NCA EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT THE NATIONAL CANINE ASSOCIATION In Conjunction with Sirius About Dogs 7th Annual Canine Festival Magnuson Park, Hanger 30 7400 Sand Point Way NE Seattle, Washington 98115 FOUR SHOWS Saturday, June 20th, 2009 (AM &PM) Sunday, June 21st, 2009 (AM & PM) ALL JUDGING WILL BE INDOORS EVENT HOURS BOTH DAYS 7:30AM TO CLOSE OF SHOW “Day-Of-Show” entries taken at these events starting at 7:30AM! NCA & Sirius About Dogs Magnuson Park, Seattle, WA National Canine Association, Inc. 5 Wagon Wheel Way Ocala, FL 34482 Web Site Address: http://www.nationalcanine.com E-Mail Address: ksawyer@nationalcanine.com This event is being held under NCA Rules and Regulations. Saturday & Sunday, June 20th & 21st, 2009 Do to the unique format of our shows, it may be necessary to reassign breeds and/or add a judge. JUDGES Mrs. Nancy Byrd…….……….......................................................301 E. Leeds Dr., Shelton, WA Mr. Richard Byrd..…....………………………………….……...301 E. Leeds Dr., Shelton, WA Mr. Graeme Daws…………………………………….…22917 Cheryl Dr., Sedro Woolley, WA Mrs. Janice Schreiber………………..……………………............P.O. Box 1006, Graham, WA 98584 98584 98284 98338 JUDGING ASSIGNMENTS Breeds/Groups Sporting Breeds/Group Sat. AM Sat. PM Sun. AM Sun. PM Janice Schreiber Graeme Daws Nancy Byrd Richard Byrd Janice Schreiber Graeme Daws Nancy Byrd Richard Byrd Janice Schreiber Graeme Daws Nancy Byrd Richard Byrd Janice Schreiber Graeme Daws Nancy Byrd Richard Byrd Janice Schreiber Graeme Daws Nancy Byrd Richard Byrd Non-Sporting Breeds/Group Graeme Daws Janice Schreiber Richard Byrd Nancy Byrd Herding Breeds/Group Graeme Daws Janice Schreiber Richard Byrd Nancy Byrd Rare Breeds and Group Graeme Daws Janice Schreiber Richard Byrd Nancy Byrd Companion Dog Graeme Daws Janice Schreiber Richard Byrd Nancy Byrd Junior Showmanship Graeme Daws Janice Schreiber Janice Schreiber Richard Byrd Nancy Byrd Richard Byrd Nancy Byrd Hound Breeds/Group Working Breeds/Group Terrier Breeds/Group Toy Breeds/Group Purebred Best In Show Graeme Daws CLASSES Separate classes for dogs and bitches except for Best of Breed and higher. Puppy 3-6mo, Puppy 6-12mo, Bred by Exhibitor, Open, Winners, Reserve Winners, Best of Breed. Purebred Companion Dogs – ONE CLASS – Sexes combined. (Purebred rescue dogs and all other purebred dogs not eligible to be shown in the regular breed classes or for any other reason.) Junior Showmanship – Beginner 7-9yrs , Junior 10-14yrs, Senior 15-18yrs. Two Tiers – Novice and Open Group & Best In Show Competitions Groups will be judged immediately following the last breed in their respective Group. 2 RIBBON AWARDS Ribbons for all classes. Rosettes for Group First Placements and Best In Show Winners. ENTRY FEES Day-of-Show Entry - $20.00 for each dog, $15.00 for puppies and Junior Showmanship. Saturday & Sunday morning entries taken from 7:30AM to 9:00AM; afternoon entries taken from 7:30AM to 1:00PM. Show Chairperson – Chris Abraham 3913 Road 92, Pasco, WA 99301 (509) 546-0455 – ncaofnw@aol.com Veterinarian – On call. Maps & directions available at show if needed. Ample FREE Parking – Around the building. RV Parking – Available Food – There will be several different food vendors for your convenience. Don’t forget to bring your folding chairs and water for your dog(s). DIRECTIONS TO SHOW From Interstate 5, you can exit at either NE 45th Street (Exit #169) or NE 65th Street (Exit #171). From the I-5 NE 45th Street Exit, go east on 45th, past the University of Washington, and down the 45th Street ramp. Continue East past University Village Shopping Center. Bear left and continue about 2 miles. You will pass Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center and Sand Point Village/Princeton Avenue. From the I-5 NE 65th Street Exit, head East approximately four miles on 65th (stay on the arterial!) until you have crossed Sandy Point Way NE into the NE 65th Street entrance to Sand Point Magnuson Park. Hotels/Motels: Studio 6, Mountlake Terrace, WA – DOGS/$10/night (425) 771-3139 or (888) 897-0202 Quality Inn, Seatac, WA – DOGS/$10/night (206) 241-9292 or (800) 393-1856 WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT THE NCA? RARE BREEDS. The NCA offers a RARE BREED GROUP. This will provide rare breeds an opportunity to gain championship and other titles through national all-breed events. Competition will be within the respective breeds with Best of Breed winners advancing to the RARE BREED GROUP. Group winners will advance to Best in Show. PUREBRED COMPANION DOGS. (This is a dog show class only.) The NCA believes all dogs are created equal. The NCA has established two categories for the purebred companion dog class: PUREBRED RESCUE DOGS – The NCA believes the individuals who own rescue dogs deserve special recognition and accommodations to meet their desire to participate in competitive events. Accordingly, the NCA has established a special registry and competition for these purebred rescue dogs. Purebred rescue dogs should be registered as such on Purebred Rescue Dog NCA Form #4 (not included in this announcement) and when competing at NCA events should be entered in the Purebred Companion Dog class. b) PUREBRED DOGS WHO