June 2024 AKC Delegate Report - Kathy Rust
Summary
- Increased Participation in Events: Most events saw a rise in entries, with notable gains in Coursing Ability Test (37%), Scent Work (30%), Fast CAT (19%), and Rally (15%). Championship points for Group 2-3-4 placements, introduced in January 2023, helped low-entry breeds earn more points and decrease absentee rates.
- Strategic Planning and New Policies: The AKC is encouraging all clubs to create Strategic Plans to address declining membership and entries. A new policy requires judges and other officials to complete Stewards of Children® training every three years. A new CDC rule effective August 2024 mandates that all imported dogs be at least six months old to prevent disease spread.
- Health and Education Initiatives: Leptospirosis is now a core vaccine recommended annually. Several educational webinars are scheduled, including topics on agility dogs and canine reproduction. The Canine Health meeting highlighted the increased presence of leptospirosis in metropolitan areas and its vaccination recommendations.
Read the entire report here (downloadable PDF): June 2024 AKC Delegate Report
Thank you judges, volunteers, and exhibitors for joining us in California City!
SCVC March 22 - 23rd Scent Work Trial
Celebrating the Incredible Achievements of Our SCVC Agility Stars!
Join us Thursday, March 6th & 3 All Breed Shows March 7-9th at the beautiful Lake Perris State Recreation Park in Riverside, California in conjunction with The Malibu Kennel Club
Join us in California City!
The Scholarly Sleuths Series UPDATE: Ready for Walk Thrus!
20" Class Winners at the AKC Agility Invitational!
Premiums are ready for the Double Double Hunt Test in December! You can expect double the ribbons and double the passes at the South Coast Vizsla Club (SCVC) and German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Southern California (GSPCSC) Double-Double Hunt tests in California City, CA on Saturday and Sunday, December 7-8th, 2024. New this year, Junior Handlers may run free of charge. Must be the registered owner and have a Junior Handler number to qualify. Saturday evening the SCVC will be hosting a Tri-Tip BBQ. Bring a side dish, salad or dessert to share. It is always delicious and fun! Event hoodies and long sleeved T-shirts available for pre-sale. Please send in your entries early, as we have had a wait list in the past. We look forward to seeing you and your dogs out in the desert! Staci Billy SCVC Hunt Test Secretary Downloadable forms: SCVC Premium GSPCSC Premium Merchandise Order Form Entries close at 7:00 PM (PDT), Sunday December 1st, 2024.
SCVC Honorary Member
Our Summer Soiree is a wrap!
Premium and Trophy Sponsorships now Available!
Jeff will serve as the new Western Region representative to the Vizsla Club of America Field Advisory Committee .
SCVC March 23 - 24th Scent Work Trial
The VCSC and SCVC have teamed up to host multiple events!
Photos from Camp H
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Join us to learn about AKC Scent Work Judging!
