Conformation
CONFORMATION RULEBOOK
CONFORMATION RULEBOOK
Licensed Conformation classes:
Regular Classes. Classes for intact dogs.
Regular Classes. Classes for intact dogs.
- Puppy (6 mos., under 1 yr.)
- Junior (1 yr., under 2 yrs.)
- Adult (2 yrs + over)
- Open (6 mos + over)
- Breeder/Handler (6 mos. and up, handled by breeder)
- Champion (for dogs who have earned UKC CH title, only licensed class is Total Dog)
- Junior Showmanship Classes
Altered Conformation: Dogs that have been spayed or neutered
- Puppy (6 mos., under 1 yr.)
- Junior (1 yr., under 2 yrs.)
- Adult (2 yrs + over)
- Breeder/Handler (6 mos. and up, handled by breeder)
- Champion (Grand Champion)
Non-Licensed Conformation classes:
Novice Puppy: This class is for intact dogs that are three (3) months of age and under six (6) months of age. All Puppy classes shall be divided individually by breed and by sex. Requirements: Purebred dogs that are permanently registered with UKC, have a valid TL, have a UKC litter registration number, or are not currently registered may enter.
Novice puppy is not divided by variety. For each breed, there are two classes. Novice Puppy Male and Novice Puppy Female. The winners of each class compete for Best of Breed Novice Puppy. Each breed winner competes for Best Novice Puppy in Show.
Veteran Class: The purpose of this class is to reward dogs that maintain good breed type and good condition as they age, and to give other breeders an opportunity to see the top dogs of the past. Dogs must be a minimum of seven (7) years of age, or older. Spayed and neutered dogs are eligible for this class.
Veteran is not divided by variety. For each breed, there are two classes. Veteran Male and Veteran Female. The winners of each class compete for Best of Breed Veteran. Each breed winner competes for Best Veteran in Show.
While we do not offer these, it's important to note UKC also has Brood Bitch and Stud Dog classes.
Novice Puppy: This class is for intact dogs that are three (3) months of age and under six (6) months of age. All Puppy classes shall be divided individually by breed and by sex. Requirements: Purebred dogs that are permanently registered with UKC, have a valid TL, have a UKC litter registration number, or are not currently registered may enter.
Novice puppy is not divided by variety. For each breed, there are two classes. Novice Puppy Male and Novice Puppy Female. The winners of each class compete for Best of Breed Novice Puppy. Each breed winner competes for Best Novice Puppy in Show.
Veteran Class: The purpose of this class is to reward dogs that maintain good breed type and good condition as they age, and to give other breeders an opportunity to see the top dogs of the past. Dogs must be a minimum of seven (7) years of age, or older. Spayed and neutered dogs are eligible for this class.
Veteran is not divided by variety. For each breed, there are two classes. Veteran Male and Veteran Female. The winners of each class compete for Best of Breed Veteran. Each breed winner competes for Best Veteran in Show.
While we do not offer these, it's important to note UKC also has Brood Bitch and Stud Dog classes.
RO 1A is the same as Rally Novice A: This class is for the totally new handler and dog, where the handler has never titled a dog in traditional obedience or rally whether in UKC or another registry. Think novice dog and novice handler.
RO 1B is the equivalent to Rally Novice B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in Obedience, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show. Think novice dog, not novice handler.
RO 1C: This class is for dogs that have earned a RO1 and not ready to move up to RO2 off leash.
RO 2A is the same as Rally Advanced A: This is for dogs that have obtained the RO1 title. A dog entered in this class must be handled by the owner or member of the household. This class is again, for dogs that have not obtained higher titles in competition.
RO 2B is the equivalent of Rally Advanced B: This class is for those dogs who have obtained the RO1 title.
RO 3A is the equivalent of Rally Excellent A: This class is for those dogs who have obtained the RO2 title.
RO 3B is the same as Rally Excellent B: This class is for a dog who has obtained the RO2 title and handler has previously earned a R03 title.
RO MA is the same as Rally Masters A: This class is for those dogs who have obtained the RO3 title.
RO MB is the same as Rally Masters B: This class is for a dog who has obtained the RO3 title and handler has previously earned a ROM title.
