Regular ( J & V)		$12.00 (1 run)
Gamblers (V)		10.00
Jumpers (J & V)		10.00

This schedule of events is subject to change without pre-event notice.

Saturday July 17 :
7:00 AM Check-in & Measuring
8:00 AM Judging
Novice Gamblers
Open Gamblers
Elite Gamblers
Novice B & A Regular Agility- Run I
Open Regular Agility - Run I
Elite Regular Agility - Run I
Novice B & A Agility - Run 2
Open Regular Agility - Run 2
Elite Regular Agility - Run 2
Sunday July 18:
7:00 AM Check-in & Measuring (for Sunday only dogs)
8:00 AM Judging
Elite Regular Agility - Run I
Open Regular Agility - Run I
Novice B & A Regular Agility - Run I
Elite Regular Agility - Run 2
Open Regular Agility - Run 2
Novice B & A Regular Agility - Run 2
Elite Jumpers
Open Jumpers
Novice Jumpers

Running order will be from lowest to highest in height category on Saturday, and highest to lowest on Sunday. Veterans will follow regular agility in the appropriate height divisions. Junior handlers will follow Veterans In the appropriate height divisions.

Opening and Closing Dates for Entries and Bump-ups

Entries postmarked or shipped before May 10 will not be accepted until all entries postmarked on May 10 have been processed.. Entries must be submitted on the forms or copies of the forms supplied in this test schedule. Entries must be received by the closing date, July 2,1999. Entries may not be accepted, canceled, or changed after the closing date. Entries are limited to a maximum of 700 runs per day.

Bump-ups will only be accepted as follows: Written requests to Trial Secretary by 6:00 PM on July 8,1999. During trial: in person within one hour of last run of the day. Give Trial Secretary the following information in writing: Dog's name, NADAC number, arm band number; jump height, handler's name, previous class entered, new class. Trial Secretary: Shelley Malan, 37 Hyspot Rd., Greenfield Center, NY 12833; Phone: 518-587-0461

(Phone calls will be returned collect.)

AGILITY OBSTACLES

The following obstacles are allowed at NADAC agility trials:

Dog walk, A-frame, see-saw, cross-over, closed tunnel, open tunnel, weave poles, pause table, tire jump, double bar spread hurdles, non-winged single hurdles, and winged single hurdles.

JUMP HEIGHT INFORMATION

The following table lists the maximum heights required in each jump height category. Any handler may enter his/her dog at a higher jump height than the required height.

	11"& Under	13"& under	17" & under	20"& under	over 20"
Standard Division Jump Height	8"	12"	16"'	20"	24"
Veterans Division Jump Height	4"	8"	12"	16"	20"
Jr. Hand. Division Jump Height	4"	8"	12"	16"	20"

WE WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR HELP !!!!

If you would be willing to help at this trial, please fill out the volunteer worker form or a note and enclose with your entry.

NADAC Class Level Descriptions

Novice Level: The main goal is to test the dog's ability to perform the obstacles safely. The dog is asked to execute the obstacles at a moderate rate of speed. A dog which performs any obstacle in an unsafe manner should not be awarded a qualifying score. Novice level includes two subcategories:

Novice A is for any dog that has not yet earned an agility certification in that class The first entry level for every class. Novice A is for agility handlers who have never earned an agility title on any dog under any agility organization.

Novice B is for any dog that has not earned an agility certification in any category. The first entry level for every class. Novice B is for handlers who have earned an agility title on any other dog(s) under any organization. A handler may choose to compete in Novice B even if eligible for Novice A. All NADAC agility judges must begin competition at the Novice B level.

Open Level: For dogs and handlers who have earned their Novice certificate from NADAC in the class being entered. The goal is to test the handler's and dog's ability to perform the obstacles at a faster rate of speed, while performing the obstacles with more directional and distance control and exhibiting obstacle discrimination. The course design should encourage the handler to work the dog from both sides comfortably.

Elite Level: For dogs and handlers who have earned their open certificate from NADAC in the class being entered. More complex handler strategies are tested, with the dog moving at a brisk pace. The dog should work off both sides of the handler, be able to discriminate between obstacles and freely move away from the handler while performing the obstacles with greater distance and directional control.

NADAC Division Descriptions

Standard Division: Open to any dog age 18 months or over.

Veterans Division: Open to any dog age seven years or older. Dogs entered in the Veterans' Division classes will jump 4" lower than their regular jump height; standard course times for Regular Agility and Jumpers classes will be 10% greater than for Standard Division, and two seconds more will be allowed to perform the gamble in the Gamblers class.

Junior Handlers Division: Open to any dog which is being handled by a youth handler who is 17 years of age or younger. Dogs entered in the Junior Handlers Division classes will jump 4" lower than their regular jump height, and standard course times for Regular Agility and Jumpers classes will be 10% greater than for Standard Division. Jr. Handler Division is not offered in Gamblers classes.

NADAC Class Descriptions

Regular Agility Class: The purpose of the Regular Agility class is to demonstrate the handler's and dog's ability to perform all of the agility obstacles.

In all /eve/s, certification in the Regular Agility C/asses requires 30 qualifying points under at least two different judges.

