T3 AWTA Den Trial

Eligibility of dogs For the purpose of AWTA den trials, an earthdog breed is one of the correct size and character to enter a nine-inch artificial earth. The AWTA recognizes these breeds for competition in den trials: Australian, Bedlington, Border, Cairn, Cesky, Dandie Dinmont, Fell, Glen of Imaal, Jack Russell, Jagdterrier, Lakeland, Norwich, Norfolk, Patterdale, Scottish, Sealyham, Skye, Welsh, and West Highland White Terriers, as well as Dachshunds. Any individual Feist, Rat Terrier, terrier cross, Dachshund cross, or terrier of a breed not mentioned above, who is of suitable size to fit in a nine-inch artificial earth may also be entered in den trials. For hunting (both in natural earths and above ground) as well as for above ground hunting tests, the AWTA recognizes all of the above-listed breeds and miscellaneous terriers plus the breeds of the terrier group of any major national all-breed kennel clubs (such as AKC, UKC, CKC, KC, FCI) and their crosses. Dogs six months of age or older and registered with the AKC are eligible to participate in Earthdog tests, as are spayed and neutered canines. Exhibitors should follow their veterinarian’s recommendations to assure their dogs are free of internal and external parasites, any communicable diseases, and have appropriate vaccinations. Please be ready to show proof of rabies vaccination. Bitches in season are NOT eligible to participate. Entry fees paid for a bitch in season at the time of the test will be refunded, less $5. No refunds will be provided for any dog that is absent, disqualified, excused, or barred from competition by the action of the Trial Chair. Should the Trial Chair or Judge deem conditions are unsafe to run or continue, no refund of entries will be provided. No entry fee will be refunded if the trial cannot be held for reasons of riot, civil disturbance, fire, act of God, public emergency, or any other cause beyond the control of the Trial Chair.