Columbia Agility Team

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1 Columbia Agility Team presents The 5 th Annual NW Cup USDAA Grand Prix of Dog Agility SM Qualifier and USDAA Sanctioned Agility Test Championship Classes All Standard and Non-Standard Performance Classes All Standard and Non-Standard, Pairs Relay Judges: Pat Corl, Mesquite, TX Gary Visintainer, Craig, CO Debbie Berkley, Beavercreek, OR February 23 & 24, 2002 Clackamas County Fairgrounds Canby, OR 2 rings indoors on packed earth Entry closes 6 pm, Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2002 There is no secondary closing for this event. USDAA, Agility Dog, Advanced Agility Dog, Master Agility Dog and Agility Dog Champion are registered trademarks and Jumpers Master SM, Gamblers Master SM, Relay Master SM, Snooker Master SM, Performance Dog I SM, Performance Dog II SM, Performance Dog III SM, Performance Jumper SM, Performance Gambler SM, Performance Snooker SM, Accomplished Performance Dog SM, Veteran Agility Dog SM,, Veteran Advanced Agility Dog SM and Grand Prix of Dog Agility SM are exclusive service marks of United States Dog Agility Association, Inc.

2 Organizing Committee Trial Secretary: Trial Chairman: Chief Ring Steward: Chief Scorers: Susan Goble, (503) Kathryn King, (503) Lisa Harper Hilary Hankins & Kitty Ware Chief Course Builders: Tom Berkley & Steve Ware Entry closes: 6 pm, Tuesday, Jan. 22, Dogs entered in Performance classes are welcome to enter the Grand Prix; however, because the Grand Prix is run at Championship height, the handler must submit a separate entry form for that run, listing the dog at its Championship height. Fees: Grand Prix $17 Each Standard run $15 per standard run All other runs $8 per run Weekend packages are available as shown on the entry form. Junior handlers are eligible for a 50% discount on all runs whether in a junior handling class or in a regular agility class. This may not be combined with any package or CAT discount. Each dog must have a USDAA number to run at this trial. If your dog does not have one, fill out the registration form included in this premium and return it with your entry. The fee is $12. As with each event CAT puts on, a percentage of the proceeds will go to charity. The recipient for this event will be Guide Dogs for the Blind. Directions to Show Site: Canby is located southeast of Portland in Clackamas County. Southbound on I-205: Take I-205 exit #9, Oregon City. Follow signs for 99E south to Canby (approx 8 miles). Watch for the fairgrounds on your right as you approach Canby. Turn right on 3 rd Avenue and follow 3 rd to Fairgrounds. Southbound on I-5: Take I-5 exit #282, Canby-Hubbard. Follow the signs to Canby. After you enter Canby, take a right on Grant, followed by a left on 3 rd Avenue. Follow 3 rd to the fairgrounds. Northbound on I-5: Take I-5 exit 278, Donald Aurora. Turn right (east) at the bottom of the exit ramp and proceed to Aurora (approx 1 mile). Turn left (north) on 99E. Follow 99E into Canby. The fairgrounds are on the left at the 3 rd /4 th Avenue stoplight. PET FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATIONS & VET INFORMATION Holiday Inn Select (503) SW 95th Ave., Wilsonville, OR (I-5 exit 286) Pet policy: $50 refundable cash or credit card deposit, $10 charge per pet per night Val-U-Inn Motel (503) Clackamette Dr., Oregon City, OR (I-205 exit 9) Pet Policy: no deposit, $5 charge per pet per night. May not be left unattended. Best Western Willamette Inn (503) SW Parkway Ave, Wilsonville OR (I-5 exit 283) Pet Policy: No extra charge; pet rooms limited. 25 pounds and under, maximum 2 pets per room. May not be left unattended. EconoLodge Canby (503) SW 1 st, Canby, OR (3/4 mi west of fairgrounds on Hwy 99-W) Pet Policy: Dogs allowed with prior approval. No additional fee or deposit. May not be left unattended. 24-hour emergency vet Tualatin Emergency Vet Clinic (503) SW Mohave Ct, Tualatin, OR

3 Class Descriptions USDAA Grand Prix of Dog Agility SM Local Qualifier: This single-round tournament is open to all dogs regardless of title or skill level. The course includes an A-frame, dog walk or cross-over, see-saw, pipe tunnel, collapsed tunnel, weave poles, tire jump and a variety of other jumps and hurdles. Scoring follows regulations for standard scoring under Masters rules, except that time standards may generally range from 3.50 to 3.75 yps for dogs competing in the 22 and 26 height classes; from 2.85 to 3.00 yps in the 12 height class; and from 3.00 to 3.20 yps for dogs competing in the 16 height class. Dogs that earn ten or fewer faults (combined course and time penalties) shall qualify to enter one of the Regional Championship events or the quarterfinals to be held later in A complete copy of the 2002 tournament