Gamblers Class: The goal of the gamblers class is to test the course handling strategies of the handler and to test the distance and directional control of the dog. The dog's ability to differentiate between different obstacles may also be tested. The gamblers class has two distinct parts. The first part is a handler's strategy test in which the handler must maneuver the dog among the obstacles in any order s/he chooses. The dog earns points for each obstacle performed correctly. The handler must guide the dog through the course in an attempt to accumulate enough points for a qualifying round. After the point accumulation segment, the dog must then work independently away from the handler through a series of obstacles. During this time, the handler must be confined to a specific area while the dog follows commands from the handler to work its way through a defined obstacle course which has been designated by the judge. If the dog accumulated enough points during the point accumulation time, then proceeded to collect enough gamble points while executing the gamble within the time allotted by the judge, then the dog will be awarded a qualifying round.

Jumpers Class: The goal of the Jumpers class is to demonstrate the ability of the handler and dog to work as a fast-moving, smooth-functioning team. This class highlights the natural jumping ability of the dog while testing the handler for effective handling styles while moving at a rapid pace. The course consists of jumps and tunnels.

In Jumpers and Gamblers agility c/asses, certification requires 20' qualifying points under at least two different judges.

NADAC Scoring

A dog must earn 30 points in Regular Agility classes at any level to receive a title certificate and be eligible to move to the next level. A dog with a clean qualifying round earns 10 points. Therefore, exhibitors will be eligible to move up after three clean rounds. A dog which earns five or fewer faults also qualifies but earns five points, and therefore needs more qualifying rounds before earning a title certificate for that level. Upon completion of a title, NADAC does not require a dog/handler to move up. Dogs must earn 20 points in Jumpers and Gamblers before being eligible to move up to the next level.

High in Trial Small and Large each day: Slate plaque donated by JAZZ Agility Club

First place Regular, Gamblers and Jumpers: Toys donated by JAZZ Agility Club

High in Trial Australian Shepherd (Saturday): Slate plaque; (Sunday): trophy, donated by WASCUNY

NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS

• This trial will be held under the current rules and regulations of NADAC. Exhibitors, through submission of an entry, acknowledge that they are knowledgeable of NADAC rules and regulations, including but not limited to the following rules regarding entry:
• This test 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 physical or mental performance, or dogs exhibiting any sign of aggression towards people or other dogs.
• All dogs must be registered with NADAC in order to compete in dual sanctioned events. A registration form may be obtained from NADAC or one of its member groups. One is included in this test schedule. Handlers are not required to be registered with NADAC.
  
• If your dog is registered with another registry (ASCA, AKC, AMBOR, UKC, etc.), this information must be included on your entry form on the line requesting Registration Number and Registry in order to gain credit toward a title with ASCA.
  
• No leads, collars, food, toys, or other aids or devices will be permitted on the course at any time.
  
• Safety shall be of foremost consideration at all times. Handlers through entry at this event accept full responsibility for themselves and the actions of their dogs.
  
• The Event Organizing Committee may refuse any entry for any reason.
  
• There shall be no refunds for entries withdrawn after the closing date or in the event a dog and/or handler are dismissed from the competition, regardless of reason for such withdrawal or dismissal. In addition, no entry fees will be refunded if the test cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fire, Act of God, public emergency, act of a public enemy, strike or any other cause beyond the control of the Event Committee.
  
• Returned checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. There will be a $30 charge for any returned checks. All funds are payable in U.S. dollars.
  
• F.E.O. (For Exhibition Only) entries will not be allowed at this test.
  
• This test will be held outdoors on packed dirt or grass in a defined ring.
  
• A warm-up area and single practice jump will be provided for exhibitors.
  
• There is ample area for parking, crating and shade tents.
  
• All dogs must be held on leash, or crated, except when being judged or in the warm-up area. Dogs may not be tethered or tied.
  
• Exhibitors are responsible for the behavior of their dogs and/or children and/or guests. Any of the aforementioned which create unnecessary disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may cause the Organizing Committee to dismiss the exhibitor and ask him or her to leave the test site.
  
• Handlers are expected to clean up after their dogs at all times and in all places. Failure to clean up after your dog at the show site or at your accommodation site can result in dismissal (with no refund).
  
• NADAC rules are available from NADAC, HCR Box 277, St. Maries, ID 83861. Telephone: (208) 689-3803.
  

Much of the equipment for this event is being supplied by MAX 200 Dog Obedience Equipment, Inc. and will be available for sale at the end of the event. If you are interested in a specific item, we request that you reserve it ahead of time. For more information, you may call MAX 200 at 800 -446- 2920, or e-mail at MAX2O@EROLS.COM

FOR YOUR RECORDS:_____________   I have entered _______________ in the following classes on Saturday.   Standard: Novice, Open , Elite ( Vet or JH) 1 run 2 runs Gamblers: Novice, Open, Elite (Vet)   I have entered _______________ in the following classes on Sunday.   Standard: Novice, Open , Elite ( Vet or JH) 1 run 2 runs Gamblers: Novice, Open, Elite (Vet)   I have made reservations at __________________   PHONE: ______________

WE SURE COULD USE YOUR HELP!

If you'd be willing to volunteer, please fill out the form below and return with your entry.

YES! I'd like to help at this trial. The jobs I like to do are: ( circle) Ring Steward Gate Steward Course Builder Timer Scribe Assistant Scribe Assistant Gate Steward Scorekeeper Runner I am entered in the following classes: ( circle) Stan.: Nov. Open Elite Sat. Sun. Gamblers Nov. Open Elite Jumpers: Nov. Open Elite My height division is: 4" 8" 12" 16" 20" 24" Comments: ______________________________ Name: _____________________E-Mail:______________ Address: ________________________________________ Phone:__________________________