved with a regional club, please share ideas for educational, fund- and friend-raising favorites.

Here are ideas from just four of our 20 regional clubs - more to come in the next issue of WrapUp! Comments offered by members.

STC Greater Atlanta - Fala Day! Always a celebratory event Warm Springs, GA. It's a gathering to recognize the "remarkable and enduring legacy of the strong and inspiring bond between President Roosevelt and his beloved Scottie Fala." A cherished portion of the program includes a reading of those who have passed over the Rainbow Bridge, followed by a parade of Scottish Terriers led by a bagpiper. Check their website for details.

Greater Dallas STC - Scottie fun with grab bags! At this year's auction, each grab bag was filled with a Scottie prize. Fun for all and a great fundraiser for the Club.

STC Greater Dayton - This club loves creating great themes for its annual specialty show. 2018 Specialty theme is set to go: "Pirates of the Caribbarkean."

STC Greater Houston- Paint Parties: socializing, fun, non-competitive outings held twice a year. And two more club favorites: a Chinese gift exchange at STCGH's Christmas party and the Annual Specialty Banquet.

Let's hear from you! We're eager to share ideas for events and encourage you to let us know how the STCA can help your club. Please contact Christine O'Brien or Lori Kelly.

Greetings from Breeder Referral!

Many thanks to all who sent their updates to me by USPS or email for the STCA website's Breeder Referral List.

As you know, July 3 was the cut-off date for Breeder Referral updates at the website. From this point on, if you decide you would like to be put back on the list, you will find the form to download from the website at www.stca.biz.

Many thanks, Barb Zink, Breeder Referral Chair, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

STC of Greater Denver - "Singing in the Rain"

Specialty Show: Fri., August 18 - Greeley, CO (entries closed Aug. 2)

Classes: Jay Richardson. Sweepstake: Lisa Hills

Don't miss our ONLINE AUCTION!

Bidding begins Sat., Aug. 5 @ 10 AM Mountain Time. Bidding ends Sun., Aug. 13 @ 7 PM Mountain Time

Renowned Scottie artist, Valeria Moldovan (Romania) has created an original, one-of-a-kind painting for our club! Inspired by Scottish Terriers and the movie starring Debbie Reynolds, Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor, you are transported to the song and dance of this fun, romantic movie. Painting (10"x10" unframed) in frame is ready to be shipped from Colorado to the winning bidder! Buyer pays for shipping.

To place a bid:

The auction for this item may be found at the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Denver Online Auction located on Facebook. To bid on an item you need to go to the item and comment on it with your bid. If you expand the coments, you can see the progression of bids.

Thanks for supporting the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Denver!

www.stcgdenver.org

STC of Greater Louisville invites everyone to its 32nd Annual Specialty

August 26 - Shelbyville, KY - Celebrating "Scottie Summer Spectacular"

Shelby County Fairgrounds, 1513 Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY. Entries close: August 9

Regular Classes: Melinda Lyon. Sweepstakes: Jacki Forkel. AKC NOHS

B Match Fri., August 25. Judge: Donna Cambron

Annual Awards Banquet - Sat., Aug.26 - Claudia Sanders Dinner House

For more info: http://stcgl9.wixsite.com/scottish-terrier/specialty

Event Chair: Rose Shacklett - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

STC of Western Virginia Celebrates its 51st Specialty - Sept. 15

Holiday Inn/Tanglewood, 4468 Starkey Rd., Roanoke, VA. Show is dedicated to Evelyn Kirk. Premim lists have been mailed. Entries close: August 30

AKC NOHS. Box lunch will be available, by reservation only. Lynne Maxey - Event Chair: Laura Zimmerman - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Event Secretary - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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San Francisco Bay STC Celebrates its 50th Anniversary - 1967-2017

Celebrate SFBSTC on Oct. 21 - Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA

3 days of all breed shows, held in conjunction with the Harvest Moon Classic

Regular Classes: Virginia Latham Smith. Sweepstakes: Robert (Bobbie) Ott

Special drawing of a limited edition print by Cholla (a horse!): "Little Scottie in the Rain"

Tickets: $5 each or 5 or $20. Please contact Betty McArthur for tickets.

STCGW AKC Earthdog Tests - Sept. 23-24

Sept. 23-24 - Taneytown, MD

Pre-entries accepted through Wed., Sept. 20. Gate entries accepted for all classes.

Premium list: http://www.scottieclubofdc.org/pdf/STCGW%20Earthdog%20Trials%202017_final.pdf

Test Secretary: Jeff Waite: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Committee Members: Norman Prince, Mary Smith and all STCGW members!

STCGW Specialty - Oct. 13

Howard County Fairgrounds, West Friendship, MD. Entries close Sept. 27

Classes: Elizabeth Hindley (Australia). Sweeps: Cherie Turner Fogarty

Superintendent: MB-F. Info? Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

http://www.scottieclubofdc.org

STC Greater Atlanta's 2017 Fala Day - Oct. 14

Join us on October 14 in Warm Springs, GA.

Chairperson: Richard Hall

Visit www.stcga.biz for up to date information.

REGIONAL SPECIALTIES

Start marking your calendars for 2018!

STC of Greater Washington, DC - Oct. 13. Closing: Sept. 27. Superintendent: MB-F, Inc. Regular Classes: Elizabeth Hindley (Australia). Sweepstakes: Cherie Turner Fogarty. Event Chair: Norman E. Prince (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

Be sure to welcome spectators new to dog shows and our breed!

