2023-11 Exco Minutes - Published 2023-12-18
THE KENNEL UNION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF KUSA HELD AT 13H00 ON TUESDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2023 VIA MS TEAMS
1. ATTENDANCE, APOLOGIES & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr RB Jenkins (BJ) (Chair), Mrs YC Jefferies (YJ) (Vice-Chair), Mr MA Alberts (MA), Mrs M Hancock (MH), Mrs C Patience (CP), Mrs GB Rossi (GR).
Staff in Attendance: Mrs P Midgley (PM) (General Manager), Mr B Delily (BD) (Finance & HR), Mrs Z Petersen (ZP) (Administrator), Mrs N Shortland (NS) (Shows & Judges), Mrs C Patterson-Abrolat (CPA) (Club Affairs & Communications ).
The following deaths were noted with sadness:
Miss DA Fabian (WC)
Mr D Babbin (GAU)
2. MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting held on 17.10.2023 were formally adopted.
3. ANY MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES
3.1 Exco 09-2023 Item 9.1.1 Report back
9.1.1 Schedule 2 Appendix E - Imported Retriever (Labrador) – mandatory D-Locus Test
Fedco 06-2021 Labrador Retriever Kennel Club - Non-standard Colours
The following was approved by the Federal Council with effective date 01.10.2021.
Schedule 02 “Regulations for the Classification, Registration and Transfer of the Registered Ownership of Dogs” Appendix E Breed Specific Requirements for Imported and Exported Dogs
8. Retriever (Labrador) – Imported
8.1 An imported Retriever (Labrador) may only be placed on the KUSA Breed Register upon presentation of a clear test result for the dilute colour gene for the dog in question, from a recognised genetic laboratory in the country of origin or South Africa, or by being proven hereditarily clear, of either carrying the Dilute gene (“Dd”), or of being affected by the Dilute gene (“dd”). For the avoidance of doubt, the test result must reflect a result for the D Locus of “DD” for the dog, or for both its parents, to be eligible for Breed Registration.
8.2 No offspring from imported Retriever (Labrador) semen, collected on or after 1 October 2021, may be placed on the KUSA Breed Register, unless a clear test result for the dilute colour gene for the dog in question can be produced, either from a recognised genetic laboratory in the country of origin or South Africa; or, the semen donor can be proven to be hereditarily clear of either carrying the Dilute gene (“Dd”), or of being affected by the Dilute gene (“dd”). For the avoidance of doubt, the importer must furnish the KUSA with proof of a Dilute gene result of “DD” for the semen donor, or for both his parents, in order for the litters sired by the donor to be eligible for Breed Registration.
Between 1.10.2021 and 31.12.2022, four (4) imported Retriever (Labrador) were registered on the Primary Breed Register by the KUSA Office without the requisite D-Locus Certificate or proof that both parents were hereditary clear.
List of dogs and communication between the KUSA Office and Labrador Retriever Kennel Club attached .
After discussion it was agreed that the four dogs in question are to be tested at cost to KUSA.
Upon review, it was established that 3 imported Labradors and not 4 as previously reported were placed on the Breed Register without the mandatory D-Locus dilute gene test declaring the dogs as not carrying the dilute gene.
The owners of the 3 dogs were contacted by the KUSA Office, two of which made immediate arrangements for DNA material to be sent to ZooOmics, whereas the third owner had no intention of breeding with the dog and requested that the Primary Breed Registration for the dog be cancelled.
Test results were received from ZooOmics on 7 November 2023 and confirmed that neither of the two imported dogs tested, carry the dilute gene.
Test result for both dogs was D-Locus DD.
Noted.
4. KUSA OFFICE
4.1 Office Report
Report attached to agenda.
After discussion the Office Report was approved.
4.2 Finance
Reports for October 2023 attached to agenda.
After discussion, the Financial Reports for October 2023 were approved.
4.3 Litter Statistics
Nil.
4.4 General Statistics
Nil.
5. SUB-COMMITTEES
5.1 DISCIPLINARY SUB-COMMITTEE
Nil.
5.2 SHOWS
5.2.1 Applications for Second Championship Show
5.2.1.1 Limpopo Bull Terrier Club – 27.07.2024
The above Club is requesting a second show on the same day as their Championship Show.
Motivation attached.
Approved.
5.2.2 Show Irregularities
5.2.2.1 Cape Town Kennel Club – 15.10.2023
The above Club reported that there were some irregularities ringside during the Jack Russell Terrier judging. An exhibitor swopped her dogs’ classes, and the dogs won awards.
