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P ULI N EWS
V OLUME 67 N O 1 M ARCH 2019
Puli News - March 2019, Page
Officers President’s Message.
Presidet
James Moen
2555 Holly Oak Driver
The AKC has developed Statistics showing that some breeds are getting smaller and
Danville, CA 94506-2057
925-820-9072
smaller in terms of AKC registration and participation in events. The Puli is on the
moenmail@yahoo.com list. While it is true that AKC statistics do not tell the whole story — many people
Vice President with Pulik choose not to compete in AKC events—it is sobering to look at how few
Brian Brubaker
201 Lamplite Dr
breeders we list on our Breeders Information page compared to say 25 or more years
Carlisle, PA 17013 ago. And many of our current breeders have been doing it for years. Clearly our
717-226-6317
spindriftpulik@icloud.com breed in the US needs more responsible breeders.
Corresponding Secretary
Paula Van Laanen So I want to ask all members to think about ways the club can help encourage people
N 4 W31041 Cherokee Trail
Waukesha, WI 53188 to learn how to become a responsible Puli breeder. If you have considered going this
262-436-4029
pvanlaanen@yahoo.com
route, what can we do to help?
Treasurer
Linore Cleveland I see some other breeds developing enthusiastic, young breeders—So how can we
105 Hopi Way
Kerrville, TX 78028
generate that sense of excitement about our own favorite breed?
830-257-7814
pcatreasurer2015@gmail.com
Recording Secretary
Ann Bowley
3577 Coventryville Road
Pottstown, PA 19465-8532
619-469-6430 Jim Moen, President
wallbangerpuli@gmail.com
Board of Directors
Kathy Allen Front Cover: Spaetzle
3900 Happy Lane
Sacramento, CA 95827 In this Issue Back Cover: Shaker
916-369-7701
Vadrozsapulis@gmail.com
Officer & Committee Reports 2-4
Stacy Gail Czekaj
1601 Hollywood St. Supported Entries 4-5
Dearborn, MI 48124
313-271-9106 2019 National Specialty 6-7
sgbredwing@hotmail.com
Future Specialties 8
Nancy Guagenti
PULI NEWS is published four times a year by the
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Puli Club of America, Inc. (PCA) and is the official
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502-437-5352 Obituary 11 newsletter of the club. The views and opinions
puliklady@gentiweb.com expressed herein do not necessarily reflect or
Gazette Articles 12-13 represent those of the PCA, its officers, Board
Nancy Kelly members or the PULI NEWS staff.
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Helen Lawson Top 10 Conformation 16-26 with PCA Guidelines and PCA takes no
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San Antonio, TX 78213
Top 10 Obedience 27-30 as to the accuracy of any claim, offer or assertion
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cobblers_daughter@yahoo.com Puli News.
Carolyn Nusbickel A Letter to Future Puppy Owners 37
The Editor reserves the right to edit any
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Vero Beach, FL 32963 omit material, or do minor reorganization
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as required.
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PCA General Info 32-35 The PCA and Editor reserve the right
AKC Delegate to reject any submissions for any reason.
Maggie Witwer
27397 County Rd 58 1/2 Litter Listing 34
Greeley, CO 80631-9730
970-352-4507
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2019 June PULI NEWS DEADLINE ~ 31 May 2019
Puli News—March 2019, Page 2
Membership
The Board has approved the following Add Peter Van Lannen to Paula Van- Please send any membership questions or
Membership Changes: Laanen’s individual membership to create a updates to:
household membership.
Add Michael Melroy to Dana Melroy’s Linore Cleveland
individual membership to create a house- In the absence of any comments from the 105 Hopi Way
hold membership. membership within 30 days, these house- Kerrville, TX 78028
hold memberships shall become General Email: membership@puliclub.org
Add Randy McDaniel to Susan McDaniel’s
memberships with all rights and privileges
individual membership to create a house
of same.
hold membership
` mailed out shortly after the Nomination 2019 - Meet the Breeds in New York
Corresponding Secretary Post card deadline. The plan is to count was held on February 9, 2019. Our booth
the 2021 final ballot at our supported entry was heavily attended by the public! A spe-
Corresponding Secretary Report show in Chambersburg Area Kennel Club, cial thank you goes to Sheri Grossman,
- March 2019 PA held on May 10 -11, 2019. Our club Alyson Conover, Mara Prentiss and daugh-
needs to have our judges selected earlier, ter Lizzie for their exceptional volunteer
2020 Regional Specialty Judge - I am as many clubs have their finalized judging work at the booth with their Pulis! Our
delighted to announce that Mr. William panels completed two or more years ahead booth was coordinated by Barbe Pessina.
Shelton has accepted our invitation to of their show. The sooner we have identi- Thank you Ladies for all your time and
judge our Regional Specialty! fied our specialty judges, the better the help in educating the public on our fabu-
2021 National and Regional Specialty chance our selected judges could be used lous breed!
Judges Nomination Ballots were by a host club to fill their judging panels.
Respectfully Submitted,
mailed out to voting members on February This is an opportunity for us to reduce our
25. Please remember that your Judges costs and share judging expenses with the Paula Van Laanen
Nomination Post cards must be post host club. Corresponding
marked prior to or on March 21 deadline.
The 2021 Judges Final Ballot will be Secretary
Recording Secretary
Duee to continuing problems with technol- not available. They will appear in Puli
ogy, minutes of recent Board meeting are News as soon as they are available.
Report of the Nominating Com- Paula Van Laanen—Corresponding Sec. Committee.
mittee for 2019-2021 Board of Di- Kathy Allen—Recording Secretary
rectors Nancy Guagenti—Treasurer Respectfully Submitted,
Dagmar Fertl
The Nomiating Committee has worked to Directors: Carolyn Nusbickel
develop an effective and exciting slate of Pam Barbro Erstling Barbe Pessina
candidates to present to the Membership as Ann Bowley
nominees for Officers and Directors of the Sherry Gibson Note: in order to allow sufficient time, the
Puli Club of America for the 2019-2021 Helen Lawson Board has passed a motion to extend the
Board of Directors term. Sandy Schickedanz deadline to receive additional nominations.
Gail Schroth Such nominations of eligible members may
The following people have accepted the
be made by written petition addressed to
Committee’s nominations to run for office:
Delegate to the AKC: the Recording Secretary and received on or
Officers: Brian Brubaker before June 20, 2019
Jim Moen—President
Stacy Czekaj—Vice President This concludes the work ot the Nominating
Puli News - March 2019, Page 3
HEALTH
OFA Quarterly Breed Report 4Q2018 PULI
Puli Name REG # SEX AGE OFA ID TEST CHIC#
CATSUN CONFESSION DN45147601 F 43 PU-1847E3F-VPI Hips
Grade 1 - Practitioner Patella
Degen Joint Disease Elbow
WINDKIST MOVING TARGET DC649348 M 33 PU-1848E33M-VPI Hips
PU-PA229/33M/P-VPI Patella
MEZOK KIS GYONGYE "PEARL" DN36263603 F 66 PU-EYE41/66F-VPI Eyes
109706 CH 109706
MEZOK EDES-DOBOSTORTA "KANHE" DN48430301 M 20 PU-DM171/20M-PI DM
16 PU-EYE87/16M-PI EYES
136291 CH 136291
STARLIGHT VIEW'S COFFEE BEANS DN55028403 M 9 PU-DM173/9M-NOPI DM
SZENTMIHALYI-SZABONE EPER NO- REG 181461 F 5 PU-DM172/5F-PI DM
VADROZSA GOMBOC DN37322002 M 63 PU-DM175/63M-PI DM
62 PU-EYE83/62M-VPI Eyes
136449 CH 136449
WYLDMOR CAST A SPELL DN41742101 F 43 PU-DM174/43F-PI DM
NOE BARKAJA COVERT AFFAIRS AT SPINDRIFT DN50170203 M 21 PU-EYE85/21M-VPI Eyes
NOE BARKAJA WALKING ON SUNSHINE AT SPINDRIFT DN52489902 F 17 PU-EYE66/17F-VPI Eyes
SZeP-APATI DALOS "DAHLEE" DN31576701 F 92 PU-EYE84/92F-PI Eyes
91193 CH 91194
VADROZSA HOTTER THAN A HABANERO DN39766601 M 53 PU-EYE45/53M-VPI Eyes
119261 CH 119261
CH - Canine Health (report of CHIC accomplishment)
UPCOMING SUPPORTED ENTRY
Chambers Area Kennel Club May 10-11 Chambersburg PA
Superintendent: Jim Rau Dog Shows Ltd. NOHS both days
Fri Judge: Betsy Horn Hummer, Sat Judge: Marjorie A Tuff
Contacts: Brian and Alece Brubaker
Brian: spindriftpulik@gmail.com 717-226-6317
TENNESSEE SUPPORTED ENTRY—March 2019 Supported Entries on March 8 and March 9
Nashville Kenel Club—Mrach 7, 2017 JUDGE: Mr Richard Paquette
1/WD 7 SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO CINKOS. DN515887/01. 06/01/2017. BREEDER: Katalin Szabone Ivanyi. By Cseri-
Subas Firka-Insegdombi Deres. OWNER: Larry & Gail Schroth.
