ONLY Current 4-H members are permitted to compete!!

20 Carbon County Fair Grounds 101 Rodeo Dr Red Lodge, MT (off of MT-78 N/3rd St) JUDGE: TBD ONLY Current 4-H members are permitted to compete!! CLASSES and RUNNING ORDER: This running order is subject to change at the Judge s and/or Superintendent s discretion. Please reference the Carbon County Dog Manual for level descriptions. Saturday: Showmanship (Senior, Junior, Novice)*, Obedience Levels 1-5 *Showmanship is based on the competitor's age as of 10/1/17 Novice = 8-10 Junior = 11-13 Senior = 14+ Sunday: Agility Levels 1-4**, Rally Levels 1-4 **Each competitor will have the opportunity to run the agility course twice, keeping the best score Please indicate the jump height on the entry form. JUMP HEIGHTS: No dog shall jump higher than 12 inches. Youth and their parents should consult with 4H coaches/instructors to determine their dog s jump height. The following guidelines may be helpful: Small dogs (11 inches or under at the withers): Medium dogs (between 11-14 inches at the withers): Large dogs (over 14 inches at the withers): Jump 4 inches Jump 8 inches Jump 12 inches CHECK-IN: Friday 4:00pm-7:00pm, Saturday 8:00am Saturday: Showmanship starts at 9:00am Sunday: First Walk-thru 8:45am, first dog on the line at 9:00am ENTRY FEES: Pre-entries = $5.00/class - MUST be received by May 15, 2018 $10.00/class after May 15, 2018 *Day Of Show runs must be entered at least 2 classes prior. PRE-ENTRY: Pre-entry forms can be emailed to dog.carboncounty.mt@gmail.com *Please note the Payment method on the Pre-entry form. Pre-entry fees can be paid via: PayPal Check Payable to: Carbon County 4-H Council carbon@montana.edu PO Box 230 Joliet, MT 59041

REFUND POLICY: If someone withdraws from this trial at least 2 days prior to trial date, full refund will be given. In case of an injured dog, all but $5 will be refunded after the trial. TRIAL COMMITTEE: Carbon County Dog Superintendents: dog.carboncounty.mt@gmail.com Cristy Carpenter (406) 850-1650 Diana Doll (406) 425-4583 AWARDS: PLACEMENT: 1st 5th in each class HIGH IN TRIAL ROSETTES & PRIZES: (based on the age Level entered in Showmanship) Each team is eligible for ONE of the following HIT Awards: Novice, Junior, Senior * High in Trial is determined by the number of points accumulated throughout the entire trial. VETERINARIANS IN THE AREA: Red Lodge Veterinary Clinic: (406) 446-2815 Grizzly Peak Animal Hospital: (406) 446-1778 Montana Mobile Vet: (406) 598-9008 LODGING IN RED LODGE: Yodeler Motel 406-446-1435; Comfort Inn 406-446-4469; Beartooth Hideaway Inn and Cabins 406-446-2288; Red Lodge Inn 406-446-2030; Best Western Lupine Inn 406-446-1321 * This list is not a complete list of the motels in the Red Lodge area CAMPING: On-site camping available. $10.00/night with electric only hookup - Due to electrical capabilities, you will not be able to run a microwave or A/C - Only 20 spots are available with electrical hookups. - These spots will be reserved on a 1st-come-1st-server basis $5.00/night dry camping GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS: 1. Proof of vaccination for current rabies and distemper-parvovirus is required. 2. When dogs are not in a class, they must be on leash or in a portable kennel. Dogs are not allowed in the food areas. 3. Showmanship attire per fair guidelines is required for showmanship ONLY. Long sleeve, collard, button shirts (colored shirts are acceptable). Tennis shoes may be worn in classes. No sandals. No open toe shoes. 4. Treats may ONLY be used in Showmanship and in a manner not to distract other dogs/handlers. 5. Collars must be appropriately fitting. For Showmanship, Obedience, and Rally Obedience they may be buckle type or chain type. No chain collars in Agility. A slip lead may be used in Showmanship. Ultimately, the judge will have the final decision on the appropriateness of a collar and/or leash. No pronged nor pinch collars. 6. A 6 foot leash is required in Obedience. 7. Kenneling is encouraged during the dog show. Handlers should be aware of their dog s need for water and shade. 8. No communication is allowed to handlers from outside of the ring, unless from judge or trial staff. 9. Upon discretion of the judge and/or trial staff, a dog may be excused from the dog show for any behavior deemed inappropriate or dangerous. Similarly, the use of any abusive behavior by a handler toward a dog may result in a handler being dismissed from the dog show. 10. Handlers must keep their dogs away from interacting with other competitors dogs. No playing, no sniffing, no sharing of treats, etc. 11. Any competing dog that defecates or urinates during competition will be excused from the competition; furthermore, the handler is required to clean up his/her dog s excrement before, during, and after any class(es). 12. Handlers may speak to their dogs during the competition. Handlers may ask the judge for clarification if they do not understand a task. 13. Handlers must inform trial staff/judge if a dog is in heat. Lactating females may not be shown. 14. Handlers are asked not to bring ill dogs to competition. Any animal showing signs of illness will be excused from the dog show. For the safety of other animals, an ill dog will be asked to leave the grounds.

