2005 Minutes

Approved Minutes of the CVVC Board Meeting held on Wednesday, December 11, 2005 at the Tenenboms in New Fairfield, CT.

In attendance: The meeting took place at the home of Ida & Steve Tenebom. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 3:40 p.m. Kim Karkut moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the November 16, 2005 meeting and Dave Margolin 2nd the motion.

Many thanks go to Steve and Ida for offering to host CVVC holiday party in their beautiful home. A great time was had by all that attended.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which were as follows: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $3,796.00, Checking Account $5,490 and the Health Fund Account $2,250. Saul also reported as of this meeting 50 current members have not paid their membership dues.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik reported receiving notification from AKC that we are all set with filing our paperwork for the summer specialty with Greenwich Kennel Club in June of 2006.

November 27th Supported entry in Springfield, MA preliminary cost to CVVC will run between $300 to $400. The raffle that was run by Judy Resnick made $200, $40 of which will be donated to Noah’s Wish.

For our winter specialty with the GSA on February 10, 2006, we need to donate 6 hours of volunteer work. Dee Chuisano and John Morris volunteered. If you would like to donate some of your time please contact Carol Phelps at szizlin3@aol.com.

Ida Tenebom reported that the AKC approval for specialty at Greenwich KC and the supported entry at the Longshore KC is set. Ida showed the members a layout of the sites for the June 2006 specialty at Greenwich KC.

Patrick Cooke attended the Flaherty Management meeting today, December 11th. The following dates were secured for CVVC: Field Trial at Flaherty on April 21, 22, 23, 2006. Hunt test at Dearbourne portion of Flaherty will be October 7&8, 2006.

Unfortunately, with the above April field trial dates, Rich Teodore’s business services as the field trial’s secretary will not be available.

The field trial committee is proposing an enhanced Hunting Dog class. It would be two different levels offered for a Walking Hunting Dog stake such as a Hunting Dog Jr. on Junior level and Hunting Dog Excellent for a dog more on the level of a Senior or Master Hunter.

Now that we have the Dearbourne Tract on October 7&8, 2006, he will officially file the paperwork with AKC.

§ An idea was put forth for discussion regarding the possibility of doing a web based or email newsletter. After some discussion by members, it was decided to keep the newsletter as a mailed hard copy as the preferred method.

§ For submitting articles for future newsletters please send to Susan Potocik: 6 Lindholm Corner, Andover, CT 06232 or Email: cinnabarviz@att.net

Kim Karkut, chairperson of the March 2006 fun day, reported a date for the use of the large building was set for Sunday, March 18, 2006. The venue for the fun day will be Rally Obedience taught by an instructor from Paws N’ Effect and for the afternoon a conformation handling class followed by a fun match. Other possible offerings may include tattooing by Donna Bleu and versatility testing for obedience and conformation.

§ It was reported that Susan Begesse offered to do a program on nutrition and a raw food diet. The program will be offered at the April general membership meeting at the Jefferson House in Newington, CT.

§ If any club member would like to see a particular program presented, all suggestions would be welcome. Send those suggestions to Linda Morris lindak05@sbcglobal.net Marisa Fowler viszl1@juno.com or Carol Phelps szizlin3@aol.com

§ The CVVC logo design was accepted at this meeting. The next step would be to look for a vendor that would offer various items such as hats, tee shirts, sweatshirts, etc. with CVVC logo stitched on to the clothing. Marisa Fowler and Dee Chuisano offered to look into this.

Approved Minutes of the CVVC Board Meeting held on Wednesday, November 16, 2005 at Jefferson House in Newington, CT.

In attendance: The meeting took place at the Jefferson House in Newington, CT. Attending the meeting were: Carol Phelps, Elaine Poulin, Dave Margolin, Linda & John Morris, Kim Karkut, Marisa Fowler, Susan Nakamura, Jackie Argall, and Sandy Jacobus. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. Susan Nakamura moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the October 20, 2005 meeting and Dave Margolin 2nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which were as follows: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $3,796.00, Checking Account $4,726.00 and the Health Fund Account $2,250.00.

Everything is on track for the November 27th Supported entry in Springfield, MA. Judy Resnick will be running the raffle. Also, soda and cake will be offered.

Feed back on the November 5th & 6th show site in Uncasville was mixed. We will discuss this issue in detail at the general membership meeting on December 11th.

It was previously reported that Dave Margolin was going to attend the December Flaherty Field Trial Management meeting with Patrick Cooke. It has been revised that Patrick Cooke will be the only CVVC representative at that meeting. At this meeting, various area clubs vie for use of the Flaherty or the Dearbourne Tract for their respective clubs hunt/field tests.

Dave Margolin read a communication from the Joan Heimbach regarding some of the field trial committee items below:

Whether to hire Richard Teodore as the field trial secretary or pursue purchasing field trial/hunt test software that would enable a club member to be the field trial or hunt test secretary vs. hiring Richard Teodore.

Board Response: A motion was made to hire Richard Teodore as the Spring field trial secretary and also for the fall hunt test as long as Richard’s cost are included into the entry fee. The motion was made by Marisa Fowler and 2nd by Linda Morris. A decision was made to table for now the purchase of the software.

The field trial committee is proposing a 2nd draw at the Flaherty December meeting for additional dates in the fall of 2006 for a Vizsla only horseback field trial.

Board Response: Some board members felt that it would be overwhelming to offer a two-day hunt test (scheduled for October 7th&8th) and also a 2-day field trial a few weeks latter. The board feels that the field trial committee needs to draw up a formal proposal, including a financial plan, to be submitted to the board that would offer a date in November/December 2006, walking vs. horseback trial, open to all pointing breeds vs. Vizslas only and possibly co-sponsor this event with another club.

Carol Phelps will email Joan Heimbach and the field trial committee regarding the board’s decisions and concerns.

The official AKC dates for CVVC’s hunt test will be October 7th & 8th, 2006. The location will be determined at the Flaherty Field Trial Management meeting in December.