Email from the club attached, which includes the ring sheet and catalogue entries.
Steward’s statement to follow.
Carried forward to next meeting.
5.2.2.2 Breede Rivier Vallei Kennel Club– 14.10.2023
A judge for the above Club (Jill Peak, UK) was unable to judge some of her contracted classes (Junior Showmanship & Best Junior in Show). Two local judges stepped in – Ms Joy McFarlane (Best Junior in Show) & Mrs Jetty Botes-Erasmus (Junior Showmanship). Both had dogs in their registered ownership entered in the show and were awarded the following:
McFarlane
FLEETWIND THUNDERSTRUCK - Dog CC, Best of Breed, Best Veteran, Best Veteran in Group, Reserve Veteran in Show
FLEETWIND IMAGINE DRAGONS – Reserve Dog CC, Reserve Best of Breed, Best SA Bred, Best SA Bred in Group, Best SA Bred in Show
HASHAYAR AL ZAHRA AT FLEETWIND – Best Puppy, 4 th Puppy in Group
Botes-Erasmus
VON EDBERG KNIGHT IN BLACK SATIN AT CARMARDEW – Dog CC
VON EDBERG BLACK MAGIC WOMAN AT CARMARDEW - Bitch CC, Best Puppy, 3 rd Puppy in Group
CARMARDEW A KIND OF MAGIC AT VON EDBERG – Best of Breed
Email from Joy McFarlane attached, as well as a statement from the Judge, Jill Peak, and the marked catalogue.
Schedule 03 Regulation 31 states:
Objections to Dogs & Disqualifications.
31.3 The grounds of objection made to a dog and immediate disqualification of such dog in terms of this
Regulation shall be any one or more of the following:
31.3.14 that it has been entered and/or exhibited at a Show when it is registered or recorded as owned by an officiating Judge within a period of four (4) months prior to the Show, when said officiating Judge is scheduled to judge any Class or Competition to which the dog may gain admission through its entry, except in the case of a dog owned by the officiating Judge appointed in an emergency, in which case the disqualification of the dog will be automatic without any liability incurred by the emergency appointed Judge.
Dogs were exhibited at a Show when in the registered ownership of an officiating Judge, thus, as per Regulations, the dogs are automatically disqualified, and awards won on the day withdrawn.
5.2.2.3 K9 Sport Specialist GSD Club (under Mpumalanga GSD Club licence) – 25.06.2023
The above Club held a Non-Championship IGP Trial on 25 June. The office noted a Judge change to the online portal on the day of the show by the Club. No documentation was submitted, no reason for the change, nor a new Judge’s contract was received. All pre-show documentation listed Christine Kneidinger as the judge, and she was approved. On receiving the Show Returns, the Judge was confirmed as Mr John Swartz.
Documents attached. No response from the Club regarding the change.
Schedule 04 Regulations for Non-Championship Shows
Regulation 3.1 The Show Licence application, signed by the officers of the applicant Club, shall constitute an undertaking given by each of them, binding themselves jointly and severally to hold and conduct the Show under and in accordance with the Regulations of the Kennel Union
Regulation 3.4 Notwithstanding and in addition to the provisions of the Disciplinary Rules in Schedule 1, the Executive Committee shall have power to impose a fine upon any Club, the officers or members of which have in the course of conducting a show breached these Regulations.
Regulation 15.4 In the event of a Judge, having accepted an appointment, not fulfilling such engagement to judge, he shall be required to give reasons in writing within 7 days to the Club Committee with whom he has been contracted and if such reason is considered to be unsatisfactory or if no such reason is submitted, the Club Committee shall request the Club Secretary or any other appointed member of the Club who is a member of the KUSA to submit a complaint with the KUSA in terms of Schedule 1 of the KUSA Constitution.
NS to request reports from both Judges as to why one Judge was replaced by the other. A Letter of reprimand to be sent to the Club.
Carried forward to the next meeting.
5.2.3 OTHER CLUB / SHOW MATTERS
5.2.3.1 Entry in contravention of the Regulations
Eastern Transvaal Bull Terrier Club– 16.09.2023
Schedule 03 Regulation 7.10.1 states:
A Judge may not enter a dog registered in his ownership in the same discipline on the same day at the same venue as he is officiating, save and except for Working Disciplines held under the licence of a different Club. Automatic disqualification of the dog(s) will apply and the Judge will be liable for disciplinary action under Schedule 1.