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GET YOUR BARK ON! Presented by Carbon County 4-H Dog Program June 9-10, 2018 (1 per dog please) Please mail entries and check payable to Carbon County 4-H Council PO Box 230, Joliet, MT 59041 OR Email entry form to dog.carboncounty.mt@gmail.com and pay via PayPal at carbon@montana.edu HANDLER: HANDLER AGE (as of 10/1/17): ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: TELEPHONE: ( ) E-mail: DOG'S CALL NAME: BREED SEX: DOG'S BIRTH DATE DOG S HEIGHT at withers: HANDLER IF NOT OWNER: The person who signs this agreement represents that he/she is authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of both exhibitor and the owner of entered dog. In consideration of acceptance of this entry: Exhibitor/owner, agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Carbon County 4H and any other rules and regulations appearing in the premium for this event. Exhibitor/owner certify that the entered dog is not a hazard to persons, dogs or property and that the entered dog s rabies vaccination is current in accordance with the requirement of the state or province in which the dog resides. Exhibitor/owner acknowledge all hazards presented by the event and the event premises, including but not limited to, the condition of the floors, stairways, halls, lighting, security measures or lack of, electrical appliances, fitting, show rings, parking areas and the presence of unfamiliar animals and people; exhibitor and owner assume the risk of any harm arising from these. Exhibitor/owner release Carbon County 4H (Including Carbon County 4H officers directors, employees and members), and will defend them and hold them harmless from all present and future loss, injury, damage, claims, demands and liabilities involving the entered dog, the event or event premises. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing hold harmless provisions, exhibitor/owner hereby specifically assume sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expenses (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damages because of bodily injuries, including death, at any time in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, howsoever such injury or death may be caused and whether or not the same may have been caused or may have been alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents or any other persons. In consideration of the acceptance of the entry, I/we certify that I/we have knowledge of, and are familiar with, and agree to abide by, the rules and Regulations of Carbon County 4H in effect at the time of this trial, and by any additional rules and regulations as approved by Carbon County 4H for this trial. I/we certify that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. I/We further agree to be bound by this Agreement". Signature: Date: (Entry not valid unless signed, dated, and submitted with correct fee. Junior handler entries must be signed by parent or guardian.)

GET YOUR BARK ON! Presented by Carbon County 4-H Dog Program June 9-10, 2018 (1 per dog please) ENTRY FEES: Pre-entries = $5.00/class - MUST be received by May 15, 2018 $10.00/class after May 15, 2018 *Day Of Show runs must be entered at least 2 classes prior. PRE-ENTRY: Pre-entry forms can be emailed to dog.carboncounty.mt@gmail.com *Please note the Payment method on the Pre-entry form. Pre-entry fees can be paid via: PayPal Check Payable to: Carbon County 4-H Council carbon@montana.edu PO Box 230 Joliet, MT 59041 TOTAL # OF ENTRIES: X $ PER CLASS = $ Circle Payment Method: CHECK # PAYPAL* *Please Note "Dog Trial" & the exhibitor's name on your PayPal payment Circle Category for the weekend: NOVICE JUNIOR SENIOR Circle Jump Height you actually want your dog to jump: 4 8 12 Please reference the Carbon County 4-H Dog Manual for level descriptions. Class Level (Circle Level) SATURDAY Showmanship Novice Junior Senior Obedience 1 2 3 4 5 SUNDAY Agility 1 2 3 4 Rally 1 2 3 4 # of Entries Rate $5 by 5/15 $10 after 5/15 Total Fees CAMPING With Electrical Hookup *Limited spots available. Reserved 1st-come-1st-serve Dry Camping Total $10.00/night $5.00/night Special Notes or Requests: