BOSTON TERRIER
SPECIALTY WEEKEND
TWO DAYS – FOUR SHOWS
4-6 MONTH PUPPY COMPETITION AT EACH SHOW
NATIONAL OWNER HANDLED SERIES
MARCH 18 -19, 2017
STURBRIDGE, MA
CONCESSIONS/VENDORS
Make Checks payable to BTCC, Inc. $25 per table if required. No charge for vendors
bringing their own set-up; a monetary donation and/or goods for our raffles would be greatly
appreciated.
Mail reservations to: Bruce Hostetler, Vendor Chair, 755 Old Colchester Rd,
Uncasville, CT 06382
[email protected]
Deadline – March 1, 2017.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
There will be a zero tolerance Policy at the BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT &
MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB Specialty Shows for poor manners, verbal abuse,
foul language or damages to property or the Host Hotel. Any mistreatment of the show
grounds, show personnel, Club members or show volunteers will result in an Event
Committee Hearing. Your anticipated cooperation is greatly appreciated.
NO COMMERCIAL VIDEOTAPING ON SHOW GROUNDS EXCEPT BY PRIOR
ARRANGEMENT WITH THE SHOW CHAIR. ALL RIGHTS TO TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE,
ADVERTISE, PROMOTE OR OTHERWISE EXPLOIT THESE SPECIALTY SHOWS ARE
VESTED IN THE BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT AND MINUTEMAN BTC OR IN
PERSONS TO WHOM ASSIGNMENTS OF SUCH RIGHTS HAVE BEEN MADE IN
WRITING BY THE CLUB. ALL PERSONS AND ANIMALS ON THE GROUNDS AT
ANYTIME WHILE THE SHOW IS IN PROGRESS, DO BY ATTENDING THIS SPECIALTY
OR PARTICIPATING THEREIN, GRANT TO THE BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CT THE
RIGHT TO PHOTOGRAPH, TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, AUDIO TAPE OR OTHERWISE
USE THEIR LIKENESS AND VOICE IN ANY MANNER WITHOUT FURTHR RELEASE OR
CONSENT. THE CLUB IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTIONS OR PRODUCTS OF
ANY COMMERCIAL VENDORS AT THIS EVENT
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ENTRIES CLOSE: 3:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, March 1, 2017
AT SHOW SECRETARY'S ADDRESS OR WHEN ENTRY LIMIT IS REACHED
After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted, except as provided
for in Chapter 11, Section 6, of the Dog Show Rules.
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BACK-TO-BACK SPECIALTY SHOWS
Annual Specialty & Sweepstakes
BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, INC.
Unbenched - Indoors
Established 1931
**ENTRY LIMIT FOR EACH SHOW IS 100**
4-6 Month Puppy Competition at each show
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Saturday, March 18, 2017
SHOW HOURS 7:00AM to 6:00 PM
No cell phones in the ballroom during show hours please
A portion of the proceeds from this show will be donated to the CDF,
Connecticut Dog Federation
All Puppy and Open Classes Divided
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION
Permission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of
event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations.
James P. Crowley, Secretary
this
OFFICERS OF THE BOSTON TERRIER
CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, Inc.
President
Bruce Hostetler
Vice President
Susan J Marker
Treasurer
Ann Burke
Secretary
Bonnie Appleby
(55 Chestnut Hill Rd, E Hampton, CT 06424-1852 [email protected])
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
​Stacie Zibel Mary Carroll Marge Smith Ruth Masin Kathleen Skorka
SHOW COMMITTEE
Esther Tyler, Show Chairman
14 Pine St, Newington, CT 06111
Trophy Chairs
Catalog Advertising
Silent Auction
Grounds
Ways & Means
Concessions/Vendors
50/50 Raffle
Rescue
Stacie Zibel & Nicole Pollack & Cyndi Bussey
Nicole Pollack
Bonnie Applebee
Connie Marker
Kathleen Skorka
Bruce Hostetler
Chris Krok
Mary Carroll
VETERINARIAN (on Call)
Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital
6 Cedar St, Sturbridge, MA 01566
508-347-7374
Boston Road Animal Hospital
1235 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA 01119
24 Hour Emergency # 413-783-0603
PHOTOGRAPHER
Bruce Hostetler
755 Old Colchester Road
Uncasville, CT 06382
MAIL ALL ENTRIES AND FEES TO
Lori Carver, Show Secretary
91 Michael Sears Rd
Belchertown, MA 01007
802-338-2857
E-mail: [email protected]
TROPHIES
All trophies must be picked up on the day of the show, except where otherwise stated.
