French Bull Dog Club of America

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1 AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB RULES & REGULATIONS GOVERN THESE EVENTS. JUDGING PROGRAM French Bull Dog Club of America Independent Specialty Show National Specialty Show Obedience & Rally Trial Monday Friday, October 17 21, 2016 Las Vegas, NV BaRay Event Services, Inc. A.K.C. ANNUALLY LICENSED SUPERINTENDENTS MEMBER: DOG SHOW SUPERINTENDENTS ASSOCIATION SHEILA RAYMOND BECKY SUMNER JANE ANDERSON JESSICA BAKER ROBERTA MARTIN CHUCK ST. JOHN SHARON SAMSON P.O. BOX 508, BURLINGTON, WA PHONE: FAX: HAND-DELIVERED, EXPRESS or PRIORITY, FEDEX or UPS: 113 E. FAIRHAVEN AVE., BURLINGTON, WA (do NOT require signature) WEB SITE: BaRayEvents.com OFFICE HOURS 10AM-5PM MON.-FRI. Like us on FACEBOOK French Bulldog National Specialty

2 Member of the American Kennel Club National Specialty Obedience Trial & Rally Trial OPEN TO FRENCH BULLDOGS ONLY Obedience - # Rally - # MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, Month Beginner Puppy Competition # MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2016 Independent Specialty Show # TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18-19, 2016 National Specialty Show Specialty & Jr. Showmanship # Sweepstakes # (Thursday) THURSDAY & FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20-21, 2016 NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES (NOHS) AT BOTH SPECIALTIES ALEXIS PARK ALL SUITE RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER 375 E. Harmon Avenue, Las Vegas NV Reservations: SHOW HOURS 7:00 am to 7:00 pm THESE SHOWS WILL BE HELD INDOORS - UNBENCHED Dogs owned or co-owned by the Show Chairman or Committee Members who contact the judge(s) in an official capacity will not be exhibited in these FBDCA shows French Bulldog National Specialty THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB CERTIFICATION Permission has been granted by the American Kennel Club for the holding of this event under American Kennel Club Rules and Regulations. James P. Crowley, Secretary

3 OFFICERS President...Virginia Rowland Vice President...Robin Stansell Treasurer... Vickie Haggas Secretary...Susan Simon S. 36th St., Vicksburg Ml DELEGATE TO THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS SHOW COMMITTEE Ann Hubbard Alvin Samala Jeff Hanneson Kathy Carlson Robert Smith Show Chairperson Alvin Samala 2157 Stanbridge Ave., Long Beach CA Assistant Show Chairperson... Darryl Bedoy Obedience & Rally Chairperson...Carol Keller Show Treasurer...Susan Neidlinger NSOC Oversight... Virginia Rowland, Robin Stansell COMMITTEES Catalog Ads... Jackie Monell Chief Ring Steward...Carlo Guthrie Grounds... Naniece Bucci Health Genetics... Calvin Dykes Honors and Awards...Allen Weinberg Judges Education...Virginia Rowland Breeders Education...Donna Stoffer Vendors... Randy Johnson RV Parking... Dean & Mike Doty Daily Raffle & Auction... Carole & Bob Salisbury Divisional Bags... Diana Bates Top Twenty...Sande Abernathy Trophies...Sandy Fox, Jill Neidig Welcome Party... Alvin Samala Costume Contest...Jennifer Stampfl Welcome Bags... Alvin Samala Titleholders/Veterans/Rescue Parades... Kirsten Webster Souvenir/Merchandise...Susan Cunningham, Laura Holthaus Hospitality... Darryl Bedoy, Michelle Jones, Jana Gibbs, Kristen Webster INDEPENDENT SPECIALTY JUDGE Regular & Non-Regular Classes Jon Cole [0379]...PO Box , Nashville, TN NATIONAL SPECIALTY JUDGES Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes Dr. Lori Hunt, DVM Porter Road, North Olmstead, OH All Conformation Classes, Best Owner-Handled and Junior Showmanship Competition Robin Stansell [5580] Government Rd., Clayton NC Mos. Beginner Puppy Competition Linda Moore [53713] S. Joplin Ave., Tulsa OK Obedience & Rally Classes Susie Osburn [18649] Pepe Cir, Las Vegas, NV Breeders Class Donna Stoffer Metcalf Rd, Louisburg, KS SHOW VETERINARIANS ON CALL & 24 HOUR ANIMAL EMERGENCY Tropicana Animal Hospital 2385 E. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas NV DIRECTIONS TO 24-HOUR ANIMAL EMERGENCY CLINIC (2.4 miles; 6-8 minutes): From Hotel, head east on E. Harmon Avenue. Turn right onto Paradise Road. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto E. Tropicana Avenue. Destination will be on the right. French Bulldog National Specialty

