For the safety of our fellow competitors, ALL dogs will be required to be kenneled or on a 6ft leash at least 10 yards from the field while not competing

 

Player Conduct:

• Players must read and sign the Liability Waiver and Publicity Release prior to competing (this will be avaiable at the admin table day of event).
• Players are expected to treat all competitors, dogs, judges and staff with kindness and respect.
• Players are to present themselves in a positive light and assist to the best of their ability in creating a positive fun atmosphere at UpDog events
• Players are responsible for their own safety and that of their dog at all times

Canine Age limits:

• Frizgility, FunKey, 7 Up: dogs must be at least 12 months old
• All Other Games:  No age restrictions; however, competitors are expected to keep their dog’s health and safety at the forefront of their game play. 

Run Limits:

Dogs are limited to running 10 rounds or less per day regardless of the handler.  Points submitted for runs over the amount of 10 runs will not upload to the UpDog system.  It is up to the handler(s) to ensure they enter the proper amount of runs per day and are aware that if entering over 10 runs some will not count.  

Bitches in heat:
Bitches in heat are allowed to play provided they wear panties. Please notify the head judge or admin team ASAP so we can plan accordingly. 

Additional Rules:

• Treats/cookies are not allowed on the field and may not be used as a lure or reward on the competition field.

• Use of a non-audible tug toy (ex: no squeakers) is allowed in level 1 to encourage a dog to return the disc. Tugging on the disc itself is allowed at any level.

• Prong, choke, electronic and other such training collars are not allowed on the competition field during the event. (Martingale collars, slip leads and head halters are allowed.)

• For all games other than those with obstacles there are no additional restrictions on what collars, harnesses, vests, bandannas, etc. can be worn as long as the dog’s movement is not restricted, and no safety hazard is posed.

• Games with obstacles (Example: Frizgility):  Only flat buckle collars with no dangling tags may be worn.  This is to prevent injury.  Dogs may run “naked” (no collar).  If you are in doubt about your dog’s attire, please see the head judge for a ruling prior to the competition start time.

• Canine eyewear such as Rex Specs are allowed in non-crossover games (disc only games) at any time, no veterinarian note is required. For crossover games (agility/disc combo games – Example: Frizgility) a signed letter by a veterinarian stating the dog has a medical condition that necessitates the use of canine eyewear during disc play is required.  The letter should be available for the head judge to review at any time.

• Use of a long line is allowed in level 1 for games other than the agility crossover games and freestyle. However, if the head judge deems that use of the long line is dangerous for either member of the team their round should be stopped.

• Nature breaks: Competitors are expected to walk their dogs prior to taking the field to ensure that the likelihood of an on-field nature break is diminished. If a dog eliminates on the field, time will not stop and no penalty points will be assessed. The player should clean up after their dog as soon as the round is complete. If a dog soils the field numerous times within a competition the host club has the right to ask the handler to refrain from playing the dog the rest of the day.

• Video review: Calls made by the head judge are final and are not subject to video review.

 

Volunteers

We’re looking for some awesome volunteers to help out as line judges to keep our events running smoothly! It’s a great way to support our dog sport community, stay close to the games, and earn $5 off your entry fees for every game you offer to help with. We’d love to have you join us and be part of what makes each event so fun!

A quick note: volunteers may sign up to judge one game per day.

We kindly ask that you be available for the entire game unless you are running your dog. To help make things easier for you, we may place you first or last in the run order so you can volunteer without missing your run. Per UpDog rules, each run needs at least one line judge or secondary judge alongside the head judge, and your help makes all the difference.

All entry fees are non-refundable once submitted. The only exception is in the event of a verified canine or handler injury, in which case a refund may be considered. If you have any questions or concerns, please notify East Valley Sport Dog Club at infoevddc@gmail.com as soon as possible.