All Breed

AGILITY TRIAL PREMIUM LIST

Sanctioned by ASCA (Australian Shepherd Club of America)

Hosted by

ZIA AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD CLUB

February 23-24, 2008

Park Place K9

220 Camunez Rd.

San Miguel, NM

(one ring on grass)

JUDGE

Randy Hand

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Classes offered are: 2 Regular, 2 Gamblers, 1 Jumpers

On Saturday; 2 Regular 1 Gamblers, 2 Jumpers on Sunday

Return completed entry forms and fees to:

ZASC, c/o Linda Shoemaker

1825 Don Felipe Rd SW, Albuquerque NM 87105

OPENING DATE: January 1, 2008

Entries close at 6:00 p.m. February 12, 2008 or when limits have been reached. Overnight deliveries must require no signature.

Directions to the site: From I-10 East, take the Mesquite exit. Turn right & then left onto the frontage road. From I-10 West, turn left and go over the interstate & then left onto the frontage road. Take the first right (at the dairy) Hwy 228; continue west to a flashing red light; go straight across the highway and over the railroad tracks. Hwy 192, John Deere on the left; continue straight to stop sign. School on right; San Miguel Post Office in front; turn left; go 0.2 miles to Camunez Road on left, red street sign with cactus around it. Turn left onto Camunez Road; continue to 220 on the right after the row of pine trees.

The field will be available for set-up following set-up of ring on Friday, February 22, 2008. The field will not be available before 4:00 p.m.

RV parking is available at $5 per night , but there are no hooks ups.

There are many motels in Las Cruces. You can go to the website “petswelcome.com” for more information.

All exhibitors will be expected to work.

Early check in on Friday evening after ring set up. Check in time is 7:00 a.m. on both days. If you check in on Saturday, you do not need to check in again on Sunday. Judge’s briefing and first walk-thru at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday. The trial will start at 8:00 a.m. both days. NO MOVE-UPS DURING THE TRIAL.

Questions????

Contact Linda Shoemaker – e-mail: ace2blushoes@hotmail.com

• phone: (505) 873-1820

Contact Dawn Hamilton – email: agilitydawn@comcast.net

- phone (505) 323-4456

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Chair: Dawn Hamilton

Secretary: Linda Shoemaker

Chief Ring Stewards: Lynne Fickett & Laura Echeverria

Chief Course Builder: Ken Shoemaker

Head Scorekeeper: Linda Shoemaker

Equipment Manager: Steve Stochaj

Hospitality: Dawn Hamilton

Awards: Judy Schmille

Ribbons will be awarded for the first four places in each event for each height division and for all qualifying runs. Agility obstacles will include: Dog Walk (w/o slats, with rubber), Teeter Totter (with rubber), Non-Winged Jumps, A-Frame (w/o slats, with rubber), Open Tunnels and Weave Poles.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Everyone is expected to volunteer. Please indicate below the job(s) that you are willing to do during the trial. Thank you!

Circle the jobs that you want to do

(instruction will be provided if needed):

Timer Scribe Asst. Scribe Scribe Runner Pole Setter

Gate Steward Course Builder Score Table Leash Runner

Circle the days you are willing to work: Saturday Sunday

Circle the classes your dog(s) are entered in:

Saturday: Regular (Elite, Open, Novice),

Jumpers (Elite, Open, Novice)

Gamblers (Elite, Open, Novice)

Sunday: Regular (Elite, Open, Novice),

Jumpers (Elite, Open, Novice),

Gamblers (Elite, Open, Novice)

Name:

Phone:

EMAIL:

THANK YOU!!!

NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS

Exhibitors, through submission of entry, acknowledge that they are knowledgeable of ASCA rules and regulations, and agree to abide by all rules in effect at the time of this trial.

