PREMIUM LIST GSDCA 2018 TUESDAY SPECIALTY AT THE NATIONAL (EVENT #2018009308) w/ w/ 4-6 MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY (EVENT # 2018009310) SHOW HOURS: 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M (CST). (Member of the American Kennel Club) Purina Farms, 200 Checkerboard Dr., Gray Summit, Missouri 63039 THESE SHOWS WILL BE HELD OUTDOORS (regardless of weather) SHOW SECRETARY Kathy Hand 315 S. 163 rd St., Gilbert, AZ. 85296 (480) 495-0434 ENTRIES CLOSE @ 9:00 P.M. (MST), ON WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 2018, AFTER WHICH TIME ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, CANCELLED, ALTERED OR SUBSTITUTED, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED FOR IN CHAPTER 11, SECTION 6 OF THE DOG SHOW RULES. 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. Gina M. DiNardo, Executive Secretary
OFFICERS GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG CLUB OF AMERICA, INC. PRESIDENT...Gary Szymczak VICE PRESIDENT... Helen Gleason TREASURER... Bill Pfeiffer RECORDING SECRETARY... Joan Intersimone CORRESPONDING SECRETARY... Gail Stiefferman 9500 Rainbow Acres, Dittmer, Mo. 63023 314-660-3305 forstknoll@gmail.com DELEGATE TO THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB - Dr. Carmen Battaglia BOARD OF DIRECTORS Class of 2018 John Bemont, Ken Cunningham, Mary Gattone, Deborah Stern Class of 2019 John Ayotte, Lamar Frederick, Erin Nellis, Joy Schultz Show Chairperson Gail Stiefferman, 9500 Rainbow Acres, Dittmer, Missouri 63023 ph: 314-660-3305, e-mail: forstknoll@gmail.com Assistant Show Chairperson, - Candee Foss ph:509-528-5743 e-mail: crbryden@msn.com Show Secretary, Kathy Hand, 315 S. 163 rd St., Gilbert, AZ 85296 Ph: 480-495-0434 e-mail: kathy@azdogshows.com ENTRY FEE: All classes $32.00, second entry fee of same dog $20.00. Fees include the 50 AKC Recording Fee and the $3.00 AKC Event Service Fee on the first entry of a dog and a $3.00 AKC Event Service Fee for each additional entry of the same dog in the regular and non-regular recordable single entry classes. $25.00 entry fee for 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy class. Fee includes $2.00 AKC Event Service Fee on each entry in 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy. (There is no recording fee or event service fee for special attractions.) ENTRIES CLOSE at the address of the Show Secretary, @ 9:00 P.M. (MST) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2018, after which time no entries will be accepted, cancelled, altered or substituted, except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. No entry fees will be refunded. MAKE CHECKS and Money Orders payable to German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc. (Returned Check Charge $40.00). All Checks Must Have Show & Breed entered written on the face. Third party checks will not be accepted! All entries must be submitted on Official AKC Entry Forms, one dog per entry form. Photocopies of front & back will be accepted only if legible, and official AKC size. MAIL ENTRIES with Fees to Show Secretary, Kathy Hand, 315 S. 163 rd St., Gilbert, AZ 85296. ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT SIGNATURE, FEES AND BACK ON ENTRY FORM WITH AGREEMENT, NOR WILL CREDIT CARDS BE ACCEPTED FOR MAIL-IN ENTRIES. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED with checks drawn on U.S. Institutions or with International Money Orders in U.S. Funds. Entries sent overnight must require no signature for delivery. ONLINE ENTRIES AT WWW.AZDOGSHOWS.COM There will be a $2.00 per dog service fee. NO FAX OR EMAIL ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED EVENT COMMITTEE Chair: Gail Stiefferman, 9500 Rainbow Acres, Dittmer, Missouri 63023 Julie Degen, Mike Cressman, Kristin Jones, Laura Shearin, Deborah Stern, SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT CHAIRS Chief Ring Steward...Tom Mesdag Ring Stewards, Ready Ring Michael & Casey Huff Vendors...Karen Schmaltz Judges Hospitality. Erin Nellis Official Photographer..Valerie Harrington ph: 708-429-3713 JUDGE All Conformation Classes, Junior Showmanship & 4-6 Month Puppy Competition Mrs. Joan F. Fox 17500 Haskins Road, Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023 IFICATION Regular Classes Puppy Dogs, 6 mos. & Under 9 mos., Puppy Bitches, 6 mos. & Under 9 mos. Puppy Dogs, 9 mos. & Under 12 mos., Puppy Bitches, 9 mos. & Under 12 mos. Dogs, 12 mos. & Under 15 mos,. Bitches, 12 mos. & Under 15 mos. Dogs, 15 mos. & Under 18 mos., Bitches, 15 mos. & Under 18 mos Novice Dogs, Novice Bitches Amateur Owner-Handler Dogs, Amateur Owner-Handler Bitches, Bred-By-Exhibitor Dogs, Bred-By-Exhibitor Bitches, American-Bred Dogs, American-Bred Bitches, Open Dogs, Open Bitches, Best Of Breed,*Best Puppy / Best Opposite Puppy* 4 TO 6 Month PUPPY COMPETITION Puppy Dogs, 4 Mos. & Under 6 Mos. Puppy Bitches, 4 Mos. & Under 6 Mos.. VETERINARY ON CALL Franklin County Animal Medical Center 921 West 14th Street Washington, MO 63090 636-390-9280 phone 636-390-9704 fax DIRECTIONS TO THE FRANKLIN COUNTY ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER FROM THE SHOW SITE: At main gate, turn left onto Hwy MM, go 1.3 miles to left on Coleman Rd., go 1.2 miles to right turn on Elder Rd., take slight left onto Old Hwy 100, then right onto Mo-100 W for 9.0 miles to High St. Right on High St go 350 ft to left at the 1 st cross street onto W 14 th St. to 921 W 14 th St, Washington, Mo. 63090
