AGILITY TRIAL PREMIUM LIST NADAC Sanctioned (North American Dog Agility Council, LLC.) Hosted by All-American Dog Sports May 30-31, 2015 725 Patrick Henry Drive Blacksburg, Virginia 24060 (outdoors on grass) Judge: Benjamin Philibert, Foxboro, MA CLASSES OFFERED (THIS IS THE TENTATIVE RUNNING ORDER – IT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE) Saturday: Sunday: Touch and Go 1 & 2 Weavers 1 & 2 Tunnelers 1 & 2 Touch and Go 1 & 2 Weavers 1 & 2 Tunnelers 1 & 2 Send entries to: Andrea Lengi 515 Farmingdale Lane Blacksburg, VA 24060 Entries close at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, May 20th 2015, or when the entry limit of 400 runs (350 jumping runs) per day is reached. AGILITY TRIAL COMMITTEE Trial Chair: Jennie Jones, 4001 Shadow Land Drive, Radford, VA 24141; (540) 230-1096 [email protected] Trial Secretary: Andrea Lengi, 515 Farmingdale Lane, Blacksburg, VA 24060; (540) 449-4557 [email protected] For more information visit our WEBSITE! www.allamericandogsports.com VETERINARIANS ON CALL (These clinics have 24 hour emergency care. Directions available at the secretary’s tent.) Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech, Duck Pond Drive, Blacksburg, Virginia 24061, (540) 231-4621 Town and Country Veterinary Clinic, 1605 N. Franklin St., Christiansburg, VA 24073, (540) 382-5042 PRIZES AND AWARDS Ribbons will be awarded for 1st through 4th place in each jump height for all classes in all Divisions excepting Chances, which is a pass/fail class. Qualifiers will receive a qualifying rosette. Anyone who achieves their NATCH at the trial will receive a special NATCH ribbon. New Title rosettes and New Award rosettes are also available. NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS Below is a brief summary of NADAC rules. Please refer to www.nadac.com for a full explanation of all NADAC rules and up to date information. Please note that NADAC trials should provide a safe and fun environment for both exhibitors and their dogs. Aggressive dogs will not be tolerated and will be excused from the trial. The show committee has the right to refuse any entry. Anyone not currently in good standing with NADAC will not be allowed to enter this trial. Exhibitors, through submission of entry, acknowledge that they are knowledgeable of NADAC rules and regulations, and agree to abide by all rules in effect at the time of this trial. No entry fee will be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reasons of riots, civil disturbances, fire, acts of God, public emergency, an act of a public enemy, or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee. Checks not honored by the bank do not constitute a valid entry fee. There will be a $25.00 service charge for bank returned checks. **Dog must be registered and have a valid registration number before entries will be accepted. http://nadac.com/afrm/dogregfrm.asp A copy of the current Exhibitors Handbook may be downloaded free from the NADAC web site: Exhibitors may request a printed copy of the current Exhibitor Handbook by sending $5.00 to: North American Dog Agility Council (NADAC); 5190 Neil Rd, Ste 430; Reno, NV 89502-8535 www.nadac.com IMPORTANT. Please check your dog's NADAC registration number on your trial confirmation as soon as you receive it; also, please check the copy of the results posted at the trial. You should report any errors to the Trial Secretary immediately. NADAC records trial results as they are submitted by the host clubs/groups. The individual trial results submitted by the club are uploaded to the www.NADACForum.com within two weeks after the NADAC office receives them from the club. Please accept the responsibility to review those results, and check that your registration number and qualifying points, as reported by the club, are correct. You can join the Forum by going to www.NADACForum.com and submitting your request. If you find an error in the reporting of your dog’s qualifying points or registration number, please contact the host club. The host club is responsible for correcting any errors and informing NADAC. Levels. Points earned at a higher level of a class, prior to the completion of the lower level title, will not be recorded by NADAC for future use. If a dog earns points in a level of a class that they are not eligible to title in, those points will not be added to the dog's records. TRIAL INFORMATION ENTRY FORMS: Our Word entry form allows you to type in your information. Please use this option as it makes it so much easier to read entry information. Please make sure your e-mail address is legible as we send out confirmations, show instructions and results to you via e-mail. The software requires both your dogs’ height at the withers and the jump height in which your dog is entered. NON-JUMPING CLASSES – VETERAN OR DISABLED HANDLER Handlers who are 60 years or older, or who have a disability that restricts mobility, may choose to enter the nonjumping classes as a Veteran Handler and receive 10% more standard course time. This option is for Veteran/Disabled handlers in the non-jumping classes only. The Veteran/Disabled