winter 2012

Volume 1

Issue 3

A Publication of the Motor

City Soft Coated Wheaten

Terrier Club

Editor: Nicole F. Chekaway

Associate Wheaten Editor:

Abby Chekaway

Photo courtesy of:

Frank & Carol Shaltz and

Niamh

O n a crisp autumn

Saturday, November 10, 2012

at the Agility Angels Trial,

Toledo, Ohio.

The boys and

their dogs

qualified

and placed

in both Full

House &

Advanced

Standard!

Sponsored by

Terry McLeary

Congratulations

goes out to: Maddox

& Dee Dee, Rob &

Kramer and Jack &

Kramer!

W hat a year it has

been for yours truly!

I can’t believe I am the editor of

Tale Waggers – this adventure has

been a great journey! Thanks to all

of you who contributed. With your

support, this magazine is a success!

I am finally getting the “paw” out

of typing on the computer without

my huge paws colliding into one

another. Thank goodness I am not

making too many typos – if I do,

Nicole is right there correcting my

errors.

Snow is in the air as I get ready to

bury my cute little fury face in the

mounds of snow inside my “den.”

I hope we will get a lot of snow

days this year compared to last year

when it was so warm that my paws

didn’t have to freeze while I did my

“thing.”

I love this season when I can

snuggle with my Mom and

Nicole by the fire as we watch

the great classic TV shows/

movies which are on the tube.

I get a little excited when it is

time for Santa to make his grand

entrance. Christmas has a

special spot in my heart because

it is when I arrived seven years

ago into my loving family home.

Thanks, Santa Carol Shaltz, for

bringing me this “Wooferful Life!”

I would like to request of you all

to continue contributing to our

magazine with fun tidbits, articles,

pictures, etc. Please send your

request to me. You can email me

at chekspointe@aol.com. Please

kindly remember that some editing

may be required for space reasons.

The deadline for the next issue

is March 1, 2013.

If you have any questions,

comments or just want to chew

the bone, please email me. I look

forward hearing from you.

Finally, from our Tale Waggers

doghouse to yours, we wish you all

a season filled of happiness and

good health. And, a very happy

2013! Arf, Arf!!!

From the Editor’s Doghouse

A s I sit at my desk, listening to the wind howling outside, I know that I’m going to miss

those Dog Days of Summer (but maybe not the really hot ones)! On the bright side, my Wheatens prefer the cooler weather and love playing in the snow. They run around, chasing each other and leaping through the snow. Before you know it, they are “snow dogs”. But they don’t enjoy afterwards so much…sitting in their cages while they “thaw out”. Then, of course, there’s the combing, brushing and blow drying to turn them back into our beautiful Wheaties! I’m sure you other “parents” know what I’m talking about Speaking of snow, due to scheduling

difficulties at the North Pole, Santa

was not able to be here with our

Wheatens to take photos this year.

Santa is very sorry, but assured us he

will do them next year. Look for info

in our 2013 autumn issue of TW.

As most of you know, it’s MCSCWTC membership renewal time. If you haven’t already done so, please send in your form and dues to our Treasurer, Jan VerLinde, 5160 W. Utica Rd., Shelby Twp., MI 48317. The annual dues are $30.00. Make check payable to MCSCWTC. This year is really rolling along and before we know it the holidays will be here. So don’t forget our Boutique when buying gifts for your Wheaten loving friends, we have some great new stuff, and it’s just a “click” away. On that note, I would like to wish you all a wonderful holiday season, and look forward to seeing you at a Dog Show or club event soon!

President’s Message By Denise Daniel

Motor City Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club

Tale Waggers Second Page

Health Concerns & New Members

3

Winter Tips& “Bone Appetit” Ala Wheaten

4

CH BON AQUAREL NIGHTINGALE SONG AT

LIL’TOWN

TILDE

5

BRONZE GRAND CHAMPION !!!

GCH LIL’TOWN FIDDLER’S LULLABY OF ARDNACASSA

FIDDLER

6

The Leaping Wheaten Training

Corner & Grooming Trendz

7

Around the Motor City Pub

Board of Directors, Dates to

Remember & Member Info

8 & 9

Winnie, Star of the Bellbottom Blues

10

Inside this Issue:

“Nicole, Santa is coming! I just

saw him land on the rooftop!”

Photo courtesy of:

Abby Chekaway

Denise with Zinnie & Frodo

Photo courtesy of:

Debbie Dykstra

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The Environment’s Impact On Nutrition

F ood quality counts

but so does the setting, cleanliness, frequency and the

stressful presence of a food bully

Bringing out the nutritional best in your dog goes beyond the food in the bowl. Frequency of meals, location, bowl cleaning and other environmental factors also impact the quality of his health.

