[ SHOWGSD-L ] Why should you join the GSDCA - Written By D.D. Ardoin and Joan Fox
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- Date: Sun, 12 Aug 2007 13:25:19 EDT
THE GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG CLUB OF AMERICA
FOUNDED IN 1913
WHY SHOULD YOU BECOME A MEMBER?
When you read the purpose of the GSDCA, printed below, as stated in its
first Constitution and current By-Laws, then you will understand why you
should
join us. We are a group dedicated to our breed and to our Club and its
continued status as the NUMBER ONE German Shepherd Dog organization recognized
by
the American Kennel Club (AKC) and the World Union Organization of German
Shepherd Dogs. (WUSV) If you are 18 years old or older and in good standing
with the AKC, your next step is to learn more by joining the GSDCA.
THE PURPOSE OF JOINING
To encourage, promote and improve the breeding of quality purebred German
Shepherd Dogs, to educate the fancy and to do all that is possible to bring
the
natural qualities of the German Shepherd Dog to perfection.
To urge members and breeders to accept the Standard of the breed as approved
by the AKC as the only standard of excellence by which the German Shepherd
Dog shall be judged.
To do all in its power to protect and advance the interests of the Breed by
encouraging sportsmanlike competition at dog shows, performance events and
tracking tests.
To aid with every possible means to demonstrate the German shepherd Dogs
conspicuous abilities to better serve mankind as a companion, war, Search and
Rescue, police, drug and explosive detection, security, herding and guide dog
to the blind.
To conduct dog shows, performance trials including obedience, rally,
herding, etc., under the rules of the American Kennel Club and to publish
literature
and periodicals in the best interest of the
German Shepherd Dog.
We, as members, tackle difficult health problems, debate structure of dogs,
discuss upcoming events, share in the excellence of a new litter and comfort
each other as a dog passes. Each member contributes a unique insight so that
our breed can continue to move forward. The GSDCA provides a venue that
allows breeders, owners, handlers and judges to contribute freely any
information
relevant to the breed. It is through a conglomeration of ideas that you,
the new member, will formulate your plan for the betterment of the breed we so
dearly love.
YOUR MEMBERSHIP IMPACTS THE FUTURE OF THE BREED
As the 100th Anniversary of our Club nears, we are striving to promote our
dogs even further and therefore are working as a group to adhere to these
lofty ideals. Join us in this endeavor!
The yearly National Specialty show is the main showcase for the variety of
abilities of the German Shepherd Dog. It is a celebration on many levels.
Along with Confirmation, the additions of other venues such as Obedience,
Rally,
Tracking, Herding and Temperament Certification engage members and their
dogs in positive interaction. The Working Dog sport under the auspices of the
AKC is an exciting new event starting with the 2007 National Specialty Show.
Members look forward with great anticipation to the National and the series
of preceding Regional Futurity and Maturity shows that showcase breeders and
the dogs they have produced.
National recognitions for the various awards available to be earned by our
members are part of the ceremonies.
Various committees of the GSDCA are devoted to the health and welfare of our
breed. The Canine Health Foundation, of which the GSDCA was a founding
member Parent Club, and the American German Shepherd Charitable Foundations
were
organized to fund health research issues.
The American German Shepherd Rescue Association (AGSRA) is a viable link to
local rescue groups with a grant program.
Starting in 2006 a new committee was formed to aid the membership in
opposing the anti-breeder, breed specific and other legislation and
organizations
inconsistent with the best interests of the GSDCA. The name of the committee
is
Responsible Animal Legislative Education Effort Federation (RALEEF). Member
involvement through this committee will become of more importance in the
years ahead.
The future of this Club lies with its young people and their continued
involvement. Therefore, we have an active Juniors program, for anyone under
the
age of 18, with ongoing educational rewards. A Junior membership in the GSDCA
is also available.
The German Shepherd Dog Review is a prestigious and award winning
publication that you will receive each month with your membership. Various
issues
spotlight different aspects of our dog`s talents, along with articles and
stories
that serve to educate the fancy. The beautiful dogs advertised, many in
color, are an ongoing history of the breed.
There are myriads of people who love the German Shepherd Dog and are looking
for mentorship, friendship and a sense of belonging. The GSDCA is the guild
for this group. It can provide the links to connect the fanciers to form a
chain of support and common interest dedicated to the preservation of the
breed we hold so close to our hearts.
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