Indy Winter Classic Dog Show – Hotel Accommodations

January 29th, 2010

We would like to offer your Club a special rate for the Indy Winter Classic Dog Show at Indiana State Fairgrounds in February of $64.00 plus tax. We are pet friendly, and only charge $10.00 per day. Just give the hotel a call and mention this [email] to the Guest Services Representative. We are a 100% non-smoking suite hotel. We are conveniently located off I-69 at Exit 3, only about 12 min. away from the State Fairgrounds. All of our rooms feature separate seating / sleeping area divided by a half-wall that includes microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker. We offer a complimentary hot breakfast, wireless high speed internet, and fitness center. To see more features and amenities, visit our website at www.choicehotels.com/hotel/in114

Thank you for your time and if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to let me know.

We look forward to serving you.

Jeff Lewis, Indianapolis Comfort Suites

2010 Western Regional Specialty

January 18th, 2010

Western Regional Specialty - March 4, 2010
Scottsdale, AZ

Scottsdale, AZCome spend a long weekend out of the snow and cold in Scottsdale Arizona and attend 5 days of shows at the Fiesta Cluster.  GSCA Western Regional is March 4th and supported entry on Saturday, March 6th.

The Premium for the Western Regional Specialty is in the mailed and is now available on Jack Onofrio Dog Show site:  http://www.onofrio.com/execpgm/wbshwpg?SHOW=GISA094253

There will be a luncheon following the match and need an accurate count if you are planning on attending.  Please email Peggy Gumm at acdcpc50@hotmail.com to reserve a place.  Cost of Luncheon is $8.  Please don’t wait until the last minute.

Reserve Grooming is available for all 5 days of the show for $65 for a 10’ x 9’ space.  If we do not have your reservation by show close date (Feb 17th) the space will be returned to the Cluster.  Payment can be made upon arrival at the show.  Again email Peggy Gumm at acdcpc50@hotmail.com for reservation.

The Reserve Grooming is directly opposite the show rings for all 5 days.  Public grooming space is available, but on a first come first serve basis and no saving of spaces allowed.

A parking pass for all 5 days of the show is available through WestWorld for $20.  This pass allows in and out privileges the length of the show.   Parking otherwise is $5 per entry.  RV Parking application is available on the Fiesta Cluster site:  http://www.fiestacluster.com/

We are also looking for sponsors for the individual classes and Trophies.  Please contact Julie Barnhill if you are interested in sponsoring a class or donating to the show.  desertdreamer97@gmail.com

Please consult the Fiesta Cluster webpages for updates on the Specialty and Fiesta Shows.

Kathie Anderson

December 31st, 2009

In Loving Memory

http://giantschnauzerclubofamerica.com/kathieanderson.htm

Kathie Anderson

December 22nd, 2009

It is with a heavy heart I write to inform the members of the Giant Schnauzer Club of America that our friend Kathie Anderson passed away. Her efforts, passion, and dedication to our beloved breed will truly be missed. My heart goes out to the entire Anderson family on this sad day.

Arrangements for Kathie Anderson are as followed. The Funeral Home is Lipp & Sullivan, 629 D Street, Marysville CA 95901 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm Sunday December 27th, (private service only). The Funeral is going to be at Wheatland First Christian Church, 215 Main Street, Wheatland, CA 95692 at 1:00pm Monday December 28th  all are welcome.

In lieu of flowers the Anderson family requests donations be made to the GSCA (Doris Redmond Rescue Fund). Please make checks payable to GSCA (Doris Redmond Fund) and mail to Ed Fojtik at 27356 W. Nippersink Rd Ingleside, Il 60041.

Sincerely,
Ed Fojtik
President, Giant Schnauzer Club of America

Telephonic Board Meeting November 11, 2009

December 17th, 2009

GSCA Members can read the minutes from September telephonic board meeting in the members only area of this website.

Latest Newsletter

November 21st, 2009

The latest GSCA newsletter is available for members in the members only area of this website.

2009 National Specialty DVD

October 15th, 2009

Education, Entertainment, Memories, Breed History

Includes Narrated National Obedience and Rally on Wednesday morning plus National Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes Judging in the PM, September 30 & National regular & non regular classes judging on Thursday Oct 1, plus Herding trial on Oct 2.

(Videographer Pure Bred Studio)

Complete Set of DVD’s: $69
Obedience & Rally : $25
Sweepstakes: $25
Conformation: $25
Herding: $20

Click here for DVD order form. (PDF)

Results & Photos from National in Roseville, CA

October 13th, 2009

Results available so far: http://www.jwshows.com/09gscaresults.pdf

National & Western, Photos by Carie May-Bowers September 27 & 30, 2009 #1

National & Western, Photos by Carie May-Bowers September 27 & 30, 2009 #2

National & Western, Photos by Carie May-Bowers September 27 & 30, 2009 #3

National Specialty, Photos by Carie May-Bowers October 1, 2009 #1 

National Specialty, Photos by Carie May-Bowers October 1, 2009 #2

National Specialty, Photos by Mike Stoller October 1, 2009

National Specialty, Herding Trial, Photos by Carie May-Bowers October 1, 2009