Great Lakes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, Inc.
To Represent, Protect, and Promote the Cavalier in Greater Michigan
Breeder Referral
This section of the website lists active breeder members by affixes. While Great Lakes CKCSC does not endorse or recommend specific breeders, we do use this resource to locate breeders who are members in good standing of the Great Lakes CKCSC, Inc.
The breeders on this list agree to the following ethical guidelines (Click here)
Breeder Member List-
Alphabetically Listed by Last name. Current Board Members first, followed by other current club members.
Name: Brenda Bromley
Great Lakes CKCSC President
Affix: Lil’Tails
E mail: bjsliltails@yahoo.com
Tel: 231-519-2852
Name: Deb Hedges
Great Lakes CKCSC Treasurer
Affix: Bepa Cavaliers
E mail: shandeb_49065@yahoo.com
269-624-1184
Name: Carol Lynn Johnson
Great Lakes Corresponding Secretary
Affix: BellaFleur
Email:BellaflurCavaliers@outlook.com
616-490-5227
Website:www.BellaFleurCavaliers.com
Name: Jennifer Lee
Great Lakes CKCSC Vice President/Breeder Referral/Website/Media
Affix: Kingslee
E mail: KingsleeCavaliers@gmail.com
Tel: 231-499-3965
Website:KingsleeCavaliers.com
Joyce Quinlan
Great Lakes CKCSC Board Member
Affix: White Dove
E mail: PunchandRodeo@aol.com
Tel: 248-666-9015
Website: http://www.MichiganWhitedoveCavaliers.com
Name: Teresa Silva
Great Lakes Membership Chair
Affix: Whiteriver
E mail: dtwhiteriver@gmail.com
Tel: 231-861-5001
Website: WhiteriverCavaliers.com
Name: Deb Hamblen
Affix: Ringside Cavaliers
E mail: Ringsidekennels@yahoo.com
Name: Suzanne Pouncey
Affix: Cedarcrest
E mail: Suefoxtrot@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.cedarcrestcavaliers.com
Agility
AGILITY
Dog agility is a sport in which the dog is directed by its handler through an obstacle course. It is a race of speed and consistency, where the dog with the fastest time and fewest penalties wins. Dogs are divided into various divisions determined by their height, so that dogs of similar height and stride length compete together, as well as various skill levels. Some organizations offer not only the “Standard Classes” but also “ Games”. Every course is different and the handler must assess the course, decide on the best handling strategies to direct the dog through the course.
The obstacles the dog performs consists of various jumps, weave poles, open tunnels, pause table, closed tunnel, and what are considered the contact obstacles, A-frame, Dog Walk, and teeter, where there is a yellow contact zone that the dog must make contact with or they will be disqualified.
It is very important for a dog to be structurally sound when being considered for an agility prospect. Agility is a high-impact sport that places a lot of stress on the dog’s body, as they jump, make sharp turns, climb and weave. If structure is not considered , the dog will easily become injured and not hold up to the wear and tear placed on them while they are playing the sport.
Some of the organizations the offer agility competitions:
American Kennel Club-AKC
United Kennel Club- UKC
North American Dog Agility Counsel-NADAC
Canine performance Events-CPE
United States Dog Agility Association-USDAA
Teacup Dog Agility Association-TDAA
AKC TITLES:
NA-Novice Agility Standard
NAJ-Novice Agility Jumpers with Weaves
NF-Novice Fifteen and Send Time
OA-Open Agility Standard
OAJ-Open Agility Jumpers with Weaves
OF-Open Fifteen and Send Time
T2B-Time to Beat
AX-Excellent Agility Standard
AXJ-Excellent Agility Jumpers with Weaves
XF-Excellent Fifteen and Send Time
MX-Master Agility Standard
MXJ-Master Agility Jumpers with Weaves
MXF-Master Fifteen and Send Time
MACH-Master Agility Champion
Enjoy the videos of Trinket, a black & tan Cavalier owned by Kari (also pictured above)
Agility Photos – Click the thumbnails below to see them full size
Therapy
The AKC has an exciting new title open to all AKC dogs. The AKC Therapy Dog title, or THD will reward dogs and their owners that have provided ongoing community service to help improve the well being of others.
As you know, the AKC annually recognizes an outstanding Therapy Dog as part of the annual AKC Humane Fund Awards for Canine Excellence (ACE). They receive so many great nominations know there are many more dogs out there that deserve recognition.
The AKC has also received many requests from the fancy to award titles to therapy dogs as a way to recognize the great work their dogs do.” Additionally, earning a THD title builds on the skills taught in the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen programs, which create a sound and friendly temperament needed by a successful therapy dog.
Conformation
AKC’s Beginners Guide to Dog Shows
Showing dogs is a great sport where the thrill of competition is combined with the joy of seeing beautiful dogs. Dog shows are one of many types of AKC dog events in which AKC-registered dogs can compete.
Dog shows (conformation events) are intended to evaluate breeding stock. The size of these events ranges from large all-breed shows, with over 3,000 dogs entered, to small local specialty club shows, featuring a specific breed. The dog’s conformation (overall appearance and structure), an indication of the dog’s ability to produce quality puppies, is judged. Read More
Cavalier Health Summary
HEALTH WARNING FOR ALL DOG LOVERS…READ Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs This sweetener is present in many diet foods, chewing gum and toothpaste products.
Now onto specific health issues in this beautiful breed…
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are generally healthy, sturdy small dogs. However, as with many other breeds, there are health concerns. The number one health concern is a form of degenerative valve disease called Mitral Valve Disease (MVD). Please take time to review this health summary. Read More
Membership Information
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Great Lakes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club please read through our Code of Conduct and the types of Membership available.
GLCKCS Code of Conduct
Great Lakes CKCSC Membership Types
Great Lakes Membership Forms
Code of Ethics
GREAT LAKES CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL CLUB
ETHICAL GUIDELINES FOR MEMBERS
Part A: General
- The purpose of these ethical guidelines is to improve and protect the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and to promote good sportsmanship between club members and Cavalier owners.
- The club recognizes the purpose of breeding Cavalier King Charles Spaniels is to attempt to bring their natural qualities to perfection in accordance with the AKC Breed Standard.
