Regarding the EHV-1 outbreak in the western states: we are currently monitoring the situation of the outbreak by following updates posted by Pioneer Equine Hospital (Oakdale, CA) and as of today, we are still moving forward with our show in June. Per Pioneer Equine Hospital, “currently there is no evidence of EHV-1 disease spread outside the cutting horses who participated in Ogden, UT” (National Cutting Horse Association Championships). EHV-1 is commonly spread by direct horse-to-horse contact, but can spread via contaminated feed and water buckets, tack, and even human contact. We have contacted the Sonoma County Fairgrounds and have confirmed that no other equine event has taken place in the Lyttle Cow Palace and adjacent stalls in the months of April and May. WCMDC will be the first equine event in that arena in mid-June. As a precaution, we have received approval from the Fairgrounds to spray down the stalls with a bleach/water mixture prior to everyone’s arrival. We are also speaking with equine veterinarians to determine the risk of travelling and showing during this time. Also worth noting, at this time, there have not been any confirmed cases of EHV-1 in reported in Sonoma County. We will continue to provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your continued support!
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Please join us for the fifth annual
Wine Country Miniature Donkey Classic
June 22nd - 24th, 2012
Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Lyttle Cow Palace
Santa Rosa, California
NMDA Judge Nancy Luck, San Jose, CA
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Dear Donkey Enthusiasts,
It is with great excitement that we announce the show dates for the fifth annual Wine Country Miniature Donkey Classic! The WCMDC will take place at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds located in the heart of California’s wine country.
SAVE THE DATE
The 2012 show will take place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 22nd - 24th. Classes will begin late morning/early afternoon on Friday and should wrap up Sunday late afternoon/early evening.
LYTTLE COW PALACE
We will again be in the Lyttle Cow Palace, a covered, open arena.
HIGH POINT CHAMPIONSHIPS
In the spirit of competition, we are offering the following high point championships:
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NMDA Best of Breed
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NMDA Best of Show
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NMDA Open
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NMDA Open Gelding
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NMDA Green
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NMDA Green Gelding
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NMDA Youth (exhibitors 11-17 years old)
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NMDA Sub-Youth (exhibitors 10 years and under)
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NMDA Pre-Green (donkeys 6-35 months old)
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NMDA Non-Driving (Green/Open combined; donkeys 3 years or older)
ENTRY PACKETS
Entry packets will be emailed to those on our email list in early April. If you would like to receive your entry packet via USPS or email, please send an email to wcmdc@live.com or call 209.612.9255.
EARLY ARRIVALS
Early arrivals will be available, but exact date and time has yet to be determined. An early arrival fee of $25 per ranch (in addition to standard nightly stall fee) will be charged for those arriving early.
CURRENT RULES
The 2011 NMDA Rulebook will govern this show.
CURRENT NMDA MEMBER
Please remember that if you would like your points from WCMDC to count towards NMDA Year-end High Point, you must be a current member of NMDA. Information regarding membership can be found at www.nmdaasset.com.
SHOW MANAGEMENT
We understand the time, effort, and money involved to attend a weekend show such as the Wine Country Miniature Donkey Classic and value your support. Should you have any questions or concerns before, during, or after the show, please feel free to discuss them with a member of Show Management. We would greatly appreciate the opportunity to address questions or concerns as they come up and will do our best to resolve the issue at hand, should one arise.
We’re looking forward to yet another great show and hope to see you there!
Cheers,
Cathline and Manuel Oliveira | Sierra View Ranch | Cell: 209.815.2596
Michelle Pimentel | Moon Dance Miniatures | Cell: 209.612.9255
Email: wcmdc@live.com | Web: www.wcmdc.net | Facebook: www.facebook.com/wcmdc