1/W/BW 6 KALACSOS DORKA II. DN545419/01. 03/16/2018. BREEDER: Jozsefne Soos. By CSERI-SUBAS
FIRKA-HO DE L'OUCHE GEALS. OWNER: Sherry Gibson.
BB/G4 5 GCH CH MOONSHADOW MIND GAMES. DN375913/03. 04/25/2013. Dog. BREEDER: Barbara & Russell
Pessina. By Ch Moonshadows Mind Over Matter-Ch Moonshadows Aint No Angel. OWNER: Stacy Gail Czekaj & Barbara Penni-
na.
OS/BOBOH 8 CH SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO APOLKA. DN476002/01. 06/20/2016. Bitch. BREEDER: Katalin
Szabone Ivanyi. By Cseri-Subas Firka-Insegdombi Deres. OWNER: Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis.
Puli News—March 2019, Page 4
SEL 19 GCH SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO TREFA. DN434666/01. 02/08/2015. Dog. BREEDER: Katalin Szabone Ivanyi.
By Rackaorzo Rege-Makvirag Bobita. OWNER: Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis.
Tuallahoma Kennel Club of TN Inc.—March 8, 2019 JUDGE: Ms Joanne (Jan) N Paulk
1/WD 7 SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO CINKOS. DN515887/01. 06/01/2017. BREEDER: Katalin Szabone
Ivanyi. By Cseri-Subas Firka-Insegdombi Deres. OWNER: Larry & Gail Schroth.
1/WB/BW 6 KALACSOS DORKA II. DN545419/01. 03/16/2018. BREEDER: Jozsefne Soos. By CSERI-
SUBAS FIRKA-HO DE L'OUCHE GEALS. OWNER: Sherry Gibson.
SEL 5 GCH CH MOONSHADOW MIND GAMES. DN375913/03. 04/25/2013. Dog. BREEDER: Barbara &
Russell Pessina. By Ch Moonshadows Mind Over Matter-Ch Moonshadows Aint No Angel. OWNER: Stacy Gail Czekaj & Barbara
Pennina.
OS/BOBOH 8 CH SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO APOLKA. DN476002/01. 06/20/2016. Bitch. BREEDER: Katalin
Szabone Ivanyi. By Cseri-Subas Firka-Insegdombi Deres. OWNER: Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis.
BB 17 GCH CH MEZOK RAMANOK CD BN RE HT NAJ NAP OJP NFP. DN362636/04. 03/25/2013. Dog. BREED-
ER: Diane H Fields. By GchS Ch Pydain Joshua CGCA-Ch Szep-Apati Dalos. OWNER: Dr Julie A Schuh & Ian T Schuh.
Tullahoma KennelClub of TN Inc —March 9, 2019 JUDGE: Ms Peggy Beisel-McIlwaine
1/WD 7 SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO CINKOS. DN515887/01. 06/01/2017. BREEDER: Katalin Szabone Ivanyi. By Cseri-
Subas Firka-Insegdombi Deres. OWNER: Larry & Gail Schroth.
1/WB/BW 6 KALACSOS DORKA II. DN545419/01. 03/16/2018. BREEDER: Jozsefne Soos. By CSERI-SUBAS
FIRKA-HO DE L'OUCHE GEALS. OWNER: Sherry Gibson.
BB/G3 5 GCH CH MOONSHADOW MIND GAMES. DN375913/03. 04/25/2013. Dog. BREEDER: Barbara & Russell
Pessina. By Ch Moonshadows Mind Over Matter-Ch Moonshadows Aint No Angel. OWNER: Stacy Gail Czekaj & Barbara Penni-
na.
OS/BOBOH 8 CH SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO APOLKA. DN476002/01. 06/20/2016. Bitch. BREEDER: Katalin
Szabone Ivanyi. By Cseri-Subas Firka-Insegdombi Deres. OWNER: Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis.
SEL 11 CH CATSUN COMANCHE WAR DRUMS CGC TKN. DN501803/01. 06/12/2015. Dog. BREEDER: Ian
Crowther. By Hampatong Hobgoblin-Adnama Commanche Magic. OWNER: Jodell Grandey.
19 GCH SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO TREFA. DN434666/01. 02/08/2015. Dog. BREEDER: Katalin Szabone Ivanyi.
By Rackaorzo Rege-Makvirag Bobita. OWNER: Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis.
Nashville Kennel Club—March 10,2019 JUDGE: Mr David J Kirkland
BB 5 GCH CH MOONSHADOW MIND GAMES. DN375913/03. 04/25/2013. Dog. BREEDER: Barbara & Russell
Pessina. By Ch Moonshadows Mind Over Matter-Ch Moonshadows Aint No Angel. OWNER: Stacy Gail Czekaj & Barbara Penni-
na.
OS/BOBOH 8 CH SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO APOLKA. DN476002/01. 06/20/2016. Bitch. BREEDER: Katalin
Szabone Ivanyi. By Cseri-Subas Firka-Insegdombi Deres. OWNER: Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis.
SEL 19 GCH SZENTMIHALYI-SZABO TREFA. DN434666/01. 02/08/2015. Dog. BREEDER: Katalin Szabone Ivanyi.
By Rackaorzo Rege-Makvirag Bobita. OWNER: Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis.
Puli News - March 2019, Page 5
PULI CLUB OF AMERICA
2018 NATIONAL SPECIALTY
Please join us for the 2019 National Specialty weekend
– held in conjunction with the Buckhorn Valley Kennel Club
and and the Continental Divide Herding Assn. in Greeley,
CO – in view of the beautiful Rockies.
(all events/times subject to change)
Thursday, October 24 – Monday, October 28
Show Venue: Island Grove Regional Park Events Center
501 N 14th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631
Host Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton, Greeley at Lin-
coln Park 919 7th St., Greeley, Colorado, 80634
TEL: 1-970-304-0000
Negotiated room rate: Rooms start at $109 for single up to
$139 for quad. There is a $50 nonrefundable pet fee per
room. For reservations, call 1-800-222-TREE and use the
Code “PCA” for the room rate. Make reservations early –
the room block will be available until Friday, September
23, 2019.
