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Newfoundland Club of America, Inc.
Monday, May 1 – Saturday May 6, 2023
Bavarian Inn Lodge ● Heritage Park
Frankenmuth, Michigan
www.ncanationalspecialty.org
Facebook™ group: NCA National Specialty
WELCOME BACK to wonderful Frankenmuth, Michigan, as we “Play it Again”
along the banks of the Cass River. Once more, the Bavarian Inn Lodge and the
City of Frankenmuth Parks and Recreation Department welcomes the
Newfoundland Club of America back with open arms as we celebrate all the
best of our wonderful breed at the Newfoundland Club of America’s 2023
National Specialty. The show committee has been working tirelessly to
coordinate a week of activities yet allow for time to connect with friends
from near and far.
The week starts-off Monday, May 1, 2023, with NCA Draft Test #1 hosted by the South Central Newfoundland Club. As in
2019 & 2022, the Harvey Kern Pavilion will not be available for move-in until Monday evening, May 1st. Tuesday
brings Draft Test #2, again hosted by the South Central Newfoundland Club; the Regional AKC Obedience and Rally
Trials, hosted by the Heart of America Newfoundland Club; the popular 4-to-6 month Beginner Puppy; Pee-Wee
Handling for children 5 to 9 years of age; and the Opening Ceremonies Parade. The Welcome Reception, in part, offered,
in-part, by the Newfoundland Club of America Charitable Trust, and the NCA Annual Meeting close out Tuesday’s
festivities. Wednesday’s schedule includes the National Obedience and Rally Trials, Puppy and Veteran Sweepstakes
judging, Honors and Rescue Parades, Living Legends and to enter Specialty Cart and Wagon Exercises. Rounding out
Wednesday evening, fanciers get to choose between attending The NCA Health & Longevity Committee’s educational
event presented by Sharon Gwaltney-Brant, DVM about Poisons and Your Pet. Thursday brings the conformation Dog
judging, Brace, Team and Maturity classes, and Top Twenty/Ten Competition/Exhibition. On Friday, watch the
conformation Bitch judging, followed by the ever fun and competitive Fine Arts Auction/Banquet in the evening.
Saturday’s Best of Breed and Junior Showmanship judging - featuring awards for Reserve Best Junior and Best Bred-By
Exhibitor and NOHS BOB award - close out a week of fun, friendship and learning.
The activities and events of the 2023 NCA National Specialty would not be possible without the members of the NCA and
all who volunteer their time and talents to host events throughout the week. We hope you enjoy the variety of activities
we have planned and enjoy the quiet moments with good friends and their Newfs.
Steven Britton, Show Chair
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Newfoundland Club of America, INC
Tentative Schedule of Events
2023 National Specialty Show
(times subject to change)
April 30 – May 6, 2023
Sunday April 30, 2023 Thursday, May 4, 2023
Board of Directors Meeting Regular and Non-regular Dog Class Judging
Brace and Team Class Judging
Monday, May 1, 2023
Maturity Class Judging
Board of Directors Meeting Second (of two) Junior Handling Clinics
NCA Draft Test Top Ten Obedience Exhibition
Kern Pavilion – set-up & move-in after 5 p.m. Top Twenty Conformation Competition
Golf Cart Reservation pick-up – Afternoon Top Twenty/Ten Celebration
Bottled Water pick-up - evening.
Friday, May 5, 2023
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Regular and Non-regular Bitch Class Judging
Board of Directors Meeting AKC Canine Good Citizen & Trick Dog Testing
NCA Draft Test Judges Education Hands-on and Classroom Seminar
Regional AKC Obedience Trial Working Dog Forum
Regional AKC Rally Trial Fine Art Auction & Banquet (Evening)
4- 6 Month Puppy
Saturday, May 6, 2022
Pee Wee Handling
Opening Ceremonies Parade Intersex Judging (BOB, BOW, BOS, AKC Select Dog,
First (of two) Junior Handling Clinics AKC Select Bitch, Club AOM Dogs, Club AOM
Club’s Annual Meeting (Evening) Bitches, NOHS-BOB, Best Bred-by Exhibitor)
Welcome Reception Junior Showmanship Judging (Includes Best Junior
Board of Directors Annual Meeting (Evening) and Reserve Best Junior Awards)
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
National Specialty Obedience Trial
National Specialty Rally Trial
Puppy and Veteran Dog and Bitch Sweepstakes
Best Veteran Dog in Sweepstakes
Best Veteran Bitch in Sweepstakes
Best Puppy and BOS Puppy in Sweepstakes
Honors Parade (Parade of Titlists)
Living Legends
Rescue Parade
Specialty Carting & Wagon Exercises
Health and Longevity Committee Educational
Seminar - 8 p.m.
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LOCATION . . .Frankenmuth is located in the “thumb” area of Michigan, just a few minutes off I-75 between Flint and Saginaw.
Northbound traffic on I-75, use exit 136; southbound traffic on I-75, use exit 144. Directions to the Lodge from anywhere in the
United States are located at www.bavarianinn.com.
