All Breeds including Mixed Breeds Welcome!
ASCA Sanctioned
AGILITY TRIAL
TOP DOG PERFORMANCE CLUB
of NORTHERN ARIZONA (TDPC)
and
NORTHERN ARIZONA AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD ASSOCIATION (NAASA)
Yavapai College
Roughrider Baseball Field
1100 East Sheldon Street, Prescott, AZ 86301
Outdoors on Grass
April 21st – 22nd, 2012
Judge
Richard Pittman, El Cajon, CA
10 Classes Offered (350 runs per day)
Saturday April 21st: 2 Regular, 2 Gamblers, 1 Jumpers
Sunday April 22nd: 2 Regular, 1 Gamblers, 2 Jumpers
Pre-entries Open Mar 19, 2012 and will Close April 7, 2012, or sooner, if the limit has been reached. If trial does not fill, day of show entries will be taken from 7:00 - 7:30 AM on Saturday & Sunday.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Postmark date is date of record. Please do not send entries “Signature Required”.
What is ASCA agility?
Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) agility is open to all dogs, both purebred and mixes, at least eighteen (18) months of age. Courses are typically fast and flowing.
Can any dog enter?
ASCA agility is open to all breeds and mixes. An ASCA registration number or tracking number is not required to enter the trial. However if you want ASCA to track your qualifying legs and issue your title certificates, then your dog must have an ASCA registration number (Aussies only) or a tracking number. Tracking numbers may be applied for at time of entry, see tracking number application included in this premium.
Do I have to start in Novice?
No, you may enter at a higher level, however any qualifying scores will first be used to satisfy the lower title requirements. Example: if you do not have any ASCA agility titles and you enter in Open Regular, your first 30 points in Open will be used to satisfy the Novice title before being applied to the Open title.
Is training in the ring allowed?
Yes, as in NADAC agility, reasonable training in the ring is allowed, however you will receive an elimination. Collars, leashes and toys are not allowed in the ring.
Is ASCA Gamblers class a traditional gamble?
Yes, ASCA agility has traditional gamblers class as well as veterans and junior handlers divisions in all classes.
What is required for a title?
The regular class requires 30 points to complete a title. A clean run is awarded 10 pts, a faulted run (over time/knocked bar) is awarded 5 pts. Gamblers and Jumpers requires 20 pts (2 clean runs) for a title. You can remain at the same level after completing a title to work toward Outstanding or Superior titles, or move up to the next level.
What if I don’t have an ASCA jump height card?
You can use your AKC or NADAC height card, so you don’t have to wait to be measured. Send a copy with your entry.
NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS
This trial will be held under the current rules and regulations of ASCA.
This trial is open to all dogs being at least eighteen (18) months of age, including purebred and non-purebred, except bitches in season, dogs suffering from any deformity, injury or illness that may affect the dog’s physical or mental performance, or dogs exhibiting any signs of aggression towards people or other dogs.
Dogs are not required to have an ASCA Registration, ASCA LEP, or Tracking number to enter this trial. Handlers do not need to be ASCA members. However, as of January 1, 2003, ASCA requires registration of all non- ASCA® registered dogs in order to record and track these dogs for ASCA titles. If you wish to continue to have your qualifying scores recorded and receive ASCA titling certificates, you must register your dog and become a service member of ASCA at the time of registration. We will have forms available at the trial, a form is attached to this premium or you can go to the ASCA website www.asca.org.
CLUB RULES FOR THE TRIAL
No entry shall be accepted from a dog or handler disqualified from the ASCA® agility program; a dog or handler disqualified from all ASCA® programs; or a member not in good standing with ASCA®. Every entrant must be in good standing with ASCA®, NAASA and TDPC.
All dogs must be on leash when not competing in the ring or using warm-up equipment. Safety shall always be of foremost consideration in actions and conduct by handlers at all times.
TDPC and NAASA require that you pick up after your dog at the show site and the hotel. No grooming or bathing of dogs in the hotel room! Do not leave dogs unattended in rooms. Any complaints made by the hotel could result in loss of future trial privileges
No entry will be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reason of riot, civil disobedience, fire and act of God, public emergency, and act of a public enemy, or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee
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.
No alcoholic beverages allowed on the show site.
There will be no refunds for entries in the event a dog and/or handler is dismissed from competition regardless of the reason for such dismissal.
A withdrawal from the competition after the closing date due to an injury and/or illness and/or a bitch coming into season after the closing date may be eligible for a refund up to 75% of total entry fee paid. A Veterinarian’s notice of injury or illness will be required for a refund.
Participation is a privilege afforded by the Host Clubs and may be withdrawn by the Trial Committee for suitable causes only. Entries refused and reason why will be reported to ASCA.
Agility obstacles shall be chosen from those described in the current edition of ASCA® OfficialRules and Regulations (equipment will include winged and wingless Jumps, Tunnels, Weave Poles, A-Frame, Teeter, Dog-Walk, slatless contacts will be used at this event).
GENERAL INFORMATION
SHOW COMMITTEE
Co-Chairpersons: Kathy Bryan NAASA, ASCA, TDPC 928-776-7983
Mickey Enge, TDPC
Show Secretary: Susan Paluszcyk NAASA, ASCA, TDPC 928-771-8482
Email:
Chief Course Builder: Dan Roy
Chief Ring Steward: Penny Pape NAASA, ASCA, TDPC
Equipment Manager: Donna Armstrong, NAASA, ASCA, TDPC
RULES OF AGILITY ENTRY FOR THIS TRIAL
Entries accepted based on POSTMARK DATE. Confirmations will be emailed to all entered with information regarding which classes you have entered, check-in times and directions to the trial site
Checks not honored by the bank do not constitute a valid entry fee. There will be a $35 service charge for bank returned checks.
