Lone Star Bernese Mountain Dog Club Frequently Asked Questions - about the club

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Q: How do I get information about Bernese Mountain Dogs or about joining the club? A: Contact our membership chairperson by postal mail or e-mail, and ask for an information packet about the breed and the club. Beverly Hilmes 6403 Meadowcrest Lane Flower Mound, TX 75022-6340 (817) 430-2850 bernese4me@aol.com Q: Do you have a newsletter? A: Yes. It is called "The Waggin' Trail". Contact our newsletter editor for subscription information : Daphne Price 7832 Lancelot Road Frisco, TX 75034 (972) 335-1150 tasso824@comcast.net Q: Who do I contact for breeder referral information in Texas? A: Our breeder referral chairperson will be glad to send you an information packet. You can either write her or send her an e-mail : Renee Jacquier 21415 Bentgrass Court Katy, TX 77450 bmdpuppyinfo@aol.com Q: Who is the contact person for breed rescue? A: Fortunately, our area has had relatively few cases where breed rescue has been needed. However, several of our members are available to assist in identifying and placing rescue Berners. Rescue Chairperson: Susan Ablon 12013 Seagoville Rd. Balch Springs, TX 75180 (972) 286-0117 gwebara@juno.com Q: How do I get phone numbers or e-mail addresses? A: For the sake of our members security and privacy, we do not post some of their phone numbers or e-mail addresses on the web site. If you request a membership packet (see above), it will include a current membership roster so you can contact members for sponsorship. If you need phone numbers for other breed rescue contacts, call or e-mail Susan Ablon (above) and request the breed rescue contact phone number for your area. The home page has a link at the bottom to send e-mail to the club's webmaster. Q: Do I have to own a Bernese Mountain Dog (BMD) at this time to join the club? A: No. Membership is open to anyone sincerely interested in the breed, including former BMD owners and people considering becoming BMD owners in the future. Q: Do I have to compete with my dog in dog shows to join the club? A: No. Many of our members do show their dogs in conformation, obedience, agility or draft work, but you may join even if your dog is just a family pet. The club can be a great source of information on health issues and other matters pertaining to the breed - information you can use even if you do not show your dog.