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WORCESTER AGILITY SOCIETY SCHEDULE OF PREMIER AGILITY SHOW HELD UNDER KENNEL CLUB RULES AND REGULATIONS H & H(1) AND LICENSED BY THE KENNEL CLUB LIMITED AT TOP BARN FARM, HOLT HEATH, WORCESTER WR6 6NH SATURDAY MAY 19th 2018 SHOW OPENS: 7:30AM BRIEFING: 8:15AM JUDGING: 8:30AM Entries £3.20 per dog per class ENTRIES CLOSE 14th APRIL 2018 (POSTMARK) ENTRIES & FEES TO : WORCESTER AGILITY SOCIETY c/o ASO, 16 Glendevon Road, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 4PJ GUARANTORS TO THE KENNEL CLUB : CHAIRPERSON: CATHERINE MULLEN, 83 RANSOME AVENUE, WORCESTER, WR5 3AW TREASURER: ANNA BRALEY, 19 KEATS AVENUE, WORCESTER SECRETARY : DEBBIE FOX, 23 CLYDESDALE ROAD, DROITWICH ENTRY RELATED ENQUIRIES: contact ASO Telephone: 01189 695649 (before 9pm please) SHOW MANAGER : STEVE FOX - GENERAL SHOW ENQUIRIES, 07975 935425 (6 - 9 pm ONLY) SHOW SECRETARY : ANNA BRALEY, 19 KEATS AVENUE, WORCESTER 01905 863035 (6 - 9 pm ONLY) VET ON CALL: SEVERN VETS 01905 421296. Tybridge House, Tybridge Street, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 5BA Catering by 1st Halesowen Scout Group Equipment will be supplied by: (Rubber Contacts) Thank you to our sponsors FPP Show Offs Rosettes

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Page 1: WORCESTER AGILITY SOCIETY · Championship Agility, Premier Agility , Open Agility or Limited Agility Shows (i.e. special classes and invitational events excepted). Only a first place

WORCESTER AGILITY SOCIETY

SCHEDULE OF PREMIER AGILITY SHOW

HELD UNDER KENNEL CLUB RULES AND REGULATIONS H & H(1) AND LICENSED BY THE KENNEL CLUB LIMITED

AT TOP BARN FARM, HOLT HEATH, WORCESTER WR6 6NH

SATURDAY MAY 19th 2018

SHOW OPENS: 7:30AM BRIEFING: 8:15AM JUDGING: 8:30AM

Entries £3.20 per dog per class

ENTRIES CLOSE 14th APRIL 2018 (POSTMARK)

ENTRIES & FEES TO :

WORCESTER AGILITY SOCIETY c/o ASO, 16 Glendevon Road, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 4PJ

GUARANTORS TO THE KENNEL CLUB :

CHAIRPERSON: CATHERINE MULLEN, 83 RANSOME AVENUE, WORCESTER, WR5 3AW

TREASURER: ANNA BRALEY, 19 KEATS AVENUE, WORCESTER

SECRETARY : DEBBIE FOX, 23 CLYDESDALE ROAD, DROITWICH

ENTRY RELATED ENQUIRIES: contact ASO Telephone: 01189 695649

(before 9pm please)

SHOW MANAGER : STEVE FOX - GENERAL SHOW ENQUIRIES, 07975 935425 (6 - 9 pm ONLY)

SHOW SECRETARY : ANNA BRALEY, 19 KEATS AVENUE, WORCESTER 01905 863035 (6 - 9 pm ONLY)

VET ON CALL: SEVERN VETS 01905 421296. Tybridge House, Tybridge Street, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 5BA

Catering by 1st Halesowen Scout Group

Equipment will be supplied by: (Rubber Contacts)

Thank you to our sponsors

FPP Show Offs Rosettes

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Schedule of Classes Maximum 4 individual classes per dog plus pairs *with lower height option. **Classes 1,13,20,21,22,23,33,34,35,37 combined awards. All other classes offering LHO will have separate awards.

Reserve Judge: Alison Naylor Those dogs entering more than 4 individual classes will be removed from the highest non-qualifier class

Allocation of judges to classes may change when final entry numbers are known.

Class No Description

Type of Class 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Judges

*1 The Agility Club Large Starters Challenge** Combined 1 2

Ben Elsworthy

2 Dog Vegas/First Place Processing Large Agility Combined 1 2 3

Clair Humphreys

*3 Large Jumping Combined 1 2 3

Heidi Windheuser

4 Agility Challenge Large Combined 1 2 3 4

Ben Elsworthy

*5 Large Jumping Graded 1 2 3 4

Jackie Allbut

*6 Large Agility Graded

3 4 5

Karen Laker

*7 Large Jumping Combined

4 5

Helen Veal

*8 Large Jumping Graded

5 6 7 Julie Russon

*9 Large Agility (sponsored by Severn Vets) Combined

5 6 7 Michelle Waugh

*10 Large Jumping Combined

6 7 Heidi Windheuser

*11 Large Agility Graded

6 7 Karen Laker

12 KC Olympia Small Dog Agility Stakes supported by Skinners Dog Foods. Combined

3 4 5 6 7

Michelle Waugh

*13 The Agility Club Small Starters Challenge** Combined 1 2

Ben Elsworthy

14 Small Jumping Combined 1 2 3

Heidi Windheuser

15 Small Jumping Combined 1 2 3 4 5

Heidi Windheuser

16 Dog Vegas ‘Show Offs Rosettes’ Small Agility Combined 1 2 3 4 5

Karen Laker

17 Small Jumping Combined

4 5 6 7 Helen Veal

18 Small Agility Combined

6 7 Michelle Waugh

19 Small Jumping Combined

6 7 Jackie Allbut

*20 Small Jumping ** Combined 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Helen Veal

