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1 PREMIUM LIST 2017 National Specialty Show, Obedience Trials & Rally Trials AMERICAN BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB, INC. (Member of the American Kennel Club) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 Sweepstakes/Veteran Sweepstakes/Futurity 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition Tuesday Trials Obedience, Rally Wednesday Trials Obedience, Rally THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2017 & FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2017 National AKC NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES Indoors/Unbenched/Show Hours - 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM 1 Bouvier des Flandres Club of Northern California TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2017 Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 VENTURA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS & SEASIDE PARK 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, CA ENTRIES CLOSE: NOON, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER PT

2 IMPORTANT NOTICE Mail Entries with Fees to Jack Bradshaw P.O. Box , Los Angeles, CA Make checks payable to Jack Bradshaw FAX SERVICE: (323) ENTRIES: $4.00 per dog per show. $4.00 per cancellation Include MasterCard, Visa or American Express number & expiration date Hand Deliveries E. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA There will be a $4.00 convenience fee charged per dog per show when using a credit card for payment of hand delivered or mailed in entries. Fax machines are available 24 hours a day. All entries with fees must be in the office of the Superintendent not later than NOON, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 PT after which time no entries may be accepted, cancelled, changed, substituted, corrected, completed, or signed, and no entry fees refunded. Any change or cancellation must be made in writing and received prior to closing, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the American Kennel Club Dog Show Rules. Faxed entries that are received incomplete or are unreadable will not be accepted. The proof of transmission is not proof for verifying faxed entries. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO OR FAX YOUR ENTRIES. IF YOU FAX OR ON A CLOSE OF ENTRY DAY, PLEASE SUBMIT PRIOR TO 9:00 AM. ENTRY FEES ALL SHOWS First entry of each dog or Junior. $35.00 Additional entry of same dog or junior, unless otherwise specified $30.00 Puppy, Bred-by-Exhibitor, Veteran, Working, Futurity, Maturity, Altered..$30.00 Sweepstakes...$26.00 Dog must be entered in a regular class Veteran Sweepstakes...$26.00 Dog need NOT be entered in a regular class 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition......$20.00 TRIAL ENTRY FEES - Separate fees for each event. The Additional entry fee only applies if it is for the same event. Show Photographer Show Veterinarian On Call & 24 Hr. Emergency Paul Payne II Ventura Medical & Surgical Group Paul s Photography, Inc Sperry Avenue 4553 Attica Road Ventura, CA Attica, MI Only the official photographer may take win photos. Directions to Ventura Medical & Surgical Group: Take US 101 South from Harbor Blvd. Exit Victoria Avenue, turn right on to Valentine Road. Turn left onto Sperry Avenue. 2 CERTIFICATION Permission has been granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations. Gina M. DiNardo, Secretary Superintendents Jack Bradshaw Dog Show Superintendents/Est Post Office Box , Los Angeles, California Telephone: (323) ; FAX: (323) ; WEB: Marion Bradshaw / Barbara Bradshaw / Susan BradshawMacLyman Julie Bradshaw Draper / John Bradshaw / Eloise O Donnell / Cindy Marshall/Keith MacLyman One or more of the above superintendents will attend the show

3 ROUTES TO THE SHOW Ventura County Fairgrounds is located on the beach in the city of Ventura, about 1 hour north of Los Angeles and about 30 minutes south of Santa Barbara. From the Ventura Freeway (Highway 101) northbound, take the Seaward Ave. exit or the California Street exit. Turn left towards the ocean to Harbor Blvd., turn right on Harbor and continue until you reach Ventura County Fairgrounds at the corner of Harbor and Figueroa. From the Ventura Freeway (Highway 101) southbound, take the Seaward Ave. exit, make an immediate right on Harbor Blvd. and proceed to Ventura County Fairgrounds. ATTENTION EXHIBITORS The Show Site will be available to exhibitors at 2:00 PM on Monday, September 25, Dogs must be removed from the show site immediately following Best of Breed, Saturday, September 30, During the normal activities of the specialty, people and dogs will move about the Fairgrounds and Hotel, dogs are to be leashed at all times. Dogs MAY NOT be left in the show building overnight. Ventura County Fairgrounds, the American Bouvier des Flandres Club., the Southern California & Northern California Bouvier des Flandres Clubs and their members assume no responsibility for loss, damage or injury to any person, animal or property during activities connected with events of this Cluster Show. Exhibitors and handlers are encouraged to secure their valuables at all times. THIS IS A SELF-CLEANING EVENT and clean-up equipment is provided. Any exhibitor observed failing to clean up may be subject to disciplinary action. Two-wheeled scooters, motorized or other, are not allowed on the Fairgrounds. NO TWO WHEEL VEHICLES, ROLLER BLADES, ROLLER SHOES (WHEELIES), SKATE BOARDS WILL BE ALLOWED. Note: Two wheel vehicles do not qualify as a disabled person s vehicle.! Quiet time is to be maintained between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. No generators or barking dogs are permitted during those hours. Dogs will not be allowed in the fairgrounds shower facilities.ventura County does not permit alcohol on the fairgrounds. Each exhibitor is responsible for clean-up in and around their set-up. Do not discard dirty water into the trash containers. There is no smoking in the fairgrounds buildings. FAILURE TO COMPLY IMMEDIATELY WITH ANY DIRECTION OF THE EVENT COMMITTEE OR ITS DESIGNEES 2 MAY RESULT IN AN EVENT COMMITTEE HEARING AND REVOCATION OF AN INDIVIDUAL S RIGHT TO REMAIN ON THE GROUNDS AND REMOVAL OF EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT. DAY OF SHOW PARKING. Ventura County Fairgrounds will collect a fee of $5.00 per day at the entrance. Parking is permitted only in assigned lots and is prohibited in fire lanes. No day of show parking in overnight parking areas. HOST HOTEL Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach Website: Reserve online or call (805) or (888) Be sure to identify yourself as with the "American Bouvier Des Flandres" group. You may also reserve using the link on our Specialty page on Check in time is after 4:00 PM; Check out time is 11:00 A.M. Hotel Pet Policy: Maximum of three (3) crated animals per room. Non-refundable pet charge of $75.00 per room.

