Club conditions to enter club events

  • The Club runs all activities under the Kennel Club Rules and J Regs, and  J Regs will be applied unless otherwise stated in the event details (KC registration, preferences, entry fees,  refunds, ownership, joint ownership, code of conduct, objections, welfare of dogs, bitches in season etc).  All dogs who are not resident in the UK, must have an ATC number (authority to compete) from the Kennel Club.  Entries without an ATC will be returned to the entrant.
  • Entries online - preferred but email and post accepted. If using  an email or  paper entry – incomplete or illegible entry forms may be returned.  THE DRAW / Running Order WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL from noreply@wdwgc.co.uk.
  • Preference in the draw (Tests and Trials) is given to Members, using draw preferences  determined in the KC J Regs.  In the case of joint ownership of dogs, both owners must be club members.
  • Where a Member enters more than one dog in the same test/trial, they must decide which dog is their first preference.
  • Payment for Tests and Trials must be received 7 days before the trial /test date. Pay On-line via BACS WDWGC   09-01-51  11545501   or by cheque. 
  • Withdrawal of a dog from Tests and Trials without a valid reason (JRegs) within seven days of the event will result in the entry fee being forfeited.
  • No Substitution of dogs after the draw, whilst there are reserves still standing.
  • Young Handlers (under 18s) must be always supervised by a Parent or Guardian and must be signed into the Visitors book at the start of the day.
  • Handlers are not allowed to carry in their hand; a gun, ball, lead or stick whilst handling their dog. The case of disability, a stick may be used with the Judges permission.
  • A dog considered unfit to compete (decision of the Committee in consultation with the Judges) because of sexual reasons, contagious disease, hysteria, or from any other cause which may interfere with the safety or run of their opponents, such a dog must be removed immediately from the ground. 
  • Dogs must be kept on a lead, except when competing, or in the exercise area.
  • The running of dogs on a test or trial ground before the trial, is prohibited
  • Handlers should come appropriately attired for the ground/weather and looking smart, out of respect to our hosts.  Must bring their own lunch and refreshments.
  • Photography, (other than personal) must be explicitly agreed with the Secretary. No videography at competition events.
  • Trophies must be returned to the Secretary; cleaned & engraved,   prior to the next Test/Trial. Failure to return a trophy in time, will result in you being invoiced for its replacement value.
  • Any objections or complaints must be made in writing to the Secretary /or direct to the KC, within seven days of the event, for consideration by the Committee, accompanied by a fee of £35 (KC JRegs). This sum will be returned if the objection / complaint is upheld.
  • Loss of Armband £10 charge
  • Participation in events is at your own risk. The Club does not accept any liability for any accidents or incidents
  • Dogs in cars on hot days; Your dog is vulnerable and AT RISK if left in a vehicle in high temperatures and even on days considered warm. Please take care of your dog.  If your dog is found to be at risk, forcible entry to your vehicle may be necessary without liability for any damage caused.
  • Welfare of dogs: Competitors whose dogs are entered at a RKC licensed event should take all reasonable steps to ensure the needs of their dog are met and should not knowingly put their dogs ‘ health and welfare at risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise. A breach of this regulation may be referred to the General Committee for disciplinary action under the RKC rules and regulations.

Version 11,  Aug 2026

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