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1997 American Whippet Club Whippet Annual

Pages 51 through 75

Control Bleeding
1. Apply direct pressure to the wound using a gauze pad or face cloth. Keep the pressure on the wound for 5 minutes without looking. Gently lift pad and determine if bleeding has stopped. If not, continue to apply pressure. If the pad sticks to the wound, do not remove as this will disrupt the forming blood clot. Add another pad to the original and continue pressure. When bleeding stops, wrap a bandage in place to prevent further contamination.
2. If direct pressure is not enough to stop bleeding, apply pressure to the artery above the wound (in the axillary area (armpit) and groin).
3. As a last resort, life-saving measure, apply a tourniquet to the tail or leg. A 2” wide ace bandage wrapped tightly around the extremity should apply sufficient pressure. Use just enough pressure to slow bleeding to an ooze. Loosen the tourniquet completely every 15 minutes and massage the extremity thoroughly. Seek immediate veterinary attention.
4. Once bleeding stops with direct pressure of an ear laceration, Kling bandage, Vetwrap or an ace bandage can be used to wrap the ear to the rest of the head to prevent the clot from being knocked loose by head shaking.
5. Ice packs to the bridge of the nose can help nasal bleeding due to trauma. This can be difficult however as sneezing can continue to dislodge forming clots.

Laceration treatment
Large lacerations heal much more quickly and scar less if sutured immediately after the injury. If the wound is dirty and bleeding has been controlled, you can flush the area with sterile saline solution. Dilute (10%) hydrogen peroxide and dilute Betadine or chlorhexidine solutions will also work but are more toxic to the wound than saline alone. Pulsatile lavage under sedation or anesthesia may be necessary to adequately clean the wound before closure. The use of saline soaked gauze as a wound dressing will help keep the tissue moist and clean until veterinary care is obtained and closure can be attempted. This will provide a cleaner environment than ointments or creams and will encourage wound healing. Smaller lacerations can be dealt with in a similar manner, but may heal with just saline bandaging alone. Veterinary attention is advised in any case.

BITE WOUNDS
Bite wounds from other animals are a potential danger due to the bacterial population that is injected during the bite. These wounds are generally puncture wounds and can have extensive damage below the skin surface from the crushing force of the bite (any of you who have been bitten can sympathize). Bacteria and hair become imbedded in the deeper tissue layers causing inflammation and infection. The crushing force of the bite can cause widespread hematoma formation which harbors bacterial growth and encourages abscess formation.

Treatment
1. Clean the bite wound as soon as possible using antiseptic soap, such as Betadine or Nolvasan. Flush and irrigate with sterile saline solution. This may be very painful for your dog, so use caution (i.e. muzzle).
2. Apply a light dressing until the wound can be evaluated by a professional.
3. If your dog is in extensive pain, consider aspirin therapy.
4. If the bite wound came from another dog or cat, inquire as to rabies vaccination status. (Unvaccinated biting animals may require quarantine).
5. All open bite wounds are considered to be infected and antibiotics should be started within 12 to 24 hr.
6. Evaluation by a veterinarian is recommended as surgical intervention and drain placement may be necessary. -
7. Be sure your dog is up to date on rabies vaccination as determined by the public health laws in your area.

Chest wall puncture wounds can cause air to escape into the surrounding tissues causing subcutaneous emphysema which will feel “crackly” to the touch. This type of wound should not be scrubbed or flushed out, should be covered and should receive immediate veterinary attention.

EYE INJURIES
Signs: Squinting or sensitivity to light, excessive tearing, pain, redness, facial rubbing, thick eye discharge, prolapsed eyeball.
Causes: Foreign object, irritant, laceration, severe blow or trauma.
Treatment: The first aid procedures you can do without professional help are limited.
1. An eye that has been exposed to an irritant should be flushed with saline or water for at least 5 minutes.
2. If the globe is exposed (“popped-out”) keep the area well hydrated by using moist compresses with eyewash or mineral oil. Seek veterinary attention immediately.
3. If you can identify a foreign body in the eye (grass awn, seed, etc.) flush the eye and use a moistened cotton swab to gently sweep out the object.

