0000046829 00000 n At least one Champion must be defeated at three shows. Now, AKC Grand Champions have the opportunity to become Bronze, Silver, Gold, even Platinum, Grand Champions. Grand Champion Levels: After a dog reaches his Grand Champion Title, they may go on to seek further levels of success. After BOB and Best of Winners have been awarded, Best of Opposite Sex is awarded to a dog of the Opposite Sex to the Best of Breed Winner. endobj You can find more information on the upcoming changes in the July 1, Update Re: New Grand Championship Levels - Grandfathering of GCh. A maximum of 25 points can be earned in a single show. All information should be typed or neatly printed, making sure the dog or bitchs name is correct, as this is how the name will appear on the award. 0000008911 00000 n We wish Pyro well and know that he will have a wonderful life in Scotland! Also at least one Champion of Record must be defeated at three of these shows. Be sure to fill out your entry forms correctly, and mail or fax unless you do them online. Learn the Terminology. 0000106357 00000 n After showing in conformation, many exhibitors were taking dogs of all breeds over to the lure coursing trial, to see if their dog had any interest whatsoever in the lure by taking the Coursing Ability Test to some surprise, many of the dogs showed a great enjoyment partaking in this event. Use the BHCA Breeders Directory to find breeders in your area, or look for a local Basset Hound Club. Mistakes do happen! 0000011426 00000 n GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS Grand Champion Title Requirements 25 Grand Championship points A minimum of 9 points won at three shows with an award of 3 or more points (Major wins 3, 4, or 5 pts.) Its time to start getting back into competition shape! Any Champion dog from the regular or non-regular classes is not considered for the requirement to defeat at least one Champion of Record at three shows . IfSmooth Dachshund BV was also BOB, she would receive 4 GCH pts; if Wirehaired Dachshund BV was also BOS, he would receive 4 GCH pts. Once the ROM award is attained, it is considered permanent and non-conditional on membership of the owner(s). More information on AKCs Grand Championship title can be found here. All entries must be in the superintendents office usually by noon on the closing date. Platinum 5 - 4,000 GCH Points Platinum 4 - 3,200 GCH Points . ), 10 points for Herding Excellent Master in addition to the points already earned for HX, 40 points for RD, RTDc & RTDs (ASCA herding titles), 25 points for Obedience Grand Master in addition to the points already earned for Obedience Master, 75 points for National Obedience Champion. 4NU,@G'juy>WN|~-Gg*?VE~[E9>N__C/">%wvyxa\EKAOn`O,aNoIs*&dNz O^;"(=r&{sXzx#t1gBvB0T 0000034200 00000 n All awards of merit do not have to be given.). A separate application form must be submitted for each of the offspring being used to satisfy the progeny requirements (AKC Champion, Companion Dog and Herding Started title) for initial ROM status. It is a very competitive sport and it is important that you learn quite a bit while beginning the endeavor, or you will likely find it very frustrating. All eligible entrants from non-regular classes can earn Grand Championship points. 0000170055 00000 n hbbba`b``3 1 6< endstream endobj 420 0 obj <>/Metadata 11 0 R/OpenAction 421 0 R/Outlines 3 0 R/Pages 10 0 R/StructTreeRoot 13 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> endobj 421 0 obj <> endobj 422 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Thumb 9 0 R/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 792.0 612.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 423 0 obj <> endobj 424 0 obj [/DeviceN[/Cyan]/DeviceCMYK 443 0 R 445 0 R] endobj 425 0 obj <> endobj 426 0 obj <> endobj 427 0 obj <> endobj 428 0 obj <> endobj 429 0 obj [/DeviceN[/Magenta]/DeviceCMYK 440 0 R 442 0 R] endobj 430 0 obj <>stream Dalmatian Puppies. 20 points for an AKC Pre-Trial title, AHBA JHD, or ASCA Started Trial Dog title on any stock. Exhibitors are not eligible if they have at any time been a Professional Handler, AKC Conformation Judge, or employed as an assistant to a professional. SILVER. All rights reserved. One application for ROM points must be submitted for each dog/bitch applying for ROM status. Normal results are not required to receive these points. endobj Gold AKC FIT DOG title. 0000026809 00000 n He is also very athletic and easy to train. If you live in an area where you can go to a Basset Hound Specialty show, go watch. This is an official downloadable form. 10 points for an RAE title, or equivalent American, Canadian, Mexican or other FCI country title earned by the ROM dog/bitch or any of their offspring. This can be a very fulfilling activity to participate in with your dog. Find a Puppy. All rights reserved. Should you have additional questions please refer to Chapter 16, Section 1,Rules Applying to Dog Shows. Can the Double-Triple Diamond title, awarded with a cherry on top for 10,000 points, be far off? Classes are offered for each breed and variety and divided into, Either an AKC registration or AKC litter registration number is, Foreign born dogs may compete if they are registered in their home. You just need to use them. Maury County Kennel Club NOHS Saturday, April 29, 2023, Great Dane Club of Northern California #1 & #2 Saturday & Sunday, April 29-30, 2023, Fort Lauderdale Dog Club, Inc. NOHS Saturday, April 29, 2023, Papillon Club of Tulsa #1 & #2 Saturday, April 29, 2023, South County Kennel Club NOHS Saturday, April 29, 2023. 