Akc 2011 New Judge's Seminar

Front 1

What workers should the club provide?

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The host club must provide a minimum of one scorekeeper, a scribe, a gate steward and a timer per ring. In addition, 4-6 stewards should be scheduled per ring to help in various other tasks necessary to expedite the trial. Chapter 1 Section 8 Page 8

Front 2

What does the trial secretary need to indicated in the catalog for a move up?

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"In the class where the dog was moved from, indicate which class the dog has moved to (i.e., Moved to Open 24""). 2. In the class where the dog has moved to, indicate the dog’s running order number and from what class it has moved from (i.e., Moved from Novice B 24""). Chapter 1 Section 20 Page 16"

Front 3

"Dogs that jump in the 20"" jump height must be what height?"

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For dogs 22 inches and under at the withers. Chapter 2 Section 3 Page 27

Front 4

When does a dog have to measured?

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Dogs that do not have a valid Jump Height Card must be measured by a judge of record for that trial and will only be effective for that set of trials, excluding the dogs jumping in the 24-inch or 26-inch height division. Chapter 2 Section 4 Page 28

Front 5

What height is the A-Frame set for the 4 and 8 inch class?

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4-inch and 8-inch jump heights, which shall have the A-Frame set to within 1 inch of 5 feet 0 inches. Chapter 3 Section 3 Page 30

Front 6

When does the table count begin?

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The judge’s count shall start once all four (4) paws have touched the table (and the dog remains on the table top). Neither a sit or a down position shall be required. Chapter 3 Section 3 Page 31

Front 7

What is the usable course square feet size?

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6,500 square feet for Open Chapter 4 Section 1 Page 37

Front 8

What is the hair tie back policy?

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Any dog whose hair over its eyes interferes with its vision, or whose hair on its ears interferes with the safe performance of the obstacles, may have the hair tied back with rubber bands. Chapter 4 Section 11 Page 39

Front 9

What is the maximum number of point attained in the FAST class?

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in the FAST class it is 80 points Chapter 5 Section 1 Page 41

Front 10

If the dog anticipates the go on the table count should they come back and finish the table?

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Anticipating the count (i.e. a dog is released or releases itself immediately before or during the judge’s command of “Go”). A 5-point deduction is incurred and the dog should not return to the table. Chapter 5 Section 4 Page 42

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What are the time faults for Novice Standard for going over SCT

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1 fault for every full second over Standard Course Time Chapter 6 Section 2 Page 45

Front 12

What is Maximum course time?

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The maximum course time will be the Standard Course Time plus 20 seconds Chapter 6 Section 4 Page 46

Front 13

How many wrong course can the dog/handler team receive in JWW and still receive a quailfying score?

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None Chapter 7 Section 2, 3, 4 Page 49, 50

Front 14

How many spread jumps can be used in Novice JWW

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A minimum of one and a maximum of two spreads is required in Novice JWW. Chapter 7 Section Page

Front 15

Can owners switch there dog from preferred classes and the regular classes?

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Owners/dogs are allowed to switch back and forth between the Preferred classes and the Regular classes, but not at the same set of trials. Chapter 8 Section 3 Page 52

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How is the preferred class SCT calculated?

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Preferred classes will be the same as the Standard Course Times for the Regular classes, as listed in Chapters 6 and 7 of these Regulations, plus five (5) additional seconds Chapter 8 Section 9 Page 55

Front 17

How does a handler team know when SCT has been reached?

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An electronic timing horn/buzzer (preferably) or whistle will sound at SCT completion, whereby handlers will no longer have the right to earn points while on course and dogs must run to the finish obstacle to stop the clock. Chapter 9 Section 2 Page 57

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How are placements determined in the FAST class?

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Order of placements will be determined by points first and fastest (shortest) time second. Chapter 9 Section 2 Page 57

Front 19

Can you have available on your website the dates available to judge?

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Yes [Friday, October 22, 2010] The American Kennel Club’s decision to remove the prohibition on advertising and solicitation by all AKC judges in conformation, companion and performance events is effective October 19, 2010. This change in policy is based on the tremendous growth in the amount and types of AKC events, together with the increasing numbers of available AKC-approved judges, and the fact that modern technology offers a way to connect available judges to event-giving clubs across the nation without regard to the traditional limitations of familiarity, communications, and geography. Therefore, based on these factors, and given that judges are not AKC employees, the AKC Board believes that judges should no longer be prohibited from advertising or soliciting assignments. The judge is responsible for ensuring that all information is factual and accurate, and that any advertising or solicitation is not fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading. Chapter 1/Section 2 page 2

Front 20

If you are friends with an exibitor that you will judging for the weekend can you ride to the trial with them?

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No - Judges shall not travel to or from shows or stay with anyone who is likely to be exhibiting or handling under them. Transportation to the show grounds from a hotel, motel, or airport is not considered travel. Chapter 1/Section 2 Page 3

Front 21

The day of the show what current editions of what booklet should you bring with you?

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A copy of the most current editions of the following:– Regulations for Agility Trials– AKC Agility Judges Guidelines– Rules Applying to Dog Shows– Dealing with Misconduct– Current Judges Newsletters Chapter 2/Scetion 3 Page 9

Front 22

On what side of the first jump are the electonic timers placed?

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At the start obstacle, the electronic timers must be placed on the approach side of a panel, single or one-bar jump, tire, or the approach opening of an open tunnel or closed tunnel (chute). Chapter 2/Section 5 Page 10

Front 23

How many times may you use a course design?

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Once - you may use a couse again if you mirror the design. An original course may only be mirrored once; a mirrored course may not be re-used again without substantial changes. Chapter 3/Section 1 Page 11

Front 24

In your course design where do you place the table?

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Pause tables should be placed in the middle third of a standard course with a flat approach to the flow of the dog, and must not be placed anywhere on the course that does not allow the judge to be in position to properly judge any other obstacle. Chapter 3/Section 2 Page 12

Front 25

What should a judge do when arriving to the show site?

