The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc

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#2021158002 (Obed) #2021158010(Rally) #2021158011(Sweepstakes) #2021158004 (4-6 mos) #2021158005(Specialty)

ENTRIES CLOSE: 12:00 NOON, WEDNESDAY, MAY 19, 2021 AT SHOW SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE After Which Time Entries Cannot Be Accepted, Altered, Substituted, or Cancelled EXCEPT as Provided in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules.

PREMIUM LIST The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. (Member of the American Kennel Club) Presents Its 48th Annual Independent National Specialty Show, Obedience, Rally & Agility Trials (Unbenched) (Specialty Outdoors, Obedience & Rally Indoors) SHOW HOURS - 7:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. Each Day

Clarion Inn Frederick 5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick, MD 21703 Monday through Saturday June 14 - June 19, 2021

This National is held in memory of long-time members Claire Andrews, Kimberlin and Connie Vanacore, Ballycroy

Two Agility Trials - MONDAY, JUNE 14th- Event #2021158017, Event #2021158018 Obedience Trial - TUESDAY, JUNE 15th - Event #2021158001 Rally Trial - TUESDAY, JUNE 15th - Event #2021158019 Puppy, Mature & Veteran Sweepstakes - WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16th - Event #2021158002 Beginner Puppy 4-6 Months - THURSDAY, JUNE 17th- Event #2021158015 Conformation w/Jr. Showmanship - THURSDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 16-19th - Event #2021158003

1 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS PLEASE NOTE: This schedule is subject to change(s) as events formalize and entries close

MONDAY, • Two Agility Trials June 14, 2021

TUESDAY, • Obedience & Rally June 15, 2021

WEDNESDAY, • Sweepstakes Puppy & Mature June 16, 2021 • Health Clinic • Parade of Titleholders • Veteran Sweepstakes

THURSDAY, • National Specialty June 17, 2021 - Regular & Non-Regular Dog Classes & Stud Dog - 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy Competition • Junior Clinic • Top 20 Competition & Annual Awards

FRIDAY, • National Specialty June 18, 2021 - Regular & Non-Regular Bitch Classes & Brood Bitch • ISCA Hospitality • ISCA Annual Meeting - Ringside • President's Roundtable - Ringside • Evening Event - Crab Fest

SATURDAY, • National Specialty June 19, 2021 - Junior Showmanship - Pee Wee Class - Best of Breed, Best Puppy, Brace & Team Competition

The use of alcoholic beverages during the running of any ISCA event is not condoned by ISCA and is strictly prohibited. ISCA endorses and supports the AKC's Current policy on the misuse of service dogs.

This club does not agree to arbitrate claims as set forth on the American Kennel Club entry form for this event.

AGILITY TRIALS HELD AT PERILAND AGILITY 511 Jefferson Pike, Knoxville, MD 21758 (Indoors)

OBEDIENCE, RALLY & VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES HELD AT HOST HOTEL- Clarion Inn Frederick (Indoors) CONFORMATION, JR. SHOWMANSHIP & SWEEPSTAKES HELD AT HOST HOTEL- Clarion Inn Frederick (Outdoors)

2 Officers of the IRISH SETTER CLUB OF AMERICA President ...... Debra Davis 1st Vice-President ...... Bruce Foote 2nd Vice-President ...... Mary Goeke Treasurer...... Jeanine Wilson Recording Secretary ...... Christine Boutwell Perry, MD Corresponding Secretary ...... Dawn Secord P. O. Box 700, Westminster, TX 75485 (909) 544-1661

Delegate to the American Kennel Club Karolynne McAteer

DIRECTORS

Region 1 Region 2 Region 3 Region 4 Richard Krasley Linda Kalmar Debra Hamilton Anita Gage Mary Lamphier Kelli Aitken Susan Schafer Pat McGarry Melissa Suter Heidi Laabs Carolyn Dison Pam Elsner

SHOW COMMITTEE Show Chair: Debra Hamilton 8 Brookside Place Pleasantville, NY 10570 - [email protected] -914-552-5021 Asst Show Chair: Susan Sullivan- [email protected] Chief Ring Steward: Maureen Day- [email protected] Obedience/Rally Chair: Theresa Zuzworsky 19224 Liberty Mill Rd, Germantown, MD 20874 - [email protected] Agility Chair: Darcy Petrof 12840 Spencer St Chardon, OH 44024 - [email protected] and the Officers and Board Members of the Irish Setter Club of America

Committee Chairs Treasurer...... Jan Towell Veteran Sweeps Chair ...... Karolynne McAteer Vendor Chair ...... Dawn Secord Annual Awards ...... Debbie Davis Trophy Chair ...... Karolynne McAteer Awards Dinner ...... Gloria Askins RV/Parking ...... Mary Goeke Top 20 Chair ...... Sam McDonald & Grounds ...... Mary Lamphier ...... Foundation Committee Advertising ...... Debra Lawrence Parade of Titleholders ...... Sandy Jones Catalog Sales ...... Debra Lawrence ISCA Raffle ...... Debra Hamilton Registration Table ...... Jan Matthews Friday Event ...... Gloria Askins Health Blood Draw ...... Anne Marie Kubacz Rescue Parade & Booth ...... Deanna Cuchiaro Juniors Seminar ...... Susan Schafer Welcome Bags ...... Jan Matthews Judges Education ...... Sam McDonald RSVP ...... Jeanine Wilson Event Hospitality Chair ...... Gloria Askins Soft Goods ...... Debbie Davis Judges Hospitality ...... Debbie Davis Logo Design ...... Dawn Secord

THE PRESIDENT, SHOW CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THEIR HOUSEHOLDS WILL NOT EXHIBIT AT THIS SHOW

Official Photographer Video Taping Service Veterinarian on Call JC Photography Ken Davis (Available 24 Hours) P. O. Box 7309 635 S M 75 CARE Veterinary Center North Arlington, NJ 07031-7309 Boyne City, MI 49712 1080 W Patrick St 201-772-5041 248-302-0792 Frederick, MD 21703 [email protected] 301-368-6304

EMERGENCY SERVICES - Fire/Ambulance/Police Emergency: 911 Urbana Fire & Rescue Service: 3602 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD (301) 831-1155 Frederick Police: 100 W Patrick Street. Frederick, MD 21701 (301) 600-2101

THE JANE GAVIN HEALTH CLINIC WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON 6/16.