Per the motion (see field trial report) to hire Richard Teodore as the 2006 hunt test secretary, David will officially notify Richard a.s.a.p.

David discussed his wishes to the board about possibly re-establishing CVVC as a member of the Nod Brook association. The board granted him permission to pursue this investigation.

The health committee decided on the following three locations as possible blood draw sites: North West corner of CT, South East corner of CT and Golden’s Bridge, NY.

Susan also stated the committee is making progress on a proposal to present to the board.

The newsletter you should have received by this email was collated at this meeting.

For submitting articles for future newsletters please send to Susan Potocik: 6 Lindholm Corner, Andover, CT 06232 or Email: cinnabarviz@att.net

Kim Karkut, chairperson of the March 2006 fun day, reported she contacted Paws N’ Effect in Hamden, CT for availability of the training center next March. A date for the use of the large building was set for Sunday, March 18, 2006. The venue for the fun day will be Rally Obedience and for the afternoon a conformation handling class followed by a fun match. Other possible offerings may include tattooing and versatility testing for obedience and conformation.

No report. We will have a more detailed discussion at the general membership meeting at the holiday party in December.

If any club member would like to see a particular program presented, all suggestions would be welcome. Send those suggestions to Linda Morris lindak05@sbcglobal.net Marisa Fowler viszl1@juno.com or Carol Phelps szizlin3@aol.com

A decision by the board was made to accept pictures, in .jpeg format, of the club members Vizsla(s) just doing funny, goofy things to be periodically posted to CVVC’s website. No show pictures allowed.

Susan Nakamura offered to purchase a hostess gift from CVVC to be presented to the Tenenbom’s for hosting the holiday party.

Meeting Adjourned: Meeting adjourned at 9:15 PM with a motion from Kim Karkut and David Margolin 2nd the motion.

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C General Membership Meeting held on Thursday, October 20, 2005 at Jefferson House in Newington, CT.

In attendance: The General Membership meeting took place at the Jefferson House in Newington, CT. Attending the meeting were: Carol Phelps, Elaine Poulin, Dave Margolin, Linda & John Morris, Kim Karkut, Susan Potocik, Susan Nakamura, Jackie Argall, Saul & Kim Himmelfarb, Melissa Graff and Sandy Regula. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. Kim Karkut moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the September 28, 2005 meeting and Jackie Argall 2nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which were as follows: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $3,792.00, Checking Account $6,294.00 and the Health Fund (formally called Epilepsy Fund) Account $2,350.00.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik reported she received the following:

Everything is on track for the November 27th Supported entry in Springfield, MA and the February 10, 2006 Winter Specialty with GSA in Secaucus, NJ

Susan Potocik will attend the November 5th & 6th show in Uncasville and report back on the possibility of holding a fall supported entry in Uncasville, CT next year.

2006 Field Trial Committee Report: Nothing new to report concerning the 2006 Spring Field Trial. David Margolin will attend the December Flaherty Field Trial Management meeting with Patrick Cooke.

2006 Hunt Test Committee Report: David Margolin reported receiving a communication from Richard Teodore. Rich Teodore has a personal Hunt Test Secretarial business, which for a fee of $2.75 per entry plus expenses will run a club’s secretarial responsibilities of a hunt test. This would include items such as printing and mailing of premiums, receiving entries, posting bracing on internet, emailing entrants the bracing, prepare score cards, printing results for contestants, prepare hunt test secretary’s report, judges book and submitting them to AKC.

The club will have Joan Himbach look into purchasing updated software to accomplish the same thing. By purchasing the software this will enable a club member to handle all of the above responsibilities as a hunt test secretary. A decision will be made at the next meeting.

§ The first committee meeting was held at the fun day on October 2nd at Flaherty Field. It was decided that the committee members would ask their vets about the feasibility of having a voluntary blood drawings conducted by vets in various areas of CT. The committee compiled a list of various suggestion and ideas and will report to the board in the near future.

For submitting articles for future newsletters please send to Susan Potocik: 6 Lindholm Corner, Andover, CT 06232 or Email: cinnabarviz@att.net

Kim Karkut, chairperson of the March 2006 fun day, reported she will contact Paws N’ Effect in Hamden, CT for availability of the training center next March and report back at the next meeting.

Meeting Program Committee: If any club member would like to see a particular program presented, all suggestions would be welcome. Send those suggestions to Linda Morris lindak05@sbcglobal.net Marisa Fowler viszl1@juno.com or Carol Phelps szizlin3@aol.com

Carol Phelps made a motion for the club to purchase Adobe software that would enable the club to convert documents into PDF format for emailing to club members and posting to the CVVC website. Susan Nakamura motioned to accept and David Margolin 2nd the motion.

§ A motion by Susan Potocik to add $150 to the trophy budget for CVVC’s obedience class at the GSA specialty next February and Elaine Poulin 2nd the motion.

.Meeting Adjourned: Meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM with a motion from Susan Potocik and Kim Karkut 2nd the motion. The meeting was followed by an presentation and discussion with the meeting guest, Dr. Skip Lamme.

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C Board Meeting held on Wednesday, September 28, 2005 at TGIF's in Waterbury, CT.

In attendance: The meeting took place at TGIFriday’s in Waterbury, CT. Attending the meeting were: Carol Phelps, Elaine Poulin, Dave Margolin, Linda & John Morris, Kim Karkut, Susan Potocik, Susan Nakamura, Jackie Argall, Saul Himmelfarb, Ida Tenebom and Marisa Fowler. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 7:55 p.m. Minutes were amended to include a board vote via email to make a donation for the following: in an effort to help those devastated by Katrina, CVVC has donated $150.00 to the AKC/CAR Canine Support and Relief Fund and $150.00 to Take The Lead Katrina Relief Fund. Susan Potocik moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the August 23, 2005 meeting and Kim Karkut 2nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which was as follows: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $4,021.00, Checking Account $4,915.00 and the Health Fund (formally called Epilepsy Fund) Account $2,100.00.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik reported she received the following:

A thank you note from Ed Biven for the $150 donation to Take the Lead Katrina Relief Fund.

