The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

May 8, 2015

See you at Rotating! Information at www.stca.biz.

STCA National Rotating - June 4 - 7, 2015 Thank you WSSTC!

A FEW IMPORTANT ROTATING RELATED ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Entries and grooming space reservations along with event registrations close on Wed., May 20.  In addition to a full weekend of activities, the WSSTC is moving forward with a NEW and EXCITING program, Steppin' Out - Top 20!  Celebrate in style with the Top 20 Scottish Terriers.  Vandra Huber is coordinating the Top 20.  Information on eligibility is at www.stca.biz.  Please join in the festivities!

The STCA block or rooms at host hotel, LaQuinta/Tacoma, is filling. Please be sure to make your reservations over the next few days. Cut-off date for reservations is May 13.  The last day to take advantage of a terrific rate in the block at $95 plus applicable taxes per night.  Can't beat it! AND.... you'll be right there for STCA Hospitality and WSSTC Seminar on June 4, close to the show site for the entire weekend and return to the hotel for a delightful Cascade Buffet Dinner on Saturday evening, June 6.

FOR EXHIBITORS - TAKE NOTE: There is a block of 30 grooming spots all together at the show site. Be sure to reserve grooming and indicate you want to be in the STCA block of grooming spots. No grooming in the exhibit hall. Please refer to premium lists for contact information. Deadline to reserve grooming space is May 20. Questions? Please contact Vandra or Jackie Blumenstetter.

IF YOU ARE FLYING IN: Vandra has offered to provide grooming tables and x-pens, but you need to contact her in advance at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  Any questions on grooming set-up at the show site, please contact local WSSTC Show Chair Jackie Blumenstetter (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Vandra.

  Great fun, great shows, an even better time for Scotties and friends!

Thank you to WSSTC!

Special raffle tickets for STCA HTF and PAWS FOR JUNIORS will be for sale. Thanks to everyone for your support!

Thurs., June 4 - Board Meeting, STCA Hospitality, WSSTC Seminar.

Fri., June 5 - WSSTC Specialty, STCA Grooming Workshop, Top 20!

Sat., June 6 - STCA Rotating (with Puyallup Dog Fanciers' All Breed Show), WSSTC/STCA Buffet Dinner

Sun., June 7 - Tacoma KC All Breed Show

STCA Health Trust  reports....

CANINE INFLUENZA VIRUS H3N2 MAKING NEWS.

 Keep informed and see your veterinarian right away if your Scottie has a cough or fever.

Here are two links with important information and updates on the newer canine influenza virus H3N2:

http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=3610

http://www.doginfluenza.com/

Marcia Dawson DVM, Chairman STCA HTF

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Health Trust Fund Raffle
Queen Sized Scottie Quilt

Donated by Kim Magnuson and Charlie Gann

$5 each or five for $20  Need not be present to win.

Download your tickets today!

Drawing will be held at the STCA Annual Meeting October 2, 2015

Regional Club Volunteers and their specialty shows.

Regional clubs are fortunate to have members with diverse  interests in and out of the ring. Volunteers make it happen behind the scenes. Luncheon and banquet coordinators.  Show and trophy commmitees. Just look at the talented artists' creations that grace the various boutique tables across the country!  All share the same passion ... the Scottish Terrier. 

Come out to the specialties - you will have a great time!

Send a specialty show picture to Lori Kelly and we'll include one from each regional club in WrapUp.

STCA is proud of its regionals!

Show Chairmen: PLEASE report your specialty show results at the STCA website. Be sure to also send a marked specialty show catalog and premium list to STCA Club Historian Janet Tomlinson (mailing address in STCA roster).

TCC - It's a challenge!

The STCA Board has declared 2015-16 to be the Year of TCC, aka Bladder Cancer.

Please support this initiative by donating directly to Purdue University where the research is being done. 

Donors, in making this donation, please indicate if you are a member of the Scottish Terrier Club of America. Purdue has a donor who will match any funds donated. Let's lick this disease!

Regional clubs are stepping up....here's what's happening at STCGNY and STCC:

Join the STCGNY in meeting the challenge to raise funds for TCC Research. Help is needed - YOUR help is needed - to assist in Purdue University's study of Bladder Cancer in our breed.

Bill Berry (Motherwell Scottish Terriers) is spearheading a fundraising effort for the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater New York. Bill has offered a pledge of matching funds in the amount of $5,000 to launch STCGNY's program.

Please contact Bill (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) directly with questions or donation information. All donations are tax deductible.

Scottish Terrier Club of Chicago

Earlier this year STCC Rescue initiated the push for funds for the Purdue Foundation TCC Study. Caryl Alten and Sue Severtsen began the project with the plan to match $5000 of Rescue's money. STCC Rescue has, to date, raised over $27,000 for the Bladder Cancer Study. At this time  other clubs have "Jumped on the Bandwagon" and are also raising money for the study. STCC Rescue is an independent entity from STCC.

Together we can make a difference!

2015 REGIONAL CLUB SPECIALTIES

STCA REGIONAL CLUB 2015 SPECIALTIES ARE IN FULL SWING...

Greater Pittsburgh STC - Sat., May 23. New Castle KC, New Castle, PA. Regular Classes: Mrs. Patricia Ann Keenan. Sweepstakes: Tracy Wooster. Entries closed: May 6.

Scottish Terrier Club of New England England - May 29 (please see information below).

Scottish Terrier Club of California - June 19 (please see information below).

SHOW CHAIRS - Please submit your specialty results to www.stca.biz through the Events Calendar link on the left hand side of the page. Questions? Please contact Lori Kelly. Remember to send a marked catalog to Club Historian Janet Tomlinson.

STCNE celebrates its 74th Specialty Show!

Fri., May 29 - Crackerbarrel Fairground, Wrentham, MA. 3 show weekend with Ladies Dog Club Shows at the same site!

The Scottish Terrier Club of New England’s 74th Specialty Show will be held on May 29 in Wrentham, MA.  This is the Friday of a 3 show weekend with Ladies Dog Club shows on Saturday and Sunday at the same site: Crackerbarrel Fairground, Wrentham Development Center, Wrentham, MA  02093. Ladies' has a plethora of activities in addition to the shows to make the weekend more interesting.  Visit (www.ladiesdogclub.org) for premium/show information. ENTRIES CLOSE 5/13.