Please take advantage of this important annual health check that serves to preserve and protect our breed. DUE TO COVID policies, ONLY PRE-REGISTRATION will be offered. We will not take day of sign-ups.

3 JUDGES Pam Johnson ...... 11674 Ridgely Rd Ridgely, MD 21660 MONDAY - Two Agility Trials Karen Wrey ...... 22 Honeysuckle Ct Stormville, NY 12582 TUESDAY - Obedience: Regular, Preferred and Optional Titling Classes *TO BE ASSIGNED - Non-Regular Obedience Classes Elizabeth Chase ...... 126 Wilson Rd Belchertown, MA 01007 TUESDAY - Rally: All Rally Classes (*provisional for Intermediate, Advanced, Excellent, Master) *TO BE ASSIGNED - Non-Regular Obedience Classes Tracy McNeal ...... 4106 Mica Ct Glen Allen, VA 23060 WEDNESDAY: Puppy Sweepstakes Jacqueline Drummond ...... 10565 N 900 W Carthage, IN 46115 WEDNESDAY: Mature & Veteran Sweepstakes *William Alexander ...... 320 Alma St Unit 1 Rockwood, Ontario N0B2K0`. THURSDAY: Regular and Non-Regular Dog Classes SATURDAY: Best of Breed Competition, Brace, and Best Puppy Robert Robinson ...... 1826 Palmcroft Way NE Phoenix, AZ 85007 THURSDAY: 4-6 Puppy FRIDAY: Regular and Non-Regular Bitch Classes SATURDAY: Pee Wee Handling, Junior Showmanship

*indicates provisional assignment

Entry Fees (Includes all AKC fees) When a dog is entered in more than one class, the highest priced class shall be considered the first entry. TO QUALIFY FOR DISCOUNTED PRICES, ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE SAME TIME. First Entry of a Dog - Conformation ...... $35.00 Each Additional Entry of the Same Dog ...... $25.00 4-6 Month Beginner Puppy ...... $15.00 Puppy Classes (6-9 mos & 9-12 mos ONLY) ...... $25.00 Puppy & Mature Sweepstakes (MUST be entered in another class)...... $20.00 Veteran Sweepstakes(DOES NOT have to be entered in another class) ...... $20.00 Veteran, Stud Dog or Brood Bitch only ...... $35.00 Brace Class - Conformation (per DOG if entered in another class) ...... $12.50 Brace Class - (per DOG if NOT entered in another class)...... $17.50 Team Class - Conformation (per DOG if entered in another class) ...... $6.25 Team Class - (per DOG if NOT entered in another class) ...... $8.75 Junior Showmanship Only ...... $22.00 Junior Showmanship as an Additional Class ...... No Charge

*If the Dog IS NOT entered in Conformation or Sweeps - then first Obedience fee is ...... $35.00 *If the Dog IS entered in Conformation or Sweeps - then first Obedience fee is ...... $25.00 Each Additional Entry of the same dog ...... $25.00 Brace Class - Obedience (per DOG if entered in another class) ...... $12.50 Brace Class - (per DOG if NOT entered in another class)...... $17.50 Team Class - Obedience (per DOG entered in another class) ...... $6.25 Team Class - (per DOG if NOT entered in another class) ...... $8.75 *This applies to Obedience Only. Does not Apply to Rally or Agility First Entry of a Dog in Rally ...... $35.00 Each Additional Entry of the same dog in Rally ...... $25.00

ISCA Versatility (see page 19- do not mail to Rau) ...... $6.00 per test Parade of Titleholders (see page 16- do not mail to Rau) ...... $16.00 Biathlon ...... Free

MAIL ENTRIES WITH FEES to Rau Dog Shows

** Juniors who show in the Companion Events may have their entry fees refunded - in FULL - after the National if the Junior Handler gets the judge's signature on the AKC Junior Handler's Form for each class entered. The judge must sign the form (link below) and you will mail a copy of the completed form to ISCA Treasurer, Jeanine Wilson, 150 McFarland Lane, Weatherford, TX 76088. Your refund will be processed once received. images.akc.org/pdf/CEJRH1.pdf

MOVE UPS WILL BE ALLOWED AT THIS SHOW AND ALL TRIALS, PER AKC REGULATIONS

4 DIRECTIONS TO CLARION INN FREDERICK

From the North Take 99 S/US-220, follow US-220 S to US-30 E. Take the US-30 E exit from US-22- S. Get on 1-70 E in Breezewood. Follow 1-70 E to MD-85 in 2, Frederick. Take exit 31A from 1-270 South. Continue on MD-85 to the hotel. From the South t-(Dulles International Airport) Take VA-267 in Hunter Mill from Aviation Dr. Continue on VA-267E. Take 1-270 N to MD-85 in2, Frederick. Take exit 31A from 1-270 N. Take Holiday Dr to the hotel. From East -(BWI Airport- Baltimore) - Follow Air Cargo Service Rd, Elm Rd and Friendship rdto 1-195 west. Take to I-70 W to S East St in 2, Frederick. Take exit 54 from 1-70 west. TakeMD-355 S and Holiday Dr to hotel. From West -Route I-70 East. Take exit 53 to merge onto I-270 S toward Washington. Take exit 31A for MD-85 N. Merge onto MD-85/Buckeystown Pike. Turn right onto Spectrum Dr. Turn right onto Holiday Dr. Turn right. Turn left. Turn right. Destination will be on the left.