One of the biggest problems is that too many owners over feed their dogs and as a result too many dogs become overweight and some even become obese. Some dogs are real masters at being chowhounds and give you those begging eyes when you sit down to eat. You need not give in for the sake of your dog.

To make meal time more satisfying and safe for your dog:

Serve up two meals daily. One in the morning and one in the evening.

Don’t guess food portions. Bring out the measuring cups. While suggested food portions are often printed on the bags of commercial dry and canned foods it is vital to measure the foods precisely.

Separate dogs at mealtimes, especially if you have a canine food bully. Stress created

Health Concerns with… Carol Shaltz

by other dogs in the household trying to steal another’s food can cause anxiety. If a dog doesn’t eat his food in 10 minutes, remove his bowl until his next mealtime. He is telling you that the serving is too big.

If the dog that would eat until he would burst – you are the one that really needs to limit the amount of food and goodies that you give him. It is easier to make sure your dog doesn’t gain needless weight – it is a lot harder taken it off of him.

Thoroughly soak and clean the bowl.

Resist buying gigantic bags of food. You’ll get more than you bargained for – increased risk of the food becoming rancid and contaminated. Empty the food in an air tight container. Completely empty and clean the food container before adding a new bag of food.

Scrutinize ingredients listed on floor-cleaning products before you buy them. Cleaning products containing bleach are effective in killing viruses on the kitchen floor.

Keeps your pets out of the kitchen when preparing food. Do not feed your pets in the kitchen --instead feed them in a separate area (like their own crate).

Excerpts from “Dog Watch”

W e would like to extend a warm welcome to the following new members:

Florence and Lawrence Verlinde of Sterling Heights, MI

Lynn and Kirk Rottschafer of Grand Rapids, MI

Deanna and Matthew Pyzik of Howell, MI

Frank and Diane Kortgoede of Temperence, MI

We hope you all enjoy the fun and frolic of being members of the MOTOR CITY SOFT COATED WHEATEN TERRIER CLUB.

See you at our events.

Welcome New Members

This is where you can share your favorite recipes

with your fellow members and Wheaties. If you

have a delicious human or dog recipe, please submit

it to the editor. Here's a traditional shortbread

recipe that's a favorite during the holidays, or any

time. I brought some to the Grooming Symposium

and everyone loved them. They are easy to make

and delicious.

Shortbread Squares

Ingredients:

1 Lb. Butter, softened (No substitutes)

1 Cup Sifted Confectioneers Sugar

3 1/2 Cups All-Purpose Flour

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“Bone Appetit” Ala Wheaten By Maggie Evans

1/2 Cup Cornstarch

Method:

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.

Combine flour and cornstarch; gradually add to

creamed mixture. Pat into an ungreased 15 in. x

10 in. x 1 in. baking pan. Pierce several times

with a fork. Bake at 325 degrees for 40-45

minutes or until lightly browned. Cut while

warm. Makes approx. 6 dozen.

{Hint: I use a pizza cutter to cut into squares

after I pat the dough into the baking pan. It

makes cutting them after they are baked a lot

neater.}

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Winter Tips

By Carol Shaltz

A lthough this article has previously been in Tale Waggers, I feel it is worth reminding our members of the hazards of Holidays and Winter:

With the holidays and winter upon us let’s take the time to remember the safety of our Wheatens.

Here are a few problems the Veterinarians see during this time of the year:

Dogs eating food they usually do not get (turkey, gravy, chocolate, fudge, brownies, grapes, raisons, yeast dough, candy, nuts and fatty foods). Potential hazards such as foil, roasting bags, batteries, tree decorations, wrapped gifts, candles, hot wax, flames from lighted candles, potpourri.

Cold weather hazards such as frostbite, hypothermia, antifreeze poisoning, ice-melting products, etc., all are a threat. Frostbite is a condition in which an animals tissues most frequently paws, tail and tip of its ears, are exposed to freezing temperatures. Although our Wheatens LOVE the snow we must make sure they are not outside for very long. Injuries are a greater risk during winter months. Dogs jumping, leaping, or just running on ice covered snow can cause broken bones, torn ligaments, strains and sprains. Ice-covered ponds pose a serious danger.

While you and your family enjoy sitting around a roaring fire on a winter evening, make sure that your fireplace is well screened. With family and friends coming and going, let’s not forget opened doors or your wheaten just rushing out as families are coming in or leaving.

