ISSDC NE :: MARCH 19/20 :: ISSDC NE REGIONAL SPECIALTY

ISSDC NE REGIONAL SPECIALTY!

Be sure to join us for the ISSDC NE Regional Specialty. This specialty is being held in conjunction with the NAKC show organization. It’s a heck of a weekend to show as there are three Shiloh Shepherd Specialties that weekend! Come out and support your Shiloh Shepherd family, your breed club and have a great time!


WHAT:
2011 ISSDC NE Regional Specialty

This specialty is being held in conjunction with the NAKC organization during their Spring Super Show, March 19 & 20, 2011. One of the shows on Saturday will be an ISSDC NE Regional Specialty with ISSDC Specialty Ribbons for winners.

Currently NAKC has seven shows scheduled for the weekend. In addition to the ISSDC NE Regional Specialty, the TSSR as well as NAKC itself are sponsoring Shiloh Shepherd Specialties during the show schedule! The ISSDC NE Regional and TSSR specialties will be held on Saturday with the NAKC Shiloh Shepherd Specialty being held on Sunday.


WHEN:
Saturday March 19th – Sunday March 20th, 2011
10am - 'til?

Seven Conformation Shows will be held both Saturday and Sunday and NAKC shows are scheduled to start at 10am sharp unless otherwise noted.

Shows run rain or shine.


WHERE:
Reading Expo Center
2525 North 12th Street
Reading, PA 19605-2749

NAKC website: http://www.nakcdogshows.com/calendar.html


HOW MUCH:
For all entry fee information and pre-entry forms, please visit the NAKC website.
NAKC website: http://www.nakcdogshows.com/how_to_enter.html


Photos below from a previous show: (left to right) Shiloh Shepherd Baal watching the show, some nifty trophies and finally, Shiloh Shepherd Bismarck with owner Traci Runyon of Stardust Shilohs.

ISSDC PNW/WEST :: FEBRUARY 27 :: REGIONAL SPECIALTY

WHO WILL BE OUR BEST IN SPECIALTY?

The PNW/West Region of the ISSDC is extremely happy to announce, and proud to invite you to, our very first ISSDC PNW/West Regional Specialty! Come on out the weekend of February 26 & 27 to Ridgefield, WA to join us for this event. Our Specialty will take place in conjunction with the IABCA 2011 Evergreen Winter Sieger.


WHAT:
Our first Regional Specialty for our Pacific Northwest/West Region. IABCA is holding four shows during their 2011 Evergreen Winter Sieger and we encourage all of our Shilohs to participate, however the ISSDC PNW/West Regional Specialty will take place during Show 2 on Saturday. All Shilohs are welcome and we hope to see all you West Coasters at the show!

ISSDC PNW/WEST REGIONAL SHILOH SPECIALTY
Regular and Specialty Classes are offered.

Conformation Classes for the specialty include 3-6 mos, 6-9 mos, 9-12 mos, 12-18 mos, Open, Veterans, Best of Breed, Companion, and Progeny


WHEN:
February 26, 2011

The specialty will be held within Show 2 on Saturday, February 26th, so all entrants participating in the specialty will need to register with IABCA for, at least, Show 2 on Saturday.


WHERE:
Clark County Fairgrounds
17402 NE Delfel Road
Ridgefield, WA
(Indoors, South Hall 1, free parking)


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION:
To register for the IABCA shows visit their website; choose the Feb 26/27 Ridgefield, WA show. Again we encourage you to participate in all four shows, but if you choose to participate in only the Specialty you must at least register for Show 2.

You must also contact Karen Emery if you wish to participate in the Specialty.


Note: Regular entry for IABCA closes at 6pm Pacific time on Friday, February 18. Late entries will be taken until February 24 at 6pm Pacific time. After this time, the show is closed to all entries. So enter NOW!

Win/Show photos will be taken, as usual, by IABCA's photographer but
Jacki Wilde of WildeShots will be available to take portraits or candids away from the show, contact her for appointments


Photos below from previous shows: (left to right) Bev R from Siskiyou Shepherds with Summit; Alpine of Pacific Crest Shiloh Shepherds after a hard weekend of showing; Sherry D of Island Mist Shilohs with Nimbus and his ribbons.

ISSDC SE :: MAY 14 :: REGIONAL SPRING POTLUCK PICNIC!

IT'S SPRING PICNIC TIME AGAIN!

We’re planning a bit early, there is still snow on the ground but we are THINKING Spring! And we all know with Spring comes our annual ISSDC SE Regional Spring Potluck Picnic.


