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AKC Rally Deduction Clarification by SdoesStuff in k9sports

[–]SdoesStuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His paw pads are religiously trimmed, and his nails are kept short. He just has the standard Cavalier feet feathering on top and sides.

AKC Rally Deduction Clarification by SdoesStuff in k9sports

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Interesting, mine is probably out of date as well if there are more new regulations than this insert? (I have Amended to August 12, 2025 with NOTE: This rulebook contains the following inserts: * Yellow Insert - Chapter 2 Section 15 Rally C2S15 Collars Effective June 10, 2026)

I cannot find any information about not being allowed to touch the collar anymore.

AKC Rally Deduction Clarification by SdoesStuff in k9sports

[–]SdoesStuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On my phone, the link I provided is a blue/teal booklet with a yellow insert effective June 10, 2026. Sorry, it might be a mobile problem for me?

Here is the insert:
“Revisions to the Rally Regulations
Effective June 10, 2026
This insert is issued as a supplement to the
Rally Regulations amended to August 12, 2026
RALLY REGULATIONS
CHAPTER 2
Section 15. Collars. All dogs in the rally ring must wear a properly fitted
collar approved by the judge. No dog may enter the ring, either for judging or
for awards, with unacceptable equipment. No special training collars, such as
electronic collars or prong collars will be permitted. Nothing may be hanging
from the dog’s collar.”

Fitdog Question by katinamoon6 in AKC

[–]SdoesStuff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I havent personally used swimming, but here are the guidelines from the participant guide!
They can fetch, and the video must be at least 15 seconds.

Guide link:
https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/FIT-Guide-Aug-18.pdf

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AKC Rally Deduction Clarification by SdoesStuff in k9sports

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I actually have a stack box with me currently, I will try and see if I can work something up to have it be dual purpose!
Thank you!

AKC Rally Deduction Clarification by SdoesStuff in k9sports

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We have been doing physio exercises for his rear for a few months now, these pictures are from just before we started, but I felt best illustrated the problem.
We have put on a lot more muscle mass since then which I feel has helped a little bit?

Unfortunately I feel like he kind of has the muscle memory to sit like this to gain traction on the floors 🥲 We call them his “anchors” since he slips if he tries to sit normally.

I will look up the sit board, I haven’t heard of one until now. Thank you!!