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1 Sanctioned Agility Test & Tournaments July 10-11, 2010 Show Site Gloucester County Dream Park 400 Route 130 South Logan Twp, NJ Judges Harry Guticz Lincoln, NE Kirstie Dean* Lake Hopatcong, NJ *Lois Mark, Supervisor Lewisville, PA Hosted By High Octane Agility Agility Test Schedule Two Rings Indoors on Dirt Electronic Timing will be used Classes Offered 2010 Qualifiers for Dog Agility Steeplechase Performance Speed Jumping SM Grand Prix of Dog Agility Performance Grand Prix SM Standard & Non-Standard Classes Championship & Performance All Levels Entries Close Wednesday, June 30 th, 2010 at 6 PM Secondary Closing for advancement in level only Monday July 5 th at 6 PM Test Secretary Dan Burke 217 W. County Line Rd Hatboro, PA dan@highoctaneagility.com USDAA, Dog Agility Masters, Grand Prix of Dog Agility, Dog Agility Steeplechase, Agility Dog Champion, Agility Dog, Advanced Agility Do, and Master Agility Dog are registered trademarks, and Jumpers Masters SM, Gambler Master SM, Relay Master SM, Snooker Master SM, Performance Dog I SM, Performance Dog II SM, Performance Dog III SM, Accomplished Performance Dog SM, Performance Grand Prix SM, Performance Speed Jumping SM, and Performance Versatility Pairs SM are service marks of United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. Event Organizing Committee Test Chairperson Maureen Burke mmo.teach@comcast.net Test Secretary Dan Burke dan@highoctaneagility.com Chief Ring Steward Sharon Carey rockypete@verizon.net Entries and Closing Date All entries must be received no later than Wednesday June 30 th, 6:00pm. The secondary closing date for this trial for advancement in level only is Monday July 5 th at 6:00pm. Express entries will only be accepted if the Signature Waiver is signed. No telephone or entries will be accepted. There is no limit to the number of dogs that can participate in this agility trial. Checks will be deposited on receipt. Returned checks do not constitute a valid entry. There will be a $40.00 service charge for returned checks. Amounts shall be paid within 30 days of postmarked notice of returned check, if such date follows the 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 120 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. To be accepted, entries must be complete, signed (for minors, signed by parent or legal guardian), received by the closing date, and accompanied by the correct fees. All dogs must be registered with USDAA(registration has a U prefix for Championship & Performance classes). To obtain a registration number immediately and a height card prior to the show, register your dog online at General Information, Dog Registration OR complete the registration form included in this test schedule and submit with your entry. Dog Agility Masters Team & Performance Versatility Pairs SM tournaments July 9 at Gloucester County Dream Park Hosted by Jersey Agility Group (JAG) visit for test schedule

2 Tentative Schedule SATURDAY Classes will be run Championship (Small to Tall), Performance (Tall to Small) Ring 1 Starters/PI Pairs Advanced/PII Jumpers Starters/PI Jumpers Ring 2 Judge: Harry Guticz Judge: Kirstie Dean Masters/PIII Standard Advanced/PII Gamblers Masters/PIII Gamblers Starters/PI Gamblers Steeplechase/PSJ Round 1 Advanced/PII Standard Masters/PIII Pairs Starters/PI Standard Masters/PIII Jumpers Advanced/PII Pairs SUNDAY Classes will be run Performance(Small to Tall), Championship (Tall to Small) Ring 1 Steeplechase/PSJ Round 2 Advanced/PII Jumpers Starters/P1 Jumpers Ring 2 Judge: Harry Guticz Judge: Kirstie Dean Masters/PIII Standard Advanced/PII Snooker Grand Prix/Performance Grand Prix Starters/PI Snooker Masters/PIII Snooker Advanced/PII Standard Masters/PIII Jumpers Starters/PI Standard HOA reserves the right to modify the published order of classes, should the need arise, to accommodate the efficiency of this event. Notice to Competitors Competitors, through submission of entry, acknowledge that they are knowledgeable of current USDAA Rules and, including but not limited to the following rules regarding entry, and will comply. USDAA s official Rules and Regulations are hereby incorporated by reference, a copy of which may be viewed online at This test if open to all dogs at least eighteen 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. Dog Registration Application -- $20.00 Register online at to receive U# immediately, & height card Junior Handler Registration Application -- $20.00 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 (UHJP). A registration number with a J prefix will be assigned for the use in entering UJHP events. A dog competing in both programs (regular classes and UJHP) must be registered separately for each program, for which the total fee is $ You must complete ALL information for a valid registration OWNER/HANDLER INFORMATION Primary Owner: FOR USDAA USE ONLY: REG # UJHP # Co-Owner: Junior Handler: DOB: Handler(if different from owner:: Address: Telephone: City/State Postal Code Country DOG INFORMATION Formal Name (Name to appear on certificates): Call Name: Breed: Birth date: Height at withers (Specify breed for list All-Breed for mix) Estimate if unknown (to nearest ¼ ):