RIBBON PRIZES Regular Classes (Awarded day of show, none will be mailed ) FIRST PLACE... Blue Rosette SECOND PLACE... Red Flat Ribbon THIRD PLACE... Yellow Flat Ribbon FOURTH PLACE.. White Flat Ribbon WINNERS... Purple Rosette RESERVE WINNERS... Purple & White Rosette BEST OF WINNERS... Blue & White Rosette BEST OPPOSITE SEX... Red & White Rosette BEST OF BREED... Purple & Gold Rosette BEST IN PUPPY ES... Dark Green Rosette BEST OPPOSITE SEX PUPPY IN ES.. Dark Green Rosette BEST. Rose & Green Rosette Trophies (Offered By Purina Pro Plan) Winners Dog & Winners Bitch...Pro Plan Grooming Towel Reserve Winners Dog and Reserve Winners Bitch...Pro Plan Grooming Towel Best of Winners.....Pro Plan Insulated Tote Best Of Opposite Sex.....Pro Plan Barrel Bag Best of Breed.Pro Plan Barrel Bag & Grooming Towels Best Puppy. Pro Plan Slip Lead Best Of Opposite Sex Puppy...Pro Plan Slip Lead The German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc. is offering a GSDCA Bronze Medal for Best of Breed Best Junior Handler There must be a minimum of two class winners present to compete. Junior Showmanship Novice Junior Class For boys and girls at least 9 and under 12 years of age on the day of the show who at the time entries close, have not won (3) first places in a Novice class with competition present at a licensed or members show. Novice Intermediate Class - For boys and girls at least 12 and under 15 years of age on the day of the show who at the time entries close, have not won (3) first places in a Novice class with competition present at a licensed or members show. Novice Senior - For boys and girls at least 15 and under 18 years of age on the day of the show who at the time entries close, have not won (3) first places in a Novice class with competition present at a licensed or members show. Open Junior Class - For boys and girls at least 9 and under 12 years of age on the day of the show who at the time entries close, have won (3) first places in a Novice class with competition present at a licensed or members show. Open Intermediate Class - For boys and girls at least 12 and under 15 years of age on the day of the show who at the time entries close, have won (3) first places in a Novice class with competition present at a licensed or members show. Open Senior Class - For boys and girls at least 15 and under 18 years of age on the day of the show who at the time entries close, have won (3) first places in a Novice class with competition present at a licensed or members show. Master Class - For Boys and Girls at least 9 and under 18 years of age on the day of the show and who have won ten (10) first place wins in an Open Class, with competition to be eligible to enter the Limited Class Competition. The calendar for this class will be November 1-October 31 of the following year. 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. Junior Handler number MUST BE ON ENTRY. You may obtain a Junior Showmanship number by calling AKC Event Records Department at 212-696-8281. 4-6 MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY COMPETITION (EVENT # 2018009310) TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2018 The 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition is open to all German Shepherd Dogs and shall be for dogs that are four months of age and over but under six months of age on the day of the Show. This will be one class with no separation of sex. AKC registration number or an AKC litter number will be required for entries of an AKC recognized breed as listed in Chapter 3, Section 1 of the Rules Applying to Dog Shows. 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. Exhibitors should open their dog s mouth for examination. If the judge finds it necessary to open the mouth they should disinfect their hands prior to examining other dogs. 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. Judges will comply with the Rules, Policies and Guidelines for Conformation Judges except the speed of judging may be reduced to 20 dogs an hour. Four-to-Six Month Beginner Puppy competition may be offered in a separate ring(s) from the regular class judging in order to avoid delays in the judging of regular classes. Entry fees will be determined by the show-giving club and no recording or event service fees will be charged for this competition. Clubs holding Four-to-Six Month Beginner Puppy competition will receive credit for completing both a Major Activity as well as an Additional Activity for judges gaining experience on their unapproved breeds by judging at the event. Dealing with Misconduct will be applicable to any person and dog entered at this competition. All applicable rules found in Rules Applying to Dog Shows will govern the conduct of this competition unless these regulations state otherwise. Entries Close at the office of the Show Secretary at 9:00P.M. (MST), SEPT. 26, 2018. Entry fee is $25.00. Prizes offered by Purina Pro Plan. BEST 4-6 MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY IN BREED-Ribbon * Pro Plan Slip Lead BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX TO BEST 4-6 MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY IN BREED-Ribbon & Pro Plan Slip Lead, each participant will receive a ribbon.
