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Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club of Lansing is:

Incorporated by the State of Michigan

Licensed by the American Kennel Club

Member of the American Spaniel Club

The purpose and activities of the Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club:

Support Dog Events that promote an interest in and sustain the process of breeding for type and function of the Cocker Spaniel

Provide educational programs for teaching and information for the members of the organization, and for the public interest in the breed.

Hold specialty shows and obedience trials to further the sporting quality of Cocker Spaniels.

To be ambassadors in presenting the breed to show their value as loyal companions.

Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club was founded in 1983, by a group of enthusiasts wanting to share their love and vision for the Cocker Spaniel. The road was rough and rocky while the members struggled with learning the how to's of selection, absorbing valuable information, genetics, defects, "show quality", and how to apply the above in acquiring that "perfect" cocker. But the last part continues to be illusive.

Utilizing the magnificant facilities of Michigan State University in providing the members of MMCSC with the veterinary staff for sharing their knowledge of many relevant factors in the selection of breeding foundation stock.

We also had a lot of fun. Matches got us going and as time passed we progressed into very successful participation by the fancy. Sanctioning for B and A matches seemed infinitely slow. We sent our portfolios to AKC with "Great Expectations", to have them returned for "more forms needed".

Approval was received for our first "B" match for April 1, 1990 and our second "B" match for October 7, 1990. On November 15, 1992 our second Plan "A" sanctioned match was held, and MMCSC was approved for requesting licensed status on December 14, 1992. MMCSC's first American Kennel Club Licensed Cocker Spaniel Specialty Show was held Sunday, March 27, 1994.

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To contact the Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club, send E-Mail to : Club office

For information regarding the "Cocker Spaniel Rescue of Mid-Michigan, Inc." please scroll down to the bottom of this page and click on the link for the Rescue page.

OFFICERS AND BOARD OF MID-MICHIGAN COCKER SPANIEL CLUB

Mid-Michigan Cocker Spaniel Club meets the fourth Tuesday of the month (temporarily) at Denny's west side. Take Interstate 96 to exit 93 B, turn east on Saginaw street.  The restaurant is on the left about one half a mile.. Guests are welcome. If you would like more information, please contact any of the officers. Their phone numbers are listed on the directory page. (This page may be reached by clicking on the link above.}

PRESIDENT - Diane Nelson

VICE PRESIDENT - Annalisa Arnett

TREASURER - Nancy Gallant

SECRETARY -Susan Pontius

BOARD OF DIRECTORS - Hal Brey, Janell Johnson, and Pat Sult

STANDING COMMITTEES

RESCUE - Nancy Gallant

MEMBERSHIP - Nancy Gallant

OBEDIENCE -

NEWSLETTER EDITOR -

RIBBONS AND TROPHIES - Annalisa Arnett

SPECIAL EVENTS -

HONORS RECOGNITION (Awarded at the Annual Spring Specialty Show)

CHRISTMAS PARTY -

SUNSHINE - (cards, flowers, special rememberences) Eleanor Peper

PROGRAM/EDUCATION -Diane Nelson

BREEDER COORDINATOR -Eleanor Peper

AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB INTERFACE -

MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF PURE BRED DOG OWNERS - Sam Hyer

MMCSC15 WEBMASTER -

UPCOMING SHOWS AND MATCHES

March, 2001- The March show will be a two day back to back for MMCSC this year. The dates are Saturday, March 24, 2001, with the judges being Per Rismhyr, sweepstakes, and Julie Virostek, regular classes, and Sunday, March 25, 2001, with judges being Annette Lurton, sweepstakes, and Dr. James Duncan, regular classes. Diane Nelson is Chairperson, email address , Diane M. Nelson@am.pnu.com.  The shows will be held at Smith Hall, Clinton County Fairgrounds, Sickle Street, St. Johns, Michigan.

UPCOMING MATCHES - Spring 2001

A match will be held on Saturday evening, March 24, 2001 following the show.  Annalisa Arnett is the chairperson for the match.  Please contact her if you have any questions, email to: Arnettdoghouse@webtv.net. Bring your puppies and have a great time.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION: Any one desiring information on AKC's fee schedule, or the correct forms, may call AKC's Customer Service at 919-233-9767, send a fax request to 919-233-2627, or email to info@akc.org

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