Conformation agility dock jumping drag racing junior program lure coursing nosework obedience rally obedience spot weight pull about ukc show operations. Mar 20, 2017 new fci agility regulations, still to be approved by the fci general committee. Frequently asked questions about fast fifteen and send. All ukc licensed rally obedience trials shall be governed by the rules herein. Agility is a growing dog sport in the united states, with over 1 million entries to the akcs agility program each year.
We also use this information to target and measure promotional material. Jan 01, 2011 this is the rulebook for ukcs agility program. There are booklets available for breed shows, obedience. Reserve championship certificate under kennel club rules. Ukc agility rules revisions, summary of changes the following changes were inserted directly in the text of the existing rules. United kennel club is pleased to announce that an agility advisory council was convened in conjunction with gateway nationals. Theyre guidelines that set standards for skill levels, size, eligibility, and equipment. A dog registration is a onetime process and the number assigned is permanent. Indiana 4h dog agility rules developed by the indiana 4h dog advisory committee. We dabbled a little in akc agility and got novice titles, but i did not like the unforgivingness of the rules and the awful course design. Non resident agility judge the agility overseas judges approval. The han dler directs the dog, off lead, through the course with out touching the dog or the obstacles.
Each organization has its own rules about what constitutes faults and whether one can earn a qualifying score with faulted runs. Nadac associates are afforded a number of benefits. Fci agility rules per 2018 note that these regulations and changes will be applicable to fci events and international events e. Founded in 1884, the akc is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health and training information for dogs. This section provides all the information you need to assist with the task in hand. We offer the supply chain smarts, technology and personal service that connect your business to global markets, so you can grow. Buy this book to help you record and keep notes about your agility events with your dog. Saddle stitched this booklet provides handlersowners of dogs registered to compete at kennel club licensed tests with a permanent record of their dogs wins to assist in assessing eligibility to compete in certain classes. Finally, the ckc is a communication organization informing all people interested in dogs. Fci agility judging guidelines federation cynologique. Washington state 4h dog project agility rules page 4 approved october 2012 chapter 1 introduction and general rules what is agility. The official rules and regulations for the world agility open championships can be found on this page. The team should not perform as formally as in obedience. All dogs must be registered with nadac in order to compete in sanctioned events.
The judge keeps strictly to the rules and regulations. Agility after completion of their adm title earn 500 points. United kennel club ukc is an international dog registry celebrating bonds, rewarding ability, and preserving the value of a pedigree. We would also like to announce an added member to the ukc agility advisory council. It provides registry services for all purebred dogs it officially recognizes. Agility may be the perfect option but it can be difficult to know how to get started. To register your dog, use the online dog registration form on this website. All nadac agility trials shall be open to purebred and mixed breed dogs. The following rules and regulations governing ukc licensed rally obedience trials and the awarding of ukc championship points, legs and titles issued by united kennel club, inc. Frequently asked questions about fast fifteen and send time this class has 15 obstacles with points assigned to each. Whilst including all the relevant regulations also included is.
Any dog that has not previously entered a nadac trial must begin all classes at the novice level. Regulations booklet all canine activities the kennel club. The kansas 4h dog show rule book specifically identifies the principal parts the judge will observe while the 4her and dog work as a team. Regulations for agility trials and agility course test american. Pockets for storing registration cards, jump height cards, etc. United kennel club is pleased to announce that an agility advisory council was convened in conjunction with gateway nationals at the purina event center, october 2729, 2017. Official ukc rules and regulations regulations governing. The agility competition record book was designed with two forms per page, allowing you to enter up to 300 runs. A completed run that passes the minimum defined standards for time, faults, points, or so on, is referred to as a qualifying run and in some.
Club administration there is so much to remember when running a dog club. We use cookies to capture information such as ip addresses and tailor the website to our clients needs. Designed to outline registrations and procedures for 4h agility dog shows. Regulations for agility trials and agility course test act. National cynological organisations ncos should use them as a basis for developingadjusting.
All canadian uki competitors are strongly encouraged to view and download the most recent copy of the uki agility international rule book. We, the akc director of agility and field representatives, believe these judging guidelines will make it easier for you to do your job and. Jan 21, 2018 download agility record book for free. Fifteen and send time fast is a dog agility competition offered by the american kennel club.
The handbook published on the akc site is over 75 pages, so if youre seriously thinking about competing in akc agility, you should become familiar with the details. Do you want to keep your treasured dog agility event memories forever. Fci agility regulations federation cynologique internationale. Whilst including all the relevant regulations also included is an extract from. Ksre bookstore kansas 4h agility dog show rule book.
