Official NACSW™
K9 Nose Work®
NW1 Trial
Saturday, January 21, 2017
Enter Trial
Volunteer
TRIAL LOCATION:
Springtown Association
931 Larkspur Dr.
Livermore, CA
Please Note:
It is not appropriate to visit the trial location prior to the
trial date, nor should training take place on trial grounds once an event is approved/announced. Our locations are real life
search environments where people work, go to school, etc. Pre-trial visits risk the host losing the opportunity to use the
location again in the future.
Trial Host:
Pam Behrens/A Dog’s Day!
NW1: Saturday, January 21, 2017
Certifying
Official:
Rachelle Bailey Austin
Judges:
Please Note: Competitors are not eligible to participate in a NACSW™ event
if they are a student, immediate family member, or member of the household of a listed judge or if the dog belongs to an immediate
family member or lives in the household of a listed judge. See the NACSW™ Rule Book for additional details.
Saturday: Bill Cantrell & Luther Evans
Entry Cost:
NW1: $100 per dog and handler team
Number of Entries:
NW1: 45 entries
(payable via Paypal or credit card through
the Paypal site - no Paypal account required)
One dog per handler per level.
Registration Entry and Closing:
● Trial entry will open on Thursday, Nov 3, 2016
at 9:00 AM Pacific Time. Entries will be awarded by random draw of all entries received between 9am Nov
3, 2016 and 9am Nov 5, 2016.
●
Trial
entry will close when entries fill after the draw period or 9am Pacific Time on January 6, 2017.
● NACSW reserves the right to cancel a trial
if minimum entry numbers are not met
●
The
trial host of an event has the right to refuse entry of any competitor or dog for just cause as approved by the National Trial
Committee. Just cause includes lack of adherence to NACSW rules and guidelines and the policies outlined
in each event entry premium.
●
Note:
We will not be
taking payment until you are given a space in the trial. If you are given a space in the trial, you will
receive information on how to submit payment. You will then have 48 hours to complete your payment to confirm
your space in the trial.
Registration
Method:
All registration will be on-line
via the link provided to the NACSW™ trial registration form. Paper and phone entries will not be accepted. Completing
the form is not a guarantee of entry. You will receive an auto-response email confirming that we received your trial entry
after registration - this email does not confirm your space in the trial. There will be a separate confirmation from info@adogsday.net, to let you know if your entry has been given a space in
the trial.
Entry Method:
Trial
spaces will be awarded in the following manner:
● Spaces will be awarded by a random draw of all Qualified Entries (see below) received
between 9AM Pacific time, Nov 3, 2016 and 9AM Pacific Time on Nov 5, 2016.
● In the event that you are having technical
difficulties with the entry system, please email trialEntry@nacsw.net prior to the end of the draw period.
●
If
a trial level is not full after the draw of Qualified Entries, then there will be a Secondary Draw of any entries received
that did not meet the ORT or title requirements. These entries will be accepted pending completion of the
requirements.
Note: If you are entered in another trial before this one and
earn the title for the level you are entering (NW1) at this trial, you will forfeit your space in this trial. You may request
that the host add you to the list of those wishing to run their dog For Exhibition Only (FEO), in which case you may be given
a space in the trial if space remains after all Qualified Entries are accommodated. If you earn the title level after the
refund period has ended then you must contact the trial host at: info@adogsday.net within 48 hours of earning your title and at
least 72 hours before the trial you are registered for to let them know you are no longer eligible. If you contact the host
within 48 hours of titling and at least 72 hours before their trial and (1) they are unable to fill your space then you won't
be given a refund but will be allowed to keep your space in the trial and run your dog FEO or (2) they are able to fill your
space then a refund will be issued minus the processing fee listed in the cancellation policy. If you fail to contact the
host within 48 hours of earning your title and at least 72 hours before the trial you are registered for then you will forfeit
your space, you will not be allowed to run as FEO, and no refund will be issued.
● After all entries received during the draw
period are processed, if the trial level is still not full, entries will continue to be accepted in the order they are received
through the closing date or when entries fill.
● You may enter multiple dogs for entry in the draw. However, only
one dog/handler per title level will be accepted into the trial. Entry will go to the dog selected in the
draw – you may not swap to an alternate dog. In the event that multiple dogs are selected in
the draw, you may select which dog you wish to enter. Once a dog has been entered as a second dog/handler
entry, you may not swap handlers after the draw to change the entry to a first dog/handler unless the trial is not full.
