Poodle Club of America 78th National Specialty

April 23-30, 2010

Wicomico Civic Center, Salisbury, MD

Stay tuned for 2010 information...
2009 information such as schedule, hotels, directions, etc. is
available below but may not be applicable for 2010.

Judges for the 2010 National

PCA 2009 Schedule

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Entry Fees, Forms, Registration and Tickets

PCA is pleased to accept Paypal as payment for reserved seating, luncheon/dinner tickets, catalog advertising, marked catalogs and trophy fund donations.

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Parade Eligibility and Resumes

Parade of Companion and Performance Titleholders

This event is open to all Poodles with an AKC Obedience, Tracking, Rally, Agility or Hunting Retriever title and to all holders of the PCA Working Certificate or Working Certificate Excellent. This Parade will be held following completion of the Obedience and Rally Trials. Send Parade entries with entry fee of $30.00 to MB-F, specifying Dog Show Class as "Comp/Perf Parade."

Parade of Champions

This event is open to all Conformation Champions. It will be held after the Live Auction for 2010, grooming space on Wednesday April 22, 2009. Send Parade entries with entry fee of $30.00 to MB-F, specifying Dog Show Class as "Conformation Parade."

Resume

Submit your resume (of 50 words or less) for the Parade of Champions and/or Parade of Companion & Performance Titleholders by April 17th, 2009, to: Jo Ann Geramita, 3818 22nd St. NW, Canton, Ohio 44708 or jgeramita@neo.rr.com. Please be sure to specify event and variety of your dog.

Sunday, April 19 Monday, April 20 Tuesday, April 21 Wednesday, April 22 Thursday, April 23 Friday, April 24

Tracking & Hunting Event Dinner, 7:00pm PCA Foundation Raffle Apricot, Brown, Silver PC Matches 10:00am–5:00pm PCA Foundation Seminar 8:30am–4:30pm PCA Foundation Health Clinics PCA Foundation Raffle Judges Education, 3:00pm Obedience/Rally Dinner, 7:30pm PCA Raffle PCA Foundation Health Clinics Auction for 2010 Grooming Space Purina Hospitality Party, 5:30–7:30pm at the Ramada Inn PCA Raffle PCAF Low-Cost Echocardiograms Affiliate Club Council Meeting PCA Raffle PCAF Low-Cost Echocardiograms PCA Blue Ribbon Dinner         hors d’oeuvres at 6:45pm, dinner at 7:45pm PCA Annual Meeting – following dinner

Raffles

PCA will hold raffles to benefit PCA Wednesday through Friday at the Civic Center.
The PCA Foundation will hold raffles to benefit the Foundation on Friday, Saturday & Sunday at the Tracking, Hunting & Working Tests and on Monday & Tuesday at the Civic Center.

Health Testing Offered at Wicomico Civic Center: 2009

Look for the PCAF Banner

• NIH blood draw for ongoing research on size/form/growth and on cancer genetics. Available: 4/21-22.
• Blood draw for University of Missouri research on polymicrogyria and epilepsy. Available: 4/21-22.
• OptiGen prcd-PRA testing. Available: 4/21-22.
• Texas A&M heart screening for atrial septal defect in Standard Poodles, $75 with reservation (Reservation deadline 4/1/09), $125 at the show if space available. Available: 4/23-24. Email Tom Carneal to reserve or write to Tom at:

  Tom Carneal
  25904 State Hwy. EE
  Maryville, MO 64468

• Sign-up sheets for time slots will be available starting 4/20 at the show.
• VetGen DNA test kits for vWD will be available at a reduced price of $75. Or order by mail here.
• AKC DNA kits will be available throughout the week. For more information, contact Pat Forsyth..
• Download more information and registration form here.

Judges Education: 2009

Judges education is available in conjunction with the Poodle Club of America National Specialty. For more information, click here.

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Hotels & RVs

Hotel Accommodations

ALL exhibitors and spectators must do all possible to keep these establishments clean. Please remind people who are exercising dogs in designated areas to clean up and show those who do not know where exercise areas are located. Any Poodle “accident” that happens must be taken care of immediately – whether it was caused by your dog or one belonging to someone else. Noise from Poodles left unattended MUST not be an issue. Please be especially conscious of the need to be clean, courteous and quiet guests who just happen to have Poodles in their rooms. Expect additional rules and requirements for those staying at the hotel with Poodles. PLEASE REMEMBER: HOTELS ARE AN EXTENSION OF THE SHOW SITE AND ALL AKC AND PCA RULES ARE ENFORCED AT BOTH LOCATIONS. DOGS MAY NOT BE BATHED IN, HOTEL ROOMS, LEFT LOOSE OR UNATTENDED. A bathing facility is available at the Wicomico Civic Center. Exhibitors will be held responsible for any damage to their hotel rooms. AKC has ruled that clubs do not have to accept entries from irresponsible owners or handlers. PLEASE exercise dogs at the motels and the Civic Center in designated areas only. Dogs must be crated and not left unattended.