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Review the ring, give course builder course building copies, post your courses, discuess the check in process with the club, inspect the equipment. Chapter 4/Section 1 Page 18

Front 26

How long is it recommended to have the walkthrough for the exibitors?

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This walkthrough period should be timed, and generally should be between 8 and 10 minutes long for each group walking. Chapter 4/Section 8 Page 23

Front 27

How many warm up jumps are there?

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Warm-up jumps are recommended per the Regulations and if used, there shall be a maximum of one warm-up jump for each ring. Chapter 4/Section 10 Page 50

Front 28

What position should you avoid when judging the weave poles?

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From either end. Avoid judging the weave poles from an end, as it will be impossible to see if the dog skips any poles in the weaving sequence. A position that allows you an angled view from alongside the weaves is best. Chapter 5/Section 1 page 25

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When judging the contacts what area should you focus on?

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To judge a dog’s performance on a contact obstacle, a judge should focus on the contact zones and determine if a paw (or part of a paw) lands within this zone. Chapter 5/Section 3 Page 26

Front 30

How many elements are in the send bonus in Novie, open, excellent?

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Obstacles that are part of the Send Bonus must be 5-10 feet (Novice), 10-15 feet (Open), or 15-20 feet (Excellent) from the Send Line. Chapter 6/Section 1 Page 34

Front 31

What obstacle can be used at the last obstacle in FAST?

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Only bar jumps, one-bar jumps (Open and Excellent only), and open tunnels may be used as the Finish Obstacle. Chapter 6/Section 2 Page 35

Front 32

Can the handler direct their dog to the bottom position if they missed the contact?

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No - Handlers who pick up their dogs and replace them on a contact, or direct their dogs to get back on the end of the board to reinforce a stay on the bottom. Chapter 7/Section 6 Page 41

Front 33

If you make a juding error what do you do?

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If a judge wishes to change a call after it has been signaled, the judge should go to the scribe at the end of the dog’s run and correct the scribe sheet together with the scribe. If a judge has a change of mind or realizes that an error was made in the proper score of a dog that had run previously, the judge may make a change, as long as he or she is certain that the correction is made on the right scribe sheet for the dog whose score needs to be corrected. Chapter 7/Section 5 Page 40

Front 34

How long after a trial must you keep the scribe sheets?

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Scribe sheets must be kept by the judge of record for a period of one year from the date of the trial. This will ensure that exhibitors are credited with their qualifying scores in case there is a discrepancy or the marked AKC catalog is misplaced. Chapter 8/Section 3 Page 44

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Who's responsibility is it to make sure the catalog is correct that is returned to the AKC?

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The judge - It is the judge’s responsibility to ensure that all scores are accurately recorded in the catalog that will be sent to the AKC. The judge, by his or her signature, is certifying that what is written in the official AKC catalog is correct. Chapter 8/Section 3 Page 44

Front 36

Under what conditions would it be permissible for a household member to exhibit a dog at a trial you are judging?

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Because it would give the impression of impropriety, it is not permissible for your spouse, family member, relative, or household member to enter their dogs or any dogs they co-own in an agility trial that you are judging. Ch 1 Sec 2

Front 37

What procedures should be followed by a judge when they find themselves unable to fulfill an assignment?

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a.Immediately notify the trial Chair, trial secretary b.Contact the AKC director or Field Rep to help facilitate the process of replacing the judge Ch 1 Sec 3

Front 38

What is the procedure to follow when a dog leaves the ring and attacks another dog?

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The judge should seriously consider excusing the dog for the remainder of the day or the remainder of the series of shows. In this instance the following actions will be taken: A.The judge must mark “excused” in the catalog and state the reason in the catalog. B.The judge must fill out a current Dog on Dog Attack Form and have the club submit it with the trial catalog. C.The judge must write up the incident and submit it to the Agility Director as part of the judge’s trial report. D.The trial Chairman and secretary must include the incident as part of their report. A written complaint may be brought forward to the Trial Committee by those involved or by witnesses. Ch 1 Sec 3- Procedures

Front 39

What information must a judge receive from the hosting club before designing courses for that trial?

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a.The exact course dimensions and locations of gate openings. b.The running surface • Hazards that would need to be designed around, such as areas of uneven ground, columns, posts, trees, rounded corners, and anything else that may be in the intended ring. • A complete equipment list, including lengths and quantities of open tunnels, widths of jump bars, and number of winged vs. wingless jumps along with wing sizes. • Spacing between poles on weave poles and combinations of weave poles that can be formed. • Whether electric timers will/will not be used and what, if any, limitations they may have. (See Electronic Timer Requirements and Guidelines, a.Chapter 2, Section 5 of these Guidelines) Ch 2 Sec 1

Front 40

Where must the electric timers be placed on the course?

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. At the start obstacle the timer must be placed on the approach side of the obstacle. At the finish, it shall be placed at the back side of the obstacle. Ch 2 Sec 5

Front 41

What percent of the jumps must be winged on each type of course at each level?

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There must be a minimum of 50% winged jumps used on any given course. Ch 3 Sec 1

Front 42

When determining spacing of obstacles on a course, judge's should generally use a range of----?

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18' minimum between obstacles and 21' to a spread jump. A minimum of 21 ' should generally be for special circumstances as noted in Ch 3 Sec 2. Ch 3 Sec 2

Front 43

What should you do as a judge if you arrive at the site and you find there is insufficient equipment for your submitted courses?

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Try to contact an Agility Field Representative to aid you in any change(s) necessary and for field approval of said change(s). 2. Modify first and foremost for safety. Respond to all unsafe conditions. This does not include performance or training issues. 3. Maintain the required obstacles and the required quantity of obstacles per class level. 4. Make sure the change is still judgeable. 5.Maintain the challenge level to the maximum extent feasible 6.Submit all course changes with your judge’s report to the Director of Agility. Failure to do so constitutes usage of unapproved courses and is grounds for disciplinary action. Ch 3 Sec 7

Front 44

What should you do if you arrive at the trial and find equipment that is out of compliance?