*21 Small Agility ** Combined 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Clair Humphreys

*22 Small Steeplechase (%Special Class%)** Combined 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Julie Russon

*23 The Agility Club Medium Starters Challenge** Combined 1 2

Ben Elsworthy

24 Medium Jumping Combined 1 2 3

Heidi Windheuser

25 Medium Jumping Combined 1 2 3 4

Jackie Allbut

26 Dog Vegas ‘Show Offs Rosettes’ Medium Agility Combined 1 2 3 4 5

Karen Laker

27 Medium Agility Combined

3 4 5

Ben Elsworthy

28 Medium Jumping Combined

4 5

Jackie Allbut

29 Medium Jumping Combined

5 6 7 Helen Veal

30 Medium Agility Combined

6 7 Michelle Waugh

31 Medium Jumping Combined

6 7 Jackie Allbut

32 Medium Agility Combined

6 7 Ben Elsworthy

*33 Medium Jumping ** Combined 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Helen Veal

*34 Medium Agility ** Combined 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Clair Humphreys

*35 Medium Steeplechase (%Special Class%) ** Combined 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Julie Russon

Additional Classes

36 ANYSIZE JUMPING (%SPECIAL CLASS%) Comb. S/M/L 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Julie Russon

37 *Large dogs

Jewlnick Jump & Twist Pairs (%SPECIAL CLASS%)

sponsored by Jewlnick Leather –please check rules Small & Medium dogs choosing to run LHO in Classes 20,21,22 & 33,34,35 are not eligible to enter the Jewlnick Pairs, and their entry will be removed.

Combined S/M/L 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Clair Humphreys

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ELIGIBILITY FOR CLASSES

In the following definitions of classes First Prizes or other prize wins are those gained in standard classes at any Kennel Club licensed Championship Agility, Premier Agility , Open Agility or Limited Agility Shows (i.e. special classes and invitational events excepted). Only a first place with a clear round completed within the course time set by the judge will count towards grade progression. Standard classes may be scheduled for Agility Shows, as Agility classes or Jumping classes. All standard classes must contain the Weaving Poles obstacle. Standard Agility classes must contain the following elements: “A Ramp”, Dog Walk and See-Saw. With this proviso classes are defined as follows:-

Class Structure. A Class may either be held as a Graded Class or a Combined Class. A Graded Class may be scheduled for one or more consecutive Grades with separate results and awards issued for each grade. A Combined Class may be scheduled for more than one consecutive grade with one overall set of results. Progression. Progression from each Grade will require one Agility win or three Jumping wins in standard classes at that grade, at either Full Height or the Lower Height Option, except that progression from Grade 5 will require 3 wins at Grade 5, one of which must be an agility class. Progression from Grade 6 will require 4 wins at Grade 6, two of which must be agility classes. Results from Combined Classes will only count towards progression from the dog’s current grade. Lower Height Option. Societies may offer the Lower Height Option to all dogs in that height category and may be offered at all grades. It is to be run as part of any Standard class as defined in the regulations and must be clearly identified in the schedule. Each relevant class will have two heights with a change part way through to raise/lower the jump heights and competitors must run at their entered height. The order in which the heights will run must be detailed on the ring cards / ring plan. There will be only one course walking at the start of the class. In a class where the Lower Height Option is available show organisers may offer one set of awards by combining the results of each height or may offer separate awards for each height category. Competitors will be allowed to walk the course set at Small, Medium or Large height without their dog(s) before the class begins. Hurdles may be raised/lowered during the course walking time if multiple heights are offered within the same class. When the Lower Height Option is scheduled a dog may only be entered at either the Full Height or at the Lower Height and it cannot compete at

a different height in any other class at that competition, including special classes. For these purposes a competition shall be defined as all

classes covered within the same schedule.

Points Progression. At the handler’s discretion a dog may progress up to Grade 4 by winning 100 points at each grade, using the Agility Warrant

points scheme (Regulation K3.c refers), except that there is no requirement for a minimum number of agility points.

If this method of progression is selected, the handler must ensure the Show Secretary signs the dog’s Agility Record Book at the first show entered at the higher grade. There is no time limit on this progression, however once a dog has progressed, it cannot return to a previous grade. Progression on points must be done prior to the closing date of entries. It is not possible to change a grade on points once the entries have closed.

STANDARD CLASSES

Only first prizes and points gained in standard classes at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows may be used for progression through the classes. (A

dog is only eligible for one grade). In defining the eligibility of the owner or handler for Grade 1, three jumping wins and points progression

referred to in the definition apply only to one dog and not to an accumulation of dogs.

Grade 1 (Elementary)

For owners, handlers or dogs which have not gained a 1st place in an Agility Class or three 1st places in Jumping Classes at K.C licensed Agility

Shows. N.B. Owners handlers or dogs previously qualified out of grade 1 [Elementary] are not eligible for this class.