If your dog objects strenuously to any of the above therapies, stop. Once sight is lost, it can never be restored, so eye injuries should always be considered medical emergencies and veterinary assistance should be sought immediately.

LIMB INJURIES
Limb injuries can be caused by many different things, but contact with moving vehicles ranks number one in this country. It can be difficult to tell the difference between a sprain, break or dislocation and all should be treated with caution. Painful dogs will bite even their owners, so be sure to use adequate protection when examining the dog with a limb injury.
Signs: lameness, inability to rise, dramatic swelling over the affected area, protruding bone, odd angle or bend to the leg.
Treatment:
1. Remain calm (this can be the hardest part of all). Restrain the dog as best as possible and evaluate for shock.
2. Avoid moving the injured limb any more than is absolutely necessary.
3. If bone is exposed, cover with clean (preferably sterile) gauze or bandage.
4. Keep the dog covered to help protect against shock. Transport on a stretcher or blanket stretcher.
5. If possible, splint the fracture with a supporting splint (rolled newspaper and cotton padding will work) that covers the joint above and below the fracture. If inclusion of these two joints is not possible, abandon splinting or bandaging and get the animal to a veterinary facility as soon as possible.
6. If your dog has toe or joint sprains (as is common in lure coursing and racing), ice the wound IMMEDIATELY after the injury is noticed (at the field trial if ice is available). Continue icing 3 to 4 times daily and keep the injured area wrapped between cold compresses until veterinary assistance is available. Antiinflammatory treatment should also be started. Aggressive early therapy of joint sprains can retard inflammation, stimulate healing and return the joint to function much more quickly.

HEAT STROKE
Heatstroke can affect all pets and is most commonly observed in the warmer months, though it can occur anytime. The most common cause of heat-induced injury is prolonged exposure to a very warm environment. Dogs left in automobiles and confinement in a room with poor ventilation on hot days can lead to heat-induced illness. I have also seen this in poorly conditioned dogs that run at lure trials in very hot weather during the summer months and were not properly cooled out before crating.
Signs: Tremendous panting, excessive salivation, collapse and death. Rectal temperature in excess of 105 F.
Treatment:
1. Remove the dog from the warm environment
2. Cool the body down by soaking the skin with cool water or rubbing alcohol (not icy cold). Using water that is too cold can cause the peripheral blood vessels to collapse, which worsens the shock.
3. Place ice inside of the arms and legs.
4. Place the animal in front of a fan to help with cooling.
5. Continually monitor rectal temperature and once it drops to 103 or less, stop cooling and dry off the pet. The body temperature will continue to fall due to evaporative cooling.
6. If the animal is conscious, allow it to drink small amounts of water.
7. Continue taking the rectal temperature and begin cooling procedures again if the temp rises above 103.
8. Seek veterinary help immediately.

SEIZURES
Seizures are one of the most difficult things a dog owner has to watch their dog go through. Although they seem to go on forever, most seizures last from 1 to 3 minutes. Seizures may be generalized (grand mal) or localized (petit mal) and they may increase in intensity and number over time. Generalized seizures can be preceded by what is called the preictal period which is often missed by the owner and is characterized by anxiety, restlessness, agitation and excitement. The ictal phase is the actual seizure and can range from stiffness in the limbs and a glazed look, all the way to a full grand mal seizure which can include loss of consciousness, kicking and paddling uncontrollably, drooling, urination and defecation. The last phase of the seizure is known as the postictal state and is usually characterized by confusion and lack of total consciousness. The postictal phase can last for hours.
Common causes of seizures include epilepsy (most common), metabolic disturbances (diabetes, liver disease, portal-caval shunts), toxin ingestion, tumors and inflammatory conditions of the central nervous system. When your dog has a seizure, do not attempt to restrain or handle it. Allow the dog to recover on its own. Take measures to protect your dog from injury if it is near a staircase, on a tabletop, or near something that will harm it. A blanket thrown over the pet can help in these situations. Do NOT put your hands near or into the mouth as involuntary snapping is often part of a seizure.
If only one seizure is seen, there is no immediate emergency. It is a good idea to visit your veterinarian within 48 hours to look for possible causes of the seizure. However, if the seizures occur repeatedly or will not stop, seek immediate veterinary attention. Body temperature can rise during repeated seizing and permanent brain damage may ensue.