Also, we tend to forget the hustles and bustle of the Holidays that stress on our dogs is a factor. Try to maintain somewhat of a regular routine and exercise program that your dog is used to. Above all don’t forget to give your Special Wheaten that Special HUG and KISS they are waiting for !!!

Happy Holidays

Niamh trekking in the snow!

Photo courtesy of:

Frank & Carol

Shaltz

“Do you think Santa would

notice if I stole one? They

look doggone delicious!”

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BRONZE GRAND CHAMPION !!!

GCH LIL’TOWN FIDDLER’S LULLABY OF ARDNACASSA

FIDDLER

CH Modny Style Great Expectations x CH Lil’Town Lullaby Of Ardnacassa

A special thank you to Joe and Laura Guibord who has allowed me to show Fiddler to his Grand

Championship and for the expert handling of Allison Sunderman !

Fiddler has proven to be one special wheaten in the show ring:

He has defeated 148 Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, he is Number 7 in Breed Standards, and he has qualified as Top 25 to be invited to the AKC Eukanuba Dog Show and has a wonderful loving

temperament !

Very Proud Breeder: Carol Shaltz & Donna Ambrose

Very Proud Owners: Joseph & Laura Guibord and Carol Shaltz

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CH BON AQUAREL NIGHTINGALE SONG AT LIL’TOWN

TILDE

INT CH Crispas Easy Bonaquarel x INT CH Bon Aquarel Irish Red Sun

A special thank you to Teresa Beagle for allowing me to show such a beautiful girl !

Teresa also expertly showed Tilde herself acquiring points on her!

Special thanks to Allison Sunderman for her expert handling !!

Special thanks to Tanya for sending me such a delightful and beautiful girl all the way

from Russia !

Breeder: Tanya Zhukova

Owner: Teresa Beagle and Carol Shaltz

Wet the dog’s body thoroughly. Apply shampoo, lather and rinse very well. One application of shampoo is generally adequate. An inadequately rinsed coat is very common and just as unsightly as a dirty coat. Express anal glands, if needed, while shampoo is still on the body. Rinse area well after expressing.

Moving up to the head, take care not to spray water directly into ears and eyes. Shampoo the head carefully to complete the job quickly – this won’t be the dog’s favorite part of the bath.

Apply conditioner after

THE BATH!

Y our Wheaten is brushed, combed and mat-free … ready for his bath!

Gather supplies next to the tub. Faucets with an attachable hose sprayer work well if you don’t have a hand-held attachment in your tub/shower. Your pet may be more comfortable – with added security for feet – by standing on a tub mat. If an extra hand is needed, consider a noose with a suction cup that will adhere to the side of the tub.

If shampoo and conditioner bottles are awkward, transfer to smaller sizes. Always check instructions; most products won’t be compromised by a 1:1 dilution ratio with water.

Wheaten Suds & Grooming Trendz By Jacki Stein

The Leaping Wheaten Training Corner —Ask Coach Karli By Karli Mueller

Dear Coach Karli,

I have a 12 week old wheaten puppy named Conrad, I am having

trouble getting him to accept his crate. He cries

all the time and has accidents when he gets

upset. Please help!!

Angie Walters (Conrad’s Mom)

Hi Angie,

This is a very common issue for owners with

young puppies. The most important thing is to

make sure you make the crate a calm resting

area. A few things that will help assist you in

getting to this point are:

Mentally and physically exercise your puppy right before you

put the puppy in the crate.

Always feed and water your puppy in their crate, this helps

them enjoy their crate time.

Have a designated treat toy only for crate time. I like to use a

Kong with a little peanut butter smeared inside. Only

give this toy when the puppy is in the crate. It will give

him something to look forward to.

Put your puppy in its crate for short intervals while you are

home so your puppy doesn’t only connect crate time with

you leaving.

Leave crate door open when you are home and occasionally

toss a dog biscuit in the back so the puppy has to go

all the way in on his own.

A womb bear (the type you would get to put in a

baby’s crib) helps give your puppy comfort. Turn it on

before you put the puppy in and be sure to hook the

bear to the side of the crate so he can only lay on its

feet. You do not want the womb bear to be a toy.

Always take your puppy out just before you put him

in the crate so you know he is on empty. Also let your

puppy out to potty the second you return home.

Lastly, do not say goodbye or make a big deal when

you leave. This only creates anxiety for your puppy.

Remember your puppy is very young and moving to their new

home can be very stressful. Change takes time so try to be patient as

your puppy adjusts.

Have a training question? Ask Coach Karli at

dogcoachkarli@gmail.com. Please include your name and of

course your dog’s name in the email. She will try to answer

your questions in our next issue.