Handler division is designed for handlers who, due to age or impairment, are mobility limited and need extra time to guide their canine partners through an agility course. When entering as a Veteran/Disabled Handler, you must enter all dogs in all classes for the entire trial in this Division and must jump 4” lower than your Proficient, Standard Division jump height requires. In the non-jumping classes, dogs will be scored and placed with their Standard Division jump height ENTRY FEES PER HOUSEHOLD: 1-9 runs $11/run, 10-13 runs $10/run, 14 or more runs $9/run per household, JH $6.00 a run. All entries are accepted on a first-come first-served basis. DAY OF TRIAL ENTRIES: We will accept day of trial entries if the trial does not fill. The day of trial entry fees will be $15.00 per class with no packages. Day of trial entries will be accepted up to 12midday. It is recommended you check with the trial secretary a week before the trial to make sure the trial is not already full. ENTRY CLOSING INFORMATION: Trial entry CLOSES at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, May 20, 2015, or when the entry limit of 400 runs (350 jumping runs) per day is reached (Saturday and Sunday). Apart from day of trial entries no entries will be accepted after the closing date. CONFIRMATIONS: a preliminary confirmation will be sent within a week of receipt of your premium and a final confirmation will be sent once the trial has closed. Please read over your confirmations carefully. We all make errors and we will certainly make corrections as long as we are notified prior to the final move up date after which the scribe sheets and running orders are printed. If you do not receive a confirmation within a week of sending in your entry or a week after the closing date (May 20th, 2015) please e-mail the trial secretary and let her know. ENTRY CHANGES: Entries may not be changed, altered, or withdrawn after the closing date except for a dog receiving a title after the closing date may be moved up to the next higher level by notifying the secretary on or before Monday, May 25th, 2015 at 8:00 PM. Please email move-up requests to Andrea Lengi at [email protected]. Please include your dog’s name, NADAC #, current classes entered and the requested change. REFUNDS: Refunds are allowed if requested before the closing date. There will be no refunds for entries withdrawn after the closing date for any reason other than bitches in heat (upon presentation of a veterinarian’s statement). There will be no refunds in the event that a dog and/or a handler are dismissed from competition regardless of reason for such dismissal. No entry fee will be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fire, an act of God, public emergency, act of a public enemy, or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee. The trial committee will leave a message on the club’s web site www.allamericandogsports.com that exhibitors can check up to the day of the trial in the event the trial is canceled for any of the above reasons. A $10.00 fee will be charged per dog/per day for ANY refund. The organizing committee may refuse any entry as provided through NADAC rules and regulations. Anyone not in good standing with NADAC will not be allowed entry in the trial. The management will not be responsible for the loss or damage to any dog exhibited, or for the possessions of any exhibitor whether the result was by accident or any other cause. It is distinctly understood that every dog at this event is in the care and custody and control of his owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. Any exhibitor whose dogs and/or children create unnecessary disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the Trial Committee, be asked to leave the show site. In such case, no refund of fees paid will be made. The safety of the dogs is our primary concern. Exhibitors, through submission of entry, acknowledge that they are knowledgeable of NADAC rules and regulations, and agree to abide by all rules in effect at the time of this trial, and that their dogs are familiar with and able to perform the obstacles safely. This trial is open to all healthy, trained dogs over 18 months of age, including purebred and mixed breed dogs. Bitches in heat, lame or blind dogs are ineligible for entry, as is any dog with a deformity that may cause a judge to not be able to reasonably assess the dog’s ability to function and perform agility obstacles safely, and in a manner that is in the best interest, health and welfare of the dog. Any dog that demonstrates aggression towards any person or any dog, whether inside the ring or outside the ring, must be excused from the agility trial. Any dog that the judge feels is not in enough control to perform all obstacles in a safe manner will be excused from the agility trial. Entry fees will not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused, or barred from completion by action of the Judge or Trial Committee. Measurement will begin at 7:30 AM on Saturday & Sunday. There is no check in. Measuring: All dogs entered in the Proficient Category in Novice, Open