IRISH SETTER CLUB OF AMERICA COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

1. Cooperation and following instructions and directions of all venue staff, event committee, club members, event officials, or any other persons of authority for the event is required. 2. DUE to COVID-19 BE AWARE. The Governor of Maryland mandates may change and will be enforced. All current state, city, county, and local guidelines must be followed by everyone in attendance at these events. COVID protocols could change at any time. 3. THIS EVENT IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. 4. A wrist band will be given to each person after a signed COVID waiver is submitted BEFORE ENTRANCE IS PERMITTED ONTO THE SHOW GROUNDS. The wrist band must be worn at all times during the National Event, both indoors and outdoors on show grounds. There will be NO ADMITTANCE to the show site property without a wrist band. NO EXCEPTIONS. 5. All directional signs for building entry and exit must be adhered to. 6. Face masks MUST be worn at all times when on show site property, both indoors and outdoors, per MD Covid protocols, NO EXCEPTIONS. 7. Social distancing will be enforced as is consistent with protocols in effect at the time of the event. 8. Sanitize hands as frequently as possible. 9. Avoid shaking hands, hugging or physical contact with people and avoid touching dogs that are not your responsibility. 10. Social distancing is required at all show rings. 11. Chairs allowed ringside-6 feet back and 6 feet apart. Area will be marked. 12. NO fans are allowed ringside. Fans will be allowed facing your set-up grooming area. 13. Crating allowed in Grooming area- 6 feet apart. Area will be marked. 14. No Chairs or Spectators will be allowed under show tent.

THESE PROTOCOLS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ACCORDING TO COVID MANDATES

Symptoms of COVID-19 may include: Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, etc.

Please go to ISCA 2021 website to download Waiver

5 AKC SANCTIONED 4-6 MONTHS PUPPY JUDGE: ROBERT ROBINSON

One combined class will be offered for breeds of dogs that are (4) four months & under (6) six months An AKC registration number or AKC litter number will be required for entries. A foreign born dog may enter this class if they are registered in the country of origin.

Dogs are required to be vaccinated (including rabies) in accordance with their veterinarian's protocol in order to avoid inadvertent transmission of illness by/to puppies not yet fully immunized.

Dogs that are owned or co-owned by a professional handler may compete in this class, but must be handled by a non-professional handler. Professional handlers are defined as any person who belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers' organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented themselves as handling dogs for pay within the last five years. Dogs may not be exhibited by current assistants or household members of a professional handler. A current assistant is defined as anyone employed by a professional handler on a full-time basis, or, assisting a professional handler at the show or any show during the cluster/weekend. Minors (under 18) with amateur status who reside with professional handlers and current assistants to professional handlers that are eligible to compete in Junior Showmanship (meet age and amateur status requirements) may personally exhibit dogs in the Four-to-Six Month (Beginner Puppy) Competition.

AKC Rules in Dealing with Misconduct will be applicable to any person and dog entered at this competition. All applicable rules found in Rules Applying to Dog Shows will govern the conduct of this competition unless these regulations state otherwise. Exhibitors should plan on opening the mouth of their puppy for the judges. Breed standard disqualifications such as color, height, weight or dentition shall not be a point of consideration in the judging process for this 4 & Under 6 Months Puppy in Show Competition.

PEE WEE JUNIOR HANDLER SPECIAL ATTRACTION PEE WEE JUDGE: ROBERT ROBINSON • Child must be between the ages of five and nine years • A dog must be at least four months of age to enter the Pee Wee Class • Bitches in season will not be allowed to participate. If pre-entered, a dog may be substituted that meets the eligibility requirements as specified by the Club. • All dogs entered must have the proper lead and collar. • A responsible adult must be present with the child both inside and outside the ring. The adult is to maintain control of the dog outside the ring. • In addition to an entry, a release must be signed by the child's parent or legal guardian. This release will be available on site and must be signed before going into the ring. • There will be no charge for this event. • The safety of both the dogs and Juniors inside and outside the ring is a primary concern. Outside of the ring, the dog is to be controlled by the adult accompanying the child. • An additional lead, provided by the Club, will be at the Judge's table. At the judge's discretion based upon the size of the child and the dog, for safety purposes the adult may be asked to attach a second lead to the dog so both child and adult will walk the dog together. All Pee Wee Participants, Rainbow and Gold Rosette.

DO NOT SEND TO RAU FILL OUT AND BRING TO RING - 15 MINUTES BEFORE TIME TO SHOW

NATIONAL OWNER-HANDLED SERIES The AKC National Owner-Handled Series is a non-titling competition for dogs that are exhibited by their owners that are not professional handlers. Exhibitors must declare their dog is Owner-Handled eligible at the time of entry on the entry form. Dogs entered in the Amateur-Owner-Handler class will automatically be marked as eligible to compete in the NOHS. Eligible dogs will be identified by an asterisk in the judge's book, steward's book & the catalog. Professional handlers,* household members and current assistants to professional handlers** may not exhibit. Dogs must be handled by an eligible owner/handler for the AKC NOHS throughout the breed level (all classes, Winners, and Best of Breed) competition. Owner-Handled Best of Breed will be selected from the dogs that are eligible to compete in the Best of Breed competition including Winners Dog, Winners Bitch and winners of the non-regular classes. • If the Best of Breed winner is Owner-Handled competition eligible, it will automatically be Owner-Handled Best of Breed. • If the Best of Breed winner is not eligible for Owner-Handled competition and the Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed is eligible, the Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed will compete against the eligible exhibits of the other sex to determine Owner-Handled Best of Breed. • If neither the Best of Breed nor the Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed are Owner-Handled competition eligible and Select Dog & Select Bitch are both eligible, the judge is to choose Best Owner-Handled exhibit from the Selects and eligible Winners Dog or Winners Bitch. • No class dogs other than the Winners Dog & Winners Bitch are eligible to return to the ring.

6 *Professional handlers are defined as any person who belongs or has belonged to a professional handlers' organization, distributed rate cards, or otherwise advertised or represented themselves as handling dogs for pay within the last five years **A current assistant is defined as anyone employed by a professional handler on a full-time basis, or assisting a professional handler at the show or any time during the cluster/weekend. Current assistants that are eligible to compete in Junior Showmanship (meet age & amateur status requirements) may participate in NOHS.

