22222222222222222 Agility Trial Premium Sanctioned by: Australian Shepherd Club of America First In Flight ASC Talkin Turkey (open to all breeds and mixes) November 21 & 22, 2015 (weekend before Thanksgiving) Paws 4 Ever Felicite Latane Animal Sanctuary 6311 Nicks Rd Mebane, NC 27302 (fenced, outdoors on grass) Judge: Mike Willis, Kansas City, MO Classes offered: Sat. -2 Gamblers, 2 Regular, 2 Jumpers Non-regular: Pre-Novice, Tunnelers Sun. -2 Jumpers, 2 Regular, 2 Gamblers Non regular: Pre-Novice Entries limited to 350 runs/day Entries open: Monday October 19, 2015 Entries close: Monday November 16, 2015 Trial Secretary-Kristie Klein Trial Chairman- Chuck Klein 919-542-6823 kgklein@earthlink.net What is ASCA agility? Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) agility is open to all dogs, both purebred and mixes. Courses are typically fast and flowing. Can any dog enter? ASCA agility is open to all breeds and mixes. An ASCA registration number or tracking number is not required to enter the trial. However, if you want ASCA to track your qualifying legs and issue your title certificates, then your dog must have an ASCA registration number (Aussies) or a tracking number. Tracking numbers may be applied for at time of entry, see tracking number application included in this premium. You may enter the FEO (for exhibition only) division and may jump at a lower height. No points toward titles are earned in this division. Do I have to start in Novice? No, you may enter at a higher level, however any qualifying scores will first be used to satisfy the lower title requirements. Example: if you do not have any ASCA agility titles and you enter in Open Regular, your first 30 points in Open will be used to satisfy the Novice title before being applied to the Open title. Once you qualify at a higher level, you cannot go back to a lower level. Is training in the ring allowed? Yes, reasonable training in the ring is allowed, however you will receive an elimination. Collars, leashes and toys are not allowed in the ring. What is the Ace program? ACE stands for Agility Competition Enthusiast. Any dog, regardless of age will be allowed to jump one jump height lower than their regular height. They will also be allowed more time. This program has its own titles and is similar to AKC Preferred or USDAA Performance Program. Effective Jan. 1 st ACE will offer a Senior Dog division for dogs 10 yrs and older. These dogs will have an additional 4 jump height reduction and additional SCT. Example: a 10 yr old dog with a 20 wither height can in ACE Senior Dog divsion. What is required for a title? The regular class requires 30 points to complete a title. A clean run is awarded 10 pts, a faulted run (over time/knocked bar) is awarded 5 pts. Gamblers and Jumpers requires 20 pts (2 clean runs) for a title. You can remain at the same level after completing a title to work toward Outstanding or Superior titles, or move up to the next level.
Notice to Exhibitors This trial is open to all dogs being at least eighteen (18) months of age, including purebred and non-purebred, except bitches in season, dogs suffering from any deformity, injury or illness that may affect the dog s mental or physical performance or dogs exhibiting any signs of aggression toward people or other dogs. Dogs are not required to have an ASCA registration, LEP or tracking number to enter this trial. Handlers do not need to be ASCA members. However, as of January 1, 2003, ASCA requires registration of all non-asca registered dogs in order to track and record these dogs for ASCA titles. If you wish to continue to have your qualifying scores recorded and receive ASCA titling certificates, you must register your dog and become a service member of ASCA at the time of registration. Forms will be available at the trial, as well as included in this premium and on the ASCA website, www.asca.org. The management will not be responsible for the loss or damage to any dog exhibited, or for the possessions of any exhibitor whether the result was by accident or any other cause. It is distinctly stood that every dog at this event is in the care and custody and control of it s owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. Any exhibitor whose dogs and/or children create unnecessary disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the show committee be asked to leave the site. In such case, no entry fees will be refunded. No entry shall be accepted for a dog or handler disqualified from the ASCA agility program; a dog or handler disqualified from all ASCA programs or a member not in good standing with ASCA. A list of such dogs will be supplied by the business office along with the sanctioning paperwork. Dogs must be on leash when not competing in the ring. Please clean up after yourself and your dog. No entry will be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reason of riot, civil disobedience, fire, public emergency, act of God or act of a public enemy or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee. 