2008 Performance Versatility Pairs Rules New qualification criteria for 2008 in Versatility Pairs and Team - score-based only qualification implemented based upon detailed analysis of qualifications in 2007.
2008 Dog Agility Masters Team Rules New qualification criteria for 2008 Team and Versatility Pairs - score-based only qualification implemented based upon detailed analysis of qualifications in 2007
2008 Grand Prix of Dog Agility® & Performance National Standard Rules Qualifiers held at shows that do not offer all levels of titling, will not include 'bye' vouchers as part of the awards. Only first place qualifying competitor at Regionals may receive the bye into the finals for world championships.
2008 Dog Agility Steeplechase® Rules Qualification criteria tightened for Round 2 at Regionals and for the Semifinals at the World Championships. Based upon detailed analysis of regional qualifications, 15% rather than 25% will be used for 2008.
Enrollment Forms
USDAA Rules & Course Design Clinic Check Events Calendar for clinics. Learn the "ins" and "outs" of the sport. Ideal for training instructors and advanced trainers who want to understand what the judges are taught. Rules interpretation, course design elements and more. . . Optional test.
Administrative Forms & Documents
How To Read The Score Sheets Competitors will find this simple explanation helpful in reading the score sheets posted for each class.
Group Profile Form (PDF Fillable Form) This form is for USDAA affiliated groups to submit information about their group for presentation on the USDAA web site. Download the file, fill in the form and return via email to info@usdaa.com.
IRS Form W-9 - Request for Taxpayer Identification Number This IRS form is used to request a taxpayer identification number for purposes of reporting nonemployee compensation. A group may need this form for payment to judges, seminar instructors and others to whom they make payments for services. Backup withholding and special a special filing may be required. Consult your tax advisor or the IRS web site at www.irs.gov.
Group Licensing Agreement & Affiliation Requirements USDAA's Group Affiliation & Licensing Agreement and related information for conduct of a sanctioned match for groups seeking to become a USDAA "Licensed Group". Original multi-copy forms should be requested from the USDAA office at info@usdaa.com in order to begin the application process.
Judges Panel & Class Schedule Form This form is for groups to file their class schedule and judges panel for their sanctioned event. It may be filed with the Event Application form or subsequently.
Organizing Committee Report Groups use this form to report on a sanctioned event following conclusion of the event.
Dog/JH Registration Form If you cannot register online, then complete and mail in this form to register your dog for competition or a Junior Handler & Dog team for participation in the Junior Handler Program.
Application for Sanctioned JHP Test Licensing application for JHP groups to receive sanction of JHP test. Includes Class Schedule & Judges Panel form.
Junior Handler Examination Junior handler's examination, 14 sample questions and answer key, to be used at events where Junior Handler Program classes are offered. Examination of 10 true/false questions is required to be administered to beginner level entrants.
Injury Reporting Form Use this form to report injuries to dogs, whether in competition, training or arising from other activities with possible links to performance in dog agility.
Administrative Forms & Documents for Judges
Course Reviewers' Region Map Effective for events beginning on or after October 1, 2006. Offshore locations are part of the nearest mainland region. If there are any questions, contact the USDAA office at info@usdaa.com.
Judges Report This is the official judge's reporting form to be completed and filed following an assignment.
Supervising Judges Report This is the supervising judge's reporting form to be filed following a supervision assignment.
Statement of Policy on Establishing Event Dates This statement sets forth the requirements for date selection, designation of "primary event dates" for groups, and sets forth radius limits for date selection when other USDAA events are held on the same weekend. This statement was ratified by the Board on November 11, 2004 and is effectively immediately, except for events already approved.