4 OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER Keith Highley, KH Photography keithhighley.com (891) , 1636 West South, Riverton, UT OFFICIAL VIDEOGRAPHER Irvin B. Krukenkamp MD ShowDogVideo Pros 40 Junction Rd., South Berwick ME Check this web site for information on live video streaming of the Show closer to show dates. IMPORTANT INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO BOTH PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY This show will be professionally photographed and professionally video recorded. Other com mercial photography or video recording or photography or video recording from a tripod-mounted camera, or any photographing or video recording of entire classes of dogs will NOT be permitted. Submission of an entry form and/or physical presence on the show grounds shall constitute both implied and real consent for both the handler and their dog to be photographed and/or video recorded. All rights to televise, videotape, advertise, photograph, promote and otherwise exploit these events are vested in the FBDCA or in persons to whom assignments of such rights have been made in writing by the club. All persons and animals on the Show Grounds, at any time while these events are in progress, do by attending these events or participating therein, grant the club the right to photograph, televise, video tape, audio tape or otherwise use their likeness and voice in any manner without further release or consent. Commercial photography and video recording, photography and video recording from a tripod mounted camera, or any photographing or video recording of entire classes of dogs shall require permission in advance, and in writing from the club. Photographs and/or video recordings taken for any reason other than personal use are strictly prohibited. ROUTES TO THE SHOW From Arizona: Take I-10 W. Take US-60 W, US-93, I-40 W and US-93 N to 215 W. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 61 for I-215 W. Take exit 10 (NV-171) toward Sunset Rd/McCarran Airport. Continue on NV-171. Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right to stay on NV-171. Left onto E Harmon Ave. Alexis Park will be on the Left. From California: Take I-15 N. Take exit 33 for NV-160/Blue Diamond Rd toward Interstate 215 E/County Rd 215, Clark County 215 W. Keep left, follow signs for I-215 E/McCarran Airport/Henderson and merge onto I-215 E. Take exit 10 (NV-171) from I-215 E. Continue on NV-171. Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right to stay on NV-171. Left onto E Harmon Ave. Alexis Park will be on the Left. From North of Las Vegas: Take I-15 S. Take exit 38B toward Flamingo Rd E. Continue on W Flamingo Rd. Drive to E Harmon Ave. Turn right onto Koval Ln. Turn left onto E Harmon Ave. Alexis Park will be on the Right. From McCarran International Airport: Head North on Swenson Street. Turn Left on East Harmon Avenue. Alexis Park All Suite Resort will be on the Left From the Strip: Alexis Park All Suite Resort is located 1 mile east of the Strip on Harmon Avenue. Harmon Avenue is located just south of Planet Hollywood. Take Harmon Avenue east and Alexis Park Resort will be on the Right. OTHER TRANSPORTATION TAXI and UBER & LYFT: Taxi fare is approximately $15-$18 from airport to Resort. UBER and LYFT rides are approximately $12-$15 with tip. UBER and LYFT drivers are accessible on the pick-up lanes on Level 3 of airport Terminal #1 and in the parking garage in Terminal #3. FLYING: McCarran International Airport ( ) Airport Shuttle 24-hour service. OVERFLOW HOTELS Rumor Las Vegas (next door to Alexis Park Resort) $ 455 E. Harmon Ave., Las Vegas NV rumorvegas.com or Red Roof Inn Las Vegas (0.3 miles from Alexis Park Resort) $ 4350 Paradise Road, Las Vegas NV redroof.com Two (2) dog limit per room; no pet fee Hyatt Place (0.3 miles from Alexis Park Resort) $$$ Two (2) dog limit per room; $75 pet fee 4520 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas NV lasvegas.place.hyatt.com French Bulldog National Specialty

