2024-08 Exco Minutes - Published 2024-09-18
THE KENNEL UNION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF KUSA HELD AT 13H00 ON TUESDAY 20 AUGUST 2024 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 (GBR).
Staff in Attendance: Mr BG Robinson (GR) (KUSA Secretary), 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).
Apologies: Mrs PM Midgley.
The following deaths were noted with sadness:
Mrs SR Plowman
2. MINUTES
2.1The Minutes of the meeting held on 16.07.2024 were formally adopted.
3. ANY MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES
3.1 Exco Imposed Fines
Member 22631 – Exco 07-2024 imposed fine - R500 paid on 08.08.2024 .
Noted.
4. KUSA OFFICE
4.1 Office Report
Office Report attached to agenda.
After discussion, the Office Report was approved.
4.2 Finance
Reports for July 2024 attached to agenda.
After discussion, the Financial Reports for July 2024 were approved.
5. SUB-COMMITTEES
5.1 DISCIPLINARY SUB-COMMITTEE
5.1.1 Case 01-2024 KUSA (Van Vliet) vs Brunner
Finding:
After careful consideration of all the submitted evidence, documents and affidavits, the DSC unanimously reached the following decision, on a balance of probabilities, with regard to the Case 01-2024 before them:
1. The DSC found that the complaint was fully substantiated , and that, in humiliating and undermining the authority of the Mr van Vliet, the Respondent had wilfully engaged in conduct that was improper, disgraceful and disrespectful and prejudicial and injurious to the interests of canine affairs and to members, officials and persons concerned and connected therewith .
2.The DSC therefore found the Respondent guilty of contravening Schedule 01 Rules 4.1.1 and 4.1.1.4, and further of contraveningSchedule 04 Regulation 25, read with Schedule 03 Regulation 37.
3.The DSC further found the Respondent guilty of breachingRegulations 1.3, 1.4, 1.7, 5.1, 5.17 and 5.18 of Schedule 09 (Code of Ethics for Members of the Kennel Union of Southern Africa).
4.The DSC took note that Schedule 05B(02) Appendix B (International Utility Dogs Regulations (IGP)), under the section “Disciplinary Rights”, makes provision for an objection to be lodged against a Trial Judge’s method of assessment. It is stated under this section that in the section that: “Justifiable objections may be made in cases where the judge has violated the trial regulations but not against his assessments. Any such objections must be made in writing and addressed to the relevant authority and must be lodged with the show holding organization and signed by the complainant.” (emphasis added). It is further stated in the section that “Public criticism of a judge’s assessments may result in dismissal from the trial grounds and further disciplinary action may follow.”
Penalties:
In terms of Rule 11.1.2 of Schedule 01, the Respondent is excluded from taking part in, or having any connection with, or attending or participating or handling a dog at any Show, Obedience Class, Working Trial or Field Trial or other event held under KUSA licence, or from acting as an officer of a Club for a period of six (6) months .
In terms of Rule 11.5 of Schedule 01, the DSC ruled that the penalty be suspended in full for a period of three (3) years , on condition that, during the period of suspension, the Respondent does not contravene any of the provisions of Schedule 01 Rule 4, or any other provisions in the KUSA Constitution, Rules and Regulations that would form the basis of a valid complaint.
The DSC ruled that the above penalty will take effect on the 1July 2024.
Ms Brunner subsequently lodged an Appeal and the Notice of Appeal was forwarded to the SCI to decide whether it had been been properly compiled (Schedule 01 Rule 12.3)
Note: Schedule 01 Rule 12.11 “An appeal may not operate as a stay of any penalty, order or condition imposed by the DSC.”
Having assessed the Appeal documentation submitted by the Appellant, the SCI found that it met requirements. In consequence, a Federal Council Appeals Committee (FAC) has to be appointed by the Federal Council Chairman to hear the Appeal.
Noted.
5.2 SHOWS
5.2.1 Applications for Second Championship Show
5.2.1.1 Uitenhage Kennel Club 05.10.2024
The above Club wishes to add a second Obedience Championship Show to its Dogsport joint weekend.
Motivation attached.
Approved.
5.2.2 OTHER CLUB / SHOW MATTERS
5.2.2.1 Entry in contravention of the Regulations in Schedule 03
7.2 In order to constitute a valid entry, the Registered Owner(s) or Authorised Agent of the dog shall submit a separate entry form for every dog entered by them, which shall be signed by the Registered Owner(s) or his/their Authorised Agent or, in the case of an online electronic entry, by insertion of full name and surname, and shall be accompanied by the correct and appropriate fees within the time limitation for the closing of entries.
