Houston Obedience Training Dog Club, Inc. Sandra Walroth, Trial Secretary 11810 Hammond Dr. Apt 405 Houston, TX 77065

FIRST CLASS MAIL DATED MATERIAL

Entries CloseWednesday,6: Houston Obedience TrainingDogClub,Inc. Open to all AKC-RecognizedOpen toall Breeds a 2400 CampbellRd, Unit “H”,Houston,Tx.77080 After which time entries cannot be accepted, cancelled, altered or substituted except as provided for inChapter 11, 2 AKCAll-BreedObedienceTrials Classes offered: Beginner Novice A & B Trial Hours: 6:30 a.m. until a.m. Hours: 6:30 Trial All Classeswill beheldINDOORS, UNBENCHED (one ring--a morning trial,fo * PREMIUMLIST Saturday October 15,2011 Licensed by the American KennelClub by the Licensed

for theholding ofthese eventsunder AKCRulesandRegulations. Permission hasbeengranted by Obedience Event #’s 2011064617 & 2011064618 &2011064618 2011064617 #’s Event Obedience

30 min. after judging ends 00 pm,September28,2011 nd AllAmericanDogs (Mixed Breeds) Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. llowed byan James P. Crowley, Secretary Secretary Crowley, James P. CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION , Novice A & BonlyNovice A& afternoon trial)

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HOUSTON OBEDIENCE DOG TRAINING CLUB, INC.

- Non-profit organization for over 40 years - www.hotdogclub.org – 713-694-7446 2400 Campbell Rd., # H, Houston, Tx. 77080

OFFICERS

President Kim Hess Vice President Sally Duncan Treasurer Jo Ella Dixon Director Sandy Walroth Secretary Karen Cooper 627 Rolling Mill Dr. Sugarland, Tx 77498

OBEDIENCE TRIAL COMMITTEE Trial Chair: Kathleen Milford 20918 Hamlet Ridge Ln. Katy, Tx 77449 281-796-6189 [email protected]

Trial Secretary: Sandy Walroth 11810 Hammond Dr. Apt. 405 Houston, Tx 77065 832-744-0270 [email protected]

Chief Ring Steward: Nancy Ward HOT Dog Club Equipment: Kim Hess 2400 Campbell Rd., Unit H Catalog: Cynthia Krohn Grounds: Sandy Magie Houston, TX 77080

Judge’s Hospitality: Donna Fox Ring Setup & Building Prep: George Anna Bobo & Kim Keleman Trial Hospitality: Phyllis Patten & Kathleen Costello www.hotdogclub.org Premium List: Kristi Carpenter Trophy Chair: JoElla Dixon www.facebook.com/hot.dog.club

and the Officers and Directors of the HOT Dog Club, Inc.

1 ROUTES TO THE SHOW SITE JUDGE

** Please note ** Even though the facility has a Campbell Rd address, the building Mr. Joseph R. Harper #6232 is closer to Blalock. Please follow directions below. 9507 Steep Bank Passage Missouri City, TX 77459 From I-10, go North on Blalock, cross Westview, Long Point, Hammerly, & Emnora. Take first “U-turn” heading back toward Emnora, turn right into parking JUDGING ASSIGNMENTS lot before Emnora light. First building on right. Distance is approximately 2 ½ miles from I-10. Facility is about 2 ½ miles east of W. Sam Houston Parkway N. Obedience Classes – morning trial Saturday October 15

Beginner Novice A Mr. Joseph R. Harper From Hwy 290, go South on Fairbanks N. Houston. This street turns into Blalock. Beginner Novice B Mr. Joseph R. Harper Novice A Mr. Joseph R. Harper after passing W. Tidwell & Hempstead Hwy. Cross Clay & Kempwood. Turn right Novice B Mr. Joseph R. Harper into parking lot right before Emnora. First building on right. Distance is approximately 3+ miles from Hwy 290. Facility is about 2 ½ miles east of W. Sam Obedience Classes – afternoon trial Saturday October 15

Houston Parkway N. Beginner Novice A Mr. Joseph R. Harper Beginner Novice B Mr. Joseph R. Harper Novice A Mr. Joseph R. Harper TRAVEL & LODGING INFORMATION Novice B Mr. Joseph R. Harper

Motels near the site that will accept well-behaved dogs! MOVE-UPs (Please confirm pet policy when making reservations. Pet policies are subject to change). In accordance with the Obedience Regulations, move-ups between Optional Titling and Regular Classes are NOT allowed. A dog which has been entered in an “A” class for which PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR DOGS! it is not eligible to be entered in due to class restrictions on the dog or handler may be moved to the “B” class at the same level under the following conditions:

Red Roof Inn 12929 NW Frwy (Hwy 290) 713-939-0800 • The request for the move must be in writing and presented to the superintendent or trial secretary at least 30 minutes prior to the start of each trial. Extended Stay 5454 Hollister @ Hwy 290 713-895-0965 • The request must state the reason and justification for the move from an “A” class to the “B” class within the level. La Quinta Inn/Park 10 15225 Katy Frwy 281-646-9200 Please refer to the Obedience Regulations, Chapter 1, Section 16 for a complete description of the procedure.