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"Every attempt should be made to modify the equipment so it can be brought into reasonable compliance, especially with regards to safety. You should make it clear to the hosting club and exhibitors that the AKC reserves the right to disallow scores and discipline the club if mandatory equipment cannot be used. Solutions to equipment problems: • Dog walks that have too much flex in the ramps can be stiffened by propping boards or PVC poles under each board. • Seesaws that don’t tip properly, or that don’t return after tipping, can be modified by adding weight to the underside of the board. • Closed tunnels with fabric chutes that become wet and impassable in the rain can be taken care of in several ways. The fabric may be reduced in length as listed in the Regulations, or a steward can be placed at the end of the fabric, elevating it slightly so that the fabric is not sticking to itself. In this case, the steward

Front 45

What conflicts are considered “approved conflicts”?

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Approved conflicts are conflicts within a ring with multiple dogs, conflicts between multiple agility rings or conflicts with other venues on the same trial grounds. Ch 4 Sec 4

Front 46

What would be the call when a dog who is executing 2 on 2 off descending contact has his front feet hit the ground first and hit hind feet hit the contact?

Back 46

This would be a non-faulted descent. Ch 5 Sec 3

Front 47

What would be the call when a dog has completely left the contact zone and re-engages the contact with a hind foot?

Back 47

The dog would be assessed a wrong course fault. Ch 5 Sec 3

Front 48

What is the maximum number of refusals a dog can receive at the weave poles?

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There is no limit to the number of refusals a dog can receive at the weave poles. Ch 5 Sec 4

Front 49

What additional elements must be included on FAST courses submitted for review?

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The 6 jumps designated as being worth one point and the 9 obstacles designated as being worth 2 through 9 points with numbers indicating their point value placed by the obstacle. The finish obstacle must be indicated as well as the Start line. Specific entry and exit must be shown as well as the Timer position showing he/she can see the plane of the finish obstacle. The distance from the Send Bonus to the Send line must be shown as well as the general judging area. Ch 6 Sec 1

Front 50

What is the call if dog and handler have both crossed the send line while attempting the bonus?

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The handler and dog may pass through the Send Zone at any time during the run; however, the handler must be outside the Send Zone when the dog commits (has placed all 4 paws over, on or into) the first obstacle of the Send Bonus in the correct direction. Ch 6 Sec 2

Front 51

What happens if a handler starts before the ring crew and judge are ready taking the first obstacle cleanly?

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If the judge has decided the exhibitor has acted out of innocence, the dog should be restarted once the ring crew and judge are ready but the handler cannot lead out from the dog. Ch 7 Sec 1

Front 52

What would the call? A dog correctly negotiates the A frame with at least one paw in the down contact but comes off the contact prior to the handler’s release. The handler lays the dog down before continuing to the next obstacle.

Back 52

The judge must decide if this was a punitive action to correct a behavior which would result in an excusal or if the handler is merely trying to regain control of the dog to refocus on the next obstacle which would not be excusable training in the ring. Ch 7 Sec 2

Front 53

What should the judge do if she/he finds a entry error (ie. A dog marked Qualified that has not) when checking the scribe sheets after a class has finished?

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The error shall be brought to the trial secretary’s attention and corrected in the catalog before the judge initials the bottom of the pages and any awards are given. Ch 8 Sec 3

Front 54

How many catalogs must be printed for each trial?

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Each day is a separate trial and three copies must be printed for each day: AKC (Official catalog), the judge’s catalog and the club’s catalog. Ch 8 Sec 3

Front 55

When is the last day move-ups to a higher class are accepted?

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Move-ups are accepted until 6 pm on Monday evening prior to the set of trials starting on a Thursday-Sunday or 6 pm 7 days prior to a set of trials beginning Mon-Wed. Day to day move-ups are at the discretion of the club hosting the trials. Regs Ch 1 Sec 20

Front 56

Catalogs must be prepared in what class order? (What is ‘catalog order’?

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Novice A Novice B Open Excellent A Excellent B Novice Preferred Open Preferred Excellent A Preferred Excellent B Preferred Regs Ch 1 Sec 25

Front 57

What are the jump height divisions for all regular classes?

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8 inches: for dogs 11 inches and under at the withers 12 inches: for dogs 14 inches and under at the withers 16 inches: for dogs 18 inches and under at the withers 20 inches: for dogs 22 inches and under at the withers 24 inches: for dogs over 22 inches at the withers 26 inches: dogs may be entered at this height at their discretion Regs Ch 2 Sec 3

Front 58

When is a challenge measurement used?

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The challenge measurement is used at 2 yrs of age when 2 mreasurements by two different VMO’s or AKC Field Representatives put the dog in 2 different height classes. Regs Ch 2 Sec 4

Front 59

What are the contact zone specifications for the A-frame, dog walk and Seesaw?

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A-Frame: 42” for both ascending and descending contacts Dog walk: 42” (not 45") ascending contact, 42” for the descending contact Seesaw: 42” for both ascending and descending contact zones Regs Ch 3 Sec 3

Front 60

What would be the length of the broad jump for the 26” jump height class?

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52”- The length of the broad jump is twice the jump height. Regs Ch 3 Sec 3

Front 61

When figuring course distances for the 16” division, how is it computed?

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The 16” course distance is figured by averaging the distances for the 12” division and the 20: division. Regs Ch 4 Sec 7

Front 62

When a dog comes to the start line wearing a collar with tags what is the judge’s call?

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Nothing unless the dog begins it’s run wearing the collar. The cal would then be an excusal. Regs Ch 4 Sec 9

Front 63

A handler takes a lead out to the second jump and the dog breaks position. What are the handler’s options?

