2023 National Specialty

Show Chairs: Kimberley A. Horn Janek and Barbara Danieli

Show Secretary: Kimberley A. Horn Janek. E-mail: national@borzoiclubofamerica.org

Facility Coordinator: Elizabeth (Betsy) Tolley

Chief Ring Steward: Barbara Danieli

Catalog Advertising: Helen Lee

Catalog Memorial Page: Sandra Moore-Doby

CGC/CGCA: Patti W. Neale

Companion/Costume Parade: "Creatures of the Beach and Sea" - Time to be announced, Friday afternoon after judging is completed

Field Events Coordinator: Victoria Cassano

• LGRA Meet: Renee McCartin
• LGRA Race Secretary: Renee McCartin
• ASFA & AKC Trial Chair: Amy Sikula
• ASFA &AKC Lure Trial Secretary: Audrey Silverstein

Futurity Event Chair: Cindi Gredys

Grounds: Kay Novotny

Health Seminar: Prudence Hlatky

Hospitality: Rhonda Robins

Judges Education: Patti Neale

Member Education: Prudence Hlatky

Obedience and Rally: Dean Eelman, Melissa Eelman

Pee Wee and Toddler Classes: Kari McCloskey. Bring "Release of Liability" form to Specialty or email to Kari

Photographer - Show and Field Events: Steve Surfman

Photographer - Candids: Steve Surfman

Power Paws Tabulator: Kimberley A. Horn Janek

Reserved Grooming/Crating: Olivia Abernathy

RV Parking: Available at the Founders Inn for the 2023 National Specialty. Contact Prudence Hlatky

Silent Auction: Caryl Dumaine and Kelley Frary

Specialty Logo Design: Rhonda Robins

Specialty Sales: Shirley McFadden

Triathlon Tabulator: Kimberley A. Horn Janek

Trophy Chairman: Joyce Law

Vendors: Corissa Fanning and Laurie Courtney

Veterinarian On Call/Emergencies: Bay Beach Veterinary Emergency Hospital, 2475 Nimmo Parkway, Unit 101, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456, 757-427-3214

Official Judging Schedule - DOWNLOAD HERE

Saturday, April 22, 2023

• 6:30 a.m. EDT until completion – ASFA Lure Trial (17) – LaQuest Whippet Heaven, 2867 Carsley Road, Dendron, VA 23839
• Roll Call and Inspection 7:30 a.m. EDT

Sunday, April 23, 2023

• 6:30 a.m. EDT until completion – AKC Lure Trial (36) – LaQuest Whippet Heaven, 2867 Carsley Road, Dendron, VA 23839
• Roll Call and Inspection 7:30 a.m. EDT – Judges: Julie Cramer and Beverly Griffiths

Monday, April 24, 2023

• 6:30 a.m. EDT until completion – LGRA Race Meet (17) – LaQuest Whippet Heaven, 2867 Carsley Road, Dendron, VA 23839
• Roll Call and Inspection 7:30 a.m. EDT
• Potomac Valley Regional Specialty at The Founders Inn with obedience and rally pointers and tips after the regional specialty i time allows.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

• Obedience Trial Classes (15 Entrants) – Judge: Russell Hornfisher
• 9:00 a.m. – (2) Novice B - 0302–0303
• 9:15 a.m. – (2) Novice A - 0300–0302
• 9:30 a.m. – (8) Beginner Novice B - 0307–0314
• 10:15 a.m. – (3) Beginner Novice A - 0304–0306


