37th Potomac Specialty
Conformation - April 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th, 2012
Four Rally Trials - April 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th, 2012
Four Obedience Trials - April 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th, 2012
Canine Good Citizen & Therapy Dog International Testing & Certification
Sponsored By:
Holiday Inn Conference Center at FSK Mall
Frederick, Maryland
2012 Host Hotel Details
Directions to Potomac
Other Frederick Area Hotels
Airport Transportation
Frederick Tourism
2012 Directory
* Judges * Judging Schedule * Premium * Event Committee * Committees * Judge's Education At Potomac * Potomac Gala * Juniors At Potomac * Health Clinics * CGC * Catalog Ads * Obedience & Rally * RV Parking * Vendors and Concessions * Match * Raffle * International Reception * General Trophy Fund Donations *Judges
Best of Breed - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Non-Regular Except Stud/Brood/Generations - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Veterans - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Best Veteran - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Hunting Retriever - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Best Hunting Retriever - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Best Puppy - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Best Bred By Classes - Dr. Michael J. Woods (Waterdog)
Bitches & Generations - Mrs. Marilyn Elizabeth Prior (Priorise)
Dogs, Stud Dogs, Brood Bitches - Mr. Richard L. Edwards (Lasgarn)
Sweepstakes Dogs - Mrs. Marion Daniel (Mar-moye)
Veteran Sweepstakes Dogs - Mrs. Marion Daniel (Mar-moye)
Best Veteran Sweepstakes - Mrs. Marion Daniel (Mar-moye)
BOS Puppy Sweepstakes - Mrs. Marion Daniel (Mar-moye)
Sweepstakes Bitches - Ms. Sheree Paskert (Cornerstone)
Veteran Sweepstakes Bitches - Ms. Sheree Paskert (Cornerstone)
BOS Veteran Sweepstakes - Ms. Sheree Paskert (Cornerstone)
Best Puppy Sweepstakes - Ms. Sheree Paskert (Cornerstone)
Junior Showmanship - Ms. Lisa E. Weiss (Lobuff)
Obedience Tuesday - Mrs. Nancy K. Withers
Obedience Wednesday - Mrs. Nancy K. Withers
Obedience Thursday - Mrs. M. E. "Betsy" Baird
Obedience Friday - Mrs. M. E. "Betsy" Baird
Rally & Rally Pairs Tuesday - Mrs. Nancy K. Withers
Rally & Rally Team Wednesday - Mrs. Nancy K. Withers
Rally & Rally Plus Thursday - Mrs. M. E. "Betsy" Baird
Rally Friday - Mrs. M. E. "Betsy" Baird
Judging Schedule - When Available
Tentative Schedule of Events
Tentative Schedule of Events
37th Annual Potomac Premium
37th Potomac Specialty Premium
Event Committee
Show Chairman - Vicky Creamer
Assistant Show Chairperson - Mike Creamer
Obedience/Rally Trial I & II Chairman - Linda Surmacz
Obedience/Rally Trial III & IV Chairman - Susan Smith
Assistant Obedience & Rally Chairperson - Cindy Harbaugh
And All Officers & Directors of the Club
Committees
Auction - Carol Quaif
Catalog Advertising - Linda Berkeley, Tina Barks & Lisa Weiss
Catalog Sales - Anne Maynard
CGC/TDI - Ellen Moon
Chief Steward - Allen (Buddy) Voshell
Club Table - Sara Raynor & Susan Patterson
Concessions - Jodi Riley
Emergency Preparedness - Charles (Bucky) Simpson
B Match - Rachael Shatz
C Match - Linda Surmacz
Grounds - Charles (Bucky) Simpson
Health Clinic - Vicky Creamer
International Guest Hostesses - Sherry Jessup & Dorothea George
Judges' Education Seminar - Traci Stintzcum
Judges Welfare - Valerie Taylor
Membership Meeting (Tuesday)- Betty Dust
Member Recognition - Cheryl Little
Junior Showmanship Coordinator - Becky Coss
Parade of Rescue Dogs - Ruth Ellen Coffey
Potomac Gala - Donna Forney
Premium List - Vicky Creamer
Publicity - Anne Maynard
Raffle Donations - Christina Trojak
Raffle Table- Wortley Ganoe & Keith Ensor & Diane Leonard
Ring Decorations - Tina Barks
RV Coordinator - Penny Kretchmer
Show Decoys - Cindy Harbaugh
Show Trophies - Donna Forney, Mary Ann Hart & Travis Scarlett
Trophy Donations - Sharlene Pitman
Photographer - J. C. Photography
Notice
All rights to TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, ADVERTISE, PHOTOGRAPH, PROMOTE or otherwise exploit these events are vested in The Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac, Inc. or in persons to whom assignments of such rights have been made in writing by the Club. All persons and animals on the event grounds at anytime while the events are in progress, do so by attending these events or participating therein, grant to the Club the right to photograph, televise, videotape, audiotape or othewise use their likeness and voice in any manner without further release or consent.