Grade 2 (Starters)

Open to dogs which are not eligible for grades 1,3,4,5,6,7, and have not gained a first place in an agility class or three first places in jumping

classes at Grade 2 at kennel Club licensed Agility shows ,or elected to progress on points from grade 1 .NB Owners handlers or dogs previously

qualified out of Grade 2 [Starters] are not eligible for this class.

Grade 3 (Graduate)

Open to dogs which are not eligible for Grade 1 or 2 or have elected to progress on points from Grade 2 at K.C licensed Agility Shows and dogs

which are not eligible for Grade 4,5,6,or 7.

Grade 4 (Novice) Open to dogs which have gained a 1st place in an Agility Class or three 1st places in Jumping Classes at Grade 3 or elected to progress on points from Grade 3 at K.C licensed Agility Shows and are not eligible for Grade 3,5,6,7.

Grade 5 (Intermediate)

Open to dogs which have gained a first place in an Agility Class or three first places in Jumping Classes at Grade 4 at K.C licensed Agility Shows and are not eligible for Grade 3, 4, 6 or 7.

Grade 6 (Senior)

Open to dogs which have gained a minimum of 3 first places at Grade 5 at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows, one of which must have been gained in an Agility (not Jumping) Class, and are not eligible for Grade 3, 4, 5 or 7.

Grade 7 (Advanced)

Open to all dogs which have gained a minimum of four 1st places at Grade 6 at K.C licensed Agility Shows Two 1st places must be gained in Agility

not Jumping classes.

SPECIAL CLASSES

Jewlnick Jump and Twist Pairs: see qualifier rules

ANYSIZE Jumping: Dogs may only enter this class if they are not entered in any other classes at the show. The course will not include: Tyre,

Weaves or Long Jump. Jump heights will be set at Medium (450mm), Small (350mm) & Micro (230mm) and handlers may choose at which

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height to run their dog(s), however they must be available for their run while the jumps are set at that height – order will be shown on the ring

plan. Results will be combined for all heights.

Small Steeplechase Combined 1-7 (Class 22) and Medium Steeplechase Combined 1-7 (Class 35): The course shall be flowing and will not

include contact obstacles or weaves.

In all special classes, standard rules and marking will apply unless otherwise stated. Wins, places and clear rounds in special classes will not

count towards agility warrant points or grade progression at Kennel Club shows.

SHOW RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. Dogs entered at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows must be registered at the Kennel Club in accordance with Kennel Club regulations for

Classification and Registration B, or else registration or transfer of registration must have been applied for. The registration number/Authority to Compete (ATC) number will be required for each entry.

2. All dogs registered and resident outside the UK must be issued with a Kennel Club Authority to Compete (ATC) number before entry to the show/event can be made. All overseas entries without a Kennel Club Registration number or an Authority to Compete number will be returned to the competitor.

3. Entry Fees: £3.20 per dog per class, (helping WAS members free). Pairs: £6.00 per pair, (helping WAS members free). 4. Awards as listed under sponsors rules: The Agility Club, The Kennel Club / Skinners, First Place Processing, Dog Vegas and Show Offs

Rosettes, Jewlnick Leather. In all other classes rosettes will be awarded from 1st to 10% of entry and trophies dependent on class size. WAS will also add rosettes to sponsored classes to 10% of entry. No prize money is on offer.

5. Internet entries will be accepted via www.agilityshows.online 6. The Committee of Worcester Agility Society reserves to itself the right to refuse entries. 7. Only dogs of 18 calendar months of age and over on the day of competition are eligible for competition at Kennel club licensed Agility

Shows. 8. A dog must not compete more than once in a class, including special classes. 9. Not for competition entries will be accepted for dogs aged 4 calendar months and over. Dogs must be KC registered with their details

recorded on the entry form. 10. No bitch in season is allowed to compete. 11. The mating of bitches within the precincts of the competition is forbidden 12. No person shall carry out punitive correction or harsh handling at any time within the boundaries of the show. 13. Dogs must not wear any type of slip, half slip collar or lead when under test. A flat close fitting leather or webbing collar is permitted

providing the only attachment is a plain identification panel as an integral part of the collar i.e. not attached by a ring. 14. Should any judge be unable to fulfil their appointment, the committee reserve the right to appoint another judge. 15. No competitor shall impugn the decision of the judge or judges. 16. Classes are sponsored as listed in the schedule of classes. 17. Detailed rules for The Kennel Club Small Dog Olympia Stakes are listed in the next section of this schedule. 18. Kennel Club Standard Marking Regulations will apply for all standard classes. 19. The height limit for dogs

a) Large dog classes – for dogs measuring over 430mm (1ft 5ins) at the withers b) Medium dog classes – for dogs measuring over 350mm (1ft 1.75ins) and measuring 430mm (1ft 5ins) or under at the withers c) Small dog classes – for dogs measuring 350mm (1ft 1.75ins) or under at the withers.

Dogs competing in Small and Medium classes should have been officially measured.

20. Judges at an Agility Show may not enter for competition a dog which is recorded in their ownership or part ownership or handle a dog at the show at which they are judging. Dogs will be disqualified if proved to have been handled in the class by the scheduled judge’s spouse or immediate family, or resident at the same address as the scheduled judge.

