Berner University 2009
Welcome to Berner University! Our educational conference this year is our first on the West Coast, so invite your friends and puppy owners to join us. We are pleased to present a faculty of experienced BMDCA members and distinguished guests teaching a wide array of classes.
Don't miss these two days of essential education!
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Please click HERE for the Berner University Class Schedule & Class descriptions
Please click HERE for the Berner University Faculty Biographies
See the 2009 Planning Book to access the form to sign up for Berner University Classes
Berner U - General Information
The Berner U registration fee is $40 per person; it permits you to attend two days of seminars and workshops and to receive a packet of educational materials.
The European-style Sieger Evaluation has an additional fee of $40.00 per dog. A respected Bernese Breeder Judge will evaluate over 30 different conformation characteristics. Every one will hear a verbal critique and participants will receive a written, signed record of the evaluation. Dogs must be 12 months old to participate. There is no fee to observe the evaluations and no need to register for this class unless you are requesting an evaluation - every one is welcome to come and participate in the conversation.
2009 Berner U Evening Programs
MONDAY, 7 - 9 PM
Pat Hastings, author of The "Puppy Puzzle", will do a 'hands on' demonstration on evaluating a litter and discuss structure.
TUESDAY, 7 - 9 PM *Breeder Symposium*
Subject: FORM & FUNCTION
Renowned author, dog handler and Westminster winner, Pat Trotter will present the portion of her 'Born to Win' seminar that focuses on canine structure and mechanics, locomotion and gait. Pat will also discuss the importance of understanding a breed's history and purpose in terms of form following function. Pat's presentation covers how to develop an eye for a dog and explores 'Type versus soundness'.
The *Breeder Symposium* is co-sponsored with the BMDCA Breeder Education Committee. NOTE: No fee will be charged to attend the *Breeder Symposium*.
Berner University Questions? Contact Linda Seaver, Berner University.
Email Linda.
Visit the BernerU website at http://www.berneru.org
ATTENTION: IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR NATIONAL SPECIALTY EXHIBITORS RE: DNA REQUIREMENT!
An AKC DNA profile number MUST be provided on the official entry form* for each Bernese Mountain Dog entered in any titling event at the National Specialty. AKC DNA kits can be obtained from the AKC Online Store at www.akc.org. STANDARD PROCESSING TIME IS 6-8 WEEKS AFTER RECEIPT SO DON'T DELAY!!!
Last modified: April 14, 2009.