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The handler may begin their run at that point or return to the dog and run with the dog from that point with no lead out. A handler that returns to the dog and attempts a second lead out will be excused. Regs Ch 5 Sec 4

Front 64

What is the difference between an elimination and an excusal?

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Elimination: The scribe sheet is marked with an F resulting in a non-qualifying score but the dog and handler may continue their run. Excusal: The scribe sheet is marked with an E and the dog and handler are excused from the ring. Regs Ch 5 Sec 5

Front 65

How are the SCT’s figured for the STD Novice class?

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Standard Course Time: – 8-inch Division = 1.85 yards per second, plus 5 seconds for the Pause Table – 12-inch Division = 2.0 yards per second, plus 5 seconds for the Pause Table – 16-inch Division = 2.15 yards per second, plus 5 seconds for the Pause Table – 20-inch Division = 2.25 yards per second, plus 5 seconds for the Pause Table – 24-inch Division = 20 yards per second, plus 5 seconds for the Pause Table – 26-inch Division = 2.25 yards per second, plus 5 seconds for the Pause Table Regs Ch 6 Sec 2

Front 66

What are the minimum obstacle requirements for Novice, Open and Excellent Standard classes?

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Novice: 14 -16 obstacles Open: 16 -18 obstacles Excellent: 18 – 20 obstacles Regs Ch 6 Sec 2,3 7 4

Front 67

What are the minimum allowable scores for Novice , Open and Excellent Jumpers with weaves classes?

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85 points for Novice, Open and Excellent A classes, 100 points for Excellent B classes. Regs Ch 7 Sec 2

Front 68

What is the difference in scoring between Excellent A and Excellent B classes?

Back 68

Time faults are allowed in Excellent A classes with 3 faults accessed for every full second over time. Regs Ch 7 Sec 2

Front 69

What are the height division for the Preferred classes?

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Section 8. Height Divisions. The following jump height divisions shall be used in all Preferred classes: 4 Inches For dogs 11 inches and under at the withers. 8 Inches For dogs 14 inches and under at the withers. 12 Inches For dogs 18 inches and under at the withers. 16 Inches For dogs 22 inches and under at the withers. 20 Inches For dogs over 22 inches at the withers. Regs Ch 8 Sec 8

Front 70

What are the standard course times for the Novice, Open and Excellent regular FAST classes?

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8” = 38 seconds, 12”/16” = 35 seconds, 20”/24”/26” = 32 seconds. Maximum course time is SCT plus 20 seconds. Regs Ch 9 Sec 2

Front 71

What are the handler distance restrictions for the Send Bonus in each class?

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5 – 10 feet in Novice, 10 – 15 feet in Open and 15 – 20 feet on Excellent. In Open (only when there are 3 obstacles) and Excellent levels, the second of three obstacles may be plus or minus a maximum of 5 feet from the distances required. Regs Ch 9 Sec 2

Front 72

Who may not enter a trial judged by a particular judge?

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A spouse, family member, relative, or household member of a judge may not enter their dogs or any dogs they co-own in an agility trial on a day that he(she) is judging. The judge is not allowed to exhibit or have his(her) dog exhibited on the day he(she) is judging. The judge’s dog or any dog co-owned may not be exhibited in any AKC venue on a day he(she) is judging if the show or trial is on the same show grounds. GL, Chapter 1, Section 2, p. 4

Front 73

What are the time and geographic limitations on accepting judging assignments?

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A judge may not accept an assignment that is within 30 days and 200 miles of a previously accepted assignment with the exception of single breed specialities. GL, Chapter 1, Section 2, p. 5

Front 74

What is the hierarchy for replacing a judge at a trial due to illness or weather related travel?

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(1) Any fully approved judge(s) present at the trial. (2) Any provisional judge(s). (3) Anyone who has attended a full judging seminar. (4) Most experienced handler. GL, Chapter 1, Section 3, p. 8

Front 75

What are the abbreviations used for making corrections to submitted courses?

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MC - Must change - course does not meet Regulations or Guidelines and must be changed prior to final draft. HR - Highly recommended - Course not in violation of Regs or Guidelines but reviewer believes there is a problem that should be addressed. C - Consider (minor issues) complies with Regs and Guidelines. GL, Chapter 2, Section 3, pp 14-15

Front 76

What obstacles may be used as the first obstacle?

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Panel jump, bar jump, double, one bar jump, tunnel, chute, tire. GL, Chapter 2, Section 5, p. 18

Front 77

What obstacles may be used as the last obstacle?

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Panel jump, bar jump, one-bar jump, double, triple, tire, tunnel. GL, Chapter 2, Section 5, p. 18.

Front 78

What information must be provided when submitting courses for review?

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Running surface; actual ring dimensions; obstructions in course area; whether trial is indoors, outdoors, or outdoors under cover; return FAX number or email address & phone number; program and level of courses were designed in; if e-timing will not be used. GL, Chapter 3, Section 1, p. 21

Front 79

What are maximum distances a judge can be from the dog being judged?

Back 79

A-Frame, teeter 20 feet Dog Walk 20 feet Tunnel Able to see all approach openings and entry and exit as off-course possibility. Tire Must be able to see dog go thru opening. Table 15 feet Weave poles Must see entry and performance of each pole and any dog/handler contact. Broad jump 30 feet - not directly in front or directly behind. Bar jumps/spreads Must be able to see bars of all jumps. GL, Chapter 3, Section 3, p. 25-26

Front 80

What are requirements for challenges and side-switches per class level?

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Novice - Minimum of 2, maximum of 5 separate challenges and minimum of 2 separate side switches. Open - Minimum of 6, maximum of 8 separate challenges and minimum of 3 separate side switches. Excellent - Minimum of 9 challenges and minimum of 3 separate side switches. GL, Chapter 3, Section 7, page 31.

Front 81

When measuring a course, what factors affect the dog’s expected path?