VOMITING/DIARRHEA
Vomiting and diarrhea are one of the most common reasons pets are seen by veterinarians. There are over 100 possible causes for vomiting and probably half that many for diarrhea. Young animals are at a greater risk for developing life threatening dehydration and electrolyte imbalance and should be examined early in the course of the problem.
The most common cause of vomiting and diarrhea is dietary indiscretion (garbage gut). This is generally easily treated with dietary manipulation supportive care. Vomiting can also be caused by intestinal blockage, viral infections (Parvovirus), metabolic disease relating to the liver, kidney and pancreas, parasitic diseases (common cause in puppies) and cancer (brain and CI). Likewise, diarrhea may be caused by a major illness, including intestinal parasitism, viral disease, pancreatic enzyme deficiencies, immune mediated disease, food allergies and hypersensitivity’s, cancer and stress.
In all cases, it is recommended that veterinary evaluation be done to evaluate the condition accurately and treat accordingly. Therapy may be as simple as symptomatic treatment until the gut heals itself, or may require more involved therapeutic strategies which may include antibiotics, corticosteroids, intravenous fluid therapy, and prescription diets.

FIRST AID KIT SUGGESTIONS
TOOLS
• Thermometer (plastic digital are nice - won’t break)
• Cotton Swabs
• Tweezers (and! or thumb forceps)
• Syringes - 12 or 20 cc to flush (can also use a turkey baster)
• Pen Light
• Bandage Scissors (blunt end)
• Bulb Syringe
• Tongue depressors
• Cordless clippers (optional)
• Muzzle
• Exam gloves
• Blanket
• Veterinarian’s phone number
• Poison Control phone number
• Pedialyte
• Triple antibiotic ointment
• Kaopectate
• Baby Aspirin
(any additional medication should be used under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian)

BANDAGE MATERIALS
• Cotton roll
• 2” Kling gauze rolls
• 3” Kling gauze rolls
• 3x3or4x4gauzesquares
• 1” adhesive tape
• 2” Vetwrap
• 2” Ace bandage
• Adaptics or Telfa - non-stick sterile individually packaged gauze
• Splints or splinting material

SOLUTIONS
• Betadine or Nolvasan scrub
• Dilute Betadine or Nolvasan solution
• Eye wash
• Sterile Saline Solution
• 3% Hydrogen peroxide

References
1. Hill D., Morrison A, Meyers B, et al. The
Pet First Aid Book. New York, McGraw-Hill,
1986.
2. Kirby R. Approach to the trauma patient.
Proceedings of the Kal Kan Waltham/OSU
Symposium, October 1990, pp.15-25.
3. Bell CT. First Aid and Health Care for Dogs.
Tulsa, OK, Pecos Press, 1990.
4. Flagella AM. First aid, transport and triage.
Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract

(AmCanCh. Nasuc’s Polo of Taymarc x Ch. Tivio’s Sagehill Dancer)

"Allie” is a dog whose quality speaks for itself. She finished her first year of dog shows with a ‘‘Top Ten” ranking, two Specialty Awards of Merit and multiple group placements.

We would like to thank the judges who recognized and rewarded her fine qualities amongst some of the very best competition our breed has to offer.

2608 South Inland Empire Way, Spokane, Washington 99204

Daughter Ch. Tivio’s Sagehill Dancer Granddaughter Ch. Tivio’s Allure

(Am.Can.Ch. Surrey Hills Houston FCh. ROMX xAllerei’s Shaharizad)
Thank you judge Mary Beth Arthur
1997 AWC National Specialty - Junior Veteran Dog

Thank you judge Katrina Hamilton         From the Senior Veteran Class

Owned by Karren P. Young P.O. 409 Reardan, WA 99029 509-327-1866 e-mail: KarrYoung@aol.com

Handled by John & Tracy Hite Tivio Whippets Spokane, WA Linda Buchholz BC Canada

I’ve been busy with Rescue this year —

TETON: a black male, bailed out of a shelter in North Branch, NJ. Now homed in PA.

