What are Speciality Titles This is an optional level that will be made available from time to time as per a specified theme. Dogs participating in Speciality will gain a digital certificate specifying the theme completed but Speciality will not help you advance up the levels.
Speciality titles are for all dogs, whether or not you have participated in Speciality before. It is also for those not quite ready for the next level, those with older dogs who can't go any further, those that have finished all the other levels etc.
Tricks may be taken from any level.
Handlers may have food on them provided it is in a pocket or treat bag and may reward their dog after each trick is performed. Luring will be allowed. Food may be used. If the test is performed live, the evaluator must ensure that the handlers use food judiciously, showing due consideration for other handlers undertaking testing at the time.
Most of all - HAVE FUN!!
Speciality Titles
Each Speciality will have its own theme - the submission must speak to the theme.
The rules are simple:
Perform any 10 tricks from the lists (Elementary to Champion) using the theme as a prop or storyline
Perform 10 different tricks, i.e. if you balance a pot plant and a seedling tray on your dogs head, you will only have done 1 trick, not 2
There are no specific criteria, i.e. hold sit for 3 sec, but the performance must be convincing
Show each trick once
The link to enter can be found on the “How to Enter” tab
The entry fee is R70 + R100 (rosette) and R109 (postage)
We will be ordering special rosettes for each theme so make sure to order one if you want it. We won’t be keeping stock.
Closing dates will be announced when there is a Speciality