RIBBON PRIZES CONFORMATION, OBEDIENCE & RALLY REGULAR CLASSES OBEDIENCE PREFERRED & OPTIONAL TITLING CLASSES First Prize ...... Blue Rosette Second Prize...... Red Rosette Third Prize...... Yellow Rosette Fourth Prize...... White Rosette Winners ...... Purple Rosette Reserve Winners...... Purple & White Rosette Best of Winners...... Blue & White Rosette Best of Breed ...... Purple & Gold Rosette Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed...... Red & White Rosette Select Dog & Select Bitch...... Light Blue & White Rosette NOHS Best of Breed...... Maroon Rosette Best Puppy from the Regular Puppy Classes ...... Dark Green Rosette Highest Scoring Dog in the Regular Obedience Classes...... Blue & Gold Rosette Highest Combined Score in Obedience Open B & Utility...... Blue & Green Rosette Highest Combined Score in Rally Advanced B & Excellent B ...... Blue & Green Rosette Highest Combined Triple Q in Rally Advanced B, Excellent B & Master...... Blue & Red Rosette Qualifying Score in the Regular Obedience and Rally Classes ...... Dark Green Rosette

NON-REGULAR CLASSES - SWEEPSTAKES JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP - BEGINNER PUPPY 4-6 MOS. First Prize ...... Rose Rosette Second Prize...... Brown Rosette Third Prize...... Light Green Rosette Fourth Prize...... Gray Rosette Best of Breed Beginner Puppy 4-6 Months ...... Orange Rosette Best of Opposite Sex Beginner Puppy 4-6 Months ...... Lavender Rosette Best Junior Handler...... Rose & Green Rosette Reserve Best Jr Handler...... Rose & Gray Rosette Best in Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes...... Pink & Green Rosette Best of Opposite Sex in Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes ...... Lavender Rosette

CLASSIFICATION Regular Classes Puppy Dogs, 6 months & under 9 months Amateur-Owner-Handler Dogs Puppy Dogs, 9 months & under 12 months Bred-by-Exhibitor Dogs Dogs, 12 to 15 months American-Bred Dogs Dogs, 15 to 18 months Open Dogs Novice Dogs WINNERS DOG (Same classes for Bitches)

Non-Regular Classes Non-Regular (Additional) Classes Involving Single Dog Entries Veteran Classes - Class for dogs & class for bitches eight (8) years old or older. Neutered Dogs and Spayed Bitches are eligible to compete. Field Trial Classes - Class for dogs & class for bitches that have placed in a Regular Derby, Gundog, or an All Age Stake at a licensed AKC Field Trial. Exhibitor must Attach Verification to the entry form (trial name, date, class and placement). Puppy stakes do not count. Neutered Dogs and Spayed Bitches are eligible to compete. Versatility/Hunter Certificate Class - Class for dogs & class for bitches that have attained his/her Versatility Certificate, Versatility Advanced, Versatility Excellent, Junior Hunter, Senior Hunter, Master Hunter. Neutered Dogs and Spayed Bitches are eligible to compete. (Photo copy of Certificate must be attached to entry). BEST OF BREED COMPETITION Best Puppy Competition - For winners of the Puppy Dog and Puppy Bitch 6-9 months and 9-12 months classes unless defeated by another puppy for Winners or Best of Winners.

7 Non-Regular Classes Involving Multiple Dog Entries Note: Non-regular classes involving multiple entries may be judged before or after Best of Breed. As the judge's decision in these classes will be based on the merits of more than one dog, no one of the dogs making up the entry judged first in the class will be eligible to compete for Best of Breed or Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed by virtue of having won the class.

Stud Dog Class and Brood Bitch Class: Each entry is shown with not less than two nor more than four of their get. The merits of the Stud Dog or Brood Bitch are not considered in the placement of the entry. It is the quality of the get that forms the basis for the judge's decision. All get must be examined and gaited. The Stud Dog or Brood Bitch must also be examined to determine if there is a condition that would require disqualification or excusal under the Rules, AKC policy or the breed standard. All get must be entered in a regular class in order to be eligible to compete in the Stud Dog or Brood Bitch Class. Handlers of the Stud Dog or Brood Bitch, and all get being exhibited, must wear armbands. Ch. 11, Sec. 8 of the "Rules Applying to Dog Shows" provides that "a castrated male may be entered as a Stud Dog in the Stud Dog Class and a spayed bitch may be entered as a Brood Bitch in the Brood Bitch Class."

Brace Class: Two Dogs, performing in unison, and presented by a maximum of two handlers. Both dogs competing in the brace class must have at least one common owner. Dogs do not need to be entered in any other class. Dogs comprising a Brace Class must be named at the time of entry, and full particulars must be given for each dog on individual entry forms. If a dog which is to be part of a Brace is not entered in another class, it must be entered for "Brace Class only." An entry form for a dog entered in another class and entered as part of a Brace must be marked accordingly in the space provided for additional classes as "Brace Class."

Team Class: Four Dogs, performing in unison, and presented by a maximum of four handlers. Dogs competing in the team class must have at least one common owner. Dogs do not need to be entered in any other class. Dogs comprising a Team Class must be named at the time of entry, and full particulars must be given for each dog on individual entry forms. If a dog which is to be part of a Team is not entered in another class, it must be entered for "Team Class only." An entry form for a dog entered in another class and entered as part of a Team must be marked accordingly in the space provided for additional classes as "Team Class."

MAILED ENTRIES FOR BRACE AND TEAM MUST CONTAIN A LIST OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS WITH THEIR REGISTRATION NUMBERS. If entering online, you MUST send an email to [email protected] with a list of all brace/team members with their registration numbers, or entry may be refused.

PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS All Irish Setters who have earned a title, both American and foreign, are eligible for the Parade, for which a fee of $16.00 will be charged. Entry form must state "PARADE OF TITLE HOLDERS". Entries must be mailed to Sandy Jones as directed on entry form. Rosettes with dog's name inscribed will be offered to all participants in the Parade. Rosettes must be claimed the day of the show. Rosettes will not be mailed. See entry form on page 16.