Judges' Education At Potomac*
The LRCP is pleased to present a judges' education seminar for judges and those interested in becoming a judge on Monday, April 9th with Dr. Michael Woods (Waterdog) and Clare White-Peterson. The seminar will consist of three separate sessions. The first session begins Monday morning in the Hotel Ballroom with a classroom presentation "The Labrador Retriever" by Dr. Michael Woods. The second session, Monday afternoon, will be limited to twenty five (25) participants and will be a hands-on examination of labradors. The third session on Tuesday will be ring-side mentoring. Each Monday session will cost $25 and will include morning muffins and coffee. Tuesday's mentoring session will be free, but participants must register in advance for planning purposes. Lunch may be purchased both days at the Hotel Concession in the Atrium.
Participants are asked to complete the following reservation form and make payment(Paypal accounts OR any major credit card accepted). You will receive an immediate email acknowledgment for your reservation and payment. For additional information, please contact contact Traci Stintzcum at (717)657-2116 or email at foxhilllabs@aol.com
The Potomac Gala
Ah... the Potomac Gala! Veterans Night! The Silent Auction! Juniors at Potomac! The Live Auction! It's gonna be a full night of fun. As always, Yellow, Chocolate or Black Tie is Optional. But the fun is not. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 11 in the Hotel Ballroom. We have available, twenty reserved tables for you and nine of your closest friends for veterans judging and the live auction. Make reservations now (see Reservation Form below) for a good seat and a good time!
Juniors at Potomac - “Retrieving for the Future!”
The Club is delighted to announce a program of special events for Junior Handlers attending the Potomac Specialty in 2012. Plan to attend a social in the Hotel Atrium on Tuesday, April 10, to meet the competition and receive your show assignments for the week. And get ready for the big night Wednesday in the Hotel Ballroom where Breeder/Judge Ms. Lisa Weiss will choose the Best Junior. And if you survive that, we are planning a Junior Handler Training Seminar on Thursday evening. All Juniors ages 9 - 18 are welcome whether you are competing or not.
Parents contact Rebecca Coss, LRCP Junior Showmanship Coordinator at Becky Coss if you have questions.
Potomac 2012 Health Clinic
The LRCP is pleased to offer heart exams, Optigen tests, EIC testing and much more for your dogs at Potomac 2012. Cardiologist Dr. Luis Braz-Ruivo. DVM, DVSc DACVIM will be available to perform Ausculation with echocardiogram with color doppler. Please download the flyer below for complete details including information for registration and prepayment. Dr. Kathy Sneider, DMV will be here with her Mobile Vet Clinic and will be available to take OFA Hip & Elbow X-Rays and much more! And, Dr. Scott Dove DVM will be available again this year to collect Stud dogs for frozen semen.
To schedule an Optigen, EIC or DDC test, please go to the appropriate organization web site (Optigen (BKXi414), University of Minnesota VDL or DNA Diagnostics Center) to pre-register and make payment.
To sehedule an echocardiogram, please download and complete the OFA form and bring it with you to the clinic. Then, simply use the online form below to pre-register and make payment (Paypal accounts OR all major credit cards accepted). We will call you when the judging schedule has been published to set up an appointment. Discounts are offered for all tests, but require pre-registration and prepayment.
