News and Updates for the GSDCV

Department of Primary Industry Survey On Proposed Changes to The Victorian Domestic Animal Legislation

To all Members of GSDCV Inc. **note that this survey has now closed

As you are probably now aware, the Victorian Minister for Primary Industry, Mr. Joe Helper, has initiated an online survey through the DPI website, asking the public for their opinions on some proposed changes to the Victorian Domestic Animal Legislation. The proposed changes generally are intended to increase the penalties for dogs which are currently deemed dangerous, and are found at large or are not registered with their local Council. The proposals however, include rather extreme powers being granted to Council Officers, which would include the ability to seize such a dog and order its immediate euthanasia without further consultation of the dog's owner.

Information about the proposed legislation changes on the Government websites can be seen here:

The GSDCV will again be attending the Melbourne Pet and Animal Expo which will be held on the 12th-14th February 2010 at the Caulfield Racecourse.  Take the opportunity to come along and visit us, all memebrs of the public are welcome !!

The GSDCV will have a breed stand in the dog breed showcase area, where the public can interact with our dogs and ask questions, and the GSDCV will also be doing daily displays in the main dog arena. 

The schedule for the 38th National German Shepherd Dog Show and Trial, to be hosted by the GSDCV on April 30th, May 1st and 2nd 2010 is now available. Check out the 2010 National menu item for all related infomation ! www.gsdcv.org.au/2010National

The 2010 National will also celebrate the GSDCA's 50th Anniversary !

All details regarding the 2010 National are available on the GSDCV website, and will be continually updated as we get closer to this fantastic event. Check back regularly for infomation on social events, event merchandise and other important updates.

Right now you can check out the best accomodation options with maps to and from KCC Park, and the conformation judges profiles.

The final results for the 2009 GSDCV Perpetual Trophies and Points Score is now complete and available here

Congratulations to all winners

The schedule for the 2010 GSDCV State Breed Exhibition and Restricted Obedience Trial to be held on March 6th is now available here, or can be access via the approproiate calendar date.

Points Score Update !! Who's Going to Win???

An update of the GSDCV Points Score Results is now available here, that includes all shows up to November 1st 2009.

As the end of the year gets close, the points table is hotting up and our top dogs continue to do well.

A further update including show results in the last 2 weeks will be provided shortly.

Kaiser and Morgan - Lifesaving Heroes. At the GSDCV 84th Championship Show in November 2009, local dogs Kaiser (Aiesha Gunnys Gangster) and Morgan (Arristar Inka) were presented with a Special Recognition Award, accepted on their behalf by their proud owners Denise and Reuben Nicholson.
 
Kaiser and Morgan are two very special dogs - they helped save a mans life. The German Shepherd Dog Club of Victoria is proud to honour two of our very special dogs. Read the full story here

The GSDCV Points Score for Perpetual Show Trophies is now updated and available, which includes the latests Show results to date in October 2009. Check out our leading show dogs here

Results and critiques from the GSDCV 84th Championship Show and the Working Dog Club of Victoria 35th Championship Show, held on the weekend of October 31st and November 1st at Lancefield are now available here

Results from the GSDCV Breed Survey, held at KCC Park on Sunday Ocotber 11th 2009 are now available here

The critiques from the Broken Hill Championship Show held on Sunday August 16th are now available here

Updated Results for the 2009 Perpetual Show Trophies Scores are now available here. These include results from all shows up to and including Broken Hill

Black Saturday Bushfire Vets and Wildlife Rescuers Acknowledged by the GSDCV Inc

Following the terrible bushfires on February 7th 2009, all branches and members of the GSDCV fundraised to assist those who had worked so hard to treat the animals and wildlife affected. Several members of the GSDCV were impacted by the fires in the Bendigo, Gippsland and Kinglake areas, and we appreciate the contribution and support of these great organisations and helpers to all involved. Read the full story here of the GSDCV's donations to support those helping the animals.

The schedule for the upcoming GSDCV Back to Back Open Indoor/Outdoor Medallion Trial to be held on october 3rd 2009 is now available.

See Schedule here

Entries Close September 24th 2009.

Results from the GSDCV Open Tracking Trial, held at Haddon on August 8th, 9th and 10th 2009 are now available here

Results from the GSDCV Breed Survey held on Sunday August 2nd at KCC Park are now available here

Results from the Open Tracking Trial conducted on June 6,7 and 8th at Haddon are now available here

Results for the 2009 Perpetual Show Trophies Scores are now available herefor all shows from 8th February-7th June 2009

The 83rd GSDCV Championship Show and Restricted Obedience Trial was held at KCC Park on Saturday and Sunday May 2nd and 3rd 2009.

Congratulations to all competitors in conformation and obedience. A great weekend was had by all. All results and critiques are now available here.

The results and critiques from the GSDCV 83rd Championship Show, held on may 2nd and 3rd at KCC Park are now available here

Results from the GSDCV Tracking Test One Trial, held at Haddon on April 18th 2009 are now available here

Open meeting to Discuss Issues Concerning Puppy Purchasers and Breeders

Breed Affairs Meeting - 16th April 2009

To be held at Eastern clubrooms, Selkirk Ave, Wantirna, Commencing at 8.00pm

Topics for discussion will cover:

Breeders responsibilities?

Puppy purchasers expectations?

Contracts?

The results from the GSDCV Breed Survey held on Sunday April 5th 2009 are now available here

The GSDCV Annual General Meeting was held last Sunday March 22nd.

The office bearers of Management Committee of the GSDCV elected for 2009 are:

President                                              Dom Cafari

Vice President                                      Ian Urie

Don't miss the GSDCV Specialist Show Branch
'After Show Party with Karaoke'
on Saturday 2^nd May at the conclusion of the day's Judging at KCC Park

$20 per head (Meal only) Spit Roast & Dessert, Bar facilities available (Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks). Bookings & Payment by 10^th April 2009 OR Contact Vicki – (03) 9745 2738.  See the flyer for all detials.

Results from the State Breed Exhibition Restricted Obedience Trial held on March 7th 2009 at KCC Park are now available.

To view the results, click here

All are safe as follows: (Mon Feb 16th, 10am)

Frank Grigons in Flowerdale. Frank's house was saved and his dogs. He may be contactable at the end of the week.

Phil and Ros Vincent in Kinglake,

Carla Srb and David Berry in Healesville, John and Fran Farley in Cockatoo,

John Anthony & David Hudson in Maiden Gully, lost their home & some animals, but dog is safe

Maree Mellington in Eaglehawk, Sian James in Eaglehawk, Diane Cameron & husband from Yarck

Kevin, Laurel, Mathew and Alex Mitchell from Alexandra

All GSD's have survived. Any further updates on members will be posted on this website. To all those who have offered help, thankyou. A club representative will contact you if your assistance is needed.

The GSDCV took part in a very successful weekend at the annnual Melbourne Pet & Animal Expo, held over the 13^th – 15^th February 2009 at Caulfield Racecourse. This 3 day event attracts thousands of animal lovers each year. Again the GSDCV had a great promotional stand to showcase our dogs and our club, and provided working demonstrations each day to the public, along with having our dogs involved in 'meet the breed' talks, 'ranger information' sessions and 'Puppies at Play' demos - cute puppies are always a big hit with the public ! Our dogs on the stand were available for lots of interaction with the public as we provided information and assisitance to all those interested in the German Shepherd Dog.

If you wish to apply for an award for your dog, the application is due to be submitted to the GSDCV Secretary by February 13th 2009. Don't miss out. You must attend the AGM to collect your award.