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 for the reason for the dismissal. Refunds will be issued for bitches that come in season, if notification in writing or by email is received before the trial begins. Returned checks to not constitute a valid entry. There will be a $30.00 service charge for returned checks. No leads, collars, food, toys, other aids or devices will be permitted on the course or within 10 feet of the rings at any time. Any dog which demonstrates aggression towards any person or any dog, whether inside or outside the ring, must be excused from the trial. Any dog which the judge feels is not in enough control to perform all obstacles in a safe manner will be excused from the trial. Equipment: Rubber coated, slatted dogwalk and A frame will used in this trial as well as jumps, teeter, 24 weave poles, tunnels and displaceable tire. Electronic timing will be used. Dogs receiving titles after the closing date may move-up by providing the trial secretary with: the owner s full name, dog s name, ASCA (or other) number, class entered and from and to level. Move-ups for Sunday are allowed. Times: The trial will start at 8:00 a.m. with first walk thru starting at 7:45. Measuring will be from 7:30 am to 8:00 am. Tentative schedule: Sat: Gamblers (EON, EON), Regular (EE,OO,NN,PN), Jumpers (EE,OO,NN), Tunnelers. Sun: Jumpers (EE,OO,NN), Regular (EE,OO,NN,PN), Gamblers (EON, EON). Measuring: Dogs entering the jump height classes 20" or less (wither height less than or equal to 20"), that do not have a permanent ASCA, AKC or NADAC height card must be measured. Dogs entering 20+ or 24" jump heights (including Veteran, ACE or Jr. Handler division dogs entered in the 16"+ jump height classes) are exempt. If you have previously submitted a height card for our trials, you do not have to submit one for future entries. Championship Division Jr. Handler Division Veterans & ACE Division ACE Senior Dog Small dogs or 8 or 12 Medium dogs 18 and jump 16 18 and or 16 18 and 18 and Large Dogs 20 and jump 20 18 and over jump 16 or 20 (may jump 24 ) over 18 and 20 jump 16 over 18 and 20 jump 12 over 20 are in the 20+ class jump 20 (may jump 24 ) over 20 are in the 16+ class jump 16 over 20 are in the 12+ class Prizes and awards: Green qualifying ribbons will be awarded for each qualifying score. Placement ribbons will be awarded to all dogs placing 1 st thru 4 th in each class in each jump height. All ribbons will be flat ribbons. There will be no prizes for placements, however each exhibitor will receive a goodie bag. Overall High in Trial and High in Trial Veteran will be awarded to the dog with the highest number of qualifying points in the Championship program. Refer to section 2.6.2. in the ASCA rules and regulations. If you think you may finish your ATCH at our trial, please let us know so we can be prepared to celebrate!
Entries open Oct. 19, 2015 and will be accepted on a first received basis. Entries close on Monday, Nov. 16, 2015. Confirmations will be emailed unless you request otherwise. Please double check your confirmation, there will be no changes the morning of the trial. Entry fees: $14 for the first run each day, $11 each additional run. Package: All six runs for $60, all twelve runs for $120. (Package deal can be divided over both days between different dogs with same owner) Junior handler fees: $8 per run. Non-regular: Pre-Novice $10/run Tunnelers $5/run Please make checks payable to: First In Flight Australian Shepherd Club (FIFASC). Send entries to: Kristie Klein, 96 Double Oak Dr. Pittsboro, NC 27312 Volunteer! No club can pull off a trial without the help of exhibitors to keep it running smoothly and efficiently. Your help is greatly appreciated. Volunteers will be provided lunch and snacks/drinks. There will be a sign up board at the trial for the workers slots. Please write yourself in at a job you are comfortable with. We are happy and willing to train if there is a job you are not familiar with. We appreciate your help. There will also be a workers raffle so sign up often and increase your odds! Veterinarian on call: Triangle Pets Emergency, 3319 Chapel Hill Blvd Durham NC, 919-489-0615 please call first. In order to have ASCA qualifying legs tracked and to receive ASCA titling certificates, each non-asca Site information: This event is being held outdoors on grass, ring is securely fenced. There is room for tents and crating, please bring shade and water. Crating is also available indoors. Lunch, snacks and drinks are available for workers. There are restaurants and fast food available nearby (~6 miles). All exhibitors are responsible for picking up after their dogs and themselves. Directions to show site: From I-85/I-40 (North or South) Take Exit #154 going North turn Right onto Mebane Oaks Road. going South turn Left onto Mebane Oaks Road. Proceed approximately 6.6 miles, turn left onto Nicks Road (a small white sign on telephone pole on left side of road). The Sanctuary will be.5 mile on your left. From Hwy 54 Take Mebane Oaks Rd. toward Mebane, NC. Nicks Road will be on your right. Accommodations: Limited RV parking is available at the site (no hook-ups) for $10/night by reservation only. Please contact the trial secretary for more information and reservations. No overnight parking without a reservation. Jones Station RV Park: http://jonesstationrvpark.com 919-568-0153 Full hookups, WiFi, pet friendly, close to trial site Hotels: (please verify pet policy when you make reservations) Exit 148 Comfort Suites-Graham 336-221-9399 (no pets) Exit 145: Quality Inn (formerly LaQuinta) 336-229-5203 ($25 pet deposit) Econo Lodge 336-227-1270 ($10/pet) Motel 6 336-226-1325 Exit 143: Ramada Inn & Conference Center 336-227-5541 Newly remodeled Website says no pets but they do for a $25/stay non refundable deposit Pet friendly hotels east of show site: 16 miles: Red Roof Inn I-85 at Guess Rd, Exit 175 919-471-9882 Quality Inn (Medical Park) Hillandale Rd, Exit 174 919-471-6100 19 miles: LaQuinta Durham/Chapel Hill I-40 Exit 270 919-401-9660
