Sunday, October 18
Eye Clinic
Dogtown, 335 NE 8th Street, Gresham, OR (map)
Dr. Paul Scherlie Jr., DVM, Diplomate ACVO.
Exams 10:00 - 12:00.
Cost: $20 Cairn Terriers, $25 all other breeds.
Appointments will be on a more-or-less first-come, first-served basis. Please allow 15 minutes for eye dilation prior to exam. Multiple dogs from the same home can be scheduled back-to-back to make it easier for you to get them all done at once.
Please plan to bring your Cairn Terriers (other breeds are also welcome) to our Eye Clinic.
Based on what is known from research, pet Cairn Terriers over the age of two should be checked every year for signs of ocular melanosis and for eye disease generally until they are at least 13 years old. The exams are painless and take only a few minutes. If you read the attached information we think you’ll agree that regular eye health screenings are important for our own dogs’ health and well-being, as well as for our breed’s future.
Ocular Melanosis Facts
Additional Information
If you have a Cairn over 12 years old who screens clear for OM, you will be offered a free DNA swab kit if you would like to contribute your dog’s DNA to OM research. For more information about ocular melanosis, please read the attached PDF documents and the research reports on the Cairn Terrier Club of America’s health-related concerns page.
By offering these clinics we’re doing our best to make it affordable, easy, and fun to get this important screening done, for everyone from the owner of a single pet, to active breeders. We are grateful to Dr. Scherlie for his time and contribution of reduced fees to support our efforts.
See you on October 18!
10/7/2009 
Columbia River Cairn Terrier Club invites you and your Cairn Terrier to a Cairntastic Day Saturday, September 5, 2009 at Milo McIver Park (day use space B2), Estacada, OR.
Fun and Games begin at 10:00 AM and lasts until you leave.
This year we’re all about the picnic, socializing, and having low-key fun with our two and four legged friends. We will have a “Best Trick” contest for the dogs. For humans we’ll have a game based on Fun Facts about various members. We’ll also have quilt-block making, a ladder toss game, and other mild diversions. Cairn racing will be available all day - free!
Lunch will be pot luck with the club providing pulled pork sandwiches, drinks, and cutlery. Your sides, salads, or desserts are welcomed.
Introducing the Barley Cup - In memory of the first (and three-time) “Fastest Cairn Terrier in the Northwest” we have commissioned the Barley Cup. Anyone wishing to compete for possession of the traveling Barley Cup may enter an optional Trophy Dash competition, which will run all day amidst the regular, free, racing. There will be a modest entry fee for the Trophy Dash. Details available during sign-in at the picnic.
Event goes on rain or shine. Can’t wait to see you and your Cairns there!
For more information about Cairntastic Day 2009, contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
07/29/2009
Please join us in 2010 as we are honored to host the Cairn Terrier Club of America Roving national specialty and our own third regional specialty. We look forward to you and your dogs joining us to celebrate Days of Cairns and Roses.
It’s time to start making your plans! Help us create a stunning bouquet of Cairns.
Welcome to Portland
Thursday, July 22, Host hotel
* 5PM Pettygrove Room - Ocular Melanosis Research Update & Screening - Dr. Simon Petersen-Jones
Contacts: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (to schedule exam)
* pending confirmation
5-10 PM - Welcome to Portland! Meet & Greet (informal) in the Presidential Suite.
2010 CRCTC Specialty (AKC link)
Friday, July 23, Expo Center in association with the Combined Specialties of the Stumptown Cluster.
Judge: Pat Hastings
Junior Showmanship: Pat Hastings
Sweepstakes: Barbar Kornylo
Obedience: Chris Primmer
Superintendent: Onofrio
PM - Light dinner - Host hotel, riverside deck.
Reception and banquet information.
2010 CTCA Roving National Specialty
Saturday, July 24, Expo Center, Portland Kennel Club in association with the Stumptown Cluster.
Judge: Beth Sweigart
Sweepstakes: Jeanne Mortenson
Superintendent: Onofrio
PM - Judges Reception & Banquet - Host hotel, Clackamas Room.
Reception and banquet information.
