Forms & Documents Library

• OverVIEW eNews - 2013 February Edition
  In this issue, a BARK-NH trial event report, training exercises from Marla Friedler-Cooper, an article about environmental factors of hip dysplasia, introduction of the IFCS Europe team, and more.
• OverVIEW eNews - 2013 March Edition
  In this issue, read a message from USDAA President Kenneth Tatsch, a Paws in Motion event report, learn how to handle a course many different ways in the Training Corner (Clever Clover course), read a 2013 Southwestern Regional Championships report, learn "Why Wolves are Wild But Dogs are Man's Best Friend," and more.
• OVERview eNews - 2012 December Edition
  In this issue, the year in review, a look at USDAA dog agility in Singapore, working in "intersections" in the Training Corner,  one competitor's bumpy road to an ADCH, and a look at the "Breakfast Effect".   
• OverVIEW eNews - 2013 January Edition
  In this issue, January Board meeting update, it's Christmas in Kerrville, Claudia Bensimoun studies Stress in Performance Dogs, and more. 
• OverVIEW eNews - 2013 April Edition
  Article about the 2013 South Central Regional, an exercise on training serpentines, wraps, and threadles with Stuart Mah, a report on a recent judging clinic in Arizona, an article on new studies about how dog's perceive human communications, and more.
• OVERview eNews - 2012 November Edition
  In this issue, take a look at the meaning of the new tournament regulations as they relate to course design, share the fun experienced at a New England event, compare the impact of handler strategy in the Training Corner, discussing Front Cross vs. Shoulder Turn, look inside the life of Elicia Calhoun in this month's Personality Profile, and more.
• OVERview eNews - 2012 October Edition
  In this issue, reflect on USDAA and dog agility's history in North America, get a quick overview of the 2012 dog agility championships and a look at one of the more interesting courses from the weekend, and learn about the 2013 USDAA tournament rules and 2014 IFCS World Team qualification criteria.
• OVERview eNews - 2012 September Edition
  Learn about Para-Agility and how agility has been embraced by the disabled, IFCS events for 2013 & 2014, try out an exercise or two for practicing the table in the Training Corner, enjoy a visit with Tom Kula on Cynosport® 2012, learn about "Pink Day" - a Charity Team Day, what you should know about water from your garden hose, and more.
• OVERview eNews - 2012 August Edition
  Introduction issue, featuring Acquisition of Rally Obedience Program, Event Report from the New England Regional, Practice your Poles Training Exercise, Personality Profile of Cozette McGuire (PA), the mportant nutrient of water, and Experiences of a "Host Dog" Mom.
• USDAA Overview^TM Newsletter
  Winter 2011 Edition - Volume 6, No. 4, published December 2011
• USDAA Overview^TM Newsletter
  Fall 2011 Edition - Volume 6, No. 3, published October 2011
• USDAA Overview^TM Newsletter
  Summer 2011 Edition - Volume 6, No. 2, published July 2011
• USDAA Overview^TM Newsletter
  Spring 2011 Edition - Volume 6, No. 1, published March 2011
• USDAA Overview^TM Newsletter
  Autumn 2010 Edition - Volume 5, No. 4, published November 2010
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Summer/Fall 2010 Edition - Volume 5, No. 3, published August 2010
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Spring 2010 Edition - Volume 5, No. 2, published May 2010
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Winter 2010 Edition - Volume 5, No. 1, published February 2010
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Fall 2009 Edition - Volume 4, No. 4, published November 2009
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Spring 2009 Edition - Volume 4, No. 2, published May 2009
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Winter 2009 Edition - Volume 4, No. 1, published February 2009
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Autumn 2008 Edition - Volume 3, No. 4, published November 2008
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Summer 2008 Edition - Volume 3, No.3, published August 2008
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Spring 2008 Edition - Volume 3, No.2, published May 2008
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Winter 2008 Edition - Volume 3, No. 1, published February 2008
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Autumn 2007 Edition - Volume 2, No. 4, published November 2007 
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Summer 2007 Edition - Volume 2, No. 3, published August 2007
• USDAA OVERview^TM Newsletter
  Spring 2007 Edition, Volume 2, No. 2, published May 2007
• USDAA OVERview Newsletter
  Winter 2007 Edition, Volume 2, No. 1, published February 2007
• USDAA OVERview Newsletter
  Autum 2006 Edition, Volume 1, No. 1, published October 2006