Vizsla Club of America’s newsletter had an acknowledgement regarding CVVC’s $1,000 donation that was made to the VCA Welfare Foundation.

John Morris reported the project of a mailing to CT dog pounds and rescue groups (that will included a picture of a Vizsla with information regarding the breed to alert them should they ever have a Vizsla to please call our club rescue) is complete and ready for mailing.

John also reported a male Vizsla, approximately 9-10 years old, has been at the Southington Dog Pound for about a month. This Vizsla was picked up on Rt. 322 in Southington. John may have someone who is interested in adopting him.

Judy Resnick has agreed to run a raffle at CVVC’s supported entry at Springfield on November 27, 2005.

CVVC’s winter specialty held in conjunction with GSA on February 10, 2006 is all set. Carole Brown has agreed to steward again for us.

Susan Potocik will investigate the possibility of holding a fall supported entry in Uncasville, CT next year. Susan will attend this year’s show in Uncasville on November 5th & 6th and report back with her assessment of the site.

The committee has narrowed down a list of potential future sweeps judges to 4 individuals. Elaine Poulin made a motion for the board to accept this list and Kim Karkut 2nd the motion, with the board accepting the list.

Greenwich KC will again hold their June 2006 show at the same place – Taylor Farm Park in Norwalk, CT. Ida also stated Greenwich KC will be updating their parking policy to better accommodate exhibitor parking.

Nov 27, 2005 Supported entry with the Springfield KC: Sweeps Judge – Florence Duggan and Regular Judge – Springfield KC has assigned Dr. Ronald I. Spitzer

Feb 10, 2006 Specialty with GSA in Secaucus, NJ: Sweeps Judge – Pamela Shaw-George and Regular Judge – Jean Fournier. Jean Rhodes has accepted the position as our show chairperson.

June 2006 Greenwich KC Specialty – Sue Gray has accepted our invitation to judge our Sweeps classes.

2006 Field Trial Committee Report: No report. As an amendment to the field trial report, an email was sent to the membership after this meeting regarding the open position for the 2006 spring field trial secretary. Interested individuals should contact Carol Phelps at 860-295-9609 or szizlin3@aol.com

The committee meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum. Joan Toepke and Ruth Sinclair have agreed to join the committee.

Susan will have published in the next newsletter a letter from Ned Patterson regarding a Vizsla Epilepsy Study.

When the health committee develops a proposal it will be presented to the Board.

For submitting articles for future newsletters please send to Susan Potocik: 6 Lindholm Corner, Andover, CT 06232 or Email: cinnabarviz@att.net

Kim Karkut has agreed to chair the March 2006 fun day. The location and program will be determined by the fun day committee.

A brochure regarding the possibility of future trophies from the Glitzy Lady – Unique Handcrafted Animal Jewelry and Gifts.

Future donations – discussion regarding a possible donation to CT Humane Society. Kim Karkut made a motion for CVVC to donate $200 from the General fund and Susan Potocik 2nd the motion. Susan will email some info on CT Humane Society to the board members to review.

Carol Phelps mentioned the Canine Flu Virus that is going around. It has been advised by others to be very cautious with your dogs when around others and be alert to any signs of the virus. Reported symptoms include prolonged coughing and fevers and it is highly recommended to consult your Vet immediately if these symptoms do occur.

Elaine Poulin opened discussion about a location for this year’s holiday party. Ida Tenebom has graciously offered her home for the location of the December 11th party.

Meeting Adjourned: Meeting adjourned at 9:20 with a motion from Carol Phelps and Marisa Fowler 2nd the motion.

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C General Membership Meeting held on Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at Jefferson House in Newington CT

In attendance: Carol Phelps, Elaine Poulin, Dave Margolin, Linda & John Morris, Kim Karkut, Susan Potocik, Susan Nakamura, Jackie Argall, Sandy Regula, Melissa Graff and Elizabeth & Justin Sausker. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. Kim Karkut moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the July 26, 2005 meeting and Dave Margolin 2nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb’s report of CVVC’s account balances which was as follows: CD $3,250.00, Rescue $3,921.00, Checking Account $6,919.00 and the Epilepsy Account $2,000.00.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan Potocik reported she received the following:

A thank you note from Lynn Worth, Vizsla Club of America’s AKC delegate, regarding the $1,000 donation CVVC made to the VCA Welfare Foundation.

AKC notice regarding our GSA Specialty on February 10, 2006. 1. Our fee has been increased $25 because we will be offering Obedience. 2. Approval of our sweeps judge Pamela Shaw-George. AKC also sent approval of our sweeps judge Florence Duggan for our Supported entry at the Springfield KC on November 27, 2005.

Breed Rescue: John Morris reported 2 of the 3 Vizslas that came into rescue are doing well in their new homes. The family in PA that took the female mailed John a thank you note and a donation of $100 for the breed rescue fund. John is moving forward with the project of a mailing to CT dog pounds and rescue groups that will included a picture of a Vizsla with information regarding the breed to alert them should they ever have a Vizsla to please call our club rescue. It was mentioned that Erica Nicholson will participate in an agility match which will raise money for assisted dog association, M.A.P. Inc. and is soliciting people to sponsor her. John also made a motion to donate $25 from Breed Rescue to sponsor Erica. Motion was accepted.

Nov 27, 2005 Supported entry with the Springfield KC: Sweeps Judge – Florence Duggan and Regular Judge – Springfield KC has assigned Dr. Ronald I. Spitzer

Feb 10, 2006 Specialty with GSA in Secaucus, NJ: Sweeps Judge – Pamela Shaw-George and Regular Judge – Jean Fournier. Jean Rhodes has accepted the position as our show chairperson.

June 2006 Greenwich KC Specialty – Sue Gray has accepted our invitation to judge our Sweeps classes.

2006 Hunt Test Committee Report: Dave Margolin reported that AKC has a new event coordinator, Mr. John Rabidou. Dave also mentioned that CVVC needs to think about updating our software for hunt tests. Carol Phelps will contact Joan Heimbach for more information. Dave will also confirm with AKC regarding CVVC’s 2006 hunt test dates.