THE SHOW SITE . . . Our host hotel for the week’s festivities is the picturesque Bavarian Inn Lodge nestled on the banks of the
Cass River, adjacent to Heritage Park and the spacious Kern Pavilion. The Bavarian Inn Lodge features many rooms and suites, a
seven- acre Family Fun Center (with five indoor pools, two whirlpools, children’s play area, mini golf, game room, exercise room,
and Ratskeller Lounge), Oma’s Restaurant, and Lorelei Lounge. A short scenic walk over the covered bridge leads to Main Street,
which is home to over 100 specialty shops and other well-known restaurants. The show rings, grooming, and vendors will be in
Heritage Park, the location of the Kern Pavilion, just across a bike path from the hotel. The distance from the Tower Entrance of
the hotel (where all dogs must access the hotel) to the show ring in Heritage Park is just slightly over .2 a mile. You can see an
aerial view of the hotel and show grounds on the NCA Specialty website.
The Kern Pavilion affords the Newfoundland Specialty show flexibility in dealing with the potential weather challenges that an
early May dog show presents. However, it is important that all fanciers work together, in the spirit of good sportsmanship, to
make the logistics of this show site work. Michigan’s climate this time of year can be somewhat unpredictable so come prepared
for all kinds of weather. The average high temperature for the week of the 2023 National Specialty is typically 65 degrees and the
average low temperature is typically 40 degrees.
AIR TRAVEL & AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION . . . Nearby airports are Bishop (in Flint, MI) and Midland-Bay City-Saginaw (MBS –
in Freeland, MI); each of which are located approximately 35 minutes from Frankenmuth. Detroit Western Metropolitan Airport (in
Romulus, MI) is approximately 2 hours away, and is a Delta Airlines Hub. Exhibitors are encouraged to coordinate their airport arrival
and departure times with other attendees so as to share travel arrangements from the airport to the show site. At the time of
publication, Flint Bishop Airport is presently served by American, United and Allegiant Airlines, MBS is served by car service will again
be available to/from the local and Detroit airports, but other arrangements may be necessary to transport dogs.
Call Hey! Taxi/SMH Limousine (810) 629-7080 to make human transport arrangements.
HERITAGE PARK & KERN PAVILION AVAILABILITY . . . Frankenmuth Heritage Park and the Kern Pavilion (including the Reserved
Grooming and Reserved Handler Parking areas) will be available for set-up after 5 p.m. on Monday, May 1, 2022. The adjacent dog
bathing area is located in the Heritage Park parking lot this year and will be available at that time as well. During the week, the Kern
Pavilion (grooming building) will be open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Please note that dogs cannot be left in the Kern
Pavilion overnight.
PAYMENT OPTIONS . . . The 2023 National Specialty will accept the following methods of payment:
Credit Cards – online only, using the online forms found at www.ncanationalspecialty.org
Checks – by mail, payable to: 2023 NCA National Specialty along with the individual form(s) AND a Payment Summary
Order Form to: NCA 2023, Susan Wagner – Treasurer, PO Box 649, Rush City, MN 55069
PAYMENT SUMMARY SHEET . . . Please complete a Payment Summary Sheet as a summary of your individual
orders/reservations. Please print clearly as this information is vital to processing your orders.
The Payment Summary Sheet is located on page 13.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED . . . There are many aspects of the show that need volunteers, and your help is greatly appreciated. If
you are willing to share some of your time at the Specialty, please complete the Form on page 18 and the information will be
provided to the appropriate chairperson. Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Steve Britton.
INTERNATIONAL GUESTS . . . Again his year, we are pleased to provide our international guests, who reside outside the
North American continent, four all-inclusive packages for the week - two for those traveling without dogs and two for those
who will be bringing dogs along with them for the show. Our International Concierge Team will fill out all the forms for our
guests and make sure they are ready to enjoy the week with us.
All packages will include registration, tickets to all social and educational events, reserved ringside seating in a special
international seating section, and a catalog. If attending with entered dogs, a package is available with a reserved grooming
space and a case of water. A limited number of crates, grooming tables and dryers will be made available for use on a first
come, first served basis. Packages including the weekly rental of a two-person golf cart is available as well. Online orders only.
Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Shauna Bryant.
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THE 2023 NATIONAL SPECIALTY JUDGING PANEL
Milan LintIntersex, NOHS & Best Bred-by Exhibitor
Betty McDonnell ........................................................................................ Dogs Classes, Brace, Team & Maturity Class
John Ramirez....................................................................................................... Regular and Non-regular Bitch Classes
Lynne Hamilton ............................................................... 4 to 6 mo. Beginner Puppy, Junior Showmanship & Pee Wee
Laura King ....................................................................Veteran Dog Sweepstakes & Best Veteran Dog in Sweepstakes;
Puppy Dog Sweepstakes Best Puppy & Best of Opposite Puppy in Sweepstakes
Pauline Baldwin .............. Veteran Bitch Sweepstakes & Best Veteran Bitch in Sweepstakes; Puppy Bitch Sweepstakes
Debra Barrows .................................................................................................................................... Obedience & Rally
Kathleen Sweet ................................................................................................................................... Obedience & Rally
Patti Pigeon & Sue Raney ................................................................................................................... Draft Tests #1 & #2
ACCOMODATIONS
BE A CONSIDERATE GUEST . . . In 2001, the Newfoundland National Specialty was the first dog show ever held at the
Bavarian Inn Lodge/Heritage Park location. In fact, until that time, animals were not permitted in the hotel. The hotel managers
took a chance when they permitted the NCA to hold our Specialty there, and we did not disappoint them. Because our guests
took good care of the facilities, the NCA’s positive reputation paved the way for future dog shows of other breed clubs. Please
do your part to uphold our reputation as considerate guests. Exercise your dogs in designated areas only and use the plastic
bags and trash receptacles provided to facilitate clean up. We need everyone’s help in keeping the hotel rooms and show
grounds, including grooming areas, clean. The Newfoundland Club of America and the Bavarian Inn Lodge reserve the right
to enter locked hotel rooms if it believes a dog inside is in distress or left unattended and unsecured.
