Egyptian Event Europe 2008 The Egyptian Event Europe is open to straight Egyptian horses, according to the definition of the Pyramid Society Europe and that are registered in any WAHO recognized studbook, by closing date of entry. National registries will be responsible for confirming the date of registration. Entries must either present a relevant registration certificate or enclosed with the entry, a letter by the register confirming that the registration will be completed by the date of the show on the basis that the documentation required for the registration of the horse has been received. All the entries must be accompanied by these documents and the passport of the horse, including a graphic description (foreign horses) and a chip number to check the identity of the horses. The nationality of the horse will be determined by the studbook in which the horse is registered at the closing date of the entries. No horse will be permitted to enter the show ring unless its name and all other relevant details have been printed in the catalogue. Foal classes are open to foals aged 4 weeks and older born in 2008. Entry form without a valid signature and a copy of the registration certificate are void. In hand Classes 1. Filly foals 2. Colt foals 3. Yearling fillies 4. Yearling colts 5. Junior fillies 6. Junior colts 7. Junior fillies 8. Junior colts 9. Senior mares 10 Senior mares 11. Senior mares 12. Mares with foal at side 13. Senior stallions 14. Senior stallions 15. Senior stallions age 4 weeks and older 4 weeks and older 1 year old 1 year old 2 years old 2 years old 3 years old 3 years old 4-6 years old 7-9 years old 10-16 years old 4 years and older 4-6 years old 7-9 years old 10-16 years old year of birth 2008 2008 2007 2007 2006 2006 2005 2005 2004-2002 2001-1999 1998-1992 2004 and + 2004-2002 2001-1999 1998-1992 1 Get of sire- Get of dam These classes are open only for straight Egyptian purebred Arabian horses. 16. Get of dam to be represented by the dam plus two offspring (1 son plus 1 daughter, 2 sons or 2 daughters, or the dam with daughter and 1 grandchild (colt or filly) - but not a son with a grandchild). 17. Get of sire as it is not compulsory that the sire be in attendance he will be represented by three direct descendants or two direct and one indirect descendants. In these classes no winner will be announced. Participation in this class only costs €70 for all group representatives plus stabling fee per horse. Any of these horses nominated for any other show class/classes have to pay additional entry fees. Native costume (Ridden Classes) –Liberty Egyptian related horses with 50% Egyptian blood are welcome in these classes. This means that these horses need to be Egyptian sired or have an Egyptian dam. Native costume A. Mares 3 year and older after 2005 B. Stallions and geldings 3 year and older after 2005 Liberty C. Mares 1 year and older after 2007 D. Stallions and geldings 1 year and older after 2007 Most Classic head (open for straight Egyptians only) E. F. Mares Stallions 1 year and older 1 year and older after 2007 after 2007 No class up to 20 entries will be split. Classes with less than 5 entries can be combined with the next age group. The age groups of the classes 9-14 may be rearranged to overcome any undue imbalance in the size of classes. Judges Mrs. Joanne Lowe, UK Mrs. Renata Schibler, Switzerland Mr. Gianmarco Aragno, Italy Mr. Jay Constanti, USA Mr. Mark Ismer, Germany 2 Method of judging In hand classes Type, head, neck and shoulder, body and top-line, legs and movement will each be awarded points from 1-20 by each of the judges. Half points will be given. Type will be multiplied by 2. Rules for ties In the event of a tie, the higher place will be given to the horse with the most points for type. If there is still a tie the higher place will be given to the horse with the most points for movements. Failing a decision on either of these, the judges will be required to state their opinion. Championships Horses placed first and second in each class qualify for the appropriate championship. First placed horses will line up, second placed horses will be lined up behind. The champion will be selected from the first front rank. When the champion has been selected the reserve will be selected in the same way from the other first placed horses, together with all the second placed horses. If a first placed horse is unable to compete for a championship instead of this first placed horse the second placed horse from the same class may compete as being first placed. If a first placed horse is requested to leave the ring during a championship, it is supposed to have been competing for this championship. The female and male with the highest scores will receive an award. There will be also given a trophy to the best horse in the show, chosen out the 4 champions. This horse will be awarded BEST STRAIGHT EGYPTIAN HORSE of 2008 In hand classes Only one handler per horse is permitted in the ring. Assistants are allowed in the ring. The horses must be shown with normally accepted bridles or head collars which are of sufficient strength to ensure the horse does not get loose in the ring. Colts and stallions aged 3 years and over must wear a bit. The penalty for owners of the horses which get loose in the ring will be an immediate fine of €100 for each offence and the horse will be shown last in his class. 