●
No
dog will be given a space in more than one day of any given trial weekend.
● Some trial entries may be given priority entry
based on contributions to the organization and the trial process.
● If space remains after all qualified entries are accommodated
on Jan 9, 2017, then we may accept entries for those who have earned the current title level – NW1, and wish to retest
at the same level. Entrants retesting at the same level will be For Exhibition Only (FEO) and will not be eligible to receive
title or placement ribbons. FEO results will not be included in the posted trial results.
A Qualified Entry is one that meets all of
the following criteria
1.
Complete
the on-line trial entry between 9AM Nov 3, 2016 and 9AM Pacific Time Nov 5, 2016.
2. The Handler is a NACSW™ member for the
2016-2017 membership year (8/1/16- 7/ 31/17).
3. The Dog is registered with the NACSW™
4. Dogs participating in a trial must be at least
one year of age.
5.
The
Dog has passed the appropriate ORT and prior title level at least 14 days before the trial opens for entries.
6. The Dog has earned the appropriate ORT and
prior title level at least 14 days prior to the trial date.
7.
Qualified
entry for NW1 – Dog has not yet earned a NW1 title level.
8. Qualified entry for NW2 – Dog has earned a NW1 title level
and has not yet earned a NW2 title.
9.
Qualified
entry for NW3 – Dog has earned a NW2 title and has not yet earned the NW3 Elite title level.
10. Qualified entry for Elite - Dog has earned a NW3 elite title
and has not yet earned the ELT-CH title.
You will be notified
via e-mail of the results of the random draw by 5:00PM (pacific time) November 14, 2016. If you are given
a space in the trial, you will receive information on how to submit payment. You will then have 48 hours
to complete your payment to confirm your space in the trial.
A
waiting list for alternates will be started as soon as entries fill.
Alternates will be contacted when a space opens
up. Note: Depending on last minute trial logistics, we may opt to not fill all canceled
spaces.
Be sure you read and understand the guidelines
for this trial before entering. By submitting a registration for this NACSW™ Trial, you acknowledge that you have read,
understand, and accept the policies and liability information of NACSW™.
Cancellation Policy:
Refunds
The following cancellation policy applies:
· For cancellation of entries on or before 5pm pacific
time Dec 26, 2016 – Full refund /Full refund minus $5 processing fee.
· For cancellation of entries after 5 pm Dec 26, 2016 – no refunds will be issued.
All cancellations must be emailed to info@adogsday.net.
Entry fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified,
or excused by the NACSW™ official or judge.
This cancellation
and refund policy applies to competitors that must withdraw for any reason including but not limited to injury, illness, emergency,
and personal or work-related reasons.
No part of
the fee will be refunded if the trial cannot take place or be completed by reason of fire, civil disturbances, an Act of God,
public emergency, or any other cause beyond the control of the trial organizers.
Trial Conditions:
Modeled after real-life detection work, K9
Nose Work® trials are held in many different locations, with a variety of terrain, under varying weather conditions. Dogs
and handlers need to be able to safely negotiate a variety of surfaces, including, but not limited to, tile, linoleum, carpeting,
gravel, asphalt, uneven surfaces, and slippery footing. Handlers should be prepared to deal with a variety of weather conditions,
including heat, cold, rain and snow. Trials frequently require covering extensive distances to get to and from the parking
area to each of the search areas and generally require that this be done across natural, uneven surfaces. Handlers should
be prepared for the physical demands and must be able to navigate the terrain with their dog accordingly. Participants should
expect to spend most of the day outside or in their vehicles as there are rarely indoor crating options at trials. Please
be prepared for you and your canine partner to deal with all of these varying environmental challenges. Handlers agree that
they are entering this trial at their own risk.
This trial location
on an old golf course. The parking lot is paved and pathways are in good condition. Search areas may include
dirt, grass, and gravel. Because of where the parking lot is situated, you may be asked not leave the property
during the trial. Please pack food, water and medications for you, and your dog, that you may need during
the duration of the trial. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas
at the location, the expected search areas, parking, and pathways to the search areas may be modified at the last minute.