HOST HOTEL ROOM RESERVATIONS . . . We have reserved an allotment of hotel rooms at the Bavarian Inn Lodge and
three other hotel properties IN FRANKENMUTH, however reservations must be mailed and may not be postmarked prior to
January 10, 2023 to ensure a first come, first served policy on rooms. Reservations by phone, fax or other electronic means
will not be accepted by the hotel. Reservations postmarked prior to January 10, 2023 will be returned. Reservations must be
made on the reservation Form on pages 14 - 16 and include a deposit of one night’s lodging. The reservation form may be
duplicated as needed for multiple rooms.
Please be considerate when making reservations. Every year unneeded reservations are made, only to be cancelled at a later
date, creating unnecessary confusion for potential guests and the hotel staff. If you must cancel reservations, please do so as
early as possible. Any reservation cancellations must occur on or before February 15, 2023 to receive a full refund.
RV CAMPING
ON-SITE CAMPING . . . Frankenmuth city ordinances prohibit overnight camping except in commercial campgrounds. However,
the City of Frankenmuth has again waived its “no overnight camping” rule for our 2023 Specialty and will permit a maximum of 20
self-contained RVs (motor homes and camping trailers only; no tents or pop-ups) to camp on-site in a designated area. The
designated area is conveniently located behind the Kern Pavilion. There will be no electric hook-ups but a water source and a dump
station are available nearby.
The limited number of on-site camping spaces must be reserved for the entire week (Monday, May 1st —Saturday, May 6th)
at a cost of $500. In the event the designated camping area becomes unusable due to weather conditions, the camping fee
will be refunded and RVs must move to a commercial campground as the City of Frankenmuth will not permit camping in any
other area of the show grounds. To reserve an on-site camping space, complete the RV Reservation Form on page 19.
Reservations for on-site camping will be accepted beginning with a January 10, 2023 postmark. Deadline: February 15, 2023
or earlier when available spots are filled. No refunds will be given after April 1, 2023 unless the spot is filled from a waiting
list. Contact: Chuck Ialungo.
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NEARBY CAMPING . . . Overnight camping, with full hookups, is available at the following nearby commercial campgrounds,
which accept reservations up to a year in advance:
• Frankenmuth Jellystone Park (approximately 1/2 mile from the show site) • (989) 652-6668
www.frankenmuthjellystone.com.
• Pineridge RV Campground (approximately 5 miles from the show site) • (989) 624-9029.
The Newfoundland Club of America reserves the right to forcibly enter parked vehicles (locked or unlocked) if it
believes a dog inside is in distress.
PARKING & GOLF CARTS
GENERAL PARKING . . . The hotel parking lots have space to accommodate 1,800 vehicles providing ample parking for
exhibitors and spectators. Exhibitors may drive to the grooming building to unload before parking their vehicles. However,
in 2023, there is construction scheduled for the Northeast hotel property adjacent to Heritage Park. Please be respectful of
any barricaded areas.
DAYTIME RV PARKING . . . For those camping in one of the commercial campgrounds and wishing to drive their RV to the
show each day, a paved hotel parking lot south of the main Bavarian Inn Lodge entrance, will be reserved for daytime RV
parking. The distance from the daytime RV parking lot to the show ring is about 0.3 mile. Those who utilize this option may
wish to consider renting a golf cart. To help us plan the number of RV parking spaces needed, please complete the Form on
page 19. Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Chuck Ialungo.
RESERVED HANDLER PARKING . . . Reservations to reserve handler parking is available to any exhibitor with three (3) or
more Newfoundlands ENTERED in conformation, obedience and/or rally. Parking will be in parking lots approximately 125 ft.
from the show ring. Each spot will be 18’ X 18’. The cost is $75. There will be a limited number of larger spots, 18’ x 36’, to
accommodate larger handler vehicles such as box trucks that are over 18’, at a cost of $120 each. RVs are not permitted to
park in the Handler Parking Area. Generators may not run during the quiet hours of 10:00 P.M. — 6:00 AM. Car magnets for
emergency contact information of each vehicle parked in the lot will be issued and must be visible on the vehicle at all times.
To reserve a spot, fill out and return the Form on page 20. Deadline: reservation/cancellation, April 1, 2023. Contact: Dejah
Petsch.
The NCA reserves the right to forcibly enter parked vehicles (locked or unlocked) if it believes a dog inside is in
distress.
GOLF CARTS . . . For your convenience, golf carts are available for rent by reservation. The cost for the week is $260 for a 2-
passenger cart and $365 for a 4-passenger cart. They can be checked out in the RV Camping Area behind the Kern Pavilion
beginning Monday afternoon, May 1st, and they must be returned to a designated area in the hotel parking lot no later than
Saturday, May 6th, immediately following Best of Breed. Before reserving a cart, please be advised that they may be used only
within the show site on driveways and hard surfaces and must be parked in designated areas. They may not be driven into town or
on the park lawns. These are Frankenmuth regulations, and violators will be subject to AKC Discipline Procedures. To order a golf
cart, please complete the Form on page 22. Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Dan Trakas.
