Ready. Set. ACT Now!!!

Entries extended and space is available!

The Ocean State Agility Club is hosting an AKC Agility Course Test (ACT) on Saturday, September 30, 2023.  Entries must be received before the maximum number of 60 runs for the day is reached. No Day-Of Entries.This titling event is designed specifically for beginning agility dogs and their handlers.  The American Kennel Club (AKC) program, ACT is a fun way to put your training to the test in a real agility trial setting.  And, you can earn a title or more in one day!

There are four levels of ACT events: ACT1, ACT2, ACT1J, and ACT2J.  ACT 1 & ACT 1J are designed to test beginning level sequencing and performance skills.  ACT 2 & ACT 2J require more skill and navigation of more obstacles. They will have two runs each of ACT 1 & 2 Standard only at this event giving you the chance to earn two AKC titles.

You’ll also learn to complete an AKC entry form, check in at the ring, practice getting your dog measured, enter and exit the ring, and handle your dog with a judge nearby. 

Offical registration information can be found in the premium available here. Dogs must be 15 months old to enter and not have earned any higher agility titles. AKC registration required, If your dog is not registered, you may include an AKC Canine Partner registration form.

• When:  September 30, 2023, Site opens 9:00 am, Required briefing starts at 9:30 am, ACT1 testing starts at 10
• Cost: $20.00 for the first run, $15.00 for each additional run of the same dog; Includes $5.00 AKC recordsing fee per run.
• Evaluator: Carin Baker
• Where:

Destry Acres
109 Buxton Street
North Smithfield, RI 02896-7625 U.S.A.

Destry Acres, 100′ x 120′ outdoors, fully fenced and grassed with MAX200 rubberized equipment; Seen near sundown.

Mail your entry forms with payments, payable to Ocean State Agility Club to:

Destry Acres
c/o Sharon Roulard
109 Buxton St.
North Smithfield, RI 02896

Confirmations will be sent by email to those including a legible email address on their entry form.

Email questions to Sharon Roulard at slrou2012@gmail.com.

More informatoion about the AKC ACT program can be found at the AKC Web Site