7.2.1 In the case of a co-ownership, the full name of all the Registered Owner(s) must be stated and in the case of a dog being owned by a Limited Company, the Directors of the Company will jointly be considered as the Registered Owners of the dog for purposes of Show Entry.
A Champion Application was received for Papillon Solposte Gemima of Achante ZA001598B23. The dog is in the dual ownership.
Both owners were declared on the Champion application form submitted to the KUSA Office, but all the Award Certificates submitted in support of the application only bore one owner’s name. The Award Certificates were hard copies and not electronic copies. The Office would like to know how to proceed.
Decision – a R500 fine to be imposed for the submission of Official Show Entry Forms in contravention of Schedule 03 Regulation 7.2.1. The KUSA Office may process the application once payment of the fine has been received.
5.2.3 KUSA Classic 2024
Week 38 – Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
21-22 September – KUSA National Tracking Trial Event & KUSA Classic Championship Show.
5.2.4 KUSA Classic 2025 – Cape Town.
MA reported that arrangements were tracking well at the moment. The Judges had been contracted and fundraising events were in the planning to raise funds for any unexpected expenses that may arise.
Noted.
5.2.5 KUSA Classic 2026 – Gauteng hosted by NAPC
CP reported that the 2026 Committee had started the processes of acquiring Judges for the event. A second look had been given to the budget which, in all likelihood, needs be increased by 15% due to rising costs. A revised budget will be presented in November 2024.
Noted.
5.2.6 Schedule 03 Reg. 14 & Reg. 19.8 – Exclusion of Dogs
Nil.
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 become inactive/ retired/deceased:
Nil.
5.4.2 The following Judges have become licensed:
Mrs J Bednarek (GAU) – Herding
Ms ML Tregoning (GAU) – Hounds
Noted with congratulations.
5.4.3 The following Judges have passed exams/assessments:
Ms S van Niekerk (EC) – Utility Group *
Ms M van Vuuren (GAU) – Working Group
Ms V Nicolau (GAU) –Terrier Group
Mr S Graham (GAU) – Working Group
Ms A Haskins (GAU) – Hound Group
Mrs M Le Roux- Cloete (WC) – Toy Group
Mrs S du Toit (WC) – Hound Group
Mr S Effendi (WC) – Breed Specialisation – Rottweiler
Ms A Riddell (EC) – Dog Jumping *
Ms L Vorster (EC) – Rally Dog *
Ms N Redtenbacher (GAU) – Rally Dog *
Ms C Segal (GAU) – Rally Dog
Mrs F Azzopardi (KZN) – Rally Dog
Mr K Phillips (KZN) – Dog Jumping
Ms L Dunsmore (KZN) – Dog Jumping
Mrs TG Manthey (KZN) – Obedience *
Mrs A Wain (WC) – Rally Dog *
Prof M Burger (WC) – Rally Dog *
Mrs S Stringer (WC) – Rally Dog
Mrs K Day (WC) – Rally Dog
Mrs L Henze (WC) – Rally Dog *
* Distinction
Noted with congratulations.
5.5 HANDLERS
Nil.
5.6 OBEDIENCE
Nil.
5.7 WORKING TRIALS (CLASSIC) & WORKING UTILITY DOG (WUD)
Nil.
5.8 FIELD TRIALS
5.8.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the Field Trial Liaison Council meeting held 09.07.2024 via MS Teams.
Circulated 24.07.2024.
Noted.
5.9 FCI-IGP
Nil.
5.10 DOG JUMPING
Nil.
5.11 CARTING
Nil.
5.12 AGILITY
Nil.
5.13 FLYBALL
Nil.
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
Nil.
5.19 RESCUE DOG
Nil.
5.20 MONDIORING
Nil.
5.21 TRICK DOG
5.21.1 Trick Dog issued their 1000th title (level passed) during the month of July. Trick Dog was launched in February 2022. This excludes the non-titling Speciality submissions received and passed.
Noted.
5.22.1 CANINE GOOD CITIZEN Sub-Committee
After discussion, it was agreed to appoint a Permanent Sub-Committee to deal with the training of CGC Evaluators. The Sub-Committee is to comprise a KUSA Staff Member and a representative from each Provincial Council. CPA was appointed as the KUSA Staff Member to serve on the Sub-Committee.
An invitation was sent to all Provincial Council Chairmen on 26.07.2024, calling for a representative to serve on the CGC Sub-Committee. The deadline for responses, or a request for extension, was 12.08.2024. The following nominations were received:
DOGSPC – Mrs Yvonne Taentzer.
KZNPC – Mrs Janet Rouillard.