3 All dogs must be registered with USDAA in order to compete in USDAA sanctioned events. Registration ma be made online at a reduced rate with the 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, except as provided in USDAA rules and regulations. 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. Electronic Timing will be used at this event. The Organizing Committee of an event may refuse the entry of any competitor or dog for just cause should the committee view that participation by competitor or dog would be prejudicial to the sport. However, any committee so doing must notify the competitor in writing (with a copy to the USDAA office) in anticipation of or upon receipt of entry. The notice must include the reason for refusing the entry and a brief explanation of the basis for their decision. The burden of responsibility for appropriateness of such action rests solely with the host group and it s Organizing Committee. No entries shall be accepted, changed, altered or withdrawn for any reason after the closing date. Fault limits may be applied in all classes for which faults are assessed. Limits, if any, shall be announced during the judges briefing. In the event that entries exceed levels that are deemed manageable for this event, one class may be cancelled. If a class should be cancelled, a full refund for the class may be made. USDAA and/or High Octane Agility assumes no additional liability related to reschedule or cancellation of classes for any reason. Dogs must remain on leash at all times, except when competing in the ring or in the warm-up jump area. No dogs may be left unattended except when properly kenneled in designated kennel areas. Day kenneling only is permitted. USDAA and High Octane Agility can and do not assume any liability for loss of any items left unattended. Dogs must be exercised only in designated area. Please pick up after your dog. Refunds There will be no refunds for entries withdrawn after the closing date or in the event a dog and/or handler are dismissed from competition, regardless of reason for such dismissal. Partial refunds for bitches in season and injured dogs will be made, provided you produce a signed letter from a licensed 3 rd party veterinarian within 24 hours of the end of show, this does not include dogs that are injured during or after the event. No entry fee will be refunded if the Test cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fire, Acts of God, public emergency, act of a public enemy, strike or any other cause beyond the control of the organizers. Prizes and Awards Competitors must be present with dogs immediately following the class in which an award is earned in order to claim prizes and awards. All prizes and awards must be claimed the day awarded. Championship and Performance Divisions Ribbons awarded to 1 st -4 th place in each jump height for all classes. Ribbons awarded to 1 st -4 th place for open and mini divisions in relay. Check In and Measuring Check in shall be from 7:15am 7:45am on Saturday and Sunday. All competitors must check in at the check in table during the morning check-in time. Express check-in will be available for those competitors that submitted copies of their dog(s) permanent height card(s) (yellow plastic) with their entries Measuring-In: All dogs must be measured-in during the morning check-in time UNLESS the dog jumps 26 (22 Performance), the handler presents a yellow permanent height card, temporary card with three signatures awaiting a CMJ, or check-in letter from USDAA/print out of dog info page from subscriber account indicating dog is permanently carded. A dog that measures up will run first in the higher height for all classes. If the dog is unprepared for the higher height, it may be run For Exhibition Only, but no awards or qualifying scores may be earned and no change in program is permitted at check-in. Following are the jump heights (Performance show in parenthesis) Dog Height Jump Height Long Jump* Table A-Frame** Over (22 ) 60 (48 ) 24 (16 ) 5 10 (5 6 ) 21 or less 22 (16 ) 48 (36 ) 24 (16 ) 5 10 (5 6 ) 16 or less 16 (12 ) 36 (20 ) 16 (12 ) 5 6 (5 6 ) 12 or less 12 (8 ) 20 (6 )* 12 (12 ) 5 6 (5 6 ) *P8 dogs jump 2 nd board only. **variance to published heights may occur due to the angle at the apex. Agility obstacles shall meet the requirements of USDAA Rules and Regulations.