Back 81

"Smaller dogs require less distance to make a turn. A judge should measure from the inside 1/3 of a jump to the inside 1/3 of the next jump for a 12"" dog’s path, allowing less room for landing than the 20"" path would. A judge should measure from the middle of a jump to the middle of the next jump for a 20"" patch, allowing room for landing and turning. Surface and weather conditions should be accounted for when measuring. The speed a dog is expected to be traveling when asked to make a turn will affect the turning radius. GL, Chapter 4, Section 5, p. 43."

Front 82

When should a judge consider splitting walkthroughs?

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When entry in a class exceeds 75 dogs and when entry within a singular jump height exceeds 75 dogs. GL, Chapter 4, Section 8, p. 45

Front 83

What situations should a judge’s path avoid?

Back 83

Crossing in front of the dog’s path as the dog is coming at you. Sharp turns off contact obstacles, which turn the handler toward the judge and may cause the judge to be in the way or to not be in the proper position to judge the contact. Placing obstacles that would require the judge to be in very close proximity to dog and handler to be in proper position to make a call. GL, Chapter 5, Section 1, p. 47.

Front 84

Where is run-out line for weave poles, table, dog walk and A-Frame?

Back 84

Weave poles - RO line passes to left and perpendicular to course flow of the first pole and to the right and perpendicular to course flow of the second pole. Table - Across the back of the table as determined by natural flow of course. Dog Walk - Junction where ascent ramp and the horizontal middle ramp meet. A-Frame - Back edge of the approach side of contact one. GL, Chapter 5, Section 4, pp 54-55.

Front 85

What are requirements for the Finish Obstacle in FAST?

Back 85

Only bar jumps, one-bar jumps (Open and Excellent only), and open tunnels may be used. Finish obstacle is always bidirectional. Finish obstacle is “live” once the dog has crossed the Start Line. Time is stopped and run is finished whenever the finite line of the Finish Obstacle is broken (regardless of whether the obstacle was completed or not.) Finish obstacle should be closer to the exit side of the course. Handler may direct dog to the Finish Obstacle any time prior to the SCT whistle in order to minimize point loss due to time penalties. Dog cannot qualify unless a time is recorded. If Finish Obstacle is faulted, no penalty is assessed. GL, Chapter 6, Section 2, pp. 71-72.

Front 86

What element (in addition to those required on all courses) must be included on all FAST courses submitted for review)?

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The 6 jumps designated as being worth 1 point and the 9 obstacles (or combination of obstacles designated as being worth 1 through 10 points must be indicated and whether each obstacle is unidirectional or bidirectional. The Finish Obstacle must be indicated. The Start Line must be indicated. Ring entry and exit must be designated. Time position must be indicated and positioned in view of the Start Line and the place of the Finish Obstacle. Entrance and exit must be shown with the entrance closest to the timer/scribe. Distance from entry point of each obstacle in the Send Bonus to the closest point of the Send Line must be shown. General judging area must be indicated. GL, Chapter 6, Section 1, pp. 66-67.

Front 87

How does a judge correct a judging error?

Back 87

The judge should go to the scribe at the end of the dog’s run and correct the scribe sheet with the scribe. If the dog had run previously, the judge may make a change as long as he (she) is certain that the correction is made on the correct scribe sheet. The judge must initial any and all changes on a scribe sheet. GL, Chapter 7, Section 5, p. 78.

Front 88

How are weather related problems to be handled?

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Final decisions relating to canceling any trial or classes is ultimately the trial committee’s decision. Classes or portions of a class must not be moved from one day to another. Required equipment for the class level may not be removed from the course based on weather conditions. GL Chapter 7, Section 8, p. 81.

Front 89

What procedure must be followed if there is a change in the judging schedule?

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Any change to the judging schedule must be indicated in the judge’s and host club’s reports of the agility trial to both the AKC and the Director of Agility including the reason for the emergency that caused the necessary change. GL, Chapter 8, Section 1, p. 84.

Front 90

Who keeps the scribe sheets and for how long?

Back 90

Scribe sheets must be kept by the judge of record for a period of one year from the date of the trial. GL, Chapter 9, Section 3, p. 85.

Front 91

What information shall be recorded in the official catalog in the header for each height division of each class:

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Number of entries (at closing less number of withdrawals) Number competing Number of qualifying scores Number of withdrawals Course yardage Standard Course Time Regs, Chapter 1, Section 26, p. 21

Front 92

What information shall be recorded in the official catalog next to each entry of each dog?

Back 92

One of the following: Q - Qualified NQ - Did not qualify ABS - Absent E.C. - Excused for aggression DO - Disqualified for attack AIS - Withdrawn - in season AJC - Withdrawn - judge change Regs, Chapter 1, Section 26, p 21

Front 93

For dogs without a valid jump height care that are measured by the judge of record for a trial, what must happen if the dog measures into a height division different from the entered height division?

Back 93

If height is greater than the maximum allowed for the entered height division, the dog shall be moved up into proper division. The dog will not be moved down based on judge’s measurement at a trial. Dog’s running in height division lower than the proper division will be eliminated. Regs, Chapter 2, Section 3, p. 27

Front 94

If a dog cannot be measured by the judge of record, what are consequences?

Back 94

If inability to be measured is due to aggression, the judge must excuse the dog. If for any other reason, dog receives NQ for all classes entered that day.Regs, Chapter 2, Section 4, page 28

Front 95

What piece of equipment must the judge actually test at the beginning of each trial weekend?

Back 95

The judge is required to test the teeter’s speed. Club is required to provide a 3 lb weight and stopwatch. The 3 lb weight is placed 12 inches from the raised end. The plank must hit the ground in less than three seconds.Regs, Chapter 3, Section 3, #3, p. 31.

Front 96

If sequence in weave pole performance is broker, what is criteria for completion of the obstacle?

