2020 4-H Dog Project Guidelines - Ohio State University · 2020-02-27 · *Bring the dog health...
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2020 4-H Dog Project
Guidelines
OSU Extension - Ashtabula County
39 Wall St. Jefferson, OH 44047 440-576-9008 Fax: 440-576-5821
http://ashtabula.osu.edu
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2020 Dog Guidelines:
201 Dog Project and Record Book: Complete this project and record book every year a dog
project is taken. Get to know all aspects of dog care and welfare while keeping complete records
of your experience as a dog owner. Use one project book each year, even if your dog is involved
in more than one project and even if you have more than one dog. Appropriate for dogs that are
family pets and for dogs that are used for show. Use this book with 201R Dog Resource
Handbook.
201D You and Your Dog: Recommended as a first-year dog project and also as a complement
to other dog projects. (Considered a General Project; will not take dog to the fair or have to do
Skillathon on Super Saturday; but will have to have book graded on Super Saturday.)
201O Obedience: Covers beginning and advanced obedience training.
201S Showmanship: Learn the basics of dog showmanship.
201P Performance: Includes agility, drill team, and other performance events; like rally.
201W Working Dogs: Includes assistance dogs such as Pilot Dogs, Inc., Canine Companions
for Independence, and other service dog organizations.
All projects are included in one book; a Dog Resource Handbook is
needed to complete each project listed. (At least one Resource Handbook is needed per family)
General Guidelines for the Dog Project:
• 2020 Dog Registration and the 2020 Ashtabula County Dog Project Identification Form
(side filled out by parent and member) and Vaccination/Health Certificate side must be
filled out by the vet and be turned in by May 1, 2020 to the OSU Extension Office.
• On March 8, 2020 at 2:00pm at OSU Ext. Office there will an informational meeting for
any members and parents, information about the 4-H Dog Project will be discussed.
• All dogs must be current on Vaccinations until August 15, 2020 and must have their
rabies shot by May 1, 2020.
The committee recommends the Kennel Cough Vaccine because your dog will be around
other dogs.
• Dogs must be six months old by Aug. 1, 2020.
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• NO WOLF OF WOLF HYBRID WILL BE ALLOWED
• All Dog 4-H project members must take Obedience.
• All Dog projects will go through the Dog Skillathon on Saturday, July 11th (except for
201D; which will be judged at general judging in the Expo Building). Please see
Skillathon Sample Score Card for information on what to expect.
• Show levels: Obedience, Showmanship, Rally, and Agility (performance).
- Beginner: first or second year showing a dog.
- Intermediate: third and fourth year showing a dog.
- Advanced: five or more years showing a dog.
(exceptions to these levels may be made by the Specie Chair, Committee and
Extension Educator)
Dog Clinic Guidelines:
• The dog’s license must be shown to the species chair at the first dog clinic.
• Clinics are for all dog project members. All 4-H Members must attend six (6) of the
dog clinics with their dogs. Attendance of the member and their dog to at least one (1)
of the first two clinics, is mandatory, if a member does not meet this requirement they
will not be eligible for Best Total Score awards (awards in each class will still be given).
All clinics will be held at the fairgrounds in the Open Dairy Barn and will start at
6:30pm.
• All dog and handler teams will be evaluated at the first two clinics. The evaluation will
consist of several exercises to be performed by the team. These exercises will allow the
species chair and trainers to determine if the member can safely handle the dog. If it is
determined that a team cannot safely work together they may be dismissed from clinics.
A dog which displays signs of aggression at any point throughout the clinics may be
asked to leave for the day; repeat offenders* will be dismissed from clinics.
*a dog displaying serious aggression may be dismissed from clinics for only one offence,
as deemed appropriate by the species chair and trainers.
• DRESS CODE – No flip flops or sandals, closed toe shoes must be worn. Shorts are
permitted but must be no shorter than three inches above the knee. Shirts cannot be low
cut. Long hair should be pulled back so as not to interfere with normal handling of the
dogs. Any member violating the dress code will be given a warning* for the first offence,
and will be dismissed for the day upon the second violation.
*a violation deemed potentially dangerous, ex. inappropriate footwear, may be cause to
be dismissed for the day on the first offense.
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• There will be NO foul language permitted at any time. Any member or adult using foul
language will be dismissed.
• Please see the information under “Equipment” and be sure to bring the appropriate
supplies to each clinic.
