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The Newfoundland Club of
South Australia, Inc. (NCSA) is an affiliate club of Dogs SA (The South
Australian Canine Association, Inc). The aim of the Club is to act in the
best interests of the Newfoundland breed. Club activities include:
Breed Promotion
An important function of the Club is to be a
resource for prospective and new puppy owners through publications such
as the
Club's Breed Information Booklet and Puppy Parenting Handbook. These may be obtained by
contacting the Secretary, NCSA at
daraprani@senet.com.au. The Breed Information Booklet is available
at no cost to individuals interested in the breed. The Puppy Parenting
Handbook (a 54 page comprehensive handbook for Newfoundland puppy
owners) is $10 (not including postage)
NCSA representatives may
also be present at events such as Animal Expos and Vets & Pets in the
Park.
The Club does not give
breeder referrals. Contact Dogs SA on
www.dogssa.com.au or visit the
Newfoundland breed page on
www.dogzonline.com.au for breeder referrals.
Conformation Shows
The NCSA's inaugural Open Show was held in 1982 and Championship Show in
1983. Currently the Shows, if being held, are scheduled together in
July/August.
Community
Service
The Club has a Pet Therapy Officer who coordinates visits to nursing
homes, day care centres and a spinal rehabilitation unit.
Social Activities
For the past decade, the Club has held an annual Beach Day, usually in
April. Events include
best Newf beach wear & headwear, egg & spoon race, obedience knockout,
spaghetti relay, T-shirt exchange and various other activities. A barbecue
lunch usually follows. Other social activities may include periodic walks in Kuitpo Forest
or along the beach, grooming and obedience events and occasional
information sessions with visiting Newfoundland breeders or Judges.
Merchandise
The NCSA has had
a variety of Newf merchandise for many years and it is sent all over the
country. New items are constantly being added to the range so keep
checking this site! The sale of Newf merchandise has been a major
fundraiser and subsidises a range of Club activities including
welfare/research. All prices are in Australian dollars. Please email the
Secretary at
daraprani@senet.com.au to
order and include your postcode for freight costs.
Photo Gallery
This is your
Newf's chance to shine. Send your favourite photos along with a short
caption or story of not more than 50 words to the Secretary. The Photo
Gallery will be updated regularly so keep sending in those new shots!
If you would like your Newf to
feature as The Newf of the Month -
once again send in a photo and a description of the character, likes &
dislikes and endearing(?) habits of your Newf (150-200 words).
For enquiries re breed information, merchandise or membership please
contact the Secretary |
