The Rip Van Wrinkler,
XXI, Issue 1, February 2017

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Sunshine. . .


AKC sends medallions for breeder/owner/handler champions.
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New Titles & Kudos:

Karen Christensen's Rip got his SGRC - Apu Richard Parker JC CA SGRC ORC. Rip top of this photo, then Rose, Tutu & Ian. Mom has ham.


Susan Marsicano's Fern became a BCOA Versatile Basenji Elite and got her MJG (Masters Jumpers Gold) title. She also played ASCA agility & got her GV-N title & needs a 5 point Q for her RV-O title. CH MACH Apu Painted Sand RA MXC MJG MXF T2B THD CL3 RS-N JS-O GV-N SC FCh SGRC ORC SOR CGC TDIA VBE.


Karen Christensen's Tutu is #3 NOTRA (oval racing) basenji & #5 NOTRA Lifetime (all breed)!


Susan Marsicano's Fiddle played ASCA & got all three of her Novice titles, with Firsts in each class. She also got some AKC Time2Beat Qs & some Masters FAST Qs. CH Apu Sweet Baby James RN CA AX AXJ XF RS-N JS-N GS-N ORC FCh GRC MVB.


The Stewart's Bolt achieved his Pack Dog & Novice Trick Dog titles - CH Meisterhaus Days of Thunder Dog Scout Td PD NTD.


The Stewart's Tempest got her Geo Dog Advanced title - GCH DC UCH Meisterhaus Neon Nights MC LCX SGRC JOR CGC ORC UP Tdx GEOA Dog Scout ITD THD LCM MVB.


Susan Marsicano's Liner ran undefeated both days and won the COBRA LGRA meets. His son, Rip, came in 2nd to his dad both days.


Malley Heinlein's Tiger Lily won another RAE leg.


Susan Marsicano's Scarlet got her OF title (AKC Open FAST), with a first place, and a first place in Jumpers in ASCA agility. FC Apu PiNache RN OA OAJ OF RS-N SC THD FCh SGRC2 SORC JOR CGC TDIA VBE.


Andrea Stone's Regan got her RA title - BIF GCHB DC FoPaw's Touch of Evil at Saorsa RA SC ATD AOM, and both Regan and her son Turkish are NEW Trick Dogs!


Jan McWilliams' Flynn earned a BOB at lure trial on Jan 14,

Our condolences to:

Karen Christensen on the passing of her sister, Jennifer Christensen Antunano, after a long battle with cancer. She passed on November 8th, at 8 pm.

Lottie Hotaling on the passing of her daughter-in-law, Trish Hotaling, who succumbed to Leukemia, at the age of 50. OBIT

Sally Wallis on the passing of Marvin, at home, in peace.

Dara Johnson on the passing of her husband, Gary.


Feel Better to:

Kathleen Romeo who was diagnosed with MS and also broke a humerus bone three places on 29 Oct.

"The Wrinkler was simply great as always. Thanks for an enjoyable read.


Chris Klein's awesome Valur became the very first ever Saluki MACH! GCH MACH, that is!


Linda Butterworth won BISS, owner handled all the way, with Leena!


Paul & Carol Mount's Zuri was Top Basenji at the AKC Agility Invitational - she's bred by Cindy Griswold.


Brenda Phillips' Nike got his NAP title and another Novice FAST leg. BISS BIF GCh DC Emerant Makindu Heez Got Game BN RN MC NAP CL1-F CL1-R FCh GRC SOR ORC CA RATO VBX.


Brenda Phillips' Zippie completed her UKC Championship and her Novice Barn Hunt title - UKC CH Makindu Sez You! RATN.


Lizabeth Nickless' Penny (Ch SunDiata Pennywhistle) had 6 puppies on Christmas Eve: two girls (brindle and red) and four boys (one red, three brindle).


Chris Maxka's Oboe (Ch SunDiata's Oboe) had 2 tri girls, 1 red girl, 2 red boys, born 9 Dec. Sire is GCh SunDiata's Winter Solstice Sun (Chui).


New Additions:

Donna & Dennis Hess added Tate to their family.
"Although we are still deeply grieving Gunner, Dennis and I decided to add another member to our family. I don't know why, I fell in love with Tate when I saw him on Laura Kirk's FB page when he was 5 weeks old. The time was not right, and shortly thereafter Gunner was diagnosed with cancer, so definitely the time was not right. About two weeks after Gunner left, I contacted Laura to see if she still had him.....I just could not get him out of my head..... but he had gone on to a new home. I decided to take my time to search for another dog. In an inexplicable twist of fate, Laura called a few days later and said he was available...his new owners had some health issues and could not keep him. Laura, a patient and dear friend, "lent" him to me and waited while I decided if he would stay......and yesterday was his formal homecoming!! I like to think Gunner knew I needed another handsome, smart boy in my life and sent him to me.

Tate is very smart, handsome and very focused, and he bonded to me instantly....he is most definitely MY dog. Thank you Laura for going this journey with me, I am sure Tate and I will have a long fun career together! - EloraDanan Twist of Fate"


Colleen & Bob Marsh adopted Gracie, and Fiddler loves her & her crate!


Frey Johnsson adopted tiny Zsa Zsa from the streets of NYC.


The Garveys added Garner Scout to their family.


The Marshalls adopted the beautiful Brady. See Feedback


In Memoriam, Page 3

(Affiliate Basenji Club of America, founded 1997)

Officers
President & BCOA Liaison...Susan Kamen Marsicano
Vice President...Lisa Osenni
Secretary.....Karen Christensen
Treasurer… Karen Sahulka

Board of Directors
Karen P. Christensen, Lotte Hotaling, Natalie Harner, Suzanne Schulz, Tamara E. Allen, Debby Mayer, & Officers of the Club

BCOA Rescue Contacts: Mary Silva & Michelle Voyek

Rip Van Wrinkler® Editors:

Editor in Chief: Susan Kamen Marsicano

Peon Editor in Chief: Tamara E. Allen

Copy Editor: Karen Sahulka

Collator in Chief: Jo Lunetta