• Clinic Dates are as follows:
-May 7, 2020 -June 4, 2020
-May 14, 2020 -June 11, 2020
-May 21, 2020 -June 18, 2020
-May 28, 2020 -June 25, 2020
-July 2, 2020
-July 9, 2020
-July 16, 2020
-July 23, 2020
-July 30, 2020
All Clinics start at 6:30pm
Show Day and Fair Guidelines:
• The Dog Show will be held on Aug. 6th at 5pm (prior to fair), in the back of the parking
lot or in the Ernie Kaszar Show Barn if it rains.
• The 2020 Ohio 4-H Dog Show Score Sheets will be used for all classes.
• Member’s scores from all their classes will be added together for the Best Total Score
Award. This includes: Skillathon, Obedience, Rally, Showmanship, and Agility. This
award is given in each level (beginner, intermediate, and advanced)
• On the day of the Awards, August 15th at 4pm, all dogs must enter and leave the
fairgrounds at the North Entrance on Poplar Street between Mini Horse Barn and the
Dairy Pole Barn. (Cars may have to be parked in the main lot.)
• All animals coming to the Awards at fair will follow Fair rules for Dogs. There will be
no dogs allowed on the Mid-way. The animal will only be permitted on the grounds
during the awards: not for the week. Once done, the animal must leave the
Fairgrounds.
• DRESS CODE - Exhibitors must be neat, clean, and well groomed in appearance.
Youth with long hair should tie it back. Closed toe shoes are to be worn. Examples of
appropriate show attire includes: slacks and a nice blouse or collared shirt. More details
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on clothing for the show will be covered at the clinics. Violation of this rule will result in
the member being dismissed from the judging.
• There will be NO foul language permitted at any time during the Judging or Awards. Any
member or adult using foul language will be dismissed.
• In show you may be penalized for giving extra commands, for giving treats in the ring
and for soiling the ring. Members and their dogs will be dismissed from the ring if there
is abuse to the animal. Classes include:
- Beginner Obedience
- Intermediate Obedience
- Advanced Obedience
- Beginner Showmanship
- Intermediate Showmanship
- Advanced Showmanship
- Beginner Rally
- Intermediate Rally
- Advanced Rally
- Beginner Agility
- Intermediate Agility
- Advanced Agility
(Awards will be given in each class)
Skillathon:
• Each 4-H member that takes a Dog Project is required to go through Dog Skillathon.
This will be held on Super Saturday (July 11th) from 10am to 1pm at the Fairground.
• All skillathon make-ups will need to be approved before Super Saturday (July 11th) by
the Dog Species Chair and the Dog Committee.
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Equipment:
• Leash: a six foot leash made of leather or nylon is to be used in obedience and rally (no
chain leashes or flexi leashes will be permitted)
• Collar: A chain slip collar is to be used for dogs training/showing in obedience and rally
Under extreme circumstances, such as a medical problem, an alternative maybe
requested. The final decision and approval is determined by the species chair and
Extension Educator.
• For Agility: a tab lead or short leash and flat buckle collar are to be used during agility
training. For the safety of the dogs, no dog shall be permitted on the agility course while
being handled on a metal training collar or any other slip collar.
• For Showmanship: an appropriate show lead for the breed of dog (or breed which the dog
most resembles). In general a fine leather lead (collar and leash are all one piece) in a
color similar to that of the dog. Alternatively, a dog may be shown on a very fine metal
chain slip collar and narrow leash.
• Treats: all treats should be easy to handle, easily consumed by the dog, and small (dogs
will be getting quite a few of them at each clinic). Examples of treats to use include:
cooked and chopped hotdog, commercially packaged soft treats (these may need broken
into smaller pieces), hard cheese (such as cheddar), or cooked and chopped chicken.
Some dogs are happy to work for kibble. Find out what your dog likes most!
• Please bring to the clinics the following equipment:
✓ Clean up bags
✓ Water
✓ Water bowl
✓ Treats
✓ Towels
✓ Training collar
✓ A 6 foot leash
✓ Tab lead and flat buckle collar (for agility)
✓ Show lead (for showmanship)
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Dog Calendar Overview
January: Purchase a 2020 county dog license.
March - April: Make an appointment with your dog’s
veterinarian for health check and vaccines.
*Bring the dog health certificate with you for your vet to
sign.
March 8th: Dog project informational meeting, 2pm at the
Extension Office
By May 1st: Turn in all dog paperwork to the Extension Office.
May-July: Dog training clinics, Thursdays at 6:30pm on the
fairgrounds.
August 6th: Show starts at 5pm.
August 15th: Dog Awards start at 4pm.
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Paperwork:
ALL paperwork is due to the office by May 1st.
All paperwork must be turned in on time to be able to participate.
