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DOGS NSW Obedience, Tracking & Performance Disciplines Committee will be holding an ENDURANCE TEST on Sunday 4 August at the Bill Spilstead Complex for Canine Affairs, 44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills, with vetting commencing at 7.00am.

The Vetting Officer will be Dr Jennifer Green BVSc and once vetting commences the grounds gates will be closed. No Late Admittance is allowed.

Entry Fee is $50 and Entries close 24 July 2026.

Judge: Mrs D Smith (ACT)

• Dogs height at shoulder MUST be supplied with entry.

• Bitches in oestrum are not permitted on the grounds, bitches in whelp cannot compete.

• Open to all breeds: Main, Limited, Sporting and Associate Registers.

• Age Limitation: The test is open to dogs who have attained their second birthday on or before 9 August 2026 but who have not turned eight as at 9 August 2026

• Pre-requisite: A veterinarian certificate, issued within 14 days immediately prior to 9 August 2026, must be submitted on the day for each dog. It shall cover such things as general fitness, temperature, standing heart rate, conditions of pads and muscle tone of dog (for bitches the certificate is also to state that the bitch is not in whelp).

• The handler must be at least twelve (12) years old at 9 August 2026

• Helmets MUST be worn if riding a bicycle.

• Dogs will not be permitted to have their temperature lowered artificially, unless directed by a Veterinarian, and that dog will then be disqualified.

• Gates will be locked at 7.00am and will not be re-opened until after the conclusion of the test. NO access to grounds until the test is concluded.

• Handlers may jog the distance, ride a push bicycle or tricycle or one powered by battery, provided the required speed is maintained. USE OF ANY OTHER MOTORISED MECHANICAL VEHICLE WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. The handler when riding must wear enclosed shoes and a helmet.

• Non-competing dogs must be secured in a vehicle, dog trailer or crate while gaiting and obedience is being conducted.

• Non-competing dogs MUST NOT cause a distraction to competing dogs.

Please click here to download the Show Schedule.