0000001616 00000 n . Another new and unique AKC title available to all breeds is the Coursing Ability Title obtained through passing the Coursing Ability Test three times, where in a dog must pursue a lure with enthusiasm, no interruption, and within a specific time. A dog awarded BOB will be credited with the number of GCH points calculated for BOB or BOS whichever is greater. (Eligibility for the Novice Class is not related to the handler, but to the dog). Nine of these points must have come from three or more shows with at least 3 points (majors) are available. 10 points for Herding Intermediate Master in addition to the points already earned for HI. 35 points for AKC UD, UDX, VST or equivalent American, Canadian, Mexican, or other FCI country title. Pyro and Blaze are full siblings and both bring unique qualities to the table. 0000033065 00000 n Title Name: Prefix or Suffix: JH: . 0000004829 00000 n Dogs that are owned or co-owned by a professional handler may compete in this class, but must be handled by a non-professional (Dogs may not be exhibited by current assistants or household members of a professional handler). . (Note: in any subsequent class {Winners or Best of Breed}, there are no restrictions on the handler). Grand Champ Bronze: Any Grand Champion which shall have won 100 Grand Championship points will become a Grand Champ Bronze (GCHB). (At Specialty Shows, Awards of Merit may be given. In the future, when AKC-registered dogs complete a title, they will receive a customized order form and an additional blank form to order medallions when they receive their AKC title. 10 points for each AKC agility title or equivalent UKC, Canadian, Mexican or other FCI country title earned by the ROM dog/bitch or any of their offspring. Grand Championship Titles. Knowledge is power, and you have a great opportunity to be fully informed about what the Basset Hound should be. No championship points are awarded from 4-6 month puppy competition. 0000046322 00000 n One of the more obvious ways to continue competing with a new champion is to pursue an AKC Grand Championship title. Be sure to consult the premium list for each show. (Effective 1/1/2021), At independent(standalone, concurrent, or evening) specialty showsfor breeds with varieties, the dog awarded Best of Opposite Sex to Best of Breed will receive the highest number of Grand Championship points awarded in its sexin any variety at that event. All files must be saved and sent in .pdf or jpeg format. Here we count all dogs of the same sex except BOB or BOS in the Best of Breed and regular classes. For continued competition, AKC offers achievement levels of bronze, silver, gold, and platinum. 0000045761 00000 n AKC actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports. 10 points for Temperament Tested certification by a National Breed Club, each to be counted only one time per dog. Both parents are DNA tested . 0000105747 00000 n Some of those classes may include: Veteran Dog/Bitch, Field Trial Dog/Bitch, Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, and Brace. Canine Good Citizen and GChEx. Males who do not have two normal testicles located in the scrotum, may not compete except that a castrated male may be entered as Stud Dog in the Stud Dog Class and a spayed bitch may be entered as Brood Bitch in the Brood Bitch. AKC GRAND CHAMPION. Featured Image: Via Canden Scales/Shutterstock, 12 Tips to Keep Your Senior Dog Happy, Healthy and Living Their Best Life. Refer to the Schedule of Points. There are Breed Specific Specialty shows, or Group Specific Specialties that often offer . <>/Metadata 134 0 R/ViewerPreferences 135 0 R>> He then completed his Bronze Grand Championship, Rally Novice Title, FAST CAT, Barn Hunt and training on herding. One of the most fun events at dog shows is the 4 6 Month Puppy competition is now offered at many of the shows. 0000026386 00000 n Each to be counted only one time per dog. Email submissions: Submit to rom@acdca.org, submit as outlined in section VI. Nursing homes and hospitals are often open to utilizing therapy dogs as aids for their patients morale. To become a Grand Champion a dog must have attained 25 points. Beginner FAST CAT, AKC Herding Group hb``e``h Major points must be under three different judges. Platinum 2 - 1,600 GCH Points Platinum - 800 GCH Points. The American Kennel Club requires a dog to obtain a total of 25 points with three major wins (a major win is worth three points or higher) to become a Grand Champion. 0000213750 00000 n May 2011, the American Kennel Club enhanced the Grand Champion program with Achievement Levels. 200 GCH Points Bronze. 