2023-06 Exco Minutes - Published 2023-07-18
THE KENNEL UNION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF KUSA HELD AT 13H00 ON TUESDAY 20 JUNE 2023 VIA MS TEAMS - PUBLISHED ON THE WEBSITE 18.07.2023
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).
Resignation of Mrs Sheila Meyer (EC & B Provincial Council Representative)
Welcome to Mrs Glenda Rossi whose appointment to serve on Exco for the remainder of Mrs Meyer’s term, was approved and confirmed by the Federal Council.
The following deaths were noted with sadness:
Mr NA Edwards – (KZN)
Mrs D Warren – (EC)
Mrs MS Steyn – (KZN)
Mr ND Pera (GAU)
2. MINUTES
The Minutes of the meeting held on 16.05.2023 were formally adopted.
3. ANY MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES
3.1 Unauthorised use of KUSA Logo – Scam sites
Cease and desist letter template (MH)
Template attached to agenda
Noted. Template to be kept on file to be used when needed.
4. KUSA OFFICE
4.1 Office Report
Report attached to agenda.
After discussion the Office Report was approved.
4.2 Finance
Reports for May 2023 attached to agenda.
After discussion, the Financial Reports for May 2023 were approved.
4.3 Litter Statistics
Nil.
4.4 General Statistics
Nil.
5. SUB-COMMITTEES
5.1 DISCIPLINARY SUB-COMMITTEE
5.1.1 Case 01-2023
Respondent, Complainants, Clubs and Provincial Councils informed of finding and penalties
The Respondent’s lawyer has requested that they be given the full reasons for the finding and penalties imposed and have stated that it is their Client’s intention to lodge an appeal against both the finding and penalty. They have 15 working days within which to lodge the appeal .
Noted.
CP joined the meeting at this point
5.1.2 Case 02-2023
Disciplinary Hearing was held on 01.06.2023.
Exco is hereby notified of the DSC’s decision and record of finding and penalty.
The record of the DSC’s proceedings is attached for consideration and confirmation.
Noted. Findings confirmed.
5.2 SHOWS
5.2.1 Applications for Second Championship Show
5.2.1.1Western Province Bull Terrier Club – 21.10.2023
The above Club is applying for a second Championship Show
Motivation: Hosting a second Championship Show in conjunction with two All-breeds Championship Shows would possibly increase entry numbers and would be beneficial to all Clubs involved as well as respective exhibitors in reducing travelling expenses and offering Terrier exhibitors 3 CC opportunities.
Full motivation attached.
Approved.
5.2.1.2 Utility Breeds Club of Gauteng – 04.11.2023
The above Club is applying for a second Championship Show for Breed and Disciplines. They wish to offer more shows on their weekend to encourage exhibitors to attend.
Full motivation attached.
Approved.
5.2.1.3 SA Short Legged & Working Terrier Club – 24.03.2024
The above Club is applying for a second Championship Show for Breed. They would like to bring an International Terrier Specialist Judge to SA.
Full motivation attached.
Approved.
5.2.2 Show Return Penalties (Schedule 08)
Concern was expressed at the financial impact some of the pre-show and post-show penalties that had
been levied on Clubs would have. It was decided that a review of the penalty structure and the Regulations governing penalties be undertaken, with the aim of Exco submitting a proposal to Fedco for consideration.
5.2.2.1 Port Elizabeth Cluster Weekend – 29.03.2023 – 02.04.2023
The organising committee of the above 7-show weekend is requesting that penalties be reduced by way of giving leeway to the Judges’ contract dates .
Motivation attached.
Request to waive payment of Show penalties was denied. Instead, lenient payment terms were offered. Payment of the invoice within 30-days is waived on the proviso the penalty is paid in full prior to the end of current financial year (31 August 2023).
5.2.2.2 SA Short Legged & Working Terrier Club – 13.05.2023
The Club is seeking the withdrawal of penalties due to another Organising Club taking responsibility for the Show Documents .
Explanation attached.
Request to waive payment of Show penalties was denied. Instead, lenient payment terms were offered. Payment of the invoice within 30-days is waived on the proviso the penalty is paid in full prior to the end of current financial year (31 August 2023).
