OPEN WORKING DOG TRIAL NOMINATION FORM

NOMINATIONS OPEN: 23RD FEBRUARY 2026

NOMINATIONS CLOSE: 20TH MARCH 2026

NOMINATION FEE: $60 PER DOG (Inc GST)

Direct Deposit:

Account Name: Ray White Livestock Rockhampton

BSB: 084-901

Account Number: 933 567 834

Reference: Surname ODT

NO LATE OR UNPAID ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED

NO REFUND WILL APPLY ON WITHDRAWN ENTRIES UNLESS ACCOMPINIED BY A VET CERTIFICATE. COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CAP NUMBERS IF REQUIRED.

 

GARY WENDT: 0428 184 875

ABE GRAHAM: 0428 829 263

OFFICE: (07) 49 334 503

EMAIL: working.dog@raywhite.com

1. Each dog shall have 3 head of cattle (weaners where possible)

2.Should the judge deem necessary, they may order fresh cattle during the trial.

3.The competitor, with their dog will stand at a point indicated by the judge.

4.The competitor shall not be allowed to assist their dog in any way except by signal, whistle or wordof mouth. All competitors may carry a whip or drafting cane but it must not exceed 24” (60cm). Allcompetitors.

5. The competitor must walk, not trot, nor run, in a direct line from one obstacle to the next and notstop to work their dog. They must not leave the peg at the obstacle, until the cattle are clear of thatobstacle, or they will be asked to rework the obstacle.

6. Points will be deducted if a competitor shifts from their position at the obstacle, dawdles betweenobstacles, moves off course or assists their dog by unfair manoeuvre.

7. After the expiration of half time the judge has the power to intimate to the competitor that they haveno chance of making the final.

8. A dog can be disqualified for tail swinging, rough work or out of control.

9. The judge’s decision shall be final.

10. During a trial the judges shall notify the competitor by bell, whip or whistle either the expiration of timeor disqualification, if necessary.

11. The organising committee in consultation with the judges will be responsible for setting the obstacles,the course and the running of a high standard trial.

12. The time starts when the competitor casts their dog. 6 mins are allowed to complete the course.

13. The dog is being judged from the time it enters the ring until the time it leaves.

14. If the cattle have passed through the obstacle before the competitor is in position at the obstacle, thecattle must be reworked except at the pen. If the cattle enter the pen before the competitor is at the peg,the competitor must walk to the peg whilst holding the gate then close the gate to complete the course.

15. The dog will not receive a score unless the course or time is completed.

16. Points may be deducted from:

a) A tail turn

b) Each time cattle circle an obstacle

c) A show of disinterest by a dog

d) Cattle going off course and out of position

e) Dog not covering cattle and out of position

f) Urinating or defecating – 5 point penalty for either

g) A competitor must not touch their dog until the course is completed

CAST – 5 POINTS

DRAW – 5 POINTS

GATE – 10 POINTS

RACE – 10 POINTS

PEN – 10 POINTS

GENERAL WORK – 60 POINTS

NO DELIVERY NO SCORE

Note: The judge and committee have the discretion to alter the points system, as they see fit.

1. All competitors are required to show sportsmanship and conduct themselves with honour, integrity and decorum while in the trial arena.

2. Competitors are prohibited from using foul language while competing – anyone using foul language while on the course will be penalised through the loss of points (at the judge’s discretion) and an official warning;

3. The use of physical force against any dog – whether its working or not – at a trial is prohibited;

4. The use of training collar on any dog – whether its working or not – at a trial is prohibited;

5. All competitors must ensure the comfort of their dogs while at a trial – i.e they have sufficient water and shelter;

6. All competitors must treat the judge with respect;

7. All competitors to acknowledge that the judge’s decision is final and that it is not subject to appeal.

8. The abuse of judges, committee members and cattle donors will not be tolerated.