0000046028 00000 n All Rights Reserved. AKC Entry forms must be filled out correctly, and sent in prior to the Closing Date. This information is available on the Premium List. Pyro also attended the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club show in 2018 and was shown by Addison Lancaster. 0000049612 00000 n These are just a few ideas of how to remain active with your dog, however your own personal interests and your dogs temperament may make way for even more activities to partake in with your dog. 50 points for an ASCA Working Trial Champion title in addition to points already earned, 100 points for an AKC Herding Champion title or AHBA Herding Trial Champion in addition to points already earned. 0000034105 00000 n . If you can go to the Basset Hound Club of America National Specialty and watch, do so. There are even more unique activities reachable to owners, besides the very popular and enjoyable sports of agility, obedience and fly ball. Also, verify that your dogs AKC registration number is correct in the catalog. The ROM owner should keep a duplicate copy of everything being sent for their future reference. Dogs may not be champions of record on the closing date of entries; Dogs must be individually registered by the AKC; Dogs must be owned or co-owned by any of the breeders of record as of the date of the show. Grand Champion Bronze: Awarded after an additional 50 points are earned after completing a Grand Championship and other qualifiers. Pyro is ranked in the top 5 of the Breed for FAST CAT. 0000033439 00000 n 10 points for AKC (or Canadian) HT or AHBA HCT. Applicant dogs earning the following herding titles prior to September 1, 1995 are exempt from the AKC Started Title requirement: ACDCA QW or VQW, AKC Pre-Trial Tested Title or higher or ASCA Started Leg or higher on cattle. 10 points for any progeny earning a ROM title. 0000030815 00000 n Answer a few simple questions and find the right dog for you, Compare up to 5 different breeds side by side, Browse the AKC Marketplace to find the right puppy for you, Browse our extensive library of dog names for inspiration, Find out the best and worst foods for your dog and which to avoid, Active Shooter & Mass Attack Safety Resources, An Amateur Field Trial Champion title can be earned in either, A Field Trial Champion title can be earned in either, Grand Amateur Field Champion: (Pointing Breeds). (Eligible dogs must return for Winners and/or Reserve). CH Sizzln Hot Hearts On Fire (Degen), Pyro running FAST CAT in Elkton on his way to his BCAT title, Pyro and his owner, Janet Rahn, sharing a special moment, Pyro and Addison Lancaster at the Westminster Kennel Club in 2018, Pyro earns Group 3 at Douglasville Kennel Club under Judge Robert H. Slay on October 20, 2017, Pyro's 1st AOM and his half-brother Epic's 2nd AOM at the 2017 AKC National Championship Dog Show, Addison and Pyro at the 2017 MASCUSA National Championship, Dynasty Miniature American Shepherds 15 points for an AKC CD, TD or equivalent American, Canadian, Mexican, or other FCI country title. To obtain a Grand Championship title, a dog must win a total of 25 points, with three majors under three different judges. Ask a friend to help you with this. For AKC shows, you may enter several ways. Each title or result must include one or more of the following: A photocopy of the Title Certificate, Certification, or test results OR A photocopy of the page containing the publication of the title from a source such as the AKC Awards, the Awards section of Dogs in Canada, or the Official Kennel Publication for any organization offering recognized and listed ROM-eligible titles OR The Volume, Date, and page number of the AKC Awards where the AKC title is published OR Any official signed original document from AKC Event Records substantiating any eligible title OR A printout or screen print from the database/reports features of the AKC, OFA, or CERF websites if it can be independently verified by the ROM Committee. After the Winners prize is awarded, the remaining dogs, and the second place dog in the class from which the winner was chosen compete for Reserve. 0000162264 00000 n Veteran and Service Dog Run Races and Break Barriers Together, Toast, the Beloved Instagram Dog, Has Passed Away, Man Offers Random People $100,000 To Buy Their Dogs, Everyone Refuses. xr8U>&V[I6[I\-k& The mother is an AKC Champion. 3 0 obj American Kennel Club - Grand Championships. What are the requirements to earn the Grand Champion Title? 0000005233 00000 n 0000161700 00000 n Pyro received the 1st AOM at the AKC National Dog Show in December 2017. 2021) OFA Patellas: Normal. To obtain the Bronze level, a dog must achieve 100 Grand Champion points four times the 25 needed for a "regular Grand" title. 10 points for Schutzhund 1 and higher titles. *AKC Conformation NOHS Bronze Champion *AKC Conformation Grand Champion Bronze *AKC Conformation Grand Champion *AKC Conformation Champion *Herding Instinct Title *Farm Dog Certified *AKC Temperment Tested *Canine Good Citizen Title. OFA Eyes: Normal (Nov. 2020/Nov. A minimum of 9 points won at 3 shows with ratings of 3 or more points (Major wins) under three different.