FINDON DOWNS DOG TRAINING CLUB Schedule of 45th Open

FINDON DOWNS DOG TRAINING CLUB
Schedule of 45th Open Obedience Show
(Held Under Kennel Club Rules and Regulations G and licensed by the Kennel Club Limited)
At
Fontwell Park Racecourse, Fontwell, West Sussex, BN18 0SY
On
Saturday 25th April, 2015
Show Opens: 9:00 a.m.
Judging Commences: 10.00 a.m.
Show Closes 30 minutes after completion of judging
GUARANTORS TO THE KENNEL CLUB
Chairman:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Mr B. Maynard, bertmaynard@hotmail.co.uk
Miss P. O’Shea, patricia.oshea@btinternet.com
Mr Philip Bigg, phil.retrievers67@ntlworld.com
SHOW SECRETARY: Miss P. O’Shea, Tel: 01243 551966 (see above)
CHIEF STEWARD: Sandra Cobbold
Prize Cards and Rosettes to Sixth Place
ENTRY FEES: CLASSES
CATALOGUE
OVERNIGHT CAMPING
£4.50
£4.00
£6.00
PER DOG PER CLASS
PAYABLE WITH ENTRY
PAYABLE WITH ENTRY
(Not to arrive before 4pm please)
ENTRIES TO BE MADE TO: Mrs M. Viney, Chantry Byre, Chantry Lane,
Storrington, West Sussex, RH20 4AB Tel: 01903 744338
Cheques made payable to: FINDON DOWNS DOG TRAINING CLUB
ENTRIES CLOSE: 14th March, 2015 (Received by)
Eligibility – last qualifying date – 7th March, 2015
FREE PARKING - STRICTLY AT STEWARD’S DIRECTION
PUBLIC CATERING
Veterinary Surgeon on Call: The Downlands Veterinary Group,
118 Victoria Drive, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 2EJ Tel: 01243 841111
Unless specifically requested, Running Orders will not be posted to competitors,
but will be available from http://fddtc.weebly.com, patricia.oshea@btinternet.com and
http://www.obedienceuk.com. Notification of the publication of the Running Orders will be
posted on http://www.obedienceuk.com
CLASS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
CLASSIFICATION
JUDGE
Pre-Beginner (Dog & Bitch)
Sue Garner
Beginner (Dog & Bitch)
Melinda Partner
Novice Dog
Sue Johnson
Novice Bitch
Fran Bush
Class A Dog
Jane Martin
Class A Bitch
Juliette Wettern
Class B Dog
Kathy Case
Class B Bitch
Anne Northfield
Class C Dog
Janet Bates
Class C Bitch
Kamal Fernandez
GCDS Special Pre-Beginner
Di Morgan
Obedience Stakes (Dog &
Bitch)
RESERVE
Carol Hale
Sinead Mowatt
Timed Stays will commence at 11.00 a.m. and take priority over all other tests.
PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHIES (Open to All)
These Trophies are the property of the Club and must not be engraved or defaced in any way and must be
returned upon request.
DOGS
BITCHES
Pre-Beginner
SAMADOR TROPHY
PYM TROPHY
Beginner
ALEXANDER CUP
STAIRBRIDGE TROPHY
Novice
VALLEY AWARD
CISSBURY CUP
Class ‘A’
RAYSTEDE TROPHY
SILVA SIRIUS CUP
Class ‘B’
THE PUMA TROPHY
AILSA CUP
Class ‘C’
COLEVALE TROPHY
VIXEN CUP
PLAQUES:
SILVA PENNY AWARD:
DANNY BOY AWARD:
MEMBERS AWARD:
SHEPPIE TROPHY:
SPICE TROPHY:
BEST RESCUE:
DORIS POWELL
MEMORIAL TROPHIES:
THE JANUS TROPHY:
BEST UNPLACED GSD
ROSETTES:
FINDON NEWS SHIELD:
AWARD OF MERIT
CERTIFICATES
Awarded to all First Place Winners.
Best Poodle in Beginners.
Best Gundog in Beginners (KC Breed Classification).
For the Club Member attaining the highest percentage of marks in any
class. Open to FDDTC members who have attended at least 20 training
sessions in the last 12 months.
For the Best Sheltie Dog in Pre-Beginners or Beginners.
For the Best Sheltie Bitch in Pre-Beginners or Beginners.
For the Best Rescue in Beginners.
These Perpetual Challenge Trophies to be awarded to the Shetland
Sheepdog (Dog) and Shetland Sheepdog (Bitch) attaining the highest
percentage marks in any Class in the Show. In the event of a tie, the
winner will be decided by drawing lots.
Donated by Joyce Stranger to the Golden Retriever attaining the highest
percentage marks in any Class in the Show.
For The Best Unplaced GSD in all Pre-Beginner and Beginner Classes.