rules, which are hereby incorporated by reference, will be posted at the event, or may be obtained directly from USDAA upon written request. Championship Dog Agility Program (formerly, Regular Classes): The Championship Program classes are for dogs not entered in the Performance Program at this event. Classes include standard agility, gamblers, jumpers, pairs relay and snooker agility as set forth in USDAA rules and regulations, each of which are conducted at three competitive levels, as listed below: The Starter/Novice level classes shall be for any dog that has not earned the Agility Dog title. When offered separately as Starters and Novice classes, the starters level classes are for any dog that has also not earned a title in the Performance Program, or any dog handled by a person who has not previously earned the Agility Dog title or a title in the Veterans or Performance Program with any dog. The Advanced level classes shall be for any dog that has earned the Agility Dog title and has not earned the Advanced Agility Dog title. The Masters level classes shall be for any dog that has earned the Advanced Agility Dog title. Additionally, any dog that has received two qualifying scores in one Advanced level nonstandard agility class (i.e., snooker, jumpers, gamblers or pairs relay), with scores being earned from 2 different judges (and with 2 different partners in pairs relay), shall be eligible for entry into the same Masters level nonstandard class without having earned the Advanced Agility Dog title. Performance Program Classes: Performance Program classes are open to dogs not entered in the Championship Dog Agility Program at the agility test. Classes include standard performance, gamblers performance, jumpers performance and snooker performance classes as defined in USDAA rules & regulations. Generally Performance Level I, Level II and Level III are run on courses used for Starters, Advanced and Masters classes in the Championship Program, with the following exceptions: the A-frame is set at 5'6", jump heights are one height class lower as set forth in Notes to Exhibitors, no spread hurdles are utilized and time standards in the standard and jumpers classes are extended by 3 seconds beyond that utilized in the Championship Program. Eligibility for entry is determined as follows: The Performance I classes shall be for any dog that has not earned the Performance Dog I SM title. The Performance II classes shall be for any dog that has earned the Performance Dog I SM title, the Agility Dog SM, or the Veteran Agility Dog SM title, but has not earned the Performance Dog II SM title. The Performance III classes shall be for any dog that has earned the Performance Dog II SM title, the Advanced Agility Dog title, or the Veteran Advanced Agility Dog SM title. Additionally, any dog that has received, from 2 different judges, either 2 qualifying scores in Level II nonstandard classes, 2 qualifying scores in Advanced level nonstandard classes, or 2 qualifying scores in Veterans level nonstandard classes shall be eligible for entry into the same Level III nonstandard class without having earned the Performance Dog III SM title. Non-Standard Class Descriptions Gamblers consists of a course with no pre-determined route where each obstacle is assigned a point value. In the opening period the handler seeks to accumulate points by performing the obstacles of his/her choice in the time allotted. At the conclusion of the opening the handler attempts the gamble, a sequence designated by the judge to be handled from a distance, for additional points. This non-standard class is pursuant to the provisions of Section 6.1 and Section 6.5 of USDAA Rules and Regulations. Jumpers consists of a course of jumps and may include a tire and tunnels. This non-standard class is scored pursuant to the provisions of Section 6.1 and Section 6.5 through 6.6 of USDAA Rules and Regulations. Snooker has an opening sequence of point collection similar to Gamblers followed by a closing sequence of a set pattern. It roughly parallels the billiards game of Snooker, requiring the dog to successfully complete a "red" jump prior to attempting an obstacle designated as any other color. Pairs Relay consists of a standard course with one dog and handler running a portion of the course, followed by a baton exchange to a second handler and dog who run the second portion of the course. This nonstandard class is scored pursuant to the provisions of Section 6.1 and Section 6.5 through 6.6 of USDAA Rules and Regulations. Performance Pairs Relay will be run identically to its Championship counterpart with the exception of using the Performance jump heights, A- frame height, and 3-second time extension. It is offered strictly for fun and is not eligible for titling.