• Dogs may enter an ASCA agility trial without an ASCA number, however their Q’s will not be tracked. If your dog is an ASCA registered Australian Shepherd, fill in your dog’s registration number where indicated on the entry form. If your dog is not an ASCA registered Australian Shepherd and you would like to earn ASCA titles, you will need to obtain an ASCA tracking number for your dog. Once you have an ASCA tracking number, use it as your dog’s “ASCA Registration Number” on all entry forms.
• Current Jump Height Table, Breed Exemption List, description of classes, levels, and divisions are included in the current Exhibitors Handbook.
• A copy of the current Exhibitors Handbook may be downloaded free from the ASCA website: www.asca.org.
• Bitches in heat, lame or blind dogs are ineligible for entry, as is any dog with a deformity which may cause a judge to not be able to reasonably assess the dog’s ability to function and perform agility obstacles safely, and in a manner that is in the best interest, health and welfare of the dog.
• Any dog which demonstrates aggression towards any person or any dog, whether inside the ring or outside the ring must be excused from the agility trial. Any dog which the judge feels is not in enough control to perform all obstacles in a safe manner will be excused from the agility trial.
• This trial is open to any dog at least eighteen months of age, including purebred and non-purebred.
• No leads, collars, food, toys, or other aids or devices shall be permitted on the course or within 20 feet of the ring entrance. The only exception to this rule is leading your dog on leash to the start, then handing the leash to a ring steward.
• All dogs must be on leash when not competing in the ring, and must be contained unless being prepared to run.
• Safety shall always be of foremost consideration in actions and conduct by the handler at all times.
• The organizing committee may refuse any entry on the basis expressly provided through ASCA rules and regulations or guidelines established by ASCA Board of Directors. Anyone not currently in good standing with ASCA will not be allowed entry into the trial.
• No entry fee will be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fire, acts of God, public emergency, act of a public enemy, or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee.
• There shall be no refunds for entries in the event a dog and/or handler are dismissed from competition, regardless of the reason for such dismissal.
• A withdrawal from the trial after closing date due to an injury and/or illness to the dog will be eligible for a refund up to 75% of the total entry fee paid. A veterinarian’s notice of injury or illness will be required for a refund. Bitches which come in season after the closing date will be eligible for a refund up to 75% of the total entry fee paid.
• it is expressly understood that exhibitors alone are responsible for the behavior of their dogs and/or children. Any exhibitor whose dogs and/or children create unnecessary disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the organizing committee, be asked to leave the trial site. In such cases, no fees shall be refunded.
• There will be a $20 service fee charge for any returned check. Checks not honored by the bank do not constitute a valid entry. CHECKS WILL BE DEPOSITED PRIOR TO TRIAL DATE.
• All crates and exercise pens are to be set up only in designated areas. Each exhibitor is responsible for cleaning up his own setup.
• All dogs must show in the height class they entered unless measured into a higher jump height class by the judge. Dogs that measure into a higher height class will run at the end of the running order for that height class or for exhibition only in the lower height class.
• All handlers for a given class should be present at ringside at least 30 minutes prior to the start of scheduled classes for walk through and briefing. Any dog and handler not present when called shall be ineligible to run.
• Any dog that fouls the ring more than once will be excused from the remainder of the competition for that day.
• Practicing on the equipment in the trial area is absolutely prohibited at all times, other than the use of the warm-up equipment as stipulated by ASCA guidelines governing trials. Any exhibitor practicing on the equipment will be barred from future Zia events.
• No alcoholic beverages or illicit substances are permitted on the grounds at a Zia event. Violators will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law and barred from entry as a spectator or participant at future Zia events.

The Management will not be responsible for the loss or damage to any dog exhibited, or for possessions of any exhibitor whether the result of accident or any other cause. it is distinctly understood that every dog at this event is in the care and custody and control of his owner or handler during the entire time dog is on the premises.

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM

ASCA/ZIA AGREEMENT

The person who signs this agreement represents that he/she is authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of both exhibitor and the owner of entered dog. In consideration of acceptance of this entry:

1. As used here, “ASCA” means the Australian Shepherd Club of America, its affiliated clubs, and each of their members, officers, directors, employees, show chairs, show committees, and agents.
2. Exhibitor and owner agree to abide by the rules and regulations of ASCA, and any other rules and regulations appearing in the premium for this event.
3. Exhibitor/owner certify that the entered dog is not a hazard to persons, dogs, or property and that the entered dog’s rabies vaccination is current in accordance with the requirement of the state in which the dog resides.
4. Exhibitor/owner acknowledge all hazards presented by the event and the event premises, including, but not limited to, the condition of the floors, stairways, halls, lighting, security measures or lack of, electrical appliances, fittings, show rings, parking areas and the presence of unfamiliar animals and people, exhibitor and owner assume the risk of any harm arising from these.

Exhibitor/owner release ASCA , Zia Australian Shepherd Club (including its officers, directors and members), and C.D. Park, and will defend them and hold them harmless from all present and future loss, injury, damage, claims, demands and liabilities involving the entered dog, the event or event premises. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing hold harmless provisions, exhibitor/owner hereby specifically assume sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expenses (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damages because of bodily injuries, including death, at any time in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, howsoever such injury, or death may be caused and whether or not the same may have been caused or may have been alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents or any other persons.

I have read, understood and acknowledge the above Agreement.