EVENTS
Thursday, October 24 All Thursday events will be held at the host hotel
• Judges Education 9:30 am – 12 noon
• Annual Board Meeting 2 – 4 pm
• Welcome Reception & Member Education 5 – 7pm
o Member Education topic to be announced.
o Light refreshments will be served at the welcome reception – price is included in price of
banquet ticket.
o Welcome bags will be distributed at the Welcome Reception
Friday, October 25 Island Grove Regional Park
• Puli Club of America National Specialty
o 9:00 am Sweepstakes
o 10:00 Specialty classes : Judge: Mrs Barbara Pessina
• Lunch in hospitality room following judging.
• Continental Divide Herding Assn. - afternoon
o Puli classes followed by Herding Group
Puli News—March 2019, Page 6
Saturday, October 26 Island Grove Regional Park
• Puli Club of American Regional Specialty
o 9:00 am Sweepstakes
o 10:00 Specialty classes: Judge: Dr. Eric Liebes
• Buckhorn Valley Kennel Club - afternoon
o Puli classes followed by Herding Group and BIS
• Doubletree Hotel: Annual Dinner at 6:00 pm
Sunday, October 27 Island Grove Regional Park
• Buckhorn Valley Kennel Club PCA Supported entry in morning.
Monday, October 28 Herding event somewhere in northern Colorado – location TBA
Notes: The hotel is about a 5 minute drive to the show site. Island Grove is a beautiful historic park and the best show
site in our region. The hotel is brand new and faces on Lincoln Park in downtown Greeley within walking distance of
a selection of nice restaurants. Denver International Airport is about an hour away but you do not have to pass
through Denver to get to Greeley.
Note you will have five (5) opportunities to show your Pulis, 2x on Friday, 2x on Satur-
day and once on Sunday.
There will also be obedience, rally, fastcat, barn hunt, and we’re working on an agility opportunity.
Check PCA website for updated information.
Puli News - March 2019, Page 7
The PCA Board is delighted to announce that there are TWO wonderful opportu-
nities to host an upcoming National Specialty - 2021 and 2022 !!!!!
It is helpful if the potential Show Chair is an experienced dog show person however that is not a requirement.
What is necessary is a detail oriented person with the admirable traits of patience [ lots of patience ], people skills
and a reasonable perspective to enjoy the experience and challenges that this rewarding role may encounter. Al-
ways remember that as the PCA Show Chair, you will have the PCA Specialty Advisor Committee as an active re-
source for you while you are planning, coordinating and carrying out the events.
The PCA Constitution requires our National Specialty to be held in the month of September or October each
year. A Regional Specialty and a supported entry show are generally also held on that same weekend. If this is a
cluster weekend , more shows may be added . This means a prospective Show Chair would coordinate and man-
age several events via committees that you as Show Chair would develop and oversee.
If you are interested and need complete application or more detailed information on this opportunity, please
promptly contact Brian Brubaker (717) 226 - 6317 or spindriftpulik@icloud.com.
NATIONAL: ____ REGIONAL: ____ SUPPORTED: _____ YEAR OF SHOW (circle one) 2021 2022
PROPOSED SHOW CHAIRPERSON
NAME:_______________________________________________________
ADDRESS:____________________________________________________ CITY:___________________ STATE:___ ZIP:__________
PHONE: (____) _______________________ CELL PHONE: (____) _______________________
EMAIL: ________________________________________________
SHOW SITE:
ALL BREED: ___ INDEPENDENT: ___
INDOORS: ___ OUTDOORS: ___ CITY:______________________________________ STATE: _______
KENNEL CLUB HOSTING:_____________________________________________________ SHOW DATES:___________________
HOST SHOW CHAIR NAME:_______________________________________________________________________________________
HOST SHOW CHAIR EMAIL: ______________________________________________ CELL PHONE: (____) _________________
SHOW SECRETARY OR SUPERINTENDENT:
SEC.:_______________________________ OR SUPT:__________________________________
NAME:_________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS:____________________________________________________ CITY:___________________ STATE:___ ZIP:__________
EMAIL: ________________________________________________ CELL PHONE: (____) _____________________
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES WILL BE OFFERED:
CONFORMATION and SWEEPSTAKES FUTURITY
JR. SHOWMANSHIP HERDING
AGILITY EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
OBEDIENCE
LIST AIRPORTS AND DISTANCE TO SHOW:
PROPOSED HOST HOTEL
PLEASE ATTACH ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO PROVIDE WITH YOUR APPLICATION .
PROPOSED SHOW CHAIRPERSON SIGNATURE: ______________________________________ DATE:____________
Puli News—March 2019, Page 8
NEW TITLES
CH Piroskai Sosueme OA AXJ IT PIROSKAI UBERRASCHUNG NA NAJ
“QUIP”
“CASH”
"Quip" earned her Novice Agility Jumper (NAJ)
"Cash" earned his Open Agility title under Judge and Novice Agility (NA) titles under Judge Mary
Bonnie McDonald on 22 December 2018 at an agil- Mullen on 15 and 17 February 2019, respectively,
ity trial held in Spring, Texas, hosted by at an agility trial held in Spring, Texas, hosted by
the Houston Obedience Training Club. the Puli Club of America.
Sire:CH Piroskai Mojoman Put A Spell on U RN MX MSJ
.Sire: CH Piroskai Mojoman Put A Spell on U RN MX MSJ MJB2 OF IT CGC TKN VPA
MJB2 OF IT CGC TKN VPA
Dam:CH Piroskai Lollapalooza CGC IT VPA Dam: GCHB CH Piroskai Original Sin RN AXJ
ACP NF CGC IT VPA
Bred and owned by Dagmar and Irma Fertl
Handled by Dagmar Fertl Bred/Owned/Handled by Dagmar Fertl
CH Weatherby Agave Azul of Bokar CGC TKA GCH & Aust CH Cordmaker Boys Will Be Boys
PT NAP NJP
“BLUE”
2018 was a very good, and busy, year for Blue.
He finished his Championship title on October 27, “ARCHIE”
2018 at the Buckhorn Valley KC show under “Archie” earned two agility titles in two weekends
judge Brian Meyer. During the year he also earned of trialing. He earned his NJP on 12/27/2018 at the
the Canine Good Citizen title, and AKC Trick Dog TRACS Trial and his NAP title on 1/5/2019 at the
Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced titles. San Francisco Bay Weimaraners Trial.
Sire: CH Bokar Simon Says Sire: NZ & AUST CH Adnama Black Magic
Dam: GCH Weatherby’s a Piece of Cake Dam: AUST CH Cordmaker Jennifer Juniper
Bred by: Penny Kelly and Sue Huebner
Bred by: Margaret Witwer and Carolyn Nusbickel Owned by: Jim Moen, Cathy Pronzini, Penny Kelly, Sue
Owned by: Linda and Gary Hall, Margaret Witwer, and Carolyn Huebner
Nusbickel Handled by: Cathy Pronzini
Trained and Handled by: Linda Hall
Puli News - March 2019, Page 9
NEW TITLES
CH OTCH Bartok’s Harvest Song UDX4 GCH CH Vadrozsa Hotter Than A
OM6 PT MX MXJ MJB T2B Habanero
“SHAKER” “CHILI”
Shaker finished her Obedience Trial Championship on Chili finished his Grand Championship at the
10 February 2019 at the 4Paw Obedience Trial in Mari- Golden Gate Kennel Club show on January
etta, GA, under judge Barry Roland. She is the 5th con- 26, 2019 under judge Fred Bassett.
secutive generation to achieve this title and I am thrilled
Sire: GCH CH Wyldmor Moonshadows Carry Me Over
to have such a special and versatile girl! Dam: CH Szep Apati Varazs
Bred by Kathy Allen
Sire: GCH Moonshadow Mind Over Matter
Dam: CH OTCH Bartok’s Mikrokosmos UDX5 OGM HSAs VER
Owned by Kathy & Ross Allen
RE
Breed- er/
Owner:
Nancy C.
