Q-ME AGILITY CLUB SCHEDULE OF OPEN AGILITY SHOW

(Held under Kennel Club Rules & Regulations H & H (1) and licensed by the Kennel Club Limited)

Saturday 26th,Sunday 27th & Monday 28th August 2017

At Bath Racecourse, Lansdown, Bath, BA1 9BU

SHOW OPENS: 7.30am BRIEFING: 8.15am JUDGING: 8.30am Entries Close: 17th July 2016 (Postmarked)

N.B. Late entries will be returned

Individual classes £3.60 per dog (helping members £2 per dog) Limited Camping £35 per unit for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

Preferential camping will be given to helpers Classes may be re-allocated after closing if numbers dictate. We reserve the right to appoint

substitute or additional judges if necessary.

Guarantors to the Kennel Club: Chairman: Dave Munnings, 147 Walton Way, Newbury, Berks, RG14 2NZ (qme-agility@hotmail.co.uk) Secretary: Brenda Bulmer, (Brenda.42@live.com) Treasurer: Rhian Salmon (rhi_s@hotmail.co.uk)

Show Secretary: Brenda Bulmer, 10 Elstree Road, Bitterne, Southampton, SO19 9RY

07880622539 (brenda.42@live.com)

Show Manager: Dave Munnings – Saturday, Sunday & Monday

Online Entries via: www.agilityshows.online Paper Entries & Fees to: Q-Me Agility, c/o ASO, 16 Glendevon Road, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 4PJ (Cheques Payable to “QME AGILITY”)

Entry Enquiries only: 01189 695649 (before 9pm please)

There will be music played at this show over the tannoy system throughout the day.

Vet on Call: Bath Veterinary Group BA2 5RL Tel: 01225 832521 MANY THANKS TO OUR MAIN SPONSOR:

Schedule of Classes – Saturday 26th August 2017

Class Size Type Class Title (sponsored by) Judge Grades

1 Large Combined Jumping Paul Moore 1 2

2 Large Graded Agility Chelsea Coles 1 2

3 Large Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier Neil Harding 1 2 3

4 Large Graded Jumping Paul Moore 3

5 Large Combined Jumping Phil Barber 3 4 5

6 Large Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier David Isbister 4 5

7 Large Combined Agility Chelsea Coles 4 5

8 Large Combined Jumping Jilly Holness 6 7

9 Large Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier Neil Ellis 6 7

10 Large Graded Jumping Lucy O’Neill 6 7

11 Medium Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier Chelsea Coles 1 2 3

12 Medium Graded Jumping Lucy O’Neill 1 2 3

13 Medium Combined Agility Neil Harding 1 2 3 4

14 Medium Combined Jumping Jilly Holness 4 5

15 Medium Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier David Isbister 4 5

16 Medium Graded Jumping Lucy O’Neill 5 6 7

17 Medium Combined Jumping Paul Moore 6 7

18 Medium Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier Neil Ellis 6 7

19 Small Graded Jumping Jilly Holness 1 2 3

20 Small Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier Chelsea Coles 1 2 3

21 Small Combined Agility Neil Harding 1 2 3 4

22 Small Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier David Isbister 4 5

23 Small Graded Jumping Jilly Holness 4 5

24 Small Combined Jumping Lucy O’Neill 5 6 7

25 Small Graded Q-Me Agility Qualifier Neil Ellis 6 7

26 Small Combined Jumping Paul Moore 6 7

27 Large Combined Special ABC Agility David Isbister 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

28 Anysize Combined Special Anysize Jumping Jilly Holness 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Dogs may be entered in a maximum of 4 classes per day. Extra judges may be appointed if entry numbers dictate and judges’ classes may be changed depending on numbers. Reserve judges: Traci Gaunt Equipment supplied by First Contact - all contact equipment will be rubber coated.

