AHBA
AMERICAN HERDING BREED ASSOCIATION
Herding Trials and Tests at
Park Ridge Ranch, Mankato MN
Herding Trial Dog (HTD-sheep & ducks)
Herding Trial Arena Dog (HTAD-sheep & ducks)
Herding Ranch Dog (HRD-sheep)
Junior Herding Dog Test (JHD sheep)
At Park Ridge Ranch, Mankato, MN
Approximately 7:30 am to 5:00 pm
Open to All Herding and Mixed Herding Breeds
(DOGS AT LEAST 9 MONTHS OF AGE)
TEST CLASSES: Saturday Morning JHD – Sheep (may be moved to Friday eve if other Sat classes fill)
TRIAL CLASSES: Saturday HTD I, II, III – Sheep - large open field with up to 500+ft outrun(III)
HTAD I, II, III – Sheep - Course 2 with take pen and ribbon pull(III)
Sunday HTD I, II, III – Ducks (limited entries)
HTAD I, II, III – Ducks - Course 4 with gather and shed(III) (limited entries)
HRD I, II III – Sheep (limited entries)
ENTRY LIMITS: 40 Entries Per Day on Saturday & Sunday
ENTRY FEES ALL CLASSES: PRE-ENTRY (Due by May 10, 2013) $30/run
After 5/10 or Day-Of (if livestock available) $40/run
JUDGE:
Wendy Peters, Ilinois
TRIAL CHAIR: Jennifer Thompson
jthompson@juno.com
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Saturday Handlers Meeting for JHD - Sheep will be at 7:45 am Saturday
Saturday Handlers Meeting for HTD - Sheep in the open field across the road following JHD – sheep runs
Saturday Handlers Meeting for HTAD – Sheep following HTD sheep runs
Sunday Handlers Meeting for HTD - Ducks 8:00 am Sunday in area in front
Sunday Handlers Meeting for HTAD – Ducks following HTD duck runs
Sunday Handlers Meeting for HRD – Sheep following HTAD duck runs
Judge will call lunch time each day at her discretion.
Competitors are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs. All dogs must be on leash or crated when not competing.
Competitors assume financial responsibility for medication and/or veterinary care and/or replacement value of stock for any injury
caused by them or their dog(s).
10. All points earned will be accumulated at each level (I, II & III) towards 2013 AHBA Series Awards sponsored by Training Camp,
Inc., Park Ridge Ranch and Grazing Acres .
Bring-Your-Own Lunch and Beverages (Grill and Microwave Available for Use) or Less Than Five Miles to Mankato
Directions to Park Ridge Ranch: Hwy 169/60 just South of Mankato, West (right) on MN-68 go 1.4 miles, left on CO-117 (547th Ave)
go .2 miles, right on 211th Lane (gravel) about .25 miles to second left, follow signs. Mapquest address is 54521 Grouse Circle,
Mankato MN (Do Not Google Map)
Camping is available onsite 5/17 and 5/18 - $10/night electric (limited) $5/night non-electric, indoor bathrooms, shower and hospitality
room available. Call Jennifer at 507-381-6684 or email jthompson@juno.com to reserve in advance. Minneopa State Park
Campground just 1 mile away with electric sites, non-electric sites and camper cabin. Make reservations early on DNR website.
Lodging in Mankato: See http://www.hotelplanner.com/Hotels/4961-Pet-Friendly-Hotels-in-Mankato-MN for Pet-Friendly Lodging.
Complete Entry Form and Trial/Test Recording Forms (one per run), make check payable to “Park Ridge Ranch” and mail all to:
Jennifer Thompson; 54521 Grouse Circle; Mankato, MN 56001
OFFICIAL AHBA ENTRY FORM
AHBA SANCTIONED HERDING TEST AND TRIAL
THIS IS A FILL-IN FORM
NAME OF CLUB or PERSON(S) Sponsoring this Event: Jennifer Thompson dba PARK RIDGE RANCH
Date of Event: May 18 & 19
Entries Close On: Pre-Entry 5-10-13 , Other Day of Event
Make checks or money orders payable in US funds to:
Park Ridge Ranch
Send to the Trial Secretary
Name: Jennifer Thompson
Address: 54521 Grouse Circle
City:
Mankato
At: 5:00 pm for Pre-Entry
State: MN
Zip: 56001
ELIGIBILITY
All dogs nine months of age or older are eligible to participate in Herding Trials and JHD. Dogs classified as Herding Dogs in AHBA are eligible for
HERDING TEST (HCT) and may participate at six months of age or older. No dog may be entered in two classes on the same course with the same kind of
stock under the same judge at any Test/Trial. Bitches in season shall run in drawn running order without adjustment.
IMPORTANT. READ THIS BEFORE SIGNING.
In consideration for participation in an event sanctioned by the American Herding Breed Association (AHBA), sponsored by Jennifer
Thompson dba PARK RIDGE RANCH, I agree to assume all responsibility for any claim, loss or damage, of whatever kind or nature, whether
to person or property, which may be caused at or near this event, either directly or indirectly, by me or the dog or dogs I have entered in or
brought to this event. I further agree that I will hold the AHBA, its officers, directors, agents, members and Jennifer Thompson dba PARK
RIDGE RANCH harmless and defend them from any and all liability for any injury, claim, damage or loss, of whatever kind or nature,
whether to person or property, caused at or near this event, whether directly or indirectly, by me or any dog I have entered in or brought to this
event. I agree to indemnify the AHBA, its officers, directors, agents, members, Jennifer Thompson dba PARK RIDGE RANCH, for any loss,
cost or expense including attorneys fees and costs, to which the AHBA, its officers, directors, agents, members OR Jennifer Thompson dba
PARK RIDGE RANCH might be subject as a result of any claim, suit, loss or damage caused in any way by any act or negligence on my part
or on the part of any dog or dogs I have entered in or brought to this event. I acknowledge that while the AHBA may provide sanctioning for
this event with regard to the issuing of titles, it does not have and does not exercise control over the conduct of the event or those present.
