Vacationland Dog Club

Pat Hastings Seminar: Structure in Action

The Central Maine Kennel Club and the Kennebec Valley Shetland Sheepdog Club will present a Pat Hastings "Structure in Action" seminar on Sunday, March 24 at the Clarion Hotel in Portland. Details and a sign-up form are in the January newsletter.

All-Breed Genetic Health Clinic

On Sunday, March 11, the Wachusett Kennel Club will present an all-bred genetic health clinic at the DogStar Activity Center in Acton, MA. Tests include blood analysis with Dr. Jean Dodds of Hemopet, DNA tests from Optigen, CERF exams with Dr. Michelle Willis, 4DX SNAP tests for heartworm and tick-borne diseases, and rabies vaccinations. Details and contact information are in the February newsletter.

All-Breed Heart and Eye Clinic

Pine Tree Golden Retriever Club is offering all-breed OFA heart exams with Dr. John MacGregor and CERF eye exams with Dr. Ruth Marrion on March 17 and 18 in Augusta. Details and a sign-up sheet are in the February newsletter.

Breeders' Symposium

The Ladies' Dog Club is sponsoring a breeders' symposium for novice, expert, and all serious dog breeders on March 25 at the DogStar Activity Center in Acton, MA. Kathi Brown will discuss the genetics of picking the right stud dog, and a panel of top breeders will discuss breeding top dogs for generations. Details and a sign-up sheet are in the February newsletter.

All-Breed Eye and Microchip Clinic

The Granite State Shetland Sheepdog Club is hosting an all-breed CERF eye clinic with Dr. Ruth Marrion on April 1 at the Oyster River Veterinary Hospital in Lee, NH. Microchips are also available. Registration deadline is March 10. Details and a registration form are in the February newsletter.

2012 Point Shows

Save the Dates! The Southern Maine Coastal Classic will take place on May 17-20, 2012 at Wassamki Springs Campground, 56 Saco Street, Scarborough, ME.