_________________________________________ ________________

Signature of Owner/Exhibitor Date

_________________________________________ ________________

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian of Minor Date

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM

ASCA Sanctioned Trial

February 23-24, 2008

Return this completed form with entry fees to:

Zia Australian Shepherd Club

c/o Linda Shoemaker

1825 Don Felipe Rd SW

Albuquerque, N.M. 87105

Dog Registration No.(required for entry)______________________________________

Dog Registered name:_____________________________________________________

Dog’s Call Name:______________________________ Birthdate:_________________

Breed:_________________________________________________________________

Sex: ____________ Height at Withers:___________

Standard Division Jump Height (circle one): 8 12 16 20 20+

Veteran Handler Yes No Veteran Dog Yes No

Veteran/JH/VH Jump Height (circle one): 4 8 12 16

Owner’s Name:__________________________________________________________

Address:________________________________________________________________

City, State, Zip:___________________________________________________________

Email:__________________________________________________________________

Handler, if other than Owner:________________________________________________

CLASS DIVISION LEVEL DAYS

ENTERED (circle one) (circle one) (circle days)

Regular Std Vet JH Novice A B Sat Rnd 1 Rnd 2

FEO Open Elite Sun Rnd 1 Rnd 2

Gamblers Std Vet JH Novice Open Elite Sat Rnd 1 Rnd 2

FEO Sun Rnd 1

Jumpers Std Vet JH Novice Open Elite Sat Rnd 1

FEO Sun Rnd 1 Rnd 2

Fees: $10 per run x #runs= $____________________

“ “ second dog ($95.00) $____________________

Total enclosed: $____________________

Sign below the ASCA Agreement on the reverse side of this form. Parent or Guardian of Junior must sign as well.

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM

ASCA Sanctioned Trial

February 23-24, 2008

Return this completed form with entry fees to:

Zia Australian Shepherd Club

c/o Linda Shoemaker

1825 Don Felipe Rd SW

Albuquerque, N.M. 87105

Dog Registration No.(required for entry)______________________________________

Dog Registered name:_____________________________________________________

Dog’s Call Name:______________________________ Birthdate:_________________

Breed:_________________________________________________________________

Sex: ____________ Height at Withers:___________

Standard Division Jump Height (circle one): 8 12 16 20 20+

Veteran Handler Yes No Veteran Dog Yes No

Veteran/JH/VH Jump Height (circle one): 4 8 12 16

Owner’s Name:__________________________________________________________

Address:________________________________________________________________

City, State, Zip:___________________________________________________________

Email:__________________________________________________________________

Handler, if other than Owner:________________________________________________

CLASS DIVISION LEVEL DAYS

ENTERED (circle one) (circle one) (circle days)

Regular Std Vet JH Novice A B Sat Rnd 1 Rnd 2

FEO Open Elite Sun Rnd 1 Rnd 2

Gamblers Std Vet JH Novice Open Elite Sat Rnd 1 Rnd 2

FEO Sun Rnd 1

Jumpers Std Vet JH Novice Open Elite Sat Rnd 1

FEO Sun Rnd 1 Rnd 2

Fees: $10 per run x #runs= $____________________

“ “ second dog ($95.00) $____________________

Total enclosed: $____________________

Sign below the ASCA Agreement on the reverse side of this form. Parent or Guardian of Junior must sign as well.

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM

ASCA/ZIA AGREEMENT

The person who signs this agreement represents that he/she is authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of both exhibitor and the owner of entered dog. In consideration of acceptance of this entry:

5. As used here, “ASCA” means the Australian Shepherd Club of America, its affiliated clubs, and each of their members, officers, directors, employees, show chairs, show committees, and agents.
6. Exhibitor and owner agree to abide by the rules and regulations of ASCA, and any other rules and regulations appearing in the premium for this event.
7. Exhibitor/owner certify that the entered dog is not a hazard to persons, dogs, or property and that the entered dog’s rabies vaccination is current in accordance with the requirement of the state in which the dog resides.
8. Exhibitor/owner acknowledge all hazards presented by the event and the event premises, including, but not limited to, the condition of the floors, stairways, halls, lighting, security measures or lack of, electrical appliances, fittings, show rings, parking areas and the presence of unfamiliar animals and people, exhibitor and owner assume the risk of any harm arising from these.

Exhibitor/owner release ASCA , Zia Australian Shepherd Club (including its officers, directors and members), and C.D. Park, and will defend them and hold them harmless from all present and future loss, injury, damage, claims, demands and liabilities involving the entered dog, the event or event premises. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing hold harmless provisions, exhibitor/owner hereby specifically assume sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expenses (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damages because of bodily injuries, including death, at any time in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, howsoever such injury, or death may be caused and whether or not the same may have been caused or may have been alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents or any other persons.

I have read, understood and acknowledge the above Agreement.

_________________________________________ ________________

Signature of Owner/Exhibitor Date

_________________________________________ ________________

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian of Minor Date