RV Parking is NOT available at show site. RV Parking Near Houston A VERSUS B??? Chapter 3, Section 1. Novice Obedience. The Novice A class shall be for dogs that have Trader’s Village 7979 N. Eldridge Rd, Houston, Tx 77041 281-890-5500 NOT won the CD title. A handler must own the dog entered or be a member of the owner’s household or immediate family and may not have previously handled any dog that has earned Houston Center KOA 1620 Peachleaf, Houston, TX 77039 281-442-3700 an AKC Novice, Open, or Utility title.

Chapter 6, Section 1. Beginner Novice Class. The Beginner Novice class shall be for dogs that have not won the BN title. If eligible as defined in these regulations, dogs entered in No Food Vendor Beginner Novice A or Beginner Novice B may also be entered in any other obedience classes. Section 2. Beginner Novice A Class. To be eligible for Beginner Novice A, a No food vendor on site. There are fast food restaurants in the immediate area. handler must own the dog entered, or be a member of the owner’s household or immediate family, and may not have previously handled ANY dog that has earned ANY AKC ** Complimentary coffee, ice tea, donuts, snacks & dog treats ** Obedience title. Owners may enter more than one dog in this class.

Please refer to the Obedience Regulations for a complete description of eligibility.

9 2 AKC Rules, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines are available on the American Kennel Club Web site, www.akc.org OBEDIENCE PRIZES (both trials) AGREEMENT Prizes donated by Members of HOT I (we) agree that the club holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall deem sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prizes, ribbons, or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the AKC, the event-giving club, their RIBBON PRIZES members, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or event secretary and the owner and/or lessor of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event and any employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any AKC approved judge, judging at this event, harmless from any claim for loss or Highest Scoring Dog ...... Blue & Gold Rosette injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance thereto, and I (we) personally assume all st nd rd th responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless 1 - Blue Rosette, 2 – Red Ribbon, 3 – Yellow Ribbon, 4 – White Ribbon from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. A Dark Green Ribbon will be awarded for obtaining a Qualifying Score. Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting there from, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, however such, injuries, death or TROPHY PRIZES property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have donated by Members of HOT been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or any other persons. I (WE) AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION, CONTROVERSY OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE ENTRY, EXHIBITION OR ATTENDANCE AT THE EVENT BETWEEN THE AKC AND THE Sat – Highest Scoring Dog (Morning Trial) Paw Duffle Bag value $25 EVENT-GIVING CLUB (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN ITS PREMIUM LIST) AND MYSELF (OURSELVES) OR AS TO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE SETTLED BY ARBITRATION PURSUANT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION Sat – Highest Scoring Dog (Afternoon Trial) Travel Blanket value $25 ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TO ARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOWED AS SET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES.

PLACEMENT PRIZES INSTRUCTIONS 1st – 4th Prize - Dog Toy value $2 - $4 1. (Variety) if you are entering a dog of breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please designate the particular variety you are entering, i.e., Cocker Spaniel (solid color black, ASCOB, parti-color), Beagles (not exceeding 13 in., over 13 in. but not exceeding 15 in.), Dachshunds (longhaired, smooth, wirehaired), Collies (rough, smooth), Bull Terriers (colored, white), Manchester Terriers (standard, toy), Chihuahuas (smooth coat, long coat), English Toy Spaniels (King Charles and Ruby, Blenheim and Prince Charles), *** One Complimentary Catalog to each exhibitor *** Poodles (toy, miniature, standard). 2. The following categories of dogs may be entered and shown in Best of Breed competition: Dogs that are Champions of Record and dogs which, according to their owners’ records, have completed the requirements ¾ All Obedience Awards will be offered as specified in Chapter 1, for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed. The showing of unconfirmed Champions in Sections 21 & 22 of the Obedience Regulations. Best of Breed competition is limited to a period of 90 days from the date of the show where the dog completed the requirements for a championship. ¾ Dog refers to either sex. 3. (Event Class) Consult the classification in this premium list. If the event class in which you are entering your dog is divided, then, in addition to designating the class, specify the particular division of the class in which ¾ All class prizes will be awarded in the ring when judging of that class you are entering your dog, ie, age division, color division, weight division. 4. A dog must be entered in the name of the person who actually owned it at the time entries for an event is over. Special prizes will be awarded at the end of regular classes. closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new None will be mailed. owner in any event for which entries closed after the date of acquirement, regardless of whether the new owner has received the registration certificate indicating that the dog is recorded in his name. State on entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to the AKC. (For complete rules, refer to Chapter 11, ¾ Qualifying scores required for all prizes Section 3.)