Owners and/or agents are responsible for picking up trophies. BTCC reserves the right to
substitute trophies of equal or greater value for any trophy listed.
The following prizes are offered by The Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, through the
generosity of its members and friends, unless otherwise specified
Saturday Morning Show
BEST OF BREED​ – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Sarah England Jewelry Box donated by Donna Nardi
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX​– Paw Print Canvas Bag offered by Mary MacCollum/Margrave
Bostons
BEST OF WINNERS – ​Furminator Grooming Tool offered by Mary MacCollum/Margrave
Bostons
WINNERS DOG – ​Dog Bed
WINNERS BITCH– ​Dog Bed
RESERVE WINNERS DOG ​– Boston Terrier Cosmetic Bag
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH ​– Boston Terrier Cosmetic Bag
SELECT DOG & Select Bitch – ​Doggy Gift Bag
FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS –​ BTCC Keychain
AWARD OF MERIT –​ Doggy Gift Bag
BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH –​ Doggy Gift Bag
BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH​ – Doggy Gift Bag
BEST BRACE​ – Doggy Gift Bag
BEST OWNER HANDLER- ​Dog Related Item
Saturday Afternoon Show
BEST OF BREED​ – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Boston Terrier Yoga Towels by Society 6
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX​– AKC Waterproof Tote offered by Mary MacCallum/
Margrave Bostons
BEST OF WINNERS – ​Dog Bed
WINNERS DOG ​– Sweatshirt Blanket
WINNERS BITCH – ​Sweatshirt Blanket
RESERVE WINNERS DOG – ​Blanket
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH - ​Balnket
SELECT DOG & SELECT BITCH – ​Ceramic Treat Jar
FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS​ – BTCC Key chain
AWARD OF MERIT – ​Doggy Gift Bag
BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH –​ Doggy Gift Bag
BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH​ – Doggy Gift Bag
BEST BRACE​ – Doggy Gift Bag
BEST OWNER HANDLER – ​Dog Related Item
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP TROPHIES
Saturday Morning Show
BEST JUNIOR HANDLER ​– $10.00 gift card
FIRST IN EACH CLASS – ​BTCC keychain
SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
First through Fourth in each Sweepstakes Class​: Notebook with Dog Toy
Best In Sweepstakes: ​ Boston Terrier Pillow donated by Cyndi Bussey
Best Puppy in Sweepstakes: ​Boston Terrier Pillow
Best Junior in Sweepstakes: ​Ceramic Dog Bowl
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
Best Veteran In Sweepstakes: ​ Ceramic Dog Bowl
4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY TROPHIES
Saturday Morning Show
FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS – Ceramic Dog Bowl
Saturday Afternoon Show
FIRST 4 – 6 MONTH PUPPY CLASS – Ceramic Dog Bowl
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COLLECTORS don’t miss our silent auction and live auction Saturday night.
Donations will be greatly appreciated and may be brought to the show.
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TROPHY DONATIONS
The Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut will be offering spectacular trophies again this year.
A rosette will be awarded to the first place in each class, Winners, Best of Winners, Best of
Opposite Sex, Best of Breed, and Parade of Titleholders. A donation from you to help offset
costs will be greatly appreciated. If your donation is received by February 26, 2017 we will
acknowledge your generosity in our specialty catalog.
IN ADDITION – a donation of $50.00 entitles you to a free two-show color catalog
compliments of BTCC as our THANK YOU for your generosity.