SWEEPSTAKES JUDGE: TRACY MCNEAL

The Sweepstakes is open to all Irish Setters who, on the opening day of the show, will be six months and under eighteen months of age. Entry fee is $20.00 to be paid in addition to the Regular Class entry fee. All entries in the Sweepstakes MUST also be entered in a Regular Breed Class. The Sweepstakes class should be shown as an Additional Class on the same entry form used to enter the dog or bitch in a Regular Class.

Classification Dogs, 6 months and under 9 months Dogs, 9 months and under 12 months Dogs, 12 months and under 15 months Dogs, 15 months and under 18 months (Same Classes for Bitches) Best in Sweepstakes Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes

Prize Money After 35% deduction for Sweepstakes show expenses, the remaining entry fees will be divided as prizes within that class as follows: First Prize ...... 50% of the entry money in that class Second Prize...... 25% of the entry money in that class Third Prize...... 15% of the entry money in that class Fourth Prize...... 10% of the entry money in that class

The following prizes are offered by the Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. through the generous donations of members and friends, whose names will be listed in the catalog unless otherwise specified.

8 SWEEPSTAKES PRIZES The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. offers Rosettes for Best in Sweepstakes, Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes and First through Fourth in Each Sweepstakes Class. Best in Sweepstakes, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif. Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Sweepstakes, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif.

MATURE SWEEPSTAKES JUDGE: JACQUELINE DRUMMOND

The Mature Sweepstakes is open to all Irish Setters who, on the opening day of the show, will be eighteen months and under thirty-three months of age. Entry fee is $20.00 to be paid in addition to the Regular Class entry fee. All entries in the Sweepstakes MUST also be entered in a Regular Breed Class. The Sweepstakes class should be shown as an Additional Class on the same entry form used to enter the dog or bitch in a Regular Class.

Classification Dogs, 18 months and under 21 months Dogs, 21 months and under 24 months Dogs, 24 months and under 27 months Dogs, 27 months and under 30 months Dogs, 30 months and under 33 months (Same Classes for Bitches) Best in Mature Sweepstakes Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Mature Sweepstakes

The following prizes are offered by the Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. through the generous donations of members and friends, whose names will be listed in the catalog unless otherwise specified.

MATURE SWEEPSTAKES PRIZES The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. offers Rosettes for Best in Mature Sweepstakes, Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Mature Sweepstakes and First through Fourth in Each Mature Sweepstakes Class. Best in Mature Sweepstakes, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif. Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Mature Sweepstakes, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif.

VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES JUDGE: JACQUELINE DRUMMOND

The Veteran Sweepstakes is open to all Irish Setters who are 8 years old & over on the day of the show. Dogs entered in Veteran Sweepstakes NEED NOT be entered in a Regular Class. Neutered dogs and spayed bitches will be eligible to compete. Indicate Veteran Sweepstakes and the age division on the regular entry form under Additional Classes.

Classification Veteran Dogs, 8 Years & Under 10 Years Veteran Dogs, 10 Years & under 12 Years Veteran Dogs, 12 Years & Older (Same Classes for Bitches) Best in Veteran Sweepstakes Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweepstakes

Prize Money After 35% deduction for Sweepstakes show expenses, the remaining entry fees will be divided as prizes within that class as follows: First Place ...... 50% of the entry money in that class Second Place ...... 25% of the entry money in that class Third Place ...... 15% of the entry money in that class Fourth Place ...... 10% of the entry money in that class

9 VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES PRIZES Rosettes are offered by Best in Veteran Sweepstakes and Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweepstakes and First through Fourth in each Class by the Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. The following prizes are offered by the Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. through the generous donations of members and friends, whose names will be listed in the catalog unless otherwise specified.

Best in Veteran Sweepstakes, "The Irish Setter Club of America and Julien & Ana Goulet offer the Virginia Perry Gardiner Memorial Trophy". This perpetual trophy is of a bronze Irish Setter dog and bitch, sculpted by Virginia and rests on a wooden base that will hold the names of all future Veteran Sweepstakes winners. A commemorative trophy will be awarded to the winner. Best of Opposite Sex to Best in Veteran Sweepstakes, Bronze trophy w/Irish Setter Motif.

ALL TROPHIES MUST BE CLAIMED DAY OF THE SHOW - NONE WILL BE MAILED -

Points for Reserve Winners Dog & Bitch CHAPTER 16: SECTION 1 (new sixth paragraph) Each AKC Parent Specialty Club shall have one designated Parent Club National Specialty show per year. All others shall be termed a Parent Club Specialty Show. Unless the Parent Club, in its Application to the AKC to hold its National Specialty, chooses to exclude the following Award; At the National Specialty the dog designated Reserve Winners Dog and the Bitch designated Reserve Winners will be awarded a three (3) point major, provided that the number of dogs competiting in the regular classes of the Reserve Winners sex totals at least twice the number required for a five (5) point major, in the region in which this event is held. No Major for Reserve Winners shall be given based upon an award of Best of Winners. In counting the number of dogs in competition, a dog that is disqualified, or that is dismissed, excused or ordered from the ring by the judge or from which all awards are witheld, shall not be included.

JUDGE'S AWARD OF MERIT At the conclusion of Best of Breed judging, after picking Best of Breed, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed, Select Dog and Select Bitch, the judge at his discretion may choose up to 10% of the Best of Breed entry for an Award of Merit. The award shall be a medal on a ribbon to be worn around the neck of each dog selected. Winners Dog and Winners Bitch are not eligible for Awards of Merit.

Purina is pleased to be the official Sponsor

Breed Prizes The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. offers the following Prizes through the Generosity of Members and Friends whose names will be printed in the catalog, unless otherwise specified.

Best of Breed, Tirvelda Memorial Trophy Replica. Best of Breed owner Handled, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Molif. Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif. Best of Winners, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif. Winners Dog, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif. Reserve Winners Dog, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif. Winners Bitch, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif. Reserve Winners Bitch, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif. Best Puppy, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif. First through Fourth In each Regular Class & Non-Regular Class, Bronze Trophy w/lrish Setter Motif.

