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Conformation

I. General

  • The CKC Conformation evaluation is designed to evaluate the structure and movement portion of the Champion of record title for CKC. Completion of this evaluation, along with the temperament requirements and the working requirements will result in the dog being awarded the title of Champion and the abbreviation “CH” before the dog’s registered name, and will become a part of the dog’s permanent record.
  • The conformation competition will be reserved for intact males and females that are at least six months of age. Dogs and bitches that have been rendered incapable of reproducing may compete in the veterans classes where offered. The veteran class is a non-regular class and will not be awarded championship points.
  • Handlers are expected to be at the designated ring at the scheduled time. Judging will not wait for handlers to get their dogs or to make equipment changes. Any dog that misses its scheduled ring time or any handler that does not present his dog with the proper equipment will be dismissed and forfeit any entry fee.
  • Any dog displaying signs of aggression toward people will be excused from the show grounds. Any dog that is dog aggressive that cannot be controlled will be excused from the show grounds. Any dog that requires a muzzle or other drastic form of restraint will be excused from the show grounds.
  • All dogs presented for evaluation will be clean and neat in appearance. Dogs will wear a slip collar appropriate for the breed’s size. Collars must be approved by judge. The lead should be a light weight leather or nylon lead not to exceed six feet in length. This excludes the use of any flex-type lead. Chain or rope leads of any length will not be allowed.
  • Any judge noting any discrepancies in or around his/her ring will take appropriate action. If the problem cannot be resolved in a reasonable amount of time, the violator will be excused from competition or escorted from the premises as appropriate. Any spectator, competitor, or club official that notes any discrepancy should report it to the CKC Field Representative.

II. Checking In

  • The check-in time will begin at least one hour prior to the start of judging. Upon arrival, the handler should report to the Secretary’s table and complete the entry process. The Secretary will issue an Evaluation form for each dog. Additionally, an armband number will be issued. The handler should verify that the number on the armband matches the number on the form. This number will used for identification throughout the event. Once the forms are received and verified, the handler should note the ring number and scheduled time for each breed. The handler should arrive at the ring prior to the scheduled time and turn in the form to the steward. It is the handler’s responsibility to listen for his/her class and number to be called.
  • After the dog has been evaluated, the handler will receive a copy of the evaluation form to keep for his/her records. This copy should be stored in a safe place until the owner’s dog has received its Champion of Record title.

III. Handler’s Attire

  • The handler should dress in a manner that allows the handler to perform his/her duties in the ring without being restricted. This should include shoes that cover the entire foot; slacks or a skirt or dress that covers the thighs; and a shirt or blouse that covers the entire upper torso. Apparel shall not contain any name or symbol that represents a club, kennel, or training facility. Apparel shall not contain any language or logo that may be offensive or vulgar in nature or that may be considered controversial.

IV. Classes

Classes will be divided into regular and non-regular classes. Regular classes are those classes that are required by CKC to be offered at all conformation events, and in which CKC may award championship points. Non-regular classes are those classes that CKC allows clubs to offer and award prizes or trophies to the winners. Non-regular classes will not be awarded championship points. Bitches in season may compete in conformation events.

  • Regular Classes
    • Puppy Class - This class is open to dogs and bitches that are at least six months of age, but have not reached one year of age. The judge may divide the class by sexes as needed.
    • Adult Class - This class is open to dogs and bitches that are at least one year of age. The judge may divide the class by sexes as needed.
    • Best of Breed Class - This class is open to dogs and bitches that, according to their owner’s records, have satisfied all requirements to earn the Champion of Record title, and any dog or bitch that earned a V-1 rating on that day. Those earning a V-1 rating on that day may compete for Best of Breed, but it is not required. This class will not be divided by sexes.
  • Non-regular Classes
    • Bred-By Exhibitor - This non-regular class is open to all dogs and bitches that the handler is also the owner or one of the owners, and also one of the breeders of record.
    • Veteran’s - This non-regular class is open to all dogs and bitches at least seven years of age. This class may be broken down into an upper and a lower veteran’s class at large events. Lower veteran’s class will be for dogs and bitches seven years but not over ten years of age. Upper veteran’s class will be for dogs and bitches at least ten years of age.