`Wilbod Magnum Opus - Reg no ZA008243B23 - Baby Puppy Class
It was brought to the attention of the Office that the above-mentioned dog, in co-ownership , was exhibited at the Eastern Transvaal Bull Terrier Club Championship Show on 16 September 2023. One of the owners was the officiating Judge for the Northern Transvaal Bull Terrier Club Championship Show held on the same day at the same venue. Awards won: Best Baby Puppy in Show
Ring sheets and Marked catalogue attached.
Schedule 03 Regulation 7.15 states :
Any dog which has been exhibited contrary to these Regulations shall be liable to disqualification and cancellation of any awards gained, whether or not an objection has been lodged under Regulation 31.
Schedule 03 Regulation 31.12 states :
Notwithstanding the provisions of this Regulation hereinbefore set forth, in consequence of any decision made under this Regulation, the Executive Committee may instruct the Secretary to make a complaint under Rule 2 of the Disciplinary Rules (Schedule 1), where after it shall be dealt with in accordance with the procedure set forth in the Disciplinary Rules (Schedule 1).
Judge is to be sent a letter of reprimand pointing out that, as a Judge, she should be aware of the Regulations and is required to adhere to them and be reminded of the possible consequences should this occur again .
5.2.3.2 Limpopo Bull Terrier Club Show 1 – 22.07.2023
Schedule 03 Regulation 7.10.1 states:
A Judge may not enter a dog registered in his ownership in the same discipline on the same day at the same venue as he is officiating, save and except for Working Disciplines held under the licence of a different Club. Automatic disqualification of the dog(s) will apply and the Judge will be liable for disciplinary action under Schedule 1.
CH Jimnah Pablo of Russel of Rion - Reg no ZA001452B19 - Champion Class
It was brought to the attention of the Office that the above-mentioned dog, in co-ownership was exhibited at the Limpopo Bull Terrier Club Championship Show 1 on 22 July 2023. One of the owners was the officiating Judge for the Limpopo Bull Terrier Club Championship Show 2 held on the same day at the same venue. Awards won: none.
Ring sheets and Marked catalogue attached.
Schedule 03 Regulation 7.15 states:
Any dog which has been exhibited contrary to these Regulations shall be liable to disqualification and cancellation of any awards gained, whether or not an objection has been lodged under Regulation 31.
Schedule 03 Regulation 31.12 states:
Notwithstanding the provisions of this Regulation hereinbefore set forth, in consequence of any decision made under this Regulation, the Executive Committee may instruct the Secretary to make a complaint under Rule 2 of the Disciplinary Rules (Schedule 1), where after it shall be dealt with in accordance with the procedure set forth in the Disciplinary Rules (Schedule 1).
Judge is to be sent a letter of reprimand pointing out that, as a Judge, he should be aware of the Regulations and is required to adhere to them and be reminded of the possible consequences should this occur again .
5.2.3.3 Breede Rivier Vallei Kennel Club – 14.10.2023
Cape Town Kennel Club – 15.10. 2023
Cape Gundog Club – 20.10.2023
Hottentots Holland Kennel Club – 21.10. 2023
Western Province Kennel Club– 22.10.2023
A Golden Retriever in the registered co-ownership of M Ackhurst & WH Ackhurst was entered into the abovementioned shows, in the Veteran Class. Mr WH Ackhurst’s membership lapsed on 15/02/2020.
Quillquest Picasso– Reg no ZA004577B16
Awards:
Breede Rivier Vallei Kennel Club – Dog CC, Best Veteran Veteran Group 1 st
Cape Town Kennel Club - Dog CC, Best Veteran, Best of Breed, Group 2nd, Veteran Group 1st
Cape Gundog Club – Dog CC, Best Veteran, Reserve Best of Breed, Best Veteran in Show
Hottentots Holland Kennel Club – Dog CC, Best Veteran, Reserve Best of Breed, Veteran Group 1st
Western Province Kennel Club – Dog CC, Best Veteran, Reserve Best of Breed, Veteran Group 2nd
Schedule 03 states :
7. ENTRY FOR EXHIBITION
Except as otherwise provided in the By-Laws applicable to a particular Discipline,only Members of the Kennel Union shall be entitled to enter and have dogs in their registered ownership compete in any Championship Dog Show, Championship Obedience Class, Championship Working Trial, Field Trial Championship Open Stake or Field Qualifier or any other Championship event, licensed by the Kennel Union, save for Breed Classes offered at Specialist Club and Specialist Multi-breed Club Championship Shows, where entries will also be open to non-members’ dogs, with the exception of dogs in the registered ownership of persons on whom persona non grata status has been imposed, such dogs not being eligible for exhibition at any KUSA-licensed event.