REGIONAL CLUBS - Publicize your 2018 specialty at www.stca.biz with a customized banner. SPECIAL REQUEST!! Send your info to Glenda Tucker: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

STC of Greater Baltimore, Inc. - Don't forget to plan ahead! Save the date for the club's 45th Specialty Show - April 20, 2018. Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, MD. Superintendent: MB-F, Inc.

REMINDER: Please submit specialty results to www.stca.biz through the Events Calendar link. Questions? Please contact Lori Kelly. Please mail marked catalogs to Historian Janet Tomlinson (address in STCA roster). Share a picture here! Show Chairs - send a candid from your specialty to be featured in WrapUp!

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Until September --- it's a wrap.....

Lori Kelly, STCA President, Editor, WrapUp

WrapUp* serves as a communication resource for ALL STCA members and Regional Clubs with news of STCA National and Regional Club events, points of pride, fundraising and club initiatives, and much more -- all in an effort to keep us connected.

Next deadline: Fri., Sept. 8 for all pre-Montgomery week news and updates.

*Please be advised that WrapUp does not conflict with quarterly Clan Connection reports submitted by Regional Club Representatives/Clan Correspondents for publication in The Bagpiper.

STCA National WrapUp June 24, 2017

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

June 24, 2017

Updates and information are also available at www.stca.biz

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It's a sizzling summer! But while the temperatures keep rising, so does anticipation for this year's Montgomery County week.

Mark your calendars for activities, beginning Oct. 2, 2017! Dates and details will be posted at www.stca.biz

Check your closets for your best tartan plaids!

it's going to be a tartan plaid week! We want to see you!

Here's a sneak peak at this year's commemorative pin and MCKC week theme:

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Montgomery 2017 Host Hotel:

A customized reservation page has been created for you and the STCA for events (Oct. 2 - 10, 2017). Please reserve early in the STCA block of rooms at the Sheraton Bucks County Hotel, Langhorne, PA*. Please copy and paste the following link into a web browser:
https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1604298215&key=7C3EC6D

*Group rate available until 9/2/17, subject to availability.

STCA Notes:

STCA Strategic Planning Committee -

The Committee would like to thank all the Scottie owners and breeders worldwide who participated in the STCA's survey. We had an excellent response with 1520 surveys submitted! The Committee is now crunching the data and beginning work on the final phase of our task: a full report with realistic recommendations to the Club to address the decline in Scottie numbers. The Committee will have a preliminary report for the STCA Board in August with a final presentation to the membership on Thursday evening, October 5th.

STCA Health Trust Fund Raffle!

“It’s A Big World”

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Raffle - Signed etching by Marguerite Kirmse, 1930. Drawing at the STCA Annual Meeting on Oct. 6. Tickets: 1 for $5 or 5 for $20. Tickets will be on sale all day Friday, Oct. 6. Tickets will be available soon to downoad from www.stca.biz.

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IMPORTANT BAGPIPER JOB SEARCH & UPDATES & ADVERTISING SPECIALS!

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Bagpiper Editor! Help wanted!

Editor needed: Ideal candidate should have the ability to gather, organize and edit content, have an eye for detail and creativity with computer skills, and the ability to collaborate with marketing, advertising, editorial and design/layout teams. Interested members - please contact Pam Williams (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Lori Kelly (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

2018 Bagpiper Cover Drawing Submissions due 9/15

Be sure to submit your name and contact information to Corres. Sec. Theresa Kay Thomas (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) before 9/15/17 for an opportunity to feature your Scottie on the cover! Issues #1 and #3 are up for grabs. Winner will be selected at the STCA Annual Meeting on Fri., Oct. 6th.

Regional Clubs - Advertise your specialty!

The STCA Bagpiper is pleased to continue its tradition of FREE advertising for regional club specialty shows. Each regional club is offered a 1/2 page, B&W ad - NO CHARGE - Tampa Bay - issue #3 is the issue for you! Deadline is 7/15/17. Send camera-ready art and ad layout to Pam Williams (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

Regional Club Clan Connection Reports: Deadline 7/15

Please welcome Pilar Kuhn (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) who steps into the role as Editor of the Bagpiper Clan Connection Reports, beginning with issue #3. Guidelines and deadline information will be sent to each of the regional clubs' clan correspondents. Note: All regional club clan reports are due to Pilar by July 10 for final proofing, and no later than July 15 in order to be included. Anything received after July 15 will be moved to the next issue.

Breeder of

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Deadline - June 30

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STCA Breeder of Merit Honor Roll deadline - June 30

Don't forget to submit your information if you qualify: 1) Breeder/owner of the Scottish Terriers must be STCA members. 2) The breeder must be an owner of the dog at the time the CHIC number was earned. 3) The breeder/owner must also have achieved AKC Breeder of Merit status. 4) Breeder/owner must have at least (4) four Scotties in the CHIC registry. 5) Breeder/owner is responsible for submitting all information to CHIC liaison Helen Prince. 6) A copy of all CHIC Certificates, AKC Breeder of Merit Certificate and AKC Registrations must accompany the application for Honor Roll status (Application form is available at www.stca.biz). 7) Breeder/owners who acheive Breeder of Merit Honor status will be acknowledged with a specially designed pin and will be listed in Bagpiper #3 as well as getting a special designation on the STCA website breeder listing.

Questions? Please contact Helen Prince (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

STC Greater Atlanta - Fala Day 2017!

Mark your calendars for Fala Day, October 14, 2017 in Warm Springs, GA.

Chairperson: Richard Hall

Visit www.stcga.biz for up to date information.

Feeling nostalgic? Love history of the breed?

