CLOSED no longer taking entries
Sniff & Go April 10,2022
held @ Swim Doggie Swim 261043 US 101, Sequim
direct questions to seachangecanine@gmail.com
Premium below:
“Sniff and Go” style. Enter the front , sniff 4 INTERIOR searches , exit the rear and go.! For the “Later “ group some hides may be “nested”. Nested means we will keep a hide in place from the “Earlier” runs. There will be no intentionally placed distractors.
$35 per run for Earlier and $40 per run for Later. Exact Cash only (no checks or cards). Payable day of event.
TIME- The earlier group will start at 9 :00. Due to tiny parking area we will have a better idea when we know how many are attending. This will go fast. (Later group probably start around 1 ?) a run order and times will be emailed before the event.
Accepting registration March 28, 9 am.
Search area consists of: carpet, rubber floor ramps and painted sandy floor that has a somewhat hollow sound (like a deck). The pool will be closed and covered.
Email with questions or problems with registration. sccanine@gmail.com
All questions with an asterisk must be answered for registration to send. *
PREMIUM:
Registration to be made online only. $35 (per run for Earlier) $40 (per run Later) Exact Cash payment (no checks or cards) accepted Day of Sniff and Go.
3/12 - COVID-19 Special events-to protect our Judges and Volunteers there will be no spectators or guests allowed. Leave additional people at home. MASKS that snuggly cover nose and mouth (no shields) are to be worn indoors and maintain social distance masked or no mask. .
Event attendees are required to adhere to the Covid 19 rules stated :
*Everyone at the event, regardless of vaccination status, must wear a mask(snug mask that covers nose and mouth -only) while indoors and keep social distance masked or not outdoors. Many of our volunteers are immune compromised or have loved ones who are — for this reason we ask that masks be worn at all times, no matter your vaccination status, while indoors. .
*Everyone at the event must sign a waiver with the following info:
*”I represent and affirm that to the best of my knowledge and belief: (1) I do not have COVID-19 nor am I waiting for test results; (2) I have not been tested and found positive for COVID-19 or if I have tested positive for COVID-19, I certify that I have been released by government officials and/or health care providers to resume normal activity without limit; (3) I have not during the past 14 days experienced symptoms associated with COVID-19 including fever, coughing, or shortness of breath OR if I have had symptoms, I am now symptom free and have had a negative test; and (4) I have not within the past 14 days, to the best of my knowledge and belief, been in contact with or exposed to any known carrier of COVID-19 OR if I have been in contact with a known carrier, I have had a negative test. I am representing my condition as of signing, and if, as of the later time of the event, there has been any change in any of the conditions represented, I am obligated to formally notify the event host of the changed conditions at the time of and before participating in the event. I agree to follow any specific event guidelines, precautions and requirements to mitigate the possibility of event participants or attendees contracting or spreading COVID-19. I understand the risks of contracting or being exposed to COVID-19 associated with my attendance at this event, and I knowingly accept those risks. I agree to waive, release and hold harmless all Released Parties from and against any claim, liability, loss or expense arising from or based upon a COVID-19 infection acquired by myself or any of my family members or associates as a result of or contemporaneous with attendance or participation at this event.”
Everyone at the event is to maintain social distance and be respectful of the wishes of others.
Trial Entry opens March 28 @ 9 am
Entry Method: All entries will be made thru the website at seachangecanine.com on the events page. Paper , phone entries or just showing up, will not be accepted. You will receive a confirmation from sccanine@gmail. com to let you know if your entry has been given a space in the event.
How many dogs?: One entry form per dog per level. Fill out one form per dog. The dog can only run with one handler. You may run two dogs in the same level. You will be asked which dog you want to run the search blind.
In the event that you are having technical difficulties entering email seachangecanine@gmail.com
The trial host of an event has the right to refuse entry of any competitor or dog for just cause. Just cause includes lack of adherence to trial rules and guidelines and the policies outlined in each event entry premium.
Some trial entries may be given priority entry based on contributions to the organization and the trial process.
If you have a spam blocker on your email account, please configure it to allow email from seachangecanine@gmail.com in order to ensure delivery of confirmation and information about this trial.
Parking: The parking lot is paved with no shade available. The parking lot is very small .
Reactive Dog Parking: There will not be reactive dog parking at this event. We will try to give you space if we are notified of reactive dog status in entry. For safety reasons we cannot accept human reactive dogs at this event.
Unentered Dogs: Unentered dogs must remain in the competitor’s vehicle during the event. There will be potty areas,to potty unentered dog if needed, then return to car. Unentered dogs should not be allowed to “play”, exercise, or train on the trial grounds.
Dog Policies:
* All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all times when not being tested. NO flexi-leashes while not participating in a competition search.
Dogs that need space from dogs may wear a red bandana(not maroon) , provided by the dog’s handler, to help signal others that the dog needs extra space from dogs. We want worried dogs to feel safe and be able to play.
Dogs will be toileted in designated areas and handlers must pick-up and pack your waste out with you. Bring poop bags.
Dogs and handlers must stay in designated areas to avoid contaminating testing space, interrupting a test, or from viewing any part of the testing.
Competitors are expected to keep their dogs confined in a crate or vehicle when not competing. The logistics of a trial typically do not allow for dogs to hang out on leash in between searches. Your dog should be mentally resting while waiting. Competitors should plan to provide their own shade using canopies or shade cloths.
No prong collars, choke chains, E or Shock collars or halti/head collars are permitted at Sea Change Canine events.
Females in Season: Will be allowed to run wearing “pants” at the very end of the running orders after all other dogs have been judged. Females in season will be parked and pottied in areas separate from the other dogs while at the trial if the location logistics permit. Handlers must contact seachangecanine@gmail.com so plans can be made for the dog in heat.
There is NO SMOKING. No smoking, vaping or E cigarettes allowed on trial/event grounds.
Liability: By registering for the trial, the competitor hereby assumes all risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to her/himself or to her/his property or to others, resulting from the actions of her/his dog. The competitor expressly agree that theSea Change Canine llc, Sarah Becker and its assignees or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances, for injury, and/or damage to her/himself, for loss or injury to property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes. The competitor also agrees to assume all financial liability that may be incurred by Sea Change Canine llc due to the actions of themselves or their dogs regardless of the cause.
Sportsmanship: All competitors/handlers and spectators are expected to follow the rules and demonstrate good sportsmanship. This includes making sure the hide placements are unknown to the handler prior to testing and kept secret from other competitors. Please do not discuss hide placement or any details of a dog's performance that may provide information or clues to other handlers or may be overheard.
Spectators- no spectators
At this time we will not be accepting spectators, unless you have a disability and need assistance. This location is too small to allow spectators. We have also made this decision to keep our volunteers and judges safe in the limited space of the event location. If you have a disbility and need a support person let us know in advance.
An adult accompanying a minor may/must be present during the searches. Let us know in advance if this is the case.
Everyone at the site must sign the waiver provided by the host and comply with all event requirements.
Competitors are not allowed to watch the trial at any time.
Video or photography - There is no photography or video allowed by competitors, spectators or volunteers.
Questions all trial related questions contact Sarah Becker sccanine@gmail.com
Questions? email sccanine@gmail.com