HEALTH TESTING
Due to the lateness of relocating the 2023 National Specialty to Frankenmuth, the NCA Health and Longevity Committee
was unable to secure a Canine Cardiologist or Ophthalmologist for health screenings.
DNA TESTING. . . Complimentary blood draws for submission to the OFA CHIC DNA repository will once again be performed
by licensed Veterinarians at the show site. If your dog’s DNA has not been collected, please consider participating in this
important health clinic to aid future research.
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SHOW INFORMATION
PREMIUM LIST INFORMATION…The 2023 National Specialty Premium List will be emailed to NCA members
by the Show Superintendent, Moss-Bow-Foley (MBF), the first part of March. It will also be available to
download from their MB-F’S website at www.infodog.com and the NCA website at
www.ncanationalspecialty.org All information to be published in the Premium List, including Uniform Trophy
and Special Award Donations must be received by Deadline: November 15, 2022. Contact: Steve Britton
UNIFORM TROPHY DONATIONS . . . Historically the NCA awards fine Lenox China pieces as Uniform Trophies to
winners and class placements at its National Specialty Show. To sponsor one of the remaining classes for the 2023 show
use the online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org Deadline: December 1, 2022. Contact: Pam Rubio.
SPECIAL AWARD DONATIONS . . . If you miss the trophy donation deadline of November 15, 2022 to be acknowledged
in the Premium List and show catalog, there is still time to donate a special award. These awards will be presented at the
Banquet on Friday evening. The donor is responsible for making sure the award is delivered to the Trophy Chair at the
Specialty. To make a donation, complete the Form on page 23 or online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org Deadline:
April 1, 2023. Contact: Pam Rubio.
CATALOG ADVERTISING . . . Showcase your great dog, share your memories, thank a friend, announce your regional club’s
activities or sell your products with an ad in the National Specialty show catalog. Full page B & W ads are $80 (with one b/w
photo), color ads are $150 (with one color photo), half page ads (no photo) are $30. A booster listing is $10. To place an ad or
booster listing, use the Form on page 17. We reserve the right to reject ads deemed inappropriate. Deadline: February 15,
2023. Contact: Danielle Bingham
POST SHOW CATALOGS . . . If you can’t attend the show but would like a catalog, we will mail a catalog and printed
results to you for $40 (includes postage). There will be additional postage for orders outside the U.S. This is not to be used to
reserve a catalog for you to pick-up at the show. Use the Form on page 23. Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Steve Britton.
NEW THIS YEAR!!! . . . For the first time, the NCA is dividing the Bred-by Exhibitor into two classes. The BBE Puppy Class (6 –
12 month old puppies who meet the criteria for showing in BBE may enter this class), and Adult Bred-by Exhibitor class (for
12 month and older) Newfoundlands who meet the criteria to be shown in the BBE class. Also new this year, the NCA will
award Best Bred-by Exhibitor in Show on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Exhibitors need to be mindful that the awarding of BOW,
Winners and Reserve Winners may impact a class winners eligibility to compete in the Best Bred-by Exhibitor award.
DOG BATHING . . . Washing stations with warm water will be set up in the parking lot of the and available for use beginning Monday, May 1st
after 12:00 noon or possibly later that day. Please note that no bathing or grooming of dogs is permitted in any hotel room at the Bavarian Inn
Lodge or at the other show hotels.
JUDGES’ EDUCATION . . . Ringside mentoring for any prospective breed judge is provided by members of the NCA Judges
Education Committee and NCA Judge Education Breed Mentors during dog, bitch and breed judging (Thursday, Friday and
Saturday). At the conclusion of dog judging on Thursday, May 4th, a breed PowerPoint® presentation will occur in a
meeting room at the Bavarian Inn Lodge. A hands-on workshop is schedule for after bitch judging on Friday, May 5th.
Contact: Denise Castonguay
JUDGES’ HOSPITALITY . . Contact: Jill Britton
GROOMING . . . A limited number of reserved grooming spaces Show Photographer
will again be available inside the Kern Pavilion, adjacent to the Terri Hirsch Photography
conformation ring. Each assigned 5' wide x 10' deep spot will 70 Langley Rd • Nazareth, PA 18064
include enough room for two 24” x 48” crates and one grooming
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table and access to electrical power. (Some sharing of electrical
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power will be necessary.) The cost is $100 per week for each
space. One additional adjacent crate space (approximately 30"x www.terrihirschphotography.smugmug.com
10'), not including electrical access, may be reserved for $30 for
the week. Please note high intensity lights or canopies are not
permitted inside the grooming area.
6GROOMING PERMITTED ONLY IN DESIGNATED AREAS.
When reserving grooming space, we encourage you to plan ahead and “buddy-up” with friends. By sharing with friends and
coordinating the use of the reserved space and electrical resources during the show, you will make it possible for more people to
reserve space to groom in the Kern Pavilion and conserve resources at the same time.
PLEASE: If mailing your reservation, all forms requesting adjacent spaces next to other exhibitors, MUST be mailed in
the same envelope. If using the online store for your reservation, use the special pull-down box to note your “next to”
request. Please make your plans with others well in advance of mailing or transmitting your forms. The show committee
does not guarantee requests when forms are mailed separately or not noted on the online store drop down.
Other non-reserved grooming space, outside of the Kern Pavilion, with a limited number of electrical outlets, will be available on
a first come - first served basis. However, the Show Committee cannot guarantee the availability of electrical service in these
areas. Privately owned generators are not permitted within 50 feet of the Kern Pavilion.