STCA Pedigree Chair Janet Tomlinson reports that she received pedigree info with notes via the website on Easter Ross Kennel. Earlier, Janet was able to locate Easter Ross dogs at the AKC, but couldn't locate sire/dam information. Recently, she heard from Jim Moses, grandson of Harriet Kinney of Easter Ross Kennel. Look forward to reading more in the next Bagpiper. If anyone has any further information about Easter Ross and Harriet Kinney, please contact Janet at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

What's your favorite regional club activity?

What's your regional club's favorite activity or gathering? Do you have special events that bring your regional club members and Scottie friends together? Please share them! Please send me an email or give a telephone call (number is in the directory). We'd love to hear from you. Let's include the regional favorites in the next WrapUp!

With gratitude for all you do! Lori Kelly - President (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) and Christine O'Brien - Regional Club Delegates' Chair (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

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Quick Dates to remember:

STCA REGIONAL CLUB 2017 Specialty Shows! Good luck to all exhibitors! Be sure to welcome spectators new to dog shows and our breed!

Greater Dallas STC - July 6. Entries closed June 21. Superintendent: Onofrio Dog Shows, LLC.

STC of Greater Houston - Fri., July 21. Houston World Series of Dog Shows July 19-23. Supported entry: July 22. Superintendent: Onofrio Dog Shows, LLC.

STC of Greater Denver - August 18. Closing Aug. 2. Superintendent: Onofrio Dog Shows, LLC.

STC of Greater Louisville - August 26. Closing: Aug. 9. Jackie Burton, Event Sec. c/o Foy Trent Dog Shows.

STC of Greater Washington, DC - Oct. 13. Closing: Sept. 27. Superintendent: MB-F, Inc.

STC of Western Virginia - Sept. 15. Closing Aug. 30. Superintendent: Lynn C. Maxey, Event Secretary.

REGIONAL CLUBS - Publicize your specialty at www.stca.biz with a customized banner. SPECIAL REQUEST!! Send your info to Glenda Tucker: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

STC of Greater Baltimore, Inc. - Don't forget to plan ahead! Save the date for the club's 45th Specialty Show - Fri., April 20, 2018. Superintendent: MB-F, Inc.

REMINDER: Please submit your specialty results to www.stca.biz through the Events Calendar link. Questions? Please contact Lori Kelly. Please mail marked catalogs to Historian Janet Tomlinson (address in STCA roster). Share a picture here! Show Chairs - send a candid from your specialty to be featured in WrapUp!

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Safe summer travels!

it's a wrap.....

Lori Kelly, STCA President, Editor, WrapUp

*Please be advised that WrapUp does not conflict with quarterly Clan Connection reports submitted by Regional Club Representatives/Clan Correspondents for publication in The Bagpiper.

STCA National WrapUp May, 4, 2017

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

May 4, 2017

Updates and information are also available at www.stca.biz

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Springtime is energizing! There is so much to do with your Scotties and people to meet along the way.

Whether your passion is in agility, earthdog, nosework, service work, rally, obedience or conformation, please be sure to be welcoming to all who may approach you at events with questions about your Scottie. Our breed and YOU can do extraordinary things for and with this wonderful breed. Share your knowledge. Share your energy and enthusiasm for the breed. Mentor a new member. Encourage newcomers to attend your regional club events. Please consider the future. The future of this breed is in your hands!

Enjoy the summer! Thank you for supporting the STCA and all regional clubs!

With gratitude, Lori Kelly - President

INFO....

STCA Strategic Planning Task Force - Co-chairs Marcia Dawson DVM and Michael Bishop PhD. HEADS UP!! Watch for notification of a survey from the Committee - coming soon!

STCA Nominating Committee has been appointed: Chair: Rod Ott (CA). Committee: Sandra Anderson (ON,CAN), Susan Jacobsen (MN), Helen Krisko (MD) Amy Pelle (NY), Alternates: Bob Gann (CO), Theresa Duncan (MO)

Awards Reminders - Deadline June 1

Special note about 2016 Performance Awards - Certificates are due on or before June 1, 2017 for eligibility for STCA Annual Performance Awards to be presented on Oct. 6 at the STCA's Annual Dinner.

Send your copies of award certificates to Mary Helen Rice. Certificates must be received on or before June 1st (deadline is absolute) for eligiblity for 2016 STCA Annual Performance Awards. Anything received after June 1, 2017 will be considered for 2017 awards.

Questions? Please contact Mary Helen Rice or Barbara Gibson

STCA Grooming Video is here!

Professionally produced. Brings the STCA Grooming Manual to life with up-close techniques!

The Grooming Manual and NEW Video are available for sale! The long-awaited video is now HERE! Each thumb drive is delivered to you in a special 2-hole punched sleeve to conveniently fit into the STCA's Grooming Manual. $50 each plus shipping. Check out the website for shipping information within US and abroad.

Grooming Video Questions: Please contact Ron McConnell.

Breeder of

Merit Honor Roll

Deadline - June 30

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Breeder of Merit Honor Roll deadline - June 30

Criteria?

1. Breeder/owner of the Scottish Terriers must be STCA members.

2. The breeder must be an owner of the dog at the time the CHIC number was earned.

3. The breeder/owner must also have achieved AKC Breeder of Merit status.

4. Breeder/owner must have at least four (4) Scotties in the CHIC registry.

5. Breeder/owner is responsible for submitting all information to the CHIC liaison Helen Prince.

6. A copy of all CHIC Certificates, AKC Breeder of Merit Certificate and AKC Registrations must accompany the application for Honor Roll status. (Application form is available at www.stca.biz)

7. The breeders/owners who achieve Breeder of Merit Honor status will be acknowledged with a specially designed pin and will be listed in Bagpiper #3 as well as getting a special designation on the STCA Website Breeder Listing.

Questions? Please contact Helen Prince (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

PAWS FOR JUNIORS - Great Raffles for 2017! Thank you for Supporting Juniors!

Specialty Fundraiser on July 9th - Green Dragon Tavern, Carlsbad, CA

To date, PAWS has raised over $200 for this year's raffle. We look forward to selling more tickets at various upcoming specialties. Raffles for 2017: Scottie Ballerina doll for 1^st prize, Radley watch for 2^nd prize and a Scottie figurine for 3rd prize. All of the items are donated and will benefit PAWS For Juniors Scholarships and Grants.

PAWS is having a fundraiser on July 9th, 11 a.m. A special exhibition of Marguerite Kirmse art with Brunch at the Green Dragon Tavern in Carlsbad Ca. The cost of the fundraiser is $35 and will feature Marguerite Kirmse art owned by members of the STCA. There will also be a chance to purchase Kirmse art owned by other members of the STCA. A very nice brunch will be served and a super fun raffle will be an added feature. A tour by the Green Dragon’s owner Bruce Bartlett of an early American museum filled with actual artifacts will complete this incredible day.

We are keeping contact with several young people who are showing Scotties in Breed and Junior Showmanship. There will be interviews and photos in the Bagpiper in the future.

Sueannette Maniscalco

The Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Houston proudly presents:

"It's a Plaid, Plaid, Plaid World!" Specialty Show Fri., July 21

Houston World Series of Dog Shows July 19-23, 2017. Supported Entry is Sat., July 22. Six days of shows in an air conditioned venue!

www.stcgh.org

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Quick Notes: STCA REGIONAL CLUB 2017 Specialty Shows!

Greater Pittsburgh STC - May 27. Closing May 10. Designated Specialty in conjunction with New Castle KC, Lawrence County Farm Show Grounds, Route 108, New Castle, PA. Regular Classes: Dr. Steve Keating. Puppy Sweepstakes: Barbara Tulanko. Superintendent: MB-F, Inc.

Scottish Terrier Club of Chicago - June 17. Closing May 31. Lake County Fairgrounds, Grayslake, IL, in conjunction with Great Lakes All Terrier Assoc. Classes: Edd E. Bivin. Sweepstakes: Julie Hill. Superintendent: Roy Jones Dog Shows, Inc.

Greater Dallas STC - July 6. Closing June 21. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX. In conjunction with North Texas Terrier Club. Classes: Margo E. Klinger. Sweepstakes: Christine Stephens. Jr. Showmanship: Robert J. Shreve. Event Chair: Theresa Kay Thomas. Superintendent: Onofrio Dog Shows.

Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Denver - August 18. Closing August 2. Island Grove Regional Park, Greeley, CO. Event Chair: Melanie Eubank. Superintendent: Onofrio Dog Shows, LLC. Classes & Jr. Showmanship: Jay Richardson. Sweepstakes: Lisa Hills.

STC of Greater Washington, DC - Oct. 13. Closing: Sept. 27. 68th Independent Specialty Show & Sweepstakes. 2210 Fairgrounds Rd., West Friendship, MD. Classes: Elizabeth Hindley (Australia). Sweeps: Cherie Turner Fogarty. Superintendent: MB-F, Inc.

STC of Western Virginia - (as of 5/7/17 Pending AKC approvals) - Sept. 15. Closing Aug. 30. Holiday Inn/Tanglewood, 4468 Starkey Road. Roanoke, VA. Superintendent: Lynn C. Maxey, Event Secretary.

STC of Greater Baltimore, Inc. - If you missed their show this year, do plan on attending next year!! Save the date for the club's 45th Specialty Show - Fri., April 20 2018. Indoors - Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, MD. Superintendent: MB-F, Inc.

SHOW CHAIRS - Send in information for the next WrapUp - deadline June 15.

Please submit your specialty results to www.stca.biz through the Events Calendar link. Questions? Please contact Lori Kelly. Please mail marked catalogs to Historian Janet Tomlinson (address in STCA roster). Share a picture here! Show Chairs - send a candid from your specialty to be featured in WrapUp!

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2017 Specialty 76th Show & Sweepstakes

Fri., June 2 - Wrentham, MA

Crackerbarrel Fairgrounds, Wrentham, MA. Independent Specialty Show - part of a 3-show weekend at same location as Ladies Dog Club (6/3 & 6/4).

STCNE Specialty: Regular Class Judge: Lydia Coleman Hutchinson. Sweepstakes: Susan Finn. Jr. Handler Classes: Kathi Brown.

Also featuring: Simon Pierce made in Vermont trophies. Parade of Rescue Scotties. Parade of Veteran Scotties. Complimentary all-American picnic.

Please visit www.stcne.org for details.

Join the STCNE for the Main Scottie Rescue Benefit - Sat., June 24

Sat., June 24 at the Craignair Inn. For more info and RSVP, please contact Barbara Ljunggren (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

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84th Specialty Show - Fri., June 23 - Irwindale, CA.

"Arroo for Hollywood," Celebrating the club's 90 years from its founding!

84th Specialty Show, dedicated in Memory of Michele Parmiter

Specialty lunch & Specialty Awards Banquet Fri., June 23 at show site. Deadline for meals RSVP: June 14 to Adrian Sanchez.

