ACKCSC 2023 National Specialty
Seminars, Health Clinics & Judges Ed
IMPORTANT:
The hotel has recently advised us that any meals purchased at the event will be subject to an additional $12-15 charge. Unfortunately we will have to pass this on to the attendee. Please purchase your tickets in advance. (Many items will not be available if not pre-purchased).
Annual Meeting
ACKCSC Annual Meeting (for ACKCSC members only)
Plan to attend the Annual Meeting of the American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club. Your input and participation help keep us a strong and vibrant club. Lunch to be provided by the ACKCSC for those who attend.
Date: Monday, May 1st
Eligibility: ACKCSC members in good standing.
No pre-registration required. A signup will be required for the member lunch.
Event Chair: Lu Dunham
Breeder Education Seminar
Please plan to join us for a special breeder education seminar – Jeannie Montford will be presenting on cavalier breed type, structure & movement. You won’t want to miss this seminar! Lunch is included.
Date: Tuesday, May 2nd
Event Chair: Charlie Fippin
Health Seminar
Dr. Marty Greer will be presenting a seminar on Infertility in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Lunch included.
Date: Wednesday, May 3rd
Judges Education
A Breed Seminar and two opportunities for ringside mentoring are offered during Nationals Week to individuals seeking AKC approval to judge Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. For more information on the ACKCSC Judges Education Program: www.ackcsc.org/index.php/education/judges-education
Seminar
The ACKCSC Approved Breed Seminar meets the requirements as one (1) component toward Judge’s Education. This seminar provides history, form and function of the breed, and an in-depth analysis of the Breed Standard. Our presentation is 90 minutes in length with additional time allowed for questions and answers. We try to have at least one example of each of the four colors of Cavaliers present for illustration and examination. Participants receive a copy of our illustrated Breed Guide, an excellent reference for anyone judging the breed. Light food and beverages included.
Date: Wednesday, May 3
Time: 9:00 am
Cost: $25
Event Chair: Cindy Huggins
Ringside Mentoring
Ringside observation experiences are offered on Wednesday (Bitches) and Thursday (Best of Breed). A special section is reserved ring-side for our aspiring judges to ensure you get a great view of table examinations and on-the-go movement. You will observe judging with Approved Breed Mentors who can answer questions and share insights about the competition.
Dates: Wednesday, May 3 & Thursday May 4th –
Eligibility: Licensed and Provisional Judges and those Pursuing AKC provisional status only
Cost: $1
Event Chair: Cindy Huggins
Health Clinics
Heart and eye screenings will be offered. Appointments can be scheduled Wednesday morning at the Clinic Registration Desk. Preference will be given to dogs pre-registered. If you have not pre-registered, we will do our best to accommodate you if there are spaces available.
Date: TBD
Eye Exams will be done by: Dr Brad Nadelstein
Cardio Exams will be done by: Hyeon Woo Jeong, DVM, DACVIM
Echocardiograms will be done by Hyeon Woo Jeong, DVM, DACVIM
Event Chair: Suzanne Robinson
Pre-Registration Encouraged