All entries shall be submitted on an Official Show Entry Form (which includes the approved online electronic version thereof), fully completed and signed or, in the case of an online electronic entry, by acceptance of the Declaration.
Entry forms and Catalogues attached.
Letter of reprimand and R500 fine to be imposed for the administrative error s on the Show Entry Forms
5.2.4 Show Return Penalties
5.2.4.1 Northern Tshwane Kennel Club – 13-14.05.2023
The abovementioned club is requesting to have the balance of their penalty waived. The total Penalty amount was R10782 (R2514, R2982, R3342, R1944 in four events). They have made payment for R5000, but still owe R5782.
The penalty breakdowns are attached, as well as their letter of motivation .
As per Fedco directive, the outstanding fees are due and payable by 31.12.2023
5.2.4.2 Natal Gundog Club – 05.03.2023 & 30.06.2023
The above club is requesting to have their penalties waived. The total penalty amount is R864 + R681.
The motivation letter and penalty breakdowns are attached.
As per Fedco directive the outstanding fees are due and payable by 31.12.2023
5.2.5.1 KUSA Classic 2024
Week 18 – Gauteng (NAPC bumper weekend)
01 May – KUSA National Dog Dancing
01 May – KUSA Championship Show Dog Dancing
Week 22 – Shongweni, Durban, KZN
Thurs 30 May – FCI CACIB International Show
Fri 31 May – KUSA Winners Show
Fri 31 May – KUSA National Disciplines (Dog Jumping, Agility, Obedience, Carting, Rally Dog, Flyball)
Sat 01 June – KUSA National Breed event
Sat 01 June – FCI CACIAG International Agility event
Sat-Sun 01-02 June – KUSA National Handler Competition
Sun 02 June – KUSA Championship Show (Breed, Dog Jumping, Agility, Carting, Rally Dog, Flyball, Obedience)
Week 22 – Kraaifontein, Western Cape
Fri 31 May to Sunday 02 June – IGP Meisterschaft
Noted.
5.2.6 KUSA Classic 2025
Formal request for the KUSA Classic 2025 to be held in Cape Town received and attached to agenda.
Request was considered and approved. PM to inform the WC Provincial Council.
5.2.7. Schedule 03 Reg. 14 & Reg. 19.8 – Exclusion of Dogs
5.2.7.1 Temporary Exclusion Order – German Shepherd Dog Type – Inca von Blauklippen – Reg No.
ZA001060Y22
Incident 1
It was reported that an incident involving the abovementioned dog took place at the Working & Herding Breeds of the Cape Championship Show (on loan to the Western Cape Working Trials Sub-Committee) held on 02.09.2023. The incident was discussed by the Judge and Show Secretary, and it was agreed to give the dog the benefit of the doubt and not declare it an Incident of Aggression (see attached).
Incident 2
It was reported that the abovementioned dog acted aggressively at the Cape Handlers Dog Club Non-Championship Show held on 02.08.2023, where it showed aggression towards the Learner Judge (see attached).
Preliminary TEO issued 07.09.2023.
Noted. TEO confirmed. The dog is to continue its training with a behaviourist, complete a CGC and be assessed by a Class C Obedience Judge.
Report from behaviourist attached.
CPA advised that the owner is finding it difficult to find a Club able to assist with completing a CGC. BJ suggested that MA, with the help of CPA, assist s the owner with finding a Club willing to perform the CGC.
5.2.7.2 Temporary Exclusion Order – Miniature Schnauzer – Francesca's White King Watson-B – Reg No. ZA001076C23
It was reported that the abovementioned dog may have acted aggressively at the Free State Kennel Club Championship Show held on 29.10.2023, where it reportedly snapped at the Judge. The Office is waiting for the remainder of the statements.
Noted. It is recommended that a CGC be completed by the dog.
5.2.7.3 Temporary Exclusion Order
An enquiry was received in connection with the TEOs issued in respect of three German Shepherd Dogs at the Meisterschaft held 3-5.08.2023. In order to have the TEO lifted, the dogs are required to fulfil the steps as laid out in the TEO Manual, as well as successfully complete a BH as per Schedule 05B(02) App B – International Utility Dog Regulations (IGP). One of the dogs has apparently completed his BH, but the query was raised as to how this dog could have entered a Show in order to undertake the test as none of the other requirements for lifting the TEO had been completed. Neither the TEO Manual, Schedule 05B App B, nor Schedule 03, speaks to at what stage the BH may be undertaken.