Liability:
By registering for the trial, the competitor hereby assumes all
risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to her/himself or to her/his property or to others, resulting from
the actions of her/his dog. The competitor expressly agree that the NACSW™, Pam Behrens/A Dog’s Day! and its assignees
or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances,
for injury, and/or damage to her/himself, for loss or injury to property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of
any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes. The competitor also agrees to assume all financial
liability that may be incurred by the NACSW™ due to the actions of themselves or their dogs regardless of the cause.
Dog Policies:
● All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all
times when not being tested. NO flexi-leashes while not participating in a competition search.
● Reactive and/or spatially challenged dogs should
wear a red bandana (to be provided by the dog’s handler) to help signal others that the dog needs extra space from other
dogs.
●
Dogs
will be toileted in designated areas and handlers must pick-up and dispose of waste.
● Dogs and handlers must stay in designated areas
to avoid contaminating testing space, interrupting a test, or from viewing any part of the testing.
● Please leave unentered dogs at home.
● Competitors should expect to keep their dogs
confined in a crate or vehicle when not competing. The logistics of a trial typically do not allow for
dogs to hang out on leash in between searches. Competitors should plan to provide their own shade using
canopies or shade cloths.
Females in Season:
Will be allowed to run wearing “pants” at the very end of the running orders
after all other dogs have been judged. Females in season will be parked and pottied in areas separate from the other dogs
while at the trial if the location logistics permit. Handlers must contact info@adogsday.net so plans can be made for the dog.
Rules:
Complete rules are available at www.NACSW.net. It is the responsibility
of each competitor to read and understand the current NACSW™ Rule book prior to participating in a NACSW™ event.
RV Parking:
There is space
for RVs to park in the competitor parking area during the trial day. To reserve a space you will need to contact the host
after you receive a confirmation that you have received a space in the trial. email info@adogsday.net to reserve RV space. No overnight RV
parking is available.
Smoking:
Smoking is not
allowed on this trial site, including the use of e-cigarettes
Sportsmanship:
All competitors/handlers and spectators are expected to follow the rules of the NACSW™ and demonstrate good sportsmanship.
This includes making sure the hide placements are unknown to the handler prior to testing and kept secret from other competitors.
Please do not discuss hide placement or any details of a dog's performance that may provide information or clues to other
handlers or may be overheard.
Harry Award:
The Harry award is given at the NW1 level to the most outstanding rescue dog that demonstrates extraordinary
ability and spirit in nose work. A rescue dog may be defined as a dog that was not purchased from a breeder, private party
or store. The dog may have been adopted from a shelter, rescued from the street, fostered with a rescue organization, etc.
The five highest scoring rescue dogs will be considered for the Harry Award when available. A dog may only
receive this award one time. Rescue designation is taken from your NACSW™ dog registration information. If you are unclear
if your dog is a rescue, please email: membership@nacsw.net.
NACSW™ Scorebook:
Remember to bring your NACSW™ Scorebook to the trial if you wish to
have your trial results recorded for your own records in your score book. If you bring your scorebook it is your responsibility
to pick it up before leaving the trial site. It is not the responsibility of the host or NACSW to return score books or score
sheets that are left behind or to mail ribbons that are not picked up.
Spectators:
Family members and friends are welcome to watch certain elements if there is appropriate viewing space for a gallery
that will not interfere with the dog working or the judging. Limits may be put on the number of spectators depending on the
turn out. Children under 18 must be directly supervised by a parent/guardian at all times. Spectators MUST check-in
at registration, sign a waiver, and get a name badge. No dogs will be allowed in the spectator area. No unentered
dogs are allowed at the trial. Spectators are reminded that the hide placements must not be discussed nor should they speak
with any competitors about what they saw until after the trial is complete. Competitors are not allowed to watch the trial
at anytime.
Video Taping and Photography:
Videos
and photos of the competition or competition areas are not allowed at this time, except by any photographer/video service
contracted by the host. No portion of any event may be videotaped or photographed for commercial or other purposes without
written authorization from NACSW™. All photographs, video broadcast, and telecast rights for NACSW™ events
are the exclusive property of NACSW™.
As a condition
of your entry, you agree to allow NACSW™, or their agents, to video you and your dog, during the entirety of the NACSW™
event. These videos are the property of NACSW™. All competitors, through entry
at any NACSW™ event, waive any and all rights relative to video broadcast or photography of such event.
Hotels:
A list of area hotels will be provided with entry confirmations.
Questions:
All trial related questions, contact Pam Behrens, info@adogsday.net.