AKC Judges
Judges Education Seminar

July 3, 2011
2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Cotton Tree Inn, (Best Western)
Mt Vernon, WA

Title: The Icelandic Sheepdog
Presenters: Breed Expert and FCI Judge Hans-Ake Sperne
& FCI Judge Drs. Wilma Roem
Parent Club Approved: Yes
Sponsoring Club: Icelandic Sheepdog Association of America (ISAA)

Held in conjunction with the National Specialty

In addition to the Judges Education Study Group, the specific Seminars that will be offered to judges and ISAA members are:

Breed Type Seminar - 7 Hours
Facilitator: Breed Expert and FCI Judge Hans-Ake Sperne
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Breed Specific Structure Seminar - 4 Hours
Facilitator: Breed Expert and FCI Judge Hans-Ake Sperne
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Maintenance of Genetic Variation in the Population of the ISD World Wide - 2 Hours
Facilitator: FCI Judge, Drs. Wilma Roem

Drs. Roem will begin with the genetic background of the breeds' population. Following that, she will discuss the history and
the current genetic situation. Further discussion will include explanations of the efforts of the Icelandic Sheepdog International
Cooperation (ISIC) to decrease the level of inbreeding and maintain genetic variation in the breed. Finally, participants will
discuss the future of the breed and the critical role breeders play as they have the responsibility to fight for the health of the
breed in the future.
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Coat Colors of the ISD and Their Genetic Background - 2 Hours
Facilitator: FCI Judge, Drs. Wilma Roem

The focus of this seminar is inheritance of coat colors in dogs, in general, with a focus on the colors we know in the ISD.
Can we predict the color of the puppies when we know the color of the parents and grand-parents? Drs. Roem will
present a scheme to help breeders assess the right color name for the puppy that will also be accurate when the pup
reaches maturity. The seminar will end with the "do’s and don'ts" of breeding special colors.

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Contact Information:   
Donna McDermott, ISAA Judges Ed. Chair
Email: eyjahunda@gmail.com
Skagit Valley Accomdations
Pet Friendly Hotel Options:

Best Western CottonTree Inn – 2300 Market Street, Mt Vernon  360-428-5678 www.bwcottontreeinn.com
We have reserved a block of rooms at a special rate of $94 + tax per night, per room at the above hotel. This special rate is available until June 16, 2011 or until
our block of rooms is sold out. Please mention Icelandic Sheepdog Association of America when making your reservations. There is a $25 refundable pet
deposit.
For  Mount Vernon Best Western Cotton Tree Inn Information      Click Here

Days Inn Mt Vernon – 2009 Riverside Drive, Mt Vernon  360-424-4141 www.daysinn.com

Quality Inn – 1900 Freeway Drive, Mt Vernon  360-428-7020 www.qualityinn.com

Tulip Inn – 2200 Freeway Drive, Mt Vernon  360-428-5969 www.tulipinn.net

Camping Options:

Skagit Valley Fairgrounds
Pre-paid RV Parking is usually available thru Bell Vernon Kennel Association. Details still being ironed out by the kennel club.

Bay View State Park (approx. 15 miles from fairgrounds)
The park has 46 tent spaces, 29 utility spaces, six cabins, two restrooms and six showers. Maximum site length is 50 feet (may have limited availability).
To reserve a campsite, call (888) CAMPOUT or (888) 226-7688.
www.parks.wa.gov/parks/?selectedpark=Bay%20View&subject=all