21. Removal of dogs from competition: Following discussion between the show management and/or a veterinary surgeon, a dog shall be prevented from competing and/or removed from the Show if it is:

a) A bitch in season. b) Suffering from any infectious or contagious disease. c) Interfering with the safety of or the chances of winning of an opponent. d) Of such temperament or is so much out of control as to be a danger to safety of any person or animal. e) Likely to cause suffering to the dog if it continues to compete. The circumstances of such a removal shall be recorded in the competition / show Incident Book and submitted to the Kennel Club.

22. Dog Agility is a competitive and physically strenuous activity. It is the responsibility of the owner / handler to ensure their dog is 'fit for function' and that they themselves are fit to take part. By signing the entry form you confirm that to the best of your knowledge your dog is fit and able to take part in Agility classes on the day of the show.

23. In estimating the number of awards won, all wins up to and including 25 days before the start of the competition ie 24th April 2018, shall be counted when entering for any class. For these purposes a competition shall be defined as all classes covered within the same schedule. In the event that a dog becomes eligible for the next grade at a particular show, after the entry for that show has been sent, it is the competitor’s responsibility to notify the show secretary at least 14 days before the date of the show. The dog will then be moved into the appropriate class(es) for the next grade. The dog must be moved into the corresponding number of classes as were entered at the lower grade. If there are fewer or no classes available for the next grade the competitor will be offered a refund of the relevant entry fees.

24. Should circumstances so dictate the Society, in consultation with the Judges may alter arrangements as necessary. Such changes and the circumstances surrounding them must be reported to the Kennel Club.

25. In the event that the show is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, the Society will refund fees, less reasonably incurred expenses. If the show processor has provisions to do so, competitors will be refunded in the manner in which they had entered the show, but in any event the society will refund fees within 3 months of the show date to all those who had entered and requested a refund within 1 month of the show date.

26. Except for mobility aids, nothing shall be carried in the hand while the dog is under test and food shall not be given to the dog whilst in the ring. Competitors are prohibited from wearing bags or leads whilst under test.

27. Should the judge deem a re-run is required, any result and/or faults gained in the previous run must be discounted.

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28. Separate entry forms must be completed by each owner and must be signed by the owner or his authorised agent in accordance with provisions specified thereon. Entry forms must be accompanied with the appropriate fees.

29. Passes are not required to gain entry to the show. 30. Competition of Dogs Suffering from Contagious or Infectious Disease - No dogs suffering from infectious or contagious disease or having

been exposed to such disease during 21 days prior to the competition may compete. Competitors infringing the Regulation will be liable to be fined and /or dealt with under the Kennel Club Rule A11.

31. It is the competitor’s responsibility to be available for their class and running order. Competitors must run as close to their running order as possible. Failure to do so may be reported to the Kennel Club.

32. Animals in Event: No other animal other than one officially entered shall be brought into the precincts of the event during it’s continuance, except any dogs registered to assist the disabled, or dogs required for educational or instructional purposes or by permission of the Board. However, at the discretion of the show society, a dog brought to the show by a spectator may be admitted into the precincts of the dog show with the proviso that those in charge of the dog sign a declaration confirming that the dog is free from disease and that the dog will be kept under control at all times.

33. A pay on the day class may be held if time and weather permits. 34. A practice ring may be available to dogs entered for competition at the show, if space allows, this ring will be supervised by a responsible adult

with agility knowledge. 35. Welfare of Dogs

An exhibitor/competitor whose dog is entered at a Kennel Club licensed event should take all reasonable steps to ensure the needs of their dog[s] are met, and should knowingly put their dog’s health and welfare at risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise. A breach of this regulation may be referred to the Board for disciplinary action under Kennel Club Rules and Regulations. The use of pinch collars, electronic shock collars, or prong collars, is not permitted at any Agility Show licensed by the Kennel Club. This shall apply at the venue and within the precincts of the show.

36. All dogs are entered at the show at their owner’s risk and whilst every care will be taken, Worcester Agility Society will not accept responsibility for loss, damage or injury, howsoever caused, to dogs, persons or property whilst at the show.

37. Dogs will be received on the show site any time after 7.30am. Please note that the gates will be locked prior to this time and early arrivals may not be permitted entry to the site until after 7.30am

38. Health and Safety: Competitors and spectators are reminded that, just as Worcester Agility Society has a responsibility to ensure the health and safety of all those attending their event, competitors run at their own risk if conditions are not ideal and have a duty and responsibility for their own safety. They are therefore expected to take great care to avoid guide ropes, uneven surfaces and other hazards, which are inevitable and integral elements of an agility dog show. Those bringing and using portable items of equipment such as folding chairs, cages, and gazebos also have a responsibility to ensure that their equipment and collapsible furniture is used and erected safely and does not constitute a hazard to others. Competitors are also reminded that they should wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the prevailing conditions on the site.

39. If choosing to download your ring cards you are agreeing to your running orders for this show being available to the public on the web site. 40. Children under the age of 11 are the responsibility of and must be accompanied at all times by a parent or guardian including when

competing. ***THE COMMITTEE OF WORCESTER AGILITY SOCIETY WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL MEMBERS, SPONSORS, RING PARTIES FROM OTHER CLUBS AND THE MANY VOLUNTEERS WITHOUT WHOM THIS SHOW WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE. PLEASE RESPECT OUR VENUE AND CLEAR UP AFTER YOUR DOG, DEPOSIT ALL WASTE IN THE CONTAINERS PROVIDED. HAVE A GOOD DAY!