The following is a list of motels in the area. Please check when making reservations as to whether dogs are accepted. Be sure to mention that you will be attending The Poodle Club of America National Specialty.

RV & Trailer Parking at Wicomico Center

Wicomico Civic Center is in charge of RV Parking and Fees. PCA is not responsible. Overnight parking will be permitted on the parking lot at the rear of the Civic Center for self-contained vehicles only. Limited electrical hookups are available on a first come, first served basis. No parking spaces may be saved for late arrivals. It has been recommended by the Civic Center parking personnel that you bring at least 300 ft. of electrical cord in order to accommodate as many RV’s as possible with LIMITED electricity. PARKERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR TRASH/REFUSE REMOVAL. WATER IS AVAILABLE FOR FILLING WATER TANKS.

RV Parking Fees

Sunday - Saturday a.m. with electricity: $135.00 regardless of arrival time
Sunday - Saturday a.m. without electricity: $105.00 regardless of arrival time
Pre-Registration Form

For up to date parking information and fees, contact:

Wicomico Civic Center
500 Glen Ave.
Salisbury, MD 21804
Phone: (410) 548-4900
Fax: (410) 546-0490

Van Rentals

RYDER RENTALS, (410) 768 0480 has cargo vans. PCA Exhibitors are requested that arrangements be made by May 31. Ryder is located in Glen Burnie about 10 minutes from BWI by Airport Shuttle.

Campgrounds

Ft. Whaley Campgrounds
Rt. 50 & Rt. 610 Junction
approx. 15 miles from Civic Center
(410) 641-9785

Woodlawn Campground
8 miles from Civic Center
(dumping station on site)
(410) 896-2979

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Setup & Grooming

Grooming Space at Wicomico Civic Center

Setup Numbers are assigned for entry into Wicomico Civic Center by either auction (numbers 1-20) or random draw (all other numbers). Each person holding a Setup Number will choose the grooming space of his/her choice upon entry into the Civic Center appropriate to the number of dogs they have entered with a limit of one grooming space per number.

Grooming Space Auction: Setup Numbers 1-20

A Grooming Space Live Auction for this year's Setup Numbers 1 – 20 took place at last year's National Specialty. Failing to be present at the designated time will result in loss of space order selection. The Grooming Space Live Auction for next year's National will take place prior to the Parade of Champions on Wednesday this year. Each person holding a Setup Number will choose the grooming space of his/her choice upon entry into the Civic Center appropriate to the number of dogs they have entered with a limit of one grooming space per number. If you need more than one space, you need to win the auction for each additional space you need.

All Other Setup Numbers

To obtain a Setup Number by random draw, exhibitors must send a Setup Form as directed below. After the deadline (as soon as it is practical), all forms will be put in a drawing and names will be randomly selected by the Setup Committee. All forms received after draw deadline will be numbered as they are received. Please note the following:

• Names submitted must be names of Exhibitors/Agents exhibiting in the show
• Only one number will be given per exhibitor
• No more than five (5) entry requests per envelope
• Include self-addressed, stamped envelope
• SEND FORM IN A REGULAR BUSINESS/LETTER SIZE ENVELOPE
• Other size envelopes and duplicated names will be drawn last!
• Forms must be received no later than March 23 to be included in the random draw
• Forms received after deadline assigned numbers in order received (March 24 - April 4)
• Numbers will NOT be available by mail after April 4
• Complete the Setup Form and mail to:

Margaret Tauzin

1507-G Kaliste Saloom Rd.
Lafayette, LA 70508
Questions: Margaret Tauzin or Jo Ann Geramita

Entry to Civic Center Process

Setup Numbers will be available at Wicomico Civic Center from 7:00 am - 9:00am on Tuesday. Late arrivals will be accommodated. Entry to The Civic Center will begin no earlier than 7am and no later than 9am, Tuesday. Approximately 10 exhibitors will be allowed in the Civic Center Arena every 10 minutes in numerical order. All exhibitors and equipment must be out of the building by 7pm, Friday.

Grooming Space Décor Competition

This year's theme:

Sailing to Salisbury

Prizes for the Grooming Space Décor Competition & Piggy Contest are provided through the generosity of the Wicomico County Convention & Visitor’s Bureau.

