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• 1) Blinds will be up for the entire event and for all levels.
• 2) Jump and wall will be left on the field for the entire event as well.
• 3) The group will be the “old-fashioned” 4 cornered group.
• 4) The correct command for bringing your dog into the basic/finish position (to conclude the exercise) after the send-out or long-down is “SIT”
• 5) The command for the call after the hold and bark is: "Here/Heel" or "Hier/Fuß". Both commands need to be given.
• 6) The disarming procedure is not to include raising the arms anymore, but otherwise the procedure is up to the handler. So, if the handler wants to ask the helper to take one step back before disarming or heeling the dog away, you may do so. But please remember that the basic position next to the helper is required before proceeding with the side escort.
• 7) No specific requirements for the procedure to start the track (other than what is stated in the trial rules). I suggest you ask at the handler’s meeting (drawing) if you have specific questions. (also see Tracking Info)
Specifically for the this year’s Nationals,
the following rule will be apply for the Obedience part:

• The Retrieve on the Flat is to be shown in the same direction as the heeling and/or the send-out. Meaning, you are not to throw the dumbbell across the field in the direction of the dog in the long down. This will also be announced at the drawing/handler’s meeting of this year’s Nationals.

 

• **Note** To all Championship Helpers: LV Championship Helpers, for the year they are selected, are not allowed to work any dog(s), SchH I, II, or III, participating in the LV Championship from 12:00 midnight the Sunday prior to the week of the Championship until the Championship trial activities are completed. In addition, Championship Helpers are not to travel to the Championship city to work any dog(s) participating in the Championship the week prior to the Championship.

  This rule was adopted at the General Membership meeting on June 25, 1994 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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