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24.01.2022 Good Afternoon Members, We've been given some good news this week from the Victorian State Government regarding the easing of lockdown restrictions. We know many of you are keen for our events to start up again, and they will as soon as they possibly can, though we are sure there will be limitations we need to adhere to. As we have members throughout metro Melbourne and regional Victoria, at the moment we are awaiting confirmation of easing from November 8th, as well as Dogs ...Victoria's Covidsafe Plan. We can only confirm at this stage that there will be no club events prior to November 14th. So please be patient with us as we will make announcements as soon as we are certain of what we will be able to do and when. In the meantime, please make sure your Membership is up to date for the 2020-2021 financial year so you are able to participate. You can email our Secretary via [email protected] . Please understand that as we may be limited on group numbers we will not be able to accommodate non-members, so being financial is essential. We will make further announcements once we have more information. Well done Victoria! You've done a great job. Let's keep it up! Best Regards, Sheridan BMDCV President

24.01.2022 Happy 90th Anniversary! Today Dogs Victoria celebrates 90 years of service to the canine community. We would like to thank our members for supporting us and helping us create a community that we are very proud of. #DVhistory #celebration

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23.01.2022 The World Of Bernese Mountain Dogs Book for 2017-2018-2019 Champion Section closes on May 1st 2020. Part of the book is dedicated to all Bernese Mountain Dog who have won an FCI (in our case Australian Champion) national title in those years. A photo and 3 generation pedigree will be required for each titled dog.... A copy of the Championship and the date it was processed needs to be included with the photo and pedigree. Date of birth, and owner/ breeder. There is a maximum of 21 Champions per country. Please advise as soon as possible to meet this deadline. Please email submissions to Shane Millard at: [email protected]

23.01.2022 Please see the below update for the Dog Lovers Show which was originally scheduled for the first weekend of May. The DLS has made the important and responsible decision to postpone the show by approximately 7 months in light of recent government restrictions and advice. The BMDCV is very pleased with this decision and applaud the DLS for making the call on this. We hope as a club we are able to attend in November, but this is subject to the ongoing worldwide Covid-19 issue and other factors such as warmer weather at that particular time of year. The BMDCV does have some small events scheduled over the coming months and we will advise in due course if each event will be going ahead. At this stage our walk for next weekend will proceed as scheduled.

23.01.2022 Some top tips to avoid getting scammed!

22.01.2022 MEMBER UPDATE It has been a difficult year for all of us and that includes the normal day to day running of a breed club where a lot of work happens behind the scenes. Updates below regarding club events:... * AGM: Consumer Affairs have kindly granted us an extension to hold this. As soon as we are able a minimum 21 days notice will be advised to all current financial members for this. Date and venue TBA. * ALL MEMBER EVENTS - incl. Members Walks, Xmas Party, Shows, etc. Any events we run are subject to Dogs Victoria and our Insurance Plan. We are currently awaiting the state government's approval of Dogs Victoria's CovidSafe Plan. Once this is approved and advised to Breed Clubs we can look at organising club events (which may be limited in numbers). Please also keep in mind that as we approach the warmer months these events will also be subject to weather conditions. We will of course endeavour to do the best we can once we have the correct information and go ahead to do so. Thanks for your patience! We look forward to catching up with you all soon. - BMDCV Committee

22.01.2022 IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION Dear Members, ... With Covid-19 restrictions easing in Victoria we are looking to organise events once again that our members can enjoy and these will be communicated in the coming days. I would like to take this moment to remind all members that these events will be accessible to current financial members only whom are covered by our affiliate insurance plan. For our upcoming events we will require strict RSVP, and the following information updated on your membership for legal purposes, and so we can contact you if required: * Full names of all members attending including: - Phone number - Address - Email - In the case of minors only names and parent contact information will be required Our events will be coordinated under the guidelines of the State Government and Dogs Victoria so will currently be limited to 20 people (including committee members), and all social distancing measures will be in place with all attendees expected to comply. It should go without saying that you should not attend our events if you are feeling unwell or displaying any Covid-19 or flu-like symptoms. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate members of the public or visitors at this time until otherwise advised. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this as our obligation is currently to our members. Upcoming event information will be provided to members directly via email and in our Members Forum. Looking forward to catching up, BMDCV Commitee

22.01.2022 This weekend was meant to be the BERNESE FRIENDS WORLDWIDE WALK Please comments below with a picture of you walking your Bernese this weekend and where you walked! ... * Photo courtesy of Sue Murray from our walk in Melbourne last year that attracted over 110 Bernese! We'll be back even bigger next year I'm sure.

21.01.2022 If you are interested in joining the BMDCV, new membership forms valid from 1st July 2020 to 30th June 2021 have been uploaded to our website: https://bmdcv.com.au/ For renewing members, you would have been emailed a renewal form and special discount code in the last fortnight. A reminder that our events are currently limited to 10 participants until Covid-19 restrictions are eased. Therefore we cannot accommodate members of the public at this time and appreciate your understanding.

20.01.2022 Important Upcoming Dates Saturday 7th December - Club Xmas Party - Please understand this is for current financial members ONLY (details will be sent in the next club newsletter)... Sunday 8th December - Big Day Out For Dogs - Everyone welcome! (Event link below) Mark your calendars! https://www.facebook.com/events/752663265190372/?ti=as

20.01.2022 The Member e-News was sent today with October Walk details to all current financial members. If you believe you are a current member for this financial year and have NOT received your e-News, please first check your junk mail, and if not there please contact our Secretary at [email protected] to confirm your membership. Thank you, and hope to see you all there! :)

19.01.2022 A good time to purchase the pics you have been meaning to from our previous specialties! Then we can all reminisce together on June 7th - which would have been our 20th anniverary show.

19.01.2022 If any of our members are affected by the East Gippsland fires (or any others that may come to pass) please feel free to contact any member of committee or via this page as we may be able to assist, for example: with temporary accommodation for your Bernese if required. Our thoughts are with everyone who may be affected by the extreme weather conditions and we hope this fire season is over quickly and safely. Thanks to all workers and volunteers who work so tirelessly in these conditions.

19.01.2022 A good resource. Shared from Dogs Tasmania Fb page. ***Identifying Registered Breeders***... Due to the increase in the number of people falsely claiming to be ANKC Ltd Registered Breeders, we have added a new facility to our web site, to check if a breeder is a registered ANKC breeder, inquirers simply enter the breeder's prefix or membership number and tick search. Scroll down & youll see the Registered Breeder Check - you can enter either a Prefix or Membership number. http://ankc.org.au/Home

18.01.2022 Wonderful event. Everyone welcome! Our Christmas Photobooth will be back. See you then!

17.01.2022 Just confirming to all our members that per the State Government of Victoria, as of 11:59pm Wednesday 8th July, there will be no club activities for at least 6 weeks until otherwise advised. We will keep an eye on how everything progresses within Victoria and keep you informed. Please stay safe and follow all directives. We wish you and your families all the best. Thank you for your understanding at this time.... - BMDCV Committee

17.01.2022 FINDING A REPUTABLE BREEDER If you are looking to add a puppy to your family, you want to ensure that it has been raised in a loving and knowledgeable environme...nt by a breeder who cares about the puppy’s long-term welfare and not just a quick sale. Dogs Victoria suggests that you look for: A Breeder who is knowledgeable someone who has dedicated hours to learning about their breed and who is happy to share their knowledge with you. A Breeder who wants to make sure that you can provide the right home for one of their puppies and that you understand the exercise, training, grooming and care needs of both the puppy and adult dog. A Breeder who is aware of the health issues affecting their breed and who undertakes all necessary health testing and screening prior to selecting their breeding stock A Breeder who provides ongoing support and advice A Breeder who works hard to make sure that all of the puppies in their litters have the best chances of success in life by providing them with learning opportunities and positive experiences from the time they are born. Choosing the right breeder can influence your entire experience of owning a dog. Dogs Victoria Registered Breeders agree to abide by Dogs Victoria’s Code of Ethics, Rules and Regulations as well as meeting or exceeding all other requirements under Victorian State Legislation.