Are an approved or provisional judge have accepted match judging assignments plan to attend an akc judging seminar. It also lays out standards for the events themselves. Ukc elite shed dog series rules are specifically devised to aid in the identification. New fci agility regulations, still to be approved by the fci general committee. A judge should not get into a conversation with a competitor in the ring. The movement patterns defined in the rule book should be used so each team will be able to practice them before being judged. This blank journal book allows you to add photos, notes and other information on your agility dog. This is a onetime process and the registration number assigned is permanent. Personal organiser sized individual booklet containing either. There are booklets available for breed shows, obedience shows, agility shows, working trials and bloodhound trials, heelwork to music, field trials and rally. Agility for beginners looking for a fun, new activity for you and your dog. Amended to march 2020 published by the american kennel club. These optional titling classes are designed to challenge dogs and handlers at an increased speed and skill. Cfa feline agility competition fac rules and regulations enclosure specifications.
Amended to march 2020 published by the american kennel. The main purpose of the fci agility regulations is to set a standard for international competitions and to serve as a. The remaining obstacles will be assigned a value from 210 points each by the judge. This class requires a handler and dog to have some distance work. As an american kennel club agility judge, you are an essential part of the program. This book includes important principles for building a happy and successful working relationship with. Above all, the organisation aims to promote the growth of agility and raise performance standards by encouraging training in a competitive arena using rewardbased training methods. Depending on experience level, challenges include weave poles, tunnels, seesaws, jumps, a pause table, a tire jump, a broad jump and other tasks. All dogs must be registered to compete in nadac sanctioned events. The canadian kennel club is a national, memberbased nonprofit organization, incorporated under the animal pedigree act of canada. Record and document your agility events miller, debbie on. Official ukc obedience rulebook 3 rules for obedience competition an obedience trial is a competitive evaluation of a dogandhandler team that executes specified rou tines which emphasize the usefulness of the dog as a companion and the handlers ability to train a dog that demonstrates willingness and enjoyment to work. The select option does not allow spread jumps and will have a reduced height a frame 53 and reduced size long jump.
Corresponding with the club in a timely manner designing the courses and submitting them for approval setting the proper atmosphere at the trial to project the attitude that agility is a fun sport ensuring that the course is built correctly. The history of dog agility can be traced to a demonstration in the late 1970s in the united. Fast can be thought of as a freestyle agility competition similar to gamblers in usdaa or asca agility the course is laid out in no particular order, with points awarded for the successful completion of obstacles at the handlers discretion. Provides governance for all ckc approved dog shows, dog trials and canine events. Nadac rules, regulations, faq and equipment specifications. Get an introduction to agility, discover the obstacles youll see on the course, and learn how agility can. Because the safety of both dogs and 4hers is of paramount importance, the following rules will be en forced. Agility show administration if you are an agility show secretary there is a huge amount of work and administration to be undertaken when organising an agility event. The size of the enclosure should be from 20x20 up to 32x32 or any variation of these, example 20x40 or 30x40. Uk agility international was created specifically to provide agility competitors with a unique setting in which safety and fun for every dog is a key priority. Official american kennel club agility entry form akc rules.
The akc agility system needs your dedication and expertise to function properly. Obstacle training updated second edition jane simmonsmoake on. This is a continuation in the series of publications produced by the center for advanced concepts and technology act, which was created as a skunk works. Nadac exhibitors handbook rules for nadac agility trials. Agility is one of the worlds leading logistics companies. The basics of dog agility training agility training is a fast growing dog sport that has relatively recent circa late 1970s roots in the uk. Frequently asked questions about fast fifteen and send time. Ksre bookstore kansas 4h agility dog show rule book order.
Agility is an obstacle course run against time by a handler and dog as a team. Highlights and clarifications may on occasion be posted here for competitor convenience. Patterned after equestrian show jumping, dog agility combines the elements of a dogs agility, briskness, confidence, and a handlers control over an obstacle course designed for dogs. Regulation h agility regulation j field trials including gundog working tests regulation l heelwork to music regulation g obedience regulation s rally regulation f show regulation i working trials and bloodhound trial regulations. Akc actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports. Agility is a sport whereby dogs negotiate a variety of obstacles in a specific order in a judged class. Rules for the conduct of agility trials effective from 1st january 2016.
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