Santa Fe Dam Recreation Center, 15501 Arrow Hwy., Irwindale, CA. Regular Class: Wood Wornall. Puppy Sweekstakes: Steve Russell

Show Chairs: Jeanie Jennings, Bill McGinnis & Linda Sanchez. Entries close Wed., June 7 12 noon. www.jbradshaw.com

Great Western Supported Entry: Sat., June 24 & Sun., June 25

Legislative Team News for you!

Greetings members!
In case you are a new member or are not aware of this service by the AKC, we have state by state legislation alerts available to us. You can track important bills and issues that can impact you and your dog. If you are a breeder, you should follow what is happening in your state. There are many states that are, and have introduced, over-reaching and nonsensical legislation which is contrary to you as responsible breeders. We of course need laws, but fair, balanced and sensible laws.
Certainly throwing the baby out with the bath water needs to be opposed. So we invite you to take a look at the AKC site and see what is happing in your state.
Just do a Google search for:

Legislative Alerts - American Kennel Club
Here is a direct link also.
http://www.akc.org/government-relations/legislative-alerts/

Best regards!
Charlie Gann

2018 Covers! Enter to win a cover in issue #1 or #3! Both are up for grabs!

Regional Clubs -- promote your club's specialty shows!

Greetings from The Bagpiper:

The Bagpiper staff thanks all our members for their great support for our publication through advertising. It is how we can manage to print a quality magazine professionally with lots of photos and color pages. There are other breed magazines who cannot reach the level of quality we have due to lack of funds.

Our advertisers are the BEST! If you haven't advertised, remember, you do not need to have a best in show. Advertise your beloved Scottie for being him or her self. We are pleased to show off all Scotties!

Bagpiper Issue #1 was mailed the week of April 10. If you have not yet received your copy, please note that for some, it will take up to 6 weeks as a few post offices are generally very slow in some areas of the US.

Bagpipers are sent by two different means. All members are entitled to free shipping, but that will be for "printed material" also called "Bulk mail" which is slow and depends on your post office to deliver whenever they wish.

If you want to receive the Bagpiper sooner, there is an upgrade option by adding $20 to your subscription for First Class mailing, and that puts the onus on the Post Office to deliver your Bagpiper the same as a letter. First Class is much more expensive per issue than printed matter postage.

Bagpiper deadline for #2 has just ended. It will take about 6 weeks before Issue #2 will be mailed.

REMEMBER THE NEXT DEADLINE FOR BAGPIPER #3 WILL BE JULY 15.

Sincerely, Your Bagpiper Staff

2018 Bagpiper Cover Drawing:

Be sure to submit your name and contact information to Corres. Sec. Theresa Thomas before 9/15/17 for an opportunity to feature your Scottie on the cover of The Bagpiper. Issues #1 and #3 are up for grabs. Winner will be selected at the STCA Annual Meeting on Fri., Oct. 6th.

Special notice to members and subscribers:

Regional Clubs - advertise your specialty show - 1/2 page - it's FREE!

The STCA Bagpiper is pleased to continue its tradition of FREE advertising for regional club specialty shows. Each regional club is offered a 1/2 page, B&W ad - NO CHARGE - to promote each club's 2017 specialty show. Tampa Bay - issue #3 is the issue for you! Deadline is 7/15/17. Send camera-ready art and ad layout to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For specialty show publicity: If approvals are pending, simply advertise, "Save the Date!"

Dual Coat or Not?

Check out the latest AKC Gazette Breed Column - written by STCA's Gazette Columnist Kathleen J. Ferris.

http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/e8f3daf8#/e8f3daf8/38

Door County Scottie Rally!

Door County Scottie Rally - 17th Annual, Baileys Harbor Wisconsin - May 19 - 20

Fun times await you at the 2017 Door County Scottie Rally. Good times to meet fellow Scottie friends. Lots of FUN activities. Visit www.doorcountyscottierally.com.

Look for STCA's Marcia Dawson who will be on hand to answer questions on behalf of the STCA Parent Club.

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Wishing you a very happy and safe springtime

filled with happy and healthy Scotties!

it's a wrap.....

Lori Kelly, STCA President, Editor, WrapUp

*Please be advised that WrapUp does not conflict with quarterly Clan Connection reports submitted by Regional Club Representatives/Clan Correspondents for publication in The Bagpiper.

STCA National WrapUp Mini Edition April 11, 2017

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

Mini - Post Rotating Edition - April 11, 2017

Congratulations to all!

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Thank you one and all for an extraordinary Rotating!

Scroll down for Rotating and Bagpiper news....

By all accounts this year's Rotating was a success, thanks to our outstanding host, the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Dayton! Thank you STCGD members and friends for rolling out the welcome mat in Wilmington, OH.

Thank you Gary Stroede (STCGD President), Pam Williams (STCA VP/Show Chair), Theresa Thomas (STCA Nat'l Rotating Show Secretary), Sue Stacy (Regional Club Show Chair), Kim Lindsay-Stroede (Event Reservations), Peggy Browne (STCA Nat'l Trophy Chair & Cookie Contest), Debi Russell (STCA Nat'l Advtg. Chair), Barbara Zink, Marcia Harbison, Lucy Berninger, Sandy Maddux, Pilar Kuhn, Cheryl Bates, Susan Moloney, Peggy Pearce & Don Riepenhoff, Penny Oliver, Rita Adler-Morris & Jim Morris, Jim & Sue Jackson, Angie Anastasia, Dr. Knapp, Carol Vaseleski, Marcia Dawson, Nancy Bowles, Marcie Kelsey and Aleen Hoeweler.