Publication Committee Report: The newsletter is scheduled to be mailed in mid-October. Deadline for submitting articles to Susan Potocik is mid-September. Susan’s address: 6 Lindholm Corner, Andover, CT 06232 Email: cinnabarviz@att.net

Everyone should have received via email or regular mail the flyer for the fun day. If you have not, please email the event secretary, Elaine Poulin at valleyvizsla@sbcglobal.net or go to CVVC’s website www.ctvalleyvizslaclub.org CVVC will hold a two day fun day on October 1st & 2nd , 2005. We plan on having the following on each day: Versatility test for conformation, obedience and field. Also, each day will feature intro to birds and a conformation handling class. If you can spare some time and would like to help out at the event, please contact Carol Phelps at szizlin3@aol.com or Elaine Poulin at valleyvizsla@sbcglobal.net

CVVC Logo: The copy of the logo that Susan Potocik received for review was not the correct one. Once the logo is received she will evaluate and report back to the board for finalization.

A document was put forth for consideration regarding the Membership Chairperson’s duties and responsibilities. A motion was made by Susan Potocik to accept the document and 2nd by Elaine Poulin. To view the document please go the CVVC’s website www.ctvalleyvizslaclub.org

A motion was offered by Dave Margolin and accepted by all to form a Health Fund Committee. Committee members are Saul Himmelfarb, Jackie Argall, Susan Nakamura, Kim Karkut, Susan Potocik and Carol Phelps. The committee will develop the guidelines for the Health Fund.

A motion was made by Susan Potocik and 2nd by Dave Margolin to hold a Health Fund raffle at CVVC’s supported entry in Springfield, MA on November 27, 2005.

After a discussion of the matter, a motion by Kim Karkut and 2nd by Susan Potocik to change the wording on the upcoming membership dues mailing as follows:

Where it indicates if a member wishes to donate to the Rescue Fund will be replaced with donate to the Health Fund.

In attendance: Carol Phelps, Elaine Poulin, Sandy Jacobus, Linda & John Morris, Kim Karkut, Susan Potocik, Ida Tenenbom, Susan Nakamura, Jackie Argall and Sandy Roethel. Thank you Susan Potocik for hosting the barbeque and meeting at her home. After collating the newsletter, which everyone should have received by now, Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 8:35 p.m. Susan Potocik moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the June 11th meeting and Kim Karkut 2nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb email his report of CVVC’s account balances which was as follows: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $3,921.00, Checking Account $8,372.58 and the Epilepsy Account $2,000.00. Saul also stated that he received a letter of acknowledgment addressed to the CVVC from the Vizsla Club of America Welfare Foundation. As reported in the June 11 meeting minutes, the general membership voted to donate $500 plus the $407 from the raffle. Through an email vote of the Board of Directors and Officers it was decided to even that total to $1,000 by adding another $93.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan received paperwork from AKC acknowledging finalization of the dog show, a brochure selling awards, ribbons, etc from the Hodges Badge Company, various catalogs selling trophies and dog treats and a notification from AKC regarding a change of policy concerning authorized filming at shows.

Breed Rescue: John Morris reported that 3 Vizslas came into rescue from a family who just had another baby and wanted to place the dogs. John indicated that all 3 Vizslas were good candidates for placement. The one female has already been placed in PA, one male may be placed with a family whose Vizsla just passed away and the 3rd Vizsla, a male, may go to a relative of the family giving the dogs up.

John mentioned that years ago he did a mailing to CT dog pounds and rescue groups that included a picture of a Vizsla with information regarding the breed to alert them should they ever have a Vizsla to please call our club rescue. John would like to repeat that mailing again. Elaine Poulin made a motion for John to proceed and Carol Phelps 2nd the motion.

Carol Phelps put forth a motion to increase the trophy budget as follows: Specialties from $800 to $1,000 and Supported entries from $400 to $500. None objected and Ida Tenenbom 2nd the motion.

The issue of allowing professional handlers show in Sweeps was discussed. It was agreed to retain CVVC’s current policy and not allow pros to handle in sweeps unless they own the dog.
Specialty and Supported Entry Venues – it was decided to remain with Greenwich KC for our summer Specialty with discussion of possibly changing our Supported entry location. Susan Potocik will explore that option and report back.

A vote was taken to authorize Ida to rent a tent and purchase 4 RV spots from Greenwich KC to secure an area for our hospitality at the 2006 Specialty at Greenwich KC.

Nov 27, 2005 Supported entry with the Springfield KC: Sweeps Judge – Florence Duggan and Regular Judge – SKC has not yet indicated what judge they are giving us.

Feb 10, 2006 Specialty with GSA in Secaucus, NJ: Sweeps Judge – Pamela Shaw-George and Regular Judge – Jean Fournier. CVVC will need a chairperson for this show. Ida agreed to ask a possible candidate. It was agreed upon to offer Obedience at this show and John Morris has agreed to help steward.

Ida Tenebom will email the conformation committee to put together another list of possible sweeps judges.

Publication Committee Report: The newsletter, which everyone should have received by now, was collated at this meeting.

Because of the cancellation of the Fall hunt test, CVVC will hold a two day fun day on October 1st & 2nd , 2005. We plan on having the following on each day: Versatility test for conformation, obedience and field. Also, each day will feature intro to birds and a conformation handling class.

We are very much in need of volunteers for the following: oversee hospitality, plant birds, etc. If you can spare some time please contact Elaine Poulin at valleyvizsla@sbcglobal.net or Carol Phelps at szizlin3@aol.com

So if you think you would like to start qualifying your Vizsla(s) for a versatility certificate please visit the following link to learn the rules and regulation on the Vizsla Club of America’s website http://clubs.akc.org/vizsla/eventsversatility.htm LOOK FOR FUN DAY FLYER TO ARRIVE VIA EMAIL THE BEGINNING OF SEPTEMBER.
Winter Fun Day March 2006: Kim Karkut has agreed to chair the winter fun day in March of 2006.