FS&NCPC – Mr Ron Juckes.
Noted. CPA to send the invitation to the Exco Members whose Provincial Councils have not yet responded with their nominee.
5.23 FCI
5.23.1 Communication sent to Fedco Members:
18.07.2024 FCI Utility Dog Commission: Meeting invitation for meeting to be held 30.09.2024.
30.07.2024 FCI Rally Obedience Commission – Invitation for meeting to be held 28.09.2024.
30.07.2024 FCI Commission for Mondioring: Invitation and agenda for meeting to be held 09.10.2024.
02.08.2024 2° FCI Herding Dog European Championship TS – ITALY – Bibbona (LI), 3/6 October 2024: Entry form.
02.08.2024 Newly elected JKC Executive Officers.
6. BREED COUNCILS/LIAISON COUNCILS
Nil.
7. PROVINCIAL COUNCIL MEETINGS
7.1 DISTRICTS OF GAUTENG & SURROUNDS PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
7.1.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the DOGSPC Ordinary Meeting held 30.07.2024 via Zoom.
Circulated 02.08.2024.
Quorum present.
MH wished to clarify that KZNPC reported on the matter raised under 10.1.2 of the DOGSPC Ordinary meeting Minutes, but the matter had not been raised by KZNPC.
Noted.
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
Nil.
8. ELECTION OF KENNEL UNION MEMBERS IN TERMS OF ARTICLE 10(1)
8.1 29 n ew Members and 17 lapsed Members elected.
9. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
9.1.Applications for Club Affiliation/Notification of Closure
9.1.1 The Gundog Club AGM – 05.03.2024
BJ advised that it had been reported to him that there were irregularities with The Gundog Club AGM.
PM to check records in respect of eligibility to serve on the Club Committee and report back.
Carried forward from the previous meeting.
CPA to request feedback. Carried forward from the previous meeting.
No feedback received to date.
Minutes of SGM received. AGM Minutes awaited.
Carried forward from the previous meeting.
The Gundog Club sent an explanation of the events surrounding the AGM held 05.05.2024. An SGM was subsequently held 13.07.2024. See attached.
CPA reported that all but one of the Life Members had been invited to the SGM held 13.07.2024 where the new Constitution had been adopted.
Noted.
Overberg Kennel Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 15.08.2023. (See attached).
Noted.
Whale Coast Kennel Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 15.08.2023. (See attached).
Noted.
Gundog Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 13.07.2024. (See attached).
Noted.
Mother City Poodle Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 05.05.2024. (See attached).
Noted.
Saint Bernard Club of Northern Gauteng
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 13.07.2023. (See attached).
Noted.
Cape Town Kennel Club
The Club adopted the new Constitution by Annual General Meeting held on 07.08.2024. (See attached).
Noted.
9.3 Schedule 02 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 Belgian Shepherd (Malinois): Dam – Avanti – Reg No.ZA008442B19– DoB 24.12.2018.
Litter of three (3) puppies – DoB 08.04.2022.
Sire: Casper – Reg No ZA002579B20.
Litters whelped: 08.04.2022 – First litter.
Breeder – Mrs SA Francisco.
Approved.
9.3.2 Newfoundland: Dam – Vive La Vie Tender Ebony of Duramti – Reg No.ZA001077C19 – DoB 11.01.2016.
Litter of one (1) puppy – DoB 08.10.2021.
Sire: DJ Cancrimo Z Lednickiego Zakola of Charmante – Reg No: ZA000675C12.
Litters whelped: 29.09.2018 – 15.03.2021 – 08.10.2021.
Breeder – Mrs M Boessenkool.
Approved.
9.4Schedule 02 Reg. 4.10 – Dispensation for Registration of an Extraordinary Nature
Nil.
9.5 Schedule 02 Reg. 9 Amendments to Register.
9.5.1 Request for amendment to Register – Incorrect sire.
Miniature Schnauzer: Litter of one (1) puppy.
Dam: Trywell Juliana Reg No ZA003254B23. Sire: Trywell Cleopatra’s Rex Big Shot Reg No: ZA003519B12 Registration date: 22.05.2024.
Breeder erroneously registered the puppy with the incorrect Sire.
Sire to be amended to Trywell Captain Dohni Reg No. ZA007001B19.
Request received to register the puppy in question under the correct Sire.
Breeder: Mrs C Venter.
Approved.
9.6 Schedule 03 Regulations 38.3.2 and 38.4 Veterinary Certificates
Nil.