3 Prices and rosettes All horses competing will receive a rosette and a memorial. The first placed horses receive a trophy. All champions and reserve champions receive a trophy. Entries and closing dates The closing date of the entries is 11th of July 2008. Late entries are possible by paying double entry fee. Entries and stable reservations must be made on the appropriate form. Documents A photocopy of the presently valid registration document and pedigree showing name of the horse, sex, date of birth, breeder, owner and graphic description should accompany the entry of each exhibit so that errors in the catalogue and allocation of horses to wrong classes are avoided. Where only the year is given as date of birth, horses will be considered to have been born on 1st of January. Conditions of payment Entry and stabling fees should be paid by a bank draft payable to Egyptian Event Europe vzw Hansenstraat 19 3690 Zutendaal Bankaccount: 735-0161845-37 IBAN: BE35 7350 1618 4537 BIC: KREDBEBB For foreigners outside Europe please add €15 to the total amount payable. The entry, stabling and publicity fees as sponsoring should be paid before 20th of July. Entry fees Entry and stable together Entry fees per in hand exhibit Stable Stabling covers up to 5 nights. €130 €75 €75 Entry form should be posted to the secretary by: Fax +3289 612 058 Email obenge@hotmail.com obentom@hotmail.com Or online www.egyptian-event-europe.com 4 Stabling The horses will be stabled in high quality stables. Stabling available for 5 nights (from Wednesday noon till Monday noon) The horses can arrive between 07.00. and 20.00 hours. Horses that arrive before or after need to call the stable manager (Luc) at this number: +32494472837 The owners are requested to take feeding for the horses with them. Straw (for all weekend) will be present at the stables by arriving. Wood shavings will be available for €10 (please note this at the entry). Hay will be available for free!!! Drugs Horses can be tested for the use of prohibited substances. Starting order The show organizers will decide the classes. The starting order will be decided by age. From youngest to oldest. Identification of the horses Each exhibit will be identified on the basis of the registration papers, passports and chip-numbers (according to the new chip rules). Vaccinations All horses have to had their vaccination certificate endorsed by a veterinary officer. Horses need two primary vaccinations against influenza not less then 21 days and not more then 92 days apart. Thereafter booster injections must have been given at intervals of not more then 6 months. No horse will be accepted if it has received an injection of influenza vaccine within ten days prior to the show. Horses without a valid vaccination certificate will not be allowed to compete. Documents will be checked. Upon arrival the original vaccination documents must be handed to the show office, where they will be checked. A vaccination against ringworm is recommended. Horses with an apparent clinical sign of a disease may not participate in the show at the discretion of the DC Vet. If the DC vet diagnoses an apparent clinical sign of a contagious disease, the horse must be put immediately into quarantine and may not participate. 5 Showers Showers for grooms will be available on the showground at EUROTEL. Doctor, Veterinary and blacksmith A veterinarian and farrier will be available throughout the show. First aid assistance will be available by the Red Cross. A doctor can be called in case of an emergency. Any incurred bill must be covered by the exhibitor. Costs The organizers, Egyptian Event vzw, accept no liability for exhibitors costs. Liability disclaimer The organizers shall not be liable for death, injury, disease or damage to any person, horse or property however caused. It is, furthermore, an express condition of entry that each entrant shall indemnify the organizers against all actions, costs, claims, demands or liability whatever arising out of any action in which he or she may be concerned. Changes The organizers have the right to cancel all arrangements at their discretion in the event of an ACT of GOD Important Closing date: 10th of July Entry form should be posted to the secretary by: Fax +3289 612 058 Email obenge@hotmail.com obentom@hotmail.com Or online www.egyptian-event-europe.com Book the gala diner, hotel and VIP as soon as possible Ring assistants are allowed NEW Class: Mares with foal at side, 4 years and older 6