Non Regular Classes Beginning 1/1/2003 for non-asca registered dogs In order to have ASCA qualifying legs tracked and to receive ASCA titling certificates, each non-asca registered dog will be required to have an ASCA Tracking Number. This is a one-time fee of $10/dog. At the time of applying for the tracking number, the individual owner must also be an ASCA member (minimum membership type of Service is required). ASCA membership does not need to be maintained in subsequent years. It will be the responsibility of the owner to identify to ASCA the shows and legs earned when applying for a Tracking Number for those ASCA qualifying legs earned from 1/1/2003 until submission of application. Please type or print clearly. Incomplete or illegible forms will be returned. Membership Application: Owner s Name (1) Owner s Name (2) Owner s Address: City, State, Postal Code: Phone Number: E-mail: Type of Membership: Service ($10) This form is for Service Membership only. (If you would like to become a full member use the official ASCA Membership Application) Application Type: New Renewal Existing Member Mem.# I (We) agree to abide by the ASCA Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and all ASCA Rules and Regulations governing the ASCA Registry and all other ASCA programs. Owner s Signature (1): Owner s Signature (2): Dog Information: Lifetime fee for tracking number is $10.00 per dog. Dog s Full Name: Dog s Call Name: Any/All Previous Registration Numbers Used: Sex: Birthdate: Breed: ASCA SERVICE MEMBERSHIP AND TRACKING NUMBER Non-regular classes are offered at this trial and are open to all dogs 12 months of age or older. Non-regular classes do not count toward any titles or qualifications. Pre-Novice is a Novice Regular type course with no weave poles or teeter-totter. Dogs 18 mons. must jump at least 4 lower than their regular jump height. The Pre-Novice class will be immediately after the second round of Novice Regular each day. Entry fee is $10/run. Tunnelers is a numbered course consisting only of tunnels. The course is the same for all levels, only the course time changes. Tunnelers will be held on Saturday only after the last trial class. Entry fee is $5/run. Entries will be taken for tunnelers up until the class is started. Tunnelers class will accept entries up until start of class, all others pre-entry only. Mail completed form with check or money order to: ASCA Business Office, 6091 E State Hwy 21, Bryan TX 77808
AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD CLUB OF AMERICA AGILITY ENTRY FORM First In Flight Australian Shepherd Club November 21 & 22, 2015 Please use one entry form per dog. Make checks payable to: First In Flight ASC. Mail entries to: Kristie Klein, 96 Double Oak Dr. Pittsboro, NC 27312 A ASCA Registration/Tracking No: (required for titles, not required for entry) Breed Sex: Registered Name: Call Name: Birthdate: Owner: Address: City: State: Zip: Email address: Phone: Dog s Height: Jump Ht Exemption: Yes/No Handler: Standard Jump Height: 8 12 16 20 20+ 24 (circle one) Class Jump Height: 4 8 12 12 + 16 16+ 20 20+ 24 (circle one) Championship or ACE (check one) Check classes/division entered: Classes Entered: Regular Rnd 1 Regular Rnd 2 Jumpers Rnd 1 Jumpers Rnd 2 Gamblers Rnd 1 Gamblers Rnd 2 Tunnelers $5/run Division: Std. Vet. Jr. Senior FEO Level: Pre-Nov Nov Open Elite A B A B Sat. Sun. AGREEMENT 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 e n t r y: 1.1 As used here ASCA means the Australian Shepherd Club of America, its affiliate clubs and each of their members, officers, directors, employees, show chairs, show committees and agents. 1.2. Exhibitor/ owner, agree to abide by the rules and regulations of ASCA and any other rules and regulations appearing in the premium for this event. 1.3. 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 in which the dog resides. 1.4. 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, fittings, show rings, parking areas and the presence of unfamiliar animals and people; exhibitor and owner assume the risk of any harm arising from these. 1.5. Exhibitor/owner releases ASCA, First In Flight Australian Shepherd Club (including its officers, directors, members, and event organizing committee), and Paws 4 Ever (including its officers, agents, and employees) 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. I have read, stood, and acknowledge the above Agreement. Date: Signature of Owner/Exhibitor Date: Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian of Minor Telephone Number Total entry fee enclosed: Entry fees: $14 for first run each day, $11 each add l run Package: $60 / 6 runs or $120 / 12 runs between dogs w/ same owner over all days, Juniors $8/run Pre-Novice $10/run Exhibitor/owner must read & sign reverse side of this form. Parent or Guardian of junior must sign as well.