16.01.2022 Reminder for our Veterans and New Champs! Closing this Friday 15th May 2020.

16.01.2022 IMPORTANT NOTICE - MEMBER EVENT CANCELLATIONS Dear Members,... I hope you are all well and coping with our current, stressful times. With the Covid-19 pandemic gripping the nation, a leisurely stroll with our beloved Bernese is exactly what is needed - however per the information below sent from our Governing Body, Dogs Victoria, we have been advised to cancel all upcoming events of large gatherings until we receive further advice in April. Sadly our walk scheduled for this coming Saturday in Mt Evelyn is definitely cancelled, however we will hopefully reschedule this for a later date as it is a lovely venue and walk. We apologise for the late notice. As many would have seen on our Facebook page the Dog Lovers Show in May has been moved to November. Our events for April onwards will all be advised either by email and/or social media if they are going ahead or changed. We encourage you in the meantime to interact on the BMDCV Members Forum - show us what you've been getting up to with your gorgeous dogs! Go for a walk somewhere you feel safe in a large, open space and post pics of your adventures. In stressful times like these we should reach out where we can and we encourage you to do so with each other or the members of the committee. Please follow all government and health department directives, but make sure you are practicing self care and taking time for yourself, your loved ones, and your pets. Hopefully with the current measures being put in place we can all work together as a nation to stop the spread of this disease and get back to our normal routines as soon as possible. My details are below if you would like to reach out to me, and all other committee members contact details were listed in our last newsletter. Thanks Lynney for doing such a great job by the way! Hopefully we will all see each other again very soon. Best Regards, Sheridan Holmes BMDCV President 0419 113 229 [email protected]

16.01.2022 "If it sounds too good to be true... it probably is." https://www.abc.net.au//coronavirus-puppy-scams-o/12261994

16.01.2022 All members, participants, show exhibitors, etc. please read the below statement and check out the relevant links posted by Dogs Victoria:

16.01.2022 VETERANS AND NEW CHAMPION INVITATION Each year the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Victoria celebrate our wonderful Senior Berners at our Championship Show with a parade and presentation of a rosette. The Club also acknowledge the achievements of our show and performance Bernese with the presentation of a sash. This year with our Specialty sadly cancelled we are excited to announce that we will be publishing the Veterans Parade and New Champs in a special edition of the BE...RNER NEWS on Sunday 7th of June as would have happened at the show. The Veterans will also feature in a photo album on this page. We would love to get the highest number of parade participants ever! * Veterans: The Vet Parade is open to both club members and non-members. There is no cost to current financial members (July 1st 2019 - June 30th 2020), and the small cost of $10 for non-members. Bernese aged 7 years and older by June 7th 2020 are classed as a veteran Bernese aged 10 years and older by June 7th 2020 are grand veterans Please send a photo and your Berners story to Lynney's email only. The document in word and a .jpg photo separately (ie: not pasted in the word doc.) * New Champions: The Club would like to acknowledge the achievements of BMDCV members' dogs awarded a title recognized by the ANKC. Please send a photo of your champion together with a copy of the title. How to enter: Please send to Lynney no later than Friday 15th May 2020. The earlier the better! Late requests will not be accepted due to the lead time required for ordering sashes. Contact Lynney 0401212627 or [email protected] Payment method for non-members: Please include your name/veterans and amount paid. NAB BSB: 083-758 Account Number: 86696-5487 All sashes and rosettes will be mailed to recipients so please provide all your contact details to Lynney including current address. We are so excited to celebrate with you all! * Photo from last year's Veterans Parade courtesy of Berner Tragics.

16.01.2022 It's time to celebrate! Today should have been our 20th Anniversary Specialty Show, and whilst we can't be together in person, we are proud to present our Veterans for this year. Thank you to all our wonderful Members and friends for submitting your gorgeous Berners to be included in our 2020 Veterans Parade! And huge thanks to Lynney for putting this all together.... Please enjoy. We hope to see you next year. <3 (Members will also receive the full newsletter via email later today.)

15.01.2022 The BMDCV were very pleased to welcome Dogs Victoria's new Chief Executive, Matthew Monaghan to our Christmas Photo Booth at their recent Big Day Out For Dogs event. Matthew hasn't been in the role very long and we wish him all the best in the position and look forward to the year ahead. Matthew is pictured here in the first pic with Bernese ambassadors Ruby, Ivy and young Maddison.

14.01.2022 See previous post

14.01.2022 IT'S VETERAN DAY ...Watch this space!IT'S VETERAN DAY ...Watch this space!

10.01.2022 Xmas photos are starting to go up on the "Berner Tragics" Facebook Page. Thanks everyone in advance for your patience. :) https://www.facebook.com/bmd.victoria

10.01.2022 REMINDER Important upcoming dates for members: * Sun Oct 27th - THIS COMING SUNDAY - Club walk (email [email protected] if you are a current member and have not received your e-News with this event info). Members only.... * Sat Dec 7th - Club Xmas Party. Members only. * Sun Dec 8th - Big Day Out For Dogs, KCC Park (PUBLIC EVENT - event link in comments)

10.01.2022 SHOW NEWS The BMDCV are pleased to announce the judge for our upcoming Specialty Championship Show this year is Mary Alice Eschweiler from the USA. Our show will be held on Sunday 7th June 2020 indoors at KCC Park in Skye. Did you know this is our 20th Anniversary show? We are planning a huge event and the schedule will be released shortly so you may enter. If you wish to sponsor or support this show in any way please contact us ASAP.

