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GENERAL INFORMATION

Visit these web sites for more This includes conformation showing, obedience, field, agility, and earth dog, among others.

Dachshund Fanciers of Central Virginia Contacts: This is who we are.

The American Kennel Club (AKC) This includes conformation showing, obedience, field, agility, and earthdog, among others.

Dachshund Standards (AKC)
Events Calendar (AKC)

Dachshund Club of America (DCA)
DCA Local Clubs Listing by State
Dachshund Handbook from DCA (revised 2014)

INFODog - The Dog Fancier's Complete Resource for information about AKC Dog Show Events, and Dog Products and Services.

S.T.A.R. puppy hopefuls

BARN HUNT INFORMATION

Dachshunds designed to the challenge...

Some breeds are specifically created, others are born to the role. Dachshunds, with their long, low to the ground body, ideally made to fit through an 18″ wide by 15" tall tunnel. “Barn Hunt tests the nose, speed, agility, and sure footedness of dogs that have a history of above-ground vermin hunting,” said Robin Nuttall, founder of the Barn Hunt Association.

Barn Hunt events include a pass/fail instinct class for owners who want to familiarize their dog with the test. Courses are made increasingly difficult by adding more obstacles, additional diversions and more rats to find. There are several types of Barn Hunt titles your dog can earn.

Barn Hunt (AKC) - The Barn Hunt Association is an independent organization where titles earned can be recognized by The American Kennel Club. Titles earned in Novice and above will be recognized by The American Kennel Club.

Barn Hunt Clubs in Virginia - Barn Hunt is committed to creating a safe and fun sport for dogs, that also holds rat care at the highest level of consideration. The rats used in Barn Hunt are beloved family pets. They jump eagerly into their safe, comfortable aerated tubes and truly enjoy interacting with the dogs.

How to train your dog to Barn Hunt

Barn Hunt 101

Dogs on Call, Inc. - What is Barn Hunt?

EARTHDOG INFORMATION

Earthdog – American Kennel Club Earthdog. The noncompetitive program begins with a basic introduction to den work and quarry and progresses through gradual steps to require the dog to demonstrate that it is willing to perform the required tasks including seeking its quarry, locating and working it underground.

Earthdog | Dachshund Club of America Earthdog. The purpose of Earthdog tests is to measure the dog’s natural aptitude and trained hunting and working behaviors when exposed to an underground hunting situation. Small Terriers and Dachshunds can compete in Earthdog Tests. At an Earthdog test, the dog goes through a wood tunnel in the ground and barks and digs at caged rats at the end of the tunnel

Regulations for Earthdog Tests for Small Terriers and ... Inasmuch as Dachshunds and Terriers are hunting. Repairs to the test area and must ensure that the area is. The test-giving club may offer prizes or trophies. earthdog@akc.org at the time of mailing to prospective. will be run as or with the bye dog. If an award is cancelled by The American.

Earthdog Training in Virginia, Rivanna River Earthdog Club, Secretary: Marge Brandel

FIELD TRIAL INFORMATION

Dachshunds : Competing in Field Trials

History of Dachshund Field Trials (AKC)

Getting Started in Dachshund Field Trials (AKC) Dachshund Field Trials. The sizes of the grounds vary also, from the 470-acre Lagoon Valley Regional Park in Vacaville, CA to the 16 acre fenced grounds of the Lone Star Dachshund Conservancy and many sizes in between. One thing remains the same, the joy in watching our breed perform in the field.

Dachshund Field Trials Information (AKC) Dachshund field trials are held in various areas of the country. You can search for an event in your area by going to Events Search section of the AKC website.

Dachshund Field Trials – American Kennel Club (AKC) Dachshund Field Trials (“competitions”) are held in fenced-in areas, and the objective is to “track the game,” meaning to follow a scent trail that a rabbit or hare has left behind.

Field Trial Rules and Standard Procedures for Dachshunds

Field Trials | Dachshund Club of America The Dachshund Field Trial is an adaption of the Brace Beagle Field Trial, in which the dogs track the game. Currently there are 3 Classes that can be entered. OPEN ALL AGE DOG, OPEN ALL AGE BITCH, and the non-regular FIELD CHAMPIONS. Points towards the AKC Field Champion Title are earned in the Open Classes.

Field Trial Training in Virginia

Preparing a Dachshund for Field Trials

(or Starting Your Dachshund on Rabbits) by John Jeanneney

(Originally published in The American Dachshund, July 1967,

Republished by Dachshund Club of America Newsletter Above and Below Ground:

Dachshunds at Work March 2003)

Fast CAT

Fast CAT® – Stands for Coursing Ability Test

– is a timed 100-yard dash where dogs run one at a time, chasing a lure. It’s over before you know it — and it’s nothing short of awe-inspiring to watch your dog run at top speed, ears back, eyes focused, legs strong. And if your dog is really fast, you might earn bragging rights if his name makes onto our list of top 20 fastest dogs by breed!

Although it is a relatively new sport, its popularity has spread like wildfire. No wonder. According to one AKC official, “The FAST CAT® provides a terrific opportunity to introduce new participants to the world of AKC sports as one of the few events where all that is needed to compete is a dog’s natural instincts.”

Fast CAT is open to all dogs over 12 months of age that have an AKC Number from one of four sources. AKC Registration, AKC Canine Partners, Purebred Alternative Listing (PAL) program or Foundation Stock Services (FSS). For more information Click Here

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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy - The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program is an incentive program for loving dog owners who have taken the time to take their puppies through a basic training class.