5 Monday, October 17 Tuesday, October 18 Wednesday, October 19 Thursday, October 20 Friday, October 21 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 8:00 am Obedience Trial & Rally Trial 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Health Clinic (Echocardiograms) (may extend into Tuesday) 1:30 pm AKC Sanctioned 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Welcome Party / Costume Contest / Parades of Veterans & Titleholders 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Health Clinic (Echocardiograms) (tentative) 8:00 am FBDCA Independent Specialty Dog/Bitch Classes, Non Regular Classes, (Veteran Dog, Veteran Bitch, Stud Dog, Brood Bitch) 6:00 pm Cocktail Party / Rescue Parade 8:00 am FBDCA Independent Specialty Best of Breed 2:00 to 5:00 pm Judge s Education and Workshop 2:00 to 4:00 pm Health Education Seminar 4:00 to 6:00 pm Breeder s Education Seminar 7:00 pm Top Twenty Showcase 8:00 am FBDCA National Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes 1:30 pm FBDCA National Specialty Dog Classes & Bitch Classes Begin 5:00 pm FBDCA Annual Meeting 8:00 am FBDCA National Specialty concludes Junior Showmanship 8:15 am FBDCA National Specialty concludes Remainder of Bitches, Non-Regular classes 10:30 am FBDCA National Specialty Non-Regular Classes (Veteran Dogs, Veteran Bitches, Brood Bitches, Brace) 11:30 am Special Attraction Breeders Class 1:00 pm FBDCA National Specialty Best of Breed Competition 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Awards Banquet & Charitable Auction HEALTH EDUCATION SEMINAR There will be a Health Education Discussion Panel - Dr. Greg Lawson, DVM, PhD, CACLAM, Director of the Office for Laboratory Animal Care, UC Berkeley, FBDCA Member Veterinarian (TBD), and Calvin Dykes (Health and Genetics Chairperson) will serve as the moderator. The panel will address questions on specific health tests, why health test, OFA, Immunology, minimal vaccination protocols, allergy issues, and health related diet questions. Please plan to attend on Wednesday, October 19th sometime after FBDCA Independent Specialty Best of Breed competition. The seminar/discussion panel will have a duration of approximately 2 hours. French Bulldog National Specialty

6 ACCOMMODATIONS ALEXIS PARK ALL SUITE RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER 375 E. Harmon Ave., Las Vegas NV or Reservations Check-in time: 4:00 pm A non-refundable $75.00 pet fee applies per suite reserved for all attendees traveling with dogs. All dogs MUST be crated when occupant is not in suite. All dogs MUST be on leash on the hotel grounds. No dogs in the restaurants or eating areas. Walk dogs in the designated areas only. CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOGS, PLEASE. LOCATION: Alexis Park All Suite Resort is located one mile east of the Strip and two blocks west of Paradise Road on Harmon Avenue. Directions from McCarran International Airport: Head North on Swenson Street. Turn left onto East Harmon Avenue. Resort will be on the left. Directions from the Strip: Resort is located one mile east of the Strip on Harmon Avenue. Harmon Avenue is located just south of Planet Hollywood. Take Harmon Avenue east and Resort will be on the right. ALEXIS RESORT/HOTEL SHUTTLE: Complimentary airport/hotel shuttle ( ). Please call the hotel AFTER landing for pick-up. The Hotel Shuttle will ONLY pick-up from Terminal #1. Tell Operator that you are requesting pick up at Terminal #1. Based upon availability, the shuttle will be provided 7 days a week from 7AM-10:30PM. For Terminal #1 (Southwest, Spirit, Delta, Allegiant, American Airlines), the shuttle will pick-up and drop-off at the zero level of baggage claim. Terminal #3 (All international carriers, plus Alaska, United, Jet Blue, Hawaiian, Frontier, Virgin America, Sun Country): The Hotel Shuttle cannot pick-up from Terminal #3. If you arrive at Terminal #3, a Courtesy Inter-Terminal Shuttle service is available to transport you between Terminal #1 and Terminal #3. The Inter-Terminal shuttle bus stop is located on Level Zero in the center of the curb. Just look for the McCarran logo and soon you ll be on your way. Service is provided approximately every minutes. Once you are at the Terminal #1 Shuttle location, call (702) for the Hotel Shuttle. PLEASE NOTE: The Resort does NOT take advance pick-up appointments due to all the delays and issues at the airport no consistent times. Departures from the hotel is on the hour every hour (13 seats only). Guest sign up for departure time 24 hours before leaving the hotel. RV DRY CAMPING AT ALEXIS PARK RESORT RV parking is adjacent to the Alexis Park Resort. Daily Parking (Stay) Rate of $100.00/night if unreserved, including power. RV guests are required to check in at front desk immediately after parking their RV. Guests will sign a parking instruction sheet, liability waiver and be given a special parking pass/flyer along with limited type of hotel guest room key which will provide access to the Hotel s facilities. This key will grant you access to all resort facilities including the Resort Fitness Center which has full service locker rooms available for showering and restroom use. RV will be parked on dirt. Bring ground cover. Water and dump facilities are not available on the site; please plan accordingly. Arrangements will be made for a provider to dump black/gray water and provide fresh water fill, provided there is enough interest. There will be a cost for this separate from the parking fee. Include a self-addressed envelope with your parking reservation form (located on website) to receive your confirmation and directions to the RV parking area. We ask that an Emergency Contact Number be posted on your dashboard in case of an emergency. Any generators used to power the RV s would be required to be turned off nightly by 11:00 PM and turned back on after 7:00 AM each day of stay due to noise in compliance with Las Vegas noise ordinance French Bulldog National Specialty

