AKC DELEGATE REPORT Jon Curby June <strong>2007</strong> legislative agendas and <strong>the</strong> eligibility <strong>of</strong> a delegate that had been deemed to have confl icts <strong>of</strong> interest. On <strong>the</strong> legislative front, a AKC Delegates resolution was passed without dissent disapproving <strong>the</strong> California house bill AB 1634. All discussion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> bill and its consequences, Meeting <strong>of</strong> which <strong>the</strong>re were very little, was withheld from <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fi cial meeting and taken to executive session to avoid any chance <strong>of</strong> comments damaging to <strong>the</strong> defeat <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> bill being in <strong>the</strong> transcript LAS VEGAS, NEVADA <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> meeting. Committee meetings and forums The AKC board had disqualifi ed a delegate from Michigan ran from 7:30 am until 5:30 pm on on <strong>the</strong> grounds that her connection with <strong>the</strong> UKC as a consultant <strong>the</strong> day prior to <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fi cial meeting. The day began with a two qualifi ed as a confl ict <strong>of</strong> interest. (Pr<strong>of</strong>essional hour legislative forum where, as no surprise, <strong>the</strong> California House handlers and employees <strong>of</strong> competing registries, bill AB1634 was focus. There was much discussion <strong>of</strong> retaliatory etc. are included in <strong>the</strong> ineligible category) measures that should be taken by AKC in <strong>the</strong> beginning, but most The delegate body could have overturned were soon calmed and convinced that <strong>the</strong> process <strong>of</strong> making this <strong>the</strong> ruling with a two thirds vote, but after legislation <strong>the</strong> law was not nearly complete and <strong>the</strong> AKC should considerable discussion, affi rmed <strong>the</strong> board’s not do anything that would lessen its ability to infl uence <strong>the</strong> decision that <strong>the</strong> person was ineligible to be a process. Many in <strong>the</strong> fancy, including some <strong>BCOA</strong> members, have questioned keeping <strong>the</strong> AKC –Eukanuba show in Long Beach, but delegate. by <strong>the</strong> conclusion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> forum <strong>the</strong>re was no discussion <strong>of</strong> making such drastic moves. Most agreed that <strong>the</strong> AKC should stay at <strong>the</strong> forefront <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> dissent until <strong>the</strong> fi nal disposition <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> bill and Make Your Own Insect Repellent <strong>the</strong>n discuss any policy changes that might be warranted. Try <strong>the</strong>se time tested ingredients to naturally repel insects I also attended <strong>the</strong> Health Committee and Parent <strong>Club</strong> Committee meetings. The Health Committee discussed <strong>the</strong> this summer. tremendous acceptance <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> CHIC program and <strong>the</strong> impact on Like o<strong>the</strong>r health and herbal minded folk, chances are that health testing. There were also reports on <strong>the</strong> various Veterinary you are tired <strong>of</strong> using chemicals and DEET to repel insects Outreach programs that have been undertaken and <strong>the</strong> importance during <strong>the</strong> summertime. Making your own insect repellent <strong>of</strong> developing relationships between <strong>the</strong> AKC, CHF and <strong>the</strong> is easy, and much more natural than <strong>the</strong> insect repellents veterinary community. The AKC and CHF have been making commercially available. We have compiled <strong>the</strong> following presentations at Veterinary schools and pr<strong>of</strong>essional meetings as recipes for you. The ingredients and oils used in <strong>the</strong> following well as <strong>of</strong>fering scholarships to veterinary students. There is also recipes have been used for years as natural methods <strong>of</strong> consideration being given to providing fellowships for residencies in areas <strong>of</strong> particular interest to dog breeders. A new updated repelling insects. Here’s to a healthy and insect-free summer! breed chart is being sent to veterinarians as well. HERBAL INSECT REPELLENT The Parent <strong>Club</strong> Committee had Robin Stansell <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> 1/2 teaspoon citronella essential oil AKC staff answer more questions concerning <strong>the</strong> new minimum 1/2 teaspoon eucalyptus essential oil requirements that must be met each year for a club to have a show. 1/2 teaspoon lavender essential oil There are some changes in <strong>the</strong> timing <strong>of</strong> show applications in order 4 ounces distilled witch hazel for a club to complete <strong>the</strong> requirements in time to have <strong>the</strong> required Mix ingredients in a 4-ounce spray bottle. Shake well. Spray six months between application and <strong>the</strong> show date. The fees onto exposed skin, avoiding eyes and mucous membranes. charged for each separate event (conformation, obedience, agility) that would take place at <strong>the</strong> same show are being reconsidered as Reapply every 2 hours, or as needed. well. O<strong>the</strong>r than those minor changes, AKC is holding fi rm on <strong>the</strong> Recipe courtesy <strong>of</strong> Laurel Vukovic. o<strong>the</strong>r requirements such as ex pen numbers and size. The did say that ex pens do not have to be <strong>of</strong> a commercial type, <strong>the</strong>y must just August 2004, Herbs for Health be reasonable for <strong>the</strong> site, breed and number <strong>of</strong> entries. NATURAL INSECT REPELLENT A couple <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r interesting notes -- A delegate who is a 2 ounces vegetable oil or vodka former IRS employee and consults with dog clubs said IRS will 1/4 teaspoon each citronella and eucalyptus essential oils be sending forms to many non-pr<strong>of</strong>i ts at <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year where 1/8 teaspoon each cedar and rose geranium essential oils <strong>the</strong>re is concern regarding <strong>the</strong>ir status. Combine ingredients and apply mixture directly to all exposed Ano<strong>the</strong>r delegate said that her parent club was now including skin. Keep oil away from your eyes and mouth, and be careful a clause in <strong>the</strong> contracts <strong>the</strong>y negotiate for specialty sites that not to rub your eyes right away after applying <strong>the</strong> repellent stipulates that if dog legislation is passed that restricts exhibitors ability to attend <strong>the</strong> show <strong>the</strong> contract becomes void. The <strong>of</strong>fi cial meeting was concerned with two issues -- <strong>the</strong> with your fi ngers. The <strong>Basenji</strong> <strong>Club</strong> <strong>of</strong> America, Inc. BULLETIN - 14
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