The Office seeks clarity as to whether the BH may be undertaken before the remaining steps of the TEO lifting process are completed.
After discussion it was decided that the TEO procedure is to be completed before the BH may be undertaken.
5.3 JUDGES EDUCATION COUNCIL (JEC) – Nil.
5.4 JUDGES
5.4.1 Article 25.2 Judges shall maintain continuous and unbroken membership of the Kennel Union from the time their formal studies or activities towards a judging qualification commence until their voluntary retirement from judging, advised in writing to the Executive Committee, or their incapacitation (at the discretion of the Executive Committee), or their death.
The following Judges have become inactive/ retired/deceased:
The following Judges have retired:
Mrs CUF Larkin (WC)
Mr TI Bezuidenhout (WC)
Mrs JF Smith (KZN)
Noted.
5.4.2 The following Judges have passed exams/ assessments:
Mrs ME Emin (GAU) – Field Trials – moved from B-panel to A-panel (Retrievers)
Mrs E Trollope (GAU) – Field Trials – moved from B-panel to A-panel (Spaniels)
Ms M de Lange (EC) – Tracking Trials – TT3 – second assessment
Mrs M Fourie (EC) – Tracking Trials – TT1 – 1 st assessment
Mr S van Vliet (EC) – Tracking Trials – TT1 – 1 st assessment
Ms P Dold (KZN) – Rally Dog – Schedule 05T
Ms F Azzopardi (KZN) - Rally Dog – Schedule 05T
Mr R Davis (WC) – TD3 – 1 st Report
Noted with congratulations.
5.4.3 The following Judges have become licensed:
Mrs SJ le Roux (EC) – Rally Dog
Mrs WC Venter (EC) – Rally Dog
Ms M Shaw (EC) – Rally Dog
Ms C Lai Lam (WC) – Rally Dog
Mrs M du Plessis (EC) – Carting.
Notedwith congratulations.
5.5 HANDLERS
Nil.
5.6 OBEDIENCE
Nil.
5.7 WORKING TRIALS (CLASSIC) & WORKING UTILITY DOG (WUD)
5.7.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the National Working Trial Sub-Committee AGM minutes held on 24.04.2023
Circulated 13.11.2023
Quorum present.
Noted.
5.8 FIELD TRIALS
Nil.
5.9 FCI-IGP
As directed by Fedco at Fedco 06-23 new Bylaws for the National IGP Sub-Committee have been drafted.
Awaiting confirmation of acceptance. Requested that provision be made for a Vice-Chairman.
Noted.
5.10 DOG JUMPING
New Bylaws for the National Dog Jumping Sub-Committee have been accepted as directed by Fedco at Fedco 06-23 meeting with effective date 07.11.2023.
Noted.
5.11 CARTING
Nil.
5.12 AGILITY
Nil.
5.13 FLYBALL
New Bylaws for the National Flyball Sub-Committee have been accepted as directed by Fedco at Fedco 06-23 meeting with effective date 08.11.2023.
Noted.
5.14 APTITUDE TESTING
Nil.
5.15 TEMPERAMENT TESTING – HEALTH
Nil.
5.16 TRACKING TRIALS (TT)
Nil.
5.17 DOG DANCING
Nil.
5.18 RALLY DOG
New Bylaws for the National Rally Dog Sub-Committee have been accepted as directed by Fedco at Fedco 06-23 meeting with effective date 08.11.2023.
Noted.
5.19 RESCUE DOG
Nil.
5.20 MONDIORING
Nil.
5.21 TRICK DOG
Nil.
5.22 CANINE GOOD CITIZEN
Nil.
5.23 FCI
5.23.1 Communication sent to Fedco Members:
17.10.2023 FCI Commission – Utility Dogs: Minutes of the meeting held 11.09.2023.
17.10.2023 FCI Judges Directory - Suspensions/Exclusions – Italy.
17.10.2023 2023-2024-2025-2026 FCI International Dog Shows.