I CERTIFY and represent that the dog or dogs I have entered in or brought to this event is/are not a hazard to other dogs, other
animals, or to people. I CERTIFY that I am the actual owner of the dog or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owners whose
name I have entered. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I (we) agree to abide by the Rules and Regulations of the AHBA in effect
at the time of this Herding Test or Trial or both, and further agree to be bound by the agreement printed above. The entry is submitted on the
foregoing representation and agreement.
I (we) will pay for any livestock injuries or replacement value in the event of death of any livestock by the dog I (we) have entered
here. In case of any injury to stock caused by the dog entered or said dog’s actions thereof, I (we) will assume total responsibility for any
damage. I (we) agree to pay the full market value of $200 per sheep and $20 per duck, of the injured animal in case of serious injury, or the
veterinarian bill or its equivalent if the injury is slight.
I CERTIFY that I am the actual owner of the dog or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owners whose name I have entered.
In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I (we) agree to abide by the Rules and Regulations of the AHBA in effect at the time of this event
and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list, and further agree to be bound by the agreement printed above. This entry is
submitted on the foregoing representations and agreement.
Signature of Owner &/or Agent: ______________________________________________________________________________
Please enter one dog per Entry Form. Circle Level desired. Fee is $30 per entry if received by 5-10-13, $40 thereafter
Level:
Stock:
Day:
Stock:
Class:
Fee:
Day:
Class:
Level:
Fee:
Sat-18
Sheep
JHD
N/A
Sun-19
Ducks
HTD
I
II
III
Sat-18
Sheep
HTD
I
II III
Sun-19
Ducks
HTAD
I
II
III
Sat-18
Sheep
HTAD
I
II III
Sun-19
Sheep
HRD
I
II
III
TOTAL FEES
NOTE: A dog must be entered in the name of the person(s) who actually owns it at the time entries are made for the Herding Test or
Trial. A Registration or Tracking Number must be included.
Actual Owner(s):
Address:
City:
Telephone:
Agent’s Name (if applicable):
Email (Agent only):
Full Name of Dog:
Registration OR Tracking Number:
Place of Birth { } USA
{
Breed:
Breeder:
Sire:
Dam:
State:
Zip:
Country:
Email:
Telephone (Agent only):
} CANADA
{
Registry:
} Other
Variety:
Date of Birth:
Sex:
AMERICAN HERDING BREED ASSOCIATION -- TRIAL RECORDING FORM
(please type or print clearly – this is a FILL-IN form)
Breed:
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Reg. Name:
Registry & #:
Sire:
Dam:
Owner:
Breeder:
Owner’s Address:
Sex:
Birthdate:
Phone #/Email:
Name of handler if other than owner:
Sponsor: Jennifer Thompson dba PARK RIDGE RANCH
Date: May 18 & 19, 2013
Location: Mankato Minnesota
Class: HTD ,
HTAD , HRD
Level:
Judge: Wendy Peters
Q
NQ
Stock Type:
Entry #:
Score:
1/2013
AMERICAN HERDING BREED ASSOCIATION -- TRIAL RECORDING FORM
(please type or print clearly – this is a FILL-IN form)
Breed:
Reg. Name:
Registry & #:
Sire:
Dam:
Owner:
Breeder:
Owner’s Address:
Sex:
Phone #/Email:
Name of handler if other than owner:
Sponsor: Jennifer Thompson dba PARK RIDGE RANCH
Date: May 18 & 19, 2013
Location: Mankato Minnesota
Class: HTD ,
HTAD ,
HRD
Level:
Judge: Wendy Peters
Q
NQ
Birthdate:
Stock Type:
Entry #:
Score:
1/2013
AMERICAN HERDING BREED ASSOCIATION -- TEST RECORDING FORM
(please type or print clearly – this is a FILL-IN form)
Breed:
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Reg. Name:
Registry & #:
Sire:
Dam:
Owner:
Breeder:
Owner’s Address:
Sex:
Birthdate:
Phone #/Email:
Name of handler if other than owner:
Sponsor: Jennifer Thompson dba PARK RIDGE RANCH
Date: May 18 & 19, 2013
Location: Mankato Minnesota
Class: JHD
Level: Wendy Peters
Tester:
Passed
Stock Type:
Entry #:
Did Not Pass
1/2013
AMERICAN HERDING BREED ASSOCIATION -- TEST RECORDING FORM
(please type or print clearly – this is a FILL-IN form)
Breed:
Reg. Name:
Registry & #:
Sire:
Dam:
Owner:
Breeder:
Owner’s Address:
Sex:
Phone #/Email:
Name of handler if other than owner:
Sponsor: Jennifer Thompson dba PARK RIDGE RANCH
Date: May 18 & 19, 2013
Location: Mankato Minnesota
Class: Class: JHD
Tester: Wendy Peters
Level:
Passed
Did Not Pass
Birthdate:
Stock Type:
Entry #:
1/2013