The Q-Me Agility Finals will be held in the main ring on Saturday after all the classes in that ring have finished. The fortunate qualifiers from that day’s heats (top 2 from each grade in each of the qualifiers) will be invited to take part in the Finals. The Finals will be run under KC rules but with minimum distance of 5m and a maximum distance of 8m between obstacles

Schedule of Classes - Sunday 27th August 2017

Class Size Type Class Title (sponsored by) Judge Grades

29 Large Graded Agility (Touchango K9) Martin Reid 1 2

30 Large Combined Jumping Lynette Chant 1 2

31 Large Graded Jumping Iain Patz 1 2 3

32 Large Graded Agility Hilary Poole 3

33 Large Graded Agility (Fit Paws) Charlotte Harding 3 4 5

34 Large Graded Jumping Sam Clarke 4 5

35 Large Combined Jumping Lynette Chant 4 5

36 Large Combined Agility Dan Shaw 6 7

37 Large Graded Jumping (Touchango K9) Narrah Cuddy 6 7

38 Large Graded Agility Martin Reid 6 7

39 Medium Combined Jumping (Lee Gibson) Iain Patz 1 2 3

40 Medium Graded Agility Dan Shaw 1 2 3

41 Medium Combined Jumping Narrah Cuddy 1 2 3 4

42 Medium Graded Agility Hilary Poole 4 5

43 Medium Combined Jumping Sam Clarke 4 5

44 Medium Combined Agility (Handling 360) Martin Reid 5 6 7

45 Medium Graded Agility Dan Shaw 6 7

46 Medium Graded Jumping Narrah Cuddy 6 7

47 Small Combined Agility Dan Shaw 1 2 3

48 Small Graded Jumping Sam Clarke 1 2 3

49 Small Combined Jumping (Sean Cameron) Iain Patz 1 2 3 4

50 Small Graded Jumping (Silvia Trkman) Sam Clarke 4 5

51 Small Graded Agility Hilary Poole 4 5

52 Small Combined Agility Martin Reid 5 6 7

53 Small Graded Jumping Narrah Cuddy 6 7

54 Small Combined Agility Dan Shaw 6 7

55 Large Combined Special ABC Agility Hilary Poole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

56 Anysize Combined Special Anysize Jumping Lynette Chant 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Dogs may be entered in a maximum of 4 classes per day. Extra judges may be appointed if entry numbers dictate and judges’ classes may be changed dependent on numbers.

Reserve Judges:

Equipment supplied by First Contact - all contact equipment will be rubber coated.

Schedule of Classes - Monday 28th August 2017

Class Size Type Class Title (sponsored by) Judge Grades

57 Large Graded Agility Barrie James 1 2 3 4

58 Large Combined Jumping Becci Chant 1 2 3 4

59 Large Graded Agility (Lucy Osborne) Lucy Osborne 5 6 7

60 Large Combined Jumping Kathryn Stickney 5 6 7

61 Medium Graded Agility Barrie James 1 2 3 4

62 Medium Combined Jumping (Dawn Weaver) Becci Chant 1 2 3 4

63 Medium Graded Agility Lucy Osborne 5 6 7

64 Medium Combined Jumping Kathryn Stickney 5 6 7

65 Small Graded Agility Barrie James 1 2 3 4

66 Small Combined Jumping Becci Chant 1 2 3 4

67 Small Graded Agility Lucy Osborne 5 6 7

68 Small Combined Jumping Kathryn Stickney 5 6 7

69 Anysize Combined Special Anysize Jumping Kathryn Stickney 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Dogs may be entered in a maximum of 2 classes per day. Extra judges may be appointed if entry numbers dictate and judges’ classes may be changed dependent on numbers.

Reserve Judges:

PRIZES

Rosettes to at least 10% of entries in all classes.