German Shepherd Dog Club of America Specialty Show (Event #2018009308) Location: Purina Events Center, Gray Summit, Missouri 63039 Entry Fees - $ 32.00 for the first entry of each dog, $20.00 for each addition entry of the same dog. Make Fees payable to: German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc. ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY, September 26, 2018 AT 9:00P.M. (MST) Send to: SHOW SECRETARY Kathy Hand, 315 S. 163 rd St., Gilbert, AZ 85296. IMPORTANT-Read Carefully Instructions on Reverse Side Before Filling Out. Numbers in the boxes indicate sections of the instructions relevant to the information needed in that box (PLEASE PRINT) BREED VARIETY (1) SEX DOG (2) (3) SHOW ADDITIONAL ES NAME OF (See Back) JUNIOR HANDLER (if any) FULL NAME OF DOG AKC REG NO AKC LITTER NO ILP NO FOREIGN REG NO & COUNTRY BREEDER SIRE DAM ACTUAL OWNER(S) (4) OWNER S ADDRESS OBEDIENCE TRIAL Enter number here DIVISION Weight color etc JR SHOWMANSHIP JR S ID NUMBER DATE OF PLACE OF NAME OF OWNERS AGENT (IF ANY) AT THE SHOW ID # USA Canada Foreign Do not print the above in the catalog 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 show or obedience trial, and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list for this show or obedience trial or both, and further agree to be bound by the Agreement printed on the reverse side of this entry form. I (we) certify and represent that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. This entry is submitted for acceptance on the foregoing representation and agreement. SIGNATURE of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry TELEPHONE # Email AGREEMENT I (we) acknowledge that the Rules Applying to Registration and Dog Shows and, if this entry is for an Obedience Trial, the Obedience Regulations, have been made available to me (us), and that I am (we are) familiar with their contents. I (we) agree that the club holding this show or obedience trial has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall deem to be sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of the show or obedience trial and of the opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prize money, ribbons, or trophies, I (we) agree to hold this club, its members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or show secretary and the owner or lessor of the premises and any employees of the aforementioned parties, 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 upon the show or obedience trial 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 to agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss of this dog by disappearance, theft, death, damage, or injury, be caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of the club or any of the parties aforementioned, or by the negligence of any other person, or any other cause or causes. I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting there from, 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 show or obedience trial, howsoever such injuries, death or damage to property may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents, or any other persons. INSTRUCTIONS 1. (Variety) if you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please designate the particular variety your are entering, i.e., Cocker Spaniel (sold color black, ASCOB, parti-color), Beagles (not exceeding 13 in. over 13in. but not exceeding 15 in.), Dachshunds (longhaired, smooth, wirehaired), Collies (rough, smooth), Bull Terriers (colored, white), Manchester Terriers (standard, toy), Chihuahuas (smooth coat, long coat), English Toy Spaniels (King Charles and Ruby, Blenheim and Prince Charles), Poodles (toy, miniature, standard). 2. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition: Dogs that are Champions of Record and dogs which, according to their owners records, have completed the requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed. the showing of unconfirmed Champions in Best of Breed competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the dog completed the requirements for a championship. 3. (Dog Show Class) Consult the classification in the premium list. If the dog class in which your are entering your dog is divided, then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class in which your entering your dog, i.e., age division, color division, weight division. 4. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at he time entries for a show closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new owner if any show for which entries closed after the date of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recorded in his name. State on entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to A.K.C. (For complete rule refer to Chapter 14, Section 3.) If this entry is for Jr Showmanship please give the following information: JR S DATE OF ADDRESS If Jr Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of this form, what is the relationship of the Jr Handler to the owner? Single copies of the latest editions of the Rules Applying to Registration and Dog Shows and Obedience Regulations may be obtained WITHOUT CHARGE from any Superintendent at any show where they are superintending or from THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB, 51 MADISON AVENUE, NEW YORK, NY 10010