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PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS BIOGRAPHY
(Please fill out and return with entry)
Saturday – BOSTON TERRIER CLUB OF CONNECTICUT, INC.
- jointly with Minuteman Boston Terrier Club
Dog’s Registered Name:_________________________________________
Dog’s Call Name: _______________________________________________
Age: _________
Owners: _____________________________________________________
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Please return to show secretary with entry. Please note there will be one
Parade of Title Holders for both clubs on Saturday afternoon after
confirmation judging.
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On Saturday, March 18, 2017 we will be offering a rabies
and micro-chip clinic after conformation judging. One
of Minuteman's newest club members, Maryanne Mac,
DVM has graciously offered to provide her services with
all proceeds being donated to the host clubs.
Rabies Clinic:
Microchips:
$12.00 per dog
$15.00 per dog
Please email Dr. Mac at sidestreet.com to make your
reservation.
Advance notices are requested to assure there are
ample supplies available at the show.
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ENTRIES CLOSE: 3:00 PM, WEDNESDAY, March 1, 2017
AT SHOW SECRETARY'S ADDRESS OR WHEN ENTRY LIMIT IS REACHED
After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted, except as provided
for in Chapter 11, Section 6, of the Dog Show Rules.
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BACK-TO-BACK SPECIALTY SHOWS
Annual Specialty & Sweepstakes
MINUTEMAN BOSTON TERRIER CLUB
Unbenched – Indoors
**ENTRY LIMIT FOR EACH SHOW IS 100**
4-6 Month Puppy Competition at each show
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Sunday, March 19, 2017
SHOW HOURS 7:00AM to 6:00 PM
No cell phones in the ballroom during show hours please
All Puppy and Open Classes Divided
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION
Permission is granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of
this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations.
James P. Crowley, Secretary
OFFICERS OF THE MINUTEMAN
BOSTON TERRIER CLUB
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Historian
Secretary
Donna Diamond Nardi
Mary MacCollum
Christine Procaccini
Angie McFarland
Renee Buzzell
90 Snow Road, West Brookfield, MA 01585
​Robert Glover
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Virginia O'Connell
Nicole Pollack
Sarah Fullen
SHOW COMMITTEE
Donna Diamond Nardi, Show Chairman
42 Windham Dr, East Longmeadow, MA 01028
413-279-1844
Bruce Hostetler, Assistant Show Chairman
And the following Minuteman Members
Trophies
Stacie Zibel, Nicole Pollack & Cyndi Bussey
Catalog Advertising
Nicole Pollack
Catalog Sales……………………………………………………..………Chris Krok & Carly Krok
Silent Auction
Bonnie Appleby
Hospitality……………………………………………………………….Claudia & Brad Dickinson
Grounds
Bill Lannon
Concessions/Vendors
Bruce Hostetler
50/50 Raffle
Chris Krok
First Aid…………………………………………………………….…………
..Maryanne Mac,
DVM
Rescue
Shelly Sears
VETERINARIAN (on Call)
Sturbridge Veterinary Hospital
6 Cedar St, Sturbridge, MA 01566
508-347-7374
Boston Road Animal Hospital
1235 Boston Rd, Springfield, MA 01119
24 Hour Emergency # 413-783-0603
PHOTOGRAPHER
Bruce Hostetler
755 Old Colchester Road
Uncasville, Ct 06382
MAIL ALL ENTRIES AND FEES TO
Lori Carver, Show Secretary
91 Michael Sears Rd
Belchertown, MA 01007
802-338-2857
E-mail: [email protected]
TROPHIES
All trophies must be picked up on the day of the show, except where otherwise stated.
Owners and/or agents are responsible for picking up trophies. Minuteman Boston Terrier
Club reserves the right to substitute trophies of equal or greater value for any trophy
listed.