07.01.2022 XMAS PHOTOS All photos from our Christmas Photobooth this weekend will be posted at our wonderful friend Sue's page: https://www.facebook.com/bmd.victoria... Thanks everyone who attended and helped at our events. As soon as Sue has the time the photos will be posted ASAP. Thanks for your patience. :)

07.01.2022 We'll be back with our breed stand and Christmas photobooth bigger and better next year! Everyone please stay safe and well and have a great holiday break. - BMDCV Committee

05.01.2022 Mark your calendars and make sure you come and visit us at the Dog Lovers Show! :)

05.01.2022 Our final numbers for our 2020 Veterans Parade are in! This year we have broken our entry record. We have:... * 12 Grand Veterans, * 26 Veterans, * For a total of 38 Veterans! They will range in age from 7 years to 12 years & 9.5 months! For members who have participated, please keep an eye on your mailbox in June for your rosette. For all members, please keep an eye on your email inboxes on June 7th for your special Berner News. And for everyone, watch this space for our Virtual Parade! Thanks to all who are participating, and huge thanks to Lynney for organising everything. See you all on June 7th! Sheridan Holmes BMDCV President

05.01.2022 Timely reminder to do your research when looking for a pup.

05.01.2022 Merry Christmas from the BMDCV! We hope you all get a lovely break and have a safe and Happy New Year. ... Our next walk is scheduled for December 29th but with the forecast looking a bit too hot at this stage for delicate paws we will announce by December 27th if this walk will be rescheduled or cancelled. All members should turn to here, our Members Forum, or emails from our Secretary. Some tips below from Dogs Victoria for the hot weather: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3044274672268427&id=143152632380660

04.01.2022 A reminder to our Club Members that the Club Xmas Party is just around the corner! Please note that this is for current (01/07/19-30/06/20) financial members only to avoid disappointment (Membership Forms are available at www.bmdcv.com.au). This is a chance for all our members to relax and enjoy the company of each other and their dogs with food and games galore. For any members of the public who wish to meet us and our beautiful dogs, the Dogs Victoria "Big Day out For Dogs" is the best event for this and is running on the following day and we will be in attendance with dogs and flyers and our famous Christmas Photo Booth. The link for this event is pinned to the top of this page.

04.01.2022 ATTENTION MEMBERS Due to unforeseen circumstances we require a few extra volunteers for this Sunday at the Big Day out for Dogs at KCC Park. You don't even need to bring a dog. :) Please message this page if you are a current member and can assist. Thank you!

04.01.2022 Understandably Melbourne Royal Show for this year has been cancelled. Whilst this is disappointing we fully support the RASV in making this responsible decision for all exhibitors and attendees. Stay safe and well everyone!... Sheridan Holmes BMDCV President

03.01.2022 Whatever code you follow... Whichever team you support... Or maybe you can't decide? We hope you're having a great weekend watching your game of choice like our club members dogs are below! ... **Most of the dogs pictured are Bernese, but there are two other breeds! Do you know what breeds they are?** #BMDCV #bernesemountaindog #BerneseMountainDogClubOfVictoria