German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc. Specialty Show (Event # 2018009308) Location: Purina Events Center, Gray Summit, Missouri 63039 Entry Fees - $ 32.00 for the first entry of each dog, $20.00 for each addition entry of the same dog. Make Fees payable to: German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc. ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY, September 26, 2018 AT 9:00P.M. (MST) Send to: SHOW SECRETARY Kathy Hand, 315 S. 163 rd St., Gilbert, AZ 85296. IMPORTANT-Read Carefully Instructions on Reverse Side Before Filling Out. Numbers in the boxes indicate sections of the instructions relevant to the information needed in that box (PLEASE PRINT) BREED VARIETY (1) SEX DOG (2) (3) SHOW ADDITIONAL ES NAME OF (See Back) JUNIOR HANDLER (if any) FULL NAME OF DOG AKC REG NO AKC LITTER NO ILP NO FOREIGN REG NO & COUNTRY BREEDER SIRE DAM ACTUAL OWNER(S) (4) OWNER S ADDRESS OBEDIENCE TRIAL Enter number here DIVISION Weight color etc JR SHOWMANSHIP JR S ID NUMBER DATE OF PLACE OF NAME OF OWNERS AGENT (IF ANY) AT THE SHOW ID # USA Canada Foreign Do not print the above in the catalog 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 show or obedience trial, and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list for this show or obedience trial or both, and further agree to be bound by the Agreement printed on the reverse side of this entry form. I (we) certify and represent that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. This entry is submitted for acceptance on the foregoing representation and agreement. SIGNATURE of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry TELEPHONE # Email AGREEMENT I (we) acknowledge that the Rules Applying to Registration and Dog Shows and, if this entry is for an Obedience Trial, the Obedience Regulations, have been made available to me (us), and that I am (we are) familiar with their contents. I (we) agree that the club holding this show or obedience trial has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall deem to be sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of the show or obedience trial and of the opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prize money, ribbons, or trophies, I (we) agree to hold this club, its members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or show secretary and the owner or lessor of the premises and any employees of the aforementioned parties, 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 upon the show or obedience trial 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 to agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss of this dog by disappearance, theft, death, damage, or injury, be caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of the club or any of the parties aforementioned, or by the negligence of any other person, or any other cause or causes. I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this show or obedience trial, howsoever such injuries, death or damage to property may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents, or any other persons. INSTRUCTIONS 5. (Variety) if you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please designate the particular variety your are entering, i.e., Cocker Spaniel (sold color black, ASCOB, parti-color), Beagles (not exceeding 13 in. over 13in. but not exceeding 15 in.), Dachshunds (longhaired, smooth, wirehaired), Collies (rough, smooth), Bull Terriers (colored, white), Manchester Terriers (standard, toy), Chihuahuas (smooth coat, long coat), English Toy Spaniels (King Charles and Ruby, Blenheim and Prince Charles), Poodles (toy, miniature, standard). 6. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition: Dogs that are Champions of Record and dogs which, according to their owners records, have completed the requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed. the showing of unconfirmed Champions in Best of Breed competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the dog completed the requirements for a championship. 7. (Dog Show Class) Consult the classification in the premium list. If the dog class in which your are entering your dog is divided, then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class in which your entering your dog, i.e., age division, color division, weight division. 8. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at he time entries for a show closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new owner if any show for which entries closed after the date of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recorded in his name. State on entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to A.K.C. (For complete rule refer to Chapter 14, Section 3.) If this entry is for Jr Showmanship please give the following information: JR S DATE OF ADDRESS If Jr Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of this form, what is the relationship of the Jr Handler to the owner? Single copies of the latest editions of the Rules Applying to Registration and Dog Shows and Obedience Regulations may be obtained WITHOUT CHARGE from any Superintendent at any show where they are superintending or from THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB, 51 MADISON AVENUE, NEW YORK, NY 10010.