Kelly
For those of you who aren’t familiar with Obedience, you may not rec- places under different judges. For a first place finish in Utility, with 7
ognize what a fantastic accomplishment Shaker’s OTCH is. In order to dogs competing, 4 points are awarded, for a first place in Open with 10
compete for an OTCH, a dog must first have earned the CD (Novice), dogs completing, 2 points are awarded. And the Q rate in each of these
CDX (Open), and UD (Utility) Titles. Then the dog continues to com- classes is usually not more than 30%. So Shaker and Nancy worked long
pete in Open B and Utility B (the advanced Obedience Classes) and and hard for this title. It usually takes years of competition to achieve
must win 100 points (points awarded based on the number of dogs beat- this accomplishment.
en and based on placements in the classes), a first in Utility or Open
CONGRATULATIONS SHAKER AND NANCY!
(with the requirement for number of dogs beaten) and the three first
Puli News—March 2019, Page 10“LEXI”
CH PIROSKAI KLOAK N DAGGER RN CGC VP
27 July 2003 - 23 January 2019
“Lexi” was my mom’s heart dog, faithfully staying by her side to the end. “Lexi” was very special to me, since she and her
sister “Kai” marked the first time that my mom and I kept littermates. We often would compare developmental/behavioral
notes for the sisters, which was a very special experience for us. “Lexi” raised great puppies, and she was active with later
generations of Piroska Pulik, being warm and kind (yet firm) with puppies and adult dogs alike. She participated in many
activities including conformation, Rally, CGC, and herding. “Lexi” was a great breed ambassador, patiently letting people
touch her cords and give her many pats, as well as listening to a multitude of questions about and not rolling her eyes. She
was a lover of carbs, enjoying the soft interior of a buttery croissant as much as a homemade peanut butter dog cookies. By
the way, “Lexi” also authored “Great ExPUPtations! A Compilation of Observations about Whelping and Rearing An Ex-
emplary Litter of Pulis.” This Puli diary was coauthored and printed by my mom and sold at a Puli National Specialty with
all of the proceeds going to the Puli Club of America’s Way and Means Committee.
“Lexi” took me under her wing after the unexpected passing of “Kai” many years ago, and she also was a great comfort after
my mom’s passing a few years ago, sleeping with me every night in bed since then. I had come to realize, with a heavy
heart, that it was time to return “Lexi” to my mom. Two yellow butterflies excitedly flying around me a few days later
were the sign that my mom and “Lexi” were reunited.
Until we all meet again….
Submitted by Dagmar Fertl
Lexi and Emme 4-983
Lexi doing Rally at PCA Mational 20qq
Lexi’s book
Lexi—Octrober 2012
Puli News - March 2019, Page 11Pulik December 2018—AKC Gazette Column Cords: The Puli’s Crown Having just participated recently in a Meet The Breed event at an AKC show, probably the most talked about feature of the Puli is its coat. People ask if it’s real and if the Puli is born that way; beg to touch it; and are of- ten surprised to hear that you don’t roll or braid the hair and that the cords do not unravel when you bathe the dog. But more interesting is that the coat is actually practical and functional for this breed. The corded coat of the Puli was mentioned as early at the 18th Century. The dense coat of the Puli developed over time to serve as insulation and protection from the environment and other rigors of nature (for example, hungry wolves) in its country of origin (Hungary). The corded coat also allowed for unrestricted movement, necessary when the Pu- li was herding sheep on the puszta. The puszta is a vast area of plains and wetlands in eastern Hungary used for the grazing of sheep and cattle. Here, the Puli would be constantly exposed to the whims of climate (bone- chilling winters and hot summers) and terrain. Nomadic shepherds found the Puli coat easy to maintain, and unlike the modern show dog with its floor-length cords (which many people are shocked to learn, take 5 years to get to that length), a working Puli in Hungary had its excess coat sheared in the spring just like the sheep. The Puli’s coat then did not need further attention till the following spring. The Puli is a double-coated breed, with a dense, soft, wooly undercoat and a longer, wiry, top coat. The under- coat tangles with the top coat to form felt-like cords. Without that balance, that coat will fail to mat and cord on its own. The soft undercoat hair acts as insulation, providing protection from the weather and the harsher top coat adds strength to the coat and repels moisture and dirt. The Puli coat is difficult to saturate with water, but once wet, takes a long time (hours) to dry. To learn more on what is involved with grooming this breed, the Puli Club of America provides useful resources: http://www.puliclub.org/wp/the-puli/grooming/. Back in 1966, Dr. Imre Ocsag (internationally renowned and respected Puli expert) presented his study on the Puli’s coat to the All-Union Cynological Council, where he described seven coat types for the breed, catego- rized by texture. These were: clustery; felt-like ribbon or corded; open hair type; short type; silky type; straight type; and wavy or shaggy type. Cords come in a variety of shapes including narrow cords; flat or ‘ribbon’ cords; thin cords resembling shoe- laces; heavy, very wide, mat-like cords; and even, rounded cords. Structure of the hair determines the cord type. All are correct within the standard since to initiate cords, a coat must have a proper balance between un- dercoat and top coat. No two Puli coats are exactly alike – they are unique in that the texture will vary, as well as the size and shape of the cords. The ideal cord was identified in the 1970s by Mr. Les Benis (an internation- ally recognized Puli expert) as the flat cord: proportionately uniform ribbon-lile tassels that are approximately the width of ½ an inch. People often make the mistake of trying to achieve that size at the onset of cording, but forget that the cord, with gravity and time, lengthens and thins. Make the cord too thin at the onset, and it will weaken over time and break off. A good rule of thumb is that the good cords come from an area of skin the size of a quarter. As cautioned already by Mr. Les Benis and Dr. Imre Bordacs in the 1970s -"….over-emphasis has been given lately to the length and profuseness of the coat, which, although impressive, often hides major faults and short- comings.” The AKC Standard allows for both the brushed and corded coat, and how the coat is presented in the show ring is a matter of the preference of the exhibitor, although overwhelmingly, the corded coat reigns supreme in the show ring. Crimping should be evident in the coat of a young Puli or one with a brushed coat, since that will tell you that the coat has the ability to cord. It should be noted that a judge’s final decision on awards should not be based on a Puli’s coat, but its structure, since one needs to keep in mind the purpose of the breed, which is herding, and form follows function. -Dagmar Fertl Puli Club of America www.puliclub.org (972)742-5206 Puli News—March 2019, Page 12
Pulik
03/2019—AKC Gazette Column
Puppy of Achievement Pulik
The AKC initiated the Puppy of Achievement (POA) program during September 2017 to encourage new owners of purebred puppies
to become involved in the exciting world of conformation dog shows. POA points are earned by winning regular puppy classes or
going Best of Breed or Best of Opposite Sex in the 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy (BPUP) competition. Puppies that earn 10 POA points
automatically receive a certificate for their accomplishment. All dogs exhibited in the regular puppy classes or in BPUP competition
are eligible to earn POA points. To learn more about the Puppy of Achievement program (including the point schedule), the AKC
invites you to visit www.akc.org/events/puppy-of-achievement/. The AKC website provides helpful tips to a novice owner on how to pre-
pare for conformation showing. Topics include teaching a puppy to wear a collar; to walk on a leash on your left side, and to be com-
fortable meeting new people. Also incorporated is helpful information on what to expect at a dog show.