4 Notice to Competitors A copy of USDAA's official rules & regulations may be obtained by sending $6.00 (postage & handling included) to USDAA, PO Box , Richardson, TX Competitors, through submission of entry, acknowledge that they are knowledgeable of USDAA rules and regulations, which are hereby incorporated by reference, including, but not limited to, the following rules and conditions for submission and acceptance of entry: This test is open to all dogs at least 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 ability to perform safely, or dogs exhibiting signs of aggression. All dogs must be registered with USDAA in order to compete in USDAA sanctioned events. A registration form may be obtained from USDAA, or registration may be made concurrently with entry to this show, a form for which is included in this Agility Test Schedule. No leads, collars, food, toys, or other aids or devices shall be permitted on the course at any time. Safety shall always be of foremost consideration at all times. Handlers through entry at this event accept full responsibility for themselves, their guests and the actions of their dogs. The Organizing Committee may refuse any entry for any reason. No entry fee will be refunded if the Test cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fire, Act of God, public emergency, act of a public enemy, strike or any other cause beyond the control of the organizers. Dogs must be exercised only in designated areas. Please pick up after your dog. Dogs must be kept on leash while on the show grounds except when competing in the ring. Fault limits may be imposed by the organizing committee in all classes for which faults are assessed. Any such limits will be announced in the judge's briefing. The A-frame will be set at 5'6" for the 12" Championship height division and for all dogs in Performance. Following are the jump heights for the Championship Program (Performance heights in parenthesis): Dog Height Jump Height Long Jump Table Over 21" 26" (22") 60" (48") 24" (16") 21" or less 22" (16") 48" (36") 24" (16") 16" or less 16" (12") 36" (24") 16" or 12" (12") 12" or less 12" (8") 20" (12") 12" (12") All competitors through entry at this event waive any and all rights relative to video broadcast of this event. Competitors shall have the right to videotape portions of the event for their personal use only. No portion of this event may be videotaped from commercial or other purposes. All video, broadcast and telecast rights for this event are the exclusive property of United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. Portions of this event may be taped for television. Through entry at this event, ALL COMPETITORS AND HANDLERS HEREBY GRANT to USDAA and its representatives, agents and assigns, all rights and permission to use or appropriate his/her and their dog's name, biography, likeness, photograph, voice, performing persona, or other indicia of identity for broadcast, telecast, cablecast, transmission or distribution in any format or media now known or hereafter to become known. All exhibitors and handlers hereby release USDAA and its representatives, agents and assigns from any claim or cause of action for invasion of the rights of privacy, right of publicity, right of personality, or any similar right. This event will be held under official USDAA Rules and Regulations. Obstacles utilized meet USDAA specifications. Checks not honored by the bank do not constitute a valid entry fee. There will be a $20.00 service charge for returned checks. Payment of entry fees and service charges shall be made in cash or money order within 30 days of postmark of notice of returned check where notification is received after event date. Any fees not received within 30 days of notice result in cancellation of event results for all classes for the registration number(s) of delinquent entry/entries. No reinstatement of results is possible, and all awards must be returned within 10 days of notification, or the dog's registration may be suspended pending restitution. Any unpaid fees or shortfalls must be paid prior to the start of the event or entry is canceled without recourse by owner/handler. A 100% refund will be given for any requests received prior to the closing date for trial entries. A 75% refund will be given for requests received after the closing date to the day before the trial for the following reasons: dog in heat; injured or ill dog (with verification from a vet upon request); injured or ill handler (with verification from a doctor upon request); family emergency. No refunds will be given on balances of $5.00 or less in overpayments or as a result of canceled entries. Check-in will be held Friday night from 6:30 to 8:00 (measuring from 6:30 to 7:30) and Saturday morning at 6:45. First dog on the line at 8:00.