Kudos for an enthusiastic Top 20 Committee: Committee Chair Vandra Huber, Whitney Shafer, Krissy Simmons, Bill Berry, Rebecca Cross, Jerry Burge, Larae Shafer, Master of Ceremonies Mark LaBonte and Michael Krolewski. And special thanks to Peggy Browne and Gina Smith for coordinating our first ever Shortbread Cookie Contest, bakers and taste-testers AND everyone who contributed to the success of this special weekend.

Hearty congratulations to all exhibitors and winners!

Full results and details will be posted at stca.biz and in Bagpiper issue #2.

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Don't miss out on what promises to be a colorful and memorable issue featuring all the good times from Rotating 2017! Send materials to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

SPECIAL NOTE: Rotating Winners/Advertising in Bagpiper issue #2, 2017

Deadline approaches soon!

All ads that members wish to submit for the Rotating Issue (issue #2) must be received, along with payment by the extended ad deadline, April 30, 2017.

Be sure to celebrate those wins and new titles from the STCA Rotating!

The show photos from Rotating 2017 are posted to InfocusbyMiguel.com. Please visit his web site to select your image. There are so many wonderful shots of all exhibitors. if you need assistance with an ad or have questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

NOTE: Vandra Huber (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) and Pam Williams (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) are handling advertising.

All articles, business files and club ads for this issue are due April 15, 2017.

PLEASE SUBMIT ALL CONTENT TO This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Additionally, Bagpiper isssue #1 will be mailed next week. There was a record number of stud ads which took a bit of extra time. We do apologize for the delay. Best regards, Charla Hill, Editor & Bagpiper Staff

STCA Grooming Video - It's here! It's awesome! We created it for you!

The STCA Grooming Video is the companion piece to the STCA's Guide to Grooming, winner of the 2011 Dog Writers Association of America Maxwell Medallion, and partner piece to the STCA Illustrated Guide to the Scottish Terrier.

Don't miss out on purchasing this "how-to" video demonstration of techniques for honing grooming skills and tackling those more challenging areas of the dog. Whether you are grooming for conformation, performance or a companion, learning to groom your Scottie yourself is an ongoing, but rewarding experience!

Video - $50 each (in US dollars) plus shipping.

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Order today at www.stca.biz

STCA Board News - Welcome to Directors Class of 2017 new board members!

The STCA Board welcomes three new Directors, Class of 2017: Mark LaBonte (CA), Sonya Neve (CO) and Pamela Wilson (TX). We look forward to a productive term!

STCA PAWS FOR JUNIORS - News from Sueannette Maniscalco

In March our STCA PAWS representatives were at the STBEA Conference, Coventry, England. PAWS and the STCA supported the Juniors' portion of the Conference and helped out where we could. We spoke with the 15 Juniors who exhibited Scotties about how the STCA assists the Juniors in the US with grants and scholarships. We also talked about how individual clubs can help young members. We also learned how the UK helps their Juniors.

The PAWS 2017 Raffle was introduced at the STCA National Rotating. We have already raised more than $200 during our first weekend out! Raffle prizes offered: 1st prize - Scottie Ballerina doll; 2nd prize - Radley Watch; 3rd prize - Scottie figurine. All items have been donated!

Join us for a fundraiser on July 9th at an exhibition of Marguerite Kirmse art - Brunch at the Green Dragon Tavern, Carlsbad, CA. More information will be found in the Bagpiper.

Meanwhile, we are keeping in touch with several young people showing Scotties in Breed and Junior Showmanship. Follow them in interviews and photos in the Bagpiper.

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^{The Scottish Terrier Club of Greater New York Specialty - UPDATE - CHANGE OF JUDGE NOTICE for regular classes.}

Saturday, May 6, 2017, held in conjunction with the Bucks County Kennel Club

Sweepstakes Judge: Jean Edwards. Change in Class Judge to: Dawn Martin

Show Superintdendent: MB-F. www.infodog.com

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STCA REGIONAL CLUBS -Advertise your specialty show - FREE!

Don't miss out on a FREE advertising opportunity to promote your specialty show in Bagpiper issue #2: STCGL, STCM, STCWV, Greater Washington DC, SFBSTC and STCNO. Deadline: April 15

HELP WANTED!

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WE NEED YOU! STCA TALENT CALL!

Calling for all writers, editors, graphic artists - please contact Lori Kelly (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) - for STCA volunteer opportunities for the club's premier Bagpiper publication and upcoming handbook.

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Enjoy springtime!

.......it's a wrap.

WrapUp - created, edited and published by Lori kelly - serves as a communication resource for ALL STCA members. Each issue includes STCA Parent and Regional Club events, points of pride, fundraising and club initiatives, and much more -- all in an effort to keep us connected. Next deadline: April 30, 2017. Questions? Please email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

*Please be advised that WrapUp does not conflict with quarterly Clan Connection reports submitted by Regional Club Clan Correspondents for publication in the Bagpiper.

STCA National WrapUp MAR 1, 2017

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

MARCH 1, 2017

Let the good times roll! Rotating 2017:

Scroll down for more info! Don't Forget - Entries close March 15. Pre-register for all events by March 15.

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STCA 2017 National Rotating, hosted by the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Dayton. Are you ready to let the good times roll?

Eukanuba Hall at Roberts Centre, 123 Gano Rd., Wilmington, OH

NOTE: Entry Closing Date & Meal Reservations: March 15.

STCA Rotating/STCGD Entries

Reservations

Look under the main menu "SHOW -> 2017 Rotating Specialty"

Questions on RV parking, please contact Susan Moloney (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) $35/night

The festivities begin Friday, March 31st!