The following prizes are offered by the Minuteman Boston Terrier Club, through the
generosity of its members and friends, unless otherwise specified
Sunday Morning Show
BEST OF BREED​ – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Sarah England Jewelry Box donated by Donna Nardi
Minuteman BTC Challenge Trophy Plaque
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX ​– Large ceramic treat jar
BEST OF WINNERS – ​Large ceramic treat jar
WINNERS DOG – ​Blanket
WINNERS BITCH - ​Blanket
RESERVE WINNERS DOG ​– Journal
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH ​– Journal
SELECT DOG – ​Blanket
SELECT BITCH – ​Blanket
FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS –​ Minuteman all-purpose
keychain/dog toy
AWARD OF MERIT –​ Blanket
BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH –​ Large ceramic treat jar
BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH​ – Large ceramic treat jar
BEST BRACE​ – Large ceramic treat jar
BEST OWNER HANDLER – ​Dog Related Item
Sunday Afternoon Show
BEST OF BREED​ – Plaque with seal set in Nickel Silver offered by the BTCA
Mirabelle Cargo Bag donated by Nicole Pollock
Minuteman BTC Challenge Trophy Plaque
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX​– Minuteman cutting board
BEST OF WINNERS – ​Large ceramic treat jar
WINNERS DOG ​– Colorful crate mat
WINNERS BITCH – ​Colorful crate mat
RESERVE WINNERS DOG – ​Journal
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH - ​Journal
SELECT DOG & SELECT BITCH - ​Blanket
FIRST PLACE IN EACH REGULAR CLASS – ​Blanket
FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH REGULAR CLASS​ – Minuteman mug/dog toy
AWARD OF MERIT – ​Blanket
BEST VETERAN DOG & BEST VETERAN BITCH –​ Colorful crate mat
BEST STUD DOG & BEST BROOD BITCH​ – Colorful crate mat
BEST BRACE​ – Colorful crate mat
BEST OWNER HANDLER – ​Dog Related Item
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP TROPHIES
Sunday Morning Show
BEST JUNIOR HANDLER ​– $10.00 gift card
FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS – ​Minuteman keychain
Sunday Afternoon Show
BEST JUNIOR HANDLER – $10.00 gift card
FIRST THROUGH FOURTH IN EACH CLASS – Minuteman mug
SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
First through Fourth in each Sweepstakes Class: M
​ inuteman Ice Scraper
Best In Sweepstakes: ​ Berkshire Blanket
Best Puppy in Sweepstakes: ​Berkshire Blanket
Best Junior in Sweepstakes: ​Boston Terrier Trivet
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES TROPHIES
Best Veteran In Sweepstakes: ​ Boston Terrier Trivet
4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY TROPHIES
Sunday Morning Show
Best Puppy - Blanket
Best Of Opposite Sex - Journal
First through Fourth : Minuteman Ice Scraper
Sunday Afternoon Show
Best Puppy - Colorful crate mat
Best of Opposite Sex - Ceramic Bowl
Classes 1-4: Minuteman Ice Scraper
MINUTEMAN BTC - Doris Bizier Challenge Trophy will be awarded to the Best of
Breed Winner at each show provided that the person handling the dog is a breeder of
record and an owner of record of the dog.
Judging Panel
Saturday Morning Show
Conformation, 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship
Mrs. Cindy Stansell
2199 Government Rd, Clayton, NC 27520
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes
Mrs. Julie Luther
42 Padden Road, Franklin, MA 02038
Saturday Afternoon Show
Conformation & 4-6 Month Puppy
Mr. Mark Threlfall
637 Daniel Webster HWY, Merrimack, NH 03054
Sunday Morning Show
Conformation, 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship
Mr. Robin L. Stansell
2199 Government Rd, Clayton, NC 27520
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes
Mrs. Gale Golden
331 Hosmer Street, Marlboro, MA 01752
Sunday Afternoon Show
Conformation & 4-6 Month Puppy & Junior Showmanship
Mr. Jeffery Langevin
11 Maria Jane Rd, New Hampton, NH 03256
ENTRY FEES
First entry of each dog (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$33
Each additional class (for same dog) (includes $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$23
Bred-by-Exhibitor (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$28
Sweepstakes Classes (must be entered in a regular class)
$20
4-6 Month Puppy Competition…………………………………………………………………..$20
Brace (unit) NO FEE as an Additional Entry
$20
Junior Showmanship (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$18
Parade of Title Holders Only
$20
Parade of Title Holders as an Additional Class
NO FEE
CATALOG ADVERTISING
Announce your Wins, Best Wishes, Services, and Club Activities in the catalog. All ads
must be received by February 27, 2017.
