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CATC Walk: Niles, May 6, 2012

Our First Airedale Walk...

We just recently joined the CATC so it was pretty exciting to find out that the next walk on May 6th was right here in Niles, one of the historic districts of Fremont.  Niles has a great creek trail with plenty of official off-leash areas and a pond for the swimming dogs. We also have an ample supply of ground squirrels that Rusty was happy to point out to the youngsters on the walk.

The walk started out with an on-leash meet-and-greet so the dogs could all introduce themselves and get comfortable in the crowd. Seems like some of them were old pals. This was new to Rusty as we usually catch up with his four legged pals one by one on the trail and they never look just like him. It was pretty impressive to see such a large group of Airedales. I didn't count but think it was close to fifteen. And yet I still had a runner ask me on his way past, "What breed is that?"

The regulars at the dog area are still talking about the fun of seeing so many of the same breed in one place. They mistook the first scout as Rusty and thought we were on our second lap until they saw the whole pack go past. There were reports of Airedales enjoying Main Street as well. It is a dog friendly downtown area too so let us know if you are in the area and we'll meet you on the creek.

It is just barely a three mile round trip from the parking area to the walking bridge. On a cooler day it is nice to go all the way to Isherwood but it gets a little toasty on that part of the creek in the midday sun. Airedales are clearly smart dogs because many of them were going from one shady tree to the next. My favorite part of the walk was resting at one of the picnic tables under a tree near Shinn Pond. It was especially nice to get some first hand advice from some more experienced 'dale fans on everything from Rusty's new favorite fish treat to shaping proper Airedale eyebrows. I am checking Rusty's paws much more carefully these days after hearing the perils of the foxtails in full bloom here these days.

Next time we'll be packing the walking pack, the camera, plenty of water, lunch and treats because it will be our turn to drive a bit. Thanks to all the people who drove quite a distance from all directions to enjoy the walk. We are looking forward to seeing you next time.

Teresa Hardy

"The Black and Tan Gang - on the prowl!"

Airedale Terrier Club of America Health Survey

Dear Airedale Owner,

Below is a link to a health survey organized and written by the ATCA Health Committee for the purpose of gathering data on the health of our beloved King of the Terriers. All Airedale owners are encouraged to participate. Owners need not be members of the CATC or ATCA - just Airedale owners. The more information the ATCA can gather regarding the health of the Airedale in the USA the better equipped the club will be to direct funding to health research benefitting our breed, hold focused health seminars, and address the potential future health problems in our dogs. Surveys such as this have been instrumental in helping other breed clubs and their health foundations prioritize funding and research dollars. In several breeds, the results of surveys, such as this one, have been the catalyst for funding significant research that has virtually eliminated specific diseases from certain breeds of dogs.

It is the hope of the ATCA Health Committee that all Airedale owners will take a few minutes and complete the survey for each of their dogs.

Sincerely,

Devon Allen

Member, ATCA Health Committee

https://www.research.net/s/ATCAUSA1