Rules for Qualifiers THE AGILITY CLUB STARTERS AGILITY CHALLENGE 2018

1. The classes should be billed appropriately as either “The Agility Club Large Starters Challenge”, “The Agility Club Medium Starters Challenge” or “The Agility Club Small Starters Challenge” and scheduled accordingly as a Large, Medium or Small

combined Grade 1-2 Agility class.

2. The competition will be run under the relevant Kennel Club Regulations in force at that time. All handlers will be deemed to have agreed to abide by these rules and regulations.

3. Each Heat is open to all Grade 1-2 dogs of the correct size for each heat, each heat will offer awards for the heights on offer as follows; Rosettes 1st – 10th in Large height, trophies to 1st and 2nd and Rosettes 1st – 5th in Medium and Small heights, trophy to 1st. Where the LHO is offered then Large, Medium and Small dogs will have combined awards.

4. ONLY dogs handled by an Agility Club member at the time of competing (date of joining/renewal must be prior to the first day of the show) may qualify for the Final. In order to compete in the Final you must also be a current member of The Agility Club on the day of the final.

5. The competition will normally consist of between ten and fifteen Heats. The two highest placed Agility Club members in each Heat will go through to the Final, providing they have achieved an awarded place as detailed in paragraph 3.

6. Both handler and dog may only qualify once for each height Final. Each handler and dog pairing may only qualify once for the Final. In the event of the highest placed dog(s) having qualified previously, the next highest placed dog(s) will qualify.*

7. Finalists should normally compete at the height at which they qualified however if a heat takes place at a show with no LHO, they can choose to compete at the final at LHO. Should a handler qualify at LHO and wish to compete at FHO in the final this would be permitted. (Dogs will NOT be allowed to compete at LHO if qualified at FH in a heat offering both height options)

* The show secretary must be informed if a handler or dog that has already qualified for the same height Final is placed in a subsequent Heat.

Awards: Rosettes to 10th for Large and to 5th for Medium and Small classes (W.A.S. will provide additional rosettes down to 10% of entry) Trophies to 1st place in all 3 heats (W.A.S. will provide additional trophies according to class size)

HANDLERS WHO ARE MEMBERS OF ‘THE AGILITY CLUB’ SHOULD ENSURE THAT THIS FACT IS RECORDED ON THE SCRIBE SHEET BEFORE THEY RUN.

In case of cancellation of the show within seven days of the show date, notification will be sent to the

relevant web sites and posted on applicable facebook groups where possible. It will be the competitor's

responsibility to check with these services if continuation of the show is in doubt.

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THE KENNEL CLUB OLYMPIA AGILITY STAKES

Supported by Skinner’s

RULES 2018

All events must be judged under the appropriate Kennel Club Regulations H & H(1) in force at the time of the event. Competitors entering any competition will be deemed to have agreed to abide by these rules.

All heats must take place at Kennel Club licensed shows and the class name in the schedule should replicate exactly the name of the competition as stated in these rules.

All Kennel Club supported competitions must be judged using standard marking.

If the entry for the heat exceeds 360 the class must be split into two equal parts. If the entry exceeds 540 the class must be split into three equal parts. No part, if split, may be less than 150 dogs. Rosettes and awards remain unchanged if the heat is split and will be given for each part.

Dogs entered in any heats must be eligible for the competition entered and judges retain the right to check the height of any dog or ask to see the height stated in the Kennel Club Record Book.

The handler that qualifies a dog for the Quarter-Final / Semi-Final / Final will be the handler that competes, handler substitutions are not allowed.

Dogs cannot compete in more than one competition at Olympia. If a dog qualifies for more than one Quarter-Final or Semi-Final at the Kennel Club International Agility Festival the first successful qualification will take precedence and the dog will be withdrawn from any further Quarter / Semi-Finals and replaced by a reserve.

Once a dog has qualified for Olympia, or as a reserve the handler is deemed to have accepted an offer to compete at Olympia, it invalidates any reserve places in any other competition. If the first invitation to compete is declined it invalidates any reserve places in any other competition. All winners of the Olympia Grand Finals will be invited to compete in the following year’s Quarter-Final or Semi-Final at the International Agility Festival without qualifying through the usual procedure via heats. For the Novice winner this will be dependent on the dog still being eligible for grades 3 – 5 on the date of entries closing for the Kennel Club International Agility Festival

(These rules would be amended if any changes are made to Kennel Club Agility Regulations during the course of the competition year)..

THE KENNEL CLUB OLYMPIA SMALL DOG AGILITY STAKES Supported by Skinner’s

This competition will be classified as Small Dog combined Grades 3 to 7 and judged under the Kennel Club regulations for standard classes Competitors may enter more than one dog in a heat. Competitors may qualify more than one dog for the Semi-Final, however only the competitor’s highest placed dog at the Semi-Final will qualify for the Olympia Grand Final. Once a dog has qualified for the Semi-Final/Final, further heats may be entered for competition although any placings in these further heats will not affect the dog’s eligibility for the Semi-Final/Finals.

Those dogs eligible to compete in competition for Small Dog Agility are those measuring 350 mm (1 foot 1¾ inches) or under at the withers.

The first three previously unqualified placed dogs from each heat will go forward to the Semi-Finals at the Kennel Club International Agility Festival

held annually in August, the first ten dogs from this Semi-Final will qualify for the Final at the London Olympia Christmas International Horse Show

(subject to the above). Rosettes 1st to 6th (W.A.S. will provide trophies and additional rosettes down to 10% of entry)

KENNEL CLUB OLYMPIA QUALIFYING EVENT

The Kennel Club International Agility Festival

Thursday 9 August – Sunday 12 August 2018

date of each quarter / semi-final to be confirmed.

Supported by Skinner’s

QUARTER / SEMI FINALISTS NOTE:

All Quarter-Finalists / Semi-Finalists at the Kennel Club International Agility Festival will need to complete an official Festival entry form if the dog has not been entered in the show.

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The Dog Vegas Finals Sunday 29th July 2018

www.dogvegas.co.uk

Large Dogs Combined Agility Grades 1, 2 & 3 - Competition Rules The “‘Dog Vegas Qualifier” is a competition for Large dogs, eligible for Grades 1, 2 & 3.

There will be approximately ten qualifying heats. The top 5 dogs from each heat (top 3 if the heat is split into 2 parts), will qualify for the The Dog Vegas Final comprising of approx 50 dogs at the July Dog Vegas show in 2018.

At the final, prize money of £250 will be awarded between the top 5 places dogs & handlers, 1st- £100, 2nd-£70, 3rd-£50, 4th-£20, 5th-£10. The winner will also receive a trophy & money off vouchers for future Dog Vegas shows.

1. Jump heights will be set at 650mm standard heights only for the qualifier.

2. This class must be judged under the appropriate Kennel Club Rules in force at the time of the competition

3. If the entry for a heat exceeds the KC limit for a judge in a day then the class will be equally and randomly split and another judge appointed for the second part

4. All competitors entering the class will be deemed to have agreed to abide by the rules of the Kennel Club and the specific regulations governing this class.

5. The competition is open to Kennel Club registered dogs eligible to compete at Large Height Grade 1, 2 & 3.

6. Handlers may enter more than one dog in the competition and may qualify more than one dog for the final event.

7. Once a dog has qualified for the final it may enter further heats, as long as it is still eligible for Grade 1, 2 or 3.

8. Handlers who have already qualified their dog for the final must report this fact to the appropriate Show Secretary before running in the class. If the already qualified dog then qualifies again, the place will be awarded to the highest placed unqualified dog.

9. The first five dogs from the heat will be invited to compete in the final. The next five dogs will be held as reserves.

10. If the class is split the top three dogs from each part will be invited to compete in the final. The next top three in each part will be held as reserves.

11. In the event of a dog being unable to compete in the final due to unavailability, illness or injury the reserves from that heat will be called up in numerical order.

12. In the event of a handler being unable to compete in a final due to illness or injury a substitute handler for the qualifying dog will be allowed to run the dog.

Dog Vegas Medium Agility Combined 1-5 Supported by Show Offs Rosettes Tel Cheryl on 01246233759

The “‘Dog Vegas Qualifier” is a competition for Medium dogs, eligible for Grades 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5. There are 10 qualifying heats. The top 3 dogs from each heat (top 2 if the heat is split into 2 parts), will qualify for The Dog Vegas Final comprising of approx.30 dogs at a Dog Vegas show in 2018. Prize money of £100 will be awarded between the top 3 places dogs & handlers, 1st- £70, 2nd-£20, 3rd-£10, The winner will also receive a trophy & money off vouchers for future Dog Vegas shows. 1. Jump heights will be set at 450mm standard heights only for the qualifier. 2. This class must be judged under the appropriate Kennel Club Rules in force at the time of the competition 3. If the entry for a heat exceeds the KC limit for a judge in a day then the class will be equally and randomly split and another judge appointed for the second part. 4. All competitors entering the class will be deemed to have agreed to abide by the rules of the Kennel Club and the specific regulations governing this class. 5. The competition is open to Kennel Club registered dogs eligible to compete at Medium Height Grade 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5. 6. Handlers may enter more than one dog in the competition and may qualify more than one dog for the final event. 7. Once a dog has qualified for the final it may enter further heats, as long as it is still eligible for Grade 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5. Handlers who have already qualified their dog for the final must report this fact to the appropriate Show Secretary before running in the class. If the already qualified dog then qualifies again, the place will be awarded to the highest placed unqualified dog. 8. The first three dogs from the heat will be invited to compete in the final. The next three dogs will be held as reserves. If the class is split the top two dogs from each part will be invited to compete in the final. The next top two in each part will be held as reserves. 9. In the event of a dog being unable to compete in the final due to unavailability, illness or injury the reserves from that heat will be called up in numerical order. 10. In the event of a handler being unable to compete in the final due to illness or injury a substitute handler for the qualifying dog will be allowed to run the dog, providing the substitute handler is still eligible for Grade 1, 2, 3,4 or 5.