10 JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP COMPETITION AKC Junior Handler Numbers are now required for entry in Junior Showmanship Competition. Numbers may be obtained from the American Kennel Club - PHONE: (919) 233-9767. For additional information contact American Kennel Club, Junior Showmanship, P. O. Box 900051, Raleigh, NC 27675. Phone (919) 233-9767 or E-Mail: [email protected] Entry blank MUST be filled out with the necessary information, otherwise the entry in Junior Showmanship will not be accepted. NOVICE JUNIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places with competition present in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. NOVICE INTERMEDIATE CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. NOVICE SENIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have not won three First Places, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. OPEN JUNIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 9 years old and under 12 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Places, with competition present, in a Novice Showmanship Class at a licensed or member show. OPEN INTERMEDIATE CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are at least 12 years old and under 15 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Places, with competition present, in a Novice Class at a licensed or member show. OPEN SENIOR CLASS: For Boys and Girls who are least 15 years old and under 18 years old on the day of the show and who, at the time entries close, have won three First Places, with competition present, in a Novice Showmanship Class at a licensed or member show. MASTER CLASS: This Class will be for boys and girls who are at least 9 years old and under 18 years on the day of the show, and who have won the 10 Best Junior wins with competition. The calendar for this class will consistent with the eligibility dates for the AKC Eukanuba National Championship. All Juniors meeting the criteria for this class are required to entry the Master Class and may change their entry the day of the show if entries have already closed. Once the eligibility time frame for that year has passed all participants return to the Open Class to complete for the following year.

Competition must exist for Best Junior Handler.

NOTICE JUNIORS WITH A DOG ALSO ENTERED IN ANOTHER CLASS OFFERED AT THIS SHOW WHO SUBSTITUTE A DOG NOT ENTERED IN THIS SHOW MUST REMIT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN JUNIOR ONLY AND JUNIOR AS AN ADDITIONAL CLASS ENTRY FEE. JUNIORS WHO HAVE ENTERED JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP ONLY WHO THEN SUBSTITUTE ANOTHER DOG WILL NOT BE CHARGED A FURTHER FEE.

Be sure all information for Junior Showmanship Classes is entered on front and back of the entry form. By signing the entry form certification is given that the Junior Showman does not, and will not at any time, act as an agent/handler for pay while continuing to compete in Junior Showmanship.

JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP PRIZES The following prizes are offered by the Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. through the generous donations of Members & Friends whose names will be listed in the catalog, unless otherwise specified. Best Junior Handler, Embroidered Director's Chair. Reserve Best Junior Handler, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif. First through Fourth in Each Class, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif.

OBEDIENCE TRIAL CLASSES Qualifying Score Required for All Prizes in Regular, Preferred & Optional Titling Classes "Dog" means either sex Bitches in Season - Refund of entry fees, less $5.00 administration fee, for bitches entered in Obedience or Rally that come in season after closing date of this trial may be obtained provided that a veterinarian certificate and a request in writing is received by the show superintendent 30 minutes prior to the start of regular obedience/rally judging.

* Obedience Entries (when appropriate) must include Dog's Jump Height *

CLASSIFICATION

Regular Classes Novice Class A Open Class A Utility Class A Novice Class B Open Class B Utility Class B

11 Optional Titling Classes Beginners Novice Class A Beginners Novice Class B Graduate Novice Class Graduate Open Class Versatility

Preferred Titling Classes Preferred Novice Class Preferred Open Class Preferred Utility

Non-Regular Classes Veterans Class Brace Class Team Wild Card Novice Wild Card Open Wild Card Utility

OBEDIENCE PRIZES The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. will offer the following prizes through the generous donations of Members & Friends whose names will be listed in the catalog, unless otherwise specified. Highest Scoring Dog in Regular Classes, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif. Highest Scoring Dog in Open B & Utility Combined, Bronze Trophy w/Irish Setter Motif. First through Fourth in Each Obedience Class and Non-Regular Class, Bronze Irish Setter Motif Trophy.

A Rosette will be awarded to all dogs earning a UDX leg (Double Q)

Rally Trial Classes * Rally Entries (when appropriate) must include Dog's Jump Height * Bitches in Season - Refund of entry fees, less $5.00 administration fee, for bitches entered in Obedience or Rally that come in season after closing date of this trial may be obtained provided that a veterinarian certificate and a request in writing is received by the show superintendent 30 minutes prior to the start of regular obedience/rally judging. Rally Novice A Rally Advance A Rally Excellent A Rally Novice B Rally Advance B Rally Excellent B Rally Intermediate Rally Masters

RALLY PRIZES The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. will offer the following prizes through the generous donations of Members & Friends whose names will be listed in the catalog, unless otherwise specified.

First through Fourth in Each Rally Class, Bronze Irish Setter motif trophy. Highest Scoring Dog in Rally Advanced B & Excellent B, Bronze Plate w/Irish Setter Motif. Highest Scoring Triple Qualifier, Bronze Plate w/Irish Setter Motif.

A Rosette will be awarded to all dogs earning a RAE leg (Q in both Advance and Excellent) A Rosette will be awarded to all dogs who triple Qualify

AGILITY TRIALS - TWO TRIALS IN ONE DAY - IRISH SETTERS ONLY Held at: Periland Agility Web Site:http://www.irishsetterclub.org Entries Close: Wednesday, May 26, 2021 - 12:00PM Entries for this event are limited to 125 Application Acceptance: First Received FIRST ENTRY OF A DOG IN AGILITY (EACH TRIAL) - $35.00 EACH ADDITIONAL ENTRY OF SAME DOG IN SAME TRIAL - $25.00 For additional information contact: Gretchen Mason, Event Secretary 26 Triangle Farm Lane Summit Point, WV 25446 540-222-2169 - [email protected] Enter using AKC Online Entry Services - www.akc.org/AgilityEntry

12 Events and other RSVP information Please refer to the ISCA website and the MEMO for expanded information. Please use the RSVP form for all events and food unless otherwise indicated.