STCNE will hold an early evening specialty (4 p.m.)  to make travel a little easier for those who are driving from a distance.  In addition to refreshments served all day, there is a complimentary dinner served at the show site immediately after judging is completed. 

Download the STCNE premium list at www.stcne.org or request one to be mailed from Cathy Hill This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 718-229-0901.

This year's trophies are stunning Simon Pearce Crystal pieces. Sweepstakes judge: Nancy Walthers.  Breed judge: Peggy Beisel-McIlwaine.  There is ample tenting for grooming and the fairgrounds are immaculately kept so your dogs will be able to show to their best. 

We hope to see many of you here for the weekend!

Scottish Terrier Club of California  - 82nd Specialty Show - Fri., June 19, 2015

“Stars and Stripes Forever," theme for STC California's 82nd Specialty show dedicated to the Memory of Joyce Gast.

Queen Mary Events Park, Long Beach, CA. Entries close @ 12 noon on Wed., June 3.

STCC Specialty: Regular Class Judge: Jon Cole. Sweepsetakes, Puppy & Veteran: Marianne Melucci (Fireheart).

Supported entry - Great Western Terrier (GWTA) on Sat., June 20 & Sun., June 21. Saturday judges: Judy Webb (Classes), Jeanice Barton/Haslemere (Sweeps). Sunday judges: James Reynolds (Classes), Eve Steele (Sweeps).

STCGL shares regional news with you!
Dr. Kurt Zimmerman - Guest Speaker on May 30 at the TN Scottie Rescue's Annual Scottie Picnic. All are welcome.

Dr. Kurt Zimmerman, who is heading up the research for atypical Cushings at the Virginia-Maryland Regional Collage of Veterinarian Medicine at Virginia Tech, is scheduled to be a guest speaker at TN Scottie Rescue’s Annual Scottie Picnic and Fun Day, on May 30 near Nashville, TN.  Dr. Zimmerman is almost at the finish line in his epic, 9-year study of atypical Cushings in our breed!  He has identified 3 genes that are expressed in a uniquely different manner in our Scotties. Dr. Zimmerman will speak and give us information about his latest findings, and we will have a period of questions and answers. After that, he will be available to draw blood from eligible Scotties in hopes to finish up this much needed research. For information about the Fun Day, go to www.scottierescue.com then click on News and Events. 

STCGL Specialty - August

22 in a NEW venue!

The Scottish Terrier Club of Louisville Specialty will be held August 22 at the Shelby County Fairgrounds--Floral Hall, Shelbyville, KY. This is a new venue for us, and we are excited about having more room. There should be plenty of RV hookups.
 
The Host hotel is The Best Western, Shelbyville Lodge, 115 Isaac Shelby Drive,
Shelbyville, Kentucky, 40065-9128, US Phone: 502/633-4400. We have 20 rooms held (two queen beds...lower floor back) for $72.99 per room and NO PET FEE. Just tell them you are with the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Louisville. This rate will be good until 30 days before the show...July 22, so make your reservations early. This hotel is just down the road from the fairgrounds with several fast food restaurants near-by.
Our hospitality will be at the show site on Friday evening, to coincide with a grooming/handling mini seminar,  offered by Al Jennings (Ravenscraig). Our judges this year will be Ms. Elaine Whitney (Canada) for regular classes and Ms. Susan Finn (New Jersey--Destiny Scottish Terriers) for Sweepstakes. We are happily moving our banquet back to Claudia Sanders restaurant, which we all loved in past years.  Our complimentary luncheon--always a hit--will continue as in the past and will be served at the show site at no cost. However, we do need to know how many are eating. There will be a form in the Premium List for you to fill out and send back in. You do not have to have a dog entered to enjoy our delicious, lunch. After lunch we will have a Rescue Parade.
Entries close Noon,  Wed., August 5, 2014, Central Time.

For more specialty show information:  http://stcgl.tripod.com/specialty.html

Breeder Referral 

Special Springtime Message from STCA Breeder Referral Chair, Barbara Zink:

If you have pups, or know of any, please let me know at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Being spring, there are many folks out there looking.​There are a few requests for older Scotties.

Breeder Referral is a wonderful resource!

So, what IS PAWS for Juniors?

PAWS For Juniors is made up of a group of members that belong to the STCA that want to promote the Junior members of our club.  This network of STCA members raise money for Scholarships and Grants that assist the young members further their education as well as make it easier for them to show their Scotties in Breed, Junior Showmanship as well as performance events.  We advise them of Junior Clinics around the country that will help those young people improve their skills showing.
 
A raffle each year provides the money needed to give out scholarships and grants.  The 2015 raffle will begin in May with tickets  sold at different specialties around the country.  The raffle will end at the Annual Dinner Montgomery County weekend.  Our 1st prize is a $350 airline (of your choice) voucher and 2nd prize is a Giuseppe Armani figurine.  A special raffle will be held at the Rotating in June in Washington state.  This special item (a Mary Queen of Scotties doll) will be raffled off the night of the dinner.
 
The grant and scholarship applications found on the STCA website have just been updated.   We are currently working on updating the information about PAWS on the webpage.  Two of our young members are or will be going off to college so we do expect applications for scholarships in the summer.
 
Respectfully submitted by Sueannette Maniscalco, Chair

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

Attention all Regional Clubs:

The STCA is pleased to continue its tradition of FREE advertising in The Bagpiper for regional club specialty show ads! Each regional club is offered a 1/2 page, B&W ad - NO CHARGE -  to promote each club's 2015 specialty show.

The following club should consider advertising in issue #3 2015. Deadline: 7/15/15 : TAMPA BAY - Issue #3 is the perfect issue for your ad!

DEADLINE : July 15, 2015  Deadline absolute. Send camera-ready art and ad layout  to Barbara Gibson.  Note: if AKC approvals are pending, simply advertise, "Save the Date!"

 SPECIAL NOTE TO ALL REGIONAL CLUBS:

Corresponding Secretaries or Delegates regarding Contact Info and Newsletters:

Has your club had a recent election of new officers/directors?  If so, PLEASE update the names and contact information using the Feedback form at www.stca.biz. If you need assistance, please contact Lori Kelly.

PLEASE share your club's newsletter with your fellow regional club delegates. Content may inspire other clubs and provide helpful resources.

it's a wrap.....see you at Rotating in June!

Lori Kelly, STCA Vice 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: June 10, 2015.

*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.