A Club may enter as many teams as it wishes. Each team shall consist of
three dogs: one dog in each of any of 3 different classes, e.g. PreBeginners, Novice, Class C. Team Entries to be made on the day of the
Show to the appointed Steward. No charge will be made for Team Award
entries. Team members are responsible for giving their results to the
Award Steward. Team Entries close at the commencement of judging. Any
handler with two or more dogs must nominate the team each dog is
representing. Each dog may only be entered in one team and in one class
on that team. Points will be given to the first 6 dogs in each Class/Part
Class as follows: 6 pts for 1st, 5 points for 2nd and so on down to 1 pt for
6th place.
Certificates will be available from the judge, and can be claimed by any
team losing ten or fewer marks in the Pre-Beginner and Beginner classes
DEFINITIONS OF CLASSES
1. In the following definitions of Classes First Prize wins in Limited Show Obedience Classes and Open Shows confined
to one breed do not count for entry in Open and Championship Obedience Classes but do count for eligibility at
Limited Obedience Shows or Open Shows confined to one breed.
2. A dog must be entered in the lowest scheduled class for which it is eligible and may also be entered in another
standard class if desired, plus one additional special class if scheduled.
PRE-BEGINNERS:
BEGINNERS:
NOVICE:
CLASS ‘A’:
CLASS ‘B’:
GCDS SPECIAL PREBEGINNER
OBEDIENCE STAKES
To compete in Pre-Beginners a handler or dog must not have won a First Prize
in either Pre-Beginners or Beginners nor gained a third place or above in any
other obedience class.
To compete in Beginners a handler or dog must not have won a total of two or
more First Prizes in Beginners class or one First prize in any other Obedience
Class (Pre-Beginners excepted).
For dogs which have not won two First Prizes in Obedience Classes (PreBeginners and Beginners excepted).
For dogs which have not won three First Prizes in Class ‘A’, ‘B’ and Open
Class ‘C’ in total.
For dogs which have not won three First Prizes in Class ‘B’ and Open Class ‘C’
in total.
Handler or dog must not have won a First Prize in Pre-Beginners nor gained a
third place or above in any other standard obedience class (Introductory Class
excepted). Exhibits must have obtained a minimum of their Kennel Club Good
Citizen Dog Scheme Bronze Award prior to the closing date of the show.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
These rules and regulations are to be read in conjunction with the Kennel Club Obedience Show Regulations G under
which this show is licensed. It is the responsibility of everyone entering this show to make themselves familiar with the
Kennel Club G Regulations, available from the Kennel Club
1.
Dogs entered at Kennel Club licensed Obedience Shows must be registered at the Kennel Club in accordance
with Kennel Club Regulations for Classification and Registration B.
2.
All dogs registered and resident outside the UK must be issued with a Kennel Club Authority to Compete
number before entry to the show/event can be made. All overseas entries without an Authority to Compete
number will be returned to the exhibitor/competitor.
3.
Only dogs of six calendar months of age and over are eligible for competition at Kennel Club licensed
Obedience Shows.
4.
Not for competition entries will be accepted for dogs aged four calendar months and over. Dogs must be Kennel
Club registered with their full details recorded on the entry form.
5.
Unless specifically requested, Running Orders will not be posted to competitors, but will be available from
patricia.oshea@btinternet.com and http://www.obedienceuk.com. Notification of the publication of the Running
Orders will be posted on http://www.obedienceuk.com.
6.
In the case of a dog owned in partnership and entered in Members' classes or competing for Members' Specials
each partner must at the time of entry be a member of the Society.
7.
The Committee reserves to itself the right to refuse entries.
8.
In the event that the show is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, the club/society will refund fees, less
reasonably incurred expenses, on receipt of a stamped, addressed envelope submitted within 1 month of the
show date.
9.
In classes without a full running order dogs will be received until one hour after the commencement of judging
(11:00 a.m.) after which no dogs may be received except under unforeseen and exceptional circumstances and
by special permission of the Show Management.
10. Timed stays will take place and will take priority over other tests; the times will be published at the show and in
the catalogue.
11. For the duration of the show all dogs, including those in the exercise area, must be on a lead except when
competing or practising prior to competition.
12. Animals allowed in Event
No animal other than one officially entered shall be brought into the precincts of the event during its continuance,
except any dogs registered to assist the disabled, or dogs required for educational or instructional purposes or
by permission of the General Committee. 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 the dog is free from disease and that the dog will be kept under proper
control at all times.
13. Following discussion between the Chief Steward and 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 which is in season, b. Suffering from any infectious or contagious disease.
c. Interfering with the safety or chance of winning of an opponent.
d. Of such temperament or is so much out of control as to be a danger to the safety of any person or other
animal.
e. Likely to cause suffering to the dog if it continues competing.
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The circumstances of such a removal shall be recorded in the Show Incident Book and submitted to the Kennel
Club.
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.
No person shall carry out punitive correction or harsh handling of a dog at any time within the boundaries of the
Show.
No competitor shall impugn the decision of the Judge or Judges.
Should a judge be unable to fulfil the appointment to judge the Committee reserves the right to appoint another
judge.
Should circumstances so dictate the Society, in consultation with the judges, may alter arrangements as
necessary. Such changes and the circumstances surrounding them will be reported to the Kennel Club.
There is no prize money on offer at this Show.
DOGS IN CARS ON HOT DAYS
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.