17.10.2023 FCI Championships (2023-2028).
27.10.2023 FCI Commission – Shows: Minutes of the meeting held 29.07.2023.
27.10.2023 FCI Commission – Show Judges: Minutes of the meeting held 29.07.2023.
01.11.2023 FCI Judges Directory – Suspension – Switzerland: Elisabeth Feuz.
08.11.2023 FCI Commission – Rally Obedience: Skype meeting 07.12.2023 – Invitation and Agenda.
08.11.2023 FCI Regulations for Rally Obedience.
13.11.2023 International Rules of FCI-Mondioring Competition: Login – Circular 40/2023: Slight correction + addition (FCI Model of Veterinary Certificate).
15.11.2023 FCI Commission – Sighthound sport: Minutes of the Meeting held 27.06.2023 at Kristianstad Sweden.
15.11.2023 FCI Commission – Dog Dancing: Minutes of the meetings held 08.10.2022 and 10.06.2023.
15.11.2023 FCI Commission for Retrievers - Minutes of the Online Meeting held 28.06.2023.
15.11.2023 FCI Commission – Shows: Minutes of the meeting held 29.07.2023.
15.11.2023 FCI Commission - Show Judges: Minutes of the meeting held 29.07.2023.
15.11.2023 FCI Commission – Shows and Show Judges: Minutes of the joint meeting held 30.07.2023.
15.11.2023 FCI Commission – Education and Public relations: Minutes of the meeting held 04.07.2023 Vilnius (LT).
15.11.2023 FCI Commission – Rally Obedience: Minutes of the meeting held 18-20.08.2023 Hemer (DE).
6. BREED COUNCILS/LIAISON COUNCILS.
6.1 Nil.
7. PROVINCIAL COUNCIL MEETINGS
7.1 DISTRICTS OF GAUTENG & SURROUNDS PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
Nil.
7.2 KWAZULU-NATAL PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
Nil.
7.3 NORTHERN AREAS PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
Nil.
7.4 WESTERN CAPE PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
Nil.
7.5 EASTERN CAPE & BORDER PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
Nil.
7.6 FREE STATE & NORTHERN CAPE PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
7.6.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of FS&NC Provco AGM and 3rd General Meeting held 17.10.2023 via MS Teams.
Circulated 23.10.2023
Quorum present.
Noted.
8. ELECTION OF KENNEL UNION MEMBERS IN TERMS OF ARTICLE 10(1)
8.1 26 n ew Members and 24 lapsed Members elected.
9. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
9.1.1 Objection to the registration of a Kennel Name lodged in terms of Schedule 02 Regulation 8.3.
Objection received from Mrs and Mr Noferi – FCI Kennel Name Terradisiena (Golden Retrievers)
Letter of objection attached.
Objection to application submitted in October 2023 by Ms L Scholtz for the registration of the Kennel Name: Terrediseena.
Provisional acceptance was granted to Ms Scholtz who has subsequently added this Kennel Name to two dogs transferred into her name.
Schedule 02 Regulation 8. AFFIX (KENNEL NAME)
An Affix is a registered description of a Kennel Name which may be used as a prefix to the dog's common name by a breeder or as a Suffix by a first subsequent owner.
8.1 Every application to register an Affix shall be made on an official Kennel Union form signed by the applicant and setting out all the information
required therein and shall be accompanied by the application fee prescribed in terms of Schedule 7.
8.2 Four (4) alternative names, in addition to the Affix desired, shall be given by the applicant, provided that a number and descriptive word shall not be registerable. The names of countries, provinces, towns or titles, a letter or number or numeral, an adjective or noun appropriate to the name of a dog or a colour definition appropriate to a breed of dog will not be granted as Kennel Names. The "Name" applied for should not be a "First Name" (e.g. Gisela), a common name for a dog (e.g. Fido, King, etc), include a surname, be that of a registered company, patented product, be indicative of the quality of the applicant's dogs (e.g. Champion, Superb) or include anything indicative of any breed or its temperament. The word "Kennel/s" may not be included as part of the Affix. Acceptance of an Affix shall be at the sole discretion of the Executive Committee.
8.3 Every Affix provisionally accepted by the Secretary shall be published once in the official Kennel Union journal and any objections thereto shall be lodged with the Secretary within thirty (30) days of publication.
8.4.1 After publication of the Affix, every application and objection shall be considered by the Executive Committee, which may grant such application, with or without amendment, whereupon the Affix shall be registered, giving the grantee, during the continuance of such grant, the sole and exclusive right to use such Affix as part of a name when registering or changing the name of a dog on transfer of ownership. The grantee may not cede, assign, bequeath, sell or dispose of a registered Affix without the consent of the Executive Committee.