4 Pets must be crated at all times when they are alone in the room. Bedspreads will be removed. Pets are not permitted in suites. Hotel has arranged a designated pet area for dogs to relieve themselves. It is the responsibility of the dog owners/guardian to clean up after their animals. Pets are not allowed on the golf course or in the outdoor pool courtyard. Animals are not allowed in the Main Lobby (other than entering or leaving the assigned meeting/exhibit space), in restaurants or other common areas. Hotels linens/towels may not be used to wash pets. Hotel Rules: Be considerate. "Clean up after your dogs". There will be bags available for proper disposal of dogs' feces. There will be designated areas for you to ex your dogs. No dogs allowed on the Golf Course and NO dog bathing or grooming in hotel rooms." (We are continually losing facilities to host our dog shows. This is due to inconsiderate and irresponsible dog owners). Please be responsible! There will be a dog bathing station near the grooming area. Bring your own towels and shampoo. RV Spaces will be available on the show site. Details will be available on the ABdFC website shortly. NOHS - Offered by all 3 clubs The AKC National Owner-Handled Series is a non-titling competition for dogs that are exhibited by their owners that are not professional handlers. All dogs that are owner-handled and are not owned or exhibited by professional handlers* meet the requirements for this competition. Exhibitors must declare their dog is Owner-Handled eligible at the time of entry using the check box on the entry form. Eligible dogs will be identified by an asterisk in the judge s book, steward s book & the catalog. Dogs must be handled throughout the breed level competition for the regular show by an eligible owner. Professional handlers, household members and current assistants** to professional handlers may not exhibit the dog in any competition during the entire show. Owner-Handled Best of Breed will be selected from the dogs that are eligible to compete in the Best of Breed competition including Winners Dog, Winners Bitch and winners of the non-regular classes. o If the Best of Breed/Variety winner is Owner-Handled competition eligible, it will automatically be Owner-Handled Best of Breed. o If the Best of Breed/Variety winner is not eligible for Owner-Handled competition and the Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed/Variety is eligible, the Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed/Variety will compete against the eligible exhibits of the other sex to determine Owner- Handled Best of Breed/Variety. 3 o If neither the Best of Breed nor the Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed/Variety are Owner- Handled competition eligible and Select Dog & Select Bitch are both eligible, the judge is to choose Best Owner-Handled exhibit from the Selects and eligible Winners Dog or Winners Bitch. o If one of the Selects is eligible, excuse all Champions and non-regular class winners of the same sex and then choose Best Owner-Handled exhibit from the remaining dogs of the opposite sex including the eligible Winners. o If Best of Breed, Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed, Select Dog & Select Bitch are not eligible, the judge may choose any eligible dog remaining in the ring including Winners Dog or Winners Bitch as Owner-Handled Best of Breed/Variety. o If the Best of Winners is eligible, the other Winner is ineligible since it was defeated. o No class dogs other than the Winners Dog & Winners Bitch are eligible to return to the ring. *Professional handlers are defined as any person who belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented themselves as

5 handling dogs for pay within the last five years **A current assistant is defined as anyone employed by a professional handler on a full-time basis, or assisting a professional handler at the show or any during the cluster/weekend. 7/11/16 American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Wednesday, September 27, 2017 Beginner Puppy Competition (4-6 months of age) AKC Sanctioned! The Four-to-Six Month Puppy competition shall be for dogs that are four months of age and over but under six months on the day of the event. Section 2 - Entry and Eligibility Entry and eligibility requirements include: The Four-to-Six Month Puppy event may be offered at licensed or member dog shows at the option of the show giving club. Four-to-Six Month Puppy Competition must be listed in the premium list, entry form and judging schedule, if offered. AKC registration number or an AKC litter number will be required for all entries. A foreign born dog may enter this class if they are registered in the country of origin. All entrants are to be vaccinated (including rabies) in accordance with their veterinarian's protocol. Dogs that are owned or co-owned by a professional handler may compete in this class, but must be handled by a non-professional handler. Professional handlers are defined as any person who belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers' organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented themselves as handling dogs for pay within the last five years. Dogs may not be exhibited by current assistants and household members of a professional handler. JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP - Offered by all 3 clubs Novice Junior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Place awards with competition present in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Novice Intermediate Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Place awards with competition present in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Novice Senior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Place awards with competition present in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Open Junior Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Place awards with competition present in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Open Intermediate Class: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Place awards with competition present in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Open Senior Class: For Boys 4 and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Place awards with competition present in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. Master Class: For boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years on the day of the show, and who have won 10 Best Junior wins with competition. The calendar for this class will be consistent with the eligibility dates for the AKC National Championship. All Juniors Meeting the criteria for this class are required to enter the Master Class and may change their entry the day of the show if entries have already closed. Once the eligibility time frame for that year has passed all participants return to the Open Class to compete for the following year.