The Dog Vegas Finals on Sunday 29th July 2018.

www.dogvegas.co.uk

The Dog Vegas Qualifier Supported by FPP

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Dog Vegas Small Agility Combined 1-5 Supported by Show Offs Rosettes

Tel Cheryl on 01246233759 The “‘Dog Vegas Qualifier” is a competition for Small dogs, eligible for Grades 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5. There are 10 qualifying heats. The top 3 dogs from each heat (top 2 if the heat is split into 2 parts), will qualify for The Dog Vegas Final comprising of approx.30 dogs at a Dog Vegas show in 2018 Prize money of £100 will be awarded between the top 3 places dogs & handlers, 1st- £70, 2nd-£20, 3rd-£10, The winner will also receive a trophy & money off vouchers for future Dog Vegas shows. 1.Jump heights will be set at 350mm standard heights only for the qualifier. 2. This class must be judged under the appropriate Kennel Club Rules in force at the time of the competition 3. If the entry for a heat exceeds the KC limit for a judge in a day then the class will be equally and randomly split and another judge appointed for the second part. 4. All competitors entering the class will be deemed to have agreed to abide by the rules of the Kennel Club and the specific regulations governing this class. 5. The competition is open to Kennel Club registered dogs eligible to compete at Small Height Grade 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5. 6. Handlers may enter more than one dog in the competition and may qualify more than one dog for the final event. 7. Once a dog has qualified for the final it may enter further heats, as long as it is still eligible for Grade 1, 2, 3,4 or 5. Handlers who have already qualified their dog for the final must report this fact to the appropriate Show Secretary before running in the class. If the already qualified dog then qualifies again, the place will be awarded to the highest placed unqualified dog. 8. The first three dogs from the heat will be invited to compete in the final. The next three dogs will be held as reserves. If the class is split the top two dogs from each part will be invited to compete in the final. The next top two in each part will be held as reserves. 9. In the event of a dog being unable to compete in the final due to unavailability, illness or injury the reserves from that heat will be called up in numerical order. 10. In the event of a handler being unable to compete in the final due to illness or injury a substitute handler for the qualifying dog will be allowed to run the dog, providing the substitute handler is still eligible for Grade 1, 2, 3,4 or 5.

The Dog Vegas Finals on Sunday 29th July 2018. www.dogvegas.co.uk

Agility Challenge 2018 Rules

An Agility competition for large dogs Grades 1 – 4 held at standard height using Kennel Club Ltd Rules & Regulations. There will be 10 qualifying heats producing 50 finalists (5 per qualifier) who compete at the Agility Challenge Grand Final to be held on Sunday 30 September 2018 at The Malvern Autumn Show, Three Counties Showground, Malvern WR13 6NW.

1. Once a dog has qualified (i.e. 5 finalists per heat) this eliminates the dog from taking a further finalist place at the heat and the next highest placed dog(s) in the Agility Challenge class will be invited to the final.

2. Handlers may not qualify more than one dog for Agility Challenge final. 3. Any surrogate handlers must be notified in writing within 4 days of the last heat. NO amendments after this date and non-advice will

disqualify the partnership. 4. Enquiries relating to each heat should be addressed to the organising club. 5. Enquires relating to the Agility Challenge Final should be addressed to the Agility Challenge, 2 Medley Grove Leamington Spa CV31 2GA.

THE JEWLNICK JUMP AND TWIST PAIRS 1. This class is open to pairs of the same height, grades 1 – 7. It is open to small and medium dogs and large dogs 650mm and 550mm 2. It is a combined class with one set of awards 3. One dog will complete an agility course and the other dog a jumping course 4. The judge will decide which course will be run first. 5. The agility course shall consist of a minimum of twelve and a maximum of 15 obstacles and must include three contacts (they do not have to be three different pieces of agility equipment) and the dog must complete twelve weaves. 6. The jumping course shall consist of a minimum of twelve and a maximum of fifteen obstacles one of which must be twelve weaves. 7. There will be a baton exchange. 8. A faulty baton exchange will incur 100 faults. 9. The first four pairs will qualify for the final which will be held at Southam show in September 2018. 10. Once a pair has qualified they may enter other heats for competition but the place in the final will be awarded to the next highest placed pair who have not qualified. The sponsors will provide 1st place trophies and rosettes to 5th place. (W.A.S. will provide additional rosettes down to 10% of entry) AT THIS SHOW THIS CLASS IS BEING OFFERED AT THE FOLLOWING HEIGHTS: LARGE DOGS MAY JUMP 650MM OR 550MM, MEDIUM DOGS JUMP 450MM, SMALL DOGS JUMP 350MM

Please ensure that on the entry form you select the height you wish your dog to jump. The order in which the heights will be run will be shown on the ring plan. Please make sure you are available for your chosen height. If you qualify at this show, the height you run at in at the final will be the same height you qualified over.

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Catering by 1st Halesowen Scout Group

Sausage, egg and bacon rolls etc, hot and cold drinks, plus lunch menu

DIRECTIONS (POSTCODE WR6 6NH) Top Barn Farm is situated on the A443, on the west side of Worcester, between Worcester and Holt Heath. From M5 junction 7 – leave motorway following signs for Worcester City Centre. At first roundabout turn left, taking the A4440 Worcester West. Go straight over the next 2 roundabouts. At the third roundabout take the third exit, taking the road back in towards Worcester (St. Johns). At the next roundabout take the third exit ‘Bromwich Road’ (Jet garage on your left) Continue to traffic lights, go straight over and get into left hand lane of this one way system, bear left at Mac Donalds , signed to Tenbury Wells (Hylton Road - A443), beware of speed camera! Continue on the A443 through Hallow village, past Grimley raceway, then after approx ¾ mile look out for signs to Top Barn farm on your right. Turn in, follow tarmac road for approx 250 yds, bear left at the bottom of the slope, follow track which will then bear right up a hill into the venue.