4 Media Release Disclaimer 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 this event for their personal use only. No portion of this event may be videotaped for commercial or other purposes. All video and broadcast rights for this event are the exclusive property of United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. Portions of this event may be taped for television and/or video. Through entry at this event, ALL COMPETITORS 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 indica of identity for broadcast, telecast, cablecast, transmission or distribution in any format or media now known or hereafter to become known. All competitors hereby release USDAA and its representatives, agents and assigns from any claim or cause of action for invasion of their right of privacy, right of publicity, right of personality, or any similar right. Test Site No competitor may enter premises prior to 7:00am on Saturday and Sunday. There will be food, beverages and water available at the site. All tenting, kenneling and parking will be restricted to designated areas. Please respect our parking assistants, your cooperation is expected. Please do everything possible to keep your hotel rooms neat and orderly, especially in the event of inclement weather. Bring extra towels and sheets. Every effort will be made to host this trial given inclement weather. Overnight RV parking will be allowed at test site. ALL RV parking is by reservation only. Cost is $30 per day. Parking is for self contained RVs only. Tents or camping in tents is not permitted on Dream Park grounds. No open fires are permitted on any part of Dream Park property. RV Reservation form can be found later in this document. HOTELS/MOTELS (Always confirm rates and pet policy when making reservations.) Holiday Inn, 1 Pureland Dr, Swedesboro, NJ (856) $79/night plus $25 refundable pet fee. Mention HOA Dog Group to get the special rate. To get special rate you must book by July 1, Hampton Inn, 2 Pureland Dr, Swedesboro, NJ (856) $79/night plus $75 refundable pet fee. Mention HOA Dog Group to get the special rate. To get special rate you must book by June 24, King rooms only Holiday Inn Express, Carney s Point, NJ Turnpike EXIT 1, 506 Pennsville-Auburn Rd, Carney s Point, NJ 08069, Pet Fee. Mention HOA Dog Group for special rate. Book by June 17, 2010 for special rate. Comfort Inn & Suites at Carneys Point, 634 Soders Road, Carneys Point, NJ, 08069, Phone: (856) $15 Pet Fee. Motel 6 Airport 43 Industrial Highway, Essington, PA 19029, No pet fee. No pets left unattended. One dog per room. Red Roof Inn 49 Industrial Highway, Essington, PA 19029, No pet fee. No pets left unattended. MacIntosh Inn, Rts.1 and 352, 4 South New Middletown Road, Media, PA pet fee minutes from trial site, Best Western Brandywine Valley 1807 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803, Limited pet rooms available; Pet fee. Days Inn 5209 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE Pets allowed.. Pet fee. EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER Rich Knecht Photography will be the official photographer for this event. No competitors are allowed in the restricted private horse boarding area. All dogs must be on leash while on Dream Park property except when competing or in the designated warm up areas. Unleashed animals on Dream Park property will be subject to capture and/or fine and removal. Fine is $50 per occurrence. Loading and unloading ONLY in front of the main building entrance. Please do not leave your vehicle unattended in this area. Fire Marshals require that no vehicle may be parked within 75 feet of any building, pavilion or in any roadway in order for emergency vehicles to have access at all times. All vehicles must be parked in designated areas only. Vehicles not in compliance with parking rules will be subject to towing at the owner s expense. AGILITY EQUIPMENT FOR SALE The equipment for this event is being provided by MAX 200, and will be available for sale at the end of the event. If you are interested in a specific item, it is requested that you reserve it ahead of time. For more information, please contact MAX 200 directly. You can visit their website at