✓ 2020 Dog Registration
✓ 2020 Ashtabula County Dog Project Identification Form and
Vaccination/Health Certificate
✓ 2020 Dog Guidelines Signature Page
✓ 2020 4-H Dog Project Picture Permission Slip
✓ Permission to Participate
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Dog Skillathon Sample Score Card Station Beginner Intermediate Advanced
Breeds Pick 15 (2 pts each) Pick 25 30 (selected at
random)
Skeleton
0 Pick 5 Pick 10
Parts of the Dog
Pick 10 (2 pts each) Pick 15 Pick 20
Top Lines 4
4 4
Ears Pick 3 3
(selected at random)
3
(selected at random)
Eyes
0 Pick 2 Pick 3
Tails Pick 2 Pick 3 Pick 5
Parasites
Pick 3 – match picture
or description to name
Pick 5 – match picture
or description to name
Pick 5 – match picture
and description to
name
Dog Behavior
8 8 8
Equipment
Pick 10 Pick 15 0
Interview
5 questions (2 pts
each)
5 questions (2 pts
each)
10 questions
Project Book (pts
awarded based on
completion)
10 5 2
TOTAL POSSIBLE
SCORE
100 100 100
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Dog Project Book Page Requirements
Beginner (1-2 years in the project)
Pages: 4-5, 7-8, 10-19, 22-23, 25-36.
Intermediate (3-4 years in the project)
Pages: 4-5, 7-8, 10-19, 22-23, 25-36.
Advanced (5+ years in the project)
Pages: 4-5, 7-8, 10-19, 22-23, 25-36.
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2020 DOG GUIDELINES
SIGNATURE PAGE
With my signature below, I affirm that I have a copy and I have read and
understand the 2020 Dog Guidelines. All participants, members, parents, adult
volunteers, and 4-H staff, shall adhere to the core values and code of conduct
of the 4-H Youth Development Program.
This form needs to be turned into the 4-H dog chairperson, by the first dog
clinic.
Print Exhibitor’s Name_______________________________________________
Exhibitor’s Signature_________________________________________________
Parent’s Signature____________________________________________________
Date____________________________________
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2020 4-H Dog Project Picture Permission Slip
Print Members Name: ________________________________________
I __________________________ give permission for the Dog
Clinic Trainers and Dog Bowl Coaches to take and develop pictures of
my child and their dog during dog clinics and fair related activities. Also
I give permission for my child’s first name and the dogs name to be used
with the pictures. These pictures will be used in fair related activities and
the 4-H Dog scrapbook.
Print Parents Name _________________________________________
Parents Signature ___________________________________________
Date______________________
I___________________________ do not give my permission for
the Dog Clinic Trainers and Dog Bowl Coaches to take and develop
pictures of my child and their dog during clinics and fair related
activities.
Print Parents Name _________________________________________
Parents Signature ___________________________________________
Date______________________
2020 Permission to Participate in Ohio 4-H Dog Activities Disclosure and Release of Claims
I, , have chosen to participate in the Ohio 4-H Dog Program and its related dog activities. I understand that this participation will involve contact with dogs and may give rise to a risk of physical injury. I understand that participation in the 4-H Dog Program is strictly voluntary and is not a requirement for 4-H membership.
I am aware that: 1. Dogs have a tendency to behave in ways that may result in injury to me or other persons in the immediate vicinity;2. Dogs may react in an unpredictable way to unfamiliar environments, sounds, strange odors, sudden movements,
unfamiliar objects, persons, dogs, or other animals;3. I am to listen to adult volunteers, trainers, coaches, and judges when working with my dog(s) in group settings,
and when around other dogs and 4-H members, and people;4. Other participants in the 4-H Dog Program may fail to maintain control over their dogs or fail to act within their
abilities, thus causing harm to me, my dog(s), other participants, volunteers, or spectators;5. Other participants in an activity, event, or program may act in a negligent manner which otherwise may result in
harm to me and/or my dog(s);6. I should be aware of my dog’s body language and stress indicators at all times while we are participating
in 4-H activities;7. I should be able to remove my dog from situations where he/she may respond in a reactive or aggressive
manner;8. If I cannot maintain control over a dog I am using for a 4-H project, I understand that I will not be able to use
this dog for a 4-H project; and9. If a dog I am using for a 4-H project has been or becomes aggressive toward other people and/or other
dogs, I will not be able to continue to use this dog for a 4-H project.