Canine Good Citizen & Therapy Dog International Testing & Certification
The LRCP is pleased to offer testing and certification for Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog International. What a wonderful treat for you and your dog and everyone you meet! I speak from personal experience - check it out! All testing will be done indoors in the Ballroom by pre-registration only and every passing team will receive a rosette! CGC is $20 and TDI is $20. OR, both CGC and TDI individual certification for the same team for $30. (This gives the option for CGC certificate from AKC along with awards for both levels) Registration closes April 2 with a limit of 20 dogs. Testing will be done from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 11th. Participants MUST preregister and dog MUST have a BUCKLE COLLAR or Non-Training HARNESS ONLY. Also, handler must bring the dog's brush for that part of both tests. Scheduling will be sent to participants via email shortly after entries close on April 2nd. There is no age restriction for the CGC Test. However, in order to participate in the TDI test your dog MUST be at least one year old.
Things to do: Use the Reservation Form (green link below) to register and prepay (all major credit cards or Paypal account)for your test(s). Send proof of current vaccinations and proof of county license to the test evaluator at the address below AND to the activity chair, Ellen Moon at the address below. Also, bring hard copy of these documents with you to the test.
Things to bring: Dog's registration name & number(if you have one - dog is not required to be registered); birth date/age; proof of rabies & county registration; buckle collar and your dog's brush. Don't forget the dog :)
CGC Evaluator:
Ellen Moon
148 Moon's Lane
Frostburg, MD
301-689-3385
goldenmoonlabs@hotmail.com
TDI Evaluator:
Peggy J. Dobbins
7523 Todd Place
Manassas, VA 20109
(703) 368-1994
PEGGYDOBB@AOL.COM
If you would like more information on either of these great programs, the AKC offers a wonderful brochure on their web site. For more information on the TDI certificate please go to www.tdi-dog.org Additionally, Ellen Moon has prepared a couple of guides to help you prepare for these tests. A summary of test requirements will give you a complete overview of each step of the tests. What is AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Program? will give you some history and background on the tests. I recommend both.
For more information, please contact Ellen Moon (301)-689-3385 or (866)-309-0493.
Catalog Ads
Deadline: February 28, 2012
Catalog Ad Form
Download Catalog Ad Form and Follow Instructions
A full page ad is $75. One photo can be used with a full page ad. Half pages are $45. No photos can be used with half page ads. If you have catalog ad questions, please contact Linda Berkeley or Tina Barksor Lisa Weiss
Obedience & Rally Welcome
The Club is pleased to host four indoor obedience and four indoor rally trials at Potomac this year. Directions to Breakaway Action Dogs, Inc., where the Obedience and Rally trials will be held, and alternate directions are available at the link below for Google map/directions. Additionally, the Club will host an Obedience C Match on Monday for anyone wishing to participate. Please see below for details and join us for a fun start to Potomac 2012!
For additional information please contact Cindy Harbaugh.
Directions to Breakaway Action Dogs
Obedience C Match:
Obedience C Match:
Monday April 9, 2012
Location: Breakaway Action Dogs
Entries taken form 11 to 1 PM ringside.
10 minute sessions of practice ring time for each entry.
Entry fees are $10 each.
Entries limited to Labrador Retrievers.
Contact Linda Surmacz at lcspt@zoominternet.net or 410.441.4170 for more information.
If you have questions before the show, please contact the Rally and Obedience Chairs above.
Notice: Anyone interested in joining a team for Rally Team on Wednesday should contact Susan Smith.
Motor Home/RV Parking
Exhibitors wishing to park a motor home or recreational vehicle at the Holiday Inn must agree to abide by the following "Rules, Regulations and User Agreement" and must make advance reservations and pay the applicable fees not later than April 6(see form below). The LRCP gratefully acknowledges the efforts of Penny Kretchmer who has volunteered to coordinate motor home/RV parking for the 2012 show. Please note that all RV parking will be assigned by Penny who has the full blessing and authority of the Club to make these decisions. Your cooperation is appreciated. Towed vehicles may be claimed at Henry's Towing in Fairfax, Virginia.