HTF/Purdue Bladder Cancer Study/TCC Seminar with Dr. Debbie Knapp* CGC Demo and Testing * STCGD Puppy Match (Judge Robin Geppert)*Hospitality*Top 20!

NEW for Rotating weekend: CGC Demo and Opportunity for Testing

Canine Good Citizen demo and opportunity for testing on Fri., March 31. Test is $10. Instructor: Carol Vaseleski. Fees donated to the STCA Health Trust Fund. Need more information on CGC? CGC Pledge: http://www.akc.org/cgc-pledge/

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TOP 20! It's fun! Who will win? Mystery judges! STCGD Hospitality and more! Check out here: Top 20 Invite Document

Saturday, April 1 - STCA Rotating Specialty

STCA National Rotating. 3 point major for RWD/RWB. AKC NOHS Series. Sweepstakes: Cheryl Jennings. Classes: Laurie Herd (UK). Jr. Showmanship: Daniel Fabelo. Vendors, pre-order and pre-paid boxed lunches, STCA HTF & Shoppe, Shortbread Cookie Contest, followed by Cash Bar and Buffet Dinner, Live Auction.

NEW for 2017 - STCA Shortbread Cook-off! We're having a Shortbread Cookie Contest! Starts 1 hour before Sweepstakes. Ends at end of lunch break. NO entry fee req'd. $5 donation for tasting and your vote. For information and to enter, please contact Gina Smith (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) PRIZES for Best Cookie in Show and Reserve Cookie in Show!

Sunday, April 2 - STCGD Specialty

STCGD Specialty. Sweepstakes: Dorene Cross. Classes: Robert Hutton. AKC NOHS, pre-order and pre-paid boxed lunches.

NEW for 2017: We have an on site photographer: In Focus By Miguel. Book in advance and save 10% - Offer expires 3/25/17.

Ringside-Private Shoots-On site for official wins - All events! - Book: Call/text: 804-396-0730. Infocusbymiguel.com

STCGD Raffle tickets for a queen-size quilt and commemorative t-shirts are available at www.stcgd.com

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visit www.stca.biz and http://www.stcgd.com for event updates.

Pam Williams, STCA VP/National Show Chairman - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Sue Stacy, STCGD Show Chair

STCA Rotating Ad Chair: Debi Russell, Meal Reservations: Kim Lindsay Stroede, Show Secretary: Theresa K. Thomas, STCA Trophy Chair: Peggy Browne

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STCA taking the lead...

The Scottish Terrier Club of America has taken an important step in addressing the decline of AKC registrations of Scottish Terriers over the past 20 years. STCA President Lori Kelly has formed a task force to factually examine the decline in Scottie numbers and to take a thorough look at the current status of our Breed. Co-chaired by Marcia Dawson, DVM and Michael Bishop, PhD, the Committee is made up of the following talented STCA members: Lisa Kincheloe, Kristen Simmons, Whitney Shafer, Lisa Hills, Barbara Gibson, Karen Prokopetz and Michele Geiger-Bronsky.

The Committee’s first objective is to collect data and examine the causes, contributing factors and consequences of the decline in Scottie numbers. The next phase, soon to be underway, is to use polling techniques to engage a wide and diverse population of Scottie owners and breeders, thereby contributing their knowledge and experience to the process. The final objective is to propose realistic strategies to the STCA for preservation and advancement of the Breed, and to help lead the Breed and the Club into a strong and healthy future.

The areas of data collection, investigation and polling include:

AKC Scottie registrations and those from other registries in the US and Canada
Conformation, Performance and Companion event entries and titles over the past 10 years
Scottie reproduction data
Non-STCA Scottie owning and breeding population
Health and Genetic Diversity data
Legislation and Public Relations
The STCA- Members and Operations

The Committee will bring an interim report to the STCA Board in late summer and will present its final report to the membership during Montgomery County week, October 2017.

Click on link below to preview a graph of AKC Data:

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Questions? Please contact Lori Kelly by email (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or telephone as published in the STCA printed membership roster.

For all entries at the upcoming All-Breed Black & White Agility Extravaganza - have fun! Take pictures!

March 4 & 5, 2017 - Sharonville, OH.

Co-sponsored by the Scottish Terrier Club of America and the West Highland White Terrier Club of America, at the Queen City Dog Training Club, Sharonville, OH.

Thank you to STCA Trial Chair Barbara Gibson & WHWT Trial Chair Lysiane Huber and all STCA event committee members: Joanne Young, Barbara Gibson, Lucy Berninger, Cheryl Fugate, John McNabney and members of the STCA. Thank you for representing the breed and the STCA!

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HTF News! Rotating weekend is almost here! STCA's HTF with Dr. Debbie Knapp and much more is in store for you!

Rotating weekend is almost here! A major research project funded by the STCA HTF is Dr. Debbie Knapp's TCC Screening Study at Purdue University. This landmark 3-year Scottie study will soon come to a close, and Dr. Knapp will be giving a presentation of her preliminary findings at 1pm on Friday, March 31 in the host hotel. Attendance is free. Don't miss this important health seminar!!!

Be sure to come to the HTF table and see the deals we have for you!