Please note that dogs cannot be left in the building overnight. Crate tags for emergency contact information for each grooming
space will be issued and must be attached to a crate and visible at all times.
The first postmark date accepted for reserved grooming space is February 28th if mailing or March 1st online. If using an
expedited delivery service, please waive the signature. Use the Reserved Grooming Form on page 21 or online at
www.ncanationalspecialty.org Deadline: reservations & cancellations – April 1, 2023 Contact: Steve Britton.
BOTTLED WATER . . . Water is sold only by the case. One case consists of six (6) one-gallon jugs of water. All water will be
purchased locally and is purified water. We will not order extra cases of water after the deadline. In 2023, due to
commitments at the Heritage Park the weekend prior to the 2023 Specialty, our water delivery cannot occur prior to
Monday, May 1st. Water orders will not be available prior to Monday, afternoon/evening. Stopping at Walmart (Clio, MI),
Meijer’s (Birch Run) or Kroger’s for a day or so supply of dog water may be a good idea.-Plan Accordingly! See the order
Form on page 24 or on-line at www.ncanational specialty.org Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Lynne Anderson-Powell.
WORKING AND COMPANION DOG EVENTS
TWO OBEDIENCE & RALLY TRIALS . . .We are pleased to offer two obedience and two rally trials. The Regional
Obedience and Rally Trials will be offered by the Heart of America Newfoundland Club on Tuesday, May 2nd. The National
Obedience and Rally Trial, hosted by the Great Lakes Newfoundland Club, will follow on Wednesday, May 3rd. The
obedience and rally rings will be located indoors in the Harvey Kern Pavilion. Bleachers are not provided in the Harvey Kern
Pavilion in 2023. Entry information is in the show’s premium list and can be found on the show superintendent’s website
(MB-F) at www.infodog.com Entries will close on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time with the Show
Superintendent, MB-F. The volunteer form on page 18 or in the on-line store. Contacts: Jean Cobban (HANC) & Melanie
Reynnells (GLNC).
TWO DRAFT TESTS . . . The South Central Newfoundland Club will host back-to-back draft tests on Monday, May 1st &
Tuesday, May 2nd. Premium lists will be available online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org . For more information, a
Premium List or to volunteer, use the Forms on page 25. The volunteer form deadline is April 1, 2023. Contacts: Robert
Kinney, Draft Test Secretary & Lawren Coulam-Kinney, Draft Test Chair.
SPECIALTY CARTING. . . Specialty Carting & Wagon Exercises were developed to demonstrate carting at specialty shows and were
designed for people interested in exhibition carting activities. It is a perfect event for someone not quite ready to compete in a full
draft test. There are on & off leash divisions for individual dogs or teams. Exercises include harnessing and hitching, basic commands
while hitched and maneuvering in a large ring setting. While not a ‘titled’ event, each passing entry earns a Certificate. Dogs passing
the on-leash division may post enter that day for the off- leash division. Also, Specialty Carting is one of events included in the Lovett
Memorial Challenge this year.
Specialty Carting is scheduled to take place after regular judging on Wednesday, May 3rd. Dogs must be 12 months of age to enter.
The entry fee for a single or team is $15; on-site post entry is $10. Entries will open with a postmark of February 28th or in the
online store March 1st and close on April 1st. Form: page 28. For online team entries, enter one dog only and email the required
information for the additional dog(s) to Sue Mendleson. Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Sue Mendleson
7MIKE & SANDEE LOVETT MEMORIAL WORKING CHALLENGE … With the passing of Sandee (December 20, 2019) and Mike
(January 4, 2021) it gives us great pleasure to honor their commitment to people working with their dogs. This year, the Great Lakes
Newfoundland Club is again offering a special Lovett Memorial Working Dog Award honoring their legacy. To earn this special award,
you and your dog must qualify in THREE performance events offered at the 2023 National Specialty. Draft (Draft Test or Specialty
Carting), Obedience and Rally. You may enter your Newf in any class that they are eligible for, including Specialty Carting (off lead
division) for the Draft leg! You may also register multiple dogs to participate in this Working Challenge.
If you would like to be eligible to receive this special award, you must enter a draft test (s) and/or Off-Lead Specialty Carting, an
obedience and rally trial (s) as you normally would AND complete the registration Form on page 26. The Registration Deadline:
April 15, 2023. Contact: Jenny Zablotny.
CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TESTING . . . The Newfoundland Club of America will be hosting the AKC CGC & CGCA testing at the
NCA National Specialty on Friday, May 5th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The CGC & CGCA titles certifies that dogs have the training,
manners and behaviors to be reliable and well-behaved members of families and communities. It can also be a gateway toward
Therapy Dog work. Form on page 26. The pre-registration Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Laurel Rabschutz.
TRICK DOG TITLES TESTING . . . Do you and your dog love to be the life of the party by showing off their arsenal of tricks?
Then your Newf might be perfectly primed to earn AKC Trick Dog titles! Since the 1920’s when trick dogs such as Rin Tin &
Lassie won peoples’ hearts, trick dog training has become one of the most exciting new areas in dog training today! Form on
page 27. Please specify what level you will be testing for. The pre-registration Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Laurel
Rabschutz.