WHAT: The ISSDC SE Region is holding its Spring Potluck Picnic on Saturday May 14th, 2011. Spend a day with your Shilohs and your fellow ISSDC SE members outside romping — fun, games, food and friendship; what more could you ask for.

Be sure to bring along chairs for you, and whatever you may need for an afternoon out with your Shilohs including water from home if your Shiloh has a sensitive tummy.


WHEN:
May 14, 2011 – begins @ 10am
Rain or shine


WHERE:
The ISSDC SE Regional Spring picnic is again graciously being hosted by Gloria and Darrel Setterlund of Noble Acres Shiloh Shepherds at their home in Locust Grove, VA. Please contact Gloria Setterlund or Marti Nottingham for directions or if you have any questions on the location.


WHY:
Because it is a whole lot of fun! This is a great opportunity to meet other Shiloh Shepherd owners (and usually a lot of them), sit and relax and have fun with your dog. Your Shilohs are welcome and we encourage you to bring them, it’s great socialization for them too! The Setterlund’s property is perfect for dogs and we let them off leash as they get to run on her 12 fenced acres. Noble Acres is fenced private property but we remind you to be aware of your Shiloh at all times.

This picnic is one of our most anticipated events each year as we always have a great time.


HOW MUCH:
The picnic is pot luck so we ask you either bring a dish to share or, if you’re not the cooking type, we have collected donations toward the cost of food and/or other necessities in the past. There will shortly be a sign up sheet circulating and you will be able to find it on the ISSDC SE Yahoo Group or contact Marti Nottingham for further information and/or to sign up.


Photos below from a previous ISSDC SE picnic courtesy of Myra York: (left to right) Wolf leading the pack; and a bunch of happy Shilohs exploring the acreage.

ISSDC SE :: FEBRUARY 27 :: PLAYDATE

ISSDC SE REGIONAL LET SPRING BE HERE PARTY/PLAYDATE

Are you done with this cold weather and snow, sleet and ice? Ready for Spring and warm weather to be here already? In an effort to bring in the warm weather and bring on the fun we are having a party and playdate. So bring your warm weather thoughts, an appetizer or dessert dish to pass, a chair for you and a dog or two!

WHAT: The ISSDC SE Region is holding a “Bring in the Spring” party and playdate on February 27, 2011. It will be at our usual place as the Dog School of Leesburg has again generously lent us use of their facility!

WHEN:
February 27 – begins @ 12:00pm

WHERE:
The party and playdate will be held at the Dog School of Leesburg facilities. Many of you are familiar with this facility now as this is the same place we’ve held some previous events. It is always wonderful to be able to have the dogs there with us.

Dog School of Leesburg
305 E Market Street
Leesburg, VA 20176

Please contact Marti Nottingham for directions or if you have any questions on the location.

WHY:
Just ‘cuz. We are always up for a playdate and maybe a“warm weather” dance or two will help! Your Shilohs are welcome (and honorary Shilohs too)! We encourage you to bring them but we remind you to be aware of your dog(s) at all times. There are plenty of exercise pens, rooms with doors and windows where you can keep an eye on things and even crates in the back should there be some misbehavin’ and a timeout is in order.

Please also bring along a chair or two for the humans attending and don’t forget any supplies you might need for your dog such as water.

HOW MUCH:
No charge ... just your time, and a potluck dish to share! It seems like appetizers and desserts are on the menu—so bring your favorite dessert or appetizer dish to share!


Photos below courtesy of Nottingham Shilohs from a previous ISSDC SE playdate at the Dog School of Leesburg: (left to right) a young Tourmaline of Mt Airy Shiloh Shepherds; part of the group who came to play; and handsome Strider of Imladris Shilohs.

ISSDC :: JANUARY 28-30, 2011 :: WORLD OF PETS EXPO AND EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE!

VISIT OUR BOOTH AT THE WORLD OF PETS EXPO AND EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE!

WHAT: The ISSDC is sponsoring an informational booth this year at the 2011 World of Pets Expo and Educational Experience in Timonium, MD. This year is the 10th Anniversary Show for World of Pets Expo.

The World of Pets Expo includes shopping, entertainment as well as educational seminars. Visit the World of Pets Expo website for schedules and information.

Stop by our booth to meet some of our members, get information about Shilohs and the club, and meet some Shiloh Shepherds in person. If you already own a Shiloh Shepherd bring them along to show them off and meet the public. See below to find out more about volunteering.

WHEN:
Friday January 28th – Sunday January 30th, 2011

Friday: 2:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am to 7:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am - 6:00pm

WHERE:
Maryland State Fairgrounds
2200 York Road
Timonium, MD 21093

Event directions and lodging information:
http://www.worldofpets.org/MDdirections.shtml

WHY:
The International Shiloh Shepherd Dog Club sponsors a booth to promote education and awareness of the Shiloh Shepherd. We are so excited to have this opportunity to share our love of the Shiloh Shepherd breed with the many animal enthusiasts in the Maryland/VA/DE region.