5 ! DOG REGISTRATION APPLICATION - $12.00! JUNIOR HANDLER REGISTRATION APPLICATION - $7.00 Dogs must be registered with USDAA in order to compete in USDAA sanctioned events. A registration card and number with a "U" prefix will be issued to facilitate entry at USDAA events and tracking of show results in the regular classes. Junior handlers (those 18 years of age and younger) and their dogs must be separately registered for participation in the USDAA's Junior Handler Program (UJHP). A registration number with a "J" prefix will be assigned for use in entering UJHP events. A dog that is expected to compete in both programs (regular classes and UJHP) must be registered separately for each program. If registering for both programs at the same time, the total fee is $ Send this completed form with your entry form if you do not have a USDAA registration number. You must complete ALL information for a valid registration: FOR USDAA USE ONLY: OWNER/HANDLER INFORMATION: REG# UJHP# Primary Owner: Co-Owner: Handler: (If different from primary owner) Junior Handler: Telephone: ( ) (This line required for junior handler registration only) (Day telephone, if possible) Address: City/State: Postal Code: Country: DOG INFORMATION: Formal Name: Call Name: (Name to appear on certificates; please print clearly or type) Height Breed: Birth Withers: (Specify breed or state "All American" to denote mix-breed) (Estimate if unknown) (To nearest 1/4") Prizes and Awards A maroon rosette will be awarded for all qualifying scores. Grand Prix: Placement rosettes will be awarded to 4 places in the 12" and 16" height classes and 5 places in the 22" and 26" height classes. Standard Titling: Placement rosettes will be awarded to 4 places per height class, except in Starters and Performance I where they will be awarded to 6 places. Games: Placement rosettes will be awarded to 4 places per height class. In the case of Pairs relay, they will be awarded by mini and open divisions, rather than by height class. Northwest Cup Championship Program The Columbia Agility Team Northwest Cup traveling trophy will be awarded to the Mini (12 /16 ) and Open (22 /26 ) dog and handler teams who are Best in Trial as determined by the combined scores of the 2 Standard Agility events for all levels. Ties will be broken on the basis of the fastest average speed (YPS). In addition, individual trophies will be given for Best in Trial Mini and Open teams Best Mini and Open teams in each level will receive a mug, a rosette, and a certificate for free entry for one dog to a future CAT trial. Rosettes also go to the second through fourth place Mini and Open teams for each level. Performance Program New this year, Performance teams will also be vying for a traveling trophy and other awards. The criteria and prizes will be the same as those for the Championship teams except that there will be no division into Mini and Open height classes.

6 Help Wanted Willing workers wanted to lighten the load. No experience necessary. Equal Opportunity Employer. Send resume (below) with entry to Susan Goble, PO Box 538, Donald, OR Salary: $5.00 meal voucher for each day worked. Task General Dogsbody Setter Up/Tearer Down Registration Table Helper Course Builder Gate steward Ring Steward Runner Timer Scribe Scorekeeper Description Do any of the jobs below. Get equipment out of and into trailer Friday &/or Sunday afternoon. Verify USDAA numbers at check-in Friday evening &/or Saturday morning. Assist Chief Course Builder in setting equipment. Make sure dogs are ready at the start line. Set bars, straighten chutes, change jump heights. Take leashes or scribe sheets from one part of ring to another. Push a button to start and stop dog s time. Watch the judge and mark faults on scribe sheet. Help calculate &/or post scores. Mark your Experience level Train me Experienced Not the job for me Name: Phone: Willing to work (circle one): Saturday Sunday Either Both NW CUP SHIRTS Available in 2 styles: 1) Mock turtleneck with long sleeves in Eggplant 2) Long-sleeved T-shirt In River (Steel) Blue Both shirts are in 7.1 oz cotton. NW Cup logo is on the left breast with the CAT logo on the cuff of the sleeve. The design is embroidered on the shirts. Shirts will be available by preorder only (deadline 1/22) and may be picked up at trial check-in. Prices: S, M, L & XL - $24.00; XXL - $26.00 Include order form and price of shirts with your entry. Quantity Style Size Price each Total Total