Grooming Considerations

Please remember that Traditional trims as described in the Standard of the Breed are required for entrants in the Hunting Dog/Bitch Classes for Standard Poodles – i.e., Puppy Trim if under one year of age, English Saddle or Continental Trim – hip pompoms are optional in the Continental Trim and the mane coat may be shortened and the topknot scissored. There seems to be some confusion between the regular Veterans Classes for dogs and bitches which are judged on Friday just before judging of each of the three Best of Variety competition and the Veterans Sweepstakes competition which is judged on Thursday following regular class judging. The difference is as follows: The Veterans Class is a regular, AKC class offered at dog shows. Poodles must be in approved trims as the winner of the Veterans classes (dogs and bitches) is eligible to compete for Best of Variety. The Veterans Sweepstakes is a non regular competition with alternate trims accepted as described below. Only Veterans Sweepstakes allows a trim that differs from those described in the Standard of the Breed for competition in all regular and non-regular classes including the Parade of Champions/Title Holders and Junior Showmanship. For Veterans Sweepstakes Only: Any Clip WITH THE EXCEPTION OF DESIGNER OR GROOMING CONTEST CLIPS. Face and feet shaved. Ears may be tasseled, feathered or shaved. Tail may have a pompom or short blanket of hair. No fancy adornments (e.g. collars, bows, bandannas). No clip that would let the Poodle resemble any other breed.

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Directions, Shuttles, Parking

Travel by Car

FROM THE NORTH - Take Rt. 13 S to Salisbury. Turn on US 13 Bypass toward Ocean City (U.S. 50 East). Exist at 1st exit, Rt. 50 Business (West). Proceed West on 50 Business to Civic Ave. (3rd traffic light). Turn left and proceed straight to Civic Center.

FROM THE SOUTH – Take Rt. 13N to Salisbury. Turn on U.S. 13N. Bypass and proceed to Rt. 50 Business (West). Proceed as above.

FROM THE WEST – Take Rt. 50 E. from Bay Bridge straight into Salisbury Rt. 50 Business. Turn right onto Civic Ave. and straight to Civic Center.

FROM THE EAST – Take Rt. 50 W straight into Salisbury which becomes Rt. 50 W Business. Turn left onto Civic Ave. and straight to Civic Center.

Travel by Air

The Salisbury show site is about 2 hours by car from the Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)
The Salisbury show site is about 2 1/2 hours by car from the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Shuttle Service

Shuttle service is available from the area airports to Salisbury at www.bayrunnershuttle.com.

Parking at Wicomico Civic Center

Civic Center personnel control all parking. PCA has no authority or responsibility for parking, except in keeping areas clean. RV parking information is available here.

Tracking Dog Test, Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area, Elkton, MD

For a map of Fair Hill NRMA, call (410) 398-1246.

From the North

I-95 or NJ Turnpike south over the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Take Exit 279 (Elkton) to Route 213 north. Follow Route 213 north to Route 273. Turn right (east) on Route 273, go to a flashing light with a HIGHS Store on the corner, turn RIGHT onto Appleton Rd. N., go about x mile to parking lot #3

From the South

I-95 north to Exit 100 (North East, MD). Turn left off ramp onto Route 272 north. Follow Route 272 north to Route 273 Turn right (east) on Route 273. Continue straight after the light at Fair Hill (Route 213); go past the racetrack, under a bridge to flashing light with a HIGHS Store on the corner, turn LEFT onto Appleton Rd, go x mile to parking lot #3.

From Salisbury

Go north on US-13 BR/S. Salisbury Blvd./Ocean Hwy. US-13 BR north becomes US-13 north; follow for approx 55 miles. Take the SR-1 ramp toward I-95/Wilmington/Delaware Memorial Bridge.  Merge onto DE-1 N (portions toll). Keep left at the fork to continue on DE-1 N (portions toll) for 27 miles. Keep left at the fork to continue on DE-1 N (portions toll) for 4 miles. Take the SR-72/US-13 S exit, Exit 152, toward SR-7/Delaware City/Newark. Turn left onto S. Dupont Hwy./Wrangle Hill Rd./US-13/DE-72. Follow DE-72 N for 9 miles. Turn left onto E. Main St./DE-273 W. Follow DE-273 W to Appleton Rd., flashing light with a HIGHS store on the corner. Turn RIGHT onto Appleton Rd. Go about x mile to parking lot #3 on the left. Approximate distance: 115 mi. Approximate time: 1 hr. 30 min.

Hunting Test & Working Test, Anatidae Farm, Rhodesdale, MD

Directions from Headquarters Hotel

To get to 50W - Turn Left out of Parking lot onto Salisbury Blvd. (traveling North). Go .3 miles and turn left on to E. Main Street. Go .1 miles Turn right on N. Division Street. Go .1 miles to left turn onto US-50 BR West. Proceed with directions from US-50 BR West.

From US-50 BR West from Salisbury Area

Proceed straight on US-50 BR West (heading toward Vienna) approximately 17.1 miles to just past Mile Marker 92. Turn right onto Maiden Forest Road. NOTE: You must turn right again to stay on Maiden Forest Road (an orange sign will be posted). Follow about 2 miles to Anatidae Farm on the right. Route will be marked with bright orange PCA POODLE HUNT TEST/WC WCX Test signs.

Contacts

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