7 2016 TOP TWENTY SHOWCASE Wednesday, October 19, :00 pm You re invited to our 13th Anniversary showcasing the top ranked French Bulldogs in America of 2015 and The Top 20 Committee will honor these top Frenchies and showcase the commitment of their breeders, owners, and handlers. This event is an opportunity to view the current reigning champions, a chance to visit with friends, and an opportunity to study the breed. This 2016 Showcase will be non-competitive. A new and improved Top Twenty will again offer competition in Thank You for Your Support. NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS ALL EVENTS Entry fees shall NOT be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, sick, lame, excused by the Judge or Veterinarian, or barred from competition by action of the Show Committee, or because it has been entered incorrectly. There is no refund for DUPLICATE ENTRIES or OVERPAYMENTS. If, because of riots, civil disturbances or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to open, or to complete the Show NO REFUND will be made. To find out about any AKC event cancellations call the AKC Event Cancellation Hotline Please note: Any hotel or motel listed in the premium list is subject to Event Committee Rules. We expect our exhibitors to be responsible guests. A report that an exhibitor at this show has abused hotel or motel property during this weekend may result in disciplinary action. Clubs reserve the right to decline future entries from the offending party in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 11, Section 15 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows. Dogs need be present only for scheduled judging and will be released if not needed for further judging. Dogs must be ready for judging. Neither the Clubs nor its Superintendent/Show Secretary will be responsible or obligated to furnish any service for notifying exhibitors or their agents of Breed or Class Judging. Judges need not wait for any dog holding up a class. Owners or agents alone are responsible for the presence of their dogs in the judging rings. Only dogs eligible for these shows will be admitted into the show area. There is no provision for unentered dogs. LOSS OR DAMAGE The Show Committee will use due care and diligence for the welfare of dogs and exhibitors, but will not be responsible for, or assume any liability in the event of any accident or misfortune, to either dogs or exhibitors participating in these Shows. The welfare of an Exhibitor s child is assumed to be the responsibility of the Exhibitor. It is distinctly understood that Exhibitors will exercise control and restraint over their children. Exhibitors should follow their veterinarians recommendation to assure their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate vaccinations. ALL RIGHTS TO TELEVISE, VIDEOTAPE, ADVERTISE, PHOTOGRAPH, PROMOTE or otherwise exploit this event are vested in the Clubs, or in persons to whom assignments of such rights have been made in writing by the Clubs. All persons and animals on the Show Grounds at any time while the show is in progress, do by attending this show or participating therein, grant to the Clubs the right to photograph, televise, videotape, audiotape or otherwise use their likeness and voice in any manner without further release or consent. The Clubs are not responsible for the actions or products of the commercial vendors at this show. French Bulldog National Specialty