Don’t tell me it’s bath time, again! I hate

going to the groomer! But, I sure enjoy this

hot tub!

thorough rinsing, taking time to massage into the coat over the body, including legs – this is a pleasant, bonding experience for you and your dog.

As with shampoo, be sure to rinse well after conditioner … and then rinse again. The Wheaten coat seems to soak up conditioner and any residue will be presented as dirt.

After final rinse, towel dry and either move to the grooming table to blow dry or allow some happy joy-running to air dry. He’s now clean and you’re both happy!

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Wheaten Memorial Tributes

T o honor our beloved Wheatens who have gone to doggie heaven, Tale

Waggers would like to publish a complimentary black and white memorial tribute. You can include a photo and a short write-up about your Wheaten. If you would like it in color, normal color ad charges would apply.

The color memorial tribute charge for a full page is $30.00.

Abby and the rest of us would like to extend birthday

wishes to our furry pals.

Finn & Layla (Schoenherr Family) November 24, 2009

Rascal (Stein Family) December 6, 2003

Canali (Goebel Family) January 4,2005

Libby (Safran Family) January 11, 2005

Doozer Marie (Cojanu Family) February 9, 2009

Riley (Calgagno Family) February 11, 2008

Sarah (Harrington Family) February 12, 2005

Kramer (McLeary Family) February 12, 2005

Snickers (Kruse Family) March 19, 2002

Around the Motor City Pub A place to share news with your fellow members

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T his past

summer,

Maggie Evans,

Jan Schoenherr, and

Nicole Chekaway had a

wonderful lunch at

Nicole’s house. It was

great getting to meet

each other for the first

time and talking about

our loveable Wheatens. Maggie, Nicole and Jan

Photo courtesy of

Nicole Chekaway

The following breeds are now recognized by the AKC: Submitted by Jacki Stein

Collie + Lhasa Apso: Collapso, a dog that folds up for easy transport Spitz + Chow Chow: Spitz-Chow, a dog that throws up a lot Pointer + Setter: Poinsetter, a traditional Christmas pet Great Pyrenees + Dachshund: Pyradachs, a puzzling breed Pekingnese + Lhasa Apso: Peekasso, an abstract dog Labrador Retriever + Curly Coated Retriever: Lab Coat Re-triever, the choice of research scientists Terrier + Bulldog: Terribull, a dog that makes awful mistakes Malamute + Pointer: Moot Point, owned by....oh, well, it doesn't matter anyway Collie + Malamute: Commute, a dog that travels to work Deerhound + Terrier: Derriere, a dog that's true to the end Bulldog + Shitzu: Oh, never mind

W e are updating our

membership records. In

order for you to continue fetching Tale

Waggers and other club info, please kindly

submit your current address, phone

number and email address to

chekspointe@aol.com.

Abby is at the mailbox

waiting for Christmas

greetings!

These puppies are ready to celebrate the holidays

with their new families!

Photo

Courtesy

Of Carol Shaltz

Board of Directors

Denise Daniel, President Carol Shaltz, Vice President

734-721-1811 734-425-4036

dddddstar@comcast.net fcshaltz@sbcglobal.net

Janet Verlinde, Treasurer Amy Martin Crowel, Corr. Sec.

586-731-4204 419-842-8565

Jan.verlinde@att.net amcrowel@aol.com

Maggie Evans, Rec. Sec. Terry McLeary, Board member

248-349-2657 419-841-3551

magbrievans@aol.com tmcleary@bex.net

Jan Schoenherr, Board member Linda Halick, Board member

313-673-1171 313-292-8173

jeschoenherr@gmail.com lindahalick@comcast.net

Joe Guibord, Board member Diane Brus, Board member

josephguibord@gmail.com 248-543-7838

dibrus@wideopenwest.com

Frank Swica, Webmaster

248-477-2275

frank.swica@att.net

Nicole F. & Abby Chekaway, Editor & Associate Wheaten Editor

We are on the Web and Facebook! Join the fun

at: www.motorcitywheatens.org!

Phone: (248) 626-6273

E-mail: chekspointe@aol.com

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Dates to Remember

Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show at Cobo Hall, Detroit, MI

March 2 & 3, 2013

Owner’s Night Out Party...More info will follow

"It came to me that every time I lose a dog, they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of

their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and maybe I will become as generous and loving as they are."

~Unknown Submitted by : Beverly Wolf

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Congratulations Winnie!!!

I am pleased to announce that

Winnie, Star of the Bellbottom Blues MJB MXJ AX

OF NAP NJP NFP RN, earned her Rally Novice title

on October 13, 2012 at the Greater Toledo

Obedience Training Club Obedience Trial.

Amy Martin-Crowel

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