5.2.2.3 Transvaal Working Trials Association – 09.04.2023
The above Club is requesting leniency with regards to their penalties imposed for their Working Trials Show.
E-mail attached.
Request to waive payment of Show penalties was denied. Instead, lenient payment terms were offered. Payment of the invoice within 30-days is waived on the proviso the penalty is paid in full prior to the end of current financial year (31 August 2023).
5.2.4 Entry in contravention of the Regulations in Schedule 3:
5.2.4.1 The Office received a Champion and Junior Merit application for Zena Bupepe Iz Moskovskoy Bemty of Boupeep (ZA001097C22).
It was decided at Exco 05-2023 that the awards won were to be withdrawn.
An urgent appeal was lodged, which was sent to Exco via email as a round robin vote on 19.05.2023
The round robin vote failed (3 against; 1 for; 2 abstentions)
The Registered Owner s ubmitted a further request for Exco to reconsider their decision. (see attached).
Decision to withdraw awards is upheld.
5.2.4.2 Junior Merit Application – Wilbod Savannah Night Sky (ZA006270B22)
An application was submitted to the Office for a Junior Merit title for the abovementioned dog whereupon it was discovered that the was not a member of KUSA. The Owner was sent a Membership Application Form on 09.06 .2023.
Awards may be retained on proviso that owner applies for Membership within two weeks.
5.2.4.3 Junior Merit Application – Rumox Olympus (ZA010365B22)
An application was submitted to the Office for a Junior Merit title for the abovementioned dog whereupon it was discovered that the Owner was not a member of KUSA. The Owner was sent a Membership Application Form on 09.06.2023 .
Awards may be retained on proviso that owner applies for Membership within two weeks.
5.2.5 Schedule 3 Reg. 14 & Reg. 19.8 – Exclusion of Dogs
5.2.5.1 Temporary Exclusion Order – Bullmastiff – Aire Del Norte De El Guardian Del Bosque of Lemietrivier – Reg No. ZA001047C19
It was reported that the abovementioned dog acted aggressively at the Swartland Kennel Club (1) Championship Show held 22.04.2023 where it reportedly attacked a Bearded Collie. The Office contacted the Club on 08.06.2023 to obtain the documents in the correct format.
Preliminary TEO issued 06.06.2023.
Noted. Carried forward to next Exco meeting.
5.2.5.2 Temporary Exclusion Order – Australian Shepherd – Limited Kascaro of Modailene – Reg No. ZA001023C22
The Office received a report of an alleged incident of aggression that occurred at Swartland Kennel Club (2) Championship Show on 21.04.2023. The Club has submitted the relevant information, but the Office is following up to secure the documentation in the correct format (see attached). The Owner has submitted a statement (see attached).
Preliminary TEO issued 15.06.2023
TEO confirmed.
5.2.5.3 Temporary Exclusion Order – Staffordshire Bull Terrier – Delu Lady Luck – Reg No. ZA006185B15
The Office received a report of an alleged incident of aggression that occurred at North West Staffordshire Bull Terrier Club Championship Show held 05.05.2023. (see attached)
Preliminary TEO issued 19.05.2023 .
TEO confirmed.
5.2.5.4 Temporary Exclusion Order – Rhodesian Ridgeback – Eskhaleni Gem of Mnumbumba – Reg No. ZA005860B22
The Office received notice of an alleged incident of aggression that occurred at Hottentots Holland Kennel Club Non-Championship Show on 04.06.2023 where the dog bit the Judge. The Club has submitted a copy of the Incident Report Form (Annex A) and a statement from the Judge (incorrect format) and Ring Steward (correct format) (see attached).
Decision pending as at time Agenda was compiled.
Preliminary TEO to be issued and KUSA Office to request documentation.
5.2.5.5 Temporary Exclusion Order – Pembroke Welsh Corgi – Unknown
The Office received an enquiry regarding an alleged incident of aggression that occurred at the KUSA Nationals Championship Show on 28.05.2023. The Club has verbally informed the Office that they did not deem it to be an Incident in terms of clause 8.3 of the TEO Manual.
For noting.
Noted.