6 THIS SHOW IS HELD UNDER AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB RULES 2017 National Specialty Show, Obedience Trials & Rally Trials AMERICAN BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB, INC. (Member of the American Kennel Club) OFFICERS Karen Florentine President Gayle Mitchiner Vice President Dayle Sullivan Treasurer Susan Upcraft Secretary 1517 Cat Mountain Trail, Keller, TX DELEGATE TO THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB Patte Klecan BOARD OF GOVERNORS Class of 2017 Angie Motta Sherell Thomas Susannah Feagin CLUB HISTORIAN Angie Motta Class of 2018 Lee Calhoun Dennis Craig Class of 2019 Scott Anderson Alexandra Newman DVM Show Committee Dennis Craig Show Chairman 1841 Hale Avenue, Corcoran, CA Susan Upcraft Activities Coordinator Lee Calhoun, Mo Hieronimus-DeMecurio Advertising Dayle Sullivan Agility Chair Judy Sherwood Auction Brenna Mooney Carting Shelley Bowman.Futurity Cynthia Thames Grooming Space Brenda Watson Grounds Jill Reifschneider Herding Chair Nancy Almgren Hospitality Lee Calhoun Judges Education Chair June Guido Name Badges Patte Klecan Photo Contest Lee Calhoun,.Jill Reifschneider Planning Guide Show Committee RV Parking Mo Hieronimus-DiMercurio Specialty Website Marilyn Howard Specialty BHF Liaison Mariko Saum Top Twenty Chair Angie Motta Trophies Jill Reifschneider & Angie Motta Ways & Means Angie Motta Vendor Chair

7 AMERICAN BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB, INC. Judges Mr. Greg Garrity, 879 W. Marshall Blvd, San Bernardino, CA Sweepstakes, Veteran Sweepstakes, 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition Mrs. Susan DiGiorno, 750 Oak Avenue #190, Folsom, CA Futurity Mrs. Marcia Proud, 9016 NW 143 rd Street, Alachua, FL Regular & Non-Regular Classes & Junior Showmanship Classes Ms. Lora Cox, 1467 Pashote Ct., Milpitas, CA Obedience & Rally Classes ROSETTE PRIZES WILL BE AS FOLLOWS Regular Classes First Prize Blue Second Prize Red Third Prize Yellow Fourth Prize White Winners Purple Reserve Winners Purple & White Select Light Blue & White Best of Winners Blue & White Best of Breed Purple & Gold Best of Opposite Sex Red & White Best Owner-Handled Maroon Reserve Owner Handled Lt. Green Award of Merit Dark Green Best Puppy in Puppy Classes Dark Green Best Bred-by-Exhibitor Dark Green Best Veteran Dark Green Obedience Classes Highest Scoring Dog in Regular Classes Blue & Gold Highest Scoring Dog in Open & Utility Combined......Blue & Green Highest Scoring Champion of Record Dark Green Qualifying Score Dark Green Rally Classes High Combined Advanced & Excellent Blue & Green Qualifying Score Dark Green Non-Regular Classes First Prize Rose Second Prize Brown Third Prize Light Green Fourth Prize Gray Best Junior Handler Rose & Green Sweepstakes/Veteran Sweepstakes Best in Sweepstakes Veteran Sweepstakes.....Pink & Green Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes/Veteran Sweeps Lavender Futurity Best Dog in Futurity, Best Bitch in Futurity Pink & Green Altered Best of Breed - Altered Dark Green 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Best 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Orange Best of Opposite Sex to Best 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Lavender

8 AMERICAN BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB, INC. Awards of Merit - will be selected after the Best of Breed Competition, at the discretion of the judge. The number of Awards of Merit will be 10% of the total entry for Best of Breed competition up to a maximum of six (6) awards. Award of Merit selection will be designated in no particular order and in any quantity per gender, subject to the total limit Best of Breed, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed, Select Dog & Select Bitch are excluded from Award of Merit selection. SWEEPSTAKES Requirements & Classification Sweepstakes is open to all Bouvier des Flandres, at least 6 months old and not over 18 months old on the day of the show. Champions may compete in Sweepstakes. Dogs shown in Sweepstakes must also be entered in one of the regular classes at the regular entry fee and on the regular entry form. Indicate your Sweepstakes Class with the age division in the space provided for "Additional Class". Judging will be before judging of the regular classes. Prize money will be paid in the ring to the person showing the dog. Classification Divided by Sex: 6 and under 9 months, 9 and under 12 months, 12 and under 15 months, 15 and under 18 months Division of Entry Money as Prizes After 35% of total entry fees will be retained by the Club for expenses. The remaining 65% will be divided as follows First Prize % of the entry money in that class Second Prize % of the entry money in that class Third Prize % of the entry money in that class Fourth Prize % of the entry money in that class Best in Sweepstakes % of the entry money SWEEPSTAKES PRIZES The following Prizes are offered by the American Bouvier des Flandres Club Best in Sweepstakes Dannyhquest Art Work. Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes Dannyquest Art Work First in Each Class Dannyquest Art Work Second, Third, Fourth in Each Class Dannyquest Medallion VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES Requirements & Classification Veteran Sweepstakes is open to all dogs & bitches at least seven (7) years of age on the day of the show. Champions may compete in Veteran Sweepstakes. Spayed or neutered dogs are eligible. Dogs shown in Veteran Sweepstakes need not be entered in one of the regular classes or at the regular entry fee. Indicate your Veteran Sweepstakes Class with the age division in the space provided. Prize money will be paid in the ring to the person showing the dog. Classification Divided by sex: 7 & Under 9 Years; 9 & under 11 Years; 11 Years & over 7 Prize Money After 35% of total entry fees will be retained by the Club for expenses. The remaining 65% will be divided as follows: First Place % of the entry money in that class Second Place % of the entry money in that class Third Place % of the entry money in that class Fourth Place % of the entry money in that class Best in Veteran Sweepstakes % of the entry money VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES PRIZES The following Prizes are offered by the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Best in Veteran Sweepstakes, Dannyquest Art Work. Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweepstakes, Dannyquest Art Work. First in Each Class, Dannyquest Art Work. Second, Third, Fourth in Each Class, Dannyquest Medallion