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

March 31, 2015

Rotating 2015 is just around the corner. Check out the Information Packet at www.stca.biz. WSSTC is putting the finishing touches on plans for a great weekend of activities June 4 - 7 in Tacoma, WA.

We're under construction!

After nearly 5 years and over 50 million hits, the STCA website is undergoing some revisions to keep it technically current.  The underlying content management software is being upgraded to Joomla Version 3 so we can maintain technical support.  The Web Committee will make the change as seamless as possible.  All the functions, features and content you now enjoy will carry forward.  Don’t be surprised when the look-and-feel changes a bit as the page template and plug-in software are upgraded.  We expect the cutover to occur within a couple of months.  Thank you in advance for your patience. 

AKC Gazette - The Scottish Terrier

AKC Gazette (February 2015)

Check out the latest Scottish Terrier breed article by STCA's Gazette Columnist article by Kathy Ferris: 

http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/ccf1a72b#/ccf1a72b/1

CHECK THIS OUT

The AKC has launched a microsite for Health Initiatives at this link  

http://www.akc.org/health/breeder-education/

http://www.akc.org/health/the-crucial-role-of-communication-between-breeders/

Kudos to Julie Hill who has written a great article, The Crucial Role of Communication Between Breeders!

For Exhibitors: NEW AKC Conformation Point Schedule as of 5/14/15 is available:

http://www.akc.org/events/conformation-dog-shows/point-schedule/

STCA Health Trust News

Although the HTF will not officially be present at the STCA Rotating Specialty in June, we will be taking orders for vWD and CMO tests at the discounted rates during this period.  Contact Helen Prince for more information and to place your orders.

The HTF will be selling raffle tickets for a beautiful queen sized Scottie quilt generously donated by Kim Magnuson and Charlie Gann.  The quilt will be on display at the Rotating, and Charlie Gann will be selling tickets for the HTF.  Be sure to take a look!  Winning ticket will be drawn in October at the STCA Annual Dinner.  Many thanks to Kim and Charlie!

Reminder...Scottie Samples Still Needed for Atypical Cushings Study.

Thank you to all the Scottie owners who have already sent Dr. Zimmerman blood samples for his study of atypical Cushings!  We still need more samples to complete the last phase of the DNA analysis to reach Dr. Zimmerman's goal of 100 Scotties with normal ALP and 100 with increased values.

Please read the requirements at the link below and make an appointment with your veterinarian to collect and ship your Scottie's sample.  Almost every one of us has one or two Scotties between the ages of 4 years and under 11 years!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

All information, instructions and contact details are at www.stca.biz.  Just follow the link at the right side of the home page.  If you have any questions, please contact Mindy Quigley, Clinical Trials Coordinator: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

To read more about the study and see a chart showing the progress of the sample collection, go to this website:

http://www.vetmed.vt.edu/clinical-trials/current-studies/scottish-terriers-hac.asp

Marcia Dawson DVM, Chairman STCA HTF

Scottie Health Tips .. a bout of diarrhea

If you’re a scottie owner, you’ve doubtless seen your pet experience a bout of diarrhea, which is technically defined as bowel movements that happen more frequently than normal and tend to be loose and watery. When this happens, how do you know if the cause is something to worry about? And should you treat this at home or rush to the vet? The right answer depends on a few factors – the characteristics of the stool, how often a bowel movement occurs,  if there are other symptoms, and how long it’s been going on without any improvement.

An irritation of the intestinal lining is the most likely cause of diarrhea, making food transit quickly through the tract – instead of the normal 8 hours passage time through the small intestine. Any sudden diet change – even different water – can cause this, as can a food allergy that can develop at any age. Eating the “wrong thing” – dead grubs, grass, birds, spoiled food, etc. – can also be a trigger. More serious problems come from ingestion of cleaning products, paint or caulk, or other chemicals. Diarrhea also results from some intestinal parasites, viruses and other pathogens; this is called infectious enteritis.

Remember that diarrhea is a symptom, not a disease, so the key is to identify the cause. If the condition is acute – began recently with only one or two episodes – and the dog is otherwise healthy, try treating at home by withholding food for 12 to 24 hours, but give a small amount of water or ice cubes every hour or two. You can also use home remedies to treat the diarrhea. For an average-sized Scottie, give 2 to 3 teaspoons of Kaopectate every 4 to 6 hours or, if you have access to lomotil, an anti-spasmodic drug, give 1 tablet three times a day. If the diarrhea stops, feed a mixture of boiled hamburger (rinse with hot water to remove fat) and cooked rice in frequent, small meals for about three days; you can also add some boiled eggs or a bit of cottage cheese if these are tolerated.

 If your dog has diarrhea for more than 24 hours, if it contains more than a small spot of blood, or if he’s also vomiting, has a fever, or is drooling or shaking, skip the home remedies and take him to the vet. It’s helpful for a diagnosis to track the frequency of the diarrhea, and also note characteristics of the stool – is it very watery, or foamy? Does it contain excess mucus, a shiny or jelly-like material? Is the odor especially foul or just the usual stool odor? Scotties are tough and most cases are easily resolved, but always turn to your vet for help if the condition doesn’t improve rapidly or gets worse. 

 D.G. Carlson, DVM and J.M. Giffin, MD: Dog Owner’s Home Veterinary Handbook

What to Do When Your Dog Gets Diarrhea http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2012/03/26/dealing-with-dog-diarrhea.aspx 

Diarrhea in Dogs http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2090&aid=3553 ­­­

STCA Rotating - Hosted by the WSSTC - June 4 - 7 - Tacoma, WA - "Seattle's Best." Check out the info packet now at www.stca.biz.

All the information you need to plan your trip to the beautiful northwest may be found at  www.stca.biz.  Simply follow the quick link to Information Packet, Trophy Donations and Advertising Information. Print the info packet and send reservations to appropriate volunteer.

Host Hotel: LaQuinta Inn & Suites, Tacoma. Reserve your room by 5/13/15.

Thurs., June 4 - STCA Hospitality, WSSTC Seminar: What's Bugging You and Your Scottie? LaQuinta Inn & Suites.

Friday, June 5 - WSSTC Specialty Show, including Jr. Showmanship. Classes: Clay Coady. Sweepstakes: Whitney Shafer. Stepping Out - Celebrate the Top 20!  Grooming Workshop facilitated by Barbara Casey, Kathy Ferris & Merle Taylor.