JUNIORS CLINIC There will be a juniors clinic held Friday following regular class judging. It is free and open to juniors of all ages. Contact Susan Schafer Email: [email protected]

IRISH SETTER CLUB OF AMERICA OFFICIAL NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING The annual meeting of the Irish Setter Club of America will be held ringside at 5:00pm Friday, June 18, 2021

PRESIDENT'S ROUND TABLE Participation in the President's Round Table is limited to the President of ISCA and Presidents of local Irish Setter Clubs. In their absence, one representative may be designated in writing by a local president following the Annual Meeting ringside.

Health Clinic Annual Health clinic will be held one hour after the conclusion of Sweepstakes judging on Wednesday Afternoon, June 16, 2021 at the Clarion Hotel. There is an online, pre-registration for tests being offered. More information will be sent out via Flea Bytes, along with the link to the on-line registration process. Due to COVID restrictions, no day of sign ups will be accepted. Pre-registration only.

Please observe the marked "Exercise Areas" and stay off the "No Dog" areas around the hotel grounds and show site. You are expected to clean up promptly after your dogs at the hotel. Poop bags and refuse cans will be provided for your convenience.

HOTEL: It is forbidden to bathe dogs in your room. Bathing stations will be provided at the Clarion Hotel. NOTICE: The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. retains the right to refuse advertising and/or checks from individuals who have outstanding debts with the Club. VIDEOTAPE: Please be advised that The Irish Setter Club of America, Inc. has authorized Ken Davis to videotape its 48th National Specialty, Obedience Trial, Rally and Agility Trial.

13 14 15 PARADE OF TITLEHOLDERS All Irish Setters who have earned a title, both American and foreign, are eligible to be entered in this Parade. The entry fee is $16.00 and the form MUST STATE PARADE OF TITLEHOLDERS. A rosette with the dog's name inscribed will be offered to all participants in the Parade. Rosette must be claimed the day of the show. Rosettes will not be mailed.

ALL PARADE entries must be sent to Sandy Jones, 26510 Howard Chapel Drive, Damascus, MD 20872-1421

Closing - MAY 12, 2021 DO NOT SEND TO RAU I Enclose $ for entry fees. MAKE CHECKES PAYABLE TO ISCA 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 LEGIBLY).

16 OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB ENTRY FORM #2021158002 (Obed) #2021158010 (Rally) #2019158011 (Sweepstakes) #2021158004 (4-6 mos) #2021158005 (Specialty) Irish Setter Club of America, 48th Annual Independent National Specialty Show, Obedience, Rally & Agility Trials Clarion Inn, 5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick, MD Monday through Saturday, June 14, 2021 to June 19, 2021 ENTRY FEE: See Entry Prices on Page 4. CLOSING DATE for entries 12:00 Noon, Wednesday, May 19, 2021(at Superintendent's Office) After Which Time Entries Cannot Be Accepted, Cancelled or Substituted except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. MAIL ALL ENTRIES with fees to: Jim Rau Dog Shows, Ltd., P. O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610. MAKE ALL CHECKS and MONEY ORDERS payable to J.R.D.S., LTD. CANADIAN EXHIBITORS must make fees payable in U.S. FUNDS. I Enclose $ for entry fees. 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 LEGIBLY).

17 AKC Rules, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines are available on the American Kennel Club Website, www.akc.org AGREEMENT 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 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 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 responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. 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 therefrom, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence or my (our) participation in this event, however such, injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have 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 AN/OR THE EVENT-GIVING CLUB 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 ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TO ARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOED AS SET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTIONS 1. (Variety) if you are entering a dog of a breed in which there are varieties for show purposes, please designate the particular variety you are entering, i.e., Cocker Spaniels (Black, ASCOB, Parti-color), Beagles (not exceeding 13 in.; over 13 in. but not exceeding 15 in.), Dachshunds (Longhaired, Smooth, Wirehaired), Bull T erriers (Colored, White), Manchester Terriers (Standard, Toy), Chihuahuas (Smooth Coat, Long Coat), English Toy Spaniels (King Charles and Ruby, Blenheim and Prince Charles), Poodles (Toy, Miniature, Standard), Collies (Rough, Smooth). 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 owner's records, have completed the requirements for a championship, but whose championships are unconfirmed. The showing of unconfirmed Champions in 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. 3. (Dog Show Class) Consult the classification in this premium list, if the dog show 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 you are entering your dog, i.e., 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 a show closed. If a registered dog has been acquired by a new owner it must be entered in the name of its new owner in any show 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 the entry form whether transfer application has been mailed to A.K.C. (For complete rule refer to Chapter 14, Section 3.). 5. Mixed Breed dogs entering classes for Agility, Obedience and Rally trials should mark Breed as AKC Canine Partners Listed Dog "All-American Dog/Mixed Breed." Variety, Breeder, Sire, Dam information shall remain blank for mixed breed etrants. FAX NUMBER — (610) 376-4939 - $4.00 per Dog per Show charged on ALL credit card entries regardless of method submitted.

Visa/Mastercard #:

Expiration Date: CVV#: Cardholders Name:

Cardholders Signature:

If this entry is for Jr. Showmanship please give the following information:

Jr. Handler ID #______JR'S. DATE OF BIRTH______

ADDRESS______

CITY______STATE______ZIP______

If Jr. Handler is not the owner of the dog identified on the face of this form, what is the relationship of the Jr. Handler to the owner? ______

"By signing the entry form, we certify that the Junior Showman does not now, and will not at any time, act as an agent / handler for pay while continuing to compete in Junior Showmanship."

Front and Back of Form Must Be Included

18 VERSATILITY TEST A V.C.Test will be offered in accordance with the Irish Setter Club of America's Versatility Certificate requirements. Dogs participating in this event need not be entered at this show or trial. Dogs must be 6 months of age or older to enter. The Entry Fee is $6.00 per dog per test ($18.00 for all 3). Make Checks payable to ISCA. Entries must be made on a separate entry form (an official AKC entry form will be acceptable) and must be clearly marked with the words "Versatility Test" in the Dog Show Class.

ALL Versatility entries must be sent to (Checks payable to ISCA): Jeanine Wilson, 150 McFarland Lane, Weatherford, TX 76088 The Superintendent will not accept V.C. entries!!! Judging of Conformation will be after the completion of Judging on Thursday, June 17 and two tests on Friday, June 18, 2021. Entries close May 19, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. at the home of the Test Secretary. A ribbon signifying PASS shall be awarded to those dogs who participate in and pass this test. This is not an Official AKC event.