RO 1B is the equivalent to Rally Novice B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in Obedience, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show. Think novice dog, not novice handler.
RO 1C: This class is for dogs that have earned a RO1 and not ready to move up to RO2 off leash.
RO 2A is the same as Rally Advanced A: This is for dogs that have obtained the RO1 title. A dog entered in this class must be handled by the owner or member of the household. This class is again, for dogs that have not obtained higher titles in competition.
RO 2B is the equivalent of Rally Advanced B: This class is for those dogs who have obtained the RO1 title.
RO 3A is the equivalent of Rally Excellent A: This class is for those dogs who have obtained the RO2 title.
RO 3B is the same as Rally Excellent B: This class is for a dog who has obtained the RO2 title and handler has previously earned a R03 title.
RO MA is the same as Rally Masters A: This class is for those dogs who have obtained the RO3 title.
RO MB is the same as Rally Masters B: This class is for a dog who has obtained the RO3 title and handler has previously earned a ROM title.
Total Dog: Dog must qualify in Obedience or Rally and beat competition in Conformation winning one of the following classes (Best male/female, Best of Winners, CH, GrCH, BOB, Group 1-4, BIS, RBIS)( must beat competition) on the same day.
See UKC rules.
See UKC rules.
Pre-Novice: This class is for any exhibitor with a dog that has not earned a Novice (UCD) title or it's equivalent with any other organization. There are no divisions in this class.
Beginner Novice: This class is for any exhibitor with a dog that has not earned an Open (UCDX) or equivalent with any other organization. There are no divisions in this class.
Novice A: This class is for the totally new handler and dog, where the handler has never titled a dog in traditional obedience or rally whether in UKC or another registry. Think novice dog and novice handler. A dog entered in this class must be handled by the owner or member of the household.
Novice B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in Obedience, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show. Think novice dog, not novice handler.
Novice C: This class is for dogs that have earned a Novice title and not ready to move up to Open.
Advanced Novice Class: This class is for any exhibitor with a dog that has not earned an Obedience Champion (UOCH) title or its equivalent in any other organization. There are no divisions in this class.
Open A: This class is for dogs that have earned the Novice (UCD) title to enter.
Open B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in an Open class, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show.
Utility A: This class is for dogs that have earned the Open is the same as Companion Dog Excellent (UCDX) title to enter.
Utility B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in a Utility class, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show.
Beginner Novice: This class is for any exhibitor with a dog that has not earned an Open (UCDX) or equivalent with any other organization. There are no divisions in this class.
Novice A: This class is for the totally new handler and dog, where the handler has never titled a dog in traditional obedience or rally whether in UKC or another registry. Think novice dog and novice handler. A dog entered in this class must be handled by the owner or member of the household.
Novice B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in Obedience, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show. Think novice dog, not novice handler.
Novice C: This class is for dogs that have earned a Novice title and not ready to move up to Open.
Advanced Novice Class: This class is for any exhibitor with a dog that has not earned an Obedience Champion (UOCH) title or its equivalent in any other organization. There are no divisions in this class.
Open A: This class is for dogs that have earned the Novice (UCD) title to enter.
Open B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in an Open class, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show.
Utility A: This class is for dogs that have earned the Open is the same as Companion Dog Excellent (UCDX) title to enter.
Utility B: This class is for those who have titled dogs in a Utility class, not necessarily the particular dog being handled this show.