Sat., June 6  - STCA Rotating Specialty in conjunction with Puyallup Dog Fanciers All Breed Show. Classes: Mariano Hernan Gatica Gomez. Sweepstakes: Ron McConnell. Check Premium List for Junior Showmanship, AKC Rally & Obedience details.  WSSTC Silent Auction, Cash Bar, Buffet Dinner at La Quinta Inn & Suites.

Sun., June 7 - Tacoma Kennel Club. Supported Entry. Classes: Carolyn Taylor. WSSTC Barn Hunt (runs all day!). 

Important deadlines: Advertising & Trophy Donations: 4/22. HOST HOTEL RESERVATIONS BY 5/13. Reservation/registration for hospitality/seminar, grooming workshop, Buffet Dinner: 5/20.

Check premium list for all entry fees.

BaRay Events Services - Show Superintendent  http://www.barayevents.com

ENTRIES CLOSE 12 NOON PDT: 5/20.

(Note: All Terrier Club of Western Washington show will not offer Scottish Terrier classes on Fri., June 5.)

Regional Club Volunteers and their specialty shows.

Regional clubs are fortunate to have members with diverse  interests in and out of the ring. Volunteers make it happen behind the scenes. Luncheon and banquet coordinators.  Show and trophy commmitees. Just look at the talented artists' creations that grace the various boutique tables across the country!  All share the same passion ... the Scottish Terrier. 

Come out to the specialties - you will have a great time!

Thank you to every member of a regional club who participates in the planning, staging and "day of" activities of an annual specialty show.  Every club puts its heart and soul into making their weekend events creative and fun for the exhibitors, attendees, judges AND the Scotties!

Thank you Heart of America and Greater Dayton clubs for sharing snapshots of this year's specialty shows.

Send a specialty show picture to Lori Kelly and we'll include one from each regional club in WrapUp.

STCA is proud of its regionals!

Show Chairmen: PLEASE report your specialty show results at the STCA website. Be sure to also send a marked specialty show catalog and premium list to STCA Club Historian Janet Tomlinson (mailing address in STCA roster).

TCC - It's a challenge! Regional clubs are stepping up....here's what's happening at STCGNY.

Join the STCGNY in meeting the challenge to raise funds for TCC Research. Help is needed - YOUR help is needed - to assist in Purdue University's study of Bladder Cancer in our breed.

Bill Berry (Motherwell Scottish Terriers) is spearheading a fundraising effort for the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater New York. Bill has offered a pledge of matching funds in the amount of $5,000 to launch STCGNY's program.

Other regional clubs are working on this effort as well! All funds raised by the member clubs will receive the redoubling from the Evan and Sue Werling for Brandi's Cancer Challenge Fund up to a total contribution on their part of $100,000.  If this challenge is met, the Fund has promised to grow the challenge up to $900,000!

Please contact Bill (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) directly with questions or donation information. All donations are tax deductible.

We can do this!

STCNE Announces Agility Trials - April 18 and April 19, 2015 - Paws 'N Effect, Hamden, CT

Agility Trials - Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19. 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Contact Lisa Gomes - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Paws 'N Effect, 36 Corporate Ridge Road, Hamden, CT  06514

Check out the STCNE's new website: www.stcne.org

STCA Breeder Referral - from Barbara Zink

Greetings to all!  Sure is nice to have Spring on its way to the Midwest!  Many thanks to all who have been sending people who want Scotties my way.  As well as many thanks to all who have let me know they have pups/older dogs to place!

A little review of what I do:

• Review communications from buyers who want pups, and refer them on to breeders.
• Answer all emails, phone calls, texts that come to me asking for pups, or answer questions from our breeders about this service.
• Contact breeders through various channels, to locate pups and help in placement by referring the public to you using email or phone number

What I do not do:

• The person in this job does not qualify anyone who calls looking for a Scottie.
• We do not quote prices for the sale of your dogs, that is your decision.
• When information is given to the contact folds, they are told that the breeders may have puppies, not they DO have pups.

What Breeder Referral needs from you:

• There have been several calls back to me from folks looking for pups, indicating that they are not getting responses back from who they contacted.  Please drop these folks a line, or answer their phone call, if only to tell them your pups are all placed.  It only takes a minute, and will help these folks continue on in their search.
• If you have changed your email, and are on the breeders' list, please let me know to update on the website.

2015 REGIONAL CLUB SPECIALTIES

STCA REGIONAL CLUB 2015 SPECIALTIES ARE SPRINGING UP!

STC OF GREATER ATLANTA - Sun., April 12, 2015 - Jim Miller Park - Good luck to all exhibitors this weekend!

STC OF GREATER BALTIMORE AREA, INC. - Fri., April 17 - Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, MD. Designated specialty with Columbia Terrier Association of Maryland. Regular Classes: Bill R.W. Edwards. Sweepstakes: Helen Krisko. Entries closed: April 1. MB-F Inc., Superintendent.

STC of Greater New York - Sat., May 2 - Tinicum Park, Erwinna, PA. Held in conjunction with Bucks County KC, Inc. Regular Classes: Pamela Wilson. NEW Puppy/Veteran Sweepstakes: John McNabney. Entries close: April 15. MB-F Inc., Superintendent.

Greater Pittsburgh STC - Sat., May 23. New Castle KC, New Castle, PA. Regular Classes: Mrs. Patricia Ann Keenan. Sweepstakes: Tracy Wooster. Entries close: May 6.

SHOW CHAIRS - Please submit your specialty results to www.stca.biz through the Events Calendar link on the left hand side of the page. Questions? Please contact Lori kelly.

STCGL Announces Specialty Weekend Plans! New venue!

2015 Specialty Show: August 22,

The STCGL Specialty will be August 22nd at the Shelby County Fairgrounds -- Floral Hall, Shelbyville, KY.  This is a new venue for us, and we are excited about having more room. There should be plenty of RV hookups.

Host Hotel: The Best Western, Shelbyville, Lodge, 115 Isaac Shelby Dr., Shelbyville, KY 44065. Tel: 502-633-4400.  We have 20 rooms held (two queen beds/lower floor back) for 72.99/room. NO PET FEE.  Just tell them you are with the STC of Greater Louisville.  Rate good until 30 days before the show (7/22).  Make your reservations early!  This hotel is just down the road from the fairgrounds with several fast food restaurants nearby.