• 2013 USDAA Cynosport Handlers Choice Biathlon
  New tournament
• 2013 Continental Championship of the Americas
  USA Competitor Eligiblity and Entry Form
• 2014 IFCS Team USA Selection Rules
  This document sets forth the rules for eligibility and selection to be a member of the 2014 Team USA to compete at the IFCS World Agility Championships
• 2013 Dog Agility Masters® Three-Dog Team and Performance Versatility Pairs Tournament Regulations
  Rules for eligibility, performance, advancement, scoring and awards for the 2013 season.
• 2013 Grand Prix of Dog Agility® and Performance Grand Prix Regulations
  Rules for eligibility, performance, advancement, scoring and awards in the 2013 tournament season.
• 2013 Dog Agility Steeplechase® and Performance Speed Jumping Regulations
  Rules for eligibility, performance, advancement, scoring and awards for the 2013 season.

• PRINTABLE Version of the 2011 USDAA Official Rules & Regulations (Rev. 6/02/2011)
  Actual size printable text, printed 2 pages to one piece of paper.  Some provisions have effective dates of June 1, 2011, August 1, 2011, or January 1, 2012. File size is large and a high-speed connection is advised for download.
• Full Enlarged Printable Edition of 2011 USDAA Rules & Regulations (Rev. 6/02/2011)
  Fully printable edition prints enlarged text on 8-1/2" x 11" page. Total of 92 pages. Some provisions have effective dates of June 1, 2011, August 1, 2011, or January 1, 2012. 
• USDAA 2004 Official Rules & Regulations (Previous Editiion)
  ARCHIVED Official Rules & Regulations published in 2004.

• Policy for Activities At An Event Site
  This policy outlines the types of activities permitted at an event site within twenty-four hours of a sanctioned event.
• Statement of Policy on Computerized Scorekeepng & Reporting
  Policy statement covering required procedures for groups and judges in using USDAA-Authorized Scorekeeping software as part of the reporting process
• Policy for Scheduling Classes
  This policy outlines the types of classes new and existing clubs may offer.
• Course Design Guidelines
  Guidelines for course design available for review.
• Statement of Policy on Scorekeeping & Reporting Procedures
  An outline of the required manual scorekeeping and reporting process when USDAA-Authorized computer software is not used. 
• 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.
• Policy on the Role of Supervisors
  Policy statement on the role of supervising judges.
• Policy on Qualification & Advancement of Judges
  Statement of policy on the qualification and advancement of judges.
• Statement of Policy for Engagement of Judges
  Policy statement for engaging judges and guidelines for remuneration.

• 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.

• Certified Measuring Judge List
  This list will enable you to check out who the CMJs are.
• Disciplinary Action Complaint Form
  Disciplinary Action Committee Chairperson should use this form to report incidents or complaints at an event which do or do not result in a committee hearing.  If a hearing is held, decisions rendered by the committee shall be reported using this form.  Guidelines found in Appendix C apply.
• How To Read The Score Sheets
  Competitors will find this simple explanation helpful in reading the score sheets posted for each class.
• Hall of Fame Candidate Nomination Form
  Use this form to submit a candidates name and information for consideration for induction to the USDAA Dog Agility Hall of Fame. Nominations are collected throughout the year. Nominees are reviewed annually.
• 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.
• Sanctioned Match Application
  Submit this form along with the Group Application.
• 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.
• Transfer of Ownership Form
  Use this form to transfer ownership of a dog registration to a new owner.
• 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.

• USDAAs International Involvement - March 1, 2009
  Brenna Fender interviews USDAA President Kenneth Tatsch on the far reach of USDAA around the world in dog agility.

• Course Reviewers' Region Map
  This map applies to events beginning on or after April 1, 2013.  Please contact the USDAA office if you have any questions:  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. FILLABLE PDF.