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<p class=MsoNormal>Hi!<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal>I looked up some info on the NKC. Here is the
link. <a href="http://www.nationalkennelclub.com/">http://www.nationalkennelclub.com/</a>
It is a really hokey operation. They will register a dog without a
pedigree based on their “inspector” or a vet saying that it is a
specific breed. AKC does this for their recognized breeds (like a basset
hound) to compete in certain events, like Obedience (maybe Rally or Field
Trials too). NKC allows them to compete in all of their events. There
point system is VERY odd – and events are few. Also, check out
their breed standards. The basset hound description is partially taken
from BHCA but many of the other standards are three or four lines long.
There are also “mixed breeds” (Beagle Harrier) that are
recognized. Essentially, it is pay your $18 and we will send
you papers stating your dog is registered. Headquarters are in Blaine TN.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>Keep me posted on the progress with Jake and his
adjustment. Also, the vet visit. Here is some hookworm info
too. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><a
href="http://www.beaglesunlimited.com/beaglehealth_canineintestinalworms.htm">http://www.beaglesunlimited.com/beaglehealth_canineintestinalworms.htm</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.bigpawsonly.com/Hookworm-health.htm">http://www.bigpawsonly.com/Hookworm-health.htm</a>
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<p class=MsoNormal><a
href="http://www.merrimackvet.com/Tips%20Handouts/Dogs/Hookworm%20infection.pdf">http://www.merrimackvet.com/Tips%20Handouts/Dogs/Hookworm%20infection.pdf</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_hookworms.html">http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_hookworms.html</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal>I am SO glad you called today. I really enjoyed our
chat – even though we both had unexpected guests. It must be our
charming personalities. <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Brush Script MT"'>Sandi<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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