Versatility Test: Obedience Test Requirements

VERSATILITY TEST: OBEDIENCE TEST REQUIREMENTS

Vizslas taking this Test must score at least fifty percent (50%) in each of the following exercises:

1. HEEL ON LEAD 20 POINTS

This exercise shall be executed in a simple “L” pattern. Orders and scoring shall be the same as written in the AKC Novice Obedience Regulations with the exception of the sit at the handler’s halt which is not a requirement but is allowed at the handler’s option. In place of the sit the dog may stand at the handler’s left side. The handler must state prior to the exercise whether the dog will sit or stand and will be scored accordingly. There will be no Figure Eight exercise.

2. HEEL FREE 20 POINTS

This exercise will be executed as above in the HEEL ON LEAD.

3. STAND FOR EXAMINATION 30 POINTS

Orders and scoring for this exercise shall be the same as written in the AKC Novice Obedience Rules and Regulations.

4. RECALL 30 POINTS

Orders and scoring shall be the same as written in the AKC Novice Obedience Rules and Regulations with the exception that the dog may be left sitting or standing and upon recall may stand or sit within reach of the handler to the front or the side. The handler must state prior to the exercise whether his dog will sit or stand and will be scored accordingly. This exercise will be considered complete when the dog recalls to the handler.

5. STAY EXERCISE 30 POINTS

This exercise shall be performed as a group exercise. Orders and scoring shall be the same as those for the AKC Novice Group exercise with the exception that a minimum of three (3) dogs shall be required and that the dog may be left in a sit, stand or down position as desired by the handler. The dog’s position must be stated prior to the exercise. The dog must remain in the position commanded by the handler and will be scored accordingly. This exercise shall be for three (3) minutes.

VERSATILITY TEST

JUDGE’S SCORE FOR OBEDIENCE

NAME OF CLUB ___________________________________DATE ____________

NAME OF DOG __________________________________AGE___________

HEEL ON LEAD 20 POINTS

Deductions for additional commands, forging, lagging, poor sits/stands, failure to change pace noticeably

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HEEL FREE 20 POINTS

Deductions as above in HEEL ON LEAD

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STAND FOR EXAMINATION 30 POINTS

Deductions for rough treatment of dog, active resistance of dog, movement of dog’s feet during the exercise, dog’s moving away or sitting after judge completes exam. A dog that shows shyness, growls, snaps or that sits or moves away during the exercise shall be scored zero.

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RECALL 30 POINTS

Deductions for slow response, change of position when left, touching handler on recall. A dog that does not stay where commanded, does not come on command and does not recall within reach of the handler shall be scored zero.

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STAY EXERCISE 30 POINTS

Deductions for moving minor distance, minor barking or whining, positioning of dog using hands, change of position upon handler’s return. A dog shall be scored zero for moving a substantial distance, excessive barking or whining, bothering other dogs or for changing position during the stay

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PASS FAIL TOTAL SCORE_______________

VIZSLAS MUST SCORE AT LEAST 50% IN EACH OF THE EXERCISES

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JUDGE’S SIGNATURE___________________________________________________