9.7 Schedule 02 Reg.12 (12.1 to 12.5) Adjudication for registration
9.7.1 Regulation 12.2 – Litter whelped within 12 months of the date of birth of the Dam.
French Bulldog : Dam – Pietzyndrift Cleopatra – Reg. No. ZA008572B23 – DoB 04.06.2023.
Litter of one (1) puppy. DOB: 01.06.2024.
Breeder – Mrs C van den Bergh.
Approved. 12 month hold to be placed on Dam.
9.7.2 Regulation 12.3 – Third litter whelped within 18 months
French Bulldog : Dam – Beaubijouduvill Coco Chanel – Reg. No. ZA001695B22 – DoB 24.04.2021.
Litter of one (1) puppy.
Litters whelped: 28.01.2023 – 09.09.2023 – 30.03.2024.
Breeder – Mr P Repko .
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
French Bulldog : Dam – Platberg Ninie of Pietzyndrift – Reg. No. ZA006402B20 – DoB 08.04.2020.
Litter of three (3) puppies.
Litters whelped: 14.01.2022 – 03.11.2022 – 02.06.2023 – 14.02.2024.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (2nd)
French Bulldog: Dam – Heartofsteel Frya of Pietzyndrift – Reg. No. ZA013517B19 – DoB 16.10.2019.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litters whelped:23.03.2021 – 29.10.2021 – 18.05.2023 – 01.11.2023 – 17.05.2024.
Breeder – Mr JJ Coetzee.
Approved. No further dispensation to be granted.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco restriction.
Hungarian Vizsla : Dam – Browdeen Klara – Reg. No. ZA011059B21 – DoB 15.04.2021.
Litter of seven (7) puppies.
Litters whelped: 16.01.2023 – 06.09.2023 – 18.05.2024.
Breeder – Mrs SH du Plessis.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
Staffordshire Bull Terrier : Dam – Khaleesie – Reg. No. ZA014784B21 – DoB 20.09.2021.
Litter of three (3) puppies.
Litters whelped: 13.12.2022 – 21.06.2023 – 13.05.2024.
Breeder – Mrs CH Westerveld.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
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 – 30.12.2023.
Breeder – Mr HC Welgemoed .
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (2nd)
9.7.3 Regulation 12.4 Litters whelped more than 5 litters.
Bullmastiff:Dam – Sarmari Princess Rhoda – Reg. No. ZA007069B17 – DoB 01.03.2017.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litters whelped: 29.09.2018 – 27.08.2019 – 11.10.2021 – 30.09.2022 – 08.08.2023 – 30.03.2024.
Request permission to register 6 th litter.
Breeder – Mrs SP Swanepoel.
Approved. No further dispensation to 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.
Preapproval Request:
Retriever (Labrador):Dam– Freiheim Ufreya of Casaguri – Reg. No.ZA010180B16 – DoB 09.04.2016.
Litters whelped: 26.01.2019 – 01.02.2020 – 30.03.2022 – 19.03.2023 – TBC.
Breeder – Miss IA Fricke.
Approved. No further dispensation to be granted.
Letter: Litter whelped from a Dam older than 8 years.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
10. GENERAL
10.1 NS reported that the Shows department is being inundated with requests for Non-championship Show licences at short notice. Although the regulations state that Clubs are to apply three months in advance, this is not being adhered to as there is no penalty imposed as per the recent Fedco ruling. Clubs are applying at short notice without consequences, which is placing strain on the Shows Department that has to prioritise these Shows ahead of others that have applied well in advance. A report is being compiled for Non-championship Shows applied for during this year, detailing the date the Show was held and when it was applied for, to be presented to Fedco as a motivation for the reinstatement of penalties.
10.2 GR reported on an email received from EC & Border TT and WT Sub-Committee advising that there was a conflict with the 21-22.09.2024 KUSA National Tracking Trial Event & KUSA Classic Championship Show being held on the same dates as the KUSA Agility Championship Show. MA suggested mediation between the two organising Committees. After discussion, it was agreed that the Exco and Fedco representatives for the Eastern Cape are to mediate between the two parties.
NS to send an e-mail to all parties to secure their agreement.
10.3 GR reported on an undeclared Dual Sire Mating of Bull Terriers. GR requested permission for a Round Robin to be circulated on behalf of the Chairman of Exco, providing the necessary information and motivation for Exco to consider in order to approve the amendment of the KUSA Primary Register to reflect a different Sire for one of the two offspring (the registration of the sibling to remain suspended on the Register, pending DNA Parentage Verification). Permission was granted for a Round Robin to be circulated to the members of Exco by the KUSA Secretary on behalf of the Chairman of Exco.
11. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
17 September 2024.
There being no further business, the Meeting closed at 14h09 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.