Our booth will house digital photo displays of our dogs as part of our education program, handouts as well as live Shilohs for the public to meet and interact with!

*For ISSDC members who would like to volunteer at the booth, please contact Marti Nottingham or Heather O'Connor for details and/or scheduling.

HOW MUCH:
You will need to purchase an admission ticket to the event, $9 at the door for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12, children under 5 are free. Free parking too! Dogs are welcome to visit the event and participate in many of the events.

ISSDC SE :: DECEMBER 12 :: ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY

ISSDC SE REGIONAL HOLIDAY PARTY!

Buon Natale! It's time for the annual ISSDC SE Regional Holiday Party!

WHAT: The ISSDC SE Region is holding it's Annual Holiday Party on December 12th. Again, this year's event allows you to bring your dogs with you! It is also a potluck luncheon with an Italian theme, so please bring a dish to pass with some of your favorite Italian flavors!

WHEN:
Sunday December 12 – begins @ noon

WHERE:
The Annual ISSDC SE Regional Holiday Party is graciously being hosted at the Dog Day Afternoon/Dog School of Leesburg facilities again this year.

Dog Day Afternoon/Dog School of Leesburg
305 E Market St #A
Leesburg, VA 20176

Please contact Marti Nottingham for directions or if you have any questions on the location.

WHY:
This annual event is always a lot of fun, and the holidays are best when spent with friends and family. We always have a fun time at the party so if you know of someone who is thinking about getting a shiloh, or wants to know more about the breed, feel free to bring them along. Your dogs are welcome and we encourage you to bring them. This is a shiloh event but don't leave your shilohs' brother or sister at home, bring them along. We do want to remind you to be aware of your dog(s) at all times. There are plenty of exercise pens, rooms with doors and windows where you can keep an eye on things and even crates in the back should a canine misbehave and need a timeout. Please bring along a chair or two for the humans attending.

Also, bring along any ideas you want to see your shiloh club do in the coming year. We are always looking for fun new things to do with our dogs and would love to get some new ideas.

HOW MUCH:
The holiday party is pot luck so we ask you to bring a dish to share. We are going with an Italian theme for the food. There is a sign up sheet circulating and you can find it on the ISSDC SE Yahoo Group or you can contact Marti Nottingham for further information and/or to sign up.

We also agreed to do the gift exchange this year. If you would like to participate please bring a wrapped gift valued around $10 for each player.

We are also collecting donations for the Pet Pantry of Loudoun again this year. Please bring a donation of dog/cat food, blankets, treats and toys.


Photos below from the 2009 ISSDC SE Holiday Party at the Dog School of Leesburg.

ISSDC SE :: OCTOBER 23 :: REGIONAL PICNIC

ISSDC SE REGIONAL FALL OKTOBERFEST POTLUCK PICNIC!

No "OOM-PAH-PAH" bands but it's time for Oktoberfest! What better way to celebrate than by getting ourselves, and our Shilohs, together by having our ISSDC SE Regional Fall Potluck Picnic! Last year we had a great turnout, wonderful food and an awesome time so this year lets try and top it!

WHAT: The ISSDC SE Region is holding it's annual Fall Potluck Picnic on October 23rd. Spend a fun day with your Shilohs and your fellow ISSDC SE members outside romping — there will be fun, games, food and friendship; what more could you ask for.

WHEN:
October 23 – begins @ noon
If rainy we will postpone until the following weekend -- watch the ISSDC SE Yahoo Group for a notice

WHERE:
The ISSDC SE Regional Fall Oktoberfest picnic is graciously being hosted by Siegi Belz of Stall Europa at their home in Waterford, VA. Please contact Marti Nottingham for directions or if you have any questions on the location.

WHY:
This should be a lot of fun and a great time to meet other shiloh owners and to sit and relax and have fun with your dog. Your Shilohs are welcome and we encourage you to bring them. They will be allowed to run off lead and play as Stall Europa is private property but we remind you to be aware of your Shiloh at all times.

HOW MUCH:
The picnic is pot luck so we ask you tor bring a dish to share. We are going with the Oktoberfest theme and it's already starting to sound very tasty! There is a sign up sheet circulating and you can find it on the ISSDC SE Yahoo Group or you can contact Marti Nottingham for further information and/or to sign up.

Photos below from a previous ISSDC SE picnic: (left to right) Michelle W & Dynamo, blissful Shiloh roll; and a dip in the pool!