9 AMERICAN BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB, INC. FUTURITY Summary of Requirements - Bitches shall be nominated after being bred but before puppies are whelped by submitting a fee and nomination form. Breeder must be a member in good standing of the ABdFC, Inc. The litter to be registered within 30 days of whelping. Nomination of each individual puppy must be made before the puppy reaches 4 months of age by submitting the form and nomination fee. Owner or co-owner must be a member in good standing of the ABdFC or apply for membership. All dogs entered in the Futurity must be entered in one of the regular classes at the National Specialty Show. Fee is the same as an additional class. Indicate Futurity, and the class on the entry in the space for Additional Classes. CLASSIFICATION Regular Classes Senior Dogs (dogs born October 1, 2015 through January 31, 2016) Intermediate Dogs (dogs born February 1, 2016 through May 31, 2016) Junior Dogs (dogs born June 1, 2016 through September 30, 2016 Division of Entry Money as Prizes 35% of total entry fees will be retained by the Club for expenses. 39% shall be equally distributed to each of the First-Place Winners for the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Classes for each sex. 26% of the income prize money shall be distributed to Best Dog in Futurity & Best Bitch in Futurity. 50% of each prize goes to the owner(s) and 50% fees to the breeder(s). NOTICE: All entries must comply with the rules governing the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Futurity Money prizes will be presented at the Awards Dinner. FUTURITY PRIZES The following Prizes are offered by the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Jade Crystal Awards will be presented at the Awards Dinner to: Best Dog in Futurity, One Jade Crystal Award to the Breeder(s). Sire of Best Dog in Futurity, One Jade Crystal Award to the Owner(s). Best Bitch in Futurity, One Jade Crystal Award to the Breeder(s). Sire of Best Bitch in Futurity, One Jade Crystal Award to the Owner(s). First through Fourth in each Class Dannnyquest Art Work or Medallion. PLEASE NOTE: Disbursements & Awards will be awarded to the owner of the sire listed first on AKC registration paperwork and to the breeder listed first on AKC registration paperwork of the Best Dog in Futurity and Best Dam in Futurity. THERE WILL BE COMPETITION FOR BEST OWNER- HANDLED, BEST PUPPY IN PUPPY CLASSES, BEST BRED-BY-EXHIBITOR, BEST VETERAN & BEST ALTERED AT THE NATIONAL 8

10 AMERICAN BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB, INC. CLASSIFICATION Regular Classes The following classes will be provided for both dogs and bitches Puppy, 6 Mos & Under 9 Mos Bred-by-Exhibitor Puppy, 9 Mos & Under 12 Mos American-Bred Months Open Months WINNERS Amateur-Owner-Handled BEST OF BREED COMPETITION Non-Regular (Additional) Classes Involving Single Dog Entries Veteran Dog Class - For dogs 7 years of age or older on the day of the show. Neutered dogs may compete in Veteran Classes at Specialties. The winner of each class is eligible to compete for Best of Breed provided they have not been defeated in another class. Veteran Bitch Class - For bitches 7 years of age or older on the day of the show. Spayed bitches may compete in Veteran Classes at Specialties. The winner of each class is eligible to compete for Best of Breed provided they have not been defeated in another class. Working Dog/Bitch Class - Dogs/Bitches must be at least 6 months of age on the day of the show, hold an AKC performance title (Obedience, Tracking, Herding, Agility Rally). Champions may compete in this class. Dogs must not be spayed or neutered. Altered Dog/Bitch Class - Dogs/bitches must be over 6 Months of age and be spayed or neutered. Champions may be shown in this class. The winners of these classes will compete for a separate Best of Breed -altered. Non-Regular (Additional) Classes Involving Multiple Dog Entries NOTE: As the judge's decision in the Stud Dog, Brood Bitch and Brace Classes is based on the merits of more than one dog or bitch, no one of the dogs or bitches making up the entry judged First in the class will be eligible to compete for Best of Breed by virtue of having won this class. Stud Dog Class - For Stud Dogs and two of their get (It is not necessary that the Get be under the same ownership as that of the Stud Dog. The Stud Dog may be entered separately, in one of the regular classes, or if a Champion of Record in Best of Breed Competition, but MUST be entered in the Stud Dog Class. The Get MUST be entered in one of the regular classes. The Stud Dog must be shown in the ring with the Get. The class will be judged on the merits of the Get. While the merits of the stud dog are not to be considered in the placement of the entry, the Stud Dog must be examined to determine if it has a condition that would require its disqualification or excusal under the Dog Show Rules, AKC policy or the standard of its Breed. Brood Bitch Class - Same as for the Stud Dog except substitute Brood Bitch for Stud Dog and Produce for Get. Brace Class For two of the same breed, regardless of sex, performing in unison and must have at least one common owner and presented by a maximum of two handlers. Each dog may also be entered in another class or entered in Brace Class only. Both dogs need to be identified at the same time of entry in the space forf Additional Class, If more than one Brace is entered, by the same owner, the dogs comprising each Brace must be so designated, Brace NO, 1, Brace No. 2, etc. Maturity Class A class to be judged based on the consistency of type in three generations of dogs, regardless of sex. At least one of the entries 9 must be entered in a regular class with Maturity Class as an additional class. A bitch or dog must be shown with a son or daughter, and a grandson or granddaughter. Only one dog per generation may be shown (oldest to youngest). All dogs must be identified at the time of entry in the space for Additional Class. If more than one Maturity is entered by the same owner, the dogs comprising each Maturity must be so designated Maturity 1, Maturity 2, etc. CLASSIFICATION - REGULAR CLASSES Novice A Class Open A Class Utility A Class Novice B Class Open B Class Utility B Class CLASSIFICATION - OPTIONAL TITLING CLASSES Beginner Novice A Beginner Novice B Graduate Novice Graduate Open Preferred Utility Versatility Class RALLY CLASSES Novice A Class Advanced A Class Excellent A Class Novice B Class Advanced B Class Excellent B Class