7 Entry Form Columbia Agility Team USDAA Sanctioned Agility Test and Grand Prix February 23-24, Entries must be received by January 22, A signed and dated General Agreement (back of this form) must be submitted with each completed entry form. Return completed form, with entry fee in U.S. funds payable to CAT to: Susan Goble, PO Box 538, Donald, OR Owner/Handler Information! Some information has changed since my last CAT entry. Owner: Address: Day Phone: City, State, ZIP: Evening Phone: Handler, if other than registered owner: Dog Identification Dog s Call Name: USDAA Registration #: U Breed: Ht. at Withers: DOB: / / Pair s Partner U# Dog Owner Leave blank for DRAW. Dogs must be in the same division (mini/open). Program, Height Division and Class Information Championship Program Below Performance Program Below Height Choose only one! 12! 16! 22! 26! 8! 12! 16! 22 $ Amount Saturday Weekend Package - Quick entry: all runs at checked level Includes all runs for Quick entry: all runs at checked level (except Grand Prix). (except Grand Prix). your level except $ Grand Prix ($54/$62)! Starters! Novice! Advanced! Masters 7 runs/$62! P1! P2! P3 7 runs/$62 $ Grand Prix ($17)! One level fits all Performance handlers fill out separate entry form at Championship height for GP. Performance fill out separate entry form at Championship height for GP. $ Standard ($15)! Starters! Novice! Advanced! Masters! P1! P2! P3 $ Gamblers ($8)! Starters/Novice! Advanced! Masters! P1! P2! P3 $ Snooker ($8)! Masters! P3 $ Pairs Relay ($8)! Starters/Novice! Advanced! Masters Sunday $ Standard ($15)! Starters! Novice! Advanced! Masters! P1! P2! P3 $ Snooker ($8)! Starters/Novice! Advanced! Masters! P1! P2! P3 $ Jumpers ($8)! Starters/Novice! Advanced! Masters! P1! P2! P3 $ Pairs Relay ($8)! P1! P2! P3 $ Subtotal Less available discount: 10% for CAT members $ - OR 50% for Junior Handlers (take JH discount off individual run subtotal no package or CAT discounts available) $ Total for Runs USDAA Registration (if needed) $ Fill out and include form on inside of back cover. $ DO NOT send form to USDAA office. Camping $7.50 per night without hookups, $ $10.00 with hookups $ Judges dinner See back of entry form. $ NW Cup Shirts See insert. $ Grand Total Be sure to sign the general agreement (back of the entry form)!

8 GENERAL AGREEMENT: I (we) agree that the Columbia Agility Team has the right to refuse this entry for cause, which the organizing committee alone shall deem to be sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, of the holding of the event and of the opportunity to have the dog participate and/or to be judged, I (we) agree to hold the organizing committee, Columbia Agility Team, United States Dog Agility Association, Inc., including their members, officers, directors, agents and employees, sponsors of the event, and owners of the premises upon which the event is held and their employees harmless from any claim for loss or injury that may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or upon the event premises or grounds or near any entrance thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim. I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss of this dog by disappearance, theft, death or otherwise, and from any claim for damage or injury to the dog, whether such loss, disappearance, appearance, theft, damage or injury, be caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of the parties aforementioned, or by the negligence of any other person, or any other cause or causes. I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves) or on account of damage to property arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, howsoever such injuries, death or damage to property may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or have been alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents or any other persons. I further acknowledge that I have read, understand and will abide by the Official Rules and Regulations of the United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. and the provisions for entry as set forth in the Agility Test Schedule of which this entry form is a part. I acknowledge and represent that the information supplied by me herein is correct to the best of my knowledge; if any portion of this information is found to be invalid or insufficient to establish the validity of my entry, such finding shall render my entry invalid in its entirety, for which there shall be no refund of fees paid. Further, I represent that I am the owner of the dog listed hereon, or that I have full authority as agent for dog's owner and shall hold Columbia Agility Team, USDAA, including their officers, directors, employees and agents and their sponsors harmless from any liability or claims made by dog's owner. Further, I hereby grant to United States Dog Agility Association, Inc., its representatives, agents and assigns, all rights and permission to use or appropriate my and the dog's name, biography, likeness, photograph, voice, performing persona, or other indicia of identity for broadcast, telecast, cablecast, transmission or distribution in any format or media now known or hereafter to become known. I hereby release USDAA, its representatives, agents and assigns from any claim or cause of action for invasion of the rights of privacy, right of personality or any similar right. Signature: Date: Day Telephone: Would you like to receive your confirmation by only? Y/N PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN SIGNATURE FOR MINORS: Signature: Date: JUDGES DINNER Judges dinner will be held at Jarboe s in Canby, Saturday evening. Directions will be available at the trial. Dinner includes entrée, salad, potato, vegetables, dessert & coffee or tea. Please make your selection below and include dinner price with your entry fees. Grilled chicken Steak Fish & chips 15% gratuity included in price of dinner Veggie pasta Total number of dinners x $16.00 ea = $