Motor Home/RV Rules, Regulations and User Agreement
Vendors and Concessions
Vendors wishing to participate at the 2012 Potomac Specialty should contact the Vendor Chair, Jodi Riley at applemtlabs@yahoo.com or 717-677-0140 for information as soon as possible. Space is extremely limited and returning vendors are given preference. Please download and read all of the documents below before contacting the Jodi. Returning vendors must complete the registration process and make non-refundable payment not later than February 15, 2012. Please use the Vendor Registration Form below to make payment with the credit card of your choice or your Paypal account if you have one. New vendors must also complete the registration process and make non-refundable payment as soon as Jodi confirms that space is available. All vendors must sign and return the Vendor Agreement below.
Pre-Show Match and Pizza Party
Sanctioned B Match
With time on our hands and nothing left to do but dream up more fun things to entertain our guests, the Club proudly announces a Pre-Potomac Match! Get out! No really! On Monday, April 9th, starting at 1:00 PM, the following judges have graciously agreed to consider whatever you have in your van or xpen. Not ready for showtime? Don't leave that puppy at home. This is the functional equivalent of the NFL Pre-Game Show, with cheerleaders and crazy beer ads and pizza party when it's all over sponsored By Dr. Rock Vali, DVM, Chinar Labardors & Mt. Pleasant Hospital for Animals.
Regular Classes: Anja Verbeek (Farbourne) The Netherlands
Sweepstakes: Gunilla Ek (Attikonak) Spain
NO class division by color.
Regualar Classes for Dogs and Bitches:
6-9
9-12
12-15
15-18
Novice
Open - all dogs/bitches over 18 months
Awards will be for Best Puppy and Best Opposite Puppy
and Best Adult and Best Opposite Adult
Rosettes will be given to all placements.
SweepstakesClasses for Dogs and Bitches:
6-9
9-12
12-15
15-18
Awards will be for Best in Sweeps and Best of Opposite in Sweeps.
Rosettes will be given to all placements.
You may pre-register using the form below. On site entries will be taken from 8:30 AM to 11:45 AM in the atrium of the Francis Scott Key Holiday Inn. Entries will close promptly at 11:45, no exceptions. Entry fees: $15.00 for all classes. Each dog or bitch must be entered in the regular conformation class to enter sweepstakes. Judging starts at 1:00 PM. Judges will determine judging order to help avoid ring conflicts. If you have questions or require additional information, please contact Rachael Shatz at wyndchimelabs@yahoo.com or (703)430-4554.
Don't forget: Pizza Party in the atrium when the match is over sponsored By Dr. Rock Vali, DVM, Chinar Labardors & Mt. Pleasant Hospital for Animals.
Raffle Donations
Friends, guests and exhibitors may make donations to the Potomac Raffle in a variety of ways. Articles may be delivered to the Raffle table Tuesday morning as usual. Alternatively, you may mail or hand deliver items for the Raffle to Vicky Creamer for storage until showtime. Finally, the Club is grateful to anyone wishing to make a cash donation. The Paypal button below will allow you to make a donation using the credit card of your choice or your Paypal account if you have one. The Club wishes to thank all Potomac exhibitors for your continuing support.
Reception for International Guests
Sponsored By:
The LRCP is proud to announce a welcome reception for our guests from around the world sponsored by Paulo Cimerman and Dicroft Labradors and hosted by past Club Presidents, Sherry Jessup, Marilyn Reynolds and Dorothea George. Please join us in the Hotel Atrium Thursday evening at 5:00 PM for a glass of wine and light h'ordeureves.
General Trophy Fund
The Club welcomes donations to the General Trophy Fund for the 37th Annual Potomac Specialty (2012). Donations received before the Catalog is published will be listed in the Catalog. Donors may mail checks payable to The LRCP, Inc. to Shar Pitman at 17647 Wild Cherry Lane, King George, VA 22485 or use the following Paypal link to pay electronically with credit card or Paypal account. Donations must be received by February 28, 2012 to appear in the Catalog.
Labrador Trivia
Hosted by Tony Ciprian (Lake Pine)
Tuesday Evening