11 AMERICAN BOUVIER DES FLANDRES CLUB, INC. BREED PRIZES CHALLENGE TROPHIES Breeder of Best of Breed, THE CHRISTINE PAQUETTE MEMORIAL CHALLENGE TROPHY, a Bronze Statue on a Walnut Base designed by Chris Baldwin in memory of Christine Paquette of the Quiche Kennels. This trophy was retired by and is being re-donated through the generosity of Louise & Elaine Paquette offered through the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. for competition at its Specialty Shows only. The trophy is offered to the Breeder of the Best of Breed Winner. For permanent possession, it must be won three times by the same breeder not necessarily with the same dog or in consecutive years. Each winners name will be equally on a brass plaque and mounted to the walnut base. The trophy will remain in the custody of the ABdFC or the Paquette Family until retired. Prizes consisting of Dannyquest Art Work will be awarded for the following, offered by The American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc.: Best of Breed Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed Best of Winners Select Dog Select Bitch Winners Dog Reserve Winners Dog Winners Bitch Reserve Winners Bitch Best Owner-Handled Best Puppy in Puppy Classes Best Bred-by-Exhibitor Best Veteran Best Altered First in Each Regular & Non-Regular Class Second, Third & Fourth in Each Regular Class, Dannyquest Medallioin. Each Award of Merit winner will receive Dannyquest Art Work offered by the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. The ABdFC reserves the right to substitute any prize with one of equal or greater value. All prizes must be accepted on the day of the show. None will be mailed. 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition Prizes Best 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Dannyquest Art work offered by the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Best of Opposite Sex to Best 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Dannyquest Air Work offered by the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Junior Showmanship Competition 10 Prizes The following prizes are offered by the American Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Best Junior Handler. Dannyquest Art Work Reserve Best Junior Handler Dannyquest Art Work First in Each Class Second, Third & Fourth in Each Class, Dannyquest Medallion OBEDIENCE Qualifying scores required for all prizes in Regular & Optional Titling Classes. Highest Scoring Dog in Regular Classes Dannyquest Art Work. Highest Combined Score in Open B & Utility Combined Dannyquest Art Work Highest Scoring Champion of Record in Regular Classes Dannyquest Art Work First in Each Class - Dannyquest Art Work. Each Dog with a Qualifying Score - Dannyquest Mediallion RALLY PRIZES Highest Combined Score in Advanced B & Excellent B Classes Dannyquest Art Work. First in Each Class - Dannyquest Art Work. Each Dog with a Qualifying Score - Dannyquest Medallion

12 THIS SHOW IS HELD UNDER AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB RULES EVENT # Bouvier Des Flandres Club of Northern California (Licensed by the American Kennel Club) Regional Specialty Show, Sweepstakes, Veteran Sweepstakes Junior Showmanship, NOHS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2017 Ventura Co. Fairgrounds, Seaside Park 10 W. Harbor Boulevard Ventura, California Unbenched-Indoors-7a.m. to 7 p.m. OFFICERS President... Fritz Dilsaver Vice-President... Leota Gonzalez Treasurer... Cindi Stumm Secretary... Garry Williamson 842 Aileen Street, Oakland, CA Members at Large Don Thames, Sue Digiorno, Katrina Wagner, Cynthia Thames SHOW CHAIR Katrina Wagner 847 Mohawk Drive, Livermore, CA CERTIFICATION Permission has been granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations. Gina M. DiNardo, Secretary JUDGES Specialty and Junior Showmanship Mrs. Judith A Brown 7415 Lacy Hill Dr, Houston TX Sweepstakes and Veteran Sweepstakes Ms. Robette Johns 6976 Coyote Trail, Oak Hills, CA 92344

13 Bouvier Des Flandres Club of Northern California All prizes will be offered by the Bouvier Des Flandres Club of Northern California. Prizes will be varying stained glass art work pieces featuring a Bouvier motif as follows: Best of Breed Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed Best of Winners Select Dog Select Bitch Winners Dog Reserve Winners Dog Winners Bitch Reserve Winners Bitch Best Owner-Handled Best Puppy in Puppy Classes Best Bred-by-Exhibitor Best Veteran Best Altered First in Each Regular & Non-Regular Class. Second, Third & Fourth in Each Regular Class, PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES Sweepstakes classes are open to all dogs and bitches at least six months of age and not over eighteen months of age on the day of the Specialty. Each entry is to indicate Sweepstakes (state which age division) on a regular entry form in the space for additional classes. All Sweepstakes entries must be entered in a Regular Class at this Specialty. Classification (divided by sex): 6 & Under 9 mos.; 9 & Under 12 mos.; 12 & Under 18 mos. VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES Sweepstakes classes are open to all Bouviers at least six years of age on the date of the show. Entry of Veteran Sweepstakes does not have to be entered in a regular class at this show. Each entry is to indicate Veteran Sweepstakes (state an age division) on a regular entry form in the space for additional classes. Classification (divided by sex): 6 and 9 under yrs, 9 and 11 under yrs, 11 yrs and older. Cash Prizes: The Sweepstakes entry fees will be divided for prizes. 10% will be retained by the SCBdFC, Inc. Entry fees will be divided into two equal halves. The first 50% will be divided with 60% going to Best In Vet Sweepstakes and 40% going to Best of Opposite Sex to Best In Vet Sweepstakes. The remaining 50% will be divided among First through Fourth place in each class on a percentage basis of 40% 30% 20% 10%. Notes: Bouviers may be shown in any Sweepstakes or Veteran Sweepstakes by Owner, Co- Owner or Breeder only. 12 ROSETTE PRIZES The following rosette prizes will be awarded: First Prize - Blue Rosette Third Prize - Yellow Rosette Second Prize - Red Rosette Fourth Prize - White Rosette Winners - Purple Rosette Reserve Winners - Purple and White Rosette Best of Winners - Blue and White Rosette Best of Breed - Purple and Gold Rosette Best of Opposite Sex - Red and White Rosette Select Light Blue and White Rosette And the following rosette prizes for all non-regular classes: First Prize - Rose Rosette Third Prize - Light Green Rosette Second Prize - Brown Rosette Fourth Prize - Gray Rosette Best In Sweepstakes Pink & Green Rosette BOS In Sweepstakes Lavender & White Rosette Belt Altered Light & Dark Green Rosette Best Junior Handler Pink & Green Rosette Reserved Best Junior Handler Pink & Gray Rosette Best Veteran Pink & Gray Rosette BOBOH Maroon Rosette