Back 96

The dog must restart at first pole. Three attempts are allowed before dog must go on. Regs, Chapter 3, Section 7, page 22.

Front 97

What is the minimum usable course area?

Back 97

5,000 square feet for Novice 6,500 square feet for Open 8,000 square feet for Excellent Regs, Chapter 4, Section 1, p. 37

Front 98

What is minimum width for course area?

Back 98

60 feet Regs, Chapter 4, Section 1, p. 37

Front 99

What is minimum/maximum spacing between obstacles?

Back 99

15 - 18 feet between obstacles, with a minimum of 18 feet to a jump, 21 feet to a spread jump, and a maximum of 30 feet between any two obstacles in sequence as measured along the anticipated path of a 20 inch high jumping dog. Regs, Chapter 4, Section 4, p. 37.

Front 100

What are the general maximum approach angles?

Back 100

Novice - Generally not exceeding 90 degrees; must not exceed 135 degrees two times; one 180 degree turn is allowed. Open - Generally not exceeding 135 degrees; must not exceed 180 degrees two times; Excellent - Generally not exceeding 180 degrees, but must not exceed two times at 270 degrees. All levels - A 180 degree turn from the exit of a tunnel to the ascent of the A-Frame is not allowed. Regs, Chapter 4, Section 5, p. 38.

Front 101

What are correct signals when a dog does not return to the next correct obstacle after a wrong course?

Back 101

The judge shall signal an “F” in addition to “W” and “R” in applicable. Regs, Chapter 5, Section 4 (b), p. 42

Front 102

What options are available to handler if dogs gets tangled in chute fabric, gets hung up in the tire, or falls off the ascent side of dog walk, A Frame, or teeter?

Back 102

The handler may immediately reattempt obstacle once and then leave the course. Or, the handler may not retry obstacle and continue running the course. Regs, Chapter 5, Section 6 (15), p. 44

Front 103

What obstacles are required for Novice Standard?

Back 103

Dog Walk A- Frame Teeter Table Weave Poles (6) Tunnel - (max 2) chute (max 1) Bar Jump Double (max 2) Panel Tire Broad jump (max 1) Regs, Chapter 6, Section 5, p. 48

Front 104

What obstacles are allowed but not required for Novice Standard?

Back 104

One bar jump Triple (max 1) Regs, Chapter 6, Section 5, p. 48

Front 105

"What is SCT for Excellent Standard 24"" Height Division?"

Back 105

2.90 YPS + 5 seconds for table Regs, Chapter 6, Section 5, p. 47.

Front 106

What obstacles are required for Novice JWW?

Back 106

Weave poles - 6 (max 1) Bar jumps Double - (max 1)

Front 107

What obstacles are allowed for Novice JWW?

Back 107

Tunnel (max 2) Chute (max 1) Panel Tire Broad (max 1) Triple (max 1) One bar jump (Minimum of 1 and maximum of 2 spreads required Regs, Chapter 7, Section 5, p. 51

Front 108

What spreads are allowed in Open & Excellent JWW?

Back 108

Double - (max 2) Triple - (max 1) Broad - (max 1) (Minimum of 2 and maximum of 3 spreads must be used and two different types of spreads must be used.)

Front 109

How is SCT determined for the preferred classes?

Back 109

SCT for Pref classes is the same as SCT for Reg classes + 5 additional seconds Regs, Chapter 8, Section 9, page 55

Front 110

What additional titles are available for the Pref. Classes?

Back 110

AKC will record and add to any dog’s title the number 2 for achieving 20 qualifying scores in the Master Excellent Preferred classes....for example, MXP3 (30 MXP qualifying scores) and MJP4 (40 MJP qualifying scores). There is no limit to this achievement. Regs, Chapter 8, Section 6, p. 53

Front 111

What are handler distance restrictions for Send Bonus potion of FAST classes?

Back 111

Excellent - 15-20 feet Open - 10-15 feet Novice 5-10 feet Regs, Chapter 9, Section 2, p. 58

Front 112

What is range for total point value for all obstacles in the Send Bonus portion of FAST classes?

Back 112

Not less than 5 and not greater than 15 points. Regs, Chapter 9, Section 2, p. 58

Front 113

What are the responsibilities of the Agility Trial Event committee at an Agility Trial? How many committee members are required?

Back 113

Regs/CH1/Sect7/pg7: ...Event Committee, which will have complete responsibility for planning and conducting the event. The Committee shall be comprised of at least five (5) club members (including the Chairman), and shall ensure the safe, efficient, and orderly conduct of the event. The Committee must have on hand, on the day of the trial, sufficient assistance and equipment, and must ensure that the area is free of dangerous materials or conditions.

Front 114

When may individual judging limits be exceeded?

Back 114

Regs/CH1/Sect20/pg16: Individual judging limits may be exceeded only when the club has accepted move-ups.

Front 115

Under what circumstances may a club offer an Excellent Level Only trial?

Back 115

Regs/CH2/Sect1/pg24: A club may be approved to hold an Excellent Standard and/or Excellent Jumpers With Weaves only trial on the day preceding, or the day after a minimum of a two-day trial in which all levels of agility classes are offered

Front 116

If a judge believes a dog may belong in a different jump height division, are they allowed to measure the dog?

Back 116

Regs/CH2/Sect3/pg27: Yes. Judges reserve the right to measure dogs they believe might belong in a different division, and any dog whose entry in a given division might be questioned. Exception: Owners/Handlers that have in their possession (on the show grounds) a permanent or valid temporary Jump Height Card for the dog in question, issued by the AKC Agility Dept., are exempt from being measured and the judge shall accept the measurement that is listed on the Jump Height Card.

Front 117

When no tolerance or range is given for a dimension, what is the tolerance?

Back 117

Regs/CH3/Sect1/pg30: When no tolerance or range is given for a dimension, a tolerance of 4.0 percent is implied. Tolerances do not apply when a range is specified.