Additional Information:
The Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association will refund all entries in the case of a natural disaster or if the shows must be cancelled. Refunds for judge change will be accepted if the exhibitor is present at the show, subject to a $3.00 administration fee collected on each entry. Bitches in season are not permitted to compete in Rally or Obedience Trials. As such, the club will refund the entry fee paid for bitches unable to compete for this reason, minus $3 per trial administration fee collected by UKC on each entry, upon proof from a licensed veterinarian written on their letterhead. This certificate must be presented to the Trial Secretary, or the exhibitor must bring female to be examined using a tissue, no later than 30 minutes before the start of judging on the first day of the trial. There is NO refund if female is entered in Conformation. Entry fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused or for errors on the entry forms. Owners are responsible for accuracy of information on the entry forms. Changes, additions, or corrections to entry forms must be submitted in writing or via email and received by the TRIAL SECRETARY BEFORE 6:00 pm, October 28, 2024. Entries will not be accepted without fees or signature. While we do our best to accommodate conflicts, Judges are not required to wait for dogs. The Owner of each dog is solely responsible for having it ready at ringside when it is to be judged. The Club has no responsibility for providing service through a public address system, stewards, or runners for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. Dog(s) are to be securely crated anytime the dog is not in the ring. This is for your safety, the safety of others, and your dogs. 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 an unnecessary disturbance or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the trial committee, be asked to leave the show site. In such case, no refund of any fees paid will be made. The Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association and its members will assume no responsibilities for any loss, damage or injury sustained by exhibitors or handlers, or to any of their dogs or property and further assumes no responsibility for injury to children. The Club reserves the right to decline entries for cause and may remove any dog on account of aggression. No one shall have any recourse or claim against the Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association or any official thereof. All dogs must be on leash at all times when on trial grounds except when in the designated warm-up area or competing on the Rally or Obedience rings. Crates may be left overnight; however, the Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association and the Jackson County Agricultural Facility will not be responsible for any lost or damaged items left at the show site. Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dog(s). Any exhibitor failing to do so may be excused without benefit of refund if the Event Committee deems the exhibitor to be in violation of this requirement. Cleaning supplies and disposal sites will be available at various locations around the show grounds. Email Entry forms-payment in full by Credit Card, PayPal, or Zelle can be made through the club website. Mail-in entries make check payable to SEAEDA. Returned checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Event Secretary will add a $50 collection fee to the amount of each returned check.
The Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association will refund all entries in the case of a natural disaster or if the shows must be cancelled. Refunds for judge change will be accepted if the exhibitor is present at the show, subject to a $3.00 administration fee collected on each entry. Bitches in season are not permitted to compete in Rally or Obedience Trials. As such, the club will refund the entry fee paid for bitches unable to compete for this reason, minus $3 per trial administration fee collected by UKC on each entry, upon proof from a licensed veterinarian written on their letterhead. This certificate must be presented to the Trial Secretary, or the exhibitor must bring female to be examined using a tissue, no later than 30 minutes before the start of judging on the first day of the trial. There is NO refund if female is entered in Conformation. Entry fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused or for errors on the entry forms. Owners are responsible for accuracy of information on the entry forms. Changes, additions, or corrections to entry forms must be submitted in writing or via email and received by the TRIAL SECRETARY BEFORE 6:00 pm, October 28, 2024. Entries will not be accepted without fees or signature. While we do our best to accommodate conflicts, Judges are not required to wait for dogs. The Owner of each dog is solely responsible for having it ready at ringside when it is to be judged. The Club has no responsibility for providing service through a public address system, stewards, or runners for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. Dog(s) are to be securely crated anytime the dog is not in the ring. This is for your safety, the safety of others, and your dogs. 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 an unnecessary disturbance or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the trial committee, be asked to leave the show site. In such case, no refund of any fees paid will be made. The Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association and its members will assume no responsibilities for any loss, damage or injury sustained by exhibitors or handlers, or to any of their dogs or property and further assumes no responsibility for injury to children. The Club reserves the right to decline entries for cause and may remove any dog on account of aggression. No one shall have any recourse or claim against the Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association or any official thereof. All dogs must be on leash at all times when on trial grounds except when in the designated warm-up area or competing on the Rally or Obedience rings. Crates may be left overnight; however, the Southeastern American Eskimo Dog Association and the Jackson County Agricultural Facility will not be responsible for any lost or damaged items left at the show site. Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dog(s). Any exhibitor failing to do so may be excused without benefit of refund if the Event Committee deems the exhibitor to be in violation of this requirement. Cleaning supplies and disposal sites will be available at various locations around the show grounds. Email Entry forms-payment in full by Credit Card, PayPal, or Zelle can be made through the club website. Mail-in entries make check payable to SEAEDA. Returned checks do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Event Secretary will add a $50 collection fee to the amount of each returned check.
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