5.2.5.6 Temporary Exclusion Order – Golden Retriever – Savannalands Maverick – Reg No. ZA003232B19
It was reported that the abovementioned dog acted aggressively at the George Kennel Club (1) Championship Show held 09.06.2023 where it reportedly attacked another Golden Retriever. The Club has only submitted the Incident Report Form (Annex A) and all statements are still outstanding.
Preliminary TEO issued 15.06.2023.
TEO confirmed. Award won not to be withdrawn.
5.2.6 OTHER CLUB / SHOW MATTERS – Nil .
5.2.7.1 WT/WUD – 17-18 June 2023
5.2.7.2 KUSA Discipline Nationals
- Saturday 23 September – KUSA National Event – TT5
- Sunday 24 September – KUSA Championship Show – TT1-5
- Saturday 07 October - KUSA National Flyball Event.
5.2.7.3 KUSA Classic 2024
The KZN Provincial Council Chairman, Mr Michael Vorster, lodged a formal application on 13.06 2023 to host the KUSA CLASSIC 2024 Event.
The following documents were submitted in support of the application.
• Letter to EXCO
• Estimated Budget for the 2024 KUSA Classic Weekend
• Organogram, including the responsibilities of each team member.
• Example of how the judges could be allocated – will be refined once confirmation of the event is confirmed.
• Estimated timetable for the weekend. – will be refined once confirmation of the event is confirmed
The Application to host the KUSA Classic 2024 event was unanimously approved. Final budget to
be submitted asap. The Organising Committee must submit monthly status reports.
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:
Mr RJ Shortland (EC) – OB, DJ, AG, FLY (retired)
Mrs ML Sommers (Gau) – OB (retired)
Noted.
5.4.2 The following Judge has become licensed:
Mrs L Williams (GAU) – Agility
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 FTLC meeting held 18.04.2023 via MS Teams.
Circulated 23.05.2023.
Noted.
5.9 FCI-IGP
Nil.
5.10 DOG JUMPING
5.10.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the National Dog Jumping Sub-Committee AGM held 25.05.2023 via MS Teams.
Circulated 07.06.2023.
Noted.
5.11 CARTING
Nil.
5.12 AGILITY
5.12.1 Confirmed minutes and Convener’s report from the NAgSC AGM held on 05.05.2023 via MS Teams.
Circulated 31.05.2023.
Noted.
5.13 FLYBALL
5.13.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the National Flyball Sub-Committee AGM held 26.05.2023 via Zoom
Circulated 12.06.2023.
Quorum present.
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
Nil.
5.19 RESCUE DOG
Nil.
5.20 MONDIORING
Nil.
5.21 TRICK DOG
5.21.1 Trick Dog now has its own Instagram page. In the first 2-weeks of being up and running, it has gained 111 followers. Posts to date have introduced the Evaluators which has been met with much appreciation and comments about being glad to put a face to a name. Future plans are a weekly challenge on tricks and a ‘who does it better’ fun post for voting.
Noted.
5.22 FCI
5.22.1 Communication sent to Fedco Members:
17.05.2023 In Memoriam – Andrzej Mania.
17.05.2023 FCI BOAS Seminar & Functional Grading Workshop, 20-21.06.2023 – Reminder.
24.05.2023 FCI Commission – Education and PR: International Conference – 03.07.2023 in Vilnius, Lithuania.
24.05.2023 New FCI Statutes.
24.05.2023 FCI BOAS Seminar & Functional Grading Workshop, 20-21.06.2023 - Deadline Extended.
31.05.2023 FCI Commission Dog Dancing – Video Conference 10.06.2023 – Invitation and Agenda.
31.05.2023 Clarification of the legal status of Bulgarian Republican Federation of Cynology (BRFK).
07.06.2023 Kennel Association of the Republic of Macedonia (North Macedonia) – Suspension: Tasevski B. (MK31)
07.06.2023 FCI General Assembly 2023 (CH) : NCO Delegates Registration Packages – Second deadline.
07.06.2023 New non-Mandatory Commission (Water Work) - Deadline Extended: 15.06.2023.
07.06.2023 Press release FCI European Section - European collaboration between Kennel clubs on the welfare of Brachycephalic breeds.