03.01.2022 ** Puppy Enquiries and Covid-19 ** Hello Bernese fanciers!... We are certainly in unprecedented times at the moment, and hope you are all safe and well. Like many other dog and cat breeders and animal rescue organisations, Bernese breeders are currently finding themselves quite overwhelmed with puppy enquiries at the moment. Whilst we certainly appreciate your interest in the breed, we hope you understand that the wait for a thoughtfully bred, purebred pup may be longer than normal in the current circumstances. It is impossible for us to meet new potential buyers at the moment. We cannot have guests in our homes, we cannot meet at a dog show or sporting event, and all Dogs Victoria and BMDCV activities are cancelled in line with government and Dogs Victoria instructions. Some breeders may have put breeding plans on hold completely. Some breeders had their eye on using a stud dog interstate, or even overseas. Some breeders are concerned about vet availability and opportunities to socialise pending puppies. After all, we all try to do our best by the breed and for our own breeding programs, which ultimately you, the buyers, benefit from. With that in mind, we hope you understand if the breeders on our Breeders List may not get back to you for some time, or at all, with enquiries flooding our phones and inboxes all day at the moment. I would encourage you to follow up any enquiries in approximately 6 months or so. Normally we would advise the wait for a Bernese puppy may be 6-12 months or more once you are in regular contact with a breeder, but at the moment that timeframe could be indefinitely extended, depending on how our country, and the world, deals with the pandemic it currently faces. We do understand that many of you, like many of us, may be able to work from home now, and believe you have the time to devote to a new family member, but a Bernese puppy may sadly just not be available at this time. Many of our breeders are also essential workers in areas such as health, and are already putting themselves at risk every day. We encourage you to use this time of social distancing to research the breed/s you are interested in, and when we're able to talk to you, you should have questions ready about what you would like to know about the breed and our plans, but please know that we are as heartbroken as you are that our puppy dreams may not come true for quite some time. Please take care this Easter. We wish you all the best, and safety and happiness for you and your families. Sheridan Holmes BMDCV President

02.01.2022 ATTENTION BMDCV MEMBERS, VETERANS PARADE ATTENDEES, BERNESE EXHIBITORS, AND FANCIERS Our Specialty Championship Show scheduled for Sunday 7th June has now been postponed due to current government advice and travel bans. Our Specialist judge Mary Alice Eschweiler from the US is still very keen to judge our show and will be recontracted for a future date TBD. We still hope to hold the show this calender year and will keep you all updated as information is received. The BMDCV Co...mmittee sincerely apologises for any inconvenience, but we are sure you all understand this decision in the current climate, and will be back to support us once this is rescheduled. Any queries can be directed to [email protected] . Thanks for your understanding. * PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE *

02.01.2022 CLUB MEMBERS MONTHLY WALK FEBRUARY GISBORNE Welcome to 2020! Where: Main Street, Gisborne John Aitken Reserve (opposite the Aquatic Centre) When: Sunday 16 February, meet at 10:15am for a 10:30am start... RSVP: Sharon 0417 941 609 A lovely stroll in the park in beautiful Gisborne led by Sharon and her dogs is in store for you next Sunday. This walk is approx. 2.6kms with a shorter walk available for puppies and older dogs. Lots of natural shelter from the sun, plenty of human toilets, picnic and bbq facilities available, close to dog-friendly cafes and a short drive to the local dog friendly winery! We hope you can join us for our first event of 2020! * Please note that this walk is for current financial members only, and is subject to weather conditions.

01.01.2022 MARCH MEMBERS WALK -- The Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail / Tha Trail Cafe, Mt Evelyn Please join us for our next club walk. When: Saturday March 21st at 10am (please get there early so we can start walking at 10am)... Where: The Trail Cafe, 1/4 Clancys Road, Mt Evelyn Come join us for a leisurely stroll up the Lilydale-Warburton Rail Trail! A trail loved by casual walkers, cyclists, and horse-riders alike, this beautiful treed walk shows the lovely forest sites hidden in local suburbia. We'll take a nice stroll up the trail and stop and take some photo opportunities. We will then head back to The Trail Cafe for coffee and brunch. Check them out here: https://www.facebook.com/thetrailcafe/ They looked after us so well last time and are so happy to welcome us back again! PLEASE NOTE: So we don't clog up the limited spaces in the cafe car park, it would be greatly appreciated if we could all please endeavour to park down the side streets where possible. When walking on the trail please stick to the left as this is a multi-use area. Please also be aware of not spooking any horses you may encounter along the trail. All dogs must be on a leash and under full control at all times. * Subject to change if we have inclement weather. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page for details NOT A MEMBER? Membership forms available at www.bmdcv.com.au - JOIN TODAY! #BerneseMountainDog #BerneseMountainDogsOfMelbourne #BernersOfMelbourne #YarraRanges #DogFriendly #DogFriendlyCafe The Trail Cafe

01.01.2022 See you there!!

01.01.2022 Rascal wants to remind everyone in metro Melbourne and Mitchell Shire how to properly wear your mask! : Erich Heppner #bernesemountaindogs... #bernerlove #MaskUp See more