If this method of progression is selected, the handler must ensure the show secretary signs the dogs agility record book at the first show entered at the higher grade. Dogs cannot compete in more than one competition at olympia. 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. Kennel club regulations require that a dog be measured twice, with the second measurement carried out between 12 and 24 months after the initial measurement, unless the dog is obviously over 430mm 1ft 5ins, in which case the official measurers can strike out the second measurement in the agility record book. Kennel club regulations require that a dog be measured twice, with the second measurement carried out between 12 and 24 months after the initial measurement, unless the dog is obviously over 430mm 1ft 5ins, in which case the official measurers can strike out. The history of dog agility can be traced to a demonstration in the late 1970s in the united. Agility is a growing dog sport in the united states, with over 1 million entries to the akcs agility program each year. The club that is listed first is considered the primary club that is the venue we will use for the rules. Once a dog has competed in any class in the large height categoryat a kennel club licenced event it may not change to a different height. Agility dog ad agility dog excellent adx advanced agility dog excellent bronze adx bronze. 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. The handler that qualifies a dog for the quarterfinal semifinal final will be the handler that competes, handler substitutions are not allowed. Regulations for record keeping and identification of dogs a. Mar 01, 2012 i bought this book to record my puppys life.
Agility training about agility dog agility combines handler control, athleticism, and confidence in a sport where a dog is guided through a course of obstacles aframe, tunnels, jumps, weave polls, seesaw, etc. It is the oldest recognised kennel club in the world. If a dog qualifies for more than one quarterfinal or semifinal at the kennel club international agility. Dogs in need is now one of several weeklong kennel club agility shows to. We, the akc director of agility and field representatives, believe these judging guidelines will make it easier for you to do your job and. A minimum of 50 points must be gained in agility not jumping classes in the relevant grade.
Dogs who achieve these titles are entitled to have them listed on their pedigrees and certificates, and in event catalogs. In our latest guest post, weve teamed up with the kennel club to talk. West sussex dog and owner crowned agility champions at crufts after record win. Once a dog has competed in any class in the large height categoryat a kennel club licenced event it. Agility record book is a free program for tracking agility records though i do ask that you make a donation to a local animal shelter or rescue group. Jan 21, 2018 download agility record book for free. Amended to march 2020 published by the american kennel club. Kennel club akc under the provisions of chapter 4 of the rules applying to registration and discipline for dog owners, breeders, distributors, pet stores, and all persons or firms that sell, give.
For instance, if you create a nadacasca dual sanctioned trial and place the asca club first, the nadac classes like tunnelers and weavers will not be available since those are not currently asca events. 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. Kramers agility was briefly affiliated with akc agility in the early 1990s, but became separate under a new name, national club for dog agility, in 1991. Any ukc club that is eligible to offer agility trials may be licensed to offer allbreed agility trials.
The registration numberauthority to compete atc number will be required for each entry. Listed below are the various official akc titles with their abbreviations. All dogs must be measured by official agility measurers before they compete at their. Your dog does not have to be a pedigree dog to take part, but it must be registered with the kennel club on either the breed register or the activity register. You will need to have an official agility record book for the dog available from the kennel club, although the measurers may have record books available to. The american kennel club has many events in which titles are offered. Grade 7 open to dogs which have gained a minimum of four first places at grade 6 at kennel club licensed agility. It is a kennel club requirement that all small and medium dogs. Grade 1 elementary for owners, handlers or dogs which have not gained a first place in an agility class or three first places in jumping classes at kennel club licensed agility shows. If this method of progression is selected, the handler must ensure the show secretary signs the dogs agility record. The canadian kennel club is a national, memberbased nonprofit organization, incorporated under the animal pedigree act of canada. Do you need a centralized area to maintain dog and litter records online. Golden cross equestrian centre, chalvington road, golden cross, east sussex, bn27 3ss sunday th october 2019 show opens.
The registration numberauthority to compete number will be required for each entry. If you lose your agility record book after your dog has been measured. The new zealand kennel club inc currently recognises the following agility titles. Training preparing your dog to be able to compete successfully will take a little longer than the formal requirements. You will need to have an agility record book available from the kennel club online shop in which to record your dogs height category and all your competition wins and clear rounds. The akc agility system needs your dedication and expertise to function properly. Grade 7 open to dogs which have gained a minimum of five first places at grade 6 at kennel club licensed agility shows, three of which must have gained in agility not jumping classes, and are not eligible for grades 2, 3,4, 5, or 6. Highdown agility summer show agility shows online home. The kennel club has recently approved changes to the regulations for agility. Dog agility is a dog sport in which a handler directs a dog through an obstacle course in a race for both time and accuracy.
