The field trial club began field trials for the breed in the u. There are three levels of kennel club field trial judges, nonpanel, b panel and a panel. Before being eligible to judge akc member or licensed field trials for english springer spaniels, prospective judges must complete the following requirements in this order. My own story, jean fritz wrote juvenile fiction and nonfiction well into her nineties, and no book of hers was more cheerful than champion dog. If you are exploring the world of springers, check. The judges education programme has been created to manage the understanding of the j regulations for field trial judges, societies and competitors. A field trial has an open all age stake, amateur all age stake and a puppy stake for dogs under 2 years of age. There are a number of skills that breeders train the dog to perform for their occupation. The green book supplied by the ecsca field trial committee ftc. Essft english springer spaniel field trials is the resource for todays english springer spaniel field trialer. True life story of prince tom, a blonde cocker spaniel dogthe first american cocker spaniel to win the national field trials, as well as all obedience trials. The newly illustrated blue book, the study of the cocker spaniel, is now available for sale. Field trial info annjays field bred springer spaniel puppies. The purpose of a spaniel field trial is to show the performance of a properly trained spaniel in the field.
Sporting hound working terrier toy nonsporting herding misc. Most akc forms and applications can be downloaded from this page. This wonderful book, a must for all cocker spaniel fanciers, can be ordered from nancy gallant. First held in england around the turn of the 20th century, a trial gives a handler and his or her dog the opportunity to compete in the field with their peers. Field trial info annjays field bred springer spaniel. Field trial rules and standard procedure for retrievers. This manual represents the group effort of a number of field trialers across the country who, among themselves, represent more than 300 years in field trial competition, close to 1,000 points as field trial judges including many nationals, well over 100 titled field trial dogs including national champions, and untold thousands of hours. For best results, select a form and save it to your computer, then print a copy. The american spaniel club is the parent club of the cocker spaniel and was established in 1881.
Differences the term cocker spaniel refers only to one of two. I have nothing against the j regs the kennel club trial rules as if read these specify exactly what i want in a shooting dog but it is the interpretation by some of exactly what hunting and style means, to me. This official judging book 6 ring binder is essential for keeping your notes and reports together and dry when out in the field. From 1 january 2010 it is mandatory for all aspiring. A spaniel s work in the field is a compilation of many elements that must be demonstrated and observed by judges throughout a trial such as control at all times, scenting abilityuse of the wind, manner of covering ground. The maine spaniel field trial club was incorporated in 1958 with the purpose of improving the flushing. The purpose of a spaniel field trial is to show the performance of a. Boykin spaniel society upland field trial general rules and regulations 2020 revision i. When the american spaniel club joined the american kennel club, which the american spaniel club antedated by several years, it was accepted and thereafter recognized as the parent club of sporting spaniels, a role and responsibility it assumed. The cocker spaniel club is the parent club of the breed and was founded in 1902. Through the good offices of the american kennel club, this happy result was brought about, and by mutual consent the english springer spaniel passed to the jurisdiction of the english springer spaniel field trial association, incorporated.
There are numerous criteria against which field trial judges will assess competing dogs in both retriever and spaniel trials. Oct 06, 2015 we get quite a few qeustions about field trials. There are numerous criteria against which field trial judges will assess competing dogs in. Although most commonly known today as an excellent family companion, the cockers inherent desire to hunt still makes him a capable sporting dog with diligent training. Please also be sure to like essft english springer spaniel field trials on facebook. The field spaniel society acknowledges the kennel club judges development programme and the valuable input it gives to judges, and as such, the field spaniel society would be pleased to add any participant onto the societys judges lists. Target audience this book has long been considered a good introduction to the sport in the uk, perhaps held in the same esteem as jim spencers hup. Who doesnt enjoy an uplifting novel with more depth than meets the eye.
Field trial rules and standard procedure for spaniels. This is done through seminars for each of the four sub groups followed by a multiple choice exam. An english springer spaniel is foremost an upland flushing dog. The american brittany club was established in 1942 as a member of the american kennel club and is the recognized breed sponsor by the american field. Dec 27, 2019 cocker spaniel club field trial section. We are the clearinghouse for fieldbred englisher springer spaniel field events and the people who love them. Field trials for spaniels retrieving for all occasions. All judges wishing to judge a cocker spaniel field trial shall receive a copy of the most recent edition of a guide to the conduct and judging of cocker spaniel field trials a. The appendix to the book even includes the 1995 kennel club field trial regulations and guide to conduct of field trials, as well as a listing of uk field trial societies. In order to judge events, you are either using the akc canine college to maintain your existing approved judging status or you are seeking to become a judge for the first time. The judges at field trials are appointed by the field trial secretary of the organising club or society, after having been instructed to do so by the committee of the club or society. You will find event information, a market place, and other resources.
Information regarding akc spaniel field trials is also available on our web site located at. Essft english springer spaniel field trials runnells. Junior showmanship rules applying to dog shows dealing with misconduct dog show stewards the image of the booklet cover color may not depict the current version. This trade paperback edition is noteworthy in that the print is in a light brown color, instead of the normal black. Find the rules and regulations for akc events here.