or Elite jumping 4”, 8”, 12” or 16” are required to be measured (except Veteran or Junior Handler dogs jumping 16”). Dogs jumping 20” are not required to be measured. Dogs in the Skilled Category or dogs with permanent height cards do not need to be measured. Dogs listed on the Height Exemption List do not need to be measured. Dogs must be entered in the Veterans Division after their 9th birthday. Dogs must be entered in the Skilled Category, Veterans Division after their 12th birthday. Vendors must contact show chairs for pre-approval. We will be providing lunch and snacks for workers. If you are not working you will be able to purchase lunch from us; a grocery store and fast-food restaurants are located within 5 minutes of trial grounds. Saturday to Sunday move-ups will be offered at this trial. You must hand your completed move-up form in no later than 30 minutes after the last class on Saturday. Move up forms will be available at the secretary’s tent. All dogs must be ON LEAD while not competing or warming up. A warm-up area, consisting of a regulation agility jump and a short set of weave poles will be available to all exhibitors. This will be a “containerized” trial: Exhibitors may enter the ring with a closed/sealed container (ie. a small Ziploc bag or pill bottle) in a pocket. The container must not be visible to the dog or anyone else and may not be opened within ten feet of the ring boundary. No loose treats or toys may be left at ringside or around the show grounds. No leads, collars, food, toys, or other aids or training devices shall be allowed on the course at any time unless containerized No food, toys, or training devices are allowed within 10 feet of the ring unless containerized. Competitors are responsible for being at ringside and ready when it is their turn to run. Cleaning up after your dog is a must! Those not cleaning up will be excused from classes for the rest of the day or for the remainder of the weekend, at the discretion of the Trial Committee. Workers Needed! As always, we depend upon YOU and your fellow competitors to help run our trial. In an effort to make things easier for everyone this year for the first time we will post a large Worker Schedule in or near the trial secretary tent where you can sign up to work the classes and jobs that YOU prefer to work! Remember, the Worker Schedule must be filled out and workers assigned before each class can begin. Thank you in advance for the generous contribution of your time and energy! Water and lunch will be provided for everyone who volunteers. IMPORTANT TRIAL SITE INFORMATION The trial will be held outdoors on grass on a soccer field. There is ample parking nearby. Parking by exhibitors is not permitted on the grass field. Exhibitors may park in the Blacksburg Community Center parking lot below the agility ring, or the Blacksburg Town Park parking lot above the agility ring. This is a public park, so please do not leave personal belongings at the site overnight. RING AND EQUIPMENT: Ring size is 100 feet by 100 feet. Obstacles that may be used in the trial may include: Rubber surfaced Dog Walk, Rubber surfaced A-Frame, Open Tunnels, 24” non staked Weave Poles, Barrel, Hoops and Non-Wing Jumps. All-American Dog Sports NADAC Agility Trial Entry Form Use one entry per dog Print or type all your information Saturday May 30 and Sunday May 31, 2015 Entries close May 20, 2015 @ 6:00 p.m. or when trial fills Return this form with a signed agreement and the correct fee to: Andrea Lengi 515 Farmingdale Lane, Blacksburg, VA 24060 Express Mail entries MUST include signature allowing them to be left without recipient’s signature. Name:_________________________________________________________________ Address:_______________________________________________________________ City, State. _____________________________________________________________ Postal Code ________________Phone # (_____)__________________ Email :(print clearly)_________________________________________ NADAC Reg # (required)_________________ Dogs Height at Withers________ Sex: M F Birthdate: M_______D_______Y______ Dog's Call Name: _________________________________________________________ Dog’s Registered Name: ___________________________________________________ Breed: _____________________________________ Copy of registration or permanent jump height card enclosed? Yes Handler’s name (please print):__________________________________________ Entering as a Veteran or disabled handler? yes. If so, your dogs will be entered in all runsin the Vets division ***Category (circle one) Jump Height (circle one) CLASS Standard SKILLED PROFICIENT*** 4 8 12 16 20 Skilled only Vet Hdlr DIVISION (CIRCLE ONE) 4 8 12 20+ Proficient only 16 LEVEL (CIRCLE ONE) DAY TUNNELERS 1 STD VET* NOVICE OPEN ELITE SATURDAY SUNDAY TUNNELERS 2 STD VET* NOVICE OPEN ELITE SATURDAY SUNDAY TOUCH N GO 1 STD VET* NOVICE OPEN ELITE SATURDAY SUNDAY TOUCH N GO 2 STD VET* NOVICE OPEN ELITE SATURDAY SUNDAY WEAVERS 1 STD VET* NOVICE OPEN ELITE SATURDAY SUNDAY WEAVERS 2 STD VET* NOVICE OPEN ELITE SATURDAY SUNDAY *This division is for disabled or veteran handlers only AGREEMENT The person who signs this agreement represents that he/she is authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of both exhibitor and the owner of entered dog. In consideration of acceptance of this entry: 1.1. As used here 'NADAC' means North American Dog Agility Council, LLC., its members, officers, directors, employees, show chairs, show committees and agents. 