Front 118

Under what conditions may the length of the chute fabric be reduced to 6 feet?

Back 118

Regs/CH3/Sect6/pg32: At the judge’s discretion, the length of the fabric chute may be reduced to six (6) feet in length in severe weather conditions. Severe weather includes rain, sleet and snow, but does not include dew, or windy conditions.

Front 119

Is a handler’s agility instructor that is not entered in the same class/height division walking as their student permitted to walk the course to assist the handler with their walk through?

Back 119

Regs/CH4/Sect8/pg38: No. The walk-through is restricted to handlers entered in that class.

Front 120

When does judging the performance of the dog begin?

Back 120

Regs/CH4/Sect14/pg39: Judging the performance of the dog shall start as soon as the dog enters the ring.

Front 121

A handler gets lost running the course, a bystander yells out “triple” which is the next correct obstacle. Is there a call?

Back 121

Regs/CH5/Sect4/d/pg42: Any call is at the discretion of the judge. Outside Assistance. Interference or outside assistance that aids or is intended to aid the performance of a singular dog or handler. Faults shall be at the judge’s discretion from a 5-point deduction to elimination.

Front 122

Dog and handler approach a classic Tunnel/Dog Walk discrimination, the tunnel is on the far side and is the correct obstacle. After the dog enters the tunnel, the handler’s foot steps over the bottom of the Dog Walk plank in moving into position for the next obstacle. Is there a call?

Back 122

Regs/CH5/Sect5/#1/pg43: Handler or dog knocking down any obstacle or jump that is either presently being performed or will be performed. Handler jumps over, goes under, or steps on top of any obstacle. (If excessive the judge may excuse the handler for their own safety.)

Front 123

What is the minimum allowable score to qualify in the Excellent A Agility class. What are the only allowable faults?

Back 123

Regs/CH6/Sect4/pg46: • Minimum allowable score required to qualify = 85 • Time Penalties = 3 faults for every full second over Standard Course Time”

Front 124

What is the focus of the Open Agility Class?

Back 124

Regs/CH6/Sect3/pg45: The focus of the Open Agility Class is on enhanced obstacle performance with more handling required.”

Front 125

What are the maximum standard course times allowed in Ex A and B JWW?

Back 125

Regs/CH7/Sect4&5/pg50: – 8-inch Division = 55 seconds – 12-inch Division = 52 seconds – 16-inch Division = 50 seconds – 20-inch Division = 48 seconds – 24-inch Division = 51 seconds – 26-inch Division = 48 seconds

Front 126

How many times can an open tunnel be used on any level JWW course?

Back 126

Regs/CH7/Table/pg51: Open Tunnel Nov JWW - A (2), Open JWW - A (2), Exc. JWW - A (2)”

Front 127

A MACH dog’s handler decides to enter the dog in the Preferred class for the first time. What classes must the dog be entered in?

Back 127

Regs/CH8/Sect4/pg52: All dogs entering the Preferred classes for the first time must enter the Novice level in both the Preferred Standard Agility class and the Preferred Jumpers With Weaves class regardless of their previous title level in the Regular classes (Standard and JWW). There is no grandfathering of titles from the Regular classes to the Preferred classes or from the Preferred classes to the Regular classes.”

Front 128

When must Preferred Classes be offered?

Back 128

Regs/CH8/Sect4/pg52: A club holding an agility trial must offer all of the Preferred classes and Preferred class levels equivalent to the Regular classes and Regular class levels offered at the trial.

Front 129

What are the minimum and maximum point value totals of obstacles in the Send Bonus portion of a FAST course at any level?

Back 129

Regs/CH9/Sect2/pg58: The total point value for all obstacles contained in the Send Bonus portion of the course must be no less than five (5) points and no greater than fifteen (15) points.

Front 130

What is the maximum number of contact obstacles that may be performed to earn points in any level FAST class?

Back 130

Regs/CH9/Sect2/pg57: A maximum of four contacts may be performed to earn points (i.e. one contact taken twice for differing point values).

Front 131

Class assignments of judges may not be changed after published. T or F

Back 131

False. Class assignments may be changed by the club in order to facilitate a smooth running event. Changes can be requested due to overloads, low entries, equipment problems, etc. Clubs must obtain approval in writing from judges affected, and must be approved by AKC. This must be done prior to distribution of judge’s schedule. (per Section 18, page 14)

Front 132

You are measuring a dog that is entered and he bites you. What must you do?

Back 132

The judge must disqualify the dog and mark it in the catalog – stating the reason. The judge must submit a written report to the Director of Agility along with the judge’s trial report. The judge must also fill out a current DISQUALIFICATION FOR ATTACKING form and have the event committee/sec fax to AKC within 72 hours. (per Section 23, page 18)

Front 133

When can a dog receive their permanent jump height card?

Back 133

years – 2 measurements are required by VMO or field rep. (per section 3, page 27)

Front 134

What is the difference between the Novice A class and the Novice B class?

Back 134

Novice A is for the handler who has never acquired any AKC agility title. Novice B is for dogs that have acquired a Novice Std or JWW title or for the handler who has titled a dog in AKC agility. (per section 1, page 24)

Front 135

Can an 8 foot dog walk be used (3 eight foot sections)?

Back 135

No, dog walk must be 12” wide and consist of three, twelve foot sections. (per section 3, page 30)

Front 136

How must the judge determine when the teeter is balanced?

Back 136

The club must provide a stopwatch and a three pound weight. The judge checks by putting the weight twelve inches from the raised end, and time the drop. The drop must occur within 3 seconds. If the drop is slower than 3 seconds, the club must provide fasteners or weights to adjust. (per section 3, page 31)

Front 137

What is the minimum width allowed for course area?

Back 137

Must be a minimum of 60 feet. (per section 1, page 37)

Front 138

Judging begins when the dog crosses the plane of the first obstacle. T or F.

