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National Association of Canine Scent Work, LLC®
 
Official NACSW™
 
ODOR RECOGNITION TESTS
 
Odors Tested:
Birch, Anise, Clove
 
Date:
Sunday, Dec 6th, 2020
 
TEST LOCATION:
 
 Canine Mastery 102 Pond St
Building A, Orion Industrial Park
Seekonk, MA 02771
 
 
Test Host:
Kathleen Buckley / Canine Mastery
 
 
Test Secretary
Kathy Buckley c/o Canine Mastery
102 A Pond St, Seekonk, MA 02771
 
 
Certifying Official:
Dana Crevling
 
Judge:
Kathy Austin
 
 
Entry Cost:
$35.00 per dog/ per odor
 
 
Number of Entries
ORT limited to 100 total tests
 
Second Dog Policy
One handler can run up to 2 dogs in the same odor group; the second dog will run at the end of their odor group. Please fill out a second registration form for each dog to be tested, indicating which odor(s) you would like the dog to be tested on.
 
 
Opening Date
Wednesday Oct 14, 2020 at 11:00 AM
 
Entries Closes
 Thursday Nov 12, 2020 at1:00 PM or When entry limits have been met.
 
 
NACSW is requiring that all attendees adhere to social distancing - maintaining 6’ of distance - at all trials until further notice even if your jurisdiction has relaxed their requirements or recommendations. Social Distancing requirements at an event are MANDATORY. There is no option to mutually consent to be closer together than 6’. Please be respectful that your proximity or request for proximity may make others uncomfortable. Please review the document COVID-19 Event Guidelines that is located in Google docs and was emailed to the membership on 5/8/2020.
In addition to those guidelines the following changes and guidelines are in effect for this trial due to COVID-19.
 
All attendees (participants and volunteers) will be required to bring and wear face masks in the search.
Participants are asked to bring their own hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes
 
If there are any changes or updates that information will be included in your final details information that will be emailed 1-2 weeks before the ORT weekend.
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Entry Method
First received By USPS , Mail overnight deliveries must have the signature waived box checked
 
Entries
 
TELEPHONE, FAX, UNSIGNED ENTRIES, AND ENTRIES RECEIVED WITHOUT FEES cannot be accepted. RETURNED CHECKS do not constitute a valid entry fee.  Returned checks are subject to any and all bank fees resulting from the return. ENTRIES MUST BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED ENTRY FORM. NO ENTRY SHALL BE MADE AND NO ENTRY SHALL BE ACCEPTED, WHICH SPECIFIES ANY CONDITIONS AS TO ITS ACCEPTANCE.   OWNERS are responsible for errors in making out entry forms. EXPRESS MAIL entries must include signature permitting them to be left at the secretary’s address without recipient’s signature.  
Notification
Acknowledgement of entry acceptance/confirmation, will be made by email when entries are processed for those handlers that provide an email address. If you require a confirmation via USPS, you must provide a self-addressed stamped envelope with your entry. Your payment receipt and notification is confirmation of your completed entry
 
Test Site Hours
Test site opens 8:30 AM
 Details regarding check in time and briefing will be sent approximately 1 week before the ORT.
 
Entry Requirements
 
A Qualified Entry is one that meets all the following criteria:
 
Complete entry during the specified entry timeframe. The Handler is a NACSW™ member for the 2020-2021 membership year 8/1/2020 -7/31/2021. The Dog is registered with the NACSW™. Dogs participating in an Odor Recognition Test (ORT) must be at least six months of age.  
For information on how to register or become a member go to www.NACSW.net
 
 
Trial Eligibility and ORTs
An ORT must be taken and passed at least 14 days before a trial opening date to be eligible for the first draw period.
 
Basic Description of Test
To successfully pass an ORT a dog must identify the location of the target odor and the handler must correctly call an “alert” within a three-minute time period. The Odor Recognition Test consists of a drill type exercise which requires 12 closed boxes set up in a pattern of one or two rows, spaced a minimum of 48” apart. The ORT is conducted on leash. Complete information can be obtained on the NACSW™ website.
 