TROPHIES - To 1st PLACE ONLY (classes with 19 or less dogs) - To 2nd PLACE ONLY (classes with over 19 and less than 50 dogs) – to 3rd PLACE (classes with 50 or more dogs). This applies to all classes. Combined classes are counted by total in class whilst Graded classes are counted by total in each Grade. Special Anysize Jumping : Rosettes and Trophies as per usual standard classes but please note it is one set of awards across all heights of dog participating. The top 3 placed competitors will receive a prize of Golden Paste. Unplaced clear round rosettes in all classes to be collected on the day

Combined classes are scheduled for the grades stated with one overall set of results for the whole class. Graded classes are scheduled for one or more grades with separate results and awards issued for each grade.

AWARDS Rosettes in all classes to 10% of entries plus clear round rosettes. Trophies to at least 1st place in all classes. MOST sponsored classes will have prizes for 1st to 3rd place. ALL Q-ME Qualifiers 1st -3rd place will receive discounted Q-ME online training.

ELIGIBILITY FOR CLASSES In the following definitions of classes First Prizes or other prize wins are those gained in standard classes at any Kennel Club licensed Championship Agility, Premier Agility, Open Agility or Limited Agility Shows (i.e. Special classes and invitational events excepted). Only a first place with a clear round within course time will count towards grade progression. Standard classes may be scheduled for Agility shows, as Agility classes or Jumping classes. All standard classes must contain the Weaving Poles obstacle. Standard Agility classes must contain the following elements “A Ramp”, Dog Walk and See-Saw. With this proviso classes are defined as follows:- Class Structure. A Class may either be held as a Graded Class or a Combined Class. A Graded Class may be scheduled for one or more consecutive Grades with separate results and awards issued for each grade. A Combined Class may be scheduled for more than one consecutive grade with one overall set of results. Progression. Progression from each Grade will require one Agility win or three Jumping wins in standard classes at that grade, at either Full height or the Lower Height Option, except that progression from Grade 5 will require 3 wins at Grade 5, one of which must be an agility class. Progression from Grade 6 will require 4 wins at Grade 6, two of which must be agility classes. Results from Combined Classes will only count towards progression from the dog's current grade. Points Progression. At the handler’s discretion a dog may progress up to Grade 4 by winning 100 points at each grade, using the Agility Warrant points scheme (Regulation K3.c refers), except that there is no requirement for a minimum number of agility points. If this method of progression is selected, the handler must ensure the Show Secretary signs the dog’s Agility Record Book at the first show entered at the higher grade. There is no time limit on this progression, however once a dog has progressed, it cannot return to a previous grade. Progression on points must be done prior to the closing date of entries. It is not possible to change a grade on points once entries have closed. DEFINITION OF CLASSES – Standard Classes

Only first prizes and points gained in standard classes at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows may be

used for progression through the classes. (A dog is only eligible for one grade). In defining the eligibility of the

owner or handler for Grade 1, the three jumping wins and points progression referred to in the definition apply

only to one dog and not an accumulation of dogs.

GRADE 1 (Elementary) : For owners, handlers or dogs which have not gained a first place in an Agility Class or

three first places in Jumping Classes at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows. NB Owners, handlers or dogs

previously qualified out of Grade 1 (Elementary) are not eligible for this class.

GRADE 2 (Starters) : Open to dogs which are not eligible for Grades 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 and have not gained a first

place in an Agility Class or three first places in Jumping Classes at Grade 2 at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows,

or elected to progress on points from Grade 1. NB Owners, handlers or dogs previously qualified out of Grade

2 (Starters) are not eligible for this class.

GRADE 3 (Graduate) : Open to dogs which are not eligible for Grade 1 or 2 or have elected to progress on

points from Grade 2 at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows and dogs which are not eligible for Grades 4, 5, 6 or 7.

GRADE 4 (Novice) : Open to dogs which have gained a first place in an Agility Class or three first places in

Jumping Classes at Grade 3 or elected to progress on points from Grade 3 at Kennel Club licensed Agility

Shows and are not eligible for Grade 3, 5, 6 or 7.

GRADE 5 (Intermediate) : Open to dogs which have gained a first place in an Agility Class or three first

places in Jumping Classes at Grade 4 sed Agility Shows and are not eligible for Grades 3, 4, 6 or 7.

GRADE 6 (Senior) : Open to dogs which have gained three first places at Grade 5 at Kennel Club licensed

Agility Shows, one of which must have been in an Agility (not Jumping) class and are not eligible for Grades 3, 4,

5 or 7.

GRADE 7 (Advanced) : Open to dogs which have gained a minimum of 4 first places at Grade 6 at Kennel Club

licensed Agility Shows, 2 first places must be gained in Agility (not Jumping) Classes.

DEFINITION OF CLASSES – Special Classes (including class rules)

Standard KC marking rules and equipment applies unless otherwise stated on each Special Class Special Anysize Jumping

Open to dogs NOT entered in any other class. This class is open to Large, Medium and Small dogs which are

not entered into any other classes at this show. Jump heights for Large dogs will be up to a maximum of

35cm, Medium dogs and Small dogs will be up to a maximum of 19cm. There will be no weaves or tyre. All dogs

will compete against each other over the same course at the dog's preferred jump height. With one set of awards.

Large Special ABC Agility The Large ABC Agility is a competition for all Large dogs excluding Border Collies, Working Sheepdogs and their

crosses (Any Breeds but Collies).

1. The competition is open to all Large dogs excluding Border Collies, Working Sheepdogs and their crosses.

(Any Breeds but Collies). In the event of dispute, the judge’s decision will be final.

2. This class must be judged under the appropriate Kennel Club Rules in force at the time of the competition.

3. All competitors entering the class will be deemed to have agreed to abide by the rules of the Kennel Club

and the specific regulations governing this class.

4. Handlers may enter more than one dog in the competition

Q-ME QUALIFIERS AND FINALS Qualification There is a Graded Agility qualifying class during Saturday covering each grade and size. The top two placed dogs/handlers in each size and grade will qualify for the Finals. If anyone is unable to make the Finals, the next placed dog/handler will qualify. The same dog/handler team must run in both the Qualifier and the Finals. The Finals The Finals will be held in the main ring on Saturday once all others classes in that ring have closed for the day. There will be three Finals: small, medium and large. Grades 1-7 in each size category will compete against each other. The Finals will be run over an Agility course. All Finals will be held under KC rules except for the minimum and a maximum distance between obstacles which will be 5 metres and 8 metres respectively. All Finals will be judged by David Isbister Prizes The prizes for each of the three height Finals are: 1st place – Trophy and Rosette; FIRST CONTACT Jump; H-DOGS drawing of your dog. 2nd place – Trophy and Rosette; SWAG toys 3rd place – Trophy and Rosette; Natural Instinct food/treats THANKS TO ALL THE SPONSORS FOR SUPPORTING THE INAUGURAL Q-ME AGILITY FINALS.

HEIGHT CLASSIFICATION OF DOGS Small Dogs: for dogs measuring 350mm or under at the withers Medium Dogs: for dogs measuring over 350mm and measuring 430mm or under at the withers Large Dogs: for dogs measuring over 430mm at the withers. Class heights: Small: 35cm Medium: 45cm Large: 65cm

SHOW RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. Dogs entered at Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows must be registered at the Kennel Club in accordance with Kennel Club

Regulations for Classification and Registration B, or else registration or transfer of registration must have been applied for. The registration number/Authority to Compete number will be required for each entry.

2. All dogs registered and resident outside of the UK must be issued with a Kennel Club Authority to Compete (ATC) number before entry to the show/event can be made. All overseas entries without a Kennel Club Registration number or an Authority to Compete number will be returned to the exhibitor/competitor.

3. Entry fees: Single entries £3.60 per dog per class irrespective of hard copy or online entry. Camping at £35 for the three nights (Friday, Saturday & Sunday only). Helping Q-Me members get reduced entry fees of £2 and camping details are circulated directly to our members.

4. Prizes – no monetary prizes are on offer. Awards for each class are listed in the awards section of the schedule. 5. Entries may be made via the internet by going to www.agilityshows.online 6. The Q-Me Show Committee reserves the right to refuse entries. 7. Only dogs of 18 calendar months of age and over on the day of competition are eligible for competition at

Kennel Club licensed Agility Shows. 8. A dog must not compete in the same class more than once, including special classes. 9. No entry capping levels have been applied to this show. 10. Not For Competition entries will be accepted for dogs aged four calendar months and over. Dogs must be Kennel

Club registered with their details recorded on the entry form. 11. No bitch in season is allowed to compete. 12. The mating of bitches within the precincts of the show is forbidden. 13. No person shall carry out punitive correction or harsh handling of a dog at any time within the boundaries of

the Show. 14. Dogs must not wear any type of slip, half-slip collar or lead when under test. A flat, close fitting, leather or

webbing collar is permitted, providing the only attachment is a plain identification panel as an integral part of the collar ie. not attached by a ring.

15. Should a judge be unable to fulfill the appointment to judge the Committee reserves the right to appoint another judge.

16. No competitor shall impugn the decision of the judge or judges. 17. Sponsors for the show are listed on the schedule. 18. Kennel Club standard marking Regulations apply for all standard classes. 19. Special Anysize Jumping class - jumps will be up to a maximum height of 35cm for Large dogs and up to a

maximum of 19cm for small and medium dogs. Please note that to enter a dog in either of the Anysize classes that dog cannot be entered into any other class.

20. The height limits for dogs are: a. Large dogs – for dogs measuring over 430mm (1ft 5ins) at the withers b. Medium dogs – for dogs measuring over 350mm (1ft 1.75ins) and measuring 430mm (1ft 5ins) or under at the withers c. Small dogs – for dogs measuring 350mm (1ft 1.75ins) or under at the withers.

21. Judges at an Agility Show may not enter for competition a dog that is recorded in their ownership or part ownership, or handle a dog at the Show at which they are judging. Dogs will be disqualified if proved to have been handled in the class by the scheduled judge’s spouse or immediate family, or resident at the same address as the scheduled judge.

22. Removal of dogs from Competition Following discussion between the Show Management and/or a veterinary surgeon, a dog shall be prevented from competing and/or removed from the Show if it is :-

a. A bitch which is in season. b. Suffering from any infectious diseases or Contagious disease. c. Interfering with the safety or chance of winning of an opponent. d. Of such temperament or is so much out of control as to be a danger to the safety of any person or

other animal. e. Likely to cause suffering to the dog if it continues competing.

The circumstances of such a removal shall be recorded in the competition/show Incident Book and submitted to the Kennel Club. 23. In estimating the number of awards won, all wins up to and including 25 days before the start of the

competition, i.e. 1st August, shall be counted when entering for any class. For these purposes a competition shall be defined as all classes covered within the same schedule. In the event that a dog becomes eligible for the next grade at a particular show, after the entry for that show has been sent, it is the competitor’s responsibility to notify the show secretary at least 14 days before the date of the show. The dog should then be moved into the corresponding number of classes as were entered at the lower grade. If there are fewer or no classes available for the next grade the competitor should be offered a refund of the relevant entry fees.

24. Should circumstances so dictate the Society, in consultation with the Judges, may alter arrangements as necessary. Such changes and the circumstances surrounding them must be reported to the Kennel Club.

25. In the event that the show is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances the society will refund fees less reasonably incurred expenses on receipt of a stamped addressed envelope submitted to the show secretary within 1 month of the show date. Any refunds will be made within 3 months of the show date.

26. Except for mobility aids, nothing shall be carried in the hand while the dog is under test and food shall not be given to a dog whilst in the ring.