SHOW HEADQUARTERS . . . Located in the heart of things, Show Headquarters can be found at the Kern Pavilion facing
the show ring. Here is where you can find up-to-date announcements about events, pick up the daily newsletter, check the
Lost & Found and get your questions answered by the friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. Open daily during show hours.
REGISTRATION . . . Register for the National Specialty to receive a commemorative Registration Bag filled with important
information regarding events and schedules, a logo pin, mug and official name tag. Your name tag is your ticket to the
Welcome Reception and other National Specialty events. The registration fee for the 2023 National Specialty is $35 per adult.
The registration fee for Juniors (ages 8-18) is $20 for the first child, $15 for each additional child in the family.
Registration Bags and event tickets can be picked up at Show Headquarters attached to the Kern Pavilion starting on Monday
May 1st, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.; Tuesday, May 2nd & Wednesday May 3rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. After that time,
registration materials will be available during show hours at Show Headquarters. To register, please use the Form on page 29
or online at www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2023 Contact: Rita Van Brandeghen.
OPENING CEREMONY & REGIONAL CLUB PARADE . . . Tuesday afternoon’s Opening Ceremony will begin with a parade of NCA
Regional Clubs. Each Regional Club is asked to participate by providing representatives and their Newfs to parade from the show
grounds to the front entrance of the Bavarian Inn Lodge. While carts are optional, we encourage clubs to get creative with their
representation keeping in mind the 2023 theme of “Play it Again”. Large flags with each club’s logo will be provided and displayed
on the show grounds in tribute throughout the week. Any international guests that would like to participate, please let Jill Britton
know so that she can coordinate flags and poles. Contact: Jill Britton.
WELCOME RECEPTION . . . The Welcome Reception is a great way to begin your National Specialty experience with an
opportunity to informally catch up with friends from around the country and meet our international guests. Please join us for an old-
fashioned ice cream social, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, The NCA Charitable Trust, has again agreed to be our hosts and sponsors
of this evening’s festivities. This event is open to all on Tuesday, May 2nd at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Steve Britton & Clyde Dunphy, DVM.
NCA HONORS & ANNUAL MEETING. . . Immediately following the Welcome Reception, and in conjunction with the NCA Annual
Meeting, the NCA will honor the accomplishments of the 2023 Top Dogs in Conformation and Obedience, the Juniors handlers,
Versatile Newfs, Working Achievements, ROM’s as well as other special awards and recognitions of NCA members.
8LIVING LEGENDS . . .The NCA Living Legend award is given to dogs/bitches of any NCA members/breeders that have achieved
the venerable age of 10 years or more by the date of the National Specialty. Previous honorees are welcome to register and
participate. Dogs and bitches need not be present to be recognized, but owners who do not pick-up their materials at the show
may be assessed addition handling and shipping charges. No items will be shipped until all assesments are paid. The ceremony
will occur during the lunch break on Wednesday, May 3rd. The registration fee is $25. For those requesting Form on page 30 or
online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline for all materials (including a high-resolution headshot of the dog): March
15, 2023. Contact: Gina Bonnell.
RESCUE CEREMONY . . . Tell everyone at the National Specialty the story of how your great rescue dog came into your life.
Join us for the Rescue Ceremony on Thursday, May 4th ringside (after completion of the conformation judging) where your
special story will be shared with the audience as you and your dog walk across the ring to receive your commemorative
medallion. Form on page 31 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org There is no entry fee. Deadline: April 1, 2023 Contact:
Sue Miller.
PARADE OF TITLISTS . . . Join us ringside after the Rescue Ceremony on Wednesday, May 3rd ringside after conformation
judging and the Rescue Ceremony to applaud Newfoundlands of all ages for their accomplishments. Any living Newfoundland
with an AKC, CKC, or NCA title is eligible to participate. Each dog entered will be listed in the show catalog and receive a lovely
commemorative medallion. You and/or your dog do not have to be present for the parade in order to enter, but we encourage
all entrants to join in and receive the well-earned applause. The non-refundable entry fee is $25. If entering by mail, please
complete a separate entry form for each dog you are entering. Do NOT send Honors Parade entries to the Show
Superintendent. Form on page 32 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: John
Borklund.
AUCTION & BROWN BAG . . .Join us for a throwback to the traditional Auction and Brown Bag Raffle! This
year’s event, held Friday night, May 5th, is certain to have something for everyone We are working with a local
shipping company to package and ship items home for you in case your suitcase is full! Watch for more
information in February about how you can donate items for the auction and raffles. Your donations will be
appreciated! Donation items for auction and raffle must be received by Thursday, May 4th at the convenient
drop-off location in the hotel. Please complete the appropriate Form on page 34 or online at
www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: April 1, 2023. Auction Contact: Leah Schlagel; Brown Bag Contact:
Stacy Roderick
9ACTIVITIES FOR JUNIORS. . . The Juniors Committee is excited to host special activities just for
Juniors, beginning on Tuesday, May 2nd. There are two handling seminars for Juniors scheduled, one
on Tuesday, May 2nd and another on Thursday, May 4th. Join with your fellow Juniors and attend as
many activities as possible. An exciting schedule of activities is planned with details to follow. Sign up
for Junior Registration Form on page 29, Juniors Handling Seminar Registration Form on
page 15 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Deadline: Registration April 1, 2023.
Contact: Leah Schlagel.
MEETING ROOMS . . . If you need a meet room during the Specialty for a group or committee, you must reserve the room in
advance using the Form on page 22 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org. Include the date and meeting time, number
of people attending, and room setup instructions. Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Steve Britton.
