Thinking of Agility?
November 1, 2008 by AKC Gazette Breed Columnist • Categories: Breed Columns
This month I have asked Sassy Joiris to write about agility. Sassie trains animal actors for television and film and teaches agility as well. Her Norfolk Terrier, CH MACH Stamp RN JE, is the first CH/MACH in his breed. Sassie teaches private students, classes, and seminars. She can be reached at joiris@ix.netcom.com.
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Lessons from Leona: Estate Planning
August 1, 2008 by AKC Gazette Breed Columnist • Categories: Breed Columns
When Leona Helmsley passed away last year she left a $12 million trust for her Maltese, Trouble. And that’s when the trouble really began, because as soon as word got out, Trouble began receiving death and dognapping threats. To make matters worse, Leona had bequeathed Trouble to her brother—who didn’t really want Trouble and especially didn’t want the mayhem. While most owners won’t be leaving that kind of money for their cherished companions it’s still important to consider their welfare in the event of death.
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Division At Last
May 1, 2008 by AKC Gazette Breed Columnist • Categories: Breed Columns, History
The ballots were counted on November 26th and the yea’s had it at last. After no less than five previous votes over the years the Norwich and Norfolk Terrier Club has finally decided to divide into two separate breed clubs—a landmark event. Of the 436 members who cast ballots, 298 ( 68.3 %) voted to divide, while 138 voted “no.” According to the NNTC Constitution, a two-thirds majority of those voting was needed for passage (66.7%).
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