27. Should the judge deem a re-run is required, any result and/or faults gained in the previous run must be discounted.

28. Separate forms must be completed by each owner and must be signed by the owner or his authorized agent in accordance with the provisions specified thereon. Entry forms must be accompanied with the appropriate fees.

29. Free entry passes – All competitors will be provided with a free pass enabling them to enter the event at any time of the day their competition is scheduled, but in the case of a dog owned in partnership only one such pass will be issued.

30. Competition of Dogs Suffering from Contagious or Infectious Disease - No dogs suffering from infectious or contagious disease or having been exposed to such disease during the period of 21 days prior to the Competition may compete. Competitors infringing the Regulation will be liable to be fined and/or dealt with under Kennel Club Rule A11.

31. It is the competitor’s responsibility to be available for their class and running order. Competitors must run as close to their running order as possible. Failure to do so may be reported to the Kennel Club.

32. Animals in Event - No animal other than one officially entered shall be brought into the precincts of the event during its continuance, except any dogs registered to assist the disabled, or dogs required for educational or instructional purposes or by permission of the General Committee. However, at the discretion of the Show Society, a dog brought to the show by a spectator may be admitted into the precincts of the dog show, with the proviso that those in charge of the dog sign a declaration confirming the dog is free from disease and that the dog will be kept under proper control at all times.

33. A pay on the day class will be held if time permits. 34. A practice ring may be available to dogs entered for competition at the show, if space allows. This ring must

be supervised by a responsible adult with agility knowledge. 35. Welfare of Dogs - An exhibitor (or competitor) 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 knowingly put their dogs’ health and welfare at risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise. A breach of this Regulation may be referred to the General Committee for disciplinary action under Kennel Club Rules and Regulations.

36. Please clean up after your dog and place in bins provided. Anyone knowingly not doing so may be asked to leave the venue and will forfeit any remaining class entries.

37. No refunds due to incorrect entries, or requests for special running orders, will be entertained. 38. All competitors who enter any special classes agree to the rules as defined in the schedule. 39. Competitors must follow the stewards’ instructions with regard to parking, camping and conduct within the

show boundaries. 40. Goods may NOT be sold within the precincts of the show without prior permission. 41. Rosettes and Trophies can only be collected on the day of the show and will NOT be forwarded. 42. Gates will NOT be locked over night. 43. If tractors are brought in to tow vehicles/camping units out of the showground because of poor ground conditions,

this will be done at the owners risk. 44. Dog agility is a competitive and physically strenuous activity. It is the responsibility of the owner/handler to ensure

their dog is ‘fit for function’ and that they themselves are fit to take part. By signing the entry form you confirm that to the best of your knowledge your dog id fit and able to take part in agility classes on the day of the show.

45. If choosing to download your ring cards you are agreeing to your running orders for this show being available to the public on the web site.

In case of cancellation of the show within seven days of the show date, notification will be sent to the relevant web sites and posted on applicable facebook groups where possible. It will be the competitor's responsibility to check with these services if continuation of the show is in doubt.

SITE INFORMATION

Camping is only on the designated site and is limited to 250 units Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights.

Be aware that you drive through a golf course to get in and out of the showground.

Please arrive AFTER 12 Noon and BEFORE 9PM on FRIDAY. The site must be vacated Monday evening.

Camping

For Health and Safety reasons please park according to instructions given and take note of site information sheet. Caravans must be pitched with the tow hitch facing the roadway.

Roadways MUST be kept clear. Do NOT empty chemical toilets into the show toilets or wash them out at the fresh water standpipes. Water is available at standpipes adjacent to the enclosure building. Showers are not available. Barbecues are NOT allowed anywhere on the show site. Camping will be allocated to helpers first.

Competition area

P.A. System: this will be in use from the opening of the show. Information Point: this will be situated within the enclosure building. Prize giving will also take place at this

point. A variety of hot and cold refreshments will be provided by Holdens Caterers and Kookaburra Coffee. There will be restrictions on general use of the ladies toilets adjacent to the enclosure building, due to

plumbing issues. Please use the portable units, which have been provided.