Attending a local conformation handling class will help you and your puppy be more prepared in terms of what to expect when you’re
showing. You will find both seasoned and novice handlers at these classes, which makes them a wonderful working and learning expe-
rience, especially for puppies. You may contact a local dog club (i.e., kennel club) for information as to the location of those classes
(the AKC website provides a list of Dog Clubs from all over the USA). One of the most important things to strive for is to make dog
shows fun. However, a well-trained puppy makes it even more so.
From the start of the program in 2017 to the end of November 2018, the AKC has issued the POA certificate to six Pulik:
· Moonshadow Wonder Woman (“Diana” [F/black] bred by Barbara and Russell Pessina, owned by Dr. Laurel S Cain
Denk/Marc C Denk/Christian A Denk/Ver A Cain)
· Szentmihalyi-Szabo Cinkos (“Iceman” [M/white] bred by Katalin Szabone Ivanyi, owned by Larry Schroth Sr./Gail
Schroth)
· Applegate's Cream Of The Crop (“Trump” [M/white] bred by Frances Levinson, owned by Frances Levinson/Ronald
Sullivan)
· Bowmaker Flying Solo (“Solo” [F/black] bred and owned by Sherry Gibson)
· Noe Barkaja Ragyogo Lelek (“Rags” [F/black] bred by Linda Meakin DVM and Cindy Boright and owned by Linda
Meakin/Cindy Boright/Brian Brubaker/Alece Couman)
· Feketedios Csoki (“Csoki” [M/black] bred by Janos Dobstadt, owned by Valarie Cheimis/Gary Cheimis)
Each of these Pulik are proudly owned by members of the Puli Club of America (PCA). In terms of popularity (as reported by the
AKC), the Puli ranks 142 out of 190, making it a rare breed, as well as categorized as a Low Entry Breed. For that reason, the PCA is
encouraging all of its members, novice or experienced, to show their puppies. The Parent Club is hopeful that reputable Puli breeders
are fostering buyers of show quality puppies to pursue dog showing. The PCA is working also to invigorate more Puli owners to join
the parent club. We all need to do everything we can to encourage participation by those new to the breed. Dog shows are a wonder-
ful place where dog owners can meet and develop life-long friendships.
-Dagmar Fertl
Puli Club of America
Puli News - March 2019, Page 13IIn February of 2019, PCA sponsored two agility trials, one in CA and one in Houston TX. Dagmar Fertl coordinated the trial in HoustonTX, Cathy Prozini the trial in CA Together the profits from the two trials netted around $4000 which will be used to sponsor agility at a future Specialty. In order to sponsor an Agility Trial, PCA must form a committee of at least 5 members to be present at the trial. PCA thanks those member who volunteered to serve on these committee. Dagmar reported on the trial in TX: Jumps! Tunnels! Flying Cords! The Puli Club of America held an AKC agility trial during 15-17 February in Spring, Texas (Houston area). The show site was Dog Gone Fun Agility’s facility, which is an indoor facility that is climate-controlled and has soccer turf. The trial was judged by Mary Mullen. This was a large show with more than 200 entries each day. Competition classes included Jumpers with Weaves, Standard, FAST, Time to Beat, as well as Premier Standard and Premier Jumpers. Over the course of the weekend, 5 dogs finished their Mas- ter Agility Champion and Preferred Agility Champion titles; gorgeous championship rosettes with the Hungarian flag colors were awarded, making this a great opportunity to educate many exhibitors on the country of origin for the Puli. Five Pulik from the Houston and New Orleans areas represented the breed and were fabulous ambassadors: “Szabo” run by Joe Lap- ine; “Eve” run by Terri Burrows; and “Snitch,” “Cash,” and “Quip” run by Dagmar Fertl. The five Pulik represented both the beginner and advanced levels of competition. Highlights included happy runs by all the Pulik, who received many applauses. Qualifying scores over the weekend were earned by “Snitch” and “Quip.” In fact, “Quip” finished two Novice agility titles at our Club’s trial. A huge, huge shout out of thanks to my fellow trial committee members who were present 9 AM to 4:30 PM each of the 3 days and worked VERY hard: Joe Lapine, Pam Erstling, Terri Burrows, and Randy McDaniel. Both Randy and Joe even did agility with Aus- sies! Randy ran “Kasey” while Joe’s teammate was “Shea;” both Aussies had some super runs. A special thanks to PCA Agility Chair Cathy Pronzini for getting the paperwork and other associated mechanics completed, so that this trial could take place. The Club received many compliments on how smoothly the trial ran and how relaxed and happy the at- mosphere was. PCA received a $2,000 check from the event, and this money has been earmarked for use at performance support activities at National specialties. -Dagmar Fertl Trial committee photo: (left to right). Judge Mary Mullen; Dagmar Fertl and “Cash,” Pam Erstling with “Quip,” Terri Burrows and “Eve,” Joe Lapine with “Szabo,” and Randy McDaniel and “Kasey.” Puli News—March 2019, Page 14
Puli Winners at National Events
Pictures of the winners of the conformation events can be seen in the Top 10 Listings where available
Puli News congratulations all the winners
Royal Canine—AKC National Dog Show Orlando FL Dec 2018
Judge T. W. Coen
Best of Breed—GCH CH Mezok Ramanok CD BN RE HT NAJ NAP OJP NFP RATN CGCA (D), owned by Julie
Schuh and Ian Schuh
Best of Opposite Sex —CH Szentmihalyi-Szabo Apolka (B), Owned by Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis
Select Dog — GCHB CH Szentmihalyi-Szabo Miksa RN CGC owned by Larry Shroth and Gail Shroth
Winners Dog — CH Feketedios Csoki Owned by Valarie Cheimie and Gary Cheimis
Reserve Winners Dog —Szentmihalyi-Szabo Cinkos Owned by Larry Schroth and Gail Schroth
Judges Award of Merit —GCH CH Szentmihalyi-Szabo Trefa ownd by Valarie Cheimie and Gary Cheimis
Royal Canine Agilty—AKC National Agility Invitational—Orlando FL Dec 2018
Puli
Medallion owned and handled by Nancy C Kerlly : CH Bartok's Harvest Song UDX4 OM6 PT MX MXJ MJB T2B
390 Score 16 inch owned and Handled by Ronnie Cimprich : MACH3 Xena Princess Warrior MXB2 MJC MFG TQX T2B4
386 Score 16 inch owned by handled by Claudine Armand: Puszta's Rocco MXP AJP
