News and updates

Dogs On Show was a wonderful introduction for members of the public to become engaged in a dog sport they can enjoy with their dog, seek advice on a breed of dog to suit their lifestyle or just to enjoy the day out with the family. Last weekend had perfect weather for the event and the crowd did not disappoint.

On behalf of the Public Relations Committee, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our members for their enthusiastic entries this year for Dogs On Show. In addition, I would like to thank all the organisers and participants in every event; your support and attendance was fantastic.

We had in attendance Dances With Dogs, Trick Dogs, Scent Work, a Championship Dogs Show, Duck and Sheep Herding, Jack Russell Terrier Racing, Earthdog, Obedience, Retrieving, Junior Handlers, Agility and Drafting.

We had approximately 30 Breed Clubs all on display and as a reward to them, we presented stand awards to three of the best displays. Awards were presented by Senior Vice-President Christina Rafton to the British Bulldog Club of NSW Inc, whose stand was truly amazing and vibrant, as was 2nd and third place getters, the Australian Cattle Dog Society of NSW Inc and the Schnauzer Club of NSW Inc stands.

The Committee would like to thank the many Clubs in attendance for their brilliant efforts on the day; not only decorating your stands and making them bright and colourful but representing your breed and educating the public.

One of the many highlights of the day was the Pageant of Breeds where a record number of breeds and clubs participated, completely overflowing Ring 1, to the great delight of the many spectators. It certainly was a spectacular and colourful event and a big thank you to all those Clubs and members who took part. We really did have outstanding participation this year!

1st Place - Chow Chow Dog Club of NSW Inc
2nd Place – Irish Wolfhound Club of NSW Inc
3rd Place – Bullmastiff Club of NSW Inc
Prizes were kindly sponsored and awarded on the day by Sarah from Miss Behaviour Dog Training Services.

To the team that worked tirelessly alongside the PR Committee - Kerry Christofi, Abby Davis, Christina Rafton, Lynda Brandt, Tony Tau, John MacLean, Sylvia and Graham Brackman, Lyn Mansfield, Louise Patterson, Sue McFadden, John Bryson, our Ring Stewards, Tom Mangan and Bill McLean - please accept our sincere thanks for going that extra mile and presenting an amazing show for exhibitors and public alike.

To the DOGS NSW Grounds crew – Chris Gedzyk, Matthew Tyne and Dave Hayes, many thanks for the long hours and willingness to assist in every aspect (even packing up), the venue looked exceptional. Thanks also to Shirley Donaldson and Robyn Fitzgerald from Gayroslyn Catering who kept the show personnel well refreshed with fantastic food and service.

The Victorian Judges Robynne Spencer, Anne Maree Hearn, Joy McInnes, Mark Clarke, Michael Higgins, Julie Wills and Linda Adams were an absolute delight to host and a great 'fit' for this show. Thank you for your experience, diligence, and professionalism.

It was great to have our many sponsors including Royal Canin, Oz Grooming World and Miss Behaviour Dog Training Services present at the show. Thank you for your generosity and support.

For Members, Clubs and Exhibitors attending Dogs on Show please be mindful that there will be road closures on Luddenham Road, which will affect access to our Orchard Hills Grounds for Dogs on Show on 17 June 2023. Access will only be possible from the Mamre Road end of Luddenham Road.

Luddenham Road will be closed to general traffic between Twin Creeks Golf Club roundabout and the Science Park, making access from Elizabeth Drive very difficult. The

Road closure dates will be from 13-14 June as well as from 17- 25 June inclusive.

To avoid lengthy delays and/or redirection please access Luddenham Road via Mamre Road.

Members are advised that DOGS NSW Media & Government Legislation Committee has made submissions to the abovementioned Councils in respect of their recent Draft Policies, which can be viewed via the following links:-

Snowy Valleys Council
Hilltops Council

All members residing in these local government areas are strongly encouraged to individually write to your local members expressing your concerns should these Draft Policies be passed by Council.

Invitation to attend a Presidents & Secretaries Meeting (Metropolitan Region)

Wednesday 18 October 2023
Amenities Building, The Bill Spilstead Complex for Canine Affairs, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills, commencing at 5.30pm

The Board of Directors has resolved that a Presidents & Secretaries Meeting for Metropolitan Affiliates be arranged so that discussion can be held on any matters that may be relevant to DOGS NSW Affiliates’ administration and to DOGS NSW Regulations.

Affiliates are invited to submit items that they would like to place on the Agenda relating to their administration, DOGS NSW Regulations, and to open up discussion on issues of concern and/or interest.

Submission of items for the proposed Agenda for this meeting should be forwarded to the Office by email to [email protected] and should be received NO LATER than COB on Friday 15 September 2023 along with the names of your Club’s Representatives (limit of 2).

Proposed Agenda items should clearly identify the issue and be accompanied by a short explanation or rationale.

Subject to time constraints, as many as possible of the Agenda items received will be included on the Agenda.

Once finalised, the Agenda for this meeting will be distributed via email to all those Metropolitan Affiliates who have a current email address on file.

If you do not have a current email on file please contact the Office to provide an email contact for your Club.  This will also assist the Office to distribute any important information to your Club in the future.

Thank you.

Lynette Brown                                                                                
DOGS NSW President                                                                      

Christina Rafton
DOGS NSW Senior Vice President

Anthony Khamis                                                                                
Operations Manager     

Virginia Gagan-Wilson                                                                 
Company Secretary

At its recent meeting, the Board accepted a recommendation from DOGS NSW Disputes Assessment Panel that members be reminded that intemperate, abusive, or offensive comments made verbally at shows/events, by telephone or in person, by online posts (anonymously or otherwise) to any person, may constitute a breach of the Rules of DOGS NSW, resulting in disciplinary action against that member and their ongoing membership.

At a recent Hilltops Council meeting the council introduced a Draft Policy for the keeping of Domestic Animals. There is currently a 28-day consultation period. Members who live in the Hilltops Shire should read and be aware of this policy and provide feedback to the Council in the appropriate time frame.

The email address for submissions is: [email protected]

Please click here to read and/or download the Drafts Policy.

A firm reminder to all exhibitors setting up for shows, that setting up equipment and gazebos is NOT PERMITTED prior to 2.00pm on Fridays.

Exhibitors are also reminded to please remove their rubbish after the event and ensure that all tent and/or gazebo pegs or stakes are removed from the ground after use. Not only will you need the pegs for your next set up but leaving them can severely damage mowers and equipment if they are nor seen.

French Bulldog Club Media Release regarding health costs for French Bulldogs can be found here.

• Rally on Tuesday 13 August 2024
• Obedience on Tuesday 13 August 2024
• Tricks on Tuesday 13 August 2024
• Scent Work on Wednesday 14 August 2024
• Agility on Wednesday 14 August 2024

Please note Regulations Part 6 – The Register & Registration has been updated in accordance with 5.15 of the February 2023 Special Board meeting minutes.

The amendment to the Regulations relates to a new clause, numbered 8.17.2, covering Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis Polyneuropathy (JLPP) in Rottweilers which reads:-

8.17.2  Effective from 01/01/23 ALL Rottweilers be tested for JUVENILE LARYNGEAL PARALYSIS POLYNEUROPATHY (JLPP) prior to being mated and only Clear to Clear or Clear to Carrier be permitted. The exception to this is Frozen Semen whereby a sample can be taken from left over semen when a bitch is inseminated and then sent off for testing; in these cases the bitch must be a Clear on the chance the sire may be a Carrier. Certificate to be provided by the Laboratory carrying out testing eg: Laboklin, OFA, Orivet. Samples must be taken by a Vet or a Certified Collector.