14 Bouvier Des Flandres Club of Northern California & Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. CLASSIFICATION This classification applies to each breed, whose name is listed. Any change in regular or non-regular classes appears under the individual breed heading. REGULAR CLASSES Puppy Dogs Puppy Bitches 6 mos. and under 9 mos. 6 mos. and under 9 mos. Puppy Dogs Puppy Bitches 9 mos. and under 12 mos. 9 mos. and under 12 mos. 12 mos. and under 15 mos. Dogs 12 mos. and under 15 mos. Bitches 15 mos. and under 18 mos. Dogs 15 mos. and under 18 mos. Bitches Novice Dogs Novice Bitches Amateur Owner Handled Dogs Amateur Owner Handled Bitches Bred by Exhibitor Dogs Bred by Exhibitor Bitches American Bred Dogs American Bred Bitches Open Dogs Open Bitches Winners Dog Winners Bitch NON-REGULAR CLASSES, INVOLVING SINGLE DOG ENTRIES Veteran (divided by sex) - 6 years of age and older BEST OF BREED (VARIETY) COMPETITION Best of Breed Competition - "The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition. Dogs that are Champions of Record. Dogs which according to their owner's records have completed the requirements for a championship but whose championships are unconfirmed. The entry and showing of dogs whose championships are unconfirmed is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where a dog completed the requirements for a championship according to the owner's records. If, at the end of the 90-day period, the championship of a dog has not been confirmed by the American Kennel Club, no further entries of the dog for Best of Breed competition are to be made until its championship has been confirmed by the AKC." Award of Merit Following the award for Best of Breed, the judge may at their discretion, choose to award up to two Award or Merit winners from the remaining entrants. Best In Puppy Class: Best Puppy and Best Opposite sex to Best Puppy will be selected from the Regular Puppy Class winners following the judging of Best of Breed Competition. Only dogs not defeated in a Puppy Class are eligible to compete. (If the winner of a class is not present for judging of the Best Puppy, the 2nd place in the class may not take its place). If Best of Winners or Best of Breed is from the Puppy Class it is automatically the Best Puppy in Classes. Altered Dogs/Bitches: This is a class open to all dogs who are 6 months of age or older and who have been spayed or neutered, but who otherwise would be eligible to show in conformation classes. The winners of these classes will compete with each other for Best Altered. Stud Dog Class - For dogs that have sired two dogs or bitches entered in this show. The award will be based on the merits of the get. The owner of the stud dog need not be the owner of the get. As the judge's 13 decision in this class will be based on the merits of more than one dog or bitch, no one of the dogs or bitches making up the entry judged first in the class, will be eligible to compete for Best of Breed by virtue of having won this class. The Stud Dog must appear in the ring with his get and be entered in the Stud Dog Class. Brood Bitch Class - For bitches that have whelped two dogs or bitches entered in this show. The award will be based on the merits of the produce. The owner of the brood bitch need not be the owner of the produce. As the judge's decision in this class will be based on the merit of more than one dog or bitch, no one of the dogs or bitches making up the entry judged first in the class will be eligible to compete for Best of Breed by virtue of having won this class. The Brood Bitch must appear in the ring with her produce and be entered in the Brood Bitch Class. Brace Class For two dogs of the variety of breed with at least one common owner. Junior Showmanship- Novice Junior, Novice Intermediate, Novice Senior, Open Junior, Open Intermediate, Open Senior, Master

15 THIS SHOW IS HELD UNDER AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB RULES Event # Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. (Licensed by the American Kennel Club) Regional Specialty Show, Sweepstakes, Veteran Sweepstakes, Junior Showmanship, NOHS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 Ventura Co. Fairgrounds, Seaside Park 10 W. Harbor Boulevard Ventura, California Unbenched-Indoors-7a.m. to 7 p.m. OFFICERS President... Larry Kasper Vice-President... Angie Motta Treasurer... Dayle Sullivan Secretary... Judy Kasper Golden Star Avenue, Riverside, CA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Terry Burian Creel, Sharrie Lux Michael Picchiottino, Michael Potter, Darlette Ratchan SHOW COMMITTEE Michael Potter, Show Chair DeGarmo Avenue, Sylmar, CA (818) , potterplce@verizon.net Assistant Show Chair Judy Kasper Trophies/Ribbons.Judy Kasper, Angie Motta, Dayle Sullivan Emergency & Safety. Bruce Edens Ring Steward...Carlo 14 Guthrie CERTIFICATION Permission has been granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club rules and regulations. Gina M. DiNardo, Secretary JUDGES Specialty and Junior Showmanship - Ms. Patricia Ann Weymouth Leafwood Lane, Tustin, CA Sweepstakes and Veteran Sweepstakes Mr. Cameron Riegel, 30 Hacienda del Valle, Peralta, NM 87042