Meeting Program Committee: Linda suggested having a Rally demonstration at a future general membership meeting. If any club member would like to see a particular program presented, all suggestions would be welcome. Send those suggestions to Linda Morris lindak05@sbcglobal.net Marisa Fowler viszl1@juno.com or Carol Phelps szizlin3@aol.com

CVVC Logo: Ida indicated that the logo has been digitized and will seek a catalog with various items that we may apply the logo to and sell to club members. She will also send a copy of the logo to Susan Potocik for review.

New Business: Susan has constructed a draft of Breed Referral Guidelines and a “Request for Referral” form for breeders to complete and submit to CVVC’s Breed Referral Chairperson. Item 3 of the guidelines was amended from only litters that are “on the ground” to “once bred” will be referred. The motion to amend by Kim Karkut and 2nd by Carol Phelps.

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C General Membership Meeting & Election of Officers held on June 11, 2005 at the GKC show in Norwalk CT

Secretary Report: Motion by Joan Heimbach to amend minutes to include special thanks to David Margolin for his tireless efforts at the field trial; second by Kim Karkut. Amendment passed unanimously. Motion to accept the amended minutes was made by Joan Heimbach and seconded by Kim Karkut. Motion carried unanimously.

Saul also made available a copy of the CVVC 2005 checkbook register for anyone interested in reviewing our main checking account.

Specialties/Supported Entries: Carol Phelps reported that CVVC received $108.50 reimbursement for our supported entry at the SKC show last November (including unclaimed sweeps checks).

Field Trial Report: Joan Heimbach reported that CVVC and VCGNY have been talking about doing a shared two-day walking field trial in New Jersey. More details will be coming from the Field Trial Committee.

Hunt Test: 2005 hunt test cancelled. Our weekend will be used for Versatility Day and Intro To Birds and Intro to Conformation. FUN!

One vote was cast by the Secretary. The slate was unanimously elected by the membership.

A motion was made by Carol Phelps to donate $500.00 to the VCA Welfare Foundation. Seconded by Saul Himmelfarb. Passed unanimously. Addendum: The special raffle raised an additional $407.00 for the VCA Welfare Foundation so an e-mail vote was done to increase the CVVC donation by $93.00, making CVVC's donation to the VCA Welfare Foundation an even $1,000.00. Passed).

Motion to Adjourn by David Margolin and seconded by John Morris at 4:45. Carried unanimously.

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C General Membership Meeting held on May 18, 2005 in Cheshire CT

Proposed slate of Officers (Election Will Be At Greenwich KC show, June 11, 2005

In attendance: Carol Phelps, Saul & Kim Himmelfarb, Sandy Jacobus, Dave Margolin, Elaine Poulin, Linda Morris, Kim Karkut, Rich Loomis, Susan Potocik, Marisa Fowler and a great turnout of club members. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m. Joan Heimbach moved to accept the secretary’s minutes of the April meeting and Kim Karkut 2nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb reported the following balances: CD $3,224.97, Rescue $3,917.30, Checking Account $9,384.02.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Confirmation was received regarding CVVC filing as a non-profit corporation with the Secretary of State (report and fee filed online).

Conformation Committee: The February 11, 2005 GSA Specialty final financial report is as follows:

Now that the CVVC is licensed to hold Obedience trials, the conformation committee will check into the intent of fellow club members and whether they plan to participate in the Obedience trial at the February 2006 GSA Specialty.

There was no report on the upcoming Greenwich/Longshore shows on June 11th & 12th. There has been no formal hospitality planned so Carol Phelps will contact Ida Tenenbom to see if there is anything in works for the Greenwich K.C. Specialty. Joan Heimbach suggested just possibly ordering sandwiches from Stew Leonard’s in Norwalk.

(Added to minutes later - accidentally omitted). The Conformation Committee has voted on the following list of judges in this order:

We select IN ORDER. We do not go to a later choice unless an earlier choice has refused the assignment. Carol will be next to ask judges for the GSA Specialty in February 2006.

2005 Field Trial Committee Report: Given by Joan Heimbach in which the following points were discussed:

Joan discussed reevaluating the composition of the standing field committee and what it means to be a member. For possible 2006 events, besides the yearly spring field trial, the committee will look into a 1 day walking trial to be held in conjunction with another club. Because of the huge Hunting Dog entry at this year’s field trial, the possibility of a two tier class will be explored.

The Spring 2005 field trial was the most successful trial ever, even though we were shorthanded as far as helpers. A huge thank you goes out to Patrick Cooke, FT Chairman, Kim & Saul Himmelfarb running the event’s secretarial duties, Dave Margolin as line marshal, Joan Heimbach, Lois Smid and Elaine Poulin for helping out in the kitchen and preparing Saturday night’s dinner for 50 people with Chet Anderson cooking the delicious steak dinners. A thanks also to Tony Warchut and Mike Poulin for keeping the running of the Hunting Dog class moving along and braving the down pour of rain and lighting to make sure the birds were planted for each brace. The final financial numbers resulted in a $1,100 profit. From that there were additional expense consisting of two tables that were purchased and donated to the Flaherty club house and 8 communication radios.

2005 Hunt Test: Dave Margolin reported that due to AKC’s calendar and conflicting area clubs’ scheduled hunt tests CVVC will not hold its yearly hunt test. In its place on October 1-2 we will hold an event pack fun day (see fun day report below). Dave suggested we explore alternative grounds for future hunt test as back-up in the event we do not get the preferred Dearborn Tract. Susan Potocik will look into grounds in Wolcott or Nod Brook

Publication Committee Report: The next newsletter is just about ready to be mailed.

Fall Fun Day – October 1-2, 2005: . Because of the cancellation of the Fall hunt test, CVVC will hold a two day fun day on October 1st & 2nd , 2005. We plan on having the following on each day: Versatility test for conformation, obedience and field. Also, each day will feature intro to birds and a conformation handling class. We plan on having two days of fun, exciting and educational events. If you would to like volunteer and help out in any way even if it is for an hour or two it would be greatly appreciated. So if you think you would like to start qualifying your Vizsla(s) for a versatility certificate please visit the following link to learn the rules and regulation on the Vizsla Club of America’s website http://clubs.akc.org/vizsla/eventsversatility.htm The following people have been appointed to run the event:

Winter Fun Day March 2006: Marisa Fowler is stepping down as the winter fun day chairperson. She asked if anyone at the meeting was willing to take on the position.