Our Hospitality will be at the show site  - Fri., August 21 to coincide with a grooming/handling mini seminar, offered by Al Jennings (Ravenscraig Scottish Terriers).  This year's judges:   Elaine Whitney (CN) for Regular Classes.  Susan Finn (NJ - Destiny Scottish Terriers) for Sweepstakes. 

We are happily moving our banquet back to Claudia Sanders restaurant, which we all loved in the past years.  Our complimentary luncheon -- always a hit -- will continue as in the past and will be served at the show site at no cost. However, we do need to know how many are eating.  There will be a form in the Premium List for you to fill out and send back in.  You do not have to have a dog entered to enjoy our delicious lunch followed by a Rescue Parade.

Please join us this year at our NEW SITE.  There is also a 4-day cluster Thursday - Sunday in Owensboro, KY (1-1/1 hours from our site). 

We will offer NOHS at this show, however you must enter in a Regular Class in order to be in NOHS.  No additional fee for NOHS.

Entries close Noon,  Wed., August 5, 2014, Central Time

Follow this link for more information: 

http://stcgl.tripod.com/specialty.html

Foy Trent Show Superintendent

Publicize your Regional Club Events 

Publicity for Regional Club activities:

Did you know that the AKC also serves as another resource to the parent and regional clubs? Visit the AKC website for PR and social media tips to promote your club's next conformation or performance event. Good stuff! Here's a helpful link to a standardized press release template created by the AKC that you may tailor to your club's own event: http://www.akc.org/clubs/sample_press_release_templates.cfm

 National Pure Bred Dog Day makes its debut on May 1 in Colorado! 

CHECK IT OUT!

NEWS from the STCA Legislation Team:

http://dogknobit.com/2015/03/16/national-purebred-dog-days-toolbox/#comment-496055

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

Attention all Regional Clubs:

The STCA is pleased to continue its tradition of FREE advertising in The Bagpiper for regional club specialty show ads! Each regional club is offered a 1/2 page, B&W ad - NO CHARGE -  to promote each club's 2015 specialty show.

The following clubs should consider advertising in issue #2 2015. Deadline: 4/15/15: Greater Denver, Greater Louisville, Michigan, Western Virginia, Greater Washington DC, San Francisco Bay, Northern Ohio.

DEADLINE : April 15, 2015.  Deadline absolute. Send camera-ready art and ad layout  to Barbara Gibson.  Note: if AKC approvals are pending, simply advertise, "Save the Date!"

STCA'S PAWS FOR JUNIORS - 2015

PAWS FOR JUNIORS is a network of STCA members who raise money for Grants and Scholarships to benefit young members of our club who show their Scotties in Juniors, Breed and Performance events.  We keep our Junior clinics around the country on the PAWS Facebook page.  This year's fundraising event will be a raffle for a $350 airline (of your choice) voucher and a Giuseppe Armani figurine (valued at $199).  

As of February 2015 the grant and scholarship applications found on the STCA website have been updated.  We are currently working on updating the information contained on the PAWS section of the STCA website.  We are expected to have applications coming in as two of our young members have aged out of Juniors and will be going to college.

  Sueannette Maniscalco

 SPECIAL NOTE TO ALL REGIONAL CLUBS:

Corresponding Secretaries or Delegates regarding Contact Info and Newsletters:

PLEASE update your regional club's contact information on the STCA website when your annual club elections and committee appointments take place.  It's easy! Use the "Feedback" tab at www.stca.biz and follow prompts to update your club's contact information. If you need assistance, please contact Lori Kelly.

PLEASE share your club's newsletter with your fellow regional club delegates. Content may inspire other clubs and provide helpful resources.

it's a wrap.....see you at Rotating in June!

Lori Kelly, STCA Vice 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: May 4, 2015.

*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.

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club news to ALL club members.

February 13, 2015    

WrapUp highlights 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.

 Regional Clubs Delegates and members: Please share this newsletter with your regional club members who may not be members of the STCA and also with your regional club members who do not receive electronic communication from the STCA. 

Members - get involved this year - volunteer!

Please use this link to: Petition for Service as an Officer or Director, Nominating Commitee Application AND the multi-part forms:  STCA volunteers,  nominate Specialty Judges,  Annual Awards Nomination and Sterling Service Medallion Award. 

IF you miss any first class mail correspondence, please contact Corresponding Secretary Pam Williams.

STCA Calendar Contest:

A big THANK YOU to everyone who entered our first ever STCA Calendar contest.  We are currently sorting through hundreds of photos, and plan to announce the winners in late spring.

STCA Agility Updates from Barbara Gibson:

Save the date for the 2015 Montgomery All-Terrier Agility Cluster!  This year the event will run from September 28th - October 1st at In The Net (Palmyra, PA).  The STCA is sponsoring Wed., Sept. 30th so be sure to stop by that day and show your support.  Pending approval, there will also be two terrier obedience and rally trials on Tues., Sept. 29th at the same location.

ALSO - we send lots of good luck  to STCA member Lisa Gomes and Lexy at the Westminster's 2nd Annual Masters Agility Championship (Feb. 14th).  Lisa and Lexy are the first Scottie team to compete in agility at Westminster, and the only Scottie team competing this year.

AKC Meet the Breeds 

Sat., Feb. 14

AND WESTMINSTER KENNEL CLUB 2nd Annual Masters Agility Championship

(Check out STCA member Lisa Gomes and Lexy compete!)

THANK YOU STCGNY VOLUNTEERS!

Thank you to volunteers of the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater New York, this year's host of the breed booth at the AKC Meet the Breeds event on Feb. 14, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Pier 92, 711 12th Ave., New York

Arrooooo!!!

Regional Clubs Advertise their Annual Specialty Shows!

Regional Clubs - the tradition continues! The STCA offers free 1/2 page, B&W advertising in The Bapgiper for Regional Club Specialty Shows.

The following regional clubs are encouraged to advertise their upcoming specialty show in Issue #1 2015. Deadline is 4/15/15.

Don't miss this opportunity to advertise a "save the date" if your club's applications to the AKC are pending approvals.

Clubs for Issue #2: Scottish Terrier Clubs of Greater Denver, Greater Louisville, Michigan, Western Virginia, Greater Washington DC, San Francisco Bay and Northern Ohio.

HASTC

SPECIALTY SHOW!

Heart of America Scottish Terrier Club Specialty Show Feb. 27, 2015

Special Events!