CANNOT BE SHOWN IN THE REGULAR CLASSES – There are a number of reasons why a properly registered purebred dog cannot be shown in the regular classes for competition. Additionally, an owner may realize that their particular dog is not up to competing in the regular show classes. These purebred dogs should be registered on the enclosed Purebred Single Dog Registration Application NCA Form #1 and when competing at NCA events should be entered in the Purebred Companion Dog class. a) 3 Normally, there will be one class for purebred companion dogs to include dogs and bitches. However, when the number of entries within a particular Group warrants, the dogs may compete by Group. A Recognition of Achievement certificate will be awarded to a dog that has attained twenty (20) points from this class. SPAYED OR NEUTERD DOGS. While the NCA values the role of the breeder, we believe the sport of dogs should be opened to more than just breeding stock. Therefore, properly registered purebred dogs, which have been neutered or spayed, are eligible to be shown and compete in the regular classes of their respective breed through Best of Breed, Group and Best in Show provided the breed standard does not specifically disqualify spayed or neutered dogs. (If the breed standard states spayed or neutered as a disqualification, these dogs may be entered in the Purebred Companion Dog class.) CONCERNING NCA REGISTRATION OF DOGS FOR THOSE DOGS NOT PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED WITH THE NCA – IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED ELIGIBLE DOGS BE REGISTERD ALONG WITH DAY-OF-SHOW ENTRY or by mailing an NCA registration application (included with this event announcement) directly to the NCA. Dogs must be eligible for registration by being registered with one of the NCA recognized registries, i.e. American Kennel Club, Canadian Kennel Club, United Kennel Club, etc. It is important to note that in order for the Winners D/B, BOB, Group and BIS winners to be awarded points toward their NCA championship, they MUST be registered with the NCA within twenty-one (21) days after the show date. Registration applications are available on our web site www.nationalcanine.com, (click on “FORMS”) or by emailing ksawyer@nationalcanine.com. Submit with check to NCA, 5 Wagon Wheel Way, Ocala, FL 34482 or with your entries. You MUST attach a copy of the dog’s other registration papers, i.e. AKC, CKC, UKC, or any other NCA recognized registry. List ONE OWNER. Registration applications will also be available at the show. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PASS ON THIS INFORMATION TO ANY DOG RELATED LIST YOU ARE ON, OR ANY WEB SITE YOU MAY BE ASSOCIATED WITH. COPIES MAY BE MADE OF ENTRY FORMS AND NCA REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS. NCA SHOW ANNOUNCEMENTS, ENTRY FORMS AND FUTURE NCA EVENTS ARE AVAILABLE ON OUR WEB SITE www.nationalcanine.com. “DAY-OF-SHOW” ENTRIES will be taken each day from 7:30 AM to 9:00AM for morning shows and 7:30 AM to 1:00PM for afternoon shows. NCA CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS EXPLAINED 100 POINTS REQUIRED TO BE CERTIFIED AS AN NCA CHAMPION. THE AWARDING OF POINTS IS CUMULATIVE, whereby one (1) point is awarded for each Dog/Bitch defeated with a minimum five (5) points for WD/WB. A maximum of thirty-five (35) points awarded at any one show. A non NCA champion Group winner receives one (1) point for every dog/ bitch competing within the Breed classes in their respective Group up to thirty-five (35) points. Second place winner receives one (1) point for every dog/bitch exhibited in the breeds within the Group minus the number of dogs/bitches exhibited in the breed of the Group winner. Third place winner receives one (1) point for every dog/bitch exhibited in the breeds within the Group minus the number of dogs/bitches exhibited in the breeds of the first and second Group winners. Fourth place winner receives one (1) point for every dog/bitch exhibited in the breeds within the Group minus the number of dogs/bitches exhibited in the breeds of the first, second and third place Group winners. 4 National Canine Association Official Entry Form Saturday & Sunday, June 20th & 21st, 2009 Sand Point Magnuson Park Hanger 30 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA. 98115 DAY-OF-SHOW ENTRIES: $20.00 for entry of each dog and $15.00 for Puppy or Jr. Showmanship. Make Checks or Money Orders Payable to: NCA. Entries will be taken each day from 7:30AM to 9:00AM for morning shows; 7:30AM to 1:00PM for afternoon shows; Morning show judging starts 9:30AM and afternoon show judging starts at 1:15PM . PLEASE NOTE: Review instructions on reverse side before filling out entry form. Numbers in ( ) below refer to corresponding paragraphs on reverse side. IMPORTANT - PLEASE PRINT. Due to “Day-of-Show” entries, no catalogs will be available. CHECK ONE, TWO, THREE OR ALL FOUR: ENTERING SAT. AM SHOW_______ ENTERING SAT. PM SHOW_______ ENTERING SUN. AM SHOW_______ ENTERING SUN. PM SHOW_______ I enclose:$U.S.