As a parent or guardian, I have discussed with my child the need to follow all safety procedures, behavior guidelines, and other protocols set forth by adult volunteers, and 4-H dog rules and regulations. I understand that my child will receive assistance from a 4-H volunteer leader when engaged in 4-H club workouts and other similar programs and activities involving 4-H members and dogs. I understand the importance of my child belonging to a 4-H dog club or seeking other socialization and training opportunities for my child’s 4-H dog if not enrolled in a 4-H dog club.
In consideration for the opportunity to participate in club, county, regional, and state 4-H dog activities, and the use of services and facilities made available through these 4-H dog activities, I do release and forever discharge for myself and my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, the Ohio 4-H Dog Program professional and volunteer leaders, educators, The Ohio State University and its Board of Trustees, its administrators, faculty and staff, from all claims, demands, and causes of action for personal injury or any other damage which may arise out of or be in any way related to my participation in this activity or program.
I understand and agree that my child is capable of being in control of his/her dog(s) at all times. I understand and agree that if a dog my child is currently using, or plans to use, has been or becomes aggressive toward other people and/or dogs I will not allow my child to use this dog as a 4-H project. I understand that my child is not required to participate in any 4-H dog activity, but grant permission for him/her to do so, despite the possible risks. I recognize that by participating in this activity, as with any activity involving live animals, my child, my child’s dog(s), other people and/or dogs may risk injury. I hereby attest and verify I have been advised of the potential risks, have sought clarification if I have not understood, that I have full knowledge of the risks involved in these activities, and that I assume any expense that may be incurred in the event of an accident, illness, or other incapacity, regardless of whether I have authorized such expenses. As a parent/guardian, I assume the same risk for myself, and other family members and friends present at these dog activities.
Signed: 4-H Member Date:
Signed: Parent or Guardian Date:
This 2020 form MUST be signed and kept on file in the County Extension Office for EACH youth participant in any 4-H dog program activity where the youth takes a live dog as a project. A current form must be signed EACH year and BEFORE a youth participates in the Ohio 4-H Dog Program activities with their project dog(s).
Return to your County Extension Office by:
Parent/Guardian and Club advisors are encouraged to keep a copy.
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OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
2020 _____________________ County Dog Project Identification Form and Vaccination Certificate Show Date _________________________
IDENTIFICATION FORM (To be completed by Exhibitor)
Exhibitors: Complete this identification form. Exhibitors, parents/ guardians must read the statement at the bottom of this section and sign to verify reading the 2020 ___________________________ County Project Requirements (and 2020 Ohio State Fair Dog Show Rules/Show Venue Rules, if applicable) and agree to abide by them, and having a 2020 Permission to Participate form on file in the county Extension office.
Exhibitor’s Name
County Enrolled in 4-H Phone ( )
Mailing Address
City State Zip
Dog’s Call Name
Dog’s Birth Date Age Mo./Day/Yr.
Predominant Breed
Color & Markings
Sex: [ ] Male [ ] Neutered Male [ ] Female [ ] Spayed Female Dog License Tag No. (Must list tag number)
Signatures Required: We verify we have read the 2020 ______________County Project Requirements, and if showing at the OSF, the 2020 Ohio State Fair Jr. Fair Dog Show/Show Venue Rules, and agree to abide by these rules. We have a signed 2019 Permission to Participate in Ohio 4-H Dog Activities Disclosure and Release of Claims form on file in our county Extension office, and agree to be bound by the terms set forth therein.
Exhibitor’s Signature
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date Signed
THIS FORM IS ONE-SIDED. THE BACK SIDE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.
VACCINATION CERTIFICATE – VETERINARIAN MUST COMPLETE THIS ENTIRE SECTION!!
Exhibitors: Take this form to your veterinarian! This Vaccination Certificate MUST be completed and signed by a licensed veterinarian. All dogs MUST have current rabies vaccinations. Your veterinarian must document on this form that your dog’s Rabies vaccination is current by filling in the “Date Expires” blank. Additionally, the Ohio 4-H Dog Program requires all dogs have current vaccinations for Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus for exhibition at the Ohio State Fair Dog Show. Bordetella vaccination is recommended, but not required. Veterinarian protocol for vaccinations will be followed. All vaccinations must be administered by a licensed veterinarian. For the Ohio State Fair Dog Show, all vaccinations must be current through
August 6, 2020. Rabies Date Given Date Expires
Product Serial #
DHLPP Date Given Date Expires
With the exception of Rabies, specific vaccination requirements may be waived as noted by veterinarian in the space below.
Clinic Information Clinic Name
Mailing Address
City State Zip
Administering Veterinarian’s Name
Veterinarian’s Signature
Date Clinic Phone ( ) This certificate is also an acceptable Certificate of Vaccination at the Ohio State Fair Dog Show.