5 Directions to Test Site You can use Map quest or GPS directions for 460 US Route 130 South, Logan Twp, NJ From 322 headed West: Take 322 through Mullica Hill, Turn left on 322 at Harrison House Diner, Continue approx. 6 miles toward Com Barry Bridge. Take exit for US-130 South, **Pass under gray lift bridge and look for park entrance 1/4 mile on the right at High Hill Road intersection From Philadelphia Follow I-95 to the Commodore Barry Bridge Exit. Cross the bridge and stay to your right. Take the first exit ramp for Route 130 South, (Penns Grove). See above **. From the South: 295 North over Del. Memorial Bridge. Continue on 295 North toward Trenton for 11 miles. Take Exit 10, Center Square Road Turn left and go approx. 1.5 miles Turn right on 130 North approx. 1 mile. Look for park entrance on the left at the High Hill Road intersection From the North 295 South toward the Del. Memorial Bridge. Take right fork onto US-130 South toward Bridgeport/Com Barry Bridge. Go 2.1 miles. Continue on 130S. See above ** Local emergency number is 911. VENDOR SPACE AVAILABLE For more information on vending at this event, please Maureen at mmo.teach@comcast.net Dog Agility Masters Team & Performance Versatility Pairs SM tournaments July 9 at Gloucester County Dream Park Hosted by Jersey Agility Group (JAG) visit for test schedule

6 Tournaments Complete tournament regulations may be found on the USDAA website -- General Information Forms and Documents Library Grand Prix of Dog Agility & Performance Grand Prix SM -- Local Qualifier Competitors must have a zero fault round to earn a qualifying score. One qualifying score is required for entry in Round 1 of a Regional Championships. Two qualifying scores are required for entry in the quarterfinals at the World Championships. These tournaments are open to all competitors regardless of titles earned or skill level. Awards: A double maroon and white ribbon shall be awarded to all qualifiers in the Grand Prix, with a double maroon and pink ribbon awarded to all qualifiers in the Performance Grand Prix. Additionally the first place qualifying winner in each height class shall be awarded a bye voucher, permitting them to advance to the final round of a regional championship. 1 st 4 th place ribbons will be awarded in each jump height. Dog Agility Steeplechase, and Performance Speed Jumping SM Steeplechase: Competitors must achieve at least one qualifying score as described in the complete rules for entry in a Regional Championships, and two qualifying scores are required for entry in the quarterfinals at the World Championships. Speed Jumping: Competitors must achieve two qualifying scores for entry in the Cynosport World Games. These tournaments are open to all competitors regardless of titles earned or skill level. Awards: Prize money shall be computed based upon 30% of the total entry fees to be allocated in accordance with the payout table below regardless of the size of entry in any height class. Steeplechase Ht 1 st 2 nd 3 rd 4 th 5 th 6 th Total 12 10% 6% 4% 20% 16 10% 6% 4% 3% 23% 22 10% 6% 4% 3% 3% 3% 30% 26 10% 6% 4% 3% 3% 27% Total 40% 24% 16% 11% 6% 3% 100% Levels, Divisions and Classes Two certification programs will be offered at this event: Championship and Performance. Competitors may enter both Championship and Performance Program classes for which they are eligible; however, under NO circumstances may a dog be entered in the same Championship and Performance class on the same day at this agility test (i.e. Standard at any level in both programs) Championship Program Starters Level; See Chapter 5 of the USDAA Rule Book. Advanced Level: See Chapter 4 of the USDAA Rule Book. Masters Level: See Chapter 3 of the USDAA Rule Book. Performance Program Classes are offered at Level I, Level II and Level III Performance Dog I: See Chapter 7 of the USDAA Rule Book Performance Dog II: See Chapter 7 of the USDAA Rule Book. Performance Dog III: See Chapter 7 of the USDAA Rule Book. Non-Standard Classes Gamblers Class: consists of a course with no pre-determined route and 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,' as a sequence designated by the judge to be handled from a distance, for additional points. Jumpers Class: consists of a course of jumps and may include a tire and tunnels. Snooker Class: has an opening sequence of point collection similar to Gamblers followed by a closing sequence of a set pattern. Roughly parallels the billiards game of 'Snooker.' 