09.06.2023 Results of FCI competitions Online.
09.06.2023 FCI International Dog Shows (2023 - 2024 - 2025 - 2026)
12.06.2023 The Peruvian Kennel Club (KCP) - Ilaria Biondi de Ciabatti – CV
12.06.2023 FCI Rules for Natural Herding Aptitude Tests (FCI NHAT)
13.06.2023 FCI Rules for tests for Livestock Guardian Dog Breeds
6. BREED COUNCILS/LIAISON COUNCILS.
6.1 Nil.
7. PROVINCIAL COUNCIL MEETINGS
7.1 DISTRICTS OF GAUTENG & SURROUNDS PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
7.1.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the DOGSPC Ordinary meeting held 06.06.2023 via Zoom.
Circulated 19.06.2023.
Quorum present.
Noted.
7.2 KWAZULU-NATAL PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
Nil.
7.3 NORTHERN AREAS PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
7.3.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the NAPC held on 19.10.2022 via Zoom.
Attached to agenda.
Quorum present.
Noted.
7.3.2 Unconfirmed Minutes of the AGM of the NAPC held on 19.10.2022 via Zoom.
Attached to agenda.
Quorum present.
Noted.
7.3.3 Unconfirmed Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the NAPC held on 01.02.2023 via Zoom.
Attached to agenda.
Quorum present.
Noted.
7.3.4 Minutes of the Special Meeting (Discipline Licence applications) held on 23 Feb 2023 via Zoom.
Attached to agenda.
Noted.
7.3.5 Unconfirmed Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the NAPC held on 15.03.2023 via Zoom.
Attached to agenda.
Quorum present.
Noted.
7.4 WESTERN CAPE PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
7.4.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the WCPC Meeting held on Monday 15.05.2023 via Zoom.
Circulated 25.05.2023.
Noted.
7.5 EASTERN CAPE & BORDER PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
7.5.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the Eastern Cape & Border Provincial Council AGM held on 04.06.2023.
Circulated 07.06.2023.
Noted.
7.6 FREE STATE & NORTHERN CAPE PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
7.6.1 Unconfirmed Minutes of the FS&NC Provincial Council Meeting held 17.04.2023 via MS Teams.
Circulated 24.05.2023.
Quorum present.
Noted.
8. ELECTION OF KENNEL UNION MEMBERS IN TERMS OF ARTICLE 10(1)
8.1 23 new Members and 24 lapsed Members elected.
9. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
9.1 Applications for Club Affiliation/Notification of Closure
9.1.1 Notification of Club Closure
Natal Coast Kennel Club held their AGM on 15.02.2023 where it was agreed to close the Club. It was further agreed that remaining finances were to be donated to the Highway Kennel Club.
However, the office noted some apparent irregularities in the financial statements for financial years ending 2021 and 2022. These have been discussed with KZN Provincial Council Chairman Michael Vorster who has agreed to investigate further. Annual Financial Statements attached to Agenda.
MH to liaise with KZN Provincial Council Chairman – Mr M Vorster and report back at the next Exco meeting. See attached response from the Club.
Carried forward from previous agenda.
Natal Coast Kennel Club have submitted revised financials for 2021 and 2022.
The revised Financials submitted did not meet requirements. Carried forward from previous meeting.
The Club has since requested more information from the auditors on 07.06.2023 as all books were handed over to them.
MH and YJ to liaise with Michael Vorster regarding the outstanding financials.
9.1.2 Bearded Collie Club of Gauteng will be hosting their AGM on 28.05.2023 and have included an item to dissolve the Club.
MA reported that the reason for the decision to dissolve the club was due to lack of support at KUSA Events. BJ proposed that MA suggest that the Club be changed to a Herding Club. MA to propose this suggestion at the next AGM and report back on the final decision.
Carried forward from previous meeting.
The Club hosted their AGM on 17.05.2023 but as no quorum was reached, the meeting was postponed to 24.05.2023. The Agenda contained an item to dissolve the Club. In terms of the Constitution, a quorum at an AGM must consist of 10 members with voting rights. However, the Club currently only has five (5) paid up members. All members voted unanimously in favour of dissolving the Club. It was agreed that the remaining funds would be used for a stand at PetExpo to promote the breed. (See attached)
Noted. MA to check whether there are any other assets such as trophies etc. and report back.