Welfare of Dogs A 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 not knowingly put their dogs’ health and welfare at
risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise. A breach of this Regulation may be referred to the General
Committee for disciplinary action under Kennel Club Rules and Regulations.
Food and/or toys shall not be carried or given to a dog under test except in an Introductory class where silent toy
and food rewards may be used between and after exercises and in a special class if mentioned in the class
definition. Competitors must not distract other dogs when rewarding their dog with food, toy or play. (Refer to
Obedience Code of Conduct).
DIRECTIONS TO VENUE
Fontwell Park is situated on the A27/A29 roundabout between Chichester and Arundel. Access is from
Fontwell Avenue (the A29, towards Bognor Regis), the entrance is 400 yards from the roundabout on the
right hand side.
FINDON DOWNS DOG TRAINING CLUB
Open Obedience Show
to be held at
FONTWELL PARK RACECOURSE,
FONTWELL, WEST SUSSEX, BN18 0SY
On SATURDAY 25TH APRIL, 2015
CLOSING DATE FOR
ENTRIES (Received by)
14TH MARCH 2015
Cheques payable to
Findon Downs Dog Training Club
£ Sterling cheques only accepted.
On no account will entries be accepted
without fees.
Entries @ £4.50 per class
£
Catalogue @ £4.00 each
£
Entries NFC
Overnight Camping @ £6.00
(Not to arrive before 4pm)
FREE
£
In the event of incorrect or dishonoured
cheques being returned by the bank, a charge
£
TOTAL ENCLOSED
of £10 will be levied against the exhibitor
per returned item. Failure to pay will be
referred to The Kennel Club.
INSTRUCTIONS 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 the 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 and if a registered dog has changed ownership the
TRANSFER must be registered before the date of the Show. Puppies under 6 months of age on the first day of the Show 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. For new registrations the first choice name on the Registration Application form should be used. Please put all classes in numerical
order and USE BLOCK CAPITALS throughout when completing this entry form. PLEASE CHECK ALL DETAILS BEFORE POSTING.
(Under Kennel Club Rules and Show Regulations G)
Registered Name of Dog
Followed by KC Reg. No (or ATC* No)
Breed
Sex
D/B
Full
Date of
Birth
Breeder
SIRE
DAM
To be
entered in
Classes
KC Registration (or *ATC) No:
KC Registration (or *ATC) No:
KC Registration (or *ATC) No:
DECLARATION:
I/We agree to submit to and be bound by the Kennel Club Rules and Regulations in their present form or as they
may be amended from time to time in relation to all canine matters with 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 to 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 its
health or welfare.
I/We further declare that I believe to the best of my knowledge that the dogs are not liable to disqualification
under Kennel Club Regulations.
In the case of joint registered ownership the name of every owner must be given here
Name of Owner(s):
Address:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Your address will appear in the catalogue unless you tick here
Usual Signature of Owner(s) ...................................................................................................... Date.....................
Please complete:
ALL registered owners must sign here unless the signatory holds written authority and consent from other joint
A Running Order notification will not be posted to you unless you tick here
registered owners to sign on their behalf; evidence of such authority may be required.
Entries and Fees which MUST BE PREPAID to be sent to:
NOTE: Dogs entered in breach of Kennel Club Show Regulations are liable to disqualification whether or not the
Mrs M. Viney, Chantry Byre, Chantry Lane, STORRINGTON, West Sussex, RH20 4AB Tel: 01903 744338
owner was aware of the breach.
* The Kennel Club Registration No (or the Authority to Compete No for dogs resident outside the UK) must be stated or the entry will be returned.
I shall be attending the Findon Downs DTC Annual Open Show and will be available to assist in the capacity of:Tick as
applicable
Ring Steward
Topping up Ringside Refreshments for Judges/Stewards
etc
Scoreboard Steward
Setting up on Friday (from 4:00 pm)
Scribe
Clearing up on Saturday
Stay Steward
My Name Is:
Contacted By:
(From Findon)
Tick as
applicable
Telephone No:
Date:
DOGS IN CARS ON HOT DAYS
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 LIABILILTY FOR ANY
DAMAGE CAUSED.
Your dog is vulnerable and at risk during hot weather and the Kennel Club offers the following guidance to help guide you through the do’s and
don’ts of travelling to and whilst at KC licensed events.
 When travelling to a show please take a moment to consider whether the route to the show is on a busy holiday route, and leave earlier to
avoid increased time in traffic jams.
 Ensure your dog is not sitting in full sunlight. There should be plenty of free flowing air around the dog.
 Keep the dog in the shade – take your own shade, for example a large umbrella, and always have plenty of water available to drink, so your
dog stays well hydrated.
Remember, if you feel hot your dog is very likely to feel much hotter and dehydrated, and this could lead to dire results. Please look after your
dog’s welfare.
Anyone 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 not put a dog’s health and welfare at risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise. Breach of Kennel Club Regulations in this respect
may be referred to the General Committee for disciplinary action under Kennel Club Rules and Regulations.
Right to Refuse Entries: Exhibitors/Competitors are reminded that show societies have the right under Kennel Club Regulations to refuse any entry.