Specialty dedicated to the memory of Miriam "Buffy" Stamm

Show Site: Purina Farms, 300 Checkerboard Loop, Grey Summit, MO

Thurs., Feb. 26 - Hospitality, sponsored by members & friends of the HASTC.

Fri., Feb. 27 - Specialty - Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes: Marcia Dawson DVM, Classes: Richard Powell. St. Louis Scottish Terrier Rescue Parade, HASTC Meet the Breed Booth, HASTC Banquet

Superintendent: Foy Trent Dog Shows

Entries closed: 2/11/15

STCA & WSSTC invite you to this year's National Rotating Specialty Weekend, filled with activities for all in the beautiful northwest!  June 4-7, 2015.

Thursday, June 4 -  STCA Board Meeting, STCA Welcome/Hospitality/Cash Bar & WSSTC Seminar: What's Bugging You and Your Scottie?

Friday , June 5 - WSSTC Specialty. Sweepstakes Judge: Whitney Shafer. Regular & Non-Regular Classes: Clay Coady. Obedience & Rally. STCA Grooming Workshop and WSSTC Steppin' Out - A celebration of the Top 20 Scottish Terriers.

Saturday, June 6 - STCA Rotating, in conjunction with Puyallup Valley Dog Fanciers all breed show. Sweepstakes Judge: Ron McConnell. Regular & Non Regular Classes: Mariano Hernan Gatica Gomez. WSSTC Silent Auction/Cash Bar/STCA Buffet Dinner.

Sunday,  June 7 - Tacoma Kennel Club - Supported Entry. Breed Judge: Carolyn  Taylor. WSSTC Barn Hunt - runs all day - check Premium List.

Host Hotel: LaQuinta Inn & Suites-Tacoma, 1425 E. 27th St., Tacoma, WA 98421. Make your reservations directly. Call 253-383-0146, ext. 6 before 5/13/15. Details will be at www.stca.biz and in the STCA Information Packet.

Show Site: West Washington Fairgrounds, Puyallup. Premium Lists, fairgrounds parking/venue information for the weekend will be available at: www.barayevents.com/

Full calendar of STCA/WSSTC events, premium lists, advertising & trophy donation info, event reservations forms, etc. will be available shortly at www.stca.biz

Thank you to the WSSTC for hosting this year's Rotating. Local Regional Club Show Chair: Jackie Blumenstetter (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

Note: Scottish Terrier classes are not be offered at the All Terrier Club of Washington show on Fri., June 5.

Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Dayton Specialty Show - 38th Specialty Show - March 28, 2015. "Harry Pawter" - Dayton Dog Training Center.

Host Hotel: Doubletree Suites by Hilton Dayton, 300 Prestige Place, Miamisburg, OH  45342-5300. Tel: 937-436-2400.

Raffle: Red, White and Tru, by Marion Krupp. Valued at $265. Tickets $2 each or 6 for $10. Winner to be announced at the Banquet on Saturday night.

Deadline for Banquet reservations: March 14.

Premium List:  http://www.stcgd.com/pdfs/Premium2015.pdf

An AKC National Owner-Handler Event!

The Scottish Terrier Club of

Greater Atlanta 38th

Specialty Show!

Sunday, April 12

SPRING into action: STCGA 38th Annual Specialty - April 12, 2015

The Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Atlanta invites you to join us for the 38th Annual Specialty - Sunday, April 12, 2015

Spring into Action - STCGA Regional Club Specialty Show: Sunday, April 12 -- Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callowhill Road, SW, Marietta, GA 30008. Closing: 3/25/15.

Judges: Margaret "Peggy" Browne/Sweeps.  Michael Koss/Specialty.

Check out the new shoppe for show products and accessories: http://www.zazzle.com/shoppe4scotties

There will be a dinner, served from the menu, in the private dining room of a local restaurant on Saturday evening.

Show Chair & Event Secretary: Rhea Spence - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Assistant Show Chairs: Gail Feske (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) and Glenda Tucker (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).

Indoor venue - all under one roof, plenty of grooming space. RV hookup on premises/lakeside RV Parking. Fine us on Facebook and on the web for show details and  Online: www.stcgatlanta.com/

 Scottish Terrier Club of California

82nd Specialty Show

Friday, June 19, 2015

Queen Mary Events Park, Long Beach, CA

Three days of shows held on the same site!

Show is dedicated in Memory of Joyce Gast.

STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER

Specialty - Friday, June 19. Regular Class Judge: Jon Cole. Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes: Marianne Melucci

Supported Entries -  Great Western Terrier (GWTCA) - Saturday, June 20 - GWTA Supported Entry Judge: Judy Webb. GWTA Supported Entry Sweepstakes Judge: Jeanice Barton.  Sun., June 21 - GWTA Supported Entry Judge: James Reynolds.  GWTA Supported Entry Sweepstakes Judge: Eve Steele.

Entries Close: 12 Noon - June 3, 2015. Jack Bradshaw Dog Show Superintendent. Tel: 323-727-0136 or  https://www.jbradshaw.com

Host Hotel: The Queen Mary Hotel - 562-435-3511 or 877-342-0742. Book under "Great Western Terrier" for reduced room rate.

Trophy Fund Donation Deadline: 4/25. Contact: Jacki Forkel

Catalog Advertising Deadline: 4/27. Contact: Paul LaFontaine

Bagpiper Discounted Subscriptions - for NEW Subscribers and prospective members.

Coupons are available for MEMBERS to give to new puppy buyers, as gifts to prospective members, and to promote the breed and your club!  Valid in the USA only.  Offer limited to 1st time subscribers only, plus postage. Offer expires 12/31/15. Please contact Marcia Harbison or Pam Williams (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) for your coupon(s) with this special offer. 

Subscribe on-line today

The Bagpiper is published quarterly and provides STCA members and subscribers news, articles and lovely photos highlighting the versatility of the Scottish Terrier!

Thank you for your support of the STCA Regional Clubs from coast to coast!

Be sure to thank the volunteers who organize your regional clubs' activities across the country!  For more information and news about STCA Regional Clubs, please visit the STCA Regional Club Listing link on the STCA website.

 REGIONAL CLUB Corresponding Secretaries:

PLEASE update your regional club's contact information on the STCA website as your annual club elections and committee appointments take place.  It's easy! Use the "Feedback" tab at the top of the STCA website (www.stca.biz) and follow prompts to update your club's contact information. If you need assistance, please contact Lori Kelly.

