~ Dog High Jump ~

Rules & Regulations for Dog High Jump

1. This competition is a test of the dog’s jumping ability.
2. The competition is open to all dogs.
3. The dog is to jump over the wall; however the dog can touch any part of the jump to get over the wall.
4. All dogs not jumping must be on a lead, with a handler in the marshalling area away from the jump run area.
5. Only one dog may be loose in the competition area at any one time.
6. The owner has the right to select the height, above the minimum height, at which the dog will begin jumping in the competition.
7. A second handler can be used to catch the dog on the other side of the jump.
8. Each dog is allowed three jump attempts at each height if necessary until only one dog remains to provide a winner.
9. Any mishandling or misuse of the dog will incur immediate disqualification.
10. Run up area and landing area to be flat with a platform land.
11. The dogs can be encouraged over the jump by a handler vocally or visually.
12. If more than one dog has jumped the final height, a count back on refusals is to be done to find a winner. If all are equal the prize is shared, with each dog declared winners.
13. Dogs on showground at all times are to be securely tied or on a lead.
14. All entries must be in by 2.45pm on show day, November 7, 2017.
15. Dog high jump stewards will measure dogs at the wither (between their front shoulder blades) to determine category entry. The steward’s measurement is final. Entrants may request a remeasurement once only.

To nominate or for more information please contact Jen Staniforth-Smith ph: ​9767 1329