Discounted vWD and CMO tests!
AKC DNA profiles!
Raffle tickets for TWO must-have items! - A 1946 Rosenthal porcelain Scottish Terrier head, designed by F. Heidenreich. A new, with tag, unused retired Radley signature grab bag, Retail Therapy 2006, complete with dust bag and coin purse. Tickets will be $5 each or $20 for five. Drawing for both items will be held during the STCA dinner Saturday evening April 1, 2017. Tickets are also available on-line at www.stca.biz
Stock up on one of the most useful breeding books ever published! The Joy of Breeding Your Own Show Dog, by Ann Seranne. This is a special purchase by the HTF, on sale for only $7.00 for one book or $10 for two! Pick up several copies to add to your own library and to give to the new breeders you are mentoring. Don't miss out!

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STCA PAWS FOR JUNIORS - News from Sueannette Maniscalco - PAWS is headed to Coventry, England!

PAWS For Juniors is looking forward to an exciting year, starting with our participation at the Scottish Terrier Breeders & Exhibitors Assn. Conference in Coventry, England next month! PAWS and the STCA are supporting the Juniors' portion of the conference and helping out where we can.

We want to be able to help any Scottish Terrier Club in the world either with set-up of their own Juniors' program or add information to an existing program. We will also be there to learn from other organizations. There will be many PAWS supporters on hand to promote how STCA PAWS provides grants and scholarships to our young members. We will also show individual clubs how they can set up a fund for a junior for assistance with entry fees and other expenses related to showing a dog in order to lessen the cost to families.

The 2017 Raffle starts at Rotating! We are offering a Scottie Ballerina doll and a Scottie figurine. Both items have been donated. On July 9th PAWS is having a fundraiser, an exhibition of Margaret Kirmse art with brunch at the Green Dragon Tavern in Carlsbad, CA.

We are staying in touch with several young people who are showing Scotties in Breed and Junior Showmanship. Look for interviews and photos in the Bagpiper!

For more information on the STBEA Conference (www.stbea-event.co.uk) or STCA PAWS programs please contact Sueannette Maniscalco This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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The Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Atlanta Specialty - Sat., April 8, 2017
FORTY & FABULOUS!

Jim Miller Park, Marietta, GA. Closing: March 22, 2017. Foy Trent Dog Shows - Superintendent
Class Judge - Kathleen Ferris. Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes – Geoff Dawson.
Show Chair: Gail Feske, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Check us out: www.stga.biz/specialty

On Friday, April 7 we will return to the Old Vinings Inn for another meal, guaranteed to tickle your taste buds. Please go to our website to view the Premium List and show details. The STCGA welcome mat will be ready! We look forward to seeing you and your beautiful dogs.

Note: Our Pet Grooming Seminar, with groomer Sharon Ero, will be rescheduled for a date this summer. Watch the STCGA website for details.

STCGA wishes you and your Scottish Terriers a spring filled with balmy days, beautiful blooms, and of course, lots of cute Scottie antics.
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Saturday, May 6, 2017, held in conjunction with the Bucks County Kennel Club in beautiful Erwinna, PA

Class Judge: Elliot Weiss. Sweepstakes - Jean Edwards

STCGNY Show Chair: Cliff Schultz. Trophy Chair: Erica Cerny. Ad Chair: Gail Dalrymple

Be sure to join us!!

Show Superintdendent: MB-F. www.infodog.com

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STCA Grooming Video - "How-to" demonstration companion piece to the Award Winning Guide to Grooming the Scottish Terrier

We're almost ready to ship!!

Video - $50 each (in US dollars) plus shipping in US. Grooming Manual/Video Combo: $90 (in US dollars), including shipping to US addresses. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for shipping info to Canada and overseas.

Committee: Ron McConnell, Marianne Melucci, Barbara Casey, Christine Stephens

Order online at the STCA's online Shoppe today. We'll email you as soon as we're ready to ship!

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Breeder Referral ... a note from Barb Zink

Thank you all for giving the Breeder Referral email to the folks looking for pups.

For your benefit, wthin the next couple of months, I will be sending an updated letter confirming your information at the STCA website (Breeder page). Please read and return the completed form by the date that will appear in the letter.

Again, many thanks and please know that you are making many of these folks very happy with your dogs!

Kind regards, Barb Zink This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Thank you to all contributors of content & advertisements! Bagpiper #1 is in production!

Reminder: Issue #2, 2017 - Deadline April 15 for all advertising and content.

Questions on Bagpiper advertising? Please Contact Vandra Huber (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

STCA 2017 Printed Membership Roster

Membership addresses/emails/phone #'s - If for any reason you think your information is incorrect or needs updating, please contact STCA Recording Secretary Kathy Ferris by email no later than March 15.

Membership Roster Business Cards

We don't want to leave you out. Members - if you did not take advantage of the Bagpiper Issue #1/STCA Membership Roster busness card combo offer and are still interested in placing a business card ad in the upcoming printed roster only, you have time. Deadline is March 15. For ad specs, pricing and payment please contact Recording Secretary Kathy Ferris.

Kathy Ferris - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

STCA REGIONAL CLUBS - please update your contact info and name of your club's specialty show chair!

Special request to regional clubs for specialty show chair information.

Please post your specialty show chair's name and contact info on your regional club listing at the STCA website It's easy! Please contact Glenda Tucker by email (gThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or through the STCA website's feedback form. We're here to help you promote your show!

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See you at Rotating.....

it's a wrap.

WrapUp - created, edited and published by Lori kelly, serves as a communication resource for ALL STCA members. Each issue includes STCA Parent and Regional Club events, points of pride, fundraising and club initiatives, and much more -- all in an effort to keep us connected. Next deadline: April 30, 2017. Questions? Please email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

*Please be advised that WrapUp does not conflict with quarterly Clan Connection reports submitted by Regional Club Clan Correspondents for publication in the Bagpiper.