1. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club USA
CKCSC, USA
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club USA
Founded 1954
Save the Date!
Thursday, October 18
Through
Sunday, October 21
2012

2. 2012 CKCSC, USA National Specialty
... at the luxury Sheraton Hotel in Parsipanny, New Jersey
on the East Coast of the United States.

3. (Yes – that is the New York City skyline in the background!)
Easy to get to!
(Yes – that is the New York City skyline in the background!)
Located just 30 minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
At the junction of I-80 and I-287 in New Jersey

4. Shop until you drop!
Local shopping at the many beautiful malls, located just minutes from the hotel.

5. New York City nightlife is just a short drive away.
Catch a Broadway show – visit the sights.

6. For help with vacation plans, feel free to contact the show chairs.
Come early – stay late – enjoy the world-renowned fall foliage in nearby New England – Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine.
For help with vacation plans, feel free to contact the show chairs.

7. Conformation shows all day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Three days of Championship Cavalier shows, in the comfort of the hotel ballroom.
Conformation shows all day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

8. Watch Cavaliers in action – Obedience and Rally competitions will be held in the hotel ballroom each day, and Agility Trials will take place in a convenient indoor offsite facility.
Obedience/Rally Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday
Agility Thursday and Friday, two trials per day.

9. National Specialty Judge Kevan Berry Ricksbury Cavaliers, UK
Kevan and his partner Brian bought their first Cavalier as a pet in 1972.  Although a beautiful pet, she was not a show specimen. After some research, they approached Susan Burgess (Crisdig) for a foundation bitch.  Their Ricksbury line stems from this Ch. Crisdig Leading Seaman daughter. They have bred some outstanding Cavaliers over the years, winning many C.C.’s and Groups.
National Show – Saturday, October 20, 2012

10. Trudy Brown Albrecht Memorial Rally Judge Sylvie Desserne Vilfloriane Spaniels, France
Sylvie has always lived with and been dedicated to cats and dogs. She got her first show dog in 1974 – a boxer that she loved dearly. Then, in 1976, two Shi Tzu’s introduced her to the world of dog shows. She fell in love with an English Toy Spaniel during her first visit to the famed Crufts show in England. Cavaliers joined her kennel later. Sylvie is approved to judge many breeds, and we look forward to her being an integral part of our National Show Weekend.
Trudy Show – Friday, October 19, 2012

11. Elizabeth I. Spalding Memorial Show Judge Mary Grace Eubank Pinecrest Cavaliers, USA
Mary Grace and her husband, Ted, got their first Cavalier in 1990, which created an addiction to the breed that changed their lives. She remains dedicated to the breed and works constantly to support and improve the health and well being of these dogs.
Mary Grace is a retired children’s book illustrator and has had the opportunity to put the Cavalier images in many books including the first four BARNEY THE DINOSAUR publications. She always enjoyed taking her Cavaliers to the book signings – something that was equally enjoyed by the children who attended!
Aside from her more than 20 years as a breeder of many champions, Mary Grace served on the CKCSC National board from and is currently serving the board as the CMW representative through She has co-chaired over 20 CKCSC shows, as well as 10 Fun Matches at her home in Texas.
Spalding Show – Sunday, October 21, 2012

12. National Puppy Sweepstakes Judge Brenda Martz Brookhaven Cavaliers, USA
Brenda’s first encounter with a Cavalier was at a fun match in The following year, Brookhaven Cavaliers was born with the addition of a sweet Tricolor female, Luxxar Joyride. Together with her sister Paula, she has finished many CKCSC, USA champions, as well as having bred both CKCSC and AKC champions. Brenda continues to be active with Cavaliers of the South, and has served on many committees for the National club.
Puppy Sweeps – Thursday Evening, October 18, 2012

13. National Veterans Sweepstakes Judge Ted Eubank Pinecrest Cavaliers, USA
Ted and his wife Mary Grace have been breeders of Cavaliers since 1990, and they have produced approximately 90 AKC champions, and more than 40 CKCSC champions. Ted was breeder/owner/handler of the number one AKC Cavalier in both 2007 and His Cavaliers have been winners of National Specialties, Westminster breed competition, and Eukanuba group placements.
Veteran Sweeps – Thursday Evening, October 18, 2012

14. and People’s Choice Competition Friday Evening, October 19, 2012
New Event!
The top twenty Cavaliers, as well as the top three Cavaliers of each color (if not already in the top twenty), are invited to compete. The purpose of this event is to recognize those Cavaliers who best exemplify the breed. Competition will be judged by three “Mystery” judges, whose names will be kept secret until the evening of the event. At the same time, spectators can participate as “People’s Choice” ringside judges by filling in a ballot that will be provided. Winner of the People’s Choice Award will be announced at the Saturday evening banquet. This will be a night of celebration, including a gala party with food and drink, a Parade of Champions (both old and new) and Major Titled winners, and recognition of top ten Junior Handlers.
Top 20 Gala
and People’s Choice Competition
Friday Evening, October 19, 2012

15. The ABC’s of Dog Breeding Seminar by Claudia Orlandi
Getting her start in the dog fancy as a Junior Handler over 40 years ago, Claudia Waller Orlandi, Ph.D., has been a successful breeder of Basset Hounds for over two decades under the Topsfield prefix. Topsfield Bassets hold numerous Breed and All-Breed show records. Claudia's enthusiasm for breeding is matched only by her passion for teaching and working with other breeders.  Her ABC's of Dog Breeding Home Study Program is based on the enthusiastic response to her educational seminars on breeding and her belief that anyone can and should understand the practical rules of animal breeding and canine genetics in their quest to breed better, healthier dogs.
Seminar – All day Thursday, October 18, 2012

16. Health Clinics
Have your Cavalier examined by specialists in Canine Cardiology and Ophthalmology at a far lower price than you would incur for an office visit.

17. National Banquet and Live Auction
Come to the CKCSC, USA annual banquet in the hotel Saturday evening, featuring Register of Merit and President’s awards, as well as presentation of Top Twenty and People’s Choice awards.
Live auction of fabulous Cavalier items!
Bid on line if you can’t make it to the show.

18. Trophies and Special Prizes
Unique and unusual class prizes will be the norm for this special show weekend! Custom products based on the original artwork especially created by Lindsey Bittner Graham for this specialty will be given as class and major prizes.
Best American Bred and Best Bred by Exhibitor winners on Friday and Sunday only will receive a $500 cash prize.
And even if your Cavalier doesn’t win, drop your armband in the end-of-weekend drawing for a cash prize.
Saturday is Trophy Day! Every class winner throughout the day will be presented with a perpetual trophy. If your Cavalier is a class winner, his/her name can be engraved on the trophy to be preserved in perpetuity.

19. Fireside Chat With the Judges
On Sunday evening, everyone is invited to join the judges by the hotel’s fireplace and listen to a lively discussion and critique of the weekend’s winners.

20. When the Dog Show is Over ...
Unwind by taking a dip in the indoor pool, or sit poolside outdoors and soak up some Northeast autumn sun.

21. At the End of the Day ...
Rest assured that you can relax and sleep in the luxury of your hotel room.

22. For the Latest Information ...
... on the CKCSC, USA National Specialty, keep checking the club website for updates at
Or contact show chairs:
Anne Eckersley (203)
Jaime Redniss (203)