From M5 junction 5 – leave motorway following signs for Droitwich A38. At traffic lights go straight ahead. Go straight ahead at

roundabout, follow sign for Worcester, up onto dual carriage way. Leave at first exit, turn right to pick up the A4133 to

Ombersley. In Ombersley go straight over mini roundabout, sign posted Holt Heath. Turn left in Holt at mini roundabout, follow

signs for Worcester, at end of this short cut through, turn left to pick up the A443. After approx 1 mile look out for windsurfing

lake on your left, the entrance is approximately 100yds from this on your left. Turn in, follow tarmac road for approx 250yds, bear

left at the bottom of the slope, follow track which will then bear right up a hill into the venue.

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WORCESTER AGILITY SOCIETY PREMIER AGILITY SHOW SATURDAY MAY 19th 2018 at TOP BARN FARM HOLT HEATH WORCESTER WR6 6NH

ENTRY FORM (ONLY COPIES OF THIS FORM WILL BE ACCEPTED)

This form must be used by one person only (or partnership). Writing MUST BE IN INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL. Use one line only for each dog. The name of the dog and all details as recorded with the Kennel Club must be given on this entry form. If an error is made, the dog may be disqualified by the Committee of The Kennel Club. All dogs must be REGISTERED at The Kennel Club in the name of the owner. If the registration or transfer of ownership has not been confirmed it must be applied for before the closing date of entries. In case of dispute proof of postage of such applications may be required by The Kennel Club. Dogs under 18 months of age on the day of competition cannot be entered for competition. On no account will entries be accepted without fees. If a dog is in the process of Registration or Transfer at the time entry is made, add the letters NAF or TAF as appropriate after its name. Please put classes in numerical order and USE BLOCK CAPITALS throughout when completing this entry form. PLEASE CHECK ALL DETAILS BEFORE POSTING. Note: Children under 11 are the responsibility of a Parent or Guardian and must be supervised at all times including when competing. A dog must at the time of entry for the competition, be registered as required by Kennel Club Rules and Regulations in the owner’s name (or else registration or transfer of registration applied for).

HANDLERS NAME *OWNER’S NAME (if different)

ADDRESS (incl. postcode) ADDRESS (incl. postcode)

Telephone: Telephone:

Email: Email:

NB Ring cards will be sent to the Handler

KC REGISTERED NAME OF DOG* KC/ATC Number* D.o.B* Height Entered in LHO

Breed* Sex* Grade CLASSES ENTERED

*These details must be given in terms identical with registration of the dog at the Kennel Club

Check your entry: DOGS MAY ONLY BE ENTERED IN 4 INDIVIDUAL CLASSES PLUS PAIRS

Please tick the box to confirm that you are aware that Small and Medium dogs must be measured prior to competing in accordance with Regulation H(1)(B)4

IMPORTANT! are you a member of Worcester Agility Society? NO [ ] YES [ ] are you a member of ‘The Agility Club’ (eligible to qualify in class 1, 13 or 23)? NO [ ] YES [ ]

Entries to :

WORCESTER AGILITY

SOCIETY

c/o ASO, 16 Glendevon Road,

Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 4PJ

Please make cheques payable to Worcester Agility Society (NOT WAS) - ENTRIES CLOSE 14th APRIL 2018 (POST MARK)

…….. entries @ £3.20 per dog per class £

Helping Worcester Members ONLY …….. entries @ FREE per dog per class

£

......... pairs @ £6.00 per pair £

Helping Worcester Members ONLY ….. entries @ FREE per pair £

*Postage (overseas 150p) – DO NOT INCLUDE SAE £1.00

OR download your ring cards from ASO Y / N

TOTAL £

Dogs in Hot Vehicles: Your dog is vulnerable and AT RISK if left in a vehicle in high temperatures and even on days considered as slightly warm. Please take care of your dog. If your dog is found to be at risk forcible entry to your vehicle may be necessary without liability for any damage caused.

Declaration: I/We agree to submit to and be bound by the Kennel Club Limited Rules & Regulations in their present form or as they may be amended

from time to time in relation to all canine matters which the Kennel Club is concerned and that this entry is made upon the basis that all current single or joint registered owners of this dog[s] have authorised/consented to this entry. I/We also undertake to abide by the Regulations of this show and not bring to the Show any dog which has contracted or been knowingly exposed to any infectious or contagious disease during the 21 days prior to the Show or which is suffering from a visible condition which adversely affects it’s health or welfare. I/We further declare that I/we believe to the best of my/our knowledge that the dogs are not liable to disqualification under Kennel Club Agility Show Regulations.

Signature of Owners or Authorised Agent............................................................................. Date ......................................

Include all Not for Competition dogs, over 4 months of age (see sheet 2, remember to include KC number)

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Class 37 Jewlnick Jump and Twist Pairs Height (please circle) Large (FH); Large (LHO); Medium: Small

KC registered name of dog Handler

1

2

Class 37 Jewlnick Jump and Twist Pairs Height (please circle) Large (FH); Large (LHO); Medium: Small

KC registered name of dog Handler

1

2

Class 37 Jewlnick Jump and Twist Pairs

Height (please circle) Large (FH); Large (LHO); Medium: Small

KC registered name of dog Handler

1

2

DOGS ‘NOT FOR COMPETITION’:

KC REGISTERED NAME OF DOG KC/ATC Number D.o.B Height Breed Sex

# ATC No or KC Registration N must be stated or entry forms will be returned.