 REGIONAL CLUB Show Chairs:

PLEASE report your specialty show results to the STCA website. Please follow link on STCA website. Be sure to send a marked specialty show catalog and premium list to STCA Club Historian Janet Tomlinson (mailing address in roster).

it's a wrap.....

Lori Kelly, STCA Vice 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: on or before 3/23/2015.

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

The Scottish Terrier Club of America

National WrapUp

The STCA's electronic newsletter brings National AND

Regional Club News to ALL club members.

January 10, 2015 - HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2015 Dues Renewals are now past due.

For those of you who have not renewed, now is the time to

RENEW ONLINE BY CREDIT CARD/PAYPAL:

http://www.stca.biz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1828&Itemid=435

 According to the By-Laws, grace period for late renewals ends 1/31/15. Don't let your membership lapse! If you have difficulty using the online renewal form, please contact STCA TREASURER RHEA SPENCE.

Message from the STCA President

Happy New Year!

We wish to celebrate and thank all of our STCA volunteers who work diligently for a better world in all aspects regarding our beloved breed and club.  Without volunteers, we would miss so much in the Scottie world that is enjoyed by all.

The dues forms sent to your home in November also contain pages asking members to participate in several areas.  Please submit these by the due dates so that your input helps the Board to make better decisions on the part of members.  If you do not still have these forms, they can be found at the STCA website at this link: 

http://www.stca.biz/images/stories/BOD_Forms/DUESPACKETupdated2014.pdf

Some members have participated on Facebook and blogs in questioning a lost dog on the east coast.  We wish to assure our members that the STCA is fully investigating this and taking it very seriously.  We thank you for your patience.

Charla Hill

 REMINDER! 2015 Bagpiper Issue #1 is the Stud Dog Issue - Start off the New Year with an ad in The Bagpiper!

While the 2014 Issue #4 of The Bagpiper will be arriving in your mailbox soon, it is not too early to start thinking about your ad for the 2015 Bagpiper Issue #1.

Stud dog and Bagpiper business card ads are due by January 30th!

STUD DOG ADS: $40 with picture and a 3 generation pedigree.  Please include your stud dog's date of birth.  The narrative is strictly limited to 75 words or less.

SEND ALL STUD DOG ADS TO BAGPIPER ADVERTISING MANAGER ALLENE AULD

BUSINESS CARD ADS: Business Card ads are a deal at $100 for all four issues!  Please send your information for Business Cards to Pam Williams.  Additional details regarding business card ads can be viewed on the STCA website or you can contact Pam Williams.

SEND ALL BUSINESS CARD ADS TO PAM WILLIAMS.

Bagpiper NEW subscribers:

Are you still looking for the perfect gift for that Scottie lover on your holiday gift list?  Consider giving a subscription to The Bagpiper!  Through Dec. 31, 2015, a one year subscription to the STCA's premier magazine is just $20 for new subscribers.  More details and how to take advantage of this great offer can be found on the STCA website or click on this link:

Subscribe on-line today

CALLING ALL SCOTTIE OWNERS!

Scottie Samples Needed for Atypical Cushings Study.

Great news!  We are closer than ever to finally getting some answers to the mystery of elevated liver enzymes in Scotties.

Dr. Kurt Zimmerman is almost at the finish line in his epic, 9-year study of atypical Cushings in our breed!  He has identified 3 genes that are expressed in a uniquely different manner in our Scotties.  What he now needs to complete the last phase of the DNA analysis are blood samples from at least 100 Scotties with normal ALP and 100 with increased values.  Please read the requirements at the link below and ask your veterinarian to collect and ship your Scottie's sample to Dr. Zimmerman.

If you are already making plans for a routine visit to your vet, or perhaps scheduling a dental cleaning soon, this would be a perfect time to ask your vet to draw some blood for this important study.

Who is Eligible:

• Scottish Terriers (unregistered okay), intact or spayed/neutered
• Between the ages of 4 and 10 years
• Not receiving oral or topical glucocorticoids or anti-seizure medications within the past 3 months (e.g., prednisone, phenobarbital)

All forms and information and contacts are available right now on the STCA website. Click on the link at the right side of the home page: www.stca.biz.

Scottie Health Tips

New Year - New Column

Have you ever wondered when you should call the vet for a suspicious lump?  Or how long you should wait with a vomiting Scottie, or one with diarrhea, or a cough?  Do you have a Scottie that scratches constantly?  Have you ever puzzled over dog food choices and the confusing language of dog food labels?  Have you been struggling to house break that adorable new puppy or to get him to quit nipping at your feet?  Do you know enough about puppy-proofing your home to protect both your house and new 4-legged family member?  Do you wonder about the best time to spay and neuter your Scottie?  Is there a way to stop the barking in your Scottie pack and keep the peace in the neighborhood?  Would you like to have a list for a handy First Aid kit?  Are you at your wits end with your Scottie who eats everything, including (yuk!) poop?  Are you confused by all the choices for heartworm, flea, and tick products?  Do you worry about your aging pet and want to know how best to care for the geriatric Scottie in your life? 

These and many other topics will now be a part of the newest column in the STCA's WrapUp Newsletter.  In each issue, we will feature one of a variety of health and management topics that we all face with our Scotties.  Members of the STCA's Health Trust and other invited guest authors will share these short pearls of Scottie health wisdom for all to enjoy.  We hope you will find the information useful!  Happy New Year to all!

Marcia Dawson DVM, Chairman STCA HTF

 STCA Calendar Contest for club Members!

Deadline 1/30/15.......

Best photo wins the cover. Runners up will receive their own month. 

Deadline 1/30/15. Photos must be of dogs only, candids welcome.  Submissions may be professional images if accompanied with written permission by photographer for use as a resale in the calendar. 

Submit photos electronically (JPG, TIF, PNG) to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Opportunities to participate in the life of the Club!

VOLUNTEER TODAY!  There are many different opportunities to participate in the life of the STCA. Applications to serve on the STCA 2015 Nominating Committee and/or Application for Service as Officer or Director of the STCA are available online: http://www.stca.biz/images/stories/BOD_Forms/DUESPACKETupdated2014.pdf
Print out the forms, complete and mail today! Applications for Service are due by March 18, 2015.

