Location
- This is an Outdoor Event
Registration
- Online registration closes 08/11/2024 at midnight (CDT).
- Price per splash for this event is $0.00 (USD) per dog. Payment is due upon check-in.
- Payment is required at check-in for all pre-registered splashes. Refunds will not be issued if you fail to show up for your turn.
Event Contact Info
Contact Email Address: ops@northamericadivingdogs.com
Event Notes
- A NADD Registration Number is required to enter, purchase here for $35.00.
- Splashes include up to three 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".
- This event is being run by a NADD mobile dock. Info on parking and other event site info can be found on the event description or on our social media page.
- The jump order is set by a posted running order. Each splash closes 30 minutes prior to start time. Failure to be present at the beginning of the splash can result if the forfeiture of jumping in that splash.
- 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.
Schedule
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12:00 am: Splash #101 (Air Retrieve) - Open Dogs
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09:00 am: Splash #1 (Distance Jump) - Premier Dogs - Season Average 28+ ft
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09:00 am: Splash #2 (Distance Jump) - Elite Dogs - Season Average between 24'-27'11"
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09:00 am: Splash #3 (Distance Jump) - Lap Dogs - Season Average 13+ ft
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09:00 am: Splash #102 (Air Retrieve) - Lap Dogs
Other Notes
We are thrilled to announce our upcoming collaboration with AKC.TV for a special event showcasing the sport of Diving Dogs! Scheduled for Thursday, September 19th, this event will be held outdoors at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, CO. We anticipate favorable weather conditions with an average high in the mid 80's and water temperatures around the low 80's.
This event will be held the day before the 2024 Arapahoe Kennel Club (2025 Season) event which is one of the very first Regional qualifiers for the 2025 season. Stick around for the weekend and join us for this qualifier.
Event Details:
- Location: Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, Aurora, CO
- Date: Thursday, September 19th
- Produced for Television: AKC.TV for ESPN
Event Highlights:
- Featuring versatile dogs competing in BOTH Distance and Air Retrieve.
- Competition division will be based on your dog's 2024 Distance Season Average.
- Open to dogs with AKC registration numbers, including PAL & Canine Partner Numbers.
Requirements for Registration:
- Random drawing for spots available from pre-registration will take place on 8/12
- Dogs must compete in BOTH Distance and Air Retrieve to enter.
- Minimum Distance Season Average requirements:
- Premier Division: 28ft or above
- Elite Division: 24ft - 27'11"
- Lap Division: 13ft and above
- Minimum requirement for Air Retrieve: 5 splashes in the 2024 season.
- You may enter as many dogs as meet the requirements, but only 1 dog per household will be chosen to compete. Once a dog is chosen, any other dogs entered from that household will be ineligible. (NADD may make an exception IF we do not have enough dogs to fill the available spots)
Participant Selection:
- Pre-Registration will open on July 29th at 1pm CST and close August 11th at 11:59pm CST
- Participants will be chosen by random draw on August 12th.
- 10 Premier, 10 Elite, and 10 Lap dogs will be selected, with 3 alternates in each division.
Additional Details:
- No registration cost for competitors.
- Jumps will not count toward qualifying legs or titles during this special event.
- Invitees will be notified via email and on the NADD Fan Page on Facebook.
Special Notes:
- This event will operate under non-standard rules; detailed event rules will be provided to invitees prior to the event.
- Prize money and ribbons will be giving to top competitors in each division.
- AKC TV and NADD reserve the right to revise rules as necessary for filming and production.
We look forward to celebrating the athleticism and spirit of diving dogs with you at this special event. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to showcase your dog’s skills on a national stage!