Club Objectives

​To encourage and promote the quality of purebred Newfoundland dogs by doing all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection and by planning activities designed to promote the quality and well-being of the Breed

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To urge members and breeders to accept the standard of the breed as approved by the Newfoundland Club of America and the American Kennel Club as the only standard of excellence by which Newfoundland dogs shall be judged

To protect and advance the interests of the breed by encouraging the participation of the membership in all activities related to the Newfoundland dog, and to encourage fellowship and sportsmanlike behavior of the breed’s admirers at all Newfoundland related events.

To provide education and information to the members, to the breeders, and to the general public for the ultimate benefit of the Newfoundland breed. 

To encourage all members to abide by the Newfoundland Club of America Ethics Guide as a guideline for responsible Newfoundland ownership

To showcase the special qualities and versatility of the Newfoundland breed by promoting and conducting a variety of events and activities related to the Newfoundland dog as a working, conformation, and companion animal, including, but not limited to, breed competition, specialty shows, obedience trials, working events (tracking tests, water tests, draft tests), therapy work, and community involvement, all in accordance with the rules and regulations of the American Kennel Club and/or of the Newfoundland Club of America.

To support rescue activities and placement services of SENCR, the 501(C)(3) rescue organization formed by members of SENC in 2009, as well as to support other selected charitable organizations that benefit the rescue, health, and/or well-being of the Newfoundland breed.

SENC RESCUE

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Club Roles and Responsibilities

Officers and Board of Directors

President Benita Edds
Vice President Melanie Tipton-Fortney
​​Secretary - Melissa Monroe
Treasurer Gregg Lonas
Past President Beverly Cusac

Board Members
​​Kelly Benton
Erin Lonas
Dana Phillips
Sabrina Sweeney

Constitution and ByLaws

Membership Committee  Erin Lonas
​Constitution & Bylaws Dana Phillips
Awards Committee  
Nominating Committee  Patti Sutherland
Fundraising Committee  
Regional Specialty   Erin Lonas
Working Dog  Sabrina Sweeney
Therapy Kelly Benton
​Education  
Webmaster  Erin Lonas

Past Presidents

Beverly Cusac ​2018 - Present
Patti Sutherland 2016 - 2018
Gayle Littlefield 2012 - 2014
Pattie Barnes 2009 - 2012
Scott Wigginton 2008 - 2009
Benita Edds 2004 – 2008
Joyce Boone 2001 – 2003
John Cusac 1998-2000
Beverly Eichel 1995 – 1997
Jack Hyatt (1994)
Beverly Hyatt 1992 - 1993
Jack Hyatt 1989 – 1991
Candy Welch 1986 – 1988
Beverly Hyatt 1985
Richard Bogan 1984
Beverly Hyatt 1981 – 1983
Jim Farkas 1978 - 1980