¾ Club reserves right to substitute prizes of equal value JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP: If this entry is for Junior Showmanship please give the following information:

AKC JR HANDLER # JR’s DATE OF BIRTH SHOW VETERINARIAN (ON CALL) The above number MUST be included. Should you not have your Junior Handler number, this may be obtained from Animal Emergency Clinic the American Kennel Club. Phone: (919) 816-3776. By signing the entry form I (we) certify that the Junior 8921 Katy Freeway Showman does not now, and will not at any time, act as an agent/ handler for pay while continuing to compete in Junior Showmanship. 713-932-9589 ADDRESS Directions from show site: Turn right (south) on Blalock Rd, go 2.2 miles, turn Left on Katy CITY STATE ZIP Fwy. Go .1 mile, take left ramp onto I-10 East. Go .2 miles. Take exit #760 onto Katy Frwy toward Voss Rd/Bingle Rd. Go .5 miles. Vet on right. If Jr. Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of the form, what is the relationship of the Jr. Handler to the owner?

3 OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM EVENTS #2011064617 & 2011064618 ENTRY INFORMATION Houston Obedience Training Dog Club, Inc. Obedience Trials HOT Training Facility, 2400 Campbell Rd. #H, Houston, TX 77080 Obedience classes offered: Beginner Novice A & B; Novice A & B Saturday, October 15, 2011 _____ morning trial _____ afternoon trial Entries Close Wednesday, 6:00 pm, September 28th, 2011 after which time entries cannot

Mail entries payable to HOT Dog Club to: Sandy Walroth be accepted, cancelled, altered or substituted except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 11810 Hammond Dr. Apt 405, Houston, Tx 77065 of the Dog Show Rules.

I ENCLOSE $...... for entry fees. Paypal available. Entries Close Wed., Sept. 28 at 6:00 pm ENTRY FEES (for each dog in each trial) IMPORTANT -- Read Carefully Instructions on Reverse Side Before Filling Out. Numbers in the boxes indicate sections of the Instructions relevant to the information needed in that box (PLEASE PRINT)

BREED VARIETY [1] SEX Obedience Classes First Regular class entry of each dog in each trial $25.00 (Includes 50 cent AKC Recording Fee and $3.00 AKC Service Fee) DOG [2] [3] CLASS Division SHOW Class Weight color etc. Each additional entry same dog same trial $18.00 (Includes $3.00 AKC Service Fee) ADDITIONAL CLASSES OBEDIENCE CLASS RALLY CLASS JR. SHOWMANSHIP (Jump Height) (Jump Height) CLASS The morning and afternoon shows are considered separate trials. Separate entry, recording and service fees shall be required for entry into each trial. NAME OF (See Back) JR. HANDLER JUNIOR HANDLER (if any) NUMBER

...... FULL Name OF DOG Make all checks and money orders payable to: H.O.T. Dog Club

Enter number here DATE OF Mail entries with fees to: Sandra Walroth, Trial Secretary † A.K.C. REG NO BIRTH 11810 Hammond Dr. Apt 405 † PAL/ILP NO PLACE OF † USA † Canada † Foreign Houston, Tx 77065 † FOREIGN REG NO & COUNTRY BIRTH BREEDER: Notice: Do NOT put “signature required on delivery instructions”

SIRE: ......

DAM: PAYPAL is available for paying entry fees. Please include a $2.00 fee per dog

ACTUAL OWNER(s) [4] (Please Print) To submit your entries through PayPal: OWNER’S ADDRESS • FAX your entry information to HOT Dog Club at 281-978-2242.

CITY STATE ZIP The fax must contain BOTH SIDES of the SIGNED entry form.

