Rules and Regulations
ANKC Guidelines & Agility Rules
Members are expected to be familiar with the ANKC Agility Safety Guidelines. Copies of this document, along with the ANKC Agility & Jumping Rules, are available at the club or can be downloaded from the Agility SA website.
ADCSA Constitution
The Agility Dog Club of SA is an Incorporated Association. A copy of the current ADCSA Constitution can be accessed here.
Training Rules & Expectations
General Safety
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Dogs may not wear slip collars or any attachments that could catch on equipment.
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Training is undertaken at the dog and handler’s own risk, although all due care is taken by the club.
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Equipment must not be used without the permission of an Instructor.
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All courses must be run in numerical order.
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Instructors may ask a handler to leave the training area if their actions place a dog at risk.
Dog Eligibility
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Puppies may begin Puppy Foundation Skills once fully vaccinated.
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Dogs must be 12 months of age before beginning full agility training to ensure their growth plates have closed and they are physically ready for the demands of agility.
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Dogs must be assessed as fit to train by an Instructor on behalf of the Head Instructor.
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Dogs must be under effective control at all times.
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Dogs must have basic obedience skills including especially recall and wait (with the exception of puppies)
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No dog may be off‑lead in the training area without Instructor permission.
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Dogs are not permitted on to use the equipment without an instructors supervision and guidance
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Bitches in heat are not permitted to train at the club
Health Requirements
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Dogs suspected of having, or exposed to, an infectious or contagious disease (e.g., Parvovirus, Kennel Cough) may not train for five weeks from the date of infection or exposure.
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Owners must remove all dog droppings immediately.
Membership Requirements
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Membership badges must be worn during all training sessions.
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Vaccination certificates must be sighted by the Membership Officer within one month of joining or renewing membership.
Collar Requirements
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Only fixed flat collars may be worn during agility training.
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Slip collars, restricted slip collars, check chains, head halters, and body harnesses are not permitted.