V. Ratings

Judges will rank dogs using the scale listed below. To arrive at this ranking, the judge will use the standard for that breed and his/her interpretation of the standard. Judges may award one of six rankings:

  • V1 - This ranking shall be reserved for dogs of the highest quality when compared to the prescribed standard. The judge may allow one or two minor faults in awarding this ranking.
  • V2 - This ranking shall be for dogs that closely meet the prescribed standard. The judge may allow one major fault or several minor faults in awarding this ranking.
  • V3 - This ranking shall be for dogs that meet the prescribed standard. The judge may allow two major faults, several minor faults, or a combination thereof in awarding this ranking.
  • SG1 - This ranking shall be for dogs that currently do not meet the prescribed standard, but in the opinion of the judge, should meet the standard as they mature. This ranking should be used for puppies and young adults that have not completed physical maturity, or for cosmetic reasons, such as coat length or fullness.
  • SG2 - This ranking shall be for dogs that currently do not meet the prescribed standard, but in the opinion of the judge, may meet the standard as they mature. This ranking should be used for puppies and young adults that have not completed physical maturity, or for cosmetic reasons, such as coat length or fullness.
  • NG - This ranking is for dogs that do not meet the prescribed standard. If a dog receives three NG rankings by three different judges, the dog will no longer be eligible for conformation competition.

VI. Ring Procedures

  • Once the hosting club has setup the rings with the approval of the CKC Field Representative, the judge will establish the procedure that he/she wishes to use. However, the following guidelines must be followed: The steward’s area must remain next to the entryway; the classes will be judged in the following order: puppy; adult; best of breed and then non-regular class (if offered); if the judge divides classes by sex, dogs will be judged first.
  • Once the judge has taken a look at the group as a whole, he will then evaluate each dog individually. With the aid of a scribe, the judge will examine the dog for structure and movement faults and his/her findings will be noted on the evaluation form. Once the examination for that dog is complete, the scribe will give the handler a copy of the written evaluation and the handler is free to leave the ring.
  • Following individual evaluations will be the Best of Breed competition. The winner of Best of Breed must compete in the Group competition. Winners of each Group will compete for Best in Show. If non-regular classes are offered, non-regular groups will follow the regular groups and non-regular Best in Show will follow the regular Best in Show.

VII. Points

  • Dogs that receive a V1 ranking will earn 5 Championship points
  • Dogs that receive a V2 ranking will earn 3 Championship points
  • Dogs that receive a V3 ranking will earn 1 Championship points
  • Dogs that win Best of Breed will earn 3 additional Championship points (provided at least 3 dogs were entered in that breed)
  • Dogs that place first in their Group will earn 5 additional Championship points (provided at least 4 dogs were entered in breeds within that Group)
  • Dogs that place second in their Group will earn 3 additional Championship points (provided at least 4 dogs were entered in breeds within that Group)
  • Dogs that place third in their Group will earn 1 additional Championship point (provided at least 4 dogs were entered in breeds within that Group)
  • Dogs that win Best In Show will earn 5 additional Championship points (If less than 10 dogs were entered in the show, only 3 points will be awarded)
  • Dogs that win Reserve Best In Show will earn 1 additional Championship point

At the handler’s option, a dog that was ranked V1 at the show may compete in the Best of Breed Competition to earn the Best of Breed title. However, if the handler decides to compete and wins, he MUST continue to show his dog provided he continues to win. Should the dog become ill or injured, this must be brought to the attention of the next judge that will judge the next class in which the dog will compete. Once the judge verifies the reason, the judge must notify the CKC Field Representative. If the handler pulls the dog for any other reason, all points earned at that show will be forfeited.

VIII. Protests and Challenges

If a handler in the ring feels that a dog he/she is competing against does not conform to a height or weight requirement that the standard lists as a disqualification, he/she must bring this to the attention of the judge before the judge has completed his examination of that dog. The protest must come from a competitor in the ring and not from a anyone outside the ring.

 

For information on competing or hosting events contact

CKC Events Department at 1-888-CKC– 8042 or visit us at WWW.CKCUSA.COM

 

Continental Kennel Club, Inc. reserves the right to amend these rules at any time.

 

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