If you would like a copy of the show schedule e-mailed to you please contact northhertsdtc@virginmedia.com

Schedules will not be sent out until the Judges have been confirmed
 
Our Autumn show will be on Sunday 23 September 2012

Proposed schedule
ACES Companion Dog Show

Run by North Herts Dog Training Club
VENUE: Hitchin Cricket Club, Lucas Lane, Hitchin, Herts. SG5 2JA

There will be no parking in the hardstanding Car Park, this is for the Cricket Club members only

By kind permission of the Kennel Club and held under Kennel Club Rules & Regulations

Sponsored by Suzzies Florist, 56 Oaklands Parade, Great North Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, 
AL6 0TA. 
            01438 718530                 www.suzziesflorist.co.uk

22 April 2012

PEDIGREE
Judge - TBC 
 
1. Minor Puppy (6-9 months) - Sponsored by TBC

2.  Puppy (9-12 months) - Sponsored by Harco German Shepherd Dogs

3. Junior - Sponsored by LMA Welding (01438 861746)

4. Sporting - Sponsored in memory of Charlee Guildea 

5. Non-Sporting - Sponsored by TBC

6.Open - Sponsored by DR. Design Associates

        DOGS WHICH HAVE WON ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AWARDS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR 
ENTRY AT COMPANION DOG SHOWS:

1. Challenge Certificate (or any award that counts towards the title of Champion under the rules 
of any governing body recognised by the Kennel Club). (Pedigree Classes only)

2. Reserve Challenge Certificates (Pedigree Classes only)

3. Junior Warrant (Pedigree classes only)

BEST IN SHOW   -  Sponsored by TBC            
BEST PUPPY IN SHOW  -  Sponsored by Walkern Cottage Farm  

NOVELTY
Judge - TBC 
Not before 1.30pm

7. Child Handler - Sponsored by TBC

8.  Irene Gildea Memorial Stakes - Best Brace
(any combination of dog)
1st  £10,  2nd £5,  3rd £3,  4th £2,  5th £1

9. Handsome Dog  - Sponsored in memory of Maran        10. Appealing Bitch - Sponsored by TBC       
  
11. Veteran (7 & over) - Sponsored by Apuldora GSD         

12. Best Condition - Sponsored by Lisa's Posh Dogs  
      
13. Best Rescue - Sponsored by Jane, John and Mickey

14. Best Cross Breed - Sponsored in memory of Zara

15. Appealing Eyes - Sponsored by TBC         
 
16. Waggy Tail - Sponsored by Libby

17. The Dog the Judge Would Like to Keep -  Sponsored by TBC

 OBEDIENCE CLASSES:
Entries close at 3pm

18. TRIERS: Heel on Lead - fig. of 8 - 1/2min Sit - 1/2min Down 

Judge: TBC

Not open to dogs and/or handlers placed in obedience at ANY show

Sponsored by TBC

19. IMPROVERS: Heel on Lead - Heel Free - Recall to Front & Finish - 
1min Sit - 1min Down

Judge: TBC

Not open to dogs placed 1st 2nd and 3rd in beginners or above at any Open/Champion Obedience Show

Sponsored by Keith

20. INTERMEDIATE: Heel on Lead - Heel Free - Recall to Heel - 
Retrieve a Dumbbell - 2min Sit - 2min Down

Judge: TBC

Open to all dogs except holders of Obedience Challenge Certificate, Reserve Challenge Certificate or Obedience Warrant.

Sponsored by Brian Ansell General Builders (01438 861746)

Rosettes to 5th place & specials.

Dogs need not be K.C. Registered. All dogs entering classes must be over six months of age.

A dog docked on or after the 28th March 2007 may not be entered for exhibition at this show.

No bitches in season please. Your dog is vulnerable and at risk if left in a car during hot weather.

Hot and cold refreshments all day.

All entries at owner's risk. No responsibility accepted by organisers.

Many thanks to all our sponsors and helpers.

Enquiries: Georgie (01462 455709) or

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• Your dog is vulnerable and at risk during hot weather and the Kennel Club offers the following guidance to help guide you through the do's and don'ts travelling to and whilst at Kennel Club licensed events.
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• When travelling to a show please take a moment to consider whether the route to the show is on a busy holiday route, and leave earlier to avoid increased time in traffic jams.
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• If your vehicle is not air-conditioned seriously consider whether travelling to the show is a good idea at all.
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• The vehicle should be as fully ventilated as possible, and plenty of stops should be taken, with lots of water available to drink.
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• Ensure your dog is not sitting in full sunlight. There should be plenty of free flowing air around your dog.
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• When at the show, never leave your dog in the vehicle.
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• Keep the dog in the shade ¨C take your own shade, for example a large umbrella and always have plenty of water available so your  to drink dog stays well hydrated.
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• Avoid your dog taking part in unnecessary exertion, or from standing in exposed sunlight for extended lengths of time.

Remember, if you feel hot your dog is very likely to feel much hotter and dehydrated, 
and this could lead to dire results. 

Please look after your dog's welfare.

If your dog is found to be at risk, forcible entry to your vehicle may be necessary 
without liability for any damage caused.

Anyone whose dog is entered at a Kennel Club licensed event should take all reasonable steps to ensure the needs of their dog(s) are met, and should not put a dog's health and welfare at risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise.

Breach of Kennel Club' Regulations in this respect may be referred to the General Committee for disciplinary 
action under Kennel Club Regulations.

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