RATES:
FULL PAGE (5" X 8")
HALF PAGE (5" X 4")
BACK COVER
INSIDE BACK COVER
$50
$30
$100 (check for availability)
$75 (check for availability)
SEND COPY, PHOTOS, and PAYMENT TO: Nicole Pollack, Advertising Chairman
I will bring all photos to the show, come and find me so I can return them to you!
Nicole Pollack
117 Concord Way
Portsmouth, NH 03801
603-498-5172
[email protected]
Make checks payable to: Minuteman BTC
RIBBON PRIZES
Regular Classes
First Prizes - Blue Rosette
Second Prizes - Red Ribbon
Third Prizes - Yellow Ribbon
Fourth Prizes - White Ribbon
Winners - Purple Rosette
Reserve Winners - Purple & White Rosette
Best of Winners
Blue and White Rosette
Select Dog & Select Bitch
Light Blue and White Rosette
Best of Breed
Purple and Gold Rosette
Best of Opposite to Best of Breed
Red and White Rosette
Award of Merit……………………………………………………………………… Green Rosette
Best Owner Handler…………………………………………………………………..Red Rosette
Non-Regular Classes
First Prize - Rose Rosette
Second Prize - Brown Ribbon
Third Prize - Light Green Ribbon
Fourth Prize - Gray Ribbon
Best Veteran Dog & Bitch
Rose Rosette
Best Stud Dog in Classes
Rose Rosette
Best Brood Bitch in Classes
Rose Rosette
Best Brace
Rose Rosette
Best Puppy in Sweepstakes
Orange Rosette
Best Junior in Sweepstakes
Orange Rosette
Best in Sweepstakes
Pink & Green Rosette
Best in Veteran Sweepstakes
Pink & Green Rosette
Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweeps
Lavender Rosette
Best Junior Handler
Pink & Green Rosette
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Puppy 6-9
American Bred
Puppy 9-12
Open, Under 15 lbs
Juniors 12-18
Open, Over 15 lbs & Under 20 lbs
.Bred By Exhibitor
Open, 20 lbs but not to exceed 25 lbs
Winners
Best of Breed
Award of Merit ​(The judge may select one Award of Merit Winner from the Best of Breed
Class for each eight competing, not to exceed a total of six)
Bred-by-Exhibitor (BBE) Class Eligibility
All dogs entered in BBE class must be individually registered with the AKC
The person handling the dog must be breeder of record of the dog and an owner of
record of the dog.
Non-Regular Single Entry Classes
Veteran Dog & Bitch Classes​: For dogs/bitches seven (7) years & older on the day of the
show. (Winners in these classes are eligible for Best of Breed.)
Multiple Dog Entries
(Winners in these classes are not eligible for Best of Breed.)
Stud Dog Class​. Will be for Stud Dogs and two of their get. Stud Dogs must be entered in
the Stud Dog Class and must be shown in the ring with their get. Owner of the Stud Dog
need not necessarily be owner of get. While the merits of the Stud Dog are not to be
considered in the placement of the entry, the Stud Dog must be examined in order to
determine if it has a condition that would require its disqualification or excusal under the
Dog Show Rules, AKC policy, or the standard for its breed. Get must be entered in a
regular class, Best of Breed competition, or some other non-regular class.
Brood Bitch Class​.
Produce for Get.
