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ESAA’s New Versatility ProgramHopefully, you have all read the information in the ESAA “Setter Letter” about the new Versatility Program that was started this year. It is a fantastic program that rewards our setters and their owners for showing the ability to perform not just in conformation but in other venues (hunting, obedience, rally, agility, therapy, etc.) as well. The Versatile English Setter, or VES title, has 6 levels and this title can be added to your dog’s name in ESAA events. The requirements for the different levels can be found on the ESAA website. Honestly, the VES1 is fairly easy to achieve and I would encourage all of you to try to put at least this level on your setters. The bond you will form working with your setter to achieve these titles is incredible! And it’s FUN!! Julie Brimble and I were on the committee to set up this program and I would be happy to answer any questions that you may have about it.

And now my brags. The VES program was retroactive. Ten of my setters (some of which are not longer with me) have achieved VES titles! SO proud of all of them! They are:VES4● Ch Sagebrush Yankee Doodle Dandy

UD RE OA OAJ● Ch Bull Mtns Omega Man CDX RE AX

AXJ NFVES3● Ch Sagebrush Ingenue CDX RN OA

NAJ● Ch Bull Mtns Unbelievable CDX JH RE

OA OAJ OAP OJP● Ch Bull Mtns Undeniable CDX JH RE

NA NAJVES2● Ch Set’r Ridge Unforgettable CDX NA

NAJ● Ch Bull Mtns Irresistable CDX JH RNVES1● GCh Bull Mtns It’s In His Kiss RN BN● Ch Bull Mtns Kiss The Girls JHA BN● Ch Bull Mtns Blow Me One Last Kiss

BN RN- Rhonda Dillman

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English Setters were one of the first 8 breeds registered in America in 1878, and were recognized by the AKC when it was founded in 1884.

The Puget Sound English Setter Club Newsletter

English Setter National in St Charles IL: “We were so honored when Judge Anne Katona awarded the first Award of Merit at the 2019 ESAA National Specialty to BISS Am/Can GCH Set’r Ridge’s Officer And A Gentleman. Patton is owned by Melissa Newman and Carole Jensen. As always, I am grateful to Melissa for sharing this handsome boy with me.” - Carole Jensen

Brayden finished his Championship with five Specialty or Specialty weekend Majors. Ch Set’r Ridge’s Blessed Assurance by Ch Set’r Ridge’s Gold In Platinum x Ch Set’r Ridge’s Believe In Your Dreams. Bred and Owned by Melissa Newman

Christy Marley and Tabitha taking home a Canadian championship in short order. GCh CH Bull Mtn Set’r Ridge’s Eternity - Norman Day

Melissa and Lisa showing off Tabitha’s ribbons. - Norman Day

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Stetson finished JHA this year and his Championship. He is working towards his Senior hunter, open obedience, agility, and possibly his Canadian championship. He is Ch Bull Mtns Set'r Ridge's Stetson JHA, CD, BN, RN. He is by Ch Set'r Ridge's Affirmed and GCHB Sagebrush Bull Mtns Obsession BN. He is owned by myself, Melissa Newman, and Rhonda Dillman. I am looking forward to many new adventures with this spectacular dog. - Anastasia Swarthout Tabitha and Tessa - Norman Day

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Tessa likes beer. -Norman Day

Tessa Set’r Ridge’s Benelux if Set-Point trying to get bird wings off the shelf in dog grooming room. - Louise Day

Gypsy and great granddaughter -- she is getting over being afraid of dogs. - Norman Day

Tessa digging for worms. - Norman Day

2019 National and Specialties: Comet, GCHB CH Stagedoor Mercury Comet Cyclone, and Lindsey Cook had a wonderful week at the ESAA National and Specialties. Earning Best in Maturity, thank you judge Sarah Loakes. Select at the National Specialty, thank you judge Anne Katona. Select at the Minnesota English Setter Club Specialty, thank you judge Virginia Murray and on the last day at the English Setter Club of Greater Denver he earned an AOM, thank you judge Jay Richardson. Comet is resting peacefully with all his ribbons. A special thanks to the committees and clubs whose hard work went into making these wonderful shows. - Tannley Goldberg

"Chet" MBISS BIS GCHS SET’R RIDGE’S EXCLUSIVELY GOLD. July 2007 - August 2019. Owned and dearly loved by Skip and Nancy Alexander and Melissa Newman.

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IN LOVING MEMORY

Set’r Ridge’s Remington of Tamarack in his urban element… and our new favorite computer wallpaper. - Aron & Alex Katz

Tazz, Eltin Someday's Razzmatazz, finished is Amateur Field Championship on May 4, 2019. - Amy Lutz

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THE SETTER is The Puget Sound English Setter Club Newsletter. Please send content / photos / brags / information by the 25th of each month to: awkatz.ext@gmail.com

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TREASURER’S REPORT

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IT’S TIME TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP!As we’re now in December, it’s time to renew your PSESC membership dues. There are two easy ways to renew your membership: (1) Pay online by going to pugetsoundenglishsetterclub.com/, scrolling down and clicking on PayPal OR (2) Fill out the PSESC membership renewal form (see last page) and mail along w/check for dues to: Skip Alexander

Membership Chair682 Placer Rd.Sunny Valley, OR 97497

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The Puget Sound English Setter Club (PSESC) is located in the Seattle area of Washington State. We are a group of devoted owners, breeders, exhibitors, trainers and fanciers of English Setters. Learn more at: pugetsoundenglishsetterclub.com2019 / 2020 Officers: Melissa Newman, President

Lisa Neilsen, Vice PresidentCarol Jensen, SecretaryTannley Goldberg, TreasurerSkip Alexander, MembershipBoard Members: Louise Day, Jessica Baker, Kathleen McVey

ABOUT US

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2019 ESAA National: Our dogs from the Pacific Northwest did a fantastic job of representing our region! (L to R): Lisa Nielson with Tux, Christy Marley with Tabitha, Norm Day with Spirit and Louise Day with Hayden, Sarah Loakes with Tamar, Julie Brimble with Jasper, Melissa Newman with Ashland, Nina Brown with Bachus, Joan Savage with Rider, Jessica Baker with Quinn, Tannley Goldberg with Comet and Carole Jensen with Patton. - Tannley Goldberg

UPCOMING EVENTS● January 11-13. The Seattle Kennel Club has moved to

January with the Puyallup Shows.● March. 3rd Weekend TBD. Bird Dog 101 2-day

Training in Wenatchee with Lisa Merki ($90) ● April 18-19. The PSESC is looking at having a Regional

Specialty at the Tacoma Dome with 2 All Breed shows. ● May 1. PSESC Hunt Test in Eastern Washington Near

Coulee Dam on Hwy 2. This Hunt Test precedes the Wenatchee KC’s four Hunt Tests.

● May 23-26. Our club tries to Support the Spokane Couer D’Alene shows.

● May 29-31 or July 10-12. Nosework Trail TBD @ Wenatchee KC Facility.

● June 19-21. Plan to support our partners the WVESC Specialties.

● Aug 1. We heard rumors that the English Setter Club of Calvary might be having a Regional Specialty that they asked us to support, check for news next newsletter.

Additional details can be found in the letter from the President with more calendar info coming next month.

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