9.1.3 Club Affiliation
Objection to new Club - Working Weimaraner Club
The KUSA Office received notification of a possible new Club forming on 28.03.2023. The Club provided details of their new Committee and a Letter of Support and requested a Constitution be drafted for them. The Club had consulted with DOGSPC regarding the process to form a Club and had also been in touch with the Field Trial Liaison Council.
Subsequently, objections were received from The Weimaraner Klub on 20.04.2023 and 10.05.2023.
CPA to draft a letter offering that BJ act as intermediary to mediate between the two parties.
Carried forward to next meeting.
A further e-mail has been received from Mr Frank Winder together with a letter from the Rainbow Hungarian Vizsla Club and attached to agenda.
The affiliation documents for the Working Weimaraner Club are attached. Ratification of the Club by the Provincial Council is on the NAPC Agenda whose meeting was postponed to 21.06.2023 .
Affiliation approved subject to acceptance by the NAPC.
9.1.4 Club Disaffiliations
Central Field Trial Club
The KUSA Office received a letter from the Central Field Trial Club on 14.04.2023 stating their intention to disaffiliate with immediate effect. No reason was given, and no response has been received to an email enquiring why. No further information received by the Office.
Noted that the Club was not closing but disaffiliating from KUSA.
9.2. Club Constitutions - Nil
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.– Nil.
9.4 Schedule 2 Reg. 4.10 – Dispensation for Registration of anExtraordinary Nature.The below Breeders petitions the Executive Committee to rule on the registration of an Underage Rottweiler dam 9.4.1 and a Rottweiler dam and sire without ED scores 9.4.2.
9.4.1.Rottweiler: Dam – Vom Chikaudor A-Abigail of Vom Jochmorney – Reg. No. ZA008261B21 HD A2A2 ED00 – DoB 16.04.2021.
Litter of six (6) puppies.
Litter whelped: 17.01.2023.
Sire:Vom Heydeheim Otto-I -Reg No. ZA006904B16 HD A2A2 ED10 – DoB 13.03.2016
Breeder – Mrs K Jochens.
Dam whelped at 21 months. Schedule 2 App C Regulations in respect of Rottweilers states the dam must be 22 months or older at the time of whelping. The Rottweiler Breed Council was asked for their opinion on the matter. Attached please find responses received from the Rottweiler Breed Council.
Not approved.
9.4.2 Rottweiler: Dam – Vom Heydeheim Maddy-III of Kontuthue– Reg.No ZA004770B21 HD A2A2
DoB 02.02.2021.
Litter of one (1) puppy.
Litter whelped: 26.03.2023.
Sire:Vom Heydeheim Luke-III of Kontuthue (ZA001950B21) HD A1 – A1 DoB – 21.12.2020.
Breeder – Miss N Mpofu.
The ED Xrays for the dam and sire were taken with the incorrect placement of the Elbows and the Scrutineer requested that the X-rays be redone.
The owner does not wish to redo the Elbow Xrays with the reason given that as per Schedule 2 Appendix C, the ED results are for record purposes only. The Rottweiler Breed Council was asked for their opinion. Attached please find response received from the RBC.
Not approved. ED X-rays to be redone if litter is to be registered.
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
9.7.1 Regulation 12.2 – Litter whelped within 12 months of the date of birth of the Dam.
French Bulldog : Dam – Roodekopjes Ciara of Carpriben – Reg. No. ZA002444B22 – DoB 06.11.2021.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litter whelped: 17.10.2022.
Breeder – Mrs B Koekemoer.
Approved.
9.7.2 Regulation 12.3 – Third litter whelped within 18 months
Staffordshire Bull Terrier:Dam– Xhena of Valhalo – Reg. No.ZA010853B15 – DoB 03.06.2015.
Litter of four (4) puppies.
Litters whelped: 08.11.2021 – 17.09.2022
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
Retriever (Golden):Dam– Gelukshoop Rocksie – Reg. No.ZA005494B20 – DoB 10.01.2020.