Control and welfare of dogs

No exercising of dogs on the racetrack. Dog waste must be put in the skip provided for that purpose. You will be asked to leave the show-ground if

you do not pick up. Please keep your dogs on leads in the competition area, and near the wooded areas (where there may be

livestock). NO TOYS to be thrown in the exercise area. Dogs in hot vehicles: Your dog is vulnerable and AT RISK if left in a vehicle in high temperatures and even on

days considered as slightly warm. Please take care of your dog. If your dog is found to be at risk, forcible entry to your vehicle may be necessary without liability for any damage caused.

VET ON CALL: The Bath Veterinary Group will provide emergency cover from Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital, Wellsway, Bath BA2 5RL. They will have emergency vets available 24 hours a day

General

There is a public right of way through the site. Do NOT put nappies and other solid waste into the show toilets. Please supervise your children at all times. Nearest Hospital: Bath Royal United Hospital, Combe Park, Bath BA1 3NG . Tel: 01225 428331.

Please ensure that you adhere to the 5 MPH speed limit set in the racecourse.

Thank you for your co-operation. We hope you enjoy the show.

Please call Dave on 07917 679210 in an emergency.

HELPING AT OUR SHOW Shows do not run themselves and Q-Me is a small club and therefore help is needed to run this show. We offer helpers who wish to help the following package:-

If you are an individual

A voucher for a packed lunch (for those helping for half a day or more) Entry into the helpers raffle (1 ticket per half day)

If you are a club/group supplying a complete ring party of 10 people

Priority camping

Lunch vouchers for each helper (up to a maximum of 10 helpers per ring) £100 for the club (assuming 10 people inc ring manager – note : this only applies to club)

CAMPING WILL BE ALLOCATED TO HELPERS FIRST

DAY PARKING: Use the main entrance where officials will direct you. Be aware that you drive through a golf course to get in and out of the showground.

DOGS LEFT IN VEHICLES IN HOT WEATHER: Your dog is vulnerable and AT RISK if left in a vehicle in high temperatures and even on days considered as slightly warm. Please take care of your dog. If your dog is found to be at risk, forcible entry to your vehicle may be necessary without liability for any damage.

THANK YOU! QME Agility extend their heartfelt thanks to Clubs, Sponsors, Judges and other individuals who have kindly given up their valuable time to ensure that our show is a success.

TRADE STANDS ON SITE :- Natural Instinct SWAG Kookaburra Coffee Holdens Caterers Porky Pigs Catering TouchangoK9 Roundhill therapies DK9 Ice CREAM Home made Cakes Sean Cameron Photography

PLEASE LEAVE THE VENUE CLEAN AND TIDY PLEASE KEEP TO THE 5 MPH SPEED LIMIT SET IN THE RACECOURSE

DIRECTIONS From the M4 motorway, the North, London, Wales and South West Turn south at Junction 18 on the A46 towards Bath. After passing through Pennsylvania turn right at roundabout towards Bristol on A420. ***Take first major left turning at top of hill signposted towards Hamswell. After about a mile, turn left at road junction and reach the top of the hill. Lansdown racecourse is a mile further on the right hand side. Drive round to the right of the main grandstand and over the racetrack to the camping and ring area. This route is the preferred route for caravans as it avoids the major hills. From the South In Bath follow signs for Lansdown and Wick. The Racecourse is on the Northwest side of the town, about 3 miles from Bath centre up a long hill (Lansdown Road). The racecourse is on the left side after the Blathwayt Arms at the top of the hill. From the East Travelling along the A420 from Chippenham, pass straight over the A46 at the roundabout and follow subsequent directions as for travellers from the north and motorway.*** THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS!