Same as above except substitute Brood Bitch for Stud Dog and
Brace Class​. For two dogs with at least one owner in common, irrespective of sex. Dogs
compromising a Brace must be named in “Additional Entry” portion of the entry form. If a
dog that is to be part of a Brace is not entered in another class it must be entered for “Brace
Class Only”. In making entries for “Brace Class Only”, full particulars must be given for
each dog on individual regular entry forms. If more than one Brace is entered by the same
owner, the dogs comprising EACH Brace must be so designated “Brace No. 1”, Brace No.
2”, etc.
Parade of Titleholders. ​For AKC registered dogs and bitches Titleholders of Record.
Champions entered in the Best of Breed Competition will be automatically entered in the
Parade of Titleholders, rosettes awarded at completion of participation in parade.
Titleholders not entered in a Regular or Non-Regular Class may be entered for Exhibition
Only in the Parade of Titleholders. The entry MUST have TITLE PARADE on it under
“additional classes”. Participating entrants will receive a Rosette with their name imprinted
on it.
PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES
Puppy 6-9 mo. Puppy 9-12 mo. Junior 12-18 mo.
All dogs entered in Sweepstakes must be entered in regular classes. NO CHAMPIONS.
Entry for Sweepstakes should be placed in "Additional Entry" on entry blank.
PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES MONEY PRIZES
After 30% has been retained by the Club for expenses, the remainder divided as
follows:
First Place
Third Place
25%
15%
Second Place
Fourth Place
20%
10%
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES CLASSES
Divided by sex. ​Veteran Dog & Bitch Classes​: For dogs/bitches seven (7) years & older
on the day of the show.
All dogs entered in Veteran Sweepstakes must be entered in a regular or non-regular class.
Entry for Sweepstakes should be placed in "Additional Entry" on entry blank.
VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES MONEY PRIZES
After 30% has been retained by the Club for expenses, the remainder will be divided
as follows:
First Place
Third Place
25%
15%
Second Place
Fourth Place
20%
10%
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP COMPETITION
NOTE:​ Effective January 1, 1989 (AKC)
Junior Handler Numbers are now required for entry in Junior Showmanship. Numbers
may be obtained from the American Kennel Club - PHONE (919) 816-3595.
For additional information contact American Kennel Club, Junior Showmanship, 5580
Centerview Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606. Phone (919) 816-3776 or E-mail: t​ [email protected]​.
Entry blank MUST be filled out with the necessary information; otherwise the entry in
Junior Showmanship will not be accepted.
Novice Junior Class: ​For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years
old on the day of the show and who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class.
Novice Intermediate Class: ​For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under
15 years old on the day of the show and who have not won three First Places in a Novice
Class.
Novice Senior Class: ​For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18
years old on the day of the show who have not won three First Places in a Novice Class
with competition present.
Open Junior Class: ​For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years
old on the day of the show and have won three First Places in a Novice Class with
competition present.
Open Intermediate Class: ​For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15
years old on the day of the show and who have won three First Places in a Novice Class
with competition present.
Open Senior Class: ​For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years
old on the day of the show and have won three First Places in a Novice Class with
competition present.
Master Class: ​This class will be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under
18 years on the day of the show, and who have won the 10 first place wins in an Open
class with Competition to be eligible to enter the Limited Class Competition. The
calendar for this class will be November 1 – October 31 of the following year.
Eligibility of Dog. ​Each dog entered in a regular Junior Showmanship Class must be of a
breed eligible to compete in the conformation classes (including Miscellaneous Classes) at
the event. Dogs may be PAL/ILP, Full-, or Limited-Registered to compete in Junior
Showmanship Classes, additionally, spayed and neutered specimens are eligible for
competition. Breeds excluded from competition at the event are not eligible. The dog must
be entered in one of the classes associated with the event or must be entered for Junior
Showmanship only. An eligible dog other than the one entered may be substituted. Such
substitution must be accompanied by an official AKC entry form. The junior must have the
AKC number of the substitute dog. All such substitutions must be made with the
Superintendent or Show Secretary at least one half hour prior to the judging of any Junior
Showmanship Classes at the show. Each dog must be owned or co-owned by the Junior
Handler or by the Junior Handler’s father, mother, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, grandfather,
or grandmother, including the corresponding step and half relations, or by a permanent
member of the Junior Handler’s household as recorded with The American Kennel Club at
the time entries close or an application for transfer of ownership must be sent to The
American Kennel Club by the new owner within seven days after the last day of the show.