Akc field trials one judges perspective prepared by. Judges may give award of merits that are noted in the judges book, but no points are awarded. Field trials are run for both retrievers and spaniels at open and novice standard. Field trial rules and standard procedure for spaniels amended to august 2017 published by the american kennel club. Ssaa working gundogs spaniel field trials official national rules no. It is essential that judges be of the highest standard possible, active in all phases of spaniel. The field trial judges education working party has produced examples of how to lay out a judges book, there is one for each of the subgroups and a copy should be given to all nonpanel judges prior to undertaking their first judging appointment. Each member club or association which has held a field trial or field trials in any one year shall have first right to claim the corresponding dates for its trial or trials to be held in the next succeeding year. At your first judging appointment you will be a nonpanel judge and undertake your duties alongside panel judges. Retrieve to hand most hunters and all hunt test or field trial judges require that a dog deliver a bird to hand, meaning that a dog will hold the bird until told to give it to the hunter directly. Purpose a spaniels purpose in an upland trial is to hunt, find game, flush and. Personalized dog bowls, plates and platters, judges gifts, trophies and more all functional, durable and dishwasher safe find us on facebook. You can find the akc spaniel rule book by clicking here.
Field trials are gundog competitions run to assess the work of gundogs in the shooting field, with the dogs judged on how they deal with both live and unhandled shot game. Mitch patterson with john cavanaugh fcafc jjs desire to go this booklet was prepared using input from myself and fellow field trialer, john cavanaugh. It is considered an honour to be asked to judge at a field trial and the highest standard of judging is expected from appointed judges. Judges manual digital ebook edition the retriever news. As you will have seen at trials, judges always make notes about the dogs they are assessing in a judges book. Home english springer spaniel field trials thank you for stopping by essft. Essft english springer spaniel field trials runnells, iowa. If you are curious about picking up at shoots, ferreting, and rabbit pens, this is a good resource. The purpose of a field trial is to assess each dog on that day, previous performances should be disregarded. The regular official stakes at a spaniel field trial are puppy, novice, limit, open allage, qualified open allage, and amateur allage. Field trial judges this content is for 1 month subscription, 3 months subscription, 6 months subscription and 12 months subscription members only.
Submit and application to hold trial 3 months prior. Placements for utah field trial open 1st hawk whitewater gundogs rob barlow 2nd bo gary riddle 3rd cash gary britebarth 4th freida gary riddle amateur 1 mac joshua riddle 27 betty garypaula fluckiger 323 may joshua riddle 412 gracie alan baugh puppy 1st virgil gary fluckiger 2nd ruckus joshua riddle 3rd fin gary riddle 4th feathers. The conduct and judging of spaniel field trials the blue book english springer spaniel field. The conduct and judging of spaniel field trials the blue book english springer spaniel field trial dates and results. After you have completed your first appointment you will receive your judging number from the kennel club. Once a prospective judge completes the judges seminar and wishes to pursue becoming a judge s he will be required to pass a test that has been developed from the akc field trial rules and standard procedure for spaniels, the conduct and judging of spaniel field trials blue book and the akc dealing with misconduct book.
For the current apprentice judge list as of 1232018. The true story of a runt cocker spaniel growing up to be one of the most decorated competitive canines of his. Field trials are a competitive sport involving the team of dog and handler. Strongly suggest all forms are sent to the akc by registered, return receipt, with check. Spaniel journal cocker amateur field trial stakes open. If the field trial secretary is serving in this capacity for the first time, they must fill out an akc new secretary form. Maine spaniel field trial club public group facebook.
There are several skills that breeders train the dog to perform for their occupation. A spaniels work in the field is a compilation of many elements that must be demonstrated and observed by judges throughout a trial such as control at. A spaniels work in the field is a compilation of many elements that must be demonstrated and observed by judges throughout a trial such as control at all times, scenting abilityuse of the wind. Call the akc special events division and request a spaniel trial package 4 months prior to the trial. This site was created for, and is supported by,the many people that participate akc english cockercocker spaniel field trials, akc spaniel hunt tests and ecsca working tests. All judges shall be asked to become familiar with its contents and address any. Points are earned from the open allage stakes or qualified open allage stakes. Official judging book 6 ring binder is essential for keeping your notes and reports together and dry when out in the field. Cockercocker spaniel field trials, akc spaniel hunt. The field trial judges education working party has produced examples of how to lay out a judges book, there is one for each of the subgroups and examples can be downloaded here. The blue book, the conduct and judging of spaniel field trials adds that the following qualities are to be emphasized. Welcome to the akc canines college for performance events judges. The club is composed of many regional or local clubs located from coast to coast.
Therefore wed like to share a chapter from the book with you. Most hold a licensed akc trial for championship points in the spring and fall seasons. Make no mistake about it, the book is about the uk shooting scene. Results for the 2008 national field trial 2007 boykin spaniel national field trial results. Performance judges education tagged field trial akc. Criteria to be eligible to judge an akc cocker field trial. To use the akc searchable judges directory click here. Spaniel journal cocker amateur field trial stakes open new.
The club trials are held under kennel club field trial regulations the club runs a full programme of field trials, licensed by the kennel club, on shoots in devon by kind permission of land owners and shooting syndicates. In this ssaa working gundogs spaniel rule book the term range officer shall refer to trial manager. The current list of judges from essfta as of september 20, 2019. Field trial judge eligibility requirements essfta english. Current courses provided in this online college will cover questions about these following performance events. Essfta field trial judge apprentice program information. Akc group standards download akc approved breed standards by complete group for use on any portable electronic device.
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