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Q-ME OPEN AGILITY SHOW on 26th, 27th & 28th August 2017

Venue: Bath Racecourse, Lansdown, Bath Closing Date: 17th July 2017 (postmark)

Send Entries and Fees to:

QME Agility Show, c/o ASO, 16 Glendevon Road, Woodley, Reading, Berks RG5 4PJ

Cheques payable to QME Agility

Or enter online at:

This form must be used by one person only (or partnership). Writing MUST BE IN INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL. Use one line only for each dog. The name of the dog and all details as recorded with the Kennel Club must be given on this entry form. If an error is made, the dog may be disqualified by the Committee of The Kennel Club. All dogs must be REGISTERED at The Kennel Club Limited in the name of the exhibitor. If the registration or transfer of ownership has not been confirmed it must be applied for before the closing date of entries. In case of dispute proof of postage of such applications may be required by The Kennel Club. Dogs under 18 months of age on the day of competition cannot be entered for competition. On no account will entries be accepted without fees. If a dog is in the process of Registration or Transfer at the time entry is made, add the letters NAF or TAF as appropriate after its name. Please put classes in numerical order and USE BLOCK CAPITALS throughout when completing this entry form. Not for competition entries will be accepted for dogs aged four calendar months and over. Any bank charges incurred through incorrectly completed or dishonoured cheques will be passed on to the owner concerned. The Kennel Club Authority to Compete (ATC Number) for dogs resident outside of the UK must be stated or the entry will be returned. PLEASE CHECK ALL DETAILS BEFORE POSTING. A dog must at the time of entry for the competition, be registered as required by Kennel Club Rules and Regulations in the owner’s name (or else registration or transfer of registration applied for).

KC Registered Name of Dog* KC/ATC Number* D.O.B* Breed* Dog/Bitch* Grade Height S/M/L

Classes

*These details must be given in terms identical with registration of the dog at the Kennel Club

All non-competing dogs being brought to the show must be entered as NFC above (Not For Competition) – there is no charge for these entries.

Handler’s Details *Owner’s Details (if different to handler) Kennel Club Declaration: I/We agree to submit to and be bound by the Kennel Club Limited Rules & Regulations in their present form or as they may be amended from time to time in relation to all canine matters which the Kennel Club is concerned and that this entry is made upon the basis that all current single or joint registered owners of this dog[s] have authorised/consented to this entry. I/We also undertake to abide by the Regulations of this show and not bring to the Show any dog which has contracted or been knowingly exposed to any infectious or contagious disease during the 21 days prior to the Show or which is suffering from a visible condition which adversely affects it’s health or welfare. I/We further declare that I/we believe to the best of my/our knowledge that the dogs are not liable to disqualification under Kennel Club Agility Show Regulations.

Signature(s) of owner(s) or authorised agent:

…………………………………………………………….. Date: …………………….

Name: Name:

Address (incl. Postcode):

Address (incl. Postcode):

Tel. No: Tel. No:

Mobile: Dogs in Hot Vehicles: Your dog is vulnerable and AT RISK if left in a vehicle in high temperatures and even on days considered as slightly warm. Please take care of your dog. If your dog is found to be at risk forcible entry to your vehicle may be necessary without liability for any damage caused. Email:

Please tick the box to confirm that you are aware that Small and Medium dogs must be measured prior to competing in accordance with Regulation H(1)(B)4

Help Needed Please ……. Class entries @ £3.60 per dog per class £

Helper’s Name(s): Helping Club Members ……. Class entries @ £2.00 per dog per class £

Preferred Job(s) Scribe Score Call Pads / Leads …… Camping Spaces @ £ 35.00 space £

Day(s) Saturday Sunday Monday Return Postage £ 1.00

Time(s) AM PM Either AM or PM Both AM & PM OR download your ring cards from ASO Y / N

Ring Party (if applicable): Total (Please make cheques payable to QME Agility £

If camping is full please Cancel my entry (enclose an SAE) OR Put me on the waiting list