All exhibitors should obtain and review a copy of the NACSW™K9 NOSE WORK® RULE BOOK. You may get it from their website: www.NACSW.net
 
Results
During the odor re-sets, the official results sheet will be brought out to the parking area for testers to photo or review. We recommend you verify your results on the official results sheet and let your host or judge know if you have any questions regarding your results. 
 
 
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations prior to Nov 12, 2020, will receive a refund Minus a $10.00 dollar processing fee.
 
50% refund will be issued if host can fill your space. No refund will be issued after this date if host can’t fill your space. No refunds will be issued for cancellations during the last 72 hours before the event or no-shows. You can receive a full refund minus $5 processing fee if you opt to volunteer (this would be in addition to, not instead of any shift you may have volunteered for).  Please note: Due time constraints, host may opt to not fill cancelled spaces and no refund will be issued. 
 
 
All cancelations must be emailed to Kathy Buckley, pupmum@comcast.net.
The secretary is not responsible for lost emails or phone calls that don’t make contact
 
Entry Fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, or excused by the NACSW™ official or judge.
 
This cancellation and refund policy applies to competitors that must withdraw for any reason including but not limited to injury, illness, emergency, and personal or work-related reasons.
 
If the Odor Recognition Test (ORT) cannot take place or be completed by reason of fire, civil disturbances, an Act of God, public emergency, or any other cause beyond the control of the ORT organizers, then the ORT host will make their best effort to provide partial refunds after recouping their expenses.
 
Test Location:

Site Specific Conditions
Testing will be indoors in a climate controlled training room. Floors are rubber matting. There are separate entrance and exit doors to the testing area. Restrooms are adjacent to the test area and are accessed through the lobby. There will be no indoor crating area, so prepare to keep your dog comfortable in your vehicle. You are responsible for cleaning up after your dog. ‘Potty’ area is only on the Canine Mastery grounds. Park at, or adjacent to the facility. No dogs are allowed inside the building except during their test. Bring your own lunch if needed. All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all times when not being tested. No flexi-leashes for walking dogs on test site grounds; flexis may be used in the test itself.
Reactive Dog Parking
 
There will be reactive dog parking at this test for those who wish to park in this area, however the parking is tight and there will not be separate potty areas or warm up boxes.
Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, this policy may be modified at the last minute.
 
Unentered Dogs
We are unable to accommodate any unentered dogs for volunteers or spectators.
We are unable to accommodate any unentered dogs at this location.
Unentered dogs must remain in the competitor’s vehicle during the test day. There will be ample potty areas, but unentered dogs should not be allowed to “play”, exercise, or train on the test grounds. 
RV Parking
There is space for RVs to park in the competitor parking area during the test day. To reserve a space, you will need to contact the host after you receive a confirmation that you have received a space in the test. Email [TEST HOST EMAIL] to reserve RV space. No overnight RV parking is available.
Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, this policy may be modified at the last minute.
 
 
Dog Policies
All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all times when not being tested. NO flexi-leashes while not participating in a test. Reactive and/or spatially challenged dogs should wear a red bandana (to be provided by the dog’s handler) to help signal others that the dog needs extra space from other dogs. Dogs will be toileted in designated areas and handlers must pick-up and dispose of waste. Dogs and handlers must stay in designated areas to avoid contaminating testing space, interrupting a test, or from viewing any part of the testing. Competitors should expect to keep their dogs confined in a crate or vehicle when not testing and should plan to provide their own shade using canopies or shade cloths.    
Females in Season
Will be allowed to run wearing “pants” at the very end of the running orders after all other dogs have been judged. Females in season will be parked and pottied in areas separate from the other dogs while at the test if the location logistics permit. Handlers must contact pupmum@comcast.net
 
ADA Requests
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request accommodation(s), please email ADA@nacsw.net.  Please include your name, ORT date, ORT host name, and your requested accommodation(s).
 
Spectators
To minimize the number of people on site, anyone not volunteering, competing, or officiating should stay home except in the case where someone requires support to travel to the event. Spectating is currently not allowed. An adult accompanying a minor must be present during the searches. Everyone at the trial site must sign the waiver provided by the host and comply with all event requirements.
 
Video/Photography Policy
ORT participants are allowed to have a friend or family member video/photograph their test.  ORT participants are not allowed to video/photograph one another.  ORT hosts are not obligated to provide someone to video/photograph.
 