Meeting Program Committee: Marisa Fowler suggested doing a Flyball demonstration and also offered to possibly do some kind of program at Cheshire Academy. If any club member would like to see a particular program presented, all suggestions would be welcome. Send those suggestions to Linda Morris lindak05@sbcglobal.net Marisa Fowler viszl1@juno.com or Carol Phelps szizlin3@aol.com

CVVC Logo: The vendor that had CVVC’s logo that was unable to complete the design returned it to Susan Potocik. Ida Tenenbom contacted Susan regarding reworking the design and using the logo on future trophies.

Marisa Fowler met a vendor who does paintings on slate and suggested it a possible trophies. Judy Resnik offered to run the raffle at the Greenwich KC specialty. She also suggested the possibility of raising money for any special interest raffles by selling Vizsla items on ebay. Joan Heimbach made a motion to authorize Judy to do a special raffle on ebay auction and earmark the money raised to go to the Welfare Foundation. We also voted to hold a special raffle of the Virginia Gardiner pin at Greenwich KC.

2005 Membership Directory: The new CVVC membership directories have been mailed.

Nominating Committee: Carol Phelps announced the proposed slate of officers and board of directors for the upcoming June 11 election. She then opened to the floor any new nominations to be added to the slate for the elections. There were no new nominations.

Meeting Adjourned: With a motion to adjourn the meeting by Kim Himmelfarb and 2nd by Dave Margolin the meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm. After the meeting adjourned, Sue Slatter presented a program on communicating with your animals.

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C Board Meeting held on April 13, 2005 at TGIF in Watebury, CT

In attendance: Carol Phelps, Saul & Kim Himmelfarb, Sandy Jacobus, Dave Margolin, Elaine Poulin, Linda Morris, Jacqueline Argall, Kim Karkut and Susan Nakamura.

Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 8:05 p.m. Elaine Poulin moved to accept the minutes of the March meeting and Susan Nakamura 2^nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb reported the following balances: CD $3,228.00, Rescue $3,914.00, Checking Account $12,956.00.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan received the following Correspondence as reported by Carol Phelps:

- Received notice from Top Dog that they will be having an open house on April 27 from 3:00 – 9:00 pm. Top Dog is a canine fitness & rehabilitation center located next door to Paws N’ Effect (location of the March fun day). The address for Top Dog is 26 Corporate Ridge Rd., Unit #5, Hamden, CT. Ph: 203-848-3203.

- Also, a note from Robin Ohrt, the agility instructor, apologizing for the mistake incurred regarding her availability for the March fun day and hopes to be invited back again at a future fun day.

Breed Rescue: No report. It was mentioned to Carol Phelps that not all Officers and Board of Directors received a copy of John Morris’ rescue procedure/form via email. Carol will send to those who did not receive.

Conformation Committee: Carol Phelps reported she still has not received the final figures from the GSA show in February. The Greenwich/Longshore shows on June 11^th & 12^th are on track. Carol Phelps received communication from Ida regarding the availability tables & tents for ring side and hospitality for specialty at the Greenwich K.C. Please note: the Longshore show the following day, June 12^th, will have a limited entries, so get your entry in early.

2005 Field Trial Committee Report: Event Secretary Saul Himmelfarb reported that he has received 140 entries to date (excluding entries for the non-regular Hunting Dog stake)

2005 Hunt Test: Dave Margolin reported that a problem now exists with conflicting club(s) possibly holding a hunt test on the same weekend. Hopefully by the next meeting we will have a better idea as to whether CVVC will be able to hold its annual fall hunt test.

Publication Committee Report: The next newsletter is scheduled to go out the beginning of May

Winter Fun Day: Carol Phelps reported that as a result the Obedience match held at the March fun day, CVVC has now been granted a license by AKC to hold Obedience Trials in the future.

CVVC Logo: It appears that the vendor that currently has CVVC’s logo is unable to complete the design as requested. Susan is still waiting get the logo back from the vendor.

A vote was taken to approve the purchase of two tables to be donated to the Flaherty Field Trial Management Area Club House. The motion was accepted by Kim Karkut and 2^nd by Dave Margolin.

2005 Membership Directory: Rich & Deb Loomis have just about completed the work on the 2005 membership directory.

Nominating Committee: The nominating committee has pretty much finalized the slate of officers and board of directors.

The Nominating Committee, Susan Potocik, Stephanie Reeder & John Morris have nominated the following slate of candidates for next year. During the month of May, CVVC members may make nominations from the floor Elections will be held at the June 11th specialty.

Meeting Adjourned: With a motion to adjourn the meeting by Carol Phelps and 2^nd by Dave Margolin the meeting adjourned at 9:20 pm.

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C General Membership Meeting held on March 16, 2005 at Jefferson House in Newington, CT

In attendance: Carol Phelps, Saul & Kim Himmelfarb, Susan Potocik, Sandy Jacobus, Dave Margolin, Elaine Poulin, Linda & John Morris, Tony Warchut and Marisa Fowler. Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Sandy Jacobus moved to amend the minutes of the February meeting and Tony Warchut 2^nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb reported the following balances: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $3,914.00, Checking Account $12,005.00. He reported the big increase in the checking account balance is due to the Field Trial entries that have been sent in.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan received the following Correspondence:

- A thank you note from Col. Jonathan Chase, the sweeps judge at CVVC’s February Specialty, thanking the club for inviting him to judge.

- Also, a thank note from Carol Brown, the steward at CVVC’s February Specialty.

- A notice from AKC stating that their records indicate CVVC will be holding elections in June for Officers and Board of Directors. They are requesting that we update them with the Officers and Board of Directors for CVVC soon after the election.