Ms Scholtz informed the KUSA Office on 16 November 2023 that in the best interest of all parties involved she would apply for an alternate Kennel Name to Terrediseena.
Noted.
9.1.2 Mpumalanga Bulldog Club reported that their Treasurer had sadly passed away and, despite their best efforts, they cannot recover the accounts for the 2022 financial year. They have presented audited financials for 2021 and 2023 showing a profit over the 2022 period. They are asking leniency for not submitting accounts for the 2022 financial year. (See attached)
Noted and approved.
9.2. Club Constitutions
Transvaal Cocker Spaniel Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 16.09.2023. (See attached).
Noted.
Walmer & Suburban Kennel Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 30.09.2023. (See attached).
Noted.
Birch Acres Dog Training Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Special General Meeting held on 29.06.2023. (See attached). However, the Club has accepted an amended Constitution and not a replacement Constitution.
CPA advised that a revised Constitution was sent to the Club for approval.
Carried forward to next meeting.
9.3 Schedule 2 Reg. 4.6 & 4.7 Dispensation for Registration of a litter after 12 months of the date of birth of the litter.
9.3.1 Rottweiler:Dam – Fendi vom Castle Miro of Panarsh – Reg. No. ZA001074C16 – DoB 18.10.2015.HD A2 A2 ED00 – deceased.
Litter of three (3) puppies – DoB 16.10.2020.
Breeder – Mrs AC Hunter.
Sire: JR 729013 RW – TK’S New Yorker HD B ED 0 (Imported Frozen Semen).
Litters whelped: 12.04.2018 - 22.10.2018 - 20.04.2019 -16.10.2020 - 27.07.2021.
Carried forward from previous agenda.
Approved.
9.3.2 Bulldog: Dam – Bianna – Reg. No. ZA037402B14 – DoB 01.11.2013.
Litter of two (2) puppies – DoB 08.10.2018.
Breeder – Ms MC Orffer-Smith.
Sire: George Mactoff – Reg No: ZA015946B15
Litters whelped: 02.10.2015 - 09.10.2017 – 08.10.2018.
Approved.
9.4Schedule 2 Reg. 4.10 – Dispensation for Registration of an Extraordinary Nature
9.4.1 Request for Dispensation to register the breeding of Collie (Rough) to Collie (Smooth)
Dam: Lizale Dizzy Miss Lizzy Reg No: ZA01427B21
Mrs Smith is requesting pre-approval for a planned mating around March 2024 between her Rough Collie and a Smooth Collie from imported stock.
Letter of motivation attached.
Carried forward to next meeting.
9.5 Schedule 2 Reg. 9 Amendments to Register –Nil.
9.6 Schedule 3 Regulations 38.3.2 and 38.4 Veterinary Certificates –Nil.
9.7 Schedule 2 Reg.12 (12.1 to 12.5) Adjudication for registration
9.7.1Regulation 12.2 – Litter whelped within 12 months of the date of birth of the Dam.Nil.
9.7.2 Regulation 12.3 – Third litter whelped within 18 months
Pomeranian : Dam – Geraulandy Venus of Espiranzah – Reg. No. ZA007940B18 – DoB 12.02.2018.
Litter of one (1) puppy.
Litters whelped: 02.11.2021 - 15.09.2022 – 27.04.2023.
Breeder – Mr HC Welgemoed.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
Dachshund (Miniature Smooth-haired): Dam – Fermandi Mila – Reg. No. ZA008078B19 – DoB 29.05.2019.
Litter of five (5) puppies.
Litters whelped: 10.11.2020 - 19.04.2022 – 30.11.2022 – 06.08.2023.
Breeder – Mr MC Ferreira.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
Belgian Shepherd (Malinois) : Dam – Lamnik Skyla of Sucris – Reg. No. ZA012042B18 – DoB 27.06.2018.
Litter of nine (9) puppies.
Litters whelped: 26.10.2019 - 22.05.2020 – 27.11.2021 – 01.09.2022 – 25.04.2023.
Breeder – Mrs GT Nichas.
Approved subject to receipt of an affidavit signed under oath in the of correct format
No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco Restriction
Belgian Shepherd (Malinois) : Dam – Laybadene Nova – Reg. No. ZA005346B19 – DoB 23.12.2018.
Litter of one (1) puppy.
Litters whelped: 29.12.2021 - 10.07.2022 – 13.11.2022.
Breeder – Mr JQ Swartz.