BITCHES IN SEASON ARE NOT ELIGIBLE. ​At a Specialty Show, each dog must be of
the breed for which the show is held. ​A Junior is limited to one substitution at a dog show.
If one of the owners of the dog is a judge, the dog may be entered in Junior Showmanship
Only to be exhibited by the Junior at an event where the judge is judging classes other than
Junior Showmanship.
4 AND UNDER 6 MONTHS PUPPY COMPETITION
One combined class will be offered for each variety of dogs that are (4) four months &
under (6) six months.
An AKC registration number or AKC litter registration number will be required for entry.
A foreign born dog may enter this class if they are registered in the country of origin.
Exhibitors should plan on opening the mouth of their puppy for the judge. Breed Standard
disqualifications such as color, height, weight or dentition shall not be a point of
consideration in the judging process for this 4 & Under 6 Months Puppy in Show
Competition.
You must Pre-Enter this competition using the enclosed entry blank and sending it along
with the required fee to the Show Secretary.
Dogs that are owned or co-owned by a professional handler may complete in this
class, but must be handled by a non-professional handler. Professional handlers are
defined as any person who belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers’
organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented
themselves as handling dogs for pay. Dogs may not be exhibited by current
assistants and household members of a professional handler​.
No puppies under the age of six (6) months, except those participating in the 4 & Under 6
Months Puppy Competition, may be on the grounds.
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Directions to the Sturbridge Host
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Sturbridge Host Hotel
(508) 347-7393
Room Rate is $114 + tax. Book early and be sure to mention the Minuteman Boston terrier
Club to receive the discounted rate. The management cannot guarantee room rate on
reservations booked after February 24, 2017. One time, non-refundable pet fee of $35 (limit
4 dogs per room)
Alternate Lodge / Pet Friendly: Motel 6, Sturbridge, MA (508) 347-7327
Days Inn, Sturbridge, MA (508) 411-3436
Directions:
From North, East & West – MA Turnpike (Interstate 90) to exit 9, Route 20 West
From South – Either Interstate 84 or Route 131 to Route 20 West
Hotel is located on Route 20.
ENTRY FEES
First entry of each dog (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$33
Each additional class (for same dog) (includes $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$23
Bred-by-Exhibitor (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$28
Sweepstakes Classes (must be entered in a regular class)
$20
4-6 Month Puppy Competition…………………………………………………………………..$20
Brace (unit) NO FEE as an Additional Entry
$20
Junior Showmanship (includes $.50 AKC recording & $3.00 Event Service Fee)
$18
Parade of Title Holders Only
$20
Parade of Title Holders as an Additional Class
NO FEE
HOW TO USE THE ENTRY BLANK
Use one entry blank per dog only if information is exactly the SAME for each day.
Carefully check the block (blocks) for each show in which you wish to enter your
dog. You MUST use a SEPARATE entry blank if you are entering your dog in a
different class on different days (e.g. Open Class on Day 1 and American-bred Class
on Day 2).
YOU MUST MAKE A SEPARATE CHECK PAYABLE TO EACH
CLUB THAT YOU ENTER.
Mail all entries with fees to:
Lori Carver
91 Michael Sears Rd
Belchertown, MA 01007
(All overnight entries should be sent "No Signature Required")
CREDIT CARD AND FAX ENTRIES:
For credit card entries call Showtime Entry Service
1-800-798-5531 or you may fax entries entries with credit card
information to 1-609-935-0909
** Note that there will be a charge added to your credit card of $6.00
for each dog and each show entered*
OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – AM Show
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – PM Show
Saturday March 18, 2017
Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – AM Show
Sunday March 19, 2017
Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – PM Show
Sunday March 19, 2017
Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Entry fee: ​$33.00 for Regular Classes, see entry fee schedule for additional fees.