THERE WILL BE THREE VC CONFORMATION TESTS OFFERED

IRISH SETTER CLUB OF AMERICA, INC. VERSATILITY TEST ENTRY FORM TEST TO BE GIVEN AT ISCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY

G THURSDAY SHOW 1 G FRIDAY SHOW 1 G FRIDAY SHOW 2 PLEASE CHECK BOX(ES) FOR DAY(S)

I Submit $ ______Entry Fees. Entered for Conformation Test ______

Name of Dog ______Sex ______

Date of Birth ______AKC Reg # ______ILP Reg# ______

Foreign Reg.# ______Country of Origin ______

Sire: ______

Dam: ______

Breeder: ______

Owners Name ______

Address: ______

City: ______State______Zip______

Handler: ______

Signature of Owner or Agent: ______

19 Ú NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS Ú CLOSING DATE for entries 12:00 Noon, Wednesday, May 19, 2021(at Show Superintendent's Office) after which entries cannot be accepted, cancelled or substituted except as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 6 of the Dog Show Rules. See Page 4 for entry fees. A RECORDING FEE OF $.50 & a $3.00 AKC Event Service Fee and $3.00 for Rally AKC Event Service Fee will be required for each dog entered at any Licensed or Member Club Show, Obedience Trial or Tracking Test. This Recording Fee is to be collected by the Show-giving Club and paid to the American Kennel Club. If a dog is entered in more than one class in the show, the Recording Fee is to be collected on the first entry only. (American Kennel Club Rule, Chapter 11, Section 2). RETURNED CHECKS do not constitute a valid entry fee. The Show Superintendent will add a $20.00 fee to the amount of each returned check. Subsequent returned checks from the same exhibitors may result in their being put on a CASH ONLY basis. TELEGRAPH, TELEPHONE and UNSIGNED ENTRIES CANNOT BE ACCEPTED. ENTRIES NOT ON OFFICIAL AKC ENTRY FORMS AND PHOTOCOPIES OF ENTRY FORMS without the Agreement and Rules on the reverse side of the Official AKC Entry Form are NOT ACCEPTABLE. MAIL ALL ENTRIES WITH FEES TO Jim Rau Dog Shows, LTD., P. O. Box 6898, Reading, PA 19610 ENTRIES RECEIVED WITHOUT FEES will not be accepted. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ENTRIES will be made as soon as practical with tickets and/or identification cards. The person accompanying a dog must show tickets of admission and identification before the dog will be received. SHOULD SUCH ACKNOWLEDGEMENT NOT BE RECEIVED BY THE EXHIBITOR within a reasonable time, please notify The Show Superintendent. (610) 376-1880. MAKE ALL CHECKS AND MONEY ORDERS PAYABLE TO J.R.D.S., LTD. Please mail checks or money orders with entries. Show Superintendent assumes no responsibility for cash sent through the mail. CREDIT CARD ENTRIES, REGARDLESS OF METHOD SUBMITTED, will be processed through the Fax program and will be charged a $4.00 per dog per show convenience fee. CANADIAN EXHIBITORS make fees payable in U.S. FUNDS. NO ENTRY SHALL BE MADE AND NO ENTRY SHALL BE ACCEPTED WHICH SPECIFIES ANY CONDITIONS AS TO ITS ACCEPTANCE. ENTRY FEES shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused by Veterinarian or Judge, or barred from competition by action of Show Committee. If because of riots, civil disturbances or other acts beyond the control of the management it is impossible to open or to complete the show, no refund of entry fee will be made. ERRORS ON ENTRY BLANKS. Owners are responsible for errors in making out entry forms, whoever may make such errors, and no entry fee will be refunded in event of such errors or cancellation of entries after the published closing date. NO REFUND FOR DUPLICATE ENTRIES. We will make every effort to find all duplicate entries, but if a dog has been processed, no refund will be made. CONSULT JUDGING PROGRAM FOR TIME OF JUDGING. DOGS MAY ARRIVE any time prior to their scheduled time of judging. DOGS NOT REQUIRED for further judging will be excused. JUDGES WILL NOT WAIT FOR ANY DOG HOLDING UP A CLASS. Owners or agents alone are respon-sible for the presence of their dogs in the judging ring when their classes are called to be judged. The show-giving club and the Show Superintendent have no obligation or responsibility for providing service through a public address system or stewards or runners for the purpose of calling or locating dogs that are not brought into the ring when required. ALL DOGS PRESENT must be held on leash or confined to their crates except when being judged or when in the exercise pens. CLASS CASH PRIZES will be paid in the ring to the person showing the dog. Claims for prize money must be made in the ring before the judging of that breed is over, and the show Superintendent to be advised at once. The Show Superintendent and Show-giving Club may disclaim any liability for cash prizes after the judging of the breed is over. THERE SHALL BE NO drilling nor intensive or corrective training of dogs on the show grounds or premises. EXHIBITORS SHOULD FOLLOW THEIR VETERINARIAN'S RECOMMENDATION to assure their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate vaccinations. ISCA RESERVES the right to substitute a prize of equal or greater value. ALL TROPHIES AND PRIZES must be claimed the day of the show. None will be mailed or otherwise distributed. THE WELFARE OF AN EXHIBITOR'S CHILD OR AN ATTENDEE'S CHILD is assumed to be the responsibility of the exhibitor or attendee. It is distinctly understood that exhibitors and attendees will exercise control and restraint over their children on the days of the show. ALL PERSONS ATTENDING THESE DOG SHOWS hereby waive any claim for damages against the Irish Setter Club of America, its members or agents, in the event a motor vehicle must be entered to rescue a dog from overheating or suffocation due to improper ventilation. To find out about any AKC event cancellations call the AKC Event Cancellation Hotline 877-252-3229. Effective May 1, 2006 an administrative fee of $2.00 will be withheld from all refunds for entries cancelled prior to the closing of entries.

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