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PRIZES / AWARDS
Flat Ribbons or Medallions will be awarded to first through fourth places in all jump heights in all classes. Flat Ribbons or Medallions awarded for those finishing a title and qualifying Flat Ribbons or Medallions awarded for those achieving a qualifying score. Ribbons/prizes must be picked up during the weekend. Ribbons/prizes WILL NOT be mailed.
Check-in will be at the ring for your first run of the trial.
NOTE: Dogs that require measuring will be measured Saturday and Sunday at 7AM
MEASURING – New Rule Effective 2/1/2012
Dogs entering the Small, Medium and Large dog classes (i.e. classes in which the dog’s height is 20” and under) that do not have permanent ASCA, NADAC or AKC height cards are required to be measured at time of check-in. Please send a copy of your ASCA, NADAC or AKC height card, if your dog has one, with your entry.
SmallestDogs / Small
Dogs / Medium
Dogs / Large
Dogs / Largest
Dogs
Standard / Withers
11” and
Under
jump 8” / Withers
14” and
Under
jump 12” / Withers
18” and
Under
jump 16” / Withers
20” and
Under
Jump 20” / Withers over 20”, jump 20+ (may jump 24”)
Jr. Handler / Withers
11” and
Under
jump 4” / Withers
14” and
Under
jump 8” / Withers
18” and
Under
jump 12” / Withers over 18” jump 16”(may jump higher) / Withers over 18” jump 16”(may jump higher)
Veterans / Withers
11” and
Under
jump 4” / Withers
14” and
Under
jump 8” / Withers
18” and
Under
jump 12” / Withers
20” and
Under
Jump 16” / Withers over 20”, jump 16+”
GENERAL INFORMATION – Continued
Move-ups will be accepted from Saturday to Sunday.
General Briefing and Walk Through will begin at 8:00AM on Saturday and Sunday.
Judging will begin at 8:30 AM on Saturday and Sunday.
Rings and Run Orders:
There will be 2 rings set up. Ring one will be for Regular and Gamblers. Ring two will be for Jumpers. All run orders will be elite, open, novice levels. Saturday small to large size, dog “Call Name” A - Z. Sunday large to small size, Z – A “Call Name”. We reserve the right to change, if needed..
Saturday Run Order: Gamblers 1, Gamblers 2, Regular 1 & 2 EEOONN, Jumpers 1.
Sunday Run Order: Gamblers 3, Regular 3 & 4 EEOONN, Jumpers 2, Jumpers 3.
Running order is determined alphabetically. Handlers with more than one dog in a class will be separated if possible.
All dogs for a given class should be present at ringside at least one-half hour prior to the start of the scheduled classes for walk through and briefing. Any dog and handler not present when called will be ineligible to run.
ATTENTION EXHIBITORS
This is an outdoor trial on grass. Bring shade, ground cover and water. Be prepared for wind.
Bathroom facilities will be available late Friday afternoon through end of trial on Sunday.
No setups allowed within 10 feet of agility rings. Do not interfere with, or distract dogs that are competing in the ring. Be considerate of the dog/handler teams that are competing in the ring.
There will be no food concessions on site, but restaurants and fast food franchises are nearby.
Your cooperation is requested in maintaining the cleanliness of the show grounds. This is a self-cleaning show. Please clean up after your dogs. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from trial.
Do not leave dogs in closed vehicles.
The welfare of an exhibitor’s child is assumed to be the responsibility of the exhibitor. It is distinctly understood that exhibitors will exercise control & restraint over their children on the days of the show.
TDPC/NAASA assumes no responsibility for personal injury or death of any person, theft, injury or death to any animal or damage or loss of any property while at or on the Show Grounds or in transit to or from the show.
There is no provision for un-entered dogs at this show.
Dogs allowed in rings during judging only.
RV Parking
There is NO RV parking on site. There are several camp grounds in the Prescott area.
ASCA CLASSES
REGULAR class: The ASCA Regular class will consist of a designated sequence of 14-20 ASCA approved obstacles. Clean runs within the standard course time are awarded 10-point qualifications Runs that do not accumulate more than five time and course faults qualify. Qualifying runs with no faults receive 10 points; runs with no more than five faults receive 5 points.
JUMPERS class: The ASCA Jumpers class is primarily composed of single jumps, but may also include one double bar jump, the tire jump, one closed tunnel (chute), and/or open tunnels. The course consists of 12-20 obstacles. Speed is of essence in the Jumpers class, and teams must have a clean run with no time faults in order to qualify. Qualifying runs receive 10 points.
GAMBLERS class: The ASCA Gamblers class is the “Old-Style Gamblers” with point accumulation period, immediately followed by a gamble sequence. Qualifying runs receive 10 points.
Accumulation Period. All dogs are allowed 30 seconds in the accumulation period. Each type of obstacle is assigned a point value and teams must accumulate a minimum number of points in the accumulation period (Novice-15 pts, Open 18-pts, Elite-21 pts). During the accumulation period the handler directs the dog over a course determined by the team. The dog may not perform the gamble sequence or any segment of the gamble sequence in order; however they may perform the obstacles individually or in the reverse sequence. Note that if a bar on a gamble obstacle is knocked down during the point accumulation period, the dog cannot receive credit for performing the gamble sequence.
Gamble Sequence: The Gamble sequence is composed of 4 required obstacles and sometimes a 5th optional obstacle. The gamble period begins immediately at the end of the accumulation period. In the gamble period, dogs must perform the 4 obstacles in the designated sequence within the designated time, with handlers remaining behind a “gamble line”. Teams will not qualify if the handler crosses the gamble line or if a bar is dropped during the performance of the gamble.
For more information on ASCA classes, please refer to the ASCA Agility Rules & Regulations at www.asca.org