Back 138

False, judging begins when the dog enters the ring. (per section 14, page 39)

Front 139

A dog incurs a fault at the pause table. How many points will be deducted from their score?

Back 139

A table fault is a 5 point deduction. (per section 4, page 41)

Front 140

A handler uses loud and harsh commands, and corrects the dog excessively on course. Is this an F or an E?

Back 140

This is an E – handler and dog are excused from the ring. (per section 6, page 43)

Front 141

Can a dog qualify in the Excellent A class if they incur time faults?

Back 141

Yes, 3 points for each second over sct, and minimum qualifying score of 85. (per section 4, page 46)

Front 142

A triple bar jump is REQUIRED for Novice Standard? T or F.

Back 142

False. It is an allowed obstacle and one is allowed. (per section 5, page 48)

Front 143

How many refusals are allowed to still qualify in jww?

Back 143

Novice – 2, Open – 1, Excellent – 0. (per Section 2,3,4 pages 49-50)

Front 144

Is a double jump allowed in Novice JWW?

Back 144

It is a required obstacle in Novice JWW. (per section 5, page 51)

Front 145

. Can I enter my dog in Preferred Classes on one day of a trial, and in Regular classes on the second day of the trial?

Back 145

No. A dog cannot switch back and forth at the same set of trials. (per section 3, page 52)

Front 146

Dogs do not need to earn a specified amount of speed points to earn a Performance Agility Excellent Title. T or F.

Back 146

True. In order to earn the PAX title, a dog must achieve 20 double qualifying scores obtained from the Preferred Excellent B Standard and JWW classes. (per section 7, page 54)

Front 147

How many contact obstacles are allowed in the FAST class?

Back 147

A minimum of two and a maximum of three will be required on a course. (per section 2, page 57)

Front 148

In Novice FAST, during the SEND portion – can there be change of flow or direction?

Back 148

No, only in the Open and Excellent levels. (per section 2, page 58)

Front 149

You are judging an Agility Trial that is held in conjunction (same grounds)with an All Breed Show. Can a dog co-owned by you be shown in confirmation or obedience on that day?

Back 149

No. No dog owned or co-owned by a judge may be exhibited since the agility trial and all breed show are on the same grounds. (per section 2, page 4)

Front 150

At the Novice/Open Provisional Judging level, how many satisfactory supervisions are required before consideration is made to move the judge to the Excellent Provisional Judging level?

Back 150

Two satisfactory supervisions are required. (per section 2, page 5)

Front 151

All judges must submit their courses to their reviewing Field Rep no later than one month prior to the trial date. T or F.

Back 151

False, Provisional Judges must submit their courses two months prior to the trial. Fully approved judges must submit their courses no later than one month. (per section 2, page 14)

Front 152

You send in a course to your Field Rep and receive it back to you with the following designation – Revise and Resubmit (R & R). How many days do you have to make the revisions and send back?

Back 152

Any revisions must be resubmitted within seven days from the date they were returned to you. (per section 2, page 15)

Front 153

What is the percentage of wing jumps to be used on any given course?

Back 153

A minimum of 50% must be wing jumps – no matter the level. (per section 2, page 22)

Front 154

Is a turn from an open tunnel placed under or adjacent to the A-frame allowed?

Back 154

No, it is not allowed – safety issue. (per section 2, page 24)

Front 155

Where should the timer and scribe be placed in the ring?

Back 155

The timer must be immediately adjacent to the scribe which shall be closer to the start obstacle than the finish obstacle. (per section 4, page 40)

Front 156

How many times must a judge measure a course?

Back 156

Twice, for the 12” path and the 20” path. Measure from the inside 1/3 of a jump to the inside 1/3 of the next jump for the 12” path and for the 20” path measure from the middle of a jump to the middle of the next jump. (per section 5, page 43)

Front 157

Can a judge sit down to judge Jww?

Back 157

No, the judge must be moving around to get a better angle to judge run outs and refusals. (sec 1, page 47)

Front 158

What is the “4 paw rule”?

Back 158

The “4 paw rule” is defined as once a dog has placed all 4 paws on an obstacle, he must complete the obstacle. If he leaves the obstacle before completing it, the judge shall instruct the handler to go on to the next obstacle. The dog will be faulted with an “F”. If the dog retries the obstacle, with one or more paws, the dog shall be excused. (per section 3, page 50)

Front 159

A dog attempts the teeter, and jumps off before completing it successfully. What options does the handler have?

Back 159

The handler may move on to another obstacle or; if the handler wants to use the teeter in their course, they must engage another obstacle prior to retrying the teeter. (per section 2, page 67)

Front 160

An open tunnel may be used as a Finish Obstacle. T or F.

Back 160

True. Only bar jumps, one-bar jumps (Open and Excellent only) and open tunnels may be used as the Finish Obstacle. (per section 2, page 71)

Front 161

Does a judge have to attend a misconduct hearing?

Back 161

No, unless the judge is a witness or complainant . The judge should advise the club to follow the current Dealing with Misconduct booklet. The judge is not to help conduct the hearing. (per section 9, page 83)

Front 162

A handler places their dog on a sit at the start line, leaves the dog and crosses the plane of the first jump. The dog stands up. The handler goes back to the dog, and places it into a sit by touching the dog. What is the call?

Back 162

The call is an “E”. The handler is not allowed to touch the dog to reposition it. (per section 1, page 74)

Front 163

Why must a judge sign/initial the bottom of each page of the official catalog as they review it?

Back 163

To ensure that these pages are the actual ones used in the official catalog (which will be sent to AKC), since computer scoring each sheet is loose and needs be bound at a later time. (per section 3, page 85)

Front 164

How long do judges have to keep scribe sheets?

Back 164

One year from the date of the trial. This is to ensure that exhibitors are credited with their qualifying scores in the case there is a discrepancy or the marked AKC catalog is misplaced. (per section 3, page 85)