______________________________for entry fees. NCA Registration #________________________________ If not, indicate AKC, UKC, etc., Reg. #________________________________________ Breed_______________________________________ Variety (see # 1 reverse side)________________________ Sex____ DOB___________________ Dog Show Class (see # 2 reverse side) ____________________________ Name of Dog______________________________________________________________________________ Breeder___________________________________________________________________________________ Sire______________________________________________________________________________________ Dam_____________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Jr. Handler: ______________ Age: Class:________________________ Owner (see #3 reverse side)__________________________________________________________________ Street Address_____________________________________________________________________________ City_____________________________________________ State_________ Zip Code______________ I certify I am the owner or the agent of the owner of the dog listed above. I agree to comply with the rules and regulations of the National Canine Association, Inc. in effect at this time and to any additional provisions published in the events schedule for this event. It is further certified that to the best of my knowledge and belief, the dog entered herein has never acted in such a manner as to be a hazard to any person or dog. I also understand and agree that the decision of the judge is final in every respect including placements, excusals and disqualifications. Signature________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone ( H ) _________________________ (W) __________________________(C) ________________________ EMAIL (Please Print Clearly!)_____________________________________________________________ To receive championship points, dog MUST be registered with the NCA. All registration forms are available on our web site at www.nationalcanine.com or by emailing ksawyer@nationalcanine.com . Any of these forms may be reproduced. Instructions For Front Corresponding # in ( ) (1) VARIETY - If a dog is entered in a breed which has a variety, you must designate the variety. (2) CLASS - Puppy (6-12mo), Bred by Exhibitor (dog must be handled by the breeder, co-breeder or immediate family member), Open (for all dogs of the respective breed over the age of six months) and Best of Breed (for NCA champions of record and Winners Dog/Bitch on the day). Any dog or bitch that has attained its NCA championship may be shown in Best of Breed competition. Dogs or bitches who have attained their championship, according to their owner's records and who have not received official notification from the NCA, may be shown for a period of 120 days in Best of Breed Competition. Junior Showmanship – Beginners 7-9yrs, Juniors 10-14yrs, Seniors 15-18yrs. Two Tiers – Novice and Open. Novice, for any child not winning three first place awards, with competition. Open, for any child who has received three first place awards, with competition. (3) OWNER – A dog must be entered in the name of the individual who actually owned the dog at the time entries closed for this event. List ONE owner only. Rules and Regulations for NCA Canine Registration and Performance Events posted at www.nationalcanine.com. Agreement I acknowledge that the "Rules and Regulations for NCA Canine Registrations and Performance Events" have been made available to me, and that I am familiar with them. I waive any and all claims, causes of action, I might otherwise have against the NCA and any NCA approved Judge, judging at this event, under NCA rules and regulations. I agree that the club holding this event or the NCA has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club or NCA shall deem to be sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of the event and of the opportunity to participate in all offerings at this event including prizes and awards of any sort, I agree to hold this club and its members, the NCA, directors, governors, officers, agents, superintendents or event secretary and the owner or lessor of the premises and any employees of the aforementioned parties, harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person, property or thing by the act of this dog or myself while in or upon the event premises or grounds or near any entrance thereto, and I personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I further agree that the aforementioned parties shall be held harmless from any claim for loss of this dog by disappearance, theft, death or otherwise and from any claim for damage or injury to the dog, whether such loss, disappearance, theft, damage or injury, be caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of the NCA or this club or any of the parties aforementioned, or by the negligence of any other person for any other reasons or happenings. I assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any loss and expense (including but not limited to court costs and attorneys fees by all parties) 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(s), including myself or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my participation in this event, howsoever such injuries, death or damage to property may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents, or any other person.