Score 379 12 inch wned and handles by Jane Slade Exum: CH MACH3 Moonshadow Martuska Piroska RA MXG2 MJS2 NF
Score 341 16 inch owned and handled by Carole Hosdes: Maydl's Mazik Lokshn RA AX OAJ OF
Score 103 12 inch owned and handled by Jane Slade Exum:: CH Moonshadows Csodas Renata
Nancy Kelly and Shaker and Shaker’s Medallion
Claudine Armand, Ronnie Cimprichm, Nancy Kelly
Westminster Kennel Club –New York City, NY—Februay 2019
Judge: S W Moses
Best of Breed GCH CH Mezok Ramanok CD BN RE HT NAJ NAP OJP NFP RATN CGCA owned by Julie Schuh and Ian Schuh
Best of Opposite Sex GCH CH Wyldmor Cast A Spell owned by Patty Anspach and Sabrina Prim
Select Dog GCHB CH Szentmihalyi-Szabo Miksa RN CGC owned by Gail Schroth and Larry Schroth
Award of Merit GCH CH Noe Barkaja Rikkancs Frederick owned and handled by Linda Meakin and Cindy Boright
Puli News - March 2019, Page 15PULIK Canine Chronicle 2018TopDogs Using All-Breed Totals
January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018
Wins Group Wins TOTAL
Rank Name Sex BIS I II III IV BOB/V Defeat-
ed
1 CH Fuzzy Farm All Things Considered D 0 8 12 13 10 92 2640
2 GCH Cordmaker Boys Will Be Boys D 0 2 4 8 8 95 1497
3 GCHB Moonshadow A League Of Her Own CDX B 0 3 3 3 2 30 1320
BN BAE FDC
4 GCH Mezok Ramanok CD BN RE HT NAJ NAP D 1 2 1 5 3 52 1233
NFP NF RATN CGCA
5 GCH Moonshadow Mind Games D 0 2 1 5 3 26 712
6 GCH Wyldmor Cast A Spell B 0 0 2 0 2 26 274
7 GCH Mezok Kis Gyrongye “Pearl” CGCA B 0 0 1 1 5 30 213
8 GCH Woodmarks The Hills Are Alive B 0 0 1 0 0 11 195
9 Moonshadow Wonder Woman B 0 0 0 1 1 11 155
10 GCH Piroskai The Woodlands Tx At Pjikos NAP D 0 0 1 1 1 8 145
NJP CGC
11 Lajosmegvyi Here Comes The Rain Again B 0 0 0 1 0 2 123
12 Roundabouts The Jabberwocky D 0 0 0 1 3 10 122
13 CH Immerzu High Fidelity D 0 0 0 1 1 8 84
14 GCH Noe Barkaja Rikkanc Frederick D 0 0 0 0 0 12 53
14 GCH Szentmihalyi-Szabo Miksa RN CGC D 0 0 0 0 0 24 53
16 CH Mi Puli Vad Virag B 0 1 0 0 0 8 51
17 GCH Wesatherbys Rough Rider D 0 0 0 0 0 8 48
18 GCH Applegates Petite Verdot RN CGC B 0 0 0 0 0 9 36
19 Ch Vadrozsa Back To The Future D 0 0 0 0 0 16 28
20 GCH Szentmihalyi-Szabo Trefa D 0 0 0 0 0 8 24
21 CH Bowmaker Life Of The Party B 0 0 0 0 0 3 22
22 CH Catsun Comanche War Drums CGC TKN D 0 0 0 0 0 11 18
23 Applegates Theres Nothing Like A Guinness FDC D 0 0 0 0 0 4 12
24 CH Vadrozsa Hotter Than A Habanero D 0 0 0 0 0 5 10
25 CH Immerzu Ghostlight D 0 0 0 0 0 3 9
Puli News—March 2019, Page 16PULIK Canine Chronicle 2018TopDogs Using Breed Totals
January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018
Wins Group Wins TOTAL
Rank Name Sex BIS I II III IV BOB/V Defeat-
ed
1 GCHB Moonshadow A League Of Her Own CDX B 0 3 3 3 2 30 182
BN BAE FDC
2 GCH Cordmaker Boys Will Be Boys D 0 2 4 8 9 95 60
3 GCH Noe Barkaja Rikkancs Frederick D 0 0 0 0 0 12 53
3 GCHB Szentmihalyi-Szabo Miksa RN CGC D 0 0 0 0 0 25 53
5 GCH Weatherbys Rough Rider D 0 0 0 0 0 9 48
6 GCH Mezok Ramanok CD BN RE HT NAJ NP OJP E 1 2 1 5 3 52 48
NFP RATN CGCA
7 GCH Moonshadow Mind Games D 0 2 1 4 2 26 42
8 GCH Mezok Kis Gyongye “Pearl” CGCA B 0 0 1 1 5 30 38
9 GCH Applegates Petite Verdot RN CGC B 0 0 0 0 0 9 36
10 GCH Wyldmor Cast A Spell B 0 0 2 0 2 16 35
11 CH Vadozsa Back To The Future D 0 0 0 0 0 16 28
12 GCH Piroskai The Woodlands Tx At Pajkos NAP D 0 0 1 1 1 8 27
NJP CGC
13 GCH Szentmihalyi-Szabo Trefa D 0 0 0 0 0 6 24
14 Ch Bowmaker Life Of The Party B 0 0 0 0 0 3 22
15 CH Catsun Comanche War Drums CGC TKN D 0 0 0 0 0 11 19
16 Moonshadow Wonder Woman B 0 0 0 1 1 11 13
17 Applegates Theres Nothing Like A Guiness FDC NA D 0 0 0 0 0 4 12
NAJ CGC
17 CH Immerzu High Fidelity D 0 0 0 1 1 5 12
19 CH Vadrozsa Hotter Than A Habanero D 0 0 0 0 0 5 10
20 Roundabouts The Jabberwocky D 0 0 0 1 3 1 9
20 CH Immerzu Glostlight D 0 0 0 0 0 3 9
22 CH Bowmaker Flying Solo B 0 0 0 0 0 5 8
22 Noe Barkaja Covert Affairs At Spindrift D 0 0 0 0 0 2 6
22 Lajosmegyis Here Comes The Rain B 0 0 0 0 0 2 6
25 CH Fuzzy Farm All Things Considered D 0 8 12 13 10 2 7
25 CH Weatherby Agave Azul Of Bokar CGC TKI D 0 0 0 0 0 2 7
25 CH Bowmaker DonT Stop The Party B 0 0 0 0 0 1 7
Puli News - March 2019, Page 17PULIK Canine Chronicle 2018TopDogs Using OwnerHandler
Totals
January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018
Rank Dog Name Owner-Handler Name OHS Points
1 GCH Cordmaker Boys Will Be Boys James M Moen, Catharine Pronzini,Penny Kelly,Sue 2820
Huebner
2 GCHB Szentmilhalyi-Szabo Miksa RN CGC Larry Schroth, Gail Schroth 575
3 GCH Moonshadow Mind Games Stacy Czekaj, Barbara Pessina 460
4 GCH Wyldmor Cast A Spell Patty Anspach, Sabrina Prim 3t5
5 GCJHSzemtmihalyi-Szabo Trefa Gary Cheimis, Valarie Cheimis 215
6 GCH Weatherby’s Rough Rider Margaret Witwer, Carolyn S Nisbikel 190
7 GCH CH Piroskai The Woodlands Tx At Pajikos Bob Erstling, Pam Erstling 175
8 Moonshadow Wonder Woman Dr. Laurel S Cain Denk, Mark C Denk,Christian A 130
Denk, Vera Cain
9 GCH Mezok Ramanok CD BN RE HT NAJ NAP Julie Schuh, Ian Schuh 105
OJP NFP RATN CCA
10 CH Roundabout The Jabberwocky Michael Sweeney 70
10 CH Fuzzy Farm All Things Considered Steve Lawrence, Alice Lawrence 70
12 CH Noe Barkaja Hope Floats At Spindrift Brain Brubaker, Alece Soulman Brubaker 62
13 CH Mi Puli Vad Virag Karen Kocsondy, Zolton Kocsondy 50
14 GCH Noe Barkaja Rikkancs Frederick Dr. Linda Meakin, Cindy Boright 45
15 GCH Wyldmor Unscripted Zachary Stadelman, Patty Anaspach 40
Puli News—March 2019, Page 18CH FUZZY FARM ALL THINGS CONSIDERED
#1 ALL Breed, #10 Owner Handler
“SPAETZLE“
Owneed by Steve Lawrence and Alice Lawrence
Bred By Steve Lawrence, Patricia Turner, Anna Quigley, Alice Lawrence
DOB: 12 April 2014
"Spaetzle" carried on the Fuzzy Farm tradition of Top Ten Pulis with a suc-
cessful and fun 2018! With limited showing, only in the Northeast, he has
made a mark in the show ring with multiple Group wins and has established
himself as the Clown Prince of the Fuzzy Farm. Always eager to shake
hands with everyone who goes by, he has become well known on the New
England show circuit as the happiest Puli around. With correct Puli struc-
ture, movement, and coat, Spaetzle has carried on the tradition of top-
winning Fuzzy Farm Pulis.