STEELER and BLUEBERRY: both solid blues, male and female. Jailed in a shelter in Delaware by their BREEDER. Blueberry is homed in Canada. Steeler is in Rockaway, NJ.

and

ASHE (pictured): bluebrindle parti female, was given to me by her owners of 7 1/2 years. She’s not much to look at, but she’s sweet and has a great sense of humor (sounds like the perfect blind date). So... you guessed it — my mother loves her.

Nova has captured our hearts and exceeded our wildest expectations! Always owner-handled, his accomplishments speak for themselves. At the tender age of nine months, he had already proudly won twelve points! Nova is shown above with judge Mrs. June A. Penta winning Best of Winners for a Major. Thanks, Sue, for our shining star. Nova Boy!

FLASH!!
Nova finished his Championship wiTh a 4-point major from the oupov class at age 11 mos!
Thanks to judge Roxanne Petersen Berton for awarding him WD/BOS!

Zodiac Whippets is proud to present our newest star, ~ Pictured at 8 months, he has a wonderful combination of substance, elegance, and loving personality. Look for the boy with his “britches half on” in the ring, in the field, and on the track in 1998.

See more of the Zodiac boys on our loud and proud website at:
www.geocities.com/heartland/meadows/8544

History — Meridith West, an AWC member who also had Rhodesian Ridgebacks, helped develop a versatility program for the Ridgebacks, which Dr. Connie Austin helped modify for Whippets and then presented to the Board. The AWC Board of Directors gave me, as Performance Director, approval to work on a Versatility Program for our Whippets.

In the Ridgeback’s program, the dogs had to be either a Champion or be pointed. Connie suggested if a dog were neutered, it should be exempt from this requirement. I also felt that many Whippets, neutered or not, displayed the versatility in a whippet we felt should be rewarded. The Ridgebacks had only two awards - Award of Versatility and Award of Versatility Excellent. For the Whippets, we included two additional awards - Ch. Award of Versatility and Ch. Award of Versatility Excellent.

In 1996, the first year awards were presented, 16 Whippets earned titles, including 10 CAV (Ch. Award of Versatility), 1 CAVX (Ch Award of Versatility Excellent), and 5 AV (Award of Versatility).

To earn an AV or CAV requires 10 points be earned. For a CAVX or AVX, 15 points must be earned. Points are earned in the following categories: conformation, obedience, racing, coursing, agility, flyball, tracking, and miscellaneous activities, including therapy work.

Awards are given to living dogs whose owners are AWC members.

It may be hard to believe that whippets have earned titles in all of the above activities, proving the versatility of our breed in performance events, as well as in the show ring. We salute all the past whippets who have shown the whippet is a versatile breed indeed, and we will attempt to honor them in the future in the AWC Whippet Newsletter and Annual. For the living dogs earning recognition, rosettes, certificates, and (soon) special pins, will be awarded at the National Specialty.

Whippets Earning Awards in 1996

AWARD OF VERSATILITY
Sporting Field’s Frusen Gladja, CDX, FCh, SC, CGC, TT
Owner: Lisa Costello
Sinbad The Sailor of Wyndsor, CD, TC, JC, ARX, FCh
Owners: C. Austin and U. James
Marial Palmeridge cornell, CD, TC JC ARX, FDX
Owners: C. Austin and U. James
FC Chaparral’s Bialy B cone, ARM, ORC, CD, SC, CGC, FCh
Owner: Gloria Goble