Pockets for storing registration cards, jump height cards, etc. The agility competition recordbook also includes an identification page printed on card stock with storage pockets for your dogs jump height cards, health. 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. It provides registry services for all purebred dogs it officially recognizes. The american kennel club akc is a registry of purebred dog pedigrees in the united states. Dogs run off leash with no food or toys as incentives, and the handler can touch neither dog nor obstacles. Jan 14, 2020 the kennel club kc is the official kennel club of the united kingdom.
Diane goodspeed is an author, competitive agility handler, and instructor and has competed since 1992 in obedience, herding, and agility. All owners of a dog and the lessee if a dog is leased shall keep a record of each dog owned or leased which will show. A complete guide to life with your pup contains vital information for getting your puppy off to a great start, including ideas for preparing your home for your puppys arrival, advice for creating a responsible canine member of society, strategies for training your pup with positive reinforcement, and much more. Zaz, a seven yearold sheltie, and owner, bernadette bay, won one of the countrys most prestigious agility competitions after triumphing in the kennel club agility championships for small dogs at crufts 2016. Present a championship premier open agility test held under. As an american kennel club agility judge, you are an essential part of the program. Grade 5 open to dogs which have gained a first place in an agility class or three first places in jumping classes at grade 4 at kennel club licensed agility shows and are not eligible for grades 3, 4, 6 or 7. The dogs signed agility record book must be available for inspection by the. Regulations for record keeping and identification of dogs. It started as a humble excel spreadsheet, but that quickly grew too complicated since i wanted it to automatically calculate many things.
Although most experienced agility competitors have a good working understanding of the new grades by now, fiona hulse was sure that there are quite a few new handlers out there who dont, so she wrote this guide to the new kennel club grading and progression system for her club. This section includes details of the representatives along with agendas, annexes and minutes from recent meetings. It is mostly angled towards kennel club regd dogspedigrees but is much less silly than some of the memory books ive seen. Provides governance for all ckc approved dog shows, dog trials and canine events. Club pages to record contact information for agility clubs and agility friends. Breed registered name and number or litter number if not registered sex, color and markings. Grade 6 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 grades 3, 4, 5 or 7. An inspection of the identification practices and kennel conditions. The canadian kennel club is devoted to encouraging, guiding and advancing the interests of purebred dogs and their responsible owners and breeders in canada. The measuring regulations have not changed, which means you will need to get.
A licensed agility trial is a trial at which qualifying scores toward titles are awarded, given by a club which has been licensed by the akc to hold the trial. Beyond maintaining its pedigree registry, this kennel club also promotes and sanctions events for purebred dogs, including the westminster kennel club dog show, an annual event which predates the official forming of the akc, the national dog show, and the akceukanuba national championship. You will need to have an official agility record book for the dog available from the. Canadian kennel club and depriving the person so expelled from all privileges of the canadian kennel club handler means the person handling the dog in the agility trial head office means the office at which the business of the canadian kennel club is carried out on a regular ongoing basis immediate family means spouse, father. History of dog agility news newspapers books scholar jstor october 2007 learn how and when to remove this template message. Spiral binding folds back on itself for easy handling and recording.
The agility liaison council is made up of regional representatives, elected for a three year term to act as a channel of communication between agility clubs, competitors, and the kennel club. To enter a kennel club licensed show you will need to have your dog measured to ensure you compete at the correct height for small or medium large dogs do not require measuring o you will need a kennel club agility record book for the measurer to record your dogs height category in. These titles become an official part of a dogs record with the akc. Dogs race against a clock as they navigate an obstacle course with strong. In august 1994, ndca merged with the united kennel club, and agility under kramers rules has been performed under ukc auspices since then. It promotes the knowledge and understanding of the benefits which dogs can bring to canada and the means by which these benefits can most effectively be enjoyed. The kennel club olympia medium agility stakes com grades 37 supported by skinners 2019 heat the kennel club ykc team large, medium and small 1 7 the kennel club ykc u18 jumping large, medium and small 17 the animal health company classic large, medium and small grades 37 agria brillo bounce small dog qualifier. Amended to march 2020 published by the american kennel.
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