Ground Rules

1. Vaccinations
As a condition of membership, all dogs are required to be vaccinated in accordance with current veterinary guidelines.

2. Dog Behaviour
Members are responsible at all times for the behaviour of their dog(s) while present on the training grounds or representing the club.

3. Appropriate Equipment
All dogs must have properly fitted equipment and remain on lead at all times (unless instructed otherwise by a club instructor). No check/choker chains are to be used on any dogs in Puppy, Beginners or Graduate classes.

4. No Ill-treatment
A member shall not ill-treat a dog at any time. Any such action may result in suspension or expulsion from the Club by a resolution of the Committee.

5. Bitches in Season
Bitches in season and/or dog/s which are unwell or have an infectious condition are not permitted on the obedience training grounds.

6. Clean up after Dogs
Members are responsible for picking up after their dogs and helping to keep the grounds clean and tidy.

7. Sensible Footwear / Clothing
Adequate, sensible dress with appropriate footwear (excluding thongs, scuffs, or bare feet) is required for handlers during training.

8. Supervision Required
Dogs are not to be left unattended whilst on the training grounds unless crated or tethered in a safe area. Members are reminded not to approach dogs that are confined. All dogs are to be kept under control and supervised while at the counter or in the clubhouse.

9. Muzzles
The Club reserves the right to ask any member to muzzle or in extreme cases, remove their dog/s from the training grounds. If a muzzle is required, this must remain in place whilst on the club grounds. This will be at the discretion of the Committee.

10. Club Equipment Use
Members who use Club equipment must ensure it is returned to the storeroom and stored correctly after classes are conducted.

11. Child / Junior Handlers
Children are welcome to attend classes provided they are supervised by an adult/parent/ guardian at all times.

12. Child Members
Child members (aged 7 to 11) are to be accompanied by an adult/ parent/guardian in classes. Junior members (aged 12 to 15) under adult/parent/guardian supervision on the grounds are welcome to train, provided they have sufficient control of their dog during classes. This will be at the discretion of the class/chief instructor.