Time & Location
Feb 15, 2020, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
HengTen K9, 80 Mockingbird Hill, Leander, TX 78641, USA
About the event
Kynd Training
National Association of Canine Scent Work, LLC®
ODOR RECOGNITION TESTS
Odors: Birch, Anise, Clove
Saturday, February 15, 2020
Heng Ten K9
80 Mockingbird Hill Ln
Leander, TX 78641
This ORT test is at a K9 Training center. The parking lot is gravel and the pathway to
and from the parking lot to the test area may require you to navigate uneven terrain,
including gravel and concrete walkways. The flooring in the test area is matted
concrete floor. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability
of areas at the location, the expected test area, parking, and/or pathways may be
modified at the last minute.
Entry method – ORT Entry Form
Submit Payment- PayPal
Entry Fee and Second Dog Policy
$35 per Dog per Odor tested ($100 per dog for all 3 odors)
No more than 2 dogs per odor per handler will be allowed to test.
Entries close February 14, 2020 at noon or when entry limits have been met.
Entries are LIMITED to 99 tests.
Test Site Hours: 8:00 – 12pm. Details regarding check in time and briefing will be sent
approximately 1 week before the ORT.
Odors
Birch, Anise, Clove
Test Secretary
Karin Jared
Veterinarians
Emergency Animal Hospital of NW Austin
12034 Research Blvd #8, Austin TX 78759
512-331-6121
Test Site Information
No interior crating will be offered, car or adjacent crating is required. Potty area
will be adjacent to parking area.
All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all times when not being tested. No flexi-leashes for walking dogs on test site grounds; flexis may be used in the test itself.
Entry Requirements
The handler of the dog must be a current member of the NACSW™. The Dog must be registered with the NACSW™. For information on how to register or become a member go to www.NACSW.net
Trial Eligibility and ORTs
An ORT must be taken and passed at least 14 days before a trial opening date to be eligible for the first draw period.
Entry Fee and Second Dog Policy
$35 per Dog per Odor tested ($100 per dog for all 3 odors)
No more than 2 dogs per odor per handler will be allowed to test.
Closing Date
February 14th @ noon
Refund Policy
Bookings of 1 odor with 1 dog - If you cancel the booking up to fourteen days before the
ORT time, you will be entitled to a refund of $20 USD. If you cancel the booking within
fourteen days of the ORT time you will not be entitled to a refund.
Bookings of 2 odors with 1 dog - If you cancel the booking up to fourteen days before
the ORT time, you will be entitled to a refund of $45 USD. If you cancel the booking
within fourteen days of the ORT time you will not be entitled to a refund.
Bookings of 3 odors with 1 dog - If you cancel the booking up to fourteen days before
the ORT time, you will be entitled to a refund of $70 USD. If you cancel the booking
within fourteen days of the ORT time you will not be entitled to a refund.
ENTRY FEES shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, or excused by the NACSW™ official or judge.
Video/Photography Policy
ORT participants are allowed to have a friend or family member video/photograph their test. ORT participants are not allowed to video/photograph one another. ORT hosts are not obligated to provide someone to video/photograph.
ADA Requests
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request accommodation(s), please email ADA@nacsw.net. Please include your name, ORT date, ORT host name, and your requested accommodation(s).
Results
During the odor re-sets, the official results sheet will be brought out to the parking area for testers to photo or review. We recommend you verify your results on the official results sheet and let your host or judge know if you have any questions regarding your results.
Site Location
To find a dog friendly hotel near test site, we suggest you use a website such as
www.hotels.com as available options are changing from time to time.
TEST Information - Notice to Exhibitors
THE TEST SITE will be open from 8 AM
CHECK-IN/HANDLER BRIEFING 8:30 AM Details regarding check in time and briefing will be sent approximately 1 week before the ORT.
An ORT must be taken and passed at least 14 days before a trial opening date to be eligible for the first draw period.
NO SPECTATORS ARE PERMITTED IN THE SEARCH AREA during the ORT except NACSW™ officials, adults accompanying a minor, CNWI-in-training, or immediate family members/friends of the dog/handler team currently being tested.
ENTRIES:
● ONLINE Entry ONLY via www.kyndtraining.com
● ENTRIES MUST BE MADE ON THE ATTACHED ENTRY FORM.
● NO ENTRY SHALL BE MADE AND NO ENTRY SHALL BE ACCEPTED, WHICH SPECIFIES ANY
CONDITIONS AS TO ITS ACCEPTANCE.
● OWNERS are responsible for errors in filling out entry forms.
DOGS PRESENT will not be permitted to roam. Exhibitors are responsible for the behavior of their dogs. The owner of each dog is solely responsible for having it ready when it is to be judged. Be prepared to keep your dog in your car when not being tested or on leash at all times.
There is no inside crating at this test.
FEMALES IN SEASON – Contact your test host at least 1 day before the ORT if this becomes a possibility
DOGS PARTICIPATING in ORT must be at least six months of age and must appear to be healthy on trial day and should be current on all vaccinations required by law.
Acknowledgement of entry acceptance/CONFIRMATION will be made when entries are processed for those handlers that provide an email address. If you require a confirmation via USPS, you must provide a self-addressed stamped envelope with your entry.
BASIC DESCRIPTION OF TEST – to successfully pass an ORT a dog must identify the location of the target odor and the handler must correctly call an “alert” within a three-minute time period. The Odor Recognition Test consists of a drill type exercise which requires 12 closed boxes set up in a pattern of one or two rows, spaced a minimum of 48” apart. The ORT is conducted on leash. Complete information can be obtained on the NACSW™ website.
All exhibitors should obtain and review a copy of the NACSW™K9 NOSE WORK® RULE BOOK. You may get it from their website: www.NACSW.net
An ORT must be taken and passed at least 14 days before a trial opening date to
be eligible for the first draw period.
Confirmations after payment is will be sent via e-mail with attachment within 7 days of
receipt of complete registration form and payment. If you require a confirmation via
USPS, you must provide a self-addressed stamped envelope.
I/We hereby assume all risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to
myself or to my property or to others, resulting from the actions of my dog. I/We
expressly agree that Karin Jared / Kynd Training LLC, and/or NACSWTM or any other
person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively,
under any circumstances, for injury, and/or damage to my person, for loss or injury to
my property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of any member of said
groups, or any other cause, or causes.