STCA AWARDS - Do you know a member who has made a contribution of time and talent to the STCA? Would you like to recommend this individual for the STCA Good Sportsmanship or Sterling Silver Service Medallion? Send in your recommendations by April 1, 2015 using the forms at http://www.stca.biz/images/stories/BOD_Forms/DUESPACKETupdated2014.pdf

AKC Meet the Breeds Events -- STC clubs of Greater New York and Tampa Bay shine!

STCGNY members will host the Scottish Terrier breed booth at the AKC Meet the Breeds event on Sat., Feb. 14 at Pier 92 in NYC! Stop by as part of your Westminster KC week in NYC.

Click on link to AKC Press Center for Meet the Breeds at www.akc.org/press_center/index.cfm

and

Special thanks again to the members, Scotties and friends of the STC of Tampa Bay who set up and hosted the breed booth during Eukanuba in Orlando, FL.  Thank you for serving as great ambassadors of the breed.

Please send any pictures to Lori Kelly.

STCA Rescue Trust...note from Erica Cerny

The STCA Rescue Trust welcomes Jeffrey Waite as its newest Trustee.  He assumes the role of Secretary from Norma Mitchell, who finished out the late Karen Hansen's term.  We thank Norma for her years of excellent service and friendship to the RTF.

We are currently tallying donations members made with their yearly dues renewals, as we get them from the STCA Treasurer we will send out Thank You's.  We are also surveying our Rescue Network to get our yearly combined rescue total.

We had 5 requests for financial assistance from the RTF in Q42014, details will be in the upcoming Bagpiper.

2015 REGIONAL CLUB SPECIALTIES

STCA REGIONAL CLUB 2015 SPECIALTIES ARE LINING UP...

HEART OF AMERICA STC - Fri., Feb. 27 - Purina Farms, Gray Summit, MO.  Regular Classes: Richard William Powell. Sweepstakes: Marcia Dawson DVM. Closing: Feb. 11. Foy Trent Dog Shows, Superintendent.

STC OF GREATER DAYTON - Sat., March 28 - Dayton Dog Training Bldg., Moraine, OH. Regular Classes: William deVilleneuve. Sweepstakes: Christine Cook-Gerety. AKC Nat'l Owner-Handled Series. Closing: March 11. Event Secretary: Sue Stacy (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.).  Visit www.stcgd.com/specialty.html for complete show, lodging and banquet info. Check out the info below!

STC OF GREATER ATLANTA - Sun., April 12, 2015 - Jim Miller Park (see below).

STC OF GREATER BALTIMORE AREA, INC. - Fri., April 17 - Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, MD. Designated specialty with Columbia Terrier Association of Maryland. Regular Classes: Bill R.W. Edwards. Sweepstakes: Helen Krisko. Closing: April 1. MB-F Inc., Superintendent.

STC of Greater New York - Sat., May 2 - Tinicum Park, Erwinna, PA. Held in conjunction with Bucks County KC, Inc. Regular Classes: Pamela Wilson. Puppy Sweepstakes: Fred Askin, MD. Closing: April 15. MB-F Inc., Superintendent.

The Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Atlanta 38th Annual Scottish Terrier Specialty - "Spring" into Action

SUNDAY, APRIL 12, 2015

Jim Miller Park, 2245 Callaway Road SW, Marietta, GA  30008

Lakeside RV Parking

There will be a dinner, served from the menu, in a private dining room at a local restaurant on Saturday evening, April 11.

Specialty Judge: Michael Koss. Sweeps Judge: Margaret "Peggy" Browne

Show Chair/Event: Secretary Rhea Spence (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

Assistant Show Chairs: Gail Feske (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) and Glenda Tucker (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

Closing Date: March 25, 2015

Find us on Facebook

On the Web and Online Entry at www.stcgatlanta.com

STCA ROTATING - SAVE THE DATES: JUNE 4-7, 2015

 MORE INFORMATION WILL BE AVAILABLE SHORTLY AT www.stca.biz

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

Attention all Regional Clubs:

The STCA is pleased to continue its tradition of FREE advertising in The Bagpiper for regional club specialty show ads! Each regional club is offered a 1/2 page, B&W ad - NO CHARGE -  to promote each club's 2015 specialty show.

The following clubs should consider advertising in issue #1 2015. Deadline: 1/30/15:

STC of Greater New York, STC of Greater Pittsburgh, STC of New England, Washington State STC, STC of Chicago, STC of California, Greater Dallas STC, STC Greater Houston.

DEADLINE : Jan. 30,  2015.  Deadline absolute. Send camera-ready art and ad layout  to Barbara Gibson.  Note: if AKC approvals are pending, simply advertise, "Save the Date!"

STCA'S PAWS FOR JUNIORS - 2015

PAWS for Juniors encourage and mentor the Junior members of the STCA.  The network is composed of adults who help young people improve their handling skills in juniors, breed and performance events.  PAWS provides scholarships and grants to those young people in our Club.  The Facebook page lists Junior Clinics around the country that will help Juniors improve their ability to handle their Scottie.  The 2015 raffle is still in the works, but details will be in the next Bagpiper.

Sueannette Maniscalco

Thank you for your support of the STCA Regional Clubs from coast to coast!

Be sure to thank the volunteers who organize your regional clubs' activities across the country.  For more information and links to STCA Regional Clubs' websites, please visit the STCA Regional Club Listing link at www.stca.biz. 

 SPECIAL NOTES TO ALL REGIONAL CLUBS:

Corresponding Secretaries or Delegates:

PLEASE update your regional club's contact information on the STCA website when your annual club elections and committee appointments take place.  It's easy! Use the "Feedback" tab at www.stca.biz and follow prompts to update your club's contact information. If you need assistance, please contact Lori Kelly.

Show Chairs:

PLEASE report your specialty show results at the STCA website. Be sure to send a marked specialty show catalog and premium list to STCA Club Historian Janet Tomlinson (mailing address in roster).

Delegates to the STCA:

PLEASE share your club's newsletter with your fellow regional club delegates. Content may inspire other clubs and provide helpful resources. 

Publicity for Regional Club activities:

Did you know that the AKC also serves as another resource to the parent and regional clubs? Visit the AKC website for PR and social media tips to promote your club's next conformation or performance event. Good stuff! Here's a helpful link to a standardized press release template created by the AKC that you may tailor to your club's own event: http://www.akc.org/clubs/sample_press_release_templates.cfm

For now -- Happy New Year to all --

it's a wrap.....

Lori Kelly, STCA Vice 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: 2/1/15.

*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.