AKC STAR PUPPY CLASS BINGO CARD REGISTRATION

If the dog locates the quarry, they must work the quarry for 10 consecutive seconds. The handler must remain in the release point for the first minute - within the minute, the handler may give one more verbal command to encourage their dog. The team will enter the hunting area and proceed to the release point. The quarry must be within 40 feet of the release point and the handler will be told of the location. The dog and handler team will have 1 minute 30 seconds to locate and work the quarry. The team will have 30 seconds to complete this step. The handler may give verbal commands, may walk to their dog and/or quarry and may touch their dog. If the dog has not located the quarry in the first minute, the judge will indicate to the handler that they may now encourage their dog. Once this is achieved, the judge will congratulate you at which point you or your catcher must immediately leash your dog and proceed out of the hunting area. Working the quarry can be barking, staring, sniffing, pawing or a combination of any of those methods. The team will enter the hunting area and proceed to the release point.Ģ e. The quarry must be within 20 feet of the release point and the handler will be told of the location. A designated hunt master must be onsite to manage and oversee the safety of the quarry. This is at the judge and club s discretion.

Photographers are also welcome and should follow the same rules as spectators, unless special arrangements have been made to be in the hunting area. No food or dogs are allowed in the spectator area. Spectators are allowed and welcome! Spectators should be at least 3 feet back from the hunting area. Handler must have a designated person to catch their dog while in the hunting area - the catcher must have a leash. Flip flops, sandals or open toe shoes are not allowed.

The terrain can be uneven as this is outside in a natural setting. Handlers must wear sturdy and supportive shoes. Handler must carry a poop bag in case of defecation in the hunting area. Handler may use a whistle or toy to help in retrieving their dog - no treats are allowed in the hunting area. Handler must have a leash (maximum 6 ft) that they will hold/carry while the dog is hunting. Dogs may run in a fitted vest or coat - nothing can be dangling.

The dog must have a collar on during the run. The collar/harness should be fitted and not dangling. Dogs can run in any flat collar or harness (without tags).

AKC STAR PUPPY CLASS BINGO CARD REGISTRATION

See instructions for registration on page 6. Dogs must be registered to compete in Adventure Quest. Deaf and tripods are welcome, but due to the outdoor terrain, dogs in wheelchairs or that are blind cannot participate for safety reasons. Who is eligible? Dogs of any breed and age (above 6 months old). where the dog has a specified amount of time to locate and work the quarry. Quarries will be hidden amongst brush, rocks, logs, etc. 1 Welcome to Adventure Quest! What is it? A game where the dog can hunt independently from their handler in an outdoor, enclosed, natural setting.

Akc star puppy class bingo card