Entries close ​at the Secretary's office at 12:00 noon, ​Wednesday, March 1, 2017, ​after which time entries cannot
be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules.
Mail Entries With Fees To: ​Lori Carver, Secretary, 91 Michael Sears Rd, Belchertown, MA 01007
I enclose $___________ for entry fees.
Telephone
E-mail
OWNER HANDLER ELIGIBLE:
YES ______
NO______
OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM
Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – AM Show
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Boston Terrier Club of Connecticut, Inc – PM Show
Saturday March 18, 2017
Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – AM Show
Sunday March 19, 2017
Minuteman Boston Terrier Club – PM Show
Sunday March 19, 2017
Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main St, Sturbridge, MA
Entry fee: ​$33.00 for Regular Classes, see entry fee schedule for additional fees.
Entries close ​at the Secretary's office at 12:00 noon, ​Wednesday, March 1, 2017, ​after which time entries cannot
be accepted, cancelled, or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules.
Mail Entries With Fees To: ​Lori Carver, Secretary, 91 Michael Sears Rd, Belchertown, MA 01007
I enclose $___________ for entry fees.
Telephone
E-mail
OWNER HANDLER ELIGIBLE:
YES ______
NO______
SHOW REGULATIONS
Entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, altered or substituted, after the entries have closed,
except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows.
Make all Checks and Money Orders payable to each club, Canadian exhibitors must make fees
payable in U.S. Funds. Please mail checks or money orders with entries. Secretary assumes no
responsibility for cash sent through the mail. All entries are to be mailed with fees to Lori Carver,
Secretary, 18 Plainfield Rd, Cummington, MA 01026. Entries will not be accepted without fees.
Acknowledgement of entries will be made as soon as practical. Should such acknowledgement not
be received by the exhibitor within a reasonable time, please notify the Secretary.
An Event Service Fee and a Recording fee will be required for each dog entered at any Licensed or
Member Club Show, Obedience Trial or Tracking Test. These fees are to be collected by the
Show-giving Club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class
in the show, the Recording Fee is to be collected on the first entry only. (American Kennel Club
Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2).
Post Dated Checks and Returned Checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Secretary will add a
collection fee to the amount of each returned check.
Fees must accompany entries. This club and/or Secretary assume no responsibility for wrong or
incomplete information given on the entry blank by the owner or agent. This club and its Secretary
assume no responsibility for the owner or the owner’s agent entering a dog in a class in which it is
not eligible to compete, or for entering the dog twice.
Entry fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, lame, excused by
Veterinarian or Judge, or because it has been entered incorrectly, or barred from competition by
action of the Show Committee. There is no refund for duplicate entries. If because of riots, civil
disturbances or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to open or to
complete the show, no refund of entry fee will be made.
The Show-giving club is not responsible for the loss of, damage to, or death of any dog exhibited or
for the possessions of any participant, whether the result of accident or any other cause. It is
expressly understood that every dog at this show is in the care and custody and control of his owner
or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. Do not leave dogs in closed
vehicles.
The welfare of any exhibitor’s/spectator’s child is the responsibility of the exhibitor/spectator. It is
expressly understood that exhibitors/spectators will exercise control and restraint over their children
on the site and surrounding areas. The Show-giving Club is not responsible for theft or damage to
vehicles or personal property.
The Specialty Clubs may decline any entries for cause and may refuse to receive or may remove any
dog on account of disease, viciousness or other causes and no one shall have any claim or recourse
against the Specialty Clubs or any official thereof.
PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOG
Judges are not required to wait for dogs. The owner or handler of each dog is solely responsible for
having it ready at ringside. The show-giving Club and the Secretary have no obligation or
responsibility for providing service through a public address system or stewards for the purpose of
calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. Dogs may arrive any time
prior to their scheduled time of judging. Dogs not required for further judging will be excused.
All dogs present must be held on leash except when being judged.
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