-- Steve Lawrence
Puli News - March 2019, Page 19GCH Cordmaker Boys Will Be Boys PT NAP NJP
#2 ALL Breed, #2 Breed, #1 Owner Handler
“ARCHIE”
Owned by Jim Moen, Catharine Pronzini, Panny Kelly, Sue Huebner
Bred by Penny Kelly and Sue Hueber, DOB: 03 March 2014
Archie has that Puli zest for life and fun, and it often carries into the ring. The
string cheese in the right pocket doesn’t hurt either. Anyway, we had a lot of
fun competing in Conformation in 2018. Most shows are offering Owner-
Handled as well as regular Variety Groups, and that suits him because he gets
more ring visits and more treats throughout the day. He ended up doing pretty
well with Jim on the other end of the lead and no advertising.
Archie and Jim do not check the statistics as the year progresses, so they were
both surprised he ended up tied for #3 Owner-Handled, all breeds. The compe-
tition here in California is fierce in both group rings, which makes any win es-
pecially nice. He also found time to go to herding training and also a few agili-
ty classes with Cathy and together they picked up titles in those venues.
We are thankful that Sue Huebner and Penny Kelley let Archie become part of
our lives.
Jim Moen & Cathy Pronzini
GCHB Moonshadow A League Of Her Own CDX BN RAE FDC
# 3 ALL Breed, #1 Breed
“IVY”
Onwed by Nancy Guagenti, Andy Guagenti, Barbara Pessina
Bred by Barbara Pessina and Russell Pessina: DOB: 07 February 2010
I am honored for Ivy to represent our breed as the #1 Puli by
breed points. I am especially honored to look back on her
career and see so much recognition by other Puli breeders.
This picture with Anna Quigley at the 2018 PCA Regional
Specialty winning a BOB from among many other beautiful
Pulis demonstrates her excellence in form and type. This
excellence was also awarded by other judges qualifying her to
the #3 all breed points position in very limited showing last
year, 31 shows total.
This year’s record was amazing but Ivy foremost is my girl and
companion. She turned 9 in February and retired from the
breed ring. She will, however, continue to show in
performance events. We hope Barbe Pessina as her Breeder is
proud of how she was presented and of her accomplishments.
Ivy will continue to be a representative of the breed we love,
something Ivy is proud to do.
Nancy Guagenti
Puli News—March 2019, Page 20GCH Mezok Ramanok CD BN RE HT NAJ NAP QJP NF RATN CGCA
#4 ALL Breed, # 6 Breed, #9 Owner Handler
“PARKER”
Owned by Julie Schuh and Ian Schuh
Bred by Diane H. Fields, DOB: 25 March 2013
“And Best in Show today goes to the Puli...”
I cannot even put into words how it feels to
hear those words and know the judge is
pointing to your dog, I seriously had a hard
time breathing. Since the day I got Parker he
has given me everything I have asked him to
do and so much more. For me, every day he
is the Best!
Congratulations to all the other Pulis and
Owners in the 2018 Top Ten!
Julie Schuh
GCH Moonshadow Mind Games
#5 ALL Breed, #7 Breed, #3 Owner-Handler
GYULA”
“
Owned by Stacy Czekaj and Barbara Pessina
Bred by Barbaa Pesssina and Russell Pesssina, DOB 25 April 2013
Last year’s “little engine that could did!” 2018 was truly a fun and exciting year for
Gyula and his team. Hitting the road at 3:00 a.m., long rides, new towns, meeting
new people and catching up with old friends proved both rewarding and of course
exhausting particularly for the road crew. Competing in the U.S. and Canada, Gyula
consistently performed well. While earning Puli top spot in Canada 2018, multiple
highly competitive group wins and best in show performances made the effort worth-
while and highly successful.
Closer to home, competition was tough as well. That is encouraging for our group.
Again, Gyula did a solid job representing himself and the breed. Now five (5) years
old, Gyula has upped his game, shows with confidence, welcomes the competition and
appears to enjoy his time in the ring. For that, many thanks to all our friends and a
very special thanks to Barb Pessina for her ongoing help and support.
When asked, Gyula gave much of the credit to his older brother and past Puli champi-
on, Marley Czekaj. Retired at age fourteen (14), Gyula’s personal life coach has
worked extensively with him at home developing critical outside the ring soft skills
including getting anything you want, never having to say “I’m sorry,” mastering nap
theory, and how not to get excited about everything! Sometimes king of the ring,
Gyula knows Marley is still king of the house. Nevertheless, despite his often funny
games and daily challenges to his brother’s alpha authority, Gyula admits he’s learned
a lot, knows the house rules, has fun with his pal and wants him to be proud. When
asked about his impact, Marley responded “Keeps me sharp. Time to eat yet?”
Stacy and Mark continue living the dream having won the lottery last year. Just kid-
ding. Thanks to all for a great year. Sttacu Czekaj
Puli News - March 2019, Page 21GCH Wyldmor Cast A Spell
#6 ALL Breed, #10 Breed, #4 Owner-Handler
“SAM”
Owned by Parry Anspach and Sabrina Prim
Bred by Patty Anspach: DOB: 01 November 2014
“ Sam “ has had quite an exciting year . After being BOW at the PCA National in 2017
under Breeder/Judge Sherry Gibson , “ Sam “ completed her Championship in March
2018 and her Grand in August. With very limited showing by co-owner Sabrina Prim , “
Sam “ has done very well for herself . “ Sam “ has lived up to the potential of her pedi-
gree , a pedigree loaded with BIS and National Specialty winners . For instance : Ch
Moonshadows Mind Over Matter, Ch Catsun Comanche, Ch Catsun Colusa, Ch Trump-
kin Coriander O Prydain, Ch Prydain Masterpiece PT .
“ Sam “ is structurally correct with good breed type , silly , protective , agile and all the
attributes a Puli should have . We thank all who think so highly of her .
Stay tuned !!!!!!!!!!!
GCH Mezok Kis Gyongye “Pearl” CGCA
#7 ALL Breed, #8 Breed
“ PEARLIE”
Owned by Diane H. Fields
Bred by Diane H.Fields , DOB 25 March 2013
This year’s showing was a family affair for my Pearlie as she showed at most
locations with her son KanHe. Pearlie was shown as my special and her two
year old boy, KanHe in the bred by class. I appreciate the assistance and help
that was given by my friends to make this years showing occur.
Pearlie and I spent a lot of our time out in the community this year. We con-
tinue working with 4th and 5th graders by listening to them read aloud. By
doing this they are gaining considerable confidence in themselves. Another
favorite pastime was being a crowd grabber for blood drives in our communi-
ty. She’s always eager and willing to help out; and loves doing service
work. Touch your community in a special way by sharing your time and pulik
with them.
Diane Fields
Mezok Pulik
means in Hungarian
Fields Pulik
Puli News—March 2019, Page 22GCH Woodmarks The Hill Are Alive
# 8 ALL Breed
“JULIE”
Owned by Bette Tannen and Richard Tannen
Bred by Bette Tannen & Richard Tannen: DOB: 23 December 2013
Introducing “Julie”:
This is our special girl who loves people and is friendly to all
other creatures. Julie The Puli is empathic and adapts her en-
ergy level to the changing needs of her family. One learns to
appreciate her playful sense of humor that sometimes requires
reflection. Her beautiful head and voluminous coat remind us
of Samson, her sire. In fact, she gravitates to his special nooks
around the house. She takes care that all is well.