8 MONDAY OCTOBER 17 8:00AM NATIONAL SPECIALTY OBEDIENCE TRIAL (9) JUDGE: SUSIE OSBURN 1 Beginner Novice B No. [1301] 1 Beginner Novice A No Graduate Open Class _ No. [1401] 1 Open Class B No Open Class A No Novice Class B Nos Novice Class A No Veterans Class No :30AM NATIONAL SPECIALTY RALLY TRIAL (15) 2 Rally Excellent B Nos. Nos Rally Advanced B No Rally Advanced A No Rally Novice B Nos Rally Novice A Nos Rally Team Novice Nos. [2201, 2602], :30PM NATIONAL SPECIALTY 4-6 MO PUPPY (29) JUDGE: LINDA MOORE 29 Beginner Puppy 4-6 Mos. Best Beginner Puppy 4-6 Months, Best of Opposite Sex MONDAY EVENING, NO EARLIER THAN 6:00 PARADES 7 Parade of Titleholders 5 Parade of Veterans French Bulldog National Specialty

9 TUESDAY OCTOBER 18 INDEPENDENT SPECIALTY SHOW BEGINS Total Dogs: 229 Total Entries: 234 8:00AM JUDGE: JON COLE Lunch Break at Judge s Discretion 66 CONFORMATION DOGS 12 Puppy Dogs 6-9 Mos. 17 Puppy Dogs 9-12 Mos. 9 Dogs Mos. 1 Am-Owner-Handler Dogs 10 Bred by Exhibitor Dogs 2 American Bred Dogs 6 Open Dogs Brindle 9 Open Dogs Cream & Fawn Winners Dog, Reserve 87 CONFORMATION BITCHES 16 Puppy Bitches 6-9 Mos. 16 Puppy Bitches 9-12 Mos. 11 Bitches Mos. 3 Am-Owner-Handler Bitches 13 Bred by Exhibitor Bitches 6 American Bred Bitches 9 Open Bitches Brindle 10 Open Bitches Cream & Fawn 3 Open Bitches Pied & White Winners Bitch, Reserve 13 NON-REGULAR CONFORMATION 1 Veteran Dogs 7-9 Yrs. 2 Veteran Dogs 9-11 Yrs. 1 Veteran Dogs 11+Yrs. 5 Veteran Bitches 7-9 Yrs. 1 Veteran Bitches 9-11 Yrs. 1 Veteran Bitches 11+Yrs. 2 Brood Bitches TUESDAY EVENING, 6:00 COCKTAIL PARTY / 14 PARADE OF RESCUES French Bulldog National Specialty

10 WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 19 INDEPENDENT SPECIALTY SHOW CONCLUDES 8:00AM JUDGE: JON COLE 68 Best of Breed Best of Breed, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex, Select Dog, Select Bitch, NOHS Best of Breed, Awards of Merit, Best Puppy in Puppy Classes, Best Bred-by-Exhibitor, Best Veteran THURSDAY OCTOBER 20 NATIONAL SPECIALTY SHOW BEGINS Total Dogs: 259 Total Entries: 387 8:00AM JUDGE: DR. LORI HUNT, DVM 100 SWEEPSTAKES 10 Sweepstakes Dogs 6-9 Mos. 19 Sweepstakes Dogs 9-12 Mos. 5 Sweepstakes Dogs Mos. 8 Sweepstakes Dogs Mos. 16 Sweepstakes Bitches 6-9 Mos. 17 Sweepstakes Bitches 9-12 Mos. 14 Sweepstakes Bitches Mos. 11 Sweepstakes Bitches Mos. Best in Sweepstakestakes, Best of Opposite Sex 11 VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES 2 Veteran Sweepstakes Dogs 7-9 Yrs. 2 Vet Sweepstakes Dogs 9-11 Yrs. 1 Veteran Sweepstakes Dogs 11+Yrs. 4 Vet Sweepstakes Bitches 7-9 Yrs. 1 Vet Sweepstakes Bitches 9-11 Yrs. 1 Vet Sweepstakes Bitches 11+Yrs. Best in Veteran Sweepstakes, Best of Opposite Sex OFFICIAL NOTICE: SUBSTITUTION OF JUDGE Reference Chapter 7, Section 8 of AKC Rules: Owner has the right to withdraw his entry and have his entry fee refunded provided notification of his withdrawal is received no later than one half-hour prior to the start of any regular conformation judging. ROBIN STANSELL WILL JUDGE THE ENTIRE ASSIGNMENT OF ANN D HEARN French Bulldog National Specialty

