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Kennel Club Reviews Agility Measuring Regulations (09th November 2007)
A working party consisting of dog agility measurers and Liaison Council representatives was set up during 2007 to review the agility measuring procedure and Regulations.
The results of the working party’s discussions have now been approved by the General Committee. To summarise the recommendations:
• It was agreed that an obviously ‘large’ dog could be measured earlier than 15 months and would not require a second measurement provided this was indicated by the measurers at the time.
• If a dog was measured into two different height categories at its two measurements then a third, and final, measurement would be required to confirm the height category in which the dog should compete. This measurement must be undertaken within two months of the second measurement. Pending the outcome of the third measurement, the dog may continue to compete in its initial height category.
• The working party also clarified that a microchip or ear tattoo number would take precedence over a photograph.
• Appeals would now be allowed up to 30 days from the last measurement.
To support these recommendations the General Committee has now approved the following Regulation changes with effect from 1 January 2008.
Additional Agility Dog Measurers Needed (09th November 2007)
Following the review of the agility dog measuring scheme, a need has arisen for additional measurers in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The Kennel Club is now inviting applications from interested parties who would like to be considered to measure the dogs, to establish the category into which they fall. The position will be of interest to Judges, Show Managers or those closely involved with the running of Agility Shows.
Those interested should send their details to Debbie Deuchar, Team Leader – WTOA, Canine Activities, The Kennel Club, 1-5 Clarges Street, Piccadilly, London W1J 8AB by 30th November 2007.