Approved s ubject to receipt of an affidavit signed under oath in the correct format.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
9.7.3 Regulation 12.4 Litters whelped more than 5 litters.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Dam – Toroperro Blue Lady Zia – Reg. No.ZA004145B16 – DoB 19.11.2015.
Litters whelped: 10.06.2017 – 17.01.2018 – 18.01.2019 – 20.01.2020 – 13.05.2022 – 12.01.2023.
Request permission to register 6 th litter.
Breeder – Mr S Neuhoff.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: 6 th Litter whelped from a Dam.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
Retriever (Labrador): Dam – Bushdweller Awesome Abbey – Reg. No.ZA003584B16– DoB 14.10.2015.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litters whelped: 25.08.2018 – 14.08.2019 – 29.03.2020 – 07.11.2020 – 27.10.2021 – 25.05.2022 – 16.12.2022.
Request permission to register 7 th litter.
Breeder – Mrs MD Field.
Not approved. Application rejected.
Warning was given upon acceptance of registration of the previous litter, that no further
dispensation would be granted.
Pre-approval Requests:
German Shorthaired Pointer: Dam – Ambelagi Kate – Reg. No.ZA014452B17– DoB 24.09.2017.
Litters whelped: 06.12.2018 – 12.07.2019 – 25.01.2020 – 12.06.2021 – 03.04.2022 – TBC.
Request permission to register 6 th litter.
Breeder – Mrs K Euvrard .
Not approved. Application rejected. No Vet Report.
German Shorthaired Pointer: Dam – Ambelagi Alexia – Reg. No.ZA013281B16– DoB 10.07.2016.
Litters whelped: 04.08.2018 – 11.04.2019 – 06.12.2019 – 02.09.2021 – 21.04.2022 – TBC.
Request permission to register 6 th litter.
Breeder – Mrs K Euvrard.
Not approved. Application rejected. No Vet Report.
German Shorthaired Pointer: Dam – Jagblits Tokkie – Reg. No.ZA016026B15 – DoB 02.03.2015.
Litters whelped: 13.09.2018 – 17.07.2019 – 24.12.2020 – 19.12.2021 – 05.01.2023 – TBC.
Request permission to register 6 th litter from a dam older than 8.
Breeder – Dr PJ Viljoen.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: 6 th Litter whelped from a Dam.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
9.7.4 Regulation 12.5. Litters whelped by Dam older than 8 years of age
Belgian Shepherd (Malinois):Dam– Laybadene Anouk of Burgloisenthal – Reg. No.ZA011479B15 – DoB 23.04.2015.
Litter of three (3) puppies.
Litters whelped: 17.09.2017 – 24.08.2018 – 13.02.2021 – 04.01.2022 – 27.06.2023.
Breeder – Dr J Klopper.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: Litter whelped from a Dam older than 8 years old.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
Maltese:Dam– Wampum Queen of War – Reg. No.ZA028853B13 – DoB 08.04.2013.
Litter of one (1) puppy.
Litters whelped: 03.01.2016 – 08.09.2023.
Breeder – Dr H Rolfes.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: Litter whelped from a Dam older than 8 years old.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
Dogo Argentino:Dam– Leojagter Scar of Capisce – Reg. No.ZA003746B16 – DoB 07.05.2013.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litters whelped: 27.07.2015 – 15.02.2016 – 27.05.2017 – 15.08.2019 – 21.07.2023.
Breeder – Mrs DL Dicke.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: Litter whelped from a Dam older than 8 years old.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
German Shepherd dog (Stockhaar):Dam– Carogan Pretty Girl One of Laybadene – Reg. No.ZA043769B14 – DoB 21.03.2014.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litters whelped: 13.04.2020 – 07.11.2020 – 28.05.2022 – 12.12.2022.
Breeder – Mr JQ Swartz.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: Litter whelped from a Dam older than 8 years old.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
French Bulldog:Dam– Markovicdog Astra Blue Bella-Stella – Reg. No.ZA001054C17 – DoB 08.03.2013.
Litter of five (5) puppies.
Litters whelped: 03.02.2021 – 05.10.2021.
Breeder – Mr S Naidoo.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: Litter whelped from a Dam older than 8 years old.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
10. GENERAL
10.1 GR reported that the EC will be hosting a ‘Meet the Breeds’ event in Port Elizabeth on 10.12.2023.
11.DATE OF NEXT MEETING
12 December 2023.
There being no further business, the Meeting closed at 14h36 with a vote of thanks to the Chair.
Unless otherwise stated, all decisions taken at this meeting are based on consensus of the members present at this meeting of the Exco.