Portland Kennel Club All-Breed Show
Sunday, July 25, Expo Center
Judge: Judy Webb
Superintendent: Onofrio
A Note About Premium Lists
Premium lists for the Stumptown Cluster (CTCA Roving) and the Combined Specialties (CRCTC) are mailed separately. You will want to consult both premium lists for accurate entry information for the Roving and Regional specialties - even when entering online.
The premium list for the earthdog tests will be posted online here, and on the CTCA events calendar. Unlike conformation events, gate (day-of) entries will be permitted for the earthdog tests, subject to entry closing times posted in the premium lists. Pre-entries are of course welcome; they typically offer a pre-entry discount and pre-entries are a considerable kindness to the event secretary.
Earthdog Tests
Monday, July 26, Beavercreek Oregon
8:00 AM - Waffle Breakfast
8:00 AM - CTCA Earthdog Test (Cairn only) - Info
12:00 PM - CRCTC Earthdog Test (all eligible breeds)
Limited onsite RV parking available or, for anyone booked at the host hotel - we will get you to the test and back. New to earthdog? Give it a try - your dog will thank you! Learn more about earthdog.
Host Hotel
Red Lion Hotel on the River - Jantzen Beach
909 N. Hayden Island Drive
Portland, Oregon
Reservations: 1-800-RED-LION (800-733-5466) or 503-283-4466.
Reference: Columbia River Cairn Terrier Club.
Room Rate: $109/night (single/double). Room rates extensible +/- three days (19th-28th) subject to availability.
Pet Fee: $25 per stay (no additional charge per dog or per day).
Reservation deadline: July 1, 2010.
Complimentary Shuttle on Call for Airport.
Complimentary Shuttle on Call for Expo.
Complimentary WiFi - all rooms.
Microwave, compact refrigerator, coffeemaker, and safe - all rooms.
Fitness center, business center, pool, tennis courts ... all the usual amenities.
The Red Lion Hotel on the River is situated on the Columbia riverfront, only 2.2 miles from the Expo center. In addition to a lengthy list of amenities, the property features recently redecorated rooms, a riverfront promenade, and a friendly staff. The hotel is very dog-aware and several clubs use it throughout the year to host their specialties on-site. Well-behaved and closely-watched dogs are welcome throughout the grounds, including the lobby. There are casual sitting areas at regular intervals along the corridors on all levels, giving the hotel a convivial feel and providing lots of opportunity to visit with friends old and new.
The Jantzen Beach shopping center is less than a half-mile away, with a variety of shopping and a variety of dining choices without leaving Hayden Island.
Please plan on staying with us at the Red Lion.
Reservation deadline: July 1, 2010.
Exhibitor Hospitality
Grooming Tables: For our out-of-town exhibitors who are flying in, we are able to provide a limited number of grooming tables and crates on-site at the Expo Center for your convenience. To reserve a table and/or crate, contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (503-761-3950).
Specialty Raffle
A mailing with raffle tickets is already on its way to members of the CTCA. If you are not a member of the CTCA but would like to get in on the opportunity to win one of these two fabulous raffle prizes, contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) and she’ll hook you up with tickets!
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Click an image for a closeup view. For full details, see the Raffle Flyer.
Sightseeing and History
Cannon Beach
Columbia River Gorge
Columbia River History
Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum
Forest Park
Fort Vancouver
International Rose Test Garden
Portland Japanese Garden
MAX Light Rail and Portland Streetcar
Multnomah Falls
Museum of Science and Industry
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Oregon Wine Country
Oregon Zoo
Pittock Mansion
Portland Art Museum
Portland Aerial Tram
Portland History
Portland Saturday Market
Portland Spirit River Cruises
Timberline Lodge - Mt Hood
World Forestry Center
Show Committee
Chair: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Chief Ring Steward: Ken Leach. Stewards: Paula Leach, Vicki Havlik.
Decorations (ring & banquet): Barb McNamee.
Earthdog: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (503-632-2476)
Earthdog Secretary: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (503-671-9019)
Hotel Liaison: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (360-666-0115)
Obedience: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (360-666-0115)
Reception/Banquet: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (518-372-7143), reservations: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (503-671-9019). Reception and banquet information.
Trophies: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (503-632-2476), Vicky Montgomery
Ways and Means: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) (503-356-6636)
This article will be updated as information develops. Schedule and activities are tentative. Please check back from time to time. For more information contact the relevant committee member or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
07/22/2009