German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc. 4-6 MONTH BEGINNER PUPPY COMPETITION (EVENT # 2018009310) Location: Purina Events Center, Gray Summit, Missouri 63039 Entry Fees - $ 25.00 for the first entry of each dog Make Fees payable to: German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc. ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY, September 26, 2018 AT 9:00P.M. (MST) Send to: SHOW SECRETARY Kathy Hand, 315 S. 163 rd St., Gilbert, AZ 85296.ph: (480)495-0434 IMPORTANT-Read Carefully Instructions on Reverse Side Before Filling Out. Numbers in the boxes indicate sections of the instructions relevant to the information needed in that box (PLEASE PRINT) BREED VARIETY (1) SEX DOG (2) (3) SHOW DIVISION Weight color etc ADDITIONAL ES OBEDIENCE Jump Height RALLY (Jump Height) NAME OF (See Back) JUNIOR HANDLER (if any) FULL NAME OF DOG AKC REG NO AKC LITTER NO ILP NO FOREIGN REG NO & COUNTRY BREEDER SIRE DAM ACTUAL OWNER(S) (4) OWNER S ADDRESS Enter number here JR S ID NUMBER DATE OF PLACE OF NAME OF OWNERS AGENT (IF ANY) AT THE SHOW ID # JR. SHOWMANSHIP USA Canada Foreign Do not print the above in the catalog 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 show or obedience trial, and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list for this show or obedience trial or both, and further agree to be bound by the Agreement printed on the reverse side of this entry form. I (we) certify and represent that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. This entry is submitted for acceptance on the foregoing representation and agreement. SIGNATURE of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry TELEPHONE # Email AGREEMENT I (we) acknowledge that the Rules Applying to Registration and Dog Shows and, if this entry is for an Obedience Trial, the Obedience Regulations, have been made available to me (us), and that I am (we are) familiar with their contents. I (we) agree that the club holding this show or obedience trial has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall deem to be sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of the show or obedience trial and of the opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prize money, ribbons, or trophies, I (we) agree to hold this club, its members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or show secretary and the owner or lessor of the premises and any employees of the aforementioned parties, 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 upon the show or obedience trial 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 to agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss of this dog by disappearance, theft, death, damage, or injury, be caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of the club or any of the parties aforementioned, or by the negligence of any other person, or any other cause or causes. I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this show or obedience trial, howsoever such injuries, death or damage to property may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents, or any other persons. INSTRUCTIONS 9. (Variety) if you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please designate the particular variety your are entering, i.e., Cocker Spaniel (sold color black, ASCOB, parti-color), Beagles (not exceeding 13 in. over 13in. but not exceeding 15 in.), Dachshunds (longhaired, smooth, wirehaired), Collies (rough, smooth), Bull Terriers (colored, white), Manchester Terriers (standard, toy), Chihuahuas (smooth coat, long coat), English Toy Spaniels (King Charles and Ruby, Blenheim and Prince Charles), Poodles (toy, miniature, standard). 10. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition: Dogs that are Champions of Record and dogs which, according to their owners records, have completed the requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed. the showing of unconfirmed Champions in Best of Breed competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the dog completed the requirements for a championship. 11. (Dog Show Class) Consult the classification in the premium list. If the dog class in which your are entering your dog is divided, then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class in which your entering your dog, i.e., age division, color division, weight division. 12. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at he time entries for a show closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new owner if any show for which entries closed after the date of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recorded in his name. State on entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to A.K.C. (For complete rule refer to Chapter 14, Section 3.) If this entry is for Jr Showmanship please give the following information: JR S DATE OF ADDRESS If Jr Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of this form, what is the relationship of the Jr Handler to the owner? Single copies of the latest editions of the Rules Applying to Registration and Dog Shows and Obedience Regulations may be obtained WITHOUT CHARGE from any Superintendent at any show where they are superintending or from THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB, 51 MADISON AVENUE, NEW YORK, NY 10010.