BetteTannen
Moonshadow Wonder Woman
#9 ALL Breed, #8 Owner-Handler
“ “
Owned by Dr. Laural Cain Denk, March C. Denk , Christian A. Denk and Vera Cain
Bred by Barbara Pessina and Russell Pessina
No Information about Moonshadow Wonder Woman was provided to your Editor
Puli News - March 2019, Page 23GCH Noe Barkaja Rikkancs Frederick
#3 Breed
“FRED”
Owened by Dr. Linda Meakin and Cindy Boright
Bred by Dr. Linda Meakin DOB: 01 November 2017
Here is Fred's Westminster photo. Fred is
only 15 mo. old, and had a wonderful show
career in the 7 months of 2018 that he was
shown. Fred is the son of Noe Barkaja Roz-
mar and Bill Hiett's male Eszes. From the
time that Cindy Boright and I evaluated him
at 6 weeks, we could tell he was going to be
a special boy. He enjoys showing, as well
as herding his Puli relatives on my
farm. We hope to be invited back to West-
minster in 2020 and achieve even more
GCHB Szentmihalyi-Szabo Miksa RN CGC
#3 Breed, #2 Owner-Handler
“MIKSA”
Owned by Larry Schroth and Gail Schroth
Bred by Katalin Ivanyi Szabone .
DOB: 08 December 2012
We are honored to have Miksa ranked in the
Top Ten in Breed and Owner Handled! It
has been such a fun year! This amazing boy
achieved his Bronze Grand Championship this
year as well as every goal we set for him.
A huge Thank you to his breeder Katalin
Szabone Ivanyi of Szentmihalyi Szabo Puli
Kennel for entrusting this boy with us. We
are so happy you were willing to take a
chance on us! He has been a dream come
true for us.
At shows Miksa loves spinning and barking
for anyone who will watch. At home he
loves chasing balls and guarding the house..
—Gail Schroth
Puli News—March 2019, Page 24GCH Weatherbys Rough Rider
#5 Breed, #6 Owner-Handler
“TEDDY”
Owned by Maggie Witwer and Carolyn S. Nusbickel
Bred by Margaret Witwer and Carolyn S. Nusbickel: DOB: 11 March 2014
All Pulis are “characters” in their own way but Teddy seems to have an extra dose of it. He
loves toys and balls that squeak and playing games. Teddy is the most quick-footed and agile
Puli I have ever had. It is a pleasure to watch him in the yard speeding around to catch a ball
with cords flying. He loves to play soccer but his goal is to puncture the ball as soon as pos-
sible. Inside, he is a snuggler either next to me with his head in my lap or laying on the bed
with his head on the pillow.
I am so grateful to everyone over almost 50 years with whom I have owned, raised and bred
Pulis and who have shared their Puli bloodlines with me beginning with CH Skysyl Alamode
from Ann Bowley. Looking at Teddy's pedigree is like a trip down memory lane. I see
Skysyl, Gooseberry Hill, Wallbanger, Bokar and going back to the great imports CH Kal-
lopusztai Apor and CH Csanyteleki Cigany. Special thanks to co-owners and co-breeders
Susan Maass, Linda and Gary Hall, and Carolyn Nusbickel. It is gratifyingf to see Teddy's
offspring succeeding in the show ring now.
Teddy is closing in on his Bronze GCH so we will be out in the show ring in 2019 pursuing
those points. Everyone come to Colorado for the fall specialty!
—Maggie Witwer
GCH Applegates Petite Verdot RN CGC IT
#9 Breed
“PIPPA”
Owned by Francis Levinson and Ron Sullivan
Bred by Francis Levinson and Ron Sullivan: DOB: 02 February 2012
We are very proud of Pippa – who always “struts her stuff.”
“Pippa” loves dog shows. She always shows like a champ, and moves like a
dream. She is a fun Puli, who likes to do silly things, play with her toys and still
enjoys romping with her almost 2 year old pups.
Pippa will be in a lot of dog shows this current year. Her beautiful silver coat is
quite unusual amongst Pulis in the show ring. We always get questions about
her coat. She started out a black puppy, and the coat turned to silver by the time
she was 3. We hope to give Pippa a chance at some herding lessons this Spring as
well. She’s got great herding instinct. She was amazing to watch during her In-
stinct testing at our Specialty in 2017 in Tennessee. Her 2 pups seem to have
herding instinct as well.
—Fran Levinson
Puli News - March 2019, Page 25GCH Szentmilhalyi-Szabo Trefa
#5 Owner-Handler
“BUDA”
Owned by Valarie Cheimis and Gary Cheimis
Bred by Katalin Szabone Ivanyi , DOB: 08 February 2015
What an exciting year it was for Szentmihayli-Szabo Trefa or otherwise
known as Buda. When I got Buda I was not sure if I would do conformation,
agility, or some other activity with him. I have only owned herding breeds
and when our last Bouvier died we wanted a smaller herding breed. The
problem was most of the usual options I did not care for. At the time my
husband was working with the Hungarian division at work and spending a lot
of time in Hungary. I got a call from him telling me he found the breed for
us!! Boy was he right. After lots of research I traveled to Hungary with him
and visited Buda’s Breeder. We came home with a puli! At that time I never
dreamed I would be doing so much showing. I loved that so many puli are
Owner Handled and thought I would give it a try! I was hooked!! Buda has
been a great sport with me dragging him around to shows and this past year
we had a great time competing in OH. Buda even got an OH Reserve Best in
Show this year! We hope to continue with our success for again this year.
And am so happy that we have met so many great people while showing! I
also want to thank my wonderful breeder for taking inviting us to her kennel
and introducing us to this wonderful breed.
AKC Canine Health Foundation
Puli Club of America, Inc. Donor Advised Fund
4th Quarter 2018 Statement (1/1/2018-12/31/2018)1/1/2018 Balance $0.00
Contributions $0.00
PPCPP Contribution $49.25
Investment Earnings/(Losses) ($3.27)
MOU Grant Support $0.00
Management Fees $0.00
Research Support* $0.00
12/31/2018 Balance $45.98
Thank you for your support of good health for dogs by working with the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF). Your donations, memberships and
club fundraisers, and your regular participation in the Purina Parent Club Partnership Program (PPCP) enable CHF to award research grants that
make a true impact on the lives of dogs. Please find attached your organization’s 2018 fourth quarter CHF Donor Advised Fund statement dated 12/31/18.
For 2019, the AKC is again providing dollar-for-dollar donations to CHF’s general canine health research fund for any donations you make to canine
cancer (up to $250K), any donations from new and lapsed donors (last donation prior to 1/1/18) up to $400,000, and for any Donor Advised
Fund disbursements to any CHF research program area of your choice (up to $350,000).
To view CHF’s new and active research for canine health, please visit the 2019 Research Grants Portfolio and updated addendum of new
grants. You can also search active grants by research program area onour website. Please contact us or visit akcchf.org to learn more about specific
grants, research program areas, or to receive a list of projects of special interest to your breed or organization.
You can also demonstrate your compassion and commitment to canine health by honoring or memorializing a special dog or person with an AKC
Canine Health Foundation tribute card. We will send a card announcing your gift and your donation will help support canine health research and
provide educational resources to dog lovers everywhere.
Lastly, please consider joining CHF by becoming a member club. With your membership, you’ll receive a membership banner suitable for hanging
at dog shows and other events, or a wall plaque suitable for hanging indoors. Plus, you’ll receive Discoveries, CHF’s quarterly newsletter detailing
the latest advancements in CHF-funded research.
Thank you for your continued commitment to CHF’s mission to help all dogs live longer, healthier lives. We appreciate your partnership, and we
are stronger working together toward our common goal for healthy dogs.
Sincerely,
The Staff and Board of Directors of the AKC Canine Health Foundation
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