Litter of five (5) puppies.
Litters whelped: 10.07.2021 – 21.04.2022 – 18.11.2022
Breeder – Mr TCJ Carstens.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
Dachshund (Miniature Long-haired):Dam– Brandcliff Y-Lucy – Reg. No.ZA006200B19 – DoB 02.01.2019.
Litter of five (5) puppies.
Litters whelped: 28.01.2021 – 18.07.2021 – 31.12.2021 – 22.12.2022.
Breeder – Mrs JL Missen.
Approvedon the proviso that a Vet report is received confirming the dog was spayed.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (2nd)
French Bulldog: Dam – Van Willmich Saffron of Smokeymountain – Reg. No. ZA007760B19 – DoB 30.01.2019.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litters whelped: 08.10.2021 – 27.04.2022 – 29.03.2023.
Breeder – Mrs JCC van Dyk.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
French Bulldog : Dam – Platberg Heazel – Reg. No. ZA008072B18 – DoB 01.04.2018.
Litter of one (1) puppy.
Litters whelped: 27.11.2019 – 17.12.2020 – 31.08.2021 – 18.05.2022.
Breeder – Mrs MFC Landsberg.
Approved.
Letter: 3 litters within 18 months
Dam status: Exco – 3 litters (1st)
9.7.3 Regulation 12.4 Litters whelped more than 5 litters
Neapolitan Mastiff: Dam – Delpicasso Ninah – Reg. No. ZA001807B16 – DoB 28.12.2015.
Litter of four (4) puppies.
Litters whelped: 02.11.2018 – 26.11.2019 – 12.07.2020 – 17.01.2022 – 24.09.2022 – 21.03.2023.
Breeder – Mrs HB Janse van Rensburg.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: 6th 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
Chihuahua (Smooth haired)Dam– Chilanzei Chelsea of Adiosamigo – Reg. No.ZA040074B14 – DoB 06.12.2013.
Litter of two (2) puppies.
Litters whelped: 16.03.2023.
Breeder – Mr FR Turner.
Approved. No further dispensation will be granted.
Letter: Litter whelped from a dam older than 8 years old.
Dam Status: Exco Restriction
Dachshund (Miniature Wire-haired) Dam – Hillstone With a Spoon – Reg. No. ZA003474B15 – DoB 13.10.2014.
Litter of one (1) puppy.
Litters whelped: 11.02.2023.
Breeder – Miss H Thompson.
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 Facebook page mentioning KUSA
The “KUSA (Ethical) Breeders” Facebook page is managed exclusively by a KUSA member. Recent changes to the administration of this site have led to changes such as the promotion of the members commercial interests. This could give the impression that KUSA endorses the products on offer.
Furthermore, KUSA has no control over the breeders being allowed to advertise / being promoted on the Facebook site. The Facebook page further links to a website “Breeder Listing South Africa” – although this website does not bear the KUSA logo or name, it does reference a kennel breeding “Bullies” and shows a picture of a dog with cropped ears.
The Office seeks guidance regarding requesting the removal references to KUSA from this page and the linked Websites.
CPA to write to Administrator of the Facebook page requesting that all references to KUSA be removed.
10.2 Canine Good Citizen
An Evaluator contacted the Office asking if it would be possible for her to test a dog via video submission. The Evaluator recently conducted an assessment in Hermanus and found a dog “Not Ready” for the Stay task in the CGC Bronze level. The handler has since trained the Stay and would like to have that one task retested and her dog signed off. However, the closest Evaluator is in Cape Town, some 120km away. They are thus asking for dispensation to complete the test via video submission.
Not approved.
10.3 YJ requested that the Show Schedule be included in the pack of documents circulated to the members of Disciplinary Sub-Committees when conducting Disciplinary Hearings.
10.4 YJ requested clarification as to the correct format in which Affidavits are to be submitted. PM advised that a template is available for download from the KUSA Website.
10.5 CP requested clarification on whether Ring Stewards are required to be members of KUSA. After discussion it was agreed that Ring Stewards are not required to be Members of KUSA.
11.DATE OF NEXT MEETING
18 July 2023.
There being no further business, the Meeting closed at 14h25 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.