• Rally Trial Classes (18 Entrants) – Judge: Russell Hornfisher
• 10:30 a.m. – (1) Rally Excellent A - R414
• 10:40 a.m. – (2) Rally Advanced B - R414–R415
• 11:00 a.m. – (7) Rally Intermediate - R406, R408–R413
• 11:25 a.m. – (6) Rally Novice B - R402–R407
• 11:25 a.m. – (2) Rally Novice A - R400–R401
• 1:00 p.m. Futurity Classes – Judge Ms. Karen (Cricket) Murray
• (10) 6-9 Puppy Dogs; (1) 9-12 Puppy Dogs; (12) 12-15 Junior Dogs; (5) 15-18 Senior Dogs; (2) 18-21 Senior Dogs; (2) 21-24 Senior Dogs
• 3:00 p.m. – 2022 Specialty Opening Reception – Cash Bar. Judging resumes following reception
• 4:30 p.m. – (5) 6-9 Puppy Bitches; (9) 9-12 Puppy Bitches; (6) 12-15 Senior Bitches; (4) 15-18 Senior Bitches; (1) 21-24 Senior Bitches; (1) Stud Dog; (5) Brood Bitch

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

• 8:00 a.m. – Puppy Sweepstakes Classes (38 Entrants) – Judge: Roy Silguero
• (7) 6-9 Puppy Dogs; (1) 9-12 Puppy Dogs; (4) 12-15 Junior Dogs; (4) 15-18 Junior Dogs
• (3) 6-9 Puppy Bitches; (9) 9-12 Puppy Bitches; (7) 12-15 Junior Bitches; (3) 15-18 Junior Bitches; Best in Sweeps


• 11:00 a.m. – Veteran Sweepstakes Classes (20) – Judge: Roy Silguero
• (1) 10+ Yrs. Veteran Dogs; (1) 9–10 Yrs Veteran Dog; (2) 8–9 Yrs Veteran Dogs; (2) 7-8 Yrs Veteran Dogs;
• (5) 10+ Yrs. Veteran Bitches; (2) 9–10 Yrs. Veteran Bitches; (4) 8-9 Yrs. Veteran Bitches; (3) 7-8 Yrs. Veteran Bitches; Best in Sweeps



1:00 pm - Triathlon Conformation Judging (12) – Judge: Roy Silguero

• 2:00 p.m. – Dual Champion Stakes (13 Entrants) (Judge To Be Announced)
• (1) 10+ Yrs. DCh Dog; (2) 7 Yrs. & under 10 Yrs. DCh Dog; (2) 4 Yrs. & Under 7 Yrs. DCh Dogs
• (2) 10+ Yrs. DCh Bitches; (3) 7 Yrs. & Under 10 Yrs. DCh Bitch; (2) 4 Yrs. & Under 7 Yrs. DCh Bitches; (1) 1 Yr. & Under 4 Yrs. DCh Bitch
• 12:00 p.m–4:00 p.m – Silent Auction
• 12:30–5:00 p.m. – Eye Exams OFF-SITE by appointment only at The Animal Vision Center of Virginia
• 3:15 p.m. – CGC / CGCA Testing; Evaluator: Patti Widick Neale
• 6:30 p.m. – Health Seminar – Dr. Darin Collins, DVM, CEO ofthe AKC Canine Health Foundation at the Thomas Jefferson Amphitheater: Canine Research and the BCOA Initiatives in the Area of Heart Health and Cardiac Disease

Thursday, April 27, 2023

• 9:00 a.m. – Altered Class (6) – Judge: Robin Casey
• 9:30 a.m. – Stud Dog Class (2) and Brood Bitch Class (5) – Judge Robin Casey
• 10:15 a.m. – Brace Class (3 Brace Units) – Judge Robin Casey
• Specialty Judging – Judge Barbara E. Ewing (153 entries)
• 10:30 a.m. – Specialty Dog Classes (45 Entrants) – (8) Puppy Dogs 6-9 Months; (2) Puppy Dogs 9-12 Months; (9) 12-18 Months Dogs; (4) Amateur Owner Handler Dogs; (3) Bred By Exhibitor Adult Dogs, 12 months and over; (8) American Bred Dogs; (7) Open Dogs; Winners Dog / Reserve Winners Dog
• Following Reserve Winners Dog – Veteran Dogs (4 Entrants) – (2) Veteran Dogs 7- under 9 Years; (2) Veteran Dogs 9 Years & Over
• Lunch at Judge's Discretion
• 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Silent Auction
• 3:00 p.m. – Member/Fancier Education – Sheila Goffe, VP of AKC Government Relations "Preserving Our Rights To Own, Breed and Exhibit Borzoi" Followed by Patti Widick Neale, Chair of BCOA Judge's Education – "The BCOA Judges' Education PowerPoint Lecture"
• 6:00 p.m. – Annual Member Buffet Dinner with Cash Bar
• 7:30 p.m. – Annual Membership Meeting

