Ready. Set. ACT !!!

September 21 at Agility Rush

This titling event is designed specifically for beginning agility dogs and their handlers.  The American Kennel Club (AKC) program, ACT is a fun way to put your training to the test in a real agility trial setting.  And, you can earn a title or more in one day!

There are four levels of ACT events: ACT1, ACT2, ACT1J, and ACT2J.  ACT 1 & ACT 1J are designed to test beginning level sequencing and performance skills.  ACT 2 & ACT 2J require more skill and navigation of more obstacles. They will have two runs each of ACT 1 & 2 Standard and Jumpers at this event giving you the chance to earn four AKC titles.

You’ll also learn to complete an AKC entry form, check in at the ring, practice getting your dog measured, enter and exit the ring, and handle your dog with a judge nearby. 

Offical registration information can be found in the premium available here. Dogs must be 15 months old to enter and not have earned any higher agility titles. AKC registration required, If your dog is not registered, you may include an AKC Canine Partner registration form. Entries must be received before the maximum number of 90 runs for the day is reached.

• When: September 21, 2024, Site opens 8:00 am, Required briefing starts at 8:45 am, ACT1 testing starts at 9:30.
• Cost: $20.00 for the first run, $15.00 for each additional run of the same dog; Includes $5.00 AKC recordsing fee per run.
• Evaluator: Walter Horowitz
• Where:

Agility Rush K9 Performance Center
740 Quaker Hwy
Uxbridge, MA 01569.

Agility Rush is a 100 x 60 Agility training center with all AKC approved obstacles. It is run by John Nys

Mail your entry forms with payments, payable to Ocean State Agility Club to:
OSAC
c/o Walter Horowitz
30 Abalone Rd.
Saunderstown, RI 02874

Confirmations will be sent by email to those including a legible email address on their entry form.

Email questions to Walter Horowitz at walter@mardovar.com.

More informatoion about the AKC ACT program can be found at the AKC Web Site