Smoking
Smoking is allowed on this test site but only in designated smoking areas
 
Hotels
Lodging Accommodations That Accept Well Behaved Dogs, please confirm when calling Comfort Inn 341 Highland Ave. Seekonk, MA – pet fee America’s Best Value Extended Stay 1000 Warren Ave. East Providence, RI – pet fee Motel 6, 821 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA (508) 336-7800 – 15 minutes from show site Clarion, 940 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA (508) 336-7300 – 15 minutes from site Red Roof Inn, Mansfield, MA, (508) 339-2323 25 minutes from show site Holiday Inn, Mansfield, MA (508) 339-2200 25 min from show site Normandy Campground, Foxboro, MA, (508) 543-7600 20 minutes from show site Motel and Campground Courtesies: · Cover the motels bedding with a sheet, whether or not you think your dog will get on the bed. · If you crate your dog, please bring a towel to put under the crate to keep marks off the rug. Bring a towel to put under your dog’s food dish. · Make every effort to have your dog free of fleas BEFORE arriving. · All poop must be picked up, bagged, and disposed of properly by the dog’s handler. The Event Committee will excuse competitors who fail to pick up after their dogs at the test site or the motel. · Do not leave your dog unattended. If you must leave, take them with you.
 
Veterinarians
Bay State Emergency Service 76 Baptist St Swansea, MA 02777
Swansea Veterinary Center 333 Swansea Mall Dr Swansea, MA 02777
 
Rules
Complete rules are available at www.NACSW.net. It is the responsibility of each competitor to read and understand the current NACSW™ Rule book prior to participating in a NACSW™ event.
 
Liability
By registering for the ORT Test, the competitor hereby assumes all risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to her/himself or to her/his property or to others, resulting from the actions of her/his dog. The competitor expressly agree that the NACSW™, Kathleen Buckley / Canine Mastery and its assignees or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances, for injury, and/or damage to her/himself, for loss or injury to property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes. The competitor also agrees to assume all financial liability that may be incurred by the NACSW™ due to the actions of themselves or their dogs regardless of the cause.
 
Sportsmanship

All competitors/handlers and spectators are expected to follow the rules of the NACSW™ and demonstrate good sportsmanship. This includes making sure the hide placements are unknown to the handler prior to testing and kept secret from other competitors. Please do not discuss hide placement or any details of a dog's performance that may provide information or clues to other handlers or may be overheard.
 
Questions
All Test related questions, contact Kathy Buckley / pupmum@comcast.net
 
 
Kathleen Buckley / Canine Mastery
NACSW™ – Odor Recognition Test
 
Sunday December 6, 2020
 
Canine Mastery
102 Pond St
Building A Orion Industrial Park
Seekknk, MA 02771
 
$35.00 Registration Fee - Payment by check, money order, or credit card
 
Please mail this completed form via USPS with your registration fee to:
 
Canine Mastery 102 A Pond St Seekonk, MA 02771
 
Questions: Contact pupmum@comcast.net or 508-399-5867
 
Odor:  □ Birch                            □ Anise                 □ Clove
 
Test date(s): □ Sunday December 6, 2020
 
Dog’s Call Name _____________________________________________________
 
Breed(s) ______________________ 
 
Dog’s NACSW™ #________________
 
Handler’s Name _____________________________________________________
 
Handler’s NACSW™ Membership # ____________________________________
 
Address _______________________________________________________ 
 
City __________________   State _________      Zip________
 
Phone where you can easily be reached __________________________   E-mail Address _____________________________________________________
 
An ORT must be taken and passed at least 14 days before a trial opening date to be eligible for the first draw period.
 
Please contact your host at least 1 day before the ORT if your female dog will be in season.
 
All confirmations will be sent via e-mail with attachment within 7 days of receipt of complete registration form and payment.  If you require a confirmation via USPS, you must provide a self-addressed stamped envelope.
 
I/We hereby assume all risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to myself or to my property or to others, resulting from the actions of my dog. I/We expressly agree that Kathleen Buckley / Canine Mastery Inc and/or NACSW™ or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances, for injury, and/or damage to my person, for loss or injury to my property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes.
 
Signed: ___________________________________Date: ______________________

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