HEALTH AND LONGEVITY EDUCATION PROGRAM . . . The NCA Health and Longevity Committee is hosting a presentation on
Poisons and Your Pet with NCA member Sharon Gwaltney-Brant DVM, PhD, DABVT, DABT -Wednesday 3, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
Please join H&L for a presentation on common household poisons. A Q&A session will be held after the presentation.
The presentation is free and light refreshments will be provided. The RSVP form is on page 33. Please register so the committee may
plan accordingly.
Sharon Gwaltney-Brant DVM, PhD, DABVT, DABT
Dr. Gwaltney-Brant was a “military brat” who moved extensively with her family before landing in North Carolina where she
received her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from North Carolina State University. After 3 years
in private small animal and emergency veterinary practice, Dr. Gwaltney-Brant entered a veterinary pathology residency
program at Kansas State University, where she earned a PhD in veterinary pathology. After completing a post-doctoral program
at the National Animal Disease Center in Ames, IA, Dr. Gwaltney-Brant joined the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in
Urbana IL, ultimately becoming vice president and medical director. During this time, Dr. Gwaltney-Brant obtained board
certification in general toxicology (DABT) and veterinary toxicology (DABVT). After over 13 years at the ASPCA, Dr. Gwaltney-
Brant subsequently joined Veterinary Information Network (VIN), an online educational and advisory community for
veterinarians, where she served as a toxicology consultant, headed development of a veterinary drug formulary for
veterinarians, and provided toxicology-related online content for use by veterinarians. Although formerly “retired” from VIN
since January 2022, Dr. Gwaltney-Brant continues to serve as a toxicology consultant on the VIN message boards. She holds
adjunct faculty positions at the University of Florida and University of Illinois, where she has taught toxicology and forensic
toxicology to veterinary students. Dr. Gwaltney-Brant has delivered online continuing education and college credit courses on
veterinary and forensic toxicology and has published over 200 journal articles and book chapters on toxicology, pathology, and
veterinary forensic science. She has lectured at numerous regional, state, national and international veterinary conferences,
and has also lectured to non-veterinary audiences, including dog clubs and civic organizations.
Dr. Gwaltney-Brant was introduced to her future husband, Tom Brant, when her Doberman pinscher, KC, fell in love with his
Newfoundland, Woodstock, at the Manhattan, KS Kennel Club dog training class. In the ensuing 30+ years, she and Tom have
been involved in most aspects of the Newfoundland dog world, particularly working events. Tom, a retired water and draft test
judge, does most of the training and title-earning while Sharon takes his finished “ringers” and requalifies them. Sharon has
also stewarded for conformation, draft, obedience, rally, and water events. Sharon and Tom are members of the NCA as well as
Heart of America and River King Newfoundland Clubs.
REGISTRATION: There is no charge for attending, but seating is limited. Sign up by using the Form on page 33 or online @
www.ncanationalspecialty.org.
10Here’s Looking At You Kid! – Top 20/10
Join us for the 2023 Newfoundland Club of America National
Specialty event to honor our Top 20 Conformation Dogs and Top
10 Obedience Dogs for 2022. The event on Thursday afternoon
will feature Top 20 Conformation Judging, an exhibition of the
Top 10 Obedience Newfoundlands followed by a Celebration for
all the Top Newfoundland Dogs!
Stop by and Cheer for your favorite Top 20/10 Newfoundlands!
We will be looking at all these wonderful Newfoundlands in the
Main Ring. The event is FREE! Food trucks have signed up to be
there for the event and there will be a cash bar.
Here’s looking at enjoying the evening with the best
Newfoundlands in the country!
Merchandise, Special Casablanca Ringside tables, Sponsorships,
and Catalogs are available for purchase at the online store:
https://store.ncanationalspecialty.org/shop/top20
Merchandise available with the Here's Looking at you kid logo:
T Shirts, Women’s cut T Shirts, Long sleeve T's, Dry Blend Hoodies, Unisex $24.50 - $55.00
tri-blend french terry hoodie and an Adult Lap Top backpack.
Also available this year to go with the youngster theme:
Long sleeve onsies NB- 18 months, Toddler T shirts, Toddler sweatshirts, $15.00 - $24.50
Baby Bib
Here’s Looking At You Kid Sponsorships
Special Casablanca Ringside tables includes a close-up view of the Top $500.00
Newfoundland Dogs, 2 seats, Custom Banner, VIP snacks, and 2 catalogs.
Custom Banner to be displayed ringside at the event. $150.00
Event Catalog Ad – Full Page $125.00
Event Catalog Ad – Half page $75.00
Event Catalog $12.00
Donations are Greatly Appreciated
https://store.ncanationalspecialty.org/shop/top20
The Top 20/10 Contact: Deborah Bridge.
11FOOD & DINING EVENTS
Sunday Dinner with the Board…If arriving Sunday and you would like to eat dinner in a private dining room with the NCA Board
of Director’s, dinner is scheduled on late Sunday Afternoon, April 30 at 5:30 p.m. Please order from the Menu noted on page 35 or
through the online store. Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Jill Britton
Monday – Saturday: Hospitality . . . The Lions Club Building next to the Kern Pavilion and adjacent to the show ring is the place
to come in the morning for COMPLIMENTARY coffee, tea, pastries and fresh fruit. The Frankenmuth Lions Club will also have a
limited menu of breakfast sandwiches for purchase. At lunchtime, a variety of hot sandwiches and other lunch items will be
available for purchase as well as snacks and beverages throughout the day. It will be a warm place to come inside, meet friends
old and new, and stay “connected” with what is going on at the show.
