Dog Ranch Inc Fall Into September

EVENT NOTES

• A NADD Registration Number is required to enter, purchase here for $35.00.
• Splashes include up to four minutes on the dock for one optional practice jump and two judged jumps. You must inform the judge prior to your jump if you want it to be considered a "practice jump".
• The jump order is set by the posted running order and will be posted 30 minutes before the splash. However, if our social gathering rule has not changed prior to the event, this event will be run differently and will be explained in an email beforehand. 
• Each distance jumping Splash allows 2 judged jumps, back to back. The longest jump of them will be your Qualifying Score.
• You can earn a Diving Dog Title at this event. You must have five Qualifying Scores within a Division. NADD titles are recognized by the AKC and CKC through their recognition programs. View their applications here (AKC) and here (CKC).
• Please read the official NADD Rules before you attend the Trial.

General Information

This is our fourth year doing NADD events and very much looking forward to another season of fun! Despite COVID-19, we will be taking extra precautions to make sure this is a safe event for all.

Registration Details

• Onsite, you will be required to sign a waiver for Dog Ranch Inc, the NADD waiver and a COVID-19 waiver. 
• Pre-registration (online) price per splash for this event is $25.00 CAD per dog. Payment is due upon check-in.
• Splashes can be purchased on-site the day of the event for $30.00 CAD per dog.
• Payment is required at check-in (EMT/cash preferred). Refunds will not be issued if you fail to show up for your turn.
• "Day of Show" entries may be available until limits are reached: 45 dogs per Splash (Distance Jump), 20 dogs per Splash (Hydro Dash), unless otherwise specified.
• If all participants are present for the subsequent and next splash, we may begin earlier than the stated time. 

Stuff you need to know about Dog Ranch Inc.

• No dogs are allowed in our training buildings, inside or outside, nor are you welcome to run your dog off-leash in the front acreage.
• Unless crated, dogs must be leashed at all times except when on the dock. No off leash exercise anywhere on the property! 
• Leashes cannot exceed six feet in length, a four foot leash is preferred, especially if the event is full.  Retractable leashes are absolutely prohibited.  Prong collars are allowed but must be removed before entering the dock. 
• You must pick up after your dogs. There is now one waste can at the front of the property upon exit, otherwise you can take it with you.
• Of note, chewing gum should not be thrown on the ground, please use the garbage cans to dispose of. 
• Smoking is prohibited near the pool area. All butts must be disposed of in a safe manner. 
• Keep ample space from all other dogs. Not everyone is friendly. IF your dog lunges or causes any reactive incident you will be asked to leave.

• Special precautions are in place to prevent the spread of COVID or any other contagious illness. You will be attending at your own risk and agree to abide by any site regulations set forth for sanitation at this event. ALL PEOPLE in attendance will be required to sign our 2020 liability waiver upon arrival. 
• Spectators from the general public are not permitted at this event to limit numbers. 
• Social distancing measures will be in place. 
• You will be required to stay 6 feet or more away from anyone who is not a household member. This will be strictly enforced and violators will be excused from the trial without a refund. 
• Hand sanitizer will be provided upon entry and exit of dock. Use it as directed. We encourage you to have your own.
• We reserve the right to provide additional rules and updates in order to comply with all government regulations and to keep everyone safe. Please understand the spirit of these rules is for YOUR benefit and are what allow us to host a trial in these trying times. We cannot have these events without full cooperation of all in attendance. 
  
  

COVID-19 Risk Reduction Plan:

• All Registrations for events, must be done in advance via online sign up.
• All payments are to be done electronically in advance. 
• Waivers submitted electronically prior to arrival.
• Everyone in attendance will be accounted for with waiver on file.
• Check-in electronically in advance.
• Ribbons will be labelled by an administrator and picked up on your exit of the pool.
• Note that official scores will not be logged into the system until the end of each day to reduce administration activities on site.
• Shade tenting can be set up along the pool field fenceline. Tents may only be shared by members of the same household. Set up in designated areas that will be spaced at least 6 feet apart. Competitors may also choose to crate out of their vehicle and should be prepared to provide shade as parking is in full sun.
• Physical distancing of at least 6 feet/2M between non-household members must be maintained at all times.
• Teams waiting in line to jump will have space-measured, designated wait areas to ensure that distancing is met (shade tent or hula hoop placed to show specific waiting area).
• Sanitizing stations are set up at the entrance and exit to the dock, at the entrance and exit to the portable toilet.
• Hand washing/sanitizing stations are located next to each porta potty.
• Competitors/students are encouraged to bring their own sanitizer for extra use.
• Common touch points on the dock, gates, and porta potty will be sanitized after each splash/class.
• Spectators are not permitted. Only competing handlers and immediate family members may be on site during an event. 

SCHEDULE 

Friday, September 10, 2021

• 10:00 am: Splash #1 (Distance Jump) 
• 12:00 pm: Splash #2 (Distance Jump)
• 2:00 pm: Splash #3 (Distance Jump)
• 4:00 pm: Splash #4 (Distance Jump)

Saturday, September 11, 2021

• 11:00 am: Splash #5 (Distance Jump) 
• 1:00 pm: Splash #6 (Distance Jump)
• 3:00 pm: Splash #7 (Distance Jump)
• 5:00 pm: Splash #8 (Hydrodash)

Sunday, September 12, 2021

• 11:00 am: Splash #9 (Hydrodash)
• 1:00 pm: Splash #10 (Distance Jump)
• 3:00 pm: Splash #11 (Distance Jump)
• 5:00 pm: Splash # 12 (Distance Jump)

OTHER NOTES

• This event is held on private property - Gates open at 9:00 am  and close at 9:00 pm. 

Awards:

• Ribbons for each qualifying jump. Rosettes for titles earned.

Facility Rules:

• Poop Pick up is a must and dogs must not use pool or agility areas to eliminate. Anything man-made may not be used for peeing (including the dock supports!)
• No Dog to Dog contact is permitted for safety reasons. Dogs must stay on leash except on the dock. Please drive slowly while entering the property. A $20 fine will be given for driving more than 15km up the driveway.