16 Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES Sweepstakes classes are open to all dogs and bitches at least six months of age and not over eighteen months of age on the day of the Specialty, and are open to members or non-members of the SCBdFC, Inc. Judging will be held before the Regular Classes. Each entry is to indicate Sweepstakes (state which age division) on a regular entry form in the space for additional classes. All Sweepstakes entries must be entered in a Regular Class at this Specialty. Classification (divided by sex): 6 & Under 9 mos.; 9 & Under 12 mos.; 12 & Under 18 mos. Cash Prizes: The Sweepstakes entry fees will be divided for prizes. 10% will be retained by the SCBdFC, Inc. Entry fees will be divided into two equal halves. The first 50% will be divided with 60% going to Best In Puppy Sweepstakes and 40% going to Best of Opposite Sex to Best In Puppy Sweepstakes. The remaining 50% will be divided among First through Fourth place in each class on a percent- age basis of 40% 30% 20% 10%. VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES Sweepstakes classes are open to all dogs and bitches at least six years of age on the date of the show and are open to members and non-members of the SCBdFC, Inc. Entry of Veteran Sweepstakes does not have to be entered in a regular class at this show. Each entry is to indicate Veteran Sweepstakes (state an age division) on a regular entry formin the space for additional classes. Classification (divided by sex): 6 and 9 under yrs, 9 and 11 under yrs, 11 yrs and older. Cash Prizes: The Sweepstakes entry fees will be divided for prizes. 10% will be retained by the SCBdFC, Inc. Entry fees will be divided into two equal halves. The first 50% will be divided with 60% going to Best In Vet Sweepstakes and 40% going to Best of Opposite Sex to Best In Vet Sweepstakes. The remaining 50% will be divided among First through Fourth place in each class on a percentage basis of 40% 30% 20% 10%. ROSETTE PRIZES The following rosette prizes will be awarded: First Prize - Blue Rosette Third Prize - Yellow Rosette Second Prize - Red Rosette Fourth Prize - White Rosette Winners - Purple Rosette Reserve Winners - Purple and White Rosette Best of Winners - Blue and White Rosette Best of Breed - Purple and Gold Rosette Best of Opposite Sex - Red and White Rosette Select Light Blue and White Rosette And the following rosette 15 prizes for all non-regular classes: First Prize - Rose Rosette Third Prize - Light Green Rosette Second Prize - Brown Rosette Fourth Prize - Gray Rosette Best In Sweepstakes Pink & Green Rosette BOS In Sweepstakes Lavender & White Rosette Belt Altered Light & Dark Green Rosette Best Junior Handler Pink & Green Rosette Reserved Best Junior Handler Pink & Gray Rosette Best Veteran Pink & Gray Rosette BOBOH Maroon Rosette

17 Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club, Inc. Trophies Best of Breed Best of Opposite Sex Best of Winners Select Dog Select Bitch Winners Dog Winners Bitch Award of Merit 1 Award of Merit 2 Reserve Winners Dog Reserve Winners Bitch Best Puppy Best Opposite Sex to Best Puppy Best Altered Best Junior Handler Best Owner-Handler Best Veteran Best Stud Dog Best Brood Bitch Best Puppy Sweepstakes Best of Opposite Sex Puppy Sweepstakes Best Veteran Sweepstakes Best of Opposite Sex Veteran Sweepstakes Classes 1st Place in Each Class 2nd - 4th Place in Each Class Sweepstakes 1st Place in Each Class chair chair folding table canvas toy basket canvas toy basket canvas toy basket canvas toy basket cooler basket cooler basket cooler tote cooler tote chair chair cooler basket cooler basket cooler basket cooler basket cooler basket cooler basket chair w no attached table chair w no attached table chair w no attached table chair w no attached table beach/pool accessories beach/pool accessories beach/pool accessories 16 Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club Specialty September 30th the last day of our National Weekend at Seaside Park Ventura Show in Your Casual Beach Attire

18 OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM Bouvier des Flandres Club of Northern California Conformation, Sweepstakes, Jr Showmanship Tue 9/26/17 American Bouvier des Flandres Club Beginner Puppy 4-6 Month Wed 9/27/17 Conformation, Sweepstakes, Jr Showmanship, Futurity Wed 9/27/17-Fri 9/29/17 # 1 Obedience, Rally Tue 9/26/17 # 2 Obedience, Rally Wed 9/27/17 Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club Conformation, Sweepstakes, Jr Showmanship Sat 9/30/17 Ventura County Fair & Seaside Park, Ventura, California MAIL ENTRIES WITH FEES TO: JACK BRADSHAW, Supt., P.O. Box , Los Angeles, CA MAKE CHECKS payable to JACK BRADSHAW. FAX (323) Entries: ENTRIES must be received by the Superintendent not later than NOON, WEDNESDAY, Sep 6, 2017 PT ENTRY MUST BE SIGNED at the bottom by the owner or owner's duly authorized agent, otherwise entry cannot be accepted. I enclose $ for entry fees. 17 Owner Handler Eligible YES NO