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. Partners must be from the same level and height division, mini (CH 12/16, Perf 8/12 ) or open (CH22/26, Perf 16/22 ). Should only one dog be entered in a program/level, dogs not entered in the class or in that program/level may not be recruited to form a qualifying pair. Complete rules are available online at Speed Jumping Ht 1 st 2 nd 3 rd Total 8 12% 8% 5% 25% 12 12% 8% 5% 25% 16 12% 8% 5% 25% 22 12% 8% 5% 25% Total 48% 32% 20% 100%

7 ** Help Wanted for High Octane Agility s USDAA Trial! ** Calling all volunteers! We greatly appreciate all the wonderful volunteers who give their time at trials. Without you we surely could not pull off great trials! Thanks to all who help out! Question about working? Sharon at trialworkers@highoctaneagility.com Please fill out the following information (one form for all dogs entered) and return this form with your entry. Name: Phone Number: My Dog s name is: I prefer the following jobs: o Scorekeeper o Scribe o Assistant Scribe o Timer o Gate Steward o Ring Crew o Course Builder o Leash Runner o Score Runner o ANYTHING Thank you so much for volunteering! RV Reservations On site RV parking is available at $30 PER DAY (day is from 10 am to 9:59 the following day). You may use this form for both JAG and High Octane Trials. RV spots have electric hookups. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED! To make a reservation, include a separate check (payable to JAG.), RV Reservation Form below and your entry form to the show secretary. RVs can park after 3 PM on Thursday. Tents or camping in tents is not permitted on Dream Park grounds. No open fires are ever permitted on any part of Dream Park property. RV RESERVATION FORM Name: Phone: ( ) MAKE: MODEL: LICENSE #: STATE: Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday # DAYS X $30 = $ Write a separate check for this payable to JAG and send this form with your entry.

8 General Agreement I(we) agree that High Octane Agility, LLC. 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, High Octane Agility, LLC., 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 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 by 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 the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents or any other persons. I (we) 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 from is a part. I (we) 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 High Octane Agility, LLC., USDAA, including their officers, directors, employees and agents and their sponsors harmless for any liability or claims made by the 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 of Owner/Handler Date Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian of Minor Date Send entries with signed agreement and fees to: High Octane Agility c/o Dan Burke 217 W. County Line Rd. Hatboro, PA Owner Address High Octane Agility USDAA Official Entry Form July 10-11, 2010 City State Zip Phone:( ) Dog s Call Name U# Date of Birth Breed Handler (if other than owner) Ht at Withers Sex One entry form if entering a combination of Championship & Performance classes. Circle level of class & jump height Saturday Championship Performance Fee Standard S A M I II III $14 Gamblers S A M I II III $14 Pairs S A M I II III $14 Jumpers S A M I II III $14 Tournament Steeplechase Perf. Speed Jumping $24 Partner Info: Dog: U# Jump Ht: Handler: Draw, but do not pair me with: Sunday Championship Performance Standard S A M I II III $14 Snooker S A M I II III $14 Jumpers S A M I II III $14 Tournament Grand Prix Perf. Grand Prix $24 Titling: classes x $14 = $ Tournament: classes x $24 = $ + Dog Registration (if $20 $ Fees payable to High Octane = Total Enclosed $ Be sure to enter the DAM tournament on July 9, 2010 hosted by JAG. Visit for test schedule