Friday Evening Banquet . . .The Bavarian Inn chefs, once again, will prepared a delicious buffet featuring carved roast
beef, and seasonal offerings along with a beautiful dessert. The cost is $50. per person. Tickets must be purchased in
advance-by April 1st. The banquet will be a little different this year, since it’s on Friday night and Intersex judging will not
have occurred. The fine arts auction will be happening in conjunction with the banquet. Seating is limited for the
banquet, and the availability of extra tickets at the show cannot be guaranteed. To order tickets for the banquet,
complete the online reservation on page 35. Deadline April 1st: Contact: Renee Marquardt.
Other Meals . . . The Bavarian Inn Lodge offers meals in its restaurants Oma’s and Lorelei Lounge which are located on the main
floor near the hotel lobby; the Ratskeller is located in the lower-level Fun Center and serves cafeteria style. In addition, there are a
wide variety of other local restaurants nearby. A list of some favorites will be available with Registration so you can explore the
many options of dining Frankenmuth offers to our guests!
SHOPPING & FUNDRAISING
SHOPPERS ROW . . . For 2023, we have returned to a traditional vendor set-up with everything into one location near the
rings. All of the vendors, charitable auctions are in close proximity. Regional Club Baskets and logo item sales will be located
under the tents across from the breed ring. We plan to again work with a local shipping company to package and ship items
home for you in case your suitcase is full!
REGIONAL BASKETS . . . Some very generous Regional Clubs will be thinking “outside the basket” this year by providing
interesting items native to their regions for bidding on throughout the week. Baskets will be awarded daily in Shoppers Row
starting on Tuesday, May 2nd. If your Regional Club would like to donate a basket, please make arrangements to have it
delivered to the show site by Deadline: Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Contact: Cissy Sullivan.
SILENT AUCTIONS . . . Silent auctions, with the proceeds to benefit Newfoundland Rescue, the Newfoundland Health
Challenge, and Junior Scholarships will take place in Shoppers Row located ringside on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Be
sure to stop by and help these important causes. Donations are gratefully accepted. Contacts: Sue Miller (Rescue) or Mary
Jane Spackman (Health Challenge).
SPECIALTY LOGO ITEMS . . . This year we are pleased to offer a variety of products for both you and your dog! Please note
that colors and sizes are subject to availability which could possibly delay shipping. Every effort will be made to fulfill orders in a
timely manner. Delivery of items at the National Specialty for 2023 in unavailable. Plans are to instead have special limited
edition items on sale at the 2023 National Specialty Form on pages 36 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org . Pre-order
Deadline: April 1, 2023. Contact: Marylou Zimmerman.
VENDORS . . .Our vendors will find themselves in the heart of the action in the area directly adjacent to the show’s outdoor
conformation ring. Two booth sizes available: - $350 or 10’x10’ - $300, plus a donated Auction item valued at $50.00 or greater.
Each space is tented and includes one table and two chairs. Each paid vendor contract for 2023 is entitled to 3 free ads
promoting their goods/services on the NCA National Specialty Facebook page and may provide marketing materials for inclusion
in the 2023 Registration bags that will include a vendor directory and map. For more information, please complete the Form on
page 37 or online @ www.ncanationalspecialty.org and a contract will be sent to you. Deadline: April 1, 2022. Contact: Dawn
Staffen
12DATES TO REMEMBER . . .
November 2022
On-line Store Opens For Logo Merchandise Sales
January 10, 2023
First Allowable Postmark: Hotel Reservations at Bavarian Inn Lodge and other Frankenmuth Hotels
January 15, 2023
Catalog Ads Beginning on this date (opens)
February 28, 2023
First allowable postmark date for mail-in order forms
March 1, 2023
On-line Store Opens for Reservations and Registrations
March 15, 2023
Deadline for Receipt of:
RV Camping/RV Daytime Parking Reservation
Living Legends
April 1, 2023
Deadlines for Reservations and Registrations:
Volunteer Form National Specialty Registrations
Reserved Handler Parking (as available) Rescue Ceremony Entries
Golf Cart Reservations Parade of Titlists Entries
Special Award Donations
H & L: Poisons and Your Pet Program
Post Show Catalog Purchases
Breeder’s Education Seminar RSVP’s
Reserved Grooming Spaces (as available)
Auction & Brown Bag Raffle Donation Forms
Bottled Water Orders
Meal Reservations
Draft Test Volunteer Forms
Logo Merchandise Purchases
CGC Test Registration
Top 20/10 RSVP’s and Logo Merchandise Purchases
Trick Dog Test Registration (on-line store only)
Working Dog Forum RSVP’s Vendor Contracts
Specialty Carting & Wagon Exercises Entries
April 12, 2023
Deadlines for Receipt of :
AKC Conformation, Obedience and Rally Event entries received by Superintendent MB-F before 12:00noonEDT.
Mike & Sandee Lovett Memorial Working Challenge Entries
April 15, 2023
Deadline for Receipt of:
Cancelling room reservations with the Bavarian Inn Lodge for full refund.
Note: Draft test entries will open and close as published in the Draft Test Premium List. DO NOT send Draft Test entries to show Superintendent MB-F.
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