11 THURSDAY OCTOBER 20 (continued) NATIONAL SPECIALTY CONFORMATION CLASSES JUDGE: ROBIN STANSELL 1:30PM REGULAR CLASS DOGS (67) 12 Puppy Dogs 6-9 Mos. 18 Puppy Dogs 9-12 Mos. 7 Dogs Mos. 2 Am-Owner-Handler Dogs 11 Bred by Exhibitor Dogs 2 American Bred Dogs 6 Open Dogs Brindle 9 Open Dogs Cream & Fawn Winners Dog, Reserve FOLLOWED BY REGULAR CLASS BITCHES (32 of 93) 16 Puppy Bitches 6-9 Mos. 16 Puppy Bitches 9-12 Mos. Remainder of Bitches are being judged on Friday FRIDAY OCTOBER 21 NATIONAL SPECIALTY CONFORMATION CLASSES CONTINUE JUDGE: ROBIN STANSELL 8:00AM JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES (2) 1 Novice Junior Class 1 Open Junior Class Best Junior Handler 8:15AM REMAINDER OF REGULAR CLASS BITCHES (61 of 93) 11 Bitches Mos. 4 Am-Owner-Handler Bitches 17 Bred by Exhibitor Bitches 7 American Bred Bitches 9 Open Bitches Brindle 10 Open Bitches Cream & Fawn 3 Open Bitches Pied & White Winners Bitch, Reserve French Bulldog National Specialty

12 FRIDAY OCTOBER 21 (continued) NATIONAL SPECIALTY CONFORMATION CLASSES CONTINUE JUDGE: ROBIN STANSELL 10:30AM NON-REGULAR CLASSES (13) 2 Veteran Dogs 7-9 Yrs. 2 Veteran Dogs 9-11 Yrs. 4 Veteran Bitches 7-9 Yrs. 1 Veteran Bitches 9-11 Yrs. 1 Veteran Bitches 11+Yrs. 2 Brood Bitches 1 Brace Unit 11:30AM NATIONAL SPECIALTY SPECIAL ATTRACTION BREEDERS CLASS (2 UNITS) JUDGE: DONNA STOFFER 1:00PM BEST OF BREED COMPETITION (73) JUDGE: ROBIN STANSELL 73 Best of Breed Best of Breed, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex, Select Dog, Select Bitch, NOHS Best of Breed, Awards of Merit, Best Puppy in Puppy Classes, Best Bred-by-Exhibitor, Best Veteran TRANSFER OF ENTRIES NOTE: BECAUSE OF TRAVEL TIME TO THE SHOW SITE, TRANSFER OF ENTRIES AND REQUESTS FOR REFUNDS FOR PUBLISHED JUDGE CHANGES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN THE OFFICE AFTER 12:00 NOON ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14. AFTER THIS TIME, YOU MUST CONTACT THE SUPERINTENDENT ON SITE. CONFORMATION: Dogs may be transferred from one of the regular classes to the Best of Breed or Variety competition, provided this transfer is presented to the Superintendent at least one half-hour prior to the scheduled start of any regular conformation judging at the show. JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP: Junior Handlers who win a third Novice Class with competition, if a win in Novice leads to a Best Junior with competition present it will count as one win towards moving to Open, after closing of entries for a show are required to transfer their entry from the Novice Class to the Open Class by notifying the Superintendent at least one-half hour prior to the scheduled start of Junior Showmanship juding at the show. Correction may be made from one age division to another, provided this transfer must be made to the Superintendent at least one half-hour prior to the judging of any Junior Showmanship class at the show. OBEDIENCE OR RALLY: A dog who has earned a title after entries have closed may be moved to another class in a future trial, provided the transfer request is presented to the Superintendent in writing at least 30 minutes prior to the start of each trial. Move-ups may be approved provided the class and judge are available and the class has not reached its limit French Bulldog National Specialty