Lone Star Bernese Mountain Dog Club Frequently Asked Questions - about the club

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Q: How do I get information about Bernese Mountain Dogs or about joining the club? A: Contact our membership chairperson by e-mail, and ask for an information packet about the breed and the club. Wendi Meyer Garland, TX wmeyer@bgddallas.com Q: Do you have a newsletter? A: Yes. It is called "The Waggin' Trail". Contact our newsletter editor for subscription information : Daphne Price 7832 Lancelot Road Frisco, TX 75034 (972) 335-1150 tasso824@comcast.net Q: Who do I contact for breeder referral information in Texas? A: Our breeder referral chairperson will be glad to send you an information packet. You can contact her for a breeder referral information packet: Renee Jacquier 21415 Bentgrass Court Katy, TX 77450 (281) 398-4481 bmdpuppyinfo@aol.com Q: Who is the contact person for breed rescue? A: Fortunately, our area has had relatively few cases where breed rescue has been needed. However, several of our members are available to assist in identifying and placing rescue Berners. Lone Star BMD Rescue, Inc. Dawn Letry, President (817) 430-2469 (469) 323-2038 crystalcreek4@juno.com Q: How do I get phone numbers or e-mail addresses? A: For the sake of our members security and privacy, we do not post some of their phone numbers or e-mail addresses on the web site. If you request a membership packet (see above), it will include a current membership roster so you can contact members for sponsorship. If you need phone numbers for other breed rescue contacts, call or e-mail Dawn Letry (above) and request the breed rescue contact phone number for your area. The home page has a link at the bottom to send e-mail to the club's webmaster. Q: Do I have to own a Bernese Mountain Dog (BMD) at this time to join the club? A: No. Membership is open to anyone sincerely interested in the breed, including former BMD owners and people considering becoming BMD owners in the future. Q: Do I have to compete with my dog in dog shows to join the club? A: No. Many of our members do show their dogs in conformation, obedience, agility or draft work, but you may join even if your dog is just a family pet. The club can be a great source of information on health issues and other matters pertaining to the breed - information you can use even if you do not show your dog.