1.2 Exhibitor/owner, agree to abide by the rules and regulations of NADAC, and any other rules and regulations appearing in the premium for this event. 1.3. Exhibitor/owner certify that the entered dog is not a hazard to persons, dogs, or property and that the entered dog's rabies vaccination is current in accordance with the requirement of the state in which the dog resides. 1.4. Exhibitor/owner acknowledge all hazards presented by the event and the event premises, including, but not limited to, the condition of the floors, stairways, halls, lighting, security measures or lack of, electrical appliances, fitting, show rings, parking areas and the presence of unfamiliar animals and people; exhibitor and owner assume the risk of any harm arising from these. 1.5. Exhibitor/owner release NADAC (including NADAC officers, directors, employees, and members), All-American Dog Sports (including its officers, directors, and members, and event organizing committee), and will defend them and hold them harmless from all present and future loss, injury, damage, claims, demands and liabilities involving the entered dog, the event or event premises. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing hold harmless provisions, exhibitor/owner hereby specifically assume sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expenses (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damages because of bodily injuries, including death, at any time in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, howsoever such injury, or death may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents or any other persons. Exhibitor understands there is a returned check fee of $25. THE MANAGEMENT will not be responsible for the loss or damage to any dog exhibited, or for the possessions of any exhibitor whether the result was by accident or any other cause. It is distinctly understood that every dog at this event is in the care and custody and control of his owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. Any exhibitor whose dogs and/or children create unnecessary disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the Show Committee be asked to leave the show site. In such case, no refund of fees paid will be made. I have read, understood, and acknowledge the above Agreement. I am knowledgeable of the North American Dog Agility Council's (NADAC) Rules and Regulations governing sanctioned agility trials. ENTRY FEES INFORMATION Fees per Household: 1-9 runs $11.00 per run 10-13 runs $10.00 per run 14 or more runs $9.00 per run Junior Handlers $6.00 per run __________________________________________________ Signature of Owner/Exhibitor Date Please fill out one entry for each dog entered. Make checks out to All-American Dog Sports Check # ___________ Total $______________ ______________________________________________ Signature of Parent of Legal Guardian of Minor Date Entry not valid unless signed, dated, and submitted with correct fee. MOTELS The motels have accepted dogs in the past. Please confirm pet policy and pet fees when you make your reservation. We ask your cooperation in cleaning up after your dogs in your room and on the motel grounds so that we can use these dog-friendly motels at future trials. Hampton Inn, 380 Arbor Drive, Christiansburg, VA (tel.) 540-381-5874 Comfort Inn, 3705 South Main Street, Blacksburg, VA 24060 (tel) 540-951-1500 Days Inn, 3503 Holiday Lane, Blacksburg, VA (tel) 540-951-1330 Super 8 Christiansburg/Blacksburg, 55 Laurel St, Christiansburg, VA 24073 (540) 382-5813 Quality Inn, 50 Hampton Blvd., Christiansburg, VA, 24073 (tel) (540) 382-2055 RV CAMPING AT TRIAL SITE A limited amount of space is available for RV’s at the trial site. There are no hook ups or water available. Please contact Andrea Lengi by email [email protected] - if you would like a spot reserved for you and let her know the size of your RV. CAMPING Dixie Caverns Campground, Salem, VA (I-81, exit 132, just E to US 11, then just S) 5753 W Main St (US 11/460), Salem, VA 24153. 540-380-2085 DIRECTIONS TO THE TRIAL SITE The trial will be held outdoors on grass at the Town of Blacksburg Park at 725 Patrick Henry Drive, Blacksburg, Va 24060. This is a public park, so please do not leave personal belongings at the site overnight. From I-81 North or South, take Exit 118B and get on US460 West towards Blacksburg. (Exits 118 A, B, and C all exit together and split up later.) Drive approximately 10 miles (past Va Tech) and take the Tom’s Creek Road exit. Turn right onto Tom’s Creek Road. Drive 0.2 miles and turn left onto Patrick Henry Drive. Drive 1.3 miles, and turn right into the Blacksburg Community Center parking lot.
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