INFO FOR EXHIBITORS: Grooming Spaces are available indoors. Please go to GSDCA.org web site Store and reserve your space for grooming. Night time security personnel on site. DOGS may not remain in the building overnight.. Bathing facilities available for dogs at the south end of the Gateway Hall. Grooming Spaces (previously reserved) will be available Monday, October 15 at 2:00P.M. in the Great Hall. Food Concessions will be available. Golf Carts Anyone HANDICAP, wishing to rent a golf cart may contact Gateway Golf Cart at ph: 636-272-2278. Remember any golf carts being used on Purina grounds must have official Handicap stickers attached. Golf carts are to be driven on black top surfaces only. RV PARKING ON SITE: Please contact Terry Rock @ ph: 636-386-5544 or e-mail: Trocknroll@aol.com for more information and reservations. REMINDER It is important that we all do our best to maintain cleanliness with our dogs both at hotels and the show site. There are ALWAYS designated areas for exercising your dogs. Please help us be able to get hotels in the future. THERE WILL BE AN EVENT COMMITTEE MEETING AND HEARING CONCERNING ANYONE WHO ABUSES ONE OF THE HOTELS. PLEASE REMEMBER TO FOLLOW THE RULES OF THE HOTELS AND YOUR CLUB. GENERAL INFORMATION AND SHOW RULES **NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS** DOGS MAY ARRIVE any time prior to the scheduled time of judging. DOGS NOT REQUIRED for further judging will be excused. JUDGES WILL NOT WAIT FOR ANY DOG HOLDING UP A. Owners or agents alone are responsible for the presence of their dogs in the judging ring when their classes are called to be judged. The show-giving club and the superintendent have no obligation or responsibility for providing service through a public address system or stewards or runners for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. ALL DOGS PRESENT must be held on leash or confined to their crates except when being judged or when in the exercising ring ATTENTION EXHIBITORS A Recording Fee and Event Fee will be required for each dog entered at any licensed or member club show. These fees are to be collected by the show-giving club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class in the show, the Fees are to be collected on the first entry. Telegraph, Telephone, and unsigned entries cannot be accepted. Entries not on official AKC Entry Forms, and photocopies of Entry Forms without agreement and rules on the reverse side of the official AKC Entry Forms are not acceptable. Dogs must be ready for judging. Neither the club nor the show secretary are responsible or obligated to furnish any services 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. No entry fees will be refunded in the event of errors or cancellation of entries after entries close nor in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused by a veterinarian or a judge or barred from competition by action of the show committee. NO REFUNDS FOR DUPLICATE ENTRIES. No entry fee will be refunded if the show cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fires, an act of God, public emergency. Act of Public enemy, strikes or any other cause beyond the control of the Club or the show secretary. No entry shall be made and no entry shall be accepted which specifies a condition as to its acceptance. Entries will not be accepted without all information on entry filled out, fees and signatures. There will be a $40.00 Fee for all returned checks. Management is not responsible for the loss of, damage to, or death of any dog exhibited or not exhibited, or for possessions of any participant, whether the result of accident or any other cause. It is expressly understood that every dog at this show is in the care, custody and control of his owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises. Exhibitors please note: Effective for all shows held on or after July 1, 1980, dogs which according to their owner s records, but whose championships are unconfirmed, may be transferred from one of the regular classes to the Best of Breed competition, provided this transfer is made by the superintendent or show secretary at least one half-hour prior to the start of judging at the show. (AKC Rules Applying to Dog Shows, Chapter 11, Section 6, Amended to December 10, 1996. The German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Inc., its Show Secretary, Proprietors of this Show Site, their agents, employees, etc., assume no responsibility for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by spectators, exhibitors, handlers, their employees or children, etc., or to any of the dogs or property. Entrants and Spectators to the show do so entirely at their own risk.