January, 2026

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The purpose of the Class Newsletter and the Homepage is to add to what you receive at class.  The Class Newsletter, and Easy's Place are done by me ©2026 Jerome M. Stewart and all rights are reserved.

News Bits...

 *The Nile crocodile is Africa’s ultimate freshwater predator. It can grow longer than a pickup truck and weigh more than a ton! 

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(FDA) published a letter to veterinarians notifying them of severe adverse events linked to Librela (bedinvetmab injection) a common drug used to treat arthritis in dogs.

 *There are three times more cows in Montana than people. 

*Check for Class site alerts  on the home page banner.

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Dogs sleep near those they feel most connected to.

*The Carolinas are the only places on Earth where the Venus Fly Trap grows naturally.

 

  

Happy New Year.



 Up coming events
...2026

Attached you'll find the following Arizona Herding/Stockdog flyers being held in Litchfield Park, Az at the Fastlane facility:
Contact info: Lisa Goss (623) 326-8132  lgossaz@hotmail.com
 
AKC - Australian Shepherd Fancier of Arizona from January 17th -  January 19th.  This flyer has already been sent out, but here is another notice.  Currently open, closes on Wednesday January 8, 2026.
 
AHBA - January 24th - January 26th. Come join us for the official kickoff to our 13th season of the ICE Silver Buckle Series trial! Opens on December 30, 2024, pre-entries close on January 17, 2026.

ASCA - Australian Shepherd Club of Arizona from February 13th - February 16th.  Opens on January 6, 2026, pre-entries close on February 3, 2026.
 
AHBA - February 28th - March 2nd.  This is the 2nd official Ice Silver Buckle Series Trial.  Opens on January 30, 2026, pre-entries close on February 20, 2026.
February 15th - February 18th The Cactus Classic Trial will have 4 Mixed Flock Trials and 6 arena trials.  Opens on January 18, 2026.
 
March 1st - March 3rd   This is the second of four AHBA Silver Buckle Series Trial.  This trial is 3 full days of trialing.  Opens on 2/20/24.

 
Have a Happy and Safe Holiday,
Sec: Lisa Goss, 623-326-8132, lgossaz@hotmail.com
 
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