- A notice from AKC indicating the April Field Trial judging panel has been approved.

- Received a pamphlet for the 24^th Annual Walk for Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation to be held on May 21, 2005. For more information you can email: christinebuhler@fidelco.org

Breed Rescue: John Morris discussed some of his thoughts for the guidelines and procedures for screening dogs for acceptance into CVVC’s rescue program. He will present a draft via email to the Board of Directors and Officers for review.

Conformation Committee: Carol Phelps reported she still has not received the final figures from the GSA show in February. The Greenwich/Longshore shows on June 11^th & 12^th are on track. The motion to hold a Supported Entry at the November 2005 Springfield, MA Thanksgiving Cluster was offered by Saul Himmelfarb and 2^nd by Dave Margolin.

2005 Field Trial Committee Report: Event Secretary Saul Himmelfarb reported that he has received 120 entries to date. We are still in need of someone to coordinate & oversee the hospitality, also volunteers who can donate some of their time & energy to various responsibilities such in the kitchen or field. Contact Saul Himmelfarb at 860-693-8154, email: pekogait@comcast.net or Joan Heimbach at 914-533-6560, email: birddoggal@aol.com. if you would like to help out, they would love to hear from you. So come out to the three day event, donate some time and enjoy this exciting event.

2005 Hunt Test: Dave Margolin reported that the judges and captain of gunners have been chosen and the application to hold the event along with the judges’ panel will be submitted to AKC in a few weeks, birds have been ordered and Mike Poulin will be a back-up if needed to transport the birds to Dearborne. Dee Chuisano will be the Hunt Test Secretary with Elaine Poulin assisting her. Someone to oversee the hospitality for the weekend is still needed.

Publication Committee Report: Susan Potocik is working on the April newsletter.

Marisa Fowler reported that the March 12^th Fun Day went well despite the snow storm. Marisa Fowler stated that going forward she will step down as the Winter Fun Day chairperson. She is willing to help and guide the person who would replace her.

The Summer Fun Day will be on Saturday, August 6, at Flaherty Field Trial Area, East Windsor, CT and will feature an Introduction to Hunt Tests in the morning and follow with lunch and a relaxing get-together for Vizslas and their owners.

Dave Margolin, chairperson, reported that the August 6^th fun day is on track. Elaine Poulin will be the event secretary, birds will be ordered from Bourdreau’s Bird Farm by Dave Margolin and the hunting mentors will be Dick Frawley, Mike Poulin, Dennis Witzke, Carol Phelps, Rich Loomis and Joe Korczynsky. Dave Margolin will be line marshall and Kim Karkut will head the hospitality. We are still in need of the following help: Assist with line marshalling, help with hospitality and bird planters.

2005 Membership Directory: Rich & Deb Loomis have received the membership list and will begin work on the directory.

Nominating Committee: The nominating committee has pretty much finalized the slate of officers and board of directors.

Meeting Adjourned: With a motion to adjourn the meeting by John Morris the meeting ended at 8:30 pm. With the conclusion of the meeting, John Morris gave a great presentation of “Introduction To The Canine Good Citizen Test”. Thanks John for all your work.

In attendance: Carol Phelps, Saul & Kim Himmelfarb, Susan Potocik, Sandy Jacobus, Rich Loomis, Kim Karkut, Dave Margolin and Elaine Poulin. After the assembly of the CVVC newsletter and dinner, Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. Kim Karkut moved to amend the minutes of the January meeting and Susan Potocik 2^nd the motion.

Treasurer’s Report: Saul Himmelfarb reported the following balances: CD $3,225.00, Rescue $3,914.00, Checking Account $7,765.00. Saul reported that anyone who has not paid their dues will be removed from the membership list by the end of February. He also reported the big increase in the rescue balance of $945.00 is due to the huge response of ticket sales at the GSA show for the signed, numbered Vizsla print that was donated by Saul & Kim Himmelfarb. A huge thanks to Saul & Kim and the volunteers who worked the crowd selling tickets. Also, the CD will be maturing shortly and will be moved from the New Alliance Bank to an ING account that will yield 2.5% interest with a no term requirement.

Corresponding Secretary’s Report: Susan had received no correspondence in the month. She reported that a plant was sent to Stan Miller with wishes for a speedy recovery, a $50 donation was made to the Lung Association in memory of Karen Berger and a donation to the Ambulance Association in memory of Emily Loselle.

Breed Rescue: John Morris is working on guidelines and procedures for screening dogs for acceptance into CVVC’s rescue program. There are no reported dogs in rescue at this time.

Conformation Committee: GSA was a success in terms of the amount of entries – 105 in regular classes and 35 in sweeps. The final expense & revenue report will be completed shortly. There was no report on the upcoming Summer Specialty on June 11^th at Taylor Farm Park in Norwalk, CT and June 12^th Supported entry at FDR Park at Yorktown Heights, NY.

2005 Field Trial Committee Report: Event Secretary Saul Himmelfarb reported that AKC has approved and posted the judges for the upcoming FT on April 22-24. At the time of the meeting Saul indicated the premium draft was ready for the printer. Club members on the email list will receive with in the week the premium, entry form and dinner reservation form, all of which will also be posted on CVVC’s website. We need someone to coordinate & oversee the hospitality, also volunteers who can donate some of their time & energy to various responsibilities such in the kitchen or field. Contact Saul Himmelfarb at 860-693-8154, email: pekogait@comcast.net or Joan Heimbach at 914-533-6560, email: birddoggal@aol.com. if you would like to help out, they would love to hear from you. So come out to the three day event, donate some time and enjoy this exciting event.

2005 Hunt Test: Dave Margolin will be the Hunt Test Chairman which will be held on the weekend of Oct 1^st & 2^nd. In the coming month Dave will assemble the list of judges, gunners and then will register the event with AKC.

Publication Committee Report: By now you should have received the Winter 2004/2005 CVVC newsletter. When the new membership list is available after March 1^st, Rich Loomis will begin the job of assembling the 2005 Membership Directory.