NAME OF OWNER’S AGENT • Pay using PayPal. (IF ANY) AT THE SHOW

I CERTIFY that I am the actual owner of the dog, or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owner whose name I have If you already have an account with PayPal: entered above. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I (we) agree to abide by the rules and regulations of The American Kennel Club in effect at the time of this event, and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium • go to www.paypal.com and sign in list for this event, and further agree to be bound by the “Agreement” printed on the reverse side of this entry form. I (we) certify and represent that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. This entry is submitted for acceptance on the • “Send Money,” Recipient is [email protected]. foregoing representation and Agreement. I (we) agree to conduct myself (ourselves) in accordance with all such Rules and Regulations (including all provisions applying to discipline) and to abide by any decisions made in accord with them. • Subject is “Obedience Trial Entry”

SIGNATURE of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry If you do not have a PayPal account, click on “Sign Up” and follow the directions. There are no sign-up fees. TELEPHONE #

E-MAIL Address (An acknowledgement or receipt of entry may be sent to this e-mail address)

4 NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS (continued)

♦ *Rabies Alert* The State of Texas is under a state-wide rabies quarantine. Proof of ♦ Entry fees will not be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reason of current vaccination may be required. riots, civil disturbances, fire, an act of God, public emergency, act of a public enemy, or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee ♦ **There is limited crating space**. The Club realizes that large crates, 300’s, 400’s or larger are extremely heavy and difficult to transport. However, it is important that ♦ All dogs present must be on leash or confined to crates when not being judged. anyone who can STACK CRATES do so. No X-pens or lounge chairs. *Please keep walking aisles open.* ♦ 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 unnecessary ♦ Facility will be available to exhibitors for setting up crates on Friday evening from 7:00 disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion pm – 8:30 pm. There are chairs at the building but you may bring your own “small” of the Trial Committee, be asked to leave the site. In such case, no refund of any entry chair. fees will be made.

♦ There is limited parking space. ♦ Members and Officers, except the Trial Secretary of the HOT Dog Club may enter dogs at these trials. ♦ Exhibitors must pick up after their dogs anywhere on the show site which includes area outside the fence or by the ditches. ♦ The HOT Dog Club assumes no responsibility for any loss, damage or injury sustained by exhibitors or handlers or to any of their dogs or property and further assumes no ♦ The AKC has charged Trial giving clubs the responsibility to enforce the Rules and responsibility for injury to children. Regulations forbidding drilling and/or unacceptable training on the trial grounds. No spiked or other special training collars. Drilling, Intensive or Abusive Training will not ♦ Exhibitors are responsible for being at the ring gate when it is their turn to run. The be allowed. Judge need not wait for any dog holding up a class; nor will neither HOT Dog Club nor the Trial Secretary be obligated to furnish any service to notify exhibitors/agents of class ♦ Entries not on official AKC entry form and/or entry forms without Agreement and Rules judging. attached are not acceptable. Entries will not be accepted without signature, fees and back of entry form. Entries may be faxed and entries paid via PayPal. (see entry fees). ♦ Dogs need to be at the Trial only at the scheduled time of judging in the class in which they are entered and may leave immediately thereafter unless needed for further judging. ♦ The safety of the dogs and exhibitors is our primary concern. By entering this Trial, All dogs on the trial grounds must be six (6) months old on the day of the trial. exhibitors acknowledge that they are familiar with the rules and regulations of this sport, and that they and their dogs are familiar with and able to perform all obstacles safely. ♦ Crates may be left in the area designated for crating for the duration of the Trial, but exhibitors do so at their own risk. No unattended dogs will be allowed to remain ♦ Exhibitors are responsible for complete, accurate, and legible information on their entry overnight. Security will NOT be provided. HOT Dog Club assumes no responsibility forms; illegible or incomplete entries will not be accepted. for anything lost or stolen.

♦ Exhibitors are responsible for submitting correct fees. No refunds given under $10 for ♦ Dogs and equipment must be removed immediately following competition and the wrong addition. Returned checks do not constitute a valid entry. A $25 service fee will awarding of prizes for the last class on Saturday afternoon. be added for all returned checks. All entries must be paid in full prior to showing. ♦ Exhibitors should follow their veterinarians’ recommendation to assure their dogs are ♦ Bitches in season or Sick Dogs are NOT permitted on the show grounds. The HOT Dog free of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate Club will refund all but $3 per entry per show plus a $10 per day administrative fee of vaccinations. the entry fee for bitches that come into season after the closing date or dogs that are too ill to show after the closing date. The Trial Secretary must receive written certification *** Please Note: last minute cancellations due to severe weather conditions or other from a veterinarian no later than 30 minutes before the start of the first class of the show unforeseen events will be posted on our online calendar and/or our Facebook page. When in order to receive a refund. Emergency situations will be addressed on a case-by-case conditions are "ifffy" please check these links. We will do our best to give you plenty of basis by the trial committee. notice. ***

♦ Entry fees will not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused, or barred from competition by action of the Trial Committee.

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