Friday, April 28, 2023

• 9:00 a.m. – Specialty Show – Bitch Classes (56) – Judge: Barbara E. Ewing
• (2) Puppy Bitches 6-9 Months; (8) Puppy Bitches 9-12 Months;(8) 12-18 Months Bitches; (1) Amateur Owner Handler Bitch; (3) Bred By Exhibitor Puppy Bitches, 6 to 12 months; (10) Bred By Exhibitor Adult Bitches, 12 months and over; (8) American Bred Bitches; (4) Open Bitches; Winners Bitch / Reserve Winners Bitch
• Following Reserve Winners Bitch – Veteran Bitches (12 Entrants) (5) Veteran Bitches 7- under 9 Years; (7) Veteran Bitches 9 Years & Over
• Lunch at Judge's Discretion
• 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Silent Auction – Closes at 4:00 p.m.
• 4:00 p.m. – Companion/ Costume Parade – Ballroom – "Creatures of the Beach and Sea"
• Beach Party with DJ - Cash Bar; Snacks; Live Auction

Saturday, April 29, 2023

• 8:30 a.m. – Specialty Show – Best of Breed Begins (52) – Judge: Barbara E. Ewing – Best of Breed – Dogs (27)
• 10:00 a.m. – Junior Showmanship Classes (3 Entrants) – Judge: Dr. Krista V Hunt, DVM – (1) Novice - All Ages; (2) Open - All Ages; Best Junior Handler; Reserve Best Junior Handler; Presentation of the Rachel Hunt Memorial Foundation Scholarship
• 10:30 a.m. – Best of Breed Continues – Best of Breed Bitches (25); Best of Breed, Best Of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex, Select Dog, Select Bitch, Awards of Merit, AKC National Owner-Handler Series Competition, Best Puppy, Best Bred By Exhibitor, Best Veteran
• Lunch at Judge's Discretion
• 6:00 p.m. – Cocktails – Cash Bar
• 6:30 p.m. – Annual Awards Banquet

The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Single Queen $139 plus taxes per room, per night equates to $162 inclusive per room, per night. Two Queens $159 plus taxes per room, per night equates to $185 inclusive per room, per night. All room types based on availability at the time of reservation.

Dog policy - $50 non-refundable pet fee. Maximum four dogs per room. Welcome letter to be signed at check-in with hotel dog policies.

Each reservation will be charged one night's room and tax at the time of reservation and within 48 hours you will receive a confirmation number. Cutoff date is 3.20.23.

Maximum two rooms per household.

All reservations will be charged for all remaining nights of their reservation on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. The credit card on file must have adequate funds and an updated expiration date.

Reservation cancellation refunds will occur up until Monday, March 20, 2023. There will be no refunds after this time including any reservation modifications. There will be no refunds for early departures.

Reservations for the National Specialty can be made through the Booking Link

Flowering Almond Spa - Using time-honored rejuvenation and relaxation techniques, the Flowering Almond Spa specializes in massage and facial treatments and manicure and pedicure services. Spa guests may also access the fitness center, indoor pool, and hot tub.
Reservations & Information: 757-366-5790 • faspa@foundersinn.com

The closest airport is Norfolk International. The Founders Inn does have a shuttle available for a nominal fee. It must be pre-scheduled with the hotel.

Please plan on staying at the host hotel. It is vitally important that our room block gets filled. Additional hotel costs to our club are contingent on filling up the block.

RV parking is available at the Founders Inn for the 2023 National Specialty. Details will be provided at a future date.

Hotel Reservation Desk: 757-424-5511

Group Code: BCANS

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