Fun Day Committee: By now you should have received the March 12^th Fun Day premium and it is also on the website. Kim Karkut will be overseeing the hospitality. The program for the day: Registration and Continental Breakfast 8-8:30; AKC Sanctioned Obedience Match 8:30-12:00, Lunch and Obedience Presentation 12-2:30; Introduction to Agility 2:30-5:30; Tattooing 12-2:00

Old Business: The decision has been made to seek a new vendor to complete the redesign of CVVC’s logo. Susan Potocik will bring the logo to a vendor within her own town to finalize the logo and have a sample within a few weeks. It was decided to form a Merchandise Committee which will include Susan Potocik, Elaine Poulin, Kim Karkut and Carol Phelps. Hopefully, we will have some sample merchandise with the logo present at June specialty.

Nominating Committee: The nominating committee for upcoming elections will be Susan Potocik, Kim Himmelfarb & John Morris.

Meeting Adjourned: With a motion to adjourn the meeting by Susan Potocik and 2^nd by Dave Margolin the meeting ended at 9:00 p.m.

CVVC’s NEW MEMBERS

Debra Rhodes & Groeme Steel

Judith Bridges

Stephen Hanna & Hejin Hahn

Thomas & Stacy Dinatale

Marea & Jim Tumber

Nancy Lang

Tim & Sheryl Morse

Samantha Shapiro & Jeff Bone

Approved Minutes of the C.V.V.C General Membership Meeting held on January 19, 2005

In attendance: Carol Phelps, Saul Himmelfarb, Susan Potocik, Linda Morris, John Morris, Tina Poincelot – Inclement weather affected attendance

President Carol Phelps called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m. after conclusion of the pizza dinner. Carol moved to amend the minutes of the December meeting to include the decision made to explore the possibility of having a versatility day some time during 2005. Dennis Witzke, Patsy Dahlinghaus, Sandy Regula and Carol Phelps agreed to serve on this committee. John Morris moved to accept the minutes as amended, Second by Saul Himmelfarb. Amended minutes accepted by unanimous vote.

Treasurer Saul Himmbelfarb reported the following balances: $8,563.00 in the checking account, $2,913.00 in the rescue fund, and $3,221.00 in the Certificate of Deposit Account. Saul will be doing one last follow-up with those that have not paid their dues (due 10/04) before those individuals/families are removed from CVVC’s mailing list.

Corresponding Secretary Susan Potocik received a letter from Fidelco encouraging dog clubs to have a team participate in their annual fundraising walk. This year, the walk will be on Saturday, May 21, 2005. If members would like to join the CVVC team and walk with their dogs, contact Sandra Jacobus for information (860-693-2158). Susan received correspondence from Pointing Dog Journal which appears to advocate the use of Rimadyl to help hunting dogs who are injured, old or infirm run through their pain. All present found this promotion objectionable, and Susan will be composing a letter to PDJ (for the Board’s review) stating our concern. Correspondence from AKC was received that indicates there is a new and improved on line system in place at the AKC website. AKC also advised that they have not yet received an application for our Greenwich specialty, and Susan will advise liaison to that show, Ida Tenenbom. CVVC also received thank you notes from the family of Kev Devejian, and from the charity of their choice, for our donation in his memory.

Rescue: There are presently no dogs in our rescue program. There was a lot of discussion about developing more concrete guidelines and procedures for screening dogs for acceptance into CVVC’s rescue program. Concern was expressed over a couple of dogs that came through our program recently that perhaps should not have been accepted. John will begin working on some draft policies and guidelines for review by the committee, including an application form to be completed by those people seeking to place a dog in our rescue program. Presently volunteering to be on the committee are John Morris, Judi Resnick, Susan Potocik and Carol Phelps.

Conformation Committee: Kim Himmelfarb has taken care of ordering the toys for the GSA specialties. No other updates – everything appears to be on track with all specialties.

Field Trial Committee: Event Secretary Saul Himmelfarb reported that everything appears to be on track for the April field trial. Birds have been ordered (all local) – Event chair Patrick Cooke has agreed to deliver them to Flaherty. Order of stakes has been determined, the wrangler confirmed and the prices established (same as last year).

Publications Committee: Steve has reported that he is on track for publication of our winter newsletter around the end of January (we are on a 4 quarterly seasonal issue schedule). Susan has gathered a lot of articles and submissions, and Susan and Carol will go help collate when the newsletter has been published.

Fun Day: Erica Nicholson reported that everything appears to be in order. She submitted a list of questions, and several decisions were made regarding the OA match specifics: The match will run from 8:30 until 12:00, pro handlers will be allowed, closing for the match will be Wednesday, March 2, 2005 at noon, the cost will be $8 for the first entry and $5 for the second entry. John Morris will be our judge. Following the match, we will have lunch and the obedience presentation from 12 to 2:00, and the agility will run from 2:30 until 5:30. Linda Morris and Carol Phelps will serve in the capacities of obedience match chairperson and secretary (they can not enter the match).

Upcoming Meetings: The animal communicator does not want to travel in the winter – so she will be coming to our MAY meeting rather than our MARCH meeting. For our March general membership meeting, we decided to re-run the Canine Good Citizen program since so few people were able to attend the January program. We also picked a location for the February Board meeting and a date for the March General Membership meeting:

Wednesday, February 16, 2005 BOARD meeting will be held at 7:00 at TGIF in Waterbury, CT.

Wednesday, March 16, 2005 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP meeting will be held at 7:00 at Jefferson House in Newington, CT. Canine Good Citizen program being rerun.

Wednesday, May 18, 2005 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP meeting. Location to be determined. Program will be animal communicator.

Publication must be made of the following new applicants for membership: Nancy Sandner, Guilford, CT; Saundi Roethel, Andover, CT; Oraine & Ted Nussbaum, Wilton, CT; Justin & Elizabeth Sausker, Middletown, CT; and Diane Bliss, New York, NY.

Meeting adjourned at 9:15. Following the meeting, John Morris demonstrated the elements of the CGC test. Handouts were provided. Minutes taken by Carol Phelps.