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From the President: Winter 2024
Remembering Lena Amirian and supporting the Lena Amirian Memorial Spinone Health Fund.
2024 NAVHDA Invitational - Handler Notes
Another well-deserved congratulations to the Spinoni representing the breed at this year’s NAVHDA Invitational, and a look inside the training and testing process with member Jen Barkey.
SCOA Supports New Epilepsy Study
New Cambridge study needs both monetary and DNA sample contributions.
Member Spotlight: Teri Turner
An introduction to Teri Turner, longtime club member and breeder.
Reminder to submit Nationals Award Nominations
Submit nominations for awards at the National Specialty!
Board and Officer Nominees and Election Update
Please watch for the forthcoming opt-in request for upcoming Board elections.
Spinone Spectacular at the National Specialty!
Introducing the “Spinone Spectacular” at the 2025 National Specialty.
From the Board: Fall 2024
A seasonal message from the Board including upcoming and initiatives in progress.
A Recap of the 2024 National Specialty in Charlotte, NC
The event was jam-packed with fun activities, including informative seminars, health screenings, the annual meeting, wonderful vendors, and so much more.
Winners of the 2024 SCOA Awards
Congratulations to all the 2024 SCOA Award winners! Very well deserved.
Announcing the New Breeders’ Education Committee
Spinone Club of America’s announces the new Breeders’ Education Committee and shares its Form + Function presentation.
Our Winner from the 2024 Photo Contest and Calendar
Our annual Calendar Contest is complete! Don't forget to order your calendars to share the love for our Spinoni all of 2025.
Member Spotlight: Gayle West
In this edition of member spotlight, we learn more about Gayle West.
Results of the 2025 Judges Selection Vote
We are pleased to announce the results of the 2025 National and Parent Specialty judges selection.
A Record-Breaking NAVHDA Invitational
Congratulations to the two Spinone Versatile Champion award winners of the 2024 NAVHDA Invitational!
AKC Canine Breeder Excellence Virtual Seminars in October 2024
Members interested in breeding: join the AKC webinar series on canine reproduction.
2024 Spinone Only with the Northeast Spinone Club
Many of our Northeast-based club members connected for a weekend of Spinoni events and fun!
Rocky Mountain Region Spinone Concurrent Specialty
Results from the Spinone Club of America regional specialty in Greeley, CO with the Rocky Mountain Spinone Club.
CDC’s Dog Import Update
If you are someone who plans to import a dog into this country, these updates are of critical importance.