CH. AWARD OF VERSATILITY
Ch. Marial’s Whitewater, CD, ARM, ORC
Owners: Mary Beth and Doug Arthur
DC Bitterblue’s Loco Weed, CD, SC, LCM CGC, ROM
Owners: Linda and Paul Garwacki
DC Shamasan Bitterblue Columbia, CD, LCM
Owners: Linda and Paul Garwacki
DC Bitterblue Raybar Peyote, CD, SC LCM II, CGC
Owners: Linda and Paul Garwacki
Ch. Hound Hill Cheerio, CD, SC, FCh, CGC
Owner: Mary Hope Schoenftld
Ch. Saxon Shore Dream Master, CD, JC, FCh, TT, CGC
Owners: C. Johnson, M. Hughes, D. Lockhart
Ch. Surrey Hill Baywood Minton, CD, FCh, TT
Owner: Meribeth Metevia
Ch. Buncrana’s Sligo, CDX, LCM
Owner: Patricia McLaughlin
Ch. Jack’s Black Label, CD, SC, FCh, CGC
Owners: Jack and Charlotte McManus
DC Vogel’s G Bear of Fermangh, CD, LCM
Owner: Jack McManus

AWARD OF VERSATILITY EXCELLENT
Maria! Palmeridge Princeton, CD TD, FCh, ARX FDCh
Owners: C. Austin and U. James

CH. AWARD OF VERSATILITY EXCELLENT
Ch. Chaparral Corazon, CDX, SC, OA, LCM, TT, CGC
Owners: Shelley and Louanne Hennessy

Whippets Earning Awards in 1997

CH. AWARD OF VERSATILITY
DC Warburton Duke Whittington, CD, LCM, CGC, TDI
Owners: Patience and Wm Renzulli
Ch. Winwoods Capucine S.F., CD, MC, FCh, CGC
Owner: James Farrel
DC Chelsea Selena, CD, SC, FCh
Owner: Karen B. Lee
Am.Can.Ch. Devonair’s Mitchell Frank, CD, FCh, TT
Owners: Heather and Evert Dansereau

AWARD OF VERSATILITY EXCELLENT
Sinbad The Sailor of Wyndsor, CDX, TD, ARX, FMX, JC, AV
Owners: C. Austin and U. James

CH. AWARD OF VERSATILITY EXCELLENT
DC Vogel’s G Bear of Fermanagh, CD, NA, MC, LCM III, CGC, CAV
Owner: Jack McManus

Cali was bred and this litter co-bred with the incomparable Calvin Perry.
My loss is immeasurable — because of Cal and this litter it is bearable.
Thank you is hardly adequate for all you've given me.

Jodi Stanner-Driscoll — ChadwickFarm Whippets — 1508 October Road, Raleigh, NC 27614

Reagan, with his companion and handler Tom Nelson, is shown taking his 1st leg and High Hound in Trial. He finished his CD with back-to-back legs and another High in Trial with a score of 190. Reagan is working on his CDX and visiting hospitals and rehabilitation centers as a therapy dog.

Ima completed her CD in 3 straight trials with scores in the mid-180's. Turn the page for Ima's photo and her exciting litter

Peg, pictured taking her second Best of Breed over specials, just needs a major to finish. (ch. Starline’s Reign On, Jc, ROMX x Andauer Leveraged Buyout, CD)

Simon, litter brother to Star-Spangled and Star Struck, also just needs a major to finish.
Simon has started working on his CD and hopefully will be in competition for it by fall.

Sonsteby’s Smooth Talker
Turn the page to see Jake’s photo and the exciting breeding we have planned for him to our Ch. Andauer
Hearts Afire, CD, CGC. Shown 10 times as a pup, Jake has 3 points, under breeder judges, and 3 Reserves.
Jake took the rest of the year off to mature and will be back out in 1998.

Andauer The Truth Be Told
See Nick’s photo in the Pedigree Section (age 7 1/2 months), along with his sire’s, Ch. Andauer Good Vibrations. From Good Vibrations’ first litter of 5 males (all complete), this sound pup has big side gait and a great temperament. He’s picked up 4 Reserves in limited showing in the puppy class.

5525 East 101St Street Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137-6011

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