19 AGREEMENT I certify that I am the actual owner of the dog, or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owner whose name I have entered above. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I (we) agree to abide by the rules and regulations of The American Kennel Club in effect at the time of this event, and any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list of this event and entry form and any decision made in accord with them. I (we) agree that the club holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall deem sufficient. I (we) certify and represent that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prizes, ribbons, or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the AKC, the event-giving club, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or event secretary and the owner and/or lessor of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event and any employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any AKC approved judge, judging at this event, harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend 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, however such, injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or any other person. I (we) agree that the determination of whether the injury is serious shall be made by the event veterinarian and is binding on me (us). I (WE) AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION, CONTROVERSY OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE ENTRY, EXHIBITION OR ATTENDANCE AT THE EVENT BETWEEN THE AKC AND THE EVENT-GIVING CLUB (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN THIS PREMIUM LIST) AND MYSELF (OURSELVES) OR AS TO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE SETTLED BY ARBITRATION PURSUANT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TO ARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOWED AS SET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES. Signature of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry: Telephone 18

20 ADDITIONAL RULES 1. Entries must reach the Superintendent, Jack Bradshaw, 5434 East Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles CA, 90022, by Noon, Wednesday, September 6, 2017 PT. Fees should accompany entries. This club and/or its superintendent assume no responsibility for wrong or incomplete information given on the entry blank by the owner or agent of the owner. This club and its superintendent assume no responsibility for the owner or owner's agents entering a dog in a class in which the dog is not eligible to compete, or for entering the same dog twice. 2. Returned Checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Superintendent will add a collection fee to the amount of each returned check and declined credit card. Subsequent returned checks for the same exhibitors may result in their being put on a CASH ONLY basis. The returned check or declined credit card MUST BE MADE GOOD by cash or money order BEFORE the dog will be allowed in the ring. 3. Exhibitors' Identification tickets and judging programs will be mailed to the address given on the entry blank. If not received within a reasonable time prior to the show, notify the superintendent. Tickets returned by the Post Office marked 'undeliverable' will be held at the Superintendent's Office. PLEASE BRING YOUR IDENTIFICATION TICKETS TO THE SHOW. 4. During the hours of judging owners are to be on call, and have their dogs ready to bring into the judging ring promptly in order that the judging will not be delayed. Dogs need only be present for their judging. Dogs not needed for further judging may be excused. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to have his dog ready to be shown and at the entrance of the judging ring when the steward calls for the class. Owners of dogs or the handlers of the dogs alone are responsible for the presence of their dogs in the judging rings. This means it is not the responsibility of the ring steward, nor of any agent of the show-giving club to locate any dog, its owner or handler, when the dog's presence is needed in a judging ring. It should be understood by every exhibitor and handler that waiting for dogs to be brought into the ring is a courtesy extended to the owner or handler of the dog. There is no rule of this club nor of The American Kennel Club that requires a judge to wait for an owner or handler to bring his dog into the ring. Show hours 7 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 5. Trophies and prizes will be awarded in the judging ring before the completion of the judging of the breed and the superintendent's office advised at once, in the event of any discrepancy. All trophies must be claimed the day of the show. None will be mailed. 6. Exhibitors are admonished to make themselves familiar with the agreement of the American Kennel Club, referred to on the reverse side of the entry blanks that accompany this premium list. Rule books are available online at akc.org 7. The club, its superintendents or their employees will not be responsible for the loss of or damage to any dog exhibited, whether the result of accident or other causes and in addition assumes no responsibility for any loss, damage or injury sustained by an exhibitor or handler. It is distinctly understood that every dog at this show is in the care and custody and control of his owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. 8. No grooming tables, pens or exhibitors setups will be allowed in the aisles and all grooming must be done away from the judging ring in areas specified by the club. 9. Entry fees shall NOT be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, sick, lame, excused by veterinarian or judge, barred from competition by action of the Event Committee, or because the dog is ineligible to compete due to being entered incorrectly. There is no refund of entry fee for duplicate entry. There will be a $4.00 fee charged for cancellation of entry prior to closing of entries. 10. There is no provision offered for unentered dogs at this show. 11. Declination of Entries. The American Bouvier des Flandres Club Inc., Bouvier des Flandres Club of Northern California, and/or Southern California Bouvier des Flandres Club may decline any entries for cause and may refuse to receive or may remove any dog on account of disease, viciousness or other causes, and no one shall have any claim or recourse against the Kennel Club or any official thereof. 12. If, because of riots, civil disturbances or other acts beyond the control of the management, it is impossible to open or complete the show, no refund of entry will be made. 13. Do not leave any dogs in closed vehicles. 14. Dogs which according to their owners' records have completed the requirements for a championship after the 19 closing of entries for the show but whose championships are unconfirmed, may be transferred from one of the regular classes to the Best of Breed or Variety Competition, provided this transfer is made by the Superintendent at least one half hour prior to the start of the earliest Conformation judging at the Show. 15. Junior Handlers who win a third Novice Class after the Closing of entries for a show may transfer their entry from the Novice Class to the Open Class provided that this transfer is made by the Superintendent at least one half-hour prior to the scheduled start of the earliest conformation judging or one half-hour prior to the scheduled start of Junior Showmanship judging at the Show, whichever is earlier. 16. Dogs which according to their owners records have earned an obedience or rally title after the closing of entries for the show may be moved up to the next class, provided this transfer is made in writing and presented to the superintendent at least 30 minutes prior to the start of each trial. 17. No practicing in rings allowed at any time. 18. Parents and/or Guardians are responsible for the actions of their children. 19. Bitches in season are ineligible to compete in trials. To receive a refund, a veterinarian s letter needs to be received by the Superintendent no later than one half hour prior to the start of the first class in the trial. There will be a $4.00 fee charged for bitch in season cancellations.